Rome

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Travel to Rome

Climate for Rome

Rome enjoys a Mediterranean climate, with mild winters and hot, dry summers. January is the coldest month in Rome, and July and August the warmest. The weather in Rome during summer (June to August) can be uncomfortably hot, with temperatures often exceeding 95F (35C) at midday, and locals tend to close up their businesses during August. Winter (December to February) is mild, with the average temperature in December hovering around 55F (13C). Heavy snowfall is rare but almost every winter there are light snow flurries in the city. Rain showers are possible any time of year but the drizzle is seldom very disruptive to visitors. The best time to travel to Rome is in the springtime, between March and May, when skies are blue and the weather warm. Autumn is also considered peak tourist season, as the months of September and October are very pleasant.

Health Notes when travelling to Italy

There are no specific health risks associated with travel to Italy and visitors should be able to travel without special vaccinations and medications. Medical facilities in Italy are good but travel insurance is still recommended for non-EU citizens, as medical attention can be expensive. EU citizens can make use of Italy's health services provided they have a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC), with UK citizens using their Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC). The GHIC replaced the EHIC for UK citizens and allows UK citizens access to state healthcare during visits to the EU. The GHIC is not valid in Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein or Switzerland, nor is it an alternative to travel insurance. Although it should be possible to get most medication in Italy, travel authorities always suggest taking any prescribed medication in its original packaging with a signed and dated letter from a doctor.

Safety Notes when travelling to Italy

Tourists are vulnerable to pickpocketing in the bigger cities, particularly on public transport, in crowded areas and around tourist sites. It's advisable to be careful when carrying large amounts of cash and valuables. Travellers should be particularly careful around Termini, which is the main train station in Rome. Visitors should be wary of groups of children, some of whom will distract attention while the others try to steal what they can. Strikes by transport workers take place regularly throughout Italy and delays are possible.

Customs in Italy

In Italy, it's an offence to sit on steps and in courtyards near public buildings, including the main churches in Florence; eating and drinking in the vicinity should also be avoided. Shorts, vests or any other immodest clothing should not be worn inside churches.

Duty Free in Italy

Travellers over 17 years from non-EU countries do not have to pay duty on 200 cigarettes, 50 cigars or 250g of tobacco. Nor do they have to pay duty on 4 litres of wine, 16 lires of beer or 1 litre of spirits over 22 percent volume, or 2 litres of alcoholic beverages less than 22 percent volume. Other goods up to the value of €430 are also permitted (reduced to €175 for children under 15).

Travellers from EU countries travelling within the EU are limited to 110 litres of beer, 90 litres of wine, 10 litres of fortified wine, 10 litres of spirits and 1kg of tobacco, 800 cigarettes, 200 cigars or 400 cigarellos. Prohibited items include narcotic drugs, medicinal products, arms and weapons, explosives and protected animal and plant species.

Doing Business in Italy

Italians can be very formal and old fashioned, but are also warm and welcoming. Face to face communication is best and often a third party introduction can speed initial negotiations. Business attire is formal and stylish, and handshakes are the norm, with first impressions counting a lot in Italy. Business cards are used. Visiting business people should also expect plenty of gesticulating, interruptions or people talking over each other. Unfortunately the bureaucracy in Italy can slow down deal-making. Business hours are usually 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday, but can vary according to season and region.

Communication in Italy

The international access code for Italy is +39. Hotels, cafes and restaurants offering free WiFi are widely available; as international roaming costs can be high, purchasing a local prepaid SIM card can be a cheaper option.

Tipping in Italy

Tipping is customary in Italy and 10 to 15 percent of the bill is acceptable in restaurants, unless a 15 percent service charge has already been added to the bill. Hotels add a service charge of 15 to 18 percent, but it is customary to tip the service staff extra. Italians rarely tip taxi drivers but a 5 to 10 percent tip is always appreciated.

Passport/Visa Note

The borderless region known as the Schengen Area includes the following countries: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, The Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden and Switzerland. All these countries issue a standard Schengen visa that has a multiple entry option, and which allows the holder to travel freely within the borders of all the aforementioned countries. All foreign passengers to Italy must also hold visible proof of financial means to support themselves while in the country, return or onward tickets, and the necessary travel documentation for their next destination. Visitors may be refused entry, either for public security, tranquillity, order or health reasons. Extensions of stay in Italy are possible by applying to local authorities. It is highly recommended that travellers' passport have at least six months' validity remaining after the intended date of departure from their travel destination. Immigration officials often apply different rules to those stated by travel agents and official sources.

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements for Americans:

US citizens must have a passport that is valid for at least three months beyond their intended stay in Italy. No visa is required for stays of up to 90 days within a 180 day period.

Entry requirements for Canadians:

Canadian citizens must have a passport that is valid for at least three months beyond their intended stay in Italy. No visa is required for stays of up to 90 days within a 180 day period.

Entry requirements for UK nationals:

UK citizens must have a passport that is valid for at least three months beyond their intended stay in Italy. No visa is required for stays of up to 90 days within a 180 day period.

Entry requirements for Australians:

Australian citizens must have a passport that is valid for three months beyond their intended stay in Italy. No visa is required for stays of up to 90 days within a 180 day period.

Entry requirements for Irish nationals:

Irish citizens must have a passport that is valid upon their arrival in Italy. No visa is required.

Entry requirements for New Zealanders:

New Zealand citizens must have a passports valid for three months beyond period of intended stay in Italy. No visa is required for stays of up to 90 days within a 180 day period.

Entry requirements for South Africans:

South African citizens must have a passport that is valid for three months beyond their intended stay, and a valid Schengen visa, to enter Italy.

Travel Advisories

Getting around in Rome, Italy

Rome's network of buses, trams, metro and trains covers the whole city from 5.30am to around midnight, and night buses take over until about 5am, covering the main routes. The metro only has two lines, but is the easiest and fastest way to get around. The bus service is cheap and reliable, albeit slow due to traffic congestion. Tickets cover all forms of transport and must be pre-purchased and validated at the start of every journey; there are daily tickets valid for unlimited rides or standard tickets that allow for any bus or metro ride within a 75 minute time frame. Taxis are notoriously expensive and display a list of surcharges. The historic centre of Rome is compact and manageable on foot, and most of it is closed to normal traffic. Driving in Rome is an experience to be avoided.

Attractions in Rome, Italy

Legend has it that Romulus founded Rome from the top of Palatine Hill in 753 BC. With more than two millennia of history, the city offers a spectacular and unmatched array of sights and experiences.

Rome's most famous ancient attraction is the Colosseum, the great arena of the gladiators dating back to 80 AD. Nearby lies the Roman Forum, established in the 7th century BC, and now the ruins of what was once the social, political and commercial centre of the Roman Empire. Next on the list of historic attractions is the Pantheon, where tourists enter the great church through massive bronze doors to marvel at the largest unreinforced concrete dome ever built. Watching the sun stream into the church through the oculus is an unforgettable experience.

Within Rome's borders lies the independent state of the Vatican City. Its museums house one of the world's great art collections, culminating in Michelangelo's famous frescoes adorning the Sistine Chapel. Rising above these spectacular works of art is Italy's largest basilica, St Peters. Michelangelo was also the architect behind the soaring dome that looks down over St Peter's square and beyond.

Tourists still thirsting for art can visit the Museo e Galleria Borghese for paintings by Caravaggio, Raphael and Titian, and sculptures by Bernini. The Capitoline Museums are the oldest public museums in the world, dating back to 1471, and house an incredible collection of sculptures.

Those tired out by the endless attractions can fall back into the Roman way of life, which means to wander the streets, relax at cafes and watch the world go by before heading to a pizzeria or trattoria for authentic Roman fare, gelato and a shot of strong Italian coffee.

Kids Attractions

Rome has been an enticing and romantic holiday destination for decades, drawing lovers of art and history from all over the world. This may seem more appealing to adults, but Rome also has a barrage of culture and entertainment to offer children.

A holiday with kids in Rome is made fun and easy by the vast amount of parks, theatres and entertainment centres, while a multitude of galleries and museums bring beautiful images and legendary characters to life. Historical sites, such as the Roman Forum and the Colosseum, are also great for kids to explore.

If the weather turns bad, there are indoor entertainments like puppet shows and Looneys Indoor Entertainment Centre, a great place for kids to hang out featuring costumed characters and entertaining shows, as well as fun play areas. There are many theatres throughout Rome staging excellent puppet shows in English that will keep the kids amused. Well-known venues include the Pulcinella Puppet Theatre which is an open-air theatre on Gianicolo Hill, as well as the Teatro delle Marionette degli Accettella on Via Genocchi.

Most of the attractions in this beautiful, ancient city can be enjoyed throughout the year. But the best time to take children on holiday to Rome is during the spring (April and May), when comfortably warm temperatures and blue skies make for perfect sightseeing adventures.

Trastevere

Separated from central Rome by the Tiber River, Trastevere is a picturesque medieval neighbourhood characterised by a quirky Bohemian atmosphere. Its narrow cobblestone streets are lined with overhanging flower boxes and washing lines and are home to numerous cafes, boutiques, pubs and restaurants. The area has long attracted artists, celebrities and expats, escaping the grand developments of central Rome. There are some glorious old churches, perhaps the most lovely being the Basilica of Santa Maria, which has wonderful mosaics and draws many visitors into the area for the first time. It is quite different at night time, when it seems more elegant, and it's worth visiting more than once.

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Capitoline Hill

Opening time: Museums are open Tuesday to Sunday, from 9am to 8pm. Closed 1 January, 1 May, and 25 December.

Admission: €15 (adults) for access to all the museums, with concessions available.

Capitoline Hill was the original capital of Ancient Rome. Once housing the Senate, it's the smallest but also the most famous of the Seven Hills. The main feature of the area is Michelangelo's Piazza del Campidoglio, which is bordered by the Palazzo dei Conservatori and the twin structures of the Palazzo dei Senatori and Palazzo Nuovo. Boasting the largest collection of classical sculptures, notable statues include The Dying Gaul, the Resting Satyr and The Capitoline Wolf. Paths cut along the side of the hill from the Campidoglio allow visitors to enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the Forum and Colosseum, with the Hill giving an overawing sense of the Roman Empire's peak glory.

Address: Piazza del Campidoglio, Rome

Website: http://www.museicapitolini.org

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Roman Forum (Foro Romano)

Opening time: Open daily from 8.30am until dusk. Closed on New Year's Day, 1 May and Christmas Day

Admission: Free

The site of Ancient Rome's commercial, political and religious centre rests in the valley between the Capitoline and Palatine Hills. The Forum's main thoroughfare, Via Sacra, slices through the old market square and former civic centre. Some of the best-preserved and most notable monuments include the impressive Arch of Septimus Severus, the former atrium of the House of the Vestal Virgins and the Temple of Vesta. Also of note are the Temple of Antoninus and Faustina, and the Arch of Titus, built to celebrate Titus' destruction of Jerusalem in 70 AD. To the right of the arch are stairs snaking up the Palatine Hill, through a series of terraces to the Farnese gardens. The scented avenue, festooned with roses and orange trees, gives way to a magnificent vista over the Forum.

Address: Via dei Fori Imperiali

Website: http://www.tribunesandtriumphs.org/roman-life/roman-forum.htm

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The Colosseum

Opening time: 9am to 6.15pm in summer, and from 9am to 4.30pm in winter.

Admission: €12 (adults); €7 (reduced fee)

Known to be one of the most impressive buildings of the Roman Empire, the Colosseum was the largest structure of its era. Once holding crowds of 55,000 spectators entering via 80 entrances, this enduring symbol of ancient Rome tenaciously clings to its foundations as the site of former gladiatorial conquests and brutal public entertainment. Its architecture boasts an impressive array of Doric, Ionic and Corinthian columns and an underground network of cells, corridors and elevators used to transport animals from their cages to the arena. The magnificence of the original structure has been eroded through the years by pillaging and earthquakes so that only a skeletal framework remains, but it remains truly unforgettable and awe-inspiring.

Address: Piazza del Colosseo

Website: http://www.the-colosseum.net/around/visit.htm

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Pantheon

Opening time: Open Monday to Saturday, from 8:30am to 7:30pm; on Sundays from about 9am to 6pm. Closed New Year's Day, 1 May and Christmas Day.

Admission: Free

The Pantheon is one of the world's most inspiring architectural designs. Almost two thousand years after it was built, the Pantheon's is still the world's largest unreinforced concrete dome. Built as a temple to the Roman gods by Hadrian in 120 AD, it's perfectly proportioned floating dome rests seductively on sturdy marble columns. The only light source is the central oculus, which was used by the Romans to measure time, and the dates of equinoxes and solstices. The sunlight pouring through the oculus and illuminating the floor in the otherwise dark church is quite a sight. The south transept houses the Carafa Chapel and the tomb of Fra Angelico rests under the left side of the altar.

Address: Piazza della Rotonda

Telephone: +39 06 6830 0230

Website: http://www.pantheon-rome.com/opening-hours/

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The Spanish Steps and Piazza di Spagna

The graceful Spanish Steps elegantly curve from the Piazza di Spagna to the Church of Santa Trinit dei Monti, a pastel-tinted neoclassical building. The shopper's paradise of Via Condotti leads back from the Spanish steps to Via del Corso, and during spring the steps are decorated with pink azaleas. At the base lies Bernini's boat-shaped Barcaccia Fountain, and to the right is the unassuming Keats-Shelley Memorial House. The steps are iconic and if you do walking tours of Rome you are almost guaranteed to stop here, with lots of artists and musicians performing in the area which gives it a festive feel.

Address: Piazza di Spagna

Website: http://www.italyguides.it/en/lazio/rome/squares-and-fountains/spanish-steps

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Trevi Fountain (Fontana di Trevi)

The tiny Piazza di Trevi has been immortalised through this fountain built for Pope Clement XII. Arguably the most famous and most beautiful fountain in all of Rome, it's also the largest Baroque fountain in the city. The fountain marks the terminal point of an ancient aqueduct that supplied Rome for more than four hundred years. Anyone who tosses a coin over their shoulder into the water with their back turned is supposed to guarantee a return trip to Rome. This well-known myth has ensured that thousands of euros are thrown into the fountain every day. The money is used for charitable projects so visitors are at least supporting a good cause.

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St Peter's Basilica (Basilica di San Pietro)

The Basilica lies above the reputed site of St Peter's tomb, containing notable sculptures including Michelangelo's Pieta. In the central aisle stands Arnolfo da Cambio's bronze statue of St Peter, its foot worn down by the constant flow of pilgrims' kisses. Proudly resting above the papal altar is Bernini's Throne of St Peter. The Vatican Grottoes, containing papal tombs, can be reached by steps from the statue of St Longinus. This is the legendary site of St Peter's tomb and advance permission has to be obtained to view it. Tours of the Necropolis, called the Scavi Tour, take about 90 minutes and are fascinating.

Website: http://www.stpetersbasilica.info/contacts.htm

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Vatican City and the Sistine Chapel

Scandal has somewhat tarnished the Vatican over the years, but this does not detract from the magnificence of the art collections housed within its buildings or the passion the city inspires in the many pilgrims who flock to its holy sites. The Sistine Chapel is known for its famous ceiling painted by Michelangelo which looms above the frescoes on the side walls, while the altar wall is covered by The Last Judgement. The chapel is justified in its fame and leaves travellers breathless; it is a profoundly special place to visit. The Vatican Museums provide access to one of the world's greatest collections of art. The galleries stretch over four miles (6km) and include the magnificent Raphael Rooms, the Etruscan Museum and the Pio-Clementino Museum, boasting the world's largest collection of Classical statues.

Website: http://www.vatican.va

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Basilica di San Giovanni

The Basilica of St John Lateran was built in the 4th century by Constantine the Great and was the first church built in Rome. As the cathedral of the Diocese of Rome, it ranks above all other Roman Catholic churches. The official ecclesiastical seat of the Pope, it's here where he celebrates Mass on certain religious holidays. The building is characterised by its 18th-century façade, containing several important relics, a 13th-century cloister and an ancient baptistery. Inside are numerous statues and paintings, the High Altar that can only be used by the Pope and a cedar table that is said to be the one used by Christ at the Last Supper. Across the street is one of the holiest sites in Christendom: the Palace of the Holy Steps, believed to be the 28 marble steps of Pontius Pilate's villa. They have been in Rome since 1589.

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Villa Doria Pamphili Park

The best place to go to get some fresh air and a break from traditional sightseeing is the Villa Doria Pamphili, the largest landscaped public park in Rome. It's extremely large, boasting streams, a lake, lots of shaded areas and plenty of open grassy spaces. There are playgrounds, a skating rink and soccer fields, as well as pony rides, along with a little restaurant for refreshments. The park is lovely all year, even in winter, though it's obviously at its best in good weather. Playgrounds and parks are hard to find in Rome which automatically makes Villa Doria Pamphili a big hit with families visiting the city.

Website: http://www.villapamphili.it/

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Events in Rome, Italy

Nightlife in Rome, Italy

In true Italian style, the nightlife in Rome is laid-back. People like to sit at cafes or restaurants, taking their time with lots of food, wine and coffee. Campo dei Fiori, the Piazza Navona area and Trastevere are some of the best places for bars and cafés, while the Testaccio and Ostiense districts are better for nightclubs.

There are many wine bars and cafes near Campo de' Fiori, Piazza Navona and Via della Pace. Cafes in Trastevere attract visitors to see Piazza di Santa Maria's fountain and 12th-century church lit up at night, as well as occasional guitar performances.

There are always spectacular nightclubs for real party animals in Rome, but some of them do close during August. When the clubs close for summer, there are numerous outdoor venues around town and near Ostia; outdoor festivities on Via di Monte Testaccio in Testaccio take centre stage and include food stalls and markets.

The Teatro dell'Opera is home to the Rome Opera Ballet and opera is performed at the Baths of Caracalla's open-air ruins in July and August. Rock bands often perform at Stadio Flaminio and the Palazzo dello Sport.

Shopping in Rome, Italy

Rome, only too aware of its popularity with international tourists and investors, is an expensive shopping destination; but some deals can be found on trinkets such as crafts, leather goods and glasswork. To find these bargains, visitors should look to the markets of central Rome, which generally operate Monday to Saturday from 7am to 1pm. On Sundays, the popular Porta Portese flea market operates from the Trastevere district.

Another budget shopping option popular in Rome is second-hand book and clothing shopping, with an abundance of stores located throughout the city. Antique shopping is also pervasive but could prove expensive for those who aren't sure of what they're doing.

If visitors have the means, Rome has an assortment of boutique stores with brands such as Prada, Valentino, Gucci and Fendi all represented in the Piazza di Spagna. The Piazza San Silvestro exhibits Rome's best jewellers, such as Bulgari and Martinelli, among others. In addition to an assortment of clothing department stores, in Via del Corso visitors can find the flagship stores for Ferrari and Swarovski, with exquisite crystal-wrought crafts.

Dining in Rome, Italy

Rome is both delicious and affordable when it comes to dining out. While many in the world claim to love Italian food, one can't really compare ordinary pizza and pasta to the wonderful dishes in the nation's capital. Traditionally-prepared Italian food is strong in flavour, meagre in ingredients and richer and higher in calories than global imitations.

The typical meal is accompanied by a bruschetta ammazzavampiri (garlic canapé) and grated cheeses. Not surprisingly, pastas and pizzas are in abundance, the local varieties of which are not to be missed. Red meat and seafood dishes in the international tradition are also on offer but are more expensive and come in less generous servings.

There are three main types of restaurant in Rome: an osteria is an informal gathering-spot, serving basic spaghetti meals and some wine; trattorie are more languid, bistro-style affairs, offering large meals in a homely setting; and ristorante offer the more fancy and lavish silver spoon and wine-list dining experience. All three can be found in the popular districts of Centro Storico, along Via Cavour and around Stazione Termini. The Borgo district near the Vatican offers some of the cheapest dining options in Rome.

Breakfasts in Rome, as in most of Italy, are minimal, and people rarely leave the house for their first meal of the day. The main event is lunch, which sees restaurants open between 1pm and 3pm. Indeed, most locals enjoy their lunch breaks in three courses.

La Rosetta —
Seafood

Possibly the best seafood restaurant in Rome, the cuisine at La Rosetta is world-class. A selection of marinated seafood appetizers, such as squid with ginger and French beans, is the best way to appreciate the flavours, followed by one of the superb pasta dishes dressed with fish or seafood. The menu includes almost every type of Mediterranean fish, grilled or roasted to perfection, and desserts such as the ricotta cheesecake with honey are worth saving space for. Reservations essential. Open for lunch and dinner Monday to Saturday.

Via della Rosetta 8 (Piazza Navona)
Rome, Italy

http://www.larosetta.com

La Pergola —
Mediterranean

This sophisticated rooftop restaurant boasts a spectacular view of the city below, and has an elegant setting with candlelit tables and impeccable service. Many Roman food critics claim it is the best restaurant in the city, which is attested to by a list of regulars that includes Prince Rainier of Monaco, Bruce Springsteen and Glenn Close. Food is the very best of Mediterranean haute cuisine and each dish is a work of art in presentation and taste. A sundowner at the chic cocktail bar is a fine way to start the evening. Reservations essential. Closed Sunday and Monday. Dinner only.

Hilton Hotel, Via Cadlolo 101, San Pietro
Rome, Italy

http://www.romecavalieri.com/lapergola.php

Ai Tre Scalini —
Italian

Small, unpretentious and serving top-quality Roman cuisine, Ai Tre Scalini is one of the most pleasant restaurants in the area around the Colosseum. The small menu is a gourmet experience, from the cheeses and salamis to porchetta, complemented by the wide variety of wines on offer. Reservations required. Closed Mondays. Open from 6pm.

ViaPanisperna
Rome, Italy

Airports in Rome

Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Rome Leonardo da Vinci International Airport
http://www.adr.it

Location: Rome The airport is 19 miles (30km) southwest of central Rome.

Time: GMT +1 (GMT +2 between the last Sunday in March and the Saturday before the last Sunday in October).

Contacts: Telephone: +39 06 65 951 or +39 06 6595 4554.

Transfer between terminals: A free shuttle bus operates between the terminals and car parks every 15 minutes.

Getting to the city: The train station is across the road from Terminal 3, near car park D. There are two trains to the city. The Leonardo Express travels directly to Roma Termini, the station in the city centre, every half hour from 6.30am to 11.30pm. Buy a ticket at the ticketing counter in the station and then validate it at one of the machines (the ticket will then be valid for an hour and a half). A cheaper option is the slightly slower Regional FL1 train, which runs to major stations (Tiburtina, Tuscolana, Ostiense and Trastevere) every 15 minutes, or every half hour on Sundays and holidays. Cotral buses leave from Roma Tiburtina railway station and stop at Piazza dei Cinquecento in front of the national museum.

Car rental: The car rental desks are in the multi-level car park lots C and B, directly in front of the terminal and connected via passenger walkways. Simply follow the signs from the arrivals area. There are several major companies represented, including Hertz, Avis, Sixt and Budget, as well as a few local operators.

Airport Taxis: Authorised taxis can usually be found in the arrivals areas.

Facilities: Airport facilities include ATMs and currency exchange, information desks, travel agents, pharmacies, massage parlours, a beauty parlour, a hairdresser, as well as slot machines and laundry facilities. There are business facilities, and there are myriad shopping and dining options.

Parking: Parking spaces are available in front of the terminal, and there is a variety of options within the garages and long-term lots. All parking options are connected to the terminals via walkways or shuttle buses.

Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)
Giovan Battista Pastine Airport
http://www.adr.it

Location: Rome The airport is situated nine miles (15km) southeast of Rome.

Time: GMT +1 (GMT +2 between the last Sunday in March and the Saturday before the last Sunday in September).

Contacts: +39 06 7934 8521 or +39 06 7949 4234.

Transfer between terminals: Not applicable - Ciampino Airport has only one terminal building, though you will take a shuttle from your plane to the arrivals area.

Getting to the city: Airport taxis are available, but taxi fares from Ciampino Airport into the centre of Rome (defined as the area within the Aurelian walls) can be prohibitively expensive. To combat this problem, the airport has set up an official taxi stand, located opposite the arrivals hall. Here, taxis operate on a fixed rate of about €30 per cab, good for a maximum of four passengers and their baggage. The trip should take 25 minutes but it'll be closer to an hour in traffic. Buses are another option, and there are many service providers. Travellers are advised to choose to go the public bus route.

Car rental: Car rentals are provided by Avis, Budget, Europcar, National, Sixt and Hertz. The rental offices are well-signed and are located near the airport's entrance. You will require an International Driving Permit (IDP) in order to rent a vehicle, and all cars will feature automatic transmissions.

Airport Taxis: Only use authorised taxis (white cars with meters). The journey to central Rome will take about 40 minutes. A surcharge is added on Sundays, public holidays, late at night and for excess baggage.

Facilities: A bank (Banco di Roma) is located in the departures area, and numerous ATMs and bureaux de change are scattered throughout the terminal building. A lost and found office is also available, as is a VIP lounge with a snackbar and private boarding/disembarkation gates. Other facilities include nursery and medical facilities; a passenger assistance and customer service desk; tour operators and travel agencies; shops and cafes; and full access and comprehensive facilities for disabled passengers (the airport is renowned for its convenience for disabled passengers).

Parking: Both short- and long-term parking is available at Ciampino Airport. The first 15 minutes are free, thereafter various charges are levied.

Departure Tax: Departure tax is included in the price of your ticket.

Currency

The euro (EUR) is the official currency, which is divided into 100 cents. Those arriving in Italy with foreign currency can obtain euros through any bank, ATM or bureau de change. ATMs are widespread; credit cards are accepted in upmarket establishments and shops around the cities. Banks are closed on weekends but tend to have better rates than foreign exchange houses.

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Ireland, oppressed by Great Britain for most of its political existence, was historically gripped by poverty and successive waves of emigration from its shores, largely to the United States. However, by the 1990's

I Went on a Girls Trip to This Luxury, Adults-only Resort in Jamaica — Here's Why It Made Me Love All-inclusives

I was lounging in the Jamaican sun, my face tipped to the sky in an effort to soak up every ounce of the vitamin D that my body had been deprived of all winter. Chicken tenders and nachos had just been delivered by a room service attendant who attempted to hide her

A First-Timers Guide to Visiting Jamaica: Where to Stay, Eat, Drink and Visit

There are a whole host of reasons to visit Jamaica, not least for the delicious local cuisine, unbelievable beaches, rivers and deep valleys. From the lively music scene and hospitable culture to the soaring temperatures, the Caribbean island is the perfect escape from the

A Japanese Village Wants Tourists to Come for Heat, Soot and Steel

This past October, I found myself in Yoshida Village standing before a tatara, a giant open-top furnace that was filled with charcoal and raging with such controlled ferocity that it could have been a set piece in Lucifer’s bedroom. Deep within the belly of those orange flames

How LaGuardia Became Cool

From an arriving plane, taxiing up to a gate in the new Terminal B at New York’s LaGuardia Airport is like approaching a steel-and-glass fortress. Flat gray walls at ground level immediately meet the eye. The building’s notable touches — its floor-to-ceiling windows

Psychedelic Travel Experiences Are More Popular Than Ever

In a mountain town about three hours outside of Mexico City, I sat on the floor of a thatched-roof palapa with blankets wrapped around me as a facilitator (both a researcher and medicine woman) sang soothing chants. A few hours earlier, I had declared my intention for

The World’s Best Airports for 2024, According to Skytrax

For the last decade, Singapore’s Changi International Airport and Doha’s Hamad International Airport have been going back and forth, battling over the title of ‘world’s best’. Every year, UK-based airline and airport review and ranking site Skytrax surveys travelers from

Which European Cities Are Most Welcoming to Queer People?

When same-sex marriage was legalised in Greece back in February, LGBTQ+ campaigners celebrated. Now, though, the British Foreign Office has issued new travel advice for queer people travelling to the country. An update, published on the UK government’s foreign

FAA Lifts Ground Stop Advisory for Alaska Airlines Flights

The Federal Aviation Administration lifted a ground stop that applied to all Alaska Airlines and subcarrier flights after about an hour Wednesday. The order was first instituted because of a software issue at the airline. "This morning we experienced an issue while

These Are The 4 Safest Countries To Visit In South America Right Now

Gorgeous as it may be, with its rich biodiversity, centuries-old colonial towns, and delectable cuisine, South America is not exactly well-reputed for being the safest continent compared to Europe, Asia, and even its northern counterpart. As it is plagued by higher levels of

China Has Reopened Mount Everest To Foreigners: Here's Everything You Need To Know Before You Visit

In a move that has thrilled adventurers, China has officially announced the reopening of Mount Everest to foreign climbers. This significant development comes after a period of closure due to global health concerns. The reopening marks a momentous occasion for

Local Strolls: Exploring Las Vegas’ Strip on Foot

While there is so much more to appreciate about Las Vegas beyond its glitzy, mega-casino lined Strip, let’s be real here: the Strip is Las Vegas’ main attraction and is a total must for newbies and veterans alike. It is constantly evolving – be it imploding classic casinos to

The 15 Best Small Museums in Paris

As all Paris lovers know, it’s not just the major monuments and museums that make this the world’s most compelling city. The real Paris lies behind the closed doors and in the hidden gardens of the city’s smaller museums: the mansions and townhouses of extraordinary

Holland America Line to Introduce Glacier Day in 2024 Alaska Cruises

Holland America Line introduces “Glacier Day” and new Alaska-themed programming in the onboard “We Love Alaska” experience, featuring Alaska Up Close presentations and culinary and beverage experiences, starting the 2024 season on April 27 from Vancouver and

Cruise Line Offering $1 Deposits on Cruises for Today Only

Holland America Line is celebrating their 151st anniversary on April 18, 2024. They are offering two different cruise deals with each one lowering deposits to just $1 per person. Yes, you can reserve your next cruise on Holland America for just a dollar. The first deal is good

The 100 Best New Hotels of the Year

Our annual guide to the most game-changing hotel openings (and reopenings) has taken Travel + Leisure editors and contributors to 39 countries on six continents. We started with a list of more than 200 soon-to-open hotels, and T+L editors and reporters

Overwater Bungalows Started as a Bottom-Tier Accommodation. Today, They’re a Status Symbol in the Luxury Travel World.

Overwater bungalows originated nearly 60 years ago in Tahiti. The first rooms cost $240 a night. Today, experts say they're a staple in the luxury travel market. The accommodations have since expanded in region, size, and amenities

Want to Travel Like a Local? Sleep in a Mongolian Yurt or an Amish Farmhouse

At Three Camel Lodge, travelers sleep in yurts in the middle of Mongolia’s Gobi Desert. Views just outside of the round, tent-like dwellings feel zapped in from the age of Chinggis Khan: herders driving goats across the steppe, a lone woman trotting by on

Sober Travelers Find Something to Savor in Wine Country

Mocktail trails, olive oil tours and elevated dining experiences are among the many ways the renowned wine-producing areas of Sonoma, Mendoza and Tuscany are appealing to sober or sober-curious travelers

When You're Entitled To Money From Your Airline

Passengers can get a refund for canceled flights, thanks to DOT regulations, even if airlines don't advertise this option. Refunds for delays are not standardized; each airline has its own policy for issuing refunds for delayed flights. Airlines may offer points or future

Atlanta, Dubai and Dallas Were the Busiest Airports in 2023

Airports Council International World released the list of 2023’s busiest airports on Monday. The top spots this year show how international travel has continued to rebound since the pandemic dip. “Global air travel in 2023 was chiefly fuelled by the

7 Best Places in Japan That 'Shogun' Fans Need to Visit for Real

Shogun hit its stride right out of the gate when its first two episodes were released in late February, becoming Disney’s No. 1 scripted series premiere globally. With its finale scheduled for April 23, the 10-episode FX/Hulu series based on the bestselling 1975

One of Hawaii's Most Controversial Attractions Is Being Demolished

Hawaii's Ha'ikū Stairs, known more famously as the "Stairway to Heaven," has been slated for demolition for years. Now, it's finally being removed. Preparatory work to remove the Ha'ikū Stairs started last week, according to the City and County of Honolulu, with

After an Iconic River Cruise Line Shuts Down, Here's What You Should Know About Protecting Your Cruise Booking

American Queen Voyages, which brought the iconic American Queen paddle wheeler back to life on the Mississippi River in 2012, has ceased operations. “Despite great efforts by our team, crew, and partners, AQV has been unable to fully rebound from the

Airlines Suspend Flights and Reroute Planes Amid Heightened Tensions in the Middle East

Following Iran's missile and drone attacks on Israel late Saturday night, several airlines are canceling flights to and from Tel Aviv, as well as rerouting planes scheduled to fly over the Middle East. Over the weekend, much of the airspace over and surrounding the

7 Reasons Why This Southeast Asian Country Is One Of The Most Popular Destinations In The World

Odds are if you love to travel, Thailand is high on your list of exotic places to visit. This cultural hotspot has rightfully earned its place on our bucket lists, and any traveler who has spent time here will speak of it with fondness and stars still in their eyes

The Bay of Pigs Invasion

On April 17, 1961, US-backed Cuban exiles landed on Cuban shores in an ill-fated plan to overthrow Fidel Castro. Although financed and planned by the United States, the Kennedy administration

Sling Yourself Into Singapore’s 8 Best Places

Singapore's allure goes beyond its iconic hotels, manicured gardens and world-class airport. A maturing local identity peeks through if you know where to look. At first glance, the city isn't really known for range when it comes to travel, especially with its headliners

The 10 Best Bookstores in Seattle

While there is plenty to do in Seattle, it is essentially the Big Apple’s opposite in that it is the city that definitely sleeps. Nightlife is limited, especially when compared to other major U.S cities. This can be a disappointment to some visitors, so if that’s an important

Alila Ventana Big Sur to Remain Closed Through May 26 — Here’s What We Know

One of California's best resorts and a World of Hyatt favorite, Alila Ventana Big Sur will remain closed through at least May 26. This is due to the closure of Highway 1 for construction following a series of events, including storms and multiple landslides, that

The Carretera Granma: One of the Most Spectacular Drives in Cuba

Few travellers venture to Cuba's south-eastern corner, but a little-known road offers a fascinating – and stunning – glimpse of the nation's revolutionary past. "We're going the back way to Santiago," I told the man at the car hire office in Bayamo, Cuba. The

This New Luxury Private Airline Includes Champagne and a Chef, but It’s Just for Dogs

A new airline is launching in May, and it’s targeting a very specific customer: dogs. BARK, Inc., creator of the popular subscription-based Bark Box, has partnered with a jet charter company to launch BARK Air, the world’s first airline centered around dogs. The

Just Back From Celestyal Discovery

The mood was upbeat in the queue to check in for the maiden voyage of Celestyal's latest ship — Celestyal Discovery. The vessel's resident DJ pumped out tunes while an impromptu dance routine by staff was greeted by whoops from the waiting line; a party of

The Birth of Charlie Chaplin

The Academy Award-winning British comedy actor Charlie Chaplin was born on this day in 1889. Chaplin is one of the most notable actors and directors of cinema history. Even today his performances

Disney Rethinks Its Accessibility Services Programs for Those with Disabilities

Despite its long-standing reputation for inclusiveness and its focus on accommodating guests with disabilities—or perhaps because it has been so successful in promoting them—Disney is now revisiting its Accessibility Services program and adjusting the program’s

Why It’s High Time for Slow Travel in Gstaad

There’s something about soaring mountains, sparkling lakes and dense forests that can provide the perfect backdrop for a much-needed reset. Relax, recharge and lean into a more mindful summer getaway in the holiday region Gstaad

10 Unmissable LGBTQ+ Events in Latin America

A thriving hotspot for LGBTQ+ travel, Latin America’s social calendar is crammed with thrilling queer events. Whether you’re planning a trip around Pride Month celebrations or looking for some cultural enrichment with special-interest festivals, there’s hardly

These Are 7 Summeresque Alternatives to the Hamptons

As summer approaches, the allure of escaping the city’s heat and chaos becomes necessary. For decades, the Hamptons have been synonymous with luxury and relaxation, but with their popularity soaring, finding peace and tranquility in the crowds and high

How to Plan the Perfect Trip to Montreal — Luxury Hotels, Beautiful Parks, and Canada's Best Restaurant Included

Despite its sometimes divisive language politics, extreme seasons, and chronic traffic headaches, Montrealers, or les Montréalais, are justifiably proud of their distinctive, if idiosyncratic, city — and for good reason. Travel + Leisure readers named Montreal one of

St. Thomas Cruise Port: Piers, Overview and What to Do

Out of the roughly 50 unique islands that make up the Virgin Islands, St. Thomas is one of the three largest. Since it is also one of the US Virgin Islands, it is a popular destination for American tourists and cruisers. Aside from the island having all the charm and

I Bought a Cruise Ship Drink Package. Here's What I Discovered

I have a confession: For the hundreds of cruises I’ve taken, I’ve never purchased an inclusive drink package. Usually, the rationale for refusing is that I don’t drink that much. The thought of having to imbibe up to 15 beverages per day seems an unattainable goal

Travellers Remain Confused About Single-Entry Schengen Visa Rules, Searches for Its Validity Jump by 5000%

Searches for the validity of single-entry visas have increased by 5,000 per cent. Holders of a single-entry visa can enter multiple Schengen countries as long as they do not exit the Schengen Area. The single-entry visa becomes invalid immediately after the

World’s Busiest Airports Show Surge in International Travel. Here Are the Rankings

Airports in Tokyo and London jumped in the rankings as international travel returned last year. Domestic U.S. airports had become more popular during the pandemic amid international travel restrictions. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport once again

Shadow Lake Lodge: Canada’s Remote Bike-in Mountain Stay

Set in one of Banff National Park's most stunning locations, these historical cabins are only accessible to those who hike, ski, snowshoe or bike in. I battled another incline, sucking in sharp alpine air and huffing out what little breath I could spare from my

Heads Up: Wednesday Is Your Last Chance to Get Tickets for the Olympics

After years of planning and anticipation, we're just 100 days away from the 2024 Paris Olympics, which will occur from July 26 to Aug. 11. Multiple rounds of ticket draws and purchase opportunities have already occurred, but the final ticket release will be this

10 Most Affordable And Highly-Rated Hotels In New York City For A Memorable Stay

Enjoy a luxurious stay in New York City without breaking the bank at these top-rated and affordable hotels with modern amenities. From the historic Jane Hotel to the elegant DoubleTree By Hilton, NYC offers a range of budget-friendly options for travelers. Get

Some American Airlines Flyers Won’t Earn Miles for Flights Starting Next Month

Several trade groups representing travel advisors in the Americas are pushing back on American Airlines plans to restrict the earning of AAdvantage Miles on some travel agency bookings. The American Society of Travel Agents (ASTA), World Travel Agents

How I Booked a Vacation in Bora Bora (Almost) for Free by Using Points and Miles

Flying in business class to a faraway bucket-list destination like Bora Bora and staying in an overwater bungalow can take years of planning and saving. But it doesn’t have to. With credit card points and miles, you’ll often find some of the best deals and

Search Halted for Crew Member Who Jumped from Cruise Ship

The US Coast Guard suspended the search for the Holland America Line crew member who deliberately went overboard from the cruise ship on Friday evening while sailing the Florida Straits. The Rotterdam had just completed a six-night Western Caribbean

Booking Is Open for Collette’s All-New ‘Historical Greenbrier Holiday’ Tour

Pawtucket, RI (April 10, 2024) – Collette reminds travelers that booking is now open for its brand new “Historical Greenbrier Holiday” tour. Two departures for the eight-day experience are available

An Introvert’s Guide to Surviving Group Travel

The thought of round-the-clock “togetherness” — with friends, family or strangers bound together in a tour group — can be overwhelming to the estimated 57% of people who lean toward introversion. Solo travel can suit introverts, who tend to re-energize

U.S. Issues Travel Warning for Israel With Iran Attack Believed to Be Imminent and Fear Gaza War Could Spread

Israel is bracing for a worst-case scenario that U.S. officials believe could materialize within just hours — the possibility of a direct attack on Israeli soil by Iran in retaliation for a strike almost two weeks ago that killed seven Iranian military officers. Iran has

A Guide to LGBTQ+ Travel in Latin America

Latin America is a vast region of over 656 million inhabitants. Stretching across two continents, it’s a storied location where people and cultures from Europe, Africa, the Americas and elsewhere mixed and settled. Spanish and Portuguese, vestiges of two rival

Retreat to Crete: Why the Greek Island Is a Perfect Escape

Sometimes, when you travel, you arrive somewhere so ridiculously picturesque, so dictionary-definition of how you expect the country to look, that you half suspect it was built as a film set, or has been “Disneyfied” specifically for tourists. I get this feeling

What It’s Like to Hike to the End of the World in Chile

Tracing the shoreline of the icy Ukika River, I follow a trail through an evergreen woodland of southern beech trees studded with clumps of orange fungi the shape and size of golfballs. The branches are miniature ecosystems, blanketed with tiny bryophytes (a

Middle East Tension: How Worried Should Airline Passengers Be?

The shortest route on the surface of the planet between Perth in Western Australia and London Heathrow airport begins with thousands of miles of Indian Ocean before making landfall over Sri Lanka. The track clips a southwestern corner of, successively

Olympic Organizers Concerned Over Swimming in the Seine After Pollution Report

A European non-profit organization is warning the famous Seine may be too polluted to host Olympic swimming events, throwing an iconic part of the games into question. The Surfrider Foundation Europe tested the Paris river over the past six months and found

A New Under Canvas Tented Camp Is Coming to This California National Park

There’s about to be a wonderful new way to visit the giant sequoias, waterfalls, two remaining glaciers, and dizzying granite cliffs of El Capitan and Half Dome at Yosemite National Park. Under Canvas announced its first-ever camp in California just outside of the

When Is the Best Time to Visit Italy?

When is the best time to visit Italy? I have had the good fortune of visiting the country twice in the past twelve months—once in August, and again this past March. While in Rome on both occasions, I stayed near the Trevi Fountain and so I was often made to

This Cruise Line Was the Perfect Multigenerational Trip for My Family

Cruise vacations have always been an attractive choice for multigenerational family vacations. A hassle-free way to explore the world, family cruises balance together-time with opportunities for everyone in the family to pursue their own interests too. And

Why This Historic Luxury Villa From Only $250 A Night Is Perfect For An Idyllic European Getaway

I'm not sure about you, but testing my patience in long waiting lines at the gelato shop or bumping into sweaty bodies in narrow alleyways teeming with excursion groups while it's over 100 degrees outside is not exactly my idea of fun, much less relaxation

Road Trips: How to Plan an Accessible Getaway

Planning an accessible road trip is getting a little easier for people with disabilities. There are more resources created by and for the disability community, and the tourism industry is starting to recognize the value of accessible travel. As a disabled, chronically ill

Inside the Largest Penthouse Suite in North America

Set on 620 acres of a nature reserve on the Yucatan Peninsula is EDITION’s latest hotel. Located in the heart of Riviera Maya, the lush, sprawling grounds include lagoons and mangroves as well as two miles of a pristine white-sand beach. Created by hospitality

Airlines Ask FAA to Extend New York Slot Waivers Through October 2025

Airlines want permission to operate fewer flights to New York without penalty through most of 2025; they're citing a continued shortage of air traffic controllers that carriers don't expect will sufficiently improve within the next 18 months. Last week, Airlines for

United Airlines Flight Attendant's Armrest Announcement Sparks Social Media Frenzy

In a bold move that has taken social media by storm, a United Airlines flight attendant recently addressed one of the most contentious issues in air travel: the battle over armrests. This announcement, shared by a passenger on Reddit, has reignited the

Princess Cruises Introduces Three Table Service Options Across Its Fleet

Princess Cruises is to roll out a range of new dining experiences across its fleet after their successful debut on the cruise line’s latest ship, Sun Princess. From mid-September 2024, Princess will offer three table service options: traditional, reservable, or walk-in

The Debut of Jackie Robinson

Jackie Robinson's debut on April 15, 1947 with the Brooklyn Dodgers ended professional baseball's color barrier. During the early years following his debut, Robinson endured abuse at the hands of baseball players and fans alike. The scope of his accomplishments, however, won over even the most hardened racists. In 1947, Robinson won the first Rookie of the Year Award. In 1949, he was

The Civil War Begins

At 4:30 a.m. on this day in 1861, the first shots of the Civil War were fired. Confederate troops fired on Fort Sumter in South Carolina's Charleston Harbor for 34 straight hours. On April 13, Union forces

Hopper Data Shows Travel Price Trends for the Spring and Summer

Spring is springing and according to Hopper, it’s time to start thinking about your summer vacation plans. New data from the online booking site shows some favorable trends for travelers in the next few months, including slightly lower airfares compared to 2023

‘I Can’t Tell You How I Feel’: Retirees Duped Out of Hundreds of Dollars by 3rd-Party Travel Company

An Arizona couple says a travel company they didn’t know they were using has cost them hundreds of dollars. Judy Overmeyer and her husband Michael are enjoying their retirement life in San Tan Valley. However, the one activity they long for is spending time

Experience the Thrill of Las Vegas’ Formula 1 Grand Prix Race—Now With Even More Affordable Tickets

Las Vegas is again gearing up to host the adrenaline-pumping Formula 1 Heineken Silver Las Vegas Grand Prix. This time, there’s an extra layer of excitement brewing—not just for the high-speed action on the tracks but also for the more accessible ticket pricing

36 Hours in Toronto

Locals may insist (politely, of course) that Toronto doesn’t belong atop any traveler’s wish list, but don’t fall for that Canadian modesty. Proudly multicultural with an outstanding art scene, fantastic food and a patchwork of diverse neighborhoods to explore

How to Cope With Restless Legs While Traveling

Through the windows of an express train from Kyoto, Japan, to a whisky distillery on Mount Kaikoma, my colleagues admired the views and calmly discussed the agenda for the day. Distracted and annoyed, I punched my quads while counting down the minutes

The European Region Where Young People Are Happiest

Czech Republic, Lithuania and Romania are all newly high on this year's World Happiness Report – and score especially high when it comes to happiness for people aged under 30. When the annual World Happiness Report was released in March 2024, it was no

Inside Lilium, the German Company Trying to Revolutionize Air Travel

German aerospace company Lilium wants to revolutionize air travel with its electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) jet. “Revolutionize means make it absolutely zero emission,” Lilium CEO Klaus Roewe told CNBC Tech in an interview. “We want to make

Delta’s Expanded Miami Sky Club Is Now Open With Seating for 300

Delta Air Lines' so-called gateway hub in Miami just got a big glowup with the opening of an expanded Sky Club. The carrier has added over 4,000 square feet and 100-plus seats to the Miami Sky Club, which is located between terminals H and J at Miami

7 Boston Tourist Traps To Skip, Plus Local-Loved Alternatives

Skip overpriced and crowded tourist traps in Boston for hidden gems known and loved by locals. Opt for unique, less crowded attractions like Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum and Neptune Oyster. Explore peaceful alternatives like Castle Island and Charles

These National Parks Require Reservations in 2024

Over the past few years, several national parks have implemented reservations systems for either entry or for activities such as certain hikes or visiting landmarks. The reason? National parks continue to face overcrowding. In 2023, visitation to park units was

I Took An Alaska Cruise And These Were The 6 Mistakes First-Timers Were Making

Are you planning an Alaska cruise this year? Cruises to Alaska are extremely popular right now, and 2024 is expected to be a record-breaking cruising season according to Cruise Industry News. Alaska is a unique and beautiful destination that is well-suited

San Juan Set for Major Cruise Upgrades

One of the Caribbean's most popular destinations is going to be seeing some major investments that will benefit every passenger coming ashore. Port infrastructure in San Juan, Puerto Rico will see a significant investment from Global Ports Holding, the largest

The Stone of Scone is Returned to Scotland

The Stone of Scone, sometimes called the Stone of Destiny, is a 330-pound rock made of sandstone that has for centuries been used in the coronation of Scotish, English, and British monarchs. The Stone

Delta Air Lines Will Soon Update the Way It Boards Passengers

Delta Air Lines flyers will soon board its planes in a new way that might remind them of the past. Beginning May 1, the airline will board customers by numbered zones, a change that largely reverts back to process it used until early 2019, before changing to its

Why Flight Attendants Dim the Lights During Takeoff and Landing

When it comes to air travel, safety rules all. So, if some parts of the in-flight experience seem odd to you, there's probably a good reason behind them. Take, for instance, dimming the lights in the cabin during takeoff and landing. This doesn't actually occur on

Inside the World’s Most Expensive Underwater Hotel Suite

Below the turquoise surface of the Indian Ocean is the world's first and most expensive underwater hotel suite, but this exclusive experience isn't for the everyday traveller - with the cost of one night in the suite surpassing £10,000. Conrad Maldives Rangali

This Epic Hike in Japan Takes You Through Ancient Shrines, Onsen Towns, and Magical Forests

Located south of Osaka on the Kii Peninsula of Japan‘s Honshū island, the Kumano Kodo trail system is an ancient religious route that connects three sacred sites, Yoshino and Omine, Kumano Sanzan, and Koyasan. It’s also one of only two UNESCO World

Universal Orlando Resort Tips to Make the Most of Your First Trip

I’ll never forget walking out of Universal Islands of Adventure in 2022, drenched from head to toe after riding Popeye & Bluto's Bilge-Rat Barge. It was my first trip back to Universal Orlando Resort in years, and I learned some things the hard way, which I

Why This Dreamy Turkish Resort Town Will Be One Of The Trendiest Destinations This Summer

Those who’ve been planning their summer vacations for some time now know that it’s never too early to start. With travel officially coming back in full force, people are more eager than ever to realize their dream beach getaways and hotels and flights are being

15 of the Best Places to Visit in Canada: Adventure, Culture and Wildlife

Visitors to Canada are equally as wowed by the wildlife and wilderness as they are by the cultural and culinary offerings in the cities that speckle this sprawling nation. Look for polar bears on the arctic tundra of Churchill or cruise Vancouver’s curvy coastline in a

Now Arriving at an Airport Lounge Near You: Peloton Bikes, Nap Pods and Caviar Service

A handful of new lounges opened by credit card issuers, including Capital One and American Express, have recently landed in airports across the United States, promising posh spots of refuge for select travelers awaiting their flights. At La Guardia Airport

Puerto Rico’s Southern Coast Is the Island’s Best-Kept Secret

The scenery starts to change when you leave the tall hotels and tapón (traffic jam) of San Juan behind. Head south on Route 52, and you will start seeing the lush green mountains of Cordillera Central. As you approach the southern coast, the dense vegetation

The World's Longest Infinity Pool Is About To Be Built On A Bridge

Treyam Resort in Saudi Arabia offers a luxurious vacation with an emphasis on preservation and conservation of the natural landscape. The resort boasts the world's largest infinity pool built on a bridge, offering guests breathtaking views 118 feet above

Sargassum Is Headed to Florida and the Caribbean. Could It Ruin Your Beach Vacation?

"Massive seaweed blob invades Florida beaches." "Huge, smelly snake of seaweed headed toward the Caribbean." Though the headlines sound like something from a 1950s horror movie, sargassum — a type of seaweed — is a naturally occurring plant that

Will Stonehenge Lose Its Unesco World Heritage Status?

Plans to build a road tunnel under Stonehenge have once again come to the fore, paving the way for one of the UK's most controversial construction projects in living memory. On 20 March each year, people from all walks of life gather at Stonehenge to

SeaCloud Cruises Welcomes Journalists On 2024 Spirit Voyages

Sea Cloud Cruises announced that veteran broadcast journalists will be guest lecturers on upcoming 2024 sailings aboard the Sea Cloud Spirit, according to a press release. Current NBC Producer Joel Seidman will join the Bilboa to the Azores July 23 – August 4

Windstar Cruises to Expand Fleet With Two New Ships

Windstar Cruises is expanding its fleet with two new all-suite yachts, Star Seeker and Star Explorer, the cruise line has announced at Sea Trade Cruise Global. The two ships are expected to be delivered by West Sea shipyard in December 2025 and 2026

The Titanic's Maiden Voyage

On April 10, 1912 the RMS Titanic set sail on its maiden voyage. The ship departed Southampton, England, bound for New York City, New York, with Captain Edward J. Smith in command and 2,223

The Unexpected Pleasure of Boredom When Traveling Solo

When was the last time you were truly bored? I don’t mean sitting in a doctor’s waiting room and scrolling on your phone, or zoning out during a Zoom meeting and scrolling on your phone, or accidentally watching an extra hour of reality TV and scrolling on your

Europe’s Travel Strikes: Flight and Train Disruption You Can Expect in April

Strikes are a regular occurrence in Europe, as employees withhold their labour to fight for better pay and conditions. Walkouts are sometimes planned months ahead but others are announced last minute, showing that it always pays to check before you travel

Travel Advice for the 2026 European Travel

Umbraphiles feeling the post-eclipse blues should start checking the expiration date on their passports. The next total solar eclipse is set to happen on Aug. 12, 2026 over Greenland, Iceland, Spain, Russia and a small part of Portugal, according to NASA. In North

Disney Has Revamped Its Accessibility Services and Line-Skipping Policy Due to Misuse

Disney just announced some major changes to its Disability Access Service (DAS) and unveiled new planning resources to help guests with disabilities prepare for a magical vacation. On Tuesday, Disney updated its Accessibility Planning Guide and

Traveling Through The US? Here Are the Busiest Airports You Should Be Aware Of

Nowadays, it seems like a nightmare to visit any of the largest and busiest airports in the US following the COVID-19 pandemic that had everyone locked in. While these once-busy hubs suddenly became ghost towns, travel is back and stronger than ever, and the

Four Seasons Is Launching Its First Yacht in 2026—Here’s a Sneak Peek

Four Seasons has unveiled initial renderings, inaugural itineraries, and pricing for its first yacht, which promises to raise the bar on small-ship cruising. The luxury hotel company said the first ship to launch under the new Four Seasons Yacht brand will begin

United Postpones Two International Inaugural Flights Following Safety Incidents

United Airlines has postponed a pair of inaugural flights, citing delays by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) following a series of recent safety incidents. The airline has delayed the start of a new route between Newark and Faro in the Algarve region of

Ready To Splurge? The Most Expensive Beach Destination In Mexico Revealed And It Isn’t Cancun

Looking for a remote Mexican paradise where you can embrace luxury while soaking up sun, sea, and sand? Then forget the beaches of the Cancun or the jungles of Tulum. Los Cabos is one of the most sought-after vacation destinations in Mexico. And the

12 of the Best Things to Do in Dublin

Ireland’s capital and largest city by far, Dublin is one of those places that you either get straight away or spend a lifetime trying to figure out. It’s not the prettiest city, but Dubliners will remind you that pretty things are as easy to like as they are to forget…before

13 Beaches Within Driving Distance Of Atlanta

Explore the closest beaches to Atlanta within driving distance for underrated and scenic destinations. Amelia Island, Jacksonville, Orange Beach, and more are perfect for sun and sand experiences and offer some of the beaches closest to Atlanta, Georgia. Relax

These Hotels Go All-Out With Luxury Pet Amenities

Luxury hotels are great. Some have incredible spas where you can revive your skin and spirit, while others offer rooftop infinity pools with sweeping vistas for miles and miles. These days, hotels aren't just for people, though. The best ones have wised up to

National Park City Founder Dan Raven-Ellison’s Guide to London’s Best Outdoor Spaces

Dan Raven-Ellison is a "guerrilla explorer" who helped make London the world's first National Park City. Here are his picks for London's best green spaces, from wetlands to forests. London, with its dominant skyscrapers and perpetually murky skies is often

Thailand's Ambitious Plans for a New Cruise Terminal

Aiming to revolutionize its cruise tourism sector, Thailand is focusing on Koh Samui. Plans for a new cruise terminal and infrastructural improvements aim to make the island a top global destination. In a strategic push to expand Thailand’s footprint in

Cruise Ireland and Cruise Britain Partner to Drive Growth in Cruise Tourism

Cruise Ireland and Cruise Britain have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) at Seatrade Cruise Global in Miami establishing a partnership to drive growth in cruise tourism across Ireland and Britain. The agreement represents a commitment to

U.S. Considers Easing Warnings for Americans Traveling to China

The U.S. is considering easing advisories against its citizens traveling to China, Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell said on Tuesday, acknowledging concerns that the warnings may have curtailed exchanges between Americans and Chinese people

American Cruise Lines Announces American Patriot & American Pioneer New Ships in the Project Blue Fleet

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The global airline industry is facing a summer squeeze, with travel demand expected to surpass pre-pandemic levels while aircraft deliveries drop sharply due to production problems at Boeing (BA.N), opens new tab and Airbus (AIR.PA), opens new tab. Air

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Hop aboard in one country, wake up in another and consider getting off to explore one of Germany's most stunning landscapes. In an era of cheap, low-cost flights, one throwback to the golden age of travel appears to be making a comeback: night trains. As a

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Whether you want a weekend getaway or to max out your vacation days, there’s a cruise for that. Cruise lines offer itineraries ranging from a few days to monthslong. But there are more differences between short and long sailings than just the amount of

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When I started reading suggested packing lists for a February cruise trip through northern Norway, I nearly lost my mind and canceled. The extra layers of clothing I had expected, but the advice on what apparel to bring–everything from wool underwear to

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Norwegian Cruise Line is canceling over a dozen cruises 2025. The cruise line is nixing multiple voyages throughout next year, Norwegian confirmed to Travel + Leisure on Friday. "The recent 2025 itinerary cancelations are a result of varied events including

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Lately, lots of things seem to be going wrong on airplanes. From doors being blown off to bug sightings and more, broken or less-than-perfect airplanes have been a trending topic among travelers recently. Most travel concerns are related to safety issues and

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Japan has long captivated travelers. But many of its most famous qualities — from the cuisine to the country’s nationwide culture of civility — can initially be befuddling for outsiders too. To help travelers bridge the cultural gap, CNBC Travel asked frequent visitors

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As you budget for a trip, the list of expenses to consider is long. Sure, there are the big-ticket costs, such as airfare, lodging, theme park tickets and car rentals. But, as every traveler knows, that's often just the beginning. Airline fees, resort charges, food

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California and Florida offer a variety of beaches, from warm and touristy to rugged and tranquil, perfect for different preferences. Water temperatures are a key difference between the Pacific and Atlantic coasts, influencing beach activities and visitor

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As one of Arizona’s most alluring desert cities, Sedona has long ignited the imagination of adventurers, artists and mystics. Now wine tours and film festivals have added to its eclectic vibe, with natural and cultural worlds coming together. Sedona’s dramatic

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A travel dupe, or duplication, allows a person to experience the authentic local culture and connect with people in a different way because there’s less tourism

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If a trip to Europe is in the cards for you this year, then take a moment to pause before you press that ‘book’ button. Do you really want to wrestle with the crowds in Barcelona? Fight for beach space in the Algarve? Or are you ready for a different, cooler kind of

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My family recently returned from our first family trip to Walt Disney World since the start of the pandemic. Immediately after our last trip, in January 2020, my wife Dana experienced a severe MS (multiple sclerosis) flare that diminished her mobility, so she now

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The world’s deepest hot spring is found in the tiny town of Pagosa Springs, Colorado, along the Colorado-New Mexico border. In this hot-water-centric community, the natural soaking tubs along the river and developed hot spring resorts are only topped by the

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Whether you’re beguiled by museums, American history or a melee of cherry blossoms (once a year, of course), there’s a veritable cornucopia of reasons to visit our nation’s fair capital. And if you’re fortunate to call Washington, D.C. home, it’s no surprise that

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With the arrival of spring and the warmer temperatures in Montréal, the city is abuzz with exciting events and activities to enjoy in 2024. Most notably, on Monday, April 8, Montréal will be the ideal site to witness the once-in-a-lifetime Total Solar Eclipse

The 12 Best Fast Food Joints in America

Visions of golden-fried cheese curds, succulent smash burgers, and cheese-topped fries distracted me from the rolling scenery of America’s backroads. Of course, I could always stop for a “real meal” (sit-down) in a local restaurant, but what’s more American

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The end of the American Civil War was near as Sherman left Atlanta and marched his troops to Savannah in December of 1864. Although it briefly appeared that England might enter the war on the

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Is Airport Wi-Fi Safe to Use? Expert Advice to Keep Your Data Secure.

When traveling, it’s important to stay connected. Without Wi-Fi or cell service, you can’t utilize online maps to navigate a new place, keep in touch with loved ones or research restaurants to visit. Thankfully, it’s not too difficult to find free Wi-Fi, whether that’s at a

Standby Cruising: A New Option for Bargain Seekers

In February, Barb McGowan took a seven-day cruise on Holland America Line, visiting the Bahamas, Turks and Caicos, and the Dominican Republic for just $343, or $49 a day, excluding taxes, port fees and extras. By comparison, Holland America currently

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On a Sunday in late January, Melinda Buchmann, who lives in Florida and supervises client relations for RevShoppe, a 30-person remote company advising organizations on sales techniques and strategies, arrived in Banff, Alberta, to help set up a four-day

Margaritaville at Sea Launches New Travel Agent Incentive

Margaritaville at Sea has launched a special travel agent offer for the upcoming ship, the Islander, set to launch this summer sailing from Tampa. The limited-time offer invites registered travel agents to book a personal cruise starting at $40 per person/night. On

What’s Your Single Best Tip for Traveling in Japan? Here’s What Frequent Visitors Said

Japan has long captivated travelers. But many of its most famous qualities — from the cuisine to the country’s nationwide culture of civility — can initially be befuddling for outsiders too. To help travelers bridge the cultural gap, CNBC Travel asked frequent visitors

Discover Northern Arizona: The Ultimate Flagstaff Summer Travel Guide

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In September 2023, one of the world's leading luxury hotel brands expanded its portfolio of deluxe properties with the opening of The Peninsula London, a five-star development dripping in lion-guarded splendor. Dubbed the Big Smoke’s first "billion-pound

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If you regularly travel the East Coast, there’s a good chance you’ve had a layover or two in Charlotte. To understand the vibrance and dynamic nature of North Carolina’s most populous city, though, you’ll need to make your way out of the airport terminals and

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It seems like a pipe dream to locate a spot where one can disengage when constant digital stimulation is the norm. But hidden in the north of France is a little-known town called Seine-Port, where the contemporary world is left at the door. Enforcing a ban on

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Over the last few years, Hyatt has been upping its all-inclusive game in many ways. It has introduced new brands like luxury player Impression by Secrets and recently launched the first property from its lifestyle-focused, all-inclusive brand, Hyatt Vivid, in Cancun

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Cruise lines adapted to the new normal with safety protocols and vaccine requirements, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for travelers. Top-ranked cruise lines offer luxurious amenities and unforgettable experiences, making each trip a journey of a

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It takes one transatlantic flight, one UK domestic flight, one very long train trip, and an often-fickle ferry ride to get to Scotland’s Hebrides Isles. But it’s a trek completely worth it. The general traveling public usually has a familiarity with the usual Scottish

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The food scene in Florida reflects the diversity of cultures that have made the sunshine state their home – an intoxicating blend of Southern recipes, Latin American flavors and old-school Floridian techniques...anyone for fried gator tail? Add tropical fruits to the

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The word "veto" is Latin for "I forbid". The US Constitution provides that the President, as the head of the executive branch of government may veto a bill passed by the Congress. The first exercise of a the

Celebrity Cruise Ship Rescues 7 People From ‘Adrift’ Vessel

A Celebrity Cruises ship rescued a group of people from another vessel between Cuba and Mexico this week. Celebrity Apex “encountered a small vessel adrift and in need of assistance” on Monday, according to a spokesperson for the cruise line. “The

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After canceling its 2024-25 season in Australia and New Zealand, Virgin Voyage’s s introducing a new winter program in the Caribbean. Sailing from San Juan, the Resilient Lady is set to offer a series of seven- to 11-night cruises to Southern and Eastern

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In 2021, I spent a blissful year traveling solo across Italy. Not just because I didn’t have a companion, but because, with international travel still largely blocked due to COVID, my country felt empty. Can you imagine Venice without the crowds? I don’t

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Like millions of other Americans, I plan to see the total eclipse Monday afternoon. Unlike most, I’m ready to take somewhat extreme measures to increase my chances of having clear skies under which to do so. You see, I’ve been hoping to see an eclipse

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In a country as large as the United States, there’s no shortage of destinations and detours to explore by car. Whether your idea of the perfect American road trip entails an epic, cross-country journey or a shorter jaunt through a few of its most iconic national

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It’s just after sunrise, and I’m sitting in a barrel sauna watching howler monkeys devour mangoes in a tree. As one of the primates roars, I plunge into my private ice bath at Silvestre Nosara Hotel & Residences and spring out of the water a couple of minutes later

Tulum's Airport Is Officially Open — See the Flight Schedule for American, Delta, and More U.S. Airlines

The Riviera Maya in Mexico has long been an unquestionable destination favorite, lined with dozens of beachfront resorts and a lively nightlife scene. But travelers yearning for a more laidback, bohemian vibe can now fly further south into Tulum’s brand-new

2 Injured on Southwest Flight After Turbulence Forces Emergency Landing in Tampa

A Southwest Airlines flight headed to Orlando from New Orleans made an emergency landing in Tampa Wednesday after it encountered turbulence, and two people, including a flight attendant, were injured. Southwest flight 4273 departed from Louis

Wide Open Spaces: A Guide to Washington State’s Most Magnificent Parks

If you've grown weary of the urban rat race and yearn for stunning wide-open spaces, it's time to grab your bags and head to Washington State. Scattered with incredible landscapes carved out by nature, the state takes the protection of its parks for future

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pain was unusually wet last week. In Seville, in the south of the country, Easter Week was disrupted by a storm and processions were cancelled, much to the disappointment of locals and tourists. The drought-affected country had a bit of a relief after the rains

9 Reasons The Adirondacks Are The Hottest Hiking Spot Of 2024

Climb all 46 Adirondack High Peaks for a challenging adventure—but easier hikes like Cascade Mountain are also an option. Explore 1,500 miles of rivers in the Adirondacks for fishing, canoeing, and wildlife viewing opportunities. Discover stunning waterfalls like

First Look: See Inside Regent’s Flagship Americas Property Opening in Santa Monica

At the beginning of the year, TPG shared its list of the most exciting hotels set to open in 2024, and those properties spanned from New Jersey to the Seychelles. One of these hotly anticipated hotels, which sits on a stunning stretch of California coastline, has

These Are the Best New Hotels of 2024

A great hotel can define an entire trip. So each year, AFAR’s team of experts selects the world’s best new and renovated arrivals, whether it’s an Edwardian landmark in central London, a high-design hideaway in Marrakech, or a canvas-walled luxury camp set

Disco Never Died in This Kentucky City

Walk through the door of Louisville’s Myriad Hotel and just try not to smile. There, suspended from the lobby ceiling, casting rays of multicolored light across the registration desk, are two dozen disco balls in varying diameters, some the size of softballs, others

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The original flag of the United States had 13 stars and 13 stripes in honor of the 13 original colonies. In 1795, the flag had two additional stars and stripes. By 1818, there were 20 states, but still only 15

Elderly American Tourist Killed in Elephant Attack While on Safari in Zambia

An elderly American tourist was killed after an "aggressive" bull elephant attacked a vehicle during a game drive in Zambia, the safari operator said. The incident took place Saturday morning at Kafue National Park, a Lusaka Police spokesperson confirmed to

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The Belgian family of four was on their fourth trip to the United States. They had been dreading the long line at passport control when they entered the country but had heard about a new app they could use to ease their way and decided to give it a shot

JetZero: Groundbreaking ‘Blended-Wing’ Demonstrator Plane Cleared to Fly

The basic design of commercial airplanes hasn’t changed much in the past 60 years. Modern airliners like the Boeing 787 and the Airbus A350 have the same general shape as the Boeing 707 and the Douglas DC-8, which were built in the late 1950s and

The UAE's Next Big Luxury Travel Destination

Without a doubt, the Middle East is one of the world’s fastest-evolving regions for hospitality development, with $1.9 trillion pouring into such destinations as the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt. Few people have a front-row seat to the future of

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When you book one of the best vacations in the U.S., you're not going to phone in your accommodations. The best hotels are destinations unto themselves, from ranches that perch you in Dark Sky Places out West to lodges that position you perfectly near

Cruise Passengers Left Stranded on African Island to Be Reimbursed for Some Travel Cost Paid to Return to Ship

The eight cruise passengers who were stranded on an African island after their ship left the port without them will be reimbursed for some of the costs they endured while trying to make it back onto the ship, the cruise line said. Jill and Jay Campbell, of South

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Airline reward tickets are getting more expensive. While cash fares for flights are rising slower than inflation, a new report from IdeaWorksCompany, a consultancy focusing on ancillary airline revenue, shows that reward redemptions are getting even pricier

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A youthful energy pervades Kosovo. Europe’s youngest country is also home to the region’s youngest population, with 55% under 30. In the 20 years since the Kosovo War of 1998 to 1999, which culminated in the nation’s 2008 declaration of independence

Gen Z Is Spending Nearly Half of Their Disposable Income on Travel

Generational divide this, generational divide that. Most times, these divides are played up and manufactured for the sake of stirring up false separations within society. The boomers are doing this, Gen X is buying that, millennials are wreaking havoc on both the

Hilton Makes Splash in Luxury Lifestyle Travel With Plan to Grow Nomad by 100 Hotels

Hilton has arisen from its slumber on luxury and lifestyle brands. The hotel giant is taking a majority stake in Sydell Group, the parent company of the NoMad Hotels brand, both companies announced Wednesday. The deal puts Hilton in charge of expanding

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Los Angeles' food scene is preceded by a litany of stereotypes, like a cultish devotion to avocado toasts and celebrities "inventing" their own superfood smoothies. But Angelenos know that this vast urban sprawl is really home to a rich cultural diversity, best

The 10 Best Historic Hotels in Washington D.C.

The nation’s capital has long catered to visiting politicos, heads of state, movie stars, and others, so it’s no wonder a plethora of esteemed hotels throughout the years have been decked out to impress the best. The oldest hotel in Washington, D.C., dates back

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The Sunshine State indeed has all you’ve read about: luminous golden beaches, the action of Walt Disney World, alligators sunbathing by the road in the Everglades, roadside orange groves...and much more, too. With so many possible experiences in

7 Common Tourist Mistakes To Avoid In NYC (From A Local!)

Are you planning your first trip to New York City? I love New York (and I may just be a little biased since I'm from there) so I want you to have the best time on your trip! That's why I'm sharing the most common mistakes I see tourists make so you know what to

MSC World America News: New Ship to Feature 7 Districts

From 'Aqua' to 'Zen,' MSC World America will offer seven distinct districts when the ship arrives in 2025. MSC Cruises shared the latest details of its upcoming World-class ship, which is set to be homeported in Miami and will offer seven-night itineraries to the

The First Pony Express Run

On this day in 1860, a series of Pony Express messengers rode their mounts from Saint Joseph, Missouri to Sacramento, California. Reducing the time for mail delivery between the coasts to

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Nearly five billion people are expected to fly in 2024, according to the International Air Transport Association, a number that would surpass all previous records. And while first-class travel can provide a refuge from those crowds, it also can interfere with the

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Taiwan is one of Asia’s most underrated travel destinations, with a magnetic capital city in Taipei and a stunning mountainous landscape. Located at the crossover of the South and East China Sea, the island nation offers travellers a long list of adventures

Travel Advisor Reveals Red Flags to Look for to Not Get Scammed When Planning Trips

Spring break may be over for students, but summer vacation is right around the corner. It's time to start planning. CBS 2 has reported on stories about travel deal rip-offs in recent months. So here is how to make sure your next trip goes right. Pinky Jackson

American Airlines Updated Pet Policy Allows Carry-on With Pet Carrier

Good news for pet owners! American Airlines is relaxing its pet policy and allowing those who travel with their animal companions to bring a full-size carry-on too, along with the pet carrier. "On flights with American you can bring one pet carrier as a carry-on if

This Is What Autism Acceptance Looks Like in the Travel Industry

For many autistic people, including my daughter, travel can be difficult. She thrives on strict routines and craves predictability, neither of which is easy to achieve in a new location. Other hallmark signs of autism include sensitivity to sound and light, as well

The Fee for Global Entry Is Increasing — Here's How Much It'll Cost

The federal government will raise the cost of the popular Global Entry program this fall for the first time in more than 15 years. Starting Oct. 1, the application fee for Global Entry will increase to $120, according to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Wealthy Travelers Are Fueling a Surge in Luxury Hotel Prices

Your next luxe getaway is about to come with an even heftier price tag. Despite lower inflation, the luxury travel industry has continued to see rates skyrocket post-Covid, CNBC Travel reported. Average daily rates across the sector peaked this year and were

Why Travelers Are Flocking To This Stunning Italian Destination In Record Numbers

As incredible as a spring trip to Italy might sound, figuring out where exactly you want to go and what to do during your time there is nothing short of a logistical nightmare. That’s why indecisive travelers like me are leaning more and more on the preferences of

Why We Love Florida’s National Parks

When thinking of the USA’s majestic national parks, a massive swamp, a seemingly endless swath of the Atlantic Ocean or a 19th-century fort might not immediately come to mind. Yet these places represent three of the country’s most biologically diverse and

This Will Be The First City To Experience The Solar Eclipse

Kerrville, Texas will see a rare 4-minute total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, making it one of the best viewing spots in the US. The Kerrville Eclipse Festival features NASA speakers, live music, and a children's program - all for free on the day of the eclipse. It's

Wyndham Launches Its 25th Brand — One That Blurs the Line of Hotel and Apartment

The hotel industry's growing embrace of extended-stay travel isn't slowing down. Wyndham Hotels & Resorts revealed a new brand — WaterWalk Extended Stay by Wyndham — Tuesday that is actually a mix of furnished hotel-style accommodations and

How a Fictitious ‘Sea’ Became a Top Maldivian Tourist Attraction

The Maldives' famous Sea of Stars is part fact, part fiction – but that just adds to the mystery of one of the country's top tourist attractions. A glittering expanse of the Indian Ocean glowed blue in the dark as if the stars were submerged underwater after

Celestyal Discovery Sets Sail on First Cruise Following Extensive Renovation

The newly acquired and refurbished Celestyal Discovery left for its inaugural voyage last week. Its multi-million dollar overhaul led to a new livery, revitalized common areas, and renovated staterooms. The ship’s exteriors were upgraded with the Celestyal logo

Aurora Expeditions News: New Ship to Arrive in 2025

Aurora Expeditions is set to welcome its third ship with the arrival of Douglas Mawson in 2025. The new ship will also herald the cruise line's return to East Antarctica for the first time in 15 years, featuring itineraries like the aptly-named 'Douglas Antarctica

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An act establishing a mint, and regulating the Coins of the United States. That was the long title of a law passed by the United States Congress on April 2, 1792. The Coinage Act established the United States Mint

Collette’s ‘Hello Spring’ Presale Live Through April 7: Travelers Can Save up to 20% *

Pawtucket, RI (April 1, 2024) – Collette’s “Hello Spring” presale is now live through April 7. Advisors are able to help clients save up to 20% if they book seats during the window. The sale will open to the public on April

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I don’t know where my 3-year-old picked up the phrase. Maybe it’s innate to all kids who’ve been stuck in the car for more than 10 minutes: “Are we there yet?” Unfortunately for all of us, the answer is almost always “No.” We won’t be there for many, many hours. That’s

Barcelona Increases Its Tourist Tax This Week: Where Else Will You Have to Pay to Enter in 2024?

Overtourism could have been 2023's word of the year in the travel industry. News of the negative impacts of too many tourists was everywhere. The world's most popular destinations, like Venice, Barcelona and New Zealand, are struggling to keep visitor numbers under

The 5 Most Beautiful Hotels to Travel Solo to Across the Globe

As Gloria Steinnem says in the pages of her recently published book, My life on the road, traveling is a state of mind before anything else. That is based on our ability to open our eyes to what's around us, spontaneously interact with the unknown, and live in the present, letting

This Oceanfront Resort on Florida's Amelia Island Is One of Its Most Luxurious Stays — and It Now Has a 25,000-square-foot Spa

Amelia Island, the lush barrier island along Florida’s Atlantic coast, is a serene and unspoiled destination with stunning beaches, sand dunes, marches, and maritime forests. The island’s natural beauty makes it the ideal place for a wellness getaway, and now its most

FAA Warns Fliers: Expect Delays This Week

Abig travel boom is coming to the U.S. this week with the Solar Eclipse. The Federal Aviation Administration has reminded travelers to pack their patience and be prepared for delays. Last week, American Airlines revised a major policy to make it more pet-friendly, but United and

How The Baltimore Bridge Collapse Could Impact Travel

Not long after midnight on March 26, a huge cargo ship hit the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, Maryland. The hit caused the entire bridge to collapse. It took several cars, including those belonging to several construction and maintenance workers on the bridge at the

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Cruise lines around the globe embraced the playful spirit of April Fools’ Day, unveiling a series of whimsical and utterly fabricated innovations designed to tickle the fancy of cruise lovers everywhere. From Carnival’s soggy pizza savior to Royal Caribbean’s sea-plunging

Avalon Alegria Christened in Portugal by Cheri Oteri

Avalon Waterways has christened its 15th European suite ship, Avalon Alegria, on the Douro River in Pinhão, Portugal. During the onboard ceremony, actor, comedian and godmother, Cheri Oteri cut a rope to smash a bottle of locally produced Cuvée – Marques de Marialva

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Nienke Panis-Ringersma has made a career out of following the region's famous blooms. Here are her favourite ways to experience the season, from road trips to bulb picking. Few images are as indelible as the sight of candy-coloured tulips bursting through the dark winter

Jetblue Hikes Checked Bag Fees Again up to a Whopping $70

JetBlue Airways is back with its second rate hike for checked bag fees in just a matter of months. This time, the New York-based carrier is quietly adding a new demand-based pricing model for checked bags. JetBlue's new peak and off-peak checked bag pricing structure is

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Last year, when Roberto Ruiz visited the Carbonera mine in Querétaro, Mexico, he cracked open a grapefruit-size piece of rhyolite with a hammer. When he looked inside, “it was like finding a fire fossil,” he said during a recent phone interview from his home in San Antonio

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Jersey City is a vibrant, wealthy city with a population of 292,000, part of the New York metropolitan area. The city is a financial center with extensive waterfront access, connected to Manhattan by the Holland Tunnel and PATH trains. Jersey City is cheaper than NYC, with a

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Spring is all about new beginnings. New builds, new renovations, new chapters for once-forgotten properties—and this season’s hotel openings offer all of the above. The following fresh openings–maybe it’s the renovation of a Gilded Age mansion in the middle of Denver

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If you’ve ever thumbed through your passport to count the number of pages left, you may want to count again—those last few pages are technically not supposed to be used for entry and exit stamps or visas. They’re called endorsement pages, and according to the State

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The city of Washington, DC, is my favorite juxtaposition – an incredibly expensive city with a myriad of free things to do. Yes, you may have heard horror stories of vacation bills that just keep climbing, but you don't need to bust your bank account with fine dining and

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One of Las Vegas’ longest-standing Strip casinos is shuttering its doors for good. Tropicana Las Vegas is set to close Tuesday, just two days shy of its 67th anniversary. Once a crown jewel on the Strip, the aging property has struggled to stand out in recent decades amid a sea of

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A local couple’s dream vacation turned into a nightmare at sea this week. Jill and Jay Campbell live in Garden City, but are currently on a small island off the coast of Africa after their cruise ship left without them. “We were waiting for the tender boats to come back and get us

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There’s a saying in Iceland that’s sort of the country’s unofficial motto: Þetta reddast (sounds like “thetta rettast”). Like so many Icelandic words there isn’t a direct translation into English, but the essence of it is, “Ehhh, it’ll be fine…” My good friend Pétur

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Earlier this month, a demonstrator aircraft for what could be the first new civil supersonic plane to be launched since the 1960s took to the skies. It’s a milestone moment in the highly anticipated new era of supersonic travel. The XB-1, a technology

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Romania and Bulgaria partially joined Europe’s ID-check-free travel zone on Sunday, marking a new step in the two countries’ integration with the European Union. After years of negotiations to join the Schengen area, there is now free access for travelers

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Singapore Airlines unveiled an overhauled cabin service for its premium economy passengers earlier this month, and it’s part of a broader trend. Long-haul premium economy is becoming increasingly important to airlines. That’s partly because leisure travelers

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Bonni and Bob Gumport travel regularly in their retirement. Not beholden to one short vacation a year (they average seven big ones), their compounding experience has allowed them to develop a code of rules by which they abide—tips and tricks to use

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Skiplagging, an air travel trend that took the skies by storm in recent years, is highly debated. For some travelers, this practice, also known as hidden city ticketing, can save substantial amounts of money on airfare. For others, skiplagging turns a normal flight into

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There are few natural phenomena that can evoke the same emotion of a solar eclipse. Around the world, myths and legends have developed to explain the rare event, which happens when the shadow of the moon blocks the light from the sun, causing a period

Aman’s New Lifestyle Hotel Brand Is Finally Open—Here’s What It’s Like

When Janu Tokyo opened in March 2024 in the lower half of a gleaming residential tower in Tokyo’s up-and-coming Azabudai Hills district, it marked the arrival of a new luxury brand in Japan. But the reason it’s so anticipated is that it’s the first of a sister brand

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Remarkable sporting achievements and heroism aside, this summer's Olympics in Paris will shine light on a plethora of historical landmarks. Over the course of four weeks (Olympics 26 July-11 August; Paralympics 28 August-8 September), millions of spectators

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As a fashion blogger, I’m often asked what the best city in the world is for shopping—and my answer is invariably Tokyo. Japan’s capital is full of enticing fashion for every budget or personal style, whether you’re lusting over vintage purses in Shimokitazawa or

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Melides, a village on Portugal’s Alentejo coast, is a blissful retreat that has managed to preserve its 19th-century charm. Despite its proximity to the capital, Lisbon, and the lively Comporta, Melides retains a peaceful ambiance. The town’s serenity resonates with

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Getting around Dublin without a car is easy. The compact city is well served by an efficient network of buses, trams and trains that connect the city and the suburbs. No more than a few square kilometers, the flat city center is highly walkable and cyclable too

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A cruise ship crashed into a concrete wall along the River Danube in Austria on Friday. A police statement said, "the ship was suddenly no longer able to maneuver." 11 people were hospitalized and another 6 suffered less serious injuries. A Bulgarian cruise

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Oceania Cruises has announced that it will offer guests a free pre-cruise hotel stay on a range of sailings throughout late 2024 and 2025. The offer means that passengers will be able to arrive a day before their cruise embarkation, as well as the opportunity to

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No, fooling. After much experimentation with prototypes, Apple Computer was formed by Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak on this day in 1976 to sell the Apple I personal computer kit. The first Apples were

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On March 29, 1803 Congress authorized the construction of Cumberland Road (known today as National Road) from what is present-day Wheeling, West Virginia to Cumberland, Maryland. Cumberland Road became one of

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Pawtucket, RI (March 28, 2024) – Collette announces the launch of its new “Collette Connection” service. With the print-on-demand service, travel advisors will be able to send their clients Collette’s Explorations brochure

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If you haven't flown in a while, fasten your seatbelts. I've got good news – and bad news. You've probably already heard the bad news because it travels faster than the speed of sound. Airfares are up. So are luggage fees. And we seem to have a problem with in-flight violence

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Standing on the platform at Brussels-Midi station, it’s hard not to smile as the European Sleeper rolls in. The night train is composed of 15 old carriages rented by a start-up of the same name, one of a few new private operators aiming to fashion Europe’s rail renaissance. This will be

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I woke up on a Monday morning in Aspen to the view of pine trees heavy with brilliant white snow. It was still coming down as I rode the gondola up the 11,000-foot peak, not to ski but to visit the ultra-exclusive Aspen X Mountain Club. Inside the club, where an annual

The Ultimate Guide to Confusing Travel Jargon

Let's be honest. With travel being back in full swing and everyone constantly on the move, it feels like new terms and buzzwords are coined everyday to reflect the newest travel trend—and it can be hard to keep up. But don't worry, we're here to help you stay up-to-date. We've

Hotels at Sea: Land-Based Hospitality Brands Bring Guests With Them to Cruises

Mason Jones isn’t an avid cruiser, but he enjoyed his trip with the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection so much that he took two in less than a year. Jones, a 50-year-old family doctor from Austin, Texas, booked the March 2023 sailing with his wife for its mostly all-inclusive model. And

These Are the 15 Best Hotels and Resorts in Tuscany

Ah, Tuscany: It’s no wonder that this Italian province remains a perennial favorite of so many travelers. The landscapes, which range from the Tyrrhenian Sea to the Apennine Mountains, unfurl into a mosaic of vineyards, hilltop towns, art- and history-filled cities, and wild coastlines

From Music to Food to Film, Readers Say These Are the Best Festivals in the Nation

Millions of people attend at least one festival in the U.S. per year — and those numbers are on the rise. With so many events to choose from (and ticket prices in the hundreds, if not thousands of dollars for some festivals), it can be difficult to decide where to spend your time and

5 Reasons Why the Cape Cod of the Midwest Should Be Your Next Destination

I’m sure you’ve heard of Cape Cod, but did you know the Midwest has its own version of Cape Cod? Jutting into Lake Michigan, there’s a beautiful peninsula known as Door County, Wisconsin. I had no idea what to expect before my visit to Door County in February, but I was

The Ultimate Guide to Getting to and From New York City’s Airports

If you’ve ever landed in New York City and splurged upward of $50 on an Uber to take you on from there, we salute your struggle. So we propose another option: public transport. While this choice may seem daunting, in truth taking the train, subway and/or bus to and from the

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Thailand’s Pattaya is finally outgrowing its reputation as a city of sin, arguably transforming itself into one of Southeast Asia’s most underrated family destinations. Brimming with water parks, golf courses, fine beaches, ocean sports, theme parks, indoor play centers, alluring markets

There’s a New Option for a River Cruise Through Portugal’s Wine Country

Avalon Waterways is the latest river cruise line to launch sailings on the Douro. The Denver-based brand on Thursday unveiled its first vessel on the vineyard-lined river in Portugal, which has been one of river cruising's fastest-growing destinations in recent years. Dubbed Avalon

French Airports Push EU for Entry/Exit System Launch Delay

The executives of French airports are calling on the European Union to delay the launch date of the Entry/Exit System (EES) further. The EES was originally set to become effective in May of this year. However, due to some problems and at the request of France to postpone its launch

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The Royal Mansion Suite at Atlantis The Royal in Dubai is easily one of the most expensive and luxurious hotel rooms in the world. With more than 10,000 square feet across two stories on the 18th and 19th floors, the suite has multiple rooms, dining and entertaining spaces. It has

Tskaltubo: The Rebirth of Georgia’s Derelict Soviet Spa Town

As Georgia shakes off the shackles of its Soviet past, a new scheme aims to revive Tskalutbo's abandoned sanatoriums and turn the town into a world-class spa destination once again. Electroshock therapy? Sounds painful. Colonic hydrotherapy? I'll pass. How about ultrasound laser

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The infamous Three Mile Island accident occurred near Harrisburg, Pennsylvania when main feedwater pumps in a secondary cooling system of a nuclear power plant failed at exactly 4:00 a.m. EST on

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I’ll admit it. I will elbow you out of the way to get on the plane 30 seconds sooner and secure overhead bin space. I’m not proud of it, but I'll probably never see you again, and I really don’t want to have to check a bag on most flights. I’m part of the problem, but

These Are the Most Popular Destinations for Summer 2024, According to Google

Travelers are just chuffed with London this summer, and are planning to head there in droves. That’s according to Google, which named the city in the United Kingdom the most popular destination for summer 2024. The list reflects searches in the United States

I’m a Luxury Travel Agent: Destinations My Wealthy Clients Don’t Visit Anymore

The lifting of post-pandemic travel restrictions released a flood of demand for destinations worldwide, but those with the most money to spend on experiences changed their priorities and preferences along the way. GOBankingRates spoke with two travel

Dark Tourism: When Travel And Tragedy Meet

Death, disaster, tragedy, and atrocity are four words commonly associated with dark tourism. Becoming a dark tourist is a controversial, and complex type of travel that some people consider no different than historical tourism while others see it as taboo

Why Airlines Tell You Not to Retrieve Your Phone if It Falls Between Seats

You may have noticed in recent years that during the announcements before takeoff, flight attendants have started telling passengers that if their phone falls between the seats, they should alert a crew member. Many passengers might try to retrieve

This Ultra-Luxury Cruise Whisks Travelers to 40 Countries in 5 Months

Imagine spending nearly five months exploring the most fascinating destinations in the world while living in a lavish suite on a luxury cruise ship. From your suite’s private balcony, you can watch the ship pull into secluded islands and alluring ports in Asia

United Airlines Unveils Flight Filters for Wheelchair Users

United Airlines is officially rolling out new accessibility features Thursday that it says will make flying easier for wheelchair users. The updates, which the airline previously announced, include the ability to find flights that are the best equipped to handle their

7 Reasons Why You Should Visit This Authentic Underrated City In Italy

Italy is indisputably one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. Home to numerous iconic landmarks, including Rome's ancient Colosseum, the UNESCO-listed canals of Venice, and the leaning Tower of Pisa to name a few, it attracts tens of

7 Things to Know Before Going to Yosemite National Park

Yosemite, established in 1864, is a superstar of the National Park System for good reason. A visit, whether you stay in well-connected Yosemite Valley or head out into the vast wilderness, is a humbling experience. Despite its fame and infrastructure (areas

This Former ‘Sin City’ Is Now Incredibly Family-Friendly

Thailand’s Pattaya is finally outgrowing its reputation as a city of sin, arguably transforming itself into one of Southeast Asia’s most underrated family destinations. Brimming with water parks, golf courses, fine beaches, ocean sports, theme parks, indoor play

These Are the Best All-Inclusive Resorts in the Maldives

A trip to the Maldives — that dreamy equatorial archipelago of white-sand beaches, swaying palms and vibrant reefs — might seem like Champagne wishes and caviar dreams. And its luxury resorts certainly offer plenty of both delicacies. However, there are also

An Expert’s Guide to the Finding the Best Cheese in Paris

While some come to Paris for the bread, pastries or three-hour bistro lunches, I came for the cheese. France is home to over a thousand of them, from the Loire Valley's days-old fresh chèvres (goat cheeses) boasting the barest whiff of the barnyard to the

Celebrity Cruises Adds New Perks for Their Most Loyal Cruisers

Celebrity Cruises has added new perks for their Zenith members, those who cruise the most with the cruise line. Zenith members are those who have earned 3,000 or more points sailing on Celebrity cruise ships, Celebrity Cruises’ highest loyalty tier. The cruise

Carnival Cruise Line Completes Roll Out of Digital Debark

Carnival Cruise Line has achieved a new milestone in guest services by extending its Digital Debarkation program to every ship in its North American fleet. After much anticipation, Carnival Cruise Line has released its Digital Debark program across the entire North

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So you didn't make it to the beach for spring break but you still desperately need a getaway? Try elevating your standard staycation or day trip with a night or two in a truly special hotel. Luckily, National Geographic's got you covered, with a handy guide to eight of

T&C Hotel Awards 2024: The Best-Looking New Lodges in the Wild

Entering one of Royal Portfolio’s hotels or lodges, you may well wonder whatever happened to classic safari khaki. Each interior is an exuberant collage of colors, textures, and contemporary African art handpicked by co-owner Liz Biden, whose design motto

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From Acadia National Park, one of the most beautiful US destinations, to some of the most impressive lighthouses in the country, Maine boasts many amazing places to explore. However, the real charm of this East Coast state lies in the small towns, and while

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NEW YORK (March 26, 2024) – Terry Dale, president and CEO of the United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA) announced today that Elite Voyages has joined USTOA as its newest Active

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On March 27th, 1964, it was business as usual in the city of Anchorage, Alaska. At 5:36:14 p.m. local time, the ground began shaking violently. The ensuing 9.2 magnitude earthquake remains one of the

Europe’s Travel Strikes: Flight and Train Disruption You Can Expect in March and April

Strikes are a regular occurrence in Europe, as employees withhold their labour to fight for better pay and conditions. Walkouts are sometimes planned months ahead but others are announced last minute, showing that it always pays to check before you travel

‘Bigger Than the Super Bowl’: Americans Are Spending Big on Eclipse Tourism

For those hoping to catch a glimpse of the total solar eclipse in April, there’s no shortage of options. Six Flags Over Texas is hosting a “Solar Coaster” viewing party. Holland America has a 22-day Solar Eclipse Cruise. And after filling up one path-of-totality flight, Delta

Port of Baltimore Suspends Ship Traffic After Bridge Collapse: What It Means for Travel

Travel is being impacted by Tuesday’s Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse along Interstate 695 in Baltimore, Maryland. Drivers were immediately directed to take alternate routes through the city, following the early morning incident. What’s less clear is what the

Last-Minute Cheap Airfare to See the Total Solar Eclipse 2024

With less than two weeks until the total solar eclipse, hopeful spectators who haven't booked their flights to destinations along the path of totality need to move fast. Over 4 million people are expected to witness the rare celestial event, which will take place on

This Swedish Overnight Train Takes You Straight to the Northern Lights

For travelers on the 17-hour train from Stockholm to Abisko, there’s a shared goal— seeing the northern lights. The small town, about 150 miles north of the Arctic Circle, is one of Sweden’s northernmost settlements and has some of the clearest skies in

Cruising to Kyoto: A Voyage Into the Heart of Japan

Kyoto Prefecture, home to Japan’s ancient imperial capital, is one of the country’s most popular tourist destinations. As the cultural heart of Japan, the prefecture offers a wealth of natural and historical treasures, from the shrines and gardens of the city to the

Windstar Announces Guest Chefs for 2025 Sailings

In 2025, Windstar Cruises celebrates the 10th year anniversary of its partnership with the James Beard Foundation. To celebrate the milestone, the cruise line will welcome five acclaimed chef to expand its series of annual culinary-themed sailings. The list includes

AlUla: The Middle East’s Once-Inaccessible Ancient Wonder

As a photographer, I've always been drawn to the unique way that light in the desert stretches, bounces off the sand and rock and illuminates the plains. There is a stillness in these landscapes that I've come to crave, but I'm also fascinated by the relationships

This Underrated, Scenic Small Town Is A Great Alternative To Austin, Texas

Wimberley, TX is a hidden gem, scenic alternative to Austin, TX with fewer crowds, wineries, and natural beauty. Embrace the vibrant arts scene, outdoor recreation, and Texan elegance of Wimberley for a unique experience. Enjoy rustic lodge-style accommodations

When Is the Best Time to Visit Lisbon?

Boasting a yearly average of 300 days of sunshine, Lisbon, Portugal is a top-tier destination year-round. It’s important to note that Portugal is a relatively conservative country and locals dress for the season, rather than the weather. So winter means beautiful

Japan Tackles Overtourism With Restrictions for Some Iconic Sites

Japan is set to limit visitors at some popular attractions so that sites don't suffer from overtourism. Here's what you need to know. Japan’s enduring popularity for overseas visitors is bringing consequences as the country seeks to balance the benefits of tourism

U.S. Issues Travel Security Alert For France

Another day, another travel security alert from a U.S. Embassy. This time, it's for the most popular country in the world. Yesterday, the U.S. Embassy of France issued an alert for the entire country of France. As the host of the Summer Olympics, it's not entirely

Hilton Garden Inn Celebrates Its 15th Hotel in Mexico with the Opening of Hilton Garden Inn Guadalajara Airport

Today, Hilton (NYSE: HLT) announces the opening of Hilton Garden Inn Guadalajara Airport, representing the award-winning Hilton Garden Inn brand's 15th hotel in Mexico, joining a portfolio of more than 90 hotels welcoming guests across the country

I’ve Been to 35 All-Inclusive Resorts. Here Are 10 Mistakes I Always See First-Timers Make.

Vacationing at an all-inclusive resort is very appealing for many travelers — and with good reason. Being able to budget before you arrive and not having to worry about toting around cash or credit cards, can alleviate a lot of travel headaches. As a travel writer

United Airlines Offers New Seating and Points-Sharing Options

Amidst the hullabaloo over its use of Boeing jets, United Airlines this week is rolling out two programs that reach out to its customers. If you are the kind of flyer who checks every day to see if a better seat is available for your upcoming flight, you’re going

Aurora Tourism in Iceland: You Can Seek, but You May Not Find

From the outside, it may seem like the northern lights dance across Iceland’s skies each night. On Icelandair ads, planes fly across shimmering curtains in the sky. On social media, travelers gaze at the green bands above them. The lights are even on some

‘The White Lotus’ Thailand Is Next. These Hotels Do It on a Budget.

HBO’s hottest hotel group, “The White Lotus,” is expanding to Thailand — on screen at least. The location for season 3 has been confirmed, and Bloomberg reported in January that loose-lipped industry insiders say filming is taking place at the Four Seasons

Are You Daring Enough To Try A 'Hush Trip'? What To Know About The Travel Trend.

After the onset of the pandemic, many office workers learned something: Being present in one physical workplace is not essential for every job. Even as offices reopened, countless employees continued to work from home ― or from somewhere else. Not only did this

Spring Break 2024 Is Rife With Spreading Germs—Here Are Ways to Prevent Illness During Travel

Spring break is in full swing and while it’s a fun time, being the first proper vacation many of us have this calendar year, it also comes with the risk of getting sick. With everyone traveling to and from various places across the country, and many clustering in

Navigating Air Travel Etiquette: The 18 Do’s and Don’ts for Passengers in 2024

Air travel remains one of the safest and most widely utilized modes of transportation. After flying over 200,000 miles last year (and developing a frequent flyer packing list), I’ve encountered a plethora of passenger behaviors both in airports and aboard airplanes

What Travelers Should Know about FAA Advisory on Total Solar Eclipse Before April 8

The total solar eclipse is nearing, so the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is offering guidance to commercial planes and private aircraft ahead of the phenomenon. The "Great North American Eclipse" will occur on April 8. During this cosmic event, the Moon will

This Remote, 112-acre Island Is One of Florida's Best-kept Secrets — and It's Only Accessible by Boat

Set off the coast of Fort Myers lies a 100-acre island that feels like it has been preserved in amber. It’s the type of "Swiss Family Robinson"-style retreat that represents a bygone Florida and has attracted famous writers and heiresses — not to mention presidents

These Trailblazing Black Women Are Paving the Way In Travel and Tourism

It’s no secret that Black representation in travel and tourism still has a long way to go. Despite Black travelers spending more than $109 billion on leisure travel in 2019, from advertisements to the C-suite, the travel industry’s look is still very homogenous

Caribbean Cruise Port Has Record-Breaking Passenger Day

Antigua experiences a record-breaking day, welcoming over 15,000 cruise passengers across six cruise ships. The historic event marked a significant milestone for the port and the twin-island nation of Antigua and Barbuda, showcasing the area’s growing

Three Cruise Passengers Jump Ship During a Port Stop in British Virgin Islands

Mystery surrounds the whereabouts of three cruise ship guests who failed to return to their ship after a shore visit in the British Virgin Islands earlier this month. The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force and the BVI Department of Immigration seek information from

Connecticut's Mayflower Inn Quite Literally Inspired Gilmore Girls, and I Visited So I Could Review It for You

Idon't know about you, but I'm exhausted. Like, pretty much always. So when I got an invite to check out Mayflower Inn & Spa, Auberge Resorts Collection—a gorgeous boutique resort in Washington, Connecticut, damn near designed to help chill you out—it

7 of the Best Things to Do in Washington, DC: Get to Know the US’ Capital

Washington, DC, is a city with endless appeal. This is where you'll find some of America's most famous buildings – places such as the White House and the Library of Congress, the world's largest library. At its heart is the National Mall, a linear park filled with

The Death of Richard the Lionheart

Richard I was king of England for ten years, starting in 1189. The king spent only five months of that time in his kingdom. In March 1199, Richard I was in France suppressing a revolt at the castle of

After Devastating Wildfires, One of Australia's Most Iconic Lodges Has Been Reborn

Australians call sunbathing being “flat out like a lizard.” That’s a good description of me as I lounge poolside at Southern Ocean Lodge’s new spa, contemplating a stark landscape of sand dunes covered in hillocks of fresh green coastal vegetation and spiked by

Why These 2 Sunny European Countries Are The Trendiest Destinations Of 2024

Europe has always been a popular region of the world for travel, but 2 countries in particular are breaking all-time tourism records right now. Travelers just can't seem to get enough of neighboring countries Spain and Portugal. These two European countries are

The 10 Best Boutique Stores in Madrid

As Spain’s capital city, you’d probably expect Madrid to have a great shopping scene. But you might not quite realize just how varied the array of boutiques and stores is here, from independent retailers hidden in unusual parts of the city to thriving multi-story

Oceania Cruises Shares Free Pre-Cruise Hotel Stay on Select Itineraries

Oceania Cruises will now provide complimentary pre-cruise hotel stays for guests on select sailings in late 2024 and 2025. Travelers can arrive a day early and explore the departure port before boarding one of Oceania Cruises’ ships! “This exclusive free pre-cruise

The Slave Trade Act

The United Kingdom abolished the slave trade with The Slave Trade Act, an act of Parliament passed on 25 March 1807. The Act abolished the slave trade in the British Empire, but not slavery. The institution of

Air France Increases U.S. Routes to Paris Ahead of Olympic Games

Air France is boosting its service to Paris from the United States — just in time for the upcoming summer Olympic Games. Announce this week, the airline bring back it's route Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN (MSP) to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) on a daily basis as

Can You Travel With a Criminal Record? Here's What Experts Say

Many travelers may have convictions on their records and rightfully wonder if that can prevent them from traveling. Because of the complexities of the law and the nature of security procedures, that’s not always a straightforward answer. Traveling internationally

Passengers at This US Airport Have the Longest Trek to Their Gate

While travel disruptions and long security lines are things most travelers keep in mind when planning their arrival at the airport, many may not consider the distance from check-in to their gates. With some airport terminals spanning over a mile in length, the walk can

New Night Train Connects Four Capitals From Brussels to Prague

European travellers can now fall asleep in Brussels and wake up in Prague with the launch of a new sleeper train service. The first ‘Good Night Train’ service from the European Sleeper start-up departs Belgium’s capital this evening (25 March) bound for the Czech

Why I Returned to Vietnam After 15 Years Away — and What's Changed Today

Right away, I notice the smells. Jackfruit in the sun. The woody spice of cloves. Star anise in a pot of steaming pho. It’s springtime in Hanoi, and the flame trees are in fragrant, coral bloom. Vendors pile bushels of lotus flowers onto their three-wheeled rickshaws and

These Are the 10 Most Polluted National Parks, From Sequoia to Yosemite, New Report Details

The National Parks Conservation Association has listed the most polluted U.S. national parks. Five California national parks made the top 10 including Sequoia, Yosemite and Joshua Tree, according to the group's "Polluted Parks" report. The climate report found that

Five Luxury Hotels Opening Around the World This March - And How Much It’ll Cost to Stay

Luxury hotel stays can elevate the entire vibe of a vacation. With plush bedding, high-end amenities, and designer touches, adding five-star accommodations can enhance any travel itinerary. From Italy to Australia, here are five new hotels opening around this

Greece Introduces New Rules for Holiday Beachgoers in 2024

Greece has implemented strict new regulations for its beaches, aiming to address overcrowding and ensure fairness. The new "beach bill" calls for 70 per cent of beaches to be free of sunbeds, rising to 85 per cent in protected areas, and sunbeds will be completely

Mexico’s Controversial New ‘Superhighway'

The Oaxaca Coast has long been a dream destination of mine ever since a friend came home from a year in a yoga centre with tales of full Moon circles and plant medicine ceremonies held right on the beach. Last December, after living in Oaxaca City, the capital of

Ditch the Polar Gear: 7 Warm-Weather Expedition Cruises That Will Wow Nature and Adventure Lovers

If you thought expedition cruising was all about polar destinations, think again. The newest ships and itineraries will have you swapping the thermal gear for swimsuits, basking in bright sunshine and slipping into the warm crystal waters in some of the more

24 of the Best Experiences in Japan

Japan sparks all the senses, from its temple bells, capsule hotels and breezy cat islands to outdoor sculptures, pine-forest hot springs and umami flavors in world-class dining. The downside of having so many incredible attractions in one country is feeling

Hotel Watchlist: Spring Openings Smart Travelers Should Know About

Spring is nearly here, and with the season comes a spate of important hotel openings: the Tokyo flagship of a new brand from Aman Resorts; a renovated historic hotel on New York City’s Upper East Side; and a castaway-style luxury escape in the Maldives that puts

‘Quiet Luxury’ Was Once All About Fashion — But Now It Describes How the Top 1% Travel Too

Stealth wealth is spilling into the travel industry, as the rich increasingly forgo glitzy see-and-be-seen destinations, such as Capri, for more discreet getaways. High-profile events are losing some luster too, as more opt for remote locations for mental health and family

The Jamestown Massacre

On this day in 1622, Indians of the Powhatan Confederacy executed a coordinated, surprise attack on the settlement of Jamestown, Virginia and the surrounding settlements, killing 347 English settlers

A Local’s Travel Guide to New York City: What to Eat, See and Do in Three Days

I first came to New York City by accident, after a miscommunication with my father led me to believe my (long-deceased) mother had been desperate to visit the city before she died. Years later I found out that my mum had actually wanted to go to Paris. But I

Hilary Bradt: The Female Explorer Who Transformed Travel

For the past 50 years, the co-founder of the world's largest independently owned guidebook publisher has been inspiring travellers to go off the beaten path. In 1973, Hilary Bradt and her then-husband George were two young backpackers chasing a rumour they had

FAA Warns of Impacts to Air Travel During Great North American Eclipse

The Federal Aviation Administration is warning travelers and pilots the total solar eclipse in April could snarl air traffic, especially at airports located in what is known as the path of totality. The FAA posted what it called “special air traffic procedures” on its website

Travel TikTokers Go the Extra Mile with Safety Measures, But Is It Worth It?

If you’re on TikTok searching for a simple guide to travel safely and to enhance your hotel room security, you might stumble across complex DIY lock systems, barricaded doors, and various mini security cameras. If you’ve watched the Home Alone series, you’ll

Hilton Loyalists Now Have Access to One of Our Favorite Boutique Hotel Brands

Soon, you’ll be able to use your Hilton Honors points to book rooms at a collection of unique, design-forward hotels across the United States and the United Kingdom. Hilton just announced plans to acquire Graduate Hotels, a portfolio of nearly three dozen

A Beginner's Guide to Backcountry Skiing

Within the last decade, advancements in gear technology, a rising cost of lift tickets, and a desire to escape crowds have resulted in a boom in backcountry skiing. But as with other outdoor activities, an increase in people hitting the backcountry has resulted in a

These Are The Most Popular Destinations In Mexico For Solo Travelers Right Now

One bag packed, one passport in hand and a whole world to explore, many solo travelers are sticking to 5 incredible destinations in Mexico. Our southern neighbor handles negative press with grace and doesn't always get the credit it deserves for providing top

The Top 5 Day Trips From Tokyo for Hikes, Hot Springs and Surf

Whether you are a first-time visitor to Tokyo or know the city well, there are plenty of surprises waiting on the capital’s doorstep. The temples and shrines of Nikkō and Kamakura offer a window into Japanese history, while Mt Takao, Hakone, and Izu Oshima Island

Dutch Court Rules KLM Misled Customers

An Amsterdam district court has ruled that Dutch flag carrier KLM violated Dutch consumer protection laws by advertising that “makes environmental claims based on vague and general statements about environmental benefits, thereby misleading consumers

12 Cheapest All-Inclusive Resorts In The US

When one considers everything that all-inclusive resorts have to offer, especially when they're not in far-flung tropical locations, they can be a fantastic deal and make vacationing easy. By combining lodging, meals, and some activities into a single upfront cost, all

Cool New United Feature Notifies You if Your Preferred Seat Becomes Available

United's mobile app has long been one of the best in the industry, and it's getting even more useful with this new feature. Beginning on Friday, March 22, travelers will be able to sign up for seat notifications if their preferred seat is not available at the time of

Margaritaville At Sea Reveals 2025 Itineraries

Margaritaville at Sea announced new itineraries and ports of call for 2025 on the Margaritaville at Sea Islander. The ship will set sail from Port Tampa Bay in June. Passengers can now choose from six- and seven-night voyages to Belize, Jamaica, and Grand Cayman

Locals Activists Take to Paddle Boards to Protest Cruise Ship

A new battleground down under has opened up between climate action protestors and the cruise industry. A new campaign started in New Zealand as the cruise ship Majestic Princess was leaving Port Chalmers in Otago Harbour. The ship was met by two

Mattel's Second Adventure Park Will Open in Kansas City — With a 'Larger-than-life' Barbie Beach House

Soon, Barbie will be saying “Hi, Kansas City” when a second Mattel Adventure Park opens in 2026. Mattel will be bringing its iconic portfolio of brands to life in an all-new way at the resort destination, breaking ground later this year in Bonner Springs, Kansas, the

The Archbishop is Executed

When Henry VIII required a divorce from Catherine of Aragon, he turned to his Archbishop in Canterbury. Thomas Cranmer thus became the chief architect of the English Reformation. Cranmer

Passport-Free Travel in Singapore Is Here — But Only for Certain Travelers

From Tuesday, people traveling via car between Singapore and Malaysia can show self-generated QR codes rather than handing over their passports at two checkpoints. Authorities estimate the new procedure will reduce immigration processing time by more than

Man Sneaked Photos of Boarding Passes to Get on Delta Plane, Complaint Says

A Texas man is accused of photographing other passengers’ boarding passes to sneak onto a Delta Air Lines flight from Salt Lake City on Sunday, leading to his arrest on a felony charge after flight attendants recognized suspicious circumstances before takeoff

What It’s Like to Take the World’s Longest Flight

I did a lot of flying last week, even as an airline reporter. My journeys even helped me complete an avgeek rite of passage: I took the longest flight in the world from New York to Singapore on March 11-13 and returned on March 16. I flew as a guest of Singapore

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On March 20, 1974, Princess Anne was returning to Buckingham Palace from a charity event. In the car was her husband, Mark Phillips, her driver, and a private detective. Suddenly, a Ford escort in front of

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Germany is planning to introduce temporary border controls during the Euro 2024 to ensure national security. Announcing the country’s plans, the German Federal Minister of Interior, Nancy Faeser, said that the authorities are discussing the possibility of

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These 7 Hotels and Lodges Help You Explore Utah

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When you think of California’s Death Valley, you may think of an unforgiving desert—one with the hottest recorded temperature on earth. Surely not much can grow in such a harsh environment, right? Well, not exactly. Death Valley’s average rainfall has been about 2.6 inches per year since such data has been recorded (compared with California’s average of 14.8 inches per year). But

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The head of United Airlines is seeking to directly reassure travellers that his company's flights are safe, after recent mishaps have spooked customers. In a letter to the airline's millions of passengers, chief executive Scott Kirby said "safety is our highest priority". Last week, a panel from a plane's body fell off mid-flight and earlier this month a plane engine caught fire. United is

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Travelers flying on April 8 may have a chance to see the total solar eclipse from the sky. Delta Air Lines is running two special flights to chase the path of totality, but many carriers, including Southwest and United, are advertising the regularly scheduled itineraries they have with the best chance of seeing the daytime darkness. According to Stephen Lawrence, a professor of physics and

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Whether it is for spring break travel, summer vacations, or to get away from the cold during winter, the Caribbean islands are always a good idea for Americans trying to sneak in a quick trip or a longer out-of-office relaxation period. Caribbean islands just have it all—they’re close enough to the US mainland, they’re gorgeous, and they’re culturally rich and diverse. But while they're surely a

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Residents of Malaga are protesting against the increase in tourism by placing posters and stickers on buildings. Dani Drunko, a local bar owner, who was forced to leave his home due to its conversion into tourist accommodation. Politicians such as Dani Pérez and Juan Luis Gomez have expressed concern about the proliferation of tourist rental boxes, criticizing the direct opposition to tourism

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Traveling to Greece can be a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and the optimal way to explore this remarkable country is undoubtedly by small ship. Embarking on a journey aboard a Windstar yacht offers an unparalleled experience, from the decadent cuisine to the extraordinary excursions. The 5-masted Wind Surf stands out among the fleet, which also includes Wind Spirit and Star Legend. On

Titanic II Could Start Construction in 2025 as Australian Billionaire Seeks Shipbuilder

Australian billionaire Clive Palmer has resurrected plans to build Titanic 2.0. It is Palmer’s third attempt to get this ambitious project started. His last Titanic effort in 2018 was upended due to the Covid pandemic. He first launched tentative plans for a modern-day Titanic in 2012. “It’s a lot more fun to do the Titanic than it is to sit at home and count my money,” Palmer told local reporters

HX Hurtigruten Expeditions News

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The Historic Jekyll Island Club Resort Unveils $25 Million Transformation

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Collette Offers $1,000 in Bonus Commission for Group Bookings

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention updated its guidance Wednesday for travelers in the wake of a global rise in measles outbreaks, as cases have mounted across 17 states. Americans planning to travel abroad should consult their doctors at least six weeks before traveling if they are unsure about whether they are up to date on their vaccines, the agency now says, in order to

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As almost everyone knows, summer and winter are the most expensive times of year to travel. But they are also the most active because many people only have the opportunity to travel with family during these dates. So, what are the best dates and techniques for getting flights at the lowest possible price? Here are some tips based on our experience analyzing flight costs at Mochileando.com

The 23 Best Places to Travel in 2024

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Even though many eclipse enthusiasts have had April 8, 2024 marked on their calendars for years, there are some people who are just now deciding they want to experience this natural phenomenon in person. If this is you, it’s not too late. Decide which city you want to visit. According to AAA booking data, Dallas, Austin, and San Antonio are the most popular cities along the path of totality

Is It Safe to Travel to Iceland After Volcanic Eruption? Your Rights if You Have a Holiday Booked

The earth is at its most restless in Iceland right now. Since November 2023 the Icelandic authorities have been monitoring seismic activity on the Reykjanes Peninsula, southwest of Reykjavik. The latest eruption began on the evening of 16 March, with lava reaching the eastern edge of the fishing town of Grindavik – which has mostly been evacuated. The Icelandic Met Office (IMO)

You Can Get Your Passport Faster at the ‘Special Passport Fairs’

The U.S. Department of State recently announced new opportunities to get a passport. For many people, getting a passport for the first time can feel intimidating and complicated. Between the special photo, the application and mailing the documents off for approval, the process can be confusing and prone to mistakes. But this series, known as Special Passport Acceptance Fairs, is being

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The Ile de France region and the Paris suburbs offer a refreshing alternative to the capital for those travelling to France for the Olympics this July. Imagine: you wake up in the morning in late July, the Sun's sneaking through the curtains, the birds are chirping and you hear the neigh of a horse. You look out of the window onto the courtyard below where a rider is returning to the stables

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Belgium or Brooklyn? 5 Bold New Places to Eat in Brussels.

Brussels, long the realm of stuffy French restaurants packed with gray-flannel-suited diplomats, has suddenly gone bold and bright. Thanks to a crop of young chefs with iconoclastic ideas about flavor and sustainability, the city, in thrall to the rich sauces of Gaul for nearly two centuries, has emerged as one of the most exciting, and affordable, places to dine out in Europe right now. These

7 Spa Resorts in Kentucky to Recharge Your Batteries

Experience total relaxation at these gorgeous spa hotels and resorts across the state of Kentucky. These incredible accommodation options are sure to leave travelers feeling rejuvenated and recharged whether they’re visiting the state for a weekend or longer. Bachelorette parties will love the experience of staying at these spa hotels, as will couples on Valentine's Day or solo travelers who

Refined Elegance Meets Lean Luxury: Hotel Bristol Berlin Reimagines Itself

The Hotel Bristol Berlin proudly presents modern elegance with its 301 rooms and suites. The first 50 freshly renovated rooms, inspired by the British Roaring 20s, embody a harmonious blend of contemporary comfort and timeless grace. These represent the initial phase of a comprehensive renovation project, with the remaining rooms and suites to follow in the coming months. Since its

How Can You Tell if a Travel Business Cares About the Environment?

Travel consumes precious natural resources, pollutes the environment and punches a hole in the ozone layer. You probably already know that most vacations are not green. But does the travel industry know? A 2023 study by Booking.com found that 74% of travelers believe people need to "act now" to make more sustainable choices to save the planet for future generations. That's up

Is It Safe to Travel to Haiti Now Amid Gang Takeover?

Several countries are advising their citizens against travelling to Haiti, including the US, UK, Ireland and Canada as gangs continue to take hold of the country. Earlier this month, gangs attempted to take Haiti’s Toussaint Louverture International Airport, located in Port-Au-Prince, the country’s capital and broke into a nearby port services terminal. Armed men have also stormed police stations in

Aspen Has 153 New Acres of Terrain. Cue the Champagne.

The influencers were not in Aspen to ski. In their Barbie-pink ski suits and matching Moon Boots, they rode the Silver Queen gondola to the top of the mountain, smiling and jumping for their cameras and social media feeds. Soon they would get back on the gondola and ride down, perhaps to pose for more content with a glass of Champagne at Ajax Tavern at the resort base. They did not care

Costs Rise for Spring Break Travel, but It Won’t Keep the Crowds Away

It’s that time of year again, when warmer temperatures have us thinking about spring and spring break, and if you’re lucky you might be planning a getaway. From Disney World to Florida beaches, spring breakers are hitting the roads, the skies, and the seas. “Mostly this year it’s been cruises,” Laura Tyree, a travel agent for Travel Lovers said. “A lot of fly and stay packages to the Caribbean

Black Female Entrepreneurs Shaping the Travel Industry

When we consider travel’s current state and future, it is apparent that Black female entrepreneurs are and will continue to play an important role. For example, the five entrepreneurs listed here are just a few of the numerous Black women influencing the travel business. They are more than just entrepreneurs; they are leaders, innovators, and storytellers. Their contributions are influencing

Solar Eclipse Chasers Travel the World for a Few Minutes in the Shadow of the Moon

For David Makepeace, falling in love with eclipses was just pure happenstance. It was 1991. He was 28, and in love with a young travel agent in his hometown of Toronto. "She and I were moonstruck to begin with," he said. "We would sit and watch the moon rise and set … So the moon was already a part of … the culture of our relationship." His girlfriend was recruited to visit La Paz

Train Fares Don’t Have to Be Expensive: Rail Europe’s CEO Reveals the Secrets to Cheap Tickets

Put off by the price of train travel? Rail Europe’s CEO shares his insights into how to find the best deal. Bjorn Bender, CEO of Rail Europe, is a man who knows trains. In the last year alone he travelled roughly 75,000 kilometres across Europe. For him, train travel is “not about going from A to B, it's actually a second home. It's my office, where I can really do my work.” Since COVID, there has

Why Action Sports Travel Is Booming

I didn’t expect to swallow my bodyweight in saltwater on a trip to luxe Necker Island, yet here I am, zipping along the paradisiacal coastline atop an underwater scooter, my laughter building with each wave wallop. The device, a mix between a miniature jet ski and a bobsled, thrusts riders above and below the water at up to around 12 miles per hour. Between gliding undersea like a mermaid and

Gay Hotel Company Brings Luxury to Puerto Vallarta

The Tryst Puerto Vallarta begins welcoming discerning gay guests this spring, just in time for the Mexican resort city’s Pride celebrations. The 55-room resort includes a penthouse suite featuring two terraces, three large suites with expansive living areas and terraces and several junior suites with unique features. A highly anticipated rooftop pool with a bar area and restaurant offering

Choice Hotels Ditches $8 Billion Hostile Takeover Bid for Wyndham

Take it from me, a former high school mock trial and literary magazine nerd who wasn't exactly the star of the football team: Unrequited love usually never works. Just ask Choice Hotels. On Monday, the hotel company behind brands like Comfort Inn and the Radisson Americas portfolio finally walked away from its $8 billion attempt at a hostile takeover of Wyndham Hotels & Resorts. The

Latam Air Flight Plunge Might Have Been Caused by a Mistake in the Cockpit, Wall Street Journal Reports

A terrifying plunge on a Latam Airlines Boeing 787 Dreamliner flight earlier this week might have been caused by a mistake made in the cockpit, and not any flaw in the Boeing jet, according to a report in the Wall Street Journal. The Journal report, which cites unnamed US industry officials briefed on preliminary evidence from an investigation of the incident, said that a flight attendant may

This Might Be the Best Way to Travel With Your Mom

If you had told me even five years ago that I’d enjoy an international trip with my mother, I would have likely called you insane. Combine that with the close quarters of even the cushiest of cruise cabins, and I’d have gone running for the hills. Instead, after a half-decade of maturation, at age 33, I invited my mom on a work trip to experience Viking’s ocean sailing route, Malta & Adriatic

Man Arrested After Woman Found Dead on Margaritaville Cruise Headed for the Bahamas

Bahamas police made an arrest after a 27-year-old Florida woman was found dead on a Margaritaville at Sea cruise ship bound for the popular destination. Members of the Royal Bahamas Police Force’s Criminal Investigation Department – Grand Bahama were notified around 5:30 p.m. on Monday that the woman had been found unresponsive in her cabin. “A team of medical personnel from

Albert Einstein is Born

Time magazine named him the "Person of the Century". He was a physicist, but his name is known by every common laborer, housewife and school child. His last name is synonymous with genius. He is Albert Einstein, and he was born on this day in 1879. He was a promising though not particularly outstanding student. He

RCCL Cancels Labadee Stop Amid Haiti Troubles

As of now, RCCL has cancelled all stops to Labadee due to the current unrest in Haiti. Michael Bayley, RCCL CEO, stated on Facebook “We have suspended calls into Labadee, Haiti for the next 7 days and will continue suspension on a rolling basis with 3 days advance notification to our guests sailing on itineraries impacted and changed as we monitor and evaluate the situation in Haiti

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Boarding the plane to head to another country alone is often an emotional experience – there’s the excitement, the anxiety, the anticipation. It can also be totally nerve-wracking. When Angie Orth made the bold choice to leave her job and embark on a solo year-long journey around the world in 2011, her friends and family cautioned her about safety concerns. “Everyone was horrified,”

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Taking a trip by yourself is a wonderful opportunity for self-discovery and relaxation. It’s also a good way to get to know a new place with the freedom and flexibility to go at your own pace and do exactly what you want, whenever you want. Many women in particular have heralded the transformative power of solo travel. And while “Eat Pray Love” might’ve put destinations like Rome and

Rarely Seen ‘Blue Dragons’ Are Disrupting Spring Breakers’ Beach Plans

The beautiful 'blue dragons' sweeping beaches look like magical Pokemon – but experts warn travellers to stay away. Travellers, be warned: Pokemon-like toxic blue dragons are washing up on Texas beaches. The ocean is full of mysterious creatures – many of which humans only ever catch rare glimpses of. Enter: blue "dragons", or blue sea slugs, a species whose proper name is Glaucus

Who Needs a Travel Visa? Requirements Are Easing

While international travel has gotten easier in some regards coming out of the pandemic, far too many travelers are still dealing with lengthy visa processing delays that have hurt the industry's recovery. The percentage of people required to have a traditional visa for international travel is decreasing, according to a recently published report by UN Tourism. The agency’s latest Tourism Visa Openness

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Arriving at the airport to discover you've forgotten or lost your ID is every traveler's worst nightmare. Here's how to handle it and (possibly) still make your flight. Packing for a trip can be stressful enough — especially with checked bag fees on the rise for several airlines. While forgetting something simple like a toothbrush is easily solvable at your destination, showing up at the airport without

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Winter canoeing. It sounds absurd, right? Two words smashed together—like sardine gelato—that don’t make a lick of sense. Yet here I am, seated in the bow of a twin canoe 5,000 miles from home, navigating a semi-frozen lake in the dead of winter. Snow covers the shoreline and cold-plunging swans sashay in the misty expanse, figure 8s fading in their wake. In fairness, it’s not that

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Delta Air Lines has a stacked schedule to make it easier for travelers to get to Italy, with several new routes to Venice ahead of the summer. By the end of this month, Delta will relaunch nonstop service between its New York-JFK gateway and Venice Marco Polo Airport on a Boeing 767-300, configured with Delta One, Delta Premium Select, Delta Comfort+, and Main Cabin seats, the airline

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For decades, New York City’s LaGuardia Airport had been the butt of many jokes. Back in 2014, then-Vice President Joe Biden infamously said that if someone were taken blindfolded to the Queens airport, they would think they were in “some third world country.” Then in 2020, Saturday Night Live spent more than eight minutes mocking the airport in a musical extravaganza, calling out

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I remember waiting in line at Walt Disney World for what seemed like forever, as a kid. That was a time long before mobile phones, when Magic Kingdom still had the Skyway and 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea, EPCOT still had Horizons and World of Motion, Disney’s Hollywood Studios was still called Disney-MGM Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom didn’t exist. Back then, the only way

The Galapagos Islands Will Raise Its Entrance Fee Dramatically for the First Time in 25 Years

One of the most beautiful destinations you can visit is the Galapagos Islands. Despite this, only around 150,000 people visit the islands each year. The Galapagos Islands are a remote chain of 19 volcanic islands located around 1,000 km off the coast of Ecuador. They attract travelers keen to explore its natural beauty or snorkel in the pristine waters. But if you're considering traveling to the

What Does $11 Get You in Vegas? A Surprisingly Decent Hotel Room.

During this year’s Super Bowl in Las Vegas, fans were stunned to see hotel rates skyrocket, with budget properties charging ultraluxury prices. The following month, I received my own surprise: A night at some of the same lodgings on the Strip cost less than a stadium beer and pretzel. Hotel rates always vary, but none as wildly as Las Vegas properties. Sin City hosts some of the country’s

Hilton Buys Graduate Hotels Brand in $210 Million Deal

Hilton will spend $210 million to acquire Graduate Hotels, a hotel brand that builds and runs 33 hotels near U.S. and U.K. universities, it said Thursday. The brand caters to college alumni, students, and communities with hip, nostalgic-themed design and campus-centric amenities. “We believe the addressable market for the Graduate brand is 400-500 hotels globally,” said Hilton CEO

This Newport Hotel Pays Homage to Its Gilded Past With New Whisky Room

In Newport, it’s all about the Gilded Age. Throughout this coastal Rhode Island town, many hotels recognize the glittered history through design and decor, while others are completely dedicated to the late 19th-century era of luxury and indulgence—The Vanderbilt portrays the latter. Originally built by Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt in 1909, the vintage Newport mansion was meticulously

Florida Woman Found Dead on Cruise Ship, Bahamas Police Say

A 27-year-old Florida woman traveling to the Bahamas on a cruise ship was found dead in her cabin, police said. The Royal Bahamas Police Force said it was investigating the unidentified woman's death and that an autopsy will be conducted to determine how she died. Police on the island of Grand Bahama were told Monday the woman was found unresponsive in her cabin on an unidentified

36 Hours in Sarasota, Fla.

Often overlooked in favor of Tampa to the north and Miami to the south, Sarasota, on Florida’s Gulf Coast, is a laid-back city that seems content to keep its white-sand beaches out of the spotlight. The city of 55,000 has long been home to the Ringling museum complex, set on a picturesque bay, where visitors can find artworks by Peter Paul Rubens, Titian and El Greco, and a circus museum

Passage of the Butler Act

On March 13, 1925, the legislature of the state of Tennessee passed the Butler Act, which declared in part: … that it shall be unlawful for any teacher in any of the Universities, Normals and all other public schools of the State which are supported in whole or in part by the public school funds of the State, to

What To Expect From JetBlue's New $4.2 Billion Terminal At JFK

Developers broke ground in late February on the $4.2 billion project that will house a new international terminal for New York City-based airline JetBlue. The new space, known as Terminal 6, will open in 2026. The new terminal is set to come to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in Queens, and developers have promised a “state-of-the-art” design. The airline’s new terminal will modernize its space at

A Japanese Festival of Fire and Spirits

As the sun peeked out from the cloudy sky in Kyoto, Japan, monks wearing vests trimmed with pompoms and the black box-like headdresses known as tokin were being quizzed in front of Mibu Dera, one of the oldest temples in the city. These were the Yamabushi

Princess Makeovers and $18K Dinners: How to Spend a Fortune at Disney

For some Disney fans, waiting in ride lines and dining with the masses at the theme parks just won’t do. Those seeking a lifestyles-of-the-rich-and-famous experience can be ushered through lines by a dedicated guide for as much as $900 an hour; watch fireworks from a private boat for $450; or spend three hours sampling food and wine in the kitchen of a fine-dining restaurant for $635 a person. Not pricey

5 Tips for Traveling in a Muslim-Majority Country During Ramadan

Ramadan, the Muslim holy month, is marked by fasting from sunrise to sunset, with days reserved for introspection and evenings for socializing with family and friends. Since Muslims follow the lunar calendar, Ramadan naturally falls 11 days earlier each year. In 2024, it is observed from March 10 to April 9. For non-Muslims traveling to Indonesia, Egypt, or another Muslim-majority country during Ramadan

Where Travelers Can Find the Best Wi-Fi When Flying – And What It Will Cost

Travelers flying on Alaska Airlines have access to the best Wi-Fi in the skies in the United States, according to a new study. When it comes to connecting at 30,000 feet, Alaska Airlines took the top spot amongst U.S. airlines, but the Seattle-based carrier in fact only scored a 2.41 out of 5, according to a study from website Electronics Hub. (In 2022, the airline introduced a flat rate for its Internet, which costs $8 for

The Best Time to Visit Costa Rica for Wildlife, Surfing, and Fewer Crowds

Costa Rica is easy to love with its awe-inspiring landscape and infectious atmosphere. With so much to offer, the best time to visit Costa Rica depends on what you're looking to do during your holiday. Whether you're off wildlife spotting or chasing swells, spending time in this picturesque Central American nation quickly teaches visitors what the “pura vida” lifestyle is all about. Below, see the best months to plan a

Millennials and Gen Z Are Driving a Surge of Sports Travel

Sports fans are some of the most dedicated people out there. The level of commitment has often rivaled and arguably superseded the religious fervor of the ultra-devout. A new report from American Express Travel shows that the athletic devotion includes traveling great distances to games and tournaments. According to the 2024 Global Travel Trends Report, 58% of people are interested in traveling for

10 of the Best UK Destinations for Spring Travel

Whether you’re longing to fill your lungs with sea air or are looking to spend some quiet days rambling through the countryside, these UK destinations are all perfectly suited to a long weekend away. From the ‘Queen of Welsh resorts’ to the region that’s home to the UK’s rarest butterfly species, these are 10 of the best destinations to escape to this Easter weekend

New Tax Increase Means Flying to the U.K. Is About to Get More Expensive

Air passengers traveling to or from most airports in the United Kingdom will pay higher taxes on their tickets for flights departing after April 1, 2024. The Air Passenger Duty is collected by airlines in the total ticket cost on flights to or from the U.K. and varies based on mileage and class of service. For flights over 5,000 miles (i.e. nonstop flights to London from U.S. cities south of Portland, Oregon, and west of Salt

Nearly 100 Holland America Cruise Passengers Become Ill in Norovirus Outbreak

Nearly 100 Holland America Line passengers got sick in a norovirus outbreak. Among 2,522 guests on the cruise line’s Koningsdam ship, 98 reported being ill, along with 12 crew members, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Their main symptoms were diarrhea and vomiting. Koningsdam is currently sailing a round-trip cruise visiting Hawaii and French Polynesia that departed from San

Uniworld Adds New Super Ship to European Fleet for 2026 Season

Uniworld Boutique River Cruises is expanding its fleet by adding a new super ship, known as S.S. Emilie, for the 2026 season, which is also the brand’s 50th anniversary year. S.S. Emilie will make its debut in Europe and will feature interiors inspired by Austrian painter Gustav Klimt (1862 – 1918) and named after his life partner and muse, Emilie Flöge (1874 –1952). “We’re thrilled to introduce a brand-new ship to

Utah Resort Now Lets Kids Ski for Free

Spring break fun may have just gotten cheaper. Eagle Point Resort announced Tuesday that it will no longer charge children ages 12-under to access its slopes for skiing or snowboarding. The new policy begins March 22 and will be upheld throughout at least the 2024-25 season. The move gives Utah three resorts where kids 12-under can ski or snowboard for free. The other two are Nordic Valley, near Eden

13 Most Expensive Hotels in New York City

New York City is famous for being one of the most iconic cities in the world, and its five-star-rated attractions (which are perfect for first-timers), such as the Lion King on Broadway and the Metropolitan Opera, entice travelers from far and wide. The Big Apple also comes with amazing, top-rated museums that tourists should visit during their stay. One of the most expensive cities in the world, New York City, is

Estes Park: How a Colorado Mountain Town Became a Hub for Horror Fans

A chilling new museum and horror film centre are transforming the Rocky Mountains into a horror destination. In his more than 30 years at the helm of the historic Stanley Hotel in Estes Park, Colorado, owner John Cullen has embraced the property's legacy as the horror-filled setting for Stephen King's 1977 hit novel, The Shining, and the inspiration for the Stanley Kubrick film of the same name. The allegedly

Want Global Entry Before Your Next Trip? Here’s How to Get It

Going on a trip soon and want to ensure a quicker, document-free entry back into the United States? Consider applying for Global Entry. The Trusted Traveler Program’s Global Entry (often referred to as solely Global Entry) is a program that offers expedited customs clearance for enrolled travelers. The program, operated by the United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP) program, allows pre-approved

At Least 50 People Are Injured by a ‘Strong Movement’ on a Plane Traveling From Australia to New Zealand

At least 50 people were injured Monday by what officials described as a “strong movement” on a Chilean plane traveling from Sydney to Auckland, New Zealand. LATAM Airlines said in a statement that there was “a technical event during the flight which caused a strong

Clearing Another Hurdle at the Arctic Winter Games

In the face of climate change, Indigenous communities are uniting in Alaska to compete in centuries-old sports and keep traditions alive during "the Olympics of the North". This March, Kyle Ḵaayák'w Worl will resume the push-up position and hop on his fists for an excruciating 60 yards (55m) to beat his personal best and the world record his father held for decades. But, he tells me, credit for the

The Best Secrets Resorts & Spas for a Relaxing, Adults-Only Getaway

From Mexico to St. Martin, Spain to Jamaica — and quite a few destinations in between, including Bulgaria — Secrets Resorts & Spas have remained a primary player in Hyatt's push toward both luxury and all-inclusive resorts. The luxury brand continues to be one of the best of its kind, impressing Hyatt loyalists and travelers in search of the kind of vacation where you don't have to think about your wallet even

7 Best Beaches In Florida For Seashell Hunters

Wondering where to find seashells in Florida? Sanibel Island is one of the best spots in Florida for shelling, with unique shell varieties. Manasota Key Beach offers the chance to search for seashells and black shark teeth in a serene setting. Clearwater is also home to some of the best Florida beaches for shelling; it has sandy beaches that appeal to seashell enthusiasts, as well as plenty of marine life and scenic

How Do You Use Tokyo's Public Transportation System?

Here’s how to get around Tokyo with ease. I remember visiting Tokyo in the 1990s and struggling to figure out the transit system marked by Japanese signs and snaking route maps. Fortunately, with the advent of Google Maps and smartphones, it’s become far easier for travelers to master public transportation in Japan’s capital city. Tokyo’s transit system is considered one of the most efficient in the world

The 13 Most Incredible Experiences in Norway

Norway is renowned for its natural beauty, with its legion of fjords, glaciers and mountains demanding the attention of visitors. But, if you can pull your gaze away from the awe-inspiring landscape for just a few brief moments, you’ll also discover cutting-edge cultural venues

Inside the Luxurious Sun Princess - What Sets it Apart?

Bill Panoff, the CEO of Porthole Cruise and Travel, and senior writer Steve Leland sat down to discuss Leland’s upcoming voyage aboard Princess Cruises’ Sun Princess, sailing out of Athens next week. As they delved into the details, Leland shared his insights on what guests can expect on the largest ship in the fleet. The two discussed the luxurious accommodations, gourmet dining options, and exciting

Rescheduled Cruise Ship Dry Dock Results in Cancellations

Shipyard delays have dashed the hopes of passengers looking forward to setting sail on P&O Cruises’ Iona. Initially slated for refurbishment in March 2025, Iona’s overhaul has been pushed back to October 2025. P&O Cruises announced delays in Iona’s refurbishment will cause a cancellation of two slated cruises in October 2025. In an email sent to passengers booked on Iona’s October 18, 2025, cruise to Spain and

You Haven’t Seen Blue Until You’ve Seen San Andres

On San Andres, a small Colombian island in an archipelago off the Caribbean coast of Nicaragua, counting the blues in the famous “Sea of Seven Colors” is on every visitor’s to-do list. It’s a midday activity done en route as you cruise among the cays, or keys, dotting San Andres’s eastern side: low-lying (mostly) uninhabited specks that aren’t much more than coral topped with palm trees and circled by

12 Safest Countries To Visit (According to the Latest Data In 2023)

Anybody spending this part of winter dreaming about traveling to new places inevitably wonders where it’s safe, and where it isn’t safe, to travel. To help make travel planning easier and get a definitive answer to that question, you can turn to a report called the Safest Countries In The World 2023 from World Population Review, an independent organization that works to make demographic information about the

Boeing Whistleblower Found Dead, Years After Speaking out About Safety Concerns, Reports Say

A former Boeing employee who spoke out about safety concerns with the company's aircraft production was found dead in his car over the weekend in Charleston, South Carolina, several outlets reported. John Barnett, 62, a quality manager who worked with Boeing for over 30 years before he retired in 2017 was found dead Saturday with what appeared to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound, according to multiple

Death Valley National Park Reopens 195 Miles of Roads Damaged by 2023 Hurricane — What to Know If You're Visiting

Nearly 200 miles of roads have reopened in Death Valley National Park after they were damaged by a hurricane last year. The National Park Service reopened 195 miles of roads over the past week following necessary repairs after 2023’s Hurricane Hilary swept through the park that straddles California and Nevada. Now, the Emigrant Canyon, West Side, Ibex, Saratoga, and Owlshead roads are all open to visitors

Coca Cola Sold In Bottles

If you believed its press, Coca Cola was a miracle drug, capable of curing all manner of ills including morphine addiction, headaches, and impotence. Invented in 1885 in Columbus, Georgia, the drink was first sold in soda fountains in Atlanta in 1886 as a patent medicine for five cents a glass. The syrup was mixed

Travelers Can Be the First to Embark on Collette’s New ‘Spotlight on Northern Italy’ Tour

Pawtucket, RI (March 7, 2024) - Collette reminds travelers that they can be among the first to embark on their all new “Spotlight on Northern Italy” tour. Seats are still available on the first-ever departure for this tour on Aug. 15, 2024.Collette reminds travelers that they can be among the first to embark on their all new

I’ve Been Legally Blind for Decades — Here’s What It’s Like to Travel the World on My Own

I started to lose my sight as a young man. Even as a boy, I had trouble seeing at night. Turns out, I have a genetic condition called retinitis pigmentosa. It’s the equivalent of tunnel vision that turns to darkness at night. Then you can't see in the day, except in the center, and eventually not at all. It’s a common form of blindness, not that blindness is common. It affects people as they age, and they end up

Points Pursuit: Why You Should Use Points and Miles for Last-Minute Bookings

Whether you’re in a last-minute grind to get home or about to leave for a dream trip of a lifetime, travel rewards remain one of the best ways to book travel on short notice. Some of the most desirable and valuable points and miles awards tend to magically appear just a few weeks or even days before departure. Today, we’ll look at a few real examples where points and miles come to the rescue on last-minute

A Local Food Writer’s Guide to Finding the Best Food in Disney World

Food writer and Disney World aficionado Shay Spence shares his picks for the best food in Disney World, from fresh seafood at Flying Fish to churros at Nomad Lounge. Mickey Mouse and nostalgic rides may be the bread and butter of Walt Disney World, but the "most magical place on Earth" is housing a secret right under your nose (and fork): its equally magical underground culinary scene. Fine dining in Orlando

As 2024 Travel Hits Pre-Covid Levels, Here’s When to Go to Europe

2024 is going to be the year when global tourism rebounds to pre-pandemic levels, making popular tourist destinations overcrowded. There are sweet spots, however—times when you can still visit firm favorites like Rome and Paris with fewer crowds, cheaper airfares and still find some pleasant weather (also avoiding the extreme heat that local summers now bring). Global tourism figures continued to grow

They Used to Be Places Just for Women. Now They’re UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Ghent is a city of canals, its bridges studded with bursts of flowers. The Gothic architecture rises against the sky like elaborate sandcastles. As I navigate the cobbled streets, morning commuters whiz by me on bicycles, and the bells of St. Bavo’s Cathedral toll. I have traveled far and woken early to visit this first beguinage, a historic site that once housed spiritual medieval laywomen called beguines. Our-Lady Ter

Kyoto Is Implementing More Rules for Tourists — What to Know

The Japanese city of Kyoto is banning tourists from some private alleys in its geisha district. The city will place signs in both English and Japanese around the area, called Gion, warning tourists to stay clear as well as fine anyone who doesn’t listen, The Associated Press reported. The fine will amount to 10,000 yen ($67.97). The public streets in Gion will remain open. “We are going to put up signs in April

TSA Facial Recognition Is Being Rolled Out at More US Airports

One of the most unpredictable aspects of flying these days just might be how long the security line will be when you get there. There's nothing worse than arriving at the airport to an endless string of passengers snaking through the terminal, as officers go through the essential but tedious task of ensuring that each flier’s boarding pass, government ID, and face all match up. But now, more airlines and

I Have Visited Every Island in Spain and This Is the One You Can’t Miss

I love Spain but especially Spain’s islands. They’re the perfect destination for laid-back relaxation, boast beautiful beaches, outstanding natural beauty, fascinating culture, and (for the most part) warm and welcoming people. But which island is best? I’ve been lucky enough to visit every island in Spain, and this is the one I keep going back to. Here’s why you can’t miss it: The Balearics Or The Canary Islands?

5 of the Best Hotels in Vintage Train Stations

The joy of train travel is often about the journey – unless you're at these revamped rail stations, where the destination is the prize. Train travel's golden age, which lasted from the mid-1800s through the early 1930s, inspired ritzy rail companies to build palatial railroad stations worldwide. Architects designed these massive travel monuments to dazzle. In addition to luring potential customers with eye-popping

12 Adults-Only St Lucia All-Inclusive Resorts You Should Book

St. Lucia is a beauty and mystique combined and boasts stunning destinations in the Caribbean. It's an unforgettable tropical paradise famous for its lush greenery, pristine shoreline, and picturesque beauty of the Piton Mountains, a great backdrop for outdoor activities, such as hiking and nature photography. For a true getaway, booking an all-inclusive resort means not worrying about the bill at the end of

These 3 Lesser-Known Cruise Lines Offer Amazing Voyages on Sail-Powered Ships

There is nothing quite as magical — or romantic — as a cruise on a sailing ship. To stand on the deck of a vessel topped with dozens of billowing sails, propelled through the waves by the power of the wind alone, is to go back in time to an earlier age of travel, when crossing the world's oceans was as adventurous as it was challenging. It's an experience that's all about the feeling of the wind in your hair, the lean

Norwegian Cruise Line Completes Update of Norwegian Joy Onboard Spaces

Norwegian Cruise Line has completed a renovation project updating several spaces onboard Norwegian Joy, after the ship underwent a three-week dry dock in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. The updates include the addition of a new Thermal Suite at the Mandara Spa and Salon, which is now the largest within the Breakaway-Plus class ships. The suite features a more centralised layout, and guests will arrive

Carriers Required to Verify ETIAS Authorisations 48 Hours Before Departure Once It Becomes Effective

Air and sea carriers will be required to verify that visa-exempt travellers hold a valid travel authorisation within 48 hours before departure once ETIAS, the European Travel Information and Authorisation System, is launched. ETIAS will be implemented in mid-2025, and its launch means that significant changes will be brought up not only for travellers but also for international carriers, SchengenVisaInfo

General MacArthur Leaves the Philippines

It was March 11, 1942. General Douglas MacArthur climbed aboard a gun ship in the Philippines under cover of darkness and ran a Japanese blockade. Speaking to the press in Adelaide, Australia, MacArthur told reporters, "I came through and I shall return." Logistical problems had left MacArthur without reinforcements. President Roosevelt, fearing MacArthur would be captured or killed, ordered him to leave. On April 9, some 10,000 American troops surrendered to the Japanese. MacArthur took command

Evil empire

On March 8, 1983, President Ronald Reagan in a speech to the National Association of Evangelicals in Orlando, Florida first used publicly the phrase "evil empire." In that speech, with reference to the Soviet Union, Reagan said: In your discussions of the nuclear freeze proposals, I urge you to beware the temptation of pride, the temptation of blithely declaring yourselves above it all and label both sides equally at fault, to ignore the facts of history and the aggressive impulses of an evil empire, to simply call the arms race a giant misunderstanding and thereby remove yourself from the struggle between right and wrong and good and evil

United Airlines flight loses tire after takeoff in 'rare' incident

A United Airlines flight heading from San Francisco to Japan lost a tire and diverted to Los Angeles

10 years after a Malaysia Airlines plane vanished, can it still be found?

The Malaysian government and a U.S. technology firm are considering a new search for the wreckage of MH370 in an effort to solve one of the greatest aviation mysteries of all time

'Thought we were going to die': United Airlines jet makes emergency landing after flames break out in engine

An investigation was underway Thursday into what sparked an engine to bust into flames on a United Airlines flight forced to make an emergency this week

Inside the Buzzy New Mexico Resort That’s Already a Fashion Crowd Favorite

At the Riviera Maya Edition at Kanai, just outside Cancún, you'll find both style and substance. Vogue pays a visit to the stylish new design hotel here

12 Best Family Resorts in Oahu

Make memories that last a lifetime! Dive into our curated list of the best family resorts in Oahu, offering endless activities and amenities for all ages

Windstar Announces President's Mystery Cruise

Windstar Cruises is inviting its Yacht Club members to sail off into the sunset with the company’s president—to a destination as yet unknown. It’s the company’s first-ever Mystery Cruise, promising “lots of new, thrilling, and exciting experiences” without announcing where exactly the 312-passenger, all-suite Star Legend is headed

Tips on Dealing with Clients with Disabilities from Celebrity and KHM Travel

Onboard Celebrity Reflection for its Crystal Awards cruise last week, host agency KHM Travel Group took the opportunity to offer tips for travel advisors whose clients are among the 25% of the US population that has some kind of disability, and to highlight two of the

This Nordic Nation Was Named One of the Safest and Most Peaceful Countries on Earth — How to Plan the Perfect Trip

Visit Iceland for an unforgettable adventure. Discover the best hotels, restaurants and things to do with this highly curated Iceland travel guide

The 15 Best Tours and Activities in New York City

With so much to see and do in New York, a tour might be one of the best ways to get a grip on the city while also learning from an experienced guide

Ramadan travel guide: Making the most of your spiritual journey

Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, is a time of spiritual reflection, prayer, and fasting from dawn until dusk. It is observed by millions of Muslims around the world as a period to fast, pray, and engage in acts of charity

Miami Beach is "breaking up with spring break." Here are the rules they're imposing and why.

Vacation hotspot Miami has "broken up" with spring break, imposing new rules for visitors in hopes of preventing chaos. Still, travelers across the U.S. are expected to come out in droves for the annual spring fling, with travel volume ahead of spring break up 6% compared to the same time period in 2023, according to the TSA

Celebrating International Women's Day: TPG's favorite women-founded travel brands

In honor of International Women's Day, we are triumphing the trailblazing vision of the women behind some of our favorite travel brands

Golda Meir Becomes Israel's Prime Minister

At a time in our history when women are closer to the United States presidency than ever before, it is worthwhile noting great female heads of state from the past. On March 7, 1969, Golda Meir became the Prime Minister of Israel. She was the country's first woman prime minister. David Ben-Gurion called her "the only man in the Cabinet". Meir was one of twenty-four individuals who signed the Israeli declaration of independence on May 14, 1948. The very next day

United adds 3 new international destinations, including Marrakesh, Medellin

United Airlines is once again unveiling a major network expansion with new international routes

Fumes in cabin cause Alaska Airlines flight to Phoenix to return to Portland, Oregon

Fumes detected in the cabin of an Alaska Airlines flight destined for Phoenix caused pilots to head back to Portland International Airport in Oregon

What It’s Like to Stay at Hotel La Palma, the New Star of Capri’s Glittering Resort Scene

Following a construction delay, the prestigious Oetker Collection's Hotel La Palma is now open as the newest star of Capri's glittering resort scene

5 things to know right now about Marriott, Hilton and all the world's largest hotel companies

From brand buildups at IHG Hotels & Resorts to soaring rates at Hilton and Marriott and the risk of bad-mouthing on social media, we dug into annual filings to pull out what's most important across Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt, IHG and Accor

Royal Caribbean cruise employee arrested after hidden camera found in guest bathroom on Symphony of the Seas

Arvin Joseph Mirasol, 34, told law enforcement he had been placing hidden cameras in bathrooms on the Symphony of the Seas cruise ship since December 2023, court files said

A revived luxury cruise line wants you to spend 4 ½ months at sea sailing to 27 countries for $84,000

In February, Crystal's first world cruise since its relaunch departed San Diego, California on a 125-night sailing

14 Best Senior-friendly Travel Groups

These senior-friendly travel companies offer tours and travel experiences as diverse as their clients

Top Tourism Activities in Leon, Guanajuato's Biggest City

Travelers in under-the-radar Leon can enjoy historic sites, the region's largest history museum, prime leather and shoe shopping and more

U.S. Warns Spring Breakers Headed to Mexico, Jamaica or the Bahamas

In recent weeks, American travelers to some of the busiest international destinations during spring vacation have been urged by the State Department to exercise extra caution

I’m a Travel Writer—These Are the Hacks That Save Me Time and Money on Every Trip

Take it from this travel writer and a frequent flier: These are the best travel tips that will save you time and money on every trip

The new costs of travel that tourists should know

Tourist taxes are now as much a part a trip as selfies and souvenir shops. And more are on the way

Man who went on 2,000-person nude cruise ship reveals the one place clothes are required

A former cruise member detailed one of the few places guests are seen in clothes rather than nude

Remember the Alamo

The territory of Texas was in the northern region of Mexico known as Coahuila y Tejas. Rebel forces in Texas wanted independence from Mexico. The Mexican government saw Texas as an important bulwark against the territorial expansion of the United States. Lieutenant Colonel William Barret Travis was in charge of the old mission fort known as the Alamo. Defenders began to arrive from all over the United States and its territories

Southwest Airlines’ New Seat Design for 2025 Sparks Outrage: ‘We Are Getting Lawn Chairs’

TikTok users compared the update to “Ozempic seats” and “slates of granite” on a post shared by the airline in February

Delta is the latest airline to raise its checked bag fee

Delta said on Tuesday that it will be raising its checked bag fee by $5, following the price increases of American Airlines and United in the past two weeks

Chase Travel's expanded and rebranded luxury hotel program is now live

The luxury hotel booking engine for Chase Sapphire Reserve cardmembers is getting a revamp and a new name

America's first glass-dome resort set to open near Bryce Canyon National Park

The hotel is inspired by the Panorama Glass Lodge in Iceland and Memories Aicha Luxury Camp in Jordan’s Wadi Rum

Alaskan Dream Cruise Appears To Be For Sale

Alaskan Dream Cruises may be for sale, at least according to the Acquisitions Anonymous podcast, which recently profiled a cruise line for sale through Generational Equity, a business brokerage. The cruise line profiled that was for sale was exclusively operating seasonally in Alaska with small ships of 12 to 76

MSC Cruises Turns Casinos Into Non-Smoking Areas

MSC Cruises is banning smoking from the casinos of at least two ships of its fleet, Cruise Industry News has learned. According to onboard reports from social media, the MSC Signature Casino onboard the MSC Euribia and the Red Gem Casino onboard the MSC Virtuosa were turned into smoke-free areas

Expedition Cruise Network launches inaugural trade roadshow series

The Expedition Cruise Network (ECN) will celebrate its first anniversary in April 2024 with its inaugural UK and Ireland roadshow

‘Most things are available for a price.’ Secrets of a celebrity travel agent

From private jets to bizarre requests, VIP travel agents spill the details on how celebrities navigate global travel

Tourists should 'behave more ethically'

Climate change and drying reservoirs are putting Mexico City in a water crisis. Here's how travel to the area is impacted

International Women's Day: Meet travel's sustainability trailblazers

As part of our IWD coverage, Euronews Travel spoke to a number of women working in travel who are determined to make a difference in the industry

Astro-Tourism is Travel's Latest Trend, Here's Why

Astro-tourism, the latest trend sweeping the travel industry, connects people to the cosmos in ways never imagined

Kyoto to ban tourists from Geisha district over ‘out of control’ behaviour

Small lanes of Geisha district will now be restricted to only artists, residents and clients

The Boston Massacre

Tensions were running high between the colonists and the British soldiers in Boston. King George, fearing war with France, had imposed a series of taxes on the Americans. The colonists, having no representation in London, resented the imposition of the taxes on their business activities and purchases. Boston, the intellectual and cultural center of the Americas, was also the center of the resistance against British tyranny and the George III sent troops to protect their interests

American Airlines places its biggest plane order in more than a decade

The deal includes 85 Airbus A321neo jets, 85 Boeing 737 MAX 10s and 90 Embraer E175 aircraft. The order also includes options and purchase rights for an additional 193 aircraft

United Airlines Says Spring Break International Demand Is High This Year

The airline expects to fly over 20 million passengers during spring break

Shift marinas to make way for new cruise terminal

The port's plan doesn't sit well with Cape Marina owner and General Manager Karen Seaman Burk, whose lease would not be renewed

Cruise rescues boat of people lost at sea for 8 days

A Royal Caribbean cruise passenger told Newsweek that her ship rescued 14 people who had been stuck at sea for eight days

A Singapore hotel will pay you if it rains during your vacation

InterContinental Singapore has announced a new room package, which will see guests being reimbursed if heavy rainfall disrupts their vacation plans

Marriott Hotels Invites Travelers to Feel at Home in Dominican Republic's Bustling Capital with the Opening of Santo Domingo Marriott Hotel Piantini

Modern design and enriching experiences underscore the brand's promise of 'Wonderful Hospitality. Always' in the coveted district of Ensanche Piantini

Sexual Wellness Is the Latest Trend in Travel

Exploring our intimate needs and desires is a long overdue endeavor—this is why adding sex to your next travel itinerary shouldn’t be taboo

This Stunning Latin American Country Just Broke Its All-Time Tourism Record

This gorgeous Latin American country welcomed over 5.8 million travelers last year, surpassing the previous tourism record by 24.3%

100+ Virtual Tours of Popular Attractions Around the World

We've put together a list of 100+ virtual tours from 35+ countries so you can explore the world without having to catch a flight

Collette Announces a Bonus of $100 for Each Booking Through March

On February 29, Collette announced that US travel advisors will earn an extra $100 for each booking made in March 2024. This applies to tours departing through March 31, 2025

What to know about traveling with medicine, prescriptions

A new survey shows 10% of travelers have had medicine confiscated and more than 50% said that increased their anxiety during a trip

A complete guide to Singapore's districts

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Founding of AAA

It was 1902 and automobiles were quickly becoming the vehicle of choice. Road conditions, however, were deplorable. The relatively small number of drivers had to fight for the right to even use some roads in favor of horse-drawn carriages. Small groups of drivers had formed clubs across the country to exchange driving and automobile tips. On March 4, 1902, a group of approximately 1000 automobile enthusiasts and members of these clubs joined forces in Cleveland, Ohio to form a not-for-profit lobbying organization. Over time, the AAA

3 passengers on Alaska Airlines Flight 1282 where door plug blew out sue the airline and Boeing for $1 billion

The lawsuit seeking $1 billion in damages was filed on behalf of three passengers on board the Alaska Airlines plane that made an emergency landing after a door plug blew out mid-flight

JetBlue pulls out of deal to buy Spirit

JetBlue Airways announced Monday it is pulling out of its deal to purchase Spirit Airlines

American Airlines Flight Attendants To Stage Protest On Wall Street

Flight attendants at Fort Worth, Texas-based American Airlines are headed to New York City to protest on Monday. It is the inflight worker’s latest effort to make their voices heard as they continue to fight for a new collective bargaining agreement

Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi review

Step inside one of Tokyo's most exclusive luxury hotels, complete with a 39th-floor swimming pool and spa, a creative cocktail bar and a Michelin-starred restaurant

Bidding for Ritz-Carlton Central Park Hotel Starts at $400M

Owners of 253-room luxury trophy aim for top per-room price in five years

I spent $4,600 for a seven-night cruise on Celebrity Ascent. Here's what everything cost, from $860 airfare to $600 in onboard expenses

Celebrity Ascent, Celebrity Cruises' newest Edge Class vessel, launched in November 2023, and even though I have a sailing booked for July, I couldn't wait that long to experience everything this brand-new ship has to offer

MSC Makes Adjustments to World Cruise

MSC Cruises is offering compensation for the guests onboard its 2024 World Cruise aboard the Poesia following several itinerary changes. Initially set to transit the Suez Canal and the Red Sea after visiting the Holy Land, the 121-day voyage had to be rerouted

Beloved cruise ships that will never sail again

The cruise industry navigated some very choppy waters during and immediately after the COVID-19 pandemic. While many have drifted back out to sea, some of our most-loved ships have been taken out of service

Germany to face travel chaos with rail, airport strikes to resume

The German train drivers' union said on Monday it would commence a fresh round of nationwide strikes as a dispute with national train operator Deutsche Bahn escalated, setting the stage for further travel disruption impacting millions of people

Europe travel visa requirement delayed to 2025. Here's what US travelers should know.

The European Travel Information and Authorization System is set to go online in 2025, which means an extra step for many travelers

Hanoi Opera House introduces new nighttime tours

The announcement made by Chu Anh Hung, the Vice Director in March, introduced ‘Music Garden’ at the Hanoi Opera House as a novel cultural tourism product. This innovative initiative is set to merge musical performances with the architectural splendor of the venue, offering an experience under the stars

Kent wine tour: Top wineries to visit

Kent: Among the country's prime territories for top-quality sparkling wines, this southeastern county also offers plenty of classic English charm

My Family Runs an Animal Rescue, and These Are the 6 Important Things You Need Before Traveling With Your Pet

Traveling with cats and small dogs can be stressful. That's why we sought insight from a travel writer and professional trainer for the best travel essentials to make the trip easier

Yellowstone National Park

The world's first national park came into existence on this date in 1872, when US President Ulysses S. Grant signed into law an act establishing Yellowstone National Park. The park is located largely in the state of Wyoming, but extends into Montana and Idaho as well. Widely known for its geothermal springs and geysers, Yellowstone sits atop a large volcanic stratum. Many unique and once endangered species of animal make their home in the park, including grizzly bears, wolves, and bison.

American Airlines makes new restrictions impacting travelers

People traveling by air have different preferences and tolerance levels for varying degrees of uncertainty during the booking and boarding process. For example, when flying with Southwest Airlines (LUV) , passengers have no assigned seats. Instead they are assigned a boarding order based on a few criteria

Ryanair Lowers Traffic Forecast Due to Boeing MAX Delays

Ryanair (FR), Europe's largest airline by passenger number, has revised its passenger forecast for the upcoming financial year. Instead of the previously projected 205 million passengers, the airline now expects to carry between 198 million and 200 million passengers. According to a Reuters report, this adjustment is due to the delays in Boeing's delivery

United Airlines Removes Boeing 737 MAX 10 From Expected Aircraft Deliveries

The airline is moving forward with its plans without the MAX 10s

Washington Ski Resort Has Seen 50 Inches Of Snow This Week

Thanks to a late February storm, Stevens Pass, Washington, has seen 50 inches of snow in the last week

9 Wellness Hotels and Resorts With Undeniably Luxurious Spa Facilities

These high-end retreats help guests find their inner peace through lavish amenities like hammams, cold plunges, and saunas

Royal Caribbean's 9-month world cruise gets rerouted to Africa to avoid Red Sea

Unable to sail to the Red Sea due to the geopolitical issues there, Royal Caribbean's first world cruise is headed to Africa

Travel Industry Mourns the Loss of Gogo

Many in the travel industry reacted with dismay this week to the loss of another supplier, as 73-year-old GOGO Vacations shuttered its doors

Judge Clears Bar Harbor, Maine to Dramatically Limit Cruise Ship Passengers

A U.S. federal judge on Thursday ruled clearing what appears to be the final hurdle in the implementation of a dramatic limit on the number of cruise

This 185-square-mile Island Is Mexico's Most Popular Cruise Port — but It's Still Home to Under-the-radar Restaurants and Local-loved Beaches

Here's a complete guide to Cozumel, Mexico, including the best hotels, things to do, where to eat, and when to visit the island

Richard Branson surprises Delta passengers with a free Virgin cruise

Celebrity billionaire Richard Branson surprised a Delta plane full of passengers with free cruises on Virgin's newest ship

The Best Time to Cruise Alaska for Wildlife, Northern Lights, and Fewer Crowds

For a growing number of travelers, spring is the best time to cruise to Alaska, when fewer crowds and greater savings all are on offer

Travel agents who booked New Zealand volcano island deadly tour fined millions

A total of 22 people died on White Island when the volcano erupted

Take a Walk on Florida's Wild Side in Everglades City

From the famous Everglades National Park to exploring Turner River, there are plenty of outdoor adventures and other things to do in Everglades City

Group Tours Are Making a Comeback — Here's How to Find Ones That Are Actually Fun

These days, small-group tours organized around shared interests are attracting an enthusiastic crowd

Retired officer promised huge payout, loses thousands in travel deal

Retired officer promised huge payout, loses thousands in travel deal

Gone With the Wind Wins Eight Oscars

On February 29, 1940, the film Gone with the Wind took home eight Oscars. One of the most famous southern romances depicting life in the south during the Civil War, the movie dominated the prestigious Best Picture, Director, Screenplay, Cinematography, Art Direction, Film Editing, and Actress categories. The most momentous award that night, however, was won by Hattie McDaniel for her portrayal of "Mammy.” McDaniel, who took home Best Supporting Actress, was the first African-American actor in history to win an Oscar

The Transportation Department proposes new rules for how airlines handle wheelchairs

Airlines often damage or lose wheelchairs. Now the Biden administration is proposing new standards for how airlines accommodate passengers with disabilities

Hundreds of flights canceled as Argentina's air travel workers go on 24-hour strike

Hundreds of flights have been canceled and dozens more rescheduled in Argentina as unionized air travel workers go on a 24-hour strike nationwide to demand better wages, in the latest sign of social unrest in the South American country

Cracked windshield forces American Airlines flight to make emergency landing in Boston

An American Airlines flight was forced to divert to Logan Airport due to a cracked windshield, Massachusetts State Police said

Yes, cruise jails are a thing. Here's what could land you in one.

TikToker Theresa Rowley said she almost landed herself in 'cruise jail' after an altercation with a fellow passenger. Turns out that's a thing

Norwegian Cutting European Season Short, Citing North American Consumer Demand

Strong close in demand for Caribbean sailings has led to itinerary adjustments for Norwegian Cruise Line later this year, said Harry Sommer, president and CEO, speaking on the compan's fourth quarter and year-end earnings call. "First, close-in demand for Caribbean sailing is particularly strong prompting the redeployment of Norwegian Epic

China Maps Out Construction for Second Large Domestic Cruise Ship

Chinese officials detailed the plans for the country's second domestically-built large cruise ship as they continue to look to refine their expertise

Best times to go on a cruise: Alaska, Caribbean, Mediterranean

Here are the best months to cruise Alaska, the Caribbean, the Mediterranean and other popular destinations

This Unexpected Retreat Might Be the R&R You Didn't Know You Needed

At Ocala, Florida's The Equestrian Hotel guests can experience and enjoy leisurely time amongst beautiful, trained, prize-winning horses

How Hotels Get Their Star Ratings and What They Mean

A primer on what different hotel rating systems are and what they mean

Seven Paris Hotels With Serious History

Seven hotels in spaces that have stood the test of time through decades and centuries of Parisian history. You can feel it in the corridors

United launches Touchless ID technology for Airlines

United Airlines and TSA unveil Touchless ID technology at O'Hare and LAX, enhancing travel efficiency for TSA PreCheck members with facial recognition

Delta's Digital ID Is Faster Than PreCheck

It may not last forever, but for now the new Delta Digital ID speeds passengers through security faster than PreCheck or CLEAR—and it’s free to boot. After successful beta testing in Detroit and Atlanta, the biometric program now has expanded to LAX, LGA and JFK, and since the program is so new

Plaza de Espana: Seville to charge fee for visiting landmark square

Tourists visiting the southern Spanish city of Seville may soon have to pay a fee to explore the wide, ornate Plaza de Espana square, the city hall said, as part of plans to control tourist overload in a public open space

Survey: Orlando ranks as most LGBTQ-friendly travel destination in U.S.

Orlando is at the top of the list for most LGBTQ-friendly travel destinations in the United States, according to research from travel website ParkSleepFly. The rankings are based on anti-discrimination scores (using data from the Human Rights Campaign), LGBTQ events, safety, hotel prices and the number of bars and clubs

7 Must-Visit Destinations in Australia and Vietnam for 2024

As you plan your travel itinerary for 2024, consider venturing beyond the well-trodden tourist paths and exploring the lesser-known wonders of Australia and Vietnam. These countries offer a wealth of hidden gems waiting to be discovered, promising unique experiences and unforgettable memories for those willing to seek them out

The Republican Party is Born

On this day in 1854, a group of former Democrats, Free Soilers, and other abolitionists (about 50 slavery opponents in all) met in Ripon, Wisconsin, to call for creation of a new political party. The American Civil War was still more than six years away, but slavery was on everyone's mind. The US Congress was poised to pass the Kansas-Nebraska Act which would extend slavery into new US territories. They adopted the name "Republican" after a party briefly formed by

Advice | 7 rules for red-eye flights: No bare feet or lavatory hogging

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Airline safety: Know the rules and why they exist

Ever wondered why all those airplane rules exist. They may not be for the reasons you think

I'm begging you not to Google for airline customer service numbers

Sure, probably that's the right number for Delta. But it could be a crook posing as an airline representative. Here's what to do instead of trusting Google

Volcanic ash forces some airlines to suspend flights from Mexico City

Mexico City International Airport on Tuesday said airlines have canceled 22 domestic and international flights to carry out safety checks after planes encountered ash from the Popocatepetl volcano while flying toward the capital

Viking Octantis Sets Sail on First Longitudinal World Cruise

The Viking Octantis is in Ushuaia today to kick off Viking’s first ever Longitudinal World Cruise. Sailing all the way to Milwaukee, the 65-day itinerary combines unique destinations, including Antarctica, South America, the Caribbean and the Great Lakes

Ponant becomes first cruise line to achieve Green Globe certification

Ponant have become the first cruise line to achieve certification for the Green Globe International Standard for Sustainable Travel and Tourism

This 132-day World Cruise Will Circle the Planet in 2026 — and Visit All 7 Continents

Holland America's 2026 Grand World Voyage will circumnavigate the planet, visiting 47 ports in 39 countries

Popular ski resort has no snow this year. See the scene

The Campo Felice ski resort in Italy's Apennine Mountains is facing a major crisis due to climate change. CNN's Barbie Nadeau has more

Chiva-Som International Health Resort, Thailand spa review

Chiva-Som International Health Resort, Thailand is where guided exercise and treatments combine

12 BEST Tours in Toronto, Canada

To help you see the top sights in and around Toronto, here are personalized recommendations on the 12 BEST tours to take in Toronto, Canada

Intrepid Travel makes a play for 18-35s travellers

Intrepid Travel's newly expanded young adult small-group tour range now includes travellers up to 35 years and 15 new trips in 2024

15 most affordable travel destinations for 2024

The top cities were identified based on a number of factors including affordability of public transport, average cost of tourist attractions and the price of accommodation in the city

These Are Our Favorite Places to Visit for Spring Break

From sunny beach destinations to snowy ski slopes, domestic getaways to international escapes, this is our editor-approved guide to family-friendly spring break destinations

Travel warnings: Foreign Office advises against travelling to six countries in North Africa amid risk of kidnappings and terror attacks

UK tourists have been warned against travelling to six countries in North Africa due to the risk of kidnappings and terror attacks. The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) advises against all travel to areas within 30 km of the borders with Libya, Mauritania, Mali and Niger

9 Of The Best Queer-Friendly Holiday Destinations

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The Republican Party is Born

On this day in 1854, a group of former Democrats, Free Soilers, and other abolitionists (about 50 slavery opponents in all) met in Ripon, Wisconsin, to call for creation of a new political party. The American Civil War was still more than six years away, but slavery was on everyone's mind. The US Congress was poised to pass the Kansas-Nebraska Act which would extend slavery into new US territories

The world's smallest flag carrier airlines

With fleet sizes of no more than three, these airlines are the world's tiniest flag carriers, representing their countries in international skies

Global Airline Baggage Revenue Topped $33 Billion In 2023

The amount is the first time charges exceeded the $30 billion threshold in four years

Germany, UK, Spain: Travel strikes planned for February and March

Our guide is updated as soon as a new European strike is announced

Delta adds another eclipse flight as companies look to capitalize on solar event

The eclipse is expected to be a major travel and tourism draw, with many companies already moving to take advantage

10 Incredible Hotel Balcony Views Around The World

Manifest your next picture-perfect vacation - discover beautiful hotels around the globe featuring bewitching balcony views

Six Flags Great Adventure to open luxury glamping resort

Six Flags Great Adventure in New Jersey is opening a new resort and spa within its 350-acre safari park on 14 June

Norwegian Dawn quarantined off Mauritius with stomach illness cases

Norwegian has not confirmed the number of cases on board, but the departing cruise is delayed while the ship is cleared by health authorities

Norwegian Cruise Line reports first profitable year since 2019

For the full year 2024, the company expects an adjusted profit of about $635 million, or $1.23 per share

New Sun Princess Arrives in Civitavecchia Ahead of Maiden Cruise

Delivered to Princess Cruises earlier this month, the new Sun Princess is getting ready to depart on its maiden cruise on Feb. 28, 2024. After leaving its building dock on Friday, the 175,500-ton vessel arrived in Civitavecchia this Monday

15 BEST Day Trips from Buenos Aires - Destinationless Travel

Get out of the city on a day trip from Buenos Aires! We've narrowed it down to the top 15 with options to take a tour or drive yourself

'Destination dupes' to travel to this summer, with alternatives for Seoul and the Maldives

More affordable and less crowded holidays ideas to replace the usual hot spots

21 Life-changing Trips Everyone Should Experience at Least Once

From African safaris to must-visit cities, these once-in-a-lifetime trips will make you want to plan your next great adventure

Bahamas sets record-breaking 9,654,838 visitor arrivals in 2023

The Bahamas has set a new precedent in the tourism sector, achieving an unprecedented milestone with a record-breaking 9,654,838 visitor arrivals in 2023. This remarkable figure represents a 38 percent increase over 2022 and a 33 percent surge from the previous

31 Best Things to Do in Los Angeles with Kids for a Fun-Filled Day

Here are the top things to do in L.A. with kids that the whole family will enjoy, including museums and rides

25 Best Things To Do In Tulum (Mexico's Beach Town!)

Once an idyllic sleepy village, Tulum is now a celebrity vacation playground. Here are the best things to do in Tulum, Mexico

The 23 weirdest places on earth

Louis Armstrong certainly got it right: we really do live in a wonderful world. From the mountains of China to the coasts of Ireland, each corner of this glorious planet is steeped in (almost) other-worldly wonders

I asked ChatGPT for unique travel tips and hacks. Some were decent — others were absolutely bizarre

The AI chatbot suggested a few practical travel tricks I'd never tried, and a few that I would never try in a million years

This airline is first to offer Vision Pro for inflight entertainment

How can you make an island getaway more intriguing? This luxury airline offers a Vision Pro for inflight entertainment, with movies, games, and more

Southwest Airlines won't follow American and JetBlue's big moves

There's a reason why United, Delta, and American Airlines all do one thing that Southwest avoids

An airline replaced 3 flights with an A380 superjumbo to cope with Taylor Swift travel rush

Qantas used an Airbus A380 to fly 485 passengers from Melbourne to Sydney after a storm warning triggered airport disruption and flight cancelations

Norwegian Dawn: Mauritius says cruise ship can dock after cholera scare

The passengers developed gastroenteritis after visiting South Africa - not cholera, authorities say

This epic new cruise itinerary will hit more destinations than you thought possible

Holland America is out with another epic cruise itinerary that will span the globe

Mitsui Ocean Cruises Opens Bookings for First World Cruise

Mitsui Ocean Cruises recently opened bookings for its first world cruise. Introduced by Japan-based MOL Group in late 2023, the company is set to launch service in December with the former Seabourn Odyssey

Hyatt House Tokyo Shibuya Debuts as Tokyo's First Hotel Within the Hyatt House Portfolio

Home-away-from-home living accommodations for working and relaxing in Tokyo offer the ideal combination of convenience, comfort and community

The Hawaii resort that's become a favorite Hollywood film location

For more than a century, Hawaii has been the chosen location for countless Hollywood movies and TV shows. It’s where dinosaurs roamed in “Jurassic Park,” wealthy guests checked in to “The White Lotus,” and Indiana Jones ran through the jungle in “Raiders of the Lost Ark.

4 ways Gen Z is redefining travel

Travel has always appealed to young people, but here's how Gen Z is redefining travel with the help of technology and social media

The 20 best holiday destinations in May

The best holiday destinations in May, from California to Cape Verde, these are the 20 best places to head to in May for culture, country retreats and coast

15 Quiet Vacation Destinations For Spring Break Without Crowds

While Mexico is a popular spot with parties, travelers can enjoy quiet spring break vacations without crowds instead, from Barbados to Lisbon

Why Scuba Diving Is A Fun And Easy Travel Option For Families With Teens

Scuba diving is an ideal activity to do with teens, because it’s an activity that is done together but each person has their own experience

The best luxury travel destinations you can visit in 2024, according to experts

Business Insider spoke to travel experts Julia Carter and Jan Luescher about the six best travel destinations in 2024

A Black history road trip through North and South Carolina

From Greenville and Durham in North Carolina to Brattonsville and Rock Hill in South Carolina, here are some of the best places to learn about Black history while taking a road trip through the South

Mexico City travel guide: art and design

Modern vibrancy, design legacy and ancient heritage puts Mexico's jewel alongside other art capitals of the world

The Grand Canyon Becomes a National Park

In 1908 President Theodore Roosevelt signed legislation giving the Grand Canyon status as a National Monument. On February 26th, 1919, by an act of the United States Congress, Grand Canyon National Monument became Grand Canyon National Park. Today, the Grand Canyon National Park receives over 4 million visitors and contains over 1.2 million acres, about the same size as the state of Delaware. It is now also recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site

Guantánamo

On this day in 1903, the government of Cuba granted the United States a lease in perpetuity to Guantánamo Bay. By the end of the Spanish-American War, the United States has obtained control of all of Cuba from Spain. An American citizen, Tomás Estrada Palma, became the first President of Cuba. Palma signed with President Theodore Roosevelt the Cuban American Treaty which recognized the sovereignty of Cuba and granted the lease of Guantánamo to the United States the purpose of "coaling and naval stations" for the sum of

American Cruise Lines Open Its Largest Season Ever for 2024

On the heels of news that a major competitor is up for sale with its parent company declaring bankruptcy, American Cruise Lines opened the 2024 season with five riverboats cruising the Mississippi, in its largest season ever. This year, it will sail 16 itineraries on the Mississippi and its tributar

February Update: Carnival Cruise Line Fleet Locations and Itineraries

With the new Carnival Jubilee now in service in Texas, the Carnival Cruise Line fleet is getting ready to welcome yet another cruise ship: the Carnival Firenze. Cruise Industry News tracked down the location and the itineraries of every Carnival ship as of February 23, 2024: Carnival Jubilee Year Built

Celebrity Cruises Changing Multiple Itineraries for One Ship

A number of Celebrity Apex cruises are now being changed but the reasons could vary. Which sailings are impacted

Major U.S. airline makes pricing change its passengers will love

As the winter months come to a close and aspiring vacationers begin to sense the approach of spring, many are looking for opportunities to travel. Whether for spring break or for one last chance to get away to a warmer climate before summer, JetBlue (JBLU) is now offering some inexpensive trips to warm climates

Canadian Airline Lynx Air To Shut Down After 2 Years

Financial pressure related to operational costs proved too much for the airline to overcome

United Airlines to resume flights to Israel

United Airlines on Thursday announced it will resume flights between the U.S. and Israel in March. “United plans to resume a daily flight from New York/Newark to Tel Aviv, the first step in restoring vital passenger and cargo service that was suspended in October,” United said in a press release

The 18 Best Hotels In Italy According To The 2024 DUCO Awards

From the Greatest Hotels in Italy to the Most Charming Hotels, DUCO honors the best in Italian hospitality

The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa, Bath review

A vast hotel where you can have Bath's history all to yourself

International Flights reached 800 mph due to record winds

Five international flights over the weekend were recorded going more than 800 mph due to record winds of around 265 mph

The Best Spring Break Travel Destinations That Won't Break Your Budget

Priceline shared the most affordable spring break destinations, based on average prices for roundtrip flights and nightly hotel prices. These destinations include Florida and South Carolina hot spots

National parks seeing more crowds, especially less well known ones

Word is getting out about America's least visited national parks, which saw growing numbers last year, according to newly released data

These are the world’s best travel experiences, according to Google data

Travel company Kuoni have found which travel experiences are the most searched for across the world - these are the top ten

The United States Purchases Florida

Spain was losing its grip on its New World territories. Years of war and tension with England and France had left the Spanish empire without the means to firmly control its colonies. General Andrew Jackson, while fighting the First Seminole Wars against Native Americans in Georgia, had on occasion attacked and captured Spanish forts in Florida without provocation. When Spain was unable to retaliate, President John Monroe and his Secretary of State John Quincy Adams saw an opportunity

Travelers say aloha to paradise with Collette’s ‘Grand Hawaiian Adventure’

Pawtucket, RI (February 21, 2024) – Collette is reminding travelers of its “Grand Hawaiian Adventure” tour, which takes them across four of the state’s islands. The Classic tour is a great way for travelers to enjoy paradise while exploring its natural beauties and also its rich history and culture. Over the course of 13 days, travelers will venture to Oahu, Big Island (Kona), Maui, and Kauai. Some of the tour’s highlights include, a visit to the USS Arizona Memorial to remember Pearl Harbor, a wonderful drive along Oahu’s

American Queen Is Up for Sale as Hornblower Files for Bankruptcy

Citing the fallout from Covid-19, cruise operator Hornblower has filed for bankruptcy, and its American Queen subsidiary has ceased operations. Private-equity firm Strategic Value Partners has agreed to acquire majority ownership of Hornblower and “provide a significant equity investment in the business,” but the deal will require approval from the US Bankruptcy Court in Houston, the Wall Street Journal reported

American passenger tries to open plane door, gets restrained, arrested

Passengers had to intervene on an American Airlines flight after a man tried to open the plane door in the air on a trip to Chicago

United Airlines to Resume Israel Flights in March

United Airlines (UA) has announced its plans to recommence daily scheduled services from Newark Liberty (EWR) to Tel Aviv (TLV) starting on March 2. This is the airline's first step in restoring its passenger and cargo services that were suspended in October last year

Full list of US airlines raising fees for checked baggage

American Airlines is among three companies that have increased their checked baggage fees this year

Carnival Cruise passenger smashes glass into man’s face over being asked to quiet down during show

A Carnival Cruise ship passenger pleaded guilty to smashing his cocktail glass into a man’s face and beating him – after the victim asked him to quiet down during a theater show. Michael Truman, 39, of Portsmouth, Virginia, was on the Carnival Magic liner off the coast of Nantucket, Massachusetts, on Oct. 20 when he sat on a barstool during the theater show of the production “Flick,"

10 Newest Cruise Ships That Will Set Sail In 2024

These new 2024 cruise ships have sailed their first voyage or are scheduled to do so this year, each having enough to thrill cruise enthusiasts

More travelers risk booking hotel rooms on sites that tack on steep fees

Many spring breakers could face surprise charges from third-party reservation platforms, despite years of efforts to crack down on what regulators and advocates say are deceptive practices

Minor Hotels Announces Upcoming Debut of the Avani Hotels & Resorts Brand in Greater China

Minor Hotels, an international hotel owner, operator and investor with more than 540 hotels in 56 countries worldwide, and its joint venture partner in China, Funyard Minor JV Co., (China), is announcing the upcoming debut of Avani Hotels & Resorts in China

Tokyo is the top trending travel destination of 2024, according to Tripadvisor

Japan's capital city shares the list with eight other Asian destinations including Seoul and Kuala Lumpur

This City in Mexico Is a Favorite Among Locals — With Boutique Hotels, Bustling Markets, and a Legendary Nightlife Scene

Old-world glamour meets an earthy ethos in Mérida, one of my favorite cities in Mexico. I first dipped my toe into Mérida during a solo backpacking trip in 2017. Back then, the city was not yet a "rising destination," and still a far cry from the beach hot spots that dominate the tourist scene

Tell Me About A Past Travel Experience That You Had High Expectations For (But Ended Up Not Loving)

Tell us about the travel destination you visited that didn't live up to the hype

Back-up plans and good governance make tourism more resilient

As we celebrate UN Global Tourism Resilience Day, let us commit to building an industry that thrives in the face of adversity, safeguarding the livelihoods of millions, and ensuring the sustainability of this vital sector for generations to come, Dr Maryam Ali Ficociello writes

Malcolm X Is Assassinated

"I live like a man who is already dead", he said two weeks before his death. "I'm a marked man." On February 21, 1965, assassins from the Black Muslims shot and killed Malcolm X as he was about to address a gathering in New York City. He was 39 years old. Eighteen months earlier, Malcolm X had been the minister of the Black Muslim's Harlem mosque. Although he had entered fellowship with the Black Muslims after his radicalization brought about by the state of race relations in the United States, his viewpoint had shifted with the growth and deepening of his religious faith. He made the pilgrimage, the Hajj, to Mecca and returned changed. There he saw Muslims of all skin colors and

American Airlines Announces Changes You Won't Like on Fees and NDCs

In the latest step toward pushing customers to book direct, American Airlines today announced that it will only grant AAdvantage® miles and loyalty points to customers who book through an AA or partner site, a corporate account, or a “preferred agency” that books at least 30% of its trips through the American Airlines NDC

American Airlines checked bag fee is now more expensive, company announces

The carrier announced Tuesday that the price of the first checked-bag on most flights is increasing to $40 for customers that didn't prepay online

Top 6: These Airlines Had The Most Domestic Capacity In Europe Last Year

All but one airline has remained consistent in its growth since 2019

Is Mexico’s Most Expensive All-Inclusive Resort Worth the Price?

At the AAA Five Diamond Grand Velas Riviera Maya, Room rates start at $642 per person per night and include all the five-star food, top-shelf drinks, and wild times you can cram in during your stay. But given that a budget stay in Cancun can be had for much less is the Grand Velas worth

This Ski Resort Is the Most Popular Mountain Destination in the U.S. — and It Gets 300 Inches of Snow a Year

Looking to plan one more ski trip in 2024? Here's why Breckenridge in Colorado belongs at the top of the list

What to Expect on a Galapagos Cruise with HX Hurtigruten Expeditions

Wondering what a Galapagos Cruise is really like. We take you through the day to day of an Expedition Cruise to the Galapagos Islands in Ecuador

Carnival Cruise Line Changing Procedure for Back-to-Back Sailings

Guests on consecutive, back-to-back cruises will now enjoy different benefits to streamline the changeover between sailings

American Queen Voyages shuts down, cancels all future cruises

American Queen Voyages is shutting down, and has canceled all future cruises

Google Maps Update: All about new features that hide travel activity

Arguing that data are personal and users should protect them, Google Maps has announced that data of users who have their location history enabled will soon be saved directly on their devices instead of on the company's servers

Korea Tourism Organization Launches Nine-Day Vegan Food Tour

The Korea Tourism Organization has organized the country's first ever vegan food tour, after seeing a significant increase in the number of people adopting a

The 10 Best Outdoor Activities in Los Cabos

The best outdoor activities, adventures, and things to do in Los Cabos, include ravishing beaches, rugged terrain, and riveting underwater adventures

7 Ways to Travel More Responsibly

Planet Earth boasts hundreds of thousands of stunning and fascinating, restful or adventurous, tourist destinations. Some are man-made, like the lofty Eiffel Tower, the illuminated streets of Broadway, and the historical engineering marvel of the Colosseum. Additionally, there are tourist attractions that showcase

Everything you need to know about traveling with pets to Europe

From EU pet passports to tips and tricks on how best to explore European cities with your dog, here's everything you need to know about pet-friendly travel to Europe

Top-20 Countries for Air Travel Demand: China to Overtake the U.S. by 2042

The U.S. currently leads air travel demand, but China is expected to surpass it in the coming decades, according to Airports Council International

Hawaii Climate Fee: Addressing Overtourism With A Tax Proposal

If approved, Hawaii's proposed climate fee will tax tourists to address overtourism and environmental concerns

A Volcano is Born

On February 20, 1943, Dionisio Pulido, a farmer in the Mexican state of Michoacán, was working in his cornfield along with his wife and son. From the center of the field, a hissing noise began. Suddenly a plume of smoke and ash began spewing from the ground from a fissure that opened. Pulido and his family were witnessing the birth of Volcán de Parícutin, a volcano. The farmer and his family fled the area, but the town of Parícutin was soon

5 Things To Know About Alaska Airlines' Pet Policy

Pets can travel in the cabin or a climate-controlled cargo compartment

American Airlines raises bag fees, won't allow some travel agency bookings to earn miles

American Airlines will start charging travelers $40 for a checked bag at the airport and $35 if purchased online

Delta Airlines offers passengers bird's eye view of total solar eclipse

A Delta flight this Spring will give you an up close and personal view of the total solar eclipse

How I worked my way to the top in the 200-year-old, male-dominated cruise industry–and brought other women on board

The first of many moves disrupting the cruise industry was appointing Captain Kate McCue. The first American woman at the helm of a mega cruise ship

Swan Hellenic Unveils its 2024 Celts and Vikings Cruises

Swan Hellenic unveiled its 2024 Celts and Vikings Cruises, exploring cultural and wildlife wonders of the British Isles and Iceland, according to a press release. All three voyages in the series sail aboard the SH Vega

Royal Caribbean Lets World Cruise Passengers Vote on New Route After Red Sea Leg Dropped

With tensions in the Red Sea region showing no sign of abating, Royal Caribbean has inevitably had to make major adjustments to its Ultimate World Cruise

10 Popular Cruise Ships With Golf Course

Let us embark on an insightful journey to explore the top cruise ships with golf courses that are apt for masters of the sport and novices alike

5 Parisian Hotels that Double as Culinary Experiences

The establishments below have it all. They are MICHELIN hotels with MICHELIN restaurants. To be awarded both is extremely rare and a testament to the quality of all aspects of the hotel. Come for the food, stay for the night. Or the other way round. Both are worth the trip

Top 7 Snowiest Ski Resorts in Europe

There have been a few dustings here and there across the Alps, but no significant snowfalls, so the top 7 remains fairly unchanged from last week as snow has only seen compression from week 7. We have the same players but some reshuffling of positions

Bed Bugs Found at 4 Las Vegas Strip Resorts Since September

Inspectors found live bed bugs at five Las Vegas Strip casino resorts -- Encore, Venetian, Mirage, and Excalibur -- over the past five months

Most Beautiful Places To Visit In Iceland - Natural Scenic Destinations 2024

From the Northern Lights to volcanic landscapes, explore Iceland's breathtaking beauty with our guide to the most beautiful places to visit

Can I smile in my passport picture? Here's what to know

You can smile in your passport photo, but not necessarily the way you would in other pictures

With Bahamian travel advisory, experts weigh in on spring break safety

With last week’s wintry blast, many people are certainly thinking about spring break. It’s right around the corner for many families. But for those who are flying out of the country, there are some safety concerns to keep in mind

America Lands on Iwo Jima

Iwo Jima is five miles long and three miles across at its widest point. But in 1945, it housed three Japanese war ships and over 21,000 soldiers. On this date, three battalions of American soldiers took the island in a fierce fight, a decisive battle in World War II. By the 10th day of fighting, the Americans had still only taken half the island. Some 6,000 American lives were lost along with another 14,000 wounded. Fewer than 1,000 Japanese survived, launching

Lufthansa Will Ground Most Flights On Tuesday as Another Airline Workers Strike Hits Germany

German flag carrier Lufthansa says it will be forced to cancel up to 90% of scheduled flights on Tuesday due to yet another ‘warning strike’ by ground workers represented by the United Services Union or Verdi

Apple's Vision Pro headset debuts as inflight entertainment on luxury airline

Maldivian luxury all-business-class carrier Beond will outfit its jets with Apple's new Vision Pro headset for inflight entertainment

Home Run: American Airlines Is Now The Official Airline Of The Texas Rangers

The new partnership is a multi-year deal that will include an American Airlines-branded lounge

A very first glance at the new five-star Hotel Gabrielli in Venice

Opening at the beginning of 2025, the hotel will offer relaxed luxury overlooking the Venetian lagoon and set new quality standards for authentic five-star hospitality

Best hotels in the Dolomites

Northeastern Italy's charming mountain region is home to some extraordinary properties - these are the best hotels in the Dolomites for every type of stay

Why Hotels Are Starting Artists-in-residence Programs

As more hotels make an effort to engage with their communities, some are offering space and funding to foster local artists

This Expedition Cruise Line's Latest Sale Has BOGO Trips to the Galapagos

HX, formerly known as Hurtigruten, has BOGO trips to the Galapagos along with big savings on other adventure itineraries

Spain drought leads to no water for cruise ships, impacts tourism

Drought conditions in Spain are leading to several measures impacting the country's tourism industry, including cruise ships calling to Barcelona

Barcelona shares 2023 results and update on Adossat Pier

Barcelona racked up more than 3m cruise passengers in 2023 and hundreds of cruise calls

Japan tourism agency to promote gastronomy tourism

As foreign tourists numbers spike post-pandemic, culinary travel has grown increasingly popular, especially among wealthy travelers

What the BBB says you can do to avoid fake travel websites

Spring break is just weeks away and if you're making plans, you may be looking for a last-minute deal. Here's how to spot fake travel websites in this week's Better Business Bureau Buyer Beware

What to do if you lose your passport while traveling internationally

How to replace a lost U.S. passport abroad

China Lunar New Year travel spending surpasses pre-Covid levels — is consumption revival in sight?

China's travel activity and spending jumped above pre-pandemic levels during the Lunar New year holiday, signaling that consumption was improving in the world's second-largest economy

Don't Book Your Flight Until You Have These Travel Pants On Hand

The best travel pants for women in 2024, tested by experts and Women's Health experts are lightweight, stylish, good for long flights, quick-drying, and more

Where to travel to see the path of totality during total solar eclipse

Delaware isn't in the path of totality for the total solar eclipse in April, but other U.S. cities are. Here's where to travel to see it

These Are 4 Cheap Mediterranean Destinations For An Affordable Spring Getaway

With days getting warmer as we roll into March, it's time to plan your Spring getaway, and these 4 budget destinations are perfect

10 Safest Places To Travel To In 2024

Planning for a vacation? Check the safest places to travel to in 2024 for a carefree and enjoyable trip

Tutankhamun's Tomb Is Opened

Archaeologist and Egyptologist Howard Carter was a man obsessed. His studies revealed the existence of a little known or remembered Pharaoh, Tutankhamun, reigning in 1333–1324 BCE. But the evidence was scant, and the location of the Pharaoh's tomb, unknown. The only financing for excavations came from wealthy patrons. In 1907, Carter had the great fortune to be introduced to George Edward Stanhope Molyneux Herbert, 5th Earl of Carnarvon, an amateur Egyptologist. Carter was soon heading up all of Lord Carnarvon's digs in Egypt. He convinced Lord Carnarvon to allow him to look for

This Airline Launched a Flight With a Mystery Destination — and a Thousand People Signed Up for It

Imagine taking off for a vacation, and having no idea exactly where you are going. Scandinavian Airlines, a Sweden-based carrier, commonly known as SAS Airlines, offered just that, by recently introducing a special mystery flight called “Destination Unknown.”

Air Canada's chatbot gave a passenger false information about claiming a discount, and the airline must now pay him compensation

Air Canada's chatbot told Jake Moffatt he could receive a bereavement discount after traveling, but another part of the website says the opposite

When to travel if you don't want kids on your flight

Data from Hopper, the online travel booking platform, shows that Sundays and the fall are the least popular days for kids to take to the skies

Royal Caribbean to Build Next Mega Cruise Ship in France

As further evidence that the cruise industry is growing increasingly comfortable with its post-pandemic prospects, Royal Caribbean Group entered into

New Bill Targeting Cruise Ships In New York Pushes Ahead

A new bill, which has been pushing to limit cruise ship pollution in New York ports, is once again making waves in the New York City Council

Hilarious (and useful!) first-time cruise advice from seasoned travelers

The cruise industry’s popularity has exploded since the COVID-19 pandemic, and Galveston is on track to break yet another record. Port of Galveston officials expect 1.6 million cruise passengers to pass through the island’s three terminals this year, up from 1.49 million in 2023, spokeswoman Kathy Thomas told Chron this week

The most unusual new cruise ship of the decade: Why Sea Cloud Spirit is a vessel you'll want to try

Few cruise vessels in the world are as majestic or awe-inspiring as Sea Cloud Cruises' new Sea Cloud Spirit

"Stepping into another world": a magical stay at the new-look Disneyland Hotel Paris

After a magnificent three-year renovation, Disneyland Hotel Paris is opening its doors, and it's swankier than ever

I Took An All-Inclusive Trip to Japan, and It Was the Easiest Ski Vacation I’ll Ever Take

If no trip-planning and seamless travel sounds appealing, an all-inclusive ski vacation—yes, there's such thing—might be ideal for you

Add these 20 unusual U.S. destinations to your travel bucket list

Flip through the slideshow for 20 of the country's most underrated U.S. sites, all of which should go on your travel bucket list. From North America's highest paved road to the Smoky Mountains' dramatic vistas, every destination on this list is worth a visit

Is Barbados Safe? What to Know Before Traveling to Rihanna’s Homeland

Barbados is an eastern Caribbean country with plenty for travelers to do. It is located near Saint Vincent and Grenadines. The island is quite

These 5 European Destinations Are Surging In Popularity Right Now

These five surprising European countries are seeing a surge in tourist arrivals according to a new report

How to Turn a Boring Layover Into a Trip Within a Trip

Think you're stuck hanging out at the airport during your next long layover? Think again

20 Best Places To Visit In Thailand

Travel experts share the best places to visit in Thailand, from bustling cities to remote islands to small towns

Remember the Maine!

William Randolph Hearst, the notorious newspaper baron, needed a war. His paper, the New York Journal, was in a pitched circulation battle with other newspapers. When the USS Maine exploded at anchor in the harbor in Havana, Cuba, Hearst saw his opportunity. Tensions were high between the United States and Spain. President William McKinley had ordered the ship there to protect American and national interests in the Spanish colony. The explosion late at night sent the ship to the bottom with 260 of the 350 men aboard. Hearst sent a reporter to Cuba to cover the "war". When the reporter wired Hearst with the news that no war existed, Hearst famously cabled back "Please remain. You furnish the pictures, I will furnish the war

Weekend Strike in France to Affect Thousands of Holiday Travelers

Travelers in February are accustomed to keeping an eye on the weather before they depart for the airport. But this year, it’s wise to keep up to date with where the strikes are being held. This weekend the action will be in France, where two large unions representing railroad workers will walk off the job in the middle of the country’s winter school holidays

An airline passenger in Germany joked he was carrying 3 grenades because airport security lines were taking too long, police say

The German Federal Police are investigating a man who joked that he was carrying grenades at an airport because the security check was taking too long

Flying continues as Alaska Airlines flight attendants authorize strike

What the Alaska Airlines flight attendant strike authorization vote means for you (and why you shouldn't panic about it)

United CEO explains airline's plan to reach net-zero emissions by 2050 : Here & Now Anytime

United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby talks about the airline's plan to be net-zero by 2050. And, Grist's Jake Bittle explores the environmental impact of liquefied natural gas

Bedbugs: A Hotel Dilemma

Chicago ranks No. 1 in bedbugs, followed by New York and Philadelphia, a pest control company says

Only Carnival's cruise guests will be able to vacation at this $500 million private resort — take a sneak peek

Carnival says its upcoming private island-like destination is set to have amenities including waterslides, an adult-only club, and beachfront cabanas

10 Family-Friendly All-Inclusive Resorts In Riviera Maya

All-inclusive family resorts in Riviera Maya are where parents can have an immersive vacation with their kids without worrying about additional costs

Royal Caribbean Group Signs with Chantiers For Next Oasis Class Ship

Royal Caribbean Group announced today that it has entered into an agreement with French shipbuilder Chantiers de l’Atlantique to order a seventh Oasis Class ship for delivery to its Royal Caribbean International fleet in 2028

Video Angry travelers claim Norwegian Cruise Line rerouted Antarctica voyage mid-trip

Cruise line passengers claim the trip’s description was changed to “round-trip of South America” and their itinerary had been altered in the middle of their voyage

Italy's Largest, First LNG Cruise Ship Delivered by Fincantieri to Princess

The cruise line famed for operating “The Love Boat” from the 1970s TV show took delivery on its newest, but delayed, cruise ship today in Italy on appropriately Valentine’s Day. At 177,882 gross tons, the Sun Princess is the largest ship built in Italy to date

Most Beautiful Places To Visit In Iceland - Natural Scenic Destinations 2024

From the Northern Lights to volcanic landscapes, explore Iceland's breathtaking beauty with our guide to the most beautiful places to visit

Sustainable Travel in the US: How to Explore Responsibly and Leave a Positive Impact

In an era where climate change and environmental preservation are at the forefront of global conversations, sustainable travel has become more than a buzzword—it’s a necessity. The United States, with its diverse landscapes ranging from bustling cities to serene national parks, offers ample opportunity for travelers to embrace eco-friendly practices

Bali collects over USD 100,000 from new tourism tax

Bali introduces a tourism tax to fund cultural preservation, environmental protection, and infrastructure improvements, enhancing sustainable travel experiences

Australian Trilogy - Melbourne, Cairns and Sydney

Experience an exhilarating 12-night Australian adventure, beginning with four nights at The Savoy Hotel on Little Collins in Melbourne. Discover the dramatic coastal beauty of the Great Ocean Road on a full-day tour and explore the vibrant city of Melbourne with a half-day city tour

Colors of Spain

In the early evening, enjoy an “Illuminated Madrid” drive through the bustling streets of the old city, ending at the historical and impressive Plaza Mayor. This area is home to some of the most typical restaurants and taverns, which serve the delicious "tapas"

Collette’s ‘Spotlight on Paris’ tour soars during Bon Voyage to Europe Sale

Pawtucket, RI (February 14, 2024) – Collette is celebrating Valentine’s Day by shining the spotlight on the Ville d’Amour, Paris. The “Spotlight on Paris” tour is amongst the most popular Spotlight tours. Collette’s Spotlight tours give travelers the opportunity to explore each destination to the fullest and get to know the area like a local

Buy That Excursion Now. Bahamas to Charge Private Islands a 10% VAT

If you're headed to a cruise in the Bahamas, it might be a good idea to pay now for that excursion to their private island. Prices are likely to go up after March 1, when the Bahamas begins charging a new 10% Value Added Tax (VAT)

Patent Applications for the Telephone

William Orton, the president of Western Union, was worried. Telegraph traffic was expanding faster than the telegraph lines could handle them. Only a single message could be carried at a time, a severe limitation even in the earliest days of the new technology. He contracted with inventor Alexander Graham Bell to find a way to overcome the bottleneck and to develop a system for transmitting multiple telegraph messages

Flight attendants hold picket signs and rallies in protest for new contracts, pay raises

Flight attendants for major U.S. airlines are holding rallies at airports around the country to push for higher pay

JetBlue shares soar as activist investor Carl Icahn takes a stake in the airline

Shares of JetBlue are up more than 18% in Tuesday afternoon trading as activist investor Carl Icahn took an almost 10% stake in the airline

Italy, Croatia: The cities set to see an influx of cruise ships

Here are the historical cities where cruise passengers may find themselves instead of Venice this year

Carnival to add new 180,000-ton cruise ship in 2027

Carnival Cruise Line will add a new 180,000-ton ship to its fleet that is expected to set sail in spring 2027, the Miami-based company said Tuesday. Why it matters: Carnival has rebounded from the pandemic with great demand for cruising

Sun Princess Delivered but Feb. 18 Sailing Cancelled

Princess Cruises today has taken delivery of Sun Princess at Fincantieri. Princess said that the 175,500-ton, 4,300-guest Sun Princess “is the most impressive luxurious and stunning Love Boat ever created, offering an array of exciting new entertainment and activities, as well as sensational staterooms

Pixar Place Hotel Now Open at Disneyland Resort

The first Pixar-themed property in the U.S. captures the magic of the films

American woman killed in apparent drug dealer crossfire in Mexican resort city of Tulum

Authorities said a man believed to have been a dealer was also shot dead in the beach resort of Tulum but the two weren't a couple

Mexico's Luxury Resort Susurros Del Corazón Speaks To The Heart

Situated between jungle and sea, Susurros del Corazón is a luxury resort that speaks to the heart

Where To Soak in the South: A Guide to Hot Springs in New Zealand

New Zealand’s North Island is home to all the country’s volcanoes and most of its geothermal activity. But that doesn’t mean it hogs all the hot water. In partnership with 100% Pure New Zealand, we take a hot springs tour of the South Island

The new normal: travel companies temper expectations for 2024

The buzzword from travel companies for 2024 is "normal." After the pandemic slammed the brakes on the tourism industry, and the subsequent years were the era of "revenge travel,"

Total solar eclipse unprecedented travel surge: opportunities for the industry

An upcoming total solar eclipse on April 8, spanning Mexico, the United States, and Canada, presents a rare travel opportunity

JetBlue resets with new CEO, industry veterans to run airline on time, and profitably

JetBlue is struggling with reliability and controlling costs. Its new CEO and veteran executives are hoping to get back to basics

1,000+ US flights canceled in the Northeast amid winter storm

Airlines have canceled hundreds of flights as a winter storm dumps snow on the Northeast

US Senate chair wants airline, credit card CEOs to testify on fees

The chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee on Monday asked the CEOs of American Airlines, United Airlines, Visa, opens new tab and Mastercard, opens new tab to testify at an April 9 hearing on credit card competition, according to letters seen by Reuters

The First Peacetime US Bank Robbery

The end of the Civil War left much of the southern United States in physical and economic ruin, and the state of Missouri was no exception. Despite the high ideals of Reconstruction, the state's new constitution excluded former Confederates from voting, becoming corporate officers, or serving on juries. Groups of former southern soldiers began to take matters into their own hands

The 15 Best Adults-Only All-Inclusive Resorts In Mexico

The best adults-only all-inclusive resorts in Mexico provide grown-ups with everything they need for the ultimate worry-free getaway. Here's where to stay in 2024

10 Affordable Yet Highly Rated Bahamas Resorts

The Bahamas isn't just about hefty price tags to experience luxury. There are also highly-rated resorts that provide luxurious yet affordable stays

Royal Caribbean Confirms Death of Passenger on 9-Month World Cruise

Royal Caribbean confirmed that a passenger died during its nine-month Ultimate World Cruise in a statement to PEOPLE

Passengers are furious after Norwegian Cruise Line removed Antarctica from its itinerary after everyone had boarded

Passengers have turned to TikTok and Facebook to express their frustrations over the Antarctica leg of their cruise trip being canceled last minute

Everything We Know About Windstar's First-Ever ‘Mystery Cruise’

The special sailing will start in Greece next year, featuring a surprise itinerary visiting new-to-the-line ports

Indianapolis travel industry to get rapid tourism boost with new trade shows

Join the excitement at the Indiana State Fairgrounds for the 69th Annual Ford Indianapolis Boat, Sport & Travel Show and the 26th Annual Indiana Deer, Turkey & Waterfowl Expo, Feb 16-25, 2024

Bali's new tourist tax starts tomorrow - what you should know

Bali is one of the most sought-after travel destinations for Aussies, with over a million of us visiting the popular island hotspot each year. With the flight time around seven hours from the east coast, and around four from the west

10 Cities Where International Travelers Spend The Most

These are the 10 cities where international travelers spend the most, according to the latest research conducted by the WTTC

Egypt opens newly restored tomb of Neferhotep for tourists after 2 decades

After more than two decades of restoration, the tomb of Neferhotep, the great 18th Dynasty (1550-1292 BC) scribe of Amun, was officially opened on Sunday

‘He wanted his face beamed on the Eiffel Tower’ – How marriage proposals are going off the charts in Paris

A post-Covid surge in romantic gestures is seeing the French capital inundated with couples seeking ever-more extravagant ways to pop the question

Southwest Airlines makes big pricing change passengers will love

Travelers often look to save money on airfare using a variety of methods. Currently, Southwest Airlines (LUV) has an offer that can significantly affect the amount of money passengers will pay for travel during the next year

Abraham Lincoln is born

On this day in 1809, the sixteenth President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln, was born in a one-room log cabin on Sinking Spring Farm in Hardin County, Kentucky. His education consisted of little more than 18 months of formal schooling, but he was an avid reader and focused on the law as a course of study. Admitted to the bar in 1837, he moved to Springfield, Illinois and began a law practice. He was elected to and served four successive terms in the Illinois House of Representatives. In 1842, he married Mary Todd with whom

Hawaiian Airlines Launches Complimentary Starlink High-Speed Wi-Fi

Hawaiian Airlines offers free Wi-Fi on select flights using SpaceX's Starlink, currently available on six Airbus A321neos

Passenger rights: Can you say no to being weighed by an airline?

Finnair says their voluntary weigh-in policy is improving flight safety

The 5 best destinations you can visit on a Windstar Cruises ship

Despite having just six vessels, the upscale line operates voyages to destinations around the world, from North America and Europe to French Polynesia

Royal Caribbean Confirms It's 'Reviewing Alternative' Routes for 9-Month Cruise Due to Middle East Unrest

The cruise line said an official update on the Ultimate World Cruise's itinerary will be shared mid-Feb., after previously stating it would continue as planned amid uncertainty in the Red Sea and Suez Canal

Norwegian Cruise Line Is Cutting Venice From Its Itineraries — What to Know If the City Is on Your 2024 or 2025 Itinerary

Norwegian Cruise Line will no longer include stops in Venice as part of its plans

Armed police raid hotel after Harry Potter fan with wand mistaken for knifeman

‘Are you being Sirius?’ the suspected offender was practicing innocent wizardry

''Scam Alert'': Man Finds Hotel He Booked Is Under Renovation, MakeMyTrip And OYO React

In his tweet, Amit Chansikar explained that he had booked an Oyo hotel room via MakeMyTrip

What to Know About Food Tour Operator Eating Europe

Industry Q&A: Kenny Dunn, founder of Eating Europe, offers an inside look at the travel advisor-friendly company's food tour experiences

Best tour companies for travelers over 50 for 2024

Older travelers who want to explore the world can pick from these nine tour companies that go above and beyond, like Backroads and Globus

Istanbul was the most-visited city in the world with over 20 million international travelers in 2023

Euromonitor International ranked cities worldwide with the most international arrivals in 2023

Bali introduces Foreign Tourist Levy to boost sustainability

Tourists will have to pay to enter Bali starting from February 14, as the province introduces the Foreign Tourist Levy

Costa Rica Boosts Tourist Safety with New Pact

Costa Rica's security pact aims to make tourist safety a priority. See how this agreement enhances tourist protection

Stingy Spenders And Petty Packers: Hotels.com Shares The Biggest Travel Icks Among Partners

One-third of Americans have broken up with a partner during a trip because of their travel habits

John Quincy Adams Becomes President

In the Presidential election of 1824, none of the four candidates received a majority of the electoral votes. The race for the office of the 6th President of the United States came down to John Quincy Adams and Andrew Jackson. Speaker of the House Henry Clay, one of the other candidates, threw his vote to Adams, and the House of Representatives voted on the first ballot to make Adams the President. Adams later appointed Clay to be Secretary of State, to charges of

The Travel Institute and Royal Caribbean Present a Chance to Preview Utopia of the Seas

The Travel Institute, celebrating its 60th anniversary, has partnered with Royal Caribbean to send ten lucky advisors aboard Royal Caribbean’s new ship, Utopia of the Seas. Royal Caribbean, a long-time supporter of The Travel Institute’s non-profit initiatives to promote education and professional development for agents, has offered up a great opportunity to preview the new ship

Delta, Southwest and United Airlines make unpopular seating decision

In recent years the airline business has become less bundled. Passengers on major carriers used to take it for granted that buying tickets enabled them to pick their seats

Hawaiian Airlines debuts free inflight Wi-Fi from SpaceX's Starlink

Hawaiian Airlines is the first major U.S. airline to offer the satellite-based service

What Is American Airlines' Unaccompanied Minor Policy?

How much does the airline charge for the service, and what conditions must be met in order to use it?

Cruise Etiquette: Tips for Finding Peace and Quiet on Crowded Cruise Ships

The rules of pool chair saving, how to determine a ship's “space ratio,” and locating zones reserved for special cabin categories

Carnival Cruise Line chooses Gwen Stefani as Carnival Jubilee's godmother

Carnival Cruise Line has chosen three-time Grammy-award-winning musician Gwen Stefani as godmother for its new flagship, Carnival Jubilee. The US

February Update: Holland America Line Fleet Locations and Itineraries

Holland America Line is offering a complete winter program with ships sailing in the Caribbean, Asia, Australia and New Zealand, the West Coast, South America and more

Disneyland Paris Flagship Hotel Re-Opens Ahead of Forthcoming ‘World of Frozen’ Launch

After three years of renovations the Disneyland Hotel at Disneyland Paris finally re-opened on Jan. 25 with a new focus on luxury

Cultural reaction spurs new name, Ka La‘i, for ex-Trump hotel in Waikiki

What's in a name? In Native Hawaiian culture, everything

Jamaica and the Bahamas are pushing back against U.S. travel warnings

Jamaican and Bahamian officials are pushing back on U.S. claims that the island countries are unsafe for tourists because of rampant crime and poor access to medical services

Hackers are on the move

A new hacking wave has hit travelers hard. Popular targets include loyalty program accounts and online travel agencies

These are the 10 award-winning travel experiences in Japan for 2024

The Japan Travel Awards 2024 winners are the industry champions of diversity, inclusion, sustainability and hospitality

From A Horseback Safari In Kenya To Ski Touring UNESCO Sites In Georgia, Travel Experiences To Try In 2024

Here are the top five travel experiences to add to your bucket list, according to National Geographic

China gears up to ring in Year of the Dragon with expected record 9 billion trips

Travel across China ramped up in recent days as millions boarded trains and planes and braved heavily trafficked roads in what officials have estimated will be a record 9 billion trips surrounding the Lunar New Year on Saturday

Italy takes aim at tourists with Airbnb crackdown and loudspeaker bans

Italy's fight against overtourism now includes stopping tourists from lingering on bridges

Pearl Seas Cruises Celebrates Wave Season Offering Free Airfare on Spring & Summer Great Lakes Cruises

Guilford, CT— February 5, 2024— To celebrate Wave Season, Pearl Seas Cruises announces Free Airfare plus additional Savings for May, June, July, and early August 2024 departure dates of the company’s 11-Night Great Lakes & Georgian Bay cruises. Pearl Seas’ Great Lakes season opens in May and the 11-Night cruises operate in both directions, between Milwaukee, WI, and Toronto, ON, through mid-September. The company is also offering a 7-Night Great Lakes & Georgian Bay itinerary and an all-new 14-Night Great Lakes Explorer cruise

Collette’s Summer in Europe presale live through February 11: Travelers can save up to 15%

Pawtucket, RI (February 5, 2024) – Content of press release. Collette’s Summer in Europe presale is now live through February 11. Advisors can be first to save up to 15% if they book seats during the window. The sale will open to the public on February 11 and will run through February 26. Offer code EUROPE 24 must be used at the time of booking to cash in on the deal

Mary Queen Of Scots Is Beheaded

For 19 years Mary Stuart lived in gentle confinement, the "guest" of Queen Elizabeth I. Mary Queen of Scots' impetuous nature and boldness kept her in trouble with her royal relations. She had conspired in the death of her husband with her lover, the act for which she was driven from Scotland. Under the laws of succession, she had a claim to the throne of England greater than that of Elizabeth I. Her Catholic leanings, however, were out of touch with the spirit of the times, and Henry VIII forbid the house of Stuart from the throne. Even in confinement

Emirates airline announces sponsorship deal with NBA

Emirates airline has forged a multi-year sponsorship deal with America's NBA basketball league, as the carrier seeks to raise its profile in the United States

The 6 best airlines that offer flight passes and packages

Where would you jet off to if you never had to pay for another flight again? The concept of unlimited flights is a dream for many frequent flyers and travel devotees — and with more and more airlines offering flight passes and packages, that dream is getting closer to becoming reality

American Airlines Now Flys to What Travel + Leisure Considers the 'Best-kept Secret' of the Bahamas

American Airlines now has a nonstop route to Eleuthera in the Bahamas

New name for ex-Trump hotel in Waikiki

Former President Donald Trump’s name came off the Trump International Hotel, Waikiki and was replaced Wednesday by a new name Ka La'i Waikiki Beach, which references the feeling of calm, serenity and tranquility

Where to stay in Cape Town if you're seeking winter sun

Our edit of best Cape Town hotels for luxury, couples' and five-star trips. Here's where to stay in Cape Town, from Waterfront hotels to those near the beach

In love? Here’s Why You Need to Go to Los Cabos’ Newest Hotel

Along Los Cabos' increasingly packed hotel strip, the newly opened Grand Velas Boutique Los Cabos manages to feel like a nest wedged into an orchard's most fragrant and be-flowered tree. Conceived by the Velas family, prodigious Mexican hoteliers, to be a contemporary romantic hotspot that distills the magic

CDC investigating outbreak on luxury cruise ship Queen Victoria

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is investigating an outbreak of over 150 cases of an unknown illness on the cruise ship Queen Victoria in the Pacific, the agency said Monday

Chinese Cruise Lines Set to Form New Cruise Company

Six Chinese cruise companies may come together to form a new cruise holding company in Huaxia International Cruises. According to local sources in China, the new company will operate under a shareholder cooperation agreement that was signed in late December

Princess will sail 'Love Boat' theme cruise this summer

A new “ The Love Boat”-themed cruise will set sail later this year on the actual Love Boat – or as close as fans can get

14 dream travel destinations our editors want to cross off their bucket lists in 2024

We’re over a month into 2024, and our staff is hard at work planning their summer and winter travels. And since you’ve seen where we went in 2023, let’s turn to the destinations our editors are excited to visit this year

Americans are traveling to Europe in large numbers but they’re not always welcome. Here's what cities are doing to staunch overtourism

Here's what cities are doing to staunch overtourism

This City Was the World's Most Visited in 2023

Euromonitor International's World's Top 100 City Destinations report reveals which city saw the most visitors in 2023

Thousands of vehicles stuck on highways in China as snow snarls Lunar New Year travel

The airport in Wuhan temporarily closed runways several times because of icy conditions

How to stay safe during trips to Jamaica and Bahamas after State Department travel advisories

The State Department has issued travel advisories for the island destinations of Jamaica and the Bahamas

Looking for staff? It’s Time to Create Your Own Pipeline, Says TLG's John Lovell

“We’re in the renaissance of the travel advisor in the distribution channel, driven by the general public,” says Tavel Leaders Group president John Lovell. Groups are back; corporate is growing; luxury is blossoming, he told a group of trade reporters at a press conference in the beautiful Ritz Carlton Nomad in Manhattan on Tuesday

Charles Dickens is born

The great English novelist Charles Dickens, was born on February 7, 1812. Dickens was born in Landport, Portsmouth in Hampshire, the second of eight children in a solidly middle class family. However, financial hardship befell the family and his father was sent to debtor's prison. Dickens, at age twelve, began working in a boot factory for ten hours each day to assist with the support of his family. The appalling work conditions and his family circumstances made an indelible impression on the young boy and became the substance of much

Faulty door panel on Alaska Airlines flight had no bolts installed, NTSB says in preliminary report

The flight left Portland, Oregon, on Jan. 5 bound for Ontario International Airport in San Bernardino County, California, when the door plug blew off

American Airlines To Fly 3x Daily From Miami To Sao Paulo This Winter

Capacity will increase in time for Christmas

Alaska Airlines Flight Attendant Meets Baby Flamingos Hatched from the Eggs She Saved on Flight

A Chilean flamingo at Seattle's Woodland Park Zoo was named in honor of the Alaska Airlines flight attendant who helped save the chick, and five other flamingos, on an August flight

Book These Luxury Hotel Couples Deals For Valentine's Day And Beyond

Luxe packages-for-two in Central America, Europe, Florida, Jamaica, Latin America and more

New Rocco Forte hotel in Naples expected to open in 2027

Rocco Forte Hotels will launch its first hotel in Naples, after signing a management agreement with fashion company Capri Group. The 5-star hotel, expected to open in 2027, will be located in Palazzo Caravita di Sirignano, adjacent to the Villa Pignatelli museum

Hilton snatches Small Luxury Hotels of the World alliance away from Hyatt

Hyatt took another blow on the partnership front this week, as Hilton is now poised to be the new exclusive partner with Small Luxury Hotels of the World, a platform of hundreds of independent luxury hotels around the world

Crystal To Offer Film, Theater, and Golf Themed Cruises in 2024

Cruisers looking for something a little different will find lots of options on Crystal this year, as the line rolls out themed cruises for lovers of film, theater and golf

Cruise lines 'shell-shocked' by Bahamas' plan to collect VAT at private islands

Since the Value Added Tax Act, 2014, goods and services on cruise line private islands have been exempt from VAT under the lines' agreements with The Bahamas, a practice successive administrations have let stand

ShipRocked cruise slams Into Jamaica pier amid high winds

High winds and ocean swells caused the ShipRocked cruise's Carnival Magic to slam into a pier in Jamaica on Tuesday (February 6th). See photos and video

Two of the most-visited cities in the world are in Turkey - this one is the unsung hero

Two of the world's four most-visited cities are in Turkey. With the recent lift of visa requirements, the country is likely to welcome even more tourists in 2024

Where Did Ancient Romans Travel for Vacations? Research Details Favored Locations

Many people travel to discover new cultures, find beautiful landscapes, or lay their eyes on a place they waited a lifetime to witness. It turns out the ancient Romans were no different, and a new map has outlined where the wealthy went on vacation and what attracted them to the destination

These Are The TOP 10 Spring Break Destinations For 2024

Spring is on its way, and now is the time to start the planning process if you are hoping to get away from campus for some fun in the sun. Here are ten destinations that are expected

Catalonia Emerged as Spain's Most Popular Tourist Destination in 2023

Catalonia was Spain’s most visited tourist destination, with over 18 million visitors in 2023, as revealed by the Spanish Ministry of Industry and Tourism

Intrepid Travel inks deal with tourism specialist trainer

Intrepid Travel is investing in future tourism leaders through a new partnership with specialist training provider William Angliss Institute

Elizabeth II Becomes Queen

On February 6th, 1952 Elizabeth Alexandra Mary was at the Treetops Hotel in Kenya. Her husband, Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh broke the news to her that George VI, the king of the United Kingdom and her father, had died peacefully in his sleep at age 56. She was asked what she wanted to be called. Her reply was "my name, of course." At that moment, she became by succession Elizabeth II, the Queen of seven countries including

American Cruise Line Introduces Round-Trip Washington DC itinerary for 2024

American Cruise Lines will be sailing its American Revolution 11-day itineraries round-trip out of Washington DC in 2024. The only cruise ship that sails the Potomac into Washington, American Constitution will depart from The Wharf and sail the Chesapeake Bay

Lufthansa ground staff at major German airports to strike on Wednesday

Passengers will be informed of cancellations from 4pm today. A union has called on Lufthansa's ground staff to walk off the job for a day on Wednesday in a pay dispute, the latest of several transport strikes in Germany

Southwest Airlines New Cabins to Feature in its 2025 Fleet

The Southwest Airlines fleet will feature sleek interiors in 2025. Know the details about the Southwest Airlines new cabins in this article

DJ Sparks Controversy After Getting Kicked Off Flight For Not Wearing A Bra And Files Complaint

I was dressed like a little boy in baggy pants and shirt. I had no idea what she was talking about

FAA increases oversight of Boeing 737 Max 9 jets after Alaska Airlines near-disaster

A door panel on an Alaska Airlines jet carrying 177 people blew out midair on its way from Oregon to California on Jan. 5

Report: Hilton considers Graduate Hotels acquisition

Hilton is considering an acquisition of Graduate Hotels, a brand heavily concentrated in the U.S. but also has properties in the U.K.

Inside Evermore Orlando Resort's Conrad Orlando Near Disney World

Whether you're seeking a family-friendly place to stay near Walt Disney World Resort or luxurious accommodations in Orlando, check into the brand new Conrad Orlando

Carnival Cruise Ship Cancels Port of Call Due to Harsh Weather

Carnival Venezia has been forced to cancel a scheduled port of call in the Bahamas due to bad weather conditions

Royal Caribbean Names Top Travel Partners of 2023

Royal Caribbean International has announced its “Travel Partners of the Year” for 2023, honoring 13 North American travel agencies that have excelled in promoting and booking Royal Caribbean vacations

Chinese travelers stranded as winter storms throw Lunar New Year travel into chaos

Blizzards and freezing rain have brought massive disruption to China's peak Lunar New Year travel rush, leaving drivers stuck in cars on icy highways and passengers struggling to rebook canceled trains and flights

Bahamas Responds to Recent Travel Warning Issued by the US

“The Government of the Bahamas is alert, attentive, and proactive to ensure that the Bahamas remains a safe and welcoming destination,” the statement begins

How a vacation with my aging parents changed my perspective on travel

I recently spent six days visiting my parents outside of Tampa, Florida. Vacating with my parents, I got to experience life at a slower pace

How TikTok became Gen-Z's travel advisor

TikTok has fuelled a rise in pop-culture trips and is shifting the way young people choose to travel

80% of the trending global travel destinations for 2024 are in Asia, according to new report—here’s the full list

Tripadvisor determined the trending destinations ranking based year-over-year growth in interest

Best tour companies for travelers over 50 for 2024

Older travelers who want to explore the world can pick from these nine tour companies that go above and beyond, like Backroads and Globus

This Travel Company Wants You to Take a Phone-free Vacation — and Has Curated Trips to Italy, Cuba, Portugal, and Mexico

Need to break up with your phone for a bit? FTLO Travel just launched phone-free vacations around the globe

Lufthansa ground staff at major German airports to strike on Wednesday

Passengers will be informed of cancellations from 4pm today

Finnair Will Start Weighing Passengers at Helsinki Airport - But the Airline is Keen to Reassure Customers They Have Nothing to Worry About

Finnish flag carrier Finnair says it will start weighing passengers and their hand luggage in February, as well as in April and May, at its Helsinki hub, but the airline is keen to reassure customers that they don't have anything to worry about. In fact, the pre-boarding weigh-in will be completely voluntary and passengers

Boeing in ‘last chance saloon’, warns Emirates boss

Sir Tim Clark criticises the plane-maker after a panel on a Boeing 737 Max 9 jet blew out in the air

What happens to checked luggage? USA TODAY got a look

A behind-the-scenes look at how checked luggage is screened and processed at LaGuardia Airport terminal B

12 New U.S. Hotels Set to Steal the Spotlight in 2024

The most exciting U.S. luxury hotel openings of 2024 that are worth a visit

Meliá Will Open Its Fourth Luxury Hotel in Madrid

Meliá Hotels International has announced the opening of its first Meliá Collection hotel in Madrid in May, marking another milestone in its strategic growth in the luxury segment and its commitment to repositioning its portfolio with a focus on quality and distinctiveness

Hyatt partners with HTTG and Dragon Group to develop new hotels

Hyatt Hotels has entered a strategic agreement with HTTG and The Dragon Group to expand its presence in China

Norwegian Cruise Line Celebrates Return to Southern Africa

After a successful 2022-23 season, Norwegian Cruise Line marked its return to Southern Africa for its second and longest season with the arrival of Norwegian Dawn at Port Louis, Mauritius on January 20, 2024

Carnival Firenze officially joins Carnival Cruise Line, growing the fleet to 27 ships

Carnival Firenze has officially joined the Carnival Cruise Line fleet from sister brand Costa Cruises. Team members from both cruise lines

Norwegian Cruise Line Ditches Major Port Due to Tender Concerns

Unforeseen restrictions and lack of sufficient tender service forces Norwegian Cruise Line ship to remove Venice calls

This Is The Top Trending Destination In The Caribbean Right Now

The Caribbean is filled with all sorts of amazing destinations, but this one is trending heavily with sun-seekers right now

20 Best Places to Visit in Thailand - From the Country's Oldest National Park With Secret Waterfalls to Stunning Islands With Excellent Diving

Travel experts share the best places to visit in Thailand, from bustling cities to remote islands to small towns

Tourist's 'naive' Bali warning hilariously backfires: 'I absolutely hate it'

The tourist is furious that influencers aren't showing what the beaches really look like in Bali

These are the 10 most sustainable travel destinations in the world—none of them are in the U.S.

Tripadvisor ranked the global destinations based on commitment to sustainability

From Rocks to Rocks: Kosher Adventure Travel and a Trip to Antwerp

The Jerusalem Post Podcast - Travel Edition, Episode 74

The Tybee Bomb is Lost

Somewhere off the coast of South Carolina on the bottom of a shallow channel lies an 11-foot-long canister. Written on it, a serial number: "No. 47782." It is a fully functional hydrogen bomb, lost by the US Military fifty years ago. On February 5, 1958, a B-47 bomber collided with a fighter plane during exercises. The bomber jettisoned its cargo: a 7,600 pound hydrogen bomb known as the Tybee Bomb. The Navy and Air Force began recovery efforts

CELESTYAL LAUNCHES “HEAVENLY ADRIATIC” SHORE EXCURSIONS

ATHENS, GREECE (February 02, 2024) – Celestyal, the award-winning, number one choice for travelers to the Greek Islands and beyond, has released the shore excursion program for its new-for-2024 “Heavenly Adriatic” itinerary, with 35 tours available to book now. Sailing on the 1,260-passenger Celestyal Journey, the seven-night itinerary launches on March 2, 2024. Departing from Greece, it includes three new countries - Croatia, Montenegro and Italy - and six new maiden ports - Kefalonia, Dubrovnik, Kotor, Corfu, Bari and Katakolo

The Incorporation of New Amsterdam (NYC)

The Dutch first explored the New York Bay area of the Americas in search of highly prized beaver pelts. They established a Fort Amsterdam in 1625 to protect the entrance to the Hudson River on Manhattan Island. The Dutch West India Company placed Peter Minuit in charge of the settlement. Minuit purchased the island from local Lenape Native Americans for a small amount of goods. On February 2, 1653, New Amsterdam, as it was by then called, received a

American Airlines to Launch It's Longest Route with New Australia Flight

American Airlines announced new routes to Brisbane, Australia, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and Veracruz, Mexico

Hawaiian, Alaska leaders tout airline deal

The top executives of Hawaiian and Alaska Airlines said their companies are moving forward on an upcoming merger that they characterized as pro-consumer and pro-competitive because it allows them to compete more effectively in an industry dominated by larger carriers

Exciting new airline routes from January 2024 and beyond

All the airline route news you might've missed from January 2024

Surging hotel rates in Las Vegas for Super Bowl 58

Las Vegas will be busier than ever during Super Bowl 58, as hotel prices skyrocket. Here's what travelers going to the game should know

Disneyland Paris Hotel has reopened its doors – and it was worth the wait

Step into the brand-new Disneyland Paris Hotel, where we discover luxury with a fairytale twist

Costa Cruises Opens Bookings for 2026 World Cruise

Ahead of “National Take a Cruise Day” on Saturday, Feb. 3, Costa Cruises is inviting guests to explore the world on its 2026 World Cruise, now open for booking, according to a press release

Royal Caribbean cruise ship floods amid rough weather

Royal Caribbean's Voyager of the Seas was rocked by rough weather on its way back to Galveston, passengers said

Royal Caribbean's cruises have never been this popular. Good luck booking one of its giant ships.

Royal Caribbean Group has half the number of available cabins in the first quarter of 2024 compared to the same time in 2023

These are the most popular destinations to see the Northern Lights this year

According to online travel agency Expedia, these are the top destinations to watch the Northern Lights in 2024

Japan is one of the most popular destinations among Gen-Z And Millennials

Gen Z and Millennials appear to agree on where to travel. A recent study found Japan is one of the most popular destinations among the two generations

10 Safest Countries To Visit In 2024, According To The Global Law & Order Index

Safety is the top priority when traveling. So, here are the safest countries to visit in 2024

Hawaii's Kīlauea Volcano Updates: Increased Earthquake Activity Detected Since January 31

The latest report warned of an increase in activity, deformation and seismicity since January 31. However, the U.S. Geological Survey reported that the volcano is not erupting

The 10 best budget travel tips for your next vacation

Everyone can benefit from budget travel tips, affordable travel gifts and budget-friendly travel essentials. The joy of travel is heightened when you’re confident you’re not overspending and you’re securing great deals

What are the biggest air travel don’ts?

As the new year gets underway, many people are already planning spring and summer vacations, but while getting to that final destination may be the least enjoyable part of any trip, several air travel don’ts can make the travel experience even worse

As demand for Indigenous Tourism grows, AAT Kings positions itself as market leader with launch of Australian-first Aboriginal Culture & Australia Highlights tour

AAT Kings has unveiled the launch of its new Aboriginal Culture & Australia Highlights tour, as part of the group’s new 2024/2025 touring season. The limited season, Australia-first Indigenous focused guided holiday features must-see destinations from city to outback across Melbourne, Uluru, Sydney and Cairns over 13 days, with a focus on local connection, cultural immersion, sustainable footprints and wildlife and nature

New York's Grand Central Station Opens

Grand Central Terminal ("Station" is not a part of its official name) at 42nd Street and Park Avenue in Midtown Manhattan was built by the New York Central Railroad. The terminal represents the largest train station in the world gauged by the number of tracks. Grand Central contains restaurants, delis, bakeries, news stands, a gourmet and fresh food market, and more than thirty retail stores. The clock on the front of the building contains the world's largest example of Tiffany glass. The cavernous interior boasts an

United Airlines leaked internal memo unveils surprising crackdown

Airline passengers who travel frequently have come to expect flight attendants to provide a variety of services and ensure their safety during flights. Now, United Airlines (UAL) is cracking down on one behavior the carrier does not want to see onboard its aircraft

Start-up airline looks to ZeroAvia’s hydrogen-electric engines to power flights

German aviation start-up flyv is exploring the use of ZeroAvia’s hydrogen-electric engines for its future flight operations. Under an agreement revealed today (February 1), the pair will explore the use of the fuel cell powertrain for flyv’s fleets

Laser strikes against aircraft including airline planes have surged to a new record, the FAA says

Laser strikes aimed at aircraft are at an all-time high. That's according to the Federal Aviation Administration

'We caused the problem': Boeing CEO takes accountability for Alaska Airlines door plug incident

Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun took responsibility for a door plug getting blown out of an Alaska Airlines flight earlier this month in a fourth quarter earnings call

How much does a Disney cruise cost? We have answers

We reveal how much a Disney cruise costs per ship and itinerary, extras that are worth the additional fees and how to save money on a Disney cruise

Over 100 cruise passengers sickened after gastrointestinal illness outbreak

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said 120 guests have become sick while sailing on the Queen Victoria luxury liner owned by Cunard Cruise Line

How to Cruise Antarctica Without Sailing the Drake Passage

Worried about the Drake Shake? Here's a look at the ways to take an Antarctic cruise without sailing through its notoriously rough waters

Inside Capella's Swanky New 86-Key Hotel in Taiwan

Opening in the heart of the Taiwanese capital in late 2024, the Capella Taipei will include 86 rooms, three restaurants, a two-story bar, and a spa

72% of Americans likely to maintain or increase hotel stays in 2024

72% of Americans say they plan to either maintain or increase their number of hotel stays in 2024 compared to 2023, and hotels remain the top lodging choice for likely travelers, according to a survey commissioned by the American Hotel & Lodging Association and conducted by Morning Consult

W New Orleans - French Quarter Gets Stylish Revamp For 25th Anniversary

The classic NOLA hotel was upgraded with Sazerac-inspired rooms and a new cajun/creole restaurant, just in time for Mardi Gras

Can You Deduct Your Vacation From Your Taxes? Experts Weigh In

If some of your travel involves business, you may be able to deduct travel expenses on your taxes. Experts explain how

Foreign Office: Travellers to Belgium may expect delay

The Foreign Office is warning those heading to Belgium to expect delays on major roads as farmers ramp up their protests against EU-imposed farming practices

The Top Travel Destinations of 2024, According to Nat Geo

2024 is slated to be the biggest year for travel since the pandemic began. With the full return to travel, there are a flood of options for how you can take your big trip this year. An abundance of options is great, but it also means that making that precious choice can feel

18 Incredible Things to Do in Venice Beach, California in 2024

Looking for the best things to do in Venice Beach, California? From Muscle Bech to the Canls, these are the top things to see in Venice, California

Traveling With Kids? 24 Tips and Tricks To Make Family Travel a Little Easier

Don't let the fear of traveling with kids keep you from booking that trip! We can help with trusted tips and tricks that work for all kinds of family travel

Machu Picchu train line reopens after protests leave tourists stranded

Access to Incan site in Peru was blocked due to dispute over new electronic rail ticketing system

Guy Fawkes is Hanged

The infamous Gunpowder Plot of 1605 was an attempt by a group of conspirators to kill King James I of England, his family, and most of the House of Lords by blowing up the Palace of Westminster during the State Opening of Parliament. Fawkes and his fellow conspirators, supporters of a Catholic England, rented a cellar room underneath the House of Lords and filled it with more than 1,800 pounds of gunpowder. However, word of the plot leaked and the torch was actually snatched from Fawke's hands by a guard as he sought to light the fuse. After a round of torture to discover the names of the others, Fawkes was taken to be hanged, drawn, and quartered. Fawkes jumped from the scaffold at the last minute, breaking his

Nominations Open for Educational Excellence Award

Framingham, MA January 29, 2024 — The Travel Institute’s annual award nomination process is now underway with applications accepted through March 31, 2024. The annual Educational Excellence Award, established in 2022, recognizes those organizations and individuals demonstrating a significant, ongoing commitment to quality education for travel advisors and making a substantial, meaningful investment to ensure delivery of education to the ultimate benefit of travelers and the industry. Calls for nominations take place starting each January with judging based on utilization of quality educational content/programming, ongoing investment, and overall impact

American Airlines sued by frequent flyers over loyalty points

American Airlines is facing a potential class action lawsuit brought by members of its frequent flyer loyalty program over an alleged loss of points

London Rail Strike Affects Airport Travel

A strike by train drivers is crippling London transit today (Tuesday) and causing delays for travelers headed for the airports. Members of the ASLEF union are on strike against the Southeastern, Southern/Gatwick Express, Thameslink, South Western Railway and Great Northern railroad lines over the

United Airlines flight diverted due to a cracked windshield

Passengers on a United Airlines flight Sunday had to board a new plane after a cracked windshield was discovered mid-flight

Pixar Place Hotel opens at Disneyland Resort with character art and film-inspired flair

The colorful resort takes its cute cues from iconic animated features like "Finding Nemo" and "Inside Out"; new dining is part of the scene, too

Cape Cod hotel to become first Margaritaville resort in New England

A Cape Cod hotel will rebrand this summer to attract Parrotheads as New England's first "Margaritaville" resort

Everything We Know About Carnival's Celebration Key

Carnival Cruise Line is working on a brand-new port in The Bahamas called "Celebration Key." Opening in July 2025, this will be a private destination, meaning that guests onboard other cruise lines won't have the option to visit

Going net zero: how the cruise industry is charting a more sustainable future

Cruise companies are pursuing more efficient ships, alternative fuels and digital technologies, as they navigate towards net-zero carbon cruising by 2050

Aurora Introduces New Vantage Explorations

Through its subsidiary Pacific Travel Partners, Aurora Expeditions officially introduced Vantage Explorations to the cruise market earlier this month

Alaska Activities for Every Traveler: No Experience Required

Alaska is a big state full of big adventures, but the good news is – you don’t have to embark on an epic wilderness trek or get off the beaten track to soak up the incredible scenery, wildlife, and culture that Alaska has to offer. We’ve gathered our list of activities that are suitable for any traveler to Alaska

This Stunning U.S. Beach Has the Calmest Waters on Earth, New Report Finds

Looking for peaceful waters? HawaiianIslands.com compiled a list of the calmest waters on the planet

Best travel destinations in 2024: National Geographic's new list

Kenya, Kyoto, and Paris, West Virginia, Alaska, and Niagara Falls all landed on National Geographic's list of best places to travel to in 2024. But this year there's a fun new twist

Why Now Is The Perfect Time To Visit These 5 Destinations In Greece

Explore the reasons why now is the best time to visit these five Greek destinations that are breaking tourism records

These Are Going to Be the Most Popular Travel Destinations in 2024

Discover destinations all over the world inspired by TV and movie sets, music tours, lifestyle trends, and more

4 Sun Safety Essentials for Older Travelers

We’ve talked about the many ways travel can make you healthier, from stronger bones and heart to the enhanced production of antibodies. However, there are many ways travel can put your health at some level of risk

Avanti Destinations Appoints Gina Bang Chief Sales and Marketing Officer

Portland, OR, January 29, 2024 – Wholesale custom tour operator Avanti Destinations has appointed Gina Bang Chief Sales and Marketing Officer, reporting to CEO Paul Barry. Sales previously reported to John Hanratty, who remains Senior VP Industry Relations. Bang has been with Avanti for 21 years, most recently serving as Director of Marketing. Starting as a customer service representative, Bang’s other positions have included

ICs are the backbone of the industry, Lee says at Host Week 2024 kick-off

Independent contractors are the backbone of the industry, Lee says, at the Host Week 2024 kick-off. There have been four notable trends in the hosted travel advisor market, says Steph Lee: A ton of new advisors are coming down the pipeline and interest in a travel career is at an all-time high

American Airlines to lay off 656 workers for new customer service team

American Airlines is laying off 656 employees as it restructures a new Customer Success team

Alaska Airlines offering discounted flights and double EQMs for limited time

Alaska Airlines is offering travelers up to 40% off economy fares through March 13. Travelers who book this promotion will receive a double bonus elite-qualifying miles for flights in February

Distraction and visibility played a part in near-collision between American and Delta flight at JFK airport, docs show

The pilots of an American Airlines flight were distracted by paperwork when they erroneously taxied into the path of a departing Delta flight, setting off alarms in the control tower at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport and prompting an urgent plea to “cancel takeoff clearance” from the air traffic controller

Woman trapped overnight in gondola at Heavenly Ski Resort in Lake Tahoe

Monica Laso got on the gondola to go down the mountain at around 4:58 p.m. on Thursday. It stopped moving two minutes later

This New All-inclusive Resort Will Open in Cancun, Mexico, in June With a 2.8-acre Lagoon — and We Got an Exclusive Sneak Peek

AVA Resort Cancun is a brand-new all-inclusive resort in Cancun, and it opens this June

2 Men Rescued in Gulf of Mexico By Carnival Cruise Ship After Their Boat Sinks

Two men stranded in the Gulf of Mexico live to see another day after being rescued by a Carnival Cruise Line ship on Monday, according to a press release

Carnival Cruise Line Reveals Details on New Private Destination

New details have been revealed for the upcoming Celebration Key, giving Carnival Cruise Line guests a lot to look forward to in the Bahamas

Azamara Set for Four Drydocks in 2024

Azamara has four drydocks scheduled for 2024, Captain Nico Corbijn, head of marine and land operations, told Cruise Industry News. According to the new 2024 Drydock and Refurbishment Report by Cruise Industry News, the Azamara Quest is slated to drydock in Amsterdam from July 28 to August 10, then

15 Best Places to Visit in India, According to Travel Experts

From the alpine meadows of Kashmir to the palm-fringed beaches of Goa, these are some of the best and most beautiful places to visit in India

Finland, UK, Germany: Travel strikes planned for January

When, where and what disruption you can expect

Best Camera and Photo Gear for Your Summer Travel

From GoPros to DSLRs, here's a list of the best cameras and gear for your summer adventure.

China kicks off Lunar New Year travel rush, expects record 9 billion trips

China on Friday kicked off its busiest annual period of mass migration with a record 9 billion domestic trips expected to be made during a 40-day travel rush around the Lunar New Year holidays, state media predicted

Is tourism in Machu Picchu at risk amid protests?

Unrest in Peru disrupts access to Machu Picchu, stranding tourists and sparking concerns over tourism's future due to a controversial ticketing system

This Indigenous-owned Tour Company in Peru Has Women-only Hiking Trips That Include Camping in Glass Domes, Cooking Classes, and a Visit to an Alpaca Farm

Alpaca Expeditions is offering something special to travelers with its first-ever women-only Sacred Valley and Salkantay Tour to Machu Picchu

Italy: a first-timer's guide

With its iconic monuments and irresistible food, Italy is one of Europe's best destinations. But the possibilities can seem overwhelming. Until now

6 suffer minor injuries as American Airlines flight makes 'hard landing' in Maui

American said a passenger and five flight attendants were treated for unspecified injuries and released. The flight was late when it left from Los Angeles

Ryanair cuts profit forecast after online travel agent row

The airline reduced its fares in December after sites including Booking.com suddenly removed its flights

The best new airline seats launching this year—including bunk beds in Economy

From the world's first-ever bunk beds in economy class to over-the-top private suites with flatscreen TVs and starlit ceilings

Silver Nova: This eco-friendly, luxurious cruise ship is one of the most spacious ever

The eco-friendly Silver Nova is one of the most spacious cruise ships ever built, able to host up to 728 guests

Icon of the Seas: World's largest cruise ship sets sail from Miami

The world's largest cruise ship has set sail from Miami, Florida, on its maiden voyage, but there are concerns about the vessel's methane emissions

The Most IDEAL San Juan Cruise Excursions

Does your cruise visit Puerto Rico, but you're unsure what to do? Check out our list San Juan cruise excursions and prepare for fun

Costa Cruises Cancels Sailing Just Weeks Before Embarkation

Costa Cruises has cancelled a key sailing for Costa Toscana, but guests have several alternative options to choose from

A different hotel for every need this February

February is the perfect time to run away from home and enjoy a great hotel stay, whether it's high in the mountains of Zermatt or down on a beach in Rio

The Best Ski Resorts in the U.S. for the Ultimate Snowy Getaway

The best ski resorts in the United States, including Aspen Snowmass, Park City, Sun Valley, Jackson Hole, Big Sky, Stowe, Lake Tahoe and Vail

The Best Hotels And Resorts In 2024

With thousands of properties across the globe, choosing the right hotel or resort for your travel needs can be daunting. Whether it's family-friendly travel, a wellness escape or simply a holiday, here are the best options

The Maldives are known as a luxury vacation destination. But for $100 per day, my husband and I had the trip of a lifetime.

The Maldives are known as a luxury vacation destination, but we traveled there on a budget of $100 per day by visiting the local islands

Another free major tourist attraction is about to charge you to visit

The best things in life are free – but not anymore. Mount Fuji in Japan has become the latest major attraction to charge tourists to visit. The impressive mountain – which is an active volcano and the highest peak in Japan – attracts thousands of climbers every year

Travel warning issued for the Bahamas due to spike in murders

The U.S. State Department issued a travel advisory for the Bahamas due to a spike in murders since the new year

King George III Dies

George III was the third British monarch of the House of Hanover, all of whom were of German, not British, descent. In fact, he was the first of the Hanovers to actually be born in Britain and speak English as his first language. But his reign was not an easy one, marked by decisive military struggles. Early in his reign, England defeated France in the Seven Years' War, setting the stage for Great Britain’s dominance in North America and India. However, George III lost

How to Use Bleisure Travel to Extend Your Vacations

More and more travelers are combing work trips with vacations and calling it bleisure travel or workcations. Use these tips to plan a bleisure trip smartly

The Republic of India

On January 26, 1950, the Indian constitution took effect, making the Republic of India the world's most populous democracy. Mahatma Gandhi's struggles to win Indian Independence bore fruit in what he called the "noblest act of the British nation." Its first leader, Jawaharlal Nehru, was a follower of Ghandi yet led the young independent nation through wars with China and suppressed Indian states seeking autonomy. He died in 1964.

Southwest Flight Attendants Vote to Strike

There’s no word yet on when Southwest Airlines can expect its flight attendants to walk off the job—but the likelihood is much stronger following an overwhelmingly pro-strike vote this week. About 98% of voting members voted to go on strike, Transport Workers Union Local 556 reports—many more than the 64% who turned down the airline’s

Alaska Airlines returns the 737 Max 9 to service today with Seattle to San Diego flight

Alaska Airlines Flight 1146 from Seattle to San Diego on Friday will mark the 737 Max 9's return to service following a mid-air blowout

United Airlines Unveils 100+ New Summer Routes

United Airlines (UA), the largest carrier in the United States, has announced more than 100 new flights from US cities and Canada. The airline saw in its research during the pandemic that customers wanted to go on scenic trips, like national parks and mountain towns, a trend the airline expects to continue to

Norwegian cruise guests allegedly bring 112 bags of marijuana on board

Two Norwegian Cruise Line passengers allegedly brought more than 100 bags of marijuana on the line’s Norwegian Joy ship

Ambassador Cruise Line Launches Ambassador Guarantee

Ambassador Cruise Line has launched the Ambassador Guarantee, a new initiative to reimburse any new-to-cruise customer who fails to enjoy their experience with the operator, according to a press release

Viking cruise will take you from the Arctic to Antarctica in 87 days

The epic journey will allow passengers to explore the natural beauty of the Canadian High Arctic, call on ports in the Caribbean and Peru and explore the Chilean glaciers

The Best Room At... Palazzo delle Pietre

How the former chairman of Prada built one of Rome's most singular properties

This Boutique Hotel in the Heart of Lisbon Is Ideal for Family Travelers

Nestled in the heart of Lisbon's chic and historic neighborhood of Chiado, the Martinhal Chiado stands as a testament to luxurious and family-friendly hospitality within a lovingly restored 19th-century building. With 37 serviced hotel apartments, this establishment offers heaps of comfort

Disneyland Paris's Disneyland Hotel gets royal makeover

Every inch of Disneyland Paris's newly reopened Disneyland Hotel has been given the royal treatment

Best and worst U.S. destinations for peaceful, quiet vacations

As grounding getaways become more popular, travelers may want to keep noise pollution in mind when choosing a peaceful travel destination. Here are some tips

Why This Tropical Destination Is The Trendiest Winter Getaway Right Now

The Dominican Republic reached over 10 million visitors last year and is already seeing growth in tourist bookings for 2024

Travel companies are using AI to better customize trip itineraries

And it helps with repeat business as properties, advisors, and other travel companies can fine-tune recommendations and experiences to each client's distinct preferences

The Northern Lights Could Be Extra Intense And Appear More This Year

We're approaching solar maximum — here’s what that means and how it's going to affect the frequency and strength of the northern lights

China kicks off Lunar New Year travel rush, expects record 9 billion trips

China on Friday kicked off its busiest annual period of mass migration with a record 9 billion domestic trips expected to be made during a 40-day travel rush around the Lunar New Year holidays, state media predicted

A penguin wandered onto a New Zealand airport runway. A rescue ensued.

The little bird is recovering well and is expected to return to the wild in a few weeks

The League of Nations

On January 25th, 1919, the Paris Peace conference approved a proposal to create the League of Nations to sustain lasting peace after the horrors of World War I. In June of that year, 44 nations signed the Covenant of the League of Nations. However, the United States would not join, despite the efforts of President Woodrow Wilson to convince the US Senate of the merits of international cooperation. The headquarters of the League were located in Geneva. However, this first effort

Hawaii Governor Proposes $25 Visitors Fee

Take a dose of global warming, add an increase in tourism and a fire in Maui, and what do you get? In Hawaii, it adds up to a new tourist tax. In his State of the State address, Hawaii Gov. Josh Green renewed the call for a “climate impact fee” to be charged to every visitor to the Aloha State

Alaska Airlines says Boeing 737 Max 9 grounding will cost it $150 million

Alaska said the first Max 9 flights would resume as early as Friday and that it would gradually return the aircraft to service through early February

This Bermuda Airline Just Launched 2 New U.S. Routes — and Is Celebrating With Flights Starting at $99

BermudAir's new routes from Orlando and Baltimore kick off in March

Castaway Cay: A guide to Disney Cruise Line's private island

A visit to Castaway Cay is a highlight of any Disney cruise to the Bahamas or Caribbean. The island is the exclusive beach-day playground for Disney Cruise Line

Norwegian cruise guests allegedly bring 112 bags of marijuana on board

Two Norwegian Cruise Line passengers allegedly brought more than 100 bags of marijuana on the line's Norwegian Joy ship

AIDA Cancels Red Sea Cruises for AIDAprima, AIDAblu and AIDAbella

Due to the recent developments in the Red Sea, AIDA Cruises has canceled several voyages aboard the AIDAbella, AIDAblu and AIDAprima scheduled for spring 2024, according to a company statement

Oceania Cruises and Food & Wine co-host exclusive Riviera Editor's Cruise

Oceania Cruises, a premier cruise line renowned for its culinary and destination-focused experiences, is partnering with Food & Wine to present

Planning a Getaway? Here Are 16 Hotels Cosmo Editors Would Book Again

For real though...you're not going to want to book a trip without checking our roundup of the best (Cosmo editor-approved!) hotels in the world

The 10 Best Barbados Resorts for 2024, From Platinum Coast Luxe to All-Inclusive

Our latest edition of the Best Barbados Hotels helps you navigate the Barbados hospitality scene and help you find the right hotel.

Inside the Most Expensive Hotel Room in the World

Last January, a viral post made an arguably astute anthropological observation: “There are two types of people in the world. The people that are in Dubai right now. And us

12 BEST Tours in Toronto, Canada

To help you see the top sights in and around Toronto, here are personalized recommendations on the 12 BEST tours to take in Toronto, Canada

What to know about adult beverages on flights

Adult beverages can be a luxury in the sky. Here's how to partake responsibly

The best travel destinations based on your zodiac sign

Taking a break and going on vacation is important for everyone. But with a budget and having many options available, it's not always easy to choose the perfect travel destination. In moments like these, why not consult the stars? Click through this gallery to discover the best travel destinations based on your zodiac sign

U.S. State Department Issues New Travel Advisory For This Popular Caribbean Destination

As travelers are seeking sunny getaways, the U.S. State Department has issued as new travel advisory for this popular Caribbean destination

U.S. State Department Issues New Travel Advisory For This Popular Caribbean Destination

As travelers are seeking sunny getaways, the U.S. State Department has issued as new travel advisory for this popular Caribbean destination

Sir Winston Churchill Dies

Many heroes were born out of the chaos of World War II, but perhaps none as inspiring as Winston Churchill. Upon the resignation of Neville Chamberlain in 1940, Churchill became Prime Minister and led Britain to victory against the Axis powers, marshalling the morale of the country and the Allied forces with the great power of his intellect and oratory. He lost the 1945 election, but was again made Prime Minister in 1951. Queen Elizabeth bestowed a state funeral upon Sir Winston at his death in 1965. He was also made the first Honorary American Citizen by an act of Congress in 1963.

At United and Alaska airlines, frustration with Boeing's manufacturing problems is boiling over

The CEOs of Alaska Airlines and United Airlines say they are frustrated and angry about ongoing manufacturing problems at Boeing

Southwest Airlines flight attendants’ union OKs strike

A union representing Southwest Airlines flight attendants voted to authorize a strike on Tuesday, after the members rejected a contract deal put forward by the union in December

Excessively farting passenger forces American Airlines flight to turn around

An American Airlines plane was reportedly forced to return to the gate due to high wind — a “disgruntled” passenger’s smelly farts

Frontier Airlines Announces Massive Expansion At 38 Airports

These new services are set to begin in April, May, or June

At This Mexico City Hotel, Escape Is the Color Green

When real estate developer Octavio Aguilar saw the decadent Mexico City mansion at Luis G Urbino 84, home to only two families since it was built in the 1940s, he knew it would be a hotel, his hotel

Why This 5-Star Italian Hotel Was The Hottest Spot At Venice Cocktail Week

The super-luxe St. Regis Venice hosted a series of cool collabs and mixology mashups

This Is the One Word You Can't Say on a Cruise Ship, According to a Passenger Who Accidentally Said It

Nine-month cruise ship passenger Marc Sebastian reveals the one word you don't say on a cruise in a new video posted on TikTok on Monday

Storm-Damaged Cruise Ship Maud Will Resume Sailing in April

The storm-damaged cruise ship Maud, marketed by Hurtigruten’s HX Expeditions, will remain out of service till mid-April as it undergoes repairs. The 16,150 gross ton cruise ship is currently at a shipyard in Bremerhaven, Germany

Silversea Postpones Silver Moon’s Upcoming Cruise

The upcoming cruise onboard the Silver Moon will depart three days after its original sailing date, Silversea Cruises said in a statement sent to booked guests. Visiting several destinations in the Indian Ocean and Southeast Asia, the voyage was set to depart from India on Feb. 11

British Virgin Islands Shatters Cruise Records in 2023

British Virgin Islands Port Authority announced a historic increase in cruise ship traffic and passenger numbers in 2023

22 Best Day Trips from Florence in 2024

Are you looking for the best day trips from Florence, Italy? From Cinque Terre to Pisa these are the top day trips from Florence you don't want to miss

Ecuador Has Declared a State of Emergency—Here’s What Travelers Need to Know

The South American country has increased security measures in response to a recent spate of violence following the prison escape of drug kingpin José Adolfo Macías earlier this month. Here’s the latest

Winning images from 2023 Travel Photographer of the Year contest reveal world’s beauty and tragedy

Mist rising from the Tuscan hills, a tiny fish staring at the ocean from inside the neck of a glass bottle, and a pangolin tucked contentedly under the chin of her carer are among the winning entries from the 2023 Travel Photographer of the Year competition

American Cruise Lines Christens American Glory in Key West

Highlighting its newest itinerary, American Cruise Lines on Monday officially welcomed its second Coastal Cat ship, American Glory, in Key West, Florida. Sailing round trip from St. Petersburg, American Glory will visit Punta Gorda, Marco Island and Key West on its seven-night Florida Gulf Coast

8 Cruise Ship Ports of Call That Get Canceled Often

From Alaska to Santorini, these are the cruise ship ports of call that get canceled most often

Holland America is out with another truly epic cruise

The 45-day sailing will take you to some of the world's most iconic historic sites without ever getting on an airplane

Frontier Airlines Airbus A321neo Featuring Costa Rican Sloth Lands In San Jose For The First Time

The airline has more than 50 aircraft dedicated to its endangered animals initiative

The Assassination of the First Earl of Moray

The assassination of regent James Stewart, First Earl of Moray, threw Scotland into civil war. Moray was assassinated by Hamilton of Bothwellhaugh, a supporter of Stewart's half-sister Queen Mary. In July 1567, Mary was forced to abdicate and Stewart was appointed regent of Scotland, earning him the disdain of the supporters of Scottish independence and his subsequent assassination.

United Airlines Launches It's First-ever Route to Alaska From This Major Hub

United will begin flying between Washington, D.C., and Anchorage on May 23

United Airlines CEO says airline will consider alternatives to Boeing's next airplane

The CEO of United Airlines is frustrated about ongoing manufacturing problems at Boeing, and his airline will consider alternatives to buying a future, larger version of the Boeing 737 Max

Is it worth it to stay at Disney hotels?

Disney hotels can get expensive. Here's why many fans are willing to pay to stay on property

The Most Stylish Hotels on The Planet

From an off-grid desert oasis to Kim Jones’ go-to Tokyo spot, we scoured the globe to track down the most visually exquisite hotels we’ve laid eyes on

International Travel Could Surpass Pre-Pandemic Levels This Year

The United Nations World Tourism Organization released new data on the growth of international tourism in 2023, and the projected increased travel in 2024, which could surpass pre-pandemic levels

These Are The Top 5 Trendiest U.S. Destinations Right Now According To New Report

Where are most Americans traveling right now? These are the trendiest U.S. destinations right now, according to new data

Switch grey skies for Europe's best winter sun destinations

Beat your winter blues with sunshine, blue skies, smaller crowds, and affordable accommodation

Time Out reveals world’s best cities for 2024

A city that's the main character in all your favorite TV shows and the inspiration behind countless songs is now Time Out's top city for 2024

Hawaii Travel Update: Governor Renews Threat To Ban Short-Term Vacation Rentals On Maui, Sets March 1 Deadline

Facing a housing crisis, Hawaii Governor Josh Green once again threatened to shut down all short-term vacation rentals in West Maui if the State's needs were not met

United Airlines To Launch First-Ever Route From Washington To Alaska

Service to Anchorage will begin in May

US airline group urges government action to address air traffic challenges

The group representing major U.S. airlines on Wednesday urged the Biden administration to take swift action to address a long-standing air traffic controller shortage and out-of-date facilities and technology

The Lesser-Known Hack for Upgrading Your Flight at a Discount

Here's how to bid on flight upgrades and try to purchase a discounted first-class, business-class, or premium economy seat on dozens of airlines

How the three-year cruise fell apart

Life at Sea Cruises promised a voyage like no other and would-be passengers deposited thousands of dollars to secure their dreams. And then everything went wrong

What Norwegian Cruise Line's sustainable cocktails taste like

Norwegian's new ship features Metropolitan Bar, a sustainability-focused venue that serves cocktails made with would-be food waste

Newest Carnival Cruise Ship Delayed for Next Sailing

Carnival Jubilee will be delayed back into Galveston, and the next embarkation will also be delayed for incoming guests

Carnival Bans Cruise Passenger Following Reckless Balcony Stunt

Carnival Jubilee's second cruise from Galveston became a real-life thriller when a female passenger's dangerous balcony stunt went viral, resulting in her

How to find hidden cameras in hotels and house rentals: We tested five ways — and one’s the clear winner

CNBC teamed with a spycam company, who hid 27 cameras in a house. We tested five methods, one which found more cameras than the other four methods, combined

Hilton signs nearly 400 hotels in 2023

Before its full-year and Q4 earnings release, Hilton shared an update on its 2023 performance

Best Valentine's Day hotel packages

These are our favorite romantic Valentine's Day hotel packages to book in January or February

Roe v. Wade

On January 22, 1973, the United States Supreme Court issued its opinion in the controversial landmark case of Roe v. Wade. The opinion, written by Justice Harry Blackmun, struck down state laws that made most abortions illegal. The opinion held that a woman could terminate a pregnancy until such time as a fetus became "viable". The opinion based much of its reasoning a a woman's "right to privacy" - a right not mentioned in the Constitution by which the Court derived as a logical conclusion from other explicit rights. Roe v. Wade remains one of the most contentious cases ever to be decided by the Supreme Court and is the object of much discussion and debate during election cycles.

As Travelers Search For Meaning, Indigenous Tourism Is Taking Off

Travelers are searching for meaning when they go somewhere - a deeper connection, a transformational experience. Indigenous tourism offers that. Here's how

20 Cheapest Places to Travel Around the World in 2024

These are the cheapest destinations to visit around the world in 2024, according to Kayak

The best travel photographs from around the globe

The winners of the annual International Travel Photographer of the Year were just announced. Here are the most striking images

Isla Mujeres is a quieter alternative to Cancun: Read our travel guide

Isla Mujeres gets only 20% of Cancun's tourists, making it perfect for a quieter Mexican escape. Here's what it's like to visit

These Are The Top 3 Islands In The Mexican Caribbean To Visit Right Now

New reports show that these three stunning destinations are the top islands in the Mexican Caribbean to visit right now

Edgar Allan Poe is Born

Edgar Allen Poe was born on January 19, 1809 in Boston, Massachusetts as the son of theatrical actors. Both parents died before he was three years old, events which very likely colored his young sensibilities and provided an almost neurotic obsession with death. He attended the University of Virginia, but accumulated gambling debts and was forced to leave, enlisting in the Army where he served for two years. He married his cousin Virginia when she was only 13 years old. In 1845 he published his poem "The Raven", which was an instant success and

American Airlines flight attendant faces child porn charge after allegedly filming minors in airplane bathrooms, DOJ says

A former American Airlines flight attendant faces federal child pornography charges as he is accused of trying to secretly film a 14-year-old girl using an airplane bathroom and possessing four videos of other young girls using lavatories aboard the planes he worked on, prosecutors said

American Airlines plane slides off runway at New York's Rochester Airport

There were 50 passengers and three crew members aboard the Embraer E145 airplane, an official confirmed. No one was hurt

These U.S. Airlines Have the Most and Least Legroom

A recent study analyzed the amount of available legroom on varying airlines' most popular routes, and ranked them in order of most legroom to least legroom

Developers plan $6 billion community on Lake Texoma that will be anchored by Margaritaville resort

It was first announced that Hard Rock would be building a 189-room hotel along the shorelines of Lake Texoma, though it appears they'll need to save a little room for some Parrotheads

Honolulu gets new AC Hotel by Marriott

Continental Assets Management—a private real estate investment and development company led by founder and CEO Andrew Chang—and Highgate have opened the 112-room AC Hotel by Marriott Honolulu, the brand's first property on the island of Oahu and the first business-traveler-driven concept in the area

Cruise Industry’s Destination Trends for 2024 and Beyond

Cruise Industry News selected some of the key destination and deployment trends for the cruise market in 2024 and beyond. More Ships to Florida With strong demand in North America, more ships are set to homeport in Florida than ever before. Carnival Cruise Line is repositioning the Carnival Venezia

These Adventure Cruises Have Unexpected Perks for Kids - and We're Not Talking About Waterslides

Think river cruises and expedition ships are off limits for kids? Christine Chitnis reports on the growing trend of welcoming tweens and teens on these eye-opening adventures

5 things to know aboard the Queen Mary 2

The Queen Mary 2 was built to make long transoceanic voyages, allowing it to travel the world. Here are 5 things to know before embarkation

5.6-magnitude earthquake strikes Oceania's Vanuatu Islands: Latest updates

In a significant seismic event, a magnitude-5.6 earthquake rattled the region near Sola, in the Torba province of Vanuatu, an island nation located in the South Pacific Ocean. The earthquake occurred at a depth of 10 kilometers, a relatively shallow

Why women are drawn to solo travel and how the tourism industry is responding

A majority of people traveling abroad alone these days are women, and demand for women-led tour groups is rising. Stephanie Sy takes a closer look at the reasons why women are drawn to solo travel and how the hospitality industry is taking notice

This train goes nowhere. Now it’s a luxury attraction

Kruger Shalati: The Train on the Bridge is a South African hotel where guests stay in train carriages that have been converted into luxury suites

The Largest U.S. Virgin Island Is Largely Unspoiled — Thanks to Its Eco-friendly Ethos

Low-impact tourism may not be the first thing we associate with the Caribbean. But St. Croix is a bright, eco-friendly exception

A mixed bag of Cape Town activities to get you settled into the new year

There is something for people from all walks of life to enjoy in the Mother City this weekend

Saudi Arabia unveils ‘THE RIG’

Saudi Arabia unveils masterplan for 'THE RIG'. It is the world's first adventure tourism destination project inspired by offshore oil platforms

Eastern Airlines Ceases Business

he 1980's were not kind to the legacy airlines. Deregulation brought onto the market a number of upstart airlines such as People Express. Legacy airlines like Eastern Airlines suddenly faced competition from the first wave of so-called "no-frills" carriers. Eastern was the largest employer in the Miami, Florida area. The company passed through a succession of managerial and financial maneuvers in an attempt to meet the challenge of the new operating environment. Ultimately, the company could not operate in the face of lower fares, union strikes, and poor management. On March 9, 1989, Eastern filed

Spirit Airlines is in trouble after the JetBlue deal was grounded

The ultra-low-cost carrier has a big pile of debt and has to ground 10% of its fleet in 2024

Boeing CEO: We’re going to learn from the Alaska Airlines incident

Boeing says its CEO told workers of Spirit AeroSystems — its subcontractor that builds the 737 Max 9 fuselage — that “we’re going to learn from” this month’s blowout on Alaska Airlines flight 1282

American Airlines Reflects On 50 Years Of Operations At DFW

The airline moved its headquarters to Fort Worth in 1974

Video Passengers of canceled 3-year world cruise seek fraud charges

At least 78 of the passengers sent a letter to the DOJ urging the department to investigate Life at Sea for fraud after millions were allegedly collected by the company

Royal Caribbean Addresses Rumor Spreading Among Passengers That 9-Month Cruise Could Be Cut Short

The Ultimate World Cruise is taking passengers on a journey to 11 world wonders in 274 days, but there are rumors among the passengers about it potentially ending sooner due to unrest in the Middle East

Cruise Line to Keep Sailing the Mediterranean After Exceeding Expectations

Due to popular feedback, Windstar cruises decides to keep Star Legend for another winter season in the Mediterranean

Bahamas shark experience temporarily closes after 10-year-old boy bitten by shark

A 10-year-old boy from the United States is in stable condition after he was bitten by a shark at a resort in the Bahamas, police said

The Dawn of a New Era: AI-Driven Hotel Management Systems and the Quantum Leap Forward

As we enter 2035, the hospitality industry is undergoing a transformative revolution, primarily driven by the synergistic blend of AI-driven Property Management Systems (PMS) and quantum computing

Taylor Swift 2024 Eras Tours Set to Boost Travel Demand in Europe

An increased travel demand to Europe has been evident, with the American singer and performer Taylor Swift being the main reason behind this surge

Agritourism has power to establish rural South Africa as a hot tourist destination too

Despite major imbalances and inequality, which are widely documented, South Africa is still home to all kinds and varieties of farming. Of course, commercial agriculture is dominant, and has been for ages, but subsistence farming in many rural communities continues to endure

These Are The Top 4 Trending European Destinations To Visit In 2024 According To New Report

Allianz Partners USA recently released a report on the four destinations that are expected to trend among U.S. travelers this 2024

Antarctic tourism: Should we just say no?

More people are visiting the frozen continent than ever before. Has the very idea of Antarctic tourism become unethical

Could adult-only flights really ‘take off’?

The recent news that Dutch carrier Corendon Airlines has started offering adult-only areas on its flights garnered widespread media attention around the world. Rightly so, as it seems that passengers have long been crying out for this service

Collette’s ‘Patagonia: Edge of the World’ tour offers great trails for hikes and walks

Pawtucket, RI (January 18, 2024) – Collette’s “Patagonia: Edge of the World” tour is perfect for travelers who like to stay active while they’re out exploring. The two-week tour features stops at some tremendous areas for walks and hikes. Torres Del Paine National Park is one of the continent’s most spectacular national parks and is wildly popular with hikers. It holds over 700 square miles (1813km2) of pure amazement, with mountains, glaciers, lakes, rivers, cliffs, waterfalls, fjords, forests, and grasslands all within its boundaries. It’s got loads of wildlife, including guanacos (related to llamas), pumas, foxes, huemul (South Andean deer), wild horses, condors, eagles, hawks, rheas, and owls

Benjamin Franklin Born

On this day in 1706, American statesman, inventor, author, printer, satirist, politician, and diplomat Benjamin Franklin was born. Franklin invented the lightning rod, bifocals, the Franklin stove, and a variety of other devices, including the forerunner of the car odometer. He instituted the first public lending library and the first fire department in America. As a diplomat, he convinced the French to support the American Revolution. He was an early

The Travel Institute kicks off 60th Anniversary Year with Special Scholarship Fund for New Agents

FRAMINGHAM, MA, January 16, 2024 – The Travel Institute is kicking off its year-long 60th Anniversary Celebration with a newly dedicated TRIPKITSM Scholarship Fund. Available during Q1 2024 while funds last, the scholarship offers tuition assistance on the education leader’s award-winning new agent training program. The year-long celebration will also include additional, new curriculum programs including webinars and other educational events, reflections from industry leaders, key milestones, a special gift for certified graduates, and more to be announced throughout 2024

OutsideAgents.com Names Andrea Wright as Vice President, Luxury Sales

OutsideAgents.com, America's premier host agency, is excited to announce the hiring of travel industry professional Andrea Wright as Vice President, Luxury Sales. She joins OutsideAgents.com with over 25 years of hospitality experience

Japan Airlines names former cabin attendant as first female president

TOKYO, Jan 17 (Reuters) - Japan Airlines (9201.T), opens new tab named its first female president on Wednesday, a former cabin attendant who rose through the ranks to senior management, taking a deeply symbolic step in a country struggling to close a vast gender gap at work

American passenger bites flight attendant forcing plane to return to Tokyo, airline says

An American airline passenger allegedly bit a female cabin crew member mid-flight on Tuesday, forcing an All Nippon Airways (ANA) flight bound for Seattle to return to Tokyo, an airline spokesperson said

JetBlue-Spirit Airlines merger blocked by judge over fears it would hurt competition

Federal judge rules that JetBlue's $3.8 billion purchase of Spirit would limit options for travelers by reducing the number of discount carriers

Seven Ships Are Entering Service for New Operators in 2024

Seven cruise ships are scheduled to debut for new operators in 2024. Involved in a number of different transactions, the vessels will serve their new operators in various roles across the world

More Cruises Cancel Red Sea Electing to Deadhead Around Africa

The cruise industry is joining other sectors of the shipping market including tankers and LNG carriers in increasing the diversions away from the Red

Expedition Cruise Network welcomes three new members

The Expedition Cruise Network (ECN) has welcomed new members Aqua Expeditions, Aranui Cruises and Scenic Luxury Cruises and Tours to the network

Best Babymoon Destinations for a Peaceful and Accommodating Trip

A babymoon is a special trip taken by expectant parents before the arrival of their baby. Being treated to a relaxing getaway while literally

Explore Turku–Åland–Stockholm Route with Nordic charm

The Turku–Åland–Stockholm route is a mesmerising journey that takes you through the heart of the Nordic region, offering an array of unforgettable experiences. This route, traversing through Finland and Sweden, is a blend of historic charm, stunning natural beauty, and vibrant urban life

These Are the Best International Travel Destinations of 2024, According to Tripadvisor

Tripadvisor named Tokyo its top trending destination for 2024. See where else made the list

This is officially the greenest country in Europe

A new study reveals the top 10 eco-friendly countries in Europe

9 Australian Destinations for Your Down Under Bucket List

The top nine destinations to add to your Australia travel bucket list, including Tasmania, Byron Bay, Phillip Island and more

The top 9 'must-have' travel experiences of 2024, according to luxury advisors

The luxury travel company Virtuoso asked 20,000 travel advisors to share the experiences that should top travelers' lists in 2024

More Galapagos and Red Sea Cruises Rerouted Due to Political Unrest

Celebrity Cruises is taking extraordinary steps to keep its Galapagos customers safe. Silversea is canceling a cruise in the Red Sea. From South America to the Middle East, political unrest continued to keep the cruise industry—and the travel advisors who sell its products—on their toes last week

Kona airport expected to reopen Tuesday after closing due to runway cracks

The Hawaii Department of Transportation is working with contractors to mill and resurface a 10 foot-by-10 foot area, and the work is expected to be completed before sunrise

US airlines cancel another 1200 flights Tuesday

Winter weather is continuing to disrupt air travel on Tuesday

American Airlines Passengers Wait For Hours To Deplane As Winter Weather Disrupts Nashville

American Airlines passengers flying into Nashville International Airport (BNA) yesterday faced lengthy delays as the facility tackled extreme winter weather conditions. While snow and ice sometimes cause flights to be canceled without going anywhere, these delays were particularly frustrating as they occurred after landing in the Tennessee capital

World’s Largest Cruise Ships Meet in CocoCay

Royal Caribbean International’s Icon of the Seas and the Wonder of the Seas met in the Bahamas earlier this week. Currently serving as the world’s largest cruise ships, the vessels docked simultaneously at the company’s private island destination Perfect Day at CocoCay

You can get unlimited Starbucks drinks on Norwegian cruises for $15.50 a day – and one TikToker claims it's a 'really good deal'

Norwegian Cruise Line offers unlimited Starbucks drinks for $15.50 a day, which a TikToker says is a "really good deal."

These are the celebrity-approved Cannes hotels

The best hotels in Cannes, including five-star, la Croisette and city centre. Browse our favourite Cannes hotels, from Hotel Martinez to Tiara Yaktsa

Australia’s hotel industry breaks new ground with Trilogy Hotels

Three of Australia’s top hospitality innovators have launched a new venture poised to advance the hotel industry in Australia and New Zealand. Scott Boyes, Tony Ryan and Grant Alchin are combining their hospitality experience to deliver hotel owners and hotel brands

The 18th Amendment to the US Constitution Ratified

On this day in 1920, the 18th Amendment to the US Constitution went into effect, initiating Prohibition. The new law forbade the sale, manufacture, transportation and consumption of alcohol throughout the United States. The primary support for Prohibition came from Protestants of each party in both the North and the Southern United States. Organized crime launched into an enthusiastic black market, as millions of Americans imbibed on the sly. Congress repealed the Eighteenth Amendment in 1933, during the Great Depression, with ratification of the Twenty-first Amendment.

The best things to do in Jamaica

Here's a selection of the best things to do in Jamaica, from exploring the capital to outdoor adventuring on the coast

Selfies are more lethal than shark attacks. Should more tourist destinations ban them?

Selfie bans are becoming more common in popular tourist spots. Here's how they save lives

Personal Safety Tips When Traveling To Latin America

Latin America is a fascinating and diverse region that attracts millions of tourists every year

What's going on with the January 2024 eruption in Reykjanes?

Everything we know so far about the latest volcanic eruption in Reykjanes

The places you won’t be able to visit in 2024

This year was all about making up for lost time. Following the pandemic, visitors flooded Europe’s biggest cities and America’s national parks as a form of “revenge travel,” going to – or returning to – some of the destinations that had been inaccessible during the Covid-19 pandemic

Passengers boarding plane with no airline logo sparks wild theories

Social-media users had some creative theories about the origins of the plane, with one saying it was headed for Area 51

Alaska Airlines begins preliminary inspections on up to 20 Boeing 737-9 MAX

Alaska Airlines (ALK.N) has begun preliminary inspections on some of its Boeing 737-9 MAX aircrafts this weekend, adding that up to 20 planes could undergo inspection, the company said on Saturday

Southwest Airlines making a major onboard change

Southwest Airlines has tread very lightly with its customers since its 2022 holiday meltdown. The company largely botched the public relations side of handling the mass cancellation of flights which left tens of thousands of people stranded

What it’s like to fly on a business-class-only airline

From rare champagne tastings to book signings onboard, La Compagnie goes the extra mile - while being more affordable

Norovirus outbreak leaves nearly 100 Celebrity cruise passengers sick

Celebrity Cruises guests got sick in a norovirus outbreaking during a sailing that ended this week

These 'Wave Season' Cruise Deals Include Discounted Trips, Free Upgrades, and Onboard Credits

Major cruise lines are offering deals, perks and discounts on 2024 trips and beyond

Los Angeles Planning New Cruise Terminal

“We came out of Covid stronger than we were going in,” said Chris Chase, marketing manager for the Port of Los Angeles. The port now has year-round business from Royal Caribbean, which was in the works pre-pandemic, but is now a reality, he said

This Former Convent In Rome Is Now A Luxury Boutique Hotel

The 17th-century Palazzo Ripetta is located near the Piazza del Popolo and the iconic shopping street Via del Corso

The Only Hotel in South Florida With Its Own Yacht Is Offering Guests Complimentary Cruises for a Luxurious Way to See Palm Beach

The iconic Brazilian Court Hotel is giving guests a unique way to experience Florida's Gold Coast

The British Museum Opens

Sir Hans Sloane was a naturalist who had managed to amass an enormous collection of books, manuscripts, dried plants, and antiquities from his travels. As he neared his death, he did not wish to see his collection broken up or, worse yet, forgotten. Sloane bequeathed his collection to King George II who, in turn, gave his royal assent to an Act of Parliament to establish the British Museum using Sloane's collection as a foundation. Two large libraries of books, one of which included the only surviving copy of Beowulf

This Southern City Was Just Named the No. 1 Food Destination in the U.S., According to Tripadvisor

Love planning trips around a great meal? Here's why you should plan a visit to New Orleans in 2024

5.2 Earthquake jolts up Papua New Guinea in Oceania

Papa New Guinea was afflicted due to a harrowing earthquake relating to a magnitude of 5.2. Officials are yet to check the tremor zone for damages

Why This Underrated Latin American Country Is Breaking Tourism Records

This surprising Central American country, known for its stunning volcanoes, welcomed more tourists than ever in 2023

Best tour companies for travelers over 50 for 2024

Older travelers who want to explore the world can pick from these nine tour companies that go above and beyond, like Backroads and Globus

These Are the Safest Countries and Cities in the World for Travelers

For travelers wondering what the world's safest countries and cities are, a recent ranking lists those that have the lowest crime rates and are safest for visitors

Buildings burn as lava from Icelandic volcano eruption flows into evacuated fishing town

Iceland's National Commissioner of Police has ordered residents in the fishing town of Grindavík to evacuate by Monday night after volcanic fissures opened

The Battle of New Orleans

The War of 1812 was over. On December 12, 1814, the United States and Britain signed the Treaty of Ghent, ending the war. Unfortunately, American forces under the command of General Andrew Jackson and British forces encamped near New Orleans were unaware of that fact. The two armies had been facing each other just south of New Orleans since mid-December and news traveled slowly. On January 8, 1815, British forces attacked Jackson's

U.S. airlines cancel over 1,200 flights due to massive winter storm

Airlines in the United States canceled more than 1,200 flights on Friday after a massive winter storm knocked out power and affected businesses in 12 states, with forecast of a brutal freeze over the weekend

United Airlines plane makes an emergency landing after a warning about a possible door issue

A United Airlines jet cut short a flight Wednesday and landed in Tampa, Florida, after pilots were alerted about a possible issue with a door, according to an airport spokesperson. Last week, a plug that takes the place of a door on some Boeing Max 9 jetliners blew off an Alaska Airlines plane

Maker of Boeing door plugs was sued over ‘quality failures' before midair Alaska Airlines blowout

Spirit AeroSystems, the manufacturer of the Alaska Airlines door plug that detached from the 737 Max 9 plane, said Wednesday it’s supporting the NTSB investigation into the failure

Carnival Cruise Line offers key warning for all cruise passengers

When you get on a cruise ship, you're opting into a vacation that's different than any land-based option. The first thing to remember is that cruise ships move. They're affected by weather, and rough seas affect even the largest ships. That aspect of cruising has improved as stabilizer technology has advanced

AECO, Cruise Iceland deplore timeframe for introducing Iceland overnight tax

Representatives of Cruise Iceland and AECO take a dim view of the time frame allocated for introducing an overnight tax on cruise ships in Iceland

Security review after guest takes gun on cruise ship

Port officials at Palm Beach have initiated a security review after a Margaritaville at Sea guest brought a loaded gun aboard undetected

Kona Village Resort review

Kona Village, a Rosewood Resort brings a beloved vacation hotel back to luxurious life on Hawaii's Big Island

World's First Virgin Hotel, world record in Chicago, Illinois

The Virgin Hotels Chicago (formerly Old Dearborn Bank Building or 203 North Wabash Avenue) a historic building in the Loop community area of Chicago, Illinois, is the first of Richard Branson's Virgin Hotels brand boutique hotels geared toward the female business traveler; the 250-room hotel sets the world record for being the World's First Virgin Hotel

Travel issues happen, should you record your customer service call?

If you want better customer service, recording a call sometimes works, and sometimes it doesn't. But there's an even better way to solve this problem

These Are the Best (and Most Affordable) European Cities for a Weekend Trip

Need a quick escape? Here are the best European cities to visit for a weekend getaway, according to new research

Pet travel services market globally to grow by 2030

By 2030, the worldwide market for pet travel services is predictable to go up to USD 3.73 billion, expanding at a CAGR of 9.69% during the time of 2024 to 2030

Get Ready to Pay More in Bag Fees, Travel Experts Predict

According to the experts at Going, formerly known as Scott's Cheap Flights, the cost of checking luggage when you fly will increase in cost in 2024. Here are the rest of their travel predictions

$1.2 Trillion US Travel Industry Is Plummeting, Says New Study

Plagued by ongoing staffing shortages, visa delays and even political division, the US travel industry has lagged competitors in reclaiming its share of international visitors since the Covid-19 pandemic. By the end of 2023, the domestic sector reached just 84% of 2019 visitation levels, according to the US Travel Association

This is where to travel in 2024, according to the New York Times

From Maui to Manchester, these are the destinations to visit this year, according to the New York Times

The First Woman Elected to the US Senate

On January 12, 1932, the state of Arkansas elected Hattie Ophelia Wyatt Caraway in a special election to the United States Senate, making her the first woman elected to the Senate. She succeeded her husband, Thaddeus H. Caraway, who died in office. The governor appointed Ms. Caraway after which the special election was held and she won and retained her seat. A Democrat, she served for fourteen years

Celestyal Expands North American Trade Team

ATHENS, GREECE (January 09, 2024) – Celestyal, the award-winning, number one choice for travelers to the Greek Islands and beyond, continues to expand its dedicated North American trade team with the addition of four new members, bringing its total team in the region to 11 with additional recruitment currently underway. The cruise line has also restructured the sales and marketing department in North America and created new functional roles

Hilton Looks to Both the Midscale and the Upscale This Week

Travelers on the road for long periods—and travel advisors working from far-flung destinations—have a new option, as Hilton this week rolled a new studio apartment-style, extended stay hotel brand. Priced at the “lower-midscale,” LivSmart Studios by Hilton addresses the growing “resilient $300 billion workforce travel market,” said brand leader Isaac Lake

American Airlines' frequent flyer program is changing. Here's what you need to know

American made a host of changes to its lucrative frequent flyer program to encourage travelers to sign up

Two retirees say their vacation was ruined after an airline flew them to the wrong island despite checking their tickets 5 times

Two retirees were flown to the wrong island by UK-based airline Jet2 after being placed on a different flight even after their tickets were checked multiple times, several local news sites reported

Alaska Airlines cancels all Boeing 737-9 MAX flights through Jan. 13

Alaska Airlines announced Wednesday that it would cancel all flights on Boeing 737-9 MAX aircraft through Saturday as it continues to deal with the fallout from an exit door that flew off one of its planes mid-flight last week

Another Cruise Ship Reroutes Amidst Rising Tensions

Silversea Cruises adapts to geopolitical unrest, ensuring passenger safety with itinerary adjustments for one of its ships

Is travel insurance for a cruise worth it? What it covers, and why you should consider it

Cruise travel insurance can ensure smooth sailing for your next vacation. Here's why you should consider the extra protection

It's official: MSC Cruises is expanding to Galveston

MSC Cruises is expanding beyond the US East Coast for the first time with sailings from the Port of Galveston, starting in November 2025

I took a cruise on a ship with 107 versus 7000 passengers: here's how they compared

Today’s newest cruise ships are like floating cities, with the largest vessels able to accommodate around 7,000 guests. When accounting for crew members, roughly 10,000 people may be aboard the world’s megaships at any given time

This New Hotel Is One of the Most Luxurious Stays in Finland — and We Were Among the First to Stay

The Hotel Maria just opened in Helsinki with a restaurant serving a hyper-local, seven-course tasting menu and a distinctly Finnish spa

AC Hotel by Marriott Honolulu Debuts in the Heart of Downtown Honolulu

Continental Assets Management is a premier private real estate investment and development company led by Founder and CEO Andrew Chang. Together

The world's most powerful passports for 2024

In a big shakeup of a quarterly list of the world's most powerful passports, an unprecedented six countries are tied in the top spot for the hottest travel documents for 2024

Is it safe to travel to Ecuador right now? Latest travel advice

A state of emergency has been declared in Ecuador following widespread gang violence. Here's what we know so far about visiting Ecuador

World's natural wonders full of litter and crowds

World's natural wonders full of litter and crowds. Travellers appreciate the Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site for being beautiful

The safest countries in the world for travelers in 2024

Safety is top of mind for 2024 travelers, and these 15 countries have been ranked the safest destinations

Procida in Italy emerges as Europe's iconic honeymoon destination

Procida in Italy emerges as Europe's iconic honeymoon destination. It rivals other Italian hotspots that are popular for their colourful buildings

This 25-day All-inclusive Private Jet Tour Stops in 9 Secluded Destinations Around the World

A new all-inclusive private jet tour takes travelers to nine remote destinations around the world for $230,000

The First Clinical Use of Insulin

In 1889, a Polish physician, Oscar Minkowski, removed the pancreas from a healthy dog and noted that the animal suffered an immediate rise in blood sugar. Thirty-three years later in 1922, a Canadian researcher, Frederick Banting, read Minkowski's notes and determined that diabetes might be treated with a pancreatic extract of insulin. He was provided a laboratory in which to work at the University of Toronto. On January 11, 1922, a 14-year-old diabetic boy lay dying at the Toronto General Hospital. Banting gave the boy, Leonard Thompson, an injection of the crude insulin

Global airline passenger traffic reached 99% of 2019 levels in November

Global passenger traffic was within 1 percentage point of 2019 levels in November last year, according to the latest data from IATA, as it closes on the pre-Covid peak

American Airlines flight diverted after man punches flight attendant

An American Airlines passenger who drank alcohol punched a flight attendants

Boeing CEO says company is "acknowledging our mistake" after Alaska Airlines door blowout

The door plug of a 737 Max 9 blew out during an Alaska Airlines flight, just minutes after the plane had taken off from Portland, Oregon

Video US Airlines cancel flights to Ecuador

The move follows a wave of armed attacks in the South American nation, including one on a television studio during a live broadcast. ABC News' Rhiannon Ally

What are the best cruise ships and cruise lines of 2024? Cast your votes

What are the best cruise ships and cruise lines sailing seas and rivers around the world? Vote now for your favorites

American Cruise Lines to Improve Fleet Accessibility in ADA Settlement

American Cruise Lines which operates a fleet of U.S.-flagged coastal and inland passenger cruise ships has reached an agreement with the U.S. Attorney’s Office that calls for improving accessibility

Celestyal Eyeing More Growth, More Ships

“We’re building a platform for future growth,” said Chris Theophilides, CEO, Celestyal Cruises. “Our aspiration is not to remain a two-ship line but to get from two ships to more ships, and we to ensure that we’re operating in more parts of the world and on a year-round basis

10 destinations welcoming sustainable travellers in 2024

With huge numbers of travellers now seeking to travel more lightly and mindfully, these destinations are making sustainable travel easier this year

Visa-Free Travel Is A Boon For Tourists And Destinations Alike

Visa-free travel is a boon both for tourists and destinations as it boosts tourism and is a way of saving time, money and hassle

Canada Is The Safest Country To Travel In 2024; Here's Why

Looking to have a happy and safe trip? This is the safest country to travel in 2024, according to a new report

Grand Velas Boutique Hotel Los Cabos Opens in Mexico

Mexican Hotel Collection Velas Resorts Expands to Three in the Destination With New Boutique Hotel Property for Adults Only

The London Underground

On January 10, 1863, the London Underground became the first underground rail system in the world. In 1890, the world's first electric trains began operation at the Underground. The original track ran between London's Paddington station and Farringdon station. Today, the Underground, or "Tube", has 270 active stations and 250 miles of track, making it the longest metro system in the Western hemisphere and the second longest in the world, after the Shanghai Metro.

Alaska Airlines' decision not to ground Boeing jet despite warning signs comes under scrutiny

The decision by Alaska Airlines to stop flying one of its planes due to warnings — yet keep flying it over land — is raising questions

JetBlue's CEO to step down, will be replaced by 1st woman to lead a big U.S. airline

JetBlue said Monday that CEO Robin Hayes will step down next month and be replaced by the airline's president, Joanna Geraghty, who will be the first woman to lead a major U.S. carrier

Alaska and United confirm finding defects in multiple 737 MAX 9 jets

Alaska and United Airlines say they have identified and are working to remedy issues with some Boeing 737 MAX 9 jets after the planes were grounded

New 2024 Drydock Report Out Now

The new 2024 Drydocking and Refurbishment Report by Cruise Industry News is out now, with more drydock days predicted in 2024 than ever before for the cruise industry. The report provides a comprehensive 120-page overview of the market, including a 2024-2025-2026 drydocking schedule

7 Strange (and Wonderful) Cruise Ships You Didn't Know About

From lavish sailing yachts to converted tugboats and a Bering Sea crabber, these are the most unique ships at sea

Best Cruise Ships Launching in 2024

Cruises are a prominent sector within the broader leisure travel and tourism industry, spanning regions worldwide. In 2022, the global revenue of

Cruising Into 2024: Trends Shaping the Cruise Industry

As we roll into 2024, here are the trends shaping the cruise industry. With younger guests and more limitations, here's what to look for

21 injured in explosion at downtown Fort Worth hotel

The explosion at the Sandman Signature Fort Worth Downtown Hotel appears to have been caused by “some type of gas leak," the Fort Worth Fire Department said, noting that the cause had not been confirmed

Hard Rock Hotel developer will turn a New Orleans skyscraper into a $90 million hotel

The lead developer of the Hard Rock Hotel, which collapsed while under construction in 2019, has begun construction on a major new project in a former downtown office building two

A Total Solar Eclipse Is Coming this April. These Tour Operators Will Plan Your Trip for You

Consider booking one of these 4 tours for the April 2024 total solar eclipse, which include a 16-day trip with Intrepid Travel and a cruise with Holland America

I've Visited Aruba More Than 30 Times — Here's How to Plan the Perfect Trip

Everything you need to plan the perfect trip to Aruba, including where to stay, what to do, and the best time to visit

Bali Lovers Feel Island Is No Longer A Cheap Travel Destination

For decades Bali has been considered one of the world's most affordable travel destinations but it seems like all that is changing, fast

Vietnam Vs Thailand: A Guide To Choose The Perfect Travel Destination In 2024

Explore the vibrant cultures, diverse landscapes, and thrilling adventures as we delve into the Vietnam vs Thailand debate

Why you should consider visiting Japan in 2024

Are you already planning your next trip abroad? You should be, with all the upcoming public holidays for 2024. If so, Japan should definitely be on your bucket list. This stunning Asian country offers countless reasons to visit

Both coasts and the central U.S. hammered by winter storms, causing power outages and travel chaos

The National Weather Service in Seattle issued a rare blizzard warning for western Washington on Monday night, its first for the area since 2012, before whiteout conditions descended

The Battle of New Orleans

The War of 1812 was over. On December 12, 1814, the United States and Britain signed the Treaty of Ghent, ending the war. Unfortunately, American forces under the command of General Andrew Jackson and British forces encamped near New Orleans were unaware of that fact. The two armies had been facing each other just south of New Orleans since mid-December and news traveled slowly. On January 8, 1815, British forces attacked

Alaska Airlines 737 lands safely after a window blows out 3 miles over Oregon

The flight returned safely to Portland about 20 minutes after it took off. The airline has grounded all 65 of its Boeing 737-9 Max aircraft for inspections

I worked in aviation safety before becoming a reporter. See why I think Japan Airlines' excellent safety video helped save 379 lives.

As a former airline safety professional, I think JAL's preflight safety video helped save the lives of the 379 people who survived the terrible crash

United and Alaska Cancel Hundreds of Flights after Mid-Air Incident

United Airlines and Alaska Airlines canceled more than 350 flights on Monday, representing 8% of United’s schedule and 20% of Alaska’s, as the FAA grounded 171 Boeing 737 Max 9s airplanes following an incident on Friday

Norway Moves Aggressively To Curb Cruise Ship Emissions

To protect its fragile fjords, Norway will allow only low emissions cruise ships to sail in them starting in 2026

Port of Cabo Rojo Welcomes Its First Ship

The Dominican Republic has welcomed the first cruise ship of 2024 to the newly completed first phase of the Port of Cabo Rojo in Pedernales

Cruise News Update: Deck Parties, World Cruise, Largest Ship

Cruise Hive has another round-up of the cruise news from the past week, including cabin safety, world cruise, deck parties and more

From Botswana to Costa Rica: A Curated Tour of the Most Interesting New Hotels of 2024

A host of stylish new properties by names like Habitas and Montage are on the horizon. We share which names are on our radar and the suites to book

Olympic Night will see exorbitant hotel prices in Paris

As the Olympic Games for 2024 draw close, the hotel price for the opening night will surge exponentially compared to other rates

These Are The Current U.S. Travel Advisories For The 6 Most Popular Destinations In Mexico

Travelers are flocking in droves to Mexico. These are the current U.S. travel advisories for the 6 most popular destinations in the country

6 Winter Getaway Destinations on the East Coast

Forecasters are calling for an extra-­snowy season for the Mid-Atlantic and much of the East Coast, and if just the talk of snowflakes has you dreaming of winter adventure, you’re not alone

What to know about travel in 2024: More requirements, safer trips?

If you're planning to travel somewhere in 2024, you probably have lots of questions. Like, how much will it cost? Is it safe? Are there places I should avoid

7 affordable family travel adventures

While a trip to the destination of your dreams is never going to be cheap, group travel tours can save you time, money and a lot of stress

Exceptional winter storm to bring travel woes as it wallops Southeast with severe winds, rain and likely tornadoes

A whirlwind of heavy winter weather is in store for the Southeast on Monday, where a quick-moving storm is set to dump heavy rain, damaging winds and possible tornadoes before creating a headache for those farther north

I've Visited Aruba More Than 30 Times - Here's How to Plan the Perfect Trip

Everything you need to plan the perfect trip to Aruba, including where to stay, what to do, and the best time to visit

Influencers are the new travel agents: Here's how creators are using their adventures to build businesses, from planning group trips to becoming certified advisors

Platforms like TikTok and Instagram have changed the way people travel; some are now booking trips with their favorite creators

The First Female Governor

On this day in 1925, Wyoming seated Nellie Tayloe Ross as the governor of the state, making Ross the first woman to serve as governor of a U.S. state. She was elected in a special election following the death of William Ross, her husband and the Governor she succeeded. She lost in the general elections in 1926, but remained active in politics. President Franklin D. Roosevelt appointed Ross as the Director of the U.S. Mint in 1933, and she became the first woman to serve in that capacity. She retired in 1953 after serving 5 terms as Director of the Mint. She died in 1977 at the age of 101.

There is now a new low-cost airline flight to Greece

Over the last five years, there has been an explosion of low-cost airlines promising to fly travelers to places formerly only served by mainstream airlines

DOT Sec. Pete Buttigieg tells TPG why air travel worked better in 2023

U.S. flight cancellations fell to their lowest rate in at least a decade, the Department of Transportation said. In an interview with TPG, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg explained why

7 Under-the-radar Beach Towns in Mexico — Including One With Thousands of Flamingos

These Mexico beach towns have all of the beauty and none of the crowds or high price tags

How airline passengers managed to survive fiery runway collision in Japan

A fiery runway collision at a Tokyo airport stunned the world Tuesday with dramatic imagery. All of the airline passengers survived, but five crew members on a Coast Guard plane involved in the accident were killed

NCL Removes Upcharge for American Diner

Lovers of milkshakes and mozzarella sticks rejoice: Norwegian Cruise Line has removed the upcharge for its comfort-food-filled specialty restaurant, American Diner, at lunch and dinner

Carnival Cruise Line shares a warning for passengers

Booking a cruise works differently than booking a traditional vacation. While buy-now-pay-later enables passengers to space out payments for all sorts of travel, cruises have always offered that option. Generally, to book a cruise, you put down a deposit and then can either pay over time or make a lump-sum payment to close out your bill

Passengers on nine-month world cruise share videos of flooding weeks into journey

The cruise left for its nine-month trip in December 2023

Paris hotels triple prices for Olympics opening night, study shows

Paris hotels are tripling their prices to more than 1,000 euros ($1,092) on average for the opening night of the 2024 Olympic games, according to a consumer organisation study

The sexiest new hotels for 2024

From LA to Bangkok, Madagascar to Transylvania, here are 24 of the best-looking new hotel openings for 2024

Europe's most anticipated hotel openings in 2024

London continues to take the lead with the latest debut from the Maybourne Hotel Group, owner of Claridge's. Elsewhere in Europe, Rosewood opened a hotel in Munich and the branch will soon be heading to Amsterdam

8 Trip-Planning Tips for Blind or Visually Impaired Travelers

If you or someone you know is visually impaired, use these travel tips, tour operator recs, and resource suggestions for blind and visually impaired travelers

Are we seeing the slow decline of the travel selfie?

With tourists around the world behaving badly in their quest to get the perfect Insta shot, some destinations and tour operators are working to get visitors to go beyond the selfie

Tourist taxes: All of the cities and countries you will have to pay to enter in 2024

From Venice to Bali, new fees are being charged to try and combat over-tourism

8 of the best things to do in Queensland

Looking for things to do in Queensland? It has heaps to offer travellers, from its famous Great Barrier Reef to the buzzing city of Brisbane and wonderful wildlife

These were some of 2023’s worst destinations for overtourism. Here’s how to avoid the crowds next year

A post-pandemic travel surge has inundated destinations with visitors at the height of summer. Here's what you need to know enjoy crowd-free vacations in 2024

A Botched Arrest Foils the King

Charles I was King of England, Scotland, and Ireland in 1642. These were not happy times for the monarchy. A rising Protestant movement and resentment against Charles' belief in the "divine right of kings", along with the levying of taxes without Parliament's consent caused much discontent. On January 4, 1642, Charles entered the House of Commons to arrest five members on charges of high treason. News of the King's actions, however

Travelers are eager to book Collette’s ‘Patagonia: Edge of the World’ Explorations tour

Pawtucket, RI (January 3, 2024) – Collette’s “Patagonia: Edge of the World” small group Explorations tour has been a hit with travelers. North America’s longest-running tour operator has seen a surge in interest for this region that stretches across Argentina and Chile as bookings for 2024 and 2025 have opened up. The tour features a four-day cruise through the fjords and ethereal wilderness of Patagonia. Travelers also have the chance to learn about Chilean culture from the locals. In the midst of nature, they'll experience a

Korean Air Debuts World’s First Airline Safety Video With ‘Virtual’ Human

The carrier is now playing the clip on all of its flights

The world's most punctual airlines for 2023

Aviation analytics company Cirium has crunched numbers to reveal which airlines and airports around the world have the best on-time ratings

Luxury Boutique Aspen Hotel Opened

Located at the corner of Garmsich and Main Streets across from Paepcke Park, the hotel features 68 guestrooms and a distinctive selection of public spaces including: a lobby retail boutique, roof terrace spa pool set to open Spring 2024, and flexible event spaces

New Disney World discounts, including free dining plans for Disney+ subscribers

Disney World has hotel and dining discounts that can save money on your next stay and make your next trip even more magical

NCL Removes Upcharge for American Diner

Lovers of milkshakes and mozzarella sticks rejoice: Norwegian Cruise Line has removed the upcharge for its comfort-food-filled specialty restaurant, American Diner, at lunch and dinner. Available on six Breakaway and Breakaway Plus ships (but not the new Prima class), American Diner offers handheld

NC man charged in Alaskan cruise scam

Charles Johnson was using his travel agency to take payments for cruises that were canceled without refunding the money to the victims

Royal Caribbean's World Cruise Has Flooding Just 3 Weeks Into Voyage

Royal Caribbean's Ultimate World Cruise is having some flooding issues due to severe weather and wind-driven rain

China Eases Visa Rules For US Citizens

US citizens will no longer be required to provide proof of bookings or itineraries when applying for China's tourist visa (L-1 visa)

How Patagonia's Rugged and Remote Northern Region Is Luring in the Safari Set

Antarctic cruises already bring travelers to Patagonia's southern extremes. Now, Northern Patagonia is on the radar for experienced safari devotees

Favorite Travel Destinations Of The Rich And Famous

There's no better way to feel the ting of FOMO than browsing the vacation photos of the rich and the famous. Celebrities travel better than anyone

These Are The Top 6 Fastest Growing European Destinations Right Now

Recent data shows that these six countries are the fastest growing travel destinations in Europe right now

How to Actually Relax on Vacation

How to relax on vacation? It's easier said than done. As much as we love a holiday, the combination of planning, booking, traveling, and being in an unfamiliar place can be exceedingly stressful

The March of Dimes

In the early part of the 20th century, polio either killed or paralyzed thousands of Americans. President Franklin D. Roosevelt, himself a victim, founded the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis on January 3, 1938. Better known as the March of Dimes, the Foundation raised money for polio research and treatment for victims and the care of those afflicted with the disease. The campaign asked all Americans to contribute ten cents to fight polio.

The Travel Institute mourns loss of board member, friend, and industry leader Scott Ahlsmith

FRAMINGHAM, MA, January 2, 2024 – The Travel Institute announces the loss of board of trustees and executive committee member, industry thought leader, and travel advisor advocate Scott Ahlsmith, CTC, who passed away December 25 after a long-term illness. “We bid goodbye to a friend and a leader. Scott leaves a legacy of innovation in business and technology that helped propel the industry forward for many decades,” shared Gary Pollard, CTC, chairman of the board of trustees for The Travel Institute. With a career dating back to 1972, Ahlsmith first joined The Travel Institute board in 2002, was the longest sitting member, and served as its chairman for eight years. Ahlsmith was also active beyond

What we know about the Japan Airlines plane crash

Everyone on Japan Airlines Flight 516 survived the crash, while five Coast Guard members in the other plane died. The cause is under investigation

Delta Air Lines' Named North America's Most Punctual Airline In 2023

The airline also won the Cirium Platinum Award for the third consecutive year

Major airline to 'lower fares' after online travel agents remove flights

Ryanair has announced it will "lower fares" after online travel agents have removed flights from the airline without warning

Ultimate World Cruise journey goes viral as social media users track 9-month trip

The hashtag #ultimateworldcruise has garnered over 150 million views on TikTok as users track the nine-month Royal Caribbean cruise

2024 Cruise Industry Executive Guide Now Available For Instant Download

The all new 2024 Cruise Industry Executive Guide is now available to instantly download from Cruise Industry News via PDF, covering more than 120+ cruise operators and listing over 1,600 executive names, plus cruise line information, fleet listings of ships by brand and much more

How to cruise comfortably with dietary restrictions: 9 tips from travelers who know

Dietary restrictions and traveling, especially on the high seas, can be tough. We have tips on how to stay safe and still eat well

American Cruise Lines ship stops in Punta Gorda

The second arrival of the American Cruise Lines ship, "American Glory," has brought more tourism to Punta Gorda. The ship sails from St Pete to Key West with a stop in Punta Gorda and Marco Island

Inside Two Authentic New Resorts on Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula

These idyllic retreats embrace local culture with spectacular results

I've Traveled All Over the Caribbean and This Is My All-time Favorite Island — and It's Getting a New Boutique Hotel

T+L senior editor Danielle Pointdujour checks in to Grenada's not-yet-open Silversands Beach House to bring you a sneak peek at this winter's must-visit hotel

Daily tourism tax and tour group cap coming to Venice this year

In addition to the previously announced tourism tax starting later this year, Venice will cap tour groups to 25 people

Why you should try an Intrepid tour of Costa Rica for your next adventure holiday

If you're craving adventure, you can't go wrong with a trip to Costa Rica. I tried an Intrepid group tour of the country and here are my honest thoughts

Sober travel: ‘Dry tripping’ is tipped to take off in 2024 - here’s how to try it for yourself

Alcohol-free tours and hotel mocktail menus prove you don't need to drink to have fun.

This Is the Best Place to Retire in 2024, According to a New Report

International Living unveiled its 2024 Annual Global Retirement Index and named the top 10 places to retire to this year. See who made the list

Here's why Panama is great place to travel with kids

From babies and toddlers to young children, tweens and teens, here are the best experiences in Panama for families of travelers

Plane catches fire on runway at Japan's Haneda airport after collision, passengers reportedly safe

A passenger plane and a Japanese coast guard aircraft collided on the runway at Tokyo’s Haneda Airport on Tuesday and burst into flames

The world's most punctual airlines and airports in 2023

Latest results from travel data analytics firm Cirium revealed the most punctual flights and airports of 2023

4 Airline Lounges That Go Above And Beyond

While some airlines are cutting corners and cutting back on their lounge offerings, others are going above and beyond to provide a next-level customer experience

Here Are the 14 New Cruise Ships Entering Service in 2024

A total of 14 new cruise ships are set to enter service in 2024. According to data from the Cruise Industry News’ Global Cruise Ship Orderbook Report, the lineup includes a diverse selection of vessels, including mega ships, premium and luxury vessels, and more

China's First Cruise Ship Embarks On Its Inaugural Cruise Journey

China’s first-ever domestically built cruise vessel set sail on its maiden voyage on Monday from Shanghai, a sign of the country’s rising prowess in sophisticated construction as it resorts to self-sufficiency in significant technologies

These Are the Best Cruises of 2024, According to T+L's Expert

Looking for the best cruises in 2024? Travel + Leisure's cruise expert picked the best sailings of the coming year, including traveling the Mediterranean on Oceania Cruises' newest ship, exploring French Polynesia aboard the legendary Paul Gaugin, and Holland America Line's adventure from Nova Scotia to Greenland and Scandinavia

Four Seasons Hotel Suzhou Welcomes Guests to a Private Island Oasis

Four Seasons, a global leader in luxury hospitality, in collaboration with the Hong Kong leading developer Sun Hung Kai Properties, announces the grand opening of Four Seasons Hotel Suzhou. This new Hotel is a testament to the strong partnership between

Hotel workers picket near Rose Bowl Parade amid union negotiations

Some California hotel workers welcomed the New Year and Rose Bowl Parade with a labor strike

The Best Boutique Hotels in San Francisco

From a tech-forward minimalist hideout to a lavish members club, these are the best boutique hotels in San Francisco right now

Where to go in 2024: The best places to visit

With international tourism nearly back to normal levels, it's time to think a little differently about destinations. Here are 24 ideas for 2024

25 Travel Products For People Who Are Always Running Late For Their Flights

We hope you love our recommendations! Some may have been sent as samples, but all were independently selected by our editors

Passengers hoped this ‘time traveling’ flight would give them two New Year’s Eves – but they arrived in the wrong year

Passengers on a United Airlines flight hoping to travel back in time for New Year’s got off to an unfortunate start in 2024

Get ready to travel: Top 10 Must-See Destinations in 2024

We share out list of the top 10 must-see destinations for travel in 2024, from enchanting lakes in Italy to cultural and historical wonders around the world

‘Battle against time’ to find quake survivors as Japan lifts tsunami warnings and death toll rises

Scenes of devastation emerged along Japan’s western coast Tuesday as rescuers raced to save residents trapped in the rubble of a 7.5 magnitude quake that has triggered multiple aftershocks and killed dozens of people

Tulum Itinerary - How to Spend Up to 1 Week in Tulum (1-day to 7-days)

Wondering how to spend your time in Tulum? This 1-7 day itinerary is here to help! We've laid out each day and included our top activities.

Adventure tours could be Japan's next big visitor draw

Adventure travel could be the next big thing to draw visitors to Japan if the efforts of the public and private sectors come to fruition

Nixon Enacts National Speed Limit

On January 2, 1974, President Richard M. Nixon signed the Emergency Highway Energy Conservation Act, stipulating a national maximum speed limit. Before 1974, states decided on their own speed limits within their borders, and highway limits throughout the U.S. could run anywhere from 40 mph to 80 mph

Massacre at Wounded Knee

After years of the United States seizing Native American lands and forcing tribes onto reservations, as well as treaty provisions that were never honored, tensions finally came to a head on December 29, 1890 at Wounded Knee. European settlers were growing concerned over a new movement with the Lakota tribe called the "Ghost Dance"; this religion assured the Native American people that soon their ancestors would return and the white man would be swept from the land and the wildlife returned. Settlers feared

Five Ships Under Construction for American Cruise Lines

American Cruise Lines is pleased to announce that it has five more new ships under construction, all scheduled for delivery over the next two years. These are in addition to the three ships the Line took delivery of this year. All five ships will be for the U.S. market and will include a mix of Amer

Pro-Palestinian Protesters Close Roads to JFK and LAX

Travelers knew Wednesday was going to be a mess at the airport—but they didn’t plan on the extra stress of pro-Palestine protesters blocking the access roads as well. More than 60 protesters were arrested after two separate demonstrations closed roads leading to JFK and LAX airports, backing up traffic and forcing some travelers to get out

Airline Failures: Which Carriers Did We Lose In 2023?

While there were quite a few bankruptcies during the year, there were only a handful of airline mergers that were completed

Here is why a major airline just cut dozens of flights

There's a story behind every statistic. People in the airline industry would probably like to forget last year, when consumer complaints to the U.S. Department of Transportation board jumped 55% from 2021 and five times the pre-pandemic levels of 2019

The Best Cruise Ships in the World: The Gold List 2024

Welcome to The Gold List 2024, our annual list of editors' favourite hotels, resorts, and more. Here, our picks for the best cruise ships in the world

Observant Passengers Help Cruise Ship Rescue Stranded Fishermen

It was Christmas Day and Costa Cruises' 114,500 gross ton Costa Serna was on a leisurely day of ocean cruising on the Arabian Sea. The cruise ship

10 Best Hotels Sao Miguel Azores

Ah, Portugal! Where sun-kissed beaches meet cobblestone streets. If you’re traveling beyond the mainland to the Azores archipelago, then São Miguel Island, the largest of Portugal’s cluster of Atlantic islands, is probably on your list

8 Best Hotels in Jamaica, From Kingston to Montego Bay

Including, and certainly not limited to, the property that helped inspire the James Bond series

2024 to see a spike in Sustainable Travel and Event Tourism: Trip.com Group

In 2024, travel will be reshaped by Sustainable Tourism and Event Adventures, reflecting changing traveler values and desires

What would the 'Home Alone' Paris trip cost today? We did the math.

We asked travel experts to calculate the cost of the McCallisters' disastrous Christmas vacation

New Tours for Boomers Prove That Travel Adventures Don't Have an Age Limit

Several tour operators are catering more to senior travelers, with hiking and biking trips at different activity levels

These Google Maps Tips Are Essential for 2023 Holiday Travel

Remember to use these Google Maps features to cut out some of the holiday stress from traveling

Will 2024 Be the Year of the Latin American Summer?

With an increase in visitors and travel content on TikTok, there's no denying Latin American destinations are becoming more popular. In 2024, will Latin America be as popular as Europe was in 2023

"The Points Guy" predicts 2024 will be busiest travel year ever. He's got some tips.

Brian Kelly, founder and CEO of The Points Guy, says Quebec, Cairo, San Diego and Costa Rica are among some of the top travel destinations for the upcoming year

US airlines deliver big holiday improvement over end of 2022

Figures from FlightAware show that US carriers have canceled less than 1% of all flights over the past week - a far cry from the end of 2022

Southwest Airlines cancels hundreds, delays thousands of holiday weekend flights

Just 2% of the airline's flights were canceled Monday, though 16% were delayed, which is 693 flights total, according to FlightAware

I spent 73 days on cruises this year. Here are 9 travel mistakes I won't be making in 2024

After spending 73 days on six different cruise lines this year, I rounded up the mistakes I'll avoid making when I set sail in 2024

New Cruise Line Unveils First Ship, Will Look Familiar to Cruisers

The first ship for the new premium cruise line, AROYA Cruises, has been officially announced, and offers many amazing features

Royal Caribbean cruise staff saved the life of a cat named Ovie after a passenger smuggled the feline on board, CEO says

Cruise staff on board a Royal Caribbean ship earlier this year got the shock of the season after discovering an unexpected stowaway in a passenger's cabin

The 41 Most Anticipated Hotel Openings of 2024

From the re-imagining of a 15th-century Austrian castle to eco-lodges in Sri Lanka, here are the hotel openings that are inspiring some serious wanderlust

The 50 Greatest Luxury Hotel Suites in the World

Robb Report has compiled a select list of 50 hotel suites around the world that transcend luxury or expense to achieve genuine greatness

Vision Boards Are Trending - Use Them to Manifest Your 2024 Travel

Vision boards are rising in popularity for 2024. One of the most popular types of vision boards are for travel. Thrillist spoke with Pinterest and a manifestation expert on how to make a vision board

Video: Storm causes troubles for millions traveling home after holidays

ABC News' Gio Benitez shares the latest on severe flooding along the East Coast as the post-travel rush continues.

Vietnam's new bridge is for kissing, not for crossing

Cau Hon is a new tourist attraction in Phu Quoc aimed at couples

TikTok Travel Trends: The Global Spots That Got the Most Views in 2023

TikTok reveals the most talked about travel destinations in 2023, based on the most viewed hashtags for cities, states, and countries around the world

Sky Bird Group Focuses on Korea, Launches multi-GDS solution

Sky Bird Group recently announced a focus on Incheon, Korea, for new itineraries, and is launching new features for its Sky Bird Platform

World's First Commercial Movie Screened

On the 28th of December in 1895, history was made at a the Salon Indien du Grand Café in Paris. Two French brothers, Louis and Auguste Lumiere, had just developed a projector camera they dubbed the "Cinematographe". The screening in December featured ten short films they cranked through the projector, including their first film Sortie des Usines Lumière à Lyon depicting factory workers leaving the Lumiere facility. After the screening

The Grand Opening of Radio City Music Hall

On December 27, 1932, in the midst of the turmoil of the Great Depression, thousands of Americans still turned out for the opening of the Radio City Music Hall in New York City. On its opening day, the Hall held a grand live stage show featuring Martha Graham, Doc Rockwell, and Ray Bolger. Originally penned the "International Music Hall", the name was eventually changed thanks to the Hall's first renters, the Radio Corporation of America. The heart of the Radio City project was to provide a space for

Travelers, advocates say airlines can do better for disabled flyers

More than 30 flyers who rely on mobility devices shared their stories of damage by airlines in 2023. Here's what we learned

Mexico's army-run airline takes to the skies, with first flight to resort of Tulum

Mexico has launched its army-run airline, with the first Mexicana airlines flight taking off from Mexico City bound for the Caribbean resort of Tulum

Blizzard sparks major flight delays at Southwest Airlines' busiest airport

Hundreds of flights at Denver International Airport were delayed on Tuesday

New hotels in London

Our latest round-up of new hotels in London takes in any properties which have opened between April 2021 (when Covid restrictions began to ease) and the end of 2023

Explore Some Of The World's Most Luxurious Art Deco Hotels

Defined by designs of Art Deco era, these luxurious hotels offer a captivating blend of symmetry and vibrant aesthetics

10 Newest Five Diamond Hotels In The US

For travelers seeking the epitome of luxury, check out the newest AAA Five Diamond Hotels in the United States

Coast Guard suspends search for man who went overboard on cruise ship

The vessel had departed Baltimore for the Bahamas and was 127 miles east of Charleston, South Carolina, when the incident occurred

A New Cruise Is Making the Islands of Japan’s Seto Inland Sea More Accessible

Ponant's eight-day cruise takes travelers on a journey through Japan's Seto Inland Sea onboard a luxury expedition ship

Ship Preview: Royal Caribbean’s Star of the Seas

Royal Caribbean International is beginning to release details on its second Icon-class ship, Star of the Seas

Mexico's Top Trending Destinations for 2024

It’s no surprise that Mexico continues to be one of the top-selling international destinations for U.S. travelers. It’s one of the top 10 most-visited countries in the world, according to the World Tourism Organization, and the U.S. accounts for a majority of it

The 8 Most-Read Travel Stories of 2023

A golden retriever convention, flight etiquette rules and great walks from around the world: Here's what readers loved this year

Portland International Airport brings out therapy llamas for holidays

In December, Portland International Airport brought in therapy llamas on three occasions to help travelers during the holiday travel chaos

Here's Why Crete Is The Luxury Greek Island To Visit In The New Year

Greece has been an extremely popular tourist destination over the last decade. The country began making strides to position itself as a favorite

Tourists to Kenya can go visa-free in 2024

Visitors to Kenya from across the world will no longer require a visa from January, President William Ruto said on December 12

Seat up, blind open, lights dimmed: Airline safety rules explained

From celebrity appearances to all-out flash mobs, airlines go to creative lengths to ensure passengers listen to pre-flight safety briefings. Still, many of us zone out as soon as we board the plane - and some simply ignore the rules

TPG's 9 favorite new airline routes of 2023, as nominated by the aviation team

The nine favorite new airline routes announced or launched this year, as voted by the TPG aviation experts

These Airlines Have Some of the Best First- and Business-class Seats in the Skies Right Now

Airlines are investing billions of dollars in elevating their business- and first-class cabins. Christopher Dong takes a peek behind the curtain

Video: Spirit Airlines creates 'Home Alone' situation after putting a child on the wrong flight

In a real-life "Home Alone" moment, a six-year-old boy was supposed to fly to Ft. Meyers, Florida, but when his grandmother went to meet him at the airport, panic set in

Damaged Cruise Ship Maud Arrives in Bremerhaven After North Sea Ordeal

The Norwegian cruise ship Maud, which had been damaged in a fierce North Sea storm, arrived in Bremerhaven, Germany, on Saturday, December 23, after a nearly 48-hour ordeal

U.S. Coast Guard searches for passenger of cruise ship that departed from Baltimore

Vision of the Seas takes its passengers on trips that skirt along the southeast part of the United States to countries in the Caribbean

American Cruise Lines adding ship to Punta Gorda

American Cruise Lines' newest ship, American Glory, is the company's first inaugural cruise, bringing new visitors to Southwest Florida just in time for the holidays

Las Vegas Strip casinos double down on unpopular pricing move

Las Vegas loves its added fees nearly as much as it loves neon. Most Las Vegas Strip resorts have simply made fees and added charges

How To Get Started Hiking for Beginners

Hiking, a timeless and invigorating outdoor activity, has been a favorite pastime for individuals seeking a harmonious blend of exercise, nature, and adventure

10 Best Countries For Thrill Seekers, According To The Adrenaline Index

For travelers ready to challenge themselves and embark on crazy adventures, these are the top 10 countries that offer the best experiences

Life of Taiwan declares new 9-day family tour plan

In an important method that pledges to redefine family holidays, Life of Taiwan, a well-known private tour business

Traveling is hard. Why not add children?

Traveling is hard, why not add children? Here are some tips

‘They will be refused care’: Inside an American ally’s decision to warn citizens about the US

Abortion rulings and anti-LGBTQ+ laws in the States moved Ottawa to alert Canadians about travel risks

The island where it's Christmas every day

In travel news this week: Holiday journeys get underway despite extreme weather and strike action; a Croatian man has turned his home into a winter theme park; plus what it's like to live on Christmas Island

George Washington Crosses the Delaware

On December 26, 1776, George Washington took temporary control of Trenton, New Jersey in the Battle of Trenton. The trek to Trenton required a crossing of the Delaware River in the dead of winter. Due to these tough travel conditions, Washington arrived with 3,000 less troops than originally planned — and had to abandon the town after taking it from German Troops in a short battle

Throwing Punches and Opening Emergency Doors: Airline Passengers Are Still Losing It

Many airline passengers still don’t know how to behave. A passenger on a Southwest Airlines flight waiting at the gate in New Orleans last month opened an emergency exit, climbed onto the plane’s wing and jumped to the ground, police said

New rules ask airlines to accommodate passengers for flight cancellations, delays

The Biden Administration has issued rules requiring airlines to compensate passengers whose flights are canceled or delayed significantly

Traveler who crawled to his plane seat says airlines need to do better

Sean Chang said he was running late getting through security, and the boarding assistance he normally relies on was not available

Disneyland Hotel Active Shooter Report Draws Dozens Of Police, But It's A Hoax

Reports of an active shooter at Disneyland Hotel turned out to be a hoax.

Hotel workers, community rally for housing solutions on Maui

Many of the workers in Unite Here Local 5 and ILWU 142 lost homes in the devastating Lahaina fire

Life-long memories: how the Red Sea Resort is embracing regenerative travel

With a focus on renewable energy, the Red Sea Resort is embracing regenerative travel and taking it to new levels

Machu Picchu open to additional 700 a day after year of protests

Machu Picchu is preparing to open its mountain trails to another 700 visitors a day from January, as Cusco and the Peruvian Tourism industry climb back from

Forget Napa, Temecula Is the Underrated Wine Region to Visit in 2024

Indulge in award-winning Wineries at Temecula Valley in Southern California. Enjoy adventure tours, or add a thrilling, low-altitude plane ride

13 things to do and places to visit in the UK in January

Not many of us would vote January as our favourite month. But it doesn't have to be all doom and gloom once the festive season has come to an end. The days might still be dark and chilly, but January marks the beginning of a new year and there are plenty of things that you

TikTok Travel Trends: The Global Spots That Got the Most Views in 2023

TikTok reveals the most talked about travel destinations in 2023, based on the most viewed hashtags for cities, states, and countries around the world

The First Gorilla Born in Captivity

On this day in 1956, the Columbus Zoo in Ohio celebrated the birth of the first gorilla born in captivity. The baby, Colo, was 4 pounds and the daughter of two Western Lowland gorillas captured in French Cameroon. When gorillas were captured in the wild, they were often taken young enough to be reared by humans, and their parents and families were killed. Because her parents had not learned parenting skills from their own parents, zookeepers built a nursery and raised Colo themselves. Today captive breeding programs

Pan Am Flight 103

On December 21, 1988, Pan Am Flight 103 exploded en route from London to New York in Scotland airspace. All 243 passengers and 16 crew members were killed, as well as 11 of the residents of the town of Lockerbie under the explosion. The attack was believed to be perpetrated as an assault against the United States as 189 of the victims were US citizens. British intelligence and the FBI determined that two Libyan intelligence agents planted the bomb on the plane, and the country of Libya paid $8 million to each family of the victims and $30 million to Pan Am Airlines 15 years later in 2003. In December of 2022, the United States took custody of one of the alleged bomb makers, Abu Agila Mohammad Mas'ud Kheir Al-Marimi.

Airline passenger accused of stealing $23K in cash from fellow travelers during flight

Zhang Xiuqiang, 52, has been charged with stealing $23,000 in cash from bags belonging to three of his fellow passengers aboard a Scoot Airline flight from Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, to Singapore

Exclusive-US scrutinizing airline frequent flyer programs

The U.S. Transportation Department is scrutinizing the frequent flyer programs of major U.S. airlines for potential deceptive or unfair practices, the agency said Thursday as regulators step up oversight of the airline industry. The department has been meeting in recent weeks with passenger airlines to discuss the popular loyalty programs

Alaska Airlines flight attendants protest at Anchorage airport as strike vote looms

Flight attendants in Anchorage marched Tuesday to demand higher wages from Alaska Airlines. The protest was one of several happening around the country on the same day, in an organized effort to pressure the airline

The year 2023 has seen an upsurge of new airline launches

There was an airline launch frenzy in 2023. This created a pool for the entrepreneurs as well as the customers. With the ensuing demand, the introduction of the flights benefited the passengers as well

The Most Beautiful Hotel Room Views Our Editors Enjoyed in 2023

From Rio to Copenhagen, there are Condé Nast Traveler editors' favorite hotel rooms with a view in 2023

2023’s Greatest Hotel Openings Around the World

We've rounded up the most exciting, luxurious international hotels that opened this year in 2023

MSC Cruises Cancels Seaside’s 2024 Repositioning Cruise -

MSC Cruises recently cancelled the repositioning cruise scheduled to sail onboard the MSC Seaside in April 2024. Set to spend the winter cruising in the Southern Caribbean, the 2017-built vessel was poised to offer a trans-Atlantic crossing

Embarkation Changes After Cruise Terminal Roof Collapses

Strong winds caused severe damage to a cruise terminal in Buenos Aires, and guests will need to use a different terminal for several months

13 stranded strangers went on a road trip together. Here’s where they are a year later

In December last year, after their flight from Orlando to Knoxville was unexpectedly canceled, 13 stranded strangers desperate to reach their destination rallied together, rented a van and hit the road

What it's like to work for the TSA amid the holiday travel rush

NBC News' Tom Costello goes behind the scenes with TSA agents at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport as some 80,000 people pass through security amid the holiday travel rush

Why This Iconic Cultural Destination Is Surging In Popularity Right Now

With exciting new developments on the tourism front, Egypt is one of the most searched destinations on Google this year

TikTok Is Obsessed With Travel ‘Dupes.’ But It’s Bad Advice

Travel destination dupes are all over TikTok. But what is a travel dupe? And should you follow travel dupe advice

North Korea wants to be a tourist destination

The Wonsan-Kalma Coastal Tourist Zone will offer waterparks, hotels and an airfield once complete

The Berlin Wall Opens For The First Time

On this day in 1963, communist East Germany and the republic of West Germany came to an agreement to allow the wall between the two halves of the country to be opened. The decision was made in the spirit of Christmas, to allow families affected by the construction of the Berlin Wall two and a half years prior to reunite with their relatives on one-day passes. West Berliners were

Southwest Airlines pilots reach agreement for $12 billion contract

Negotiators for pilots at Southwest Airlines (LUV.N) have reached an agreement in principle with the company for a new five-year contract worth $12 billion, the union said on Tuesday, adding that its board still needs to decide whether to send the deal to members for a ratification vote

It’s not just Southwest; here’s what airline passengers are angry about

Cancellations January through September improved from a year ago, a survey finds, but delays are a bigger problem than in 2022

Which Latin American Airlines Ordered New Planes In 2023?

A total of 190 aircraft were ordered in the region this year

The Final Check-Out: Bidding Farewell to Undisclosed Mandatory Resort Fees

In October this year, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law (effective July 1, 2024) a sweeping ban on pricing goods and services without including all mandatory fees or charges

'Devastated': Passengers speak out after Bahamas-bound cruise diverted to New England, Canada over weather

A cruise set to embark for the sunny skies of the Bahamas this weekend was diverted to ports in New England and Canada, the cruise line said

I boarded a cruise to Antarctica: here's what it's like traveling to the White Continent on the Deluxe Sea Spirit

The glistening, otherworldly landscape in front of me could be mistaken for nowhere else in the world. I had arrived at the White Continent—the ultimate destination on any traveler’s bucket list—and an entire day ahead of schedule at that

Diamond Princess Begins Singapore Season

The Diamond Princess has officially started its Singapore season this past week after arriving from Japan, according to a press release. The Diamond Princess' Singapore season includes 10- to 14-day cruises in the region from December 2023 to March 2024. In December 2023, the Diamond Princess will sail two 10-day

50 Breathtaking and Unique Travel Bucket List Destinations Across the World

Traveling the world gives you endless opportunities to discover and personally witness natural wonders that you cannot find anywhere else. Even the

Tourists Warned Of Scam On This Island Near Cancun

Tourists are reporting being overly pressured to buy silver and gold jewelry items on Isla Mujeres which have ended up being fake

These Are The 10 Most Popular Destinations For American Travelers Heading Into 2024

What are the most popular international travel destinations for American travelers going into 2024? Check out the list here

7 Most Welcoming Towns in Quebec

Canada’s French-speaking (or “Francophone”) province of Quebec is a wonderful travel destination for Americans. While its largest cities, Montreal and Quebec City, are an easy and scenic drive across the US-Canada border from places like New York City and Boston, you only have to travel a little beyond these metropolises to find yourself

Revealed: the best new luxury hotels around the world in 2023

Luxury Travel Intelligence has named these hotels as the best-rated new luxury hotels around the world – and the UK leads the way

MSC Divina Arrives in Miami

MSC Cruises today welcomed its fifth US-based ship, the Fantasia-class MSC Divina, to her new homeport in Miami. Beginning this weekend, MSC Divina will sail a variety of itineraries to the Caribbean, Central America—and Mexico—including 3-day trips to Nassau and MSC’s private island

Poor Richard's Almanack

Benjamin Franklin was a statesman, an inventor, a patriot and a founding father of the United States. He was also the author and publisher of Poor Richard's Almanack. Franklin took on the pseudonym of "Poor Richard" or "Richard Saunders" for his publication, which he first published on December 19th, 1732, and ran for the next 25 years to 1758. Editions each year reached as many as 10,000 copies, a very high number in colonial times. The Almanack stands today as an iconic publication in American Literature.

Southwest Airlines in $140 million deal with feds over 2022 holiday travel meltdown

The $140 million agreement includes a $35 million fine, stemming from the nightmare last holiday season when Southwest canceled thousands of flights and stranded more than 2 million travelers

American Airlines makes surprising beverage-service change

If you asked your barista at the local coffee shop what the difference is between a latte and a cappuccino, you would expect them to know the answer. (A cappuccino has thicker frothed milk, uses less of it, and most of the milk sits on top of the coffee.)

Alaska Airlines flight attendants picket ahead of January strike vote

Travelers going through Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport or heading through Seattle-Tacoma Airport may see Alaska Airlines flight attendants picketing outside the airports on Tuesday, as the Association of Flight Attendants has called for a nationwide “day of action

What activities does the Norwegian Viva cruise ship have? What to know

Norwegian Cruise Line's new ship Viva features a variety of activities, including a 10-story, free-fall dry slide

Man Jumps Off Cruise Ship,15th Overboard of Year

A man has jumped overboard from an MSC cruise ship as it traveled from Europe to South America

Explore the world with top 5 luxury cruise lines in 2024

Many tourists dream of taking a cruise because it provides the ideal combination of luxury, leisure, and adventure. Travel And Tour World look at some of the greatest luxury cruise lines in the world

Best hotel rewards programs: How to decide which 1 is right for you

What are the best hotel loyalty programs? Find out the rewards offered at nine major hotel programs and how to decide which one is right for you

Margaritaville Just Opened Its First-ever Ski Resort in Lake Tahoe, California — With a Heated Pool and Incredible Views

Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe just opened in California, with 399 suites, five restaurants, and a heated indoor pool

The Most Beautiful Resorts in Fiji

From all-inclusive properties that cater to families to luxury resorts ideal for a couple's getaway, here are 16 of the best, most beautiful resorts in Fiji

Revealed: the best solo travel destinations for 2024

Japan is the most popular destination among solo travellers in 2024, according to trip booking platform Flash Pack

Native-operated tourism gives visitors new perspective on the land

Even if you've traveled the country, you've probably not seen it like this. And after a Native-led experience, you may never see it the same way.

Top Lesser Known Destinations For 2024

These destinations have won Travel Off Path's Best in Travel 2024 Award for top lesser-known destinations across the globe.

Iceland volcano eruption: Is it safe to travel?

An eruption occurred near the town of Grindavik on Monday night

DOT Penalizes Southwest Airlines $140 Million for 2022 Holiday Meltdown

DOT ensured Southwest paid over $600 million back to passengers and issued record penalty – 30 times larger than any in DOT history – to deter other airlines from failing to protect customers during disruptions

Wow: Ryanair Is Now The World's Largest Airline By Market Cap

The budget airline has broken through barriers and beat some of the largest legacy airlines to secure the top spot

Lufthansa Returns to Israel, But Delta Extends Suspension

The Lufthansa Group will be among the first carriers to return to Israel, with fights resuming on Lufthansa, Austrian, Swiss, Brussels and Eurowings airlines beginning January 8, 2024, the company announced on Friday

Severe Weather Impacting Multiple Cruise Ships

Multiple cruise ships have itinerary changes and delays due to a bad weather system over the Bahamas and Florida

Sneak peek at Seven Seas Grandeur, one of the world's most expensive cruise ships

What do you get when you mix superb design with loads of marble and glimmering lights, combine it with free drinks, tips, Wi-Fi and shore excursions, and, for good measure, toss in a suite that costs $11,000 per night

Marriott Is Giving Away a Free Cruise to Alaska or the Caribbean — How to Enter

Marriott Bonvoy and Celebrity Cruises are running a sweepstakes for a free cruise valued at up to $4,500

The 8 Best Ski Resorts In The World

It’s that time of year when your search history will be filled with variations on the phrases “top ski destinations”, “best ski resorts in the world”, and “great après-ski areas”. A ski holiday is, after all, the perfect occasion to don new snow pants that match your favourite wool sweater and model them out on the slopes

Which Luxury Hilton Hotel To Stay At In London

With a multitude of Hilton group hotels to stay at within London, it can be hard to know where to start if you want to earn or redeem your Hilton points

The biggest travel trends for 2024

From gig tripping to home swapping, these are the trends shaping travel in 2024

Iceland's Blue Lagoon Has Reopened to Tourists Following Closure Due to Volcanic Activity

Iceland's Blue Lagoon reopened over the weekend for the first time since closing over volcanic activity last month

These Are The Top 10 Safest Cities To Visit In 2024 According To New Survey

We've found ten of the safest cities to visit in 2024 ranked in a new survey, including Honolulu, Montreal, and Reykjavik

These are the top 10 busiest beaches in America, according to tourists

Is the beach crowded? These might be. Although naturally beautiful, these 10 beaches have been called the busiest in America by other tourists

New travel system for Europe delayed again, to 2025

Americans traveling to Europe will eventually have to fill out online applications first — but the launch of that system has been delayed until 2025

Iceland's Guide to Skiing

Iceland, the continued hot-spot on travel lists and a conversation folks can’t stray from when they hear others talk about it. From the Blue Lagoon (One of the top 25 Wonders of the World) to the vast road-side waterfalls, glacier tours, puffins, sheep farms, fermented shark and the northern lights

The President Takes A Wife

President Woodrow Wilson was the last President of the United States to become a widower while in office when his wife died of Bright's Disease. A few months later, his sister introduced him to Edith Bolling-Galt from Wytheville, Virginia. At age 58, President Wilson married the 43-year-old Edith on December 18, 1915. The couple took their honeymoon at Hot Springs, Virginia. During President Wilson's incapacity from a stroke, Edith

The Premiere of Gone With the Wind

Gone With The Wind premiered in Atlanta, Georgia on December 15, 1939. The film, starring actors Vivien Leigh and Clark Gable, won a total of ten Oscars, a record that stood for more than two decades. In honor of the epic movie premiere, the governor of Georgia declared December 15th a state holiday

Passengers are getting rowdier and doing so way more often, the world's oldest airline says — and alcohol is usually to blame

The number of unruly passenger incidents has doubled this year compared to 2019 onboard KLM flights and at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, the Dutch flag carrier said Thursday

1 company, 2 brands: Airline executives discuss their $1.9B Hawaiian-Alaska merger

The bombshell news of Alaska Airlines' plan to buy Hawaiian Airlines for $1.9 billion is starting to sink in — and customers aren't sure what to think. The sale, which will require federal regulatory approval, could be a year and a half away

US airlines prepare to fly 2.8 million passengers a day over the long Christmas holiday

The three biggest legacy airlines in the United States say they are gearing up for a longer and larger stretch of Christmas holiday travel while aiming for a repeat of this past Thanksgiving, which saw few flight cancelations

I stayed in a 250-square-foot studio at a Disney hotel. My bed pulled down from a wall, but it was worth the $500-a-night price tag

I stayed in a 250-square-foot studio at a Disney hotel. My bed pulled down from a wall, but it was worth the $500-a-night price tag

Condé Nast Traveler: Two Greek Hotels On The 2024 Gold List

The best hotels and resorts in the world, The Gold List 2024, announced by the editors of Condé Nast Traveler

6 Boutique Hotels That Showcase Pantone’s 2024 Color of the Year

As each year comes to an end, Pantone picks a new color to define the year ahead. While 2023 was characterized by the bright and bold Viva Magenta (which perfectly encapsulated the Barbiecore movement that took the year by storm)

Celebrity Cruises Starts Biggest Caribbean Season Yet

Celebrity Cruises has started its 2023-24 Caribbean season. With nine ships sailing the region, this is the cruise line’s biggest Caribbean season so far, according to a press release

Looking for Christmas markets? A new cruise sails to 20 of France’s markets this winter

Rows of twinkling lights and the sweet aroma of mulled wine — ’tis the season that Christmas markets come alive. But if visiting one Christmas market isn’t enough, a new cruise explores 20 markets in a single trip

Award-winning cruise ship to start sailing out of Galveston in December

An award-winning cruise ship from the Norwegian Cruise Line will start sailing out of Galveston starting December 15, 2023

Massive solar flare erupts from sun, may bring northern lights to New England

The solar flare is likely the most powerful since 2017

Visiting London? Here’s why you should be extra careful on the Tube

Popular tourist destinations are being targeted as theft soars on the London Underground

Destination of the Year 2024: Costa Rica

Picture yourself on a white-sand beach, surrounded by palm trees. In the distance, surfers ride the breaking waves. Behind you rises a dense rainforest, where white-faced capuchin monkeys jump from branch to branch. Welcome to Costa Rica

Ten ways to avoid scams when booking travel

With news of Booking.com hackers increasing attacks on customers, we ask two cyber-security and travel fraud experts for their top tips on how to protect yourself when booking a trip

5 Places to Travel for Music and the Best Ways to Experience It

If you want to travel to experience music around the world consider one of these five destinations and tours for music-lovers

These Are the Top 10 Adventure Trips Americans Booked This Summer

Learn what destinations American travelers opted for this summer, according to Intrepid Travel

St. Lucia's Flood

On December 14th, 1287, an enormous storm tide hit the coast of Germany and the Netherlands. The dike system designed to protect the low-lying lands broke. Estimates are that some 50,000 people were killed in one of the largest floods on record. Land in what is now Waddenzee was permanently flooded.

American Airlines Now Has Routes to Cancun From Nearly All of Its Hubs Thanks to Latest Expansion

American Airlines just launched routes to Cancun from Nashville, Cincinnati, and Pittsburgh

Southwest has taken drastic steps to handle winter flight chaos as it braces to avoid a repeat of last year's Christmas nightmare

Southwest Airlines had to cancel thousands of flights last Christmas, and ended up handing out billions of air miles to angry customers

Zero hangover: Alaska Airlines to serve non-alcoholic beer

Alaska Airlines teams up with Best Day Brewing to add non-alcoholic craft beer to its onboard drinks selection

Willy Wonka-inspired hotel rooms in NYC, LA open for guests to book

Booking.com and Highgate Hotels are celebrating the release of Warner Bros. Pictures' new Wonka film with some fun hotel rooms and treats

Choice Hotels goes hostile in $8 billion takeover bid for Wyndham after being repeatedly rebuffed

The exchange offer gives Wyndham shareholders the chance to choose to receive all cash, all shares or a combination of the two

Video: Carnival Vista and USCG Rescue 12 Crew from Capsized Cargo Ship

One of Carnival Cruise Line’s cruise ships, the Carnival Vista (133,500 gross tons), rescued six crewmembers from a small cargo ship lost overnight, December 13, approximately 30 miles north of Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic. The US Coast Guard also became involved in the search and later found six additional crewmembers floating in the ocean

New cruise ship heading to New Orleans in November 2025

A new cruise ship will call New Orleans home for six months starting in November of 2025, according to an industry news journal

Local Strikes Forces MSC Cruise Ship Last-Minute Port Change

MSC Euribia will be embarking her next sailing in a different country than planned, due to a port strike and closure

Passengers Upset After Missing Cruise Ship by Minutes

How would you react if you missed a cruise by 20 minutes? See just how some passengers reacted in this viral video and get the real story

The world’s most spectacular coastlines

In travel news this week: The Paris Métro is getting a huge new network, why the Channel Tunnel’s train service has a big problem and our picks of the world’s most gorgeous coastlines

The 50 Best Places to Travel in 2024

Well, you knew it was coming. This year, more than 20 Travel + Leisure staffers weighed in to create this hand-picked list of the places that thoughtful, curious travelers should consider in 2024

The Most Popular Travel Destinations by State, According to a New Survey

A new study from Price4Limo breaks down top vacation destinations by state; revealing some overarching trends and surprising details about summer 2023 travel. Most Americans plan to travel domestic

The Best Adult Activities in Orlando, Florida

Orlando, Florida is often advertised as a family-friendly destination and the implicit assumption is that it's a destination more suitable only for

A bucket list of the best things to do in NYC this winter

The best things to do in winter in NYC are worth braving the cold for. From outdoor winter festivals to indoor exhibits, here's how to spend it

Organization looks to ease air travel stresses for young passengers with autism

A former travel agent set up Autism Double-Checked as a way to help the industry update its practices to be more accommodating to those on the spectrum

I’m a Frequent Flier, and These Are the 12 Travel Essentials I’m Eyeing From Amazon for the Holidays

As a travel writer, frequent flier, and general wanderluster, I’m on the road for most of the year. That means that I have a pretty clear sense of what my pain points are, and the products that solve these problems perfectly

Airline Startup Of The Week: Uzbekistan's HUMO Air

Uzbekistan's latest low-cost airline will launch with a fleet of Airbus A320 aircraft on December 15

The Abdication of Pope Celestine V

Pietro da Morrone became Pope of the Catholic Church in 1294. He had become a Benedictine monk at the age of 17 and had adopted an ascetic life, living in a cave on the Mountain of Maiella in south Italy. There, he founded the order later called the Celestines. At the death of Pope Nicholas IV, Morrone was chosen Pope without his consent. For five months, he issued very few decrees, the most notable being the one allowing a Pope to resign his office. At the end of five months, on December 13, he exercised his option and

Head to Hawaii this winter with discounted flights from multiple airlines

American, United, Delta and others are offering discounted fares to multiple Hawaiian islands this January and February

Flight Attendants Want More from U.S. Airlines. It Might Take a Strike to Get There

Labor discontent is rife in the skies over the U.S.

There’s now a three-and-a-half-year cruise planning to set sail in May

A new three-and-a-half-year cruise aims to take people around the world. And the company promises that, unlike the last three-year cruise to be proposed, this one won't be canceled

Inside the solo cabins on Celebrity Cruises' new ship

Here's what the solo cabins are like on Celebrity Cruises' new ship

Cruise lines are cracking down on this increasingly popular practice

Recreational marijuana may be legal in half of the states in the U.S., but that doesn't matter at cruise lines who want to keep their ships cannabis free

Newest, bluest resort on Las Vegas Strip aims to bring Miami Beach vibe to southern Nevada

A developer's drive to open a Las Vegas Strip resort with a vibe echoing Miami Beach’s venerable Fontainebleau reaches reality on Wednesday, with the opening of a 67-story hotel-casino tower that became famous as it sat unfinished for more than a decade

Downtown L.A.’s Ace Hotel to Shut its Doors

The Ace Hotel in Downtown Los Angeles announced Tuesday that it would be closing its doors. The brand, which moved into its historic location in 2014, cited complications with the building’s current owners to SFGate

The Best Hotels and Resorts in the World: The Gold List 2024

Welcome to the Gold List 2024, our annual list of editors' favourite hotels, resorts, and more. Here, are our picks for the best hotels and resorts in the world

Video Man travels on international flight without passport

Authorities are investigating how a man flew from Copenhagen to Los Angeles on a Scandinavian Airlines flight last month without a passport, visa or plane ticket

The Trending Honeymoon Destinations Of 2023, According To Google

How trendy was your honeymoon destination in 2023? Google reveals the answer through its year in search feature

Top 10 ski destinations in North America for 2024

There are over 800 ski resorts in North America and while everyone has their favorite, here are the ones that have made it to the top of enthusiasts’ lists

Why everyone wants to travel to Japan in 2024

Osaka, Tokyo, Niseko and Kobe are just some of the cities travellers have on their bucket lists

I Travel to Cuba All The Time — For U.S. Travelers, It’s Much Easier Than You Think

The desire to travel to Cuba is a classic case of wanting what you think you can't have. Cuba's "off-limits" feel has long made it a perpetually popular destination for intrepid travelers

16 Books About the USA Every Traveler Should Read

The landscapes and memorable characters of these United States have long inspired writers. Here are 16 books that capture a distinct sense of place throughout the USA

Wrapping up 2023: Inspired to Keep Inspiring

Often inspired by our industry’s resilience, this year I am especially so. Collectively, we’ve pushed past where we were three short years ago and through additional challenges since. Today, consumers are again traveling and prioritizing safety and peace of mind over simple savings,1 with 50% now more likely than they were previously to use a travel agent

The First African American Congressman

On December 12, 1870, Joseph Hayne Rainey became the first African American to be elected and serve in the United States House of Representatives. Another African American, Hiram Revels, had earlier been appointed to the U.S. Senate, but Rainey was elected a congressman from the state of South Carolina. His parents were both slaves, but his father was also a barber and had managed to save enough money to buy their freedom

An American Airlines passenger says a woman vomited on her bags. The airline responded by giving her $50

Nicole Schreib was flying to Florida when an intoxicated passenger vomited on her bags. She said cabin crew wouldn't clean it and American Airlines only offered a small payment in response

United Airlines flight emergency as fuel leaks out of plane after takeoff

On December 3, a Boeing 737 operated by the airline was flying from Newark, New Jersey, to Norfolk, Virginia, when the flight crew reported an issue with the plane. It safely returned to Newark Liberty International Airport, where it remained for roughly two days before resuming service. Nobody was hurt in the incident

Delta Is Adding Its First-ever Nonstop Flight to This Asian City Next Year

Delta Air Lines will launch flights from Seattle to Taiwan next summer, flying direct from the United States to the island for the first time

Regent to Test New Itineraries with Significantly More Overnights

Regent Seven Seas Cruises is set to test a set of new itineraries, featuring just a handful of ports, but staying overnight or for multiple nights in each port. The six new itineraries are scheduled for 2024 and 2025 said Shawn Tubman, vice president of sales, speaking aboard the new

What's New for the 2024 Alaska Cruise Season

From new ships sailing to Alaska to new piers in Juneau and improvements in Skagway, this is what's new in Alaska cruising in 2024

PortMiami Reclaims Title of Busiest Cruise Port with Growth Continuing

PortMiami reclaimed its position as the world’s busiest cruise port in 2022-2023 reaching nearly 7.3 million passengers for the first time in its his

I've Traveled to More Than 50 Countries, and This Cliffside Hot Springs Resort in Mexico Is One of the Coolest Places I've Visited

One of the world's most amazing (and undiscovered) natural wonders is just four hours north of Mexico City

3 Colorado ski resorts saw 20 inches of snow or more last weekend

Winter weather blew through Colorado’s Rocky Mountains for the second weekend in a row, dumping on resorts across the state. Here’s how much powder piled up at each ski area between Friday, Dec. 8 and early morning Monday, Dec. 11, according to OpenSnow.com

The oldest hotel in your state

America might be a relatively young nation, but there's still plenty of interesting history to be found right across its 50 states. There are archaeological wonders and old towns and cities, but for a real immersion into America's past, there's nothing quite like staying in a historic hotel

39 Of The Coolest London Restaurants For A Culinary 'Tour' Around The World

Here is a list of the best London restaurants for a culinary trip around the world. Get a taste of escapism at these top eateries and eat everything from Spanish tapas to American barbecue

Los Cabos Tourists Warned To Be Vigilant Against Theft During Winter Holiday Season

Crime is generally down in Los Cabos but thefts tend to pick up during the peak holiday travel season. Here are some tips to stay safe

AAA expects holiday airport travel to exceed pre-pandemic levels

Last year, travel was marred in delays and cancelations due to staffing issues with TSA and air traffic controllers

Israeli Settlers Voice Concern and Anger over US Travel Ban

The US secretary of state has said settlers suspected of violence toward Palestinians will not be allowed to enter the United States

Should You Buy Your Airline's Add-On Travel Insurance?

Before you can book your flights, airlines will ask if you want to add on travel insurance. Countless Americans do so automatically. But should you

The world’s top city destinations for 2023 are revealed

A new report names the 100 most attractive city destinations for 2023 – and one continent has been leading the way when it comes to tourism performance

Canada Faces Lawsuit from Russian Airline over Sanctions

Volga-Dnepr Airlines (VI) has sued the Canadian government, asking a federal court to declare invalid Canada's sanctions against the Russian airline in April and seize its Antonov An-124 a month later. The Russian cargo plane has been stuck in Toronto since February 2022, when Canada closed its airspace to Russian planes

Japanese airline to allow pets on all domestic flights from January

A Japanese airline will allow passengers to bring their small dogs and cats on board all of its domestic flights beginning January in a bid to attract more customers, its website shows

United Airlines flies Colorado kids to "The North Pole" for Christmas

The airline worked with local charities to give some Colorado kids who have been through a lot lately the time of their lives for the holidays

United Airlines flies Colorado kids to "The North Pole" for Christmas

The airline worked with local charities to give some Colorado kids who have been through a lot lately the time of their lives for the holidays

Carnival Cruise Line to Raise Wi-Fi Prices

Carnival Cruise Line is increasing the price of its onboard Wi-Fi packages starting on Dec. 8, 2023. According to emails sent to booked passengers, the company’s three different internet plans will see different pricing increases. The individual Social Package will see its pre-cruise purchase price go

China's first large domestic cruise ship ready for inaugural voyage

All equipment needed for China's first domestic large cruise ship, the Adora Magic City was installed on Sunday, with 1,292 crew members from around the world boarding for duty. The ship has been officially transferred to the operator and it's ready for the inaugural voyage

A New Luxury Cruise Line Is Homeporting in Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico's Port of San Juan has a new cruise line: Emerald Cruises, which is now homeporting its Sakara superyacht in the capital

Hyatt to open 35+ hotels and resorts through 2025

Hyatt Hotels has a development pipeline of more than 35 planned luxury hotels and resorts globally through 2025 across the Park Hyatt, Grand Hyatt, Miraval, Alila, Andaz, Thompson Hotels, | Seventy percent of Hyatt's rooms are categorized as luxury and upper upscale

The 10 Best All-Inclusive Resorts In The US

At the best all-inclusive resorts in the US, there's no cooking, cleaning up or even having to plan what the day's adventures hold - it's all been figured out for you

Best all-inclusive resorts in the Dominican Republic

Whether you're looking to stick to your favorite loyalty program or chasing after more of a bespoke resort, the Dominican Republic has something for you. Here are some of our favorites

5 BEST Tours to See Turtles in Tulum, Mexico

If you want to see turtles in Tulum, here are our top 5 tours that'll have you snorkeling with turtles as well as swimming in hidden cenotes

These Were the Most Searched for Travel Destinations of 2023, According to Google

These were the most searched for cities and countries for travelers in 2023, according to Google

2024 Travel Trend Forecast: Turbulence With A Good Chance Of Awesome

Place your tray tables in the locked and upright position, stow your personal items under the seat in front of you, and let's get you to 2024 on time

Germany and Italy Declare War on The United States

The United States was still reeling from the surprise attack by the Japanese on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, and had formally declared war on Japan. Tens of thousands of young American men rushed to join the armed forces. On December 11th, Germany and Italy responded by declaring war on the United States. Germany had recently opened an eastern front by attacking Russia. Soon, however, the two-front strategy would backfire, and Germany would find its supply lines and armies pitted against the greater might of the Allied Forces.

2023: the year of overtourism backlash

With the uptick in revenge travel, countries are trying to limit visitors as necessary

London is officially the world’s most desirable place to travel for Christmas

The UK capital is the most popular destination worldwide for tourists to spend a festive holiday, according to Google search data

Is Solo Travel Actually Lonely? You're Probably Overthinking It

Solo travel doesn't have to be lonely and it is easier than you think to connect, here some advice from an adventure photographer who travel over 300 days a year

RCCL is Wishing upon a Star

Coming summer 2025, Royal Caribbean’s third-in-line new ship, Star of the Seas, today is officially on sale. Bookings are expected to break records, as did those of Icon of the Seas when it went on sale in 2022. The icon-class beauty will sail seven-night itineraries from Port Canaveral (Orlando)

The Murder of John Lennon

On December 8, 1980, Mark David Chapman shot musician and former Beatles lyricist John Lennon four times in the back in the entrance of Lennon's home, the Dakota apartment building on Manhattan's Central Park West. Lennon, who was with his wife Yoko Ono and others at the time of the shooting, was pronounced dead on arrival at the hospital emergency room at 11:15 p.m. at the age of 40 years old. Chapman waited for the police to arrive and was arrested. Assessed as delusional, Chapman was found guilty and sentenced to 20 years to life. He carried with him a copy of Catcher in the Rye

What Happens to Airlines' Unclaimed Baggage?

More than a million suitcases are lost during air travel every year. This is what happens to any unclaimed suitcases and other baggage

Ex-Alaska Airlines pilot who tried to cut plane’s engines is released from jail

The release conditions include that Joseph Emerson undergo mental health services, stay away from drugs and alcohol and not come within 30 feet of an operable aircraft

American Airlines asks U.S. court to overturn ruling barring JetBlue alliance

American Airlines argued that the ruling must be overturned because it threatens a wide range of other collaborations between competitors

Flight attendant shares ‘super useful’ hotel travel hack for checking under beds

The KLM cabin crew member regularly shares solo travel tips via TikTok

This Boutique Hotel in Porto Was Made For Wine Lovers

Wine lovers have long favored Porto for its part in creating Port wine. In the past, the city, the second largest in Portugal, was the transportation hub for the wine trade. The winemakers produced the wine in the Douro Valley and transported it to Vila Nova de Gaia (the city across from Porto) to age

Margaritaville resort planned for Myrtle Beach

Myrtle Beach city leadership discussed plans Thursday to bring a Jimmy Buffet-inspired Margaritaville resort to the Grand Strand

Seabourn Announces ‘Sail of the Year’ Event

eabourn announced its exclusive annual “Sail of the Year”, featuring savings and benefits on select voyages, according to a press release. Seabourn’s exclusive “Sail of the Year” event is available now until February 29, 2024, and includes

12 Big Differences Between Celebrity Cruises and Royal Caribbean

What’s the difference between sailing a cruise on Royal Caribbean and a trip on Celebrity? To be sure, any cruise you take will have plenty of similarities, but despite being owned by the same company (Royal Caribbean Group), there is plenty that’s different between these two cruise lines

12 Things to KNOW Before Going Snorkeling in Tulum, Mexico

Snorkeling in Tulum is really unique as it has both reefs and cenotes to explore! Here's all the info you need to go snorkeling in Tulum

Join Astronomy for an Icelandic eclipse adventure

Join the magazine's editors on the Eclipse Traveler trip of a lifetime to view a solar eclipse and visit some of Iceland's geologic marvels

Indonesia will consider visa-free entry to 20 countries

Indonesia will consider visa-free entry to let more nationalities. It is somewhat reversing earlier restrictions of the country's entry rules

These are the top travel news stories you might have missed in 2023

If 2022 was the year of so-called “revenge travel” and airline meltdowns then 2023 was the year of reparations and a much-needed train renaissance. Over the last 12 months, we’ve reported on the much-needed changes the government is doing to improve travel for all Americans, including compensation for canceled flights

The European towns and cities that are magical at Christmas

Nowhere does festive charm quite like mainland Europe. The north of the continent is the ideal location for those searching for a perfect winter wonderland

Canine virus concerns: Is boarding your dog during holiday travels dangerous?

The mysterious dog virus detected in 12 states, including California, has some pet owners rethinking their holiday travel plans over fears of infections

8 of the 10 safest countries for American travelers in 2024 are in Europe - see the list

Canada is the safest place for American travelers, a survey by Berkshire Hathaway Travel Protection found

Pearl Harbor

On December 7, 1941, three waves of Japanese aircraft left their base of sea carriers stationed north of Hawaii. The Japanese Imperial General Headquarters ordered the attack to coincide with a declaration of war delivered to the United States Department of War in Washington, DC. The surprise attack sank four U.S. Navy battleships and damaged four others. 2,402 people were killed on the ground with another 1,282 wounded. The attack resulted in the United States immediately declaring war on Japan

Mexico's military-run commercial airline to launch with military planes

Mexico's newest commercial airline, due to be run by the military, is set to launch later this month using military aircraft after a deal to lease planes fell through, local media reported on Wednesday

United Is Launching a New Direct European Flight from San Francisco

United Airlines is launching the first nonstop flight between San Francisco to Barcelona for seasonal summer 2024 travel. The new route is now on sale

American Airlines Will Shortly Be Launching New Services To Cancun

American Airlines is all prepared to assist their customers to escape the chills of winter by introducing more flights compared to other U.S. carriers to enjoy the white sand beaches

These New Hotels Are Scheduled To Open Worldwide In 2024

Hundreds of new hotels are expected to open in 2024, from smaller boutiques to lavish resorts in cities both small and large across the globe

The Hottest New Hotel Openings Announced by Preferred Hotels & Resorts

Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest independent hotel brand, will welcome 14 new luxury openings from December 2023 and throughout 2024 to its growing global portfolio

Spending the night in North America’s only ice hotel

When dealing with more than 30,000 tons of ice, you need to know your way around snow. Thankfully, the talented team that designs and builds North America’s only ice hotel knows how to do just that

Cruise ship worker admits to molesting multiple children on board - FBI

Celebrity Cruises youth counselor Cris John Pentinio Castor was charged after a child reported he sexually abused her while she was in the ship's youth center

Neptun Werft Fills Orderbook with Hybrid River Cruise Ships for Viking

Meyer’s Neptun Werft yard in Rockstock-Warnemuende, Germany booked a new order from Viking for nine additional river cruise ships which is helping the shipyard to fill out its orderbook for the next two and a half years

The best new cruise ships coming in 2024 from Royal Caribbean, Viking, and more

Nine new cruise ships in 2024 include the two largest ships in history, both from Royal Caribbean International

Amsterdam Cruise Port to be dissolved; long live Cruise Port Amsterdam

Amsterdam Cruise Port non-profit association founded 25 years ago, and set up to support and grow cruise tourism in the city and areas, to be dissolved

7 Best Places to View the Northern Lights

You can witness this naturally occurring phenomenon from the US to Scandinavia

The 10 best bed bug treatments and prevention products for holiday travel

Have you ever been exposed to bedbugs? There’s a good chance you have whether you know it or not, because these tiny critters are everywhere. Not only do they hide out in mattresses, but you can also find them in bed frames, clothing, furniture, behind pictures and even under loose wallpaper

The 10 Most Spectacular Places Around the World to Visit in February

The shortest month of the year is prime for a long-haul trip. From Marrakech to the Maldives, these are the best places to visit in February

GOP senators: Halt travel with China to stop ‘mystery illness’

The WHO last month requested information on the outbreak, then held a teleconference with Chinese authorities in which officials said the pneumonia was caused by a common bacteria, mycoplasma, as well as seasonal viruses, including respiratory syncytial virus, adenovirus and the flu

The world’s most peaceful countries in 2023

In travel news this week: the world’s leading destinations for neighborliness and tranquility, what’s trending in aircraft interiors and top picks for city getaways and Asian hotels.

Longest U.S. River Cruise in History is SOLD OUT

GUILFORD, CT—December 5, 2023— American Cruise Lines is pleased to announce that their 61-Day Great United States and 35-Day Civil War Battlefields cruises have sold out for 2024. Both new itineraries were just announced earlier this year, with the 61-Day Great United States cruise representing the longest U.S. River cruise itinerary in history. Demand for domestic itineraries, especially longer experiences, remains strong. The company has continued to respond to the interest by announcing several new National Parks cruises, ranging from 12 to 19 days in length

The Thirteenth Amendment

On this day in 1865, the Thirteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution became law. The Thirteenth Amendment abolished slavery and involuntary servitude. It was the first amendment to the Constitution in over sixty years. The Emancipation Proclamation issued by President Lincoln in 1863 had earlier abolished slavery, but was viewed by some as a temporary war measure and did not affect the border states. The Thirteeth Amendment gave abolition the force of the entire law of the land.

What It’s Like to Fly La Compagnie, a Business-Class-Only Airline

From rare champagne tastings to book signings onboard, La Compagnie goes the extra mile—while being more affordable

JetBlue - Spirit Airlines Merger Now Awaiting Judge’s Decision

The deal could go through with further concessions from JetBlue

Award-Winning Airline Adds New U.S. Gateway To World’s Largest Network

Turkish Airlines flies to more nations than any other carrier, with excellent quality and a great value propostion. Now it goes non-stop from 13 U.S. cities

Woman sells her home to fund three-year luxury cruise only for it to be cancelled last minute

Keri Witman spent months preparing for the Life at Sea adventure intended to set sail from Turkey

Tropical Cyclone Forces Royal Caribbean Ship to Cancel Ports

A tropical cyclone has forced a complete itinerary change for one Royal Caribbean cruise ship sailing near Australia

Windstar Announces Multi-Million Dollar Update to Sailing Ships

Windstar Cruises is embarking on a multi-million-dollar initiative to redesign and update its original three classic sailing yachts - the Wind Star, the Wind Spirit and the Wind Surf. According to a press release, the multi-year project kicks off today

Bookings open for MSC Magnifica's 2026 world cruise

MSC Cruises has opened sales for its four-month 2026 world cruise to be operated by MSC Magnifica, set to travel 36,000 nmi and twice cross the Equator

Ski resorts that are good bets for snowy slopes this season

From Europe and Japan to Alaska and Utah, these are some of the best bets for snowy slopes for a ski vacation this winter

The Living Is Good at Palm Springs' Newest Boutique Hotel

Palm Springs has long been a desert oasis for Californians looking to kick back by the pool, refresh in the desert heat, and dance the night away under (and alongside) the stars. As a New Yorker who had never been, my first exposure to Palm Springs

Americans who have traveled internationally stand out in their views and knowledge of foreign affairs

Roughly three-quarters of Americans (76%) have visited at least one other country, including 26% who have been to five or more

International airline group expects a banner year for travel in 2024

Airlines expect record traveler numbers and revenues in 2024 but will continue to be constrained by the high cost of capital and limited capacity, IATA said

Is snow storm, travel chaos and flight cancellation damaging European tourism?

As winter blankets Europe in a picturesque layer of snow, the travel industry finds itself grappling with unprecedented challenges, with snowfall intensifying across the continent

Could 'carbon passports' that limit how much we travel be in our future?

The concept would give travelers a limited carbon footprint for transportation each year. In reality, sustainability-travel experts say, it'd be hard to implement and there are better solutions

From the 'No Menu' Menu to Better Kids Meals, These Are the Food-Related Travel Trends You Can Expect to See Everywhere in 2024

Want to stay on trend in 2024? Here are the biggest trends in food-related travel in the coming year, according to insiders

The End of Prohibition

The Eighteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution was passed in 1919, over the veto of President Woodrow Wilson. Under pressure from religious and other temperance groups, the manufacture and consumption of alcoholic beverages became illegal. Almost immediately, millions of Americans became criminals. Distilleries and breweries in the neighboring countries of Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean flourished and organized crime grew stronger with the illegal trade and the violence that is an inevitable consequence of

Collette’s ‘Canyon Country’ tour guides travelers through the many breathtaking views of the Southwest

Pawtucket, RI (December 1, 2023) – Collette reminds travelers that departures for its “Canyon Country” tour are now available for booking in both 2024 and 2025. The eight-day tour is the perfect way to explore the Southwestern United States. For travelers that want to venture outside of the Golden State, Collette offers the eight-day “Canyon Country” tour. This is another tour that is full of amazing views. The adventure kicks off in Scottsdale, Arizona and then quickly sees travelers venture to Sedona. From there they’ll mosey through the Kaibab National Forrest before reaching the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. Later in the tour they’ll hit both the Bryce Canyon and Zion National Parks. Travelers can secure their spot on the “Canyon Country” tour with a

How American Airlines Is Aiming to Limit Taxiing — or Any Delay — After Landing

The airline is using real-time data to assign just-landed planes to the nearest available gate

Increasing Accessibility: How Airline Seating May Improve to Better Accommodate Wheelchair Users

How the industry is adapting to make flying better for everyone

Feds have long list to scrutinize in airline mergers

Company leaders and shareholders have agreed to the deal in which Alaska Airlines buys Hawaiian Airlines, but at least a year or more of regulatory hurdles are ahead. There's a lot at stake and Hawaii has a rocky history with mergers and acquisitions

A US tourist died after being attacked by a shark while paddleboarding at a Sandals resort in the Bahamas

The 44-year-old woman from Boston was paddling away from the shore of a resort along with a male relative when the shark attacked her, according to a statement from the Royal Bahamas Police Force. It did not name either person

Kempinski Hotels Unveils Plans for Chic Ski Resort in Romania’s Carpathian Mountains

Hotel set to become the first five-star hospitality project in the year-round resort of Poiana Brasov

Experience the Charm of This Boutique Hotel in London Inspired by Oscar Wilde

With decadence around every corner, it only makes sense that L’Oscar would be inspired by London’s most popular playwright, Oscar Wilde. Housed in the former headquarters of the Baptist church, the property has 39 rooms and suites spread across seven floors

Winter 2023-24: Princess Cruises to Return to Southeast Asia

The 2023-24 winter season will mark Princess Cruises return to Southeast Asia after a four-year-long gap. With the Diamond Princess repositioning from Japan, the company is set to offer a series of ten- to 14-night cruises departing from Singapore. The Carnival Corporation-owned premium brand is also offering itineraries to different

The World's Largest Cruise Ship Is Coming in January—Here's What It's Like Inside

Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas will weigh over a quarter million tons and hold up to nearly 10,000 passengers and crew

Margaritaville at Sea will sail new ship from Tampa in 2024

Margaritaville at Sea is adding a second ship that will sail from Tampa, Florida next summer

Paris is getting a whole new Metro network. And it’s huge

With gorgeous art nouveau entrances, maze-like tunnels and trains that rattle briskly under, and occasionally over, some of the world’s most famous streets, it’s a transport network that has inspired movies, novels and poetry

Visa-free travel policy boosted tourism

China's foreign ministry said on Tuesday its visa-free travel policy has produced a clear effect, making things easier for travelers. Francis Maguire reports

Safety in the skies: Air traffic control staffing shortages blamed for 'close calls' at airports, new report shows

A new report finds close calls at airports nationwide and blames dangerous air traffic control staffing shortages

Mongolia witnesses skies turning mysteriously ‘blood red’

In an extraordinary celestial phenomenon, Mongolia witnessed a rare auroral event recently that transformed its skies into a deep, blood-red hue. The stunning colouration was the result of a significant solar storm's initial impact on Earth, leaving spectators in awe

Munich Airport closes again as blizzard continues

Munich Airport faced renewed closure due to freezing rain, causing extensive flight disruptions and travel chaos

Ryanair: Passengers accuse airline of 'scandalous' new fee

Passengers say they are being told to pay to get a boarding pass online or face queuing at the airport

American Airlines makes surprising change passengers will love

As travelers in the U.S. fly to their destinations for business and pleasure, they have come to expect an increasingly sophisticated set of in-flight entertainment experiences

Alaska Air to Acquire Hawaiian and Grow to 25% Share of US Domestic Market

Alaska Air Group Inc. on Sunday announced a plan to acquire Hawaiian Holdings Inc. Alaska’s $1.9 billion offer is almost four times the current price of Hawaiian shares, which have been pummeled this year by the Maui wildfires, high fuel costs and engine recall issues on some of its Airbus SE planes

World’s largest cruise ship - five times the size of Titanic - is about to set sail

Royal Caribbean’s latest vessel, named ‘Icon of the Seas’, embarks on its first journey on 27 January 2024

Carnival Ships Will Boycott Port After Cruise Tax Hike

Two Carnival Corp cruise brands will pull ships from scheduled port calls in Melbourne, Australia, after the port authority announced a cruise ship tax hike

The best new cruise ships and itineraries for 2024

Sail Australia's remote Kimberley, or hop on board the 249th ship from legacy line Cunard - these are the very best cruise ships and itineraries coming in 2024

Live Along Nicaragua’s Emerald Coast at Mukul Resort’s New Branded Residences

Mukul Resort along Nicaragua's picturesque Emerald Coast recently reopened with newly designed suites and a selection of branded homes for purchase

The most stylish small hotels in one of our favourite Dutch cities

From chintzy townhouse hotels to antique-laden canal houses, these places burst with charm and character

16 luxury hotels that go all-out for Christmas

Christmas at a hotel has a certain luxurious low-hassle allure. Here are 16 of the best hotels around the world that go all-out for the holiday in lavish style

How volunteering can make your vacation more meaningful

Travelers who volunteer in Hawaii get a rewarding experience and help reduce the burden off of local nonprofits

Mexican Caribbean To Welcome Record-Breaking Number Of Flights As Destination Skyrockets In Popularity

Travelers to the Mexican Caribbean will have about 36,000 flights to select from for their vacation getaway through March of 2024

These 5 Countries Will Be The Fastest Growing Tourism Destinations For 2024

Where do you think will be the popular destinations in 2024? Here are 5 contenders from a recent study of internet search data

10 Friendliest Countries In The World, According To Statistics

These 10 countries are the friendliest in the world, full of safe towns, friendly locals, and a welcoming atmosphere for short and long-term visits

The Discovery of the Mary Celeste

On December 4, 1872, the captain of the commercial sailing vessel Dei Gratia spotted the American ship Mary Celeste sailing toward the Straights of Gibraltar. Captain David Reed Morehouse of the Dei Gratia knew the Mary Celeste had sailed out of New York only a few weeks before. The Mary Celeste was sailing oddly, almost as though at drift, though it was under full sail. Captain Morehouse sent a small boat to board the ship and offer assistance. To the crew's surprise, the Mary Celeste was abandoned. Not a single one of her crew members was aboard, all vanished. The ship's log book was without mention of any incident and the cargo was fully intact. No explanation has ever been fully accepted as to what happened to the crew of the Mary Celeste.

The Last TWA Flight

On this day in 2001, Trans World Airlines Flight 220 landed in St. Louis International Airport, ending 71 years of TWA operations. TWA’s assets were purchased by American Airlines. Flight 220 was piloted by Captain Bill Compton. Started in 1930, TWA filed three times for bankruptcy during its history, the last just prior to its acquisition by American.

Exciting new airline routes from November 2023 and beyond

All the new and exciting airline routes announced this month from American, Delta, United and more

Frontier Is Boosting Its Presence in This Major City With 2 Airports - Here's How

Frontier Airlines is doubling down on Chicago, with plans to reopen a pilot base that will serve both major airports in the Windy City

United Airlines Launches Flights From Los Angeles To Brisbane

United now operates up to eight daily flights to Australia

Curio Collection by Hilton Marks 150-Hotel Achievement: A Year of Remarkable Worldwide Growth

Curio Collection by Hilton, a global portfolio of handpicked hotels that immerse guests in one-of-a-kind moments in the world's most sought-after destinations, is recognizing a robust year of openings that have paved the way for the brand to reach its 150th opening milestone by the end of 2023. The addition of 19 properties to the portfolio by

shigeru ban's floating villas comprise the first resort-residence project in the maldives

Shigeru ban architects has revealed plans for infinite Maldives, the first resort-residence development in the Maldives

The 12 Best Hotels In Los Cabos

The best hotels in Los Cabos truly excel at offering top-notch relaxation and luxury. Here are our selections for the best hotels to book on your next trip

This Gorgeous New Ship Is the Only Cruise in the World Sailed by Hand

The new Sea Cloud Spirit will sail the Caribbean this winter, and then cruise the Mediterranean for summer 2024

The Best New Cruise Ships and Itineraries for 2024

Sail Australia's remote Kimberley, or hop on board the 249th ship from legacy line Cunard

New Celebrity Cruise Ship Features Exclusive Retail Venues

Celebrity Cruises and Starboard bring a first-at-sea retail concept and exclusive venues on the new Celebrity Ascent

Amtrak roomette sale offers free companion travel

Amtrak has launched a “free companion” sale for roomettes on its long-distance routes, allowing two people to travel in one of the two-bed sleeping-car accommodations for the price of one

This popular travel destination is banning smoking in most public places

Lighting up a cigarette will no longer be allowed on beaches and in parks, forests and areas around schools

This Tropical Island Is Surging In Popularity With American Travelers

Jamaica is experiencing record numbers of airline seats right now. So why is this tropical island popular with American travelers

Do AirTags, Tiles in luggage work? Not always. Here's what to know.

Luggage thieves are smart and can remove or disable the trackers while they're pilfering your bags. Airlines are also unimpressed, here's why

These U.S. Destinations Are Most Likely to Have a White Christmas in 2023

Looking to have a snow-fiilled white Christmas? These U.S. destinations are likely to deliver

Mark Twain

On this day in 1835, Samuel Langhorne Clemens was born in the small town of Florida, Missouri. Better known by his pseudonym, Mark Twain, the writer proved to be one of the true originals of American literature. His novels The Adventures of Tom Sawyer and The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn earned Twain a public following even in his own day. His wit and keen satire are staples of popular quotations, and his insights into human nature are as accurate today as when he first penned them. At his request, his autobiography was withheld from full publication for 100 years, and was only recently published during 2010. He died on April 21, 1910.

Nonstop Flights from Salt Lake City to Honolulu by Hawaiian Airline

Hawaiian Airlines is set to elevate travel convenience and connectivity with the introduction of nonstop flights between Salt Lake City (SLC) and Honolulu (HNL)

This Low-cost Airline Might Soon Offer International Flights, According to the CEO

Low-cost carrier Breeze Airways may soon expand beyond the United States with international flights, it's CEO said in an interview

United Airlines Is Protecting Frequent Flyer Status For Travelers Impacted By Israel Flight Suspensions

Frequent flyers and Israel-based members will have their Premier status extended until January 31, 2025, following flight suspensions

This Maui Hotel Is A Leader In Sustainability: Here's Why

Enjoy a relaxing and luxurious stay on Maui while also embracing sustainability by booking a resort that is actively reducing its carbon footprint

Teen Dies After Falling From Cruise Ship Balcony While En Route to Bahamas

Cruises are times for overindulgence. All-you-can-eat buffets. Lounging on the beach until you’re sunburned. And spending too much money at local shops in various ports. It's all a lot and usually so much fun

New Viking Ship Floated Out at Fincantieri

The Viking Vela was floated out at Fincantieri as the vessel now moves to its final outfitting ahead of a late 2024 delivery. “The unit will be placed in the small cruise ship segment. She will have a gross tonnage of about 54,300 tons, will be equipped with 499 cabins and will be able to accommodate 998 passengers

Cozumel Explores Imposing a $5 Cruise Passenger Tax

Passengers visiting Cozumel and Costa Maya, Mexico, may have to pay a new $5 cruise tax beginning in 2025

How To Tell If Your Hotel Mirror Is Actually A Two-Way Mirror

Mirror, mirror on the wall, who is the most stalker-y of them all

Checking in to next-generation hotel rooms from Marriott

Allow me to set the scene. A months ago, when planning the episodes of the current series of the podcast, to my utter disbelief, my producer told me that Marriott International were basically giving me the keys to their headquarters for the day

The most luxurious hotels to book for an unforgettable stay in Paris

From former aristocratic residences to Haussmannian five-stars, push the boat out and splurge on one of these incredible hotels

China says respiratory illness cases are under control as Taiwan issues travel advisory

Taiwan has urged its elderly and very young people to avoid travel to mainland China, Hong Kong and Macau

Bride ‘heartbroken’ as Hobbit wedding cancelled after cruise ship is turned away

The groom said he was ‘ready to explode’ when ship blunder meant they were unable to dock

Details On New Zealand Visa Online Application For Tourists

New Zealand is one of the world's most popular tourist destinations. This place is unlike any other, with snow-capped mountains, ancient glaciers, hills, and wine galore. The country has outstanding educational institutions that provide excellent education and travel opportunities

The Zong Massacre

On November 29, 1781, the crew of a British slave ship, The Zong, murdered 133 African slaves bound for Jamaica by dumping them overboard into the sea to claim insurance. The ship's first mate stood his ground and objected to the action and later testified against the crew at trial. Public reaction to the Zong affair was so strong as to hasten the United Kingdom's eventual prohibition of the slave trade.

Collette’s new ‘Historical Greenbrier’ tour features yet another special stay

Pawtucket, RI (November 28, 2023) – Content of press release.Collete reminds travelers of its must-stay hotel inclusions while on tour. The tour operator ensures that travelers get to spend the night in special places when exploring the United States. Tours like the all-new “Historical Greenbrier,” “Mackinac Island,” and “Southern Charm,” all feature some iconic hotels

Travel Industry Gathers for Christening of Norwegian Viva in Miami

A Latin Lineup of entertainers joined 1,500 members of the travel press, travel advisors and well-wishers to welcome the newest Norwegian ship, Norwegian Viva, in Miami on Tuesday. "To christen Norwegian Viva in Miami is incredibly special to many of us at NCL, not only because Miami is our homet

Celestyal Adds Three Countries and Six Ports for 2024

Celestyal is sprucing up its offerings for 2024, adding two ships, three countries and six ports to its Mediterranean offerings. Just two weeks after acquiring its second new ship, Celestyal Discovery, the company announced new itineraries that include Croatia, Montenegro and Italy, with stops in

Airline completes historic sustainable fuel flight

This Virgin Atlantic passenger jet flew from London to New York powered entirely by sustainable aviation fuel, or SAF. It's the first time a commercial airliner has completed such a feat, and is part of efforts to showcase the potential of low-carbon options in the airline industry

Man arrested in attack on plane in Miami that left American Airlines employee hospitalized

A man was arrested in an attack on a plane at Miami International Airport that left an American Airlines employee hospitalized, police said

Denied: National Mediation Board Will Not Release American Airlines Flight Attendants From Negotiation

The APFA requested to be released from negotiations on November 20

Six Senses Debut Resort In The Caribbean Opening May 2024

Enjoying a pride-of-place setting between the ocean and a protected cove on the southern part of Grenada, Six Senses La Sagesse invites guests to put their feet up and worries down and embark on a journey of discovery, rejuvenation, and celebration. From waterfall meditation to artisan rum and chocolate making, there is much to uncover on this Caribbean gem known for its spices and relaxed lifestyle

The Beloved Venice Beach Restaurant and Cafe Gjelina Opens Its First Hotel

Located in a former Venice boarding house, Vitorrja has been lovingly restored into 26 rooms and suites dripping with local and imported character

This Iconic Hotel Is The Home to the Famed Venice Film Festival

If you're a movie buff, you've heard of the Venice Film Festival. The iconic event is one of the oldest film festivals in the world, and the Hotel Excelsior at Venice Lido Resort has hosted the celebration for the last 80 years. In fact, the first-ever Venice Film Festival was inaugurated on the hotel's balcony

P&O cruise rejected from New Zealand port, stuck at sea for a week

An Australian cruise was rejected from New Zealand after bad weather prevented proper cleaning of its hull

Beware of these 4 scams while hunting for Travel Tuesday deals

Consumers can score great travel deals on Tuesday, but scammers can also scuttle trips and ruin budgets

Maui mayor proposes tax incentives to boost long-term housing for wildfire survivors

“By converting short-term units to long-term rental properties, and renting them to residents who have been displaced by the disaster, owners of Maui’s thousands of short-term vacation rentals, timeshares and non-owner-occupied homes will be exempted from paying real property taxes,” Mayor Richard Bissen said.

US Thanksgiving weekend sales hit record on big discounts, online boost

Deep discounts on everything from beauty products and toys to electronics during the Thanksgiving weekend enticed U.S. shoppers to splurge about $38 billion online, signaling a strong holiday shopping season even as economic uncertainty swirled

5 ways to securely access Wi-Fi on your phone while traveling

Have you ever wondered how to use your iPhone when you travel abroad? Do you know if your Wi-Fi is secure when you switch to 5G? Do you need to worry about hackers or identity thieves when you connect to public Wi-Fi networks

How Taylor Swift’s ‘The Eras Tour’ is changing travel

Over the last decade, Taylor Swift has had a transformative effect on the music and entertainment industries. But the megastar, who is currently in the South American leg of her blockbuster The Eras Tour – a multi-continent extravaganza that could end up as the highest-grossing tour of all time – is also drastically shaping the world of travel

These five EU countries will soon be able to visit China visa-free

China wants to lure visitors from these five European countries

Everything You Need to Know About Castaway Cay, Disney's Private Island

Here's what you need to know about Castaway Cay before your next Disney Cruise Line voyage

Free Things to Do in Cape Town This Festive Season

The festive season can be a time of financial strain. Let's explore some of the best free things to do in Cape Town this festive season

Launch of the Mariner 4

On this day in 1964, NASA launched the Mariner 4, the fourth spacecraft in a series developed to explore other planets using flyby technology. The Mariner 4 was the first in the group to successfully complete a flyby and return with photos of Mars' (or any other planet's) surface. The spacecraft began the studies of the engineering required for long-duration interplanetary travel.

Southwest Airlines passenger hospitalized after opening emergency exit and climbing onto wing, officials say

No charges were filed following the Sunday incident at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, officials said

Southwest, American Airlines facing major flight disruptions

Southwest Airlines pilots asked in August to be released from federal mediation with the airline. That request was denied and the union and the airline returned to the bargaining table

First long-haul flight fully powered by sustainable aviation fuel takes off

Virgin Atlantic is operating the flight between London Heathrow and New York JFK

Royal Caribbean takes ownership of world's largest cruise ship

The Icon of the Seas is five times larger than the Titanic

Next Steps Revealed for New Carnival Cruise Ship

Less than a month from her Texas debut, the schedule has been released for Carnival Jubilee and how she will reach the Lone Star State

World's Largest Cruise Ship Delivered to Royal Caribbean

The world's largest cruise ship, the Icon of the Seas, was handed over to her owners, Royal Caribbean Group, during a ceremony today at the Meyer Tur

59 awesome things to do in Bali: A go-to guide to the island's best tours and attractions

Make the most of your island vacay with these awesome activities in Bali, from waterfall jumping and beach club hopping, to temple exploring and Seminyak shopping

Iceland experiences almost 700 earthquakes

Iceland experienced nearly 100 earthquakes since midnight today, heightening concerns of an impending eruption. The most powerful quake, measuring 3.35 in magnitude, struck Vatnafjoll in South Iceland at 5:56 am, according to the Icelandic Met Office

Plane lands at wrong airport, 320km from actual destination

Passengers on the United Nigeria Airlines flight from Lagos thought they had landed in the capital, Abuja. However, they were 318km in the wrong direction

Angkor Wat becomes the 8th wonder of the world

For those who don't know, Angkor Wat holds the Guinness World Record for being the largest religious structure in the world! In a recent update, Angkor Wat has become the eighth wonder of the world

Why This Nordic Country Should Be at the Top of Your Travel Bucket List

An ever-evolving art scene, delicious dining options, and new ways to experience the Nordic wilderness make Norway one of the best places to visit in 2024

Injured in crash, South Florida couple credits travel insurance with getting them back home

Cheryl Robinson was set to sail with her husband in early November on the Sirena by Oceania Cruises but they never made it

How to Prevent Blood Clots on Flights (and Other Travel)

When heading to a far-flung destination, give thought to how to prevent blood clots on flights and during other long-distance travel

Travel Tuesday Is the Best Day to Score Cheap Flights and Hotel Deals — Here's What to Book, Up to 50% Off

We found the best travel deals on cheap flights, hotels, cruises, vacation packages, wellness and dining perks, and more for Travel Tuesday 2023. Shop the best deals you don’t want to miss from Delta, Hyatt, Marriott, Royal Caribbean, Hotels.com, and more.

Flight times could be cut with these new turnaround techniques

Shaving mere minutes off flight times might seem trivial on paper, but it can result in huge savings for airlines

The weirdest reason airline passengers choose the middle seat

By overwhelming numbers, air travelers prefer aisle seats or window seats over the middle ones. The window seat offers a view of the outside world from high above it — and an interior surface upon which to rest one's head and even take a nap, for those who are able to do so in flight

Southwest Airlines trying massive customer perk

Southwest Airlines operates in its own space in the airline industry. Value is part of its proposition, but it's not a no-frills, a la carte airline like Spirit and Frontier. When you buy a Southwest ticket, you get the right to a boarding position

Croatia to Connect With the World Through Over 150 Airline Routes This Winter Season

This winter season, Croatia plans to expand its airline offerings with over 150 separate routes, a significant increase from the 118 routes available during the same period last year. Data provided by the Croatian National Tourist Board (CNTB) from various airports show that Croatia will establish direct connections with 28 countries

Southeast Asia’s first luxury hotel made from retired buses opens in Singapore — take a look inside

The Bus Collective is Southeast Asia's first resort hotel to repurpose 20 retired buses into luxury hotel rooms. These rooms will be open for stays in December

My 5-Day Escape to St. Lucia

One writer shares their experience traveling solo to the all-inclusive luxury resort

This Might Be the World's Greenest Resort

Built to be energy-efficient, Coulibri Ridge is proof that sustainability and luxury don't need to be mutually exclusive

3-Year World Cruise Abruptly Canceled Two Weeks Before It Was Scheduled to Set Sail

Life at Sea Cruises' 3-year cruise was canceled two weeks before its updated departure date of Nov. 30. It was originally scheduled to depart from Istanbul, Turkey, on Nov. 1

Carnival Cruise Line Addresses Cruise Director Situation

With Jonathan Adams leaving Mardi Gras, who will be stepping aboard to take charge of the fun on one of Carnival Cruise Line's biggest ships

NCL Vibe Beach Club: A guide to this exclusive cruise sun deck

If you've ever wanted your own serene place in the sun on a Norwegian Cruise Line sailing, you're in luck. Vibe Beach Club, NCL's exclusive sun deck, offers a peaceful oasis amid the daily hustle and bustle of ship life

Thanksgiving travel: TSA breaks record for highest number of daily passengers

This year's Thanksgiving holiday shattered travel records

These Are The 6 Most Popular European Destinations For Americans This Winter

Americans are flocking to Europe this winter in record numbers, here are the 6 most popular destinations they are choosing

Fly to Germany and Travel to 25 Different Cities By Train on One Ticket - Here's How

United has teamed up with German train line Deutsche Bahn to offer a single ticket for both air and rail travel

It’s time to limit how often we can travel abroad – ‘carbon passports’ may be the answer

The clock could be ticking for the travel industry unless action is taken to change our travel habits

5 myths and facts about travel insurance that everyone needs to know

Travel insurance is essential for all trips, including short trips or domestic travel, as unforeseen incidents can happen anywhere

Pack your jerseys. The era of 'sports tourism' is here

No longer content to watch games from home, sport fans are shelling out big money to attend events like F1 races, tennis matches and the Summer Olympic Games

Pope Urban II Launches First Crusade

On this day in 1095, Catholic Pope Urban II launched the First Crusade to reclaim the Holy Lands, and in particular Jerusalem, for the Christians. The motivations for the Crusades were multi-faceted: though often attributed to religious zeal, the Crusades were also ordered in part to quell in the unruly warrior class in Europe, who had no battles to fight and thus had begun in small numbers terrorizing the local populations. This First Crusade was successful in its own goals, Jerusalem being recaptured four years later in 1099. The loss of Jerusalem led to at least three more Crusades, most of which were failures.

Blackbeard

On this day in the year 1718, the notorious pirate Blackbeard was killed in battle off the coast of Ocracoke, North Carolina by a crew of British sailors under the authority of the governor of Virginia. Blackbeard, whose real name was Edward Teach, had a fearsome reputation. He played upon his own legend, sometimes lighting coils of hemp rope afire under his hat to surround himself with smoke during battle. Yet, there is no record of him ever harming any of his captives or any member of his crew.

American Airlines reviewing viral video showing wheelchair crashing onto airport tarmac

American Airlines said it is reviewing a video posted on TikTok that shows a baggage handler releasing a passenger’s wheelchair to slide down a jet bridge chute, where it crashed into a metal barrier, flipped over and tumbled onto an airport tarmac

Our Favorite Airline Lounges Throughout the World

As U.S. airlines and international carriers roll out the red carpet with new and improved lounge spaces, these are some of the best airline lounges in the world

United Airlines Is Adding a Record-Breaking Number of Flights to Asia and the Pacific

In response to surging travel demand, United is launching dozens of new flights to the Asia-Pacific region, including to destinations never before served by US airlines

This Is the “World’s Skinniest Hotel”

Curious about what it's like to stay in the world's skinniest hotel? Well, visiting the Piturooms in Indonesia will allow you to do just that. The owner built it on a piece of land with an odd, slender size, which, in turn, left it unwanted amongst local real estate developers. Now, it's the home of

South Korea's newest entertainment resort to open in Q4 2023

Here's the lowdown on the new Mohegan Inspire Entertainment Resort set to open on Yongjong Island, Incheon

Margaritaville sets opening date

Margaritaville Fort Myers Beach resort announced an opening date of Dec. 21 that has been years in the making. More than two years after construction began

A passenger went missing on a cruise ship. His mother says Carnival didn’t tell her

Tyler Barnett, from Louisiana, is believed to have gone overboard the Carnival Glory on Monday

Seven Months of Cruises Cancelled for Norwegian Cruise Ship

Norwegian Sun has now had seven months of cruises cancelled for 2025, but what will happen to the cruise line's second-oldest ship

MSC Seashore Starts Year-Round Service from Port Canaveral

The MSC Seashore recently kicked off a year-round program out of Port Canaveral. Debuting at the Central Florida homeport, the MSC Cruises ship is poised to offer a series of cruises to the Bahamas and the Western Caribbean

Best Tours in Antigua You Shouldn’t Miss

Going on a holiday trip to the Caribbean is not only about bathing in the sea and lounging in your villa in Antigua. We recommend maximising your stay by

8 Gorgeous Places To Visit In Ticino, Switzerland’s Enchanting Mediterranean Region

You may say: But Switzerland is landlocked! How can there be a Mediterranean region? You are correct in theory, but we are taking you to Ticino, Switzerland’s southernmost canton. Sometimes a place is not defined by its location but more so by its atmosphere and flair

These Are 6 Of The Fastest Growing Destinations In The World Right Now

Killing time in Kyoto? Relaxing in Rio? These are 6 of the fastest-growing destinations for travelers in 2024, according to a report

Canada ranked safest country in the world

A list of the safest countries to travel to in 2024 was just published, and Canada came out on top

American traveler's customs form joke just earned him a lifetime travel ban

It is particularly rare for travelers, particularly to countries that are popular tourism destinations, to cop a lifetime entry ban. The latter is usually a last resort reserved for those who violate multiple laws or pose a security risk to the country

The Ultimate Travel Checklist: 9 Steps to a Stress-Free Trip

From readying visas and passports to packing your bags, make sure you're prepared for your next trip by following this travel checklist

Thanksgiving storm live updates: Severe weather threatens travel

A severe storm is forecast to sweep across the United States as Americans gather for Thanksgiving during one of the busiest holiday travel weeks of the year

Blackbeard

On this day in the year 1718, the notorious pirate Blackbeard was killed in battle off the coast of Ocracoke, North Carolina by a crew of British sailors under the authority of the governor of Virginia. Blackbeard, whose real name was Edward Teach, had a fearsome reputation. He played upon his own legend, sometimes lighting coils of hemp rope afire under his hat to surround himself with smoke during battle. Yet, there is no record of him ever harming any of his captives or any member of his crew.

American Airlines’ flight attendants want to strike. But it won’t disrupt your holiday travels

American Airlines’ flight attendants’ union wants permission from the government to go on strike in 30 days. But you don’t need to worry about a strike screwing up your holiday travel plans

United to Launch Direct Flights to Tulum From These Major U.S. Hubs

United is the latest airline to announce that it will launch service directly to Tulum's soon-to-open airport

How Avelo Airlines Helped A 5-Year-Old Overcome His Fear Of Flying

Jack went through a rough turbulence experience a year ago but faced his fear this week

Thailand Set For Capacity Boost As NINE New Airlines Approved To Start Flights

Optimism rules in Thailand with nine new airlines applying for an AOC this year

Snowmass voted the #1 ski resort by Condé Nast ‘Traveler’ readers

The people have spoken voting Snowmass the No. 1 ski resort in the U.S. and Canada, in Conde Nast Traveler’s 2023 Reader’s Choice Awards, with Aspen Mountain and Aspen Highlands nabbing the No. 5 and No. 14 spots, respectively

De L'Europe Amsterdam hotel review

The 19th-century Renaissance building looms large at the crossroads of the Amstel River and Rokin canal; look left and you can make out the curves of the national ballet. The 107-bed hostelry is a well-heeled hive of activity – in the warmer months, museum-fatigued patrons sup Aperols on its waterfront terrace

At This Italian Castle-Hotel, Nostalgic Details Make for Epic Design Moments

The air in northern Umbria, a beguiling pocket of Italy that is densely forested and dotted with hilltop medieval towns, smells of sweet anise, chestnuts, and honey. It is a land of truffles and Orvieto, of ceramics and textiles. This is where Reschio, a nearly 3,700-acre estate, is nestled against the border of Tuscany

Oceania Marina to Undergo Big Refurbishment in May 2024

Oceania Cruises announced that its 1,250-passenger ship, the Marina, will undergo an all-encompassing refurbishment in May 2024, according to a statement

MSC Cruise Ship Assists in the Rescue of Six Fishermen

MSC Preziosa has been involved in the rescue of six fishermen whose fishing boat sank in the area around Ilha Grande in Brazil

These New River Cruises Celebrate Black History and Culture Around the World

On the heels of its first sold-out Black heritage cruise in August, AmaWaterways is unveiling new trips in France, Portugal, Egypt and beyond

U.S. airports expected to see highest volume of Thanksgiving travelers today

Travelers could run into some trouble as a cross-country storm is expected during this record-setting travel week

This Caribbean Destination Is the No. 1 Winter Travel Spot, According to Tripadvisor

Here's how many people plan to take three or more trips this winter season, and where they plan to go, according to Tripadvisor

Best places in the US for destination weddings

If you are keen on a destination wedding, there are places that will make you consider the US for your big day. From the tropical beaches of Hawaii to Napa Valley's vineyard charm

‘Carbon offsets are not credible’: the travel boss exposing the truth about the industry’s sustainability

Darrell Wade, the chair of low-impact Intrepid Travel, has been confronting his industry on its need to change for the climate’s sake

The Latest Travel ‘Flex’ Is Trodding the Earth’s Most Remote Regions

20 Minutes With: Tom Marchant, co-founder of Black Tomato, on custom travel experiences and must-plan luxury trips

Viking Reroutes Amazon River Cruises as River Hits 100-Year Low

As water levels in a major Amazon tributary drop to the lowest levels in recorded history, Viking has rerouted its cruises on the river and switched passengers to a fully Caribbean itinerary

Airlines brace for record Thanksgiving air travel

Thanksgiving will be a test to see how the aviation industry handles the year-end holidays while still managing strains

Major U.S. Airline Announces New Nonstop Tulum Flights From These 4 Cities

A U.S. airline has announced service to Tulum International Airport with flights from Newark/New York, Los Angeles, Houston and Chicago

Top 5: The World's Most Punctual Airlines In October

If you are about to book your next trip, you might want to have a look at which airlines are most likely to get you to your destination on time

The 11 best all-inclusive resorts in Los Cabos

From family-friendly properties perfect for kids to adults-only stays that are great for weddings and honeymoons, these are the best all-inclusive resorts in Los Cabos, Mexico

An Italian ski resort shut down by climate change plans to reopen with artificial snow. Not everyone is happy

Plans to build a multimillion-dollar ski facility on Monte San Primo are proving controversial, with an icy reception from environmental and sporting organizations

This Oceanfront Hotel in Mexico's Baja California Has a Stunning New Garden Restaurant and Rooms With Private Plunge Pools and Beach Views

The small town of Todos Santos, Mexico, which is just an hour north of Los Cabos on the Pacific Ocean side, has become a culinary haven thanks to its incredible seafood. And one of the town’s most notable hotels

Woman Receives Lifetime Ban from Carnival Cruise Line After Bringing CBD Gummies Onboard

A Texas woman received a lifetime ban from Carnival Cruise Line after security agents at the Port of Miami found CBD gummies in her luggage

7 Black Friday cruise deals to book this year

If you're in the market for a cruise, Black Friday may be the time to book

NCL's Food Republic menu: Learn all about this cruise restaurant

What kind of cuisine does Norwegian Cruise Line's Food Republic serve? Here's everything you need to know about this hidden gem, including menu, cost and which ships have the eaterie on board.

Cross-country storm over next several days could disrupt Thanksgiving travel, forecasts show

Americans are bracing for inclement weather during one of the busiest holiday travel weeks of the year

10 Destinations For A Long Weekend Getaway In Europe

Balance a trip to Europe with your 9 to 5 by booking a long weekend escape to one of these dreamy cities across the pond

The Sinking of the Essex

On this day in 1820, a giant sperm whale attacked and sank the whaling vessel Essex off of the western coast of South America. The survivors climbed aboard two life boats and made it to a small island. However, they soon exhausted the islands' food supply. To survive, all but three of the sailors climbed back into their boats to seek aid. Before long, their circumstances became dire, and the men resorted to cannibalism to survive. They were rescued after three months at sea. Writer Herman Melville used aspects of the story in his novel Moby Dick

Get to Know the Greek Island of Sifnos, Where Margot Robbie Vacationed Post-‘Barbie’

The best places to stay and things to do on one of Greece's less-crowded islands

This Hidden Asian Island Features A Venice-Like City And Stunning Beaches

When talking about Southeast Asia, the first places that usually pop into our minds are Thailand or Cambodia. But there is much more to that. Set in the Gulf of Thailand, you will find Phu

The Luxor Massacre

One of the darkest events in international tourism occurred on this date in 1997 in Luxor, Egypt. One of Egypt’s top tourist attractions, the Temple of Hatshepsut, was filled with tourists from around the world at around 08:45 am. Six Islamic militants disguised as members of the security forces and armed with automatic firearms and knives opened fire within the temple. Sixty-three tourists were killed in the temple as well as a tour guide and three security guards. The assailants took over a bus but were stopped by security forces. In the ensuing gun battle, one militant was wounded and

American Airlines Flight Attendants Preparing To Picket

The APFA is demanding a new contract with American Airlines

Bad Behavior 101: Know Your Rights on a Flight

During the height of the pandemic, air travelers saw an outbreak of bad behavior. The internet was filled with videos of unruly passengers slugging flight attendants, trying to break into the cockpit, and assaulting fellow travelers

How Airlines Are Responding to Skiplagging

With easy access to online data and booking websites, skiplagging has become more common, and airlines are taking notice

Southwest Airlines raises drink prices on flights

Southwest Airlines has made the decision to hike up the prices of all of its alcoholic drinks on its flights

Renaissance Hotels Debuts in Harlem, Celebrating the History and Culture of the Iconic Neighborhood

This property marks Harlem's first full-service hotel in 100 years

Coast Guard suspends search for Louisiana man who went overboard from Carnival cruise ship

It took Carnival Cruise Line more than 24 hours to locate surveillance video of 28-year-old Tyler Barnett, who appeared to have jumped overboard, a spokesperson said

American woman killed after Blue Lagoon ferry sinks in Bahamas: Video

The accident took place Tuesday after a two-deck passenger boat departed Paradise Island, Nassau, while ferrying tourist to Blue Lagoon Island

Celestyal Acquires AIDA Cruise Ship Previously Set for Three-Year Cruise

Celestyal Cruises, a niche operator focusing on the Greek Islands, purchased a former AIDA cruise ship from Carnival Corporation that was slated for

The No. 1 Thing Travelers Should to Do Speed Up Security This Holiday Season, According to a TSA Admin

A TSA Assistant Administrator shares tips with T+L for seamlessly navigating airports as the holiday travel season approaches

Plane forced to return to JFK Airport after horse on board gets loose

A cargo jet was forced to turn around to JFK Airport after a horse managed to get loose from its stall

How Iceland's Imminent Volcanic Eruption Could Disrupt Travel In Europe

There is "significant likelihood" that Fagradalsfjall volcano will erupt in the coming days, the Icelandic Meteorological Office is warning. That could mean trouble for travelers

Full list: All the gold award winners from the 2023 Tasmanian Tourism Awards

Tasmania’s best tourism offerings from 69 finalists across 23 diverse categories have been celebrated at this year’s Tasmanian Tourism Awards

U.S. Issues New Travel Advisory For Belize Amid Increased Crime Rates

Like many other major cities around the world, Belize City has crime, and several travel advisories for Belize refer primarily to the city. Nonetheless, exploring the nation can be a very safe experience if you

Thrill Seeker's Delight: 5 Exhilarating Adventures Around The Globe

Thrill seekers who love to push themselves to the limit and seek out the ultimate adrenaline rush have plenty of heart-stopping adventures around

These St. Barts Hotels Are Straight Out of a Daydream

Anyone who has never been to St. Barts has a view on its ethos. “It’s all about money,” “It’s way too social,” or "Oh no, it’s not for me,’ they say. Regulars don’t do much to contradict these assumptions

Operation Paperclip

World War II was over, but the Cold War was beginning to simmer. The United States seized on the opportunity to grab the technology lead in rocket design and development. On November 16, 1945, the first group of German scientists from Nazi Germany arrived in the United States to begin their new roles as United States scientists, among them Wernher von Braun

An American Airlines passenger is ordered to pay $40,000 to the airline for disrupting and diverting a flight

An American Airlines passenger has been ordered to pay nearly $40,000 after causing a major disruption on a flight and forcing it to be diverted, according to a press release from the US Attorney's Office in the District of Arizona on Tuesday

All-You-Can-Fly: Frontier Airlines Drops Annual Pass to $499

The deal on the annual pass expires on November 28th

Passenger tries trolling Ryanair with a drawing, airline has a savage response

Ryanair took to X to share a reply to a flyer who tried trolling them with a hand-drawn picture. The savage reply by the airline has gone viral and prompted varied responses from X users

Rental Escapes Offers Villa and Tickets Packages for 2024 Summer Olympics

With more than 15 million people expected to descend on Paris for the 2024 Summer Olympic and Paralympic games, tickets—and hotel rooms—will be tighter than ever. To help travel advisors put together amazing packages, luxury villa company Rental Escapes is offering up packages that include beautiful private accommodations and tickets to the games

American Airlines Announces Exclusive Nonstop Routes

American Airlines is on track to be the first U.S. carrier to provide nonstop service between New York and Tokyo

The ultimate guide to Holland America cruise ships and itineraries

Holland America is a cruise line with a focus on quality and high standards of service. The line's ships offer excellent food, tasteful decor and a variety of live music. Here's how to determine if Holland America Line is right for your next cruise

Margaritaville at Sea Is Introducing 3-night Weekend Getaways Next Year

Margaritaville at Sea cruise line will be rolling out 3-night cruises from August to December of 2024

What we know about the Taylor Swift-themed cruise setting sail in 2024

Swifties can take their fandom onto the high seas with a new cruise holiday themed around US pop sensation Taylor Swift

10 Best Historic Hotels in Los Angeles You Should Book

Experience the charm of Los Angeles by staying at these 10 historic hotels - a perfect blend of luxury and nostalgia

Montage Kapalua Bay luxury hotel acquired in property deal

One industry expert said the new investment shows a level of optimism that Maui tourism will rebound from the economic downturn since the Aug. 8 wildfires

Find out why this garden has been named ‘the most beautiful in Japan’ for 20+ years

The Adachi Museum of Art in Shimane prefecture is better known for its gardens than its art

Formula One is bringing thousands of racing fans to Las Vegas this weekend. Not everyone is thrilled about it

One of the most hyped events on the 2023 sporting calendar, Formula One’s inaugural Las Vegas Grand Prix arrives this weekend, promising race cars roaring down the iconic Las Vegas Strip at 200 mph for the first time in the city’s history

Schengen visa to go digital soon; best time to plan a trip to Europe

Schengen visa to go digital soon; best time to plan a trip to Europe, The Schengen Visa was established in 1995 to allow border-free travel across 27 European nations within the Schengen Area. This agreement streamlines entry procedures and allows visitors to move easily between

Outlook for travel insurance in 2024

Travel insurance trends include people planning trips much further in advance, buying 2024 travel insurance earlier and getting add-on coverage like CFAR

International travel demand is at record highs, and Delta's CEO says that won't change anytime soon

Resolving to see the world after COVID-era lockdowns, some international travelers remain undeterred amid inflation and geopolitical turmoil

10 travel partner red flags that give us the ick

Are you rude to airport workers? Do you go barefoot on planes? It might be a dealbreaker

Southwest Airlines sets another subtle price increase

Southwest Airlines has built its business model on mostly all-inclusive fares. On the plus side, the airline continues not to charge for checked bags or carry-on luggage. That's a pretty major perk given that its chief rival, JetBlue, still charges for checked bags, and low-cost rivals Spirit and Frontier charge for

Alaska Airlines announces Mileage Plan award chart changes - The Points Guy

Alaska Airlines announces major changes to their Mileage Plan awards chart starting in March 2024

Video: Teacher takes students on 'trip' to Mexico. See how airline responded

First graders' mock trip to Mexico leads to actual airplane adventure. CNN's Jeanne Moos reports on the "best teacher ever."

AI isn't 100% ready for trip-planning just yet

The leading travel sites have all introduced AI chatbots in time to plan holiday vacations — but you should double-check their work before you plunk down money, says Booking.com CEO Glenn Fogel

I cruised to Europe with a first-timer. Here's why she might not cruise again

Cruising for the first time can be equally exciting as it is nerve-racking. For those who have never stepped foot on a cruise ship before, everything onboard is a new experience — both good and bad

American Glory Passes Trials as American Cruise Lines Builds Coastal Cats

American Glory, the second new American Cruise Lines’ Coastal Cat to launch this year, has passed Sea Trials with flying colors. American Cruise Lines

Lindblad Extends Cruise Partnership with National Geographic

LIndblad Expeditions extends its cruise partnership with National Geographic for 17 years. Here's what it means for adventure cruisers

The ‘world’s skinniest hotel’ measures nine feet across

PituRooms in Central Java, Indonesia, has just seven rooms

Kiss Winter Goodbye at Mexico's Dreamiest All-Inclusive Resorts

Want spa treatments, day lounging by the pool, or free-flowing drinks? Here's how to book the best all-inclusive resorts in Mexico for your next warm weather vacation

15 best hotels near Madison Square Garden

Home to the New York Knicks, the New York Rangers and a host for musicians across all genres, Madison Square Garden is one of New York City's most famous venues. And it happens to be right on top of Penn Station, one of the city's two main train hubs

Plane turns back to JFK after horse escapes on board

A Boeing 747 en route from New York JFK to Liege, Belgium, was forced to turn around on November 9 after a horse got loose out of the cargo hold

U.S. State Department Issues New Travel Advisory For Belize

There has been an uptick in crime in Belize. The U.S. State Department has issued a new travel advisory for this Central American paradise

A Volcano in Iceland Could Erupt Any Day. Here's What to Know

Iceland is preparing for a possible volcanic eruption after hundreds of earthquakes have rocked the island nation in the North Atlantic

K-19

The Soviet nuclear submarine K-19 was perhaps the unluckiest piece of military equipment ever assembled. From the beginning of its construction to its decommissioning, the submarine would suffer fires, radiation leaks, and a series of fatal accidents. On the 15th of November in 1969, K-19 managed to collide with the USS Gato attack submarine in the Barents Sea. Both submarines were operating at

Experiencing Far North Queensland: What's there to see and do?

Be sure to add these unmissable attractions in Cairns and Port Douglas when planning your next trip to

This country has overtaken France as Europe’s second-most popular destination

Visitor numbers are due to surpass 50 million by the end of 2023, but it's largely due to the boom of medical tourism

Whale watching in Los Cabos: Everything you need to know

Whales, the most enormous creatures on the planet, are naturally migratory. During the summer months, they feed in cold northern waters, while in winter months they head south to warm weather breeding grounds

Thanksgiving travel can be a nightmare. Here's how to hack it

This Thanksgiving is forecast to be a busy one. Here's everything you need to know about avoiding crowds at airports

Airlines are feeling the impact of the Israel-Hamas war, with bookings already hit

In the days following the Oct. 7 terrorist attack, flight bookings to the Middle East plunged, according to ticketing data

The World's Most Punctual Airline In October: Delta Air Lines

The US carrier topped Cirium's latest monthly OTP list

A United Airlines flight was diverted to San Francisco after a passenger made a bomb threat, official says

SFO's duty manager said someone on the flight from LA to Vancouver made some sort of bomb threat, ABC7 News reported

Trump International Hotel, Waikiki to Rebrand in 2024 As Wākea Waikiki Beach As Part of LXR Hotels & Resorts

Irongate and Hilton (NYSE: HLT) announced plans for a transformation of one of Hawaii's most revered properties. The Trump International Hotel, Waikiki, will be reborn as Wākea Waikiki Beach under the management of LXR Hotels & Resorts officially taking place February 2024

Book now for the holidays: Here are 20 festive family resorts, hotels for Christmas

Whether you're looking for a December getaway or a special place to spend the holidays, here are the U.S. hotels and resorts that sparkle and shine

7 Travel Experts Share Their Favorite All-inclusive Resorts Around the World

For an all-inclusive vacation, these resorts do it best — from a safari lodge in Tanzania to a romantic getaway in the Caribbean

Coast Guard searching Gulf after man reported missing from Carnival cruise ship

The 28-year-old man went missing sometime after the ship departed New Orleans

Royal Caribbean has a surprise for Taylor Swift fans

Taylor Swift already has a major presence on Royal Caribbean cruise ships. She's a popular part of the playlist from the various DJs on board, and the live artists in the pub and Schooner Bar often cover her songs

Cold Front Forces MSC Cruise Ship Itinerary Change

Poor weather is forcing yet another cruise ship to cancel a visit to Bermuda. How many more may be affected this year

Claude Monet

The French Impressionist painter Claude Monet was born on this day in 1840. Monet's painting Impression, Sunrise, gave the Impressionist movement its name. His series of more than 250 paintings of waterlilies may be his most famous work. Monet revised many of those paintings after surgery for cataracts enhanced his vision to see higher into the range of ultraviolet light waves, causing his vision to

A two-hour walking tour with ChatGPT: ‘I’d not suggest that to my worst enemy’

The AI app has been praised and panned for its itinerary planning abilities. In Sydney, the city she knows best, travel writer Kate Hennessy puts it to the test

Volcanic activity closes Iceland's Blue Lagoon

A series of earthquakes has caused a state of emergency to be declared for the region around Iceland's Blue Lagoon

Airlines prepare for busiest holiday season ever with more planes

Amid an air traffic controller shortage, increased flight delays, and rising consumer complaints, airlines insist they're ready to face the busy holiday travel season

How a government shutdown could upend holiday travel

A shutdown would begin just as the busiest travel time of the year is kicking off, adding strain on air traffic controllers and TSA workers

This spectacular island country is the fastest-growing destination among Gen Z travellers

Travel bookings here have increased by 1,300 percent since 2019, but Italy, Australia, Rajasthan and San Miguel de Allende have also soared in popularity

What to Do If You Have Upcoming Travel to Egypt, Jordan, or Lebanon

We ask travel experts about visiting countries that border Israel and Gaza

An airline let Taylor Swift fans rebook their tickets for free after her show in Argentina was postponed. Some Swifties aren't stoked about the accommodation.

LATAM Airlines, South America's largest carrier, is bending the rules for Taylor Swift fans after the star postponed her Friday night show in Buenos Aires

United Airlines to resume flights to Israel on Nov 24

United Airlines will resume flights to Tel Aviv, Israel from Newark, New Jersey on Nov. 24, a company spokesperson said

Air India Is The World's First Airline Where A Robot Will Answer Your Questions

'Maharaja' will look to answer all your questions

A Tiny Beach Resort to Discover in Turks and Caicos

That includes one of the most beloved places to stay in the archipelago: the Dragon Cay resort, the seven-room stunner in Middle Caicos

Marriott is opening a resort on the Greek island of Patmos

The Patmos Aktis, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa will open next summer and be the only luxury resort Patmos, which features a beautiful, rugged coastline and connections to the Bible

The best ski resorts in Colorado

A selection of the best ski resorts in Colorado, from world famous Vail to lesser-known family friendly resorts like Winter Park

How much are gratuities on a cruise? Increasingly, more and more.

Major cruise lines have raised their gratuity rates this year, but the practice is not new

Carnival Cruise Line shares important warning for passengers

Carnival Cruise Line and its chief rival, Royal Caribbean Group (RCL) - Get Free Report, which operates both its namesake and the Celebrity Cruises brand, generally follow U.S. federal law when their ships leave from a port in the United States. That includes have a drinking age of 21 and banning cannabis products

7 Things You Should Know Before Taking a Greenland Cruise

From how to pick the right cruise ship and itinerary, to what to expect when it comes to weather and wildlife, here’s what to know before booking a Greenland cruise

10 Best Things To Do In Orlando This Winter

Enjoy a winter trip to Orlando with these bucket list activities

8 amazing things to do in Seoul – from visiting the food markets to the DMZ

With a vibrant nightlife, incredible food markets, impressive architecture, grand palaces and killer shopping, South Korea’s capital will fill your soul in more ways than one

United expecting busiest Thanksgiving travel period on record

United Airlines is bracing for a record-breaking Thanksgiving travel period

Is it safe to travel to Iceland right now?

After experiencing 30,000 earthquakes over the last three weeks, which led to the Blue Lagoon closing, experts believe a volcanic eruption is imminent in Iceland

Hawaii Travel Update: Some Locals Believe Tourism Resumed Too Soon On Maui. Now, They’re Protesting On A Popular Tourist Beach

Kaanapali Beach on Maui's West Coast is now the site of an on-going protest meant to bring awareness to local issues related to the Maui wildfires.

Celestyal Cancels Middle East Sailings through 2023

“In response to a significant increase in customer cancellations,” Celestyal Cruises today announced that it is canceling all of its December 2023 sailings. Guests on these affected itineraries are being offered refundable future cruise credits of 100% of the total amount paid, plus an extra 25% for any future cruise they book that departs in 2024

$29 flights are back as airlines race to fill seats in the off-season

Airlines have cut fares on many routes to fill seats as capacity rises during the off-season

AAA forecasts one of busiest Thanksgiving travel seasons on record

Coupled with a potential government shutdown, Thanksgiving travelers may want to prepare themselves for some headaches

The Holland Tunnel

New York City's Holland Tunnel opened on this day in 1927. The tunnel is a marvel of early 20th century engineering, running under the Hudson River, and connecting Manhattan with Jersey City, New Jersey. The tunnel is named for its designer, Clifford Holland. Situated in bedrock under the river, construction began in 1920 and took seven years to complete.

The Berlin Wall

Revolution was in the air, but this time, the sentiment was for the West. On November 9, 1989, after weeks of civil unrest, the East German government announced that its citizens could visit the West without fear of reprisal. Mass crowds of East Germans began climbing onto the wall. Many crossed over - others began to destroy the edifice. During the years from the erection of the wall in 1961 to its fall, approximately 5,000 people attempted escape with the death toll from border guards estimated at 178.

United Airlines tweaks frequent flyer program to reward credit card spending

United Airlines said it will hold steady requirements to earn elite status in 2024 but will reward credit card spending more

Southwest Airlines says it's ready for the holidays after its meltdown last December

A major blizzard set off a series of issues last year that forced the airline to cancel more than 16,000 flights, stranding passengers across the U.S. Southwest says this year will be different

The Most Notable New Airline Routes This Week

Routes go to the heart of airlines and airports, and we celebrate them in our weekly newsletter

Chantiers Delivers Large Cruise Ship and Starts Another for Celebrity

The Chantiers de l'Atlantique shipyard in St. Nazaire, France delivered one large new cruise ship to Royal Caribbean Group’s Celebrity Cruises while work also started yesterday on the fifth and final cruise ship of the class

Explora Journeys Caters Its Luxury Cruises to the Future Luxury Traveler

Live from Explora I in the Caribbean, Explora Journeys' brand-new family-friendly luxury cruise ship

Windstar and Coral Gardeners Partnership Celebrates First Anniversary

Windstar Cruises is celebrating the first anniversary of its partnership with Coral Gardeners. Windstar has also announced plans to support Coral Gardeners including the expansion of its coral reef adoption program for guests, a new educational shore excursion in Tahiti and its new speaker series on coral reef preservation

This European Country Offers Free Transport If You Stay In A Hotel

To be eligible for free public transport in Switzerland, visitors just need to book at least one night in tourist accommodation, including hotels, hostels and campsites

A new ranking shows the best luxury hotel brands in the world

The members-only Luxury Travel Intelligence ranked Mandarin Oriental the No. 1 luxury hotel brand in 2023, followed by Oetker, Auberge, Six Senses and Aman

These Are the 18 Ski Resorts Open in North America This Holiday Weekend

Winter’s here! Finally. After what seemed like an endless summer, snow is falling, resorts are making snow, and some are open earlier than planned

The riskiest things you can do on vacation

Suspended glass bridge walks, submersible tours, and underwater cave dives are some of the most dangerous vacation activities for tourists

The Perfect Costa Rica Itinerary for 7 Days

Costa Rica’s lush rainforests, stunning beaches, and abundance of wildlife make it a nature lover’s dream vacation spot. There truly is nothing like the scenery this country has to offer

Three out of ten trending cities to visit in 2024 are in Japan

Skyscanner's 2023 trend report gives us insight on the hottest travel destinations for next year

Slow Travel Will Be Big in 2024, Here's Where to Do It

The new Travel Lemming guide features a ranking of the 50 best places to travel in 2024, with a focus on slow travel. The top destinations include Yucatan, Mexico and Gizo, Solomon Islands

South Korea declares war on bedbugs after surge in reported cases

South Korea has become the latest country to declare war on bedbugs following a wave of outbreaks, with bathhouses, university dorms, and train stations across the country on high alert

Lovers are leaving locks at the Grand Canyon. Rangers wish they’d stop.

The National Park Service warned that endangered condors are prone to ingesting small metal objects, such as the keys that are thrown into the canyon.

These Trending Travel Destinations Are 'Dupes' for the Real Thing

Expedia has identified dupes for more expensive and popular destinations that you've probably already wanted to visit, but may not have been able to afford. Think Memphis instead of Nashville

Collette highlights its “The Best of Ireland” tour, a favorite with travel

Pawtucket, RI (November 2, 2023) – Collette is inviting travelers to the Emerald Isle with its “The Best of Ireland” Explorations tour – one of the most popular of its kind. The tour was a favorite amongst travelers in 2022. Travelers who took the tour rated the experience as excellent 87% of the time last year

The Beer Hall Putsch

On this day in 1923, Adolf Hitler, a leader of the fledgling Nazi Party in Germany, attempted a violent overthrow of the government. In what became known as the Beer Hall Putsch, Hitler, Erich Ludendorff, and others unsuccessfully tried to seize power in Munich, Bavaria, and Germany. Hitler was arrested and tried for treason. The trial became a platform for him to spread his political views. Found guilty, he was imprisoned, and there he wrote the book Mein Kampf.

Southwest Airlines quietly gets ready to make a huge change

Southwest Airlines has always been the T-Mobile of its space, albeit with a bit less arrogance. The company has been an intentional disruptor that likes to do things differently than the industry norms

Airline fury at ‘drip pricing’ accusation amid fears that new rules could see ticket prices rise

Airline boss says fees are ‘no different from buying a pizza – if you want extra toppings, you pay for them’

United to Become the Largest Carrier Across both the Atlantic and Pacific

United Airlines has announced a vast summer and winter expansion, which will make the carrier the largest across both the Atlantic and Pacific

Las Vegas hotel workers union reaches tentative deal with Caesars, but threat of strike still looms

The Culinary Workers Union in Las Vegas has reached a tentative deal with casino giant Caesars Entertainment that could help avert a sweeping strike

Why Moxy won the TPG Award for Best Affordable Hotel Brand

If you ask Merriam-Webster, Moxie means "energy" or "pep." If you ask Marriott, Moxy is "a playful, affordable, and stylish hotel brand designed to give guests everything they want and nothing they don't." And that's exactly why TPG readers crowned Moxy as the best affordable hotel brand in the 2023 TPG Awards

This Costa Rica Resort Town Is Home to a Popular National Park and Magical Monkey Forests

For hikes to secret white-sand beaches, howler monkeys, and sloths, head to Manuel Antonio

Take a look inside the new Raffles hotel in London

Once the beating heart of Britain’s military empire, the headquarters from which some of the most consequential decisions in modern U.K. history were made, the building is now forging a new future as one of the capital’s leading luxury hotels: Raffles London

Caribbean Cruise Port Expects 342 Calls During Winter Season

St Kitts and Nevis expect to welcome more than 340 cruise ships to its shores during the 2023/2024 winter cruise season

Celebrity Cruises Takes Delivery of the Ascent

Celebrity Cruises took delivery of its newest ship, the Celebrity Ascent, at the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in St. Nazaire, France

Disney Shares Drawings of Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point in Eleuthra

Just as it did when it created the Aulani resort in Hawaii, Disney has had its Imagineers collaborating with local artists to design an authentic experience for visitors to its newest private island. Last week it released pictures of what Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point will look like when it

Dry tripping, vibe check-ins and tour tourism are some of the travel trends predicted for 2024

The Expedia Group have just released their travel trends report The post Dry tripping, vibe check-ins and tour tourism are some of the travel trends predicted for 2024 appeared first on Attitude

Changing climate leads Chile to shut popular tourist destination

The move is an economic and emotional blow, say locals, as decision sparks debate

Sorrento, Italy Destination Guide

From its scenic ocean views to its endearing streets lined with boutiques and gourmand delights, Sorrento is the ideal alternative to more crowded destinations such as Positano and Amalfi. Read on for our suggestions that are sure to make for a memorable getaway to this beloved

Why love locks are seen as littering

Love locks can be found on bridges, lamp posts, fences and monuments worldwide; so why are destinations falling out of love with them

How Celebrating My Son's First Birthday in Costa Rica Changed the Way I Think of Family Travel

Instead of a birthday party, we took our 1-year-old to Santa Teresa for a month. Our motto? Travel over toys

US passport wait times dropped again. Here's how long you'll wait.

U.S. passport processing times dropped again this week, the State Department said

7 Art Exhibits Worth Traveling for This Fall and Winter

From John Waters’s first retrospective to an interactive LED display in Manhattan, these seven art exhibitions are worth a plane ticket

These Are The 3 Most Popular Destinations In The Dominican Republic To Visit This Winter

The Caribbean is a top destination for winter getaways. These are the 3 most popular destinations in the Dominican Republic this winter

The US Capitol Bombing

The Senate had planned to work late into the evening of Monday, November 7, 1983, but unexpectedly adjourned early. Consequently, at 10:58 p.m., when a thunderous explosion tore through the second floor of the Capitol’s north wing, the adjacent halls were virtually deserted. Many lives had been spared. Minutes before the blast, a caller claiming to represent the “Armed Resistance Unit” had warned the Capitol switchboard that a bomb had been placed near the chamber in retaliation for recent U.S. military involvement in Grenada and Lebanon. In May of 1988, following a

Mom sues American Airlines, saying it 'misplaced' her kids and put them in a cell-like room overnight without food or water

A Florida mom has alleged in a lawsuit against American Airlines that the air carrier "misplaced" her two kids by putting them in a cold, jail-cell-like room overnight without food, water, blankets, or pillows after their flight got canceled while they were traveling alone

A brand-new European airline is launching next year

German operator Lufthansa is behind the brand-new City Airlines, which will operate from Munich and Frankfurt

6 Best Frequent Flyer Programs For Redeeming Miles

What are the most valuable frequent flyer programs for redeeming miles? Here are my picks based on my redemption patterns

100 Passengers Injured Aboard Cruise Ship Due to Storm

A Saga Cruises ship was caught in rough weather with no port alternatives, conditions that caused injuries aboard. What will happen now

China Celebrates Delivery of First Large, Domestically-Built Cruise Ship

The Adora Magic City was officially named and delivered in Shanghai on Saturday, November 4, making the completion of China’s first large, domestically-built cruise ship. Chinese officials continue to highlight the construction project which was completed in just five years

Celebrity Xcel Named As Next Ship For Celebrity Cruises

Celebrity Cruises announced today that the fifth ship in its Edge Series will be named Celebrity Xcel, and will debut in 2025. The company previously announced the ship would be methanol ready

Dolly Parton on opening a hotel inspired by the nature of the Great Smoky Mountains

The country music legend tells ‘Condé Nast Traveller’ about the inspiration behind HeartSong Lodge & Resort, which is now taking reservations

Hilton opens 90th hotel in Mexico

Hilton opens the 540-key Hilton Cancun Mar Caribe All‑Inclusive Resort, which becomes the group’s 90th hotel in Mexico

How Hotels are Turning to AI

Hotel rooms are starting to feel like they were made just for you. Personalized music plays when you open the door. Lighting and air-conditioning are set to your ideal levels. A menu of the family’s favorite movies pop up on the TV, while the mini fridge is free from any food allergies

Here are the 'unwritten rules' of air travel

A new survey shows air travelers find their fellow passengers highly irritating, with people who invade their space or fly while sick topping the list

Why October and November Are Now Tougher Times for Visiting Vegas

Preparation for the Formula One event has snarled traffic and blocked views in the tourist center

US passport wait times dropped again. Here's how long you'll wait.

U.S. passport processing times dropped again this week, the State Department said

London was officially the world’s most searched-for tourist destination in 2023

Travel agency eDreams ODIGEO has revealed its 'Year in Travel 2023' report, listing London alongside Paris and New York

20 Best European Cities to Visit in the Winter, According to Travel Experts

Holiday markets and twinkling lights are calling you to these European destinations

Travelers Experience It All on Collette’s ‘Spotlight on London’ Tour

Pawtucket, RI (November 3, 2023) - Collette reminds travelers that its “Spotlight on London” tour is the perfect way to explore England’s capitol. Collette’s Spotlight tours give travelers the opportunity to explore each destination to the fullest and get to know the area like a local. Must-see cultural highlights are always included, plus there’s plenty of time for them to explore independently, creating their own unique adventure

Meet The Press

The highest rated Sunday morning news talk show debuted on this day in 1947. Meet The Press is actually the longest-running television show. In its earliest incarnation, Meet The Press was a 30-minute press conference with a single guest and a panel. Its first hostess was its creator, Martha Roundtree - to date the only female host of the show.

Airline passengers fight over right to recline seats in viral video

A heated argument between passengers was caught on camera over the right to recline seats on a flight

Pilot Rules: Things You Didn't Know Pilots Do

Pilots must carefully manage their time, especially when facing delays or extended duty periods, to comply with regulations and ensure a smooth operation

American Airlines flight bound for Charlotte from Germany diverts for possible mechanical issue

American Airlines said the flight from Germany faced a possible mechanical issue

Hostage situation shuts down major airport in Germany for 18 hours

One of Germany's largest airports was shut down for more than 18 hours after a man believed to be armed and holding his 4-year-old child hostage drove a vehicle through a security barrier and parked under a Turkish Airlines jet, authorities said

Inside Dolly Parton’s new resort lodge in the Tennessee mountains

Beloved entertainer Dolly Parton just opened a new resort hotel at Dollywood in eastern Tennessee. Take a peek inside

The best all-inclusive resorts in Mexico

Leave your preconceived notions at the door and check out these swanky all-inclusive resorts found south of the U.S. border

Travelers were baffled by a quirky-looking bed in their hotel room. It's billionaire Richard Branson's 'hotel bed of the future.'

Richard Branson's Virgin Hotels patented the "Lounge Bed" which first debuted in the chain's Chicago hotel in 2015, according to Inc.

Passenger Overboard During Norwegian Cruise Ship Charter

A search and rescue mission for a man who went overboard from the Norwegian Pearl during a charter sailing was unsuccessful

Margaritaville Launches Unlimited Cruise ‘Heroes Pass’ Offer

Margaritaville at Sea announced today the launch of the Heroes Pass promotion, offering unlimited cruises to U.S. military service members (active duty and veterans), police, fire, EMS personnel and educators aboard the Margaritaville at Sea

Experiencing the Norwegian fjords over a spectacular seven-day cruise

Cinema, pubs, a running track, and a lot of hustle and bustle, this is the cruise life at its best!

Everything you need to know about London travel disruption this week

Featuring DLR strikes, five tube line closures at the weekend and partial services on the Overground

2023 Military Travel and Recreation Discounts for Veterans Day

Find military travel and recreation discounts to celebrate veterans and Veterans Day. See great travel and recreation deals

Travel and tourism industry to generate $10 trillion

The industry's commitment to environmental sustainability is becoming more energy efficient as it grows with a reduced impact on greenhouse gas emissions.

Tips and tricks for traveling to Tokyo

Tokyo is a sprawling metropolis that can be daunting for first-time visitors. These tips and tricks take some of the guesswork out of planning a trip

Ten fairytale European Christmas markets worth travelling for

From Austria to Estonia, these winter fairs sprinkle festive magic across the continent every year

These adventurers guide Spanish-speakers through Oregon’s outdoors

Loco por la Aventura, a small business founded by political refugees from Venezuela, aims to make outdoor activities like camping, mountaineering and rafting more accessible for Oregon’s growing Latino communities

The Launch of Sputnik 2

On November 3, 1957, Sputnik 2 became the second spacecraft launched into Earth orbit. Aboard was a first - a female terrier named Laika. The small capsule was 13 feet high and was launched into a 212 mile high orbit. Although the capsule contained a refrigeration and temperature control system for the cabin, Laika most likely died after

3 passengers sue Alaska Airlines after off-duty pilot allegedly tried to shut down plane's engines mid-flight

They say they suffered emotional distress from an incident last month in which Joseph Emerson was accused of trying to shut down the Alaska Airlines plane's engines

Spirit Airlines To Pull Out Of Denver International Airport

The airline will stop services from Denver on January 9, 2024

The Future of JetBlue: Is the Airline in Serious Trouble?

With an antitrust lawsuit and worse Q3 & Q4 than anticipated, JetBlue has seen some better days, but will this be the end of JetBlue? JetBlue has recently announced a buyout with Spirit Airlines worth around $3.8 billion. However, this effort may not succeed

Tens of thousands of Las Vegas Strip hotel workers at 18 casinos could on go strike this month

Tens of thousands of Las Vegas hotel workers fighting for new union contracts set a strike deadline Thursday

Ski Switzerland Like a Pro: Your Insider's Guide to 6 Iconic Resort Towns

The six most iconic resort towns to ski in Switzerland this season, including Verbier, St. Moritz, Zermatt and more

The 17 Best Hotels In Las Vegas

At this over-the-top destination, the action happens in the mega-resorts that offer exquisite dining, exciting entertainment, indulgent spas and buzzing casinos

FBI accuses duo of swiping nearly $13,000 in sculptures from Carnival cruise

The FBI is accusing two tourists of swiping nearly $13,000 worth of sculptures in the early morning hours of a recent Carnival cruise from Baltimore to Bermuda

Norwegian Aqua, First Prima Plus Class Ship, Opens Sales

Cruise Line this week opened the books on its first Prima Plus Class ship, Norwegian Aqua, which will sail the Caribbean in 2025. The first sailings will be seven-day itineraries out of Port Canaveral, including

Cruise Ship Releases A Huge Cloud Of Soot Into The Sea

After accidentally dumping what is thought to be soot into the ocean, a massive cruise liner carrying hundreds of guests experienced delays in setting sail

10 Best Cruise Lines When Traveling With Your Multigenerational Family

Learn about the ultimate multigenerational cruise vacations offered around the world. From Disney to Carnival, these cruise lines are one of a kind

This New 80-Day Rail Trip Is an Epic, Round-the-World Journey Aboard 7 Luxury Trains

The first-of-its-kind itinerary will visit four continents and 13 countries in 2024

U.S. Citizens Will Need to Register and Pay a Fee to Travel to Europe—Here’s When and What to Know

In 2025, U.S. travelers to European countries like Germany, France, and Italy will need to apply and pay a fee for an ETIAS travel authorization, which is not a visa

The Best & Worst Cities for Traveling with a Dog

New research ranks 98 cities across the country from best to worst by how accommodating they are for dog owners

Hawaii Travel Update: All West Maui Hotels Are Now Open. Here’s What To Know

Less than three months after a deadly wildfire destroyed the town of Lahaina, all hotels in West Maui are now back open to the public

Tarantula crossing road causes traffic accident in Death Valley National Park

The National Park Service says it was crossing a road when it was spotted by the driver of a camper who jammed on the brakes, only to have a motorcyclist ram into the camper

Flight of the Spruce Goose

In 1942, the U.S. Department of War needed a new type of aircraft to transport men and materials long distances. The Hughes Aircraft company won the bid and aircraft designer Howard Hughes and Henry J. Kaiser began work on a prototype aircraft that was to become the Hughes H-4 Hercules, better known as the "Spruce Goose". The design team built the aircraft from wood because of the wartime restriction on metals. However, time and design overruns prevented the airplane

Mother of twins wins lawsuit against American Airlines

Erika Hamilton from Oregon said she was harassed by a flight attendant over where her infant daughters were being seated

Exciting new airline routes from October 2023 and beyond

Here's a roundup of all the airline route announcements, cuts and changes unveiled in October 2023

Turkish Airlines Cancels More Than 100 Flights After IT Issues

The airline said flights were canceled during a three-hour window, but flight data suggests several more flights were affected

European luxury ski hotels and chalets for winter 2023-2024

Swish ski hotels and chalets to book for your next skiing holiday in France, Switzerland, Austria and Italy

11 Festive Hotels Near DC That Go All Out for Christmas

These festive hotels bring the North Pole to the DC area for the Christmas holidays, including the Salamander Resort and the Omni Homestead Resort

This Luxury Cruise Line Just Announced 5 Epic New Sailings — Including a 70-day Trip Through Asia

After making its grand return this year, Crystal is now looking ahead to even grander adventures. The luxury cruise line, now part of the Abercrombie & Kent portfolio, just announced five new Grand Journeys for 2025

Carnival Cruise Ship Delayed for Clean-Up After Soot Discharge

Carnival Magic has been delayed in Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos after a soot discharge and a clean-up operation

Abu Dhabi Begins 2023-24 Cruise Season

AD Ports Group announced the start of the 2023-24 cruise season with the arrival of the Crystal Symphony which docked at Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal, Zayed Port

Top Things to Do in Costa Rica

We take a look at the top things to do in Costa Rica that attract travelers and tourists to the land of pura vida

Discover Croatia: 10 Must-Experience Activities for Your Croatian Adventure

Croatia is one of the most beautiful countries in Europe and we've compiled a list of the top 10 activities you must experience when visiting Croatia

33 EPIC Things to do in New York City

Here's your complete guide to explore NYC including all the best things to do in New York City, where to eat, hotel recommendations and more

Brightline rolls out commissionable fares in new travel advisor program

Brightline, Florida's intercity passenger rail service, introduced commissionable bookings in its new Travel Professional Program

These Are The Top 4 Trending Destinations Worldwide Right Now

These four destinations are having a moment right now. According to a new report, the following countries are the top travel hotspots of 2023

Storm Ciarán Batters UK and Europe With Punishing Winds

Storm Ciarán plowed through northwest Europe, tearing the roofs off some buildings, snarling transport networks and cutting power to more than a million people

Holiday Travel Plans Increase as Fewer Worry About Health Risks

New research shows nearly half of Americans have holiday travel plans and concerns about health risks diminish among consumers

Best Cities In The World For Disabled Travelers

In a recent survey conducted by the Valuable 500, a group of CEOs dedicated to promoting disability inclusion, 3,500 disabled travelers from around

The White House

On this day in the year 1800, President John Adams became the first United States President to move into and take up residence in the Executive Mansion, later to be called "The White House." Adams penned a prayer the next day that read: "I pray Heaven to bestow the best of blessings on this House, and all that shall hereafter inhabit it. May none but honest and wise men ever rule under

Airline Pilot Pulled Gun on Captain in Cockpit, Threatened to Shoot Him if He Diverted Plane: Feds

Jonathan J. Dunn was first officer on the flight and was authorized to carry a firearm under a TSA program

Senators question airline frequent flyer programs, citing reports of 'unfair' practices

Two senators are asking U.S. regulators to address reports of "unfair" practices in airlines' frequent flyer and loyalty programs

JetBlue Shares Hit 12-Year Low After Airline Forecasts Wider Loss

Shares of JetBlue hit a nearly 12-year low Tuesday after the airline forecast a wider-than-expected loss in the current quarter and said it was cutting back on some flights

‘Swifties’ Have Superb Hotel Options For Taylor Swift’s Global Tour

These hotels offer excellent accommodations for the hordes of Swifties that are expected to travel throughout the world to see Taylor Swift's tour

Have NYC hotel prices skyrocketed since the Airbnb law?

It's almost two months since short-term Airbnbs in New York City faced stricter restrictions, but how has that impacted hotel prices

Where to Experience the Best of Après-Ski in the U.S.

Après-ski experiences in the United States have come a long way over the years. What was once just a rare drink special at resort restaurants has evolved to include more European-style après offerings, like pop-up bars, seasonal collaborations with champagne brands and even repurposed and revamped gondolas

Exclusive: Norwegian Cruise Lines unit alters 2024 itineraries to skip Israel - email

A unit of cruise operator Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings is making changes to its 2024 itineraries, canceling stops in Israel due to the Israel-Hamas war, according to an email sent to travel agents seen by Reuters

The ‘work of art’ cruise terminal that’s a destination in its own right

Normally just the unlovely places where passengers step on and off en route to somewhere more picturesque, cruise ports aren’t usually known as destinations in their own rights

Good luck booking a cruise: your favorite cruise lines are running low on cabins

Cruising is back with a vengeance. If you want to take a cruise vacation, book ahead and be prepared to pay more

These Are The 10 Best Islands Around The World To Visit In December

Say goodbye to cold, wintry weather. Here are the best islands around the world to escape to this December

18 Must try activities in Thailand to add to your itinerary

Planning on a trip to Thailand? Read our 18 must-try activities in Thailand to make the most out of your trip and have a memorable holiday

What to Do on a Group Trip to Bermuda

This three-day itinerary caters to different travelers’ tastes, from beach time and golf to water sports and boat tours

Storm Ciarán triggers three days of travel chaos in the UK and beyond

Commuters warned: “Work from home on Thursday if you can, avoiding any non-essential journeys particularly early on Thursday morning”

Mexico Flights Are About to Get Cheaper in 2024 — Here's Why

Flights to Mexico are predicted to be cheaper in 2024, according to experts from Going.com

Travel agents lead pay rise league despite cost of living squeeze

Official figures show some jobs saw bigger pay rises than others with publicans and PR directors also earning more

This travel company wants to send you away without your cell phone

FTLO Travel hosts week-long, phone-free trips for 20- and 30-somethings to encourage spontaneity and exploration

How Will Artificial Intelligence Impact The Travel Industry?

Are travelers really ready to put their faith in AI when it comes to complex tasks like booking flights and accommodations, an itinerary or planning a budget

The Death of Harry Houdini

On this day in 1926, world-famous magician and illusionist Harry Houdini died of peritonitis from a burst appendix. The 52-year-old Houdini had been in considerable pain for many days beforehand, performing despite a fever of over 102° Fahrenheit. During his final show, Houdini fainted halfway through and was revived, only to continue to the finale and reluctantly agreeing to go to the hospital. Houdini had remained optimistic that he would recover until the end, when his last words would be

The Battle Begins: JetBlue-Spirit Airlines Antitrust Merger Trial Starts Today

The airlines are hoping to join to provide greater opposition to the US Big Four, but opponents of the deal fear that it could increase ticket prices

Southwest Airlines says it expects to be fined for last winter's meltdown

Southwest Airlines is bracing itself for a fine from the US government for last year’s operational meltdown over Christmas that left thousands of travelers stranded

Spirit Announces 2 Direct Routes to Tulum Ahead of Airport Opening

Spirit Airlines will launch 2 routes to Tulum's new airport in March from Orlando and Fort Lauderdale

I've been to Las Vegas over 50 times. Here are my 8 tips for booking the perfect hotel at the best price

After staying at every major resort in Las Vegas, here are my best tips for getting deals on hotels and booking the perfect room on every trip

The 15 Best Hotels in New York City

From luxury properties like Park Hyatt New York to boutique hotels like Collective Retreats Governors Island, here are the 15 best hotels in New York City book right now

5 one-of-a-kind hotels coming soon

Travelers looking for luxury in all corners of the globe are in luck, as these five stunning hotels prepare to open their doors

Two hours of terror and now years of devastation for Acapulco's poor in Hurricane Otis aftermath

Hurricane Otis shredded Acapulco, Mexico, last week and tore apart the lives of hundreds of thousands of people

MSC Cruises Introduces New Itineraries Following Cancellations

MSC Cruises introduces a new winter season of cruises for MSC Orchestra, after the cruise line was forced to cancel several months of voyages

World's Largest Cruise Ship Icon of the Seas Begins Final Trials

The world’s largest cruise ship, Royal Caribbean International’s Icon of the Seas, began her final sea trials on Sunday, October 29, departing the Meyer Turku shipyard in Finland

Scotland's New Plan: Tax Cruise Ships for Emissions

Scotland is considering implementing an emissions tax on cruise ships that visit its ports

3 Cultural Festivals Around The World Worth Planning Trips Around

Cultural festivals are an essential part of the world’s cultural heritage and are celebrated in every corner of the globe. These festivals allow people to connect with their cultural roots, share their traditions with others, and celebrate their unique identities

12 Best Tours in Perth, Australia - from a Local!

From swimming with wild dolphins to stargazing and wine tours, let a Perth local help you decide which tours in Perth you shouldn't miss

Lonely Planet’s top places to go in 2024

Get your wishlist fired up, Lonely Planet just revealed its 50 top travel destinations for the year ahead

Flooding hits Northern Ireland as people urged not to travel

An amber warning for heavy rain was in place overnight for counties Armagh, Antrim and Down

Countries that are not as UNSAFE as you think!

Looking for an unconventional travel destination? Consider one of these intriguing countries, which have either shed their once-dubious reputations or visitors mostly didn't consider them

Hawaii tourism drops, with recovery expected in 2024

Demand for travel to Hawaii has fallen, especially on Maui, and travel industry experts say it's not expected to materially recover until 2024

The War of the Worlds

On this date in 1938, alien creatures from Mars invaded the earth, wreaking widespread havoc. At least, that is what some believed after listening to an Orson Welles radio broadcast on the popular Mercury Theatre series on the CBS radio network. An adaptation of H.G. Wells novel of the same name, the format was that of a news broadcast, without commercial interruption. A public outcry against

Pilots can lose their jobs for getting mental health care. Alaska Airlines incident brings renewed scrutiny

Richard Wesmoreland says in the beginning, being an airline pilot was great. But the repeated, days-long stretches away from home — commuting back and forth between his home near Houston and regional carrier SkyWest’s crew based in Detroit — began to take a toll on his new marriage and himself

The US has decided that Southwest’s customer service failed during flight cancellations last winter

Southwest said in a regulatory filing it can’t estimate the cost of a fine and damages from lawsuits stemming from nearly 17,000 canceled flights

Woman wearing 'low cut bodysuit' booted off flight as airline defends decision

The airline claimed the woman was kicked off their flight because of her attitude, not the clothes she was wearing, although they did describe her top as a 'swimsuit'

A Roundup Of This Week's US Airline Contract Actions And Pickets

One airline and union pair has been in contract negotiations for nearly four years

A woman is suing the Ritz-Carlton, alleging she unknowingly drank 'semen-contaminated' water while staying at the luxury hotel

The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay, in California is facing a lawsuit that claims an employee ejaculated into a water bottle and served it to a guest

Is your hotel sustainable? Not if these two things are in your room, says Soneva’s founder

Many hotels claim to be eco-friendly. But are they? A quick-and-easy test is to look for two items, said Sonu Shivdasani, founder of Soneva and Six Senses hotel brands

Revealed: the UK's worst hotel chain

Which? has released its annual ranking of the best and worst hotel chains in the country, with a familiar name coming last

The 10 Best Hotels In Madrid

The best hotels in Madrid are equally diverse, whether you're looking for vibrant nightlife or a leisurely stroll through El Retiro Park

Man Overboard on Royal Caribbean Cruise Ship, Found Alive

The quickest way to end your sailing is to fall off a cruise ship. That happened to a man on Royal Caribbean's Symphony of the Seas late Sunday night as the

Virgin's Resilient Lady Sets Sail to Australia

Virgin Voyage’s Resilient Lady recently started its three-part repositioning voyage to Australia and New Zealand. Ahead of the company’s inaugural season in the region, the 2022-built vessel kicked off the first part of its journey on Oct. 22, in Piraeus, Greece

Cruise News Update: Cabin Flood, Earnings, New Ships

If you've had a busy week, we've got you covered with our weekly cruise news update, covering the biggest stories, including from Carnival, Royal Caribbean, NCL and PortMiami

This Is The Safest Beach Destination In Mexico This Winter

Safety is one of the main concerns for Americans going to Mexico, and this is one of the safest beach destinations in Mexico this winter

Disney World bringing back something its visitors love

Back when Disney World offered the FastPass+ system, people staying at the company's on-site hotels had an edge over those that weren't

The World's Least-visited Countries Promise A World Away From Crowds

Planning a vacation away from the crowds? These least visited countries in the world are the best options for a quiet getaway

United unveils 'largest' transatlantic schedule in 2024

United Airlines aims to operate its largest-ever transatlantic summer schedule in 2024, with new services and expanded frequencies to various cities in Europe and increased routes to Latin America and the Caribbean

I Grew Up Visiting Taiwan — but Only Recently Explored Its Mountains, Beaches, and National Parks

Beyond the city limits of ultramodern Taipei lies a wild and majestic landscape. Here's how to plan an adventurous trip through Taiwan

My bike tour through Montenegro and Albania was slow travel at its best

A self-guided cycle of the Balkan coastline takes travellers on a spin through fairy-tale landscapes: from peaks to valleys, from mountains to sea

Opening of the New York City Subway

It was October 27, 1904 when the first underground line of the New York City subway opened. The construction methods at the time involved digging up the earth, digging the tunnel, building the subway, and then re-covering the construction. The street would then be re-built. However, eventually machines began to be used to tear through hard bedrock and under the rivers. Today, the New York City subway operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, one of the few major city subways to do so.

United Airlines flight attendants rally at Hopkins

United Airlines flight attendants in Cleveland joined their colleagues in nearly 20 U.S. cities Thursday in a nationwide day of action to push for an improved union contract

Major Domestic Growth: Southwest Airlines Adds Several Routes

The airline reached a new high of routes serviced with these new additions

Wife of off-duty pilot accused of trying to disrupt a flight’s engines says he ‘never would have knowingly’ hurt anyone

The wife of the off-duty pilot accused of attempting to disable the engines of an Alaska Airlines plane mid-flight says the man she knows would have never tried to knowingly hurt anyone

This Airline Is Offering a ‘Neighbor-Free’ Seat Option that Keeps the Spot Next to You Empty — for a Fee

Qantas passengers can pay a fee, starting at $143, to ensure that the seat next to them remains empty for the duration of their flight

S Hotels & Resorts embarks on major renovation and brand uplift for SAii Resorts in Southern Thailand

SAii Phi Phi Island Village, SAii Laguna Phuket, and SAii Koh Samui Choengmon, the free-spirited lifestyle retreats, to be reimagined with comprehensive upgrades from 2023 to 2025

Alpine ski hotel heads for overhaul with new owners

Monégasque resort operator Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer (SBM) is planning to renovate its first hotel acquisition outside of the European principality

The 10 Best Hotels In Dublin

The best hotels in Dublin range from historic grand dames to charming boutique hotels and budget-friendly hotspots. Here are our top picks for where to stay

Disney Cruise Line Releases Early 2025 Itineraries & Booking Dates

Disney Cruise Line has released new itineraries for January through May of 2025, including sailings on the all-new Disney Treasure

Virgin Voyages Takes Best Cruise Line for 2024

U.S. News & World Report publishes its Best Cruise Lines rankings list every year. The rankings are based on a three-element scoring system considering

Cruise Ships Flee Bermuda and Adjust Itineraries

Cruise ships from Carnival, Disney and NCL have made very dramatic and very different itinerary changes due to post-tropical storm Tammy

A food tour of Atlanta: Georgia's Michelin-starred state capital

Atlanta is home to a 'colourful, diverse and vibrant' food scene and a number of new Michelin-starred restaurants

What are Europe's top sustainable destinations 2024?

The sustainable category recognises places that focus on responsible tourism and environmentally friendly strategies

World's Largest Pumpkin Water Tower

First given its now iconic orange paint job in 1997, this water tower stands as a symbol of Circleville, Ohio’s gourd obsessions. Circleville is known for its annual Pumpkin Show, a harvest season celebration that includes contenders for the world’s largest pumpkin pie, the world’s largest pumpkin, and other superlative squash

Want to Marvel at Next Year's Total Solar Eclipse? Book Now.

Hotels are already selling out in places that will see total darkness on April 8, and prices are soaring where rooms are still available

How some tourists braved Hurricane Otis in Acapulco

Tourists were trapped in their hotels when Hurricane Otis ripped through the tourist city of Acapulco

Check Out the World Landmarks Making the Most in Ticket Sales

When it comes to world-famous landmarks it's impossible to agree which is the best, but new research tries to measure the most successful

This Stunning Māori-owned New Zealand Spa Uses Centuries-old Traditions — and Has a Stargazing Pool and a Geothermal Mud Lounge

There’s something in the water in Rotorua. The North Island town in New Zealand, which surrounds Lake Rotorua, is known for its geothermal activities. In fact, for centuries, people have been flocking to the thermal spring, which is believed to have healing properties

Gunfight at the O.K. Corral

The Tombstone, Arizona Territory gang loosely known as "the Cowboys" had business interests that conflicted with the new Sheriff(s) in town: Virgil, Wyatt, and Morgan Earp and their notorious partner "Doc" Holiday. The subsequent events and historical accuracy of much of what happened, and why, are a matter of dispute. To this day, family members of those involved contend the elements of the story. What is known is that at approximately 3:00 PM on October 26th, 1881, the Earps and Holiday faced down four of the Cowboys in a gunfight at the O.K. Corral. When the encounter was over, three of the Cowboys

Sky Bird Travel & Tours Unveils Opteticket for Travel Agents

Southfield, MI – Sky Bird Travel & Tours is excited to unveil the first of many new features developed for the Sky Bird Platform. Opteticket is a multi-GDS solution designed to gain end-to-end control, reduce errors, and speed up ticketing for agents who prefer to book with a GDS

Delta News Dominates GTC Conference

A new private jet partnership will allow seamless connections with Delta itineraries; a new class of premium airport lounges is coming; NDCs are on the way, but not right now; and sustainability is a key long-term goal

Southwest Airlines Adds Baggage Tracking Feature To App And Website

The rate at which airlines mishandled baggage was at its highest for a decade in 2022, with carriers mishandling almost eight bags in every 1,000. This was primarily due to industry staff shortages, which caused major operational issues for airlines and ground staff.

Major US airlines are on the warpath with Congress over a bill they say would gut flyer miles

Multiple airlines told Insider cutting revenues from Visa and Mastercard makes them less willing to offer flyer miles and rewards on credit cards

Hurricane Otis devastation seen from the 21st floor of an Acapulco hotel

Cellphone and drone videos showed the destruction caused by Hurricane Otis in the Mexican beach resort of Acapulco

Thousands of LA hotel workers demand higher wages

"We're fighting for pensions. We're fighting for healthcare. We're fighting for the American dream. Everything that we were promised to work hard, pay your taxes, and be a good citizen. We want to be treated like human beings and treated fairly," he told Reuters.

Meaningful Guest Experience: Is Sustainability the Secret Ingredient?

Travelers are increasingly aligning their journeys with their values - sustainability being foremost - with a desire for a transformative or regenerative experience. The now-mainstreamed initiatives of hotels - from water-saving schemes to extensive recycling programmes - though commendable, only scratch the surface of the potential role they play in promoting a meaningful guest experience

Carnival cruise firm pays thousands over Covid 'negligence'

The world's largest cruise operator, Carnival, has been ordered to pay the medical bills of a passenger who caught Covid-19 on board one of its liners

Cruise Line Replaces Middle East Deployment With Europe Sailings

The luxury cruise ship Star Legend replaces its planned deployment in the Middle East with sailings in Europe

MSC Cancels Entire Season in Red Sea Region

Due to the increasing security concerns in the Red Sea area, MSC Cruises has decided to cancel the winter voyages of two of its vessels – the MSC Orchestra and the MSC Sinfonia

Above and Beyond with Alaska Helicopter Tours - Anchorage

The September Alaskan air was cool but not cold. Nevertheless, I didn’t begrudge the coat I brought with me. I was too excited by what lay ahead to feel anything but anticipation in any event. It was my first trip to Alaska, and the second for my wife Judi. Today we were going to have the opportunity for a special adventure

15 BEST Day Trips from Mexico City

Some of the most unforgettable experiences are just outside Mexico City! These are the top day trips and ideas on what to do when you arrive

5 Day Reykjavik & Golden Circle Road Trip | Inspiring Self-Drive Tour of the Golden Circle and Reykjavik

Discover the most beautiful attractions of the Golden Circle and Reykjavik by booking this five-day self-drive tour in Iceland. Read more here

Council Post: The Entrepreneur's Guide To Balancing Business And Travel

By embracing flexibility, leveraging technology, delegating effectively and prioritizing quality time, you can balance business success and personal fulfillment

Hurricane Otis impacting travel out of the Bay Area to Acapulco

Hurricane Otis has some travelers concerned about their planned trips to Acapulco or nearby destinations. There are no direct flights to Acapulco from the Bay Area, and most of the passengers are flying into Mexico City first

New tourist tax and higher transport costs: How Japan is planning to combat overtourism

Japan welcomed over 2 million international visitors for a fourth consecutive month in September

New Europe travel requirement delayed again, to 2025

Americans will need to get a travel authorization to visit most European nations starting in 2025. The requirement was supposed to take effect next year

Space Business: Travel Agents

How Axiom became the rest of the world's space agency

10 Things to Know Before Visiting Machu Picchu

Explore the mysterious Machu Picchu with confidence! Get expert advice on the 10 things to know before visiting Machu Picchu

The October Revolution

On October 25, 1917, members of the Bolshevik Red Guards captured the Russian Winter Palace in Petrograd, heralding the October Revolution, sometimes called the Bolshevik Revolution. Earlier in the year, a provisional government had been established, and the Bolsheviks sought to overthrow the existing power structure. The event resulted in a series of struggles sometimes refered to as the Russian Civil War, and finally the creation in 1922 of the Soviet Union.

This European airline is offering free stays in 5-star hotels

Turkish Airlines are offering customers who take advantage of their 'stopover program' a free stay in a five-star hotel

Off-duty pilot who tried to cut engines said he experimented with mushrooms

An off-duty airline pilot who tried to cut the engines midflight said he had recently taken psychedelic mushrooms as his mental health worsened

Passenger escorted from flight after claiming attendant refused her alcohol ‘because she’s white’

A woman was escorted off a JetBlue flight after berating a flight attendant who, she claimed, denied her alcohol because she is white

Hurricane Otis now a catastrophic Category 5 storm off Mexico's Pacific coast nearing Acapulco

Tropical Storm Otis strengthened to a hurricane Tuesday as it approached Mexico's southern Pacific coast

One Of Japan's Most Famous Landmarks Is Now Charging A Tourist Tax

Japan's Miyajima Island has now introduced a tourist tax for all visitors, which will be used to pay for the maintenance work on the island

Bear gets into hotel kitchen and attacks security guard, Colorado Parks and Wildlife says

Aspen police and Colorado Parks and Wildlife officers located the bear but were unable to tranquilize or capture it after midnight Tuesday. Search efforts were put on hold but resumed Tuesday evening

Airline CEOs explain why rewards programs could disappear soon

The White House is on a mission to cut what it calls credit card “junk fees" out of circulation, but some business leaders say the legislation goes too far

Hotel performance standouts during Beyonce’s world tour

Concerts and major events have always been important revenue opportunities for hotels, but 2023 has felt like the “year of the concert” with major tour generating headlines and lifting performance all over the world

Pixar Place Hotel to open in January 2024 at Disneyland

Pixar Place Hotel will open on Jan. 30, 2024 at Disneyland Resort -- marking the first Pixar-themed hotel in the United States

New hotel to open in Honolulu in early 2024

"This brand new 39-story oasis features luxurious rooms and suites with floor-to-ceiling glass windows and contemporary design," a spokesperson for the hotel told PBN

Australian court finds Carnival misled about cruise's COVID risks in landmark ruling

Carnival Corp's Australian unit has been ordered to pay the medical expenses of a woman who contracted COVID-19, with a judge ruling that the cruise ship operator misled passengers about safety risks in a landmark class action ruling

What are the best cruise lines of 2024 for every traveler?

Are you wondering what the best cruise line is? There are a ton of different factors that go into the decision, and the best cruise line for you might be different than the best cruise line for your parents or coworkers

Norwegian Prima Debuts in the Western Mediterranean

After completing a summer program in Northern Europe, the Norwegian Prima has recently arrived in the Western Mediterranean for the first time

The Most Popular Travel Destinations This Winter, Based on New Data

New data shared with Thrillist from Chase Travel provides new insight on the most popular destinations for the 2023 holiday travel season. Check out the top international cities and beach getaways

Dozen Mexican police killed in brazen ambush near Acapulco

At least a dozen police officers and a local security supervisor were killed in a brutal ambush Monday in a coastal town north of Acapulco, a sign of how criminal gangs are openly confronting authorities in a state known for heroin poppy production

Cappadocia, Turkey: The Ultimate Travel Guide to the Ancient City

Step one: book one of those IG-worthy hot air balloon excursions

The Travel Institute Celebrates its 30,000th Certified Graduate

FRAMINGHAM, MA, October 24, 2023 – The Travel Institute, the industry’s education leader, is celebrating its 30,000th certified graduate from its flagship, 3-tier certification program for CTA®, CTC®, and CTIE® credentials. Earning distinction as the 30K milestone graduate is independent contractor Barrett Phillips, CTA, of Barrett Phillips Travel Designs LLC, affiliated with Dallas-based Strong Travel Services. “My sincerest congratulations to Barrett as our thirty thousandth certified graduate,” offered Diane Petras, CTIE

The United Nations

The United Nations was not the first attempt at creating an organization dedicated to international understanding. Years earlier, the League of Nations had failed to prevent World War II. On April 25, 1945, 50 world governments met in San Francisco and began working on the charter for a new organization. Winston Churchill and FDR had earlier used the phrase "United Nations" in a declaration of unity in 1942 of the nations in the Atlantic Charter. The United Nations was dedicated on October 24, 1945, with the

Off-duty Alaska Airlines pilot charged with attempted murder after trying to stop engines midflight 

Flight 2059 from Everett, Washington, was bound for San Francisco when it was diverted to Portland, Oregon. Joseph David Emerson was booked on 83 counts of attempted murder

AAT Kings Group unveils ‘A-LISTERS’ Initiative to Elevate Travel Agents to A-LISTER Status and Provide Insider Access

Leading Australian tour pioneer AAT Kings is proud to announce the launch of its innovative 'A-LISTERS' initiative, aimed at providing travel agents with a VIP industry experience. This innovative twist on agent training offers a range of new offerings and touchpoints, including the AAT Kings A-LIST ACCESS podcast and a new Agent Academy Training Platform

United Airlines Cancels Longest Hawaii Route In Shakeup

We can’t remember a time when there were this many changes to Hawaii flights, except perhaps at the beginning and end of Covid. Some of these changes have resulted from downsizing following the Maui fire, while others are simply an attempt to adjust Hawaii routes, flights, and frequencies to customer demands

Delta Backpedals on Cuts to SkyMiles Benefits

Surely Delta expected some push-back from customers when it announced changes to its loyalty program last month. But the carrier this week said it has listened to the disappointment its frequent flyers expressed—and is cutting back on the cut-backs

Europe Hotel Transactions Bulletin - Week Ending 20 October 2023

Italian investor Gruppo Statuto has acquired the ultra-luxury, 96-room Six Senses Rome for a reported €245 million (€2.6 million per room), from London-based real estate investment manager Orion Capital. The trophy hotel has wellness and spa offerings, an all-day-dining restaurant and a rooftop bar and restaurant

Four star club resort planned for French Alps

MMV, a hotel operator subsidiary of Compagnie des Alpes, will be adding to its 21 French Alpine sites with a resort in La Salle-les-Alpes

Budapest Airport to open new hotel in 2025

Budapest Airport in Hungary is to add an 8,000m2 hotel with a direct connection to the terminal, in 2025. Developed by Hungarian commercial real estate developer Wing, construction on the Tribe Hotel has already begun. The new hotel will offer 167 rooms for business and leisure travelers

Disney Wonder Heading to Australia Following Drydock

The Disney Wonder recently started its repositioning voyage to Australia and New Zealand. Resuming service following a two-week drydock, the Disney Cruise Line ship welcomed guests for the first part of its transpacific voyage on Oct. 3

6 new cruise ships launching soon

New ships from some of the world's biggest cruise lines are getting ready to set sail in late 2023 and 2024, including Royal Caribbean's record-breaking Icon of the Seas. Come aboard for all the details

Carnival Freedom emerges from Navantia with enhancements

Sporting a new winged funnel, Carnival Freedom emerged with enhancements after its dry dock at Navantia shipyard in Cadiz

Florida woman misses United Airlines booked flight in Germany after name disappears from passenger list

Headed home to Tampa Bay from a solo trip to Germany, Rachel Shapiro wasn't allowed to board her flight. She asked for help getting United Airlines to reimburse her for expenses caused by the delay

Hawaii Travel Update: The Mayor Just Canceled West Maui’s Phased Reopening And Announced A New Plan That Begins Next Week

The planned reopening of West Maui was supposed to occur in three phases over an extended period of time. Now, all properties will be able to open next week

This Is the Latest Airport That Will Allow Non-travelers to Escort Loved Ones to the Gate

Philadelphia Airport is rolling out the PHL Wingmate Guest Pass to let non-travelers bring their friends or family to their gate

I’m traveling the world for a year — here’s what I’m packing

Have you ever thought about packing it all up, leaving your life behind and traveling the world for a year? Yup, me too. It sounds like a dream, but what if you could really do it? Where would you go? What would you take with you

Revenge travel is over — even in China, says CEO of InterContinental Hotels Group

Pent-up travel demand — which drove global travel recovery following the Covid-19 pandemic — is over, said Intercontinental Hotels Group CEO Elie Maalouf

US issues ‘worldwide caution’ travel alert amid escalating tensions in the Middle East

The US State Department issued a global alert recently due to surging tensions in the Middle East and other areas, triggered by the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict

10 Things to Know BEFORE Booking a Rottnest Island Tour + Best Tours

Before visiting Rottnest Island near Perth, there are a few things to know! Plus, we'll tell you the best tours to get here and explore

11 Most Scenic Road Trips to Take in The Rockies

These are eleven of the most scenic drives to take in the Rockies, spanning South-Central United States and through Western Canada

First Parliament of Great Britain

The first Parliament of the Kingdom of Great Britain was held on October 23, 1707. Evolving from the merger of the Kingdom of England and the Kingdom of Scotland, the existing members of the English House of Commons became the British House of Commons along with 61 Scottish Counterparts appointed by Scotland. Most historians also trace the first beginnings of

Spirit Airlines cancels dozens of flights to inspect some of its planes, disruptions will last days

Spirit Airlines canceled about 100 flights on Friday after pulling some planes out of service for inspections, and the airline expects the disruptions to last several days

Alaska Airlines to Launch Its Longest Route Yet

Alaska Airlines (AS) announced two new routes on Friday for the upcoming summer season out of Anchorage, offering new flights to San Diego and its new longest route, John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

Delta Vacations Rolls Back Planned Changes on Travel Advisor Bookings

In a nod to the importance of travel advisors, Delta Vacations has rolled back a planned change that would have made trips they book ineligible for points in Delta's Medallion status program. The change follows a move by Delta on Wednesday to dial back other announced changes to its loyalty

The 7 Best Hotels to Stay at in Brooklyn Right Now

From independent boutique hotels to eco-chic brands and major players like Marriott, here are the best hotels in Brooklyn, New York to stay at right now

9 luxurious hotels for a glamorous stay in the Catalan capital

Up the luxe-factor on your next Barcelona city break with a five-star stay at one of these amazing hotels

Swindon hotel powered by renewable energy opens

The Premier Inn has no mains gas connection and features solar panels on the roof

A giant cruise ship that holds thousands of passengers is sailing around the English Channel looking for a crew member who went overboard

A massive German cruise ship is sailing back and forth around the English Channel, searching for a crew member the captain believes fell overboard early Sunday morning

MSC Cruises Cancels Some Winter Programs in Red Sea

MSC Cruises has cancelled the full winter program of the MSC Orchestra that was planned in the Red Sea from November through April because of the proximity of some of ship’s ports of call to Israel and the number of restrictions in the bordering countries that would have adversely affected

Huge Cruise Port Expansion Set for US Virgin Islands

Two ports in the US Virgin Islands are poised for expansion and upgrades thanks to the approval of a project and in partnership with Royal Caribbean

Adventure Travel is Redefining What Travel Means

The urge to explore and discover new horizons has been a fundamental aspect of human nature for centuries. While traditional tourism may satisfy the desire to relax, adventure travel takes this instinct to a new level

US advises citizens not to travel to Iraq after recent attacks on US personnel

The U.S. State Department said on Sunday U.S. citizens should not travel to Iraq after recent attacks on American troops and personnel in the region

Fall Fashion - 6 Quick Packing Tips For Stylish Travel

I've learned from my packing mistakes and now consider myself quite adept at choosing a comfortable and stylish wardrobe for fall travel

Ultra-Popular Airport Losing Hawaii Routes May Impact You!

With airlines shedding Hawaii routes from here faster than a Honolulu minute, visitors need to stay flexible and pay attention

One of the world's most dangerous tourist attractions is in the UK

Scotland is home to one of the world's most dangerous natural wonders

Bomb hoaxes: What to know if you are travelling to France

France has been on its highest security alert level since 13 October and has seen a spate of false bomb threats and security alerts

Terrifying moment two planes nearly collide mid-air over airport

The two planes were well within the proximity of each other to name this incident a “near midair collision”

The Hollywood Black List

On October 20, 1947, a Congressional committee began investigating Hollywood writers and actors in one of the darkest moments of what is now known as the "Red Scare." As conservative members of Congress sought to further their own ambitions by suppressing the rights of others, the House Un-American Activities Committee began questioning witnesses in an attempt to intimidate them into "naming names" of suspected socialists and communists in the ranks of the movie industry. "Are you now or have you ever been a member of the Communist Party?" became the infamous

This European airline is introducing child-free zones

Corendon is the first European carrier to offer this service, following the lead of some international carriers like AirAsia

Think about flights before booking the sailing

If you're thinking of taking a cruise soon, maybe you're wondering about airline tickets. Then again, probably not

US airline investors worry the travel boom may be ending

It should be the best of times for U.S. airlines with a travel boom still going strong, but investors are nervous demand may soften as the economy falters, making it harder to protect profits from soaring costs

Some Israelis can now travel to the U.S. without a visa

Israelis who are trying to come to the United States are now able to apply to travel without a visa. The Department of Homeland Security started taking visa waiver applications from Israeli citizens a month earlier than previously planned

Yes, Maui Is Open. But the Loss of Lahaina May Reshape Tourism.

The entire island of Maui is bracing for the return of tourism even as disaster relief efforts continue. The path to recovery is uncertain

State Department calls for Americans overseas to exercise caution

The U.S. State Department issued a worldwide travel advisory on Thursday, urging Americans overseas to exercise increased caution

Europe delays travel entry charges until 2025

The ETIAS visa waiver program will come into force in 2025 - a year later than planned

10 Of The Best Places In The World You Can Travel To In The Off Season

There are so many places to travel to in the off-season that reward travelers with small crowds and less money spent. Here are the top ten

Travel on 7 of the World's Most High-end Trains Through Canada, Italy, and More on This 80-day Trip

The epic journey starts on the Rocky Mountaineer from Vancouver to Jasper and ends on the Eastern & Oriental Express in Singapore

Prague to Venice in a day: Private journeys are a new trend in luxury travel

Swap the cramped airplane cabin for a flexible, stress-free chartered vehicle and plan your perfect no-fly getaway

Top Best Europe Tour Operators And Travel Companies

1. Topdeck, 2. The Natural Adventure Company, 3. G Adventures, 4. Intrepid, 5. Trafalgar, 6. GJ Travel, 7. Shamrocker Adventures, 8. Exodus Travels, 9. On The Go Tours, 10. Tauck. Europe is home to a vast diversity of architectural styles, artworks, landscapes

Collette Rings in Season 106 With Launch of New Worldwide Brochure

Pawtucket, RI (October 17, 2023) - Collette announces the launch of its all-new worldwide brochure to help ring its 106th season of travel. The 2024 brochure will feature information on all 170 of Collette’s tours -- including several new tours – and the revamped “Passport Club” loyalty program. Travelers and advisors can order a copy of the 2024 worldwide brochure or view an online version on Collette’s website for free. “Collette has so much to

The First Chief Justice

On this date in 1789, Chief Justice John Jay is sworn in as the first Chief Justice of the United States. Nominated by George Washington to fill the role, John Jay helped to develop early principles upon which the nation's highest court would later build its jurisprudence. Jay was later Governor of New York from

American Airlines orders four E175 jets from Embraer

Brazilian planemaker Embraer said on Thursday that American Airlines has placed a firm order for four E175 jets that will be used by Envoy Air, its subsidiary focused on regional flights

Delta loyalty program backlash: Airline backtracks on some changes after an uproar from customers

Delta Air Lines is easing off some recent changes to its SkyMiles loyalty program that sparked criticism from frequent flyers

A budget airline is wildly popular on TikTok for actually being funny

While most airlines' social media presence is limited to announcements of ticket sales and posed photos of smiling flight crew, one low-cost airline has taken a very different approach

Secrets of the 'world's best hotel'

Passalacqua, a luxury hotel on Lake Como, was voted the best hotel in the world this month at the inaugural World's 50 Best Hotels awards. Here's why its management think it won

Wyndham Rejects Buyout Offer From Choice Hotels—For Now

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has rejected an unsolicited $8 billion buyout by bid Choice Hotels International, Inc., saying it is not in the best interests of Wyndham shareholders

These Are the World's 16 Most Beautiful Hotels for 2023

From London to South Africa, these haute stays shine as ambassadors of their habitats. Here, the most beautiful hotels in the world for 2023

Cruise ship explosion in Maine burns employee, prompts passenger evacuations

An explosion and a fire broke out in the engine room of a cruise ship visiting Maine on Wednesday. The cause of the fire is under investigation

Princess Cruises Significantly Changes Its Pricing Structure

Princess Cruises has announced an overall pricing shift that eliminates last-minute discounts, but keeps the best deals for early bookings

Australia’s cruise industry generates record A$5.63b for the economy

Economic impact assessment by CLIA Australasia and Australian Cruise Association found industry injected record A$5.63b into national economy 2022-23

I'm A Solo Female Travel Influencer And This Is The One Safety Rule I Never Break

"I’ve now visited nearly every U.S. major national park ― 59 of the current 63 ― and all 50 U.S. states solo."

6 Reasons Why Northern Tanzania Deserves A Space On Your Bucket List

It can be quite a challenge to know where and how to start planning an African adventure. Learn from Sarah's experience in northern Tanzania

92% of Americans Would Rather Get a Vacation Instead of a Gift

A new study from GetYourGuide shows that 92% of respondents would like to receive an experience to share with a loved one instead of a physical gift this holiday season

This U.S. Airport Saw the Highest Spike in Flight Prices Over the Past Year

According to a report from Lending Tree found which U.S. airports have become the most — and least — expensive airports to fly out of

U.S. State Department Urges Americans Not To Travel To Lebanon Amid Ongoing War

The U.S. Department of State warned Americans on Tuesday not to visit Lebanon amid the intensifying Israel-Hamas war

Airports and Attractions in France Evacuated over Bomb Threats

It's not a strike this time but a string of security scares that have closed airports across France, and at the Palace of Versailles and the Louvre Museum

Southwest Airlines makes it easier to earn A-List status, plus reminder to book your holiday flights

Southwest Airlines has announced new changes starting in January 2024 that will make it easier for flyers to earn A-List status through Rapid Rewards

Spirit Airlines To Cut Four Routes From Orlando International Airport

It comes as the busy holiday travel season approaches

Hawaiian Airlines Cancels Many Flights Abruptly

Sixteen recent Hawaiian Airlines flight cancellations on just two of their routes got our attention

1 Hotel Hanalei Bay: What it's like staying at this new hotel in Kauai

What it's like staying at the 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay, one of the newest and nicest hotels on Kauai

A photo tour of Budapest's UNESCO-listed Matild Palace hotel

Built in 1902, the Matild Palace is one of the most elegant buildings in Budapest

10 Best New York City Hotels With Spectacular Views Of The Brooklyn Bridge

Waking up to the view of the iconic Brooklyn Bridge can make your NYC trip unforgettable. Book these hotels to behold the sight and enjoy a cozy stay

Danube River: Modest Capacity Increase for 2024

The Danube River set to welcome a slightly larger fleet in 2024 compared to the previous year, according to recent data published in the 2024 European River Cruise Market Report by Cruise Industry News

New Residential Cruise Ship to let Travellers Live At Sea and Travel the World

Unlike the only one that is in operation at the moment, a luxury strategy with multimillion-dollar condos, cabins on Villa Vie Residences’ upcoming vessel starts at a whopping $100,000

Puerto Vallarta Welcomes Disney Magic Cruise Ship, Reviving Cruise Tourism After Hurricane Lidia

Puerto Vallarta, a celebrated tourist destination, warmly welcomed the Disney Magic cruise ship this Monday. This marked a

State Department advises US citizens not to travel to Lebanon

The Biden administration is now advising U.S. citizens not to travel to Lebanon amid the ongoing Israeli-Hamas conflict

Everything you need to know about travel to France right now

Reports of unrest and bomb threats are impacting travellers' ability to get in and out of France. Here's everything we know

4 Tips For Visiting Multiple European Countries In One Trip

Planning to visit multiple countries during a trip to Europe is a great way to save money and maximize vacation time

EasyJet flight canceled because of ‘defecation’ incident

An EasyJet flight was canceled and its passengers made to disembark after someone onboard the aircraft apparently defecated on the airplane bathroom floor

Trawick launches new travel policies

The company has announced the launch of three new travel insurance policies, created in partnership with Starr Insurance

The All-New “Old World Sicily & Malta” Tour Sees Travelers Get a Tremendous Taste of Sicily With Collette

Pawtucket, RI (October 10, 2023) – Collette reminds travelers that they can explore the many tastes of Sicily with one of its three tours to the region. While journeying through on Collette’s new “Old World Sicily & Malta” tour, the “Southern Italy & Sicily” tour, or “Sicily and Its Isles,” travelers will dabble in the wide range of dishes. Sicilian food has been influenced by the Greeks, Arabs, Spaniards, and French settlers that settled across the island. Collette ensures that travelers are able to

Expedition Cruise Network launches travel trade training hub

Expedition Cruise Network (ECN) has created a new online training hub to help travel trade professionals learn more about the organisation

Would you trust AI to plan a trip? 2024 travel predictions revealed

A survey of more than 27,000 people across 33 countries and territories has revealed what could be next year's biggest travel trends

The Basel Earthquake

On this day in 1356, one of the most devastating earthquakes ever to hit northern Europe struck the small Swiss town of Basel, situated at the southern end of the Upper Rhine Graben. Basel was nearly completely destroyed with over 300 people dead. Those wooden houses that were not destroyed by the earthquake were burned by subsequent fires caused by candles and other lights tossed about in the debris and aftershocks. Most of the major stone buildings such as churches and government buildings were likewise destroyed. Aftershocks continued for almost a year.

Exploring Korea: 4 fun autumn activities in ROK

I recommend activities that allow you to take in the wonderful scenery, sample delicious foods, and simply have fun with your family and friends

Score a Flight to London, Paris, and More for As Low As $139 Thanks to This Airline's Weekend Sale

Norse Atlantic Airways' sale has discounted flights from the U.S. to London, Paris, Berlin and more until Oct. 17

'The middle seat was the toughest': Japan Airlines adds extra flight to carry heavy sumo wrestlers

The sumo wrestlers weighed an average of 120 kilograms (264 pounds) each

Regulator Upholds London Heathrow Airport Price Cuts Despite Airline Appeals

Average passenger costs at the airport are set to drop 20% in 2024 to £25.43; however, Heathrow Airport has cautioned about the impact on investment

Goway’s Limited Time Japan Odyssey Packages Showcase the Nation’s Colours in Spring and Fall

Toronto, ON - In response to the all-time demand for trips to Japan, Goway has released packages with guaranteed departure dates during the most colourful times of the year: the heights of autumn and the spring cherry blossom season. Goway’s new departure date for the 12-day Japan Cherry Blossom Odyssey takes travellers to Japan during the height of the bloom. Goway’s other two departure dates for Japan Cherry Blossom Odyssey have sold out, so travellers who want to enjoy exclusive cherry blossoms viewings in Osaka, Kyoto, and Tokyo should not delay in booking the April 3, 2024

The London Beer Flood

They say too much beer is bad for you. Meux's Brewery Co Ltd was a London brewery located at Tottenham Court Road and Oxford Street, one of the city's poorer districts at the time. On October 17, 1814, a vat of beer 22 feet high and containing approximately 135,000 gallons ruptured. The beer pouring out toppled other beer vats in the brewery. A flood of beer rushed out of the building into the streets, slamming other structures in the vicinity. Two homes and a nearby pub were

Seabourn Pursuit Opens Cruise Season in Trinidad

The Seabourn Pursuit opened the 2023-24 cruise season in Port of Spain, in Trinidad and Tobago, on October 11. The country is expected to receive a total of 139 cruise ships during the season, which will bring over 210,000 guests to local ports. Among the cruise lines visiting Trinidad and

Carnival's Chinese JV Sells Costa Cruise Ship to Margaritaville at Sea

China's Adora Cruises, a new brand developed in a partnership between Carnival Corporation and China State Shipbuilding Corporation (CSSC) sold one of

Bahamas Cruise Port Exceeds Passenger Visits, Heads for Record

Nassau has already surpassed 2022 cruise visitor numbers with 3 months yet to welcome guests to the Bahamas. How many records will be broken

Choice Hotels offers nearly $8 billion for larger rival Wyndham Hotels & Resorts as travel booms

Choice Hotels International is asking shareholders of Wyndham Hotels & Resorts to sign off on a buyout worth nearly $8 billion after Wyndham broke off negotiations

The Villas at the Iconic Disneyland Hotel Are Now Open -- and We Were One of the First to See

A first look at The Villas at the Disneyland Hotel in California, which are now open for reservations

French hotels paying up to $1,600 to exterminate bedbugs

Hotels around Paris are being forced to fork out thousands to reassure guests, while hotels in the UK are enlisting sniffer dogs

11 Must-Do Activities in Morocco: A Journey of Culture and Adventure

Morocco, with its diverse landscapes, rich history, and vibrant culture, is a traveler's paradise. From the bustling medinas to the serene deserts, this North African gem offers an array of experiences that will leave you in awe

Glacier National Park In One Day: 10 Things You Must Try

Wondering how to spend a day in Glacier National Park? Discover the park's scenic beauty on a day trip, from glacial valleys to towering peaks

28 Best Things to do in Cozumel, Mexico in 2023

Looking for the best things to do in Cozumel, Mexico? From Scuba Diving to chocolate tasting these are the top things to do on your next Cozumel vacation

United Will Change Its Boarding Process This Month

United Airlines is updating its boarding procedure this month, allowing travelers in window and middle seats to board earlier in an effort to speed up the process

World's Largest Souvenir Travel Plate

Kansas's Grassroots Art Capital welcomes visitors to Lucas through its very own World's Largest Thing

11 Expensive Vacation Destinations That Will Be Cheaper in 2024

Travel has been crazy the past few years. After the pandemic, many people took to the skies and traveled all around the world in 2021 and 2022

10 popular travel destinations that have outlawed vaping

These are ten popular holiday and travel destinations for Brits which have already outlawed vaping. According to research done by travel company Ski Vertigo, countries such as Turkey, Denmark, Thailand and Australia revealed

Cancelled tours, empty hotels: Israeli, Palestinian tourism reels as conflict escalates

Across Israel and the Israeli-occupied Palestinian territories of Gaza and the West Bank, hotels have emptied and at least six companies have stopped trips to top destinations like Jerusalem and Tel Aviv as the conflict escalates

Why could your face be the ticket to fewer travel troubles on your next vacation?

Your face could be your ticket to fewer headaches while traveling

The Execution Of Marie Antoinette

At the height of the French Revolution, King Louis XVI and his Queen Marie Antoinette were imprisoned and deposed. No longer referred to by their royal titles, they became the "Carpets", a non-royal designation of their family name. At the age of 38 years, the former King was the first to go as he was tried for crimes against the French people and executed on January 21, 1793. Marie languished in prison, her health deteriorating in mourning. Plots to help her escape

Southwest, United, Alaska and American Airlines face strikes

While some hurdles remain, all four airlines are negotiating with their flight attendants and one union says a holiday strike is on the table

Free High-Speed WiFi: Qatar Airways Becomes Latest Airline To Choose Starlink

Free superfast inflight WiFi is coming to Qatar Airways soon

A flight bound for Florida was diverted after an adult diaper was mistaken for a bomb in the plane bathroom

"The Special Forces units activated the emergency protocol, and verified it turned out to be a disposable adult diaper," Panama's national police wrote in the post in Spanish, adding that it was alerted by the local civil aviation authorities

United Airlines Just Announced a Big Change, and Passengers Will Be Very Happy

Over at United Airlines, they're pretty careful about how they spend minutes, to the point that they're making some changes to the way passengers board their planes, in order to save two minutes per flight

Carnival Cruise Line enforces a key main dining room rule

Cruisers love to debate every aspect of eating in the main dining room, but Carnival has drawn a line in the sand on one key issue

2024-25 Deployment: Here Are All the Cruise Lines Sailing from Port Canaveral

With more brands and larger ships, Port Canaveral is set for a record offering during the 2024-25 winter season. Cruise Industry News looked at the plans of the key players sailing from the Central Florida homeport

Royal Caribbean is helping the United States evacuate Americans from Israel

Days after Royal Caribbean cancelled cruises from Israel, it has sent a cruise ship back to Israel but not to start a vacation. As the war between

These Are the Best Hotels in Portugal Right Now, From a Wine Country Retreat to a Chic City Escape

Portugal has seen some great hotel openings recently, from design-forward stays in Lisbon to colorful seaside escapes in Melides. Here, we've gathered four of the best new boutique hotels across the country

Elegant Hotel Collection launches

Elegant Hotel Collection has entered the luxury soft brand market, launching with 25 luxury hotels, targeting 50 properties globally by summer 2024

Headed to Vienna? Here are Hyatt's 5 best hotels for your stay

World of Hyatt has five excellent hotels in Vienna, Austria. Here's TPG's take on which is best for different types of travelers

5 do's and don'ts of taking pets on the road

Road trips are more popular than ever, and many travelers are bringing their four-legged family members along for the ride. Here are some tips for traveling with pets

Real Haunts: 10 Unbelievable Ghost Tours Around The U.S. That Are Worth The Booking

Hugely historical, slightly theatrical, and immensely entertaining, these top US ghost tours will leave people spellbound, stoked, and spooked

10 Extraordinary UNESCO Sites to Explore Across America

The American UNESCO World Heritage Sites that you should make the time to visit this year

Is it safe to travel to Egypt and Jordan right now?

The UK and EU governments have already warned against all but essential travel to Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories

What to know about enrolling in TSA PreCheck at Staples

Here's how Staples is evolving to become a travel brand in addition to being an office supply store

This popular destination will increase its tourist tax in 2024

This week in travel news: An ancient Italian site, a hefty European tourist tax and a bunch of bears in Alaska all got bigger

The Knights Templar

In the year 1307 AD, October 13th fell on a Friday. King Philip IV of France was deeply in debt to the powerful religious order, the Knights Templar. The King began to pressure Pope Clement V to disband the order and seize their holdings which had grown vastly since the order's humble beginnings during the early crusades. On Friday the 13th, King Phillip, with an order from the Pope in hand, ordered the arrest of all Knights Templar and

How United Airlines Is Integrating Bluetooth On Its Aircraft

Such connectivity is already available on more than 100 United Airlines planes

Tui hit by airline "fake parts" scandal that grounded hundreds of planes

Exclusive: TUI confirmed that a component on one of its aircraft was supplied by AOG Technics

Delta says travel boom is not over yet

Delta Air Lines has a message for investors worried about signs of softening demand on domestic routes: the travel boom is not over yet

The 13 Best Hotels In Rome

Known as the Eternal City, Rome is an eternal destination for travelers seeking a place where the past and present converge. Here, ancient ruins sit alongside Renaissance art collections and 20th-century art deco architecture

These Are The 10 Best Northern Lights Hotels Around The World

Here are the best hotels in the world where tourists can see the Northern Lights

Cruise lines cancel and change port calls to Israel and Egypt

The escalating conflict in Israel and Palestine is forcing cruise lines to alter itineraries and could lead to further changes

A Wave of Luxury Superyachts Offer a More Intimate Way to Cruise

On the heels of trailblazing Virgin Voyages, more brands are setting sail with luxury superyachts where the five-star treatment travels from port to port

5 Things to Know Before Cruising the Mississippi River

Looking to take a cruise along the historical Mississippi River? Then be sure to know these 5 things to have the most enjoyable Mississippi cruise

Experience the thrill: Must-try adventure activities in the Philippines

The Philippines may be known for its beaches and luxury resorts, but in a country teeming with wild rivers, towering peaks and some of the most biodiverse marine life on the planet, thrill-seekers need not look away

Off-peak tourism season starts in China

After the Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day holiday, a new round of off-peak tourism season starts in China, ThePaper reported on Friday

More than a dozen countries participating in Cancun's 2023 Travel Mart - Riviera Maya News

Tour operators and travel agencies from 13 countries are participating in Travel Mart 2023 hosted in Cancun

Oslo travel guide: exploring Norway's vibrant capital city

Explore Oslo's top attractions as well as the surrounding fjords with this Oslo city guide and budget travel planner

16 Best Vacations for Seniors with Limited Mobility

This article takes a look at the 16 best vacations for seniors with limited mobility. If you wish to skip our detailed analysis on accessible tourism, you may go to 5 Best Vacations for Seniors with Limited Mobility. Silver Tourism According to Census data

French national strike causes travel disruption on Friday

A national strike in France has disrupted travel, cancelling many flights, and affecting railways and metro lines. Ryanair has called for EU intervention as the strike is also impacting flights overflying France unrelated to the dispute

Disneyland is increasing its prices again – here’s why

From parking their vehicles for the day to purchasing annual passes, visitors to Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California, are going to be paying more to enjoy that Mickey Mouse magic

Israel calls on 1.1 million Gazans to evacuate south, in order UN warns is 'impossible'

Israel's military has warned 1.1 million people living in northern Gaza to evacuate their homes, amid signs Israel is set to ramp up its retaliatory offensive against Hamas following the group's October 7 terror attacks

Christopher Columbus

On this day in 1492, the expedition of explorer Christopher Columbus's made landfall in the Caribbean, specifically in The Bahamas. The explorer believed he had reached South Asia. Columbus made a total of four voyages of exploration to the New World, funded by Isabella I of Castile. His explorations began

Barcelona Says 'No, Gracias' to Cruise Ships

Barcelona has banned all passenger ships from its central port effective October 22, sending them instead to terminals farther from the popular La Rambla district. The new regulation, designed to control cruise ship emissions, will send smaller ships from AIDA Cruises, Azamara, Oceania, Regent an

Uniworld Boutique River Cruises Adds Two Former Crystal Ships

Uniworld Boutique River Cruises will add two new ships to its fleet, and begin sailing one in 2024 and one in 2025. The S.S. Victoria and S.S. Elisabeth—formerly Crystal Cruises’ Crystal Bach and Crystal Mahler—are being leased from Seaside Collection under a three-year, bareboat charter agreement

Could an Electric Ship With Solar Sails Be the Future of Cruising?

Norway-based cruise company Hurtigruten recently unveiled the prototype for its first zero-emissions cruise ship, slated to launch by 2030

Emirates rolls out program to equip airline staff with iPads, iPhones

Emirates airline has equipped 20,000 cabin crew members with Apple hardware, as part of its 'One Device' program to enhance in-flight services and experiences for passengers and crew

European airlines say sustainable fuel targets may mean higher fares, consolidation

European airline chiefs said on Thursday the industry needs to make more money and may consolidate further to pay for sustainability targets, a trend likely to lead to higher fares for passengers on top of rising demand for air travel

Beond Airlines unveiled as new premium leisure airline

A new airline took flight yesterday, as Beond – the world’s first premium leisure airline – unveiled its sophisticated and unique aircraft livery

Hyatt exceeds 30 hotels in Americas luxury and lifestyle pipeline

Hyatt Hotels Corporation continues to strategically grow its luxury and lifestyle brand footprint with a development pipeline of more than 30 planned hotels and resorts in the Americas region

The 60 Most Incredible Hotels in the World

This is your guide to the best hotels in the word, whether you're looking for luxury villas in Europe, Caribbean resorts, or beachside bungalows in Mexico

10 Spookiest Activities In Savannah To Haunt Your Imagination

Get spooked with these top-rated ghost tours in Savannah, Georgia

Fun Things To Do In Australia On A Family Holiday

Looking for a family-friendly destination that offers incredible wildlife, nature, and epic outback escapes? Look no further than Australia! With its picturesque beaches and friendly people, Australia is a treasure trove of tales and traditions

U.S. raises Israel advisory to Level 3 — reconsider travel

The U.S. State Department raised its advisory for Israel on Wednesday to "Level 3 — Reconsider Travel" due to the war with Hamas

Tourists spending thousands to get out of Israel

Some travellers are paying vast amounts for flights that end up being cancelled as they try to leave the country

Should I visit Maui now? West Maui reopens to tourism after fires

Officials say it's a balancing act to reopen West Maui after the deadly wildfires two months ago. Some residents say they need more time to heal

The islands that went from whale hunting to whale watching

From dramatic humpback breaches to enthralling dolphin acrobatics, a springtime visit to the Azores is synonymous with incredible sightings of whales and dolphins

How To Travel Alone: 10 Legitimately Helpful Tips for First-Timers

Discover the Freedom of Solo Travel With These 10 Essential Tips for Beginners. Your Adventure Awaits

Saturday Night Live

On this day in 1975, Saturday Night Live had its debut as a contemporary comedy variety show for NBC. The cast showcased unknown talents and included Dan Aykroyd, John Belushi, Chevy Chase, Jane Curtin, Garrett Morris, Laraine Newman, and Gilda Radner. The first show featured George Carlin as the host with Andy Kaufman, Janis Ian, and Billy Preston as guests.

Credit card information exposed in Air Europa hack

The airline urged victims to cancel their credit cards following the hack

Emirates airline highlights endangered species with new amenity kits

The Dubai company is working with UK organisation United for Wildlife

Israeli airlines boost flights as some governments join rescue effort

Governments and airlines scrambled to lay on flights to evacuate thousands of tourists from Israel and repatriate the country's citizens, as the industry faced a warning over insurance cover amid escalating violence in the wake of weekend attacks

New luxury boutique hotel devised for London

Planning permission has been granted for a new 43-room luxury boutique hotel in the UK capital, London

Enhancing the Stay: Hilton Hotels & Resorts Around the Globe Debut Major New Design Innovations

With more than 600 hotels in the world’s most sought-after destinations across six continents, Hilton Hotels & Resorts has been welcoming travelers with its signature hospitality for more than 100 years. As the flagship of Hilton's 22 brands, Hilton Hotels & Resorts is

Introducing the Cruise Industry News Fall 2023 Magazine

The Cruise Industry News Fall 2023 Quarterly Magazine issue has been released. The main topics of the 128-page issue include the industry's decarbonization efforts, how shipbuilding drives innovation, the latest food and beverage offerings, the Asia-Pacific market and

These new cruises will take you to US national parks in style

American Cruise Lines will take guests to some of America's most popular national parks on new cruises in 2024

Why Right Now Is The Best Time To Visit This Trending European City

This trending European city broke tourism records this summer, but it's best visited in the winter - here's why

20 Colombia Tours

Spanish history, stunning coastlines, the Amazon rainforest, deserts and grasslands means tours in Colombia are rich and varied

Why Your Best Cycling Or Hiking Trip Might Be An Active Cruise

Two vacations in one! Active travel has exploded in popularity, and one of the fastest growing segments is active cruises

Is it safe to travel to Israel and Egypt right now? Latest travel advice

All the up-to-date travel advice if you have a trip planned to Israel or Egypt, including what the UK Foreign Office recommends

Exposing Fraud: How To Identify A Fake Travel Agent

Make sure you're not scammed by a fake travel agent! Check out our tips on how to identify a fake travel agent and steps to ensure your safety

Bed Bug Prevention Tips for Before, During, and After Travel

Expert tips and advice for preventing bed bugs while traversing the airport and staying in a hotel

Which airlines have suspended Israel flights after Hamas attacks?

Several international airlines have suspended flight services with Tel Aviv after the surprise attack by Hamas militants on Israel over the weekend, impacting hundreds of flights

People struggle to leave Israel after more flights cut

BA, Virgin Atlantic and El Al are now the only airlines with direct flights from Israel to the UK

Nearly half of all flight delays in 2022 were airlines' responsibility: Transport Canada

Who was responsible for last year’s flight delays? According to new data from Transport Canada, nearly half of the disruptions in 2022 were deemed the responsibility of an airline. As reported by CBC News, out of nearly 199,000 delays that occurred last year, just over 87,500 (or 44 per cent) were considered to be within an airline's control

Barcelona Limits Cruise Calls at Specific Piers

Barcelona has partially banned cruise ships from docking at its central port at specific piers in a bid to reduce pollution and curb overtourism. The decision, which goes into effect on October 22, will require cruise ships to dock at the southern port instead to limit exhaust gases near the city center

Royal Caribbean has announced a new version of the world's largest cruise ship before the first has even entered service

Amid all of the buzz and attention for Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas entering service in January 2024, the cruise giant has unveiled the behemoth vessel's new sister ship, the Star of the Seas

Cruise Operators Raising Prices as Travel Demand Is Surging

In 2024, the prices are expected to further go up. According to a Wall Street analyst Brandt Montour, the rise in ticket prices for 2024 sailings will be set 20% to 30% higher than 2019 levels

Curio Collection by Hilton moves into Melbourne

Hilton and Vista Hospitality Group Partner have announced plans for Next Hotel Melbourne to join Curio Collection by Hilton

High hotel rates top grievances about domestic travel in Taiwan

"Traveling in Taiwan is so expensive!" That is what most locals say when asked about domestic travel around the island

Where To Stay in Cape Town if You’re Already Seeking Winter Sun

Our edit of best Cape Town hotels for luxury, couples' and five-star trips. Here's where to stay in Cape Town, from Waterfront hotels to those near the beach

A Complete Guide to the Travel Scams; Document Verification in Mitigating Tour Frauds

The digital shift has attracted people’s attention to the travel industry, as now traveling is more convenient and affordable. Individuals are influenced by other people’s social media pictures of traveling to different locations. Therefore, the tourism industry is growing continuously

10 Best Destinations To See Colorful Fall Foliage In Vancouver

Learn about the best places to see fall foliage in Vancouver, from local streets and neighborhoods to top tourist destinations

The Greek Islands: An Adventure Guide

Want to know the best Greek islands for hiking or watersports? Looking for the quietest Greek islands? We've got you covered with this Greek island guide

'No more flying for you': Travel agency sounds alarm over risk of 'carbon passports'

While many aspects of an industrialized world interconnect in the current situation around climate change, there is no doubt that the explosion of air travel over the last few decades is a major contributing factor

World Mental Health Day: Here's Why Travelling Is Good For You

Discover the therapeutic power of travel for better mental health on World Mental Health Day. Join the adventure

These Are The Top 3 Safest Islands In The Caribbean To Visit Right Now

A recent meta-analysis has discovered that these three islands are currently the safest to visit in all of the Caribbean

Explore Iceland with a stopover on Icelandair

A look at what you can do in Iceland by adding a stopover for up to seven days when you book a flight on Icelandair from North America to Europe

Italy Is Establishing Evacuation Plan for Travellers & Residents in Case of Super Vulcano Eruption

Italy is preparing for possible evacuations from a supervolcano near Naples, with the government working to ensure that the necessary measures are in place in case there is a need for the residents to leave the area

The Resignation of Spiro Agnew

On this day in 1973, Vice President Spiro Agnew resigned from office. Agnew pleaded nolo contendere to criminal charges of money laundering and tax evasion after the revelation that he accepted bribes while governor of the state of Maryland. Agnew was consequently disbarred in Maryland. His resignation created a

12 things to know before going to Ecuador: insider tips and guidance

These insider tips, with important info on health, safety and etiquette, can help you plan, pack and prepare for your trip to Ecuador

Airlines suspend Israel flights after attacks

American, Delta and United scrubbed their flights to Israel this weekend following the Hamas attacks

Top 5: The World's Biggest Airline Loyalty Programs By Membership

The US 'Big Three' lead the charge, with numbers in the nine digits

Best plane seats for nervous flyers, according to a pilot

Get nervous when you're on a flight? Your flying experience could be more tolerable depending on where you sit on the plane, Kyle Koukol, a 29-year-old airline pilot based in San Francisco

Norwegian Cruise Line adding close to 1,000 solo cabins

Norwegian Cruise Line will add close to 1,000 dedicated staterooms for guests sailing on their own throughout its fleet

Celebrity Cruises Ship Cancels Israel Due to Developing Situation

Rising tensions in Israel have forced an itinerary change for Celebrity Apex, and other ships are likely to change port visit plans as well

Retirement at Sea: Aussie couple cruises for two years

An Australian couple took retirement at sea to a whole new level by spending their retirement on a cruise ship. So far, they've logged over 450 days aboard

Ultra-Luxury Hotels: Secrets of Successful 5-Star Stays

Ultra-luxury hotel performance can be disguised by poor data collection, complicating how travelers and investors evaluate properties

Bedbugs Love Hotels. Which Is Why I Do Something Specific With My Suitcase When I Travel

They can infest even very fancy hotels

IHG Hotels & Resorts opens Hotel Indigo Bordeaux - Centre Chartrons

For its third opening in France, Hotel Indigo, part of the IHG Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio, has chosen the bohemian city of Bordeaux as its new "pied-à-terre". This design-led boutique hotel is located in the central Chartrons district

20 Famous Las Vegas Restaurants to Try on Your Next Trip to Sin City

These iconic Las Vegas restaurants prove that the city is a true foodie destination

I write down my travel plans in a notebook everywhere I go. Yes, it's old-fashioned, but it keeps me calm.

Insider's reporter has been traveling solo for two years. Her top travel tip is to keep a physical record of your itinerary. Yes, on actual paper

Supernova 1604

On this day in 1604, observers in Northern Italy witnessed a supernova taking place in the Milky Way, in the constellation Ophiuchus. Johannes Kepler, famous astronomer and mathematician, named it after himself. Visible to the unaided observer of the night sky, it was brighter than any star. It was, and still remains, only the second supernova (or exploding star) to ever be observed in the Milky Way. The only

5 Of The Warmest European Destinations To Visit This Winter

Malta, Cyprus, The Algarve, Sicily, and Crete are some of the warmest places in Europe during the winter months

United Airlines Is Making It Easier for Wheelchair Users to Book Flights That Accommodate Them

Passengers will be able to easily search flights that can handle their specific wheelchair dimensions

Why were these cruise passengers shamed for arriving in France?

The World Traveller passengers disembarked to a crowd of 80 booing demonstrators in Brittany yesterday

Greece offers high-tech look at history

Tourists at the Acropolis this holiday season can witness the resolution of one of the world's most heated debates on cultural heritage

Water Zorbing: Dal Lake's New Thrilling Attraction

With the introduction of water zorbing, Dal Lake has successfully diversified its offerings, catering to both tranquillity-seeking tourists and adventure enthusiasts

Jason Lewis Completes His Journey

Rarely recognized by most people, Jason Lewis became the first human to circumnavigate the planet entirely under his own power, using no motors and no sails on October 6, 2007. A British native, Jason Lewis was born in 1967 in

Is It Safe to Travel Internationally? What to Consider While Planning

The frenetic summer travel season is a fading memory. The pandemic lockdowns and masking requirements are history. So is it finally – finally – safe to get out there and travel? Maybe, maybe not. Experts say travel is still fraught with danger, and you could quickly find yourself in trouble

Solo Sleeping Pods Aim to Revolutionize European Train Travel

As Europe’s rail revolution continues apace, one of its major players has decided to bring in an improved service 24/7. Austria’s state railway ÖBB, which has been leading the revival of overnight services in recent years, has unveiled a new 33-strong fleet of night trains, which will debut in

Is Star Bathing the Next Big Wellness Travel Trend?

I’m lazing on a mattress in the middle of an ancient salt pan when a sparkly meteor zips through the sky. Another shooting star follows, then another. It’s like the heavens triggered a confetti cannon—but I know the source of this marvel. It’s the Delta Aquariid meteor shower, an annual July to August

How to Plan a Trip Around the World

Combining a series of once-in-a-lifetime experiences into a single around-the-world trip can feel like the ultimate expression of luxury travel. It can be a daunting prospect though, with many contending factors to consider. Here's how to start planning the ultimate round-the-world trip. Air travel is

Why This Coastal Nordic City Is My Favorite For Solo Travel

“Niin metsä vastaa, kuin sinne huudetaan.” “The forest answers in the same way one shouts at it.” Scouring the globe for a decade in search of a destination I could feel at complete ease as a solo female traveler; why had it taken me 30 years to touch down in this alluring Nordic city?

The Bed Bugs Are Taking Paris—Here's What You Need to Know

Here’s a sentence I never thought I’d write: bed bugs have taken over the city of Paris, and we are now faced with the prospect that the outbreak could travel overseas. The infestation began just before Paris Fashion Week (yes, these bugs have good taste), when reports broke of increased

Air France Is Named “Europe’s Leading Airline in 2023” by World Travel Awards

Air France has secured the award of Europe’s Leading Airline 2023 from the World Travel Awards. The French flag carrier was shortlisted with nine other airlines from other countries in Europe for the same award. World Travel Awards celebrated its 30th edition on September 29th in Batumi, Georgia

Croatia Among the First to Test Digital Travel Documents

Croatia has started to test digital passports, becoming among the first countries in the European Union to do so. Croatia implemented the Digital Travel Credential (DTC) project earlier this week, with the authorities saying that they aim to facilitate travel as well as improve the safety of

These Scenic Train Trips Through West Virginia Have Spectacular Mountain Views and Fine Dining on the Rails

I’ve been looking forward to a glass of wine in an elegant train car. I’ve even brought along a bottle of wine in my knapsack, just in case you have to bring your own. Unfortunately, at the last minute, I discover that West Virginia's Potomac Eagle Scenic Railroad serves no alcohol on its cocktail-hour

Prices Spike for Some Paris Hotels Ahead of 2024 Olympics

Paris is gearing up for an influx of visitors during the 2024 Summer Olympics, and travelers may have trouble finding an affordable hotel as a result. “The Olympic Games will spur worldwide demand to visit Paris,” Melanie Fish, Head of Global PR for Expedia Group, said in an email. “With that

MGM Resorts Cyberattack Sparked Customer Data Breach, Cost the Company $100 Million

Regulatory filings and a letter from MGM Resorts CEO William Hornbuckle Wednesday claim a recent cyberattack entailed both a leak of customer data as well as a hefty financial hit to the company. Hornbuckle attempted to downplay just how severe the data break was, however. "We have

Carnival Ship Back in Mobile After Nearly 12-Month Hiatus

A Carnival Cruise Line ship is back in Mobile after almost 12 months without a ship in the city. With a fresh coat of paint, The Alabama Cruise Terminal in Mobile returns to cruising on Friday as Carnival Spirit makes her debut from the city. The ship completed its repositioning cruise from Alaska and is

The 10 Best Hotels in Barcelona

Barcelona’s blend of city and coast embodies the unique Catalan culture that distinguishes it from any other destination, even within Spain. The Catalan spirit saturates the city — it’s heard in the language, seen in the Gothic and modern architecture and felt in the pace of life. Dinner lingers late

Royal Caribbean Reveals Star of the Seas, 2nd Icon Class Cruise Ship

The world’s largest cruise line is growing. Royal Caribbean has announced that the name of their second Icon class cruise ship debuting in 2025 will be called Star of the Seas. Star of the Seas will debut in the summer of 2025 and will be the cruise line’s third ship powered by LNG. The ship is

Passport Processing Time Cut by Two Weeks, State Dept. Reports

Good news for last-minute travelers: Things are looking up in the nation’s passport offices, as an influx of staffers and new technology has cut processing time for passport applications by two

Now Trending at Hotels: Sleep, Wellness and “Bleisure”

Post-pandemic travelers prioritize a good night's sleep, healthy lifestyle amenities, and "smart" rooms with lots of technology — and they're combining business with pleasure in a trend known as "bleisure," Hilton says in a new report. Why it matters: As hotel chains continue to recover from

Want an Easy, Cheap Way to Travel Internationally? Cruise the Caribbean.

Nearly every time Kristin Chapman takes a cruise, she heads to the Caribbean. The 38-year-old medical librarian has been on more than a dozen cruises, and itineraries packed with a variety of tropical destinations in the region have kept her coming back. “What I really found enjoyable about

Florida City Ranks Among the Best Places to Travel for Halloween, Report Says

Spooky season is almost here and “haunted” cities across America are preparing thrilling parties and events for Halloween.To celebrate the holiday, The Weather Channel recently released a list of five of

2024's Top Travel Trend Could Be Getting a Good Night's Sleep

Good sleep is one of the hardest things to maintain during trips—especially during the best trips. When you're trying to take in everything there is to see, taste, and experience, sleep might move

36,000 Youngsters Born in 2005 Can Now Apply for Free Travel Passes to Discover Europe

A total of 36,000 young people born in 2005 can now apply for a free travel pass to discover Europe under the DiscoverEU Programme. The Commission launched the DiscoverEU autumn call on October 4, and this application round will end on October 18, meaning that youngsters will have two weeks

Paradise Escapes: South America's Top Islands For Peaceful Vibes

South America, a continent renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, unfolds a rich tapestry of natural wonders – from the verdant embrace of the Amazon rainforest to the majestic peaks of the Andes Mountains. Amidst this astounding diversity, lies a series of paradisiacal islands, strewn along

Coral Expeditions Unveils New 2024 - 2025 Expeditions

Coral Expeditions recently launched its comprehensive Expedition Atlas, which features an extensive guide of all scheduled voyages for 2023, 2024, and 2025. Come visit immersive adventures in Australia’s coastal wilderness regions, including the Kimberley, Cape York, Arnhem Land, outer Great

Delta’s Massive New LAX Terminal Is Now Complete—Here’s a Look Inside

It’s been years in the making—more than five to be exact—but at long last, Delta Air Lines passengers have a state-of-the-art 27-gate terminal at Los Angeles International Airport. In August, the Atlanta-based airline completed its $2.3 billion LAX project that began in 2018. The undertaking

A 600-Mile Road Trip Through the Black History of Mississippi

The Magnolia State is a destination abundant in Black History, serving as the backdrop to historical events critical to civil rights movements, the birthplace of music legends, and home to some of this nation’s most prominent leaders. The stories intertwined within the cities of Mississippi are coming to

This Castle in Upstate New York Was Just Voted One of the Best All-Inclusives in the Country

Mohonk Mountain House in Upstate New York is a hidden gem with captivating history, stunning architecture, and a range of experiences worth savoring. The resort offers outdoor enthusiasts a paradise with 85 miles of hiking trails, boating on Lake Mohonk, and a historic golf course with

Will a Potential Airline Strike Affect Affect Travel This Year? It Depends.

Following a summer of landmark picketing, negotiating and deal-reaching for some of America's pilots' unions, flight attendants are moving into the spotlight. Some groups of cabin crew are weighing a strike as they call for substantial salary increases and better working conditions

10 of the Very Best Beaches in New Zealand

With 15,000km (9320 miles) of coastline, New Zealand is heaven for beach lovers. Its diverse shores dish up everything from lazy days and blazing sunsets, to active adventures such as swimming, kayaking and surfing. Finding a great strip of sand in New Zealand is easy, but you can narrow down

Why This Trendy UK Destination Is Best Visited in Fall

Choosing a place to visit in the fall season can be a daunting task when so many already stunning countries become even more so as their leaves change to fiery reds, oranges, purples, and every other color imaginable. One country that has long been popular with travelers from all over is

First Televised Presidential Address

On October 5, 1947, President Harry Truman made the first presidential address broadcast by television. In 1947, however, only a few thousand Americans had televisions. Therefore, most Americans did not watch the

Sputnik

On October 4th, 1957, the Soviet Union launched the first Earth-orbiting man-made satellite. Sputnik I was the first in a series of satellites in the Sputnik program. Caught off-guard by the speed with which the Soviets

Avanti Introduces Two New Independent Travel Vacations, 10 New Hotels, and 19 NewTours in Panama; New Joint E-brochure, Microsite, Webinar, and Advisor Incentive with Visit Panama

Portland, Oregon, October 3, 2023 – Wholesale FIT* tour operator Avanti Destinations has expanded its offering for advisors’ independent travel clients going to Panama with two new customizable vacations, 10 new

Alaska Airlines Launches New Cross-Country Route for 2024

Alaska Airlines will expand its presence in San Diego next year, adding a new flight from the Southern California city to Atlanta. The new flight, which the airline plans to launch on May 16, 2024, will mark the 37th destination the airline flies to from San Diego, which Alaska said

A Weekend in Budapest: Travel Guide, Things to Do, Food and Drink

A "beautiful" city with a "unique vibe", said Let's Roam, Hungary's capital Budapest is "rising in popularity by the day". Located on the "mighty" Danube River, the "mysterious" and "ancient city of the Magyars" is one of the "most underrated" on the continent. A place where

How Trans Travelers Can Make the Most of Their Trips

Travel can be frustrating and complicated for anyone, but for transgender people there’s an entirely separate list of considerations to add. It can take some extra research and planning to make sure trans travelers are going somewhere they won’t be targeted during vacation

United Airlines Orders 110 Airbus, Boeing Jets in a Bet on Travel Demand

United Airlines (UAL.O) on Tuesday announced an order for 110 aircraft from Boeing (BA.N) and Airbus (AIR.PA) for delivery beginning in 2028 as it seeks to expand its international network. The Chicago-based carrier said its order is also intended to mitigate the persistent supply-chain logjam that has delayed

Bedbugs Have Taken Over Paris. What Should You Do if You’re Traveling There?

There’s something nasty going on in France. Paris is reporting a serious bedbug infestation that has taken over buses, the metro, theaters, and Charles de Gaulle Airport. Travelers and locals are sharing videos of these little critters crawling all over the capital city, which is wildly concerning with the Paris Olympics

The Best Airlines in the U.S.: 2023 Readers’ Choice Awards

Now in its 36th iteration, our annual Readers’ Choice Awards continues to capture the travel experiences our readers love best, from hotels and airlines to cruises, islands, and luggage. This year, you traveled farther and deeper; seeking out remote properties; sailing on smaller, more intimate ships; and prioritizing

Think New England Is the Only Place for Fall Foliage? Try California

Best U.S. states for fall foliage? Vermont and New Hampshire are the usual suspects. Yet the third-largest state’s mostly Mediterranean climate means a huge variety of deciduous trees, and elevation ranging from 14,000 feet to sea level produces a long season of color. Elevation, more than latitude, determines the

Japan Implements Visitor Tax Impacting Popular Attraction

A popular tourist attraction in Japan just got more expensive to visit. Travelers hoping to see Itsukushima Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, now have to pay a tax to visit the island of Miyajima, where the shrine is located. The tax, which took effect Sunday, was implemented in response to “administrative

State Dept: Passport Processing Now 2 Weeks Faster

After a record-setting year for issuing passports, the Department of State announced on Monday that it’ll now be able to issue them two weeks faster. Starting on Oct. 2, passport processing times will be eight to 11 weeks for routine service and five to seven weeks for expedited service. Processing times begin the day

4 Reasons Why Tourists Are Flocking To This Resort City In Mexico This Fall

Puerto Vallarta is one of the most sought-after destinations in Mexico. Having registered a record increase in tourism this year and high occupancy rates from January through July, it looks set for an even hotter fall as demand for off-season vacays grows. According to Sectur, Mexico’s leading Tourism Authority, Vallarta

The 9 Best Places to Visit in Fiji

Pristine white sand beaches, aquamarine waters, and a lush volcanic landscape – arriving in Fiji truly feels like you've discovered paradise. This far-flung archipelago, made up of more than 300 islands, has a rich culture with delicious food and a joie de vivre attitude at its heart. Start planning your trip now with

10 Best Hotels in Southern California You Should Book

Southern California, or SoCal, offers a glitzy and glamorous destination with sunny beaches, mountain peaks, and diverse flora and fauna for outdoor lovers. The article recommends ten hotels in Southern California based on careful research, considering factors like location, amenities, and positive reviews on

What You Need to Know About Hilton’s New Lifestyle Brand Tempo

With major hotel companies announcing new brands left and right, it's hard to keep up with all of them. But of all the announcements coming out in the last few years, few have been as exciting as Hilton's new Tempo by Hilton, designed to cater to "active, ambitious travelers." Last month, the very first Tempo hotel

This Gorgeous Santorini Resort Is One of the Best Hotels in Greece, According to T+L Readers

It took two days, in late August, to arrive on Santorini from Boston with two kids under 7, but we made it, seeking shade and a refreshing welcome spritz in Andronis Arcadia's serene lobby, a vision in neutrals. Perched at the top of a hill just outside of the island’s most attractive town — anyone who has ever

Immerse Yourself in Buenos Aires' Vibrant Culture at San Telmo Market

In a country predominantly recognized for its European heritage, the San Telmo Market stands as a vibrant and lively testament to Black culture in the heart of Buenos Aires. This bustling marketplace offers an immersive experience, celebrating the rich contributions of the Afro-Argentine community to the nation’s

Disney Wonder Review: What to Expect on the Disney Cruise Line Ship With the Coolest Itineraries

It took two days, in late August, to arrive on Santorini from Boston with two kids under 7, but we made it, seeking shade and a refreshing welcome spritz in Andronis Arcadia's serene lobby, a vision in neutrals. Perched at the top of a hill just outside of the island’s most attractive town — anyone who has ever

Celebrity Ascent Sea Trials Are Now Complete

Celebrity Ascent sea trials are completed and the line readying the vessel for its November debut. The ship spend the last part of September in the Bay of Biscay near the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in St. Nazaire, France undergoing multiple tests. The sea trials are the last major milestone in the construction

Inuit Hunters Blame Cruise Ships as Narwhal Disappear

To hunt the narwhal, whose long tusk was the unicorn horn of medieval myth, you need absolute silence. So much so that the Indigenous hunters of the Scoresby Sound in eastern Greenland forbid their children from throwing pebbles into the water lest they spook the spiral-tusked whales. Taught to hunt by his

Edgar Allan Poe

On October 3, 1847, the great American poet, critic, and novelist Edgar Allan Poe was found delirious on the streets of Baltimore, Maryland. It was election day, and he was dressed peculiarly in another person's clothing. He died four days later at Washington College Hospital on October 7th. The cause of death is unknown and mysterious. All of the medical records from his stay in the hospital disappeared. Many have speculated that Poe was the unwitting victim of "cooping" - a practice of

Carnival Cruise travelers are back onboard despite higher prices

Quarterly revenue for the cruise ship operator reaches a record high of $6.9 billion

Another Cruise Line Introduces Vegan Menus Fleetwide

Princess Cruises is introducing a new vegan menu with delicious gourmet options in the main dining room of all its ships

Cruising the Rhine: Cruise Lines and Popular Itineraries

The Rhine River is one of the most popular destinations for European river cruises. Check out popular Rhine cruise lines and itineraries at Cruise Critic

The Most Notable New Airline Routes This Week

Routes go to the heart of airlines and airports, and I celebrate them in my weekly newsletter

Japan Airlines Unveils a New First-Class Suite With a Double Bed

Japan Airlines just unveiled its luxe new first-class suites include a double-bed, enhanced entertainment system, and a privacy door

Could airlines be forced to stop charging for carry-on bags?

With various different hand luggage standards across airlines, it can be difficult to avoid hidden fees

The 24 Most Anticipated Luxury Hotel Openings For 2024

Despite an erratic global economy and war overseas, the luxury hotel business is booming and in record numbers

Top 10 African countries with biggest investments in hotel business in 2023

There are now 482 hotels with 84,427 rooms in the pipeline for the African hotel network

The Best Hotels in Barcelona

From Gothic Quarter gems to beachside boutiques, find Vogue's pick of the best hotels in the eternally beloved tourist city of Barcelona

Why This Underrated Destination In Mexico Is One Of The Top Cultural Hotspots This Fall

Mexico’s popularity as a tourist destination keeps increasing year after year as more travelers are drawn to the pristine coastal nature of its Pacific coast and the Caribbean-bounded Yucatán peninsula’s world-class amenities

How trans travelers can make the most of their trips

Travel can be a little more complicated for transgender people, but that doesn't mean they can't still find joy on vacation. Here's what to know

Paris battles bedbugs after sightings across city

Paris is fighting a bedbug infestation as the city struggles to tamp down the problem ahead of the 2024 Olympics

Iceland Will Soon Charge International Visitors a Tourist Tax

Starting in 2024, Iceland will collect a new tourist tax from international visitors to protect its nature and environment, which are impacted by the large number of tourists that visit the nation

From Mallorca to Bhutan: Making tourism sustainable

Local ecosystems have suffered under the weight of mass tourism. Can visitor number limits and sustainable practices help restore the balance

8 BEST Catamaran Tours in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

To catch a sunset, see whales, or enjoy time on the water, a Catamaran Cruise in Puerto Vallarta delivers! Here are the 8 top tours to choose

Avanti: New Tours of Panama, Crossroads of the Americas

Avanti introduces new hotels and tours in Panama, plus a new joint e-brochure, microsite, webinar and advisor incentive with Visit Panama

Traveling over the holidays? Now is the best time to book your flight.

The best time to book trips for the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays starts now and won't last for long, according to travel experts

Peanuts

On October 2, 1950, seven newspapers including the Seattle Times, the Washington Post, and the Chicago Tribune, ran the very first Peanuts comic strip written and illustrated by Charles M. Schulz. The strip and its

These Are the Top 5 Cities for Solo Travel According to New Report

You know what’s trendy right now in the tourism world? Solo travel. That’s right! What was once considered ‘strange,’ is now taking the world by storm. With 54% of adults thinking about taking a solo trip this year, it’s time to hop on board and start planning. A 36% increase

NYC Flooding Updates: Sewers Can’t Handle Torrential Rain; City Reels After Snarled Travel

New Yorkers on Saturday were reeling from one of the city's wettest days in decades, which flooded flooded subway stations, stranded dozens of buses and snarled travel in the city. The worst was over by afternoon Saturday after some continued rainfall in the morning, and

Travel Discounts: A Guide to Exclusive Savings for Professionals

Whether you’re a doctor, a teacher, or hold any profession requiring frequent travel, you’ll be pleased to learn that there are exclusive travel discounts tailored specifically to your needs. These discounts cover a wide range of expenses. They range from airfare tickets and hotels to

TSA Reminds Travelers to Not Put Their Pets Through Airport X-Rays

When it comes to packing for a flight, some travelers are checking off an extra furry box on their carry-on checklist, and it’s not their sherpa blanket! While pets may seem odd on a packing list, fur buddies inside of travelers’ carry-on luggage are more common than you may think

Destination Weddings Are More Popular Than Ever—Here’s Why, According to Planners and Travel Experts

While it’s usually true that there’s no place like home, that’s not necessarily the case for the rising numbers of brides and grooms who opt to hold their wedding celebrations in decidedly far-from-home destinations. According to Research and Markets’ 2023 Destination Wedding

The Best Times to Visit Turkey for Pleasant Weather, Lower Prices, and Beach Days

A crossroads of cultures, history, and climate, Turkey offers a little bit of something for everyone. Visitors are drawn to the rich history and architecture of Istanbul, the beaches of the Mediterranean coast, the adventure of the central mountains, the food and festivals throughout

How Do Passenger Ship Operators Meet Guest Expectations?

From the moment a guest steps onto a ship for the first time to the moment they disembark, they are looking for a quality onboard experience. However, the lines between what have been considered as luxury and standard services have become increasingly blurred, with

Is the Party Over? New Data Suggests Revenge Travel May Be Ending Soon

The era of unabated “revenge travel” may be coming to a close. New reports show that, after years of inflation and rising travel costs, travelers may finally be curtailing their travel plans. A new report by the research company Morning Consult shows that travel intentions are

JetBlue Airline Takes Legal Action Against Dutch Government’s Decision to Reduce Flights at Schiphol Airport

Schiphol Airport will have limited space for private jets as of March 31, 2024, due to the capacity declaration, which was approved by the Dutch government last month, despite all bodies and organizations’ strong opposition. The latest to have complained about the

The Great Gatsby in Spokane? See How This Historic Hotel Transports You to the Roaring 20s

Stepping foot into the ornate lobby of the Historic Davenport Hotel is like returning to the end of the Gilded Age. There’s a lot for the eyes to take in inside the sprawling Spanish Renaissance-inspired lobby: intricate gilded woodwork, a fireplace laced with gold leaf, an Italian marble

These Three Scenic National Parks Are the Best Places to Hike in November

November is the perfect time to hike in national parks. The stunning autumnal colors and crisp air make it an ideal time for outdoor activities. Grand Canyon National Park is a must-visit destination in November. Hiking the South Rim and exploring the historic buildings and

One of the World’s Best Wine Regions Is Hiding Where You’d Least Expect It

When you think of “wine country” you might think of places like Napa, Tuscany, and Bordeaux. But did you know that about two hours outside of Sydney, Australia, there is a beautiful wine region called Hunter Valley? Known for its varietals of Semillon and Shiraz, the Hunter

Here’s How to Eat Really Well on a Princess Cruise

As much as I love cruises for various reasons like convenience and ease, eating really well while sailing the high seas is sadly the exception, not the norm. So as someone who routinely travels with good food in mind, I made it my mission to figure out how to make the most of the

Washington National Cathedral

Construction on the Washington National Cathedral began on this date in 1907. Located at Wisconsin and Massachusetts Avenues in Washington, DC, the National Cathedral is a Gothic edifice belonging to the Episcopal

A Government Shutdown Could Have Long-Lasting Air Travel Consequences

Even a relatively brief government shutdown could exacerbate an ongoing air traffic controller shortage, with potentially serious operational and safety implications. Air travel is skyrocketing post-pandemic — the Federal Aviation Administration predicts more than 54,200 flights next

Airsprint Brings Private Jet Travel to Not-Quite-The-Masses

Very few people can afford to buy a private jet. At last count, before the pandemic hit, there were just 22,000-odd private jet operators in the world—a ruthlessly exclusive club of the top 0.0003%. It’s not hard to see why: The Embraer Praetor 500, which can carry eight passengers

These 15 Photos Capture the Beauty of Italy

Whether you prefer cliffside homes or palazzos on the canal, Italy offers beautiful architecture and buildings. Roman ruins, which draw tourists from all around the globe, spark the imagination and provide a glimpse at the structural achievements of civilizations past. The only thing more

4 Reasons Why Shoulder Season Is the Best Time for Travel

Many travelers plan their trips abroad during the peak or busy seasons of summer and winter. This can be fun for those much needed vacations of water skiing and snow boarding, but just because the seasons end does not mean that adventure seekers need to pack up those

US Air Travel System Facing a Double Blow of Disruptions at the End of the Week

The US aviation system is bracing for two simultaneous disruptions at the end of this week – a looming government shutdown and the expiration of a key aviation law. Officials say the double-barrel threat would result in millions of dollars in losses daily, scramble efforts to

Portugal Sets New Tourism Records in First 7 Months of 2023

In the first seven months of this year, Portugal has surpassed pre-pandemic figures, achieving record-breaking levels of overnight stays and tourism revenue compared to 2019, which was already a record year for Portuguese tourism. According to the government, the country

Venice’s New €5 Entry Fee Explained

Every day, Federica Chiuch, a Venetian resident and professional tour guide, takes visitors around Venice's landmarks. When she gets to Saint Mark's Square, home to Venice's cathedral and former government palace, she finds it hard to find a quiet spot to stop. "Between May and

Royal Caribbean to Teen Cruisers: Stay Out of This Area

In response to requests from some of its most loyal cruisers, Royal Caribbean has changed the age limit for the Solarium, the adults-only sun deck and pool area on its ships. The minimum age, which for years has been set at 16, will now be raised to 18. In a statement, Royal

10 Top Beach Destinations With The Best All-Inclusive Resorts To Book This Fall

In the quest for a sun-drenched escape featuring azure seas, pristine white sands, and just the right touch of vibrancy, the allure of an all-inclusive beach getaway with an abundance of gourmet meals and exquisite cocktails becomes the epitome of an ideal vacation. These

9 Experiences to Escape the Crowds in Sintra

Sintra, located about 30 km from Lisbon, is one of the most visited places in Portugal. The proximity to the capital and the beauty of this village and nature park make it a must-see destination, translating into millions of visitors a year. Yes, you read that right – millions. Taking into

Brightline Train Headed to Orlando Fatally Struck Pedestrian

Florida's high-speed Brightline passenger train service suffered the first fatality on its new extension to Orlando on Thursday when a pedestrian was struck in what appears to be a suicide. Overall, it was Brightline's 99th death since it began operations six years ago. A northbound

Best U.S. Cities For Vegetarians – Which Ones Have The Most Options

Vegetarian and vegan diets continue to gain popularity. The challenge for anyone following those diets, however, is that finding meatless options at restaurants and supermarkets can still be difficult. Then again, the good news is that the situation is changing as more

London is Having a Big Hotels Moment. These are the Six Openings of 2023 We’re Most Excited About

With so many luxury hotels opening in London this year, you’d be forgiven for forgetting about the fallout of Brexit, news of inflation, and the myriad other problems supposedly plaguing the capital of Britain. But if you pull back, all these high-end retreats arriving to the Big Smoke

Oceania Cruises Unveils More Than 100 Itineraries for 2025

The culinary and destination-focused luxury cruise line Oceania Cruises has released its 2025 Summer Voyage Collection – with over 100 diverse itineraries slated for 2025, giving discerning travelers amazing options for outstanding getaways. Oceania Cruises, renowned for its

What Does a Government Shutdown Mean for Cruises? Here’s What Travelers Need to Know

With the threat of a federal government shutdown looming, many Americans may be wondering what that means for them. A shutdown could start as soon as Oct. 1, and have a range of potential implications, including for student loans, disaster relief funding and travel. But not all

Group Travel Is Easier with Goway Groups Only’s New Journey to Success

Toronto, September 26, 2023: Booking a group trip for 10 or more travellers is easier than ever with the launch of Goway Groups Only’s Journey to Success. As one of the largest dedicated group divisions in

The Norman Invasion

For eight months in 1066, the Duke of Normandy's ships were prevented from sailing to England because of unfavorable winds. King Harold of England amassed his army early, but the long wait for the

What to Do if You’re Caught in a Disaster While Travelling

Planning a trip can be equal measures of excitement and stress with all those frenzied pre-departure jobs, from packing bags to finding passports. As hard as it is to quell that enthusiasm, it pays to spend a little time researching the potential risks your

A U.S. Government Shutdown May Be Approaching — Here’s How It Will Affect Travel

As the federal government inches closer toward a government shutdown, travel will remain largely the same for Americans if it indeed happens. However, in the event of a shutdown, travelers may feel the effects in various situations. This week, Transportation

Check Out the Arctic Circle Express Train in Norway

While travelers can’t physically see the Arctic Circle, the regions within its perimeter are home to stunning natural landscapes. Travelers can experience majestic valleys, towering, snow-capped mountains, and deep fjords across parts of Europe. With so much

Whenever IVF Sets Me Back, I Travel

I was sitting on the couch in my sweatpants, waiting for the phone to ring while pretending I wasn’t, when I got the call. “I’m so sorry, Annie,” my fertility nurse, Mio, said sympathetically. “Your embryo transfer didn’t work.” I can’t tell you what Nurse Mio said

Top 10 U.S. Airports With the Most Global Connections — See What Tops the List

London’s Heathrow Airport is, once again, the world’s most internationally connected airport, according to a new report. That designation comes from global travel data provider OAG’s Megahubs Index 2023, which is compiled every year. OAG’s flight data

Air Travel Demand Is Finally Softening, But In A Weird Way

At the start of the pandemic, many wondered if global travel would ever be the same, and if the airline industry would ever record. While demand hasn’t come back evenly around the globe, in the United States demand came back faster and stronger than most

Married, Divorced, Identity or Gender Change? Here’s When You Should Update Your Travel Documents

Our travel documents are a portal to experiencing other cultures, visiting friends, and embarking on epic adventures. They are also costly privileges. So, how serious is it to update them after significant life changes? For a seamless travel experience through security

I’m an American Mom Living in Italy: Here’s How to Best Visit Italy With Kids

I’m an American who’s been living in Italy for nearly 10 years and am often asked about visiting with children. First, let me say, that Italy is a country that loves kids. For example, it’s completely normal to bring kids into restaurants and essentially let them run loose

Where to Go, What to Eat, and Where to Stay in Mexico City's Roma Neighborhood

When it comes to cities that I’ll return to over and over again no matter what travel plans I have slated, Mexico City tops the list. The city has a magnetism to it—its stunning architecture, endless food options, and plentiful museums have annually called me back since

A Look Inside 1 Hotel Mayfair, London’s Newest Sustainable Hotel

London’s prestigious Mayfair neighborhood has welcomed a game-changer in the realm of luxury hospitality with the grand opening of 1 Hotel Mayfair on July 13, 2023. As the inaugural European property in the 1 Hotel’s mission-driven portfolio, this urban oasis

Grand Turk Cruise Profits Fall, Cites Drugs and Brawls

In recent years, the Grand Turk Cruise Center (GTCC) ratings have dropped, no longer qualifying the cruise port as one of the top destinations. That’s troubling news for the small archipelago that heavily relies on tourism. But a town meeting with Carnival

Ultimate Abyss: Royal Caribbean’s 10-Deck Cruise Ship Slide

At a time when waterslides were all the rage, Royal Caribbean put a new spin on the concept and pioneered the Ultimate Abyss — a dry slide that's taller than any waterslide at sea. Since then, other brands like Norwegian Cruise Line and MSC Cruises have taken the

The Best Us Dude Ranches to Live Like a Cowboy

With its fifth and final season making its way down the trail, Kevin Costner’s wildly popular Yellowstone – a Paramount Network series about a cattle-ranching family in the American West – continues to spark interest in the cowboy aesthetic. Looking to learn the ropes?

The First Model T

On this day in 1908, the first production Model T automobile left the factory at the Piquette Plant in Detroit, Michigan. Henry Ford's vision for an automobile for the masses was realized. Mass produced

US Allows Israeli Citizens to Travel to US Visa-Free as Israel Joins a Select Group of Countries

The Biden administration is admitting Israel into a select group of countries whose citizens are allowed to travel to the United States without getting a visa in advance. The decision announced Wednesday comes despite Washington’s concerns about the Israeli

This Small Arkansas City Has One of the Best Resorts in the South — And It’s on the Path of the 2024 Solar Eclipse

On Monday, April 8, 2024, umbraphiles across the country will make their way to Hot Springs National Park in Hot Springs, Arkansas. It’s one of the two official national parks — Ohio’s Cuyahoga Valley is the other — that will be within the total solar eclipse's path of

Most Europeans Support Digitalisation of Travel Documents & Facilitation of Travel, Commission Says

The Commission of the European Union has said that the Europeans have shown a positive attitude towards the digitalisation of travel documents and facilitation of travel. Such a statement from the Commission was made following the publication of the Special

Transformative Travel: 8 Enchanting Destinations That Are Sure to Spark Inspiration

If you ask us, travel shouldn’t just be a means to an end; going somewhere simply to say you’ve been. Rather, at its best, travel should inspire and challenge us, igniting feelings of self-discovery that are both unexpected and exciting. New sights, sounds, smells

State of Emergency Declared in Parts of Peru. Is It Safe to Travel There Right Now?

The districts of San Juan de Lurigancho and San Martin de Porras, both in Lima, and the northern district of Talara near the country’s border with Ecuador have been included in the state of emergency. Two other regions are already in place in La Libertad and

Could Air Travel Be Big Business for Corn Ethanol Farmers?

Ethanol has been good to corn farmers. But when everybody starts switching to electric vehicles, where's all that maize going to go? Corn farmers and ethanol makers have an idea: green jet engine fuel, Bloomberg reported. Ethanol is a fuel produced from biomass

These Restaurants in Barbados Offer a Romantic Ambiance

Barbados has a vibrant and evolving culinary scene. Similar to other Caribbean islands, it’s shaped by African, European and Indigenous influences. The result is an irresistible blend of savory meats, fresh seafood and more. Flying fish and coucou is the

No Sitting Permitted: What to Know About the Spanish Steps of Rome

The Spanish Steps in Rome have an international history and attract people from all over the world, making it a must-visit tourist spot. The landmark is named Spanish Steps because it is located at the bottom of Spanish Square, named after the Palace of Spain

Americans Can Fly Nonstop to Cabo From 23 U.S. Cities This Winter

Los Cabos is one of the hottest destinations in Mexico right now. This popular beach destination has been breaking all-time tourism records in 2023, and it’s easier than ever to travel there thanks to expanded flight connectivity from the United States. American

This National Park Begins Using Electric Shuttle Buses — Why It Continues Going Green

The park recently began using five new electric buses. The vehicles are replacing the park’s fleet of propane-powered buses. Some of those vehicles have been in service for more than 20 years. “The Zion Canyon Shuttle System has a bright future,” Jeff Bradybaugh

Lady Elliot Island: A Paradise Island Where You Make a Pledge

On Australia's Great Barrier Reef, tourists can play a role in an island's epic regeneration story. "Mantas!" Master Reef Guide Kirsty Whitman didn't need to tell me twice. Peering down through my snorkel mask in the direction of her pointed finger, I spotted a huge

Epic Cruise From Miami Will Have 55 Late Night and Overnight Port Visits

A cruise line has announced an epic new cruise from Miami in 2026 that will span 155 nights and have 55 late night or overnight port visits. Azamara, a small ship destination focused cruise line, has announced their 2026 world cruise that will depart from Miami

Holland America Line Reveals 2025 Canada and New England Voyages

Holland America Line’s 2025 Canada and New England Season showcases longer voyages, maiden ports, and a 25-day “Legendary Voyage” to Greenland and Iceland! “With Zuiderdam beginning in May, we will slightly increase our capacity in the region from

Two Islands Impose New Tax on Royal Caribbean Guests in 2024

Port authorities in the US Virgin Islands (USVI) approved a proposal to charge each Royal Caribbean Group cruise ship passenger a $5 fee to improve local port facilities. This fee will be implemented beginning January 1, 2024. Brands that follow under the Royal

Swiss Hospitality and Lakeside Luxury: The Ritz-Carlton Hotel de la Paix, Geneva

A longtime locus for luxury industries such as jewelry- and watch-making, not to mention its position as a nerve center of the diplomatic world and a base for nongovernmental agencies, Geneva is jam-packed with luxury hotels that host luminaries and officials

Princess Beatrice and Husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi Attend Opening of New Luxury Hotel the OWO

Princess Beatrice was among a host of royals and celebrities who gathered for the re-opening of London’s historic Old War Office (OWO) on Tuesday, welcoming its new era as a super-luxe hotel. Princess Anne, Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber and Italian tenor Andrea

Launch of the RMS Queen Mary

From 1934 to 1967, the RMS Queen Mary sailed the North Atlantic Ocean for the Cunard Line. The ship was named for King George V's queen consort. The Queen Mary and her sister ship, the RMS Queen Elizabeth, were

Group Travel Used to Have a Bad Reputation. Not Anymore

Often associated with traffic-blocking buses, screechy megaphones and overcrowded landmarks, group tours don’t exactly have the best reputation. But a new crop of travel companies is totally redefining the concept, catering to millennials and Generation Z. Leaving tour guide

Will a Government Shutdown Affect Air Travel? The Answer Is Complicated

A government shutdown looms as Congress remains in gridlock over extending funding past a major deadline. If a shutdown were to happen, most federal agencies would stop work, and most government workers would be furloughed, save for those who work in agencies deemed as

Stop by the Neighbors: What to Know About Driving to Canada From Michigan

Few experiences resonate with the spirit of being an American traveler quite like a quick hop across the border to Canada. Residents of Metro Detroit frequently cross over to Windsor, Canada, our close neighbor to the north for a friendly visit. Before you head across the border, here's

How Climate Change Could Affect Where and When People Travel

Travelers encountered many weather surprises this summer, from wildfires in Europe to knee-deep mud at Burning Man. Indeed, it was the hottest summer on record around the globe, according to the European Union’s Copernicus Climate Change Service. “The dog days of summer

American Express Travel President Talks About the Post-Pandemic Vacation Boom

Audrey Hendley, as the president of American Express Travel, is attuned to how trips have evolved in recent years and what vacationers are seeking on those getaways. The organization is one of the largest travel and lifestyle networks in the world and spans 7,000 travel consultants

Southwest Is Offering Major Travel Deals All Week

Southwest Airlines is fueling up for its popular Week of Wow sale, kicking things off on day one with significant savings on rental car bookings through the end of the year, and following that up with a half-off flash sale on select flights booked this week starting on Tuesday. According to

Breeze Just Added New Routes Between Florida and Illinois — and Fares Start at $49

Breeze Airways is continuing to expand with brand-new flights to Illinois, marking the first time the low-cost airline will fly to the state. ​​The flights will connect Springfield, Illinois, with both Orlando and Tampa and be flown twice a week, the airline shared with Travel + Leisure

This 4-hour Vintage Train Journey Through Virginia's Shenandoah Valley Is One of the Best Ways to See Fall Foliage

Fall in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley is second to none. The valley runs alongside the Blue Ridge Mountains and Shenandoah National Park and has more than its fair share of deciduous trees, including oaks, birch, poplar, sumac, and maple. When the weather cools, leaf peepers make

‘Poorly Behaved Tourists’: This Town Bans Visitors From Popular Instagram Location

Sorry, influencers, but you’re not welcomed here. A small Vermont town has shut down one of its most scenic roads due to the high volume of tourists trying to snap the perfect picture of the iconic New England fall foliage and disturbing the local residents. Sleepy Hollow Farm is a 115

Meeting Mumbai Again After a Life-Changing Loss

It is Mumbai in November, which is to say: hot. I have stood where I am standing many times before, in all eras of my life—as a baby wobbly on my own two feet, as a bespectacled kid with scraped knees, as an awkward teen tugging down the skirt that attracts too much attention, as

Adorable Cheetah Cubs Were Born at This Zoo — How You Can See Them

Smithsonian’s National Zoo & Conservation Biology Institute in Washington, D.C., has some exciting news. Five cheetah cubs were born recently and you can watch them on the Cheetah Cub Cam. Streaming live, the Cheetah Cub Cam features 8-year-old cheetah mother Echo

10 Best Ogunquit, Maine Hotels To Book This Fall For Unforgettable Memories

As summer gently fades, Ogunquit, Maine, reveals itself as a brilliant fall destination adorned in the rich golden hues of autumn. When the air turns crisp with a hint of wood smoke, and the leaves paint a breathtaking mosaic of reds, oranges, and yellows, this coastal sanctuary

Raise Your Glass at These Unforgettable Atlanta Speakeasies

Atlanta is a modern metropolis that is rich in lively nightlife, with no shortage of establishments where you can lounge and mingle with other like-minded souls. Popular among many are the city’s numerous speakeasies. These hidden bars have made a resurgence in recent years

New Ultra-Luxury Hotels Land in London — Can the Old Guard Survive It?

Brits may be reserved, but the best hotels of London built their reps on boldface names. Charlie Chaplin, Judy Garland, Babe Ruth and Marilyn Monroe all stayed at the suave Savoy, where Fred Astaire once tapped on the rooftop. Party animals like Brad Pitt, Mick Jagger and Whitney

This Las Vegas Resort, Made up of Three Hilton Hotels, Elevates Las Vegas Into a Luxury Destination

Las Vegas has long been a glamorous destination, home to luxurious spas, high-end cuisine options, and first-rate hotels and casinos. But the bustling city’s landscape was upped a notch in 2021 with the launch of Resorts World Las Vegas, the Strip’s first new resort in over a decade

Independence of the Seas Cruise Ship Review: What to Expect on Board a Freedom-Class Megaship

You can get a good preview of the cruise ahead of you by lingering at the pool deck buffet on embarkation day. At lunch on Royal Caribbean's Independence of the Seas, I sat a few tables away from a large group of women toasting each other with drinks before bursting out with "Girls

Cruise Ship Skips Port, Rescues Yacht Passengers

P&O Cruises Australia's Pacific Explorer assisted a yacht in distress on Sunday, September 24, 2023, rescuing one individual and remaining nearby to monitor the small vessel as the Fijian navy continued recovery efforts in poor weather conditions. A second individual aboard the

Captain Sentenced to Jail Over 2019 Danube Boat Collision

The captain of a Swiss cruise liner was sentenced to 5 and a half years in prison by a Hungarian court on Tuesday over a 2019 crash. Yuriy C., a Ukrainian national, was found guilty of negligence for his role in what has been called the deadliest shipping accident in Hungary's history

Sandra Day O'Connor Appointed to Supreme Court

President Ronald Reagan appointed Sandra Day O'Connor to the United States Supreme Court, the first woman to hold the position, on this day in 1981. A judge from Arizona, O'Connor was notable for her moderate political

Why You Should Be Traveling to Europe in Fall, Not Summer

It was the summer where everyone went to Europe. And now it’s fall, when the continent really comes into its own as the leaves – and visitor numbers – start to drop. A recent report from luxury travel network Virtuoso named Paris, London and Florence as the most booked cities for

This Less-Visited Region in Southern Greece Has Idyllic Coastlines, Stunning Beaches, and Almost No Crowds

On my first visit to the Peloponnese peninsula in southern Greece, I don’t remember what exactly prompted me to jump in a rental car and start exploring. I do remember the route: it was a narrow road through a quintessentially Greek landscape, bathed in spring afternoon sunlight

Black Travel: How to Get Involved

The beginning of James Baldwin’s love affair with Paris goes like this: In 1948 he bought a one-way ticket to the French capital, and only had $40 in his pocket. That’s how badly he needed to get out of the United States and get away from racism. Fast forward to 2023, Ron DeSantis’

Black-Owned Travel Company Offers Curated African Adventures

Jay Cameron is dedicated to introducing Americans to the rich culture and history of Africa. Through his travel company, Maximum Impact Travel, Cameron does just that. The company hosts group trips for travelers to experience the authenticity of the continent beyond what

Royal Caribbean Partners With Ponting Wines From October 2023

Royal Caribbean International has partnered with Ponting Wines to bring a selection of the label’s premium wines to cruises departing from Sydney and Brisbane in Australia from October 2023 to April 2024. Guests onboard Royal Caribbean’s Ovation, Quantum and Brilliance of the

The Best Black Sand Beaches In The World

Black sand beaches can be found scattered across the globe, offering travelers a unique coastal experience. These ebony shores, crafted by nature’s forces, are visually striking and steeped in cultural significance. Travel Noire, your ultimate travel resource, has curated a collection of

Passport Delays Are Still Long: Apply at Least 6 Months Ahead of Travel, Says State Department

Americans applied for U.S. passports in record volume in 2023 and passport processing delays are lengthy as a result. The State Department recommends applying for a passport at least six months ahead of travel or passport expiration. A routine passport now takes 10 to 13 weeks to

Iceland to Implement New Tourism Tax

Authorities in Iceland are planning to charge tourists who reach the country with a tax, Prime Minister Katrín Jakobsdóttir has confirmed, stressing that the tax will not be high. The new changes come as part of efforts to support climate as well as sustainability goals

Hong Kong’s Six Most Exciting Museums and Art Galleries

In Hong Kong, a city famed for its cultural richness, history and heritage, you're never far from a museum that tempts – whatever your passion, from visual arts to the more unusual. There's an interactive ocean centre and museums on space, railways and medical sciences

Here’s Why Airlines Weigh Passengers

Stepping on the scale can be stressful. So can air travel. Now imagine needing to weigh yourself before you can board your next flight. That's what Korean Air travelers flying domestically through Seoul's Gimpo International Airport (GMP) and Incheon International Airport (ICN) were

10 Best Hotels in This Beautiful Low-Key Caribbean Island

Nevis offers luxury travelers the pinnacle of luxury with its stunning hotels, private beach houses, and villas catering to every whim. The island's rich history is evident in its well-preserved plantation houses and historic sites, making it a prime destination for events and corporate

How Do You File a Travel Insurance Claim so It Won’t Get Rejected?

Air travel is chaotic. The aviation industry is in shambles due to increases in demand, labor shortages, and strikes in the U.S. and Europe. Although this summer was considerably better than the “travel apocalypse” of 2022, flight delays and cancellations are still giving passengers a

‘Massive’ Lack of Empathy Makes Things Tough for Disabled Travelers

Sean Baumstark said the damage to his walker could have been much worse, but he’s still annoyed by what happened on a Southwest Airlines flight. “This incident is child’s play compared to the many others, but it started with, first, my walker or rollator being left at the departure city,”

Cruise Line's Newest Ship Earns Perfect 100 During Surprise Inspection

Oceania Cruises’ newest cruise ship, Vista, has received a perfect score of 100 during its U.S.P.H. (United States Public Health) inspection. The inspection, which was carried out by the CDC on September 20, 2023, while the ship was docked in Boston, Massachusetts, covers a variety of

Nathan Hale Executed

On September 21, 1776, British forces on the island of New York captured American spy Nathan Hale who had slipped behind the enemy front to report on British movements. The city was in flames and the

Collette Announces Launch of Season 106

Pawtucket, RI (September 20, 2023) – Collette announces the launch of its 106th season of travel. North America’s longest-running tour operator celebrates its 106th year of operation with the introduction of

Air Travel Has a Serious Problem That Will Take Years to Fix

Last week, as weather and airline staffing woes roiled air travel yet again, fliers hoping for a post-summer respite got some unwelcome news: the air traffic controller shortage is so severe that it could hobble airline operations for the next five years—or

For Competitive Travelers, the World Is a Life-Sized Game of Risk

Hiding in plain sight behind the mainstream vacation scene, a small community of extreme travelers are embroiled in a never-ending, worldwide competition. They traverse the planet as quickly and thoroughly as possible, bouncing from wonder to wonder, enduring

This Georgia Mountain Town Is Home to a Scenic Railway and the Largest Apple Orchard in the Southeast

If you follow the Blue Ridge Mountains into North Georgia, you’ll come across the aptly named small town of Blue Ridge (population: 1,244). It may be small, but Blue Ridge has no shortage of things to do — or reasons to visit. Within the town’s 2.2 square miles

This U.S. Airport Ranked No. 1 for Customer Satisfaction, Study Finds

Amid a turbulent season of delays and cancellations impacting air travel, airline passengers are reporting a higher level of satisfaction with the overall airport experience itself. The findings come from the new J.D. Power 2023 North America Airport Satisfaction Study

Wondering Where To Stay In Boston? Start with These Neighborhoods

Boston is known for its small town feel but big metropolitan look. With plenty of public transportation and boroughs, Boston is easily accessible for all that visit the capital city of Massachusetts. While the proximity of Boston areas are convenient, the sheer amount of

Bright Ideas in Travel 2023

What constitutes a Bright Idea? Since launching this franchise last September, the Traveler team has continued to revisit and refine the concept to get at just what makes an idea worth celebrating. Is it, for instance, building something that’s never been done

Hilton to Install Tesla EV Wall Connectors — How Many Hotels Will Have Chargers

It can be challenging for electric vehicle (EV) owners planning a road trip to figure out where they can stay and also charge their vehicle overnight. While that was a problem, the situation is about to change dramatically. Hilton recently announced its agreement

Why One Of Mexico's Trendiest Cities Is Perfect For A Fall Getaway

Is there ever a bad time to go to Mexico City? Probably not. This sprawling megacity has seen millions of happy tourists visit this year. While many travelers clear out their schedule during summer, the fall season is the perfect time to escape to Ciudad de Mexico. The

The Best U.S. Cities to Experience 2024’s Total Solar Eclipse

The eclipse will pass over Mexico, the United States, and Canada on April 8, 2024. Here in the States, the eclipse will begin in Texas, traveling through cities within Oklahoma, Arkansas, Missouri, Illinois, Kentucky, Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, Vermont, New

Scenic and Serene: 12 Prettiest Beaches In Florida

Florida boasts some of the most beautiful beaches in the US, with pristine white sands, clear waters, and bird-watching opportunities. Marco Island's Tigertail Beach offers a mix of resorts, wildlife viewing, and boating adventures, making it a must-visit summer

Global Entry Could Get Even Faster With Mobile App in the Works

The popular service that makes it faster and easier to reenter the U.S., Global Entry, may soon be even faster and easier for members to use when returning to the U.S. on an international flight. U.S. Customs and Border Protection, which operates passport control and

Oceania Cruises’ Vista Earns Perfect U.S. Health Inspection Score

Oceania Cruises reports that its new ship,Vista, earned a perfect score of 100 on its most recent U.S. Public Health Inspection (U.S.P.H), conducted by the Center for Disease Prevention and Control ( CDC). The inspection occurred on September 20, 2023, while

Carnival Moving Another Cruise Ship to Texas

Carnival Cruise Line has announced plans to move another ship to Texas for the 2025-2026 season. Carnival Cruise Line will homeport Carnival Legend in Galveston starting in 2025. The cruise line will have four cruise ships sailing from Galveston when Carnival Legend

The Hobbit

On this day in 1937, J.R.R. Tolkien published The Hobbit, or There and Back Again. The story follows the character of Bilbo Baggins as he goes on a quest with other of the inhabitants of Middle Earth to capture

What Would a Government Shutdown Mean for Travel? Here’s What to Know

Members of Congress are still in discussions about Washington’s next funding bill, but as gridlock continues, the country is inching closer to another government shutdown. The good news, if it happens, is it’s unlikely to have a huge impact on any travel plans you may have, so you’ll

No, ETIAS Won't Become Operational in 2024, EU Sources Say

The European Union has once again postponed the launch date of the European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS), EU sources have confirmed. While so far, the EU has continuously claimed the ETIAS would become operational by mid-2024, an EU official has

Buttigieg Warns Shutdown Would Set Back Progress on Air Travel

At a House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee hearing, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg warned a potential government shutdown would set back progress the department has made on air travel. At Wednesday’s hearing, committee members sought information

This Little-Known Peninsula in Maine Is One of the Best Places to Eat in the U.S. Right Now

I heard it from more than one person: this was unusually clear weather for Deer Isle, the craggy, granitic spit of land connected by suspension bridge to mid-coast Maine’s Blue Hill Peninsula. When, on Labor Day Weekend, my husband, two kids, and I pulled up to Aragosta at Goose

Delta Unveils New Domestic Routes to West Coast Beaches, National Parks, and Mountain Towns

If you’re already thinking ahead to next summer, you’re not alone. Recently, Delta Air Lines announced a slew of new, returning, and expanded flight routes, many from its Atlanta hub to popular destinations in the American West, slated to kick off in summer 2024. Ready to start

7 Trending Destinations This Fall, From Japan to Buenos Aires

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Air travelers’ satisfaction with North American airports was down significantly in 2022 due to a reduced number of flights, a high number of flight cancellations, and crowded airport terminals. However, despite record-high passenger volumes, an ongoing pilot shortage that reduced

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As the leaves begin to change and the air turns crisp, music enthusiasts across the globe eagerly anticipate the arrival of fall. It’s a season of transition when summer’s energy mellows into a symphony of colors. The world comes alive with the promise of new adventures. For those

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I hate to break it to you, but just because you’re in Rome, it doesn’t mean you’re guaranteed to eat well. In fact, while the main piazzas in the historic center are beautiful to look at, many of the restaurants right on them are tourist traps that serve subpar food and charge a premium

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Things might be better than they were a week ago, but it appears to still be a case of hit-or-miss mayhem at MGM Resorts following a "cybersecurity issue" the company acknowledged earlier this month. MGM Resorts late Tuesday night posted to its X, formerly known as

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The desert state of Nevada is a stunning region if one is keen to get out and start exploring its many state forests and mountains. The state has a surprising amount to offer, like the Hoover Dam and the chance to see UFOs (sic) on the Extraterrestrial Highway to Area 51. But the

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Choosing a hotel can sometimes be the defining factor that can make or break a trip. Location, facilities, helpfulness of staff – there are many factors that determine what makes a hotel good or bad, and these factors can vary from traveler to traveler. However, when a hotel has

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The number of cruise passengers flooding the small town of Sitka, Alaska, has left a group of residents clamoring that a cruise passenger limit be imposed. This past summer, cruise ships transported around 560,000 visitors to Sitka, breaking last year’s record and doubling the number

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Last month, Carnival Cruise Line announced the opening dates and name for their new port opening in The Bahamas, Celebration Key. While we don’t know a lot about this new port being built specifically for Carnival cruise ships, we do know that it will open in July 2025. Celebration

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Tyler Tuipulotu was on a flight from Maui to Oahu on Aug. 19, about a week and a half after the deadliest wildfire in recent U.S. history displaced thousands of residents, killed more than 100 and swallowed the historic Lahaina town in flames. Raised in Lahaina, Tuipulotu was

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Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania might just be the next big hiking destinations. For if the Baltic states lack mountain ranges for summit collectors, and though long, dark winters are better suited to sauna sessions than open trails, the largely rural region is home to almost endless forests

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Holland America Line is elevating their dining experience by unveiling a new Fresh Fish Program that extends beyond the plate! This groundbreaking project sources 80 varieties of fresh fish from a global network of 60 ports, ensuring that guests at all of their restaurants can

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Congaree National Park is perhaps one of the most underrated national parks in the US, hidden between popular attractions like Myrtle Beach and the New England region’s stunning fall foliage scenic hikes. Thankfully for visitors, this hidden gem status means fewer crowds to compete

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Travel + Leisure Co. And Sports Illustrated Launch New Resort Brand for College Towns

Bama Rush is no longer just for TikTok. Travel + Leisure Co., the membership travel brand formerly known as Wyndham Destinations, is rolling out a new offering tied to college sports fans who want game day to last from check-in through check-out. The membership travel

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Few things can put a damper on pre-cruise excitement like having your bag flagged by security. Much like airplanes, there are a number of items you cannot bring on a cruise ship. Some may seem obvious – such as illegal drugs or firearms – but others may surprise first-time

This World-Class Airport Will Soon Go Passport-Free

Traveling through one of the world’s best airports is set to get even smoother next year. Starting in 2024, officials say Singapore’s Changi Airport will introduce automated immigration clearance, which will allow passengers to depart the city-state without passports, using only

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Have you ever wanted to be Emily in Paris? Now you can. Dharma, a travel startup that specializes in unique, hosted trips, announced a partnership Wednesday with MTV Entertainment Studios to let you see the City of Light like the namesake of the hit Netflix show. “We crafted

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Had I stepped into a scene from “Planet of the Gulls”? The sky resonated with the sound of flapping wings, and groups of the birds shrieked and stalked among the shrubs on a rocky beach at Block Island National Wildlife Refuge. A fuzzy, freckled gull chick emerged from a bayberry

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Mexican railroad operator Ferromex has temporarily suspended operations of 60 trains on northbound routes, the company said on Tuesday, after nearly half a dozen deaths or injuries of migrants using the cargo trains to travel. Ferromex, owned by conglomerate Grupo Mexico

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ndia warned its citizens to “exercise utmost caution” in Canada, deepening the diplomatic rift between both countries after Prime Minister Justin Trudeau went public with claims that New Delhi orchestrated the extra-judicial slaying of a Sikh separatist in Canada. The Canadian

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10 Best Hotels in Marathon, Florida, You Should Book This Fall

Marathon offers beautiful islands in the Keys with excellent fishing and water sports opportunities, along with laid-back charm and captivating beaches. This article provides a list of top-rated hotels in Marathon that offer a range of accommodations and amenities to suit different

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Can you fly without an ID? If you have to ask, you're probably finding out the hard way. But what really happens if you lose your ID before a domestic flight—or show up to the airport, only to realize it isn't in your wallet? How about the too-late epiphany that your driver's license has

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The woman who climbed the Trevi Fountain to refill her plastic water bottle. The substance-impaired Michigan man who walked off the trail into a restricted area and a boiling geyser in Yellowstone National Park. The Swiss teen who carved her initials into the Colosseum, only

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On September 19, 1991, two German tourists were hiking through the Otztal Alps on the border between Austria and Italy. In a receding glacier, the couple spotted the body of a man. They contacted authorities who assumed the corpse to be of recent origin. Onlookers touched the body and in some instances actually removed pieces of clothing, contaminating the find. In a morgue in Innsbruck, the true nature of the discovery was learned. Current estimates are that "Otzi" was approximately 45 years of age at his death more than

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Travel group TUI (TUI1n.DE) on Tuesday confirmed its full-year results were on track to "increase substantially", citing a strong summer and an increase in winter bookings, easing investor concerns about the impact of extreme weather

This travel company’s new carbon labeling program will give you the toll of your jet-setting ways

Tour operator Intrepid Travel has calculated the emissions for 500 of its most popular trips–and is putting the info front and center

Amtrak Adds $20 ‘Night Owl’ Routes — Which Cities Are Served

Amtrak has exciting news for anybody who doesn’t live in the area but wants to attend evening plays, concerts, and sporting events in Boston and New York

American Queen Voyages Reveals Fall Flash Sale

American Queen Voyages is reintroducing its much-awaited Fall Flash Sale! For specified sailings in 2023, passengers can avail themselves of savings of up to $4,000 and “Your Choice” onboard credit worth $200. The flash sale will run for three days until September 21, 2023

Delta Just Announced New Routes for Summer 2024

Delta Air Lines just announced it is launching a few interesting routes starting service next summer, and it is also bringing back some long-abandoned ones. Tickets are already on sale

Marriott International Signs Agreement to Build Three Properties in Indonesia

Marriott International, Inc. announced it has signed a Hotel Management Agreement with Indonesian real estate developer, PT. Pakuwon Jati Tbk. to open three properties in Indonesia’s new capital city, Ibu Kota Negara Nusantara. The multi-deal agreement

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Bangkok Airways is the latest airline that is asking its passengers to step on a scale before boarding. Here's why

Carnival Cruise Line quietly phases out a cruise ship staple

Carnival Cruise Line (and Royal Caribbean) cruise ships have generally offered a small library where readers could drop off a book when they finish it and grab another that a passenger has left behind. The brand's loyalty ambassador John Heald was recently asked about ship libraries on his Facebook page

Secondhand Market: Over 20 Cruise Ships Looking for New Operators

According to the Cruise Ship Secondhand Market Report by Cruise Industry News, 23 cruise ships are currently laid up in different parts of the world

Artificial Intelligence Rapidly Making Inroads in Hotel Industry

The growing prevalence of artificial intelligence and predictive software technology has raised interest and some questions in the global hotel industry. A big question is whether hotel revenue managers are still relevant

Airbnbs in NYC are disappearing. Here's what could happen to hotel prices

The travel industry website Skift estimates Airbnb short-term listings in New York City dropped 77% from June 4 to Sept. 10, likely sending many in search of new accommodations

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It’s great news for businesses and travellers alike that travel has returned to pre-pandemic normality, and many of us are holidaying again. However, overtourism is having a dire impact on many popular destination, and some places have been forced to implement measures to control tourist numbers

Seven Cultural Experiences To Have Before Leaving Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico is an incredible travel destination. The Caribbean island is unique in its heritage and culture with a diverse array of excursions

This Tiny Caribbean Island Town Is the World's Most Expensive Travel Destination

A new study came up with a list of the most expensive travel destinations in the world, taking into consideration attraction reviews, average daily rates, transportation costs, and average food costs

10 spectacular Scottish castles that everyone should visit

Scotland’s castles deliver drama, history – and even the chance to stay the night. Now is the perfect time to visit

Want an October break? The best places in Europe for autumn colours

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How do you find the latest Hawaii tourism buzzwords? Are you on board or do you find them insulting?

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The historic banyan tree in Lahaina, Hawaii, is showing signs of new growth and possible recovery after it was burned in last month's wildfires

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On September 18, 1837, Charles Lewis Tiffany founded a small jewelry and silver company in New York City which he termed a "stationery and fancy goods emporium." Tiffany designs quickly became popular among the families

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Two Tampa women are stranded in Mexico after a hit-and-run on scooters. Now, their families are desperate to bring them home. Maria Ortega said her daughter, Natalia and Natalia's partner, Ashley, left on Monday for their first cruise together from Port of Tampa. The next day, Ortega received a call

Finland Is Testing the World's First Digital Passport Screening

Just like airline boarding passes and public transit tickets, our passports might soon make the leap to our personal devices—and turn our beloved stamp collections into a relic of the past. While the concept of digital passports isn't entirely new, the full digitization of passports is, and Finland—which

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There’s a secret to shorter lines at Walt Disney World and Disneyland, and it has nothing to do with Genie+. Limited capacity, after-hours events at both resorts allow guests to experience the parks in a completely different way. Not only are there shorter waits for rides, but many also offer event

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When Essence Griffin started working as a flight attendant in 2022 she was thrilled. Griffin was in her early 20s and desperate to see the world. The years stuck at home during the pandemic had “lit a fire” inside her. “I really wanted to travel,” she tells CNN Travel. “I was like, ‘I’ve got to get out, and

Visa or Vaccines? How to Know Your International Travel Requirements

Almost all of us have dreamed of going to destinations such as a safari in Africa, the Himalayas in Asia, or the crystal clear beaches of Bora Bora in French Polynesia. However, every time we think about trips to an international destination, many times we give up the idea because it could be very

25 Best Things to Do in Florence, Italy

If a European getaway — the type where you spend your days museum hopping, visiting historical sites, drinking wine, and doubling your usual daily step count — sounds like your ideal next adventure, it's time to book a trip to Florence. The capital of Italy’s Tuscany region, Florence is

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I’m out of breath and panting, somewhere near Heidelberg, a historic German city located near the foothills of the Odenwald. My cycling group and I are pedaling toward Schwetzingen Palace, renowned for its Versailles-like gardens, about six miles away from our ship docked along the Rhine

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Santa Fe, New Mexico, is known for its thriving arts scene, which includes museums and art galleries as well as music, dancing, and opera performances. Then again, it’s also recognized for being home to some of the best mountain biking and hiking trails in the country. Now, leveraging its location in

5 Reasons to Visit This Paradise Island in the Bahamas This Fall

The Bahamas boasts beautiful white sand beaches and crystal clear waters that are unbelievably blue. There are nearly 700 islands in the Bahamas, but only 30 of these are inhabited. If you are trip planning, there is one paradise island in particular that you should be paying attention to this fall

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Travelers arriving in Chile from neighboring countries often have the same first reaction: shock. It’s not the height of the Andes, the size of the glaciers or the barrenness of the desert – though those also surprise – but rather the cost of living. Chile is South America’s second-wealthiest nation by GDP

10 Best Outdoor Adventures to Try This Fall Around the World

Fall offers a diverse palette of outdoor adventures, from kayaking along the Italian coastline to witnessing the Northern Lights in Norway. New England's forests transform into a mesmerizing kaleidoscope of colors during the Fall, providing a tranquil and refreshing atmosphere. From hot air

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Aspen is a world-renowned destination for those seeking luxurious mountain escapes. Nestled amidst the scenic Rocky Mountains, it is a winter wonderland unlike any other. From skiing and snowboarding to spa treatments and elegant dining experiences, Aspen has something to offer

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Marco Polo was a merchant trader, not an explorer. However, the Venetian's family traveled far and wide during the later thirteenth century, earning them great acclaim as explorers. The Polos journeyed to China over the Silk Road and

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In 2019, on a trip to the Bahamas with my mom and sister, my flight turned into an uncomfortable ordeal. My seat belt wasn’t long enough to fasten, and a fellow passenger's visceral reaction added to my discomfort. I repeatedly asked the flight attendant for a seat belt extender and was ignored until

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Prior to the pandemic, a slowly growing number of U.S. airports had started allowing visitors to do something they used to be able to do regularly in the pre-9/11 era of air travel: meet and mingle at the terminal gates, see their friends and family take off, or welcome loved ones with a warm embrace right

US Air Travel Suddenly Slows as Airlines Socked With Triple Whammy

Several U.S. airlines are reporting a sharp decline in consumer travel demand at a time when lower fares, pricier jet fuel, and more seats entering the market are complicating the financial outlook. Ultra-low-cost airlines Spirit and Frontier are predicting losses for the third quarter. Frontier said Wednesday

Travel Experts Weigh In on Delta Skymiles Sweeping Changes for 2024

Delta Air Lines recently announced it is "simplifying its SkyMiles Program," prompting backlash from travelers who have been loyal to the airline for years. Travelers sounded off this week in the company's social media comments sections, expressing disappointment with the sweeping policy changes, which

This 900-mile Amtrak Route Takes You to Some of the Best Music Cities in the U.S.

Amtrak may be best known for its commuter rails through the Northeast Corridor and down the California coast, however, it’s time for train travelers to get to know more of its routes. Including the epic City of New Orleans train, which takes travelers through some of America’s best music cities in one

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In New York City, upscale accommodations are a dime a dozen, with every major hospitality company putting forth their best in show. But this fall, a new independent property, The Fifth Avenue Hotel, is set to invigorate the Manhattan hotel scene by breathing life into a historic property. Set to open on

In Praise of the Airport Shower

The juxtaposition of the words “airport” and “shower” do not automatically instill confidence, nor confer the promise of satisfaction. Yet, like caviar and potato chips, certain seemingly incongruous combinations deliver all the more magic because of how unexpected they may appear at first glance

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Sutton Lynch rises most days before the sun, arriving at Atlantic Beach in Amagansett, N.Y., for the early-morning calm. It’s the same beach he’s been going to since he was a child, and where he worked as a lifeguard for years as a teenager. Now 23, he spends his mornings surveying the horizon. When

The 7 Best Hotels in Cabo: Luxurious Retreats for Your Next Mexican Getaway

Cabo San Lucas, nestled at the tip of Mexico’s Baja California Peninsula, beckons travelers with promises of sun-kissed beaches, vibrant nightlife and a rich tapestry of experiences waiting to be explored. Beyond its natural beauty and bustling streets, Cabo boasts a collection of exceptional luxury

Piraeus, An Athens Alternative for Cruisers

Every port city has Its day in the sun and none shine brighter than Piraeus, Greece. No seafaring sailor is worthy of the title without a call on this ancient port sometime in his career. Of course Athens gets its fair share of the Aegean spotlight, but without Piraeus it would be landlocked for cruise guests. It

Hideaway Beach at CocoCay Will Open in January 2024

Royal Caribbean formally introduced Hideaway Beach on Thursday, an adults-only escape on Perfect Day at CocoCay in The Bahamas. It will be available starting January 2024, as an adults-only experience on the private island. At Hideaway Beach, adults will enjoy the ultimate kid-free island

History Buffs: Seaside Plymouth Is A Great Alternative To Salem During The Fall Season, Here's Why

Plymouth, Massachusetts is an excellent alternative to Salem for a culture-filled fall trip. Visitors can immerse themselves in the region's history and enjoy the beautiful fall foliage and hiking opportunities. Only Jamestown rivals Plymouth's historical significance. Plymouth is famous for being the landing

Europe's Next Big Beach Destination Is More Affordable Than Croatia, Less Touristy Than Greece

The droves of tourists elbowing each other through Greece and Croatia are too busy boarding packed ferries and waddling through sweaty crowds to notice the other country right there, sandwiched

America’s First Free Black Settlement Will Soon See Reconstruction — Where It’s Located

St. Augustine, Florida, is known for its 42 miles of pristine Atlantic beaches. Since St. Augustine is located on Florida’s Historic Coast and was founded in 1565 by Spanish explorers, it’s equally famous for its numerous historical sites. One of those sites is the first legally sanctioned free Black community

American Cruise Lines’ Susan Shultz-Gelino Retires: Melissa Young Joins the Rapidly Growing Cruise Line

GUILFORD, CT—September 13, 2023—American Cruise Lines announced today that Susan Shultz-Gelino, Vice President of Trade Relations, has retired after several decades with the company. A highly respected industry veteran, Susan

Autism Awareness Makes Travel Accessible for More Families

"Every time we were traveling, we were having bad moments – complaints and fights, all kinds of insults that you can't imagine," said Flavia Callafange, who is the mother to a 14-year-old daughter named Felicia. Felicia has autism, and is an extremely friendly and high-energy person. Her mother

New Luxury Immersive Trip Covers Norway — From The Coast To Urban Centers

Up Norway, a luxury travel curator, has a new offering for travelers who want to immerse themselves in local life while exploring Norway. The new Coastal, Rural, and Urban Norway Journey begins in Trondheim. It travels along the Golden Road of Trøndelag region and continues so travelers can visit

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Imbibing is popular, but alcohol isn’t necessary to have a great vacation. That said, the pressure to drink is palpable. With all the temptation, it can be challenging for the most disciplined person to stay on track. Over the years, the sober movement has picked up steam. Mocktails and non-alcoholic

In Rome, It’s Luxury vs. Squalor

On a recent June evening, guests in the magnificent dining room of the Palazzo Vilòn feasted on a Baroque-themed dinner amid centuries-old mirrors painted with cherubs, inlaid marble floors and a ceiling so lavish, the table’s surfaces were mirrored to savor the frescoes. The interior designer

This Is the Happiest State in the U.S., According to a New Survey

How happy are you, really? If you live in Utah, apparently, you’re the happiest. WalletHub released its annual "Happiest States in America" report, showcasing which states have the “highest satisfaction with life.” “Even though people across the U.S. are facing difficult times, the state in which you live

Luxury Cruise Ship Freed After Running Aground in a Greenland Fjord

A luxury cruise ship that ran aground off Greenland’s eastern coastline earlier this week has been successfully freed, Denmark’s military Joint Arctic Command said on Thursday. The Ocean Explorer – carrying 206 passengers and crew – ran aground in Alpefjord on Monday. The JAC said the cruise ship

This 19-day Train Trip Takes You Through Some of Canada's Most Spectacular Fall Foliage

The crisp air is starting to creep in, calling on us all to unpack our warm mittens, fuzzy hats, and oversized sweaters to enjoy the changing of the season. Specifically, to get out and see the dazzling display of fall foliage. But this year, rather than experience the same old places, Canada Train

Celebrity Edge in Australia

Celebrity Edge is spending the summer cruise season in local waters this year, the first time one of the Edge class ships has been seen in our part of the world. The successor to Celebrity Cruises' incredibly popular Solstice class vessels wowed cruisers when it debuted in 2018, with a host of flash

EU Parliament’s President Calls for Urgent Action on Ukraine’s EU Accession

The European Council meeting of December must be about enlargement, the European Parliament President, Roberta Metsola, said, emphasising that the European Union must open accession negotiations with Ukraine in the same month. Metsola said that regarding the date, the EU must be

What It’s Like Being a Butler at a Luxury Las Vegas Resort

Everything about Las Vegas feels indulgent, from the glittering lights on the Strip to the cacophony of casino slot machines and all-you-can-eat buffets. However, perhaps nothing in Las Vegas is more indulgent than the luxury hotel suites that sit high above the Strip. These suites can cost more than

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Deciding where to retire as a traveler can be a challenge, especially when the list of qualities you’re looking for in a destination is long. Affordable housing, pleasant weather, and access to medical care are likely all factors to consider when deciding to spend the golden years abroad. But what about

United Airlines Opens New Club at Denver International Airport

United Airlines is opening its largest club for the airline at Denver International Airport. The 35,000-square-foot club is located in the B Concourse at DIA. The club, located near gate B44, offers beer flight boards featuring a seasonal rotation of premium local and craft beers. It's the largest club in

FBI Investigates Cybersecurity Issue at MGM Resorts While Casinos and Hotels Stay Open Across Us

Casino operator MGM Resorts International said Tuesday that resorts are open and an investigation is continuing after what it called a "cybersecurity issue" led to the shutdown of computer systems at company properties across the U.S. The FBI characterized the investigation as ongoing but Special

President William McKinley Dies

On this day in 1901, President William McKinley, Jr. died, eight days after being shot by an assassin at the Pan-American Exposition in Buffalo, New York. McKinley was the 25th President of the United States, and the last veteran of

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During the war of 1812, Francis Scott Key was a prisoner aboard a British war ship anchored in the Chesapeake Bar during the Battle of Fort McHenry. He boarded the ship under a flag of truce to secure the release of prisoners

This Stunning Country Was Voted One Of The Best For Solo Travel

You know what’s exciting? Travel is back in full swing and new travel trends are emerging now more than ever. People have realized it’s okay to live life on their own terms, and it’s a thrilling time to be a travel lover! Solo travel is a big trend that’s taking the world by storm right now. Men, women, even

After the Earthquake in Morocco, Tourists Grapple With the Ethics of Travel

Some of the world’s most popular tourist destinations — Turkey, Greece, Hawaii and, now, Morocco — have been ravaged by disaster this year, with earthquakes, wildfires and floods razing entire towns and villages, killing residents, and destroying or damaging cultural monuments. The series of catastrophic

Why You Should Always Print Your Boarding Pass

Window or aisle seat? Carry-on or checked bag? Three hours early or right on time? Air travel is full of polarizing decisions, and that includes whether to print your boarding pass or use the mobile version. So, which type of boarding pass should you use? The answer is more complicated than you might

The Unexpected Past—and Present—of Gay Paris

The fact that I wanted to stay at the Hôtel de Crillon in Paris because of the French TV show Dix Pour Cent tells you a lot about me as a lesbian. In the penultimate episode of the series, aired as Call My Agent! on Netflix, Sigourney Weaver travels to Paris to meet with producers for a film role and stays at

Could Ultra-Cheap Flights in Europe Be a Thing of the Past?

Ultra-cheap flights could be banned in Europe if a forthcoming proposal is approved by the EU: Officials in France want to set a price minimum on airfares across Europe to help reduce carbon emissions. France’s transport minister, Clément Beaune, said in late August that he plans to propose a ban on

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Thousands of visitors are making the trek to Hawaii Island to witness Kilauea’s “dramatic” eruption, according to the National Park Service. The volcano, considered to be one of the most active in the world, began erupting Sunday afternoon “in its summit crater with multiple lava fountains feeding a

Sail the Nile River with Viking Cruises in 2026

Viking Cruises’ newest ship,Viking Sobek, is now available for booking starting today for its Pharaohs and Pyramids itinerary, a 12 day journey through the Nile River. Viking’s 2024 Egypt season was a success for Viking Cruises. Both 2024 and 2025 seasons have nearly sold out! The strong demand has

Cruise Line Adding 130 New Dishes in Restaurants on Next Ship

A cruise line is creating more than 130 new dishes on their next new cruise ship that is promising to set the standard for fine dining at sea. Regent Seven Seas Cruises, one of the world’s finest luxury cruise lines, is creating over 130 new dishes that will be featured in the restaurants on their next new

What to Do If an Earthquake Hits While You Are Traveling

It can happen anytime, anywhere. On September 8, 2023, an 6.8-magnitude earthquake rocked Marrakech in Morocco. Rescue efforts are ongoing, but as per latest reports, more than 2,800 have been killed and 2,500 are injured. It is the deadliest earthquake in over six decades and Spain, the UK

10 Of The Least-Crowded Towns To Visit In Virginia To See Fall Foliage

Experience the breathtaking beauty of fall foliage in Virginia's lesser-known towns for a more intimate and peaceful encounter with nature. Explore charming towns like Amherst, Waynesboro, and Staunton with their historic streets, vibrant foliage, and plenty of outdoor activities. Take in the stunning views of

What to Know About New Resort Fees at Some Hawaii Hotels

In theory (according to hotels, anyway), resort fees should help hotel guests save money. Rather than charging individually for amenities like pool towels, beach chairs and entertainment, some hotels group these fees into one fee that is added to your room rate. In reality, resort fees have become a thorn in

Travellers to Venice Now Need to Pay a €5 Day Tourist Charge & Pre-Book Their Visit

Italian authorities have given their final approval for a trial period in which visitors will be required to pay €5 a day to enter Venice’s historic centre. This upcoming tourist ticket system is planned to be implemented starting next spring. In this regard, any person aged 14 or over will be required to pay

The Re-Discovery of the Lascaux Caves

On September 12, 1940, four teenagers and their dog were exploring the hills near their home village of Montignac, France. They discovered the entrance to a cave and walked into its interior. On the stone

Southwest Is Making It Easier to Score a Companion Pass For 2024 — Here’s How

Southwest Airlines is making it easier to earn one of the carrier’s sought-after Companion Passes for next year by making rewards worth more. Travelers who fly through Nov. 30 will now earn double Companion Pass qualifying points on their flights, according to

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As more travelers opt for simplified, stress-free vacations, the number of all-inclusive hotels and resorts is increasing, with properties for every travel style, budget, and destination. Many major hotel brands — including Marriott, Hilton, and Hyatt — are adding all

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Various MGM Resorts International properties across the U.S. on Monday faced a "cybersecurity issue" that caused the gaming giant to temporarily shutter computer systems across the country. The issue first began Sunday, the Associated Press reported. The

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In a move that’s sure to please everyone concerned about the environment, Amtrak and the Washington Department of Transportation have announced they will replace a diesel-powered bus with an electric vehicle for part of the popular Amtrak

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Don’t be fooled by its mellow, slow-paced island lifestyle and pristine beaches, the Marshall Islands is a fascinating place with a rich ancient culture, dark history and uncertain future. Located between Hawaii and Australia, the country is one of the world’s youngest

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On September 8, 2023, a devastating earthquake took place in Morocco, killing thousands of people and injuring thousands more. Many in the country’s mountainous communities are still unable to access communication, medical help, or supplies from the outside

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Thirty-five high school seniors from Whippany Park High School in New Jersey showed up at the airport for a summer trip to Italy to an unpleasant surprise: their plane tickets had never been purchased, even though they had paid for them. The trip, called “The Jewels of Italy,”

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It was a ruff flight. A New Zealand couple is demanding a refund after they spent a 13-hour flight stuck next to a slobbering, farting and whiny dog. Gill and Warren Press said their Singapore Airlines flight from Paris — which they forked out extra for premium economy seats — was

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On this day in 2001, 19 terrorists hijacked four passenger jets. The terrorists crashed two of the planes into the North and South Towers of the World Trade Center and one into the Pentagon. The fourth hijacked plane

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When Tammie Bernard and her partner of six years broke up earlier this year, she realized she needed an escape. “I found myself solo again and needed to get away and clear my head and heal my heart,” Bernard, 59, said. As a remote worker, she and her partner used to travel

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As a writer, I spend much of my time alone, and yet I almost always want more. I’m fascinated by the relationship between solitude and loneliness, between the yearning to be alone and our deep desire not to feel isolated. A few months ago, I announced to my family – who, to

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Canadians are being advised by Global Affairs Canada to travel cautiously if heading across the U.S. border, especially if they are part of the 2SLGBTQI+ (two-spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer, questioning, intersex) community. The advisory warns of going to various states

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Starting in 2012, to mark the centennial anniversary of several of their hotels, the global Fairmont group began offering something unexpected: amnesty. For the benefit of on-site exhibits at such historic properties as Ottawa’s Chateau Laurier and Calgary’s Fairmont Palliser, they

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A retired flight attendant is on an inspiring journey to honor the flight crews who lost their lives on Sept. 11, 2001. Paul Veneto, who worked at United Airlines starting in 1997 and retired in 2013, began “Paulie’s Push” in 2021 to celebrate the spirit of the airline crews. The push consists

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Given that theme parks are notoriously expensive, it can be hard to imagine visiting Walt Disney World Resort on a budget. But there are proven ways to stretch your dollar at this famed Orlando, Florida, attraction. From ticket hacks to saving on meals and transportation, here are

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Hundreds of people stood in line for hours outside a blood bank in the central Moroccan city of Marrakech on Monday, some even passing out from the heat, but all of them determined do whatever they can for their country as it reels from the devastating earthquake that struck Friday

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Disney Fantasy returned to Port Canaveral on Saturday morning, after experiencing issues with its propulsion system on its recent voyage. Captain Michele from Disney Fantasy sent a message to guests on board, explaining that the ship was facing technical difficulties. As a result

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The original Star Trek series aired for the first time on September 8, 1966. The last episode aired a short three years later on June 3, 1969. However, the cultural phenomenon that the original series spawned is considerable

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CLEAR lovers will lose one benefit of the program in 2025, as the TSA says it will begin requiring them to produce a REAL ID or passport at airport checkin. The CLEAR program is based on two premises: it takes you to the very front of the checkin line, and its biometric checkin

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This fall, Sally Matts is going to Spain. Since her retirement as a human resources professional, the Waldorf, Maryland, woman has become an avid traveler, going on several trips in the U.S. and abroad. “Don’t wait,” said Matts, 71, who is an ambassador with Road Scholar, an

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Twenty years ago, the private members’ club and hotel for creatives, Soho House, made its American debut in New York City's Meatpacking District, ringing in a new era of cool and cachet. After all, even before it opened its doors, Sex and the City filmed the now-famous rooftop pool

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Never underestimate the difficulty of a flat trail over a great distance. After my first five-hour day following the Island Walk, a new 435-mile trail that rings Prince Edward Island, in Canada’s smallest province, I limped into Points East Coastal Inn in bayside St. Peter’s Bay with a blister

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Wellness travel is more than a trend. As travelers navigate their busy schedules and the demands of life, traveling to new destinations with wellness at the forefront is a must. On a recent trip to Montage Palmetto Bluff in Bluffton, South Carolina, I got to experience firsthand the

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Here's the first rule of standing in line at the airport: No brawling, please. I guess someone forgot to tell the folks at one of Chicago O'Hare Airport's luggage carousels who were taking swings at each other recently. The incident, caught on video, of course, kicked off a chaotic

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Travelers are running out of new places to discover, but there could be one treasure hidden in plain sight. Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea coast stretches for more than a thousand miles, from the northern border with Jordan in the Gulf of Aqaba to Yemen in the far south. Much of that

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The fact that I wanted to stay at the Hôtel de Crillon in Paris because of the French TV show Dix Pour Cent tells you a lot about me as a lesbian. In the penultimate episode of the series, aired as Call My Agent! on Netflix, Sigourney Weaver travels to Paris to meet with producers

This National Forest May Get A New Name — Why The Change Is Needed

Wayne National Forest, Ohio’s only national forest, is named after General Anthony Wayne who commanded troops during the Revolutionary War. Now, however, the U.S. Forest Service has taken a second look at Wayne’s military service after the Revolutionary War. In light of that

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With its cinematic topography, magnificent cuisine and 2000 years of history, Lyon is impressive enough by itself to keep visitors interested for several days at a time. France’s third-largest city can get busy in the summer, especially in the medieval tourist-friendly Old Town. However

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Six deaths in July and August have been attributed to a flesh-eating bacteria in warming oceans further north than usual. The deaths, which were reported in Connecticut, New York, and North Carolina, were attributed to the bacterium Vibro vulnificus (V. vulnificus). The bacterium is

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If you're interested in trying out popular upstart cruise line Virgin Voyages in 2024 or 2025, pay attention. The cruise line is doing the cruise ship shuffle — delaying the debut of its fourth sister ship, swapping itineraries among its trio of existing ships to fill the gap, and introducing

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Adolf Hitler wanted to destroy the civilian morale of the British people and to invade the island nation. On September 7, 1940, Germany began what came to be known as The Blitz: 76 consecutive nights of aerial

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With a growing number of women approaching the age of hormonal changes — by 2025, approximately 1.1 billion women worldwide will have experienced menopause — the travel industry is catering to a new niche: Women who want help dealing with everything from hot

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Fall is a great time to travel on a budget due to the affordable prices and less crowded tourist destinations during the shoulder season. Consider cheaper destinations like Raleigh, Chicago, and Denver, or parts of Canada for budget-friendly fall travel. Save money on airfare by

Passengers Kicked off Air Canada Flight for Refusing to Sit In Vomit-Covered Seats

Two passengers on an Air Canada flight were reportedly escorted off an airplane for refusing to sit in wet, vomit-covered seats. Susan Benson was a fellow passenger on the Aug. 26 flight from Seattle to Montreal sitting near the vomit. She shared the incident in a now-viral

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It’s been almost a month since horrific wildfires blazed through areas of the islands of Hawai‘i and Maui, completely leveling the town of Lāhainā in western Maui in what is now the deadliest U.S. wildfire in more than a century. As officials and residents focus on recovery and

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While more and more cruise ships are beginning to feel like floating theme parks courtesy an abundance of onboard thrills, no one has mastered this realm quite like Disney. Now, on the heels of Disney Wish, which launched last year, Disney Treasure will set sail in December

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There's something thrilling about watching athletes compete at the highest level — the drama, the suspense, the skill, and the teamwork that goes into every game. And nothing beats the fun of rooting for your favorite team or player and sharing that excitement with fellow

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The ancient Acropolis is trying a contemporary solution to its overtourism problem. On Monday, the Greek government implemented a new timed ticketing system for the UNESCO World Heritage site, along with a visitor cap of 20,000 per day. The new “Visitor Zones” program

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St Lucia, an idyllic Caribbean island, stretches across a mere 238 square miles, yet it teems with a potpourri of attractions to satisfy every wanderlust. The echoes of history resonate in the time-worn ruins of Pigeon Island National Park, while the natural spectacle of the Sulphur

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On Labor Day, workers at Waikiki’s historic Ilikai Hotel & Luxury Suites conducted an informational picket. While not currently on strike, the workers took to the streets in front of the resort to inform guests and the public that they have been working without a contract for five

Norse Atlantic Adds Nonstop Flights to Paris From Los Angeles

Soon you can fly from the City of Angels to the City of Light for cheaper than ever. Ultra-low-cost carrier Norse Atlantic Airways on Wednesday announced a new nonstop route between Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

Gibraltar Plans to Construct New Cruise Terminal

Gibraltar plans to build a new 3,817-square-metre, sustainable cruise terminal to help position it as the “most important cruise destination in the Western Mediterranean”. The ground floor of the two-storey facility will be used to process cruise passengers, while the first floor will be

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When Southwest Airlines had its holiday meltdown last December, it was caused by a perfect storm of weather problems and technology crashes happening at the same time. Basically, weather caused the initial problems and the airline's systems could not handle all the changes it needed

U.S. airlines flag high fuel costs, Southwest's August bookings disappoint

The largest U.S. domestic carrier said August bookings were at the lower end of its expectations, in part due to seasonal trends, but maintained that overall leisure demand and yields remain healthy. Shares of Southwest fell about 4% premarket, before recovering some losses to trade about flat after markets opened

'Systemwide technology issue' led to nationwide ground stop for United Airlines

A nationwide ground stop was issued for United Airlines flights Tuesday, just as the long Labor Day weekend travel was coming to an end

Collette Launches New ‘Passport Club’ Loyalty Program

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From a consumer perspective, travel planning opportunities are ubiquitous – many major digital platforms offer some sort of travel planning, whether it be Google, Uber, or even major banks. For hotels, however, it means they face significant challenges in customer acquisition. Third party encroachment on the customer booking journey

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Negotiations to build a Margaritaville hotel at the Riviera Beach Marina have slowed since the announcement of Jimmy Buffett's death

Instagram-famous glass elevator at luxury Bali resort plummets into ravine, killing five

Five workers at a luxury resort in Bali plummeted to their deaths Friday when the cable supporting the hotel's Instagram-famous glass elevator snapped, sending the employees plunging 300 feet down a ravine

Carnival cruise passenger vanishes after ship docks in Florida

Kevin McGrath, 26, was last seen in his cabin early Monday morning.

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The Best New Cruise Ships Coming in 2024

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10 Perfect Activities For Couples Visiting Tennessee In The Fall

From its scenic views to its charming towns, there's no better place for a romantic couples retreat than Tennessee

Venice to Implement Day Trip Fee Next Year - What to Know

Venice will finally look to implement its much-discussed fee for day visitors next year on a trial basis after initially postponing it

The 18 Prettiest Places to See Fall Foliage Near New York City

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Forbidden names, no dominoes, no mops, no underwear - 6 'weird' Spanish rules

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See the winners of The Post's annual Travel photo contest

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Certified Travel Advisors Earn 24% More, Study Finds

It's a complicated world out there and travel is getting more difficult. So it's no surprise that the value of a professional travel advisor is on the rise. Indeed, a new study from The Travel Institute shows the value of education for travel advisors. Those who are certified earn almost 24.3% mo

These Are the World’s Most Sustainable Travel Destinations

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How to Experience Maputo, Mozambique Like a Local

Anna Estevao is a 29-year-old solo traveler originally from Maputo, Mozambique. After having her first taste of travel at the age of 17, her

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The Philippines can be considered one of the last-surviving unspoiled tropical archipelagos in the world and is trending with travelers

U.S. Nicknamed "Uncle Sam"

Samuel Wilson, a Troy, New York meat packer, began supplying United States troops with barrels of meat on this day in 1813, and continued to do so throughout the war of 1812. Wilson stamped the rations with the letters, "U.S.", and soldiers began referring to the meat as "Uncle Sam's." The political cartoonist Thomas Nast portrayed the image of Uncle Sam in his drawings, eventually turning the cartoon into the well-known stars and stripes-wearing character.

First Continental Congress

The long-distance relationship between King George III of England and his American colonies was not going well. On September 5, 1774, a convention was held in Philadelphia, attended by 55 appointed members from twelve of the thirteen British colonies. Only the state of Georgia did not send delegates. First proposed by Samuel Adams, the First Continental Congress met briefly to consider an

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Bounced compared 60 domestic and international airlines using factors like number of on-time arrivals, cancellations, in-flight entertainment and more

Qantas CEO to depart early as airline looks to rebuild reputation

Australia's Qantas Airways said its long-serving CEO would bring forward his retirement amid a publicity firestorm over an accusation of illegal ticket sales, signalling what the flagship carrier hopes is the end of a tumultuous period

Airlines could face crackdown on hidden fees

Consumers should have accurate information upfront before making a purchase, the government says

19-Year-Old Who Went Overboard on Royal Caribbean Cruise Ship Yet to Be Found: 'We Need to Apply Pressure'

A 19-year-old Texas man identified as Sigmund Ropich is still missing amid an ongoing search after he went overboard on the Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas ship on Tuesday

Miscommunication Strands More Than 50 Cruise Guests at Port

Guests without proper visas were left behind at embarkation, despite miscommunications from P&O Cruises about sailing in Australian waters

Crystal Symphony’s Return Wasn't Easy

The newly-reengined Crystal Symphony purred into Athens last Friday morning, Sept. 1, to disembark the last preview-cruise gusts. Those coming aboard were the first revenue passengers since the 1995-built ship's extensive refurbishment under its new owner, A&K Travel Group

I traveled around Europe, and my accommodation ranged from a castle to 5-star hotels. Here are my tips for finding unforgettable stays.

Insider's reporter stayed in a European castle and the luxury hotel where 'The White Lotus' was filmed in Sicily, Italy

More hotels charging fees for early check-in, late check-out

If you are planning a fall getaway, you might want to be on the lookout for a new hotel fee that is becoming more common

These New Hotels Could Turn Bangkok Into A Luxury Destination

Several new upscale hotels are under development in Bangkok. They promise to cement the city's reputation for luxury accommodations

Maui wildfires: 'If you want to help, keep your trip,' Hawaii tourism official says

The Hawaii Tourism Authority announced Friday it approved more than $2 million to help rebuild Hawaii's struggling tourism industry

These Are The Top 5 Safest Destinations In Europe To Visit Right Now

When traveling safety is always a top priority, here is a new study that ranks the safest destinations in Europe

The road that's the 'Eighth World Wonder'

The 1,300km Karakoram Highway cuts through some of the most astounding rock faces on the planet. It's a road trip of dreams, yet few have ever heard of it or how it came to be

What does the current U.S. Travel Advisory say about traveling to Los Cabos?

Los Cabos stands as a true haven for those in search of a scenic and thrilling getaway. Its glistening azure waters, unspoiled beaches, and awe-inspiring scenery have made it a premier tourist hotspot

Resort fees are in the hot seat. Here are 10 of the weirdest.

Sure, your hotel might cost another $40 a night, but at least the tap water will be filtered

10 Bucket List Ecotourism Activities To Experience At Least Once

Travelers should add these sustainable experiences to their bucket lists to enjoy the beauty of nature around the world while protecting it

Volcano tourism: the 5 best destinations for thrill-seekers

Dangerous, exciting, beautiful, and great for social media — these are the best destinations around the world for volcano tourism

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Stop in Panama's remote Darien National Park as part of a week-long Smithsonian Journeys cruise through Central America aboard Le Bellot, a small ship in the French-based Ponant line

Typhoon Haikui slams into Taiwan, disrupting work, classes and travel

Much of southern Taiwan came to a standstill Sunday as Typhoon Haikui churned over towns and farmland. Residents were urged to stay home and flights, rail transport, ferry services, classes and outdoor events were suspended, but there were no reports of injuries or serious damage

11 injured after Delta Air Lines flight hits severe turbulence arriving in Atlanta

Delta flight 175 was en route to Atlanta when it hit severe turbulence near its destination. According to the airline, 11 required medical attention

Unmarketable: Why Can't Airlines Always Sell Every Seat?

Performance limits cap the maximum amount of available seats

United Airlines flight attendants protest out front Denver International Airport

While Denver International Airport gears up for a busy weekend, flight attendants with United Airlines are picketing after the union says its contract is two years past due

Today is National Hotel Employee Day

AHLA and the National Day Calendar established National Hotel Employee Day in 2022 to honor the nearly two million employees who work in the hotel industry. It is observed annually on September 1

The Best New Hotels Opening This Autumn and Winter

While 2023 has already ushered in plenty of hot new hotel debuts, there's still more to come

Lahaina hotel gives Maui residents sense of normalcy in wake of disaster

The Royal Lahaina Resort was the very first hotel to open its doors to displaced residents after the fire and they’re doing everything possible to make them feel right at home

2023 Labor Day Cruise Deals

Looking for the best 2023 Labor Day Cruise Deals? We've compiled all the cruise deals available this Labor Day weekend so you can start planning your vacation

Passenger on world’s largest cruise ship goes overboard near Cuba

Wonder of the Seas, completed in 2022, is known as the largest cruise ship in the world

Norwegian Cruise Line Announces Return to Maui

Norwegian Cruise Line announced its return to Kahului, Maui, with the guidance and encouragement of the Maui community, Hawai‘i State Governor Josh Green and the Hawai‘i Tourism Authority

'We need responsible tourism': Maui businesses plead tourists to help economy after fires

In the aftermath of an incredible tragedy, some tourists are confused on whether or not they should visit Maui, or how to do it in a respectful way

What to do if you have Labor Day travel plans in Idalia's path

Powerful Hurricane Idalia walloped parts of Florida and other states in the Southeast just as the summer travel season nears its unofficial end with the busy Labor Day weekend. Here's how to handle upcoming travel plans

10 Things Travelers Should Never Leave Home Without

Be prepared for any scenario while traveling by packing these essential travel items for every trip

Italy, France and UK airport and rail strikes planned for September

Europe is a hive of strike action right now, with many employees unhappy that sky-high inflation has not been matched by higher wages

The Fall of Atlanta

Union Army General William T. Sherman entered Atlanta, Georgia, on this day in 1864. The move was highly tactical, cutting off key supply lines for the Confederate army of the South. As they retreated from the city, the Confederates detonated much of the city's munitions to keep them out of the hands

Biden to travel to Florida to survey damage from Hurricane Idalia

President Biden announced at FEMA headquarters that he would be visiting Florida to survey the damage caused by Hurricane Idalia. NBC News' Maggie Vespa reports from Horseshoe Beach, Fla., as communities begin to clean up after the storm

Vintage photos show how drastically air travel has changed in the last century

From planes that would rattle in the wind to digital touch-screen inflight entertainment, air travel has come a long way

Airlines face their last big test of the prime vacation season

Airlines face their last big test of the prime vacation season: Labor Day weekend

American Airlines flight attendants vote to authorize strike - union

American Airlines' flight attendants voted to authorize a strike if the company refuses to agree to "reasonable" contract terms, the Association of Professional Flight Attendants (APFA) said on Wednesday

Qantas Sued for Allegedly Selling Seats on Cancelled Flights

Qantas Airways Ltd. was sued by Australia’s competition watchdog for allegedly selling seats on thousands of cancelled flights, piling pressure on an airline already under lawmaker scrutiny for its treatment of customers and record profits

Celebrity Cruise Ship Assists in Rescue of Over 200 Refugees

Celebrity Beyond answered a call for assistance from the Italian Coast Guard and helped rescue more than 200 refugees adrift at sea

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Between the rich culture and history, European cruises provide the ultimate convenience for visiting multiple countries on a vacation without having to unpack and repack your suitcase. After 30 cruises, I can confidently say that European cruises are my favorite. I love having a comfortable home base to return to each evening, all while

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The Mauritius Port Authority is getting ready to open a new cruise terminal at Port Louis Harbor in November 2023. An important homeport and port of call in the Indian Ocean, the country has been building up its cruise infrastructure over the past decades

A guide to the Capital One Lifestyle Collection: Everything you need to know

Capital One's Lifestyle Collection hotel program offers exclusive benefits to select cardholders. Here's what you need to know about its perks and who gets access

Going To Edinburgh? Stay In This Ship Converted Into A Boutique Hotel & Restaurant

The MV Fingal is one of the best accommodation and dining options in Edinburgh and is great to pair with visiting the Royal Yacht nearby

Luxury Venice Hotels and Restaurants Refreshed and Ready for the Festival Crowds

Venice hotels restaurants Excelsior, Cipriani refreshed and ready to go with new rooms and food

10 Eco-Friendly Tour Companies You Should Know About

Seeing the world doesn't have to destroy it. Check out these eco-friendly tour companies promoting sustainable travel and one-of-a-kind adventures

5 Things To Do On Your First Trip To Munich, Germany

Thinking of visiting Munich for Oktoberfest this year? Here are some other things to check out before or after the festival

Jamaica sweeps top awards at 2023 World Travel Awards

The 2023 World Travel Awards (WTA) Gala Ceremony in Saint Lucia brought a host of surprises, revealing the crème de la crème of the travel industry in the Caribbean and the Americas

Travel firms urged to halt trips to Uyghur region over China rights abuses

Uyghur advocates have called on western tourism companies to stop selling package holidays that take visitors through Xinjiang, where human rights abuses by authorities have been called a genocide by some governments

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I'll never go on another vacation without following these tips, downloading the apps, and saving all this money

Record number of Americans plan on traveling abroad in the next 6 months

More than one-in-five Americans plan on vacationing in a foreign country in the near future, the highest share ever recorded, even as overall consumer confidence was dragged down by worsening inflation expectations in August

Canada warns LGBTQ travelers to U.S. to be cautious of local laws

While the advisory doesn't dive into specific states or policies, a Global Affairs Canada spokesperson pointed to the number of laws passed in the U.S. this year that restrict LGBTQ+ rights

The World's First Digital Passports Have Officially Arrived

The Finnish Border Guard announced Finnish citizens on Finnair flights will be able to test a new digital travel document. The document will be the first version of a digital passport in the world

The Murder of Mary Ann Nichols

Charles Cross, a market stall operator, was the first to discover the body of Mary Ann Nichols, lying on the ground on what is now Durward Street, in the Whitechapel area of London near the London Hospital. She had last been seen alive walking the Whitechapel Road in a new bonnet, one she hoped would assist her earning capacity in the lurid trades plied in the area. No reports of anything untoward were

NASA Identifies Possible Routes For Supersonic Travel - How Fast Planes May Fly

Re-exploring a 1996 flight from New York to London that took just 3.5 hours, NASA is continuing its research on supersonic air travel

Hundreds of flights are canceled as Hurricane Idalia disrupts air travel

Flights across Florida continue to be disrupted Wednesday as Hurricane Idalia makes landfall

Here's what Maui locals are saying about tourism in wake of fires

A lot of people have been asking about travel to Maui following the devastating wildfires. Is the island off-limits? Should they cancel reservations? Do locals even want tourists? Talking to locals, it's clear Hawaii has a long road to recovery

3 North Carolina hotels voted among best boutique hotels in U.S.

The Beaufort Hotel was voted the best boutique hotel in the U.S. according to a USA Today readers' choice ranking

What to know about the Hyatt Regency Paris Etoile

While not a traditional French hotel, the Hyatt Regency Paris Etoile is a great World of Hyatt redemption and can be a way to save a few bucks in pricey Paris

A New Guard of Hotels in Madrid Celebrate the City’s Creative Resurgence

Not only is the Spanish capital's cultural scene buzzier than ever, but a new crop of five-star hotels mean there's never been a better time to visit

Carnival Cruise Line Commends Australia Restrictions Lift

Carnival Cruise Line welcomes the decision to lift all government-mandated COVID restrictions for travelers in Australia. These changes go into effect right away across all Carnival Cruise Line operations. "We are thrilled with this long-anticipated announcement, which brings clarity to our guests and harmonizes

World's Busiest Cruise Port Closes as Hurricane Hits Florida

Port Canaveral is now at Port Condition Zulu ahead of Hurricane Idalia. How many ships are impacted at the world's busiest cruise port?

Witness Norway's Incredible Fjords on These 8 Scenic Cruises

Whether it's an eco-friendly or family-friendly sailing you want, a luxury cruise or an immersive two-week journey, these are the best Norway cruises to book right now

8 senior-friendly travel destinations to bring your family

We shortlist senior-friendly travel destinations for you to plan your next inter-generational family trip

Is Disney open? Is my flight canceled?: Hurricane Idalia travel disruptions

From flights to theme parks, here's how Hurricane Idalia is impacting travel

How to Spend 3 Days Exploring Prague, Czech Republic

Meet Bleetary, a Zimbabwean travel blogger based in Finland. A versatile traveler who loves exploring various travel styles, she enjoys a range

Can You Buy Travel Insurance After Booking a Flight?

You can buy travel insurance after booking a flight, but it's best to purchase it as early as possible to maximize your travel insurance coverage

The 10 Best Passport Holders To Keep Your Travel Documents In One Piece

The best passport holders help ensure that your most important travel document, the one you literally can't leave the country without, is always fiercely protected

This is the top travel destination in the U.S. this Labor Day weekend

Tripadvisor survey reveals the cities and towns in the U.S. drawing the most travelers for the long weekend

Who Gets a Plus-One at a Destination Wedding?

The matter of plus-ones at weddings can be complicated - here's how to navigate it effectively

Mary Shelley

Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley, née Godwin, was born on this day in 1797. Her mother died 11 days after her birth, and she was subsequently raised by her father who provided her a somewhat eccentric, but rich, education. She married the poet Percy Bysshe Shelley and traveled extensively through Europe. In 1816, the couple spent the summer near Geneva, Switzerland with Lord Byron, where she conceived the idea for her novel Frankenstein.

Graduates of The Travel Institute Continue to Earn More in both Certified and Specialist Categories

FRAMINGHAM, MA, August 29, 2023 –The Travel Institute today released additional findings from The Changing Face of Travel Agents 2023 survey, addressing the ongoing correlation between quality education and success as well as evolving influences on agent learning and sales. The third in a series from the industry’s education leader, the 2023 survey benchmarks various aspects of the agent role comparing responses to The Travel Institute’s 2008 and 2018 surveys while also exploring new and evolving influences. Key additional findings include

U.S. fines American Airlines for dozens of long tarmac delays

The U.S. Department of Transportation said Monday it is the largest such fine against an airline since rules covering long ground delays took effect about a decade ago

Airline launches ‘only adult’ section for international flight

A Turkish-Dutch airline is looking to remove the disruption of children’s noises by offering an “only adult zone” for flights and people traveling without kids between Amsterdam and Curaçao

Hundreds of flights are canceled as Hurricane Idalia disrupts air travel

All flights from Tampa International Airport have been canceled Tuesday as Hurricane Idalia barrels toward the Florida Gulf Coast

Hilton announces plans for Curio Collection beach resort in Lagos

Koko Beach Resort Ilashe Lagos, Curio Collection by Hilton is expected to open in 2025 as the first internationally branded resort on this Atlantic coastline

Disneyland revamps its early entry program for hotel guests

Disneyland Resort guests hoping to have early entry to Disneyland and Disney California Adventure will have more limited options starting in January

Carnival Cruise Ship Makes Major Itinerary Change Ahead of Idalia

Carnival Cruise Line alters Carnival Conquest's itinerary due to Tropical Storm Idalia, amidst increasing safety concerns

P&O Cruises ship collides with oil tanker, injuries reported

A P&O Cruises ship collided with an oil tanker due to strong winds in Spain on Sunday

Carnival’s First Private Port Named “Celebration Key”

“Cue the Junkanoo band,” says Carnival Cruise Line. When its new private port opens on Grand Bahama in November, it will be named Celebration Key, the company announced today. With the opening, Carnival joins a popular trend toward having its own unrestricted access to land

Video: Tropical Storm Idalia's latest projected path

Tropical Storm Idalia is expected to rapidly strengthen into a Category 3 hurricane and aim for Florida's Gulf Coast, threatening dangerous storm surge and winds. CNN's Karen Maginnis has the latest forecast

This Mexican Hotspot Named As The No. 1 Beach Destination In The World Travel Awards 2023

Tulum’s municipality has been honored with the title of the Best Beach Destination in Mexico and Central America. The accolade was announced on Sunday by Tulum’s Dirección General de Turismo y Economía

5 Reasons To Visit This Underrated Mediterranean Beach Destination

Türkiye is the prom queen of 2023 – a beloved rising star with a few jealous haters, possibly too popular for her own good, and wearing a crown

Help Clean This National Park And Get A Free Spa Treatment

In partnership with the park's Facelift program, Yosemite National Park is offering spa discounts for those who participate

The Top 2023 Holiday Travel Destinations, According to Google

According to new Google data, the top 10 destinations for holiday travel between December 20, 2023 and January 5, 2024, departing from US airports include destinations in the US, Europe, and Japan.

Flights, theme parks and cruises all affected as Idalia nears Florida

What you need to know about Hurricane Idalia as it approaces the Florida coast, and what it could mean for your travel plans

Why Certain Areas of Yellowstone National Park Will Be Closed Off Soon

Visitors to Yellowstone National Park are being warned to avoid certain areas as biologists look to begin a grizzly bear research survey

Ishi

In 1865, white settlers in California killed more than forty Native Americans of the Yahi tribe in what has become known as the Three Knolls Massacre. The remnants of the Yahi tribe fled into the forest and hid. Over the next forty years, the last of the Yahi lived in the woods and gradually died off. On August 29, 1911, a group of farmers found an indigenous man near one of their barns. He was arrested and taken into town. He spoke no English. He was taken to San Francisco to the Museum of Anthropology. There, an astute researcher determined

American Eagle Sets Sail from Boston: Celebrates Historic Christening on Buzzards Bay

GUILFORD, CT—August 28, 2023—American Eagle, the first American Cruise Lines’ Coastal Cat was introduced to much fanfare last week in New England. During the inaugural cruise of the company’s newest small ship, guests, cruise line executives, Massachusetts Maritime Academy captains, and local dignitaries joined together for a historic christening ceremony at the Massachusetts Maritime Academy campus on Buzzards Bay

Are you getting the best flight deal? Google Flights lets you know to book now or later.

A new update to Google Flights lets users see if it's best to book a trip now or wait for some other time based on price data

The plane ticket upgrade option most U.S. airlines don't offer

Many global airlines offer upgrade auctions with passengers bidding on a better seat for their travel, but among US carriers, the idea is a non-starter

This European airline is introducing child-free zones

Corendon is the first European carrier to offer this service, following the lead of some international carriers like AirAsia

Micro Hotels: Inside the World’s 5 Smallest Hotel Rooms

As the concept of micro-apartments takes hold across the world—thanks, in part, to social media—it’s no surprise that micro hotels are starting to catch the attention of travelers too. Though they’re all designed with small footprints, they don’t all have the same goal

13 best hotels in Japan with a garden view to achieve zen and inner happiness

When it comes to hospitality – known as omotenashi, an age-old reverence – you'll find that Japan's hotels and stays are top-notch, with a fine attention to detail and a deep-rooted sense of cultural nuances

10 HAUNTED HOTELS in Ireland you can stay in (if you're mad)

Do you love all things spooky and paranormal? Get ready for the stay of a lifetime with the top haunted hotels in Ireland you can stay in

More Cruise Lines Set to Homeport in NYC

With Carnival Cruise Line and MSC Cruises joining the lineup, four cruise lines will sail regularly from the New York City region during the 2023-24 winter season. After debuting at the homeport in June, the new Carnival Venezia will offer a series of winter cruises to

A Carnival Cruise passenger is suing the cruise line, accusing it of mishandling a norovirus outbreak that gave her 'explosive diarrhea'

A woman embroiled in a class-action lawsuit with the international cruise line, Carnival, has made a new filing accusing the company of mishandling norovirus outbreaks on their ships

Spain: Cruise ship passengers injured after collision with oil tanker

The ship was carrying thousands of British tourists when it collided with an oil tanker on Sunday due to strong winds. No serious injuries were reported

Here Are 10 Festive Activities To Try In Indiana This Fall

Feeling festive? Indiana is the perfect fall destination to enjoy changing colors, lively festivals, themed train rides, and scenic road trips

The Best Time to Book Holiday Travel Is Very Soon

Holiday travel is often pricey, but when it comes to booking, some times are better than others. This year, you should book earlier than you might think

The Founding of St. Augustine

The oldest continuously occupied city in the United States was first sighted on this day in 1565. Explorer Pedro Menendez founded St. Augustine, naming it for St. Augustine of Hippo. He and 600 of his soldiers arrived and settled in an Indian village, which they turned into a fortified outpost. In 1566, the first child of European ancestry was born in St. Augustine, some 21 years before the English settlement at Roanoke Island.

Austria offers free rail travel for a year - if you get a tattoo

In travel news this week: tattoos and graffiti cause trouble in Europe, a baby giraffe is born without spots at a Tennessee zoo, plus we want to hear from you if you're currently chasing your lost luggage with a tracking device

The One Safety Device You Should Always Pack if You're Staying in an Airbnb Is Available at Amazon

The Btfdreem Hidden Camera Detector is compact, easy to use, and provides peace of mind by locating cameras that may be hidden in your Airbnb while traveling. Grab this personal safety device while

6 Reasons Why This Caribbean Island Is Trending With Solo Travelers

The island paradise of the Dominican Republic makes a great choice for the solo traveler. Here are 6 reasons why

UK flights resume after air traffic control 'technical issue' causes holiday delays

The U.K.’s air traffic control provider said Monday that it had “identified and remedied” an earlier technical issue which saw flights across the country disrupted

Are you planning a trip to California? Here's a guide to attractions to add to your visit

California has something for everyone. If you love nature, you can visit Yosemite National Park. If you keep up with all the celebrity news, you'll love the Hollywood Walk of Fame

New Requirements for European Travel Starting in 2024

European Commission EC recently announced new mandates for certain visitors traveling to the European Union EU. Select travelers will need to complete an online travel authorization application via European Travel Information and Authorization System ETIAS

An American tourist filled up a fog machine with marijuana and blasted a street with smoke at a popular tourist destination in Thailand to promote his business back home, police say

The police were alerted to the incident after a video circulated on social media showing Angkhan using a fog machine filled with marijuana

The Most Popular Summer Destinations Of August 2023

As British summer draws to a close, Cirium has released this month's most popular summer destinations along with the figures, which sees the UK scheduling a

4 Reasons Why This Southeast Asian Country Continues To Be One Of The World's Top Tourist Destinations

Amid Southeast Asia's resurgence as a destination, Thailand is an absolute leader drawing in over 14 million tourists this year already

I Took 2 Travelers With a 70-year Age Gap on an International Trip - Here's How I Pulled It Off

Sure, you've heard of multi-gen travel. But have you heard of actually having fun on a multi-gen trip? One travel writer finds out if it's possible to actually enjoy the trend

The Bliss of Being There by Morning

The sleeper train business is booming this summer. Across Europe, the bunks on overnight trains—once viewed as a fading anachronism in an era of cheap EasyJet and Ryanair flights—are sold out

Amtrak Announces Its First-ever Electric Bus Option - and It'll Operate Along This Popular Route

Amtrak and the Washington Department of Transportation (WSDOT) are replacing a diesel-powered bus with an electric vehicle, which will travel along parts of Amtrak's Cascades route

I used TikTok to plan my vacation. Here's how that went

TikTok doesn't only cater to those seeking the newest dance trend or funniest comedy skit, it also recommends travel hot spots. But how does it compare to more traditional guidebooks

'Hated having my wings clipped': Device damage can make flying hard for disabled travelers

Sue Volek said airlines should remember that disabled people want to travel, too, and that carriers should be more careful with mobility equipment

11 BIG Mistakes You Don't Want to Make on a Cruise

Mistakes? On a vacation? How exactly does that work? The good news is that the mistakes many people make on a cruise won't completely ruin your trip. But you may not realize just how much time or money they can cost you

World's Busiest Cruise Port Adding New Parking Capacity

Port Canaveral aims to add nearly 3,000 parking spaces by the end of 2024 to accommodate the growing number of cruise passengers that sail from the port

Silversea 2023 Summer Deployment: New Ship and Global Reach

With the debut of the Silver Nova as the highlight this summer, Silversea's summer season includes itineraries sailing to the Mediterranean, South America, Northern Europe, the Arctic, Australia's Kimberley region, Canada and New England and more

Eco-Tourism 101: What Is Eco-Travel, And Why Is It So Important?

Learn about eco-travel and how it helps natural areas, wildlife, local communities, and travelers themselves

I'm American & here's fun activities to do in Dublin - with trip to beautiful town

AN American has shared an inside look at her trip to Dublin, showing viewers what she got up to in the capital.TikTok user Gabby Scherle posted the

These Are The 10 Best Destinations For Wine Tourism In 2023

Take your tastebuds on an international journey and visit these top-rated wine destinations around the globe

What it’s like staying at Hotel de la Ville, 1 of Rome’s most luxurious hotels

A two-night stay at Hotel de la Ville made this American feel like he was living out his "La Dolce Vita" fantasy amid the luxe accommodations, rooftop view and even a Vespa tour of the Italian capital

Stay in the Deepest Hotel in the World

Deep Sleep beneath the mountains of Snowdonia National Park in Wales is said to be the lowest sleeping place in the world. Opened only in April of this year, the base is located in a mine and offers two different types of accommodation

A Luxury Getaway In Iowa, This High-End Hotel Has a Private Waterfall

The Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown has a big surprise - the largest private waterfall in Iowa, in the middle of a stunning atrium!

The Liberation of Paris

The Liberation of Paris from Nazi occupation reached its climax in late August, 1944. Nazi Germany had occupied and administered Paris since June, 1940, in collaboration with the puppet Viche regime. The French Resistance continued to bravely conduct its guerilla warfare, but against overwhelming odds. As the Allies moved closer to Paris, the end was in sight. Free France General Leclerc ordered a column of heavy artillery into the French capital. An ultimatum of surrender was sent to German General

The Destruction of Pompeii

It was the day after Vulcanalia, the festival of the Roman god of fire. On August 24th, death rained down on the Roman village of Pompeii from Mount Vesuvius. For several weeks, the wells around the town had begun

7 Of The Cheapest Nonstop Flights to European Destinations This Fall

It’s been one heck of a summer season for most European tourist destinations. Travel insurance provider Allianz Partners predicted at the start of the season that the number of American travelers visiting Europe would reach over 55% of last year’s numbers. The result? Record

Black Travelers Describe Overcoming Language Barriers on International Trips

When Whitney Hodge traveled to Paris, France, she had no idea the language barrier she’d run into. Most locals she ran into did not speak English. The language barrier didn’t ruin her trip. However, it did teach her the importance of her pre-trip preparations for visiting a foreign

Here's How to Travel if You're On a Budget

For travelers, planning a vacation doesn’t have to mean breaking the bank. More than half of Gen Z adults are frequent travelers, taking at least three annual trips for leisure, according to data research group Morning Consult. And many of these travelers come from households

Hydra: The Greek Island of Calm Where Cars Are Banned and Time Stands Still

Hydra is at first glance no different from its neighbors. Like other islands in the Aegean Sea, it has white-washed streets, fragrant jasmine-filled air and breathtaking vistas of the shimmering blue waters around it. What sets Hydra apart is its favored mode of transportation

Going Green: The Ultimate Guide to Eco-Tourism & Eco-Travel

Responsible tourism is growing as more vacationers seek environmentally friendly and community-conscious travel options. Eco-tourism focuses on conservation, sustainability, and respect for local cultures and aims to minimize the negative effects of tourism. Travelers can be

One of the Best Chefs in America Just Told Us His Favorite Places to Eat in Miami

Two decades before Thomas Keller won his first James Beard Award in 1996, he had a job cooking at the Palm Beach Yacht Club. He went on to widespread recognition, with Michelin-starred restaurants in California’s Napa Valley (the French Laundry) and New York City (Per Se)

Hotels Adding Fees For Common Requests That Used to Be Free

It's true, nothing in life is free. The ease of requesting an early check-in or a late checkout is now a relic of the past for an increasing number of hotels, The Wall Street Journal reported. For example, the Hyatt Place Boston Seaport is charging guests $50 for staying past 1

Galveston, MSC and Norwegian Negotiating Fourth Cruise Terminal

Galveston Wharves is continuing negotiations with MSC Cruises and Norwegian Cruise Line to develop a fourth cruise terminal at the US port. A fourth terminal is included in the port’s 20-year Strategic Master Plan, and is forecast to generate an additional 925 jobs, $177 million

Fmr. United Airlines CEO Oscar Munoz on Travel Demand, Pilot Wage Negotiations, Airline Near Misses

Former United Airlines CEO Oscar Munoz joins ‘Squawk Box’ to discuss the state of the airlines industry, travel demand, pilot wage negotiations, and more

An All-Business-Class Airline to Bermuda Is Launching With Dark ‘N’ Stormy Cocktails, Pink Lighting on Board

Have a penchant for pink sand beaches and Goslings Rum? A new airline can deliver you to the island of Bermuda in style. BermudAir will soon offer service from New York's Westchester County Airport (HPN), Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) and Fort Lauderdale

The World’s Most Underrated Art Scenes Are Hiding on These Two Caribbean Islands

Ask about the world’s best art destinations, and you’re bound to get a long list of hip cities filled with bougie art galleries, crowded outdoor murals, and overpriced art fairs where tickets are impossible to snag. Of course, these places are still worthy of their credentials, but there’s

‘Some of Us Need Work’: Does Maui’s Recovery Depend on Tourism?

Long before a wind-whipped wildfire blasted through the island of Maui, tension existed between Hawaii's kamaaina, or longtime residents, and the visitors some islanders resent for turning their beaches, mountains and communities into playgrounds. It's a love-hate relationship

Inside the 5 Smallest Hotel Rooms in the World

As the concept of micro apartments takes hold across the world—thanks, in part, to social media—it’s no surprise that micro hotels are starting to catch the attention of travelers too. Though they’re all designed with small footprints, they don’t all have the same goal. Some

Collette’s ‘Journey to Antarctica: The White Continent’ Takes Travelers on a Unique Journey

Pawtucket, RI (August 21, 2023) –Collette’s “Journey to Antarctica: The White Continent” tour gives travelers the opportunity to explore one of the world’s most unique destinations. The 14-day experience is the only one

Eugene Bullard

Eugene Bullard joined the French Foreign Legion upon the outbreak of World War I. A native of Georgia, he traveled back to the United States to enlist and fight for his country when the U.S. joined the war

British Columbia Lifts Most Travel Restrictions as Canada Wildfires Ease

The government of British Columbia said it would largely lift travel restrictions to the province's wildfire-hit interior on Tuesday, as rain and cooler weather helped hold back blazes across western Canada. The restrictions barred non-essential travel to communities

Travelers Should Brace for Lots of Company on Labor Day Weekend, Especially Internationally

The 2023 travel craze is not letting up for the upcoming Labor Day weekend in the US, travel experts warn. “Summer travel has been hot all season long with increased travel for Memorial Day and the Fourth of July. Expect the same for Labor Day,” online travel

As Maui Begins to Recover, Travelers Must Help Rebuild

As smoke rolled over their Lahaina neighborhood, Akanesi Vaa, her husband, and their three kids rushed to their car. The clear blue sky went grey, then black, in what seemed like a few heartbeats. Homes burned around them. Intense heat radiated through the car

4-Day Weekend in Cape Cod: Beachcombing, Island Hopping, and New England-Style Eats

Cape Cod—that slender curvature of Massachusetts coast and its famed pair of isles, Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard, epitomize “away” like no other escape valve on the upper Atlantic shore. Since the late 1800s, droves of summer vacationers have been

Rooms Are Available for a Once-In-A-Lifetime Stay at This National Park

Something remarkable is happening at Yellowstone National Park right now. No, it’s not an animal migration or the park’s trees turning colors as fall arrives. Instead, rooms at the park’s lodges are available for stays beginning tonight. There are open campsites

What Is ‘Skiplagging’ and Why Do the Airlines Hate When You Do It?

A new lawsuit brought by American Airlines against a controversial ticketing website is bringing renewed attention to "skiplagging," or "hidden city ticketing" — a technique used by some passengers to get lower fares. It works like this: Say a passenger wants to travel

More Single Moms Are Taking Long Trips Abroad With the Kids — Here’s How They Do It

Two and a half years after Roni Dagan’s husband died, she and her seven-year-old son, Gal, found solace in places far from home. They didn’t confine themselves to a single location. The act of traveling itself is what has brought Dagan and her child joy

Confused, Frustrated and Stranded at the Airport With a Service Animal

Joanna Lubkin, a Unitarian Universalist minister, has chronic pain and fatigue and relies on her service dog, a 4-year-old black Labrador named Sully, to pick up items she drops, press elevator buttons and brace her when her body weakens. She never travels

State Department Renews Ban on Use of US Passports for Travel to North Korea

The Biden administration is extending for another year a ban on the use of U.S. passports for travel to North Korea, the State Department said Tuesday. The ban was imposed in 2017 and has been renewed every year since. The latest extension comes as

11 Frank Lloyd Wright Houses You Can Visit Across the U.S.

Ask anyone to name a famous American architect and chances are they’ll name Frank Lloyd Wright, and for good reason. Before Wright, who began designing in the 1890s, there wasn’t a definitive style of American architecture—the pinnacle of luxury was

This Cruise Will Cross the Arctic Circle in an Epic 28-Day, 15-Port Voyage — When to Book

Holland America Line is gearing up to cross the Arctic Circle on a new 28-day voyage inspired by a legendary Norse explorer. The new voyage, which will depart on June 29, 2025, will sail roundtrip from Rotterdam in the Netherlands and pass through five different

American Airlines Flight From Miami to NYC Diverts to Jacksonville After Pepper Spray Incident

An American Airlines flight traveling from Miami to New York City was diverted to Jacksonville, Florida, after someone inadvertently sprayed a bottle of pepper spray in the cabin, the Federal Aviation Administration confirmed to USA TODAY. The FAA said the incident

Simple Pleasure in Milan: How to Get a la Scala Opera Ticket for Less Than €15

Milan is my adopted home for good reason. I love that it feels like a big international city when design or fashion week comes around and then like a small town when you bike ride through the center on a quiet summer's night. It really is the best of both worlds

10 Pet-Friendly Hotels on the Oregon Coast for a Memorable Coastal Getaway

Whether looking for a nature retreat or an adventure-filled vacation, Oregon has many hidden gems. However, the splendor of the Oregon Coast is just unbeatable. So, why wait? Plan a family vacation straight on the Oregon Coast, and hey, don't leave that furry

Forgetting to Do This 1 Thing Could Ruin Your Disney Trip

For an admitted Type A vacation planner like me, I enjoy the ins and outs of planning a Disney World vacation. When my alarm goes off 60 days before my vacation, signaling it's time to begin booking my Disney dining reservations, I pop out of bed full of

The Dewberry Charleston Hotel Review: Midcentury Modern With a Southern Twist

The Dewberry Charleston is right in the city center overlooking Marion Square, and within walking distance of many Charleston attractions like the Gibbes Museum of Art, the Charleston City Market and the Aiken-Rhett House. You can't beat the views and

Galveston Prepares to Welcome New Carnival Cruise Ship

Carnival Cruise Line has detailed 2025-26 itineraries from Galveston. Carnival Jubilee, Dream, and Breeze will offer guests four to eight-day itineraries that explore the Caribbean and Mexico. Dream and Breeze already homeport at the Port of Galveston, but they

The 2 New Royal Caribbean Cruise Ships Debuting in 2024

2024 is going to be an exciting year for Royal Caribbean, the world’s largest cruise line. Royal Caribbean has two new cruise ships debuting in 2024 and they will be the two largest ever built. Here’s is a look at Icon of the Seas and Utopia of the Seas, the two new

The Founding of the Red Cross

In 1864, the Swiss government invited the governments of Europe and the United States to a diplomatic conference in Geneva. On August 22, 1864, that group of nations adopted the first Geneva Convention

America’s Best Small Towns of 2023

As curious travelers, we've ventured to bustling cities and sprawling countries across the globe, and we've found something to love in each of them — but it's some of the smallest towns right here in the U.S. that have stolen our hearts in the biggest way. They may

The Essentials of Traveling Abroad With Your Dog

So, you’ve decided to take your best friend on your next trip abroad. You imagine the two of you, hand in leash loop, promenading down the Croisette in Cannes, hiking up the Matterhorn or splitting a gelato in Florence. You start thinking of Instagram account

How Emerging Tech and Innovative Design Could Make Airports More Inclusive Places

“You’re treated like cattle.” It’s one of the most oft-repeated refrains that passenger experience designer Jo Rowan has heard in dozens of interviews about the current state of airport accessibility. Through her research on the many issues that plague disabled

Drone Hits Emirates Airplane While Landing in France’s Nice Airport

A drone has hit an Emirates Airlines Airbus A380-800 (registered as A6-EOM) while landing at the Nice Airport in France. According to an Aviation Safety Network report, the incident occurred on Friday, August 18, and a subsequent inspection after the landing

Is It Safe to Travel to Tunisia? Entry Requirements, Where to Avoid and Travel Advice

Tunisia has long been a popular tourist destination due to its dependently hot weather, beach resorts and charming landscapes, from the sparkling Mediterranean coast to the ancient medina of Tunis. Tourism remains one of the most important industries in a country

The 10 Best Destinations to Travel With Your Toddler

Traveling with a toddler is a very specific type of joy — and challenge. It's a period of extreme and amazing growth marked by the most wonderful curiosity and unbridled excitement, not to mention plenty of mood swings, frustrations and surprises that even the

8 Train Rides Around the World That Immerse You in Gorgeous Landscapes

While road trips require the active focus of the driver, train travel has the unique advantage of a slow travel experience that is every bit as relaxing as it is rewarding. These eight domestic and international scenic train rides travel through some of the most beautiful

Where to Book Your Next Stay: Best Hotels and Resorts Across the United States

Whether you're planning a vacation, honeymoon, or business trip, selecting your hotel is about so much more than a place to sleep. The best hotels and resorts offer a variety of amenities, activities, and dining options to ensure you have a perfect experience. To

Arizona Glamping Site Receives DarkSky Certification — What Stargazers Can Expect

Truly exceptional stargazing requires being somewhere far from city lights so the night sky is very dark. Unfortunately, finding lodging in such remote locations can be challenging. That’s where Under Canvas — which offers upscale, safari-style accommodations

Nantucket Beats Out Italian and French Coasts for World’s Priciest Beach Destination, Travel Magazine Claims

Nantucket has been named "the most expensive beach destination in the world," according to a recent survey by TravelMag.com. The publication had a particular way of coming up with its ranking. TravelMag said it looked at the cheapest available double rooms

The Best Road Trips in Chile Offer the Drive of Your Life

Diverse landscapes are Chile's biggest asset. Traveling around this long, narrow country, you'll be greeted by an ever-shifting panorama of rolling vineyards, dazzling lakes, towering volcanoes, deep fjords, high grasslands and sprawling salt flats. To do this

Florida Issues Warning for Mosquito-Borne Illnesses

Health officials in Broward County, Florida, have issued a warning for Dengue Fever after two locally transmitted cases were recorded in early August. Dengue fever is not commonly transmitted in Florida, and most cases reported to Florida Health have been related to

10 Great Native American Archeological Sites To Have On The Bucket List

The pre-history of the United States is as long as other parts of the Western Hemisphere, and there are impressive Native American archeological sites to explore. From the mounds at Cahokia in Illinois to the cliff dwellings at Mesa Verde in Colorado, there is a

South America Season Cancelled for Celebrity Cruises Ship

Due to the change in deployments and moving more ships to Florida homeports for Caribbean itineraries, Celebrity Cruises has cancelled the 2024-2025 South America sailing season for Celebrity Equinox. Instead, the ship will be homeported from Port

5 Reasons Why Travelers Are Taking Cruises in Record Numbers This Year

More travelers than ever before are choosing cruises over other types of travel. In 2023, it’s expected that a record-breaking 31.5 million travelers will cruise this year. It’s clear that cruising is back with a vengeance, but just why is this form of travel so popular

Viking Cruises' Vessel Designer Richard Riveire Names Viking Aton

Viking Cruises held a special celebration to name its newest river ship, the Viking Aton, in Aswan, Egypt. Richard Riveire, the vessel’s ceremonial godfather and designer of Viking’s award-winning vessels, offered a blessing for good fortune and safe sailing. Viking

A $6,000-A-Night Hotel Suite in Cowtown? It’s Coming in December

A new luxury boutique hotel opening this fall in Fort Worth — with a signature suite that could set you back $6,000 a night — will vie for the title of Cowtown’s most expensive. The four-story, 106-room Bowie House in the Cultural District began accepting reservations

The Theft of the Mona Lisa

On August 21, 1911 a patron of the Louvre Museum in Paris walked into the Salon Carré where Leonardo Da Vinci's Mona Lisa was on display for all to see. On that day the famous painting was not on the wall where it

American Airlines Sues Travel Site Over Alleged Deception, Threatens to Cancel Tickets Sold on Site

American Airlines filed suit against Skiplagged Inc., an online travel agency, over allegations that the agency deceives customers, though the airline does have the right and ability to cancel the tickets. In a lawsuit filed Thursday in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of

Hawaii Gov. Says Travel Outside of Maui Is Encouraged, but Should You Travel to the Islands?

It has now been nearly two weeks since wildfires devastated parts of Maui. Hawaii is a popular tourist destination for Bay Area travelers. While some may be reconsidering their planned trips, Hawaii’s governor shared this message about vacationing on the islands (watch in video player

These Are the Best and Worst Times to Drive on Labor Day Weekend

If you’re planning to take a trip for Labor Day, prepare yourself for bigger crowds than last year. AAA booking data shows that travel is up for the holiday weekend compared to 2022, the membership organization said Monday. Domestic bookings for flights, hotels, rental cars and

European Countries Occupy 19 of World Sustainable Travel Index 2023's Top 20 Spots

Sweden is Europe’s most sustainable travel destination, the new Sustainable Travel Index for 2023 by Euromonitor International has shown. In fact, 19 out of the 20 first positions in this index are occupied by the European Union and Schengen Area Member States, according to

Should You Tip Flight Attendants? Here’s What the Experts Say

Tipping is a hot topic across industries right now — there's plenty of debate about who you should tip and how much you should tip. Given all this discussion, you might be wondering if you should tip the flight attendants you interact with during your travels. While it's true that flight

What I Learned About Responsible and Sustainable Travel on a Recent Trip to Turkey

Anyone who’s traveled to Venice, Barcelona, or Machu Picchu recently and jostled with throngs of fellow tourists will be familiar with the meaning of “overtourism.” Simply put, too many people in one place at the same time strains the local infrastructure, threatens its culture, and

20 Once-in-a-lifetime Restaurants Around the World Known for Their Spectacular Views

The perfect meal has to have a few main ingredients: delicious food, tasty drinks, and a stunning setting. Special restaurants all over the world offer diners the chance to sit down for an incredible dinner with an unforgettable view of their surroundings, pairing destinations with

1 Family, 3 Damaged Wheelchairs While Flying: Travel Needs ‘Complete Overhaul’ They Say

Neena Nizar and her sons Arshaan Adam and Jahan Adam all rely on wheelchairs to get around, and since January, all have had their devices damaged on flights with Southwest Airlines. “We have a long history of wheelchairs being damaged by airlines. No matter which airline we

Hurricane Hilary Takes Aim at California as Airlines Issue Weather Waivers

Hurricane Hilary is now a Category 1 hurricane currently on track to hit Southern California on Sunday. Hilary is expected to hit California as a tropical storm and could cause flooding and other damage in much of the Southwestern United States. If that happens, it will be the first

Host Agency Reviews Announces a Call for Speakers for 2024 Host Week

Minneapolis, Aug. 21st, 2023 – Host Agency Reviews (HAR), the leading online resource that connects travel professionals to industry resources, is accepting speaker proposals to fill EduSpots for their 2024 Host Week

These Are 6 Great Hotels for Watching October’s Solar Eclipse—and You Can Still Book Them

Next spring’s buzzed-about total solar eclipse is already making headlines, but it’s not the only solar spectacle on the horizon. On October 14, 2023, an annular solar eclipse will appear above a narrow ribbon of the Americas, and it’s worth building a trip around. The trademark of this

What It's Like to Go to Space as a Tourist—According to Virgin Galactic's First Astronauts

On August 10, newbie astronauts Keisha Schahaff, 46, and Anastatia Mayers, 18, made history as the first mother-daughter duo and the first Caribbean women ever to go to space. The two flew outside Earth's atmosphere with Virgin Galactic, Richard Branson's space tourism

This Cruise Line Kicks Off ‘Sailabration’ — How You Can Save On Holiday Cruises

Christmas just came early for anybody who loves river cruises. That’s because American Queen Voyages has already kicked off its Holiday “Sailabration.” “Make memories to last a lifetime this holiday season on an enchanting all-inclusive voyage,” American Queen Voyages wrote on

Historic Hotel Bethlehem Wins “Best Historic Hotel in the Nation”

The Historic Hotel Bethlehem just hit a three-peat! The hotel just won first place in USA Today's "Best Historic Hotel In The Nation" contest for the third year in a row. The contest is judged by a prestigious panel of industry experts who base their choices on locations that have held

The 15 Best Museums in Paris

With nearly 300 museums in and around the capitol—far exceeding that of any other city in the world—it would take well over a year to visit all the museums that Paris offers. Museum lovers should consider investing in a Paris Museum pass. The two-, four- and six-day passes (€55,

MSC World Europa Cruise Ship Review

MSC World Europa launched in 2022 and has a capacity of 6,000 guests. The ship offers state-of-the-art features, including an indoor promenade, an aquatic park, and the latest environmental technologies. The ship is known for her luxurious amenities, diverse dining options

Experiential Travel on the Rise Compared to Conventional Tourism, New Report Shows

Recent data provided by Mabrian has revealed a notable ten percentage point rise in experiential activities of travellers, including Wellness, Active and Lifestyle, Nature and Food and Cuisine, over the past four years, surpassing traditional ones – Arts and Culture

The Best Times to Visit the Caribbean for Beautiful Weather, Fewer Crowds, and Lower Prices

When it comes to picture-perfect island getaways, the Caribbean consistently tops the list as one of the world’s best regions to visit. This region of more than 700 islands scattered across the Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, and Gulf of Mexico is known around the

Scuba Dive Through These Eerie Shipwrecks In The Caribbean

Shipwrecks have fascinated the public for years, and the Caribbean has many. Scuba diving is the perfect way to explore the remains of ships and other vessels up close. You wonder what they looked like in their former glory before they got covered in rust, coral, and

Stunning Photos of a New African Wonder

Legend has it that the dramatic rock-hewn churches of Lalibela were created with the help of a team of angels. Buried deep into the rock in the highlands of northern Ethiopia, the 11 monolithic churches were built in the late 12th and early 13th Centuries by King

Not Everyone Enjoys The Summer, And These U.S. Destinations Always Feel Like Fall

Some cities, like Anchorage and Providence, offer a year-round autumn feeling with their temperate climates and charming landscapes. Gatlinburg and Mill Valley provide a nature lover's paradise with breathtaking scenery and outdoor activities, making

This Unbelievably Simple Hack Makes a Trip to Dollywood SO Much Easier

There’s plenty of advice out there about how to get the most out of the iconic theme park Dollywood. But a minor splurge on logistics can make the difference between a trip that’s good and best. Here’s what to know. Is there a better American alive than

CLEAR Users Will Now Have to Show Their Ids to TSA Agents Amid Crackdown on Security Breaches

The Transportation Security Administration has announced that all passengers — including those utilizing the CLEAR program, a private service designed to expedite travelers' passage through airport security checkpoints — will now be required to stop and

The 7 Least Stressful U.S. Airports, According To New Study

Here we are again. It’s that time of year to squeeze in that one last summer trip that you’ve been putting off. Maybe it’s the reports of record-breaking tourism records that have you second-guessing if you want to deal with crowds. Although there are a lot of great

Southwest Airlines Now Giving Free Same-Day Standby Access to All Passengers

Southwest Airlines just announced a new feature that is sure to please travelers. When Southwest debuted its new Wanna Get Away Plus fare last year, part of the appeal — over the basic Wanna Get Away fare — was the increased flexibility, including same-day

The New Business Traveler: Marriott’s Tina Edmundson Is Always Taking Notes on Hotel Rooms

For Tina Edmundson, traveling for work is her bread and butter. As president of Luxury at Marriott International—a role in which she oversees Marriott's complete portfolio of luxury brands, including Ritz-Carlton, St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, EDITION, The Luxury

Celebrity Equinox Moving to Florida Port

Florida will cement its “Cruise Capital of the World” title as a new ship heads to Port Canaveral in 2024. For the first time, Celebrity Cruises will offer sailings out of the popular port, with Celebrity Equinox doing voyages from the port between December of 2024

Carnival Cruise Line Installing Roller Coaster on Next New Ship

A roller coaster is currently being installed on the top deck of Carnival Cruise Line’s next new cruise ship, Carnival Jubilee. The cruise ship is scheduled to debut in December. Carnival Jubilee is currently under construction at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Germany

The Birth Of Virginia Dare

The first child in the New World born to English parents was Virginia Dare, born August 18, 1587. Her parents were Eleanor and Ananias Dare, colonists in the ill-fated Roanoke Colony, in present day North

Pike Place Market Opens

The local farmers around Seattle were not happy. Because of the distance into town and the difficult requirements of city government, most were forced to sell their produce on consignment through the

President Biden, First Lady Scheduled to Travel to Maui to View Wildfire Devastation

President Biden announced he will soon visit Maui to see the destruction caused by the flames that decimated the Hawaiian island. Nancy Cordes reports from Washington

Why So Few Foreign Tourists Are Visiting China, Despite Lifted Pandemic Restrictions

Peak summer in China — the first in four years without harsh COVID restrictions: Tickets for attractions like the Forbidden City in Beijing are selling out in minutes. Streets are crowded and subway stations are even more packed than usual. Foreign tourists, however, are few. For

United Airlines to Resume Daily Service to Beijing From This U.S. City — Here’s When

United Airlines will once again be flying from the United States and China with the return of service to Beijing and more flights to Shanghai. Announced Friday, the airline will be flying from San Francisco to Beijing on a daily basis starting in November and flights to Shanghai, also

Travel Strike Continue Threatening Europe’s Tourism This Summer

July turned out to be a very challenging month for tourists to Europe, as its saw the continent dealing with extreme weather conditions, severe storms and deadly wildfires, which have also impacted the tourism industry. However, based on the recent developments, disruptions might

I’ve Got a Trip to Maui Planned. Should I Still Go?

I’m supposed to go to Maui in a couple of weeks for a long-planned vacation. I love the island and don’t want to add to the suffering or be disrespectful by showing up. But I also know that businesses probably need tourism dollars more than ever right now. Should I still go?

The ‘Tridemic’ Is Here. Should We Be Wearing Masks While Traveling?

You may have heard of the scary "tridemic" of respiratory illnesses—the triple combination of influenza, COVID-19, and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)—circulating right now. The three illnesses have similar symptoms, and are spread in similar ways. For anyone traveling via

Emirates Expands Its New Premium Economy Cabin to These U.S. Routes

Emirates may be best known for its lavish first- and business-class cabins, but the Dubai-based carrier is now turning its focus onto an increasingly popular class of seats—premium economy. The cabin, slotted between economy and business class, fills a niche for passengers

The US Could Be Getting a New, ‘World Class’ High-Speed Train in the South

Linking together Dallas and Houston by high-speed rail has long been in discussion, running into various hurdles over nearly three decades. But last week, Amtrak announced that it has joined the conversation with Texas Central, the company behind the current project. The two

Norwegian Cruise Line Returning to Baltimore With Two Ships

For the first time in years, Norwegian Cruise Line is returning to Baltimore and the Maryland Cruise Terminal. This fall, the Miami-based cruise line will send two ships to sail several different itineraries from the port, Norwegian Sun and Norwegian Sky. Norwegian Cruise Line is the third

Why Silversea’s New Silver Nova Is a Game-Changer for Luxury Cruising

Be warned, Seabourn, Crystal and Regent Seven Seas Cruises: One of your top competitors in the luxury cruise space, Silversea Cruises, has set a new bar for just how spectacular luxury ship design can be. Silversea's new 728-passenger Silver Nova, which debuted Monday with its

Cruise Ship Etiquette: How to Shut Down Aggressive Sales Pitches at the Onboard Spa

Cruise ship spas are alluring—especially to passengers sailing for the first time. Lulled by the twin pleasures of an ocean voyage and a relaxing vacation, passengers let their barriers come down. “Treat yourself,” they say. And "try new things—you’re on vacation!” However, once

This AfroChef Helps Travelers Learn About Authentic Jamaican Cuisine in South Florida

Nestled in the heart of South Florida, there’s a Black-woman-owned business ready to share authentic Jamaican cuisine with travelers from around the world. This inspiring culinary adventure was created by Jamaican-born entrepreneur Lela Morgan. Island Cooking with AfroChef

10 Most Interesting Historic Sites In Greece & The Amazing Stories Associated With Them

Greece is home to some of the most famous historic sites in the world, such as Knossos, the Temple of Poseidon, and the Acropolis of Athens. These ancient sites in Greece have fascinating backstories, like the legend of the Minotaur at Knossos and the belief that Poseidon was the

9 Best Walks to Take You Through Paris

Since Paris Mayor Anne Hildago took charge of the greening of Paris, opening dozens of bike lanes and transforming the once traffic-clogged roads and freeways into pedestrian walkways, the city has never been so flaneur-friendly. The City of Light is perfect for a romantic stroll or

Seven Las Vegas Strip Hotels Reported for Bed Bugs, Health Agency Says

Reports of bed bugs at seven hotels on the Las Vegas strip have recently come forward. Caesars Palace, Planet Hollywood, Circus Circus, Palazzo, Tropicana, MGM Grand, and Sahara are among the list of hotels with recent reports of bug bites. The first report was filed in 2022

13 Best Hotels in Chicago for Architecture Aficionados

Finding the best hotels in Chicago starts with your interests. Located along the aptly named Chicago River, the largest city in Illinois is the birthplace of the modern skyscraper. The bustling metropolis, punctuated by lush green boulevards, is a shopper’s paradise that takes

Sports Illustrated

On this day in 1964, Sports Illustrated published its first issue. The cover featured Milwaukee Braves player Eddie Mathews at bat and New York Giants catcher Wes Westrum in Milwaukee County Stadium. Today, the magazine has

Save the Date for Goway’s Africa & Middle East Industry Event

Toronto, August 15, 2023: Save the date for October 26, 2023 when Goway holds its industry-leading Africa and Middle East event for travel advisors in Fort Lauderdale. Back for the 12th time, Goway’s Africa and Middle East event will

You Can Take Your Dog to a National Park, but You’ll Both Need to Be Very, Very Good

Ely MacInnes and her husband, Tom, began traveling in the western United States with their 85-pound mutt, Alaska, in March 2020. Driving and living in an R.V., they visited White Sands and Petrified Forest National Parks in New Mexico and Arizona before heading to California, Oregon and Washington. They

Essential Travel Only: What to Do if You Have a Trip Planned for Maui

Maui has been affected by devastating wildfires fueled by hurricane-force winds. The fires have caused catastrophic damage and are heartbreakingly the deadliest ones the U.S. has experienced in many years. The worst fires occurred in West Maui, as the historic area of Lahaina has been completely

Who Gets the Seat Upgrade if Only One Is Offered? What Most Flyers Do

If I’m not flying alone, I prefer to sit with the people I’m traveling with – whether it’s a partner, friends or my parents. It turns out I’m not alone. Rebecca Ratner, the dean’s professor of marketing at the University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business, told me her research shows people often

European Travel Buyers Concerned Over Rising Costs

A new survey has revealed that about two-thirds of European-based travel buyers expect the travel business of their organisation to be higher in 2023 than last year and have expressed their concern about rising costs. According to data provided in the survey carried out by events technology specialist

Editor's Letter: When Travel Shapes Our Sense of Style

When I backpacked through Europe for the first time after college, I often found myself gazing not at the famous paintings in the Louvre or the grandeur of La Sagrada Familia but at European dudes’ sneakers. Especially in Paris and Barcelona, there were so many unfamiliar styles and brands on display

‘As Soon as We Can’: Biden Plans to Travel to Hawaii to Assess Wildfire Recovery Efforts

President Joe Biden said Tuesday he will travel to Hawaii as soon as possible to assess recovery efforts from the deadliest U.S. wildfires in more than a century. “A whole city destroyed. Generations of native Hawaiian history turned into ruin,” Biden said in Milwaukee after touring Ingeteam, a clean energy

This Delaware Beach Town Has a Mile-Long Boardwalk and Is Known as the ‘Nation’s Summer Capital’ — And It’s One of the Best Places to Buy a Vacation Home

Delaware's Atlantic coastline, which stretches about 25 miles from Delaware Bay to the north to Fenwick Island to the south, has always been a quieter alternative to neighboring New Jersey and Maryland's more well-known beach destinations. However, one town that started as a permanent

The 10 Best Priority Pass Lounges in the World, Ranked

Chances are if you frequent airport lounges, you’re a Priority Pass member. Membership can be purchased outright or included as a complimentary benefit under specific credit cards and provides access to more than 1,300 lounges worldwide, across 148 countries in over 600 cities. With Priority

A Famous Italian Attraction Returns After Over A Decade — What’s Different Now

It’s been a long wait, but the famed Via dell’Amore, or “Path of Love,” in Italy’s Cinque Terre has partially reopened. The walking trail, which is carved into seaside cliffs and connects the coastal villages of Riomaggiore and Manarola, was closed in 2012 after it was damaged in a landslide

Pet-Friendly Hotels Offering More Perks When Traveling With Your Pet

A recent survey found 78% of pet owners got pets during the pandemic and another survey shows 55% of people plan to travel with them in the future

I’ve Lived in Chicago for 31 Years - Here’s What Visitors Need to Know

I’ve lived in Chicago for more than 30 years, and these are the top tips I tell all of my visitors: take public transport, hit the neighborhoods and drink Malört at your peril. Then you need to know about local sports culture, the ridiculous taxes and the ketchup rule… and that’s just for starters. I've

Supreme Court Case Could Have a Major Impact on Small Hotels

A2010 regulation that requires hotels to disclose information about the availability of accessible rooms for guests with disabilities could be in jeopardy if a case before the Supreme Court results in some portions of the law being struck down. The suit scheduled to appear before the high court is an appeal

10 Hotels in Joseph, Oregon to Stay at This Fall and Enjoy the Season’s Beauty

Joseph, Oregon is a stunning destination to enjoy autumn, with its changing colors and outdoor attractions like Wallowa Lake State Park. The recommended accommodations in Joseph, Oregon offer amenities like hiking, fishing, and easy access to the vibrant downtown area. Visitors can choose from

Chile’s ‘Ugly’, Edible Sea-Squirt

At first sight, the piure (also known as the pyura chilensis) is not the most appetising seafood. While served all along the coast of Chile, its strong, iodine taste paired with its "ugly" appearance can be unappealing to consumers, who tend to prefer the softer flavour of mussels, clams, scallops and the

United Airlines Returns to Beijing and Starts Daily Shanghai Flights

Starting on Oct. 1, United Airlines will introduce daily nonstop flights between San Francisco and Shanghai, reestablishing connections to Beijing. These flights between the United States and China have been made possible through a bilateral agreement between the governments. Passengers can

Norwegian Replaces Calls to Maui, Pledges Donations

In the wake of the destruction left behind by the wildfires in Maui, Norwegian Cruise Line is rerouting Pride of America itineraries until the end of August. The ship will replace calls in Kahului, Maui with an overnight call to Hilo on the island of Hawaii and an additional overnight stay in Nawiliwili, in Kauai

Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection Unveils Winter 2024-2025 Itineraries Aboard Evrima and Ilma

Reservations are now open for the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection’s highly anticipated 2024-2025 winter Caribbean itineraries aboard the cruise line’s Evrima and Ilma ships. The upcoming itineraries offer exceptional and unparalleled experiences on board each superyacht and during port visits, from the

The Cologne Cathedral

On August 15, 1248, the cornerstone of the Cologne Cathedral was laid. Construction was completed in 1880, a period of over 600 years. Originally, the Cathedral was conceived as a home for religious relics of the Three

How To Donate To Maui Relief Efforts

The fire that swept through the town of Lahaina on the island of Maui is now the deadliest U.S. wildfire in more than 100 years — with flames at times moving as fast as a mile a minute. More than 2,200 structures in the historic town were either damaged or destroyed in the August 8

Talk About ‘Hidden Gems’: One of the Least-Visited Countries Wants You to Check It Out

As my boat slowly approached the 7-acre islet of Bokanbotin – a 15-minute ride from Majuro, the capital of the Marshall Islands – it looked like I was sailing into a desktop wallpaper. A small white sandy beach wraps around an Edenic jungle. Under the sun, the turquoise water around

The Lengths We’ll Travel for Beyoncé

A week after Beyoncé announced the Renaissance World Tour, I sat hunched over my laptop, with less than two minutes to make a two-thousand-dollar decision. We’re talking $2388.77 for 2 tickets to a Houston show in September. I warred with myself, mentally making a

A Strong Tropical Storm Is Lashing Parts of Japan and Disrupting Holiday Travel

A strong tropical storm lashed central and western Japan with heavy rain and high winds Tuesday, causing flooding and power blackouts and paralyzing air and ground transportation while many people were traveling for a Buddhist holiday week. The storm weakened from Typhoon

Jason Momoa Tells Tourists ‘Do Not Travel to Maui’ as Deadly Fires Devastate Island

Jason Momoa is delivering a stern message to tourists who plan to visit Maui during the deadliest wildfire in modern U.S. history. The Hawaii-native, who has been using social media to help with rescue and fundraising efforts, posted his warning on Instagram Aug. 11. “Maui is not

This Super Easy Stretch Can Fix a Tight Back After a Long Flight, According to a Celebrity Trainer

If a long flight or car ride leaves you with an back ache, this celebrity trainer has the remedy for your next trip. Harley Pasternak, trainer to the likes to Jessica Simpson, Eva Mendes, and more, recently posted a stretch demonstration on Instagram to help alleviate any back pain

OnPolitics: This Supreme Court Case Could Change How Americans With Disabilities Travel

Hi OnPolitics readers. What do you worry about when you’re booking a hotel room? A neighbor playing loud music? A broken air conditioning unit? That’s not all for Julie Reiskin and millions of Americans living with disabilities, who fear they’ll show up to a hotel that doesn’t have

Philadelphia's Coolest New Hotel Is Now Open — With Incredible Local Art and a Gorgeous Boutique

With its stately red-brick façade and black-trimmed bay windows, Philadelphia’s newest boutique hotel seems like it’s always been part of the historic neighborhood of Queen Village. “It’s not meant to be modern from the outside,” says Shannon Maldonado, designer and co-owner of

Seabourn Pursuit Welcomes Guests on Maiden Journey

Seabourn’s second purpose-built expedition ship, Seabourn Pursuit, welcomed its first guests onboard on 12 August before embarking on its eight-day maiden voyage from Valletta, Malta, to Rome, Italy. The ship was officially handed over to Seabourn in Italy earlier this month. It is

The Conrad Downtown Is the Hidden Gem of New York City’s Battery Park

In a city often associated with the dazzle of Times Square, the allure of Broadway and the towering presence of the Empire State Building, lies a serene enclave that encapsulates the essence of a different New York. The Conrad Downtown, a five-star hotel, embodies New York’s

Meet Silver Nova, an Evolutionary New Luxury Cruise Ship

Cruise line Silversea has been evolving its brand of “whispered Italian luxury” for years. Its ships long have been well known for understated elegance, fine dining and service built on empowered crew who rarely use the word, "No." Since 2019, Silversea has introduced a number of

Another Man Overboard on a Cruise Ship, Third in a Month

A third man overboard incident on a cruise ship has been reported in the past 30 days. This time, a 59-year-old guest went missing while sailing Princess Cruises’ Emerald Princess and is now presumed dead. Kenneth Schwalbe, from California, was last seen aboard Emerald

EES Launch Date Remains Unknown, Member States Claim National Implementation Is “In Line” With Other EU Countries

The European Union has been trying hard in recent years to strengthen its external borders and thus become a safer and more secure area for both its citizens and visitors. A series of programs and schemes that aim to control who enters and leaves the 27 Member States and

What Will the Marriott and MGM Resorts Partnership Look Like?

One of the biggest hotel loyalty developments of the summer came from Las Vegas, where MGM Resorts and Marriott announced a new partnership shortly after MGM and Hyatt revealed they were parting ways on their own linked loyalty deal. Marriott and MGM executives were

10 Most Interesting Historic Sites in Egypt & the Stories They Come With

Egypt's historic sites, such as the Nawamis stone structures, Abu Simbel Temples, and Mount Sinai, showcase the rich history and cultural significance of the area. The Valley of the Kings, Luxor Temple, and Bibliotheca Alexandrina are among the most notable historic sites in Egypt

Why Does Anyone Risk Their Lives for Adventure Travel?

On June 18, five adventurers set out on a dangerous mission: to dive down to the wreckage of the Titanic Wreckage at the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean. They traveled in a submersible named Titan, operated by OceanGate, an American expeditions company, and helmed by its

These Are the U.S. Airlines With the Most (And Least) Delays Right Now

Air travel can already be stressful enough, but there’s nothing worse than discovering that your flight has been delayed or even worse, canceled outright. This can be especially frustrating if you have a connecting flight to make or are trying to reach your final destination in time

A New Nonstop Flight Will Bring Travelers Straight to Europe’s Best-Kept Secret

Getting to the Faroe Islands, an archipelago of 18 islands in the North Atlantic, has never been easy from the United States, but a new flight route from New York could change that. Starting August 22, the country’s flagship carrier Atlantic Airways will be flying once weekly direct to

Social Security Act

On August 14, 1935, President Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act to provide a government pension system for the retired. The program is funded with payroll taxes known as Federal Insurance Contributions Act

Tourists With Travel Plans to West Maui Urged to Reschedule

As Hawaii is a hugely popular destination for Australian travellers, some people - while devastated for the people of Hawaii - are also wondering what to do about upcoming travel plans. An official press release has just announced that officials in Maui are urging any visitors to

Have Insurance, Will Travel: Here’s Why Millennials and Gen Z Are Paying For Trip Coverage

Gen Z — 87% — and millennials — 83% — are far more willing to pay extra for travel protections compared to other generations, according to a report by Bank of America. “I think a lot of it goes to the lifestyle of the different generations and where they are traveling,” said Mary Hines

5 Affordable U.S. Destinations To Visit This Fall

With the end of summer approaching, the fall travel planning season has begun. And right now, domestic travel within the United States is surprisingly affordable this fall. Throughout the summer, American travelers saw skyrocketing prices on flights to Europe. The price of airfare

21 Best Family Resorts in Florida, According to Locals

From beaches and theme parks to luxury resorts, the Sunshine State appeals to travelers of every generation. Even Florida residents like to break from routine and play tourist every now and then. “My family loves a staycation,” says Christina Nicholson, a Floridian family and lifestyle

England’s Mysterious Sunken Roads

The path began to descend into the earth as if burrowed out in ancient times by the slithering of a giant worm. As we followed it downwards, the atmosphere changed: the wind became still, the air warmer. The plant life changed, too, the verges of the path becoming a jungle of

The 10 Best Places for Scuba Diving Around the Globe

Those who don’t scuba dive are only getting one angle on all of the world’s best views. The world simply appears different down in the quiet of the deep—and through the underwater looking glass of a scuba mask. With more than 70 percent of the planet’s surface covered by water

How Emerging Tech and Innovative Design Could Make Airports More Inclusive Places

“You’re treated like cattle.” It’s one of the most oft-repeated refrains that passenger experience designer Jo Rowan has heard in dozens of interviews about the current state of airport accessibility. Through her research on the many issues that plague disabled travelers, she’s

Six Ways to Enjoy Your Time in Amsterdam

Amsterdam doesn’t know a low season. There’s the perpetual high season, and then there are two highest seasons: April (tulips!) and July (summer!). Despite the city pulling out all the stops in recent years to limit the number of tourists, the Dutch capital continues to lure visitors

You’re Probably Already Enrolled: How Cruise Loyalty Programs Make Travel Easier, Cheaper

When Barbara Van Elsen takes a cruise, she packs much less than she used to. The 70-year-old has sailed her way to the fourth tier of Holland America Line’s Mariner Society loyalty program, which comes with complimentary laundry and pressing service on board, making it easier to

Farmers’ Almanac Predicts Very Cold Winter in Canada — Where It’ll Snow the Most

Winter may not officially begin until Wednesday, December 21, 2023, but people across much of Canada will have experienced cold temperatures before that date. To help Canadians make plans, as well as anyone planning to travel there, the Farmers’ Almanac has published

Boy Survives Almost 100-Foot Fall in Grand Canyon After Dodging Photo Takers

A teenager fell almost 100 feet into the Grand Canyon after moving out of the way for people to take photos, in one of the latest cases of extreme falls at national parks this summer. Wyatt Kauffman, 13, survived after tumbling 70 to 100 feet below the park’s Bright Angel Point

10 Hotels In Newport, Oregon To Book In The Fall And Revel In Coastal Autumn Charm

Newport, Oregon is a top-rated city with vibrant marine life, incredible museums, and stunning natural scenery, making it a delightful and unforgettable vacation destination regardless of the season. Visiting Newport in the fall offers the benefit of breathtaking autumn views, thinner

Sicily Flights Canceled and Delayed After Mount Etna Erupts

Mount Etna, Europe's largest active volcano, erupted Sunday evening, forcing a slew of cancellations and delays of flights operating to and from Catania Airport (CTA) in Sicily, Italy. The volcanic eruption has left services in and out of the airport suspended until 8 p.m. local time Monday

10 Can't-Miss Shore Excursions in the Cayman Islands

Welcome to the beautiful Cayman Islands, where the sun is shining, the water is crystal clear, and adventure awaits! From snorkeling with gentle stingrays to exploring colorful coral reefs, there’s a shore excursion here for everyone. Here are 10 can’t-miss excursions that will take

The Babe Hits 500

On August 11, 1929, Babe Ruth became the first baseball player to hit 500 career home runs with a home run at League Park in Cleveland, Ohio. Born George Herman Ruth, Jr. on February 6, 1895, Babe Ruth was

Avanti and Polish Tourist Organization Launch Independent Travel Campaign for Advisors

Portland, Oregon, August 8, 2023 – Wholesale FIT tour operator Avanti Destinations has just expanded its offering of vacations, tours, and hotels for advisors’ independent travel clients going to Poland and has

What to Know About Hawaii Travel Right Now

Devastating wildfires in the Hawaiian Islands – coupled with vast communication gaps created by the interruption of services – have many travelers in limbo as they struggle to leave the especially hard-hit island of Maui or reschedule imminent travel plans. Here’s what we

A New Campground Just Opened Outside One of the Country's Best National Parks — With a Heated Pool and Fire Pits

In 2021, Shannon Connolly and her husband decided to take their kids on a month-long road trip through Utah and Colorado's national parks in their family camper, they were disappointed with the camping options along the way. "We love camping and traveling in our

Should They Allow Phone Calls on Planes? You Probably Won’t Like the Answer.

Is it time to allow phone calls on planes? European regulators think so. This summer, the EU quietly cleared in-flight cell phones for takeoff, saying that allowing cell phones on planes would allow for more technological innovation. The EU designated certain frequencies

Key West, Florida, Is a Perfect Winter Getaway — With Nightlife, Stunning Beaches, and a Historic State Park

You don’t have to break out your passport to spend a few days in an island paradise. Just head to Key West, Florida. Key West is home to some of the most spectacular beaches in America, and dare we say, the world. Its gin-clear waters that lap up against white-sand

Meet the Founders of Approved Jets, a Black-owned Private Jet Company

As the aviation industry undergoes a seismic shift, a new chapter is unfolding. The aftermath of the pandemic has brought forth a definitive preference among the well-heeled: the allure of private jets and air travel. Sidestepping the conventional rigmarole of airport

Savoring Maremma, a Quiet Corner of Italy

I woke up to the braying of donkeys. Opening the window to morning air perfumed by wisteria and honeysuckle, I could see the herd — 16 sweet-eyed animals in all — grazing by the olive groves of La Pescaia, a country estate turned idyllic inn that embodies a fantasy of

Manatee Mating Season Is In Full Swing In Florida — What It Means For This Community

A Florida sheriff’s office has a unique message for the county’s concerned residents: “If you see [manatees], no you didn’t,” the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office in Largo, Florida, about 20 miles from Tampa, wrote in a Facebook post accompanied by Marvin Gaye singing Let’s

The 20 Best Restaurants in New York City

New York City is a foodie paradise that can quickly become overwhelming when you pore over the tens of thousands of dinner options available. From no-frills lunch spots to upscale tasting menus, here are the best NYC restaurants catering to various dining styles and

South American Bucket List: 10 Things to Do Once in Your Lifetime

Trek to Machu Picchu in Peru for an unforgettable bucket list experience. Choose the Inca Trail for a popular route or the less crowded Salkantay Trek. Experience the incredible biodiversity of the Amazon Rainforest in Iquitos, Peru. Stay at an eco-lodge and go fishing for

Here's When European Airports and Trains Are Set to Strike This Summer

The summer travel season is upon us. We hope your travel will be trouble-free, but there are several strikes to look out for across Europe. If you're planning to travel during these dates and need advice, read our guide to insurance policies and strike coverage. Additionally, find

Savour Melbourne’s Best Coffee Spots With Coffee Expert Jane Ormond

Melbourne regularly hits the "world’s best coffee cities" lists, and once you start exploring the nooks and crannies of its laneways and inner-city suburbs, you'll see why. It's a town for coffee purists – more pour-over than pumpkin spice latte. Melbourne's coffee culture

Photo Tour: Live from Norwegian Viva in Europe

If there is one thing that Norwegian Cruise Line is good at, it is continually reinventing the kind of cruise vacation it offers. From the more staid, traditional form of cruising in the 1990's to the "Freestyle" revolution of the early 2000's, Norwegian has never been one to rest on

Disney Cruise Ships: Smallest to Largest (2023)

Disney cruise ships stand as far as cruise ships go. With over 25 years in the cruise industry, Disney Cruise Line appeals to both first-time cruisers and Disney enthusiasts. Keep reading to learn about Disney Cruise ships, their unique features, and adult activities onboard

Magellan Sets Sail

On August 10, 1519, five ships under the command of Ferdinand Magellan left Seville seeking a passage through South America to reach India. Spain had ceded the eastern passage around Africa to Portugal, so

Women Who Travel Podcast: When Camping Goes Wrong

In another special mini episode of Women Who Travel, Lale catches up with listener Jamie, who says she loves the idea of camping, but can never quite get it right. Enter, calamitous stories of thunderstorms in the Grand Canyon and a misguided weekend at a music festival

‘This Is Not a Safe Place to Be’: Raging Brush Fires Impacting Air Travel to Some Hawaiian Islands

Authorities on Maui said parts of the island are not safe for tourists and are working with airlines to get visitors back to the U.S. mainland as wind-driven wildfires continue to rage across the country’s 50th state. During a Wednesday news conference, officials said there are at

The Busiest Travel Days for Labor Day Weekend — and Where Travelers Are Headed

While summer vacations may still be underway, travelers planning for a Labor Day Weekend end of the season may want to take new data into account. The holiday weekend, which traditionally marks the end of the summer travel season, will see travelers explore popular

‘Traveling by Flight Is Not a Great Idea for Me’ With Wheelchair Damage Risk, Flyer Says

Lindsey Wells said even relatively minor damage to her power wheelchair can make for a less-than-ideal vacation. Sure enough, she found herself in that position. Wells flew Southwest Airlines from Sacramento to Los Angeles on July 19. And when she arrived at LAX, she

9 New England Road Trip Itineraries for Any Season

New England may be known for its autumn reds and yellows, but to us, there’s no bad time to cross the region by car. Officially consisting of the six states of Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island, New England is filled with

12 Best Places to Visit in Norway

Simply put, Norway is spectacular. Along the west coast, shimmering blue fjords carve deep into the interior, with picture-perfect villages hugging the shores and gravity-defying farms clinging to the steep slopes above. Elsewhere, the coastline is less dramatic but still

COVID Cases Have Ticked Up. Should You Start to Worry About Traveling Again?

COVID-19 is so last season, right? But the disease that has rocked the world for the past three years does still exist. COVID hospitalizations ticked up this week, with over 9,000 across the country, and moderate infection rates have been reported in Southern

11 Creepy Things You Didn’t Know About the Stanley Hotel

The Stanley Hotel may be famous for inspiring Stephen King's book, but 'The Shining' was actually filmed elsewhere. Room 217 at the Stanley Hotel is haunted by Elizabeth Wilson, a housekeeper who died in a gas leak accident. The fourth floor of the Stanley Hotel is the

Virgin Galactic Prepares for Landmark Commercial Space Trip

In a pioneering leap towards the future of space tourism, Virgin Galactic is gearing up for its highly anticipated first commercial flight to space this week. Scheduled for Thursday, this historic journey will carry an eclectic trio of passengers on the VSS Unity. Leading the group

Resorts World Cruises to launch Japan itinerary from Hong Kong

Resorts World Cruises is launching a new six-day itinerary to Okinawa prefecture in Japan onboard Resorts World One, departing every fortnight from Hong Kong from 1 October 2023. The ship will set sail on every alternate Sunday and call at Naha, the capital of Okinawa

Cruise Port Sees Record 50,000 Passengers in One Weekend

This past weekend, Vancouver, Canada saw a considerable rise in the number of cruise passengers. The downtown district was bustling with travelers making their way to the Canada Place cruise terminal located at the Port of Vancouver. It was an unprecedented amount of

The First Mass in the Sistine Chapel

On this date in 1483, the first mass was held in the newly constructed Sistine Chapel. Celebrating the Feast of the Assumption, the ceremony consecrated the chapel, dedicating it to the Virgin Mary. The Sistine Chapel was

Travel Insurance: What It Covers and When to Buy It

In the wake of Covid, travel insurance sales have spiked with the rebound in travel as people seek to protect their investments against flight delays and cancellations, extreme weather events and the persistence of the virus. But travel insurance is complicated with a range of

Rising Prices for Travel Do Not Appear to Be Curbing Wanderlust

The post-pandemic travel boom and the high ticket prices that come with it show no signs of slowing well into next year, despite economic uncertainty and dwindling household savings. While questions linger about how much longer consumers will continue to indulge, airlines

Indigenous-Led Tourism: How to Choose a Travel Experience That Benefits People and Nature

From Australia to Costa Rica, Indigenous-led tourism is on the rise. How can you have a 'mind-expanding' and ethical experience? Any meaningful travel experience should leave you with a deeper knowledge of the place you visit. The rise of Indigenous-led tourism speaks to

This Charming City Is a Hidden Gem in New York’s Finger Lakes Region — And It Has a State Park With 19 Waterfalls

The Finger Lakes region in upstate New York is known for its stunning scenery, world-class wineries, and charming small towns. (It was even named one of the top 50 best places to travel in 2022 by Travel + Leisure editors.) At the southern tip of Seneca Lake — the largest Finger

Airfare Enters Its Cheaper Era. But for How Long?

There’s finally some good news for travelers in a hot, crowded, expensive summer: Airfare is starting to cool. The bad news? It isn’t expected to last. Domestic round-trip airfare — already a big bargain compared to unusually pricey international flights over the summer — dropped to

I Traveled on an Overnight Sleeper Train for the First Time. Here Are 4 Mistakes I Made, and 3 Things I’m Glad I Did.

I took my first sleeper train, traveling about 12 hours from Brussels to Berlin and back. I made a few mistakes, like traveling in skinny jeans and booking a cheaper seat rather than a bed. But I'm glad I packed an eye mask, ear plugs, and plenty of food and water

Thousands of Flights Are Delayed After Severe Storms Disrupt Air Travel

Thousands of flights have been delayed or canceled Tuesday following a round of severe storms that hammered the eastern United Sates. More than 350 flights were canceled Tuesday, with another 2,200 delayed, according to data from FlightAware. It’s a significant improvement

The 8 Coolest Hotel Pools in the World

For many people, just imagining the sparkling turquoise waters of a swimming pool can evoke memories of summer and freedom. But nothing beats a hotel swimming pool, where taking dips and doing laps can happen anytime between superlative meals and luxurious sleeps

UNESCO Says Venice Is in Danger as a Destination—Should You Still Visit?

Venice has long been teetering in a delicate state, suffering the impact of over-tourism exacerbated by the effects of climate change. While the Italian city has desperately been installing measures to curb its list of growing issues, the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and

Crew of Carnival Cruise Line’s Mardi Gras Rescues Couple From Sailboat at Sea

Crew members aboard Carnival Cruise Line's Port Canaveral, Florida-based Mardi Gras played an unexpected role this week. They rescued a couple stranded at sea. Carnival said its Mardi Gras crew received a call from the U.S. Coast Guard to help rescue a man and a woman from a

This National Park Closes Scenic Road Due To Bear Activity — Why It Is Necessary

The scenic Rich Mountain Road in Great Smoky Mountains National Park is closed until future notice due to bear activity. The road closure in the park’s Cades Cove area began on Saturday after a visitor in a vehicle was scratched by a bear that has become used to humans and

6 Reasons Why Northern Baja Should Be Your Next Mexico Getaway

Tijuana’s claim to fame is being the Most Visited Border City in the world. While this sprawling underrated city does receive a ton of tourism, most of it comes from foot traffic. Being the most visited border crossing in the world, these tourism statistics are heavily inflated by border

Book These 10 West End London Hotels For A Theatrical Stay

The West End is a vibrant district in London known for its attractions, restaurants, pubs, and theaters, making it a popular destination for tourists. The article provides a list of hotels in the West End that cater to a range of budgets, from luxurious options to more affordable

Cyprus Still Needs to Meet Certain Requirements Before Joining Visa Waiver Program, US Official Says

Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for International Affairs at the US Department of Homeland Security, Robert Paschall, has said that Cyprus is on the right track, but it still needs to meet certain prerequisites to join the Visa Waiver Program. Such a remark from Paschall was

Cruise Ship to Accommodate Olympic Surfers at Paris 2024

You’ve heard of the Olympic Village, but what about the Olympic…cruise ship? Apparently, that’s where surfers will stay during the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, which, for surfing, will be held in Tahiti, French Polynesia, at Teahupo’o. The cruise ship in question? The Aranui

Save Big on a Cruise From the Danube River to the Black Sea This Fall

Anybody who would love a river cruise on Europe’s Danube River, and has time to spare this fall, can save a significant amount of money on fares if they book passage soon. That’s because tour guide operator Collette has kicked off a flash sale on its Cruising the Danube to the

Travelers Describe Time With Local Family on Collette’s ‘Colors of Morocco’ Tour as ‘Powerful Experience'

Pawtucket, RI (August 7, 2023) – Collette has seen a surge in rave reviews of its “Colors of Morocco” small group explorations tour in the past year. Travelers have been enjoying their time on the 15-day tour through

The Great Train Robbery

On August 8, 1963, a group of 15 men held up a train at Bridego Railway Bridge, Ledburn near Mentmore in Buckinghamshire, England. The robbery did not go well. The robbers were misinformed, ill-equipped and

Azores Airlines Slated to Fly Transatlantic Flights From Porto

Azores Airlines, a small Portuguese carrier, is looking to further expand its footprint in North America. Starting June 2024, the carrier plans to fly between Porto — one of Portugal's largest cities and major tourist destinations — and three North American destinations: Boston

Oak Lawn Travel Agent Accused of Scamming Families Faces Charges

A suburban woman posing as a travel agent who CBS 2 has investigated multiple times is going to have to answer to a judge. Maysoon Nasir was arrested over the weekend on several felony charges including identify theft. CBS 2's Lauren Victory reported about multiple

1,300 Flights Canceled, Thousands More Delayed Due to Stormy East Coast Weather

More than 1,300 flights in the U.S. are canceled, and another 5,700-plus are delayed as of 5:30 p.m. Eastern with severe weather blanketing much of the East Coast Monday, according to flight-tracking website FlightAware. The Federal Aviation Administration warned on

In Ireland’s ‘Forgotten County,’ a Tiny Inn Does It Right

The back story of Breac House, a tiny hotel in northwest Ireland’s County Donegal, sounds like a cautionary tale: Two city-slickers, accountants from Dublin, who’d never worked at a hotel or served a scone, decide to open a custom-built, designer property on a remote

This Hotel Was Just Named the Best in Nashville — With a Swanky New Bar and a Rooftop Pool

With its living green walls, gallery-worthy art collection, and midcentury Italian-inspired decor, it’s clear from the moment you arrive that The Joseph, a Luxury Collection Hotel, isn’t your typical Music City haunt. A favorite city among Travel + Leisure readers, Nashville is known

This Organization Uses Travel to Transform Black Boys' Lives in Baltimore

When Matt Hanna started teaching in Baltimore over a decade ago, he was unaware of some of the hardships his students faced. He lived in the same urban neighborhood as the kids he taught. On the weekends, he noticed many of the young, Black boys never had much to do

The New Orleans Neighborhood You Must Visit

New Orleans is one of America’s best cities to visit for its delicious food, lively music, and beautiful architecture. You can find all three of these things in the Garden District and a variety of other neighborhoods uptown—aka upriver, or up the Mississippi River. Known for its

UNESCO Says Venice Is in Danger as a Destination—Should You Still Visit?

Venice has long been teetering in a delicate state, suffering the impact of over-tourism exacerbated by the effects of climate change. While the Italian city has desperately been installing measures to curb its list of growing issues, the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and

This French City To Allow Swimming In Its River — Why It’s Back After A 100-Year Absence

When the 2024 Summer Olympics begin in Paris, France, the opening ceremony will take place on the Seine River instead of inside a stadium. What’s more remarkable though, is that the famed river will play a much larger role in those Olympics. Indeed, several swimming

England’s Last Wild-Camping Refuge Saved as Campaigners Win Legal Battle Against Landowners

According to a local legend, when a wealthy businessman sought to make a profit by farming on Dartmoor, Old Crockern – the mythological protector of the moors – cursed the venture and drove the man away. That same spirit may have ridden again this week: on Monday, July

How to Use the Tube in London

Forget taking expensive taxis or the horror of renting a car (you’ll spend longer stuck in traffic than doing much else). The Underground (or the Tube, as it’s known across the pond) is London’s not-so-secret weapon and hands-down the most efficient way to travel around the

Bimini & Its Free Beaches: What To Know When Cruising Into This Port

Located only 55.6 miles from Miami, the small Bimini Island stretches over 14 miles and is the Bahamas' westernmost district. This tiny island is one of the most beautiful places travelers can visit in the Bahamas, and its new port makes the island accessible for those traveling

HRH The Princess Royal to Open Aberdeen South Harbour

Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal is to officially open the Port of Aberdeen’s multimillion-pound South Harbour expansion during a quayside event with 200 invited guests on 22 September 2023. A specially designed accropode will be unveiled at the event to

Greece to Introduce Caps on Daily Visitors to Acropolis

Starting on September 4, a limited number of daily visitors will be permitted to enter Greece’s historic monument of the Acropolis, as the respective authorities try to put a strap on mass tourism. According to Lina Mendoni, the Culture Minister, daily visitors to the Athens

The Purple Heart

On August 7, 1782, General George Washington issued orders to the Continental Army creating the Badge of Military Merit, better known as "The Purple Heart". Designed by Washington himself, the medal was intended

‘I Cried With Anger’: The Trials and Torment When Travelling With Blindness

Afew years ago, I was travelling from Cambridge to London and was accused by an irate train guard of faking my blindness. “I saw you walking down the platform – all breezy and easy. You are not special, you know.” After trying to graciously explain that blindness covers a

Lonely Planet Marks 50 Years of Globe-Spanning Travel Guides

As the Lonely Planet books mark 50 years of travel guides, CNN's Laila Harrak talks to Lonely Plant co-founder Tony Wheeler about his own low-budget journey that spawned a global empire and how travel has changed in the decades since

5 Reasons To Visit This Lesser-Known Island In The Bahamas

Do you know what’s really needed when we get a vacation from work and some time to relax? A beach getaway. Popular Caribbean destinations are teeming with tourists year-round, so it’s time to start looking at alternatives to avoid high costs and crowded streets

This Colorado Mountain Town Has Year-round Outdoor Adventures Accessible Via Scenic Heritage Railroad

Silverton, Colorado is one of those rare places where mountain views greet you in every direction, and where everyone seems to be off climbing, skiing, hiking, or river rafting. Though its history is rooted in mining — gold and silver were discovered in this area in the late 19th

The 18 Best Places to See Fall Foliage in the U.S.

With the glowing golds of aspens and hickories, the burnt orange of sumac, and the vermilions and plums of oaks and maples, the fall colors of autumn are some of nature’s most spectacular displays. Fortunately, if you live in the United States, you won’t have to travel too

What Happens if You Don’t Put Your Phone Into Airplane Mode?

It’s the final moments gearing up for takeoff, when you notice your seatmate is replying to text messages on their cell phone—which they clearly haven’t put into airplane mode yet. Cue the spike of fear. Are they really just breaking the rules? And most importantly: Is this

Skip the Line: 4 Tools to Help You Move Through Airports Faster

As a frequent flyer, one of the things I hate the most is the long lines at security and waiting at airports. Although very necessary for security matters, they can be a headache for travelers. However, there are four tools, some are paid and others free, that help me save

This Resort Offers World-Class Rafting, Glamping With Hot Tubs, and Gourmet Dinners

There’s nothing like relaxing in a hot tub and then enjoying a gourmet dinner after a long day of world-class white-water rafting. Yes, you read that correctly: White-water rafting and luxury camping. The combination is possible thanks to the Deluxe Gauley River Overnight

Creative Ways to Save Money on Lodging While Traveling

Traveling is expensive these days as flight and hotel prices have soared. Some travelers have come up with innovative ways to save money on where you rest your head. Mississippi native Lillian Smith is making her travel dreams come true, but she's not paying for pricey hotels

Cruise Passengers Smuggled 5 KG of Cocaine Into Miami, Authorities Say

Two sisters allegedly smuggled close to 5 kilograms of cocaine in their luggage last month while taking a week-long cruise from Miami through Mexico and the Caribbean, a report from a federal investigator says. According to a criminal complaint filed by a U.S. Department

The World’s 12 Best Literary Festivals

Whether you are a reader or a writer, nothing is more exciting than hearing and seeing some of your favorite authors in real life. All around the world, there are fantastic literary festivals and events taking place. Many focus on different genres—be it travel or poetry—but all leave

10 Reasons Why You Should Visit Algarve Over Amalfi Coast This Summer

Algarve's pristine beaches offer stunning natural beauty and unique charm, from limestone cliffs at Praia da Marinha to hidden coves at Praia do Camilo. With its inviting climate, Algarve provides long, sunny days for outdoor excursions, water sports, and tranquil beach days

Some Airfares May Finally Drop This Fall, but It Isn’t All Good News for Travelers

For Americans who have postponed trips due to sky-high airfares this summer, some relief may be on the way — at least for some trips. Some return of travel demand seasonality is expected this fall, according to airlines. In other words, record-breaking travel demand is

Is This the End of the Summer Vacation as We Know It?

This year, everything from scorching heat to fires, floods, tornadoes and hail storms driven by climate change have disrupted the plans of travelers around the world. A summer getaway remains a powerful desire, but it’s at a tipping point

Captain Sandy Yawn and Michelle Dunham Chosen as Co-Godmothers of Celebrity Ascent

When it comes to choosing a godmother for Celebrity Ascent, Celebrity Cruises is once again keeping it all in the family. The cruise line announced today that the new Edge-class ship will have not one but two godmothers; and they also happen to be sisters. Captain Sandy

Champagne Is Discovered

"Come quickly, I am drinking the stars!" That little pronouncement, like so many other legends surrounding the Benedictine monk Dom Pierre Pérignon, is a matter of speculation. According to tradition, on August 4

The Hotel Service Everyone Forgets About — but Can Change the Way You Vacation

On a recent trip to Florence, I made a rookie mistake: as I was putting together the last-minute getaway, I neglected to reserve timed tickets to the Uffizi Gallery and the Galleria dell’Accademia. These iconic attractions are known to sell out days if not weeks in advance, so I

How to Experience Machu Picchu

One of the New Seven Wonders of the World and a UNESCO World Heritage site, Machu Picchu is practically synonymous with Peru. Built during the 15th century, this Inca citadel was abandoned sometime after the Spanish invasion and remained unexplored until 1911 when

Jet Lag: Get Back in the Rhythm

You finally made it to Paris, but instead of running up the Eiffel Tower, you’re passing out in your soufflé. Blame jet lag, when your body’s circadian rhythm — its expected sleep and wake times — is out of sync with your new location, leaving you with brain fog at midday or

Greek PM Offers Free Rhodes Vacations to Everyone Whose Trip Was Affected by Wildfires

Greece’s prime minister is offering a “do-over” for travelers whose trips to the holiday island of Rhodes were canceled or truncated due to the country’s wildfires this summer. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis appeared on the UK chat show Good Morning Britain on August 2 to

This Surprising Destination Was Voted Best In The World By Travelers

We may all have our own personal favorites, but most travelers can agree when they visit a destination that is truly awesome. For Americans, Mexico will always be one of those places – a country packed with stunning scenery, incredible food, and a vibrant culture

Do I Need A Travel Visa For My Next Trip?

There’s nothing like heading off to parts unknown — especially if it requires a passport and earns you more stamps. Traveling is how people learn about themselves, gain new experiences, and sometimes even make new friends that they might have otherwise never met. But while

190 People Evacuated From Delta Flight After Tires Catch Fire, Burst While Landing

Tires on a Delta Boeing 757 caught fire and burst into flames while landing Wednesday afternoon, resulting in the evacuation of 190 passengers on to an Atlanta airport tarmac, The Federal Aviation Administration reported. At approximately 6 p.m., while landing at

13 Treated After LIRR Train Derails in Queens

All eight cars of a Long Island Rail Road train derailed Thursday morning, injuring 13 passengers. It happened near the Jamaica station in Queens. Thirteen people were treated. Two had more serious injuries, according to officials, but all of them are stable. LIRR riders should

One of Carnival's Cruise Lines Hosting Chocolate Themed Cruise

Costa Cruises, one of nine cruise line owned and operated by Carnival Corporation, will be hosting a chocolate themed cruise later this year on one of their ships. ‘ChocoCruise – Explore the World of Chocolate’ will take place on Costa’s newest cruise ship, Costa Toscana, on

Comparing ETIAS With a Visa: What Are the Main Differences

The ETIAS is not a visa. The European Union authorities have repeated it continuously, often offering reasons why this travel requirement for entering the Schengen Area Member States, Bulgaria, Cyprus and Romania for the nationals of over 60 world countries is nowhere near

Columbus Sets Sail

On this day in 1492, Christopher Columbus set sail from Palos de la Frontera, Spain with three ships: the Nina, the Pinta and the Santa Maria. His great quest for a western route to Asia from Europe found no

Did the CDC Issue a Travel Advisory for Florida?

Media reports that the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has issued a travel advisory for Florida are—simply put—not true. Here’s where the rumor started: A recent CDC research letter noted that Central Florida has reported an increase in cases of leprosy, or Hansen Disease

Years After Putting It Off, I Finally Checked off These ‘Magical’ Islands My Bucket List

I’ve been wanting to visit the Galapagos for years. So, why take the bucket list trip now? Like many post-Covid Americans, I was eager to travel this summer, but every place seemed like it would be hot or crowded. But In April, when my sister Janice suggested we finally go to

How Scuba Diving in the Red Sea Redefined My Idea of Regenerative Travel

A quick glance at my dive computer showed a steady 63 feet below the surface—a depth that, in and of itself, is quite forgettable. Neutrally buoyant, I hovered above the sandy bottom, starstruck at what was in front of me. Most dives involve coral and colorful fish. The good

I'm an Anxious Flier, but This Trick Helps Me Stay Calm on Every Flight

This may come as a shock, but yes, professional travel writers also get flight anxiety. I fly at least twice a month for work, but have always been an anxious flier. But luckily, I've found one easy-to-use app that helps calm my nerves every time I take off. And it's entirely free. It

‘Keep It Safe’: Flyer Asks Airline to Do Better After Damage to Her First Power Wheelchair

Addie Loerzel’s first trip with her power wheelchair did not go as planned. When she arrived in Portland, Maine, her chair was broken and would not turn on. Loerzel, 17, has spina bifida and received her first power wheelchair about six months ago. She was traveling from her

France to Offer €1 Train Fares This Summer

Traveling around France on a budget this summer has gained another level of excitement with the announcement of discounted train fares. French Minister for Transport, Clément Beaune, has initiated a campaign to make train travel more affordable, offering thousands of fixed

What to Eat, See, and Do When Exploring Toronto’s Little Jamaica Neighborhood

I’ve been visiting Little Jamaica with my Dad since I was a kid, grabbing food and groceries, jamming with his friends in one of the many recording studios, and listening to tales of the area when they were young, new arrivals from Jamaica. I remember the waves, the nods

The Best Art Exhibits in New York City Right Now

Get thee to New York's museums and get thee to them now. There's an end in sight to summer's dog days, and with the promise of cooler early-autumn days comes a fresh turnover in the exhibitions on offer throughout the city. Some of the big summer tentpoles—Africa

Newborn Brother And Sister Tiger Cubs Introduced At The San Diego Zoo

The birth of two adorable Sumatran tiger cubs earlier this month is good news for the San Diego Zoo Safari Park’s Tull Family Tiger Trail habitat, but it’s great news for the worldwide Sumatran tiger population. “We are elated about the birth of these tiger cubs,” Lisa Peterson

Book These 10 Best Hostels in London for a Budget-Friendly Stay

For travelers planning a trip to London, finding budget-friendly accommodations that don't compromise on quality can be a challenge. Hotels in London can be expensive, but the best alternative is a hostel. Fortunately, London has an impressive selection of hostels that are

Hilton’s CEO Teases a New Luxury Competitor to Marriott’s Edition

The hotel industry's branding equivalent of keeping up with the Joneses (or Kardashians) continues to thrive — and the latest move points to a new luxury offering in the works. Major hotel companies like Marriott, Hilton and Hyatt often move in lockstep when it comes to brand

9 Things You Need to Know About ETIAS Before It Becomes Effective in 2024

A year away from now, travellers from over 60 world countries, who currently can travel to the Schengen Area without a visa, will need to apply for a travel authorisation in order to be able to enter any of the Member States. The launch of the European Travel Information and

Cruise Line Adds New Cruises to Tahiti and Bora Bora in 2024/2025

One of the world’s leading destination focused cruise lines has added new cruises to Tahiti in 2024/2025 that will visit boutique ports and off-the-beaten-track islands. In addition to the new cruises to Tahiti, Oceania Cruises announced new exotic Caribbean sailings on the

Explora Journeys EXPLORA I Sets Sail on Maiden Voyage

Today, EXPLORA I has set sail on a seven-night sailing taking guests to Lerwick, Shetland Islands and Kirkwall, Orkney before heading to Reykjavik, Iceland! “It is our absolute honor to welcome the very first guests onboard our extraordinary ship and share this special moment

Norwegian Viva Entertainment Dropped for Inaugural Sailing

With the debut of Norwegian Cruise Line’s newest ship rapidly approaching, the company has announced that there will be at least one big change to the onboard entertainment offered. In a letter to travel partners and guests booked aboard the inaugural sailing of Norwegian

Americans Are Going Abroad in Droves — At the Expense of Domestic Travel

Travelers are increasingly opting for destinations abroad at the expense of dometic trips. That’s driving up international airfares and room rates, while domestic growth lags. The shift is good news for passengers who want to stay closer to home — but bad news for airlines that

Kokum: India’s Naturally Cooling Fruit Juice

Scrawled with chalk on a small blackboard in Maharashtra, India, there was a list of items available at the small restaurant where I took shelter to escape from the sweltering midday heat. "Kokum Sherbet Rs 25 [£0.24]", the blackboard read. The deep red sherbet (a

PT-109

The United States PT-109 was a World War II-era boat used in the Pacific Theater. It was commanded by 26-year-old skipper John F. Kennedy. A Japanese destroyer patrolling on a moonless night smashed into PT-109

American Eagle Passes Sea Trials: The 1st of 12 New American Cruise Lines Coastal Cats

GUILFORD, CT—August 1, 2023—American Eagle, the first American Cruise Lines’ Coastal Cat, has passed Sea Trials with flying colors. American Cruise Lines accepted delivery of the 100-passenger small ship from

Formula 1 Races Are the Next Big U.S. Travel Destination

Miami’s Formula 1 gridwalk during the May 2023 race felt like a Hollywood red carpet event had been teleported to a racetrack. As a member of the press, I was ushered into the crowd and quickly found myself crammed between the Jonas Brothers and J Balvin as I

O’Hare Named Travel Publication’s ‘Favorite Airport Dining’ Experience

Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport has been honored for its dining options for the fourth consecutive year by a popular travel website. Global Traveler’s annual “Trazee Awards” named O’Hare as the publication’s “Favorite Airport Dining” experience, an honor that it has

10 Best Destinations for Eco-Travel to Add to Your Travel Checklist

Costa Rica is a renowned eco-tourism destination with biodiverse ecosystems, national parks, and protected areas. Visitors can support Monteverde and its residents who were severely impacted by the pandemic. The Galápagos Islands in Ecuador offer diverse ecosystems

New California Airport Ban Will Completely Change How You Travel

Along with having to take off one's shoes and the rise of body scanners, stringent liquid rules are one of the biggest changes to come out of post-9/11 airport travel. In 2006, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) changed its onboard liquid regulations to less than 3.4

Central Florida Is a Hotspot for Leprosy, Report Says

When a 54-year-old landscaper came into an Orlando dermatology clinic with a splotchy, painful rash, Dr. Rajiv Nathoo took five or six biopsies. The rash was spreading from the man’s limbs to his face, but previous doctors had been stumped by what was causing it. The

Six Ways to Avoid the Tourist Logjams in Venice

Venice is so congested that it has become the embodiment of overtourism. Each year millions of tourists flock to this small city, home to a dwindling local population of 50,000, and the hordes in St. Mark’s Square are legendary. Yet visiting Venice doesn’t always require taking

Travelling From Barcelona to London by Air Is Cheaper Than by Train, Report Reveals

A recent report released by Greenpeace has revealed that even though train travel offers a more environmentally friendly option, travelling from London to Barcelona by air has been proved to be cheaper. Greenpeace also highlights the significant cost disparity between air travel

France Expects Over One Million Tourists for 2024 Paris Olympic Games

The 2024 Paris Olympic Games is one of the most anticipated sports events in history. According to the Tourist Information Center, the City of Light is expecting to welcome over a million visitors. The city is also welcoming 10,500 athletes and 4,400 para-athletes from 206

64-Year-Old Woman Falls Off Spectrum of the Seas, Search Efforts Ongoing

On Monday, a 64-year-old Indian woman reportedly fell overboard Royal Caribbean cruise ship Spectrum of the Seas as it traversed the Singapore Strait. Though search efforts are underway, they have yet to recover the missing passenger. The woman’s traveling companion

Celebrity Cruises Awarded 18 Wine Spectator Awards

Today, Celebrity Cruises has been awarded 18 Wine Spectator awards for its wine program and restaurants, with some of the cruise line’s restaurants receiving awards for their 11th consecutive year! Celebrity Cruises has continued to be the only cruise line to receive “Best

Tersan Officially Completes Havila Polaris and Havila Pollux

Havila Voyages has taken delivery of cruise ships Havila Polaris and Havila Pollux at the Tersan shipyard in Turkey on 1 August 2023. During an official ceremony, the Norwegian flag and the Havila Voyages flag were raised onboard both ships, marking “a milestone for the shipping

The World’s Safest Countries for LGBTQ Travelers to Visit Right Now

For most lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer travelers, planning a trip often involves researching local attitudes and laws relevant to the LGBTQ community. Thankfully, the internet is home to a long list of important resources for LGBTQ travelers, which includes the

The Team Behind This Trendy NYC Bar Is Opening a New Train-Themed Pub in Moynihan Station

For any traveler who's a bit too early for their Amtrak train, or wants a spot to figure out the first thing to do upon arriving in New York City, will soon have a place to go. Right in the beautifully redone Moynihan Train Hall will be a new outpost for travelers looking for a post or

An ‘Aladdin’ Suite in Times Square, Flying With Four Seasons and Other Hotel News You Missed

Every month when I sit down to write my monthly hotel news column, I ask myself the same question: Where did the last month go? And now, with the Fourth of July past us, I'm unnerved by the thoughts of summer — and summer travel — coming to an end. But even though

Family-Friendly Bliss: 10 Best Hotels for Families in London for a Fun Stay

London offers unforgettable family staycations with incredible attractions like the Science Museum and numerous family-friendly hotels. The recommended hotels in this list have a rating above 8.0 and cater to the needs of vacationers visiting London for family trips. Each hotel

Great Wolf Lodge Rooms Will Be Available for $84 Soon. Here’s How to Book One.

Families in need of vacay on a budget are in luck: Great Wolf Lodge is offering an $84 room special for one day this week. The flash sale will only last one day – Friday – or 8/4. The special is available at all U.S. resorts, a Great Wolf Lodge spokesperson told USA TODAY. The

We’re Facing the End of the Post-pandemic ‘Revenge Travel’, Says the Points Guy’s Brian Kelly

Brian Kelly, The Points Guy founder, joins ‘Squawk Box’ to discuss the summer travel surge, challenges ahead of consumers, how to best utilize airline miles credit card points, and and more

The Last Diary Entry of Anne Frank

From July 6, 1942 until August 4, 1944, a teenage Jewish girl kept a diary. She was in hiding with her family and others in the Netherlands from Nazis who were deporting Jews to concentration camps. Hidden away in a

Marriott Raises Profit Forecast on Strong Travel Demand

Marriott International Inc (MAR.O) raised its full-year profit forecast on Tuesday, as the U.S. hotel operator bets on higher room rates and resilient travel demand to boost its earnings. Hotel operators have begun to reap benefits from a strong rebound in international travel as

The Benefits of Private Jet Travel

Sure, you understand the benefits of flying private. There's flexibility, security, and autonomy. But when you fly with TCS World Travel, a company that's been helming curated private jet travel packages for more than three decades, it's so more than that. There's more direct

What’s Covered by Credit Card Travel Accident and Emergency Evacuation Insurance?

Many perks available from your credit cards are well-known and well-utilized. However, benefits such as trip cancellation insurance, delayed baggage insurance, lost baggage insurance, and trip delay protection can quite literally save the day and justify paying an annual fee

After Massive Hungarian Passport Fraud, U.S. Tightens Travel Restrictions

The United States on Tuesday said it would restrict access for Hungarians to its visa-waiver program amid concerns that foreign nationals have used fraudulently obtained passports to enter the country. Hungarians will only be able to enter the country once during a single year

JetBlue Cuts Forecast on Shift to International Travel, End of American Airlines Partnership

JetBlue Airways slashed its 2023 outlook and warned of a potential loss in the current quarter. The airline forecast annual earnings per share of no more than 40 cents, down from an earlier estimate for as much as $1.JetBlue said it is challenged by a shift toward

Planning to Visit Barcelona or Dubrovnik? It's Going to Cost You.

When Hester Van Buren, a deputy mayor of Amsterdam, recently proposed a 1 percent increase to the city’s tourist accommodation tax — which is already among the highest in Europe — her City Council colleagues responded with a single criticism: They wanted the increase to

Wildfires in Europe: Is It Safe to Travel to Greece & Italy?

Deadly wildfires in Southern Europe haven’t stopped UK holiday companies from bringing packages to Rhodes back on sale, while the Greek island experienced one of the worst weeks of the year as the blaze resulted in two casualties. However, climate change’s impact on Italy

U.S. Air Travel Has Been a Disaster This Summer, but Help Is on the Way

Earlier this month, government leaders made an important step toward fixing a lot of the problems with air travel today. On July 20, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill to reauthorize the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for the next five years. If approved, the

Check Out These Four Festivals and Celebrations in the Bahamas

From Grand Bahama to Eleuthera, The Bahamas is a party animal. While Christmas and New Year’s Eve are observed, this archipelago doesn’t need a holiday to get the revelry going. Here, simply living is something to celebrate. Here are four festivals and celebrations to

Pack Your Flip-Flops, Slather on the Sunscreen: 8 Best Hotels on the Beach in California

California and the beach go together like milk and cookies. Sand and sunshine epitomize the state’s outdoorsy lifestyle, and one of the best ways to soak in the majesty of the Pacific is to book a hotel on the beach in California –a place where you’ll get to wake up to ocean views

U.S. Embassy Issues Security Alert for Dublin — What Americans Need to Know

Ireland may generally be one of the safest countries in the world, but Dublin, like other big cities, still has its share of crime. In fact, the U.S. Embassy in Dublin recently issued a security alert for U.S. citizens traveling there. “With a number of recent incidents reported in Irish

Should Travelers Get Another COVID Booster Before Traveling?

Dr. Mallika Marshall is answering your medical questions. If you have a question, email her or message her on Facebook or Twitter. A viewer, Janice, writes, "I am 71 years old and will be traveling to France and Spain in early September. My most recent booster was in

9 of the Best Road Trips in Indias: Go to the Heart of the Subcontinent

In India, every journey is an experience, whether you rumble across the subcontinent on a classic Enfield motorcycle or rattle through the hills in a chartered 4WD. The simple act of traveling from A to B in India will immerse you in the sights, sounds and sensations of the

The 15 Best Restaurants in London

London is an exceptionally diverse city, and its rich and varied cuisines reflect this at all different price points. From the most traditional British classics to new trendy openings and a selection of the city’s best food markets, the London food scene will have you spoiled for

Book These 10 Best Hyatt Hotels In London For An Unforgettable Stay

London offers a unique blend of size, diversity, and vibrant culture, with famous landmarks like Big Ben and St. Paul's Cathedral, as well as attractions like the London Eye. Hyatt hotels in London, though not as numerous as Marriott, are known for their luxurious

Seabourn Reveals Seabourn Pursuit

Today, Seabourn Cruise Line has released Seabourn Pursuit during a maritime ceremony at the T. Mariotti shipyard in Genoa, Italy! Seabourn Pursuit is the cruise lines’ second purpose-built ultra luxury vessel and newest expedition ship. “I am honored to share this

Cruise Line Raises Prices on Specialty Dining, Effective September 1

Cruisers have only one month more to enjoy Holland America Line’s old fees on select specialty dining offers. After raising its prices last June, the cruise line is rolling out another set of increases across the fleet that are 12% to 60% higher. Take a look at the new dining rates

Princess Unveils 2025 Alaska Season With Exclusive Cruises

Princess Cruises has revealed its 2025 Alaska itineraries, with cruises and cruisetours exclusive to the line with both short and long options, 18 unique itineraries, more than 150 departures, seven ships, and five homeports for travelers to choose from. There are also more than 25

Columbus Sights Trinidad

According to legend, on Columbus' third voyage to the New World, he vowed that the first land he saw he would name for the Holy Trinity. He considered it a miracle when the next sighting of land was three peaks rising over

Can I Still Travel During the Heatwave in Europe and The US? Here’s What Experts Say.

In case you haven’t heard, it's been an extremely hot summer. From Rome to Phoenix, cities across the world are hitting record-breaking temperatures – and that’s impacting travelers. Earlier this month, a Delta Air Lines passenger and flight attendant were taken to the hospital

Alaska Ensures Place for Indigenous Leaders on Tourism Board

The Alaska Travel Industry Association (ATIA), the destination marketing organization for the State of Alaska, has taken steps to ensure that its board of directors will reserve one seat for a member who is Alaska Native in perpetuity. The 24 members of the ATIA board of directors

This North Carolina Mountain Town Has Picturesque Views, a Quaint Downtown, and the Best Resort in the South

Western North Carolina mountain towns have their own unique blend of magic, one that combines fresh air with coziness and adventure with leisure. While Asheville tends to be one of the most popular destinations, there are numerous others equally worthy of a visit. You may have

Are Luggage-Free Trips the Future?

As summer ramps up in the northern hemisphere, many of us will begin packing suitcases, carry-ons and duffel bags as we prepare to head away on holiday. Far too many clothes will be packed, of course, followed by sunglasses and swimwear and sandals, last year's suntan lotion

2023 Travel Noire Awards: Favorite Wide Open Spaces Experience

Some travelers seek adventure and others stumble upon it while exploring new places. Getting outdoors and connecting with nature allows you to see what a destination is really about. There is so much to explore beyond the resorts and into the countryside. From outdoor sports, like

U.S. Government Reissues Level 4 Do Not Travel Warning to This Caribbean Island

Haiti is a beautiful country that boasts miles of white sandy beaches and a host of culturally and historically rich attractions. In fact the beaches in Haiti are so beautiful that Royal Caribbean continues to sail to Labadee: A private dock on Haiti’s northern coast where visitors can sunbathe

9 Beautiful Beaches in Turks and Caicos—and Where to Stay Once You’re There

It’s easy to get lost in the varying hues of blue that make up the calm, clear waters surrounding Turks and Caicos. The British Overseas Territory is a sophisticated and luxury vacation destination, where the focus is on natural beauty over mega resorts and chain nightlife clubs

Tourists Warned About Visiting Sicily as Wildfires & Evacuations Carry On

High temperatures across southern Europe have increased the risk of fires and casualties occurring due to the extreme weather in Italy, with many airports shutting down and thousands of residents and tourists being evacuated. According to Euronews, wildfires in the Italian island of

High-Speed Train Linking SoCal, Las Vegas Could Be On The Horizon

It may not be here yet, but the eagerly anticipated prospect of a high-speed train linking Las Vegas to Los Angeles just got closer to becoming a reality. Brightline West has been working on a project to build a rail line for its zero-emission electric trains to connect Las Vegas with various

Why Falling off a Cruise Ship Is So Deadly

A 35-year-old Australian man who fell overboard on his way back to Brisbane. A Louisiana teen who jumped ship on a dare. A 7-year-old boy who died after falling into the ocean, followed by his mother, who tried to save him. Overboard incidents on cruise ships are incredibly rare. But

10 Best Aparthotels in London for a Convenient and Comfortable Stay

While there are abundant hotels in London to stay at, some people opt for a more measured approach to vacations. The vibrant city of London features the perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and convenience in the form of Aparthotel accommodations. For vacationers seeking a home

In Search of a Crowd-Free Summer Getaway? Try These 6 Hotels.

Why battle the crowds in Europe this summer when there are so many charming, even unexpected, destinations? Below are a few places to while away the summer, including a revamped motel on a beach in New York; Airstream suites under the stars in Utah; new addresses in

LAX Becomes 2nd Major Us Airport to Ban Sale of Single-Use Plastic Water Bottles

You'll no longer be able to purchase bottled water at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). That's because Los Angeles World Airports — the airport authority that oversees LAX and Van Nuys Airport (VNY) — is banning single-use plastic water bottles at the two airports to encourage

Miami Incorporated

The City of Miami was incorporated on July 28, 1896. Julia Tuttle, a wealthy widow from Ohio, moved to the southern tip of Florida in 1891 and purchased 640 acres on which to farm. She befriended

Travel + Leisure CEO Michael Brown: Travel Continues to Be Strong in 2023

Travel + Leisure CEO Michael Brown, joins ‘Power Lunch’ to discuss the current state of the travel market, where demand is highest in Brown’s business, and safety concerns in Mexico

The Rise of Wellness Travel, From Rewilding to Yoga and Pilgrimages

The number of people concerned about their health and wellbeing has rocketed since the pandemic began. The stats are legion but among them, 80% of those surveyed by Public Health England in 2020 — in the first year of Covid-19 — reported wanting to

Wait, Do You Need a Visa to Go to Europe Now? The New Etias Requirements, Explained

Already thinking about next summer's vacation plans? If Europe is on your short list, there could be one extra step to take before boarding that plane. Starting in 2024, American passport holders traveling to 30 European countries will need authorization via the

New York's Lake Placid Has Stunning Wilderness, a New Boutique Hotel, and the Longest Mountain Roller Coaster in North America

The American summer vacation was born not at the beach but in the mountains. In the late 19th century, elite families like the Carnegies, Rockefellers, and Vanderbilts “vacated” their Manhattan homes in search of fresh air and cooler temperatures, building

American Airlines Implements Mandatory Bag Tags For Regional Jet Flights

American Airlines has taken a significant step towards improving the handling of carry-on baggage on its smaller regional jets. The airline recently introduced a new policy requiring passengers to fill out personal information on valet tags provided at the gate. This

This Hawaiian Resort Used to Be an Off-grid Celebrity Haven — and It Just Reopened After 12 Years

On Hawaii’s Big Island, there was once a resort called Kona Village. It opened in 1966, and because the closest public road was two miles away, guests took a puddle-jumper plane to the resort, piloted by whoever was around – a concierge, a cook, occasionally

Women Who Travel Podcast: Mountains, and the People Who Climb Them

Treacherous mountain ascents like Everest have long been mythologized by men. But this week, Lale chats with two women who are achieving extraordinary feats at high altitudes: Jen Peedom, an award-winning Australian film director, who makes

Another Effect of Climate Change? More Flight Delays and Cancellations.

Travelers have had to suffer through a record number of flight delays and cancellations this summer. Although ongoing crew shortages partly explain such disruptions, there is another factor that will be harder to remedy: climate change. Indeed, severe

Accessible Bathrooms: New Planes to Face Stricter Requirements From DOT

The Department of Transportation announced a new rule on Wednesday requiring airlines to make airplane bathrooms more accessible in the coming years. According to the DOT, new single-aisle aircraft will eventually need to be fitted with fully-accessible

These 5 New Electric Camper Vans Are About to Revolutionize #Vanlife

Converging where the open road meets the great outdoors, camper vans are popular for the convenience, open-road freedom, and immersion in nature they afford—but they’re heavy emitters. “There are tens of millions of tons of CO2 emitted from RVers in the

7 Cities Where Cruise Ships Are No Longer Welcome

As fun and relaxing as a cruise ship might be for passengers, that carefree vibe isn’t always shared by the town or city in which the ship docks. Several thousand people descending on a destination daily during high season—multiply that by three or four if there

Book These 10 Best Hotels Near London Heathrow Airport For A Relaxing And Convenient Stay

There is way too much to do in London for anyone to be wasting time stressing over where to stay in the city. Opting for an airport near the hotel is never a bad idea, especially for visitors making short trips or those keen on spending the better part of their trip

Disney Cruise Packing List: What to Bring and What to Leave at Home

A Disney cruise is all but guaranteed to be an amazing, relaxing and downright fun vacation, but knowing what to pack for a vacation on Disney Cruise Line can be overwhelming, especially if this is your first cruise. With seven Disney cruises under my

The de Havilland Comet

July 27, 1949, saw the inaugural flight of the de Havilland Comet, the world's first commercial jet airliner. Manufactured by British company de Havilland, the craft was a high point in early aeronautical design and

I’m a Solo Female Traveler From Europe. Here’s Why I Chose to Go to Vietnam

I wanted a place with great weather, interesting culture, fantastic food and friendly people — and with plenty to see in a week. So I picked Vietnam, traveling from Ho Chi Minh City through the Mekong Delta area and on to Phu Quoc, an island in the Gulf of Thailand. I’d been

Take a Sneak Peek at NASA Planes That Could Transform Air Travel by the 2030s

Snazzy new liveries have been revealed for two of NASA’s hottest aircraft projects. These upcoming planes want to be the next generation of sustainable flight – and also to look good when doing it. First there’s the X-66A, which NASA has been cooking up along with Boeing as

1 Year Until the Games: What to Know About Booking Paris Olympics Travel

Let the countdown begin. We are now one year away from the start of the 2024 Olympics in Paris. Kicking off with the Olympic opening ceremony on July 26, 2024, the Olympic Games will run through Aug. 11, 2024. For both athletes and fans, the event figures to be a

Hilton Hotels Sees No Slowdown in Travel Surge

Hilton’s earnings report on Wednesday was the first one from a major hotel group for the second quarter. All eyes were on whether the company saw any cracks in demand. In short: No. “We had the best booking quarter in our history, ever,” said Christopher Nassetta

Serving Up Fun: The Ultimate New York City Visitors’ Guide for U.S. Open Tennis Fans

New York City might be better known for arts and culture than racket sports, but it's been home to the U.S. Open Tennis Championships since 1978. So while you may think that exploring the MoMa or hitting a Broadway show are some of the city's ultimate experiences

European Flights Are Cheap, Rail Travel Is High & The Climate Is Suffering

Historically, rail travel has been cheaper than plane tickets. Now, climate change advocates are urging European governments to reconsider encouraging more travelers to book flights. According to a new study conducted by Greenpeace Central and Eastern Europe, EU policies

10 Places You Must Visit on a Trip to Portugal

Perched on the Atlantic on the edge of western Europe, Portugal offers a veritable feast for a traveler’s senses (especially when it comes to the taste buds). From sun-kissed coasts to cobblestone streets and fairy-tale castles, this small country is diverse in landscape and

This 42-day Cruise Will Sail From Florida to Europe to the Middle East Next Year

Holland America Line will launch a 42-day cruise across the Atlantic Ocean and around Europe and the Middle East from Florida next year, inspired by a journey the cruise line took nearly 100 years ago. The “42-day Ultimate Mediterranean & Atlantic Passage” cruise will sail from

Are ‘Green’ Airfares Really Better for the Planet?

Sweeping investments in alternative-fuel technology; slashing plastic waste; making crew uniforms from recycled marine detritus: These are just a few of the steps airlines have taken in recent years to help minimize their environmental footprint in the face of a worsening

J.D. Power Lists Travelers’ Favorite Hotels — Which Brands Came Out On Top

Hotels, like airports, are crowded once again. Indeed, as Americans pack hotels for the second straight summer, they continue to push occupancy levels toward those seen before the COVID-19 pandemic. Consider, for instance, that U.S. hotel occupancy in 2023 is on track to

Wildfires Approach Dubrovnik, Croatia’s Most Beloved Tourism Destination

Wildfires caused by extreme heatwaves spread in the Croatian Adriatic city of Dubrovnik last night, with strong winds making it more difficult for aircraft to be deployed in the danger zone. According to Reuters, the area affected by the fire is 12 kilometres from Dubrovnik

5 of the Best Places to Swim Outdoors in Paris

Often described as the most romantic river in the world, the Seine in Paris is poised to open a new chapter in its mythology with the revival of an old heritage: the return of public swimming. In 2025, locals and visitors alike will be able to swim and sunbathe at three points along

Everything to Know About Booking a Stay in Cancún’s Zona Hotelera

Cancún is a tale of two cities. The jewel of the Mexican Caribbean is a Las Vegas-meets-Disneyland blend of nature, wildlife, and nightlife with a dazzling array of recognizable hotel names occupying desirable beachfront addresses. JW Marriott, Hyatt, Club Med, Iberostar, Riu

6 Timely Tips for Finding and Using Travel Insurance This Summer

Thanks to extreme weather events, staff shortages and a seemingly endless slew of industry strikes, flight cancellations and travel disruptions are an unfortunate and ever-present reality of travel right now. Given the doom-and-gloom-laden headlines of late, it's

The Luxurious Catch: Live from Regent's Seven Seas Explorer in Alaska

Sailing through the heart of Alaska while sipping on champagne and enjoying two different kinds of caviar is an indulgent way to start the day off. But it's part and parcel of how all-inclusive luxury line Regent Seven Seas operates. Cruise Critic is aboard Regent's lavish, 750

National Security Act of 1947

In response to the growing tensions with the USSR during the Cold War, U.S. President Harry S. Truman signed the National Security Act into United States law on this day in 1947. The Act simultaneously

The Best Ways to Travel to Japan With Points and Miles

After a long pandemic border closure, Japan opened back up to tourists last fall. Japan is my favorite country, with its famous cherry blossoms, cutting-edge technology and top-notch hospitality. The country also has unbelievable cuisine and a service industry that

Know Your Rights as an Airline Passenger Amid Summer Travel Frustration

Air travel angst is the theme of the summer travel season, and more Americans are feeling it this year. As of July 18, TSA statistics show 45.3 million travelers have passed through U.S. airport checkpoints, an average of 2.5 million people per day. That’s up

Monsoon’s Fury Sours Romance of Wet Season Travel in India

The honeymoon, at first, was magical. Akash and Parvani Kapadi drove up pine-covered forests to a hill town in northern India with a view of the snow-capped Himalayas. In their hotel room, the gentle pitter-patter of monsoon rains on the roof set the stage for a

What Are the Rules for Booking a Group Trip? A Travel Expert Answers the Most Controversial Questions

Celebrities are making 2023 the summer of the super group trip — like Kristen Bell’s star-studded Idaho escape and Matt Damon’s Greece getaway with Chris and Liam Hemsworth. While group trips sound fun at first, they’re not always as effortless as the stars

Passport Delays Causing Frenzy for Travel Agents, Lawmakers

The demand for international travel has hit an all-time high in 2023. One of the most obvious signs can be found in the ever-growing delays for U.S. passports. The Department of State said the processing time for a routine passport is 10 to 13 weeks. That

Wildfire Risk Remains ‘Very High’ Across Greece: What Travelers Should Know

The dangers of wildfires in Greece are far from over and could impact travel for a while to come. More than 20,000 people, many tourists, have already been evacuated from Rhodes alone, and both the U.S. Embassy & Consulate in Greece and Greek authorities

Airport Hassles Are Driving More Americans To Travel By Bus

More Americans are gravitating towards bus transportation due to hassles at airports across the country. According to The Wall Street Journal, travelers have grown weary of the long lines, ridiculous delays, and misplaced luggage. Now, they are turning to

The 15 Best Hotels in Los Angeles

With its thriving arts and culture, Hollywood glamour, and one of the best dining scenes in the nation, Los Angeles draws scores of visitors each year—46 million in 2022 alone. Luckily, this also means the city excels in luxury hotels and resorts. Whether you’re

A Real ‘Barbie World’ Is Opening at This Arizona Theme Park Next Year — What to Know

You will finally be able to live in a ‘Barbie World’ when Mattel Adventure Park opens in Glendale, Arizona next year. The first-ever Mattel park will celebrate iconic American toy brands and most notably, it will feature a Barbie-themed area bringing new meaning

‘They Brought It up in Three Different Pieces’: Traveler’s Chair Damaged on Short Flight

It could have been worse for Karin Strickland. Her wheelchair was damaged during an April flight on American Airlines, but she said that the fact it happened at all left her shaken. “I would be considered lucky, which is a weird way to put it because my wheelchair

Why It's Not Too Late To Book An Affordable Mexico Beach Resort This Summer

The heat of summer is taking over, meaning there is no better time to book a beach escape! However, some places have skyrocketed in costs. Los Cabos, for example, is averaging $600 per night for hotel rooms. But don’t let that deter you from the rest

UnCruise Adventures Launches 'Holiday In July' Early Bird Offers For 2024

UnCruise Adventures has announced its ‘Holidays in July’ super early bird offers for select 2024 voyages! Starting today, travelers can begin booking and unlock savings on trips to Alaska, the Canadian Coastal & Olympic Peninsula Adventure! From July 24th

Search for Carnival Cruise Ship Jumper Suspended

A 30-year-old Carnival Cruise Line passenger met an unfortunate end after jumping off the Carnival Elation cruise ship on Sunday. The U.S. Coast Guard called off the search last night after combing over 1300 miles of ocean with no success. On Sunday afternoon

Royal Caribbean Cruise Ship Hosting Comic-Con Cruise in 2025

A Royal Caribbean cruise ship will host the first ever Comic-Con: The Cruise in early 2025 in what is promising to be the ultimate fan adventure. Comic-Con: The Cruise will set sail on February 5, 2025 on Royal Caribbean’s Serenade of the Seas. This four night

Europe’s Churches Struggling to Accommodate Worshippers & Tourists

Churches across Europe are struggling to accommodate worshippers as well as tourists, as the number of visitors has significantly increased this year. While in the last couple of years, the number of worshippers and visitors was not as high as during the pre

First Flight Across the English Channel

On this day in 1909, French pilot Louis Blériot flew the 22 miles from Calais to Dover, becoming the first person to pilot a heavier-than-air craft across the English Channel. The trip took 37 minutes, it was raining and

Fires Close Greek Islands as Tourists Flee

It’s only 100 degrees in Greece today—a respite from the heat that caused fires across the country and had officials scrambling to evacuate tourists from ongoing fires. Sixty-four new blazes began on Sunday, the hottest day yet this summer. The most serious was on the island of

Christmas in July: Is It Time to Shop for Winter Airfare Bargains?

It’s been so blazin’ hot in this record-setting summer that it’s hard to even fathom the question: Is it time to start buying airline tickets for winter holiday travel to lock in a decent price? The calendar knows what’s hard for our heat-addled minds to realize: Thanksgiving in the

Travel Experts Reveal Their Most Expensive Vacation (And Why It Was Worth It)

The internet is filled with excellent hacks for saving money on travel. Whether you book with points, scoop up exclusive deals, choose dates and locations based on price, or take advantage of free attractions, there are countless ways to take a relatively low-cost vacation. But

It’s Not a Visa—But U.S. Citizens Will Need to Register and Pay a Fee to Travel to Europe in 2024

Europe is the most-visited region in the world and has always been a very popular destination for U.S. travelers. After pandemic travel restrictions were dropped across Europe in 2022 and as U.S. citizens plot future journeys to the continent once again, they should be aware

Don’t Do It for the Likes: Why Travelers Shouldn’t Post Their Boarding Pass Online

When you’re picking vacation photos to post on social media, there are some you should leave out: any shots of your boarding pass. Outside their primary function at the airport, the documents might seem like nothing more than travel scrapbook fodder, but they can reveal a lot

This Overlooked Colorado National Park Has a Gorge That Rivals the Grand Canyon and Trails With Dramatic Views

Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park is one of Colorado’s last hidden gems. The national park sits outside Montrose, Colorado in the lesser-known southwestern corner of the state. The five-hour drive from Denver deters most tourists, who head to Rocky Mountain National

Is Tulum Safe? What You Need to Know to Travel Smart

Dusting off your passport and immersing yourself in other cultures is one of the biggest rewards that comes with international travel. But a big part of having a great time includes being smart when you travel. Paying attention to your surroundings, not getting duped by common

Demand for Eco-Friendly Travel Is Surging

As the world keeps heating up faster and faster and people regale us with stories about being trapped on airplanes in triple-digit temperatures with no air conditioning for hours on end, more people are going to become aware of the climate crisis that is upon us. Not

10 Best Hotels in Granada That Offer a Unique Retreat in Spain’s Moorish Jewel

In the southern region of Spain called Andalusia, there is a beautiful city Granada. It's famous for its medieval buildings that were built during the time when the Moors ruled the area. One of the most impressive sights is the Alhambra, a fortress complex on top of a hill

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While France, Spain and Italy may be known as the heavy hitters in the world's wine industry, the United States alone is home to nearly 250 American Viticultural Areas (AVA) and, according to the Wines Vines Analytics Winery Database, has over 10,000 wineries. And many of

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An ongoing strike by Southern California hotel workers enveloped the Beverly Hilton, longtime host of the annual Golden Globe Awards, and the upscale Waldorf Astoria in Beverly Hills early Monday morning. It marks the latest escalation of a heated labor dispute between

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American Airlines is adding three new routes to its winter schedule. The new routes listed here were first seen in Cirium schedules and later confirmed by the carrier: Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to Cancun International Airport (CUN)

Cruise Line Giving AARP Members Spending Money on Most Cruises

Holland America Line, one of nine cruise lines owned and operated by Carnival Corporation, has announced that they will start giving AARP members on board credit on most of their cruises. AARP members can now receive $50-$200 per stateroom in on board credit that can be

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Previously a Military Appreciation Gathering with special events for those and families of those who served, Carnival Cruise Line recently announced extending its festivities to a full day. Military Appreciation Day is now offered on all North American sailings. This special event

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Pawtucket, RI (July 19, 2023) – Collette’s “Painted Canyons of the West”tour was a hit with travelers in 2022. The nine-day tour guides travelers across the Southwest into its sienna-colored canyons, towering spires, and

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On July 24, 1911, American explorer Hiram Bingham discovered the remains of the Incan city Machu Picchu. Located high in the mountains, the city remained intact after the Incans abandoned it in the 17th Century due

2023 Travel Noire Awards: Favorite Party Destinations

There are places you go to relax, places to do business and places to party. The cities that made the finalist list for Favorite Party Destinations in the 2023 Travel Noire Awards are sure to show you a good time. Think day parties on the beach, nightlife that dazzles and yacht parties

Solo Travel: Why More People Are Doing It and Tips for First Timers

Have you thought about travelling on your own this summer? Well you're probably not alone. That's because 2023 is a popular year for solo travellers, going by what people are searching for online. More and more are ditching their friends or family and stepping out on their own

5 Reasons Why Traveling Europe by Train Is Trending With Americans This Summer

If you follow any travel news right now, then you have probably heard that Europe is packed with tourists, more so than normal. You have also most likely heard that a large percentage of these tourists are American, and travelers from the States are flocking to European hotspots

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Senior age means more time for travel and exploration. In fact, some countries welcome seniors to experience a fascinating culture, rich history, breathtaking natural beauty, comfort, and accessibility. Besides, they also give amenities such as discounted prices for the elderly in

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Back in June 2018, during my husband, Michael’s and my first year of nomading, we found ourselves in the town of Matera in the central part of southern Italy. We’d ended up there because we’d been enjoying “coliving” — living with other nomads in facilities designed specifically for

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Museums don’t come much more local than the Muker Literary Institute. The Institute was built in the 1860s as a place for villagers to self-educate by reading books and newspapers, and the museum comprises a single room and holds items as diverse as trumpets, miners’ boots

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You search Delta Air Lines' website for a Thanksgiving flight to Atlanta. But the Phoenix-Atlanta flights on the day before the holiday are sold out. Then you see a Delta flight to Orlando, Florida, from Phoenix for $260 per passenger in basic economy with a layover in Atlanta. You

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With its thriving arts and culture, Hollywood glamour, and one of the best dining scenes in the nation, Los Angeles draws scores of visitors each year—46 million in 2022 alone. Luckily, this also means the city excels in luxury hotels and resorts. Whether you’re looking for a beach

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The National Park Service (NPS) is advising visitors to proceed with extra caution as two people were recently injured after interactions with wild bison at both Yellowstone National Park, and Theodore Roosevelt National Park. On Monday, a woman from Arizona was charged and

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Lately, being in the airport has felt extra stressful. With overcrowding and a spike in delays and cancellations, gates and terminals can feel like uncomfortable hotbeds of tension, with few open seats, far too many people, and expensive, less-than-ideal food options. But fortunately

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A Rocky Mountain megastar, Denver is a thriving city that blends its rich Old West history with a modern, cosmopolitan vibe. Here you’ll find dynamic arts and cultural options woven with a booming food, craft beer and cannabis scene. And with endless sunny days, green spaces

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Marriott and MGM Resorts announced earlier this month that the two hospitality brands will create a new partnership for distribution and loyalty program benefits. Set to launch in October 2023, the MGM Collection with Marriott Bonvoy will group together most of MGM’s North

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Comic-Con, but make it float. San Diego Comic Convention has teamed up with Entertainment Cruise Productions to bring a version of the beloved convention and entertainment event to the high seas in 2025 with Comic-Con: The Cruise. The full-ship charter will feature a range of

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Each and every year, we cover the biggest and best new cruise ships that you can look forward to in the year ahead (and that you can, in some cases, already book for your next cruise!). And, each and every year, we’re amazed at how the cruise industry continues to take the

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On July 21, 1861, near Manassas, Virginia, Union, and Confederate forces met in the Battle of Bull Run, the first major land battle of the American Civil War. The soldiers on both sides were inexperienced, from the rank and

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Record-setting heatwaves have been making headlines this summer and are likely to continue in the coming weeks. That means those with upcoming travel plans should be extra sure to pay attention and take proper precautions. “Enjoying the sun is all part of going on vacation

House Aims to Ease Air Travel Delays With More Money for Air Traffic Controllers

The Federal Aviation Administration would get more money to hire air traffic controllers and the mandatory retirement age for airline pilots would be raised under a bill approved Thursday by the House. The measure seeks to improve air travel, which has been plagued by delays and

American Airlines Earnings Outlook Disappoints, Shares Fall

Shares of American Airlines (AAL.O) fell on Thursday as its outlook for the second half of the year disappointed investors even as the company lifted its full-year profit forecast and posted higher-than-expected quarterly earnings. American forecast adjusted profit of $3.00 to $3.75 per

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“Well, I’m happy that you survived.” These words were from Jacqueline Tschinkel’s co-worker, following her first trip back to Sierra Leone after leaving the country to escape the violence during the civil war. Tschinkel was only 15 years old when she left home. “I found that I was

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A scorching heatwave is gripping southern Europe, with record-breaking high temperatures expected to persist for another week. Countries across the Mediterranean, including popular holiday destinations like Spain, Italy, Croatia, and Greece are experiencing extreme heat. Parts of

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Athens draws visitors with its trendy contemporary art scene and, of course, landmarks like the Acropolis, but the Greek capital has also been a coveted beach escape for more than five decades. The Athens Riviera, a region on the city's outskirts that stretches 36 miles from Piraeus to

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Carnival Cruise Line has been finalizing travel plans for guests onboard Carnival Pride, now that the ship will remain in Kiel, Germany for emergency repairs. The phased debarkation is considering what guests’ onward travel plans are, how charter flights have been arranged, which

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For travelers determined to be carry-on only, for those who chronically forget items on their packing list, or anyone simply looking for a new accoutrement to jazz up their outfit, one boutique hotel brand might be able to help. Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants just announced a

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Big plans for a $2 billion-with-a-b theme park and resort in northeast Oklahoma sound like something out of Branson, Missouri. That's because the developer of American Heartland Theme Park and Resort, just west of Grand Lake near Vinita, Oklahoma, is an affiliate of Branson-based

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The residents of Wilton Manors, Florida, have a problem with an animal that’s not native to their state. Rather than Burmese pythons or even giant African snails, the troublesome animals are a species of rabbit called Lionhead rabbits. Although they are cute, there have also been

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The Gulf Coast is a highly popular summer getaway for those wanting to recharge in the salty air with their toes in the sand. Often, people who live away from the beach look forward to their annual beach trip from anywhere from South Padre Island to Destin. But one coastal city is

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With dramatic, rocky cliffs and velvety black volcanic sand scattered with icebergs, the beaches of Iceland are unlike anywhere else in the world. Tiptoeing around the edge of the arctic, Iceland is defined by its stunning natural beauty, and the beaches are no exception. Fire and ice

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Conventionally, cruising was more prevalent among newlyweds, budget-conscious families, and retirees. Today, there has been a dramatic paradigm shift in the cruising industry. It is now being embraced as a form of travel for single cruisers of all ages. It offers an opportunity for

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What's old is new again, especially when it comes to the highway, as old motor lodges in every corner of the country are being rebirthed as chic, Instagram-friendly places to not just spend the night but to go for an entire vacation. And one of the most popular examples of the trend

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On this day in 1969, Neil Armstrong became the first human to walk on the surface of the moon. With him was fellow astronaut Buzz Aldrin. Team member Michael Collins orbited the moon above, awaiting their safe return

Collette’s ‘Taste of the Balkans’ Tour Offers a Breathtaking Journey Through Diverse Landscapes

Pawtucket, RI (July 13, 2023) – Collette’s ‘Taste of the Balkans’ tour has it all. Travelers get a taste of a region with complex history and medieval city walls, while also getting to take in breathtaking coastlines and

Why Big Bear Is One of Southern California’s Favorite Mountain Retreats

Southern Californians can take their pick when it comes to mountain retreats. From ski-bike-hike paradise Mammoth Lakes in the eastern Sierras to singular, artsy Idyllwild in the San Jacinto range, options abound. Big Bear, in the San Bernadino mountains, is popular for a number

This New High-Speed Train Will Get You From Rome to Pompeii in Less Than 2 Hours

It’s now easier to visit the historic town of Pompeii, Italy, thanks to a new high-speed train route. The new service will only operate on the third Sunday of the month, as a nonstop train from Rome to Pompeii, Euronews reported. While the service initially launched on July 16, the

Americans Will Need a Visa to Visit Europe in 2024—Here’s What to Know

United States passport holders have long traveled throughout most of the world without having to worry about visa applications: American travelers currently have visa-free access to 184 destinations worldwide, according to this year’s Henley Passport Index, which ranked the U.S

Why Aren’t More Roller Coasters Plus-Size Friendly? Here’s Why and What Can Be Done.

Pamela Denman knows, “The world is not made for me,” so she tries to make it more inclusive for others. Over the years, the self-described “Plus Size Fairy Godmother” has racked up hundreds of theme park visits and built a wealth of firsthand knowledge, which she shares online

I Flew PLAY Airline for the First Time — 8 Things I Loved, Plus 2 I Didn’t

While reading a book about Anne Frank for a third grade assignment, my son asked if we could one day travel to see her diary and where she lived. With Europe already on the radar for a summer vacation and not wanting to miss my son’s window of interest, Amsterdam rose to the

Copy My Trip: Best Things I Did on a Five-Day Mediterranean Break in Malta

With its one-of-a-kind history, cinematic cities built high and mighty by the Knights of St John, ravishing coastlines and distinctive cuisine embracing Italian and Middle Eastern influences, Malta grabbed me when I first visited 15 years ago - and I have longed to go back ever

Why Barbados Wants Black Travelers to Visit

In 2021, Barbados became the world’s newest republic by removing the British monarchy as its head of state. Despite this major change, on a recent trip to Barbados, it was apparent that island travelers were overwhelmingly white and British. This may soon change, however, as more

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Seljalandsfoss is one of Iceland's most popular waterfalls and for good reason. The 200-foot-tall thundering cascade is a stunning sight, and it's even more impressive when visitors are up close. But if tourists want to experience Seljalandsfoss in all its glory, they need to stay in one

Alaska Airlines Adds New Country to Map as Part of 3-Route Expansion

Alaska Airlines is growing its international presence, adding a new country to its route map as part of a broader three-route expansion. The airline's newest destination: Managua, Nicaragua. Daily year-round service from Alaska's hub in Los Angeles will launch Dec. 14. Alaska also

A Foodie Pilgrimage Around Auckland, With Internationally Acclaimed Chef Peter Gordon

New Zealand's most populous city sprawls across an isthmus between two harbours, its downtown commercial district perched on the waterfront of the Waitematā, a spiky cluster of skyscrapers and sails. Auckland is home to the largest Polynesian population – and one of the

These Are the Top Schengen Destinations to Escape the Heatwave

As the temperatures continue to remain high across the European continent, travellers, and locals are seeking shelter from the sun and looking for destinations with more bearable temperatures. The continent has numerous stunning destinations where travellers can take a

Hyatt Adds 9 Luxury Hotels in Top Cities

Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced that the Dream Hotels brand, The Chatwal, The Time New York and other properties have been integrated into the World of Hyatt reward program. The properties, which are now bookable through Hyatt channels, provide members and

Explora Journeys takes delivery of Explora 1 from Fincantieri

Explora Journeys has taken delivery of Explora 1, the first ship to join its fleet, from Fincantieri’s shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy. The ceremony was attended by Gianluigi Aponte, founder and chairman of the MSC Group; Pierfrancesco Vago, executive chairman of MSC Group’s cruise

Norwegian Cruise Line Announces Renovations To Norwegian Joy

Today, Norwegian Cruise Line announced Norwegian Joy will undergo renovations in January 2024! Guests aboard the ship can explore the all-new Thermal Suite in the Mandara Spa and Salon, a more extensive Vibe Beach, 24 new staterooms, updated Three-Bedrooms of the

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The Mary Rose was one of the largest ships in the English Tudor navy of King Henry VIII. She had seen nearly thirty years of warfare and had recently been upfitted with a new innovation: gun ports along the side of the

Hawaiian Airlines offers travel waivers as Calvin impacts state

Residents and visitors of Hawaii Island are bracing for the impact of Tropical Storm Calvin as it surges towards the island chain

Marriott and MGM Link 17 Properties in Loyalty Program

It's a Vegas wedding for Marriott International and MGM Resorts, whose new loyalty program alliance will add 17 resorts and 40,000 rooms to the Marriott portfolio, and make them easy to book with Marriott points

Mandarin Oriental Announces a New Hotel and Branded Residences in Brickell Key, Miami

Mandarin Oriental has announced an agreement to manage a new Mandarin Oriental hotel and branded residences in Brickell Key, Miami one of the city's most prestigious neighborhoods

More legal troubles loom for Trump International Hotel and Tower over alleged misuse of Chicago River water

Two Chicago area groups dedicated to protecting the environment have threatened to take legal action against Trump International Hotel and Tower

What to know about JetBlue, American Airlines Northeast Alliance ending

The Northeast Alliance between JetBlue and American Airlines is coming to an end. Here's what passengers need to know about when the alliance ends, and what that means

American Airlines flight attendants to hold strike authorization vote

The union representing American Airlines flight attendants will hold a strike authorization vote

Royal Caribbean Launches 2 Day Sale on a Dozen Cruise Ships

Royal Caribbean has launched a “Going, Going, Gone” two day sale on cruises that discounts the prices on 12 of their cruise ships

Holland America Presents Strong 2025 Alaska Program

With the 2025 season open for booking, Holland America Line is leading Alaska cruising by offering the most Glacier Bay permits in the cruise industry, the most glacier viewing experiences and the most opportunities to observe Alaska wildlife

Riviera announces new Douro river cruise for 2024

Riviera Travel has announced a new seven-night Douro river cruise for next year, sailing on board the brand-new ship, Porto Mirante

Europe heatwave: Here's how extreme heat is impacting travellers

Some holidaymakers have cut trips short after experiencing headaches, dizziness and swollen fingers

“Compression Socks”: 30 Small Things That People Say Greatly Improved Their Traveling

We people are creatures of habits. And changing them can be quite hard. But it's possible, even when it comes to things that we've been doing for years or even decades

The 16 best island holidays in the world, according to our travel specialists

It doesn’t matter if you’re planning ahead for a classic summer getaway or want to swap hemispheres to escape your winter blues: the best islands in the world await. Those out-of-office messages pretty much

The Classroom is Everywhere: 7 lessons from traveling with little kids

Your perfect vacation might be a lazy tropical getaway, sipping drinks poolside or exploring a new city from dusk to dawn. And then you have kids and that perfect vacation looks a little different now

How To Visit The Unspoiled Beauty Of St. John In The U.S. Virgin Islands

St. John is one of the U.S. Virgin Islands along with St. Croix and St. Thomas. It is the smallest island with an area of 20 square miles and 60 percent of the Island is protected by the Virgin Islands National Park

California Government Has Now Banned Travel to 26 States

Three states were recently included in the ban, which was enacted in 2016

Jamaica tourism minister emphasizes the importance of tourism

Hon. Edmund Bartlett, the Tourism Minister of Jamaica emphasized the prominence of the travel and tourism segment while speaking to the members at a distinctive side event in the course of the United Nations (UN)

Rome Burns

On July 18, in the year 64 AD, a fire began in the shops and residences surrounding the Circus Maximus in Rome. Because many of the structures were wooden, they quickly caught fire and burned with a fury. Soon

Travelers Dive Into Thai Culture on Collette’s ‘Essence of Thailand’ Tour

Pawtucket, RI (July 17, 2023) – Travelers have been raving about Collette’s “Essence of Thailand” tour. The cultural experiences included in the trip’s itinerary have wowed travelers, 75% of which exclusively rated their

United Reaches Deal with Pilots

Even as union issues roil the airports in Europe, United Airlines has reached an agreement in principle with its pilots to up their pay by as much as 40% over the next four years. The agreement, which still needs to be ratified by the 16,000 pilots in the union, is worth an

Traveling Solo: Tips and Recommendations for Solo Travelers

In the growing trend of solo travel, it’s fascinating to see how many individuals are embracing the joy and freedom of exploring the world alone. According to recent statistics, an increasing number of people are choosing to embark on solo adventures and it’s estimated that 1 in

2023 Travel Noire Awards: Favorite Unique Stay

Let’s explore the next category in the 2023 Travel Noire Awards: Favorite Unique Stay. After picking the actual destination, where to stay is the most important aspect of planning a trip. Many travelers are looking to stay somewhere different and have a unique experience that

These Are the Least Stressful Airports in Europe, According to a New Report

It’s a consensus that holidays begin at the airport. Once you’ve gone through security, offloaded your luggage and started to question how early it is too early to have a drink – that’s when your brain has officially decided it is now in the holiday timezone. No airport is perfect

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The Mediterranean is the trendiest place to be this summer now that every country that has a coastline straddling the basin has lifted all travel restrictions. From Europe’s Southern swimming spots, which extend from Spain’s Westernmost Costa del Sol to Greece’s Easternmost

United Adds Tokyo, Manila and Taipei Flights to Cater to International Travel Boom

United Airlines on Tuesday mapped out another expansion of Asia flights in the coming months, part of its push to capitalize on a boom in long-haul international travel that has helped drive airlines back to profitability after the Covid-19 pandemic. International travel bookings

Get Lost and Found on a Solo Journey Through Japan

Japan is not the most straightforward country to travel through alone. There are great swathes of the country where no one speaks English. You will get lost. You will feel at odds with yourself, disoriented in a body of translation that might make you panic and feel as lonesome as

Marie Antoinette’s Rooms Just Reopened at Versailles—Here’s a Look Inside

Marie Antoinette, the last queen of France, was famously frivolous and had ornate taste—this is the royal who was said to have ordered 300 gowns a year, after all. Shortly after becoming queen in 1774, her husband, Louis XVI, gave her a first-floor apartment in the sprawling

Grand Canyon National Park Is Making It Easier to Reserve Backcountry Camping Permits — Here’s How

The Grand Canyon is making it easier to reserve overnight backcountry permits for next year, switching to an online reservation system. Starting in 2024, travelers hoping to camp in the backcountry of Grand Canyon National Park will be able to reserve and pay for their spots

Oops! Virgin Voyages Cruise Ship Hits Pier in Miami

A Virgin Voyages cruise ship hit a pier in Miami over the weekend. The line’s Scarlet Lady vessel “experienced some strong currents” while docking at PortMiami early Sunday morning, and its stern made contact with the pier, according to a Virgin Voyages spokesperson. The

Greece Limits Visitors at the Acropolis — Why the Steps Are Necessary

People have traveled to the Acropolis high on its rocky hill overlooking Athens, Greece, since ancient times. Now, however, the crowds have become unmanageable. Indeed, as post-pandemic travel numbers continue to rebound, it is now common for upwards of 14,000 people to

From Mountains to Sea Views: 10 Hotels With the Best Views in the World

Hotels have long graduated from just being places where people spend the night. They have now also become attractions that are worth including on a bucket list. While some bucket list hotels come with amazing amenities and stunning architecture, those on this list come with

Why You Shouldn’t ‘Freak Out’ About Royal Caribbean’s Giant New Icon of the Seas

Everybody just needs to take a chill pill when it comes to the size of Icon of the Seas. Yes, the soon-to-debut Royal Caribbean ship will be a giant of a vessel. At 250,800 tons, it'll be the biggest cruise ship ever built. And it'll be loaded with more activities on its top deck

EU Clarifies That Health Information & Biometrics Won't Be Needed for ETIAS

The European Union has clarified for travellers from third countries under the Schengen Area visa-free entry regime that when the ETIAS travel authorization requirement becomes effective in 2024, they will not be required to submit health information or biometrics in order to

Disneyland Park Opens

On July 17, 195,5 Disneyland opened as America's premiere theme park in Anaheim, California. The Walt Disney Parks and Resorts division of The Walt Disney Company held ceremonies led by company president

Is This the Right Time to Book Your Flight? U.S. Ticket Prices Are Dropping

Since the pandemic, travelers have been plagued with an increase in airfare as a result of many factors. From rising fuel prices to added taxes, passengers never seem to catch a break. While airlines have definitely done well the past few years in terms of growth outlook

The 21 Most Beautiful Places in Canada

As the world’s second-largest country, it is no surprise that Canada is home to myriad stunning locales, from large metropolises and iconic national parks to quaint small towns and remote islands. However, since the Great White North is so vast, it’s important to plan your trip

The 15 Best Luxury Hotels in France

Perpetually ranked as one of the world’s most popular destinations, France sees 90 million visitors each year who come to revel in the country’s rich culture, history, and culinary delights. With dreamy hotels showcasing the French art de vivre, the hospitality experience is an

American Airlines Announces New Caribbean Route, Amps Up Flights to Florida Hotspot

American Airlines is taking off to a new warm weather destination and offering more seats from its hub in Miami, Florida. Announced Thursday, American will operate a direct flight from Miami International Airport to Governor’s Harbour, Bahamas (GHB) for the first time

Disney CEO Bob Iger Isn’t Concerned About Park Prices

Disney fans hoping to see park ticket prices drop appear to be out of luck. In an interview Thursday on CNBC’s Squawk Box, Walt Disney Co. CEO Bob Iger said “pricing is not an issue” at the parks. He told CNBC’s David Faber

Need a Passport? The State Department Tests a New Application Process

It’s hardly a secret that you have a significant problem if you’re planning to travel internationally this year and don’t have a valid passport. After all, the U.S. Department of State has bluntly warned that passport renewal can take several months. Now, however, with those times

Retro-Cool: How Australia’s Gold Coast Is Embracing a Palm Springs Vibe

Australia’s Gold Coast is hot for a retro-cool aesthetic. Here’s all you need to know about this mid-century-modern moment. Pink geometric tiles, peppermint-patterned wall paint, rattan furniture, striped beach towels, longboards, vintage bicycles, neon signs and tiki cocktail

Will a Senate Bill Really Eliminate Points and Miles?

A bipartisan group of senators has proposed a bill that would regulate how the country’s largest credit card issuers process transactions, in an effort that could have wide-reaching implications on travelers who collect loyalty points. The Credit Card Competition Act of 2023, which

10 Best Hotels in Vik Iceland That Offer Unforgettable Luxury and Breathtaking Views

Regardless of where travelers visit around the Land of Ice and Fire, they're sure to experience something magical, whether it's admiring the Northern Lights in Reykjavík or visiting (and even riding on one of) Iceland's national horses. Outside the city and nestled in Southern

Allegiant Adds 6 New Routes Ahead of Busy Holiday Season

Allegiant Air is adding six new routes to its winter schedule, unveiling connections to popular leisure destinations ahead of the busy holiday travel season. Allegiant’s base in Fort Lauderdale gets two of the six new routes, with flights to both Nashville and Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Tips for Planning a Cross-Country Road Trip

Taking a cross-country road trip is an exhilarating adventure that offers the freedom to explore diverse landscapes, immerse yourself in local cultures and create lifelong memories. However, planning that journey requires careful consideration and preparation. Keep these road trip

MSC Cruises Names Lucy Ellis Chief Communications Officer

MSC Cruises has named Lucy Ellis as the cruise lines’ Chief Communications Officer. Ellis will assume the role once current Chief Communications Officer Luca Biondolilio ends his term in August. Ellis has worked for the cruise line for eight years and will continue to lead

Viking Mars: Why Scandi-Cool Design is the Secret to Viking’s Cruise Success

"If you’ve seen one of our ships, you've seen them all." That's what I heard Viking chairman and CEO Tor Hagen say just a few weeks ago. We were on a different ship -- the cruise line's newest oceangoing ship, Viking Saturn -- whereas I'm currently on Viking Mars, which

Azamara Will Return to Canada for the First Time Since 2017

Azamara, a luxury cruise line, recently released its anticipated itineraries for 2025, which include stops in Canada and double-night stays in other countries. The cruise line’s return to Canada will include six ports of call. Azamara will set sail to Canada in 2025, with guests having

The Storming of the Bastille

France was on the verge of revolution. The citizens had become increasingly demanding of King Louis XVI. The Bastille contained only seven prisoners, but it held great symbolic value. Not only did the fortress hold a large

Factbox: Europe’s Ongoing Strike-Related Travel Disruptions

European airports are in the midst of another busy summer as passenger numbers globally recover to pre-pandemic levels, while airline and airport staff continue wage talks. The travel industry is on high alert for disruption after Europe's peak season last year was hit by

The 5 Best Hotels in Vienna, According to Travel + Leisure Readers

Vienna is a city showcasing more than 2,000 years of history across its tidy promenades. It was the seat of the Holy Roman Empire. It was a hub for arts and intellectualism throughout the Renaissance. Names no less prominent than Mozart, Beethoven, and Freud have all called it

Tornadoes Bring Air Travel in Chicago to a Standstill, Triggering Emergency Procedures

When tornadoes started forming over O’Hare International Airport Wednesday afternoon, the Chicago Department of Aviation’s emergency plans kicked into effect. Announcements sounded from loudspeakers throughout the sprawling facility. “Severe weather is approaching the

Flights, Car Rentals Decreased in Price This Month, According to New Report — Economy Experts Weigh In

It’s been called "revenge travel" or "rebound travel" — but most travelers are calling it what it is: a period of sky-high prices on nearly every part of a journey. However, the Bureau of Labor Statistics' Consumer Price Index released Wednesday shares some comforting news that

Luxury Travel in Africa: The Lux Collective Opens in Zanzibar

The Lux Collective and ZK Venture Company, located in Zanzibar, signed a hotel management agreement. The companies will open the region’s first LUX resort. The group’s entry into the new Tanzanian destination of Zanzibar is a strategic move. They aim to strengthen the

Spain’s Santiago de Compostela Wants to Introduce Tourist Tax to Combat Overtourism

Spain’s Santiago de Compostela in Galicia, which is one of the most popular pilgrimages cities in the country, plans on introducing a tourist tax that will affect all foreigners, regardless of their country of origin. With the city receiving more than 300,000 tourists as well as pilgrims each

New Exhibition Honors the Survivors and Descendants of Last Known US Slave Ship, the Clotilda

In the summer of 1860, a ship called the Clotilda set sail from West Africa to Alabama's Mobile Bay carrying 110 enslaved Africans. Though domestic slavery was still legal, the international slave trade had been outlawed 52 years prior. In an attempt to conceal his crime, the man

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You Can’t Drive in Florida if You Have a License From These 4 States

Under new state law, drivers from five states may have trouble driving through Florida. Aimed at cracking down on undocumented immigrants, Florida Governor Ron De Santis declared that driver’s licenses and driving permits from five states are now invalid in Florida. This

11 Things to Know Before Heading to Berlin

Berlin has risen from the ashes of its troubled 20th-century past and grown into one of the most liberal and safe cities in the world. Looking at Berlin today, it's hard to imagine that the city was divided by barricades for nearly three decades during the Cold War. After living for

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The number of Americans traveling last summer was up significantly thanks to the continued rollout of COVID-19 vaccines and the easing of travel restrictions. Now, even more Americans are traveling this summer. Indeed, half of the Americans surveyed in a new study said they

What Are the Most, Least Expensive Cabins on a Cruise? Here’s What to Know.

During a recent cruise, my ship sailed to Bermuda, it had a pool and water park on board. But lounging on my stateroom balcony was the part that felt most like a vacation. Sitting in the sun in my own space on Carnival Cruise Line’s newest ship, Carnival Venezia, as the waves

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It well may be the world’s most photographed gourd. The yellow polka-dotted pumpkin on a pier—the creation of the 94-year-old pop-art grandma Yayoi Kusama—is the unofficial symbol for Japan’s contemporary art center. But you won’t find this giant gourd in the ultra-modern

President for a Day

As President Ronald Reagan prepared for surgery to remove polyps from his large intestine, Vice-President George Herbert Walker Bush prepared to make history. For eight hours, President Reagan was in preparation

Cruise Close to Home and Fly Free! American Cruise Lines Opens 2023 Summer Season on the Upper Mississippi River

Guilford, CT— July 11, 2023 — American Cruise Lines explores the Mississippi River like no one else—offering 11 itineraries and 5 of the newest riverboats for unique cruises along the length of the River, including brand

10th Annual Romance Travel Forum Closes to Rave Reviews and Increased Business

Romance Travel Forum, an exclusive B2B event focused on destination weddings, honeymoons, and other romantic occasions celebrated with travel, recently concluded with outstanding reviews, and strong optimism

Delta Air Forecasts Stronger Earnings on Post-pandemic Travel Boom

Delta Air Lines (DAL.N) on Thursday lifted its full-year profit outlook for the second time in less than a month after its second-quarter earnings topped Wall Street estimates on a relentless post-pandemic travel boom. The carrier's shares rose 4% before the bell as the raised

You Don’t Have to Wait for a Passport to Travel: What to Know About Closed-Loop Cruises

When Chanel Sims graduated college, her mom rewarded her achievement by treating her daughter to a trip with Carnival Cruise Line. But the July 2022 sailing – shortly after her May graduation – didn’t leave Sims much time to get a key travel document: her passport. Sims

Europe’s Tourism Sector Continues to Grow in 2023 Due to Strong Travel Demand

The latest data from the European Travel Commission (ETC) has revealed that Europe’s tourism recovery is continuing to grow, as it recently reached almost 95 per cent of 2019 international tourist arrivals. According to the same source, although travellers have been facing

This Is Exactly How Airlines Choose New Routes

When you go to book a flight, there are some nonstop routes you expect to find every time. New York to Los Angeles, for example, or perhaps Chicago to Miami. But when you're considering both smaller domestic airports as well as major and minor international ones, your

Chicago Ranks High on Travel Leisure List of ‘Favorite’ Cities, Ahead of New York, Nashville and More

Whether its being named the "Best Big City in the U.S.," or securing several spots on a list that contains cities with the best pizzerias across the country, Chicago continues to rank high on reports that rate the best places to live or visit. It comes as no surprise then that a popular

Travelers Shell Out Big Bucks for International Shows

According to a recent report titled “The Experience Economy Endures” by Deloitte, travelers going to different locations for attending events has witnessed an uptick this year. Based on a survey of approximately 3,500 Americans, the report highlights that while the most common

This New Glamping Resort Just Opened in Paradise Valley, Montana — and You Can Take a River Float Right From the Hotel

For the travelers who love the idea of camping, but don't want to sacrifice modern hotel luxuries, Under Canvas does both. The company, which popularized upscale glamping in the U.S., opened a new 50-acre resort today in Paradise Valley, Montana, located just outside the

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It took a while, but people are just about done catching up on experiences lost during the pandemic. While a minority of high-dollar travelers are still confronting — and paying — four-figure airfares to Paris and Tokyo, prices are finally falling across the leisure economy, the

The Outstanding in the Field Dinner Series Is Back—and You Can Still Get Tickets

At McCabe Ranch, a sprawling cattle farm nestled into the base of the cosmically beautiful Elk Mountain range near Snowmass, Colorado, roughly 200 diners gathered recently for a farm-to-table dinner of house-made sourdough, red wine–braised beef cheek, and gala apple tart

In One Rhode Island Hotel, You Can Sleep Alongside Ludwig Bemelmans' Drawings

During one of the first summers I lived in New York City, in 2014, there was an exhibit at the New York Historical Society called Madeline in New York. I had grown up on Ludwig Bemelmans’ picture books, and had been named, in part, for the self-assured, red-headed Parisian

Shrinking Seaweed Mass Is Good News For Florida — Here’s Why

Scientists have some good news for people who live in eastern Florida or plan to travel there this summer. Last April, researchers spotted a record-setting 3 million tons of sargassum — a free-floating, smelly seaweed — in the Caribbean Sea. When the mass began washing ashore

11 Things Cruise Lines Are Getting Rid Of

Just like hotels adapted to modern times, so have large-scale cruise ships. For example, out with the ball gowns and in with athleisure. Some amenity tweaks have to do with safety (you just can’t have golf balls zipping into the open water), while others fall into environmental

A Perfect Weekend in Telluride

“This view is, like, killer,” I overheard a 20-something say to his companions during a recent visit to Telluride. We had just walked by each other on the main street of this southwestern Colorado mountain town, wedged into a box canyon. The group was looking toward the

Big Change for Clear Users: TSA Will Soon Require Passengers to Show ID

The U.S. Transportation Security Administration will require Clear users to verify their identity by showing a valid form of identification, rolling back the current Clear process, both entities confirmed to TPG. Prior to TSA's decision, Clear users could skip the normal three-step

Collette’s Culturally Immersive Tours to Africa Are a Hit With Travelers

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Alexander Hamilton Dies

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How Travel is Becoming More Accessible

One of AFAR’s core editorial values is inclusivity: travel—and travel stories—should be accessible and should reflect the multitude of human experiences. In the past, we’ve worked with writers such as Ryan Knighton and Kelly Dawson to better understand an African safari when

North Carolina Teen Detained at Airport for Travel Loophole, Father Says

A North Carolina teen was detained at a Florida airport after he allegedly used a “skip lagging” flight hack and violated American Airlines’ policy, according to WVNS-TV. Hunter Parsons said his son Logan was “interrogated a little bit” and didn’t “understand why they [American

Québec Leads the Way in Sustainable Travel

here were already plenty of reasons to visit the Charlevoix region of Québec: boating and wildlife-spotting on the St. Lawrence River, a slew of hiking and biking trails, natural beauty galore, local food, and much more. Now you can add sustainable travel to that list. A new zero

The 10 Best Hotels in Las Vegas, According to Travel + Leisure Readers

This city is on a hot streak, thanks to world-class entertainment, electric live shows, incredible dining, professional sports, and — yep — the fact that some things can only happen here. Las Vegas is riding high with T+L readers, and the competition is as fierce as ever, as Vegas has

Travel to France Without Leaving NYC: Bastille Day Festival Returns This Weekend

Celebrate French culture, freedom, and pride with the French Institute Alliance Française's annual open air festival on Sunday, July 16. Bastille Day is a French holiday that marks the anniversary of the storming of the Bastille in 1789. From 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Madison

‘It Feels a Lot Like Ida’: Flooding in New York Derails Travel for Thousands

Thousands of travelers were left scrambling in New York City and the Hudson Valley on Monday morning after a thunderstorm brought flash flooding overnight that crippled key parts of the region’s transportation networks. Train tracks along the Hudson River were inundated with

Argentina Travel Guide: Everything You Need to Know Before You Go

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What It’s Like to Bike From San Francisco to Sausalito

While in San Francisco after a bike ride across the Golden Gate Bridge, a man asked, “aren’t you cold?” It was brisk and windy, quite unlike Sausalito across the water. Smiling, I said I didn’t feel the cold at all, which was mostly true. The exertion, coupled with the joy of being

Playing Loud Music on Beaches in Portugal Can Cost Tourists up to €36,000

As the peak tourism season approaches in Portugal’s most popular beach destinations, beachgoers have received a warning about potential fines of up to €36,000 for loud music playing on portable speakers. The National Maritime Authority (AMN) of the country has banned

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With its sunny Black Sea climate, wide pebble beaches and boulevards fringed by palms, magnolias and banana trees, Batumi is everything that media darling Tbilisi isn't. While the Georgian capital hits headlines for its frenzied parties and politically charged atmosphere, Batumi is

What’s Next for Fairmont? Expansion, Renovation and All-Inclusive Resorts

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10 Best Moorea Hotels to Enhance Your Polynesian Paradise

One of the best French Polynesia Islands, Moorea emerges as a tropical paradise that captivates visitors with its pristine beaches, crystal-clear turquoise waters, and lush green mountains. Each of the selected Moorea hotels boasts unique features and amenities. Guests can

Cancun’s Airport Has Lots of Scammers. Here’s the Complete Guide to Breezing Through

Cancún International Airport (CUN) is Mexico’s second busiest airport by passenger traffic after Mexico City International (MEX). In 2021, it became the tenth busiest airport in the world for the number of international passengers (13.2 million) that enplaned and deplaned

Data Doesn’t Show How ‘Catastrophic’ Airline Wheelchair Damage Can Be

I have an ongoing project this year tracking incidents of airlines mishandling mobility devices, although it turns out saying it that way might be a little bit misleading. It’s true that Department of Transportation data for mobility device damage in air travel is reported by airline, but

Hallmark Channel to Debut Christmas Cruise in November 2024

Mark your calendars and dig out your ugly festive sweaters for the Hallmark Channel’s first-ever Christmas-themed cruise, taking place in November 2024 on Norwegian Gem. The four-night themed cruise is being organised by Sixthman, the promoter behind the Impractical

Royal Caribbean to Debut First Onboard Waste-To-Energy System

Royal Caribbean Group’s newest ships will become the first cruise vessels to convert solid waste directly into energy onboard as part of the corporation’s aim to halve food waste across its fleet by 2025. As part of the project, Royal Caribbean International’s Icon of the Seas will be

Avanti Introduces Two New Independent Travel Vacations, 10 New Hotels, and 16 New Experiences in Denmark; New Joint E-brochure and Webinar with VisitDenmark

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Mr. President, Chief Justice

On July 11, 1921, William Howard Taft, who had been the 27th President of the United States, was sworn into office as the tenth Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court. He is the only former President to also

10 Best Bora Bora Hotels to Elevate Your Tropical Vacation

Bora Bora is a breathtaking island Located about 160 miles northwest of Tahiti's capital city of Papeete, known for its pristine seas, white sand beaches, and iconic overwater bungalows. The island is the epitome of tropical paradise. Its dormant volcano provides the perfect backdrop

USA TODAY 10Best Readers Cite These Dessert and Treat Shops as the Best in the Nation

Whether you want cookies, ice cream, chocolate, candy or other desserts, you can find a shop in the U.S. that specializes in satisfying your cravings. From coast to coast, there are bakeries that make cookies with fresh ingredients and unique flavors, and there are ice cream parlors

Encountering the Infuriating, Overwhelming and Unwanted Smart Tech in My Hotel Room

At my boutique hotel high in the Swiss Alps, I returned from dinner, jet lagged and a tad tipsy, to discover that a television set inside a bathroom mirror had been turned on during turndown service. I pressed all of the buttons on the wall panel and then tried the switches on a

Where to Go to Avoid the Crowds in Paris This Summer

There’s something about summer in Paris. After the less-luminous winter months, an undeniable party vibe infuses the city when the sun doesn’t set until 10 p.m. Parisians crowd sidewalk café terraces, musicians play in the streets, beach bars pop up along the Seine. To add to

In One Rhode Island Hotel, You Can Sleep Alongside Ludwig Bemelmans' Drawings

During one of the first summers I lived in New York City, in 2014, there was an exhibit at the New York Historical Society called Madeline in New York. I had grown up on Ludwig Bemelmans’ picture books, and had been named, in part, for the self-assured, red-headed Parisian

Can We Have Eco-Friendly Cruising? What to Know About Zero-Emission Ships.

Imagine taking a cruise along the coast of Norway and stepping into the open air to see snow-covered peaks set to a hushed, white-noise soundtrack of lapping waves. If you close your eyes, you'd forget you're on a ship. That’s part of what specialty cruise line Hurtigruten

Top 5 Festivals To Attend In Germany This Summer And Fall

If you mention Oktoberfest, people immediately think of Germany. It’s important to note, however, that numerous other large festivals are held in Germany each summer and fall. If you’re looking for a quick getaway or even a longer trip, here’s an overview of five festivals in

4 Reasons Why This Central American Country Is the Best for Solo Female Travelers Right Now

For solo female travelers, Costa Rica is one of the top destinations in the world right now. This Central American nation is a great place for new and experienced solo female travelers alike. It makes a fantastic starting point for women who have never solo traveled before but are

On Call With Dr. Kumar: How to Stay Healthy for Summer Travel Delays, Jetlag and More

Staffing shortages and extreme weather events are creating the perfect storm for travel troubles this summer. Delays are inconvenient but can also be hazardous to your health. Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS New York with tips on how to stay healthy for every part of your trip

The Top 10 Beaches in England

The English seaside has a reputation for honking, beeping amusements, noisy stag parties and persistent breezes that necessitate erecting a wind-break to keep the sand out of your sandwiches. That’s one side of the English seaside. The other side is wonderful, with wild stretches

All the Differences Between Airplane Coach and Biz Class Bathrooms

On a long flight across the Atlantic or Pacific, most travelers won’t be able to avoid using the restroom. Passengers traveling in business class or first class have the luxury of more comfortable seating, complimentary booze, a multi-course meal, snacks on demand, and a nice little bag

10 Reasons Why Cruising Is the Best Way to See the Norwegian Fjords

Visiting the Norwegian fjords is the penultimate thing for any traveler to have on their bucket list. The stunning vistas and rolling green grass hills dotted with small Norwegian fishing towns are sites that are unique to the coastal inlets of this part of Scandinavia. However, reaching

Gatwick Airport: EastJet Cancels 1,700 Summer Flights

The vacation plans of thousands of travelers face disruption after U.K. budget airline EasyJet was forced to cancel 1,700 summer flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). The cancellations will affect around 180,000 passengers traveling to and from Gatwick in July, August and

In Pictures: Five of the World’s Most Remarkable Treks

Every journey starts with one small step, to paraphrase Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu. But some journeys contain more steps than others. "The most remarkable treks take us to other worlds – places unfamiliar to us," said author and global trekker Colin Salter, who discovered the

Heading to St. Lucia? Try Green Figs and Saltfish, the National Dish

If you haven’t been to St. Lucia, you should make plans to go in the near future. This charming island compensates for its small size with a bold personality and lasting impact on visitors. While you’re there, try green figs and saltfish, a signature dish. For clarity, the figs used in this

Cunard to Offer Themed Voyages on Two Ships in 2024

British cruise line Cunard has unveiled seven themed voyage itineraries for 2024. Four of the seven voyages will take place onboard Cunard’s flagship Queen Mary 2 as it crosses the Atlantic Ocean, while the remaining three will be offered onboard Queen Elizabeth as it sails around

The 10 Best Domestic Airlines, According to Travel + Leisure Readers

Though airlines have resumed nearly normal operations after the pandemic, 2022 was still a rough year for U.S.–based operators. There were numerous meltdowns with delays, cancellations, and lost baggage — yet prices were extremely high. "In general, good value, but post

The Great Fire

Medieval London was a tinder box. Wooden structures and shoddy construction, plus the use of live flame for heat and light, made for a combustible mix that often resulted in disaster. One of London’s “Great Fires” began

Travelling With Kids? Travel Writers Share Their Real-World Tips for Family Vacations With Less Stress

Travelling with kids is rarely a holiday. But it can be an adventure worth the overwhelming price tags (and power struggles) to explore the world together, create lasting memories and experience new things from a child’s point of view. While babies and toddlers may be easier

Mexico's Safest Tourist Destination Is Also One Of Its Most Beautiful

Amid the surge in demand for international travel, Mexico continues to soar in popularity, easily claiming the spot of the most-visited country among Americans. Despite their love for Mexico, with its laid-back atmosphere, and incredible culture, one of the things that persists at the

Got a Flight? Don’t Even Think About Checking a Bag.

I’m terrible at packing. Laughably terrible. Concerningly so. On a recent trip to Las Vegas with my boyfriend (I’m gay) and both our mothers (again, we are extremely gay) to see Adele (you get the idea), we both packed so much that you’d be forgiven for thinking we were moving

Travel to Space Aboard This Luxury, Design-Enhanced Capsule

A luxury spacecraft designed by French interior designer Joseph Dirand is now taking bookings for its first trip to space in 2024. The Céleste Luxury Space Capsule is the latest creation by space travel company Zephalto and brings guests a one-of-a-kind, exclusive space travel

10 Reasons This City Is Asia's Hottest New Travel Destination

In the heart of Asia, amidst an enchanting mix of mystery and allure, stands a city swiftly rising as the continent's most coveted travel destination. As China's other Special Administrative Region, it holds a fascinating history as a former Portuguese colony. The city is no other

Visiting Legoland With Autistic Children, and Other Vacations That Cater to Neurodivergence

Neurodiverse family travel doesn’t have to be so scary. I’m the single parent of a family with mixed neurotypes—my oldest daughter, who is 14, is autistic, while my two other daughters, ages 11 and 7, are not. After a decade of family travel with these kids, I’ve learned some

You Can Now Chat With a Pilot to Help Ease Your Fear of Flying — Here’s How

Those who have a fear of flying can now call a pilot to calm their nerves. Thanks to a group of pilots who started offering anxious friends — and friends of friends — 15-minute calls to explain everything that happens on a flight from takeoff to landing, a bigger idea was born. Cue

This European City May Have Flying Taxis Next Summer — Yes, ‘Flying’ Taxis

They aren’t quite like George Jetson’s space car in The Jetsons, but flying zero-emission electric taxis could soon be seen in big cities around the world. Volocopter — a German company leading the way among manufacturers of electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOLs) aircraft

The Wild Way That Craft Beer Breweries Are Majorly Upping the Ante

The choice between visiting a brewery or a winery is finally over. You’re looking forward to an afternoon in the countryside, tasting a local libation with gorgeous bucolic views. But what if you’re yearning for an IPA flight, but your friend feels like wine? Or you’re craving a brew

It’s Back: Sapphire Reserve Holders Can Enroll for Marriott Bonvoy Gold Status

There's good news for Chase Sapphire Reserve cardholders: Chase and Marriott have launched a new status challenge similar to the one the bank and hotel megachain offered a year ago. As of July 1, those with the Chase Sapphire Reserve can enroll for Marriott Bonvoy Gold Elite

Aruba’s Amsterdam Manor Resort Is Your ‘Peace’ of Home on Eagle Beach

Aruba, a beloved haven for American and European adventurers, has etched its place as a treasured destination over the decades. Amidst the diverse array of Caribbean islands, Aruba has managed to retain its irresistible allure. The island’s warm-hearted locals exude exceptional

Ruby Princess Finally Departing San Francisco After Collision

Princess Cruises’ Crown-class Ruby Princess is finally ready to get underway after appropriate repairs and inspections following the ship’s collision with Pier 27 in San Francisco in the early morning of Thursday, July 6, 2023. The ship has been certified fit to sail, and will be

Costa Cruises Announces Costa Voyages

Costa Cruises announces a new cruise experience called Costa Voyages starting September 2023! For 10-14 days, guests will explore new destinations and be exposed to new entertainment aboard Costa Cruises ships. Costa Voyages’ destinations include: the Canary Islands, the

Azores Airlines With Two Weekly Flights Between Ponta Delgada and Barcelona Year-Round

Azores Airlines will extend the direct air connections between Ponta Delgada and Barcelona year around, starting on October 4, 2023. Throughout the IATA 2023/24 Winter season, there will be two weekly flights on

The Roswell Incident

On July 8, 1947 The Roswell Army Air Field issued an unusual press release indicating that on July 7th, the day before, some of its personnel had located and removed a crashed “flying disc” from a local ranch. A second

Europeans Hunting for Alternative Travel Choices Amid Cost Concerns

European Travel Commission (ETC) has recently revealed that the overall number of Europeans planning trips from June to November 2023 has decreased by four per cent compared to the previous year due to cost worries. However, the same source said that despite the decrease

This Country Will Be the Most Visited in the World in 2025—Can You Guess Which One?

With cities steeped in history and neighboring countries within easy traveling distance, it’s no surprise that so many European destinations top travel bucket lists worldwide. Two countries, in particular, have spent the past few years vying for the title of the most visited place on the

What Is CFAR Travel Insurance? Here’s What You Need to Know

Anyone who’s traveled knows that even the most carefully planned trips can go awry. Travel insurance can be a helpful tool to make things right in some situations, like an injury, inclement weather or natural disasters. But it doesn’t cover every possible situation. Cancel for any

Best Things to Do in Aruba

Aruba, a beloved destination for global travelers, has long captivated visitors with its breathtaking beaches and welcoming hospitality. Yet, beyond the sun-drenched shores and pristine waters lies a cultural tapestry that thrives with vibrancy. As you plan your next trip to this

Regent Seven Seas Cruises to Offer New Culinary Shore Excursions

Regent Seven Seas Cruises is introducing 128 new culinary-focused shore excursions for itineraries in the Mediterranean. The cruise line has developed the tours in collaboration with local chefs and culinary experts as part of its Epicurean Perfection programme, which celebrate

Princess Cruises Ship Damaged After Striking Pier

Princess Cruises’ Ruby Princess collided with the pier in San Francisco while docking early on Thursday morning, July 6, 2023, at the end of a 10-night Alaska cruise. Damage above the ship’s waterline is currently being assessed, but no injuries have been reported from the incident

36 Hours in the Florida Panhandle

Running 24 miles through a stretch of the Panhandle of northwestern Florida, roughly between Destin and Panama City Beach, is State Road 30A. It spurs off U.S. Route 98 and passes a series of small towns of differing character, all with beautiful beaches. This area has long been a

Is This the New Premium Class Way to Travel?

Transportation services like Greyhound, Megabus, and Trailways have long been providing passenger rides for summer adventures, weekend getaways, cross-country trips, and every other kind of journey for years. While sometimes a less expensive option, motorcoaches can be an

Tourist Who Defaced Colosseum Says He Wasn’t Aware It Was Ancient

The tourist who infuriated a nation when he was captured scratching a love note into the Colosseum has apologized, claiming — with embarrassment — that he didn’t understand the history of the Roman monument. In a letter addressed to the city’s prosecutor and mayor

Melbourne in 5 Shops: Local Designers and Heritage-Listed Vintage

Australia’s creative heartland, Melbourne is all about idiosyncratic shops artfully stocked with progressive streetwear, prized vintage finds, acclaimed local literature and standout wines, cheeses and more. Writer, glutton and hardcore Melburnian Cristian Bonetto sheds light on five spots that encapsulate his hometown’s standout style, signature flavors and irrepressible spirit.

10 Top Rock-Climbing Destinations in the US for 2023

The US is home to some of the most stunning natural wonders in the world and offers plenty of opportunities for adventure seekers. When it comes to rock climbing experiences, the country will never disappoint, and while the activity was once reserved for the very committed

JetBlue Will Not Appeal Order to End American Airlines Partnership, Turns Focus to Spirit

JetBlue says it will end a partnership with American Airlines in the Northeast after losing a court fight over the deal, and will instead focus on salvaging its proposed purchase of Spirit Airlines. JetBlue Airways said Wednesday that it will not appeal a federal judge's ruling blocking the

Yes, You Can Rent an EV for Your Next Trip—Here’s How

For road trip–loving travelers with sustainability in mind, the rental car industry’s recent green face-lift is welcome news. While tracking down electric vehicles—or EVs—from a major rental car company was once a near impossibility, the industry’s newfound embrace of battery

These New Hotels Await an Anticipated Surge of Travelers

With nearly 220 million American adults taking at least one trip this summer, both at home and abroad, hotels are experiencing one of their busiest travel seasons in years. The uptick is expected to continue through the fall. Greeting the surge of travelers are several new hotels

A Man for All Seasons

On July 6, 1535, Sir Thomas More was beheaded when he refused to sign the Act of Supremacy declaring King Henry VIII Supreme Head of the Church of England. More was appointed the lord chancellor in 1529 after a

Hate Packing Clothes for Vacation? Japan-Bound Travelers May Not Have To.

Many travelers have occasionally resolved to become light packers, all the better to attain the unencumbered lifestyle of those who sweep through an airport with nothing more than a carry on. But what if travelers could pack close to nothing at all? That’s the idea behind a new

The State Department Is Offering a New Way for Travelers to Apply for Passports — What to Know

Amid a surge of new passport applications, the United States Department of State is taking a summer road trip of sorts across America to help travelers complete their application process. The “Special Passport Acceptance Fairs” will be held at public libraries, recreation centers

Demand for Taylor Swift's Eras Tour Is So High, This Airline Is Adding More Flights

Taylor Swift fans willing to travel to see the singer when her current world tour stops in Australia got some good news on Thursday: Air New Zealand is adding new flights to its schedule specifically for the occasion. Swift announced last week that she will play seven shows in

Don’t Be Dissuaded: Days at Sea Can Be the Best Thing During a Cruise

I woke up on the last morning of a cruise last month with big plans to do nothing. The ship, Carnival Cruise Line’s Carnival Venezia, was making its return to New York from Bermuda and I was staring down an entire day at sea. I found the ship’s remote position in the North

This National Park Announces Annual Blues Fest Lineup — Who You Can See and When

The Blues at the Arch Festival at Gateway Arch National Park in St. Louis has been a summer staple since 2015. The Gateway Arch Park Foundation — the official philanthropic partner and nonprofit conservancy for Gateway Arch National Park — has now announced the eagerly

This Is The Top Cultural Destination In Italy This Year

Italy is America’s favorite European getaway when the hot winds of summer begin blowing. A historical nation home to some of the world’s most iconic sights, including the Colosseum, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, and Milan Cathedral, it has enough attractions and sights to keep you

Astro-Tourism: Expert Tips on Traveling to See Eclipses, Meteor Showers and Elusive Dark Skies From Earth

For years, small groups of astronomy enthusiasts have traveled the globe chasing the rare solar eclipse. They have embarked on cruises to the middle of the ocean, taken flights into the eclipse's path and even traveled to Antarctica. In August 2017, millions across the U.S.

The Best Times to Visit Munich Through the Year

With snowy winters, hot summers and plenty of indoor and outdoor activities to fit all seasons, Munich has something to appeal to visitors throughout the year. Whether you want to flock to (or avoid) the city’s famous beer festival, explore the famous Christmas markets, or find

Should You Cancel Your Paris Trip After Travel Warning Issued?

On June 29, 2023 the U.S. Embassy & Consulates in France issued a security alert for American tourists in France or traveling to France citing riots and unrest after the police shooting of a 17-year-old in the Paris suburb of Nanterre. According to reports, on the morning of Tuesday

BREAKING: Northeast Alliance Turmoil as Jetblue Won’t Appeal End of Pact, but American Will

The Northeast Alliance has been thrown into question once more. JetBlue said Wednesday that it would not appeal a recent antitrust ruling by the federal District Court in Massachusetts against its partnership with American Airlines and begin the process of unwinding a complex

How the Chocolate Islands Are Rediscovering Their Roots

It took me less than half an hour at Claudio Corallo's chocolate factory in the sultry capital of São Tomé and Príncipe to realise that everything I'd ever known about chocolate was wrong. The 72-year-old Italian led me through a series of his creations, delicately carving slivers of

The First Clone

On July 5th, 1996, a female domestic sheep was born, becoming the first mammal cloned from a single cell. The process was successfully completed by the Roslin Institute near Edinburgh, Scotland. Scientists cloned the

Editor’s Letter: Even Amid Summer Travel Chaos, Nothing Beats Seeing the World

Many years ago, I interviewed Kevin Bacon over breakfast at a quiet restaurant on the Upper West Side. He was one of my favorite interviewees of all time, and to this day I remember the gratitude with which he spoke about his profession. Even if the script is mediocre, I

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This is the first summer in three years that Europe’s borders are completely open and travel restrictions fully lifted following the end of the pandemic. Needless to say, travel demand is skyrocketing, with millions of Americans flying across the pond for their summer holidays, but

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The unique circumstances of last year’s travel chaos are “largely behind us,” according to Airports Council International, while air traffic levels are nearing pre-pandemic levels. But flight prices have soared since the pandemic, well beyond the rate of inflation in Europe. “I do think

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Dog owners are nothing if not loyal to their furred companions. So it makes sense that their ideal travel destinations are ones that welcome dogs. With their book, Fifty Places to Travel With Your Dog Before You Die, Chris Santella and DC Helmuth set out to provide a road map and

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As the summer travel season hits the July 4th milestone, air travel woes are once again dominating headlines and the national conversation about the country’s transportation systems and infrastructure. Air travel disruption has a significant impact and is rightly a focus of scrutiny

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He set off on a two-year cycling trip around the world with a friend shortly after graduating from high school in 2021. But just a few months into the journey, Adam Swanson from Minnesota, who was 17 at the time, found himself traveling solo. Now, after a “few years of

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United Airlines has given 30,000 miles to passengers who were affected by the carrier's slew of cancellations and delays ahead of the Fourth of July holiday weekend. Travelers whose flights were canceled or delayed through June 24 through June 30 will receive the miles, the airline

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The state of California is, shall we say, massive: 800 miles north to south, 400 miles wide, from craggy coast to redwood forest. It alone could have inspired the lyrics to “America the Beautiful,” while the Pacific Coast Highway (Highway 1) is among the most iconic drives in the country

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Seeking a valid U.S. passport for that 2023 trip? Buckle up, wishful traveler, for a very different journey before you step anywhere near an airport. A much-feared backup of U.S passport applications has smashed into a wall of government bureaucracy as worldwide travel rebounds

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Anybody interested in a luxury safari trip to Africa may want to start setting aside some money for what could prove to be the trip of a lifetime. Marriott International has announced an agreement with Delaware Investment Limited to develop what will be known as JW Marriott

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Cool-kid chefs turning local bounty into Michelin-worthy dishes, an artisan whisky boom and a clutch of stylish hotels have helped Scotland shrug off its saturnine image and rebrand as a misty, moody mecca. The cult following of the time-travel television series “Outlander” has

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Few destinations capture the imagination like Iceland. This volcanic land of ice and fire, of glacier-carved fjords, of freely-roaming horses, feels like nowhere else on earth. From taking a soak in its geothermal baths and spas to delving into the history and legends of the Icelandic

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Bora Bora is a tropical paradise nestled in the South Pacific, offering pristine beaches, turquoise lagoons, and lush greenery. This idyllic island is home to some of the most expensive resorts, crafting an escape from the every day through their secluded locations, lavish amenities, and

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Cunard has debuted an illustrated, trade-friendly cutaway image of Queen Anne, the line’s latest ship, inspired by the cruise line’s advertisements from the 1920s, showcasing the company’s storied history. Designed by artist Dominik Bulka, the cutaway references features

Report: Bahamas Cruise Port Breaks Its Own Passenger Record

The Nassau Cruise Port in The Bahamas continues to see tremendous success, surpassing its 2019 passenger count, with over 2.2 million cruise visitors as of June 2023. The port’s chief executive, Mike Maura Jr, revealed the impressive numbers, highlighting a strong occupancy

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On July 3, 1988, Iran Air Flight 655 was flying to Dubai. Aboard were 290 passengers, including 66 children. As it passed over the Strait of Hormuz, the U.S. Navy's USS Vincennes mistakenly identified the Iranian Airbus

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Mother Nature will threaten Fourth of July travel and holiday plans as severe storms, record heat and wildfire smoke converge on one of the busiest travel weekends of the year. AAA projects more than 50 million people will take to the roads or skies over the next few days, and

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Seeking a valid U.S. passport for that 2023 trip? Buckle up, wishful traveler, for a very different journey before you step anywhere near an airport. A much-feared backup of U.S passport applications has smashed into a wall of government bureaucracy as worldwide travel rebounds

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Asia is full of so many amazing destinations that it’s hard to choose one when looking for a vacation on this side of the globe. Many opt for the cultural paradise of Thailand, while some go more off the grid, such as Vietnam. Wherever you decide to go in Asia, you really can’t go

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The verdant, lush landscapes of Kauai inspire people to take a deep breath and slow down. It’s the kind of place where visitors have the time to pursue experiences within their own definition of wellbeing — rather than following someone else’s expectation. An oceanfront sanctuary

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Searches for hotels in Bucharest, Romania, have surged by 55 per cent following the Netflix series, Wednesday, the accommodation search platform Expedia has revealed. According to Euronews, the interest in Romanian sights where the series was shot has boomed, also boosting

Traveling to France? What You Need to Know About the Protests.

Violent protests have spread across France over the past week since the fatal police shooting of a 17-year-old in a Paris suburb. More than 800 people were arrested on Thursday night after protesters caused widespread destruction in dozens of cities, setting cars and buildings on

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Exploring the outdoors has a way of healing the body and renewing both the mind and soul. Tai Beauchamp experienced this on her own journey after relocating from New York City to Los Angeles. While change can be good and tends to challenge people for the better, she still

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United travelers experienced the biggest share of flight delays and cancellations Friday. Bad weather that lingered in the Northeast kicked off widespread disruptions last weekend. Even United Airlines’ CEO couldn’t get a seat out of the New York area, taking a private jet on

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The Nile River is full of a variety of cruise ships: large tourist vessels, midsize hotel boats, luxury vessels with gorgeous decor and air-conditioning throughout, some even with swimming pools on top. They all travel between Luxor and Aswan in three or four nights, on

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If you're looking for July 4th events in NYC this summer, fireworks are merely one of many entertainment options on offer. Tons of the Big Apple’s best hotels, restaurants, bars, and landmarks are getting in on the holiday action with celebrations of all sorts this Independence Day

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In a nondescript building adorned with the LATAM logo sits a handful of Delta Air Lines employees — an arrangement that would’ve been unthinkable just a few years ago. Earlier this month, Delta officially inaugurated its new South Florida offices, which are now in LATAM Cargo's

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Explora Journeys announces the brand’s partnership with EHL Hospitality Business School, a hospitality management school that has campuses in Switzerland and Singapore. Both brands are excited to bring a Guest Experience Foundations training program for all Explora

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The National Park Service (NPS) manages 424 units across all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and U.S. territories. Most of those sites, however, are national preserves, monuments, memorials, historic sites, seashores, battlefield parks, recreation areas, and parkways

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It seems perfect — the Fourth of July falls on a Tuesday this year, allowing for a nice long weekend to get away. But it might be a little too perfect: Record-setting numbers of people are predicted to travel in the coming days. AAA, the auto association, is projecting record-breaking

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As hundreds of thousands of passengers experienced flight delays and cancellations this week, TPG keeps getting the same question: "What are airline passengers' rights?" It's not a simple question to answer, but essentially right now, airline passengers in the U.S. don't have many

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Travellers that have plans to fly in or through main hubs across Europe are highly recommended to check their flight status before travelling as the majority of airports in the zone are dealing with the havoc caused due to strikes. Workers across Europe are unhappy with the high

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Munich, Germany is often an underrated destination with Bavarian history, Central European culture, whimsical art and attractions. It makes for an unforgettable travel experience for any history enthusiast, beer and wine lover, meat connoisseur and architecture buff. There are

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If an explicitly queer restaurant opens in a relatively queer neighborhood in a queer-friendly city, is it really even queer? The answer is, I think, yes. And also, no. And also: It turns out that queerness maybe means something bigger and more radical that could nourish us all

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Universal Orlando Resort has the sweetest way of making kids not quite tall enough to take on the thrill rides look forward to their next visit — and you may not even know about it. In a TikTok posted this week, a mom at Universal Orlando showed her son hoping to ride Hagrid’s

If Your Flight Is Canceled, This Restaurant Will Give You Free Margaritas

If you run into issues at the airport this Fourth of July holiday, Bahama Breeze has something that can ease the pain. The Caribbean restaurant brand is running a “Flight for a Flight” deal in select U.S. cities, serving free margarita flights to travelers whose plane trip gets

This Coastal Florida Town Just Announced Its July 4 Schedule — When You Can See Fireworks

It’s time once again for what’s billed as “the largest Fourth of July fireworks show on the Gulf Coast.” The annual Real. Fun. Fourth. celebration at Panama City Beach, Florida, will be a “red, white, and blue extravaganza,” featuring fireworks displays on three nights: Sunday

Beware of Summer Travel Scams: What to Watch For, How to Report

With summer travel underway and the Fourth of July on Tuesday, you're probably ready to kick back and relax. Unfortunately, scammers are counting on you doing just that. Travel fraud is one of the biggest money makers for criminals. CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger

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When Steve Nkumum was a child herding cows in the Maasai Mara village of Talek, Kenya, he was perplexed to see non-Maasai-Kenyan tour guides dressed in his tribe’s colorful traditional garments. “The guides were pretending to be Maasai. It was uncomfortable – someone talking

10 Reasons This Punta Cana All-Inclusive Resort Is The Perfect Family Vacation Spot

Parents across North America are likely familiar with Nickelodeon as a brand and a TV channel. But not everyone realizes they have their own resort where the beloved characters of Nickelodeon come to life to entertain families. The Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Punta Cana from

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In August 2022, Choice Hotels acquired Radisson Hotels Americas. And at the end of January, it became possible to transfer points between the programs at a ratio of 2 Radisson Rewards Americas points for every 1 Choice Privileges point. When I spoke with three Choice Hotels

Cruise Lines Face Steep Fines as Canada Introduces New Regulations

Canada is cracking down on cruise ships dumping wastewater too close to its shores. Violators may face hefty fines that can go up to $190,000. These environmental policies were first introduced in April 2022 as voluntary measures but as the cruise peak season in Canada

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On June 30, 1936, Margaret Mitchell's Gone with the Wind went to publication and became an almost instant bestseller. The story, which revolves around Scarlett O'Hara, weaves its tale of private struggle into the

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On June 29, 1613, the first Globe Theatre burned to the ground. The theatre went up in flames during a performance of Shakespeare's Henry VIII, probably a result of a mistake with a prop cannon. The theatre (and

Wildfire Smoke: Smoke From Canadian Fires Blankets Great Lakes Region

Thick smoke from the seemingly endless Canadian wildfires has again blanketed large swaths of the United States, prompting warnings for residents to stay indoors with few signs of any immediate respite. Several major cities, including Detroit and Indianapolis, reported some of

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With the Fourth of July only a few days away, record-breaking numbers of travelers are expected to hit the road and fly for the holiday weekend. Roger Reynolds, CEO of Reynolds Financial Group, says now, more than ever, there's an incentive to do that. "A lot of trips were

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The feared repeat of last year's summer travel woes began to materialize this week, with thousands of flights delayed or canceled amid inclement weather and staffing shortages. The troubles began last weekend, with nearly 2,000 U.S. flights canceled, according to

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While so many of us have a bucket list of destinations just waiting to be checked off, sometimes the rising costs or sold-out hotel rooms, particularly during popular travel times (we see you, summer), can impede those plans. But that doesn’t mean you should put the brakes on

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Imagine you’ve just landed back in the US after your first international getaway. It was amazing. You watched everything you’d ever dream about unfold before your eyes. The only thing you can think about is recollections from your time abroad and you return home refreshed

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From world-class dining to cultural landmarks, the French capital remains one of the world’s most visited cities, with 37 million people expected for this year alone. Choosing a favorite hotel can be as challenging as choosing a favorite restaurant, particularly in a city brimming

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With day-after-day of stormy weather plaguing much of the US, flight cancellations and delays have reached a frustratingly high level for travelers in the last week. Since Sunday, Flight Aware reported more than 121,000 flight disruptions, with hundreds of flights in coming days

Flyer: United Airlines Had ‘Taken and Abused and Broken My Body’ by Dropping Wheelchair

Raina Jones found that even recounting what happened to her wheelchair was emotional for her. “They tried to lift it off and they dumped it all over the place,” she told USA TODAY. “It’s absolutely terrifying to watch that happen … They take away my life … It’s not just my legs

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Beaches, beaches, beaches. That's why most people come to Florida. But the state's sand-swept shorelines are only the beginning. Florida may have some of the best beaches in the South, according to USA TODAY 10Best readers, but Florida also boasts a verdant interior teeming

These 7 Beaches Were Just Named The Most Beautiful In The World

Beaches, you either love them or hate them. For some, there is no better way to spend a holiday than by laying in the sand, feeling the waves lap at your feet, and enjoying the smell of sunscreen and whatever foods the locals are selling. For others, the idea of baking in the

How to Avoid Fatal Mistakes at National Parks, According to a Ranger

Andrea Lankford has lost count of how many lost or injured hikers she helped during her 12 years with the National Park Service. Her rough estimate is in the hundreds. “It’s just too many to calculate,” said Lankford, a former law enforcement ranger who participated in search and

The Best 8 Things to Do in Belize With Kids

Known for its dual identity as a Caribbean and Latin American nation, Belize holds a world of wonders that will delight even the littlest of travelers. Hundreds of offshore islands, vast expanses of rainforest and tons of biodiversity combine to ignite a sense of adventure and

In Australia, ‘Safety’ Is Inhibiting Ecological Processes and Aboriginal Cultural Practices

Australia lives up to its reputation of being the “Lucky Country,” particularly when it comes to stargazing. The Southern Hemisphere proves to be just as beautiful for night viewing as the reputable Scandinavian skies where you find the Aurora Borealis. Many parts of the world

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Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, beckons vacation-goers with its alluring combination of pristine beaches, vibrant attractions, and rich cultural heritage. This coastal paradise offers an unparalleled vacation experience with its collection of stunning Myrtle Beach hotels and resorts. Its

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In November 2022, IHG Hotels & Resorts announced a partnership with Iberostar to add more all-inclusive resorts to its network. Although IHG doesn't own the Iberostar Beachfront Resorts brand, IHG One Rewards members can now earn points and enjoy on-property perks when

Should You Go to the Buffet or the Main Dining Room on a Cruise? I Tried Both.

Carnival Cruise Line’s newest ship, Carnival Venezia, marks some culinary firsts for the line. The Venice-inspired ship, which set sail from the U.S. this month, has dining options, including Il Viaggio, a new restaurant serving regional Italian fare, and special on-theme menu items at

Crystal Forms Five-Year Partnership With OneSpaWorld

OneSpaWorld, which worked with the Crystal brand for more than 20 years before it was acquired by A&K Travel Group in 2022, will also operate the Aurōra Spa, a new spa concept designed in collaboration with Tillberg Design of Sweden. The spa redesign is one of many

5 Most Overlooked Cruise Costs First-Time Cruisers Always Miss

It’s easy for first-time cruisers to overlook these 5 costs that always take them by surprise. Planning for your very first cruise is an exciting time. There are so many possibilities for adventure, and wonderful memories are sure to be made. It doesn’t matter if you are taking your

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On this day in 1919, the governments of Belgium, Britain, France, Italy, the United States, and all allies on one side and Germany and Austria Hungary on the other signed the Treaty of Versailles in Paris, formally ending

Flight Attendants’ Secrets for Surviving Summer Travel

Should you haul yourself out of bed in the middle of the night to be on the first flight of the day? Should you pack snacks or rely on airplane food? Who should you turn to if your flight is canceled? Summer travel always brings highs – long-awaited vacations and sunshine – and

Indonesia’s Futuristic Take on Travel

Sparks from the fire filled the air as a descendant of a clan of 15th-Century blacksmiths plunged a pair of tongs holding an alloy of precious metals into the flames. At his forge, in the Balinese village of Klungkung, Jro Mangku I Wayan Sudiarta appeared serene as he carved sacred

The Rich Can’t Just Take Off Anymore. What Killed Impromptu Travel.

There’s one luxury the rich can no longer afford amid surging travel demand: spontaneity. As a record number of Americans prepare to travel for the July 4th holiday, agents and travel companies are also reporting unprecedented demand for high-end trips all summer, with

Fiji vs Tahiti: Which to Choose?

Crystal-clear lagoons, world-class diving, luxury resorts, spectacular jungle hikes…is there anything we don’t love about the South Pacific? If only we could spend our lives floating from island to island, comparing and contrasting the beaches, coral reefs and ultra-hospitable

This National Seashore Announces Summer Programs — How to End a Perfect Day

After a perfect day at the beach, there’s nothing quite like winding down with an outdoor music performance or presentation. If you’ll be visiting Cape Cod this summer, that’s exactly what you can do on Tuesday and Wednesday nights. Indeed, Cape Cod National Seashore has

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Summer travel is just about into full swing, and several destinations have had travel advisories or warnings issued of late. Many of these have been issued for destinations popular with summer travelers, so it’s worthwhile to review some of the more recent ones for last-minute

Malaria Spreading Locally In One Southwest Florida County, CDC Issues Alert

T​he CDC issued a health advisory Monday after two more cases of locally acquired malaria were made public in Sarasota County, Florida, bringing the total to five in two states and marking the first such cases in the U.S. in 20 years. "It's fair to believe that this malaria is

Alaska Airlines to Offer Nonstop Flights to the Bahamas from Los Angeles and Seattle

Alaska Airlines has announced the launch of its inaugural nonstop flights to the Bahamas, departing from both Los Angeles and Seattle. The company also is expanding its Mexican service by adding flights. Los Angeles to Nassau flights start at $169 round trip for a limited time

June Marks 50 Years at Collette for CEO Dan Sullivan

Pawtucket, RI (June 27, 2023) – The month of June 2023 was a special one for Collette CEO Dan Sullivan, who surpassed 50 years with the company. Sullivan joined North America’s longest running tour operator back

1st Look: United Debuts Its Nicest Club Yet in Newark’s New Terminal A

United Airlines is giving Newark a big glow-up with the opening of its hotly anticipated new lounge in the airport’s Terminal A. On Wednesday, the airline officially opened the doors to its newest United Club outpost, welcoming (some disgruntled) flyers into this oasis

10 Best Myrtle Beach Hotels That Elevate Your Coastal Getaway to New Heights

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, is a vibrant and enchanting vacation destination that perfectly blends sun, sand, and fun. With its pristine beaches, exciting attractions, and countless recreational activities, Myrtle Beach has become a sought-after destination for those seeking a

A Cruise Passenger Was Rescued After Reportedly Going Overboard From the 10th Deck

A Royal Caribbean International passenger was rescued after going overboard on the cruise line’s Mariner of the Seas ship Sunday. U.S. Coast Guard watchstanders at Sector San Juan received a report at around 5:45 p.m. that the 42-year-old woman had been rescued by the

16 Great Places to Stop Along California's Pacific Coast Highway

Many parts of the United States have the ideal conditions for a road trip. Cruising along the country’s hundreds of thousands of miles of national and state highways and byways, travelers can see majestic mountain ranges and otherworldly geological formations, stop off at

Celebrity Cruise Ships Will Start Visiting Cococay in 2024

Celebrity Cruises has announced that two of their cruise ships will start visiting CocoCay next summer. CocoCay is an award winning private island in the Bahamas operated by sister cruise line Royal Caribbean. The two Celebrity cruise ships that will visit CocoCay are Celebrity

The Travel Institute marks 10th Annual ‘Promote Your Professionalism’ 50% Certification Scholarships

FRAMINGHAM, MA, JUNE 26, 2023 – The Travel Institute’s 10th Annual Promote Your Professionalism (PYP) campaign kicks off today and runs through July, giving all travel industry professionals, including travel agents

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On June 27, 1898, a 37 feet sloop-rigged fishing boat named Spray sailed into Newport, Rhode Island. It was by all accounts an unremarkable boat except for one thing: its captain, Joshua Slocum, had just

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Vacation is meant to be relaxing, exhilarating and insert all the other positive adjectives you like, but it is often stressful and disappointing. Traveling while fat can be both of those things, as well as dehumanizing and FOMO-inducing. Actually, plus-size travelers don’t just have the

8 LGBTQ+-Friendly Travel Destinations to Consider This Pride Month and Beyond

As all eyes watch the gradual rollout of anti-LGBTQ legislation in the U.S., many members of the community may feel even more apprehensive about traveling to other countries where laws are already more strict. “Having LGBTQ+-friendly travel destinations is not only

How I Beat Expensive Summer Travel by Booking an All-Inclusive Trip to Mexico With Travel Points

There’s no such thing as low season anymore. With travel demand sky-high, travelers are flocking to all destinations, regardless of the weather. Recently, I stumbled upon Cancun as an ideal summer destination. Granted, it’s hurricane season and beaches are covered in

Accor Plans to Open More Than 1,200 Hotels as Travel Demand Picks Up

Accor (ACCP.PA) plans to open more than 1,200 hotels in the next five years, increasing the number of its resorts by more than one-fifth, it said on Tuesday, the latest sign the industry is betting on strong travel demand long-term following the pandemic. Europe's biggest hotel

How To Buy Travel Insurance For Cruises

If your travel bucket list includes sunny skies, ocean views and kicking back at sea, you’re not alone. Canada’s largest port, the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority, is expected to receive between 1.2 million and 1.3 million cruise passengers and 331 cruise ship visits between April

July 4 Holiday Expected to Bring Heavy Travel to Florida

Average gasoline prices in Florida decreased 6 cents during the past week, but that trend could change as travel picks up for the extended Independence Day holiday weekend. Florida motorists on Monday paid an average of $3.35 a gallon for regular unleaded, down from $3.41 a

Albatros Expeditions Debuts New Ship, Ocean Albatros, in Norway

Albatros Expeditions has debuted its newest vessel Ocean Albatros, which will operate in the Arctic for its first season. The ship departed on its maiden voyage on 15 June from Tromsø to Longyearbyen in Norway. “The vessel was delivered to us on 10 June and we have been

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European vacations and getaways are a top pick for travelers venturing across the water this summer. However, many American travelers may not realize the strife underway in Europe that could negatively impact their travel plans. Many countries are experiencing mass protests

Report Claims Bulgaria & Romania Will Join Schengen Zone in October 2023

Bulgaria and Romania may soon become the newest members of the Schengen Zone after, according to a Euractiv report, both Balkan states will be admitted to Schengen in two phases from October this year. According to Euractiv, in October border controls at the airports will be

Designer Randy Fenoli Brings Bridal Fashion To Princess Cruises

2024 brides or fans of bridal fashion, this one is for you! Princess Cruises revealed their exciting latest offering of wedding packages and appointed Randy Fenoli, a well-known TV personality and bridal fashion designer, as the Love and Romance Brand Ambassador. As part of his

Widespread Travel Disruptions Pose Major Test for Airlines

It was a weekend that many travelers likely couldn't wait to forget, and Monday's travel outlook doesn't look much better. Widespread flight disruptions led to more than 17,000 delays nationwide on Saturday and Sunday, according to data collected from FlightAware. While far

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In El Reno, a small industrial town just west of Oklahoma City on Oklahoma's portion of Route 66, Sid's Diner is hopping during lunch. With the sharp smell of crisping onions and burger grease in the air, most of the diners in the joint are munching down on a sandwich that was

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The American Alligator is one of the few notable large North American species that visitors can not see in Yellowstone National Park's wildlife roster. But now, it would seem that folks can see the alligators in Tennessee, as their natural range has been expanding in the area. Don't

Online Travel Scams Are on the Rise—Here’s How to Protect Yourself

Dodging scams is a part of life in the 21st century. Fraudulent calls, sketchy emails, pestering ads, fake websites, and shopping scams are not going to go away anytime soon. According to the Federal Trade Commission, consumers lost an estimated $8.8 billion to fraud in 2022

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On June 26, 1963, US President John F. Kennedy stood in West Berlin. The Communist government of East Germany had recently erected the Berlin Wall, a barrier to free movement between the East and Western

4th of July Weekend Travel Could Set New Records, AAA Says

If you're going away for the long 4th of July weekend, be prepared for traffic and lines at the airport. According to AAA, the number of Americans traveling by car and air could be at record levels. The agency predicts 50.7 million people will travel 50 miles of more from their

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A trip to Europe often requires hefty prepaid and nonrefundable deposits to secure flights, hotels and tours. Travel insurance protects these outlays if you cancel your trip for a covered reason. Many U.S. health insurance plans don’t provide coverage in foreign countries, making a

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The tragic deaths of five people on a tour to see the Titanic shipwreck this week have put the risks of extreme travel into focus. But despite the dangers, travel to out-there locations like the South Pole, remote mountaintops, shark-infested waters and space is becoming more

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Europe is at a crossroads in its relationship with tourism. Summer is on the horizon, international travel is back, and people are returning to their favorite destinations. As post-pandemic travel confidence booms, so are concerns about the negative impacts of overtourism. Overtourism

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Justin Albertynas, a travel industry expert based in Vilnius, Lithuania, has some good news for US travelers who might be a bit self-conscious about the “ugly American” stereotype. His opinion: “It’s not true at all.” “Europeans in general, and all the European businesses that I’ve made

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Elegant needn’t mean exorbitant. Travel + Leisure's editors, contributors, and A-List travel advisors recommend 44 properties under $350 that are chic, comfortable — and easy on the wallet

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Disney is offering a top-of-the-line vacation package for luxury travelers starting in 2024. Disney, which is known for its theme parks and resorts worldwide, organizes extravagant vacation packages through the “Adventures by Disney” tour business. Their latest offering is a travel

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The Caribbean is home to all kinds of hotels and accommodations. From budget-friendly options to the most luxurious and expensive hotels, there is something for every traveler. If you’re looking for the ultimate indulgence, then the Caribbean’s most opulent hotels are where you

These Epic Road Trips Don't Require a Gas Station

A new era of road trips is here, as more and more electric vehicle charging networks are popping up across the United States and beyond. Some destinations already offer a robust network of charging stations, or EV experiences to test-drive, such as a Porsche supercar or an all

In 2024, You Can Have a Michelin-Starred Meal in Space

The United States has Cape Canaveral, Canada has Montreal, and France has the Occitanie region. It’s in this French region that one finds Aerospace Valley, a business cluster of hundreds of aviation research and engineering companies and the center of Europe’s aerospace

Flying With Breast Milk or Formula? Don’t Worry About Liquid Limits. Here’s What to Know.

Actress Keke Palmer called out airport security officers in Houston earlier this month on Twitter, saying they threatened to throw out more than 16 ounces of breast milk as she was going through security. The officers were unambiguously in the wrong if they did ask her to get rid of her

Repairs on I-95 in Philly Are Moving Quickly — When the Road Will Reopen

There’s good news — well, great news — for anybody who needs to travel on Interstate 95 in and around Philadelphia. On the morning of June 11, a tanker truck carrying 8,500 gallons of gasoline crashed into I-95, then burst into flames. The fire caused the highway’s northbound

So, Should You Worry About Orcas Attacking Your Boat in the Med?

Humans may not be the only species distressed since 2020. Since the Spring of that year, there has been an increase in orca encounters with small boats, particularly off the coasts of Spain, Portugal, and Morocco. Experts, however, caution that there’s no reason to believe that the

10 Best Us Virgin Islands Cruises for Seafaring Escapades

Cruises to the U.S. Virgin Islands offer a tropical vacation where tourists unwind on white-sand beaches, soak in the natural beauty, and have treasured experiences that will last a lifetime. There won't be a dull moment on any of these luxurious cruises run by the world's leading cruise

Patent for "Type-Writer" Granted

Christopher Latham Sholes, Samuel Soule, and Carlos Glidden did not develop the first typewriter - but their design which was patented on June 23, 1868 was destined to be the most successful. None

CDC Says Infants Should Get Extra Measles Vaccine Prior to Traveling Abroad as Cases Rise

Infants eligible for a measles vaccine should receive one prior to international travel, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said amid rising cases of the highly contagious disease during the summer travel season. The guidance came as part

Forget Revenge Travel, Why Bleisure Is The New Post-Pandemic Vacation Trend

Remember revenge travel? Hitting your bucket-list destinations with all the vacation budget you banked during the pandemic is so 2022. Now, the concept of bleisure — half business, half leisure — is the new and booming trend making the travel industry

Why Traveling to Mexico Just Got Way More Expensive for Americans

Mexico remains one of the hottest vacation destinations in the world for American travelers. In 2019, the last year before the pandemic, some 40 million Americans visited Mexico. Now demand for Mexican travel continues to increase, and many airlines

Here’s How to Guard Yourselves From Pickpockets While Traveling

Safety is a priority for travelers exploring the world internationally and domestically. One of the oldest criminal types in history often prey upon unassuming tourists. Pickpockets love tourists wandering around unknown spaces with so many things available

These 3 Things Could Wreck Your Summer Flight Plans. Here’s What You Can Do.

As air travel has come roaring back since the pandemic, flight disruptions have periodically made it difficult for people to reach their destinations. Delays and cancellations from a huge winter storm in late December and another one in late January, a

Viking Iceland: A Viking Age Travel Guide

Thanks to famous tales of discovery involving the likes of Erik the Red and Leif Erikson, Iceland’s Viking legacy is a significant draw for tourists today. Despite the lack of Viking ship excavations that we see in Norway and Denmark, or the absence of

This Black-led Afro-Futuristic Project is Coming to Burning Man

Black culture will be showcased at Burning Man 2023. In a groundbreaking achievement, the Star Kingdom of Oba will be an art installation presented to celebrate African heritage and the interconnection between humans and animals. With Burning Man

The 11 Most Beautiful Villages in the French Countryside

The French love a good contest. From Paris’s annual baguette competition to the cow beauty pageant at the Salon de l’Agriculture, there’s no stopping the matchups. Even village charisma is judged in Le village préféré des Français, an annual TV

Southern Brazil Has Two New Unesco Geoparks - Here’s What Visitors Need to Know

Last month, two zones in Brazil’s southernmost state were recognized by Unesco as Global Geopark regions: Quarta Colônia and Caçapava do Sul, both in Rio Grande do Sul. “Geoparks are territories defined by Unesco as areas that have a geological

What Should You Do to Protect Yourself From This Silent Killer When Traveling?

News of a couple dying earlier this month in a luxury hotel in Mexico due to a possible gas leak has reason to rattle travelers all over the world. And although it turned out that neither gas nor carbon monoxide was to blame for the deaths, the case has

10 Best St. John Virgin Island Resorts, Villas and Hotels for Unforgettable Escapes

The US Virgin Island is home to many resorts, and St. John has quite a few of them, along with hotels and villas aplenty. The enchanting island of St. John is widely considered a hidden gem in the US Virgin Islands that offers an unforgettable vacation

A New Era of Exceptional Experiences With Crystal

For more than 30 years, Crystal Cruises has been renowned for delivering award-winning cruises on boutique vessels with high-end interiors, dining, entertainment and wellness experiences. In June 2022, A&K Travel Group saved the brand from liquidation

Hottest New Cruise Ships Debuting in the 2nd Half of 2023

We’re halfway through 2023 and cruise lines have a number of new ships set to debut in the second half of the year. Here is a look at the six hottest new cruise ships coming out before 2024. The cruise ships are listed in order of when they will make their

G.I. Bill Becomes Law

On June 22, 1944, President Franklin Roosevelt signed into law the Servicemen's Readjustment Act of 1944 - better known as the G.I. Bill. The law provided a range of benefits to those who had

Traveling Abroad This Summer? You May Need One of These Vaccines First

A few years ago, I was surprised when my mother-in-law informed me that I should get vaccinated for typhoid and yellow fever ahead of a family trip to the Caribbean. At the time, I didn’t know that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

Colorado Travel Business Led by Women Leads All-Female Groups on Adventures Worldwide

After working toward running her own outdoor-adventure business, Kelly Kimple bought a company with a storied history only to begin an adventure of a lifetime: keeping a travel business going during a pandemic. The Fort Collins woman trained and

Americans Say They Want Eco-Friendly Vacations. But Few Make It a Priority

The start of summer travel season is underway, and Americans are crowding into airports, interstates, and cruise terminals, family in tow, to get away from it all for a week or two. A lot of them will be thinking about sustainability: the carbon emissions

7 Editor-Approved American Hotels to Add to Your Travel Itinerary This Summer

Looking to get away from it all? Nothing beats the delight of checking into a great hotel—and this season’s crop of stateside hotel openings, carefully curated by our team of ardent luxury-stay prospectors, is a standout attestation of American hospitality

EU Agrees on Negotiating Mandate for Collection & Processing of Air Travel Data

Air travel data is set to undergo significant changes as the ambassadors of the European Union member states have agreed on the negotiating mandate of the Council for two legislative proposals regarding the collection and transfer of advance passenger

In Wales, Roaming a Land of Legends

Nine hundred years ago, the Lord Rhys, ruler of the ancient Deheubarth kingdom, established a great seat of religious learning in the heart of mid-Wales. The abbey was called Ystrad Fflur (Strata Florida in the Latin spoken by the Cistercian monks who ran

A Century Later, the Titanic Still Fascinates. Here’s Why.

More than two miles under the sea, off the remote coast of Newfoundland, sits the skeleton of a ship that has captured the public’s imagination for more than a century — rusting, decaying, but still emitting a siren call that draws historians, explorers

This Restaurant Was Just Named Best in the World

A South American restaurant has won the top prize in the annual World’s 50 Best Restaurants list for the first time. The accolade was announced in Valencia, Spain, on June 20. The winning restaurant is Central in Lima, Peru. It’s helmed by married chefs

This U.S. Airline Is Rewarding Its Most Loyal Fliers With a Major Airport Security Perk

Airport security is about to get a speedy upgrade for frequent fliers of Alaska Airlines. As the summer travel season is underway, the Seattle-based airline announced Wednesday that it's providing Clear Plus membersips for to its Mileage Plan members for

Through the Eyes of Boricuas: A New Exhibition Popping Up in London and Toronto

From Rincon to Ceiba, Ponce to San Juan, Puerto Rico is as rich in the exuberant creativity that emerges from its local queer voices as it is in tropical landscape. Boricuan pride is about celebrating that culture, cherishing individualities and respecting the

This Stunning Island Is the World’s First Phone-Free Tourist Destination

If you’re hoping to post on Instagram while visiting the Finnish island of Ulko-Tammio, you’re out of luck – the island has just become the world’s first phone-free tourist area. This summer, the remote, uninhabited island is urging visitors to unplug and “to

5 Reasons This Is The Best Beachfront All-Inclusive Resort In Punta Cana For American Travelers

There are certain places that check all the boxes for the typical American traveler — and as an American myself, I can really tell when a place puts effort into making sure they set themselves apart to make us feel right at home. Most recently, I had a

Chaotic Scenes on Royal Caribbean Cruise Ship After Freak Storm

Port Canaveral, Florida, experienced a dramatic start to the weekend on Friday when a sudden summer storm disrupted the departure of Royal Caribbean’s Independence of the Seas. The summer storm caught passengers off guard while boarding the

This Luxury Cruise Line Just Added 164 New Itineraries — Including a 154-Night Around-The-World Sailing

You can now book Regent Seven Seas Cruises' new lineup of sailings for the 2025 - 2026 season. Luxury cruise line Regent Seven Seas Cruises recently announced its 2025 – 2026 schedule, which includes 164 new voyages and 29 ports of call the

The Japanese Attack Fort Stevens, Oregon

On June 21, 1942, a federal fortification at the mouth of the Columbia River in Oregon became the only military installation in the continental US to be attacked by the Japanese during World War II. A Japanese

Travel Experiences You Can Only Enjoy While You’re Young

There’s no deadline on traveling the globe – strapping on a backpack and heading out to explore new destinations is an activity that should be open to everyone. But if you’re still in your teens or 20s, it’s worth knowing about some of the amazing discounts, experiences

12 Things Doctors Always Do When They Travel to Avoid Getting Sick

When travelers return home from a vacation, they typically bring cool souvenirs, cherished memories and a broadened perspective on the world. But sometimes they also come home with a terrible cold, digestive problems or other health issues. It’s common to get sick

Japan Ranked the Safest Destination for Solo Travel

Planning a group trip can be stressful. It sucks to prepare for a group vacation only to watch the number of travelers dwindle as the trip gets closers. To avoid this plight, many Black millennials and Gen-Z travelers have been opting for solo travel instead of group trips. Now

CDC Issues Polio Warning for International Travelers — Where the Virus Is Circulating

Polio, one of the world’s most feared diseases, was eradicated in North, Central, and South America in the early 1990s. That wasn’t the case in the rest of the world, however. Now, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a “Level 2 – Practice

Can Air Travel Ever Be Sustainable?

Even miles out from an airport, the stink, noise, and sprawl attest to the heavy environmental toll that air travel imposes. Flight is carbon intensive and difficult to separate from dirty fuels. You can’t pack enough batteries into a plane to get it across even a U.S. state. And

How Underwater and Deep-Sea Tourism Became So Popular

In recent years, a wave of underwater "bucket-list" experiences has sought to bring travellers in close contact with the ocean's depths. More than 70% of our planet is covered by water, and in an age when so much on land has been explored and explained, a recent wave

10 Charming Small Towns to Visit in Massachusetts

Massachusetts is home to nearly seven million residents sprinkled across 10,565 square miles, but not everyone lives in its bustling metropolises like Boston, Worcester, and Springfield. The state is punctuated by hundreds of smaller towns that are worth exploring

Virgin Galactic Soars. What the Climb Says About Extreme Travel.

Virgin Galactic shares kept flying on plans for its first commercial space flight. Investors seemed to shrug off dangers of extreme travel, despite the disappearance of a private submersible filled with passengers headed to view wreckage of the Titanic. The luxury ocean liner

A Walk Through the Past in New York

In the 19 years since my book “The Island at the Center of the World,” about the Dutch settlement that preceded New York, came out, I’ve changed the way I think about the history and geography of New Amsterdam, which occupied the southern tip of Manhattan Island

Royal Caribbean’s Utopia of the Seas Ship Will Offer Short Getaways Starting in 2024

Royal Caribbean International’s new ship will pack a full vacation of fun into a weekend-friendly package. The line’s Utopia of the Seas ship will begin sailing three-and-four night itineraries when it debuts – a first for its Oasis Class – from Florida’s Port Canaveral in July

Here’s What Happened at Day 2 of the Paris Air Show

The second day of the Paris Air Show is in the books, and it was a busy one. Boeing and Airbus both announced big sales, while another muggy and drizzly day couldn't stop the acrobatics of the traditional flying display. Boeing scored its first orders of the show with a trio of

How to Trek to Everest Base Camp

Top of many people's travel bucket lists, the trek to Everest Base Camp is often the first thing people think about when they start dreaming of a trip to Nepal. The walk takes trekkers past Sherpa villages and Tibetan-style monasteries, right up into the heart of the

10 Best Hotels in St John’s Us Virgin Island That Offer a Serene Hideaway

St. John's US Virgin Islands is a stunning destination with its pristine beaches, lush green forests, and crystal clear waters. It is home to the beautiful Virgin Island National Park, famous for its rich marine life. As the smallest of the US Virgin Islands, it's primarily untouched

Inside the Bulgari Hotel Roma

Earlier this month, Bulgari Hotels & Resorts opened the Bulgari Hotel Roma—the ninth jewel in the brand's growing collection of hotels—located at the Piazza Augusto Imperatore. The 114 room hotel is replete with classically Italian design flourishes and exquisitely layered

Costa to Sail 23 New Cruises in India in 2023-2024

Costa Cruises’ Costa Serena is to become the largest cruise ship to operate domestic itineraries in India when it begins a series of new sailings in the country in November 2023. The 23 new sailings, which will run from 4 November 2023 to 1 January 2024, will visit

West Virginia Becomes a State

"Voices from the mountains are loyal and true" - those were the words of President Abraham Lincoln on this day in 1863 when West Virginia seceded not from the Union, but from Virginia. Sentiment against leaving the

The Future of Travel: 10 Concepts That Will Change the Way We Experience the World

Travel has come a long way since the age of Silk Road caravans, daunting sea voyages and steam locomotives -– and will continue to transform in years to come. Concepts that feel plucked from sci-fi novels and films are quickly making their way into mainstream travel

What It’s Like to Travel as a Queer Family

When my wife and I brought our daughter into the world five years ago as two mums, my mother told me, “You’re breaking new ground.” And she was right. According to the Office of National Statistics, in 2019, there were 212,000 same-sex families in the UK, an increase of 40

Wheelchair Users Fight for Easier Air Travel

Accessibility advocates are fighting for new rules that would ease air travel for passengers needing extra assistance — especially those requiring wheelchairs, who currently aren't allowed to sit in their own chair during flights. While airlines are banned from discriminating

Why You Never Want to See These Four Letters on Your Boarding Pass

If you already think airport security is a hassle, you better buckle up if you spot "SSSS" printed on your boarding pass. The dreaded designation stands for Secondary Security Screening Selection, and it means your airport security experience is about to get a lot more

Cruise Saudi Launches New Cruise Line, Aroya Cruises

Cruise Saudi, a subsidiary of Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, is launching its own cruise line Aroya Cruises. The name ‘Aroya’ combines the word ‘Arabian’ with ‘roya’, which means ‘vision’ or ‘dream’. The line will aim to showcase Arabian destinations to Saudi

These 5 Destinations Offer Horseback Riding For All Levels

Are you an avid horseback rider, or simply do it as a casual hobby? Have you ever thought of incorporating equestrian activity into your travels? Whether you’re in the desert, the woods, or on the beach, riding a horse is a special way to explore your surroundings. Even

Spain Surpassed 8.8 Million International Air Passengers in May 2023

Data provided by Spain’s official tourism website, Turespana, has revealed that Spain received over 8.8 million international air passengers in May 2023, indicating a growth of 13.9 per cent compared to the same month of the previous year. Furthermore, the accumulated data

Sir Lancelot Jones: The Black Farmer Who Inspired a US Park

When the light is just right, there's no horizon line in Biscayne National Park. Blues from the sky melt fluidly into clear-green waters, where scattered tangles of mangroves shelter young sharks and great herons. These several dozen northernmost islands of the Florida Keys

These Are the 10 Best Luxury Beach Resorts in the Caribbean for 2023

Once a year, the World Travel Awards celebrate excellence across all hospitality industry sectors. This year's Best of the Caribbean and Americas winners will be announced in August from the Sandals Grande St. Lucian in Saint Lucia. Graham Cooke, founder of the World

Is Marriott Looking to Enhance Suite Night Awards for Elite Members?

Big changes could be coming for Platinum and Titanium Elite Marriott Bonvoy elites. On Friday morning, View from the Wing reported that Marriott Bonvoy could be enhancing Suite Night Awards. The proposed Suite Night Award changes would mean Marriott Bonvoy would pay

10 Great Things to Do in American Samoa, the Forgotten US Territory

In the late 19th century, Samoa found itself in the middle of a power struggle between the German Empire, Britain, and America. The resolution was that Samoa was partitioned in 1899, and while most of Samoa is an independent country today, the American part of the

The Real Reason Bermuda's Beaches Are Pink

Whether you’re pulling up Google images of Bermuda’s pink-sand beaches for instant relaxation or vow to book a flight to the island (seriously, sinking your toes into this sugar-fine sand is dreamy!) there’s no doubt about it: these beaches are beautiful. Few other places in

Where Locals Go: Try These Lesser-Known French Vacation Destinations

We asked three of our correspondents in France for their favorite summer-vacation destinations that are off the typical international tourist trail. Their picks offer a rich and varied cross section of the country, revealing mountain trails, centuries-old architecture, chic coastal resorts

Are You Tougher Than a 10-Year-Old? Young Girl Rescued After 24 Hours in the Mountains

In what can only be called a remarkable display of resiliency and resourcefulness, a 10-year-old girl was found alive and well after spending more than 24 hours alone in Washington’s rugged Cascade Mountains. When asked how she survived a cold night alone in the mountains

What Do People Do on a Dude Ranch? Foreman at Arizona’s Circle Z Ranch Offers a Glimpse

There are many good reasons that the Circle Z Ranch in Patagonia, Arizona, is ranked No. 5 on the USA Today 10Best Readers Choice Awards for Best Dude Ranches of 2023, but perhaps the main reason is all about family. For while Circle Z has welcomed guests to the

How the New Bahamas Port Tax Will Impact Cruise Passengers

After a proposal to increase Bahamian passenger taxes by up to 78%, cruise line operators are finally speaking up — starting with Carnival Cruise Line President Christine Duffy saying she would prefer to delay the fees. During an interview onboard Carnival Venezia’s first sailing

Julius and Ethel Rosenberg Executed

On June 19th, 1953, Julius and Ethel Rosenberg were executed in the electric chair at Sing Sing prison. Their deaths marked the first execution of civilians for espionage in U.S. history. Accused

American Airlines Ends Free Bag Check on International Trips

Even as President Biden promises to crack down on tacked-on fees in the travel industry, American Airlines has rolled out a new one. Effective immediately, travelers on international flights booked in basic economy now will be charged $75 for the first

Fort Worth's Juneteenth Celebration At Hotel Dryce Celebrates Black History And Its Community

Juneteenth is set to be celebrated in grand fashion across North Texas this Monday. Thousands will gather for cookouts, live music performances, and enlightening history lessons that delve deep into the holiday’s Texan roots. In 1865, Union soldiers

6 Reasons Why Solo Travelers Will Love This Off-Path Country

South of India lies a magical island full of warmth, unique culture, and the island’s desire to be noticed by travelers. No, it’s not the Maldives, as that’s already a well-known bucket-list destination. The beautiful country of Sri Lanka has been through

How Simple Luggage Trackers Became the Hottest Travel Accessory

Out of the post-pandemic travel chaos, a hero has emerged. Unassuming and undercover, this hero has spent much of the past year traveling the globe, stepping in when airlines mess up to save people’s precious vacations. Its name? Well, it goes

The Art of Being a Flâneur

Your “first care must be to ignore the very dream of haste, walking everywhere very slowly and very much at random,” Henry James advised visitors to Perugia, the capital of the Umbria region in Italy. A self-described flâneur, or idle stroller, James applied

Two Americans Found Dead at Oceanfront Mexico Hotel

Two Americans were found dead this week at an oceanfront hotel in Baja California Sur, authorities said. In a statement posted on Facebook on Thursday, the Mexican state’s attorney general’s office wrote that there were not signs of violence, but that the

Paris Is Cleaning the Seine River—Soon You’ll Be Able to Swim in It

For hundreds of years, the Seine River has inspired artists, served as the backdrop for scenic romantic strolls, and provided a thoroughfare along some of the most familiar Paris landmarks, such as the Eiffel Tower and Notre-Dame. But it’s not been a

Score Up to 30% Off Walt Disney World Hotels for the Holidays

Walt Disney World just announced several deals on hotel accommodations — just in time for the holiday season. Available to all guests, the resort is offering up to 25 percent off on most stays Sunday through Thursday nights from Oct. 2 through Nov. 18

Where to Watch the Seattle Pride Parade–and the Best Events to Hit All Month Long

With ten percent of Seattle identifying as LGBTQIA+, and so many more locals of this dynamic and progressive city showing up and support them in droves, the city’s annual Pride festivities spill out from June’s Pride Week into the entire month—with a few

Plantations Aren’t the Only Destinations Tied to Slavery: What to Know Before Visiting

Throughout the South, people can visit plantations and other destinations tied to slavery, but the connections aren’t always clear. They can be in surprising places and look nothing like expected. “The most important thing for people to remember in

New Speeds on Amtrak Trains Will Get You From Chicago to St. Louis Quicker — How Fast They Travel

Amtrak’s rail service from Chicago to St. Louis is popular for good reason: Driving the 298 miles takes more than 4 hours and can be nerve-wracking for drivers. Now, in what’s hailed as good news by anyone making that trip by train, as well as Amtrak

The 15 Best Free Things to Do in Madrid

The capital of Spain is a city of fine food, rich history, buzzing nightlife and creative exuberance, but taking in its sights and experiences can burn through your travel budget. By the time you've factored in a morning trip to the Museo del Prado, tapas

The Most Unexpected and Magical Way to See Wildlife in Africa

The solar-powered boat quietly made its way along the serene waters of the Chobe River, flanked on one side by the craggy banks of Botswana’s Chobe National Park–thick with mopane and mahogany trees–and the marshes and fields of neighboring

10 Best Royal Caribbean Cruise Ships for Adults

The Royal Caribbean is the world's second-largest cruise line operator, and its ships are among some of the most popular ones that sail the seas today. A big reason for its worldwide popularity is the fact that most Royal Caribbean cruise ships are catered

A Day in the Life on a Vacaya Gay Cruise: From Sunrise to the Late-Night After-Party

The sun lazily peeks through the curtains, signaling the start of another day aboard a Vacaya gay cruise. Given the plethora of activities available, what should you decide to do for the day (and into the night)? In February 2023, I sailed with Vacaya on a

Abraham Lincoln Accepts Illinois Republican Nomination for Senate

"A house divided against itself cannot stand." With these words, Abraham Lincoln accepted the Illinois Republican Party nomination for Senate. The now famous quote was a fitting beginning to

How to Deal with These Common Travel Problems

It’s been projected that this summer is going to be a big one for travel, with numbers climbing well above pre-pandemic levels. It’s estimated that 85% of Americans are planning on getting out of town this season, and given what an awful winter it was for

This Is the Safest Country for Solo Travelers in 2023, According to a Study

Solo travel can be very rewarding, but it can also be challenging to find destinations that are safe and can accommodate single travelers. Now, a study from luggage storage company Bounce is spotlighting what countries are best for solo travelers. When it

Delta Makes Major Announcement as Travel Stages Big Comeback

The covid-19 pandemic dragged the world through some harsh times a few years back and the airline industry was one of many that took heavy losses. The sector lost $137.7 billion in 2020 and $42 billion the following year, according to the International Air

Colorado Springs Partners With Online Travel Site Focused On Helping Travelers With Mobility Disabilities

Visit Colorado Springs, the city’s primary marketing organization for travel and tourism, announced this week that it will team up with Wheel the World, an online travel site, to help people with mobility disabilities find accessible hotels and travel spots. More

Man Arrested in Killing of U.S. Tourist on Cliff Near German Castle

German police arrested a 30-year-old U.S. man in the killing and attempted sexual assault of an American tourist Wednesday near Neuschwanstein Castle, a popular tourist attraction in Bavaria. Police said he pushed two women down a 150-foot drop

10 Hotels in Las Vegas off the Strip to Escape the Neon Veil

In the bustling city of Las Vegas, renowned for its vibrant nightlife and iconic Strip, lies a treasure trove of unique hotels and accommodations that offer a refreshing departure from the typical Sin City experience. In fact, some of the best hotels in Las

Reimagining the Retreat: What’s Next in Wellness-Focussed Travel?

What does it mean to be “well”? The wellness industry, including wellness retreats, an increasingly popular travel product, often tells us that wellness is about cutting out certain things to focus on others. A typical retreat might ask guests to forgo carbs and

Passengers With Disabilities Ask EU Commission for Improved Air Travel Regulations

The European Disability Forum (EDF), the European Passengers Federation (EPF), and AGE Platform Europe (AGE) have renewed an appeal to the EU Commissioner for Transport to reopen the revision of a Regulation in an effort to enhance the right

This Scenic Wine Region Is Europe's Most Underrated River Cruise Destination

As our river cruise ship wound its way through Portugal’s postcard-perfect Douro Valley, a colorful passenger train passed through the nearby hills, its occupants leaning out to wave and shout greetings. Our captain responded with a sharp toot of the

Malibu's Secret Beach for the Wealthy Is Opening to the Public After 40 Years

A secret beach for the wealthy in Malibu, California is not going to be a secret for much longer. Escondido Beach has been wrapped up in legal battles for decades, as the beach is not accessible to the public, as required by local regulations. According

Qantas Is the Latest Airline to Relax Gender-Specific Flight Attendant Uniforms

Flight attendant uniforms now offer employees more choice and flexibility in their appearance, as airlines continue to step away from the tradition of requiring gender-specific styles. Just last week, Qantas was the latest to relax its standards, getting rid of

Universal Studios Is Turning ‘the Last of Us’ Into a Halloween Horror Nights Haunted House

For the first time ever, the post-apocalyptic world of “The Last of Us” will come to life as a haunted house at Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights. “‘The Last of Us’ haunted houses on both coasts will propel guests into a world of carnage and

This Part Of Florida Continues To Reopen — How It Is Recovering From Hurricane Ian

It has taken longer than some residents and business owners expected, and the recovery process has been frustrating for many, but some parts of southwestern Florida that were damaged by Hurricane Ian are welcoming summer travelers. Hurricane Ian, a

The Most Popular Places Hilton Honors Members Are Traveling to This Summer

Is there a better time of year than summer? If you're asking me, the answer is no. I love the warmer months when the days are longer, kids are out of school and, hopefully, there's a vacation on the books to look forward to. If you don't have something

These 5 Resorts and Villas Are Among the Most Expensive in California

California, the third largest state in the United States, offers a plethora of experiences. There’s the buzz of Los Angeles, the wine of Napa Valley, and the magical redwood forests. There are also the beaches and ski resorts of Lake Tahoe, which California

Princess Cruises Reveals Family Experiences Aboard Sun Princess

Princess Cruises’ Sun Princess will bring the family fun in 2024! Today, the cruise line shared information on the ship’s Park19, a space for all generations to engage and try new activities together. “Park19 as the name suggests is a new space created for all

American Cruise Lines Opens the Summer Season with Brand New Tennessee River Cruises

Guilford, CT—June 14, 2023— American Cruise Lines announced today that it has opened the summer season operating brand new 8-Day Tennessee River Cruises between Nashville and Chattanooga in

George Washington Named Commander-In-Chief, Continental Army

True to the manners of gentleman at the time, George Washington never admitted to any ambition and never publicly sought power - but on June 15, 1775, his was the only serious name considered for the post

UK to Institute Travel Authorization Form and Fee for Inbound Travelers

US travelers to the United Kingdom will have one more hoop to jump through beginning next year, as the new Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) becomes mandatory. The UK announced yesterday that all visitors to England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland

This Small Town in Virginia Has a Luxurious Countryside Hotel With an Infinity Pool, a Jean-Georges Restaurant, and a New Spa

If Great Britain has been calling your name — perhaps after binge-watching Netflix’s Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story — but you can’t stomach this summer’s sky-high transatlantic flight prices, there might be a better option. The foothills of Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains

4 Places to Travel Without a Passport

There are very good reasons why you might be looking at destinations where you can travel without a passport. Maybe you are skipping out on international travel this year to save money. You might have been a victim of the current passport processing delays and have no

Women Who Travel Podcast: New York's Chinatown Through the Eyes of a Family That's Been There for Generations

New York City's Chinatown is arguably one of the most famous neighborhoods in the world—and perhaps one of the most storied, too. Ava Chin, whose memoir, Mott Street: A Chinese American Family’s Story of Exclusion and Homecoming, tracks her family's New York

Is The All-Inclusive Travel Package Worth It?

The first thing that comes to mind with all-inclusive resorts is often less than stellar food and unappealing amenities you can find anywhere else around the world. In some cases, all-inclusive resorts can also lack culture, which is why true travelers tend to keep away

Traveling Abroad? Don’t Be Tempted to Pay Your Way Using Your Home Currency

Part of the joy of travelling comes from experiencing the unfamiliar – a different climate, culture or cuisine. But when it comes to paying for things abroad, we might feel more comfortable using the currency we are most familiar with, the one we use at home. This has

The Iberá Wetlands: Argentina’s Answer to Yellowstone

As the languid waters of the Carambolita stream shimmered in the early morning sun, our small flotilla of kayaks nosed its way against the gentle current. To one side, a cocoi heron picked its way across lilypads in search of frogs, its long-feathered plumes rising and falling

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The sounds of the jungle catch me off guard on my first morning waking up in the SeaPod, a futuristic overwater bungalow off the Caribbean coast of Panama that is now open for overnight stays. Hidden in the lush surrounding terrain, southern house wrens croon their scratchy

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A romantic island getaway in the Maldives. A safari in Kenya. A visit to the pyramids in Egypt. Apart from being popular on bucket lists, these vacations have one thing in common: Their destinations have strict anti-L.G.B.T.Q. legislation. In the Maldives, gay sex may be punished with

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Unite Here Local 11, the Los Angeles and Orange County lodge of the National Hotel and Food Service Workers Union, has asked workers for strike authorizations at 62 Southern California hotels that have contracts expiring June 30. The strike authorization vote is planned for June 8

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New Zealand is famous for being one of the most picturesque countries in the world as well as being one of the most travel-friendly countries. The national parks in New Zealand reflect the beauty and natural diversity of the Pacific island nation. New Zealand is reasonably large — a

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A widespread blizzard in December, perfectly timed to wreak havoc as millions hit the road for the holidays, led to thousands of canceled and delayed flights around the country. Within a couple of days, most airlines had gotten back on their feet, brushed the snow off their wings and

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Following the success of the first Global Youth Tourism Summit held in Sorrento, Italy, in 2022, the MSC Foundation has partnered with UNWTO to provide several educational courses related to sustainability aboard MSC Erubia. As a result, the specially-equipped MSC

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On June 5, 1956, infamous rock musician Elvis Presley appeared on the Milton Berle Show. The entertainer performed the song “Hound Dog”, singing without his guitar. During the performance, Presley used hip and leg

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If you’re planning to travel to Hawaii this summer then you’ll be in good company. The number of travelers visiting Hawaii this year is expected to exceed 2019 pre-pandemic levels. Hawaii is a notoriously popular vacation destination and for good reason. Offering sun, sea

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Were you planning on a last-minute trip to Orlando to visit Gov. Ron DeSantis’s favorite amusement park? “Prices are currently high for your search,” warns Google Flights. Well, yes they are. And yes, fares have been high throughout our last two years of “revenge travel” mode

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With lots of sandy places to spread a towel, shipwreck diving sites, and waves begging to be surfed, the Outer Banks of North Carolina have all the ingredients for a dreamy beach vacation. Yet, the people who live in this sought-after summer destination are communities on the

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Fans of independent and boutique hotels may think big names such as Hyatt or Marriott International don’t have much to offer when it comes to character-filled accommodations. But as these global powerhouses continue to expand — Marriott, the world’s biggest hotel brand, has

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Since May 2023, travelers to Japan have no longer been needing a COVID test or proof of vaccination to travel there. Tourists are back in full force—nearly 2 million foreign leisure and business visitors visited the country in April 2023. According to AFAR’s Jessie Beck, who visited in

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Flyers just got one step closer to greener air travel. This morning, Scandinavian Airlines (more commonly known as SAS) opened bookings aboard its first electric planes—the 30-seat ES-30 model, developed in partnership with Heart Aerospace—which will take to the skies in 2028

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Accompanying many of the country's best distilleries are tasting rooms, offering enthusiasts a chance to sample a distillery's wares on-site or close enough to it. Beyond the allure of the spirits themselves, many tasting rooms — like these 10 voted by USA TODAY 10Best readers as

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Beyoncé and Bruce Springsteen have taken over Europe. Taylor Swift reigns over the United States. And country legends Willie Nelson, Shania Twain, and Luke Combs are selling out shows at home and abroad. That means even if your social media feeds are already dominated by

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Former “The Tonight Show” host and comedian Jay Leno will serve as Carnival Venezia’s first godfather. The ceremony honoring his title will be held on June 14, 2023, after the ship is christened and begins its service in New York City. Carnival Venezia is the first of Carnival Cruise

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Inflation has strained some household budgets, yet consumers continue to shell out on vacations. Domestic airfare has moderated but international flights are up sharply from 2019 and last year. International travel has been especially strong since the end of pandemic-entry

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No one wants to experience unpleasant surprises while travelling, and that extends to making claims on a travel insurance policy. After all, you buy coverage for peace of mind should unexpected problems crop up before or during your trip. But if you’re unaware of how your

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Phuket, Thailand is known as the “Pearl of the Andaman Sea” for a reason. This tropical paradise shines with the harmonious vibe of pristine beaches, verdant hills and vibrant culture. It entices travelers from around the globe. As Thailand’s largest island, Phuket is located in the

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May is gone and you know what that means: it’s Pride month! You could celebrate many places, but New York really knows how to add extra seasoning to an already flavorful period. Sure, you’ve seen the photos and videos from past Pride events. But all of that pales in

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It’s the dream of every traveler - an unlimited flight pass that gives you access to over 85 destinations, without breaking the bank. Frontier Airlines, known for its Summer passes, announced a new iteration providing unlimited flights throughout the fall and winter for travelers at a

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Maui’s Wailea Beach is a picturesque oceanfront perch for a strip of luxury hotels, including the Four Seasons where Season 1 of HBO’s The White Lotus was filmed. That now-iconic property shares a prized stretch of beachfront with the Wailea Beach Resort and Grand Wailea

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When it comes to our global environmental concerns, air travel has long been one of the guiltiest parties—contributing to more than 2.5 percent of worldwide carbon emissions. While the industry is making strides with a goal of reaching net zero by 2050, right now it’s up to

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The Mexican Caribbean is the go-to spot for Americans traveling abroad. With its turquoise waters, charming coastal settlements, and wellness scene, there is truly no better place for sunseekers to be, but if Cancun no longer appeals to you, then vacationing in a smaller

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Shell-o! I’m Eva. I have two legs, but I’m really a mermaid. Or at least I’ve always thought I was, ever since I grew up a bespectacled fish-out-of-water in Crystal River, Florida – a small Nature Coast town nicknamed ‘Home of the Manatees’. When Disney’s The Little Mermaid was

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The most awesome perk of vacation days is waking up to a scrumptious array of breakfast options. Being the most important meal of the day, people prefer their breakfast to be fulfilling and nourishing enough to give them adequate energy to explore throughout the day

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A company which was hired to dispose of cruise ship waste has been fined for illegally dumping the materials at a landfill in Cozumel. While the actions taken by the company Ecomar were illegal, there is no evidence that their actions were sanctioned by a cruise line. An

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Carnival Cruise Line’s “Carnival Fun Italian Style” has begun with the brand’s latest ship, Carnival Venezia, on her maiden voyage to New York City. The ship departed Barcelona, Spain, on May 29, 2023, and will arrive at the Manhattan Cruise Terminal on June 13, 2023. Carnival

CNN Launches

On this day in 1980, the Cable News Network, CNN, launched at 5:00 PM EST. The channel's innovations, especially its 24-hour continuous news broadcast, would set a precedent for news in the decades to come

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Travelers Initiates Class Action Lawsuit Against Delta Air Lines Over Sustainability Claims

A consumer class action lawsuit filed Tuesday claims Delta Air Lines inaccurately billed itself as the world's “first carbon-neutral airline” and should pay damages. The complaint in federal court in California alleges the airline relied on carbon offsets that were largely bogus

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SIXT, an authority in the travel industry, recently conducted a study, examining over 50 of the nation’s most remarkable bodies of water. This comprehensive analysis encompassed diverse aquatic landscapes, including lakes, cenotes, and hot springs. SIXT identified the top 10

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Variety Cruises, a family-run business that was founded in Greece in 1949, is refining its cruise offerings by going ‘deeper’ into its voyages. The line will visit more remote areas and create experiences that enable guests to immerse themselves in the history, culture and cuisine of

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In the past, Disney had a reputation for producing over-polished fairy tales and glossing over controversy in order to present the shiniest, most palatable version of happily ever after. Now, exactly 100 years after the Walt Disney Company was founded, Disney finds itself tackling

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Cancun remains one of the top destinations for American travelers this summer and has been considered one of the safest in the region. That’s why so many travelers are flocking to this Caribbean paradise, but there’s good news for those who prefer to avoid crowds

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Never segregate; always aggregate. This has always been the motto of Kiki Pais de Sousa, 56, a Portuguese transgender woman who founded the first mixed LGBTQ+ and hetero-friendly sauna spa in Europe in 2011. Apolo 56 in Lisbon brings together

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Antarctica is the southernmost continent in the world and a hot spot for scientific research. While some people enjoy planning cruises to Antarctica, those trips are something of a drive-by. The continent is actually inhabited by many scientists and researchers. Around 400

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The summer travel season is upon us. We're hopeful that your travel will be event-free in most scenarios, but there are a number of strikes to look out for across Europe that particularly affect the travel sector. If you are traveling on these dates and need further advice, check out our

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Popular tourist destinations in Spain, France and Bulgaria, are ranked among global destinations where tourists could fall ill, while a total of 8,675 posts about getting sick in these places are evident. Forbes’s study about places where tourists can get physically sick is based on

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Travel is littered with forks in the road, and here’s another one: You learn that your flight is delayed while you’re still at home. Do you get comfortable and make yourself a sandwich, or stick to your original timeline and head to the airport?

Big Ben

Big Ben, the tower clock in St. Stephen's Tower that looks out over the Houses of Parliament in Westminster, London began keeping time on this date in 1859. Designed by Edmund Beckett Denison, the clock was

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Bologna is an underrated city that deserves a spot on any travel bucket list. While its lesser-known status is a drawback for some, Bologna offers a host of advantages like fewer crowds, affordability, and captivating experiences. CNBC recently conducted a study consulting 175

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Amtrak’s new Acela trains are already years late. The new trains were supposed to enter service in 2021, and the railroad says the delay is because testing isn’t going smoothly. “We want our customers to experience these new train sets as soon as possible, but Amtrak cannot

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Zapata Ranch is so low key you could easily drive right past its gravel entry road near the lonely tail end of a highway leading to a small, remote national park. And that’s the point: Location, privacy, and space are the true luxuries of this all-inclusive ranch. Sheltered among tall

Why Air New Zealand Is Now Weighing Its Passengers

This summer, one airline will be weighing more than luggage. Air New Zealand announced on Tuesday that it will ask its passengers to step on the scales at their departure gates as part of a five-week customer weight survey. Under the initiative, some 10,000 passengers

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When someone is looking to vacation in South Florida, they probably think of Miami first. That may soon change, though, because Fort Lauderdale is quickly becoming the perfect South Florida destination. Here are six reasons why Fort Lauderdale should be your number one

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When you look through the airplane window and catch your first glimpse of the Azores, it leaves you speechless. No wonder this Portuguese archipelago is labeled as "The Hawaii of Europe" and the "Islands of Colors". Set in the middle of the Atlantic, halfway between

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I recently flew into San Francisco International Airport (SFO) on a flight that landed around midnight, and once on the ground, I checked both my Uber and Lyft apps for a ride into the city. The costs were astronomical. Prices were surging, with the two rideshare services

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Las Vegas welcomes roughly 88,000 thousand tourists daily, with the average length of their stay being 3.5 days. The city is adventure-packed; no wonder it’s one of the top destinations travelers consider visiting twice. Fortunately, Las Vegas has many hotels to cater to a

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A cool train, a fun daytrip and a great excuse to get dressed up in 1940s-era attire and hit the rails — my interest was immediately piqued. When the team at TPG heard about the vintage train cars the United Railroad Historical Society of New Jersey runs up the Hudson River

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From meaty to veggie, fried to boiled, traditionally flavoured to globally inspired, there's a wonton to suit most palates. Wontons, unlike dumplings, tend to be made with a thin, square wrapper and served in soups. While eaten all over China, they are more popular in the

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Finland’s Eastern Border pilot fence, which is due to be finished in the summer of 2023, will be crucial for an enhanced border security system, while the Finnish government has yet to decide whether the Border Guard will be responsible for preventing unauthorised entries

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There’s nothing better than incredible hotel accommodations. Luxury experiences, amazing food, and good vibes are exactly what’s in store when booking a stay at a high-rated hotel. But what if you could get luxury and nostalgia all at once? More travelers are seeking out

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A Carnival Cruise Line ship was rocked by rough weather on its way back to the U.S. over the weekend. Carnival Sunshine had been sailing on a round-trip Bahamas cruise from Charleston, South Carolina, when it got delayed ahead of its return Saturday. “It felt like it was tilting

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Visitors to Cartagena’s bustling Walled City can look across the water and spot a seven-square-mile island off the coast: Tierra Bomba. Home to an estimated 9,000 people, it’s ringed by jagged black coral cliffs and beaches, dotted with brightly colored churches, palms, and

MSC Cruises Team Up To Help Endangered Marine Species

MSC Cruises and MSC Foundation have announced an innovative partnership with NatureMetrics, the pioneering nature intelligence and environmental DNA specialists. The primary goal of this visionary project, named “eBioAtlas: Biodiversity Sampling from Cruise Liners using

Holland America Line Launches Australia, New Zealand, and South Pacific Itineraries for 2024-2025

Holland America Line will set aside three ships for sailings in Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific in 2024-2025. The brand’s Westerdam ship will spend the season in Australia, and Koningsdam and Zaandam will offer longer “Legendary Voyages” to the South

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Firefly flash patterns are part of their mating displays, which helps males and females recognize and find each other. The synchronous male fireflies flash in unison so females can be sure they respond to the males of their species. As more males join in, the flashing covers a

The Dedication of the Lincoln Memorial

The Lincoln Memorial was dedicated on this date in 1922. In 1867, only two years after his assassination, the US Congress authorized the Lincoln Monument Association to build a memorial to Lincoln. However, it was not

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Memorial Day air travel surpassed pre-pandemic levels, showing how consumers continue to shell out for trips despite persistent inflation. The Transportation Security Administration screened 9.79 million people from Friday through Monday, up slightly from the holiday weekend

15 Best Cenotes in Tulum, Mexico

Throughout Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula, tens of thousands of natural swimming holes, called cenotes, beckon travelers and locals, especially on warmer days. These natural limestone sinkholes are filled with cool waters that make them ideal for swimming, snorkeling

Mesa: The US' First Autism-Friendly City

On a family holiday in 2018, Marc Garcia was shocked at the strange looks and lack of patience that hospitality staff had for his autistic son. As the CEO and president of tourism bureau Visit Mesa in south-central Arizona, he vowed on his return to ensure neurodiverse travellers

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A patch of water in Venice’s famed Grand Canal has turned fluorescent green, stumping residents and tourists and prompting an investigation involving police, the regional environmental agency and other local bodies. The green swath of water was spotted by residents

10 Summer Travel Destinations That Are Still Hidden Gems

Finding a unique destination to visit during the summer months when everyone is taking advantage of school holidays is challenging. Popular cities like Paris, with its iconic shopping streets, and Venice, with its famous canals, are overwhelmed with travelers during July and

Four Children Remain Missing In The Colombian Jungle. Their Plight Is The Latest In A Long List Of Air Travel Mishaps In The Amazon

“We had not been in air for more than 30 seconds… suddenly, the engine started coughing. We could see the propeller slowing down and the plane losing altitude,” says Diego Londoño, a 30-year-old man from the remote Colombian Amazon town of Mitú, who was flying from

Finnish Airports Experience Significant Increase in Passengers in April, But They Remain Below Pre-Pandemic Levels

A total of 1.4 million passengers flew through Finnish airports in April this year, according to the statistics provided by Statistics Finland. The same revealed that the number of passengers was notably higher compared to the figures of the previous year, but still a third lower

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Upon landing in Tokyo in December, three years since my last visit, I thought about where I should first eat and drink in this vast, wondrous city. The answer was obvious: Iseto, an ancient sake-drinking den operating in the same wooden house since 1948. I strolled down a

Yet Another New Carnival Cruise Ship Debuts Today – But There's A Twist

A new ship will soon sail for cruise giant Carnival — the 25th in its fleet. But it's a new ship with an asterisk. Dubbed Carnival Venezia, the 4,090-passenger vessel, which departs late Monday on its first sailing for the brand, has sailed before for another cruise line. The 14-deck

I Tried One of the Best Premium Economy Seats in the Sky–Here’s My Honest Opinion

Among its many accolades, Hong Kong's flagship carrier Cathay Pacific is known for having some of the best premium economy seats in the sky. But is it actually worth springing for that upgrade, or even giving up your airline miles for? Over the past five years, I’ve gained a

6 Reasons Why This Underrated City In Italy Is The Next Big Tourist Destination

Italy is a must-visit bucket list destination for many travelers. Big-name cities such as Venice and Rome attract millions of tourists every year. But what if you want to travel somewhere a little less packed full of tourists and a little more under the radar? CNBC surveyed 175

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With its sheer cliffs, lush greenery and thrilling fjords, Norway’s dramatic landscapes appeal to anyone. So it’s no wonder they drew the team behind the TV phenomenon Succession. The fifth episode of the hit HBO series’ fourth and final season brought the Roy siblings to

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More than 20 new dining options have been added to Royal Caribbean’s newest ship, Icon of the Seas! Guests can choose from upscale dining options, quick bites, and venues made for families with children. Dining options will range from walk-up windows to upscale

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Martin Breuer has always been a lover of slow travel, even since long before that became a fashionable phrase. Many years ago, when he was 18, he recalls, he visited the US, as many of his fellow Dutch did at the time. But while they traveled across the country, he stayed in

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In the ever-evolving world of travel advertising, personalization is key. While targeted ads on various platforms are becoming more relevant, it turns out that people still rely heavily on travel recommendations from their close friends and family. According to World Travel Market

The Best Military Travel Discounts And Perks For Service Members

Many airlines, hotels, theme parks and cruise lines pay year-round tribute to those who serve our country with various discounts and benefits. Sometimes these deals are available only to active-duty military personnel, and sometimes the perks extend to U.S. military

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The Empress of Ireland had a new captain, and it was his first voyage on the Saint Lawrence River in command of the ship carrying 1,477 passengers and crew. The Empress departed Quebec City the afternoon

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Florida boasts hundreds of miles of beaches, warm temperatures year-round and is home to Walt Disney World, the world’s most famous theme park. Tourism is a major driver of the state’s economy, bringing in an estimated $101.6 billion, according to Visit Florida, as well as

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Summer is approaching fast, and many are gearing up to make their travel plans if they haven’t already. A record number of Americans are planning on traveling this year, and many are hoping to visit some of the United States’ amazing national parks. With 63 national parks and

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Everyone dreams about going to Paris. After all, it is the city of love and the backdrop to so many iconic films and historical moments. It’s no wonder the whole world has romanticized the French capital, and many Black travelers are adding it to their travel bucket lists. But with

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Seagulls cried overhead as I glided across miles of glistening waters somewhere between the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico. The sky melted into the teal sea, which turned turquoise as it shallowed into channels between the coral and limestone islands. It was a tableau

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For many people, Memorial Day is the unofficial start of summer — and a time for dreaming about travel to far-off destinations. It seems fitting, then, that the San Diego Maritime Museum chose this weekend to open a new exhibit — its first major gallery show since the

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It’s easy to get frustrated at the airport, especially considering the frequently long lines at check-in and security, as well as dealing with plane delays and cancellations. There’s frustrated, however, and then there’s mad. And then there’s just angry enough to complain about an

Oceania's First New Cruise Ship in a Decade Sets High Bar for Fine Dining at Sea

With an appearance by celebrity chef and ship godmother Giada De Laurentiis and a private concert by Harry Connick Jr., Oceania Cruises’ newest ship, Vista, entered the cruising world with a splash (plus fireworks and beaucoup Veuve Clicquot) at a christening ceremony in

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With so much natural beauty, Alaska is the perfect cruise destination, providing panoramic views as you sail. Boasting breathtaking scenery, wildlife sightings, and, of course, an abundance of food and activities, it’s no wonder cruise ships are predicted to bring over 1.6 million

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With its lively coastal resorts, terraced rice paddies and tiered Hindu temples, Indonesia’s paradise island of Bali has grown over the last decade into one of the most popular destinations on Earth. Lately, however, the so-called “Island of the Gods” has acquired a reputation for

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Bogobiri brings home the true essence of Lagos, where there is infinite possibility for culture and creativity. Lagos, the most populous city in West Africa, has re-emerged as a hub for art, culture, and entertainment. Over the last few decades, many of Nigeria’s most talented

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Known for its golden sandy beaches and breathtaking volcanic landscapes, Gran Canaria is one of the Spanish Islands that receives millions of visitors yearly. This Spanish island has incredible hotel options that suit tourists with different budgets and preferences. Holidaymakers

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Tourists in the Algarve region of Portugal will start paying a €2 tax per night, with this measure becoming effective in the upcoming days. Local media in Portugal report that the €2 tax is applicable during the summer season and is expected to raise up to €300,000 annually

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In New Mexico, chiles are serious business. So serious, in fact, they’re now written into the law of the land. As of March 2023, ‘roasting green chile’ is now the official scent of New Mexico. Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham signed the bill, making New Mexico the first state in

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The summer of 2022 was one of the most chaotic air travel seasons in recent memory. European destinations, in particular, experienced unprecedented travel disruptions right as visitor numbers spiked following the end of coronavirus lockdowns and the easing of entry

Collette To Launch Brand New ‘Spotlight On Northern Italy’ In 2024

Pawtucket, RI (May 25, 2023) – Collette is excited to announce that its all new “Spotlight on Northern Italy” tour will be launching in 2024.North America’s longest-running tour operator will offer travelers the chance to

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The Twenty-First Congress of the United States of America passed the Indian Removal Act of 1830 on May 26, 1830. Under the terms of the Removal Act, the lands of the Cherokee, Choctaw, Creek, Chicasaw, and

Air Travel Heats Up: Are Americans In For Another Chaotic Summer?

Last Memorial Day weekend was the inaugural mess in a summer of air travel chaos. With significantly more Americans expected to head to airports this holiday weekend, the strained system is facing its first big seasonal crush. Are travelers in for another hellacious summer

United Launches 6 New Routes Including Flights To Caribbean Hotspots

This week, United Airlines announced a swath of expansions at its hub in the Denver International Airport. The expansion includes more flights, new routes, and additional gates, planes, and clubs. Once completed, the new services together will mark the airline’s largest

The Caribbean Hurricane Season Is Coming Soon—Here’s What You Need to Know

The conventional wisdom is that the Caribbean is a no-go zone during hurricane season, which spans from June to November. But that isn’t necessarily always the case. When major hurricanes do occur, they usually affect only a small part of the Caribbean islands at a time, which

Icelandair Just Launched a Direct Flight to Reykjavik From This U.S. Airport

Travelers looking for a European or Icelandic getaway just got a new option — with some flights are under $600. Icelandair launched a new seasonal flights from Detroit, Michigan to Reykjavik, Iceland, giving travelers new options to connect to Europe from the Motor City

Rocky Mountain, Death Valley: What To Know As More National Parks Go Cashless

Travelers expect to pack basics like sunscreen, water and hiking boots for trips to national parks. This summer, visitors may also want to bring a debit or credit card. Dozens of the 424 sites within the National Park System no longer accept cash for entry. A handful of others are

Memorial Day Weekend Travel Rush: South Florida Airports, Roadways Expected To Be Busy

Memorial Day marks the start of the summer travel season and travelers in South Florida were expected to take to the skies and roads for holiday getaways. AAA predicts that 37 million Americans will drive at least 50 miles from home this weekend, an increase of more than 2

12 Things Only San Francisco Locals Know

San Francisco makes it easy for visitors – dress codes are nearly nonexistent and its self-aware laid-back culture keeps formalities to a minimum. But there are a few things a savvy traveler can do ahead in advance to make the most of their time, such as reserve restaurant

8 Essential Tips for Staying Safe on Your Next Boating Trip

If you think about it, it’s kind of wild that just anyone can operate a boat. While many states require boaters to take a safety course before they obtain a boating license, in others, the laws are much more lax. Alaska and Maine, for instance, don’t require any sort of

The Accidental Innkeeper: How an American Novelist Became a Hotelier in Guatemala

It’s close to midnight, two weeks into a precious writing residency in New Hampshire where I have come to finish a novel. My telephone rings. From Lake Atitlán, Guatemala, a few thousand miles away, comes the voice of a woman I’ve never met: “I left the key to my casita

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Not all that long ago, in a galaxy that looks a lot like Central Florida, Disney embarked on a mission that would take its brand of themed entertainment into hyperspace. It wouldn’t just be a Star Wars hotel designed to space-opera specifications. It would be an entire

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The world is filled with many hiking trails that offer unique experiences — each is worth experiencing. Of course, there are planet Earth's thrilling mountain hikes, the most beautiful hiking trails known to humankind, and also the longest hikes in the world. Now, though, it’s time

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Royal Caribbean is going extravagant with a new eatery planned for Icon of the Seas — the giant new cruise ship it's debuting in early 2024. The world's largest cruise line revealed plans Thursday for a high-end supper club along the ship's tree-lined Central Park area that

Explora Journeys Unveils new Caribbean and European Itineraries for Explora I

Explora Journeys has announced EXPLORA I’s Destination Experiences for her inaugural Caribbean season from November 2023 to March 2024. These experiences will allow travelers to explore the natural surroundings, local culture, and culinary specialties of each destination

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Sometimes a reputation precedes a destination, and it’s an unfair assessment. For instance, I would’ve never chosen to travel to Ibiza—I thought it was a drug-soaked playground for hotties dancing on the beach under a full moon in thousand-dollar bikinis. But upon being

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On May 25th, 1787 the Philadelphia Convention convened with delegates from each of the states. The problems arising under the Articles of Confederation were pressing the new nation. Many of the delegates

‘Never a Reason to Take Off Your Socks’: A Flight Attendant’s 12 Etiquette Rules

After 21 years as a flight attendant, I’ve seen it all. The pandemic heightened tensions on board, with the most extreme incidents of bad passenger behavior escalating to violence. More commonly, though, I see discourteous behavior lead to verbal disagreements, or a general

Memorial Day Holiday Travel Boom Begins In Early Test For Airlines

Millions of Americans are taking to the roads, rails and skies for Memorial Day weekend, the start of what is shaping up to be one of the busiest summer travel seasons and further proof that despite economic concerns, consumers are still willing to spend on travel. AAA is

Here’s Why TSA PreCheck Makes Sense During A Busy Travel Season — If You Can Get It In Time

TSA PreCheck and Global Entry are federal “trusted traveler” programs that generally speed up wait times at airport security or customs lines. The programs have received a record number of membership applications and enrollment wait times have increased in some cases

Hawaii Travel Hack: How To Save Money On Your Hotel By Adding A New Experience

Instead of just laying on the beach or by the pool during my vacation to Maui, I was standing barefoot in the mud after my sandals slid from my feet, dirt was lodged under my fingernails and, even though I was wearing one of those plastic ponchos, I was drenched from the

Sandals Returns To Dunn's River: A Celebration of Luxury And Nostalgia In Jamaica

Sandals Resorts has a reputation for creating all-inclusive resorts in breathtaking tropical landscapes throughout the Caribbean. On May 24th, Sandals Dunn’s River, located just minutes away from the magnificent Dunn’s River Falls in Jamaica, will be reopening. Originally built

Paris Is Cleaning Up the Seine River—By 2024, You May Be Able to Swim In It

The Seine River is among Paris’s most beloved natural landmarks, its beauty called out in songs throughout the ages and captured in a number of celebrated Impressionist paintings. Iconic as it is, the river is not really known as the ideal spot for swimming. But, as the City

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Anybody who would love to explore Kruger National Park in South Africa while staying in a luxury-tented camp needs to add this new experience to their bucket list. You’ll need to act quickly, however. For 2023, the camp will only be open from July 1–September 30. Then

These Are The 4 Reasons Los Cabos Could Become Mexico's Most Popular Destination

Los Cabos is the fastest-recovering destination in Mexico, having outpaced the likes of Cancun, Puerto Vallarta, and Mexico City in year-on-year growth. Last year alone, it hosted 3.5 million tourists, 25% more than the previous year. Cancun’s record-setting figures are still hard

This Cabaret Singer Shows London's Queer History

“Pick any building in London from any time, and it’ll have queer people in its history,” says Mark T Cox, as we huddle in a small group by The Clermont Hotel in Charing Cross, the meeting point for the Queer History Walking Tour. “Drop a pin anywhere in London and you

Will Travel Warnings Impact Florida's Economy?

The NAACP Board of Directors issued a travel advisory for the state of Florida on May 20. The notice states that “Florida is openly hostile toward African Americans, people of color, and LGBTQ+ individuals. Before traveling to Florida, please understand that the state of Florida

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Venice, the city of romance, art, and history, is undoubtedly one of the most captivating destinations in the world. With its intricate network of canals built for water passage, vibrant culture, and stunning architecture, it's easy to see why this floating city has captured the

Report: Comfort Inn Owner Choice Hotels Looks To Buy Wyndham

The battle of the budget hotel brands is getting spicier by the minute. Choice Hotels, owner of brands like Comfort Inn and Clarion, is in pursuit of Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the Wall Street Journal first reported Tuesday. The deal would combine two of the largest operators

A Road Trip Across The Cradle Of Civilisation

Along a single road cutting across the heart of Iraq, you can see where people first learned to write, use maths and invent the wheel. "This is not a scenic drive," said James Willcox, of adventure travel specialist Untamed Borders. "But what's incredible about Route 1 is

First the Floods, Now a Volcano Eruption: Tips for Those Travelling to Italy These Days

Recent weeks have been particularly tough for Italians, as heavy rain showers, which resulted in massive floods, have caused the death of 14 people, and another 36,000 residents of the Emilia Romagna region had to leave their homes behind, if there is anything left of them

Norwegian Cruise Line Cancels Full Season for Another Ship

Norwegian Cruise Line has reached out to guests booked aboard Norwegian Epic from December 1, 2023 through April 9, 2024, to inform them that all of the ship’s sailings within that time frame have been cancelled. Guests are being offered various refunds and future

MSC Cruises' New MSC Euribia To Operate World’s First Net-Zero Cruise

MSC Cruises will operate the world’s first net-zero cruise onboard the new MSC Euribia when it undertakes its maiden voyage on 3-7 June 2023. The LNG-powered ship will sail from the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in Saint-Nazaire, France, to Copenhagen, Denmark, ahead

Holland America Line Opens Bookings For 2025 Grand World Voyage And Grand World Voyage: Pole to Pole

Today, Holland America Line officially opened bookings for the 2025 Grand World Voyage and Grand Voyage: Pole to Pole! Both voyages will depart in January 2025 and will be the first Grand Voyages for the brand to travel simultaneously for more than 120 days. “We craft

This Is the Cheapest Day of the Week to Travel This Summer

The cheapest day to travel is Sunday — when vacationers can score significant savings on tickets, according to recent data. Travelers who choose to fly on Sundays can save up to 5 percent off the cost of their tickets in July and August, according to data from Skyscanner

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Peter Minuit was the Director-General of the Dutch New World colony of New Netherland. Seeking to claim a legitimate title to the land the colony desired to rule, Minuit entered into negotiations with the local Native

Wellness Travel Specialist Course 2nd Edition further supports Fast-Growing Travel Segment

FRAMINGHAM, MA, May 23, 2023 – The Travel Institute and Wellness Tourism Association have released the 2nd edition Wellness Travel Specialist course, revised to further enable agent success amidst the continuing

My Prescription Medication Is Banned in a Country I’m Visiting. Now What?

My girlfriend and I have been dating for five years, and we share an obsession with Japan. Our childhood rooms had dorky posters of the country lining our walls, and we frequently geek out over minimalism and ryokan architecture. If we were to get married, it’d be the obvious

Largest U.S. LGBTQ+ Rights Group Issues Florida Travel Advisory

The largest LGBTQ+ rights organization in the U.S. joined other civil rights organizations Tuesday in issuing a travel advisory for Florida, warning that newly passed laws and policies may pose risks to minorities, immigrants and gay travelers. The Human Rights Campaign

This Black History Tour of Atlanta Was Just Named One of the Best Travel Experiences in the U.S.

From the civil rights movement to pop culture, Atlanta has long been a rich source of Black culture in America. So it’s no surprise that visitors have been raving about Atlanta's Black History and Civil Rights Tour, earning it a spot on the 2023 Viator Experience Awards for best

Pack Your Patience: The Busiest Air, Road Travel Times For This Weekend

Travelers, prepare yourselves for an incredibly busy Memorial Day weekend. This year, the peak travel weekend is going to be a hectic one, according to travel app Hopper’s latest report. AAA also said it will be the “third busiest Memorial Day weekend” in over two decades. Most

EU Confirms It Doesn't Have a Date for Implementation of Entry/Exit System Yet

The European Union has not come up with a new date for the start of the implementation of the Entry/Exit System yet, the eu-LISA has confirmed, which is the agency responsible for the operational management of the EES and other large-scale IT systems in the field of

A New High-Speed Rail from Miami to Orlando Is Changing How Floridians Travel

To all of us in Miami, Orlando may as well be Canada. It’s not that the city is cold and has a strange obsession with Tim Horton’s—it’s that the effort required to get there can feel more tedious than traveling to Toronto. Just over 235 miles separate Florida’s two most popular

Where Would Americans Travel If They Had Two Consecutive Weeks of Vacation? Here Are Some Ideas

If you’re not from The United States, the title might perplex you. Don’t Americans get at least two weeks of paid vacation? The truth is, not really. It would be nice to take all that time off without worrying about employment, but American work culture is unlike most places. In

Where One of SoCal's Top Chefs Goes to Eat in His Off-Hours

At chef Jonathan Yao’s omakase-style restaurant, Kato, traditional Taiwanese dishes are remixed into modern culinary creations. Here, diners will find Taiwanese braised pork rice distilled into a gel, savory doughnuts filled with uni, and giant boba pearls served for dessert

TSA PreCheck Is Now Free for Teenagers Traveling With Their Parents

On Monday, officials announced a new TSA PreCheck policy that will ease the airport process for families with older kids: All children under the age of 18 can now accompany a parent or guardian through the faster PreCheck line, free of charge. Previously, the agency only

This Small Island Is The Trendiest Destination In Greece This Summer

Visiting Greece is a bucket list dream for many. The whitewashed buildings punctuated with bright blue paint, the food, the friendly people, and the beautiful beaches all draw in tourists from around the globe. But one Greek island, in particular, has caught the attention of

10 Best Seville Hotels That Offer A Gateway To Spain's Andalusian Paradise

Seville, Spain, is the gateway to the beautiful region of Andalusia. Andalusia is an autonomous region that borders the southern coast of Spain and is home to beautiful landscapes and historic architecture. Top attractions in the capital city of Seville are Alcázar Castle, the

Hilton Launches Another Budget Brand Amid Economic Uncertainty

The economic waters powering the travel sector might be fine for now, but one can’t help but feel the world’s largest hotel companies are moving as quickly as possible to prepare for turbulence. Hilton kicked off the most recent hotel earnings reporting cycle by citing a $209

Carnival Splendor Passenger Dies While Swimming During Cruise Port Call

A Carnival Cruise Line guest has died while swimming at Mystery Island, which is part of an archipelago located in the south Pacific. The incident happened on Saturday, May 20th during Carnival Splendor‘s current nine-night south Pacific cruise, which departed Sydney

Viking Adding Year-Round River Cruises in Europe

Viking, the world’s largest river cruise line, has announced that they will start offering year-round river cruises on the Rhine River starting later this year. This new 10 day Middle Rhine itinerary will run from December 2023 through March 2024, a time when landmarks

The Deaths of Bonnie and Clyde

Bonnie Elizabeth Parker and Clyde Barrow, better known as "Bonnie and Clyde" share the same date of death: May 23, 1934. That day, the notorious outlaws were ambushed and killed by Texas and Louisiana law

American Cruise Lines Introduces an Epic New U.S. River Cruise, A 35-Day Civil War Battlefields Cruise

Guilford, CT—May 22, 2023—American Cruise Lines is pleased to announce a new cruise that visits nearly every major battlefield of the Civil War. The all-new Civil War Battlefields Cruisedeparts May 4th, 2024, from

How Does AAA Calculate Travel Projections?

Millions of Americans will hit the road for the upcoming, unofficial start to summer. AAA projects that 42.3 million Americans will travel 50 miles over Memorial Day weekend. That's a very specific number that left us wondering: How does AAA calculate travel projections? And

Mount Etna Eruption: Flights Cancelled After Catania Airport Runway Covered In Volcanic Ash

Europe’s largest active volcano Mount Etna erupted on Sunday, forcing a slew of cancellations and delays to flights operating to and from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) in Sicily, Italy. The volcanic eruption reportedly left runways and other parts of Catania, Sicily's capital

Big News In Active Travel - Smithsonian Journeys Gets Physical

Smithsonian Journeys is one of the most respected tour operators in the world, but until this month, they were not a player in the fast-growing segment of Active Travel, my personal favorite and the area in which I specialize. Smithsonian Journeys is the travel arm of the

Airlines and FAA Try to Head Off Summer Travel Meltdowns

The number of Americans who will fly this summer could eclipse the prepandemic high from 2019. That would be great news for airlines, but it could also cause a backlash against the industry if it fails to keep up with demand and delays or cancels thousands of flights

Passport Processing Delays Continue As Travel Season Ramps Up

As the busy summer travel season kicks off, international travelers are having a hard time getting their passports due to processing delays. "We’ve always had some delays with passport processing over the years," said Vickie Everhart, chief experience officer with Krouse Travel

These Are the 10 Best (And Oldest) Trattorias in Italy

Italy is an ancient country, where one of the main activities has always been to “mangiare, mangiare, mangiare” (eat, eat, eat) delicious and traditional dishes handed down across centuries. So, it comes as no surprise that there are dozens of trattorias serving guests a slice

6 Laid-Back Ways to Explore the Golden State of Luxury

Synonymous with the Gold Rush, Hollywood glamour, and Silicon Valley fortunes, California is no stranger to luxury experiences. But the Golden State’s particular charm goes beyond champagne, caviar, and 500-count sheets. Here, an adventurous spirit, a playful approach to

Solo Traveling This Summer? Consider These Safety Tips Before Going

Some people cringe at the idea of solo travel because in their minds, who wants to go see the world and have nobody to share the experience with? For others though, they embrace the adventure that is solo travel wholeheartedly and are ready to share the experience

American Airlines/JetBlue Alliance Struck Down

A federal judge has ruled that American Airlines and JetBlue must end their Northeast Alliance because it is anti-competitive. Formed in 2021, the partnership allows the two carriers to coordinate schedules, swap slots and share revenues at JFK, LaGuardia and Newark Airports in the New York metro

This New Map Highlights How Hiking Trails Intersect With Indigenous Lands

For time immemorial, trails have been an integral part of Indigenous life and wellbeing, serving as routes for migration, trade, everyday travel, connection, and communication with neighboring communities—and today, many of these ancient footpaths are part of the National

7 Charming Coastal Towns In The U.S. That Are Perfect For A Family Vacation

With the scents of salt water and fried treats in the air and boardwalks brimming with endless curiosities, coastal towns are at their most charming when the summer vacation season kicks off each year. And there’s no better way for families to mark the end of the school year

Scotland vs Wales: Which To Choose?

Great Britain contains multitudes, in every direction: lots of lakes, countless castles, a profusion of pubs and much, much more. So if you’re planning a journey to the island’s edges, which direction should you head – north, to Scotland, or west, to Wales? We asked a pair

10 Best Barcelona Hostels That Combine Style, Comfort, & Affordability

While die-hard sports aficionados view Barcelona as synonymous with their favorite football club, the Spanish city is, in fact, a treasure trove of art, culture, and food and one of the best places to visit in Spain. The sprawling contemporary city houses an insane array of

Why Is The Nobu Villa in Atlanta $5,000 a Night?

When it comes to luxury stays in Atlanta, the Nobu Atlanta Hotel stands out as an exceptional destination that combines opulence, world-class dining, and unparalleled service. Nestled in the heart of the vibrant city, the hotel offers a distinctive experience that captivates

AmaWaterways Cruise Company To Add More Black Heritage Cruises in 2024

If you’ve been looking for a cruise experience that centers on Black heritage, set aside some time in summer 2024. River cruise line AmaWaterways will add three sailings between Egypt and France that do just that. Black travelers who booked with AmaWaterways before

Two Cruise Lines Adjust The Deposit Requirement For Suites

Sister cruise lines Royal Caribbean International and Celebrity Cruises have both made changes to the deposit amount for suites on their ships. Effective June 1, 2023, deposits for suites booked on Royal Caribbean and suite bookings in The Retreat on Celebrity will be

First Chinese-Built Large Cruise Ship To Be Named Adora Magic City

Adora Cruises, a joint cruise venture by Carnival Corporation and China State Shipbuilding Corporation (CSSC) Cruise Technology, will name its new vessel Adora Magic City, according to Chinese state news agency Xinhua. Adora Magic City aims to offer guests a blend of Eastern

'Heavily Damaged' Historic Howard Hotel Built In 1850S, Hosted Two Presidents In Cecil County

A cornerstone of a Cecil County community has been damaged by fire. Sunday evening, a three-alarm fire started behind an apartment building that also houses a business that sits next to the historic Howard House in Elkton. Flames spread to the four-story former hotel

Aer Lingus is Founded

On May 22, 1935, Aer Lingus was founded as the flag carrier of Ireland. In Gaelic, Aer Loingeas means "Air Fleet" - the term was anglicized to name the airline. Established as the national carrier owned by the

NAACP Issues Florida Travel Advisory, Joining Latino and LGBTQ Groups

The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People on Saturday issued a travel advisory for Florida, saying that under Gov. Ron DeSantis the state has become “openly hostile toward African Americans, people of color and L.G.B.T.Q.+ individuals.” The

U.S. State Department Advises Reconsidering Travel To Jamaica – Why The Warning Is Needed

Jamaica is a popular destination for tourists from around the world. After all, it features miles of white sand beaches along with numerous waterfalls and lagoons. Plus, its usually crystal-clear waters also make Jamaica one of the top destinations in the Caribbean

2.6M screened by TSA Friday ahead of Memorial Day Weekend

It looks like air travel is climbing back closer to pre-pandemic levels, as the Transportation Security Administration says it screened more than 2.6 million people at airports nationwide on Friday. That's a 10% increase from the same day last year. This also sets the

7 Ways a Professional Traveler With ADHD Manages His Mental Health While Exploring the World

If there ever was a traveler you’d want to emulate, it would likely be Brandon Berkson. Since his youth, Berkson knew his calling was to travel the world. “While all the other kids were playing baseball and soccer outside, I preferred playing ‘imaginary hotel,’ forcing my

Search For Missing Children In Colombia Puts Spotlight On Air Travel In Amazon

As the Colombian military frantically searches for four children missing after a jungle plane crash over two weeks ago, new details are emerging about the plane’s history – and local concerns over the safety of air travel in that part of the Amazon. The single engine

This Lesser-Known Eastern Country Is One Of Your Best Bets For A Budget European Summer

Summer is fast approaching, and now that Europe’s border restrictions have been lifted and Americans can once again enter the continent hassle-free, we expect the continent’s beaches to be packed with sunseekers come July. Being blighted by overtourism is not

Japan's Best Hotels of 2023

One of the most profound experiences a traveler to Japan can have is an encounter with omotenashi, the country’s legendary approach to hospitality rooted in mindful care for someone else without expecting anything in return. Hotels and inns are one of the

Ultimate Road Trip Guide: 10Best Readers Cite Best Places To Rest And Refuel In The US

Summer is just around the corner – are you ready to make the most of it? Start planning a road trip with USA TODAY 10Best rankings of the best campgrounds, roadside motels, RV parks, gas station brands and more. To find the top spots for 2023, 10Best asked a

Why Are Hotel Showers So Ridiculously Complicated?

When Bob Phillips first enters a hotel room, he heads straight for the shower. Years of touring have taught the Detroit-based comedian to inspect the bathing apparatus in advance. If he skips this step, he could end up soaked and scalded, or even worse, unwashed and

10 Top Rated Things To Do In Singapore That Are Worth Crossing The Ocean To Do

Singapore is renowned for being one of the most expensive cities in the world, yet it is also consistently considered one of the best-designed, cleanest, and possibly most entertaining. The Lion City, also known as the Garden City, is home to the first nighttime animal

Spain's Air Europa to Cancel Over 100 Flights Due to Announced Pilot Strikes

The Spanish airline Air Europa is planning to cancel 114 flights as pilot workers have announced a strike against a law that the Ministry of Transport is planning to implement, which obliges airlines to operate at least 90 per cent of all flights, despite being in a strike

Apple's TSA-Approved Digital ID Is Now Live In 4 States, Coming Soon To Many More

The days of fumbling around for your driver’s license at the security checkpoint are slowly coming to an end. Apple officially launched digital state IDs in the iPhone Wallet app last year, beginning with Arizona and Maryland. Since then, the tech giant has worked to

Princess Cruises Celebrates Tuskegee Airman's 100th Birthday

Princess Cruises welcomed retired United States Army Air Corps and Air Force officer Lieutenant Colonel James H. Harvey III onboard Discovery Princess in Seattle for his 100th birthday celebration yesterday. As one of the few surviving members of the Tuskegee

Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Cruises Changing Deposits on Suites

Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Cruises have both changing the deposits that guests put down when they book a suite on one of their cruise ships. This change for both cruise lines will go into effect on June 1, 2023 and will be as follows. Royal Caribbean’s new suite

Lawrence of Arabia Dies

Lieutenant-Colonel Thomas Edward Lawrence, better known as "Lawrence of Arabia" died on this day in 1935 at the age of 46 from a motorcycle accident near Dorset, England. During World War I, T.E. Lawrence used his knowledge of

Memorial Day Weekend Travel Outlook And Travel Tips

If you plan to travel by air or by car over Memorial Day weekend, TPG has travel tips to help make your trip seamless. Demand for flights on Memorial Day weekend is up nearly 10% compared to last year, according to recently released Expedia flight data. Top domestic destinations are New York, Los

Seven LGBTQ-friendly Travel Destinations Around the World

When queer people travel, we must always consider our safety. There are 195 countries in the world, each with its own cultures and legal systems, many of which can be homophobic and transphobic. In order to celebrate our authentic selves abroad and fully enjoy our vacations, LGBTQ travelers must be

Travel Influencer Mom-Shamed for Leaving Son in Economy To Fly Business Class

A social media influencer has come under fire after leaving her son in economy to fly in business class with her husband. Now, the internet is buzzing about whether or not the mom made the right decision to leave her child alone. Karen “Kay” Akpan told The New York Post she’s a digital nomad who travels

Martha’s Vineyard Travel Guide: Indulge In Relaxation Beyond The Beach

The serene and captivating island nestled seven miles off the coast of Massachusetts is famously known as Martha’s Vineyard. It beckons coastline-loving travelers seeking an indulgent and tranquil escape from the chaos of daily life and into luxury destinations. This picturesque haven is famed for its

Planes Are More Crowded — With Dogs And Cats

Nobody likes being cramped on a flight for several hours — especially when your seatmate keeps licking you. Take it from me. My bare arm tasted delicious to the fluffy white pup sitting next to me on a recent Delta flight. Passengers put up with a lot when they travel. Sitting cheek to jowl with other

This Bar Was Just Named the Best in North America

For the second year in a row, a bar in New York City’s Lower East Side has won the top honor in the annual North America’s 50 Best Bars ranking, an offshoot of the World’s 50 Best Restaurants list. This year’s winning bar, Double Chicken Please, originally began as a pop-up in 2017, before moving into a

The New York City Art Exhibits to Hit This Spring & Summer

Get thee to New York’s museums and get thee to them now. Life in the Big Apple begins anew in springtime and arriving with it is a bounty of new exhibitions and goings-on at the city’s many museums and cultural institutions. The first Monday in May heralds the start of the most anticipated of

Should Babies, Smelly Passengers Be On A No-Fly List? Dealing With Difficult Air Travelers

Is it time to finally ban screaming babies from the plane? How about argumentative passengers? Or people who smell bad? Those are serious questions. With the busy summer travel season right around the corner, Congress is considering a nationwide no-fly list for disruptive passengers. Banning the

This Trendy Croatian Island Is On Track To Become The Next Ibiza

Have you also been dreaming of a balmy Southern European summer, with that youthful atmosphere, amazing culture, and of course, postcard-ready swimming spots with medieval castles for view just begging to be explored? Ibiza may sound like the most obvious pick, with its azure waters and year

10 Breathtaking Places To Stay In Key West On The Beach This Summer

Most tourists flock to Key West to discover its magic in winter. However, summer is equally an impeccable time to visit this island city in Florida, and staying in places on the beach makes feeling the soothing ocean breeze, doing thrilling water sports, and soaking up the sun easy. From magnificent

Carnival Dream Assists in Rescue of 17 People Off The Coast of Belize

Carnival Dream‘s crew helped rescue 17 people in the Belize Channel on Wednesday after their boat capsized. The Carnival cruise ship was en route towards Cozumel, Mexico when officers spotted the capsized boat. Captain Francesco Fiorentino’s officers and crew immediately notified the Belize Coast

Royal Caribbean Announces New Cruises in Asia in 2024

Royal Caribbean has announced new cruises in Asia in 2024 with two Quantum class cruise ships sailing in the region. Royal Caribbean will once again be offering cruises from China in 2024 when Spectrum of the Seas homeports in Shanghai. The cruise ship will sail four and five night cruises to

A Small Town in Nova Scotia Is Home to the Black Loyalist Heritage Centre

Peering down through the thick, glass floor, I read hundreds of names inscribed on beams of gleaming metal. These are the Black Loyalists, the freed and escaped enslaved persons from the post-War of Independence America who reached Birchtown, Nova Scotia, a remote Canadian village on the shores

The Eruption of Mount St. Helens

Mount St. Helens had been largely quiet since the late 1850's. Some minor explosions occurred in the early part of the 20th century, but were quickly forgotten by all but a few scientists. However, a two-month series of seismic

Surge In Passport Demand Causing Lengthy Delays, Jeopardizing Summer Travel Plans For Many

Summer travelers planning to venture abroad are facing a new challenge: delays in obtaining passports. An unprecedented surge in demand for travel documents has created a growing backlog, causing significant delays for those hoping to embark on international trips. The standard passport

Long-Haul Travel on Path to Recovery Despite Major Challenges, Analysis Reveals

A recent analysis carried out by Mabrian has shown that long-haul travel is on the way to recovery despite major challenges. The analysis of air connectivity, the data of which focuses on the markets of the UK, Germany, Italy, Spain, and France for long-haul destinations from April 2023 to October 2023

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Before I introduce myself, I would like to share a photograph. In it, a smiling 18-year-old girl wearing a faded sleeveless vest and ragged jeans leans forwards to counterbalance a backpack. She is embarking on her first intrepid adventure, standing on the precipice of a journey, but also of girlhood. She's at

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The Twin Fin Waikiki opened in November, taking over the building once occupied by the Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel on the corner of Kalakaua and Paoakalani Ave. The name “Twin Fin” is a nod to a surfboard with two fins, and though the outer look of the building remains relatively the same, changes

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Planning travel to Myrtle Beach, Atlantic City, or Virginia Beach? Check out those hotel options carefully. Planetware analyzed 7.8 million TripAdvisor reviews, and found those cities among the worst in hotel quality—as reported by TripAdvisor users—with nearly one in five visitors leaving bad reviews on the

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Norwegian Cruise Line has canceled its 2024 Alaska summer schedule aboard one ship: Norwegian Spirit. All voyages previously scheduled to depart between July 3, 2024 and September 18, 2024 have now been canceled due to what the line says is a “full ship charter.” You may be wondering what a full

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Trade group Airlines for Europe (A4E) are urging the European Commission to take more action this summer in order to reduce the impact of strikes, as the demand for flights is expected to increase. With a total of 964,000 signatures being collected so far, Ryanair is demanding

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Before you book your next hotel online, be sure you’re using reviews in all the right ways to avoid a hotel nightmare. We’ve all had bad hotel experiences. There was the time I booked a week at a Napa Valley resort only to check in and learn that the gym and the spa

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The State Department is urging Americans to “reconsider travel” to Jamaica and Colombia due to crime and, in Colombia’s case, terrorism. The department regularly assesses risks for Americans abroad and had previously issued travel advisories for both Colombia and Jamaica

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Just in time for spring’s surging waterfall season—and to help cool off during the hot summer months—Kentucky has a new trail that connects travelers with the old-growth forests, mountains, and, yes, cascading falls of the Bluegrass State. Found in the Wildlands area (a

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With vast swaths of undeveloped land, communities that are only accessible by boat or plane, and plenty of wild characters who’ve chosen to live in one of the most rural and dramatic landscapes in the United States, it’s no surprise that Alaska is called the Last Frontier. The

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Toronto is a great year-round destination for any traveler. From backpackers to family vacationers, this Canadian city is always humming with activity, offering funky-cool places to stay and many activities for family vacationers. This world-class city is also home to a handful of

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Oceania Cruises unveiled Vista, its first new ship in over a decade, last Monday, and the vessel is the perfect evolution of the upscale, food-and-beverage-focused brand. I just spent a week exploring the ship's new and returning dining experiences, trying out all the cozy

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My eyes lifted up towards a rocky ledge carved into a sandstone cliff in the heart of Chad's Ennedi Massif. I saw a face, then, as my eyes adjusted to the gloam, another appeared. Painted in bright ochre and white, men were riding camels and giant cows danced over the

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The European Union’s Commission has presented the second report on the State of Schengen, celebrating the achievements reached within a year, including here the expansion of the Schengen Area with Croatia. The report points out that throughout last year, the

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A U.S. cruise port kicked off what will be their biggest season ever when a Carnival cruise ship sailed the first of 26 cruises from the port. Carnival Cruise Line will sail more passengers from Norfolk, Virginia than ever before in 2023 now that Carnival Magic has relocated to the

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In late 2022, after a decade under renovation, the nearly 11,000-square-foot former Canadian Embassy in Copenhagen was reborn as Villa Canada, a seven-bedroom private villa with hotel-like amenities including 24/7 service, breakfast cooked to order daily, and complimentary

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On May 15, 1905, the San Pedro, Los Angeles and Salt Lake Railroad auctioned off 110 acres, establishing the railroad town of Las Vegas. The town was a layover point for the railroad and was not incorporated as a city

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Memorial Day weekend – the unofficial start of the summer travel season in the United States – is shaping up to be busy. At airports, it’s likely to be busier than it was in 2019 pre-pandemic, according to the AAA travel forecast released Monday. The automotive and trip-planning group

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It’s no secret that this summer is going to be an extremely busy time to travel to Europe. According to Allianz Partners, a travel insurance company, the number of Americans traveling to Europe this summer has surged 55% compared to the summer of 2022. Among the most

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When I plan a trip, I almost immediately head to Google Maps after booking my flight to start saving restaurants, cafes, bars, and shops I want to visit. No matter if I’m heading to a beach town or a city, there’s always one place that ends up on my itinerary: a local bookstore

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Singapore is anything but boring. It is the hub of some of the most cutting-edge green areas, world-class museums, hippest clubs, and top-notch hawker food. A modern skyline made of towers reigns over Singapore, a renowned clean and increasingly green city-state whose

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With its intriguing combination of traditional and modern architecture, ancient history and popular culture, Japan has become one of the most sought-after cruise destinations in Asia—not least because so much of the island-nation, with its long coastline, is accessible by water

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On February 6, 2023, two devastating earthquakes with magnitudes of 7.8 and then 7.7 ripped through southeastern Türkiye and Syria, leaving a path of destruction in its wake. In addition to the loss of life of more than 50,000 people, the quake also destroyed thousands of

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Big Bear Mountain, Dollywood's newest and longest roller coaster, opened Friday, but I got to take it for a test ride early to tell y'all what it's like. The coaster stretches nearly 4,000 feet and snakes along the back of the Wildwood Grove section of the theme park at a top speed of 48

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A new baby at the Sacramento Zoo in California is not only cute, but he’s important for worldwide conservation efforts. “The Sacramento Zoo is thrilled to announce that a Critically Endangered Sumatran orangutan has been born at the zoo — the first orangutan birth at the Sac Zoo

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This month, Margaritaville at Sea will be going out of passenger operations for 10 days, as its sole ship is going into the shipyard for renovations. Because of the refresh work, five of the line’s signature two-night voyages on Margaritaville at Sea Paradise have been canceled

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Rail passengers have faced travel disruption on the day of the Eurovision Song Contest final as RMT union members strike again in a long-running dispute over pay and conditions. Fourteen train companies are affected, and operated limited services. Transport Secretary Mark

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Mayor Eric Adams announced on Saturday the launch of New York City's first migrant arrival center. Adams said the has already taken in more than 65,000 migrants, many of whom are also seeking asylum. With the recent expiration of Title 42, the number of arrivals is anticipated to

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Many aspects of travel have been expensive in 2023. Prices for airfare, hotel rooms and rental cars declined in April, according to the consumer price index, a monthly inflation dataset issued by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. But costs may rebound in coming months

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Private jet travel has become a heated topic in the last few years, largely because of its impact on the environment, and some are calling for new taxes. Unlike commercial flights, private jets have an oversized kick to the environment because they carry fewer passengers

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How does real change happen in a $9 trillion global travel industry? Sometimes it starts with prompting from travelers themselves. Sometimes it's spurred on by those with influence or bright ideas. But often, it's industry leaders, working tirelessly everyday to shape the

Will A Pilot Strike Disrupt Your Summer Travel Plans? Here's What To Know.

Contract negotiations are keeping thousands of commercial pilots grounded at a time when the nation will soon be entering the busy summer travel season. American Airlines pilots voted to authorize a strike earlier this month. Southwest Airlines pilots made the same

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I’ve been eating at Taiwanese rechao restaurants for as long as I can remember. My earliest memories of Taipei are of sitting outdoors at a short table with my parents as they ordered platters of wok-fried eggplant and poached calamari with sweet and sour chili sauce

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Jackson Hole, Wyoming, rightfully enjoys a reputation as a top winter ski destination in the US, yet with Grand Teton and Yellowstone national parks nearby and plenty of opportunities to enjoy the finer things in life, summers in this mountain resort town have become

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Cabo is a popular destination in Mexico known for its many sprawling hotels and all-inclusive resorts. But if you’re looking for a more intimate, boutique place to stay, there are also plenty of options to choose from in Cabo. Boutique hotels are perfect for travelers who are

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For a packed calendar of traditional celebrations, decadent food festivals, outdoor concerts and many other events, head to Portugal. Summer is the time to catch the biggest range of activities, but in truth, there’s always something happening here. Festivals aside, it’s not

The 14 Oldest Bars In America (From Newest To Oldest)

The United States has had a long love affair with bars and taverns. They spring up and drop away constantly, and earn reputations for being great bars for sports, for meeting people, for great beer, or excellent mixology. Neighborhood bars are an especially wonderful place

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A cruise line sailed their first ever cruise from a U.S. port this week when one of their ships set sail from Port Canaveral. Marella Cruises sailed their first cruise from the U.S. when their ship Discovery departed on the first of 26 week long sailings from Port Canaveral

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Shifting travel patterns by consumers in a post-pandemic world are forcing airlines to guess at what is the “new normal” as they seek to adjust by cutting flights, revamping networks, and packing even more passengers into planes. Even as the thirst for travel remains strong

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From Abu Dhabi to Dubai and a million stops in between, the United Arab Emirates is constantly growing and evolving. With so many appealing avenues to take, it helps to have a trustworthy hand guiding you along the way and Indus Travels has been providing just that

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In many minds, all-inclusive resorts are associated with value for money, along with inebriated parties, an abundance of riotous children and all the food you’ll never want to eat. And people love them: In 2022, almost 111 million all-inclusive nights were sold globally

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The Biden administration is set to terminate the public health emergency for the coronavirus at the end of the day Thursday. Melinda Utendorf, who has fibromyalgia and is considered immunocompromised after starting chemotherapy for stage 4 bile duct cancer, says it

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Ho Chi Minh City in the south of Vietnam is the nation’s economic capital and a dizzying whirlwind of activity. Formerly known as Saigon, the sprawling city balances Vietnamese tradition with a modern flair. Wandering the streets, you’ll find ancient pagodas mixed amongst

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Mention you’re heading to Zihuatanejo and cornball dad jokes about Shawshank will ensue (the infamous final beach scene of the classic movie is set in the Mexican beach town). But there is nothing corny or cringe about Thompson Zihuatanejo. Lovebirds seem to flock to

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On May 10, 1924, President Calvin Coolidge appointed J. Edgar Hoover as the director of the Bureau of Investigation—predecessor to the FBI. Hoover remained the director until his death in 1972. Hoover was

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Amusement parks and road trips — this is this stuff many family vacations are made of. But a new survey shows parents increasingly want in on a trend that isn’t often aimed at families: wellness travel. A report published Thursday by the market intelligence company

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As we approach the summer travel season, many people will soon be jetting off to iconic destinations like Rome, Paris, Tokyo and New York City. These cities are popular for a reason ― they’re full of fun attractions, delicious food and picturesque sites. But visitors to such

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If you’re planning to travel around Europe on a budget, then it could be that traveling from city to city by sleeper train is a much more affordable alternative to flying. Traveling by train can be a great way to explore lesser-known destinations, discover how local people

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Traveling has long been one of the best ways to broaden your horizons, by providing opportunities to explore new cultures, cuisines, and traditions. While there are many ways to enjoy foreign adventures, such as solo travel or with family and friends, there are also many

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Imagine enjoying your cruise, then finding a hidden camera. That’s exactly what happened to one passenger, who was using a public bathroom on board Harmony of the Seas, one of the Royal Caribbean fleet. The ship departed Miami on April 29. Over the course of a

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A trip to charming Eugene is a perfect opportunity to dive into the top sights, tastes, and activities that the Pacific Northwest has to offer. Eugene is a hidden gem sparkling with natural beauty, a thriving arts and culture scene, and a vibrant spirit at the southern end of the

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Having gotten used to meticulously mapping out an itinerary prior to a trip, usually cramming it with activities and so much sightseeing there is barely room left to breathe, I often looked down on others who sought relaxation alone visiting Vietnam. I wasn’t exactly keen on

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Travelers crossing “the pond” for their vacations will find Europe crowded and expensive this summer. Travelers returned to Europe in the Summer of 2022, and the travel insurer Allianz estimates that visitor numbers will grow a further 55% over last year during the

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The flight-free movement is gaining momentum. Protecting the climate, and in turn the planet, is the goal – but there are more benefits to overland travel than you might realise. For the traveller, journeying by train, coach or boat opens up a myriad of

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Traveling together has been proven to be beneficial for the entire family. Creating lifelong memories through travel can strengthen the family as a whole and enhance each person's well-being. Experiencing new cultures and places help kiddos with their skill

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Flying is the most climate-unfriendly mode of transportation, yet demand for air travel is projected to continue to increase in the coming decades. Researchers are working on replacing jet fuel with sustainable fuels, hydrogen, or battery-powered airplanes, but

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Intimate and refined, Switzerland’s boutique and design hotels boast a delightful combination of individuality and style. Whether you prefer a 17th-century building packed with history and minimalist furniture or an alpine-chic mountain lodge with an award-winning

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The Biden administration is seeking new regulations to address the unexpected costs and inconveniences experienced by passengers after the widespread flight disruptions this past winter. Those regulations could include requiring airlines to compensate passengers as

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The Best Ways to See New Mexico’s Annual Balloon Fiesta

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Today is May 5, when many people celebrate Cinco de Mayo, or “The 5th of May” in Spanish. With those celebrations in mind, here’s a quick look at what Cinco de Mayo is, what it isn’t, and why it’s celebrated. First things first. There is a common misconception that

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You come to hear the music, to pursue a hobby or to follow a celebrity. You return for the community of people sharing a common passion. Themed cruises offer the unique opportunity to find your people and explore the world with them — all while enjoying an

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Will A Pilot Strike Disrupt Your Summer Travel Plans? Here's What To Know.

Contract negotiations are keeping thousands of commercial pilots grounded at a time when the nation will soon be entering the busy summer travel season. The union representing pilots at American Airlines gave its members authorization to strike this week after

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How to Travel More Meaningfully in Antarctica and the Arctic

Vast, remote, and unspoiled, Antarctica and the Arctic offer dramatic scenery like few other places on Earth and going with Aurora Expeditions is an unparalleled way to visit. As destinations packed with monumental glaciers, an expanse of ice, and mesmerizing

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Known as the birthplace of the Renaissance, Florence is a treasure trove of art, architecture, culture and cuisine. The city’s Duomo, Ponte Vecchio and Uffizi Gallery are a few of the attractions drawing visitors from around the world. Beyond its history and art

Antalya: 7 Things Travelers Need To Know Before Visiting

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25 Best Things to Do in Chile

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Pamper Yourself At These 10 Top-Rated Lisbon Luxury Hotels

As a city steeped in history, culture, and natural beauty, Lisbon presents a delightful blend of old-world charm and contemporary sophistication. Numerous luxury hotels, elegantly nestled within historic palaces and grand estates, provide guests with exceptional

American Airlines Has Opened Its Very Own Hotel. Here's Why.

Welcome to Skyview 6. The shimmering six-story glass building sits just a short hop from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), one of the newest hotels in Texas to welcome guests. The 600-room facility opened in January and touts a long list of

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In the latter half of the 19th Century, African Americans were considered some of the best horsemen in the world, a fact that has long since been forgotten or erased. When Greg Harbut sat in the owner's box at the 2020 Kentucky Derby to root for Necker Island, the

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Cruise deals may be getting harder to find, but American Queen Voyages is offering a sailing at an unbeatable price: free. The cruise line is running a Taste of the Mississippi River Cruise sweepstakes, in partnership with America’s Test Kitchen, giving one traveler and

Europeans Can Soon Travel to US Without Proof of COVID Vaccination

Europeans will soon be able to travel to the United States without having to worry about presenting proof of COVID-19 vaccination upon their arrival as the country has decided to lift such a measure. Announcing the news, the White House said on Monday that the

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Many seasoned travelers are accustomed to checking the U.S. State Department’s travel warnings prior to traveling abroad. The warnings exist at four levels: Level 1 – Exercise Normal Caution; Level 2 – Exercise Increased Caution; Level 3 – Reconsider Travel

The Biggest Challenges to Expect When Traveling This Summer — and Expert Advice on How to Handle Them

If the upcoming summer travel season fills you with equal parts excitement and anxiety, you're certainly not alone. With some airlines already reporting record bookings, searches for summer travel surging on booking platforms like Expedia, and the FAA expecting a 45

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The United States will finally align with most major tourist nations by scrapping its remaining Covid travel restrictions from 12 May 2023. The current rules mean that many unvaccinated international visitors have been banned from the US for over three years, since

Traveling To Istanbul Just Got Easier As High-Speed Train Is Connected To Airports

Just in time for the summer 2023 travel season, two new metro lines have opened in Istanbul — finally connecting the city’s two airports with its mass public transportation system. Gone are the days when travelers to and from Istanbul’s two airports have to sit

Air Travel Chaos Looms As Us Keeps 5G Altimeter Refit Deadline

The US will not delay a deadline for airlines to refit planes with new sensors to address possible 5G interference, despite concerns the cut-off date could cause travel disruption. Transport Secretary Pete Buttigieg said on Tuesday that airlines were told the 1 July

FBI Issues Travel Warning For Haiti Amid Crime Surge

A recent surge in violence and the abduction of an American couple in Haiti last month is causing concern for American government officials. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has issued a travel warning for American citizens to avoid travel to the country

Marriott’s Focus On Budget Travel To Include New Extended-Stay Brand

It was only this week that Marriott’s brand count rose to 31. That will soon swell to 32 in just a few weeks. The world’s largest hotel company officially acquired Mexico’s City Express chain of affordably priced hotels, Marriott announced Monday. But Marriott isn’t done

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Like many of you, I’ve been caught in the occasional “tourist trap” over the years. I’ve found myself waking up in a cookie-cutter hotel room, with a generic print of a local landmark over the bed, or on a street full of gift shops selling puntastic T-shirts. Then I ask

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The largely undeveloped island of Lanai has a single gas station, a few paved roads and no traffic lights. If you're coming from Oahu or Maui, you may be surprised at the lack of buildings. With one of the smallest populations of all the inhabitable Hawaii islands, Lanai

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Many national parks saw near-record-breaking attendance levels last year and countless others logged attendance levels that were close to pre-pandemic numbers. If you’re planning to visit a national park — or even several parks — this year, that doesn’t mean you

More Young People Are Choosing To Go On Cruise Vacations

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Carnival Cruise Line Opens New Itineraries From Two Homeports

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The business-class experience on Etihad Airways is about to get even better. The Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates-based carrier unveiled Monday its highly anticipated new cabins that'll be installed on its new batch of Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft. Specifically

Kingston Upon Thames: London's Town Of Kings And Queens

On an unassuming corner in Kingston upon Thames, an unassuming town on the River Thames, is a stone. It's no ordinary stone. Protected by a ring of blue iron rails designed to mimic a crown, with seven pillars representing the seven kings whose names are

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Before visiting the Netherlands and Belgium in the springtime, my mind danced with thoughts of bicycling past sun-drenched landscapes dotted with tulips and windmills, nibbling Belgian chocolate and cheese along the way. Occasionally with travel, the reality

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On May 3, 1999 a total of 66 tornadoes (by some counts 71) spawned in a single day in the state of Oklahoma. One which occurred just southwest of Chickasha, Oklahoma rated an F5 on the Fujita scale

Avanti and Visit Portugal Launch Advisor Educational Campaign on Independent Travel; Two New Customizable Itineraries, Madeira and Azores Added to Avanti’s Portugal Lineup; Gift Card Offer for Bookings Made by May 31, 2023

Portland, Oregon, May 1, 2023 – Wholesale FIT travel specialist Avanti Destinations and Visit Portugal have partnered to launch a campaign designed to educate travel advisors on the diversity of independent travel

The King James Bible

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Navigating Solo Travel in Detroit

Solo travel is especially liberating! Explore locally-sourced travel tips and recommendations for navigating the greatest adventures in Detroit. From day trips to nightlife, and everything else in between; whether you’re here for an afternoon, a weekend, or an extended

Crowds, High Prices And The ‘White Lotus’ Effect: Worst Places To Travel This Summer

Summer vacation is supposed to be about rest and relaxation. But in reality, it sometimes ends up being about overpriced tourist traps, crowded streets or delayed flights. How can you avoid that fate? We asked Clint Henderson, frequent traveler and managing editor at The

Rome: 7 Things Travelers Need To Know Before Visiting

Rome is an incredible place to visit no matter what type of travel experience you are in search of. History buffs, foodies, shopaholics, and adventurers will all find something to love about Rome. This culturally rich city weaves its history throughout the fabric of its modern life

How a Little-Known Airline Transformed the Air Travel Industry 30 Years Ago

As the daughter of Taiwanese immigrants, I would fly to the island nation to visit relatives every few years while growing up—and boy did I loathe those long plane rides. Whether it was enduring long layovers in stark terminals, losing my markers in a fussy seatback pocket, or

Want To Head To London For King Charles' Coronation? Here's What It Will Cost.

Throngs of U.S. fans of the British royal family eager to witness the coronation of King Charles III next week are expected to travel to the U.K. to watch the historic event in person. Attendance at the May 6 ceremony at Westminster Abbey is an official state event and is by

6 British Castles Where You Can Stay Like Royalty on a Commoner’s Budget

When King Charles III is crowned on May 6, the world will witness, for the first time since his mother’s coronation in 1953, a ceremony that packs more than 1,000 years of British pomp and pageantry into a single day. But for some people, one day might not be enough

New Orleans Jazz Fest 2023 Is Taking Over The Big Easy

The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival is happening now through May 7. The festival has a long history of top-notch performances and is celebrating its 52nd year of rhythm and jazz. Headliners for the festival range from various genres including pop, country, jazz, Hip Hop

Slovakia to Introduce Border Controls With Austria, Hungary, Poland & Czechia on May 24 Ahead of Globsec 2023 Bratislava Forum

The Slovak authorities have announced that the country will introduce temporary border controls with Austria, Hungary, Poland, and the Czech Republic on May 24, 2023, to ensure safety during the time that the Globsec 2023 Bratislava Forum is taking place. According to

American Airlines Pilots Authorized A Strike. Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Panic.

American Airlines pilots said they’re prepared to strike if they don’t reach a deal with management on a new contract. Between April 1 and April 30, members of the Allied Pilots Association, which represents American’s pilots, voted on whether or not to strike. According to

12 Completely Free Things to Do in New York City This Spring

There’s a longstanding joke amongst New York City residents that a simple walk around your neighborhood will run you $100—and that’s often true. But while dinners are expensive and concert tickets even more so, rest assured that you don’t have to break the bank to enjoy

Mackinac Island Named No. 1 Summer Travel Destination In Us For 2023

As the summer travel season approaches, Mackinac Island was just named the best summer travel destination for 2023. The Michigan island ranked No. 1 on USA Today's 10Best list of top places to travel in the United States this summer. The list was compiled by 10Best

The 8 Hotels in North America to Book for the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse

On April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will travel across a 115-mile-wide sliver of sky from Mexico’s west coast, across the United States, and out to sea via eastern Canada. Hotels with a view of this interstellar marvel are quickly booking up, but we found eight charming and

Norwegian Cruise Line Earnings Show $159M Loss for Q1 2023

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH) has released its financial results for the first quarter that ended March 31. In the first quarter of 2023, the revenue surged to $1.8 billion, up from $521.9 million in the same period in 2022, owing the increase to a full restart after the

Carnival Cruise Ship Receives Unique Livery

A cruise ship that will enter service with Carnival Cruise Line in a month has received a unique livery before its debut. Carnival Venezia is moving over from sister cruise line Costa Cruises and the hull has been painted yellow and will correspond with the yellow on the cruise

MSC Cruises Announces First-Ever Winter Season In Japan

Guests can now sail year-round in Japan with MSC Cruises! Today, MSC Cruises has opened sales for the line’s inaugural winter season in Japan. The announcement came at an event aboard MSC Bellissima in Yokohama, Japan, that was held to mark the start of the 2023

Discover the 10 Premier Marriott Hotels In Toronto For Unforgettable Experiences

Toronto is ranked as one of the top most livable cities globally. It is known for its striking skyscrapers, business-centric atmosphere, remarkable architecture, and first-rate city infrastructure. The city offers a lot to any traveler, with world-class dining options, plenty of

27 Of The Best Free Things To Do In London

London isn’t the world’s cheapest destination, but there are still plenty of inexpensive ways to experience the U.K. capital. From enjoying green spaces and natural wonders to stocking up on knowledge at free museums and art galleries, you can easily create a jam-packed

Dedication of the Empire State Building

New York City's Empire State Building was dedicated on this day in 1931. The grand building was designed by the architectural firm of Shreve, Lamb, and Harmon using earlier designs for the Reynolds

"The Big Melt" Closes Yosemite

Yosemite Valley and other swatches of Yosemite Park have closed to visitors through at least Wednesday due to flooding, as an historic snowpack in the Sierras begins to melt. "An extended period of very warm temperatures will cause rapid snow melt which is

Spiritual Retreats To Outdoor Adventure: Summer Travel Is About Escaping Burnout

After experiencing severe burnout during the pandemic and being diagnosed with PTSD and ADHD, 34-year-old Caitlin Gibson knew she had to make some changes. 'I realized I wasn’t taking good care of myself and was stressed out both personally and

What Is Travel Medical Insurance?

Travel medical insurance pays for emergency medical expenses if you get sick or injured while on a trip. This coverage is especially important if you are traveling outside of the country because your U.S. health insurance may provide little to no coverage abroad

6 Reasons To Visit This Underrated European Destination This Summer

Planning for your next big trip across the pond? This summer travel season is set to be one of the busiest ever, with travelers flocking to Europe in record numbers. International travel is up more than 200% compared to 2022, and international airfare has risen by

Expert Travel Tips For Planning A Family Summer Vacation

Summer is less than two months away so it's high time to lock in any family vacation plans to avoid breaking the bank. "Good Morning America" tapped two top travel experts to help your family get ready to hit the road, rail, sky or seas this summer with ease

Why You'll Want To Pack Sunscreen And Plenty Of Patience When Traveling To This Caribbean Country

Tourism in Jamaica has been booming ever since the island country removed its pandemic travel restrictions. Indeed, the number of tourists traveling to Jamaica climbed nearly 100 percent in the first 3 months of this year. That surge in visitors, combined with airport

Chef Roze Traore Opens Boutique Hotel In West Africa's Côte

In today’s hospitality industry, unique experiences are at the forefront of customer’s minds when it comes to spending their time of leisure. However, the best unique experiences come from unique individuals. Enter Chef Roze Traore, famous model-turned-chef who

For a Wild West Adventure, Head to These 10 Family-Friendly Ranches and Lodges

There’s no denying the romantic appeal of the American West: storied ranching culture; green valleys that explode with wildflowers in the spring; rushing, trout-filled rivers; stands of pine and aspen forests; views of snow-topped peaks. And there are few better ways

These 7 Disney World Hotels Have Rooms on Sale From Under $100 This Summer – With Free Park Transportation and Early Park Access

A summer vacation to Walt Disney World in Orlando just got a little cheaper. Seven park hotels that are within walking distance of Disney Springs are offering discounts on nightly stays between May 1 and Aug. 31. The deepest discounts include stays at $97 a

4 Sustainable Travel Innovations Shaping the Future of the Tourism Industry

When it comes to sustainable ways to move through the world, big changes are happening in the travel industry. Nearly every sector of tourism, including cruise lines, luxury resorts, airlines, and the destinations themselves are turning to innovative solutions that cut

United Airlines Plane To Israel Turns Back Hours Into Flight Due To Unruly Passenger

A United Airlines flight from New Jersey to Tel Aviv, Israel, turned around just hours into its trip because of an unruly traveler over the weekend. United Flight 90 diverted back to Newark Liberty International Airport on Sunday soon after taking off "due to a disruptive

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Hollywood might have put Puerto Vallarta on the map back in the 60s, but today it’s as glamorous, striking, and magnetic as ever. With a prized location between the cinematic Sierra Madre Mountains and the horseshoe-shaped Banderas Bay on Mexico’s Pacific

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Avelo's rapid expansion continues. The ultra-low-cost startup plans to fly from Redmond Municipal Airport (RDM) in Oregon to Charles M. Schulz-Sonoma County Airport (STS) in California. It will also resume an older route from Bozeman Yellowstone International

Cruise Ship With the Most Spacious Cabins at Sea Is Completed

Looking for a cruise ship with roomy cabins? Construction has completed on the cruise ship with the most spacious standard staterooms at sea. Oceana Cruises, one of the world’s leading destination focused cruise lines, took delivery of their newest cruise ship

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Seabourn has announced its first-ever “Grand Africa Voyage” that will sail roundtrip around the continent for 90 days. The Seabourn Sojourn will leave Barcelona, Spain, on November 30, 2024, and stop at 44 must-see ports and cities throughout 26 countries. The

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Hyatt's tentacles once again expand into the luxury and lifestyle hotel sector with a planned acquisition of the Mr. and Mrs. Smith boutique hotel platform

London's 15 Best Hotels of 2023

From affordable luxury to properties ideal for families, here are fifteen of the best hotels in London to book for your next getaway

Luxury Taiwanese airline Starlux now flying into LAX

The airline recently partnered with the Dodgers, Clippers and Alaska Airlines

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When American Airlines hired her, Bonnie Tiburzi, a 24-year-old flight instructor, was the only woman among 214 new hires. This is her story

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From stunning beaches to vibrant cities, these destinations offer something for everyone. Start planning your dream summer getaway now

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Find out what tourist tax you need to pay in global tourist spots such as Amsterdam, Paris, Barcelona, and Hawaii

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Food is an integral part of the overall travel experience. If you want to immerse yourself in the local culture and history, you must also sample authentic local dishes you may not find back home. So, if you're a foodie at heart and are looking for ideas on your next travel adventure

Six best holiday destinations in Spain

From Madrid to Mallorca, discover our selection of the best destinations for a Spanish summer getaway

Beware of Common Travel Scams Abroad This Summer

Traveling is a great way to explore new places, but it can also make unprepared tourists vulnerable to scams and frauds

6 questions to answer when planning your golf trip

Golf getaways involve a lot of moving parts. Here are six questions to consider as you plan for your next big getaway with your buddies

AI vs. "Booking Human" Is No Contest, Says GTC's Licea

AI only knows what it can pull from the Internet; it's only as good as what's put into it - it can't double as a human travel advisor

Strikes, soaring airfares and yo-yoing hotel fees: A traveler's guide to the coronation

From where to stay to where to get the best views, here's what you need to know if you're traveling to London for the coronation of King Charles III

Passenger overboard during Royal Caribbean International cruise, Coast Guard suspends search

A passenger sailing on Royal Caribbean International's Quantum of the Seas ship went overboard early Wednesday morning

Not in the Mood to Cruise With Kids? These Adult Sailings Are Totally (or Mostly) Kid-Free

These are the best adults-only cruises and cruises catered specifically to adults for those who want to sail kid-free

World's Busiest Cruise Port Targets New Terminal

Port Canaveral targets further growth with the proposal for a new 175 million dollar cruise terminal, and expanded visitor numbers

Aloha Airlines Flight 243

On April 28, 1988, Aloha Airlines Flight 243 took off from Hilo International Airport at 1:25 PM for the short flight to Honolulu. On board were 90 passengers and five crew members. At approximately 1:48 PM, the aircraft reached its flight altitude of 24,000 feet when a section of the hull on the forward left side of the plane ruptured. The aircraft suffered an immediate and explosive decompression, ripping away a large section of the hull along the

Cruise passenger disappears overboard during trip from Australia to Hawaii

The US Coast Guard has so far found no sign of an Australian passenger believed to have fallen overboard from a cruise ship traveling from Brisbane to Hawaii

Emerald Cruises Celebrates Float Out of Emerald Sakara

Emerald Cruises, Emerald Sakara celebrated the float out of its new ship, the Emerald Sakara, on Tuesday, April 25, according to a statement

What It's Like to Cruise Asia Right Now

It’s taken a long time, with months stretching into years, but cruise companies are gradually returning en masse to Asia after the COVID pandemic

These 3 airlines drew the most passenger complaints in 2022

Travelers flooded Transportation Department and booking sites with grievances as canceled and delayed flights spiked

Hawaiian Airlines Software Glitch To Likely Impact Revenue

Hawaiian Airlines suffers through a software transition glitch that causes disruptions

8 Secret Airline Perks You Didn't Know Existed

Airlines offer perks like specialized check-in areas for business-class passengers, second meals in economy, and free miles if your bags don't arrive on time

The Best New Wellness Hotels in the World: 2023 Hot List

The best wellness hotels of the past year, selected from our global list of winners

Sleep & Swim Above the South African Wilderness at This Bucket List Train Hotel

To drive the point home, I sent along photos and videos of the famed Kruger Shalati, a glass-walled train-style hotel on a railroad bridge perched high above South Africa’s stunning Kruger National Park

Best hotels in Palm Springs

Palm Springs, California, has fabulous hotels ranging from midcentury modern masterpieces to lush golf resorts that are great for the whole family. Here are 13 of the best

8 bodies found in wooded lots, sinkhole ponds near Cancun, prosecutor says

The bodies were found during searches of wooded lots and sinkhole ponds around the popular Mexican resort, authorities in Cancun said

The World’s Top 10 Wine Destinations for 2023

From here in America to around the world, these are the top 10 wine travel destinations for 2023. See the best of wine country now

Why England is Golfs Most Underrated Destination

Whilst Scotland and Ireland garner much international attention, England seems to fly under the radar for many travelling golfers. This, in our opinion, is a travesty; with England boasting some of the best golf on the planet. Don’t believe us?

Brace yourself for an expensive summer travel season

The days are getting longer, the temperatures are creeping higher, and, for many travelers, summer vacations are already top of mind

Can using VPN save you money on hotels, car rentals? I tested it out.

Recent research found that U.S. travelers could snag deals by using a VPN, so USA TODAY gave it a try. Here's what happened

Phuket: 7 Things Travelers Need To Know Before Visiting

Phuket is Thailand's most popular tourist destination and is known for its beaches, food, natural beauty, and welcoming culture

Expedia Revealed Where Americans Are Traveling This Summer & Here Are The Top Destinations

Summer travel season is upon us, and many Americans are gearing up to pick a vacation destination, book a flight and get away for a relaxing 2023 holiday

Travelers Roam with the Penguins with Collette’s ‘Journey to Antarctica: The White Continent’

Pawtucket, RI (April 25, 2023) – Today is National Penguin Day, which means there’s no better time to highlight Collette’s “Journey to Antarctica: The White Continent” tour. The 14-day experience is the only one of its kind offered by North America’s longest running tour operator. Travelers will spend two weeks discovering the magic and wonder of Buenos Aires, Ushuaia and Antarctica. While exploring the “White Continent” they’ll be met with

The Death of Magellan

Fernao de Magalhaes, better known in English as Ferdinand Magellan, convinced the Spanish King to finance the quest for a western route to the Indonesian Islands. On September 20, 1519, Magellan set sail. It took him over a year of sailing the Atlantic and then southward along the coast of South America before he came upon the straights that now bear his name at the tip of the continent. They sailed for five months through the Pacific, so-named by his crew because during that time they did not encounter a single storm. Magellan's ship landed

Say goodbye to the company retreat: business travel isn't ever going back to pre-COVID normal, report says

Inflation, economic pressure and new post-pandemic normals are all weighing on employers’ willingness to send their staff on trips

EU agrees to decarbonize air travel with the 'world's largest green fuels mandate for aviation'

The EU secured a deal to decarbonize the air travel sector, seeking to slash heat-trapping emissions by stimulating the region's green aviation fuel market

How to Be Less Stressed When Traveling, According to an Expert Jetsetter

The whole point of a vacation is to get away from the anxiety and to-do lists of daily life. So how do we decrease stress while traveling? Here are my tips, an expert jetsetter

Alaska Airlines Adds Starlux As A Mileage Plan Partner

Mileage Plan members will be able to earn miles on STARLUX flights and redeem miles for flights starting this summer

Here's How Airlines Have Started Using AI

The travel industry is going all in on artificial intelligence. Here's the latest way airlines are utilizing AI

I took my first Norwegian cruise after more than a decade. Here are my honest thoughts

Norwegian Cruise Line is one of the most popular mainstream cruise lines in the industry. This cruise line has a large fleet with 18 vessels sailing around the world

What’s a good amount of days for a first cruise?

If you are planning your first cruise, you are probably wondering what the best itinerary length is.  Most cruises fall somewhere between 3- and

Cruise Season Begins at Port of Quebec

On the occasion, President and CEO of Port of Québec Mario Girard awarded Captain Jorgen Cardestig with a medal honoring the first cruise ship of the year to dock at the port. This year’s cruise season at the port extends from April 25 to November 5

Stay In The World's First 3D-Printed Hotel

El Cosmico will be relocating to a larger space of 60 acres, with accommodations that include circular structures highlighting the West Texas desert landscape. A communal pool, open-air bathhouse, outdoor kitchen and other communal areas will be available

Average Cancun Nightly Hotel Rates Increase Significantly As Popularity Soars

Cancun hotel rates surge due to record-breaking popularity, with up to 25% increase. Get the latest on travel numbers and pricing

NYC Leisure, Hotel Revenue on Pace to Exceed Pre-Pandemic Levels

New York City’s taxable leisure and hospitality revenue is on pace to exceed pre-pandemic levels as the return of tourists and commuters fuels gains, state Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli said

Most Americans prefer spontaneous trips over pre-planned vacations: poll

A survey by OnePoll on behalf of Motel 6 of 2,000 adults with travel plans this year found that two of three Americans prefer spontaneous trips over pre-planned ones

Los Cabos Aims To Be One Of The Top Destinations For American Travelers This Summer

Los Cabos keeps improving its tourist offer and quality of service as it aims to become America's favorite summer getaway

Experiential Travel Is Back Stronger Than Ever

Prior to covid, people had an idea of their bucket-list trips, but put them on the back burner for retirement. Then the global pandemic hit and people realized that it wasn’t smart to put things off. One area of travel that has seen exponential growth is expedition cruising—which has never been as popular and in demand as it is today

10 reasons to travel to Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is a mesmerizing small island situated at the southern tip of India. Blessed with a diverse landscape ranging from lush green tropical forests to

10 Cheap Vacation Spots In Turkey You Should Visit This Summer

Can you see Turkey on the cheap? Here, we'll share ten of the most affordable places to visit in Turkey if you're traveling on a budget

Glamp In Vintage Trailers At California's Enchanting Alta Colina Winery

Stay in charming vintage trailers at the Trailer Pond, a unique glamping spot in Paso Robles, CA, at Alta Colina Winery and Vineyard

Royal castles to luxury getaways: How to spend King Charles III's coronation weekend

Millions of people are expected to travel to and around the U.K. to witness the coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla on May 6

Collette’s ‘Cultural Treasures of Japan’ Tour Gives Travelers a Taste of Things Old and New

Pawtucket, RI (April 24, 2023) – Collette’s “Cultural Treasures of Japan” tour gives travelers the chance to explore ancient and modern Japanese culture firsthand. From making their own sushi, to exploring ancient temples, travelers get to do it all

Tanzania comes into existence

Britain and Germany had long been the colonial powers in eastern Africa, and the nation of Tanganyika was no exception. But when British rule came to an end in 1961, Tanganyika peacefully moved into independence with Julius Nyerere as its President. Just offshore on the small island nation of of Zanzibar, however, a long-standing Arab dynasty remained in place even after the British gave the country its independence in 1963. Only a month later, the bloody Zanzibar Revolution was underway, and thousands of Arabs and people of Indian descent were either killed or expelled. On April 26th, 1964, the two nations merged to form Tanzania, of which Zanibar remains a semi-autonomous region.

7 Destinations To Avoid This Summer Due To Overtourism

Travel is back and bigger than ever, and these 7 destinations will be some of the most packed as we move into the Summer months

Hotels Filling Fast For May As Travelers Flock To Los Cabos

The occupancy rate for Los Cabos during the month of May is already projected to be about 80 percent. Here's why the month is so popular

Vantage Travel cancels trips, blames data security incident

A Rhode Island couple found out their European river cruise was canceled just 48 hours before they were supposed to leave for the airport

How to stay healthy while traveling for work or vacation

Here is how to stay healthy while traveling, including tips for healthy eating, exercise, stress reduction, and illness prevention

Florida's biggest LGBTQ Memorial weekend party in Pensacola not deterred by travel advisory

Florida's biggest LGBTQ Memorial weekend party is still on at Pensacola Beach despite flurry of anti-LGBTQ legislation that led to Florida advisory

Cruise from the Big Apple to the Caribbean: MSC Cruises launches year-round service from NY

MSC Cruises launched year-round service from New York over the weekend, marking the line's third U.S. home port

Crystal Cruises Announces Return of Cruise Directors

Luxury cruise line Crystal Cruises announces its cruise directors will make a return across its three-ship fleet

Flames during American Airlines flight come amid increased bird strikes

Two incidents involving American Airlines flights -- one of them an apparent bird strike -- frightened passengers who saw flames flowing from their aircraft

JetBlue Schedule Reduced By 2413 Flights Between June And September

The carrier will carve out over 300,000 seats from its offering this summer

These Airlines Are Using AI to Make Long-haul Flights More Efficient

Artificial intelligence may be the key to making ultra-long flights more efficient. Here's why

This Spring's Most Exciting U.S. Hotel Openings

From coast to coast, this fresh crop of inspired hotels has us ready for a getaway-from boutique Upstate offering Camptown to a sprawling facelift in Frenchman's Reef, USVI

JW Marriott Hotel Xi'an

JW Marriott Hotel Xi'an - JW Marriott today announced the opening of JW Marriott Hotel Xan, a remarkable destination home to six UNESCO World Heritage cultural and historic sites

Top ideas for adventurous family vacation this summer holiday

Planning a trip with your family this summer vacation? Here are top travel ideas for thrill seekers or anyone looking for unusual, exciting experiences

Passport application delays could derail summer travel

If you haven't already submitted your passport application or renewal for summer travel, you could be out of luck and money

5 vacation destinations that grandparents and grandkids will love

From beach destinations to urban getaways traveling with grandparents can be beneficial for the entire family

Wanderlust Found: 10 Best Places To Travel Internationally In May

Looking for the perfect destination to explore in May? Soak up some much-needed sunshine and culture with these top international destinations

Discover the Best Cenotes in the State of Yucatán in Mexico

The State of Yucatan in Mexico is home to some of the most stunning natural wonders in the world, the cenotes

5 European Destinations for a Luxurious Holiday this Summer

As we approach the end of April and the days get longer and sunnier, we can already imagine ourselves sunbathing and surfing. Europe is an excellent blend of luxury and relaxation, which makes it perfect for booking your summer holiday there

La Marseillaise

On April 25th, 1792, Claude Joseph Rouget de Lisle composed "La Marseillaise", the song destined to become the French national anthem. Rouget composed the song as a rallying cry as Prussian and Austrian armies marched on France. The song became the French national anthem on Bastille Day in 1795. Napoleon I banned it during his reign; however, it was re-instated in 1879.

New Survey Reveals 7 Of The Top Hotels In The World

In a new survey performed by Travel + Leisure, travelers have voted for the best 500 hotels in the world. Here are 7 of the best

She signed up to live on a cruise ship for three years. Here's why

Sharon Lane is set to embark on Life at Sea Cruises' upcoming three-year-long world cruise. Here's why she's counting down the days

10 Travel Mistakes That Are Increasing Your Carbon Footprint

Your regular vacation habits are likely messing with the environment. Here's what you may be doing wrong, and some swaps to try instead

Southeast Asia Is Hugely Affordable For American Travelers - Here Are The Top 5 Cheapest Cities

With five-day stays as cheap as $222, Southeast Asia is one of the top destinations for budget travelers right now

Qatar Airways Celebrates Eid Al Fitr with All Passengers

Qatar Airways marks the end of the month-long dawn-to-sunset fasting during the Holy Month of Ramadan and the start of ‘Eid Al-Fitr’ declared by the sighting of Shawwal’s crescent in the Lunar Calendar

A new hotel in the clouds and a rare solar eclipse

This week in travel news: High-altitude accommodation in Vietnam, the longest bicycle tunnel in the world, and a new museum dedicated to Amelia Earhart

Favorite European travel destination bans selfies as tourists spark 'anarchic chaos' in streets

The Italian town of Portofino has banned selfies in some of its photogenic locales to prevent tourists from clogging the streets amid what the mayor describes as "anarchic chaos."

For Earth Day 2023, how to put your best travel foot forward

You can see tour world and still help protect the health of our one and only (and vulnerable) planet. Check out these five ways to more gently explore the Earth

Bird strike causes engine fire, return to airport for American flight

The collision and flames, captured on video, apparently disabled one of two engines on the Boeing 737-800 shortly after it took off from Columbus, Ohio

The TSA Is Having To Remind Passengers Not To Bring Guns To Airports Again

Firearms are prohibited in carry-on bags, at TSA security checkpoints, and on board aircraft, regardless of a concealed carry permit

These are the 10 best destinations in the world for an eco-friendly vacation

Kayak's 2023 City Index for Mindful Travelers ranked the best cities in the world for sustainable travel.

Barcelona To Benidorm: 10 Cities To Visit In Spain This Summer

Traveling to Spain this summer? There are so many places to visit in this beautiful country, but these cities and towns will blow you away

Why Families Are Traveling To Sri Lanka, A Bucket List Destination

Few places in the world can offer families such a remarkable combination of stunning landscapes, pristine beaches, captivating cultural heritage and unique wildlife experiences within such a compact location like the island of Sri Lanka

Trekking the Amazon: A trip for the ageless

Our small group of 16 left the landing at Manaus, Brazil, in the early morning hours via a small boat that took us up the Rio Negro River to Guedes Lake

Cruise line let passenger's body decompose, lawsuit says

A widow is suing a cruise line, alleging that it let her husband's body decompose after he died of a heart attack

Cruise industry expects to bring a record number of visitors to Alaska

Increased capacity on cruise ships and pent-up demand will help bring a record number of cruise guests to Alaska this summer, signaling a rebound for the industry after the pandemic hampered travel in recent years, an official with a cruise trade association said this week

Founding of the Library of Congress

President John Adams signed into law an act establishing the Library of Congress on April 24, 1800. The same act transferred of the seat of government of the United States from Philadelphia to the District of Columbia. The law made available the sum of $5,000 "for the purchase of such books as may be necessary for the use of Congress ... and for fitting up a suitable

Samuel Langhorne Clemens Dies

Born on November 30, 1835, Samuel Langhorne Clemens better known as Mark Twain, died on this day in 1910. Clemens was America's earliest and foremost humorist, satirist, lecturer, and

Goway Has Exclusive Pre-Sale Tickets to Formula 1 Qatar Grand Prix 2023

Toronto, April 20, 2023: The Formula 1 Qatar Grand Prix 2023 is one of the hottest racing events of the year and Goway has the perfect way for travelers to experience it first-hand with exclusive

Mother's Travel Nightmare Goes Viral

A mom is now using her unplanned free time to warn travelers about the simple mistake she made that cost her thousands and a trip of a lifetime. Known for her silly, fun and relatable content "the hustling mama" otherwise known as Rosie Nguyen

How To Travel If You're A DACA Recipient

NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with How to LA podcast host Brian De Los Santos about his recent trip to Mexico, his country of birth. It was his first time back in 30 years

What If Summer Travel Isn't As Hectic As Expected? Why Last-Minute Plans Could Work Out.

Forget everything you think you know about travel this summer. All that talk about this being the busiest and most expensive summer ever and how you ought to book now – well, that's just talk. The conventional wisdom about summer travel has

Is It OK To Take Your Shoes Off On A Plane? An Etiquette Expert Weighs In

Nearly 220 million Americans plan to take a vacation this summer, according to The Vacationer. If you're one of them, chances are pretty good that you're taking a plane to get wherever you're going. While the idea of jetting off to a new

First Metro Train Travels Under Sydney Harbour

A metro train has traveled under Sydney Harbour for the first time ever in what’s being described as “a historic first step” for the Australian city. The successful crossing, which took place in the early hours of Friday morning, was part of an ongoing

The Most Beautiful Stargazing Parks In The Americas

Looking for a unique vacation spot? You might want to check out some stargazing destinations. Stargazing parks are known for having excellent stargazing conditions, including dark skies and minimal light pollution. Some even organize stargazing

In the Footsteps of Charles III

No royal heir in British history has waited longer than Charles III, the king formerly known as the Prince of Wales, to ascend the throne. When he is officially crowned, on May 6, Charles will be 74 years old — a full 47 years older than his mother

This Caribbean Island Should Be on Every Foodie’s Bucket List

Everyone seems to be talking about Puerto Rico, and for good reason. When asked for Caribbean recommendations, I often find myself saying that Puerto Rico is the perfect place to start. With no passport needed for American citizens and no

Nashville Vs Memphis: Which To Choose?

Appalachians, Tennessee is a crucible of American culture. Which means its two largest cities, Nashville and Memphis, have major cachet when it comes to matters culinary and – above all else – musical. But which of the pair sings the sweeter tune?

14 Adults-Only St Lucia All-Inclusive Resorts You Should Book

St Lucia is an unforgettable tropical paradise famous for its lush greeny, pristine shoreline, and picturesque beauty of the Piton mountains, which offer a great backdrop for activities such as hiking and nature photography. For a true getaway

Hospitality Staff Often Feel Invisible—Here’s How to Make Them Feel Seen

When I was 12, I became the shopkeeper for my family’s roadside produce stand. My life, as most people would have defined it, was small: The South Carolina town that contained my family’s farm had a population of 162 people, and a good

Almost a Dozen Tornadoes Hit the U.S. in One Day – and More Severe Weather Is Expected

Nearly a dozen tornadoes struck the United States on Wednesday, according to News 9. While severe storms were reported across Kansas, Iowa, and Oklahoma, the latter experienced the worst impact with eight confirmed tornadoes. (Kansas had

Virgin Voyages Adds Permanent Poker Room to One Ship

Virgin Voyages has partnered with the World Poker Tour to establish the “WPT at Sea” Poker Room on the line’s ship Scarlet Lady. Utilizing eight custom poker tables and staffed with professional dealers, the room offers beginner training, cash

Carnival Cruise Guests Banned for Life After Fishing From Balcony

Guests featured in a recent viral video as they caught a fish off their stateroom balcony have now been banned for life from Carnival Cruise Line. The guests’ behavior was in violation of the several of the cruise line’s policies, as well as local laws in

The Mariel Boatlift

On April 20, 1980, Cuba's Fidel Castro unexpectedly announced that any Cuban desiring to emigrate to the U.S. could do so. At the port of Mariel west of Havana, boats were made available and 125,000 Cubans

As Ramadan Wraps Up Travelers Describe Collette’s ‘Colors Of Morocco’ Tour As ‘Powerful Experience’

Pawtucket, RI (April 19, 2023) – Collette saw a surge in rave reviews of its “Colors of Morocco” small group explorations tour last year. Travelers valued their time on the 15-day tour through Morocco. A total of 155

The Top-Rated First-Time Solo Travel Destinations

With trending videos for travel tips and #solotravel garnering over 3 billion views on TikTok, it’s clear that social media is embracing a solo travel revolution. Searches for “first-time solo travel” climbed by 350% in March 2023, while searches for “is solo travel worth it”

Do You Need to Be Vaccinated to Cruise? It Depends on the Ship and Destination

When cruising restarted in spring 2021, after a nearly 15-month pandemic-spurred shutdown imposed by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), cruisers faced a barrage of rules, including strict requirements for COVID-19 vaccinations and precruise

Is The Eurail Pass Worth It For Traveling In Europe This Summer?

Are you planning a trip to Europe this summer? Here’s what you need to know about the Eurail Pass and whether or not it’s worth it for travelers. The Eurail Pass allows you to travel between 33 European countries by train for one price. There are various passes available

This Influencer Started a Petition to Protect Plus-size Travelers While Flying — and It Has Thousands of Supporters

Thousands of people have signed a petition demanding the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) create a policy that spells out guidelines airlines must follow to accommodate plus-size passengers. The Change.org petition, which was created by plus-size travel

Best Resort Hotels In Hawaii

Although it's part of the U.S., a trip to Hawaii feels like visiting another country, thanks to the islands' otherworldly landscapes and the vibrant Hawaiian culture. Even from one island to the next, visitors are bound to discover differences. The same goes for hotels and

Disney World Brings Back All Annual Passes For First Time Since 2021: What To Know Before Buying

For the first time in nearly a year and a half, Disney fans can purchase new annual passes for Walt Disney World, regardless of where they live. Disney World paused sales of most new annual passes in November 2021. Only the Pixie Pass, which is limited to Florida

FAA Briefly Halts All Southwest Flights Again — Then Allows Flights To Resume

Southwest Airlines experienced some turbulence this morning, but the skies are blue again and its horizon is clear once more. The problem appears to have started around 10:30 a.m. Eastern today but was resolved within about an hour. “This morning @SouthwestAir

Watch Out for These 10 Common Scams When You're in Italy This Summer

Italy is a relatively safe country in terms of violent crime, but times are tough, people are shrewd, and there are a few common (yet frustratingly ingenious) tourist scams to be aware of. Some may even go so far as to call it a game: scam the foreigner–except no one

10 Most Beautiful California Small Towns You Should Visit

California offers a diverse range of attractions, from beaches to vineyards, deserts, and delicious food, making it a desirable vacation destination. While California's big cities offer plenty of excitement, its small towns have a unique charm that can make for unforgettable

Fatteh: A Layered Dish Of Bread And Yoghurt

Of all the traditional meals found in Lebanon, fatteh, a layered dish of poached meat or chicken, chickpeas, toasted pita bread and garlic yoghurt topped with pine nuts, might be the simplest to prepare – and one of the tastiest. Fatteh has a long history in Middle Eastern

Travel to These European Countries Expected to Be Affected by Strikes in April & May

Industrial actions organised by many dissatisfied workers in different sectors have overcome the European countries since the year began. Consequently, travelling has been severely affected, with airlines cancelling flights, experiencing disruptions, warning delays, or

Holland America Line Marks 150th Anniversary In Rotterdam

Holland America Line has marked its 150th anniversary with celebrations in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, attended by royalty, local dignitaries, port officials and the cruise line’s guests. The cruise line’s ship, Rotterdam, arrived at the Port of Rotterdam in the

Viking Cruises Voted First in Food & Wine's Inaugural Global Tastemakers Awards

Food & Wine readers voted Viking Cruises the Best Cruise Line in the publication’s first Global Tastemakers Awards. Viking Cruises was number one in the Cruise Line category for its “inventive culinary programs across its river, ocean, and expedition voyages

10 Affordable Yet Highly Rated Texas Resorts Where You Can Enjoy Luxury Without Breaking The Bank

There are many great reasons to visit the Lone Star State, even though more popular destinations like New York, California, and Florida tend to overshadow it. Texans take great pride in their state, from its delicious cuisine and fascinating history to its diverse natural

Alaska Airlines Kills the Check-in Kiosk, Brings in Face Scanners

Alaska Airlines is flying forward into the future. Or, trying to do something like that at least. The company announced a suite of changes, soon to be coming to airport lobbies, in a Tuesday press release. For one, Alaska Airlines has proclaimed there will be no

Oklahoma City Bombing

On this day in 1995, the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City was destroyed by a car bomb. American militia movement sympathizer Timothy McVeigh parked a truck filled with volatile

Wetravel Hosting Climate Action Webinar With Expert Panelists

SAN FRANCISCO, CA—Tues., April 18, 2023- WeTravel–the bookings and payments platform that thousands of travel businesses trust to manage their businesses–is hosting on April 25, 2023, a free webinar More Than

Tauck Adds Six New River Cruise Itineraries for 2024

US-based Tauck this week grew its presence in Europe, kicking off the 2024 river cruise season with six new itineraries, the most it has ever added in a single year. All the cruises include pre and post trips, including some new cities in Germany and Switzerland

Large Crowds Shouldn't Stop You From Booking Travel

2022 was the year of revenge travel. Travelers took trips they skipped in 2020 and 2021, catching up on a backlog of weddings and family reunions. Others finally checked off bucket list trips. Travel came back strong, resulting in high prices and packed airports. But

Sober Tourism Is A Growing Trend—Here’s How It Can Transform Your Trip

For most of my adult life, I loved traveling and drinking in equal measure. The pleasure of visiting Argentina came both from the grand, crumbling 19th-century architecture of Buenos Aires and the grand Malbecs I gulped under Mendoza’s Andean skies. My

Best Places to Travel in April

Springtime is official here! As the weather begins to warm up and spring blossoms bloom, April is the perfect time to pack your bags and escape to a new destination. If you’re looking for a trip abroad, April is the perfect time to jet set off, before the summer crowds

Airport Therapy Dogs Ease the Stress of Travel

Covid put travel on hold for years. During its peak, people would speak of airline travel longingly, recalling how fabulous it was to board a plane and in a matter of hours, wake up somewhere brand new. Like most things, the magic eraser of time allowed us to

EPCOT Is About To Change Forever With Major Renovations

If you’ve ever been to Disney World, you’ve probably been to EPCOT. The theme park is a favorite for many travelers due to the different country pavilions and events like the yearly EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival. Walt Disney envisioned the park as

5 World Heritage Wine Regions For Your Travel Bucket List

Today is the International Day for Monuments and Sites, a milestone that encourages citizens of the world to explore UNESCO World Heritage sites. The 21-country World Heritage Committee gathers annually to determine whether a property has earned a

A Review of One of Rajasthan’s Most Famous Retreats

Oberoi Udaivilas sits on more than 50 acres on the banks of Udaipur’s famous Lake Pichola. The celebrated retreat opened its doors in 2007 but looks as though it has been there for centuries. The architecture references the traditional Rajasthani palaces of the

Oceania Cruises Offering Free Land Extensions on Select Itineraries

Oceania Cruises has extended its Free Land Programs to include select 2024 voyages; previously it already included select sailings departing this year. The Free Land Programs are available on 24 featured sailings visiting Africa, Asia, Australia, the Middle East, and

9 Of The Best Places To Visit In Belize: Culture, Beaches And Jungle

Travelers heading to Central America will find everything they could possibly want in Belize. There's great culture and food, incredible nature and wildlife, and vibrant villages, each with its own personality. And because of the country’s small size and ease of traversing

The Republic of Ireland Act

Ireland, oppressed by Great Britain for most of its political existence, was historically gripped by poverty and successive waves of emigration from its shores, largely to the United States. However, by the 1990's Ireland

United Plans To Expand Australia, New Zealand Flights 40% In Bet On International Travel Rebound

United Airlines is planning to grow its service to Australia and New Zealand later this year, the carrier’s latest bet that travelers will continue to book international trips. The expansion to 66 weekly flights between the U.S. and the two countries amounts to a 40% increase in flights

How Safe Is Travel To Mexico And Central America?

Since the start of 2023, the U.S. Department of State has issued travel advisories for Mexico and four other countries in Central America due to crime. The State Department says Americans should reconsider travel to Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Jamaica and El Salvador, popular

Short Staffing And High Demand Could Spell Disaster For Your Summer Travel Plans

Get ready for another sold-out summer when it comes to travel. Across the country, there are still labor shortages in many industries. Nowhere is that more apparent than in the travel industry. An additional 75,000 leisure and hospitality jobs were added just in March

How Much of My Income Should I Budget for Travel?

Travel may be a priority for you, but it's important to not go overboard on spending. If you're a woman and travel is high on your list of priorities, you're not alone. Women account for 56% of leisure travelers, according to Condé Nast Traveler. And when it comes to family trips

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There is never a wrong time for New Orleans (even Mardi Gras is an outsize delight if you seize it with both hands). America’s most singular, timeless city holds so many treasures from its many chapters of history and among its many neighborhoods that I return again and again

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Parrot Heads and all-around beach lovers should get ready to pack their bags for the Golden State! Popular lifestyle brand, Margaritaville, has announced they are adding to their hotel portfolio with 2 new luxury hotels. California will soon be home to a new downtown hotel, along

Appalachian Travel: A Guide to Visiting the Surprise-Filled Region on Columbus’ Doorstep

Appalachia is more than meets the eye. The eponymous ancient mountain range is the star attraction, with peaks and plateaus stretching from Georgia to Southwest New York. But you can find many other treasures, including dynamic cities, charming towns, fascinating history

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It wasn’t until I high-tailed it out of my home in North Carolina and lived out of my well-loved Honda CR-V for a few months in 2021 that I came to appreciate the sheer diversity and beauty of U.S. national parks. After spending the peak work-from-home era glued to my computer

Cheap Eats In Hawaii: 8 Of The Best Local Dining Spots In Waikiki

A trip to Hawaii is surely memorable but not exactly cheap. A 2023 analysis of a seven-day trip from Los Angeles to Honolulu during shoulder season for a family of four people staying at a three-star hotel can easily cost over $5,700 – including meals, transportation and activities

Elvis Week Plans Announced — Here's What's Happening At Graceland In August

Thanks in part to Baz Luhrmann’s Oscar-nominated biopic, officials at Graceland are expecting larger-than-normal crowds later this summer for the annual Elvis Week celebration. The film has helped create renewed interest in Elvis Presley, the superstar singer and actor who died in

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The Adirondack train is one of many routes operated by Amtrak, which was established in 1971 as a response to the decline of passenger rail service in the United States. Today, Amtrak operates over 300 trains daily, serving over 500 destinations across the country. This Amtrak train

Princess Cruises Announces The Arrival Of Sun Princess

Princess Cruises has announced that its latest and largest ship, Sun Princess, will debut in the U.S. next October. Launching in February 2024, Sun Princess will have a season of Mediterranean and European cruises before making her way to the U.S. and, eventually, Port Everglades

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Toronto, April 13, 2023: Demand for group travel is at an all-time high and Goway wants to reward travel agents for planning ahead. With the Spring into ’24 Groups Only incentive, travel agents can

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Gen Zs aren’t easing into the travel market — they are exploding into it. Despite their youth and comparatively low income, more than half of American Gen Z adults are frequent travelers, having taken three or more leisure trips in the past year, according to the

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With travel back in a dramatic full swing, many travelers are looking for something new to tick off their bucket list, often visiting outdoor destinations over crowded cities. The ability to finally put into motion pre-Covid vacation plans (and the credits that were

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JetBlue just announced a new nonstop service to Amsterdam from New York. This news is on the heels of another JetBlue news that announced direct service from New York to Paris and back. In 2021, JetBlue announced service from the big apple to London

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If there’s any time a person’s true colors are revealed, it’s while traveling. Exploring a new place — while fun and exciting — can also be a catalyst for bad behavior. No matter how stressed (or relaxed) you get, though, there’s no excuse to throw manners and a

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In the 2021 film The Lost Daughter, Leda (Olivia Colman) sits and reads upon a recliner at a beach club in Greece. But then a newly arrived, expansive family disrupts her peace—the children cavort, the adults bicker while cracking beers—and a member of the

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After driving across this country – from Alabama to Ohio, from Georgia to Arizona, and several times through Texas – somehow, I’ve missed out on something huge. I’ve never been to a Buc-ee’s, at least not until this week. Since a brand-spankin’ new one

Sail The Danube While Playing Pickleball – 2 Cruise Lines Offering The Unique Experience

Pickleball has become one of the fastest-growing sports in the country. Chances are you’ve tried it, or at least thought about it since courts and clubs are being served up everywhere. It’s not just popular on land. You can take your racquets to the water and play as

Where Can You Travel Without A Passport? Places To Visit As Passport Backlog Continues

A passport can help you access the nearly 200 countries that make up the world, but even without that international document, United States travelers can still see some exciting parts of the globe. Currently, passport applications are backed up and delayed

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Nashville is a dynamic place, and if you stick to one neighborhood, you’re only getting part of the story. When it comes to navigating Music City’s neighborhoods, think of Nashville as a flower – downtown sits at its center, and each of its adjacent

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Letchworth State Park, also known as the "Grand Canyon of the East," is a beautiful destination that offers breathtaking scenery and an abundance of outdoor activities. Visitors come from far and wide to hike the many trails, take in the views from the park's

5 Things I Learned on my First River Cruise: Just Back From Emerald Luna

Inland European capitals instead of sandy beaches. Always being within a few steps of land, rather than sailing on the wide-open ocean. Smaller, narrow-bodied ships instead of gigantic vessels. Having always sailed on ocean cruises, my knowledge of European

The Bay of Pigs Invasion

On April 17, 1961, US-backed Cuban exiles landed on Cuban shores in an ill-fated plan to overthrow Fidel Castro. Although financed and planned by the United States, the Kennedy administration

WeTravel Launches Future Cash Flow Dashboard Feature

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Goway Travel Names New VP to Lead Marketing & Brand Transformation

Toronto, April 5, 2023: Goway Travel has appointed Mitchell Fawcett as Vice President of Marketing to lead a marketing and brand transformation as the company moves into its 53rd year. The appointment of

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John Wilkes Booth was an angry man. The actor had been a Confederate during the civil war and viewed President Abraham Lincoln as an unconstitutional tyrant. He formulated a plan to kidnap the President and

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International travel is on the rise in 2023, and so are prices. According to recent data from AAA, international travel is up more than 200% so far this year compared to 2022. Additionally, international airfare is up more than 30% compared to last year. Travelers who

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Even a climatologist couldn’t have predicted this year’s record-breaking snowpack. For the western region of the United States, this past winter told a story of extremes—and served as a reminder that global warming isn’t all rising temperatures. This winter

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A major south Florida airport remained closed to all flights on Thursday following record-breaking rainfall and flooding. The Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, which first shut down on Wednesday, said it would remain closed until at least 5 a.m. on

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Electric cars are humming all around; airlines are getting bullish on electric planes. The next mode of transit to make waves? Battery-powered boats. Destinations the world over are clamoring for cleaner forms of energy—so it’s no surprise they’re embracing electrified

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EPCOT has changed. Future World is gone. New neighborhoods are taking shape. And it's hard to envision what's next with construction walls obscuring one of the largest transformations in the Florida park's history. It's a lot for longtime EPCOT fans to take

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You can’t go wrong wherever you go in France, understandably the most visited country in the world. Yet if you’re homing in on the northwest part of this magical land, you might have a tough call to make. Both with millennia of history, extraordinary culture and

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Season two of the award-winning HBO hit series White Lotus brings viewers on a virtual trip to Sicily, Italy’s largest island, where the crystal blue waters of the Mediterranean, intricate, Baroque architecture, and ancient Greco-Roman temples serve as the sultry

10 Affordable Yet Highly Rated Atlanta Hotels Where You Can Enjoy Luxury Without Breaking The Bank

Atlanta, renowned for its history, has played significant roles in the civil war and civil rights movements. The city is a dynamic and progressive destination emphasizing entertainment and leisure. It boasts a plethora of attractive locations to visit, including nearby

Air New Zealand Will Debut New Economy-Class Sleep Pods This Fall

Air New Zealand will debut its new sleep pods for economy-class passengers this fall. The airline’s newest batch of 787-9 Dreamliners, which features its innovative Skynest product, will roll out in September, per the Washington Post. The product — which the airline first

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If you’re planning a Caribbean getaway, why not consider a visit to the One Happy Island of Aruba? That moniker didn’t spring from just anywhere, and you’ll see that for yourself. This friendly, cosmopolitan destination is one of the ABC islands, alongside Curaçao and

Carnival Cruise Ship Rescues 24 People in the Caribbean

A Carnival cruise ship rescued 24 people in the Caribbean this week who were stranded on a small boat. Carnival Spirit was sailing in the Caribbean near the Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico when a small boat with 24 people in distress were spotted. The crew

What Tourists Frequently Get Wrong About Indigenous Cultures Across the United States

Connecting to our country's vibrant and varied Indigenous communities begins with cultivating an understanding of their cultures. While many travelers to the U.S. enjoy observing ceremonial dances, admiring the arts, and learning the history of Native American

Can I Go On A Cruise With A Criminal Record? These Countries Say No

We receive a lot of email from readers at The Points Guy. A couple of weeks ago, a travel agent wrote to say that a cruise line canceled a booking for one of her clients because a member of the travel party had a criminal record. She was shocked to learn the cruise line

Travelers Rave About Experience With Thai Culture On Collette's 'Essence Of Thailand' Tour

Pawtucket, RI (April 6, 2023) – Travelers have been raving about Collette’s “Essence of Thailand” tour. The cultural experiences included in the trip’s itinerary have wowed travelers, 75% of which exclusively rated

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On this day in 1743, Thomas Jefferson was born in Albemarle County, Virginia. From a prominent Virginian family, Thomas received a classical education in history, literature, and languages. His father died when he

Opinion: My Miraculously Pleasant Flight Shows What Air Travel Can Be

This past weekend, I had one of the most unusual experiences of my life: a day of air travel that was easy, sensible, efficient — dare I say pleasant. Passengers and airport staff alike were friendly and polite. The airplane seat offered enough room for both of my legs and both

Delta Air Offers Bullish Outlook On International Travel Demand

Delta Air Lines (DAL.N) on Thursday forecast higher-than-expected profit for the second quarter, citing "record" bookings for summer travel, including strong demand for international trips. Shares of the company rose 4.45% to $35.20 in early trading. The company's

Florida Travel Advisory Issued By State LGBTQ Civil Rights Group

Florida’s largest LGBTQ civil rights group has issued a travel advisory for the state. Equality Florida says the advisory, issued Wednesday, was prompted by “the passage of laws that are hostile to the LGBTQ community, restrict access to reproductive health care, repeal gun

Want a Relaxing Alternative to a California Road Trip? Hop on a Train.

With a coastline over 1,000 miles long north to south, California is an enormous and geographically diverse state, well known for scenic road trips. But consider exploring the state in a different way to remove the stress of potential gridlock in car traffic and gain a novel

This Epic Around-the-world Cruise Will Take Travelers to 51 Countries in 116 Days

Princess Cruises has announced a new 116-day voyage that will literally take you around the world, and then some. The list of 51 destinations that the world cruise will visit includes traveler favorites such as Maui, Sydney, Barcelona, Dubai, Athens, Rome, and many

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From afar, the dancers of Syzokryli look like dolls with floral halos—vinki—around their heads. Up close, their faces tell a different, fiercer story. Today the women of this Ukrainian dance company have come together to perform at a small studio a few blocks from Union

After Fight Involving Over 100 Teens Breaks Out, Kansas City Theme Park Implements Chaperone Policy

A Missouri theme park is implementing a chaperone policy after a fight involving more than 100 teenager broke out during the park's opening weekend. Worlds of Fun in Kansas City opened its doors on April 8 for its 50th anniversary season, but a "fight involving multiple

This Popular Beach Destination In Mexico Will Now Be Busy The Whole Year

Now that international travel has resumed and Americans are back to flocking into the Mexican Caribbean for their sunny breaks, the region is experiencing a major resurgence as a tourist destination — so much so that one of its most popular beaches is now expected to

18 Things To Know Before Going To Ghana

Travelers have plenty to look forward to on their trip to culturally rich Ghana. Ghana’s warm-hearted citizens make the country one of the friendliest spots in West Africa, and with its compelling history, vibrant clothing prints and flavorful dishes, tourists keep coming back for

These Black-Owned Southern Coffee Shops Are Hubs for Inclusivity and Community

Walking into Cxffeeblack Anti-Gentrification Coffee Club (AGCC) in Memphis feels like stepping into another time. Signs on the wall resemble print ads from the 1950s and ’60s, but upon closer inspection, they contain messages such as “Love Black people like you love

10 Affordable Yet Highly Rated New York City Hotels Where You Can Enjoy Luxury Without Breaking The Bank

New York City is a destination that never gets old, whether it's one's first time there or the hundredth. The city's attractions, museums, and nightlife provide something fresh and intriguing to explore every time. Hotels in New York City might be expensive, but guests will be

Relief On Expensive Hotel Rates Emerges - But Don't Expect Any Discounts

Travelers (myself included) grimaced over the last 18 months as hotels and airlines throttled rates higher and higher amid a surging post-coronavirus pandemic demand for vacations. However, travel costs appear to be steadying. Hotel rates are up only 8% from a year ago

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California has long been known as one of the most progressive, tolerant and LGBTQ+-friendly states in the US. Los Angeles was home to the US' first gay rights organisation and coined the term "Pride" to refer to gay advocacy. San Francisco hosted the country's first gay

Austria to Extend Border Controls With Hungary & Slovenia for Another 6 Months

Austria’s Minister of the Interior, Gerhard Karner, has revealed that the government plans on extending internal border controls with Hungary and Slovenia for another half a year. In an interview for Ö1-Morgenjournal, Minister Karner has said that in spite of the costs that

AmaWaterways and Backroads Offer 140 Active River Cruises In 2023 - 2024

AmaWaterways and Backroads continue their eight years of collaborating by announcing a line of up to 140 European river cruise departures featuring Backroads-enhanced biking tours. This experience will take guests to the Dordogne, Garonne, and Gironde Rivers of

Princess Cruises Adds New Wining and Dining Options; Updates Alaska Culinary Program

Princess Cruises is continuing to enhance the dining options on its ships, expanding its themed Alaskan culinary offerings; creating a special wine dinner developed with the well-known California producer Caymus and adding a new seafood restaurant by cruise industry

Swim with Penguins & See the Coast When You Take the Cape Town Train

Every year, millions flock to Cape Town to surf Muizenberg’s famous southeast swell, savor some of the world’s greatest Chenin Blanc, and pay a visit to the penguins at Boulders Beach. The best way to do so is by train—more specifically, commuter rail. To ride from the City

Goway Travel Names New VP to Lead Marketing & Brand Transformation

Toronto, April 5, 2023: Goway Travel has appointed Mitchell Fawcett as Vice President of Marketing to lead a marketing and brand transformation as the company moves into its 53rd year. The appointment of

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At 4:30 a.m. on this day in 1861, the first shots of the Civil War were fired. Confederate troops fired on Fort Sumter in South Carolina's Charleston Harbor for 34 straight hours. On April 13, Union forces surrendered

The Family Travel Issue

Of all the topics we cover at Travel + Leisure, family travel might be the most complex — but it’s also the most rewarding. It looks different for everyone: In this digital issue alone, we have stories from parents traveling by train, plane, car, and foot with kids of all

These Are The Best Times To Fly This Summer

Traveling this summer is going to be huge. The weather is starting to warm, and places like Japan have reopened, giving North Americans more incentive to travel abroad. But sometimes, traveling during certain months or days can be more expensive than others

Delta Bets On Premium Travel As 'Shock Absorber' For Economic Downturn

Delta Air Lines (DAL.N) is doubling down on more profitable premium travel as it looks to shore up its defenses against an economic downturn. Chief Executive Ed Bastian told Reuters the U.S. carrier will have premium seats on every plane it flies starting this summer

A Guide To Wellness Travel In Copenhagen: Hotels & Hot Spots

Welcome to the happiest place on earth. International surveys and reports often rank the capital city of Denmark as one of the most joyful cities to live in. There are a few reasons for this—strong social networks, access to free, quality education, and a robust public

Boeing Aircraft Deliveries Jump As Airlines Await New Jets For Travel Rebound

Boeing delivered 64 planes to customers last month, the most since December. The company resumed handovers of 787 Dreamliners in mid-March after addressing a data analysis flaw. The manufacturer is planning to increase production of its popular narrow-body and

6 Eco-Friendly Hotels for a Green Travel Experience

As the world becomes more environmentally conscious, eco-friendly hotels are popping up in various locations around the globe. These properties are designed to conserve energy and water, and they use sustainable practices to create a greener travel experience for

How Alberghi Diffusi Turn Villages Into Hotels

Switzerland’s Verzasca Valley, in the Italian-speaking canton of Ticino, is renowned for its emerald-green river flowing past miles of winding canyons, lofty peaks and forests as dense as broccoli. Corippo, a tiny 800-year-old hamlet of handcrafted stone homes, rises

Napa Valley With Kids? The Best Family-Friendly Hotels, Restaurants, and Things to Do in Wine Country

I have a confession to make, and I can already hear an audible gasp from my Northern California friends and neighbors: I’m not all that into wine. I absolutely can and do appreciate excellent wine, craft beer, and cocktails (when I do drink, I want it to be good after all), but

The FBI Just Issued a Warning About Using Public Phone Charging Stations — What to Know

The FBI is reminding travelers to beware of free, public charging stations that offer a seemingly convenient solution to a dead phone battery or device. “Avoid using free charging stations in airports, hotels or shopping centers. Bad actors have figured out ways to use

7 Best Wildlife Cruises Around the World

There’s a reason animal lovers flock to the open water—and a wildlife cruise provides the perfect vantage point. Like a safari by sea, wildlife cruises let travelers admire animals in their natural habitats. Sometimes, it’s a top-deck dolphin spotting. Other times, it’s

Disney passes: Magic Keys are back, Disney Cruise Line introducing DisneyBand+

Disney visitors have new options to choose from, whether headed to Disneyland or sailing with Disney Cruise Line. Disneyland Resort in California announced more sales of its annual pass this week, while Disney Cruise Line will bring new technology to its ships to streamline

Hershey's Chocolate World Announces New Experience That Will Immerse Visitors In A Delicious Train Ride

Hershey’s Chocolate World is set to open a new attraction that promises to tempt every sense of its visitors. Hershey’s Great Candy Expedition will debut on May 19 in honor of the facility’s 50th anniversary. The fully immersive, interactive experience is being billed as a

10 Of The Best Things To Do In Kenya: Wildlife, Local Culture And Adventure

Despite having a coastline of beautiful beaches perfect for lazing, Kenya rarely allows visitors to sit still – the country simply has too many exciting things to do. Stirring landscapes ranging from equatorial glaciers and jagged peaks to wildlife-laden plains and tropical reefs

The Stone of Scone is Returned to Scotland

The Stone of Scone, sometimes called the Stone of Destiny, is a 330-pound rock made of sandstone that has for centuries been used in the coronation of Scotish, English, and British monarchs. The Stone of Scone

Chinese Airlines Swamped With Cabin Crew Applicants As Travel Rebounds

Chinese airlines undertaking the biggest hiring drives in more than three years as travel rebounds are facing a deluge of applicants for cabin crew roles as fresh university graduates turn to the relatively high-paying career in a bleak job market. In contrast to Western countries

Here's What a TikTok Ban Could Mean for the Travel Industry

Members of Congress are currently seeking to exert an unprecedented amount of control over internet access that could effectively ban TikTok from American users. There's plenty to fear in terms of consequences—TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew even testified before Congress as

The U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Guide: Experience The Perfect Getaway

The U.S. Virgin Islands is located in the northeastern Caribbean Sea with three main islands to explore: St. Croix, St. John and St. Thomas. There are also 50 small islets and cays. There’s plenty to discover from the stunning beach views to the delicious cuisine and rich history

Milan: 7 Things Travelers Need To Know Before Visiting

Milan prides itself on being the world’s capital of fashion and design and is home to some of the most famous fashion brands in the world. While shopping (or window shopping if you are on a budget) could easily consume an entire trip to Milan, the city has much more to offer

This North Carolina City Is One of the Best Places to Travel in 2023 — and It's Getting a Chic New Hotel This Month

Asheville, North Carolina’s bustling food and craft beer scenes and its blooming tulip fields make it a fantastic spring getaway. And its influx of new hotel talent this year landed the city on Travel + Leisure's top places to go in 2023. Among those new hotels is The Restoration

Embark On A European Summer Holiday With These Curated Tours

Summer is quickly approaching, and with it comes long, sunny days, relaxing evenings by the pool, and much-needed vacation time. If you’re in need of some me-time, nothing is more liberating than booking a trip abroad. May we suggest embarking on one of these

New Trains And New Rail Routes To Experience In Japan

Traveling by train in Japan is one of the wonders of our modern world, whether that’s whizzing through the countryside on the Shinkansen at up to 320 kilometers per hour (200 mph), relaxing on a comfortable regional express train (known as Limited Express trains in Japan) or

A Grande Dame Hotel Is Reborn in Cannes. Here’s a First Look.

A dramatic restoration project—lasting five years and costing an undisclosed sum that’s the talk of La Croisette—has transformed a much-loved grande dame. The Carlton was the first luxury hotel to open in Cannes in 1913, and more than a century later, it stands as a symbol

It Just Got Easier to Hike in National Parks Thanks to These Google Map Updates

Google Maps is making it easier to hike America’s national parks with several new updates to the user experience. The new updates, introduced ahead of National Park Week, include easier ways to navigate trails along with introducing photo pins of the most popular sites

'Tis The Season For Fun In The Water: Here Are The 10 Best Caribbean Resorts With Water Parks

With everything from lazy rivers and splash pads to wave pools and water slides, outdoor water parks are a fun and action-packed way to pass the time on a family vacation. When there’s a water park right at your resort, that’s even better. You can walk right out of your hotel

EU Countries Are Building Fences All Around Their Borders With Third Countries & This Is How They Look

The increasing number of illegal migrants reaching the European Union and Schengen Area Member States has pushed the latter to take different approaches to tackle their activity, including here by putting physical barriers at the borders. An official document presented to the

One of the World's Largest Cruise Ships Returns to Service on Sunday

One of world’s largest cruise ships will return to service on Sunday after a three week scheduled dry dock. Royal Caribbean’s Symphony of the Seas will emerge from a scheduled dry dock later this week and return to service on April 16, 2023. The cruise ship will begin a series

American Cruise Lines Takes Delivery Of Newest Mississippi River Cruise Ship

American Cruise Lines has taken delivery of its newest river cruise ship, American Serenade, from Chesapeake Shipbuilding following successful sea trials. The ship is the sixth in American’s series of modern riverboats, and the 18th small ship built by Chesapeake

Brand New Mississippi Riverboat Passes Sea Trials

GUILFORD, CT—April 6, 2022—The newest riverboat for the Mississippi River passed sea trials this week and is on the way to New Orleans for its inaugural season exploring the country’s most iconic River

Belmond's Royal Scotsman Train Adds Dior Spa and Unique New Itineraries

It’s going to be a big year for partnerships in the luxury space, as well-known consumer brands see their customers’ interest in travel growing rapidly. Royal Scotsman, A Belmond Train, jumped into the trend this week, kicking off its 2023 season with a new partnership

The Titanic's Maiden Voyage

On April 10, 1912 the RMS Titanic set sail on its maiden voyage. The ship departed Southampton, England, bound for New York City, New York, with Captain Edward J. Smith in command and 2,223 people aboard

This Hugely Popular Asian Destination Drops All Travel Restrictions Returning To Normal Tourism

As many countries have opened their borders since the COVID-19 pandemic was declared over, others have stood firm in their strict protocols. Tourism has continued to surge throughout the globe and many places strongly rely on tourism to boost the local economy

Traveling With A Child On The Spectrum Can Be 'Overwhelming': Tips For A Successful Trip

When Nicole Thibault had her first son, she vowed to keep travel as a focus for her family. "We weren't going to let having kids hold us back from traveling," she said. Then traveling started to become "tricky" when her son was about two and a half. "Things he loved on

European Aviation Sector Gearing Up for Easter Travel Disruptions

European aviation is preparing for Easter travel disruptions caused by strikes and flight cancellations in the major test of the sector’s ability to halt another holiday chaos similar to the one noted last summer. Several European countries, including Germany, France

The Newest All-inclusive Resort in Cancun Has One of the Largest Water Parks in the Caribbean, Waterfront Pools, and 12 Restaurants

It took my four-year-old son exactly 30 seconds in our room at the new Royalton Splash Riviera Cancun, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort, to spot the splash park and pools visible from our balcony. As I watched his eyes widen with excitement, I realized I

These U.S. National Parks Are Now Requiring Reservations

The country’s beloved national parks have always been a popular travel destination for nature-loving adventurers. But their popularity soared even more during the pandemic when social distancing in the great outdoors was embraced with a fervor. In order to limit visitor

Passengers Can Now Bring Full-Sized Liquids Through Security at This Airport

The first major airport in the U.K. has officially nixed its rule limiting travel-sized liquids in carry-on bags. At London City Airport, travelers can now bring full-sized liquids through the security checkpoint up to two liters (about 67 ounces)—and they no longer need to

Disney Cruise Line Reveals 2024 Florida Plans, New Private Island

Disney Cruise Line has announced its sailing plans from Port Canaveral, Florida, and elsewhere for most of 2024 and the debut of its new private island in the Bahamas. Disney will begin sailing in June 2024 to its new private island, Eleuthera at Lighthouse Point in the

April’s Lyrid Meteor Shower Could Bring Up To 20 Meteors An Hour — The Best Night To See Them

Although the Lyrid meteor shower isn’t known for a high number of meteors, it is a favorite for stargazers because its meteors are fast and bright. What’s more, some of them even leave a glowing dust trail behind. If the sky is clear and dark, you can expect to see 15–20

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San José is a busy and confusing city, and many travelers depart before they really get a feel for the place. After all, Costa Rica is famous for beaches, cloud forests and sloths, not gridlock traffic and concrete towers. Most visitors think of the Costa Rican capital as

Why This North Carolina Bar Joined the Fight Against Banned Books

Michelle Vanderwalker’s go-to activity when feeling down or frustrated—and in need of a pick-me-up—has always been reading books. “Books have really changed my life multiple times,” she says, “both fiction and non-fiction. One of my favorite things is just wandering [a

10 Affordable Yet Highly Rated Caribbean Resorts Where You Can Enjoy Luxury Without Breaking The Bank

When considering a tropical getaway, the Caribbean is usually number high on the list of trip destinations. Destinations around the Caribbean Sea have the region’s warmth, and enjoy azure, lapping waves on white, sandy beaches. With so much beauty in one area

Celestyal Expanding With New Tour Arm, Second Ship

Greece-based Celestyal Cruises is set to launch a new vacation brand, Celestyal Vacations, and confirmed it is looking for a ship to replace Celestyal Olympia. Celestyal Holidays has already launched in the U.K., and will launch as Celestyal Vacations in the U.S. in the

The London Street That Represents The World

In Blackstock Road you can travel and taste the world, from Africa to the Middle East and Asia, before finally landing in Europe. The choice is infinite, global and unpretentious. It's hardly scenic nor is it ritzy, but dig a little deeper behind the facades of this bustling

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The World Health Organization (WHO) was established by the United Nations to act as an international coordinating authority on April 7, 1948. Headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, WHO succeeded the role of

Virgin Atlantic Exec Says Premium Travel Is Booming

Now more than ever before, people are jumping at the opportunity to travel and make up for lost time lost during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, there's also no ceiling for how much they're willing to spend to make sure they're getting the most luxurious

Women Who Travel Podcast: The Weird and Wonderful World of Road Tripping With Kristen Meinzer

With summer only a few months away, now is the time to start planning that road trip—especially if you're based in the U.S., where one of the best ways to see the country is by car (there are so many iconic American road trip movies for a reason). Enter, our guest this

A Weekend With a Memphis Drag Queen as Tennessee Tries to Restrict Her Art

Keleigh Klarke is wearing royal blue. It’s a snug, fishtailed, floor-length gown with cascading layers of electric-blue ruffles at Klarke’s shoulders, with just enough of a train and sequins to serve some drama. But that’s not what seems to draw some of the crowd to stand

A Plus-Size Tiktoker Faced A Wave Of Abuse After Her Travel Tips For Larger People Went Viral

Jae'lynn Chaney shares advice for plus-sized travelers to over 127,000 followers on TikTok. Chaney received a wave of abuse about her personal appearance after her travel tips went viral. She told Insider the negativity has motivated her to provide further advocacy for

Sip Your Way Along Türkiye’s Oldest Wine Route

I consider travel and wine to be the perfect pairing. The combination hits all the right notes to satiate both my palate and my curiosity of the world. In 2021, a dream trip through France’s Loire Valley and Burgundy deepened my interest in digging my hands into the soil

This Popular National Park's Campsite Now Requires Summer Reservations — What to Know

Summer camping experiences in the popular Olympic National Park, outside of Seattle, Washington, will now require reservations, due to increased popularity. Campers planning a visit to the Staircase Campground during July 5 through August 31 will need to reserve a

Holland America Line Is Offering Up To 45% Off Cruise Fares

For Holland America Line's 150th birthday this month, the cruise line is giving guests a gift. The line is offering up to 45% off fares on select sailings, reduced deposits and onboard credit through May as part of an anniversary sale, Holland America said Wednesday

7 Best Things To Do In San José, Costa Rica

San José is a busy and confusing city, and many travelers depart before they really get a feel for the place. After all, Costa Rica is famous for beaches, cloud forests and sloths, not gridlock traffic and concrete towers. Most visitors think of the Costa Rican capital as

These LGBTQ+ Group Trips Might Help You Find Community While Traveling

Traveling makes me nervous. There, I said it. Every traveler is concerned about safety, but as a Black gay guy from Texas, the idea of traveling scared the hell out of me. I didn’t travel growing up. My parents are working class, a secretary and a limo driver, and they had

Southern Hospitality: 10 Best Hotels And Resorts In Mississippi To Book This Spring

Mississippi, nicknamed The Magnolia State, has played a crucial role in shaping America’s history. And today, many know it for its thriving music scene, flourishing catfish farming industry, southern charm, and beautiful towns worth visiting. Also, being one of the

A Cobra Appeared Mid-Flight. The Pilot’s Quick Thinking Saved Lives.

A South African pilot is being hailed as a hero this week after he unexpectedly came face-to-face with a venomous snake 11,000 feet in the air. The pilot, Rudolf Erasmus, 30, laughed about the incident in an interview on Friday, but he and his four passengers, all

Sifnos, A Beautiful Hidden Gem In Greece You Should Know About

With stunning beaches, rich history and delicious cuisine, it’s no surprise that Greece is so popular among travelers. From exploring ancient ruins to soaking up the Mediterranean sun, Greece has something for everyone. Athens has a fascinating blend of ancient and

The First Modern Olympics

The Games of the I Olympiad were held from April 6 to April 15, 1896 in Athens, Greece, the first Olympic Games in modern times. The first Olympics, or "I Olympiad" also established the International Olympic

Analysis: Easter Travel Warnings Pile Pressure On European Airlines

European aviation is gearing up for Easter travel disruptions marked by strikes and cancellations, in a major test of the industry's ability to prevent a repeat of last year's summer holiday season chaos. Strikes have rolled through France, Portugal, Britain and Germany in recent

81-Year-Old Best Friends From Texas Travel Around The World In 80 Days, Inspiring Followers

Two ladies in their 80s who just finished traveling around the world in 80 days have become social media famous in the process. Ellie Hamby and Sandy Hazelip began their adventure on Jan. 11, flying from Dallas to Ushuaia, Argentina, the launchpad to Antarctica. Hamby and

Where To Travel In May

May is the month that signals the start of summer in Europe’s coastal resorts. Temperatures in Mediterranean, Aegean and Ionian waters start to rise, many of the region’s lidos and beach clubs open, and Ibiza's superclub season gets underway with big launch parties. There are

Here's Why Travel To Europe Is No Longer A 'Screaming, Bargain-Basement' Deal

The euro-U.S. dollar exchange rate hit parity last year for the first time since 2002. That means they had a 1:1 ratio. The dollar has lost about 14% of its value against the euro since its peak in September. Now, it costs about $1.10 to buy one euro. That means it’s pricier for

A Surge in Air Travel Has Regulators Worried About More Delays

In case you haven't noticed, airports are busy, maybe too busy. The Airports Council International released its rankings of 2022's busiest airports Wednesday, and while the world is returning to air travel normalcy, staff shortages have the Federal Aviation Administration asking

Traveling to Japan? No Need for a Visa and (Soon) No COVID Travel Restrictions Either

Travel to Japan will soon be less of a hassle, with the country planning to do away with the remainder of its COVID-19 border measures. As of May 8, 2023, visitors to Japan will no longer be required to provide proof of vaccination or have a negative COVID-19 test upon arrival

Miami: 7 Things Travelers Need To Know Before Visiting

Miami is one of those cities that offers something special for every type of traveler. This culturally diverse, sunny, and lively city is truly a unique American gem. Brimming with attractive architecture, gorgeous beaches, and thriving arts and culture scene, Miami should be on

Malibu Barbie Cafe Pop-Ups Coming To New York And Chicago This Spring

With a live-action Barbie movie on the way, two new pop-up restaurants will give fans a chance to step into the doll's world – at least for a meal. The Malibu Barbie Cafe, inspired by Mattel's iconic toy of the same name, will launch in New York and Chicago later this spring, taking

5 Of The Best Neighborhoods In Budapest: Explore The Districts One By One

From the stately monuments of Castle Hill to a revitalized industrial quarter on the banks of the Danube, each of Budapest’s neighborhoods has a distinct personality that gradually changes as you cross from one kerület (district) into another. Similar to the arrondissements in Paris

Hit The Pavement! Here Are Some Popular Cities For Marathon Runners

There’s a sense of accomplishment that comes with completing any athletic event. However, a marathon, especially in a popular marathon city is in its own league. For some, running is a casual hobby, while others take it as serious business. Training to finish those miles demands

No Heat Necessary: These Are The 10 Easiest Volcano Hikes You Can Take

Some travelers enjoy visiting sparkling oceans, some dense rainforests, and some majestic volcanoes. There are plenty of unique volcanoes worth visiting all around the world, from Mount Bromo in Indonesia to Mount Etna in Sicily. Some visitors take guided tours of volcanoes and

There's A New Home Port For Cruises To The Caribbean — And It's Sort Of Amazing

Big news, New Englanders: You can now cruise to the Caribbean without ever getting on an airplane. Holland America this week announced it will add a sailing from Boston to the Caribbean and back to its schedule for 2024. The 21-night voyage is a first of its kind at the storied

Best Disney Cruises in 2024 (Through September)

Disney Cruise Line has recently released more cruises for 2024. So far we have the details for cruises through September of next year, and we have sorted through all of them to find the best cruises offered. As Disney releases the schedules and bookings for more cruises for the

Experience The Emerald Isle On A Budget: 10 Affordable Hotels In Ireland To Book This Spring

Ireland, also known as "The Emerald Isle," with its beautiful pastures and rolling hills, is currently one of the most popular Spring Break destinations. Beautiful weather and fewer people than in summer make this a popular season for vacationers to see the country. The country

The First Presidential Veto

The word "veto" is Latin for "I forbid". The US Constitution provides that the President, as the head of the executive branch of government may veto a bill passed by the Congress. The first exercise of a the

This Airline Is Offering Ticket Upgrades For Only $1.00

Breeze Airways is a low-cost carrier that has continued to expand rapidly across the United States as they have become more popular. They take pride in their straightforward booking system. Travelers love the flexible flight options, unlike some other budget airlines

This Might Be the Most Popular Summer Travel Destination, According to Google Searches

If you're trying to book the most popular travel destination for your summer getaway, Google is here to help. The search engine used its Google Flights data to see where travelers are hoping to go this summer. The top query for summer 2023 — specifically, June through

U.S. Issues Spring Break Travel Warning For Mexico After Kidnappings, Violent Crimes

The U.S. State Department is sending out a Spring Break travel alert for Mexico following a string of kidnappings and violent crimes. Not everyone is heeding the warnings. Sahaja Lego is planning a tour in Colima. That's one of six Mexico states the U.S. government has on a

Half Of The World's 10 Busiest Airports For 2022 Are In The United States

Five of the world’s busiest airports for passengers in 2022 were in the United States, according to preliminary global air traffic figures. Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport was still the world’s busiest airport for passenger volume in 2022, holding the top spot it

All The Reasons You Should Travel To Catania, Sicily

Catania, Sicily, is a beautiful city on the eastern coast of Italy. There are many great things about Catania that make it a popular destination for tourists and a wonderful place to live. Catania is steeping with a rich history and culture that dates back to ancient times

8 Things Therapists Do When They're Stressed While Traveling

Whether you are hitting the road or getting on a plane, traveling can be a recipe for anxiety. Oftentimes, the journey to your final destination may involve unexpected changes that can take a toll on your mental health, like delayed flights, road closures and lost

The 2023 Stay List

Every day at AFAR, we think deeply about what makes a hotel experience truly extraordinary. The hotels we love don’t just wow us with their outstanding locations, design, and service. They’re continually looking to reduce their carbon footprint, benefit communities in

What It's Like to Fly in the Top Deck of a Rare Boeing 747 ‘Queen of the Skies’

One of the rarest planes in the sky today—and most beloved by frequent fliers—is the Boeing 747. With its double-decker layout and glamorous Jet Age lore, the 747 is a legendary aircraft lovingly nicknamed the “Queen of the Skies.” Since it debuted in 1969, it has helped

Be A More Sustainable Hawaii Tourist. Stay At Kauai's First Zero-Waste Hotel.

Kauai is rightfully called the Garden Isle. It is home to Mount Waialeale, often called the "wettest place on earth" and the genesis for the island's seven rivers. This network of rivers feeds Kauai's incredibly green landscape and countless cascading waterfalls between the

From Food To Film, 10Best Reveals Best Festivals In US

Millions of people attend at least one festival in the U.S. per year – and those numbers are on the rise. With so many events to choose from (and ticket prices in the hundreds, if not thousands of dollars for some festivals), it can be hard to decide where to spend your time

5 Spectacular Road Trips In Spain

Aroad trip around Spain is an excellent way to explore the country’s unique natural and cultural heritage as well as savor its delectable cuisine at every pit stop. On the road, you’ll be awestruck by medieval castles and ancient cities, charming seaside towns, towering

Do These Things IMMEDIATELY When You’ve Been Pickpocketed Abroad

Once, upon arriving at my hotel in Paris, I went into my carry-on bag to fetch my wallet to provide a credit card at the front desk and found it missing. Retracing my steps, I could piece together that it had been lifted from my carry-on in a pile-up on the escalator at Gare

Santorini's Top Beachfront Resorts & Villas: Where To Stay For Easy Beach Access

Santorini sits in the azure Aegean Sea, making it one of the top spots for European visitors to check out in the Mediterranean region. Its small villages, unique architectural style, and alluring turquoise coastlines can make even the most unromantic individual fall in love. There

Paris Votes To Ban Rental E-Scooters

Sacré bleu! Paris residents have overwhelmingly voted to ban the use of rental electric scooters within France's capital city. More than 100,000 votes were cast in the referendum, with 89% voting in favor of banning the popular e-scooters, which can travel up to 17 mph

India's 10,000 Forgotten Mansions

Evening had fallen by the time I alighted from my train in Karaikudi, a town in the Chettinad region in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu, and there was a light drizzle. As my taxi made its way through the damp streets into the sleepy surrounding hamlets, I noticed

Cruise Passenger Dies After Falling Over Balcony Onto Lower Deck, Spokesperson Says

A passenger aboard a Virgin Voyages cruise ship died after falling over their balcony shortly after departure, a spokesperson said. The ship, Valiant Lady, had left Miami on Sunday for Roatan, Honduras, when the incident occurred. "On Sunday, shortly after departure there

Unique Luxury Cruises to Book This Summer

Selecting a single destination for your summer vacation can feel limiting, which is one of the reasons cruise experiences are so popular. But if you’re put off by crowds, loud children and massive, mall-like ships, never fear: There are several world cruise lines that evoke the

Collette Promotes Willie Montano to Vice President of Global Marketing

Pawtucket, RI (April 3, 2023) – Jaclyn Leibl-Cote, Collette’s president and chief customer experience officer announced the promotion of Willie Montano this week to the role of vice president of global marketing for the

The Flag Act of 1818

The original flag of the United States had 13 stars and 13 stripes in honor of the 13 original colonies. In 1795, the flag had two additional stars and stripes. By 1818, there were 20 states, but still only 15 stars. On April 4

Air Travel Made Better: 20 Rules Of Airplane Etiquette No One Ever Tells You (But Should)

With spring travel season here and summer right behind it, there are some very smart ways to make air travel a little more pleasant for everybody involved. It means following some basic rules of good etiquette — etiquette that a lot of people, judging by dramatic experiences

Travel Warnings Are Currently in Effect for These Countries

Over the past couple of months, Mexico has gotten a lot of attention over its recent travel advisories issued by the US State Department, which mainly advises American travelers to exercise increased caution when traveling to the Latin American country. While this has sparked

Berlin: 7 Things Travelers Need To Know Before Visiting

Berlin is a fantastic destination for anyone looking to immerse themselves in both a storied history and an energetic modern culture. The city has been a stage for numerous significant events throughout time, and while its history is respected, it does not define modern Berlin

Drivers In England Told To Expect Severe Travel Delays Over Weekend

Drivers planning to travel over the Easter bank holiday weekend are being warned to expect severe delays. Up to 17 million leisure trips are predicted to be made over the weekend according to the RAC and transport analytics company Inrix. Major roads in south-west England

What It's Like to Visit Greece as a Solo Black Traveler

As an African American traveler, I didn’t know what to expect when traveling throughout Greece for the first time. I’ve wanted to visit Greece since I was a kid, back when I first learned of Greek mythology and the Olympic Games in grade school. By the time I arrived in

What Is A Cabin Steward On A Cruise?

One of the best parts of a cruise is that you don't have to worry about dusting, vacuuming, scrubbing or otherwise lifting a finger to clean during your vacation. That's due, in large part, to your room steward (also known as a cabin steward or cabin attendant). These cruise line

Relaxation And Rejuvenation: 10 Best Spa Resorts In China You Should Book

China is a unique destination with a fascinating history of invention, architectural marvels like the Forbidden City or the Great Wall of China, and a tremendous variety of delicious local foods. Undoubtedly, these features make China an incredible holiday spot, but travelers whose

The 12 Best National Parks In Kenya

National parks and Kenya go hand in hand. It’s home to a whopping 23 of them, as well as four marine national parks. From the unforgettable scene of thousands of wildebeest crossing the Mara River during their migration to the sight of steaming geysers at Hell’s

The Dangerously Delicious Cornbread And Moonshine Festival Takes Place Next Month — Where You Can Experience It

Tennessee’s “Mayberry Town” is getting set to host its annual Cornbread and Moonshine Festival. This outdoor event in Granville takes you back in time to experience the small, riverboat farming community with activities for the whole family. “It’s a good step back in time

'A Love Letter To The World Of Curries'

Since reporting this story, Raghavan Iyer had sadly passed away. This was one of the last interviews he did, and we publish this story and his recipe for Sri Lankan prawn curry as a celebration of his life and legacy as the iconic Indian-born American chef and author who taught

Princess Cruises Announces Partnership With Caymus Vineyards

Wine enthusiasts, this one is for you! Today, Princess Cruises’ shared their latest partnership with Caymus Vineyards to offer an exclusive Caymus Vineyards Winemaker Dinner available on Princess ships sailing North America itineraries at the end of this month and across the

Top 5 Street Foods to Try in Mexico (Besides Tacos)

From early morning breakfast-on-the-run to late-night bites overflowing with toppings, the world of Mexican cuisine is truly dizzying. Known as antojitos, its street foods are usually fast, savory, handheld bites or meals that can be taken on the go. Many of the dishes are cooked at

The First Pony Express Run

On this day in 1860, a series of Pony Express messengers rode their mounts from Saint Joseph, Missouri to Sacramento, California. Reducing the time for mail delivery between the coasts to approximately 10 days

Travel For All: 7 Autism-Friendly Vacation Destinations

At TPG, we feel strongly that travel should not only be accessible to all but enjoyable for all. In honor of World Autism Awareness Day (held annually on April 2), we're highlighting cities and tourist attractions around the world that are doing just that — making their

Five Countries That Are Safer For Women

After a long pandemic pause on travel, people aren't waiting around for a partner to get packing. The interest in solo travel continues to rise worldwide, especially among women. Research by Norwegian Cruise Line has found that one in three travellers prefers to travel

This Is How Rick Steves Finds His Favorite Restaurants in Europe

Rick Steves is committed to eating like a local. He doesn't want "best of" and "top 10" lists, he wants to hear the local language as he digs into fresh food, rather than eating at restaurants that sacrifice quality to cater to tourists. Steves is the TV host, guidebook author

Cancun Is Still The Top Destination For American Travelers Despite Travel Advisories

Recent reports of violent crime in parts of Mexico may have caused a media furor in the U.S., but contrary to popular belief and what the latest travel advisories would have you believe, the country’s major urban centers and resort strips are still perfectly safe to visit

Top 7 Hotels In Denver, Colorado In 2023

Denver, Colorado is a beautiful city located near the equally gorgeous Rocky Mountains. It’s a fantastic place to visit for a wide variety of reasons. If you’re looking to plan a trip to the city in the upcoming year, here are seven hotels that previous guests have loved

These Two Cruise Lines Just Discounted Rates For Solo Travelers — What You Need To Know

A pair of sister cruise lines are looking to attract solo travelers by offering a special deal on select trips. Emerald Cruises and Scenic Cruises have launched a solo traveler promotion that cuts prices on dozens of river and ocean yacht sailings by as much as 25 percent

The New Raffles Udaipur in Rajasthan Is Fit for Royalty

Udaipur is known for its serene lakes, royal palaces, ancient forts, and complex cuisine. The Raffles Udaipur shows off many of the historic kingdom’s best assets: It is an opulent getaway with a true sense of place where guests can unwind in a setting with 360

The Art of the Window Seat Exit Strategy

To pee or not to pee? When you’re buried two strangers deep in the window seat and your bladder is brimming, you technically don’t have much of a choice. Those who book seats labeled A or F essentially surrender their freedom of movement to fellow travelers in the

'We Wanted To Be Recognized For Our Music': New Exhibit Highlights Women In Old-Time Music

When musician Amythyst Kiah gets asked how she came to learn bluegrass music, she isn't offended by the possible assumption that women of color don't play the banjo. Instead, she uses the question as an opportunity. "I don't think you need to have a birthright to

Complaints About U.S. Airlines Have Quadrupled In Recent Years

Airline passengers became so frustrated with their bags getting lost and flights being canceled last year, that they sent a near-record amount of gripes to the federal government. The number of complaints passengers sent to the U.S. Department of Transportation

13 Top Things To Do In Montpellier

Montpellier – nicknamed the surdouée, the wonder child – is a city that buzzes with life and Mediterranean light. In its medieval glory days, it was a cosmopolitan center of trade and learning with influences from the Arab, Jewish and Christian worlds. But it slipped off

Hot Take Alert: My Family Can’t Stand All Inclusives

At first glance, free food, booze, childcare, pool access, and entertainment on a beachfront paradise sounds like the most amazing vacation. Sign me up! But upon closer inspection, things aren’t as glamorous as they seem. Food is mediocre, drinks are watered down

Fancy & Delicious: 10 Best Fine Dining Restaurants You Can Find In Scottsdale

Scottsdale, Arizona, has set itself apart as a luxury destination for travelers who expect to experience the best of the best. The city’s breathtaking desert landscape and sunny weather make it a travel destination that can be visited at any time of the year. There is no

2 Adults Only Cruise Lines Named Best for Small and Large Ships

Two adults only cruise lines, Viking and Virgin Voyages, were named best for small and large cruise ships in the 11th annual Cruise Critic Cruisers’ Choice Awards. Viking was named best in the following six categories for small cruise ships

Windstar Cruises Adds The Abu Dhabi Grand Prix As An Exclusive Excursion

Windstar Cruises is bringing guests a new Formula 1 excursion in the form of the 2023 season’s final race at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix in November. This latest excursion is in addition to the cruise line’s long-standing F1 package, Rome & Prix du Monde of Monaco, which

Meet The Black Woman Behind The New Wellness Space In New Orleans

Freedom Apothecary is a new Black woman-owned wellness space in New Orleans that aims to revolutionize the wellness industry in the city. Focusing on women-founded skincare and well-being, Freedom Apothecary offers tinctures, beauty products, literature and

The Eiffel Tower Is Inaugurated

Along with the Sphinx and the Great Pyramid, there is no other man-made structure as recognizable as the Eiffel Tower, inaugurated on March 31, 1889. Owned by the city of Paris, the tower was built for the Universal

LGBTQ+ Travel Gains New Recognition After Long Challenging Evolution

Despite the LGBTQ+ community's growing clout in the travel industry, many travelers in the rapidly growing segment still face enormous challenges. Here's a look at how Skift has covered the progress LGBTQ+ travelers have seen as well as the setbacks the group has

No Free Parking Or Hot Tub Ragers: Tourist Destinations Tighten Their Rules

Americans embarking on spring break trips and summer vacations this year face a bevy of new fees, rules and restrictions in some popular destinations that are rethinking how many visitors to welcome and what types of behavior to accept. As the post-pandemic travel rebound

Americans No Longer Need Travel Authorization To Visit This Popular Asian Destination

Traveling to South Korea just got a little easier for tourists from a select list of countries, including the United States. Like most countries, South Korea was hit hard by the pandemic. With its eyes set on the future, the trendy Asian destination wants to boost its tourism numbers

Meet The Most Beautiful Mosques In Latin America

People of the Islamic faith are a small religious group in Latin America, accounting for only 0.1 percent of the population. However, the region still offers beautiful mosques and Islamic centers as spaces for worship. In addition to serving as sacred houses of worship, the

I Paid $560 For A 7-Day Eurail Pass To Country Hop By Train In Europe. I Took 8 Rides Between 6 Cities And It Was So Much Better Than Flying.

I recently spent two weeks traveling by train through four European countries with a Eurail pass. I thought it was so much better than flying to each place. Eurail passes grant travelers unlimited access to most European trains for a set number of days. Some trains only require a

5 Amazing Lake Tahoe Hotels for Every Season

Crystal blue water abuts the soft sand that leads to green forests in the warmer months. Peak after snow-capped mountain peak pierces bluebird skies in winter. A year-round destination, Tahoe—which refers to both a lake and a region—offers a range of hotels that cater to all

TSA Says Peanut Butter Is a Liquid — and Confusion on Twitter Ensues

A packing reminder from the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) may be driving the internet ‘nuts.’ After the official Twitter account for the TSA recently shared a tip that they consider peanut butter to be a liquid — and must be in a container that is 3.4oz or less

Come Aboard The Seabourn Venture, A 2023 10Best Readers' Choice Award Pick

Seabourn Cruise Line is no stranger to USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Awards, having won this designation in a wide variety of categories over the years. This year, Seabourn ranked among the 10 best in Best Adventure Cruise Line, Best Boutique Cruise Line, Best

This European Airport Is Cutting International Flights To Fight Climate Change — Here’s What You Need To Know

One of Europe’s busiest airports is planning to reduce the number of flights it handles in an effort to combat carbon emissions. Airline officials are happy about the move and are planning to sue to stop the action. Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport will reduce its number of

Traveling Monument Seeks To Teach Hidden Story Of Kitihawa Dusable

This Women's History Month, we're highlighting a hidden figure in Chicago's story; a woman you might have never heard of, because she's not often talked about. Her name was Kitihawa DuSable. She was the wife of explorer Jean Baptiste Point DuSable, and in some's eyes, a

Crossing The Canadian Rockies By Train: Here's What I Saw On My Week-Long Adventure

The Canadian Rockies form a vast and pristine wilderness straddling the provinces of British Columbia and Alberta. This region covers an area of 180,000 sq km (69,500 sq miles), contains seven national parks and provides some of the most dramatic scenery on earth. The value of a visit here lies, in part, in its remoteness. So to get there, I hopped a train in Vancouver for Unesco World Heritage site Jasper

The 21 Best Small Towns in England

England is full of delightful small towns full of charm and history. Whether you’re looking for a weekend getaway or something more permanent, we’ve got 21 small towns in England that will take your breath away. There’s something for everyone, from quaint cobbled

Budget-Friendly Accommodations: 10 Affordable China Hotels That Offer A Quality Stay

China is a vast country with incredible destinations to discover, from bustling cities like Beijing and Shanghai to the natural beauty of the mountains. It might surprise budget travelers to know they can find affordable China hotels for under $100 per night in a variety of

Disney Cruise Line Celebrates Keel Laying of Disney Treasure

Disney Cruise Line reached a major milestone for its next ship Disney Treasure this week when the keel was laid during a ceremony at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Germany. The celebration included a coin ceremony, where a newly-minted coin was placed under the keel as a

Spring Travel Squeezing Airports, Airlines As Summer Surge Looms

Anand Srinivasan was just about to check his baggage for a family spring break trip to Rhode Island, when he discovered the flight had been canceled. “All of a sudden it became pure pandemonium in the airport” on that Saturday morning at Hartsfield-Jackson International, said

How Oregon Is Leading the Way in Regenerative, Sustainable Travel

Looking out over the rolling green hills dotted with lush Douglas fir and vineyards, I swirl my glass, take in the aromas, and sip. Immediate clarity, vibrant minerality, and a smooth, round finish blanket my palate. But it’s not the Willamette Valley’s best Chardonnay I’m tasting. It’s

The 11 Best Greek Islands to Visit in Your Lifetime, According to Travel Experts

White-washed towns spilling down into luminous blue waters: It’s no doubt the Greek islands are a picture-perfect dream. While you might come for the beaches and beauty, you’ll likely stay for its incredible food and friendly welcome. “Greece is really known for its simplicity and

American Shot At Mexico Tourist Hotspot Amid Spring Break Travel Fears

A U.S. tourist was reportedly shot while vacationing at a popular Mexico spring break area, where the State Department has been warning Americans to "exercise increased caution due to crime and kidnapping." The tourist, who has not been publicly identified, was shot in the leg

This Hawaiian Event Is the Olympics of Hula

Hula is celebrated for its cultural significance and captivating beauty. But in addition to being an important cultural practice as well as a source of storytelling, education, and entertainment, it’s also an activity that requires a great deal of athleticism. And in the spring of each

Portugal vs Spain: Which To Choose?

With endless coastline, millennia of history, enticing culture and some of the best food you’ll ever taste, Iberia has lured travelers for as long as humans have been on the move. But how do you even begin envisioning a trip when there are several lifetimes of things to see in this

From Exotic Getaways To Urban Escapes: 10 Top-Rated Hotels In The World To Book This Spring

What better way to refresh and revive than on an excellent vacation during the rebirth season, spring? Whether looking for a quiet retreat in the countryside or an exciting city break, the best hotels in the world have something to offer every need. There are many options, from

The Four Seasons Resorts In Thailand That Might Star In 'The White Lotus' Season 3

Cue up the iconic theme song, because “The White Lotus” is reportedly heading to Thailand for its third season — and we have four leading candidates for the host hotel. The show — which is expected to explore themes of death and Eastern religion and spirituality — is set to

MSC Cruises Opens Bookings For MSC World America

MSC Cruises has opened bookings for its upcoming mega ship MSC World America, which will be homeporting at the cruise line’s brand-new, currently-under-construction terminal at PortMiami. The vessel will be the second in MSC’s World-class when she launches in April 2025

New Bill Would Create National No-Fly List For Passengers Who Get Violent On Airplanes

Members of Congress reintroduced legislation that would create a national no-fly list for passengers who participate in in-flight violence. Sen. Jack Reed, D-R.I., along with Reps. Eric Swalwell, D-Calif., and Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., said in a news conference Wednesday that the

What Is a Passport Card—and Can It Replace a Passport?

If you’ve ever applied for a new passport (or have filled out the paperwork to renew an existing passport), you may have noticed that there’s also an option to purchase a passport card. While both are valid forms of identification for U.S. citizens and noncitizen nationals that help

Baltic Cruises "More Than Just St. Petersburg"

The Baltic region has seen a sharp decline in the number of port calls as a result of US cruise lines pulling itineraries due to the conflict in Ukraine, but port officials were reminding industry figures assembled at a cocktail reception at the Seatrade Cruise Global Convention in Fort

Seward's Folly

On this day in 1867, the U.S. Senate purchased the territory of Alaska from the Russian Empire for the sum of 2 cents per acre, or $7.2 million (approximately $110 million in 2009 dollars). Russia knew the territory as

Avanti Launches Expanded, Flexible Italian Villa Experience Program; 20 Villas in Seven Regions with Minimum Stay of Three Nights

Portland, Oregon, March 28, 2023 – Wholesale FIT tour operator Avanti Destinations has launched an expanded Italian villa program for independent travelers with the flexibility of combining several short stays in

The Association For The Promotion Of Tourism To Africa Extends Early Registration Date For Global Forum In Cape Town

Miami, FL (March 29, 2023) The Association for the Promotion of Tourism to Africa (APTA), the largest and longest operating travel trade organization for African specialists in North America, is extending the early

Surveying Begins on Cumberland Road

On March 29, 1803 Congress authorized the construction of Cumberland Road (known today as National Road) from what is present-day Wheeling, West Virginia to Cumberland, Maryland. Cumberland Road became one of

10 Expert-Approved Tips For A Successful Solo Female Travel Adventure

It doesn’t matter if you consider yourself to be an introvert or an extrovert, nothing compares to traveling solo for the first (or ninth!) time. There’s just something about making your own itinerary without having to answer to anyone else’s timeline or taste. Being on the road alone

Top 7 Culinary Destinations Around The World For Foodie Travelers

Do you love trying local foods and discovering new cuisines when you travel? Check out these amazing foodie travel destinations for 2023! Culinary travel is a growing trend, according to a recent report from American Express. Based on their research, 81% of travelers look

Atlanta Travel Guide: Experience The South's Black Mecca

Known as the “Black Mecca,” Atlanta is an amazing city full of Black excellence. Atlanta is the perfect destination for those fascinated with the rich history, cuisine and culture of Black America. As the cradle of the Civil Rights Movement, travelers are exposed to iconic sites, such as

The Best 7 Hikes To Do In The French Pyrenees

Whether you want to blissfully ramble and discover the perfect picnic meadow, or conquer majestic peaks that soar on the edge of reality, the Pyrenees won’t just satisfy your yearnings, it will inspire you to seek out more. From formidable rows of summits that surge through the

14 Things to Avoid in Chicago

As a hub for architecture, professional sports, nightlife, and culture in the Midwest—if Chicago is not on your radar already, it should be. Lake Michigan’s ribbon of blue hugs the far eastern edge of Chicago, the third largest city after New York City and Los Angeles. Diverse

Futuristic Cruise Ship Prototype Is Unlike Anything We've Ever Seen

This week at Seatrade Cruise Global in Ft. Lauderdale, the Meyer Werft shipyard had an interesting cruise ship prototype on display that had everything from wind generators to drone launching/landing pads. Two years ago, Cruise Fever reported on a few other cruise ship

Get Global Entry Faster, Thanks to This Hack

After a long day of travel, possibly spent navigating multiple layovers or crammed into a middle seat, the last thing you want to do is wait hours in a painfully long customs line. That’s where Global Entry comes in handy. Those with Global Entry can access a separate line where

This Popular U.K. City Will Charge a Visitor Fee Starting Saturday – What to Know

The city of Manchester in the United Kingdom will start charging a small fee for visitors starting Saturday. Earlier this month, the newly formed Accommodation Business Improvement District (BID) in Manchester voted to approve a new £1, or $1.23, fee per room per night for

Delta Passenger Deploys Emergency Exit Slide At Lax, Getting Arrested And Delaying Flight

The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating an incident during which a passenger allegedly deployed an emergency exit slide and jumped down to the tarmac at Los Angeles International Airport on Saturday. "A passenger on Delta Air Lines Flight 1714 opened a door of a

This California Resort Just Extended Its Ski Season Into Summer — Here’s How Long You Can Ski

The area around Yosemite National Park has received a historic amount of snow this year. Indeed, the park just reopened after the National Park Service (NPS) had closed it because up to 15 feet of snow recently fell in some places in the area. Now, thanks to all that snow

Indulge In Relaxation: 10 Luxury Spa Resorts In Nassau, Bahamas

The capital city of the Bahamas, Nassau, overflows with both Bahamian and British flavors. It boasts miles of dazzling beaches, hotels, restaurants, historical sites, stretches of coral reefs, and tourist attractions ideal for beach lovers and snorkelers. Travelers have the chance

EU Council Agrees Negotiating Mandate on Digitalisation of Schengen Visa Procedure

The European Union Council has agreed to negotiate a proposal to digitalise the Schengen visa application procedure for all applicants. The proposal on the digitalisation of the visa procedure introduces the possibility of applying for a Schengen visa online, and it replaces the

Disney Unveils Home For Its Largest Cruise Ship Ever — And It Might Surprise You

It's official: Disney is making a play for the Asia cruise market. The vacation giant's cruising arm, Disney Cruise Line, on Wednesday revealed that the massive, partly finished cruise ship it bought in November will eventually be based in Singapore for Southeast Asia voyages. The

The Filipino Islanders Who Weave Their Dreams

For more than 300 years, women residing around a turquoise lake have woven textiles from visions they say were bestowed to them by a goddess in their dreams. "In Mindanao, some women weave their dreams into textiles. They are dream-weavers," said the volunteer at the

The Three Mile Island Accident

The infamous Three Mile Island accident occurred near Harrisburg, Pennsylvania when main feedwater pumps in a secondary cooling system of a nuclear power plant failed at exactly 4:00 a.m. EST on March 28, 1979

9 Ways to Bring Every Generation but Leave the Family Drama at Home

Three generations packed in a van, navigating winding roads and family dramas: It sounds like a scene from Season 2 of “The White Lotus.” But the show’s fictional Di Grasso clan isn’t the only extended family hitting the road together as Covid retreats. Real-life parents

US Air Travel Is 'Overwhelmed' And That's Putting Off Some Flyers, Industry Group Says

Travel is so busy this spring break season at Miami International Airport that officials are advising flyers to give themselves an extra hour – arriving three hours, rather than two – before a domestic flight. Miami International is the fastest-growing airport in the United States

What Documents Do You Need For A Cruise?

Boarding a cruise ship isn't like boarding a city bus or hopping on the subway. Because cruises involve international travel, you won't be allowed to sail if you don't have all the proper cruise documents and identification. That means you'll want to know exactly what to take with

Spring Break Travel To Top Pre-Pandemic Levels

The spring break travel rush is on, and the surge in demand is raising concerns as the industry continues to struggle with staffing shortages and aviation incidents. The Federal Aviation Administration is already warning of a shortage of air traffic controllers that could cause

Athens: 7 Things Travelers Need To Know Before Visiting

With over 3,400 years of history to discover, Athens is a treasure trove for history buffs. But it is also a modern city full of hip neighborhoods, fantastic eateries, and a vibrant culture to explore. And while many tourists overlook the big city on their way to the Greek Islands, Athens is

Norse Atlantic Ceo Says Summer Travel Demand Remains Strong, Teases Winter Flights To Asia

Norse Atlantic Airways, the European long-haul, low-cost carrier, began service between New York and Paris this weekend. And its CEO Bjorn Tore Larsen told USA TODAY that the airline has further expansion plans on the horizon. Those plans include flights from New York to Rome

United Is Now the Only U.S. Airline With a Nonstop Flight to Dubai — Here's What It's Like on Board

I looked out the plane window as we flew over the Arabian Gulf. Dubai’s famous landmarks were slowly coming into view: first, the Palm Jumeirah, then the Burj Khalifa. We crossed the glittering city and made our way over the rolling sand dunes of the desert as we descended

Pug Seal Hotel: A Weekend Getaway Honoring Oaxacan Roots

When I landed in Oaxaca City, I wasn’t sure what adventures lay ahead. The weekend trip was booked on a whim after a friend said she had never visited while we were out having coffee. My base for the weekend, Pug Seal Hotel, provided a true home away from home experience

The 13 Best Hotel Porches in America

Kick back and enjoy the view at the best hotel porches across the country. In today’s busy society, it can often feel like travelers are constantly moving from one place to the next. People aren’t attuned to slowing down these days, but at these large, spacious, and often

Unveiling Vietnam's Underground Wonders: Top 10 Caves You Can Explore

The Southeast Asian nation of Vietnam is where oriental wonders might be at their peak, thanks to its rich culture and stunning natural wonders. The country teems with culture and heritage, and it is home to six cultural UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Nature lovers will also

The 9 Best Train Journeys In The USA

There’s no getting around the sheer size and scale of the USA – it’s an absolute, supersized whopper. Close to 10 million km² of sublime mountain ranges, parched desert, entire states engulfed in deep snow, you-gotta-go-see-it-to-believe-it cities, endless prairie land, six whole

4 Caribbean Islands That Don’t Require a U.S. Passport

If we’ve learned anything over the years, it’s that some of the best things are in our own backyards. For Americans, that includes Puerto Rico and the three major territories of the U.S. Virgin Islands (St. John, St. Thomas, and St. Croix). Although all of these places have great

From Iceland To Tanzania: Here Are The 10 Best Travel Tours For Women In 2023 And 2024

Travel tours designed just for women can make the experience of travel even richer by providing a safe and supportive space to try new things and embrace adventure in ways that might be different from regular travel. From highly-challenging physical adventures to more calm

Swan Hellenic Announces Cultural Cruises Along The Eastern And Western Coasts Of Africa

Reservations for Swan Hellenic’s cultural expedition cruises of Africa for 2023 are now open. Travelers can choose nine cruises with eight to 14-day itineraries on board SH Diana and SH Vega between March and November. Each cruise will have world-renowned experts and

Carnival Named Best Ocean Cruise Line by USA TODAY

Carnival Cruise Line was named the Best Ocean Cruise Line in USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. “The Best Ocean Cruise Line distinction is outstanding, and all the more so because it’s earned by the votes of USA Today’s readers. We are so grateful to them for

10 Of The Very Best Places To Visit In Cuba

From gorgeous cities swaying to the beat of tropical rhythms to unspoiled, lush forests, Cuba delights travelers with a wide variety of contrasting places. Travelers will find eclectic architecture, white-sand beaches and prime wildlife-watching spots across the country. Here are

Springtime In Style: 10 Luxury Resorts In Lake Tahoe For A Lavish Getaway

Those who haven’t visited Lake Tahoe yet are missing out on one of the world’s most gorgeous destinations. And if you are that traveler, then there are some convincing reasons that will make you push Lake Tahoe to the top of that bucket list. Lake Tahoe, which borders Nevada and

Delta Is Adding Mexico, Costa Rica, and Caribbean Flights from These U.S. Hubs

After recently announcing that it is adding new seasonal service from New York to Buenos Aires and Rio de Janerio, Delta Air Lines is now further expanding its service to Latin America and the Caribbean. The Atlanta-based carrier has unveiled plans to add more seasonal flights

Great Alaska Earthquake

On March 27th, 1964, it was business as usual in the city of Anchorage, Alaska. At 5:36:14 p.m. local time, the ground began shaking violently. The ensuing 9.2 magnitude earthquake remains one of the most devastating

The Longest-Ever U.S. River Cruise Introducing The Great United States: Cruise 20 States in 60 Days

Guilford, CT—March 27, 2023—American Cruise Lines is pleased to announce the longest-ever domestic cruise itinerary. The company’s new 60-day adventure, called The Great United States, explores 20 states, and spans

More Millennials Are Turning 40 — And They’re Changing Travel As We Know It

Middle-aged millennials have arrived. As more millennials — often defined as those born between 1981 and 1996 — turn 40, a generation long defined by youth transitions to a new phase in life. And they’re bringing their tech-savviness, social consciousness and spending habits

Jet Lag Hits Differently Depending On Your Travel Direction. Here Are 6 Tips To Get Over It

After a few difficult years of lockdowns and travel restrictions, people are finally winging their way across the globe again; families are being reunited and sights are being seen. Yet the joys of international travel often come with a side of jet lag, which can make it hard to initially

Strike Over Pay Paralyzes Rail, Air Travel In Germany

Trains, planes and public transit systems stood still across much of Germany on Monday as labor unions called a major one-day strike over salaries in an effort to win inflation-busting raises for their members. The 24-hour walkout — one of the biggest in decades — also affected

Is This Mexico's Last True Pristine And Off Path Island Destination?

The Mexican Caribbean is such a wildly popular destination it’s hard to believe there are any untouched gems left to explore locally. From Cancun’s action-packed Hotel Zone to Lake Bacalar’s boutique luxury hotels, busy beaches and crowded tourist attractions have become

A Heritage Hotel Run By Princesses

As the bougainvillea-adorned gates opened and the smartly dressed footman greeted me, I was excited to see the palace for the first time. So too was my taxi driver, who had pulled over on three occasions en route to joyfully tell passing strangers where we were driving. The

Are You a Potterhead? Here Are 7 Filming Locations You Can Visit

It’s hard to think of another literary franchise that has had as much of an impact on modern pop culture as Harry Potter has. At more than 500 million copies sold, it’s the best-selling book series of all time. The seven novels that comprise Harry Potter eventually became eight

Utah Celebrates Over 700 Inches of Snowfall in Record Time — and Skiers Are Taking Full Advantage

Utah is living up to its tourism tagline of having the “Greatest Snow On Earth,” and there is plenty of it to go around as the state is now celebrating over 700” of snow so far this season. The record-breaking snowfall milestone officially happened at Utah’s Brighton Resort

What Should I Wear At Sea? Here's What To Know About Cruise Line Dress Codes

When I was getting ready to take a cruise in October, there were a handful of items I made sure to pack: my passport, anti-nausea medicine, and a blazer and tie. The cruise line, Holland America Line, had advised me that during the transatlantic voyage from the

Viking Announces New Paris & D-Day 80th Anniversary River Cruise — 5 Historic Stops You’ll Cherish

The Normandy Invasion, which began the liberation of Nazi-occupied France and ultimately led to the liberation of Western Europe by Allied Forces, began on June 6, 1944 — also known as D-Day. During the landings, more than 156,000 American, British, and Canadian forces

The Best Ways To Get Around Kenya

From remote national parks and spectacular hikes to balmy coastal towns and the lively buzz of Nairobi, you'll want to experience all you can on a trip to Kenya. Whether you take a taxi or hop into a matatu (minivan), this beautiful country is a relatively easy place to get around

The 13 Best Hotel Porches in America

Kick back and enjoy the view at the best hotel porches across the country. In today’s busy society, it can often feel like travelers are constantly moving from one place to the next. People aren’t attuned to slowing down these days, but at these large, spacious, and often

Island Hopping Made Easy: 10 Best Cruises To Explore The Bahamas

The Bahamas is an archipelago of over 700 islands, and it's no secret that it's one of the most sought-after destinations in the world. With its crystal clear waters, white sand beaches, and abundant marine life, it's no wonder why people from all over the world flock to this tropical

Austrian President: Romania & Bulgaria Are Ready to Join Schengen

The president of Austria, Alexander Van der Bellen, has said that Romania and Bulgaria are ready to join the Schengen Area, disassociating himself from the country’s chancellor, Karl Nehammer, who said that he continues to remain against the Area expansion. Such e declaration

The Slave Trade Act

The United Kingdom abolished the slave trade with The Slave Trade Act, an act of Parliament passed on 25 March 1807. The Act abolished the slave trade in the British Empire, but not slavery. The institution of slavery

Traveling To France During The Protests: What You Need To Know

Winter is over and thoughts for many travelers will be turning to that most classic of springtime destinations: Paris. But the City of Lights and many other parts of France are right now convulsing with violence amid days of fiery protests. So what’s happening, and should travelers

Rick Steves’s Advice for Vacationers in Europe This Summer

When the Washington State–based travel guide and TV host Rick Steves decided to return to Europe in early 2022, he wasn’t sure how many of his favorite local spots had survived two years of pandemic life. Steves, who has hosted Rick Steves’ Europe for the past two decades and

Just Released: American Express Reveals The Latest Trends In Travel

Now that travel has roared back to pre-pandemic levels, travelers are spanning the globe for new experiences. As a major force in facilitating that travel, American Express regularly conducts surveys to see how, where and why its cardholders are exploring. The results of American

Traveling Overseas This Summer? There's Huge Demand For Passports, So Get Yours Asap

If you're planning a summer getaway outside of the country, make sure you get your paperwork in order sooner rather than later. Passports are in "unprecedented demand," U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Thursday during a House Appropriations subcommittee budget

These Are The Top Trending Worldwide Tourist Attractions

With summer drawing near, talk and plans of summer travel are in full gear. People are turning to many places on the internet for their planning, and one website that is emerging as a leader in travel inspiration and tips is Pinterest. Some studies indicate that over 63 million

Why This Asian Destination Is Exploding In Popularity

South Korea may not be as popular with tourists as other destinations like Japan, but this Asian nation is growing in popularity due to the incredible value it offers for travelers. After tourism came to a halt for over two years due to restrictions imposed by the government, South

This Iconic Hotel Is Coming To The Las Vegas Strip

The skyline in Las Vegas is going to look different for years to come. Recent government approvals will allow a giant 660-foot-tall hotel in the shape of a guitar to become a new highlight of the Strip. Late last year, the iconic Hard Rock Hotel acquired another well-known Sin City

Skip Overcrowded Staples, Visit These Spring Break Alternatives Instead

Spring break is the time of year when cities like Miami, Las Vegas and Cancun are overflowing with travelers seeking a week of fun in the sun. International travel for Americans this season is up 30 percent from 2022. That means that the popular travel destinations will be

This Woman Left Her Airpods On A Plane. She Tracked Them To An Airport Worker's Home

We’ve had people tracking their bags when airlines can’t find them. Now here’s something new: a passenger tracking an item she left on a plane – to an airport employee’s home. Earlier in March, Alisabeth Hayden, from Washington state in the US, was separated from her AirPods

Meet the Two Black Hoteliers Changing the Hospitality Industry

One of the most important factors of the hospitality industry is the experience. When travelers plan a trip to a new destination, they want to escape their normal lives. Patrons are demanding to get their money’s worth and refuse to settle for anything less. In Baltimore, there are

Traveling With A Wheelchair Is 'Different For Every Single Person And Every Single Device'

Shayn Pulley said their wheelchair was irreparably cracked on Feb. 22 while traveling from Raleigh, North Carolina, to Philadelphia. But Pulley, who uses they/them pronouns, said they're lucky it wasn't a completely customized device, allowing them to use a rental while they wait for

The Best Hotels for Seeing the Northern Lights in the Lower 48 States

Northern lights season may be coming to a close in Iceland and Alaska, but in the contiguous U.S., the fun is only getting started. The midnight sun obscures the lights in Arctic regions from late spring through early fall. Meanwhile, in the northern-border states, nights still get

Delta Route From Los Angeles to London Returns This Weekend – What to Know

Delta Air Lines is rolling out the welcome mat with two new flight routes to London starting this weekend. On Saturday, Delta will resume daily nonstop service between Los Angeles International Airport and London’s Heathrow Airport. The 10 hour and 15 minute flight will be on

8 Things To Do In Salem: Complete Guide To The Spellbinding Witch City

Salem is a city in New England, on the northern coast of Massachusetts. The spellbinding city is most well known for being the home of the Salem Witch Trials in 1692 in which local women were executed after being accused of practicing magic. The city is unique and leans into its

Silversea Cruises Marks Construction Milestone For Upcoming Ship

Silversea Cruises’ upcoming ship Silver Ray reached its next construction milestone yesterday as the keel was laid during a symbolic ceremony at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Germany. Barbara Muckermann, Silversea’s president and CEO, and Jan Meyer, Managing Director of

Just Back From PandO Cruises Arvia

We've just got back from P&O Cruises' Arvia, following the ship's naming ceremony in Barbados. The week-long Caribbean sailing, which started in Antigua, stopped at St. Kitts and Nevis, Martinique and St Lucia before ending with an overnight in Barbados. Even though Arvia is

Small Ship Cruise Line Named Best by USA TODAY

SeaDream Yacht Club, a small ship cruise line, was named the #1 Best Boutique Cruise Line and #1 Best Small Cruise Ship in USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. SeaDream Yacht Club was nominated by industry experts and voted #1 by USA TODAY readers. “We’re

The Exxon Valdez Oil Spill

On March 24, 1989, Captain Joseph Hazelwood grounded his boat. Unfortunately, his boat was a 30,000 ton oil tanker filled with 53,094,510 gallons of oil, of which 10.8 million gallons spilled into Prince William

India's Travel Industry May Not Overtake China Soon But There Are Still 'Massive' Opportunities

India’s airline industry may be on a strong growth trajectory — but don’t expect India’s outbound travel to overtake China’s soon, aviation analysts say. The South Asian nation may be set to overtake China as the world’s most populous country, but there remains a

Meet The Beautiful Eastern Country Not Enough Americans Are Visiting

Americans may be flying abroad in record numbers this year now that international borders have reopened and restrictions have been dropped, but a majority of them still have their hearts set on Mexico, or the cobblestone, fairytale towns of Europe. While Mexico is

Icelandair Is Adding More Flights to Popular Destinations This Winter

Icelandair just announced it is expanding its service, with the most extensive winter schedule in the airline's existence. The Icelandair 2023-2024 winter schedule is increasing 20 to 25% in size to connect 30 destinations between Europe and North America. That means

After a Record Winter of Rain, California Is Experiencing a “Super Shroom”

Oyster mushrooms. Chanterelles. Chicken of the woods. Mushrooms are more than abundant in California’s 1.6 million acres of forests, where enthusiasts can usually forage for fungi from mid-October to mid-April. This year, thanks to an abundance of rainfall driven by

Sweet Video Captures Delta Pilot Introducing First Officer, His Son, to Passengers Before Take Off

Delta Air Lines captain and managing director Rich Kaynor's version of Bring Your Kid to Work Day looks a bit different than everyone else's as his son, Cole, was his first officer on a recent flight. The father-son duo flew together for the first time from Los Angeles to

Solo Trekking Was Just Banned in Nepal—What Does That Mean for Travelers?

After a decade of deliberation, Nepal has announced a ban on solo trekking starting April 1, 2023, eliciting an ambivalent response from the outdoor community. The government's reasoning? The well-being of hikers and travelers in Nepal’s remote regions, and the

Everything We Know About Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights 2023, Including Dates

Spring just started, but spooky season can't come soon enough for Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights fans, who are getting their first details on this year's after-hours event. Universal Orlando Resort dropped HHN 2023 dates and opened ticket sales Thursday

Gov. Desantis Laughs Off Proposed Travel Warning For Black People Wanting To Visit Florida

Governor Ron DeSantis is downplaying a "warning" about certain groups traveling to Florida. During a news conference in Clay County, DeSantis was questioned about the Florida NAACP chapter asking the national branch to issue a travel advisory to Black Americans

The Top 7 Neighborhoods In Lagos, Nigeria

There is so much for visitors to Lagos to enjoy – depending on the area, you can tour its heritage sites, some dating back 500 years, or taste the cosmopolitan flavors of Nigeria’s food culture. With a 186km (116-mile) coastline sprinkled with beach resorts, it's also got no

The Next Several Months Will Be Very Annoying for Travelers

Staffing shortages, flight delays, and inflation are major pain points for travelers right now. We tapped the experts who weigh in on how technology will play a bigger role for travelers in the months and years ahead. On a recent stroll through Chicago O’Hare

From The Old Town To The Beaches: 10 Places To Explore In Dubrovnik This Spring

Dubrovnik, in southern Croatia, is a stunning seaside destination sometimes referred to as the "Pearl of the Adriatic" for its picturesque location. This beautiful city on the Adriatic Sea is well-known for its rich history, stunning architecture, and breathtaking natural

Hilton's French expansion arrives just in time for the 2024 Summer Olympics

American hotel giants can’t get enough of Europe, especially when so much uncertainty lingers over the usual golden ticket of profitability that is China and its travel recovery. This month, Hilton Hotels & Resorts month outlined how 2023 will be the year of

Beetlejuice: The Musical to Debut on Norwegian Viva

Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice! Norwegian Cruise Line announced Thursday it will bring "Beetlejuice" The Musical to its newest cruise ship when it debuts this summer. When Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Viva debuts in August, it will become the first ship to

Princess Cruises Announces New Coffee Partnership

Princess Cruises has announced that world-renowned coffee brand Lavazza is now its official coffee partner. Lavazza offerings will roll out across the Princess Cruises fleet throughout the spring, with guests able to enjoy the brand’s variety of hot coffee options and

Say Goodbye to Daily Hotel Room Cleaning

Stephanie VanDerSchie returned to her hotel room in Wausau, Wis., after a long day of skiing last month with her three young children to find their room disheveled. Their sheets were untucked, their garbage can was overflowing, and their soggy towels were in limp

Give Me Liberty, Or Give Me Death!

On March 23, 1775, Patrick Henry stood in front of a crowd gathered at St. John's Church in Richmond, Virginia. Powerful forces in Virginia, where loyalty to the British crown remained, were resisting the call to

December's Air Travel Meltdown Was As Bad As It Seemed

73.8% of domestic flights departed Salt Lake City International on time in December 2022, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation. Context: That's down from 86.5% in November 2022, a 12.7 percentage point drop, per recently released data from the

Start Booking Your Summer Trips Now — Here’s Why

We're already busy booking summer trips here at TPG. In fact, some of us have even begun booking trips further out into fall, winter holidays and even early 2024. Airfare prices are expected to accelerate this spring to the peak of summer, though average airfares aren't

8 Things To Know About Traveling In Europe During Labor Strikes

Taking a vacation abroad means immersing yourself in another culture — and sometimes in another country’s labor disputes. This year, news out of Europe has been full of strikes affecting air travel, rail transportation and even everyday sanitation services as workers protest

Las Vegas: 7 Things Travelers Need To Know Before Visiting

Las Vegas is famous around the world for its casinos, nightlife, shopping, dining, and entertainment. It is a city that is over the top in every way and one where almost anything you can imagine likely exists. While the Las Vegas Strip gets most of the attention, visitors who

The Northern Lights Could Make a Rare Appearance in the Lower 48 Tonight

Three weeks ago, the Northern Lights, a phenomenon that sees ethereal streamers of colored light pirouette across the night sky, made a rare appearance in the Lower 48, coloring the skies in places as far south as Colorado. For those who missed it, fear not, as you may have

Delta Releases Holiday Schedule to Caribbean, Latin America — See the Routes

For travelers looking to get a head-start on booking holiday season travel, your list of warm-weather options for just got a bit longer. Delta recently announced an increase in its flight capacity to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean for the 2023 holiday season. The 20%

How Long Is A Us Passport Good For? Here's What To Know — And How To Renew It.

International travel can require you to bring several documents, such as a travel visa or national ID card. Among those is also your passport. But before you jet off to a faraway location, you need to make sure your passport is not expired. Nothing can ruin a trip quite

NASA’s Glenn Research Center Reopens For Free Tours — The 6 Dates You Can Visit This Year

The public will have an opportunity to tour one of NASA’s most famous facilities for the first time since before the COVID-19 pandemic. NASA’s Glenn Research Center in Ohio will offer in-person tours for the first time since 2019, but the options are limited. NASA will host

The Best Times To Visit Bermuda For Year-Round Fun

Flaunting idyllic stretches of beach lapped by cerulean waters, Bermuda is somewhere people come for sun, sea and serenity. However, this tiny island in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean is more seasonal than many of its Caribbean counterparts. While the summer is warm

America’s Black Holocaust Museum Leaves Visitors With a Sense of Hope and Possibility

The people behind America’s Black Holocaust Museum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, had every opportunity to quit on their vision of rebuilding the venue. Though dedicated to reestablishing an institution devoted to commemorating atrocities while pointing toward reconciliation

Discover The Ultimate Escape: 10 Spa Resorts In The Bahamas That Offer Pure Bliss

The Bahamas, a tropical paradise known for its crystal-clear waters, pristine beaches, and warm hospitality, has been a popular destination for travelers from all over the world. With over 700 islands and cays, there is always a new adventure waiting to be discovered. The

A New Luxury Line With A Familiar Name Woos Cruisers Whose Vacations Were Sunk

A lifeline is coming today for Crystal Cruises customers who lost money during the line's collapse in 2022. The new owner of the brand will offer them an opportunity to get their money back in the form of credits for future cruises. In an exclusive interview this week, A&K Travel

Hard Rock Hotel’s Guitar Tower Gets OK, Will ‘Forever Change’ The Vegas Strip Skyline

A massive 542-foot guitar – actually, back-to-back guitars – will be much more than a sign in front of the Hard Rock Hotel on the Las Vegas Strip. The resort – currently being rebranded from The Mirage, with construction that will replace the famous volcano – says it’s not

The Top Luxury Hotels to Know in Palm Springs

Palm Springs has been a popular California destination for over a century, but it really gained traction with the Hollywood set starting in the 1930s. Glamorous movie stars and film industry bigwigs continued to flock to the desert retreat throughout the 1950s and 1960s, and

Strikes Delay Cruise Ship From Leaving Shipyard

As protests and strikes continue across France due to pension changes, the political turmoil has reached the cruise industry as union strikes take place across French ports. According to Crew Center, sea trials for MSC Cruises’ upcoming ship, MSC Euribia, were originally

Disney Cruise Line Announces First Cruises to New Port

Disney Cruise Line has announced their first cruises to a new port they are building in the Bahamas, Lighthouse Point. In addition, the cruise line released itineraries for the summer of 2024. The first Disney cruise ships to visit Lighthouse Point will be Disney Magic and

Norfolk Southern CEO Says He Supports Parts Of New Rail Safety Bills

Norfolk Southern CEO Alan Shaw on Wednesday told senators that his railroad company supports parts of two bipartisan rail safety bills that came in the wake of a derailment last month of a train carrying toxic materials in Ohio. Testifying in front of the Senate Committee on

The Association For The Promotion Of Tourism To Africa Adds Pre & Post Familization Rates For Its Global Forum In Cape Town

Miami, FL (March 22, 2023) The Association for the Promotion of Tourism to Africa (APTA) has added several pre & post familiarization tour options for attendees of its Global Forum, which will be hosted in Cape Town

The Association For The Promotion Of Tourism To Africa Adds Pre & Post Familization Rates For Its Global Forum In Cape Town

Miami, FL (March 22, 2023) The Association for the Promotion of Tourism to Africa (APTA) has added several pre & post familiarization tour options for attendees of its Global Forum, which will be hosted in Cape Town

The Jamestown Massacre

On this day in 1622, Indians of the Powhatan Confederacy executed a coordinated, surprise attack on the settlement of Jamestown, Virginia and the surrounding settlements, killing 347 English settlers, almost a third

This Is What It's Like To Visit Machu Picchu Right Now

Visiting Machu Picchu is a bucket list experience for many travelers. This ancient Incan citadel built in the 15th century is the most-visited destination in Peru, and for good reasons. It’s incredibly well-preserved, and its dramatic location surrounded by mist-shrouded mountains

Jackson Heights: The Neighbourhood That Epitomises New York

Travellers may go to Central Park or Times Square to see New York City, but there's no better place to feel the city's DNA and understand how it started than here. A few months after moving to New York City, I struck up a conversation with a woman from the borough of

Hilton Will Open New Hotels In France This Year

Hilton Hotels & Resorts, the American multinational hospitality company, keeps expanding its services and adding more properties across the world. The company has recently announced a record of openings in France, including top destinations like Paris and major resort

Everything You Need to Know About the TSA's Liquid Limit

Whether you’re a carry-on-only kind of person or not, knowing the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) liquid limits is essential for anyone who travels by plane in the United States. Yet understanding which of your toiletries, foods, and other items even count as “liquid”

Why Flight Attendants Want Airlines to Stop Allowing Infants to Sit on Parents' Laps

While traveling with children under 2 years old often comes with a perk: a free (or nearly free) lap infant ticket, an industry group is calling for the booking practice to end due to safety concerns. “We’ve seen airplanes go through turbulence recently and drop 4,000 feet in a split

15 Things To See And Do In London Around King Charles' Coronation

On May 6, the coronation of King Charles III and his wife Camilla, the Queen Consort, will take place at London’s Westminster Abbey. No doubt millions will watch on TV at home, with countless people descending on the United Kingdom capital for the rare event. A coronation

AmaWaterways Kicks Off 2023 River Cruises in Europe

AmaWaterways, a family-owned luxury river cruise line, kicked off their 2023 European season with 19 river ships now sailing on rivers across Europe. In 2023, AmaWaterways will have five ships sailing on rivers in France, five ships on the Tulip Time cruises itineraries, and

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Havana is a complex city with many different layers. It seduces you slowly, getting under your skin with its street energy, historical heirlooms and charismatic people. The range of attractions on offer in Havana is impressive and many things are free. Like culture? You can

The 15 Best Lake Beaches in the USA

When most people think of booking travel for a “beach trip,” they traditionally think of destinations located along the coast. Many people don’t realize that there are many underrated beaches across the U.S. that aren’t necessarily oceanic, but still just as beautiful. Here are

Savor The Flavor: 10 Hotels In New York City With World-Class Restaurants

New York City is a food lover’s paradise, from the amazing street food to the Michelin-star restaurants. There are also plenty of NYC restaurants with spectacular views, with some overlooking the Hudson and others offering incredible panoramic views of Manhattan. There

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A dive boat captain and his skipper were stranded after the boat ran out of fuel off the coast of a granite island known as Skull Rock. They were drifting and unable to anchor due to the water depth. The boat then began to take on water, but the pair didn’t have a bilge pump to

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Recent research by the World Travel and Tourism Council has revealed that in Portugal, the sector has continued to grow, thus reducing the intensity of its emissions. Data provided by WTTC show that during 2019, the sector accounted for 17.8 per cent of total greenhouse gas

Brazil To Resume Visa Requirements For US Tourists

Are you thinking about going to Brazil this year? If you are from the United States, Japan, Canada or Australia, then you should be aware of some significant changes that are coming soon. After a three-year visa-free policy, citizens of these four nations will be required to have a

What to Know About Visiting a Muslim-Majority Country During Ramadan

Ramadan, the Muslim holy month, is marked by fasting from sunrise to sunset, with days reserved for introspection and evenings for socializing with family and friends. Since Muslims follow the lunar calendar, Ramadan naturally falls 11 days earlier each year. This year, it is

How To Make The Most Of Duty-Free Airport Stores

On a recent stopover in Doha, Qatar, I saw the future of duty-free shopping. It’s the Orchard, a soaring new glass-walled terminal at Hamad International Airport that was part of the airport’s expansion ahead of the World Cup. At the center of this indoor shopping area, there’s a

The Problem With Celebrity Travel Shows? The Celebrities.

In the resplendent green of Costa Rica, a peak reaches toward the clouds. Eugene Levy gazes up at it in awe. “That’s a volcano,” his host explains, adding that it last erupted about 10 years ago. Levy looks unsettled. “I was hoping it would be more dormant,” he says. The

The Archbishop is Executed

When Henry VIII required a divorce from Catherine of Aragon, he turned to his Archbishop in Canterbury. Thomas Cranmer thus became the chief architect of the English Reformation. Cranmer denied papal authority

See What the Day Brings With Collette’s Americana Sale

Pawtucket, RI (March 20, 2023) – Collette is excited to announce its Americana Sale, which allows travelers to save as they see what the day brings. The sale will run from March 20, 2023, to March 27, 2023. Travelers will

More Proof That Air Travel Needs To Change

Air travel passenger volume has returned with a vengeance. And airlines are reaping tremendous rewards as people take to the skies for business and leisure. But as they do, longstanding operational problems, and some new ones, have emerged to the detriment of many

Spring Break 2023 May Be The Busiest Travel Season Ever For The Airline Industry

A new forecast shows that spring break 2023 may be the busiest travel season ever for the airline industry. According to Airlines for America, 10 major airlines, including Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines, and JetBlue, are expected to carry a record number of passengers this

Everything You Need to Know About Flying While Plus Size

Navigating travel as a plus-size person can come with some challenges, but these tips and resources can make it a smooth experience. There is an abundance of plus-size travelers sharing their experiences flying on social media. These are a helpful conversations and

How to Travel with Invisible Disabilities

Traveling with an invisible disability can be a challenge. The Invisible Disabilities Association defines an invisible disability as “a physical, mental or neurological condition that is not visible from the outside, yet can limit or challenge a person’s movements, senses, or activities.”

These Are the World's Happiest Countries in 2023

Ten years ago, the United Nations declared March 20 as the International Day of Happiness. “Since then, more and more people have come to believe that our success as countries should be judged by the happiness of our people,” states the 2023 World Happiness Report, which

Yosemite National Park Has Partially Reopened — What to Know Before Visiting

Yosemite National Park partially reopened over the weekend after being forced to close due to receiving up to 15 feet of snow. The California park restored “minimal public access” on Saturday, according to the National Park Service, opening Yosemite Valley from sunrise to sunset

How I Pulled Off an Affordable, Dog-Friendly Road Trip to Three National Parks Using Hotel Points

Palm Springs is an easy, nonstop flight away from my home in Portland, Oregon. But there’s just one problem: My puppy is too big to fly in the cabin, and I’m not willing to leave her home or put her in the plane’s baggage compartment. So when it recently came time to visit my

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Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. president and CEO Frank Del Rio will retire this summer after a three-decade career in the cruise industry, the company announced Monday. Del Rio, 68, will step down from the position and from the company's board of directors on June

Popular Tourist Spot In Rome Will Soon Charge Visitors To Enter — Here’s How Much

The most visited cultural site in Italy will no longer be free to visit. Italian church and culture officials have agreed to begin charging to enter the Pantheon — the ancient Roman temple that draws millions of visitors annually. Officials will charge visitors 5 euros, or about $5.30, to

Stay Among The Books:10 Hotels Near The New York Public Library

The Stephen A. Schwarzman Building is the official name for this flagship location within the New York Public Library system, but it’s often referred to as the New York Public Library. Nonetheless, this New York Public Library is located in a good spot in New York City’s Midtown

Your Next Hotel Stay Could Be Better For The Planet — Here’s How

The idea the travel industry can be "green" makes many skeptics roll their eyes. Flying business class on a gas-guzzling airliner isn’t exactly showering Mother Nature with love and hugs. Neither is having housekeeping come by every day to stock up on new towels and bed linens

How This Saudi Port City Is Experiencing a Cultural Renaissance

After thriving for centuries as a gateway for maritime trade, the coastal Saudi city of Jeddah is now offering its international visitors an entirely different reason to explore its shores: the cinema. From its founding as a fishing village some 2,500 years ago to its 7th-century

Tulum Authorities Launch New Operation To Keep Tourists Safe

Following the recent spike in gang activity across Mexico, several of Mexico’s tourist destinations have been ramping up security efforts so that tourists remain safe. After neighboring Cancun launched its own operation against crime, it’s now Tulum’s turn to strengthen its zero

MSC's Newest Ships Will Run on Liquid Natural Gas

The MSC Cruise Division has just taken a giant step toward its ambitious goal of achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050: They’ve launched MSC World Europa and are looking forward to MSC Euribia, two ships powered entirely by liquid natural gas (LNG)

The Attempted Kidnapping of Princess Anne

On March 20, 1974, Princess Anne was returning to Buckingham Palace from a charity event. In the car was her husband, Mark Phillips, her driver, and a private detective. Suddenly, a Ford escort in front of her Rolls

This Hidden Gem Is The World's Best Beach Destination For 2023

The mighty beaches of the world might have to take a back seat for a sec. According to TripAdvisor readers, the best beach for 2023 is located on a lesser-known Brazilian island most Americans are not even aware exists, and that’s been experiencing a popularity surge in

River Cruise Packing List: What To Pack When Traveling By Riverboat

You booked your river cruise, and the departure date approaches. Now you’re panicking about what to pack. You want to pack light, given you won’t have much space in your cabin to store bulky suitcases. However, you also want to be prepared with the right clothing and gear

EU's ETIAS Will Be Cheaper Than Most Existing Travel Authorisations

In about a year away from now, travellers from over 60 world countries will need to apply for an online travel authorisation in order to be able to enter the Schengen Area visa-free. The European Union has been working on this requirement, which is officially called the European

India to Splurge $12 Billion on Airports as Travel Rebounds

India will spend about 980 billion rupees ($12 billion) over the next two years on airports, with airline orders for hundreds of new planes to meet resurgent travel demand putting pressure on existing infrastructure. The world’s fastest-growing aviation market aims to boost the

10 Convincing Reasons Molokai Should Be Your Next Travel Destination

Molokai is one of the lesser-known islands around the world that people often overlook. It is even the least visited island in the state, and while this might sound like a turn-off, it’s one of the reasons this island is worth visiting. Besides the serenity, there are plenty of other

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As you drive into Telluride, Colo., in late winter, you’re greeted by a banner reading “Telluride Gay Ski Week: Thanks for Coming Out,” letting you know from the moment you enter the town that you’re welcome. For one week a year at the end of February through early March

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Icy waves and Antarctic winds up to 120km/h kept Spanish adventure athlete Antonio de la Rosa's 7m rowboat listed over to port for days on end. Departing Cape Horn, the southernmost point of South America, on 7 January 2023, de la Rosa rowed south towards Elephant

Global Entry Is a Mess Right Now. Here's What You Need to Do

For years, travelers to the U.S. have used Customs and Border Protection’s Global Entry program. It helps pre-approved and low-risk travelers to pass through immigration quickly upon re-entering the country. One of the five Trusted Traveler programs, Global Entry costs

This Country Is Banning Solo Hikers — The Two Things Hikers Must Do If Visiting

The country of Nepal banned solo mountaineers from climbing Mount Everest in 2019. Now, the country’s government has announced solo adventurers from other countries will not be able to hike or climb mountains throughout Nepal’s national parks on their own. Instead, they

Road Trip Planner: Getting To Your Destination By Car Could Be Cheaper Than Flying

Tim Ervin plans to take a road trip with his son this month from their home in Portland, Oregon, to Northern California, but it wasn't the call of the open road that prompted him to drive. Ervin, who has family and friends in Chico and Folsom, said driving is cheaper for the pair than

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What attracted guests such as Marilyn Monroe and Frank Sinatra, and landed the Arizona Biltmore in films going back to the Golden Age, is the same mix of noteworthy architecture, glamour, and hospitality at the highest level that draws discerning travelers today. This is a hot

Pure Decadence: 10 Of The Most Luxurious Hotels In The World

Vacationers travel to take a break from the everyday hustle and bustle and to experience new cultures. Want to do it in style? Then spending those travel nights in a luxurious hotel will be a perfect way to relax and create new memories. Every tourist should get a chance to

Seabourn Sells Seabourn Odyssey

Luxury cruise operator Seabourn announced Thursday it would transfer the 2009-built Seabourn Odyssey out of its fleet in September 2024. Seabourn says it has sold the luxury cruise ship to Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL). Seabourn Odyssey will complete all published voyages

Viking Announces World War II Anniversary Voyage

Viking announced a new 12-day river cruise with itineraries in England and France to honor the World War II milestone. Viking’s Paris & D-Day 80th Anniversary voyage will run from March through November 2024, starting in London and ending in Paris. “Many of our guests

How to Plan Your Bucket List Trip to the Caribbean’s ABC Islands

ith arresting architecture, blindingly white beaches, and chromatic coral reefs, the ABC Islands (Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao) are synonymous with paradise. As if these sister islands weren’t lovely enough, they also enable travelers to tick their culture, gastronomy, and

St. Patrick's Day

According to tradition, on March 17 St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, passed away. Some sources record the year as 493, others say 461. Patrick was born in Roman Britain. Irish raiders captured him when he was

The Travel Institute Taps its ‘Bench’ to Expand Leadership

FRAMINGHAM, MA, March 13, 2023 – The Travel Institute has expanded its leadership structure in response to record growth in recent years and in order to manage growth ongoing. Guida Botelho, CTIE, has been

Women Who Travel Podcast: What It's Like to Visit Every U.S. National Park

Everyone should aim to spend at least a little time in some of America’s 63 National Parks, home to places like Yellowstone, the Grand Canyon, and Acadia, Maine. But few people have gotten to see as much of them as guest Emily Pennington, a regular Condé Nast Traveler contributor

How To Travel The Amalfi Coast Using Only Public Transport

In Lonely Plan-It, we take you step by step through how we put together some of the most complicated travel adventures. Here, Eva Sandoval explains how she planned a trip around the Amalfi Coast using only public transport. Wine-dark seas, lemon groves and stacks of pastel-hued

Air Travel in Northern Germany Disrupted by Strikes, Another Set to Occur on March 17

Strike actions by German’s public sector employees and ground and flight control staff at the country’s largest airports brought significant problems in air traffic in the northern part of the territory, according to a China Daily report. A total of 351 flights were cancelled, thus

Dan's Diner: A Wild Dinner In A Roving Tundra Buggy

Located on the 58th parallel north, Canada's subarctic town of Churchill, Manitoba, has a population of just 900 permanent residents. But this low population count more than compensates for the 500,000 visitors who travel here throughout the year. They come for the Arctic

6 U.S. Resorts with Great Spring Skiing

The end of winter may be near, but that doesn’t necessarily mean ski and snowboarding season is over. Many ski resorts often stay open past the spring equinox (on March 20) and well into June in some cases. Thanks to record snowfall across the United States in 2023—most notably

Brooklyn Travel Guide: Explore This New York Borough

Brooklyn is a vibrant and diverse borough that is home to a community of unique cultures that share art, food, music and ideas. Bedford-Stuyvesant and Crown Heights are historical neighborhoods known for producing some of the most culturally significant figures to the culture

Riding the Waves: 10 Ultimate Ocean Adventures To Have Around The World

When next to the ocean, many travelers go for tranquility, sandy beaches, and chilling out under the palms. Others, however, prefer excitement, action, and adrenaline. Indeed, there are so many things one can do next to the ocean that just relaxing on the beach doesn’t

Debarkation to Speed Up in Jacksonville as Port Introduces Facial Biometrics Screening

U.S. Customs and Border Protection and Carnival Cruise Line have announced that the Port of Jacksonville in Florida is the latest cruise port to update its debarkation process with the launch of facial biometric comparison technology for closed-loop cruises. “CBP and Carnival are

Know Before You Go: These 5 Us Airports Have The Most Flight Disruptions

We've gotten to the point where three in four Americans have concerns about flying lately, according to the travel booking app Hopper. It makes sense, especially after December's Southwest Airlines chaos that left thousands of people and their bags stranded (sometimes in two

Why You Should Renew Your Passport For Summer Travel Now

Although you may still be enjoying spring break, it might be time to plan your summer vacation — if you haven't already done so. There are 11 things on your summer travel checklist that you should start on now, including renewing your U.S. passport. Unfortunately, as of mid

Regent Seven Seas And Fabergé Reveal New Spotlight Voyages

Today, Regent Seven Seas Cruises and Fabergé, a globally known jewelry brand, revealed their latest partnership in creating two new Spotlight Voyages. “We pride ourselves on offering our guests immersive and culturally enlightening itineraries as well as enriching onboard

St. Regis Opens New Luxury Resort Near Cancun

Marriott International’s luxury brand St. Regis Hotels & Resorts has just announced the opening of the new St. Regis Kanai Resort, Riviera Maya. This new resort is one of the top six North American Hotels opening in 2023, and many travelers across the globe have been

Travelers From China No Longer Need To Show Proof Of Negative Covid Test, CDC Says

A requirement that travelers to the U.S. from China present a negative COVID-19 test before boarding their flights expired last Friday after more than two months as cases in China have fallen. Following other countries like Italy and Japan, the restrictions were put in place on Dec

Viking Adds New Paris Cruise for 80th Anniversary of D-Day

Viking has added a new 12 day voyages from London to Paris in 2024 to commemorate Operation Overlord and the historic battles of Normandy. Viking’s new “Paris & D-Day 80th Anniversary” cruise will run from March through November 2024. “Many of our guests

Luck Of The Irish? Travelers Can Save Up To $200 When Booking Collette’s ‘Best Of Ireland’ Tour

Pawtucket, RI (March 17, 2023) – Collette is celebrating St. Patrick’s Day this year by reminding travelers that they can save up to $200, when booking a spot on the “Best of Ireland” Explorations tour for select dates. The

Collette’s ‘Roaming Coastal Maine” Tour Serves Up The Special New England Shoreline

Pawtucket, RI (March 15, 2023) – Travelers taking Collette’s “Roaming Coastal Maine” small group Explorations tour have been loving their experience. Out of 191 total travelers, 71% gave the tour the highest rating of

Hugh Thompson, Jr. - An American Hero

Captain Hugh Thompson, Jr. was a United States Army helicopter pilot during the Vietnam War. On the morning of March 16th, 1968, he flew his helicopter over a small village in Vietnam the soldiers referred to as "Pinkville"

Buttigieg Says ‘More Mistakes Than Usual’ Happening With Air Travel After Uptick In Close Calls

Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg on Wednesday said that there have been “more mistakes than usual” in U.S. air travel recently after dozens of close calls, pressing the air travel sector to help address the situation. “U.S. aviation remains an exceptionally safe mode of travel

One Pittsburgh, Many Voices: Why the Region is a Thriving Travel Destination

The Steel City has much to offer tourists — stunning views of the skyline from Mount Washington, a multitude of arts and cultural museums, one of the oldest amusement parks in the country and, of course, home of the Steelers, Penguins and Pirates. It’s no wonder

Istanbul: 7 Things Travelers Need To Know Before Visiting

Istanbul is a city packed full of people, history, and rich culture. The city is a true melting pot and an incredibly unique place. It embraces its ancient history while moving forward with a modern flair – in it, you’ll find grand mosques and bustling markets alongside epic nightclubs and

There’s Nothing Here To Eat — 7 Tips For Travelers With Dietary Restrictions

After 50 years of working, I was ready to break away from the desk and begin my dream of traveling the world. Two weeks after my retirement, however, I was diagnosed with a rare and incurable disease called Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD). It wasn’t the diagnosis that

Travel Around the World to These Black Music Festivals

Warm weather and longer days are around the corner, and so is the season of music festivals. From fan-favorite artist lineups to food courts with unique eats, the best festival delivers unforgettable performances, networking, and after-parties for thousands who share a deep love of

Denmark Drops Charges Against Norwegian Air Shuttle for Not Refunding Passengers

Prosecuting authorities of Denmark has decided to make a drop in charges in the case related to Norwegian Air Shuttle’s non-compliance with the repayment deadline in the passenger’s rights regulation. According to the statement of the Danish Civil Aviation and Railway Authority

Ajiaco: Chicken, Corn And Potato Soup

Soup has a dialogue of its own. It's never just a bowl of soup, and we all have our favourite for a reason: a memory, an emotion, a hard time, a joyful time. The comforting things we ladle into bowls are among the most personal foods we make and consume. There is no absolute

Indulge In Luxury: 10 Best High-End Hotels In Williamsburg, Virginia

Williamsburg is one of the best-known historical towns. It is home to the largest living museum, and it once used to be the colony of Virginia which later became the state of Virginia. Travelers visiting Virginia can tour the historic Jamestown, Virginia's first settlement, or check out

The 11 Best Beaches in Lagos, Nigeria

Nigeria is Africa’s most populated nation, and Lagos is its most populous city. More than 24 million people call this collection of lakes, lagoons, sandbars, and islands home. Named by the Portuguese who first arrived in 1472 (Lagos means “lakes” in Portuguese), it is a cultural force

Why Passport Stamps Could Soon Disappear

With the advent of biometric facial recognition and digital passport control, high-tech methods of border control are speeding up the way we enter and exit countries around the world. But as immigration lines shrink, another aspect of the process is also starting to disappear

The Ides of March

On this date in 44 B.C.E., members of the Roman Senate, including Marcus Junius Brutus, Gaius Cassius Longinus, and 60 other co-conspirators, stabbed Julius Ceasar to death. According to contemporary

Extreme Travel: It Just Got Harder To See Every Place In The World

Extreme travel isn't for the faint-hearted. Kari-Matti Valtari would know. He has been arrested many times and held in detention in war-torn nations, but has seen everywhere from St Eustatius to the Savage Islands*. So why does he keep doing it? "It's to meet like-minded

Editor's Letter: The Case For Traveling Slower—And Deeper

After a few unhappy years of border closures and restrictions, travelers could have been forgiven for trying to make up for lost time by checking off as many bucket-list destinations as they could, as quickly as they could. The rather ugly term revenge travel did enter the

Summer Travel Checklist: 11 Things To Do Now To Make Your Trip Great

It might be the middle of March, but there are things you should be doing now to make your summer vacation a hit. Sure, booking your summer trips is an important step, but there are also some housekeeping items to take care of to make sure your summer travel goes off

Should I Travel to Mexico or Costa Rica Right Now? I’m Concerned About Safety.

I heard about the Americans who were kidnapped recently in Mexico near the U.S. border, and I’ve been reading a lot of news about an increase in crime in Mexico in general. Now I’m worried about my spring-break plans to Baja. I’ll probably still go—but I’m worried. Is the

These Are 5 Of The Top Award Winning Travel Experiences In Japan

Japan has gained popularity since its borders reopened for standard tourism in October last year, and airlines in the United States relaunched flights to this fascinating destination. Its beautiful temples, cherry blossom season, forest and gardens, delicious food, and

4 European Vacations to Take From Philly This Spring

You’re not the only one who wants to jet off to Europe. “We’re seeing an uptick in clients going in the spring,” says Lux Voyage‘s Virgi Schiffino Kennedy. “Usually it’s a summer destination.” The loosening of COVID restrictions is a factor: You no longer have to deal with

Innovative Aviation Ideas Shortlisted For 2023'S Crystal Cabin Awards

From a cabin concept that completely eradicates the middle seat to a swanky design that takes single-aisle aircraft business class to a new level, this year’s Crystal Cabin Awards shortlist offers an exciting glimpse at aviation’s potential future. Every year the Crystal Cabin Awards showcase innovative ideas that reconceptualize the airplane cabin experience. There are eight categories, with awards

Travel Noire's Guide To Islamic Countries During Ramadan

Traveling to a Muslim country is a great way to embrace the culture, and learn about the customs and traditions. It offers a unique experience to appreciate the beauty of Islam. When traveling to these countries, it is important to respect the local traditions and dress

Frontier Airlines Employees Earn Bonuses For Overcharging Passengers — The Common Fee Making Them Extra Cash

If you’ve ever thought some airlines’ gate agents are overzealous in their quest to determine whether or not oversized bags need to be checked during boarding, a passenger named Dyana Villa may be your new hero. First, Villa and her friend were told by Frontier Airlines

Rest Your Head in Heaven (or Hell) at This Boutique Italian Escape

Shuffle too fast down the narrow ancient maze-like cobblestone streets of Florence, Italy, and you might walk right past 25Hours Hotel Florence Piazza San Paolino. But one step inside is like being transported into an alternate universe with a crazy personality— a soul that

Top 10 Best Destinations In United States For Parasailing And Paragliding

The United States has everything an adventure enthusiast could desire, from imposing mountains to stunning coastlines to majestic deserts with unending thrilling activities and experiences. Parasailing and paragliding are two such adventures that let participants taste an adrenaline rush while soaring through the air like birds and taking in expansive views of man-made and natural wonders. Additionally

1,000+ Flights Canceled Tuesday, Airlines Issue Waivers To Those Affected By Late-Winter Weather

With late winter weather sweeping through the Northeast U.S. Tuesday, air travel has been a little hairy. According to data from the flight-tracking website FlightAware, more than 1,100 U.S. flights were canceled and more than 4,300 were delayed just after 5:30 p.m

5 European UNESCO Sites You Should See By River Cruise

Stonehenge. The Acropolis of Athens. Pompeii. Europe has so many protected UNESCO World Heritage sites—more than 400 by last count—one could practically stumble upon history on a morning walk to get coffee. (In Rome, another UNESCO site, you almost always

Celebrate Black History And Culture With AmaWaterways' Soulful Epicurean Experiences

In 2024, guests will have three opportunities to celebrate the African and Black diaspora thanks to AmaWaterways, the award-winning river cruise. These opportunities include the Soulful Epicurean Experience on the Rhône River in France, the Colors of Provence cruise

American Cruise Lines Announces American Legend: 19th Small Ship & 4th New Coastal Cat in Project Blue Series

GUILFORD, CT—March 13, 2023—American Cruise Lines announced today that construction has begun on American Legend, the 4th new Coastal Cat in the company’s Project Blue series. First announced in January

Travel Sector Mulls Green Future But Tourists Reluctant To Pay

Tourists around the world and especially in Europe are supportive of more eco-friendly trips but reluctant to carry the extra cost, according to studies and industry executives. In the European Union's economic powerhouse Germany, for example, 24% of travelers believe ecological

Texas Agency, Citing Violence, Urges Americans To Avoid Mexico During Spring Break

The Texas Department of Public Safety warned Americans to skip spring break vacations in Mexico, noting that ongoing violence poses a significant safety threat. The warning —which adds to State Department advisories not to travel to large swathes of the country — comes in

9 Destinations Around the World That Go All Out for St. Patrick's Day

The luck of the Irish isn’t solely confined to its homeland. While celebrating St. Patrick’s Day in the Emerald Isle is certainly an experience worth pursuing, you may be surprised by these other destinations that go gloriously green for the festivities, too. Check out which places

Paris: 7 Things Travelers Need To Know Before Visiting

There is a reason why Paris is one of the most visited places in the world. It is a city rich in music, food, history, and architecture. It is a stylish place always at the forefront of art, fashion, and design. Paris is hip yet classy and trendy while also being grounded in values and

How to Travel Well Without the Guilt, According to Wealth Experts

Here at VERANDA, we’re big fans of travel. Each year we curate extensive lists from the world’s most beautiful hotels to the best wellness retreats to help our readers pick destinations that will not only help them unwind but also enrich their lives and feed their creative spirit. While

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Traveling is a great way to experience new cultures and landscapes, learn about different ways of life, and simply have an adventure. It can also help you open your mind to new ideas and perspectives. That’s why there are so many books about traveling—they provide insight, tips

Travel: Ponte Vedra Inn & Club

As you fight the snarling traffic along the Interstate 95 corridor from Jacksonville, it’s impossible to imagine that just a few miles on the east coast sits a slice of heaven known as Ponte Vedra. With every mile you drive, you feel you are cruising back in time to a more graceful

This Ski-in, Ski-out Resort in California Honors Washoe Nation by Changing Its Name

Tahoe's Resort at Squaw Creek, located in Olympic Valley in North Lake Tahoe, just changed its name with "the utmost respect" for the tribe that has lived in the region for thousands of years. Now known as Everline Resort & Spa, the new name is meant to honor the evergreen

Royal Caribbean Makes Website Error, Refunds Guests

Booked Royal Caribbean guests were taken by surprise recently when they saw a new package called “Premier Pass” available for purchase for their sailing on the cruise line’s website. The package, which was listed for $88.99 for the entire length of the cruise, appeared on Royal

Red Tide Has Overtaken Much Of Florida's Southwest Coast. See The Hot Spots.

Dead fish are washing up on the southwest Florida coast thanks to a toxic algae known as red tide that can pose a risk to humans. The algae, which is known formally as the single-cell Karenia brevis, has concentrated near Tampa and neighboring communities. Scientists have found

This Is Now The Fastest Train In The Southeastern U.S. - Where You Can Ride It And How Fast It Goes

Brightline has made history as the fastest train in the Southeastern United States. The eco-friendly, intercity rail reached speeds of 130 miles per hour during testing between Orlando and Cocoa Beach, Florida. “Reaching 130 isn’t just another milestone to our team, but the

Sail Into Spring: Discovering The 10 Best Cruises For A Perfect Spring Break Getaway

There's a common mistake surrounding the belief that cruises are only good for calm trips on a ship while taking advantage of all-inclusive deals. Sure, it can make for a great plan, but for some people, Spring Break is about letting loose while partying 24/7. And there are cruises

The Airtrain To Laguardia Is Officially Dead; Say Hello To More Buses

If you were hoping to catch a train directly to New York's LaGuardia Airport (LGA), you're out of luck. The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, the government agency that manages LGA, announced Monday that after an extensive review of mass transit options, the proposed

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Time magazine named him the "Person of the Century". He was a physicist, but his name is known by every common laborer, housewife and school child. His last name is synonomous with genius. He is Albert Einstein

Aulani Disney Resort and Spa is Perfect for your Next Girls’ Trip

Tucked away a little more than 20 miles from Honolulu Airport, Aulani, a Disney resort and spa, is a special place for reconnecting with friends on your next girls’ trip. Girls’ trips are an opportunity to reconnect with your friends, release daily stress, check off a bucket list destinations

One More Taste Of Hawaii: Hawaiian Airlines First Class Menu Highlights Award-Winning Chef

The schnitzel was thin, crispy and juicy but somehow not heavy, considering it's a piece of fried meat. Tangy lilikoi (passionfruit) juice was drizzled on top – a Hawaiian twist on the lemon slice – and the acid balances out the dish. Schnitzel isn't my favorite, but this time, I cleared

Chesapeake Shipbuilding Starts Work On New American Cruise Lines' Ship

Chesapeake Shipbuilding has started constructing American Cruise Lines’ fourth Coastal Cat vessel, American Legend, at its yard in Salisbury, Maryland, USA. The 100-guest American Legend will be one of 12 new small ships in the brand’s Project Blue series, which have been

Lithuania Successfully Updates Schengen Information System

Lithuania has successfully updated the Schengen Information System (SIS), which supports borders and law enforcement cooperation between and in the EU Member States, in line with the new regulations adopted by the European Parliament and Council. Announcing the

Avanti Announces Tenerife as New Destination for Independent Travelers; Launches New Vacations, Hotels, Sightseeing Tours and Transfers; Teams with Tenerife Tourism on Advisor Educational Campaign with Gift Card, Webinar, E-brochure

Portland, Oregon, March 13, 2023 – Tenerife, the largest of Spain’s Canary Islands, just 186 miles west of the North African coast, is the newest addition to wholesale tour operator Avanti Destinations'

Passage of the Butler Act

On March 13, 1925, the legislature of the state of Tennessee passed the Butler Act, which declared in part: … that it shall be unlawful for any teacher in any of the Universities, Normals and all other

Spring Break: What To Know About Mexico’s ‘Do Not Travel’ Warnings

March is here, which means many Americans are planning spring break trips. Ahead of the busy travel season, the U.S. Department of State is warning about visiting certain vacation hotspots, especially in Mexico. Last month, the State Department

Top 7 Hotels In Portland, Oregon In 2023

Portland is a beautiful city nestled in the Pacific Northwest. If you’re looking to plan a trip there, you may be considering which hotel you should stay at. If so, we’ve got you covered! Here are 7 hotels in Portland that are perfect for your upcoming stay in

After Awards Season, Take a Deep Dive Into a Unique Vacation Experience

Now that the Oscars are over and the 2022-23 awards season has ended (at least until Emmys campaigning starts in earnest in June), you may be searching for realness as you set vacation plans. Travelers increasingly crave authentic experiences that allow

North America Will Launch Its First Zero-Emission Train This Summer

Just over a decade in the making, a hydrogen-powered train will start moving passengers between much-loved Canadian destinations as of June. It’s the first zero-emissions train in all of North America. Known as Train de Charlevoix, the will link two

TSA Is Using Artificial Intelligence to Reduce Unnecessary Pat-Downs

Airport security is stressful enough, with travelers scrambling to remove their liquids, laptops, and shoes and then hustling through the checkpoint’s body scanner. But add in an unnecessary pat-down, and the whole experience can feel downright

Southern California Is Now Home To The Largest Chicano Art Collection In The World

Learning that Cheech Marin is the largest collector of Chicano art in the world may be surprising to many people. After all, reconciling the stoner comedian best known for Cheech and Chong movies of the seventies with the rarefied world of the art

20 Best Things You Can Do For Free In Nashville

Like its famous hot chicken, Music City knows how to bring the heat. Even with its big-city vibe, Nashville retains the charm and gentility of a small Southern town. Despite the city's growing popularity, it's possible to explore on a budget. From the wild

Cheryl Strayed Has Inspired Millions to Travel. Now She’s Prepping for Her Next Journey

Chances are you’ve heard of Cheryl Strayed. She is the author of Wild: From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail, a New York Times best-seller and international phenomenon that has sold over 4 million copies worldwide and been translated into 40

Explore The City Without Worry: 10 Hotels In New York City With Convenient Parking

New York is one of the top tourist destinations in the world. From visiting the vessel, one of the unusual architectural attractions, to viewing its skyline and the towering skyscrapers, it's never a dull moment in the Big Apple. Planning a trip to New York City

The 12 Best Wyndham Hotels In The World

It may not be the flashiest brand out there, but if you haven’t looked at Wyndham lately, you may be missing out. The company, which includes a mix of brands heavy in the budget and mid-range segments like La Quinta and Ramada, has expanded its luxury

Nickelodeon, Cirque du Soleil And 16 Other Brands You Won't Find On Cruise Ships Anymore

What do Starbucks coffee, Victoria's Secret undies, Swarovski crystals, Mary Frances purses and Guy Fieri burgers have in common? They've all made appearances on cruise ships. As a retail therapy lover, I enjoy nothing more than when a favorite

France Wants to Postpone Introduction of Entry/Exit System Until Paris Olympics Is Over

The French authorities have said that the country wants to postpone the operationalisation of the new EU border system – Entry/Exit System (EES) – until the Summer Olympics is over. The upcoming Summer Olympics, which is held once every four

American Queen Voyages Kicks Off Elevated Culinary Program

American Queen Voyages is launching a newly improved culinary program on its fleet of Rivers, Lakes & Oceans, and Expedition vessels. Travelers will explore port views and sites while embarking on a delicious journey of North American cuisine. Culinary

Founding of the French Foreign Legion

King Louis-Phillippe needed troops for the French colony of Algeria, but foreign soldiers were not permitted to join the French army. The King solved the problem by forming a new military unit on March 10, 1831. The recruits were a mixed bunch: soldiers from other countries, adventurers, and criminals. Forced to work together

WeTravel Hosting Women+ In Travel Webinar On Representation In The Industry

SAN FRANCISCO, CA—Thurs., March 9, 2023- WeTravel–the all-in-one business management platform supporting booking and payments for thousands of multi-day travel businesses–is hosting on March 21, 2023, a

Jet Engine Shortage Crimps Air Travel's Big Comeback

Airlines have never experienced engine trouble quite like this. While the air travel industry is enjoying rip-roaring demand, enough to take it back to the heady days of a pre-covid world, a shortage of jet engines could majorly throttle its ability to capitalize on travelers desperate to

Top 7 Cultural Destinations To Visit In The Americas This Summer

This summer, a vacation should mean more than just hanging out by the pool. Even though that can be fun, if you’re going somewhere, take a chance and head out to a cultural destination or hotspot to learn something new. As alluring as water can sometimes be, exploring more of

Travel Positive: Is This The Sustainable Tourism Blueprint Of The Future?

“We have moved into a new paradigm where the only option is systems transformation. We should therefore call out the many overly optimistic strategies and plans which assume – implicitly or explicitly – that we can carry on as usual in the (blind) hope that technology and

What’s Next for Noma?

Visitors to Noma 2.0, the culinary showcase set on the water adjacent Copenhagen’s formerly industrial Refsaløen district, are likely to be informed upon arrival that the restaurant is composed of multiple buildings, each constructed from a different material but integrated as a single entity under an overarching sheet of glass. This design decision, developed in collaboration with Danish architect Bjarke Ingels, seems

Hawaii May Soon Pass a $50 Green Fee for Visitors

The pristine beaches, dramatic peaks, stunning waterfalls, and thriving wildlife that draw visitors to Hawaii are the exact elements that are impacted by tourism the most. So a bill currently going through the state's legislature is proposing a new Hawaii Green Fee: an annual $50 per

More Than 300 People Fall Ill On Ruby Princess Cruise Ship, CDC Says

More than 300 passengers and crew members got sick on a recent sailing on Princess Cruises' Ruby Princess ship, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said. The agency confirmed 284 of the ship's 2,881 passengers reported being ill during its Feb. 26 voyage, along with

A Loss For Airline Passengers Fighting For More Seat Room – The Decision Keeping Space Tight

Passengers hoping for some relief from the ever-shrinking size of airline seats got nothing from a federal judge this month. The D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals refused to order the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to adopt minimum seat size and spacing on airlines. The ruling

10 Best Beaches In Corsica

The French call Corsica L’Île de Beauté (the Isle of Beauty) for good reason: with 20 peaks topping 2000m the Mediterranean island combines dramatic mountain scenery with beautiful beaches, hidden coves, age-old stone villages, and vegetation that ranges from Alpine to dry

The 8 Best Train Trips for Whiskey Lovers

Whether your preferred pour is bourbon, moonshine, or Scotch—there’s a whiskey train ready to take you for a spin on the rails while you sip your favorite spirit and enjoy the passing scenery. A number of whiskey-making regions around the country (and around the world) are

10 Unique Hotels With A Stunning View Of New York City Skyline

Discovering New York City is an adventure, as it's full of unique neighborhoods, historical landmarks, and architectural landmarks. The Big Apple makes for a great vacation, suitable for many kinds of travelers, from the introverted solo traveler to the enthusiastic group tourist

Barbie's Birthday

The American International Toy Fair in New York on March 9, 1959 debuted a new doll by the Mattel toy company. Named after the daughters of one of Mattel's co-founders, Barbie became an overnight sensation. Most dolls of

Travelers Exploring The United States With Collette Unwind In Iconic Hotels

Pawtucket, RI (March 8, 2023) – Travelers can get the most out of stay when touring the United States with Collette. The tour operator ensures that travelers get to spend the night in special places when exploring the free

Mexico Travel Warnings to Be Aware of Ahead of Spring Break

Even though spring break is in full force, the State Department is warning travelers against heading to the popular destination of Mexico. The State Department's current travel warnings to several states in Mexico, advise travelers to flat out avoid certain places due to crime and

Jetblue Makes No-Notice Devaluation To Travel Credits

When the pandemic first started, JetBlue Airways became the first U.S. carrier to scrap change and cancellation fees in February 2020. Fast forward three years later, and the New York-based carrier is clawing back some of the flexibility that travelers have enjoyed when making modifications to

Cancun: 7 Things Travelers Need To Know Before Visiting

Cancun is a city that was built for tourists and is one of the most popular destinations in Mexico for Americans. The city has built up the infrastructure to support and cater to the millions of tourists it hosts each year. It is easily accessible, affordable, and a great place to relax during the day and

The Family Travel Guide to Getting Lost in Bermuda

With its signature pink sand beaches, mild climate, and subtropical waters, Bermuda is often mistaken as part of the Caribbean. But this 21-square-mile archipelago situated about 650 miles off the coast of North Carolina exists in a world of its own. Bermuda offers an island experience

The Sky Is Not Falling. Air Travel Is Still Safe.

First, a necessary disclaimer. The airline industry is not paying me, or blackmailing me, to tell you that air travel is still safe. Any person who has been on an airplane in the past 20 years can tell you that flying is rife with frustrations, stressors, triggers, and system-wide meltdowns. Luggage

Tom Love, Founder Of Love's Travel Stops, Dies At 85

Love’s Travel Stops and Country Stores says the founder of the truck stop chain known for its red and yellow heart logo, “Clean Places, Friendly Faces” motto and in-store showers has died. The company announced on its website that Tom Love died Tuesday in Oklahoma City. He was 85. A

Cruise Ship American Jazz Brings Luxury Travel To Sacramento River

A new cruise ship, the "American Jazz," has just completed its maiden voyage between Sacramento and the Bay Area. CBS13 went aboard to find out why so many are choosing to cruise, right in our own backyard. Passengers aboard the ship, including Randolph and Patti Perkins, were

The Safest Countries For Black Female Solo Travelers

Being a Black female solo traveler is a one-of-a-kind experience with its own set of challenges and rewards. It allows for a deeper understanding and appreciation of different cultures. However, it requires a heightened awareness of safety and potential discrimination. For Black female solo

French Pension Strikes To Continue Thursday, Disrupting Fuel Supply And Air Travel

Train and air traffic will again be disrupted in France on Thursday and garbage collection in cities including Paris will be patchy as strikes against a planned pension reform are set to enter a third consecutive day. Opinion polls show a majority of voters oppose President Emmanuel Macron's

Does Your Hotel Pair You With A Falcon To Hunt? Why This Tennessee Inn Focuses On Adventure

It was a blustery February day at Southall Farm and Inn in Franklin when my husband and I met David Hudson at an outdoor pavilion. He was about to introduce us to something we'd never done before. Within minutes, I had a large hawk flying at me. We made serious eye contact just before

France's Wine Runs: Marathon Du Médoc Is Fun But Beaujolais Is The Boozy Race To Beat

These days, bar crawls have gotten a whole lot more physical. The world’s first wine marathon, the Marathon du Médoc (near Bordeaux), started in 1985, and since then, wine-infused runs have popped up all over the globe. Rather than jelly candies and gel sachets, runners participating in

Top 13 Amusement Parks In Upstate New York That Are Worth Driving To

Upstate New York is filled with some of the world's most praised attractions. Situated in the northern portion of the state, the city is known for its beautiful view, scenic neighborhoods, and of course, its many amusement parks. Whether visitors are looking for something exciting and

Sea Cloud Cruises Will Head To Venice This Summer

Sea Cloud Cruises will be setting a course for the historic center of Venice this summer. According to Sea Cloud Cruises, their windjammers are some of the only ships still permitted by the Italian government to dock in the heart of the lagoon city. The cruise company has planned a number of

Evil Empire

On March 8, 1983, President Ronald Reagan in a speech to the National Association of Evangelicals in Orlando, Florida first used publicly the phrase "evil empire." In that speech, with reference to the Soviet Union, Reagan said: In your discussions of the nuclear freeze proposals, I urge you to beware the temptation

State Department Warns Against Travel To Some Parts Of Mexico

After four Americans were violently kidnapped, and two them were brutally murdered in Matamoros, Mexico, some travelers are wondering if the country is safe for Americans heading to spring break. The border city is just 20 minutes from Brownsville, Texas. It is the latest stark

The Women Who Travel Power List 2023

Introducing this list is a full-circle moment for me. In 2011, when I started Nomadness Travel Tribe, a community for travelers of color, the travel space looked and sounded quite different. Instagram wasn't even a year old. There were no travel influencers and only a handful of

Spend A Year on a Cruise Traveling the World for $30,000

Many professionals have ditched the office to work remotely, and everyone’s experience is completely different. In-person meetings are a thing of the past, and most people have moved to a different city or country for a better quality of life. The pandemic, among other things

Gateway To Nature: The Ultimate Travel Guide To Great Falls & Things To Do

Located in Central Montana, on the Missouri River, the Great Falls is a one-of-a-kind vacation destination. It is the third-most populous city in Montana, boasting a population of about 60,000 residents (which still isn't much compared to other states' city hubs). The city offers

First-Ever Luxury River Cruises to Set Sail on Colombia's Magdalena River

The Magdalena River is part of Colombia’s lifeblood. Flowing northward nearly 1,000 miles along the western side of the country before spilling into the Caribbean Sea, the waterway has served as a critical transport link throughout history. Today, it connects numerous towns

You Can Go Rock Climbing During Your Next Layover at This Airport

If a butterfly garden, fine dining, and hotel weren’t enough to keep you entertained during your next layover, Singapore’s famed Changi Airport has an adventurous new addition for thrill seeking travelers. This weekend, Climb@T3, a state-of-the-art climbing facility, will open to

'I'm Concerned': Buttigieg Takes A Look At The Increase In Near-Collisions At Airports

A series of high-profile near-collisions at airports in recent months have left many experts and travelers alike wondering what's going on with the nation's air transportation system. Some of the potentially catastrophic situations included a FedEx plane that was cleared to land

Notre-Dame Cathedral Set To Reopen In December 2024

Tourists, locals, and worshippers will soon be able to return to the iconic medieval French Gothic-style Notre-Dame Cathedral. The cathedral’s history, gorgeous architecture, unique art, stained-glass windows, and special artifacts have attracted crowds for centuries

Get into: Dancehall in Jamaica

Dancehall isn’t just a genre of music. For Jamaicans, it’s a way of life. The impact of this subculture is so massive that it forms part of everything Jamaicans do – from how we talk, dress, dance and even celebrate. The number-one way to see and experience dancehall in

The 11 Best Seaside Walks in Europe

From rocky cliffs to pristine beaches, there is much to see when walking along Europe’s diverse coastlines. Get your hiking boots out and set foot on these great walks. They still exist in Europe, the unspoiled coastlines. Anyone who walks along the European coasts may encounter an intensive sensory experience at every turn: the air tastes of salt, the wind caresses your hair, the waves rustle and if you can take your

Spring Into Comfort: 10 Top-Rated Hotels To Stay In Virginia

A visit to one of Virginia's stunning wineries or a stroll down the state's uncrowded, pristine beaches in the springtime is an experience to remember. Explore Virginia's beautiful landscapes, including gushing waterfalls and acres of vibrant wildflowers. Visit one of Virginia's family

No, Unruly Passenger: You Can’t Physically Open A Plane Door Midflight

It’s been a repeated scene in the skies: unruly airline passengers terrify fellow travelers when they try to open a plane door during their flight. Most recently, a man tried to open an emergency exit door during a cross-country flight on Sunday before attempting to stab a flight

The First Moxy Hotel In Brooklyn Is Proof That The Affordable Brand Is Finally Growing Up

In a city flush with hotels, deciding where to stay in NYC can be challenging. That's why I often tell my friends and family visiting New York City to skip tourist-filled Midtown for a stay in my neighborhood, the fashionable, eclectic and (mostly) laid-back area of Brooklyn called

European Tourism Organizations Co-Sign Code of Conduct Agreement on Tourism Data Sharing

About 20 organizations representing the travel and tourism sector at the European level approved an agreement to sign a Code of Conduct for data sharing in the tourism sector. Through a statement issued today, March 8, the European Travel Commission (ETC) emphasised that

Golda Meir Becomes Israel's Prime Minister

At a time in our history when women are closer to the United States presidency than ever before, it is worthwhile noting great female heads of state from the past. On March 7, 1969, Golda Meir became the Prime Minister

The Cruise Line and Airline to Choose for Eco-friendly Travel

As conscious travelers consider climate change and their individual impact on the globe, deciding how to travel is, for some, as big a question as where to go. Transportation industry leaders like the cruise line and airline below are investing significant resources in reducing the carbon footprint

New Cost To Travel To Europe Delayed Until 2024 — What Visitors Need To Know

The European Union has once again delayed the date to begin its European Travel Information and Authorization System known as ETIAS. The date has been pushed from November 2023 and is now “coming in 2024.” This is the third time the ETIAS launch has been delayed. It was supposed to

Vegan Safari: A New Trend For Animal-loving Travelers

A safari is a type of tourist activity that gives people the chance to see exotic animals, explore natural landscapes and learn about other cultures. They offer both adventure and relaxation, which makes them a popular choice among travelers who want to do something different and memorable

Tokyo: 7 Things Travelers Need To Know Before Visiting

Tokyo is a glorious mix of old and new. It is a city that balances tradition and technology like nowhere else and is buzzing and chaotic yet somehow also ordered and calm. Tokyo is a modern city, but it still has a culture that shines bright. It is also incredibly safe, clean, and delicious and

Lessons on Regenerative Travel From a Luxury Hotel

I have a confession. I’ve never been a particularly big fan of Hawaii. Don’t get me wrong. It’s holy-crap!! beautiful, has epic surf breaks like Pipeline, and the fresh poke anywhere you go is worth a trip on its own. But it’s rarely (if ever) at the top of my vacation list. To me, it’s always felt like

Europe Is Trying To Ditch Planes For Trains. Here's How That's Going

Ever since the “flight shame” movement began encouraging travelers to seek greener alternatives to jet planes, many in Europe have been looking to the continent’s extensive rail network to replace short-haul air travel. There’s definitely been progress, with airlines like Dutch carrier KLM entering

Travel Document Rule Change For French Day Trips

French national day trip visitors arriving on commercial passenger ferries will be allowed to enter Jersey using their national ID cards, under a new pilot scheme. It is being introduced to address the "significant decline" in day trip passengers to Jersey following Brexit. Rules were brought in

Yes, You Need Rental Car Insurance—But You May Already Have It

You wouldn’t be the first to be caught off-guard by the on-the-spot barrage of questions at the rental car counter. Will you prepay for gas or fill it yourself? Is there more than one driver? And the biggest stumper: Do you want to add on different types of insurance? No matter how long your

8 Gorgeous Villas in Tuscany to Rent This Summer

Tuscany is a beloved destination for Americans and Brits alike—so much so that in the U.K., it has been dubbed Chiantishire, as travelers decamp from gloomy England and set up in villas for a summer of sightseeing, swimming, and socializing. But Tuscany is large and there are many hidden

Despite Safety Concerns, Travel Agents See Spike In Spring Break Travel To Mexico

Despite safety concerns, in Mexico where four people were kidnapped, travel agents in North Texas said they continue to see an uptick in people traveling for Spring Break and ahead of summertime. People are making their way out the country ahead of warmer temperatures. "Travel is back and

New York City Launches Borough Pass — How It Works, Plus Where You Can Visit

A marketer and self-described change agent is looking to change the way tourists to New York take in the city. John A. Marshall is the force behind NYC Borough Pass, a program that allows visitors to buy a pass from the company and use it for discounts at attractions all across the city. Visitors can

How to Get Behind the Scenes at Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin? Take a Baking Class.

For anyone who has fantasized about living in a Frank Lloyd Wright-designed dwelling, being told to freely explore Taliesin, the architect’s southwestern Wisconsin home, with a Spotted Cow farmhouse ale in one hand and a wedge of Pleasant Ridge Reserve cheese in the other, comes pretty close. In

UN Passes New Oceans Treaty To Protect Marine Biological Diversity

The United Nations (UN) passed a new oceans treaty that focuses on the conservation of marine biological diversity of areas beyond national jurisdiction (BBNJ) on 4 March 2023. The treaty, which was developed in cooperation with the International Maritime Organization (IMO), aims to protect

FBI Investigates Death Aboard Carnival Cruise Ship

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has been called in to investigate a death onboard the Carnival Sunshine. The incident occurred during the ship’s February 27, 2023 sailing, and proper authorities are working to determine the circumstances of the case. At no time were other guests or

A Celestial Show: Where To Witness The Most 10 Spectacular Northern Lights Displays In The U.S.

The northern lights, also known as aurora borealis, are a breathtaking natural phenomenon witnessed in various parts of the world. While many people often associate this celestial display with the Scandinavian countries, the United States also offers some incredible spots to catch this awe

11 Best Places To Take Your Parents And Grandparents On Holiday

There’s a pivotal moment in life when you make the decision to take your parents or grandparents on holiday for the first time. It’s your chance to take the driving seat and plan a perfect trip for the people who first set you on the path to becoming a traveler – think of it as thank you in holiday

This New Ship Will Sail the U.S. on Some of the Country's Most Beautiful Rivers

American Cruise Lines is kicking off its biggest season yet on the Mississippi River with itineraries on its all-new American Serenade ship. The sixth ship in the company’s American Riverboat series will set sail on April 20, 2023, on its inaugural journey down the Mississippi River. On the eight-day trip

Remember the Alamo

The territory of Texas was in the northern region of Mexico known as Coahuila y Tejas. Rebel forces in Texas wanted independence from Mexico. The Mexican government saw Texas as an important bulwark against the

Travel Demand Fuels A Boom In Asia Pacific — In Hotel Rates

Finding a great hotel deal may be harder than ever before. Hotel rates are at an “all-time high,” Alan Watts, Hilton’s Asia-Pacific president, told “Squawk Box Asia” on Thursday. Rates are being fueled by travel demand that is like “a feast … to offset the famine,” he said, referencing the

German Travel Industry Sees 2023 Rebound To Pre-Pandemic Highs

The war in Ukraine and a cost-of-living crisis are not spoiling German consumers' appetite for a holiday, travel industry body DRV said on Monday, forecasting a return this year to the record sales seen before the COVID-19 pandemic. The year got off to a strong start, with revenue for travel

U.S. Issues New Travel Advisory For Costa Rica

Costa Rica is a popular getaway given its close proximity to the U.S., with stunning beaches, lush rainforests, and welcoming locals. These are just a few of the highlights of this Central American paradise. What is normally considered to be a safe destination for travelers, Costa Rica has had an

How to Have the Best Possible Trip in Provence

Our 10-day trip through the Luberon and the Côte d’Azur was excellently organized in all its details—hotels, restaurants, museums, and more—by France-based travel adviser Philip Haslett, of Kairos Travel—the man to contact (philip@kairos-travel.com). The hotels were impeccably hospitable, each

These Are The World's Best Airports For Customer Experience

There’s way more to an airport than the mechanics of getting from point A to point B, and the best airports put a lot into making passengers’ journeys as seamless and pleasant as possible. The Airport Service Quality Awards, announced on Monday, recognize the world’s best airports for

How To Plan A Train Journey Around Japan

In this series, we take you step by step through how we plan some of our most complicated travel adventures, so you can recreate them yourself with ease. Here, Japanese-railway enthusiast John Walton shares advice on how to stretch your yen as far as possible on a train trip through Japan

Lufthansa Unveils New Cabins With Over-the-Top First and Business Suites

In a sweeping overhaul of the airline’s international passenger experience, German flag carrier Lufthansa has unveiled swanky new cabins, from economy up through first class. The refreshed on-board product, dubbed “Allegris” by the airline, is a nose-to-tail upgrade across all four classes of

The Only All-Hawaiian Entertainment Luau In Hawaii Tells A Dark Story

A gentle song filled the air as the hula dancers gracefully took the stage for the next performance of the Aliʻi Lūʻau ʻOnipaʻa at the Polynesian Cultural Center in Laie, Oahu. However, rather than wearing a traditional hula skirt – they were dressed in Victorian-era gowns. Everyone's eyes were drawn to

Marrakech International Storytelling Festival Revived the Art of Storytelling

The Marrakech International Storytelling Festival highlighted something that embodies the essence of who we are as people: storytelling. As a child, I learned much about my Trinidadian heritage through the stories of our history and culture that was passed down for generations. Growing up in

10 Best Gardens to Visit in the United Kingdom

The loveliest gardens in a region known for them. Who among us is not longing for the soothing balm of nature? Our nervous systems are raw from the endless cycles of terrible news and, after a long, cold winter stuck indoors, our anxieties thrum through our tight bodies like angry electric

Fun In the Sun: 10 Budget-Friendly Hostels In Phoenix

Phoenix is a dream destination for anyone who wants to enjoy the sunny climate, vibrant nightlife, and cultural attractions. From discovering the ancient Petroglyphs and visiting the musical instruments museum to hiking Camelback mountain, Phoenix is the perfect destination for a fun and

Can You Have Multiple Passports?

The U.S. is just one of the more than 60 countries that permit dual citizenship, allowing its citizens to hold passports from other countries in addition to their American passports. Dual citizenship, also known as dual nationality, allows you to work, live and study (among other benefits) in each

Carnival Cruise Line Adds Cruises to Iceland and Greece in 2024

Carnival Cruise Line has announced new cruises to Europe in 2024 including sailings that will visit Iceland, Greece, Italy, Spain and other European destinations. Carnival will sail a series of 17 cruises in Europe on Carnival Legend in 2024. The cruise ship will homeport in the following three cities in

Cunard Announces Winter 2025 Program

Cunard’s newest ship, Queen Anne, is set to embark on her first World Voyage in 2025. The luxury cruise line announced its Winter 2025 program, which has over 133 voyages with stops at 159 unique destinations worldwide. Queen Anne will be the only ship to offer a full World Voyage in

American Cruise Lines on the Mighty Mississippi: Biggest Season Yet Opens March 2023

Guilford, CT—March 1, 2023—American Cruise Lines has just begun the biggest season ever on the Mississippi River. This year, the company is introducing brand new American Serenade, the 6thin the Line’s acclaimed

Ponce de Leon

On this day in 1513, Ponce de Leon set sail from Puerto Rico to find the fabled Fountain of Youth. Caribbean Indian legends spoke of magical waters, a drink of which would guarantee a life free from the worries of old

I've Spent 100 Hours Traveling Over 3,000 Miles By Train In 5 Countries. Here Are My 7 Tips For Making Time Fly On Long Rail Journeys.

I take more trains than anyone else I know. Over the last year and a half, I've spent nearly 150 hours traveling by train in places ranging from the East Coast of the US to the Canadian provinces of Ontario and Québec, and the European countries of Germany, Austria, Italy, and

I’d Always Dreamt Of Solo Travel — But I Didn’t Realise It’d Be Different As A Young Woman Of Colour

It wasn’t long after I’d graduated from high school that I jumped on a plane to see the other side of the world, all by myself. As many hopeful, adventurous young people do, I dreamt of leaving Sydney and seeing the world. I romanticised it for so long, waxing poetic about my pursuit to

Dreamy Destin: The Ultimate Destin Travel Guide & Things To Do There

Destin is a charming city located in Okaloosa County, in the northwest part of Florida. Known as the "world's luckiest fishing village" due to its long history of fishing and abundance of fish in the Gulf of Mexico, this area maintains its small-town feel and vibrant cultural roots. Speaking of

Need a New U.S. Passport? Don't Delay, Wait Times Have Climbed

Last year, the U.S. State Department processed 21,995,760 passports, a record number that’s more than at any point since tallying began in 1974. That trend doesn’t seem to be slowing down in 2023, especially as the busy spring and summer travel season is looming. U.S. travelers

These Heroic Dogs Were Treated to First-class Seats on Turkish Airlines for Helping With Turkey's Earthquake Recovery Efforts — See the Photos

Rescue dogs who have contributed to the recovery efforts of the tragic earthquakes in Turkey were recently treated to first- and business- class seats on their journey. “It was the least we could do to show our appreciation for these heroic dogs’ sincere and heroic efforts.” a Turkish

Why United's Polaris Business Class Is Worth the Upgrade on Its New Nonstop Flight to Australia

In recent months—after nearly three years of COVID-imposed lockdowns—travelers have finally been able get back to Australia. The timing couldn’t be more ideal. After all, it’s peak Aussie summer travel season, while here in Northern Hemisphere winter, spring remains elusive. For

You Don't Have To Spend A Fortune In New York City To Have A Good Time: Here Are My Recommendations

New York City is one of the best tourist destinations in the world. A city that, every time I visit, has something new to offer. However, it is also one of the most expensive destinations. If you have been planning a trip to the Big Apple for some time and you still can't make it because your

This Expedition Cruise Ship To Sail Where No Cruise Ship Has Gone Before

You have the chance to sail to a location practically no one has been to before. Aurora Expeditions is planning to take cruisers to Greenland’s northern tip — a place the cruise line says no other company has gone to before. With only 126 passengers, the new itinerary onboard the

Why Americans Should Visit Canada This Summer

Are you stuck on where to go this summer? Many Americans overlook their neighbor to the north when planning an international vacation. But Canada is a destination that should not be missed! Easy access from the U.S., great weather, beautiful nature, cool cities, and a favorable exchange

Ready For A Challenge? Try These 10 Epic Long-Distance Hikes In The Us

When adventurer Benton MacKaye conceived of the Appalachian Trail in 1921, he probably had no idea how thru-hiking, long-distance hiking and backpacking would one day take the outdoor industry by storm. Today, thousands grab a backpack, stuff it with a stove, camping gear and

The Surprisingly Obvious Reason for the Cheap Hair Dryer in Your Hotel Room

“They’re all terrible!” exclaimed Jen Held. Held, who lives in Buffalo and works as an SVP at a bank, regularly travels for both business and pleasure and said she doesn’t trust the “cheap” hair dryers provided by the four- and five-star hotels where she typically stays. Her solution to this

10 Most Expensive Hotels In Brazil Where You Can Experience Luxury

There are many unique experiences that travelers can have in Brazil. Travelers can go on incredible day trips from Rio de Janeiro and enjoy the must-try local dishes. There are many stunning beaches to explore in Brazil, including the well-known Copacabana Beach, that travelers

Say It Ain't So: Royal Caribbean Is Latest Cruise Line To Cut Service To Cabins On Ships

It looks like the days of over-the-top service on cruise ships are coming to an end — at least on mass-market vessels. The world's largest cruise line, Royal Caribbean, in recent days has begun cutting back on the level of service that room attendants on its ships provide, following similar

The Jazz in the Gardens Music Festival Comes to Florida

If you’re planning to head to Florida in March, check out the 2023 Jazz in The Gardens Music Festival in Miami Gardens. The two-day festival happens on March 11 and 12, at the Hard Rock Stadium. This special event, which had a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, is entering its

The Birth of Dr. Seuss

On this day in 1904, Theodor Geisel was born in Springfield, Massachusetts. By the time of his death 87 years later in 1991, he had written 40 books selling more than 200 million copies. His pen name "Dr.

The 5 Best Cruise Travel Insurance Plans

While smooth sailing will always be the aim, cruising today is often about expecting the unexpected. You can prepare yourself by taking out an insurance policy that can compensate you when your vacation at sea does not go as planned. Need to cancel your trip last minute due to

The Mental Health Benefits of Travel

Although I am retired from my psychiatric clinical and administrative work, my wife and I still consider our annual 3-week sun birding in Houston from Milwaukee a vacation. While so doing, we have discovered a variety of mental health benefits over such times: much warmer and

10 Luxury Destinations That Belong on Your Travel Bucket List

After all the pandemic-related restrictions and isolation, many people are clamoring to book flights and make up for lost time. And since travel has been on the back burner these past few years, those with wanderlust are pouring thousands of hard-earned dollars into visiting the most

4 Tips for Accessible and Inclusive Travel in Hawaii, According to a Traveler With a Disability

Not everyone has the luxury of spontaneity — to fly by the seat of their pants, booking last-minute trips and making plans as they go. For travelers with disabilities and chronic health conditions, advanced planning is crucial for safety and ease. I live with a neurological condition

15 Reasons Why A Solo Cruise Is A Great Way To Travel

Have you ever thought of cruising on your own? Some people can't imagine the idea, but for others, it is a fantastic way to travel. I recently took a 10 day solo cruise and loved it. In fact, it turned out to be one the most relaxing vacations I have ever taken. More and more people are

Amsterdam: 7 Things Travelers Need To Know Before Visiting

Amsterdam is so much more than the parties, lax laws, and coffee shops it is famous for. This charming city is also a cultural hub full of museums, creative establishments, and an admirable gezellig way of life. Often referred to as a big village, Amsterdam is accessible and approachable

Best Things to do in Arizona

There are few places quite as ICONIC as Arizona. We’ll cover some of the best things to do in Arizona, from the cinema-famous wondrous landscapes to the sunsets that won’t stop, the state has some incredible things to offer. If you are here for a week or a season, let this Arizona travel

Lufthansa Flight Diverts To Virginia After 'Significant Turbulence,' And 7 People Are Transported To Hospitals

A Lufthansa flight traveling from Texas to Germany was diverted to Virginia’s Washington Dulles International Airport on Wednesday evening because of turbulence that left some passengers injured, an airport spokesperson said. Lufthansa Flight 469, which took off from Austin

Hyatt Opens New All Inclusive Resort In Punta Cana

The Dominican Republic has been a hotspot for travelers in the resurgence of worldwide tourism this year. In particular, Punta Cana is at the top of the list. With many luxe hotel and AirBnB options, there is one more exciting option to consider. Earlier this month, this brand new all

The Best Time to View D.C.'s Cherry Blossoms This Year is Sooner Than You Might Think

The National Park Service (NPS) has forecasted that Washington, D.C.’s famous cherry blossoms will reach peak bloom—when 70 percent of the flowers are open—between March 22–25, 2023. Although blossoms will start to open before then, the second to last week of March is predicted

A Garbage Team: United Airlines And Sesame Street Partner On Green Education Campaign

United Airlines has a new Chief Trash Officer, and his name is Oscar the Grouch. That's right: the Chicago-based carrier paired up with Sesame Workshop on a new education campaign to help travelers better understand how sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) works, especially focusing on

Why Overwater Villas Are The Ultimate Luxury Escape For 2023

Warm clear seas, tropical vistas and utter luxury: say hello to an overwater bungalow or villa vacation in 2023. Detached villas that seem to float above the sea, these stilt-mounted structures bring the sea to and around you. One of the world’s great luxuries, overwater bungalows are

How to Travel While Immunocompromised

Immunocompromised people always have to be cautious. As a kid with two kidney transplants, I had to purposefully ruin my immune system so that my body’s defenses wouldn’t ruin the kidneys that my parents gave me. I couldn’t go to preschool, didn’t have a dog or cat growing

Affordable Southern Hospitality: 10 Budget-Friendly Hotels In Charleston

With an old-world charm and picture-perfect Southern details, there’s no better place to experience Southern hospitality than in Charleston, South Carolina. It’s a popular tourist destination with amazing activities that keep history buffs, food, and nature lovers glued for

Collette’s 2 New Tours To Boston Make Great Summer Getaways For Travelers

Pawtucket, RI (March 1, 2023) – Collette’s two new tours to Boston are great summer getaways for any traveler looking to explore the historic city. The brand new “Boston & The Cape” tour, as well as the new and improved

APT & Goway Announce Exclusive Distribution Partnership

TORONTO, ON - As part of its ongoing drive to support North American travel agents, leading tour operator APT & Travelmarvel has announced an exciting partnership with Goway Travel. Goway will become the company's

Yellowstone National Park

The world's first national park came into existence on this date in 1872, when US President Ulysses S. Grant signed into law an act establishing Yellowstone National Park. The park is located largely in the state of

Train Crash In Greece Kills At Least 36 People And Leaves Scores More Injured As Station Master Arrested

A passenger train carrying hundreds of people, including many university students coming back from their holidays, collided at high speed with an oncoming freight train in a fiery wreck in northern Greece, killing at least 36 people and injuring some 85, officials said Wednesday

Top 6 Ways To Avoid Flight Cancelations And Delays

How can you avoid flight cancelations and delays on your upcoming travels? According to data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics, 2.44% of flights were canceled in 2022 – a 33% increase compared to the previous year. Not to mention, thousands of travelers deal with flight

‘We Were Very Lucky’: Near-Collisions Spark New Worries For Air Travel

The first two months of 2023 have seen an uptick in near-collisions involving commercial planes in the U.S. — a sign of potential trouble for an American aviation system that hasn’t had a fatal airliner crash in nearly a decade. In fact, during January and February, commercial jets

What Travelers To Turkey Need To Know

It’s been nearly a month since a 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck Turkey and Syria, claiming the lives of thousands of people and injuring many more. The devastating impact of the events, and the aftershocks that have followed, have left many travelers who had been planning to visit the

Stay Here Next: The Muir Hotel in Halifax, Nova Scotia

Over the past two years, the $200 million development of the Queen’s Marque District has transformed the Halifax waterfront. Once a parking lot, this section of the harbor is now a thriving hub drawing both travelers and locals with its dynamic restaurants, wide range of local

Unsure Of What Meds You Need Before An International Trip? Here's How Your Pharmacist Can Help.

If you ever stop by the pharmacy before a trip, you might be grabbing plastic bags for airport security, travel-size toiletries or picking up medication before you leave home. But pharmacists can do much more than just fill prescriptions: For travelers going abroad, they can provide a

Starting Today, All Visitors To Great Smoky Mountains National Park Will Need This One Thing

Today is the first day Great Smoky Mountains National Park is using its “Park it Forward” program. The program calls for a valid parking tag to be displayed in all vehicles that are parked for more than 15 minutes. “We owe a huge thanks to our park neighbors, communities, partners

The 6 Most Delightful Day Trips From Madrid

The vibrant city of Madrid is overflowing with artistic and culinary treasures, not to mention an irresistible energy of its own – we'd recommend a minimum of three days to immerse yourself in its charms. The capital of Spain also serves as a gateway to some of the most beautiful towns

The 12 Most Insanely Luxurious Hotel Suites in the United States

Sometimes an ordinary hotel room just won’t do. In many fine hotels across the United States, opulent suites are hiding behind very ordinary-looking doors. Many of these suites have served as a home-away-from-home for Presidents, celebrities, billionaires, and high rollers. Some come

Discovering Lord Howe Island: 10 Top Attractions And Hidden Gems

Stunning islands encircle The Land Down Under. Australia offers unforgettable experiences to its visitors, and every person looking for a utopia can find the perfect island, whether looking for a luxurious, wild, secluded, or rugged one. Still, Lord Howe Island is special. This utter idyll is

Did Norwegian Cruise Line Make Its New Ships Too Small? Executives Hint At An Answer

Are Norwegian Cruise Line's new Prima-class ships too small? Norwegian executives suggested as much Tuesday during a conference call in which they announced a major change to the design of future vessels in the series. Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings president and CEO Frank Del Rio told

Kouri-Vini: The Return Of The Us' Lost Language

It was born from the horrors of the trans-Atlantic slave trade and then slowly disappeared. Now, its speakers are reclaiming it as part of their identity. At the Hideaway on Lee, a bar and music venue in Lafayette, Louisiana, Cedric Watson belted out the lyrics to "Oh, Bye Bye" in Louisiana

EU Confirms ETIAS Has Been Postponed to 2024, Says an Exact Date Isn't Available Yet

The European Union authorities have confirmed that the European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS) has indeed been postponed to 2024, as previously reported by SchengenVisaInfo.com. According to Anitta Hipper, the EU Commission’s Spokesperson for Home

Next Stop, London? Here Are 7 Lively Areas You Should Visit

Jolly ole’ London is an international city with more shops, pubs and history than you can absorb in one visit. While there are many great areas, these seven will give you a well-rounded glimpse into this wonderful city. A lot of London has been modernized, but the churches, the Palace of

Regent Seven Seas Cruises Reveals Immersive Culinary Program, Epicurean Perfection

Today, Regent Seven Seas shared news of the brand’s new immersive culinary program, Epicurean Perfection, a culinary experience to give guests the “opportunity to taste the world around them” both on and off the ship. Epicurean Perfection will begin on 11 new Epicurean

Carnival Announces Changes To Stop Passengers’ Bad Behavior — 3 Things It’s Doing Now

As the spring break and summer cruise seasons approach, Carnival Cruise Line wants future passengers and prospective passengers alike to know it will not tolerate unruly or illegal activity aboard its ships. First, the cruise line began sending a “Guest Advisory” email to people who

Buses To Boats: The Best Ways To Travel Around In Puerto Rico

Congestion is a part of life in Puerto Rico, where everyone and their grandmother owns a car, and driving is the predominant mode of transportation. Puerto Rico is also a large island with a dearth of public transportation and many far-flung destinations. Driving, it seems, is the easiest

The Republican Party is Born

On this day in 1854, a group of former Democrats, Free Soilers, and other abolitionists (about 50 slavery opponents in all) met in Ripon, Wisconsin, to call for creation of a new political party. The American Civil

WeTravel Launches We Travel For Women Campaign

WeTravel will celebrate throughout Women’s History Month the significant contributions of women in travel by featuring a woman-written, woman-curated article a day in its Women in Travel Academy

Longing For The 'Golden Age' Of Air Travel? Be Careful What You Wish For

Long lines at security checkpoints, tiny plastic cups of soda, small bags of pretzels, planes filled to capacity, fees attached to every amenity – all reflect the realities of 21st century commercial air travel. It’s no wonder that many travelers have become nostalgic for the

American Travel Restriction To Schengen Zone To Be Delayed

Among the top European countries visited by Americans are the United Kingdom, Italy, France, and Germany. With the exception of the U.K. since Brexit, the other three European countries are part of the so-called Schengen Area. U.S. travelers will be relieved to know that

Eugene Levy Fell for South Africa While Filming His New Travel Show

“When I was growing up, the one show I would watch with my dad was the docuseries Wild Kingdom. He got such a kick out of watching lions attacking antelope. And I got a kick out of watching him watching the show. Over the years, I think I saw every animal in the

Here are Reasons You Should Visit Santa Marta, Colombia

When thinking of places to visit in Colombia, cities like Cartagena, Medellin, and Bogotá are usually top of mind. However, the lesser-known hidden gem beach town of Santa Marta should be on your bucket list. Santa Marta, a premier beach destination, sits on the

Top 7 Resorts In Maui This Spring

Maui is one of several gorgeous islands that make up the Hawaiian island chain. When it comes to planning a trip somewhere, choosing where to stay is always one of the most important parts. If you’re looking to plan a trip there, we’ve got you covered. Here are 7 resorts

TSA Is Asking Travelers With Pets To Stop Doing This One Thing — Here’s What It Is

The Transportation Security Administration has a message for all travelers: Do not send your pet through the X-ray machine at airports. While it doesn’t happen every day, Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officials note that incidents of people accidentally, or

These Are The Top 5 LGBTQ+ Destinations According To A New Study

Traveling while being part of the LGBTQ+ community can be difficult, depending on where you go. But it doesn’t have to be complicated. Some destinations are great for the community, even if they seem like they need to be more upfront. As travelers, you want to be

‘Magic’ on the Slopes: In Vail, 2,000 Black Skiers Celebrate a Milestone

In the weeks leading up to my February trip to snowy Vail, I was told by several people — promised, really — that I would “feel the magic” of the 50th anniversary gathering of the National Brotherhood of Skiers before I even arrived in Colorado. “There’s a palpable

This Train Is the Highest Railway in Northern Europe — and Visits 21 Idyllic Small Towns

Train travel is having a real moment. As travelers look to enjoy slower, more intentional getaways, they’re turning to trains as not just a mode of transportation but an attraction in their own right. Pinterest even named train travel as its top travel prediction for 2023, citing

Stay Here Next: Playa Viva in Juluchuca, Mexico

In 2008, when Playa Viva opened five biophilic hotel rooms on a 200-acre reserve between the Pacific Ocean and the purple Sierra Madre range, it rewilded a barren site and began to offer support to communities in the nearby village of Juluchuca for education, health care

How Desantis’s War With Disney Could Change The Park Experience

When travelers think of Disney World, they probably think of rides, castles, a giant mouse and an even-more-humongous price tag. Questions of trash collection, fire-rescue services and building codes probably don’t come to mind. Those behind-the-scenes operations

Discover Bali On A Budget: Top 10 Hostels For Backpackers In 2023

Bali has some of the most famous Instagrammable spots and the most beautiful beaches that can make anyone's trip here truly memorable. There are so many adventurous and exciting things to do in Bali and it's possible for travelers to visit Bali on a budget and

What Is The Cheapest Time To Take A Cruise? What Travelers Should Know.

When it comes to finding cruise deals, timing is important. Like other forms of travel, there are certain windows when travelers can find particularly good fares – and others when it's harder. "If you're looking for a deal over Christmas, you're probably not going to find it,"

'Travel Is Highly Discouraged;' Wintry Blast Set To Create Havoc In Sierra

With as much as seven feet of new snow expected over the next 72 hours, the California Highway Patrol and National Weather Service on Monday warned travelers to stay away from the Sierra. The weather service has issued a blizzard warning for a wide swath of the

End Of An Era: Miami Finally Dethroned As World's Busiest Cruise Port

The cruise port that started it all has finally met its match. For the first time since the modern age of cruising began more than 50 years ago, the Port of Miami can no longer claim the title of world's busiest cruise port. The new leader in the battle of the cruise ship

City of Galveston to Add New Tariff on Cruise Passengers

To help offset expenses generated by its tourism industry, trustees of the city of Galveston and Port of Galveston are finalizing an ordinance that would add a 50 cent tariff on cruise tickets. The tariff is already in effect for Royal Caribbean, which opened a new $125

National Park Service Announces Exciting Changes To Lincoln Memorial — Here’s What’s Planned

Most visitors to the famed Lincoln Memorial in Washington are unaware of the structure’s undercroft, a cavernous area underneath the tribute to America’s 16th president. That’s about to change in a big way. National Park Service (NPS) officials have awarded a contract to

Greenland's Natural 'Medicine For The Soul'

Nothing puts you more in awe of nature than sleeping on a 3km-thick slab of ice underpinned by snow that fell more than a million years ago. Camp Ice Cap near the town of Kangerlussuaq offers an extraordinary opportunity to camp for a night on the Greenland Ice Sheet

Hawaii Locals Want Tourists To Be More Respectful: Here Is What Travelers Need To Know Before Visiting

Hawaii has experienced an influx of travelers since reopening from the pandemic. Locals ask that tourists be more respectful when visiting

The best time and days to book your domestic and international flights

This week in travel news: the best time and day to book your flights, new business and first class cabins for Qantas and Air France, and the only woman living on an island populated by convicted criminals

Chinese airlines left at the gate as international travel takes off

State-owned carriers grapple with headwinds including lingering Covid rules and limits on tourist visas

Top 8 Hotels In Los Angeles

Here are eight amazing hotels with great reviews that are perfect for your upcoming trip to Los Angeles, California

New route roundup: Frontier and Avelo add cities, United and Air Canada expand schedules

Airlines are expanding as summer approaches. Here's a round up of the latest announcements from United, Frontier, Avelo and Air Canada

Easter holiday warning as more travel strikes planned before Easter

Transport workers are walking out across Europe in the coming weeks

The best hotel pools in Las Vegas 2023

Las Vegas is known for its flashy hotels and casinos, but did you know it's also home to some of the best hotel pools in the U.S.

10 Most Affordable And Highly-Rated Hotels In New York City For A Memorable Stay

Discover 10 affordable and highly rated hotels in the heart of New York City. Enjoy quality service and a comfortable stay without breaking the bank

Everything you need to know about MSC Cruises cabins and suites

MSC Cruises offers accommodations to fit all types of travelers, including inside cabins, midlevel staterooms with windows and balconies, and high-end suites that offer cruisers with larger budgets a private oasis. TPG breaks down what you can expect when you sail with MSC

Popular Experience Returns to Norwegian Cruise Line

Norwegian brings back the Meet the Winemakers series, with some of the world's leading experts in food, wine, and for the first time, whisky

5 Incredible Excursions On A Small Ship Alaska Cruise

These exciting experiences are proof that taking a small ship cruise is one of the best ways to discover Alaska

G Adventures' Peru trips to restart from March 1

G Adventures is relaunching its operations in Peru from March 1, 2023. The adventure operator has been poised to relaunch trips, following the reopening of Machu Picchu, as quickly as possible to help support local communities and businesses in Peru that depend on tourism

A Guide to Planning a Memorable Trip to Egypt

A country as enchanting as Egypt does not require much convincing to visit, there are many things to get excited about planning a trip to Egypt

10 Must-Try New Orleans Tours To Experience The Best Of The Big Easy

Discover the romantic Garden District, iconic hotels, colorful architecture, and tours that reveal the rich history and culture of New Orleans

Is Cabo San Lucas Safe? Travel Advisory 2023

Cabo San Lucas is an absolute paradise for anyone seeking a picturesque and adventurous vacation. With its sparkling blue waters, pristine beaches and breathtaking landscapes, it's no wonder this place is a top tourist destination

Weather hazards set to impact travel across US

Strong storms, possible tornadoes and several inches of snow are among the weather conditions Monday that could disrupt travel for Americans

Women Who Travel Book Club: 11 Books to Read On Your Winter Trips

There’s nothing quite like cracking into a book you’ve been dying to read while on vacation—we all know the feeling

EU further delays ETIAS travel system until 2024

The European Union has further delayed the implementation of its ETIAS travel system for non-EU visitors until 2024

The 10 Weirdest Requests Flight Attendants Have Gotten on Planes

Flight attendants reveal the most bizarre, over-the-top requests they've received on planes, including some surprising asks they were able to fulfill

The Reichstag Fire

Marinus van der Lubbe, a former Communist party member in Berlin, decided to strike a blow for the working man. He was most likely acting on his own. With a torch in hand, he set fire to the Reichstag Building, the assembly location of the German Parliament. His act of arson was intended as a statement against capitalism. A month earlier, however

These Are The 2 U.S. Airlines That Offer Free Wifi

Which airlines offer free Wifi? These are the only two U.S. airlines that currently offer free inflight Wifi access to passengers

Virgin Atlantic Make Two Key Leadership Appointments

Virgin Atlantic has announced that it will be bolstering its commercial line up with two key appointments. Luke Goggin will join the airline as vice president, global sales in August. In his new role, Goggin will be responsible for

These Are the Top 2023 Spring Break Destinations, According to Google

Google Flights just shared its ranking of the most popular flight destinations for spring break 2023 travel. Google also has tips on how to save money booking and finding less crowded destinations

'Slow Travel' Might Be The Key To A Better Vacation. Here's What It Is.

Travel experts share the benefits of this mindful approach to trips and how to experience it to the fullest

Hotels Eagerly Await Returning Chinese Travelers

Here's a taste of the hotel deal and development news that Daily Lodging Report summarized in the past week, as of Feb. 24, 2023

I love luxury hotels, and The Ritz-Carlton Yacht was made for people like me

It's increasingly important hotel companies like Marriott have something to offer their customers across a variety of travel sectors. The sky and sea are the limits for what might be next

Disneyland Hotel's New Rooms Boast Fanciful Details Inspired by Classic Tales

Look for stylish suites sporting whimsical flourishes when The Villas open in September; also, some villas will include a washer and dryer

10 Luxury US Hotels To Book For An Unforgettable Spring Getaway

Spring is a magical and refreshing season to visit some of the most outstanding tourist destinations. Kids are out of school, so it's a popular time for family vacations. The weather gets warmer, making it a great season to

Air Canada And United Airlines Announce New Transborder Routes

Flying between the US and Canada will be even easier this summer, thanks to United Airlines and Air Canada

More than 2,500 flights canceled as winter storms slam large part of nation

Nearly 2,500 commercial flights were cancelled Thursday morning, as snow, sleet and hail were forecast for a large swath of the country

February Update: Norwegian Cruise Line Fleet Locations and Itineraries

Offering itineraries in destinations that include the Caribbean, the West Coast, Australia, South America and the Red Sea, the Norwegian Cruise Line fleet is deployed globally. Cruise Industry News tracked

Celestyal Cruises Adds Former Ryndam Cruise Ship to Fleet

Celestyal Cruises has acquired Holland America Line's former Ryndam to its fleet, and will christen it Celestyal Journey after a $21-million refit

Why These Less-Traveled Caribbean Islands Should Be Your Next Beach Vacation Destination

The islands of Culebra and Vieques off the mainland of Puerto Rico are the perfect off-path destination for your next vacation

Travel tips for your next trip to Mexico

With its warm climate, beautiful beaches and proximity to the U.S., Mexico is a popular tourist destination for many Americans. However, recent incidents may have some people wondering if

What To Do If You Have 48 Hours In Tulum

From the best beaches and restaurants to the top attractions in the Mexican Caribbean, here's what to do if you have 48 hours in Tulum

Travel insurance can potentially save you thousands of dollars - here's how

The costs of a vacation can quickly add up. In order to fully enjoy your vacation, you may want to buy travel insurance

How to Travel to Hawaii More Mindfully, According to 7 Native Hawaiians

With overtourism threatening the way of life of many native Hawaiians and locals, follow these tips for a more conscious trip

Fans of House of the Dragon should head to Cáceres, Spain, in 2023

You may not have heard of Cáceres, but you've most likely seen it on screen. Here's why fans of HBO's House of the Dragon should plan a visit this year

The Battle of Los Angeles

On February 23, 1942, only months after the United States entered World War II as a result of the attack on Pearl Harbor, a Japanese submarine fired on an oil refinery in Santa Barbara. Only minimal damage was inflicted, but concern over a possible invasion of the West Coast ran high. On February 24, 1942 reports of Japanese airplanes over Los Angeles began to

Guantánamo

On this day in 1903, the government of Cuba granted the United States a lease in perpetuity to Guantánamo Bay. By the end of the Spanish-American War, the United States has obtained control of all of Cuba from

In The '80S Her Grandmother Brought Black Women Together To Travel. Now She Carries On The Legacy

When Tashieka Brewer would sleep over at her grandmother's house in the '80s, she would overhear her grandma's phone calls. In the evenings, Corinne Brewer would be on the phone making travel plans, booking dinner shows, tours, flights and accommodations for a group of

Is Mexico Travel Safe? What To Know About Visiting Cabo, Cancun, Playa Del Carmen And More

With its warm climate, beautiful beaches and proximity to the U.S., Mexico is a popular tourist destination for many Americans. However, recent incidents may have some people wondering if they should reconsider their travel plans. During the past few months, taxi drivers have been

This Popular Destination Will Pay Tourists To Visit

As travel returns with a bang, but rising airfares are making long-haul journeys difficult for many, destinations are doing all they can to encourage visitors to come and boost their economies. The latest is Taiwan, which is planning to offer tourists $165 each to vacation

This Major Hotel Company Is Leading The Pack On Business Travel Recovery

The death of business travel demand might have been greatly overestimated during the pandemic. Bill Gates, at one point, surmised as much as half of business travel demand was permanently killed during the early months of the pandemic. Hotel industry chatter in recent

Budapest: 7 Things Travelers Need To Know Before Visiting

The Hungarian capital of Budapest has become more and more popular with tourists in recent years. Gorgeously situated along the banks of the mighty Danube River, the city has an incredible array of architecture, history, and activities to explore. Also famous for its nightlife

3 Israeli Hotels Win 2023 Forbes Travel Guide Star Award

Three Israeli hotels have won 2023 Forbes Travel Guide Star Awards. The guide is the self-described “global authority on luxury hospitality,” and rates and reviews hotels, restaurants, spas and ocean cruise ships. The travel guide was born in 1958 as the Mobil Travel Guide and

Underrated National Parks in Canada You Should Visit in 2023

To say that Canada offers an abundance of natural outdoor wonders would be a major understatement. It’s a massive, sparsely populated country, and you’d be hard-pressed to visit and not come across an incredible outdoor space. Unsurprisingly, it is stacked with national

Traveling Amtrak For The First Time? Here Are 10 Things To Know About Amtrak Trains

Feel the need to go outside New York City? Confused about which ride to select? Forget going to out-of-the-way airports or using crowded taxi services. The Amtrak train offers the ultimate solution to meet everyone's travel needs. Meet the luxurious train that makes passengers feel

Venice's Beloved Canals Are Drying Up

Visitors heading to Venice may not see as many of the city's picturesque canals, or potentially enjoy a gondola ride, as the waterways have dried up due to a high-pressure weather system sitting over Italy. The dry weather has led to a stretch of ebb tides — or a receding current

Why This Little-Known German Carrier Is Worth Booking for Your Summer Travels to Europe

As U.S. travelers start to book flights for spring and summer travel, there's a European airline they shouldn't overlook. Condor, a German carrier based in Frankfurt with routes extending throughout Europe, is making its mark in the U.S. market. Last spring, Condor significantly

6 Beautiful Road Trips In Italy

The drive along Italy's Amalfi Coast, preferably in a vintage Alfa Romeo Spider, is the stuff of travel legend. And it's just one of dozens of epic road trip routes in this fascinating, richly layered country. Don't be put off by stories of impatient local drivers – the countryside here

Celestyal Cruises Adds Former Ryndam Cruise Ship to Fleet

Celestyal Cruises has announced a major expansion of its fleet, adding Holland America Line's former Ryndam to its fleet. The ship, which also had a stint operating for P&O Cruises Australia, will be renamed Celestyal Journey after an extensive $21-million refit in Piraeus

Retired Military Service Dog Earns Diamond Status on Carnival Cruise Line

Carnival Cruise Line has a unique new member joining the top tier of its VIFP loyalty program — a retired U.S. Army service dog named Sarge. While sailing on Carnival Celebration last week, Sarge reached Diamond status in the Very Important Fun Person Club — though Carnival

Inside the Heli-Ski Experience in British Columbia

Northern Escape Heli-Skiing—or NEH, for short—is one of the most exquisite private heli-ski resorts in the world. To up the ante on what a luxury heli-ski experience can be, NEH has crafted their new ‘Best of the Best’ excursion, complete with a massage therapist, hot tub and

She’s Visited 63 Countries By Herself — And Now Coaches Others On How To Travel Solo

Shakeemah Smith has visited more countries — by herself — than most people have visited in their lifetimes. She’s visited 63 countries alone, she said, and now coaches others on how to go solo. Smith — who goes by the name of Keem — said she started traveling alone after a

Escape To Opulence: 10 Of The Most Stylish And Exclusive Luxury Hotels In Riviera Maya

Mexico has no shortage of beautiful spots for a fantastic vacation, but Riviera Maya should be high up on every vacationer's list. Settled on the coast of the Yucatan Peninsula, Riviera Maya boasts pristine beaches with sparkling Caribbean water and lush jungle landscapes with the

United Finally Lets Families Sit Together Without a Fee. But These Airlines Still Don’t

This week, United Airlines announced that it’s changing its seating policies to allow parents to sit with their children for free. It’s a sigh of relief for families who deal with the added stress of being separated from their young charges on the plane. Airlines charge an average of $20

Florida Ports Get Cargo Boost, See Cruise Rebound

Global supply-chain issues last year helped push cargo traffic at Florida's 16 seaports slightly ahead of pre-pandemic numbers, while the cruise industry is expected to return to pre-pandemic passenger counts this year. The annual Seaport Mission Plan, issued Wednesday by

The United States Purchases Florida

Spain was losing its grip on its New World territories. Years of war and tension with England and France had left the Spanish empire without the means to firmly control its colonies. General Andrew Jackson, while fighting the First Seminole Wars against Native Americans in Georgia, had on occasion

Collette Invites Travelers To Celebrate Carnival On The ‘Spotlight On The French Riviera’ Tour

Pawtucket, RI (February 22, 2023) – As 2023’s Carnival celebration comes to a close, Collette invites travelers to get in on the fun next year with its “Spotlight on the French Riviera” tour, featuring Nice’s Carnival. Collette offers the special edition of the popular Spotlights tour, in order to give travelers the

How the Winter Storm Could Affect Your Travel Plans

Americans across the nation are bracing for a massive winter storm that will bring significant snow, sleet, freezing rain, and wind across the northern U.S. from California to Maine Tuesday through Friday. The storm will also be “extremely disruptive to travel,”

Discovering the Importance of Multigenerational Travel During a Visit to Scotland

The platform for the Caledonian Sleeper, the night train that shuttles between London and Edinburgh, is full of travelers dressed for bed. The departure is late enough that you might want to get your flossing out of the way beforehand, and plenty of people

A Trick for Exploring Italy’s Amalfi Coast

Visiting a new place can get overwhelming quickly. But I learned a trick that I think everyone should adopt: Before setting out for the day in said place, pick an “arbitrary stupid goal.” I learned about the arbitrary stupid goal (or ASG, as I will call it moving

This Low-Cost U.S. Airline Will Now Allow Bigger Bags

During frustrating times for budget travelers, there is now some positive news! Las Vegas-based carrier Allegiant recently announced a significant increase in their bag policy. Known for being stingy, low-cost airlines have been laying down the law

Travel Tips For Sedona, Arizona: Hotels, Hot Spots & More

A relaxing getaway looks a bit different for everyone, but if you’re craving a true respite, researchers recommend seeking out awe experiences. You know, those jaw-dropping moments that make you feel small—say, reaching the top of a mountain, taking in an expansive vista, or gazing up into the glittery night sky. Studies show these awe-filled moments can help balance your

Sustainable Tourism In Chile: Eco-Friendly Travel Tips & Ideas

Chile is considered a little more westernized in comparison to its nearby Andean friends, with plenty of excellent all-inclusive Chilean resorts for an idyllic retreat. But that doesn't mean it lacks its own culture or arts. Perhaps most notably, the country is also home indigenous populations with unique cultural heritages, whose people continue to practice traditions that predate

Intoxication In The Sky: 6 Times People Acted Out in the Air

There’s nothing wrong with sipping alcohol on a plane, but there are times when the level of intoxication brought out the worst in people. Even for seasoned travelers, flying can be a headache. We all have our coping mechanisms. Some people pray or meditate. Others listen to music, or drink a glass of wine. All of those things are fine. However, when it comes to drinking on an

Proposed Law Could Require Airlines to Pay Bumped Passengers $1,350

Having paid for an airline ticket and still getting bumped from an oversold flight is one of travel’s biggest frustrations. It can require you to make new transportation arrangements, cost you a day of travel, and can also add unexpected expenses, like an

Eugene Levy, Very Gingerly, Explores World For Travel Show

There are celebrities with TV travel shows who just can’t wait to show you where they came from or push the limits of their bodies or go out of their way to locate a perfect recipe. Then there’s Eugene Levy. The “Schitt’s Creek” star admits he’s not really

Disneyland's Newest Land Will Be a Tribute to San Francisco and Tokyo

The latest expansion at Disneyland will be ready to welcome visitors this summer. First announced at last year's D23 Expo 2022, the California theme park's San Fransokyo Square will open in Disney California Adventure park this summer, according to a

FDA Sends Warning To American Cruise Lines After Guests Contract Legionnaires' Disease

The Food and Drug Administration said American Cruise Lines had not provided sufficient proof of changes to procedures after multiple guests were diagnosed with Legionnaires' disease, according to a warning letter to the line. The agency found evidence

10 Top-Rated New England Hotels Where You Can Experience Spring Break Like Never Before

Spring break is arriving in style, and while everyone could use a warm-weather holiday, many families prefer to avoid airline trips and stay close to home. Luckily, New England is full of fun family trip destinations that are uncomplicated to get to and

The Best Ski Resorts In The Us For Your Next Trip To The Slopes

Let’s dispense with the superlatives right here and admit that best means something different to everyone depending on priorities and preferences. What wows an extreme skier looking for bragging rights isn’t necessarily going to provide the most pleasant

Princess Cruises Launches New Program to Help Guests Post-Cruise

Yesterday, Princess Cruises launched a program to help guests after their cruise has ended. The Go-Princess-Welcome Home team will assist guests with several common post-cruise needs such as obtaining copies of folios, clarifying charges, addressing

American Cruise Lines Announces Brand New Antiques Cruise on the Mississippi: Includes Special Visit to a Taping of ANTIQUES ROADSHOW®

Guilford, CT—February 20, 2023—American Cruise Lines is pleased to announce that it will offer a special Antiques cruise aboard brand-new Mississippi riverboat, American Serenade, when it debuts this April. The

Malcolm X Is Assassinated

"I live like a man who is already dead", he said two weeks before his death. "I'm a marked man." On February 21, 1965, assassins from the Black Muslims shot and killed Malcolm X as he was about to address a

Bucket List Travel - Best Wildlife Safaris Beyond Africa

It is no secret that travel has boomed since COVID-19 lockdowns, but there is more to it than just pent-up demand. The nature of leisure travel has changed, and so called “Bucket List” trips have exploded in popularity. This is probably because the global pandemic was an eye

Two Budget Airlines Launching New Routes To Puerto Rico This Summer

Puerto Rico is one of the hottest destinations in the Caribbean right now for American travelers. This island, which is a territory of the United States located in the Caribbean, welcomed 5.1 million visitors in 2022, a new record surpassing even pre-2020 travel numbers

Travel Bugs: 5 Dirty Little Secrets Hiding In Your Hotel

Get ready for a spring break like never before. According to a study by Expedia, Hotels.com, and VRBO, 2023 is the year that people are going to travel more than ever. If you have the travel bug, you may also want to think about what bugs, viruses, and germs could be waiting

Major Winter Storm To Make Travel Difficult "If Not Impossible"

Americans in the northern United States will face a severe winter storm starting Monday night in the northern Rocky Mountains and continuing for several days. The storm is expected to bring snow, strong winds and ice for some areas as it moves across the upper United States

Amsterdam To Ban Cannabis From Red Light District Streets

Bad news for cannabis consumers who intend to visit Amsterdam. According to new rules made public by the city, smoking marijuana on the street in Amsterdam’s iconic Red Light District will soon be prohibited. This is a move that seeks to improve the quality of life for

Royal Caribbean Announces Short Cruise Schedule For 2024-2025

Royal Caribbean has announced its schedule of shorter Caribbean and West Coast cruises in 2024-2025, which will include eight ships sailing from Florida, Texas, and California. Ushering in the first year-round season of three and four-night sailings on an Oasis-class ship, Allure

Cruise Line Becomes the First to Earn Five Stars From Forbes

Celebrity Cruises has become the first cruise line to earn Forbes Travel Guide (FTG) Stars and five of their cruise ships have been rated Five Star Cruise Ships. Forbes Travel Guide Stars is a prestigious travel recognition that has been reserved for world class land based properties

Durham, North Carolina Is Redefining What It Means to Be an Innovative City

When major players in the tobacco industry left Durham, North Carolina, in the late 1980s, their departure seemed to be the nail in the city’s coffin. Since the Civil War era, the city’s economic success (which even helped create one of the country’s “Black Wall Streets”) had

Airlines Issue Travel Waivers Ahead of Predicted Coast-to-coast Storm — What to Know If You’re Traveling

A major winter storm is expected to hit the country from coast to coast, dumping heavy snow on the Midwest and bringing an icy mix to New England all while disrupting travel. The weather system, which started with winter storm warnings across the Pacific Northwest and

'If I Can Do This, I Can Do Anything': How This Tahoe Nonprofit Empowers Travelers With Disabilities

It's a bluebird day in Tahoe in early January, the sun is shining through a cloudless sky and the ground is covered in fresh powdery snow. The conditions for skiers and snowboarders arriving at Palisades Tahoe, California's largest ski resort and home of the 1960 Winter

Think River Cruises Aren’t Kid-Friendly? 3 Companies Focusing On Families — Plus 7 Experiences Everyone Will Love

If you think river cruises are just for adults, two companies are working their magic to get you to see them as kid friendly. Emerald Cruises and Adventures by Disney are now offering family-friendly experiences. “The feedback from our guests has been the main driver behind

22 Things To Know Before Going To India

India is a place that overwhelms your senses in the best possible way – nowhere else delivers quite the same barrage of sights, sounds, sensations – and yes, even smells – as this continent-sized country at the heart of Asia. It would take a lifetime to see all of India, let

11 Places to Connect With Baltimore’s Black History

This port city is home to several notable institutions, monuments, and more than 56,000 significant properties; Baltimore is a trove of African American history. Baltimore, Maryland, is distinguished by its abundance of seemingly oxymoronic characteristics. It’s charming but

Lavish Escapes: 10 Most Luxurious Palm Springs Hotels

Palm Springs, California, was once a mecca for spring break and a favorite of the Hollywood A-list for many years. It is now one of the most visited resort areas in all of California, catering to vacationers seeking a taste of the desert's unique culture and activities. Palm

Why Is There an Italian Town…in Mexico?

They might be 6,200 miles apart, but visitors to the quaint Mexican pueblo of Chipilo could be forgiven for thinking that they ended up near Venice, Italy. But it’s not for the miles and miles of canals; those simply don’t exist. Nor is it for an overabundance of cats, Venice’s most

A Volcano is Born

On February 20, 1943, Dionisio Pulido, a farmer in the Mexican state of Michoacán, was working in his cornfield along with his wife and son. From the center of the field, a hissing noise began. Suddenly a plume of smoke and ash began spewing from the ground from a fissure that opened. Pulido and his family were witnessing the

Which Parts Of Mexico Are On The ‘Do Not Travel’ List?

Ahead of the busy winter break and spring break travel season, the U.S. Department of State has issued a “do not travel” warning for parts of Mexico. In the department’s most recent update, it issued a “do not travel” warning for six states because of an increased risk of crime and kidnapping, mainly related to drug cartel activity. The six states with a “do not travel” warning are Colima, Guerrero, Michoacan, Sinaloa

Biden Has Junk Fees In His Sight, But Is The Travel Industry Willing To Change?

Are travel junk fees about to go away? Junk fees are those annoying "gotchas" like mandatory resort fees. Hotels quietly add them to your bill after an initial price quote to cover items such as pool towels and "free" phone calls. Airline seat assignment fees target nervous dads like me, who feel they have to pay an extra $50 per seat, so they don't get separated from their kids on a flight. You might be forgiven for

12 Tips For Solo Female Travel Throughout South America

Many solo female travelers have likely heard that South America is "dangerous" and that they should consider elsewhere for their solo ventures. Calling an entire continent "dangerous" is a generalization, and while it's crucial to always practice certain safety tactics, exploring this vivid continent is indeed possible as a solo female traveler. Here are 10 tips for ladies looking to take a South American trip, party-of-one

Why Japan Has So Many 'Never Travelers'

A surprisingly large number of Japanese say that travel is no longer a priority for them. A survey done last year by global intelligence company Morning Consult showed that 35% of Japanese respondents said they were unwilling to travel again, the highest number of any country. Tetsu Nakamura, a professor at Tamagawa University and a tourism behavior and psychology specialist, says the results are not at all

Flight From Auckland Lands 16 Hours Later In ... Auckland

It’s the stuff of nightmares. You’re trying to get somewhere, you’ve prepped and planned and you’re doing your best and yet you end up right back where you started. That’s about what happened to frequent flyer Bryan Gottlieb and his fellow Air New Zealand passengers on Thursday when their planned journey from Auckland to New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport was disrupted by an electrical outage at the

Second Cities: Here's Why You Should Go to Porto, Portugal

When most of us start getting the travel bug, we usually go to popular destinations worldwide. Major cities like Paris, Rome, New York and others have the resources and attractions to invest in tourism. The great thing about these locations is it’s easy to get around, accommodations are similar to our homebase and many people have been to these cities. Our “Second Cities” series is contrary to all of those

Everything You Need to Know About Carnival in Rio

Carnival is an event stemming from Christian tradition and celebrated all over the world, including Brazil. But among Brazilian cities honoring the event, it’s clear Rio gets the crown. Rio’s Carnival is the biggest in the world: The city draws millions to its streets for the pre-Lenten celebration full of parades, colorful costumes, and, of course, samba. Like other Carnival-celebrating places around the world (which include

Hyatt Is Doubling Down On Luxury While Its Competitors Focus On Budget Hotels

The future of Hyatt is about luxury, lifestyle and resorts. Cheap hotels? Leave that to Hilton and Marriott. Hyatt on Thursday reported hefty profits ($294 million for the last three months of the year and $455 million for all of 2022) and significant growth — increasing its room count by nearly 7% last year. That’s higher than Marriott’s 3.1% net unit growth and Hilton’s 4.7% (though both companies have larger portfolios

MSC Foundation And MSC Group Provides Aid To Syria And Türkiye

After the recent devastating earthquake in both Türkiye and Syria, the MSC Foundation and the MSC Group are doing what they can to assist the two countries after the massive destruction and overwhelming loss of life. The entire MSC family is committed to providing aid to both populations by organizing various ways to assist Türkiye and Syria. The company also has close ties with the Turkish authorities, the Italian

More Airline Passengers Are Getting Bumped. Know Your Rights If It Happens To You.

With travel demand still high, more and more passengers are finding themselves bumped from the flights they paid for. A recent analysis by The Wall Street Journal found that more than twice as many passengers were involuntarily denied boarding between October 2021 and September 2022 compared to the same period a year prior. Even accounting for the fact that some peak pandemic months were included in

Collette’s ‘Spotlight On Tuscany’ Tour Shines Bright

Pawtucket, RI (February 16, 2023) – Collette’s “Spotlight on Tuscany” tour has been a hit with travelers. Of over 460 travelers who embarked on the 7-day journey, 84% rated it as “excellent,” which is the highest

Geronimo Dies

In 1829, a Native American boy named Goyathlay was born to the Apache tribe in what was then Mexican territory, but would later be Arizona. He married and had three children. In 1851, a group of Mexican

'Being A Wheelchair User Won't Stop Me From Traveling The World'

Born with an undiagnosed medical condition, Renee Bruns, who has been using a wheelchair since she was seven, developed a love for travel after spending much of her younger years going from state to state to see medical specialists around the US with her mother. By the

Germany: Flights Cancelled As Strikes Wipe Out Air Travel

Seven major German airports have been brought to a standstill after hundreds of ground crew walked out on strike in a row over pay. Aircraft are grounded at Frankfurt, Munich, Stuttgart, Bremen, Hamburg, Hanover and Dortmund. More than 2,300 flights have been cancelled

Travel Demand For Brazil Is Skyrocketing - Here's Why Americans Love It

Brazil may be the largest country by territorial extension in South America, home to a plethora of natural landmarks that need to be seen to be believed, and a vibrant multicultural scene. Despite its huge size and potential, it is not the most sought-after destination in the continent

Hotel or Tent? Which Travel Accommodation Suits You Best?

Have you had the chance to work any travel into your schedule yet for this year? If you know where you’re going, have you figured out where you are going to stay? There are so many travel accommodations to choose from depending on your budget and where in the world

Surf, Sand & Sun: The Ultimate Travel Guide To Santa Cruz & Things To Do

Santa Cruz, located on the northern edge of Monterey Bay in California, is a seaside city known for great surfing, the iconic Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, and a beautiful downtown packed with great shops, restaurants, and bars. While tourists flock to the city to ride the

Air Canada To Return To 2019 Capacity Next Year But Faces Cost Pressures

Air Canada (AC.TO) said on Friday it would return to 2019 capacity levels next year on strong travel demand, after reporting a larger-than-expected quarterly loss per share. The carrier's shares plunged more than 10% in morning trade. North American carriers are adding seats to

Stay Here Next: Botánika Osa Peninsula in Costa Rica

The Botánika Osa Peninsula is a nature-filled addition to Hilton’s Curio Collection in one of the most biodiverse corners of Costa Rica: the Osa Peninsula. The resort embraces its rain forest location with landscaping that incorporates local plants in abundance and a design that

This City in California Is Essentially Banning Cruise Ships — Here's How

The city of Monterey in California has effectively banned cruise ships after voting to terminate city services for them. The city, which sits along the coast about two hours south of San Francisco, voted to stop offering city services to cruise ships coming into its termina

Heading To Super Nintendo World? Tips For Your First Universal Studios Hollywood Visit

Super Nintendo World is sure to draw a whole new legion of fans to Universal Studios Hollywood, just like the Wizarding World of Harry Potter did years ago. Planners like me will already have lists of things they want to see and do, but what about things to avoid?

Everything You Need To Know About Daytona Beach’s Bike Week (2023)

Anybody who loves motorcycles, Daytona Beach, Florida, or both know Daytona Bike Week is right around the corner. If you aren’t familiar with the event, hundreds of thousands of bikers travel to Daytona Beach every March for the 10-day Daytona Bike Week, which is presented

The Best Time To Visit Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik has withstood earthquakes and sieges. Its marble flagstones and rugged walls give this lovely city – Croatia’s most popular – a timeless feel. But the seasons vary hugely in Dubrovnik. Choosing the best time to visit depends on your attitude to the weather and the

Tutankhamun's Tomb Is Opened

Archaeologist and Egyptologist Howard Carter was a man obsessed. His studies revealed the existence of a little known or remembered Pharaoh, Tutankhamun, reigning in 1333–1324 BCE. But the evidence was scant

'Get Out There': This Mom Is Using A Never-Ending Road Trip To Inspire Black Family Travel

Kay Apkan got a bad feeling from the RV park her family pulled into in Galveston, Texas. Having traveled across the country full-time since 2020, the Apkans were used to being the only Black people in some places, but this time felt different. "It felt very intimidating," she

A Warm Hello: The 10 Most Welcoming Cities In 2023

Great hospitality goes a long way when it comes to travel. Feeling welcome in a new destination makes it easier to dive into a new culture and get to know its people. If you're hoping to experience something like this, consider planning a trip to the top 10 most

Nature Abounds: The Ultimate Travel Guide To Durango & Things To Do

Whether planning a visit to Durango for the first time or having been there before, this part of Colorado is filled with numerous excursions and attractions that entice travelers of all ages and interests. From outdoor sports to cultural attractions to historical sites and features, there is a

The First Theme Park in the Caribbean Announces Opening Date, Details on Rides

The world’s first theme park in the Caribbean, Katmandu Park Punta Cana, will open on March 15, 2023, the park shared with Travel + Leisure this week. Located in the Dominican Republic, the park features “cutting-edge, first-of-its-kind rides and attractions that immerse guests in

Forbes Just Named These 5 Ships Its First-Ever Star-Rated Cruises

For the first time, Forbes Travel Guide has released ocean cruise ratings. The five ships honored—Celebrity Apex, Celebrity Flora, Celebrity Millennium, Celebrity Edge, and Celebrity Summit—are the first resorts at sea to receive the distinction. Apex, Flora, and Millennium

Virgin Hotels' First New York Location Opens Its Doors

The British company Virgin Hotels, part of the Virgin Group—created by Richard Branson— just opened its brand new hotel in New York City. It is the company’s first hotel in New York, the sixth in the United States, and the seventh worldwide. Virgin Hotels New York City has opened

The Best Mardi Gras Parades Beyond New Orleans

Tossing “throws” out to spectators from the bed of a Mardi Gras float is an art form I learned while riding in this year’s Krewe of Dionysus Parade in Slidell, Louisiana. Our procession of 18 floats rolled for several hours through the city’s downtown, each float decorated with colorful

Exploring South Africa’s Black Wine Scene

Under a bright blue sky on a cloudless November day, a tasting room in Stellenbosch features all the charm you’d expect from South Africa’s premier wine region. Housed in a white Cape Dutch building with a thatched roof, it offers panoramic views of green hills, rows of grapes and

Thailand Is Adding A Tourism Tax On Foreign Visitors

A trip to Thailand is about to get a little more expensive. Starting June 1, the country will impose a tourism tax on international visitors, the government approved Tuesday. Those who arrive by air will be taxed 300 baht (roughly $9, which will be added into airfare) and those by

Capital One Expands Airport Lounge Network and Launches New Premier Collection

In November 2021, Capital One launched its highest-end credit card product to date, the Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card. Since then, the company has set out to prove Venture X’s worth in the highest of credit card spaces, a viable competitor to the likes of the

What Are Airline 'Junk Fees,' And What Does President Biden Plan To Do About Them?

If you have ever booked flights only to see the price at checkout look much higher than the fare you originally picked, you're not alone. With many airlines charging fees for extras such as seat selection, checked baggage and more – depending on the fare category you choose – the

2023 Pride: 12 LGBTIQ+ friendly destinations where you can celebrate

Everybody say "love!" We're headed around the world in pursuit of the very best cities welcoming the LGBTIQ+ community. These are the kinds of cities that understand that life's meant for celebrating; whether it be rowdy drag shows that thrill with sass or thumping dance

How to Enjoy a Five-Star Hotel Alone

hy did I do this to myself?” That was my first thought when I checked into my room at a five-star hotel in Jaipur. All through 2021 and 2022, my travels included other people, whether they were getaways with girlfriends or group tours with a travel company. After years, I had planned

Collette’s ‘Spotlight on Paris’ tour soars during Bon Voyage to Europe Sale

Pawtucket, RI (February 14, 2023) – Collette is celebrating Valentine’s Day by shining the spotlight on the Ville d’Amour, Paris. The “Spotlight on Paris” tour was the top selling Spotlight tour during the tour operator’s

Remember the Maine!

William Randolph Hearst, the notorious newspaper baron, needed a war. His paper, the New York Journal, was in a pitched circulation battle with other newspapers. When the USS Maine exploded at anchor in the

Travel Prices Are Soaring. Travelers Don’t Care

Consumers on both sides of the Atlantic are lumbering under the weight of hefty price increases for essential items. Yet, they are still splashing out on fancy vacations. Many Brits are skiing or visiting sunnier climes this week, as the traditional half-term school break gets

Theme Park Capital: This City Is The Largest Us Travel And Tourism Destination

Home to Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort, SeaWorld Orlando and many other attractions, the city of Orlando was named the largest U.S. travel and tourism city destination for 2022 by the World Travel & Tourism Council. The city earned over $31 billion last year

Make Like a Queen on This Hot Solo Travel Trip to Spain

There’s a town in Spain so lovely, so ideal for solo travel, it’s literally fit for a queen—a solo queen, no less. After her husband (you know, the king) Alfonso XII died in 1885, Queen María Cristina began visiting San Sebastián on the regular, solidifying the town as her go-to summer

This Small Town In Europe Is The Most Serene Place Imaginable

Just a 30-minute drive outside the Albania border lies a tranquil lakeside town in North Macedonia. This small town of 40,000 residents is a beautiful, treasured secret to locals in the region who come here for a weekend getaway or make it their summer escape. To others

New Bill Aims To Improve Transparency Around Disability-Related Air Travel Complaints

A new bill introduced by Sens. Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.) and Deb Fischer (R-Neb) aims to increase transparency around disability-related complaints for air travel passengers. Data from the Government Accountability Office show the number of such complaints made to the

Boeing, Airbus Strike Record Air India Deal as Travel Rebounds

Air India unveiled the largest plane order in the history of commercial aviation Tuesday, saying it would buy 470 Boeing (BA) and Airbus (AIR.PA) jets as global travel rebounds from the pandemic and India flexes its ambitions for economic and commercial growth. Air

Biden & Department of Justice Seek To Block JetBlue-Spirit Merger

As previously reported on Travel Noire, JetBlue is looking to acquire Spirit Airlines. Experts believe the JetBlue Spirit merger could reshape the economy of the airline industry as we know it. Since the announcement of JetBlue’s intentions back in July of 2022, many people

Just Back From Swan Hellenic Vega

The brash ice in Charlotte Bay is scattered like broken glass as far as the eye can see, and the Narnia-like setting is arguably more beautiful and tranquil than anything else I've ever witnessed before. Suddenly, the silence is broken by a 10-metre high iceberg fragmenting in

Scenic Eclipse II Enters Final Build Phase Ahead Of Schedule

Scenic has announced that its newest luxury Discovery Yacht, Scenic Eclipse II, is now in her final phase with final fittings and sea trials. The cruise line’s newest addition will debut on April 13, 2023, sailing the 11-day Incredible Iberian Discovery itinerary. The itinerary sails

Sun, Spa And Sisterhood: Why A Cruise Makes The Perfect Bachelorette Party

My hometown of Nashville is known for being the bachelorette party capital of the world as much as it is for being home to country music, so encountering groups of screaming girls in matching outfits walking around downtown is something I've grown used to. When I found

10 Best Luxury Eco-Resorts For Socially Responsible Travelers

One of life's greatest pleasures is traveling, yet it may also have a big negative influence on the environment. Making socially responsible decisions is crucial for travelers now more than ever as climate change and environmental degradation become more urgent challenges

The Best Luxury Resorts to Visit in New England

Luxury resorts in New England exude a cozy and lavish ambiance amid the mountains, forests, and coastlines of the six states that comprise this region. Open seasonally or year-round, luxury New England inns or hotels reflect the charm of their waterfront or woodland

8 Great Weekend Getaways For Couples In The USA

Looking to escape the everyday grind with a picture-perfect getaway for two? Look no further. From mountains to beaches, big cities to small towns, sprawling national parks to epic West Coast drives, these eight destinations all over the USA will help you escape from it all. And

Oldest Schoolhouse For Black Children In U.S. Relocated To This Historic Area In Virginia

The oldest schoolhouse in the country dedicated to the education of Black children now has a new home at Colonial Williamsburg’s Historic Area. The Williamsburg Bray School was moved from the campus of William & Mary on February 10. The 18th-century building has an

Singapore Just Relaxed Its COVID-19 Entry Protocol

As the world continues to reopen to travelers, Singapore is taking a major step in reducing travel requirements for entry into the country. In a recent announcement from Singapore’s Ministry of Health, the government has said they will be lifting COVID precautions including

Here's How Many Marriott Hotels Actually Have Resort Fees

President Joe Biden’s State of the Union speech earlier this month brought the travel industry into political crosshairs. The president called out surprise resort fees as a practice that could get banned under his proposed Junk Fee Prevention Act. Marriott customers, however

Shaquille O'Neal Officiates 'Thousands' of Vow Renewals on Board Carnival Cruises for Valentine's Day

Carnival Cruise Line is celebrating Valentine’s Day in a big way on Tuesday, and we’re not talking about a box of chocolates or long-stemmed roses. The cruise line is hosting its largest ever vow renewal at sea with NBA basketball star Shaquille “Shaq” O’Neal officiating the

Patent Applications for the Telephone

William Orton, the president of Western Union, was worried. Telegraph traffic was expanding faster than the telegraph lines could handle them. Only a single message could be carried at a time, a severe limitation even

The Travel Institute launches Luxury Travel 4th Edition

FRAMINGHAM, MA February 13, 2023 — The Travel Institute has released the 4th edition of its Luxury Travel Specialist course providing travel agents with expert advice and insights on the latest trends, traveler types

What It's Like To Travel Around Afghanistan Now

Most of the time, headlines about Afghanistan are ringed with tragedy: food shortages, orphaned children, and even executions. Since the Taliban took full control of the country in 2021, the humanitarian situation there has deteriorated, as economic and diplomatic isolation

How to Plan the Perfect Adventure to Rwanda, According to a Travel Expert

For many intrepid travelers, Rwanda is at the top of the list. Many visitors want to embark on gorilla trekking — in fact, one third of the planet’s 1,000 remaining mountain gorillas live in Rwanda's Volcanoes National Park. Seeing these endangered animals is a deeply moving

Here's What to Know About the Mexico Travel Warning

Traveling to Mexico is far from ideal right now, according to the US government. In addition to a Cancun travel warning that remains in place, the State Department has issued several other restrictions for US citizens that are especially timely as the spring break travel season

Top 7 Hotels In Boston In 2023

This east coast city is one of the oldest in the country. Boston is home to everything from historic buildings to quirky attractions and is a great city to spend some time exploring. If you do decide to visit this city, you might end up wondering where to stay. No worries! Here are the

How to Make Friends While Traveling by Yourself

Traveling solo doesn’t mean traveling alone. Connecting with new people on the road can be one of the greatest joys of exploring a new destination, whether you’re bonding with locals or meeting other travelers. But being an introvert or an extrovert can affect how you approach

Inside Qatar Airways Business-Class Lounge in Doha: Luxe Showers, Nap Areas, and a Formula 1 Simulator

Some of the best airline lounges around the world go beyond free food and drinks. Some are beacons of style in their own right, the kind of places you look forward to spending time in and may even arrive at the airport earlier to enjoy it. Such is the case with the Al Mourjan Lounge

Love Is In The Air As Married Delta Air Lines Pilots Command Their First Flights Together

Brent and Kelly Knoblauch met when Kelly accepted an internship at Delta Air Lines in 2010. She said Brent was the first person she got to know at the company, and they've been more or less inseparable ever since. "Every weekend we'd go travel," she said. "It was crazy, it was a

10 Incredible Hot Springs In The USA

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Is It Safe to Travel to Mexico? Here’s What You Need to Know.

Turmoil among taxi drivers in Cancún. Airports shuttered amid gang violence in Sinaloa. Safety alerts from the U.S. Embassy. A number of recent security incidents have raised concerns about the risks of traveling to Mexico, where more than 20 million tourists flew last year to visit the

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Travelling is one of life’s greatest joys, but it can make a rather large dent in your wallet. However, cheap travel is possible – if you know when to book. With the start of the year being the busiest time for travel bookings as we dream of holidays in the sun, new research has found exactly when

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These popular Asian destinations are fully open for travel without vaccine or testing restrictions in 2023. Although more than 150 countries around the world have dropped all Covid-related entry requirements for travelers, there are still several holdouts in Asia. The region has been the slowest

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A couple abandoned their baby at an airport check-in desk in Tel Aviv, Israel after arriving without a ticket for the child. The pair, who have not been identified, were checking in for a Ryanair flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Brussels, Belgium on Tuesday with the infant. It emerged

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Canadian Tammy Cecco wasn’t a fan of cruising. “The thought of being on a ship with thousands of other people and not being able to get off,” she said, “was something that I wanted to avoid.” That didn’t change when Cecco, a travel magazine publisher, boarded a surprise cruise booked by her

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Who didn't love the stories of Thomas the Tank Engine as a kid? One of the great family-friendly attractions of the Strasburg Rail Road in Pennsylvania is a real-life Thomas the Tank Engine. It is the oldest continuously operated railroad in the United States and is located in the heart of Amish

Visiting the UK Will Soon Require an Online Application With a Fee — What to Know

Travelers to the United Kingdom will soon have to apply in advance and pay to enter the country when the Electronic Travel Authorisation visa waiver goes into effect later this year. The UK’s ETA system, which will be fully rolled out by the end of 2023, will require all non-visa foreign visitors

Two Startups Want to Fix a Broken U.S. Airline System

For years leading up to the pandemic, economic good fortune was converging on “superstar” cities like San Francisco, New York, and Boston, where big companies like Amazon were setting up new offices and high-paid workers were spending money on houses, food, and services. Now that the

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It may be a bucket list trip for many, but Antarctica was never on Stephanie Jones’s travel list. In part, because it’s cold and in part, because it’s quite white. And not just the snowy landscape. “I can’t tell you the number of family members and friends that said, ‘Antarctica? Why would anyone

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The First Cannabis-Friendly Las Vegas Resort To Open This Spring — Here’s What That Means

A small hotel undergoing a renovation just off the Las Vegas Strip is billing itself as the city’s first cannabis-friendly resort. Formerly known as the Artisan Hotel Boutique, the hotel will remain open as it transforms into The Lexi. The 64-room facility is a four-floor hotel, and the top floor will be

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It's wildflower season and conditions this year may be just right to bring “super blooms” to life in parts of California and the southwestern USA. Super blooms are a relatively rare floral phenomenon, even in places renowned for vibrant native wildflowers. But after a winter of

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Have you ever thought about living in a tiny home? I’m a big fan of small living and #vanlife. While I’ve only experimented with this lifestyle, I look forward to the day when I can make it a full-time reality. During a trip to Tennessee, I switched up my routine and stayed in a tiny home with my

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The Mental Health Benefits of Travel

In February 2022, Adam Sawyer lost his whole world. A catastrophic fire burned down his house near Mount Rainier in Oregon and claimed his partner’s life. In the year since, Sawyer has frequently set out into nature, often retracing the trails he walked—and journeys he took—with his

Pay For Entry: US Travelers Will Soon Have To Pay A Fee To Enter The United Kingdom

U.S. citizens will soon have to apply for permission before their United Kingdom trips and pay a small fee to enter as part of the country's upcoming Electronic Travel Authorization scheme. The ETA scheme is meant to secure the U.K.'s borders by giving them more accurate data on who is

Senators Push For Airline Passenger Protections After Holiday Travel Meltdown

Two Senate Democrats on Tuesday reintroduced legislation to strengthen airline passenger protections following a year of travel disruptions that was capped by chaos that stranded thousands of people over the December holidays. Sens. Richard Blumenthal of Connecticut and Edward Markey

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Outdoor Enthusiasts Only: The Ultimate Travel Guide To Bend & Things To Do

Located in Oregon, Bend lies on the eastern edge of the Cascade Mountain Range along the Deschutes River and is one of the top-rated places to visit in Oregon. The town has a dry, high-desert climate, with moderate days and cold nights. Originally a logging town during the 1900s

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Members of the National Brotherhood of Skiers (NBS) are heading to the slopes of Vail to celebrate the organization's 50th anniversary. The NBS is a black ski organization — with 57 clubs and over 3,500 members around the country —that raises funds to support their mission of "increasing

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Many couples choose to hold weddings away from home because they want their special moment to have a memorable sense of place—new flavors, fragrances, sounds, a vibe that you can only get by going, well, somewhere else. Yet weaving into a celebration the markers of a culture, particularly

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Japan offers up a real feast for travelers, with mountainside onsen (hot spring) villages, sleepy beach-lined islands and buzzing megacities all on the menu. You could arguably spend a lifetime sampling the country’s delights, but some towns and sights are staples – core ingredients to any

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Not all airlines are made the same. There are low-cost carriers that are as basic as they can get. Then there are those with major fleets, a range of amenities and luxury classes. But the cost-effectiveness or the swankiness has no significance if the airline doesn’t score well on the safety

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Chasing elite status with an airline or a hotel loyalty program can feel like a lot of work. Don’t you wish there were an easier way? Right now, IHG One Rewards is offering a shortcut to Gold Elite and Platinum Elite status. During this promotion, you can earn elite status through December 2024 with

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Mardi Gras is one of the most popular times to visit New Orleans, so it’s never too early to start thinking about booking your hotel. But if you haven’t yet, it’s not too late. After kicking off each year in early January, the weeks-long Carnival season culminates on Mardi Gras day, which falls on

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I told myself I wouldn’t leave packing for my Antarctica cruise until the last minute. I’d be braving unforgiving and extremely changeable weather – wind, snow, rain, and ice – not to mention living onboard MS Fridtjof Nansen with Hurtigruten Expeditions for 10 days on my first-ever cruise

Oceania Cruises Reveals Details on New Cruise Ship Coming in 2025

Oceania Cruises has introduced its second Allura-class ship, Allura, which will be sister ship to Vista which sets sail this coming May. Debuting in 2025, Allura is Oceania’s eighth vessel, and according to the cruise line has been “named to reflect the excitement of starting an immersive new journey.”

Transiting Europe: Who Needs Visas & How to Obtain One

Travelling throughout the Schengen Area for the nationals of over 60 world countries is an easy thing to do. Mainly, they just have to check the validity of their passports, book a flight, and travel. Yet, for travellers from many world countries, not only that it is hard to travel to the Schengen Area

Host Agency Reviews Caps Host Week with HAR’s 2023 Luminary Awards

Minneapolis, Jan 27th, 2023 - Host Agency Reviews (HAR), the leading online resource that connects travel professionals to industry resources, capped 2023 Host Week by announcing the 2023 Luminary Award winners. The

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An Epic Loyalty Program Perk Offered By 3 Cruise Lines Is About To Disappear

Call it the end of an era for Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Cruises fans who also like to sail on Azamara. A popular loyalty perk long offered by the three cruise brands — the ability for a member in one of the lines' loyalty programs to get reciprocal benefits in both of the other brands' loyalty

More Than 1,000 US Flights Canceled As Winter Weather Snarls Travel

More than 1,000 flights have been canceled in the United States on Monday as winter weather moves through the middle of the country, with disruptions set to continue into Tuesday. So far, the most affected airports are Dallas Love Field, Dallas-Fort Worth International, Austin Bergstrom

Israel Clears A Hurdle For Visa-Free U.S. Travel — But There Are Strings Attached

As Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrives in Jerusalem, the State Department has announced Israeli tourists may qualify for visa-free travel to the U.S., but only if Israel stops discriminating against Arab Americans. Israelis were rejected for U.S. visas last year at a low rate. But before

11 US Destinations Land On Forbes List Of Top Travel Spots In 2023

A riverside city in West Virginia, a wildlife refuge in Georgia, and a Utah national park hotspot have made it onto Forbes Advisor’s list of “Best Places to Travel In 2023.” Forbes Advisor editors and writers compiled the list of 50 hot global destinations to be intentionally eclectic. “Destinations

New Luxury Resort Celebrates Thailand's Railway History

Railways have long been a source of fascination for travelers, allowing us to experience journeys at a slower pace and revisit a time when packed airplanes and crowded airports weren't the norm. Thailand has its own storied railway history dating back to the early 1900s, when Bangkok's

This Caribbean Island Has a Famous Luxury Hotel, a Waterfront Airport, and the 'Most Extreme Beach in the World'

Saint Martin is a unique gem among picturesque Caribbean destinations: one wondrous island split between two separate countries. Dutch Sint Maarten and French Saint-Martin have coexisted peacefully here since the Partition Treaty of 1648. (No wonder they call it the “Friendly Island.”)

How To Renew Your U.S. Passport Online In Under 15 Minutes

After the launch of a successful pilot program last fall, many Americans are now able to renew their passport online in 15 minutes or less. The U.S. Department of State began trialing the online renewal system last September with the goal of making it a permanent program in 2023. In

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You’ve come at the best time of year,” my taxi driver tells me, as we soar past the skyscrapers on our journey from Union station in Toronto. “It’s the changing of the colours.” My driver’s observation turns out to be entirely correct. Everywhere I turn there are trees- poking out from behind metallic

France And Germany Encourage Young People To Travel By Train With Free Ticket Scheme

Train travel is on track to be one of 2023’s top travel trends — particularly if you’re a young citizen of France and Germany. On January 22nd, the French transport minister, Clément Beaune, and his German counterpart, Volker Wissing, announced that 60,000 free train tickets will be made available

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When I was an architecture student at the University of Virginia (UVA), Thomas Jefferson was an integral figure in my undergraduate studies. I was required to learn about his designs for the Academical Village at the university as well as for Monticello, his 5,000-acre hilltop residence and

UNESCO Adds Odessa, Ukraine, to List of World Heritage in Danger

The Ukrainian city of Odessa has been added to the UNESCO World Heritage List and inscribed on the List of World Heritage in Danger. The city, which sits along Ukraine’s southern coast, will now receive reinforced technical and financial international assistance after being designated as in

This Cruise Line Promises You’ll See The Northern Lights On Select Sailings — Or You Get A Free Cruise

The northern lights are a popular but elusive natural phenomenon that appear on many a traveler’s bucket list. If they are on your list, and you’ve been hesitant to book a northern lights tour because you might come up empty, here’s a chance to hedge your bets. Hurtigruten is making a “Northern

Experience True Island Luxury At The Top 10 Most Expensive Hotels In The Maldives

Regardless of the budget, planning a trip to the Maldives is not difficult since the island offers a wide variety of options for travelers with different tastes. Adventurous travelers who want to indulge themselves in water sports like snorkeling can find amazing places to snorkel in the Maldives. Even

Seabourn Pursuit Reveals 7 New Pre-Inaugural Sailings

This summer, Seabourn’s newest expedition ship, Seabourn Pursuit, will sail through the Mediterranean, Transatlantic, and Caribbean on seven brand-new pre-inaugural sailings. Seabourn Pursuit will enter service on August 12, 2023. Currently available for booking, these new itineraries

Guy Fawkes is Hanged

The infamous Gunpowder Plot of 1605 was an attempt by a group of conspirators to kill King James I of England, his family, and most of the House of Lords by blowing up the Palace of Westminster during the State Opening of

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Cautiously reversing, an unhealthy grinding sound came from my vehicle as its four-wheel drive fought for traction. I was on sheer ice. The main roads and towns were blissfully clear, but turning off onto jagged moorland tracks for the final 30 minutes of my drive, the conditions worsened mile

The Highest Rail Route In Northern Europe

On a chilly November morning in Oslo, I boarded a train bound for Bergen. I've been exploring Norway for more than a decade, returning at least a dozen times since my wide-eyed first trip. I have been to the northernmost point on the Norwegian mainland (Knivskjelodden) and to its

Stay At This Luxury Hotel On Your Next Trip To Mexico City

Mexico City has grown in popularity. With LA-like weather and the hustle spirit of NYC, it’s no wonder travelers are flocking to this city. If you’re planning your 2023 travels and experiencing luxury is on your list, then check out Sofitel Mexico City Reforma. As a digital nomad who spent a

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Intrepid Travel's CEO James Thornton shares ways to separate companies that are serious about sustainability from those that are jumping on the eco-bandwagon

Lunar New Year holiday trips surge in China after lifting of Covid restrictions

China saw 226 million domestic trips during the Lunar New Year holiday, state media reported, a 74% surge from last year after the government lifted all travel curbs under its now-abandoned zero-Covid policy

Here Are The Top Cancun Tours For This Booming 2023 Travel Trend

As traveling sustainably continues to trend this year, here are some of the best tours in Cancun and beyond for this trend

10 of the best group trips for solo travellers

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These Are The 10 Most Powerful Travel Destinations In The World — What That Means

A new report by the World Travel & Tourism Council has ranked popular destinations around the world using an interesting set of metrics

U.S. State Department Has Issued These 12 New Travel Advisory Updates

Here are the most recent travel updates per country and the most relevant details of the government's new information for travelers

Why This Lesser Known Caribbean Island is Becoming Increasingly Popular

Dominica tourism is surging in popularity in 2023. Here are the reasons why this Caribbean island is becoming a travel hotspot

UK regional airline Flybe ceases trading, cancels all flights

British regional airline Flybe on Saturday ceased trading for the second time in three years, with all flights cancelled and 276 workers made redundant

What do I do if my flight is canceled? 'Your multitasking skills need to come through'

If your flight is canceled or delayed, experts say you should reach out all the ways you can and advocate for yourself when it comes to rebooking

Airline passengers endured a 13-hour flight to nowhere after their plane to New Zealand was forced to turn back mid-flight

A long-haul Emirates flight turned back mid-flight because of flooding in Auckland. American Airlines passengers also endured a similar situation

Oceania Cruises' Riviera to Sail in Asia in 2023-2024

Oceania Cruises announced 2023-2024 sailings in Asia aboard the re-inspired Riviera, according to a press release. "Riviera's re-inspiration has brought our luxurious product to new heights and the expansion of our Exotics 2023-2024 season means even more of our guests have the opportunity to explore one of the most intriguing

One Year Until Royal Caribbean's Colossal New Cruise Ship

There's just one year to go until Royal Caribbean's new world's largest cruise ship debuts, but for now, Icon of the Seas remains under construction

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Cruise lines loved issuing credits for sailings canceled during the pandemic, which allowed them to keep your money - and may have saved them

Celebrate Valentine's Day In Style At These Luxurious Hotels

Whether you're looking for a relaxing spa or a gourmet meal, these romantic hotel packages will make your Valentine's Day one to remember

The best hotels in Singapore

Ah, Singapore; the tiny city-state with enormous appeal. Historically — notwithstanding a brief spell under Japanese occupation, during World War II — it spent 144 years under British rule

Marriott Opens New Hotel in Panama

Marriott has opened the new Marriott Panama Hotel, a 331-room hotel connected to the Albrook Mall, the largest mall in Central America

France extends mandatory COVID tests for Chinese travellers until Feb 15

France has extended mandatory COVID tests for travellers from China until Feb. 15, a government decree published on Saturday showed

These Movies Will Make You Want to Travel the World

If you're looking for travel inspiration, the movies featured here will make you want to drop everything and hop on a plane tomorrow

King Charles I is beheaded

The British have always had an interesting relationship with their monarchs. Charles I reigned from March 1625 until his death in 1649. His death, however, holds a certain distinction: Charles I was the only British monarch ever put to death by the Parliament of England. The King's policies did not win him any friends: he was an advocate of the Divine Right of Kings, and levied taxes without Parliament's consent, never

Collette presents new ‘Flavors of Portugal and Spain’ Explorations tour

Pawtucket, RI (January 26, 2023) – Collette is excited to present its new “Flavors of Portugal and Spain” Explorations tour. The 16-day experience sees travelers venture throughout the Iberian Peninsula, sampling different vintage wines and taking in the rich culture. The Explorations line is Collette’s most popular, receiving only excellent reviews 78% of the time

American Jazz Repositions West for Historic New 2023 California River Cruises

GUILFORD, CT—January 26, 2023—American Cruise Lines has announced today, that American Jazz, one of the company’s 10 new riverboats, is repositioning from the Mississippi River to the West Coast for brand new

The Liberation of Auschwitz

ARBEIT MACHT FREI: WORK SETS YOU FREE. This was displayed over the entrance to Auschwitz, the largest concentration and work camp that processed over 1.3 million prisoners during the Holocaust. 9 out of 10 of the

Travel May Be Impacted By Cold Front And Heavy Rains This Weekend

The final few days of January will feature numerous chances for snowfall across the northern half of the country and mountainous West, with potentially heavy snow leading to travel impacts as bitter cold temperatures surge into more the Nation by the end of the weekend. An initial system

Copa Airlines Strike Set for Feb. 2

Copa Airline’s pilots plan to go on strike against the Panama airline on February 2. Panamanian Commercial Aviators Union (UNPAC) said on Friday that its 1,200 pilots will walk off the job at 7:30 a.m. local time, after failing to reach a “fair and sustainable agreement” in contracts talks that have

Croatian Airports Prepare for Entry Into Schengen

The Croatian airports have started to prepare for entry into the Schengen by making adjustments to passenger terminals and other areas. The airports of Croatia are set to end their checks for all travellers of the European Union/Schengen Area on March 26, 2023, and in order to avoid any

Southwest Faces Investigation Over Holiday Travel Disaster As It Posts A $220M Loss

The U.S. Department of Transportation is investigating the Southwest Airlines holiday travel debacle, which left thousands of travelers stranded for days. The investigation comes as the airline reported a $220 million loss last quarter and further losses in the first quarter. Southwest canceled more than

Visit These Affordable South American Destinations In 2023

Elshaday Kebede is a San Francisco Bay Area-based Black solo female traveler and content creator that enjoys traveling to affordable destinations. Having grown up in Ethiopia, travel is her biggest passion, and also one she does not take for granted. Following her becoming a U.S. citizen in 2019

The 16 Best Island Vacations in the World, According to Our Travel Specialists

It doesn’t matter if you’re planning ahead for a classic summer getaway or want to swap hemispheres to escape your winter blues: The best Island vacations in the world await. Those OOO messages pretty much write themselves when you arrive at your slice of paradise, surrounded by

Small City, Big Scenery: The Ultimate Travel Guide To Ogden & Things To Do

Ogden is a name with which not many are familiar, but those who are love visiting this gem. A small city found in Northern Utah, it is a skiing lover's paradise, enjoying proximity to slopes on sites like Mt. Ogden, De Moisy, and Nordic Valley, to name a few. And when the winter frost thaws, these

The Next Step For Your Wellness Routine: Travel

Sometimes the best resolutions are the most restorative ones, and nothing beats the invigorating feeling of a great getaway. This year, people are further defining what “wellness” means in their lives, considering areas of sleep, recovery, nutrition, and mindfulness, as reported in Hilton’s 2023

Roxane Gay in Antarctica: The Things We Do for Love

On our very first date, my now wife, Debbie, told me that when she turned 60, she was traveling to Antarctica to see a total eclipse of the sun. My first thought was that this was a very Caucasian ambition. Then I thought it was strange she was planning a trip 20 years in advance. I wished her

Norwegian Cruise Line Expands Presence In South Africa

Norwegian Cruise Line is ecstatic to reach another landmark in the company’s history. The cruise line has completed its inaugural season cruising from Cape Town, South Africa. One of Norwegian’s 18-ship fleet, Norwegian Jade, is the first vessel to officially homeport in the South African port. The

10 Kid-Friendly Fort Lauderdale Hotels That Are The Best The 'Venice Of America' Has To Offer

Welcome to Fort Lauderdale, 'The Venice of America,' the perfect destination for a family holiday. Located on Florida's Gold Coast, this city offers miles of white-sand beaches, canals for sightseeing and exploring, and plenty of entertainment and attractions that are sure to keep the entire family

Accor’s CEO On Megamergers, Summer Deals (Don’t Count On Them) And Battling Marriott And Hyatt In Europe

The perpetual rumor in the hotel industry is that Paris-based Accor — which owns brands like Raffles, Sofitel and Fairmont — will merge with United Kingdom-based IHG Hotels & Resorts. IHG is the conglomerate behind Holiday Inn, as well as higher-end offerings like InterContinental and

Disneyland Unveils New Runaway Railway Ride For Disney100 Celebration: Here's An Inside Look

When faced with a tornado, it's important to hold onto your ears. I learned this lesson the hard way, when my ears flew from my head as our vehicle sharply swiveled around the large twister. The ears, of course, weren't mine, but a hairband accessory designed after Minnie Mouse's ears. The tornado

Willie Nelson Is Throwing A Party For His 90th Birthday — The All-Star, Two-Day Concert You’re Invited To Attend

Ninetieth birthday celebrations are often quiet affairs. Willie Nelson’s celebration, not so much. His 2-day birthday bash (April 29 and 30) will be at the Hollywood Bowl, and he’s invited “a few” friends. The event, put on by Blackbird Presents, is called Long Story Short: Willie Nelson 90. And

Las Vegas Wynn Resorts Introduce New Wellness Program That Includes IV Drips, Tom Brady Training Sessions

You may want to take a break from working out and eating well while you’re traveling, but you don’t necessarily have to do that — especially when you stay at the Wynn Las Vegas or Encore resorts. Indeed, Wynn Las Vegas recently introduced a new program it calls “Wynn Living Well” to offer

Goway Invites Travellers to Celebrate Downunder

TORONTO, ON - As Australia marks Australia Day on January 26, and New Zealand honours Waitangi Day on February 6, Goway Travel announces Downunder Day, celebrating another year as North America’s No. 1 name in travel to Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific. To celebrate, Goway is

What It's Like To Travel To Every Country In The World

After decades of traveling, both separately and together, Rachel Davey and Martina Sebova had each visited over 100 of the 195 UN-recognized countries and territories on the globe. The pair, who met during an overland tour of Europe back in 2008, were having coffee together in Melbourne, Australia, when they first discussed the prospect of visiting the 88 or so remaining countries on their

United CEO: Air Travel System Is 'Stressed To The Max'

If airlines are to avoid repeats of recent service problems, they’ll need to have a lot more back-up in place, according to United CEO Scott Kirby. “You can’t run an airline like it’s 2019, and the reason is because the system is just stressed to the max,” Kirby told CNN’s Christine Romans in an interview this week. “There’s strains everywhere, whether it’s in security or FAA staffing or systems. Across

Why Set-Jetting Is Taking Off Right Now

The start of a new year can be dark and dreary, with abysmal weather. But for those of us who love a good TV binge, it can also bring plenty of opportunity to catch up on shows we've missed, or for film fans, plenty of cold evenings to spend in the cinema being transported to another (perhaps sunnier) world. As much as we love sinking into the sofa and being whisked away to far-flung

Airlines Issue Travel Waivers As Winter Storm Pushes Northeast. Which Cities Are Covered?

Travelers heading to the airport Wednesday will want to triple-check their flight status and consider rebooking as a winter storm that's dumped snow across the Midwest barrels northeast. The storm has prompted winter storm warnings and advisories from Missouri all the way to Maine. More than 3,000 U.S. flights were delayed and more than 600 flights were canceled as of 3:30 p.m. ET

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The southern Californian city of Los Angeles is an amazing vacation destination. Home to gorgeous beaches, world-famous nightclubs, and seemingly endless experiences, it’s no wonder why. If you’re planning a trip, you might be trying to decide where to stay. No worries – this is the list for you! Here are the top 7 hotels in Los Angeles for 2023. Make enjoying Los Angeles’s gorgeous

Why Expedition Cruises Are Trending (And How To Save Money On Them)

Expedition cruises are one of the biggest travel trends of this year. Here’s everything you need to know about this unique type of cruise, plus how to save money when booking one. Expedition cruises are all about exploring more remote places around the world. This is not your typical Caribbean cruise. Travelers on expedition cruises are interested in actually experiencing the destinations they

The New Cruise Ships We're Most Excited About in 2023

Each year, a fresh batch of cruise ships draws headlines and fanfare. The pandemic, however, slowed down ship launches to a mere trickle as cruise lines weathered the public health crisis storm. But for 2023, with cruising fully back in action, a robust new flock of vessels is being unveiled that introduces not just sleek new designs and exciting amenities but also a stronger focus on more

How Much Do Hotel Rooms For Super Bowl Weekend Cost? A Lot. Here's The Latest Price Outlook.

It's coming down to the wire for football fans searching for hotel rooms for Super Bowl 2023. The NFL Conference Championships on Jan. 29 will decide the teams who square off in the big game. If you're looking for a hotel room in metro Phoenix, know this: Your options are growing more expensive. While some hotel chains have more rooms available than they did a couple of months ago

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Are you up for an exhilarating winter experience? Make your way to downtown Vienna for the Vienna Ice Dream (Wiener Eistraum). Between Burgtheater and Rathausplatz, all the way to Parliament, the area has been transformed into a winter paradise for sports enthusiasts. This is the Vienna Ice Dream, extending from January to March. The Vienna Ice Dream was founded more than 25 years

16 Of The Best Experiences In Greece: Beaches, History And Incredible Food

Greece is the land of dreams. We dream about its azure seas, its charming island villages and its myriad beaches, both broad and minute. We dream about the Acropolis, shining on a hill over fascinating Athens. This grand country, from mountaintop to city street, lives up to those dreams. Greece satisfies travelers looking for adventure, the great outdoors, relaxing seaside vacations and

How to Actually Get Some Sleep While Traveling, According to Experts

When it comes to sleep, do you get enough shut-eye? According to researchers, more than 70 million Americans have some form of a sleeping disorder related to stress-related issues, chronic diseases, or mental health conditions. While more than 25% of Americans find it hard to fall asleep in their own bed, traveling can be an additional quandary throwing someone’s normal sleeping pattern into

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Utah’s southernmost city — St. George — is more than just a road trip stopover town. This destination is where outdoor lovers converge to escape the bustles of big cities. Its location close to natural sights makes it an ideal gateway to some of the state’s many nature trails. From Snow Canyon State Park to Zion National Park, there’s no shortage of places to visit from St George. But the city

Miss Beyoncé's Concert In Dubai? You Can Now Book A Room Where She Performed

Did Beyoncé forget to invite you to her concert in Dubai, too? Maybe the invitation got lost in the mail or sent to an e-mail spam box like ours did. The bad news is we missed the concert in person. The good news? We can officially set foot where Queen Bey performed as The Royal at Atlantis is formally taking reservations. As we previously reported, the company announced building what

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Amtrak is giving its overnight trains an overhaul and making plans to replace its long-distance train cars with newer versions. The company will reequip its Amtrak Long Distance Network, considering ideas from as many as 10 manufacturers, according to Amtrak. The new train cars will be rolled

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In a move to preserve Banff National Park’s pristine beauty, Parks Canada has banned personal vehicles on the 12-kilometer (7.5-mile) Moraine Lake Road near Lake Louise. Alberta’s Department of Forestry, Parks, and Tourism, however, is contesting the ban. The rift between the two

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Walt Disney World Resort is full of premiums that make The Most Magical Place on Earth even more over-the-top, from club level at deluxe hotels to Disney’s elusive Club 33. But nothing is more high-end than a Disney World VIP tour. It’s a white (Mickey) glove service that cuts wait

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Southwest Airlines’ operational collapse that helped prolong an epic air travel meltdown last month—capped by an FAA computer crash that shut down U.S. airspace for a few hours in early January—is raising questions yet again about whether there’s something chronically awry with this country’s

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Entry to the famed archeological site Machu Picchu has been temporarily closed due to ongoing protests in Peru. Both the Machu Picchu Citadel and the Inca Trail Network have been closed to tourists amid political unrest in the country, CNN reported. Tourists who had a ticket for Jan. 21 or

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Everything glittered this weekend at the unveiling of long-anticipated resort Atlantis The Royal, from the golden toothbrushes in the room’s vanity kit to a mesmerizing performance by Beyoncé. Over a thousand celebrities and special guests from around the world arrived in Dubai to attend the

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Every traveler's must-see list includes Little Italy because of its genuine pasta meals, which are offered by the top Italian restaurants, and its romantic, old-New York ambiance. In the 1880s, immigrants from Naples and Sicily flooded the region, creating the once-Italian neighborhood that

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After spending most of the pandemic sealed off from tourism, with a very limited number of foreigners allowed in, Australia has finally reinstated normal entry guidelines. As a result, it is not only recovering from the Covid slump but surging in popularity again for 2023, especially among

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A new report from the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) and the Trip.com Group has revealed that 69 per cent of travellers are actively seeking sustainable travel options for 2023. The same report also reveals that there is an increased appetite for sustainable tourism among

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It came off as a rare moment of candor for the airline industry on Wednesday, when United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby told analysts and reporters that after a year of constant disruptions, including canceled and delayed flights, lost luggage and worse, passengers could expect more of that in

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With a durable peace deal in place and an ever-growing number of international visitors, Colombia has seen a total transformation in recent years. Hemmed in by the Caribbean and Pacific coastlines in the north and west and the Amazon rainforest in the south, Colombia contains some of South

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On January 20, 1981, Ronald Reagan was inaugurated as the President of the United States. Minutes later, the nation of Iran released 52 hostages they had held for 444 days in captivity. In retaliation for the United States' support of

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The U.S. government has just reached its debt ceiling for the first time since 2011. Though lawmakers funded the federal government through the end of the fiscal year 2023 in December, they still borrow money to fund ongoing operations via a debt ceiling. “The federal government is

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US air safety officials say that the glitch that led to travel chaos at airports last week was actually caused by a contractor deleting files on a crucial computer server used by pilots. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said the worker "unintentionally deleted files" on the Notice to Air

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"You are in room nine, it's one of our binational rooms," the hotel manager confirmed with a smile, handing over an old-school metal key. I could hardly contain my delight. If the prospect of showing up at a hotel not knowing which country I would be sleeping in that night was already thrilling

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Part of a three week series that explores all things cooking, gardening, and self-care in its many forms, Lale sits down with legendary restaurant owner, cookbook author, chef, and community activist Tanya Holland. Her restaurant, Brown Sugar Kitchen, became a focal point of the Oakland

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Thailand ushered in a new age of train travel on Thursday as Southeast Asia’s biggest railway station officially began operations. The government says the huge, modern development on the edge of central Bangkok will bolster the country’s position as a regional hub and boost its economy

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Great Wolf Lodge is set to open a massive 48-acre resort, it's largest yet, in Maryland later this year. The chain of indoor waterparks and family fun centers that features everything from winding water slides, obstacle courses, interactive "quests" and more, prides itself on being a one-stop shop for a

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Italy, with its awe-inspiring art, architecture and food, is no background actor on the world's stage. The epicenter of the Roman Empire and the birthplace of the Renaissance, this European virtuoso practically groans under the weight of its cultural cachet. The challenge is not so much where to go

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A cruise line has expanded the casino on five different cruise ships and added a non-smoking section on three others. Holland America Line has announced the expansion of the casinos on Pinnacle and Signature class cruise ships by adding more than 140 of the newest and most popular

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Paris is a city beloved for fine food, fine art and fine fashion. But a new index from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) also says that Paris is the world's most powerful city for tourism. The WTTC, a nonprofit travel industry body based in the UK, analyzed tourism data from the year 2022 to see

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As Southwest Airlines continues to clean up the mess left behind by its Christmas travel fiasco, the carrier faces a new challenge – a potential pilots' strike. The Southwest Airlines pilots' union called for a strike vote on Wednesday. "This isn't about pilots as much as it's about the soul of Southwest

Everything Americans Need To Know About The New UK Entry Permit

Beginning this year, the UK is reforming its border regime by introducing a new entry permit for foreign nationals. Currently, American citizens can travel to the country without submitting any documentation in advance or applying for a visa, and while they will still be able to visit relatively

Pretty Port St. Lucie: The Ultimate Travel Guide And Things To Do There

Port St. Lucie is an ideal place to visit for a laid-back Florida vacation. In addition to its popular attractions, like the Port St. Lucie Botanical Garden and PGA Village, this pretty city is a haven for nature lovers and families who prefer to avoid the crowds of other, more popular Florida winter

5 Off The Beaten Path Ski Resorts In Europe

Winter is here, and many travelers want to enjoy the season while it lasts by appreciating all the benefits of the cold weather. And, of course, one of the best ways to take advantage of this time of the year is skiing! Staying at a cozy cabin with a fireplace and jumping on a snowboard is the perfect

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The dream of stepping back into time to the days of 1940s train travel is becoming a reality thanks to Hudson River Rail. The company, which is celebrating its 75th anniversary this year, is offering rides on restored railroad cars from 1948. The first departure, which travels between New York City to

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Planning a trip to Saudi Arabia can seem mystifying since it’s been off-limits to most international visitors for so long. But the kingdom’s opening to tourism is bringing with it new infrastructure and processes to make the destination accessible: In a matter of minutes, travelers can apply online and

How Long Can You Be On A Cruise? Why Some Passengers Opt To Sail For 6 Months Or Longer.

When most travelers think of a cruise vacation, they might imagine four or five days at sea sunbathing in the Caribbean. By that point, Joyce Halee has hardly begun her trip. "Two weeks is a short cruise," Halee, 78, told USA TODAY. The retired legal secretary spends much of her time on

A Rare Surprise Discovered At Florida's Blue Spring State Park

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You don’t have to enter a single museum or art gallery in Paris to explore the city’s rich culture, history, and vibrant art scene. Walking around the City of Light, Parisians are treated to a metropolis beaming with awe-inspiring architecture. Many are well-known, like the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, the

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The hotel industry’s branding bonanza continues. This time, it continues in a newer subset of hospitality known for properties that don’t necessarily fit into the mold of a “normal” hotel brand. Accor Thursday launched the Handwritten Collection, the latest in the Paris-based hotel giant’s

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Meet Michael Darko, a British-born Ghanaian currently based between London and Mexico City, and the founder of Farringdon Jets. For as long as he can remember, Darko has always had a passion for aviation. However, since joining the UK’s Royal Air Force Cadets as a teen, life took him down a

MSC Becomes Official Cruise Line Partner of the New York Knicks

MSC Cruises and Madison Square Garden Sports Corp. have announced a multi-year marketing partnership, as MSC Cruises is named official cruise line partner of the New York Knicks. Through the partnership, MSC will receive significant brand promotion during all Knicks games at The Garden

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The 1980's were not kind to the legacy airlines. Deregulation brought onto the market a number of upstart airlines such as People Express. Legacy airlines like Eastern Airlines suddenly faced competition from the first wave of so-called

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From catching Covid-19 to getting caught in a blizzard, traveling can be risky business these days. But just how risky often depends on the destination — and how you define the risks. A report published by the U.K.-based insurance company William Russell ranked the “safest cities in the

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U.S. airlines posting strong financial results remain upbeat about travel demand, even as economists and analysts say the risk of an economic recession has gone up. Carriers are enjoying the strongest travel demand since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, boosted by reopening of closed borders, a

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Just like there are certain books that everyone should read, there are certain destinations that should be on everyone’s travel bucket list. The world has incredible places for every kind of traveler, but there are cities that, without a doubt, everyone should visit, especially this year. Travel experts have

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Its mountains, canyons, beaches and lagoons make it one of Italy's most beautiful and varied landscapes, but few people -- and that includes Italians -- know anything about it. Perhaps because it's tucked away on the country's northeastern border with Slovenia and Austria, perhaps because of

5 New Ski Retreats Around the World to Visit This Winter

For globe-trotting powder pilgrims, there’s no substitute for slicing down a silent Swiss corduroy alp or carving into fresh Japanese powder under bluebird skies. A new crop of ski hotels is beckoning skiers and snowboarders with not just the world’s best slopes but also exciting après scenes that

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American Cruise Lines is turning 50 and celebrating with discounts on its Mississippi River cruises and free domestic airfare. The cruise line, which sails a fleet of 17 ships accommodating no more than 190 passengers, is offering travelers $1,200 off per stateroom on 8-day lower Mississippi River cruises

Frontier Airlines Scrapped Its Customer Service Call Line. Here's How That's Going.

Frontier Airlines did away with its customer service call line a few months ago in favor of a messaging-based system available on multiple platforms. The airline says customer response has been good so far, but a number of Frontier passengers told USA TODAY that their experience with the

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We’re getting our first look at Brightline’s new station in Orlando, Florida, set to open this year. The provider of modern, eco-friendly, intercity rail released never before seen renderings of the future station, located at Orlando International Airport. “This world-class train station continues our mission

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Sydney is a city made for summers. In the warmer months, you can make the most of outdoor dining, rooftop bars, dozens of beaches and Sydney's beautiful bronzed inhabitants. But of course, the iconic sights – from the Opera House and Harbour Bridge to tracts of bushlands and parks – can

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Tokyo is a popular destination among avid travelers. When visiting this megacity, travelers have a range of stays to choose from, whether it's traditional Ryokan hotels or soothing hot springs resorts. There are no right or wrong answers when it comes to choosing accommodation in this massive

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There is perhaps no other city in the world where you can hear three languages spoken by the locals to a soundtrack of church bells, the voice of the muzzein and the chatter of tourists from every corner of the globe. But Jerusalem, where I grew up in a Palestinian family, is also two universes within each

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GUILFORD, CT—January 16, 2023—American Cruise Lines is commemorating 50 years of cruising America’s waterways, announcing special Wave Season deals for spring. The company is the oldest U.S. cruise line sailing exclusively

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Pawtucket, RI (January 16, 2023) – Collette is excited to present its new “Treasures of Turkey” small group Explorations tour. The 16-day experience gives travelers a great opportunity to explore ancient ruins and legendary

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Americans are gearing up for a year of travel, with many choosing domestic trips over international. This year is also shaping up to be filled with some rather unconventional travel trends. While there is no shortage of places to explore in the U.S., one unexpected trend is happening in the American

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For each of the past five years, Wendy Volk, a real estate agent in Cheyenne, Wyo., has raised money from local businesses, philanthropists, and government officials to pay millions to SkyWest, an airline that made $50 million last quarter. The payments are to ensure that the airline will keep running the

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The rich aroma of acarajé fritters sold by Baiana vendors mixed with the rhythmic drumming of Salvador's street bands. Tourists and locals flooded the bars of the Pelourinho neighbourhood to watch Brazil's first game in the 2022 World Cup, and crowds erupted as they scored against Serbia

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Last year, Vienna announced plans to become carbon neutral by 2040, beating the goals outlined in the Paris Agreement by 10 years. Hyperlocal food, through urban farming and sustainable agriculture, will play a major role in making it happen. Vienna has nearly 5,000 acres of fields and vineyards

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You could visit Walt Disney World any time of year, but savvy travelers will want to strategically plan around four key events: EPCOT's festivals. The first one of 2023, EPCOT International Festival of the Arts, just started. Each one features unique experiences you won't find at other times. "That steak

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I’ll take ice with that. Wait, that’s a drink, not a hotel stay! However, yes, you can stay in an ice hotel where your room and almost everything is made of ice! Best of all, although the first ice hotel was opened in 1989 in Sweden, you don’t have to fly across the ocean for the experience. You only have

What To Know Before Going To Rome

I first visited Rome in 1992, and my love for the city has only grown since. I wrote my first book about the city in college, and rarely does a year go by since then when I don’t visit my favorite piazza (Navona), enjoy my favorite gelato (cioccolato e limone con panna) or gaze upon my favorite art

Don’t Be “That Cruiser”: 13 Things You Need to Know About Cruise Etiquette

You booked a cruise to enjoy a vacation at sea, be that a relaxing time far away from real-world worries back on dry land or a thrilling time in ports of call and experiencing all that’s on board, from the escape rooms to go-karts found on the biggest cruise ships. The last thing you want is to be

New Plan Will Enhance Visitors’ Experience With Famous Hollywood Sign — Here’s How

The organization that maintains the iconic Hollywood sign in the foothills of Los Angeles has announced plans to build a visitor center at the site. The Hollywood Sign Trust said the visitor center will give fans “a more enriching experience and the opportunity to learn about the fascinating history

American, Jetblue Add 11 New Routes As Part Of Expanded Northeast Alliance

American Airlines and JetBlue Airways are continuing to grow in the Northeast, despite the pending lawsuit against the carriers’ tie-up. Both airlines are adding new and expanded routes from New York and Boston under the so-called Northeast Alliance, and this latest round of growth is welcome news

Netherlands Starts Preparations for Implementation of Entry/Exit System in May

The Dutch government is preparing for the new changes that will take place at the EU’s external borders, entering force on May 2023. Changes will take place starting on May 2023 when the EU entry and exit system (EES) starts operating, which will include the registration of all non-EU nationals arriving and leaving the Schengen Area, SchengenVisaInfo.com reports.

The 18th Amendment to the US Constitution Ratified

On this day in 1920, the 18th Amendment to the US Constitution went into effect, initiating Prohibition. The new law forbade the sale, manufacture, transportation and consumption of alcohol throughout the United States. The

The Rule Change You Need To Know If You’re Traveling To Europe In 2023

Starting this year, it’s going to cost you to travel to certain countries in Europe. The European Union is starting a visa program in 2023 called ETIAS, the European Travel Information and Authorization System. The ETIAS Program requires international travelers to pay a fee to enter the European

Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr in Atlanta

Atlanta, the cosmopolitan capital of the South, is the birthplace and final resting place of one of America's most pivotal and charismatic historical figures – Dr Martin Luther King Jr. It was here that King’s crusade for equal rights was born and bred. Here are five Atlanta sites that celebrate King's life

New Hilton Brand Adds Upgrades to the Economy Sector

Bring on the bagels! There's one more brand in the hotel sector this month, as Hilton rolls out its newest brainchild, focused on the premium economy sector - with a free bagel bar breakfast in every property.

Travel Troops's Matt Schumacher Gets Jail Time for Defrauding Advisors

Thirty-six travel advisors are feeling vindicated today as former Travel Troops host agency owner Matt Schumacher was sentenced to 24 months in prison and ordered to pay them almost half a million dollars in restitution.

From Art To History: The Ultimate Travel Guide On Brooklyn & Things To Do

New York is considered one of the most vibrant cities in the US, and there is always something new to discover there. Brooklyn, a province with a rich and colorful history, is among the coolest neighborhoods in NYC to check out. The history of Brooklyn goes back further than one expects and

A Road Trip To Norway's Best View

The road to Kjeåsen, a mountain farm deep in western Norway's fjord country, looks like a route to nowhere. Hugging the shoreline of Simadalfjord, a tiny arm of Hardangerfjord, the road wanders from the village of Eidfjord past wooden waterside cabins and oxblood-red farm buildings. It rarely

These Small Towns in Colombia Are Glamping Hot Spots With Igloo-shaped Tents, Refurbished Wagons, and Panoramic Domes Overlooking the Andes

Take a stroll through El Poblado, a boutique and cosmopolitan hotel-draped neighborhood in Medellín, Colombia, and this much becomes clear from the sporadic leaflet: The towns of Guatapé and El Peñol are the go-to day trips for locals and tourists alike. Tucked approximately 90 minutes west of Medellín

What I Learned Traveling To New Orleans As A Solo Tourist

At 7:45 a.m., I waited for my United Airlines flight to New Orleans as a thick blanket of fog covered the morning sky, delaying my flight a bit. It was my first time traveling alone for fun, and I was nervous. I'm used to traveling with family or friends, and I hadn’t truly taken a real vacation since

New Luxury River Cruise Line Brings Beloved Europe Ships Back to Life

Europe’s most luxurious river cruise ships are back in business. Seaside Collection, a German hotel company, this week announced that it has purchased the remaining four ships from the pandemic-felled Crystal Cruises to join its Riverside Luxury Cruises brand, effectively resurrecting the super-luxe

5 Stunning Utah State Parks Without the National Park Crowds

Utah state parks are all-too-often overlooked. After all, it’s hard to imagine a visit to the state's spellbinding desert landscape without a plan to visit its national parks. But in a region so dizzyingly saturated in geological wonders, the “mighty five”—as Arches, Canyonlands, Bryce Canyon, Capital

American Airlines And Delta Air Lines Planes Nearly Collide At Jfk Airport; FAA Investigating

The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating a near-collision two commercial airplanes had at John F. Kennedy International Airport on Friday. The FAA said preliminary information shows a Delta Air Lines Boeing 737 came to a safe stop on a runway at the airport "after air traffic controllers

Unwind At The 10 Best Beach Bars In The Caribbean

The Caribbean could be called the beach bar capital of the world with countless places to sip the day away. To find the best spot to toast the shore, 10Best asked a panel of experts to nominate 20 beach bars, then asked readers to vote for their favorites. These are the 10 best beach bars in the

Bronx Rep. Ritchie Torres Calls For An Investigation Into Air Travel Systems After Nationwide Outage

Bronx Congressman Ritchie Torres is demanding an investigation of air travel systems after an outage grounded flights across the United States this week. He wants Homeland Security and the Department of Transportation to look into cyber vulnerabilities. The Federal Aviation Administration

Is Outdated Airline Technology Dangerous or Just Annoying?

The Federal Aviation Administration suffered a major system outage this week that grounded planes from coast to coast. More than 10,000 flights were delayed, and 1,000 were canceled after the FAA stopped all domestic departures nationwide. The system was down for almost 90 minutes—it

These Are The 10 Most Expensive Saudi Arabia Hotels To Stay At

Although Saudi Arabia formerly only issued visas to religious pilgrims and business travelers, the country has recently opened its doors to tourists. In Saudi Arabia, visitors may find everything from the ocean to the desert to the mountains to the hustle and bustle of the cities. From the lavish shops

Paul Gauguin Cruises Announces 21 Dedicated Voyages For 2023 and 2024 Moana Explorer Program

Paul Gauguin Cruises Moana Explorer Program, a complimentary interactive program to encourage the discovery and value of the wonders around the world, will offer 21 summer and holiday sailings in 2023 and 2024! While traveling at sea, children will learn marine education aboard and ashore

Goway Adds Cory Payton as New Account Manager for US

TORONTO, ON - Goway Travel is thrilled to expand its Account Management team with the addition of Cory Payton as Account Manager for the US. This expansion is in response to the exceptional growth that Goway has seen

Wyatt Earp Dies

An icon of the American West, Wyatt Earp was born on March 19, 1848. His tumultuous life included stints as a saloon keeper, a farmer, a law enforcement officer, a boxing referee, and a gold miner. Along with his

Why Singapore Isn't Imposing New Travel Rules On Visitors From China

Singapore’s Minister for Health Ong Ye Kung told Parliament Monday that the government is not imposing new restrictions on travelers from China because limited flight capacity, combined with its current border policies, have resulted in few imported cases — and even

4 Top Tips for Air Travel as a Wheelchair User

In September of 2022, 1.54 wheelchairs out of 100 were mishandled by airlines reporting to the Department of Transportation (DOT). Allegiant Air had the lowest incidence of difficulty, while Spirit Airlines had the most reports from over 5% of wheelchair-user passengers. It’s

The Best Of South America For Every Travel Personality Type

Who doesn’t want to discover the very best of South America at some point in life? This continent is a place hot on travel lists around the world. Whether attending Carnaval in Rio de Janeiro in Brazil or hiking Machu Picchu, there is something spectacular for everyone. Black

Wildflower Farms Offers a High-End Escape for Nature-Starved New Yorkers—Here’s What It’s Like

New Yorkers have been migrating north in the summer to avoid the city’s brutal heat for decades. In the early 20th century, the Vanderbilts, Rockefellers, and other titans of industry built spectacular vacation homes known as Adirondack Great Camps in the remote wilderness

North Carolina Aviation Museum Renamed For 'Sully'

When the Carolinas Aviation Museum located in North Carolina unveils its transformation in late 2023, it will officially have a new name: the Sullenberger Aviation Museum. Named after Capt. Chelsey “Sully” Sullenberger, the new title salutes the pilot and the entire crew who

Inside the Brand New Terminal A Building at Newark Liberty International Airport

It’s the dawn of a new age at Newark Liberty International Airport, as the new $2.7 billion Terminal A opened its doors to passengers on Thursday, following multiple delays. The dimly lit seating areas with limited food options and facilities—to the point that portable toilets had

So Long, Splash Mountain. Hello, Tiana's Palace. Disney Doubles Down On 'The Princess And The Frog'

Disney is going all in on Princess Tiana's story for fans of "The Princess and the Frog." Not only will Tiana’s Bayou Adventure replace Splash Mountain at both Disneyland and Walt Disney World next year, but days ahead of Splash Mountain's Jan. 23 closure at Disney World

Do Airplane Evacuation Tests Need To Change? The New Bill Promising To Make Flying Safer For All Passengers

I don’t know about you, but as a frequent flyer, I’ve become a bit jaded about the chirpy plane safety spiel we get when the aircraft takes off. However, I need to shake off my ennui and pay attention because the current Federal Aviation Authority (FAA) evacuation procedures

Museums And Parks Add New Shades With Color-Blindness Glasses

As an employee at Museum of Contemporary Art Denver, Brad Ingles frequently gazed at “Blue Ribbon Fruit,” an artwork that seemingly incorporates all the colors in the produce department. But one winter day, he experienced the piece as never before. “I had looked at

14 Most Budget-Friendly Hotel Chains In The U.S.

A trip is never complete with only a plane ticket and hotel reservation in hand. Like any other type of travel, one will want to stay within the budget. Luckily, a traveler has plenty of affordable options out there. Traveling abroad, one may be surprised by just how cheap some

Croatia's Euro Changeover Has Made Good Progress in Its Initial Phase

A survey carried out by the Commission of the European Union has found that Croatia’s euro changeover has registered good progress in its initial phase. Croatia joined the Eurozone on January 1, 2023, and since then the country has been using the euro as its official currency

Tourism Tax, Covid-19 Rules And Visa Policies: Everything You Need To Know About Visiting Thailand Now

Thailand is truly a magical-feeling destination. Bustling Bangkok offers gold-covered temples and fascinating cultural sites while the country's gorgeous islands and beautiful beaches have some of the most luxe resorts in the world. The jungle-filled northern province beckons

Viking Releases Details On 2024-2025 World Cruises

Viking Cruises has just announced its 2024-2025 World Cruise itineraries. The brand-new Viking World Voyage I itinerary sails aboard the Viking Sky around the world in 180 days and visits 85 ports in 37 countries with 13 overnight stays. If you are looking to cross some

Top 4 Foodie Cruise Trips Accompanied By World-Renowned Chefs For 2023

For the epicurean traveller, Tripsmiths offer to tantalise your taste buds on these chef-accompanied trips. Indulge in various gastronomic experiences, staying on stylish ships that meander through idyllic surroundings from gorgeous European waterways, whilst world

The First Woman Elected to the US Senate

On January 12, 1932, the state of Arkansas elected Hattie Ophelia Wyatt Caraway in a special election to the United States Senate, making her the first woman elected to the Senate. She succeeded her husband

‘Something for Everyone’ in Early 2023

FRAMINGHAM, MA, January 10, 2023 – The Travel Institute is kicking off 2023 with complimentary advice on launching a travel career, understanding key travel partners, qualifying luxury travelers, and

WHO Officials Recommend Mask-Wearing For Travel In Light Of XBB.1.5, Stop Short Of Endorsing Travel Checks

Officials from the World Health Organization (WHO) are recommending that COVID-19 mitigation methods such as masking on planes be reemphasized for regions such as North America and Europe in response to the spread of the XBB.1.5 omicron subvariant, which is

Exploring Southwest Arizona: The Ultimate Travel Guide To Yuma & Things To Do

Yuma's locals refer to their city as the true Southwest, the sunniest city on earth, the gateway to the Great Southwest. None of these is disputed. In fact, Yuma actually earned a place in the Guinness World Record for having sunshine for more than 90% of the year. But

Thailand Will Start Charging A New Tourist Fee In June

After plans for a tourist fee were shelved last August, Thailand has announced that it does plan to introduce this new charge after all. According to Thailand’s Tourism Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, this new fee will come into effect in June, although it is still pending

How To Plan A Trip To Tuscany?

Tuscany: the beautiful hills of Italy, dotted with romantic villas, lush vineyards, and unforgettable sunsets. It is a place that many dreams of visiting and an experience that can last a lifetime. But before you can immerse yourself in the beauty of Tuscany, there are some

Everything You Need to Know About Lunar New Year 2023

Lunar New Year is one of the most popularly celebrated holidays in Asia. Also known as Chinese New Year, the holiday serves as a time for people to gather and feast with family, pay respects to ancestors and gods, sweep away ill fortune and negativity of the previous year

Universal Announces Plans for New Theme Park in Texas — What We Know So Far

Universal Parks & Resorts has announced a new theme park slated to open in Frisco, Texas. The “one-of-a-kind theme park” promises to be “unlike any other in the world” and will cater to families with young children, the company shared with Travel + Leisure on Wednesday. In

Few Delays, Cancellations Thursday: Air Travel Recovers From FAA Computer Glitch

Air travel in the U.S. is looking fairly normal Thursday after thousands of travelers were stranded at U.S. airports the day before due to an hours-long computer outage at the Federal Aviation Administration. More than 10,000 flights were delayed or canceled over the course of

How African Safari Lodges Are Putting Local Creativity Front And Center

As I warmed up by a roaring fire in the lounge of the Asilia Naboisho Camp after a sunset game drive, my eyes were drawn to the massive, beaded centerpiece above the mantle. I immediately recalled what my Maasai guide had shared earlier about the impressive wall

10 Of The Most Romantic Resorts To Book In Cape Cod For A Cozy Winter Getaway

Many vacationers may only think of Cape Cod as one of the East Coast’s most iconic summer destinations (and it is!). However, once the warm weather crowds depart, the seaside gem becomes a one-of-a-kind winter destination whose beachy vibes and amazing

Orient Express Superyacht With An Oyster Bar And Cabaret Is Setting Sail In 2026

Dust off your Agatha Christie novels: The Orient Express brand is slated to hit the high seas in three years. Paris-based hotel conglomerate Accor plans to launch a superyacht division of the Orient Express brand in spring 2026 with the 722-foot Orient Express Silenseas. While the

Changes Tourists Should Be Aware of When Travelling to Croatia Since January 1, 2023

On January 1, 2023, after years of effort and hard work, Croatia finally became a Schengen Area member country, abolishing internal borders with the rest of the 26 Schengen countries. With the country becoming part of the Schengen Zone, travellers who are in particular very

The 3 Cruise Ships Being Added to Carnival Cruise Line's Fleet

Carnival Cruise Line is currently the world’s second largest cruise line with 24 cruise ships in service. Over the next two years, Carnival Cruise Line will add three more ships to their fleet including one brand new vessel and two cruise ships that are moving over from a sister cruise

FAA System Outage Impacts Cruise Passengers

Early this morning, air travel in the United States essentially ground to a halt as the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) system NOTAM (Notice to Air Missions) experienced a technical outage, forcing the agency to ground all domestic flights in the country

Collette’s new ‘Wilderness of Southern Africa: Safari by Land and Water’ Explorations tour is a unique cultural experience

Pawtucket, RI (January 9, 2023) – Collette’s new “Wilderness of Southern Africa: Safari by Land and Water” Small Group Explorations tour is unique to other similar tours. Travelers taking traversing the area with Collette not only

The First Clinical Use of Insulin

In 1889, a Polish physician, Oscar Minkowski, removed the pancreas from a healthy dog and noted that the animal suffered an immediate rise in blood sugar. Thirty-three years later in 1922, a Canadian researcher, Frederick

Airlines Issue Travel Waivers, Alerts for California Amid Brutal Storms — What to Know If You're Flying

California has been hit by a punishing combination of thunderstorms, snow, and wind, disrupting travel and forcing several airlines to issue waivers. The poor weather has forced airlines to issue travel waivers for cities up and down the California coast. American Airlines, for example, issued

The World's Most Powerful Passport For 2023 Revealed

A trio of Asian passports offer their holders greater global travel freedom than those of any other countries, according to a new quarterly report released by London-based global citizenship and residence advisory firm Henley & Partners. Japanese citizens enjoy visa-free or visa-on-demand

Black Women Loved This Travel Destination For Wellness In 2022, And We Get It

A good and wholesome travel destination for wellness has solidified its place in Black women travelers’ minds. Puerto Viejo in Límon, Costa Rica is a top destination for embodying peace. Costa Rica is easily one of Central America’s most abundant, tropical, bio-diverse countries. The Caribbean

This City Is The First Certified Autism Destination In The U.S. — Here’s What That Means

A city in California has been designated as the first-ever Certified Autism Destination in the country. Visalia was awarded by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). “We are truly honored to obtain the Certified Autism Destination designation

The Louvre Announces 30,000 Daily Visitor Limit in Response to Huge Crowds

Paris’s Musée du Louvre is arguably the most famous museum in the world, and it has the attendance numbers to prove it. In 2019, it saw 10 million guests through its doors—on its busiest days, around 45,000 people visited the museum. During the height of lockdowns and travel

NYC Hotel Week Is Here—Save on Stays at The William Vale, The Beekman, and More Top-Tier Hotels

If in recent years you haven't had the opportunity to familiarize yourself with the annual NYC Hotel Week, allow us to acquaint you. This winter promotion is helmed by the city's tourism board, NYC & Company, and offers steep discounts on participating hotels' rates in an effort to encourage off

Is A Character Meal Worth It At Disney World? What Families Should Know Before Booking.

There's one sure way to see Mickey Mouse without standing in line at Walt Disney World. Guests who splurge on character dining are guaranteed face time with beloved characters ranging from the Fab Five to Disney princesses. They come right up to your table for photos, autographs and hugs

Top 5 Off Path Destinations In Latin America To Visit In 2023

When it comes to travel in Latin America, several countries like Mexico or Costa Rica are extremely popular and draw in millions of tourists per year, but what about underrated destinations? Mexico set a new record for international tourists in 2022, attracting crowds who flock to the country’s

A Reason To Travel To Croatia In 2023: Meet The Eurozone’s Newest Member

On January 1, 2023, Croatia entered the eurozone. For visitors to this southeastern European nation on the western edge of the Balkan Peninsula, this means that the transition from the the Croatian kuna to the euro means no more waiting at exchange kiosks when you enter and leave the

What To Expect From Disney Cruise Line's Marvel Day At Sea

Fantasy is the hallmark of vacations onboard Disney Cruise Line ships, where guests can cavort with their favorite Disney characters, dress up in character costumes and princess gowns, and have adventures at ship destinations like Mickey’s Pool and the AquaDuck Water Coaster. Guests can

Hilton Just Debuted Its Newest Brand — The Budget-Friendly Spark

It’s a new year and time for a new brand at one of the world’s largest hotel companies. Hilton Wednesday morning launched Spark, its 19th brand and one targeting a more affordable spot in the hotel food chain. Spark, which Hilton calls a premium economy offering, is geared toward simple

Lula's Presidency Set To Prioritize Amazon Rainforest And Brazilian Indigenous Leaders, Protests Erupt

Brazil’s new president Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has made steps to protect the future of the Amazon Rainforest. Following the inauguration of president Lula, there are new hopes and conversations about preserving the Amazon. During his first speech to Congress on January 1 2023, Lula said

Viking's Newest Ship Named By Astronaut

Viking held a ceremony on Sunday in Los Angeles to celebrate the official naming of its newest ocean ship, Viking Neptune. Godmother Nicole Stott, a retired NASA astronaut, aquanaut, and artist, blessed the ship for safe sailing. After the ceremony, Viking Neptune left Los Angeles for

How to Avoid Hotel Resort Fees (and Which Brands Are the Worst)

You know how you book a room that’s initially advertised at under $100 per night and then it has suddenly ballooned to more than $150? That’s partially because of taxes, but another huge chunk is likely from resort fees. Some hotels have more offensive resort fees than others, and — while resort

Cheers to ’22 & A Look Ahead for ’23: There are No Shortcuts for Quality Education

Last year, I was grateful for the collective progress our industry had made with so many consumers once again traveling. Fast forward, this year has been even more exciting as a record number of individual agents turned to

The London Underground

On January 10, 1863, the London Underground became the first underground rail system in the world. In 1890, the world's first electric trains began operation at the Underground. The original track ran between London's

With New China Travel Restriction In Place, Asian Americans Urge Nuanced Caution

Following the Biden administration’s implementation of a new Covid-19-related travel requirement for passengers flying in from China, Asian American advocates and experts are urging caution and nuance amid years of heightened anti-Asian violence. Several Asian American organizations and

New York's Busiest Borough: The Ultimate Travel Guide To Manhattan & Things To Do There

Manhattan is often the first destination within New York City that visitors head to—and it’s often the busiest of the city’s five boroughs. As a major financial and commerce hub, with various neighborhoods and world-famous landmarks, out-of-towners can come across many places in

Nashville Travel Guide - The Music City With So Much To Give

Nashville is a destination that offers so much more than meets the eye. While music is undeniably at the front and centre, it’s a city packed with culture, vibrancy and unmissable experiences. Read our Nashville Travel Guide to find out more about what to do, see and where to eat when visiting

The King's Highway: The Road That Reveals Jordan's History

"Welcome to Jordan!" a group of kids shouted excitedly, as I stepped out of the car to admire the sun setting over the vast sandstone canyon of Wadi Mujib. While I stood on the cliff's edge, awestruck by the mountain ranges stretching to the Dead Sea, a black-and-white hooded wheatear

Copenhagen's Famed Noma Restaurant Is Shutting Down

The famed Danish restaurant Noma, which has claimed the title of world’s top restaurant several times, said Monday, January 9, it will shut down to transform itself into “a pioneering test kitchen” dedicated to “food innovation and the development of new flavors.” Chef Rene Redzepi’s house of

TSA Stops Woman from Bringing Boa Constrictor on Flight in Tampa

A Florida traveler tried to bring a real snake on a plane, claiming the animal was an emotional support pet. The boa constrictor, named Bartholomew, was caught in someone’s carry-on luggage during security screening at the Tampa International Airport, according to the Transportation

Virgin Atlantic Will Fly the First-Ever Transatlantic Flight With Net-Zero Emissions

The new year is shaping up to be a momentous one for the aviation industry, as British airline Virgin Atlantic recently announced it will operate the world’s first transatlantic flight to achieve ‘net-zero’ carbon emissions. Scheduled to fly from London Heathrow to New York JFK in late 2023, the

When Can You See Humpback Whales In Hawaii? Tips For A Great, Sustainable Excursion

It was only about 20 minutes since our catamaran launched from Oahu's Waianae Boat Harbor and we were already in the presence of humpback whales. The captain of the boat, Captain Florence "Flow" Conin , turned off the boat because federal law states that no one, from boaters to

Walt Disney World Announces Resort Stays That Include Free Dining — What You Need To Know

If you’re booking a trip to Disney this summer, there’s a special new offer for you. You can get up to $750 on your Disney Dining Promo Card when you book a 5-night, 4-day Walt Disney Travel Company room and ticket package at select Disney Resorts. When you purchase a non-discounted

These Are The Most Popular Caribbean Resorts For 2023

The Caribbean is one of the most unique places in the world. Thousands of islands dot the tropical waters of the Caribbean Sea. Landscapes range from deserted white sand beaches to lush rainforests and towering volcanoes. This raw natural beauty combined with friendly people, luxury

The 15 Best Things To Do In Croatia: Palaces, Parks And Plenty Of Wine Tasting

There’s much more to Croatia than its glittering Adriatic coast. While you absolutely shouldn’t miss all those dazzling islands and the beauty of Dubrovnik and Split, the country also offers sophisticated culture in Zagreb, baroque beauty in Varaždin and a range of landscapes throughout

Some Of Your Favorite Music Venues Are Going Away On This Line's Cruise Ships

Fans of music on Holland America Line's ships will want to brace themselves for this news. The line is revamping some of its musical offerings, moving them to different venues and eliminating some completely on select ships. First, the line's partnership with the Lincoln Center for the Performing

Taraji P. Henson's Sabbatical In Bali Reminds Us To Reset

“F**k that job.” These are the words from Taraji P. Henson – aka one of the greatest actresses of our times – who is living her best life in Bali. The Oscar-winning actress recently opened up about the need for a solo trip to find herself on Angie Martinez’ In Real Life podcast. “I’m about to go to

Exclusive: First Look at P&O Cruises' New Ship Arvia Ahead of Maiden Caribbean

P&O Cruises new ship Arvia opened the gangways to press and trade partners in Southampton ahead of its maiden Caribbean cruise. The 5,200-passenger ship set sail on Friday for Tenerife where it is due to arrive today (Jan 10), before setting sail for Barbados. Arvia is a sister to P&O

National Geographic Details Three Chartered 2024 European River Cruises

National Geographic has announced its 2024 lineup of National Geographic Expeditions river cruises. Unlike cruise line Lindblad Expeditions’ partnership with National Geographic, these voyages are chartered on river ships from AmaWaterways. The voyages feature experts with strong ties to

I Just Flew These 2 Kid-Friendly International Airlines — Here's What Us Airlines Could Learn From Them

Flying with young children is no easy feat. You're stuck in cramped quarters for long periods on a schedule that's only sometimes conducive to the family dynamic. That's on top of the dreaded look you may inevitably get from some other passengers when you step on the plane with a little one

The RMS Queen Elizabeth Burns and Sinks

The Cunard Line, then known as the Cunard White Star Line, launched the RMS Queen Elizabeth in 1938. Named for Queen Elizabeth (not the late Queen but her mother), the RMS Queen Elizabeth was the largest passenger

Everyone's Elite, But Not For Long. Airlines Make Travel Perks Harder To Earn This Year

When United Airlines gate agents call the first boarding group, Ted Cohen notices something he never saw in his decades crossing the globe as a music industry executive: crowds. The “preboarding” group includes members of United Global Services, an invitation-only status for top

See What's So Special About Mesa: The Ultimate Travel Guide & Things to Do There

Mesa is the third largest city in Arizona and a suburb on the outskirts of the Phoenix Metropolitan Area. With approximately 500,000 residents calling it home, Mesa is more populous than actual cities like Miami and New Orleans, earning it the title of America’s largest suburb. Its location in the

Hydra: The Greek Island That Banned Wheels

On my final morning in Hydra, I woke up early and ambled down to the waterside to watch the weekly deliveries. Docked at the stone harbour walls was a barge that brings over islanders' orders from the mainland. Patiently queuing to board the boat were several donkeys. Groups of three or

These 5 National Parks Are Considered The Best In Europe

Visiting a new country and admiring its natural beauty is one way to make a vacation unforgettable. More travelers are looking to connect with nature in 2023 and are considering digital detox experiences. One of the best ways to do it while exploring a new destination is by visiting national

Thailand U-Turns On Covid Vaccination Rule For Visitors

Thailand has rescinded an entry policy announced at the weekend requiring visitors to show proof of a COVID-19 vaccination, its health minister said on Monday, citing sufficient immunisation levels in China and globally. Anutin Charnvirakul said checking evidence of vaccinations was inconvenient

Where to Eat in 2023

We’re taking our time while traveling this year. After a fitful 2022, when a wave of pent-up wanderlust crashed over hot destinations, overwhelming hotels and airlines, 2023 seems like a chance to give up revenge travel and reset. That means leisurely strolling through neighborhoods

Hawai‘i’s Kīlauea Volcano Is Erupting Again

Hawai‘i’s Kīlauea began erupting inside its summit crater Thursday, the U.S. Geological Survey said, less than one month after the volcano and its larger neighbor Mauna Loa stopped releasing lava. The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory detected a glow in webcam images indicating Kīlauea had

Cruise Ship Kids Clubs Offer Independence On Family Vacations. Here's Everything To Know.

Cruise line kids clubs offer young guests a way to stay entertained and make friends, while giving parents a break on vacation. Here's what to know.

Vancouver Is Stolen Land. What Does That Mean for Its Residents and Visitors?

On the west coast of Canada sits an enviable city where glass towers bathe in sunlight during the summer and shower in rain during the rest of the year. Surrounded by mountains and the rippling ocean, Vancouver is Gaia in city form. In Vancouver’s province, British Columbia, the landscape is

Enjoy A Relaxing Stay At One Of The 10 Best Caribbean Resorts

Soft and powdery sands, clear waters, lavish accommodations and impeccable service characterize these top tropical escapes in the Caribbean, chosen by a panel of Caribbean travel experts and voted by readers as the best in the region. Start planning your next island vacation by considering

This Cruise Line Just Announced It’s Increasing Gratuities And Other Costs — Here’s How Much

With a new year comes new rates onboard Carnival Cruise Line ships. The major cruise line is the latest to increase gratuities and other fees. Carnival is raising the standard room gratuity to $16 per day per person. That’s up $1.50 from its current rate. Cruisers booking suites will see the same

10 Reasons Mirror Lake Inn Is Worth The Splurge

Lake Placid is an increasingly popular New York destination, both in summer and winter months. It is one of the most picturesque towns in the USA, and its dramatic Adirondack setting makes for one scenic getaway. When choosing accommodation in this beautiful New York town, look no further

Spain Travel Health App Enabled Safe Mobility of 56 Million Travellers

A total of 52,709,223 travellers or 94.12 per cent who arrived in Spain during the COVID-19 pandemic situation used the Spain Travel Health (SpTH) application. The Spanish Ministry of Health launched this system in April 2020, in order to contribute to sanitary control at the borders that

Theodore Roosevelt Dies

On this day in 1919, the 26th President of the United States passed away. Theodore "Teddy" Roosevelt was a larger-than-life figure whose accomplishments spanned exploration, conservation, science, sports, the

Collette’s New ‘Best Of Italy’ Tour Gives Travelers A Taste Of Some Of The Nation’s Finest Cuisines

Pawtucket, RI (Jan. 5, 2023) – Travelers taking Collette’s new ‘Best of Italy’ tour have been getting the most out of one of the nation’s most popular aspects, the food! Meals featured on the 12-day experience have been a hit

Will Travel For Food: Top 5 Foodie Destinations Of 2023

One of our favorite things to do when traveling to a new destination is eat! From street food and hole-in-the-wall restaurants to Michelin-star spots, meals are the way to our hearts. A country’s traditional food is a way to communicate culture and history without saying a word. Just take

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Some people say flying just isn't glamorous enough. And as airlines battle to cast themselves as the sleekest team in the skies, another brand has heard that complaint. British Airways has unveiled a new uniform -- its first in nearly two decades. The airline's current threads, designed by Julien

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Somewhere in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, Reverend John Hartnett, a retired Episcopal priest from Bethany, Connecticut, took advantage of the relative calm after days of stormy seas to go for a swim in the outdoor pool on Cunard line’s 2,705-passenger Queen Mary 2 ocean liner. He had the

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Starting next month, Delta Airlines passengers will be treated to a new onboard perk: free in-flight Wi-Fi. The airline announced it would start rolling out free Wi-Fi, offered in partnership with T-Mobile, on most of its mainline domestic flights beginning February 1. By the end of 2023, Delta

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The Transportation Security Administration agency's recently released list of the "Top 10 Catches of 2022" at U.S. airports serves as an important reminder to double-check your crutches, raw chickens and peanut butter jars for drugs, grenades or guns before heading through airport security

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New Yorkers and visitors alike will soon get a break when they visit the city’s bustling Fifth Avenue. The stretch of Fifth Avenue from Bryant Park at 42nd Street to Central Park at 59th Street, which includes the Rockefeller Center area, is a major tourist destination because it’s known around the

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Travel is back and the hospitality industry is catching up. Travelers are looking for new relaxing experiences, all-inclusive resorts —these are some of the biggest travel trends this new year— and brand-new hotels to explore. This 2023 new amazing hotels will open in North and South America

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Croatia has arty cities, tumbling waterfalls and rolling vineyards. But most visitors are here for its 2000km (1242 mile) coastline, which tumbles down the Adriatic like a glorious, half-finished jigsaw. Here you’ll find idyllic coves, sophisticated ports and ferries that slip from island to island. Choosing

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Hyatt is well-known for their hotels and resorts spread around the world. Part of their offerings are several all-inclusive brands; most of which are located in Mexico and the Caribbean. However, below are all-inclusive resorts in a variety of places including the United States and the Indian

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Among the seven big cruise lines that account for the majority of cruises taken by Americans, Holland America has always been known as the one that offered the greatest number of long and unusual itineraries. Just this week, two of Holland America's 11 ships set off from Florida on epic

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With the new year comes the new potential for travel. Americans are anticipating moving past the restrictions of the last three years due to the pandemic. Travelers are planning international trips and living their wanderlust dreams. This year does come with changes to the travel scene, including

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Georgia is one of the destinations in Europe that are often overlooked by travelers. But there are many reasons this country is worth visiting. Besides its rich history and amazing cuisine, it also features stunning natural scenery and beautiful cities and towns that promise visitors an

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Every summer, in preparation for the Jewish holiday of Sukkot, Hasidic rabbis from all over the world travel to the northern part of Italy's Calabria region to handpick the best citron fruits for their lulav, the bundle of four plants used to bless the small, temporary huts built every autumn by Jews

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Uniworld Boutique River Cruises has announced its second annual Rivers of the World cruise for 2024. The 55-day cruise will depart from Lima, Peru, on October 3, 2024, and take 68 guests on a voyage across three continents and 10 different countries aboard four opulent Super Ships. This

American Cruise Lines Announces New Starlink Wi-Fi on 2023 Fleet

GUILFORD, CT—January 4, 2022—American Cruise Lines has announced today, that new Starlink satellite internet has been added to their 2023 fleet of riverboats and small cruise ships. The new Starlink satellite service is a

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On this day in 1925, Wyoming seated Nellie Tayloe Ross as the governor of the state, making Ross the first woman to serve as governor of a U.S. state. She was elected in a special election following the death of William Ross, her

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The recently remodeled Corazón tower at the Corazón Cabo Resort & Spa brings affordable luxury and upscale Mexican fiesta vibes to the very center of Cabo San Lucas, located at the tip of Baja California, a direct, non-stop flight from New York City, Dallas, Los Angeles, and other major US

Dust Off Your Suitcases And Get Ready: 10 Destinations To Visit With The Kids In 2023

Family travel has rebounded in a big way over the past year and expectations are high that it will bounce back to pre-pandemic levels in 2023. With fears of COVID-19 transmission easing, families are more ready than ever to explore popular family vacation spots like New York and Orlando

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The Caribbean is a popular destination for Americans with so many islands to choose from, each offering its own unique appeal, but one country is breaking records and beating visitor numbers more than ever before. Grenada is becoming a more popular destination for Americans, who

Spain Expands Free Travel Offer To Intercity Bus Services

Free train travel introduced by the Spanish government in September to offset the rise in the cost of living has been extended to intercity bus services with free travel on the 389-mile (626km) Madrid to Barcelona route as of 1 February. A 50% discount has been in effect on this and 41 other

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The last thing anyone wants to worry about when traveling is whether or not they will make it safely to their destination. However, the truth is that traveling does come with risks. Therefore, when planning a vacation there are plenty of things tourists can do to minimize those risks. One

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There are many things to do in Florida and Tampa is one of the cities designed for enjoyment and relaxation. It is a great destination to work, explore, and relax, thanks to its combination of ancient architecture and contemporary landmarks, a culture imbued with Cuban and Spanish

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In Japan, the line between the creative and curious is a fine one, and that morning at 08:49, my train was running late. Late by Japanese standards, if only three minutes in real time. As absurd as it sounds, such inconvenience can cause outcry in a clockwork-run country like Japan. At Tokyo's

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The largest of the seven emirates that make up the United Arab Emirates, and home to the nation’s capital city of the same name, Abu Dhabi is filled with extraordinary landscapes. They range from the deserts of the Empty Quarter and palm tree shaded oases to beaches with turquoise waters

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Travelers sailing with Carnival Cruise Line can expect to pay steeper fees in the coming months. The cruise line is increasing charges for both gratuities and Wi-Fi, a spokesperson told USA TODAY on Wednesday. Onboard gratuities will increase from $14.50 per person, per day to $16 for guests

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The names of Michigan’s national parks may not roll off the tongue like some of the more famous parks of the American West – in fact, Isle Royale National Park is one of the least-visited places in the USA’s portfolio of treasures – yet those who head north for nature are rewarded with rugged

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“I have always been a visionary and pioneering woman,” says Kassandra Taylor, whose sex at birth was male but who has always identified as a woman. At an early age, she knew she was different from boys, and at 14, she started her female gender transition using hormones. “It was the boom

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Greece is an ancient civilization known for its rich history and beautiful landscapes. It's also one of the most popular vacation spots in Western Europe and people travel from around the world for their destination weddings, birthday trips, private getaways, and scenic cruises in Greece. Since this

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Edmonton, the capital of Alberta, is home to the second-largest urban Indigenous population in Canada. This vibrant city on the North Saskatchewan River is located on beautiful Treaty 6 land and is home to Cree, Saulteaux, Blackfoot, Sioux, and Métis People. Long before being famous as the

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For the first time ever, two cruise ships will sail simultaneous world cruises from the same homeport. The two MSC Cruises’ ships will depart from Genoa, Italy later today on 117 and 119 night cruises that will sail all around the globe. The two cruise ships will sail together for the start of

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Pawtucket, RI (January 3, 2023) – Collette saw a large bounce back in travel throughout 2022 after the COVID-19 pandemic shook the industry. North American travelers are eager to get off the continent and explore

5 Ways To Make Travel More Meaningful In 2023

With 2022’s travel woes in the rearview mirror, the year ahead beckons with the prospect of rediscovering the world’s wonders. “We are seeing travel patterns and habits normalize to pre-pandemic times, a good sign of what is to come in 2023,” says Tiffany Townsend, NYC

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Hiking through the green valleys and wildflower-strewn meadows under blazing sunshine, with the gunmetal-grey Albanian Alps towering overhead, I was struck by the utter remoteness of this landscape. Unlike Europe's more famous alpine resorts, there were no hotels or ski lifts in

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Christine Harrison has been visiting Le Praz De Lys-Sommand, a small ski resort in the French Alps, for the past 20 years. The view out of her chalet window has always been more or less the same -- wide expanse of mountains, hills and chalets, all capped in frothy, thick snow

Exploring Boroughs: The Ultimate Travel Guide To Queens & Things To Do There

Home to over 150 cultures, Queens is the largest, and most diverse borough in New York City. While it's not as a tourist as its neighbors, like Brooklyn, it is definitely one of the most wonderful destinations in New York. Covering an area of 108 square miles, Queens boasts

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Greece is officially one of Europe’s top tourist destinations for 2023, having hit a new popularity peak following its reopening for tourism and launch of a Digital Nomad Visa. There is no shortage of marvellous sights to be found across the entire Hellenic Republic, but 3

Southwest Pilots Union Writes Scathing Letter To Airline Executives After Holiday Travel Fiasco

The Southwest Airlines Pilots Association has published a letter denouncing the airline's leadership as a "cult" that they say has spent the past 15 years destroying the company's legacy, culminating in the 2022 travel meltdown that left thousands of holiday travelers

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Jet-setting pet parents know just how heartbreaking it feels to leave a beloved furry friend at home while traveling. Fortunately, there are many pet-friendly airlines that allow dogs, cats, birds, and a handful of other household animals to fly with you to your destination. Flying with

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For centuries, the Arabian Gulf been a center of trade, and the food of the region reflects this history of cultural and culinary exchange. Flavors from ancient spice routes and nearby countries have all made their way to these shores, with ingredients like saffron, cinnamon

Can You Eat History? This Maui Hotel Gardener Uses Plants To Educate Guests On Maui's Culture.

Jim Heid says he has the best job in the world. He begins each workday at the Grand Wailea Maui, a Waldorf Astoria Resort, located in sunny south Maui. As the Landscaping Manager, Heid spends the day taking care of the over 600 species of plants on the sprawling 40-acre property

This Florida National Park Unexpectedly Closes For 'Several Days' – Here's Why

Dry Tortugas National Park in Florida is closed to the public after an increase of migrants arriving by boat from Cuba. Law enforcement and medical personnel are evaluating, providing care, and coordinating transport for about 300 migrants who arrived at the park the last couple

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A powerful Pacific storm is set to slam into Southern California Wednesday, prompting officials to issue evacuation warnings in some of the region’s burn scar areas. The event, being described as an atmospheric river or bomb cyclone by weather officials, could bring 2 to 4

Travel From London To Berlin On A New Night Train - With Breakfast On Board

Europe's night train revival shows no sign of slowing down. The latest excursion planned will take passengers from two of the continent's buzziest capitals in less than 16 hours. Passengers will depart London on a Friday afternoon and wake up in Berlin on Saturday morning with

Inside Passage To Arctic Circle: Cruise Alaska For A Month With This Epic New Itinerary

It just might be the most epic Alaska cruise ever. Holland America on Tuesday unveiled plans for an unusually long voyage to the Last Frontier that will include calls in remote areas that most cruise ships never visit. The Alaska Arctic Circle Solstice voyage, as Holland America calls

Holland America Line Releases Longer Alaska Cruises For 2024

Holland America Line has released details for the company’s 2024 Alaska season. The cruise line is debuting a brand-new 28-day Arctic Circle itinerary that includes 12 Alaska ports, as well as several 14-day voyages and 117 week-long cruises. The company offers more sailings to

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After a hectic Christmas holiday weekend for airports, riddled with delays and cancellations caused by major winter weather, officials said air travel has returned to normal conditions as many metro Atlantans continue to return home in the new year. According to the Federal

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As COVID-19 infections in China continue to rise, and as concerns grow over the reliability of the country’s reporting and sequencing of cases, more than a dozen countries have announced new entry restrictions on travelers arriving from China at a time when they’re largely on the

This Popular European Country Just Got A New Currency

With over 1,000 miles of coastline and over 1,000 islands and islets, Croatia is one of Europe's most idyllic summer destinations. Yet until now it has always felt that little bit more exotic than the likes of France, Spain and Greece, with its own currency, the kuna. All that changed on

American Airlines Ground Crew Employee Killed In Accident At Alabama Airport

An American Airlines ground crew employee was killed in an accident on a ramp Saturday afternoon at Montgomery Regional Airport. “Our thoughts and prayers are with the family,” the airport posted in message on social media Saturday night. The identity of the person killed in

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Shake off the winter blues with a visit to Tampa, Florida, for the annual Gasparilla Pirate Fest. Held in January, this annual celebration of all things pirate attracts hundreds of thousands of like-minded revelers to the city. The stuff of every child’s imagination, this annual event

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More Floridians will be able to ride via passenger rail when Brightline opens its rail line connecting south Florida to central Florida in 2023. Right now, it’s actively constructing a line to connect stops in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, and Orlando. “The City of

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Los Angeles is a beautiful Southern California city. A popular choice for a getaway, Los Angeles is chock-full of fun and memorable things to do. Here are seven off-the-beaten-path things to do on your next visit to the city

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The fetching Atlantic port of Essaouira lacks the fame and grandeur of more famous Moroccan cities like Casablanca, but that is exactly its draw. Easier to navigate than the vast medieval labyrinth of Fez and far more manageable than hectic Marrakesh, Essaouira (pronounced

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2022 proved to be an enormous comeback for travel as the pandemic eased. Get ready for more of the same in 2023, on steroids. Americans swarmed Paris and other international cities last year and 2023 will be no different, according to the luxury travel network Virtuoso. "For

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Unlike Colorado and California, most of Utah's world-class skiing is less than an hour’s drive from its metropolitan airport. In fact, there are 10 such resorts in the vicinity, spread across the famous Cottonwood canyons, Park City, and nearby Ogden and Provo. Better yet, Utah is

10 Amazing Caribbean Festivals to Attend That Aren’t Carnival

There are many exciting sights and sounds to experience and love about the Caribbean region. From its beautiful sandy beaches and lush vegetation to its delicious foods, sun-soaked weather, and the rhythmic sounds of Carnival. The origins of the Caribbean Carnival are

10 Unforgettable And Unique Resorts To Book In Zanzibar

Most people only associate crystal clear waters and white sand beaches with islands in the Caribbean. Not many people are aware of the incredible islands on the coast of Africa near the Indian Ocean. Zanzibar is one of the most breathtaking islands in Africa. It is a 30-minute boat

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I'm sweaty, my calves are stiff, and my arm (but only the right one) aches — and I haven't even set foot inside the ship's fitness center. Instead, I've just finished my seventh round of "To Tha Net" basketball in the onboard arcade. Are there better ways for me to spend my

A Secret Site For The Knights Templar?

In a hole in the ground beneath the Hertfordshire market town of Royston, dimly illuminated by flickering light, I was looking at a gallery of crudely carved figures, blank-faced and bearing instruments of torture. Cave manager Nicky Paton pointed them out to me one by one

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In the early part of the 20th century, polio either killed or paralyzed thousands of Americans. President Franklin D. Roosevelt, himself a victim, founded the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis on January 3

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Guests boarding Cunard’s Queen Victoria for the ship’s current cruise had no idea they’d be embarking on more of a maritime adventure than they bargained for. In what would be one of the most exciting turns of events for any fan of cruise ships and engineering, today Queen

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The Port of Gothenburg received its highest ever number of cruise calls in 2022, with a total of 81 ships from 25 different cruise lines visiting the Swedish port throughout the year, seven more than the previous record in 2014. “It is a big increase following the pandemic, even

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On January 2, 1974, President Richard M. Nixon signed the Emergency Highway Energy Conservation Act, stipulating a national maximum speed limit. Before 1974, states decided on their own speed limits within their

Where To Travel In 2023: The Best Destinations To Visit

New year equals new outlook. Apply this formula liberally to travel planning in 2023. After nearly three years of travel disruptions and complications, many countries have dropped most of their pandemic restrictions. People are traveling internationally in large numbers, and there's

Top 7 Foodie Destinations To Visit In 2023

Keeping up with the yearly tradition, TasteAtlas has unveiled its World’s Best Cuisine ranking. 95 major tourist destinations were assessed for food excellency, taking into account ingredients, regional varieties and quality of national beverages, but there are 7 mouth

Florida's Beach Haven: The Ultimate Travel Guide To Jacksonville & Things To Do

Seated on the northeastern end of Florida, Jacksonville enjoys an idyllic location next to the Atlantic Ocean that grants the city a whopping 22 miles (35 km) of beach real estate. Jax, as the locals refer to it, is an eclectic city with an unmistakable southern charm and a touch of

Where To Travel In February: Five Of The Best Destinations

Countries across the world cut loose for Carnival this month. The biggest blowouts include Rio de Janeiro’s samba parades, masquerade balls in Venice, raucous Mardi Gras floats in New Orleans and a centuries-old masked celebration in rural Hungary. Valentine’s Day can up the

The Reality Behind Sicily's 'White Lotus' Hotel

With lavish Baroque villas, exotic gardens, dramatic landscapes, ancient art and a seductive vibe, Sicily seems to be the perfect location for season two of dark comedy series "The White Lotus." The award-winning show charts the tangled, erotic and sometimes dangerous

What To Know About Traveling For Pope Benedict XVI’s Funeral

The death of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI on Saturday at 95 did not come as a surprise. Pope Francis asked for prayers for Benedict's health during an audience Wednesday, and said Benedict was "very sick." Benedict retired in 2013, citing age and poor health, making him the

Why You Should Try Spontaneous Travel In 2023 – And How To Do It

Planning a holiday often entails months of researching, asking friends for recommendations, strategising around costs, making reservations and otherwise preparing for a nice escape from your everyday life. But that’s not the only way to travel. In fact, many people enjoy more last

Canada’s Oldest Chinatown Is an Underrated Day-Trip Destination

Travel to Fisgard Street in Victoria, British Columbia, and you’ll find a red and gold gate guarded by two stone lion statues. This ornate piece is the Gate of Harmonious Interest, and it serves as the entryway to the oldest Chinatown in Canada. Occupying a part of downtown

Southwest Flight Cancellations Meltdown May Not Be The Last For Any Airline, Experts Say

Southwest may be back on track for now, but it may only be a matter of time before another airline – and its travelers – experience similar chaos. The airline canceled more than 15,000 flights between Dec. 22 and Dec. 29, according to FlightAware, which tracks air traffic in real

3 Travel Changes In 2023

Planning for a trip in 2023? We’re here to help you navigate the complex changes happening in the world of travel next year, from new biometric rules to new entry fees for travel to Europe. Once again, rules are changing for travelers in 2023, with new systems being put in place to

The World's First Space Hotel Is Opening Soon & Here's What To Know About It

The race to make humans a multi-planetary species has been ongoing for more than a hundred years now. With rockets being fired into the moon almost daily, humans have continued to make progress on this quest of occupying places beyond the earth. With a space

Delta Was 2022'S Most On-Time Airline, New Study Shows

If you're looking for the most on-time airline in the U.S., you might want to choose Delta Air Lines. The Atlanta-based carrier is poised to finish 2022 with an on-time arrival percentage of over 84%, according to new data released Thursday from Cirium, an aviation analytics

Viking Orion: Cruise Passengers Stranded After Marine Growth Halts Ship

Hundreds of passengers have been stranded on a cruise ship off the Australian coast after a potentially harmful growth was found on its hull. The Viking Orion was denied permission to dock in Adelaide after authorities discovered "biofoul" - an accumulation of microorganisms

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There’s nothing quite like hopping on one of the many cruises from New York City, leaving the Statue of Liberty and iconic skyline behind for an adventure you’ll never forget after wandering some of the most famous streets in the world. Plus, New York is home to the oldest cruise

Excellent Reviews Pile Up For Collette's 'Painted Canyons Of The West' Tour

Pawtucket, RI (December 29, 2022) – Collette’s “Painted Canyons of the West”tour has been a hit with travelers in 2022. The nine-day tour sees travelers head across the Southwest and take in the sienna-colored

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On this day in 1922, the Treaty on the Creation of the USSR was approved and finalized, forming the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics, aka the Soviet Union. The USSR was created by Vladimir Lenin, who

Ponant Adds Europe Itineraries for 2024

Ponant’s 2024 itineraries are now on sale, and among the 50 voyages are four new ones in the Mediterranean, the Atlantic and northern Europe. The new cruises include Islands and Cities of the Mediterranean and Landscapes and Cultures of the Adriatic, both on Le Bougainville, and

U.S. Will Require COVID-19 Testing for Travelers From China

The U.S. announced new COVID-19 testing requirements Wednesday for all travelers from China, joining other nations imposing restrictions because of a surge of infections. The increase in cases across China follows the rollback of the nation’s strict anti-virus controls

To get to know the soul of a city, hit the club scene

When traveling to a new city, people often put the usuals on the list of to-dos: local food, historic sites and museums. For me, I often plan as much of my itinerary around nightlife as I can. Yes, museums and restaurants will tell you about the history and culture of a place, but

Southwest says 'normal' services to resume on Friday as DOT sends warning

Southwest Airlines says it's set up to resume normal schedules on Friday after a tumultuous eight days that left hundreds of thousands of passengers delayed or stranded and prompted its executives to make apologies to the riding public and government officials. In a statement

7 Amazing Solo Traveler Stories From 2022 To Inspire Your Future Travels

Does traveling solo intimidate or invigorate you? It can do both. Some of the women we’ve featured in our Solo Traveler Journals didn’t intend on traveling by themselves. Others have enjoyed traveling solo and making friends along the way. No matter their reasons, their

Sunny Daytona: The Ultimate Travel Guide To Daytona Beach & Things To Do There

The words Daytona Beach can spark a plethora of mental images. Known for the Daytona 500, Bike Week, and national cheerleading and dance competition, this coastal city brings a wealth of travelers to its golden shores each year. It's also home to 23 miles of shoreline that's perfect

Severe flooding causes road and rail disruption in Scotland

Several rail services have been cancelled and sections of the M9 and the M74 motorways are closed. The Scottish Environment Protection Agency (Sepa) has issued flood warnings in central and southern areas. There are fears that flooding could hit communities in southern

Video shows Nashville airport police officer threatening to arrest Southwest customers

A viral video posted to social media appears to show a Nashville airport police officer threatening to arrest stranded Southwest Airlines passengers for trespassing if they did not leave the secured section of the airport. Southwest Airlines personnel asked for an officer to

7 Reasons To Add Montenegro To Your Bucket List In 2023

Have you ever considered visiting Montenegro? This small European country was named one of the trending destinations of 2023 by American Express Travel. While Montenegro is growing in popularity, this country in the Balkans is still highly underrated. It’s often overshadowed by

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Squeezed between the Canadian border to the north and the Massachusetts border to the south, Vermont is beloved for its bucolic landscapes, Holstein-dotted pastures, pointy white-church steeples, craggy mountains and the sparkling Lake Champlain. Vermont has one

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Not every culture acknowledges January 1st as the start of a new year, but an increasingly interconnected world and booming international tourism mean just about country now holds at least some sort of celebration on December 31st. If the world is your celebratory oyster, that’s

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Deciding between Cozumel vs. Cancun?​​ ​​​Though Cancun is a fun beach destination, there are a lot of things to see and do on the island of Cozumel! Travelers can have a barrel-full of fun in the sun while vacationing in Cozumel, a fun island in Mexico with beautiful beaches and

7 Hottest New Cruise Ships Debuting in 2023

Cruise lines are set to welcome close to 20 new ocean cruise ships into their fleet in 2023. From the mainstream cruise lines Royal Caribbean and Carnival Cruise Line to luxury lines like Regent, here are the seven hottest new cruise ships that will enter service in 2023. In addition

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After years of the United States seizing Native American lands and forcing tribes onto reservations, as well as treaty provisions that were never honored, tensions finally came to a head on December 29, 1890 at

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As beleaguered Southwest Airlines continues to sort out stranded passengers, uncollected baggage and out-of-position airplanes, US Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg has taken the airline to task. He's pulling no punches, referring to the situation as a complete "meltdown"

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Located on the eastern edge of New York’s Long Island, the Hamptons is a popular summer destination. It comprises a beautiful town and some of the prettiest villages in the country, including Sagaponack and Westhampton Beach. Vacationers will also find smaller hamlets

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One of the largest Spanish islands, Ibiza, attracts a huge number of tourists every year. This destination is known for its versatility, and so people from all walks of life can find something special for themselves here. Young students and friend groups love the island for its electric

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Flying Emirates this holiday season? Travelers will be happy to hear that over 30 Emirates lounges have opened worldwide just in time for the holiday travel season. Learn more about these lounges below

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As many travelers are packing their bags and set off to new destinations in 2023, some are finding new trends that will shape the way people travel next year. Out of lockdowns, travelers worldwide want to explore different experiences as opposed to popular tourist destinations

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Travel to Vancouver, and you’ll see a different side of the city within every area you come across. Stand in Chinatown’s neon-lit streets or look up to Coal Harbour’s glass skyscrapers and you’re transported to Asia. Between Yaletown’s stretch of alternating taco, boba, and sushi

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The Golden Globes, the Oscars, the Academy Awards — oh my! With awards season on the horizon, you can vacay like the stars with stays at some of Los Angeles' most glamorous hotels. Opened in 1927, this Spanish Colonial Revival gem was developed by movie royalty

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The date may still seem far off, but if you enjoy watching celestial events, you’ll want to circle Saturday, October 14, 2023, on your calendar. And here’s the best part: You won’t even need to stay up late, wake up early, or get up in the middle of the night. On October 14, 2023, an

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With an increasingly more internationalized Cancun and a busy, ridiculously overpriced Tulum, have you ever wondered where locals go for their yearly break in Mexico? In this article, we bring you the top 5 Mexican beach destinations Mexicans love the most, known for their

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With its abundance of jungles, waterfalls and caves, Belize can easily make you feel like an intrepid explorer. Abounding with opportunities to experience nature, the Central American country has 17 national parks, three nature reserves, five natural monuments, seven wildlife

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Whether it’s bragging rights, promotional rates, or the thrill of christening yet-uncovered corners, staying in a new hotel offers plenty of benefits. Luckily, 2023 will have exciting hotel openings for every traveler on every budget, everywhere, from Marrakech to Mexico and Belize

10 Things You Must Do At Blue Mountain, Ontario

Southern Ontario residents have always favored Blue Mountain as an all-season vacation getaway. The small hamlet at the foot of Blue Mountain ski resort is an ideal weekend trip from downtown with a tonne of entertaining attractions to explore and do for the whole family. It is

The 6 best 2023 cruise itineraries to book right now

How does a cruise to Arabia sound? Or what about the longest U.S. river cruise ever to set sail? With ships traveling all over the globe, it can be difficult to choose the destination that's right for you, especially when there are so many bucket list-worthy options. That's why I've

Emeril Named Chief Culinary Officer for Carnival

Carnival Cruise Line announced that world renowned chef Emeril Lagasse will serve as the cruise line’s Chief Culinary Officer. Emeril first partnered with Carnival Cruise Line with a bistro on Mardi Gras. Emeril’s Bistro was also added to Carnival Celebration, the cruise line’s newest

Norwegian to Reduce Cleaning Service For Most Cabins, Decrease Stateroom Attendant Salaries

Just ahead of its increase in daily gratuities for guests on January 1st, Norwegian Cruise Line has revealed that it is reducing its cleaning service for most staterooms across the fleet in 2023. According to Crew Center, a letter was sent to crew members that detailed the changes

World's First Commercial Movie Screened

On the 28th of December in 1895, history was made at a the Salon Indien du Grand Café in Paris. Two French brothers, Louis and Auguste Lumiere, had just developed a projector camera they dubbed the

China lifts travel restrictions despite surging COVID cases, prompting concern in U.S. and other nations

Many hospitals and funeral homes say they're being overwhelmed by a worsening COVID-19 outbreak in China, even as the government reports just a handful of new deaths from the virus. The surge in cases across China is drawing a response from other countries, including

Covid and chaos: 22 ways flying had a bumpy ride in 2022

It's been another tough year for aviation, as the world returned to flying after the Covid-19 pandemic, only for the industry to be beset by chaos and cancellations. There were silver linings, however, as the industry slowly recovered and progress was made in terms of more

5 Newly Opened Hotels To Add To Your 2023 List

Travel Noire’s list of newly opened hotels has arrived for 2023. There is nothing greater than discovering new hotels your favorite or new locations. Whether freshly renovated or newly opened, these hotels are sure to surprise the travel community worldwide. These hotel

7 Reasons To Add Montenegro To Your Bucket List In 2023

Have you ever considered visiting Montenegro? This small European country was named one of the trending destinations of 2023 by American Express Travel. While Montenegro is growing in popularity, this country in the Balkans is still highly underrated. It’s often overshadowed by

1,000 Southwest flyers sleep overnight at Denver airport amid 'nightmare' flight cancellations

A ruined honeymoon. A missed birthday. A ski trip hanging in the balance. Southwest Airlines' meltdown continued Tuesday, with more than 60% of all flights canceled, the second day in a row of mass cancellations at Denver International Airport. As of Tuesday, the Denver airport

This Florida Town Now Offers Visitors Electric Horseless Carriage Rides — The First In The U.S.

For the first time, electric horseless carriages will be used for tourism in the United States. Mount Dora, Florida, is the first city in the country to implement the carriages. The quaint town, just north of Orlando, has beautiful parks, lakes, and a restored historic district that can

Babies in First Class: Which Side of the Aisle Are You On?

For some travelers, nothing can kill that premium-cabin buzz quicker than an infant next to them. But for parents, despite the overwhelming opposition (and glaring side-eye), seats in the front of the plane can be golden

The best US exhibitions this year

The subject matter, the medium, the context: the best exhibitions bring everything together, turning art into a “here and now” experience. In simpler terms, you have to be there to feel it. And there’s plenty to feel at museums across the country in 2023. Whether you want to

10 Top-Rated Things To Do In Myrtle Beach

South Carolina is a state with Southern charm with an eclectic city touch. Nestled in South Carolina’s coastline, Myrtle Beach is a great vacation spot for anyone wanting to experience the city's charm and all of its attractions with the scenic views only a beach can provide. With 60

7 weird things you'll only experience when you cruise

No method of seeing the world is wackier or more wonderful than a cruise. That's because there are certain things you'll only encounter when you embark. From odd jargon like "bunkering," "I-95" and "poop deck" to strange superstitions like christenings and not toasting

Royal Caribbean Provides Update on Icon of the Seas' AquaDome

Royal Caribbean International has released a new video in its “Making an Icon” series as it continues to reveal details on its largest cruise ship ever and the first in the Icon class, Icon of the Seas. This edition of the series is about the AquaDome neighborhood, a massive steel and

Is Santa Claus buried in Ireland?

Amid green hilly pastures dotted with grazing sheep and a cemetery with graves dating back to the 13th Century, the ruins of St Nicholas Church tower over the family home of Maeve and Joe O'Connell. Among those resting eternally here are early inhabitants of the estate

7 Hottest New Cruise Ships Debuting in 2023

Cruise lines are set to welcome close to 20 new ocean cruise ships into their fleet in 2023. From the mainstream cruise lines Royal Caribbean and Carnival Cruise Line to luxury lines like Regent, here are the seven hottest new cruise ships that will enter service in 2023. In addition

10 Adults-Only Florida Resorts Worth Booking

Florida is a popular holiday destination for guests from all over the world. There are plenty of places to explore, including beautiful small towns in Florida, party scenes in Miami, beach days in Tampa, and theme parks in Orlando. Whether people are flying from the icy winds and the

9 top things to do in Maine

Maine lures visitors with stunning natural beauty and a wealth of outdoor fun, so it’s no surprise that many of the best things to do here take advantage of the state’s natural resources. Start with 3500 miles of sand and granite shoreline studded with fishing villages

10 travel trends that will shape family vacations in 2023

If the past two years are any indication, 2023 will be both exciting and tumultuous for family travelers. Gas prices surged and the economy wobbled in 2022, but we collectively embraced the relaxing of COVID-19 restrictions in family vacation spots around the U.S., Mexico, Europe

The Grand Opening of Radio City Music Hall

On December 27, 1932, in the midst of the turmoil of the Great Depression, thousands of Americans still turned out for the opening of the Radio City Music Hall in New York City. On its opening day, the Hall held a

5 Reasons You Should Take A Solo Trip In 2023

Travel is back and bigger than ever. Many destinations have reported record-breaking visitor arrivals, and the momentum doesn’t look like it will stop. As more and more travelers get back out into the world, many are considering going it alone. In fact, about 25% of American

Covid in China: People rush to book travel as borders finally reopen

Chinese people have rushed to book overseas travel after Beijing announced it would reopen its borders next month. Passport applications for Chinese citizens wishing to travel internationally will resume from 8 January, the immigration administration said. It follows an

10 Reasons Why Georgia (The Country) Should Be On Your Travel Radar In 2023

Due to its sharing of the same name “Georgia” with a US state, it often gets overshadowed by the more popular state in the US. Most people think one is referring to the US state when the name “Georgia” is mentioned and even search engines for the same name displays more

Eastern Thailand: Why Travel to this Underrated Region

Eastern Thailand is a stunning region in The Land of Smiles that is often less explored than the rest of the country. It's a shame, though, because this is one of the best regions of Thailand! This area has everything from gorgeous, white sand beaches to lush, forested national parks

How to Visit the National Parks for Free in 2023

Mark your calendars, budget travelers: The National Park Service has announced its “entrance-fee free” dates for 2023. On these days, the more than 100 park sites that normally charge visitors to enter will offer complimentary admission to everyone. In total, there are five free

This Scandinavian City Will Have the World's First Fully Electric Public Transit System in 2023

Travelers to Oslo, Norway can expect to move around fossil fuel-free by next year, when the city plans to unveil the world’s first fully electric public transit system. A deal to replace the city’s remaining diesel-fueled buses with 450 electric ones by the end of 2023 was announced

More than 10 people injured after big wave slams into popular Hawaii snorkeling spot

More than ten people were injured at Sharks Cove on Oahu's North Shore when a 10-foot wave hit the tide pool – one of the island's most popular spots for diving and snorkeling – according to the Honolulu Emergency Services Department. The incident happened on

Disney Cruise Line Announces Full Itinerary To Caribbean, Mexico In 2024

If you’ve been dreaming of setting sail for crystal blue waters, white sand beaches, and lots of adventures, then Disney Cruise Line plans to make that come true. It has announced its tropical cruise itineraries for 2024. You can now book your magical vacation on board one of

Europe's best new train services in 2023

Fans of train travel like me are looking toward 2023 with excitement – and a newly expanded to-do list. The magic date on the European train calendar was December 11, when winter timetables kicked in. While not quite matching the bounty of peak summer services, the

This Florida State Park Preserves A Lost & Forgotten Ruin (With A Compelling History)

With some 175 state parks and 9 state trails, there is no shortage of state parks in Florida. Some of the parks are large and impressive, while others are small - preserving singular sites of interest. The Addison Blockhouse Historic State Park is a small state park that preserves a

All aboard! What you need to know about cruise boarding times and how early to arrive for a cruise

The big day is approaching, and you're finally getting ready to head to the cruise port and board your ship. How can you ensure you're prepared to start your vacation on the right foot? You'll need a plan for getting to the port and some knowledge about the embarkation process

Hilton’s international free breakfast is here to stay — at least for now

We know if there’s one thing TPG readers love, it’s free breakfast. And for elite Hilton Honors members, it’s a very important perk. But a recent change to the terms and conditions on Hilton’s website has people wondering if change is in the air outside the U.S. Last year, Hilton

Celebrate Valentine’s Day At These 10 Most Romantic Hotels In New York City

Those who enjoy Valentine's Day in all its red roses and mushy teddy bear glory without a single care about the snarky jabs directed at them can consider treating their significant other to a night in a hotel fit for a romantic getaway. Hotels in New York City offer a wide variety of

These Are Europe’s Best Villages to Visit as a Tourist

14 out of the 32 ‘Best Tourism Villages 2022’ selected this December by the World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) are located in Europe and the majority of them are in the European Union countries. The list has been revealed on December 20, whereas the awards will be

George Washington Crosses the Delaware

On December 26, 1776, George Washington took temporary control of Trenton, New Jersey in the Battle of Trenton. The trek to Trenton required a crossing of the Delaware River in the dead of winter. Due to these

Travel abroad is poised 'for a big comeback' in 2023 as Americans eye trips to Asia, Europe

Americans are poised to travel overseas in a big way in 2023. Households are continuing to unleash two or three years’ worth of pent-up demand as Covid-19 fears wane and the last vestiges of pandemic-era border restrictions have eased. The U.S. dollar also remains relatively

A dangerous storm disrupts travel and knocks out power across the U.S.

The massive, deadly winter storm bringing whiteout blizzards, stinging winds and frigid temps well below average to much of the U.S. continues to cause Christmas weekend travel havoc, power outages to hundreds of thousands and warnings from officials about potentially life

Traveling Across Spain Will Be Easier Than Ever With The New High-Speed Trains

Train travel is gaining more and more popularity in Europe, especially in Spain, where train connections are convenient and modern and keep expanding. Last Monday, the Spanish high-speed AVE trains inaugurated a new route connecting Madrid, the capital, to the beautiful city

Top 6 All-Inclusive Resorts In The Bahamas

Home to sparkling, clear waters and year-round sun, the Bahamas are the perfect place for a relaxing getaway. Staying at an all-inclusive resort during your trip is a great way to make sure your vacation is truly relaxing – you’ll only have to worry about picking the right resort and

Florida's Sunny City: The Ultimate Travel Guide To Fort Myers & Things To Do There

Fort Myers may not be as popular as Florida’s larger cities like Miami, Orlando, or Tampa, but it still boasts a reputation for being a major tourist destination. In fact, according to the official Fort Myers city website, this city welcomes about 5 million visitors annually, which is no mean

The Alaska Railroad Reveals Spectacular Views and Remote Communities

It’s still dark outside when the conductor leans out of the midnight blue- and gold-painted locomotive, cups his hand to his mouth, and gives the call: “ALLLLL ABOARD!” Our group embarks the Alaska Railroad and ascends a narrow spiral staircase to the Adventure Class—a

You Can Charter the 'Glass Onion' Yacht—and It's as Glamorous as It Appears in the Movie

Taking place on a private Greek island, the trip in Rian Johnson’s newest Knives Out movie, Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery, would be undeniably indulgent—if not for the murder mystery and seemingly never-ending plot twists. Still, for a lofty price, you can turn some of

Carnival Celebration Announces New Activities For Kids And Families In 2023

Finding activities for children, teens, and families to share while cruising can sometimes be a challenge. Carnival Cruise Line is doing something about that. Carnival is introducing an expanded youth program in spring 2023, introducing some new activities as well as an update

23 of the best things to do in Dublin: top tips for a memorable experience

Asmall capital with a huge reputation, Dublin is a multicultural, artistic city brimming with incredible architecture, beautiful green spaces and great opportunities for entertainment. While traces of Ireland's Viking past have been largely washed away, the city is a living museum of

7 Stunning Hotels to Experience in Cape Town

The Mother City's hotel scene has something for every traveler, from rooftop bars to rural winelands. Cape Town is one of those exceptional cities that has something for everyone. You can just as easily go for a hike in the mountains to watch the sunrise as you can sample

10 Cities Around The World That Promise An Unforgettable New Year’s Eve

Traveling during New Year’s Eve can be off-putting sometimes: it’s the peak season, everything is expensive, and throngs of partygoers crowd the streets. But for those who dare to venture out, unforgettable experiences await. Certain cities promise to make it a New Year’s Eve

What is the MSC Yacht Club? Take a look at MSC Cruises' luxury suite area

MSC Cruises sails beautiful new ships from U.S. home ports, but its inviting sun decks can be crowded, and you're likely to encounter queues for dinner reservations and guest services. The trick to creating a more luxurious experience on this big-ship cruise line is to book a stay in the

The 8 Essential Houston Restaurants Every Traveler Should Try

Houston defies all culinary expectations of a Texan city. Sure, there are more steak houses, Tex Mex food trucks, and barbecue joints than you can shake a stick at, but here in Bayou City, bánh mì sandwich shops, soul food restaurants, and West African diners rest comfortably next

We Now Know When Super Nintendo World Opens At Universal Studios Hollywood

The Mario Bros. have been part of the gaming world for nearly four decades, taking players to the magical world of the Mushroom Kingdom full of princesses and dragons. Now gamers and others can become part of that world. Nintendo World will open on February 17, 2023, at the

Travelers on Collette’s ‘Patagonia: Edge of the World’ Explorations tour get to know Chilean locals over lamb roast lunch

Pawtucket, RI (December 22, 2022) – Collette’s “Patagonia: Edge of the World” small group Explorations tour gives travelers the chance to learn about Chilean culture from the locals. On day five of the tour, travelers

Vincent Van Gogh Cuts Off His Ear

On this day in 1888, Dutch artist Vincent Van Gogh, a renowned artist today but underappreciated during his time, took a razor to his ear in a fit of rage and sliced off his own ear lobe. Van Gogh had been suffering from

Strategies for getting where you want to go for the holidays

Thousands of Thursday and Friday flights have already been canceled as holiday travelers try to make their way to their destinations. Chicago O'Hare and Denver International airports were seeing the most cancellations on Thursday, according to data from flight tracking site

Can Travel Curb Its Global Emissions and Create a Better Future?

If you are a regular reader of AFAR, you know we’re dedicated to making travel a force for good in the world. Our tagline is “Travelers Who Care” and we are proud to speak to and for travelers who are conscientious about how they explore: experiences that enrich the traveler

Biden urges Americans to travel early if possible with a massive blizzard slated to hit the U.S.

President Joe Biden warned Americans traveling ahead of the Christmas holiday weekend to be careful and leave early if possible to avoid the massive storm expected to hit several states Thursday night. “This is not like a snow day when you were a kid,” Biden said. “This is serious

Follow These 5 Rules For The Best European Travel Experience

Summer 2022 brought a resurgence of travel to Europe for the first time since the pandemic. The demand was so high that many European countries were simply not ready. This led to travelers experiencing flight cancelations, long lines, and inflated hotel and taxi prices. Europe

MSC Cruises Plans Fourth U.S. Homeport in Texas

MSC Cruises plans to introduce a new homeport in Texas, the company’s fourth in the United States. The cruise line has signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding with the Port of Galveston that outlines a potential agreement to develop a terminal, according to MSC. The

17 Travel Trends You'll See in 2023, According to our Editors and Contributors

This past year, we officially saw the world open back up. After nearly two years of being kept on home turf, this year saw a much-needed return to travel as we took to the skies, seas, and roads to explore more than ever before—whether revisiting an old favorite or planning a big

New Swiss Train Offers Amazing Views, With Technology That Allows It To Jump Tracks And Grow Taller

Everyone knows that Swiss trains run like clockwork. Now, they can jump tracks and grow taller! Swiss engineers have finally accomplished a goal that was set in 1873. They were looking for a way to connect Lake Geneva and the Swiss Alps. The problem: there were two

Top 5 Underrated Beach Destinations To Visit In Mexico For 2023

Are you looking for the top underrated beach destinations to visit in Mexico? Popular beach destinations in Mexico like Cancun and Cabo can be overcrowded, expensive, and so touristy that they start to feel like an extension of the United States. Even places that were once off

Lanzarote or Fuerteventura: which to choose?

As the midwinter blues set in, low-cost flights to the Canary Islands beckon. Deciding to head for the airport is an easy choice; which island to pick is the hard part. We’ve narrowed it down to Lanzarote and Fuerteventura – and are leaving the rest to two passionate experts, each of

The Most Beautiful Christmas Market in Europe Is Back and Better Than Ever

The 2021 Christmas season was disappointing for many people in Europe, with Covid having canceled or diminished the popular Christmas markets in such popular destinations as Vienna, Cologne, and Munich. But a recent visit to Stuttgart, Germany (during Advent season no

'Kaboodle' of drag queens takes over Antarctica on first all-LGBTQ+ cruise to the White Continent

It's difficult enough to dress warmly when you venture to a place as cold as Antarctica, but imagine doing it in a dress, wig and full face of makeup. That's what happened when a "kaboodle" of drag queens converged on the White Continent and planted a flag on behalf of

The First Gorilla Born in Captivity

On this day in 1956, the Columbus Zoo in Ohio celebrated the birth of the first gorilla born in captivity. The baby, Colo, was 4 pounds and the daughter of two Western Lowland gorillas captured in French Cameroon

Thursday flight cancellations top 1,200 nationwide, disrupting holiday travel

More than 1,200 flights have been cancelled across the United States, according to the flight tracking site FlightAware, as severe winter weather threatens holiday travel. As of early Thursday morning, 1,218 flights have been cancelled nationwide. More than 700 US flights

Here's How To Stay Safe On Your Next Group Trip

When American traveler Shanquella Robinson was found dead after traveling with a group of friends to Mexico, my perspective on group trips changed. A few years ago, I went on a group trip with some friends to Denver. We stayed in an Airbnb, had an incredible time, and everyone

Ireland Named Europe's Best Travel Destination - Here's Why So Many Americans Love It

For the ninth year in a row, Ireland has been crowned Europe’s Best Travel Destination at the annual Travel Weekly Reader’s Choice Awards. It beats off strong competitors – with Greece, Italy, and Croatia, to name a few – but what is it about this chilly insular nation that has got

These Are The Miami Best Hotels For Your Next Weekend Getaway

If you’re looking for tropical weather, sandy beaches lined with palm trees and crystal blue water plus an endless array of restaurants, nightlife and shopping, there’s no place quite like Miami. This vibrant, culturally rich city makes for the perfect weekend getaway or wellness

José Andrés’s Favorite Restaurants in Spain, According to His New Travel Show

Chef, restaurateur, and philanthropist José Andrés has a new travel show, and it’s all about his homeland. Across José Andrés and Family in Spain’s six-episode run, the food magnate and El Bulli alum takes his American-born daughters Carlota, Inés, and Lucía to explore the cuisines

Your Guide to Tipping at U.S. Hotels

Whether we’re skiing in Lake Tahoe, relaxing in a spa retreat in Scottsdale, Arizona, or museum-hopping in Washington, D.C., what we often remember most about our stays at hotels and resorts across America are the people who helped us have an easier, more

One of the Best Ways to See the Northern Lights? On an Airplane

Few travelers anticipate looking out their window and seeing the northern lights from a plane—but it may just be your best bet at catching the phenomenon. Witnessing the majestic northern lights is a classic travel bucket list experience, after all, but unlike visiting the Eiffel

Some Disney fans will go to parks, wait hours just to buy a souvenir. Here's why.

It all started with a cup. "I don't know what it was about that cup," Shelley Cartee reminisced. The plastic Beauty and the Beast mug shaped like Beast's head wasn't valuable. She got it in a "Happy Meal or something" in the 1990s, but it sparked her lifelong love for Disney

TSA Found A Record Number Of Guns In Carry-On Bags In 2022, Now The Fine Is Going Up – Here's How Much

A record number of firearms have been intercepted by Transportation Security Administration officers at the nation’s airports in 2022, the agency announced. With 2 weeks remaining in the year, TSA officials noted that 6,301 weapons had been detected in carry-on luggage at airport

12 things locals want you to know before you go to Canada

As a born-and-raised Canadian, I’m often surprised by how little people know about my country. From being asked what it’s like to live in an igloo (I don’t, it rarely snows where I call home in Vancouver) to questions about how to explore all of Canada in a one-week trip (as the

12 European Cities That Are Even Better to Visit in the Winter

Spring and summer are the most obvious times of year to visit Europe. In the warmer months, you can enjoy great weather, plenty of time outdoors, and even combine your city break with a relaxing time at the beach. However, some cities are even better to visit in winter when there

Pan Am Flight 103

On December 21, 1988, Pan Am Flight 103 exploded en route from London to New York in Scotland airspace. All 243 passengers and 16 crew members were killed, as well as 11 of the residents of the town of Lockerbie under the

Holiday travel is back – just maybe not with the service you're used to

A frigid arctic blast threatens to derail holiday travel this week. But even those who reach their destinations on time may have reason to grumble: Some will have to make their own hotel beds, wipe their own in-flight tray tables and wait in lines at airport lounges — or pay more for a smoother

10 new train journeys for 2023

While governments prevaricate over climate change measures, millions of travelers worldwide have been voting with their feet and switching to trains as their preferred mode of transport. When you add in historically high motoring costs and unpredictable airline reliability, the incentives for switching

7 Resorts in Costa Rica for Every Kind of Adventure

Tumbling waterfalls, dense jungles, winding rivers, smoldering volcanoes, and secluded beaches make Costa Rica an idyllic destination for travelers looking to immerse themselves in nature. What’s more, over the past few decades, Costa Rica has prioritized protecting its natural beauty in a country

TSA Prepares for the Holiday Rush – These Are Their Tips for a Smooth Travel Experience

The Transportation Security Administration is gearing up for a crowded week of holiday travel with the busiest days expected to be Dec. 22 and Dec. 30. The agency expects travelers to head to the airports in droves with numbers higher than last year and close to pre-pandemic levels for the lead

13 Unforgettable Hawaii Cruises, Including a Tiny 36-Passenger Sailing and a Disney Ship

The thing about Hawaii cruises is that there’s no bad time of year to take one. Thanks to its year-round sunshine and warm weather, Hawaii will be there for you whenever you’re ready to set sail. Several cruise lines, including Holland America, Princess Cruises, and Viking Cruises, call on ports in

Paris Museum First In France To Use Special Glasses For Colorblind Visitors To See Exhibits In A New Way

An estimated 350 million people — 1 out of every 12 men and 1 out of every 200 women — are colorblind. Those people face a host of challenges, from deciphering traffic lights to appreciating internationally acclaimed artwork. Interestingly, Centre Pompidou, a museum of modern and

This Is Why Thailand Is The Most Popular Destination For Americans In Southeast Asia

Now that their borders have reopened and they seem to have moved on from the darker days of the pandemic, Thailand is once again smashing tourism records and strengthening links with North America. In fact, new research has confirmed it is the go-to destination for U.S. citizens in Southeast

The 13 best islands for your honeymoon in 2023

Whether you want to drift through turquoise lagoons, trek along otherworldly coastlines or simply do nothing at all, your honeymoon is all about doing exactly what you (and your beloved) want to do. Whatever that may be, there’s one thing we all know for sure: there’s no better place to celebrate

The Real ‘Below Deck’: Unbelievable Stories from a Multi-Million Dollar Superyacht

Ivan Rakulič is the captain and proprietor of Freedom, an exquisite superyacht found in-season hopping between the Dalmation Islands off of mainland Croatia. It’s one of three yachts like it in the world and is often rented by celebrities, CEOs, and other deep-pocketed business people. His vessel

Treat Yourself To Some Holiday Cheer At These 10 Iconic Luxury Hotels

The magic of Christmas, with its ever-present holiday music and the twinkle of those white lights against the tinsel, and all those pretty bright red bows neatly resting atop their boxes, is often referred to as the most wonderful time of the year. 'Tis the season of giving, so why not give yourself

Live Aboard Norwegian Spirit in the South Pacific

Cruise lines often use the phrase "bow to stern" when describing a significant cruise ship refurbishment. In reality, this translates more simply as public rooms, soft furnishings and carpets have been given a makeover, with occasionally a new venue or space carved out from an existing

The Berlin Wall Opens For The First Time

On this day in 1963, communist East Germany and the republic of West Germany came to an agreement to allow the wall between the two halves of the country to be opened. The decision was made in the spirit of

Major winter storm threatens to upend holiday travel

The timing couldn't be worse: a powerful winter storm is expected to slam the heart of the country this week during the holiday season's busiest travel days. Why it matters: The storm is expected to interfere with both passenger travel and cargo transport across a vast stretch of the

Gen Z Habits Disrupting The Travel Industry

Gen Z has a unique perspective on travel due to the tremendous boost in globalization that has occurred during their lifetime. Their perspective is undoubtedly going to alter the travel industry, especially as this young generation becomes older, more autonomous, and more economically

Airlines issue travel waivers ahead of massive 'bomb cyclone'

Key US airlines have issued travel waivers ahead of what's forecast to be a brutal "bomb cyclone" of wintry weather in the Midwest and other regions later this week. The important aviation hub of Chicago is forecast to be one of the cities hit the hardest, with the National

Busy holiday travel rush about to get underway

The busy holiday travel period is about to get underway. Miami International Airport expects 2.5 million passengers between December 21st and January 6th. That is a 1.5% increase from 2021. Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International airport is expecting 1.6 million travelers in that time

11 things you should know about the British Airways Travel Together Ticket

The British Airways Travel Together Ticket is one of the best ways to maximize your Avios. It can be used to book two passengers on the same British Airways flight for the Avios required for one person (though you will have to pay the fees, taxes and surcharges for both passengers), or you

Peru evacuating tourists stranded at Machu Picchu

Hundreds of tourists stranded in the ancient city of Machu Picchu are being evacuated after Peru was plunged into a state of emergency following the ousting of the country's president. Following interruptions and closures last week, train services and airports are now reopening

These Are The Most Welcoming Countries Of 2022 For Travelers

Passport Indexes keep travelers updated on which countries require visas or electronic travel authorizations (eTAs). Arton Capital’s Passport Index and the Henley Passport Index are the main indexes measuring the number of countries travelers can visit visa-free or would need a visa-on

Paris's Picasso Museum Will Offer 2 Special Exhibits to Honor the Artist's Life

On April 8, 2023, it will have been 50 years since Pablo Picasso passed away in his French home from heart failure. In the 80 years that he worked as a painter, sculptor, ceramicist, and printmaker, Picasso revolutionized the art world, not once, but each time he reinvented himself

Here's How You Can Party With Bruno Mars on New Year's Eve

No plans for New Year's Eve yet? Here's your chance to spend the night with Bruno Mars — in Las Vegas. The "24K Magic" singer will be performing at the Mayfair Supper Club at the Bellagio, in an evening in partnership with SelvaRey Rum, along with DJ Pee .Wee (aka Anderson Paak)

Enjoy a cozy stay at the 10 best ski hotels in North America

What's better than a day out on the slopes? How about an overnight or multi-day trip? These hotels and resorts – selected by a panel of ski and snowboarding experts and voted by readers as the 10 best – offer perks like stunning mountain views, serene spa treatments, convenient

Top 5 Places To Stay In Jackson Hole, Wyoming This Winter

Jackson Hole, Wyoming is a charming, remote town that’s popular for its winter sports. One especially well-known sport is downhill skiing, and there are multiple places to stay if you’re looking to hit the slopes in this town. Here are 5 options that won’t disappoint!

Sweden’s Icehotel 33 has opened for the winter season

Every November, as temperatures drop and the aurora borealis dances overhead, a new Icehotel takes shape in Jukkasjärvi, Sweden, 200km (125 miles) north of the Arctic Circle in Swedish Lapland. Then, as temperatures rise in the spring, the Icehotel melts back into Torne River, from

How to Plan a Glitzy Italian Getaway Fancy Enough to Impress Your Mother

The first time that I went traipsing through Italy, I had only a backpack, a single change of clothing, and a pair of worn-in boots. I ate slices of focaccia and drank straight from three-euro bottles of wine. In my exhilarated state, I lost track of time and took a train from Cinque Terre to

10 Ways The World's Largest Cruise Ship Compares To The Titanic

As the years roll by, ships have evolved from basic ferry inventions to sophisticated ocean liners like the Titanic ship, and today, there are cruise ships for pleasure voyages across distinctive destinations. One such cruise ship is Wonder of the Seas, the largest cruise ship in the world

Ruby Princess Departs On Inaugural Voyage

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Walk through the pink metal gates into a fantasy world created by the feisty and fabulous Trixie Mattel (a.k.a. Brian Firkus, when not in drag). This first-of-its-kind motel, owned and operated by a drag queen, has a bright and colorful design that will make you smile. At this adults-only Palm

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A winter storm is making its way across the country, having a widespread effect on travel and flights ahead of the busy holiday season. Several airlines have announced flight waivers as the storm sweeps across the United States, issuing alerts for everywhere from the Rockies to the

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Hong Kong is once again easing pandemic-era travel rules, making it easier to visit as a tourist. Starting Wednesday, the city will eliminate its “amber code” rule, according to the Hong Kong Tourism Board, which previously banned international tourists from entering places like restaurants

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United Airlines announced Tuesday that it has ordered 100 wide-body Boeing 787 Dreamliners with the option to purchase 100 more—or 200 total (United will have its choice of the 787-8, 9, or 10 models). The carrier will take delivery of the new 787s over the course of eight years, between

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Consumer prices for hotels, motels and other lodging dropped nearly 5% in November from October, according to the latest government inflation report, a sign that soaring travel demand has lost some momentum from the summer. Airfares also fell month to month, by 0.6%. Still, the price

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The U.S. Travel Association added Spanish- and Portuguese-language access to its online campaign against long visa wait times. The move comes amid stubbornly high wait times for visas for people from essential business and tourism partners such as Mexico and Brazil, hurting U.S.

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A brutal winter storm packing wind gusts of up to 80 mph was marching toward the nation's interior Monday, threatening to pound a swath of the nation with snow measured in feet. Almost 15 million people in more than a dozen states faced foul weather warnings or watches Monday

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European Christmas markets are straight out of a holiday movie. Twinkling lights, towering trees, and brightly colored ornaments dot little lanes where artisans sell their goods from peaked-roof stalls. With Christmas markets scattered all around Europe, no matter where you’re traveling this

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A cruise to Antarctica is on most travelers’ bucket lists, as the white continent is unlike any other and the most difficult to reach. To follow in the footsteps of intrepid explorers such as Sir Ernest Shackleton and Roald Amundsen was my dream for several years, and it finally came to fruition

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It already looks like 2023 is going to be a year of "revenge travel," with people who were cooped up during the pandemic taking the long-overdue dream vacations they've been saving up for. However, while most of the world is open again and operating like before, not every attraction

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We know winter has barely started, and we’re only just getting cozy in our homes as we impatiently wait for the holidays, but there’s enough reasons already to look forward to July 2023. Months ahead of time, American Airlines (AA) has unveiled its long-awaited summer schedule

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Cancun is a popular and well-loved destination for a winter getaway. With its sparkling beaches, crystal clear waters, and no shortage of high-quality, all-inclusive resorts, it’s no wonder as to why. With so many great resort options to choose from, you might have a hard time narrowing it down

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Thinking about visiting Phoenix? The Valley of the Sun is one of the most iconic travel destinations in the Southwest region of the United States, and a must-visit spot in Arizona. Brimming with beautiful culture, stunning mountains, and spectacular sandy deserts with many things to see

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The pandemic completely altered air traffic patterns the world over. Not only have fewer people been flying since early 2020, but the places they are flying to and from also have changed considerably as travelers have faced global public health concerns, COVID protocols at the

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For the better part of two decades, we’ve limited the liquids we carry through airport security. The magic number settled upon was 3.4 ounces, or 100 milliliters, of liquid in a container—an amount that became an international standard developed by explosives experts. As frequent travelers are

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With fewer tourists and a frosted skyline of Baroque domes and soaring Gothic spires, Prague in winter can be the stuff of snow-filled fairytales. But even the most resilient travelers will need a few breaks to relax and defrost frozen fingers and toes, ideally with a tasty drink or warm meal to

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The procedures for getting off a cruise ship, as well as cruise ship disembarkation times, can be confusing to first-time cruisers. How long does it take to disembark a ship, and can you just walk straight onto the pier? Perhaps you're wondering how quickly you'll be able to go ashore during a

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Airports Council International, ACI Europe has revealed that during this October, passenger traffic in the network of European airports increased by +40 per cent compared to the same month of 2021. Data provided by ACI Europe also shows that growth was driven by international passenger

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What do you mean there’s a recession on the horizon? The world’s luxury travel sector was parked en masse this week in Cannes, France, for the International Luxury Travel Market (or ILTM) conference. From the packed floors of the Palais des Festivals et des Cannes conference venue

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Croatia got the green light on Thursday to join Europe's open travel zone, but Bulgaria and Romania were kept out because of opposition led by Austria over concerns about unauthorised immigration. From 2023, people will not have to stop for border checks as they pass between

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Regarding travel, 2022 was a shining light at the end of the long tunnel that is the coronavirus. For 2020 and 2021, the world was on lockdown or confusing travel restrictions. This year, travelers took to the sky in record numbers. It’s time to turn up. So, where should you be jetting off to

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I was woken by the long, forlorn sound of the siren. The brakes hissed and screeched as our train chugged up the hill and pulled into Radella, a station along one of the most beautiful train journeys in the world: the Colombo to Badulla railway. "The journey is so enthralling that you don't

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Portugal is one of the most gay-friendly destinations in the world—and Lisbon is not just the capital of the country but the center of LGBTQ+ life in the nation. In fact, Spartacus ranks Portugal third in their 2021 Gay Travel Index, which rates the best countries for LGBTQ+ people based on a

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At the Bogota airport, as passengers were placing their carry-ons, laptops and purses in bins inching their way on the conveyer belt for inspection, one item stood out: it was a cat, and its owner was putting it into a cabin-ready case. For most travelers, this would hardly be noticeable

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For repeat visitors and first timers alike, an abundance of new treasures await in California. Imagine relaxation among orange trees and sunny winter days in Southern California, the dramatic coastlines and sunsets of Big Sur, and the mid-20th-century pop of Palm Springs. If you’re

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A new Minions-themed land, and matching ride, will be coming to Universal Orlando Resort next summer. Minion Land, which will be located on Florida theme park's Illumination Avenue, will also consist of a new ride, Villain-Con Minion Blast, the park shared with Travel + Leisure in its

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Sir Richard Branson’s cruise line Virgin Voyages has officially taken delivery of its third vessel, Resilient Lady. Built in Fincantieri’s Sestri Ponente shipyard in Genoa, Italy, the 110,000 gross ton Resilient Lady marks the brand’s third completed vessel in the span of two years. Resilient Lady is

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Carnival Cruise Line canceled the first six cruises on Carnival Jubilee due to delays at the shipyard. Carnival Jubilee will be the cruise line’s third Excel class ship when it debuts next year. Carnival Jubilee’s first sailing will now take place on December 23, 2023 out of Galveston, Texas. Carnival

The Murder of John Lennon

On December 8, 1980, Mark David Chapman shot musician and former Beatles lyricist John Lennon four times in the back in the entrance of Lennon's home, the Dakota apartment building on Manhattan's Central Park

The Biggest Wellness Travel Trends of 2023, From Sound Baths in the Maldives to Recovery Lounges in Napa Valley

Going on vacation used to be an excuse to leave our diet and workout routines at home. These days, we plan trips rooted in relaxation, but also self-improvement and wellbeing. Wellness travel has become one of the industry’s fastest growing sectors, and hotels and resorts are taking note

Breeze Airways Is Adding 22 New Routes—Here’s the Full List

Breeze Airways, the upstart airline from JetBlue founder David Neeleman, doesn’t seem to be slowing down its growth plan anytime soon. After revealing last month its efforts to gain approval to fly internationally, the low-cost carrier on Wednesday unveiled massive domestic expansion

5 off-the-beaten-track travel destinations to visit in 2023

Prairie Stuart-Wolff spoke next to no Japanese when she moved to Japan with her wife, ceramist Hanako Nakazato. Had she relocated to Tokyo or Osaka, the American writer and photographer would have probably gotten by just fine with English alone, but her aging in-laws lived in rural

Top 10 International Destinations Americans Are Heading To This Christmas

These are the most popular international destinations where Americans are traveling this holiday season. According to data gathered by travel insurance company Allianz, holiday travel is up 17% compared to 2021. Although U.S. destinations like New York City and Orlando top the charts for

The Ultimate Travel Guide To Seattle: How To Get Around & Where To Stay

When the sun starts to set into Puget Sound, Seattle's skyline turns to its most beautiful shadows. Before darkness falls on the city and the Space Needle's stunning shape can be seen, the harbor takes on the hues of sunset and the glass office towers become blindingly light. The current coffee

How Indonesia's new laws will affect tourists

International travelers have been flocking back to the popular resort island of Bali as the Covid pandemic subsides, prompting hopes that Indonesia's battered tourism industry is on the road to recovery. But this week, controversial new laws were passed in parliament that ban cohabitation

Where to travel in January: five of the best destinations

With much of the northern hemisphere hunkering down, January is one of the best months to strike out for greener pastures. Prices deliciously drop after the pocket-draining holiday season and crowds thin. While the cultural calendar remains packed with festivals and events: New Year’s Day

The E.U. Will Allow Phone Calls on Planes in 2023 – But Is That a Good Thing?

Switching our phones to airplane mode when boarding a plane is as much a part of our pre-flight routine as passing through security and fastening our seatbelts. But member states of the EU have a new deadline to make 5G frequency bands available on planes: June 30, 2023. The move to

How much is a Disney World ticket? More than ever for three parks. See how much prices went up.

It's now more expensive than ever to visit Walt Disney World. The price of one-day one-park tickets to Magic Kingdom, EPCOT and Disney's Hollywood Studios all rose today for the first time since 2019. Only Animal Kingdom's starting price remains $109. Additionally, Disney switched to

Why Bird Lovers Will Flock To This National Park For A Unique Winter Event

Bird watchers and amateur naturalists alike in northern Indiana, as well as Chicago and its suburbs, will want to circle December 31 on their calendars — and not just because it’s New Year’s Eve. December 31 is also the day Indiana Dunes National Park will “facilitate” an important

Book These 10 Best Luxury Beach Hotels In Nassau, Bahamas

A vacation trip to the Bahamas conjures up many exhilarating thoughts: Some of the finest beaches on the planet, an incredibly diverse landscape, and then this—swimming with adorable pigs. Whatever it is, the Bahamas is a sizzling vacation destination that really needs no

Carnival Celebration Introduces New Activities For Kids and Teens

Carnival Celebration is introducing new activities for kids, teens, and families, as well as an update to its onboard Dr. Seuss Bookville. Many of these new offerings will be implemented across the fleet by spring 2023. Carnival Celebration debuted the most expansive offerings to date for kids

Nassau Cruise Port Welcomes a Record Six Ships on Back to Back Days

One popular cruise port is breaking records and that’s great news for the industry. Nassau Cruise Port saw a record six ships in port both December 5th and December 6th, bringing tens of thousands of guests to the port city. Calls to Nassau even included two of the largest ships in the

As Skippered Yachts Head Mainstream, Dream Yacht Worldwide Eyes a Bigger Market

It’s time for the charter yacht sector to move beyond its old base of Sea Dog do-it-yourselfers and reach out to all those travelers looking for a great, unique, private, easy seven-day all-inclusive vacation for as little as $1,500. That’s the thinking behind the rebranding of Dream Yacht Charters

Pearl Harbor

On December 7, 1941, three waves of Japanese aircraft left their base of sea carriers stationed north of Hawaii. The Japanese Imperial General Headquarters ordered the attack to coincide with a declaration of war

A New Year, Filled With New Travel Opportunities

As an owner of a travel media company, I’m fortunate to work with a knowledgeable team, publish great stories, and meet people who give me endless ideas about where to go next. The only challenge: It’s hard to choose. One of my favorite sources of inspiration is AFAR’s annual Where to

December travel strikes are planned in all of these places in Europe

Travel is set to be heavily impacted by industrial action during the busy festive period this year. Rail and aviation unions are threatening strikes throughout December and January across Europe. It's likely to cause disruption as people attempt to get home for the holidays. So where are strikes

The British island stuck in time

The map of the British Isles is a cornucopia of islands, many of which are so transporting and preposterous they almost seem like make-believe. Cradled by the Ardnamurchan peninsula in Scotland, Eilean Shona inspired Peter Pan author JM Barrie to dream up Neverland – tidal Loch

Princess Cruises Is About to Get More Expensive – Here's Why

Princess Cruises has become the latest cruise line to increase the cost of service fees for ship crew as well as raise fees on board for other services. Starting in February, the cruise line will implement its new fee structure that will increase the daily "crew appreciation" charge to $16 per guest in

Have you considered these 10 magical Christmas vacation spots?

Christmas getaways represent a rare opportunity for families who like to travel. Whether your kids are toddlers, teens, or all grown up, you can usually count on some time off from school and work for everyone to gather in one place. And one of the great things about Christmas vacations is they

A Gingerbread Cadillac Highlights The Holiday Fun At This Popular Hotel

The Broadmoor Hotel, a legend since 1865, is once again offering fantastic ways to celebrate the holidays. Holiday events and programs for guests include gingerbread displays, special holiday dining menus, Wassail Tea service, breakfasts with Santa, the Classic Broadmoor Holiday Show

5 Cities In North America That Feel Like You're Visiting Europe

These unique North American cities will make you feel as if you’ve been transported to Europe. Most cities in North America are very new in comparison with their European counterparts, and they lack the Old World charm that can only be found across the Atlantic. In North America, you

8 of the best things to do in San Antonio: get to know this 300-year-old city

One of the oldest urban centers in Texas, San Antonio is packed with impressive landmarks from centuries past. Yet despite the years — the city celebrated its 300th anniversary in 2018 — San Antonio remains firmly rooted in the present with sprawling markets, cutting-edge museums and a

The 10 Most Unique Christmas Markets in Europe

Beloved Christmas traditions were born in Europe, and cities and small towns across the continent come alive every year with the shimmer of tinseled Christmas trees and the twinkle of holiday lights. But there’s no tradition quite as special as Europe’s Christmas markets, where wooden huts

P&O Cruises Will Name Its Newest Ship, Arvia, in Barbados

P&O Cruises has announced that its newest ship, Arvia, will be officially named in a world-first beachside ceremony in Barbados on Thursday, March 16, 2023. The company’s second LNG-powered Excel class ship and sister ship to Iona will join the fleet just before Christmas at the end

Wondering what happened to your favorite Southwest route? Here's what to know

Among the biggest frustrations for longtime Southwest flyers over the past two years has been seeing the airline cut nonstop routes and flight frequencies, often forcing passengers to make a connection they otherwise could have avoided. By the end of next year, that coronavirus

USS Arizona survivor: Honor those killed at Pearl Harbor ahead of remembrance ceremony

USS Arizona sailor Lou Conter lived through the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor even though his battleship exploded and sank after being pierced by aerial bombs. That makes the now 101-year-old somewhat of a celebrity, especially on the anniversary of the Dec. 7, 1941, assault. Many call

The Thirteenth Amendment

On this day in 1865, the Thirteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution became law. The Thirteenth Amendment abolished slavery and involuntary servitude. It was the first amendment to the Constitution in over

You're Probably Throwing Away Money on Travel insurance. Here's Why

Jason and Sandi Naiman booked a rock-n-roll-themed cruise earlier this year. It was their third one. “It’s one of the best weeks of my life, going on the rock-n-roll cruises, music on the water, it’s wonderful,” said Mr. Naiman. The couple also paid $1,000 for travel insurance, concerned that

How to Help Protect Yourself During Holiday Travel

Of course, the holidays can be a time of great joy and love, but let’s face it: they can also be a time of great…sickness. Between squeezing in all of the festivus parties, staying out too late at said holiday parties, and, oh yeah, traveling all over the place to hang out with your friends and

Taiwan's 'living hell' traffic is a tourism problem, say critics

It's been nearly two months since Taiwan lifted its entry restrictions and ended mandatory quarantine, allowing most international tourists to visit the island. The government has since vowed to boost its tourism offerings and attract 10 million international visitors by 2025 after

How to Survive Travel With Tweens & Teens

When kids are little, traveling involves a lot of gear, distractions to keep them from crying on airplanes, and baggies full of Cheerios. Parents of young children might think that traveling gets easier when their kids get older. To some extent that’s true, but a whole different set of

The Real ID Deadline Has Been Extended Yet Again

As of last week, air travelers were going to need a Real ID—which will be required for boarding all domestic flights—by May 3, 2023. But the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) on Monday announced that it won’t enforce the Real ID requirement for another two full years, with a new

France Bans Certain Domestic Flights Where There's a Train Route Available— Here's What You Need to Know

Select domestic flights throughout France will now be banned if there is an existing train alternative, paving the way to cut down on carbon emissions in a decision that was approved by the European Commission last week. The ban will apply to routes when there is a train available

Have you considered these 10 magical Christmas vacation spots?

Christmas getaways represent a rare opportunity for families who like to travel. Whether your kids are toddlers, teens, or all grown up, you can usually count on some time off from school and work for everyone to gather in one place. And one of the great things about Christmas vacations is they

5 Life-Sized Ice Castles You Can Visit In The U.S. This Winter

Looking for a dazzling winter experience this year? Check out the ice castles in Minnesota, New Hampshire, New York, Wisconsin, and Utah. These are not your ordinary holiday attractions. You can actually walk through them for an immersive experience in a glittering fairy tale castle

Top 7 Romantic Hotels In Los Angeles This Winter

With its sunny beaches and celebrity homes, Los Angeles has long been a beloved vacation destination. It’s also the perfect choice for a romantic getaway. If you’re looking to plan such a trip with your partner, here are seven romantic hotels to consider staying at this winter

The Lonely Planet guide to Mardi Gras

It's colorful, chaotic and deeply engrained in the soul of New Orleans. Mardi Gras is undoubtedly the city's most epic event. So how do you make the most of your time at this iconic festival? Here's everything you need to know about doing Mardi Gras right

Here's What We Know About North Sentinel Island (& Its People)

Located in the Bay of Bengal, off the northwest coast of Indonesia, is a small series of islands surrounded by crystal-clear water. Humans have been exploring the Indian archipelago, which consists of 572 islands, for ages. North Sentinel Island is still shrouded in mystery, even though

Another major cruise line to sharply hike onboard fees

Are you booked on a Princess Cruises voyage in 2023? Brace yourself for sharply higher daily fees. In the coming weeks, the world's fifth-largest cruise line plans to hike the automatic gratuity fee it charges passengers by more than 10% to $16 per person per day for those staying in most cabins

Nassau's New $300 Million Cruise Port Has a Grand Opening Date

Nassau, Bahamas’ redesigned and expanded cruise port officially has a grand opening date, nearly four years after construction began in 2019. According to the Bahamas’ Eyewitness News, Prime Minister Philip Davis recently toured the nearly-complete facilities, after which Nassau Cruise Port’s

MSC Seascape Arrives in NYC for Naming Ceremony

MSC Cruises’ latest fleet MSC Seascape has officially arrived at the Manhattan Cruise Terminal in New York City! The ship will have her traditional maritime Naming Ceremony on the evening of December 7, 2022, to wish her good luck for her future sailings and officially name Sophia Loren

Berlin's beloved (and loathed) local dialect

It was the height of the Covid-19 pandemic when a message came through to my Berlin apartment building's WhatsApp group. It was a video from our neighbour, filming his feet – complete with black socks slipped into a pair of Adidas sandals – as he stomped on a couple of

10 Fastest Trains In The World

Trains have been in existence for generations, and it does not appear that this will change any time soon. Trains, on the other hand, have evolved alongside technological advancements. Some trains may travel at speeds of up to 400 miles per hour (600 kilometers per hour) nowadays! This

I stayed in the most expensive room at a Vegas budget hotel — here's how it went

Las Vegas is full of luxurious, even extravagant, hotel rooms and suites. However, most of these accommodations come with hefty price tags that sometimes total tens of thousands of dollars. What do you do when you want to live like a high roller but don’t have a stack of cash at your

The End of Prohibition

The Eighteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution was passed in 1919, over the veto of President Woodrow Wilson. Under pressure from religious and other temperance groups, the manufacture and consumption of

Christmas vacations: 15 of the best places to go for holiday spirit

Anyplace can put up a few lights and call it a holiday celebration, but travelers who really love Christmas want more. Many places have plans to return to a livelier season after two years of subdued or canceled festivities because of the Covid-19 pandemic. From Finland to Mexico, these

11 ways that Southwest is trying to improve the travel experience in 2023

Southwest Airlines has some lofty goals for 2023. From a rearranged boarding process to upgraded Wi-Fi connectivity, the Southwest travel experience will be getting some big updates in the coming months. The Dallas-based airline shared a slew of updates at a recent media event at

This Beautiful Mediterranean Country Has Dropped All Travel Requirements Reopening For Normal Tourism

Nearly three years after it first shut its borders due to the pandemic, the beautiful Mediterranean country of Tunisia has dropped all travel requirements, allowing for normal tourism to resume. From this week, Americans, as well as any other foreigners on a short-term visit, will no longer be

Top 8 Romantic Hotels On Big Island, Hawaii

The big island of Hawaii is the perfect choice for a romantic getaway. You and your partner can look forward to gorgeous black sand beaches, sparkling waters, and of course plenty of sunny and warm weather. If you’re looking to plan such a trip, here are seven romantic hotels that won’t

He sat down on a bench at the airport. Then his future husband sat down next to him

James Sanford was sitting on a bench at Punta Cana International Airport in the Dominican Republic, waiting for his bag to appear on the luggage carousel. It was August 2013, and Atlanta-based James, then in his late 20s, was in the Dominican Republic with his best friend to attend

Airlines Still Have Dress Codes for Passengers. Why?

“I remember when passengers dressed up for business/first class.” It was a comment, this time in a travel Facebook group where people easily drop tens of thousands of dollars or millions of frequent flier miles, about my attire. I was on the last leg of a five-day whirlwind trip that took me

Didn't board your cruise in time? Here's what to do

Melissa Boursiquot's luck changed halfway through her trip to Florida. On her way to take a cruise for her mom's birthday in 2019, the pair boarded their flight from New York just in time. But when they got to Miami for their Carnival Cruise Line sailing, the now 30-year-old digital marketing

Two Big Stargazing Events Close Out the Year — Why You Don’t Want To Miss Them

December is a favorite month for many stargazers. After all, cold air isn’t hazy like warmer, humid air so it’s easier to see stars and planets. Plus, as the nights get dark earlier, there’s more time for stargazing. This December also offers two more reasons for stargazers to rejoice. First, on

10 London Restaurants for the Ultimate Literary-Inspired Food Tour

Walk in the footsteps of these literary greats by dining at the favorite restaurants of England’s famous authors. If any international city could lay claim to having the richest literary history, it would surely be London. World-famous wordsmiths have called the English capital home for

Shaniko: Visiting What Is Possibly Oregon's Coolest Ghost Town

In America, every worthwhile road trip includes at least one stop in a ghost town. When visited at night or on foggy days, the deserted towns of the Old West can be scary or even terrifying. They are frequently cloaked in mystery. Every community has a fascinating tale to share. When people

United to open new pilot bases for 1st time in more than 20 years, adding Las Vegas and Orlando

United Airlines is slated to open new pilot bases in Orlando and Las Vegas in May 2023, according to a memo sent to crews Wednesday. Airline Weekly, which obtained a copy of the memo, first reported this development. The changes will see the Chicago-based carrier open a pilot base for

Taking Back the Mountains

Last winter, skiers and snowboarders at Mt. Sunapee, a state-owned New Hampshire ski resort that is operated by Vail Resorts, got so sick of the long lift lines and overcrowded parking lots that they took a drastic step: They called in the governor. Gov. Chris Sununu, who ran a ski area before

Here’s How Americans Spent Their Money on Travel in 2022

2022 was a banner year for travel. Many people made up for the time they lost the previous couple of years due to the pandemic and took big trips, even bucket list trips that they had been saving or had to put off due to travel restrictions. According to CNBC, international trips were big

La Guardia Airport Opens

New York City's La Guardia Airport opened on this day in 1938. Celebrating its 84th birthday today, La Guardia is located in Queens County on Long Island in New York City. Originally named Glenn H. Curtiss Airport, the

Air Canada launches North America's only nonstop flight to Bangkok

For the first time in 10 years, there's now a nonstop flight between North America and the capital of one of the world's most popular tourist destinations, Thailand. On December 1 at 11 p.m. local time, Air Canada flight AC65 took off from Vancouver International Airport to begin the 15-hour

The Ultimate Travel Guide To Exploring Syracuse, New York Like A Local

Syracuse New York sits in a rather central location in Upstate New York. Known as a university city, Syracuse is a fairly well-known city in many circles. With excellent college sports, the university has brought a lot of attention to the city, but that isn’t all that it has to offer travelers. With its lovely

The Best Cruise Lines For Every Type Of Traveler In 2023

Cruise travel is on the rise in 2023. Despite being forced to halt operations in 2020 because of government restrictions, cruise travel is back to normal now, and it’s poised to continue growing in 2023. Many cruise lines have dropped all travel restrictions, including vaccine, testing, and mask

Luxury hotels with a front row to history

Hotels offer us the chance to check out of our daily lives into something more glamorous and exhilarating, to wrap ourselves in the drama and allure of past guests and events. While many hotels have rich and varied stories behind every door, there are a few around the world that stand

The Floating Mountain: Japan's most remote ski destination

Buffeted by wild winds and blanketed in deep powdery snow throughout winter, the remote island of Rishiri off Japan's north-western tip is a self-powered skier's paradise. "It's pretty much always windy here," explained Toshiya Watanabe, sitting in the living room of his guesthouse after dinner

JFK's New American Airlines and British Airways Lounges Are Now Open. Here's What Travelers Can Expect.

As of December 1, American Airlines and British Airways passengers have a new hub in New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Qualifying travelers can now access American Airlines and British Airways’ new co-located lounges—Chelsea Lounge, Soho Lounge, and Greenwich

This Iconic French Food Was Just Granted UNESCO World Heritage Status

While a baguette may be just another loaf of bread to some, to UNESCO, it's now a cultural icon. In late November, experts from UNESCO met to decide if the distinctive French bread deserved a spot on its list of intangible cultural heritage elements, which should be preserved for generations

These Sacred Native Lands in Southern Nevada Could Become the U.S.'s Newest National Monument

There’s a quiet kind of magic on the southern tip of Nevada along the California border. It’s a place where some of the world's largest and oldest Joshua tree forests shine by day, giving way to canvasing dark skies by night, and where desert tortoises thrive alongside bighorn sheep, golden

10 best hotels and resorts for festive Christmas getaways this year

The holidays are just around the corner, and whether you’re looking to spend a few days in the snow, lounge by the beach, or browse colorful Christmas markets, many of the best hotels for Christmas are already stringing up lights and decking the halls to create a magical holiday

Experts: It's safer to leave your phone in airplane mode when you fly

When Gila Drazen flies, she typically forgets or otherwise neglects to put her phone in airplane mode. "It’s laziness. It’s just plain, laziness," she told USA TODAY. Drazen is hardly alone. Although it's not a well-studied question, a 2017 survey by Allianz Global Assistance found that about 40%

20 free things to do in New Orleans to keep the good times going

New Orleans is a good value-for-money city, and not just because the drinks are cheap. The city that gave the USA carnival season is itself a sort of perpetual carnival, a place where spectacle and performances are constantly on offer to even the casual visitor – all at little to no cost. These are

Best Beach Towns in Florida to Visit During the Winter

Here’s the thing about Florida: You visit time and again, and you’re quite sure you know the state and its glorious sandy stretches and the best beach towns in Florida pretty well. But there’s always a surprise waiting for those who stray from the classic Panama City–Orlando–Miami–Key West

P&O Cruises Arvia shore excursions

P&O Cruises has revealed a series of new Caribbean shore excursions that will only be available to passengers sailing on new ship Arvia, debuting in 25 days on December 23, 2022. Electric scooter tours in St Lucia, five-star all-inclusive beach resort access in the Dominican Republic and craft

Airbus reveals plans for hydrogen fuel cell aircraft

Airbus has announced it is developing a hydrogen-powered fuel cell engine -- and that it plans to test it on the largest commercial airplane ever to take to the skies. The French aviation giant revealed at Airbus Summit 2022 on November 30 that it will mount the engine between the wings

How a Mother-Daughter Trip to Riviera Nayarit Reignited My Love for Travel

On a warm, breezy afternoon in November, I sat cross-legged on a wooden bench outside of the temazcal dome at Naviva, the first luxury tented camp in Punta Mita. In my cream bikini, I felt prepared for what was to come: an ancient sweat lodge ceremony I have done around 20 times

The Best Places to Travel in 2023

It’s our favorite time of year: the Where to Go season, when AFAR reveals our list of the ultimate places to travel in the coming year. How to choose? Our editorial team reached out to writers, reporters, and correspondents around the world and curated 12 global destinations for 2023 that

It Will Be More Difficult to Get Into Delta Sky Clubs in 2023 — Here’s What You Need to Know

Delta Air Lines just announced big changes for customers looking for Sky Club access in 2023. Beginning Jan. 1, memberships for the lounges will only be for Medallion members and fees will increase the airline shared with Travel + Leisure on Wednesday. The cost for an annual

20 hotels and inns with amazing holiday decor and light displays

One of the joys of traveling throughout the holiday season is seeing the spectacular lights and decorations at hotels and resorts. Many even choose to go all out in ways that are unique to the destination or that specific hotel. We’ve rounded up 20 special spots to stay that are sure to inspire

This State Now Has Free All-Terrain Wheelchairs At All Of Its State Parks — How You Can Reserve One

It’s now possible for more people to get out and enjoy state parks in Georgia. The Georgia Department of Natural Resources has partnered with the Aimee Copeland Foundation to provide free, high mobility all-terrain track wheelchairs at 10 state parks, historic sites, and a wildlife

EU Issues Warning For American Travelers About Fake ETIAS Travel Permit Websites

Amid preparations for the launch of its new ETIAS travel permit, set to come into effect next year, the European Union (EU) has issued a warning for Americans about fake websites claiming to participate in the application process or even encouraging travelers to submit their personal

6 great US winter resorts you can enjoy even if you hate skiing

The idea of skiing terrifies you. But you don’t want to miss out when your friends recount their adventures on the slopes. We’re here for you. We understand why you might not be into the idea of hurtling yourself down the side of a slippery and snowy mountain with nothing for support other

This Old Railroad Hiking Trail Might Lead To The Best Views Of Lake Mead Yet

It’s not difficult to get a stunning view of Lake Mead in Nevada and see a piece of history close-up thanks to the Historic Railroad Trail. Formerly a part of the Hoover Dam Railroad, it was repurposed into a walking trail decades ago and is now one of the most popular ways to see Lake

Always wanted to own a giant cruise ship? Here's your chance

Call it the ultimate holiday gift for the cruising fanatic, whether that be you, your spouse or a good friend. In a relatively unusual occurrence, one of the world's newest and largest cruise ships, the 150,695-ton World Dream, will be auctioned off to the highest bidder at a sheriff's sale on Dec. 21

Top 14 things to do in The Bahamas

With its turquoise waters, pillowy sand beaches and laid-back island attitude, everything really does seem better in The Bahamas. With 16 major islands and 259,000 sq km (100,000 sq miles) of some of the world’s clearest water, there’s no shortage of island adventuring to be had

Disney Celebrates 25 Years at Sea with Special Sailings in 2023

Disney Cruise Line has been sailing families around the world on enchanting cruise ships for 25 years. To mark the quarter-century achievement Disney has announced special sailings, new entertainment, and “celebratory experiences to select summer sailings”. The “Silver Anniversary at

The Last TWA Flight

On this day in 2001, Trans World Airlines Flight 220 landed in St. Louis International Airport, ending 71 years of TWA operations. TWA’s assets were purchased by American Airlines. Flight 220 was piloted by Captain Bill

Europe's Best Christmas Markets According to TikTokers

From traditional decorations to wooden stalls and delicious food and drinks, the Christmas markets in Europe are a perfect place to be visited during this holiday season. Christmas markets are found all over Europe, in large and small towns. Nonetheless, only some of the best ones have made the

Here's a Huge Advantage to Taking Women-Only Tours

Traveling as part of a group tour has plenty of upsides: the itinerary is set, the logistics have been arranged, and the participants tend to be like-minded travelers with whom it’s possible to socialize and form friendships. A women-only group tour (or a men-only tour, for that matter) comes with

Holland America Details Cruise Resumption Schedule For Japan

For the first time in two and a half years, cruising will be resuming in Japan. On November 15th, the government of Japan announced that it has opened up to international cruise ships again. In light of that news, Holland America’s ship Westerdam is gearing up for a series of voyages next

American Airlines restores free 24-hour hold option

American Airlines confirmed to TPG that the carrier's generous 24-hour hold policy is officially back in place. Some customers found the option unavailable while American ran a series of tests to determine whether it was worth keeping. These randomized tests began in September but the Fort

Where are the Maldives? Details you need to know about the destination island.

Whether a family vacation, honeymoon or a solo adventure, visiting the Maldives is on most people’s bucket list. Picture-perfect waters, sandy beaches and exotic villas all come to mind while imagining the Maldives. The scenic beauty of the Maldives can be experienced to its fullest extent

Mark Twain

On this day in 1835, Samuel Langhorne Clemens was born in the small town of Florida, Missouri. Better known by his pseudonym, Mark Twain, the writer proved to be one of the true originals of American literature

The best of Bali: What it's like to visit now

Like most major tourism hotspots around the world, Bali suffered vast economic turmoil during the Covid-19 pandemic. From more than 500,000 foreign visitors each month, arrivals slumped to double figures and tourism workers had no option but to try to eke a subsistence in the

Sir Ralulph Fiennes' life in travel

I live in Exmoor in the Southwest of England and traveled to Oxford yesterday to deliver a lecture to 900 people on competitive expeditions. I’m always moving around, and I love giving lectures. I am on tour into next year with my own show, Living Dangerously – I have 90 towns

Travel Warning Issued For Dominican Republic, But Should You Be Worried?

The U.S. Embassy in the Dominican Republic recently released a warning for Americans traveling to the popular Caribbean destination. As has been the case in many destinations this year, the country has been setting tourism records, further solidifying its place in Americans’

The Travel Industry Has Ambitious Climate Goals. How Will It Meet Them?

An entire country in the Pacific is uploading itself to the metaverse. Tuvalu, a low-lying South Pacific island nation midway between Hawaii and Australia, could be the world’s first digital country—the first to move its land, landmarks, and culture to the cloud while some 12,000 of

Cruise Critic names the best cruise ships of 2022

The best new cruise ship of 2022 holds 3,099 guests and 1,506 crew. A 24-hour butler serves its most luxurious suites, and there's a three-level race track and slides that are 10-stories tall. The award goes to Norwegian Prima, named the best new ship in the Ocean category of the

Everything You Need to Know About 2023 Mardi Gras in New Orleans

During Mardi Gras, at least 1 million visitors take to the streets of New Orleans to participate in the city’s iconic Fat Tuesday parades and festivities. The annual celebration of excess and indulgence is observed everywhere from Rio de Janeiro to Venice, but New Orleans’s unique

When the most important place to be is together, these family reunion destinations deliver

Scenic Gatlinburg, Tennessee is a popular vacation destination all year round, but not one Christina Miltsch might have picked on her own. "I'm a beach girl," she smiled. "But my aunt put this all together. She worked her whole life and said, 'I really want to do a family reunion.'

These Cruise Lines Are Requiring Passengers To Wear Masks Again – All The Details

As Australia sees a rise in COVID-19 cases, policies are changing once again to try and prevent the spread of the virus. Johns Hopkins Coronavirus Resource Center shows the 7-day average of COVID-19 cases increased from 11,124 cases on November 20 to 19,490 cases on

Thanksgiving travel was not a fiasco. Is it a good sign for Christmas?

Until the weather turned Sunday, airlines celebrated a long Thanksgiving travel period of smooth sailing. Even as delays mounted on the busiest day for air travel since the start of the pandemic, the number of canceled flights remained low, leaving carriers with bragging rights

Eat comfort food in Indiana, the state with a "weird proclivity for cafeterias"

I’ve never forgotten the lineup of pies at Gray Brothers Cafeteria in Mooresville, Indiana, 10 miles south of Indianapolis International Airport. As a child growing up in nearby Bloomington, an excursion to Gray Brothers, where there’s always pie for dessert, was an extra special treat

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Room service is one of the ultimate luxuries that accompanies a stay in a fancy hotel. A perfectly done omelet with crispy hash browns after a restful sleep or a juicy cheeseburger ordered just before the kitchen closes after a long flight can be a welcome indulgence to perk

These Are The 10 Best Tampa All-Inclusive Resorts To Book For Your Next Vacation

Travelers looking to experience the best of Tampa, Florida, this winter will have a fun and relaxing stay at these all-inclusive resorts. There is a great mix of options in Tampa and surrounding areas, catering to travelers who want ocean views, access to the East Coast's

Icelandair adds Detroit as newest US route

Icelandair is adding Motor City to its growing list of U.S. routes. The national carrier of Iceland will offer seasonal flights from Detroit to Reykjavik starting May 18, 2023. These six-hour, nonstop flights will go out of Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) four times a

Cunard Reveals 2024 to Early 2025 Schedule, Including Voyages on New Ship Queen Anne

Cunard’s new vessel Queen Anne will sail her maiden season in the Norwegian fjords, Scandinavia, the British Isles, and the Mediterranean. Voyages will range from two to 19 nights, and the season will include 62 maiden port calls with six overnight visits and 14 late

American Cruise Lines Sails into 2023: 3 New Ships, 10 New Itineraries, 21 New Ports and 17 Small Ships Exploring Both U.S. Coasts & All the Rivers In-Between

GUILFORD, CT—November 29, 2022—American Cruise Lines announces 3 new small ships, 10 new itineraries, and 21 new ports for the 2023-2024 season ahead. The company has just published a brand new 2023-2024

The Zong Massacre

On November 29, 1781, the crew of a British slave ship, The Zong, murdered 133 African slaves bound for Jamaica by dumping them overboard into the sea to claim insurance. The ship's first mate stood his

Booking Strategies to Lock In Favorable Exchange Rates and Prices; Book International Vacations Early

Portland, OR, November 21, 2022 – While pent-up demand for travel is increasing prices generally, the current strength of the US dollar vs the British pound and the Euro means advisors can lock in those favorable

A quintessentially Irish way to travel

Cycling The Bog Road through Roundstone Bog in Connemara, County Galway, I met more sheep than cars as the free-range animals wandered across both the road and the spongy landscape. I stopped and stepped off the road to take a photo, and mud oozed around my

Hoping to beat the tourist crowd on your trip to Japan? That ship has sailed

I thought I managed to beat the tourist crowds on my recent trip to Japan. On my first night in Osaka, I managed to get a picture with the famed Glico sign without anyone else in the background. But perhaps I should’ve chalked it up to the fact that it was a Monday night. I

5 Ways a Travel Expert Can Make Your Honeymoon Amazing

Katie Reisert knew she wanted her honeymoon to South Africa and Mozambique to be epic. “I haven’t taken a two-week vacation since I started working,” says the New York City–based publicist. But the self-proclaimed “huge planner and researcher,” who got married in 2019

How Hydrogen-Powered Passenger Trains Are Transforming Rail Travel

Travel by train—already one of the most eco-friendly ways to get around—now has the potential to be even greener. In August, the world’s first fleet of hydrogen-powered passenger trains debuted outside of Hamburg, Germany. Manufactured by French mobility company

Top 8 Hotels In Phoenix, Arizona This Winter

Phoenix, Arizona is an excellent place to visit in the colder months thanks to its relatively warm winters offering a comfortable escape from the colder temperatures found in many other places. If you’re looking to plan a trip to the city, deciding where to stay will no doubt be an

The Most Endangered UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and What You Can Do About It

The Taj Mahal, Cinque Terre, Yellowstone National Park—you’re bound to see some familiar places on the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage List. The list includes 1,154 natural and cultural sights of significance from 194

Southwest flight makes emergency landing after passenger assaulted; other passenger in custody

A Southwest flight from Hobby Airport bound for Ohio had to make an emergency landing in Arkansas because of an unruly passenger who authorities say seriously injured someone on board. Flight 192, traveling from Houston to Columbus on Saturday, diverted to Little Rock

15 Fantastic Ways To Celebrate The Holidays In The Florida Keys

The Florida Keys has its own unique lifestyle, so it’s only fitting that the holidays in the Keys are just as original. America’s southernmost city has dozens of ways to celebrate the season, but don’t forget about the 125-mile island chain with celebrations along the way. From winter

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Paris offers the chance to engage with culture past and present like no other city on earth. By some estimates, the French capital has more than 120 museums of various sizes within its city limits. This means there’s always a new exhibit or unexplored collection to check out, whether

Is There a ‘Right Time’ for Booking a Hotel Room to Get the Best Rate? (Short Answer: Yes)

Many travelers have experienced the frustration of booking a hotel at a rate that they feel is reasonable, only to see a lower rate advertised by the same hotel—for the same dates and room category—after they book. Like most travel companies, hotels price their product on a

10 Things To Do At Park City Mountain Resort Besides Skiing

Visiting a ski resort is the perfect winter getaway for individuals, couples, and families. There is something so magical about being surrounded by pine trees, glistening snow, and clear blue skies. Some travelers venture to Vermont ski resorts for a lovely weekend trip, while others

The top suites on this super-swanky new cruise ship will cost $9,000 a night

Would you pay $9,000 a night for a cruise on a ship that hasn't even debuted yet? A new luxury line launching in 2023 is betting on it. Explora Journeys, a new luxury cruise brand, has set the fares for its upcoming sailings, and they are sky-high in some cases. On some voyages

MSC Seascape To Feature First Timevallée Boutique At Sea

MSC Cruises is adding to its high-end retail selection on board with a new catalog of luxury brands in partnership with TimeVallée. The two Geneva-based companies are adding a touch of Swiss to the seas, highlighting the style and refinement Switzerland is known for. The

Launch of the Mariner 4

On this day in 1964, NASA launched the Mariner 4, the fourth spacecraft in a series developed to explore other planets using flyby technology. The Mariner 4 was the first in the group to successfully complete a flyby and

More than 4,000 flights were delayed as holiday travel spikes in the U.S.

Thousands of flights were delayed — and a number of others canceled — across airports in the United States on one of the busiest travel days of the year. More than 4,200 flights were delayed and another 109 canceled as of Sunday afternoon, according to FlightAware, with

My 5 Favorite European Destinations For Solo Female Travelers

When I first started traveling, nearly 30 years ago, I went alone. Simply because I couldn’t find anyone to come with me. I was 21 years old when I took that first adventure overseas alone. However, over the years I’ve become fond of solo travel, and despite now having people

Lisbon and Mexico City are on travelers’ wish lists for 2023: These are the top 10 trending vacation destinations

In November, American Express Travel published its 2023 Trending Destinations list. It was compiled using the number of global American Express Card Member travel reservations made between 2019 to 2022. According to American Express Travel, 70% of respondents say they

What kind of travel insurance do I need for my holiday trip?

Before Stefan Mitrovic booked his holiday flight from San Francisco to Miami, he asked: Do I need travel insurance? And that's when he remembered his luggage. "I'm taking some valuable Christmas presents with me," said Mitrovic, who runs an internet consultancy in Los

Satay and sambal: 12 foods every Indonesia visitor should try

As the world's largest archipelagic nation, Indonesia is filled with different cultures and influences spread out over 1,904,569 square kilometers (735,358 square miles). This makes it a huge challenge to try to summarize the flavors of the country in just a few paragraphs

Kick back and relax at the 10 best brewpubs across the country

What's better than a craft brewery? A craft brewery with an on-site bar where patrons can sit back, relax and enjoy a cold one. These 10 brewpubs, voted as the top in the nation by 10Best readers, serve their own house beers, often alongside guest taps and a menu of tasty food

Hilton And Hallmark Team Up To Create Amazing, Cozy Christmas Suites — Take A Look Inside

Anybody who loves Hallmark movies, Christmas, and staying in a suite at a Hilton Hotel is going to be excited about this new partnership. Millions of viewers tune in to Hallmark Channel and Hallmark Movies & Mysteries each year to watch the “Countdown to Christmas” movies

When to visit the Caribbean

Is there ever a bad time for a Caribbean vacation? Aside from the threat of heavy rains during hurricane season, the region is generally blessed with consistently tropical temperatures, clear yet impossibly blue seas, infinite stretches of white sand, verdant rain forests and flavorful

One Day In Manitou Springs: How To See The Best Of This Small Town

There are many fantastic places to visit for a weekend trip in Colorado. Many top tourist destinations are mountain villages, which provide a little piece of heaven for city dwellers. Denver, on the other hand, is a fantastic getaway if tourists enjoy culture or shopping

OneSpaWorld Renews Partnership with Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Brands

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings, Oceania Cruises, and Regent Seven Seas cruisers, get ready for all things self-care! OneSpaWorld, the worldwide provider of wellness, beauty, and rejuvenation at sea and on land, has recently announced its newest partnership with

Two more iconic cruise ships from the 1990s head to the scrappers

Two vessels that helped transform the Norwegian Cruise Line fleet into a major travel brand have made their final journey. The 1,750-passenger SuperStar Gemini and 1,750-passenger SuperStar Aquarius, which Norwegian fans will remember as Norwegian Dream and Norwegian

The Hollywood Ten

On November 25th, 1947, a group of Hollywood studio executives blacklisted and banned 10 individuals from employment for suspected Communist sympathies. The prior day, the Congress of the United States

Should Americans Be Concerned About U.S. Travel Alerts For Mexico?

The U.S. Department of State is currently recommending against travel to six states in Mexico, giving them a Level Four – Do Not Travel travel advisory. Seven additional states in Mexico have been given a Level Three – Reconsider Travel warning. These travel advisories may give

Post-pandemic travelers visited these 10 countries the most in 2022

It’s almost time to start planning your 2023 travel, and a good place to start might be with the most visited countries of 2022. Flight ticket database company, ForwardKeys, published its annual report ranking the top countries based on the amount that tourism has increased since

Spain's new high-speed trains make it Europe's rail capital

What could be better than one wide-ranging high-speed rail network? Three or four competing ones, which look set to not only improve travelers' options but also (hopefully) drive prices down. Friday saw the launch of iryo -- the latest company to enter Spain's fast train market

Net-zero hotels: 6 top stays for travelers who prioritize sustainability

As we wrap up the final months of 2022 and look ahead to a new year, there's a buzz phrase that's gaining steam in the world of sustainable travel: net-zero hotels. In other words, accommodations that are powered entirely by renewable energy sources. As big hotel groups

Here are the documents and costs to keep in mind when planning a cruise

As I made plans this summer to take a cruise, I worked my way through my pre-travel checklist. I booked my flights, researched ground transportation options and selected a hotel for the night before boarding. But I had yet to tick one important box: renewing my expired

This Lakefront Boutique Hotel Gives Guests Easy Access to Austin Highlights

One of the latest additions to Austin’s boutique hotel scene, the Loren at Lady Bird Lake opened in October 2022 on the edge of Butler Park, a roughly 30-acre, metropolitan green space located in the heart of downtown Austin. The hotel’s dreamy setting, offering

Popular Grand Canyon Spot With 'Offensive' Name Now Honors the Havasupai Tribe

A popular spot in Grand Canyon National Park has been renamed to honor the Havasupai Tribe. The spot, formerly known as the Indian Garden, will now be called Havasupai Gardens, according to the National Park Service. The change was made after the U.S. Board of

The Unique Holiday Experience That Lights Up The Arizona Desert

As dusk approaches, the glow of the candles magnifies along the paths. The sound of music wafts through the air from various parts of the garden. Las Noches de Las Luminarias marks the beginning of another holiday season. At multiple locations throughout the Desert Botanical

Some travelers take virus precautions as Thanksgiving travel rush resumes

As the busiest holiday travel season in years gets into full swing, some travelers said protecting themselves from rising cases of COVID-19, flu and RSV is a priority. At Oakland International Airport, roughly 170,000 people are expected to travel through between

Goway Updates Hawaiian Travel Packages in Time for Winter

TORONTO, ON - Goway has refurbished its Hawaiian travel packages to cater to the wide interests of the modern traveller. Hawaii is an ideal winter getaway and travellers can now enjoy more intimate travel

When to visit the Caribbean

Is there ever a bad time for a Caribbean vacation? Aside from the threat of heavy rains during hurricane season, the region is generally blessed with consistently tropical temperatures, clear yet impossibly blue seas, infinite stretches of white sand, verdant rain forests and flavorful

Breeze Through Airport Security With This New Spot-Saver Program

If you ask any frequent traveler to recommend a tip that makes navigating the airport a breeze, chances are they will vehemently suggest a trusted traveler program like “CLEAR” or “TSA Pre-Check.” These services allow travelers to move through security checkpoints in a

This Mount Washington Hotel Is New England's Most Haunted (Here's Why)

For any travelers interested in getting a taste of the supernatural, then the Mount Washington Hotel in New Hampshire should be high on their bucket list. In operation for over a century, this New Hampshire hotel is infamous for being haunted. Countless people have claimed to

Need a little Christmas? 8 places that feel like a holiday movie

When I wrote my first Hallmark movie, "Christmas Camp," it was inspired by several charming towns I’d visited doing my "Travel Therapy" TV segments and one magical historic home, the Quartermain House B&B in Fredericton, New Brunswick. As I went on to write more Christmas

Carnival Celebration Arrives in the Caribbean For The First Time

Carnival Cruise Line’s newest Excel-class ship Carnival Celebration arrived in Grand Turk today, marking its first-ever call to a port in the Caribbean. The vessel is currently sailings its inaugural voyage, a six-day Thanksgiving cruise. “It is an honor to bring our new flagship to

Annual Season of Giving Back at The Travel Institute

FRAMINGHAM, MA, November 21, 2022 – The Travel Institute has launched its Season of Giving just in time for the holidays, once again featuring tuition assistance for its most popular training courses for travel

The Birth of Henry McCarty

On this day in 1859, Henry McCarty was born. He would die a short 21 years later, but by that time most know him as William H. Bonney or, perhaps, Billy the Kid. Though he was born in New York City, Bonney

17 Charleston Hotels for a Truly Local Stay

With its antebellum architecture, laid-back beaches, and top-notch dining scene, it’s no wonder Charleston has shot up in popularity over the past decade. The city now attracts everyone from weekenders and groups of girlfriends to road-tripping families and couples

How This NYC Neighborhood Is Working to Become One of America's Greenest Dining Destinations

Although restaurants — especially those in New York City — may not be the most eco-friendly entity, Manhattan neighborhood Nomad is championing ways to serve sustainably and is encouraging others to join. “The restaurant industry is a major contributor to air, water, and

San Blas, Mexico: The holy grail for ecotourists and a birdwatchers' paradise

Long before Puerto Vallarta became a renowned beach destination on Mexico’s Pacific Coast, another community only 90 miles to its north was thriving. This was San Blas. Established in 1767, it was a bustling commercial and naval-shipbuilding hub at the time of Spain's conquest

8 TSA Tips For Thanksgiving Travel You Can Use All Year Long

We’re entering one of the busiest times of the year for travel, which means security lines at the airport will be busy as well. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) says to expect this uptick in travel to continue through November 27th. “We expect to be busier this

Cancun Has The Highest Number Of Clean Beaches In Mexico Despite Overtourism

Cancun is a highly sought-after international destination that sees millions upon millions of tourists arriving all-year round. Its massive popularity would lead you to think the quality of local beaches is decreasing dramatically – after all, more tourists generally result in more

Maui vs Oʻahu: which is the better Hawaiian island to visit?

So you’re made the decision to head to Hawaii. Lucky you. Now comes the hard part: choosing which idyllic island to visit. Among the larger destinations, two finalists will quickly emerge: Oʻahu and Maui. Which of these two stars should you choose for your time in paradise? We’ve

How to Caribbean-Island Hop and Experience 13 Countries

Are you keen on visiting all 13 countries in the Caribbean? There’s an easy way to make that happen. By taking as few as four or five cruises throughout the Caribbean, you’ll be able to check off nearly all the countries. Some of these island nations are part of the U.S. Virgin

These Are The 11 Best All-Inclusive Resorts In The USA

Hotel bills can be stressful sometimes because everything is charged separately. But with all-inclusive resorts, everything, ranging from meals to activities to drinks, is included in one package. And while the United States resorts aren't as recognized as Mexico's or the

Is the era of amazing cruise deals coming to an end?

Are we in the waning days of the era of amazing cruise deals? Some industry watchers are suggesting as much as the cruise industry's rebound from a nearly three-year-long, COVID-19 pandemic-related downturn picks up steam. After a prolonged period that saw some cruise

Singapore Airlines pulls Airbus A380 — and its famous Suites — from JFK

U.S. travelers are about to lose access to one of the most luxurious products in the sky. Singapore Airlines plans to pull its Airbus A380 from its fifth-freedom flight between New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) and Frankfurt (FRA), the airline said Tuesday. It will operate the

Zimbabwe's stunning 80km safari train

We rattled out of Dete Station towards the north-eastern boundary of Zimbabwe's Hwange National Park, an eager dozen – nine tourists, two engineers and one safari guide – en route from Victoria Falls to the Ngamo Plains, an elephant-laden grassland where dwindling acacia

Thanksgiving travel rush kicks into high gear

The eve of Thanksgiving is one of the busiest travel days of the year. AAA predicts that 54.6 million people will travel at least 50 miles from home in the U.S. this week, a 1.5% bump over Thanksgiving last year and only 2% less than in 2019. The auto club says nearly 49 million of

Exploring Santa Monica Pier Makes For A Perfect Day In LA

Los Angeles is one of the best destinations to visit in California. The conurbation of Los Angeles would seem to disappear as visitors reach Santa Monica since it is bound on one flank by hills and the other by the seashore. The seaside hamlet embodies the idyllic Southern

11 Tips for Avoiding Flight Cancellations and Delays (and What to Do When It Happens)

You have the perfect travel day planned, ready to head to a well-deserved vacation or head home to sleep in your own bed when it happens–your flight is canceled or delayed. It happens to every traveler eventually. Many delays are out of your hands, but there is a lot you can do

Thanksgiving Travel Delays Due To Storms And Cancellations: Here’s How To Avoid Them

An estimated 55 million will be traveling this Thanksgiving, and the last thing anyone wants getting in the way of their turkey plans is trip disruptions. AccuWeather’s experts have warned that there are some developing storms across the U.S. that could impact travel around the

Seabourn Celebrates Seabourn Venture's Inaugural Voyage to Antarctica

Seabourn has reached another pivotal moment in the company’s history with Seabourn Venture making its first-ever visit to Antarctica. The line’s first purpose-built expedition vessel, Seabourn Venture marked its maiden voyage to the “Great White Continent” with an official

Blackbeard

On this day in the year 1718, the notorious pirate Blackbeard was killed in battle off the coast of Ocracoke, North Carolina by a crew of British sailors under the authority of the governor of Virginia. Blackbeard, whose

Thanksgiving travel should be less chaotic than summer

Flight chaos over the summer has air travelers on edge as Americans head into what's expected to be the busiest holiday travel season since 2019. By all accounts -- from airlines, industry groups and aviation analysts -- US air carriers are in a much better position than they

India Finally Removes Travel Restrictions, Returning To Normal Tourism

Travelers can now visit India Covid-stress-free! The Indian government announced this Monday that the last pandemic-related travel requirement, the Air Suvidha form, has been removed. International travelers were required to fill out this health declaration form to

The Cool, Wild and Very Remote Andaman Islands

We were stepping carefully through a dripping wet forest at the edge of the beach, at night. Above us, 150-foot-tall trees towered, their canopy blotting out the stars. I could hear bats chittering and waves crashing. The smell of wet leaves cut through the salty air. Our guide

These Wineries Are Rethinking the Napa Valley Tasting Experience

The winery tasting experience is so universal that you often know what to expect before you arrive: a row of glasses; a few pours; perhaps some cheese; a comment or two about aromas or tannins. But it doesn’t have to always be that way. Several wineries in the Napa Valley are

Diamond Princess Sets Sail Once Again in First Journey Since Pandemic

The Diamond Princess, which gained widespread notoriety at the start of the pandemic with a COVID-19 outbreak in Japan, has finally set sail again. The 2,670-guest ship sailed from its new homeport in San Diego on Sunday, Princess Cruises shared with Travel + Leisure. The

The Wild Interiors, Cerulean Blues, and Winding Rivers of Fiji

I was expecting to spend most of my time in Fiji, a nation of more than 300 islands, on or in the water, but I'd mostly been thinking of the ocean. Yet, on a warm morning in May, I found myself deep within the mountainous interior of Fiji's largest island, Viti Levu, roaring in a red

Europe's best budget ski resorts to visit this winter

As every skier knows, there’s something more fearsome than even the iciest cliff face: the cost of a ski trip. On everyone's mind is Europe's looming energy crisis this winter, already impacting ski resorts. Expect prices to increase as energy costs surge, along with trimming

In a Barbie World: 12 Stunning Pink Hotels

There’s just something about a pink hotel that says, “you’re about to have a relaxing vacation.” Maybe that’s because most pink palaces sit in warm, resort-like locations, or maybe it’s because they’re generally stylish, amenity-filled, and thoughtfully designed, but either way

10 Things You Need To Know Before Attending The Macy's Day Thanksgiving Parade

The Macy's Day Thanksgiving Parade is one of the most-watched events on television. Better yet, it's one of the most in-person attended activities not only in New York City but in the entire world. Though the Thanksgiving Parade is not for everyone, it does attract more than

Why I’d rather go hungry than buy food in an airport terminal

As a frequent traveler for both work and leisure, I’ve become pretty good at navigating many of the frustrations people tend to have at airports. I check in online and travel carry on bags only wherever possible to avoid lines at check-in. I always have my liquids already packaged in

A museum 2,300 years in the making

Michael Boulware Moore grew up listening to his grandmother's story about a 23-year-old enslaved man named Robert Smalls, who seized a Confederate ship in the Charleston harbour during the US Civil War and sailed to freedom. He rescued other enslaved people, including his

Fly Atlantic plans transatlantic flights from Belfast International

It aims to fly to the US and Canada, British and European destinations and, once fully operational, plans to fly to 35 destinations. This initial announcement is the first stage in its plans; the next steps will be securing aircraft and a licence. Initially, the airline says it will

Carnival Celebration Christened in Miami

Carnival Cruise Line celebrated the christening of their newest ship, Carnival Celebration, in Miami last night. The cruise ship is launching year-round service from Miami today. “This naming ceremony of our new flagship Carnival Celebration is the perfect culmination of our

Collette launches Black Friday sale: Travelers can save up to 20%

Pawtucket, RI (November 21, 2022) – Collette is excited to announce the launch of its highly anticipated Black Friday sale for 2022. Travelers can save up to 20% if they book between 11/21/22 and 11/29/22. Offer code

Get ready for the most expensive holiday travel season ever

For travelers getting ready to make their first holiday trips since before the pandemic: prepare for sticker shock. Airfares are way up. US gas prices are higher than they’ve ever been at this time of year. Rates for hotel rooms and rental cars have jumped 12% and 46% respectively

The airline passengers getting 'unacceptable' treatment

As most people are excited to get back into the air, travelers with disabilities are finding things rather more difficult. Delays, snafus, even lost and damaged luggage? Welcome to the world of travelers with disabilities, who've been dealing with all this for years. "It's definitely got

Popular TV Shows Are Inspiring More Americans To Travel To These Destinations

Deciding where to travel for your next trip is already overwhelming. With endless countries to choose from and guides listing hundreds of top destinations to check out, how do you narrow it down? Expedia delved into a chunk of its data on upcoming travel trends and was able to

A travel guide to New Zealand ahead of next year's Women's World Cup

While the world’s attention is on the FIFA World Cup for men’s soccer in Qatar right now, we will be watching the Women’s World Cup next year. And while the strength of the reigning world champions, the U.S. Women’s National Team, is sure to draw many U.S. tourists down

Many travelers face higher fares on fuller planes this holiday season

Airlines’ service cuts that ramped up this summer show no sign of relenting this holiday season, leaving more travelers likely to pay higher fares for fuller planes at crowded airports. Service has been slashed in half from pre-pandemic levels at 59 small and regional U.S.

U.S. Government Holds Airlines More Accountable - Here's When You Should Be Refunded

Following the last chaotic couple of years for air travel, the U.S. Government is holding airlines more accountable for their mistreatment of customers. More specifically, the Department of Transportation (DOT) has begun tracking down and punishing every single airline that has

National Geographic Reveals 25 Amazing Places To Travel In 2023

National Geographic has unveiled its annual list of the 25 inspiring destinations for 2023. Nat Geo’s “Best of the World,” is themed around five categories: Family, Adventure, Culture, Nature, and new this year, Community. “We have experienced so many changes and

The Latest Hotel Amenity? A Better Night's Sleep

At the Royal Champagne Hotel & Spa, a wellness resort in the Champagne region of France, when the turn-down staff preps guest rooms for the evening, sometimes they’re not just closing the blinds and placing slippers at the side of the bed (though they do that, too). For a

These 10 cideries were just voted as the best in the United States

The popularity of cider as a beer alternative has exploded in the United States in recent years. According to Statista, there were more than 800 cider makers in the country as of 2018. With so many new makers on the map, 10Best set out to find the absolute best. After a panel of

17 things you need to know before visiting Thailand

Thailand has a deserved reputation as one of the easiest places to travel in Asia. There’s an amazing amount to see, hassles are limited, English-language signs and menus are commonplace and you can get around easily, at almost any time of day or night. However

We Love These 10 Bookstore-Cafes in France

Because books and coffee are a match made in heaven. If we needed further proof that coffee and books are a match made in heaven, just look to Voltaire, who reportedly drank 50 cups of coffee a day. Even in the 18th century, this caused doctors to throw up their hands in horror

Silversea christens Silver Endeavour

Silversea Expeditons' new ship Silver Endeavour was christened November 19 in Antarctica, surrounded by passengers in a flotilla of Zodiacs. Godmother Felicity Aston, the first woman to ski solo across Antarctica, christened Silver Endeavour in the Lemaire Channel with a specially

Bloody Sunday

One of the seminal events in the Irish fight with the UK for independence took place on this day in 1920. The Irish Republican Army's Chief of Intelligence, Michael Collins, devised a plan for the assassination of 35

Travelers sail through Galápagos Islands on yacht during Collette’s ‘Machu Pichu & Galápagos Wonders’ tour

Pawtucket, RI (November 16, 2022) – Collette’s “‘Machu Pichu & Galápagos Wonders’ tour” sees travelers set sail on a four-day yacht voyage through the Galápagos Islands. The tour is one of 40 small group

William Tell

According to legend, on this day in 1307, William Tell was arrested by Hermann Gessler, a local magistrate in Switzerland seeking to enforce Hapsburg rule in the region. Tell had refused to bow to a symbol of

How to Make the Airport Less Stressful This Holiday Season

As the holiday travel season officially kicks off with flight prices trending higher than normal, every step of air travel can seem daunting. So it’s no surprise that passengers are more stressed than ever about flying for Thanksgiving and Christmas. A new study from Kayak

A cold and snowy start to the weekend travel forecast

As millions of Americans gear up to travel during the Thanksgiving holiday week, the forecast calls for rain, snow, blustery winds and cold temperatures this weekend at the beginning of the travel rush. Millions from Minnesota to Maine are expected to see snow this weekend, but rain and thunderstorms will be the main concern across some Southern states.

Thanksgiving travel: The best and worst times to drive to avoid traffic

Despite record-high gas prices, those planning to drive over Thanksgiving should prepare for hectic roads. As typical with Thanksgiving, most travelers will be driving to their destination, causing typical holiday traffic. After missing past holidays due to the pandemic, experts said

Pilot hangs out of cockpit window to retrieve passenger's phone

Accidentally leaving your smartphone behind at home is one thing, but leaving it at an airport shortly before you're about to board a flight is quite another. A Southwest Airlines passenger found themselves in this unfortunate predicament after forgetting their phone in a gate area at

Travel Language Anxiety? Top 10 Foreign Countries Where Locals Speak The Best English

Arguably, the biggest challenge tourists face when traveling to a non-English-speaking country is communication. While immersing oneself in a new culture is a big reason why many people travel. Without a shared language, basic tasks like finding transportation, ordering food, or

A First Look at Newark Airport’s Seriously Upgraded New Terminal A

Anyone who’s flown through New York City recently knows that the city’s airfields are undergoing a massive overhaul—witness LaGuardia’s transformation from ugly duckling into a gleaming 21st-century facility. John F. Kennedy International Airport is also in the midst of a

You Can Now Stay in the Penthouse of this Iconic St. Moritz Palace

There are few residences as legendary as the Tower Penthouse in Badrutt’s Palace, St. Moritz. With 3,400 square feet of space, four bedrooms, and four bathrooms across three stories, plus two terraces offering one of the most impressive views of Switzerland across the

What kind of food is included on a cruise? Here's how to take advantage on your next sailing

During a cruise last month, I indulged nearly every day in a travel luxury I usually reserve only for special occasions: room service. My fare for a Holland America Line sailing from the Netherlands to New York included in-room dining, and I took advantage. I started many

10 of the best restaurants, breweries and bars in Wyoming's capital

Cheyenne is a city of surprises – who knew that Wyoming’s capital has a thriving culinary scene with new additions and old favorites, including a distillery and several craft breweries? If you're looking for some of the best places to eat and drink in Cheyenne, here are 10 spots

The 13 most incredible places to visit in Peru

Touted for its gastronomy, revered for its cultural legacies and marveled for its biodiversity, Peru is a land worthy of multiple visits – how else would you be able to see, taste and do it all? With landscapes ranging from mountains and jungle to sea, Peru has activities and

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Airfare may be up nearly 43% from last year and gas prices are again on the rise, but millions of Americans are still planning to travel to be with family and friends next week for Thanksgiving. About 54.6 million people will travel 50 miles or more from home this

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A slight breeze cut through the balmy heat as I surveyed the ancient city around me. Millions of red bricks formed walkways and wells, with entire neighbourhoods sprawled out in a grid-like fashion. An ancient Buddhist stupa towered over the time-worn streets, with a large

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Summer 2022 is now infamous for being a tough one for travelers. People wanted to get out there again, and although airlines posted record profits, they also canceled a huge number of flights, and nearly a quarter of all trips were delayed by 15 minutes or more. "No one can say

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The airlines landed a beatdown from the feds this summer because of repeated delays, waves of cancellations, and mountains of lost luggage. So, should we expect a sequel for the holidays? We found some signs of airline improvement. But there’s also some drama, and

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Travel is at a record high in Europe, with many destinations welcoming more visitors than at any other time, and the trend shows no signs of stopping any time soon. Travel experts are now advising tourists to book European hotels and flights for summer 2023 soon, or they

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In 2008, the national anthems of both North Korea and the United States resonated throughout the East Pyongyang Grand Theatre — echoing hopes of a thawing relationship between the countries. The curtains have since long closed on these hopes. The historic

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Hundreds of craft breweries open in the United States every year. To find the best new breweries in the country (those that opened in the past four years), 10Best asked a panel of beer experts to nominate their favorites and then invited readers to vote. These are the 10

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The decaying hotel at Miami Beach's historic Deauville Beach Resort, which once played host to everyone from the Beatles to President John F. Kennedy, was imploded Sunday morning after it was declared an unsafe structure. The implosion of the Deauville hotel tower at 6701

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After more than two-and-a-half years, Japan reopened its borders to individual travel on Oct. 11, 2022. Three weeks later, I touched down in the Land of the Rising Sun. After my first visit to Japan in 2016, I fell completely in love with the country. It’s a destination that has the

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A new industry report has revealed the most underrated European travel destinations of 2023. According to a survey conducted by World Travel Market, these are the top destinations that travel industry professionals view as flying under the radar. You won’t find popular European

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Rumeysa Gelgi, the world's tallest living woman, recently boarded an airplane from her home country of Turkey to San Francisco. However, it wasn't just any flight. It was Gelgi's first, and one that highlighted a growing attention to accessibility. Gelgi, 25, stands at 7 feet, 0.7 inches

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We have great news for Air Canada’s customers! The Canadian carrier has recently announced new partnerships that will benefit members of the loyalty program Aeroplan, which is already considered to have one of the best travel reward programs. Through a press release, Air

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Sustainability isn’t just about the environment. Sure, being good to the planet is crucial to ensuring a sustainable future, but so is having a healthy society and political system. Deciding what’s sustainable and what isn’t can, therefore, be very complicated, multifaceted stuff. All of

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Commuters and tourists faced serious travel disruption on Thursday as metro workers in Paris went on strike, with about half of the lines completely closed and most others operating at peak hours only. Though the strike call was widely followed, there was no overcrowding in

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Emily Henkel vividly remembers the first time her late fiancé, Alexander Lofgren, found peace in the outdoors. They had gone camping at one of her favorite spots in Prescott, Arizona. Lying in a hammock, staring up at the sky amid ponderosa pines, she spotted a tear rolling

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Every year, thousands gather in Rockefeller Plaza to watch the lighting of the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree. Even more drive by to see its splendid decorations and gawk at the soaring tree with its crystalline star on top. New York City kicks off the holiday season with the

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As every skier knows, there’s something more fearsome than even the iciest cliff face: the cost of a ski trip. On everyone's mind is Europe's looming energy crisis this winter, already impacting ski resorts. Expect prices to increase as energy costs surge, along with trimming

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Asia has many water towns, cities, and ancient places shaped by inlets, seas, bays, and rivers. They possess invisible waterways, canal networks, majestic oceanside settings, select diving locations, and giant rivers that define their past and future. Such watery backdrops enhance

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This week, Royal Caribbean opened their newest cruise terminal in Galveston, Texas. I had the opportunity to board a cruise ship the day the terminal opened and it was the best embarkation experience I’ve had in over 70 cruises. Royal Caribbean’s new terminal in

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Sailing towards the North Aegean island of Ikaria around dusk, its craggy peaks rising steeply from the narrow strip of rocky shore, I noticed the twinkles of lights from houses were not primarily along the coast, as is the case with most Greek islands, but were predominantly

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Hurricane Nicole snarled Florida travel Wednesday and was set to disrupt flights on Thursday as the storm prompted at least two airports to suspend operations. Orlando International Airport said it would suspend operations from 4 p.m. ET “until circumstances permit operations

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Sustainable travel is about travelling in a way that’s sensitive to the climate and nature emergencies while ensuring that the wellbeing of the places we visit gain long-term benefit from us travelling there. It’s a balancing act between maximising the positives of travel while

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Commuters have been warned not to travel on the Tube after a strike by London Underground workers shut most lines, causing travel chaos. Staff from the Rail, Maritime and Transport union walked out in their sixth 24-hour strike this year in a row over pension changes and job

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Armed with a thick suede falconer’s glove, Deanna Curtis moves Cupid, a barn owl the color of a roasted marshmallow, from his enclosure to a wooden perch. If he’s noticed me (he’s more interested in a bag of game meat tied to Curtis’s hip), he doesn’t seem to care about my

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United Airlines is making it more difficult to earn status in 2023, increasing the flight and mileage requirements to qualify. The airline will increase its current minimum levels to earn status in its MileagePlus Premier program next year, United shared with Travel + Leisure. To

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It may not be as thrilling as flying to the edge of space with Virgin Galactic, but the debut of Virgin Atlantic’s new A330-900neo aircraft, which comes complete with an entirely redesigned Upper Class cabin (as well as premium economy and economy), is not far off it. After a highly

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Major cruise lines have changed their plans due to Tropical Storm Nicole. Carnival Cruise Line's Carnival Liberty ship, which departed Monday on a four-day sailing from Florida's Port Canaveral, skipped a planned visit to Nassau in the Bahamas Tuesday, spending the day at sea

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Experience the winter festival in Niagara Falls like never before. For the 40th anniversary of Niagara Falls’ Winter Festival of Lights, Niagara City Cruises is offering an all-new experience to enjoy the sparkling lights and illuminated falls — from the mist! A special holiday cruise will

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Jordan is a small country largely covered by desert, but the weather is not uniform and varies depending on altitude, location, and season. When choosing the best time to visit Jordan, you’ll need to first decide what’s most important to you. Two of the biggest factors to consider

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This month, the Findhorn eco-village, known as The Park, celebrates its 60th anniversary. In 1962, three recently unemployed hotel managers moved to a caravan park on Scotland’s Moray coast. Despite the sandy ground, they could grow vegetables here, and in a few years

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The Seven Sisters are the highlights of the iconic White Cliffs of Dover in southeastern England. They are in the nearest part of England to France, overlooking the English Channel. There are plenty of hiking opportunities here for visitors, and it can be a day visit from

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Sure, there's plenty of joy to be found sipping espresso outside a Parisian cafe or eating tapas in the heart of Barcelona. But Europe is also full of so many wonderful, underrated places. Whether you want to visit historic, overlooked cities or wild mountain ranges where few

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Futuristic skylines. Centuries-old temples. A backbone of primeval forests that run down to azure-fringed beaches. Welcome to multi-ethnic and multi-faith Malaysia. Learn about the country's colonial turbulent past, explore its expansive rainforests, or gorge on mouth-watering

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The train is just north of Vang Vieng when the sound of a woman crying echoes through the carriage. "I'm sorry," sobs Ying, my seatmate on the journey north from Vientiane to Luang Namtha on Laos' new semi-high-speed railway, tears streaming down her face. "It's just been

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The world is filled with wondrous places, but there are still many far-flung corners of the globe that few people ever get to see. In their forthoming book, Remote Experiences: Extraordinary Travels from North to South, photographer David De Vleeschauwer and travel journalist Debbie

'Secret menu' of Coca-Cola products available at Universal Orlando, Universal Studios Hollywood

Universal Parks & Resorts is offering a "secret menu" of Coca-Cola products for a limited time, according to the company's website. The drinks are available through Nov. 30 on select Coca-Cola Freestyle machines inside Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood, with some

Top 8 Shows To See In Las Vegas This Winter

Las Vegas has long been a popular destination for those looking for a lively, thrilling, and glamorous getaway. From its uniquely themed hotels to flashy nightclubs, it’s no wonder why. Another important part of the Las Vegas experience is catching a show, from their high-flying

When Completed, This Hotel Will Be The Largest In The World

Traditionally, Saudi Arabia is not known as a tourist destination. Many Americans view the country as a bit too conservative for a real vacation adventure. However, it doesn’t mean Saudi Arabia doesn’t have places of interest that vacationers would love to visit. Situated on the

At least 2 cruise ships stuck at sea as Tropical Storm Nicole approaches Florida ports

Several thousand passengers on two cruise ships this week are getting something they probably didn't expect when their cruises began more than a week ago: an extra day on the vessels. Holland America late Tuesday said its 2,668-passenger Rotterdam and 2,104

Americans' 5 Worst Travel Fears And How To Avoid Them

Travel is fun, scary, exhilarating, freeing, and intimidating all at once. It’s no wonder Americans have a list of commonly held fears when it comes to traveling! In particular, 5 specific fears capture the imaginations of Americans, and we’ve broken them down below. According to a

The Berlin Wall

Revolution was in the air, but this time, the sentiment was for the West. On November 9, 1989, after weeks of civil unrest, the East German government announced that its citizens could visit the West without fear

Shore Power Could Be Coming to the Port of Galveston

The Port of Galveston could soon have shore power capability for compatible ships that dock there. The Galveston Wharves, Carnival Corporation, CenterPoint Energy, Royal Caribbean Group, Shell Trading Company, and Texas A&M University at Galveston are working together

The Beer Hall Putsch

On this day in 1923, Adolf Hitler, a leader of the fledgling Nazi Party in Germany, attempted a violent overthrow of the government. In what became known as the Beer Hall Putsch, Hitler, Erich Ludendorff, and

How I Travel: Pete Buttigieg Gets to the Airport Later Than You’d Think

The United States Secretary of Transportation has a clearly preferred mode of transportation. “Planes are always the most magical, ever since I was a little kid,” says Pete Buttigieg, who has worked on infrastructure legislation and a climate action plan since assuming office in

Americans still plan to travel for the holidays but are looking to cut costs

Though the leaves are just beginning to fall in many parts of the country, the holidays are almost upon us. And for people who plan to travel, whether to visit family or take advantage of unused vacation days, rising prices are affecting every aspect of the booking process and

Why the best value in travel right now might be a cruise

It's no secret that the cost of travel is soaring. The cost of flying has surged nearly 43% over the past year. Even basic hotels and resorts are charging eye-popping rates for rooms this fall, with average prices in some markets up more than 20%. But there's one type of trip where

Inside the new business 'snuggle class' double beds

As the aviation industry looks towards a future with more videoconferencing and fewer business travelers filling business class seats, it's wooing upmarket leisure passengers to fill the gap. Airlines are hoping that more business travelers will bring along their partners for

7 Destinations in the U.K. Where Locals Love to Travel

The U.K. has incredible variety. From chocolate box villages and royal palaces to wild mountainous landscapes and some of the most gorgeous coastline in the world, it’s a wonder anyone who lives in England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland ever goes abroad. Though

The Future of Travel: Longer, More Meaningful Trips that Uplift Local Communities

Counting is so 2019. Today, travel is not about ticking off 1,000 places to see before you die. It’s about delving deeply into a destination rather than skipping over it like a stone, about engaging with local communities, being mindful of your environmental impact, and spending

The World’s Most-Visited Glaciers Could Soon Be Gone

Making the World Heritage List from UNESCO, the United Nations’ educational, scientific and cultural organization, is a kind of gold seal of approval in the tourism world. The list, which began in 1978, has more than 1,150 sites nominated by their host nations and includes tourist

On these Uniworld river cruises, the itineraries are a mystery

Many cruise passengers choose their trip by itinerary, but on Uniworld Boutique River Cruises' new Mystery Cruises, the unknown is part of the adventure. Guests only get a few hints as to where they are going before their trip, such as letters with clues in the form of riddles that the

Disney Assembles Record Group Of Superheroes For Marvel At Sea Sailings

Set sail with your favorites from The Marvel Cinematic Universe. Disney Cruise Line has assembled a record number of superheroes and villains for Marvel Day at Sea sailings in early 2023. For the first time, more than 30 Marvel superheroes and villains will be featured in the

What's the difference between Dubai & Abu Dhabi?

Just how different are Dubai and Abu Dhabi? While only a little over an hour's drive from each other on the country's Persian Gulf coast, these two major metropolises are distinctly different. So which is the best? Let's hear the arguments from two writers before you decide

Book These 10 Luxury Resorts For An Unforgettable Japan Vacation

Japan is one of the best travel destinations in the world, with several attractions, including colorful shrines, beautiful geisha districts, and some of the most stunning temples. The country is brimming with beautiful towns and cities, like its vibrant Tokyo, spectacular

Walt Disney World Resort Closures Announced Ahead of Tropical Storm Nicole's Arrival

With Tropical Storm Nicole approaching the east coast of Florida, Walt Disney World has announced some closures and cancelations that guests visiting should be aware of. For the safety of our Guests and Cast Members, Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground

10 local foods you must try in Italy's Piedmont region

In the gastronomic powerhouse that is Italy, the Piedmont region holds its head high. This northwest section of the country has culinary roots that are as French as they are Italian. Geography and generations of rule by the Savoy family add up to a cuisine that is rich in

19 dead after commercial flight crashes into Lake Victoria in Tanzania

A Tanzanian commercial flight operated by Precision Air crash-landed in bad weather in Lake Victoria on Sunday, killing 19 people. Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa said officials believe all bodies have been recovered from the airplane. “We’re starting to pull out the luggage and

15 of the best things to do in Tulum: experience this city with two souls

Tulum is one of Mexico’s crown jewels, a place of picture-perfect beaches and ancient seaside ruins, where nature and art intertwine, and a boho-chic vibe permeates. It’s also a city with two souls – beach and town – and offers easy access to nightlife and good food plus

Washington Metro to debut Dulles Airport–linking Silver Line rail extension just ahead of Thanksgiving travel bedlam

Dutiful sons, daughters, and assorted relations descending en masse on the nation’s capital and the surrounding D.C. metro region via Washington Dulles International Airport over the frenzied Thanksgiving travel period will be able to take advantage of a new and anxiously

Are Luxury Hotels Worth the Price?

Travelers often wonder whether they should splurge or save money on a hotel, and you get a mix of opinions on this. Some people love staying in luxury hotels, meaning four- and five-star properties. Others have the philosophy that they aren't traveling to hang out in a hotel, so it's

The US Capitol Bombing

The Senate had planned to work late into the evening of Monday, November 7, 1983, but unexpectedly adjourned early. Consequently, at 10:58 p.m., when a thunderous explosion tore through the second floor

Goway Is Ready to Meet Demand for Travel to Japan

ORONTO, ON - Goway is ready and delighted to meet the high demand for trips to Japan in light of the country’s full reopening and dropping of Visa restrictions to visitors from the United States and Canada this past

Holiday travel: Airfare has become more expensive at these airports, data shows

With Thanksgiving just a few weeks away, you may be thinking about your holiday travel plans. Travel experts are anticipating high demand and more expensive flights this season after two years of COVID-19 restrictions. A new report shows a ticket for certain airports may

At least one travel fee is going down: Price drops for TSA PreCheck

At a moment when it seems like everything is getting more expensive, there's at least one travel convenience that will cost air travelers less. The Transportation Security Administration announced on Friday that TSA PreCheck, the service aimed at expediting airport security

10 Destinations You Should Not Visit In 2023, According To Travel Experts

Fodor’s, a popular travel guide publisher and website, has brought back its “No List” for travel destinations after a three-year hiatus, and the list contains destinations you would never expect. Fodor’s explains that the “No List” is not meant as a critique of the destination but as

What hotel star ratings actually mean today

Online user ratings are great, until you discover they're fake. Or you remember how your uncle always leaves reviews and his taste is terrible. Travelers want a proper set of standards, which generic hotel star ratings seem to offer. After all, you see, "Five-star hotel" and think, "Must be

7 Travel Anxiety Tips to Ease Stress, According to a Psychiatrist

Travel is a gift. It makes us more connected to the world, can inspire us in ways we never imagined, and helps us bond with loved ones along the way. It can also leave us rather frazzled with anxiety. Travel anxiety is nothing to be ashamed of, and if you have it, you’re far

Move Over Vail: Here Are 8 Better Ski Resorts

With winter fast approaching, skiers across the country are gearing up to book this year’s ski adventure. While many skiers have favorite mountains that they return to again and again, others seek out new and exciting resorts where they can hit the slopes. A recent analysis of

10 food and wine festivals you can feel good about attending

These 10 food and/or wine festivals support a range of nonprofit organizations that champion a variety of causes, from ending childhood hunger to preserving fragile ecosystems. Pack your appetite – and your stretchy pants! – and drink and eat for the greater good

This European Country Wants To Be The First ‘Rewilding Nation’ — Here’s What It Means

When you think of Scotland, what comes to mind? Boggy moors, earthy woodlands, myriad kinds of life in the wetlands, and meadows for miles. It’s a place where you can connect to nature. The deforestation of Scotland unfolded over hundreds of years, beginning in the early

10 unique Christmas markets in Europe

Chestnuts roasting on an open fire, copious amounts of mulled wine and some of the best hot chocolate you've ever had. It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas across Europe as hundreds of yuletide markets set up their seasonal shops for 2022. While most popular in

The Day the Sun Rose Twice: A Tour of Atomic New Mexico

They say the sun rose twice over a corner of southern New Mexico on July 16, 1945. The first sunrise was produced by the detonation of a new weapon its makers had nicknamed “the gadget.” The actual sun rose 10 minutes later, dawning on a new era in human history. The

11 Incredible Book-Themed Hotels and Hotel Rooms

Sometimes travelers hop on a plane to get away, and other times they read a book to transport them to a different time and place. Other times, those who love to read can combine the best of both worlds and stay at a hotel with ties to their favorite books and authors

Let the 'Celebration' begin: Cruise giant Carnival's biggest ship ever debuts this weekend

It's celebration time for Carnival Cruise Line fans. Literally. The maiden voyage of the line's much-awaited Carnival Celebration will take place Sunday as the vessel departs Southampton, England, on a two-week transatlantic cruise to Miami. Recently completed at a shipyard in

Israel’s Haifa Port Sees Business Like Never Before

Prior to the pandemic, there was only one local Israeli cruise line sailing from Haifa Port in Israel, making the country less accessible to cruisers and harder for locals to cruise since major cruise lines didn’t operate from Haifa. After the pandemic, Haifa Port has seen a major

Bozcaada: An unspoilt island paradise in the Aegean

An almost timeless island off the coast of Turkey offers beautiful beaches, lively street parties, gorgeous sunsets, delicious wines and an escape from the modern world.

How have travel prices affected your Thanksgiving plans?

Traveling home for Thanksgiving is looking extra pricey this year, but experts say roads and flights will be packed. Are you traveling over the holiday weekend, despite the cost? Let us know.

You Can Have An Affordable Fairytale Vacation In Ireland

Adams & Butler travel agency founder Siobhan Byrne Learat aims to make luxury travel affordable, sustainable and culturally engaging - not just in Ireland but around the world.

I flew to Europe and back and barely waited in lines. The key? Smaller airports.

Our reporter flew to London in October and found that not all airports are created equal when it comes to lines.

Cheap things you can do Kauai, Hawaii, that are enriching in other ways

Hawaii vacations are expensive, but these enriching Kauai experiences hardly cost a thing.

How Hybrid Work Is Impacting Holiday Travel This Year

This year, flexible work is impacting holiday travel over Thanksgiving and Christmas, changing which days people fly and how to get the best deals.

Pilots demanding more money after a year of travel chaos

After a year of travel frustration, airline CEOs are talking up their profits and predictions for the future as pilots at nearly every airline have demanded more money.

This World Cruise Will Travel to 37 Countries Over 155 Nights and You Can Book Soon

Azamara's 2025 world cruise will head to 37 countries over the course of 155 nights.

Take a Repositioning Cruise on an Expedition Ship

For those wondering if you can take a repositioning cruise on an expedition cruise ship, the answer is a resounding YES!

Hyatt to Add Hotels in Markets That Feed Its All-Inclusive Resorts

Hyatt just lapped the one-year anniversary of acquiring the all-inclusive resort company Apple Leisure Group in a $2.7 billion deal. The Chicago, Illinois-based hotel group is now looking to expand its hotel presence in European cities that could help feed its all-inclusives

9 Affordable Luxury Hotels For Your Next Holiday In Mexico

From paradise beaches with azure seas to vibrant cities, people enjoy incredible experiences in Mexico. Here are 9 must-try luxury affordable hotels.

Do you need travel insurance? 3 times to get extra coverage

While it's always a good idea to get added protection for your trips, there are still optimal times to buy travel insurance.

The Tomb of Tutankhamun

Tutankhamun was an Egyptian Pharaoh ruling from approximately 1341 BC to 1323 BC. The boy-king was only eight years old when he became Pharaoh. Howard Carter, a British Egyptologist

9 things to do in Cape Town - Lonely Planet

With the city's mountaintop hiking trails and sandy beaches, some of the best experiences in Cape Town can cost little or nothing

The Ultimate Travel Guide To Cancún: Party On With This Essential Itinerary

Heading to Cancun? Check out this comprehensive travel guide first - then enjoy the trip

Ski Season Started Early This Year - These Are the Slopes Opening Ahead of Schedule

Ski season doesn't officially start in most places until mid-November, but these resorts have opened early this year.

Top 5 Reasons To Visit Death Valley National Park This Winter

Here are the top 5 reasons you should plan a trip to the beautifully dynamic area that makes up Death Valley National Park this winter.

Royal Caribbean, Disney Cruise Line further lift COVID-19 requirements

Royal Caribbean International, Disney Cruise Line and more are further rolling back remaining COVID-19 rules.

Carnival Celebration Delivered, Now On Its Way to Homeport in Miami

Carnival Cruise Line is excited to welcome the delivery of Carnival Celebration to honor year the brand celebrates its 50th birthday!

Spirit Airlines will offer new wider seats, promising a comfier ride

The new seats will start rolling out in January as new aircraft are delivered, according to Spirit Airlines.

One Of The Most Beautiful Train Routes In The World Just Set A Record For Having The Longest Passenger Train

A new record has been set in Europe for the world's longest passenger train. Learn more about the location where the record was set.

NCL Says Bye-Bye to NCFs

Get out your pens, travel advisors, and finish up those marketing plans for 2023. Then send them to Norwegian Cruise Lines—and be eligible to earn commissions on NCFs for next year. Long a point of contention in the industry, non-commissionable fees comprise the growing and unlimited number of fees

Rental Escapes Launches 10-Year Anniversary Concierge Credit Offer for 2023 Travel

In countdown to its 10-year anniversary this December, full-service luxury villa company Rental Escapes today announced a special offer providing travelers with the opportunity to receive a credit of up to $2,500

The best credit cards to use for all your Amtrak and international train travels

Whether you're riding the rails at home or abroad, these cards will reward you for your train trips.

Marriott Says Global Demand for Travel Not Slowing Down

Marriott International Inc. adjusted its 2022 guidance, raising its estimates for gross fee revenue and forecasting that a key figure, global...

8 cost-saving tips for travelers in these trying economic times

Savvy travelers can find a way to travel well for less money by adjusting their strategies during this time of high inflation. These tips can help keep your travel budget in check.

Planning to Fly? You'll Need This ID

For years, the government has warned travelers they will need a security-enhanced Real ID to board domestic flights, and for years the requirement has been delayed. Now they mean it.

Why booking travel on your phone is a bad idea

Despite the convenience, experts say buying a flight by mobile phone could end up costing you more.

You'll be able to get half off all-inclusive stays at these Hard Rock hotels for Black Friday

With many travelers looking to book all-inclusive stays on their next vacation, Hard Rock hotels are rising to the occasion with a Black Friday sale that promises to take care of everything for you.

The Launch of Sputnik 2

On November 3, 1957, Sputnik 2 became the second spacecraft launched into Earth orbit. Aboard was a first - a female terrier named Laika. The small capsule was 13 feet high and was launched

Flight of the Spruce Goose

In 1942, the U.S. Department of War needed a new type of aircraft to transport men and materials long distances. The Hughes Aircraft company won the bid and aircraft designer Howard Hughes and Henry J

The Travel Institute announces Auto Club Enterprises as first-ever recipient of newly established travel industry Educational Excellence Award

FRAMINGHAM, MA, November 1, 2022 – The Travel Institute announces Auto Club Enterprises, or ACE, the largest group of AAA Clubs, is the inaugural recipient of its new, annual, travel industry Educational

The best travel destinations around the world for 2023, according to National Geographic

Got the travel itch? National Geographic has suggested 25 top destinations throughout the world for those looking to explore in 2023. The recommendations, released Oct. 26, range from traditional U.S. destinations such as San Francisco and global travel hot spots including

Delta, United pilots seek new contracts as holiday travel season nears

One day after Delta Air Lines pilots authorized a potential strike, United Airlines pilots rejected a tentative contract agreement, setting the stage for possible work stoppages as the busy holiday travel season approaches. Delta pilots voted Monday for a strike if necessary in order

This U.S. Airport Lost The Most Luggage In 2022

Lost luggage is a travel nightmare and can turn vacation excitement into a hassle very quickly. As travelers pack their favorite holiday attire and choose to check their bags instead of carrying them on, at least half a million bags will be mishandled by U.S airlines this month

A huge tunnel has opened below Niagara Falls

A whitewater wonder visited by everyone from Marilyn Monroe to Mark Twain, Niagara Falls has been a magnet drawing global travelers for at least two centuries. But until this year, a huge tunnel buried deep below the cascade has been off-limits to visitors. The rocks beneath

Carnival Reinstates Popular Loyalty Perk After 16 Months

Carnival Cruise Line is bringing back one of the most missed perks for its Platinum and Diamond loyalty level passengers: priority check-in and boarding. In an email to guests, Carnival Cruise Line president Christine Duffy said “Our Diamond and Platinum VIFP guests

Portugal’s Madeira Welcomed 172k Visitors in September, Breaking Record for Highest Value

The tourism accommodation sector in Madeira, a region in Portugal, registered around 172,000 tourists in September, thus marking the highest per-tourist value ever reached in the month of September. According to the Portugal News, more than 960,000 overnight stays

Delta trials free Wi-Fi for elites as it inches closer to complimentary internet on all flights

Delta Air Lines' elite members may be in for a holiday treat the next time they fly with the carrier. That's because the Atlanta-based carrier is trialing a new free Wi-Fi offering for Medallion members on select aircraft. Elite flyers can now log on to the Deltawifi.com portal

These Are The World’s 10 Best Overwater Bungalows

Whether travelers are looking for a luxury honeymoon destination or simply want to treat themselves to a relaxing getaway, an overwater bungalow is one of the highest forms of luxury available. This style of accommodation means listening to the ocean waves beneath you while

A reason to travel to Hauts-de-France in 2023: Europe’s new region of gastronomy

France’s reputation for exceptional food is legendary. Now, there’s an extra incentive for gourmet travelers to book a trip for next year. In a first for a country where the gastronomic meal has Unesco protection, Hauts-de-France (Upper, or Northern France), has been awarded

Is Your Hotel Really Eco-Friendly? Here’s How to Tell.

Our sustainability editor Juliet Kinsman has put together the ultimate cheat sheet to judge hotels and travel operators—and tell if they’re really green. We’re sharing these considerations so that you, too, can assess if a hotel or travel business is truly eco-friendly, so we are all less

Ski Season Started Early This Year—These Are the Slopes Opening Ahead of Schedule

To all the powder-hounds who spent the summer praying for snow—your prayers have been answered. Ski season kicked off early in the United States this year when two Colorado ski resorts opened during October, weeks before the mid-November start typical of most ski areas

The Last Total Lunar Eclipse Until 2025 Is Coming — Along With Manhattanhenge and 2 Meteor Showers This Month

If October whet your eclipse appetite, we have good news: November’s total lunar eclipse will be visible across North America — and it’s the last of its kind until spring 2025. That’s not the only excitement November has in store. This month’s night-sky itinerary includes two meteor

These Are The 28 Safest European Countries For Americans To Visit

The U.S. Department of State has continued to update its travel advisories on Europe, based on safety concerns and other factors that may affect travelers. Countries can be classed anywhere between Level 1, the lowest alert level, or Level 4, when travel should be avoided at

Eat the Best Food in the World for Less Money at These 10 Spots

Creating restaurant bucket lists, locking down a reservation at the hottest restaurant in town, and ordering the most Instagrammable dish on the menu can make or break a foodie’s vacation. Yet, even if you do get to London, São Paulo, or Bangkok, your budget might not

5 Best Cruise Ships for Family Cruises

What are you looking for in your next family cruise? Here are our top five cruise ships for families, all with a unique approach to fun that include go-kart tracks, waterslides, kids clubs, and some Disney magic. At the top of every kid’s wish list might just be a Disney cruise. For

The White House

On this day in the year 1800, President John Adams became the first United States President to move into and take up residence in the Executive Mansion, later to be called "The White House." Adams penned

Japan's long-awaited Ghibli Park is now open

Fans of Studio Ghibli have yet another reason to travel to Japan. A new theme park dedicated to the popular animation company's productions is finally open in Aichi prefecture, less than an hour from Kyoto by train. Ghibli Park, which opened on November 1, brings some of the most

Peru Removes All Entry Rules And Finally Reopens Fully For Tourism

After two and a half years with some of the strictest rules in the world, Peru has finally dropped all COVID-related restrictions, returning to normal tourism. Visitors will be able to travel freely to this South American nation once again. The state of emergency decree in effect

5 Luxurious Beach Resorts With Foodie Experiences Travelers Love

Torn between leaving the resort for a meal and maximizing your beach time by eating onsite? Traveling often goes hand in hand with trying new foods or drinks, so do it in style without leaving the resort! Gastro-tourism is gaining popularity, and 4 out 5 travelers say food helps

How to Stay Safe from COVID-19 During the 2022 Holidays

After COVID-19 vaccines rolled out, many families said “good riddance” to Zoom and resumed in-person holiday gatherings—and with increasing numbers of people embracing pre-pandemic lifestyles, it’s safe to assume that will be the norm this year in the U.S. But the virus still

Tempelhof: The single site that embodies Berlin

There are few places where your morning jog or Sunday lunch plans take you to the abandoned runways and sprawling tarmac of a decommissioned airfield. But here in Berlin, Tempelhofer Feld, a 953-acre airport-turned-public park, has become a playground that

Go to the Local Farmers Market on Vacation

Because my favorite type of vacation is a lengthy road trip through the mountains, I tend to eat a lot of terrible gas station food when I travel. Sometimes I plan a trip to a grocery store beforehand, stocking up on trail mix and sandwich supplies to eat while traipsing through a

5 Cruises Where You Can See the Northern Lights

The psychedelic light show that paints the night sky with multicolored neon streams, scientifically known as the aurora borealis, is an experience worth chasing for many. For the best chance of seeing the swirling spectacle, travelers should head to the northernmost climes

Passengers Who Book the Middle Seat on This Airline Can Enter a Lottery for Prizes, Getaways

There’s nothing worse than being stuck in the middle seat on a long flight, but Virgin Australia wants to make it a bit better by allowing middle seat dwellers the chance to win prizes for their troubles. Australian travelers who pick (or get stuck with) the middle seat on Virgin

POV: You’re Flying With a Disability

Tío shook me awake, and kissed me goodbye as he left for work before my flight. Once the door shut, I crashed back onto his living room couch, dreading the daylong reunion with my ultimate adversary: flying. I’d spent the month in Ecuador, my home country, a trip I do once a

What is glamping? Get to know the new frontier of outdoor vacations.

In 2016, the Oxford English Dictionary added the word “glamping.” The word is a portmanteau, or a combination of two words: glamorous and camping. The vacation trend made its way from a humorous mashup to a full industry. There are glamping publications

Why it's a great time to be a vegan traveler

Fredessa Jaudon thinks it was fate that led her to what would become her favorite travel company. In 2016, while visiting the Sunflower Vegetarian Restaurant in Falls Church, Virginia, she pulled into a parking spot behind a car with a bumper sticker advertising "vegan

10 Reasons To Visit Quebec City Instead Of Montreal This Winter

Many travelers from the East Coast of the United States and from Ontario, Canada, love the convenience of a French Canadian holiday in Montreal. However, Montreal isn’t necessarily the best or only option for exploring Quebec this winter. A couple of hours outside of Montreal by

These Are Japan’s 10 Most Beautiful Historic Hotels

Japan is a country steeped in history, with its architecture changing over time. Staying at historic hotels in various cities when visiting is a unique opportunity to learn about the culture and how Japanese design has evolved over the centuries. These are 10 of the most beautiful

Royal Caribbean Group Brings Art And Culture To New Galveston Terminal

The new cruise terminal at the Port of Galveston is adding a pop of art and culture to welcome guests as they embark on their cruise vacation. With the help of the local Galveston, Texas community, Royal Caribbean and the Galveston Beach Trio group have worked together to

Top free things to do in Chiang Mai

Many experiences in Chiang Mai are ideal for the budget traveler – grazing on street food, enjoying relaxing traditional Thai massages, sipping red iced tea, renting a scooter to buzz out to waterfalls and hot springs – but everyone knows that the best things in life are free. And

Antarctica Has Become a Popular Destination. But Should You Actually Go?

Antarctica is the last place on the planet that’s relatively untouched. A place where howling winds have their own pitch and not a tree can be found on the vast expanse of land. It is inhospitable to humans as the driest, coldest, windiest, and highest continent. Ice up to three

The Death of Harry Houdini

On this day in 1926, world-famous magician and illusionist Harry Houdini died of peritonitis from a burst appendix. The 52-year-old Houdini had been in considerable pain for many days beforehand, performing despite

Holiday flights will be pricey and packed. Here are 5 things to know before you book

Time is running out if you're hoping to book a relatively inexpensive flight over the holidays. Airlines say that demand is sky high and as a result, airfares are soaring. For example, nonstop flights from Chicago to any of the New York airports for Thanksgiving (Nov. 22-27)

International Crises Are Impending Air Travel Recovery, Top Commission Official Says

The top European Commission official, Henrik Hololei, has said that international crises are making the final stage of European air travel’s recovery slower. During an Aircraft Leasing Ireland (ALI) conference in Ireland’s capital, Hololei stressed that European air travel

9 Reasons Why Group Tours Are Perfect For Retirees, According To Industry Experts

Planning, organizing, and setting out on a new-to-you destination can be overwhelming. The popularity and diversity of group tours geared towards retirees are skyrocketing. They offer experiences from hiking, touring, and cruising that will fit a variety of travel budgets. I am a

Top 7 Boutique Hotels In Boston

Boston, Massachusetts, is a gorgeous city to visit that’s home to historical attractions such as the Tea Party Ships and Museums. If you’re looking to plan a trip here in the upcoming future, you might be wondering where you should stay. Here are seven high-quality boutique hotels

Want to book a flight but pay for it next year? Here's how it works

Travel demand is still picking up, and so are the prices of flight tickets. Surging prices are causing some to cut back on spending, but others are finding new ways to pay for their holiday plans. More airlines are partnering with “buy now, pay later” firms to give customers

4 Underrated And Off-Path European Cities To Visit This Winter

If it’s Europe that makes your heart beat faster and you still haven’t made up your mind on where to go for your yearly winter vacation, especially now that European cities like London, Paris, and Barcelona are losing their appeal due to ‘overtourism‘, perhaps it’s time to consider

The mysterious Viking runes found in a landlocked US state

Did Vikings find their way to a remote part of Oklahoma? Some in a small community believe so, thanks to controversial runic carvings found in the area. "[Farley] spent the majority of her adult life researching the stone," said Amanda Garcia, Heavener Runestone Park manager

Is Cruising Officially Back? A New, 7,600-Passenger Ship Says It Is

If anyone has doubted whether cruising has recovered from its COVID-19 pandemic shutdown and slow-start aftermath, they perhaps need doubt no longer. Royal Caribbean this month announced a late January 2024 launch for what will be the world’s largest cruise ship, Icon of

JetBlue and Qatar Airways Just Expanded Their Codeshare Agreement — Where You Can Fly

JetBlue and Qatar Airways expanded their codeshare agreement this week, making it easier to fly to new destinations across the globe on a single ticket. The expanded agreement will make it easier for customers to fly to 11 new destinations in eight countries throughout Africa and

Dreaming of a Disney Christmas? What to know about Disney World, Disneyland holidays 2022

The holidays are almost here. And Walt Disney World and Disneyland have been planning all year. Fans of Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party have waited long enough for the after-hours event to return to Magic Kingdom, but that's not the only thing coming back for the 2022

Take A Trip Across This Country And Discover Its History With Witches

Tour Scotland and uncover its history with witches. In Scotland’s “Year of Stories 2022,” you can learn the tales of alleged witches and discover ways to live like a modern-day witch. “Halloween season is upon us, so what better time than now to explore Scotland’s world of

10 Things To Do At Hawks Cay Resort In Florida Keys

Despite its proximity to many major U.S. cities, the Florida Keys' tropical temperature and verdant landscape give visitors the impression that they have traveled to a faraway, exotic destination. That's why going to the Florida Keys is one of the vacationers’ favorite ways to

Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic Officially Names Newest Vessel, National Geographic Islander Ii

Expedition cruise company Lindblad Expeditions officially named their next generation, all-suite National Geographic Islander II this week in the Galápagos Islands. Honoring his visionary work, Angela Flaim—wife of the late longtime Lindblad

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Pawtucket, RI (October 20, 2022) – Travelers will be able to take a bite out of the Big Apple on Collette’s “Spotlight on New York City Holiday” tour this holiday season. The five-day tour allows travelers to unwrap all that the city has to offer

What to Know About the State Department's New Travel Advisories for Europe

Between pandemic outbreaks and unrest in much of the world, global travel inherently comes with more anxiety than before. On top of that, earlier in October, officials issued an updated U.S. State Department travel advisory for a slew of countries, ranging from Belize and Italy to South Africa and the U.K, putting them

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Finding a needle in a haystack may seem easier than finding holiday flight travel deals. The Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day stretch is one of the busiest times for travel. Thankfully we have a few tips for domestic holiday travel. Flying with the best airlines can help you be home for the holidays and pay the least

Women Who Travel Podcast: From Mexico to Denmark, Witches and Their Rituals

The nights in the northern hemisphere are drawing in, which means whispering stories of witches and spirits are top of mind for many of us. Lale chats with Mexico City-based author Brenda Lozano, whose new novel Witches looks at the lives of Mexican women who inherit gifts, and draws inspiration from the true

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A LATAM Airlines plane was damaged traveling from Santiago, Chile, to Asunción, Paraguay, and had to make an emergency landing at Silvio Pettirossi International Airport on Wednesday after experiencing "severe weather conditions during its flight path," the airline told CNN in a statement on Thursday

7 Key Tips For Traveling With Your Service Dog

There is no doubt that a service dog can help people be more independent and live a fuller life. Traveling with your service dog can lead to a lot of challenges, but it can still be an excellent experience for both of you. As a service dog owner, I have seven tips that will help make your travel

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The Centennial Anniversary of the United States was approaching. The French public wanted to present a suitable gift to its sister democratic republic. The result of much deliberation produced the prototype for the Statue of Liberty

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The last time I cruised the Danube River, six years ago, the Christmas markets were in full swing, the only masks we saw were in the art shops of Vienna, and my husband and I, both securely in middle age, were among the youngest passengers on board. On our cruise this past August on the

'Beyond King Tut' is the new, immersive art experience bringing the pharaoh's story to life

A new exhibit celebrating the ancient pharaoh King Tut is about to land in several cities with a very modern twist – taking a digital look at the boy king for the Instagram age. Not a single golden treasure or artifact from the tomb is on view at "Beyond King Tut: The Immersive Experience."

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Europe’s ski resorts are preparing for the first proper season in four years with much accommodation already booked up as people finally set off on holidays carried over from as far back as 2019. But, before a single run has even opened, the impact of the energy crisis can be felt. The

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Around the globe, spirits set about their nightly haunts, revenging transgressions, lamenting wrongdoings, or simply wanting their stories remembered. Historic houses, museums, forts, parks, and more are filled with paranormal tales. Some sites offer tours where you learn about the

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Over the last few years Nashville, the capital of Tennessee and bachelorette parties, has been in the midst of a hotel boom. It seems like every single month there's a significant new property opening, including a handful of new points hotels worth considering on a trip to Music City. As a former

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Different states have different influences from different countries and cultures. Louisiana has a French influence through the Cajuns, and Canada's Nova Scotia has a Scottish Gaelic influence. Minnesota is famous for having a very large Nordic or Scandinavian heritage. According to Explore

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CCRA Travel Commerce Network is celebrating the success of its two recent PowerSolutions LIVE events that were met with rave reviews from both travel advisors and suppliers. As well, the company is thrilled to share that last

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It was October 27, 1904 when the first underground line of the New York City subway opened. The construction methods at the time involved digging up the earth, digging the tunnel, building the subway, and then re-covering the

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I’m stuck in bumper-to-bumper traffic on the 91 freeway on my way to Joshua Tree on a toasty, Southern Californian October day because I’ve pulled the rookie move of leaving the city on a Friday around noon. To be fair, I’ve only been a Los Angeles resident for five years, and it’s my first time

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For many travelers, New Jersey is all about the beach—but that perception could change as the state creates a new Black Heritage Trail, thanks to a bill signed by Governor Phil Murphy in September, which appropriates $1 million for selecting relevant sites throughout the state, putting

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Carnival Cruise Line has further eased its COVID-19 rules, dropping most of its remaining requirements this week. The cruise line is no longer requiring proof of vaccination or COVID-19 testing for trips 15 nights or less, according to its website. "However, irrespective of vaccination

Chasing Spirits: Mexico City’s House Museums

Within hours of arriving in Coyoacán — a leafy, tranquil, beautiful neighborhood in the southwest part of Mexico City — I was searching the internet for long-term rentals in the area. It was pure fantasy that my family could move there. It seemed as if my family and I had found the ideal base

The Amazing Cycling Safari Bicyclists Will Love – Here's What It Costs

For those looking for a little more adventure on their vacation, cycling safaris give you some physical activity with a unique tour of the area. The newest adventure from safari company Natural Selection takes you to parts of the Earth that have rarely been explored. The Botswana Guided Cycling Safari

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Historically, there was a clear distinction between traveling and "normal" life. But with the rise of the internet and the explosion of jobs online and work that can be done remotely, that line has been blurred in many areas. Today many people are traveling for a prolonged period of time - some save

A new unlimited all-you-can-fly pass coming to Frontier Airlines

Fewer things get frequent flyers more excited than the prospect of an all-you-can-fly pass. It's like an indulgent buffet of dreams in the sky for travelers. You can fly to as many places as you want and theoretically pay the same fixed price. In fact, one of the most iconic moments in modern-day

Qatar Removes All Entry Restrictions Ahead Of World Cup

Qatar is the latest country to drop all entry restrictions, joining over 120 countries in returning to normal travel. The government just announced that the removal of restrictions will go into effect on November 1, 2022. This comes shortly ahead of the start of the World Cup, which is scheduled to

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If there was a theme to Michael Matthews and Alex Oechsel’s relationship, it was long distance. A resident physician, Matthews is from eastern Kentucky. A wedding videographer, Oechsel was based in Indiana. They met on Tinder in 2015. “Our relationship was set across many different cities

The 12 best things to do in Morocco

Morocco is a country of dazzling diversity, from its ancient cities and craggy mountain ranges to rolling deserts and deserted beaches. One day you could be scaling Toubkal, North Africa’s highest peak, the next you could be meeting designers in Marrakesh, riding the Atlantic rollers in Essaouira

The 92 Most Incredible Hotels in the World

We want to wake up somewhere new. Not just in another town, another country, another bed—but in another world. Somewhere magical, whimsical, peaceful, unique. At least for a little while. We want to wake up in the 92 hotels we’ve chosen for 2023’s Fodor’s Finest Hotel Awards. Each of

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Stop dreaming of a white Christmas and enjoy this joyous holiday under the sun! Christmas in Florida is a great way to celebrate the holidays, especially when traveling with a significant other, family, and friends. Instead of catching snowflakes, travelers can catch the Floridian sun while

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If there's one thing I'm not, it's fancy. On any given day, you'll find me in leggings and a sweatshirt, and the only time I dress up is on cruise ship formal nights. Culinary pretense is completely lost on me, and I'm almost always that person who ends up wondering what all the fuss is about as she

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My dad was into stories about pirates and heroes. Coastal regions of the South, thought to contain both, held a special place in his imagination. Those buccaneers, the way my dad told it, were seeking an escape from the conditions society placed on them. Piracy offered folks the chance to

August airline passenger complaints up 320% compared with pre-pandemic figures

The federal government saw a spike in complaints from angry airline passengers in August, the last full month of a summer marked by flight cancellations and delays. In just-released data, the Department of Transportation says it received more than 7,000 complaints from flyers, a 6%

Why gorgeous Curacao is a great destination for ecotourists

When it comes to ecotourism, the Caribbean is rife with iconic destinations, ranging from Puerto Rico’s lush El Yunque rainforest to the verdant hills of Dominica. However, one tiny island tends to fly under the radar for seasoned outdoor adventurers. Perched off the coast of Venezuela, the island

Collette Gives Travelers the Chance to Take in the Holidays, Live from New York

Pawtucket, RI (November 20, 2022) – Travelers will be able to take a bite out of the Big Apple on Collette’s “Spotlight on New York City Holiday” tour this holiday season. The five-day tour allows travelers to unwrap all that the city

Gunfight at the O.K. Corral

The Tombstone, Arizona Territory gang loosely known as "the Cowboys" had business interests that conflicted with the new Sheriff(s) in town: Virgil, Wyatt, and Morgan Earp and their notorious partner "Doc" Holiday. The

5 top spots for slow travel in 2023

Wondering where to go next? You’re not the only one. After a frenetic return to travel, many are asking how to enjoy the rush of discovery without the crush of crowds. Our annual list of 25 inspiring and less visited destinations for the year ahead encompasses places filled with wonder

National Geographic reveals its top destinations for 2023

The hope is that 2023 will be not just a big return to travel but also to rediscovering wonder, said Amy Alipio, senior editor for National Geographic Travel. "Because when you are awed by something, you treat it with respect. And that spirit is something we want to encourage with this

How to travel to Madrid on a budget and still have a great time

With inflation recently hitting an all-time high, many people are eager to save on everything from food shopping to gas and travel. Traveling on a budget often means picking the right destination and, with the dollar still slightly stronger than the euro, visiting an affordable European spot is a

Stress-Free Travel to Yosemite on Amtrak

Want to avoid traffic, ride seamlessly into Yosemite National Park, and enjoy California craft beer and regional wines along the way? Hop aboard the Amtrak San Joaquins train from Los Angeles, San Francisco or Sacramento (and Fresno seasonally) for the safest way to travel to the park. It's also an

Why Azerbaijan is one of the world's newest, and most challenging, hiking destinations

In the heart of northeastern Azerbaijan, a cluster of centuries-old stone dwellings cling to a hilltop surrounded by some of the South Caucasus country's highest mountains. Steeped in history and legend, Khinalig is populated by a tiny ethnic group speaking their own language and tracing their

Why Thanksgiving Is the Best Time to Travel

Growing up, I can’t recall a single Thanksgiving at my parents’ house. There was the frigid but beautiful, snow-dusted Thanksgiving at the Grand Canyon. One year, we had a lobster-themed Thanksgiving in Boston. Thanksgiving in Barcelona was filled with Gaudí and tapas. There was that

Disney World's Blizzard Beach Water Park to Reopen Next Month

Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park is set to reopen to guests on Nov. 13. After a lengthy closure due to renovation, the park will be reopening with updates inspired by the beloved film “Frozen,” according to a Disney Blog post shared on Tuesday. Among the additions, kid-friendly land, Tike’s

This airport will let you meet your loved ones at the gate, like we used to do

You no longer need to be flying somewhere to get past security at Ontario International Airport near Los Angeles. The airport's operators recently announced the ONT+ program, which allows anyone to apply for a pass to get through the TSA checkpoints. That means visitors can drop off or meet

Why gorgeous Curacao is a great destination for ecotourists

When it comes to ecotourism, the Caribbean is rife with iconic destinations, ranging from Puerto Rico’s lush El Yunque rainforest to the verdant hills of Dominica. However, one tiny island tends to fly under the radar for seasoned outdoor adventurers. Perched off the coast of Venezuela, the island

This Cruise Line Is Offering Free Pre- And Post-Cruise Land Tours — When You Need To Book By To Save

During your next river cruise, you have the chance to explore more. For a limited time, AmaWaterways is offering a complimentary land package. When you reserve select Europe, Egypt, and Mekong River cruises by December 31, 2022, you’ll receive a two, three, or four-night pre- or

Wyndham Could Pay You $10,000 To Eat And Drink Around the Globe

From starting your day with chilaquiles in Mexico to enjoying a gaucho-style steak in Argentina, and sampling decadent baklava in Turkey; Ramada by Wyndham is not only sending you to locations like these but also paying you $10,000 to sample the cuisine around the world for a jam-packed three

These Are The 10 Best Ho-Ho-Hotels To Book This Christmas In London

When it comes to lively cities to visit during the holidays, no place is quite as magical as London. Whether visitors stroll through Covent Garden, see iconic shopping destinations like Fortnum & Mason, Harrods, and Liberty London, or experience Hyde Park Winter Wonderland, they guarantee

Cruises on Icon of the Seas Open for Bookings

Cruises from Miami on Icon of the Seas, Royal Caribbean’s brand new class of cruise ships debuting in 2024, have opened for bookings. Icon of the Seas will be the world’s largest cruise ship at more than 250,000 gross tons when the ship enters service in early 2024. The ship will sail from the

The October Revolution

On October 25, 1917, members of the Bolshevik Red Guards captured the Russian Winter Palace in Petrograd, heralding the October Revolution, sometimes called the Bolshevik Revolution

See Chicago's Famous Architecture On This Iconic River Cruise

Chicago on Lake Michigan in Illinois is one of the largest cities in the US and is, in fact, the third-most populated in the country, just after New York City and Los Angeles. Characterized by its bold architecture, the Chicago skyline is awash with imposing skyscrapers, with iconic buildings

Cruising Is Catching Up With Our Slow Travel Times

The cruise industry gets a bad rap, and it’s sometimes not entirely undeserved. But in at least one corner of the world, real positive change seems to be under way. “I’m not saying we are pioneers,” says Anne-Marie Spinosi, the cruise manager for the port of Bastia, Corsica, “but we

Fall travel: Airports seeing huge crowds with holidays around the corner

Picture what an airport looks like just before a major holiday: It's pretty easy to imagine the long lines, busy concourses and full parking lots we'll see the night before Thanksgiving and for Christmas weekend. If you traveled this past summer, you undoubtedly experienced your share

Top 6 Hotels In Palm Springs, California

Palm Springs, California is a beautiful desert town that’s been a well-loved vacation destination for decades. Home to countless high-quality resorts, warm weather year-round, and plenty of things to do in the town, Palm Springs is a great choice for a relaxing getaway. Here are 6 hotels

I lived in Berlin for 2 years and return often as a travel writer. Here's my complete visitor's guide to the German capital.

More than three decades after the fall of the Wall, the formerly divided Berlin has emerged as one of Europe's most dynamic, captivating capitals. With shiny new architecture constantly popping up around the city, and abandoned World War II- and Soviet-era buildings reimagined

173 passengers, crew reported safe after Korean Air jet overshoots Philippine runway

A Korean Air plane overshot the runway while landing in bad weather in the central Philippines late Sunday, but authorities said all 173 people on board were safe. The airport on Mactan Island in Cebu province was closed indefinitely due to the stalled aircraft, the Civil Aviation

To Get to Know Portugal, Explore Its Azulejo Tilework

From a few steps back, the artfully painted panorama of Lisbon at the National Azulejo Museum is an impressive sea of blue and white. Portraying every cathedral, bridge and shipyard in Portugal’s capital city as it looked just before a devastating 8.5-magnitude earthquake in 1755

In a Mississippi Town, a New Emmett Till Statue Signals Change

Hundreds of people applauded—and some wiped away tears—as a Mississippi community unveiled a larger-than-life statue of Emmett Till on Friday, not far from where white men kidnapped and killed the Black teenager over accusations he had flirted with a white woman in a

Grappling With Travel to a State Whose Policies You Oppose

San Francisco couple Kemari Ombonga and Akosua Agyepong were weighing a classic decision: Should they stay, or should they go? Move home to Ombonga’s native North Carolina; to Texas, where Ombonga had family; or remain in California? Despite the pull of the past, the decision

This California Airport Will Allow Non-travelers to Meet Loved Ones at the Gate

An airport in California is stepping back in time to an era when family and loved ones were allowed to meet travelers at the gate. The Ontario International Airport, which sits about 40 miles east of Los Angeles, will introduce a new program that allows non-travelers to secure an

Meet Joska: A black Lab, a service animal, and an experienced cruiser with 700 days at sea

Cornelia Marinussen had only gotten Joska a couple of weeks before the service dog proved to be an invaluable travel companion. She and her husband, Cornelis, who are both legally blind, got separated while ashore during a 2014 cruise in Alaska. Cornelis went the wrong way on a

First Fully Accessible Alaska Cruise Itinerary Launched — Here's What It Includes

The first accessible cruise itinerary is now available to book. Wheel the World, the leading online travel booking platform for people with disabilities and seniors, has launched an itinerary allowing people to book cruises to Alaska aboard Holland America. “Our clients have been

Marriott plans to open an all-inclusive W Hotel in the Dominican Republic

The world’s largest hotel company isn’t losing focus on all-inclusive resorts or the Caribbean anytime soon, it appears. Just days after Marriott International announced a deal to buy an affordable Mexico-based hotel chain (a move that reportedly would make it the largest hotel

In Croatia, a hotel trying to heal war wounds

Plitvice Lakes National Park is one of Croatia's most popular tourist attractions. After spending a day wandering the trails that wind around the park's travertine lakes and tumbling waterfalls, encountering every shade of green and blue, I could see why. The Unesco site's unique geology

3 reasons to buy travel insurance for the holidays

Millions of Americans are finalizing travel plans as the holiday season approaches. If you're planning a flight around Thanksgiving or Christmas, in particular, then you should book your tickets sooner rather than later. Travel experts are expecting a steep hike in airfares around that

25 free things to do in Vancouver

Vancouver routinely lands on lists of the most expensive cities in Canada, but that shouldn’t put budget-conscious travelers off. Here are many ways to enjoy Western Canada’s biggest metropolis for no cost at all

Geez, Even Fargo Has Gone Upscale

Fargo, N.D., doesn’t have a great reputation, which is exactly why my 13-year-old and I decided to visit. Perhaps best known for “Fargo,” the Oscar-winning 1996 film noir by the Coen brothers about a kidnapping gone wrong — the movie ends with a body in a wood chipper — the city has

Number of International Tourists to Greece Surges, But Still Below Pre-Pandemic Levels

The number of international tourists who visited Greece has surged this year, despite increasing inflation as well as the Ukraine war, according to the statistics provided by the Bank of Greece. Despite the notable increase in the number of international arrivals, the figures are still below

The United Nations

The United Nations was not the first attempt at creating an organization dedicated to international understanding. Years earlier, the League of Nations had failed to prevent World War II. On April

Windstar Cruises Partners with Coral Gardeners in Tahiti

Small ship cruise line Windstar Cruises has partnered with the Coral Gardeners, a Mo’orea (French Polynesia)-based organization determined to revolutionize ocean conservation and create a global movement to save the coral reefs through reef restoration, awareness

Ecuador Lifts All Travel Restrictions Returning To Normal Tourism

In a continent still plagued by Covid curbs, Ecuador has decided to take the long-anticipated step to drop all travel restrictions and return to normal for the first time since the health crisis was declared. With immediate effect, all foreigners are once again welcome in the

The Top 10 Places Americans Are Traveling For Thanksgiving — From Domestic To International

Travel numbers for the Thanksgiving holiday may have been down last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but Americans, as expected, are busily making plans to travel for the holiday this year. Their travel destinations for Thanksgiving aren’t really surprising either

Avoid the Stress of Flying With These Luxury Bus Routes

As travelers scramble to find the best flight deals amid increased prices, there is a new player on the scene and one you may not have thought of – luxury bus routes. Flights are known to cut travel time drastically, but when you factor in the time to get to the airport

The forgotten history of the US' African American coal towns

The story of West Virginia's past often goes something like this: in the late 1800s, blue-collar workers came from Wales, Eastern Europe and other far-flung corners of the world to mine coal that ultimately built the cities that fired America to global superpower status. But

Travelers Over 60 Are Taking The "Gray Gap Year"

When you think of taking a gap year, many envision a teenager, fresh out of high school, embarking on a year-long journey before entering “the real world.” Gap years have rebranded, and the over-60 crowd is now taking part. Recent research has shown that

La Belle Étoile: Why You Should Go Stargazing in France This Year

In July 2021, the City of Lights went dark—or at least, it was supposed to. France’s Environmental Ministry, which aimed to make the country a dark-sky pioneer, had issued a decree, requiring all shops and offices in Paris to shut off their lights at night. But the law

King Charles Owns a Guesthouse in Transylvania — and It's Open for Visitors

King Charles, the newly crowned British monarch, wants you to come to stay at his place for your next vacation — but we're not talking about Buckingham Palace. As it turns out, the King is a major fan of Transylvania (yes, the birthplace of Count Dracula), purchased a home

Capital One Is Launching Tapas-Style Airport Lounges With José Andrés

Capital One, in partnership with celebrity chef José Andrés, is about to elevate airport dining in a whole new way with a lounge concept that puts culinary choices first. Best known for spreading the concept of tapas around the globe, Andrés and his team will focus on bringing

10 best haunted hotels in the US, according to readers

Ghostly apparitions, flickering lights and eerie sounds are just a few of the things you may encounter at one of these hotels, where it's thought that certain guests have checked in but never checked out. USA TODAY 10Best readers voted for the best haunted hotels across the

Skip London's Buckingham Palace and visit this eccentric English home instead

It’s sometimes hard to be a tourist in your own city, but the best thing you can say about London is that it makes this easy by basically being 12 cities stapled together.The sheer variety of things on offer can prove daunting — even to those who have accumulated some

Another cruise line throws in free tours worth big money if you book soon

Add AmaWaterways to the list of cruise brands offering customers a multiday land tour for free if they book a cruise in the coming months. The Colorado-based river cruise operator this week unveiled a limited-time offer that gives customers a complimentary pre- or post

See What Others Don’t With Swan Hellenic

The launch of new ships is always cause for optimism in the world of cruising, but when a new company comes online with three brand new ships it’s cause for celebration. Swan Hellenic, a legendary pioneer in expedition style cruising is re-emerging and initiating a new

The Straits of Magellan

On October 21, 1519, a small fleet of Spanish ships led by Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan arrived at 52 degrees south, seeking to round South America in its quest for a western passage to the Spice Islands of

10 of the best things to do in Prague: experience the Czech capital

Most people kick off a visit to the Czech Republic in Prague, the cradle of Czech culture and one of Europe’s most intriguing capitals. Famous for its Gothic architecture and the incredible Prague Castle, this is also a vibrant city with beer gardens, modern as well as traditional cafes, and a

Prepare for a busy and expensive holiday travel season

Higher inflation, gas prices and hotel rates don't seem to be deterring passengers. The number of travelers continues to climb, and at a time of year when traditionally the numbers are lower: the fourth quarter. Airlines, in particular, are expecting big business. For example, Delta Airlines just

10 Ways To Travel Cheap For Thanksgiving

Whether you're traveling to visit family or searching for Thanksgiving fun in a new city, you're likely looking to save as many pennies as possible. While prices for just about everything are soaring to new heights, there are still plenty of ways to save money. No matter your destination

Spain Becomes The Last European Country To Drop All Entry Requirements Returning To Normal Tourism

It’s official, Spain has dropped all entry requirements for visitors from all countries, including non-EU countries like the United States. With this announcement, Spain has ushered in a new era of a completely reopened Europe. Before this recent development, Spain was the last country in

These New Epic 7-Week River Cruises Sail Through More Than a Dozen Countries in Europe (and Beyond)

If you like the idea of spending weeks floating along the inland waterways of Europe, exploring cities such as Amsterdam, Paris, Vienna, and Budapest from the comfort of a small ship, river cruise line AmaWaterways has you covered. If you want to combine weeks of sailing the rivers of

Limoncello 101: Where to try it and how to make your own

In Sorrento, on the island of Capri and the Amalfi Coast in southern Italy, there's no escaping lemons. They hang from trees in virtually every garden. Terraced lemon orchards sidestep dramatically up coastal hillsides, just as they have for centuries. Souvenir shops sell ceramics

This Is The Newest U.S. National Park Monument — Here’s Where It’s Located

Camp Hale, a World War II training site set among the rolling landscape of Colorado, has been designated as the newest national monument by President Joe Biden. The 50,000 acres of Camp Hale and the neighboring Tenmile Range are now under federal protection from drilling, mining

This Is The Prettiest Small Town In America For Winter Getaways

Winter is fast approaching, and with recent projections pointing to a shocking increase in flight prices, hesitant Americans should probably decide on a vacation destination sooner rather than later. Luckily, one of America’s largest lifestyle publications has elected the prettiest American town

Airlines Cash In as Flexible Work Changes Travel Patterns

Markets are convulsing, and inflation is squeezing consumers. But people are still flying. A lot. Travel didn’t slow much after summer ended, and airline executives now say they expect changing and recovering travel patterns to keep them busy through the holidays and into next year. “Many

This Hotel Brand Is Shaking up the Boutique Hotel Scene

The hotel world has completely changed in the last couple of decades. They’re no longer simply places for out-of-towners to snag a room. Hotel restaurants are now culinary destinations; rooftop bars and lobby lounges have turned into popular hangouts. These so-call “lifestyle hotels” have

10 Hotels In San Francisco That Are Unique In Some Way

San Francisco is definitely a destination full of creative types, no matter the industry. This is a truly spectacular coastal city brimming with stunning architecture, history, art, all things tech, the eccentric, and more. So it's not too surprising that when it comes to the hospitality industry, all

Disney takes its animated films on tour in all-new immersive experience

What does Disney have in common with Vincent Van Gogh and Frida Kahlo? Walt Disney Animation Studios is the latest subject in a series of immersive art experiences taking over exhibition spaces across North America. "Disney Animation: Immersive Experience" will take

Royal Caribbean's new cruise ship aims to be the ideal vacation for young families

Royal Caribbean is betting big on young families with its newest, biggest cruise ship, Icon of the Seas. When the 7,600-passenger vessel launches in 2024, the line hopes it will create "the best family vacation in the world," according to Michael Bayley, the line's president and CEO — the kind

A Peek Inside the New Orient Express Train Reveals It’s More Glamorous Than Ever

When it took its first trip from Paris to Istanbul (then Constantinople) in 1883, the Orient Express redefined what train travel could look like. Nearly 140 years on, as it gears up to hit the tracks again, the high-end rail line might set yet another benchmark for journeys by rail. News that the

Florida Wants to Be a Leader in Accessible Travel. Is It?

When Cory Lee was a child, vacationing in Florida wasn’t easy. Lee remembers visiting the beach, where there were no ramps to get to the beach, no motorized wheelchairs, and little effort toward accessibility. An act like watching the waves crash on the shore

Holiday Travel Won't Be 'Perfect' but Better Than Summer, DOT Says — What to Know

The holidays are quickly approaching and travelers are making plans, but Department of Transportation Sec. Pete Buttigieg said while holiday air travel will likely be an improvement from the chaos of the summer, it still won’t be perfect. Buttigieg’s remarks

Spirit Airlines shareholders approve proposal to merge with JetBlue

Spirit Airlines shareholders voted to approve a $3.8 billion merger proposal with JetBlue. If approved by regulators, it will create the fifth-largest airline in the U.S. The outcome of the vote seemed likely after Spirit's attempt to merge with Frontier Airlines fell apart

The Hollywood Black List

On October 20, 1947, a Congressional committee began investigating Hollywood writers and actors in one of the darkest moments of what is now known as the "Red Scare." As conservative

Delta Passengers In These Two Cities Will Soon Be Able To Fly From Home To The Airport To Catch Flights

Delta Airlines is looking well into the future of air travel, investing in technology that sounds like something out of Blade Runner for passengers in two of its largest destinations. Delta has made a $60 million investment in Joby Aviation, with that

Top 8 Off The Beaten Path Things To Do In O'ahu

With sunny, tropical weather even in the deepest months of winter, O’ahu is a gorgeous island that’s a popular choice as a vacation destination year-round. If you’re planning an upcoming trip to this island, here are 8 off the beaten path things to do that are sure to

The top 10 beaches in England

The English seaside has a reputation for honking, beeping amusements, noisy stag parties and persistent breezes that necessitate erecting a wind-break to keep the sand out of your sandwiches. That’s one side to the English seaside. The other side is

Why You Shouldn't Cancel Your Upcoming Trip to Puerto Rico

ive years ago, Puerto Rico gained international acclaim when the hit song “Despacito” reached the top of the Billboard charts. For the first time, it seemed like all eyes were on this small island in the Caribbean, approximately 100 miles long by 35 miles wide

Explore These Festive Christmas Markets In Historic Vienna

Back in the 13th century, Albrecht I, a duke of Austria and later a king of Germany, sanctioned the holding of a December market, or Krippenmarkt, in Vienna, and the practice soon became a tradition. It continues today with the city's festive Christmas

Royal Caribbean's new Icon of the Seas will be world's biggest cruise ship, with room for nearly 10,000 people

Royal Caribbean has done it again. The cruise line has announced it's building the largest cruise ship ever — even bigger than its recently unveiled Wonder of the Seas, the current record-holder for world's largest cruise ship. The new Icon of the Seas will

Marriott to acquire an affordable Latin American hotel brand, bringing its total to 31

Hotel brand bloat doesn’t appear to be a weight problem that’s going away anytime soon. Marriott International made a surprising brand addition Wednesday by announcing a $100 million deal with Mexico-based Hoteles City Express. The deal

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Carnival Cruise Line will host special Halloween themed activities on all of their cruise ships this month. Carnival Cruise Line is making sure guests have a spooky experience on their October sailings. Until October 31, Carnival Cruise Line’s ships will offer a range

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Views, views, did we mention the views? Chef Nobu’s 14th hotel sits on the volcanic cliffs outside Imerovigli, the highest on the Greek island. Nobu’s Caldera outlook, with the cascading whitewashed homes of Oia in the distance, doesn’t get old. But it's the

You Could Be Entitled to a Refund on Wrongful American Airlines Baggage Fees

American Airlines has reached a settlement on a class-action lawsuit filed against them that claimed the airline had wrongfully charged a group of passengers for their baggage fees. American Airlines has agreed to pay at least $7.5 million to passengers who were

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PAWTUCKET, RI (October 18, 2022) — Collette travelers asked for offer more safari tours, and the tour operator answered that call. Collette shared that booking is now open for its new small group

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After years of unusually low prices on airfare and vacation rentals during the pandemic, travel prices have taken off in 2022. And while travel price inflation has cooled with slowing demand and falling fuel prices this fall, it continues to affect travelers’ plans and budgets. So with travel

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Nelson Garcia's love for Halloween began when he was a kid and has only grown since then. When he was young his family would go to the dollar store and buy all the goodies to decorate their front yard with, like purple string lights and fake ghosts and spiderwebs. Every time Halloween

The First Chief Justice

On this date in 1789, Chief Justice John Jay is sworn in as the first Chief Justice of the United States. Nominated by George Washington to fill the role, John Jay helped to develop early principles upon which the nation's

Emirates Has Seen 'Drastic Increase' In Travel That'll Continue to Soar, Exec Says

As international travel returned in full swing this past summer — to say the least — Emirates sees the trend only continuing, specifically for its U.S.-customer base. “I keep on looking at it in a very optimistic way,” Essa Sulaiman Ahmad, Emirates’ divisional vice president for the U.S. and Canada

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I love Thanksgiving—the constant snacking, no pressure to buy gifts, the kick-off to the holiday season, all of it. What I don't love, especially when my kids were young, are the Thanksgiving travel hassles. Traveling with young kids can be difficult under the best of circumstances; add the

10 Reasons Why Travel Is The Best Education One Can Have

Education is not just about academics. It’s not just about going to a school and getting a degree. Because many essential things cannot be learned in a classroom; rather, these things can only be learned outside while traveling. With the open world as the teacher, the lessons are endless and

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Sometime during 2021, my mother and I realized that the stars might align for a celebration of my father’s 80th birthday this year. My brother and his family were planning to travel to California, where my parents and I live, from his home in Romania in August 2022—my father’s birth month

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On a recent trip to New Zealand, after pandemic restrictions had released its grasp on the country, I found that the one-of-a-kind experiences that filled my days were of course, incredible but surprisingly, normal. In the past, this wouldn’t even be worth noting. But for more than two years

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If you want to start an argument among Disney fans, just ask which is better: Disneyland or Walt Disney World. Faithful fans fiercely defend their favorites, but there is no wrong answer. "It's like picking a favorite child," said Lisa Eylens, who loves both so much she became a planDisney

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It isn’t every day that you can walk to an island, but that is exactly what’s possible now in the middle of the Mississippi River south of St. Louis. Normally, visitors need a boat to reach the appropriately named Tower Rock. Now, however, due to the ongoing drought, the Mississippi

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Another Marriott All-inclusive resort will open in the Dominican Republic. Only a few weeks ago, Marriott Bonvoy announced the first luxury all-inclusive resort for Marriott International, the Sanctuary Cap Cana, which recently debuted with new services and remodeling. And now, the

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For many, the mere mention of Studio Ghibli is enough to conjure a world of whimsy and intrigue. The animation studio famed for some of the most beautiful works in Japanese anime ⁠— My Neighbor Totoro, Spirited Away and Howl’s Moving Castle, just to name a few ⁠— has long

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Growing up in India, I often watched many Bollywood movies where the actors magically broke into a vibrant dance and song in a foreign land. Backgrounds of pristine white sand beaches, dramatic waterfalls, and seven colored Earths profoundly influenced the lifestyle and thinking of

10 Iconic Hotels In Miami For A Staycation & Thanksgiving Celebration

Thanksgiving is the traditional get-together at home time, when families and friends gather around the table, savoring roasted turkey and pumpkin pie and counting their blessings. However, some people are tired of long traditional Thanksgiving preparations, dinners, and brunches and want to

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Breeze Airways is adding two new cities to its route map as part of a broader 13-route expansion announced Tuesday. Flights to the new destinations – Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) and Florida’s Vero Beach Regional Airport (VRB) – begin in February. From

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Azamara, one of the world’s leading destination focused cruise lines, is returning to Venice, Italy in 2023 with their four cruise ships visiting the city 32 times. The cruise line’s return to Venice, beginning April 3, 2023, is part of Azamara Journey’s 12-Night The Best of The Med Voyage

Karen Lundgren and Theresa Scalzitti Named Godmothers of Atlas Ocean Voyages' Ships

Atlas Ocean Voyages has announced that world adventurer Karen Lundgren and Chief Sales Officer for Florida-based Cruise Planners Theresa Scalzitti will serve as godmothers of World Navigator and her new sister-ship World Traveller. The women will be named godmothers at a christening

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As Celebrity Summit prepares to reposition to Miami for her fall and winter Caribbean season, Celebrity Cruises wrapped up a successful first season homeporting in Boston. The vessel operated four 10, 11, and 12-night cruises that sailed the northeast coastline, visiting ports in Maine and

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With the passing of the much-loved and respected Queen Elizabeth II - the longest-reigning British monarch in history, her son has ascended the throne as King Charles III. While he is now king, the formal coronation is yet to take place. The date and place of the coronation have been set for

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On this day in 1356, one of the most devastating earthquakes ever to hit northern Europe struck the small Swiss town of Basel, situated at the southern end of the Upper Rhine Graben. Basel was nearly

Wellness Travel In Brazil: Hotels, Activities & Spas

Brazil inspires visions of lively beaches to bathe on; dense, natural landscapes to explore; and a colorful nightlife to enjoy. And with all that action, certainly you'll need some rest right alongside it. So when you're visiting Brazil, it's all about finding your balance of adventure and rejuvenation. And the

Here's when you should buy travel insurance

There are plenty of reasons to buy travel insurance but saving money and potential headaches are top of mind. Travel costs are continuing to climb (airline tickets, in particular) as people resume leisure travel after taking a hiatus during the height of the

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Perhaps you haven’t yet heard—port is booming. Future Market Insights reports that the global port wine market is primed for a giant compound annual growth rate of 8.1 percent in the next decade. For travelers to Europe’s hottest new (but old) destination

United Airlines Debuts Exclusive Stops From The U.S. For 2023 Summer Travel

United Airlines is going all in when it comes to international flights in 2023. The airline announced this month that it will fly to 37 cities in Europe, Africa, India, and the Middle East next summer, a number it claims equals more destinations than every other U.S.

For Wheelchair Users, Air Travel Can Be a Nightmare—But It Doesn’t Have to Be

I tend to steel myself for the experience of getting from a curb to my airline seat, regardless of how crowded the airport may be or how long the flight is. My parents met in the travel industry and I have a multicultural family based throughout the world

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Expecting not to find much more than a pile of big stones, I followed the sign off the motorway into a little car park and there it was, rising from a flat, green landscape covered in little white flowers, with a few donkeys dotted around: Nuraghe Losa. From

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Hong Kong is widely considered one of the most challenging cities in the world to operate a restaurant -- a roiling cauldron of changing tastes, cleaver-sharp competition and unsavory economics. Right at the heart of its culinary world, with connections to at

Things I Wish I Knew Before Embarking on My First Cruise

My people are not cruise people. Between an easily seasick mother, a landlocked Midwestern childhood, and an inner circle more interested in exploring the land under their feet, the notion of cruising never really came up. I’ve been whale watching and

Little Cities That Think Big: 8 Forward-Thinking Destinations Across the U.S.

More is expected of big cities as leaders in sustainable building, the equitable treatment of neighbors, and championing diversity. But don’t underestimate the Davids. Doing a lot with fewer resources, the following small cities and towns

United Airlines to cut service from Hilo to LAX, the airport's last nonstop route to the mainland

Hilo International Airport (ITO), which serves the eastern side of Hawaii Island, will lose its only nonstop service to the continental United States come 2023. Over the weekend, United Airlines filed plans to discontinue the only available nonstop flight

Attention Cruisers — New Port Of Call For One Of The Most Popular Caribbean Destinations

Cruisers will soon be able to explore more of The Bahamas. The island is building a massive new ship port that promises endless fun for visitors. The $250 million port called Calypso Cove will be able to welcome two large cruise ships, plus mega-yachts

Top 8 Off The Beaten Path Things To Do In Southern California

Southern California is a popular and timeless vacation destination. Featuring iconic attractions such as the Hollywood sign in Los Angeles, as well as no shortage of beautiful beaches, it’s no wonder why. Here are eight off-the-beaten-path things to do

These Are Colorado's 10 Most Haunted Hotels

While the Halloween season is not some people's kind of thing, others consider it one of their annual outings to host parties and celebrations galore. There are many ways to make October 31 a memorable experience, such as encouraging the Halloween spirit

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You're on vacation, the sun is shining on the Caribbean and your only goal for the day is to stretch out on a lounge chair by your cruise ship's pool, order a pina colada and let your real-world worries slip away. You stride onto the Lido Deck like a boss ... only

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Salamander Hotels & Resorts has added three properties in the past half-year, bringing its portfolio to seven. The luxury hospitality management company, privately owned by CEO Sheila Johnson, sees whitespace in the market to provide accessible, non

5 Colorful Hotels to Celebrate Your Pride

Show your pride and make your stay in Greater Palm Springs splash with color. As Greater Palm Springs Pride nears with events set to take place Nov. 1–6 culminating with the Pride Parade down Palm Canyon Drive in Palm Springs, here are some

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This trip-planning method is TikTok-approved. “We each pick three places," nurse and TikToker Eva Machado explained in a September post of she and her husband's planning process. "One has to be within six hours of driving from our house, one has to

The Best Time to Book Holiday Travel? ‘Basically Now.’

According to the travel industry, it’s time to get nervous about the holidays, specifically Thanksgiving and Christmas travel. Travel’s recovery, while good for the economy, means that reservations and rates for everything from flights to hotels, vacation rental

Rental Escapes Releases List Of Top Travel Destinations In 2023

Montreal – October 13, 2022 – Rental Escapes, a full-service luxury villa company specializing in providing unparalleled private villa rentals worldwide, today revealed its top trending travel destinations for 2023. In

The London Beer Flood

They say too much beer is bad for you. Meux's Brewery Co Ltd was a London brewery located at Tottenham Court Road and Oxford Street, one of the city's poorer districts at the time. On October 17, 1814, a vat of beer 22

Get your wallets out: Air travel this holiday season will be pricey

Thinking of flying for the holidays this year? Expect to pay more for airfare than at any other time in recent years. Thanksgiving airfare prices are currently averaging $281 round trip, up 25% from last year, according to travel booking group Hopper. For Christmas travel, airfare prices are

The 2022 Travel Vanguard

In 2016, we created the Travel Vanguard to honor values-oriented leaders making positive changes in the travel industry. This year, we’ve expanded our lens to focus on entire organizations that walk the walk to ensure that travel is a force for good. Out of more than 100 nominees, this

You Can Travel Through Spain For Free By Train For All Of 2023

If you’re planning to travel in Spain soon, you’re in luck. A new program will allow travelers to receive free train tickets for train journeys throughout Spain until at least the end of 2023. This new initiative, which officially launched in September 2022, allows anyone (including international

Plus-size travel can be complicated. Here are some tips to 'enjoy yourself and feel comfortable.'

I never thought I'd see the beauty of our world from a helicopter. I was just too fat. But I persisted. City after city, I pursued tour listings, hoping one day I’d find a company that could make it work. The day came, and I overcame my fear of heights and soared above Niagara Falls

Why Visiting This Country Was My Favorite Solo Trip

Usha enjoyed a long career as a physician in India which afforded her the opportunity to travel solo. Once she retired, it was only natural for her to keep traveling. Her adventures have taught her a lot about the world and what she is capable of doing on her own

What You Should Know About Traveling To Florida Following Hurricane Ian

On September 28th, 2022, Hurricane Ian made Landfall on Florida’s Southwest coast. The devastating category 4 storm sustained winds over 115mph with gusts up to 132mph. Flooding was estimated to be up to 18 ft. on the coast and 6 ft. further inland. Buildings were flooded

A Pampered Stay: Book These 10 Luxury Los Angeles Hotels

With its pristine sandy beaches, vibrant nightclubs full of celebrities, and the best amusement parks, Los Angeles is easily one of the most iconic cities in the world. The city is brimming with lots of family-friendly activities, gorgeous restaurants serving some of the tastiest dishes, and

99% of Yellowstone National Park Is Now Accessible to Visitors As Flood Recovery Efforts Continue

Yellowstone National Park reopened its northeast entrance road for the first time since catastrophic flooding forced its closure. The park reopened the Tower Junction to the Northeast Entrance in Cooke City/Silver Gate, MT, on Oct. 15 to vehicle traffic for the first time since the

Why Doha Is Much More Than a Stopover Destination

Doha—the burgeoning capital of Qatar, the teeny peninsular Arab country in the Persian Gulf—is ready for its close-up. With the 2022 FIFA World Cup taking place in Qatar this November, there’s even more reason to visit this small but mighty country. A steady stream of shiny new hotels

Where to eat in Dublin: My 5 best recommendations

Dublin punches well above its weight when it comes to its thriving food and drink scene. The city is home to so many great places to eat that whittling this list down to just five spots almost seems cruel. You’d need at least a few weeks (and a generous budget - this city is expensive) to

I Slept in the “Murder Room” in the Historic Lizzie Borden House—And You Can Too

If all you know about Lizzie Borden is the well-known nursery rhyme, be prepared for a Borden bombardment should you visit The Historic Lizzie Borden House, the 1892 site of two gruesome murders, which is now—wait for it—a bed and breakfast in Fall River, Massachusetts. The poem

American unveils new 'Instant Status Pass' elite challenge that includes top-tier perks

Looking to shortcut your way to elite status with American Airlines? If so, you’ll definitely want to pay attention to the airline’s latest changes. The Fort Worth-based carrier on Monday unveiled a revamped elite status challenge program that it is calling ”Instant Status Pass.” As part of the

Holland America Cruise Ship Recreates the Cruise Line's First Voyage

On October 15, 1872, a group of 60 immigrants boarded a Holland America Line cruise ship and set sail for New York City. It was the cruise line’s very first voyage on Rotterdam I. Exactly 150 years later, Rotterdam VII departed from Rotterdam, Netherlands recreating that very first cruise

Statue of Liberty Crown Officially Reopens After Two-Year Closure

The National Park Service officially reopened the crown atop New York City’s Statue of Liberty on Tuesday after a two-year pandemic-induced closure. The crown is the highest viewpoint open to tourists on the statue and has been closed since March 16, 2020

Turf houses: Iceland's original 'green' buildings

With its lonely lava fields, sheer bluffs and stark boulder-strewn plains, Iceland is one of Europe's most barren countries. Across much of the island, the utter remoteness is striking, and that's especially true in the far-flung Northwestern Region, where I had

Spectacular interiors of rediscovered Orient Express carriages revealed

For years, several vintage Orient Express train carriages lay, forgotten, at a small railway station on the border between Poland and Belarus called Malaszwewicze. One day in 2015, French railway fan Arthur Mettetal spotted the distinctive blue carriages in a

5 Ways to Relax and Soak Up Culture at Charm City's Top Boutique Hotels

A hub for art and culture, steeped in history, and home to diverse communities who are reimaging the city with vibrant culinary, craft beer, and other creative scenes, Baltimore is a stimulating, under-the-radar destination when an urban vacation is calling. Plus, a

Thanksgiving Travel Predictions Tips & What To Avoid During The 2022 Holidays

If people have not already started planning for Thanksgiving vacations, it is imperative to begin planning now! Although traveling over the holidays might be expensive, it is possible to get affordable Thanksgiving flights with a little bit of research and flexibility

A First Look at American Airlines' New Admirals Club Lounges

In the past, airport lounges have been designed with the business traveler in mind. But as “luxury leisure” travelers start to outnumber people flying for work, airport lounges are aiming to feel more homey and less corporate than before. A prime example of this

This Roman Aqueduct From 19 B.C. Is Hidden in an Italian Department Store — Where to Find It

While traversing the city of Rome, it goes without saying that historical landmarks are everywhere — even in the basement of a department store. “Rome is a lasagna. We build layer on layer so we have to build around our ancient city,” luxury travel advisor

Why You Should Never Swap Seats on a Plane

You’re sitting in an aisle seat. You picked it out special—probably even paid extra for it!—so that you can have that smidgeon of extra room. And you feel a tap on your shoulder. “Excuse me,” says the face smiling down at you, eyes pleading, “I was

New Online Form Streamlines Entry Into This Popular Caribbean Island

Have you ever forgotten to complete an immigration form before flying to a new country? If you have, especially during the pandemic, you know how it feels to be barred from boarding your flight until the paperwork is done. When your fellow travelers

Hilton snaps back to pre-pandemic elite status requirements for 2023

Party (and stay) like it’s basically pre-pandemic times when it comes to Hilton’s road map to earning elite status next year. This week, the hotel giant rolled out refreshed guidelines for earning Hilton Honors status, and it feels like a return to normal. Reduced

A Luxurious New Dreams All Inclusive Resort Opens In Cozumel

The freezing Northern Hemisphere winter is fast approaching, and soon enough, millions of Americans will be flocking into airports in hopes of catching the next flight to the Caribbean. There is an abundance of options available this year, now that most

10 Places in Europe Where You’ll Be Fined for Seemingly Small Things

Even though Europe is a fairly small continent, it has a lot of countries that deal with many tourists–and some of them don’t always behave. It’s perhaps unsurprising that some errant tourist behavior, as well as overzealous officialdom, has resulted in some

Explora Journeys Details Spa and Fitness Offerings on First Cruise Ship

MSC Group’s new luxury cruise line Explora Journeys has announced details on the wellness offerings that guests will be able to enjoy aboard its first vessel. The Spa will mirror the gentle, hypnotic effect of the ocean. Over 7,500 square feet of space is

The Battle of Hastings

On October 14th, 1066, a battle took place in England that in many ways determined the course of the next 1,000 years of western history. The army of Duke William of Normandy of France fought the

Blue-Roads Touring Announces 2023 ‘Save Your Seat’ Sale

Small group experts Blue-Roads Touring has today announced the launch of its 2023 ‘Save Your Seat’ sale offering a $175 per person discount on a range of their award-winning trips to the UK and

The Knights Templar

In the year 1307 AD, October 13th fell on a Friday. King Philip IV of France was deeply in debt to the powerful religious order, the Knights Templar. The King began to pressure Pope Clement V to

Women Who Travel Podcast: Train Tripping Around India With Author Monisha Rajesh

Having grown up exploring much of Europe by train, Lale takes a look at how rail travel can offer one of the most exciting—and interesting—ways to see a new place, and chats with author and journalist Monisha Rajesh about the time she took 80 train journeys around India, and later, the

Travel industry warned ‘tackle climate disaster before it’s too late’

The travel industry has been urged to prove its commitment to sustainability with “rapid decarbonisation” to avoid a climate disaster. James Thornton, chief executive of Intrepid Travel, one of the first carbon-neutral tour operators, warned delegates at the Abta travel convention in

Delta Earnings Are Solid as Airline Signals Optimism on Travel Demand

Delta Air Lines said Thursday that it had high hopes for the last three months of the year after ending the busy summer season with a healthy profit. The airline reported a $695 million profit over the three months that ended in September, despite rising costs and Hurricane Ian’s disruptions to

Should you go to Florida yet? The ethics of travel after a hurricane.

On Visit Florida’s website, click on the “Southwest” region of the map and a link sweeps you off to Barefoot Beach in Naples. In the photo, beach goers lounge on the white sand, a gentle breeze barely ruffling the beach umbrellas. Wavelets ripple across the Gulf of Mexico. You want to be

Why Sweden Is the Perfect Place to Travel With Little Kids

Alexander Skarsgård, Ikea, meatballs, Abba, and reindeer aren’t the only reasons to love Sweden, especially if you’re a mom or dad to a little one. Ubiquitous high chairs, changing tables, and playgrounds are a few other things traveling parents might fall in love with in the Scandinavian

This Airline Perk Is a Must Have for Couples Who Travel Together

Air travel is normally twice as expensive when you're shopping for two, but it doesn't have to be. Several major airlines offer a companion pass, also sometimes called a companion fare or companion certificate. This perk allows a companion to fly with you at a heavily discounted rate or

Why Travelers Should Avoid Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport At All Costs Right Now

Are you planning your winter trip to Europe? Depending on your final destination, it’s very likely that your flight might transit through Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport. It would be in your best interest to find an alternative route at this time, as Schiphol Airport is in the midst of utter chaos

Bears, Trees, and Zero Coffee: What a Week-Long Wilderness Retreat Is Really Like

I wasn’t nervous until the van started moving. It was early on a Saturday in late September. I’d just arrived at Spokane International Airport and met the contingent of people I’d be driving north with—all of us bound for Mountain Trek, a wilderness retreat in Ainsworth, British Columbia. We chatted

It Just Got More Expensive to Visit Both Disney Parks — What to Know

Ahead of Disney’s 100th anniversary celebration of the company, Walt Disney World and Disneyland increased its prices for its digital trip planner, Disney Genie+, and expedited attraction line service, Lightning Lane. Effective immediately, both parks' services — which can be found in the MyDisney

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For families with young children – or adults seeking to recapture their childhood – a trip to LEGOLAND is likely on the must-do list. And with the rapid development of LEGOLAND® parks over the past decade or so, crossing that visit off the list has gotten much easier. In fact, with the recent

Popular National Park Hotel Getting A Facelift — What You Can Expect

Yosemite’s famed Ahwahnee Hotel will close for 2 months in early 2023 to undergo a major seismic upgrade. Perhaps the most well-known hotel in the National Park System, the Ahwahnee will be secured in the event of an earthquake, an upgrade park officials have known for years was

What to eat and drink in Guatemala

Sharing a rich Mayan culture with southern Mexico, Guatemala borrows many culinary influences from its neighbor to the north. Like Mexico, Guatemala blends Spanish flavors and Mesoamerican traditions in the kitchen, drawing on celebrity indigenous ingredients such as avocados and the

These Are The Best Resorts In Punta Cana

Punta Cana is one of the most popular destinations in the Caribbean, and its paradisiac landscape and affordable prices are the perfect combinations for travelers who want to have a great time. There're several outdoor activities on the island, but Punta Cana is famous for its all-inclusive

Ritz Carlton Evrima to Set Sail October 15

It’s been a long time coming. But the highly anticipated cruise ship from the storied Ritz Carlton hotel brand, the 298-passenger yacht Evrima, will make its first sailing this Saturday, October 15. Luxury lovers have been waiting for this debut for quite a while, for a few reasons. One, a hotel

Felicity Aston, The First Woman To Cross Antarctica Solo, Named Godmother Of Silver Endeavour

Silversea Cruises has named Felicity Aston MBE the Godmother of their newest and most luxurious vessel, Silver Endeavour! An honored polar explorer, television presenter, author, and climate scientist, Felicity Aston is the first woman to ski solo across Antarctica in 2012. Aston is also the first

Christopher Columbus

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Interest in The Travel Institute’s New Agent Training Surpasses Pre-Pandemic Levels

The Travel Institute is reporting interest in its new agent training program has surpassed pre-pandemic levels with a 78% increase in attendance for its introductory webinars in 2022 year-to-date over

Earn 10% commission on flights from NYC to the Azores, Madeira, Lisbon, Porto, Charles de Gaulle or Cape Verde

SATA Azores Airlines launches its Winter 22/23 schedule. All flights are operated by the fuel-efficient A321 Neo LR. Schedule, timings, and aircraft refer to a typical winter week. For further information

The last Covid holdouts in Asia are throwing open their doors for travel -- except for China

Across Asia, borders are opening and quarantine measures are lifting as even the last few countries clinging to Covid restrictions embrace a return to travel. Except, that is, in one country: China. After having their economies battered by nearly three years of halted

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Last week, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced it would no longer be maintaining a country-by-country travel advisory of Covid-19 risk. Instead of assessing the level of Covid-19 infection in each country, the CDC will post notices only

United adds new trans-Atlantic flights for summer 2023 in bet on travel recovery

United Airlines is planning another big schedule increase for trans-Atlantic travel, in a bet that consumers will continue to shell out for international trips, some of which they had put off for years. Next summer, United says it will fly to 37 cities in Europe, Africa, India

The Best Time to Book Cheap Flights For Thanksgiving This Year

With Thanksgiving coming up in November, many Americans are making their holiday travel plans now. Thanksgiving is always a busy week for travel. In 2021, 53.4 million Americans were traveling at Thanksgiving – and 4.2 million of those people were traveling

The Promise and Peril of Space Tourism

It was a fine spring evening in New York City, and the Goldberg brothers were at an event to consider the proposition of traveling to space. They had tippled a few cocktails, their mood was convivial, and, from their posture of repose on the fifth floor of the private club

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If collecting $15,000 to up and move to Sardinia is too much of a commitment right now, why not get paid to just travel to one of the most beautiful regions in Italy instead? Friuli-Venezia Giulia, in the far northeast of the country, is covering transportation costs to the

Survey Reveals Passengers' Actual Thoughts When It Comes to Reclining Seats, Sharing Armrests, and More

The age-old question of whether to recline or not to recline your airplane seat has plagued travelers for years. Well, turns out, more than two-thirds of passengers think it’s rude — but that doesn’t mean they aren’t doing it anyway. In fact, more than 77% of

Seasonal reservation requirements ending at some of America's most popular national parks

The long list of things to prepare before visiting America's national parks just got shorter. With the summer travel season over, reservation requirements are easing at some of the National Park Service's busiest parks. Effective Wednesday, travelers no longer need

Why Liking Beer Might Get You An Honorary Job And Free Stay At This Hotel

Marriott is looking for one special person who has a taste for beer and a desire to travel. The company’s Four Points by Sheraton brand is currently taking applications for its “chief brew officer,” or CBO, an honorary position that comes with a list of perks and what the

8 questions to ask before planning a bachelorette trip to Nashville

It’s no secret that Nashville is a bachelorette hotspot, and it’s claimed that title for good reason – the enticing combo of great food, great drinks and great music make for an excellent time perfect for celebrating the bride-to-be. But with the power that

Is a Venetian Gondola Ride a Giant Waste of Money?

Ah, the Venetian gondola. No boat is more instantly recognizable, with its lacquered hull and pointed prow. Decked in gold, from the embroidered pillows to the hammered leaves, with the gondoliers in striped t-shirts, the spiffy black pants, and the occasional straw

Extravagant Dream Vacation: Book These 10 Luxury Resorts In Bali

It’s no secret that Bali has become one of the iconic tourist destinations of Southeast Asia. This well-earned recognition is built on the elegance of the Balinese culture, the beauty of its natural environment, and the warmth of its people. A luxurious experience in Bali

Holland America Line Offering $1 Cruise Deposits for One Day Only

The cruise line’s $1 deposit special is good on October 12, 2022. Yes, you can reserve your next cruise on a Holland America cruise ship for just a dollar. It is good on more than 450 cruise itineraries and includes up to 40% off cruise fares. This special offer from

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From disembodied voices to apparitions dressed in Victorian-era suits, some of the most legendary hauntings have occurred in hotels. In historic lodgings across the United States, people have reported unusual smells, like the lingering scent of a live cigar or old

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There are Italian villages that sell houses for the price of a cup of coffee, places that pay you to move there -- and now there's a region that will pay you just to visit. Friuli Venezia Giulia, in the far northeast of the country, will reimburse visitors' journeys if they travel by train from

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The unusually low water level in the lower Mississippi River is causing barges to get stuck in mud and sand, disrupting river travel for shippers, recreational boaters and even passengers on a cruise line. Lack of rainfall in recent weeks has left the Mississippi River approaching record

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With COVID cases continuing to fall across the United States, many people are feeling much less apprehensive about travel, including about a mode of transportation that was off-limits during much of the pandemic: cruising. But as Murphy’s Law states, “Anything that can go

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On October 5, 1947, President Harry Truman made the first presidential address broadcast by television. In 1947, however, only a few thousand Americans had televisions. Therefore, most Americans did not watch the

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With my napkin for protection, I gingerly pushed aside the half-full bowl of tomato-cheddar soup and hummus plate the last occupant had left behind. It was a minor inconvenience to make room for my own bowl of free chow. Besides, it had already taken me several minutes to secure a table at a very

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What is it about fall that makes us excited to travel again? Maybe it’s that the summer wedding season is firmly behind us, or that the kids are back in school? Or maybe it’s that the autumn months, with still-warm (but not hot and humid) days and pleasantly chilly nights, seem to be a

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Southwest Florida International Airport in Fort Myers, Florida, like other airports in Florida, closed on Tuesday, September 27, in preparation for Hurricane Ian’s landfall. The next day, Ian made landfall near Cayo Costa, an island just off the coast of Fort Myers, according to the National Hurricane

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Perugia's location along the slope of the prominent and iconic hills that define the Umbrian region has made it strategically important since the Etruscan era and its sizable student population counts an impressive number of foreign students. Almost exactly halfway between Rome and Florence, Perugia

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While events in historic cities like Dublin, London, Bucharest and Prague are bound to be frightfully fun, looking further afield at Halloween could mean you reap the rewards of exploring some of the most authentically spooky surrounds Europe has to offer. If you have a curious bone in your body

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The thought of walking in the clouds is given a new meaning with glass bridges and skywalks around the world. These glass bridges are meant for adventurers to appreciate panoramic views, but they are definitely not for the faint-hearted. If you think you are up for the challenge of crossing one

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Inflation could dash some of the holiday cheer for many Americans who plan on traveling for the season. Surging gas, airfare and hotel costs are making travelers especially budget-conscious, according to a new survey from Bankrate. Americans said they plan to travel shorter distances, spend

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U.S. citizens planning to go on an international trip may want to take the time to check online as the State Department issued new Travel Advisories for Italy, France, Belize and other countries on Tuesday. In total, 81 new Travel Advisories were posted, including four "Level 4" Travel Advisories for

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In spite of the United States’ slower-than-expected post-Covid recovery and latest political imbroglios, the dollar has moved upwards while most of the competing currencies, including the Euro and the British pound, which have always been much stronger, fell hard. In simpler

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Delta Air Lines has relaunched its popular SkyMiles Experiences program after a two-year hiatus due to COVID-19. The auction-based program, which originally launched in 2007, allows travelers to use their miles to bid on VIP experiences such as dining at impossible-to-reserve

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"We're going to the end of Pakistan," I announced to my children, wrestling on their umpteenth layer of clothing. "Will we go up or down?" they asked, flaunting characteristic first-grade geographical awareness. "Up," I answered, "Way up." We were headed to the highest-altitude

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Norwegian Cruise Line will further ease its COVID-19 rules, dropping all mask, vaccination, and testing requirements starting Tuesday. Passengers will no longer need to show proof of vaccination or a negative COVID test result to board, though the changes are subject to local

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Compact Singapore may take less than an hour to drive across on a good day, but it has a wealth of tasty food options that reflect the diverse cultures that have come to call this island home. These original recipes were introduced by the early migrants bringing a piece of their

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Nothing beats an excellent Caribbean vacation. Sometimes sun, sand, and surf will turn your world around, reset your mind, and recharge your batteries. But for the ultimate experience, it's crucial to choose the perfect place for lodging. A great hotel will make your stay

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As Florida grapples with the devastating aftermath of Hurricane Ian, many airlines and other brands are ready to get involved — and incentivize travelers and customers to do the same. The storm made landfall on Florida’s Gulf Coast as a Category 4 hurricane earlier this week with

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The European Office for Statistics, Eurostat, has said that during the first half of 2022, guests spent around 199 million nights in short-term rental accommodation booked via Booking.com, Airbnb, TripAdvisor, or Expedia Group in the European Union. According to Eurostat, the

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A Carnival cruise ship returned to its homeport for the first time in nearly three years and became the first cruise ship to enter Australian waters with international passengers in nearly three years. Carnival Splendor was welcomed with a special escort by sister-brand P&O Cruises

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On October 3, 1847, the great American poet, critic, and novelist Edgar Allan Poe was found delirious on the streets of Baltimore, Maryland. It was election day, and he was dressed peculiarly in another person's

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US travel agents are a key element of SATA Azores Airlines’ sales strategy in North America. Discover the World has been engaged to enhance and enlarge SATA’s relationship with the travel trade in the USA

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We all need a getaway once in a while. And if your vacation plans have different components -- a flight, lodging, and activities, for example -- then you may be considering using a travel agent. The clear benefit of a travel agent? Not having to do all of that work yourself. Your travel

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New York City is one of the most iconic cities in the United States, and for good reason. Home to landmarks such as the Statue of Liberty and the Empire State Building, New York is a great choice to visit year-round. For those planning to visit this fall, here are 8 hotels that won’t

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The Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) in Fort Myers remains closed Monday as the state continues to deal with the aftermath of Hurricane Ian. The airport closed last week as the devastating hurricane swept through the state, made landfall as a powerful Category 4

Virgin Atlantic Has Announced a New Gender-Neutral Uniform Policy

As a non-binary person, seeing the launch of Virgin Atlantic’s campaign last week, which welcomes all staff to wear whichever of its uniforms feels most comfortable, was incredibly empowering. Even more empowering though, was the work that has clearly been done behind

Spend an autumn day at one of the 10 best apple orchards in the US

The United States' first apple orchard was planted in 1625 near Boston's Beacon Hill. Today, there are over 5,000 growers producing apples across the country (according to the U.S. Apple Association). That's 240 million bushels of apples each year! To help with the harvest, many

This cruise ship has a submarine; here's what it's like to be 1,000 feet under the sea

"A spot just opened up on the submarine for this morning's dive," Seabourn Venture's expedition coordinator, Chris, announced when I answered my cabin phone on Seabourn Cruises' Seabourn Venture. "Can you be here in 5 minutes?" I had just woken up, but the news

Germany to Continue Applying Relaxed COVID Entry Rules for Incoming Travellers Until January 31

The German government has announced that the country will continue to apply relaxed entry rules for all travellers until January 31. Through one of its most recent press releases, the government said that all incoming travellers would continue to be permitted restriction-free

Viking christens Viking Octantis, Polaris

Viking christened both its new expedition ships -- Viking Octantis and Viking Polaris -- at a joint ceremony in Amsterdam today. The line chose the first two women to cross Antarctica -- Liv Arnesen and Ann Bancroft -- as godmothers to the Viking Octantis and Viking Polaris

Collette Returns to Japan Amidst Borders Reopening

With this week’s news that Japan’s borders will reopen to foreign tourists after more than two years due to the Covid-19 pandemic, global tour operator Collette today announced that booking is now open for its two

James Dean Dies

Iconic actor James Byron Dean died on this date in 1955 from injuries sustained in a head-on motor vehicle accident. Best know for his role in Rebel Without a Cause, Dean symbolized the rebelliousness of youth for a

Is your cruise green? Here’s how to tell.

The small cruise ships of the Hurtigruten fleet, which serve Norway’s picturesque coastal routes, are painted red and black. But on the inside, they are green, according to the company. A decade ago, the cruise line ditched heavy fuel oil in favor of cleaner-burning marine gas oil

Summer's over, but the European travel season isn't

Airline executives say demand for flights to Europe from the U.S. has remained resilient into the fall, well past the traditional peak for trips to the region, as eager travelers make up for lost time and airlines look to boost revenue after more than two years of the coronavirus pandemic

What Makes Aruba So Dreamy, According to a Travel Expert

“Bon dia!” Louella Brezovar says in greeting, which mean “Good Day!” in Papiamento, Aruba’s native language. Brezovar grew up in Aruba before setting out on an international career in hospitality (now in its impressive 34th year) that eventually brought her back to her homeland

Anti-Asian hate crimes are scaring Chinese travelers away from the US

Cannon Yu lives in Shantou, Guangdong province. In the past, her sales job at a packaged-foods company took her to business conferences all over the world. But she hasn't left China since early 2020 and is taking her sales calls online instead of in person in Thailand, Germany

The Airlines with the Most Legroom

Flying in comfort with enough legroom to stretch out and, yes, maybe even stow your bag under the seat in front of you seems like a simple ask. Unfortunately, this isn't always the case—not all economy seats are created equal—but doing the research to select a flight that’ll give

10 Quirky & Fun Hotels Only Found In Portland

Portland is the home to quirky attractions and unique sights in the best way possible. From the Freakybuttrue Peculiarium and Museum to the Witch’s Castle, Portland is a perfect destination for lovers of all things quirky! Travelers looking for incredible museums, endless options of

City of festivals: when is the best time to visit Venice?

Venice doesn’t know a true low season. The Serenissima is so unique and so famous that the desire to see it with one’s own eyes knows no seasonal limit. Each time of the year has its pros and cons, as well as different activities and events to enjoy up and down the canals. Decide

New Zealand's overlooked indigenous cuisine

On any night in Auckland, you can have your pick of world cuisine, whether you're hankering for hand-pulled biang biang noodles swathed in chilli oil, or a Margherita pizza cooked by someone holding official Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana certification. But what about

This Waterfront Hotel Might Be the Most Exciting New Hotel in Portugal's Algarve

As the sun sets above southern Portugal's notoriously scenic, rugged coastline, an explosion of pinks and oranges illuminate the sky with bold hues spilling over the whitewashed rooftops in the distance. It is that dreamy view that welcomes guests of the elegant rooftop bar and Italian

Disney World, Universal Orlando, SeaWorld Orlando announce reopening dates after Hurricane Ian

After Hurricane Ian, now a tropical storm, hit Florida with "historic" heavy rain, strong winds and storm surge, the state's biggest theme parks are assessing damage and have announced their slated reopenings. The hurricane ripped through the state on Wednesday as one of the

Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park Is Using Visitors’ Cameras To Help Protect Gorillas — Here’s How

Protecting the mountain gorillas in Rwanda is a major initiative, and now social media can play a part in the movement. Visit Rwanda and the Rwanda Development Board are teaming up to use Instagram to help play a role in protecting the country’s wildlife. With GorillaGram, visitors

Best U.S. Islands You Don't Need a Passport to Visit

You don’t need to venture as far as New Zealand or even Curaçao to get on “island time.” Not when you can break free from the mainland without even leaving the contiguous 48 states (sorry, Oahu). And, yeah, we realize that “contiguous” and “island” shouldn’t exactly be used

Washington National Cathedral

Construction on the Washington National Cathedral was begun on this date in 1907. Located at Wisconsin and Massachusetts Avenues in Washington, DC, the National Cathedral is a Gothic edifice belonging to

The Witches of Navarra, Spain

Hidden in the Baztan Valley near the southwestern French border and a few miles away from the pristine shores of the Bay of Biscay, sits a little village with a big secret. Removed from the bustle of the Basque Country’s San Sebastian and the glitz of Biarritz, Zugarramurdi is a

15,000 kilometers by boat, train, car and on foot: Highlights of a caffeine-fueled journey through Indonesia

Even after traveling extensively through Indonesia for more than two decades, I sometimes struggle to grasp the true scale and diversity of the biggest island nation on the planet. My latest travel book -- "Kopi Dulu: Caffeine-fuelled Travels through Indonesia" -- describes a

Airports close and airlines cancel flights as Hurricane Ian roars ashore

Airlines, airports and the federal government braced Wednesday for aviation infrastructure to take a major blow from Hurricane Ian. Cancellations and closures piled up across the Florida peninsula as the mammoth storm roared ashore. The storm made landfall about 3 p.m.

Lynx Air Announces 4 New Flight Routes To The U.S.

The Canadian ultra-low-cost airline Lynx Air has announced four new flight routes over the border to the United States. The airline, which is based in Calgary, serves a range of different destinations across Canada, but the announcement of its four new routes to the U.S. will be the

The Northern Lights Could Make an Appearance in the Lower 48 This Weekend

Three weeks ago, the Northern Lights, a phenomenon that sees ethereal streamers of colored light pirouette across the night sky, made a rare appearance in the Lower 48, coloring the skies in places like Wisconsin and Michigan. For those who missed it, fear not, as you may have

Watch the First-ever All-electric Passenger Plane Take Its Inaugural Flight

An all-electric passenger plane took flight for the first time this week, making history in the effort to make zero-emissions planes a commercial reality. The Alice aircraft, which is manufactured by Eviation Aircraft, took off on Sept. 27 from Grant County International Airport

What to Do If You Get Sick Abroad

Whether for work or play, international travel requires plenty of planning. And while that’s true for the details of your trip—where you’ll go and what you’ll do—it’s also true for the “what ifs,” including: What if I get sick? Fortunately, there’s a lot you can do both before you take off and

'It’s the people that mess it up': Why Kaena Point could be Hawaii's first national heritage area

Thomas Shirai traces his family’s ties to Ka‘ena all the way back to the Great Mahele of 1848. Before the historic change in Hawaii’s land tenure system, Shirai’s great-great grandfather, Kaaemoku Kakulu, was the last konohiki, or caretaker, of Kawaihapai, a land division in Waialua

EPCOT's Candlelight Processional Narrators Is An All-Star List — Seriously, One Is A Hall Of Famer

The Candlelight Processional has been a part of the holiday season at Walt Disney World’s EPCOT for more than 50 years, and the tradition will continue this year with a long list of celebrity narrators. Stars of stage and screen, music, and sports are all part of the lineup for

8 Simple Ways Hotels Can Be Better for Everyone

As the hospitality industry recovers from the impacts of COVID-19, the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) identified accessible tourism as a “game-changer” for travel brands and businesses. Plus-size travelers are ready to make their needs known and have them met. The

Why luxury trains are the next stop for some luxury hotel brands

You have more than Agatha Christie to thank if you immediately think “Orient Express” when someone brings up the notion of luxury train travel (preferably sans murder). The Venice-Simplon Orient Express still runs today thanks to travel company Belmond (formerly known as

Mexico's 1,500-year-old unknown pyramids

From a distance, the grey volcanic rock pyramids and their encircling stonewalls looked like something that Mother Nature had wrought herself. Located in Cañada de La Virgen (The Valley of the Virgin), an area about 30 miles outside the city of San Miguel del Allende in Mexico's

Hotel Prices Forecasted to Increase in 2023 in Most European Cities

A recent report by American Express Global Business Travel has revealed that hotel prices are set to rise over the next year, with European cities that will experience the largest increases. Meanwhile, the Travel Management Company’s (TMC) 2023 Hotel Rates Report highlighted that

Cruise Line Adds New Cruises to Bora Bora and Tahiti in 2024

A cruise line has added new cruises to Bora Bora, Tahiti, and the French Polynesia in 2024 and has opened these new voyages for bookings. Paul Gauguin Cruises, a cruise line that was recently ranked the #1 small ship line, has opened reservations for its 2024 cruises featuring

Cynthia D'Aoust Named President of American Queen Voyages

American Queen Voyages has announced that industry veteran Cynthia D’Aoust will be the new president of the cruise line! D’Auost has over 40 years of experience in the travel and hospitality industry, serving as the President of Hospitality for Cape Resorts Management

7 things to know about traveling during a hurricane

As Hurricane Ian churned toward the Gulf Coast of Florida on Tuesday, airports closed, residents and tourists fled mandatory evacuation zones and people who stayed were making last-minute preparations. The Category 3 storm is expected to make landfall Wednesday night

10 New Standout Hotels in Asia

From ryokans overlooking rice fields to resorts on private islands, there’s no shortage of inviting places to stay in Asia. Here are 10 noteworthy newcomers — a modest selection given the hundreds of tantalizing properties that have opened since the beginning of the pandemic. Yet

How To Plan Long-Term Travel (With Tips That Actually Help)

Planning long-term travel seems like a daunting task, and visitors are not always sure exactly where to draw the line when the usual short-term vacation changes everything and last many months or even a year. Regardless of how long one takes to experience new places, planning is

Feeling Burned Out? Travel Experts Share The Best Destinations For Black Women To Recharge

Black women are real-life superheroes. We juggle our studies, work, and businesses with everything else we have going on, including relationships, motherhood, auntie-hood, and all that falls in between, gracefully. But all superheroes need a break because the burnout is rea

Virgin Voyages Is Offering 50% Off Cruises for the Next Month – How to Book

Travelers looking to experience Virgin Voyages can score a major discount — up to 50% the originally advertised fare — on most sailings through the end of 2022. In partnership with Bilt, a rewards program and credit card that allows tenants to earn points on rent, travelers can

Is TSA PreCheck or Clear Better for Frequent Travelers?

Which is better: TSA PreCheck vs Clear? The answer depends on which airports you typically fly from, as not every airport has both options. Both are primarily for domestic air travelers or when flying internationally from (but not to) the United States. For those entering the U.S.

Disney World, Universal Orlando among Florida theme parks closing ahead of Hurricane Ian

As Hurricane Ian churns closer, Florida's theme parks are hurriedly preparing for its arrival. Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, just miles from where the hurricane was previously expected to make landfall, was the first park to shutter ahead of the storm on Tuesday. Walt Disney World

Multiple Florida airports close, airlines issue travel waivers in preparation for Hurricane Ian

As Hurricane Ian approaches Florida's Sarasota County, some Florida airports have announced closures, and airlines are offering travel waivers for those impacted. Many travelers have already had their plans disrupted. Nearly 2,000 U.S. flights slated for Wednesday have been

The Norman Invasion

For eight months, the Duke of Normandy's ships were prevented from sailing to England because of unfavorable winds. King Harold of England amassed his army early, but the long wait for the Duke of Normandy's

New JetBlue App Aims To Solve Trip-Planning Headaches For Family And Friends

Just about every airline has an app to allow for the purchase and travel of their flights. But JetBlue is taking it to another level. The airline has introduced Troupe, an app that allows for group planning. The app allows everyone planning a family reunion, golf getaway, bachelor

3 Reasons Why This Is The Perfect Time To Visit Japan Now That The Border Is Open

This fall, Japan is finally allowing vaccinated Americans to travel without being part of an organized tour group for the first time since the pandemic began. If you’ve been saving some bucks for a once-in-a-lifetime trip to the Imperial Asian jewel, now is the perfect time to book

Your ultimate guide to Raja Ampat, where oceans collide

The 1500 islands, cays and shoals that make up Raja Ampat lie on prime real estate at the heart of the Coral Triangle, a biodiversity hot spot where the Pacific and Indian Oceans collide. Likened to the “Amazon of the seas,” this tropical labyrinth holds one of the world’s highest

You Can Hike To Kentucky's Only Abandoned Ghost Ship

In the center of the nation, just off the Ohio River, far from the ocean, lies a ghost ship. Kentucky seems an unlikely place to find a United States Navy ghost ship. The USS Phenakite (also called USS Sachem) was a converted yacht that served in both World Wars and today sits

At least 5 cruise ships stuck at sea as Hurricane Ian closes Florida ports

Thousands of passengers on cruise ships this week are getting something they probably didn't expect when their cruises began a few days ago: extra days at sea. The closure of three major Florida cruise ports Tuesday and Wednesday due to the approach of Hurricane Ian — Port

How to Save Big on Your Next Hawaii Vacation

Hawaii is a special spot with more than 100 islands scattered across the Pacific Ocean. But only seven of these islands are inhabited today—and only six of them can be traversed by tourists. Oahu, Maui, Kauai, Molokai, Lanai, and the Island of Hawaii (which is commonly referred to as

Owamni: The US' best new restaurant?

On the back patio at Owamni – the Minneapolis, Minnesota, restaurant owned by Sean Sherman and Dana Thompson – the late-evening sun cast my dessert in a natural spotlight. Marigold-coloured agave squash caramel cascaded slowly down the sides of a sunflower-seed

Disney Cruise Line Drops Vaccine Requirement

Some great news on this Tuesday morning! Disney Cruise Line has removed mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations from their list of embarkation protocols starting October 14, 2022. Unvaccinated guests will be allowed to sail, but will still be required to test negative for COVID

These Are The Most Affordable Sandals Resorts, Ranked By Cost

Sandals Resorts is an adult-only vacation destination for couples celebrating their anniversary, honeymoon, or babymoon, and also offers wedding ceremonies. However, it is known for being one of the luxurious beach destinations globally, which demands a considerable amount from

Canada to remove final Covid-19 travel restrictions

From October 1, Canada is removing all remaining Covid-19 entry restrictions including testing, quarantine and isolation requirements, officials announced Monday. "The Government of Canada will not renew the order in council that expires on September 30 and will therefore

Traveling for Thanksgiving? Here are 5 tips from travel experts

It's no secret that traveling this summer was more chaotic than in years past. But how will travel around Thanksgiving — one of the busiest flying seasons in the U.S. — look this year? In the summer, air travel was hugely impacted by understaffing amid the COVID-19 pandemic

We Don't Have to Travel Less to Save the Planet

As the world fully emerges from the shadow of COVID-19 and global travel resumes, a defining moment is in hand for the U.S. travel industry to reinvent itself and create a more sustainable future. The less-congested highways and smog-free skies we saw in the early days of the

Travel To Orlando Is About To Get Much Smoother With Opening Of New High Tech Terminal

Orlando is one of the busiest international hubs not only in the U.S. but the entire world. Serving as the gateway to Central Florida and the Disney parks, the airport is seeing a surge of new investments lately as demand increases. In fact, its post-Covid rebound has been so

Mexico's Valle de Guadalupe Bursts With Cross-Border Flavors as Food and Wine Fest Returns

Valle de Guadalupe is known for producing some of Mexico’s most distinctive wine and coastal gastronomy. But this October, foodies and oenophiles have even more reason to visit the Baja wine region: The Valle Food & Wine Festival returns after a three-year hiatus. From October 21

Airlines Issue Travel Waivers Ahead of Hurricane Ian's Predicted Impact — What to Know

Hurricane Ian rapidly intensified Monday as it hovered near Cuba and threatened parts of Florida’s western coast, forcing airlines and airports to issue warnings in preparation. The storm was expected to bring “hurricane-force winds” to the west-central area of Florida by

Hurricane Ian disrupts major cruise line itineraries. Here are the major changes so far.

Major cruise lines have adjusted scheduled stops due to Hurricane Ian, in some cases changing nearly entire itineraries. Norwegian Cruise Line rerouted a Sunday round-trip cruise from Miami with scheduled stops in George Town, Grand Cayman, Roatán, Honduras, and Harvest Caye

An Illinois Town Is Looking For Scarecrow Hunters — How You Can Join The Fun (2022)

Calling all scarecrow hunters! For its 37th year, Scarecrow Weekend is back in downtown St. Charles, Illinois. Celebrate the fall season while enjoying live entertainment, activities for the whole family, and of course, handmade scarecrows. This weekend of fun will get you into the

Barbados Drops All Entry Requirements Returning To Normal Tourism

Barbados has become one of the latest destinations around the world to completely drop its Covid-19 related entry requirements and return at last to normal tourism after a few years of tiresome travel restrictions. Almost the dictionary definition of a stunning Caribbean island

Marseille’s top 10 rooftops for expertly mixed tunes, drinks and dancing

Savoring an aperitif at sundown as the fiery sun sinks into the big blue has been a sacrosanct ritual in seafaring Marseille since time immemorial. But the bar scene has evolved far beyond sailors chugging back bottles of cheap wine portside or Marcel Pagnol film characters chinking

The Ultimate LGBTQ+ Guide to Visiting New Orleans

New Orleans is a popular destination known for its mouthwatering food, festivals, parties, and parades. And while many visitors know that the Louisiana city is steeped in history and culture, they may not know that the city’s queer history stretches all the way back to 1724, which was

Carnival Luminosa Departs Shipyard, Now Heading to Pick Up Crew

Carnival Luminosa is officially out of dry dock set sail today for the first time with her new livery and funnel design, marking another step closer to welcoming Carnival Cruise Line guests. The new blue, red, and white livery was first introduced on Mardi Gras in 2021 and has already

Book These 10 Luxury Hotels In Taiwan's Taipei For An Unforgettable Stay

Taiwan is often overlooked as a luxury travel destination by international visitors who are simply passing through on the way to popular destinations like Bangkok, Thailand, or Tokyo, Japan. However, Taipei deserves to be a travel destination in its own right and has many bucket list

The First Model T

On this day in 1908, the first production Model T automobile left the factory at the Piquette Plant in Detroit, Michigan. Henry Ford's vision for an automobile for the masses was realized. Mass produced with

American Symphony Cruising the Upper Mississippi River for First Time in September 2022

American Cruise Lines proudly announces that American Symphony, the newest riverboat on the Mississippi, has begun cruising the Upper River for the first time this week. Christened in Natchez, Mississippi, on August

Launch of the RMS Queen Mary

From 1934 to 1967, the RMS Queen Mary sailed the North Atlantic Ocean for the Cunard Line. The ship was named for King George V's queen consort. The Queen Mary and her sister ship, the RMS Queen Elizabeth

These Are The Best And Worst U.S Airports For Traveler Satisfaction

A new study has revealed the best and worst U.S. airports for travel satisfaction in 2022. J.D. Power completes this study yearly and ranks airports on a 1,000-point satisfaction scale. Compared to 2021, this year saw a 25-point overall drop, likely due to the summer’s chaotic

Punta Cana Vs. Cancun: Where Should You Travel This Fall?

Punta Cana and Cancun are both popular destinations for affordable and relaxing vacations for Canadians and Americans. The flight to both destinations is short, especially from the East Coast, and there is an abundance of resort accommodation options available in each place

Biden to announce new rules for airlines and travel sites to be more transparent about additional fees

President Joe Biden on Monday is expected to announce a new proposed rule that would require airlines and travel sites to be more transparent about additional fees that customers could be charged, including for baggage, flight changes or cancellations, a White House official

Ian beginning to affect travel with potential to reach US as major hurricane

Even as parts of the Caribbean continue their recovery from Hurricane Fiona and Canada deals with the remnants of the storm system this weekend, concerns are growing about the impact of another strengthening storm: Ian. Jamaica, the Cayman Islands and Cuba, along with the

The 10 Best Places in the U.S. to Travel on a Budget

Americans are spending big on travel these days. With pent-up demand from the pandemic, some of the big personal spending increases this year have been for travel and recreation. But you don't have to shell out all your hard-earned savings to enjoy your next vacation. To find the

7 scenic drives across the United States for your fall foliage fix

The United States is a car-obsessed nation, and a road trip feels like a natural right to many. With gas prices slipping from their dizzying early summer heights and other folks wary of taking their chances with the air travel system, the fall road trip possibilities look pretty darn good this

7 Best Mediterranean Cruises for Every Type of Traveler

Perhaps you’re eager to hop between big-city, blockbuster Mediterranean metropolises at ports like Barcelona, Athens, or Rome on a seamless cruise-based itinerary. Maybe you’re yearning for a beach escape on a storied strip along the French Riviera or a Greek island idyll. Or you

Hong Kong to Ease Pandemic-era Travel Rules Next Week

Hong Kong will eliminate its mandatory 3-day hotel quarantine and ease testing rules next week, ending one of the last strict pandemic-era travel quarantine measures left in the world. Starting Sept. 26, overseas travelers arriving at Hong Kong International Airport will no longer

National Geographic Day Tours offer cruise passengers historic, cultural excursions

Calling all history buffs and art lovers: National Geographic Expeditions and global travel group TUI will begin offering National Geographic Day Tours in 2023 focused on subjects like history, culture and conservation. "We believe that when we educate our travelers about a destination

Beautiful Durango, Colorado To Host First-Of-Its-Kind October Celebration Cyclists Will Love

Durango, Colorado, is considered by many people to be a mecca for bicyclists. After all, there are more than 2,000 miles of bike trails and hundreds of miles of road for biking in Durango and La Plata County, according to Durango. Of that, there are 40 mountain biking trails, totaling

What to eat and drink in Scotland

Scottish food will forever be associated with the deep-fried Mars bar, but this massively undersells a rich and varied national cuisine that can match anything found in the British Isles. Predictably, big cities in Scotland offer the richest pickings for foodies, but you’ll find impressive

10 Authentic Resorts To Try In The Catskill Mountains

Famously known as Catskills, the Catskills Mountains is a paradise for nature enthusiasts. Situated in Southeastern New York, this destination is perfect for outdoor activities, including hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, white water rafting, skiing, and much more. Plus, the region

From city sanctuaries to desert retreats, these are the best luxury hotel spas for every type of traveler

The smell of lemongrass, the sound of cascading water and the feel of a fluffy bathrobe evoke instant warm fuzzies. For travelers stepping off a long-haul flight or just craving some rest and relaxation, a spa session is the antidote to whatever ails you. With health and well-being at the

Cannabis Tourism Is Gaining Popularity. Here's What The Experience Is Like.

People plan vacations around all sorts of themes, from outdoor adventure to pop culture fandom and wine. In recent years, a newer travel area has become increasingly popular: cannabis tourism. “Cannabis tourism can be defined as leisure travel done for the purpose of

Hong Kong removes international travel quarantine after more than two years

The Hong Kong government has announced the ending of formal quarantine for international travelers after more than two and a half years of stringent pandemic controls. Under new rules that will take effect from September 26, incoming travelers will be required to undergo three

This isn't the holiday travel season to procrastinate. Book your tickets this month.

No, it's not too early to start planning holiday travel. It might seem early. Thanksgiving and winter holidays are months away. But experts predict the record demand that turned this summer into a chaotic travel season will carry over to the holidays. If you don't start planning

Travel Insurance: How it works and what it costs

As more Americans emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic and begin to travel, you may be plotting your own getaway. As delays, glitches and cancellations - and even new medical issues - seem more prevalent than in the past, you also may be considering travel insurance. While

These North American Airports Rank Best (and Worst) in Passenger Satisfaction

It’s no secret that the return in air travel following the massive pandemic slump has been turbulent. Between crowding at airports, staffing shortages, flight cancellations, and sky-high prices for terminal dining due to inflation, North America’s airports have a lot of room for

Japan to Welcome Independent Travelers Next Month — What to Know

Japan is lifting a major COVID-19 travel restriction next month. On Thursday, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida announced that independent travelers will be welcomed back to Japan on Oct. 11, The Japan Times reported. The daily cap on the number of arriving visitors will be

The Best Places to Stay Near Rocky Mountain National Park, From Swanky Hotels to Woodsy Cabins

From its fertile fields of spring wildflowers to its fiery aspens and bugling elk in the fall, Rocky Mountain National Park has remained the stuff of mystical mountain lore for over a century. Sky-high Trail Ridge Road serves as the park’s main byway, ascending to an elevation of just

Norwegian Cruise Line reroutes Bermuda cruise to Canada due to Hurricane Fiona

Norwegian Cruise Line changed nearly the entire itinerary of a cruise bound for Bermuda because of Hurricane Fiona, rerouting passengers to Canada instead, the cruise line said. "While we always intend to maintain original itineraries, at times, as with hurricanes, it is

The Longest Running Show On Broadway Ends Next Year — When The Final Chandelier Will Fall

The Phantom of the Opera, the longest-running show in Broadway history, will be closing after more than 35 years on the Great White Way. Producers announced this week that the final performance will be February 18, 2023, shortly after its 35th anniversary in New York. It will

This Unknown City In Mexico Is Becoming One Of The Most Popular Destinations In The Country

It seems like Mexico has a new star in the making, as an unknown city that had never before been widely promoted as a destination takes center stage as part of the country’s tourism offer. It does not have a shoreline and thus no pristine beaches like those found in the Caribbean

Explore Bangladeshi culture in London's Brick Lane

Brick Lane is famous for its vintage boutiques, vibrant street art and bagel shops, which command long lines around the clock. Yet it is also the heartland of the UK’s Bangladeshi community and has even been renamed “Banglatown” by the local council, a title emblazoned

The Best Hotels To Book In The Unique Kaohsiung City Of Taiwan

Taiwan has many top-rated attractions, from the National Palace Museum to Kenting National Park. However, travelers seeking a fun-filled vacation should visit Kaohsiung, Taiwan’s port city. This southern Taiwanese city has beautiful landmarks, vibrant night markets, and endless

Luxury within reach: One of the world's best hotels gets an affordable sibling

Can you catch lightning in a bottle twice? Chris Burch, the creator of one of the most luxurious hotels in the world, certainly seems to think so. NIHI Sumba, Burch's resort in southeastern Indonesia, is the stuff of luxury hotel legend. It’s a favorite of staff at TPG, including The Points

Delta adds 9 transatlantic routes, 2 new destinations for next summer

Even though the 2022 summer season just officially ended, Delta is already dreaming of warmer days. The Atlanta-based carrier unveiled on Friday the details of its transatlantic service for summer 2023, which includes a slew of added routes, including two new destinations for

Hurtigruten Norway Launches First Hybrid Ship: MS Richard With

Hurtigruten Norway launched the company’s first environmentally friendly battery powered hybrid ship, MS Richard With, making it the first of 7 ships in the Coastal Express fleet to receive sustainable upgrades. The ship features state of the latest in technology and claims to

Lewis and Clark Return

Setting off on August 31, 1803, Meriwether Lewis and William Clark explored the lands west of St. Louis acquired by the United States in the Louisiana Purchase from France. Commissioned by President Thomas

Nathan Hale Executed

On September 21, 1776, British forces on the island of New York captured American spy Nathan Hale who had slipped behind the enemy front to report on British movements. The city was in flames and the British

Collette Travelers Explore Unique Dining Experiences on Tour

Pawtucket, RI (September 16, 2022) — Collette travelers will be eating their way through two new Explorations tours in the United States, focused on small groups and intimate dining experiences. Travelers on the

Planning a solo trip? Start with these 10 destinations.

Traveling alone is one of life’s most rewarding — and sometimes embarrassing — experiences, whether you’re fresh out of high school or you’re married with kids. You get to wander on your own schedule, follow your instincts and pursue your perfect travel day. But you’re also out of

The Women Who Travel Podcast Is Back

Good news, podcast listeners. After a brief hiatus, Women Who Travel is returning on September 29th in a new format, but with the same mission as always: to show that while travel and adventure have historically been publicly claimed by men, women-identifying

8 Reasons You Need To Add Gorgeous Zagreb, Croatia To Your Travel List

If you enjoy destinations that are a bit overshadowed by their neighbors, you’re going to love Zagreb. This city of about 770,000 people is Croatia’s capital city and, in my opinion, a hugely underrated European travel destination! While Croatia’s main tourist trails coax visitors to

East Asia Is Opening Up & These Destinations Will Be Ready For Travel In Fall 2022

The era of COVID-19 has not been the kindest to travelers, however, there is an awful lot of momentum towards ending the restrictions that have stifled travel over the past couple of years. East Asia was one of the first regions to be hit with COVID-19 while also being the home

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries BrandVoice: At The Airport Of The Future, Your Travel Experience Will Bring Less Stress And More Beauty

As you enter the airport, you glance up at a large screen. Rather than displaying dozens of arrivals and departures, the monitor greets you by name and tells you where and how far to walk to catch your flight. At the exact same time, that screen is doing the same thing for scores

The Next Phase of Responsible Tourism? Regenerative Travel.

From far-flung expeditions to deep fireside chats, travel has the power to change us. When done well, it can also positively change the places we visit—a fact I learned during a recent safari in southern Tanzania. As a wildlife enthusiast, I often plan my trips around local fauna

U.S. Claims Top 7 International Airport Megahubs For 2022

A new report by OAG, a travel industry data platform, has determined the most connected international airports worldwide. The report, dubbed Megahubs 2022, revealed the United States claimed the top 7 spots for the most connected international airports. This year has

10 of the Best Small-Town Weekend Getaways in Texas

A weekend getaway is the perfect way to unwind and disconnect from your everyday responsibilities without the major commitments of planning a big vacation. Texas, thankfully, has no shortage of attractive destinations that are perfect for a little weekend jaunt. The Lone

The MagicBand+ Will Make Its Disneyland Debut This Fall

A very popular fixture at Walt Disney World is finally coming to Disneyland when MagicBand+ launches at the Southern California theme park resort this fall. Designed to bring even more magic to your vacation with hands-free ease, this is the first time the wearable technology will

Waipio Valley protestors block access to sacred Hawaiian land after partial reopening

HONOLULU — Over 150 people convened at the entrance of Hawaii Island's Waipio Valley access road Monday to peacefully gather in opposition to the "disheartening" partial reopening of the road to tour operators. Last week, County of Hawaii Mayor Mitch Roth announced that

Relax at the 10 best hotel spas across the US, according to readers

More people than ever are looking to relax on their vacations. These hotel spas offer exactly what you need to unwind and rejuvenate on your next vacation. To find the best across the United States, 10Best asked a panel of experts to pick the initial 20 nominees. Then, the

What Makes Rosewood Castiglion Del Bosco One Of The World's Best Hotels?

Planning a trip to Tuscany, Italy, seems like the ultimate romantic vacation. Travelers can easily spend a few weeks in the region visiting some best vineyards in the country and Saturna, the famous natural hot spring. For those who want to make the experience even more unique

What Cruisers Can Expect From Costa by Carnival

Costa might not be a household name for many North Americans, but the Italian line founded in 1854 has been operating passenger voyages since 1948. Costa even dedicated one of its past ships, the Franca C., to Caribbean cruising year-round from the United States way back in

Hurricane Fiona Hits String of Caribbean Cruise Ports

Hurricane Fiona is now out of the Caribbean and heading north through the Atlantic Ocean. Early Wednesday morning, it was upgraded from a Category 3 to a Category 4 storm, with sustained winds of at least 130 miles per hour. This past week, a number of cruise lines

Tuscany's mysterious 'cave roads'

Wildflowers grazed my legs as I hiked down from the volcanic-rock hilltop fortress of Pitigliano into the Tuscan valley below. At the base of the hill, I crossed a burbling stream and followed a winding trail as it inclined. All of a sudden, I was walled in. Huge blocks of tuff, a porous rock

Starboard Cruise Services and Carnival Cruise Line Extend Partnership

The long-standing partnership between Starboard Cruise Services, a LMVH (Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton) company, and Carnival Cruise Line has been extended for five additional years! Not only does the extension introduce Starboard as the main retail partner for all nine Carnival

Beautiful Fall Train Route Returns To Pacific Northwest Next Week — Where It Will Take You

Amtrak Cascades, one of Amtrak’s most scenic routes, stretches through the Pacific Northwest running parallel with the Cascade mountain range. Service for the leg running between Vancouver, British Columbia, and Seattle has been suspended since 2020 due to the COVID-19

Mobile tipping comes to hotels: Will housekeepers really benefit?

No cash on hand to leave as a tip for a housekeeper during your next hotel stay? No problem. One major hotel company rolled out a mobile tipping platform this month to keep things cashless, and there are signs more could be in the works. However, there are some doubts in

Good News for Weary Travelers: Online Passport Renewal Is Coming Your Way

After the success of a limited pilot program for online passport renewal this summer, the U.S. State Department says it plans to fully launch an online passport-renewal option for the general public early next year. The shift, which for many will eliminate the need for piles of paperwork and hours spent

The Ultimate Guide On Who To Tip While Traveling

Tipping on vacation is awkward. There’s no way around it. Every country has its own norms, and every hotel has a hundred employees who all seem worthy of a few extra bucks. But who do we actually need to tip? When should we do it? And how often should we be doing it? And

California is launching a new platform to highlight Indigenous travel experiences

This week, Visit California (the state’s tourism marketing arm) revealed plans to launch a new online platform designed to promote Indigenous tourism destinations, experiences and enterprises in California. Visit Native California will launch on VisitCalifornia.com in March 2023

Sydney To Host One Of World's Biggest LGBTQ+ Event In 2023

Sydney WorldPride, held from February 17 to March 5, 2023, will celebrate Australia’s LGBTQIA+ community in a dazzling display. The festival will be Australia’s most significant global event since the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games. WorldPride is the biggest LGBTQIA+ event

How Clean Is the Air on Planes?

It's that time of year again, when travel—or any indoor activity, really—comes with concerns of catching the flu. The combination of the annual surge of influenza activity with still-lingering COVID strains is enough to make even savvy travelers worried about stepping into a crowded

Braised Short Ribs, Plant-Based Meals, and Artisan Amenity Kits—How Delta Plans to Upgrade Premium Economy

A champagne toast and amuse-bouche after takeoff, handmade amenity kits, and memory-foam pillows are just some of the perks coming to certain Delta Air Lines flights—for those sitting in Premium Select. Delta announced on September 20 that it is revamping its Premium

5 perfect destinations for National Hispanic Heritage Month

Thursday marked the start of the National Hispanic Heritage Month, a celebration honoring the contributions and histories of Americans with roots in Spain, Mexico, Central and South America, and the Caribbean. The observance spans from Sept. 15 through Oct. 15. This

8 amazing things to do in Fukuoka, one of Japan's most laid-back cities

Many of Japan’s larger cities have made sensory overload part of their eclectic charm. Fukuoka, on the other hand, has managed a different kind of allure that dials down the overwhelm and spaghetti-like metro maps, and puts its renowned easy-going character on full blast

Between Gun Violence Stats and Rising Anti-Asian Hate Crimes, I Was Afraid of Chicago. Then I Didn't Want to Leave

Ihad never been to Chicago before. And all I associated with the Windy City were the Bean, the Chicago Bulls, and gun violence. But after being cooped up at home since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, I was eager to travel to a new city, despite the fear that crept in. Beyond

Caribbean Gem: Belize's 10 Best All-Inclusive Resorts

Belize is one of the most pristine destinations in the Caribbean. The island is characterized by dense rainforest, white sand beaches, world-famous reefs, and an abundance of all-inclusive resorts. These amazing features are what make Belize a haven for adventures such as - scuba

9 luxury expedition hotels you can visit without leaving the US

Adventures in the great outdoors have never been more popular. By 2027, experts estimate that adventure tourism will have grown by 20%, with travelers spending more than $2.5 billion worldwide, according to a recent market report. These types of trips, which often involve

Carnival's Next New Ship Moves One Step Closer to Completion

Carnival Celebration, Carnival Cruise Line’s new ship that is scheduled to debut later this year, moved one step closer to completion when the cruise ship successfully completed sea trials. Carnival Celebration set sail on her first round of sea trials earlier this month from Meyer Turku

Celebrity Cruises Celebrity Apex Cruise Ship Review

Celebrity Apex is part of Celebrity Cruises’ Edge class of ships. The design is modern and cosmopolitan. It’s filled with impressive art of all different mediums, from metal sculptures to framed photographs, paintings, and three-dimensional pieces hung on the walls. The state-of

Trying a Late-Season Cruise Through Alaska on Ocean Victory

"You can't overpack for this one; you'll need to keep warm and dry," they said. Preparing for a late-season Alaska cruise on Ocean Victory, I thought I knew what to expect. Then, I got to Vancouver, our starting point for a 10-night sailing on this new expedition ship from American

It’s ‘Smooth Sailing Ahead’ for Croatia’s Katarina Line, With Strong Bookings Through 2023 and 2024 Seasons

Katarina Line, Croatia’s premiere small ship cruise company and DMC, is reporting strong bookings for all remaining 2022 departures in Croatia. The company is also enjoying a continuing surge in advance bookings for the 2023 and 2024 seasons and beyond, with concerns about the pandemic “in the rear-view mirror” and travelers determined to make up for lost vacation time. To end the 2022 season on a high note, Katarina Line is offering last-minute specials throughout its fleet. These include cabins on the MS Aquamarin, which runs the popular one-way Adriatic Explorer cruise program between Opatija and Dubrovnik. A complete listing of specials is available at www.katarina-line.com.

Goway Announces Name of Sponsored Elephant & Winner of Contest

TORONTO, ON - Following the conclusion of its two-month naming contest for travel agents, Goway, in partnership with Kenya Wildlife Services, is excited to announce the name of its sponsored Kenyan

RMS Queen Elizabeth 2

On September 20, 1967, Queen Elizabeth II launched the RMS Queen Elizabeth 2, fondly known as the "QE2". The gold scissors she used to cut the ceremonial ribbon were the same pair used by her mother and grandmother to launch the

"The worst of the worst is behind us": Expert predicts holiday travel season will be much closer to normal

The holidays will be here before we know it and experts said now is the time to think about your travel plans. Experts at Thrifty Traveler said while they don't expect to see this past summer's massive delays and thousands of cancellations repeated this holiday season, things still aren't

China considers easing entry rules for some foreign tourists

The Chinese government on Monday, September 19, issued draft regulations that aim to bolster tourism along its border and make it easier for some foreigners to enter China. According to a draft policy document released by China's Ministry of Culture and Tourism on Monday, tour groups

Spain finally drops all Covid travel restrictions

Spain has dropped all of its Covid travel restrictions, meaning that visitors to the country are no longer required to present a Covid passport. Until Tuesday, travellers over the age of 12 had to submit proof of one of the following: full vaccination; recovery from Covid; or a negative Covid test

Meet the adventurous couple behind 'Traveling While Black'

When Anthony and Marlie Love moved to Seattle in 2019, they had many out-of-state family and friends come and visit that summer. But as summer came to an end, and their stream of visitors slowed down, they realized they still wanted to keep exploring their new home. And so, Traveling

Airlines Issue Travel Waivers as Hurricane Fiona Hits Caribbean

All of the major U.S. airlines are waiving changes and cancellations for numerous flights to and from the Caribbean as Hurricane Fiona landed in the Dominican Republic on Monday after wreaking havoc in Puerto Rico over the weekend. After operations were suspended at San Juan’s Luis Muñoz Marín

The Queen's Beloved Scotland

It was no secret that the late Queen Elizabeth II—laid to rest today at St. George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle, following a week of public mourning and 70 years as Britain’s longest-reigning monarch—was her happiest a bit farther north. To the Highlands of Scotland, quite literally the highest part of the

Delta Introduces New Perks in Its Premium Class — Including Wider Seats, New Menu Options, More

Delta Air Lines is welcoming winter travelers to "treat themselves" thanks to its newly revamped Premium Select cabin. "Delta Premium Select sits at the intersection of luxury and practicality — giving customers the opportunity to treat themselves to a more spacious seat and premium

7 kid-friendly Arizona dude ranches with something for everyone in the family

Decades before statehood in 1912, the riches of the Sonoran Desert attracted prospectors and the outlaws who followed them. Wyatt Earp, Doc Holliday, Johnny Ringo and the wildest of the Wild West roamed the Arizona territory. These days, you can live that Old West experience in relative luxury at

This Amazing Hudson Valley 2022 Event Features 7,000 Illuminated Pumpkins — How You Can Visit

Take a Halloween-themed trip to Hudson Valley to get into the fall spirit. The Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze in Hudson Valley, New York is commonly referred to as “The Blaze” because it features more than 7,000 hand-carved pumpkins across the grounds. “The Blaze” is known as “The Hudson Valley’s

Top 8 Romantic Hotels In Seattle, Washington

Seattle, Washington, is a gorgeous city in the pacific northwest. With everything from one-of-a-kind date opportunities to countless amazing restaurants, this city is a great place for a romantic getaway. Here are eight romantic hotels perfect for such a trip

Best adventure activities in Namibia

Ocean and desert collide in Namibia to provide adventure playgrounds of water, sand and rock, with each as vast (and wild) as the other. Namibia’s landscapes are epic, both in terms of sheer scale and natural beauty. Imagine singing sands and dunes that climb to more than 300m (985ft) in height and

Royal Caribbean Postpones Royal Amplification Refits For Two Cruise Ships

Faced with work stoppage in Europe related to the ongoing COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak, Royal Caribbean has decided to pause the scheduled Royal Amplification refits of Allure of the Seas and Explorer of the Seas. Allure of the Seas was to undergo a 58-day, $165 million dry dock this spring

The Discovery of Ötzi the Iceman

On September 19, 1991, two German tourists were hiking through the Otztal Alps on the border between Austria and Italy. In a receding glacier, the couple spotted the body of a man. They contacted authorities who

The Netherlands Drops All Entry Requirements And Travel Restrictions

Effective September 17th, 2022, the Dutch Government has made the decision to get rid of all Covid-19 travel restrictions and requirements. This decision applies to all travelers, including those traveling into the Netherlands from outside the EU/Schengen area. The Netherlands kept

Morocco Vs. Tunisia: Which Is The Better Fall Travel Destination?

North Africa is an incredible part of the world to visit, and two of the most popular destinations for travelers are Morocco and Tunisia. These beautiful countries are rich in culture, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in historic streets, experience unparalleled hospitality

Oktoberfest returns after two-year hiatus

The annual Oktoberfest, the world's largest beer festival, kicked off on Saturday for the first time since 2019, marking the end of a two-year hiatus as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. Thousands sporting "Lederhosen", or leather trousers -- a typical mainstay of Bavarian culture

Mobile TSA PreCheck Enrollment Centers Are Coming to These U.S. Cities

As part of a TSA PreCheck enrollment roadshow, mobile enrollment trucks will be on the move this fall in an effort to help travelers complete their in-person interviews and fingerprinting for their TSA PreCheck applications—without the hassle of heading to the airport. In order to enroll

Newark Airport Will No Longer Be Considered an NYC Hub — What That Means for Travelers

Ask most New Yorkers to name the city's major airports, and you'll likely hear three responses: John F. Kennedy International Airport, LaGuardia Airport, and Newark Liberty International Airport. And while it's true that Newark is technically in New Jersey, it's closer to some of

What Are Lovebugs — Plus How They Could Affect Your Florida Vacation

It’s the time of year in Florida when love is in the air which means it’s getting all over your car. In other words, it’s lovebug season. Every year from August to September, and then again in April and May, it’s mating season. While they’re not harmful, they are quite annoying

The 6 best hikes in Jamaica for tropical adventurers

The attractions of Jamaica are easy to sell to travelers. Crystal blue waters, soft sand and a little reggae to go with your rum cocktail as the sun dips on another perfect Caribbean day. However, venture beyond the beaches and lush banana groves and you'll discover a side of the

The Audacious Chaos of Hotel Take-a-Book Leave-a-Book Programs

Upon arriving at my family’s annual trip to Geneva-on-the-Lake, Ohio, this summer, I made a beeline for the shared bookshelf at Abigail’s Lakeside Cottages, where we’ve stayed every summer since my kids were babies. I always travel with a few books to leave behind so that I

The Best All-Inclusive Resorts In Playa Del Carmen, Mexico

Mexico is an incredible destination and offers a range of beautiful places to visit. Playa del Carmen, located along the Yucatán Peninsula's Riviera Maya, is one of them. The town is famous for its white sand beaches and gentle blue waves, and it's a prime spot for travelers

Denver Airport’s CATS program claws its way into the Guinness World Records book

The stress-busting dogs — and one cat — that greet passengers at Denver International Airport (DEN) aren’t just cute and cuddly. They’re now officially world record titleholders. The animals, and their handlers, are part of DEN’s Canine Airport Therapy Squad (CATS) and the program

The 1920 Wall Street Bombing

On September 16, 1920 at noon, a horse-drawn wagon paused outside of the J.P. Morgan building at 23 Wall Street, near a very busy corner of the financial district of New York City. Inside the wagon was more than 100 pounds of dynamite with 500 pounds of metal shrapnel. A timer detonated the dynamite at the beginning of the lunch hour, ensuring the maximum number of casualties. Thirty-eight people were killed and more than 400 injured. Italian anarchists were suspected of perpetrating the crime, but

New Zealand drops all covid travel restrictions

New Zealand has lifted all pandemic travel restrictions, including vaccination and testing requirements, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced this week

4 Charming Small Towns in Switzerland Every Traveler Should Visit

Discover why Stein am Rhein, Gimmelwald, Chur, and Speiz are four of Switzerland's most charming small towns for travelers to visit

7 Destinations That Are Trending This Fall—in the U.S., Caribbean, and Beyond

Interest in these spots is spiking for fall travel, yet hotel and airfare prices remain lower than usual

8 best hikes in Italy

Italy’s beaches and art-rammed cities often steal the limelight, but – trust us – it isn’t until you strike out into the wild mountains and trek along vertiginous coastlines that you can even come close to understanding how ravishing this country really is

'I felt terrible': Travelers stuck in limbo as they wait for Amtrak to restore canceled trips

Some Amtrak customers whose trips were canceled are still waiting to find out if they can make their trips now that a rail strike has been averted

Southwest Airlines sees Q3 leisure travel revenue above expectations

Southwest Airlines Co's revenue from leisure travel for the current quarter was exceeding its expectations, the U.S. carrier said on Thursday, underlining strong appetite for travel despite high inflation

Belize-It! UnCruise Adventures Rolls Out Ultimate Eclipse Cruise for Belize 2023 Season

UnCruise Adventures launches an extended specialty sailing perfectly positioned for the viewing of the annular eclipse in 2023. The one-time 9-Day cruise will offer magnificent landscapes, natural surroundings, and ocean viewing from

12 gay cruises you don't want to miss

Don't miss the boat on making lifelong friends during an epic vacation. Here are 12 of the best gay cruises coming up in 2022 and 2023

Avalon Waterways’ Hoffee Dishes on the New Avalon Alegria

It’s a new ship on a new itinerary, sailing with Avalon Waterways’ first onboard pool. And Pam Hoffee is excited about all three elements. The new all-suite Avalon Alegria will join the fleet in 2024, sailing the line’s first-ever itineraries on the Douro River in Portugal

How Do You Decide If A Travel Destination Is "Safe?"

Even for experienced travelers, it can be tough to determine if a destination is "safe." Here's the general thought process I go through

Japan set to announce restart of visa-free tourist travel

Japan will drop a ban on individual tourist visits and remove a cap on daily arrivals, Nikkei has learned, moving closer to pre-pandemic rule

France travel: Which airlines are cancelling flights this weekend?

France's aviation authority the DGAC has warned of "severe" disruption, calling on airlines to halve their schedules ahead of the walkout

Travel demand creating opportunities for Hawaii hotel employees, but labor shortage persists

Hawaii hotels are looking to fill thousands of jobs statewide as the hospitality industry, one of Hawaii's top economic drivers, continues a recovery this year that's projected to surpass 2019's pre-pandemic levels

Just-Opened Cahkal Hotel Provides New Luxury Stay In The Arctic

The summer-2022-opened Cahkal Hotel places you more than 400km above the Arctic Circle in a vast expanse of the Finnish wilderness

What Do Guests Really Want in a Modern Hotel Stay? 5 Essentials

As much as the landscape in the hospitality industry changes, some things stay the same when it comes to setting expectations for the average hotel stay. One of those things is the mandate to create a sense of welcome and comfort. Much of this is about an approach to service

Perspective | Will Thanksgiving be as bad as summer for travel?

This holiday season, plan defensively to avoid the worst of summer's travel chaos

What travel was like before the internet

It's hard to believe, but once upon a time we navigated the world using pay phones, guide books and paper maps. Here's what travel was like before the digital revolution transformed the way we got around

2 cruise lines cancel Bermuda calls over continued COVID-19 testing requirements

Celebrity Cruises and Norwegian Cruise Line, two of the world's biggest cruise lines, have canceled upcoming calls in Bermuda, citing the island's ongoing COVID-19 testing requirements

Disney Cruise Line To Sail Australia And New Zealand For First Time — Here’s When

For the first time, Disney Cruise Line will be setting sail Down Under in Australia and New Zealand. The brand-new “Disney Magic at Sea” cruises begin

Regent Seven Seas Cruises Launches Webinar Series for Travel Partners

Regent Seven Seas Cruises has introduced its “Grow Your Regent Business” webinar series for travel partners in its North America network, according to a press release

The Most Notable New Airline Routes This Week

Between September 7th and 9th, Breeze commenced Las Vegas from Charleston (2x weekly), Hartford (2x weekly), Huntsville (2x weekly), Jacksonville (2x weekly), Norfolk (2x weekly), and White Plains (2x weekly). Given the sector lengths

Biden touts U.S. crackdown on airlines over passenger treatment

President Joe Biden said on Monday his administration had cracked down on U.S. airlines to improve treatment of passengers, a claim rejected by the carriers

Airline staffing crisis raises concerns about pilot fatigue

A new report that two airline pilots fell asleep mid-flight and missed the plane's landing has given the public a rare glimpse at life behind the cockpit doors in the era of COVID-19

‘We need you:’ Waikiki hotels scramble to fill 500 positions as international travel returns

Properties are scrambling to fill more than 500 positions in Waikiki hotels to prepare for the return of Japanese visitors, business conferences and the holiday travel season

5 Secret Caribbean Beach Hotels to Try Right Now

There’s nothing like a Caribbean hotel that’s right on the sand. There’s nothing standing between you and a blissful morning bobbing in the ocean, lazing at the edge of the waves, listening to the Caribbean’s original album

Stay At These 10 Adults-Only Hotels During Your Next Romantic Trip

While family vacations are crucial, going on a romantic trip with your loved one is magical. Here are 10-adults only stunning hotels across the world

22 of the USA's most underrated destinations

Disney World, Times Square and Yellowstone National Park can be packed to the rafters with tourists. But there are plenty of other places across the United States that continue to fly beneath the travel radar

OfftheGrid, a new Tinder-like travel app, helps travelers meet up and discover destinations

Launching today, a new app called OfftheGrid aims to bring a Tinder-like experience to the travel market, by having its users swipe and chat with like-minded travelers while also discovering unique places to visit

Family-Friendly Activities in Alaska

For your next family vacation, it's time to think big. As the country's largest state, Alaska serves up some big family-friendly adventures. You'll find activities state-wide that will appeal to folks of all ages, from wildlife viewing to hiking to adventures like ziplining and kayaking

7 Destinations That Are Trending This Fall—in the U.S., Caribbean, and Beyond

Interest in these spots is spiking for fall travel, yet hotel and airfare prices remain lower than usual

Playa Del Carmen And Tulum Set New Tourist Records Following Cancun's Success

Cancun has broken tourism records nearly every month this year. Playa del Carmen and Tulum similarly begun breaking records of their own

I'm from Puerto Rico and these are 11 activities I think every tourist should do around San Juan, from rainforest hikes to rum tastings

Map out your trip to Puerto Rico with a local's top things to do and see - Old San Juan's Spanish forts, El Yunque National Forest, and more

Planning your next vacation? Here are the 10 happiest travel destinations

Bali took the top spot, with Las Vegas and New Orleans coming in second and third place

Disney Announces New Attractions And Experiences Coming Soon

The Walt Disney Company recently organized the D23 Expo 2022 as part of the 100 years anniversary that will be celebrated in 2023

Marco Polo Born

Marco Polo was a merchant trader, not an explorer. However, the Venetian's family traveled far and wide during the later thirteenth century, earning them great acclaim as explorers. The Polos journeyed to China over the Silk Road and spent 17 years there as the favored guest of Kublai Khan. So trusted was Marco Polo, the Khan appointed him a governor of the city of

President William McKinley Dies

On this day in 1901, President William McKinley, Jr. died, eight days after being shot by an assassin at the Pan-American Exposition in Buffalo, New York. McKinley was the 25th President of the United States, and the last veteran of the American Civil War elected to the office of the Presidency. Leon Frank Czolgosz, the assassin, was found guilty of murder. He was executed by electrocution on October 29, 1901.

Carnival Conquest Arrives in Europe for Scheduled Drydock

After crossing the Atlantic Ocean with no guests onboard, the Carnival Conquest arrived in Cadiz today. Set to be drydocked at the Navantia shipyard, the Carnival Cruise Line vessel will now undergo scheduled maintenance and class work at the Spanish facility.

Fighting misinformation, expanding shore excursions and finding new destinations among cruise line priorities

The cruise industry should seek to improve its reputation by tackling mistruths, operators will rethink the crafting of their itineraries, the Carbon Intensity

Spotted: Starlink being installed across multiple Royal Caribbean cruise ships

Royal Caribbean has not divulged when its new Starlink internet service will become available, but it's clear work is underway on a number of ships to install Starlink.

Jet Airways Working Towards Opening For Sale By October

Jet Airways has been preparing for its second stint for a while now. Over the last few months, the airline has been hiring employees, negotiating with aircraft manufacturers, and getting all the paperwork

Lingering airline crew shortages, surging demand threaten fall and winter travel seasons

This month, U.S. pilots picketed at airports, threatening to strike if airlines don't approve better contracts for them and fix operational issues that have led to delays and cancellations

Passenger sentenced to 4 months in prison for interfering with flight crew

Kelly Pichardo of New York City was recently sentenced to four months in prison for interference with flight crew members, according to the US Department of Justice

If your next hotel stay is terrible, this is probably the reason

There's no shortage of complaints about hotel stays these days, and there might be a clear reason why: Most hotels are still severely understaffed

Newly Renovated Anantara Veli Maldives Resort To reopen on 1 December 2022

Anantara Veli Maldives Resort will reopen on 1 December 2022, in time for the peak festive season following nine months of extensive renovations. The adults-only resort located 30 minutes by speedboat from Male International Airport, will reveal new-look accommodation

Hotel that inspired ‘The Shining’ recreates iconic bathroom from terrifying scene

The Colorado hotel that inspired Stanley Kubrick’s take on Stephen King’s The Shining has recreated an iconic scene from the movie in one of its bathrooms

Thailand and Greece holds talks to grow mutual tourism

Thailand and Greece (the Hellenic Republic) are in talks to rebuild and further grow mutual tourism between the two countries, with high-level meetings having been held in Athens on 5 September, 2022

What the Queen's death means for tourists to the UK right now

The UK is currently in a period of national mourning, which will last until the end of Monday, the day of the state funeral. Well-wishers from around the world have been flocking to London

Which Vaccinations Are Required for Travel?

A trip abroad requires you to be up-to-date on a whole checklist of things these days: travel insurance, airline policies, visas, passports, and, as far as your health is concerned, vaccines

Japan Set to Welcome Unrestricted Tourism by October

Japan’s struggling tourism sector sees a light at the end of the tunnel as “self-guided” tours make way for full travel

Celebrate Your Birthday With These 10 Unique Trip Ideas

Make the most of your birthday with a celebratory trip to one of these fabulous destinations around the world

Easy Solutions to 3 Common Air Travel Nightmares

Air travel is a mess these days given this summer’s onslaught of delays and canceled flights. In fact, the on-time arrivals rate hasn’t been this low since 2014, according to data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics

1 in 3 young adults don't feel like they've had a real vacation -- unless they've posted on social media about it

Forget going off the grid — half of millennials stay more connected with friends and family while traveling than when they’re home, according to a recent survey. By comparison, only 37 percent of Gen X respondents

How Tunisia Is Using U.S. Funds to Broaden Its Tourism Branding

The U.S. government is trying to help Tunisia develop a multifaceted destination brand, one that captures its diverse offerings and incorporates community stakeholders. That journey has come with obstacles

The Star-Spangled Banner

During the war of 1812, Francis Scott Key was a prisoner aboard a British war ship anchored in the Chesapeake Bar during the Battle of Fort McHenry. He boarded the ship under a flag of truce to secure the release of prisoners

A Proposed Moon Resort in Dubai Lets You Experience Space Travel From Earth

The words “moon resort” may evoke images of some kind of luxury accommodations requiring rocket ship travel that won’t be built until decades or centuries from now. However, a new proposal from Canada-based company Moon World Resorts Inc. imagines this idea a little closer to home

New Zealand Eliminates Vaccine, Testing Requirements for Travel — What to Know

New Zealand has eliminated all COVID-19-related travel restrictions and testing requirements, marking the end of what was once some of the strictest pandemic-era rules in the world. Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern lifted all vaccine restrictions, starting Sept. 13, as well as lifted the

Experts Predict What Holiday Travel Will Be Like This Year

Two and a half years since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, we’re still feeling its effects on the travel industry in big ways. This summer has been one of the most frustrating periods, as travelers have had to navigate canceled flights, lost luggage, escalating prices and a general sense of chaos

Retired nurse helps save infant's life on Spirit Airlines flight

A retired nurse came to the aid of a baby who had stopped breathing on a Spirit Airlines flight last week from Pittsburgh to Orlando. Tamara Panzino told CNN affiliate WESH that she was reading a book with her earbuds in when she "heard a flight attendant say, 'we have an infant not

Dining at 1,820 feet, in South Korea's highest restaurant

The journey to the highest restaurant in South Korea starts with a whale display. The airy 123F Lounge sits on the top floor of the Lotte World Tower in Seoul, 555 meters (about 1,820 feet) above ground. The tower is the tallest building in the country -- and the fifth tallest building in the

Amtrak cancels some long-distance trains for Tuesday amid freight strike concerns

Amtrak has suspended service on some long-distance train routes beginning Tuesday as the rail industry braces for a potential strike among railroad freight workers that could begin later this week. The cancellations beginning Tuesday impact three routes that run between Chicago and the

Disney's Newest Cruise Ship Will Set Sail in 2024 — What to Know

Disney announced at its D23 Expo over the weekend that its newest cruise ship will be ready to take to the high seas in 2024. The vessel will be the sixth overall in the Disney fleet and the second of three "Triton Class" ships. Inspired by Walt Disney's love for exploration, its interiors will draw

8 Airports Where You Can Reserve a Fast Lane Through the TSA Checkpoint—for Free

There's no doubt about it: Airport security is a stressful experience, especially since many airports have felt more crowded lately. Fortunately for travelers, both airlines and airports are launching new technology that promises to ease the tension of waiting in snaking lines at the TSA checkpoint

A 443-foot long Viking cruise ship collided with cargo ship with 'no significant injuries'

A Viking cruise ship collided with another vessel over the weekend, the cruise line said. The Viking Kvasir – a 443-foot long ship that can accommodate 190 passengers and 50 crew members – collided with a cargo ship in heavy fog on Sunday morning, a Viking spokesperson told USA TODAY

New Wizarding World 3-Day Festival Announced For 2023 — Everything You Need To Know

For the first time ever, Harry Potter fans will come together for the Wizarding World Festival. Warner Bros. Discovery announced the inaugural event will be coming to the U.S. in 2023. Witches, wizards, and Muggles will come together for a weekend of magical memories. “The Wizarding

How to see the best of Greece in 10 days

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Ask anyone what they love about Icelandic horses, and you’ll invariably get the same response: their hardy nature and positive spirit. Characteristics that helped cement their place in the hearts of Icelanders for centuries. Small in stature, shaggy-maned, and sure-footed, they are also one of

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Despite recent concerns about crime rates, Los Cabos has been named one of the safest destinations in Mexico in a new official study. The Pacific gem, comprising the tourist hotspots of Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo, is experiencing a surge in bookings lately, proving it is not

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On Feb. 9, 2020, the Seattle Asian Art Museum reopened after a three-year, $56 million renovation and expansion that transformed the look, feel and reach of the venerable institution. Five weeks later, the first round of statewide Covid lockdowns shuttered the place. “It was heartbreaking for

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My family loves long road trips even though we can barely stand living under the same roof together. We’ve ventured from our home in Southern California to Texas, onward to Canada, and through a slew of Midwestern states with our rental car packed with food, blankets, and bad

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Azamara Removing Vaccine Requirement in December

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The helicopter lurched forward, tilting toward the rocky river valley below. Beyond the flash of rotor blades, I could see a vast, rippled mass of ice pouring out of the mountains. Suspended in the air above the Franz Josef Glacier/Kā Roimata o Hine Hukatere (the later is the original Māori

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The sun was setting over the Thanda Safari, a luxury private game reserve in Kwazulu Natal, South Africa (thandasafari.co.za). Shocks of gold brushed the African plain and the two lions mating mere feet from the safari vehicle. The lovemaking lasted only about half a minute. The female

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If you’re planning a trip through Europe, don’t forget to consider these Italian villages. “To visit them is to participate in Italy’s beauty while helping keep these enchanting places alive,” says Fiorello Primi, president of the “Most Beautiful Villages in Italy” association (I Borghi più belli

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With COVID-19 testing requirements lifted and mask mandates ending, travel is back in full force. While pandemic memories are something most of us want to forget, there are some COVID-induced travel trends that remain relevant. Meet 10 pandemic pivots that are worth holding on to

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From its understated luxurious setting to its wellness-focused concept, Ette hotel simply goes to a new level when it comes to a sophisticated and immersive holiday experience. This convenient hotel is tucked not too far from the Old Town. While there are many things to do when visiting

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Maui is a gorgeous getaway in the Hawaiian islands. Home to beautiful beaches, gorgeous tropical forests, and tons of unique activities such as whale watching and submarine rides, it’s no wonder Maui has enjoyed such popularity. When you’re planning a vacation, choosing the perfect place to

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Holland America Line has announced a series of culinary cruises in 2022, each with a different chef from the line’s Culinary Council. During each voyage, passengers will have the opportunity to attend cooking demonstrations led by the chefs, bring home recipes from each presentation, and

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How to describe northern Thailand? Let’s start with the rich cultural heritage dating back to the 13th century. Add towering mountains, languid waterfalls, swift-moving rivers, ancient temples, lush green fields, high country tea and coffee plantations, and a distinct cuisine, and you begin to

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Thanks to its cosmopolitan nature and outstanding learning institutions, such as Harvard and MIT, Boston has long been a hub for progressive thinkers and the LGBTIQ+ community. In fact, Massachusetts was the first US state to legalize gay marriage back in 2004. To this day, Boston

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Throughout 2022, Americans have experienced an unacceptable level of flight delays and cancellations. When these disruptions occur, airlines are required to support passengers based on commitments made in their customer service plans, but too often passengers find those plans are

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As airports grow busier and more stressful to navigate, it’s no wonder fliers are seeking calm within the chaos and ways to enhance their preflight experiences. An optimal solution is to seek refuge in an airport lounge. Depending on the lounge, amenities may include full-service cocktail

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Brooklyn is a beautiful borough of New York City and is often an area where travelers choose to stay while visiting because their money goes further than in downtown Manhattan. Perhaps the most iconic site in Brooklyn is the Brooklyn Bridge, which crosses the East River and connects the

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It’s time to dust off your dirndl and lederhosen. After a two-year absence, Munich’s Oktoberfest is back in 2022. Beer lovers in Germany and across the world have waited for this moment. However, if a trip to Europe doesn’t work for you this fall, don’t fret: There are many great places closer to

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When Emma Serner met and fell in love with Italian enologist Andrea Guerra in Tuscany, the young couple began to dream about starting their own vineyard together. "We were both very invested in climate topics and environmental questions," said Serner, who was interning at the vineyard

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If there’s one thing southern California is known for, it’s beautiful beaches. It shouldn’t come as a surprise, then, that it’s also home to countless amazing beachfront resorts and hotels. If you’re looking for one such place to stay, here are eight incredible options that won’t disappoint!

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Union Army General William T. Sherman entered Atlanta, Georgia, on this day in 1864. The move was highly tactical, cutting off key supply lines for the Confederate army of the South. As they retreated from the city, the

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TORONTO, ON - Goway and Air New Zealand, along with the support of Tourism New Zealand, celebrated their renewed partnership Tuesday night despite the rainout of their annual cricket match. The occasion marked the

Newly Reopened Boutique Hotel The Madrona Is a Maximalist Dream in California’s Sonoma County

Earlier this summer, driving under a crested archway and up a softly winding road toward the Madrona, I immediately realized that this reimagined estate and mansion stands apart from some of the sprawling modern retreats of Northern California’s wine country. The Madrona, a collection

Why Travelers Are Being Encouraged to Apply for TSA PreCheck Instead of Global Entry

The Department of Homeland Security is encouraging travelers who mostly fly domestic to skip Global Entry and opt for TSA PreCheck instead amid long application wait times that can stretch up to more than a year. “If you do not travel multiple times per year internationally, we recommend

The 9 Best All-Inclusive Resorts for Families, From Grenada to Wyoming

Vacationing families so often find themselves forced into a compromise: kids’ picky young palates cancel out those gourmet meals parents are craving; mom’s longed-for spa day cuts into the water sports the kids were promised; evening plans become a negotiation between bedtime, babysitters

How to stay safe in Maui's record-high heat, drought: 'It's going to be hot for a while'

As Maui currently faces record-breaking high temperatures and "drier than average" drought conditions, residents and visitors are being warned to "take precautions," according to a Hawaii-based hydrologist with the National Weather Service. On Thursday, Maui hit its seventh record-high

These Two Critically Endangered Species Are Making A Historic Return To Mount Kenya Reserve

Kenya’s population of wild mountain bongo — a type of antelope — has dramatically fallen over the years due to habitat degradation, forest fragmentation, poaching, and other human impacts. What’s more, there are now no mountain bongo left on Mount Kenya, the second tallest mountain

These Are The Most Reliable U.S. Airlines Amid Travel Chaos

The Department of Transportation (DOT) has compiled an illuminating report which highlights the most reliable airlines in the United States amid a prolonged period of mass travel delays. With airlines canceling or delaying flights in their thousands for several months now, it’s hard to find a

All the best things to do in Durham, England

Northeast England is elbows-deep in history – and nowhere is the region’s legacy more evident than in Durham. One of Christianity’s most important saints is entombed at Durham Cathedral, making the city a pilgrimage destination for worshippers from across the globe. Yet Durham is also

Quite Possibly the Most Haunted Hotels in America, and the Ghosts Who Haunt Them

Across America, historic hotels have welcomed countless guests for centuries, but sometimes, certain visitors who walk in the door don’t ever actually leave. Hearing a mysterious creak or feeling a swift wind chill might not seem out of the ordinary in most overnight accommodations

4 hours, 5 diamonds, $500 dinner and no kids allowed: Inside Disney World’s reopened Victoria & Albert’s

As a Disney World regular who samples as much theme park food as possible — both because I love it and because I do my best to keep up a list of the best restaurants at Disney World — I’ve had my fair share of all the Disney classics. Yet there’s been one big-name Disney

The Himalayas' ancient earthquake-defying design

In 1905, a deadly earthquake rocked the landscape of Himachal Pradesh, an Indian state in the western Himalayas. Sturdy-looking concrete constructions toppled like houses of cards. The only surviving structures were in towns where the residents had used an ancient, traditional Himalayan

Which Cruise Ships Will Be Scrapped Or Taken Out of Service Because of the COVID-19 Pandemic?

Cruise lines continue to send their oldest ships to shipbreakers overseas in the wake of the global health pandemic. Cruise Critic started this article in June 2020 when only a few ships had been scrapped. That list, however, has sadly continued to grow in the intervening years to encompass

Royal Caribbean & Celebrity Cruises to Begin Using SpaceX Starlink Internet

Royal Caribbean Group has announced plans to implement SpaceX’s Starlink, making it the first in the cruise industry to adopt its high-speed, low-latency connectivity fleetwide. The broadband internet service will be installed on all Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, and

You Might Not Expect This European Country to Be Perfect for Leaf Peeping

Italy during the peak of summertime is majestic. And Italy during the ski season offers endless days of fun. But those in-the-know visit in that little period between when nature across this country is at its most beautiful. That’s especially true if you’re heading to Italy’s northern or mountainous regions, which experience a stunning transformation from green to golden, red

Labor Day weekend travel: Going on a road trip? Here's when you should and shouldn't leave

Labor Day is near, but if you're planning a road trip for the long holiday weekend, you may be stuck in heavier traffic than usual. Many people will be hitting the roads for the final summer holiday – a Cars.com survey found the 80% of travelers plan on driving to their destinations this

Travel Mexico Like A Local, These Are Mexican's Top 9 Vacation Destinations

Mexico is a beautiful and versatile country with so much culture, nature, and fascinating locations to explore. Mexicans enjoy their local experiences and choose the best destinations for holidays and vacations. If you love Mexico, a new report might provide more insights on what to do and

The Murder of Mary Ann Nichols

Charles Cross, a market stall operator, was the first to discover the body of Mary Ann Nichols, lying on the ground on what is now Durward Street, in the Whitechapel area of London near the London Hospital. She had last been

2 Air France pilots suspended after fighting in cockpit

Fisticuffs in the cockpit, leaving a leaky engine running while cruising over Africa -- Air France pilots are under scrutiny after recent incidents that have prompted French investigators to call for tougher safety protocols. Two Air France pilots were suspended after physically fighting in the

How to Tread Lightly in Fragile Places

Like the 18 other passengers on the ship Origin, from the expedition cruise company Ecoventura, I went to the Galápagos Islands in May to be awed by nature. Swimming with barrel-rolling sea lions, seeing a blue-footed booby chick peeking out from beneath its mother, kayaking with

I’m a Professional Travel Writer—and I’ve Sworn Off Flying

After almost four days at sea, as I sat across from two Norwegian 20-somethings on the leather sofa in the cigar room wearing a frumpy sweater and pushing my glasses up my nose, I realized I had forgotten how to talk to people my own age. I didn’t have exact numbers for the average age

CDC adds a new country to its 'high' risk category for travel, but Morocco leaves it

The CDC added one new destination on Monday to its "high" risk list for Covid-19. Azerbaijan, which borders the Caspian Sea between Iran and Russia, moved to Level 3, or "high" risk. Locations at Level 3 now account for more than 125 of the roughly 235 places monitored by

Safest Countries For Solo Female Travelers Revealed

The safest countries for female travelers around the world have been revealed. There are few things in life that are quite as rewarding, liberating and enjoyable as taking your first trip as a solo traveler. A trip taken fully on your own terms, without compromising on your travel plans or feeling

Another Airline Launches Unlimited Flight Subscription Model

Another large airline has joined the likes of Alaska Airlines in launching a new unlimited flight subscription model in recent days. After years of being forced to stay at home due to the pandemic ruining travel plans for millions of travelers, the idea of traveling non-stop for several

A Danish Tall Ship Will Dock at South Street Seaport in September—and You Can Board

With its steel hull, three masts, and 26 sails, the Danish training vessel Danmark will make quite the impression when it arrives in New York City’s harbor on September 16. This isn’t just a friendly stopover: The Danmark will welcome visitors aboard the ship to learn more about Denmark’s long

Chicago Rooftop Bar Named Best in the US by Travel Website

Rooftop bars offering spectacular views aren't hard to come by in Chicago. But according to new rankings released by a travel website, one specific bar tops them all. In fact, the iconic establishment has been deemed the nation's top rooftop bar. The website Big 7 Travel released its

Uniworld to Become One of the First River Cruises to Drop Vaccine Requirements next Year

River cruise line Uniworld will drop its vaccination requirement next year, becoming one of the first major river cruises to do so and joining other large ship cruise lines in relaxing their COVID-19-era policies. The company will allow its current vaccine policy to expire after Dec. 31, and will no

How These Parks Are Helping Color-blind Visitors Enjoy Fall Foliage

The first sign of fall—beyond a crispness in the air—is the transition of green and brown forests into prismatic seas of yellow, gold, orange, and red. For Scot Burner, it’s not that impressive of a sight. He discovered he was color-blind in elementary school. Blues and purples are the most

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We’ve all been there – standing in our hotel room wondering how much (and how often) to tip housekeeping. For many travelers, the unspoken rules around tipping the housekeeping staff at U.S. hotels and resorts were already confusing before the pandemic. Now that COVID-19 protocols

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Seattle: a city of hippies and hipsters, hi-tech and nature, craft beer and coffee, and rain. Lots and lots of rain. Or is it? Yes, Seattle gets more rainy days than most other cities in the United States, but it’s actually drier than, say, New York or Miami. When to visit depends on what you want to do

Going To Denali? Stay At This Backcountry Luxury Lodge

Denali National Park is the most popular national park in Alaska and one of the most accessible. It is located in Interior Alaska and is centered on the largest mountain in North America - Denali. The park is massive - larger than the state of New Hampshire. Denali is famous for being one of the

Norwegian Cruise Line’s new ship has a ridiculously big go-kart track — here’s why I loved it

Here’s a prediction: Eventually, the top decks of Norwegian Cruise Line ships will be entirely devoted to go-kart tracks. There will be no waterslides or pools. There won’t even be lounge chairs. You’ll just spend all your sea days zooming around and around on curvy roads in miniature

The royal roots of Quebec's French

It was a perfect sun-splashed summer afternoon as my mother and I meandered through Quebec City's old town, stopping at Place Royale, a 400-year-old cobblestone square of historical greystone buildings with dormer windows and pitched roofs in red, copper and slate. My mother was born

Mary Shelley

Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley, née Godwin, was born on this day in 1797. Her mother died 11 days after her birth, and she was subsequently raised by her father who provided her a somewhat eccentric, but rich, education. She

Las Vegas is the No.1 happiest place to travel to in North America—here’s what else made the list

Club Med released its list of the top 10 happiest travel destinations in North America after compiling data from the 50 most visited tourist destinations. The survey measured the cities based on nine metrics: crime, safety, pollution, cost of domestic beers, outdoor activities, day trips, spa

'There's still pent-up demand': What you should know about fall travel

If you think travel will return to normal this fall, think again. The craziness you saw this summer – high prices, overbooked hotels and long lines – could be here for a while. "There's still pent-up demand for travel," says Jessica O'Riley, a spokeswoman for Travel Iowa. Bookings in her state

This Hotel Was Just Named Best Of 2022 By 20K Travel Advisors

The leading global network specializing in luxury and experiential travel, Virtuoso, named the best of the best in travel at its 34th annual Virtuoso Travel Week. Its 20,000 professional travel advisors from 50 countries voted on the winners. One of the most highly anticipated awards given during

No English Menu? No Problem With This Easy Travel Hack

Have you ever sat down to enjoy a nice dinner on vacation, only to find you couldn’t read the menu? While restaurants in tourist hotspots might have an English menu if you are lucky, don’t count on it. And while you could chance it, what if you get something you don’t want? You’ll end

6 Châteaux in France You Can Visit

Thousands of châteaux across France have set a certain storybook aesthetic for centuries. Many of these sprawling estates were once reserved for nobility, with gilded interiors (Hall of Mirrors, anyone?) and turreted roofs, but today you don’t need royal lineage to experience a beautiful

Qantas Will Resume Flights From NYC to Sydney After 3-year Pause

Australian airline Qantas will resume flying from New York City to Sydney next year, stopping in New Zealand on its way down under. The carrier will restart flights from the Big Apple — it’s first from the East Coast of the United States since the pandemic started — on June 14, 2023

Pups are welcome: 17 best dog destinations in US

You're headed out to see the best of the US and your dog is coming along with you. In celebration of International Dog Day on August 26, 2022, we've compiled a list of US destinations where your pooch is always welcome. These are the top 17 destinations as told to us by local experts with top

Skip This Over-Touristed Island. Experience These Secret Islands Instead

Indonesia is the largest archipelago in the world, with five major islands, 30 groups of smaller islands, and countless miniature spots tucked away throughout its sprawling setting. This incredible country is home to some of the most beautiful national parks, over 100 exotic

A Study Has Revealed The World's Best Snorkeling Destinations

The ocean and its treasures are some of the most beautiful elements of planet earth, and exploring it in real life is even more surreal. With vibrant coral reefs that house myriads of colorful marine species — as well as creatures weird and wonderful — the sea is one of the very best

Flying as a vegan: What are your options, and which airlines do it best?

I’ve been vegan since 2004. Airline food has come a long way since then, but still, some airlines are better than others in terms of the food options they offer (and whether they even load your meal on the plane in the first place). Over the past 18 years, I’ve realized some airlines are more

American Queen Voyages Announces 2023 Kentucky Derby Cruise

Fan of horse racing and cruising are in luck! American Queen Voyages has announced a 2023 Kentucky Derby Cruise on board their new paddlewheel ship American Countess. The nine-day sailing will include a pre-cruise hotel stay at the Brown Hotel in Louisville and highlights include

Ishi

In 1865, white settlers in California killed more than forty Native Americans of the Yahi tribe in what has become known as the Three Knolls Massacre. The remnants of the Yahi tribe fled into the forest and hid. Over the next

Savor The Flavors of France with Collette

Pawtucket, RI (August 28, 2022)—Collette travelers are going beyond the typical wine and cheese when it comes to experiencing French cuisine. Travelers on the 12-day Essence of France tour will head to Paris, Provence

The British islands that disappear every day

The southern-most building in the British Isles is not a crumbling castle, built to repel would-be conquerors; nor is it a lonely lighthouse, flashing a warning beacon to passing seafarers. It is a public toilet. "This toilet has the distinction of being the most southern building in the British Isles,"

Where to soak in the 10 best immersive art experiences in the US

Enjoying art doesn't have to mean gazing at paintings on a wall. These 10 interactive art spaces, voted as the best by USA TODAY 10Best readers, offer multi-sensory experiences that are meant to immerse you within the art itself

Kristina Miranda Joins Collette as Vice President of National Accounts

Pawtucket, RI (August 29, 2022)—Collette, global tour operator, today announces the appointment of Kristina Miranda to the newly created role of Vice President of National Accounts where she will be responsible for growing

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The Liberation of Paris

The Liberation of Paris from Nazi occupation reached its climax in late August, 1944. Nazi Germany had occupied and administered Paris since June, 1940 in collaboration with the puppet Viche regime. The French Resistance continued

How I Travel: Regina Hall Likes a Small Hotel Room

Speak with actress Regina Hall for a few minutes, and a theme starts to emerge. Why does she love the renowned La Mamounia hotel in Morocco? The cuisine. What does she recall about her first trip on a first-class flight? The meals. What made her flip for Byron Bay, Australia when filming there?

Looking back on 50 years of the Hard Rock Cafe

Before it was a global chain and internationally-recognized brand, the Hard Rock Cafe was a single restaurant in London. Created by two American businessmen, Peter Morton and Isaac Tigrett, it opened its doors in 1971. Morton was an industry native -- his father founded the popular American

With A Surge In Interest In Solo Travel, Here Are Tips For How Black Women Can Do It Safely

For some people, the idea of traveling alone can sound less than ideal. But for those who have found themselves waiting on friends, family and loved ones to save enough money, have enough PTO or to just simply get serious about that group trip you’ve been talking about for years, a solo

Germany's railways offered a month of unlimited rides for $9. Here's what happened

Walking from Brühl's town center to the train station, I passed a UNESCO World Heritage site. The 18th-century Augustusburg Palace -- one of Germany's earliest examples of Rococo architecture -- draws visitors from all over the world. Brühl itself, 11 miles south of Cologne, has a pretty

An Insider’s Guide to Orange County’s Little Saigon

Between the cities of Huntington Beach and Irvine, Little Saigon boasts the largest Vietnamese American population outside of Vietnam itself. This thriving community—which has over 200,000 residents—formed shortly after the Fall of Saigon and the official end of the Vietnam War in 1975

Nomadness Fest Is Heading to Newark Next Month—And You Don't Want to Miss It

As if any traveler needs a reason to visit a buzzy city and spend time talking all things travel—well, we've got one. It's called Nomadness Fest, and it's just a couple weeks away. To back it up a bit, the Nomadness Travel Tribe is a thriving online community for millennial travelers of color. Founded by

Time to go Down Under: Qantas announces a one-stop service from New York to Sydney via Auckland

Americans will have a new way to get to the land down under next summer when Qantas inaugurates a direct flight from New York to Sydney, Australia, via Auckland, New Zealand. “We can’t wait to return to New York and it’s made possible by the delivery of new aircraft, which have been

This Country Just Debuted The World's First Hydrogen-Powered Passenger Trains

A fleet of hydrogen passenger trains is now running in Germany. Alstom, a global leader in smart and sustainable mobility, says these 14 trains are used on the world’s premiere 100 percent hydrogen train route in passenger operation. German officials say they’re the first in the world

South America's First Digital Nomad Village Will Open In Brazil

South America’s first-ever digital nomad village is set to open in Brazil, where remote workers will be able to base themselves as they explore one of the continent’s most exciting and culturally diverse countries. However, if you’re thinking tourist cliches like Rio or Sao Paulo have been selected as host

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With exquisite architecture, centuries of history and spectacular settings, France’s treasure trove of gorgeous villages and tiny towns mesmerizes film directors and Instagrammers. Bypass the autoroutes and travel the meandering backroads to find thousands of rural gems scattered across

Food and Foliage: Your Guide to the Perfect Fall in Vermont

Vermont may be famous for cheddar cheese and maple syrup, but that’s only skimming the surface of what this stunning Northeast state is known for. Vermont leads the nation in breweries and brew pubs per capita; is home to food staples like Ben and Jerry’s and Jasper Hill Farm; and has food

This Romantic Treehouse Lodge Is In The Middle Of A Wild African Game Park

Imagine staying in an African national park nestled in a luxurious treehouse overlooking the park's herds and wild animals. In African game parks, one is really in between nature and the wild outdoors. The Hide is a lodge in Zimbabwe's Hwange National Park (the largest in the country) and

Should Airlines Be Held Responsible For Travel Delays? Passengers Have Chance To Weigh In

It’s been a turbulent travel season, with last minute flight changes, delays and, worse, canceled flights altogether, leading to anxiety and misery at some airport gates. Nerves are especially high in advance of the upcoming popular Labor Day vacation weekend. And now, there is at least one thing

These 10 pandemic travel trends might be here to stay

With COVID-19 testing requirements lifted and mask mandates ending, travel is back in full force. While pandemic memories are something most of us want to forget, there are some COVID-induced travel trends that remain relevant. Meet 10 pandemic pivots that are worth holding on to

Unlimited caviar and private space: Airlines are playing catch-up by wooing luxury travelers

Dubai’s Emirates airline in August announced an investment of over $2 billion to improve its inflight customer experience, including cabin interior upgrades and new menus — with unlimited caviar. The world’s biggest long-haul carrier will be retrofitting over 120 aircraft with new interiors, as well as

Europe Trips Can Be Much, Much Easier if You Follow This Advice

One of the classic European experiences is a train ride from city to city, slowly connecting the dots on the map of the continent. While picturesque, train travel in Europe is undoubtedly an efficient way to get around. Even with the competition of budget airlines, 8.2 billion passengers rode trains

You Can Now Stay in an "Invisible" Luxury Cabin in Tennessee

A collection of new “invisible” cabins near Chattanooga, Tennessee, are giving new meaning to disappearing into nature. While the cabins aren’t literally invisible, their facades are entirely mirrored, blending into the landscape by reflecting the woods around them. Called Mirror Cabins

8 Delightfully Spooky Ghost Tours in the Most Haunted Cities Around the World

All the telltale signs that summer is ending are afoot: swimsuits on sale; a twinge of autumn crispness in the air; fading suntans. But that also means one of the best holidays of the year is right around the corner: Halloween. The tradition of Halloween traces its roots back to the ancient Celtic

Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises to Accept At-home COVID Tests for Unvaccinated Passengers

Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Cruises are easing their pandemic-era protocol by allowing unvaccinated travelers on more of its sailing, as well as accepting at-home COVID-19 tests for boarding. Starting Sept. 5, the cruise line will welcome both vaccinated and unvaccinated travelers

Labor Day weekend travel with the kids: 8 spots to hit across the US

Labor Day isn’t just the unofficial farewell to summer vacation. For many families, the long holiday weekend also represents one last chance for a warm-weather getaway before the busy school year (and fall vacation season’s cooler temperatures) arrive. If you’re on the lookout for family vacation

Yellowstone Is Celebrating American Indian Tribes This Week, Here’s How

The national park may not have been established until 1872, but people have been in the area now known as Yellowstone for more than 11,000 years. For example, the most well-known group of Native Americans to use the area were the Tukudika, also known as “Sheep Eaters,” according to

The Luxury Brand Nobu To Open Hotel In Tulum

Fans of luxury travel can rejoice, following the news that the luxury brand Nobu is set to open a hotel in the Mexican town of Tulum, on the Yucatán Peninsula. With the pandemic all but grounding travelers for a period of two years, the opening of the luxury Nobu hotel gives travelers the

The 15 best places to visit in Canada right now

Canada is a country chock-full of natural sites and urban delights, where visitors are equally as wowed by the wildlife and wilderness, as they are by the cultural and culinary offerings found in the cities that speckle the sprawling nation. Peruse for polar bears on the open arctic tundra of Churchill

Maine Vs. New Brunswick: Which Destination To Choose This Fall?

Maine is the northernmost of the New England states and is bordered by the Canadian province of New Brunswick to the north. What is the difference between the two states/provinces? Maine is a favorite of New England for hiking, offering some of the best of the East Coast - compare Maine's

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The Liberation of Paris

The Liberation of Paris from Nazi occupation reached its climax in late August, 1944. Nazi Germany had occupied and administered Paris since June, 1940 in collaboration with the puppet Viche regime. The French Resistance continued

The 6 Best Hotels in São Paulo, Brazil

There’s no better way to get a sense of how immense Brazil’s biggest city is than a window seat on an arriving flight. São Paulo, a metro area of 22 million paulistanos, sprawls in every direction: up, with residential towers rising en masse like a Lego city; out, as its suburbs grow and its urban core

This Popular Maine Town Is Working to Cap Cruise Ship Passenger Arrivals — Here's Why

Maine's Bar Harbor is working to cap cruise ship arrivals, adopting daily passenger limits and stopping cruise ships from visiting entirely in April and November. The cruise recommendations, which have been accepted by the town's council, will limit the number of passengers allowed to

London travel is extremely busy, but not impossible if you plan ahead

The international travel boon, after most countries lifted COVID-era restrictions, coupled with a favorable euro have made London one of this season's hottest travel destinations. As travel agents have told USA TODAY, those heading to Europe this summer should leave themselves plenty of extra

Peek Inside This Gorgeous New Hotel With Amazing Mediterranean Views — Bonus: It’s Also Carbon Neutral

International travelers looking for something different can now consider a lavish hotel in the Spanish islands in the Mediterranean. Villa Le Blanc Gran Meliá recently opened along the shores of the Balearic Islands in Menorca. The energy-efficient, carbon-neutral hotel features 159 rooms all with

U.S. State Department Issues 6 New Travel Advisory Updates

The Department of State for the United States has just issued a total of six new travel advisory updates for American travelers. The updates – most of which were published on the State Department’s website just last night – provide travelers with information about the different threats

The 11 best places to eat poutine in Canada

Eating poutine is a quintessential part of the Canadian experience, perhaps even more so than seeing a moose or eating a Timbit donut morsel from Tim Hortons. A sublime combination of fries, cheese and gravy, poutine is one of Canada's truly definitive foods. It pairs well with beer, you can

12 Secret Islands in Australia You’ve Likely Never Heard Of

Australia can look a little overwhelming to travelers at first, with so much to explore across such a huge stretch of land. With its diverse climate, unique wildlife, and endless stretches of coastline, there’s a lot to explore. And that’s before you’ve even taken a trip off the mainland. There are

10 Of The Most Bike-Friendly Cities In The World

As the world’s population is soaring, cities around the world are feeling the impact, especially when it comes to road infrastructure. To prevent gridlock and exhaustive car traffic, many international cities adopted bike-friendly initiatives in the past few decades (or even earlier). From miles of

JetBlue will bring less-premium Airbus A321 to London

Last year, JetBlue Airways crossed the pond for the first time. The carrier launched its first transatlantic flight in August 2021 from New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to London’s Heathrow Airport (LHR). JetBlue has since expanded its European operations to a second

Sicily's unexplored hidden interior

Rolling hills covered with wheat fields and dotted with wind turbines stretched into the distance as far as the eye could see. Occasionally, a stone village appeared among them, terraced along the hillside or sitting atop a ridge overlooking the ochre-and-gold landscape. The scenery could have

Cruise Lines That Are Offering Free Drinks on Cruises

Several cruise lines are currently offering either free drink packages or free drinks when you take a cruise on one of their cruise ships. If you’re looking for free drinks on your next cruise, here’s a list of cruise lines you may want to check out and the deals they are currently offering

"Incredibly frustrating" airline delays cause summer travel nightmares

Summer travel nightmares have continued, with more than 19,000 flights delayed and nearly 3,000 more canceled since Sunday in the U.S. This summer, nearly a quarter of flights by U.S. airlines have been delayed, according to FlightAware. The average delay has been almost an hour. Severe

They met on a promenade in Nice. Now this couple makes a living traveling in a world of sounds

Seven years ago, American Libby Green was traveling with her mom in Italy and France, capping off their trip with a visit to the southern French Mediterranean resort city of Nice before flying back to the US. Meanwhile, German-born Marcel Gnauk and a friend were also in Nice, attending the

The Destruction of Pompeii

It was the day after Vulcanalia, the festival of the Roman god of fire. On August 24th, death rained down on the Roman village of Pompeii from Mount Vesuvius. For several weeks, the wells around the town had begun to go dry

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Cayman Islands to Eliminate All COVID-19 Travel Restrictions —What to Know

The Cayman Islands will drop all COVID-19-related travel restrictions this week, welcoming all travelers for the first time in the pandemic era. Starting Aug. 24, travelers won't need to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination, a negative test, a travel declaration form or a travel request via Travel

U.S. Airlines With The Most Delays And Cancellations This Month

Air travel in the United States has been rough this summer. Overwhelming travel demand has strained a short-staffed aviation industry, leading to delays, cancellations, and lost luggage. Travelers have been eager to regain their freedom after years of pandemic-era regulations have

10 Best Places to Travel in November

This November, consider relocating the turkey-powered family get-together. There are countless destinations offering a delicious counterpoint to that perennial meal, whether you’d prefer gourmet food on the Caribbean’s fanciest island or the chance to crunch a few sugared skulls in Mexico. Here

This New Interactive Website Will Show Cancellation and Delay Policies for U.S. Airlines

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) will launch a website in the coming weeks that details airline policies on cancellations or delays, the department's latest effort to arm passengers with information amid widespread summer travel chaos. The website will include an "easy-to-read"

When are cruise lines still requiring COVID testing? Here's what passengers should know.

After the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ended its COVID-19 cruise ship program last month, many cruise lines changed their health and safety protocols and dropped some testing requirements. Major brands like Royal Caribbean International and Carnival Cruise Line rolled back

Canada's 4 best train trips

Canada’s railways, operated by government-run VIA Rail, are a pillar of the country’s late 19th and early 20th-century history. Impressive feats of engineering, the railways united the nation, delivered news and supplies to isolated communities and brought prosperity and mobility to the masses

Yes, You Can Actually Experience Autumn in Hawaii

When most people think of “fall colors,” they don’t traditionally think of a paradise of year-round sunshine and warmth like the islands of Hawaii. But there is actually an incredible variety of flora and fauna in a whole host of spots across The Aloha State, with fall colors in the form of both

Peru's Hidden Gem: 10 Things To Do In Arequipa

Arequipa is known as Peru’s White City, recognizable for the baroque white stone architecture set against a stunning landscape with volcano views. While many travelers spend their entire trip to Peru exploring Lima, Cusco, and the Amazon, they’re missing out by skipping over Arequipa. This

The Belvedere Hotel: Why Staying Here Is An Iconic NYC Experience

Going to the Big Apple? Finding the right place to stay in America's largest city can be tricky, and there are plenty of good options throughout the Five Boroughs. If one is planning to stay in Midtown of Manhattan near Times Square, then The Belvedere Hotel may be the accommodation

This Dublin Hotel’s Genealogy Butler Can Find Your Irish Roots

For Marcia DeSanctis, author of the upcoming travel memoir A Hard Place to Leave: Stories from a Restless Life, her Irish heritage had always played second fiddle to her Italian roots. “The Irish part of my family had been somewhat diluted over the generations,” she says. “The Italian side was so

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Around 4,000 years ago, this pale, hard-packed spit of Iraqi desert was the centre of civilisation. Today the ruins of the great city of Ur, once an administrative capital of Mesopotamia, now sit in a barren wasteland near Iraq's most notorious prison. In the shadow of the towering prison fences

Royal Caribbean Set to Welcome Unvaccinated Guests

Another cruise line is allowing unvaccinated guests to sail on board, so long as they still test negative for COVID-19 prior to cruising. Royal Caribbean International announced today that starting Sept. 5, the cruise line will welcome all guests – unvaccinated and vaccinated – to sail on

These Areas Of Death Valley National Park Are Now Open Following Devastating Flooding

The National Park Service has mostly good news for anybody with plans to visit Death Valley National Park. Monsoonal rains and flash flooding caused millions of dollars in damage to Death Valley’s roads and facilities roughly 2 weeks ago, resulting in the park’s roads being closed. Now

10 best winery hotels in the United States

What's better than a quick day trip into wine country for a tasting or two? A full-fledged wine country getaway! These 10 winery hotels from across the country, nominated by a panel of wine industry experts and voted as the best by USA TODAY 10Best readers, provide a perfect place to

Eugene Bullard

Eugene Bullard joined the French Foreign Legion upon the outbreak of World War I. A native of Georgia, he traveled back to the United States to enlist and fight for his country when the U.S. joined the war. Though he passed his

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Buttigieg warns airlines to help travelers or face new rules

Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg has warned airlines that his department could draft new rules around passenger rights if the carriers don’t give more help to travelers trapped by flight cancellations and delays. The Transportation Department on Friday released a copy of the

Los Cabos And Cancun At Level 2 Travel Advisory Heading Into The Fall

Heading south of the border this fall? You may have seen the U.S. Department of State has issued updated travel advisories for each individual Mexican destination this fall. While security risks in places like Puerto Vallarta are considered high enough to warrant a Level 3 badge, meaning

London travel is extremely busy, but not impossible if you plan ahead

The international travel boon, after most countries lifted COVID-era restrictions, coupled with a favorable euro have made London one of this season's hottest travel destinations. As travel agents have told USA TODAY, those heading to Europe this summer should leave themselves plenty of extra

Inside the world's largest model airport and railway

There's a low rumbling sound of aircraft landing and engines whirring. Bags are loaded onto planes. In the terminal, people sip coffee, wait for their flight and reunite with loved ones in arrivals. An Emirates A380 readies for takeoff, accelerating before soaring into the clouds. A crowd of onlookers

National Parks, Hot Springs, and the Great American Frontier: The Ultimate Wyoming Road Trip

This year marks the 150th anniversary of the first national park in the United States and one of the most famous in the National Park System—Yellowstone. The nearly 3,500-square-mile wilderness is situated mostly in Wyoming with parts of the park extending into Montana and Idaho. It is known

Venice Tourists Fined Over $1500, Called Out by Mayor for Riding Motorized Surfboards Down the Grand Canal

A pair of tourists were fined this week for riding motorized surfboards down Venice's Grand Canal, speeding and hovering just above the water's surface. Venice's mayor Luigi Brugnaro called the tourists "overbearing imbeciles who make a mockery of the City," tweeting a video of the incident

U.S. Airlines Are Cutting Thousands of Fall Flights—Here's What to Know

After a summer plagued by flight delays and cancellations, U.S. travelers are looking ahead to the fall and hoping for smoother operations. As airlines are doing the same, they're making the choice to cut thousands of flights into the fall and holiday season. Earlier this week, American Airlines alone

Gaylord Hotels’ Fan-Favorite Holiday Experience To Return This Year, And You’ll Need A Parka To Visit

The nation may be in the midst of the sweltering summer heat, but Gaylord Hotels is already looking ahead to the cold days of winter. Gaylord, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio, has announced the return in 2022 of its Christmas marquee experience, Ice!, which will take place at five locations

Stay At These Top-Rated Casino Hotels In Las Vegas

Las Vegas is glitz, glamor, and games. In addition to its offerings of world-class shows, incredible themed restaurants, and mystical magic shows, The Strip is known for its lively casinos. In fact, it's common to stay at a Las Vegas hotel with a casino attached to it! Embedded amongst the bright

Do I need to wear a mask on my cruise? A line-by-line guide

Since the cruising resumed post-pandemic, I’ve been on more than a dozen sailings, and I have several more planned for the rest of 2022. At this point, with restrictions easing, it can be difficult to know when you’re required to wear a mask on a cruise ship and when you’re not. The U.S. Centers

Hawaii's ancient land management system

Walking the paths of Limahuli Garden & Preserve, my jacket soaked through by the steady rain characteristic of Kauai's lush north shore, I bent over placards introducing Pritchardia limahuliensis, a native fan palm endemic only to this Hawaiian valley, and breathed in the sweet scent of the white

Paris by sidecar: A unique way to experience the City of Lights

As we idle at a quiet intersection, waiting for the light to change, a man crossing the street stops in his tracks, pulls his headphones down and approaches us with a look of childish delight. It’s impossible to exchange more than a few words, but that does not seem to bother him, nor the

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The Founding of the Red Cross

In 1864, the Swiss government invited the governments of Europe and the United States to a diplomatic conference in Geneva. On August 22, 1864, that group of nations adopted the first Geneva Convention "for the Amelioration of

Americans are flocking to Europe's hot spots. Here's where Europeans are going instead

If you've been thinking every American you know is in Europe this summer (or headed there this fall), you might be right. "For most American travelers, this is the first year they are traveling unencumbered by Covid restrictions," said Dolev Azaria, founder of New York City-based Azaria

Salem Witch Trials

On August 19, 1692, five people, one woman and four men, were executed by hanging for the crime of witchcraft in Salem, Massachussetts. The five, Susannah Martin, George Burroughs, John Willard, George Jacobes, and John

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Look beyond Barcelona. Here’s where locals travel in Spain

Spain is one of the world’s most-visited countries, drawing more than 83 million travelers in 2019, according to the United Nations’ World Tourism Organization. In terms of international arrivals, that makes it second only to France. But the Spanish are also avid travelers within their own country

9 Things to Know Before Hiking Patagonia’s Torres del Paine Iconic Treks

Hail and 70 mph winds lashed my face as I climbed over John Gardner Pass, the highest point of Torres del Paine’s iconic O trek in Chilean Patagonia. The hike started hours before sunrise in the pitch-black dark. Now with the hardest part of the trek behind me, I could finally see the view: A

Great Smoky Mountains National Park to Implement Parking Fees Starting Next Year

Great Smoky Mountains National Park will implement a paid-parking pass program and increase camping fees next year in an effort to raise money for park maintenance and improvements. The new fee structure, which will go into effect on March 1, 2023, will require visitors to display a tag

US travelers warned of 'kidnapping risk' in some parts of Mexico

The U.S. State Department issued an updated Travel Advisory Wednesday for U.S. travelers visiting Mexico, including new state-level advice and information on "kidnapping risk." The agency cited an "increased risk of crime and kidnapping" in certain areas of Mexico. A spokesperson for the State

Colorado’s New Mountaintop Coaster Not For The Faint Of Heart

“Oh my gosh, that was awesome!” “Wait, is it over?” “We’re going back again — four times in a row!” Those were just a few of the exclamations I heard while watching guests of Colorado’s Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park exit their 56-second-long ride aboard the mountaintop theme

Welcome aboard, unvaccinated cruise passengers

Cruise business has been brisk this year at Danny Genung’s travel agency, but it’s been supercharged since cruise lines started easing testing and vaccine requirements in the past couple of weeks. “We’ve seen a huge spike in bookings, like a massive spike in bookings,” the Harr Travel

Mulling over Morocco? 6 questions to ask before visiting in 2022

You can see the sense of relief on the faces of shopkeepers and restaurant and hotel staff as they welcome you in. Borders are open, restrictions mostly lifted and Morocco's impressive cities, magnificent mountains and expansive beaches are welcoming visitors once again. In 2018, almost

Why The Chateau Frontenac Is Quebec's Most Romantic Hotel

Quebec City is often called the heart of French Canada, and some say the historic and luxurious Fairmont Le Château Frontenac is the heart of Quebec City. Located in Old Quebec's Upper Town, Château Frontenac is the epitome of modern-day romantic elegance in an old-world setting. That it

Why United’s expanded Premium Plus rollout isn’t exclusively good news

United Airlines is betting big on the future of premium economy. The Chicago-based carrier revealed plans this week to outfit the rest of its international wide-body fleet with Premium Plus recliners. Specifically, select Boeing 767-300 aircraft will soon receive a retrofit that’ll install a

How to Actually Relax on Vacation

In between the barrage of news notifications pinging our phones and emails (or children) demanding a reply ASAP, we could collectively use a break. It is August, after all—where did the summer go?! While relaxation can come poolside in a lounge chair—perhaps with a drink in hand

Alaska Airlines, Honor Flight Team Up To Fly Military Vets Living In Hawaii To Washington D.C. For Free

Alaska Airlines is teaming up with the Honor Flight Network to offer military veterans in Hawaii free flights to Washington, D.C., to visit memorials honoring their service. Flights will begin the week of Veterans Day in November, with additional flights being planned for 2023. Veterans living in Hawaii

The hotel that inspired 'Dirty Dancing' has burned down

Somebody put Baby in a corner: the remains of an upstate New York hotel that inspired the movie "Dirty Dancing" have burned down, according to the local fire department. The property, which was called Grossinger's Catskill Resort Hotel, closed its doors in 1986. An August 17 notice posted on

Cruise Line Eliminates Testing But Keeps Vaccine Requirement

Windstar Cruises is the latest cruise line to eliminate pre-cruise COVID-19 testing starting next month. The cruise line also announced that they will be keeping their vaccine requirement for sailings on their ships. Windstar Cruises will no longer require a pre-cruise COVID-19 test for

Traveling the world as one of the first Black Pan Am flight attendants

In the summer of 1969, Sheila Nutt was one of just two Black women in a crowded Philadelphia hotel, waiting to interview for a coveted role as a flight attendant for Pan American World Airways. Nutt was a 20-year-old college student living in Philadelphia. A couple of years previously, she was

The best U.S. airlines of 2022, according to travel website The Points Guy

For the fourth year in a row, Delta Air Lines topped The Points Guy's annual list of the best U.S. airlines, the travel website announced Wednesday on "CBS Mornings." Brian Kelly, the site's founder and CEO, said the Atlanta-based carrier came out on top after scoring big for reliability, family travel

American passports are strong, but not the strongest. What to know about traveling with one

Most travelers have almost no say over which passport they hold, but American citizens are lucky in that their travel documents open a lot of doors. According to rankings from Henley & Partners, a citizenship advisory firm, the U.S. passport ranks seventh in the world when it comes to access

3 More Countries Remove All Travel Restrictions And Entry Requirements

Guatemala, St. Kitts and Nevis, and Madagascar are the three latest countries to announce over the past week that they are removing all Covid-related travel restrictions and entry requirements for visitors. The removal of restrictions includes the scraping of all Covid testing and proof of

Yosemite's Grove of Giant Sequoias Reopens After Wildfire

After having been closed for nearly a month due to wildfire threats, Yosemite National Park’s legendary Mariposa Grove of giant sequoias reopened to visitors this month. The famed grove boasts roughly 500 mature sequoias, the most extensive collection within the park. It includes the

What You’re Owed if an Airline Bumps You From Your Flight

It’s a situation that’s becoming increasingly common: You’re waiting for your flight to start boarding, when the gate agent announces the plane is overbooked and some passengers will need to be bumped to a later flight. How does this happen, and what can travelers do about it? Planes

Live out a Jimmy Buffett song at these 10 spots in Florida

It’s almost as though Jimmy Buffett wrote the soundtrack to Florida. He certainly has spent enough time there, and so have I, as a Floridian of four decades. Buffett’s lyrics often bring to mind locales where I have followed his footsteps – literally or figuratively – in the Sunshine State. So, when it's

American Queen's Longest Sailing Explores Two Iconic U.S. Rivers

American Queen Voyages is going big — really big — with its latest offering. Its American Countess riverboat will be used for a 23-day journey on the Mississippi and Ohio rivers, taking guests from just outside the Twin Cities in Minnesota to Pittsburgh. A reverse trip is also available. The 1,772

Top 7 Hotels In Boston, Massachusetts

Boston, Massachusetts is a beautiful city full of countless things to do, ranging from museums to countless hidden gems. If you’re looking to visit, finding a great place to stay will be an important part of planning your trip. From luxurious resorts to beautiful boutique hotels, here are 7 great

10 Best Hostels For A Stay In Lisbon, Portugal

There are plenty of reasons to fall in love with Lisbon. This colorful Portuguese capital city is perfect for nature-loving tourists and budget-conscious travelers alike, offering a mix of history, culture, scenic sights, and delicious food. Discover Lisbon as a solo traveler or with fellow companions while

Norwegian Viva Debut Pushed Back to August 2023

Citing ongoing supply chain issues, Norwegian Cruise Line began informing passengers this week that their summer 2023 sailings aboard the forthcoming Norwegian Viva have been canceled. The sister-ship to the hotly-anticipated Norwegian Prima, which makes its debut this month in Iceland

Virgin Voyages Secures $550 Million in New Funding

One of the newest cruise lines sailing is poised for a bright future after securing $550 million in new funding from new and existing investors. Virgin Voyages announced the funding in a press release today and executives from the cruise line say it points to not just a bright future for the cruise line

The Birth Of Virginia Dare

The first child in the New World born to English parents was Virginia Dare, born August 18, 1587. Her parents were Eleanor and Ananias Dare, colonists in the ill-fated Roanoke Colony, in present day North Carolina. The Roanoke

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Collette Travelers Say Oui to All Things France on NEW tour

Pawtucket, RI (August 15, 2022)—Collette travelers are saying Oui to All Things France on a new explorations small group tour designed to ignite the senses on a journey to romantic Paris, chromatic Provence, and the sparkling

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Pike Place Market Opens

The local farmers around Seattle were not happy. Because of the distance into town and the difficult requirements of city government, most were forced to sell their produce on consignment through the wholesalers in town. As a

What to Do If Your Fight Is Canceled, According to a Travel Expert

Between extraordinarily high demand from passengers, airline staff shortages, and standard summer weather delays, flights have been delayed or canceled left and right. And while any unexpected schedule changes makes flying a hassle, it shouldn't completely discourage you from

CDC adds Russia to COVID travel warning list

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Monday added Russia to its coronavirus travel warning list, classifying the country as level 3 of 4 in pandemic severity. “Make sure you are vaccinated and up to date with your COVID-19 vaccines before traveling to Russia. If you are not

American Airlines places big bet on supersonic travel

American Airlines has put down a nonrefundable deposit for 20 supersonic passenger jets that are still being designed and years away from flying. It's unclear how long it will take for the planes to be built, let alone ready to take off with commercial passengers aboard, as the aircrafts — made by

There's More to Travel Than Going to New Places

Late afternoon is a mystical time of day when you’re sitting on the bow of a fishing boat, rod in hand, during the height of Alaska’s brief summer. The low-hanging sun chisels the mountains into high definition, accompanied by the smells of pine, salt, and sunscreen. The water looks like

My 5 Favorite Unexpected Perks Of Slow Travel

My best travel experiences have been when I decided to stay in one place for an extended length of time. I have traveled and lived in Iran, Nicaragua, Mexico, France, Italy, England, Spain, and Portugal. Each of those experiences consisted of staying in one city or village for more than 2

Is It Cheaper To Travel In The Fall? Let's Weigh The Facts

Humans have recognized the significance of travel from the beginning of time. One of the best things about traveling is that it introduces tourists to other cultures and environments that they may not otherwise encounter. Along with expanding their intellect, this activity will also help them

Visitors to Grand Falls in Arizona Were Recently Treated to the Rare Sight of 'Chocolate Waterfalls'

When conditions line up just right, a normally dry cliffside in Arizona's Navajo Nation outside of Flagstaff transforms into a milky brown waterfall taller than the Niagara Falls — a phenomenon that visitors who were in the right place at the right time recently got to see. "Sightseers in Arizona

Want to live at sea? This residential ship offers full-time cruising

Even the most adventurous travelers may long to sleep in their own bed after a while. But Alister Punton, co-founder and CEO of Storylines, which will launch its first residential cruise ship in 2024 departing from Croatia, has a fix for that. "Well, you take your home with you," Punton told USA

Top 7 Off The Beaten Path Beaches In Southern California

If there’s one thing Southern California is known for, it’s beautiful coasts and equally beautiful beaches. One downside to such beaches, though, is that they can get incredibly crowded, especially in the summer months. If you’re looking for some beaches a bit more

10 Things To Experience At Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa

The Aulani Disney Resort and Spa is one of the popular destinations in Oahu, Hawaii. The hotel has something for everyone, regardless of their tastes. Kids, couples, families, groups, and solo vacationers will equally find this gem magical. The hotel has an inviting aura that

5 of the best road trips in Norway: be captivated by mountain passes and coastal routes

In the land of 50,000 islands, where mountains spring straight from the sea and mossy greens sit starkly against grey, craggy, snow-capped peaks, driving is the best way to get about. Seeing all Norway has to offer from the cozy cockpit of a car is, quite simply, an

Disney Cruise Line eliminates vaccination requirement for children ages 5 to 11

Disney Cruise Line is dropping its requirement for children over the age of 5 to be fully vaccinated before sailing. The cruise line’s website reads: “Beginning September 2, 2022, for sailings departing US and Canadian ports, Disney Cruise Line will require Guests ages 12

CDC: Gorgeous island nation in Asia now at 'high' travel risk for Covid

The CDC added three new destinations on Monday to its "high" risk list for Covid-19, including an Asian island nation in the Pacific beloved by tourists for its stunning beaches. The Philippines, a country of 7,000 tropical islands featuring stunning oceanic scenery, delicious food and people

In Hawaii, the Search for Sustainable Tourism

When John De Fries’s mother was in high school in the 1940s, she was forbidden from dancing the hula and speaking Hawaiian, the language of her ancestors. The school she attended was for children of Hawaiian descent, but instead of encouraging students to embrace that heritage, it tried

Commentary: Here are the steps the airline industry is taking to create a better air travel experience for everyone

During the pandemic, air travel came to a screeching halt, plummeting to levels not seen since the dawn of the jet age. Airplanes were parked wing to wing in the desert. Airports were left empty, like forgotten ghost towns, not resembling hubs of transportation and commerce. There was

American Airlines cuts 31,000 flights from its November schedule

American Airlines is once again cutting its flight schedule, slashing 16% or 31,000 flights during November, according to data from Cirium, an aviation analytics company. The airline said the move is "in line with our approach to network and schedule planning throughout the year." Schedule data

Seriously Low Water Levels Are Disrupting European River Cruises

Earlier this month, I sailed on my first-ever river cruise along the Rhine, with an itinerary that had stops in the Netherlands, France, Germany, and Switzerland. I was looking forward to exploring the many museums of Amsterdam and wandering through the vineyard villages of Alsace. But as we

Sports Illustrated

On this day in 1964, Sports Illustrated published its first issue. The cover featured Milwaukee Braves player Eddie Mathews at bat and New York Giants catcher Wes Westrum in Milwaukee County Stadium. Today, the magazine has

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Climbers Of This Popular Path In France Now Required To Pay Rescue Deposit

Anyone who wants to climb Mont Blanc, the tallest peak in the Alps and the second-highest mountain in western Europe, using the most-popular climbing route will soon need to put down a €15,000 (about $15,300) deposit first. That money will be used to cover the climber’s possible

We Just Hiked The Inca Trail To Machu Picchu: So Was It Worth It?

There was no way we were heading to Machu Picchu and not doing the Inca Trail. The pretentious traveler in me wouldn’t allow it. The four-day trek is the stuff of bucket list dreams, and only seeing the old Incan Citadel wasn’t going to be enough. As soon as we’d decided Peru was on the cards

The 9 most epic surf spots in Europe for 2022

Many would say that when it comes to surfing, we live in a post-exploration era in which even the most remote, difficult-to-get to breaks hold at least whispers of others having visited before you. And while some surfers mourn this loss of discovery, many more are celebrating the very

Here's What It's Like To Stay At Nashville's Urban Cowboy Hotel

Urban Cowboy is one of the hippest niche hotel ventures among creatives and those in the know. Born as a passion project nearly ten years ago in the trendy Williamsburg neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York, the Nashville location first opened its doors in May 2016. From the outside

The UK's eccentric book-loving 'kingdom'

On 1 April 1977, second-hand bookshop owner Richard Booth donned a homemade crown, marched through the streets of Hay-on-Wye and declared himself "King of Hay" outside the gates of the Welsh town's Norman-era castle. Holding a regal sceptre fashioned from brass plumbing and

Holland American Line Shares Updated "Travel Well" Protocols

Holland American Line has shared an update to its “Travel Well” COVID-19 protocols and procedures and it makes cruising a lot easier for guests. Beginning after September 6, 2022, vaccinated travelers sailing on voyages for up to 15 nights will no longer have to test days before

Oaxaca: 10 Things Travelers Need to Know Before Visiting

Oaxaca (pronounced wa-ha-ka) is also known as Oaxaca de Juarez, the capital city of Oaxaca state in Mexico. The city is steeped in history that starts along those cobblestone roads of Centro and into the narrow streets of the city where boutique cafes, restaurants, art galleries

CDC Eases COVID-19 Guidelines to Move to a Point Where It 'No Longer Severely Disrupts Our Daily Lives'

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) both adjusted their COVID-19 guidance around isolation and testing on Thursday. The CDC will no longer recommend isolation for people who were exposed to COVID-19, regardless of their

The 10 Best Hotels in Montreal

The colorful, bilingual, and multicultural city of Montreal has a strong personality and a lot to offer. Whether it comes down to its food, culture, vibe, and big, big energy, Montreal is also home to a vast hotel portfolio that reflects the richness of its identity. Now that travel is

Don't Let Cold Weather Deter You From a Weekend in Edmonton, Canada's Festival City

What if I told you that Canada’s festival city is found in the continent’s northernmost metropolis? It’s true: Edmonton hosts over 60 festivals every year, earning the nickname “festival city.” It’s a well-earned one, because even when winter temperatures can plunge to -22 degrees

See the best street art in these 10 cities across the country

Street art is exploding in popularity across the country. Urban art gives insight into a city's culture and personality, and these 10 American cities have some of the best collections of public art. A panel of experts partnered with 10Best editors to pick the initial 20 nominees, and the top

Viking Debuts New Ship In Southeast Asia Specially Designed To Sail The Mekong River

The inaugural season for the newest Viking river ship is underway in southeast Asia. The 15-day itinerary takes guests between Kampong Cham, Cambodia and Mỹ Tho, Vietnam. The Viking Saigon is an 80-guest ship purpose-built for the Mekong River. “The fascinating cultures of

Portugal has some amazing hikes – why does no one know about it?

Famed for golden beaches and picturesque cities, Portugal is less known for its hiking paths. This is good news for those looking to discover memorable trails far from the madding crowd. The Iberian nation is packed with countless scenic routes, from clifftop journeys overlooking the

These 6 Hacks Will Give Your Kids the Disney Trip of Their Dreams

Kids don’t care about Mickey Mouse, and neither should you if you want to save hundreds on your next family vacation to Walt Disney World Orlando. What kids care about is the idea of Mickey, Disney’s top celebrity. Disney trots that mouse out like he’s the headliner at Coachella

Everything You Need To Know About Royal Caribbean's Ultimate World Cruise

This is it - the penultimate answer to every traveler's desires, calling those whose long-held dream is to dedicate several months to traveling the planet, experiencing the top sights and sounds across this good gracious earth. As one of the best cruise lines dominating the travel

Emirates chief ponders new future for Airbus A380. Is it realistic?

Is it possible there could be a more robust future than previously thought for the Airbus A380? Leaders at the world’s largest operator of the superjumbo jet hope so. In an interview with CNN Travel published this week, Emirates President Sir Tim Clark spoke of a future need for more

Train strikes cause more disruption for passengers

Some 6,500 train drivers at nine rail companies, who are members of the Aslef union, are staging their latest 24-hour walkout in a dispute over pay. There have been several rail strikes this summer, with unions calling for pay increases more in line with the rising cost of living. But

I’m a Travel Pro Thanks to My Flight Attendant Husband — Here’s How You Can Become One Too

As a former flight attendant, my husband is always well packed and seemingly prepared for any turn of events when we travel for leisure, especially when it comes to long flights. I often envy how he manages to have a compact bag while still having everything he needs — along with all

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The Cologne Cathedral

On August 15, 1248, the cornerstone of the Cologne Cathedral was laid. Construction was completed in 1880, a period of over 600 years. Originally, the Cathedral was conceived as a home for religious relics of the Three

End of summer family travel on a budget

After two years of isolation and exploring the backyard, families are eager to travel again. But higher travel costs are daunting the prospects of hitting the road this summer. Yet, with only a few weeks of summer left, is there still an opportunity to travel without breaking the bank? The cost of

Ireland's Puck Fair- No Kidding, the Goat is King

For three days each year in August, more than 20,000 people converge on Killorglin in Kerry in Southwest Ireland for the coronation of a goat. But not just any goat. No sir. That is King Puck on the stage in the center of town overlooking the river Laune. It is best to be full of good spirit in

The organization providing free travel experiences to Black women with cancer

When their sister Maria died from breast cancer in 2019, Alicia and Esther Tambe were determined to honor her in a way that would truly encapsulate the person she was. As they began researching, the pair quickly learned that there was a history of breast cancer in their family and

U.S. Airlines To Cut More Than 30,000 Flights This November

A collection of airlines operating with the United States are set to cut more than 30,000 flights between them this November, adding further misery to travelers amidst the current chaotic travel climate. Despite the appetite for travel being back strong than ever, airlines have struggled with

Unexpected storms diverted 100 American Airlines flights and sparked hundreds of cancellations

Severe thunderstorms around Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport on Wednesday caused 100 American Airlines flight diversions and led to hundreds of cancellations that extended into Thursday's schedule. More than 320 American Airlines flights had been canceled by midafternoon

In New Orleans, Pop-Ups Are Here Today, Gone Tomorrow

We were there for the secret pizza. On a sunny Saturday afternoon, my partner, Tony, and I parked in the St. Claude neighborhood of downtown New Orleans. That morning, I’d been messaged an address for a membership-only wood-fired pizza pop-up, which asked to remain

Renew Your U.S. Passport Online in August

The U.S. Department of State is permitting an initial test of online passport renewal for 25,000 individuals. The pilot program is part of a Biden administration effort to make travel and passport acquisition easier to accomplish. The State Department will allow up to 25,000 applicants to

27 Cozy A-Frame Cabins Made for Fall Getaways

The end of summer isn’t so sad when you count the best things about fall: fresh air, golden leaves, and perfect plans made—like a weekend getaway to an A-frame cabin rental. It’s not hard to see what’s so special about this particularly cozy house design, which grows increasingly

Top 9 Reasons Why You Should Pick a Cruise You Can Drive To Instead of Fly

The best vacations can also be the easiest -- and what's easier than driving to a port close to home and jumping on a cruise ship? While we love exotic destinations and far-flung locales, boarding a ship that's within driving distance of your house has a specific appeal. Luckily, if you

Princess Cruises Announces Revised Skagway Schedule For Remainder of 2022 Season

In light of recent rockslides and continued risk of more rockslides at the port area in Skagway, Alaska, Princess Cruises has announced its revised schedule for the port for the remainder of 2022. In a statement, the cruise line said that it “will retain two thirds of its port calls to Skagway

Visit Massachusetts on a budget

Thanks to fantastic academic and cultural institutions and wonderful natural resources, travelers can experience the very best of Massachusetts without busting their budgets. Making the right decisions about where to eat, what to do and how to move around the Bay State are key factors

Visiting Koreatown? Here's What This L.A. Neighborhood Offers

Koreatown is found in downtown L.A. and south of Hollywood. Being a trilingual community, it has a unique mixture of three distinctive cultures: English, Korean and Spanish. Prominent for its spirited nights, Koreatown attracts locals and foreigners alike. Whether looking forward to

The World's First Space Hotel Is Opening Soon & Here's What To Know About It

The race to make humans a multi-planetary species has been ongoing for more than a hundred years now. With rockets being fired into the moon almost daily, humans have continued to make progress on this quest of occupying places beyond the earth. With a space hotel now preparing to

‘Unlimited’ caviar in first class and refreshed cabins: Emirates touts $2B in upgrades

Emirates, the Dubai-based airline known for luxurious premium cabins and top-notch service, announced today that it plans to invest $2 billion into passenger experience starting this year. The investment will fund upgraded cabins, new inflight menus and specialized hospitality training for

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The IBM PC Introduced

On August 12, 1981, IBM introduced the IBM 5150. Designed and created by a team of IBM engineers in Boca Raton Florida, the IBM 5150 quickly became known as the IBM Personal Computer, or, more commonly, as the

The Babe Hits 500

On August 11, 1929, Babe Ruth became the first baseball player to hit 500 career home runs with a home run at League Park in Cleveland, Ohio. Born George Herman Ruth, Jr. on February 6, 1895, Babe Ruth was the first player

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Air travel system is 'very brittle,' Buttigieg says. DOT wants to hear traveler complaints

Air traffic disruptions have plagued summer travelers, and this past weekend was no exception. Friday was the worst day for cancellations since mid-June, with 1,613 US flights canceled, according to data from flight tracking site FlightAware. And cancellations kept stacking up over the weekend

We Found Some of the Cheapest (But Still Fabulous!) Places to Travel in the World

Travel is one of the best things you can do for yourself and your family. Whether you visit a magical island in the United States or a fantastic-for-kids vacation spot, trips always bring people closer together. They also offer a much-needed opportunity for relaxation in this busy, stressful world. But

Silver-Haired and Shameless About Perks: Retirees Take Part-time Work in the Travel Industry

Maria Boyd-Scott turned 60 last month, and she and her wife, Joey Boyd-Scott, 68, celebrated the milestone in style: They flew business class to Amsterdam, staying at a Hilton for two nights, and then headed to France for two nights at the Waldorf Astoria Versailles. The damage to their wallets?

Eight of Vietnam's hottest new hotels

One of Anthony Bourdain's favorite countries -- he said his first trip there was "life-changing" -- Vietnam also represents one of Asia's best value destinations. Now that the country has relaxed arrival rules for international travelers, visitors are beginning to return. The hospitality industry is

Shhh: Ireland Has Some of the Best Stargazing in Europe

With remote, rugged landscapes and a low population density, Ireland has night skies of exceptional quality: On a clear night, you can spot distant constellations, watch meteor showers, count satellites, and even see the International Space Station whizzing past. Comprising the Republic of

Yosemite National Park's Mariposa Grove Reopens After Month-long Fire Closure

Yosemite National Park, a favorite summer destination for thousands of visitors, has reopened its famed Mariposa Grove, home to more than 500 mature giant sequoias. The Washburn fire that had threatened the Grove is now 100% contained, Yosemite park ranger Scott Gediman told the Los

Where to Eat, Stay, and Play on Tasmania, the Fast-Transforming & Flourishing Australian Island State

Cut off from Australia’s mainland by the Bass Strait, Tasmania is the country’s lone island state—and arguably its hottest destination. Defying its past reputation as a sleepy, rustic wonderland with little cosmopolitan flair, today Tasmania is slowly blossoming with unique natural and cultural tours and

Diamond Princess ship cancels 11 sailings due to staffing challenges

Princess Cruises canceled eleven sailings Monday afternoon on its Diamond Princess ship due to staffing challenges, the cruise line said, marking a delay in the ship's return to service in the wake of the pandemic. Princess told USA TODAY in an emailed statement Tuesday: Over the past year we

Three Unique Things You Will Find At The First International Delta SkyClub In Japan

Airport lounges keep getting bigger and fancier as travelers look for a respite during layovers between flights. Delta may have set the bar a little high with the first lounge operated by an airline at Tokyo’s Haneda Airport. The airline unveiled the lounge late last month to coincide with Japan

Cartagena, Colombia: 10 Things Travelers Need to Know Before Visiting

Get lost in Old Town, sample streetside empanadas in Getsemani, and dance cumbia til dawn before heading off on a boat tour to explore the bay and nearby islands…these are just some of the adventures to be had in Cartagena, Colombia. A gorgeous and historic coastal city along Colombia’s

France's 10 top food experiences for 2022

Food is at the heart of daily life in France. Markets overflow with seasonal produce, gourmet shops are ubiquitous, farms and artisan producers often welcome visitors, festivals celebrate local specialities, and dining spans from street-food snacks to rustic meals to rarefied haute cuisine

Looking For An Adult-Only Vacay? Haven Resort & Spa Is Ready For You

The lavish suites, à la carte restaurants, and the spa and nightclub are all grand-scale features at Haven Resort & Spa. Haven Riviera Cancun, an oceanfront sanctuary of luxury and sophistication, is an adult-only, all-inclusive resort between Cancun and Riviera Maya. The resort offers breathtaking

After nearly 900 cruises, Royal Caribbean's biggest fan just hit a milestone that may never be matched

Mario Salcedo has finally done it. The Royal Caribbean super fan, known in cruising circles as “Super Mario,” has crossed the 10,000-point level in the line’s Crown & Anchor Society — a never-before-achieved milestone that many had thought impossible to reach. Crown & Anchor Society members

Cacio e pepe en vessie: A new (old) twist on cacio e pepe

A female pig's bladder is preferable to a male pig's bladder when cooking rigatoni cacio e pepe en vessie (cheese and pepper rigatoni pasta cooked inside a pig's bladder) – the signature dish of chef Riccardo Camanini. This is due to the "greater elasticity", Camanini explained. The use of a bladder

Revenge Travel May Be a Big Problem for Thailand's Maya Bay

Standing on the crowded corso of Ton Sai Bay last Saturday, it was difficult to see that Thai tourism was in the doldrums. Hordes of visitors—sandals and smartphones held aloft—were making amphibious landings from an armada of tourist boats and marching up the beach. Ton Sai is where

Fliers Beware: Another Continent Is Dealing With Massive Travel Disruptions

All throughout the summer of 2022, labor shortages have plagued airlines and airports in the U.S. and Europe. Both regions are choking under pressure from a gush of passengers. Fliers have experienced flight delays, cancelations, long queues at check-in, and lost luggage. In Europe, the

U.S. State Department Issues Rare Worldwide Travel Advisory

The U.S. State Department has issued 10 new travel advisory updates as part of its ongoing commitment to keeping American travelers safe during their travels around the world. The latest round of travel advisory updates were posted on the State Department’s website just yesterday, and

Cozy California Cabins Where You Can Escape to Nature

With nine national parks and a diverse landscape that offers beaches, mountains, and deserts often within a few hour’s drive of each other, California is one of the best states to spend time in nature. But you don’t have to be a camping enthusiast to immerse yourself in the great outdoors. For those

This Airline Just Became the First Carrier to Disembark Passengers From 3 Doors

A budget airline in India is implementing a three door disembarkation system for easy exiting in an effort to save time when deplaning, the first airline to do so. Passengers on IndiGo exit the plane using two different doors at the front of the aircraft and one door in the back, according to the

NTSB: Southwest flight attendant fractured back in landing so hard she thought plane crashed

A Southwest Airlines flight attendant suffered a compression fracture to a vertebra in her upper back during a hard landing last month in California, according to federal safety investigators. The National Transportation Safety Board said the impact of landing was so hard that the flight attendant thought

Heavy Rains Cause Extremely Rare 1,000-Year Event In Death Valley

A historic amount of rain fell in Death Valley National Park last Friday and the result was disastrous. In just 3 hours, 1.46 inches of rain fell on Friday at Furnace Creek in Death Valley, according to the National Park Service. The rain total, which was just shy of the all-time record high of 1.47 inches of

Top experiences in France's 8 national parks

From snowy mountains to dense forests, sprawling vineyards to sparkling coasts, France is famous for its landscapes, and the French place a correspondingly high value on protecting the natural environment – as well as on getting out and enjoying the great outdoors. Since the 1960s, France

The Venice Beach House Hotel Is Just As Unique As Its History

The Golden State offers a lifetime of holidays in one location, from its renowned coastline to its fancy central area and natural splendor. There is definitely something for everyone in a state this large and diversified, in addition to plenty of activities being available to keep everyone going back for

9 things to know about flying premium economy

Premium economy can be a smart way to enjoy more comfort and space on long-haul flights without breaking the bank to shell out for business or first class. You can expect a noticeably better experience than in regular economy, but how good is it, and is it worth the price? Here are nine

Captain, Other Senior Officers Named For Upcoming Ship Carnival Celebration

Less than three months ahead of her debut, Carnival Cruise Line has announced the senior leadership team for Carnival Celebration. The Excel-class ship is currently under construction at Meyer Turku in Finland, and is set to begin sailing from PortMiami this November. Its leadership team

Royal Caribbean's Newest Cruise Ship Terminal Will Open This Fall

Royal Caribbean’s newest state-of-the-art cruise terminal will open later this year in Galveston, Texas as the cruise line brings one of the world’s largest cruise ships to Texas. The $125 million cruise terminal will allow Royal Caribbean to homeport an Oasis class ship in Galveston for the first time

The ancient people who reshaped the Amazon

In a stretch of the Bolivian Amazon known as the Llanos de Moxos, the sultry port of Loma Suárez takes its name from a notorious rubber baron who built a mansion and ranch beside a loma (hill) overlooking the Ibare River. During the late 19th and early 20th Centuries, Nicolás Suárez and his

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Magellan Sets Sail

On August 10, 1519, five ships under the command of Ferdinand Magellan left Seville seeking a passage through South America to reach India. Spain had ceded the eastern passage around Africa to Portugal, so an eastern passage

New Mississippi Riverboat Passes Sea Trials

The newest riverboat for the Mississippi River passed sea trials late last week and is on its way to New Orleans for an on-time start to its inaugural season on the Mighty Mississippi. American Cruise Lines announced that it has accepted delivery of the

23 Cities In Europe Urge EU To Limit Short Term Rentals

For years, destinations like France, Italy and Spain, just to name a few, have been struggling to contain the overwhelming tourism influx, mostly to no avail. Regardless of accommodation taxes, controversial alternate plate measures, and the trialing of a new

CDC adds popular Middle Eastern destination and tiny Dutch island to 'high' risk category

A popular Middle Eastern destination and a tiny Dutch Caribbean island were added to the CDC's "high" risk category for travel on Monday. Jordan and Sint Eustatius were the only two additions to the Level 3, "high" risk category. Jordan is home to relics of many

6 important tips for traveling with a baby

New parents considering traveling with a baby might have a lot of questions running through their brains. First and foremost — are we crazy? Jen Campbell Boles, the founder of Explore More Family Travel, told TODAY Parents that traveling with her kids

The 8 Most Challenging Things About Traveling In South America

South America is an astonishing continent. Vibrant culture, astounding natural beauty, and a unique flair all collide, whichever country you find yourself in. But after five months of working my way down its western coast, I can also tell you it can be an unforgiving

How to visit Kenya on a budget: affordable safaris and villas with their own chef (yes, it's cheaper!)

Kenya is not generally considered an expensive place to travel, but compared with other African countries, overall costs are a fraction more because of the country’s more developed tourism industry. If you plan to travel a fair distance, prices can add up

The Best Airports in the World

Not all airports are created equal. Some are soulless, clinical spaces with little more than bright blueish lighting and endless corridors. They are nothing but a functional building from which to launch your next adventure, be it a weekend away with friends or a big

Vacationing with a toddler? Save money – and your sanity – at these all-inclusive resorts.

Traveling with a toddler isn’t always easy. For every moment of delight or discovery, there’s often a corresponding mood swing or meltdown. Jet lag, changes in routine and even the novelty of a new hotel room can raise the overall stress level for little ones

See 'Golden Girls' as working pop-up restaurant: Sophia's lasagna, Blanche's bedroom and more

A vacant Beverly Hills bistro has been transformed into the set of a 1980s sitcom about four women living in Miami — but it's also a working restaurant. Reservations have been going fast at the newly opened The Golden Girls Kitchen. Some patrons have come from

Folks Are Flocking To New Mexico For A High Flying Milestone This October

For nine days in October, it’s the most beautiful time of the year in New Mexico. The skies over Albuquerque will be filled with vibrant balloons for the 50th Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. The Albuquerque International Balloon Festival is

The 17 Best Bookstores in New York City

There are book towns in charming villages from western Norway to South Korea, but when it comes to a veritable city of books, the Big Apple is, was, and always will be a best seller. There is no shortage of remarkable, charming, diverse, and legendary

Three Forks Ranch: Everything To Know About Wyoming's 5-Star Resort

A discreet wellness oasis sits on the wild landscape of the Colorado-Wyoming border, where sprawls a 200,000-acre of the luxuriant ranch. This place is a blissful hideaway where visitors can treat their weary souls. For many years David Pratt was in search of a

Oceania Cruises Update Travel Safety Requirements

One of the top luxury cruise lines has announced a revamped SailSafe Health and Safety protocols for guests. Starting September 3, 2022, Oceania Cruises has announced vaccinated travelers will no longer need to test to embark a sailing and unvaccinated

The First Mass in the Sistine Chapel

On this date in 1483, the first mass was held in the newly constructed Sistine Chapel. Celebrating the Feast of the Assumption, the ceremony consecrated the chapel, dedicating it to the Virgin

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The Great Train Robbery

On August 8, 1963, a group of 15 men held up a train at Bridego Railway Bridge, Ledburn near Mentmore in Buckinghamshire, England. The robbery did not go well. The robbers were

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This small Japanese town is a vintage vending machine paradise

There's a reason Sagamihara, Japan, isn't in travel guides. It's a sprawling commuter city for nearby Yokohama and Tokyo; a mix of main roads, light industrial estates and quiet towns people go through rather than stop. However, a 30-minute bus ride from Sagami

Your Destination Wedding: Do's and Don'ts For Planning & Travel

Picture this-- you're on a white sandy beach; the wind is blowing softly, lightly pushing the palm fronds that frame you and your partner. You're holding hands, facing each other, the waves crashing musically while an acoustic guitar player adds to the melody

More than 1,500 flights canceled in another tough weekend for US travel

More than 1,500 flights were cancelled over the weekend and thousands more were delayed in another tough weekend for domestic travel in the United States. Carriers have canceled 850 and delayed 4,041 flights into, within or out of the United States on

Las Vegas Hidden Hotel Fees Continue To Skyrocket

Las Vegas is always a trendy destination and tourism has recently increased, but so have hidden fees. This city offers travelers the best shows, entertainment, casinos, quick weddings, and a unique ambiance that can only be found here. From January to June

How the Ukraine invasion flattened Eastern European tourism

When frequent flier Julie booked a clutch of trips to Warsaw last year, she was expecting to spend her weekends in the Polish capital sightseeing, strolling around its parks, and eating pierogi. But by the time the date of the first trip -- June 2022 -- rolled around

10 Safest Cities In Europe To Travel To 2022

Numerous sizable towns around Europe call visitors, and it is a continent full of drama and excitement. This country of gooey spaghetti and chocolate-topped Belgian waffles has a boatload in its bag, from the cold straits of Norway to the magnificent Roman

The 7 Best Hotels in Tokyo

When it comes to hotel options in Japan’s sprawling capital, the sky’s the limit—literally, as many of the city’s most coveted bookings are tucked into the tallest skyscrapers. Yet no matter how high in the clouds they are, the best properties showcase deep-rooted

Visiting the World's Tallest Tree in This California National Park Could Result in a $5,000 Fine or Jail Time — Here's Why

Visitors to Redwoods National and State Parks who venture to see the world's tallest tree may have hefty consequences in store. According to The Associated Press, those who head off the trail to see the tree, named "Hyperion" at the northern California park could

These are the 10 best river cruise ships, according to readers

From the Seine to the Danube, the Mekong to the Chobe, the world’s great rivers have become a hot spot for cruising over the last decade. Riverboats serve as floating hotels, allowing passengers to unpack once and explore an entire region, making them a

After Nearly 70 Years, This Popular Train Route Returns On The East Coast

On Friday, July 29, Amtrak resumed service between New York City and Burlington, Vermont, by way of Albany. The last time this service was offered was in 1953, and it’s just in time to help travelers beat this summer’s high gas prices. The new trip, which

What Native Hawaiians want you to know before you visit

Hawaiʻi’s beauty, blissful weather, majestic mountains and inviting beaches are all what make the islands a popular tourist destination. But when the global pandemic halted tourism, residents saw the islands’ beauty in a new light. Kapulani Antonio, a Hawaiian

2 more rockslides impact Alaskan cruise port prompting new safety measures

Cruise ships are staying away from a key dock in one of Alaska’s busiest ports after another rockslide has heightened concerns that a more significant slide could be on the way. The concerns involve the Alaskan port of Skagway, which is a popular destination

William Wallace is captured

As a leader of the Scots' battle for independence, William Wallace was the scourge of Edward I of England. Utilizing many guerilla warfare tactics when he had few soldiers, and brilliant battlefield tactics when he had forces to

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What the 'golden age' of flying was really like

Cocktail lounges, five course meals, caviar served from ice sculptures and an endless flow of champagne: life on board airplanes was quite different during the "golden age of travel," the period from the 1950s to the 1970s that is fondly remembered for its glamor and luxury. It

Margherita Missoni’s Travel Guide to Paros, Greece

While romantic Santorini and bacchanalian Mykonos often get the lion’s share of attention (and tourists) in the Cyclades, another isle with quieter charms awaits a mere 45 minutes away: Paros. That’s where fashion designer Margherita Missoni and her friends—including Eugenie Niarchos and

This Festival Celebrates BIPOC Travelers — and It's Happening Just Outside NYC Next Month

As connected as the world is today, traveling the globe as a person of color inherently puts the color of our skin at the forefront of how we're perceived and can bring about specific challenges. The Nomadness Fest, which will be held from Sept. 9 to 11, 2022, in Newark, New Jersey, brings

International airlines launch battle plans to deal with summer of travel chaos

The aviation industry has been in disarray since the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic. Now, a perfect storm of strikes and staff shortages is forcing airlines to shore up their battle plans to offset a summer of travel chaos. Around 90,000 jobs were cut across U.S. airlines as worldwide

Meet Melides, Portugal's Next Big Beach Town

Before the term slow travel started trending, Portugal's Alentejo region, about 80 miles southeast of Lisbon, was already the unintentional poster child of the phenomenon. Historically, Portuguese vacationers have looked to the area's rolling vineyards, cork farms, and seemingly endless

K2 just had its busiest climbing season ever

The world's second highest mountain, K2 in Pakistan, has welcomed a record-breaking number of climbers this year amid a post-pandemic surge of summit fever. Some 207 permits were issued for ascending K2, says Sajjid Hussain, a tourism official in Gilgit Baltistan, the region bordering China

Top 8 Hotels In Upstate New York

Upstate New York, consisting of the northern portion of the state, is a beautiful and diverse area. In contrast to New York City itself, this region features serene wilderness and charming small towns, and is the perfect place for a weekend getaway. From cozy inns in the Catskills to elegant

The Renovated Sea Ranch Lodge Is a Must-Visit Stop in Northern California’s Iconic Coastal Community

Driving along California’s Highway 1, some 100 miles north of San Francisco, you can’t miss the bright white supergraphic ram’s head that signals you have entered the legendary Sea Ranch. Founded in the mid-1960s, this coastal community has developed into a collection of 2,200 homes

When are cruise lines still requiring COVID testing? Here's what passengers should know.

After the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ended its COVID-19 cruise ship program last month, many cruise lines changed their health and safety protocols and dropped some testing requirements. Major companies like Royal Caribbean Group and brands like Carnival Cruise Line

Carnival Corporation Upgrading Global Fleet With Energy and Fuel-Saving Tech

Carnival Corporation announced today that it will be rolling out comprehensive technology upgrades called Service Power Packages across its global fleet to further improve energy savings and reduce fuel consumption. The upgrades include ongoing installations through 2023 on ships

15 epic hikes in Australia and New Zealand among volcanoes, rainforests and more

Mesmerizing waterfalls, active volcanoes, stunning coasts: Australia and New Zealand are an adventurer's playground. Lonely Planet’s new book, Epic Hikes of Australia and New Zealand, celebrates the region as one of the world's best hiking destinations. The new guidebook features

Exploring Connecticut’s Culinary Corridor

If there’s one known tourist destination in the state of Connecticut, it’s the coastal town of Mystic. Whether for the seaport museum commemorating its maritime heritage, the aquarium’s sea lions and beluga whales, or the charming downtown, dense with

Britain's most remote mainland pub

Our journey began at the end of the road. The longest dead-end road in Britain, in fact. It took two hours of knuckle-whitening jags around hairpin bends and past sheer descents, on a 22-mile taxi ride from the town of Fort William in the western Scottish

10 Caribbean Overwater Bungalows For A Dream Vacation

A vacation is a perfect strategy to escape life's daily hustle and bustle. However, it's vital to choose an ideal destination that is fun yet relaxing. The Caribbean is a perfect destination for travelers looking for diverse cultures, fun, stunning landscapes, beautiful

What Are the Chances You’ll Get Monkeypox at a Hotel?

We hate to be the bearer of bad news, but there’s a lot going on in the world. COVID-19, climate change, and travel chaos in Europe and the U.S.–and that doesn’t even scratch the surface. Yet, there’s another entrant that’s causing trepidations in the heart of

Collette Announces First Tour Departure to Montana: Big Sky Country

Pawtucket, RI (August 3, 2022)—Collette, global tour operator, is celebrating a brand new Explorations tour, which departed earlier this week. They are the only tour operator offering such a comprehensive

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Champagne is discovered

"Come quickly, I am drinking the stars!" That little pronouncement, like so many other legends surrounding the Benedictine monk Dom Pierre Pérignon, is a matter of speculation. According to tradition, on

This Florida Coastal City Is One of the Best Places to Move in the U.S. — Here's Why

Naples has always been popular with vacationers and second home buyers seeking a fun, family-friendly environment to escape to in the Sunshine State. Known for its dreamy, white-sand beaches and world-class golf courses, this Gulf of Mexico city is also

8 Travel Advisory Updates Issued By U.S. State Department

Eight more travel advisory updates have been issued by the U.S. State Department over the past few days, as it works to ensure travelers are kept safe wherever they are heading around the world. Containing the first updates of the calendar month, the most

How travelers can get better customer service

During the pandemic, travelers enjoyed some of the best customer service in years. Hotels welcomed returning guests with rock-bottom room rates. Airlines eliminated customer-unfriendly fees. Rental cars were cleaner than ever. But now, amid labor

How Delta Is Planning To Add Thousands Of New Pilots In 2022

One of the factors contributing to a chaotic summer for air travelers is there simply aren’t enough pilots to fly all the flights that airlines are booking. However, Delta and Wheels Up, a provider of on-demand private aviation in the U.S. and one of the largest private

James Rodriguez Named President and CEO of Atlas Ocean Voyages

One of the newest cruise lines sailing today has a new President and CEO! Atlas Ocean Voyages today named James Rodriguez the new President and CEO of the luxury adventure cruise line. Rodriguez will assume the role of outgoing President

Carnival Cruise Line's New Port Can Have Two Ships A Day Visit

Carnival Cruise Line is building a new cruise port in the Bahamas and the port will have a pier that will be able to accommodate two of their largest ships at the same time. This past week, Carnival Cruise Line met with the Grand Bahama Business

10 Of The Best Times Throughout The Year To Visit Japan

The best time to visit Japan is a question without one specific answer because the country is a year-round destination with incredible attractions and celebrations. When to explore this beautiful Asian nation depends on several factors, such as the busy times

3 Popular Beaches In Mexico Considered Unsafe For Swimming Due To Bacteria

Three beaches in a top resort destination in Mexico have failed cleanliness tests, a story that’s bound to come as a blow to travelers who have plans to visit these areas. Whilst the vast majority of beaches passed the cleanliness guidelines put forth by the World

The World’s Best New Hotels: 2022 Stay List

As the last few years have proven, sustainability is mission critical to the future of our planet and the people who live here. And it matters for the future of travel, too: Opened in the last two years, the 14 new and renovated properties that make up our 2022 Stay

A Passenger Was Just Fined Nearly $2,000 for Bringing McDonald's Breakfast Sandwiches Into Australia

A passenger traveling to Australia was fined more than $1,800 after they tried to bring a pair of McDonald's egg and beef sausage McMuffins into the country along with a ham croissant. The passenger, who was traveling from Bali to Darwin in Australia's Northern

Lufthansa to Cancel Nearly All Germany Flights on Wednesday

Lufthansa says it will have to cancel almost all flights at its main Frankfurt and Munich hubs on Wednesday because of a strike by its German ground staff, affecting tens of thousands of passengers in the latest travel turmoil to hit Europe. The airline said

Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party is coming back: Unwrapping Disney holiday plans

It's going to be a very merry Christmas at Walt Disney World and Disneyland. Disney World is bringing back its popular Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party for the first time since the pandemic. The after-hours event was skipped in 2020 and last year, the Florida

Why You Might Not Be Able To Visit Your Favorite French Places This Summer

France has always been a popular destination for tourists. Furthermore, since the COVID-19 pandemic began, many French people have been visiting popular areas of France rather than traveling to other countries. Consequently, many areas of France have been

Why Montego Bay Is The Trendiest Destination For 2022

Now that the world has started to move on from Covid, and more countries have reopened following two years of harsh rules, the first tourism statistics are in with some surprising results. The trendiest destination for 2022 is not Cancun, and definitely not

The most amazing libraries in the US to celebrate National Book Lovers Day 2022

Standing as proud symbols of the importance of education and community, libraries are cherished spaces that are also often rich in history and architectural delights. Exuding tranquillity and peacefulness, they feel like they are a universe unto themselves, and can

Non-Alcoholic Bars Are Trending. Here’s What It’s Like to Visit One

Living in Los Angeles for two decades, I’ve been to my share of drag queen performances. I love the music, the extreme makeup, the bravado, and of course, the drink specials. But, I’d never been to a show like this. This drag queen show was at

Guide: How To Find Live Music In Any Town You're Visiting

When you are traveling the world, there is no better way to connect with a community than through live music. Whether it be big concerts or small local hole-in-the-wall stops, enjoying a show is sure to create a memorable experience and fun night for your

Travel may be disrupted in Europe this summer on these dates, so plan accordingly

Word to the wise: Bookmark this page immediately. It might just become the most useful travel document after your passport this summer. Strike action has spread like wildfire throughout the European travel sector in recent months, affecting all kinds of services as

Columbus Sets Sail

On this day in 1492, Christopher Columbus set sail from Palos de la Frontera, Spain with three ships: the Nina, the Pinta and the Santa Maria. His great quest for a western route to Asia from Europe had

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South African Airways' Executive Vice President In North America To Leave On August 31st

Fort Lauderdale, FL (August 2, 2022) South African Airways' (SAA) Executive Vice President In North America, Todd Neuman, has announced his departure from the airline, effective August 31, 2022

Norwegian Cruise Line Menus Updated, Fixed on Prima

When Norwegian Cruise Line’s newest ship begins sailing later this summer, it will feature fixed menus in the dining room and a buffet with reduced items. After being introduced on Prima, the new menus will be rolled out across the entire fleet during 2023. Already expected

Our nation’s travel sector is at a watershed moment

Americans increasingly prioritize sustainability as they make decisions about how and where they travel. In tandem, American transportation innovators are developing new technologies to make the entire mobility value chain more sustainable. This convergence presents significant economic

Tickets Continue To Sell Out To World Famous Machu Picchu

Machu Picchu, the fascinating structure created by the Inca Empire in Peru, South America, attracts travelers from all over the world. This Inca citadel was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983 and is one of the most iconic landmarks in South America. Still, travelers

Air travel is in chaos — and there are no easy solutions

If you’ve traveled much by air over the past few months, chances are you have encountered difficulties: flight delays and cancellations, misplaced luggage, massive lines for check-in and security. Commercial air travel is in disarray — and, unfortunately, there is no quick solution in

The Perfect Weekend in Vancouver Is All About Indigenous Culture, Exceptional Asian Food, and a 1,000-Acre Park

In Vancouver, the problem is less about finding things to do and more about finding the time to do them all. A tree-lined trek through the mountains or seawall stroll through the city? An immersive cultural cavort or a culinary-centric adventure for your taste buds? You get the picture

Enjoy music-centric attractions, Route 66 and global food in Tulsa, Oklahoma

In Tulsa, sample regional specialties and global dishes that food travelers won't find anywhere else in the country, Then, lay praise to American music icons at the Woody Guthrie Center, the new Bob Dylan Center and The Church Studio. Don't miss Route 66 venues and art deco

What Makes This Around-The-World Cruise Like No Other

Now here’s a cruise for the serious traveler. Silversea Cruises has begun pre-sales for an around-the-world cruise taking place in 2025. It’s a marathon vacation covering 136 days and 59 destinations in 30 countries and four continents. Set to launch in January 2025, the cruise will

Cold-Plunging With Maine’s ‘Ice Mermaids’

When I met Ida Lennestål for a plunge on a cold January day, she was pulling an ax from her car and switching into warmer boots. A few minutes later, she lit a fire in a nearby sauna — a small building cobbled together from a former fish house and an old stove — before we walked the

Explore Europe’s most beautiful libraries

Libraries hold a special charm, offering serenity and knowledge to all who visit them. They can be historical havens, standing as proud relics of the past or sleek modernist sculptures with architectural details that delight and astound. With that in mind, here’s a roundup of some of the

Glamping Review: Going Wild At Maine's Premier Camping Resort

As Maine's premier campground, Sandy Pines offers plenty that others don't: a general store that offers everything a camper could want (or didn't know they wanted), a heated saltwater pool, quick access to a Kennebunkport beach, and more. When we were offered to spend the night in

Music cruises to set sail on the high seas in 2022 and 2023

Rocking and rolling is not how most people prefer their cruise ships — unless you’re sailing on a music-themed cruise. Then rock ‘n’ roll is the vibe you’re wanting, as you soak up the sun and cruise the world with thousands of like-minded music fans. Music-themed cruises cover a wide

Global Entry flyers will speed through some airports even faster now

If you’ve visited a Global Entry kiosk in the last year or so, you may have noticed the technology is getting savvier. Kiosks can now verify your identity with a facial scan — no passport or fingerprint check necessary. Now, some U.S. airports are going a step further. Last week, U.S.

This Luxury Brand Just Opened a Hotel in One of Europe's Most Elegant Cities — See Inside

Vienna is one of Europe's most elegant cities, with museums, restaurants, and hotels to match its historic gravitas. And a brand-new property, open as of today, Aug. 1, is just the latest proof that the Austrian capital is one of the most luxurious cities in the world. After London, Tuscany

PT-109

The United States PT-109 was a World War II-era boat used in the Pacific Theater. It was commanded by 26-year-old skipper John F. Kennedy. A Japanese destroyer patrolling on a moonless night smashed into PT-109

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The Last Diary Entry of Anne Frank

From July 6, 1942 until August 4, 1944, a teenage Jewish girl kept a diary. She was in hiding with her family and others in the Netherlands from Nazis deporting Jews to concentration camps. Hidden away in a small set of

New Laws and Fees Aim to Avoid Overtourism—Or At Least Make It Pay

Airfares are crazy, baggage handlers are on strike, and it’s 100 degrees outside. And this month, a tide of regulations, taxes, fees and protestors is asking people to please just stay away. But nothing, it seems, will stem the tide of tourists this summer. Still, the world’s top destinations are

Carnival Cruise Line adjusts Covid testing protocols

Following on the heels of Royal Caribbean’s decision yesterday to no longer require Covid testing for passengers on short cruises, Carnival today followed suit. A press release issued Friday afternoon said Carnival Cruise Line is “adjusting certain protocols to reflect the lifting of CDC

Xanadu? No, It’s Xala, the Anti-Resort on Mexico’s Pacific Coast

In the region of Costalegre, Mexico, along a rugged Pacific coastline south of Puerto Vallarta, a place has emerged not unlike the Madrigal family sanctuary in Encanto: a self-sustaining development and community, poised to welcome visitors in 2023. Within 3,000 acres is five miles

10 Best Luxury Hotels in the World for a No-Expense-Spared Getaway

It’s been a weird couple years for travel. By this point, most of us have attempted a trip or two—masked and vaxxed, we hope—most likely out of obligation to see family or friends. As for a more pampered, head-clearing escape, some have crossed the country, maybe even the Atlantic

Japan is open to travel. So why aren't tourists coming back?

Summer 2022 has been dominated by stories about travel mishaps, overcrowding at major destinations and airports and life-threatening heat waves in Europe. Yet in Asia, where many countries are reopening in a more gradual fashion -- with fewer flight cancellations or horror

Delta Just Opened Its Only International Sky Club Lounge — Here's Where

Delta Air Lines opened its only international Sky Club lounge in Tokyo on Friday, July 29, welcoming guests with sake, a made-to-order noodle bar, and more. The lounge, which was initially expected to open in the summer of 2020 before building was stymied by the pandemic, is

Are airplane seats too small? FAA soliciting public comments on minimum dimensions

Congress ordered the Federal Aviation Administration to establish minimum dimensions for airplane seats within a year when the agency's funding was renewed in October 2018. The FAA has yet to comply. But this week the agency will take a step toward creating a new seat size

How The Length Of Your Cruise Affects Pre-Cruise Testing Policies

A popular cruise company is updating its COVID-19 testing policy on several of its sails, joining others that have already done the same. Royal Caribbean is making changes for those passengers who are vaccinated. Starting August 8, testing will be required for unvaccinated

Spain's La Tomatina fest: what to know for 2022

The last Wednesday in August marks Spain’s messiest festival. Held in Buñol, 40km (25 miles) west of Valencia, La Tomatina is a tomato-throwing spectacle that draws 20,000 revelers each year. If you’re planning on becoming part of the human passata, here’s all the information you

12 Best U.S. Seaside Cities for a Summer Escape

Summer oftentimes means time spent out at the beach or out at sea, but these coastal cities offer visitors and locals alike the opportunity to enjoy some urban amenities, including the top-notch shopping and dining that a more “metropolitan” spot would offer. Here are 12 of the most

Yellowstone In The Winter? Consider A Skiing Or Snowshoeing Tour

Yellowstone is a wonderland like none other - it's no surprise it was America's very first national park. Yellowstone is regarded as America's very best wildlife hotspot and is a place where one can see the best of American wildlife year-round. While summer is the peak season, winter

Ireland's priceless treasure hidden by monks

One of the most exciting archaeological finds in the history of Irish art was unearthed on Tipperary's Derrynaflan Island by a man and his son using metal detectors. "Go up there and dip your finger in the holy water – it's always full," insisted the farmer on the way to Derrynaflan

JetBlue and Spirit Merger may create a national low-fare airline - or not

JetBlue Airways Corporation and Spirit Airlines, Inc. today announced a merger agreement had been approved by their boards of directors. Under the agreement, JetBlue will acquire Spirit for $33.50 per share in cash for an aggregate fully diluted equity value of $3.8 billion

Everything You Need to Know About Train Travel in Europe This Summer

As airports throughout Europe have suffered staffing shortages amid high demand this summer, train travel is waiting in wings to whisk you off on your next excursion around the continent — long lines most likely not included. Europe is connected by an intricate rail system that links

10 essential food and drink experiences to have in Dutchess County, New York

There’s no denying that New York City is one of the finest gastronomic destinations to grace our planet, but the incredible Empire State cuisine doesn’t stop once you reach the Westchester border. Located roughly 90 minutes north of Manhattan, idyllic Dutchess County is a top

Golf Hall Of Fame Returns To One Of The Most Celebrated Golf Courses In The World

The World Golf Hall of Fame is leaving its longtime home in St. Augustine, Florida, to become part of a new complex in North Carolina established by the United States Golf Association. The USGA is developing Golf House Pinehurst, making it a natural fit for the two organizations to

Croatia Is The Most Sought-After Destination In Europe Right Now

Move over, Italy. If the recent AirDNA data is anything to go by, the ever-busy Mediterranean has a new regional leader, and the fact that the trendy Croatia has taken up the mantle should come as no surprise to some. According to the vacation rental research group, Croatia is now officially

The best US road trips for electric cars in 2022

Step away from the gas pump and strap on your seat belt – the great American road trip is going electric. Interest in electric vehicles (EVs) is reaching new heights, and as companies across the country build charging stations to meet demands, hitting the highway in a zero-emissions car has

This Is What Makes The Catskills Mountain Lodge So Famous (& Popular)

Every year the Catskills continue to draw visitors who wish to experience its natural wonder. Those who have frequently visited the region have probably already heard of the Mountain Lodge, and those new Catskills just need to be introduced. Located not too far off from some

New York City promises your cellphone will work in subway tunnels — in about 10 years

If you’ve ever been on the New York City subway in the middle of a very important (or not-at-all important) phone call, only to have the call drop when you went through tunnels underground, relief may be in your future. You’ll have to wait up to 10 years for it, though. On Tuesday, the

The ancient French town of floating gardens

We were drifting along a tracery of slender channels over which little wooden bridges arched steeply. Waterfowl ducked and dived around the boat, part of a wildlife menagerie of more than 100 bird species found here. My guide Alexis Lefevre was steering us through a network

Walt Disney World Resort Hotel Guests Can Now Select From Over 30 Pre-Arrival MagicBand+ Designs

MagicBand+ is officially here! Walt Disney World Resort Hotel guests can now select from 33 designs for their pre-arrival MagicBand+ order. Solid color MagicBand+ are normally $34.99, but the pre-arrival discounted rate is $24.99. MagicBand+ with designs are normally $44.99 but are

Silversea Announces Name of New Ship, Details 2024-2025 Cruise Schedule

Silversea Cruises has announced its new 2024-2025 voyage collection, comprised of 341 new sailings to destinations in 120 countries between March 2024 and May 2025. The expansive offering is the largest in Silversea’s history, with more options thanks to a 56 percent increase in

7 of the most Instagram-worthy hotels to host your wedding party

When planning a wedding, there's no such thing as over-sharing, especially on social media. That's why, when it comes to planning said celebrations, there's an emphasis on the location. Churches and backyards are the perfect settings for tying the knot, but when it comes to your

The Marriage of Prince Charles and Lady Diana

Charles Philip Arthur George, the Prince of Wales, and Lady Diana Spencer were married on July 29, 1981. The couple's marriage at St Paul's Catheral was a departure from the usual venue of Westminster Abbey. It is

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Chic Paris Hotels With Rooms Big Enough for Families

France’s vibrant capital is full of quaint streets, grand boulevards, handsome parks, and fascinating museums. And, of course, there are plenty of gorgeous hotels. But when it comes to visiting Paris with kids, finding the right hotel can be challenging. In North America, many hotels

Amsterdam No Longer Wants Travelers To Connect Through Its Major Airport

The Netherlands is set to transform its air travel sector in the wake of the announcement that Schiphol Airport will be operating under a cap from 2023. The decision is multi-faceted, attempting to tackle both climate change and a shift from the airport’s reputation as a transfer

The Most Charming Small Towns in Germany

Walking through small towns in Germany is a bit like flipping through the pages of a storybook—think perfectly preserved half-timbered homes, painted churches, and cobblestone streets lined with wrought-iron signs and potted plants. But these places are very much real, and very much

Hawaii sees riskier beachgoers: How to safely enjoy the ocean on the islands

Hawaii boasts about 750 miles of coastline, from pounding shore breaks to dramatic lava rock cliffs and of course, the gentle, picturesque beaches of Waikiki (usually gentle, at least.) Experiencing these shores and waters can be magical, but it can also be dangerous. This past

Quaint Iowa Town Offers Rail Bike Tours Through The End Of The Month

Take a unique trip on historic railroad tracks while experiencing some of the most beautiful scenery in the Midwest. You can now pedal your way along historic railways on a rail bike in Boone, Iowa. Rail Explorers is partnering with The Boone and Scenic Valley Railroad to bring the

A hungry traveler's guide to the best street food in South Korea

In South Korea, you are never far from delicious street food to satisfy your cravings. Skewers of tangy chargrilled chicken, crispy fried veggies and golden fish-shaped waffles with a sweet surprise filling can make for a full meal. Eat Korean-style – not walking but rubbing shoulders

10 Reasons Iraq—Yes, Iraq—Will Eventually Be on Your Bucket List

Following several decades of war and instability, Iraq is experiencing an era of relative calm. The threat of ISIS has been mostly pushed beyond the borders, daily life has regained a sense of normalcy, and tourism is becoming a booming business. Travel advisories, however, are slow to

Cruise Cabins: A Helpful Hack Guide For This Small Space

Let's face it: Cruises are magic on the ocean, but cruise cabins can be small, cramped, and not very luxurious. High-quality sheets and a porthole window can sometimes make up for the sheer lack of space but other than that, there's only so much room passengers can be afforded

Over-The-Top Villas We Could Never Afford To Rent

As Nickelback once longingly professed, 'we all just wanna be big rock stars and live in hill top castles, driving fifteen cars', humans evidently have a penchant for fancy - but where do those living the high life go on vacation when they've already got everything they could ever dream of

JetBlue to buy Spirit Airlines in a previously unlikely marriage

Out with Frontier, in with JetBlue. JetBlue has reached a deal to acquire Spirit Airlines, a stunning reversal that now has JetBlue in the driver seat to take over the Florida-based budget carrier. Just weeks ago, Spirit appeared likely to merger with fellow ultra-low-cost carrier Frontier

The purest food on Earth?

Indian food author Kalyan Karmakar is making up for lost time. Today, he enjoys the subtle touch of ghee in many of his favourite Bengali dishes, adding it to steamed rice with fried kaatla fish (Indian carp) for ghee bhaat, and swirling it into phyaana bhaat, a one-pot rice dish cooked with

Tourism in Austria Marks a Great Comeback & Reaches Pre-Pandemic Levels Ahead of Summer Season

12 million overnight stays have been recorded in Austria during the first two months of summer – May and June, which is the closest level reached since the COVID-19 pandemic occurred. More specifically, 12.61 million overnight stays were recorded in 2019, which means that tourism is

Seabourn Venture Embarks on Inaugural Cruise

The newest ship from Seabourn welcomed its first guests on board today for a 12-day Northern Isles expedition. Seabourn Venture embarked from Tromsø, Norway on route to Arctic and the Svalbard Archipelago. The new luxury adventure ship will spend the season sailing 12- to 15-day

The Quest to Save the Pink Apples of Italy

On a warm April day, with poplar pollen cruising through the air like snowflakes in midwinter, Graziella Traini welcomed me to her farm in Montedinove, in the heart of Marche, a hilly region half the size of Tuscany, in central Italy. All around, towns and farmhouses stood on hilltops like

Miami Incorporated

The City of Miami was incorporated on July 28, 1896. Julia Tuttle, a wealthy widow from Ohio, moved to the southern tip of Florida in 1891 and purchased 640 acres on which to farm. She befriended railroad builder

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8 of the Cheapest Countries to Retire Around the World

Retirement plans are as unique as the individuals who are looking forward to the day when work, at least as they know it, comes to an end. For some, retirement can mean a career change to a long wished for profession or more time to devote to a hobby or passion. For many retirees

The de Havilland Comet

July 27, 1949 saw the inaugural flight of the de Havilland Comet, the world's first commercial jet airliner. Manufactured by British company de Havilland, the craft was a high point in early aeronautical design and was

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As monkeypox cases rise, health expert says travelers shouldn't worry about casual contact

As monkeypox spreads, travelers may be concerned about the risk to their health. But with travel demand high as the coronavirus pandemic eases, Dr. Michael Phillips, chief epidemiologist at NYU Langone Health, said those looking to take a trip should not worry. World Health Organization

5 most kid-friendly vacation spots in Mexico: Los Cabos, Puerto Vallarta and beyond

From its postcard-perfect beaches to its pre-Columbian archeological sites, there are so many reasons for families to vacation in Mexico – and so many unique things to do. Does your kid dream of becoming a marine biologist? Try a family snorkeling trip in Puerto Morelos or watch

What You Need For Free Admission To Museums Around The U.S.

If you’re looking for something fun, and free, to do this fall, you may want to head to a museum. Smithsonian Magazine’s 18th annual Museum Day returns on September 17, allowing guests to experience museums, zoos, and cultural centers around the country for free. “We are so thrilled

Top 7 Hotels On The Oregon Coast

The Oregon Coast is a truly beautiful area in the Pacific Northwest. Home to famous beaches such as Cannon Beach and a number of towns perfect for a coastal getaway, such as Seaside and Astoria, a trip here is the perfect way to get away from the stresses of daily life for a bit

Best things to do in Oslo

Whether you’re making the most of the midnight sun or deep in the dark depths of the northern winter, you’ll find plenty to do in Oslo, Norway’s capital city. New openings in recent years – the Deichman Library, Munch and the National Museum – reflect the city’s commitment to preserving

This Airline Is Making Luxury Business Class Flights Wallet-Friendly

Air travel is back with a bang—along with canceled flights, crowded airports, and all the other hassles that have recently plagued passengers. But if you’re headed to the Middle East (or traveling through it on a layover), you can avoid some of those headaches by booking your own

10 Free Activities To Do In Gatlinburg, Tennessee

Gatlinburg is a seamless hybrid of urban buzz and rural escapes. Situated on the border of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the city has all the conveniences of a major city. It prides itself on being the main entry point to one of the most visited national parks in the United States

New Bay Area cruise to make stop in Napa beginning in 2023

While wine lovers have long cruised California’s prime viticulture region by rail via the Napa Valley Wine Train, an actual cruise will soon give travelers a new way to learn, taste and tour. American Cruise Lines, which operates smaller ships within the borders of the U.S., has

Yucatan's lost hacienda trail

As I made my way through thick jungle vegetation, I caught a glimpse of a crumbling stone wall slowly being overtaken by creeping vines and alamo trees. The wall surrounded what must have once been an elegant courtyard. It was part of a larger hacienda, one of the many vast and

What It’s Like Sailing on Carnival Cruise Line in Alaska? Live from Carnival Spirit

When most of us think of Carnival Cruise Line, we picture the Caribbean. After all, the line has, for decades, been a fixture of warm-weather cruise itineraries leaving from close-to-home ports. But the fact remains that Carnival has long offered a small assortment of Alaskan cruises. Cruise

8 Chic Seaside Hotels Where You Can Live Out Your Coastal Grandmother Dreams

An homage to Nancy Meyers movies and Martha Stewart, the coastal grandmother movement isn't just an internet aesthetic—it's a way of life. The term, coined by influencer Lex Nicoleta, refers to a design trend embodied by long weekends by the beach spent hunting for seashells

National Security Act of 1947

In response to the growing tensions with the USSR during the Cold War, on this date U.S. President Harry S. Truman signed the National Security Act into United States law. The Act simultaneously created the Central

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CDC adds 6 places to its 'high' risk category for travel, including 2 Central American countries

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention added six destinations to its "high" risk category for travel on Monday. Two Central American countries -- El Salvador and Honduras -- received a Level 3, "high" risk designation. Bangladesh, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Poland and Fiji

7 Most Popular RV Destinations For Summer 2022, According To RVshare

Vacationing and traveling in an RV offers a sense of freedom and independence not experienced with other modes of travel. After all, you bring your home with you when traveling in an RV. It’s a great cost-effective way to see more of the country and almost guarantees a good trip. If you

Brightline Brings High-Speed Train Travel to America, Starting in Florida

By early 2023, the journey between Miami and Orlando should get a whole lot easier. Unbearable traffic, pricey refuels, road rage, and steep carbon footprints will be things of the past as Florida enters an age of high-speed train travel. This welcomed change comes courtesy of Brightline, an

California Wildfires Prompt State of Emergency, Evacuations, and Park Closures — What to Know

An out-of-control wildfire near the Sierra National Forest raged on Monday as a second wildfire continued to burn in neighboring Yosemite National Park, closing parts of both parks to visitors. The fire forced the Sierra National Forest to close large swaths of land to the public, according to

Why You Should Get Global Entry for Your Kids This Summer

The summer vacation season is in full swing—and Americans are traveling to Europe and other international destinations in record numbers, often facing lengthy delays as a result. “With a strain at both international and domestic customs lines, clients without Global Entry are

Sail to Westeros on the 'Game of Thrones' cruise

"Game of Thrones" fans, if you've ever wanted to sail to Westeros, now is your chance. Sail Croatia will take travelers to filming locations on a cruise inspired by the HBO hit show this summer, to mark the release of prequel series "House of the Dragon." The seven-day voyage will

It’s Migration Time For Canada’s Beluga Whales And You Can Watch It Live

Up to 55,000 beluga whales are migrating to warmer waters, as they do each year, and you can watch them live. The livestream is produced through a partnership between Arctic conservation group Polar Bears International and nature live streaming network explore.org. It is broadcasted

14 things to help you plan your visit to Egypt

Egypt’s rich history reverberates through its modern-day culture. There’s plenty to engage all your senses, from majestic ancient sights to lively streets rife with aromatic foods, and the vibrant and eclectic nightlife. To fully indulge in all the excitement, there are some things you

Attention Economy Passengers: This Airline Is Making Flying More Comfortable for ALL Classes

Air New Zealand has recently announced an onslaught of slow clap-worthy upgrades to their in-flight experience for economy and business class alike. No stranger to the long haul—most of their flights last over 10 hours—Air New Zealand has an interest in enticing travelers across the

Experience The Magic Of Hot Air Balloons At This Arkansas Festival

On the second weekend in September, the Arkansas Hot Air Balloon State Championship takes flight at the Anstaff Soccer Complex in Harrison. Now in its 27th year, the 2022 edition of this festival will take place Friday, Sept. 9 through Sunday, Sept. 11. As a family-friendly event, the

Busy Alaska cruise port at risk for "catastrophic" rockslide, geologists say

The potential for a major rockslide is threatening one of Alaska’s busiest and most storied cruise ports, geologists say, and local leaders are scrambling to devise a plan to ensure cruisegoers aren’t seriously injured while on land. The port at the center of concern is in Skagway, Alaska

These Are The Top Hotel Brands In North America According To Travelers

The top hotel brands in North America according to travelers have been revealed once more following a study that saw thousands of travelers take part. With travel costs rising and the travel process becoming an onerous chore with delays, cancellations and lost luggage aplenty, travelers

Avoid tourist traps with this first-timer's guide to the Los Angeles area

Of course, there is an enticing side to Los Angeles that's all about the glitz and fame, the shiny sidewalk stars and see-and-be-seen, red-roped hangouts. Most will have heard about Tinseltown draws like Hollywood Boulevard, Rodeo Drive and Sunset Strip. Yet there is so much more to this

Katarina Line’s New Mix of Cruises Reveal the Natural Beauty, Historic Architecture and Celebrated Culture of Croatia and Montenegro

Katarina Line, Croatia’s premier small ship cruise company and DMC, has added a new mix of seven-night cruises that introduce travelers to Croatia and Montenegro’s natural beauty by both land and sea. They reveal the historic architecture, culture, and influential achievements of these

First flight across the English Channel

The trip took 37 minutes, it was raining and strong winds pushed the small plane off course. The monoplane flew at an average airspeed of 40 miles per hour at an altitude of 250 feet. But on this day in 1909, French pilot

Monkeypox virus declared a public health emergency: How does this impact travel?

It’s official. The World Health Organization (WHO) has determined monkeypox constitutes a global health emergency, calling it a “public health emergency of international concern” due to a multi-country outbreak. But will it impact travel? The short answer from the health experts we’ve

Travelers should act now to capitalize on a strong dollar for trips abroad, says travel editor: 'Don't be too greedy'

It’s a good time to be an American traveling abroad. The value of the U.S. dollar has been at its strongest in years relative to many major global currencies of late— meaning travelers can buy more overseas than in the recent past. Put another way, Americans are effectively getting a

Historic Fort Worth Hotel Boasts A Dedicated Champagne Phone In Every Room

A celebration isn’t complete without champagne. To celebrate its first birthday, a hotel in Fort Worth, Texas, is making sure you can get a glass whenever you want it. The Kimpton Harper Hotel has partnered with Veuve Clicquot to make sure every guest has some bubbly in their hand

Top 7 Hotels On Oahu For 2022

O’ahu, one of the Hawaiian islands and home to the state capital of Honolulu, is a gorgeous and widely loved vacation destination. Offering dreamy beaches, breathtaking sunsets, and so much more, it’s no wonder why. Here are 7 great hotels to stay at during your next visit! Located only

Taiwan unveils world's first 'certified quiet hiking trail'

To hike this trail in Taiwan, tourists need to use more ears than eyes, and most importantly -- shut up. The Cuifeng Lake Circular Trail is a pristine hiking route hugging Taiwan's largest alpine lake in northeastern Yilan county about 135 kilometers (84 miles) from the capital Taipei

Airlines tried shifting blame, but they’re the biggest cause of delays

Airline executives, under a barrage of criticism from the public, lawmakers and Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, have sought to shift blame for flight troubles this summer onto the nation’s air traffic control system. But federal data shows that airlines themselves are the biggest

Small airports hit hard by pilot shortage, route cuts

Joe Cappel thinks of 2019 as a year when things were truly firing on all cylinders. As vice president of business development at Eugene F. Kranz Toledo Express Airport (TOL) in Ohio, he saw growth in the airport’s passenger traffic, and was in discussions with American Airlines about

Inclusive Guide Is a New Travel Site That Aims to Serve as a Modern-Day “Green Book”

When Crystal Egli was learning how to hunt, she felt anxious and afraid. Her lessons were primarily in rural areas, and she didn’t know if she, as a Black woman, was welcome. When she expressed her fears about carrying a gun in public spaces to her white male mentors, they were

Massive waves have damaged an ancient arch at a national park in Hawaii. Now could be your last chance to see it.

A huge swell over the weekend struck the southern shores of Hawaii Island, interrupting a wedding, damaging condos and also breaking off a "significant portion" of the famous 90-foot-tall Holei Sea Arch at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. The loss was captured in consecutive

When to visit Kraków, where festivals take place all year long

Poland’s liveliest city appeals at any time of year. Most attractions in Kraków stay open year-round and events take place every single month. In April, May, September and October, mild temperatures and reduced crowds make for a lovely weekend getaway. Summers are jam-packed

Carnival's New Cruise Ship Debuting in 2023 Reaches Construction Milestone

Carnival Jubilee will sail from Galveston, Texas offering week long cruises to the Caribbean. The cruise ship will be the third from Carnival Cruise Line that is powered by liquified natural gas (LNG). Wearing cowboy-shaped hard hats, Carnival Cruise Line President Christine Duffy was

Top 8 Off The Beaten Path Things To Do In The Florida Keys

These tropical islands off the coast of Florida are widely loved for their resorts, dreamy beaches, and gorgeous waters. Once you’ve checked some of the more common things to do in the Keys off your list, you may be wondering what else the islands have to offer. The answer is plenty

What are the best hikes in Panama?

From city jungles to steamy rainforests, thundering waterfalls to mist-covered cloud forests, in Panama you’re never far from a wild hiking adventure and the chance to get up close to some fascinating flora and fauna. Whether you want an easy day hike or an epic jungle expedition

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U.S. Airports Are Seeing Fewer Delays, Cancellations, FAA Chief Says

Flight delays in the United States are finally starting to improve, the acting head of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said in a recent interview. "We are keeping our eye on things. We've seen good improvements," Acting FAA Administrator Billy Nolen told Reuters on

These Picturesque French Towns Are Capping Visitor Numbers Due to Overtourism

Europe has been dealing with tourists and overcrowding for years, and towns in France are taking a stand, implementing quotas and reservation systems at some of the most popular sites throughout the countryside. The new provisions to avoid crowds, which vary by destination

Beach closures, damage: What travelers can expect after the 'historic' Hawaii swells

Hawaii shores were rocked this past weekend by the “highest south shore surf in more than 25 years.” Wave faces at Honolulu’s Diamond Head reached heights of 25 feet on Sunday, according to the Department of Land and Natural Resources. The high surf caused coastal flooding in

San Francisco’s Newest National Park Experience Boasts Stunning Golden Gate Bridge And City Views

It’s been 30 years in the making, but the highly anticipated Presidio Tunnel Tops national park space in San Francisco is now open. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on July 17 to officially open Presidio Tunnel Tops to the public. The ceremony also kicked off the opening season of free

These Are The Top 7 Destinations For RVers This Summer (2022)

RVshare, the largest RV rental marketplace in the world, recently released the top destinations for RVshare travelers across the U.S. What do these destinations have in common? For starters, they are all parks. Whether nationally, state, or privately owned. That means outdoor adventure!

New Tourist Train Connecting Cancun To Major Tourism Destinations Will Launch Next Year

An exciting new railway system is set to be unveiled in Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula in 2023 after the government removed roadblocks surrounding its development. The controversial project will connect the popular hub of Cancun with countless towns, cities, and sites around the region like

Eat your way through the Cotswolds

From local produce and traditional pub experiences to Michelin-starred restaurants, the Cotswolds has a full range of food experiences on offer. Many talented farmers call the Cotswolds home, and with the farm-to-table movement going strong in the region, you can look forward to

One Woman on This Tiny Island Is Keeping Centuries-Old Culture Alive

Stepping onto Daufuskie Island is like being transported back in time. Spanish moss drips from live oak branches that sway in the breeze, waves lap against the shore, and a golf cart hums along a sand and shell path. It’s only a 30-minute ferry ride from Hilton Head, South Carolina

Peace and luxe experiences draw travelers to adults-only hotels

On my 40th birthday, I sipped a boozy concoction out of a pineapple and declared Jenga victory over my husband, Steve, before jumping in the pool and commandeering a diamond-ring-shaped raft. The milestone birthday in early 2021 took place at Maui’s Hotel Wailea, Hawaii’s sole adults

10 LGBTQ-Friendly Hotels To Book In Palm Springs

It's impossible to forget that Palm Springs is more than just the world's golf capital. The city has an undeniably diverse offering of attractions, such as desert vistas of the San Jacinto Mountains seen from Coachella Valley and five-star hotels and restaurants. Palm Springs' LGBT resorts and

The true origin of Sasquatch

From a lookout above the Harrison River Valley in south-western British Columbia, dense forest stretches all the way to the snow-capped Coast Mountains on the Pacific shore. Thick with towering western red cedars, hemlock and Sitka spruce trees, the wilderness continues almost

Disney Will Offer Cruises from Fort Lauderdale for the First Time in 2023

Disney Cruise Line has announced new fall cruises in 2023 and the cruise line will offer cruises from Port Everglades for the first time. With cruises from Florida, California and New York, adults and children alike will discover the wonder of the holidays aboard Halloween on the High Seas

Virgin Voyages Removes Pre-Cruise COVID Testing

In response to the conclusion of the CDC’s voluntary program, Virgin Voyages will remove the requirements for pre-embarkation testing. In a press release this morning, the cruise line also noted they would continue to consider the recommendations set forth by the organization, as

The First Solo Flight Around The World

With a co-pilot, Wiley Post had already flown around the world, setting a record in eight days, 15 hours, and 51 minutes. Now, he wanted to accomplish the same feat solo. Using a newly developed autopilot and one

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United Airlines Announces Return to Profitability

United Airlines (UAL) yesterday reported second-quarter 2022 financial results. The company achieved the highest second-quarter revenue in its history, delivering its first profitable quarter since COVID-19 began, despite record-high fuel prices. For the quarter, the company saw

Capitals of Croatia, Greece & Slovenia Ranked as Europe’s Top 3 Best Value-For-Money Tourist Destinations

The travel intelligence platform, Mabrian, has ranked in its most recent study the best European cities based on the value for money they offered in June 2022. According to Mabrian, the top three best value-for-money European destinations are Zagreb (Croatia), Athens (Greece), and

The food legacy of a Holocaust survivor

A mere block from Budapest's mammoth Keleti railway station sits Tibor Rosenstein's eponymous restaurant. The entrance comes off a quiet, unassuming residential corner far from the city's traditional culinary hubs. But like a temple, Rosenstein Restaurant stands alone as a monument

Delta to 'soon' make good on promise of free inflight Wi-Fi

Before the pandemic, Delta CEO Ed Bastian shared some lofty goals for inflight connectivity. Bastian promised in early 2019 that Delta’s goal was to “make Wi-Fi free with high-speed quality.” And now, just over three years later, the carrier is well on its way to delivering on that

2-Week Bucket List Road Trip Across Canada, Vancouver To Quebec

Going coast-to-coast across North America is a goal of many travelers and road-trip fanatics. There are more than a few ways of making it across the continent, but here’s one way that goes the entire distance through Canada. Travelers who enjoy spending hours on the road exploring

How Naples Blends Its Historic City With The Best Mediterranean Vibes

Naples is a stunning and historic city in southern Italy - it is the third-largest city after Rome and Milan. It boasts a long history having been first founded by the Greeks in the first millennium BC making it one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. It is a crazy city that offers

Airlines Have Stopped Service to These 5 U.S. Cities. Now It’s Harder to Get to Them

Airlines in the U.S. continue to cancel flights due to pilot shortages and rising fuel prices. But the biggest losers here are the passengers from small communities who are losing connectivity as airlines pull out of their towns. It means that they have to drive longer distances to bigger

Brawl Breaks Out Near Peter Pan's Flight at the Magic Kingdom

In yet another incident of physical violence among guests, a brawl broke out among a large group of guests, this time at the Magic Kingdom. A close angle from TikTok user @straightstunner (now removed) shows the fight between guests dressed in identical white

The ultimate LGBTIQ+ travel guide to New York City: from queer history to the best gay bars

New York City is a special place for queer people around the world. It’s here where the modern LGBTIQ+ rights movement was born, and throughout the years, NYC continues to be a safe haven for people from all walks of life. In the musical Rent, Angel famously starts off the song

Top 7 Boutique Hotels In San Diego This Summer

San Diego, California has a ton to offer visitors, from gorgeous coasts to countless outdoor adventures. If you’re looking to plan a trip, staying in a boutique hotel – a smaller, often more personalized hotel with unique selling points – is a great way to experience the city. Here are 7

The Florida Resort Offering Guests A New Experience That Will Have Them Seeing Stars

Destinations for astronomical tourism, or astrotourism, are growing in popularity. The beauty of this outdoor activity is that it can be done anywhere with a clear night sky. People don’t have to look far for this adventure as more resorts are offering experiences. The Hillsboro Beach Resort

Two Largest Cruise Lines React to Latest CDC Decision

The world’s two largest cruise lines, Royal Caribbean and Carnival Cruise Line, both posted statements regarding the CDC’s decision to stop the COVID-19 Program for Cruise Ships. Now that the CDC’s voluntary COVID-19 Program for Cruise Ships has been canceled, what does that

Heres All the Unnecessarily Great Food Aboard Disney's Newest Cruise

Let’s face it: No one is boarding a Disney Cruise Line vessel simply for the food. But if you do find yourself wrapped in the arms of the mouse while traipsing through the Bahamas on the company’s brand-new Disney Wish ocean liner, you’ll eat surprisingly well. If you’re unfamiliar

First Battle of Bull Run

On July 21, 1861, near Manassas, Virginia, Union and Confederate forces met in the Battle of Bull Run, the first major land battle of the American Civil War. The soldiers on both sides were inexperienced, from the rank and

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The world's most powerful passports for 2022

A trio of Asian passports offer their holders greater global travel freedom than those of any other countries, according to a new quarterly report released by London-based global citizenship and residence advisory firm Henley & Partners. Japan has pushed ahead of Singapore and South

U.S. State Department Issues 17 New Travel Advisory Updates

The US Department of State has just issued a further 17 new travel advisory updates for countries around the world. The updates, which were posted to the State Department’s website just yesterday, are part of the department’s ongoing attempts to keep American travelers safe on

The Perfect Weekend in Montreal, Canada

A weekend is all you need to fall in love with this city’s historic neighborhoods, thriving art venues, and seriously good food. A trip to Montreal can be a little disorienting at first: Am I in Europe? Canada? Should I speak in French or English—or both? The short answer is: Yes

10 of the best things to do in the 8th arrondissement of Paris

The 8th Arrondissement is characterized by some of the most popular attractions in Paris, including the famed Avenue des Champs Élysées and the towering Arc de Triomphe. Avenue George V, the neighborhood’s main avenue, borders the Golden Triangle which is home to chic

Jamaica Creates New Tourism Area On Island's North Shore To Attract High-End Travelers

Jamaica is hoping to protect a portion of the island nation from high-density development and make it attractive to high-end tourism. The Revere Zone will cover an area along the island’s northern coast stretching from Oracabessa to Port Antonio. The rules of the zone are to only

Which US Dark Sky Park is right for you?

There are few sights as awe-inspiring as the night sky, with the cloudy band of the Milky Way and the planets shining overhead. While most people travel for daytime sightseeing or adventure experiences, there are plenty of reasons to plan extra time into your vacation to enjoy stargazing

Have You Seen the Beauty of Yonic Architecture?

In contrast to the penis-shaped skyscrapers that dominate our skyline, yonic architecture is that which resembles a vulva or a vagina, in its curvature or “floral” design. This creative style of building can be found around the world, but it may not be labeled or overtly described as yonic

Low Water May Cause European River Cruise Disruptions

River cruise lines are monitoring the Rhine as a record-breaking heatwave continues to sweep across Europe and create "unusually low" water levels. To date, all cruises are continuing to operate as normal -- in what is the first full sailing season following the COVID-19 pandemic

Princess Cruises Adds Kids Cruise for Free in 2023

Princess Cruises is offering kids sail for free for the next month for a variety of cruises that will set sail in 2023. The first of its kind offer from Princess Cruises can also be paired with discounts of up to 25%, making cruise vacations in the new year even more affordable. These limited time

5 Caribbean hotels that outshine all-inclusives

Did you travel all the way to an idyllic Caribbean island only to find yourself watching an NFL game on the big screen at a pool bar surrounded by a bunch of people you could have easily mingled with at a strip mall sports bar back home? When you’re looking for the convenient

You'll need Real ID in less than a year: LAX will be the first airport to host an application center

Passengers traveling through Los Angeles International Airport will have a new way of making sure their driver's license is Real ID compliant. United Airlines and the California Department of Motor Vehicles will host a popup Real ID application center in Terminal 8 on four days this

Boeing's 737 MAX takes center stage at Farnborough, even as biggest model faces delay

The MAX is back. Boeing’s 737 MAX took center stage by the second day of the Farnborough Airshow outside London, with several high-profile orders as the U.S. planemaker struggles to overcome a troubled rollout and certification delays. Boeing opened the show Monday morning

One Small Step

On this day in 1969, Neil Armstrong became the first human to walk on the surface of the moon. With him was fellow astronaut Buzz Aldrin. Team member Michael Collins orbited the moon above, awaiting their safe return

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Anti-cruising protests break out in Europe

The cruise industry appears to be booming with 99% of ships sailing and with demand way up since the end of the Covid-19 pandemic, the end of the CDC’s reporting program for ships, and the cessation of many of the vaccination protocols both on ships and in ports of call. However

Sharing Stories, and a View, Aboard the California Zephyr

I woke up around 5 a.m. to a low but incessant rumbling. Faint hints of daylight had appeared over my fellow passengers’ heads, most of which were still bent in rest. Some people yawned; others stared intently out the window at the valley. I had been aboard the train for about 40

CDC Ends Reporting Covid-19 Cases on Cruise Ships

A notice on the CDC’s website indicates the termination of the Centers’ program for reporting Covid-19 cases on cruise ships. The CDC indicated the cruise industry has access to the tools necessary to manage their own COVID-19 mitigation programs. The notice stated the CDC will

This Is Europe's Most Reliable Airline Right Now

Air travel is an absolute mess right now, especially in Europe, where two-thirds of all airports are seeing some level of disruption. On their part, a majority of airlines have failed to strike a balance between staffing constraints and a high travel demand, resulting in a spate of

Why the best inflight service on short flights for me is no service at all

Some airlines are renowned for their incredible onboard service, but on short flights, the best service for me is actually no service at all. On a long-haul flight in a premium cabin, I love flying with airlines like Singapore Airlines and Qatar Airways due to the lengths the cabin crew goes to

High temperatures caused section of UK airport's runway 'to lift'

One of the United Kingdom's largest airports suspended flights on Monday after high temperatures damaged a runway. Temperatures soared up to 37 degrees Celsius (about 99 degrees Fahrenheit) in some parts of the country. London Luton Airport announced the situation

This Ohio City Just Launched an Accessibility Guide for Visitors With Disabilities

The Ohio city of Columbus is making it easier for travelers with disabilities to visit by publishing a brand-new accessibility guide that includes everything from hotels and restaurants to transportation options and more. The guide highlights Columbus' accessible options in several

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Adds Beautiful White Beach And Protects Ancient Villages

More than 16,000 acres of pristine white sand beach and ocean bay area are now protected thanks to a deal made with Hawaii Volcanoes National Park on the Big Island. This area is home to endangered and endemic species as well as rare, culturally significant Native Hawaiian

The best beaches in Honduras, from the Caribbean Coast to the islands

Travelers flock to Central America for its beaches, and Honduras, spanning the isthmus from the Caribbean Sea to the Pacific Ocean, has some of the best, spread along over 800km (500miles) of coastline. The beaches on Roatán are one of the country’s biggest draws, and the island is a

The 12 Best Boardwalks in America

Strolling along a boardwalk while diving into an ice cream cone or testing each other’s bravery on a classic pier-side thrill ride is practically a right of passage for having a proper summer. These 12 destinations host some of the best boardwalks across both coasts of the U.S.—and sometimes

Stay In A Converted Grain Bin In Iowa At This Unique Lodge Retreat

Sits between the Missouri and Mississippi rivers, the Midwestern US state, Iowa is lauded for its verdant landscape made up of rolling plains, vast cornfields, and gorgeous farmlands. It is most visited for its history and culture. Some of its landmarks include its capital, Des Moines, where

Regent Seven Seas Unveils 2024-2025 Grand Voyages

Luxury cruise line Regent Seven Seas Cruises has announced four new Grand Voyages for 2024 and 2025 including calls on Northern Europe, the Mediterranean, Asia, and Africa. The four new itineraries set sail on Seven Seas Explorer, Seven Seas Mariner and Seven Seas Voyager. The four

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Rental Escapes Launches Limited-Time Concierge Credit Offer for Once-in-a-Lifetime Experiences

Rental Escapes, a full-service luxury villa company that provides customized villa experiences, has launched a limited-time offer providing travelers with the opportunity to attain a credit of up to $2,000 that can be used on

The best free things to do in Tenerife, from beach days to star-spangled nights

You might not believe it when looking at the ritzy resorts on the island’s south coast, but the best things in Tenerife really are free, whether it’s nature, culture or history that rocks your traveler boat. You can climb volcanoes, swim in lava pools, stargaze in some of Europe’s most

The Sinking of the Mary Rose

The Mary Rose was one of the largest ships in the English Tudor navy of King Henry VIII. She had seen nearly thirty years of warfare and had recently been upfitted with a new innovation: gun ports along the side of

The city changing the way we fly

In 1910, Glenn Curtiss, a motorcycle daredevil-turned-pilot, completed America's first long-distance intercity flight, between Albany and New York City, to great fanfare, while at the helm of his Albany Flyer biplane. "It was one of the first planes ever built. Glenn Curtiss developed it

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Rome Burns

On July 18, in the year 64 AD, a fire began in the shops and residences surrounding the Circus Maximus in Rome. Because many of the structures were wooden, they quickly caught fire and burned with a fury. Soon, the

These US airports are the worst for cancellations and delays this summer

Summer air travel is a mess, and flight delays and cancellations show no signs of letting up. US airlines have canceled more than 100,000 flights this year, with 30,000 cancellations just since Memorial Day weekend, according to data from flight tracking site FlightAware. Mounting

Everything you need to know before traveling to South Korea

Has any country gained as much cachet in recent years as South Korea? Once overlooked by travelers headed to its bigger East Asian neighbors, the country is turning into an obsession for many, thanks to its cutting-edge technology, trendy cuisine, the world’s biggest pop bands and

Belize Removes All Covid Entry Requirements

And that’s one more down. After imposing some of the strictest entry rules in Central America, requiring either proof of vaccination or a negative test, and routinely issuing quarantine orders for those who tested positive on arrival, Belize is finally removing all of its Covid entry

Silversea Cruises' expedition offerings grow with acquisition of Crystal Cruises' Endeavor

Royal Caribbean Group today announced it has received court approval to acquire the former Crystal cruise ship Endeavor. Originally delivered to Crystal Cruises in 2021, the ship will be renamed Silver Endeavour when it officially joins the Group’s wholly owned subsidiary, Silversea

TSA implements additional gender marker option for TSA PreCheck® enrollments

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) announced today the implementation of a new gender option for the TSA PreCheck® application process. The TSA PreCheck program application has been updated to include an additional gender marker option to better serve non

Why the Mobile Passport Control app should be on your radar

A free service with the potential to speed up entry at a number of U.S. ports and airports, the Mobile Passport Control app (MPC app) should be on your radar. The program essentially generates the required customs form on your Apple or Android iPhone and expedites your

UK Met Office issues first Red Extreme heat warning for next week

The UK Met Office, the national meteorological service for the United Kingdom, yesterday issued the first “Red Extreme heat wave alert" ever issued in the UK. The Met Office was forecasting a temperature of 40 degrees Celsius (104 Fahrenheit) next week, with temperatures

Mask Mandates Are Returning at These National Parks

What do Denali, Glacier, Grand Canyon, Grand Teton, Yellowstone, and Yosemite national parks have in common? In addition to being some of the largest and most popular protected public spaces in the United States, they’ve all recently reinstated indoor mask policies due to a rise in

California Aquarium Offering Up-Close Look At World’s Smallest Penguins And They’re Adorable

Blue penguins, specifically little blue penguins, just arrived on the West Coast — and you can visit them. The penguins are in a new exhibit, called the Beyster Family Little Blue Penguins, at the Birch Aquarium at Scripps in San Diego, California, which is the public exploration center for

What you need to know about European beach etiquette

If your travel plans include relaxing on European beaches this summer, be sure to pack appropriate cover-ups. Demand for Europe vacations is surging 600% over last summer, according to an estimate by Allianz Partners. And some European locals are less than thrilled

The Latest Ships, Destinations And Onboard Amenities For Cruises In Summer 2022

Cruises have been booming this year, and this summer, many lines have returned their full fleet and destination roster back to operation. Expect new dining options, amenities and plenty of summer deals. These are some the latest updates and happenings from major cruise lines

The Rosetta Stone

In the summer of 1799, soldiers in Napoleon Bonaparte's army in the Nile Delta were demolishing a wall to increase the area of an existing fort. Clearing away debris and overgrowth, one of the soldiers spotted an

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Selfie-snapping U.S. tourist falls into Mt. Vesuvius' crater after dropping phone

A 23-year-old Maryland man was rescued over the weekend after falling into the crater of Mount Vesuvius in Italy while taking a selfie. The man, identified as Philip Carroll, visited the famed volcano, notorious for destroying the Roman city of Pompeii and blanketing it with ash in A.D. 79

A New Research Center in Rwanda Is Giving Gorilla Conservation Efforts Fresh Hope

When conservationist Dian Fossey set up two small tents in the wilds of Rwanda’s Virunga Mountains in 1967, fewer than 500 mountain gorillas existed in the wild, and their numbers were falling rapidly due to poaching and habitat loss. Those tents were the start of a now 55-year-old

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Just Added More Than 16,000 Acres

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park expanded its footprint this week with a more than 16,000-acre Pōhue Bay addition that includes Hawaiian cultural sites and habitats for endangered animals. The Pōhue Bay, which includes the area from the Māmalahoa Highway to the shoreline, was

Student Captures Incredible Footage of Whale Giving Birth Off Coast of South Africa

While on a break from their PhD work, two whale research students experienced the "most emotionally-charged" moment of their lives on a whale watch off the coast of South Africa. Cynthia Barile, a PhD candidate from Galway, Ireland, was at a conference in Cape Town, South

Japan Has Reopened for Tourism—Here's What to Know for Your Next Visit, from Visa Requirements to New Hotels

The moment the world has been waiting for has finally arrived: After more than two years of border closures, last month Japan reopened to tourists from 98 countries, including the United States. But it's not all good news: Travelers from the U.S. now require a visa to enter; meaning

How long does it take to get a passport? What is the fastest way to get one?

Are you traveling internationally for the first time? You’ll need to secure a passport, which attests not only to a person’s identity but also their nationality when crossing borders. In 2021, the U. S. Department of State faced a massive backlog for new and renewed passports due to coronavirus

Beautiful Outdoor Spaces Part Of Paris’s Historic Notre Dame Cathedral Redesign

Restoration work on Paris’s Notre-Dame Cathedral, which was nearly destroyed by fire in 2019, is still ongoing, but another project is about to begin as well. It is an overhaul of the area around the cathedral. The redesign of the cathedral’s forecourt entails work to make Notre-Dame more

Coast Guard issues No Sail Order for Margaritaville at Sea

After failing a US Coast Guard Certificate of Compliance exam, all passengers of the Margaritaville at Sea Paradise cruise ship were asked to disembark and a “No Sail Order” was issued for the vessel. The exact nature of the ship’s deficiencies was not disclosed. The ship

Egypt's Red Sea resort that's making waves

As I sat under the welcome shade of a cluster of palm trees, my gaze drifted over the calm waters of the lagoon ahead of me – and was caught by a line of neatly labelled terracotta rubbish bins. To be honest, when I'd imagined my trip to Egypt's Red Sea region, I'd pictured

Toronto Steps Into Summer

Canada’s biggest city and North America’s fourth-largest metropolis, Toronto received more than 27.5 million visitors annually before the pandemic, making it Canada’s top tourism destination, according to Destination Toronto, the city’s tourism-marketing arm. As travel rebounds, Canadian

5 Things You Urgently Need Before You Head to the Airport This Year

Summer travel of 2022 is following Murphy’s law: anything that can go wrong will go wrong. The surge in travel demand and shortage in staff have broken the bones of the industry, which was already on the brink of collapse after the pandemic. Europe and the U.S. are severely affected

Glamp Florida: 10 Campsites That Are Worth Booking

Glamping is a hot new trend that blends glamor and camping. It's not just for hippies anymore. Glampers can stay in cabins that look like they belong on a magazine cover, eat gourmet food prepared by a personal chef, and enjoy luxury amenities like heated pools and hot tubs. In

Norway’s Newly Transformed Hotel Union Øye Is A Celebration Of Nordic Lifestyle

The newly transformed historic hotel draws attention to a family-run hotel collection affording exploration of the Norwegian fjords. One of Norway’s most legendary hotels, Hotel Union Øye is garnering a fresh wave of attention as it emerges from a historic transformation and significant

Ritz-Carlton Cruise Line Announces 2024 Europe Itineraries

The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection has announced its 2024 Mediterranean itineraries for its first yacht, Evrima. The line’s extended Mediterranean season will span from April to November, introducing 21 new voyages with calls in the Greek Isles, Balearic Islands, and French Riviera

Shark Sightings at New York Beaches Have Increased — Here's Why That's a Good Thing

Since the start of summer, lifeguards and beach officials at New York beaches this year have noted a significant uptick in shark sightings off the coast of New York. And although that may be sound like startling news, it's an occurrence that experts are attributing to positive happenings

Cruises are a cheaper way to travel right now: Here's what to know, when to book

Between high travel demand and inflation, taking a trip this summer may be a pricey prospect. But if you are still looking to plan a trip, cruises are a more affordable option – for now. Stephanie Goldberg-Glazer, owner of the travel agency Live Well, Travel Often, said that while

Barcelona seeks to curb effects of overtourism

Tourism has returned to Spain in a massive wave of visitors to Barcelona. In response to complaints about overtourism, municipal authorities in Barcelona have taken new measures seeking to crack down on tour companies and behavior viewed as undesirable and disruptive. As

Spain's Renfe to make local train journeys free from September through year's end

Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announced on Tuesday that all public transport on short and medium-distance trains will be operated free of charge to the public for the last four months of 2022. All commuter trains and mid-distance regional lines covering journeys of less than

Flight Delayed? Here Are 10 Ways To Pass The Time

With travel ramping up to pre-pandemic levels for summer 2022, so have flight delays across the US. Since May, US air travelers have experienced an increase in flight delays by approximately 25% compared to last year. While the delays and cancellations are due to a myriad of factors

These Are the Top Worst Airports to Fly Through This Month Due to Their High Rates of Flight Delays & Cancellations

With the removal of Coronavirus travel restrictions, air travel to, from and throughout Europe is slowly returning to normality, with the European Travel Commission (ETC) predicting that 70 per cent of the pre-pandemic travel in the continent will recover this year. The return of travellers

Taiwan's 10 most beautiful hikes

In subtropical Taiwan, hiking is practically a national sport. For a place less than half the size of Scotland, this little island packs in a big topography – more than 260 peaks over 3000m (9843ft) high. Of those, the baiyue ("100 peaks") represent the ultimate hiking bucket list: 100 high

You Can Visit Rush, Arkansas: Here's What To Know Before You Do

Arkansas State is home to numerous attraction sites. These sites range from natural features to historical structures that have stood the test of time. One of these historical landmarks is Rush town. Located in Marion County at the Rush Historic District, Rush is a ghost town. The area was

Zermatt, Switzerland’s Ultimate Summer (And Winter) Vacation Destination

My first ever trip to continental Europe was a hiking vacation to Zermatt more than three decades ago. In the interim, I’ve been back to Switzerland many times, skiing and hiking all over the Alps, visiting the major cities, writing about food, hotels, watches and nature, but I never

How a drink fuelled a sea-faring people

Cider is a staple in the Spain's Basque Country, and its fascinating story goes hand in hand with the Basque desire to conquer the seas. "Imagine more than 2,000 cider houses here, rolling from the mountains of Zerain to the sea some 200 years ago," said Aritz Eguren, looking out past an

The 100 Best Hotels in the World

With international travel's steady revival, Travel + Leisure readers have finally been able to revisit (and celebrate) their favorite hotels around the world — and check off many that have long been on their must-stay lists. This year's top 100 winners reflect the resurgence of global jet-setting

I Tried a Luxury ‘Magic Mushroom’ Retreat in Jamaica. Here’s What It Was Like

Growing up with a constant barrage of anti-drug campaigns, I was convinced at a young age that any drug, including pot, would plunge me into a world of destitution, addiction, and other ailments. Fast forward several decades, and the ups and downs of life have taken their toll. Like

Cleveland hotel warns of potential data breach

If you used a credit or debit card at Hilton Garden Inn Cleveland Downtown, you may want to double-check your bank statements. The hotel, located at 1100 Carnegie Avenue, is notifying customers that payment information may have been stolen from cards used in the food and

Regent Celebrates Construction Milestone on New Luxury Cruise Ship

Regent Seven Seas Cruises, one of the finest luxury cruise lines in the world, celebrated a construction milestone on their new cruise ship that will debut in 2023, Seven Seas Grandeur. The cruise line held a keel laying ceremony for Seven Seas Grandeur at the Fincantieri shipyard

The Storming of the Bastille

France was on the verge of revolution. The citizenry had become increasingly demanding of King Louis XVI. The Bastille contained only seven prisoners, but it held a great symbolic value. Not only did the fortress hold

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Collette Offers Last Chance Savings during Christmas in July Sale

Pawtucket, RI (July 12, 2022) – Collette, the trusted tour operator since 1918, is celebrating the gift of travel during a Christmas in July sale, going on now through July 18th. Guests can sail through the Great Barrier Reef

A passenger with an $11,000 ticket to Europe says Air Canada 'begged' 25 people to get off the plane because it was too heavy to take off. Then they lost his bag.

Even a senior manager at a global travel logistics company can't escape this summer's airport chaos: The man, who's based in the Western US, told Insider his 21-hour trip to Europe last weekend was the "worst experience flying" he's ever had — complete with

Scotland's rare seaweed-eating sheep

Orkney's northernmost island, North Ronaldsay, is home to a rare and ancient breed of hardy sheep that have adapted to thrive on a seaweed diet. At first glance, the northernmost speck on the map of Orkney could easily be overlooked. Yet, the rocky

WHO Recommends Expanding Second Booster Shot Eligibility In Europe As Covid-19 Cases Rise

Experts at the World Health Organization recommended that immunocompromised individuals living in Europe and their close contacts should receive a second Covid-19 booster dose as a wave of infections driven by two new variants sweeps across the

Can a cruise help with jet lag? The answer might surprise you

My last international trip ended four days ago, but I’m still suffering from jet lag. There are tons of tips for both battling it and avoiding it in the first place. However, I find that the older I get, the less effective most methods are for me. But one remedy you might

Spirit Airlines completes Wi-Fi rollout — with a catch

The next time you fly on Spirit Airlines, there’s a very good chance you’ll be able to enjoy its new Wi-Fi service. The Miramar, Florida-based ultra-low-cost carrier on Wednesday celebrated a big milestone: the completion of Wi-Fi installations on its fleet of bright

Visiting Bali? Here Are 10 Things You Can Do There

Being richly endowed with nature's magnificent attractions, such as Mount Agung, Bali is an ultimate destination for adventurous visitors. Famously known as the Land of Gods, the locale features uniquely carved temples, beautiful culture, looming volcanoes, and

Play Airlines Offers $500 Round-Trip Tickets to Europe. But Is It Worth It?

Until this point, taking a spontaneous trip to see the Northern Lights or the famous thermal waters at Iceland’s Blue Lagoon required ample planning. The country is on the bucket list of many due to its many natural wonders, yet remained largely unaffordable

29 Ultimate Things to Do in Greece

What is Greece most famous for? Beaches, archaeological sites, delicious food, dancing in the moonlight? It’s hard to pick. Yes, this is the place where starry-eyed honeymooners watch the sunset into the Aegean Sea from the whitewashed cliffs of Santorini. But it’s

18 of the best epic hikes in the Americas

Lost cities, active volcanoes, stunning coasts: this is not an adventure movie, it's your next great hike. We've asked some of Lonely Planet’s seasoned hikers to recount their most thrilling experiences on foot in the Americas, whether trekking in Chile or reaching

Top 8 Off The Beaten Path Things To Do In New Orleans

New Orleans has a rich, long, and at times, dark, history. With such a complex past, it should come as no surprise that there are countless memorable, fun, and sometimes quirky off-the-beaten-path things to do in the city. Here are eight suggestions for your

Hotel guest satisfaction declines, but employees get high marks for courtesy, according to J.D. Power

While hotel bookings are bouncing back in the wake of the pandemic, guest satisfaction is down, according to J.D. Power's 2022 North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction Index Study. The company analyzed responses to over 150 questions about guests' hotel stays

The secret formula that ski resorts rely on, and why four Park City residents want to expose it

The fight wasn’t about Park City NIMBYs looking to freeze all development at Park City Mountain Resort. Nor was it, they say, about sticking it to Vail Resorts, the mega-corporation that owns PCMR and 36 other North American ski areas and has a

Pandaw Announces Construction of New River Cruise Ship RV Song Hong

Good news continues to pour in for Pandaw River Expeditions. The popular expeditionary river cruise operator has announced that due the popularity of their Vietnam Red River and Halong Bay itineraries they are building a new vessel to be named RV Song Hong

President for a Day

As President Ronald Reagan prepared for surgery to remove polyps from his large intestine, Vice-President George Herbert Walker Bush prepared to make history. For eight hours, President Reagan was in

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4 places moved to the CDC's 'high' risk category for travel

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has moved two South American destinations, one Middle Eastern country and a North African nation to its "high" risk category for travel. Four destinations were moved to Level 3, or "high" risk on Monday

Almost 79% of 2022 travelers experienced problems during a trip, survey finds

Approximately 79% of American travelers experienced at least one "travel-related problem" in 2022, according to a summer travel survey. The findings, published Monday by Bankrate, a personal finance company, comes as Americans continue to struggle with increased inflation

7 Family Cruises to Book Right Now

With complimentary summer-camp-like kids’ programs led by youth counselors, alongside a host of attractions, it's no surprise the best family cruises deliver an environment where every family member can have fun on vacation. In addition to family time, kids get to hang out with

Explore El Salvador's beaches, volcanoes, coffee and culture

Looking for a tourist-free escape? El Salvador is far less-visited than other Central American countries like Costa Rica and Guatemala and breathtaking scenery abounds wherever you go. Whether it's sun-drenched beaches, well-preserved national parks or pristine lakes high

Margaritaville's First Adults-Only All-Inclusive Resort Opens Next Year, Here's Where

Reservations are now being taken for the newest adults-only resort outside Cancun set to open in early 2023. Margaritaville Island Reserve Riviera Maya will be an all-inclusive property offering 355 suites in a wide range of categories. Operated under the Island Reserve brand

650 Miles Of New Bicycle Routes Were Just Added In The U.S., Here’s Where You Can Ride

The largest cycling membership organization in North America has named three new U.S. Bicycle Routes in Oklahoma, Minnesota, and Delaware. The Adventure Cycling Association is also adding routes through Indiana and Michigan, all adding more than 650 miles to the U.S.

These are the 10 best outdoor water parks in the country

When the summer is at its hottest, millions of visitors head to America's water parks to cool off. 10Best asked a panel of experts to nominate their favorite outdoor water parks in the country for the ultimate day of sun and fun. Then, the top 10 winners were determined by

Hawaii Is Quickly Losing Popularity: Why Many Travelers Say They'll Never Return

During the past few months, Hawaiian authorities —and locals— have been complaining about over-tourism, and their wish of having fewer tourists is starting to come true. Just two months ago, The State of Hawaii’s Department of Land and Natural Resources announced

Take A Haunted Ghost Tour At The O.K. Corral In Tombstone

Tombstone is one of the most iconic of all Wild West Boomtowns. It is situated in southern Arizona near the Mexican border and is the famous site of the Gunfight at O.K. Corral. Here one can visit the Old West town that was the site of the most famous Wild West shootout

Delta will fly its 'new' Airbus A350 to Hawaii, A321neo to make New York debut

Delta Air Lines is gearing up to fly two of its newest aircraft models to some interesting markets. Perhaps most noteworthy is that the Atlanta-based carrier will send its “new” Airbus A350 to Hawaii later this year, as first seen in Cirium schedules and later confirmed by carrier

16 Major EU Airlines Reimburse Over 500,000 Flights Vouchers for Flights Cancelled During COVID Pandemic

Sixteen major European airlines confirmed that they reimbursed more than 500,000 flight vouchers that they imposed on consumers for cancelled flights during the Coronavirus pandemic. According to the Commission of the European Union, the reimbursement of

Alexander Hamilton Dies

Alexander Hamilton was the first Secretary of the Treasury of the United States. A prolific writer, he penned many of the Federalist Papers, long considered a primary source for interpretation of the US. Constitution

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Scenic Holds Float Out Ceremony for New Luxury Yacht Scenic Eclipse II

Scenic Group is another step closer to their second luxury adventure cruising yacht after a float out ceremony was held for Scenic Eclipse II in late June at the shipyard in Croatia where the ship is being built. Scheduled to launch in April 2023, the polar-class Scenic Eclipse II is a

A massive blaze on Nantucket Island has damaged a historic hotel and several other buildings

Massachusetts firefighters battled a large blaze Saturday that was first reported at a hotel on Nantucket Island. Authorities received a report about a fire at the Veranda House hotel just after 6:45 a.m. Saturday, at which time an off-duty captain and several people ran to the

London Heathrow caps the number of daily passengers

In a move aimed at reducing the ongoing disruptions caused by the surge in post-pandemic travel and staff shortages, London’s Heathrow Airport has capped the number of daily passengers through September 11th to 100,000 passengers per day. Airlines have already cut

Mr. President, Chief Justice

On July 11, 1921, William Howard Taft, who had been the 27th President of the United States, was sworn into office as the tenth Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court. He is the only former

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DOT request airlines to begin seating younger passengers with accompanying adults and issues a Passenger With Disabilities Bill of Rights

On Friday, the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) delivered a notice to domestic airlines indicating the airlines should adopt policies to allow families to be seated together on flights rather than being separated by seats. The notice indicates that in November, the DOT

Amid the Summer Flying ‘Meltdown,’ Add Lost Luggage

The Apple AirTag tracking device that Lily Datta had placed in her luggage before leaving Cleveland on June 27 showed the suitcase had arrived in Paris the following day. That perplexed Ms. Datta because she and her family had no plans to go to Paris. Their

The battle that will determine the future of American passenger rail

Months after Washington approved billions to significantly expand Amtrak’s footprint across the country, an early attempt at growth has reached an impasse in a test case that could define the American rail network for a generation. The escalating clash is playing out on the

US dollars will go further on European vacations right now

The euro is plummeting. For American tourists, that means European vacations are more affordable in dollars than they've been in two decades. So while airfare and other travel costs are rising, the strong dollar might help offset those increases for lucky Europe-bound

These Are The Last 5 Countries in Europe With Travel Restrictions

As summer is heating in the northern hemisphere, millions of people are traveling for their vacations, and Europe is the ultimate summer getaway this year. Almost every country on the entire continent has removed all entry requirements making visiting a breeze, however

How a Changing Provincetown Is Emerging From the Pandemic Stronger Than Ever

There are few drives anywhere on the east coast that are as romantic and spellbinding as the final miles of Route 6 into Provincetown. After sixty miles of chaotic multi-lane highway from the Sagamore Bridge to Cape Cod—and the “family-friendly” (read: historically

'Magic around every corner': What passengers can expect on the Disney Wish

Disney Cruise Line's first new ship in 10 years was built with enchantment in mind. The company used that as a motif when dreaming up the Disney Wish, the cruise line's Senior Vice President and General Manager Sharon Siskie told USA TODAY. "If you think about

8 Can’t-Miss Experiences In One Of Washington, D.C.’s Underrated Neighborhoods

On any afternoon, strolling down D.C.’s U Street surrounds you with three distinctive sounds: 14th and U, the rhythm of hard bop and swing; 12th and U, the nostalgia of 1960s and 1970s soul; and 7th and U, the infectious Go-Go sound of the 1990s. All three are part of the

Windswept Views and ‘Glories Strung Like Beads’: Exploring Brooklyn by Ferry

Looking for a fresh way to scout Brooklyn’s waterfront? Try a ferry. For $2.75, you can explore ports of call that cradle a bounty of cultural and culinary adventures. Island-hopping from Manhattan can begin at the Pier 11-Wall Street landing, where the salty air is

Transcend Cruises Aims to Reinvent the MICE and River Cruise Industries

Do you have a college reunion or a big annual conference on the horizon for 2025? There’s an increased chance it might take place on a river cruise ship. Transcend Cruises, a new river cruise line formally announced at Seatrade Cruise Global in April, aims to be a straight

8 epic places to surf in Indonesia

You can't just say you've surfed Indonesia – it's like saying you've hiked the Himalaya. Clocking up to 61,567 miles of coastline across an archipelago of 17,508 islands, much of this land is kissed by the consistent swell channels of the Indian Ocean, and much of it is

Illinois' First Luxury Camp Experience Is One Of The Best In State

'Where nature meets luxury' is the motto of Camp Aramoni, Illinois newest - and only - luxury campsite. Located only 90 minutes outside the bustling city of Chicago, visitors to Camp Aramoni are in for a camping experience that rivals any glampsite within a two-hour

7 hotels with saltwater lagoons for swimming without the swells

The ocean can be a scary place for kids (and even some adults). There are big waves that might knock you over, slimy seaweed you might step on and all manner of sea critters lurking just beneath the surface. If your kids aren’t quite ready to jump into the deep blue

The empire the Aztecs couldn't conquer

The P'urhépechas were the only indigenous group in Mexico the Aztecs failed to conquer – but despite that feat, they were nearly lost to history. "This is the legacy of our people," my uncle said as we gazed at the pyramids. We were not in Egypt, but rather in the town of

A Refreshing Look at Egypt’s Ancient Pyramids

“Yallah, yallah, yallah! Woooo!” I was visiting the pyramids of Giza, Egypt, in the company of Mark Lehner, a renowned Egyptologist, when suddenly a series of voices erupted and echoed throughout the site. Our small group turned to face the commotion, wondering what had happened — and if

Isolating in Iceland gave me a new outlook in uncertain times

The line for Icelandair at the Keflavik Airport, near Reykjavik, was long enough that travelers audibly groaned as they approached. I groaned, too, my anxiety mounting as the queue stretched. I’m the kind of traveler who likes to get to my gate two hours early, and I could tell the line was going to be

Air travel is a mess. Can it be fixed?

Air travel in the United States has been a mess of cancellations, delays and confusion in recent months as short-staffed airlines struggle to keep up with travelers looking to make up for two years of missed vacations caused by the pandemic. Between Thursday and Monday alone, more than

How a hotel satisfaction promise has led to more discontent

In the 1990s and early 2000s, the “100% Satisfaction Guarantee” was all the rage among many hotels. The gist was simple: Encounter a problem and receive your money back. In theory, this approach addressed fairly serious issues such as early-morning pool renovations that made the

Europe Travel Restrictions, Covid-19 Test Requirements, By Country, For July

Many European countries have scrapped travel restrictions relating to Covid-19—the latest countries include Estonia, Finland, and Portugal from 1 July. There are, however, still some countries where it is still mandatory to test and come equipped with Covid-19 vaccination or recovery certificates

Family of slain Arlington firefighter Elijah Snow sues Texas travel agency, Mexican resort

The family of slain Arlington firefighter Elijah Snow is suing the Mexican resort where he was killed on July 19, 2021, along with a local travel agent. Elijah and his wife Jamie Lynn Snow were celebrating their 10 year anniversary at the Royalton Chic Cancún Resort & Spa when the father of

Portugal Eliminates Pandemic-era Entry Rules — What to Know

Portugal has dropped all pandemic-era entry rules, no longer requiring travelers to show proof of a negative test or proof of vaccination to enter. The country eased its entry restrictions on July 1, according to its tourism site, Visit Portugal, putting it more in line with other European countries that

Hilton just opened the first points hotel in the Galapagos — and it has a restaurant in a lava tunnel

If you’ve ever wanted to experience one of the most distinct ecosystems on earth, look for Darwin’s famed eponymous finches or see a lazy but (probably) loving sea lion up close and personal, it’s time to book a trip to the Galapagos Islands in Ecuador. To sweeten the trip, travelers can finally get

This Is How Long It'll Take To Walk The Ice Age National Scenic Trail

When the first people entered North America, they found a very different world. It was a world of the Last Ice Age (or the tail end of it). Massive ice sheets covered the northern part of the continent including almost all of what is today Canada. Today one can see still remnants of the last Ice Age

The Ultimate Cheese Lover’s Guide to Paris

Cheese fans of Paris, unite! As the capital of a country with over a thousand cheeses to choose from, Paris is ripe for turophiles, with a host of different ways to discover the wealth of dairy that is the Parisian cheesescape. From cheese shops peddling aged delicacies from across the country (and

France's train traffic disrupted amid strike for higher pay

A strike by railway workers demanding higher pay amid cost of living increases interrupted train services in France on Wednesday. National railway company SNCF said about one high-speed train in four was canceled, while regional services such as suburban trains in the Paris region experienced

Norwegian Cruise Line Drops Pre-Cruise Testing for Some Cruises

Norwegian Cruise Line has dropped the pre-cruise testing requirement for cruises that leave from several of their homeports. Beginning on August 1, 2022, vaccinated passengers boarding a Norwegian cruise ship are exempt from all pre-cruise testing requirements with an exception for

Holland America To Serve Wild Sustainable Alaska Seafood on Alaska Cruises

With the sun shining and local fishing ships unloading the day’s fresh catches on the waterfront in Juneau, Alaska, on July 6, Holland America Line announced a partnership with the Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute (ASMI) to serve sustainably sourced Alaska seafood on all six of the cruise line’s

The Olive Branch Petition

One faction of the Second Continental Congress, lead by delegate John Dickinson, wanted to appease King George III. A separate group lead by John Adams, however, was more radical and wanted an immediate declaration of

Rental Escapes releases its list of the top 10 luxury villa rentals to book this holiday season

Rental Escapes, a full-service luxury villa company specializing in providing unparalleled private villa rentals worldwide, today shared its selection of the top 10 luxury villa rentals for the holiday season. For some, the holidays are a

As flight cancellations and delays pile up, airlines may not be back on track until Labor Day

It was a tough holiday weekend, as airlines canceled 1,200 flights Friday, another 1,200 Saturday and about 300 and 225 on Sunday and Monday, July 4, respectively. Delayed flights were also in the thousands, with ground stops — all traffic halted — at airports like Denver, Miami, Atlanta, Newark

Thailand ends almost all travel restrictions – but one key rule remains

Travelers wondering what it’s like to visit Thailand now may be interested to know the country is “allowing almost everything” again. That’s according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), the governmental entity responsible for promoting tourism to the country. Masks are no longer required

Bad News: No, Air Travel Won't Get Better Anytime Soon

Aviation is getting hit on all fronts. Thousands of flights are still getting canceled in Europe and the U.S. The July 4th weekend was another nightmare for air travel. The TSA screened more than 6 million people from Friday to Sunday, the highest since the pandemic, but the travel boom was

CDC puts Nordic favorite and 2 other places on 'high' risk list for Covid-19

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has put a Nordic travel favorite on its "high" risk list for Covid-19 along with two other places. Representing three continents, the three destinations added to the list on Tuesday are

Staff shortages force British Airways to cut 10,300 flights through October

Increasing and ongoing staff shortages are forcing carrier British Airways to cut 10,300 airline flights through the peak travel season this summer. On top of cuts announced by SAS and United Airlines over the past week, it appears the Summer of Chaos is in full swing. Although it appears most of

Who You Should Travel With, Based On Your Star Sign

Picking the right travel buddy can be a tricky business. How do you find someone you get along with, who shares your interests and idea of what constitutes a great vacation? Astrologer and avid traveler Susan Miller says the answers to many of these questions could lie in our zodiac signs

What’s Next for Luxury Safaris?

Last week, I welcomed my last guests after a 40-year vocation in hotels, restaurants, and safari lodges across seven countries and two continents. I thank my lucky stars that I have had the opportunity to wing my way in the best industry of all: hospitality. What could possibly be more

Notre Dame's Design Plan Was Just Released — and It Includes a Park, Underground Walkway, and More

When the final remodel of Notre Dame is complete, it will look a bit different than visitors remember. The plan, which is being led by landscape architect Bureau Bas Smets, will feature an enlarged square behind the cathedral and a new park, an underground walkway, and a canopy of trees

Norwegian ends pre-cruise COVID testing – where local rules allow

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. announced an end to its pre-embarkation COVID testing requirement for cruises where local restrictions do not require them, the company said Wednesday. The policy change will take effect on Aug. 1 for its brands, Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises

27 cruise ship embarkation day do’s and don’ts

You’ve planned your cruise, and now it’s embarkation day. You just can’t wait to get on board your ship and relax, sip a tropical drink and stare out to sea. You’re on vacation – woohoo! Not so fast. You might be ready to cruise, but the ship’s crew still is getting the ship ready, having just

Looking for delicious Georgian food? 10 must-try spots in Brooklyn

More than three-quarters of New York's roughly two dozen Georgian restaurants and bakeries are located in Brooklyn. And that's no accident as the majority of New York's 5,000-plus Georgian population live in South Brooklyn neighborhoods like Brighton Beach, Bensonhurst and Sheepshead

Disney Vacation Club Adds Spoonful Of Sugar To Create Beautiful New Rooms At Grand Floridian Resort, Take A Peek Inside

It’s been a while since Walt Disney World’s Grand Floridian Resort got a refresh. Some guests would probably tell you it’s well overdue; as Disney’s flagship resort, the rooms have felt more shabby than chic lately. Consider that wish granted. Disney just unveiled major renovations to some of the rooms

Top 7 Hotels In Portland, Oregon For Your Next Trip

Portland, Oregon is a beautiful city with countless things to do, ranging from traditional to quirky. With so much to do, a visit to the city can make an excellent getaway. If you’re planning a visit to Portland in 2022, here are seven excellent hotels

How I Travel: Oleema Miller

As the co-founder, creative director, and designer behind luxury swim and ready-to-wear brand, Mikoh, Oleema Miller knows a thing or two about a proper jaunt. Alongside Mikoh’s other co-founder, Oleema’s sister Kalani Miller, Oleema grew grew up with the ocean in her backyard in the

The Roswell Incident

On July 8, 1947 The Roswell Army Air Field issued an unusual press release indicating that on July 7th, the day before, some of its personnel had located and removed a crashed “flying disc” from a local ranch. A second press

Goway Hits 10,000 Members on its Private Facebook Group for Travel Agents

Goway has hit 10,000 members on its private Facebook group for travel agents. This milestone demonstrates what an active and vibrant community Goway has created on social media and speaks to the desire of travel

French Rail Strike Adds to European Summer Travel Havoc

French railway workers walked out in a dispute over pay Wednesday, adding to travel disruption across Europe that saw strikes at Paris Charles de Gaulle airport last week.

Scandinavian airline SAS files for bankruptcy protection

In a statement on Tuesday, Scandinavian airline SAS announced it was filing for voluntary Chapter 11 bankruptcy in the United States. SAS is the national airline of Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. The SAS pilot's union called for a strike on Monday, apparently precipitating the bankruptcy filing

Collette Shines Bright during Christmas in July Sale

Collette, the trusted tour operator since 1918, is celebrating the gift of travel during a Christmas in July sale, going on now through July 18th

A&K Purchase of Crystal Holds Hope for Travel Advisors

If someone had to take over the Crystal brand, travel industry insiders say, there's no better candidate than A&K chairman Manfredi Lefebrvre d'Ovidio. But still, there's a long road ahead before travel advisors and their customers are made whole.

AmaWaterways explores Black heritage and culture

If you search"river cruising + Black"; results might return the Black Sea or the Black Forest - but very rarely are Black travelers represented in river cruising. AmaWaterways is taking a step toward inclusivity with its "Soulful Epicurean Experience" a first-of-its-kind sailing

How to plan an epic trip to Antarctica, from booking the ship to choosing the best itinerary - Lonely Planet

Here's how to plan a trip to Antarctica, including recommended itineraries, insider tips, and the best ships to sail on.

6 Ways to Ensure the French Will Treat You Well

Some social graces are particularly helpful in France: Acknowledgment Goes a Long Way, Being Authentically Polite is Vital, Speak French First, Don't Be a Loud American, Ask For Help, Forget Small Talk and Don't Bring Up Work at Parties

Famous for Happiness, and Limits on Tourism, Bhutan Will Triple Fees to Visit

As Venice and other European hot spots explore permit systems and daily fees to limit the number of tourists, the tiny Buddhist kingdom will require a $200 tax on international visitors when it reopens this fall.

United Airlines is suspending flights in Arizona, Arkansas this fall

The route to Denver from Flagstaff, Arizona airport ends in fall 2022. But travelers have an alternative with another airline.

10 beautiful waterfalls to see in the Northeast

Check out these 10 beautiful can't-miss waterfalls and cascades across New England, New Jersey and New York.

Why Now Is the Time to Visit Scotland's Ancient Capital

Dunfermline was recently given city status as part of the Queen's Platinum Jubilee celebrations. Here is why you should visit on your next trip to Scotland.

Apple Air Tag Review: Why You Need this Travel Accessory if You Check Bags

A review of Apple's AirTag tracking device and why it's essential for travelers who check bags.

Your kids can play all day at these top hotel kids clubs around the world

The best hotel kids clubs are more than just a supervised play room. They are a place where kids can learn, grow and create their own vacation memories. These top 9 hotel kids clubs in the world provide all that and more for families.

Best Cheap Golf Holidays 2022

If you want to go on a golf holiday then here are some of the best locations we have seen in 2022.

Best all-inclusive resorts 2022: Holiday destinations for adventure and relaxation

Choosing a holiday location can be daunting. Here's our roundup of the best all-inclusive resorts for all tastes

Vacations gone wrong: 6 stories of epic travel fails

Things don’t always go as planned. That’s especially true when it comes to traveling.

A Man for All Seasons

On July 6, 1535, Sir Thomas More was beheaded when he refused to sign the Act of Supremacy declaring King Henry VIII Supreme Head of the Church of England

Host Agency Reviews’ Event Offers Independent Interviews of ASTA's 2022 Directors-at-Large Board Candidates

Minneapolis, June 5th, 2022 – Host Agency Reviews (HAR), the leading online resource that connects travel professionals to industry resources, will host its second annual Candidate Chat event. The live stream event, planned and hosted by HAR founder Steph Lee, will offer an overview of the ASTA board elections process as well as brief and candid interviews with participating director-at-large board candidates. The event will be held Thursday, July 7th at 12 CT. Candidate Chat 2022 will start with a dialogue between Lee and ASTA’s Senior Vice President & General Counsel Peter Lobasso, where he’ll outline ASTA’s board structure, clarify their elections process, and touch on the importance of casting an informed vote for ASTA’s next National Directors at Large

Americans hoping for European vacations this summer should prepare for one thing: Chaos

Thousands of flights have been cancelled and recent travelers have queued for many hours at airports across Europe.

10 common misconceptions about the Canary Islands

Toss these 10 common travel misconceptions out the window and visit Spain's Canary Islands.

Egypt's best national parks span deserts, mountains and Red Sea reefs

There's more to Egypt than amazing history. From coral reefs to surreal desert landscapes and mighty mountains, here are Egypt's best national parks.

Wine Country Is in North Georgia

Georgia actually has a long history with vineyards. About 90 miles from Atlanta, in the shadow of the Blue Ridge Mountains, there are more than 40 wineries and tasting rooms.

10 Safety Tips Every Woman Should Know

Whether you're exploring a new foreign city, navigating your college campus at night, or camping out in the wilderness, you want to do everything in your power to stay safe—especially when you’re on your own

Silversea Is Adding Three More Luxurious Antarctica Sailings To Meet Travel Demands

It's about to get easier for travelers to visit Antarctica, and traversing the choppy Drake Passage may not be required.

5 reasons why Disney cruises aren't just for kids

Disney cruises aren't just for kids. Here are five reasons why you'll love the experience, even as a grownup.

US flights returning to normal after another holiday weekend of cancellations

Flights at US airports appeared to be returning to normal on Monday after another difficult holiday weekend for passengers.

Germany's 9-euro travel pass: Success or failure?

The phenomenally cheap 9-euro public transport travel pass has been available for a month. Should the scheme continue?

Top 7 Hotels In Santa Monica, California For Your Next Vacation

Here are seven amazing hotels in Santa Monica, California that are perfect for your upcoming trip to the city.

Hawaii Hotels: Extreme Staff Shortage And Now Expired Contracts

Do you want daily housekeeping at Hawaii hotels? Some hotel managers think not, but the employee union believes otherwise.

Travel is Getting More Expensive. Here's How to Save on Your Summer Trip

From buying flight tickets to booking a hotel room, travel isn't cheap. Here are 6 tips to help you spend less on your summer getaway.

Revenge travel is here. Not all tourist destinations are ready

Revenge travel is here - Americans "sticking it to COVID" by going on holiday regardless of the risks. One of the major destinations it seems this summer is Italy. Where the crowds are growing so big that some tourists can't see the major sights.

The First Clone

On July 5th, 1996, a female domestic sheep was born, becoming the first mammal cloned from a single cell. The process was successfully completed by the Roslin Institute near Edinburgh

Forget the Eiffel Tower. Here's where the French travel in France

With fewer foreign travelers during the pandemic, smaller towns and villages in France emerged as popular vacation spots with locals.

Why more air travel chaos is on its way

Canceled flights, endless check in and security lines and maelstroms of lost luggage -- the summer of misery is set to continue for fliers, but there are ways around it.

Bhutan sets reopening date -- and increases daily tourist tax

Bhutan will reopen for international tourists from September for the first time since the pandemic began more than two years ago, officials said on June 30, as the tiny Himalayan kingdom looks to revive its economy.

Planning a dream trip to Hawai'i? What's new on the islands

If you're thinking about visiting America's Pacific paradise, here's the rundown of what's happening in Hawaii

The Incredible Company Helping People With Disabilities Travel the World

Wheel the World makes dream vacations accessible to people with disabilities. Its founders discuss its origins and its impact.

9 Airlines with Premium Economy Cabins Worth Splurging On

Our favorite premium economy seats that are worth spending extra money on, plus how to determine when to upgrade.

Why the cruise ship industry is booming again

Covid may have struck a crippling blow to the cruise industry but ships are now back up and running again so if you haven't before, it's time to set sail

Delta Air Lines offered passengers $10,000 each to get off an oversold flight

Passengers on a flight from Michigan to Minnesota say that the airline grew desperate for volunteers and kept increasing cash offers for anyone willing to give up their seats.

Driving the Central Oregon Golf Trail

I was having one of my better rounds last October when I stepped on to the 17th tee at Tetherow, with a chance to break 90 if I could par out

6 Fascinating Facts About Viking’s New Expedition Ship Octantis

The clear on-board commitment to science, data gathering, exploration, and education made me feel less on vacation and more on an adventure.

Check Into This Medieval Tower Turned Luxury Hotel in Florence, Italy - Maxim

The 800-year-old landmark epitomizes stylish excellence and Italian hospitality.

New Marriott All-Inclusive in Cancun Plans December Debut

Marriott's newest all-inclusive resort in Cancun is targeting a Dec. 20 debut, Caribbean Journal has learned.

9 Strangest Tourist Attractions Across The US

Road tripping across the USA? You won't want to miss these incredible (yet strange) attractions!

Flight attendant reveals the odd questions she's asked by passengers

The day in the life of a flight attendant isn't without special - sometimes unwanted - insight

The First Zip Code

On July 1, 1963, the United States Post Office introduced the first non-mandatory ZIP for the entire country. Employee Robert Moon first submitted his proposal

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Celebrity Offers Many Sailings without Single Supplements for the Next Nine Months

The information is not easy to find. But it's worth the effort if you’re a travel advisor with a lot of customers over the age of 30. That's the demographic most likely to be interested in traveling solo

Don't start your vacation already stressed: Travelers share how early to arrive at the airport

How much time do you give yourself to get to the airport? Travelers weigh in on how early you should arrive before your flight.

Cruise ship tour: Celebrity Beyond is its biggest ship yet

Celebrity Beyond, the line's largest and most luxurious ship yet, really is beyond in every sense of the word.

Retirees planning to travel should check their Medicare coverage to avoid costly surprises

Depending on the specifics of your Medicare plan, you may not have coverage at your destination, whether in the U.S. or beyond its borders. Here's what to know.

3 lessons I wish I'd learned sooner about travel

Experience may be the best teacher, but I wish I'd learned the following strategies before I became an unwitting student. I've boiled down my recent travel woes into three lessons

Top tips from a flight attendant to avoid the worst of summer's travel headaches

Since we can’t confirm the authenticity of the post, we thought we’d go right to the source and interview a flight attendant who’s currently in the midst of a summer travel schedule.

Looking to bike in Europe? Lake Constance straddles three countries

An 18th-century baroque basilica awash in pink and surrounded by vineyards. Reconstructed prehistoric stilt-house dwellings above the water. A medieval castle

10 things you need to know about riding Amtrak overnight

This spring, I took an Amtrak sleeper train from Sacramento to Denver and back. I loved watching the spectacular scenery unfold as we passed herds of elk by the shores of the lengthy, stalwart Colorado River

These Are The Top Three River Cruises In North America

Wherever there is a river, there is likely to be a river cruise. While traditional cruise ships reach farther destinations like Bali , river boats...

Bonding over Burgundy: Nourishing outdoor adventures

Explore this glorious region’s hiking and cycling trails, cruise its waterways, or drift over the landscape in a balloon

5 Epic Trips To Take Right Now

From stylish and over-the-top to far-flung and extended, these once-in-a-lifetime tours in Africa, Europe, and Oceania are ones for the books.

Two ways you can use hotel points to save big on summer travel, despite inflation

Find out how to use Hyatt's award chart and Marriott's de facto award price bands to save big on your summer vacation.

Historic Colorado resort offering season pass for just $329 with access to 60 partner resorts

I'm always on the lookout for a good deal when it comes to outdoor recreation and one historic Colorado ski resort just announced a season pass option that's sure to

Now's the Time for an Awe-Inspiring Tour in the Great Outdoors

Why you should immerse yourself in the wonders of nature and see some of the most incredible locations in Europe and North America this year.

Americans Can Travel To These 186 Countries Visa-Free In 2022

As the world reopens for travel, the U.S. passport is experiencing a strong rebound, allowing Americans to enter 186 countries visa-free.

Gone with the Wind Published

On June 30, 1936, Margaret Mitchell's Gone with the Wind went to publication and became an almost instant bestseller. The story, which revolves around Scarlett O'Hara

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Delta gives customers option to change flights ahead of July Fourth travel

The global airline is issuing a systemwide fare difference travel waiver for July 1-4, which allows customers to rebook their trip to before or after potentially challenging weekend travel days -with no fare difference or change fees, as long as customers travel between the same origin and destination.

Nation braces for miserable travel weekend as canceled flights stack up

Americans are headed into an ugly Fourth of July travel weekend, with 1,800 flights canceled already this week with days left to go.

This Small Town on North Carolina's 'Crystal Coast' Has Some of the Most Affordable Beach Houses in the U.S.

The 85-mile stretch of North Carolina coast is also called the Southern Outer Banks.

Germany to fast-track foreign airport workers to ease travel chaos

The German government will fast-track work permits and visas for several thousand foreign airport workers, mainly from Turkey, to help to ease summer travel chaos that has frustrated holidaymakers, German ministers said on Wednesday.

What are the best hikes in Croatia?

From easy forest hikes right outside the capital to multiday mountain treks, Croatia’s diverse hiking options are the country’s best-kept secret.

Gay happy hour, neutral pronouns, a ‘glam room’: Hotels go LGBTQ-friendly

Mattel said hotels have often made her feel like they are designed for cisgender men, with space to hang a suit but no vanity or beauty lighting.

Family Road Trip Calculator solves the food travel snack debate

The Family Road Trip Calculator offers the solution for the food travel snack question. Ready to get rolling and keep the hunger at bay.

Culinary travel feeds the soul

As travel emerges from the pandemic, studies have led a number of tourist boards to focus their mark

5 Destinations to Have Your Next Family Reunion​

Learn why a dude ranch, national park, cruise, amusement park or overseas trip could be great places to hold a family reunion.

Dance floor brawl involving 60 people breaks out on cruise ship

Vessel escorted by US Coast Guard after fight breaks out involving up to 60 people

This New Luxury Cruise Line Just Announced Alaska Sailings to See Whales, Glaciers, and Gorgeous Port Cities

If you've never taken an Alaskan cruise before, 2024 might just be the year to do it. Soon-to-launch luxury cruise line Explora Journeys just announced a series of Alaska sailings in 2024

Hotel Workers Are Sharing Red Flags, Hacks, And Secrets About Hotels And I'm Disgusted And Intrigued

There's a way to ask for an upgrade without annoying the front desk person.

How to Slay Your Vacation With Confidence as a Plus-Size Traveler

Navigating traveling when you're plus-size can be tricky, but with these tips you can feel confident everywhere from the beach to the plane.

First Globe Theatre Burns Down

On June 29, 1613, the first Globe Theatre burned to the ground. The theatre went up in flames during a performance of Shakespeare's Henry VIII, probably a result of a mistake with a prop cannon. The theatre

The Travel Institute’s Annual 50% certification scholarships are back

The Travel Institute’s 9th Annual Promote Your Professionalism, PYP, campaign kicks off today, June 27, running through July to give all travel professionals the opportunity to utilize scholarship funds while strengthening their business skills

At least 800 more flights canceled Monday after a chaotic travel weekend

At least 800 flights were canceled across the United States on Monday afternoon, according to the flight-tracking website FlightAware. This follows another chaotic travel weekend with more than 1,500 domestic flights canceled Saturday and Sunday.

Everything you need to know about traveling to Germany

Berlin is full of life again, bustling with tourists trying to capture the best picture for their Instagram feeds. The clubs the city is famous for are open again, with tourists and locals alike dancing to techno into the wee hours of the morning

Norwegian Cruise Line ship hits iceberg on its way to Alaska glacier

The ship is currently in Juneau, Alaska for assessment, according to a cruise line spokesperson.

Does your child need vaccines before international travel?

Some 2.4 million kids travel overseas each year and their vaccination requirements are different than adults. Here's what you need to know.

Travelers Heading to Europe Will Have to Pay a Fee Starting Next Year

Travelers heading on a European vacation will soon have to pay up thanks to a new fee to be implemented next year.

Travel etiquette to know before flying to Hawaii

A recent study found 72% of Americans have traveled or plan to travel in 2022. However, a big question that comes with travel is remember proper travel etiquette.

The hidden spaces on planes that are off limits to passengers

There are some secret areas on widebody aircraft, where the pilots and cabin crew go to rest during long flights. Passengers can't access them under any circumstance and they're well hidden from view.

Summer golf trips to book now: 17 must-see deals at high-end resorts and courses

If you've been waiting for an affordable way to book a trip to places like Kiawah Island or TPC Sawgrass, this is your chance.

7 tips on how to make your adventures more sustainable

Seven sustainable tips to make your next adventure more sustainable.

Cruise Line Eliminates Single Supplement on Over 275 Cruises

Celebrity Cruises will allow solo cruisers to sail at the same rate as those who book double occupancy on nearly 300 cruises to the Caribbean, Alaska, and Europe through next March.

Inside giant flying luxury hotel that can stay in the air for years

A giant nuclear-powered "flying hotel" complete with a gym and swimming pool is set to carry 5,000 passengers in unparalleled luxury.

Tourist disappointed by the reality of his hotel room vs promo shot

Tourist Jerone Tan checked into the five-star-rated Tower Suites hotel, located mere yards from the Tower of London, expecting a 'floor-to-ceiling outlook' in his room...

Treaty of Versailles

On this day in 1919, the governments of Belgium, Britain, France, Italy, the United States, and all allies on one side and Germany and Austria Hungary on the other signed the Treaty of Versailles

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Travel Advisors Applaud NCCL’s Broadway Cruise

At All Points Travel in Salt Lake City, Corina Johnson made an easy sale yesterday. A member of her Theater Lovers whom she books trips three or four times a year, saw a post about an interesting offering from Norwegian Cruise Line: “The Broadway Cruise” to Bermuda, launching in March 2023

Royal Caribbean extends European cruise ship Covid protocols through July 2022

Royal Caribbean announced that the cruise line has extended its health protocols for European departures

Broadway Fans Will Love This NYC To Bermuda Cruise, Here's Who's On Board

Broadway fans, this is the boat of your dreams! You can set sail with musical theater stars like Tony Award-winners Laura Benanti, Kristin Chenoweth, Alan Cumming, and Lena Hall. The maiden voyage of The Broadway Cruise will take place next spring

Dominican Republic to Host the 2022 FCCA Cruise Conference

Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) announced that the Dominican Republic will host the 2022 FCCA Cruise Conference in October

Spanish airline wants to bring the airship era back

It’s been more than 80 years since the last time passenger airships regularly plied the skies. A sight to behold wherever they made their appearance, those hovering giants may soon stage a comeback if plans by Spanish airline Air Nostrum come to fruition

United Airlines Pilots Set For Pay Rise Amid Staff Shortages

Slightly more than a month after reaching an agreement with the Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA), United Airlines has proposed a new wage deal with the union that would provide the airline's pilots a significant pay raise in several months alongside

Chaotic scenes at major European airports as airline strikes cripple travel

The aviation industry's post-pandemic revival is being held back by labour strife and staff shortages

Airline merger: Frontier sweetens offer for Spirit Airlines

Frontier Airlines on Friday added more cash and a larger breakup fee to its offer to buy Spirit Airlines, and the Spirit board repeated its preference for Frontier over a rival bid by JetBlue Airways

The cheapest, nicest hotels in New York City right now

These are the dreamiest, yet cheap hotels to book in New York City, because staying on budget doesn't mean sacrificing style (or thread count)

Three easy ways to find hidden cameras in hotels and rental homes

Hidden cameras are often located in common household devices, such as thermostats and alarm clocks. Here are three steps to finding one during your next trip

We're in Awe of this Absolutely Deranged "Nuclear-Powered Sky Hotel"

It's definitely not a bird, but it is sort of a plane — it's the non-existent but admittedly very cool Sky Cruise, a fantastical nuclear-powered sky hotel

Best travel destinations to see by water

Before you hop on a flight and book a land package for your next vacation, consider instead what you might be able to see from the water on a ship. Traveling the world’s vast oceans and waterways offers unrivaled views of some of the most magical destinations around the globe

The Top 7 Cinematic Travel Destinations

We’re all big fans of movies. But what happens when you find yourself watching a good movie, and suddenly you’re thinking about all the cool places in the world to go? Your travel and tourism plan

These 5 Sleeper Train Routes Are Your Best Bet For Exploring Europe This Summer

With continuing flight cancellations and delays - these 5 sleeper train routes could be your best bet for exploring Europe this summer

The Best Active Travel With A Woman's Touch

As travel quickly rebounds from the COVID-19 pandemic, one of the strongest sectors has been active and adventure travel. Americans took up new outdoor activities such as cycling and hiking, which saw massive growth during the pandemic, and now they want to take that on the road

Thailand Lifts All Mask Requirements Both Indoors And Outdoors

Thailand officially rescinds the mask mandate across the whole country, returning to the freest state it's ever been in since 2019

17 Movie And TV Filming Locations That Are Now Essentially Tourist Traps

We all know that films and shows are full of iconic moments. Sometimes, these moments are so impactful that fans flock to the locations they were filmed in to experience the magic for themselves

Explore Key West Via Seaplane: Here's How Much You'll Spend

The Key West is a haunted spot that's one of the most attractive in the United States. In this article, we reveal what a seaplane trip entails

Sea Turtle Summer Camp Perfect For Adults And Kids, The Caribbean Resort Offering The Unique Experience

Love sea turtles? Then the Four Seasons Nevis has the perfect family-friendly Caribbean getaway for you

A travel writer's guide to eating New Orleans

Come for the shrimp and grits, stay for the goat curry gnocchi

First solo circumnavigation

On June 27, 1898, a 37 feet sloop-rigged fishing boat named Spray sailed into Newport, Rhode Island. It was by all accounts an unremarkable boat except for one thing: its captain, Joshua Slocum, had just circumnavigated the world, a distance of more than 46,000 miles, by himself. His book on the journey, published in 1900, Sailing Alone Around the World remains

American Airlines and United pare flights as delays and cancellations surge

An acute shortage of pilots is forcing some carriers to terminate service to smaller markets in the U.S.

French bee Airline Launches Miami Flights

French bee airline continues its rapid U.S. expansion and opens ticket sales to its first Southeast route from Miami to Paris Orly beginning December 2022

Spirit Airlines was the most complained about US carrier in April, followed by American, amid flight cancellations and delays

Spirit Airlines received the most complaints from US passengers in April, a DoT report said. | Business Insider Africa

How to sit together on a flight for free - expert tips for parents

We reveal the tips and tactics you can use to ensure you and your family know how to sit together on a flight for free this summer

Splash into fun: The 14 best hotel pools in Orlando

Thanks to year-round sunny skies, most Orlando hotels have pools where you can cool off after (or in lieu of) your Florida adventures. Before choosing your hotel, check out these top hotel pools in Orlando

5 Hotels Offering Exclusive Spirits and Beer You Can't Get Anywhere Else

Bespoke spirits are one way a hotel bar can differentiate itself by sourcing rum, whiskey, mezcal, or beer you can't get anywhere else

Park Hyatt to arrive in Johohannesburg

After an extensive refurbishment the iconic Winston Hotel is expected to reopen as Park Hyatt Johannesburg

Princess Cruises to Offer Authentic Gelato Experience

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Carnival Changes Another Key Covid Rule

The cruise industry is continuing to loosen some restrictions

Barcelona adds an additional tax on for cruise passengers

Barcelona has become the first cruise port to propose an “emissions tax” specifically targeting ships

American Melody docks in Davenport for first visit of 2022

American Melody, American Cruise Lines’ passenger vessel, will dock along Davenport’s riverfront on Sunday, June 26 for its first visit of 2022. Davenport Mayor Mike Matson will welcome guests to River Heritage Park with a ribbon cutting

CDC Lowers Covid Health Risk For 6 More Countries

With Covid finally on course to become an endemic disease, and no longer a particularly worrying threat to public health, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is making some important updates to its travel advisories

Thailand is latest tourist destination to ditch mask mandate

Relaxation comes as tourism-dependent economies are competing to woo back travellers

The U.S. Government Warned Its Employees Not to Do This at the Airport

One in four travelers have been hacked while using public connections at train stations, bus stations, or airports

Summer air travel is off to a messy start. Here's how to up the chances of getting where you want to go

For the air traveler, summer travel chaos means you need more strategic planning. Here are some tips to increase your chances of getting where you want to go this summer

Science Is Cool! 8 Destinations In Europe For Science Lovers

Science rules! Show off your love of science by visiting these cool destinations in Europe

Traveling This Summer? 19 Tips to Know Before You Go

Here's what you can do now to keep your trip stress-free

If an adrenaline rush is something you crave, the mountains of Switzerland are waiting for you

A summer filled with fun and adventures concurring every 4000m peak in the Swiss Alps

The 10 Best Things to Do in Cancún

Known as the ultimate party destination for spring breakers, this tourist town by the Caribbean Sea has so much more to offer than flashy nightclubs and

Cape Town Tourism CEO: Removal of COVID-19 restriction boosts travel

Enver Duminy, CEO of Cape Town Tourism said that the Cape Town Tourism is delighted at the news of the South African government dropping the remaining Covid-19 restrictions

Dancing Mania Breaks Out in Germany

On this day in 1374, a severe outbreak of "dancing mania", also known as "St. John's Dance" or "dancing plague", occurred in Aix-la-Chapelle, Germany. This particular outbreak soon spread across the European continent, as far as Italy, Luxembourg and France. Dancing mania involves men and women breaking into frenzied, erratic dancing - dancing which continues until they physically collapse from exhaustion. The dancing proved highly contagious and overtook entire townships. No one is sure what caused dancing mania - ideas put forward today include physiological and sociological explanations.

Disabled passengers bearing brunt of travel disruption

Campaigners say disabled people seen as an afterthought amid rail strikes and flight cancellations

4 Ways to Save on Plane Tickets This Summer

Here's why flights are so expensive right now, and what you can do about it.

Here Are the Most Popular U.S. Travel Destinations for the Fourth of July

From Vegas to Dallas, Americans are returning to celebrate the Fourth of July again at these popular US travel destinations.

10 Reasons You're Spending More on Vacations Than Travel Experts

Want to know how the the experts travel more often, but somehow spend less? Compromise, travel at the right time, search in private browser, join loyalty/rewards clubs, do research, book more than one ticket at different times, and more .

The 10 Best U.S. Spots You Need To Travel to This Summer

If you're staying domestic this season, new data shows that these metro areas are the best, budget-friendly summer vacation spots in the U.S.

The 5 Best Summer Music Festivals to Travel for in 2022

From Pitchfork to Afrobeats, big music festivals worldwide are back, just in time for summer. Here are five to plan a trip around.

Flooding affects travel plans, but tourists continue to arrive in Montana

Limited access to Yellowstone National Park could be affecting visitation, but the Bozeman airport hasn’t seen much of a decline in tourists ready to explore southwest Montana

Qatar on a Budget: Insider Travel Tips From Qatar Tourism

With more than one million visitors set to visit Qatar for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, fans should be

You can sail on this lavish cruise from Vancouver to Hawaii at a steal

Cruise from Vancouver, BC to Honolulu, Hawaii and stop in Lahaina, Maui on the way in 2022 with Royal Caribbean Cruises on the Ovation of the Seas.

Cruise onboard credit: What it is, where to get it and how best to use it

You can use your onboard credit, or OBC, to cover usual expenses - or to treat yourself to something fun, like a mixology class or a spa treatment.

Are hotel reward programs worth it?

Major hotel chains offer different membership levels and benefits to encourage customer loyalty, and they are usually free to sign up.

American Airlines to stop flying to four small cities, citing pilot shortage

American and other major airlines say they have had to cut some service due to a shortage of regional pilots.

14 Romantic Getaways in Florida From a Private Island to Historic Hotels

These romantic getaways in Florida have something for every couple.

The 10 Best Oceanfront Hotels and Resorts in the U.S.

Itching for a stunning waterfront view and the sound of crashing waves? These are some of the best oceanfront hotels in the country.

100 Strange, Intriguing & Obscure Travel Facts

A decade of nonstop traveling has taught me many things, including these 100+ interesting and obscure travel facts.

Patent for "Type-Writer" granted

Christopher Latham Sholes, Samuel Soule, and Carlos Glidden did not develop the first typewriter - but their design as patented on June 23, 1868 was destined to be the most successful. None of them, though, saw that success

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Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony Acquired by A&K Travel Group Ltd.

A&K Travel Group Ltd. has acquired the luxury cruise vessels Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony. A&K Travel Group , is owned by Geoffrey Kent and Heritage. The two ships will resume service in 2023

Pilots picket as airline unions leverage summer travel woes

Hundreds of uniformed Southwest Airlines pilots stood in perfect lines in the scorching Texas sun at Dallas Love Field on Tuesday, holding signs that blamed Southwest management for delays and cancellations that have upset passengers.

Air travel is getting worse. Here are 6 tips to make it less of a headache.

With more flights being canceled or delayed, travel pros offer some tricks of the trade to minimize frustrations.

7 Financial Tips From Digital Nomads Who Travel the World Full-time

Here's how to plan for traveling the world full-time, according to digital nomads.

What Are Small Ways to Be More Respectful When We Travel?

Travel is transformative, but we also have a duty to leave places we visit better than we find them - and with a better understanding of the people who call it home.

6 Reasons To Use a Travel Agent When Planning Your Next Family Vacation

Planning a family vacation isn't for the faint of heart. Here's why hiring a travel agent can improve your trip from the planning stage to your flight home.

As a divorced mom, I used to dream of traveling alone. Here's what happened when I finally did.

Thoughts of traveling alone gave me so much anxiety. I just wasn't the solo-travel type ... or so I thought.

Nepal may move Everest Base Camp

Nepal is considering relocating Everest Base Camp due to environmental concerns.

I walked the Camino de Santiago this year. Here's what it was like

I walked the Portuguese Way of the Camino de Santiago during what is expected to be a record-breaking year for pilgrims. Here's what it was like.

The LGBTIQ+ travel guide to Austin, Texas

From the best gay bars and clubs, to shopping at queer-led businesses and finding excellent community resources, here's our guide to LGBTIQ+ Austin, Texas.

6 things that surprised me about going on my first solo cruise

Insider's reporter took a solo cruise onboard Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas and was surprised by how many people mistook her for a lost child.

Save big this summer with these hotel deals for families

Temperatures are on the rise, but so are hotel prices. These hotel packages will help you save big money on your family's summer vacation.

One Happy Island, One Happy Family: 11 Best All-Inclusive Resorts in Aruba

A visit to One Happy Island means unlimited fun for everyone. Here are 11 best-all-inclusive resorts in Aruba for your family vacation.

G.I. Bill Becomes Law

On June 22, 1944, President Franklin Roosevelt signed into law the Servicemen's Readjustment Act of 1944 - better known as the G.I. Bill

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Better Business Bureau: Travel insurance may not cover what you think it does

Many big travel plans that people made for 2020 were upended by the outbreak of the coronavirus. Now, many are rescheduling those trips and looking to see if they can

Analysis: Europe's summer of discontent reveals travel sector labour crisis

After 21 years as a service agent at Air France , Karim Djeffal left his job during the COVID-19 pandemic to start his own job-coaching consultancy.

Consumer Alert: How do you avoid travel schemes?

The BBB said U.S. travelers have lost over $80,000 this year to travel scams, up 187% compared to the same time in 2021.

How To Travel The Four Hours-Distance From Rome To Capri

Capri is usually only about a four-hour trip from Rome and makes for an excellent adventure that should be included in any trip to Italy.

Avoid These 5 Crowded Mexican Hotspots. Go Here Instead

Vacation hot spots in Mexico like Tulum, Cancun, and Cabo are some travel favorites, but you're missing out if you don't consider some of Mexico's lesser-hyped cities and beaches

Discover Queens and Support Asian-Owned Businesses (and More) When You Visit NYC

A local Korean-American artist's take on what Queens' Asian communities offer, including recommendations for the borough's eating, drinking, shopping, & nightlife

How Yellowstone's Historic Flooding Will Impact Summer Visitors

The latest on the floods in Yellowstone, including which areas are closed and when they are expected to reopen - plus, where to reroute your trip.

This Canal Cruise in Amsterdam Was Just Named the No. 1 Travel Experience in the World

Tripadvisor just released the top traveler-voted experiences around the world - and this Amsterdam excursion took the top spot.

The Best Ways to Explore the Smallest National Parks in the U.S.

How to spend a day in Indiana Dunes, Hot Springs, Gateway Arch, and other small national parks.

Our 10 Favorite Cruise Lines In The World

Whether you are looking for an intimate small-ship journey or want to take a mega-ship through the Caribbean, there is a cruise for everyone.

San Francisco cruise from Vancouver for three-days is just $400 each

If a San Francisco cruise sounds like the perfect summer escape, then you need to book this cheap luxury cruise asap!

Carnival Corp. to launch new sports betting and iGaming offerings on these cruise lines

Cruise line operator expects to introduce mobile sports betting and iGaming on Carnival, Princess and Holland Cruises early next year.

These Airlines' Business Class Seats Are Getting a Major Upgrade

Expect more private suites and roomier business class seats debuting across a range of airlines as soon as this year.

Book These 10 Unique Hotels In Los Angeles

From magnificent beachfront hotels to downtown LA resorts, hotels in LA seem to tick all the boxes.

This 18-suite Lake Como Boutique Hotel Offers a Fresh Take on Traditional Italian Luxury

Villa Lario is giving the lake's storied luxury scene a renewed energy.

The Japanese Attack Fort Stevens, Oregon

On June 21, 1942, a federal fortification at the mouth of the Columbia river in Oregon became the only military installation in the continental US to be attacked by the Japanese during World War II

American Cruise Lines Explores the Mighty Mississippi Cruise Close to Home

American Cruise Lines explores the Mississippi River like no one else—offering unique cruise experiences along the length of the river, from St. Paul to New Orleans—also cruising the famous Mississippi tributaries, the Ohio and Cumberland Rivers

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Why Now Is the Best Time to Visit London

Between the Queen's Jubilee, Wimbledon, Elton John and Adele at Hyde Park, and a strong dollar against the British pound, this is the time to visit London.

Top places to visit in the Algarve

Whether you’re visiting as a couple, a family or as a solo traveler, here are 8 top places in the Algarve that you won’t want to miss.

Why Solo Travel Is Now The Number One Travel Trend Post Covid

Passenger numbers for 2022 already (far) exceed the the last two years, and amid the surge, some pretty interesting travel trends are emerging: the growing fascination with solo travel is one of them.

Smooth travel tips for seniors

It's time to start thinking about epic summer vacations. While planning is key for all travelers, it can be especially important for seniors who want to ensure the best travel experience.

Regent Seven Seas 2025 World Cruise Sells Out Before Bookings Officially Open

For the fourth year running, Regent Seven Seas Cruises has sold out its world cruise in record time, with the sailing being completely reserved prior to officially opening

The Top Cruise Advisors

The three top cruise specialists to call when you want to book an ocean or river cruise.

Surround yourself with beauty at the 10 best botanical gardens in North America

Our readers voted for the 10 best botanical gardens across North America over four weeks, and the results are in.

The most popular air travel day this year was a mess

Americans gained a new federal holiday last year: Juneteenth. This year the holiday, which commemorates of the end of slavery in the United States, falls on Sunday but it will be observed in many places on Monday, June 20.

“Smart cost” French Bee airline grows to LA and Miami

If you’re looking to fly to Paris on a brand-new airplane at a fair price, French bee might just have a seat for you. The little sister of Air Caraïbes has been flying a fleet of Airbus A350s since 2018; last month it added LA and this week it begin selling tickets to Miami

Deal alert: Fly to Zurich from various U.S. cities for less than $500 round-trip

Fly to Zurich from U.S. cities such as NYC, Washington, D.C. and San Francisco for under $500 round-trip in a new fare sale.

E-scooters were supposed to fix travel in Rome. Then they became a major problem

Introduced as a transport solution during Covid, e-scooters have become a scourge in Italy's capital, blamed for deaths, injuries and damage to historic landmarks.

The new travel startup that wants to plan trips around workcations

Although bleisure travel has been around for a considerable time now, Origin is perfecting the art of designing these trips.

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West Virginia Becomes a State

"Voices from the mountains are loyal and true" - those were the words of President Abraham Lincoln on this day in 1863 when West Virginia seceded not from the Union, but from Virginia

Airline stocks tumble as economic concerns overshadow travel surge

Inflation and recession concerns are pressuring airline shares despite a strong summer.

How Can You Travel for Less Than $100 a Day, Everything Included? Find a Cruise Deal.

As companies bring their full fleets back online, many ships still have room. That means bargains are being offered outside the winter wave season, making some sailings unexpectedly cheap, even in an era of inflation.

Hold Onto Your Hats (and Bags). Travelers to Europe Face Chaos.

Hours in security lines. Canceled flights. Lost baggage. Here's a look at how you could be affected by travel disruptions this summer and tips on how to prepare.

Europe Travel With Kids: 8 Top Zoos To Visit In 2022

Sleep with polar bears. Follow rare black rhinos. Go on safari. All this and more at Europe's best zoos.

T-Mobile launches new travel-focused 'Coverage Beyond' benefits

T-Mobile's summer travel benefit plan gives subscribers free airline Wi-Fi with select airlines, 5 GB international data plans, free AAA membership, booking deals and gas discounts.

More than 1,500 U.S. flights canceled as summer travel season heats up

At LaGuardia Airport in New York, more than one-third of all flights were scrubbed, and more than one-fourth of flights were dropped at nearby Newark Liberty

Hawaii Travel Industry A Shambles and Why

What's happening behind the scenes in Hawaii travel. Clearly we aren't close to being through this upheaval.

In Wine Resorts, Luxury Travel Goes Rustic

Five destinations that offer modern luxury and rustic charm - and, of course, plenty of vino

Is It Actually Better To Solo Travel Around The World?

Solo travel is not for everyone. But it is also not nearly as dangerous, challenging, or lonely as many assume it is.

You'll Need a Visa to Enter Japan Now

In addition to numerous strict conditions for entering Japan, visa-free travel from the U.S. is currently suspended.

Cybercriminals Capitalizing on Resurgence in Travel

Multiple cybercrime groups have been spotted selling stolen credentials and other sensitive personal information pilfered from travel-related websites.

Rough waters ahead for cruise industry as it grapples with staffing slump amid travel heating up

Cruise ships face another tough challenge as staffing shortages and supply chain problems stifle the industry's recovery since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic

The 9 Wildest Perks You'll Ever Encounter at a Hotel

From a loaner Lexus to bedding monogrammed with my initials, here are the perks I'll never forget from five-star hotels and resorts.

5 things you should know before booking an all-inclusive resort stay with points

You could save money on your next vacation by using points instead of cash to book an all-inclusive resort stay. However, here are five things you should know.

The Statue of Liberty Arrives in NYC

The French frigate Isere steamed into New York Harbor on June 17, 1885. On board were 214 crates originating in France. Inside the crates were the 350 individual pieces that would be assembled to create the Statue of Liberty.

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AmaWaterways to Add Second Nile River Cruise Ship

AmaWaterways announced it will launch a second Nile cruise ship in Egypt. The new ship, a sister to AmaWaterways' AmaDalia, is scheduled to set ...

'Revenge travel' is surging. Here's what you need to know

Despite sky-high prices and limited availability, people are traveling in droves. Could this new term explain why?

Should you get travel insurance for your next trip?

Seasoned travelers who once skipped trip insurance now say it can save you money and ensure peace of mind.

This classic Italian destination just limited tourist access

The Amalfi Coast has brought in a traffic ban for high season. An alternate numberplate system has been introduced, so that cars can only travel the famous highway every other day in peak season.

What are travel coaches, and what do they do?

When Vera Russo decided to visit Italy this summer, she didn’t go online to book a plane ticket or call a travel agent. Instead, like a growing number of Americans, she contacted a travel coach.

The best Fourth of July travel deals on flights and hotels | CNN Underscored

If you've not yet booked your Fourth of July trip, don't fret - there are still deals out there.

It's a pain to fly these days. The FAA and airlines are trying to fix that

U.S. flight delays increased this year due to staffing issues, bad weather and stronger-than-expected demand.

The Best Places for Beach Camping in California

From glamping in Big Sur to backcountry campsites on The Lost Coast, here are some of our favorite beach camping spots in California.

The Best Cruises for Exploring the Beauty and Wilds of Alaska

Hurtigruten, Ponant, and Lindlbad top our list of the best Alaskan cruises to book this summer.

This Maui Waterfront Hotel Is Getting a $100-million Upgrade

The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua is getting a major refresh - take a sneak peek.

Exploring the Canadian Rockies, from Lake Louise to Jasper

Start planning an adventure packed with hiking, hot springs, culinary experiences, and more.

No agenda, new people and plenty of entertainment: Is it worth it to go on a cruise by yourself?

After three nights on board the MSC Divina, complete with stops at Nassau and Ocean Cay, was it worth it to cruise alone?

Infrastructure Upgrades Speeding Up Train Travel Across US Northeast Corridor

Infrastructure improvements made by Amtrak have raised the speed trains can travel in parts of New Jersey.

7 Beautiful Costa Rica Beach Resorts for Surfing, Swimming, and Sunbathing

From big-name properties to boutique hotels, these Costa Rica resorts on the beach are paradise.

Abraham Lincoln Accepts Illinois Republican Nomination for Senate

"A house divided against itself cannot stand." With these words, Abraham Lincoln accepted the Illinois Republican Party nomination for Senate. The now famous quote was a fitting beginning

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How Long It’ll Take for Business Travel to Return to Normal

If you’re a former jet-setter who hasn’t taken a business trip in years, continue to hang in there. Business travel dropped in 2020 and 2021, and it’s still not back.

Disney Offers Global Travel Package To All 12 Of Its Parks For $110,000

As some fans complain about rising ticket prices at its theme parks, Disney is offering what it calls "a bucket list adventure" for 75 well-heeled guests. Priced at about $110,000 -it's actually a mere $109,995 - the travel package is called Disney Parks Around the World: A Private Jet Adventure

Here's what it might be like to travel on a double decker airplane seat

Airplane seat designer Alejandro Vicente reckons his double-decker airplane seat could revolutionize budget air travel. CNN went to the 2022 Aircraft Interiors Expo in Hamburg to try it out

Airlines told to cancel flights to stop travel chaos

Ministers says airlines must ensure summer schedules are deliverable to prevent more travel disruption.

This Simple Tip Is the Best Way to Avoid Major Travel Mishaps This Summer

As tourism resumes, calling ahead to confirm details is the strategy you need to avoid travel problems.

Experts advise booking Thanksgiving and holiday travel now

Travelers need to start booking now for their Thanksgiving and winter holiday travel

What Businesses Can Learn From The Six Different Types Of Travel Agencies

Whether you are a leisure travel agency owner or a business travel agency owner, you have to make your client's booking and travel process seamless.

These Luxury Hotels Have Their Own In-house Yachts

From the Great Barrier Reef to the Maldives, these five-star hotels have the most coveted hotel amenity: an in-house yacht.

Best places in Europe for wild swimming in 2022

Nothing compares to taking the plunge in the great outdoors. Here are the best spots for wild swimming in Europe.

Cruise Like a Queen on This Elegant Line With a Long Royal Legacy

As the United Kingdom celebrates the Queen’s Jubilee this year, cruise passengers can too aboard the definitively British Cunard cruise line.

The Best Hotels in the Azores for a Local Stay

These are ten of the best hotels in the Azores to book on your next vacation there.

Stanley Tucci Tells Us His Favorite Spots in Italy

Stanley Tucci, actor and host of "Stanley Tucci: Searching for Italy" talks about his favorite things in Italy: favorite Italian hotels, unforgettable Italian restaurants, and the Italian cities he loves.

Reykjavík, Icelan: The No. 1 Vacation You Should Book Now

Now that pre-departure testing requirements for those entering or returning to the U.S. are over, you should book a vacation here ASAP.

These 6 Luxury Cruise Lines Have the Most Over-the-top Suites at Se

Seabourn, Viking Cruises, Silversea, Norwegian, Celebrity Edge, MSC Cruises are all stepping up their design game.

George Washington Named Commander-In-Chief, Continental Army

True to the manners of gentleman at the time, George Washington never admitted to any ambition and never publicly sought power - but on June 15, 1775, his was the only serious name considered

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Getting around Salzburg

Whether you take the bus, the train or your own two feet, getting around the delightful Austrian city of Salzburg is a breeze.

4 Places You Should Travel As Soon As You Retire

Retiring opens the door to countless travel opportunities. Learn more about some of the top destinations for newly retired people.

How to Get the Most Bang for Your Buck

The strong American dollar is the upside of a volatile economy. For travelers headed abroad, that may help make up for the rising cost of travel.

Top 10 attractions and amusement parks for 2022, according to Tripadvisor

A dreamy, uniquely designed cathedral in Europe that's been under construction since 1882 is the top attraction in the world for 2022

I am a travel planner and here are 10 things I always pack on cruises

After going on dozens of cruises I've learned portable fans, outlet adaptors, and cash are essential for a trip to sea. But I leave towels at home.

All entrances to Yellowstone National Park are temporarily closed due to 'extremely hazardous conditions'

Yellowstone National Park announced Monday all entrances to the park are temporarily closed due to extremely hazardous conditions caused by unprecedented rainfall and flooding.

7 Beautiful Costa Rica Beach Resorts for Surfing, Swimming, and Sunbathing

From big-name properties to boutique hotels, these Costa Rica resorts on the beach are paradise.

Cruise Lines Call for CDC to Change Covid Testing Policy

The trade association representing Royal Caribbean, Carnival, Norwegian, and most of the industry has called on the Centers for Disease Control to make a big change.

10 Best Sleeper Train Journeys In The World (Luxury & Budget)

Travel in style by taking one of the world's greatest sleeper train journeys. Luxury or budget, there's a train journey every traveler will enjoy.

Pilots at 2 of American Airlines' regional airlines will see a massive pay increase

New-hire first officers at Envoy Air and Piedmont Airlines will soon make $90 an hour, an unheard-of figure in the industry.

Choice Hotels plans to acquire Radisson's Americas operation

Choice Hotels might focus largely on affordable hotels, but the Radisson Americas takeover provides the company with its desired expansion into higher-end hotels.

9 of the Best All-Inclusive Resorts for Your Next Vacation

What’s better than taking some time off from work and going on vacation? Doing it with your friends or family

Yellowstone National Park Renames Peak “First Peoples Mountain”

The 10,551-foot peak, formerly called Doane Mountain, has a new title that reflects the contributions of Native Americans

George Washington Named Commander-In-Chief, Continental Army

True to the manners of gentleman at the time, George Washington never admitted to any ambition and never publicly sought power - but on June 15, 1775, his was the only serious name considered

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Goway Launches GowayPro Travel Academy

Goway has launched the GowayPro Travel Academy in order to help travel professionals expand their destination knowledge and level up their business

Best time to visit Turin

As one of Italy’s great unsung destinations, Turin is a good year-round destination. Here's when to make the most of it.

Ireland's travel secrets: Glenelly Valley, Co. Tyrone

Glenelly Valley is the longest valley in the Sperrin Mountains in County Tyrone and is regarded as one of Northern Ireland’s most idyllic and dramatic landscapes.

What You Need To Know Before Planning A Trip To Italy, According To Italians (video)

Locals explain how tourists like you and me can get the best out of an Italian visit - including tips, tricks and hacks that'll make your trip extraordinary.

Pride is back — and more expensive than ever

Cathy Renna, communications director for the National LGBTQ Task Force and a consultant who has worked with many major Prides throughout her career, says the celebrations kicking off this month will include many of the core elements

The Greatest Road Trip I Ever Took

Our digital director recalls how she quit her job and set off on a month-long road trip across the U.S., with serendipity as her guide.

11 of the most important things I've learned about solo travel.

Learn about how to maximize your travel time and combat loneliness.

Disney To Launch Newest Cruise Ship - Here's What Travelers Can Expect

Disney Cruise Line is finally all set to launch its newest cruise ship, having taken receipt of the vessel during the week

I'm cruising the Atlantic on Cunard's Queen Mary 2 right now. I can't think of a safer way to travel

Passengers on a transatlantic cruise on Cunard's Queen Mary 2 are in a bubble as the ship makes no port stops.

Pilot shortages, fuel prices and Covid: US braces for travel chaos

US sees rise in travel after two years of pent-up demand but issues continue to cloud the industry

The luxury train from Colorado to Utah. Here are 5 of the best parts about the trip and 6 things I thought were disappointing

The Rocky Mountaineer glass-dome train travels from Denver to Moab over two days and has great service and views but some logistics could be better.

Inside Madrid's Most Exciting New Hotel

The Madrid Edition is the newest pearl in the Marriott luxury brand's collection.

Why Marriott, Hilton and Hyatt say hotel prices are only going up

Hotel room prices have surged alongside a growing demand for travel, and hotel chains see no decline in the future as travelers seem willing to pay high prices.

'Inundated with American travelers': End of testing rule opens summer travel floodgates

Just as summer heats up, the US is lifting its long-standing requirement for all travelers entering the country to present a negative Covid-19 test.

Need Help Planning a Trip? How To Find a Trustworthy Travel Agent

Consumers spend billions of dollars each year traveling. With the convenience of the internet, sometimes it's difficult to find a trustworthy third party travel service.

10 Reasons I Love Traveling Full Time

Full-time travel presents an amazing lifestyle to experience. Even if you only try it for a few months, it will transform you in beautiful ways.

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Vancouver burns to the ground

On June 13, 1886, the newly incorporated city of Vancouver, British Columbia was clearing brush out of the areas between Main and Cambie streets. A controlled burn fire was started

Why are more people traveling abroad for cosmetic surgery, and what are the risks?

With border restrictions largely evaporated, health experts say plastic surgery tourism is picking up. But there are risks travelers should note.

US to drop COVID testing requirement for international flyers Sunday

The CDC will not require pre-departure COVID testing for U.S.-bound air travelers, starting June 12, according to a senior administration official.

European labour strife, staff shortages disrupt summer travel

Labour strife in Europe is driving expectations of more travel headaches during the busy summer season, with airports and airlines clamouring to find more workers, minimize cancelled flights and reduce delays for passengers.

Miami Hotel Prices Have Increased By More Than 50%

Hotel prices in Florida's leading city have soared by nearly 56% in only 3 years, as a direct result of the ongoing economic crisis.

US tourists fined for damaging Rome's Spanish Steps with scooters

Young Americans each hit with 400 Euro fines after a scooter was thrown down the 18th-century landmark, causing up to 25,000 Euro worth of damage.

What's new in Oslo in 2022? 5 cultural openings to look forward to - Lonely Planet

Following a huge investment in cultural capital, Oslo is a destination with a focus on creativity. Here are five of the city's openings you should visit now.

Plastic Water Bottles Will Soon Be Off-Limits at U.S. National Parks

The goal is to replace single-use plastics with compostable, biodegradable, or 100 percent recycled materials by 2032.

Norse Atlantic Launches With U.S. to Europe Flights From $116

The reincarnation of Norwegian Air now offers low-cost flights from New York, Los Angeles, and Florida to Oslo, London, and Berlin.

The 65-Day Cruise That Starts in Antarctica and Ends in Milwaukee

Viking Cruises announced two longitudinal cruises sailing north to south and south to north. Each itinerary includes stops in three continents.

Foods You Should Avoid on a Cruise - and What to Eat Instead

Here are the foods you should skip on your next cruise vacation to avoid getting sick.

Consider booking a Norway winter cruise right now for these 10 reasons

An unforgettable winter cruise in Norway will have you crossing so many items off your must-see list.

Go Here, Not There: Vacation Alternatives for the Budget-Conscious

As inflation puts a crimp in travelers’ plans, here are some affordable suggestions for trips focused on wine, culture, food, the outdoors and more.

10 great cities in the United States for outdoor adventures

Going back to nature this summer might not mean roughing it. Some of the biggest U.S. adventures are accessible from metro areas, thoroughly civilized spots where hot showers and après luxuries abound

A primer for hiking newbies

Take a hike. It sounds like the easiest thing to do: Head out and put one foot in front of the other. But if you’re not used to being outside in nature, or if walking is difficult for you or if you require a wheelchair

Italy Vacations Threatened As Airport Staff Announce Strikes Over Summer

Airport workers consider striking throughout summer as travel demand continues to soar in Italy and work conditions worsen.

Why Did the Star Wars Hotel Flop? Disney Is Desperate To Find Out

Disney is looking to understand why their first fully immersive hotel experience, the Star Wars Galatic Starcruiser, was so divisive.

The Hanging of Bridget Bishop

Bridget Bishop spoke her mind. She dressed in a flamboyant way, at least in the eyes of her Puritan neighbors in Salem, Massachusetts. When several young girls in the community began acting strangely

Abu Dhabi DCT and Avanti Launch Campaign to Educate Agents on Customized Independent Travel

Wholesale tour operator Avanti Destinations has teamed with Abu Dhabi Department of Culture and Tourism [DCT] to educate and inspire advisors and their clients on customized independent and group travel to Abu Dhabi City, the capital of the United Arab Emirates

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Travelers Ask, Cash, What's That?

In a transition hastened by the pandemic, increasingly you can travel abroad and barely ever handle a physical bill or coin, whether pounds, kroner or euros. A guide to going cashless overseas.

Driving Iceland's Overlooked North

For those seeking an alternative to the popular Golden Circle, the Diamond Circle winds through volcanic landscapes featuring powerful waterfalls, misty vistas and sulfurous pools.

How I got my kids to love — or at least not hate — outdoor travel

We discovered that getting our children into natural environs indeed benefits us all

Airlines cancel hundreds of flights before summer travel season because of pilot shortage

Most airlines are simply not going to be able to realize their capacity plans United Airlines' CEO said in April.

Travel: Antarctica or Galapagos? Choosing your trip of a lifetime

People spend years planning and saving to visit these destinations; here's how to do it right.

Virgin Voyages: This cruise line just canceled its latest ship launch

With chaos engulfing the travel industry, Virgin Voyages has pushed back the launch of its new ship, Resilient Lady, to May 2023.

As summer travel season takes off, TSA offers tips, common mistakes to avoid

As summer gets in full swing, airports are prepared for an influx of travelers on their way for vacation, business, and everything in between. With travel season picking up, Transportation

15 of the Best Punta Cana All-inclusive Resorts

Located in the eastern region of the Dominican Republic, this popular beach destination features 30 miles of white-sand coastline, the turquoise Caribbean Sea, and an abundance of resorts

Germany Enacts New COVID Policies for Incoming Tourists

Germany's latest travel rules, vaccination requirements, and PCR test requirements are encouraging post-COVID travelers to come to the country.

Florida's 7 most romantic getaways

White-sand beaches, romantic inns and intimate outdoor excursions await in the Sunshine State.

When to visit the Poconos

Pennsylvania's picturesque Pocono Mountains are delightful to visit all year long. Here are the best times to go for boating, skiing, foliage and more.

101 Ways to Have Fun This Summer

Looking for things to do in the summer? Here are more than 100 ideas for summer fun, from learning to roller skate to hitting up a drive-in movie theater.

The Average Air Taxi Will Be Cheaper Than an Uber Black, a New Study Says

Deloitte's "Advanced Air Mobility, Disrupting the Future of Mobility" looks ahead ten years to when air taxis will be common in city skies.

Monte-Carlo Beach Hotel

After a two year hiatus, this French Riverian gem is ready for its biggest season yet.

Charles Dickens Dies

Charles Dickens is easily one of the most celebrated and widely-read authors in history. Writing during the Victorian Era in England, Dickens is best known

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10 Best Cape Cod Towns to Visit This Summer

These adorable Cape Cod towns are packed with history, culture, and, of course, beautiful beaches.

Southwest Just Put Summer and Fall Flights on Sale for 40% Off - but You'll Have to Book Fast

Southwest's latest sale for late summer and fall flights expires on June 9.

Europe Travel: New Low-Cost EU Airline Launches New York Route

This week, Icelandic airline PLAY launches flights from New York Stewart International Airport (SWF) to major EU hubs, such as Dublin, Berlin, Paris, Copenhagen and of course, Reykjavik in Iceland.

A First-Timer's Travel Guide to Acadia National Park

If you want to visit the Northeast's only national park this side of Shenandoah Valley, Acadia National Park is absolutely worth the trip.

The man who bought an entire village in Italy

Scottish businessman Cesidio Di Ciacca yearned for the hometown of his ancestors so much, he set about buying it all up and reviving it as a thriving wine destination.

How to avoid travel mistakes this summer

The war in Ukraine, high inflation and soaring gas prices have added uncertainty to the travel landscape, making it more likely that out-of-practice vacationers will make mistakes.

Norway's creative, isolated Arctic hideaway

On a remote island deep into the Arctic Circle, a passionate jazz musician runs a hospitality project like no other - and it takes all his improvisational skills to keep it going.

Traveling The World In A Wheelchair

Cory Lee's wheelchair journeys to places like India, Morocco and Antarctica are just the start.

Jump-start your fall travel plans with $700 premium economy flights to Rome

Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) is offering deals to Rome this fall from several U.S. cities in its premium economy cabin, SAS Plus. The flights are priced at around $700, round trip.

Porsche No. 1

On June 8, 1948, the first car bearing the name "Porsche" took its very first test drive. The company had been restructured by a British Major, Ivan Hirst, after its founder was imprisoned for war crimes following Porsche's involvement

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These LGBTQ-focused travel companies can help you plan the perfect cruise

These LGBTQ-focused travel companies offer a range of gorgeous destinations and the chance to meet new, like-minded people.

Citing labor shortage, Princess Cruises will shut down one of its Alaska lodges

The Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge, a jumping off point for guests visiting Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve, will close in mid-June.

Hotels have gone to the robots

Alfred, named for Batman’s loyal butler, is not just any staff member: It is one of two robots the hotel uses to serve guests and assist employees with day-to-day duties

The First Space Hotel Could Open as Soon as 2025

Space hotels don't exist - yet. Set to launch in 2025, the Pioneer hotel will be the first space hotel.

Why Hawaii's Repeat Visitors Aren't Returning - Does Anyone Care?

68% of all Hawaii visitors used to be return guests. Here's why that's changing.

Travel is back. And so are the influencers

As the tourism industry begins to recover from the pandemic, influencers are back on the move. We find out how hotels are working with them

Hiking Down to Phantom Ranch, the Grand Canyon's Destination Hotel

The entire point of the unique place is the experience involved in getting there.

7 Italy vacations that check every travel style

Tiny islands, wineries and mountain towns that will get you away from crowds

Japan to open to tourists after two years but only with masks, insurance, guides

Foreign tourists visiting Japan will be required to wear masks, take out private medical insurance and be chaperoned throughout their stay, the government said on Tuesday

7 things to look out for when buying travel insurance, according to an expert

We spoke to travel insurance specialist Michael Pettifer, managing director of MPI Brokers, for some tips on how to be smart when buying travel insurance.

Better Business Bureau: Watch out for travel scams

Consumers spend billions of dollars each year traveling. With the convenience of the internet, sometimes it's difficult to find a trustworthy third party. Sometimes well-recognized names are spoofed, or scammers

Amtrak is attracting new travelers

Amtrak is reporting a major spike in passengers, but a shift in who is riding trains.

These 5 U.S. Airports have the Longest TSA Security Wait Times

This means that if you want to make your travels easier this summer, you’ll be wise to avoid these 5 airports with the longest TSA wait times.

Regent Seven Seas 2025 World Cruise To Stop In 97 Ports, Here's How Much It Will Cost

See 97 ports, national parks, Komodo dragons, the Sydney Opera House, and even Easter Island on this ultra deluxe around-the-world cruise.

A new 'longitudinal' cruise travels from the Great Lakes to Antarctica

Viking's new cruise will take guests from Argentina to Antarctica then all the way to the Great Lakes.

Some hotels are emphasizing luxury with more all-inclusive offerings

Redefining what all-inclusive means, some hotel chains are adding new amenities, with everything from glamping to glass-floored bungalows on the water

Where to Go Winetasting in Napa Valley

It's hard to go wrong winetasting in Napa, but these are the best wineries, vineyards, and tasting rooms of 2022

How to see Salzburg on a budget

Get the inside scoop on how to see Salzburg on a budget – from Mozart melodies to mountain heights.

3 reasons why a cruise should be on every foodie bucket list

There’s something special about eating freshly caught fish while sailing one of the seven seas it was caught in. Or enjoying the luxury of dining in a gourmet restaurant overseen by a world-famous chef as you voyage in style to your next destination

7 Great Biking Cities (and Which Trails to Ride)

There's no better way to zip through a new city than on two wheels. Here are some routes to try, from riverside jaunts to mountain climbs.

The Treaty of Tordesillas

On June 7, 1494, the countries of Spain and Portugal signed the Treaty of Tordesillas, so named for the Spanish city it was created in. The treaty divided the New World of the newly discovered Americas between the two governments

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Lisbon: An Insider's Travel Tips You Won't Find In Guidebooks

Whether it's your first trip or you want to move there, great advice from an expert on this stunning, revitalized Portuguese city.

Top 7 U.S. Coastal Cities To Visit This Summer

From charming small towns to larger cities, here are 7 coastal getaways that are perfect for your upcoming trip in 2022.

Best beaches in St Thomas

From sandy bays near the cruise port to well-known stunning stretches of sand and little coves that are harder to find, here are St Thomas' best beaches.

Take a solo trip, even if you’re coupled up

As an extreme extrovert, I avoided solo travel. “The more the merrier” was my travel mantra. Then I had a kid.

9 Incredible Dark Sky Parks and Reserves Around the World

If you love stargazing, visit one of these 9 dark sky parks and reserves - including Great Basin National Park and Galloway Forest Park - around the world.

Holland America Line Is Offering 50% Off 2022 and 2023 Cruises - If You Book Soon

Cruise company Holland America Line celebrates the return of its full fleet with dramatical reduced rates.

World-Class Cruise Vacations - Two Best-In-Class Travel Companies Join Forces

A new partnership between two of the most respected names in travel helps consumers take advantage of three major travel trends happening right now.

Worried About Canceled Flights? Amtrak Has Boosted Its Summer Rail Schedule

Amtrak has given its summer rail schedule a boost, by restoring more rail networks and adding increased frequencies.

British Airways Is Adding Direct Flights to These 4 U.S. Cities

British Airways is starting or renewing four routes, bringing its total number of non-stop flight paths from the U.S. to the U.K. to 26.

How I made an over $600 mistake while booking my first all-inclusive vacation

The beauty of an all-inclusive vacation is that you know all the costs upfront ... unless you make the mistake that I made. Here's what happened and how you can avoid last-minute sticker shock on your next all-inclusive vacation.

Rooms with a sea view: 10 of the UK's best seaside hotels

Where to stay for blue skies, beach walks and sea breezes

Try these steps if your checked luggage gets damaged

Your airline is obligated to correct their wrongs at your service - even when it relates to damaging your luggage.

Mayhem predicted for travel this summer

Flight cancelations, delays, and airport lines so long you miss your flight. That's the reality of travel this summer -- and that's before you add in sky-high car rental prices and sold-out hotels.

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First Drive-in Movie Theater is Opened

On June 6, 1933, the first drive-in movie theater was opened by Richard Hollingshead in Camden County, New Jersey.

Italy Just Lifted All COVID-19-era Travel Restrictions

Italy lifted all COVID-19-related entry requirements this week, allowing travelers to visit the country without having to show proof of vaccination, get tested, or show proof of recovery

The Best Active Travel With A Woman's Touch

Outdoor activities are more popular than ever, and as a result, the active travel industry is booming. When it comes to luxury custom dream trips, one company in this space stands out.

The Next Big Travel App Is...Instagram?

Some investors think Instagram could be the next Google for travel-related searches. Can Tripscout and its @Hotel account find success?

Chase to launch a new travel portal, expand travel business

Chase will launch ChaseTravel.com in an effort to supercharge its travel offerings. Here's everything we know, and what we could see.

Does Travel Insurance Cover Cancelled Flights?

Flight cancellations are on the rise these days, showing signs of little improvement for this summer. Being prepared for your travel

Seattle cruise travel up 50% from 2019

The Port of Seattle says cruise travel is already up 50% from 2019 as people are eager to get back to traveling

Airfares surge 50% as domestic and international travel rebound

Demand for flights this summer is exceeding airline capacity, causing ticket prices to soar.

How Four Seasons Hotels Use Travel To Improve Company Culture

As travel restrictions are lifted around the world, businesses are seeing an opportunity to free remote workers from their home offices, uniting staff after years of virtual work

30+ Travel Journal Prompts to Help You Make the Most of Your Trip

No matter where you're headed, here are 30+ travel journal prompts that will help you jumpstart your day and reflect and unwind before you go to bed.

This is Switzerland's "little Italy"

Just over an hour's drive from Milan or a panoramic train and ferry journey south from Lucerne, Ticino is Switzerland's very own little Italy.

Why some travelers are choosing old favorites over new horizons

So I was surprised, when restrictions began to ease and the option to travel was once again legally and logistically back on the table, that the places I longed to see were the ones I already knew

Hawaiian Airlines Plans to Fly Electric Planes That Glide Just Above the Water

The Hawaiian carrier could add the electric-powered seagliders planes, which fly just a few feet above the water, to its fleet as early as 2028.

These Two U.S. Airlines Have Plans to Make Flying in Coach Better

Southwest and United are introducing everything from larger overhead bins and more seatback screens, to faster Wi-Fi and even tastier in-flight cocktails.

10 New London Hotels to Get Excited About

From the Londoner in Soho to The Beaumont in Mayfair, these are ten of the best new hotels in London to book in 2022 and beyond.

When should you reject your hotel room- and when are you just being picky?

The pandemic hit the hotel industry hard and some look run-down. But there are still situations when you'd be justified in asking for a new room.

Arrive by water at these 6 incredible hotels and resorts

Luxury travel is elevated by unique water arrivals. Islands and other luxury resorts allow one to arrive by water in style. Here's a look at a few resorts that you reach via unique experiences on water.

Malta: all you need to know

It's hard not to have a marvelous time in this Mediterranean island nation. Here are a few tips to make your trip to Malta even better.

Virgin Voyages Is Giving Away 1,000 Cruises This Summer

Winners will get a fully paid voyage and they will get to choose between the two ships, the Scarlet Lady or the Valiant Lady

10 Tips For Hiking In Jasper National Park For The First Time

Hiking through Jasper National Park is an incredible experience, and even if you're an avid hiker, these are some helpful tips for your first time.

The Shooting of Andy Warhol

Valerie Jean Solanas was an unusual woman and artist. Her work was so radically feminist and pornographic that even Andy Warhol refused to publish it

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INTREPID TRAVEL LAUNCHES 15 NEW BACKCOUNTRY & HIKING TRIPS IN THE U.S., MAKING AMERICA ITS SINGLE BIGGEST DESTINATION

Intrepid Travel – the B Corp certified world-leader in responsible travel – has added 15 new itineraries across the United States focused on backcountry and hiking adventures

RENTAL ESCAPES EXTENDS TRAVEL ADVISOR APPRECIATION MONTH INTO JUNE WITH NEW BONUS COMMISSION PROGRAM

Rental Escapes, a full-service luxury villa company specializing in providing unparalleled private villa rentals worldwide, today announced the launch of a new bonus commission program

Traveling brings challenges for members of LGBTQ community (video)

"Don't just think about your own personal needs when you travel," Bani Amor said discussing the challenges faced by the LGBTQ community while traveling.

'What makes Hawaii Hawaii?': Exploring Hawaiian heritage at Haleakal National Park

Haleakal National Park is known for its stunning sunrises, but there's so much more to explore at this national park in Maui, Hawaii.

Scotland’s Bass Rock belongs to the birds

“The Bass,” as it is known locally, stands sheer in the Firth of Forth about three miles off the sea-scoured coast of North Berwick, about 30 minutes by train from Edinburgh.

Is this the summer of travel chaos? 7 questions, answered.

The start of the summer travel season saw some stumbles as airlines canceled thousands of flights over Memorial Day weekend. Now travelers wonder: Was it a fluke or a preview of disruptions to come?

This new travel company will pair you with an expert local guide to plan the trip of your dreams

Elsewhere is a new travel company taking major tour companies by storm by cutting out the middleman and helping travelers plan trips with the help of expert local guides.

US airlines, travel industry push White House to end pre-travel testing

White House officials met Tuesday with travel industry officials, who pressed the Biden administration to end its requirements that vaccinated international travelers take a coronavirus test before flying to the United States.

Cannabis Tourism Is Now A $17 Billion Industry and it's Just Taking Off

From marijuana farm tours to "bud and breakfast" hotels, American destinations are discovering that canna-cations aren't just for stoners anymore.

Delta hikes sales forecast to pre-pandemic levels thanks to jump in travel demand and fares

Delta Air Lines expects its revenue to return to 2019 levels this quarter thanks to a surge in travel demand and higher fares that helped it cover a jump in fuel costs, the carrier said in a filing Wednesday.

6 Common Myths About Travel Insurance and What It Covers

While it certainly could be helpful coverage for many types of trips, there’s a lot about travel insurance that gets misinterpreted

Charlottesville Travel Guide

Plan your trip to Charlottesville, Virginia, with local tips on the best places to stay and things to do, from the University of Virginia campus to shopping at The Corner and visiting our favorite wineries.

Cruise Trip: Should You Work With A Travel Agent Or Book Directly?

It's never easy choosing between working with a travel agent or booking directly with the cruise line. Read on to see our take.

These Brand-new Longitudinal World Cruises Sail From the Great Lakes to Antarctica

Passengers aboard Viking's new cruises will sail to nine countries on three continents, stopping at up to 33 ports.

NYC's hottest stay is a tent, a big Las Vegas makeover at the Wynn and other hotel news you missed

From a summer glamping season in New York City to a slew of new all-inclusive resorts, here's the hotel news you missed in May 2022.

Sandals Just Opened Its New All-Inclusive Resort in Curacao

Sandals Resorts International has officially opened its 16th all-inclusive resort in the Caribbean: the new Sandals Royal Curacao.

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Queen Elizabeth II Crowned

On this day in 1953, the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II was held, having been delayed almost a year since her ascension to Queen to properly mourn her father, King George VI

The 23 Most Dangerous Airports In The World And Why You Must Experience Them

I found myself gripping the armrest as my plane attempted a landing in Africa on a remote sandy airstrip, the landing was called off and we needed to circle around several times in order to scare off several resilient giraffes

British airport disruption ominous for global travel recovery

Cancelled flights, long queues and staff shortages have disrupted the travel plans of British holidaymakers during the half-term break, a grim sign of possible summer strife for a global sector battling to rebound from a two-year COVID slump.

Travel: 'We don't have enough pilots,' analyst explains amid cancellation mayhem

Americans planning to fly this summer to a vacation spot of choice should prepare for annoying delays and cancellations as the airline industry grapples with severe staffing shortages.

Why cyclists are heading to Girona, Spain

I didn’t think physics and the laws of gravity allowed this, but it is possible to go 3 mph — slower than a motivated pedestrian — on a bicycle without falling over

Circling Sicily on Its Regional Trains

A Dutch photographer, documenting the culture of regional train travel, managed to get around the Italian island for less than $100. Here's what she saw.

10 Top-Rated Churches In Rome Worth Visiting

Rome's top-rated churches also happen to be some of the most beautiful and historic in the Eternal City, starting with these.

Scuba Diving And Travel: The Best Places To Dive And How To Get Certified On Vacation

Learning to dive while on vacation has been a bucket list activity for many travelers. And for those already certified, there are amazing spots around the world just waiting to be explored.

How Reviewing My Hotel Bill Before Checkout Saved Me $120

Hotel costs can add up quickly no matter what destination you're visiting. If you plan to stay several nights during your travels, you'll want to make sure you include plenty of money in your vacation budget

At These New Five-Star European Hotels, History Is Everything

A new crop of European hotels, like La Palma and Passalacqua, embrace Old-Hollywood visions of European summers

Getting around Egypt by Nile cruise, train or taxi

From Nile cruises to overnight trains, here's our guide to the best ways to get around Egypt.

Why Brazil's Amazon Manaus Is So Popular With Tourists

Manaus is popular for being the gateway into the heart of the mighty Amazon Rainforest. Manaus is one of the best places to experience a memorable Amazon River cruise.

Traveling with teens? Here are 10 tips and trip ideas to improve your next vacation

The teenage years are tricky when it comes to travel. To avoid the disapproving eye rolls, consider these 10 tips and trip options that are likely to...

All the time in the world: TPG's 8 best retirement trips

Cruises of two months or more are selling swiftly, so much so that there are cruise lines doing world cruises for the first time.

Kelly Clarkson Wants to Send Your Favorite Teacher on a Free Cruise

Kelly Clarkson chats about her partnership with Norwegian Cruise Line, traveling, and her passion for helping educators.

CNN Launches

On this day in 1980, the Cable News Network, CNN, launched at 5:00 PM EST.

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Big Ben

Big Ben, the tower clock in St. Stephen's Tower that looks out over the Houses of Parliament in Westminster, London began keeping time on this date in 1859

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18 top beaches in Scotland for sand, seals and serenity - Lonely Planet

Scotland is blessed with wild beaches on remote islands and urban strands that are perfect for a day out from the city. Here are Scotland's 18 best beaches.

Visit These Top Scenic Beaches In The US For The Best Horseback Riding Experience

Horseback riding is a unique experience and these scenic US beaches are the perfect places to enjoy the majestic ride.

Top 10 Caves To Visit In The United States

From underground lakes to stunning rock formations, here are 10 caves in the United States you'll want to visit.

Where to go this summer: 11 top destinations

It's looking like this summer will be a travel season to remember, especially following the Covid-stricken summers of 2020 and 2021.

North America's greatest train journeys

Via Rail's Canadian train whizzes past the Canadian Shield, prairies and Rocky Mountains. The chefs switch up the menu daily and the Canadian beer and wine tasting makes the 4-night trip that much more delightful

This Stunning Mountain Destination Is an Outdoor Adventurer's Paradise

Plan the perfect Blue Ridge Mountains vacation, including excellent hikes, scenic drives, and the best hotels and campgrounds.

What It's Like To Travel To Disney World Right Now

This year, the Most Magical Place On Earth has been pulling out all the stops for its 50th anniversary, dubbed “The World’s Most Magical Celebration.”

The US Virgin Islands Just Removed All Travel Rules for Americans

The US Virgin Islands, among the biggest tourism success stories of the pandemic, has lifted all restrictions for American travelers.

Inside Virgin Voyages' second cruise ship: Valiant Lady

The Virgin Voyages fleet are 'adult-by-design,' welcoming guests only 18 years and older.

Caribbean Cruises: How To Score The Best Summer Deals

Getting the best Caribbean Cruise deals can be a little frustrating. That's the reason we reveal some tips for getting the best summer deals.

A new airline received 3,000 applications for its first 50 pilot jobs despite a global shortage of flight crew

The opportunity to fly Boeing 787 Dreamliners has helped to attract pilots to join Norse Atlantic Airways, a spokesperson said.

Major airlines are cutting flights despite high demand

Airlines like Delta, Jet Blue and Southwest are cutting flights even as demand soars during the summer travel season.

Flight Attendant Goes Viral On TikTok Sharing Hotel Safety Tips

A flight attendant has gone viral on TikTok after divulging some key safety tips travelers should utilize before even settling into their hotel rooms.

5 reasons why you may be happier booking a budget hotel

While staying at a luxury hotel can be fun and exciting, you may end up having more fun and saving more by instead choosing to stay at a budget-friendly hotel.

These Iconic Stops Along Route 66 Are Worth Checking Out

Established in the 1920s, Route 66 was one of the first United States highways and is still one of the nation's most famous roads. While it was officially removed from the United States Highway System in 1985

Faster, cleaner, greener: What lies ahead for the world's railways

Faster, cleaner, greener and packed with advanced technology, rail is the only transport mode currently well placed to provide the backbone of our future mobility needs. We look ahead to see what travelers can expect in the coming years.

As countries clash over WWII heritage sites, changes to UNESCO guidelines worry experts

An ongoing rivalry between Japan, China and South Korea surrounding WWII heritage sites and documents continues to rage. Here's why.

The luxury safari camp trying to move on from its colonial past

Cottar's 1920s Camp in Kenya seems to revel in its colonial-era image, yet its owner says his forward-thinking policies sustain rather than exploit local culture, incomes and wildlife.

Memorial Day travel chaos as over 3,000 flights canceled or delayed

More than 39.2 million Americans are forecast to be travelling as they make their way home after the holiday, with plane passengers braced for misery.

Inside the race to master supersonic air travel

Nearly 20 years after the Concorde jet failed, aircraft-makers are still trying to master high-speed flights. But can they?

Hawaii summer travel demand near 2019 levels

Summer is the first time since the pandemic began that Hawaii has a chance to close in on record-breaking 2019 tourism arrivals.

5 essential new Midwest travel experiences for summer 2022

A natural adventure park in the Dells, mountain biking on the North Shore, and luxury cruising arrives in Minnesota.

Collette Travelers Return from Oberammergau Passion Play

Collette, global tour operator, announces the return of their first departure from the 2022 Oberammergau Passion Play. The tiny town Bavarian hamlet of Oberammergau is hosting thousands of visitors to showcase the must-see epic Passion Play

What it's like traveling to the Dominican Republic right now

From entry requirements to what to expect on the ground, here’s everything you need to know about traveling to the Dominican Republic.

Passengers onboard a Carnival Cruise ship complained that foul smells from a paint project made them sick, US Coast Guard says

Carnival Cruise Liner told Insider that an exterior painting project onboard the ship had impacted some guests.

If You Love British TV Shows, You'll Love This New River Cruise Itinerary

Did you binge Bridgerton? Are you eagerly awaiting the next season of The Crown to see how they handle Charles and Diana’s divorce? Do you love Downton Abbey? This luxurious eight-passenger barge promises a UK river cruise like no other.

Want to avoid surging European hotel prices? Try these countries

The average cost of a hotel room in Europe has already surpassed pre-pandemic prices, and that is showing little sign of slowing before the end of the year.

Fifth case of Legionnaires' disease confirmed at Waikiki hotel

The state Department of Health on Saturday confirmed a fifth case of Legionnaires' disease in a guest who stayed at the Grand Islander by Hilton Grand Vacations in Waikiki.

The Dedication of the Lincoln Memorial

The Lincoln Memorial was dedicated on this date in 1922. In 1867, only two years after his assassination, the US Congress authorized the Lincoln Monument Association

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12 best secret US beaches to visit in 2022

Nothing beats a quiet day spent at the beach. Especially if you can find a stretch of silky sand that is not crowded. Here are a few of our top picks.

OceanSky Cruises' airship hotel will fly to the North Pole

From 2024, Swedish company OceanSky Cruises will fly elite passengers in a sustainable, floating five-star hotel that's lighter than air

Carnival Freedom Fire: Cruise ship burns while docked at Grand Turk

Part of Carnival's Freedom cruise ship caught fire Thursday morning while docked at Grand Turk in the Turks and Caicos Islands, the cruise line said, sending dark black smoke into the air.

Cruise Across Hawaii, the Caribbean and Central America with New Seabourn Luxury Voyages

Known for its highly-rated and thoughtfully-curated voyages to all seven continents, Seabourn just unveiled three new cruise packages to explore the wonders of the Caribbean, Central America and Hawaii.

Delta to 'strategically decrease' flights this summer

Delta Air Lines on Thursday announced it will cut about 100 flights a day from its schedule this summer to minimize disruptions and bounce back faster when challenges occur

6 Hawaii residents travel to Japan as part of pilot program to bring back tourists

One traveler said the process consisted of completing a lot of paperwork and enduring long lines and hours-long waits at the airport.

Act fast: Business-class flights to Paris on sale for travel through April, some under $2,000

Business-class deal to Paris with flights from nine major U.S. airports, starting at $1,900.

Venice Postpones Tourist Tax Until 2023

Venice has postponed its decision to charge tourists a new fee to enter the canal city.

World's fastest passenger jet goes supersonic in tests

The race to resume supersonic passenger flights nearly two decades after the retirement of Concorde was offered a glimmer of excitement on Monday

Why solo cruising is up, and how to decide if it’s right for you

The trend of solo cruise travel picked up during the pandemic

20 Incredible Road Trips in the U.S.

From epic cross-country road trips to 3- to 7-day regional itineraries, here are 20 of the best road trips in the U.S. to take in 2022..

Everything You Need to Know to Trek Patagonia's Torres del Paine

It may seem intimidating for the average traveler to plan a trek in Patagonia. But considering how beautiful the area is, planning is worth the effort.

Flight attendant shares the biggest security steps she takes when checking into a hotel room

Flight attendant shares the biggest security steps she takes when checking into a hotel room

European hotel prices are rocketing and here's where they're rising the most

In some countries, including the U.K., the current cost of a hotel room even outstrips levels seen before COVID-19 struck, and appears to be rising beyond the rate of inflation.

Presenting 'Life Kit': Making the most of travel and your time off : It's Been a Minute

Making the most of your time off. Beyond travel tips, why we travel and share what travel means

The Opening of the Golden Gate Bridge

The Golden Gate Bridge opened on this date in 1937. The bridge is the link between San Francisco and points north, joining U.S. Route 101 and State Route 1. On an average day more than 120,000 vehicles

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CDC monkeypox warning urges ‘enhanced precautions’ for travel

The agency says risk to the public is low, but cases have been confirmed across Europe, North America and Australia

Try these ride-hailing tips on your next trip

I asked academics, travelers and ride-hailing experts. And much like the ride-hailing industry itself, the answers I received were all over the map

Which Greek Islands Are Right for You?

There are over 2,000 Greek islands. We've highlighted the 18 best places to plan your next trip around.

The train ticket that revolutionized European rail travel

Fifty years ago, young European travelers had the opportunity to cheaply travel across the continent by railway for the first time, kickstarting a travel phenomenon

Business And Leisure Travel: A Fused Future

Going forward, I anticipate the line between domestic business and leisure travel will be blurred and the two categories will be more closely bonded than ever before.

Ibiza Is Still the Best Place to Party in Spain, but It's Also a Luxury Wellness Destination

There is nowhere I've felt happier than in Ibiza, and there is nowhere I've felt worse than in Ibiza. These two statements may seem contradictory

18 top beaches in Scotland for sand, seals and serenity

Scotland is blessed with wild beaches on remote islands and urban strands that are perfect for a day out from the city

8 Ways to Experience America's National Parks After Dark

Once the crowds depart, the after-party adventures begin. Here's what to do in some of our favorite national parks after dark.

One of the Longest Around-the-world Cruises Was Just Announced and It Visits 25 Countries in 150 Days

Perhaps you've been on a cruise for a long weekend, a week, or maybe even two. But how does a 150-night cruise sound to you?

Tipping Guidelines for Cruise Ship Travel

Tipping the onboard workers is usually part of the process — and it’s not always included in the quoted price.

Elle Magazine to open hotels in Paris and Mexico

Fashion magazine Elle is launching two new hotel brands which will soon open in Paris and Mexico.

What Happens If You Don't Get Your Hotel Room Cleaned Daily

The practice is being scaled back in the name of sustainability, guest preferences, and social distancing, but there's a price to pay

Is This Your Last Chance to 'See Rock City'?

The Southern roadside attraction is thriving, but its iconic barn-top billboards are fading away.

Indian Removal Act

The Twenty-First Congress of the United States of America passed the Indian Removal Act of 1830 on May 26, 1830. Under the terms of the Removal Act, the lands of the Cherokee, Choctaw, Creek, Chicasaw, and Seminole tribes were ceded to the southern states

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12 Amazing Summer Travel Deals - Including Last-minute Memorial Day Sales

Here are a few last-minute Memorial Day Weekend travel deals to help you make the most of the three-day break and some more sales to sort your summer travel.

Most beautiful train routes to travel with Germany's 9 euro ticket

In June, July, and August, a 9 euro train ticket will be available around Germany to make up for rising energy costs related to the war in Ukraine. Here are some of the most beautiful train routes.

Why young people are using old school travel agents to plan their vacations

To prepare a travel itinerary, go the old-school route and tap a travel advisor

Workers planning 'bleisure' trips this summer spur travel demand

A new study shows Americans plan to extend their summer vacations in order spend at least some of their time away working.

6 of the Best Cruise Itineraries for Travelers on a Budget

In the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, cruise ships were one of the last places a traveler wanted to be. News stories of passengers isolated in their rooms for weeks and ships being turned away...

'The Love Boat': How a TV show transformed the cruise industry

In three decades from the 1970s, cruise passengers increased exponentially. According to industry insiders, that leap in numbers was mainly down to a certain TV show with a catchy theme tune

Summer Is Coming: Time To See Canada's Banff & Yoho National Parks

Canada's Rockies are famous all around the world and this summer go and explore all of its national parks.

Caribbean Islands That Don't Require a Passport

Travel to any of these four islands for a Caribbean vacation that has all the sunshine but none of the hassle.

From Legoland to Six Flags, these are the 10 best new theme park attractions

These are the 10 best new amusement park attractions, as voted by our readers in the 2022 Readers' Choice Awards.

Help! The Airline Changed My Flight Itinerary (for the Worse)

Airlines are within their contractual rights to cancel booked flights and place passengers on less-convenient routes with hours-long layovers. Our columnist investigates whether travelers have any recourse.

The best baseball cities for a summer road trip

The best ballparks are well-integrated into their cities, the energy and enthusiasm of 30,000 or so fans — both die-hards and casual viewers alike — a part of the city’s fabric

Secrets Is Opening a New Resort in Isla Mujeres, Mexico

Apple Leisure Group's Secrets brand is opening a new all-inclusive in Isla Mujeres, Mexico later this year

7 all-inclusive resorts in the Caribbean offering deep discounts for summer

Nonstop fun from sunrise to sundown, an all-inclusive resort in the Caribbean is the convenient choice for a worry-free summer vacation. Ideal for those who covet variety, all-inclusives are stepping up to the plate with deep discounts that might just be cheaper than staying at home.

The Constitutional Convention Convenes

On May 25th, 1787 the Philadelphia Convention convened with delegates from each of the states. The problems arising under the Articles of Confederation were pressing the new nation

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What a Google Breakup Would Mean for Travel

There has been a flurry of legislative activity in the U.S. in the past few days to stop Google and other big tech firms from using their market power to self-promote their own products, and to break up Google's advertising business

The Kystriksveien: Earth's most beautiful road trip?

Bucking and weaving along the rugged contours of Norway's fractured coastline, the 670km road to the Artic is a triumph of human ingenuity and perseverance

United Airlines CEO on Summer Travel, Masks on Planes, and Why You Need to Get to the Airport Extra Early

United CEO Scott Kirby discusses fuel prices, mask wearing, and staffing shortages ahead of the summer travel season.

What Travel Can, and Cannot, Teach Us

Is travel a fool's paradise per Ralph Waldo Emerson, or the only way to understand "La Dolce Vita"

Traveling for the first time post-COVID? This new travel telehealth startup wants to answer your questions

No one wants to get sick while on vacation, and this new telehealth startup wants to make medical care faster and more affordable for travelers

7 Amazing Places To Visit In June According To Our Travel Experts

Beautiful weather makes us want to get out and explore, so we asked TravelAwaits writers where they like to go in June.

How to visit Malta on a budget

Many of the best experiences in Malta are also budget-saving ones. From bargain accommodation to walking heritage streets, we give you the lowdown.

Top 5 Off Path Places To Travel In Thailand For 2022

Thailand is back to its usual busy self - but not everywhere is crawling with tourists. Here are some off path destinations to visit.

The 10 Best Places in the U.S. to See Wildlife

From Mammoth Cave National Park to Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge, these are the best places in the U.S. to see native species like bison and bears.

A Wheelchair User's Guide to Getting Outdoors This Summer

What to pack, where to go, and the communities worth tapping into, so you can spend more time in the great outdoors this summer.

Cruise holiday: Cruise crew member shares guest tip to 'have way more power’ on ship

READY for a cruise holiday? A crew member has shared a top tip for cruise holiday guests.

Having trouble finding an affordable summer vacation? A cruise could be the answer

Hotels, resorts and rental properties at many top vacation destinations are booked up heavily for summer and at high prices. But not cruises.

This Little-known European Train Is Called the 'Railway of Marvels' and It Weaves Through Idyllic Mountains, Coastlines, and Towns

The Cuneo-Ventimiglia-Nice train, known as the "railway of marvels," runs from the Italian Alps to the seaside, passing through France in the process.

A Secret Caribbean Hotel in St Barth

It's easy to get lulled by the calm, abundant beauty, the shake of the palm trees, the indulgent absence of the busy and the frantic.

More Than Luxe Lodging, These Haute Hotels Are Also Famed For Their Cuisine

These lauded lodgings offer a dining experience to remember--haute hotel restaurants that are destinations worth adding to any travel itinerary.

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Peter Minuit Buys Manhattan

Peter Minuit was the Director-General of the Dutch New World colony of New Netherland. Seeking to claim a legitimate title to the land the colony desired to rule

In Lyon’s network of hidden passageways, footfalls of the past

In the Croix-Rousse district of Lyon, residential buildings tower over the city, narrow gaps between them revealing slivers of the Rhône River flowing below, carving through the pastel-hued landscape

Four 'dream jobs' for people who love to travel

CNBC Travel spoke with people from four industries about occupations where working from home, or an office for that matter, isn't an option

Plane ticket prices at highest in seven years, airlines face staffing shortages

Oil prices are driving up the cost of plane tickets, how airlines are dealing with staffing shortages, and how travel is rebounding

Norway Set For Cruise Travel Record In 2022

Four million cruise passengers are expected to visit Norway during 2022 on more cruise ships than ever before.

'Revenge Travel' Could Be Affecting Disney Parks Tourism as Large Crowds Continue - WDW News Today

With revenge travel, tourists are booking more vacations and spending more on lavish experiences as COVID-19 vaccines roll out and borders open.

VILLNOSS, ITALY: THE NEWEST SLOW FOOD TRAVEL DESTINATION - Slow Food International

On the 28th of May, Villnoss Valley will become the newest Slow Food Travel destination, the first in Alto Adige / Sud Tyrol province of Italy

How Los Angeles Has Changed (in a Good Way)

The city has a lot more to offer than the obvious, with new genre-bending restaurants and bars, and happenings galore. Its comeback story is well underway.

The best things to do in Dubrovnik

Its city walls are unmissable for Game of Thrones fans particularly but Dubrovnik offers so much besides. Here are our top picks.

8 Ways to Experience America's National Parks After Dark

Once the crowds depart, the after-party adventures begin. Here's what to do in some of our favorite national parks after dark.

Alaska cruise deal alert: 5 amazing deals to book now for prime summer travel

Find peak-season Alaska cruises this summer for $600 per person in an ocean-view or balcony cabin.

You can get unlimited summer travel for $9.50 in this European country

Germany will introduce a 9 euro travel pass for summer 2022, meaning you can have unlimited travel across the country for a month for just $9.50

This May Be The Most Scenic Train Trip In The U.S.

These Alaska Railroad summer routes will whet your appetite for a trip to the Last Frontier, plus what to know about flagstop service and more.

Hilton Opens First All-Inclusive in Tulum, Mexico

While Tulum may be known more for its eclectic small inns and boutique hotels, it's quietly becoming an all-inclusive destination.

Most Common Travel Accidents

Some of the most common travel accidents that happen on day to day basis as reported by our customers. Information about how to avoid common travel accidents while traveling abroad.

Quick points: Get compensation when you're walked from a hotel

If you show up at a hotel with a reservation but the hotel is oversold, you may be eligible for compensation. Here's everything you need to know.

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Wallethub Report: Best summer travel destinations

Personal finance website Wallethub has released a report on the best summer travel destinations. The report surveys 100 domestic travel destinations

The Deaths of Bonnie and Clyde

Bonnie Elizabeth Parker and Clyde Barrow, better known as "Bonnie and Clyde" share the same date of death: May 23, 1934. On that day, the notorious outlaws were ambushed and killed by Texas and Louisiana law enforcement in Bienville Parish, Louisiana. The two lovers criss-crossed the Central and Southern United States during the Great Depression robbing banks and gas stations with a small gang of relatives and others. Their exploits were known nationwide and later made famous by

Cheaper ticket to ride makes German summer train travel more accessible

From June 1 to Aug. 31, a new form of ticket will be available at a cost of just 9 euros. It will allow travel over the course of one calendar month

The Most Beautiful Place in Each U.S. State

From magical desert mesas to jade forests, Mother Nature was generous with America. Here's a list of the most beautiful place in each U.S. state.

Hotel chains and resorts look to all-inclusive models for travel simplicity

All-inclusive offerings are attractive to travelers in 2022, as paying for the bulk of travel expenses at once makes it easier to budget.

U.S. Leisure Travel Back at Pre-Pandemic Levels

People are heading off on vacation, despite a surge in cases and average airfares jumping 18% globally since the start of the year

Travel Warning: Inkeepers Laws Can Cost You – Just Ask This Marriott Guest

When almost $9,000 in luggage vanished, you'd think the world's biggest hotel chain would reimburse its guest. You would be wrong.

Meet the Activists Reshaping the Travel Industry for the Better

Whether it's pushing for representation or increased diversity, these activists are paving the way for a more inclusive travel industry.

This Small Florida City Has More Canals Than Venice

The small Florida city has more canals than anywhere else in the world — including Venice. That's why it's known by locals as "Waterfront Wonderland."

International travel is heating up. Here's where Americans are going this summer

This summer, Americans are eager to visit great destination cities across Europe and the U.S.

Useful Tips for Family Travel on a Budget

Enjoy a family vacation without breaking the bank! We share low-cost tips to save money on transportation, food and more.

U.S. airline bookings dropped 17% in April as flights got even more expensive

Domestic fares continued to surpass 2019 levels due to a rebound in demand and more expensive fuel this year.

Try the Grand Canyon’s cooler, quieter North Rim to escape the crowds

The majority of the millions of people who visit Grand Canyon National Park every year head to the larger, busier South Rim. It’s no surprise

Is it time to book that bucket list cruise or is your destination still closed to ships?

Discover which bucket list destinations are welcoming cruisers with open arms this year, and which travel dreams you’ll have to defer until next year…or later.

Cruiseline Windstar reports highest bookings since start of pandemic

Small ship cruise line Windstar Cruises has just announced its highest-grossing week of cruise sales since the start of the pandemic

The First Council of Nicaea

Roman Emperor Constantine wanted to unify the Roman empire. His plan depended in part on unifying the emerging Christian religion

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Fodor's Survey: The 5 Most Overrated Tourist Attractions in the World

In Fodor's Summer Travel Survey, readers revealed the most overrated tourist attraction. And Disney Theme Parks was at the very top of the list.

Saving on travel: How to avoid unexpected, expensive airline fees

From gas to groceries, with prices on everything inching higher and higher, we still want to find ways to get away for a bargain. The problem is, just when you think you found a deal on a flight, you realize the price doesn't include those annoying fees -- everything from checked bags to selecting a seat.

A travel writer's guide to eating your way through Las Vegas

We've got crispy chicken skins, maple and pork doughnuts and delicious hand-pulled noodles

This Business Class-only Airline Is Launching Flights From NYC to Italy Just in Time for Summer Travel

La Compagnie will fly direct routes from New York City to Milan five days a week starting Apr. 15, 2022.

How to get around Malta

Compact Malta is easy to navigate when you know how. Here's your guide to getting around all three islands on both land and sea.

Introducing city kids to nature in the hinterlands of Sardinia

For many people around the world, Sardinia is synonymous with spiagge, the powdery beaches on the Emerald Coast. First developed in the 1960s, this glitzy destination in the island’s northeast

Here are the best things to do on your next trip to England

A return trip to England after several years away brings great joy to Anglophile travelers. We realized we have not only dearly missed the people and places we love across the pond, but we also find deeper appreciation for this destination.

Looking For A Summer Destination? Try Massachusetts' Nantucket Island

Nantucket is famous for having some of the most unique and well-preserved historic architecture in New England.

The Most Beautiful Place in Each U.S. State

From magical desert mesas to jade forests, Mother Nature was generous with America. Here's a list of the most beautiful place in each U.S. state.

For the first time since the pandemic, leisure and business flights surpass 2019 levels

Global leisure and business flights topped pre-pandemic levels for the first time this spring, despite rising costs and geopolitical uncertainty.

6 Caribbean vacations that check every travel style

With its sun, sea and slower pace, the Caribbean beckons travelers looking for an escape from daily life. It’s easier to forget about your job, your commute or your next parent-teacher conference when you’re lazing on a tropical beach.

How the pandemic has changed hotel breakfasts

Hotel breakfasts aren’t what they used to be. The pandemic has changed them, sometimes making them better, sometimes making them more expensive and sometimes making them vanish

Travel: Birds of a feather sail together on theme cruises

Are you a big fan of New Kids on the Block, Flogging Molly, The Love Boat or The Golden Girls? There's a special theme cruise for people like you.

Caribbean cruise guide: Best itineraries, planning tips and things to do

A Caribbean cruise is a relaxing getaway, but how do you know when to go, which cruise line to choose and which ports are best for your travel style?

Here's exactly when to book a hotel to get the best deal

Forget planning your vacation months in advance, the best time to book a hotel room might be only 15 days before your trip, a 2021 NerdWallet study finds.

Easy, breezy, bundles: Hotel chains and resorts look to all-inclusive models for travel simplicity

All-inclusive offerings are attractive to travelers in 2022, as paying for the bulk of travel expenses at once makes it easier to budget.

Getting the World Clean, One Recycled Bar of Soap at a Time

Meet Shawn Seipler, the founder of Clean the World. The nonprofit recycles partially used soap left behind from hotel guests for those in need.

Lawrence of Arabia Dies

Lieutenant-Colonel Thomas Edward Lawrence, better known as "Lawrence of Arabia" died on this day in 1935 at the age of 46 from a motorcycle accident near Dorset, England

SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS APPOINTS AVIAREPS FOR REPRESENTATION IN NORTH AMERICA

South African Airways (SAA), the national carrier of South Africa, has appointed AVIAWORLD (AVIAREPS JV), a global leader in tourism and airline representation, as its general sales agent in North America

The Best Times to Cruise to Alaska

Plan your bucket list adventure to explore the extraordinary beauty of the 49th state.

VIA RAIL MAINTAINS ITS TITLE AS THE MOST TRUSTED TRANSPORTATION COMPANY

VIA Rail Canada (VIA Rail) is proud to remain the most trusted transportation company in Canada for the fourth consecutive year according to the 2022 Gustavson Brand Trust Index (GBTI), published by the University of Victoria’s Gustavson School of Business.

EXPLORA JOURNEYS ANNOUNCES TWO NEW GROUP BOOKING PROGRAMS

Explora Journeys, the new luxury lifestyle travel brand of the MSC Group, today announced two new group programs for travel advisors called ‘Journey Together’ and ‘Journey Together +’

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US to relax some Trump-era sanctions on Cuba

The United States will ease some of the Trump-era restrictions on Cuba, the Biden Administration, in line with campaign promises, announced on

Japan to reopen to tourists for first time in 2 years with a "test tourism" program

The Japan Tourism Agency has determined to conduct a "test tourism" program in May prior to a full opening to travelers. Small group

United to resume their 777's to service

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has cleared United Airlines for the return of 52 Boeing 777s grounded after an engine failure in February

5 Creative Ideas That Saved Hospitality, Travel And Benefit Consumers

Hotels and restaurants became super creative in the past two years at finding ways to keep their businesses running and some of the more innovative ideas are being continued. Here are five clever ideas that we consumers are benefiting from

On Safari in the Transylvanian Alps, Where Bison Roam Once More

In Europe, "rewilding" is aiding the reintroduction of key animal species, including bison, which visitors can track in the forests and meadows of western Romania.

Everything you need to know about Nice before you hit the French Riviera

The queen of the French Riviera, Nice drips elegance and panache. Here are some things to know before you arrive to help you fit in with the glitterati.

Travel Guide To Cairns: The Gateway To The Great Barrier Reef

The Great Barrier Reef is one of nature's finest handwriting. And if Cairns is the gateway, a travel guide must be a close companion

150 Years of Yellowstone

Signed into law by President Ulysses S. Grant, America's first national park was set aside to preserve and protect the scenery, cultural heritage, wildlife, geologic and ecological systems

Birding Around the World: A Beginner's Guide

From birding trips, to testimony from birders, to learning to bird in the city, to gear recommendations, here's everything you need to start birding.

7 business class travel tips and tricks from one first-timer to another

If you're soon to embark on your first international business-class trip, here are seven business-class travel tips and tricks you should know – and that were new to me on my recent transatlantic flight.

7 New NYC Hotels to Get Excited About

New York's revival includes exciting hotel openings, like the Casa Cipriani in the Financial District, an Ace Hotel in Brooklyn, and a reimagined Park Lane Hotel.

China Eastern Airlines crash that killed 132 may have been intentional

The Chinese airliner that crashed into a mountain in March was put into a near-vertical nosedive by someone in the cockpit, The Wall Street Journal reported Tuesday

A severe pilot shortage in the U.S. leaves airlines scrambling for solutions

The U.S. is facing its worst pilot shortage in recent memory, forcing airlines to cut flights just as travelers are returning after more than two years of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Search ends for woman who fell from cruise ship in Alaska's Inside Passage

The search was conducted by boat and a helicopter in the waters near Eldred Rock in Lynn Canal, about 20 miles west of Juneau.

Cruise lines cap ship capacity, close restaurants due to crew shortages

Two Carnival Corporation brands are suffering from crew shortages, but the reasons the lines cite for the lack of extra hands on deck couldn't be more different.

Disney Cruise Line Requiring Fully Vaccinated Guests to Provide Own COVID-19 Test

Disney Cruise Line has updated their COVID-19 testing requirements for all sailings departing the U.S.A. or Canada on or after June 7

This Hotel on a Charming Island in Florida Was Just Named the Quietest in the U.S.

Does your dream vacation involve plenty of peace and quiet? We've got just the spot for you.

CDC: Africa tourism favorite now at 'high' risk for Covid-19

The CDC placed the popular African destination, along with three other spots, in the "high" Covid-19 risk category for travelers on Monday.

American Cruise Lines Opens 2022 Columbia & Snake Rivers Cruise Season

American Cruise Lines announced today that the 2022 river cruise season on the Columbia and Snake Rivers has begun. In April, American celebrated the ...

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The Eruption of Mount St. Helens

Mount St. Helens had been largely quiet since the late 1850's. Some minor explosions occurred in the early part of the 20th century but were quickly forgotten by all but

Rick Steves Just Told Us Everything You Need to Know About Traveling to Europe This Summer

"Be out early, be out late. Go to the less-famous places, and treat them like the famous places."

U.S. lifts some restrictions on Cuba, including limits on travel and remittances

The changes, the most significant in U.S.-Cuba policy since Joe Biden took office, come after a lengthy policy review.

Why did Priceline advertise this resort as an all-inclusive hotel?

What if your all all-inclusive hotel is only half-inclusive? If you're booking through Priceline, as Michael O'Connor was, you can ask for clarification -- and if you can't get it, you can ask our advocacy team for help.

Japan is testing a return to tourism

The Japan Tourism Agency announced on Tuesday, May 17 that it would start allowing small group tours in May as part of a test trial before the country fully reopens to foreign visitors.

Here are 5 active trip ideas for 50+ travelers

People 50 and up run the gamut from sedative to weekend warrior. From national parks to bike tours, these vacations will keep you moving.

The 8 best places to go in Belgium

From accessible nature breaks to delicacies like fries and chocolate, medieval towns to trendsetting art scenes, there's something for everyone in Belgium.

The world's best new cruise destinations you can now explore

With cruising making a confident rebound and nearly every region on the planet once again open to cruise travellers, there are plenty of exciting new destinations to explore by ship.

How long-haul travel will change post-Covid

Airlines are rethinking long-haul travel as passengers cautiously return to flying. What's likely to change?

Aman New York, the city's most highly anticipated hotel, will finally open in August

Aman New York will open on Aug. 2 and it's set to be one of the most luxurious hotels in New York City.

7 Key Things To Consider If You Dream Of Traveling Full-Time

I had planned to travel for 3 to 6 months and then return to real life. Instead, I fell in love with full-time travel. Here are the key ways to afford it.

What You Need to Know Before Winetasting in Napa Valley

From opening hours to how to get around, here's what you need to know before you go winetasting in Napa Valley

Business Travel Resumes, Though Not at Its Former Pace

Domestic travel has returned faster than international. And some destinations like Las Vegas are rebounding more quickly than big cities like New York.

26 cruise secrets from a cruising expert that will blow your mind

TPG cruise editor Gene Sloan offers his insider secrets to cruising and cruise ships.

JetBlue launches hostile takeover bid for Spirit Airlines

Countering an earlier rejection by Spirit Airlines of an offer to buy Spirit, JetBlue has launched a hostile takeover bid to motivate shareholders

American Airlines expanding service to Dublin, Ireland

Taking advantage of the surge in demand, American Airlines is dramatically increasing its service to Dublin, Ireland with new flights

Brown v. Board of Education

On this day in 1954, the United States Supreme Court handed down the decision in the landmark case of Brown v. Board of Education. Earlier case law

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The First Academy Awards

On Tuesday, May 16th, 1929, Hollywood celebrated the first Academy Awards ceremony at the Hotel Roosevelt in Hollywood. Actor Douglas Fairbanks and director William C. DeMille hosted

Collette’s Dreamin’ about a New Tour in California

This brand new tour offers fine wine, local tastes, and magnificent views to last a lifetime

Returning to Istanbul, a Place of Competing Identities

When Aatish Taseer first traveled to the Turkish city, he was closeted and just beginning his writing career. This time, he explores revolutions personal and political.

This Caribbean Island Has Beautiful Beaches, Charming Hotels, and Incredible Scuba Diving

St. Croix, part of the U.S. Virgin Islands, is the perfect combination of cosmopolitan St. Thomas and eco-focused St. John, offering something for every type of traveler.

On Cape Cod Bay, a family vacation for the ages — all of them

Put 10 related individuals into a rental house, and you’ll get 10 different opinions about what to eat, where to go, how to spend the day and how to spend money.

Why the Mornington Peninsula is the Perfect Place for Your Next Golf Trip

A golf trip is a coveted event. For lovers of the game, there’s nothing like gathering up the gang and hacking around a new course in a distant land. As an addict of the sport, I’ve attended several getaways

Royal Caribbean exec: Icon of the Seas will be bigger than Oasis Class

Will Royal Caribbean's new Icon Class cruise ships be the largest in the world? When Royal Caribbean announced plans for a new class of cruise ship

Great Lakes cruise guide: Best itineraries, planning tips and things to do

The Great Lakes is a growing cruise destination that offers a surprisingly wide variety of itineraries.

Southwest is changing its in-flight experiences: 5 things coming this year and next

The most obvious change will be the addition of USB power portals at every seat, but Southwest Airlines customers may feel several other changes, too.

Hotel Near Louis XIV's Famed Palace Opening This Spring

The hotel will open in Versailles this spring and will feature 14 suites, a restaurant owned by a Michelin star chef, and a stunning pool.

14 of the best all-inclusive hotels in Turkey

Great service, value for money, striking scenery and world-class cuisine come together in Turkey, where you can find a hotel for every taste and budget.

What Happens if You Get COVID While Traveling Abroad? Let Me Tell You - It Happened to Me

After testing positive for COVID while in Europe, AFAR editor in chief Julia Cosgrove offers tips on what to expect and how best to prepare.

Revenge travel: How vacation vengeance became a thing

After years of being sequestered by Covid, some people are planning to settle their score with the virus by splurging on epic getaways and coining the phrase "revenge travel." Here's what that actually means.

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Here come the guests – Wedding travel on an upward but pricey trend

A recently released Priceline "Wedding Travel Report" indicates travel for weddings will surge this year as people make up for two years

Spending on US air travel drops $1B in April as prices rise

Online spending was still 23% higher compared with April 2019, however, bookings were only up 5%. The wide gap, according to Adobe, underscores how consumers have been shelling out "considerably more for the same amount of service."

In Rome, New Food and Old Sites Beckon

The Eternal City continues to live up to its name, thanks to some long-awaited reopenings and a crop of new restaurants and cultural spots all over town.

In Barcelona, a New Hotel and Hub for Creative Types

Plus: eerie fashion photography, a piercing studio and more recommendations from T Magazine.

Traveling with older loved ones? Keep these tips in mind.

Mature travelers are itching to get back out and travel again. According to AARP’s 2022 Travel Trends report, 66 percent of people over age 70 anticipate traveling this year.

This City on Florida's 'Forgotten Coast' Has a 9-mile Waterfront Trail and Stunning White-sand Beaches

Set on Florida's Gulf Coast, Cape San Blas is home to a lighthouse, aquatic preserve, and plenty of wildlife and it's one of the top U.S. summer destinations

Flights Canceled As Jamaican Air Traffic Controllers Walkout

Air Traffic Controllers in Jamaica went on strike for several hours on Thursday, resulting in the cancellation of dozens of flights. Various flights

TSA prepares for summer travel demand and higher passenger volumes

he Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is prepared for a busy summer travel season with anticipated passenger volumes that will match and may occasionally exceed those of 2019

The Italian place where you don't eat 'Italian' food

Like everywhere in Italy, Lake Trasimeno, in Umbria, has a rich food tradition. But it's one that's far from what outsiders might consider Italian food thanks to traditions dating back 2,500 years.

The Best Cruise Lines for Solo Travelers

These lines offer plush single cabins, discounts for solo travelers, and more. Here's our guide to booking solo cruises.

Hotel hiring picks up in the US, but that doesn't mean daily housekeeping is coming back

U.S. hotels are bringing back workers at higher levels these days, but travelers shouldn't expect understaffing problems to suddenly go away

The 18 best things to do in Malta and Gozo

From art and culture in Valletta to kayaking the coast of Gozo and things to do as a family, here are the best activities and experiences in Malta.

The Travel Institute and AmaWaterways announce new bonus commission for certified graduates

The Travel Institute and AmaWaterways have launched a new, additional $50 bonus commission for all travel professionals who successfully graduate with their CTA, CTC, or CTIE in 2022 and subsequently book and deposit a new AmaWaterways river cruise

Mexico’s Hottest Resort Towns Struggle With Covid Travel Boom

Growth in Cancún and Tulum highlights the country’s jump to the top of the global destination charts. Some question

What is Puy du Fou? Meet the European theme park coming to the US for the first time

The immersive, history-inspired show is the first U.S. production for this France-based entertainment company. Here's what you can expect.

11 injured after Viking Aegir strikes railway bridge in Slovakia

11 people were slightly injured in a night accident of the river cruise ship Viking Aegir on the Danube, which crashed into the pillar of a railway bridge near Komarno Slovakia on Friday, May 6. The cause of the accident was probably a sudden health problem of the captain of the vessel, the Slovak Ministry of Transport announced.

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The First FM Radio Station

On May 13, 1939, WDRC signed on to the air on FM radio bandwidth, the first commercial FM radio station. Unlike AM radio frequencies

Airbnb wants to get the world traveling again

Airbnb's new updates are meant to bring enterprise-grade infrastructure to a vast community of individual hosts.

Airline fares surge 18.6% in April as travel demand picks up

After two years of pandemic-related travel restrictions, a wave of re-openings has spurred a surge in demand for plane travel.

European Union will drop its mask mandate for flights and airports

A multicountry mask mandate for European airplanes and airports will lift next week

Passenger Satisfaction with North American airlines declines

Higher prices, delays, cancellations and bigger crowds are taking a toll on the satisfaction rating passengers assign their airlines

New Zealand sets date for travel re-opening, lifting of cruise ship ban

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern of New Zealand said on Wednesday the nation will reopen its international borders on July 31 at 11:59 PM. Cruise ships

Simone Biles to be Celebrity Beyond's godmother

Seven-time Olympic medalist and 19-time World Champion gymnast Simone Biles has just landed another very special title to her decorated

Read the Fine Print When Buying Travel Insurance

With flights filling up again and becoming more expensive, many travelers may be considering travel insurance, but NBC4 Responds has a warning.

Luxe for less! 6 tips to enjoy luxury travel on a budget

Luxe for less! 6 tips to enjoy luxury travel on a budget

The Sustainable Travel Guide to Colorado’s Best Summer Adventures

Wherever you explore, summer adventures shine brighter when we do our part to travel sustainably and responsibly

20 unique museums for your bucket list

To mark International Museum Day 2022 we highlight some of our favorite establishments with world class collections.

Carnival CEO on summer travel season: Prices are up but people are 'having a great time'

Carnival CEO Arnold Donald chats with Yahoo Finance Live about the outlook for summer travel in an inflationary environment.

Worried about getting stuck overseas on your next trip? This cruise line thinks it has the answer

Holland America is doubling down on longer cruises out of U.S. ports that don't require passengers to take an overseas flight.

A Woman Alone in Oman: Three Weeks Along the Arabian Coast

In December, a photographer set off on a 2,600-mile road trip, traveling from the Yemeni border to the Strait of Hormuz. Here’s what she saw.

Families will flip for these 10 themed hotel suites

With immersive designs that kids will love, these themed hotel suites are more than just a place to rest your head during your vacation.

Florence Nightingale is born

The pioneer of modern nursing was born on this day in 1820. Florence Nightingale was born into privileged English society. Early in her life, she felt called into the profession

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This Travel Trend Has Seen the Most Growth in the Last 2 Years

According to Google's 2022 travel report, inquiries for glamping started in 2020 and have stayed strong through 2022.

5 questions Americans should ask before traveling to Europe this summer

From passport validity to face masks and vaccination certificates, here are some factors to consider before flying to Europe this summer.

Tui more than halves losses as it predicts a strong travel summer

Bookings reach 85% of levels seen for summer of 2019 as industry bounces back from Covid pandemic

Memorial Day weekend start of busy summer travel season just 3 weeks away

Just three weeks to go until the summer travel season kicks off with what's sure to be a busy Memorial Day weekend. Booking sites are seeing travelers planning trips like they haven't in a few years.

Tuscany's 'unattractive', unmissable town

In the 1800s, Livorno boasted Italy's top seaside resorts and most famous guests. These days, it's largely ignored - and tourists are missing out on a vibrant city full of surprises.

Why post-pandemic travelers are going to flock to boutique hotels

When a place to sleep becomes the experience and the destination.

These Efforts in the Maldives Are Making Tourism More Sustainable

Recycling, coral restoration, and a plastic ban are all among the efforts being undertaken across the Indian Ocean islands.

Amazing Summer Trips with Kids at Every Age

Whether you're traveling with toddlers or teenagers, these are 16 of our favorite family vacation ideas for kids at every age, including itineraries and family-friendly hotels for summer 2022 and beyond.

My 12 First Impressions of Viking's New Expedition Ship, Viking Octantis

Adding to its lineup of ocean and river vessels, Viking recently introduced the first of its expedition ships. Viking Octantis started sailing from Antarctica

5 things to love about Azamara Onward, the new cruise ship from upscale line Azamara

Azamara's new Azamara Onward is an intimate, upscale cruise vessel that can take you to some of the world's most spectacular destinations at a reasonable price.

This Montego Bay, Jamaica Resort Is Now a Boutique All-Inclusive

One of the coolest new resorts in Jamaica has made a big change: it's now offering all-inclusive vacations.

Cruises are smashing records despite covid on board: ‘Life goes on’

Nearly a year after sailings from North America restarted, three of the world’s largest cruise lines will have their full fleets in service as of next week. And some cruise giants have reported record-breaking bookings.

Which is the best airline in the US? Depends on the class.

See where your favorite airline ranks among J.D. Power's best North American airlines for 2022.

Traveling by train in Europe this summer? Here's 7 things you need to know

This summer promises to be an exciting one for travelers exploring Europe. With the vast majority of COVID-era restrictions lifted, for the first time in two summers the continent feels open and ready for visitors

Tourist Traps Among Biggest Travel Nightmares for U.S. Consumers

Leading travel booking platform GetYourGuide.com, announced today the results of a new survey aimed at uncovering what 'unforgettable' experiences

ValuJet Flight 592

On May 11, 1996, technicians for the SabreTech corporation loaded cases of oxygen canisters aboard low-cost carrier ValuJet's flight 592 from Miami to Hartsfield Atlanta International Airport in Atlanta

VIA Rail – Zero-Waste Train is on its way

VIA Rail is transforming into a vehicle for change in Canada! On April 19th, we reached another milestone towards that objective as we unveiled our five-year sustainability plan

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Republic Airlines requests exemption from 1,500 hour pilot training rule

Regional airline carrier Republic Airways, operating American Eagle, Delta Connection, and United Express regional flights, has requested the DOT

Simone Biles to be Celebrity Beyond's godmother

Seven-time Olympic medalist and 19-time World Champion gymnast Simone Biles has just landed another very special title to her decorated ...

CDC adds a Caribbean getaway to its 'high' risk travel category

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention added just one destination -- the British Virgin Islands -- to its high risk level for Covid-19 on Monday.

Mardin: Turkey's ancient treasure trove

Deep in southeastern Turkey, the beautiful city of Mardin reflects thousands of years of history in the majestic architecture of its old buildings.

2 Travel Agents Who Adored Resort IDd as Bahamas Victims

A day before her body was discovered in a villa, Robbie Phillips took to Facebook to sing the praises of her resort.

Airlines expect travel will rebound to pre-Covid levels in 2023

'We are seeing a strong recovery, and I think that recovery will gather momentum'

The Cruise Comeback: Re-framing the Value Proposition of Cruise Travel Once Again

Travel rewards providers can continue to deliver value to customers while safeguarding the cruise industry by bolstering loyalty initiatives.

American Express Will Let You Cancel Your Flight for Any Reason & Refund You

American Express is rolling out a new feature with Amex Travel that lets you cancel your flight for any reason and receive up to a 75% reimbursement on non-refundable flights.

Where do the Italians go on holiday? 10 hidden gems

From Abruzzo to Veneto, glorious but lesser-known beauty spots beloved by Italian holidaymakers

10 reasons you need to visit the stunning island of Madeira

Madeira is an island prized for its dazzling blue sea, lush green mountains and breathtaking landscapes. Spend a little time here and it's easy to see why it has been nicknamed the Pearl of the Atlantic. Get ready to enjoy this oasis.

How to Pick Your Perfect Honeymoon Destination

Two travel experts offers tips on how to pick your perfect honeymoon destination as well as s few locations to consider.

Why Porto Is the Ideal Getaway for Any Wine Lover

Visit the city and surrounding valley famous for fortified wine, where the Douro River meets the sea.

Viking completes its inaugural Great Lakes voyage

The Viking Octantis just completed its first Great Lakes voyage. The Octantis is the largest ship to cruise the Great Lakes. The 665-foot liner began

Top 10 hotels in the world and the US for 2022, according to Tripadvisor

The reviewers on Tripadvisor have weighed in for 2022. The top hotel in the world is a lush Central American retreat while the top US hotel is an elegant New York City urban getaway.

Hyatt Unveils the New "Inclusive Collection" adding over 50 luxury properties

Launching the newest collection focused on leisure demand, Hyatt Hotels Corporation yesterday announced the Inclusive Collection, a new global

J. Edgar Hoover

On May 10, 1924, President Calvin Coolidge appointed J. Edgar Hoover as the director of the Bureau of Investigation—predecessor to the FBI

Avanti Appoints Two New Regional Sales Directors; Michel Madjerich in Southeast, Darin Meder in Northeast

Custom FIT tour operator Avanti Destinations announced the appointment of two industry veterans as regional sales directors

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Cancun Braces For Worst Sargassum Seaweed Season In Five Years

The Mexican Caribbean's Sargassum Season Could Be The Worst One In Over Five Years According To New Statistics

Belize: What to Know Before You Go

This Central American destination is the adventure traveler’s dream, from its jungle-covered peaks to a coastline dotted with more than 450 islands

Safest, most dangerous destinations for LGBTQ travelers in 2022

Some countries quite accepting and some countries are really not accepting. The U.S. didn't crack the top 20. It ranked 24th safest.

Here's Why a River Cruise Is the Perfect Way to Ease Back Into European Travel

Aboard the AmaSiena, one writer returns to European travel with a cruise on Germany's Rhine River.

Interrail slashes price by fifty per cent to celebrate 50 years

Interrail has slashed the cost of its unlimited travel passes by 50 per cent - but you’ll have to get in quick.

United suspends 7 long-haul routes for June due to aircraft shortage

If you're flying United next month to Hawaii, Japan, Brazil or parts of Europe, listen up.

Hotels expand into Airbnb territory by offering private homes

Over the past few years, hotel chains have been venturing into the short-term rental market, a domain long dominated by peer-to-peer platforms

Police investigating after 3 Americans found dead at Bahamas hotel, 4th airlifted to hospital

Environmental health scientists, physicians and others were investigating to ensure there was not a public health hazard, officials said.

Travel news: Glass bridges, space hotels and a beautiful reunion after 23 years

In this week's travel news roundup, CNN Travel looks at space hotels through the ages, Sicily's new "Little America" and a new glass-bottomed bridge in Vietnam.

How Some Tourists are Ruining Hawaii Travel for Everyone

It just takes one person to wreck it for others. With some ugly details.

The Theft of the Crown Jewels

On May 9, 1671, a parson visited the Tower of London. 77 year old Talbot Edwards, the keeper of the jewels, was very fond of this parson, and hoped that his niece would someday

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ROYAL CARIBBEAN GROUP REPORTS FIRST QUARTER 2022

Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL) last week reported a first quarter 2022 net loss of $(1.2) billion and loss per share of $(4.58). The Group ...

This New Mexico City Has Relaxing Hot Springs, Beautiful Hiking Trails, and Luxury Hotels

Santa Fe is the perfect all-season destination — here's how to plan the perfect trip.

One euro home sell-off has created a 'Little America' in Italy

Sambuca in rural Sicily was among the first Italian towns to sell off old houses for next to nothing. Local officials say most of the buyers are from the US or elsewhere in North America.

Medical tourists are travelling the world in search of the elixir of life

There have always been charlatans offering a cure for ageing, and cheap travel and lax laws have made it even easier for them, says author Peter Ward

Discover Spain's unsung food capitals: 11 culinary cities worth the trip - Lonely Planet

Zesty olive oils, boat-fresh seafood, one-of-a-kind sherries, herb-infused cheeses, some of Andalucia's most irresistible tapas this is just a taste

Expedition cruises put a new spin on luxury at sea

Forget infinity pools, couples’ massages and karaoke lounges; the newest luxury ships are all about scientific discovery. Rather than stopping at the usual crowded European and Caribbean ports, expedition ships

Please Don't Call The New Explora Journeys A Cruise Line

This new luxury endeavor is geared to connect you to the ocean and your environment and more.

Virgin Atlantic flight turns back after realizing pilot hadn't completed 'final assessment' flight

A Virgin Atlantic flight had to turn back about 40 minutes after taking off from London Heathrow Airport this week when the airline realized that one of the pilots

7 reasons why your next family vacation should be a train trip

Skip the hassle of crowded airports this year and discover the benefits of train travel for your next family vacation.

This Hotel's New, Open-air Dome in the Middle of Peru's Sacred Valley Has Stunning 360-degree Views

Las Qolqas Eco-Resort & Spa is one of the newest hotels in Peru's iconic Sacred Valley near Machu Picchu.

21 Best All-inclusive Resorts in the USA for 2022

Are you looking for the best all-inclusive resorts in the USA? From Florida to Vermont these are the top all-inclusive resorts in the United States.

U.S. State Department Updates Major Changes To Mexico Travel Advisories

The U.S. State Department has made major changes to its Mexico travel advisories as U.S. tourists return to Mexico in large numbers.

Beyond Times Square Launches 2022 VIP New Year’s Eve Gala in Times Square

Beyond Times Square (BTSQ), a New York City-based destination management company with a 19-year history of delivering tailormade, luxury travel programs announces the launch of their 2022 VIP New Year’s Eve Gala in Times Square

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The Chunnel Opens

On May 6, 1994, the tunnel from Folkestone, Kent, England to Coquelles, Pas-de-Calais, France opened for business. Passing under the English Channel, the Chunnel,

Airlines and travel industry associations urge end to COVID testing to enter U.S.

The U.S. Travel Association and other signatories sent a letter to the White House Coronavirus Response Coordinator requesting the end of pre-departure

Your next golf trip to Ireland: Why you should consider these 15 hidden gems

The time to book your next golf trip to Ireland is now, and these hidden gems at Ireland should be included in any itinerary.

List of EU Travel Destinations That Still Require Tourists to Wear a Mask

At present, the majority of EU and EEA countries have abolished their preventive measures

How to Make Friends While Traveling Alone

You can make new friends on vacation without resorting to a hostel full of drunk students.

Carnival Cruise Line’s entire fleet back in service

With the departure of Carnival Splendor from the Port of Seattle, Carnival Cruise Line celebrates the restart of its entire fleet

United Airlines Resumes Flights between San Francisco and Melbourne

Starting this June, United will be the only U.S. carrier to offer nonstop service between Melbourne and the United States United announced this

Visitor sues Hawaii hotel after beach recommendation

Imagine you're a hotel worker, and a visitor asks you to recommend a good beach to go to as a family. If that visitor is injured at the beach you recommended, can you or the hotel be held responsible for those injuries?

12 Best Tropical Vacations in the U.S. for Stunning Islands, Charming Beach Towns, and Beautiful Resorts

From Florida to South Carolina, these U.S. destinations prove you don't need to travel far for a tropical vacation.

FAA to increase Florida air traffic controllers, work with airlines

Airlines have ramped up capacity beyond 2019 levels at several major Florida airports.

Airbnb beats estimates with 70% revenue growth as travel rebounds

Airbnb said it's seen substantial growth in bookings despite pandemic concerns, macroeconomic headwinds and the war in Ukraine.

AAA early travel forecast

Although its official summer travel forecast won't be out until next week, AAA is providing some early insight for customers

6 truths and myths about 'cancel for any reason' travel insurance

Cancel for any reason travel insurance has become popular during the pandemic. But are the added costs worth it?

Save on Hawaii Travel Even as Demand Soars

When deciding where to travel this summer, Hawaii checks all the boxes for many tourists. The islands’ lush, tropical landscape

Business travel will fully recover by the end of the year, Hilton CFO says

Hilton Worldwide (HLT) is seeing tailwinds going into the summer as consumers spend more on leisure travel amid a waning pandemic.

In Italy’s Dolomite mountains, a peak experience for hikers

My first encounter with Italy’s famous “three peaks” — the Tre Cime di Lavaredo — was in a traffic circle. In the picturesque town of Dobbiaco/Toblach, three small painted sculptures

What It's Like to Fly from the U.S. to Europe on Play, Iceland's New Budget Airline

We rode Play's inaugural flight out of the US to Iceland. Here's what to expect aboard the budget airline.

Discover Portugal's enchanting Douro River on a wine-filled cruise

Relax and indulge as your explore stunning Porto, Pinhao and Barca d'Alva on Country Living's autumn Douro River cruise

Cruises Return to the Port of Toronto for First Time in Two Years

Great Lakes cruises have returned to the Port of Toronto, Canada for the first time in two years with the Viking Octantis.

Cinco de Mayo

Cinco de Mayo ("5th of May") commemorates the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862 – a victory of Mexican forces led by General Ignacio Zaragoza Seguín over the French

Collette Launches “Share Your Travel Moment” Giveaway on Facebook in Honor of Travel Advisor Appreciation Day

Collette, global tour operator, launches a “Share Your Travel Moment” giveaway for travel advisors, in honor of travel advisor appreciation month.

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'I did not feel safe': Carnival Cruise overwhelmed with COVID cases, passengers say

Passengers on a Carnival Cruise Ship that docked Tuesday in Seattle say more than 100 people aboard the ship tested positive for COVID-19, and the ship was overwhelmed.

I'm a travel writer who moved to Rome 20 years ago from the US. Here's my ultimate guide to the city.

A complete travel guide to Rome, Italy, includes the best places to stay and eat, incredible things to do, and more, all according to a local.

CDC reiterates recommendation for masks on public transportation

The CDC on Tuesday reiterated its recommendation to wear masks on planes, trains, and buses. A court ruling last month struck down a national ...

Adventures by Disney Announces the Return of Private Adventures in 2023 and New Sicily and British Isles Vacations

Adventures by Disney this week announced new 2023 itineraries, including programs to Sicily and the British Isles. Their Private Adventures program

Mexico's best under-the-radar beaches

Nearly 6,000 miles of coastline fringe Mexico on its east, west and south, stretching from the Caribbean Sea to the Pacific Ocean.

Along Mexico’s Pacific Coast, riding a wave of nostalgia

Spectacular scenery is not limited to the beach. At the top of San Basilio Hill, the ruins of a 1770 fort, La Contaduría, command a striking view

The Outside Guide to Responsible Wildlife Travel

Wildlife adventures can do wonders for conservation but the wrong tours put animals at risk.

Octantis cruise ship draws admirers in Detroit

The ship, on its inaugural voyage through the St. Lawrence Seaway, made its way down the Detroit River for its first port of call in Michigan.

What are the largest cruise ships in the world?

What is the biggest cruise ship in the world? Here's a quick rundown of 10 of the world's biggest cruise ships by gross registered tons and maximum passenger capacity.

Air Travel Shouldn't Become the Next Culture War

As more countries lift pandemic-related travel restrictions, international travel has seen a resurgence and sets the stage for a standoff

These are the airlines giving customers more time to use travel vouchers

Delta and United are setting the lead in giving customers through 2023 to use their travel vouchers, while American, Alaska and Southwest have done away with their extensions.

The best new hotels in the world: 2022 Hot List

The most exciting new hotel, B&B and resort openings, including all the fresh-faced hotels we’d plan a trip around, right across the globe, from Australasia to Europe

This Brand-new All-inclusive Hotel in Tulum Is Right on the Beach — and Every Suite Has a View of the Water

Hilton's first all-inclusive outpost in the popular Mexican region opens May 12

SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS FINALIZING TICKET REFUND PROCESS FROM COVID-19 PANDEMIC IN NORTH AMERICA

South African Airways (SAA) is nearing completion of processing ticket refund requests for customer whose travel plans were impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and resulting flight cancellations, border closures and various travel restrictions

Collette Resumes Paid Employee Volunteer Program

Dan Sullivan, CEO of the global tour operator Collette, today announced the resumption of the company’s employee volunteer program to assist local nonprofit organizations and the communities they serve

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The Kent State Shootings

On April 30, 1970, US President Richard Nixon announced the American invasion of Cambodia. Student demonstrators across the country began both peaceful and violent protests on the nation's campuses. At Kent State University in Ohio, the National Guard was called out to restore order

Why solo female travelers are joining group tours

Solo travel is typically associated with flexibility, and group tours are seen as rigid. So why are female solo travelers signing up for this style of travel?

Tampa Bay tourism is booming, despite rising travel costs (Video) | West Central Florida

Travel bookings are hitting levels in Tampa Bay never seen before and with just weeks to go until the peak summer travel season

The world's most dangerous road

A drive down Bolivia's infamous Death Road takes travelers into a world where two resources have provoked fascination, misunderstanding and controversy for centuries: coca and gold.

What happens if I get COVID-19 while traveling?

COVID-19 rules for travelers will vary depending on the destination

Mexico: CDC moves tourism hot spot out of 'high' risk level for Covid-19

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention lowered the Covid-19 travel risk for one of the most popular destinations in the Western Hemisphere on Monday.

How an open letter turned an 'aesthetic catastrophe' into an award-winning Taiwan tourist train

Taiwan's first-ever gourmet dining train has just hit the tracks -- and this stunning creation is earning fast fans not just for its food, but for its appearance, too.

Air travel trends on the move

Where are we heading from here, as the virus becomes endemic?

Travel is More Expensive Than Ever: 6 Things You Can Do (Besides Staying Home)

The cost of plane tickets and hotels are skyrocketing. But these savvy travel tips can still save you money.

What's Freaking Out American Travelers This Summer?

Between COVID, inflation, and the Russian War on Ukraine, many Americans are anxious about traveling. But what worries Americans most?

Europe Travel: 2 Low-Cost EU Airlines Launch New Routes To U.S.

Low-cost European airlines Play and French Bee are both launching new routes to the U.S. this summer and beyond good news for anyone looking to travel to a European hub.

Disneyland Hotel Pays $100k Settlement Over Bed Bug Lawsuit

Disneyland Hotel pays $100k settlement over bed bug lawsuit.

31 Shocking Secrets And Stories From People Who've Worked At Luxury Hotels

The largest checkout bill I've ever seen was roughly $2 million

Viking's cruise loyalty program

Does Viking Cruises have a loyalty program? Yes, but it's not like most other cruise line loyalty programs.

A 'full season' of sailing: Alaska cruising resumes after two pandemic-stunted years

The first cruise ship of the season has arrived in Alaska, marking the start of what officials expect to be a more robust travel year.

These meaningful Maui experiences will immerse you in Hawaiian culture

Maui vacationers can enjoy authentic and interesting hands-on cultural activities taught by respected local Hawaiian experts who share island history with guests.

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American Society of Travel Advisors Announces Staff Hires, Promotions

The American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA) is pleased to announce a number of recent hires and staff promotions intended grow its communications

The Oklahoma tornado outbreak

On May 3, 1999 a total of 66 tornadoes (by some counts 71) spawned in a single day in the state of Oklahoma

10 Stunning Hiking Trails and Great Walks for Your Next Trip to New Zealand

New Zealand's natural beauty is unparalleled. From its majestic mountains, lush rainforests, pristine lakes, and beaches, it's a place where Mother Nature truly shows off her best assets

Community organization sues over closure of Waipio Valley road

In February of this year, Hawaii County Mayor Mitch Roth closed the Waipio Valley Road to both pedestrian and vehicular traffic, for all but residents. Officials cited the hazardous conditions

15 Best Things to Do on Cape Cod

Planning a trip to the Cape this summer? Here are 15 of the best things to do in Cape Cod — from wine tasting to whale watching.

10 Most Popular Summer Travel Destinations This Year

Travel slowed down during the height of the pandemic, but people are booking trips again. Find out where people are going this summer.

Time to start planning your next big adventure

International travel is finally picking back up. Whether you're thinking about a cruise to Antarctica, a relaxing wellness retreat or an extravagant hotel getaway, it's time to start making plans for your own comeback tour.

11 Luxury Cruise Lines That Offer Stunning Suites, Fine Dining, and Exceptional Itineraries

If you're going to spend your vacation on a cruise ship, it may as well be one that will envelope you in luxury. After all, who wants to spend a holiday fending for themselves

Disney Cruise Lines Announces Exciting New 2023 Summer Itineraries

Disney Cruise Line has announced its 2023 summer schedule and its ships will be sailing all over - even to Europe for the first time.

Help! I Spent a Fortune for a Credit-Card Companion Pass But the Virus Wouldn't Quit

Are travelers missing out by not playing the credit-card game in search of first-class tickets? Our new Tripped Up columnist considers the fees and the benefits of two cards.

Airlines' summer challenge: Finding spare seats for travelers when things go wrong

Airline capacity is constrained by staffing and other issues this year.

Huge Las Vegas Strip Project Takes Over Doomed Former Hotel

It's a new development to rival Caesars and MGM's offerings, but does Las Vegas actually need it?

Hyatt's Dreams Brand Is Opening a New All-Inclusive in Cozumel

A new Dreams resort is coming to Cozumel this summer, part of Hyatt's portfolio

Summer prices too high? Try booking a trip for the fall

There's no doubt the price of a summer vacation can add up, especially this year. It's pretty well established at this point, inflation has prices in nearly

Why the Azores Should Be Your Next European Getaway

Discover why the Portuguese islands of the Azores, between the U.S. and mainland Europe, are a top travel destination for nature, culture, and food lovers alike.

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The King James Bible

On this date in the year 1611, the King James Version of the Bible was first published

Americans view these Asian countries as safer now than before the pandemic

Travelers say they feel safer in South Korea, Singapore, Thailand, Japan, China and Vietnam, according to a 2022 report by Berkshire Hathaway Travel Protection.

This Hotel Within a Hotel Is Opening on an Idyllic Stretch of Southern California Beach

Shore House at The Del, part of San Diego's iconic Hotel del Coronado, will debut in September.

The romance of train travel is still alive but exorbitantly expensive | Emma Brockes

A 19-hour journey from New York to Chicago filled me with wonder. Partly, as in the UK, at the price

This 10-second Trick Will Help You Score Cheaper Domestic Flights Every Time

Keyes explains why it's a good idea to take a few moments to search for two one-way flights rather than one round-trip ticket to help save a little cash

Air Travel Consumer Report: February 2022 Numbers

The U.S. Department of Transportation today released its Air Travel Consumer Report (ATCR) on airline operational data compiled for the month of February 2022 for on-time performance, mishandled baggage

The 9 Best Places For Solo Female Travel In 2022

Solo trips for women: Tried and true places for female travel.

Hertz CEO says rebounding business travel could tighten an already-constrained used car market

Business travel is making a comeback and could constrain already tight supplies of rental cars when it finally recovers

Business travel is 'gone for good', say experts

Concerns about the environment, mental well-being and financial cost are all coming together to keep business travel at a lower level than pre-pandemic.

The Worst Zodiac Signs to Travel With

When it comes to traveling, we all have bad habits. These are the worst zodiac signs to travel with, according to an astrologer.

The world's most challenging cruise ship routes

Here's why some cruise ship routes, like the sandstorm-prone, narrow Suez Canal, or the windy, glacier-lined waters surrounding Alaska, are particularly difficult for cruise ship captains to navigate.

I just went on my first cruise - here are 15 things that surprised me the most about this type of travel

From room size to food quality, Insider's reporter noticed many surprising things onboard her first cruise on Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas.

This Is How To Explore Italy's Capital, Rome, On A Budget

People think the Italian Capital is expensive, but it is possible to visit and explore the city without spending so much. Here is how.

Italy: Venice to Impose an Entrance Fee for Tourists In a Bid to Reduce Number of Visitors

Internationals planning to visit the Italian city, Venice, from next year, must ensure they have enough money with them after the country's government has decided to impose a tourism fee

Disneyland is giving one of its hotels a Pixar-themed makeover

The new Pixar theme for Disney's Paradise Pier Hotel is just one of several announcements from Disneyland.

Oktoberfest returning to Munich, Germany, for first time since pandemic

Munich's annual Oktoberfest festival will return without COVID restrictions this fall after a two-year pause.

Joan of Arc Enters Orleans

For over 116 years, France and England were at war. The English House of Plantagenet and the French House of Valois both claimed the French throne based on lineage. In April of 1429, the French city of Orleans was under siege

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Traveling with medical marijuana

With 33 states now allowing some form of medical marijuana, and recreational marijuana legal in 18 states and Washington, DC, you may assume traveling with medical marijuana is easy. However, the difference between the various state and federal governments

12 top tips on visiting Turin on a budget

From travel on the cheap to finding deals on lunch and dinner, our top tips for visiting Turin on a budget can help you save money.

Bucket List Reimagined: Mindful Return to the Greek Islands

In a small bay flanked by thyme-covered hills and a medieval castle–topped village, I floated in perfect solitude on the shimmering Aegean Sea

For the best summer travel deals, find out what's popular and search around

For budget-conscious travelers, the best bet for saving money this summer is to stay off the beaten path.

Best International Castle Hotels to Travel Like Royalty

You’ve slept in hotels, motels, lodges, B&Bs and a yurt or two. Isn’t it high time you checked into castle hotels and traveled like royalty?

5 Floating Bars in the Caribbean for the Ultimate Tropical Cocktail

The watering hole goes out on the water in Jamaica, Turks and Caicos, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Final frontier: How to plan and what to expect on a cruise to Antarctica

A once-in-a-lifetime cruise to Antarctica is a complex -- and extremely pricey -- endeavor. There's a lot to consider, and the odyssey actually begins long before you set off from South America.

Alaska's first large cruise ship of the season arrives as industry hopes for revival

Lanie Downs, a spokesperson for Cruise Lines International Association Alaska, said the trade group is looking forward to a full season again, with hundreds of planned voyages.

Comfort With U.S. Air Travel Hits One-Year High Despite Mask Mandate Repeal

Most Americans still say they would have supported extending the mask mandate, however.

Sailing into Commissions with Margaritaville at Sea

Looking for a new short vacation option with a brand consumers already know and love? Margaritaville at Sea has just the thing to sell this summer

First class air travel gets even fancier

Airlines are catering to premium leisure travelers. First class air travel is getting an upgrade, with more privacy, larger fold-out beds, and more space for passengers and their belongings

United Airlines Increases Flights to Europe

United has announced that it will be increasing the number of flights it offers between the United States and Europe in response to increased demand for travel

The Most Exciting Hotel Openings This Spring, From a Napa Valley Auberge to a Renovated 1940s Abode in Mexico City

All are convenient enough for a weekend trip but comfortable enough for a week long stay.

As enforcement deadline approaches, percentage of travelers with REAL ID remains low

More than 15 years after it was enacted, the number of Americans with driver's licenses or identification cards that are REAL ID-compliant remains low

Aloha Airlines Flight 243

On April 28, 1988, Aloha Airlines Flight 243 took off from Hilo International Airport at 1:25 PM for the short flight to Honolulu. On board were 90 passengers and five crew members

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Delta will begin paying flight attendants while boarding

Delta has announced that it will begin paying them while they board flights in the face of a growing union movement among its flight attendants.

As international travel picks up, several popular destinations remain off limits

Most popular global destinations have dropped quarantine restrictions and are welcoming back travelers. But there are several places that remain firmly shut to leisure tourists -- regardless of their willingness to test and isolate.

FAA calls meeting with airlines to discuss flight disruptions in Florida as travel booms

More than 9,000 flights were delayed or canceled earlier this month. Major carriers with big operations in Florida like Spirit, American, JetBlue and others, are expected to attend

You May Be Able to Get a Refund If You're Not Comfortable Flying Following Removal of Mask Mandate

U.S. airlines are accommodating passengers with credits or refunds if they'e not comfortable flying without the COVID-19 mask mandate in place.

What you need to know to travel to the Caribbean now

If you're planning to travel to the islands of the Caribbean, here are some resources to help you plan your trip: The first thing to keep in mind is the

9 Secret Travel Hacks Flight Attendants Always Use

When you fly for a living, you know how to jet-set in the best way possible. Here are the secret travel hacks that flight attendants use.

Travel destinations that invite you to stop and savor the experience

Soak in these slow travel journeys from 'Kinfolk Travel,' meant to inspire thoughtful travel and spark deeper ways of thinking about new destinations.

27 Mother's Day gifts for moms who love to travel

From travel journals to the comfiest travel clothes and the best travel accessories, we've rounded up some amazing things that are perfect for the mom who loves to travel.

Top Nordic Travel Destinations For The Summer

With shared Viking Age history and dramatic landscapes among their highlights, the Nordic countries regularly attract curious travelers. Here are some ideas for your Nordic travel itinerary this summer.

Is Greece actually lifting travel restrictions next week or not?

Confusion is growing over whether Greece is about to lift travel restrictions for foreign visitors next week or not. The announcement has caused a lot of confusion

What to look for in a travel agent for a cruise

The internet has made booking trips easier and faster than ever, and some had seen this trend as the end of the travel agent. But the turmoil of the pandemic and its aftermath have shown many travelers the benefits of using a travel agent

Which size ship for a Mediterranean cruise?

The first step to planning a Mediterranean cruise is deciding which itinerary and ship to book. Royal Caribbean has both its smallest and largest cruise...

Family loses over $6K in scary hotel room service scam

Beware of this not-so-suite room service scam. Scammers will slip a fake room service menu under your door, hoping you’ll order from it

Book now or pay even more later: US hotel rates surge to record high

If spring break serves as the canary in the coal mine of what to expect for the upcoming travel season, the results are clear: Prepare to pay a lot for a

Collette Springs into Travel with Worldwide Savings

Collette, global tour operator, is springing into travel with savings up to 20%, equivalent to $1000 per person on 2022-2023 tour dates booked through May 6th

SATA AZORES AIRLINES ANNOUNCES PROMOTIONAL OFFERS FOR AGENTS

SATA Azores Airlines has announced exclusive offers for agents for New York (JFK) to the Azores

AMAWATERWAYS EXTENDS 2022 AND 2023 RIVER CRUISING SEASON IN PORTUGAL THROUGH DECEMBER

Luxury river cruise line AmaWaterways today announced that it has extended its 2022 and 2023 Portugal river cruising season with 14 additional sailings

Rental Escapes Announces Top 5 Most Popular Destinations for Luxury Villa Rentals This Summer

Rental Escapes, a full-service luxury villa company that provides customized villa experiences, today released its Summer Travel Forecast, revealing its top five most popular summer travel destinations

The Death of Magellan

Fernao de Magalhaes, better known in English as Ferdinand Magellan, convinced the Spanish King to finance the quest for a western route to the Indonesian Islands

Viking Continues Its Effort to Boost Cultural Programs with New Downton Abbey Film

In celebration of the movie's premiere, the cruise line unveiled new cruise extension programs that allow its guests to experience English country life, including the Hampshire's Highclere Castle, the setting for the fictional "Downton Abbey."

People are getting travel ideas from social media - often with hilarious results

Disappointed travelers are creating their own social media videos to show how photoshopped travel images look different from real places.

Tanzania comes into existence

Britain and Germany had long been the colonial powers in eastern Africa, and the nation of Tanganyika was no exception. But when British rule came to an end in 1961, Tanganyika peacefully moved into independence

This Will Be the Most Popular Summer Travel Weekend, According to a New Study

According to a new study the Fourth of July will be the most popular summer weekend for Americans to travel.

Greece to Remove COVID-19 Restrictions Starting Next Month - What's Changing

Starting May 1, Greece will stop requiring travelers to show proof of vaccination, a negative test, or proof of recovery to enter the country.

Air Travel Is More Expensive in 2022: Here Are Smart Ways to Save Money When You Fly

Going on a big trip this summer? With prices on the rise for gas, hotels and restaurants, these airline travel tips could help you cut costs.

The 10 Best Places to Travel Internationally This Spring, Say Experts

From hotspots to hidden gems, here are the most ideal and picturesque international destinations worth scoping out before summer hits.

8 Amazing Spots To Visit In May According To Our Travel Experts

From a national park to can't-miss events, here are the 8 places in the U.S. our writers love to travel to in May.

These Airlines Are Removing Anti-Maskers From Their Travel Ban Lists

It seems some airlines are keen to retract from past decisions by removing anti-maskers from their travel ban lists. Anti-maskers, who refused to

JetBlue Launches Plan to Reliably Deliver the JetBlue Experience

JetBlue today announced a series of investments that will set up the airline to reliably deliver the JetBlue experience during what is expected to be a record-breaking summer.

Carnival Cruise Line Wants to Help With Your Travel Bucket List

Carnival is making a grand return to Alaska after a year where there was only a limited Alaska cruising season. Considered a bucket list destination by many passengers and potential passengers

Live from the Brand New Celebrity Beyond | Porthole Cruise and Travel News

Porthole Cruise and Travel contributor Scott Eddy was live on board the new Celebrity Beyond as it sails from Southampton, UK.

Massive new Hard Rock Hotel opens in Times Square

Today, the Hard Rock Hotel New York opens at northeast tip of Times Square, the latest massive hotel brand to open in the area since the pandemic.

Hawaii hotels fetched nation's highest daily rates in March

The occupancy rate at Hawaii hotels in March was fifth best among the nation's top tourism markets for the first quarter in a strong rebound from 2021

The Fine Art of Being a Good Hotel Guest

Some things may have changed since your last hotel stay, but one thing hasn't: Being a great hotel guest is all about etiquette

The Adventure Lover's Guide to Aruba

From skydiving to scuba diving, here are the best outdoor activities in Aruba.

Rental Escapes Announces Top 5 Most Popular Destinations for Luxury Villa Rentals This Summer

Rental Escapes, a full-service luxury villa company that provides customized villa experiences, today released its Summer Travel Forecast, revealing its top five most popular summer travel destinations

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How Argentina and Chile's Rewilded Areas Are Ushering in a New Era of Eco-Travel

Behind the scenes of a cutting-edge conservation project to protect jaguars and pumas within the shared landscapes of the two nations.

Tourism in Portugal's Capital Anticipated to Reach a Recovery of 85% This Year

Lisbon to reach pre-pandemic levels by 2023, the local media reports.

8 sustainable travel tips from expert green travelers

Skip Machu Picchu and opt for Choquequirao - these Incan ruins only draw 20 visitors per day said Alexis Bowen, founder of sustainable travel startup

Summer Travel 2022: 5 Epic Road Trips In The U.S. To Take This Year

Support local and take an epic road trip this summer. Here are the best road trip ideas across the U.S. that won't break the bank.

Foraging tours let travelers savor a destination’s flavor

If you want to get a real taste of the place you’re visiting, don’t make a reservation at the hippest-looking locavore restaurant you find on Instagram. Book a tour with a local forager instead.

Stormy seas or smooth sailing? What lies ahead for the global cruise industry

After two years of navigating relentlessly choppy seas, the cruise industry is forecasting significantly smoother sailing ahead. But sustainability issues continue to loom on the horizon.

How You Can Spend Retirement Living On A Cruise Ship, And How Much It Will Cost

Residents aboard Storylines - new cruise ship will see the world and enjoy incredible amenities. Plus, what it costs to live on a cruise ship.

Airlines hiring buses to transport passengers between airports during pilot shortage

The pilot shortage will likely cause ticket prices to skyrocket as airlines have been forced to ground some of their fleet, increasing demand.

La Marseillaise

On April 25th, 1792, Claude Joseph Rouget de Lisle composed "La Marseillaise", the song destined to become the French national anthem. Rouget composed the song as a rallying cry as Prussian and Austrian armies marched on France

Why is train travel so unpopular in Europe?

Europe’s trains have a reputation for being expensive and late running, and a reluctance to cooperate is holding rail travel on the continent back.

T+L Just Announced the Top 500 Hotels of the Year Here Are 20 of Our Favorites

This year's T+L 500 black book is derived from the results of the 2021 World's Best Awards survey and the honorees are grouped into eight geographic regions.

9 idyllic Hawaii resorts that are worth the splurge

These Hawaii resorts offer first-rate amenities that can make a stay seem more...

7 Foods You Should Never Buy at the Airport

From coffee to sushi, here are the foods you should never buy (or eat) at the airport.

How Your Medicare Plan Works When You Travel, According To An Expert

Health insurance coverage can be daunting both at home and abroad. Before your next trip, learn about how Medicare works while traveling.

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The year of recovery may be a year of travel trouble for consumers

The unprecedented lack of staffing in the hospital industry is creating ongoing service issues for travelers. The impact of COVID-19 isolation, workers moving to other professionals and the mass lay-offs of the early pandemic have wreaked havoc, creating an ongoing chaotic matrix

Top Travel Destinations in the World

Here are 22 places to check off your bucket list and satisfy your wanderlust, with everything from sugar-white sand beaches to ancient cities and volcanoes. Bon voyage.

Workcations Aren't an Escape. They'e Practice

Think of them as an opportunity to break bad work-life-balance habits.

La Digue: The Seychelles' tropical biking paradise

There are more bicycles than cars on La Digue, a 10-sq-km island that is doing everything it can to save itself - and one rare bird species - from overtourism.

Subscriptions are coming to travel, should you get on board?

Subscriptions have seeped into nearly every consumer industry, from TV to tacos. There are even services that help subscribers cancel all their subscriptions. But one industry has notably lagged: travel.

There's an Idyllic Vineyard Hotel in Tuscany Opening Just in Time for Summer Travel to Italy

Borgo San Vincenzo, named for the patron saint of wine, opens in southern Tuscany in July 2022.

Memorial Day travel: The best and worst times to book

Reservations for Memorial Day travel from flights, car rentals, cruises and hotels, have surged 122% over 2021 even with surging inflation, according to AAA.

Can you cruise sustainably? This cruise line thinks so

For environmentalists, cruising with a conscience can feel counterintuitive in an industry known for its excess and outsized contributions to both air and ocean pollution

How To Bring Luxury To Your Vacation When You're Traveling On A Budget

Want to make your trip feel more lavish? These expert-backed tips will elevate your experience without breaking the bank.

This Around-the-world Cruise Was Just Announced for 2024 and It Visits 31 Countries in 121 Days

Travelers can journey to more than 30 countries across Europe, Africa, South America, and more without having to take a single plane on MSC Cruises' latest world cruise

US airlines say they've reached a turning point in recovery

U.S. airlines say they have hit a turning point: After a lousy first quarter, they expect to be profitable as Americans return to travel in the biggest numbers since the start of the pandemic

Airline start-up Breeze adds cross-country flights from Westchester in battle for suburbanite travelers

The announcement comes a month after the airline said it would double its network.

You Can Take a Very Zen Train Trip Through the English Countryside for $65

The three-and-a-half hour ride includes activities like knitting and talking to a hypnotherapist

Hotel business project down in Florida

For the hospitality industry, it has been a pleasant rise in travel with people taking vacations and visiting friends and family. But that has not been the case for business travel

The 17 Oldest Hotels in the World That Have Stunning Interiors

From a big game reserve in South Africa to a landmarked masterpiece in Brazil, these stylish haunts are just as popular now as they were when they first opened

Avanti Celebrates National Travel Advisor Day and National Travel Advisor Month With Special Agent Incentives during May

In honor of National Travel Advisor Day, Wednesday, May 4, 2022, and National Travel Advisor Month, independent travel specialist Avanti Destinations is offering a $25 gift card for each FIT land booking of $5,000 or more made between May 1 and May 31, 2022 for travel any time before December 31, 2022 and paid with at least a deposit on land arrangements by the end of the May

Intrepid Travel: low-impact trips – Earth Day

Intrepid Travel, the B Corp certified tour operator that has been a leader in decarbonizing the tourism industry, has put together a list of some of the company’s most low-impact trips ahead of Earth Day for travelers interested in a climate-conscious adventure

Earth Day and the Travel Industry - We are all canaries now

As late as 1986, coal miners in the UK still carried canaries to detect carbon monoxide fumes in the mines. If the canary died, trouble was afoot. These days, the World Wildlife Federation publishes a species directory a list of endangered, vulnerable, and threatened animals

The First Earth Day

On April 22 of each year, millions of people celebrate Earth Day, regarded by many to mark the birth of the modern environmental movement. Gaylord Nelson, a Democratic Senator from Wisconsin

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This Is Why Is Everyone So Obsessed With Iceland

It would be strange if someone wasn't obsessed with visiting Iceland, but these activities are why it's such a popular destination.

7 things no one tells you about the Greek islands

If asked to name some of the Greek Islands, you’d probably be able to come up with a few off the top of your head, but in reality, there are closer to 6,000 of them

A Guide to Weed and Travel, According to Women Who Know Both

From how to consume responsibly on vacation, to creative travel experiences led by women, we cover everything you need to know about weed and travel.

Visalia is changing the way families travel with those who are autistic

April is Autism Awareness Month and one Central California city is adopting a groundbreaking initiative to change the way families travel with those who are autistic

Best river cruise cabins with Avalon Waterways

Discover the best river cruise cabins with Avalon Waterways and admire the only open-air balcony at sea!

What Are Expedition Cruises and How to Book

Adventure seekers may want to consider these once-in-a-lifetime at sea and on-land activities around the world. Here are a few cruises we recommend.

Play, a new Icelandic airline, offers budget transatlantic flights

On Wednesday, an Icelandic budget airline named Play will debut in the United States, less than a year after launching in Europe. Its inaugural flight will travel from Baltimore-Washington International Marshall Airport to Iceland’s Keflavik Airport

Amtrak to restore four long-distance trains to daily service in late May

Four of the seven Amtrak long-distance trains currently operating five days per week will return to daily schedules the week of May 23

The Best Hotel in Greece Just Opened a Cocktail Bar and Restaurant With Unreal Sunset Views

It's the only place on Santorini where you can experience the island's picture-perfect sunset vistas and a Michelin-worthy meal

All-inclusive resorts have changed. Here’s what you need to know

Looking for a getaway that’s easy to book, takes the guesswork out of day-to-day planning and keeps your credit card tucked safely in your wallet throughout? Try an all-inclusive resort

Serial travel con man sentenced to 3 years in prison

The mastermind of a nationwide travel scam was sentenced to three years behind bars in federal court Wednesday.

US State Department Issues 30 New Travel Advisory Updates

The US State Department has just released a bumper list of new travel advisories - here's a look at which countries were included.

Goway Marks Significant Growth in Maldives Travel Product Line

While the past two-plus years have been largely defined by uncertainty and challenges, Goway has marked significant growth in its Maldives travel product line during this period

Katarina Line: Popular Land/Sea Combinations Such as ‘Coast Express’ Land Tour and ‘Breathtaking Croatia’ Cruise Tap Into Croatia’s Surging Popularity

The easing of COVID-19 travel restrictions across Europe is helping to bring back international travel in a big way. Croatia is among the beneficiaries, with record numbers of visitors expected in 2022

Collette's Spring into Travel Sale is Coming (US Market)

It’s time for your clients to spring into travel with huge savings during our Spring into Travel Sale. This sale runs from April 25th – May 6th

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Samuel Langhorne Clemens Dies

Born on November 30, 1835, Samuel Langhorne Clemens better known as Mark Twain, died on this day in 1910

FAA: zero tolerance unruly passenger policy will remain in effect

In a statement on Wednesday, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) indicated its zero-tolerance policy for unruly passengers will be permanent despite a court decision

Justice Department to proceed with mask mandate appeal

The CDC on Wednesday requested the Justice Department to appeal a ruling issued by a Florida federal judge

As biz travel slowly returns, some companies expect workers to pay their own way

Business travel is still two years away from reaching pre-pandemic levels, according to Deloitte. But when it does bounce back, some companies expect remote workers to pay for trips back to the office.

Should you cancel your travel plans now that masks aren't required on planes and trains?

How can people continue to keep safe on planes now that masks are no longer required? What about vulnerable individuals like immunocompromised people and young children

Biden administration will appeal ruling that lifted Covid mask mandate on travel

The Biden administration said it will appeal a federal judge's ruling that struck down coronavirus-related mask mandates on planes.

Disney may be stripped of self-government power, DeSantis says

DeSantis issued a proclamation calling for the special session to be expanded to include consideration of terminating all special districts enacted in Florida prior to 1968.

These U.S. Destinations Have the Best Deals for Last-minute May Travel

That May beach getaway might not be as out of reach as you think.

Mixed reactions after U.S. travel mask mandate ends

A federal judge's decision to strike down a national mask mandate was met with cheers on some airplanes but also concern about whether it's really time to end the order sparked by the COVID-19 pandemic.

For Americans Eager To Travel, Ireland Makes A Fine First Trip Abroad

As Americans ache to travel abroad, Ireland is equally aching to have us return.

I'm a travel planner who's been to Disney World over 40 times. Here are 6 tips for saving money in the parks.

I've been to the theme parks dozens of times, and I help other people plan trips for a living. Here's how to stop wasting money on your vacation.

How Argentina and Chile's Rewilded Areas Are Ushering in a New Era of Eco-Travel

Behind the scenes of a cutting-edge conservation project to protect jaguars and pumas within the shared landscapes of the two nations.

Maine Welcomes First Large Cruise Ships in More Than 2 Years

Large ocean cruise ships have returned to Maine for the first time in more than two years.

Your Cruise to Australia is Back On | Porthole Cruise and Travel News

Those looking to cruise to Australia are in luck, the very first cruise ship since the start of the pandemic called on Sydney Harbor today.

A Return To Travel Has Us Dreaming Of These Great U.S. Train Trips

Go from the taxi horns of Manhattan to the music-filled streets of New Orleans on the Crescent

The Best New Hotels in North America and the Caribbean, 2022

Architectural wonders. See-and-be-seen lobby bars. Killer hot tubs.  Our favorite places to check into, from the high desert of Joshua Tree to the private beaches of St. Barts.

Margaritaville Is Coming to the Poconos With Tiny Homes, RV Setups, and a Swim-up Bar

The brand's first Margaritaville Resort Village will debut in 2024.

Report: Hotels Predicted to Experience $21 Billion Business-Travel Shortfall in 2022

A newly released report from the American Hotel & Lodging Association and Kalibri Labs highlights the devastation the Covid-19 pandemic continues to visit on the hospitality industry. The study predicts hotel business travel revenue will remain 23% down from 2019 in 2022 as the business travel

The Mariel Boatlift

On April 20, 1980, Cuba's Fidel Castro unexpectedly announced that any Cuban desiring to emigrate to the U.S. could do so. At the port of Mariel west of Havana, boats were made available and 125,000 Cubans pointed their small craft northward

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Federal Judge strikes down CDC mask mandate

The Biden administration's mask mandate was struck down by a federal judge in Florida yesterday in a 59-page ruling.

This Airline Is Celebrating Its New Flights to Europe With 25% Off Fares but You'll Have to Act Fast

The Play sale with discounted flights from U.S. cities to Europe is running from April 18 to April 22.

7 Travel Stocks to Buy That Can Override Inflationary Concerns

Although inflation is a major concern right now, the desire to get out of the house may benefit these travel stocks to buy.

List of EU Countries That Have Completely Removed COVID-19 Travel Restrictions for Non-EU Travelers

Following the improvement of the COVID-19 situation and the high vaccination rates, several European Union/European Economic Area countries have already lifted their entry rules for all travelers

These Are America's Next Great Food Cities

Food & Wine editors shout out the 11 best food cities in the US. From Jersey City to Bozeman, these cities are ushering in a new era of impeccable food.

A primer on planning that ultimate golf trip with your pals

10 factors that a trip organizer should take into consideration in preparation for that special occasion.

Here's How to Plan Your Very First Trip to Europe, According to a Professional Traveler

Here are all the places you should visit on your first trip to Europe, plus travel tips for visiting Europe for the first time.

19 Los Cabos All-inclusive Resorts for a Sunny, Stress-free Getaway

Here are 19 of the best all-inclusive resorts in Los Cabos, Mexico for a relaxing vacation.

There's a New Adults-Only All-Inclusive in Playa del Carmen

The newest addition is by the fast-growing Secrets brand, which is debuting a sparkling new all-inclusive in Playa del Carmen this week.

The world's most over-the-top cruise ship cabins

Whether you're tucking into a bed with a $200,000 mattress or taking up residence in the funnel of a ship, the journey is just as exciting as the destination

Full refunds for canceled or delayed cruises now required

The Federal Maritime Commission, the agency that regulates passenger sea travel, has responded by issuing new consumer protection rules

Is It Socially Responsible To Travel By Cruise Ship?

Between dumping waste from thousands of passengers into the ocean to using an exorbitant amount of fuel and polluting the air with its toxins; cruise ships have gained a blanketed reputation for being a socially irresponsible way to travel.

Oklahoma City Bombing

On this day in 1995, the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City was destroyed by a car bomb. American militia movement sympathizer Timothy McVeigh

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The beauty of a solo trip to Italy

But Rome is more than just its frequented sites. Many locals offer off-the-beaten-path tours, great for solo travelers looking to connect with people

Is it safe to travel to Cancun or other parts of Mexico?

This week, the Quintana Roo government deployed 6,000 army troops in the tourist hub of Cancun, according to local news outlet Reportur.

10 Reasons To Travel To Puerto Rico In 2022

Puerto Rico's green waters, captivating art scene, and profound cultural legacy make the island deserving of praise and a visit, any time of year.

7 Not-so-typical Family Vacations and How to Pull Them Off

Expert advisors from T+L's A-List share the memory-making multigenerational adventures they're planning this year.

Finding Common Ground Through Travel

AFAR's new editorial director Sarika Bansal reflects on the merits of travel, her journalism career, and the Earth Issue.

The best airports for golf travel and which ones are a hassle

The wait for anxious golfers can feel like an eternity while looking for your luggage.

I Traveled on the World's Largest Cruise Ship - Here's What It Was Like

Here's why Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas, the world's largest cruise ship, is ideal for a first-time cruiser.

First cruise ship returns to Maine in over two years

The first cruise ship to return to Bar Harbor, Maine in over two years was Norwegian Cruise Lines's Norwegian Pearl

Tourist From US Turns Down $10,000 Offer From JetBlue To Reschedule His Flight To Cancun

A passenger recently turned down a $10,000 offer from Jetblue to take a different flight after no other passengers were willing.

JetBlue passengers beg to deplane after aborted landings at JFK

Flight 1852 traveling from Cancun, Mexico, was scheduled to land at New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport on Thursday. The pilot tried multiple times to land at JFK before having to divert

United Airlines Is Changing Its Cancellation Policy for Basic Economy

United Airlines just made a major change to its basic economy fares, allowing customers to cancel them for the first time.

These Stunning Resorts on Florida's 'Paradise Coast' Are Perfect for a Family Vacation

Two golf courses, a waterpark, beachfront suites, video game lounge, and dining options for days - there's truly something for everyone at these Naples, Florida resorts

Tampa family 'detained' at Cancun hotel over billing error

A Tampa family was detained at a hotel in Mexico after a billing mixup and were forced to pay to leave, they said.

Experts are predicting a summer of travel chaos. Here's why

Canceled flights, long delays, sky-high prices, and Brexit -- welcome to travel, 2022 style. A lack of staff and rocketing demand is creating the perfect storm

All You Need To Know About Travel Insurance

The Covid-19 pandemic has shown that even perfectly-planned itineraries can sometimes go awry

The Republic of Ireland Act

Ireland, oppressed by Great Britain for most of its political existence, was historically gripped by poverty and successive waves of emigration from its shores, largely to the United States

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CDC updates the Travel Health Notice system for international travel

Effective Monday, April 18th, the CDC has updated its Travel Health Notice system for international travel. The new system reserves Level 4 travel health notices for special circumstances

Why I Will Always Choose a Cruise Over Any Other Vacation — Best Life

While there are many options out there for getaways, one writer shares why she will always choose to go on a cruise over any other vacation.

In Southern California, consider San Pedro instead of Long Beach

San Pedro offers an eclectic, affordable alternative to neighboring Long Beach.

Greece to suspend all travel restrictions in May

By the beard of Zeus! On May 2, Greece is to lift all COVID-19-related entry rules, and it could well prove a game-changer for thousands of tourists during

Here are 8 award-winning travel experiences in Japan

The winners of the Japan Travel Awards 2022 are paving the way for diversity, inclusion, sustainability and hospitality

7 Not-so-typical Family Vacation and How to Pull Them Off

Expert advisors from T+L’s A-List share the memory-making multigenerational adventures they’re planning this year.

How to Travel Like a European

There are many ways to do a vacation. The Brits, Spaniards, and Germans all do it a little differently and there's much they can teach us.

A luxury travel company announced members-only cruises starting at $7,500 that sold out within 24 hours

Two of Inspirato's eight cruises were immediately booked within the first day, a testament to the return of the cruise industry.

The 2023 Cruise Itineraries to Book Before They Sell Out

It's not too early to book cruises for 2023. These itineraries sail everywhere from Africa and the Middle East to Asia, Europe, and the Arctic next year.

Summer Travel Forecast: Plenty Of Flight Delays And Cancellations, With Higher Airfares

Take huge pent-up demand, add higher fuel prices and airline staff shortages, and you've got a recipe for increased disruptions and higher prices.

U.S. govt to cut back on 'do not travel' COVID advisories

The U.S. State Department said Thursday it will sharply cut back on "Do Not Travel" advisories for international destinations after public health officials announced a change in how they will assess COVID-19 concerns

We Know You're Sick of This, but Could It Be the Future of Travel?

This virtual travel start-up connects tour guides with armchair travelers looking to explore the world from the comfort of home

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There's an Ultra-chic, Extended-stay Hotel Coming to New York

Coming to NYC's NoMad neighborhood, the new property from AKA is Italian designer and architect Piero Lisson's first project in the U.S.

That $300 hotel room in Miami will now cost you $430

Hotels are one of the driving forces of U.S. inflation that hit a 41-year high this week.

Europe's best sleeper trains revealed, from Vienna to Venice

Every week our Holiday Hero Neil Simpson takes an in-depth look at a holiday topic, doing all the legwork so you don't have to. This week: crossing Europe by night train.

The Debut of Jackie Robinson

Jackie Robinson's debut on April 15, 1947 with the Brooklyn Dodgers ended professional baseball's color barrier. During the early years following his debut, Robinson endured abuse at the hands of baseball players and fans alike

Americans Are Not Paying Any Attention To CDC's Do Not Travel List

Travelers are very keen on Europe, though virtually the entire continent is at a "very high risk" for Covid-19.

Jamaica eliminates pre-arrival testing this weekend

As of April 16th, Jamaica will not require international travelers to demonstrate a negative Covid-19 test and will eliminate the indoor mask mandate which has been in effect.

CDC extends travel mask mandate 15 more days

Despite protests from airlines and travel industry associations, the CDC has extended the transportation mask mandate for an additional 15 days

National parks see strong recovery

With travel restrictions still in place for many international destinations, along with a desire to avoid or escape dense populations in cities, outdoor itineraries within the U.S. are holding greater appeal as pandemic fears start to fade

The ultimate stargazing road trip

Home to Portugal's "mountain of stars" and some of Europe's least light-polluted skies, the Alentejo region is best seen at night.

Delta's CEO is bullish on summer travel

Delta says COVID has shifted from a pandemic to a manageable virus paving the way for a sweet summer travel season.

Should the U.S. lift its entry test rule? 5 health experts weigh in

One of the biggest logistical headaches for international travelers — the requirement to test negative for the coronavirus within a day of flying into the United States — appears to be sticking around.

Planning a Vacation This Summer? Get COVID Travel Insurance

Travel insurance used to be an optional expense but the COVID-19 pandemic has led many countries to require visitors to have coverage for quarantine.

10 Classic All-American Hotels Perfect for a Summer Vacation

From Maine to Georgia, these are our favorite time-tested American resorts, steeped in tradition, with excellent summer programming.

Meet the people who want to spend the rest of their lives on cruise ships

Meet the people who live on cruise ships and see how they manage to pull it off financially and logistically.

This New Great Lakes Cruise Will Sail From Niagara Falls to Some of the Most Exciting Islands in North America

A new itinerary by Smithsonian Journeys and luxury cruise line Ponant will bring guests on a tour of the Great Lakes — to attractions like Niagara Falls, Mackinac Island, and the Thirty Thousand Islands.

5 best all-inclusive cruise lines

All-inclusive cruising sounds alluring until you realize that this phrase can mean different things to different cruise lines.

This One-Day Argentina Hike Leads To Stunning Mountain Views

Arguably one of Argentina's most scenic hikes, Frey's Refuge offers views at the end of a one-day hike like no other.

There's a New All-Inclusive In Curacao

The highly anticipated new Zoetry Curacao Resort and Spa has quietly made its debut as the island's newest all-inclusive.

Returning to Florence With the World's Most Opinionated Guide

After two years, travel is at last opening up — the perfect time to look at this classic Tuscan destination with new, less jaded eyes

Recurring Earthquake Swarms Continue in Puerto Rico; No Tsunami Warning Issued Yet

Dozens of low-intensity earthquake swarms have been reported in Puerto Rico over the past week with no immediate tsunami threat in sight.

Nearly 80% of Americans would pay more for eco-friendly travel, survey finds

People in the Middle Atlantic region of New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania are most likely to say they will pay more for a vacation to lower their carbon footprint.

The Assassination of Abraham Lincoln

John Wilkes Booth was an angry man. The actor had been a Confederate during the civil war and viewed President Abraham Lincoln as an unconstitutional tyrant

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The 19 Best Iceland Tours

Enjoy glacier hikes, whale watching cruises and the northern lights on these traveler-approved excursions.

Celebrity Cruises to host goop at Sea

Celebrity Cruises and goop have planned a "goop at Sea" event, departing from Barcelona on September 24, 2022, and cruising the Italian Riviera and France on a nine-night journey on the Celebrity Beyond

Readers reply: why are the UK and Ireland the only countries that have proper pubs?

The long-running series in which readers answer other readers' questions on subjects ranging from trivial flights of fancy to profound scientific and philosophical concepts

CDC Continues to Lower COVID-19 Travel Warnings for Caribbean Islands

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention lowered its travel warning for several popular Caribbean islands this week, but continues to warn Americans against popular countries in Europe.

Is There an Ethical Way to Travel the World?

Columnist Latria Graham reflects on wanting to connect with nature through travel and to protect it.

Rediscovering the Romance of Travel on a Cruise Up Croatia's Dalmatian Coast

A leisurely cruise through Croatia, Malta, and Montenegro introduced me to new cultures, flavors, and a rekindled love of travel.

Carnival Corp's P&O Cruises Ship Cancels Several Sailings

One Carnival Corporation cruise line has been forced to cancel several cruises due to staffing issues.

Travel experts weigh in on what to do if you're flying JetBlue this spring

"I'm already getting notifications that there's delays for my June trip," one traveler said.

FAA Hands Out Largest Fine Ever for Bad Behavior on Board Planes

The Federal Aviation Administration has fined a pair of unruly passengers more than $159,000 - the largest-ever penalties for bad behavior on a flight.

Amtrak Shares Sneak Peek Inside New High-Speed Acela Trains

Amtrak shared a sneak peek of the interiors of its new, more efficient high-speed Acela trains.

Hotel deals are scarce this summer: TPG's tips for finding them

In case you haven't heard, it's shaping up to be an expensive summer for many travelers in the U.S.

Over 50,000 Tulips Are Blooming at This Dreamy English Countryside Hotel and Sunflowers Are Next

David Rowley, head market gardener at Heckfield Place, gives the inside scoop on the estate's tulips, which are in full bloom this week.

On the road again? Here are 8 travel musts for the rusty globe-trotter

After being told to stay at home for what felt like a decade-long pandemic, we're all finally getting ready for the next adventure. And with spring upon us, there is no time like now to book

A beginner's guide to pet passports

While one passport may get a human into multiple countries, the requirements for animals to travel vary widely between continents and countries. The process can be expensive and overwhelming, but it is navigable.

The Birth of Thomas Jefferson

On this day in 1743, Thomas Jefferson was born in Albemarle County, Virginia. From a prominent Virginian family, Thomas received a classical education in history, literature, and languages. His father died when he was 14, and Jefferson inherited

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Intrepid Group relaunches its plant-based Real Food Adventures

Intrepid Travel – the B Corp certified world leader in responsible travel – has relaunched its Real Food Adventures tour range. The 21 tours have been revamped to include a new plant-based experience on every itinerary

Las Vegas Visitor Profile Study - Vegas visitors spent more and were younger in 2021 than 2019

Visitors to Las Vegas in 2021 were younger and spent more than in previous years, and devoted more of their time to gambling according to the Las Vegas Visitor Profile study 2021. The amount visitors spent on gambling alone has jumped to $717.51 (39%) coming from 2019's recorded amount

The travel photo project that aims to change the meaning of 'all-inclusive'

Celebrity Cruises has launched both a new campaign featuring images of "change-makers" from underrepresented groups by renowned photographers, including Annie Leibovitz, and the world's first free to use, open source travel image library

Southwest Airlines Co. adds additional service to west coast, Hawaii and Cuba

Southwest Airlines has added additional service to its flight schedule beginning in early June, including more options for California travel; new service for Hawaii, the Pacific Northwest, and the Caribbean also announced

The ultimate San Diego travel guide full of secret spots, tips, and hidden gems

San Diego has near-perfect weather, world-renowned attractions, stunning beaches, and more. Here's where to stay, what to eat and do, and more.

Travel influencing is lucrative and largely unregulated. A new lawsuit attempts to bring accountability to the industry

The truth is that De Pecol is not the first woman to travel to every country. Nor is she the first woman to travel to every country alone. She is the first, however, to claim it on social media

Royal Caribbean offers a new way to pay IF you book with a travel agent

Royal Caribbean on Monday announced a new "Flex-Pay&; program allowing the passenger to pay in installments using the RCI Espresso booking system.

Australia's 20 best travel experiences, ranked by Lonely Planet

Choosing Australia's top travel experiences is not easy, and while many usual suspects appear in Lonely Planet's list, some may even surprise locals

7 Underrated Destinations In Europe For 2022

While most tourists may have Paris or London at the forefront of their minds, Europe has many other hidden gems you should explore instead

Bike Tourism Is Quickly Becoming Luxury Travel's Next Big Frontier

A range of pandemic-fueled trends are making bike travel a viable option for many

The 11 Best Babymoon Destinations of 2022

We considered COVID, health and safety, convenience, affordability, and unique and interesting babymoons we recommend for 2022.

Carnival Corp's P&O Cruises Ship Cancels Several Sailings

P&O Cruises has been forced to cancel several cruises due to staffing issues.

JetBlue offers flight attendants $1,000 attendance bonuses for spring travel surge

JetBlue is offering flight attendants $1,000 bonuses for perfect attendance from Friday through May 31.

Hot Deals: Grab Major Hotel Discounts in These Two Cool American Cities

Hotels in Scottsdale and Washington, D.C. are offering discounts.

Before you go on a trip, here's why you should call your bank so you're well-prepared

To avoid declined debit card purchases, call your bank before traveling. You may also want to review our checklist for more banking preparation.

This US airport has reclaimed its title as the world's busiest

Move over, Guangzhou. Georgia's Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is once again the world's busiest airport for 2021 for passenger traffic

Hotel deals are scarce this summer: TPG's tips for finding them

In case you haven't heard, it's shaping up to be an expensive summer for many travelers in the U.S.

How Delta Makes It Easier for Families to Sit Together

Delta Air Lines is making it easier for families and larger groups to sit together with dynamic seat maps that block certain rows for larger parties.

These Are the Biggest Trends in Travel, According to Our Specialists

From destinations on the rise to the new ways travelers want to explore them, these are the biggest travel trends right now.

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The Civil War Begins

The first shots of the civil war were fired on this day in 1861

These Wild Places in South Africa Go Beyond the Traditional Safari

Though South Africa's Big Five safaris get the lion's share of attention, these nature reserves are a locally held secret you should add to your itinerary.

Japan lifts travel ban on 106 countries but don't pack your suitcase just yet

There aren't too many countries that have deployed tighter COVID-19 travel restrictions since the start of the pandemic than Japan has.

State Department: Do Not Travel To Shanghai, Hong Kong Due To Covid Restrictions

The U.S. State Department has urged Americans to reconsider travel to Hong Kong and mainland China due to “arbitrary enforcement of local laws and Covid-19-related restrictions” and “ including the risk of parents and children being separated.”

Have You Made a Reservation for the National Parks Yet? You Better Read This

You'll need a ticketed reservation to visit most U.S. National Parks in 2022. These are the Parks that require them and this is how you get your reservation.

Russia-Ukraine war is having a limited impact on Europe vacation bookings, experts say

Travel advisors say the war in Ukraine is having a mild to negligible impact on Europe's leisure bookings, despite higher airfares amid inflation.

How the Pandemic Changed Travel's Off-Season

Increased demand for beach and outdoor travel has shortened (or in some places, eliminated) the shoulder and off-seasons.

Cruising returns to Canada: First major ship to stop in Victoria, Vancouver after 2 years without port calls

Cruise ships will once again make port calls in Canada starting Saturday after a two-year absence due to the coronavirus pandemic.

10 Cruise Line Secrets and Money-Saving Tips

We've got 10 cruise line secrets and money-saving tips to help you make the most out of your next cruise vacation.

Leaning Into Slow Travel on a 1,200-Mile Train Trip Through Western Canada

This Canada train trip offers comfortable seats, room to stretch, and breathtaking views for just over $100.

US Airlines Mishandled and Lost Baggage Reach Over 1.25 million in last half of 2021

Six out of 1,000 checked bags in US airlines were reportedly lost, stolen, or mangled in the second half of 2021, according to the report conducted by LuggageHero.

Uber Plans to Create a Superapp for Travel: Includes Aircraft, Trains, and Rental Vehicles

Uber is planning to create a "superapp" that will include aircraft, trains, and rental vehicles, partnering with airlines, railroads, and rental car companies to provide a seamless experience for customers who want to travel

The Caribbean's Newest Overwater Bungalow Resort Is in Panama

But now there's another significant new addition: Bocas Bali, a luxury overwater resort in the heart of Bocas del Toro in the Caribbean.

ASTA: Passage of a COVID relief law H.R. 3807 is a win

The House of Representatives recently amended and passed the Relief for Restaurants and Other Hard Hit Small Businesses Act of 2022 which, among other things, would help in the revitalization of small businesses with the impact of COVID

The Caribbean's Newest Overwater Bungalow Resort Is in Panama

But now there’s another significant new addition: Bocas Bali, a luxury overwater resort in the heart of Bocas del Toro in the Caribbean.

Many Americans expect to use credit card rewards to travel in 2022: survey

Many credit cardholders said they're ready to use the reward points they accumulated after not traveling during COVID, according to a recent survey.

8 Tips for Safe Traveling While Black

From using voice assistance for directions to joining BIPOC travel groups here are eight tips for save traveling while Black.

The Stone of Scone is Returned to Scotland

The Stone of Scone, sometimes called the Stone of Destiny, is a 330-pound rock made of sandstone that has for centuries been used in the coronation of Scotish, English, and British monarchs. The Stone of Scone figured into the coronation of Kenneth MacAlpin, the first King of Scotland, in 847 AD. It was fitted into the throne upon which the monarchs sat

Owe Money on Taxes? It Could Derail Your Travel Plans

Not paying the IRS has consequences. One could be not getting to travel.

Air travel industry warned over Easter disruption

Last-minute cancellations and delays could damage consumer confidence, says the aviation watchdog.

What It's Like Traveling In Europe Right Now

Finally, it seems like Europe is opening up to full capacity with a few caveats. Some countries are a bit more relaxed than others.

My Grumpy Teen Taught Me How To Love A Family Vacation

I waited so long for my kids to be "old enough to appreciate" family vacations. Now I know the joke is on me!

196 Sailings and Counting: The "Cult Cruises" Are Back on the Ships

For this devoted group of cruise fanatics, most of them retirees, the aim is to almost never touch dry land.

These Are the Most Flexible Airlines, According to a New Study

The travel search company Next Vacay analyzed the policies of airlines - including change fees, refund options, and flight cancelation policies - to see how each stacked up.

In Europe, It's Planes vs. Trains. For Many Travelers, Rail Is the Way to Go.

Amid concerns about climate change, Europe is investing heavily in trains. The idea is to make rail more appealing, especially as an alternative to short-haul flights.

Why checking into this hotel could heal a broken heart

Launched in late 2021, the Heartbreak Hotel offers three-day residential retreats, specifically designed for women, that aim to heal different forms of heartbreak.

10 Ways You Can Protect Nature When You Travel

When it comes to protecting nature while traveling, we should all be treading lightly - here's how to do just that.

These Caribbean Islands Are Making It Easier to Visit by Dropping COVID-19 Travel Restrictions

St. Lucia, Grenada, and Belize have dropped various COVID-19 travel restrictions including testing and requiring proof of vaccination.

Macy's warns that inflation-squeezed consumers may choose to spend on travel over shopping

With inflation threatening to weigh on consumer demand, Macy's says more shoppers could be faced with a consequential choice.

20 of the best pubs to have a pint in Ireland

Of the 7000 pubs in Ireland, we present you with the 20 best. Don't pass up the chance to visit these favorite spots: a warm welcome and frothy pint await.

10 Facts About Ireland Most People Don't Know

From world-class breweries to Halloween, here are 10 facts about the beautiful country of Ireland that most people don't know about.

The Latest Trends in Cruising This Spring

The most popular cruise lines, ships, ports and more this spring.

Top Travel Destinations for Retirees

Many people want to travel in retirement and are looking for places where they can safely explore and linger. A recent AARP survey revealed the international and domestic spots baby boomers most want to visit. Here are the destinations that retirees say are at the top of their bucket list for

Marriott Hotel Guests Are Outraged About This Major Change

Whether you're sorting out a business trip or planning the perfect vacation, a lot of a getaway's success hinges on finding the right accommodations. And thanks in no small part to its status as the largest hotel chain in the world, Marriott has amassed an intensely loyal customer base of travelers. But now, fans of the company are frustrated

Irish Government Bill 1886

The Irish Government Bill of 1886 was the British parliament's first substantial attempt to create home rule for Ireland. The law was far from a declaration of independence; Britain retained control over all matters of policing the territory

THOR ANNOUNCES MAJOR CAR PROGRAM ENHANCEMENTS

Travel agents can access guaranteed commission and discounted rates at a growing number of car rental providers while booking in the GDS

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Carnival raises prices on drink package and gratuities

The cruise line's guests will pay more for its popular beverage deal starting next month, along with its gratuity fees starting next month. Effective on May 1, 2022, an increase will be added both to its pre-cruise and onboard prices

Welcome Back To Thailand: Top 5 Places You Should Visit in 2022

In case you might have forgotten, here are five of the top destinations to visit in Thailand - the Land of Smiles - this year.

Is it sustainable to visit Antarctica?

Is it ethical and sustainable to visit Antarctica? Many experts believe the benefits far outweigh the carbon footprint.

Even With High Gas Prices, the Open Road Still Beckons

Itineraries may change, and less money may be spent on food and lodgings, but road trips historically haven't been stopped by the price at the pump.

20 Alaska cruise must-do excursions

Unlike on a Caribbean cruise where most days are spent at a beach or a Mediterranean cruise where most days are spent exploring cities, shore excursions on an Alaska cruise are all about outdoor adventures

Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic: All-Suite 48-Guest Expedition Ship to Launch in the Galpagos Islands

Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic has unveiled the newest addition to their award-winning fleet, National Geographic Islander ll. With just 48 guests, and the spirit and soul of a private yacht, the all-suite ship will make her inaugural voyage

Carnival Makes Huge Change for Families Sailing With Children Under 12

Parents sailing with younger children aboard a Carnival cruise may want to let out of cheer. The cruise line just updated protocols that make it much easier for them to enjoy ports of calls on their cruise. Cruzely noticed a change

Is it possible to sleep comfortably on an overnight flight?

Can you get a good night’s sleep on an overnight flight? I recently had the opportunity to find out. I booked one of the worst red-eye flights imaginable: an overnight itinerary from Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, to Cape Town, South Africa, with a midnight stopover in Doha, Qatar

These Are the Most Flexible Airlines, According to a New Study

The travel search company Next Vacay analyzed the policies of airlines — including change fees, refund options, and flight cancelation policies - to see how each stacked up.

New York City's Best Hotel Spas

Feeling stressed? New York's hotels have created innovative and indulgent treatments that are the perfect antidote to our incredibly challenging times.

The Best Alaska Hotels, From Urban Anchorage Stays to Luxe Denali Retreats

Whether you're looking to stay in urban Anchorage or at a backcountry lodge, here are nine excellent Alaska hotels to book on your next trip.

These Are the Biggest Trends in Travel, According to Our Specialists

From destinations on the rise to the new ways travelers want to explore them, these are the biggest travel trends right now.

10 of Europe's most beautiful train journeys

Europe's train lines are some of the most spectacular in the world. Here are some of the most beautiful, from Scotland's Harry Potter train to Italy's knockout views of Vesuvius.

A futurist predicts the 3 biggest disruptions to how we'll travel

From electric highways to pop-up airports, the transit infrastructure of the future will need to be adaptive, resilient, and able to scale over time.

Open Links Transforms Golf Trip Planning Process

New website provides a robust database, easy-to-use filters, and insightful user reviews

Establishment of the World Health Organization

The World Health Organization (WHO) was established by the United Nations to act as an international coordinating authority on April 7, 1948. Headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, WHO succeeded the role of the Health Organization, its predecessor under the League of Nations

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Avanti and Tourist Office of Spain Partner to Provide New Programs in Barcelona, Madrid and Seville

Wholesale tour operator Avanti Destinations has teamed with the Tourist Office of Spain to educate and inspire advisors and their clients on customized independent travel to Spain

Iceland: 180 Earthquakes Detected Near Grindav

Yesterday afternoon an earthquake started in near Grindav. In about 24 hours, a total of 180 earthquakes...

Thailand dreams of high-end cannabis tourism after marijuana is legalised

Ideas ranging from wellness spas to profitable farms for rural communities could provide economic boost, say advocates

Wellness Travel Is Officially a Thing. Here's Why You Should Do It.

The industry is booming, so I went to a resort to find out what all the fuss is about.

Road warriors: How to prepare for business travel in 2022

As we dust off suitcases and passports and return to travel in a post-pandemic world, it’s worth revising and updating your travel toolkit.

This is your brain on Antarctica: penguins, icebergs, and a lifetime supply of awe - Lonely Planet

Editor-at-large Sebastian Modak returned from Antarctica as a changed person – and it turns out science can explain why.

What is a Cruise to Nowhere?

A cruise to nowhere may be exactly what you need! Find out what cruises to nowhere are and how to experience one.

MSC Cruises augments summer sailings with"Stay & Cruise" pre-cruise experience for Venice and Athens

A new summer experience awaits MSC Cruises' guests as five of its ships added new packages for its East Mediterranean itineraries. As demand for cruise trips surges and the CDC lifts most of the COVID-19 restrictions for cruises, several lines announced new travel packages hoping to entice tour…

Hit by staff shortages, airlines and airports struggle with travel recovery

Thousands of holidaymakers have seen their Easter getaways disrupted or cancelled because airlines and airports do not have enough staff to meet the recovery in demand as pandemic restrictions are eased in Europe.

JetBlue Submits Competing Bid to Acquire Spirit

JetBlue (NASDAQ: JBLU) today confirmed it has submitted a proposal to the Board of Directors of Spirit (NYSE: SAVE) to acquire Spirit for $33 per share in cash, implying a fully diluted equity value of $3.6 billion. The proposal represents a premium of 52% to Spirit's closing share price

JetBlue announces new travel routes from Boston to London's Gatwick and Heathrow airports this summer

JetBlue will launch new non-stop travel offerings between Boston Logan Airport (BOS) and London's Gatwick Airport (LGW), and Heathrow Airport (LHR). The service will start on July 19, 2022, for Gatwick and on August 22, 2022, for Heathrow. JetBlue flights from Boston to Gatwick and Heathrow wil…

Palms Casino Resort Las Vegas Announces April 27 Opening Date

Palms Casino Resort on Tuesday announced April 27, 2022, as the official public re-opening date for the legendary Las Vegas property, with room and suite reservations now being accepted at www.palms.com for stays beginning on April 28, 2022

10 hip hotels across the US that your kids will love too

If you think traveling with kids means saying goodbye to staying at cool hotels, think again. There are plenty of properties that go bold and welcome

For Those Once-in-a-Lifetime Trips, You Need a Travel Specialist

Because tapping a travel specialist can make the difference between a good trip and a truly great one.

Advantages To Buying Travel Insurance Right After You Book A Trip

Learn the benefits of buying a travel insurance plan within the first couple weeks of your first trip deposit.

The First Modern Olympics

The Games of the I Olympiad were held from April 6 to April 15, 1896 in Athens, Greece, the first Olympic Games in modern times. The first Olympics, or "I Olympiad"

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Goway Launches Qatar Travel Product Line

Tour operator Goway is expanding its Middle East travel options with the launch of travel products in Qatar. Goway has long been a supporter of Qatar Airways and is excited to extend

Italy May Soon Offer a Digital Nomad Visa for Remote Workers

The Italian government just voted a bill allowing for remote workers to log on from the country into a law.

Flying to Greenland Is About to Get a Lot Easier

The Arctic nation is getting more streamlined flight patterns and a larger international airport, making travel to Greenland easier than ever.

Premium summer travel plans

Many Americans are planning more luxurious vacations this summer.

St Declan's Way: Will Ireland's newest pilgrim trail become an 'Irish Camino"

Linking Cashel to Ardmore, the 115km route is perfect for a week-long walking holiday

The First Margaritaville Cruise Sets Sail in April and We Got a Sneak Peek of the Ship

Margaritaville at Sea Paradise sets sail from the Port of Palm Beach, Florida, on April 30.

These Are the Cruise COVID Restrictions You Still Have to Follow

Although the CDC lifted its warnings on cruise ship travel, cruise lines still have individual COVID-safety protocols in place.

Cruise Hotels: 11 Must-Have Tips for Finding the Perfect Stay

Looking for a hotel to stay before (or after) your cruise? That's a smart idea. Instead of a mad-dash from home to the port on the day your cruise departs, staying in the port city the night(s) before your cruise can make things much easier

Eurotunnel train breakdown causes further travel chaos

Easter holidaymakers and lorry drivers travelling to mainland Europe hit by more delays

France Travel: Many Short-Haul Flights Outlawed From April

A French ban came into effect on short-haul flights where a train alternative of two and a half hours or less exists - a move which impacts journeys from Paris to Bordeaux, Lyon and other French cities.

How Hotels Are Becoming Better Places to Work

As the weeks roll by, it's becoming increasingly apparent that many workers do not want to return to the factory-inspired ideal of sitting

More than two dozen travel destinations see declining CDC risk levels

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention lowers the Covid-19 travel risk level for more than two dozen places, including Canada and Panama.

The summer of revenge travel

Americans are splurging on seeing the world after months of restrictions, despite higher prices.

The First Presidential Veto

The word "veto" is Latin for "I forbid". The US Constitution provides that the President, as the head of the executive branch of government may veto a bill passed by the Congress. The first exercise of a presidential veto power was on April 5, 1792 when George Washington

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Carnival Cruise Line sees its highest booking week ever

Carnival Cruise Line said today that the one-week period of March 28-April 3 was its busiest booking week in the company's history, showing a double-digit increase from the previous record 7-day booking total

3,970 U.S. flight cancellations and 12,000 delays since the weekend

Air travel in the U.S. encountered major disruptions over the weekend with approximately 3,500 flight cancellations. As of Monday, there were 470 canceled flights and 690 delayed flights

The Pandemic Has Made Island Life Even More Appealing

Plentiful air travel options, the rise of remote work and increased on-site amenities have transformed the island experience.

Book reveals the best places to visit for a wild adventure in Scotland

Amazing travel guide Wild Guide Scotland reveals the best places to visit for adventure in the country. It reveals over 700 secret spots illustrated with a treasure trove of photos.

8 Charming Small Towns in South Carolina - From the Mountains to the Beach

From the Blue Ridge Mountains to the Atlantic Ocean, these are the best small towns in South Carolina.

The Ultimate Honeymoon Destination Guide for 2022

When it comes to a honeymoon, you want to do it right. T&C breaks down our 40 top honeymoon destinations, plus where you should stay in each place.

Virgin Voyages' CEO on CDC green light: 'People just want to get out'

The cruise industry's bounce back will be further fueled by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) lifting its risk advisory for cruise ship travel, according to Virgin Voyages CEO Tom McAlpin.

Repositioning cruises: Save money and enjoy ship time with these unusual itineraries

Looking for a cruise where you can truly kick back and take advantage of onboard amenities without getting caught up in the hustle and bustle of a different

Spring break travel mess: Airlines cancel, delay 12,000 weekend flights

Southwest, Spirit, JetBlue and American airlines suffer heavy weekend flight cancellations and delays.

Air Travel After Covid-19: What To Expect When You Fly Now

From all outward appearances, air travel looks like it's back to normal after Covid-19. But it's not. Here's what's changed.

10 of the best railway-themed family holidays in England

All aboard for the UK's top train destinations. After a 50-year hiatus, the legendary Dartmoor line is back, allowing families to explore the whole of Devon, from moor to coast

Top 7 Hotels In Los Angeles For 2022

Here are 7 options for excellent hotels in Los Angeles, California for your upcoming trip to this city in 2022.

How the hotel industry is fighting its human trafficking problem

Human trafficking generates about $150 billion a year globally in illegal profits and poses a complicated challenge for major hotel chains.

We're In A Golden Age Of Television, And It's Affecting How We Travel

Popular TV shows often boost travel to the destinations where they're filmed. Here are some of the most coveted locations.

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The Flag Act of 1818

The original flag of the United States had 13 stars and 13 stripes in honor of the original colonies. In 1795, the flag had two additional stars and stripes. By 1818, there were 20 states, but still only 15 stars

Positive Travel Sentiment in Place Despite High Gas Prices and COVID-19

A recently published survey conducted by Longwoods International displays a growing number of Americans taking an interest in hitting the road again in the next six months. It appears that U.S. travelers are undeterred by the threat of coronavirus as well as the high transport cost and will carry o…

Strikes, Inflation, Now War: Uncertainty Escalates for Europe's Travel Season

As pandemic restrictions lifted, the travel industry was looking forward to a strong summer season. But they may be disappointed.

Travel subscription plans from airlines and hotels are expanding.

Alaska Airlines joins travel operators looking to lock in frequent travelers and remote workers with monthly deals as post-pandemic travel grows.

10 Trends That Will Be Huge the Summer of "Impact Travel"

Travel trends for summer 2022 aren't just about going on a fabulous trip, but why we travel. Take a look at what's getting people excited to travel this summer.

How to Get Upgraded to First Class

Have you ever boarded a flight, walked past the passengers in first class, and wished you were sitting in their seats? We've all been there

Apple's New TSA-Approved ID Has Launched and Is Coming to an Airport Near You

Arizona fliers can now use Apple's new TSA-approved digital ID to get through airport security, with more states to follow.

10 Charming Small Towns to Visit Along the Appalachian Trail

Whether you're hiking the entire Appalachian Trail or just after a day hike and a hearty dose of Mother Nature, these 10 adorable small towns along the Appalachian Trail are worth visiting.

The 22 Best Places To Travel In The U.S. In 2022

For the past two years, with borders closed around the globe, Americans have been rediscovering what’s in our own backyard. As a result, domestic travel has never been stronger—or more exciting

16 Mistakes Tourists Make While Visiting Denver

Denver has become a popular tourist destination thanks to its rich cultural history, thriving brewery scene, stunning parks and more. But visitors to the Mile High City don’t always know how to get the proper experience

Leisure travel roars back - at a cost to consumers

Airline ticket prices are up, up and away, with consumers who pushed off trips during the pandemic clamoring for flights just when jet fuel costs are rising.

Bigger is definitely better with new world’s largest cruise ship

Royal Caribbean's new Wonder of the Seas, which is 200 feet longer than the previous largest vessel,

Alaska cruise whale watching guide & tips

A whale watching tour is one of the most sought after shore excursions on an Alaska cruise, and for good reason. Viewing some of the largest mammals on

Hawaii visitor arrivals near a record pace, even as hotel prices and airfares rise

According to the state Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism, March arrivals from the mainland have been ahead of the 2019 pace

US Issuing gender-neutral passports

The White House last Thursday announced new provisions in support of transgender and LGBTQI+ rights. Americans will be able to choose an "X" in the gender portion of their passport applications €“ a move toward a gender-neutral and inclusive passport. The gender-neutral choice is also g…

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Apple Computer Is Founded

No fooling. After much experimentation with prototypes, Apple Computer was formed by Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak on this day in 1976 to sell the Apple I personal computer kit. The first Apples were hand-built by Steve Wozniak in his parents' home

Reinventing the Classic Hawaii Family Vacation for a New Generation

Foster a love of nature and a deeper understanding of Hawaiian culture, all while having fun and creating lifelong memories exploring the Hawaiian Islands with kids.

Why Mexico City Should Be The Next Destination on Your Travel Bucket List

When you think of a vacation in Mexico you probably think of its beautiful beachfront towns and resorts, the sparkling blue waters and golden sands of Tulum, Cabo San Lucas, Isla Mujeres and countless others. But don't overlook Mexico City when planning a Mexican vacation.

Where to Take the Waters: A U.S. Hot Springs Guide

Whether at a luxury spa or a more rustic natural environment, a dip in a natural hot springs promises to be relaxing, if not also medicinal. Here’s where and how to get started.

Still Looking to Ski This Year? Here's Where to Chase Winter in the Southern Hemisphere

As ski season in the U.S. comes to a close, set your sights on the Southern Hemisphere for a bucket list trip.

Is it better to book a cruise through a travel agent? We say yes

In reality, it’s not that simple to book a cruise. You will likely run into a lot of questions to which you have no ready answer. That’s where specialized cruise travel agents come into play

The CDC has lifted its risk advisory for cruise travel

For the first time in two years since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has lifted its risk advisory for cruises, indicating that while their suspension of the advisory does not mean there is no risk of Covid-19 infection onboard, cruise travel will no longer

10 Things you should know about a River Cruise

When most people think about river cruising, they imagine sailing leisurely along the Rhine or the Danube, visiting charming little towns with centuries old gothic architecture. This may be the ideal vacation for many; however, the popular travel option has evolved into much more than that.

Rising Fares, Low-Cost Airlines: Navigating the New Reality in the Sky

A post-Omicron travel boom has encountered headwinds from fuel costs and the war in Ukraine. Here's how changes in the airline industry could affect the cost of your next trip.

10 of the best train journeys in Europe, chosen by Lonely Planet

A new book on rail travel across the continent showcases gorgeous scenery, historic routes and adventures at a slower pace

People Are Sharing The Hotels They Love So Much, They Wanna Go Back ASAP

Private pools, luxurious spas, balcony views...you name it, these places have it.

My 8 Favorite All-Inclusive Resorts In The U.S. The Whole Family Will Love

From Club Med Sandpiper Bay in Florida to Flathead Lake Lodge in Montana, these are the best all-inclusive resorts in the U.S.

Travel insurance to gain prominence in post-COVID world 

Post resumption of regular international flights, travel insurance policies will continue to cover COVID-19 hospitalisation, but some may not pay for quarantine at hotels

Is There a Campsite Shortage?

Across the country, hard-to-nab spots are sitting vacant. How do we make sure these coveted spaces aren’t going to waste?

How To Make Friends While Traveling

Making connections doesn't come easily to everyone, but if you're looking to meet people during a trip, follow this advice.

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The Eiffel Tower Is Inaugurated

Along with the Sphinx and the Great Pyramid, there may be no other man-made structure as instantly recognizable as the Eiffel Tower, inaugurated on this date in 1889. Owned by the city of Paris

Hurtigruten Group takes a 24.9% share in Metropolitan Touring, a leading travel company in the Galpagos Islands

The long-term investment sees Hurtigruten Group take a 24.9% share in the company with headquarters in Quito, Ecuador, and further demonstrates Hurtigruten Group's global growth ambitions in the adventure travel market

This Family Friendly Road Trip Through Florida Leads To Whimsical Attractions, Themed Restaurants, And More

This family-friendly road trip in Florida will take you on the ultimate adventure. Make sure you're fueled up for a weekend of fun!

5 Travel Mistakes to Watch Out for in Mexico

Mexico is a fascinating country with a rich culture and stunning landscapes. However, like any other destination, there are always things that you need to watch out for when traveling there

7 destinations where you can travel like a celeb without breaking the bank -

Yacht-filled party hot spots like Ibiza, the coveted coastline of Cannes or the private tranquillity of Italy's Lake Como -- celebrities tend to flock to

4 Top Luxury Travel Trends

From purposely built wellness sanctuaries to epic bucket-list getaways, these are the hottest travel trends.

Business travel lives again, as many are hitting the road

Corporate travel transactions are up significantly over the past nine weeks, with small and medium-size companies driving the acceleration

Meet the Retirees Who Live on Cruise Ships

"People ask, don't you get bored at sea?" says Janice Yetke, 77, who lives on a cruise ship for four months out of the year

A recent report shows cruise bookings are twice as strong as last year

The AAA study says declining COVID rates and increased eagerness about traveling have contributed to these statistics.

The Ultimate Guide to European Train Travel With a Eurail Pass

How much does a Eurail Pass cost? How do you use one? And where is the best place to buy a Eurail Pass? Get the answers in this complete guide to Eurail Passes.

Why Delta, United, and American Airlines Stocks Are Flying on Tuesday

What happened Some of the biggest names in airline stocks are taking off on Tuesday.

Las Vegas Strip Adding a Cannabis-Friendly Hotel

A company that operates a marijuana-positive hotel in Phoenix has bought a property just off the famous Las Vegas Strip.

Meet a 22-year-old receptionist who works at 'the most luxurious hotel in the world,' where rooms cost up to $25,000 a night

Burj Al Arab receptionist Carmen Barbera describes what it's like to work in luxury hotels, from butler training in the Maldives to living in Dubai.

Space tourism: Huge balloon with a bar to take tourists to space for $125,000 a ticket

Space Perspective Co-Founder and Co-CEO Jane Poynter joins Yahoo Finance Live to discuss space tourism and the company's massive balloon that will take travelers to space.

Revenge Travel 2022: How To Save Money on This Year's Vacation

The 2021 summer travel season may have been cut short or failed to meet expectations when COVID-19 returned in full force with the Delta variant, but revenge travel is back with a vengeance in 2022

Collette now offering more than 90% of their portfolio

Collette is now offering 140 fully operational tours in the market, more than 90% of their portfolio, giving travelers the chance to choose their destination and feel confident that the timing is right to experience all that the world offers.

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Loud noise triggers stampede at Cancun airport in Mexico

Mexico's National Guard said there was no evidence of gunfire, and the noise may have been caused by a tourist tipping over some signs.

CDC adds no new destinations to its highest-risk category

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention did not add a single new destination on Monday to its highest-risk category for travel.

Qantas announces latest ultra long-haul flight to US

As global travel continues to reopen in 2022, there will soon be another addition to the world's longest flights list -- a direct route between Melbourne, Australia and Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport operated by Qantas.

5 Reasons to Visit Okayama, Japan's Land of Sunshine

Okayama is a prefecture rich in culture, beautiful scenery and delicious food.

How to Honor Indigenous Communities When You Travel

Today, there are 546 federally recognized tribes. Here's how to engage respectfully and thoughtfully with Indigenous cultures domestically.

Seborga: The Italian village that wants to be a country

Atop an idyllic hill in the Italian Riviera sits a tiny village with a big dream: becoming an independent nation. The Principality of Seborga already has its own flag, national anthem, passports, stamps, currency and, of course, a monarch.

Here's how far in advance you should book a Disneyland hotel

Planning a trip to Disneyland can be an overwhelming experience. And unlike Walt Disney, who had his own apartment inside the park, lots of planning and preparation

The 10 best Orlando hotels for large families

As families grow, there can come a time when a standard hotel room with two queen beds just isn't going to cut it. Large families or those traveling with

This Is Not a Drill: You Can Book a Luxury Trip to Thailand For Less Than $500!

This tropical destination is a tourist hotspot. If you’ve been contemplating a trip to this side of the globe, there is an opportunity we insist you consider saving 73% on this five-star stay in Thailand.

40 best spa breaks in the UK

Our roundup pampers to all tastes and wallets, from city-break, pet-friendly and affordable to holistic, medical and wellness

Fully vaccinated cruise reports covid cases on return to San Francisco

Passengers and crew on a Princess Cruises ship that arrived in San Francisco on Sunday have tested positive for the coronavirus, the cruise line said

Bahamas cruise guide: Best itineraries, planning tips and things to do - The Points Guy

If you've cruised or are planning to cruise to someplace warm, it's likely the Bahamas will pop up on your itinerary -- and for good reason. Found on

7 Immersive Exhibits Worth Visiting In Washington, D.C.

Here's a look at five of the most interesting immersive exhibits you can visit in Washington, D.C. right now, plus, another two that will be opening later this year.

Surveying Begins on Cumberland Road

On March 29, 1803 Congress authorized the construction of Cumberland Road (known today as National Road) from what is present-day Wheeling, West Virginia to

Goway Is Ready To Help Travellers See New Zealand as It Announces Reopening for May 2

New Zealand has announced that it is reopening its borders to travellers from visa waiver countries (including the United States and Canada) and dropping its self-isolation requirements for these travellers

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Plan a sleep-cation at these 10 hotels where you'll have the best sleep ever

With dedicated sleep programs and amenities, these hotels are perfect for hibernation and relaxation.

The Three Mile Island accident

The infamous Three Mile Island accident occurred near Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, when main feedwater pumps in a secondary cooling system of a nuclear power plant failed at exactly 4:00 a.m. EST on March 28, 1979

Why You Should Visit Iceland This Summer

Iceland puts on its colorful jacket in the summer months. With up to 23 hours of daylight, the green moss and pink-purple wildflowers pop no matter when you see them.

Traveling to Hawaii just got a whole lot easier

It's been a monumental day in Hawaii's COVID-19 journey. The state today dropped all its remaining coronavirus travel restrictions, and TPG was there to see

Asheville Is for Green Adventures

This North Carolina destination is the ultimate in responsible outdoor adventure

5 under-the-radar Scotland golf trips we're booking right now

With travel restrictions easing, these Scotland golf trips should be on your radar. It’s likely been awhile since many American golfers have planned an international golf trip. But

4 Changes Cruise Lines Made To Improve Cruises

Cruise lines have made a number of changes recently on cruise ships that have improved the cruise experience. While some of these changes help cut down on

Scorned cruise customers are invoking a ‘passenger bill of rights’

Norwegian Cruise Line customers upset about how they were treated after their ship ran aground in the Dominican Republic are claiming the company has violated rules contained in a “bill of rights” for passengers

Sun Country flight cancellations cause spring break travel troubles for some passengers

A Minnesotan family was left stranded in Orlando after Sun Country Airlines abruptly canceled their flight back home with no gate agents available to help.

Southwest Is Rolling Out a Perk That Other Major Airlines Don’t Offer

How convenient is this? The carrier is looking to make it easier to transfer credits from canceled tickets.

The Best Adults-Only All-Inclusive Hotels in Jamaica

You're in luck, because Jamaica has a wide selection of adults-only hotels, including those offered by the biggest names in all-inclusive.

The 14 Most Beautiful Jungle Hotels Around the World

From Costa Rica and Belize to Panama and Rwanda, these hotels in the jungle will surround you in gorgeous nature and wildlife.

Traveling Abroad? Here's What You Need In Addition To Travel Insurance

When booking international travel, it's important to add a Medjet emergency medical transport membership in addition to travel insurance. Here's why.

Revenge Travel Is Back in 2022. Here's How to Pull It Off Affordably

Many people want to travel more in 2022. With the right strategy, you can get out and explore without racking up debt.

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Another Norwegian Escape sailing canceled at the heels of a disembarkation fiasco

Norwegian Cruise Line canceled another Norwegian Escape sailing for repairs after the ship ran aground in the Dominican Republic last week.

State Department issues travel warning for Tijuana and Baja California

The U.S. Department of State has issued a travel warning for Americans planning on visiting the city of Tijuana and state of Baja California due to concerns over crime and kidnappings.

7 Best Ways to Find Cheap Travel

Travel comes with a cost, but it doesn't have to be expensive. These techniques can help you find cheap travel.

Online Travel Community With 6 Million Members

A place that helps you to make up your mind is the subreddit r/travel — an online community about exploring the world

35 Ultimate Things to Do in New York City

New York is so vast and has so many fun things on offer. But we've put together the top things to experience in all five boroughs, from Central Park to the Staten Island Ferry, from Grand Central Station to Brighton Beach.

Travel with your furry friend? These are the top 10 pet-friendly airports in the US.

There are now plenty of airports that are pet-friendly, but taking your favorite furry pal along on a trip can still be stressful.

Planning to travel internationally this year? Better turn in your passport application ASAP

The State Department suggests applying for or renewing a passport at least six months ahead of planned travel to avoid any issues.

11 simple ways to soften the blow of high gas prices on your road trip

CNN Travel has lined up a dozen ways to squeeze the most out of every precious drop of fuel so you can still load up the car, unload your worries and go on your spring or summer road trip in 2022.

What Are The World's Longest Domestic Flights?

There are noticeable patterns when it comes to the longest domestic services.

Bucket List: These Trips Are The Adventure Of A Lifetime

These bucket list destinations are truly the stuff of dreams - at least, for every traveler that has ever wanted an epic vacation.

How to get to Antarctica: The pros and cons of flying vs. cruising

Planning a trip to Antarctica? The first thing you need to do is decide on how you want to get there.

How to enjoy the world of luxury travel in Bogota, Colombia

Planning a trip to Colombia's capital in the near future? Don't miss out on all the fine dining, world-class attractions and glamorous accommodations that the city has to offer.

The World's Biggest Tree House Resort Is Opening Near This U.S. National Park

The first tree houses at the forthcoming Sanctuary Treehouse Resort will open this summer in East Tennessee.

3 New Names for your Ski Resort Bucket List

Chamonix Mont-Blanc Valley, France; Sun Valley, Idaho; and Snowbasin, Utah just joined the Ikon Pass. Here's how to make the most of these legendary resorts.

The Best All-Inclusive Resorts in California

Who needs a stress-free vacation in the Golden State? Here, the best all-inclusive resorts in California, including a few a la carte never-want-to-leave hotel.

The Slave Trade Act

The United Kingdom abolished the slave trade with The Slave Trade Act, an act of Parliament passed on 25 March 1807. The Act abolished the slave trade in the British Empire, but not slavery

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Airlines call on White House to lift mask mandate on travel

In a letter to President Joe Biden, the CEOs of several major airlines said "now is the time" to lift mask mandates and other Covid-19 restrictions for travelers.

Dallas: The American city that's larger than life

It's not the biggest or hippest city in Texas, but nowhere defines the brashness, boldness and soul of the Lone Star State quite like Dallas.

5 reasons to look forward to traveling this summer

For those planning a summer trip, here are the trends to expect: Kindness, eco-consciousness, longer trips and, hopefully, fewer grouchy people at the airport

The Netherlands Just Dropped Pre-arrival Testing

The Netherlands became the latest European country to drop pre-arrival testing for international visitors on Wednesday, joining other nations in easing pandemic-related measures.

Southwest is about to add a new fare class

Southwest Airlines executives insist the the new fare category won't turn its cheapest tickets into basic economy-like tickets.

Getting around Guatemala is travel in vivid color

Whether you travel by bus, boat or plane, Guatemala is always an adventure. From mountain roads to jungle rivers, here are the best ways to get around.

Four Cruise Lines Accused Of 'Prohibited Tourism' In Cuba

A Miami federal judge has ruled that four cruise lines with ties to South Florida took part in prohibited tourism by carrying passengers to the island nation and profited from the use of the port facilities in Havana.

Royal Caribbean Is Headed Back to Australia and You Can Start Booking Today

Australia has reopened its borders to cruise ships and Royal Caribbean has itineraries for 2023 and 2024 ready to be booked.

8 Top World Cruises for 2023

If your ideal vacation involves spending months sailing around the world – exploring storied, faraway lands and learning the mysteries of ancient civilizations and cultures – then you should consider booking a world cruise. These epic voyages transport guests around the globe to some of the world's

Sandals to Debut New Curacao All-Inclusive in June

Sandals Resorts International will be opening its highly-anticipated new resort in Curacao in June, Caribbean Journal has learned.

Vermont has one of the world's best resorts for adults

Vermont has one of the best adults-only, all-inclusive resorts in the world, according to Reader's Digest

Amazing Hawaii beach houses to rent

While there are thousands of Airbnb and Vrbo properties in Oahu, Maui, the Big Island, and Kauai, not all are created equal. Here are some of the best.

The Best Hotels You Can Book In Anchorage, Alaska

Anchorage is the destination of most when visiting Alaska for the first time, and these hotels are ready to provide the best travel experience.

The Miracle of Strange Encounters in Travel

In the new book "Letter to a Strange" 65 writers share essays about the magic, the mystery, and the glory of the strangers we meet while traveling.

The Exxon Valdez Oil Spill

n March 24, 1989, Captain Joseph Hazelwood grounded his boat. Unfortunately, his boat was a 30,000 ton oil tanker filled with 53,094,510 gallons of oil, of which 10.8 million gallons spilled into Prince William Sound

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Tour the Country by Train for $399 With Amtrak's USA Rail Pass

The American version of the Eurail Pass is currently $100 off the regular price.

5 mind-blowing places in Brazil you might not have heard of

Brazil offers a whole lot more than Rio. Discover rare animals, diverse cultural influences and stunning waterfalls at five mind-blowing places.

This Often-overlooked Island in Alabama Has Beautiful Beaches and Charming Small-town Vibes

Dauphin Island in Alabama has all of the amenities of a popular beach destination with a quaint small-town feel.

How to Prioritize Your Retirement Travel Goals As You Age

Retirement travel experts give their advice on how to pull off dream trips in your golden years.

TSA Is Getting New Futuristic Scanners That May Help You Get Through Security Faster

Starting this summer the Transportation Security Administration will be rolling out new security systems.

What Is Travel Hacking And How Do I Start?

Travel hacking is a method of maximizing rewards to redeem for travel. By hacking flights and hotels, often via credit card, you can save substantially when paying for them. Here's how to get started.

7 top takeaways: American Express 2022 Travel Trends

From an increase in spend and purpose-driven booking decisions to multi-generational family vacations, here are 2022's travel trends from American Express

Ride Rail Carts Through the Forgotten World on This Epic New Zealand Trip to Celebrate the Country's Reopening

New Zealand reopens to American travelers on May 2 — and what better way to celebrate than with a ride through the Forgotten World?

HAVE SUITCASE, WILL TRAVEL: NEW RESEARCH FROM TRAVELPORT HIGHLIGHTS EXCITEMENT TO TRAVEL IN 2022

After two years of border closures, Travelport's latest survey finds people prioritize travel over entertainment, shopping and even self-care

Cruising making a comeback, AAA Travel says

Cruising is making a comeback in 2022 after the coronavirus pandemic put a pause on sailings, according to AAA Travel.

Travel experts share tips as cruise travel surges

Many people may have had to pause their plans for cruises during the pandemic, but travel experts say cruising appears to be on the rebound as people regain confidence in traveling again.

Here Are the Chicest Hotels in Los Angeles

In Tinseltown, the hotels are tourist attractions unto themselves. Here, the 20 best hotels in LA.

Most luxurious all-inclusive resorts to experience today

When you check in to one of these all-inclusive resorts, a world of opportunity, relaxation and opulence awaits you like no other.

Here's how far in advance you should book a Disneyland hotel

Planning a trip to Disneyland can be an overwhelming experience. And unlike Walt Disney, who had his own apartment inside the park, lots of planning and preparation is required

Give Me Liberty, Or Give Me Death!

On March 23, 1775, Patrick Henry stood in front of a crowd gathered at St. John's Church in Richmond, Virginia. Powerful forces in Virginia, where loyalty to the British crown

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Guide to Cape Town

Star chef Charn Sampson shares her favorite restaurants, cafes, and coffee shops in Cape Town.

Polar express: How airlines are plotting a new route to Asia

A Russian airspace blockade meant quickly diverting some Europe to Asia flights over the North Pole. Here's how an airline creates a new route over the top of the world.

This 30-mile Trek Bring Hikers to Some of the Best Restaurants and Hotels in Northern California

Not a fan of dehydrated meals and camping pads? This European-style, inn-to-inn trek from San Francisco to the Muir Woods may be more your speed.

Welcome to Travel Hacking Land, where if you learn to play the game well, you get to travel for for no cost

Credit card points, airline miles, and hotel loyalty programs all intertwine and interact with one another, and if you know how to strategize to optimize them, you can travel the world at no cost

11 tips for pandemic-era travel with a baby in tow

However, traveling with a baby in whatever era you’d like to call this — post-pandemic, still pandemic or simply in the times of lingering COVID-19 — doesn’t have to be too stressful

10 Best All-inclusive Resorts in Greece

From the Greek islands to the mainland, these are 10 of the best adults-only and family-friendly all-inclusive resorts in Greece.

Could these extravagant cabin designs be the future of air travel?

From double-decker booths to immersive screening rooms, here’s what flying might look like in years to come.

New York's healing mountain village

Around 150 years ago, the upstate New York village of Saranac Lake became home to people looking for a cure to a highly contagious disease. Today, its healing legacy lives on.

The cruise industry is still riding the ups and downs of the pandemic

With the CDC ban lifted and vaccines widely available, she said cruise loyalists have been returning. But the recovery is coming in fits and starts

Carnival Cruise Ship Departs U.S. for Final Journey to Scrapyard in Turkey

The Fantasy-class Carnival Sensation has begun her journey to the ship-breaking yard in Aliaga, Turkey, to be recycled for scrap.

A guide to cruise line private islands: What they are and what you can expect

What is a private island? Perhaps you're having visions of relaxing on a secluded beach, cocktail in hand, without another person in sight. That might be true

Top 25 Hotels of 2022 on TripAdvisor

From California and New York to Texas and the Carolinas, here are the top 25 U.S. hotels of 2022 according to TripAdvisor.

Repeat: FBI Chicago Warns Public About Virtual Kidnapping Scams

Emmerson Buie, Jr., special agent-in-charge of the FBI-Chicago Division, is warning the public about virtual kidnapping scams.

Overtourism Has Reached a Dangerous Tipping Point—Am I Part of the Problem?

The stunning destination of Sedona, Arizona is feeling the squeeze, along with many other iconic destinations worldwide. A new film called "The Last Tourist" offers up ways we can fix the travel glut.

The Jamestown Massacre

On this day in 1622, Indians of the Powhatan Confederacy executed a coordinated, surprise attack on the settlement of Jamestown, Virginia and the surrounding settlements, killing 347 English settlers, almost a third of the colony's population. The English had earlier killed many Indians

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Top 10 Off The Beaten Path Things To Do In Boston

From parks to unique bars, here are 10 off the beaten path things to do on your next trip to Boston in 2022.

On Mexico’s Pacific coast, Zihuatanejo is a city set to music

Nicknamed “Zihua,” this once-sleepy fishing town northwest of Acapulco has held tight to its authentic roots as it grows into a lively city of artisan shops and galleries

Idaho's Salmon River Is a Whitewater Rafting Paradise

Idaho's Middle Fork of the Salmon River is one of America's premier whitewater destinations - and you can spend a week floating down it this summer.

Canada's rare new skiing adventure

A world-renowned guide has put together the most eco-friendly, self-propelled ski adventure possible, teaching travelers to lower their carbon footprint along the way.

Inside Viking's brand new longships purpose-built for France's Seine River

The debut of new longships marks one of Viking's inaugural events since restarting operations amid the pandemic.

What happens if my cruise line changes my itinerary or ship? -

Imagine that Caribbean cruise you've been looking forward to suddenly becomes a voyage to Canada and New England instead, or that the ship you booked isn't

Experts warn rental car prices are climbing, plan ahead for summer travel

If you're looking to get away this summer, it will likely cost you. On top of high gas prices and soaring airfare, rental car costs are also skyrocketing.

Travelers are feeling the sting of high gas prices as they weigh summer plans

The high cost of fuel is making summer vacations more expensive -- and forcing travel-hungry Americans to make some hard vacation decisions in 2022.

Skyrocketing prices: Hawaii hotels are already seeing bookings into 2023

Bookings from U.S. travelers are bouncing back to pre-pandemic levels.

The 14 Best Boutique Hotels Around the World

These intimate, luxurious hotels in destinations like Malibu, Costa Rica, and Kenya are the best boutique hotels in the world.

Turkey opens record-breaking bridge between Europe and Asia

The 1915 Canakkale Bridge features the world's longest single-span between suspension towers and will shorten travel times across the Dardanelles Strait from hours to just six minutes.

U.S. Passports Are Getting a Whole New Look

The rollout of the updated U.S. passport books started in 2021 and by the end 2022, all new passports will be Next Generation Passport books.

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The Archbishop is Executed

When Henry VIII required a divorce from Catherine of Aragon, he turned to his Archbishop in Canterbury. Thomas Cranmer thus became the chief architect of the English Reformation. Cranmer denied papal authority over the English Church, paving the way for Henry's divorce

Canada to drop COVID testing requirement for vaccinated travelers

Starting April 1, Canada will no longer require fully vaccinated travelers to show negative pre-departure coronavirus test results to enter.

No masks, higher fares: How US air travel will change in a post-pandemic world

As Covid recedes, air travelers are likely to face higher ticket prices, expensive perks, and fewer flights to small destinations - but they can take their masks off

The busiest wedding year in decades is upon us. Here’s how to save on travel.

Experts say a budget is a necessary move for wedding guests who are likely to have huge demands on their time and travel dollars this year

U.K. Travel: All Restrictions Scrapped From 18 March

From Friday 18 March, England will end all travel restrictions put in place during the Covid-19 pandemic: testing, quarantine and forms are no longer required for the first time in almost two years.

How Sustainable is Space Travel?

What does the future of space travel look like in terms of environmental sustainability? Like fuel, effects of launches, et cetera?

Monthly U.S. Travel Agency Sales Reach Highest Total Since February 2020

Airlines Reporting Corp. (ARC) today released data showing ARC-accredited travel agency air ticket sales totaling $5.4 billion in February 2022, a 253

American Express CEO says the shift to remote work made a new segment of business travelers

You are going to have a lot more internal travel where colleagues and employees will come into the headquarters to be with their team

Why Wanderfest Is the New Travel Festival to Have on Your Radar

In March, New Orleans saw the debut of Wanderfest, the world's first outdoor travel festival dedicated to women.

Top 10 Cities To Visit in Countries With No Travel Restrictions

These cities are the perfect choice for a vacation without having to worry about any entry requirements or travel restrictions

Passengers to Have More Rights on Cruise Refunds

The Federal Maritime Commission to provide more rights to passengers on refunds for canceled or delayed cruises.

What to expect from the new Carnival Celebration cruise ship

In November 2022, during its 50th anniversary year, Carnival Cruise Line will debut its latest new build, Carnival Celebration, the second ship in the line's

One of the most basic hotel amenities is disappearing

Whether out of necessity due to staffing shortages, out of respect for social distancing or perhaps just to save money, one of the primary amenities that sets a hotel apart from your home - daily housekeeping - is disappearing.

Royal Caribbean announces new way to book a hotel before your cruise

Royal Caribbean has a new way to book a hotel before or after your cruise vacation. The new Royal Caribbean Hotels program launched today, which is a...

The 4 types of vacations that may be hard to book in 2022

After two years of vacation plans being halted by Covid-19, travelers are beginning to regain their confidence and are booking holidays up to a year in advance.

Hedo Weedo, Jamaica's Cannabis Dispensary In A Negril All-Inclusive Resort

Opened in 2020, Hedo Weedo is the first legal, regulated cannabis dispensary in Jamaica. It’s connected to Hedonism II, a clothing optional resort

The Last Templar Grand Master

On this day the Inquisition burned Jacques de Molay at the stake, the 23rd and last official Grand Master of the Knights Templar. The Templars were the warrior monks of the Crusades. The Roman Church

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What to consider before traveling to Europe

The Russia-Ukraine conflict threatens travel far beyond Eastern Europe. Gas prices are rising, and there’s a growing sense of unease about the upcoming travel season. So how do you protect your vacation from a distant war?

Spring break travel is here: These 6 tips will help you survive it

TPG readers from around the country are sharing photos of long lines at U.S. airports as travel ramps up for spring break. This airport onslaught is being

If Everybody Is Traveling There, I'm Not Going

We asked a simple question on Instagram, and now we have a feeling that we're uninvited to the cookout.

Travel agent accused of fraud agrees to pay $500k in restitution

A Florida-based travel agent is accused of defrauding her customers and making Ponzi-style payments to book cruise reservations.

98 Of The Worst Travel Fails People Have Experienced

When Jimmy Fallon announced another iconic “Hashtags Time!” asking people to describe their weirdest and funniest travel experiences, it hit close to home

Take a trip back to the beginning of time in Chile

A blinding-white plateau marbled with rust-red rivers and fringed by volcanoes, Laguna Tebinquiche looks like a scene from The Land That Time Forgot, and in reality it is not far off.

See the Northern Lights from These New Glass Cabins in Iceland

A four-night stay at a glass lodge in southern Iceland, where you have a chance to catch the aurora at the right time of year

Top 10 things to see and do in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia

Start planning your trip to Cape Breton Island, one of the most beautiful places in Canada, and the perfect road trip destination.

96% of travelers want their vacation dollars to positively impact the place they visit

Nearly all travelers surveyed by booking platform Kind Traveler said it's important their travel dollars have a positive effect on the destination they visit.

What It's Like to Sail to Antarctica on Viking's Luxe New Expedition Ship

Viking Cruises' first expedition ship just completed its shakedown season in Antarctica with penguin encounters, zodiac boat rides, and a dazzling panoramic spa.

Five Months of Cruises Canceled on Norwegian Ship

Norwegian Cruise Line has announced that it has canceled upcoming cruises on its ship Norwegian Getaway.

Airline bookings are bonkers, pushing prices up

Delta, American, United, Southwest and JetBlue airlines can raise ticket prices to cover higher fuel costs because travel bookings are surging.

Train Travel Could Mean Cheaper Travel

A number of European countries have been asking their citizens to avoid short-haul flights between their countries

Playa Hotels & Resorts to bring luxury all-inclusive stays to Saudi Arabia

Travellers visiting Saudi Arabia will soon be able to book beachfront all-inclusive stays as Playa Hotels & Resorts is coming to the kingdom.

5th New American Riverboat Launched at Maryland Shipyard

American Cruise Lines is pleased to announce that American Symphony was successfully launched last week at Chesapeake Shipbuilding in Salisbury, MD. It is the 5th ship in the new riverboat class American first introduced in 2018

March 17, 461 (Maybe)

On March 17, according to tradition St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland died. Some sources record the year as 493, others say 461. Patrick was born in Roman Britain. Irish raiders captured him

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9 Restaurants in Completely Unexpected Places

We'd go out of our way to visit a restaurant in an amazing and unexpected location - like the ocean floor, perhaps, or inside an ice castle.

Norwegian Cruise Line Ship Runs Aground in the Dominican Republic

The Norwegian Escape, operated by Norwegian Cruise Line runs aground in the Dominican Republic while departing.

New Zealand set to reopen borders to international tourists

After more than two years, New Zealand will reopen its borders to Australians starting April 12, and to international tourists from visa-waiver countries from May 1, the government announced on Wednesday, March 16.

How to Ease Back into Traveling for Work

With the introduction of Covid-19 restrictions, travel dramatically dropped domestically and internationally, with business travel down by 90% at the lowest point in the year. Now here are four strategies for your next business trip.

Get ready for higher fares

Airline shares jumped on faster-than-expected demand improvement. Airlines bet surge in travel demand will help offset fuel costs

No sign of US ending testing rules for international travel

Over the last month, many countries have made international travel during the pandemic easier and more convenient by easing COVID-19 testing requirements,

Looking to cut travel costs amid high gas prices? Amtrak just launched a sale on Roomette tickets

Travelers who book a Roomette can bring a companion for free for travel between March 16 and May 22. The flash sale ends March 21.

Have you seen Nevada's 7 Weirdest Wonders?

The Weird Nevada campaign includes open-air museums, an alien research center, an accidental geyser, a garnet-spewing volcano and hundreds of clowns.

10 Best Places to Travel in May

May is the perfect month of the year to see grizzlies in British Columbia, whales in Monterey, or live music in Memphis.

Would You Travel to a Honeymoon Hotspot With a Platonic Friend?

Before I went to honeymoon vacation destination The Maldives, I was repeatedly asked why I chose a place rife with lovers when traveling without a romantic partner.

9 Cruise Concepts That Didn't Quite Catch On

We take you through 9 cruise concepts - such as a non-smoking ship, split bathrooms, and dynamic dining - that were a bit of a fail.

20 Best Adults-Only All-Inclusive Resorts in the World

These dreamy adults-only all-inclusive resorts include everything you need for a vacation in one place, at one price. Let the fun begin!

Where to Stay in Cancun: Best Hotels and Areas For Every Budget

Looking for where to stay in Cancun Mexico. There are the best hotels and areas in Cancun to stay on your next vacation.

SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS ADDS CAPACITY WITHIN SOUTH AFRICA FOLLOWING COMAIR GROUNDING

South African Airways (SAA) has taken note of a decision by the South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) to indefinitely ground all Comair

Hugh Thompson, Jr. - An American Hero

Captain Hugh Thompson, Jr. was a United States Army helicopter pilot during the Vietnam War. On the morning of March 16th, 1968, he flew his helicopter over a small village in Vietnam the soldiers referred to as "Pinkville" but the locals knew as My Lai.

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UPDATE 1-Delta Air, United raise revenue forecasts on travel recovery

Delta Air Lines Inc and United Airlines Holdings Inc raised their current-quarter revenue forecasts on Tuesday, betting on a recovery in air travel following an Omicron-induced slump.

CDC lowers travel warning against cruise ships

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) lowered its warning level to just a level 2 risk. After reaching a level 4 warning earlier...

How to get the best Disneyland and Walt Disney World travel deals

Save big on your Disney Parks vacation with these expert-endorsed tips and often-missed Walt Disney World deals.

France Lifts All COVID-19 Restrictions for American Travelers and Drops Mask Mandate

France is easing border restrictions for American tourists, according to government officials, while simultaneously eliminating COVID-19-related vaccine mandates on the ground.

The Best Destinations to See Sunrises and Sunsets Around the World

One company crunched the Tripadvisor numbers to find the best sunrise and sunset destinations around the world.

Use points to plan vacations for spring or summer: They'll never 'be more valuable than they are today'

Travelers hoping to use reward points to book flights this spring and summer should buy their tickets as soon as possible to get their points' maximum value.

Flight and rail options for traveling in Europe

Plane or rail? If you are traveling through Europe, sometimes you need both.

How to use vaccine passports for international travel

Countries around the world have eased entry requirements for international travelers, but many still require coronavirus tests or proof of vaccination to enter. And for some, not just any proof will do.

Virgin Voyages launches new adults-only cruise ship

Richard Branson's cruise line hopes its second swanky adults-only vessel Valiant Lady will be part of a cruising boom as pandemic restrictions ease.

Disney struggling to fill 100-room, $5,000 'Star Wars' hotel

For two adults, the starting price is about $5,000. For three adults and one child

25 Tips From A Hotel Connoisseur

Behold, the joyful hotel staff that greets you when you arrive at your destination hotel. Boy do they know some secrets.

We Are Entering a Golden Age of Polar Travel

But just because we can, does that mean we should? It’s never been easier to reach parts of the planet that just a century ago seemed unreachable. Over 74,000 tourists traveled to Antarctica

The Ides of March

On this date in 44 B.C.E., members of the Roman Senate, including Marcus Junius Brutus, Gaius Cassius Longinus, and 60 other co-conspirators, stabbed to death Julius Ceasar

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EgyptAir Moves to a New Terminal at JFK International

EgyptAir would like to kindly inform you that, as of the 15th of March 2022, there will be a change in operations.

West Virginia’s Eastern Panhandle rewards weekend visitors

Cozy fireplaces, quiet walks in the woods, good food and historic streets were what we had in mind. We quickly homed in on West Virginia as the perfect destination.

This Italian destination will pay your wedding bills

Lazio, Italy's capital region, will reimburse couples up to $2,200 of expenses if they hold weddings in the region, which includes destinations such as Rome, Civita di Bagnoregio and Viterbo.

12 Remote Islands Where You Can Still Socially Distance

Some time in a remote island sounds appealing. These remote islands offer just that: an escape from everyday life in a breathtakingly beautiful setting where you are free to explore nature and relax

5 Tips For Planning A Spring Break Road Trip

Here are 5 tips for planning your upcoming spring break road trip, including what to bring and things to consider.

10 Best Mexico Surf Towns

These amazing Mexico surf towns serve up beautiful views, relaxed vibes, and few crowds.

Avoid these 10 mistakes when booking cruise shore excursions

Cruise lines offer shore excursions for your convenience. Instead of spending hours reading up on a port, crafting the perfect eight-hour activity schedule. Easy peasy, except you can still screw it up

The Newest Travel Trend: When You Long For A Longer Cruise

We found that sailing for 33 days on Regent Seven Seas' Mariner, in a Penthouse Suite, still wasn't enough and we look forward to a future World Cruise.

This Vintage Train With 44 Deluxe Cars Might Be the Coolest Way to See the Australian Outback

The Ghan is a slow moving luxury vintage train that traverses through the Australian outback taking travelers on a 54 hour trip.

Mask Mandate for Air Travel Now Ends April 18. What to Know

Here's the latest on mask requirements getting extended again, and what their end could mean for travelers.

Best boutique hotels opening in Europe in 2022

Whether you're looking for a home away from home, a hideaway from the bustle of the city, or somewhere in the center of it all, here are some of the most stylish new European boutique boltholes to watch out for in 2022.

10 of the best hotels with immersive nature experiences

With travel gaining momentum, outdoor enthusiasts can continue back-to-land experiences on their next vacation. We've rounded-up 10 hotels with hands-on activities led by professionals that are guaranteed to keep your blossoming bond with Mother Nature going strong.

How Covid Changed Business Travel Forever

Zoom meetings have fundamentally altered how and why people hit the road for work. Now bleisure and return to base are corporate travel buzzwords in the new normal.

9 Mistakes People Make When Booking Summer Travel

Travel experts share common missteps they see tourists make during summer vacation.

The First SUPER NINTENDO WORLD in the U.S. is Set to Open at Universal Studios Hollywood in 2023

It’s official! SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™, the innovative, immersive and highly-anticipated themed land, will open at Universal Studios Hollywood in 2023, and will be the first SUPER NINTENDO WORLD to debut in the United States.

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Albert Einstein is Born

Time magazine named him the "Person of the Century". He was a physicist, but his name is known by every common laborer, housewife and school child. His last name is synonymous with genius. He is Albert Einstein and he was born on this day in 1879.

First on CNN: Biden administration set to extend travel mask mandate for another month

The Transportation Security Administration is set to extend the federal public transportation mask mandate for another 30 days

International travel hacks: When to book

You can do almost all of the same things you could before the pandemic, just with a few added steps of paperwork and vaccination proof, experts say.

Booked with Crystal Cruises? Here's how to file an online claim.

The Crystal Cruises website now directs visitors to crystalcruiseclaims.com, where customers who had paid for travel can file a claim.

9 Mistakes People Make When Booking Summer Travel

Travel experts share common missteps they see tourists make during summer vacation.

Find Your Dream French Getaway

Whether you want a restorative retreat near the beach, a ski-in lodge in the French Alps, or a designer room in Paris, there's a boutique French hotel for you

The 12 Most Beautiful Hostels to Book in the United States

Hostels can have a reputation for being something akin to a college dorm, but these hostels are even giving nice hotels a run for their money. F

This Is the Most Reliable Airline to Fly, New Data Shows

Hawaiian Airlines is the country's most reliable airline for the 18th year running, according to the Department of Transportation.

Always wanted to go on a river cruise? Here's everything you need to know

Your river cruise questions answered if you are new, from what to bring on a river cruise to what to expect on one and the dress code. Read our guide.

How To Plan A Historic Trip Around Your Ancestry

Tracing one's ancestry back to one (or several) places or origin is the beginning of a great ancestry trip, and this is how to make it even better.

Tourism Ireland is ready for a comeback year

Tourism Ireland says there is "pent-up demand among travelers to return to the island of Ireland as soon as possible."

6 Surprising Outdoor Adventures in Mississippi to Add to Your Bucket List

If the Magnolia State isn't on your radar for outdoor recreation, you're missing out

What Are The Time Limits For Filing A Travel Insurance Claim?

Find out how limits for travel insurance claims work and what you need to do to file a successful claim under travel insurance benefits.

General MacArthur Leaves the Philippines

It was March 11, 1942. General Douglas MacArthur climbed aboard a gun ship in the Philippines under cover of darkness and ran a Japanese blockade. Speaking to the press in Adelaide, Australia, MacArthur told reporters, "I came through and I shall return."

Collette Celebrates St. Patrick’s Day with Big Savings on Air-Inclusive Tours to Ireland and UK

Collette, global tour operator, is kicking off its St. Patrick’s Day celebration early with big savings beginning today through March 18th on 19 air-inclusive tours to Ireland and United Kingdom. Clients will save BIG on airfare from 30 eligible gateways

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Air travel is about to change

Air travel has gone through a roller coaster ride during the COVID-19 pandemic

Rental car demand outpacing supply ahead of spring break

If you didn't book a rental car ahead of your spring break travels, you might be out of luck.

Why you should be making your summer travel plans right now

The official start of spring is right around the corner, which means it's time to start planning your summer vacation

Led By Destination Spas Wellness Travel Is Booming

Because a substantial number of people are willing to travel once again, hotels, resorts and destinations are making it a priority to provide wellness programs and packages to offer a much-needed mind, body and soul reboot.

Workcations: The travel trend mixing work and play

We've been taught to keep work and play apart. Yet more of us are still taking workcations, years into the pandemic - and reaping the benefits. The trend could be here to stay.

How to travel by yourself, stay safe.

Now that I've caught the travel bug, I asked more experienced Black women solo travelers what their tips and tricks were for navigating the globe.

National parks director wants to increase tribal nations' role

There are currently about 80 cooperative agreements between the National Park Service and sovereign Native American tribes. That's expected to grow.

India drops travel restrictions, restarts international flights

The country has all but sealed its borders since March 2020, decimating its travel industry.

Carnival Cruise Line Ditches Bubble Tours Effective Immediately

Carnival Cruise Line updates its protocols and ditches bubble tours for unvaccinated guests effective immediately.

The Most Exciting Cruise Ship Launches and New Itineraries Coming This Year

Expedition ships sailing to Africa's untouched islands and river vessels snaking through east Asia are among the new cruise ships we're excited about for 2022.

The Chill List: The Caribbean's Most Relaxing Hotels

It's one of the most beautiful sounds in the Caribbean, an instant reminder that you've reached the zenith of tropical beauty.

Founding of the French Foreign Legion

King Louis-Phillippe needed troops for the French colony of Algeria, but foreign soldiers were not permitted to join the French army. The King solved the problem by forming a new military unit on March 10, 1831

The best last-minute spring break travel deals

Spring break travel doesn't have to be expensive. Take a look at some of the best airfare, hotel and vacation package deals for last-minute travel this year.

FIRST LOOK - Disney's Grand Floridian Resort in Disney World!

We got to preview a NEWLY completed DVC Studio room at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa!

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Puerto Rico relaxes Covid-19 travel restrictions

Puerto Rico, which has maintained some of the strictest Covid-19 measures in the United States during the pandemic, announced Tuesday it's relaxing travel restrictions.

Hawaii Travel Restrictions Are Lifting: What to Know Before You Plan a Trip

On March 25 the state will dissolve all domestic arrival requirements that have been in place since October 2020.

The best last-minute spring break travel deals for cheap flights, hotels and vacation packages | CNN Underscored

Spring break travel doesn't have to be expensive. Take a look at some of the best airfare, hotel and vacation package deals for last-minute travel this year.

How to Create the Ultimate Travel Spreadsheet (and Why You Need One)

Organization can make or break any travel experience. Sure, it’s tempting to romanticize the life of the rugged backpacker, but there’s probably room for a laptop or phone in that backpack

5 unique adventure travel experiences to have this year

2022 is the year to finally get out and travel. Go for the best by checking out these five unique adventure travel experiences combining stunning

Hungary Becomes The 9th Country To Remove All Entry Requirements

As of March 7, 2022, all entry requirements for Hungary have been removed. The mask mandate has also been dropped for most settings.

This New Mississippi River Cruise Will Sail Between Memphis and New Orleans

The new itinerary includes stops in Vicksburg and Natchez in Mississippi, and St. Francisville and Baton Rouge in Louisiana.

Fast-growing MSC Cruises sails into the New York market

Get ready for a major new option when it comes to cruises from New York City.

How do you actually get those $49 flights?

There’s always a catch to airline sales. Experts say those sales may not be as good as they sound

Upstart airline Breeze will fly coast-to-coast

Breeze is creating a coast-to-coast operation with the introduction of its A220-300 aircraft capable of connecting any continental US city pair.

Study Finds 80X Difference In Indoor Air Quality Between Las Vegas Hotels

A study found significant differences in air quality among Las Vegas hotels, with the worst air quality hotel 80 times more polluted than the best.

This Cancun Hotel Will Make You Think Twice About Staying At A Luxury All Inclusive

While the thought of unlimited food and boozy drinks may be appealing, the skyrocketing price of the luxury all-inclusive experience has many travelers reconsidering their options.

FBI Chicago Warns Public About Virtual Kidnapping Scams

The current abundance of affordable international travel deals combined with the widespread use of social media has created a fertile environment for virtual kidnapping scams

Barbie's Birthday

The American International Toy Fair in New York on March 9, 1959 debuted a new doll by the Mattel toy company. Named after the daughters of one of Mattel's co-founders, Barbie became an overnight sensation

Collette Foundation Pledges $200,000 to support humanitarian organizations in Ukraine

The Collette Foundation has pledged $200,000 to support humanitarian organizations on the ground in Ukraine following the decision to cease operating tours in Russia and to withdraw from all other business interests. The $200,000 pledge will aid specific organizations on the ground to assist refugees and persons impacted by the crisis in Ukraine.

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This Florida Town Has One of the Best Beaches in the U.S.

Siesta Beach, on Florida's Siesta Key, was recently named one of the best beaches in the U.S. by Tripadvisor. Here's why it's a must-visit destination

Ireland Lifts All Travel Restrictions Imposed Due to COVID-19

Travellers from other countries who plan to enter Ireland are no longer subject to entry requirements after the latter's authorities have decided to abolish all the restrictions imposed due to the COVID-19

13 Coolest Surf Towns for Sunshine and Epic Waves

From California to Costa Rica, Hawaii to Mexico, these surf towns offer stellar waves and relaxed vibes

Here are some waterfalls you can go chasing

From Zimbabwe to Venezuela and California, here are waterfalls from around the world.

This 180-Day Cruise Around the World Sold Out in 30 Minutes

After more than two years of closed borders, travel restrictions, and the uncertain future of cruises, Oceania is delivering the opportunity to make up for all the missed trips of the past

11 Reasons Why We Love River Cruises In Europe

River cruises are fun, educational, and easy on the soul. Here are the best river cruise perks from an experienced cruiser

Why Dozens of Airline Routes Have Been Canceled

Last summer, as travel was coming back, America's airlines doubled and tripled down on their networks, announcing dozens of new routes. But tha's not the case this year

American Airlines Launches Flights To New Destination In The Dominican Republic

The new direct Miami-Samana flights will boost connectivity between the United States and the increasingly popular Dominican destination

Airbnb cabin host had more than 2,000 images of guests

A Jay Allee, an Airbnb host in Texas, disguised a camera in a bedroom in his secluded cabin to look like a power adapter

Qantas, travel stocks punished as oil prices climb higher

Qantas and other travel-exposed stocks declined sharply on Monday as high oil prices and talks of more sanctions on Russian exports hit investor confidence

Could travel customs suspended during COVID become permanent?

Travel customs changed a lot during COVID. With the spring and summer vacation season just ahead, prepare for more confusion when greeting people

If you've rented a car from Hertz, there could be a warrant out for your arrest

More than 200 plaintiffs are suing Hertz in bankruptcy court for false arrests. A judge is ruling on how some cases will move forward Wednesday.

Are All-Inclusive Resorts Worth The Cost?

When you start factoring in the cost of travel between the airport and the hotel; all of the meals eaten out; the cost of activities

Evil empire

On March 8, 1983, President Ronald Reagan in a speech to the National Association of Evangelicals in Orlando, Florida first used publicly the phrase "evil empire." In that speech, with reference to the Soviet Union, Reagan said:

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9 Incredible Vineyards in the U.S.

The wine-drinking experience is something we tend to associate primarily with our senses of taste and smell. But being immersed in the source is the ultimate reminder that there's so much more to feel and absorb from a wine

What it's like to sail aboard a container ship

To a niche set of travelers, sailing aboard a cargo cruise — just you, a handful of other travelers, and the crew — is a dreamy way to unplug from the excess luxuries of the world

5 Best Budget Travel Destinations for Over 65

The best budget travel destinations for those over 65, according to experts. Take an enjoyable trip that won't totally break the bank

Looking For A Sophisticated Travel Advisor Who Gives You Lots Of Perks? Marchay Is Your Answer

Imagine if you could become a member of a travel club where you have a personal advisor that is not compensated on commission and whose only goal is to create the most amazing travel itinerary for you.

A plus-size creator with 6 tips for making your trips easy and comfortable

Kirsty Leanne runs her TikTok account to show the world that traveling as a plus-size person is nothing to be afraid of.

How Long Will Masks Be Required on Airplanes?

Masks are required on airplanes and in airports until at least March 18. Here is what experts believe will happen after that date.

Great Smoky Mountains National Park needs help tracking new, rare and invasive species

Visitors are encouraged to record sightings of various organisms at Great Smoky Mountains National Park, through their smartphones.

How to Experience Yellowstone in Every Season

From elk bugling in fall to cross-country skiing in spring, here's what to do in Yellowstone at every time of year.

Cruise ship 5 times the size of the Titanic sets sail

Wonder of the Seas weighs in at a staggering 236,857 tons and is fitted out with 19 swimming pools, 20 restaurants, 11 bars, an ice rink, casino and even its own Central Park.

What an airline must do when it cancels your flight

When an airline cancels your flight it is required to give you a refund. They can offer vouchers for future travel, but the DOT requirement is a full refund, including taxes and fees.

Airlines face global route chaos

In the latest air travel news, world airline schedules are being overhauled and international flights canceled as Russia and Western nations ban each other from their airspace

This Kenya Safari Camp Was Voted the Best Hotel in the World and Here's What It's Really Like

Part of Richard Branson's Virgin Limited Edition, Mahali Mzuri, a luxury safari camp in Kenya, was voted the best hotel in the world in Travel + Leisure's 2021 World's Best Awards. Here's what it's like to stay there.

19 Caribbean All-Inclusive Resorts with the Finest Dining

Many resorts and hotel brands are known for offering fine dining options and gourmet culinary experiences.

Collette Ceases Operation of tours in Russia and withdraws from business interests

The organization will focus on announcing a commitment to support humanitarian organizations

Golda Meir Becomes Israel's Prime Minister

At a time in our history when women are closer to the United States presidency than ever before, it is worthwhile noting great female heads of state from the past. On March 7, 1969, Golda Meir became the Prime Minister of Israel. She was the country's first woman

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Russia's largest airline yanked from global reservation systems

The technology company Sabre has terminated its agreement with Russian government-owned carrier Aeroflot, crippling its ability to sell seats.

The Most Annoying Passengers on a Plane, According to a New Survey

More than 1,500 travelers were surveyed on the biggest airline passenger annoyances. Here are the results.

Solo Travel Safety Tips for WOC From a Community of Solo Travelers

Solo travel can be exhilarating and also terrifying. Instagram and YouTube are great resources for travel inspiration, but they often only show the glamorous side. With misogyny being a global problem, women face many barrierravel can be exhilarating and also terrifying.

Here's When the Cherry Blossoms Will Peak in Washington, D.C.

Here are the best places to see cherry blossoms in Washington, D.C. this year, whether you plan to drive, bike, or walk.

Summer 2022 will be the busiest travel season ever;, Expedia CEO predicts. He is not alone

Expedia Group Chief Executive Officer Peter Kern believes that 2023 will be the year that we stop predicting a travel recovery and actually start enjoying it.

Fight inflation; Why you should book your summer trips now

Travel is back in a big way. If you are one of the millions of Americans who’ve been jonesing to hit the road again, there is good news

La Palma: Where a volcano is good for tourism

Despite the destruction of La Palma's recent volcanic eruption, which affected all the island's inhabitants, tourism is bringing new hope for those determined to rebuild.

The Travel Industry Is a Total Mess. Everyone Is Traveling Anyway.

If you think it's hard to find a good flight, wait till you try to book a rental car or a hotel room.

5 Cool Things about Virgin Voyages, the New Adults-Only Cruise Line

Virgin picked a less than ideal time to launch a cruise ship. While crossing the Atlantic to begin its maiden voyage in 2020, the sleek Scarlet Lady had to figuratively “turn around”

Why Now Is the Time to Take a Luxury Cruise

As the CDC relaxes its guidelines, we report on what it's like to sail on Regent's luxe Seven Seas Explorer ship.

Hotel worker reveals the weirdest things rich guests have done

These strange stories include guests who are celebrities, CEOs and even millionaires.

Universal Orlando Resort Annual Passes Get Hefty Price Hike

There are hefty price hikes for out-of-state Universal Orlando Resort Annual Passes

The 10 Best All-Inclusive Resorts in Mexico for the Vacation You Deserve

From adult activities to kid-friendly amenities, the best all-inclusive resorts in Mexico offer something for every traveler.

Virgin Atlantic Is Bringing Back Its Pre-Pandemic U.S. Flights, Plus New Routes

Beginning this week, the carrier is adding flights from London to Seattle and Washington D.C. and amping up service to New York, San Francisco, and Atlanta

Founding of AAA

It was 1902 and automobiles were quickly becoming the vehicle of choice. Road conditions, however, were deplorable. The relatively small number of drivers had to fight for the right to even use some roads

American Cruise Lines Introduces New National Parks Post-Cruise Packages Exploring Glacier, Yellowstone & Grand Teton National Parks

American Cruise Lines is pleased to announce brand new land packages for post-cruise explorations of the country’s beautiful national parks. For 2022, American has added 3 and 7-night National Parks Post-Cruise Packages

Travelers are nervous about Europe. Should they be?

As the invasion continues, many American travelers are having misgivings.

Hawaii is ending certain Covid-19 safety precautions for domestic travelers later this month

Hawaii's Safe Travels program, established to slow the spread of Covid-19 through safety precautions for travelers, will come to an end on March 25, the state's governor announced.

India extends international travel restrictions indefinitely

The decision is frustrating a tourism industry eager to recover from two years of flight bans.

Australia fully open to travel as last state reopens border

Western Australia, which includes the city of Perth, closed its borders to most international and interstate travelers in 2020 to slow the spread of Covid-19.

This Airline Becomes First to Ditch Mask Wearing on Board

British Airline Jet2 will no longer require passengers ages 6 and older to wear a mask on board.

Traveling As A Gay, Married Couple: My Philosophy

Here's how I approach traveling to countries that might generally not be considered to be gay friendly. Things aren't always as they seem.

Largest, highest, tallest: Record-setters in travel

The cruise ship Wonder of the Seas is poised to set sail, and Carnival celebrations are taking place around the world ahead of Mardi Gras. But travel is also being impacted by Covid restrictions and the Ukraine invasion.

JetBlue pilot taken off plane moments before flight for blowing over legal limit on breathalyzer

The Federal Aviation Administration confirmed they are investigating an alleged incident of a JetBlue pilot showing up to work intoxicated.

Hiking With History: A Pilgrimage Along the Selma to Montgomery Trail

The Selma to Montgomery National Historic Trail memorializes the route, people, and history of the 1965 march. This is what it’s like the walk the 54-mile trail.

This epic $100,000 golf-cruise itinerary is loaded with Top 100 courses

The luxury cruise line Azamara is offering an 11-country blowout golf excursion aimed at an upscale market brimming with pent-up demand.

Looking for a deal on a cruise? Don't expect one from these three lines

Not every cruise line is rolling out deals galore to lure back customers. In a conference call with Wall Street analysts on Thursday, Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings president and CEO Frank Del Rio suggested

Extended stay hotels play the long game

The lodging industry is betting big on travelers who extend their stays because they can work from anywhere

Capital gains: Madrid's hotel scene is more luxurious than ever in Spain

There are countless reasons to add Madrid to your travel wish list: World-class museums, open-till-late tapas bars overflowing with jamon iberico and imperial architecture

Ponce de Leon

On this day in 1513, Ponce de Leon set sail from Puerto Rico to find the fabled Fountain of Youth. Caribbean Indian legends spoke of magical waters, a drink of which would guarantee a life free from the worries of old age

The Pros And Cons Of Travel Credit Cards | Bankrate

Thinking of getting a travel credit card? Here are the pros and cons you should consider.

Jaipur Travel Guide

Jaipur, the capital of India's Rajasthan state, is a destination filled with beautiful palaces, a rich history, and luxury hotels. Here's how to plan the best trip.

Road trip with a dog? Tips for making you both happy

San Francisco dog owner Ben Lowenstein loves to travel and he never leaves his dog, Javi, behind. Together, the pair has taken road trips to Chicago, Lake Tahoe and Los Angeles. They have hiked the trails of New Mexico, explored Utah

How will Russia-Ukraine conflict affect air travel? Longer flights, higher fuel costs, fewer planes

With Ukrainian airspace closed and Russia banned from the airspace of the EU and Canada, passengers face longer flights and higher fuel costs.

10 fun things to do in New England this winter if your family doesn't ski

There's no shortage of fun things to do in the winter in New England – even if you're not a family of skiers. Try snow tubing, ice skating or curling.

Air Fares Rose 33% In Mid February But Travel Demand Remains Strong

A new report says airfares rose 33% in mid-February as oil prices surged, yet travel demand continues to be strong as pandemic travel restrictions diminish.

Traveling to the Bahamas: New rules and what you need to know

When I started planning my trip to Harbour Island in the Bahamas I was happy to learn that you’re not required to quarantine once you arrive, but there is still a list of things you need to do before you’re allowed to visit including getting a special visa

"90% of Americans" Plan to Travel Soon Amid War In Europe

The Russian invasion of Ukraine could lead to major changes for travelers, including those who wish to visit Disney theme park properties.

Consumers bet big on cruise travel in 2022

The overall sentiment from a recent survey conducted by arrivia shows consumers are optimistic about their 2022 cruise travel plans

Royal Caribbean among holdouts as most major lines cancel Russia calls

Most major cruise lines have now canceled calls in Russia in the wake of the country's invasion of Ukraine, with just a handful of holdouts including Royal

'Windowless bunker': Disney's $5,000 'Star Wars' hotel opens

The Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser at Disney World opens to its first paid guests March 1, but last week it hosted members of the media and popular YouTube and TikTok channels for a free preview

This Hotel In The French Countryside Is A Go-To Weekend Escape For Parisians

Ever wondered where French people actually stay when they're in France? Here are the cool boutique hotels they love.

Malta is the Med's new adventure capital, with rock-climbing, zip-wires and diving

Long popular with cruisers, Malta is now luring thrill-seekers to its honey-hued shores and azure waters

The Birth of Dr. Seuss

On this day in 1904, Theodor Geisel was born in Springfield, Massachusetts. By the time of his death 87 years later in 1997, he had written 40 books selling more than 200 million copies. His pen name "Dr. Seuss"

Is it safe to visit Europe? What to know about traveling near Ukraine

Since the Russian invasion of Ukraine began last week, the travel industry has joined in the effort to show solidarity to the afflicted nation

These Are The 10 Most-Visited Countries In South America

South America is made up of many beautiful countries, but which ones are tourists visiting the most? We've got the answer.

The travelers facing down racism to see the world

For many Black travelers, preparing to visit a destination isn't just a matter of booking tickets, buying foreign currency or packing a swimsuit. Often it involves mentally preparing to be confronted by something barely mentioned in guidebooks -- racism

Spring travel: Quirky attractions add whimsy to road trips

The one thing that'll make road-trippers gladly hit the brakes is an offbeat, one-of-a-kind, eye-catching roadside attraction. Some are destination-worthy, others best experienced if they happen to be on the way to or a short detour from your destination.

You Can Now Buy a Vacation Home on a Cruise Ship Sailing Around the World

When Storylines' first residential cruise ship launches in 2024, it will feature 547 fully furnished residences available for purchase

Consumers Optimistic About Cruise Travel in 2022

Consumers are optimistic about their 2022 cruise travel plans. The Ready to Board consumer cruise survey revealed that more than 80% of respondents have booked a cruise in the next two years or are planning or considering a cruise vacation.

Air Travel Consumer Report: December 2021, Full Year 2021 Numbers

The U.S. Department of Transportation today released its Air Travel Consumer Report on airline operational data compiled for the month of December 2021 and the full calendar year 2021 for on-time performance, mishandled baggage, mishandled wheelchairs and scooters, complaints received, and oversales.

United is cutting 17 routes and leaving one US city entirely

United has revealed another large slew of route cuts, including dropping one Louisiana city entirely citing low demand and staffing shortages.

Virgin Hotels Is Openings Its First Property in Europe

Two Virgin Hotels are coming to Scotland this spring - here's a look at the Edinburgh property, which will open first.

The all-new 'Star Wars' hotel

To say the brand-new Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser hotel was off the chain would be the understatement of the century

TikTok air travel hacks debunked: Which ones actually work?

Some tricks such as putting clothes into pillowcases and hiding extra shirts in an overcoat may not actually be all that practical.

Tampa man stuck in Russia due to restrictions on air travel, finances

Americans are having a hard time fleeing Russia after the European Union and Canada restricted airspace, blocking planes from flying over.

Yellowstone National Park

The world's first national park came into existence on this date in 1872, when US President Ulysses S. Grant signed into law an act establishing Yellowstone National Park

American Cruise Lines Offers Complimentary Airfare for Select U.S. Cruises

Guilford, CT— February 28, 2022 — American Cruise Lines, the country’s largest small ship cruise line, is pleased to offer Complimentary Domestic Airfare for select 2022 U.S. river cruises. With the 2022 season just beginning, the Line is offering complimentary domestic airfare on select new bookings for its Mississippi River or Columbia & Snake Rivers cruise itineraries. The offer is valid for all modern riverboat departures through the end of May, 2022. American Cruise Lines is committed to providing the most comprehensive and seamless travel experience possible for their guests across the country. In addition to the current complimentary airfare opportunities, the Line also recently added a Flat Rate domestic airfare option for all its U.S. cruises. American Cruise Lines operates only 100% domestic itineraries and has booked thousands of guests aboard its new small ships which conveniently depart from 19 U.S. cities in

Europe's travel rules are dropping as fast as its Covid cases

Citing high vaccination rates and the mildness of most omicron infections, European nations are dropping rules deemed no longer effective against Covid-19.

What it's like traveling to Jamaica right now

I took a much-needed winter break to the sunny island of Jamaica, and the process to enter during the age of COVID-19 was fairly straightforward if a little

India's 'Pink City' Is a Stunning Mix of Palaces, Bazaars, and Luxury Hotels

Nicknamed the Pink City, Jaipur forms a point on the Golden Triangle, the tourism trail that connects the Indian capital New Delhi with Jaipur and Agra, home of the iconic Taj Mahal. It is the gateway to Rajasthan, the aptly named land of kings and a city steeped in history and early architectural innovation.

Will Russia-Ukraine conflict slow summer travel to Europe?

Spring and summer were looking great for European travel, as borders reopened, international restrictions lifted and millions of travelers booked overseas flights, cruises and tours. Then Russia invaded Ukraine.

The Best Warm Weather Travel Destinations for Seniors — Best Life

According to experts, there are several warm weather travel destinations for seniors that make for a great vacation.

Discover the best early 2022 travel deals on hotels, flights, cruises and more

Travel doesn't have to break the bank. With the top travel deals of early 2022, you can enjoy flights, stays and cruises up to 80% off.

Alaska Airlines Is Gearing Up For A Surge In Domestic Leisure Demand

The Pacific Coast powerhouse is betting big on domestic summer travel. The momentum is strong with Alaska Airlines. At the beginning of the year, the Seattle-based carrier reported a Q4 2021 net profit of $18 million

France is the most visited country in the world. Here's why

France has the most international tourist visitors in the world, followed by Spain and the U.S. French residents rate it for its landscape, culture and food.

EU closes airspace to Russian flights, as tour operators and cruise lines shun Russia

A war in Ukraine is as far from our European vacation dreams as a war in Guatemala would be from Texas or Florida

13 Things To Know Before Your First Cruise

After people who cruise frequently get over the shock of you telling them how you're considering your first cruise experience, they'll go on to

New luxury cruise line to offer Iceland, South America and Hawaii itineraries

The latest luxury expedition line to join the cruise industry will offer sailings to several destinations -- including Iceland, South America, Hawaii and more

What it's like aboard the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser at Disney World

CNN Travel goes far, far away to the Halcyon, the ship at the center of the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser resort experience, to preview the attraction opening March1 at Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando.

Caesars unveils new entrance for iconic Strip resort

Caesars Palace this week revealed the multimillion-dollar renovation of its front entrance, giving a revamped touch to the resort’s ancient Roman aesthetic.

The hidden journey made by 20,000 zebras

Botswana's Nxai Pan National Park -- part of our planet's biggest expanse of salt pans -- is so isolated that the world's longest annual mammal migration, which crosses these pans, was not even documented until a decade ago.

Beyond Times Square Launches Washington DC Cherry Blossom Festival Limo Pedicab

Beyond Times Square (BTSQ), a New York City based leading luxury travel service company announces the launch of their Washington DC Cherry Blossom Festival Limo Pedicab Tour – a new experience debuting in Spring 2022, that highlights not just the cherry blossoms, but some of the most sought-after sites in the city as well

The Republican Party is Born

On this day in 1854, a group of former Democrats, Free Soilers, and other abolitionists (about 50 slavery opponents in all) met in Ripon, Wisconsin, to call for creation of a new political party.

Spring break travel: Popular trips to book in 2022

From family-friendly experiences to grownups-only action, book a trip to one of these spring break hotspots now

5 Hidden Gems in the Florida Swing State

For anyone looking to book an American Golf Holiday to Florida in the not too distant future here are 5 of the best

Hertz profit rises on ongoing travel rebound, but restructuring costs weigh

Hertz Global Holdings Inc on Wednesday said it posted a new record adjusted profit in the fourth quarter as demand for rental cars remained strong, but post-bankruptcy restructuring costs yielded a large net loss.

Russia's invasion of Ukraine complicates travel plans

Ukraine: Stocks of major airlines were inItially down sharply on Thursday, and analysts say it will likely lead to higher airline prices

Winter storm causing slippery travel, canceled flights

Meteorologist Michelle Muscatello says the snowfall will begin after midnight Thursday and quickly turn heavy.

The least-visited national parks in the United States

The least-visited of the United States - 63 national parks offer wild, expansive scenery with a lot fewer people.

Iceland Lifts All COVID-19 Travel Restrictions

Iceland will lift all COVID-19 restrictions this week, including all border-related travel restrictions, becoming the latest country to do away with pandemic-era protocols.

14 Travel Destinations Where You Can Learn More About Black History

These U.S. cities were home to iconic figures and pivotal moments in Black history and culture.

Cruise lines scrap Russian, Ukrainian ports from 2022 itineraries following invasion

Norwegian Cruise Line, Atlas Ocean Voyages and Viking are scrapping Russian ports from their itineraries after Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

5 unexpected places that sell cruises

Yikes. Bulk toilet paper, discount brand-name clothing and ... a cruise? You might not have your next sailing top-of-mind while running errands, but you should know

Airlines scramble as Ukraine invasion redraws route map

Airlines scrambled to adapt to conflict in Europe on Thursday as Ukraine closed its airspace, fuel prices soared

16 Incredible Winery Hotels Around the World

Gorgeous accommodations with vineyard views? We'll drink to that. These are the best winery hotels to visit this year.

5 Best Romantic All-Inclusive Resorts

From the Florida Keys to the Caribbean, these all-inclusive resorts take a lot of the planning, research, and stress out of your dream vacation.

Sir Christopher Wren Dies

Today marks the anniversary of the death of the greatest English architect of all time, Sir Christopher Wren, who designed St. Paul's Cathedral as well as over 50 other churches in London

Katarina Line Launches 2022 Travel Agent Trade Show Tour as Industry Recovers Following Government Lockdowns

Katarina Line, Croatia's premier small ship cruise company and DMC, has launched its 2022 travel agent trade show season with presentations across North America in cities that include Boston, New York, Las Vegas, and San Francisco. The company has begun accepting reservations to meet with agents in those cities before and after the shows to provide them with personalized assistance in selling small ship cruising in Croatia. At the same time, it is ramping up its one-on-one educational seminars as the travel industry slowly returns to pre-pandemic activities.

World's luxury train journeys for your travel wish list

Long-distance rail journeys are making a comeback. Not only are they among the most eco-friendly modes of transport, many include the best five-star dining and luxurious sleeper cabins that would rival the finest hotel rooms.

11 secret beaches in the U.S. with zero crowds in sight

If you're on the lookout for your own private stretch of sand, these secret beaches in the U.S. are full of solitude.

It's now cheaper to travel to Disneyland in Paris than Anaheim

Inflation and price-gouging have infiltrated the Most Magical Place on Earth.

The rise of 'bleisure' trips: How post-pandemic business travel will change

Business travel revenue is expected to return to normal by the end of 2024. But how workers participate in face-to-face meetings, how long they stay, and what new amenities they'll get will be very different.

Travel is enticing and terrifying all at once

Some Americans are rushing to splurge on summer trips, embracing the idea of “revenge travel” to make up for lost time. But the threat of a new variant lurks

Amtrak's Latest Sale Has Train Tickets As Low As $29 and You Can Bring Your Car on Board

The sale, for Amtrak Auto Train tickets, allows passengers to bring their cars on board.

Book a Dream Trip, Pay Later With This $1 Deposit Deal

Intrepid Travel is bringing back its $1 deposit deal, allowing people to reserve a spot on a dream trip and pay later.

Travel: Scenic byways across America await exploration

In a short time (hopefully), we will begin to feel comfortable taking planned road trips that have once again been delayed by the pandemic. When the urge to explore becomes

Among the Vines: A Wine Lover's Tour of Burgundy

France's Burgundy region, home to the beautiful walled town of Beaune, produces some of the best wines in the world.

Canadian Port Gears Up For First Cruise Ships in Two Years

New Brunswick's Port Saint John is gearing up for the arrival of its first cruise ship call in two years this spring.

Royal Caribbean Raises the Bar In Its Battle With Carnival Cruise Line

In the cruise industry, bigger usually means better and Royal Caribbean has gone big with its latest move.

How to save money when booking hotels for a family trip to Europe

When vacationing in the U.S., it's usually easy enough to put a family of four or even five in one standard hotel room. It may not always be the most spacious

Have we seen the end of hotel room service?

The pandemic might make you think that room service is better than a crowded hotel bar, but there might be something better than room service.

The Battle of Los Angeles

On February 23, 1942, only months after the United States entered World War II as a result of the attack on Pearl Harbor, a Japanese submarine fired on an oil refinery in Santa Barbara. Only minimal damage was inflicted, but concern over a possible invasion of the West Coast ran high

How to choose between Cancun and Tulum

Cancun and Tulum are both crowd-pleasers, swathed in powder puff sand and lapped by the spearmint Caribbean Sea but they're different as night and day.

Active travel on Isle of Man not forgotten, insists minister

Encouraging people to walk and cycle is still a priority despite a drop in funding, a minister says.

Why Is My Vacation Giving Me Travel Anxiety? 9 Ways to Deal

Travel anxiety technically isn't a medical diagnosis, but feeling anxiety during or while planning a vacation is very real. Here are our top tips for dealing with travel anxiety.

Air Rage is complicating travel in North America and Europe but not so much in Asia

From verbal confrontations to all-out brawls, scenes of airplane passengers behaving badly have become increasingly familiar in Covid-era travel.

Iceland's new Forest Lagoon spa immerses visitors among the trees

Tucked away in the northern woodlands of Iceland lies a cozy new spa set to soothe visitors who are looking to enjoy natural hot springs and greenery in equal measure.

World's top 10 best beaches for 2022, according to Tripadvisor

Tripadvisor is out with its annual list of the best beaches around the world. For 2022, five continents are represented in the top 10. No. 1 is a pristine jewel in the Atlantic.

Outlook on the Culinary Tourism Global Market to 2027

;Culinary Tourism Market: Global Industry Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity and Forecast 2022-2027 report

The Least Safe Place on a Cruise

Cruise industry experts warn passengers about the least safe place on a cruise ship, whether that is on the ship or on land.

Viking Begins Expedition Cruises to Antarctica

Viking's first expedition cruising season is now underway, as guests visit Antarctica with the line for the first time.

7 Best Scenic Train Trips for Travelers on Budgets

Scenic wonders fill the United States. And there’s no better way to see them — especially if you are on a travel budget — than by train.

Our 7 Favorite All-Inclusive Resorts In The Caribbean 2022

All-inclusive resorts in the Caribbean, from Jamaica and Aruba to St. Lucia and the Dominican.

8 all-inclusive resorts perfect for honeymooners

Your wedding is one of the most special days of your entire life, but for a lot of people, the best part is the honeymoon afterward when you and your new life

Here Is What You Need To Know About Flying With Cannabis

Is flying with cannabis legal? Marijuana legalization is on the rise. While federal legalization in the United States is looking extremely...

Australia's X-rated underwater show

Each year, the small South Australian town of Whyalla becomes home to one of the most spectacular underwater events: the spawning of the giant Australian cuttlefish.

Guantánamo

On this day in 1903, the government of Cuba granted the United States a lease in perpetuity to Guantánamo Bay. By the end of the Spanish-American War

16 Best State Parks in Texas for Beautiful Desert, Mountain, Waterfall, and River Views

Deserts, mountains, bayous, waterfalls, rivers, and more collide for an all-star lineup of state parks in Texas.

Galapagos Islands: Relax and enjoy close encounters with wildlife

With plenty of open space, it's a great time to plan a trip on a naturalist cruise in the Galapagos, stay on one of the islands or go walking amongst the giant tortoises, marine iguanas or plentiful sea lions.

What's happened to Amsterdam's cannabis coffee shops during Covid

The Dutch capital has become a ghost town during Covid restrictions, but even strict lockdowns haven't stopped its famous cannabis coffee shops from trying to smoke their way out of a crisis.

Cruise Ship Vacation Hack: 10 Tips To Save Money

Cruising can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be out of anyone's vacation price range - not with these hacks, anyway.

There are good signs for those who want to travel abroad

It is the veteran travelers who are leading the pack, but, to be totally honest, that is partially because they were "stuck" with future travel credits when travel came to a grinding stand-still

Dubai airport is busiest for global travel as virus persists

Duba's main airport has retained its top place as the world’s busiest for international travel, with around 29 million passengers shuttling through the global gateway last year

Travel bookings surge as omicron recedes

Millions traveled over Presidents Day weekend. And now it seems that people are booking ahead more than they have been a sign of renewed optimism.

6 ways to travel to Antarctica in style and luxury

There was a time when traveling to Antarctica meant roughing it a bit. Many of the adventure travel companies that pioneered tourist trips to the White

Israel to open borders to unvaccinated tourists March 1

Israel plans to open its borders to all tourists, no matter their Covid-19 vaccination status, starting March 1.

These 3 major cruise lines are set to lift mask mandates as COVID-19 cases drop

The updated mask policies were announced shortly after the CDC updated its voluntary COVID-19 program for cruise lines.

Airlines cancel Ukraine flights as threat of war grows

Air France and Lufthansa are the latest airlines to suspend flights into Ukraine as fears of a Russian invasion grow.

Here are the 5 most valuable airline and hotel rewards programs

NerdWallet released its 2022 rankings of the top five most valuable airline and top five hotel rewards programs, based on rate of return on dollars spent.

Why you should never book a hotel room above the fourth floor

Trave "expert": Next time you are booking a hotel room, you should make sure it isn't any higher than the fourth floor.

Mexican beach resort shooting leaves 2 people dead, 1 injured, officials say

Two men were killed and a third was injured Saturday night after members of suspected rival drug cartels opened fire at a popular Mexican beach resort, officials say.

The United States Purchases Florida

Spain was losing its grip on its New World territories. Years of war and tension with England and France had left the Spanish empire without the means to firmly control its colonies. General Andrew Jackson, while fighting the First Seminole Wars

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The world's biggest cruise ship is making its debut

Measuring a staggering 1,188 feet, Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas was delivered last month and is due to begin its maiden voyage from Fort Lauderdale, Florida to the Caribbean on March 4.

10 Hidden Natural Wonders in Mexico When You Want to Avoid the Crowds

From waterfalls to jungles to canyons, these 10 stunning natural wonders in Mexico are true hidden gems.

Travel to China is heavily restricted, but not impossible

To navigate regulations and restrictions, here is a step-by-step guide of the experience traveling to China for humanitarian needs.

Want to visit a popular US national park this summer? Start planning yesterday | CNN

The most popular US national parks were flooded with visitors in 2021. They're now putting in earlier reservation periods, timed entries, lotteries, special fees and other measures to regulate crowd flow.

Haven't Booked Spring Break Travel Yet? It's Not Too Late With These Tips

Demand for spring break travel is high, but with some clever planning it's still possible to book a vacation.

This Is the Worst Room to Book on a Cruise Ship, Experts Say

Cruise industry experts explain the worst room on a cruise ship if you want to avoid motion sickness and maximize comfort during your trip.

A small US city is paying American Airlines up to $4 million to keep flying there

Despite the threat of losing air service entirely, there are several airports that benefit from the government's Essential Air Service program.

Why Airline Shares Are Flying High Today

A Wall Street analyst believes the sector is on the upswing.

8 All-inclusive Resorts in Bali for a Perfect Island Getaway

Here are eight of the best all-inclusive Bali resorts for couples and families.

Can a Hotel Concierge Really Get You on All the VIP Lists?

After Inventing Anna depicted a specific version of the hotel industry, a veteran of the sphere divulges just how much access a concierge can grant.

Kiplinger's Personal Finance: Travel insurance for a pandemic

The pandemic has introduced a discomfiting element of gambling to travel planning. But you can reduce the odds of losing money when your trip is canceled or delayed by buying

The Best And Worst Cities For Traveling Alone, According To Solo Travelers Who Have Been All Over The Globe

"I think people overlook this country when planning a trip, but it should be high on any solo traveler's radar.

Journeys Connect and Good Food Ireland launch new Culinary and Cultural tour program for 2022

Journeys Connect and Good Food Ireland have partnered to offer US visitors a series of Good Food Ireland tours, certified farm to fork food cultural tours of the island of Ireland.

Malcolm X is assassinated

On February 21, 1965, assassins from the Black Muslims shot and killed Malcolm X as he was about to address a gathering in New York City. He was 39 years old.

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Is it safe to travel if you'e vaccinated, boosted and recovered? Medical experts are divided

Some with so-called super immunity believe now is the safest time to travel during the pandemic. Some medical experts agree; others say it may be too soon.

Americans Will Need To Register To Travel To Europe In 2023

The European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) is now slated to launch on January 1, 2023. At that point, all U.S. citizens who want to travel to the 26 members of Europe’s Schengen Zone will need to register with the ETIAS or risk being turned away at the border

Marriott, AirBnB, others see global travel rebounding in 2022

Marriott and Hilton, two of the biggest U.S. hotel chains, told investors they expect people to resume packing their bags for business and leisure this year at rates not seen since before the pandemic.

Demand for travel is high: Book sooner rather than later, travel agents say

Planning on traveling this summer? Travel agents say they have seen a dramatic spike in demand for travel

January 2022 U.S. Travel Agency Sales Jump 187% Year Over Year

Airlines Reporting Corp. (ARC) today released data showing ARC-accredited travel agency air ticket sales totaling $3.6 billion in January 2022, a 187%

12 Places to See Cherry Blossoms in the United States

Looking for cherry blossoms near you? These 12 cities around the U.S. have cherry blossom blooms each spring. Here's where best to enjoy the flowers.

10 European Hostels That Feel Like a Luxury Hotel

European hostels can be extremely nice and luxurious! Here are some of our recommendations

Americans are emerging from the pandemic ready to splurge on events and travel

With daily new COVID-19 cases falling, restrictions easing and the strongest consumer finances in recent history, Americans are finally emerging from the pandemic eager to splurge on everything from travel and sports events to restaurants, cruises and theme parks, executives say.

Costa Rica: Why a guided tour might take you closer to the pura vida

The pros and cons of a guided tour vs a self-organized trip. Costa Rica is one of the most talked about destinations for 2022. This might be because it reopened its borders in mid 2020 and has stayed open since.

Boutique Cruising the Greek Islands | Porthole Cruise and Travel News

Greece based Elixir Boutique Cruises and their 25 cabin Elysium is capturing the magic of a Greek Islands cruise.

6 of the Best Cruise Itineraries for Travelers on a Budget

In the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, cruise ships were one of the last places a traveler wanted to be. New stories of passengers isolated in their rooms...

5 longest train journeys in the world

Train journeys have a separate fan-base across the world. Did you know there's a hypothetical longest possible train route in the making, from Lagos in Southern Portugal to Singapore, covering 13 countries over 21 days?

Destination Egypt! 10 Unique Places You Must Visit

Egypt's rich history and fascinating Egyptian ruins make it a top destination, in general, and these unique places are topping the list.

The Duke is Drowned

Duke of Clarence is a title traditionally awarded to junior members of British royal families. The first, George Plantagenet, was the brother of kings Edward IV and Richard III.

Alaska Air launches flight subscription program that starts at $49 per month

Alaska Air Group Inc. undefined announced the launch of Flight Pass on Wednesday, a subscription service that offers 6, 12 or 24 round-trip flights for a...

As omicron wanes, Americans eagerly book vacations

The country is on the verge of a mini spending boom just as the Federal Reserve is trying to rein in inflation

82% of Americans Are Ready to Travel in 2022. Here's How to Do So Affordably

The pandemic has impacted travel, but consumers seem eager to get out this year. Here's how to make your next trip more affordable.

Coast Guard searches for woman who jumped off Carnival cruise into the Gulf of Mexico

The Carnival Valor vessel was en route to New Orleans from Cozumel, Mexico when the passenger went into the water at around 2:30 p.m.

The 6 best cruise ship spas

The best cruise ship spas are so tranquil and relaxing they may become not just your personal sanctuary at sea, but also the happy place you visualize next

Canada eases Covid-19 testing rules for vaccinated travelers

Starting February 28, Canada will no longer require PCR tests for fully vaccinated travelers and will accept rapid tests. Unvaccinated travelers will still be subjected to testing requirements and a 14-day quarantine.

This Glass Cottage in Iceland Is the Perfect Place to See the Northern Lights

The idea of seeing the Northern Lights dance across the night sky is most certainly alluring. However, the lengths you have to go to see them

These Culinary Tours Will Let You Travel Like Anthony Bourdain

A new series of culinary tours has been announced, and fans of the celebrated culinary star Anthony Bourdain will love the deep exploration they promise.

Mallorca's mass tourism could be a blueprint for meaningful change in sustainable travel

The Balaeric island is looking to take the lead in environmentally friendly tourism. Sophie Lam pays a visit to test out its green credentials

This Champagne Train Will Take You to the Veuve Clicquot Wine Cellars in France

If you've got an extra $30k in your pocket, that is.

A New All-inclusive Luxury Resort Is Opening on 100 Acres in the Catskills

The Chatwal Lodge will open in White Lake, New York on Apr. 1, 2022.

US Disney resorts lift mask requirements for vaccinated guests

Face coverings will be optional for fully vaccinated guests indoors and outdoors at Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts beginning February 17.

Marriott's Luxury Collection Welcomes New Hotel in Dominican Republic

The Luxury Collection, part of Marriott Bonvoy's portfolio welcomes the addition of a new property in the Dominican Republic.

Geronimo Dies

In 1851, a group of Mexican soldiers attacked his village while most of the men of the tribe were away. Goyathlay's wife and three children were murdered.

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Vietnam eyes full reopening to international tourists from next month

Vietnam's tourism ministry on Tuesday proposed a full reopening of the country to foreign visitors and a lifting of nearly all travel restrictions from March 15, three months earlier than planned.

AirAsia flight in Malaysia rerouted after snake found on board plane

A domestic AirAsia flight in Malaysia was re-routed after passengers reportedly spotted a snake slithering through the plane's light fixtures.

CDC lowers pandemic travel warning for cruise ships

It says travelers should make sure they're fully vaccinated against COVID before taking a cruise.

The best travel deals to celebrate Mardi Gras in New Orleans this year

If you're thinking of heading to the Big Easy for Mardi Gras this year, there are still some good travel deals out there. Here are the best flight and hotel deals to New Orleans.

Why I Chose This Small Town in the Dominican Republic As My First Solo Travel Destination

A trip to Michès, a remote town in the Dominican Republic, helped me appreciate the gift of solo travel.

10 Best Places to Retire Around the World

These are the best places to retire in the world — with low cost of living, quality healthcare, and more perks.

Man arrested on cruise ship is latest to be accused of stealing Hertz car

"I am one of their best customers. And here I am sitting in jail," Hertz customer Charles Doucette said.

Inside the stunning Norwegian Cruise Line ship that's debuting in 2023

Norwegian Viva, which will accommodate 3,219 guests at double occupancy ;is being built by Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri in Marghera, Italy. Here's a look inside...

Cruise lines are preparing for a potential record Alaska season in 2022

Cruise companies have scheduled their ships for a record-breaking summer in Alaska, but it's a long way between here and there.

Act fast: Free upgrades when you book luxury train trips in Canada with Rocky Mountaineer

If you want to ditch the airport and have a luxurious travel experience on a train instead, then this limited time offer could be for you. Rocky Mountaineer

The most romantic spots in the US for popping the question

Looking to propose? These are the most romantic spots in the US for popping the question.

Start planning a trip to beautiful Fiji with this quick guide

Have you always dreamed of a trip to Fiji? Start planning your dream vacation with our quick guide to this beautiful island country.

Australia's first underwater hotel lets you sleep next to fish in the Great Barrier Reef

As exciting new developments crop up in the Great Barrier Reef, the question about their impact on the environment remains.

10 hotels with crazy cool backstories

Cookie cutter hotels are cool and all, but have you ever crashed in a former convent built by Catholic nuns?

Tutankhamun's tomb is opened

Archaeologist and Egyptologist Howard Carter was a man obsessed. His studies revealed the existence of a little known or remembered Pharaoh, Tutankhamun, reigning in 1333–1324 BCE. But the evidence was scant, and the location of the Pharaoh's tomb, unknown

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More than half of all travel destinations are 'very high' risk

The CDC designated a half dozen new places "very high" risk for travel on Monday, including South Korea and French Polynesia. Almost 140 destinations are now at Level 4, the highest risk category.

Luxury travel at its finest: Take a tour of Central Florida's 1st Brightline train

Bright Blue 2 is now at the vehicle maintenance facility south of Orlando International Airport.

Atlantis in the Bahamas Is Celebrating 2/22/22 with a 2-day 22% Off Sale

Atlantis Resort in the Bahamas is having a big sale on Feb. 22, 2022 with 22% off all bookings.

Get Ready For A Major Travel And Tourism Recovery This Year, New Study Says

Travel and tourism in the U.S. will outpace pre-pandemic levels this year, with the sector projected to generate $2 trillion, or 6% more than it did in 2019.

These Road Trips Offer the Best Stargazing Around the U.S.

Use these stargazing maps from VacationRenter to plot out the ultimate road trip adventure.

12 Things I Wish I Knew Before Traveling To Beijing

Yes, Beijing has a lot of wonderful sights to see and foods to try, but it can be quite the culture shock. Here are some of my tips to know before you go.

How We Pull Off Cheap Travel as a Family of 5

A writer shares how she and her family manage to get out and travel without busting their budgets. Should you do the same?

Europe's new train routes for 2022

Rail travel in Europe is booming. Here are 19 of the best new train routes for 2022.

Traveling to Las Vegas during Covid-19: What you need to know before you go

If you're planning to travel to Las Vegas, here's what you need to know and expect if you want to visit during the Covid-19 pandemic.

The ultimate guide to choosing a cruise ship cabin

Choosing a cruise ship cabin is a lot trickier than booking a hotel room.

Norwegian Sky Cruise Ship Cancels Most of 2023 Caribbean Season

Norwegian Sky has canceled most of its 2023 Caribbean cruises, with no reason given by the cruise line.

A megayacht-turned-ultra-luxury cruise ship is heading for Greenland

Gone are the days when you had to choose between a luxury superyacht and an intrepid expedition ship.

Cuba accommodation: A 101 guide - Lonely Planet

From private homestays to all-inclusive hotels, Cuban accommodation needs some pre-trip thought. Here's how to stay, pay, (and allay any first-time fears).

Remember the Maine!

William Randolph Hearst, the notorious newspaper baron, needed a war. His paper, the New York Journal, was in a pitched circulation battle with other newspapers. When the USS Maine exploded at anchor in the harbor in Havana, Cuba, Hearst saw his opportunity.

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The Travel Institute’s CTA 10thEdition Program Now Available

The Travel Institute has released the 10th edition of its Certified Travel Associate, or CTA®, program, the industry’s “gold standard” in higher learning for agents in the U.S. and Canada.

Norway Removes All Covid-19 Travel Restrictions

Norway Entry Rules: After almost two years of pandemic-related travel restrictions, Norway’s border is now open as it was before the pandemic began.

The Italian city unchanged since the Renaissance

Urbino, in the Marche region of Italy, was built by Federico da Montefeltro in the 15th century. Today, it looks the same as it did in its Renaissance heyday.

Club Med adding 17 new locations around the world

Now, the world’s “other” happiest place on Earth is setting the course for a rapid expansion, with plans to open 17 new resorts and renovate 13 existing ones by 2024.

Canada's Best Unique Bucket-List Travel Adventures

Discover some of Canada's best trips for adventurous travelers.

This is how to get a refund from a bankrupt cruise line

If a cruise line goes bankrupt while holding a customer's cash, is there any way to get a refund? Now Crystal Cruises passengers are asking.

What is it like on a Royal Caribbean Cruise right now?

The pandemic has made cruising a very different experience in some ways.

Hertz claims thousands of renters steal cars

Some spent days in jail, others months. One woman alleges she was arrested more than two years after she returned the vehicle she was accused of absconding with. All claim that the rental company Hertz reported them to police for stealing cars they had properly paid for.

Passenger Goes Berserk on American Airlines Flight to D.C.

The unnamed flier reportedly attempted to breach the cockpit before turning to the aircraft door.

Finnair's fancy new airline seats don't recline

Finnair's new business class Airlounge seats don't recline. Instead, passengers on the A330 and A350 fleets will be provided with cushions and padding to achieve their preferred positions.

You Can Drink Tropical Cocktails on a Floating Tiki Bar at This All-inclusive Resort in the Florida Keys

In the Florida Keys, travelers can find Bungalows Key Largo, an all-inclusive, adults-only property that's on a mission to help everyone chill out and find their zen.

Keep your distance at these 10 hotels with private cottages and cabins

During these tricky times, hotels and resorts with individual cottages are a comfortable and practical choice. With no shared spaces such as...

10 Tips On How To Learn A New Culture When Traveling

Learning about a different culture is one of the most rewarding aspects of traveling to a new country, and here are some great tips on how to do it.

'Bleisure' has replaced business travel as employees choose to work from beaches and pools

'Bleisure' is the newest pandemic work trend, and it could help revitalize the business travel industry.

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Patent Applications for the Telephone

William Orton, the president of Western Union, was worried. Telegraph traffic was expanding faster than the telegraph lines could handle them. Only a single message could be carried at a time, a severe limitation even in the earliest days of the new technology. He contracted with inventor Alexander Graham Bell

Four Seasons Private Jet Vacations So Popular They Added Three New Trips

Because of the popularity of their luxury private jet excursions, Four Seasons has added three new vacations for 2023.

The fairy-tale landscape of Slovenia's Julian Alps

Slovenia's northwestern corner is packed with spectacular landscapes of towering peaks, waterfalls, rushing rivers and pristine mountain lakes, many of which are contained within Triglav, the country,s only national park.

Experts say Delta's call for an unruly passenger no-fly list invites legal turbulence

The number of disorderly passengers on airplanes has spiked during the pandemic. Now, one airline CEO is renewing his call for a national no-fly list — and asking the U.S. government for backup.

This Glass-domed Train Is Bringing Back an Incredible Route Through the American Southwest — and Celebrating With Epic Discounts

The Rocky Mountaineer will host "From Rockies to Red Rocks" which first launched in August 2021, again this year.

The Alaska Highway: A subarctic road to prevent invasion

Winding 1,387 miles through some of North America's most extreme environments, it was the most ambitious construction project since the Panama Canal and built to defend a continent.

Asia's top travel destinations are reopening to revive tourism without China's tourists

Asian countries are opening to foreign tourists, but China's COVID-zero approach may blunt a recovery.

10 tips for saving money when you travel

Traveling doesn't have to be as expensive as you might think with these tips for saving money.

Does the CDC's High-Risk Travel List Even Matter Anymore?

The highest-risk travel list has now reached 134 destinations ... but it doesn't seem to be deterring people from traveling

Hurry, There's a Flash Sale for Hotel Rooms in Ski Destinations Across the Country

For the next 24 hours, Vail Resorts is offering rooms priced at $139 in ski destinations across the country.

Love In Africa: 10 Most Romantic Destinations For 2022

Africa might just be the next romantic destination of 2022, and these places are proving why love is certainly in the air.

These are the 10 best all-inclusive resorts in the Caribbean

For a relaxing vacation, there's not much that can top an all-inclusive resort.

Citi likes this stock most out of the cruise sector, sees shares rallying nearly 20%

Cruise stocks have struggled during the pandemic.

Is this the ultimate Antarctica cruise ship? Our take on Lindblad's new vessel

I was about three days into a 10-night voyage to Antarctica on the new National Geographic Resolution when I began to understand just how special a vessel it was.

Thomas Edison is born

1,093 patents were issued to Thomas A. Edison during his lifetime, the last at age 83. He was born February 11, 1846 in Milan, Ohio. He was nothing short of practical, saying once that he never wasted time inventing things people did not want to buy.

More countries reopen to travelers, signaling a big shift in pandemic thinking

Countries with some of the strictest border policies in the world are announcing reopening plans days after global Covid infections reached an all-time high.

Travel Professionals On the Romantic Moments That Could Only Happen on Vacation

Including an Elvis impersonator, a charter-yacht captain, and President Obama's former travel director.

The 12 best places to travel alone

Hitting the road alone? Be sure to check out our selection of the best solo travel destinations in the world.

No snow, no problem: Winter sports are booming in China

Kids from all over China now have a chance to pursue winter sports, thanks to indoor ski slopes, skating rinks, snow simulators and other attractions that are popping up, even in some of the country's warmest climates.

Canadian cabin resort changes out-of-touch name

Once known as Pocahontas Cabins, this resort in the Canadian Rockies has a new, temporary name to go along with a recent upgrade: Miette Mountain Cabins.

Valentine's Day Gift Guide: The Most Romantic Hotel Packages

Travelers looking for a romantic getaway have plenty of options to spend time with that special someone. Whether you are planning a staycation or looking to take a big trip with the love of your life, these romantic hotel packages around the world could be just the spark you need.

Is Air Travel About to Get a Lot More Expensive?

Frontier and Spirit Airlines, two ultra-low cost carriers in the U.S., have announced a $6.6 billion merger.

Once stained by blood, Misery Beach is now Australia's top stretch of sand

It was once flooded with blood, linked to convicts, synonymous with slaughter and haunted by pirates. But now, Western Australia's Misery Beach is the shock winner of the official Australia's Best Beach award for 2022.

The most popular destinations for 2022 travel, according to experts

Americans are planning travel to parks out West, European beaches and tropical island getaways

A Caribbean take on body positivity

An important part of Curacao's dushi (sweet) culture, Mama and Chichi sculptures can be found across the island and have come to represent the beauty of the female form.

Where to Eat in 2022

They’re delicious, too, but there’s good food everywhere. Destination meals are different. They whisk travelers from their cooking routines and familiar takeout spots

Cruise industry slams CDC for "discriminatory" view of likelihood of getting Covid on a cruise ship

The cruise industry is lashing out at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for their latest guidance against cruise ship travel....

Norwegian Cruise Line to drop mask requirement

Norwegian Cruise Line will soon ease several coronavirus protocols for passengers, including a requirement for customers to wear masks

Marriott is officially ending Hotel + Air travel packages here's what to do if you have a booking

Rumors have been circling the internet for the past couple of weeks about the upcoming demise of Marriott's Hotel + Air packages. A few weeks ago, Marriott

Choose a 'Bulkhead' Row, and Other Air Travel Tips for the Passenger of Size

Air travel for the big-boned is difficult and uncomfortable, but there are ways to make the best of a tight situation.

The Twenty-Fifth Amendment Ratified

In 1965, United States Senator Birch Bayh proposed an amendment to the United States Constitution that would definitively set forth the plan of succession in the event of the death or incapacity of the President

Last Chance for Collette’s Book More, Earn More incentive program

Collette, global tour operator, is reminding travel professionals that their highly acclaimed “Book More, Earn More” incentive program is set to expire at the end of the month. Travel professionals have the opportunity to earn up to $1,500 in the program.

The best spring break travel deals on flights, hotels and vacation packages

Spring break travel doesn't have to be expensive. Take a look at some of the best airfare, hotel and vacation package deals for travel this year.

The 5 safest, most gay-friendly Caribbean travel destinations

A complete travel guide to the best places for LGBTQIA+ travelers in the Caribbean including where to stay, what to eat, and things to do.

Hawaii will not require booster shots for travel to islands

Hawaii Gov. David Ige said Tuesday he will not mandate booster shots for travelers coming to the islands

Travel as an Act of Love

Travel builds bonds with those we hold dearest and helps us empathize with those we don't know at all.

A 5-Day Travel Itinerary for Palm Springs

Beyond the endless sunshine, Palm Springs, California offers great food, cool hotels, art, culture, and outdoor fun.

Carnival temporarily suspending cruises from Mobile

Starting this fall, Carnival cruises will not be sailing out of Mobile's port for almost a year.

Cunard to name new cruise ship Queen Anne; debut set for 2024

Cunard Line's first ship in more than a decade -- will be named Queen Anne, the line revealed during a brief broadcast on YouTube Tuesday.

Delta Airlines is asking for an unruly passengers no fly-list. Buttigieg's response

Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg says the US government is looking into implementing a no-fly list for unruly passengers after Delta Airlines CEO Ed Bastian sent a letter requesting a list to the Justice Department.

On the Orient Express

This Once-in-a-lifetime Train Ride From France to Italy Has Free-flowing Champagne and Luxurious Suites

Vail Sold a Record Number of Passes. What Happened Next Was a Disaster.

Employees fear the corporate behemoth bit off more than it could chew, while pass holders cry foul about overcrowding and reduced hours

Disney's 'Star Wars' hotel may be facing criticism and cancellations

Some say they're spending over $4,800 for two nights at Disney World's Galactic Starcruiser hotel, while others tell Insider they've canceled.

The Best Cruise Lines You've Never Heard Of

From polar expeditions to sailing and the Great Barrier Reef, these are the best alternatives to the major cruise lines.

4 Reasons You Should Not Book Your Own Travel In 2022

Having a travel advisor to assist with the trip planning and booking process is more important than ever. Here are the reasons why.

John Quincy Adams becomes President

In the Presidential election of 1824, none of the four candidates received a majority of the electoral votes. The race for the office of the 6th President of the United States came down to John Quincy Adams and Andrew Jackson

The leisure travel market is back

The coach passenger is king — perhaps for the first time ever — as airlines scramble for a larger share of the booming leisure travel market.

A New Luxury Way To Visit Angkor Wat

Angkor Wat is a true Bucket List destination and one of the most amazing Wonders of the World. Visiting it in luxury style just got easier and cheaper.

Australia to reopen to vaccinated international travelers this month

Australia will open its borders to fully vaccinated international travelers from late February, Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison announced on Monday after a meeting of the government's national security committee.

COVID travel restrictions for every European country

COVID in Europe: An updated list of travel restrictions for every European country

How To Save on Winter Travel to the 10 Most Popular U.S. Cities

Cooling temperatures and snowfall remind us it's time to make winter travel plans. Whether you're going to spend time with family for the early parts of this year or simply enjoy some well-deserved...

Taking A Trip During The 'Shoulder Season' Is A Game-Changer For Solo Travelers

If you're a woman who's been wanting to travel solo, but doesn't know where to start, here are the 10 best tips and destinations, according to travel experts.

7 Mistakes People Make When Booking Travel Through Third-Party Sites

Experts share the common issues with planning trips through places like Expedia and Priceline and how to avoid them.

Why Royal Caribbean, Carnival, and Norwegian Cruise Bounced Today

One analyst shook his head at last week's sell-off -- and said Royal Caribbean is still a buy.

Disney Wish cancels first 12 cruises out of Port Canaveral due to construction delays

Disney Wish has canceled the first 12 cruises planned from Port Canaveral. Construction delays have pushed back the first sailing by 5 weeks.

This is the worst airline in the U.S.

The Wall Street Journal's latest annual ranking of the nine largest U.S. airlines takes into account factors like cancellations, delays and passenger complaints.

15 Incredible Luxury Hotels With Fewer Than 20 Rooms

A selection of the best small luxury hotels, with fewer than 20 rooms, around the world, from African safari lodges to townhouse hotels in London.

13 Gorgeous New Hotels And Villas Opening In Greece In 2022

There are many reasons to visit the Greek Islands, and in 2022 there will be more hotels and villas to welcome visitors to the islands.

Mary Queen of Scots is beheaded

For 19 years Mary Stuart lived in gentle confinement, the "guest" of Queen Elizabeth I. Mary Queen of Scots' impetuous nature and boldness kept her in trouble with her royal relations. She had conspired in the death of her husband with her lover, the act for which she was

Vancouver named best global city for solo travel on Valentine's Day | Curated

Vancouver came out on top in a new ranking that indexes the best cities for solo travelers -- perfect for Valentine's Day getaways

Denmark, Finland, Sweden & Spain Lift Coronavirus Restrictions

A few European countries recently followed the UK in lifting all coronavirus restrictions on social gatherings, including capacity restrictions, the need to wear face masks and COVID pass requirements.

We're On Board For This Unique New Napa Valley Wine Train Experience

A new experience onboard the popular Napa Valley Wine Train: high tea, and it kicks off in April and runs every weekend until the end of May.

Sweet Savannah: Tour Of The City's Tastiest Desserts

Your tour of Savannah, Georgia just got a whole lot sweeter with its best dessert stops all within one booking.

Carnival Cruise Lines Confirms Two More Ships To Leave Fleet

Carnival Cruise Line has confirmed two more ships will leave its fleet: Carnival Sensation and Carnival Ecstasy

I Went on My First Gay Cruise; Here's What It Was Like

Here's why I chose vacation company Vacaya to book my first gay cruise, a seven-day Caribbean cruise on the Celebrity Millennium ship.

24 hours on the Coast Starlight, one of America's most scenic train routes

Along the West Coast of the United States, 1,377 miles of railroad tracks run from Seattle to Los Angeles -- a route often named as one of the most beautiful train journeys in America.

Southwest Airlines made a huge change, separating the haves from the have nots

You thought you'd never see this day? Well, here it seems to be.

11 Best All-inclusive Resorts in the Dominican Republic for Your Next Worry-free Getaway

Looking for your next beach vacation? Find paradise at these Dominican Republic all-inclusive resorts for adults-only and family vacations.

6 things I look for in a hotel when traveling with my young family

Here are six things I look for in a hotel when traveling with my family, which includes two small children.

Travel and tourism expected to grow to $8.6 trillion in 2022

Could brighter days be ahead? Travel and tourism is expected to return to almost pre-pandemic levels this year

Annoying Travel Fees You Can Avoid With The Right Card Lineup | Bankrate

By leveraging the right credit cards, you can save money on travel and have more to spend at your destination. Here are five common travel fees you can avoid.

Charles Dickens is born

The great English novelist Charles Dickens was born on February 7, 1812. Dickens was born in Landport, Portsmouth in Hampshire, the second of eight children in a solidly middle-class family.

Frontier and Spirit to merge creating fifth-largest airline in U.S.

Frontier Airlines and Spirit Airlines have agreed to merge, creating what would become the fifth-largest airline in the country.

Why this Caribbean archipelago is a prime spot to visit next

Puerto Rico has been through a lot -- storms, disease, quakes. But it's resilient and is now primed to offer travelers more than ever.

Planning the perfect photo cruise to Antarctica

What you need to know before you set off on a wildlife photography cruise to Antartica, the Seventh Continent

How to Score Last-Minute Cruise Deals in 2022

It goes without saying: Planning a cruise vacation looks different now than it did before the COVID-19 pandemic began. Prior to the coronavirus outbreak, the cruise industry was at its height. KPMG reported that an estimated 32 million people would cruise in 2020, up from 28.5 million in 2018 and

How to Plan for a Trip to French Polynesia

Use these French Polynesia travel tips, from understanding COVID travel restrictions to advice on the best way to get there, to plan a trip here in 2022.

In the Missouri Breaks of Montana, paddling into the past

It’s a cliche to say that trips through the canyonlands of the West are “journeys through time,” but it’s true.

How different is an Alaska cruise vs Caribbean?

An Alaska cruise sounds like an amazing adventure, but how different is it from a Caribbean cruise?

Airlines urge White House to end COVID international travel testing rules

Major airlines, business and travel groups urged the White House on Wednesday to end COVID-19 pre-departure testing requirements for vaccinated international passengers traveling to the United States.

What Is The Future Of Air Travel?

What will air travel look like in 2035 and beyond? Learn more about the latest trends in the aviation industry and how your flying experience will change over the next few decades.

Going abroad? Your destination may require travel insurance

About a dozen countries have added an insurance mandate for tourists during the pandemic era, to cover costs related to Covid-19.

This Hidden Gem in Portugal Is Home to Some of the Country's Best Hiking Trails

Known to some as the end of the world, the Vicentine Coast is one of the best hiking destinations in Portugal.

Hawaii bill looks to outlaw small complimentary toiletries at hotels

Lawmakers are looking at a bill that would do away with single-use plastic toiletries at hotels, and instead encourage them to provide things like shampoo, conditioner, and soap in bulk dispensers.

These Hotels Offer Affordable Luxury Priced Under $200

Budget-conscious travelers can still find deals on high-end hotels and resorts without sacrificing quality. These hotels offer upscale accommodations priced under $200 per night.

The Incredible Story of How One Luxury Resort Survived the Pandemic

How did Vomo Island Fiji come back better than ever? To start with, prestige TV, champagne, and field days.

This is what travel looks like as COVID-19 goes into an endemic phase

As we enter the third season of the pandemic, it feels like we have more questions than answers. That's especially true for travelers.

George Washington Elected President

There were giants in those days. The Electoral College unanimously elected Washington, the only time a president has received 100% of the vote, in 1789 with John Adams elected as his vice president.

New Zealand announces plans to reopen to the world

New Zealand has announced it will begin reopening to the world, signaling an end to nearly two years of tough border rules that have separated families and shut out almost all foreigners.

How to travel to Southeast Asia during COVID-19 - Lonely Planet

Here's your guide to traveling in Southeast Asia during the pandemic: what's open, what's not, what you need to travel there and how to cross borders.

Why Private Adventure Trips Are Booming

Private biking, hiking, rafting and exploration trips are more popular than ever.

10 budget-friendly golf trips you should take this spring

If you're thinking about planning a golf trip this spring, consider these 10 destinations that all feature affordable courses to play

Cruise ship news: 7 awful things that could happen to passengers now!

If you're boarding a cruise ship soon, the recent news reports on the industry are probably causing concern. Here's what you need to know.

Best Antarctica cruise ships: 11 stylish expedition vessels exploring the White Continent

There's never been a better time to travel to Antarctica -- at least when it comes to getting there in comfort and style.

Airlines, travel groups ask Biden administration to drop Covid testing before international flights

The U.K. took a similar step that takes effect later this month.

Alaska Airlines' Flash Sale with Flights as Low as $29 Ends Tonight

If you're ready for a getaway but don't want to splurge on flights, Alaska Airlines is having the sale for you just don't hesitate to book.

The world's most romantic hotel

The world's most romantic hotel is in Utah, a travel company says and it's expensive

Stay at the 'Dirty Dancing' hotel 35 years after the film debuted

Mountain Lake Lodge offers Dirty Dancing Weekends with activities inspired by the movie.

Flights canceled as states from New Mexico to Vermont brace for winter storm

A severe winter storm is expected to affect states from New Mexico to Vermont, with the National Weather Service warning of hazardous conditions.

Travel is 'roaring back' but the industry might not be ready for a boom

Despite the omicron variant, travelers are making plans to hit the road this year, whether the industry is ready for them or not.

The Sixteenth Amendment Ratified (Income Tax)

On February 3, 1913, the Sixteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution was ratified by the United States Congress, allowing the Federal government to collect a tax based on income

How to savor travel like an Italian

From dressing well to celebrating each meal, a Rome-based author offers tips for living la dolce vita

Early bloomers: 10 of the best UK gardens for late winter and early spring

Take a morale-boosting stroll around one of these UK gardens, where winter interest mixes with the colours of early spring

8 unusual animal migrations and where to see them

It's not just wildebeest and humpback whales that make huge journeys. Here are nature's great migrations.

Wellness Resorts Can Have a Bad Reputation. But What's It Really Like to Stay at One?

With popular shows like 'Nine Perfect Strangers' giving wellness resorts and retreats a bad reputation, I decided to go and see what it’s actually like to stay at one.

Do cruisers want less-inclusive fares? Some lines say yes

We’ve all heard the saying that too much is never enough, but some cruise lines disagree. Atlas Ocean Voyages, a new luxury expedition cruise line that debuted in 2021, is making its fares less inclusive

Expedition cruises 2022: New ships sailing maiden voyages

Find out everything you need to know about new expedition cruise ships setting sail in 2022 from Seabourn to Viking cruises.

Winter Travel: Over 1,600 Flights Canceled Thursday At Airports From Texas To The Midwest

February kicks off with a major storm that's expected to hobble air travel later this week.

The Fanciest Sleeper Car Trains Around the World

Train travel is about the journey, not just the destination. With that in mind, here are nine luxury sleeper car trains to hop aboard around the world.

My 7 Favorite Perks Enjoyed Staying At All-Inclusive Resorts

All-inclusive resorts provide perks, services, and comforts that are hard to find with other types of travel.

I stayed in a 5-star hotel. Here are 10 things that surprised me.

Free minibars, plush robes, nightly smores, and complimentary car rentals were a few unexpected perks Insider's reporter found at five-star hotels.

Mexico rated 'very high' risk for travel by the CDC

After more than six months in the CDC's lower-risk Level 3 travel category, Mexico moved into risk Level 4 on Monday along with 11 other destinations, including Brazil and Chile.

Americans are ready to travel as their omicron fears fade

American travelers seem to have largely brushed off the hesitation fueled by surging Covid-19 cases.

The Incorporation of New Amsterdam (NYC)

On February 2, 1653, New Amsterdam, as it was by then called, received a grant of incorporation, becoming a city. On August 27, 1664, a small fleet of English ships seized the city and renamed it New York.

SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS RECORDS EXCEPTIONAL OPERATIONAL PERFORMANCE SINCE RELAUNCHING FLIGHTS

After a successful relaunch in September last year, South African Airways (SAA) has just recorded operating over 1,000 flights and is now leading its local competitors when it comes to on-time performance

16 Relaxing Natural Hot Springs in California

Enjoy a soak in these scenic California hot springs. Long revered for their healing and restorative powers, natural hot springs are marvelous places to soothe sore muscles after a day of sightseeing or adventuring outdoors. For centuries in the United States, Native Americans heralded mineral-rich waters as sacred places, bathing and soaking in hot

New York's Grand Central Station Opens

Grand Central Terminal ("Station" is not a part of its official name) at 42nd Street and Park Avenue in Midtown Manhattan was built by the New York Central Railroad. The terminal represents the largest train station in the world gauged by the number of tracks. Grand Central contains restaurants, delis, bakeries, news stands, a gourmet and fresh food market, and more than thirty retail stores. The clock on the front of the building contains the world's largest example of

How a Motorcycle Trip Through the Americas Turned Into a Lesson on Humility

Leaving home with no return ticket for the first time, writer J.R. Patterson learns to value the journey over the destination.

Traveling for spring break? Experts say now is the best time to book trip

Florida will once again be a popular spot to visit even with omicron still trying to play spoiler.

Rhine river cruises: Best places to visit

Find out all about highlights on a Rhine river cruise as a Viking photographer shares his experience of the gorgeous waterway.

Cruise ship enters launch hazard area, forcing SpaceX to scrub mission a fourth time

A cruise ship veered into the exclusion zone along a Falcon 9 rocket's flightpath Sunday evening, forcing SpaceX to scrub the mission yet again.

The Most On-time Airlines and Airports in the U.S. And Around the Globe

Hawaiian Airlines is the most punctual airline in the United States, according to a new study shared with Travel + Leisure.

Updated: Delta issues travel waiver ahead of winter weather in South Central Plains, Texas

Due to forecasted winter weather in the South Central Plains and Texas, Delta has issued a travel waiver for those who may be impacted – effective Feb. 2-3.

U.S. CDC warns against travel to Mexico, Brazil, Singapore over COVID-19

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Monday advised against travel to a dozen countries because of high rates of coronavirus infection, including Mexico, Brazil, Singapore, Ecuador, Kosovo, Philippines and Paraguay.

Going To Tahiti? What Airline To Fly And Where To Stay

Tahiti is the most populous island in French Polynesia and many travelers use the island as a stopover destination for a night or two

The 10 Best All-Inclusive Ski Resorts to Visit | The Manual

All-inclusive vacations can take the stress out of planning a trip while also saving money.

All dogs go to Hilton and IHG's big bet on luxury: Hotel news you might have missed

To keep you in the know, we’ve rounded up a handful of hotel stories you might’ve missed this month, from one Hilton brand becoming 100% pet-friendly to a slew of new hotels

Travel Nevada unveils inaugural 'Seven Weirdest Wonders' list

Travelers looking for a super strange or off-the-beaten-path trip idea, look no further. Travel Nevada is releasing its inaugural list of the state's Seven Weirdest Wonders.

Millennials Can't Get Enough of This Stretch of Florida Coast

Why people of a certain age are flocking to Tampa and St. Petersburg.

Iceland Expects One Million Tourists In 2022

Despite a short-term dip in tourism due to Omicron, a new report estimates up to 1.2 million tourists will come to Iceland in 2022.

Carnival Celebrations Return to Argentina in 2022

Argentina's carnival celebrations will be making a comeback in 2022 under health and safety protocols after a hiatus due to the Covid-19...

The case for visiting offbeat museums and attractions

As the pandemic continues, small museums, roadside attractions and “art environments” present an uncrowded antidote to more mainstream offerings, and our visits can help to keep their doors open.

The Four Successful Types Of Wine Tourism

Wine tourism is becoming more and more critical for wineries to be successful in wine tourism. In California it brings in $2 billion annually. There are four different types of wine tourism and three very different wine tourists.

A wary welcome: Return of cruise travel to Maui met with mixed reviews

State officials confirm there are passengers currently positive with COVID-19 onboard the ship.

Cruise ships returning to west Michigan for busy travel season

Muskegon is expected to be one of 10 expected stops for one of the cruise ships expected to traverse the Great Lakes this summer.

How Traveling by Train Led Me to Learn About My Family's Black History

As a Black traveler, this 52-hour train ride gave me a powerful perspective on my family's history.

What should I do if my flight has been canceled or delayed?

Here are some expert tips about what travelers should do when flights are delayed or canceled.

Are All-Inclusive Hotels Actually a Good Deal? Here’s What Travel Experts Say

There's something very appealing about planning a no-planning vacation either in the United States or abroad. No need to shop around for the best price on a rental car or check on

Sleep small in New Orleans at these 4 boutique hotels

If a big box hotel isn't your jam, New Orleans has plenty of options for you. Here are four recently-opened small hotels to consider.

CDC adds "do not travel" warnings for 15 countries including more popular Caribbean destinations

With cases of omicron still surging, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is warning Americans not to travel to 15 additional countries,

Guy Fawkes is Hanged

The infamous Gunpowder Plot of 1605 was an attempt by a group of conspirators to kill King James I of England, his family, and most of the House of Lords by blowing up the Palace of Westminster during the State Opening of Parliament

US Consulate Warns Los Cabos Hospital Preys on Americans

MEXICO CITY (AP) - The U.S. government is warning Americans to avoid a hospital at a Mexican beach destination, following years of complaints that the facility preyed on Americans by overcharging, bullying them and refusing to release medical records.

Why Is Everyone Going to the Dominican Republic?

The country is a rare pandemic success story, with recent visitor numbers far surpassing those of most other Caribbean destinations. Easy entry rules are a draw, but some residents are uneasy.

Ancient Bhutan trail set to open for first time in 60 years

Visiting the Land of the Thunder Dragon can be challenging, but there's new incentive to finally cross it off the bucket list in 2022 as its breathtaking Trans Bhutan Trail will be reopening to travelers for the first time in 60 years.

Adventure awaits in Central America. Now it just needs tourists

Havens for adventure travel such as Costa Rica and Guatemala have struggled to bring tourists back

French connections - Skiing in France: Beautiful slopes, delicious food… but too steep a price?

France is considered one of the top destinations in the world for winter sports. Ski culture goes beyond the slopes

The World's New Largest Cruise Ship Joins Royal Caribbean's Fleet

Royal Caribbean is known for having the largest cruise ships in the world, and today its fleet just got a little bigger.

Thanks to a newly designed cruise ship, Florida may soon be a major player in river cruises

Last year while many cruise lines were still months from any hope of reopening, U.S.-based cruises were able to restart. And new developments in the...

Amtrak's Latest Sale Has Tickets Starting At $19, but You'll Have to Book Fast

Amtrak is putting some of its most popular routes on sale, allowing travelers to head to destinations throughout the Northeast starting at only $19.

United Airlines opens flight academy to address pilot shortage

United Airlines is recruiting students, no experience needed, for the first major airline-owned pilot flight academy to help fill the critical shortage of airline pilots. United says 50 percent of its students will be women or minorities

These New Sleeper Train Routes Are the Most Stylish Way to Travel Through Europe

With new sleeper train routes rolling out across Europe, travelers can meander through Italy, France, and Sweden inside their own comfortable compartment.

Does your hotel or Airbnb come with a hidden camera? Here's how to find out

Airbnb guests have recently reported frightening instances of finding a hidden camera during their stay. Here's how to spot them in your next rental.

Traveling with family or for fun? Take a look at extended-stay hotels.

An extended-stay hotel offers a home away from home that isn’t someone else’s. For the most part, units in these properties are more akin to apartments

Bomb cyclone set to form along East Coast

It's the biggest blizzard since 2018 to strike the Northeast.

Survey: Vaccinated Americans Are Driving Travel Demand

Folks who have gotten their jabs are much more likely to travel within the next six months, according to research from Cardify.

Henry VIII Dies

The second Tudor King consolidated power in the monarchy, which consequently made him possibly the most powerful of British kings. Famously married six times, Henry's love life landed him cross-ways with the Roman Church

Collette Offers Big Savings and the chance to Explore in Destinations close to Home

Collette, global tour operator, is thrilled to announce the opportunity to save up to 15% on tours in the United States, with an incredible chance for your clients to explore close to home.

Collette Offers Big Savings and the chance to Explore in Destinations close to Home

Collette, global tour operator, is thrilled to announce the opportunity to save up to 15% on tours in the United States, with an incredible chance for your clients to explore close to home.

As Bangkok reopens to tourists, here's what it's like to visit now

As Omicron fears subside, Thailand is relaunching its test & go program, which allows vaccinated travelers from certain countries to enter without facing lengthy quarantines. Here's a look at what tourists coming now can expect.

The Galapagos and Costa Rica Are Creating an Underwater 'Ocean Highway'

The first step is the brand-new Galapagos Marine Reserve, which expands the total protected area in the archipelago to nearly 75,000 square miles, making it more than twice the size of Maryland.

How to Travel Solo During the Pandemic

The way we travel may be changing with the spread of Covid-19, but here are ways to stay informed and stay as safe as possible.

Why does it feel like covid requirements for travel are more confusing than ever?

Now more than ever, travelers have to cross an ocean of red tape when they want to go abroad. But did you know that pandemic requirements for travelers are even confusing to the people enforcing them?

7 Cruise Trends You'll See in 2022

As the cruise industry continues to evolve, we've identified some trends we're already seeing, and will continue to see in 2022.

Top 10 New Things on Disney Wish

Disney Cruise Line is launching its first new ship in 10 years, Disney Wish. Set to debut in the summer of 2022, it is the first of its new Triton class series.

Carry-On Luggage Sizes: Size Restrictions by Airline

Every airline has a strict set of rules to follow when it comes to carry-on luggage.

United Airlines Flight Turns Around After Passengers Tried to Upgrade Themselves to Business Class

A United Airlines flight heading to Israel was forced to turn around mid-flight after a pair of passengers tried to upgrade themselves to empty business class seats.

Wynn Resorts wants to bring 'gaming' to the UAE

Casino operator Wynn Resorts has inked a deal to build a luxury resort in Ras Al Khaimah in the United Arab Emirates.

Hyatt to Open Two All-Inclusive Hotels in Playa del Carmen

Hyatt's Apple Leisure Group is opening two new all-inclusive hotels in Playa del Carmen, Mexico next month.

Americans are obsessed with travel reviews

Americans are obsessed with reviews for travel, but those reviews aren't always true. Keri Lumm shares the results of a new study conducted by OnePoll on behalf of Plum

A tale of two Mexico trips during the pandemic

Two recent trips to Mexico -- one to sun-soaked Tulum and another to the big city of Guadalajara -- expose contrasting attitudes and approaches to Covid-19. Find out more on this tale of two trips.

Beyond Times Square VIP Exclusive Broadway Experience at Hamilton and The Music Man

Beyond Times Square (BTSQ), a New York City-based leading luxury travel service company announces two exclusive VIP experiences for 2022 – the VIP Exclusive Broadway Experience at Hamilton and The Music Man.

The Liberation of Auschwitz

ARBEIT MACHT FREI - WORK SETS YOU FREE This was displayed over the entrance to Auschwitz, the largest concentration and work camp that processed over 1.3 million prisoners during the Holocaust. 9 out of 10 of the prisoners were Jewish, and a total of over 1.1 million people were killed at the camps.

The couple who fell in love in Antarctica

Nicole McGrath and Cole Heinz fell in love while working at McMurdo Station, a US research facility built on volcanic rock on Ross Island, surrounded by mountains, snow and ice.

Iceland Is Opening a New Lagoon Next Month With Stunning Forest Views and 2 Swim-up Bars

Set to open in late February or early March, the Forest Lagoon, also called Skógarböð Geothermal Spa, will allow visitors to soak in large leisure pools filled with the natural hot waters

Think you can’t handle a bicycle tour? Consider using an e-bike

“The e-bike touring is definitely picking up,” said Geoff McMillion of the Adventure Cycling Association’s membership team. “We are getting more and more people asking about it.”

Ride a Snowmobile to an Alaskan Glacier on This Epic Tour

Alaska Backcountry Adventure Tours, a company that curates Alaska tours with a locals-only lens, invites you to ride a snowmobile across Nelchina Glacier on a full-day adventure.

The future of cruises is smaller, sustainable, and more luxurious

Times have been tough for the travel industry, and perhaps no sector has felt it worse since the beginning of the pandemic than the cruise industry.

A TikToker who has been on 40 cruises shares 3 ways to save money on board

From on-board freebies to shore excursions, Emma Cruises told Insider her top tips on saving money while cruising.

Airlines flying near-empty ghost flights to retain EU airport slots

Analysis from Greenpeace finds deserted flights are generating millions of tons of harmful emissions

A New Version Of The Orient Express Train Is Coming To Europe In 2023

A new version of the Orient Express is hitting Europe in 2023, whisking travellers all through Italy, alongside trips to Istanbul, Paris and Split.

Where 22 Stylish People Always Stay in New Orleans

From the boutique hotel in a 19th-century rectory to the old-world grand dames.

The 5 Best Hotels In NYC

Here are the best hotels in NYC no matter what your needs are

The biggest travel trend of 2022: Go big, spend big

No longer willing to wait, travelers are booking big bucket list trips this year to make up for lost time, despite rising costs in the industry.

Can Nature Heal a Broken Heart?

On the heels of a gutting divorce, a Colorado-based writer discovers a pathway through her grief, one 14,000-foot mountain at a time.

The Republic of India

On January 26, 1950, the Indian constitution took effect, making the Republic of India the world's most populous democracy. Mahatma Gandhi's struggles to win Indian Independence bore fruit

CDC adds 5 more Caribbean island destinations to its highest level of travel risk

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention moved five Caribbean island destinations into its highest-risk travel category for Covid-19 on Monday.

The unsung treasures of Staten Island

Staten Island, which sits 5.2 miles south of New York City’s Financial District and measures 58.5 square miles, has been called many things: the greenest borough, the Forgotten Borough, Staten Italy, the Rock

Yosemite’s “Firefall” Is Back

The National Park Service estimates viewers will be able to spot Horsetail Fall’s famed “firefall” between February 10–28 this year

Colorado on a budget - Lonely Planet

Tips for budget travel in Colorado, from flights and car rentals to lodging and deals on skiing and other activities.

17 adventure travel experiences around the world

Say goodbye to boredom and hello to adventure with these trips from heli-skiing in Canada to hut-to-hut hiking in Colorado for this year will surely be ‘Catch-Up’ 2022 for the holidaymaker

Exploring Caves and Sipping Wine on a River Cruise

It's part of Avalon Waterways active and discovery itineraries, which are cruise excursions geared toward adventure.

More than 85% of passengers on Port Canaveral cruise used new COVID tool in successful pilot, Carnival says

A new COVID tool tested over the week on a Carnival cruise was a success, as more than 85% of passengers took part in the pilot, according to Carnival Cruise Line.

What's driving the spike in air rage incidents

The FAA can propose fines up to $37,000 per violation for passengers who engage in unruly behavior.

Driving Canada's toughest road

The Dempster Highway is one of Canada's ultimate road trips,but anyone who drives it needs to be prepared for misadventure.

The 5 Best Trains in the U.S. From the Grand Canyon Railway to the Rocky Mountaineer

While the U.S. has been, admittedly, rather slow to reclaim luxury train travel there are a growing number of elegant rail experiences to be found across the country.

These California Hotels Are Offering Major Discounts Right Now

Three amazing hotel deals in California!

The Most Beautiful Five-Star Hotels In The World, According To Instagram

A recent study recently revealed its list of the 20 most Instagrammable five-star hotels around the world. Here's a look at the results.

Low temperatures inspire high desire for travel

With windchills exceeding 20 below on Tuesday, many are planning an escape from the cold weather.

Security Alert - Update to Travel Advisory for Russia

On January 23, the Department of State issued an update to the Level 4 Travel Advisory - Do Not Travel - for Russia due to ongoing tension along the

The Travel Institute Announces early 2022 Webinar Lineup

The Travel Institute announces its early 2022 webinar lineup offering complimentary agent training on important industry topics from growing your business

The League of Nations

On January 25th, 1919, the Paris Peace conference approved a proposal to create the League of Nations to sustain lasting peace after the horrors of World War I

Cruise ship with 700 onboard diverted to Bahamas to avoid US arrest warrant

Crew and passengers in shock after US arrest warrant issued for luxury line. “It was almost laughable... we literally just said ‘are you kidding?’”

American Airlines confirms some onboard service cuts

American Airlines has confirmed to The Points Guy that there will be onboard service reductions after complaints from flight attendants

An airline crisis over 5G was mostly averted this week. But it's not over yet

Potentially abysmal air travel interruptions were narrowly avoided this week when wireless carriers made a last-minute change to their planned 5G rollout in response to fears that new cell service towers could interfere with a key component on passenger jets

The Latest U.S. Airline Rebooking Rules For Travel Vouchers And Credits

From bad weather conditions to travel delays due to health issues, flight cancelations are inevitable any time of year. But if passengers have a last-minute canceled flight, it’s typical for airlines to issue credits to redeem for future travel

Ethiopian Airlines Preparing To Resume Boeing 737 MAX Operations

At the end of 2021, about one month ago, Ethiopian Airlines revealed that it was planning to bring the Boeing 737 MAX back into service in February 2022. The day appears to be fast approaching, as the airline took to Twitter on

What it's like to cruise during Omicron

Cruise ships turning around mid-voyage. People placed in quarantine cabins on board. Voyages abruptly canceled. Crew members trying to appease unhappy customers

Carnival Horizon Resumes Service After Emergency Drydock

The Carnival Horizon is resuming cruise service in Miami after the completion of an emergency drydock in Italy. The vessel is welcoming guests back today for

CDC Fully Vaccinated Language to Change - How Will It Impact Cruises?

The CDC may soon change its language on what it means to be fully vaccinated. How could this affect booster shots for cruise travelers?

2 Canadian guests dead, 1 injured after shooting at luxury hotel in Mexico, authorities say

Two Canadian guests are dead and another injured after a Friday shooting at a luxury hotel in Mexico, officials announced on Twitter last week

Welcome to the Heartbreak Hotel! Luxury retreat helps get over breakup

The retreat takes place at Barsham Barns, a private home on the Norfolk coast and sees women learn how to get over their exes while teaching how to avoid toxic relationships in the future

Hotels across the US are using room-service robots to assist guests and deliver food, amid staffing shortages

As the labor shortage continues to pose problems, guests are increasingly being served by robots who carry out tasks like delivering food

Adventures for lone rangers: Which tour is best for solo travellers?

There's a unique freedom about jetting off somewhere on your own... here's our guide to the best solo adventures, from a cruise along Portugal's Douro River to a trip around the Emerald Isle

How To Plan A Historic Trip Around Hawaii’s Pearl Harbor

Pearl Harbor was a turning point during World War II, and this Hawaiian destination still remains as significant as ever

Experience the less touristy side of Fiji on these 5 scenic road trips

Hire a car, find the most scenic routes, and enjoy the freedom to explore - this guide to the very best road trips in Fiji can help you plan your trip

This is why book lovers need to head to Portugal this year

Portugal: Bookmark these sights for a literary tour to remember

4 Reasons You Should Not Book Your Own Travel In 2022

Having a travel advisor to assist with the trip planning and booking process is more important than ever. Here are the reasons why

U.S. Issues Do Not Travel Advisory For Russia and Ukraine

Following recent tensions between the two countries, the US has issued Do Not Travel advisories for Russia and Ukraine

How contactless tech will transform travel in 2022

How will contactless tech transform travel in 2022

Must-Know Tips For Visiting Switzerland For The First Time

Switzerland is sure to take a first-time visitor's breath away, but they should know these tips before they go

St Maarten Waives Testing for Boosted Travelers - Caribbean Journal

St Maarten has announced a major update to its travel protocols: the destination will waive testing for fully vaccinated travelers who have had their “booster” shot

Rome’s Colosseum Opens Gladiator Tunnels To Public For First Time In History

The evolution of Rome’s great Colosseum is ever-changing. Once a battleground for the region’s fiercest yet poorest warriors, almost 2,000 years later, the same tunnels those warriors meandered are now open

Covid travel tests to be axed in England for double vaccinated

The requirement for those arriving in England to take a test within 48 hours is to be scrapped

Sir Winston Churchill Dies

Many heroes were born out of the chaos of World War II, but perhaps none as inspiring as Winston Churchill. Upon the resignation of Neville Chamberlain in 1940, Churchill became Prime Minister and led Britain to victory against the Axis powers, marshalling the morale of the country and the Allied forces with the great power of his intellect and oratory. He lost the 1945 election

Major airlines say the 5G doomsday scenario is over

Airline executives breathed a sigh of relief to their investors Thursday, saying they believe the threat to their operations from the rollout of 5G technology is now behind them

Facing pilot shortage, smaller airlines start giving big raises to pilots

Pilots at four U.S. airlines are now seeing significantly larger paychecks as the industry faces a pilot shortage

Southwest Airlines Launches New Buy Now, Pay Later On Tickets To Hawaii

Mainland U.S. visitors are now allowed to book tickets to Hawaii with more flexible payment options through January 24

American Airlines Pilots Protested Thursday at DFW Airport. Here's Why

Union pilots aren’t planning to walk off the job, but they have been pushing for a new contract since 2020

This New São Paulo Hotel Is a Design Marvel

“There is no luxury without art and culture.” So goes the ethos of the new Rosewood hotel in São Paulo, according to Managing Director Edouard Grosmangin. The property hopes to embody the spirit of

Your Guide To NYC's Booming Hotel Scene

From highly anticipated reopenings to the newest hot spots, here’s everything you need to know about NYC’s booming hospitality scene

The former Nintendo HQ in Kyoto is now a hotel – and you can stay there

Designed by Tadao Ando, the Marufukuro hotel opens on April 1, but you can book now

The best new hotels to book in 2022, from New York to the Cote D'azur

These are the stunning new hotels and resorts that you'll want to be booking this year. There's also a Mayan-inspired newcomer in Mexico, Michelin stars in Majorca and more

Is there a future for Crystal Cruises?

With Crystal Cruises halting ship operations as cash runs out at Genting Hong Kong, is there a future for the brand

20 things not to forget when packing for a cruise

In the excitement of an upcoming cruise, packing all that you need, those key must-haves can get lost in the shuffle. And while some things are nice to have, others are essential

World's Biggest Cruise Ship, Royal Caribbean's Wonder of Seas, Will Have A New Southern Restaurant

The Mason Jar, a specialty Southern restaurant, has been added to the lineup of dining options on Wonder of the Seas, the newest Royal Caribbean cruise ship, which debuts in March 2022

Carnival Cruise Line Changes Itineraries for Multiple Ships

Carnival Cruise Line informs guests of itinerary changes for eight ships in the coming weeks due to cruise port limitations

Using a travel agent will make your 2022 vacations much more enjoyable. Here's why.

You don't need a travel agent to research COVID regulations or cancel and reschedule your plans. But aren't there other things you'd rather be doing

The biggest travel trend of 2022: Go big, spend big

No longer willing to wait, travelers are booking big "bucket list" trips this year to make up for lost time, despite rising costs in the industry

Exploring Puerto Rico, the Island of Enchantment

Atlas Obscura has trips for adventure seekers. For food lovers and history buffs. For art, biology, and nature enthusiasts. Because exploration is for everyone

Essential Tours to Book in Singapore

These essential tours of Singapore include food walks, kayaking adventures, and a murder-mystery tour with a side of history and culture

Could This Be the Most Underrated Winter Destination in America?

When it gets cold, everyone you know probably heads somewhere warm. Florida, Mexico, the Caribbean, you name it—if it’s warm and has a beach, people are flocking there. But may I propose the Pacific Northwest

Ski season: Travel restriction updates for Europe’s top winter sport destinations

Ski season: Here are the travel restrictions for Europe's top winter sport destinations

Key West Is Celebrating Its 200th Anniversary With a Heritage Festival, Parades, a Drone Show, and More

The island destination of Key West, Florida is celebrating its bicentennial anniversary this spring with historical exhibits, film nights, festivals, and more

The Well-Traveled Path: The importance of hydration and whole foods while traveling

Hi, I’m Dr. Jenny Yu, Healthline’s Medical Expert and Lonely Planet Travel Health Expert. Welcome to my column, where each week I’ll share stories and insights, experiences and opportunities, and perspectives on how you can take the "well" traveled path in your journeys

The Latest Rules on COVID-19 Vaccines and Travel

The omicron variant has prompted the CDC and other agencies to update their travel guidelines. Find out the latest domestic and international policies

Cyprus To Remove All Restrictions For Vaccinated Travelers

Cyprus is set to remove all of its entry restrictions for vaccinated travelers - here's everything you need to know

Traveling to Thailand is about to get easier again

Good news for travelers looking to visit Thailand in 2022: The country has announced plans to restart its Test & Go program from Feb. 1, following a month

SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS ANNOUNCES RELAUNCH OF SERVICE ON POPULAR ROUTE BETWEEN JOHANNESBURG AND DURBAN

Johannesburg, South Africa (19 January 2022) – As South African Airways (SAA) continues to rebuild its route network, new flights are planned between Johannesburg and Durban with three-times daily service beginning Friday, 04 March 2022. SAA’s Interim Chief Executive Officer Thomas Kgokolo says, “The short-haul route between Johannesburg and Durban is one of the busiest in South Africa, and our customers and partners have been asking us to fly this route since we took to the skies again in September 2021. We’ve been waiting for the

Vladimir Ilyich Lenin Dies

Vladimir Ilyich Lenin, the Russian revolutionary and leader of the October Revolution, died on this day in 1924. Lenin was the first head of the Soviet Socialist Republic, and the brand of Communism that he espoused is commonly known as Leninism. Time Magazine in 1998 named Lenin one of the 100 most influential people of the 20th Century. He began his adult life as an attorney, but joined a Marxist organization as a young man. Arrested by authorities for his

Host Agency Reviews Celebrates Travel Advisors with Host Week 2022

Minneapolis, Jan 18th, 2022 – Host Agency Reviews (HAR) has opened registration for their second annual Host Week event, a virtual event held Jan. 23rd - Jan. 29th. Host Week is a weeklong event that celebrates hosted travel advisors and the industry that supports them. During an unprecedented time for the travel industry, Host Agency Reviews aims to leverage the free virtual event as an opportunity to celebrate the industry and offer concrete support for its continued growth. In that spirit, Host Agency Reviews’ enhanced their programming this year to offer free workshops for industry professionals as well as expanded giveaways and discounts. For new and seasoned advisors, Host Week’s full schedule will also include

International airlines restore flights to US after 5G confusion

Major international airlines have resumed normal service after a slew of cancellations on Wednesday over fears the rollout of 5G mobile networks in the United States would compromise safety

Hawaiian, Delta, American and United Most Punctual Airlines in U.S., According to OAG's Punctuality League 2022

OAG, the world’s leading provider of travel data and insight, has revealed the most punctual airlines and airports in North America as part of its annual Punctuality League 2022. Three U.S. carriers ranked among the most punctual Mega Airlines in the world

We tested earning American Airlines miles for 3 different hotel stays — here’s what we found

American Airlines is completely changing how you earn elite status. While the AAdvantage program is here to stay, you can say goodbye to the elite qualifying

Southwest Faces Lawsuit After Passenger Removed Mask For Water

Southwest has been sued by a passenger who was reportedly removed from a flight after taking off her mask to drink water

Top 20 Biggest Cruise Ships in the World

Ships today, mega ships as they are known, are as big as some aircraft carriers. But how big are they and how do we measure them

Crystal's Woes: Parent Genting Hong Kong Files For Insolvency

Crystal is suspending operations for its ocean and expedition ships through April 29, 2022, with river cruises suspended through the end of May 2022. Is this the end of Crystal? We don't think so

American Cruise Lines to double coastal cruising with 12 catamarans

Newbuildings will join the owner's current fleet of 15 ships

Vancouver: ‘Preparing for Record Year’ in Cruise

“We are preparing for another record year in Vancouver,” Mandy Chan, manager of cruise services for the Port of Vancouver, told Cruise Industry News. “We have about 325 calls scheduled of which approximately 90 percent are homeport calls

The US Hostages are Released

On January 20, 1981, Ronald Reagan was inaugurated as the President of the United States. Minutes later, the nation of Iran released 52 hostages they had held for 444 days in captivity. In retaliation for the United States' support of the former Shah of Iran, the Revolutionary Islamic government of Iran supported a student seizure of the United States embassy on November 4, 1979. Failed diplomatic efforts by

A guide to the best train trips to Europe's most colourful corners

Every week, our Holiday Hero Neil Simpson takes an in-depth look at a brilliant holiday topic, doing all the legwork so you don't have to. This week: Train trips across Europe

Travel Industry to Congress: Enact Urgent Policies to Restore Travel Demand

More than 600 travel industry members—representative of all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and Guam— urging immediate action on near-term federal policies to restore and grow the U.S.

Considering a Trip to Maui? Here's What to Know

Beyond witnessing dreamy sunsets, visitors are encouraged to think more thoughtfully about sustainable travel practices and giving back to the islands

Coronavirus digest: Travel bans ineffective, WHO says

The World Health Organization said bans on international travel have proved ineffective. Meanwhile, the English will lower their masks. Follow DW for the latest coronavirus news

Dos And Don'ts When Visiting Iceland For The First Time

Iceland is an entire land full of wonder and adventure, but travelers should know these dos and don'ts before their plane touches down

Add These Stargazing Sites to Your Travel Itinerary to Enjoy Night Skies

With the increasing pollution, we can't look at a sky full of stars in many metropolitan cities

The Design World’s 19 Most Beloved Travel Destinations

Architects and interior designers share insider takes on vacation spots near and far

What you need to know about planning travel right now

Heading into the third year of the pandemic, there are still a bunch of variables to consider. Can we even make travel plans right now? Yes, definitely. Find out how

Flying with a dog for the first time? We asked a vet for advice.

A couple of months ago, I flew for the first time with a dog. My partner and I were bringing our foster dog, Bono, from New York to his forever home in Florida

Thailand Relaunches Quarantine Free Entry With New Requirements

Thailand is set to bring back its popular Test & Go entry method from February - with some extra requirements for travelers

How To Capture Better Travel Photos

This tutorial is about the How To Capture Better Travel Photos. We will try our best so that you understand this guide

FAQs About Your First Trip To Honduras, Answered Here

Honduras is a beautiful destination for those seeking an exotic, tropical getaway, and these are some of the most common FAQs, answered

International airlines suspend some US flights over 5G uncertainty

Major international airlines are scrambling to modify or cancel flights to the United States amid uncertainty about potential interference between new 5G cell phone services and critical airplane technologies

Woman says she was kicked off plane for removing mask to drink water

Woman sues airline for asking her to disembark after removing mask to drink water

Supreme Court declines to hear case against airline mask mandates after challengers appeal

The Supreme Court on Tuesday rejected an appeal challenging the federal mask mandate on airplanes

Mass cancellations as ash cloud grows

A massive volcanic eruption in Tonga that triggered tsunami waves around the Pacific is also causing travel chaos as the ash cloud continues to spread

Edgar Allan Poe is Born

Edgar Allen Poe was born on January 19, 1809 in Boston, Massachusetts as the son of theatrical actors. Both parents died before he was three years old, events which very likely colored his young sensibilities and provided an almost neurotic obsession with death. He attended the University of Virginia, but accumulated gambling debts and was forced to leave, enlisting in the Army where he served for two years. He married his cousin Virginia when

From Nambiti To Mykonos These New Hotels Will Impress Travelers

Traveling the world just got a lot better with the addition of several impressive new hotels and resorts. From a refurbished 17th century Jesuit convent to private villas perched high above crystal clear waters, these new hospitality properties are ready to welcome guests

Nobu Hotels Will Open Its First Greece Outpost on Santorini — With Pool Villas, Caldera Views, and a Luxe Spa

The Santorini property will be the brand's first hotel in Greece

Five of the Best Luxurious Hotels in Las Vegas

This article looks at some of the most lavish hotels on the Las Vegas Strip that are sure to provide you with an unparalleled level of luxury

Two new hotels coming to Kokomo's south side

Two new hotels are coming to Kokomo's south side. A Home2 Suites by Hilton hotel will be built at 5126 Clinton Drive. The hotel operator, Bharat Patel, chairman and CEO of Indianapolis-based Sun Development & Management Corporation, received development plan

CDC Says COVID Protocols Are Now Optional for Cruise Lines

As of Saturday, January 15, the mandatory CDC cruise guidelines for COVID-19 have expired. What it means for your next voyage

American Cruise Lines To Build 12 New Ships

American Cruise Lines has announced Project Blue, a brand new fleet of go-anywhere ships for the U.S. market, according to a press release. The said it will

Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises Cancel Cruises — What to Know If You're Scheduled to Sail

Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Cruises have canceled more sailings, becoming the latest cruise lines to be impacted by the recent omicron-led surge of COVID-19 cases

Cruises Open for Bookings on MSC's New Ship Sailing From Miami

Cruises on MSC Cruises' next new mega ship sailing from Miami, MSC Seascape, have opened for bookings on the vessel's inaugural season to the Caribbean

9 Mobility-friendly Trips That Are Accessible to All Travelers — to Destinations Like Greece, Costa Rica, and Morocco

Wheel the World, a travel booking platform known for making global travel more accessible, recently launched nine itineraries, including a women-only tour of Morocco and a seniors trip to Israel

10 Adventurous (And Cheap) Activities To Do While Traveling

Being adventurous doesn't always need to be expensive, and these activities around the world are priceless - in more ways than one

18 unmissable experiences in Patagonia

Here are our picks for exploring the best forests, mountains, glacial lakes and grasslands of Patagonia, one of the world's most epic places

CDC moves 22 new destinations into its highest-risk level for travel

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention moved a whopping 22 new nations into its highest-risk travel category for Covid-19 (Level 4) on Tuesday, including Argentina, Australia and Egypt

Where can Americans travel to in Europe right now?

Can American citizens travel to Europe? Here are the latest updates

50 Best Destinations To Spend Your Points In 2022

Antarctica If your main goal for 2022 is to get away from almost everyone on Earth, we've got a prime location for you. The White Continent is beckoning, and so are its home populations of penguins and seals! The best time to visit Antarctica is

15 Travel Writers And Influencers Predict 2022 Travel Trends

Long-term stays and full on remote living top our 2022 travel trends by a large margin

Travelers seek eco-friendly travel options in 2022

Access to digital keys, EV chargers, sustainable dining and on-site recycling programs are a few ways the industry is redefining sustainable travel

Two New Zealand destinations make TripAdvisor's most popular list

You don't need to wait until borders reopen to visit two of the hottest travel destinations for 2022, the global travel platform says

Nobu Hotels to open in Santorini in the spring

Nobu Hospitality has confirmed it first hotel and restaurant in Greece, the Nobu Hotel and Restaurant Santorini. The property is scheduled to open in the spring

The Most Notable New Airline Routes This Week

Welcome to our 20th routes newsletter and our first of 2022. We’ve covered a selection of new and returning routes that launched early in the New Year

Eastern Airlines Ceases Business

The 1980's were not kind to the legacy airlines. Deregulation brought onto the market a number of upstart airlines such as People Express. Legacy airlines like Eastern Airlines suddenly faced competition from the first wave of so-called "no-frills" carriers. Eastern was the largest employer in the Miami, Florida area and the company passed through a succession of managerial and financial maneuvers in an attempt to

Video Airline execs sound alarm on how 5G service could affect planes

Executives from American, Delta, United and Southwest are urging U.S. officials to keep the new 5G signals at least two miles away from U.S. airports

Spain fines Ryanair 24,000 euros for making passengers pay for hand luggage

Spain Fines Ryanair 24,000 Euros For Making Passengers Pay For Hand Luggage Keep up with the Latest News In English Murcia Costa Calida Spain

These hotels in Gran Canaria are perfect if you're craving winter sun

The best hotels in Gran Canaria to book for 2022, from luxury to budget and family to couples' hotels. Here's where to stay in Gran Canaria

Across Israel, a New Crop of Hotels and Resorts are Hitting New Design Heights

Led by the stunning new Six Senses Shaharut, a handful of sleek properties have emerged as some of the chicest in all of the Middle East

The most stylish new hotels to book in 2022

From the new Scandi city break to chilled out Mykonos, Suzannah Ramsdale picks the year's chicest escapes

Marriott is launching a contest to highlight its 30 brands: Here's where we'd go if we won

Want to rack up a bunch of elite-qualifying Marriot Bonvoy nights? Want to see the world for free? Want to become Marriott's official TikTok correspondent

Princess Cruises Extends Book with Confidence Policy Thru Sept. 2022

Princess Cruises is giving guests an added level of comfort when they book a cruise with the extension of the Book with Confidence program

American Cruise Lines unveils 12-ship 'go anywhere' Project Blue

American Cruise Lines disclosed plans for 12 identical sister ships that will more than double the nation's current capacity for domestic coastal cruises

Cunard Adds Over 150 Voyages for 2023 Season

Luxury cruise brand Cunard has unveiled over 150 new international voyages, sailing on its three ships between Apr. 23 and Dec. 15, 2023. According to a

Cruise Port Amsterdam adds river cruise operations to business

Passenger Terminal Amsterdam has added the handling of river cruise calls to its operations and has changed its name to Cruise Port

10 Unique Adventures To Tackle In Anchorage, Alaska

Anchorage is a haven of adventures just waiting to happen, from extreme wildlife tours to climbing up sheer ice walls

The most popular destinations for 2022 travel, according to experts

The rise of Omicron may have launched the new year into chaos, but travellers are planning 2022 trips with cautious optimism. According to industry insiders, consumers are navigating the most recent variant hurdle by either booking trips far, far in advance

10 Adventures You Probably Didn't Know You Could Have in the Middle East

Try out activities like zip-lining, beer tours, equine therapy, eco-camping, water activities, exploring fjords, harvest and foraging foods in Middle Eastern countries like Lebanon, Jordan, Israel, UAE, and more

Women-led tourism initiatives are changing the way Egypt is seen and experienced

Marwa Hafez, a graduate in Egyptology from the Faculty of Tourism and Hospitality in Suez, was hired in 2006 to work at the Egyptian Museum in Cairo as

CDC "Do not travel" Advisory: Should I cancel?

So the CDC just put your destination on its "Do not travel" list. Here's what you should think about when deciding whether to go

Where to Eat in 2022

Where to find the best food around the world in 2022

10 Best Places Throughout Asia For Honeymooners

There are many great honeymoon destinations around the world, but which ones are truly perfect? Here's what we're voting in for 2022

Costa Rica Will Not Tighten Entry Requirements Despite Omicron

Costa Rica firmly refuses imposing testing requirements for visitors, opting to protect its tourism sector and boost traveler confidence

Tripadvisor reveals the most popular holiday destinations for 2022

From Majorca to Dubai, here's where we're all dreaming of visiting this year

Wheel The World Announces 9 Fully Accessible Group Tours For 2022

Wheel the World, a company focused on making travel more accessible, has announced its tour options for 2022

Oʻahu Named Third Most “Instagrammable” Place in the World

Global travel company Big 7 Travel has awarded the Gathering Isle with the title of being the third most Instagrammable place on Earth, according to its studies

Winter storms lead to thousands more airline cancellations and delays

A nascent recovery in airline operations has been dealt a giant setback this weekend. More than 2,800 flights were canceled by mid-afternoon on Sunday, Jan

Airline Biometric Boarding Deployment Will Rise By Over 60% By 2024

Biometric boarding has been praised by airlines in recent years thanks to the efficiency that it brings to their services. With effectiveness in mind, 62% of carriers will have self-boarding gates utilizing biometric and ID documentation by 2024

FAA orders some Boeing operators to take extra precautions when landing due to 5G rollout

The FAA said 5G interference could delay systems like thrust reversers on Boeing 787s from kicking in, leaving only the brakes to slow the plane

JetBlue Cancels 17 Flight Routes For Spring As Industry Struggles

JetBlue has become the latest airline to cut its route offerings - here's a look at which routes are affected

Covid confusion sends cruises into choppy waters on their own

It's the latest in a series of mixed messages sent by the CDC, not only about how safe it is to cruise but a host of other Covid restrictions, as the agency tries to cope with Omicron's onslaught

Passengers stuck at sea after Norwegian cancels cruise mid-voyage

Travelers on a Norwegian Cruise Line ship in the Caribbean have become stuck at sea after the company called off the voyage due to COVID-19

Hawaii agrees to resumption of more cruise ships

The World - Residences at Sea, the largest privately owned residential yacht, has entered into a port agreement with the state's port and health authorities, allowing it to sail to the islands, the Department of Transportation announced Friday

Celebrity Cancels 4 Eclipse Cruises

Celebrity Cruises is cancelling four week-long sailings on the Eclipse, departing March 26, 2022 through April 16, 2022. In a letter sent to guests Celebrity

The hotel in Paris that shows the French know how to live like royalty

The French have abolished their monarchy, but this exquisite 12-room 'pocket-palace' hotel near the Champs-Elysees in Paris shows they still know how to live like royalty

Scandic to open climate-neutral hotel in Sundsvall

Scandic Hotels has signed a long-term lease agreement with Skanska for a new 210-room hotel in downtown Sundsvall. The new hotel, which will be attractively located in the city's harbor area, will be built of wood, giving it a very high environmental standard

Burj Al Arab named world’s most beautiful five-star hotel

The research was based on the number of Instagram hashtags the hotel has garnered

This Aruba Hotel Has a New Spa

The new Boardwalk Spa, operated by Aruba Wellness Therapies, is open every day in a thatched-roof hut at the hotel

Benjamin Franklin Born

On this day in 1706, American statesman, inventor, author, printer, satirist, politician, and diplomat Benjamin Franklin was born. Franklin invented the lightning rod, bifocals, the Franklin stove, and a variety of other devices, including the forerunner of the car odometer. He instituted the first public lending library and the first fire department in America. As a diplomat, he convinced the French

Famous Cafes, Ghost Tours, and 19 More Things to Do in New Orleans' French Quarter

Heading to New Orleans? Here are some of the best things to do in the French Quarter

Midwest travel: Exploring Frank Lloyd Wright's first and last Prairie Style homes

Two Midwest homes claiming to be the first and the last of Frank Lloyd Wright's Prairie Style welcome tours in Kankakee and Wichita, Kansas. A close look at each reveals similarities while illustrating how Wright's work evolved as he tinkered with his signature design at the turn of the last century

Predjama: The world's largest cave castle

Predjama is one of the most extraordinary castles in the world, built in the mouth of a cave complex at the end of a valley in Slovenia

Why This Canadian Ski Town Is the Perfect Winter Vacation Destination

Ski with an Olympian, connect with Indigenous cultures, and go bobsledding in this Canadian mountain town

Send us your best holiday photo and win!

The pandemic has made travelling rather challenging. Even so, send us a photo of your favorite holiday destination, past or present, and you could win a prize

Caye Caulker Will Be Your New Fave Summer Destination

Visiting Belize? Here's why you should consider Caye Caulker, and why its reputation lives up to the hype as one of the best islands

These Popular Mexico Destinations Face New Restrictions As Cases Rise

High Infection Rates Over The Holiday Season Means Many Cities in Mexico Have Reintroduced Restrictions

These are the best solo travel destinations for women in 2022

Whether you want a backpacking adventure or chill beach days in the sun

Two New Destinations To Launch In The Mexican Caribbean

The new Mayan Train journey will connect communities around the Caribbean and allow visitors to tour the region extensively from 2023

Belize Requiring All Visitors To Buy Travel Health Insurance

Due to the ongoing COVID pandemic, Belize is requiring that tourists purchase insurance before traveling to the country

Hawaii may soon require travelers to have a Covid booster

Hawaii will likely soon require visitors to have a Covid booster shot if they want to travel to the islands

Delta Airlines Says Passengers Can Use Travel Vouchers Through 2024

The new Delta Airlines flight credit policy, which went into effect on January 12, is among the most flexible in the airline industry

Alaska Airlines is making 3 big changes to the upgrade process

Alaska Airlines is making some big changes to the upgrade process

The World's Best First Class Airlines

Expert ranking on the world's best first class airlines from someone who has flown all of them. Here are the top 12 first class products

Airlines square off with the EU and each other over 'ghost flight' controversy

Airlines cannot fly economically without slot rights granting them set times to take off and land at certain airports, but they must use them at least eight times out of 10. Consistently fall below this level during a

Hyatt to Open China's First Hello Kitty Hotel in Hainan

Keyestone Group and Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced plans for China's first Hello Kitty Hotel in Sanya, Hainan

Lisbon Gets A Snazzy New Hotel: The Ivens

Sure, Portugal has its share of grand palace hotels. But until now Lisbon didn't have something that was pure fantasy and fun. Now it does. Opened in the autumn, the Ivens brings a big dose of lighthearted cosmopolitan fun to the capital

Disney Hotel Tears Off Roof During Extensive Refurbishment Demolition

While Disneyland Paris prepares for the big anniversary, their main hotel is seeing a big demolition! Take a read here

Miami Beach Is the Epicenter of Travel-Worthy Experiences in 2022

The Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority recognizes that more than 68% of Americans are planning to go big on their next trip and Miami Beach is set to deliver a collection of travel-worthy experiences to help visitors make

Omicron could fade in 'weeks,' former FDA head tells travel industry

One of the country's best-known health experts had some good news Thursday for travelers and the travel industry: The wave of omicron cases in the U.S. that

7 women share their most epic holidays abroad and it's making us feel nostalgic

From Ayia Napa to Jordan, these women share their best-ever holidays and how it changed their lives

My 7 Favorite Historic Churches To Visit In The UK

You don't have to be religious to enjoy a beautiful old church. And whether it's a grand cathedral or a quiet chapel, the UK has fascinating old churches

9 Best Places To Travel In 2022 According To Experts

From far-flung locales to domestic destinations, here's where tour operators plan to take travelers in 2022

Belize Launches New Mandatory Travel Insurance For All International Arrivals

The Central American destination will require all visitors to purchase local health insurance covering Covid from February 2022

This epic rail and sea adventure will take you all the way from London to Cairo

Take in the Amalfi Coast, Jerusalem and the Egyptian pyramids on this epic organised tour

Thailand to charge a small entry fee for tourists in latest travel update

Here's what you need to know about Thailand's entry fees, and the latest travel options under the Sandbox and quarantine programs

COVID-19 travel restrictions: Portugal

Portugal is open for tourism! Find out what the current COVID-19 restrictions are so that you can have a safe and stress-free trip

UAE travel restrictions: five countries limiting travel from the Emirates

Germany is the latest country to add the UAE to its 'high-risk' list for travel

Albert Schweitzer is born

A man for all seasons, Albert Schweitzer was a theologian, musician, philosopher, and physician. He received the 1952 Nobel Peace Prize for his statements and activities on behalf of the philosophy of "reverence for life", after founding the Lambaréné Hospital in Gabon, west central Africa. He launched much of modern theological discourse with

Southwest Airlines flyers can now get a COVID-19 test in the mail before travel

If you’ve traveled abroad in the last year, you’re likely familiar with the testing mandate that all travelers need to show proof of a negative COVID-19 test taken one day before flying back to the U.S.

Couple to take legal action after their dog died on Hawaiian Airlines flight

Their 1-year-old pet English bulldog died on a flight from Las Vegas to Honolulu

European carriers are flying thousands of near-empty planes this winter just to keep their airport slots

Airlines in the EU have complained that other regions and continents are not imposing such requirements

Afraid of flying? These are officially the world’s safest airlines

Afraid of flying? These are officially the world's safest airlines

Marriott opens Autograph Collection hotel in Houston

The Laura Hotel is the former Hotel Alessandra in Houston

The Best Hotel Breakfasts Around the World, According to Tripadvisor Data

UK company Mornings.co.uk analyzed Tripadvisor reviews to find the best hotel breakfasts across 133 capital cities

7 hotels you've seen in movies you can actually book

Almost nothing inspires travel like movies. From the confines of our couches and the movie theater, we can be whisked away from wherever we are to far-off

Wyatt Earp Dies

An icon of the American West, Wyatt Earp was born on March 19, 1848. His tumultuous life included stints as a saloon keeper, a farmer, a law enforcement officer, a boxing referee, and a gold miner. Along with his brothers, the gunfighter and dentist, "Doc Holliday" and a small cadre of their assorted wives and female companions, the Earp brothers traveled from western town to town seeking their fortune. They are most famous for the "Gunfight at the O.K. Corral". Wyatt Earp eventually moved to

Carnival Cruise Line Makes Itinerary Changes on Several Cruises

Carnival Cruise Line has made itinerary changes to several cruises that are departing this weekend due to closed ports and protocol changes in several

CDC guidance to become optional for cruise lines as COVID continues to spread

The CDC's Framework for Conditional Sailing Order will expire Saturday and the health agency's COVID guidance for cruise ships will become voluntary

Cruise Industry Restart: Dealing with Supply Chain Challenges

The industry's restart continues to pick up aggressively and has been met with new challenges: shipping delays, freight costs skyrocketing and general supply

More wave season deals, from cruise lines big and small

Costa, Celestyal Cruises, Emerald Cruises, Scenic, Star Clippers, UnCruise Adventures wave season offers

Intrepid Travel Introduces 22 New ‘Impact Initiatives’ for 2022

To provide experiences that enrich destination communities and travelers alike, the new initiatives span 16 countries and include activities such as meals at local establishments supporting women, migrants and seniors

The Best Destinations for Off-Season Travel, from Iceland to Okinawa

With lower prices, fewer travelers, and new experiences, off-season travel may be the best travel

Best Road Trip Songs for an All-Star Travel Playlist

Our playlist of the best road trip songs is essential for beating boredom and keeping the party going on your next trip

10 Best Places to Go in March

March is filled with festivals, from cherry blossoms and music to art and wine. Plan a trip to one of these 10 best places to travel in March 2022

Walk Straight Through A Cavern On This Alabama Tour

Alabama's Cathedral Caverns is located in the tiny town of Woodville. For a fun experience, consider booking your very own cave tour

Immerse yourself in Puerto Rican culture at these San Juan classes

Take a class, make a friend and forge a deeper connection with the people and culture of Puerto Rico

France ends UK travel ban

The France ban on UK travelers will end 14 January. Visitors from the UK will be able to enter France for tourism and other nonessential reasons

How to Protect Yourself From Travel Scams

Scammers are taking advantage of travelers when flights are delayed or canceled. Here's what to watch for, and how to report scams

Flying Taxis and Balloon Rides to Space Will Change Travel in 2022

Hover a flying car over the Grand Canyon in just 3 years

Thailand reopens three tourist beach destinations despite rising COVID cases

Thailand reopens three tourist beach destinations despite rising COVID cases. More on Times Travel

Omicron Update for NYC Tourism

Data from the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene suggests that Omicron has peaked in NYC. Positive tests and emergency room visits are both diving down, with the Bronx seeing a drop of 35% in cases requiring hospitalization

Traveler enters cockpit, causes damage on Miami-bound plane, American Airlines says

A traveler was apprehended Tuesday after reportedly entering the cockpit of a Miami-bound plane at a Honduras airport and causing damage, American Airlines

Demand Is so Low That European Airlines Have Canceled Thousands of Flights

Just like in the US, lots of airlines are canceling flights due to the effects of COVID-19

Should Airlines Raise Ticket Prices To Fund Sustainability Initiatives?

Investments are starting to roll in as more and more understand not only the urgency in reducing global CO2 emissions but also the growing market potential in decarbonizing aviation technology

Breeze Airways: A look at new budget airline

The airline began flights in mid-2021, with a focus on the southeastern United States

Unique Cruise Ships That Were Never Built

Cruise lines continue to build and add new features on cruise ships that were once unheard of. However, not every idea and proposed cruise ship has been

Norwegian Cruise Line cancels more sailings amid COVID-19 surge

Add Norwegian Dawn, Norwegian Escape and Norwegian Joy to the list of Norwegian Cruise Line ships that are pausing operations amid the surge in COVID-19 cases

Couple forced to quarantine on cruise ship even though they were vaccinated, tested negative for COVID

Cruise ships are sailing again this new year. But just because the cruise is going and you've been vaccinated, your trip can still turn into a nightmare

Exclusive Look at Carnival Horizon Livery After Completing Dry Dock

Take an exclusive first look at the Carnival Horizon livery after the ship completed a dry dock in Palermo and now heads back to the US to return to service

Here Are the Most Valuable Hotel Rewards Programs in 2022

Navigating hotel rewards programs can be a daunting task. From point-earning promotions to elite status upgrades and thousands of other factors, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. Yet, for most travelers

Experience a New Era of Hospitality in Japan at The Hotel Kyoto Palace, The First BW Signature Collection® By Best Western Hotel

Best Western® Hotels & Resorts has reached two important milestones in Japan with the launch of The Hotel Kyoto Palace, BW Signature Collection by Best Western, which marks the group's first hotel in Kyoto, the country's former imperial capital and charming heritage city

New Luxury Hotel Opens in Bali

IHG Hotels & Resorts and PT Pancaran Kreasi Adiprima will expand the world’s first and largest luxury hotel brand, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, to Bali Indonesia

You can sleep next to brown bears at this immersive zoo hotel

Animal lovers can also cosy up to walruses, tigers, wolves and penguins at Pairi Daiza in Belgium

The First Woman Elected to the US Senate

On January 12, 1932, the state of Arkansas elected Hattie Ophelia Wyatt Caraway in a special election to the United States Senate, making her the first woman elected to the Senate. She succeeded her husband, Thaddeus H. Caraway, who died in office. The governor appointed Ms. Caraway after which the special election was

And Just Like That, NYC's 'Sex and the City' Bus Tour Is Back

The 'Sex and the City' bus tour returns to the streets of NYC after a pandemic-related hiatus, now packed with 'And Just Like That' content, too

Traveling To Tokyo? Visit These Theme Parks (Besides Disneyland)

Believe it or not, Tokyo is home to many theme parks, not just Disneyland, and these are worth the fun for kids AND adults

G Adventures unveils forecast of top 10 travel trends

G Adventures has released its predictions of the top 10 travel trends for 2022, which looks to be a more purposeful and intentional travel year

Mulu National Park: Home To Some Of The World's Largest Caves

Visitors to this UNESCO-listed park's caves might find themselves underground on a boat tour or experiencing these incredible formations on foot

Travel is ‘roaring back’ — but the industry might not be ready for a boom

Despite the omicron variant, travelers are making plans to hit the road this year, whether the industry is ready for them or not

Mexico Removes All COVID-19 Entry Requirements Including Health Form

Mexico has offically dropped all COVID-19 entry requirements, including the health questionaire travelers had to complete

What to Know If An SSSS Code Shows Up on Your Boarding Pass

The mysterious SSSS code means a passenger is flagged for additional--and sometimes invasive--TSA screening

Thailand to introduce tourist tax from April

Part of the fee will be used to cover healthcare costs for foreigners

New Orleans reinstates indoor mask mandate as Carnival season begins

As Carnival season gears up, New Orleans will reinstate its indoor mask mandate starting Wednesday morning to address rising Covid-19 infections

Bahamas’ Baha Mar to Continue “Travel With Confidence” Program

The Baha Mar megaresort in The Bahamas says it will continue its “Travel With Confidence” program, which is highlighted by up to 14-days of courtesy accommodations for travelers who happen to test positive for Covid during their stay

These 12 US spots were named the best places to travel in 2022

Where are the best places to travel in 2022? A new list released by the NYT lists 12 American destinations that are worth adding to your

Alaska Airlines Is Getting Rid of Multiple Beverage Service on Flights

Alaska Airlines has announced that it's making this change to beverage and meal service on all of its flights through January

Southwest Passengers Can Now Get an At-home COVID-19 Test in the Mail

Southwest Airlines is partnering with CityHealth to provide discounted COVID-19 test kits for passengers traveling back to the U.S. from international destinations

The world's best-performing airline has been revealed

Among the clouds over 2022, we're finding silver linings. Some popular countries for tourism are relaxing entry restrictions, and the world's safest and most punctual airlines have been revealed

Lufthansa Group Admits To Flying 18,000 Empty Planes To Keep Airport Slots

The European Union requires airlines to maintain flight slots or face losing them

There's COVID-19 on nearly every cruise ship right now: Here's what cruisers need to know

Things are getting iffy again for cruisers -- at least for those with near-term bookings

San Francisco Updates Booster Vaccination Requirement for Cruise Passengers

The Port of San Francisco has announced that effective Jan. 7, it is requiring cruise passengers who disembark in the area to either have had their booster

Royal Caribbean Cancels Cruises due to COVID Surge

Royal Caribbean International announced that will temporarily suspend cruise operations on three of

Should you cancel your cruise as COVID surges? It comes down to personal choice

Travelers may be weighing whether they want to proceed or postpone their cruise plans. USA TODAY walks you through what you need to consider

10 New Hotels Coming to the Caribbean in 2022

Tiny eco resorts. Grand luxury hotels. Rarefied retreats. The Caribbean’s newest hotels for 2022 are a melange of styles and sensibilities, from all-inclusive to boutique and everywhere in between

Check your bill: Some Marriott hotels are now charging a nightly 'sustainability fee'

In a world full of hotels trying to nickel-and-dime guests, it probably won't come as a shock to hear that a new, unexplained charge is being reported by

Elephant surprises hotel manager by walking into lobby

An elephant wandered into the lobby of a hotel, much to the surprise of the manager sitting at the front desk

CDC warns against travel to Canada

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Tuesday warned against travel to Canada after updating its COVID-19 travel guidelines on Sunday

The First Clinical Use of Insulin

In 1889, a Polish physician, Oscar Minkowski, removed the pancreas from a healthy dog and noted that the animal suffered an immediate rise in blood sugar. Thirty-three years later in 1922, a Canadian researcher, Frederick Banting, read Minkowski's notes and determined that diabetes might be treated with a pancreatic extract of insulin. He was provided a laboratory in which to work at the University of Toronto. On January 11, 1922, a 14-year-old diabetic boy lay dying at the

EU ends omicron travel ban on flights from southern Africa

The European Union has ended travel restrictions on flights from southern Africa well over a month after imposing it on hopes of containing the spread of the omicron variant of the corona virus

Google Maps Tops in 2021 as Most-Downloaded Travel App

Booking.com outpaced rival Airbnb in downloads in the online travel agency category globally by nearly 20 million in 2021

Greenpeace EU Urges for More Rail Travel & Less Air Travel

The non-governmental organization Greenpeace European Unit has called on the European Union authorities to focus more on rail than plane travel, while also claiming that the EU Commission's

Got the January blues? Hawai'i just made it a lot easier to visit

Which travel rule has Hawai'i just removed to make it easier for tourists to visit

How to use the Bible as a travel guide to Israel

There are hundreds of biblical sites in Israel - some have been identified with certainty by archaeologists while others require an act of faith. To what extent can we use the Tanakh, and its stories of David and Goliath, Samson et al, as a reliable tour guide

A very Yosemite Christmas: 4 must-try winter adventures in the park

Ice skating in the shadow of Half Dome. Cozying up in historic hotels. Here are four must-try winter activities in Yosemite National Park

The ultimate Greece holiday destinations to visit this summer

Sunny islands, ancient cities and the mountainous mainland – these are the very best Greece holiday destinations

10 Unforgettable Places To Visit In The U.S. This Spring

From day-trips to longer vacation destinations, here are 10 places you'll want to visit in the U.S. this spring

5 Worst Countries for Black Solo Travelers

Are you an avid Black solo traveler or thinking about taking one of your very first solo trips? Then you will hopefully find this article interesting and

Jamaica Rules Out More Lockdowns During Tourism Season

Jamaican Prime Minister reassures islanders and visitors alike lockdowns are no longer being considered in spite of the recent Omicron spike

Ski season: Here are the travel restrictions for Europe’s top winter sport destinations

Ski season: Here are the travel restrictions for Europe's top winter sport destinations

The Airline Passenger Rights Everyone Should Know

While airline travel is often frustrating, you don’t have to resign yourself to a completely miserable experience. As a passenger, you have certain rights set out by the U.S. Department of Transportation in the event of delays, cancellations and other unexpected situations

New Long-Haul Routes In 2021: American Airlines And Israel

Among many of the network movements American Airlines made in 2021, the carrier’s return to Israel was one of the special ones. With two routes in operation and a third planned to launch this year

The Most Exciting New Airline Routes of 2022

With an expectation of returning to normal, particularly with the hopes that business and international routes come back, airlines are set to introduce some exciting, highly anticipated trips in 2022

EasyJet to use green hydrogen on commercial flights

It would mean passengers flying out of airports like Manchester, Bristol, Edinburgh and Leeds/Bradford would have the option to take environmentally friendly flights for holidays or business

Sail to Hawaii From Mainland U.S. With These 4 Itineraries

Hawaii is a perfect bucket list item to cross off during the pandemic. Whether sailing from Los Angeles, San Francisco or San Diego, there is a way for every

First cruise ship in nearly 2 years docks in Honolulu with more than 2,000 passengers

The re-launch of the industry is stirring new health concerns

Viking revises world cruise itinerary on eve of departure and details what went into that

Viking became the second line to dramatically alter its world cruise on the eve of departure

TUI to resume river cruises after sailings halted amid Omicron

Holidays resume on board the newly-launched TUI Skyla on March 28 for the seven-night Magic of the Danube voyage departing from Budapest

Germany’s first Radisson Collection hotel opens in the heart of Berlin

Radisson Collection Hotel, Berlin is proud to announce the completion of an extensive twelve-month renovation, which encompassed the redesign of all guest rooms, a reimagined front-desk space, and an exciting new lobby, bar and restaurant design

The Best New Hotels In Florence: Where To Stay In 2022

Discover the best new boutique art hotels on your next trip to Florence, Italy

Ridiculous: Marriott Hotel Adds "Sustainability Fee"

We’ve seen hotel “resort fees” and “destination fees” become incredibly common, and we’ve even seen some hotels try to charge “energy fees.” However, this fee is arguably even more ridiculous

Here are the New Hotels in St. Barts of the Moment

St. Barts is a destination that’s always in style. The glamorous set—celebrities, business magnates, and the deep-pocketed in general—have gravitated to the Caribbean island and French collectivity for decades

Iconic Itineraries: On a Trip Through Sicily, Old Secrets and New Surprises

During her sixth visit to the island, one editor realizes that a little help from the experts goes a long way

This Underrated Region in Puerto Rico Is Home to Gorgeous Beaches, Mountains, and Cities

Though not quite as popular as San Juan, the eastern reaches of Puerto Rico are home to idyllic beaches, towering mountains, delicious food, plenty of historical attractions, and more

Fiji Covid Entry Requirements For 2022

The Pacific island of Fiji is welcoming travelers from several countries in 2022 - here's what you need to know before traveling

South Island train and coach trip gives passengers chance to trace Sir Edmund Hillary's footsteps

The mountaineering legend's son hopes a classic train expedition along the length of the South Island will help local businesses

Vegan travel is officially now a thing and this is how to do it

We're taking Veganuary to the next level

Int’l Travel Predicted to Reach 90% of Pre-Pandemic Levels After Newly Introduced Rules

International travel is experiencing a boost and slowly returning to pre-pandemic levels, according to the workers in the industry. Chief Executive of Jet2 of tour operator Jet2holidays and leisure airline Jet2.com, Steve Heapy, has said that bookings soared after relaxed restrictions in the UK last week, allowing

Thailand Sandbox scheme: Which destination should you go for?

This is the latest news on the Thailand Sandbox scheme: Thailand has added five more destinations to the program. Here is where to travel

Guatemala Adds Proof Of Vaccination Entry Requirement

Starting January 10, travelers from the US, UK and Canada will have to show proof of vaccination to enter Guatemala

Israeli confirms wider reopening of tourism sector

The Israeli government has confirmed the cancellation of its list of high-infection ‘red’ countries, including the UK. As per the recommendation set out by the Israeli health ministry director-general, Nachman Ash

Omicron has spread from Tianjin to Henan weeks before Winter Olympics

Two cases of the highly infectious Covid-19 strain found in city of Anyang on Sunday, traced to a student who travelled there nearly two weeks ago

World's first 'Travel with Confidence' program continues at Baha Mar

Baha Mar, the leading resort destination in The Bahamas, pledges to uphold its industry-leading Travel with Confidence program. A first-of-its-kind initiative, and the only program of this type in the world, Baha Mar continues its commitment to create the safest and healthiest

The London Underground

On January 10, 1863, the London Underground became the first underground rail system in the world. In 1890, the world's first electric trains began operation at the Underground. The original track ran between London's Paddington station and Farringdon station. Today, the Underground, or "Tube", has

Here's how to insure your trip amid airline cancellations

The omicron wave of Covid has resulted in thousands of flight cancellations in recent days. Here's why trip insurance might be a good idea

World's First Winery Airline Set To Take Flight In 2022

A New Zealand winery is unveiling wine flights, where it's business class in every glass

These precious family letters were left on a flight. Against all the odds, they came home

These letters from the 1940s were left on a Southwest Airlines flight to Chicago. Rachel DeGolia thought they were missing forever -- until Sarah Haffner got on the case

Deal alert: Book today to take advantage of $29 fares to Seattle, Las Vegas, Austin and more

For those of us currently stuck inside due to snow, ice and more, let’s think about happier times and “land a low-fare winter adventure” courtesy of the Alaska Airlines winter flash sale, with one-way fares starting at just $29

One airline is cutting flights due to COVID-19 staffing shortages

Alaska Airlines announced the omicron variant had disrupted the company's operations so much so it decided to reduce departures by about 10 percent through the end of January

Barbados Simplifies Cruise Protocols

The island of Barbados has announced new port entry protocols that are meant to simplify destination exploration in a safe and responsible way through tours and shore excursions beyond the cruise ship

Forging ahead with small-ship luxury expedition cruising

For shipowner SunStone Ships, the Covid-19 pandemic has been a testing time. Like the rest of the cruise industry, it has had to deal with a long

The Leaning Tower of Pisa is Closed

In the Pisa cathedral, construction began on the free-standing bell tower on August 9, 1173 and took 117 years to complete. Built on a small foundation in soft soil the massive tower soon began to tilt, and over the centuries came to be known as the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Over time many plans were devised to correct the tilt, but none were ever determined to be

Couple forced to quarantine on cruise despite negative COVID-19 test

A couple says their 25th anniversary was ruined when they were forced to stay in their cabin during a Bermuda cruise, even though they did not test positive for COVID-19

COVID outbreaks reported on 92 cruise ships operating in U.S.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention data shows scores of cruise ships have reported cases of COVID-19

Yearning to travel in 2022? First, figure out your budget - then pick a destination

You may be dying to explore the world in 2022 but will your bank account support that plan? Get help figuring out your travel budget before booking

2022 Travel Escapes Inspired by the Chinese Zodiac

Chinese New Year 2022 will be celebrated on 1 February and while we say goodbye to the year of the Ox, 2022 welcomes in the year of the Tiger, an animal sign known to be brave, confident and thrill seeking

22 Scottish tours exploring the country in 2022

Island hopping adventures, trips exploring stately homes and key events in the calendar, we preview a selection of Scottish tours

France loosens UK travel restrictions

Measures were put in place before Christmas to slow the Omicron wave

Mauritius is the latest island destination to lift its ban on South African travellers

South African travellers will now be allowed to visit Mauritius, after the island nation remained off-limits for more than a month

COVID-19 travel restrictions: Canada

Canada welcomes vaccinated tourists! Take your time to learn about the COVID-19 entry requirements that are in place now

Thailand: Travel restrictions tighten after spread of Omicron variant

Thailand tightens entry requirements due to omicron spread

Hampton Manor, Solihull hotel review

Our review of the UK's foodiest hotels, Hampton Manor in Solihull, Birmingham – for a Michelin-starred restaurant, bakery, wine tastings and more among 45 acres of estate

Weekly digest: Hotel openings, a review from Paris & trends galore

And just like that, it was January: a month that crawls by under the shadow of the Holidays. It’s not all dark mornings and freezing evenings, though, as January is a time at Hotel Designs when we put our fortune-telling hats on to explore some of the most significant hotel openings

10 Spectacular Hotels That Sit Precariously on Cliffsides

We have handpicked 10 of the most breathtakingly beautiful clifftop hotels around the world, from California to South Africa, from the Caribbean to Europe

Israel Will Welcome Vaccinated American Tourists This Weekend After Temporarily Closing Its Borders

Israel will once again welcome all international visitors, including from the United States, after closing its borders to Americans in late November

Norwegian Cruise Line cancels voyages on 8 ships

Norwegian Cruise Line has announced the cancellation of voyages on eight ships, citing "ongoing travel restrictions."

10 European Travel Resolutions for 2022

I am optimistic. I know: I probably shouldn’t be. If it’s not Delta, it’s Omicron. If it’s not Omicron, it’s Epsilon, or Omega, or Triple-Theta, or whatever variant next rears its head. And yet, I remain unaccountably, giddily positive when thinking of 2022 travels

Startup Avelo Airlines announces new funding round as it plans to double in size

Less than a year after commencing operations, Avelo Airlines announced a new funding round on Thursday and is looking to the future

Airline cancellations could get worse this weekend

Airline cancellations are surging Thursday for a seventh straight day and threaten to throw off weekend flights home for holiday travelers

An extraordinary, incredible example of customer service (yes, from an airline)

At a time where many airlines are using AI to field angry customer calls, one airline has a very different approach

Surprising Startups: Which Airlines Launched During 2021?

Following a significant transformation in the aviation industry amid the global health crisis, there were bound to be new players emerging as existing powerhouses struggled to adapt. As this year comes to an end, we thought we’d look back at which fresh faces

COVID outbreak ends cruise for thousands on German ship in Lisbon

The German operator of a cruise ship that has been stuck in Lisbon's port due to an outbreak of the coronavirus among its crew pulled the plug on the voyage on Sunday after some passengers tested positive, port authorities said

CDC Says Cruise Ship Conditional Sail Order Will Become Voluntary, Despite Omicron

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says its Conditional Sail Order will become voluntary for cruise lines as of January 15, 2022

Head of Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority talks visitor arrival forecasts, cruise ships and more

Among the many developments in Hawaiʻi's tourism industry, the first cruise ship is set to pull into Honolulu Harbor this weekend. The state also tweaked its Safe Travels program, and there are forecasts for the islands to see not 10 but 12 million visitors a year. How do we deal with that

An English Country Hotel Like No Other

The Tawny in Staffordshire U.K. does not have that problem. Few English country hotels can boast the undulating hills, pristine lakes and unaffected woodlands of this new property. The saying location, location, location comes to mind

This Art Deco Building in Oslo Will Reopen As a Luxury Hotel — With Idyllic Roman Baths and a Mimosa Trolley

Sommerro House is set to debut in September 2022 as a 231-room luxury hotel within an Oslo landmarked building

A Stunning Light-Filled Hotel Opens in a Parisian Heritage Building, and Other News

Housed inside the Louvre’s former post office in the fashionable 1st arrondissement, the Hôtel Madame Rêve is the vision of hotelier Laurent Taïeb who used late French designer Andrée Putman’s maxim “life must be golden” as her

CDC Adds Caribbean Destination to Highest COVID-19 Travel Warning Level

The CDC moved Aruba to Level 4 status, and raised the Bahamas and Sint Maarten from Level 2 to Level 3

10 Travel Planning Tips for LGBTQ+ Explorers

Travel is for everyone. Feel safe while you travel with these practical travel tips from Meg Ten Eyck - our leading LGBTQ+ Travel Expert

Croatia’s Capital Registered 257% Increase in Tourist Overnight Stays in December

The Zagreb Tourist Board has revealed that the capital of Croatia has registered an increase of 257 per cent in tourist overnight stays in December 2021 compared to December 2020

Be One of the First Couples to Get Married in Antarctica

Just picture it: You’ve just landed at the southern tip of South America, feeling like a boss at the edge of the world as you look at a giant ocean ahead of you. You and your fiancé board a luxurious ship headed for Antarctica, where, surrounded by glaciers and penguins

Theodore Roosevelt Dies

On this day in 1919, the 26th President of the United States passed away. Theodore "Teddy" Roosevelt was a larger-than-life figure whose accomplishments spanned exploration, conservation, science, sports, the military, and politics. During the Spanish-American war in 1898, Roosevelt organized the Rough Riders, the 1st U.S. Volunteer Cavalry Regiment, and became a war hero, awarded the

These Countries Are The Best Places For Zipline Enthusiasts

Ziplining offers a safe, thrilling ride from one open space to another, and these countries provide the perfect landscape for daredevils

4 Smart Ways to Travel More Sustainably in 2022

Two years into the pandemic, we’re now — finally, finally — able to travel a bit more freely. Though with that newfound freedom also comes more awareness of our impact on the planet. While sustainable or, even better, regenerative, travel was becoming more popular pre-COVID, it’s now well and truly at the forefront

The U.S. Finally Lifted Its Travel Ban on South African Countries

President Biden called the ban "no longer necessary to protect the public health."

A Family Travel Guide to Washington, D.C.

Washington, D.C has always been a top destination for families, and we've rounded up the best things to do with family (and where to stay) on your next visit

Rainforests, Maya ruins and beautiful beaches await you on a Belize adventure

If you're seeking adventure, Belize should be top of your list. From the warm waters of the Caribbean to the heights of the Maya Mountains, there are

The world's safest airline for 2022 revealed

The past year has proved to be yet another incredibly difficult one for airlines as the slump in air travel continued throughout 2021 due to the impact of the ongoing pandemic

European Airlines Cancel Thousands of Winter Flights as Demand Slumps

Lufthansa Group alone is dropping 33,000 flights from its January and February schedule as demand slumps

Pakistan's Airlines Could Soon Be Allowed To Fly To US, UK, & EU

It has been nearly a year and a half since the aviation authorities of the US, the UK, and the European Union banned airlines from Pakistan. However, ICAO’s delayed safety audit of Pakistan’s Civil Aviation Authority is now complete

Kenya Airways and South African Airways to form new airline to launch in 2023

South African Airways only recently resumed operations last September after grounding all commercial and cargo flights in September 2020. But even before the

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Focused Hotel Opens In Orlando

The hotel is going beyond that of traditional properties when supporting diversity and placing kids' diversity at the forefront

This Dubai Hotel Hit a Guinness World Record for Largest Champagne Glass Pyramid - See It Now

The pyramid was made up of nearly 55,000 glasses and filled with Moët & Chandon

7 hotel trends shaping hospitality in 2022

International architecture firm SB Architects has identified which key hotel trends are shaping hospitality design in 2022 and beyond

You can now transfer Capital One miles to Choice Privileges for free hotel stays — here's when it does (and doesn't) make sense

Capital One previously announced Choice Privileges as an upcoming hotel partner - and now you can transfer miles to Choice points at a 1:1 ratio

Cordelia Cruises Quickly Responds to Cases Onboard

Cordelia Cruises has reported that several people have tested positive for coronavirus onboard its only ship, all of them being asymptomatic. The Empress has

Cruise ship tour: Holland America's Eurodam

Eurodam offers Caribbean cruises in the Winter, then heads to the U.S. West Coast for Alaska and Trans-Canal cruises in 2022. Take a tour of the ship

Scenic reveals 2022 river cruise programme

Dining experiences, journeys to historic sites, adventure activities and natural landscapes feature in Scenic's 2022 river cruise itineraries

Celestyal Cruises launches Wave season offers

Celestyal Cruises rolled out its Wave season campaign with savings up to 30% off select 2022 sailings

Katarina Line Takes Travelers to ‘the Other Italy’ In 4-Day Istrian Rooftops Land Tour

Katarina Line, Croatia’s leading DMC and premier small ship cruise specialist, continues to enhance its wide array of guided land tours that offer seamless connections to many of its popular cruises. Among its most unique tours, the company’s 4-day Istrian Rooftops explores the picturesque hilltop villages of Istria, offering a taste of the region’s exceptional cuisine, wine, architecture and scenic charm. Situated between the Gulf of Trieste and the Kvarner Gulf

Where to Travel in 2022

Cosmopolitan cities, remote wilderness, and sustainable destinations offer travelers diverse getaways this year

7 Reasons You Should Visit Alaska In 2022

From visiting glaciers to viewing the northern lights, here are 7 reasons you should consider visiting Alaska in 2022

From Hikes to Bike Tours, 7 Ways to Get Active in Wine Regions Around the World

From California to Spain, learn about the land that produces the wines you love on guided hikes, snowshoeing treks and cycling tours

6 Under-The-Radar Places To Visit In Croatia

Croatia has so many attractions and historic sites for visitors, and its popularity as a destination only grew given its role in Game of Thrones

These are the best solo travel destinations for women in 2022

Kristin Addis, AKA Be My Travel Muse, shares her top countries for female solo travel in 2022, including Iceland, Thailand and Sri Lanka

Mexico tourist destinations reporting highest COVID counts since start of pandemic

Mexico reported its states Baja California Sur and Quintana Roo have been experiencing COVID-19 spikes over the summer and in December

Latest Entry Requirements For Top 10 Destinations In Latin America

This article is about the current entry requirements in January 2022 for the top 10 travel destinations in Latin America

Hawaii updates entry requirements: Island drops questionnaire, shortens quarantine period

Hawaii updated entry requirements this week to better align with guidance from the CDC

The Complexities of Traveling to Saudi Arabia

As the country invests in international tourism, here's everything American travelers should know about Saudi Arabia travel before visiting

5 “What Ifs” to Be Prepared for Before Traveling in 2022

Untangling requirements in any location is not an easy thing to do. Travel preparations must now include researching locations to receive COVID testing and managing the expected wait time for results into an already busy business or vacation schedule

The First Female Governor

On this day in 1925, Wyoming seated Nellie Tayloe Ross as the governor of the state, making Ross the first woman to serve as governor of a U.S. state. She was elected in a special election following the death of William Ross, her husband and the Governor she succeeded. She lost in the general elections in 1926, but remained active in politics. President Franklin D. Roosevelt appointed

Back Again: The World's Only Active Airline Airbus A340-500

The A340-500 is virtually extinct in scheduled airline use. In 2021, Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL) used one aircraft between Baku and Moscow and the Turkish resort of Bodrum before the type was grounded in early September. It marked the end of the A340-500 commercially

This airline is offering flights as low as $22 for all its routes

Breeze Airways is offering flights from Tampa for $29, and flight packages for as low as $22. The deal runs through Jan. 5, 2022

AT&T and Verizon Delay 5G Rollout After Airlines Warn of Disruptions

Airlines had warned of increased flight disruptions from the 5G deployment near U.S. airports

Dog Dies on Southwest Flight, Family Blaming Airline

A Southwest passenger says the airline is at fault after her dog wasn't able to breathe in his carrier and suffered a tragic death during a flight

Robots deployed to some hotels amid staffing shortage

A hotel in California is using the Relay Robot designed by Savioke to handle room service at the hotel

Ocean Eden Bay Hotel for Adults Only Opens in Jamaica

H10 Hotels has opened its second hotel in Jamaica. Located on the seafront, the newly built hotel has 444 rooms and a wide range of services

23 Of The Best Points Hotels I Hope To Stay At

There are lots of incredible hotels around the globe that you can book with points. Here are the 23 properties that interest me most

Hottest hotel openings anticipated for 2022 (Q1 & Q2) • Hotel Designs

Hotel Designs takes a look at the hottest hotel openings expected in 2022. The two-part series starts with hotels arriving in Q1 and Q2

Nearly 250 cruise ships will sail globally in January despite the CDC advising all travelers to avoid cruising

January 2022 will see a record number of cruise ships at sea since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic

Covid outbreak hits Mediterranean cruise ship MSC Grandiosa

MSC Cruises says 45 Covid positive passengers disembarked from its MSC Grandiosa vessel, the latest Covid-hit cruise ship as the Omicron strain spreads across the world

Celebrity Cruises and ABTA unveil Celebrity Loves Agents campaign

Celebrity Cruises is donating £10,000 to ABTA Lifeline as part of the "Celebrity Loves Agents" campaign

New 2022 Cruise Industry Executive Guide Out Now

The new 2022 Cruise Industry Executive Guide is now available to download from Cruise Industry News in PDF format, covering more than 120 cruise operators

How this family took a safe, last-minute trip to Fiji during omicron

Editor's note: Dr. Joe Leader is CEO of APEX (Airlines Passenger Experience Association), a global nonprofit advancing flight experience for nearly five

The 10 best places to go with kids in 2022: Mexico, Aruba, West Virginia, Orlando, more

The best places to go with kids in 2022 include all-inclusive resorts, family beach destinations, national parks and the country's top theme parks

The Best Parts Of Vietnam Should Be Seen From The Water

Vietnam's waterways are part of what makes it such a scenic and enticing destination, and there are multiple boat tours one can take to see it all

9 Favorite Outdoor Adventures In Sunny Aruba

Aruba is a year round destination because it is outside the Caribbean hurricane belt — and it offers a wealth of outdoor adventures

Ecuador's best national parks are wildlife wonderlands

While the Galapagos steals the show, Ecuador is studded with fantastic national parks, from the Andes to the Amazon. Here's our pick of the best

Why This East Coast State Is the Perfect Girls Getaway Destination

From wine tasting to active adventures, here's how to have the perfect girlfriend getaway in Virginia

A Botched Arrest Foils the King

Charles I was King of England, Scotland, and Ireland in 1642. These were not happy times for the monarchy. A rising Protestant movement and resentment against Charles' belief in the "divine right of kings", along with the levying of taxes without Parliament's consent caused much discontent. On January 4, 1642 Charles entered the House of Commons to arrest five members on charges of high treason. News of the King's actions, however

‘In with the New’ as we Welcome 2022

For the travel industry, the last two years have brought significant change and sustained challenges to our professional and personal lives. Perhaps there has never been a new year anticipated with more hope than the year 2022. As we look forward to better days, we also look back, reflecting on the needs of our advisor community in ’21 and how we responded, what we learned from our students, and how we intend to meet their needs going forward

COVID in Europe: Germany relaxes travel restrictions on 8 countries

COVID in Europe: Germany relaxes travel restrictions on 8 countries

The countries welcoming US tourists now — and some resources for your visit

The health risks are obvious if you’re not fully vaccinated. Many venues and events of interest to travelers are imposing restrictions or canceling outright because of the most recent Covid-19

State Department Warns Americans to Make 'Contingency Plans' for International Travel

It's not exactly the best time to travel

A new sleeper train will connect these major European cities in summer 2022

This summer, a new sleeper train will add to a network of planned routes that will link up cities across Europe, including Prague, Berlin and Amsterdam

The 30 best gifts for frequent travelers

We've pulled together the best travel gifts for any occasion. Whether they're frequent flyers or road trip warriors, there's a gift for your favorite wanderer

Hawaii Plans To Tighten Travel Restrictions

As Omicron continues to rage across the whole of the United States, Hawaii could see a fresh set of restrictions coming that may impact American travelers as well as foreign arrivals visiting soon. The island-state

Messy end to holiday travel season: 1,800+ flights canceled Monday amid winter storm

The holiday travel season has racked up more than 15,000 flight cancellations with airlines pointing to weather, staffing woes amid the COVID surge

The March of Dimes

In the early part of the 20th century, polio either killed or paralyzed thousands of Americans. President Franklin D. Roosevelt, himself a victim, founded the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis on January 3, 1938. Better known as the March of Dimes, the Foundation raised money for polio research and

Airline industry demanding FCC delay of 5G wireless service rollout

Airlines are demanding a scheduled rollout of new 5G wireless service, saying it could pose a safety risk by interfering with electronics that pilots rely on

Deal alert: Hawaii for less than $200

Want to kick off the new year in Hawaii? Now could be your chance. United Airlines is offering some deals in the beginning of 2022 from major West Coast

Should I Change My Airline Or Hotel Loyalty In 2022?

The beginning of most years is met with frequent travelers gazing sadly upon their loyalty accounts as their elite status qualification counters reset, marking the beginning of a new climb up the status

32 New Ships Set to Cruise in 2022

The new year will see 32 new cruise ships debut, made up of 25 new ships on the cruise ship orderbook for 2022, plus an additional seven vessels that were

7 Reasons Holland America Is One Of My Favorite Cruise Lines

Picking a cruise line involves many considerations, and after research, this writer favors Holland America Line when she cruises

COVID-19 outbreak ends cruise

The German operator of a cruise ship that has been stuck in Lisbon's port due to an outbreak of the coronavirus among its crew pulled the plug on the voyage on Sunday (January 2) after some passengers tested positive, port authorities said

Charlie Dimmock on cruises, overpacking and the greatest flower show in the world

Charlie Dimmock shares her travel secrets, discussing cruises, overpacking and the greatest flower show in the world

The best new hotels to book in 2022

Luxurious cottages in the Turks and Caicos. A Patagonian lodge in Argentina. Chic NoMad in London. Check out these and 19 other of the best new hotels to book in 2022

10 exciting new hotels opening in early 2022

Wow, oh wow, where did the time go? Believe it or not, it's 2022 and that means a brand-new set of resolutions to make (and keep), new trips to plan and new

As Backlash Continues, Reservations Down 50% For Disney's 'Star Wars' Hotel

It seems that more reservations for Disney's Starcruiser hotel are being dropped, leaving the Resort at half capacity for the upcoming months

International Places With Beautiful Scenery To Travel To In 2022

All around the world, there is scenery that is captivating and unforgettable, so selecting only a few proved to be a difficult undertaking

My Husband and I Are Disabled - Here's What Traveling in Marrakesh Was Like for Us

My husband and I are both disabled, but we love to travel. Here's how we went to Marrakesh as disabled travelers and still explored the city

Bucket list travel experiences to shake off winter gloom

Experts from tour operators and specialist travel firms have put together a list of experiences designed to shake off the wintry blues

Tired Of Flying? These Cities Have The Coolest Modes Of Transportation!

When it comes to the coolest, most unique modes of transportation, these cities will make you *want* to move around

Don't Travel Amid Omicron Without Buying Travel Insurance

As Omicron surges throughout the country, it's essential to prepare for travel by purchasing travel insurance before going anywhere

The hottest holiday destinations for April (literally)

Swap British spring for summer heat

Antigua and Barbuda is highlighted as a major destination in 2022

Antigua and Barbuda has been listed among the top places to travel to in 2022 by CNN Travel. Minister of Tourism, Charles Max Fernandez says it speaks to the

How The UAE's Travel Ban Is Affecting Uganda Airlines

On October 9th, Uganda Airlines launched flights to Dubai International Airport. Staff, passengers, and government officials were all ecstatic following the first landing of flight UR 466 from Entebbe International Airport

Mexico Is Now One Of The Most Visited Countries In The World

As a result of an open border policy, Mexico is favored by visitors with passenger levels reaching 95% of pre-pandemic figures

Ski season 2022: Expert tips for getting the most out of your trip

Here’s what you need to know about the 2022 ski season

Visiting Honduras? Don't Overlook These Beautiful Beaches

There's no denying that Honduras is a stunning destination, but these underrated beaches are definitely overlooked by most tourists

The Richest Year Of The Gold Rush

At the end of the year 1852, the California Gold Rush had produced over $81 million in wealth from prospecting claims. The Rush began on January 24, 1848, when James W. Marshall discovered gold on his land. News spread quickly, and soon prospectors from Oregon, Hawaii, and even Latin America were rushing to California to buy land and stake their claims. In 1849, hopeful immigrants began

Here’s where Americans want to travel abroad — and where they’re losing interest

Americans have never stopped dreaming about vacations abroad. Travel site ParkSleepFly analyzed Google search data to track where we'd like to go

Must-Visit Mexico Destinations (That Aren't Cancun Or Tulum)

Mexico is so much more than a resort destination, and these lesser-known, non-touristy spots will have you booking a vacation ASAP

Over 1,100 flight cancellations Friday: Are cancellations, delays the new normal this winter?

Omicron cases and winter weather have made holiday travel miserable for many Americans. With no end in sight, here's what air travelers can expect

Frontier Airlines Launches 4 New Direct Routes To Cancun

Daily direct flights are currently available on Frontier Airlines to Cancun from Boston, Minneapolis, Baltimore and Detroit

These five trends will shape the future of travel

Industry experts forecast what we're eager to see and do in the year ahead, from workcations to social trips

Edinburgh named 'best urban destination' at prestigious travel awards

Following the capital's prize for one of the most 'forward-thinking' cities in Europe last year, it has now been given the accolade of the Best Urban UK Destination in the prestigious awards

Amsterdam’s Red Light District: All Your Questions Answered

My first glimpse of Amsterdam’s red light district was as a teen on a family vacation. Years before the bossy lady at Google Maps could dictate step-by-step directions to any destination under the sun in real time

As a long-time cruise enthusiast, I’ve sailed aboard about 40 different ships — and this trip was one of my all-time favourites

After so much lockdown, there’s a freedom in cruising, with the endless horizon, and another new place to discover just around the corner

22 Travel Writers Share Their Favorite Travel Experiences From 2021

From foraging in the Oregon backwoods to a 73-mile walk across the UK, these 2021 travel experiences will fuel your wanderlust in 2022

CDC Now Advises Against Cruises Regardless of Vaccination Status

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is now advising people to avoid cruising regardless of their vaccination status

How air travel changed in 2021

From lost revenue to unruly passengers to canceled flights and staff shortages, the aviation industry was on the front line during the Covid pandemic's second difficult year

19 Travel Destinations Celebrities Loved Visiting in 2021

When it comes to the travel tastes of celebrities, more than one type of trip can fit the bill. For example, some celebrities crave privacy and exclusivity, whereas others want adventure or

These Cruise Ships Were Scrapped in 2021

Nine cruise ships were reduced to scrap in 2021. While this is less than the 13 cruise ships scrapped in 2020, only two cruise ships were scrapped in 2019

Cruise passenger spending has been 'off the charts' this year - see what the travelers at sea have been splurging on

Cruise companies like Carnival, Royal Caribbean, and MSC Cruises have reported a boost in onboard spending since the resumption of sailing in 2021

‘Drunk’ Spirit Airlines passenger charged over brawl with flight crew

A drunk Spirit Airlines passenger has been charged in the alleged mid-air assault of flight attendants who'd asked her to move seats, federal authorities said

This French Hotel Is For Champagne Lovers

You've had champagne at check-in before. But if you're an enthusiastic lover of bubbles, it's time to put the Royal Champagne Hotel & Spa, an elegant hotel in France's historic

World Of Hyatt's New Hotel Bonus Points Offer

World of Hyatt members can earn 500 bonus points per night when staying at new hotels. Here's how this ongoing promotion works

My Top 10 Hotel Stays In 2021 - Live and Let's Fly

My top 10 hotel stays in 2021, a list that includes a lot of Hyatt hotels

Serving The Island Paradise: Hawaiian Airlines' Fleet In 2021

While Hawaiian Airlines only operates three different aircraft types, its fleet boasts considerable diversity. The Honolulu-based airline serves the island state with narrowbody aircraft from both sides of

Drunk passenger charged for attacking two flight attendants

Federal prosecutors announced that Amanda Renee Henry, 43, turned herself into the FBI agents in Nashville on Tuesday after allegedly attacking two flight attendants on a November Spirit flight

Japan's top carriers were the most on-time airlines in 2021

Japanese airlines offered up some impressive on-time performance in 2021

American Airlines to Launch Daily Flights to Anguilla

Fresh off the launch of its first-ever nonstop flights to Anguilla, American Airlines has announced plans to add even more flights

88 cruise ships under CDC investigation following COVID outbreaks

The new Omicron strain is the latest sign of the COVID's hold on the cruise line industry

These Cruise Ships Continue to Sit in Limbo

While most of the world's cruise ships are now back in service, an entire fleet of vessels continues to sit idle in several spots around the globe. These

Puerto Rico Tightens Cruise Testing Protocols, 11 Ships Cancel

The U.S. territory of Puerto Rico has tightened its protocols for cruise passengers and crew, causing some lines to cancel calls there

Top 15 reasons to go on a cruise for your honeymoon

There’s no vacation more special than your honeymoon. It’s the first time you and your new spouse will be jetting off as husband and wife! Love is in the air and your honeymoon provides much-needed relaxation to celebrate a new life chapter

Establishment Of The USSR

On this day in 1922, the Treaty on the Creation of the USSR was approved and finalized, forming the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics, aka the Soviet Union. The USSR was created by Vladimir Lenin, who closely followed the teachings of Karl Marx. The USSR was the first country in the world to be founded on

10 Exciting New Hotels Coming To Europe In 2022

Your European holiday awaits at one of these exciting new openings

These hotels in the Scottish Highlands will make you want to escape there in the new year

From loch-edge lodges to historic castles, these are the best Scottish Highlands hotels to book for 2022

In Antigua, a 17th Century Mansion Becomes a Boutique Hotel

One of Antigua’s oldest properties is set to become the island’s newest hotel early next year. It’s called the Weatherills Hotel, and the family-owned boutique hotel is set in an historic, restored 17th-century colonial mansion

Northwest Travel Guide 2022: Hikes, road trips and getaways around the region

From Cascade Mountain road trips to hikes in the Oregon Dunes, here's where to travel this year

8 Can't-miss Destinations on a Road Trip Along Oaxaca's Wild Coast

When it comes to exploring the wild coast of southern Mexico, put these Oaxacan beaches, fishing villages, and nature reserves on your itinerary

The 10 States That Top Our Readers 2022 Travel Lists

Outdoor travel will continue, but people are excited to return to big cities. These are the top states our readers are planning to visit in 2022

10 Must-Do Activities In Costa Rica Only Known By Locals

Costa Rica is a country filled with a diverse culture and scenery, but the most unique things one can do are those approved by even its locals

Domestic travel vaccine mandate back in spotlight

The debate over requiring COVID-19 vaccines for domestic travel is back in the spotlight this week, despite pushback from the business community and the potential for strong backlash if the Biden administration imposes a mandate

Inside the upcoming Orient Express La Dolce Vita train

The launch of the new Orient Express La Dolce Vita might still be a while off, but it seems as though the highly anticipated service will definitely be worth the wait

The Best Time to Visit Greece for Good Weather, Fewer Crowds, and Affordable Prices

Here's when to travel to Greece for good weather, fewer crowds, and affordable prices

The 10 most extreme travel adventures in the world

From Fraser Island and Angel Falls to the Atacama and Mount Everest, we've collated the 10 most extreme places that modern travel has made possible to visit

15 Essential Steps for Flying With Your Pet

The latest rules and advice to keep your animal safe and comfortable in the air

Flight cancellation chaos continues as airlines blame weather, omicron

U.S carriers Delta Air Lines and Alaska Air Group canceled hundreds of flights on Tuesday and Wednesday due to adverse weather conditions and rising cases of omicron

Flight attendants fume as CDC gives airlines what they want on quarantine change

Just days before the CDC announced the change, the airline industry united to press for a shortened quarantine timeframe

The Most Important Story in Airlines in 2021

Sometimes the daily news cycle, even in a specialized beat like the airlines, can cloud what really is the most important story in the industry

United Airlines Uses Jet Fuel Made From Plants In Passenger Flight

United Airlines is using a new Jet Fuel Made From Plants In Passenger Flight - the new aviation biofuel is made from corn

Massacre at Wounded Knee

After years of the United States seizing Native American lands and forcing tribes onto reservations, as well as treaty provisions that were never honored, came to a head on December 29, 1890 at Wounded Knee. European settlers were growing concerned over a new movement with the Lakota tribe called the "Ghost Dance"; this religion assured the Native American people that soon their ancestors would return and the white man would be swept from the land and the wildlife returned. Settlers feared the

A Reinvigorated Historic Hotel Overlooking Central Park

Inside the newly reopened Park Lane Hotel

America's Most Haunted Hotel Is In Arkansas: Is It Worth The Hype?

This historic haunt is more than just a chilling memory of a hotel-turned-hospital, and it's still considered the most haunted hotel in America

9 of the most romantic hotels for Valentine's Day in the Caribbean

For couples looking to dial up the romance on Valentine's Day, look no further than the Caribbean where resorts, villas, private islands and

5 Latest Cruise Ship Moves - December Update

Despite the cruise news space being dominated by resumption headlines, a lot is happening in the cruise ship secondhand market too. From opportunistic

Over 85 cruise ships under CDC investigation following COVID outbreaks

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Tuesday said it is actively investigating or observing 86 cruise ships following COVID-19 outbreaks on board.Why it matters: The Omicron variant has driven up infections across the U.S., upending vacation plans and disrupting travel. The new strain is

Every Cruise That Should Be On Your Bucket List

Planning a holiday trip and not sure where to go or what to get up to? Flying off somewhere does not feel like the kind of adventure you are aiming for, and

Review: Dining at Cagney's Steakhouse on Norwegian Cruise Line

A review of my multiple dining experiences at Cagney's steakhouse on Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Epic

A New Adventure Camp Immerses Visitors in Antarctica — and Encourages Them to Tread Lightly

A new adventure camp in Antarctica immerses visitors in the remote beauty of the white continent — and encourages them to tread lightly

Our Top Stories From 2021 To Inspire Your 2022 Travels

From stories of self discovery to tales of overcoming trials, TravelAwaits' writers seek to inspire your future adventures

How To Do A Beach Crawl In Turks And Caicos

If your sights are set on international travel for the foreseeable future, we know a great place to look

Heaven Hill: How It Became The World's Largest (Toured) Distillery

It might be the second-largest bourbon home in the world, but Heaven Hill remains the largest toured distillery on the planet

CDC moves 3 more European destinations to its highest travel risk category

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention added three destinations in Europe to its highest-risk category (Level 4) for travel on Tuesday

Latest Entry Requirements For The Most Popular Destinations In The Caribbean

The Most Up To Date Restrictions And Requirements For Some Of The Most Popular Destinations In The Caribbean

I Hope to Travel More in 2022. Here's How I'm Saving for That

A writer explains what she's doing to boost her travel budget for the new year. Are you doing the same

8 Predictions for Traveling in 2022 (and Possibly Beyond)

Things in the travel industry are changing due to the pandemic every day--still. And in 2022, we expect more changes: more flexible bookings and more air rage incidents, better cleaning protocols and ever-changing COVID measures, more slow travel and more fear of getting stuck

The 8 Best Small Towns in Hawaii, According to Locals

These small towns in Hawaii are big on culture, history, arts, food, and fun

Why did John Madden travel by bus? How his fear of flying led to the birth of the 'Madden Cruiser'

John Madden's travel arrangements were far from orthodox, but riding the Madden Cruiser and avoiding the skies worked well for the broadcasting legend

Malta hits COVID record as U.S. warns against travel to island

Malta registered a record number of COVID-19 infections on Wednesday as the United States added the Mediterranean island to its highest-risk category for travel and urged its citizens not to visit

World's First Commercial Movie Screened

On the 28th of December in 1895, history was made at a the Salon Indien du Grand Café in Paris. Two French brothers, Louis and Auguste Lumiere, had just developed a projector camera they dubbed the "Cinematographe". The screening in December featured

'Sit down, Karen': Woman taken into FBI custody after mask confrontation on Delta flight

Video shows the woman telling a fellow passenger to mask up while her own mask was down. Then it got ugly

Airlines cancel nearly 800 more domestic flights Tuesday amid COVID-fueled holiday travel nightmare

Nearly 800 flights within, into and out of the U.S. were canceled Tuesday following thousands of cancellations amid the busy holiday travel period

Weather, not Omicron, taking the biggest bite out of Canadian airline schedules

Canadian air travelers are experiencing an uptick in flight cancellations this holiday season, but airlines say weather is a bigger factor than COVID-19

Frontier Airlines Launches Four New Nonstop Routes to Cancun - Caribbean Journal

It’s been the hottest travel destination in the wider region amid the pandemic: Cancun. And the Mexican Caribbean hotspot continues to see rapid airlift growth, particularly from fast-expanding carrier Frontier Airlines

Cruising during COVID-19: Cancellation, refund policies vary by cruise line

Cruise passengers concerned about COVID-19 need to know about their line's cancellation policies: It doesn't always mean a full refund

Boy falls to death on cruise ship after plummeting from balcony

The 15-year-old boy died aboard the MSC Seashore ship, which was returning to Miami after a five-day trip to the Caribbean

Here Are the Cruise Ships That Found New Homes in 2021

While a handful of cruise ships were sold to scrap yards in 2021, other vessels were able to find new homes during the year. With the pandemic still fueling

Carnival Cruise Line's Mardi Gras Voted Best New Cruise Ship of 2021

Carnival Cruise Line's Mardi Gras voted Best New Cruise Ship of 2021 in Cruise Hive's annual Cruise Ship Awards

Say goodbye to plastic hotel toiletries...soon

A ban on those plastics for larger hotels takes place at the start of 2023. However, the logistics of the hospitality industry mean the process for finding replacements is well underway

Flight attendant shares top safety tricks to do before entering your hotel room

The unnamed woman shared her safety tips on Mumsnet, claiming to have been a member of the cabin crew for more than a decade

New York: Get Ready For a Luxury Hotel Boom

From the Aman, to the Ritz Carlton, to a new grand boutique hotel - New York City will welcome a group of fabulous and five-star properties into the fold

20 U.S. Destinations Perfect for Solo Travelers

These destinations make solo travel in the U.S. easy and fun

A photo tour of Slovenia's Vipava Valley

The lusciously fertile Vipava Valley in Slovenia has a magical combination of exceptionally fine wine and food, dramatic karst landscapes and medieval castles towering over pretty villages

6 Must-visit 'Harry Potter' Filming Locations in Oxford, England

Follow the footsteps of Rowena Ravenclaw and Godric Gryffindor all the way to Oxford, England

14 Quaint U.S. Islands To Explore In 2022

With so many charming islands to explore in the U.S., you can take your pick of rugged and outdoorsy, or sleepy and beachy

10 Glacier Hikes That Have Visitors Seeing Iceland In A New Way

Iceland is known for being the land of snow and ice, and these glacier hikes are allowing visitors to see the country's beauty in a whole new way

Our 20 Most Popular Travel News Stories From 2021

Here's a look back at our most popular travel news stories from 2021 to reflect on

Dispatch from Europe: What it's like to travel during COVID

Europe has been ahead of the U.S. in suffering the effects of the Omicron variant

Fauci: US should consider vaccine mandate for US air travel

The top U.S. infectious disease expert says the nation should consider a vaccination mandate for domestic air travel

Biden to Lift Omicron Travel Ban on New Year's Eve

President Joe Biden rolled back numerous of his predecessor's discriminatory policies but lingering issues continue to plague the administration

Latest Information and Guidance For Travel To India

With governments worldwide extending travel restrictions, ease of travel is also being considered for high-frequency travel routes. The Indian government has made it easier for passengers looking to travel back to India by extending air

Airlines cancel more than 6,000 flights amid Omicron

Airlines canceled over 6,000 flights during Christmas weekend due to staffing shortages resulting from the Omicron variant, technical difficulties, weather challenges and normal holiday travel inconveniences

Fauci says idea of taking masks off airplanes 'not something we should even be considering'

Dr. Anthony Fauci, the longtime director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, on Sunday said that taking masks off while on an airplane is "not something we should even be considering."

Savannah Airport: The Runway That Contains Gravestones

In terms of airports, the US state of Georgia is perhaps best known for the presence of Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International. This was the world’s busiest by passenger traffic for more than two decades before COVID-19 hit. However, elsewhere in the state lies another noteworthy airport, namely for the fact that one of its runways contains gravestones

A love letter to The Mirage, the hotel that changed the world — and my life

I didn’t know it the first time I stepped foot (or rolled, really) into The Mirage, but the stroller I was sitting in was entering hallowed ground in the hotel world. I was four years old, it was 1996, and my parents had just driven myself, my brother and my grandma

10 Exciting New Hotels Coming To Europe In 2022

Dreaming of a trip to Europe in 2022? From a historic gem in London to a beachside retreat in Greece, these are the best new hotels to have on your radar

21 Exciting New U.S. Hotels Opening In 2022

Travel has been limited by the pandemic, but many new hotels and resorts are scheduled to open in 2022, indicating some optimism

6 Former Monasteries and Convents Converted Into Stunning Hotels

From a 15th-century monastery on a Croatian island to a 17th-century Roman Catholic convent in the heart of San Juan, these are the most spectacular monasteries turned luxury lodgings

COVID-19 outbreaks hit 3 cruise ships as Florida breaks record for new cases

An undisclosed number of passengers and crew aboard the Carnival Freedom tested positive. It was the third outbreak this week affecting ships operated by Carnival and Royal Caribbean

Cruises are once again facing disruption because of Covid-19

At least four ocean cruise ships were turned away from ports of call or were prohibited from letting passengers disembark in the Americas this week because of Covid-19 cases aboard

Holland America cruise skips Mexico stop after positive Covid tests

A Holland America cruise ship was on its way back to port Saturday after it was rejected by Mexican health officials following positive Covid-19 tests on board

Meet 5 New Cruise Brands

While the major corporations continue to dominate the cruise market, there are several new brands entering service over the next few years. With their new

The Top 10 U.S. Cities To Visit In 2022

Here are the top 10 memorable and trip-worthy cities in the United States that you'll want to visit in 2022

You Can Now Stay At The Actual Yellowstone Ranch

You can now live like the Duttons on this real-life, functioning ranch - filming site of the hit Paramount television show, Yellowstone

Canyonlands: Essential Guide For Extreme Biking In 'The Maze'

Canyonlands National Park is home to an extreme biking trail known as The Maze, and this is everything bikers should know before attempting it

U.S. to lift travel ban on 8 southern African countries

The U.S. will lift travel restrictions to eight southern African countries on New Year’s Eve, the White House announced Friday

COVID-19 travel restrictions: Italy

As of December 2021, Italy is open for tourism for a limited number of countries. Please take your time to learn the information presented below to check if you can enter Italy and what COVID-19 restrictions are in place

Travel to Hawaii during Covid-19: What you need to know before you go

If you're planning to travel to Hawaii, here's what you'll need to know and expect if you want to visit during the Covid-19 pandemic

The Safest Countries for Women To Travel Alone

If you're a female traveler, make sure to check the safest countries for women to travel alone before you make a travel plan. Read our article for the list

No long-distance travel for women without male relative: Taliban

Taliban authorities say women must be with a close male relative to travel more than 72km, drawing condemnation

With the Return of the Orient Express to Italy in 2023, Travel Just Got a Little More Exciting

The six Orient Express La Dolce Vita trains will pay homage to the craftsmanship, design and creativity of the 1960s and 1970s

How to find a COVID-19 test while traveling abroad

COVID-19 testing is a reality of traveling during the pandemic, especially with the threat of the new omicron variant

The Grand Opening of Radio City Music Hall

On December 27, 1932, in the midst of the turmoil of the Great Depression, thousands of Americans still turned out for the opening of the Radio City Music Hall in New York City. On its opening day, the Hall held a grand live stage show featuring Martha Graham, Doc Rockwell, and Ray Bolger. Originally penned the "International Music Hall", the name was eventually changed thanks to the

Unruly airline passengers could lose TSA PreCheck credentials. 'If you act out of line, you will wait in line'

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) have joined forces in the fight against unruly airplane passengers

The World's First 'Winery Airline' Is Taking to the Skies

Invivo, a New Zealand-based winery, announced plans to operate a plane route from Auckland to Queenstown last week, creating the world's first winery airline

How far through the crisis are America's biggest airlines?

While many international services remained heavily restricted for US carriers until November's easing of travel rules into the country, access to the large domestic market had already helped give the travel recovery momentum

COVID Fears Prompt EQUAIR To Delay Its Inaugural Flight

The Ecuadorian startup EQUAIR has delayed its inaugural flight from December 22 to January 10 due to COVID-19 fears. Yesterday, the airline announced its latest decision after some virus cases across the company

Explorer Dream to Resume Cruises in Taiwan on Dec. 31

Dream Cruises has announced the restart of cruises in Taiwan with the Explorer Dream resuming operations beginning on Friday, Dec. 31. According to a press

55 people catch COVID on Royal Caribbean cruise

Fifty-five passengers aboard a Royal Caribbean cruise ship that departed Fort Lauderdale, Florida on Saturday have since tested positive for COVID-19, a report said

Itinerary Changes for Six Carnival Cruise Ships

Carnival Cruise Line informs guests of itinerary changes impacting six vessels from five US homeports

AIDA and Viking Take Delivery of New Cruise Ships

Construction is continuing on pace for new cruise ships as the industry works to recover and manage

15 Most Anticipated High-Design Hotel Openings of 2022

From Tel Aviv to the Turks & Caicos, these are the spots to look out for in the New Year

Spain's November hotel bookings jumped five-fold from November 2020

The number of nights booked by tourists in Spanish hotels surged five-fold in November from the same month a year earlier, but was still 20% lower than in November 2019, data released on Thursday showed

The Coolest Boutique Hotel Restaurants And Bars Across The World, According To Founder Of HAP Concierge Brandon Berkson

Hotels Above Par is an expertly curated online guide designed for the savvy traveler. Its founder, Brandon Berkson, has recently launched HAP Concierge service. This is a new kind of travel agency focused on planning boutique-style hotels and experiences around the world

Peru, Chile, Ecuador & Others Win at 2021 World Travel Awards

Central and South American countries were well-represented when the 2021 annual World Travel Awards (WTA) were announced recently

TIME Expands World’s Greatest Places Franchise with Monthly Travel Series 'TIME Destinations'

TIME announced it will expand its World's Greatest Places franchise for the first time with the launch of TIME Destinations

Where to Travel in 2022

'Tis the season to start dreaming of all the trips we want to take next year. Here, the best places to travel in 2022

Plan ahead and make traveling easy this holiday season | Need to Know

Some 16,000 travelers are expected come and go through Sacramento International Airport from Dec. 17 to Jan

First Cancun Hotel Announces Mandatory Testing For Entry

The NIZUC Resort and Spa has announced they will now require proof of a negative Covid-19 test to enter the hotel. Cancun is well known worldwide for its relaxed entry requirements but the NIZUC has

Stay Green: Best Eco-Friendly Destinations For 2022

Eco-friendly travel is set to be one of 2022's top trends, and these destinations are where many people will be immersing themselves in nature

Why you shouldn't dismiss a ski trip to Scotland

With international travel still proving problematic, look closer to home for a winter sports holiday

Six reasons you need a travel advisor now more than ever

Shifting travel restrictions and complex protocols have reaffirmed the value of trusted, professional travel advice, with many hopeful travelers wisely

World's most scenic winter road trips - and a UK spot has made the top 10

The world's most scenic winter road trips have been revealed including breathtaking drives in Canada, the USA, Iceland, the UK and more beautiful destinations

Europeans Are Sharing The Biggest Tourist Traps And Red Flags In Their Cities

When you're traveling to a new place, it can be difficult to decipher the authentic spots from the tourist traps

Vincent Van Gogh Cuts Off His Ear

On this day in 1888, Dutch artist Vincent Van Gogh, today a renowned artist today but underappreciated during his time, took a razor to his ear in a fit of rage and sliced off his own ear lobe. Van Gogh had been suffering from psychotic episodes and frequent mental breakdowns from severe depression, exasperated by his heavy drinking and neglect to his own physical health. Some believe that the famous incident was the result of a

Canada's Flair Airlines adds 2 major US destinations

Canada's Flair Airlines is making big moves in the Big Apple and the Windy City

Airline CEO says "idiot" anti-vaxxers should not be allowed to fly, shop for groceries

The CEO of Ryanair, one of the largest airlines in Europe, said last week that those who have chosen not to get vaccinated against COVID-19 should be banned from various aspects of everyday life

How Omicron's Rapid Spread Could Impact Airline Operations

The rapid spread of the Omicron variant of coronavirus is causing concerns at a busy time of year. The new strain has prompted countries to reintroduce stricter travel restrictions, casting doubts over many people’s Christmas travel plans

American Airlines to Launch Daily Flights to Dominica

American Airlines has announced that the just-launched Miami-Dominica route will expand to daily service beginning on April 5, 2022

Members Only: Why Hotels From LA to Atlanta Are Opening Private Clubs

Join the club at hotels like Pendry West Hollywood, Thompson Buckhead and more

Members Only: Why Hotels From LA to Atlanta Are Opening Private Clubs

Join the club at hotels like Pendry West Hollywood, Thompson Buckhead and more

Hilton Salwa: The gigantic luxury hotel in the middle of nowhere

The Hilton Salwa Beach Resort & Villas is a luxury resort the size of a small town near Qatar's border with Saudi Arabia which opened amid the pandemic. Is it worth the trek across the desert

Dream Hotel Group to build downtown Miami flagship hotel

Dream Hotel Group announced plans to open a 165-room, 10-story hotel as part of a hospitality-driven entertainment complex in downtown Miami

Will omicron affect my cruise? How cruise lines are adjusting to the new variant

The cruise industry is once again making headlines for onboard outbreaks of COVID-19 and ships being turned away from port due to sick passengers and crew

Norwegian Cruise Line to Continue Terminal COVID Testing

Norwegian Cruise Line will continue testing its passengers at the terminal, prior to boarding a ship, through Jan. 31, 2021. This was outlined on the cruise

Carnival Cruise Line updates onboard mask requirements as omicron spreads

Carnival Cruise Line updated its mask policy Friday for sailings through Jan. 31 as omicron continues to spread

Could Cruises Pause Again As Cases Rise on Land?

Are cruise ships beginning to see the impact of the Omicron variant? And could the variant lead to another pause in sailing

Thailand's quarantine-free travel pass suspended amid Omicron variant concerns

Amid the new Omicron variant of the coronavirus, Thailand has announced some changes to its inbound quarantine-free travel status for some visitors

Travel Boom At MIA Comes As Omicron Cases Continue To Rise

Officials say they don't see things slowing anytime soon

CDC Adds 8 New Destinations to Highest Travel Warning, Including These Popular European Destinations

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention added eight new destinations to its highest travel warning including Spain, Finland, and the Caribbean island of Bonaire

What to Know About COVID-19 Testing for Travel

Stay up to date on the latest travel guidelines pertaining to at-home and PCR COVID-19 testing for domestic and international travelers

How to Keep Up With Travel Requirements in 2022

Traveling in 2022 means that you'll have to stay informed

Biden Is Considering Lifting Travel Ban on Southern African Countries

President Biden said he is considering lifting a travel ban he imposed last month on non-U. S. citizen travelers from South Africa and seven other southern African countries

Iconic Itineraries: Rekindling a Love of Travel on a Grand Tour of Egypt

In a trip from our newly relaunched franchise, a mother-son duo traces thousands of years of history with help from lots of locals

This Sacred Hiking Trail in Bhutan Is Reopening After 60 Years — Here's How You Can Visit

You can soon walk the Trans Bhutan Trail for the first time in 60 years. In March 2022, following two years of extensive restoration, the Kingdom of Bhutan will reopen

Explore Italy Next With Orient Express's Upcoming Luxury Train

The original Orient Express is set to relaunch with a new train La Dolce Vita with itineraries in Italy and to other cities in Europe

19 Unique And Fabulous Experiences In Moscow

Moscow is such an intriguing city and one well-worth visiting. There are so many things to see, it would be best to hire a local guide

SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS CLARIFIES TICKET REFUND PROCESS FOR TRAVEL ADVISORS IN NORTH AMERICA

Fort Lauderdale, Florida (December 21, 2021) – South African Airways (SAA) has informed travel advisors in the U.S. and Canada that the airline is continuing to process ticket refunds through the Refund Accounting Department in their North America Regional Office for customers whose flights were cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. To make the process more efficient, travel advisors have been asked to forward any refund requests for wholly unused or partially used tickets issued

The First Gorilla Born in Captivity

On this day in 1956, the Columbus Zoo in Ohio celebrated the birth of the first gorilla born in captivity. The baby, Colo, was 4 pounds and the daughter of two Western Lowland gorillas captured in French Cameroon. When gorillas were captured in the wild, they were often taken young enough to be reared by humans, and their parents and families were

Disruption In Belgium: Strikes Halve Brussels Airlines Flights

Brussels Airlines has saw its departures cut by half on Monday after a 24-hour crew member strike went

Grounded by the Pandemic? Donate Your Unused Points and Miles

Here’s how to give that accrued loyalty to a good cause

Delta Air Lines Just Cut These 10 Flights

Some Delta Air Lines passengers might have their upcoming trips affected, as the airline just cut 10 flights from its schedule

Several Democrats call on FAA, CDC to mandate vaccines, negative tests for air travel

Four Democratic lawmakers on Monday urged federal agencies to require airline passengers to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination or a negative test to board domestic flights

Wave season cruise deals for 2022

Welcome to wave season -- the span between January and March when cruise lines offer some of their lowest fares to travelers planning their sailings for the

Multiple Sailings Canceled for MSC Cruise Ship Due to Restrictions

MSC Cruises cancels Northern Europe sailings for MSC Magnifica from December 19, 2021, through January 14, 2022

This New 600-Foot Luxury Cruise Liner Offers 50 Suites With Private Balconies

The 100-passenger ship comes courtesy of luxury hotel group Aman

Disney Cruise Line Deposits Just Got Cut in Half!

Booking a Disney cruise has never been so inexpensive! Take a look at the new deal being offered now

My new favorite London hotel: A review of the Kimpton Fitzroy

There is an art to picking the right hotel. Location, price and loyalty programs all matter — but so does its personality

The 26 Most Anticipated Hotel Openings of 2022

From an eco-friendly resort in Costa Rica to a five-star masterpiece in the South of France, here are the most anticipated hotels opening of 2022

Dream Hotel Group Announces

Dream Hotel Group announced plans to open a 165-key, 10-story hotel in the heart of Downtown Miami, Florida

Will Travel For Food! How To Plan A Delicious Culinary Trip

Food tourism is making a splash in the world of divine delicacies, and this is how you can plan your own cuisine-themed vacation

Beyond Domestic & International: Guide To Every Tourism Type

There are more than 20 different types of tourism, each of which serves a unique purpose for the journey of each traveler

Pan Am Flight 103

On December 21, 1988, Pan Am Flight 103 exploded en route from London to New York in Scotland airspace. All 243 passengers and 16 crew members were killed, as well as 11 of the residents of the town of Lockerbie under the explosion. The attack was believed to be perpetrated as an assault against the United States as 189 of the victime were

This Private Island in the Middle of the Pacific Is Surrounded by Some of the Clearest Waters You'll Ever See

French Polynesian private island Nukutepipi, in the Tuamotu archipelago, is designed by the co-founder of Cirque du Soleil

Full list of holiday destinations with new Covid travel rules for Brits

TRAVEL rules are increasing for Brits hoping to go on holiday in the coming days and weeks.Governments around the world are tightening travel restrict

CDC moves 8 places, including the world's No. 2 destination, to its highest travel risk level

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention added eight destinations to its highest-risk category for travel on Monday, including tourist favorite Spain. Find out the other seven places now on Level 4

Thailand limits quarantine-free entry - what to know about the latest travel rules

Thailand is reintroducing hotel quarantine but measure does not apply to anyone already approved to travel to Thailand under its Test-and-Go and Sandbox programs

The Unique St. George Resort Offering The Best Of Utah’s Outdoor Wonderland

Red Mountain Resort in St. George, Utah, is a perfect wellness retreat for singles, couples, or families looking to achieve a sense of renewal

Editor's Letter: Looking Ahead to a New Year of Travel

Our newest launches, Gold List and Iconic Itineraries, will help you plan your future adventures

EU sets binding 9-month validity of vaccinations for COVID-19 travel pass

The European Commission on Tuesday adopted rules that will make the European Union COVID-19 certificate valid for travel nine months after the completion of the primary vaccination schedule

Your next dream job could pay you $85,000 to travel the world for a year — here are the pros and cons

Aspiring travel influencers, this one’s for you: An insurance company wants to pay you $85,000 to travel the world for a year

New Airline, Eurowings Discover, Launches Flight between Tampa to Frankfurt

New Airline, Eurowings Discover, Launches Flight between Tampa to Frankfurt

American and JetBlue Alliance Adds New Routes and Increased Flights

The Northeast Alliance between American Airlines and JetBlue is set to see new routes and increased frequencies next year

How far through the crisis are Europe’s biggest airlines?

For European airlines, momentum had been growing across the year, in line with the successful roll-out of vaccination programmes. European short-haul travel began opening up in the summer with the lifting of

The Berlin Wall Opens For The First Time

On this day in 1963, communist East Germany and the republic of West Germany came to an agreement to allow the wall between the two halves of the country to be opened. The decision was made in the spirit of Christmas, to allow families affected by the construction of the Berlin Wall two and a half years prior to reunite with their relatives on one-day passes. West Berliners were

48 test positive for Covid on world's biggest cruise ship

Despite stringent measures supposed to keep ocean cruises Covid-free, operator Royal Caribbean says at least 48 people on board one of its ships that docked in Miami at the weekend have tested positive for the virus

Innovative Non-Combustion Fuel Cell Tech to Power One of the Greenest Cruise Ships

With the maritime industry just at the beginning of its decarbonization journey, there’s plenty of room for innovative technologies and solutions for sustainability. One of them, the solid oxide fuel cell technology developed by

Rob Zombie, Mastodon and Mudvayne are the metal pirates of the Caribbean on the Voragos cruise

Want to escape the dreary February winter? You could do worse than joining Rob Zombie, Mudvayne, Mastodon, Black Stone Cherry and more at VORAGOSHow does a five day cruise in the Caribbean sound right now

Carnival launches twin-terminal cruise port in Dubai

US-based Carnival Corporation, in partnership with Dubai-based Shamal Holding, has unveiled the Dubai Harbour Cruise Terminal in the UAE

17 Beautiful Hotel Christmas Trees

Properties from Santa Barbara to Sydney are decking the halls with show-stopping arrangements sure to fill you with cheer

Your hotel Wi-Fi network may have some serious security flaws

An old and vulnerable gateway is still being widely used, researcher claims

InterContinental marks 75 years of pioneering luxury travel

The hotel brand has announced limited-time offers to celebrate its diamond anniversary

What it's like to stay at the UK's most creative hotel

Laura Millar gave the bohemian lifestyle a try

These will be the most popular destinations and travel trends in 2022

There are some pretty unexpected places on the list

Getting around Ecuador by road, rail and sky

Despite its rugged mountains and impenetrable jungles, Ecuador is easy to explore by bus, road and plane. Here's a guide to the best ways to get around

NYC Guide: See The Best Of The Big Apple In One Weekend

New York City is a lot to fit into just one weekend but when it comes down to Big Apple essentials, these are the experiences you need

Self-guided audio tours launched for Abu Dhabi's hidden gems

The audio tours also span Abu Dhabi city, Al Ain and Al Dhafra, and they are free for a limited time

Health officials urge people to take caution over the holidays as COVID-19 omicron cases surge

More cases of the omicron COVID-19 variant are being detected daily. Health officials are preparing for the strain take over in the United States in the coming weeks, just days ahead of holiday gatherings

Top Travel Insurance Tips For 2022

With travel restrictions lifting, learn what to look for when considering a travel insurance plan to safeguard your next trip

How Omicron is hitting travel to Europe

Several European countries have been forced into lockdown over the past few days as the highly-contagious Omicron variant continues to spread at an alarming rate

Not Just Sandy Beaches: North America's Best Honeymoon Destinations

Take a break from traditional beach destinations and try one of these (super unique!) destinations in North America for your honeymoon

COVID-19 travel restrictions: the Czech Republic

The Czech Republic is open for travelers. Find out what the current COVID-19 restrictions are in advance of your trip

Israel bars its citizens from traveling to the U.S. or Canada.

The countries were added to Israel's rapidly growing "red list" as Prime Minister Naftali Bennett's government tries to slow Omicron's spread

Holiday Travel Rush Begins This Week as COVID Cases Rise. What Travelers Should Know

The holiday travel rush kicks off this week, with more people expected to visit family and friends compared to last year as COVID cases continue to rise across

New Low-Cost Airline “Play” Offers U.S.–Europe Flights From $109

Icelandic carrier Play is entering the U.S. with extremely affordable flights to 22 European destinations

Man kicked off plane, banned from airline for wearing women's underwear as face mask

A Florida man who was kicked off of a United Airlines flight for wearing a woman's thong as a facemask reportedly said he did so in protest of the airline's mask mandate and also compared himself to Rosa Parks

Airline industry warns upcoming 5G deployment could cause hiccups for travelers

Interference from 5G signals using C-band spectrum could lead to flight disruptions, airline execs warn. Wireless carriers and FCC experts aren't so sure

Southwest deal alert: Fares as low as $69 one-way to beach destinations

Calling all Southwest fans and even those of you who consider yourselves to be above the low-cost carrier airline (tsk tsk), because it is currently running a

Video Airline CEOs testify on Capitol Hill

Transportation Producer Sam Sweeney discusses the biggest challenges airlines face and how the omicron variant could impact the holiday travel rush

TPG'S most anticipated hotel openings of 2022

Believe it or not, a new year is here. We're one year further away from 2020, a time we can only describe as indescribable. But with a new year comes new

3% tax added to hotel rooms, vacation rentals on Hawaiʻi Island

The County of Hawai'i has passed a 3% tax on guests at transient accommodations such as hotels and short-term vacation rentals

Hyatt Is Opening a New Hotel in Panama City

It's one of the most charming neighborhoods in all of Central America: the Casco Antigua of Panama City, Panama

FBI takes over probe of missing mother who fell off Carnival cruise ship

The FBI has reportedly taken over the investigation of a 25-year-old mother who fell off a Carnival cruise ship in an incident that one onboard paramedic has said had a “high suspicion

Rolf Sandvik launches Northern Xplorer -- a zero-emission cruise ship concept

Sandvik is the man behind The Fjords - a company based in Flåm in western Norway - which built hybrid electric sightseeing vessels Vision of the Fjords (in 2016) and Future of the Fjords (in 2018)

Guide to cruise line onboard booking bonus

If you’re a loyal cruiser, you’ve probably planned a future cruise before one cruise even comes to an end. With so many itineraries and destinations to choose from, it’s nice to have another cruise already lined. Having a cruise to look

Comparing 5 New Cruise Ships Sailing From Florida

Over the past several months, I've had the opportunity to sail on five new cruise ships across five cruise lines that are now sailing to the Caribbean and

10 LGBTQIA-Friendly Trips to Splurge on for NYE

With the holidays upon us, there’s never been a year worth celebrating the end of like 2021. Well, not since 2020 that is. For the LGBTQIA+ community in particular, some of whom struggle with the traditional family tropes of

Top 12 Tropical Destinations To Visit In 2022

From Key West to Jamaica, here are 10 dreamy and relaxing tropical destinations to visit this upcoming year

Omicron hammers travel in Europe as travelers adjust, cancel trips with tightening restrictions

Travel restrictions aimed at curbing the spread of omicron of COVID are hammering the travel and tourism industries and adding to the gloom in Europe

No new travel re­stric­tions — for now — should keep Canadians in WNY

A little more than two weeks ago, Canada eliminated COVID-19 testing requirements for Canadians making short trips to the United States

Hotels Go Green: How Hotels are Approaching Sustainable Travel—and Why

Bobby and Brooke Mikulas had sustainability in mind when opening their new downtown Colorado Springs hotel, Kinship Landing, even before the pandemic introduced eco-friendlier new-normals like smaller staffs and

Will Israel ban travel to the United States due to Omicron fears?

Reports that the United States was on a list of countries that could soon be labeled “red” likely caused high blood pressure among many American-Israelis

37 Products That'll Take Some Of The Annoyances Out Of Traveling

If you love to travel, except for the part where you're actually traveling, try these products that will help you get from Point A to Point B with ease

A fall trip to the Deep South is well worth the travel difficulties

This autumn, we were looking forward to a November trip to Portugal when the ongoing pandemic convinced us to reconsider. Rather than struggle with masks and constant testing while traveling

Disney: More backstage tours returning in 2022

More behind-the-scenes tours will return to Walt Disney World in early 2022, including the Keys to the Kingdom experience

2022's holiday hotspots: The most searched destinations revealed

Staycations are losing their appeal as we're beginning to plan trips to islands with more temperate climes, including Crete, Menorca and Madeira

10 Tips For Mastering The Art Of Visiting Castles In Italy

Italy's castles are some of the most unique in Europe, and here are some tips (with destination suggestions!) for future castle-tourers

As picked by you: India’s finest hotels, destinations, airlines this year

Roadtrips through Rajasthan and Himachal Pradesh, holidays in Goa, Maldives, Switzerland, and Indian food—classic and contemporary: this is how India likes to travel. The results of Readers’ Travel Awards 2021 are out, and the winners are the finest

The First Flight

Orville and Wilbur Wright had suffered through weeks of mishaps and delays at their camp in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina. Undeterred, the two brothers continued to experiment with different designs and fuel mixtures for their attempt at flight. On December 17, 1903, Orville won the coin toss and flew their

The Travel Institute appoints Gary Pollard, CTC, as its new Chairman of the Board

FRAMINGHAM, MA, December 15, 2021 – The Travel Institute announces Gary Pollard, CTC, has been appointed as its new chairman of the board, effective January 1, 2022. Pollard, a board member since 2009 and owner of Foster City-based Ambassador Tours, succeeds Brian Robb, CTIE, who will retire after serving as chairman for the past six years. “It’s really about the pursuit of excellence for our industry,” Pollard said, explaining why he’s embracing the opportunity to lead The Travel Institute’s mission to advance travel agent professionalism through education

U.S. airlines warn 5G wireless could cause havoc with flights

Major U.S. air carriers warned that plans to use spectrum for 5G wireless services could cost air passengers $1.6 billion annually in delays

Two major airline CEOs question the need for masks on planes

The CEOs of two of the nation's major airlines say they don't think wearing masks on planes does much to help limit exposure to Covid

Airline industry leaders address passenger disturbances and assaults in advance of oversight hearing

Law enforcement doesn't always respond quickly or charge unruly passengers, said Sara Nelson, president of the union representing American Airlines attendants

Singapore Airlines' incredible new Airbus A380 Suites are coming to the US

Singapore Airlines' new iteration of Suites is finally coming to the U.S.

Princess Cruises Brings Back ‘Best Sale Ever’ Offer With 5 Perks

Princess Cruises has announced the return of the “Best. Sale. Ever.” offer for booking 2022-2023 voyages. According to a press release, the sale runs from Dec. 15, 2021, through March 2, 2022, and includes

These 7 Cruises Make It Easy to Explore Hawaii on Your Next Vacation

Cruises to Hawaii are a great way to experience the islands, whether ships depart from Vancouver, Los Angeles, San Francisco, or within the islands

Seven Seas Splendor stars in ‘World’s Most Expensive Christmas Cruise’ TV show

The one-hour documentary goes behind the scenes to show the vessel’s inaugural festive season at sea, as cruise director John Barron leads the ship’s transformation with 70 boxes of Christmas decorations totalling

Silversea Cruises Opens Pre-Sale Reservations for First Low-Emissions Ship

Luxury cruise line Silversea Cruises opens pre-sale reservations for the first luxury cruise ship with zero local emissions in port

New Oʻahu hotel room tax becomes law with millions earmarked for Honolulu rail project

Tourists will now pay an additional 3% tax on Oʻahu transient accommodations such as hotels and short-term rentals. Between one-third to one-half of revenues will go to the rail transit project

This Luxury Hotel Was Founded by a Real-Life Pirate of the Caribbean

Blink and you might miss it. From afar, the acre or so of rock popping out of the British Virgin Islands’ North Sound Inlet is a mere blip—about half a soccer field—seemingly barren. But keep those eyes open

New 120-room Cambria Hotel coming to Niagara Falls

The project will also include three residential guest houses nearby with a plan to open everything by spring 2023

Iceland Just Got a New Luxury Hotel With Some New York Cool

Nightlife impresario Ian Schrager’s hotel group has opened a new location in the far north

10 Best Places For An Epic Solo Trip In India

India is the perfect place to start for those wanting to go on a solo trip, and they can start with these incredible destinations

Bicycling Field Trips: Ride Tuscany

An Exclusive Cycling Tour along the roads of Chianti, L’Eroica vintage route, and the backroads of San Gimignano with Bicycling's Dan Chabanov

Discover the ancient streets of Amsterdam with bestselling author Kate Mosse

Kate will show us the places that inspired her most recent novel, The City of Tears, and you're invited on our 2022 expert-led holiday to the Netherlands

World Travel Awards announces 2021 World winners

World Travel Awards - the leading authority that recognises and rewards excellence in travel and tourism - has unveiled the 2021 winners of its World categories

50 Places to Travel in 2022 (Best Emerging Destinations)

In 2022, dare to travel differently with our unique list of the best places to travel. 50 emerging destinations worthy of your tourism dollars next year

All the Essential Travel Documents You Need Right Now, Besides a Passport

Turns out you need a lot more than your passport or identification, especially when traveling abroad

New Low-Cost Airline Offering $109 Flights From U.S. To Europe

You could fly PLAY to Berlin, Dublin, London, Paris, or even Iceland for as little as $109 one way thanks to this very limited-time deal

Experience Dubrovnik in Style With These Useful Tips

Dubrovnik is a coastal Croatian city that is most famous for its beautiful walled Old Town area. A large part of the city juts out into the beautiful

People who work in the travel industry share their best holiday vacation tips

Holiday travel is rarely easy, but industry insiders have tips that can minimize the complications associated with year-end vacations

Bali only received 45 international tourists in 2021 despite reopening

Destinations around the world have faced significant reductions in tourism amid the coronavirus pandemic. But few have taken a harder hit than Bali, the Indonesian island long frequented by international travelers

I Traveled to Fiji As Soon As It Reopened — Here's What It Was Like

Vaccinated American tourists are welcome in Fiji, and I was one of the first to arrive. Here's what to know before you book your trip

The Boston Tea Party

Smugglers in Boston were making good money bypassing British tax laws in the late 1700's. But when Britain permitted the East India Company to sell tea to the colonies without paying taxes, the smugglers' livelihood was threatened. More importantly, John Hancock and Samuel Adams were two such smugglers. When the cargo ship Dartmouth arrived

Airline CEOs face Senate panel over flight cancellations after taking $54 billion in taxpayer aid

Airlines are now scrambling to hire workers after pushing tens of thousands of employees to take leaves or buyouts during the pandemic

It's time to fight unjust airline fees

This holiday, Congress can take serious action to return fairness to the friendly skies

Frontier Airlines' Sale Has Flights for As Low As $16 — but You'll Have to Book Today

Frontier Airlines' latest sale has fares starting at only $16 - but travelers will have to book today

1-day United deal alert: Flights starting at $49 one-way

For one day only, United is offering a sale from select U.S. cities, including Los Angeles, Chicago, San Francisco, New York and Washington, D.C., starting at

Deck the hulls: 6 cruise lines that will make your Christmas magical

Cruise ships cheerfully celebrate Christmas, creating festive winter wonderlands for those who decide to be away for the holidays

Cruise Line Offering $75 Alaska Fares for Kids

Holland America Line's new 'The Ultimate Upgrade Event' kicked off yesterday by offering free upgrades and $75 Alaska fares for kids. This new sale from

How fast do cruise ships go?

Cruise ships are massive ocean going vessels packed with lots to do, so how fast can they really go

The best months to cruise to Bermuda

Although often considered a southern destination, Bermuda is an island located in the North Atlantic, famous for its pink beaches and crystal clear water. Thanks to the Gulf Stream, it has a subtropical climate, and enjoys beautiful weather, with an average temperature in the 70-80s during cruise season

Inside the brand new royal suite at Sweden's ice hotel

It's undoubtedly one of the coolest hotels in the world, and Sweden's ICEHOTEL has just launched its 32nd incarnation with a touch of royal magic

Hard Rock buys iconic Mirage hotel in Las Vegas for over $1 billion

MGM selling Las Vegas' The Mirage to Hard Rock for over $1 billion

Private Butlers, Infinity Pools and Relaxed Glamour: Inside the Elegant Cheval Blanc St-Barth Isle de France

Cheval Blanc St-Barth Isle de France is still the most enchanting hotel on the glamorous island

This Picture-perfect English Hotel Is a Royal Family Favorite — See Inside Its New Private Cottage

Coworth Park's newest private cottage has everything you'd ever need for a luxurious week in the countryside near London

Winter holiday travel will be back with a vengeance, travel groups predict

New projections say winter holiday travel is about to roar back with a vengeance. AAA estimates more than 109 million Americans will travel over the Christmas and New Year's period

CDC adds Italy to travel warning list

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is adding Italy to its list of countries to which Americans are urged not to travel because of "very high" levels of coronavirus cases

The Bahamas COVID travel restrictions explained ahead of the holiday season

The Bahamian government has implemented certain travel restrictions to minimize the spread of COVID

The Caribbean Travel Awards 2022

It seems that every year in the Caribbean we say it’s been a year like no other — but in the age of the pandemic, that’s a guarantee. And if 2020 was defined by the ongoing question of the tourism reopening, much of 2021 was defined by abundant

Thrills, skills and hills: Tapalpa's got it all for a fun-filled family getaway

This quiet Jalisco Magical Town full of a wide variety of activities is in easy reach of Guadalajara, Puerto Vallarta and the Nayarit coast

How I got on traveling to France this winter

Lonely Planet writer Sasha Brady's recent trip to France coincided with the emergence of Omicron. So how did she find restrictions, or was it business as usual

Canada to advise citizens against non-essential international travel

Canada will advise citizens on Wednesday to avoid non-essential international travel to help reduce the threat from the Omicron variant of COVID-19, a government source said

Does NYC Really Have The Best Pizza? Take A Tour & Find Out!

New York City is the pizza capital of the U.S., and these tours are proving whether or not it deserves its legendary food status

American Airlines plans to hire 18,000 people next year for travel rebound

American Airlines CEO says the carrier hired 16,000 so far this year

Tips on traveling with kids this holiday season

From airport anxiety to flying frustration, leaving home for the holidays can take a toll on your mental health, especially when traveling with kids

The Premiere of Gone With the Wind

Gone With The Wind premiered in Atlanta, Georgia on December 15, 1939. The film, starring actors Vivien Leigh and Clark Gable, won a total of ten Oscars, a record that stood for more than two decades. In honor of the epic

Ghana Plans $3,500 Airline Fine For Every Unvaccinated Passenger

Are you flying into Ghana unvaccinated? It could cost your airline $3,500. The operator of the country’s main airport will now impose a hefty fine for every passenger that arrives without being vaccinated against COVID-19. Set to come into effect today, the policy follows

British Airways May Soon Fuel Its Planes With Recycled Cooking Oil

British Airways signed a deal with a refinery in the United Kingdom to purchase sustainable aviation fuel, a lower carbon-intensity fuel that can be produced from renewable feedstocks, including waste from vegetable oils, fats, and greases

United Airlines plans to purchase up to 100 hydrogen-electric engines

Discussions around aviation are increasingly focused on how new tech could cut its environmental footprint

Frontier Has One-Way Flights Starting at $16 Right Now

Frontier Airlines’ Buck Fares are back just in time for the holidays. Whether or not you are a member of the Deals Den program from the airline, there are some major savings to take advantage of

Top 5 Most Popular U.S. Cruise Homeports This December

As the cruise industry restart continues, more than 100 cruise ships will have sailed from U.S. ports this December. According to the latest edition of the

Princess officially names its latests Royal-Class ship, the Enchanted Princess

The Enchanted Princess the fifth Royal-Class ship from Princess was officially named in a special ceremony. To commemorate the occasion, the celebrations

What Is a Royal Caribbean Quantum-Ultra Class Cruise Ship?

Find out what a Quantum-ultra cruise ship is with all the different innovative features and which Royal Caribbean ships are in the class

MSC Cruises Celebrates Construction Milestones For Two Ships

MSC Cruises celebrated construction milestones for two of its ships in the same day earlier this month

MGM will sell iconic Las Vegas Mirage Hotel in $1 billion deal

Hard Rock International and MGM Resorts International announced an agreement for Hard Rock to acquire the operations of The Mirage Hotel and Casino

Pets, Pelotons and zero-proof cocktails: Hotel trends we're expecting in 2022

Hotels are constantly evolving, but their core purpose mostly stays the same: to give travelers a place to make a temporary home. While timeless in theory

Hyatt Place, voco brands open NYC hotels; more U.S. openings - Hotel Business

Recent U.S. openings include Hyatt Place and voco properties in New York City and Cambria hotels in Louisville and Nashville. Hyatt Place New York Chelsea openings

My 6 Favorite Stops On A Greenwich Village Food Tour

New York City is known for many things, including its famous pizza. But there are myriad food options to try at various locations

What to Do if Your Travel Plans Are Disrupted by Omicron

Tips and advice on what to do when a new coronavirus variant once again upends your travel plans

Why Now Is the Time to Visit the Swiss Ski Village of Andermatt

The Swiss village of Andermatt has two big ski mountains that just got a $2 billion upgrade. Here's how to experience it this winter

Copenhagen: Europe's new capital of cool

Why the Danish capital is having a moment (and we all need to go now)

Governor Says Cancun Is Still A Safe Destination For Tourists

Recent events in Quintana Roo have caused security concerns for travelers, but the governor says Cancun is still a safe destination to visit

'Additional risks': Popular travel destination now at 'very high' risk for COVID-19, CDC warns

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention added three nations to its highest-risk category for travel on Monday, including a tourist favorite

Can Taiwan become Asia's next great hiking destination?

By mapping trails, leading ascents and introducing locals to the beauty of their own backyard, one mountaineer has been working tirelessly to put Taiwan on the trekking map

10 (Good) Reasons Why You Should Visit Bali

Bali is more than just beaches, and its history, culinary ranks, and local culture are all part of a worthy Indonesian experience

10 Best Small Towns in France for Beautiful Beaches and Vineyards, Mountain Trails, and Medieval Castles

These are the best small towns in France to visit when you're craving a slower pace, fewer crowds, and warm hospitality

Europe’s 10 most magical Christmas destinations and experiences they offer

With a UNESCO-protected medieval Old Town, which seems like straight out of a storybook, Tallinn is a great destination to visit anytime of the year, but

Iowa City nominated for the 2021 Gay Travel Awards

Iowa CIty is being named amongst other large cities such as Chicago, New York, and Boston

St. Lucia's Flood

On December 14th, 1287, an enormous storm tide hit the coast of Germany and the Netherlands. The dike system designed to protect the low-lying lands broke. Estimates are that some 50,000 people were

When does airline elite status expire?

Unless you have lifetime elite status, the process of qualifying for and maintaining airline elite status is often a yearly endeavor. As we approach the end

A Look At United Airlines' Transatlantic 2022 Schedule

United Airlines has a big schedule planned across the Atlantic in 2022. Next summer, to Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and India, the airline will have, on average, over 100 daily flights during the peak summer months across the

Delta Launching New York To Stockholm Flight

Delta Air Lines will offer a seasonal flight between New York (JFK) and Stockholm (ARN) in the summer of 2022. Here are the full details

United Airlines Finally Restores Kosher Meals Systemwide

United Airlines, the Chicago-based airline which operates a large domestic and international route network, plans to restore kosher meal service systemwide. They also plan to serve kosher at their airport lounges

Search halted for woman who fell overboard from Carnival cruise ship

U.S. Coast Guard authorities have halted the search for a woman who went overboard on a cruise ship near Ensenada, Mexico

Cayman Islands Requiring These 5 Rules For Its First Cruise Ship Visit Since 2020

Tourism Minister Kenneth Bryan knows the cruise sector is vital to Cayman recovery

MSC Cruises to Deploy 5 Ships in South America for 2022-23

MSC Cruises will deploy five ships in South America for the winter 2022-23 season. According to a press release, this will be the cruise line's biggest ever

New Virgin Voyages Deal Offers 10% Off Payment in Full

Looking for a cruise deal this upcoming “Wave Season”? Virgin Voyages is offering up one of the most intriguing offers we’ve seen in a while, with a new sale that not only gives the usual discounts you might see elsewhere, but also provides a

This is Bill Marriott’s favorite hotel: Here’s why the TPG staff loved it

Our team at TPG stays in a lot of hotels each year. Many of them are for our in-depth reviews, while others are for personal stays. Either way, we often end

The Abdication of Pope Celestine V

Pietro da Morrone became Pope of the Catholic Church in 1294. He had become a Benedictine monk at the age of 17 and had adopted an ascetic life, living in a cave on the Mountain of Maiella in south Italy. There, he founded the order later called the Celestines. At the death of Pope Nicholas IV, Morrone was chosen Pope without his consent. For five months, he issued very few decrees, the most notable being the one allowing

Japan has a futuristic sightseeing train that's also a moving luxury hotel

Train Suite Shiki-shima has hinoki bathtubs, gourmet food and modernist observation cars

10 Best Travel Destination For Fans Of The Witcher

Many of the various kingdoms and locales of The Witcher universe are based in part on real-world history and places that can still be visited today

13 Wellness Travel Ideas for an Empowering NYE Getaway

This year, try flipping the script on New Year's Eve celebrations and take the beginning of the new year as an opportunity to turn inward by taking a wellness getaway

Europeans Expect COVID-19 to Have Long-Term Effects on Their Travel Behaviours, Survey Shows

A Flash Eurobarometer study about the attitudes of Europeans towards tourism carried out by Ipsos European Public Affairs on behalf of the European Commission has shown that the vast majority of European Union citizens expect that the COVID-19 pandemic will have some long-term effects on their travel

Escaping Winter? Visit These Tropical Destinations First

Tropical destinations are never underrated when it comes to escaping winter's cold chill, and these beaches are calling your name

Travel to Croatia is getting easier

It’s been a long time coming, but the Council of the European Union has invited Croatia to join the Schengen Area. That’s a huge step for Croatia, which has been angling for that invitation for years

St. Kitts and Nevis Removes Travel Restrictions For Fully Vaccinated Travelers

St. Kitts and Nevis have removed some travel restrictions for fully vaccinated travelers, making visiting a more attractive proposition

COVID-19 travel restrictions: France

Presently, you can enter France. Nevertheless, please be aware that certain COVID-19 restrictions are in place. Please note that you must first fill in a sworn declaration when traveling to France. This document states that

Coast By Train: See America's Best Views By Railway

Trains are once again becoming a luxury means of traveling and in the U.S., these railway trips show off the country's more scenic side

The Four Seasons’ new hotel in Napa Valley offers wine-soaked luxury

Mud-caked and relaxing under a thatch of California live oak trees, I was not surprised when a passing spa therapist at the new Four Seasons in Napa Valley sighed

Take a Hot Air Balloon Ride, Tour Wineries by Sidecar, and Shop One-of-a-kind Boutiques in This Underrated California City

Temecula offers wineries with picturesque views, farm-to-table restaurants, and relaxing boutique resorts

Top 6 Shows To See In Las Vegas For 2022

From mind-boggling magic shows to awe-inspiring acrobatics, here are the top 6 shows to see in Las Vegas in 2022

American Airlines cutting international flights

If you're looking to take that dream European vacation this summer, better get your tickets now

Connect Airlines Wants To Be America's First Zero Emission Airline

Upcoming carrier Connect Airlines has launched a Project Zero. Through retrofitting as many as two dozen regional turboprop aircraft with hydrogen fuel cells, it hopes to become the first zero-emissions airline in North America by 2025

Delta flight to LA diverted after passenger assaults flight attendant and air marshal, police say

A Delta flight headed to L.A. was diverted Thursday night after a passenger assaulted a flight attendant and an air marshal, police say

Flying without wings: The world's fastest trains

High-speed trains offer greener alternatives to short-haul flights. From China's floating Maglev trains to France's border busting TGVs, these are the fastest railway services you can ride today

NH Hotel group opens its first five-star hotel in Copenhagen

In a unique location by the water at the entrance of the lively Christianshavn in the Danish capital The concrete structure has been preserved as sustainability is a key element for the hotel itself

Apple digital room keys go live at Hyatt hotels

Apple users staying at six Hyatt hotels in the US can now use a digital room key stored in Wallet to unlock their room and access other areas

34 Hotels To Visit This Holiday Season

Properties are spreading good cheer through offerings like holiday lights e-bike tours, shopping from your hotel suite and culinary pop-ups

Crystal Cruises Returns to Alaska in 2022

Crystal Cruises marks its return to Alaska after three years with a series of unforgettable 7- to 11-night voyages in summer 2022

Hawaii Grants Permission for UnCruise Adventures Winter and Spring Sailings

UnCruise Adventures has announced that it has started operations over the Thanksgiving holiday. According to a press release, the 36-guest Safari Explorer

From Tundra to Table: Quark Expeditions’ new culinary experience

Tundra to Table: Inuit Culinary Experience, is a new feature introduced by Quark Expeditions and available on selected Ultramarine Arctic sailings in 2022/23

Can you go on a cruise while pregnant?

Expecting a baby is exciting news and “babymoons” are becoming increasingly popular. A nice break away gives soon to be parents an opportunity to relax and spend some quality time together before the big arrival

Six ways to be a more ethical traveller in 2022

Sustainable tourism isn't just about the environment. It requires thinking about a place, the people and the planet

Democrats say it's time to crack down on hidden airline fees

Democrats in the House and the Senate say it's time to crack down on airline fees

Which Of These Predicted Travel Trends Will You Be Following?

The forecasted travel trends of 2022 are a combination of splurge-worthy destinations, and creature comforts - which are you in for

Four Major Destinations Are Already Set To Be 2022's Most-Booked

While some of these destinations are to be expected, others are more of a surprise - and they include everything from beaches to historic cities

Some people are actually paying to get ‘lost’ on vacation

Many people travel to get away from it all. A few travel to get away - and then walk their way back

Caribbean Travel News

The lowest CDC approved Caribbean islands; The US is warning Americans to reconsider travel to these three islands; Corona Island is coming in 2022; Jamaica gears up to offer an island Christmas and more Caribbean travel news in 60 seconds this week

Brazil updates Covid travel rules, will quarantine unvaccinated airline visitors

Travellers coming to Brazil still need to submit a negative PCR test result before boarding in their country of origin and submit a declaration to the country's health regulator. Unvaccinated travellers will have to take a new coronavirus test after the five-day

Switzerland ditches some travel restrictions to save its ski season

If you're craving a vacation in a European winter wonderland but travel restrictions have left you grounded, Switzerland is making it easier to visit with

The King Abdicates the Throne

His name was Edward Albert Christian George Andrew Patrick David and he ascended the throne of the United Kingdom on January 20, 1936 as King Edward VIII. But shortly after he took the throne, Edward announced he wished to marry American divorcee Wallis Simpson. His ministers, however, had other ideas. Being a divorcee, the ministers deemed

SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS SIGNS COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT WITH REGIONAL AIRLINE CEMAIR

Johannesburg, South Africa (7 December 2021) – outh African Airways (SAA) has signed a co-operation agreement with local and regional carrier CemAir that extends the route network reach of both operators and offers customers using both airlines on a multi-destination voyage a seamless check-in experience. SAA’s Interim Chief Executive Officer Thomas Kgokolo says, “Airlines the world over constantly strive for efficiency and the benefit for the customer is that this agreement is convenient and

FAA research grants aim to tackle aviation's massive deficit of greener fuel

Greener aviation fuel is key to airlines' commitments to cut carbon emissions but supply is scarce

8 Secrets About Flight Delays You Need To Know Before Your Next Trip

Here's how to reduce your risk for delays, know when they're coming and make the experience less miserable overall

Now You Can Stream Spotify On Delta Airlines Flights For Free

Long flights can be boring. Being stuck in a metal can in the sky can be a nightmare for some, which is why there is in-flight entertainment. It helps you

Jimmy Buffett Is Bringing Margaritaville To The High Seas

The flip-flop-wearing crooner's lost shaker of salt may be on a cruise ship

New Cruise Infographic Evidences Robust Industry Restart in December 2021

'Cruise Industry News has presented an infographic detailing cruise lines and cruise ships sailing this month in an easy-to-read one-page PDF format

Royal Caribbean Extends its Cruise with Confidence Cancellation Policy

Royal Caribbean extends its Cruise with Confidence cancellation poly to continue offering flexibility for guests.

Whiskey Lovers Set Sail On This Special Cruise Spring 2022

Whiskey has become the trendy liquor recently and Celebrity Cruises is looking to capitalize on the trend with a whiskey-centered cruise

Hyatt introduces room keys in Apple Wallet

Hyatt Hotels Corporation has rolled out room keys in Apple Wallet across the first six participating U.S. hotels: Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort, Hyatt Hyatt

The First African-American Governor

On this day in 1872, Pinckney Benton Stewart Pinchback became the first person of African-American descent to serve as the governor of a U.S. State. Pinchback served as the Governor of Louisiana, rising to the office after serving as the acting lieutenant governor. When the governor of Louisiana was

Boutique hotel trends for 2022: What’s next for the sector?

Want to know the boutique hotel trends for 2022 to look out for? In the below guest post, Anthony van Hoffen, Partner, and Katie Thomas, Associate, at law firm Lewis Silkin discuss what is on the horizon for the boutique and luxury hotel sector in 2022

Hilton permanently extends points expiration to 24 months

Hilton loyalists rejoice! Effective immediately, Hilton Honors is permanently changing its point expiration policy so members have longer to redeem their

New York City, Facing Housing Crisis, Targets Illegal Airbnb Owners

New legislation will require hosts of short-term rentals to register with the city - the latest move in a long battle between New York and the rental companies

New U.S. Covid travel warnings hit European hot spots

U.S. Covid travel warnings are hitting American tourist hotspots like Paris where it hurts, with some who depend on the dollar describing their situation as desperate

The 5 Best North American Train Trips to Take This Winter

From Moab to Denver, Vancouver to Toronto and Anchorage to Fairbanks, these train routes shouldn't be missed

Which company should I choose for a cheap PCR covid test near me?

Looking for a cheap and reliable lateral flow or PCR Covid-19 test? The Which? experts take a look into travel test providers

The 50 Best Places to Travel in 2022

Here are the best places to travel right now and in 2022 for summer, spring, winter, or fall vacations. Our list of best vacation spots includes destinations in Hawaii, California, Italy, the UK, Asia, and beyond

Malta to Host United States Tour Operators Association in 2022

Malta will host the United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA) annual Out-of-Country Board Meeting in May 2022

Essential places to visit in Kolkata

Best Places To Visit In Kolkata: Explore Kolkata's most iconic destinations during your next trip to the city

Scenic coastal trains and countryside drives: here's how to get around in Sicily

From how to find a taxi to top tips on train travel and accessible transportation, here's what you need to know about getting around Sicily

Corona Beer to Open Private Island Destination in the Caribbean in 2022

Plans for Corona Island were announced by popular beer brand Corona in November and is slated to open to visitors in the spring of 2022

UAE Switches Weekend to Saturday-Sunday, Adopts 4 ½ Day Week

The United Arab Emirates will move its weekend to Saturday and Sunday for state employees, breaking ranks with the rest of the Gulf as it accelerates a push to draw in international investment and business

Netherlands to Require Booster Shots for Travel from February 2022

The Dutch Minister of Health, Hugo de Jonge, has announced that starting from February 2022 the country’s authorities will only recognise COVID-19 vaccination certificates that indicate that the holder has received a booster shot

Airline Passenger Capacity is Projected to Grow at 47% in 2022

Cirium launches its Airline Insights Review, providing analyses of aviation. It reveals that airlines are poised for a projected 47% growth in 2022

Norse Atlantic Airways Won't Offer Lie Flat Business Class Seats

Norwegian low-cost long-haul startup Norse Atlantic Airways (Norse) has said that it will not be offering any lie-flat business class seats on its transatlantic flights. During Simple Flying’s Future Flying Forum event

Breeze Airways Announces 8 New Routes And $39 Fares

Fledgling airline Breeze Airways is adding eight new routes to its service, including flights into New York for the first time

United is restoring 4 routes to Alaska as demand for leisure travel rises in the state

Last week, the airline added eight resumed routes from its hub in Denver to places like Bozeman, Montana; Burlington, Vermont; and Sarasota, Florida

MSC Group’s Explora Journeys Launches Online Travel Advisor Center

Explora Journeys, the new luxury lifestyle cruise brand of the MSC Group, has launched its new online travel advisor center in order to “further cement its links with the travel advisor community.”

Cruise Ship Interiors Awards presented at CSIE Europe

The Cruise Ship Interiors Awards, supported by marine lighting provider and global headline sponsor Kalmar, took place at Cruise Ship Interiors Expo Europe on 2 December at ExCeL London

Inside Fred Olsen's cruise ship Bolette, from cabins to dining

Find out what to can expect onboard newest Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines cruise ship Bolette including cabins, dining and entertainment

You're already paying resort fees: These hotels offer you a bang for your buck

Commonly considered nuisances on hotel folios, added resort fees may make you cringe. In addition to the cost of your room – and additional taxes – hotels add daily resort fees to your bill to cover the cost of amenities during your stay

Tokyo Disney Resort's 'Toy Story' Hotel Is Finally Here

Tokyo Disney Resort’s Toy Story Hotel in Japan is celebrating its grand launch in May of next year. Fans of the franchise have waited patiently for the announcement of its opening date, eager to relish in another immersive experience Disney is known for providing

Radisson Hotel Group Looks Ahead to 2022 as it Wraps up 2021 as a Record Year with Numerous Milestones Achieved

The Group’s aggressive expansion places them firmly on track to boost the current African portfolio of almost 100 hotels currently in operation and under development to its ambition of 150 hotels by 2025

Pfizer says booster appears to provide strong protection against omicron

Pfizer and BioNTech announced Wednesday that their coronavirus vaccine appear

Colombia Announces New Entry Requirements For Travelers With Mandatory Vaccine or Testing

As of December 14, all arrivals to Colombia must show proof of vaccination or a negative PCR test result 72 hours before travel

Holiday travel: Does Omicron change anything?

Holiday travel will be ramping up again soon, and it's likely to be another very busy time for US travelers

Alexander + Roberts Adapts its Worldwide Return Testing Services to Meet the New U.S. 24-Hour Requirement

December 3, 2021 - Keene, New Hampshire - As it has since the onset of the Covid pandemic, Alexander + Roberts has met the changing demands and circumstances of this worldwide event while enhancing the care and convenience of its guests. According to A+R president Scott Avera, "for a year we have made arrangements for all of our guests to be tested comfortably for their return travel without any burden or interference with their itineraries

The Murder of John Lennon

On December 8, 1980, Mark David Chapman shot musician and former Beatles lyricist John Lennon four times in the back in the entrance of Lennon's home, the Dakota apartment building on Manhattan's Central Park West. Lennon, who was with his wife Yoko Ono and others at the time of the shooting, was

Getting around in Cuba

What's the best transportation option for getting around in Cuba? Our guide has the best tips for traveling around the island

This Swedish Island Is Perfect For A Summer Escape

Sweden is just as beautiful when visited during the summer, and this destination should be on your 2022 bucket list

How the Polar Bear Capital of the World Is Dealing With Climate Change

Melting ice and rising temperatures are a threat to polar bears and Churchill, the Canadian town that relies on them

The rise of halal tourism

With the market for Muslin travellers growing at pace, holiday-makers and travellers are broadening their horizons

Treat yourself with these 7 food and wine trips in New Zealand

SPONSORED: Celebrate the end of a tough year by treating yourself to one of these food and wine holidays

Africa’s leaders call out discriminatory omicron travel bans

Despite the omicron variant being detected in over 40 countries, including the US and in Europe, similar travel bans are yet to be imposed. It's still unknown whether the virus originated in South Africa or elsewhere

American Airlines CEO stepping down

American Airlines CEO Doug Parker will step down next year, the company announced Tuesday

Finnair Set To Serve Seattle From Summer 2022

Finnair has revealed that it will begin flying to Seattle next year. The airline will operate three flights per week to the west coast destination. Launching such a route could pave the way for a codeshare agreement between Finnair and its oneworld partner airline, Alaska Airlines

Your Face Is, or Will Be, Your Boarding Pass

Tech-driven changes are coming fast and furiously to airports, including advancements in biometrics that verify identity and shorten security procedures for those passengers who opt into the programs

Passengers stranded in Canada over new testing rules confusion

Travellers were denied boarding despite flight due to arrive in UK before 4am deadline

Cruise Capacity Up 8.4 Percent in December

With 239 ships set to be in service, global cruise capacity will be up 8.4 percent in December, according to the latest edition of the Cruise Ships in Service Report by Cruise Industry News.

St Maarten Ultimate Explorer Cruise & Island Tour shore excursion review

On our port day in Sint Maarten, we decided to take a full tour of the island. This was our second visit to Sint Maarten, but the first time we had just

What's the Best Virgin Island to Visit?

If you’re looking to cruise the Caribbean Sea, chances are that you’ll be looking at itineraries that include stops in the Virgin Islands. These lush islands are breathtakingly gorgeous, perfect for beach bums and nature lovers alike. While there are thousands of tiny islands that make up

Uruguay welcomed international cruise ship after Argentine restrictions prevented Buenos Aires visit

Although the ship was scheduled to port in Montevideo on December 7, it had to change its itinerary after an unforeseen event with the port of Buenos Aires

W Hotels Debuts in Italy with the Opening of W Rome

W Hotels Worldwide, part of Marriott Bonvoy's portfolio of 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today makes its stylish and spirited Italian debut, with the much-anticipated opening of W Rome. The 162-room hotel, spanning two adjacent 19th century palazzos, makes a captivating entrance as

Hilton plans to boost Saudi hotel portfolio, says minister

Hilton plans to increase the number of its hotels in Saudi Arabia from 15 to 75, the Saudi tourism minister said on Tuesday

7 New York City hotels that ooze cool factor, place you near all the action, and won't cost a fortune

Whether you want to stay in Times Square, TriBeCa, or Brooklyn, these are the best hotels all budgets for your next stay in New York City

Collette Offers Lucky Chance for Guests to Save $250 on Future Travel to Ireland

Pawtucket, RI (December 3, 2021) – Collette, global tour operator, is excited to announce a lucky chance for clients to save $250 on travel to Ireland. Guests can book 2022 travel between 12/6/2021 – 12/10/2021 for travel 1/1/22-12/31/22. Offer code IRELAND250 must be used at time of booking for savings. Travel professionals w

Pearl Harbor

On December 7, 1941, three waves of Japanese aircraft left their base of sea carriers stationed north of Hawaii. The Japanese Imperial General Headquarters ordered the attack to coincide with a declaration of war delivered to the United States Department of War in Washington, DC. The surprise attack sank four U.S. Navy battleships and damaged four others. 2,402 people were killed on the ground with another

European travel powerhouse and 6 other places at 'very high' risk for Covid-19, CDC says

The CDC has put five places in Europe -- including France and Portugal -- on its list of destinations for "very high" Covid-19 travel risk. Find out what other destinations were also moved to Level 4

Can Thailand emerge as a ‘crypto-positive’ travel destination?

Tourism officials want to attract more crypto-wealthy travelers to Thailand’s shimmering shores. But will the crypto faithful come if Thailand still has a ban on SHIB and Dogecoin

Jamaica Tops The List Of Preferred Travel Destinations

The picturesque Caribbean island of Jamaica has long been one of the world's most idyllic vacation destinations for worldly travelers. Jamaica is now leading the world in terms of demand by travelers searching for destinations, according to Travel Agent Central

17 Underrated Travel Destinations In The U.S.

Sure, Miami and New York are fun. But consider one of these less high-profile cities or towns for your next domestic trip

Travel mailbag: 6 amazing bucket-list golf destinations, explained

Which golf resort is best for you? The short answer is all of them. But if you want more information, here's a handy guide on six of them

Omicron travel bans strike South Africa's safari business

Recent travel bans imposed on South Africa and neighboring countries in response to the discovery of the

A Self Driving Tour Is The Best Way To See Namibia

Namibia is a stunning country with otherworldly landscapes that are sure to inspire travelers, and this is the best way to see it for yourself

Switzerland is dropping travel restrictions while everyone else freaks out

Switzerland is relying on PCR tests, masking, and covid certificates to keep omicron in check

Canada’s new Omicron travel rules at a glance

Following the emergence of the Omicron variant, Canadian officials increased travel restrictions. Here is how you may be affected

Central Holidays Announces Expansion of Sales Team with Vice President and Regional Sales Director Appointments

Moonachie, NJ – (December 2, 2021) – Central Holidays today announced the expansion of its sales team with the promotion of travel industry innovator, Margie Bell, CTC, who has been tapped to steer national sales growth as Vice President of Sales; and the new hire of 20+ year industry pro Roni Astrachan to serve as the travel brand's Regional Sales Director for the West Coast Region. Additionally, Central Holidays is pleased to share that over the past year, the company has brought back from furlough time-honored sales team members

Did you get denied a refund when your flight was canceled? See which airlines got the most complaints

When the pandemic first started, airlines received a $50 billion bailout from the U.S. government to keep them afloat as travel reached a standstill. However, despite a robust financial recovery, airlines complaints are still coming in

Global airlines prepare for Omicron volatility, agility will be key

Global airlines are bracing for more volatility due to the Omicron coronavirus variant that could force them to juggle schedules and destinations at short notice and rely more on domestic markets where possible, analysts say

2 Airlines Launch New Non Stop Flights Between U.S. and Vietnam

Two Vietnamese airlines have plans to offer regular flight from next year, having already completed test flights between the two countries

CDC requires airlines to share data about passengers traveling from southern Africa

The CDC has directed airlines and aircraft operators to collect contact information for passengers entering the U.S. from several African countries amid concerns over the omicron variant of the coronavirus

Miami’s best new hotels for 2021

During the chaos of COVID in Miami-Dade County, curfews were instituted and mandates were mocked. South Beach business owners bemoaned the hordes of spring breakers who gathered on pedestrianized

The New Paris Hotel Where You Can Sleep Under the Stars

Even in a city filled with so many remarkable stone buildings that they become individually unremarkable, the edifice of the old Louvre post office stands out. Perhaps it is because it positively gleams after a restoration, but there is something so unforgettably imposing about

58 Exciting New Hotels Opening Around The World This Winter

The colder winter months are approaching, but the hospitality scene is staying hot with new openings around the globe. These are some of the newest hotels to open around the world between December and February 2022

Cruise ship with COVID-19 infections arrives in New Orleans

A Norwegian Cruise Line ship with at least 10 passengers and crew members infected with COVID-19 has docked in New Orleans

The Baltic Sea region is a sustainable front-runner in the cruise industry

Sustainability is fundamental for the cruise industry to continue to grow and thrive responsibly

MSC Group prepares to welcome two LNG-powered vessels

MSC Group and Chantiers de l’Atlantique have celebrated two significant new-build milestones for the construction two new vessels

16 mistakes cruise ship passengers make on disembarkation day

You've had a great cruise, and you want to end your vacation on a high note. Then comes the reality of disembarkation day. Getting off a cruise ship is not

Here Are the New COVID Testing Rules for International Air Travel to the US

Travelers flying into the United States - including American citizens returning from overseas - will face stricter COVID-19 testing protocols starting on

Omicron is prompting new rules for international travel to the U.S. Here's what you need to know

Starting Monday, inbound travelers to the U.S., including citizens, have to make time and budget for Covid tests closer to their departure date

Greece Top Tourism Destination in Global Traveler's Reader Awards

Greece was voted top tourism destination by readers of Global Traveler Magazine, the ultimate source for luxury business travelers

Christmas In New York: Top 10 Things To Do During NYC 2021 Holiday Season

One of the fun things to do during Christmas time in New York is ice skating under the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree

World's best Winter Solstice stargazing locations listed with top spot in Wales

Snowdonia National Park was placed top of list in new study with other spectacular viewing locations for December 21 situated in England and Ireland

Will we be able to travel on New Year’s Eve?

We’ve been closely following the latest coronavirus regulations in the UK and around the world, wondering if we will be able to travel this Christmas – but we also need to keep informed for our New Year’s Eve plans

Wingo launches international transportation service for pets

For many, traveling with their pet is not only a necessity but an opportunity to discover new destinations in different ways. That is why there has been a growing trend of

The Thirteenth Amendment

On this day in 1865, the Thirteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution became law. The Thirteenth Amendment abolished slavery and involuntary servitude. It was the first amendment to the Constitution in over sixty years. The Emancipation Proclamation issued by President Lincoln in 1863 had earlier abolished slavery, but was viewed by some

Can I travel to Spain if I’m not vaccinated? New rules explained

What are Spain's travel restrictions? Do I need a PCR or lateral flow test to fly to mainland Spain, the Canary islands, Mallorca or Ibiza

Europe's tastiest cheeses

It is a truth universally acknowledged that (almost) everyone loves cheese. And it's a truth almost as universally acknowledged that Europe makes some of the best. Here, there are thousand-year-old cheeses

Pan Am: The trailblazing airline that changed international travel

It's 30 years since Pan American World Airways flew its final flight, but the legendary US airline has left an indelible mark on international travel and public imagination

American Launches Largest Winter Schedule Ever at MIA

American Launches Largest Winter Schedule Ever at MIA

The First Heart Transplant

On December 3, 1967, Dr. Christiaan Barnard performed the first human heart transplant. Operating on a 54-year-old patient, Barnard performed the procedure in his native South Africa. The patient, Louis Washkansky, received the heart from a

Traveling to Vietnam Will Be Easier Than Ever Next Year, Thanks to These Airlines

In 2022, Hanoi-based Vietnam Airlines and Bamboo Airways will both fly nonstop to the West Coast of the U.S.

United Airlines just became the first airline in history to operate a passenger flight using 100% sustainable aviation fuel

Since then, the carrier has committed to the use of SAF, having purchased nearly double the known amount that worldwide carriers have bought combined. Now, after five years of investments and preparation, United is

Honolulu City Council Approves A New 3% Hotel Tax For Oahu

The city's troubled rail project would receive much of the new revenue despite objections to that plan from some critics of rail

The 9 Best New Hotels in Copenhagen to Book

Between 2020 and 2021, exciting new hotels opened in the capital city from Villa Copenhagen, a sustainable grand dame, to Kaj Hotel, one room on a houseboat

My fabulous stay at the tallest hotel in the West: The InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown

When I was growing up in California, everyone knew that downtown Los Angeles wasn't a great place to spend time. That's why a recent stay at the

Female Captain Leads Lindblad's Newest Expedition Cruise Into Antarctica

Lindblad Expeditions' first female captain lead a major milestone recently, by christening the company's second polar vessel on its inaugural voyage to Antarctica in late November

Disney Guests Can Fly Directly to NEW Cruise Port For Under $50

Disney Cruise Line Guests can now fly directly to the cruise operator's new U.S. port in Florida for under $50. Full story inside

On a River Cruise Through the Douro Valley, Finding a Real Taste of Portugal

Sailing through Portugal's Douro Valley, Marisa Meltzer finds that a river cruise is a great way to travel on her own terms

Four More Cruise Lines Set to Resume Service in December

Four more cruise lines are returning to guest operations in December. By the end of the year, 68 cruise operators are set to be in service, including major

These days, forgetting these important travel items could cost you thousands of dollars

Did you forget something? Travelers always leave things behind. I've left toothbrushes, an expensive electric razor, and countless computer plugs in vacation rentals and hotels in the last year. But this holiday

The Travel Institute Closing 2021 with Continued Strong Momentum for Content Development

As we wrap up 2021—along with our own holiday gifts for friends and family—our team at The Travel Institute is grateful for the collective progress our industry has made in moving past the pandemic. As we all learn to live, work, and travel in the new normal, The Travel Institute has maintained strong momentum for content development, most recently updating our Caribbean, Italy, and Mexico destination courses and migrating them to our interactive, e-Learning platform. This marks the final migration of all courses at The Travel Institute to our best-practices learning experience, which has demonstrated success in higher engagement and

New US travel rules: What you need to know about the changes prompted by Omicron

Just when we thought travel rules were stabilizing, along comes the Omicron variant of the coronavirus. Read this Q&A for the latest updates on new US travel rules

The Data Point: Omicron variant spurs travel bans worldwide

Southern Africa hit with travel bans in the wake of the Covid omicron variant

People with disabilities lack accessible travel in Germany

Many people with disabilities face serious challenges traveling around Germany. Despite positive lip service on the part of the incoming government, it is not clear how it specifically plans to improve the situation

Books That Satisfy Your Yearning for Far-Off Places

The travels chronicled here include a journey to track snow leopards in Tibet, a trip along Colombia’s Magdalena River and a retracing of Garibaldi’s famous 400-mile retreat through Italy in 1849

Carbon monoxide leak inside plane prompts emergency landing

A Frontier Airlines flight from Las Vegas to San Antonio was forced to make an emergency landing at El Paso International Airport on Thursday due to a carbon monoxide leak

Travel Advisory: Germany Locks Down Unvaccinated People

It was announced by officials in Germany on Thursday that there will be a tightening of restrictions for unvaccinated persons throughout the country

Top 5 Beaches In The Bahamas To Visit For 2022

Here are the top 5 beaches in the Bahamas for your upcoming trip to this dreamy and gorgeous set of islands

Vietnam Airlines Debuts Regular US Direct Flight

Vietnam Airlines has launched its first nonstop flight to the U.S. On Nov. 28th, the flight from Ho Chi Minh City arrived at San Francisco International Airport at 6:42 p.m. The inaugural trip from Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco

Federal mask mandate to be extended: Be prepared to mask up on planes through mid-March

The federal travel mask mandate isn't going away any time soon thanks to the emergence of omicron, the latest COVID-19 variant of concern

New Airline Coming To The U.S., Canada In 2022

Nearly 4 years after being formed, a new start-up airline appears ready to begin flying in the not-so-distant future

Japan quickly reverses course on halt of new reservations for inbound flights

Less than 24 hours after it was announced, Japan retracted its decision in a rapid reversal of a stunning move, which had caught even the prime minister off guard

Most South Africa passengers in quarantine hotel cleared to leave

Most of the passengers who tested positive for coronavirus after flying in to the Netherlands from South Africa last week have been allowed to leave their quarantine hotel. A spokesman for the local health service in Kennemerland said 44 people were tested on Wednesday, but did not specify how many were still positive

Covid: Omicron fears cause wave of hotel cancellations

Best Western is one hotel group that has seen many customers scrapping Christmas bookings

Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts Arrives in Phu Quoc Island

IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world's leading hotel companies and MIK GROUP, a leading real estate & hospitality group in Vietnam, have officially opened the new-built 308-room Crowne Plaza Phu Quoc Starbay resort on Phu Quoc Island in Vietnam

Hilton opening the doors on dozens of new properties across the globe in 2022

It's no secret that much of the travel industry is bullish on a big-time travel rebound in 2022. TPG has written before about how pent-up wanderlust from

MSC Cruises’ Entire Fleet to Return to Operations in 2022

MSC Cruises has confirmed that its entire fleet of 19 ships will be at sea during summer 2022 with almost 500 voyages for the season. According to a press

Cruise ships return to Key West, while city tries to navigate a new course with the industry

Cruise ships recently returned to Key West. The big ships once brought nearly a million people a year to the island. In late March of last year, the pandemic put a stop to cruising. Since then

Why you should take a cruise to Bermuda

A green oasis alone in the Atlantic Ocean, Bermuda has been welcoming visitors for over 400 years. Its beautiful beaches, great outdoor activities

Queen Mary 2, Caribbean Princess Set Sail on Their First Cruises in 19 Months

Cunard Line's iconic flagship Queen Mary 2 resumed operations on November 28, 2021 from Southampton, sailing a short three-night voyage to

South Africa considers vaccine mandates as omicron cases spiral

After first identifying the omicron Covid-19 variant, South Africa is bracing for a fourth wave of infections

La Guardia Airport Opens

New York City's La Guardia Airport opened on this day in 1938. Celebrating its 78th birthday today, La Guardia is located in Queens County on Long Island in the the City of New York. Originally named Glenn H. Curtiss Airport, the airfield was re-named after Fiorello H. La Guardia, a former mayor of New York City who presided over the

Far Out Vacations: The Rise of Psychedelic Tourism

The "next big thing" in the booming psychotropics industry? Tourist packages predicated on LSD, magic mushrooms, and other psychedelic drugs

Top 7 Festive Things To Do In Los Angeles This Holiday Season

From light displays to ice-skating, here are the top 7 festive things to do in Los Angeles in winter 2021

What Happens If I Test Positive For Covid-19 While Traveling?

As the world continues to slowly open back up after shutting down in 2020 due to the Covid-19 worldwide pandemic, it only makes sense that the urge to get back out and explore the world will strike many of us –– and for some of us, it strikes with

Where to Find the Coolest Travel Gifts This Holiday Season

Check out our top boutique shops and small businesses in New York, Nashville, Texas, and more, all of which ship domestically

Top 5 Awesome Destinations To Visit In Vietnam For 2022

Now is the perfect time to start planning your trip and the top 5 destinations in Vietnam you don't want to miss in 2022

Mask Mandate on Disney Transportation to Be Extended

The Biden Administration today announced that the federal mask mandate will be extended as part of the fight against Covid

15 travel books to inspire to your travel-obsessed loved one this Christmas

We've compiled the ultimate edit of the best travel books of all time, packed full of once-in-a-lifetime bucket-list destinations around the world

Things to know before going to Naples

Naples, with its captivating architecture, rich history, and mouth-watering food, is not to be missed. Here's everything you need to know before you go

I'm an American who recently visited Italy for the first time. Here's why I'm glad I made the trip now.

Traveling to Italy right now looks much different than usual with few crowds in popular tourist spots in Milan, Rome, Venice, Florence, and Pisa

Paris Won't Break The Bank: These Sights Are Completely Free

Paris might be the city of love but has a reputation for being pricey, as well - here's what travelers can do that won't break the budget

Japan asks airlines to suspend reservations for flights to country in response to omicron

Japan is asking airlines to suspend reservations for flights to the country in one of the strictest responses in the world to the new omicron coronavirus variant

The Last TWA Flight

On this day in 2001, Trans World Airlines Flight 220 landed in St. Louis International Airport ending 71 years of TWA operations. TWA’s assets were purchased by American Airlines. Flight 220 was piloted by Captain Bill Compton. Started in 1930, TWA filed three times for

Historic Moment: Vietnam and the U.S. are once again connected by air

Vietnam Airlines makes its first flight to the U.S. between Ho Chi Minh City and San Francisco on Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner

EU to Sanction Belarus, Syrian Airlines Over Migrant Crisis

Belarusian national carrier Belavia and Syria’s Cham Wings Airlines are among entities the European Union is planning to sanction over a migrant crisis that the bloc blames on

Airlines' Environmental efforts yet to affect insurance: Experts

Insurers are broadly supportive of airline sustainability efforts to reduce their carbon footprints, but this has yet to impact underwriting, experts say

239 Cruise Ships to Sail in December as Industry Restart Continues

The global cruise industry restart continues in December with 239 cruise ships set to operate from 68 brands globally, according to the December edition of

Royal Caribbean releases new 2023 Alaska cruises to book

Royal Caribbean has released its Alaska cruises for 2023 season

Considering An Alaskan Cruise? Why You Shouldn't Hesitate

After reading this bit of persuasive evidence, there's no reason anyone should be hesitating to book a cruise through Alaska's landscape

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines reveals cruise sale - get free drinks & included tips

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines today has unveiled its new cruise sale. Offers include a world cruise and a selection of hand-crafted sailings all at £699 per person

Dozens of new places to stay, eat and play in Colorado's ski towns this winter

Here are nearly 40 hotels, restaurants, bars and lounges that have opened since last ski season

Mama Shelter Roma hotel review, Rome

An imperial orgy of fun design and good vibes just around the corner from the Vatican. This is the latest opening from the low-cost, high-concept hangout hotel group Mama Shelter

You Can Now Live the Standard Hotel Lifestyle Year-round With Its New Miami Residences

Live The Standard hotel lifestyle year-round with its new residences, opening in Miami in 2023

Why hotels are focused on all-inclusive resorts

As the highly contagious Delta variant continues to spread, many people are still wary of travel. But their comfort levels appear to increase when they choose to stay in one location they

How Women Are Spending on Travel Right Now

Whether its long-haul trips to reunite with loved ones or high-end experiences after almost two years closer to home, women are reprioritizing what they spend their travel dollars on

Why An All-Inclusive Ski Trip Might Be Your Best Winter Vacation

From budget to luxury, the best way to avoid unpleasant and costly surprises on a ski trip is choose one that is all-inclusive

10 best destinations for solo travellers

From Albania to Ireland, Alexandra Riemann has a guide

Nigeria on high alert as it confirms three cases of Omicron variant

Africa's most populous nation is on high alert as three people in the country have the newly identified coronavirus variant Omicron, a statement from the Nigeria Center for Disease Control (NCDC) confirmed

21 Countries That Have Enacted New Travel Restrictions Due To Omicron

A number of countries have recently enacted some new entry restrictions for international visitors because of the new variant

Barbados Severs Relations With Queen Elizabeth II, Declares Independence in Glittering Event

Barbados, a former British colony, became a republic on Tuesday, nearly 400 years after the first English Royals ruling the land. The newly Republic celebrated it's Independence

US Travel Advisories: What destinations are Americans asked to "avoid" in latest update?

Amid ongoing concern about surges and new COVID-19 variants, the Department of State updated its travel advisories again. Here's what that means

22 budget travel items you need to have

Travel is more expensive in 2021, but what you bring doesn’t have to be. When it comes to travel, packing the right gear can make travel more comfortable from start to finish, whether you’re traveling on a budget or if you’re splurging

The 10 most desirable long-haul regions: Wanderlust Travel Awards 2021

From dazzling white landscapes to ancient roads, these are the far-flung regions of the world our readers are dreaming of

Sunday was the busiest day for air travel since the start of the pandemic, as airlines pass holiday travel test

The sheer volume of people flying for the Thanksgiving holiday marked a milestone for air travel's return to pre-pandemic levels

Alaska Airlines Launches First-Ever Belize Flights

Alaska Airlines has launched its first-ever flights to the Caribbean destination of Belize, with flights from Seattle and LA

Travel Tuesday: How to find the best flight deals

Black Friday, Cyber Monday, Travel Tuesday? Tuesday marks a potentially big day for saving if you're looking to snag a deal on a trip in 2022

P&O Australia Extends Pause in Operations Until March 3, 2022

P&O Cruises Australia has extended its pause in operations until March 3, 2022. “Despite tentative signs of a restart to cruising in Australia, uncertainty continues on the timing of when federal and state governments will allow cruising to resume. Given this difficult situation

7 cruise ship main dining room rules to follow — Plus 1 to break

Despite all of the changes over the years, the main dining room on any cruise ship is still an institution of the cruise experience

Christmas market river cruises cancelled as Europe locks down - is your cruise affected?

Christmas market river cruises have been hit by Covid restrictions this winter. The latest from Riviera Travel, Viking, Crystal, Tauck and more here

Sail the world for 155 nights, visiting 40 countries on the newest luxury ship, Azamara Onward

In all the hype and hullaballoo about world cruises, this one really stands out: guests will visit over 40 countries across six continents, seeing seven

Inside Lisbon’s Most Playful New Luxury Hotel: Palácio Príncipe Real

The most interesting hotel in Portugal's capital city doesn't take itself too seriously. And that's a very good thing

Disney Park's 'Toy Story' Hotel Reservations Start Date Revealed

Ok, Toy Story fans! As Buzz Lightyear would say, it’s time to prepare to go to “infinity and beyond” with Disney’s newest hotel in the works. If you’re a fan of all things Toy Story, well, get ready to plan for a unique Resort experience that will put you in the heart of the beloved Toy Story films

This $1,000-per-night Las Vegas suite takes you back to the 1980s

The El Cortez Hotel, located off iconic Fremont Street, is celebrating its 80th anniversary this year. It's one of the oldest and longest continuously

Radisson Collection further expands in Italy with the opening of fourth hotel in the heart of Venice

Radisson Collection Hotel, Palazzo Nani Venice is situated close to the Venetian Ghetto in the northern part of the city. The hotel's 52 beautifully designed rooms, offering views of the Cannaregio Canal, city streets or the quiet

Why Riviera Nayarit Is Mexico's Hottest Winter Destination

With outstanding surf, local seafood, wondrous wellness, and vibrant wildlife — not to mention luxury resorts — this Pacific Coast destination is endless summer embodied

Exhibit highlights perils of early Black motor travel

The Burke County Public Library is hosting an exhibit documenting the history of a travel guide published for African-Americans in the early- to mid-20th century that helped them find friendly

Biden says he doesn't expect more travel restrictions or lockdowns as Covid omicron variant spreads

The U.S. on Monday began to temporarily bar visitors from South Africa, where scientists first reported the variant, and seven other African countries

Mark Twain

On this day in 1835, Samuel Langhorne Clemens was born in the small town of Florida, Missouri. Better known by his pseudonym, Mark Twain, the writer proved to be one of the true originals of American literature. His novels The Adventures of Tom Sawyer and Adventures of Huckleberry Finn earned Twain a public following even in his own day. His wit and keen

2021 Gay Travel Awards Nominees Revealed

GayTravel Chief Visionary Officer Steve Rohrlick said: "This year is another challenging one for travelers. With the pandemic ebbing and flowing across the globe along with the newest variants

Travel doors slam shut as new Covid variant triggers alarm, stranding hundreds of passengers

The European Union and other major destinations have moved to block flights from African countries following the discovery of the variant, echoing previous emergency responses that triggered a global freeze on travel

12 Beautiful Winter Destinations to Visit

As the year draws to a close, we dream of going on a memorable vacation to some of the most beautiful winter destinations

Many people are flying private jet services for the first time. Here's what they're paying

The cost of private jet charters can vary wildly. Here's why, and what new converts paid for their first flights during the pandemic

World MICE Awards' Winners 2021

It is with great pleasure that we announce the winners of the 2nd annual World MICE Awards

Israel And Morocco Snap Borders Shut Over New Variant

Israel and Morocco are closing their borders to outsiders as they bunker down to ride out the latest COVID-19 threat. Israel closed its borders to non-citizens for two weeks at midnight Sunday. Morocco is suspending all incoming flights on Monday

Airlines log busiest days since early 2020 over Thanksgiving but omicron poses new challenge

Travel surged over Thanksgiving week but now major carriers have to grapple with new restrictions because of the omicron variant

Vietnam Airlines arrives in United States for first time

Vietnam Airlines has touched down in the United States for the first time. The inaugural flight, VN98, from Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco, carried passengers on a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner

This could be the future of first class airplane travel

First class is on its way out at many airlines, as business class seats and mini-suites become larger, more private and more luxurious -- and fewer budgets stretch to adding on what might be an extra zero on the price tag for

Hurtigruten Svalbard, Volvo Penta to test hybrid vessel

Hurtigruten Svalbard and Volvo Penta to test new hybrid vessel that will allow travelers to experience Arctic wonders without disturbing habitat

Cruise operations return to the Port of New Orleans

Cruise operations have restarted at the Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA), with Carnival Cruise Line’s Carnival Glory and Carnival Valor, and Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Breakaway all returning to sailing from the port

AmaWaterways Vs Avalon Waterways River Cruises: 8 Key Differences

Europe river cruises have always been a popular vacation option for travelers, and here are comparisons of two among many sailing

Book cruises for 2022 now amid 'unprecedented demand' - what to expect next year

Cruise holidays should be booked ASAP caution experts - top tips for booking cruises and what to expect for 2022 holidays

10 best hotels in Iceland for a bucket list escape this winter

From Reykjavik to remote rural spots to view the Northern Lights, these are the best hotels in Iceland to book now for 2022

10 best hotels in Iceland for a bucket list escape this winter

From Reykjavik to remote rural spots to view the Northern Lights, these are the best hotels in Iceland to book now for 2022

Couple who traveled to South Africa arrested for 'fleeing' Amsterdam quarantine hotel

Dutch police said on Sunday, November 28 that they arrested a married couple who had "fled" from a mandatory government-ordered quarantine

‘Best Business Hotel Brand in the Middle East’

Underlining its hospitality credentials on the international stage, Rotana has been awarded the coveted title of ‘Best Business Hotel Brand in the Middle East’ at the Business Traveller Awards 2021 (UK). This accolade recognises the

Top 8 Places To Visit While Exploring California’s Pacific Coast

The legendary Pacific Coast Highway winds south from San Francisco to San Diego, navigating 600 glorious miles of California coastline. Prepare to encounter soaring mountains and cliff faces, fantastic wildlife, charming coastal towns, vibrant cities and expansive beaches

7 Restaurants in Rome Locals Love

As far as foodie destinations go, few places come close to Italy; it's a nation dedicated to making life delicious. When visiting the birthplace of so many global favorites, it's easy to find your fill of pizza, pasta, and gelato, but it's worth traveling the entire length of the boot to try

Join The Bedouin And Go Camel Riding In Morocco

Riding a camel through Marrakesh might sound like an excursion that only dreams are made of, but it can really be done - here's how

Thailand experience not to be missed

From beautiful beaches to street food markets – with Thailand announcing they will relax quarantine restrictions for vaccinated Australians, there’s no better time to start planning

Travel restrictions by country following the Omicron variant outbreak

Just as many countries around the world were beginning to loosen their border restrictions, reports of a newly detected coronavirus variant in South Africa sent many of those doors slamming shut again

The best gifts for people who love to travel

We scoured the internet high and low to find the best gifts for people who can't wait to get up, up and away - whenever the time is right

7 More Countries Were Added to the CDC's 'Avoid Travel' List

Due to fears about a new coronavirus variant, seven countries were added to the CDC's "avoid travel" list

A Travel Guide To Oslo, Norway And All Of Its Arctic Beauty

As the capital of Norway, Oslo is one of the country's most popular destinations, and it's a hub for its scenic beauty, food, and culture

How to Be a Person Who *Doesn’t* Have a Skin Crisis When Traveling

The best tips, tricks, and products for preventing and fixing breakouts, redness, irritation and more while you're traveling, flying, and on vacation

The Zong Massacre

On November 29, 1781, the crew of a British slave ship, The Zong, murdered 133 African slaves bound for Jamaica by dumping them overboard into the sea to claim insurance. The ship's first mate stood his ground and objected to the action and later testified against the crew at trial. Public reaction to the

Heading South: Alaska Airlines Eyes Belize With New Routes

Alaska Airlines has commenced flights to Belize City from its west coast hubs of Los Angeles and Seattle. On Friday, November 19, the first flight took off from Seattle, carrying 132 passengers and crew

What to Do if Your Flight is Canceled

As holiday travel begins, here's what you're entitled to and what you should do if you're stranded by a canceled flight or long delay

Lee Harvey Oswald

The president of the United States, John F. Kennedy, had been assassinated only days before. In custody for the crime was Lee Harvey Oswald, a disaffected individual with an apparent commitment to communism who had lived in the Soviet Union for a brief period of time. On the morning of November 24th, 1963, police were transferring Oswald to the Dallas County Jail. Oswald was handcuffed to Dallas Detective Jim Leavelle. As they

Emirates' Black Friday Sale Has Flights From the U.S. for As Low As $599

Emirates Airline is already cutting prices on flights to Europe, the Middle East, and beyond ahead of Black Friday

How close are we to guilt-free flying?

Airlines have pledged carbon-neutral travel and use of alternative fuels to reduce pollution. Electric airplanes also raise hopes for green air travel. But how close are we really to impact-free air travel

The New Cruise Ships, Itineraries, and Perks We Can't Wait to Try

A year ago, nobody was sure when we would be able to cruise again, or what it would feel like when we did. Now we have our answer. Because the entire cruise industry held hands on a cooperative approach to health, safety, and customer care, ships have been returning

Cyber Week and Black Friday Cruise Deals for 2021

Thanksgiving week is here, which means Black Friday and Cyber Week sales are already starting to make an appearance. Each year, many cruise lines join in on the craze with their own sales and deals

Royal Caribbean cruise returns to port after Coast Guard rescues passenger

The crew requested that the Coast Guard medevac a woman with internal bleeding while the cruise ship was still two days out from its Bayonne port

Carnival Cruise Line Will Have Two More Ships Return to Service in December

Carnival Cruise Line will bring two more ships back into service in December 2021 with Carnival Radiance in California and Carnival Conquest in Florida

A grandmother and her 6-year-old granddaughter were kicked out of a Georgia hotel in their pajamas after leaving a 3-star review, a report says

A hotel guest who left a three-star review told WXIA that police asked her to leave the same day she checked in for her three-night stay

7 of the Most Extravagant Hotel Suites Around the World

From Paris to St. Bart's, properties around the world have recently debut extraordinary suites

From Stunning New Suites to a Buzzy Bar, 5 Reasons to Check Into a Parisian Hotel Right Now

The latest news from luxe City of Light hotels like the Ritz Paris, Hotel de Crillon and brand-new Cheval Blanc Paris

Solo Travelers Choosing Group Tours During Pandemic

Many are eager to travel and choose to book solo group tours. Learn about the recent rise of these trips and four upcoming group vacations to consider

The 10 ultimate trips in Scotland for a 2022 getaway

Avoid the cliches and get stuck into the sea lochs, wilderness trails and vibrant cities that define Scotland

Love Architecture? This Is The Stunning City You Need To Visit In 2022

If you love design and architecture, these travel destinations are perfect to visit in 2022

Fiji Reopens Next Month — and Here's the Perfect Resort to Enjoy It

Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort, Fiji, the eco-adventure luxury destination located in the heart of the South Pacific, is ready to welcome guests back to experience the joy of tropical beach

Krampus To Christmas Markets: Why Germany Is The Best Holiday Destination

It's said that Christmas markets originated in Germany, but so did many other traditions that make this one of the most festive holiday destinations

Retiring In Costa Rica? 6 Things To Know About Transportation

There are many aspects to retiring abroad, and one thing to consider is transportation. Costa Rica has some unique obstacles to overcome

The Cayman Islands Is Now Open to Vaccinated Travelers

In what is easily the most highly anticipated tourism reopening of 2021, the Cayman Islands is finally open for tourism again

Thanksgiving air travel set to be busiest since pandemic

Flights and airports across the United States are expected to be packed on Wednesday as millions of Americans fly to visit their families for Thanksgiving holiday

Avoid travel to Denmark and Germany, regardless of vaccination status, CDC warns

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are cautioning against travel to Germany and Demark after moving the two popular European destinations to its list of countries with “very high” COVID-19 rates

Katarina Line Poised for a Record Cruise Season in 2022 As it Introduces New Departures and Inland Tours

With cruises for the 2022 season being booked “at a record pace,” Katarina Line, Croatia’s premier small ship cruise company, announced that it is adding more departures and enhancing many of its inland tours. The goal is to provide travelers with a more immersive exploration of some of Croatia’s most popular islands, picturesque coastal towns, inland natural attractions, and UNESCO sites. Among new cruises with guaranteed departures is the seven-night “Breathtaking Croatia” between Split and Opatija. The cruise sails along

New Zealand to reopen borders to vaccinated travelers in 2022

New Zealand will allow fully vaccinated international travelers into the country from next year, in a gradual easing of its strict border restrictions that have been in place for more than 18 months to curb the spread of the coronavirus

Assault, urination, smoking: Airline passengers fined over alcohol-related incidents

The Federal Aviation Administration this week proposed $161,823 in civil penalties against eight passengers for alleged "unruly behavior involving alcohol...

The Most Notable New Airline Routes This Week

Looking to January, Spirit will be Miami’s second-largest airline, although with ‘only’ a 5.5% share of the seats for sale, such is the domination of American Airlines. Spirit will have 305,000 round-trip seats, along with

Delta CEO Just Warned This Major Change Is Coming to Flying

According to Delta Airlines CEO Ed Bastian, one major change is coming to flying that will affect all travelers in the coming years

Southwest Airlines Announced as Presenting Sponsor of Winter Wonderland at The Beach

The City of Myrtle Beach, in partnership with Visit Myrtle Beach, is pleased to announce Southwest Airlines as presenting sponsor of the Winter Wonderland at The Beach festival. Winter Wonderland at The Beach presented by Southwest Airlines will

Grandma kicked out of hotel after giving 3 star review

The hotel manager denied removing Susan Leger, 63, and her granddaughter, because of the mediocre review

This Chic Hotel Chain Is Opening in Atlanta Next Month — Complete With a Members-only Club

Thompson Hotels, known for properties like The Beekman in New York City and The Cape in Los Cabos, opens in Atlanta on Dec. 15

Experience a Hallmark Christmas at These 5 Hotels Featured in Your Favorite Holiday Films

Is there anything more magical than a Hallmark holiday movie set

Hawaii Extends Ban on Cruise Ships Until at Least January 2022, Officials Announce

Travelers hoping to cruise the gorgeous islands of Hawaii will have to wait a little longer as the state doesn't plan to welcome back ships until at least next year

Three More Royal Caribbean Cruise Ships to Restart in December

Three more Royal Caribbean cruise ships will return to service in December 2021, out of Tampa, Baltimore and in Barbados

Carnival Reveals Details of 2023/2024 Australia Cruise Program

In a much needed boost for Aussie cruisers, Carnival has revealed details of its "ambitious" 2023/2024 cruise program which features 115 sailings from Sydney and Brisbane

Princess Announces 2023-2024 Cruises and Cruisetours From Australia and New Zealand

Princess Cruises has announced its 2023-2024 cruises and cruisetours season from Australia and New Zealand, which includes the longest ever world cruise from

10 best gift ideas for people who love road trips, according to readers

Have a bunch of folks on your shopping list who have fallen in love with road tripping in the last year? They'll love these 10 gifts

5 Must-Dos for the Perfect Travel Experience in New Jersey

Are you preparing for a trip to New Jersey? Besides Liberty State Park, Atlantic City, and other popular tourist attractions, you may be wondering if there are other ways to experience the state

Intrepid Travel Works to Change the Way We See the World

For this tour company, travel is about more than a single adventure, it's about connecting people, inspiring purpose, and making the world a better place

40+ Amazing Travel Deals You Can Grab This Weekend

With Black Friday coming up soon, check out this extensive list of opportunities to save on experiences around the world

7 ways you can explore the Bulgarian mountains during any season

7 ways you can explore the Bulgarian mountains during any season

11 Fabulous Experiences In Beautiful Tamarindo, Costa Rica

Tamarindo is a popular beach town on the Nicoya Peninsula of Costa Rica and noted for its surfing and beach parties but there's much more

Collette Offers Big Savings for Clients amidst Black Friday Sale: Save up to 20% Worldwide on Tours

Pawtucket, RI (November 22, 2021) – Collette, global tour operator, is thrilled to announce the launch of its highly anticipated Black Friday sale, an opportunity for clients to save up to 20% off tours worldwide, now through Cyber Monday. The offer is valid on new retail bookings only made 11/22/2021 - 11/30/2021 for travel 1/1/2022 - 03/31/2023. Offer code SAVEBIG21 must be used at time of booking for savings. The sale is also part of the travel professional incentive program, now running until 02/28/22, for departures

The Birth of Henry McCarty

On this day in 1859, Henry McCarty was born. He would die a short 21 years later, but by that time most know him as William H. Bonney or, perhaps, Billy the Kid. Although born in New York City, Bonney moved to New Mexico and became a hired gun for cattle interests. During that time, he was involved in the infamous "Lincoln County War" that pitted established businessmen against newcomers. Bonnie killed at least one man and fled under indictment. When the government failed to grant him amnesty as

US Travel Advisories: Americans asked to "avoid travel" to popular European destinations

The Department of State updated its travel advisories again. Here's what that means for your trip

Best of Mexico: top destinations, attractions announced at travel show

Mexico’s finest cities, states, sights and dishes were recognized at the Best of Mexico awards ceremony at the Tianguis Turístico travel show in Mérida, Yucatán, last week

Paris Vs. Nice: Which French Destination Is Best For You?

Choosing between two of France's most beautiful cities is tough, but each destination's unique features should make the choice easier

Top 4 Far-Flung Destinations For A Sun Soaked Winter Getaway

A tantalising list of four fantastic winter sun destinations for travellers who want blue skies and warm seas this winter

10 trips inspired by the most popular shows and movies of 2021

As people begin plotting their trips for 2022, here are some ideas based on what people are watching on TV and the movies in 2021

Which Airlines Offer Throne Seats?

Flying upfront in a premium cabin is usually a great experience. Selecting the right seat can make the experience even better, though. Couples may prefer seats close together, and many travelers have a preference for a window

Demand for pet-friendly airlines soars 950%, with Alaska Airlines and JetBlue leading the way

Demand for pet-friendly airlines has surged exponentially over the past 12 months, according to a report by travel service, Next Vacay

Spirit Airlines Is Launching a New Nonstop Route to St Thomas

The US Virgin Islands has seen one of the highest levels of airlift growth of any Caribbean destination amid the pandemic

A vaccine mandate for domestic air travel is not currently necessary because 'strategies' like masking are 'highly effective," Buttigieg says

Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg on Sunday said that a vaccine mandate for domestic air travel wasn't currently necessary because current COVID-19 mitigation strategies, like masking, work

Portugal’s New Douro 41 Luxury Hotel Is Changing The Douro Travel Experience

Portuguese-owned, designed, and managed, the new hotel is all about the stunning views, peace and quiet of the lower Douro Valley

These are the 'best' historic hotels in America for 2021

History buffs who are searching for a vacation destination don't need to look beyond this list

Imagineers Are Bringing New Magic To the Disneyland Hotel, Plus Project To Reimagine Downtown Disney District Starting in 2022

So many cool things were announced at the Destination D23 event this past weekend I'm sure all our heads are spinning with all the news announcements

You can now book a stay at Disney's new immersive Star Wars hotel

Visitors can expect lightsaber challenges, starcruiser engineering lessons and even a trip to Batuu

Norwegian Cruise Line Has 9th Cruise Ship Resume Cruises

Norwegian Cruise Line had their ninth cruise ship resume cruises this weekend when Norwegian Joy began sailing from Miami to the Caribbean. Norwegian

Hurtigruten Expeditions Launches Black Friday Deals with up to 50% off Antarctica, Alaska, Galápagos, Iceland, and Norway

Hurtigruten Expeditions, the world leader in exploration travel, is offering almost all of its exciting destinations – ranging from Alaska and Antarctica to the Galápagos and West Africa – with Black Friday offerings of up to 50%

Star Wars'' Galactic Starcruiser Will Offer Lightsaber Training

We’ve spoken in the past about the upcoming Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser resort that’ll let visitors live out their wildest Disney approved cosmic fantasies. If spending six grand to feel like you’re in a movie that cost hundreds of millions wasn’t already enticing

5 Important Tips For Traveling With An Aging Parent

Traveling with an elderly parent can be filled with anxious moments, but adequate preparation can go a long way in making the trip safely

The Ultimate Miami Foodie Guide For Travelers

Miami is a vibrant city fill of exciting nightlife and culture. The city is also a melting pot of many cultures, and those influences come alive in the city’s food scene

Thailand Travel: Put The Wat Arun Ratchawararam Ratchaworamahawihan Temple On Your List

Visiting Wat Arun Temple is a must if visitors find themselves in Bangkok, and it's both easy to remember and hard to forget

How To Spend A Day In The Best Preserved Medieval City In Germany

Regensburg is the classic medieval German city with historic architecture, hidden enclaves, fortifications, and charm

The Top 8 Beach Destinations To Spend Christmas In Mexico

Top 7 Beaches to spend Christmas in Mexico. Are you dreaming of palm trees instead of Christmas trees? Read our recommendations and start planning your holiday trip. Here are the top seven beaches to spend a few days relaxing and working on your tan. Each of these destinations has something unique

This Island In The Maldives Is The Best For Family-Friendly Vacations

This family-friendly island in the Maldives is just waiting to give adults and kids the relaxing vacation they're in desperate need of

8 Picturesque Small Towns in England

From historic fishing hamlets to idyllic country villages, these are eight of the most picturesque small towns in England

World's highest 360-degree infinity pool opens in Dubai

Set at a height of 200 meters, Aura Skypool encompasses a 750-square-meter pool deck on the 50th floor of the new landmark, which is also home to the St. Regis Dubai, located in Palm Jumeirah

A comprehensive guide to booking a trip to Thailand as it re-opens

A reopened Thailand widened its list of eligible countries from where visitors can visit, however, there are some guidelines to follow

High cases and lockdowns in Europe could foreshadow grim winter travel season

Europe is once again at the center of the COVID-19 pandemic

Blackbeard

On this day in the year 1718, the notorious pirate Blackbeard was killed in battle off the coast of Ocracoke, North Carolina by a crew of British sailors under the authority of the governor of Virginia. Blackbeard, whose real name was Edward Teach, had a fearsome reputation. He played upon his own legend, sometimes lighting

Airline industry union leaders call for no-fly list for unruly passengers

Airline worker advocates are encouraging the creation of government and private no-fly lists for unruly passengers amid an increase in violence against flight crew and staff

Un-Belize-able! Alaska Airlines launches first flights to Belize City from SEA and LAX

If you're looking for a new international destination to escape to - with an unbeatable mix of beaches, adventures and heritage that's not too

American Airlines and British Airways Will Offer Free COVID Tests to Business Travelers

American Airlines and British Airways are making it easier for business travelers to hop across the Atlantic Ocean without having to worry about COVID-19 tests

American Airlines Resumes Direct Flights To India After 10 Years

American Airlines resumed the direct flight from New York JFK to New Delhi this week. Seattle to Bengaluru begins in March

Hotels aren’t our homes — and that’s exactly why they shouldn’t end daily housekeeping

If you’ve stayed at a hotel during the pandemic, you’ve probably noticed that things are, to put it lightly, different

Up to 50% of a new hotel tax fund could go to the Honolulu rail — which has an estimated cost of $11.4B

A Honolulu City Council committee Wednesday agreed to allocate between one-third to one-half of revenues from a proposed visitor bed tax to the city’s rail transit project. The council action came as city officials said rail’s potential budget

Chic Hotel Opening in New York City Celebrates Broadway (Photos)

Visitors to the latest chic hotel to open in New York’s theater district can easily walk to any Broadway show — or they can stay inside and celebrate them

Top 10: The Biggest Cruise Ships in Service in November

With the cruise restart now reaching well over half of the global cruise fleet, the world’s largest cruise ships are already back sailing

I Just Went On A River Cruise — 8 Changes You Need To Know

River cruises are still popular and as the pandemic subsides, more travelers are considering this type of vacation with new rules in place

Hawaii Closed to Cruise Ships Until At Least January

Despite last-ditch efforts by cruise lines, Hawaii will not be open to cruise ships for the remainder of this year, leaving some passengers out in the cold

Explore the world's most remote and challenging landscapes on an adventure cruise

Do you want to sail where few other ships venture next year? Rebecca Barnes has rounded up the best immersive cruises

What Luxury Travel Will Look Like in 2022

Long stays, wellness retreats, extended-family excursions, and boundary-testing adventures will come to define travel in 2022

Europe Travel: Restrictions Coming In, As Covid-19 Rates Surge

With Covid-19 infection rates rising across Europe, the unthinkable is beginning to happen–many EU countries are considering, or have initiated new lockdowns, to curb the rising rates as winter looms

National Geographic reveals ‘Best of the World 2022’ travel list

Now that coronavirus restrictions around the world are beginning to ease up, it’s time to start thinking about travel again

Europeans are headed to the United States — here’s where they’re going

After news hit that the United States would end an 18-month travel ban, Europeans booked plans to visit Orlando, New York City, Los Angeles and Phoenix

The Philippines announces it will reopen to tourists 'soon'

The Philippines is looking to open its borders to fully vaccinated tourists coming from "green list" countries "soon," the country's Department of Tourism announced on Friday, November 19

Austria Will Enter Fourth National Lockdown and Impose Compulsory Covid Vaccinations

Austria will again enter a nationwide lockdown and Germany is no longer ruling out a similar move as Europe grapples with a brutal wave of the coronavirus pandemic

Vietnam Vacation: Skip Ha Long Bay And Visit This Stunning Destination, Instead

When visiting Vietnam, most people immediately book a trip to Ha Long Bay, all the while, this destination is underrated and just as stunning.

Five authentic festive experiences for the price of a day at overrated Winter Wonderland

Skip Hyde Park's yuletide hellhole and do the real thing instead - from the original ice bar in Sweden to the Christmas markets in Vienna

The best gift this Christmas isn't something you can wrap

Giving that special someone a holiday for Christmas this year will not only delight the recipient, but also support an industry that has been doing it tough

World’s most popular castles revealed: the top 20 buildings as global travel resumes

There has been a surge of interest in medieval castles as countries prepare for international borders to reopen, with a review of social media activity revealing the most popular sites

Central Holidays Announces Debut of Newest, Ultra-Luxe Nile River Cruise Ship – HS Nebu

Moonachie, NJ – (November 11, 2021) – Central Holidays together with its parent company Sakarra Group International (SGI) are announcing the debut of their newest, ultra-luxe Nile River cruise ship – HS Nebu, bringing their fleet to 11 vessels, and raising the bar in Nile River cruising. “We are thrilled to demonstrate our commitment to travel in Egypt and to the US travel market with this investment that that sets a new standard of luxury in Nile River cruising,” said Baher Ghabbour, Chairman and CEO of Sakarra Group International. “We invite everyone to come experience the ultimate dream vacation in Egypt with Central Holidays sailing onboard our newest 5-Star Deluxe Nile Cruise ship HS Nebu. Building on our legacy

National Review

The first edition of William F. Buckley's National Review was published on this day in 1955. A former Yale debater and editor of the Yale Daily News, the young Buckley wrote "God and Man at Yale" in 1951, establishing him as a serious intellectual thinker. He raised $300,000 to start National Review which he

Airlines staff up for holiday onslaught

Airlines are gearing up for the busiest weekend of travel since the start of the pandemic, hoping to avoid a repeat of recent flight delays and cancellations that disrupted travel plans earlier this year

United Airlines is about to resume its longest flight

United's longest route is making a comeback in the new year

Domestic airlines look to revive zero bag fares in order to grow traffic

Read more about Domestic airlines look to revive zero bag fares in order to grow traffic on Business Standard. In India, airlines are required to provide 15 kg of check-in bags free

Frontier Airlines Set to Launch Miami-Turks and Caicos Flights

The low-cost carrier will ramp up its Miami expansion with new service to Providenciales, Turks and Caicos next month

Disney cruises will require passengers ages 5 and up to be vaccinated starting in January

Disney Cruise Line announced that all passengers ages 5 and up must be vaccinated against Covid-19 beginning in January, expanding its mandate to cover children who are now eligible for inoculation in the US

Carnival Cruise Line Update on Testing for the Holiday Season

Carnival Cruise Line update on testing for the holiday season, including terminal test, home test kits, and back-to-back cruises

Celebrity Cruises begins construction of its fourth Edge Class cruise ship

Work has begun on the fourth cruise ship in Celebrity Cruise's Edge Class. The ceremonial first cut of steel of Celebrity Ascent was held today, which will make its debut in early 2023

Princess Cruises' Black Friday & Cyber Monday Travel Deals

This holiday season, give the gift of a real vacation traveling on a Princess cruise by taking advantage of Black Friday and Cyber Monday offers

Best Hotels With a View—From Thailand’s Private Villas to Finland’s Northern Lights

Opening the curtains is one of the first things you do when you get into a hotel room. Here are the best hotels with a view around the world

TikTok is up in arms over after a luxury hotel charged a guest $14 for 2 small bowls of steamed white rice

A TikTok video showing just how much a bowl of rice can cost at one of Singapore's luxury hotels has gotten people all fired up

All The Best Black Friday and Cyber Monday Travel Deals — From Beach Resorts to Safaris

Hotels and travel destinations across the globe are offering incredible deals for Black Friday and Cyber Monday 2021 so you can plan a beach vacation or safari for less

Intercontinental Hotels : Hotel Indigo opens second hotel in France on the French Riviera

Leading boutique and lifestyle brand Hotel Indigo, has just opened Hotel Indigo Cagnes-sur-Mer, the brand's first hotel on the French Riviera, growing its footprint in the market

A First Look Inside Disney’s Star Wars Hotel and Its Many Jedi Mind Tricks

Guests will step into a bustling atrium when they arrive aboard Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser

Evolving the Travel Industry: Talking Change at Condé Nast Traveler’s Points of View Summit

The pandemic has been hugely disruptive to the travel industry-but it has offered a chance to see things anew

National Geographic reveals its top destinations for 2022

While the pandemic is far from over, many of us are hopeful that 2022 is the year we'll finally be able to broaden our travel horizons again

7 Unique Places For Animal Lovers To Travel In 2022

Seeing animals in their natural habitat is a worthwhile experience and these places are the best to see penguins, elephants, and more

Five Bucket List Travel Experiences To Book For 2022

Travelling has taken over the world. People are booking their tickets to exotic locations all around the world, making it one of the most popular pastimes

Popular European destinations that unvaccinated people can and can't visit

Several European countries have placed travel restrictions on unvaccinated travelers from the United States

Top 6 Places To Visit In California For A Winter Getaway

We've put together the best winter destinations in California to help inspire your next getaway

Jamaica to drop quarantine requirement for vaccinated travelers staying outside the 'resilient corridor'

tarting Thursday, the island country is dropping its quarantine requirement for fully-vaccinated travelers staying outside the country's "resilient corridor" who meet specific pre-arrival testing

Traveling With a Baby Changes the Way You Vacation—and That's Okay

The pandemic and new parenthood changed the way I travel—and taught me of the necessity of leaving your comfort zone in order to expand it

Flawed COVID-19 testing protocols for international travel need to be fixed immediately

I'm a big proponent of vaccines, masks and COVID-19 testing

Anguilla offers Caribbean adventure with a side of relaxation

Visitors to Anguilla are tempted away from luxury resorts and scenic white sand beaches by horseback riding, sailing, diving, snorkeling, and more

William Tell

According to legend, on this day in 1307, William Tell was arrested by Hermann Gessler, a local magistrate in Switzerland seeking to enforce Hapsburg rule in the region. Tell had refused to bow to a symbol of Hapsburg rule in the town square of Burglen. As punishment, Gessler forced Tell, a famed bowman, to shoot an apple

Here's What It's Like to Fly ITA Airways — Italy's Newest Airline

ITA Airways — the new Italian flag carrier — took over from the bankrupt Alitalia on Oct. 15, 2021, with 52 planes and 2,800 staff members, compared to Alitalia's respective 110 and 10,500. Many thought that

Say Hello To Lynx Air: Canada's Newest Ultra Low Cost Airline

Canada’s Lynx Air has confirmed it will launch next year, initially flying a fleet of three Boeing 737 MAXs from its Calgary base. Lynx will become the latest addition to Canada’s burgeoning low-cost airline scene

US airlines prepare for busy Thanksgiving travel period

Major US airlines are preparing for an onslaught of passengers over the US Thanksgiving holiday long weekend later this month

Singapore Airlines unveils its 737 MAX cabin with lie-flat seats

Singapore Airlines just took the wraps off one of the most luxurious 737 MAX cabins in the sky

The Luxor Massacre

One of the darkest events in international tourism occurred on this date in 1997 in Luxor, Egypt. One of Egypt’s top tourist attractions, the Temple of Hatshepsut, was filled with tourists from around the world at around 08:45 am. Six Islamic militants disguised as members of the security forces and armed with automatic firearms and knives opened fire within the temple. Sixty-three tourists were killed in the temple as

How Busy Will Thanksgiving Travel Be in 2021?

Airports will be bustling and roads will be jam-packed as millions of Americans plan Thanksgiving travel in 2021

Hawaii's COVID-19 travel rules could stay in place into next year

Hawaii's policy of requiring vaccinations or a negative COVID-19 test to bypass quarantine rules for people entering the state will likely stay in place into next year, Lt. Gov. Josh Green said

CDC Warns Against Travel to These Popular European Destinations in Latest COVID-19 Advisory

Along with Iceland, the Czech Republic, and Hungary, Guernsey, an island in the English Channel, was also raised to a "Level 4"

8 exciting properties you can book through American Express Travel

Book with American Express Travel and unlock special benefits on your next booking

Fodor’s Go List 2022

Domestic-themed Go List surfaces the best, brightest, weirdest and most worthwhile destinations in U.S. while two new Fodor's guidebooks provide even more home-grown travel inspiration

6 amazing Asia train journeys for food, scenery and culture

From zig-zagging up the rugged mountains of central Taiwan to a Rajasthan rail journey, these scenic train routes showcase beautiful landscapes and provide a much-needed opportunity to rest and reconnect with loved ones

Top 8 Destinations To Book Your Ski Vacation In The U.S. and Canada This Winter

Get your adrenaline pumping by hitting the slopes. Here are the top 8 ski holidays to book this winter

Is Malaysia open to tourists? Travel restrictions explained

Malaysia has been closed to tourists for much of the pandemic due to strict lockdowns, but can travellers visit the destination now? Here’s everything you need to know

Disney's Most Expensive Resort Is Already Booked Months Before It Opens

Star Wars fans have been eagerly following the development of the new Galactic Starcruiser hotel and it's now fully booked through June 22

Business travel demand expected to surge in 2022, but full recovery still two years away

Business travel spending is expected to fully recover by 2024, according to a new industry report

​7 Travel Tips for an Environmentally-Conscious Vacation

As global travel restrictions are lifted, we're all itching for an adventure – but, before you head to the beach, the mountains, or a new city, take the time to plan a trip that's both

You Should Def Take One of These Cute Passport Holders on Your Next Vacay

For new and well-seasoned travelers alike, these cute passport holders are here to make jet-setting easier. Stay organized and look chic at the same time

The Islands of Guernsey Announces Return to Cruise

After two seasons without cruise ships calling into Guernsey this vital part of the tourism economy is due to be reinstated for 2022, according to a press

Azamara Announces a World Cruise

Azamara Cruises, a small, luxury cruise line based out of Miami, Florida, announced today a world cruise that is being touted as “All 7 Wonders of the World and more”. Focusing on an immersive experience aboard its ship the Azamara Onward, the global voyage

Saudi Arabia Aims to Attract Cruise Ships With New Port Investments

Saudi Arabia is targeting to attract more international cruise liners with a second terminal as part

Windstar Cruises Is Adding an All-Inclusive Option

One of the Caribbean’s leading small-ship cruise lines is going all-inclusive. In a nod to the surging segment in the Caribbean travel space, Windstar announced it will be adding an all-inclusive option to its voyages

Savannah's New Luxury Hotel Complex Boasts a Chrome-Dipped Dinosaur Fossil

Hotelier Richard Kessler has been working on the project for years — and it paid off handsomely

United Airlines resumes hard liquor sales

United Airlines is once again serving hard liquor on its flights, a service it stopped early in the pandemic

List of the Most Pet-friendly Airlines You Need to Know

People love their pets like family and lately searches for "pet-friendly airlines in cabin" have increased by 950% in the last 12 months

Ryanair Effect: Croatia Airlines Launches A New Route Outside Of Zagreb

Croatia Airlines launched its first-ever international route out of Osijek Airport in Croatia today, linking it to Munich

American Airlines Launches New Class of Cabin Service

American Airlines is launching a new class of cabin service with offerings that fit right in between its hourly shuttle flights and business class

Carnival, Norwegian Restart Cruises from More U.S. Homeports

Two of cruising's largest brands Carnival Cruise Line and Norwegian Cruise Line restarted cruises from three additional U.S. Norwegian Cruise Line joined the fray this past weekend as well, restarting its

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines Marks Return to Norway

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is making a return to its homeland of Norway today as the Borealis sets sail in search of the Northern Lights, according to

Norwegian Cruise Line Guests Will Only Need a Single Pre-Cruise Test

Norwegian Cruise Line informs guests of changes to its pre-cruise testing requirement on sailings starting from January 17, 2022

This New Carnival Cruise Ship Has a Roller Coaster Aboard

Carnival Cruise Line is upping the ante with its newest ship, which will be docked in Galveston, Texas, starting in 2023

Review: Casa Salles Is the World’s First “Tequila Hotel”

Luxury lodging and tequila nerdery take shape in the heart of Jalisco, Mexico. But is a boutique hotel worth the multi-night visit

The Hoxton Is Opening New Outposts in Europe — and We Got a Sneak Peek at Their Latest Hotel

Traveler-loved brand The Hoxton continues their European expansion in 2022, with a new coworking space in Brussels and a hotel coming to Barcelona

Hilton Announces the Opening of Hilton Hotel Tahiti, Inviting the Sophisticated Traveler to Experience French Polynesia

Travelers now have a new escape when visiting the capital of French Polynesia, with the opening of the new 200-room Hilton Hotel Tahiti. Conveniently offering easy access to the downtown attractions of

Inside ‘world’s most remote’ hotel with views of the ‘ends of the Earth’ for cool £10,000 a night

Sheldon Chalet is a newly completed, mountain-top chalet, boasting some of the most impressive Alaskan sceneries and comes with a hefty price

How to Navigate the Busy Holiday Travel Season

This holiday travel season is shaping up to be the busiest and most chaotic in some time as people return to the roads and skies in nearly full pre-pandemic force within a weakened travel infrastructure that has

CDC moves 3 of Europe's travel darlings to its list of highest-risk destinations

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention added three popular European nations and a small, idyllic island destination to its list of "very high" risk travel destinations on Monday as a new Covid-19 surge continues to

Intrepid Travel Is Launching 38 New U.S. Adventures — From Ranch Stays in Zion to Cycling Through Maine

Tour operator Intrepid Travel is aiming to showcase how awe-inspiring and breathtaking America can really be with a plethora of new offerings for next year

The Complete Guide to Visiting Contoy Island in the Mexican Caribbean

The Complete Guide to Contoy Island in the Mexican Caribbean

13 Tips You Should Know Before Traveling to Costa Rica

This article is a mixture of the author's personal experience traveling through Costa Rica and the article: 15 Things to Know

If You’re Looking For The Perfect Eastern European Destination, Start With These Countries

Eastern Europe is home to some of the region's most historic and underrated countries that are entirely worth a visit

Travel experts say plan ahead for busiest travel weekend in two years

This upcoming Thanksgiving weekend is expected to see an 80 to 90% increase in travel

Fully Vaccinated Canadians Can Now Travel To The U.S.

The United States now allows fully vaccinated travelers from Canada to enter the country for non-essential reasons, such as tourism. However, strict rules still remain in place to reenter Canada

India opens borders to vaccinated foreign tourists

India opened its borders to fully vaccinated foreign tourists entering the country on commercial flights for the first time in nearly two years on Monday

U.S. Travel Will Surpass Pre-Pandemic Levels In 2022

A new report by the WTTC shows that travelers are ready to travel again, with the U.S. leading the way in the recovery of the global travel and tourism industry

Thailand's digital travel pass application has multiple issues: Here's how to get approved anyway

After 18 months of tight COVID-19 travel restrictions and limiting tourists to its so-called Sandbox Program since July of 2021, Thailand reopened to

Operation Paperclip

World War II was over, but the Cold War was beginning to simmer. The United States seized on the opportunity to grab the technology lead in rocket design and development. On November 16, 1945, the first group of German scientists from Nazi Germany arrived in the United States to begin their new roles as United States scientists, among them

Southwest Airlines ejects passenger after she assaulted and hospitalized an employee

A Southwest Airlines employee was hospitalized after allegedly getting punched in the head by an unruly passenger on a flight taking off from the Dallas Love Field airport

Travelers deal with canceled, delayed flights amid airline staffing shortages

The air travel industry is rebounding from the pandemic at a faster rate than airlines can handle. Air travel carriers and airports are rushing to hire needed staff before the busy holiday flight schedule

United Airlines Just Made a Major Step Towards Changing Air Travel As We Know It

While other airlines have stalled, United is progressing towards supersonic speeds

Italy's New National Airline Has Arrived - Here's What to Know

ITA Airways, the just-launched Italian airline, is gearing up for flights to the U.S. as early as November

7 things to look for when booking an accessible hotel room

As a frequent traveler that also happens to use a wheelchair, making sure that my hotel room is accessible for my needs is one of my first steps in booking

Don't Miss These Early Black Friday Hotel Deals

Early Black Friday hotel deals have already started. Find discounts for Hyatt hotels and beachy California favorites here

Reports: Trump selling DC hotel to investment firm for $375M

Donald Trump's opulent hotel near the White House that drew lobbyists and diplomats seeking favor with the ex-president is being sold to a Miami investment group

Dozens of NYC hotels in jeopardy as international tourism set to return

Tourists are poised to swarm to the Big Apple during the holiday season after an international travel ban was lifted last week — but it might be too little, too late for dozens of New York City hotels

Norwegian Cruise Line Launches 'Greatest Deal Ever' With up to 70% Off a Second Guest Fare, Free Open Bar, and More

The sale — which even more epic perks — is valid on all departures, including the recently released 2024 cruises

Royal Caribbean's Odyssey of The Seas Cruise Ship Officially Christened

Odyssey of the Seas, the newest cruise ship from Royal Caribbean, was officially christened on Saturday in a naming ceremony in Fort Lauderdale

Carnival Resumes Cruising From Tampa With Carnival Pride

Carnival Cruise Line resumed guest operations today from Tampa, Fla. with Carnival Pride. A second ship, Carnival Paradise, will join Carnival Pride, in

Two Cruise Lines Resume Cruises from Two More Ports in Florida

Carnival Cruise Line and Norwegian Cruise Line each resumed cruises from another Florida port this weekend as more cruise ships continue to come back into

New Digital Tour Allows Visitors To Explore Ancient Olympia During First Olympics

Microsoft has made it possible to explore ancient Olympia using augmented reality and artificial intelligence, brand new at Athens Olympia Museum

India opens its doors to quarantine-free travel for tourists from 99 countries

Travelers arriving from these countries will be allowed to skip a post-arrival Covid test, but must monitor their health for the next 14 days

Traveling to Georgia during Covid-19: What you need to know before you go

If you're planning to travel to Georgia, here's what you'll need to know and expect if you want to visit during the Covid-19 pandemic

Travel to Hawaii during Covid-19: What you need to know before you go

If you're planning to travel to Hawaii, here's what you'll need to know and expect if you want to visit during the Covid-19 pandemic

Cambodia ends quarantine for vaccinated travelers

Cambodia will stop requiring quarantine for travelers who have been vaccinated for Covid-19 starting on Monday, Prime Minister Hun Sen said on Sunday

Passengers want to use biometrics to expedite travel processes

The International Air Transport Association has released the results of its 2021 Global Passenger Survey, showing passenger’s willingness to use biometrics if it accelerates travel processes

Netherlands Travel Advisory As Country Goes Into Partial Lockdown

After a steep rise in the number of positive Covid-19 cases, the Netherlands has gone into a partial lockdown

Unvaccinated Americans Can Travel to Germany Starting November 14

Unvaccinated and non-recently recovered travelers from the United States will no longer have to quarantine upon arrival in Germany

The Top Tour Operators and Vacation Packagers

Travel advisors voted on the best tour operators and vacation packagers this year

8 Fabulous Experiences Along The Caribbean Coast Of Costa Rica

Costa Rica's Caribbean coast offers rare glimpses into wildlife, secluded beaches, parks and other recreational pursuits near Puerto Viejo

Why a trip to Spain's largest region Castilla y Leon is to wine for

WHEN you think of Spain, it is often followed by thoughts of sipping cocktails on a beach dotted along one of the costas. However, just two hours outside of Madrid lies the north-west region of Castilla y Leon and its wine routes

K-19

The Soviet nuclear submarine K-19 was perhaps the unluckiest piece of military equipment ever assembled. From the beginning of its construction to its decommissioning, the submarine would suffer fires, radiation leaks, and a series of fatal accidents. On the 15th of November in 1969, K-19 managed to collide with the USS Gato attack submarine in the Barents Sea. Both submarines were operating at

Violent airline passengers fined more than $200,000 by FAA

Federal authorities have slapped 10 violent airline passengers with nearly a quarter-million dollars in new fines for shouting, spitting, screaming, shoving and throwing punches onboard commercial flights

Avelo Airlines Introduces Nonstop Flight from Southern Connecticut to Southwest Florida

Avelo Airlines announces its first flight nonstop from Southern Connecticut Fort Myers, Fla

Frontier Airlines launches new Costa Rica flight

The latest headlines and information from Costa Rica including breaking news, weather, travel, events, sports and more

A Budget Airline Is Offering West Coast Flights to Paris for $400 Roundtrip

While it is not too unusual to find flights from New York City to Paris for under $500, it is exceedingly rare to find low-cost flights to the City of Love from the West Coast

Kelley House Plans Major Hotel Expansion

One of Edgartown's most historic waterfront blocks is being reimagined as a unified hotel campus by the new owners of the Kelley House, who have been quietly seeking community support for the project

While City Council continues to advance bill to raise hotel room tax, many unknowns still loom

Part of the funds will go toward the embattled rail project, but the city hasn't specified how much will be allocated

World's First Warner Bros. Hotel Opens Its Doors to Guests on Abu Dhabi's Yas Island

World's First Warner Bros. Hotel Opens Its Doors to Guests on Abu Dhabi's Yas Island

Hamburg confirms 36 cruise calls by the end of the year

More than 30 cruise calls are scheduled for the Port of Hamburg between now and the end of 2021, including Christmas and New Year's Eve sailings

Celebrity Cruises' Lisa Lutoff-Perlo wins first-ever TPG Empowerment Award

For more than a year, the cruise industry has battled its way back from a pandemic, but it has spent far longer dealing with a less obvious but equally

Variety Cruises Relaunches Seychelles Program This December

Variety Cruises has announced the relaunch of its year-round itineraries in Seychelles from late December 2021 through 2024. According to a press release

NCL Cancels Norwegian Encore Cruise Due to Unforeseen Circumstances

Norwegian Cruise Line cancels Norwegian Encore's November 14 sailing from Miami, Florida due to unforeseen circumstances

Japan's eased entry restrictions: What incoming travelers need to know

Although companies and organizations are responsible for applications, individuals still need to prepare some things and be aware of restrictions after their arrival

Travel writers name 7 places that are better in person than in pictures

You’ve seen the pictures: The Eiffel Tower with sky ablaze in brilliant color. The Taj Mahal with no tourists. Lakes with perfectly mirrored mountain reflections

40+ Foods That Australians Love That Might Surprise the Rest of the World

Australia is a strange and wonderful part of the world. It is home to some of the friendliest people you could ever hope to meet, as well as some of the scariest animals to exist on planet Earth

France’s Travel & Tourism Recovering Ahead of EU & Other World Countries

France’s travel and tourism sector has increased by 34.9 per cent this year, research from the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) reveals

Malaysia could reopen borders to foreign tourists by Jan. 1, per advisory council proposal

Malaysia's National Recovery Council proposed reopening borders to foreign travelers by Jan. 1

Thanksgiving travel this year could strain people’s wallets — and patience

More than 53 million people plan to travel over the Thanksgiving holiday, according to AAA, with air travel up by 80 percent since last year

See what Havana looks like as Cuba set to reopen to tourists

Cuba will reopen its international borders in a bid to bring back badly needed tourists after being shut to visitors for most of the Covid-19 pandemic

I Took the Rocky Mountaineer's Newest Train Route From Colorado to Utah — Here's What It Was Like

The Rocky Mountaineer launched its first U.S. route with a new sightseeing train traveling between Colorado and Utah

Yes, you can visit these 5 volcanoes for a thrilling trip

Volcanoes are probably one of the most intriguing and mystical creations of nature. There’s nothing more thrilling and exciting travel experience than visiting a volcano

The Mayor Is Guillotined

Jean Sylvain Bailly was an astronomer, and only reluctantly a politician. During the French Revolution, he became the first Mayor of Paris. One of his first acts was to restore full citizenship and rights to the Jewish population of Paris, a move that not all agreed to be a priority, and which earned him the scorn of some members of the government. When a riot broke out

United Airlines Just Made a Major Step Towards Changing Air Travel As We Know It

While other airlines have stalled, United is progressing towards supersonic speeds

American Airlines pilots reject 50% bonus pay to avert holiday staffing problems

American Airlines pilots have said no thanks to an offer from the company to boost holiday pay in an attempt to avoid staffing problems around the busiest travel periods of the year

Twenty airlines commit to using new technologies to reduce climate emissions

The members pledge to either incorporate new aircraft design or retrofit conventional aircraft, according to WEF's new initiative

More Ways To Visit Scandinavia: SAS Ups US Flights

SAS has announced plans to increase its frequencies to the United States this winter due to a sharp

Carnival Cruise Line Cancels Sailing to Hawaii from Long Beach

With Hawaii not yet ready to welcome back cruise ships, Carnival Cruise Line cancels its sailing to Hawaii from Long Beach in 2021

5 reasons why Holland America's new Rotterdam isn't just your grandparents' cruise ship

When someone asks me which cruise line is the best, I always tell them it’s subjective because each has its own personality. Holland America is generally associated with a much older demographic than some of its fellow popular brands — but don’t count it out just yet

Disney Is Officially Adding a New U.S. Cruise Port

Disney Cruise Line is officially adding a new port in the United States! Full details about when you'll be able to set sail inside

How to pick a river cruise cabin - best cabins and what to avoid

Guide to picking the best river cruise cabins for you whether you want a suite, luxury, affordable, a balcony, space and more

Hotel Indigo opens first hotel in one of Europe’s most vibrant cities

Hotel Indigo, IHG Hotels & Resorts' boutique hotel brand, has opened its first hotel in Serbia, Hotel Indigo Belgrade. True to the brand's ethos, Hotel Indigo Belgrade takes its design cues from the local neighbourhood and pays homage to

Enjoy Stunning Views of the Burj Khalifa From Your Room at the New Hyde Hotel Dubai

Hyde Hotels is expanding its international footprint with its first property outside the U.S. set to open in Dubai this month

International Hotel Groups Form Sustainability Initiative

Jin Jiang International (Holdings) Co., Ltd. including their affiliates Jin Jiang Hotels, Louvre Hotels Group and Radisson Hotel Group, and other leading groups with 25,000 hotels total

The Ultimate Outdoor Adventure You Need To Know About

Have you ever wandered along a beach and been disappointed by a dead end? Around the corner lies a secret beach with rock pools, caves, and

US Travel Advisories: Netherlands among "high-risk" countries Americans "should avoid" in CDC update

The Department of State updated its travel advisories again. Here's what that means for your trip

10 Great Destinations for Art Lovers

From a Japanese art island to a creative colony among ancient olive groves in Israel, these are the global art towns, big and small, we'd happily visit

Tourists having sex in the dunes is ruining a Spanish beach

Maspalomas beach is a nature reserve in Gran Canaria, Spain. But tourists having sex on its famous shifting dunes is destroying the environment, says a new report

Aspen experiences that don’t cost a penny

Visiting Aspen on a budget? Read on for the best free things to do in Aspen, Colorado

Black Travel Alliance honored with TPG award for efforts to diversify the industry

On May 25, 2020, George Floyd, a 46-year-old black man, was murdered in a neighborhood of Minneapolis by Derek Chauvin, a white police officer with the city's

How This Island Destination Became the Most Vaccinated Place in the U.S.

Puerto Rico has a higher vaccination rate than anywhere else in the country. How did the island territory get there

Visit Visalia classified as California's first Certified Autism Center

Visit Visalia became California's first destination marketing organization classified as a Certified Autism Center

Why Your Next Trip to Mexico Should Go Beyond the Obvious Hot Spots

Now is the perfect moment to take a fresh look at our neighbor to the south

CDC 'Avoid Travel To' List For Covid-19 Has A New Destination: Ukraine

Meanwhile 7 destinations moved from Level 4 down to Level 3

Kurt Vonnegut, Jr

Kurt Vonnegut, Jr. was born on this day in 1922. Vonnegut is arguably one of the finest novelists of the 20th century, one whose works will be remembered and read for generations to come. Vonnegut's sense of irony and black humor found its way into

American Airlines pilots' union rejects holiday bonus pay, seeks permanent changes

American Airlines pilots' union turned down a company offer to pay 50% more for holiday trips

Despite calls to improve, air travel is still a nightmare for many with disabilities

Congress told the Transportation Security Administration and airlines in 2018 to improve air travel for people with disabilities. But TSA data and stories from flyers suggest little has improved

Breeze Airways cuts 4 routes, shuffles flights in big schedule extension

The big U.S. airlines aren't the only ones making route adjustments due to the pandemic

Southwest Airlines Has Flights for as Low as $39 Right Now

Cooler temperatures are creeping in, and winter will be here before we know it. The change has people across the nation ready to pack their bags and sneak away for a bit

The best cruises of 2022, according to U.S. News & World Report

U.S. News & World Report on Tuesday published its ranking of the “best” cruise lines of 2022

Princess Cruises has announced a 111-day, around-the-world cruise starting at $21,000 as travelers continue to demand global sailings

The nearly four-month cruise will bring guests to 51 locations across 27 countries. If you'd rather travel in luxury, suites start at almost $66,000

MSC Cruises on Track With 13 Ships Back in Service

MSC Fantasia becomes the 13th ship in the fleet to resume cruise operations after restarting from Genoa in Italy

Scenic reveals further details of 2022 itineraries

Scenic has released further information on its 2022 Antarctic season cruises plus its Mediterranean voyages and culinary river cruises

5 star hotel, 37-story condo tower coming to Tampa Riverwalk

A new five-star hotel and 37-story condominium tower set to open in 2024 will be built in downtown Tampa along the Riverwalk

The Best Miami Beach Hotels To Stay In for the Most Luxurious Art Basel

The art fair is returning to Miami in December

Thompson Hotel Unveils New Campaign

Hyatt Hotels Corporation today introduces Culture Lives Here, the Thompson Hotels brand’s new campaign that celebrates the brand’s passion for elevating noteworthy and emerging creatives

First in: The Pig in the South Downs hotel review

The much-loved Pig hotel, with spots in the New Forest, Somerset and Dorset among others, expands to Sussex with a clever rural estate. Jo Rodgers reviews it first

10 Best Places to Go in January

From a ski trip in Italy to a safari in Africa, here are 10 of the best places to travel in January 2022

Take a Tour of Mexico City's Thriving Street Food Scene in 'Walk With T+L'

When you think of Mexico City, it's hard not to picture the endless array of luxury shopping and markets, taco stands, and vibrant cafes that line the city streets

These Day Trip Ideas Will Get You Outdoors No Matter Where You Live

These day trip ideas, including hiking, fishing, paddleboarding, and more, will help you get outdoors no matter where you live. Plus, experts share how to extend your day trip into an overnight, if you want

Wheel the World helps people with disabilities experience the world like anyone else

Wheel the World is a social enterprise with the purpose to make the world accessible. They believe that people with disabilities should experience the world like anyone else. Governments, travel companies and tourism professionals are all joining the accessible travel

Holiday Travel to Tropical Destinations: How Safe Is It?

Considering a warm weather getaway for the holidays? Here's what to consider about COVID-19 risk before you book your trip

Planning Holiday Travel? Get Ready for a Bumpy Ride, Experts Warn

If you're planning to travel over the holidays, experts warn to get ready for a bumpy ride -- high airfares, delays, cancelations

The travelers who are turning their backs on airplanes

As international travel bounces back in the wake of the pandemic, some eco-conscious travelers are committed to remaining flight free

Travelling with under-18s: Travel rules for holiday destinations

With much of the world opening up again after COVID-19, it's now easier and cheaper to go on holiday. But a major stumbling block for families with children are the vaccination requirements

Cuba is all set to reopen for international travel

Cuba is now reopening for travel for international travellers this month. More on Times Travel

Founding of the US Marines

Even prior to the founding of the United States, a naval unit known as the Continental Marines was founded and fought in the American Revolutionary War. A resolution of the Second Continental Congress on November 10, 1775, sought to raise two battalions of naval infantry. While administratively a part of the US Navy

10 Shortest Commercial Airline Flights in the World

These are the world's shortest flights with fly time less than 30 minutes

Back From The Brink: The Story Of South African Airways

South African Airways (SAA) has been South Africa’s flag carrier since the 1930s. Over its nearly 90 years of history, the airline has grown from a small domestic carrier to a respected international full-service carrier operating some of aviation’s largest jets

Airlines Add Flights to Havana, but New U.S. Travel Rules Pose a Challenge for Cubans

U.S. airlines will add daily flights to Cuba starting next month, as the island’s government prepares to lift strict COVID-related measures on Nov. 15. But those flights will likely carry mostly Cuban Americans on family visits to the island, as newly imposed travel rules from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention will make it very difficult for Cubans

Alaska Airlines Launches Partnership with Voluntourism Organization Travel2change

While volunteering in the Islands may sound like working on your vacation, it's really the best way to meet and make friends with residents and to get a

Holiday Inn Express Düsseldorf - Hauptbahnhof, an IHG Hotel

IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world's leading hotel companies, is proud to announce the continued growth of one of its much-loved global brands -Holiday Inn Express - with the opening of a brand-new hotel, Holiday Inn Express Dusseldorf - Hauptbahnhof

The most beautiful hotels in Bath for a sophisticated staycation

These are the best luxury hotels in Bath for 2022. Check out boutique, spa and romantic five-star hotels in Bath

Hyatt House debuts in Africa

Hyatt House Johannesburg Sandton marking the debut of the Hyatt House brand in Africa, expanding the brand's footprint globally

How One Lagoon Is Becoming a Hub for Sustainable Tourism in Mexico

Three new boutique hotels are serving as templates for turning the town of Bacalar—and its iconic lake—into Mexico’s most responsible tourism destination

Travel + Leisure Is Taking You on a Tour of Oaxaca's Most Iconic Mezcal Distillery — and Wait Till You See the Spirit's Secret Ingredient

Sure, you may have enjoyed a shot or two of mezcal at a bar, Mexican restaurant, or even on a trip to Mexico. But how much do you really know about this smoky spirit? The agave-based alcohol is produced primarily in

This Hidden Gem in Mexico Has Blue Water, Waterfalls, and Wildlife You Won't Want to Miss

Love exploring all of Mexico's most Instagram-worthy destinations? It's time to add one more to the list: La Huasteca

Only One European City Holds The Title Of Being The 'Christmas Capital Of The World'

Feeling festive? This European city has every one of your holiday needs covered, from enchanting light shows to joyous seasonal markets

Holiday travel expected to reach near pre-pandemic levels as AAA warns: "Get to the airport early"

AAA said that more than 53 million Americans are expected to travel over the holiday weekend

CDC Adds 4 Destinations to Highest COVID-19 Travel Warning, Including the Netherlands and Cayman Islands

The CDC raised the Netherlands, Cayman Islands, Faroe Islands and Luxembourg to the highest Level 4 COVID-19 travel risk list

Where is hot in December? Best holiday destinations including Mexico and Barbados

Where is hot in December for holidays - we take a look at the best destinations including Mexico, Barbados and Dubai if you're looking for hot weather and winter sunshine

Top 5 Awesome Places To Visit In Cambodia

A fascinating list of five of the top destinations for visitors to the beautiful southeast Asian country of Cambodia

Inside NYC’s most terrifying new tourist attractions: City Climb, Summit

New Yorkers consider themselves tough, but are they bold enough to scale the exterior of a Midtown skyscraper 1,271 feet above ground

Myanmar is planning to reopen to tourism in early 2022. But who will go?

As multiple Southeast Asia countries begin to ease travel restrictions, Myanmar, which boasts some of the region’s most spectacular destinations, has announced that it hopes to begin welcoming international tourists

Loved ones reunited at US-Mexico border as Covid travel restrictions lifted

For the vaccinated people allowed to cross to El Paso after 20 months their travel seemed anything but ‘non-essential’

Scammers targeting your want to travel again ahead of the holiday season

Many people are likely about to book their holiday travel, or maybe their first trip of the New Year

The Berlin Wall

Revolution was in the air, but this time, the sentiment was for the West. On November 9, 1989, after weeks of civil unrest, the East German government announced that its citizens could visit the West without fear of reprisal. Mass crowds of East Germans began climbing onto the wall. Many crossed over - others began

Readers' choice winners in hotels and travel at the 2021 TPG Awards

Our first order of business here during Travel Week at the 2021 TPG Awards is to hand out some hardware — namely to those candidates our readers felt were worthy of honors this year. After five weeks of voting

In a beach showdown by luxury hotels near Cancun, 2 people were shot dead

A commando of drug gang gunmen on Thursday stormed ashore at a beach on Mexico's resort-studded Caribbean coast in front of luxury hotels and executed two drug dealers from a rival gang

Inside the newest boutique hotel in Miami's Little Havana

Life House expects to launch several more hotels across the country next year, with tentative plans to expand internationally as well

United Airlines is dropping 8 more US cities from its route map

The news isn't getting any better for small U.S. cities, which continue to bear the brunt of airline pandemic-era network adjustments

US reopens to international tourists: Here's what flight crews want you to know

The United States reopens to international travel today after more than 20 months of border restrictions. But this long-awaited event comes with restrictions and conditions

American Airlines upping flight attendant holiday pay as critical travel season nears

American Airlines is offering flight attendants a one-time holiday pay premium as travel ramps up around the nation, according to an internal memo obtained by FOX Business

Air France Bets Big On The US With Service Increases This Winter

As of today, Monday, November 8th, vaccinated international travelers will be able to travel to the United States. This easing of restrictions has come with a surge in demand for flights on nearly all airlines operating transatlantic services from Europe

'So joyful I could cry': International travelers rejoice as U.S. reopens border to the world

Travelers excited at the prospect of seeing family and friends in the U.S. for the first time since the pandemic began took off Monday from London and other cities

September 2021 Sees Most Visiting Cruise Ships Since Start of Pandemic

In September 2021 there were 49 foreign cruises in the Croatian part of the Adriatic, almost ten times more than in September 2020

MSC Cruises invites global artists to compete to design the hull of new ship MSC Euribia

MSC Cruises has invited global artists compete to design the hull of its most environmentally advanced cruise ship yet, MSC Euribia

Princess Cruises 2024 World Cruise: 51 Must-See Destinations

Carefully crafted by the destination experts at Princess Cruises, the 2024 World Cruise will take travelers to 51 must-see destinations

The U.S. lifts the pandemic travel ban and opens the doors to international visitors

Starting Monday, the U.S. begins accepting fully vaccinated travelers at airports and land borders, doing away with a COVID-19 restriction that dates back to the Trump administration

Canadians ready to travel to the U.S. for the first time in nearly 20 months

For the first time in nearly 20 months, the U.S. border is now open to fully vaccinated Canadians for non-essential travel

Japan eases travel restrictions

Japan is easing restrictions on business travellers from 8 November, but has yet to reveal details of when it will allow international tourists to return

Oh hey, USA! Your alt-travel guide to the American dream

The United States is open again - but don't just make a beeline for NYC. Leonie Cooper has an alt-guide

Great Gifts the Solo Travelers in Your Life Will Actually Appreciate

Ticket for one, please

How to Visit Cabo San Lucas Like a Celebrity

Mexico is a celebrity destination, and Cabo San Lucas may be the hottest hotspot of them all. Want the full VIP experience

Have Fun in Las Vegas! 10 Best Activities for Young Travelers

A trip to Las Vegas is always an incredible gambling adventure. But what if you are a young adrenaline seeker who doesn't like casinos

Eager travellers line up for U.S. flights as COVID travel curbs are lifted

Travellers excited at the prospect of reuniting with family and friends headed for the United States on Monday as it lifted travel restrictions slapped on much of the world since the COVID-19 pandemic began

The Beer Hall Putsch

On this day in 1923, Adolf Hitler, a leader of the fledgling Nazi Party in Germany, attempted a violent overthrow of the government. In what became known as the Beer Hall Putsch, Hitler, Erich Ludendorff, and others unsuccessfully tried to seize power in Munich, Bavaria, and Germany. Hitler was arrested

Recent airline meltdowns raise specter of holiday travel woes

American Airlines canceled more than 1,900 flights last weekend, the latest in a troubling trend of airline network collapses in recent months

American Airlines delays employee vaccine mandate deadline until 2022 after Biden postpones deadline

American Airlines had previously said workers would have to be vaccinated by Nov. 24

37 incidents of unruly passenger behavior on airplanes are headed to the FBI for criminal review

The FAA has also proposed more than $1 million in fines for bad behavior

Caribbean Airlines to Restart Cuba Flights

Caribbean Airlines will resume service to Havana, Cuba starting December 14, Caribbean Journal has learned

Cancún tourists rush for shelter as armed gang storms beach at luxury hotel

Two people killed at Hyatt Ziva in Puerto Morelos in what state officials said was confrontation between drug dealers

Swan Reserve hotel opens at Disney World

The new hotel is part of the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin

Inside The Spectacular Private Residences At The New Peninsula London Hotel

The Peninsula Residences London, currently under construction in Belgravia, will set a new standard for luxury living in the United Kingdom

25 Seriously Useful Travel Tips Straight From Locals About Popular Destinations Around The World

'Everyone goes here, but tourism has basically destroyed it. For untouched natural beauty, go here instead'

The best holiday destinations for 2022

Looking for the best holiday destinations in 2022? We've rounded up the top 22 places that are coming into their own for a holiday next year, from north-east Australia to the very best places to visit in Europe

Here’s How You Can Travel to the Queen’s House and Hogwarts

A new tour from luxury travel brand Abercrombie & Kent will take guests to some of Britain’s most famous destinations

Cozumel Vs. Cancun: Which Destination Is Better For Those Traveling To Mexico?

We're ranking the beaches, activities, nightlife, and dining in order to see which is the better destination for you: Cozumel or Cancun

My Favorite Social Media Travel Groups

Social media, especially Facebook, is beginning to play a larger role in the travel industry, offering advice, travel groups, and information

Visit Bulgaria for sun-drenched hedonism and winter sports

Bulgaria: The perfect destination for sun worshippers and skiers

Riviera Nayarit wins "Best Emerging Tourism Destination 2021"

The Riviera Nayarit was named "Best Emerging Travel Destination in the Americas 2021" by the International Travel Awards, chosen from more than 5,000

United Will End All Flights To These 3 U.S. Cities

United Airlines will cease operations in all three small airports by January 3rd. Twin Falls, Pierre, and Watertown affected

Top 7 Tours In Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Puerto Vallarta has many possibilities for memorable tours that cover its beaches, islands, traditional sites, water sports, and activities. These are the top 7 tours to do in this vibrant tourist destination of

The Small Businesses That Make Us

When you think of the phrase small business, a certain destination likely comes to mind, and probably a nostalgic one at that. It might be a family-owned restaurant from your hometown, a neighborhood coffee shop that never fails to make you feel welcome

Sweden Welcomes Vaccinated Americans But Extends Travel Ban For Others

Fully-vaccinated Americans can now travel to Sweden for any reason with no requirements for Covid-19 testing before, upon or after arrival. The new rules apply from November 5

Collette’s Advanced Commission Program now a Permanent Feature

Pawtucket, RI (November 1, 2021) –Collette, global tour operator, today announces the permanent addition of its Advanced Commission Program for travel professionals. The program, originally launched in September of 2020 and set to expire at the end of the year, allows a travel professional to receive a portion of the full commission amount based on type of booking. Collette will not recall the advanced commission payments if a client chooses to cancel. Advisors will be able to earn advanced commission on all tours in the

Thinking Beyond Organization Success to Ensure Industry Success

FRAMINGHAM, MA, November 3, 2021 – Every day, I see industry leaders making critical decisions for their organization’s success. Less evident at times is how their decisions may also affect our industry’s collective success. Organization and industry success are not mutually exclusive: in fact, they are often aligned. And so, as we look to grow and shape our organizations and our industry beyond the pandemic, I believe every leader has a very specific challenge and opportunity in considering how to impact success for both. The challenge is that despite tremendous, pent-up desire to travel, consumers are apprehensive. As the world takes two steps forward, new variants, changing government restrictions and other concerns take travelers three steps back: leaving them reluctant to

Carnival Cruise Ship Responds to Mayday Call

The Carnival Breeze cruise ship comes to the rescue of three people and two docks after responding to a distress call

Royal Caribbean Takes Delivery of World's Largest Cruise Ship

The world’s largest cruise ship was quietly delivered to its owners last week and is scheduled to depart the shipyard tomorrow, November 5. Unlike the past where the events were met with great fanfare, the new cruise ship, Royal Caribbean International’s Wonder of the Seas will wait four months for

Nov. 4 update: Brazil cruising restarts with MSC, NCLH extends 100% vaccine mandate, Coral Princess cancels Down Under including world cruise

Brazil cruising restarts with MSC, Coral Princess cancels three cruises from Australia including a world cruise originating in New Zealand

Cruise News: New MSC Ship Departs Europe, Bound For The U.S.

Florida’s newest MSC Cruises vessel is one step closer to arriving. The line’s new Seaside EVO-class ship MSC Seashore departed Barcelona, Spain, earlier this week and is now making her way across the Atlantic Ocean towards North America

The Gunpowder Conspiracy

The tug-of-war for the English throne between Catholics and Protestants was growing increasingly tense. A small group of English Catholics devised a plot against King James I of England and the English Parliament. Underneath the Houses of Parliament, the group planted 36 barrels of gunpowder, intending to blow up the House of Lords during the

U.S. airline disruptions cast a pall over holiday travel

A spate of high-profile flight cancellations has put a spotlight on worker shortages at U.S. airlines, triggering warnings of new delays over the holiday period as airlines scramble for staff

New airline aha! to offer flights from Palm Springs to Reno starting next year

Aha!, operated by regional carrier Expressjet Airlines, will begin flying between Reno, Nevada, and Palm Springs on Jan. 3. The airline will offer the flights between the cities three times a week. The flight takes

Alaska Airlines Is Removing This From Flights, Starting Tomorrow

Alaska Airlines announced they would be removing single-use plastic water bottles and cups from water service on their flights

Delta flight diverted due to 'unruly passenger' adding to the influx of airline disturbances

Flight 365 from Atlanta to Los Angeles International Airport landed 1 hour and 27 minutes late after making a pit stop in

Plane-spotting paradise: Why this hotel rooftop bar is my favorite new AvGeek spot

I stay at a lot of airport hotels. Yes, there are plenty of early morning flights, but that’s only half the story. By the nature of this job, I frequently visit airline headquarters, most of which are next to runways

10 of the best New England hotels for the holidays

Get cozy for the holidays with a stay at these 10 festive, merry and bright hotels across New England

Walt Disney World unveils new Swan Reserve hotel

The newest addition to the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin has arrived just in time for the theme park's 50th-anniversary celebration

Princess Cruises Details "The Love Boat" Themed Cruise for Captain Stubing

Princess Cruises details 'The Love Boat' themed cruise in memory of Captain Stubing aboard Majestic Princess and departing in 2022

Vaccine Mandate To Stay in Place "Indefinitely": Norwegian Cruise Line's Frank Del Rio Says

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings president and CEO Frank Del Rio told investors Wednesday that the company's sweeping mandatory vaccination policy will be extended "indefinitely" in the near future

Adventures by Disney adds Arctic expedition cruises in 2023

Adventures by Disney expanded its expedition offering to the Arctic, with nine-night Svalbard voyages from Oslo in partnership with Ponant

French Polynesia to ban mega ships from calling at their ports

A number of countries have begun to ban mega ships from entering their waters with Tahiti revealing new restrictions

Four trends that are reshaping the travel industry in the wake of the pandemic

As travel picks up in 2022, hotels and hospitality companies will be catering to guests by innovating on everything from wellness to sustainability

New Rules for International Travel to Hawai'i Starting Nov. 8

Starting Nov. 8, non-U.S. citizens and other travelers arriving from international destinations can travel to the Islands under new federal requirements.

Europe's most beautiful towns

15 of the most beautiful small towns in Europe, from Italy to Spain and France

Visiting Native Land: The Importance of Considering Whose Land We're on When We're Traveling

This Native American Heritage Month, consider the Indigenous historical and cultural significance of the lands you visit and inhabit

Just Desserts: The Best Places Around The World For Those Who Love Sweets

These countries aren't just making sweets, they're also perfecting the art of doing so - get your stomach ready, because it's time for some sugar

Planning a trip to Asheville, North Carolina? Discover the top attractions to make this vacation one to remember

With the stunning Blue Ridge Mountains as its backdrop, Asheville, North Carolina, makes a perfect destination for a getaway. From great food and drinks to outdoor activities, or cultural experiences, there is something in Asheville

The Tomb of Tutankhamun

Tutankhamun was an Egyptian Pharaoh ruling from approximately 1341 BC to 1323 BC. The boy-king was only eight years old when he became Pharaoh. Howard Carter, a British Egyptologist, had found clues to the existence of the Pharaoh, but the location of his tomb was unknown because of the scarcity of records of any type on Tutankhamun. Carter searched in vain for many months for the tomb, known to be

Meet the Space Balloons That Want to Bring First-Class Travel to Space

World View's balloon and pressurized capsule offer a slow, leisurely trip to the edge of space. And it's less expensive than a rocket ship

Israel tours starting up again after tourism restrictions lifted

After more than a year of being cooped up at home, many Americans are itching to hop on a plane and resume travel abroad. For many, Israel — the Holy Land, the place where Jesus walked, gave sermons and performed many miracles — is at the

"South Africa is a leader in eco-friendly tourism"

Ahead of the Intra-African Trade Fair in Durban, South African Tourism Acting CEO Sthembiso Dlamini talks to Miliswa Cawe about the recovery of the country's tourist sector

Kid vaccines are a go: Here are 7 great family trips to take in 2022

If your family is one that has been making cautious and calculated risk and safety decisions for the last 20 pandemic months and dreaming of the day when you

Avelo launches first East Coast flights today; budget carrier’s founder tells TPG why they’ll succeed

Startup budget carrier Avelo Airlines will launch its East Coast operations on Wednesday, marking a new phase in the airline's planned expansion

Vietnam Airlines Aims To Fly To The US By The End Of The Month

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has granted Vietnam Airlines clearance to operate scheduled commercial flights from Vietnam to the US, the carrier announced Monday

Supply chain help is on the way from the passenger airline business

Passenger air travel will rebound sharply after the US reopens its borders to vaccinated travelers on Nov. 8, creating more room for freight to fly in the cargo holds of passenger planes

American Airlines launches new flights to Costa Rica

The latest headlines and information from Costa Rica including breaking news, weather, travel, events, sports and more

What's it like to go on a cruise now? Here's how COVID changed the onboard experience

Cruise passengers will see a lot of changes on the ship due to the pandemic

Norwegian Cruise Line Removes Bermuda from Transatlantic Voyage

Norwegian Cruise Line removes a call to Bermuda for Norwegian Getaway's 17-day transatlantic voyage in December 2021

Cruising and Mixed Vaccines: What Does Each Cruise Line Accept?

Can I cruise if I have mixed vaccinations? Here's a guide to which vaccines U.S.-based cruise lines are currently accepting

Lindblad Cruise Bookings Surge Ahead, Up 51%

Bookings are good at Lindblad Expeditions, according to CFO Craig Felenstein, speaking on the company's third quarter earnings call

In The Hotel Of The Future, Josh Is Ready To Serve You

An exclusive interview with Alex Capecelatro, CEO of Josh.ai, about the new automated voice assistant at the Kimpton Rowan in Palm Springs, Calif

From selfies to sustainability, hotels are revamping concierge service with creativity

As “Instagram concierge” at the W Punta de Mita hotel in Mexico, Vallin helps guests locate and take the best social media-worthy photos while they bask in that vacation glow

Hyatt completes acquisition of Apple Leisure Group

Hyatt Hotels Corp. has completed the previously announced acquisition of Apple Leisure Group, a resort-management services, travel and hospitality group, from affiliates of KKR and KSL Capital Partners

Avid hotels reaches 45 open properties with newest hotel in Macon, Georgia

Momentum for one of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ fastest growing brands continues in second half of 2021

Gov. David Ige details international travel requirements to Hawaii

Gov. David Ige held a news conference on Tuesday to detail international travel rules as part of the state’s Safe Travels program, which has been in effect since Oct. 15, 2020 and continues to evolve

Argentina Reopens to Vaccinated Tourists Around the World — What to Know

Travelers will have to fill out an "Affidavit of Migration" and show proof they have insurance that covers COVID-19

9 Ways To Travel More Safely

Whether you’re traveling within the U.S. or to a foreign country, you should take extra precautions to stay safe. Distractions born of travel — such as taking in the sights, eating delectable food and exploring new cities — can increase your risk

Where to go for the holidays: Experts weigh in on destinations and risks

It would be so nice to have a definitive list of DO-go-here destinations and another list of DO-NOT-go-there spots. No such luck. Once again, 'it depends' figures heavily in any plan. Your vaccination status and your risk tolerance are key, experts say

The Launch of Sputnik 2

On November 3, 1957, Sputnik 2 became the second spacecraft launched into Earth orbit. Aboard was a first - a female terrier named Laika. The small capsule was 13 feet high and was launched into a 212 mile high orbit. Although the capsule contained a refrigeration and temperature control system for

Transportation In Panama: 6 Things To Know Before You Retire Abroad

Retiring abroad means adopting to many changes and in Panama, American car enthusiasts may not like the means of transportation

Getting to Know Canada's Indigenous Peoples Through Tourism

You can find nearly 1,700 Indigenous tourism experiences throughout Canada - here's what you should know for your next trip

Chile Removes Quarantine For Vaccinated Travelers

Chile has removed the mandatory five day quarantine for international visitors

U.S. border officials preparing for Canadian travelers

Fully-vaccinated non-citizens can enter the U.S. for non-essential purposes beginning Nov. 8

4 Experts on Making More Conscious Travel Choices

We asked seasoned travelers what they're trying to do better the next time they hit the road. Read on for their conscious travel goals

Do You Need To Bring Your COVID Vaccine Card While Traveling?

It's annoyingly larger than wallet-sized, but that doesn't mean you should leave your CDC vaccination card at home during a trip

This is what airline chefs actually do to prepare passenger meals onboard

The food experts are responsible for presentation, garnishing, and minor last-minute modifications for taste, like adding a sauce or spice

These Are the Safest Airlines & Most Dangerous Airlines for Your Pet

Traveling can be so stressful, but traveling with a pet has got to take the cake. You've got to worry about their comfort and safety. Hell, even if you decide to leave them home, they may still try to figure out a way to sneak into your luggage

Airlines reopen lounges with new perks, more walk-ins from economy

Airlines are reopening airport lounges with higher-end service to lure back premium travelers after the pandemic, while increasingly opening the VIP experience to tourists - for a fee

'Unacceptable': Southwest Airlines investigating pilot who brought politics onto the plane

Southwest Airlines is investigating a pilot who brought politics onto the plane. On a Friday morning flight from Houston to Albuquerque, the unnamed pilot used the controversial phrase "Let's go, Brandon'' over the public address system, according to an Associated Press reporter who was on the flight

A Vacation Rental Scam Cost This Traveler $20K - Here's the Red Flag She Missed

Fraudsters are getting more and more sophisticated, tricking even the savviest of travelers out of their cash

As More Ports Ban Mega Cruise Ships, What Is the Future of the Largest Vessels?

French Polynesia is the latest in a litany of destinations to ban mega cruise ships

Premium Cruise Brands to Expand Restart to More Destinations

As the cruise restart reaches new heights, premium operators are expanding, with more ships restarting in more destinations, including South Africa and the

What It's Really Like to Take a European River Cruise Right Now

One traveler shares her European river cruise experience aboard the Avalon Poetry II ship, which recently sailed from Lyon to Port-Saint-Louis-du-Rhône in the south of France

Get half off for your better half with Celebrity Cruises

With Christmas around the corner, why not skip the queues and treat your better half to half-off a luxury cruise

5 Reasons to visit Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik - Pursuitist

Dubrovnik is a dream destination with beautiful hotels in and around its old town and Adriatic Sea shoreline. But, there is no hotel better than Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik, which is within walking distance of the old town, but with its own Adriatic beach setup during warm weather

The Most Pet-Friendly Hotel in Every Southern State

There's nothing like taking a getaway from reality. Imagine it: an escape to a place with incredible views, sumptuous linens, and fantastic food. But what good is a vacation if you spend the entire time missing your furry best friend

Ruby Group Opens First Hotel in Switzerland

Located on Beatenplatz in the heart of Zurich, where one of the city's first cinemas was located, Ruby Mimi is reviving the old days of early silent film history. The hotel's 208 rooms, 24/7 bar and private cinema exude glitz, glamour and lean luxury

13 Ways to Travel More Responsibly

As we emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic, our choices will have more weight than ever. Here, how you can do better by the places you visit and the people you meet; the planet; and even yourself

35 of the Best Travel-Themed Gifts All Traveler-Lovers Will Want...Almost as Much as Another Stamp on Their Passport!

Do you have a lot of travel lovers in your life? If so, you know that finding the perfect gift for them can sometimes be a challenge

Backstage tours of the 'Met' Opera House and jazz concerts on a Danube river cruise

Tickets to some of the world's finest concert halls, opera houses, theatres and galleries are all part of the package on a range of cultural holidays introduced for the New Year and beyond. American music and culture combine on an arts tour with Kirker Holidays. Its five-night Metropolitan Opera and Galleries and Museums Of New

Russia moves to CDC's highest risk travel category

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention added Russia to its list of 'very high' risk travel destinations this week

Factbox: Asia-Pacific countries begin to open selectively for international travel

Asia-Pacific countries, which have had some of the world's strictest border controls and quarantine rules during the pandemic, are starting to open selectively to fully vaccinated international travellers as well as their unvaccinated children

Is This the Future of Queer Travel?

Expert Bani Amor on dismantling coloniality, ending systemic inequalities, and embracing the radical potential of travel

Your Travel Guide to Martha's Vineyard

Laid-back and lovely, bustling yet bucolic, this island offers plenty for everyone

Country-Specific International Travel Restrictions Will Be Rescinded November 8, 2021

Beginning November 8, 2021, international travelers subject to CDC country-specific travel restrictions will be able to resume travel to the U.S. without applying for an exemption

Israel Opens to Vaccinated International Travelers

Those who are fully vaccinated with WHO-approved vaccines can now travel to Israel, with some additional conditions

Experience Culture, Natural Beauty, and Elephants (Ethically!) in Phuket, Thailand

The time is now to experience the magic of Phuket, Thailand's largest island, without its pre-pandemic visitor numbers. Find out what to do, where to stay, and what to eat in Phuket here.

Flight of the Spruce Goose

In 1942, the U.S. Department of War needed a new type of aircraft to transport men and materials long distances. The Hughes Aircraft company won the bid and aircraft designer Howard Hughes and Henry J. Kaiser began work on a prototype aircraft that was to become the Hughes H-4 Hercules, better known as the "Spruce Goose". The design team built the aircraft from wood because of the

American Airlines cancels 250 more flights

American Airlines has canceled another 250 flights Monday, continuing a days-long chain reaction of cancellations that started last week

Airline winners at the 2021 TPG Awards, according to readers

The votes have been tallied, and the results are in. The 2021 TPG Awards is starting with Airlines Week, and today we're thrilled to announce the winners of

United Airlines: Transatlantic Bookings Are Going Up At Right Angles

Last month, it was announced that the United States was preparing to ease travel restrictions for unvaccinated passengers

US regulator contemplates warning about 5G impact on aircraft systems

The US Federal Aviation Administration is reportedly preparing warnings to pilots and airlines about the potential impact of 5G wireless services on aircraft safety systems

Cruise holidays: Why you should book cruises through a travel agent

Find out why a travel agent can be better than booking cruises direct when organising your cruise holidays

Developing a new kind of enriching explorations

Michael Ungerer gives Rebecca Gibson an insight into how MSC Group’s new brand Explora Journeys will transform the concept of luxury cruising and experiential travel

Royal Caribbean adds validation to Covid-19 vaccine card photo uploads in app

The Royal Caribbean app is getting updates all the time, and some cruisers have noticed a change to the option to upload a photo of your Covid-19

Viking Orion Calls in St. Thomas

The Viking Orion is scheduled to call in St. Thomas on Sunday. The Orion will dock at The West Indian Company Limited (WICO) port at 7:30 a.m. as

My Swiss army knife hotel strategy for free stays around the world

Each hotel points currency has its own strengths and weaknesses. To achieve your travel goals, you should be collecting more than one type

A Toy Story hotel is opening at Tokyo Disneyland next April

The Tokyo Disney Resort Toy Story Hotel will bring the animated Pixar movie to life

Stay in These Hotel Rooms Inspired By Hallmark Christmas Movies

Hallmark Christmas movies are one of the ultimate aesthetic comforts of wintertime. Between the classic tropes, the wholesome plot lines, and the set pieces that make the holiday season feel faultlessly magical, these movies are

Thailand drops lengthy quarantine restrictions for vaccinated travelers

Thailand has relaxed its quarantine restrictions and is reopening to vaccinated travelers arriving from several dozen countries and territories, providing a much-needed boost for the country's embattled tourism

Hilton opens 500th hotel in Asia Pacific

Hilton Nagasaki is located to the west of Nagasaki Station and is directly connected to the new Dejima Messe Nagasaki convention centre

Australia Residents Can Travel Outside The Country Starting Today

Beginning November 1, Australia will reopen its borders to fully vaccinated travelers and allow its citizens to travel outside the country

The US is reopening. Will the tourists come to shop?

Vaccinated international travellers are permitted to visit the US from 8 November in time for the holiday season. But a return to tourist spending on luxury could take time

Latest Destination Countries Reopening To US Travelers

Multiple nations around the world announced the relaxing of their international travel restrictions last week, and they're readying to welcome back U.S. travelers

Maldives on a budget

Guesthouses in Maldives have paved the way for independent travelers on a budget to explore this once prohibitively expensive destination

Top 5 Winter Getaways Near New York City

From cozy small towns to gorgeous cities, here are 5 locations within driving distance from New York City for your upcoming winter trip

The Principality of Monaco: a sustainable destination

The Principality of Monaco: a sustainable destination

6 unique experiences you must try in Canada

Now that travel is a prospect again, enjoy a breath of fresh air in the spectacular wide-open spaces of Canada

Benefits of small group travel

Deeply affected by the Covid-19 pandemic, tourism is slowly inching back to life but with smaller groups of visitors enjoying a higher quality of holiday experience

10 of Britain's best castle holidays

Pull up the drawbridge for a stunning fortified stay in one of these historic boltholes

109 Million American Adults (42%) to Travel for Thanksgiving 2021 According to a Survey By The Vacationer

That is a 45% increase from last year. For the entire holiday season, 161 million American adults (63%) will travel

You Really Should Have Mastered These Travel Tricks By Now

From packing efficiently to sidestepping bag inspections, these tips will save you both time and headaches

The White House

On this day in the year 1800, President John Adams became the first United States President to move into and take up residence in the Executive Mansion, later to be called "The White House." Adams penned a prayer the next day that

American Airlines and Affirm offer installment payment plans for flights

Book a flight now. Pay it off later.

Singapore Airlines Reintroduces 'Seasonal' Direct Flights from Seattle to Singapore for a Limited Time

Singapore Airlines will restart Seattle-to-Singapore flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport beginning in December for a short time to accommodate holiday travel from Christmas through the Lunar New Year

ExpressJet's low-cost startup airline Aha! launched this month — here's what to expect onboard

The company will operate like a typical low-cost airline, so passengers should expect a simple, no-frills experience with minimal amenities

Delta Airlines New Biometric Technology Will Speed Up Wait Times At U.S. Airports

Delta is expanding new facial recognition technology that they say can reduce the time it takes to travel through the airport

The Skirvin: The US' most haunted hotel?

The century-old hotel is rumoured to be haunted by an amorous Prohibition-era chambermaid

How to get freebies during your next hotel stay: A list of free amenities for guests, from bikes to beers

Ask and you shall receive. Turns out the adage is true at hotels across the country. While travelers have come to expect the basic freebies like mini bottles of shampoo, notepads and pens with their hotel stays, there are more perks available

Business for Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is 'absolutely stronger' than pre-Covid, CEO says

The CEO of Wyndham says that hotels are being booked at record numbers during the weekend, and even during the week as business and leisure travel pick up

Lonely Planet names the best destinations for 2022

In 1973, young British couple Tony and Maureen Wheeler published a guidebook entitled "Across Asia on The Cheap." Little did they know that one humble guidebook would lay the foundation for a worldwide travel brand called Lonely Planet

Book your holiday travel now — Airfares expected to jump 18% over next 2 months

Although airfares modestly climbed 5% from August to September, fasten your seatbelts, put your chair in an upright locked position and get ready for a bumpy

Thailand looks to welcome tourists again — less than half its population is fully vaccinated

Thailand is set to remove quarantine restrictions for fully vaccinated travelers from more than 40 countries starting Monday

Here's How Much Americans Are Spending on Holiday Travel This Year

More than 70 percent of this year's holiday travelers plan to pay for their trips using a credit card, according to a new survey from NerdWallet

Catch Some Zzz's with the 10 Best Pillows for Travel

Snag your new favorite pillow for travel by checking out our roundup of the very best

Best Travel Cameras for the Globetrotting Adventurer

Whether photography is your profession or hobby, we've got the best travel cameras to capture natural and architectural marvels

Here's Why Armenia Is Emerging As The Next Food And Wine Travel Destination

A legendary, culinary-world-changing chef embarked on a 'journey through the forgotten land' to help create a future for Armenian gastronomy - on the world stage, where it belongs to be

Indonesia Warily Weighs Holiday Travel With Virus Concerns

After announcing that year-end travel would be permitted, the government cancelled the Christmas Eve holiday, a Friday this year, in an effort to

6 Best Fall Vacation Destinations, According To Our Travel Experts

Looking for a great trip to go on this fall? Our writers share their favorite fall vacation destinations in the U.S.

The Beheading of Sir Walter Raleigh

By varying accounts, Sir Walter Raleigh was either a true gentleman or a pirate. He was a poet, a soldier, a favorite of Queen Elizabeth, and an explorer. He was knighted in 1585 and assisted with the settlement of English colonies in Virginia. He married one of Queen Elizabeth's ladies-in-waiting without asking the Queen's permission, and earned a stay in the prisons of the Tower of London as a result, released only

Japan as Ideal Adventure Travel Destination Featuring Rich Nature and Incomparable Culture – Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO)

This year, Hokkaido, Japan’s northernmost prefecture, hosted the world’s leading conference on adventure travel, in conjunction with JNTO. The Adventure Travel World Summit (ATWS) is an annual industry gathering organized by the US-based Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA), the largest

Cayman Islands to reopen to tourism next month

The Cayman Islands has announced that it is moving to phase four of its reopening plan. Vaccinated travellers who are securely verified can enter without quarantine from November 20th

All Jamaican Cruise Ports Expected to Be Operational By December

Get ready for more cruise ships heading to Jamaica as the Caribbean nation expects all of its cruise ports to be operational by December 2021

A luxury cruise line has unveiled a $11,000 per night suite that already has a waitlist - see what it's like to stay in one

The suite will be available on the Seven Seas Grandeur vessel, the newest ship from Regent Seven Seas, a Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings brand

Australians keen to set sail as government suggests cruises could return this summer

Cruises were linked to serious COVID-19 outbreaks early in the pandemic, but that has not dampened enthusiasm of some Australians who are keen to get back to sea

MSC Cruises Switches a Caribbean Homeport For 2021-2022

MSC Cruises has announced that MSC Seaview will be sailing from a different homeport in the Caribbean for the winter season

INTREPID TRAVEL’S REBRAND IS OUT TO PROVE THAT PURPOSE IS NOT AN EMPTY PLATITUDE

New York, NY – October 20, 2021 – For the first time in more than 15 years, Intrepid Travel, a world leading sustainable tour operator, has unveiled a new mission, vision and purpose that will define the next chapter for the company. Beyond its new visual identity, the rebrand outlines a clear vision that is focused on empowering communities, protecting the planet and creating a more equitable experience for all travelers. As part of the announcement, Intrepid Travel also revealed a new global portfolio of travel experiences that will bring

Dedication of the Statue of Liberty

The Centennial Anniversary of the United States was approaching. The French public wanted to present a suitable gift to its sister democratic republic. The result of much deliberation produced the prototype for the Statue of Liberty. The statue, crated in 214 separate boxes, arrived in New York Harbor on

American flight diverted after passenger assaults attendant, airline says

American Airlines said a flight attendant was physically assaulted Wednesday by a passenger during a flight from New York to California

United Airlines will begin selling mini bottles of hard liquor next month

The airline confirmed that it will expand its in-flight beverage service Nov. 15 to include miniature bottles of liquor on select flights in domestic, Canada and Latin markets. Drink sales are offered in

American Airlines' new plan for net-zero emissions

American Airlines is more aggressively leaning into sustainable aviation fuels and research into new propulsion technologies to reach its goal of net-zero emissions in 2050, the company tells Axios

United unveils another big transatlantic expansion, 5 new flights to London

If a visit to the U.K. is on the agenda, United Airlines will likely have a flight for you

Welcome To The World's First Women-Themed Hotel

A new hotel in Washington D.C. celebrates women with innovative art, drinks, programming and more

The millennial tour provider Intrepid Travel plans to open 15 hotels

Australia-based tour company Intrepid Travel is getting into the hotel business, it announced this week

The Best Hotels in UNESCO World Heritage Sites, From Versailles to Machu Picchu

With early-morning access and private tours, these accommodations provide intimate experiences of UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Disney Park Announces New 'Toy Story' Hotel Will Open Next Year

One Disney Park will be adding a Toy Story themed hotel to their grounds next year! Check out the details here

What’s new and what you missed from cruise lines because of COVID

When COVID-19 shut down the cruise industry in March 2020, a lot of hardware had either just arrived or was on tap to debut in Florida, but instead of champagne cork inaugurals, cruise lines had to put the celebrations on ice

Cruise News: Surprises From the CDC Updated Sailing Order

On Monday, the CDC updated and extended its Conditional Sailing Order, making several modifications that might give cruise lines more flexibility

Princess Cruises Cancels Cruises in Australia into Spring 2022

Princess Cruises extends its suspension in Australia and New Zealand to March 14, 2021, impacting voyages for the Coral Princess cruise ship

Alaska cruise guide: Planning tips and best cruise itineraries

Most people equate cruising with tropical destinations. Why would anyone cruise to chilly, rainy Alaska, where you might be wearing fleece jackets and knit hats and gloves in July

Slovenia recognised in Lonely Planet's Best in Travel 2022

With a thriving culinary scene, range of outdoor pursuits and highly regarded green credentials, Slovenia has been named 5th in the top 10 countries to visit next year, according to world-leading travel publisher Lonely Planet

Covid: All countries to be removed from England's travel red list

The BBC understands the changes, which will initially apply in England, will be announced later

Where to travel to avoid snow this winter, according to weather reports

With cold weather already spreading across much of the U.S., many people are preparing for the arrival of a long, snowy winter

The best places to travel in 2022, according to Lonely Planet

In 2022, travel is back on the cards, and with Covid restrictions easing here in Australia, many are no doubt already dreaming of the coming months, seeking to satiate two years worth of repressed wanderlust. But where to go, when the world is your oyster, and

Can We Still Ethically Vacation During a Climate Crisis?

Here are some tips for becoming a more socially and environmentally responsible traveler

5 of the world's most difficult, yet most rewarding, places to visit!

5 of the world's most difficult, yet most rewarding, places to visit! More on Times Travel

Want to Learn to Scuba Dive? Here Are The Best Places For Beginners To Take The Plunge

Tried and tested by a pro, these are the best destinations for beginning divers to try their hand at scuba around the world

This Is Why The Maldives Is Still, To This Day, A Dream Destination For Many

For someone who's never been, it's easy to wonder why the Maldives is such a dream destination - and these are only a few reasons why it's worth it

Getting around Brazil

Want to know the best way to get around in Brazil? Here you can find travel tips for popular, cheap and eco-friendly transport options across Brazil

The Best Products to Take on Your Travels for Winter 2021

With folks getting back out there in the world, it's time to consider what to bring on your next trip. Here are the best things to take on your winter travels

The Best Travel Bags to Buy Now and Keep Forever

From weekend getaways that I’m dragged into joining to weeklong trips to visit relatives I don’t want to see to spur-of-the-moment meetings that involve taking way too many connection flights, I have traveled a lot

The secret first-class seats offered by airlines

International airlines are gradually retiring their top-tier seats, but the spirit of first class lives on in a kind of secret first class -- roomy suite-style arrangements tucked away at the front of the airplane

Federal judge rejects Southwest Airlines pilots' request to block vaccine mandate

A federal judge in Texas denied Southwest Airlines pilots union’s request to temporarily block a vaccine mandate for employees, which is a requirement under new government rules

American Airlines Is Relaunching Another French Caribbean Route

American Airlines is set to relaunch another route from Miami to the French Caribbean, Caribbean Journal has learned

Hawaiian Airlines' Lie Flat Boeing 787 Business Seats - What To Expect

As Hawaiian Airlines inches closer toward taking delivery of its flagship 787s next year, we now know more about the onboard offering. In particular, Hawaiian has gone for a major upgrade at the front of the aircraft in the business class cabin

The First Hotel On Beale Street Is Open

The first hotel on Beale Street in Memphis, Tennessee, opened this year, and that's not the only big 'first' the hotel brings to the city

These 4 Hidden Hotel Fees Could Make Your Next Vacation More Expensive

Some hotels charge hidden fees. These fees can add up and even cause you to go over budget. Find out more so you can avoid paying extra hotel fees

Kids Can Dress Up for 'Spooky Tea' With Eloise at The Plaza — and Go on a Candy Scavenger Hunt

New York City's Plaza Hotel is famous for many reasons. But perhaps its most beloved reason is the character of Eloise

CDC extends Covid restrictions for cruise ship industry into January

The CDC has allowed cruise ships to operate with conditions since October 2020, requiring masks onboard and vaccinations or testing of passengers and crew

Panama shows off new cruise facilities during FCCA Conference

The recent Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association Conference drew nearly 400 attendees to Panama City and gave the opportunity for cruise executives to see the new Amador port and developments at

AARP's Guide to Europe’s Christmas Market Cruises

It's not too early to book these popular river journeys along the Danube, Main and Rhine for 2022​​​

Watch a Total Solar Eclipse Over Antarctica From a Brand-new Luxury Ship on This Once-in-a-lifetime Cruise

When it comes to maiden voyages, Quark Expeditions' Ultramarine is upping the ante

What to know about traveling with unvaccinated kids

How can you enjoy traveling with kids and make sure that they are safe and that their risk of infection with COVID-19 is kept at a minimum? Here are our tips

Visiting Thailand? Here are our 5 favourite places

The Land of Smiles is reopening: Here are our top 5 places to visit in Thailand

Spooky places you can rent for Halloween: Spend the night in Salem or the 'Scream' house

From spooky vacation rentals to Halloween-themed hotels , Broadry has rounded up some places to keep on your radar this holiday season

Here's What the U.S.'s New International Travel Rules Mean for You

International travelers who are fully vaccinated will be able to travel to the United States for non-essential reasons starting on November 8, the CDC announced on Monday. The Biden Administration has released

This Woman Went Viral For Sharing How She Stays Safe While Traveling Alone, And It's Starting An Important Conversation

If you’re a solo traveler or have ever been interested in traveling alone, meet Alexa Renee. She's a 26-year-old travel blogger and content creator

Hawaii Travel Update: Governor Gives Contingent Timeline For Lifting Restrictions On Masks, Restaurant Capacities

Tourists are 'all clear' to visit Hawaii. But will the day-to-day restrictions be eliminated, too? Yesterday, Governor David Ige provided an update and a possible timeline

Barbados Lifts Quarantine Requirement for Vaccinated Travelers

Starting Tuesday, travelers will now only have to show their proof of vaccination, as well as a negative PCR test taken within three days of arrival

Families looking to combine education and travel fun can choose from more than 60 kid-friendly, once-in-a-lifetime trips

Black Tomato's new customizable, once-in-a-lifetime trips combine education, play, and travel for kids 12 and over

Airlines brace for early 'long lines' when U.S. lifts travel restrictions

Delta Air Lines Chief Executive Ed Bastian said on Tuesday that travelers should be prepared for initial long lines when the United States lifts international travel restrictions for fully vaccinated travelers on Nov. 8

Opening of the New York City Subway

It was October 27, 1904 when the first underground line of the New York City subway opened. The construction methods at the time involved digging up the earth, digging the tunnel, building the subway and then re-covering the construction. The street would then be re-built. However, eventually machines

DEVOUR TOURS JOINS CITY EXPERIENCES’ PORTFOLIO OF TRAVEL OFFERINGS AS IT FURTHER DEVELOPS THE COMPANY’S LAND-BASED EXPERIENCE OPPORTUNITIES

Under the global experiences provider Walks, Devour Tours will further extend the company’s culinary reach by providing one-of-a-kind food and wine tours in top tourism destinations around the world

Major US airlines, travel industry leaders donate more than 20,000 flights for Afghan evacuees

Seven airlines, along with other travel industry leaders, are donating more than 20,000 airline tickets to Afghan evacuees to get to their final destinations in the US, matching an additional 20,000 flights contributed by the public, the White House

Hawaiian Airlines Returns To Sydney For 1st Time Since March 2020

Hawaiian Airlines is returning to Sydney after a 21-month hiatus, resuming their popular flights in mid-December. Hawaiian’s return coincides with Australia beginning to reopen its borders and a raft of other airlines either increasing frequencies or returning to Sydney

'Gross': Passenger's hair-brained behaviour on flight goes viral

The image from Twitter user Anthony, known as @Antman0528, shows the unidentified flyer's hair draped over the back of their seat and down past the seat tray

Life in the fast lane: book ahead for airport security screening

It could be the yellow brick road of airports: a way to avoid security queues by using your mobile phone to book ahead

Gunfight at the O.K. Corral

The Tombstone, Arizona Territory gang loosely known as "the Cowboys" had business interests that conflicted with the new Sheriff(s) in town: Virgil, Wyatt and Morgan Earp and their notorious partner "Doc" Holiday. The subsequent events and historical accuracy of much of what happened, and why, are a matter of dispute. To this day, family members of those involved contend the elements of the story. What is known is

Virgin Atlantic Launches New Flight Routes As U.S. Restrictions Ease

Virgin Atlantic is set to launch more transatlantic flights after the US announced it is to ease its entry restrictions

Norwegian Cruise Line Restarts Cruises from Los Angeles to the Mexican Riviera

Norwegian Cruise Line restarts operations from Los Angeles, California to the Mexican Riviera with the Norwegian Bliss cruise ship

Experience mighty Alaska on the ultimate cruise to America with Good Housekeeping

We're inviting you to discover the great Alaskan wilderness on a luxurious small ship cruise in May 2022

'The pandemic isn't over': CDC extends Conditional Sailing Order for cruises into January amid COVID-19

Cruise lines will be required to follow the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention protocol for COVID-19 on ships through Jan. 15

Bahamas will extend requirement for cruise ship passengers to be vaccinated

The Bahamas will extend its order requiring cruise ship passengers be fully vaccinated if they are above the age of 12 until next year

This Haunted Hotel in London Guarantees Guests Won't Get a Good Night's Sleep

This spooky season, a haunted house in London is going on record as the first hotel in the world to guarantee a sleepless night's stay

How access to air quality info can increase hotel occupancy

With tight operational constraints imposed by social distancing for customers and staff, the hotel sector has been one of the last industries to return to near normality during the COVID-19 pandemic

Cambria Hotels Uncorks Upscale Experience In Napa Valley, California

Cambria Hotels, an upscale brand franchised by Choice Hotels International, Inc., made its official debut in Napa, California, with the grand opening of the Cambria Hotel Napa Valley Silverado Trail

CDC moves large European country to its highest level of Covid-19 travel risk

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has added just one new location to its list of "very high" risk travel destinations this week

This U.S. Travel Destination Boasts The Highest Vaccination Rate In The Country

An American territory in the Caribbean can now claim the highest rate of COVID vaccination in the country

Top Five Wonderful Destinations To Visit In Authentic Oman

Five fascinating destinations for travellers to enjoy when they visit the wonderful and authentic country of Oman

10 Tips on Budget Travelling for Students

Regardless of which student persona you embody, it is best to use a bit of your time to explore and discover the world

These are the 4 most unusual ski destinations in Europe

We all know enthusiastic skiers love skipping over Les Trois Vallées and making the most of the fresh powder in Lech and Gstaad, but the inevitable crowds are something of a drawback

Puerto Vallarta Travel Guide: Where to Stay, What to Eat, and More

Puerto Vallarta has beautiful beaches, a thriving culinary scene, and great nightlife. If you plan to book a trip, here are a few reasons to book a getaway

World's Most Instagrammable Destinations for 2021

Instagram is amongst the most used social platforms in 2021. Whether you are an entrepreneur, a travel blogger, or merely sharing your authentic life experiences with the world, you will often use Instagram

London tourism bookings soar for 2022

Hopes of a huge revival in foreign tourism in London next year were given a boost on Tuesday by a survey showing the capital ranked the second most popular destination in the world for bookings in 2022

10 Best Places to Go in December

Whether you want to shop in Viennese Christmas markets or catch a show in Las Vegas, these are the ultimate stops for December travel

Hawaiian Airlines Gambles on Big New Business Class Cabin

Hawaiian Airlines historically has been conservative with premium cabins, installing outdated products and adding fewer seats than competitors. But the carrier is making a big bet on flat-bed seats for its new

Hawaiian Airlines to resume flights between Honolulu, Sydney in December

Hawaiian Airlines said today it will resume five-times weekly service between Honolulu and Sydney in December, the first restoration of that Australia service since the pandemic stopped it in March 2020

SkyWest Experiences Mass Cancellations Following System Outage

SkyWest joins the growing list of airlines to suffer a widespread system outage, following a two-day fallout of a system outage that slowed the airline's operations. The carrier experienced the same issues that plagued Spirit Airlines and Southwest Airlines in the months prior

U.S. to outline Nov. 8 international travel reopening, vaccination rules

The Biden administration plans to unveil on Monday its detailed rules requiring nearly all foreign air visitors to be vaccinated against COVID-19 starting Nov. 8, sources told Reuters

Deal alert: Round-trip flights to the Bahamas for as low as $195

If you know you're eventually going to seek an escape from the cold weather this winter, you can trade your sweaters for bathing suits and visit the pristine

Egypt's hotels back to full capacity, tourism official says

Egypt has allowed hotels to run at full capacity while observing strict coronavirus precautionary measures, an official at the Ministry of Tourism said on Sunday

How hotels have started adding CBD to their spa treatments

It’s well-known that CBD comes with both anti-inflammatory properties and the benefit of calming effects. As such, it goes without saying that this substance finds its way into more and more industries and niches every month. Recently, it was the hotel industry’s turn to implement

InterContinental Hotels & Resorts expands Spanish portfolio with the opening of InterContinental Barcelona

The world's first and largest luxury hotel brand, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, today announces the opening of InterContinental Barcelona, the first luxury hotel to open in Barcelona this year situated in the heart of the

Spooky stays: haunted hotels and ghostly guesthouses to book for Halloween

From a 13th-century Arab fortress with a crying spectre, to the London hotel which spooked the England cricket team, book a stay where the permanent guests never checked out at all

How to plan a Royal Caribbean cruise on any budget

Just like with airfare and hotels, a cruise vacation can be done on any budget. From picking a stateroom to dining onboard and exploring a port, a Royal

The Canadian Cruise Industry Calls for Urgent Engagement with the U.S.

The cruise industry in Canada calls on its government to engage with the U.S. in the handling of cruise ships in Canadian waters and ports

MSC Cruises to restart South African cruise travel

MSC Cruises is to become the first cruise line to restart cruises from South Africa, with MSC Orchestra departing on the first voyage from the new KwaZulu Natal cruise terminal in Durban on 6 December 2021

Carnival Christens Newest Cruise Ship Mardi Gras

Carnival Cruise Line christened their newest ship this weekend, Mardi Gras, in what was the first naming ceremony in the U.S. in almost two years

13 autumn travel destinations in Gyeongnam, South Korea

As the public interest in non-face-to-face tourist destinations is increasing day by day in the fall of Gyeongsangnam-do, Gyeonganm province has recommended and introduced 13 non-face-to-face safe tourist spots around the province so that you can find healing spots where

Fresh lockdowns in China as local Covid-19 infections spread to 11 provinces

Authorities in northern China are reimposing lockdowns and other emergency measures to curb the spread of coronavirus, with health officials warning of a worsening outbreak after the country recorded more than

From Polo Lessons to Cowboy Experiences: 5 Stellar Equestrian Vacations Around the Globe

Saddle up for a getaway to one of these horsey spots, from England to California

Top 10 food destinations in Europe for vegetarians and brunch-lovers

Based on a recent study, here are the best countries in Europe for foodies, appealing to vegetarians, brunch-goers, and cocktail lovers

Canada drops travel advisory

Canada has lifted its warning against nonessential foreign travel. The new guidance, which reverses an advisory from the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in March 2020, signals the success of Canada's COVID-19 vaccination campaign

I'm a Shopping Editor, and These Are My Favorite Travel Gifts for 2021

These are one shopping editor's favorite travel-ready gifts to give this holiday season, including suitcases, packing accessories, beauty products, and more, from best-selling brands like

UPDATE: Turks and Caicos reopened to international travelers

Editor's note: This post has been updated with additional reopening information including testing and vaccination requirements and testing sites

Intrepid Travel unveils brand, product refresh

Intrepid Travel has refreshed its line of tours, committing to a new product statement of sustainable, experience-rich travel and "the joyful travel experience."

Top Tips for Senior Travelers

Just because you’re getting on in years, it doesn’t mean you have to stop traveling. On the contrary, traveling in your later years should be something to look forward to

Host Agency Reviews’ 2021 Travel Agent COVID Report Is Live

Minneapolis, Oct. 18th, 2021 — A first in a series of 8+ travel advisor reports, Host Agency Reviews (HAR) recently published its 2021 Travel Agent Income COVID Report. HAR’s annual survey provides a critical data-driven overview of trends across 4 advisors segments; hosted travel advisors, independently-accredited travel advisors, franchisees, and travel advisor employees. The COVID report, in particular, is the first of its kind to elucidate the magnitude to which the coronavirus outbreak and ensuing pandemic disrupted the livelihoods of the travel advisor segments in 2020 and beyond. Surveying over 1,100 advisors, the report not only offers insights into how COVID impacted sales and bookings, but also offers data of its effect on fees, products sold, and advisors’ intent to work toward recovery. Here are a few report highlights on COIVD’s impact

The October Revolution

On October 25, 1917, members of the Bolshevik Red Guards captured the Russian Winter Palace in Petrograd, heralding the October Revolution, sometimes called the Bolshevik Revolution. Earlier in the year, a provisional government had been established, and the Bolsheviks sought to overthrow the existing

Airlines bet on big December after Covid variant setback

American and Southwest Airlines are reporting that they made profits in the third quarter, thanks to large amounts of government pandemic relief

United Airlines Is Warning Passengers About Price Hikes

In a new interview, United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby said customers should start expecting price hikes in the cost of plane tickets

The First Parachute Jump

On October 22, 1797, French innovator André-Jacques Garnerin climbed into a hot air balloon and rose 3000 feet over Paris. A crowd gathered to watch. Suddenly, Garnerin climbed over the balloon's basket and jumped. Behind him, a large silken fabric trailed, then

New airline to offer discount flights from Fort Lauderdale to Paris, London and Oslo

From Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, is anyone up for a trip to London, Paris or Oslo? Norse Atlantic Airways, a newly formed discount airline from Norway, says it will take you to any of those three European capitals starting next year

Delta Added Hundreds of Flights from NYC Airports

Delta's expansion shows no sign of slowing down as the airline continuously adds new flights. A recent announcement shared that the airline would be adding more routes to Panama from the US later this year, and now, the airline has added over 100 flights out of

The hotel dog that saved its owner's life

On October 25, 2011, the five tiny fishing villages -- which had long been a magnet for tourists from all over the world -- were hit by one of the worst inundations the area had ever seen. Thirteen people were killed, and many more lost property and possessions. The streets of Vernazza, perhaps the most famous of the villages, were feet-deep in mud

Hotel owner IHG says business travel returning after busy summer season

(Reuters) -IHG said on Friday it was seeing encouraging signs of recovery in business and international travel, with strong corporate bookings in the United States as the Holiday Inn owner

Honolulu City Council moves hotel bed tax bill forward

A Honolulu City Council committee voted Wednesday to move forward with a bill that would implement a 3% tax on hotel stays on Oʻahu. Part of the money would go to the city’s rail transit project

Caribbean Travel News

Here are the top stories making Caribbean travel news in 60 seconds for this week ending Oct. 22, 2021

Canada paves way for US tourism by rolling back travel advisory in place since March 2020

The Canadian government on Thursday quietly rolled back its guidance against all nonessential travel, replacing it with a new advisory saying travelers should be fully vaccinated before leaving the country

Top U.S. Destinations For A Festive Christmas Holiday

There are many places in the US that truly evoke the spirit of Christmas. Read on to learn about these best US destinations for your next holiday getaway

Cape Town named Africa's Leading City Destination for 2021

Cape Town named Africa's Leading City Destination for 2021 at the Africa segment of the World Travel Awards

Technology continues to change the way we travel

Technology-based innovation has impacted a variety of sectors for the better, but perhaps none more so than the travel industry. It has made life easier and more convenient for customers, airlines, employees, and everyone else in-between. In the past, certain tasks used to

Maui Has Become a Go-to Destination for Pandemic-era Travelers — Here's How to Experience It Beyond the Beaches

As strict rules regarding travel during the COVID-19 pandemic have been implemented, venturing to Hawaii has been seen as a viable option for travelers who have been craving a bit of island paradise

What Travelers Need To Know About Thailand Dropping Quarantine

Thailand has released more information about changes to its entry restrictions, which include entry without quarantine

8 Nigerians charged with alleged internet scams promising romance, travel

Eight Nigerians have been charged in the U.S. with running widespread internet scams for at least a decade from their base of operation in Cape Town, South Africa

The Travel Basics Our Readers Keep Buying From Nordstrom

These are the travel-friendly clothes, shoes, and bags our readers bought most from Nordstrom this year

Hong Kong halts cruise-to-nowhere as COVID-19 suspected in crew member

Hong Kong authorities prevented a Royal Caribbean (RCL.N) cruise ship from departing the city's terminal late on Thursday as a crew member was suspected to have COVID-19 after routine testing, the government and the cruise operator said

Latest Restart Dates and Itineraries of Every Princess Cruises' Ship

Since July 31, Princess Cruises has been gradually putting its ships back in service, with five out of 15 ships already in operation. Cruise Industry News

Carnival Cruise Line to Accept Guests With Mixed Vaccines

Carnival Cruise Line updates its protocols to accept guests with mixed vaccines effective on sailings as of October 24, 2021

Caribbean cruise holidays: 3 of the best ports in the Caribbean

Caribbean holidays are among the world’s most popular for cruise fans, with the region packed with ships and passengers throughout the year

Sun Country Airlines adding seven new cities, including first flights to Canada

Sun Country Airlines, a growing budget airline that caters to Midwest vacationers and travelers visiting friends and family, is adding several new nonstop flights including its first flights to Canada

Alaska Airlines Returns To Profitability Following Tough Pandemic

The Alaska Air Group has managed to overcome some of the major complications of the pandemic according to its third quarter 2021 financial results. The Seattle-based company, which owns Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air, has reported positive numbers compared

Delta cuts 3 long-haul routes in latest network adjustment

Several Delta routes are falling victim to the pandemic. Over the weekend, the Atlanta-based carrier removed all scheduled flights on the three following long-haul routes, as first seen in Cirium timetables

Delta Prepares for Fall Travel, Expects Rapid Growth in Northeast

Economic effects of the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic that crippled the airline industry throughout 2020 and into 2020 continue to loom large for the global travel industry, which remains a significant issue for airlines, specifically when several of the

Royal Caribbean is launching what it says is the world's longest cruise. It lasts 274 days and prices start at $61,000.

Royal Caribbean's 'Ultimate World Cruise' which is set to visit 65 counties, is scheduled to sail for the time from Miami in December 2023

World's Most Luxurious Cruise Ship Returns to Service

For the first time since the voluntary industry-wide stop in operations, Seven Seas Explorer has welcomed cruisers back on board. Excited passengers

Holland America's New Cruise Ship Departs on Maiden Voyage

Holland America Line's new cruise ship Rotterdam departs on a 14-day maiden voyage from Amsterdam that ends in Florida

Antarctica Update: Major Operators Confirm Plans

The 2021-2022 Antarctica season is starting to shape up as more and more expedition operators confirm their plans. With Argentina and Chile opening to

The Straits of Magellan

On October 21, 1519, a small fleet of Spanish ships led by Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan arrived at 52 degrees south, seeking to round South America in its quest for a western passage to the Spice Islands of Indonesia. The 373 mile passage was arduous, and one of Magellan's ships deserted and returned to

As City Council advances bill to raise hotel room tax, revenue could help pay for rail

Officials want the revenue to go toward building the final 5 miles of the rail line and to pay for future operations

Marriott Customers Are Outraged Over Resort Fees

Marriott is currently facing a lawsuit that alleges the hotel chain has profited millions from charging customers hidden resort fees

New Cruise and Hotel Developments for Turks and Caicos Islands

The Turks and Caicos Islands Tourist Board, the tourism authority for the Turks and Caicos Islands, has announced a $25-million investment in the Grand Turk

What happens when travelers test positive for Covid on vacation?

PCR and antigen tests have become part and parcel of traveling, with many countries requiring visitors to produce negative Covid test results on entry. But what do you do if you test positive while

Hawaii Travel Update: Governor Gives ‘All Clear’ For Tourists To Return November 1

Finally, some good news: Hawaii is back in business. Yesterday, Governor David Ige announced that tourists are welcome to resume visitation starting November 1st, two months after

Malaysia could reopen to international tourists in November, says tourism minister

Malaysia aims to reopen to international tourists in November, and travelers from neighboring Singapore could be among the first to be allowed into the country, the Malaysian tourism minister told CNBC

Kenya leads World Travel Awards winners in Africa and Indian Ocean

World Travel Awards – the leading authority that recognises and rewards excellence in travel and tourism – has unveiled its Africa and Indian Ocean 2021 winners

'Dangerous situations': Unions warn pilots to focus on flying, not federal vaccine mandate

Pilots at American and Southwest airlines are being warned to keep vaccine mandate issues out of the cockpit due to potential flight safety concerns

Wish to make a difference to the environment now that we can travel again?

Hooray, leisure travel is possible again! Since the repeated failed travel bubble attempts, Singapore residents can now (finally) travel to 11 countries under the Vaccinated Travel Lane (VTL) and more are in the works

Indonesia Tightens Air Travel Curbs to Brace for Holiday Season

Indonesia is tightening air travel measures to ensure an anticipated jump in the number of passengers ahead of year-end holidays won’t lead to a resurgence in coronavirus infections

These Are The Best Destinations In Costa Rica For Solo Travelers

Costa Rica can be a great destination for solo travelers, and these places will make for an incredibly memorable trip

Going beyond Everest: Exploring Nepal’s most adventurous destinations

If you thought scaling Everest is the only adventurous thing you can do in Nepal, then you must check this out. Nepal is so much more than Everest and offers a myriad other interesting and thrilling adventure activities. From white water rafting and rock climbing to bungee jumping and waterfall ice climbing, the country has

The South African Town Where Penguins Rule

A colony of 1,000 breeding pairs of African penguins nests on the beaches and in the gardens of Simon’s Town

6 common airline award travel pitfalls and how to avoid them

You may have heard some travelers grumbling that frequent-flyer miles are a waste of time. In particular, travelers sometimes claim that it's challenging

Alaska Airlines is cutting some of its November and December flights because of understaffing, suggesting it doesn't expect the labor shortage to end any time soon

Alaska Airlines is cutting some of its flights between Wichita, Kansas, and Seattle, Washington, because it can't find enough staff

Sky Bird Travel & Tours Celebrates 45 Years in Business

DETROIT, Mich. – Sky Bird Travel & Tours, a leading airline consolidator headquartered in Detroit, is celebrating its 45th anniversary this year. Being able to land on this milestone after a global pandemic – the travel industry’s hardest hit since 9/11 – makes this an extremely special occasion for Sky Bird and its team members as the company reflects on its decades of success and challenges with gratitude. “We are here because of my team; those who believed in us and supported us,” said Arvin Shah, Founder and CEO of Sky Bird. Shah conceived the idea for Sky Bird in the early seventies

The Hollywood Black List

On October 20, 1947, a Congressional committee began investigating Hollywood writers and actors in one of the darkest moments of what is now known as the "Red Scare." As conservative members of Congress sought to further their own ambitions by suppressing the rights of others, the House Un-American Activities Committee began questioning witnesses in an attempt to intimidate them into "naming names" of suspected socialists and communists in the ranks of the movie industry. "Are you now or have you ever been a member of the

Italy reveals new national airline

ROME: They’ve long dominated the food and fashion worlds, this year they’ve dominated sports, and now they’re aiming for the skies, CNN reported

Council Post: What The Big Hotel Chains Could Learn From Hostels

Customers are expecting a new experience, and hotels need to deliver

Swiss-Belhotel International Opens Its First 4-Stars Hotel in Biak, Papua

Swiss-Belhotel International recently announced the opening of Swiss-Belhotel Cendrawasih in Biak, Papua. This is the International chain's first 4-star hotel on the island that opens its door for discerning business and leisure visitors to Biak on October 1st, 2021

From hotels to cemeteries, these are the most haunted places in Savannah, Georgia

If the number of ghost tours that are out every night is any indication, then Savannah must be one of the most haunted cities in the country! From tales of broken-hearted lovers to the dying words of pirate captains, historic Savannah has plenty of ghost stories to go around

U.S. Issues Level 4 'Do Not Travel' Advisories For 11 EU Countries

The US State Department has issued Do Not Travel warning to 11 EU countries, and advises travelers to reconsider visiting several more

The Best Casino Destinations In The World

Everyone loves to travel, with the opportunity to visit and learn about new places often being difficult to pass up

What COVID Test Is Required for Travel?

So you’re looking to get back into traveling — but things have changed since the last time you hopped on a plane. From new testing requirements to quarantine concerns, the experience of travel is different from what it once was. It can be overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be

Star-Filled Skies and Neon Lights: Avelo Airlines Announces New Nonstop Service Between Redding and Las Vegas

Today Avelo Airlines announced new nonstop service between Redding, CA and Las Vegas. The new route will connect Northern California's outdoor adventure headquarters with the neon lights of the entertainment capital of the world

4 spectacular volcano vacations in the US: Hawaii, California, Washington, Alaska

For most people, volcanoes exist mostly in the imagination, in spectacular movie moments and baking-soda-and-vinegar school experiments. But real volcanic activity is so much cooler, packed with sights like boiling mud pots, hot springs and lava tubes

7 cheap European breaks for the whole family: From Portugal to Prague

7 cheap European breaks for the whole family: From the Algarve to Cyprus

A plea for respect as Hawaii prepares to welcome back vaccinated visitors starting Nov. 1

With COVID cases and hospitalizations on the decline, many were waiting for Gov. Ige to welcome back travelers. Tuesday, it finally happened

A glorious way of eating in Greece

A CNN writer went to explore the real-life Mediterranean diet -- an award-winning style of healthy eating she had been covering for years as a health journalist -- in Greece

9 Disney Wish Cruise Experiences That Will Make You Want To Be A Kid

Disney is pulling out all the stops on their newest cruise ship, the Disney Wish, with brand-new, never-seen-before kid-friendly activities

Royal Caribbean announces 'world cruise of world cruises' scheduled to visit 150 destinations

Around the world in 80 days? What about 274 nights on a cruise ship while visiting more than 150 destinations

Princess Cruises Offers Back-Up Mobile Sites for Pre-Cruise Testing

As a backup option for guests, Princess Cruises is offering pre-cruise testing with mobile test sites near embarkation ports

While Scenic Continues Its Small Ocean Cruise Ship Expansion, Line Is Working On New Designs

While Scenic Cruises is continuing its small ocean cruise ship fleet expansion with the upcoming Scenic Eclipse II and Emerald Sakara, those will be the last in its class as the line turns to something different, the company's CEO said. Speaking onboard in Saudi Arabia on

Four Seasons to debut in Naples, Florida

The Athens Group and MSD Partners, L.P. have acquired Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club, which will be the first Four Seasons hotel in Florida

Can TSA vaccinate enough screeners before the Thanksgiving travel rush?

Only 60% of TSA employees are vaccinated against COVID-19. It could mean trouble for Thanksgiving travelers

Flair Airlines grows schedule 33% in Canada and the U.S. with four new aircraft

Flair Airlines, Canada’s only independent ultra low-cost carrier (ULCC), continues its unprecedented growth with the deployment of four brand new 737 MAX aircraft in April and May 2022

Southwest drops plan to put unvaccinated staff on unpaid leave starting in December

Southwest and American Airlines are trying to reassure employees about job security ahead of the federal vaccine deadline

COVID vaccine mandate for flyers unnecessary: U.S. Travel Association

Opposing View: Risk of COVID transmission on planes is lower than other common settings such as grocery stores. So why the disparate focus on air travel mandates

European-Based Airline Drops Mask Mandate For Some Flights

As COVID cases drop in these Scandinavian countries, this airline has decided to lift mask requirements for regional flights

Lisbon's Luxury Hotel Scene Has Never Been Better

The Portuguese capital is always evolving, even in a pandemic. Between newcomers in very different styles and a number of ambitious renovations, the city now has something for any kind of traveler

Asia’s Newest Hotel Brand, Explorar Hotels & Resorts, Announces New Treehouse Resort In El Nido, Palawan, Opening 2024

Highly anticipated new hotel brand Explorar Hotels & Resorts is proud to announce its latest signing, Explorar Treehouses El Nido in the Philippines. Slated to open on Palawan Island in 2024, Explorar Treehouses El Nido is the second property to join Explorar Hotels & Resorts

Virgin Hotel Nears Completion at 1225 Broadway in NoMad, Manhattan

Work is nearing completion on the Virgin Hotel, a 476-foot-tall, 460-room project from Stantec and Lam Group at 1225 Broadway

Car Drives Off Road and Into Pool Area at Disney World Hotel

Disney World Guests were in for a surprise when they noticed a car parked on the wrong side of the Art of Animation hotel lobby

6 Boutique Cruises To Book For 2022

Treat yourself with a bijou boutique cruise, setting sail next year in some of the world's most stunning locations

Carnival Corporation: More Efficient and Sustainable

"Our number one goal is reducing our emissions," said Bill Burke, chief maritime officer at Carnival Corporation. That goal is a 40 percent reduction in the

Tradewind Voyages Cancels Debut 2021/2022 Caribbean Program on Golden Horizon

The Caribbean is no longer on the horizon for startup cruise company Tradewind Voyages, with the line canceling its inaugural Caribbean program of 17 sailings between December 2021 and April 2022. Originally slated to take place on

Singapore expands quarantine-free travel for vaccinated passengers

Singapore expands quarantine-free travel for vaccinated passengers

Six LGBTQ-friendly destinations to add to your travel bucket list

In light of South Africa's pride-focused celebrations this month, KLM Airlines has shined a light on gay-friendly travel destinations

15 of the world's most spectacular airport landings

There's a lot to love about travel. Experiencing a new culture. Eating great food. Staying in top notch hotels... and landing in a new airport

8 of the top trending destinations for travelers to explore in 2022

Forget the days of dreaming of trips and holidays abroad, 2022 is looking like an optimistic and extraordinary year for travel. Booking.com’s annual Travel Predictions research* found that nearly two thirds (63%) of travelers say they need to make up

Saudi Arabia to launch enormous oil themed 'extreme park'

The Middle Eastern country has announced plans to convert an oil rig into a 150,000 square attraction located in the Arabian Gulf

What You Need To About Visiting The Historic City Of Matera, Italy

Materia was once known as the 'shame' of Italy due to its once-abandoned past, but it has now done a complete 180 in the tourism department

Fiji latest destination to reopen to tourism

The island paradise of Fiji, known for its incredible scenery and warm, welcoming people, will be open to visitors once again starting this December

The First Chief Justice

On this date in 1789, Chief Justice John Jay is sworn in as the first Chief Justice of the United States. Nominated by George Washington to fill the role, John Jay helped to develop early principles upon which the nation's highest court would later build its jurisprudence. Jay was later

A new eco-conscious treehouse villa resort set to open in the Philippines

Explorar Treehouses El Nido will launch on the ‘best island in the world’ in 2024 with upcycled furniture, self-grown produce and local expert connections

Travel to Thailand: latest Covid rules and pratical guidance

Plans to reopen Thailand to vaccinated travellers from 10 countries (including the UK) are being pushed ahead for November 1

Norwegian Airlines Abolish Face Mask Requirement for Regional Flights

Authorities in Norway have announced that passengers on domestic operations as well as those on services between this country and other Scandinavian countries, Sweden and Denmark, will no longer have to wear face masks as the authorities have abolished such a requirement

Southwest Airlines shows off its unique history and company culture with its corporate office — see inside the company's Texas headquarters

To celebrate its history, the airline has taken blips of its past and displayed it throughout its corporate headquarters in Dallas, Texas

Air Canada Gets Two Week Ban On Vancouver Hong Kong Route

Air Canada is banned from flying passengers into Hong Kong for two weeks. The sudden move is due to the fact that Hong Kong authorities had detected a case coming in from an October 13th flight from Vancouver

Aruba airport plans expansion of US departure hall

Aruba’s Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA) is expanding with a project called Gateway 2030, including new gates, check-in areas, upgrades and more restaurants and bars. Construction for Gateway 2030 has already

Royal Caribbean Awaiting Approval for China Cruises

Once the Chinese government gives its approval for international cruises, the market will bounce back strongly, Dr. Zinan Liu, chairman, Royal Caribbean

After a Disney cruise, I was startled by Disney World’s COVID-19 policies — here’s how they compare

Since June, I have sailed on seven cruises with six different cruise lines (five of them mainstream) so I've developed a good sense of which COVID-19

Almaco delivers crew areas onboard Crystal Endeavor

Turnkey contractor Almaco completed work on several crew areas onboard Crystal Cruises’ newest ship Crystal Endeavor ahead of her delivery by MV Werften shipyard

Australians can travel abroad starting November but still can't cruise from home

With 70% of adults expected to be fully vaccinated by the middle of next month, Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison announced Friday that the country’s outbound travel ban will be lifted on November 1

Radisson Hotel Group becomes world’s first hotel group to offer carbon negative meetings

Radisson Hotel Group is proud to be the world’s first hotel group to make all meetings and events across 400+ hotels in its EMEA portfolio carbon negative. For every event taking place at its participating hotels, Radisson Hotel Group will offset double

Iranian hotels ready to welcome foreign tourists

Ninety percent of the hotel staff have been vaccinated against the coronavirus so far, so the hotels are ready to welcome foreign tourists, observing strict health protocols, the head of the Association of Iranian Hoteliers has announced

The Altair Hotel to Open as First Luxury Hotel and Resort in Bay Harbor

Nestled on the prestigious island of Bay Harbor on the edge of Biscayne Bay within walking distance to the pristine beaches of Bal Harbour lies The Altair Hotel, Miami Beach's newest luxury hotel

The Best Fall Cocktails From Your Favorite Hotel Bars Around the World

These are the best autumnal cocktails to welcome the season

The Basel Earthquake

On this day in 1356, one of the most devastating earthquakes ever to hit northern Europe struck the small Swiss town of Basel, situated at the southern end of the Upper Rhine Graben. Basel was nearly completely destroyed with over 300 people dead. Those wooden houses that were not destroyed

77% of travelers want to travel in the next year, with Europe reigning as top destination, according to new traveler research commissioned by Amadeus

The survey of 9,074 consumers across France, Germany, India, Spain, Russia, Singapore, the UAE, the UK, and the US shows the appetite to travel is high. At the same time, it reveals that greater clarity on restrictions and guidelines will be key to unlocking increased traveler confidence

Fun and unique adventures in the Philippines that you can experience in a day

The Philippines is home to lovely beaches and picturesque mountain vistas but the city life is another attraction the travellers can enjoy. The cities of the Philippines offer fun and unique activities that

U.S. Announces Date It Will Reopen To International Travelers

The United States announced that fully vaccinated foreign travelers will be able to enter the U.S. again beginning November 8, 2021

8 Things To Know If You Want To Travel During The Holidays

Our travel expert offers advice for procrastinators who want to go somewhere this holiday season but haven't booked their travel yet

Pandemic travel news: Asia-Pacific vacations on the horizon

It was another good week in terms of travel reopenings as tropical paradises including Fiji and Bali announced relaxed restrictions. And the Caribbean's Dominican Republic celebrated its best month for tourism ever

Spain, France, Italy & Poland Are Among the Safest Countries to Travel to, ECDC Says

The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) has disclosed that Spain, France, Italy, and Poland are some of the safest EU countries to travel to since they have been registering low infection rates for several weeks now

How I Rekindled My Love Affair With Paris, COVID Health Pass in Hand — and What to Know Before You Go

After three lockdowns shuttered the city and restricted all movement, Paris is regaining its sense of momentum — here’s what it felt like to be there this summer, and what to know if you’re going this fall or winter

The Greek region too remote for maps

In medieval times this region was so inaccessible that it was literally "agrafa" (unwritten) –imbuing its inhabitants with a wild and independent streak that continues to this day

Restless spirits and haunted stories: Here are 13 of the most haunted places in America

Ghosts. They seem to be everywhere. The lurk around battlefields, graveyards, in cave structures, old homes and sometimes refuse to check out of hotels. Reported sightings have stirred the imaginations of some of America's greatest storytellers and feed the curiosities of ghost

Discover The World In 'The Best American Travel Writing 2021'

Well-crafted words to linger in your thoughts and inspire wanderlust

United Just Added a Ton of New International Flights for 2022

The carrier’s biggest-ever transatlantic expansion includes some “new and unexpected places” in Europe and beyond

U.S. airlines are grounded by understaffing, fatigue and rising violence despite billions in aid

During the pandemic, U.S. airlines have received $54 billion in federal aid to help cover payroll expenses. But staffing is still at skeletal levels

Elon Musk says Starlink will provide faster internet speeds on airlines

Elon Musk on Thursday touted SpaceX’s plan to use Starlink for in-flight Wi-Fi, emphasizing that his company is in discussions with airlines to add the high-speed satellite internet service

Southwest Airlines president offers explanation for flight cancellations

On Thursday, Southwest Airlines president Mike Van de Ven offered an explanation and an apology following a weekend where the airline canceled thousands of flights, leaving passengers stranded across the nation

New hotels open across the U.S.

Recent openings include a boutique hotel in Providence, RI; an AC Hotel in Miami and a Red Roof Inn in Texas. The Beatrice Paolino Properties has opened openings

44 Best Hotels in Paris

Whether you’re in town for business or for pleasure, there’s a hotel to suit your style

Woman uncovers secret "room" under hotel bed in video viewed 4M times

While some viewers had practical explanations for the find, the chilling discovery left many unsettled

A European cruise line has canceled its 2022 around the world cruise due to an 'unavailability of ports'

MSC Cruises attributed the issue to pandemic-related restrictions at ports. Instead, it'll operate two around-the-world cruises in 2023

After long absence, Tampa’s port set for cruise ships’ return this weekend

Royal Caribbean's Serenade of the Seas will carry the first passengers from Port Tampa Bay since March 2020

Celebrity Cruise Ship to Sail from Los Angeles on Pacific Coast Cruises in 2023

Celebrity Cruises to return to offer Pacific Coast cruises with the Celebrity Eclipse cruise ship from Los Angeles in 2023

Royal Caribbean Bringing Back The Key Benefits on Cruises

Royal Caribbean is bringing back The Key and will begin to rollout the program to their cruise ships over the next few months. The first Royal Caribbean

Should you travel during the holidays? Americans struggle with their decision

For Jim Jacobs, deciding to travel during the holidays has always been easy. Normally, he and his wife would fly from Tampa to Los Angeles, where they would enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving dinner with

U.S. to lift curbs from Nov. 8 for vaccinated foreign travelers

The White House will announce on Friday it will lift travel restrictions for fully vaccinated foreign nationals effective Nov. 8, at land borders and for air travel, a White House official said

Why New Orleans is a year-round destination

Known for its tasty cuisine, nightlife and mix of cultures, New Orleans makes for a year-round tourist destination

The World's Highest Infinity Pool Is Coming to Dubai — With 360-degree Views of the City

Dubai has no shortage of mind-blowing attractions that are unique to the ever-luxe destination. From its human-made islands and lavish theme parks to its famous skyscrapers and five-star hotels, the city has

3 Golf Courses to Visit This Fall and Winter

Mild weather draws players to Sand Hollow, Streamsong Black, Lake Oconee's Great Waters. See what these courses in Georgia, Florida and Utah have to offer

Are ‘nature positive’ trips the next step in ethical tourism?

This sustainable approach to travel aims to ensure every aspect of your trip does more good than harm, writes Lucy Thackray

7 of the Best Safari Experiences in Africa, According to a Travel Expert

After traveling to Africa dozens of times on safari, I have been asked, as founder of luxury travel group Indagare, to pick a favorite lodge more times than I can count. It is truly impossible for me to choose just one

Canada Travel Industry Calls For PCR Testing To Be Scrapped At Border

The travel industry is calling on the government to scrap it the PCR testing requirement for Americans to enter Canada by land

Anwar El Sadat Becomes President of Egypt

On this day in 1970, Anwar El Sadat became the third President of Egypt. He was installed in office and served until October 6, 1981 when he was assassinated. He succeeded Gamal Abdel Nasser and modernized Egypt's role in the western world. Multi-party elections were instituted and he made

Four destinations that feel like geologic theme parks

In Hawaii, Iceland, Arizona and Maine, travelers can find Earth's geologic wonders on display

Author Nadia Wassef on Life as a Cairo Bookseller: Women Who Travel Podcast

“Bookstores typically have been a place where I escape myself—and [a place where] I find a new self,” says this week's podcast guest, Nadia Wassef. “I feel like I walk in there and the world is open to me

Wolf Creek to open first for skiing; here's when other Colorado resorts plan to open

Wolf Creek Ski Area announced it will open Saturday, the first resort in Colorado to open for the upcoming ski season.

Where is hot in January? Top New Year sun holiday destinations

Fancy jetting off now travel is back on?

7 Exciting New Hotels, Companies, and Tours Coming to Travel This Fall

From new private jet offerings courtesy of TCS World Travel to Virgin Voyages setting sail and Travel+Leisure debuting their new subscription services, these are the travel experiences to keep on your radar this year.

The biggest travel trends of 2022, according to experts

The top post-pandemic travel trends, according to those in the know

The luxury cruise liner putting travel back on the agenda with trips and offers | International | Travel

Travellers booking between 1 October and 1 November 2021 can save up to 20% on voyages between 26 October 2021 and 31 December 2022. You can also save on airfares and benefit from free room upgrades

Haunted US hotels you can stay at this Halloween

If you're looking for somewhere to visit this Halloween, check out one of these haunted hotels.

Royal Caribbean cancels Australia 2021-2022 cruise season

While cruises have been able to restart in the United States and Europe, Australia will have to wait another year for cruise ships to return....

Air France To Launch More Flights To The U.S.

Following the easing of restrictions between the two countries, Air France has revealed it will increase its US frequencies.

The biggest travel trends of 2022, according to experts

The top post-pandemic travel trends, according to those in the know

Hilton Looks To Dominate Las Vegas With Resorts World

The company debuts its largest property worldwide on the Strip.

Ways Travel Companies Are Attracting 60+ Women Travelers

Do you think that an exclusive and inclusive vacation resort in the Caribbean is the height of travel pleasure for women over the age of 60?

Aggressor Adventures Consumer Travel Index Forecasts the Rise of Outdoor Adventure Travel

Aggressor Adventures announces the results of its bi-monthly Consumer Travel Index, which spotlights adventure travel and tracks consumer sentiments.

The Battle of Hastings

On October 14th in the year 1066, a battle took place in England that in many ways determined the course of the next 1,000 years of western history. The army of Duke William of Normandy of France fought the English Army of King Harold II

Thailand to allow some vaccinated tourists to bypass quarantine

Thailand has taken another step toward fully reopening to tourism by allowing fully vaccinated visitors from a handful of approved countries to bypass quarantine from November 1.

Ireland Is Welcoming Back Tourists With Travel Packages and Round-trip Flights From $359

If you've been itching for a vacation, Ireland is calling for Americans to "Press the Green Button" and book a getaway.

Glasgow to improve cycling infrastructure with 270km active travel network

Every home in Glasgow will be within at least 800m from segregated cycle lanes

Adventure And Nature Travel Recovering Faster Than Mass Travel: Nine Top Examples

Adventure travel is expected to recover about three to four years before mass travel – and grow more rapidly.

Three Celebrity Cruise Ships to Sail Alaska for the 2023 Summer Season

Celebrity Cruises announces that three cruise ships will sail Alaska for the 2023 Summer season. Cruises will begin in May and run through mid-September.

Virgin Voyages hopes to draw cruise newbies like me

I joined our principal cruise writer Gene Sloan on the "MerMaiden Voyage" of Scarlet Lady, the long-awaited first official sailing from Virgin Voyages

Book your flights now, travel consultants say

When walking through the Sioux Falls Regional Airport, you could tell that travelers are stressed and tired.

How Italy's high-speed trains helped kill Alitalia

Alitalia closes on October 14, but Italy's high-speed trains, the Frecce and Italo networks, are set to increase their passenger numbers.

Phoenix woman says travel website lost her 'guaranteed' hotel reservation

After reserving a room, Hotels.com sent Golis a confirmation email saying her reservation was guaranteed and that she could pay the $510 bill on arrival.

10 New Luxe Hotels Opening in the US This Fall, From Napa to New York

Whether you're looking for a sleek city retreat or a cushy ski hub, you'll find it on this list.

US will re-open Canadian and Mexican borders to fully vaccinated visitors

The United States plans to ease restrictions on travel for fully vaccinated visitors from Canada and Mexico starting in early November, relaxing bans that have been in place for more than 18 months, according to senior administration officials.

U.S. travelers are back in the saddle again. But they've adapted to a new reality

The U.S. travel industry is rebounding after taking massive hits early in the pandemic. But Americans are making different choices now, such as staying closer to home and choosing rural destinations.

The Knights Templar

In the year 1307 AD, October 13th fell on a Friday. King Philip IV of France was deeply in debt to the powerful religious order, the Knights Templar.

Beyond Times Square Launches New Christmas Tour in Philadelphia

Beyond Times Square (BTSQ), a New York City-based leading luxury travel service company, announces the launch of their newest holiday offering - The Sights and Sounds of Christmas in Philadelphia.

Thailand postpones reopening of Chiang Mai, Bangkok and more destinations to November

Thailand's sandbox program will now be extended to five more regions, including Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Chon Buri, Phetchaburi and Prachuap Khiri Khan in November.

9 hiking destinations to see the best fall foliage in Maine

Autumn is the perfect time to hike in Maine, so check out some of these particularly beautiful trails.

10 Breathtaking Beach Destinations Around the World - Pursuitist

The beach is a fantastic destination no matter what time of year. Whether you are escaping cold temperatures or want to enjoy your summer to the fullest, there's a vacation spot for you.

The Ultimate Guide to Pennsylvania's Best Fall Foliage Destinations

Whether you want to stay within city limits or journey five hours to a 600-foot-tall suspended walkway for panoramic views, we've got you covered with the best places to find fall foliage in Pennsylvania.

Cruise ships will return to San Francisco with a record 127 port calls expected in 2022

The return comes after a 19-month cruise hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

I've sailed on 7 cruises in North America and Europe

Here's what I've learned. Cruise ships may finally be operating again in much of the world. But not everything about cruising is back to normal.

Southwest canceled more than 2,000 weekend flights and the disruption continues

The long weekend got a bit longer for Southwest customers after the airline canceled more than 2,000 flights Friday through Sunday.

High Rental Car Prices Expected to Last until 2022, at Least

There could be a seasonal price spike coming for the holiday season, and customers can expect to see rental cars staying in service longer than they used to.

Special Luxury Hotels In Italy To Know About For 2022

These family-owned luxury properties, ranging from the Alps to Amalfi and Sardinia, part of the newly expanded Autentico collection, want to help you have an unforgettable stay.

If you're looking for a hotel deal, it might pay to wait until the last minute

NerdWallet studied hotel rates worldwide from 2019 to 2021 and found it can pay to wait to book until two weeks before arrivals as compared to months before.

Why you should you get travel insurance for your holiday trip

Lori Judd knows a lot about planning vacations. She's been planning successful trips and getaways for nearly three decades. The longtime, licensed agent

The Hurdles To Traveling Internationally Right Now, According To Our Experts

From jumping through hoops to added expenses, here's what international travel is like right now, according to our experts.

What Is Trip Stacking? Everything to Know Before Trying This Travel Trend

People are double booking their vacations to combat COVID-19 cancellations. Find out more about this travel trend here.

Christopher Columbus

On this day in 1492, the expedition of explorer Christopher Columbus's made landfall in the Caribbean, specifically in The Bahamas.

Top 5 Destinations In Mexico To Visit This Winter

During winter in Mexico, you'll find cozy towns and cities, as well as natural spaces to enjoy a vacation without extreme heat and with a lot of relaxation and fun, depending on whether you want to rest or practice adventure sports.

The 12 Best Small Towns in Canada

These delightful small towns in Canada offer exciting outdoor adventures, delicious farm-to-table restaurants, charming shops, and more.

Walt Disney World's 50th anniversary: See historical pics and how WDW is celebrating

Walt Disney World Resort opened on October 1, 1971. And on its 50th anniversary, it continues to be a major force in the travel world. Take look back at its history and what's ahead with the celebrations.

The 10 Best Affordable Destinations for Winter Travel

A guide to affordable winter travel destinations within the United States that won't break the bank and even drop significantly in price during the months of December and January.

Cruise Ships Continue to Visit Destinations Despite CDC Level 4 Travel Notices

Why are cruise lines ignoring the travel notices issued by the CDC to avoid all travel to a specific country?

8 Magical Christmas Market River Cruises You Can Still Book For This Year

Taking a river cruise around the holidays means you get to experience timeless traditions, like European Christmas markets.

7 Mistakes to Avoid When Going Through Airport Security

Avoid these common mistakes when going through airport security for a smooth, stress-free travel experience.

Pent-up travel demand could lead to holiday headaches

Book now, experts warn, as consumers plan to hit the skies

U.S. travelers are back in the saddle again. But they've adapted to a new reality

The U.S. travel industry is rebounding after taking massive hits early in the pandemic. But Americans are making different choices now, such as staying closer to home and choosing rural destinations.

10 of Britain's best clifftop hotels

Spectacular rooms with seaside views. Year after year, people return to the Dru, perched on a spectacular cliff’s edge with stunning views overlooking St Brides Bay

The best hotels near Times Square

An expert guide to the best hotels near Times Square in New York City, featuring luxury and affordable hotel options close to Times Square.

Saturday Night Live

On this date in 1975, Saturday Night Live had its debut as a contemporary comedy variety show for NBC. The cast showcased unknown talents and included

Southwest canceled more than 2,000 weekend flights and the disruption continues

The long weekend got a bit longer for Southwest customers after the airline canceled more than 2,000 flights Friday through Sunday.

India to allow tourists for first time in 18 months

After emerging from one of the worst spikes in Covid cases in the world, India says it is to begin granting tourist visas for foreign visitors.

The world's five safest cities post-pandemic

Cities across the world have had to rethink security in the face of the Covid-19 pandemic. h\Here are the ones doing it well.

5 things you need to do early this year for holiday travel - The Points Guy

As we approach the second year of pandemic-style holiday travel, the best advice I can give is to consider doing your travel-related tasks sooner rather than

Travel 2022 - 10 Best Trips For Next Year And Your Post-COVID Vacations

Life is short. After 2 years of limited travel, many are eager to get back out and see the world, and because no one knows what the future holds, you may want to move your dream trips up - to 2022.

Mississippi River cruises bringing hundreds of tourists, dollars to the Quad Cities

Tourism also brings dollars back into the city after the pandemic forced many attractions to close.

COULD KEY WEST COMPROMISE ON CRUISE SHIPS? - Florida Keys Weekly Newspapers

City lawmakers changed the course of Key West's cruise ship conversation on Oct. 5, ideas that had been raised by some business owners 19 months ago.

Travel experts say you should book holiday flights ASAP if you haven't. Here are 4 top tips before booking.

Experts say the best time to book holiday travel was months ago but you can still find cheap flight deals and take advantage of flexible policies now.

Video Airlines expect travel surge around holidays

United Airlines plans to fly 3,500 domestic flights in December as the company expects travel to return to near pre-pandemic passenger levels.

7 In 10 U.S. Flyers Want A Vaccine Mandate For Domestic Air Travel, Per Survey

There's mounting evidence that a lack of a vaccine mandate may be hurting the airline industry.

Could hotels become the new hubs for hybrid work? - The Real Deal National

The past 18 months have blurred the line between home and office as kitchen tables become boardrooms and closets become offices. Remote employees have carved out pieces of their homes to create workspaces wherever they could. Hybrid workplaces must adapt

Major Hotels Are Going All-In On All-Inclusive Resorts

While airlines seem to have scrapped all complimentary amenities beyond a cup of water and a tiny pack of pretzels, the biggest names in the hotel...

Travel Insurance for a Mexico Vacation

Here's what you should consider to protect yourself in case of illness or injury when you travel to Mexico.

Americans fearful of holiday travel choose to stay closer to home

Short term rentals have become more popular for travelers who want to avoid large crowds on flights.

The Great Chicago Fire

The Great Chicago Fire burned from the evening on Sunday, October 8 to the early morn on Tuesday, October 10, 1871. Legend has it that the fire started in a shed owned by Catherine O'Leary

You No Longer Need a Reservation to Visit Yosemite National Park

Spontaneous travelers can now add Yosemite National Park back to their list of destination options. While reservations to enter the park had been required since May 21, 2021, they're no longer necessary

CLEAR is one of the best ways to skip airport lines, and it's easier to sign up than TSA PreCheck

Here's everything to know about how CLEAR airport security works, how much it costs, where it's available, our review, and deals on free trials.

How to Plan the Perfect Road Trip

Plan your next road trip with this step-by-step guide, including road trip ideas around the world, packing tips, entertainment suggestions, and more.

Carnival cruises from Charleston returning in January

The Carnival Sunshine is one of the latest ship restarts the company has announced it its plan to return its full fleet sailing from U.S. homeports by the spring of 2022.

Planning a Cruise? Here's What You Need to Know

Cruise ships have returned to the Port of San Diego. As passengers board once again, they may notice some changes on their voyage.

Mysterious ancient ruins that captivate the imagination

Discover some of the world's most mysterious places on Earth, including the pyramids of Egypt, Stonehenge, and beyond, and learn why these ruins still puzzle experts.

Vietnam to fully reopen by June 2022

Vietnam is planning to reopen key tourist destinations to vaccinated visitors from countries deemed a low COVID-19 risk from December, the government said on Wednesday, October 6, ahead of a full resumption targeted for June next year.

Overseas visitors urged to embrace 'slow travel' in new campaign to bring them back to Scotland

Scotland has kick-started efforts to woo international visitors back with the launch of a campaign aimed at persuading them to embrace "slow travel."

Airlines warn erratic global COVID-19 rules could delay recovery

Global airlines on Tuesday wrapped up their first meeting since COVID-19 brought their industry to its knees, voicing optimism about pent-up demand but desperate for governments to harmonize disjointed border rules to avoid slipping back into recession.

5 Easy Ways to Get Free Hotel Rooms

The majority of people would love to travel more, but the cost of travel often holds them back. Hotel rooms can be a major travel expense, so it pays to learn how to get free hotel rooms or secure significant discounts. Here are some of our favorite tips to get free hotel rooms for your …

The Best Hotels in the World: 2021 Readers' Choice Awards

These are the 50 best hotels in the world, as voted by you, our readers, in this year's Readers' Choice Awards.

How Travel Empowers Women: Travelers and Locals!

When you travel on a learning program, you enrich your life. But did you know that you can also support and empower local women?

They gave her $100,000 for Disney World, Caribbean vacations. She never paid them back.

During this time, prosecutors say, Lisa Stevens took approximately $111,000 from those victims who used her as their travel agent only to be scammed

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Founded

Founded on October 7, 1919, was the KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, the oldest airline in the world operating under its original name… Travel Research Online

Start booking those 2022 vacation days: Southwest offering 40% off Hawaii tickets

Southwest Airlines is offering 40% off Hawaii flights in a bid to jumpstart vacation bookings after the holidays

United’s CEO Remains Confident About Flight Demand Post-COVID

United Airlines has stood out for taking a path much less trodden during the COVID pandemic. While competitors raced to retire older widebodies, United held on to its fleet

Hawaiian expects Asia-Pacific demand to return quickly

Hawaiian Airlines intends to restore much of its service to the Asia-Pacific region this year as countries around the Pacific Rim begin dismantling their coronavirus-driven mobility restrictions

NYC Mandating Severance Pay for Workers of Shuttered Hotels

New York City is requiring large hotels that closed or had mass layoffs during the COVID pandemic to give severance pay to their workers if they don't

With ‘Landscape Hotels,’ Luxury Nature Resorts Go Ultra Modern

From Norway to the Catskills, wilderness lodges are losing their rough edges, re-emerging as high-design havens engineered to maximize the scenery

Top 30 Hotels in New York City: Readers' Choice Awards 2021

Condé Nast Traveler readers rate their top hotels in the Big Apple

Jamaica Receives Positive Cruise Updates From Royal Caribbean and Carnival

Jamaica is eagerly preparing for the resumption of cruise calls by Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines beginning in November as well as 110+ planned cruise ship visits from October through April 2022 by Carnival Cruise Lines

Norwegian Cruise Line set to launch full fleet by April for first time since pandemic no-sail orders, CEO says

Norwegian Cruise Lines CEO Frank Del Rio said his full fleet of 28 ships will resume service by April 1 for the first time since the Covid pandemic began

MSC Receives Green Light to Restart in Brazil and South Africa

MSC Cruises has confirmed its winter 2021 season in Brazil, following the green light from the local health authority for the resumption of cruise sailings

Costa Cruises Rebrands With New Logo and Experiences

Costa Cruises rebrands with new experiences focused on cuisine, tours, and sustainability, along with a new logo

U.S. State Department Issues 16 New Travel Advisories For October

The United States has issued several more travel advisory updates as it continues to ensure US citizens are safe abroad

The Best Cities in the World: 2021 Readers' Choice Awards

Each year, readers weigh in on their favorite international cities, big and small, and it’s always exciting to witness which trending locales can rise to the top and compete with the old stalwarts

Thailand Planning to Charge a Tourist Fee in 2022

Thailand will look to impose a tourism fee next year, intended to subsidize tourism-related projects

New Zealand adding vaccination requirement as it prepares to reopen its international borders

New Zealand will add a vaccine mandate for international travelers next month. But don't pack your bags for Auckland quite yet; the country doesn't plan to reopen its borders to most international travel until at least 2022

Top 6 Outdoor Adventures to Experience in Costa Rica

An exciting list of six wonderful destinations for visitors to enjoy when they visit the stunning country of Costa Rica

Council Post: Three Reasons Why Tech And Travel Go Hand In Hand In 2021 And Beyond

Tech will continue to influence and create new trends in accommodation, travel and lifestyle

How Points Can Make a Difference When Booking (and Changing) Pandemic Travel

If you’ve traveled even a little bit, you’ve probably heard the term “points” tossed around and may wonder what the heck people are talking about. Travel points are incentives you earn in a number of different ways

What we know — and don’t — about traveling with young unvaccinated children this holiday season

Families with unvaccinated children got a bit of good news earlier this year when the U.S. Food and Drug Administration authorized COVID-19 vaccines for

First Humpback Whale Of The Season Spotted Off Hawaii's Coast

Humpback whales frequent the Hawaiian Islands, but usually beginning in November. The first one was already seen in October

Agent Career still appeals amid Fluctuating Travel Demand

FRAMINGHAM, MA, October 4, 2021 – The Travel Institute is reporting a 36% increase in TRIPKIT introductory training applicants this year over the same period during 2020. This influx of new students includes teachers, nurses, and individuals in other travel-related occupations as agent careers remain attractive despite fluctuations in travel demand and changing industry norms

Jason Lewis Completes His Journey

Little recognized by most people, October 6, 2007 Jason Lewis became the first human to circumnavigate the planet entirely under his own power, using no motors and no sails. A British native, Jason Lewis was born in 1967 in Yorkshire, England. He left Greenwich in July, 1994 on his Expedition 360. Using a wooden pedal boat to cross both the

Southwest Airlines says staff must be vaccinated against Covid by Dec. 8 under federal rules

Southwest Airlines is the latest carrier to require employees to be vaccinated under new federal guidelines

Airlines deepen climate goal despite Chinese opposition

Global airlines agreed on Monday to step up plans to tackle climate change as they face mounting pressure from regulators and environmental groups over the impact of billions of extra passengers expected to take to the skies in coming decades

Alaska Airlines Will Pay Staff $200 To Upload Their Vaccine Certificate By December 1st

Following an Executive Order issued by the federal government requiring that all federal contractors have their staff vaccinated amid the pandemic, Alaska Airlines is mobilizing its workers to obtain vaccination certificates

Top European Airlines Report Significant Increase in Passenger Numbers in September

With the facilitation of entry restrictions by a large share of countries worldwide this summer, passenger numbers have marked a significant increase in September, particularly for Ryanair Holdings PLC and Wizz Air Holdings PLC. Ryanair flew a total of 10.6 million passengers in September, according to

Galataport Istanbul’s New Cruise Terminal Welcomes First Ship

Galataport Istanbul has welcomed its first ship, the SeaDream II. Approximately 150 passengers and crew from Bulgaria Varna arrived at 10 a.m. local time on

Cruise Ships See MAJOR Improvement in Battle Against COVID

While the Delta variant continues to impact the United States, there are signs that it is abating after cases hit a recent peak. The same thing appears to be happening with cruise ships. Over the course of September, ships tracked by the CDC showed a dramatic improvement

MSC Cruises to Offer Northern European Winter Sailings

MSC Cruises introduces a Northern Europe itinerary for the winter season with the MSC Magnifica cruise ship

Cruise Critic detects return to pre-Delta booking momentum

Cruise Critic reports September cruise bookings trending 60% above August levels, before Delta variant

You might not know Sonesta hotels but they're about to be everywhere

If you haven’t heard of Sonesta hotels yet, get ready. These properties might soon be springing up in destinations around the U.S. as the brand opens up franchising opportunities across the country

Top 20 Hotels in Greece & Turkey: Readers' Choice Awards 2021

Condee Nast Traveler readers rate their top hotels in Greece & Turkey. This outpost of the legendary Raffles brand is located in the Zorlu Center

Expert Hotel Concierges Share Their 2021 Holiday Travel Tips

In a travel year unlike any other, with hotels and flights filling and rental cars in high demand, travel this holiday season may be poised to set records - which, according to two of Hilton's most

U.S. Pushing Singapore to Let American Visitors Enter Freely

American officials are pushing the Singapore government to open a travel lane so visitors from the U.S. can enter the city-state with the same sort of freedoms travelers from Singapore get in the U.S.

6 American Wine Vacations to Take This Season

From Vermont to Washington, these domestic wine getaways are calling your name

First Televised Presidential Address

On October 5, 1947, President Harry Truman made the first presidential address broadcast by television. In 1947, however, only a few thousand Americans had televisions. Therefore most Americans did not watch the event, but listened to it on radio. Truman's broadcast asked the American people to

From the Caribbean to the Alps: Six new destinations deemed 'very high' risk

The alpine nation of Austria and the Caribbean island of Barbados were deemed "very high" risk travel destinations on Monday by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Bali welcomes some international flights back, but American tourists still have to wait

Indonesia plans to reopen the airport in the resort island of Bali for international flights on Oct. 14, after closing it for more than a year because of the COVID-19 pandemic

Top 10 Hidden Gem Winter Getaways In The U.S.

From snowy mountain retreats to sunny beaches, here are 10 lesser known towns you'll want to visit this winter

Traveling to Hawaii: What COVID restrictions remain in place this month

These statewide limitations will remain in place until October 18 unless a new order is issued

JPMorgan bans business travel for unvaccinated U.S. employees - memo

JPMorgan Chase & Co said on Monday it will restrict business travel for U.S. employees who are unvaccinated or have not disclosed their vaccination status to the bank, according to an internal memo seen by Reuters

Airlines increase winter flights ready for France-US November travel

Airlines increase winter flights ready for France-US November travel

Editor’s Letter: How Our Readers Found Joy Through Travel This Year

See your favorite destinations and places to stay in the 2021 Readers' Choice Awards

Spirit Airlines says jet fire caused by 'large bird' flying into engine

Passengers appeared to leave the plane using an emergency slide, video posted online appeared to show

16 European airlines agree to faster passenger refunds for canceled flights

You might be eligible for a faster refund if you had a flight canceled during the COVID-19 pandemic

Why superbusiness minisuites are the future of luxury flying

When post-pandemic air travel resumes, international first class will be very nearly a thing of the past. In its place is a new generation of superbusiness minisuites, more spacious than regular business class

Delta Adds Direct Flights from Boston to Athens

Delta, one of the major US airlines, announced on Saturday that it will be adding direct flights from Boston to Athens, Greece to its routes

Eight Cruise Ships in for Refurbs at Navantia in Cadiz

With cruise restart accelerating around the globe, the drydock frenzy continues to keep shipyards busy. Popular among the cruise lines, the Navantia Shipyard in Cadiz, Spain, reached a milestone in September as the facility received eight vessels at the same time, including four Carnival Cruise Line and

A Big Caribbean Presence at Miami's Seatrade Cruise Conference

There was no bigger presence at this past week’s Seatrade cruise industry conference in Miami than that of the Caribbean. The collection of Caribbean cruise ports was the liveliest, most energetic center of the show, which is

Puerto Vallarta expected to receive 14 cruise ships in October

Next Monday will begin the arrival of 14 cruise ships to Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, according to the Integral Port

American Queen Steamboat Company Adding Alaska, Central America Voyages In 2022

The cruise company, now American Queen Voyage, has long been known for its river cruises on the Mississippi, Ohio, and Tennessee Rivers

The Tribune Hotel in Rome Reopens Under The JdV by Hyatt Brand

Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced today the opening of the first JdV by Hyatt branded hotel in Italy - The Tribune Hotel. The newly renovated upscale property, operated by AG Group's AG Hotels, features 52 unique bedrooms

The Most Luxurious Saint Barth Hotels to Book for the Gourmet Festival

These are the top Saint Barth hotels to book for a glamorous stay on the picturesque island

Hilton Launches First DoubleTree by Hilton in Malaysia's Putrajaya

Hilton, today announced the opening of DoubleTree by Hilton Putrajaya Lakeside, its first DoubleTree by Hilton hotel in Putrajaya. Owned by Indaman Putrajaya Sdn Bhd, the 290-room hotel is managed by Hilton

Covid: Amber list scrapped as travel rules simplified

The changes will make it easier and cheaper for people to travel abroad, industry groups say

Top 8 Sunny Destinations Open For American Tourists This Winter

Here's a look at some of the top travel destinations around the world for Americans chasing some sun this winter

The Philippines has thousands of islands — here’s a guide to 6 of them

At first glance, the more than 7,100 islands that make up the Philippines may appear to be similar. Those islands — of which some 2,000 are inhabited

Can You Buy Travel Insurance at the Last Minute?

Here's what you need to know if you don't purchase insurance at the time you book your next big trip

Best Travel Destinations for Solo Female Travelers -

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What Happens If You Get COVID-19 While Traveling Internationally?

What happens if you test positive for COVID-19 while traveling - or if you get sick while abroad? Here's what you need to know

Poland prepares to pounce on its tourism sector

Poland is turning into an ideal destination for those young travelers that haven't been able to experience quarantine-free travel for nearly two years

Travelers eligible to visit New Zealand will need to be vaccinated from November

New Zealand will require all eligible international arrivals to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 before entering the country from November 1, as the government tests a new approach to maintaining the pandemic amid a surge in Delta-driven infections

On the trail of Italy's newest cycling route, hidden between the Dolomites and Lake Garda

Aimed at enthusiasts, not experts, this new route in northern Italy is perfect for a crowd-free pedal-powered autumn adventure

Hatley Castle Also Happens To Be Charles Xavier's School In 'X-Men', And You Can Visit

Hatley Castle set the stage for many a major motion picture but in reality, it's just a fascinating place to visit, in general

Sputnik

On October 4th, 1957, the Soviet Union launched the first Earth-orbiting man-made satellite. Sputnik I was the first in a series of satellites in the Sputnik program. Caught off-guard by the speed with which the Soviets launched, Sputnik ignited a race in space within the context of the Cold War between the United States and the USSR. With Sputnik, the world

Host Agency Reviews Launches Review Integrity Initiative

HAR's Review Integrity initiative will bolster the measures already in place to eliminate fraudulent reviews

Disney World Opens

Walt Disney World Resort opened on this date near Orlando, Florida in 1971. As the largest recreational resort in the world, Walt Disney World Resort now consists of four theme parks, two waterparks and 28 resorts. Walt Disney began looking for an appropriate location as early as 1959. Unhappy with the many businesses that

SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS AND EMIRATES REACTIVATE PARTNERSHIP TO BOOST CONNECTIVITY AND EXPAND CUSTOMER OPTIONS IN AFRICA

Airline reaffirms partnership with SAA to jointly deliver a better customer proposition as part of commitment to growing presence in South Africa

Asia is slowly reopening to travelers. Here’s where you can go

Thailand is open with restrictions while Bali remains closed to U.S. visitors.While many of Americans’ favorite international tourism destinations across Europe, Africa and the Caribbean have reopened (albeit with fits and starts), most of Asia remains largely closed to leisure travelers

Cobá Is Mexico’s Most Impressive Destination For Off-The-Beaten-Path Travel

Ancient Mayan ruins, world-class hospitality, and fascinating wildlife await visitors to this remote town

Walt Disney World opened 50 years ago today -- see historical pics and how WDW is celebrating

It changed acres and acres of orange groves. It changed Orlando. It changed Florida. It changed an already legendary company. And it changed the entire theme park industry

Top 10 cheapest getaways in Europe for USA residents (new survey)

At their lowest level since 2016 are the prices of air tickets for USA residents who want to travel to Europe. Among the cities that saw the prices of air tickets fall sharply is Athens in Greece, while the same list includes popular tourist destinations such as Madrid, Barcelona, ​​Rome, Helsinki, Milan and Dublin

JetBlue revamps website to avoid confusion with new partner American Airlines

JetBlue is revamping its website to highlight services like free Wi-Fi and extra legroom to reduce confusion with its new partner American Airlines

Major EU airlines agree to refund passengers after pandemic flight cancellations

A group of European airlines agreed on Thursday to refund passengers whose flights were cancelled during the COVID-19 pandemic, and committed to provide better information on passengers' rights in future

American Airlines passenger jumps onto wing of plane in Miami

An American Airlines passenger opened the plane emergency door shortly after it landed at Miami International Airport and jumped onto the wing, officials said

Some airlines may scrap business class entirely to make room for more 'premium economy' seats, a report says

Lufthansa told Bloomberg that, for airlines, premium-economy seats are around 40% more profitable per square foot than business class

These 10 Five-star Hotels Around the World Cost Less Than $40 Per Night

From Indonesia to Thailand, these high-end hotels combine five-star service with surprisingly low rates

Book this, not that: Ski hotels edition

Snow is already lightly falling on the mountains, which can mean only one thing: Ski season is almost here

4 of the Most Haunted Hotels in the South

The South has always been home to great storytellers. We grow up on tales passed down from generation to generation, getting bigger and better with each retelling. Perhaps that’s, in part, why the South is also home to the wildest, most haunting ghost stories

Australia plans to open its borders for its own vaccinated citizens to travel

Travel restrictions that have trapped most Australians and permanent residents at home over the past 18 months would be removed when 80% of the population aged 16 and older were fully vaccinated

EU Travel Ban: Which Countries Are Open To Americans, Vaccinated Or Not? Country-By-Country Guide For October

Ironically, as the U.S. is set to open its borders to EU and U.K. travelers, Americans are subject to more European travel restrictions in October than was the case one month ago. This is a country-by-country guide to testing, quarantine and vaccination requirements for 31 countries

Top 10 Things To Do In Zion National Park

From viewing wildlife to camping, here are the top 10 things to do in Zion National Park for your next trip

Why climate change is making it harder for leaf peepers to chase fall foliage

Droughts that cause leaves to turn brown and wither before they can reach peak color. Heat waves prompting leaves to fall before autumn even arrives. Extreme weather events like hurricanes that strip trees of their leaves altogether

Carnival Cruise Line Adds 2nd Cruise to Greenland After First Sold Out in 24 Hours

Last week, Carnival Cruise Line unveiled a unique two week cruise to Greenland from Baltimore in 2023. The cruise was so popular that it sold out in 24 hours

Expedition cruising emerges, from the holy grail Antarctica to Panama and beyond

Expedition cruising recovering region by region from pandemic with new ships and more travelers seeking authenticity and deeper experiences

Third P&O Cruises Ship to Resume International Sailing

P&O Cruises’ Ventura is resuming operations on Oct. 3 as it sets sail for the Canary Islands. According to a press release, half of the P&O Cruises fleet is now in service as the Ventura joins the Iona and Britannia, both of which

Meet the Blogger Destigmatizing Mental Illnesses Through Travel

While traveling with her dad through Canada's British Columbia and Alberta in the summer of 2018, Meggie Tran, a world traveler since her first plane ride

Millions of travelers rated the 'world's best' airlines. Here's what they chose

This year’s rankings are based on more than 13 million customer survey responses, judging 356 airlines on areas like online booking and check-in processes, friendliness of airline staff, seat comfort and the

United Airlines Set To Terminate Nearly 600 Employees For Refusing To Get Vaccinated

The airline announced on Tuesday that it would start processing the termination of 593 employees, nearly two months after informing workers about the new policy

Another new pandemic airline: What travelers need to know about Aha and its $49 flights to Reno/Tahoe

Aha, focusing on flights to and from Reno-Tahoe, is the reincarnation of ExpressJet, which shut down in 2020 after it lost a contract with United

Southwest Airlines Just Revealed a New Disney-themed Plane and Magical Vacation Giveaway

Southwest Airlines just unveiled a commemorative custom-designed plane to mark Walt Disney World's 50th anniversary

The Best Hotels in London For Your Next English Adventure

Searching for the best hotels in London? From Claridge's to the new NoMad London, here are some of our favorite places to stay in the city

15 Romantic Honeymoon Hotels in Savannah, Georgia

Looking for a great hotel, inn, or B&B for your Savannah, Georgia honeymoon? Here are the 15 most romantic options

Disney Adding In-Room Concierge to ALL Resort Hotels

Walt Disney World Resort is adding in-room concierge service to all of its Resort hotels via a partnership with Amazon Alexa. Details inside

63% of Greece's Accommodation & Hotels Were Occupied in September, Minister Says

Occupancy in accommodation and hotels in Greece reached 63 per cent from September 12 until September 19, the figures published by the country’s Minister of Tourism, Vassilis Kikilias, have revealed

This new cruise line is already sailing at full capacity after successful debut

Luxury adventure small-ship cruise line Atlas Ocean Voyages is one of the first cruise lines to sail at full capacity after the successful August debut of its

Swan Hellenic Confirms Antarctica Cultural Expedition Cruises

Swan Hellenic has confirmed that its inaugural cruises exploring Antarctica will all be sailing as planned following the Argentinian government's

Royal Caribbean to invest in USVI's St. Croix and Crown Bay

Royal Caribbean to develop and invest in US Virgin Islands' St. Croix, Crown Bay St Thomas

Universal Studios Instates Proof of Vaccination and Mask Mandate

Starting Monday, visitors 12 and above must show vaccination cards or a negative covid-19 test taken within 72 hours of visiting

The Best Time—and Ships—for Sailing the Greek Islands

With cooler temperatures and fewer crowds, fall sailings in Greece onboard these cruise ship lines are both more comfortable and more enriching

Adventure And Nature Travel Recovering Faster Than Mass Travel: Nine Top Examples

Get outdoors and enjoy the world when you are ready

Eat, Kayak, Hike, and Horseback Ride Your Way Through Puerto Rico on These 5 Epic Tours

New ways to get to know Puerto Rico, from food to history, by horseback and boat

This Couple Created a Modern Day Greenbook for Seattle

We had dinner with Marlie and Anthony Love, the aggressively adorable couple behind Traveling While Black in Seattle

Valley of Fire State Park: A Day Spent At The Largest And Oldest State Park In Nevada

Nevada's Valley of Fire is truly a spectacular optical illusion, and it's 100% worth seeing

Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupts, lava fountains form in park

One of the most active volcanoes on Earth is erupting on Hawaii's Big Island

Canada Has Reopened to U.S. Travelers—Here’s Everything You Need to Know About Visiting

COVID-19 travel restrictions have been lifted and vaccinated Americans can travel to Canada, here is how to travel to Canada from the U.S. right now

8 ways that getting jabbed gives you the travel edge

From a bigger list of foreign destinations to more access to attractions, here are eight ways fully vaccinated tourists enjoy the travel edge

US Is Set to Open to Europeans in November, But Americans Are Still Strongly Advised to Avoid Travelling to 12 EU/Schengen Countries

While the United States administration has yet to reveal more about its plan to reopen for vaccinated internationals from 33 countries in early November, the US Department of States currently strongly advises Americans to

2 Los Angeles travelers arrested on Kauai for falsified travel documents

Two travelers from Los Angeles were arrested around noon Tuesday for uploading falsified documents into the Hawaii Safe Travels portal in an attempt to avoid the state's travel quarantine requirements

James Dean Dies

Iconic actor James Byron Dean died on this date in 1955 from injuries sustained in a head-on motor vehicle accident. Best know for his role in Rebel Without a Cause, Dean symbolized the rebelliousness of youth for a generation. Although only 24 years old

Nearly 600 United Airlines employees face termination for failing to comply with vaccine mandate

United earlier this month said staff to whom it grants religious or medical exemptions from its vaccine mandate will be placed on temporary unpaid leave

Southwest Airlines Unveils Magical Collaboration With Disney!

Southwest Airlines has unveiled a magical plane in collaboration with Walt Disney World Resort for the 50th anniversary

American Airlines Is Relaunching Flights to This Caribbean Destination

The world's largest airline is relaunching another destination in the Caribbean: the French Caribbean island of Martinique

Spirit Airlines Passenger Goes Viral for Her In-Flight Rap Performance

Jahlaya Hollis, who goes by “Spirit Airlines’ Own,” is getting mixed reactions after performing on a cross-country flight

‘Hey, Disney!’: Amazon’s new voice app lets hotel guests chat to Mickey

Alexa-powered voice assistant will be installed in hotel rooms at Disney resorts and available to purchase to use at home in 2022

The coast with the most – IHG Hotels & Resorts announces five new properties set to open in Coastal France

IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, is expanding its presence in one of its primary markets of France, with four new hotel signings and an exciting opening. Situated on France’s charismatic coastline

Going Greek And Boutique: Two New Small Hotels For Your Next Trip To Athens

Since the economic crisis of 2008, Athens has undergone a creative rebirth, with hoteliers on a tear, rejecting the outdated aesthetic of the Grand Tour Grand Dames to reimagine antique and post-war mid-century buildings into one-of-a kind properties

Google is now marking some hotels as 'eco-certified'

Google is building a feature for travelers to differentiate hotels and resorts that are eco-friendly and have sustainable practices

American Cruise Lines to redesign and rename paddlewheel fleet

American Cruise Lines is to carry out a redesign project on its fleet of four paddlewheel river cruise ships, incorporating elements

2 of the biggest cruise companies specializing in US sailings are merging

Two of the five biggest cruise companies specializing in small-ship voyages in U.S. waters will join together, effective immediately

Seatrade Cruise Awards winners announced

FMC Louis Sola, KfW IPEX Bank Roland Torsten Land, MSC Cruises, Port St. Maarten Seatrade Cruise Awards winners

Norwegian Cruise Line Informs Guests on Requirements for Bermuda Sailings

Norwegian Cruise Line updates guests and travel agents on requirements for cruise visitors on Bermuda sailings

8 Incredible Walking Tours In England

Englands landscape is varied and scenic, with many areas perfect for hiking adventures, both difficult and easy, and guided by experts

Canada Travel Guide: Things to Know About Visiting

Our northern neighbor is welcoming visitors from the U.S. again, but with some restrictions

Traveling the world as gay digital nomads

Ignacio Nieto Carvajal and Miguel Piñas Rodríguez met by chance in a gay bar in Madrid, not long after Nieto Carvajal moved to the Spanish capital for work

Travel experts share how they stay green on-the-go

As extreme weather events become more frequent, it’s clear that our future travel dreams depend on taking action against climate change today. There are several ways to stay green while exploring

Survey: Orlando ranks as most LGBTQ-friendly travel destination in U.S.

According to ParkSleepFly, Orlando is the most LGBTQ-friendly travel destination in the United States. The survey is based on an anti-discrimination score, access to bars, hotel prices and LGBTQ events

Bali Will Reopen To U.S. and UK Travelers in October

The island of Bali will to reopen to tourists from the United States and the United Kingdom this coming October

Top 5 cities in Canada to visit this fall

According to information from Expedia provided to Yahoo Canada, domestic travel trends are showing an increase in interest in city centres, after there was significantly more demand for destinations closer to the great outdoors over the past 18 months

Escape To Aman Venice For A Royal Retreat

Perched in a palazzo on the Grand Canal, Aman Venice offers a royal retreat for art lovers and culture vultures to soak in the floating city

A Complete Guide To Polar Bear-Watching Tours In Manitoba

Polar bear-watching tours are not for the faint of heart and in Manitoba, visitors have several options to choose from

For Panama's Fall Whale-Watching Season, Scientists Offer Tips for Safeguarding These Magnificent Creatures of the Deep

For humpback whales, bottlenose dolphins and coastal manatees, tourism is a mixed bag, making vigilance ever more important

Washington National Cathedral

Construction on the Washington National Cathedral was begun on this date in 1907. Located at Wisconsin and Massachusetts Avenues in Washington, DC, the National Cathedral is a Gothic edifice belonging to the Episcopal Church USA. President Theodore Roosevelt presided

'World's best airline' for 2021 revealed by Skytrax

Singapore Airlines and Japan's All Nippon Airlines take the second and third slots in the annual awards by aviation industry review body Skytrax. Find out which Middle Eastern carrier has been named as the world's best

2 men charged in lost luggage scheme against US airlines

The pair submitted over 180 false claims, requesting over $500,000 in reimbursement

United Airlines Facing Record $1.9 Million Fine For Extended Delays

United Airlines is facing fines after extended delays

Delta quietly cuts its Best Fare Guarantee program

Delta's Best Fare Guarantee program offered a $100 voucher if you found a lower price elsewhere. Going forward, you can still price match, but you won't receive a future travel credit

P&O Cruises releases footage of new ship Arvia's SkyDome

P&O Cruises has released a video that simulates how Arvia’s retractable SkyDome will look on completion, with the ship scheduled to arrive in December 2022

These New Expedition Ships are Changing Cruising as We Know it

This style of expedition cruises comes with some serious perks - without sacrificing a sense of adventure

This Hudson River Cruise Combines Fall Foliage and Oktoberfest Celebrations

New Yorkers, you don't have to make your way to Munich or navigate pandemic travel restrictions to have a memorable Oktoberfest

Cruise Line Partners with Triton Submarines

A cruise line has partnered with Triton Submarines. The sub will be able to dive up to 200 meters and carry up to eight passengers plus the pilot

Hotel Deal: Up to 25 Percent Off Rooms at Ace Hotels This Summer

From Los Angeles to London, save on rooms this summer across seven hotels.

Spend a Whimsical, Art-Filled Weekend at The Maker Hotel

This eleven-room boutique hotel near the Hudson Valley provides a choose-your-own-adventure experience

Hotels Launch New Vacation Offers to Get Disney Fans Back to the Magic

Hotels in Anaheim are bringing Disney fans back to the magic with some new hotel deals for Disneyland Resort vacationers

After a long wait, some of Southeast Asia's most popular islands are reopening to travelers

From Phuket to Singapore, some of Southeast Asia's most popular islands are slowly opening the doors to international travelers again

The Best Vacations for Special Needs Families

These places look to provide a stress-free vacation for all

8 socially-distanced honeymoon ideas that embrace nature

Here are some unique honeymoon ideas you should try, from witnessing wildlife at Masai Mara to cycling in Ireland with your soulmate

Cancun Vs Puerto Vallarta: How To Choose Your Winter Getaway

You have your bathing suit ready and can't wait to get there. You are excited and want to enjoy the hot sun when you travel South. You're as ready and eager for your vacation, and

Norway listed as 'very high' risk for travel after lifting pandemic restrictions

Norway was moved to the highest-risk category of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) list of travel advisories on Monday

5 reasons you should book your holiday travel now

With an influx of travel expected over the holiday season, here are five reasons why you may want to book your travel now

Where can you travel with mixed Covid-19 vaccine doses?

Some have not clarified whether they consider passengers who took two different Covid-19 vaccines to be fully vaccinated

8 Ways to Elevate Your Next Adventure

The next time you head into the outdoors, take your experience up a notch with these creative twists

World Tourism Day: 6 tips for how to be a better traveler

Whether you're traveling to or from the Czech Republic, here's how to leave a smaller footprint while enjoying a more authentic experience

Ongoing Volcanic Eruption in Canary Islands Disrupts Flights — See the Footage

An erupting volcano on Spain's Canary Islands — which boasts some of the most beautiful beaches in the world — disrupted flights over the weekend, closing down the airport and forcing workers to use umbrellas to protect themselves from falling ash

7 Best Things About Visiting Antarctica

Choosing to explore Antarctica is a decision that shouldn't be taken lightly, but if you do, it promises to be an experience of a lifetime

The Norman Invasion

For eight months, the Duke of Normandy's ships were prevented from sailing to England because of unfavorable winds. King Harold of England amassed his army early, but the long wait for the Duke of Normandy's army took its toll. The harvest season meant many of his soldiers needed to return home. His army began to fall apart. On September 27th, the winds

Taliban ask airlines to resume international flights to Afghanistan

The airport, which was damaged during the evacuation, has since been reopened with the assistance of technical teams from Qatar and Turkey

Delta asks other carriers to share "no-fly" lists of unruly passengers

Delta said it has 1,600 passengers on its list and the FAA has received 4,385 reports of unruly behavior this year

British Airways Abandons Low-Cost Airline After Pilots Oppose Plan

British Airways have been forced to abandon plans for a low-cost airline after failing to get the backing of the pilots union

A wine lover's guide to Sicily

While overlooked compared to regions farther north in and around Tuscany, the Sicilia DOC is making strides to strengthen the identity and availability of Sicilian wines

7 Airline Promotions For Bonus Miles, Perks And Elite Status This Fall

Similar to this fall's hotel loyalty promotions, airlines are working hard to encourage fall travel and help loyalty program members gather the miles and points they need to keep or earn coveted elite status. The miles, points and perks will pile up after taking advantage of these seven offers

Panama Is Elevating the Cruise Experience From the Atlantic to the Pacific

From sea to shining sea, Panama is investing in its cruise tourism infrastructure, upgrading facilities to lure cruise lines

7 Cruise Ships That Have Spawned New Lives

As the pandemic continues to exert its influence on the cruise industry, the world's cruise fleet continues to change at an accelerated pace

Disney Cruise Line faces $20M lawsuit over alleged sexual assault of 3-year-old girl

A Vermont couple said their toddler was sexually assaulted by an older child passenger while attending the cruise's daycare facility

Crystal Cruises Restarts Cruising from New York

Crystal Cruises Restarts Cruising from New York

The Major Hotel Brand Now Offering Premium and Luxury Home Rentals

Homes & Villas by Marriott International offers professionally managed luxury vacation rental homes that you can book with points

Marriott Just Opened Its Newest AC Hotel in Punta Cana

Marriott's fast-expanding AC Hotels brand has opened its first-ever hotel in the Dominican Republic tourism destination of Punta Cana

Ireland drops mandatory hotel quarantine

Ireland has dropped its mandatory hotel quarantine (MHQ) requirement for travellers arriving in the country, with effect from 25 September

Bask In the Beauty of Fari Islands At The Patina Maldives Hotel

The Patina Maldives Hotel comprises 90 villas that give you amazing views of the sea and trees with luxurious and modern amenities

Prison hotels set bar high for ‘dark tourism’

Amid lingering lockdowns, we're still looking for the perfect escape

The world's most amazing tours to take in 2022

From Japan during cherry blossom season to the Isles of Scilly with a top nature expert, these are the best tours for 2022

Top 6 Helpful Travel Tips for Your First Visit To Cuba

The island nation of Cuba is a place that many tourists would like to experience. There are many things you need to know before you visit this unique country. Read on to get these helpful travel tips for your first visit to Cuba

The Bronx Zoo: A Guide To Its Best Tours (And Animals)

The Bronx Zoo is a classic New York City must-visit, and it's practically a right of passage - and these tours & events make it even more exciting

5 reasons you might buy travel insurance now - even if you never did before

Flexibility is key, and there are a lot of ways travel insurance can add a necessary layer of protection to your trip planning

Proposed international COVID rules bring hope to Hawaii tourism

An announcement from the Biden administration that it will adopt new international travel policies as soon as Novem­ber won’t immediately fix Hawaii’s global travel slump

Australia plans to reopen international borders by Christmas, but detail is light on

Australians are busting to get overseas, but there is still a lot we do not know about what travel will look like when international borders reopen

New U.S. travel rules close door on those fully vaccinated with Russia's Sputnik V

While millions from Europe and China welcomed the new U.S. rules, for Russia they are a different story

What Does LGBTQ+ Travel of Tomorrow Look Like?

These are the trends that are influencing the future of queer travel

How Can Technology Help To Ensure Safe And Seamless Air Travel?

Travel corridors are starting to open up again, and passenger numbers are heading in the right direction across several regions. Nonetheless, there is still the risk of restrictions returning and operations facing a downturn

This 'Cute and Convenient' Backpack Has a Clever Anti-theft Design

There are so many things to keep in mind when it comes to shopping for a new backpack, but perhaps the most important thing is the bag's purpose. A good everyday backpack needs to be strong, functional but stylish, and ready to

The First Model T

On this day in 1908, the first production Model T automobile left the factory at the Piquette Plant in Detroit, Michigan. Henry Ford's vision for

Delta has banned more than 1,600 unruly passengers. Now, it wants airlines to share ban lists.

The airline said it has reported more than 600 people to the Federal Aviation Administration

2 Hawaiian Airlines flights return to Honolulu airport after unruly passenger incidents

For the second time today, a Hawaiian Airlines flight was diverted back to Honolulu this afternoon due to an incident involving an alleged unruly passenger

These Are the Airlines Most and Least Likely to Lose Your Luggage

Airlines are getting better at handling checked bags, but they still lost or damaged nearly 700,000 pieces of luggage in the first six months of 2021

Southwest Airlines' incoming CEO says carrier will cut flights next year if staffing falls short

Southwest's incoming CEO Bob Jordan vowed not to repeat disruptions over the summer

Report: Hotels reducing carbon footprint

Data from the latest Cornell Hotel Sustainability Benchmarking (CHSB) Index shows that the average carbon footprint of a hotel stay decreased by 3%

The Most Exciting Hotel Openings This Fall, From Oaxaca to Vermont

A chic ski lodge, an eco-retreat at a mezcal distillery, and the long-awaited reopening of a Caribbean grande dame make for great fall getaways

17 Best Hotels in Venice

This freshly restored classic hotel provides the kind of panorama that you dreamt of when planning your Venice trip. Set the scene The stretch of Grand Canal frontage west of St. Mark's square hosts some of

Carnival Cruise Ship Gets Name Change

Carnival Cruise Line has officially changed the name of Carnival Victory to Carnival Radiance as the vessel is in the final stages of a $200 million

New cruise ship to feature world's first free-fall dry slide at sea and a three-level racetrack

Cruise fans in search of high-speed thrills have something to look forward to now that Norwegian Cruise Line has revealed the jaw-dropping amenities onboard its latest ship, the Norwegian Prima

Islands of Tahiti Position to Small and Medium-Sized Cruise Ships

New cruise regulations come into force in French Polynesia from Jan. 1, 2022. According to Tahiti Cruise Club, they are as follows: favor year-round

The 10 best cruise destinations for 2022

The best cruises to book for 2022, from Antarctica to the Rhone River. Here are the best cruises to book around the world

Thailand Postpones Reopening of Popular Cities While Beaches Welcome Tourists - What to Know

The opening of cities like Bangkok and Chiang Mai has been pushed back while beach destinations like Phuket and Ko Samui are welcoming visitors thanks to special travel programs

Planning A January Vacation? Here Are The Best Winter Destinations The U.S. Has To Offer

January holds more charm and allure in the U.S. than many people realize, and these are the best places at which to spend the month

Where to Travel This Fall Based on Your Zodiac Sign

We tapped Astrologer Alice Bell to lend her expertise on travel characteristics each sign should prioritize this fall. Her insights range from choosing to adventure all alone to picking cities that offer heritage and history

Au Naturel: Europe's most beautiful places to visit

Although it is not the biggest of continents, Europe has a lot to lure visitors from across the world. Other than luxurious beaches, limestone cliffs, sleepy little towns, and lavender fields, it also boasts of being home to some of the best mountain views on

Top 6 Places To Visit In Cape Town, South Africa

Six exciting experiences for holiday makers to enjoy when they travel to beautiful Cape Town in South Africa

Norway Travel Restrictions: Government Reveals Plan To Open Border

The Norwegian government today announced a plan to reopen the border as it ends all national coronavirus restrictions

How 'Black & Abroad' and Misterb&b Are Creating New Types of Travel Guides

New travel guides specifically catering to BIPOC and LGBTQ+ travelers are making it easier and safer to travel

How to stay COVID-free on your fall vacation: Plan - and then plan some more

As people plan fall trips, they're keeping an eye on rising COVID case numbers. And they're wondering: How do they keep coronavirus from coming along

Where and how to photograph the aurora

Here our beginner's guide on how to photograph the aurora, which includes the best techniques and camera settings for capturing the Northern Lights

This Ancient City in Spain Is Like A Tapas-Filled Fairytale

Oh, and the tapas are often free

The First National Monument

The 1859 Yellowstone Expedition first reported the find of an amazing rock formation, known by local Native Americans as the "Bear's Lodge". On September 24, 1906, President Theodore Roosevelt proclaimed Devils Tower, Wyoming the first National Monument of the United States. The tower is

SOUTH AFRICAN ARIWAYS TAKES OFF TODAY WITH FLIGHTS FROM JOHANNESBURG TO CAPE TOWN SIGNALS RESUMPTION OF DOMESTIC SERVICES

Johannesburg, South Africa (23 September 2021) - Following months of preparation after exiting business rescue, South African Airways (SAA) resumes both domestic and regional Africa service. The carrier’s first scheduled flight is an early morning take-off from OR Tambo International in Johannesburg to Cape Town International on September 23rd and is one of three return flights per day between the two cities. Flights are also set to start to five African capitals - Accra, Kinshasa, Harare, Lusaka, and Maputo. SAA’s Interim CEO Thomas Kgokolo says, “This week is a proud and significant one for SAA and its staff as well as all South African citizens. Our journey back to the skies has not been easy and I pay tribute to our dedicated workforce in all areas of the business all of whom have and are putting in long hours ahead of this day. People in every facet of the business want nothing more than for SAA to succeed and for us to build a new airline based on safety and exemplary customer service.” Kgokolo says

Singing and dancing as South Africa's national airline returns to the skies

Jubilant South African Airways (SAA) staff at the country's biggest airport broke into song and dance on Thursday as the airline took to the skies for the first time in around a year

European Airline Shares Increase Following US Relaxation of Entry Ban

The United States Government’s recent decision to reopen its doors to all vaccinated travellers from the 26 Schengen Area countries as well as those from the United Kingdom, Ireland

Unruly U.S. airline passenger incidents fall, still higher than 2020

The rate of unruly passenger incidents on U.S. airlines has dropped sharply since January but remains twice as high as at the end of 2020, the Federal Aviation Administration said on Thursday. The incidents were occurring six times per 10,000 flights as of last week - a 50% drop

Vaccine mandates for travel are legal in the U.S. — and more are probably coming

Travel companies and attractions in the United States can legally require travelers to wear masks and show proof of vaccination to enter

Emirates the first airline to roll out IATA Travel Pass across the globe

Emirates is the first airline to implement the International Air Transport Association’s IATA Travel Pass solution on six continents as it rolls out this digital health pass to passengers at all its destinations. The airline said that following successful trials in April on select routes

Lewis and Clark Return

Setting off on August 31, 1803, Meriwether Lewis and William Clark explored the lands west of St. Louis acquired by the United States in the Louisiana Purchase from France. Commissioned by President Thomas Jefferson, the expedition sought to explore the Missouri River and the Indian tribes, as well as the flora and fauna of the region. The party of 33 lost only one of its members along the way due to

The Most Romantic Hotels for Couples

Whether it’s a honeymoon, couple’s trip, or a quick getaway—these destination hotels should be on your shortlist

Delta Hotels by Marriott Debuts Sophisticated New Room Design with Santa Clara Silicon Valley Opening

Delta Hotels by Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy's extraordinary portfolio of 30 hotel brands, announced today the opening of the Delta Hotels by Marriott Santa Clara Silicon Valley, debuting the brand's refreshed guest room design inspired by

Google helps travellers find hotels that take green credibility seriously

New tool is intended to offer travellers more transparency against hospitality industry greenwashing

Historic Hotels of America and Historic Hotels Worldwide Announce the 2021 Historic Hotels Awards of Excellence Nominee Finalists

Hotels and Recipients to be Honored at the 2021 Historic Hotels Annual Awards Ceremony and Gala Dinner on November 11, 2021 at The American Club Resort Hotel (1918)

Carnival Will Have 42 Cruise Ships In Service By the End of October

Carnival Corporation, the world’s largest cruise company operating over 80 cruise ships on nine cruise lines, is on pace to have 42 cruise ships back in service by

The gigantic boat that can carry cruise ships

Ship-carrying ships help out cruise ships and other vessels when they get in a jam. The Boka Vanguard is the largest ship of its kind: Watch as it gives the Carnival Vista cruise ship a lift

Royal Caribbean Group to build, operate new Ravenna cruise terminal

Italy's Ravenna Port Authority awarded Royal Caribbean Group the tender to construct a new two-berth cruise terminal and the concession for Porto Corsini's cruise operations

New Norwegian Cruise ship is first of its kind, and Galveston will be its homeport

Norwegian Prima is scheduled to begin cruising out of Galveston in winter 2023 and 2024 season

Here's what to expect when the US opens its borders

The announcement that vaccinated foreign nationals will be allowed back into the US in November after an 18-month ban was welcome news for families struggling with cross-border separations, airlines itching to relaunch long-haul routes, and eager tourists and industry insider

'There are a lot of holes': Experts call for more COVID testing for Hawaii tourists amid surge

Hawaii began easing COVID travel restrictions over the summer, but as the state struggles with record cases, experts want to ramp requirements back up

Where to stay and what to do: Best Honeymoon experiences for post-COVID travel

From witnessing wildlife at Masai Mara to cycling in Ireland with your soulmate, here are some unique honeymoon ideas you should try

5 Easy Ways to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint As a Traveler

Do your research on airlines and hotels, eat locally sourced food, stay longer, and more ways to reduce your carbon footprint

These Multi-Purpose Travel Bags Will Help Condense Your Luggage Collection

From garment bags that roll into duffels to a weekender with two detachable backpacks, here are seven multi-purpose travel bag styles we like

Is this Spain's best destination for beaches and culture?

This paradise isle has something for everyone

7 Fantastic Fall Wine Tasting Destinations In Germany

Germany is a prolific wine producing country, with 13 regions specializing in growing grapes and celebrating with a number of wine festivals

American Airlines and JetBlue sued by DOJ over their airline alliance

The Department of Justice has sued two major airlines on Tuesday, alleging the companies created an alliance that raised prices and reduced choice for air passengers traveling to and from major cities in the United States' Northeast region

Airline flight bookings jump after US eases transatlantic travel restrictions

Bookings on Virgin Atlantic on Monday evening increased by more than 600% compared to a week earlier, with New York accounting for most of the bookings, the airline said

The Most Notable New Airline Routes This Week

Welcome to our eighth routes newsletter, full of the latest colorful photos of new routes and route relaunched

Carnival Cruise Line Hits Comeback Milestone

Carnival Cruise Line reached a comeback milestone this past weekend when two more cruise ships reentered service. With the addition of Carnival Dream and

Cruise Line Forgets to Inform Guests of Cruise Cancellation

Holland America Line makes a mistake and forget to inform a couple of their cancelled cruise on the Zuiderdam

Everything you need to know about Azamara Cruises cabins and suites

Here, we'll give you a rundown of the different types of Azamara Cruises cabins you can book, how big they are and the sorts of amenities that come with each

Your really dumb cruise ship cabin questions answered

When you’re new to cruising, you’re bound to have a ton of questions about the basics of a cruise vacation, especially regarding accommodations. You might think your cabin questions are dumb, but only stupid people don’t ask for the information

Portugal’s Second Hilton Hotels & Resorts Hotel Opens Amongst Historic Port Cellars in the Porto District

Portugal’s Second Hilton Hotels & Resorts Hotel Opens Amongst Historic Port Cellars in the Porto District

Blow up your Instagram with these 10 over-the-top hotels in the US

Here are 10 cool, photogenic US hotels to post about on Instagram, with over-the-top decor, dramatic architecture, and eccentric rooms

Hawaii hotel occupancy and room rates down

After a busy summer season for tourism, many Hawaii hotels are seeing a dramatic drop in occupancy and room prices

America's most haunted hotels

America has a vast selection of historic hotels that are rumored to be home to some special supernatural guests. With properties ranging from vintage city-center hotels with eerie histories to unnervingly remote rural resorts

Take a tasty food tour through Sicily

From Palermo to Ragusa, the foods of Sicily are a delight

Top 7 Beaches To Visit In Cozumel, Mexico

Best Beaches in Cozumel for Cruisers. Here is a list of the best beaches in Cozumel that will help you explore this beautiful island

The World's Best Vineyards for 2021 Revealed

The 2021 list by World's Best Vineyards showcases a diverse selection of destinations and wineries

CDC, State Department raise COVID travel warning advising against travel to Bermuda, Antigua

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the State Department have both advised against traveling to Antigua and Bermuda due to COVID-19

Montserrat a coronavirus-free tourist destination - for those who can get in

Montserrat, an island in the Caribbean, offers a coronavirus-free paradise for tourists who are lucky enough to get in

Experts eye more travel testing to contain COVID in Hawaii

Hawaii officials are facing pressure to increase COVID-19 testing for travelers

10 gay-friendly travel destinations in US and around the world

Unfortunately, LGBTQ+ travelers still have to be mindful of safety and legislation concerns in some destinations around the world, with homosexuality still illegal in 69 countries

Why America Scrapped Its Pandemic Travel Bans

The country’s decision wasn’t based on science, it was based on politics

Australia on track to reopen 'by Christmas at the latest,' says tourism minister

Australia is on track to allow borders to reopen by Christmas, the country's minister for trade, tourism and investments said on Wednesday, September 22

When is the Best Time for Traveling to Costa Rica?

If you want to know what is the best time to travel to Costa Rica, we anticipate that the country has two different seasons

Traveling To Canada: A Complete Province-By-Province Guide For Visitors

All travel from America to Canada will require proof of vaccination, but some provinces will ask for more. Here's a province-by-province guide

Nathan Hale Executed

On September 21, 1776, British forces on the island of New York captured American spy Nathan Hale who had slipped behind the enemy front to report on British movements. The city was in flames and the British rounded up scores of citizens. Hale carried incriminating papers on him and was tricked by a British loyalist

Easing restrictions will boost U.S. airlines but business travel still unclear

U.S. airlines will benefit from the Biden administration's decision on Monday to reopen the country to fully-vaccinated air travelers from around the world, experts said, but the outlook for lucrative

European Airlines See Bookings Surge As The US Plans To Reopen

Europes airlines have seen a surge in booking overnight as the United States of America revealed that it would reopen to fully vaccinated tourists. The news will be extremely welcome by airlines who have been

Alaska Airlines Is Having a Buy One, Get One Free Sale on All Flights — but You Have to Book Today

Alaska Airlines is having a buy one, get one sale for travel between Oct. 5 and Dec. 15

New hotels open in NYC, Atlanta and Chicago

Openings in top-tier markets include the first Pendry hotel in New York City, a food-centric property in Atlanta and a Selina location in Chicago. Pendry openings

The Hobbit

On this day in 1937, J.R.R. Tolkien published The Hobbit, or There and Back Again. The story follows the character of Bilbo Baggins as he goes on a quest with other of the inhabitants of Middle Earth to capture treasure guarded by the dragon, Smaug. On his way, Bilbo stumbles onto

Star Castle Hotel: It's A Feast Of The Senses In The Scillies

Star Castle Hotel is perched on the highest part of the island. You reach it by walking up a steep cobbled lane. The further you go - under an original gateway with bell, past a detention cell

Sept. 20 update: Half the Fun Ship fleet now sailing, Royal Caribbean Hong Kong delay, NCL wraps 'Embark,' Crystal River extends vaccine mandate through 2022

Carnival resumes cruises from New Orleans, Royal Caribbean Spectrum of the Seas Hong Kong delay

Can you cruise with your dog, cat or other pets?

For those who can't imagine a vacation without a pet there is good and bad news when it comes to cruise ships and cruising

Good News For Cruise Lines, As U.S. Eases Restrictions For Vaccinated International Travelers

travel restrictions for fully vaccinated international travelers, including from the UK and European Union. International travelers would be required to provide proof of vaccine

7 best suites on big-ship cruises

You don’t need to sail on a small, stuffy luxury cruise ship to indulge in an over-the-top cruise ship suite. If you’re looking for two-story staterooms, ginormous balconies, and VIP privileges, you can certainly find them on mega-ships

7 bucket list places to see with kids post-pandemic: Paris, Reykjavik, Maldives, Singapore

Destinations like Reykjavik, Paris, New York, the Maldives, SIngapore, Greece and Alaska offer activities and memories for the entire family

EU says people vaccinated with AstraZeneca shots should be able to travel to U.S.

The European Commission said on Tuesday it would make sense for the United States to allow travel by people vaccinated with the AstraZeneca COVID-19 shots, although existing U.S. guidance already authorises those travellers

Kid-Friendly Thanksgiving Travel Destinations

These Thanksgiving destinations have everything: foliage, fabulous attractions, and fun

Antigua, Bermuda among popular destinations ranked 'very high' risk by CDC

Antigua and Barbuda in the Caribbean and Bermuda in the Atlantic were added on Monday to the "very high" risk category of the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's regularly updated list of travel advisories

Travel agent's warning as gay couple could face 100 lashes over Maldives trip

Andrew Earle said he recently had to warn a couple who inquired about booking a trip to the Maldives. The luxury holiday destination has strict rules around same-sex relationships

Thailand plans to reopen key destinations to vaccinated in October

Government officials in Thailand have announced the country plans to reopen Bangkok and other key destinations to foreign tourists in October

Airfare To Europe Hits Lowest Prices in Five Years

Airfare from the United States to Europe has hit its lowest price in the last five years, with the average round trip price just over $500

Plans to ease international travel rules welcome news in Las Vegas

The U.S. on Monday announced plans to ease international airline travel restrictions to allow vaccinated foreign nationals to once again travel to the country starting this fall

Airline industry remains 'volatile' as flight bookings drop in August

Depressed bookings remained consistent throughout the first half of September as the COVID-19 delta variant continued to take hold of the country

Emirates increases flight frequencies to US destinations

Emirates is increasing flight frequencies to a number of US destinations from next month. Emirates has been building up connectivity in response to growing passenger demand on the back of rising travel confidence and the easing of international travel protocols

FAA Proposes Extending Slot Waivers Through March 2022

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed extending slot waivers due to the ongoing crisis through March 26th, 2022. The existing slot waivers are set to expire on October 30th, 2021

British Airways First Carbon Neutral Flight A Success

British Airways has flown its first carbon neutral passenger flight in the past week, which could be a watershed moment for the industry

8 Stories Above, 8 Stories Below: Inside London's First Iceberg Hotel

Made up of 350 rooms, 16 stories, 6 eateries, and plenty of style, The Londoner opens in Leicester Square

Epicurean Atlanta, an Autograph Collection Hotel Opens

The highly-anticipated Epicurean Atlanta, Midtown's only food and wine-centric hotel, is now welcoming guests. The urban chic hotel is a member of Marriott International's Autograph Collection

The Best Hotels in New York City for Every Budget

Big Apple on your mind? Here are some of the best hotels in New York City whether you're on a budget or want to ball out

6 Fabulous Boutique Hotels On Mykonos And Santorini

Two of the most popular Greek islands are Mykonos and Santorini. Both offer lodging at boutique hotels for a more intimate stay

Carnival Cruise Line Now Has 10 Cruise Ships Offering Cruises

With the addition of Carnival Glory resuming cruises today, Carnival Cruise Line now has ten ships back in service. Passengers began boarding Carnival

Vaccination Policies Across Different Cruise Brands

As the pandemic situation continues to evolve, cruise lines are constantly adapting their health and safety protocols. Following recommendations from

These 8 cabins are great for travelers cruising alone

Cabins on most cruise ships are designed for a minimum of two people, which means you'll pay two fares if you cruise alone. These are the best solo accommodations across several lines

What is it like to go on a cruise right now?

What can you expect if you take a cruise now that vaccines are available to all and the cruise industry has adopted the strictest standards of clean

Tourist Season’s Extended But Don’t Let Your Guard Down

The U.K. has relaxed its ‘traffic light’ travel list of countries but surveys show a lot of nervousness about the risks

US to lift travel ban on EU citizens

Washington has agreed with its EU counterparts to lift travel restrictions for vaccinated citizens

U.S. set to require vaccines for most non-U.S. citizen travelers, sources say

The United States plans to mandate COVID-19 vaccines for nearly all non-U.S. citizen international air passengers traveling to the United States as it relaxes other travel restrictions starting in early November

Antigua and Barbuda to Require Proof of Vaccination for Travel

Antigua and Barbuda is updating its travel protocols beginning Oct. 1 limiting entry to vaccinated travelers, Caribbean Journal has learned

Volcano erupts on Atlantic island; lava destroys some homes

A volcano on Spain's Atlantic Ocean island of La Palma has erupted after a weeklong buildup of seismic activity, prompting authorities to evacuate thousands of residents

Exploring The Colorful Flower Fields in Carlsbad (And Why They're Worth Seeing)

The Carlsbad flower fields produce blooms each year that are absolutely breathtaking, and this is how, and when, to see all of their beauty

Your vacation guide to Tenerife, Canary Islands

Tenerife is the most visited of all the Canary Islands, receiving more than six million visitors in 2019. With no shortage of beautiful beaches, charming villages, epic hiking spots and family-friendly activity spots

How Anthony Bourdain's Friends Remember Him

A new book honors the life of Anthony Bourdain in the words of those who knew him best. T+L dives in with author Laurie Woolever

Australia's Fraser Island officially restored to Aboriginal name K'Gari

Australia's Fraser Island is the latest destination to have its Aboriginal name restored. The world's largest sand island, which is located off the coast of Queensland state about 250 km

RMS Queen Elizabeth 2

On September 20, 1967, Queen Elizabeth II launched the RMS Queen Elizabeth 2, fondly known as the "QE2". The gold scissors she used to cut the ceremonial ribbon were the same pair used by her mother and grandmother to launch the Queen Elizabeth and Queen Mary. The QE2 was built and operated

Katarina Line Announces ‘Super Special’ Prices of Up to 30 Percent Off On ‘Dalmation Paradise’ and ‘One-Way Wonders’ Deluxe Cruises in 2021

Katarina Line, Croatia’s premier small ship cruise company, is offering some of the most extensive “super special” late-season prices of up to 30 percent off the regular rates on their most popular cruises. They are available out of Opatija, Split and Dubrovnik, all of which offer guaranteed departures. With the specials, prices are as low as $1,239 per person for the Deluxe 7-day roundtrip Dalmatian Paradise. This is a saving of $531 off the regular

United Airlines resuming normal operations after all US, Canada flights briefly halted

United Airlines temporarily halted all of its flights across the U.S. and Canada early Friday, according to the Federal Aviation Administration

British Airlines plane completes carbon-neutral passenger flight using recycled cooking oil

British Airlines is really cookin’! The carrier on Wednesday announced its Airbus A320neo — which it calls “the quietest and most fuel-efficient short-haul aircraft” in its fleet

Feds want to know why airline passengers aren't getting refunds

FOX43 Finds Out what the federal government is doing to make sure people who are owed refunds from airlines, get them

Delta Air Lines Is Ditching Its Pandemic-era Boarding Process — Here's What Will Change

Delta Air Lines will no longer board planes back-to-front, the company confirmed to Travel + Leisure, moving away from one of the last coronavirus pandemic-era practices in the airline industry

Crystal's 2024 world cruise highlights Southern Hemisphere

Crystal Cruises' 2024 world cruise is a 105-night adventure focused on the Southern Hemisphere

Alaska senator announces bill to permanently allow cruises to sail to Alaska without Canada stop

Alaska Sen. Lisa Murkowski said Wednesday she will introduce legislation to protect the Alaska tourism industry, centering on the cruise industry

Second MSC Cruise Ship is Restarting Operations from the U.S.

MSC Divina is restarting cruises from the U.S. and becomes the first in the fleet to begin sailings from Port Canaveral

World Navigator Confirmed to Sail Inaugural Antarctica Season This November

Atlas Ocean Voyages has announced that it will proceed with the inaugural Antarctica season for its first all-inclusive, luxury expedition ship, the World

A new star rising: Aleph Rome Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton

Aleph Rome Hotel, an elegant property in the heart of Rome, has reopened its doors after a major restoration, and faces today the international hotel scene as part of the exclusive Curio Collection by Hilton brand, a worldwide portfolio of luxury hotel and resort

This Brand-new Oaxaca Hotel Is a Working Mezcal Distillery With Six Perfectly Designed Suites

Sitting at the "grand table" at Casa Silencio — 17 tons of hand-cut basalt that extends from the hotel's restaurant into the plant-lined courtyard — I chatted with Torrence Swain, who oversees east coast operations for Mezcal El Silencio

13 Hotels in Warm-weather Destinations That Will Still Get You in the Holiday Spirit

Escape the winter chill without missing out on the holiday festivities

The 'world's safest city' for 2021 revealed

Safety has long been a paramount concern for travelers when it comes to deciding which destination to visit. But the world has been turned on its head in recent years due to the global pandemic

British minister to simplify COVID-19 travel rules for England

The British government will set out measures to boost international travel later on Friday, helping airlines and holiday companies which say they will not survive another

Is International Travel Still Banned?

Several countries still restrict Americans from flying for leisure travel, and it can even be difficult for essential travel reasons

5 inspiring stories from women who travel solo - The Points Guy

Through solo travel, these women found community, paths to their future and most importantly - though undoubtedly a tad cliche - themselves

US Is Planning to Create a New System for International Travel, Including EU Travellers Once the Ban Is Lifted

The White House Coronavirus Response Coordinator, Jeff Zients, has revealed that the United States is working to create a system for international travel, which is expected to consist of contact tracing

The United States Constitution

On September 17, 1787, the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania adopted the Constitution of the United States. The Constitution is the supreme law of the United States and provides for three separate but equal branches of government. Since its

Southwest Airlines offers extra pay for staff to get vaccinated against Covid-19

Southwest Airlines on Wednesday introduced new incentives to get staff vaccinated against Covid-19, following similar policies that other carriers rolled out earlier this year

More Return To Normal: United Airlines Brings Back Food For Purchase

United Airlines is moving closer to a return to normal. Customers will now be able to purchase food items under United’s Buy-on-Board Menu available on select flights

Hate sitting next to kids in a flight? This airline has perfect solution for you

Japan Airlines has introduced a new system through which passengers will come to know if any kid is seating around them or not

United Airlines CEO says employees exempt from vaccine 'won't be in front of customers'

United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby said employees who receive medical or religious exemptions from its COVID-19 vaccine mandate won’t be interacting customers

The largest cruise ship ever built no longer will debut in Asia - here's where it'll sail instead

Royal Caribbean’s newest and largest cruise ship, Wonder of the Seas, which was due to begin sailings from Shanghai, China, in early 2022, will now sail

7 Differences Between Short (3-4 day) and Long (7+ day) Cruises

It used to be that the number of options you had for your cruise was fairly limited. These days it’s the exact opposite

Princess Cruises Makes Retail Partnership for Entire Fleet

Princess Cruises makes an agreement with retail provider Harding to shift its in-house retails stores across 14 ships to the company

MSC Cruise Management part of UK-funded team aiming to cut emissions

MSC Cruise Management together with GE Power Conversion, Ceres Power Ltd and Lloyd’s Register have been awarded a research project focussing on fuel cell system integration into a large ship’s power architecture and energy management system

11 Inspiring African American History Tours In The U.S.

After a year when race dominated a majority of the national conversation, the knowledge in these Black history tours can be priceless

Everything You Need To Know Before Going On A Coffee Tour In Hawaii

No visit to the Big Island is complete without a tour around one of its famed Kona coffee farms - complete with a complimentary cup of joe

Discover Puerto Rico Invites Travelers to Celebrate the 500th Anniversary of San Juan

The oldest city in the United States marks the milestone this September with special activities and events that will last through June of 2022

Luxurious travel destinations

Once a year, we have the opportunity to try new things, treat ourselves, and get an unforgettable experience

Chiang Mai, Thailand's gateway to the north, struggles in absence of international tourists

Prior to the pandemic, Chiang Mai received around four million international visitors a year, according to Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) figures. But the economic effects of Covid-19 on this tourist city and province of the same name in northern Thailand have been nothing short of devastating

The 1920 Wall Street Bombing

On September 16, 1920 at noon, a horse-drawn wagon paused outside of the J.P. Morgan building at 23 Wall Street, near a very busy corner of the financial district of New York City. Inside the wagon was more than 100 pounds of dynamite with 500 pounds of metal shrapnel. A timer detonated the dynamite at the

Two Countries, Two Friends: How Travel Creates Long-Lasting Bonds

Friendships often develop out of a chance encounter. Louisa writes of how two strangers while traveling turned into longtime friendships

The Netherlands to drop quarantine requirement for vaccinated travelers — weeks after tightening restrictions

Less than two weeks after announcing a quarantine requirement for vaccinated travelers from the U.S., the Netherlands has reversed its decision

This Newly Opened LA Hotel Combines French Riviera-chic Decor With Old Hollywood Glamour

The Hollywood hotel has a touch of old Hollywood glamour paired with French Riviera-chic decor - and a gorgeous rooftop pool

TPG to start awarding seals of approval to our top-reviewed hotels

Here at The Points Guy, we strive to provide detailed guidance on how to be a better, smarter traveler — without spending a fortune. Our advice runs the gamut from useful tips on maximizing loyalty programs to suggestions on how

These Hawai‘i, Caribbean, and New York Hotels Now Require Vaccination

In early September, a collection of seven hotels in Hawai‘i, including the ‘Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach and the Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel, became the first in the state to require proof of vaccination from guests

The rise and rise of Responsible tourism

Travellers are now becoming more mindful of their choices, revaluating their itineraries keeping sustainability and preservation of resources in mind

Hawaiian Airlines Is Encouraging Responsible Travel to the Islands With New In-flight Video

Hawaiian Airlines is encouraging people to travel responsibly in Hawaii in a new video the carrier will play before landing in the island paradise

Singapore Airlines Cuts Australia Flights Amid Border Confusion

Singapore Airlines is canceling dozens of flights into Australia over the next few months. The airline attributes the decision to strict limits on how many passengers they can fly in and uncertainty over border re-openings

American Airlines Boots Family Off Flight Because Asthmatic Toddler Couldn't Tolerate Mask

The family of an asthmatic toddler say they were removed from an American Airlines flight and questioned by three police officers on Sunday, September 13, because their child couldn’t tolerate wearing a face mask despite the best attempts of mom Amanda Pendarvis

Hotel Viking: A Luxurious, Historic Newport Getaway

This Newport, Rhode Island, hotel on Bellevue Avenue offers opulence, comfort, and the chance to step back in time this fall

Is it cheaper to book hotels last minute?

In an era where mask requirements flip back and forth, rules are relaxed and then restricted, and COVID-19 cases increase after they just decreased, you’re probably not keen on booking travel too far in advance

Boutique Hotels to Consider for Cross-Country Travel This Year

Petite and chic, fashionable and design forward, boutique hotels never cease to fill your feed with Instagram gold. These intimate retreats can feel like carefully curated Airbnbs with the food and amenities of a high-end hotel

5 Latest Cruise Ship Moves – September Update

While the cruise operations restart is dominating the headlines, the cruise ship secondhand market is seeing significant action too. With opportunistic

Carnival Cruise Line Guests Face Home Test Expiry Date Dilemma

Carnival Cruise Line guests have been met with an expiry dilemma regarding the homes tests suggested by the cruise line

The ultimate guide to taking a Northern Lights cruise

If you're considering taking a Northern Lights cruise, now is the time to read up on seeing the natural displays at sea as demand for cruises to see the Northern Lights continues to grow

Best river cruise lines in the world for 2021 from Viking to Crystal

Top 10 River Cruise Lines have been unveiled by Travel & Lesiure, with Uniworld Boutique River Cruises named number one

CDC, State Dept. Add More Caribbean Islands, Including Saint Kitts and Belize, to Its Highest Travel Advisory

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention added 10 more destinations to its highest travel advisory this week, including popular Central American and Caribbean spots

Do you promise to be a better tourist? These places want it in writing

Five years ago, Iceland had a problem. International tourism had more than tripled since 2000, and many of the visitors were first-timers who were unfamiliar with the rugged Icelandic landscape

The quickest, easiest and most affordable ways to get around in Thailand

From plane to train, getting around Thailand is easy and affordable. Here's everything you need to know

Antigua and Barbuda Keeps Setting Tourism Records

One of the Caribbean's buzziest destinations reported another record-breaking month of tourism performance

Top 6 Reasons To Visit Italy’s Campania Region

An exciting list of fabulous experiences and destinations for visitors to enjoy when they visit the glorious region of Campania in Italy

10 Travel Items You Need For Your Next Vacation

No matter where you're going, these products are must-haves

Marco Polo Born

Marco Polo was a merchant trader, not an explorer. However, the Venetian's family traveled far and wide during the later thirteenth century, earning them great acclaim as explorers. The Polos journeyed to China over the Silk Road and spent 17 years there as the favored guest of Kublai Khan. So trusted was Marco Polo, the Khan appointed him a

Top 10 Most Instagrammable European Cities You Can Visit This Autumn If You Are Vaccinated

The requirement of medical proof of vaccination, recovery certificate or negative test results has become mandatory in several European countries as the infection rates for Coronavirus

The government is mandating vaccination for most U.S. workers. Are airline passengers next?

President Biden has not proposed a vaccine mandate for U.S. flights but hasn't ruled it out. Canada already requires vaccination for air travelers

Privacy Concern: Should Airlines Highlight Where Children Are Sitting?

Let’s face it, being stuck next to a crying baby on a flight is not fun for anybody. To tackle this, Japan Airlines has a feature to highlight where infants and toddlers (up to two years old) are seated, so passengers can strategically avoid those areas. But does this raise privacy and security concerns

New Hawaiian Airlines in-flight video encourages visitors to ‘travel pono’

Hawaiian Airlines released a new in-flight video with an important message to incoming visitors: “Travel Pono.” The video features scenic views and popular locations across all Hawaiian islands

The Cayman Islands Has Its First Hilton Hotel

Hilton is set to debut its first-ever hotel in the Cayman Islands this month, Caribbean Journal has learned

Hard Rock Hotel Riviera Maya: The Perfect Luxurious Family Friendly Escape

Hard Rock Hotel Riviera Maya is literally what dreams are made of

Four Seasons Hôtel des Bergues, Geneva review

ecause pound for pound, measure for measure, taken as a whole and tout bien considéré, this is – arguably – Geneva’s most well-rounded, fully realised and completely marvellous hotel

Battle of the 5-star hotels: Watch us compare 2 luxury beach hotels in Mexico

See Nicky Kelvin and Marc Ramos from TPG review the St. Regis Punta Mita and W Punta de Mita in Mexico

Cruise Hive's Annual Cruise Ship Awards Are Back!

Voting opens on the annual Cruise Ship Awards with new categories as the cruise industry makes a comeback

One of the World's Largest Cruise Ships Is Now Sailing From the NYC Area

Royal Caribbean's Oasis of the Seas, one of the world's largest cruise ships, is now sailing from the New York City area for the first time. Oasis of the

I Took My Family on a Cruise to Iceland During COVID - Here's What It Was Like

I never felt safer on our Viking cruise to Iceland. From daily COVID tests to daily cleaning, mandatory mask requirements, and sanitization, my family and I had an incredible trip to Iceland

Aurora Expeditions Presents Updated Health and Safety Program

Aurora Expeditions has presented its updated health and safety program in preparation for the resumption of expedition cruising. According to a press

Hold off on that flight to the Caribbean: CDC raises travel alert level for Belize, Saint Kitts and Nevis

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the U.S. State Department raised their travel alert levels Monday for the Caribbean travel spots of Saint Kitts and Nevis, and Belize due to the "risk of getting and spreading COVID-19 variants"

Top 10 Outdoor Adventures In Arizona This Fall

From ghost towns to box canyons, here are the top 10 outdoor adventures in Arizona for your upcoming trip to the desert state

9 Reasons Why This Tiny Island Should Be Part Of Your Antarctica Adventure

Cruises are a favorite way to visit Antarctica, but your itinerary should include a trip to South Georgia Island to view the wildlife

Traveling to the Maldives during Covid-19: What you need to know before you go

If you're planning to travel to the Maldives here's what you'll need to know and expect if you want to visit during the Covid-19 pandemic

Dominican Republic Nearing 3 Million Tourists in 2021

And now the Dominican Republic is approaching 3 million visitors for the year, following a banner summer season

What Vaccinated Travelers Need to Know About Coronavirus Testing

With cooler weather approaching amid rising coronavirus cases for the second year in a row, you might be wondering when to test for the coronavirus before travel—even if you’re vaccinated

Britain was a world leader in travel. Not anymore

Britain's strict Covid-19 testing requirements for overseas visitors and Brits wishing to holiday abroad had a "devastating impact" on the UK travel industry this summer, causing it to fall behind European rivals and putting thousands of jobs at risk

President William McKinley Dies

On this day in 1901, President William McKinley, Jr. died, eight days after being shot by an assassin at the Pan-American Exposition in Buffalo, New York. McKinley was the 25th President of the United States, and the last veteran of the American Civil War elected to

Why Airfares Are Likely to Drop for Fall Travel

Airlines already are testing lower pricing to make up for lost business travel

Why I no longer avoid flying with Spirit, Frontier and other budget carriers

Nowadays, I've done more budget airline flying than ever before thanks to convenient schedules, improved reliability and the option to purchase a comfortable seat

American has been building an team of airline partners to fill the gaps in its network, even if it means aligning with budget carriers and startups

American, for example, lost its vital South American partner in 2019 and is turning to a Chilean ultra-low-cost carrier to build back in the region

US will give aircraft companies $482 million for pandemic

The Biden administration says it will give $482 million to aviation manufacturers to help save jobs at companies that are still struggling because of the pandemic

Fauci says he would support vaccine requirements for air travel

Anthony Fauci said in a new interview that he would support vaccine requirements for air travel

Score More Points And Perks With These 10 Fall Hotel Loyalty Promotions

There are numerous bonus point promotions, sweepstakes and perks that await travelers this fall. If you want to maximize your point earnings, these are some of the best offers to keep your balance full

This Scottish hotel has been named the best in the world

Fife’s Balbirnie House Hotel has been named ‘Best Wedding Hotel on a Global Basis’ by the international Haute Grandeur Awards

Safari hotel belonging to Richard Branson named best hotel in the world

The tented safari hotel under the Kenyan heavens is just as star-studded as anything you'll find on Virgin Galactic, for a fraction of the cost. And there's wildlife, Jim, but not as you know it

Sept. 13 update: Carnival restarts Baltimore cruising, NCL ships sail from Barcelona and Rome, Riviera on more rivers

Carnival Cruise Line restarted cruising from Baltimore, Riviera River Cruises back on more rivers in Europe

Another U.S. Cruise Port Reopens As Carnival Brings Back Another Cruise Ship

The Port of Baltimore became the latest cruise port in the U.S. to reopen when passengers began boarding a Carnival Cruise Line ship earlier today

Passengers on a cruise to the Arctic Circle are cleaning up Svalbard

Passengers on a cruise to the Arctic Circle are cleaning up Svalbard

Second Disney Cruise Ship Resumes Cruises From Florida

Disney Fantasy becomes the second ship in the fleet to resume cruise operations in the U.S. after departing with passengers from Florida

The Star-Spangled Banner

During the war of 1812, Francis Scott Key was a prisoner aboard a British war ship anchored in the Chesapeake Bar during the Battle of Fort McHenry. He boarded the ship under a flag of truce to secure the release of prisoners. However, while on-board he accidentally overheard British plans to attack Baltimore. He witnessed the battle during the night. On September 13, 1814, he wrote

Eight countries that are off-limits to unvaccinated travellers

As France bans US visitors without inoculation, we explore other destinations around the world where no vaccine means no entry

Hawaii Mandates Proof Of Vaccination To Visit Restaurants & Bars

Hawaii will enforce proof of vaccination or testing for various indoor events following record levels of COVID-19

A Foodie's Guide To Visiting Chicago

Chicago is a favorite American destination for those that love to eat. Plan your next trip to the Windy City with our foodie’s guide to Chicago

5 Reasons To Visit The Last Inhabited Medieval Citadel In Europe

Surrounded by forested hills in the center of Transylvania is a medieval citadel. Sighișoara’s historic center is enclosed within its walls, and the colorful medieval homes are still lived

Is Your Passport About to Expire? These Countries Don’t Have the 6-Month Validity Rule

After no-travel 2020, planes are again whizzing in the skies. The U.S. State Department is currently overwhelmed with passport requests, so you may have to wait up to 18 weeks to get it renewed

Aruba Ends Curfew, Relaxes Local Measures - Caribbean Journal

Aruba has slightly relaxed its local health measures, according to the island’s tourism authority. Most notably, the island has officially ended the curfew it implemented in August

5 Examples of Renaissance Architecture That Showcase the Elegance of the Iconic Style

Do you know what defines Renaissance architecture? We break down the main characteristics of the style and our favorite Renaissance examples

A lot of business trips are never coming back. Now what?

Even if you only travel in coach, business travelers affect your options. Now what

3 Basic Rules I Follow to Make Travel Less Expensive

A writer shares her favorite money-saving tips for travel

DOT cracks down on airlines withholding refunds for canceled flights

Complaints from airline passengers, which soared in 2020, are up by over 500 percent, according to a new report

Airlines and Amtrak could require proof of vaccine if new bill From Virginia Dem passes

"Requiring airport and Amtrak travelers and employees to provide a proof of COVID vaccine or negative test is just common sense," Representative Don Beyer said

New airline donating flights to people wanting to help New Orleans region rebuild after hurricane

A new airline is giving back to help with the rebuilding process in the New Orleans region following Hurricane Ida

Hawaiian Airlines crews return home after ferrying Afghan refugees across the US

Flight attendants and pilots for Hawaiian Airlines are returning from a six-day mission to ferry Afghan evacuees from the East Coast to temporary refugee facilities across the mainland

This Hotel Comes With After-Hours Access to Versailles's Hidden Corners

“There is nothing new except what has been forgotten.” The words of Marie Antoinette still seem to echo within the gilded halls of Le Grand Contrôle

This Sonoma Hotel Is Combining Bike Rides and Vineyards for the Ultimate California Wine Country Experience

September is California Wine Month, and what better way to celebrate than with a leisurely bike ride through some of Sonoma's best wineries

Hawaii Hotels Begin Requiring Guests And Workers Be Vaccinated

Six Hawaii hotels have become the first in the state to require all of its employees and guests to show proof of full vaccination

France bans unvaccinated American travelers

France has become the latest European country -- and the most significant tourism destination -- to remove the United States from its safe travel list, following EU recommendations in the wake of a US Covid spike

People are booking Christmas vacations earlier than ever before

An early rush to book Christmas travel is causing hotels and rental homes to fill earlier than usual this year

The 5 most Instagrammable travel hotspots in Saudi Arabia

From Riyadh's Edge of the World to Al Wahbah Crater, these are the best places in the kingdom for filling your Insta-feed

EU removes Japan, five other countries from safe travel list

The European Union has removed Japan and five other countries from its list of safe travel destinations, meaning visitors or people returning from those countries are likely to face tighter

Thailand plans to reopen Bangkok, top cities next month

Bangkok's reopening would be partial, however, starting with areas popular with visitors, Tourism Authority of Thailand governor Yuthasak Supasorn told Reuters, without elaborating

The world's 21 most underrated, surprising destinations

Everyone loves surprises. Particularly good surprises. Particularly travel surprises

Israel will welcome back small tour groups this month

Israel will once again welcome small tour groups from select countries this month. Individual travelers are still not permitted

Cruise lines ramp up US sailings, even as travel agents warn delta threatens fall bookings

There have been cases and outbreaks on cruises prompting additional recommended restrictions from the CDC. So how well is the relaunch of the industry going

Disney Cruise Line announces return dates for two ships

October is a good month for cruising

Sept. 9 update: MSC cleared for Canaveral, Crystal replaces world cruise, Azamara adapts

MSC Divina cleared to begin cruises from Port Canaveral, Crystal Cruises replaces 2022 world cruise, Azamara adapts as independent company

Vietnamese island Phu Quoc reopening to tourism

Vietnam plans to reopen the beach-fringed island of Phu Quoc to foreign tourists from next month, authorities said, as the country looks at ways to revive an economy suffering from extended lockdowns due to the coronavirus pandemic

Recent Study Suggests Risk Of Catching Covid On Flights Very Low

A recent study by Delta has shown that the risk of catching Covid-19 on a Covid-tested flight is extremely low

The Last Guillotine in France

In 1791, the French National Assembly was seeking a new method of execution. Former methods were considered too inhumane, such as the infamous "breaking on the wheel". Assembly member Joseph-Ignace Guillotin suggested the construction of a device to decapitate the

United Airlines staff who are granted religious exemptions to vaccine mandate will be put on unpaid leave

If an employee's request for a religious exemption is denied, they must be vaccinated within five weeks of the denial notice

Ireland to drop almost all COVID-19 restrictions in October

Ireland, which had one of Europe's longest COVID-19 lockdowns, will drop almost all pandemic restrictions in October after one of the continent's most successful vaccine rollouts

Qantas banning unvaccinated travelers from international flights

Australian airline Qantas will require vaccines for all passengers on international flights within the coming months, its CEO confirmed on Wednesday

JetBlue Is the Best U.S. Airline in 2021, According to T+L Readers — Here's Why

Flying in 2021 is a whole lot less glamorous, seamless, and comfortable than it used to be. But when it comes to pandemic travel, JetBlue stands out

American vs Delta vs United - What Are The Airlines' Top Planes?

Widebodies barely feature in the top-10 most-used aircraft lists for American, Delta, and United this year. We see that the B737-800 is number-one for American, the A321ceo for Delta, and the B737-900 for United

Celebrity Cruises unfurls its largest-ever global advertising campaign

Celebrity Cruises' 'Journey Safe, Journey Wonderfull' is a multimillion-dollar global campaign — its largest ever — that urges travelers to reawaken their wanderlust and reconnect with the people and the world around them

I just boarded the most luxurious cruise vessel ever built for expedition travel; here's the first thing that blew me away

Crystal Cruises is moving into the expedition cruising space with a new vessel, the 200-passenger Crystal Endeavor

Newest Riverboat In USA Launched By American Cruise Lines

American Cruise Lines' newest riverboat, American Melody, has begun sailing 22-day cruises on the Mississippi River

Silversea Cruises Announces Details on 2021-22 Antarctica Season

Silversea Cruises has announced new details on its Antarctica schedule for the 2021-2022 season

Jamaica among latest destinations to receive travel warning from CDC

CDC and State Department issue travel advisories to Jamaica, Brunei and Sri Lanka

UK Set To Remove Its Traffic Light Travel Restrictions

The UK could be removing its controversial traffic light system in the next few weeks, though the red list could remain

The Ultimate New Zealand Honeymoon Guide

A New Zealand honeymoon offers adventurous activities, luxurious lodges, and loads of natural wonders. Start planning yours with our helpful guide

Planning a trip to Canada? Here's what you need to know

Preparing to travel to Canada? We answer your questions about entry requirements, lockdown status and travel restrictions

Venice to Track Cell Phones, Use Hundreds of Cameras to Manage Tourist Entry

Venice will be deploying hundreds of CCTV cameras and a mobile phone tracking system to keep tabs on who's entering the beloved city

9 Things To Know Before Visiting Tibet

Tibet is remote and difficult to access, with many China obstacles hindering the traveler. But, once a visa is granted, it is worth it

The 10 Best Countries for Black Women to Visit

Here are 10 countries that meet these criteria

7 Museums in New York Worth Planning a Trip Around

Interesting museums to visit in New York City and New York state, including Storm King, the Saratoga Automobile Museum, Dia: Chelsea, and others

Bill Gates Takes Control of Four Seasons Hotels in Deal Valuing It at $10 Billion

The all-cash deal by Cascade Investment would give the hotel company an enterprise value of $10 billion

Hawaii hotel group to require vaccination for employees and guests

‘Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach and Highgate Hawaii’s collection of seven hotels are announcing today that they will begin requiring proof of full vaccination for all employees, guests and patrons

Hidden cameras in hotels and vacation rentals can be spotted using these methods, according to a viral video

While the vast majority of hotels and vacation rentals are safe, occasionally a story will surface about a guest discovering they’ve been secretly filmed by hidden cameras

How business travel may never be the same again

Sylvia Burbery is delighted that she no longer spends most of her life travelling for work

Mr. President, Tear Down This Travel Ban

There was a point in the COVID-19 pandemic at which drastic federal restrictions on foreign travelers made a certain sense. That point passed long ago

California Becomes a State

Settled 100 years earlier by Spain, the territory known as "Alta California" was rich in natural resources and ocean harbors. In 1846, settled by Europeans moving west, California broke away from Mexico. In 1849, miners discovered gold and a new rush of prospectors and settlers headed across the country

Virgin Atlantic airline launches social drinking booth

Virgin Atlantic has launched a social drinking space named ‘The Booth’ on its newest A350 aircraft

Airlines were counting on a post-Labor Day surge in business travel. It looks like that won't happen

This week was supposed to be the time when many workers began returning to offices, and business travelers started returning to the air

The Top 10 International Airports

Luxurious airport lounges, gorgeous design, and a wealth of five-star amenities make these international airports the greatest places to spend a long layover

The Top 10 Mega-ship Ocean Cruise Lines

It may be cliché, but it was a year like no other for cruise lines. Though the pandemic forced a halt to sailing around the world, readers nevertheless recalled the good times at sea while ranking the world's top 10

Crystal Cruises says goodbye to the Crystal Esprit

Luxury cruise operator says small yacht concept does not fit its future plans

Episode 1: Star Trek

The original Star Trek series aired for the first time on September 8, 1966. The last episode aired a short three years later on June 3, 1969. However, the cultural phenomenon that the original series spawned is considerable. The primary setting for the show, the "Starship Enterprise"

Best Christmas-themed ocean cruises for 2021

Christmas cruises are a much-loved way to celebrate over the winter holidays, whether you want to leave the cold behind you or completely immerse yourself in all things snowy and traditional

Bordeaux, the Swiss Alps, Florence, Rome and more: Hyatt continues its expansion in Europe

Hyatt's expanding in Europe with hotels in Spain, France, Germany, Italy and Switzerland across brands like The Unbound Collection by Hyatt, JdV by Hyatt, Hyatt Centric and Hyatt Regency

The Top 5 Puerto Rico Resorts

Despite 2020's challenges, the "isle of enchantment" continued to — no surprise here — enchant T+L readers, who were attracted to its diverse culture, stunning landscapes, and the ease of traveling to the nearby, no-passport-required United States territory

U.S. Officials Tell Americans to Avoid Jamaica in Latest Travel Warning

The CDC and State Department added three more countries to its highest advisory level, including the popular beach destination of Jamaica

Top 8 Places to Visit in Tlaxcala, Mexico

Top Places to Visit in Tlaxcala, Mexico. Bordered by Puebla and Mexico City, here are the top places to visit in Tlaxcala, Mexico

7 fall vacation destinations for travelers clinging to summer

Here are 7 places to visit this fall if you're hoping for one last warm-weather vacation before the winter

EU set to knock Japan off its safe travel list - diplomats

The European Union is likely to remove Japan and five other countries from its list of safe travel destinations, meaning visitors or people returning from those countries could face tighter controls such as COVID-19 tests or quarantine

Spain Reinstates Travel Restrictions For U.S. Visitors

Travel restrictions have been reimposed on U.S. passengers and proof of vaccination is now required for non-essential travel to Spain

Get Out! How LGBTQ Travelers can Travel Safely This Fall

Just when we thought it was safe to hit the road, we were walloped by the Delta variant, the latest plot twist in the 18-month-and-counting pandemic story. The surprising data that fully vaccinated people could transmit the virus emerged in part

Irish American Congressman Urges US Government to Abolish Travel Ban on EU

The US Congressman Brendan Boyle has criticized the government for the travel ban imposed on European nationals for more than 500 days now, saying it “makes no sense”

Cuba Reopening For Tourism To U.S. Travelers Without Testing

Cuba is set to reopen to international travelers without any testing requirements from November 15th this year

The Most Notable New Airline Routes This Week

West Africa’s Air Senegal introduced its first transatlantic route on September 2nd, with Dakar to New York JFK and Baltimore taking off. It was originally to serve Washington

Fly with your own Covid safety kit, airlines won't provide you with any on domestic flights

Domestic airlines have ceased to provide passengers with masks, face shields, hand sanitizers or even wrap around gowns to the middle-east passengers. They're only ensuring that the boarding passengers have their masks on

Sea Cloud Spirit Christened and Ready for Service

The Sea Cloud Spirit has been officially named and christened at the cruise terminal in Palma de Mallorca, according to a press release. Sea Cloud Cruises

American Melody makes debut with Mississippi River cruise

American Cruise Lines' new modern riverboat American Melody has departed from Natchez, Mississippi, on her maiden cruise along the Mississippi

Windstar Cruises Launches Online Treasure Hunt For Free Cruise To Mystery Destination

As cruise ships begin to successfully sail back along the horizon with updated Covid-19 protocols and testing measures, cruise lines are planning ahead for a busy 2022. This online treasure hunt could have you packing for a free

The Blitz

Adolf Hitler wanted to destroy the civilian morale of the British people and to invade the island nation. On September 7, 1940, Germany began what came to be known as The Blitz: 76 consecutive nights of aerial bombardment of London. Over 43,000 civilians were

7 Best Amtrak Travel Packages for Visiting Coastal Cities and National Parks

These train itineraries—some of which bundle hotel stays and sightseeing tours—meander through the likes of Seattle, the Grand Canyon, and Yellowstone

Israel Set To Restart Tourism Later This Month

Israel is set to kick start tourism once more next month, when it opens up to tour groups from around the world

Spain's high-speed railway revolution

When travelers think of European high-speed rail travel, France's iconic Trains a Grande Vitesse (TGV) or Germany's elegant white ICE trains tend to come to mind

Travel to Europe: What's New This Week

With the epidemiological situation in the continent of Europe starting to worsen, many European Union and Schengen Area countries are already tightening their entry restrictions in a bid

10 Unique Fall Trips Perfect for the Whole Family

Read on to learn all about these unique fall trips perfect for the whole family

A Cheese Lover’s Road Trip Through New England: 8 Delicious Stops

If you love cheese in the proximity of New England, there are some great places for you to stop and sample locally produced varieties

Marriott Opens 8th W Hotel in China

Marriott has expanded its portfolio of W Hotels in China, with the opening of the W Changsha, China

Hotels open in North and Central Florida

The Renaissance and Red Roof Plus+ and Suites brands have opened new hotels in Florida. Renaissance St. Augustine Historic Downtown Hotel The Renaissance openings

Delta Variant-Led Drop in Travel Throws US Airlines Off Course

Alaska Air Group (ALK), American Airlines (AAL), Spirit Airlines (SAVE) and Southwest Airlines (LUV) experience softness in bookings as the Delta variant worsens air-travel demand

Portland to declare trade and travel ban against Texas

Portland will be voting on an emergency resolution Wednesday that would ban trading with Texas and bar city employees from traveling to the state as a direct response to the state’s

Alaska Airlines diverts flight to remove "disruptive" passengers

Once in the air, one of the five remaining members of the group reportedly started to threaten crew members and other passengers

Airlines are being too heavy-handed when enforcing mask policies for families with toddlers, says an industry expert

Airlines have repeatedly removed families or asked them to leave over child-mask rules. But an expert says treating toddlers like adults is foolish

Airlines Warn 5G on C-Band May Cause Major Disruptions | Digital Trends

Airline industry groups are going to the FCC with dire warnings about the danger of the C-band 5G rollout. We dig into if there's real cause for concern

Airlines quickly cancel flights amid changing European entry regulations

KLM became the first carrier to cancel flights after the Netherlands announced restrictive entry policies for Americans

Singular Stays: Unique Themed Hotels in France

Check out some of France’s unique themed hotels, from high-end, super-cool hideaways in Paris to quiet retreats in the provinces

Sharm El Sheikh hotels are Egypt’s most popular by wide margin

Egypt’s resort hotspot Sharm El Sheikh enjoyed a strong rebound in the second quarter of this year. Year-on-year, the beach destination saw a 38 percent increase in occupancy

Here's How To Tell If There Are Hidden Cameras In Your Hotel Room

Worried you're being spied on? Here's how to use your phone's camera to see if there are hidden cameras in your hotel room or Airbnb

First Impressions of Carnival Cruise Line's Newest Ship, Mardi Gras

I've been looking forward to cruising on Mardi Gras ever since Carnival Cruise Line announced the ship a few years ago. Mardi Gras is Carnival Cruise

More Cruise Lines Resume Service in September

As more cruise ships return to service around the world, additional cruise operators are also resuming guest operations. According to the September 2021

Cruise Line Suspends All Cruises to Help In New Orleans Ida Recovery Effort

Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line suspends all cruises and redeploys its only cruise ship to help with Hurricane Ida recovery efforts in New Orleans

Hurtigruten to celebrate 125th anniversary with naming of Fridtjof Nansen

In 1896, Hurtigruten Expeditions founded expedition cruising. 125 years later, what has grown to become the world’s largest expedition cruise line is naming its battery-hybrid powered Fridtjof Nansen in the birthplace of expedition

Epic European destinations for hikers, bikers, runners and skiers

Epic European destinations for hikers, bikers, runners and skiers

Fiji To Reopen Borders For Tourism In November

Fiji is planning to reopen its borders in November after vaccination levels rise and the country gets back to normal

Machu Picchu's strict pandemic rules may be here to stay

A new ticketing and touring system are helping some of Machu Picchu's overtourism problems

U.S. Nicknamed "Uncle Sam"

amuel Wilson, a Troy, New York meat packer, began supplying United States troops with barrels of meat on this day in 1813, and continued to do so throughout the war of 1812. Wilson stamped the

Do you need a visa to go to Thailand?

Thailand is one of the easiest places to visit in Asia thanks to inexpensive visas, and schemes allowing visa-free entry. Here's a guide for visitors

Certain countries use COVID-19 color maps: Here's what this system means for your travel

Red, green, yellow, orange, white - What do these colors mean for your upcoming vacation

5 Tips For A Fabulous Wine Tasting On Santorini

Santorini is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Greece - known for incredible wine, romantic cliffside hotels, and gorgeous sunsets

Israel will re-open to small groups of tourists

Israel will allow small foreign tour groups from selected countries to visit from September 19 under a pilot program to kick-start tourism, the government said on Sunday

Visitor arrested for violating travel quarantine rules on Maui

A 42-year-old visitor from Rhode Island was arrested on Maui for violation of the rules and orders of the travel quarantine

An entire generation of Americans has no idea how easy air travel used to be

For domestic travel, it was possible to arrive at the airport terminal 20 to 30 minutes before your flight and still be able to reach the gate in time to board

Alaska Airlines will give vaccinated employees $200, stops short of company mandate

Alaska Airlines will also offer employees $200 if they share their vaccine status by Oct. 15

United Airlines resumes flights at Newark, NJ airport after flooding

United Airlines on Thursday afternoon resumed operations at Newark Liberty International airport in New Jersey after disruptions caused by flooding from the remnants of Hurricane Ida

Travel industry rebound is threatened by airline hiring troubles

Missing workers are turning out to be as big a headache for airlines as missing luggage. U.S. carriers hoping to build out flight schedules face headwinds from unfilled jobs and, in the case of Southwest Airlines Co., a surprising spike in staffing no-shows

World's Best Hotels: A Paris Hidden Gem Worth Discovering

As travel returns, Europe is poised to be red hot and many famous Paris luxury hotels will be overrun This one is a bit of an insider's secret

Hedonistic hospitality: Virgin Hotels arrives in New Orleans

Guests checking in to the Virgin Hotels New Orleans will find residential-style rooms with partition doors and beds that 'do tricks'

Skip Cabo and Cancun Puerto Vallarta has a lush coast, beautiful beaches, and these 10 standout hotels

These are the best hotels in Puerto Vallarta including all-inclusive, family-friendly, luxury, and romantic hotels on the beach

The Founding of San Marino

The tiny nation of San Marino, landlocked in its entirety by Italy in the Apennine Mountains, was founded on this day. It has the third highest GDP in the world and boasts the smallest population of any of the members of the Council of Europe. San Marino is the oldest constitutional republic still

Florida named top travel destination this Labor Day weekend

This Labor Day weekend, half the country is planning to travel in some capacity, according to a study by finance website Value Penguin, and Florida is the top destination

10 Things Travel Advisors Say To Do Right Now If You're Planning A Trip To Europe

We reached out to travel specialist Carie Skerritt, owner of Dream Vacations, for tips on what to do if you have a European vacation planned

Australia Extends Travel Ban Until December 17th

Australia has extended its travel ban until December 2021 at the earliest due to rising cases of COVID-19 worldwide

Here's what travelers should know about at-home COVID-19 tests

Some at-home tests can be purchased at local retailers and pharmacies, and results can often be processed within minutes

Yes, you can book travel with bitcoin and other cryptocurrency – but should you?

There are advantages and disadvantages to using a digital currency to pay for travel expenses - and one benefit that almost no one is talking about

Black history at center of cycle tour

A chance meeting at a travel center started motorcycle enthusiast Eric Miksch down a path toward new adventure, new friends and a changed heart. Miksch, a Nebraska Air National Guard member who

21 Ultimate Things to Do in Puerto Vallarta

From the Malecon to the beach, including best restaurants, hikes, and adventures in the jungle, check out our best bets for Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

A Promising 2021 for Limassol Cruise Terminal

Cruising is back to DP World Limassol’s Cruise Terminal, said its Commercial Manager Lazaros Charalambous. “Cruises are going strong until October 2021,” he told Cruise Industry News

CLIA Australia’s Cruise Restart Plan Is All About Vaccinations

The Australian branch of Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the industry body representing most of the world’s cruise lines, has submitted a plan to resume cruising

I Sailed a Simulated Test Cruise on One of the Largest Ships in the World. Here’s What It Was Like…

Who wouldn’t be excited about sailing a simulated test cruise? These trips, required by the CDC for ships that plan to return with less than 95% of passengers vaccinated

Major Airlines Are Now Banning Cloth Masks on Planes

As COVID cases continue to rise around the world, many major airlines have decided to start banning cloth masks on flights

Delta Air Lines Partners With Spotify For Onboard Entertainment

Delta Air Lines has announced a new partnership with Spotify for customers to enjoy onboard music. Exclusively through the airline’s Delta Studio onboard entertainment offering

Alaska Airlines to require COVID vaccination for new hires

Alaska Airlines announced that it will require all new hires to be vaccinated against COVID-19

Carnival Cruise Ship Delayed at Amber Cove After Authorities Request Additional Details

Passengers were delayed in debarkation at Amber Cover from the Carnival Magic cruise ship after crew member COVID cases

Princess Cruises Alaska Review: What I Loved About the Cruise and Ship

Majestic Princess was originally built for the Chinese cruise market and because of that, the cruise ship has some unique locations that are not found on

Kusadasi Welcomes Blue Sapphire, First Cruise Ship Since Pandemic

After a long pause, Ege Port Kusadasi has welcomed its first cruise vessel, the Blue Sapphire sailing for Turkey-based cruise line, Selectum Blu Cruises

8 Tips For Preparing to Cruise in 2021

Cruising today looks a bit different than it did back in 2019. We've put together a list of tips for preparing to cruise in 2021

HotelStats: Hotel profit climbs higher, but could Delta derail it?

Global hotel performance is improving month by month. That's the good news. The more pressing concern is if it will remain that way. The hotel industry HotStats

The Buzziest New Hotels to Discover in Italy

Travelers from all over the world have long had a love affair with Italy, and it’s not hard to see why: the country has endearing locals, incredible food and wine, scenic landscapes, and historical sites that would take many lifetimes to see

Man facing charges after escaping quarantine hotel in New Zealand

New Zealand authorities said Thursday that a man who tested positive for COVID-19 could face a fine or jail time after he escaped a quarantine hotel to return home

Disney Showcases MASSIVE Suite at Most Luxurious California Hotel

Disney Parks have taken to TikTok to showcase the massica El Capitan Suite located at Disney's Grand Californian Hotel at Disneyland Resort

Collette will Continue to Offer tours to Europe for Fully Vaccinated Travelers

August 31, 2021 — COLLETTE will continue to operator tours to the European Union, amidst changes made for unvaccinated travelers earlier this week. The company, which requires travelers to be fully vaccinated for international travel, has successfully operated tours to Europe for the past six months. Collette has worked alongside government officials, tourism boards, and key partners during this time, to ensure a positive

The Great Fire of London

The Great Fire of London began on September 2, 1666 at the storefront bakery of Thomas Farriner on Pudding Lane. The mayor of London delayed calling for demolition of buildings around the fire, the chief means of fighting urban fires at the time. As a consequence of the delay, the fire spread rapidly. The conflagration consumed more than

5 tips to pack like a pro so you always have exactly what you need

Packing for your next trip can be an overwhelming headache. If you pack too light, you won’t be prepared. If you pack too much, traveling will be cumbersome — not to mention all those extra luggage fees

People used to book one vacation at a time. Now they've started 'trip stacking'

A growing number of people are booking two or even three trips over the same travel period in case Covid-related problems ruin their preferred plans

A Truffle-Hunting Tour Might Just Be Your New Favorite Pastime In Florence, Italy

No one truly understands truffle culture until they've been to Italy, and hunting these prized edible gems gives visitors a new appreciation for them

If You're Unvaccinated, The CDC Wants You To Stay Home This Labor Day Weekend

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has expressed concern about the further spread of the delta variant. Health officials have been concerned about holiday weekends during the pandemic

Mixed reactions to EU safe travel list: Bulgaria prohibits travel, Portugal plans to remain open

Some countries are tightening travel restrictions in light of new guidance from the EU, but Portugal plans to continue welcoming U.S. tourists

The Best Vacation Spots for Couples In the U.S.

From the islands of Hawaii to the farmland of Wyoming, these picks for the best travel spots for couples will encourage you to book a trip near or far to reconnect with your partner. Bookmark this now, set your flight notifications, and get ready to

Welcome to 'trip stacking,' where travelers wary of COVID-19 cancellations book multiple trips for the same vacation

One traveler told CNBC they booked a cruise from Athens to Rome and a trip to Hawaii for the same 10-day period

The Latest Vaccine Requirements For Travel

While the EU continues to roll out its Green Pass for European residents and international visitors, a common agreement between the United States and the EU took a step back at the end of August

What you need to know about traveling to Greece right now

There are new domestic restrictions in place across Greece and the Greek islands as the Delta variant spreads

Ireland and Croatia Are Staying Open For U.S. Travelers

The EU has recommended new restrictions on travelers from the U.S., but Ireland, Croatia, and Portugal say they will not be changing entry requirements

Delta Air Lines doubles flight attendant hiring target to 3,000

Delta Air Lines said Tuesday it is seeking an additional 1,500 flight attendants for next summer's schedule

U.S. airline passengers screened falls to lowest level since May

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) said it screened 1.345 million airline passengers on Tuesday, the lowest daily number since May 11 amid the spike in U.S. COVID-19 cases

These hotels and airlines offer the best rewards for loyal travelers

Travelers who always switch between hotels and airlines in search of the best deals may be missing out on some prime perks

RIP cloth masks? Why airlines and governments are banning them

Cloth masks, a staple of the pandemic, are now banned on some airlines and in public spaces in Germany and Austria, because there are no standards guiding their efficacy

Australian State Cuts Number Of International Arrivals Permitted

Australia’s most populous state, New South Wales (NSW), is halving the number of international passenger arrivals it will accept each week

United gives customers more time to use travel vouchers and flight credits

If the airline cancels your flight, you may be eligible for a full refund to your original form of payment, instead

Disney Cruise Line Is Bringing Snow to Their New Water Ride AquaMouse

Disney Cruise Line has announced the latest feature of the AquaMouse, a new water ride that will be on their next new cruise ship Disney Wish. AquaMouse

Crystal's Luxury River Cruises Set Sail Again In Europe

After an 18 month break due to the pandemic, Crystal River Cruises are beginning to sail the Danube, Rhine and Moselle rivers again with special itineraries through the end of the year

After Banning Cruise Ships, Venice Puts a Cap on Day Trippers

Electronic turnstiles at entry points and a dedicated booking app are also being introduced alongside the Venice tourist tax on day trippers

Best Cruise Ship Hotels Near Major U.S. Homeports

Here are the best 3 cruise ship hotels near major U.S. homeports, including the price level and any shuttle services

The next 'world's biggest cruise ship' starts sea trials

Wonder of the Seas will have a 6988-guest maximum capacity, the highest among all Oasis-class ships with 2867 staterooms

Switzerland's New All-suite Hotel Has Michelin-starred Restaurants, Luxury Spa Treatments, and Stunning Lake and Mountain Views

The Woodward is Geneva's first all-suite hotel, and it sits on Lake Geneva with stunning vistas of Mont Blanc

Fiji hopes to open to international travel by Nov. 1

The remote island says it wants to open by the beginning of November

CDC adds Puerto Rico, Switzerland, others to 'very high' COVID-19 travel risk list

The CDC said Puerto Rico, Guam, St. Lucia and Switzerland are among the places travelers should avoid visiting due to rising COVID-19 cases

Take a spooky house tour where BBC's hit show 'Ghosts' is filmed

To recap the plot of the hit BBC show, it follows married couple Alice (played by Charlotte Ritchie) and Mark (Kiell Smith-Bynoe) who discover that Alice's dead aunt left her mansion to her niece

Tourists, industry in limbo after EU drops US from safe travel list

It is up to individual countries to decide whether to follow the EU's recommendation

Ways the Hotel Industry Can Prepare for the Travel Boom

As the pandemic recedes, a new era of travel seems to be around the corner. A large population all over the world has been vaccinated and caseloads have seen a reduction

This Is One of the Most Fascinating Ways to See Rome

This itinerary will take you through some of Rome's most interesting neighborhoods, so take it at a leisurely pace with plenty of time for cups of coffee, aperitifs, and lunch

Panama beckons with outdoor wellness escapes

It’s no secret that nature and the outdoors have been a safe haven for many during the past year, providing a much-needed space to feel at ease and focus on personal wellness. As more countries around the world open their borders

The Fall of Atlanta

Union Army General William T. Sherman entered Atlanta, Georgia, on this day in 1864. The move was highly tactical, cutting off key supply lines for the Confederate army of the South. As they retreated from the city, the Confederates detonated much of the city's munitions to keep them

Industry’s education leader enlightens consumers on distinct value of certified agents

FRAMINGHAM, MA, August 31, 2021 – As an industry, we understand the value travelers gain when working with a travel agent. Along with saving time and often money, there is peace of mind, expertise, and much more travelers gain when working with a travel professional rather than booking on their own. The COVID crisis of the last 18+ months has certainly illuminated that value for countless travelers and for our industry. And so, at this critical time when travelers want desperately to travel but are apprehensive about navigating ever-changing travel risks, options and protocols, the time is right for The Travel Institute to emphasize and educate consumers about the value certified travel agents bring to the travel planning process before, during, and after a trip. I believe

Beyond Times Square Rolls Out Four New Luxury, Private Bicycle Tours

August 25, 2021 – New York, NY— Beyond Times Square (BTSQ), a New York City-based leading luxury travel service company recently announced the launch of their four new luxury, private bicycle tours in New York City. The tours were designed to encompass the city’s most sought-after sites as well as various hidden gems. They also come at a perfect time to bike ride around the Big Apple, thanks to the onset of autumn as well as the fact that the recent mandate that requires you to show proof of vaccination at

Virgin Australia to make vaccines mandatory for airline staff

Virgin Australia is the latest airline to push for vaccination being mandatory for its staff. The carrier confirmed it had proposed requiring front-line, customer-facing employees to be fully vaccinated by

The Most Notable New Airline Routes This Week

Welcome to our fifth routes newsletter. As you’ll see, the photos we use are celebratory in nature. As most new routes or relaunches go uncelebrated

EU takes U.S. off safe travel list; backs COVID-19 travel restrictions

The recommendation is not binding on its 27 member states, and travel from the bloc to the U.S. is still restricted

Alaska Airlines opens new SFO Lounge featuring local craft beers, build-your own-sourdough toast bar, hand crafted espresso drinks and a SF Giants-themed kids play area

Today, Alaska Airlines is taking the Bay Area to new heights as it unveils its brand-new Lounge at San Francisco International Airport (SFO). With sights of the city and runway throughout

Bequia Beach Hotel: The ultimate in luxury seclusion

Known as the Caribbean’s best-kept secret, the petite island of Bequia is a remote and paradisiacal destination stretching just seven square miles

38 Best Hotels in Rome

Our favorite places to stay in the Eternal City

Dog-Friendly Hotels Perfect For A Vacation With The Pooch

Here's a quick rundown of several dog-friendly hotels around the world that offer perks for both pups and their human masters

A cruise line is offering 2 around-the-world cruises in 2023 after its previous global sailings sold out in 'record time'

Both of Viking's world cruises will depart from Florida in late December 2023. Prices start at about $55,000 per person

Cruises return to Costa Rica this week

The latest headlines and information from Costa Rica including breaking news, weather, travel, events, sports and more

CDC Elevates Two More Caribbean Cruise Destinations To Level 4

The CDC elevates its travel notice to Level 4 for Puerto Rico and St. Lucia, two Caribbean cruise destinations

Brazilian 2021-2022 Cruise Season Update

After more than a year, cruise ships are set to return to Brazil on October 31. With a total of seven ships expected in the local market the 2021-2022 season

CDC adds 7 destinations to ‘very high’ Covid-19 travel risk list, including Puerto Rico and Switzerland

Switzerland and Puerto Rico are now among the highest-risk destinations for travelers, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s regularly updated travel advisories list

Here’s What To Do If You Test Positive For Covid-19 While Traveling Outside The U.S.

The lowdown on why international travel can feel like rolling the dice these days

Hawaii Travel Update: A New Emergency Order, Announced Yesterday, Makes Dining Out On Oahu Very Difficult For The Unvaccinated

Oahu announced a new mandate that will require proof of vaccine or a negative COVID-19 test to enter a variety of establishments

Splurge or Save? Here's How to Build the Perfect Walt Disney World Vacation for Your Budget

Craft the Walt Disney World vacation that's perfect for you (and your wallet)

The Murder of Mary Ann Nichols

Charles Cross, a market stall operator, was the first to discover the body of Mary Ann Nichols, laying on the ground on what is now Durward Street, in the Whitechapel area of London near the London Hospital. She had last been seen alive walking the Whitechapel Road in a new bonnet, one she hoped would assist her earning capacity in the lurid trades plied in the area. No reports

U.S. adds Canada to its "reconsider travel" advisory list amid COVID-19 -State Dept

The U.S. State Department has raised its travel advisory alert for Canada to a "level  3 – reconsider travel" status amid the ongoing

Oman Reopening To Vaccinated Travelers From September 1st

Oman will reopen its borders to fully vaccinated travelers from September 1st in a bid to boost its economy

Afghan woman gives birth on evacuation flight to Britain

An Afghan woman on board an evacuation flight to Britain gave birth to a baby girl early on Saturday with assistance from the cabin crew, Turkish Airlines said in a statement

Italy's New National Airline Reveals US Route Plans | One Mile at a Time

Alitalia's replacement, ITA, has filed with US authorities to request permission to fly to the United States. Here's what we can expect

British Airways Plans To Launch Low-Cost European Airline

A member to its staff revealed that British Airways is planning to launch a low-cost airline offering short-haul European flights

Where Are The World's Busiest Airports This August?

For the past 18 months, the travel downturn has played havoc with airlines and airports worldwide. Some big-name global aviation hubs have seen their status diminished while others have been suddenly thrust into the spotlight

Another Cruise Line Changes Requirements to Cruise

Another cruise line has changed their requirements to cruise on their cruise ship that offers short cruises to the Bahamas. Following an order implemented

Celebrity Cruises Ship by Ship Restart Summary

With a number of its vessels back cruising, Royal Caribbean Group's Celebrity Cruises brand will see its fleets continue to enter service this fall and

Disney to Require Vaccinations for Bahamas Cruises

Disney Cruise Line on Tuesday joined other lines that dock in Florida in planning to require COVID-19 vaccinations for most passengers ages 12 or older traveling to the Bahamas

Viking Cruise News: Expedition Cruise Ships To Have COVID-19 Testing Labs

Viking's expedition ships, debuting in 2022, will have onboard lab facilities so passengers can be tested for COVID-19, the cruise line's founder and chairman said

5 Luxury Hotels With Breathtaking Landscapes

From cliff tops boasting bird’s-eye views of historic villages to cave dwellings dating back to the Stone Age, it is through natural landscapes that we can experience travel most

Readers voted these eco-friendly hotels as the best in the United States

For a sustainable stay, book one of these 10 best eco-friendly hotels, as voted by USA TODAY 10Best readers

Luxury Boutique Hotels To Stay At In Jamaica

Jamaica's all-inclusive resorts, beautiful beaches and party vibe are all reasons why visitors flock to this island destination regularly

US Hotel Occupancy Continues To Slide

With surging COVID-19 infection rates and most schools now back in session, it’s not surprising that U.S. hotel occupancy continues to dip

Top 7 Day Trips From Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

7 Day Trips from Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. There are plenty of options to explore and spend a few days in less crowded locations, fantastic destinations that offer incredible one-of-a-kind experiences

EU to recommend reinstating Covid-related travel restrictions on US

The European Union is expected to recommend on Monday that member states reinstate Covid-related travel restrictions and halt nonessential travel from the United States and five other countries

Some countries are setting vaccine expiration dates for travel

You got vaccinated, but now some countries are imposing time limits on the COVID-19 vaccines

Thinking about a working getaway? Here are the world's top 10 spots for 'workations'

As telecommuting has proven necessary, practical and long-lasting for many amid the pandemic, a common thought’s been occurring to employees worldwide

10 Healthy Tips for Travelers With High Cholesterol

Healthy tips for eating out, packing medications, staying active, and more, from a doctor

Greece Has Welcomed Over 6 Million Tourists So Far This Year

As the summer season is coming to an end, the Greek Minister of Tourism, Haris Theocharis, has acclaimed the country’s performance during the season and pointed out that the country has welcomed more than six million tourists

How To Plan A Trip To Canada's Yukon Territory Before It Gets Too Cold

Canada's Yukon Territory is an adventure just waiting to happen, and before temps drop below freezing, there's plenty that potential visitors can do

10 Fantastic Things To Do In Catalina Island

California's Catalina Island is the perfect getaway for a day trip or a long weekend. It exudes European charm amid a warm climate

Greece's entertainment venues, restaurants, bars to require proof of vaccination or recent recovery

The measures limit access to certain indoor venues only to those who are vaccinated or have recently recovered from COVID-19

Mary Shelley

Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley, née Godwin, was born on this day in 1797. Her mother died 11 days after her birth, and she was subsequently raised by her father who provided her a somewhat eccentric, but rich, education. She married the poet Percy Bysshe Shelley and traveled extensively through Europe. In 1816, the couple spent the summer near Geneva, Switzerland with Lord Byron, where she conceived the

The Krakatoa Eruption

During the spring and summer of 1883, the volcano on the South Pacific island of Krakatoa had been particularly active. In August of that year, however, the eruptions intensified, and on August 24th they began to occur every 10 minutes. On August 27th, the volcano erupted with a series of four explosions that, by most calculations, created the single loudest noise in recorded history. Tsunamis followed

These are some unique concierge services offered by hotels

Many hotel concierge services provide assistance in unique areas. Here are some unique concierge services offered by hotels around the world

Cooler than gelato: 25hours opens its first hotel in Italy

The first 25hours hotel in Italy will open on 8 September 2021. The 25hours Hotel Piazza San Paolino occupies a central location in the Santa Maria Novella district at the heart of Florence

Southwest Airlines cuts flights to fix operational challenges

The cuts are on top of its recent reductions in response to slower bookings and increased cancellations due to the spread of the Delta variant of the coronavirus

Lufthansa To Join SWISS Requiring Mandatory Crew Vaccinations

Lufthansa is to join its group airline, SWISS, requiring that flight crew are fully vaccinated moving forward. The airline says that international flight operations will not be feasible in the future without

Unruly passengers on Orlando flights figure high amid $1 million in FAA fines for hostile incidents

A man threw his luggage at other passengers. A woman refused to wear a mask, shouted obscenities at the crew and punched a passenger. A man assaulted fellow passengers because someone would not

Why are these popular destinations saying no to tourists?

If you’ve ever lived in a popular tourist city like London or Paris, you’ll know just how much visitors can mess with your day

Air travel hits summer low due to concerns over the delta variant

Rising concerns about the COVID surge has led travelers to cancel their flights in large numbers as the TSA reported the biggest dip in air travel since May

Slovenia Entry Rules Amid COVID-19: What Travellers Need to Know

Slovenia is a country of beautiful lakes, rivers alongside rocky mountains, ancient caves, and enchanting castles. The country is known for Predjama Castle, a Renaissance castle built within the cave

Solo Travel: What is it really like?

Travelling alone is becoming ever-more popular, especially with female adventurers. We look at the pros and cons of solo travel

8 Spectacular Fall Foliage Train Rides In The U.S.

Amtrak offers several train routes across the country that are full of fall foliage. Check these out this leaf-peeping season

A walking tour of Hannover, one of Germany's greenest cities

For an eco-conscious city break, compact, outdoorsy Hannover is a pedestrian's dream, writes Jennifer Curcio

What to expect for Labor Day travel

With Labor Day approaching and summer ending, Americans looking to take one last vacation can expect a busy holiday weekend with full flights

Discover stunning UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Germany

Seven new locations awarded WHS status during the 44th UNESCO meeting in China

Traveling to France during Covid-19: What you need to know before you go

If you're planning to travel to France, here's what you'll need to know and expect if you want to visit during the Covid-19 pandemic

Royal Caribbean Changes Procedure for Back-to-Back Cruises

Royal Caribbean makes changes for guests on back-to-back cruises testing requirements and packing up from the ship

Viking Announces New 2023-2024 Viking World Cruise

Viking today announced its new 2023-2024 Viking World Cruise, which will span 138 days, 28 countries and 57 ports, with overnight stays in 11 cities

Can This Be Real? Is This the Safest Method of Travel Right Now?

No airplane, hotel, movie theater, restaurant, or your local Target is mandated to have a 95% vaccination rate, the assurance that 100% of those around you have tested negatively recently, and a

Central Holidays’ Flexible “When In…” Tailor-created Independent Vacation Packages See Significant Increase in Requests for Recent Tourism Re-openings in Europe

Moonachie, NJ – (August 25, 2021) – Award-winning travel brand Central Holidays is pleased to report that the company is seeing a significant increase in requests for their signature “When In…” independent vacation packages. Featuring the ultimate in flexibility, Central Holidays’ novel “When In…” packages that give travelers near-endless options for personalizing their vacations are seeing a significant increase in

Australia's Qantas expects to resume international flights to US in December

Australia's largest airline, Qantas, aims to resume international flights to the U.S. and other countries with high vaccination rates in mid-December

U.S. Travel Ban: Airlines Push Back Schedules Fearing A November Open

A major airline is pushing back the scheduled restart of its London-New York flights from September to November. Without any new updates from the White House, many are now hoping for

Nineteenth Amendment

A mere 96 years ago, women had no Constitutionally guaranteed right to vote in elections. In January of 1918, President Woodrow Wilson announced that he was supporting a new amendment to the US Constitution that would give women the right to vote. The House of Representatives passed the amendment, but it failed in the Senate after a series of delays. The National Woman's Party began a campaign

Saudia airline to only allow vaccinated passengers on domestic flights from September

Rule does not apply to children under 12 or people exempt from taking the vaccine

The EU is considering barring American tourists—again

The bloc is reluctant to close the region to U.S. tourists, even with high infection rates

Hurtigruten adds Russia's White Sea to expanding expedition cruise lineup

Ever-expanding Hurtigruten Expeditions is adding Russia's White Sea to its offerings

In defiance of FL mandate, Disney requires vaccination on cruises

In a move that directly defies Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ ban on businesses requiring patrons to provide proof of vaccination, Disney Cruise Lines will now require all guests over the age of 12 on certain cruises to be

What to Expect on Your Next Cruise Vacation

Ready to hit the high seas? Here's what you need to know

Semester at Sea Announces Fall 2023 and Spring 2024 Itineraries

Semester at Sea has announced two new itineraries for the fall 2023 and spring 2024 seasons aboard the World Odyssey, which also operates and is better known as the Deutschland during the summer season for

European digital nomad destinations that will pay you to move there

Here are the destinations in Europe paying digital nomads to work there

Greece Announces New Restrictions For Unvaccinated Travelers

Greece has announced several new restrictions that affect unvaccinated people planning on visiting the country

Hitting the Road in Iceland

Iceland is a unique balance of popping city, beautiful wilderness, and culinary adventure that makes it the ultimate family trip that, while not very far-flung, will feel other-worldly. Here is everything you need to know about before

Call for USA to end vaccine restrictions so transatlantic travel can restart

Main American health authority currently does not recognise AstraZeneca as an approved Covid-19 vaccine

SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS RETURNS TO THE SKIES WITH TAKE OFF DATE SET FOR SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Johannesburg, South Africa (August 25, 2021) - The wait is finally over. In just under a month, the striking and familiar livery of South African Airways (SAA) will once again be visible in the skies as the airline resumes operations. The carrier has confirmed the first flights will commence on Thursday, September 23, 2021. Tickets will go on sale on Thursday, 26 August 2021. Voyager bookings and Travel Credit Voucher redemption will be available from Monday, 6 September 2021. Interim CEO Thomas Kgokolo says, “After months of diligent work, we are delighted that SAA is resuming service and we look forward to welcoming on board our loyal passengers and flying the South African flag. We continue to be a safe carrier and adhering to

Travelling to Malta Amid COVID-19: Rules & Restrictions Explained

Malta is one of the European countries that continue to keep in place some of the strictest restrictions in order to protect public health and avoid an upsurge in new COVID-19 cases. The Maltese authorities have continually advised against

Expedia Releases Top 12 Dog-Friendly Hotels Around the World

What better way to celebrate International Dog Day on August 26 than by planning a trip specially designed for you and your pooch? Expedia® dug through traveler reviews to identify the most paw-pular hotels

Hard Rock Hotel's Velvet Sessions show series returns to Orlando with Bret Michaels headlining

For fans of Poison frontman and Rock of Love rocker Bret Michaels, 'the tour ends starts here' in Orlando. Well, more of a one-night stand, actually, as Michaels comes to town for a one-off show as headliner of

The Best New Hotels in the U.K. for Your Next Visit

Including the London outpost of New York's NoMad and a Regency-era renovation in the countryside.

Hawaii Wants Tourists to Postpone Their Trips, but Many Aren't Yet

The state's governor is asking travelers to delay visiting as Covid-19 cases rise, citing pressure on hospitals in the state. That has led tourists to weigh the admonition alongside their

Alitalia closure: How to get a refund on your cancelled flight

The airline is officially closing so passengers with flights booked after October 15 should read on for what to do next

Delta Air Lines is raising health insurance premiums for unvaccinated employees by $200 a month to cover higher Covid costs

Delta is the latest company to issue new rules for employee vaccinations, but stopped short of an outright mandate

Lufthansa Prepares For Return Of Its Famous Oktoberfest Flights

Lufthansa is preparing for the return of its popular Oktoberfest flights. Each year the airline goes out of

Passengers Use Inflatable Slide as Alaska Airlines Flight Evacuated in Seattle Due to Fire

An Alaska Airlines flight had to evacuate shortly after landing at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Washington, on August 23 after a passenger’s mobile device went on fire

Carnival Cruise Line says unvaccinated passengers won't be allowed on board unless they have a doctor's note

Starting August 28, unvaccinated people on Florida, Texas, Louisiana, Alabama, and Maryland-based ships must prove they are medically exempt

Crystal Symphony becomes first ship to resume service from Boston

Crystal Cruises' Crystal Symphony has departed from Boston, Massachusetts, on the first cruise from the city since the start of the Covid-19

Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas Returns from Sea Trials

Royal Caribbean International's Wonder of the Seas returned from a five-day set of sea trials on Tuesday evening, docking at Chantiers de l'Atlantique in the early evening, according to local sources

8 Safety Tips for Solo Female Travel

A common question asked by women who want to travel is if solo female travel is safe. Some women wonder which destinations are safe and which aren’t. Some want to know if they can do it by themselves, even if

Venice, Italy To Require Reservations, Entry Fee Starting Next Summer

As travel ramps up again in Venice, officials are moving forward with several new policies designed to reduce the numbers of tourists

The Egadi Islands, Italy's Best Kep Secret

The Egadi Islands are an archipelago located off the western shores of Sicily. These islands have a different slice of Italian life, where the locals live a relaxed, Bohemian type lifestyle

My 10 Favorite International Destinations For Music Lovers

Music lovers travel the world over to see their favorite artists or performances. The venues are often as spectacular as the shows

Costa Rica to Offer New Digital Nomad Visa for Travelers

In an effort to boost the local economy, the government of Costa Rica recently passed legislation to implement a new digital nomad visa

Puglia’s Nine-Suite Palazzo Daniele Design Hotel

Some hotels support a vacation; other hotels are the vacation. At the very bottom of the “heel of the boot” that defines the sunny Italian region of Puglia

The Liberation of Paris

The Liberation of Paris from Nazi occupation reached its climax in late August, 1944. Nazi Germany had occupied and administered Paris since June, 1940 in collaboration with the puppet Viche regime. The French Resistance continued to conduct its guerilla warfare bravely, but against overwhelming

Top 12 Dog-Friendly Hotels Around the World

What better way to celebrate International Dog Day on August 26 than by planning a trip specially designed for you and your pooch

Sir Joan, Ibiza hotel review

Sir Joan is a design-driven boutique that provides a hit of urban sophistication beside Ibiza Town's port

Hawaii governor asks tourists to stay away as Covid cases and hospitalizations hit record highs

Hawaii Gov. David Ige asked tourists to voluntarily stay away from the state amid a record surge in Covid-19 cases and hospitalizations, though he stopped short of placing onerous restrictions

Cell Phone Catches Fire On Alaska Airlines Flight

A cell phone caused a fire to break out in the cabin of an Alaska Airlines Boeing 737. Here's what we know about this incident

Several Airlines Now Banning Cloth Face Coverings During Flights

Learn what some domestic airlines prohibit passengers from wearing to comply with the TSA mask mandate

The EU digital Covid certificate

The European Commission have launched its own pass named 'EU Digital Covid Certificate' which should facilitate free movement within the EU

Passenger dies of COVID-19 amid outbreak on Carnival cruise ship

A 77-year-old woman became the first reported death among passengers since cruises resumed in June from the Caribbean and United States

Hurtigruten Adds Third Battery Hybrid-Powered Ship as Expedition Cruising Resumes

Hurtigruten Expeditions has introduced the expedition cruise line's third battery-hybrid powered ship - MS Otto Sverdrup. Hurtigruten said that with MS Otto

CDC Increases Travel Advisory for Two Popular Cruise Destinations

The CDC increases its cruise travel advisory to level 4 for the two popular cruise destinations of the Bahamas and St. Maarten

Seabourn unveils inaugural sailings on luxury expedition ship Seabourn Venture

Seabourn cruises onboard new cruise ship Seabourn Venture featuring the British Isles and departing in 2022 are now on sale

20 all-time-favorite hotels escapes of the A' design award and competition

as one of the world’s leading annual juried competition for design, A’ design award and competition continues to promote and recognize the best design works globally with a wide range of creative

The most beautiful national park lodges in Glacier, Yellowstone, Yosemite, Grand Canyon

These hotels boast grand nature-inspired lobbies and dining rooms, comfortable guest rooms that blend backcountry elegance with modern amenities

All of the lavish new hotels set to open in Dubai soon

Some of the much-awaited properties will launch with them, a range of exciting dining concepts, lavish pool facilities, and citywide views

Hawaii governor urges visitors not to travel to islands amid COVID surge

Hawaii's governor asked that visitors and residents reduce travel to the islands to essential business only as the state struggles to control COVID

U.S. Adds 6 Countries To 'Do Not Travel' List Including The Bahamas

The US has updated its travel advisories, which includes updates to the Bahamas and other destinations around the world

Italy is the Ultimate Golf Destination

Golfing in Italy is unlike golfing anywhere else on earth. As the country prepares to host the Ryder Cup in 2023, here's what you need to know to tee off in Italia

How to survive hotel quarantine (both mentally and physically)

Indian travellers, there's a 10-14 day isolation waiting for you at your next destination. Here's a guide to surviving hotel quarantine

13 epic experiences to tick off in Thailand

From island-hopping to responsible elephant tourism, discover the most incredible travel experiences in Thailand

Everything Travelers Can Do In The Maldives That Are Off The Beaten Track

The Maldives is known for its sun, sand, and crystal-clear waters, but travelers may want to consider trying something new while on vacation

CNBC road test: The U.S. EV charging network isn't ready for your family road trip, let alone the expected wave of new cars

One of the biggest barriers to EV adoption is the charging network. There are roughly 136,400 gas stations in the U.S., but just 43,800 EV charging stations

The Destruction of Pompeii

It was the day after Vulcanalia, the festival of the Roman god of fire. On August 24th, death rained down on the Roman village of Pompeii from Mount Vesuvius. For several weeks, the wells around the town had begun to go dry. A series of small earth tremors began. Then, on August 24th, the eruption commenced and lasted for

Skiing in Africa? Tourists hit Lesotho slopes despite COVID-19 woes

Suggest a holiday in Africa and most people picture baking hot sun, palm-fringed beaches or herds of wildebeest galloping across the savannah. Few think of skiing

Airlines That Have Banned Cloth Masks for Passengers

Now that mask mandates are established, many popular airlines will ban cloth masks for passengers on flights

Pentagon Orders US Airlines Provide 18 Planes to Help With Afghan Evacuation

The civilian planes are being requested through a program known as the Civil Reserve Air Fleet

What it’s like flying 2 of the world’s best airlines during the pandemic

How two of the world's best airlines -- Emirates and Etihad -- stack up during the pandemic

A New Hoteliers' Group Hopes To Overcome Hawaii's Backlash Against Tourism

The Hawaii Hotel Alliance is joining the isle landscape of tourism industry associations

Caribbean countries at risk of joining red list as 80 travel testing firms receive warning

Few countries are likely to be upgraded to green in the next travel update, predict experts

The best things to do in Bogotá, Colombia

When it comes to coffee and culture, graffiti and gold, the metropolitan capital city does not disappoint

CDC Releases New Guidance For Cruise Ship Travelers

From August 20th, the CDC recommends that people who are at increased risk for severe illness from Covid-19 should avoid cruises altogether

Tougher Hawaii travel restrictions possible as COVID-19 surge continues

State and county officials are considering bringing back COVID-19 testing for vaccinated domestic travelers, as well as implementing other requirements aimed at halting the spread of the coronavirus

Six Stunning Greek Islands You Won’t Want To Leave

An inspiring list of six beautiful, fascinating and friendly Greek islands for overseas visitors to explore and enjoy

10 Important Ranger Tips For Visiting Golden Gate Park

Before embarking on an adventure at Golden Gate National Recreation Area, check out these tips from the rangers who work there

Cruise Lines Back in Service as of August 2021

As half of the world's cruise fleet returns to revenue sailings in August in August, 58 cruise lines are currently in service globally. According to the

Carnival Cruise Line Changes Unvaccinated Guest Policy

Carnival Cruise Line has announced changes to its unvaccinated guest policy beginning August 28

Heartwarming: Delta Air Lines Helps With A Customer's Proposal

A loyal Delta Air Lines customer by the name of Brennan decided that he wanted to make his marriage proposal extra special by having the airline involved

JetBlue Mint To London: 10 Things I Loved

JetBlue just launched transatlantic flights with Airbus A321LRs. Here are 10 things I loved about the Mint business class experience

9 Hyatt Redemptions With Outsized Value

These Hyatt hotels stand out for providing better value than expected given their price in points

Green list travel: Madeira is an island paradise of tropical forests

Green list travel: Madeira is an island paradise of tropical forests

Blue Lagoon or Sky Lagoon? What to Know About Iceland's Famous Pools

Comparing Iceland's Blue Lagoon and Sky Lagoon? Here's what you need to know before you visit

Eugene Bullard

Eugene Bullard joined the French Foreign Legion upon the outbreak of World War I. A native of Georgia, he traveled back to the United States to enlist and fight for his country when the U.S. joined the war. Though he passed his physical, the government denied him a commission as a pilot because of his race. He finished the war flying for the French where he flew some 20 missions and shot down at

American Airlines will not serve alcohol until January 2022

Don't expect to buy any booze on an American Airline flight until next year at the earliest

Mongolian Airlines Operates Flight With 100% Health Passport Usage

Mongolian Airlines has operated its first 100% health passport-verified flight. The long-haul charter flight from Johannesburg to Ulaanbaatar required all passengers to test negative and upload their results within

How to spot travel scams before they happen – including legal ones from legit companies

If you feel as if you have a target on your back, then you have a lot in common with Mary Munez. She fell for a clever travel scam on a recent

American Airlines to fly between Chicago and Costa Rica

American Airlines will soon fly nonstop between Chicago and Costa Rica

8 Best Cannabis-Friendly Travel Destinations For 2021

The world has changed a lot in the last few years. The global pandemic has rekindled the need for many to travel, let loose, and relax. Laws have changed

Traveling to France during Covid-19: What you need to know before you go

If you’re planning to travel to France, here’s what you’ll need to know and expect if you want to visit during the Covid-19 pandemic

New 10-minute Covid test boosts holiday hopes

Speedy new test is just as sensitive as a PCR, say developers

10 best eco-friendly family attractions in the UK

What are the best eco-friendly places for families? Uswitch have analysed the best eco-friendly attractions for parents and children to enjoy

Five Cities in North America That Give Travelers ‘European Vacation’ Feels

The history, the culture, the beautiful scenery — there are so many reasons to love European travel. But if an international destination isn’t on the horizon for you just yet

The Assassination of Leon Trotsky

Leon Trotsky was a Russian revolutionary and Marxist theorist, and one of the key leaders of the Russian October Revolution. In the Communist Party, Trotsky was second in stature only to Lenin. His opposition to the rise of Joseph Stalin, however, earned him powerful enemies. Trotsky was cast out of the Communist party and deported from

US Hotel Performance Dips with Schools Back in Session

While there is nothing "normal" about this year's hotel performance levels, the data is showing a return to the normal seasonality that causes hotel occupancy to ebb and flow

New Orleans Virgin Hotel opens; more North American debuts

Recent openings in North America include a Virgin Hotel in New Orleans, a flagship Novotel property in Mexico City, the first boutique hotel in openings

Bahamas issues emergency order requiring cruise passengers to be vaccinated

Cruise lines that seek to bring passengers to the Bahamas, even private islands, will only be allowed if all their passengers 12 and older are vaccinated after the country updated its emergency COVID-19 declaration

China completes all-electric cruise ship hull construction

China has completed the hull construction of a purely electric-drive cruise ship at Yichang Shipbuilding Industrial Park

Norwegian Cruise Line Fleet Location Update

With three ships back in service in three different regions, the Norwegian Cruise Line fleet is spread out. As three more vessels are set to resume

US extends non-essential travel restrictions with Canada and Mexico

The US is extending non-essential travel restrictions at its land borders with Canada and Mexico through at least September 21, the Department of Homeland Security announced Friday, citing the Delta variant of the coronavirus

U.S. FAA tops $1 mln in proposed fines for disruptive airline passengers

The Federal Aviation Administration said Thursday it was proposing $531,545 in civil penalties against 34 airline passengers over unruly behavior, bringing its total

New budget airline Avelo Airlines expanding to East Coast with Florida flights

Avelo Airlines' new flights between tiny New Haven airport and four Florida vacation spots begin in November

First Look at Le Grand Contrôle hotel, Versailles

In the legendary grounds of Versailles, a grand hotel arrival pays tribute to the maximalist splendour of its setting

Southwest pilots' union considers picketing over the holidays to protest lack of hotels, fatigue

Southwest pilots' union is considering holiday airport pickets to protest fatigue and a lack of hotels

Hurricane Grace makes landfall in Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula

After striking Haiti and impacting other Caribbean islands this week as a tropical storm, Category 1 Hurricane Grace hit the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico on Thursday morning

Two Carnival Cruise Ships Cancel Port of Call Due to Hurricane Grace

Two Carnival cruise ships cancel the port of call at Cozumel in Mexico due to Hurricane Grace. Carnival Vista and Carnival Breeze are sailing sea days instead

Norwegian Cruise Line extends 100% vaccination requirement through year's end

Here's the latest news regarding Norwegian Cruise Lines vaccination requirements

Crystal Announces New Caribbean and Bahamas Cruises for Symphony in 2021-2022

Crystal Cruises has announced that the Crystal Symphony will be deployed to the Caribbean between late November 2021 through March 2022, launching a new

The Perfect Three-day Weekend in Iceland

Yes, Iceland is the perfect long weekend trip. Where else can you see several natural wonders and be back at work on Monday

JetBlue launches a low-cost transatlantic flight

It has a better chance to stay aloft than failing forerunners

Abandoned Movie Sets You Can Visit

Suppose you have ever visited a movie or TV. In that case, you have a good idea of its bustling atmosphere with the cameras rolling

Going Off the Map in Tasmania's Highlands and Forest Lodges

Where trees live for millennia, trout surf on lakes, and modernist hotels stitch together the past and future

PCR testing ‘rip-off’: Watchdog warned government in April

The Competition and Markets Authority has told the BBC it warned government officials that consumers could face risks from the fast-growing Covid PCR testing industry in April and May

Why Maldives seems to be a tourist-favourite destination during the pandemic

What is making tourists whisk off to the paradise islands

National Park Service is celebrating its birthday with free admission to all of its sites

The National Park Service is turning 105 on Aug. 25. Visitors can enjoy free admission to all 423 of its sites that day

Croatia and Austria Set A Vaccine 'Expiry Date' For Travelers

Austria is the second country to set an expiry date for Covid-19 vaccine passports after it was announced by Croatia last month

5 super beaches in Seychelles to cure you from the COVID travel blahs

Nearly 60,000 tourists have arrived in Seychelles since it re-opened its borders to the world on March 25 after shutting off tourism due to the COVID-19 pandemic

Salem Witch Trials

On August 19, 1692, five people, one woman and four men, were executed by hanging for the crime of witchcraft in Salem, Massachussetts. The five, Susannah Martin, George Burroughs, John Willard, George Jacobes, and John Proctor were caught up in the hysteria caused by a strange affliction of young women in the town. The first accused and arrested were social outcasts and of

TSA extends into January mask rule for airline passengers

The Transportation Security Administration's current order was scheduled to expire Sept. 13

United Airlines warns flight attendants not to duct tape unruly passengers

United Airlines has asked its flight attendants to not use duct tape to restrain unruly passengers to their seats

Travel to the North Pole on board a luxury airship

Nearly a century after legendary polar explorer Roald Amundsen voyaged to the North Pole by airship, Swedish company OceanSky is planning to open the Arctic up to luxury trips onboard a 16-person

One of the US' largest hotel owners is charging guests $25 to use the swimming pool and $20 for early check-in — but is cutting room prices in return

Some hotel owners are also charging guests extra for daily housekeeping, industry executives told the WSJ

Richard Branson Is Taking Over the Big Easy With the Opening of Virgin Hotels New Orleans

Sir Richard Branson is ready to invite you to his new place in New Orleans

16 of the world's best hotel swimming pools

From Singapore and Namibia to Cornwall and New York, these luxury pools are one-of-a-kind

Regent's 15 New Ports of Call for 2023-2024, Revealed

Regent Seven Seas Cruises has unveiled its new 2023-2024 Voyage Collection, featuring 15 new ports of call with reservations opening on Aug. 18, 2021

Just Back From Virgin Voyages' New Cruise Ship: Scarlet Lady: Hits & Misses

I've just returned from a four-day "Summer Weekdaze" cruise to nowhere in the English Channel on Virgin Voyages new ship, Scarlet Lady. The ship is coming soon to the United States, and the Miami crowd has a lot to look forward

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines' Bolette departs from Dover for maiden voyage

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines' new flagship Bolette has departed from the Port of Dover, UK, on her maiden voyage

Nearly Half of Top US Tourist Destinations are Listed as Highest Covid-19 Risk

The CDC recently added seven countries to their highest travel risk level for Covid-19. According to travel insurance comparison site Squaremouth.com, four of these countries

The need for trip insurance amid the pandemic is reshaping the travel landscape

The wisdom of acquiring comprehensive travel insurance with coverage for medical costs associated with Covid-19 is reshaping the travel landscape, insurers say

Phuket Sandbox Expanded To 9 More Thailand Destinations

Thailand's Phuket Sandbox scheme has been expanded to include several other attractive destinations for travelers

How Hospitality Has Changed

What shifts in behavior-and protocol-are likely to outlast the pandemic

What Ibiza is like when the party stops

In the run up to summer, Ibiza's nightlife empresarios were optimistic that the White Isle could fully reopen safely, but despite their best efforts

How America’s Oyster Farms Are Drawing More Travelers than Ever

Seafood purveyors from Alaska to Maine are attracting travelers with fresh shellfish and oyster farm experiences

The Birth Of Virginia Dare

The first child in the New World born to English parents was Virginia Dare, born August 18, 1587. Her parents were Eleanor and Ananias Dare, colonists in the ill-fated Roanoke Colony, in present day North Carolina. The Roanoke Colony is now commonly referred

Spirit Airlines says operational meltdown cost it about $50 million, cuts third-quarter schedule

Spirit Airlines says its massive flight cancellations over the past few weeks cost it about $50 million

New Airline Avelo Is Offering $29 Domestic Flights for the End of Summer

Find cheap summer flights to destinations like California wine country or Bozeman, Montana, for a trip before fall arrives

All The Travel Companies And Countries That Require A Covid-19 Vaccination

We know, we know: Vaccines are a polarizing topic which is all the reason to take note of where they're mandatory. More and more companies are requiring vaccinations either for their employees or patrons in an effort to keep everyone safe while new variants

Canada To Require All Air, Rail, And Cruise Passengers Be Vaccinated

Canada will soon be requiring all air, rail, and cruise ship passengers and employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19

Royal Caribbean CEO gives update on cruise ship restart, Covid on ships, limiting capacity and more

Royal Caribbean International President and CEO Michael Bayley is proud of his company's restart plans, and did not hold back in recognizing Royal Caribb

Discover the Galapagos Islands on Country Living's exclusive adventure

Explore this unique and wonderful archipelago on Country Living's exclusive 2022 tour of the Galapagos Islands

Fred. Olsen's New Flagship Bolette Sets Sail From Dover

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines' new flagship, the Bolette, has set sail from Dover, England on Aug. 16. According to a press release, the Bolette is offering a

Sailing from Barcelona, Harmony is first Oasis-class ship back in Europe

Harmony of the Seas embarked Sunday on its first cruise from new summer home Barcelona as Royal Caribbean International's first Oasis-class ship back in Europe

Eleven stunning new hotels in Greece revealed

Paradisiacal plunge pools, seductive sea views and delectable interior designs. Behold Greece's best new hotels for 2021, 11 properties that all offer dreamy accommodation

Disney Hotel Occupancy Rates Dropping Fast as Guests Cancel Walt Disney World Vacations Due to Florida COVID-19 Cases

Just a few days ago, Disney CEO Bob Chapek stated the following about the impact of the Delta variant on their theme park business

Hong Kong doubles quarantine for most returning residents

Hong Kong ramped up its hotel quarantine period to at least two weeks for vaccinated residents returning from most countries, ending a short-lived flirtation with looser travel rules and setting off a stampede for flights and hotel rooms

CDC’s ‘Very High’ COVID-19 Travel Risk List Expands Amid Delta Surge

The CDC's travel risk list of destinations with "very high" COVID-19 cases has added four more territories this week

Virtual Reality Lets You Travel Anywhere—New or Old

VR experiences, whether in-person or online, can transport you around the globe—or even to space

Top 6 Places to Visit in Puerto Peñasco, Mexico

Puerto Peñasco or Rocky Point is sometimes called Arizona’s Beach due to its proximity to major Arizona cities. A four-hour drive from Tucson or Phoenix

‘Newer destinations could emerge in the post-Covid era’

Travel industry experts see a shift towards responsible tourism

Turks And Caicos To Require Proof Of Vaccination

Travelers visiting Turks and Caicos will require proof of vaccination from September 1st because of rising cases of COVID-19

The underwater forest growing in the Med

The Museum of Underwater Sculpture in Cyprus (Musan), which cost €1 million ($1.1 million) to bring to life, is made up of 93 sculptures by Jason deCaires Taylor, who aims to put the focus on

SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS WELCOMES NEW INTERIM EXECUTIVE: COMMERICAL – MR. SIMON NEWTON-SMITH

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA (August 16, 2021) – South African Airways (SAA) is pleased to announce the recent appointment of airline industry veteran, Mr. Simon Newton-Smith, in the position of SAA Interim Executive: Commercial. Simon joins the South African Airways’ executive leadership team in Johannesburg, South Africa with an extensive international airline background having previously joined SAA in 2000 and served as Vice President

Airlines reroute planes around Afghanistan after Taliban takeover

United, British Airways and Singapore Airlines are avoiding Afghanistan airspace after Taliban fighters took over the country

Coronavirus: Fully vaccinated Southwest flight attendant dies of COVID-19

A Las Vegas flight attendant has died following a month-long battle with COVID-19, despite being fully vaccinated

US Passenger Numbers Dip Slightly – Is The Delta Variant To Blame?

US passenger numbers have seen a slight dip in the last few weeks. After a strong July, most airlines reported seeing little to no impact from the Delta variant. However

MSC Cruises marks one year back cruising and more

August 16, 2020 MSC Cruises resumed international sailings following cruising's shutdown due to pandemic, one year on more than half the fleet at sea

Seychelles to Reopen for Cruise Industry in November

The Seychelles, which was one of the first nations to announce a total ban on cruise ships in 2020

Royal Caribbean bars passengers not vaccinated for COVID-19 from cruise to Alaska

At least six passengers expecting to take a cruise from Seattle to Alaska were not allowed on the ship, thinking a negative COVID-19 test was enough

Quarantines, negative tests and vaccine certificates: How Portugal's hotels are coping this summer

In May, Portugal was among the very few countries that U.K. tourists could visit without having to quarantine. But that didn't last long and cancellations followed suit

Hotels blaming closed pools on national chlorine shortage; What you can do if your hotel pool is shut

National chlorine shortage has some hotels shutting down pools. Here's what you can do about it

The $6k Disney hotel and more of the world's most expensive stays

We all know money can't buy happiness but splurge a little (or a lot) and it'll get you the world's most expensive hotel suites with all the added extras

UK cuts cost of COVID testing for travellers following criticism

UK cuts cost of COVID testing for travellers following criticism

Canadian luxury scenic train line debuts its first US route

The United States' railroad system is getting a boost from its northern neighbor. One of Western Canada's most-decorated luxury scenic train lines, the Rocky Mountaineer, launched its first US route on August 15 through its namesake mountain range

What to know when travel goes bad: Flight delays, lost luggage, airline reimbursements

We'll walk you through common travel ordeals and how to get free travel vouchers and refunds. And what is an "act of God," anyway

Amtrak Becomes Latest Travel Company to Mandate Vaccines for Employees

Amtrak became the latest company to require vaccinations for employees on Thursday, joining several airlines that have mandated the jab

Germany Classifies U.S. As 'High-risk,' Requires All Visitors to Be Fully Vaccinated

Unvaccinated travelers will need to "demonstrate an important reason for entering Germany" or isolate for 10 days

It’s Official: These Are the Best Beach Towns to Put On Your Travel List

August has typically been seen as a month reserved for a summer holiday. It's a time seemingly dedicated to long-awaited getaways, unplugged moments from work, and indulging in beach-friendly destinations

Top 10 Tips For A Successful Couples' Getaway

Many travelers love to escape from the daily grind of their lives with a couple’s getaway. This type of trip like any other, takes a bit of planning

Sports Illustrated

On this day in 1964, Sports Illustrated published its first issue. The cover featured Milwaukee Braves player Eddie Mathews at bat and New York Giants catcher Wes Westrum in Milwaukee County Stadium. Today, the magazine has over 3 million subscribers. It's infamous swimsuit

Canada Makes Proof of Vaccination Mandatory For Domestic Flights

The federal government has announced that passengers will need to be vaccinated for domestic air travel within Canada

Hawai'i residents beg tourists to stop visiting in post-pandemic boom

Hawai'i overtourism: Residents beg tourists to stop visiting amid post-pandemic boom

Avianca Expands Internationally With New US Routes

Avianca has announced around two dozen new routes, many of which are to the United States. Here are the details of these awesome routes

Hawaii tourists arrested for allegedly forging vaccine proof, face $5,000 fine or jail

A father and son from California were arrested upon landing at Honolulu International Airport after a tip to the state's Attorney General's office

27 people on board Carnival Cruise Line ship test positive for COVID-19

More than two dozen people on the Carnival Vista cruise ship have tested positive for COVID-19; 26 are crew members and one person is a passenger

American Airlines staff duct tape 11-year-old boy to seat in viral video

This is the latest incident of airline staffers using duct tape to curb an out-of-control passenger. An 11-year-old child flying American Airlines reportedly became so unruly during the flight that he had to be duct-taped

23 Travelers With Fake COVID-19 Test Certificates Caught In Tel Aviv

23 travelers on a flight from Tel Aviv to New York yesterday were removed after officials discovered their COVID-19 test certificates were forgeries. United Airlines staff informed health authorities at Ben Gurion International Airport of their suspicions that the test certificates

8 Stylish Hotels in Canada That Will Have Vaccinated Americans Rushing to the Border

Maple syrup tastes even better on pancakes from room service

$40/day for hotel housekeeping? A reader got socked with that charge — here’s how to avoid it

We’ve all been there. You book a hotel stay, show up at the front desk to check-in only to be disappointed. Maybe your room wasn’t ready at check-in time or they don’t have that

No lines at the buffet, daily onboard testing: Here's what it's like to take a cruise right now

Confused about cruising? You're not alone.

Disney is sailing again from the US, future cruise bookings 'strong'

Future bookings for all Disney Cruise Line ships remain strong, especially in Q3 2022 when Disney Wish enters service

Alfred Hitchcock is born

On August 13, 1899, Sir Alfred Joseph Hitchcock was born. The groundbreaking filmmaker pioneered many innovative film techniques, dominating the thriller genre for most of his career. Even today he remains one of the most renowned filmmakers in the world; his distinctive profile is still recgonizable to

7 East Coast Destination Spas Worth the Drive From the Main Line

Recharge and unwind at one of these luxury spas, all of which are an easy and scenic drive from the Philadelphia suburbs

What to do if your PCR test result doesn't arrive in time for your holiday

Most airlines will allow passengers to rebook if they cannot travel due to delays in receiving a PCR test result

Puerto Vallarta Sets New Arrivals Record As Americans Flock To The Resort City

Puerto Vallarta is busier than ever setting a new record for passenger arrivals in July surpassing 2019 levels by over 14 percent

11 incredible treehouse escapes: places to rent and eco-retreats

If the word treehouse conjures images of a few rickety pieces of wood nailed together and balanced precariously a foot off the ground, then perhaps it's time for an update

Space savers or lifesavers? These roll-up compression bags are travel must-haves

As a travel writer, I should have packing down to a science — or at least a fine art. However, even with all my best tricks and the help of

Piranhas and pink dolphins lure visitors to remote Lake Tarapoto

A protected wetlands system in Colombia's Amazon with Lake Tarapoto at its heart is home to thousands of rare animal species and fascinating tales of tribal gods turning men into dolphins

Travel spotlight: Swimming with whale sharks near Holbox Island

Whale sharks are gentle giants that can exceed 30 feet in length. Gliding through the water with a smoothness and tranquility that defies their size, they're a wonder to behold

Alaska Airlines is considering Covid vaccine mandates for staff

Alaska Airlines would become the latest carrier to require that staff are vaccinated against Covid-19

United Airlines to introduce more inclusive cabin crew hair and makeup rules

United Airlines is rewriting some of its rules surrounding flight attendants' appearance, loosening regulations on hair, makeup and tattoos to be more inclusive

This New Budget Airline Plans to Bring Us Super Cheap Flights to Europe Next Summer

Norse Atlantic Airways announced this week that it intends to begin its low-cost, long-haul service to Europe next summer

Atlas finds a way to deliver Egypt despite one COVID case on inaugural cruise

Atlas Ocean Voyages found a way to deliver World Navigator's inaugural cruise despite one COVID-19 case

You could breeze through US customs more quickly after your next cruise, thanks to facial recognition

If you hate the cruise disembarkation process as much as I do, you'll want to hear this: Cruise lines have partnered with U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Windstar Announces New 79-Day Grand European Cruise

Windstar Cruises today announces the sale of its new 79-day Grand European Bucket List Adventure aboard the Star Legend, said to be the longest itinerary

10 Of The Most Luxurious Hotels In The Cotswolds

The best luxury hotels in the Cotswolds for a five-star break. From spa retreats to country piles, here are the most luxurious places to stay in the Cotswolds

The Largest Luxury Resort in Africa Is Coming Soon — Here's What You Can Expect When It Opens

It will have luxury residences, a water sports center, East Africa's first Signature golf course, and several hotels

Demand for air travel flatlines amid delta variant surge

There are signs emerging that the highly contagious delta variant is dampening demand for air travel: Cancelations are up, passenger loads, air fare are on the decline

CDC, State Department downgrade travel alerts for Canada following country's reopening to vaccinated Americans

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and U.S. State Department have each downgraded their travel advisories for Canada, which recently began allowing vaccinated American tourists to cross its borders

The Covid Pandemic Has Made These Travel Agents Stronger

For travel agents, who have been reading about their demise for more than a quarter century — since Delta Air Lines cut their commissions and Bill Gates boasted Expedia would put them out of business — a global pandemic that brought the entire travel industry to

Are travel credit card rewards susceptible to inflation?

Inflation is now a big topic of conversation amid the rising prices of consumer goods. But are your travel rewards subject to the same issue

The 10 Most Romantic Places To Visit In New York City

New York City is a place that inspires romance. Make those travel plans now and visit one of these most romantic spots in New York City

France announces new system to help tourists access the health pass

France is now requiring health passes for all restaurants, cafes, bars and long-distance transport networks, as well as many entertainment, leisure and cultural

7 of the Best 'Low COVID Risk' Travel Destinations

With COVID cases on the rise, travel may not be high on your priority list. But if you’ve simply had enough of being cooped up in your abode with nothing but your plants, cats, or children to look at, the CDC has

The IBM PC Introduced

On August 12, 1981, IBM introduced the IBM 5150. Designed and created by a team of IBM engineers in Boca Raton Florida, the IBM 5150 quickly became known as the IBM Personal Computer, or, more commonly, as the IBM PC. It had two floppy drives and no hard drive. A decision was made to base the computer around the Intel 8086 chip and an operating system from

8 Fantastic Things To Do In Houston, Texas

Houston has many activities to enjoy, and many attractions to visit. It helps to get the CityPASS to offset the cost of some venues

Southwest Airlines says delta Covid variant is hurting bookings, lowers outlook

Southwest Airlines says the delta variant of Covid-19 is hurting bookings and sparking trip cancellations

3 major US airlines will not mandate shots for their unvaccinated workers

The CEOs of Southwest Airlines, American Airlines and Delta Air Lines say they are not requiring unvaccinated employees to receive the shot, breaking with United Airlines' mandate that workers get vaccinated by October 25 or face getting fired

International Air Transport Association signs digital COVID passport deal with lab operator Synlab

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has added Synlab (SYAB.F), a medical diagnostics services provider, to its list of authorised COVID-19 testing labs in a bid to improve its COVID passport offering

CDC rule prohibits cruise ships based outside of United States from returning for 14 days

Celebrity Cruises announced a new round of cancelled sailings for one of its ships that was scheduled to return to the United States, and it is because

New Atlas Ocean Voyages ship cancels Egypt call after passenger tests positive for COVID-19

The 196-passenger World Navigator is on its inaugural voyage

Carnival's New Cruise Ship Visits Mexico for the First Time

Carnival Cruise Line's newest and largest ship, Mardi Gras, visited Mexico for the first time when the vessel stopped in two different ports this week

The 20 Most Anticipated Luxury Hotel Openings For 2022

From a spectacular seafront resort in Montenegro to a desert retreat in Saudi Arabia, or even a pricey weekend in a Disney Galactic Starcruiser, these are the most anticipated new openings

Puerto Rico Requiring All Hotel, Vacation Rental Guests Be Vaccinated Starting Next Week

COVID vaccination will soon be a requirement for any visitors to Puerto Rico who plan on staying at a hotel or vacation rental property

The Force Is Strong and Prices Are Steep (Up to $6K for 2 Nights!) for Disney's New Star Wars Hotel—Here's What You Need to Know

Star Wars fans will finally have the chance to vacation in a galaxy far, far away thanks to Walt Disney World's latest luxury accommodations: the brand-new Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser. However, this isn't a typical hotel where you rest your head after a long day at the amusement park. No

Travel to Croatia during Covid-19: What you need to know before you go

If you're planning to travel to Croatia, here's what you'll need to know and expect if you want to visit during the Covid-19 pandemic

Where the Grass is Greener: The World’s Top Cannabis Travel Destinations

More people are enjoying herb today than ever before. Through global legalization efforts and a growing acceptance of flower, the international stoner community is flourishing. Now, loyal smokers can travel the world meeting like-minded people and exploring different

Flying soon? Here are 7 protective items to bring amid delta variant spread

Stay protected while flying with essential items like protective face masks, hand sanitizer, disinfecting wipes and more

Find out which countries are welcoming US tourists back

US passport holders have more international travel options now than at any point during the Covid-19 pandemic

U.S. eases COVID-19 travel advisory for Canada - State Department

The U.S. State Department has lowered the COVID-19 travel advisory for Canada to "Level 2 Exercise Increased Caution", according to a statement on Tuesday

Vaccine passports gain traction as delta variant threatens travel rebound

The idea of vaccine passports is gaining traction in public opinion and private enterprise as the delta variant threatens the travel rebound, a survey finds

15 Travel Books That Will Inspire You to Get Going

From fiction to memoirs to guidebooks, these escapist reads will have you booking a planet ticket in no time

Top 7 Things To Do In Ixtapa, Mexico

Top 7 things to do Outdoors in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo. This laid-back town is surrounded by nature, hidden among tall palm trees and a splendid ecosystem. Here are seven outdoor activities to explore

The 25 Best Wineries in the United States

According to the National Association of American Wineries, there are more than 10,000 wineries in the United States. In fact, wine is actually being produced in all 50 states, which means wine-tasting fun is ready to be had from

The Babe Hits 500

On August 11, 1929, Babe Ruth became the first baseball player to hit 500 career home runs with a home run at League Park in Cleveland, Ohio. Born George Herman Ruth, Jr. on February 6, 1895, Babe Ruth was the first player to hit 60 home runs in one season in 1927. That record stood for 34 years until broken by Roger Maris in 1961. Lkewise, his lifetime total of

Where to find some cool travel escapes in the blazing hot summer

Sometimes you can get way too much of a good thing in summer. Here are nine places that are making for cool travel escapes in the blazing; hot summer of 2021.

Virgin Voyages' first cruise ship sets sail

After Covid-induced delays, Richard Branson's new cruise line Virgin Voyages is set to launch its first ship on Friday August 6. The swanky Scarlet Lady vessel is departing Portsmouth, England for a three-day sailing around the UK.

How to Have the Perfect Trip in Cognac, a Less-touristy Region of France

Both the name of a region and the liquor it produces, Cognac remains less touristy than other popular areas in France.

Vaccinated Tourists Can Now Visit Zimbabwe's Iconic Victoria Falls

Zimbabwe reopened to international tourism October 1, 2020 — but now their biggest attractions are following suit.

After 8 Years, Singapore Changi Is No Longer the Best Airport in the World

Qatar,s Hamad International Airport has taken the spot of the best airport in the world in Skytrax Annual World Airport Awards.

Travelers to Greece undeterred by extreme heatwave

Wildfires and a heatwave batter the country and travelers already there are staying poolside.

Carnival Cruise News: Just Back From Carnival Mardi Gras: Hits and Misses

We're just back from the first sailing of Carnival's newest and much-anticipated ship, Mardi Gras and in our opinion, the first vessel in the cruise line's new Excel class has been worth the wait.

COVID's delta variant: Will airline ticket prices be affected?

Air travel demand will likely wane in the coming weeks due to uncertainty regarding the COVID-19 delta variant, according to industry experts.

Hertz Posts Higher Revenue, Plans to Relist Amid Travel Rebound

The car-rental company’s improved sales come as pandemic fears ease.

NYC Hotels Busier But Still Struggling as Tourism Inches Up

Hotels in the city sold 481,000 rooms last week, the most since the pandemic began. The weekly increase was 17,000, or 3.7 percent.

Disney's new Star Wars hotel is out-of-this-world expensive

Two nights cost more than an entire Disney cruise.

Sleep like a brick: LEGOLAND New York Resort hotel opens to the public

The 250-room hotel is the first and only LEGO themed hotel in the Northeast.

Travel Trends: Americans Spending More On Trips Than Pre-Covid

Trends in travel insurance purchases show that sand and sun are still high on the list for trips outside the U.S. There's also bigger spending and more interest in coverage that allows the cautious traveler to cancel.

Vaccines are being required for travel: here's how unvaccinated people feel about that

Unvaccinated people are eager to travel again. But increasingly, the rules make that harder.

Magellan Sets Sail

On August 10, 1519, five ships under the command of Ferdinand Magellan left Seville seeking a passage through South America to reach India. Spain had ceded the eastern passage

Canada opens border to fully vaccinated Americans for travel

Canada reopened its border to fully vaccinated Americans at 12:01 a.m. Monday, and the moment couldn't come any sooner for families and businesses.

Spirit Airlines CEO after days of cancellations: We're on the recovery

Spirit Airlines CEO Ted Christie says things are improving after the airline had to cancel more than 2,000 flights.

Hotels Are Requiring Proof Of Vaccination In These Popular Destinations

No vaccination, no hotel stay? Some tourism magnets are requiring hotel guests to show their Covid health status.

Here's why you should always double check your hotel bill - The Points Guy

Incorrect charges on hotel bills can happen all the time. Here's why you should always check your bill before checking out.

How the Delta Variant Might Change Your Travel Plans

Should you change or cancel upcoming trips? How can travelers best protect themselves? Infectious disease and travel industry experts weigh in.

Why is vacation so expensive? Blame business travel (or lack of it)

If you're feeling some airfare sticker shock, it's because those premium-paying travelers generally help subsidize leisure travel.

6 Expert Tips on How to Be a Responsible Traveler in Hawaii

Hawaii's tourist numbers are soaring. Here are expert tips on how to be a responsible traveler if you're planning a visit.

How to Glamp Your Way Across the U.S., According to Someone Who Did It

From the Grand Canyon to the Smoky Mountains, glamorous camping is now the only way I'll travel.

Travelers checking in at fitness resorts to drop pandemic pounds

After more than a year of ordering take-out, watching Netflix and working from home -- often facing enormous stress, anxiety and depression -- many travelers are turning to weight loss and fitness resorts for a reset.

Ron DeSantis loses battle with Florida cruise line over vaccine passports

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill into law in May that prohibited businesses operating in the state from requiring proof of COVID vaccination.

Sixth Carnival Cruise Ship Restarts Operations and Departs From Florida

Carnival Magic becomes the sixth Carnival cruise ship to restart operations and departed from Port Canaveral, Florida.

What to do about your upcoming flight as cancellations spike

Airlines have to guess months in advance to plan their operations, and this year has been crazy. So here are tips on when to ask for a refund and how to protect yourself.

The First Mass in the Sistine Chapel

On this date in 1483, the first mass was held in the newly constructed Sistine Chapel. Celebrating the Feast of the Assumption, the ceremony consecrated the chapel, dedicating it to

United Airlines will require US employees to be vaccinated

United Airlines will require employees in the U.S. to be vaccinated against COVID-19 by late October, perhaps sooner, joining a growing number of big corporations that are responding to a surge in virus cases

'We couldn't get in front of it.' Spirit Airlines CEO explains what caused the carrier's meltdown

The causes of Spirit Airlines’ massive flight cancellations that derailed the summer vacations of tens of thousands of customers this week have been brewing for more than a month, CEO Ted Christie said

FAA head urges criminal charges for 'unacceptable and dangerous behavior' on planes

The FAA said airlines have reported 3,715 incidents involving unruly passengers since Jan. 1. FAA chief Stephen Dickson urged criminal charges

Inside Borgo Santandrea: The Newest Luxury Hotel To Open On The Amalfi Coast

The new cliffside hideaway, Borgo Santandrea, pairs design-led interiors with uninterrupted sea views and a private beach

Disney Unveils Whopping Price Tag for New 'Star Wars' Hotel - Here's What You'll Get

Disney just revealed the pricing for its new immersive "Star Wars" experience, set to open at the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando next year

The 11 U.S. Hotels Have Some of the Best Restaurants in the Country

Hotels are no longer just for tourists, but a true gathering place for everyone,” CEO and General Manager at Hotel Emma at Pearl Bill Petrella told Fodor’s. “While the definition of luxury has changed, travelers are seeking new, fresh and authentic experiences

Which Travel Destinations Are The Best To Visit When You're Solo?

Whether you're traveled alone in the past or are thinking about the idea now, there are endless possibilities of places you can go when you're hitting the road on your own

Pre-travel test for all Hawaii passengers back on the table amid coronavirus spike

Travel restrictions are back on the table. Gov. David Ige and county mayors are set to discuss the possibility of requiring all travelers to take a COVID-19 test 72 hours before their flights once again

Canadian border officials prepare to strike as the country reopens for travel

Canada's Border Services Agency plans to strike if its demands aren't met

11 Pro-Tips for Traveling With Your Pet

Planning to travel with your pet? After a solid year of staying put, you better believe people are as eager as they’ve ever been to spread their wings and fly, fly away

The Bombing of Hiroshima

On August 6, 1945, the crew of the American B-29 bomber Enola Gay dropped an atomic bomb in the Japanese city of Hiroshima. An estimated 80,000 people died either immediately or shortly thereafter. By year's end, that toll reached closer to 140,000 people. 70% of

You'll need a negative COVID-19 test to board: Carnival, Princess, Royal Caribbean, Holland America cruise lines tightening restrictions

Cruise lines are boosting measures on U.S. sailings to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 on ships as the delta variant threat continues

American Cruise Lines takes delivery of American Melody

American Cruise Lines has taken delivery of modern riverboat American Melody from Chesapeake Shipbuilding's shipyard, after construction was

Virgin Voyages makes maiden voyage - what's onboard cruise ship Scarlet Lady?

Virgin Voyages today celebrates the line's first official sailing as cruise ship Scarlet Lady sets off from Portsmouth with passengers onboard

Top 5 Places to Visit on a Day Trip to Isla Mujeres

Top Places to Visit on a Day Trip to Isla Mujeres. With beautiful beaches and cliffs, perfect places to snorkel, vibrant nightlife, historical sites, and Mayan ruins, it is an ideal day trip from Cancun

5 Places To Experience Jewish History In Europe

The history of the Jewish race has often been a tragic one. World War iI in Europe was especially brutal for the Jews living under Nazi rule

The US is finally close to lifting its Covid-19 travel bans for vaccinated foreigners

The White House might relax some of its Covid-19 travel bans soon

American Cruise Lines Accepts Delivery of American Melody and Announces the Names of the 5th & 6th Modern Riverboats

Guilford, CT— August 4, 2021—American Cruise Lines is pleased to announce it has accepted delivery of American Melody from Chesapeake Shipbuilding on time. Despite various challenges, the Maryland shipyard continued building through the pandemic and delivered American Melody, as promised and on schedule. In addition, American Cruise Lines also announced today the names of the 5th & 6th modern riverboats—American Symphony & American Serenade. The two riverboats are slated for delivery next year

Mayhem for airline passengers and crew as 'hot vax summer' turns into 'hot mess'

Airlines took aggressive moves to cut overhead costs when the pandemic hit — but experts say they overshot the mark

You Can Score Tickets to Hawaii for As Low As $99 Thanks to Alaska Airlines' Mega Sale

Alaska Airlines is making a bid to be the "Official Airline of Rescheduled Events" in their latest sale with fares for as low as $39 one-way to jumpstart people's vacation plans

Take a look at the new Alaska Airlines 737 MAX that Boeing is using as a flying laboratory

We toured Boeing's ecoDemonstrator, an Alaska Airlines jet the planemaker is using as a flying lab to test new products and technologies

Visiting Disneyland? You Now Have Two Stunning Luxury Hotels to Choose From

When planning your Disneyland vacation, one of the most important aspects of your trip is where you are going to spend your nights when you are not in the theme parks. There are three Disney-owned and operated hotels on Disneyland property

Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya opens

Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya opened its doors with a 6-acre water park, cartoon-themed penthouse suites and plenty of dining options

US hotel industry slowly rebounding amid summer travel surge

With the U.S. travel industry on the rebound amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, customers are slowly returning to hotels

Carnival Cruise Line to require masks, negative COVID test for all passengers

Carnival Cruise Lines will require masks for all passengers in certain areas indoors onboard its ships, as well as pre-cruise COVID-19 testing

I Was on a Fully Vaccinated Cruise Ship in Greece — Here's What It Was Like

During a 10-day trip aboard a fully vaccinated cruise ship in Greece this summer, there were plenty of COVID tests and lots of hand sanitizing

Live From MSC Cruises' First Sailing From the U.S. in 16 Months

MSC Cruises is the latest cruise line to resume sailings from U.S. ports as MSC Meraviglia is currently on a four night cruise from Miami to the Bahamas

Ways to Support Small Businesses When You Travel

From where we shop to the places we stay, our choices can have a huge impact on small businesses, which is even more vital in the wake of the pandemic

This Epic Entertainment Venue Is DC's Newest Must-Visit Destination

The new 850-seat venue will host comedians, musical acts, and podcast recordings

Thousands of flights are getting canceled this summer—here’s how credit card travel insurance could help you

Thousands of flights have been canceled this summer as airlines struggle to keep up with the demand. Here's how you can ease the financial burden with credit card travel insurance

Travel to Portugal during Covid-19: What you need to know before you go

If you're planning a trip to Portugal, here's what you'll need to know and expect if you want to visit during the global coronavirus pandemic

Sport climbing: The best holidays in Europe for beginners

Inspired by Olympic sport climbing? These are Europe's best destinations to learn how to climb

US plans to require COVID-19 shots for foreign travelers

The Biden administration is taking the first steps toward requiring nearly all foreign visitors to the U.S. to be vaccinated for the coronavirus, a White House official said Wednesday

I was always scared to take trips by myself, but now I prefer to travel alone — here's why

An Insider reporter found that traveling alone helped him build confidence and experience new cities in a whole new way

People are still flocking to Hawaii despite delta variant surge

New cases and hospitalizations have increased in Hawaii

William Wallace is captured

As a leader of the Scot battle for independence, William Wallace was the scourge of Edward I of England. Utilizing many guerilla warfare tactics when he had few soldiers, and brilliant battlefield tactics when he had forces to lead, William Wallace was eventually knighted and called "Guardian of Scotland and

Frontier Airlines Passenger Taped To Seat After Allegedly Groping And Assaulting Crew

The passenger, Max Berry, took to Twitter early Wednesday, saying Frontier staff treated him like livestock. He has been charged with three misdemeanor counts of battery

Spirit Airlines' massive cancellations spill into fourth day as airline likens it to 'hurricane recovery'

Spirit Airlines passengers face another day of cancellations on Wednesday, extending the airline's travel chaos into its fourth day

Delta CEO says it's hard to require vaccines for U.S. flights when Covid shots aren't fully approved

Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian told CNBC on Tuesday the carrier does not plan to require Covid vaccines for domestic travel. “It’s very difficult for us to come in and mandate a vaccine that isn’t even federally approved yet

Disneyland guests will be able to unlock hotel doors with phones

Guests will be able to check-in digitally and go directly to their rooms once the update is implemented

Disney’s Next ‘Star Wars’ Hotel Could Take Fans to the Dark Side

As anticipation mounts for the official launch of the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser hotel at Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida, West Coast Disney Parks lovers have been left wondering what might be in store for them

10 Romantic City-Center Hotels for Your European Honeymoon

These city-center hotels are perfect for honeymooners who want to stay in the heart of the action

Royal Caribbean shares fall as cruise line posts wider-than-expected loss, disappointing revenue

Royal Caribbean reported second-quarter results with a wider-than-expected loss and a disappointing revenue

Carnival's Newest Ship, MSC Cruise Line Set Sail Out of Florida in Latest Rebound of Cruise Industry

Carnival Cruise Line debuted a new ship while MSC Cruises set sail from the state for the first time in over a year, marking the latest signs of recovery in an industry that was halted due to the pandemic

The first new luxury cruise line in more than a decade debuts today

It’s official: There’s a new player in the world of luxury cruising. Atlas Ocean Voyages, a new “luxe adventure” line based in Fort Lauderdale that’s been under development for several years, finally kicks off its first sailing with paying passengers today

Boris Johnson: We need to get the travel industry moving again

We need to get the travel industry moving again, says UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson

Will vaccine passports become a new reality in the U.S.?

More businesses are starting to require proof of vaccination, but there are some states that have outright banned them

What It’s Like to Visit Barcelona Right Now

With rising cases, limits on who can travel into the city, and moderate restrictions on dining and gathering, there’s a lot you need to know before a trip

9 Incredible Destinations For Book Lovers

Enjoy this list of destinations which are a must-see for any bookworm - an eclectic mix of all things book related

This Small Town in Alaska Is the Perfect Place for a Father-daughter Trip

When you stay at Alaska's Salmon Falls, you can go fishing, hiking, kayaking, and more, all without leaving Ketchikan

The world’s best adventures for thrill-seekers

Just the thought of ticking these wild experiences off the bucket list is enough to break a sweat

Guide To Laos: What People Wish They Knew Before Visiting

Laos often loses out on its tourist rate thanks to the more popular destinations surrounding it, but that doesn't mean it's devoid of adventure

10 best vacation spots for couples this year: Costa Rica, Santa Fe, Maine, NYC

Whether you share a passion for the outdoors, the beach or culture, you can enjoy a romantic vacation to any of these spots in the US or Caribbean

This Asian Country Aims to Be Quarantine-Free by September

Singapore is planning to ease restrictions for fully vaccinated individuals in September. The country expects to get 80% of the 5.7 million people to be inoculated

Catch up: What to know about Covid-19 in the US today

The Delta variant is spreading rapidly across the country, leading to a drastic rise in Covid-19 cases in the US. As cases rise and hospitals overflow in areas with low vaccination rates, experts continue to urge citizens to get vaccinated

Champagne is discovered

"Come quickly, I am drinking the stars!" That little pronouncement, like so many other legends surrounding the Benedictine monk Dom Pierre Pérignon, is a matter of speculation. According to tradition, on August 4, 1693 Dom Pérignon invented the beverage, or more appropriately, discovered it. However, champagne had been known

American Airlines, Spirit Airlines cancel hundreds of additional flights as they struggle to recover from disruptions

American Airlines and Spirit Airlines suffered hundreds of delays and cancellations after storms disrupted operations at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport

Alaska Airlines' Latest Sale Has $39 Fall Flights

Flights to Hawaii, California, New York, and more are all included in the Alaska Airlines sale, which has fall fares from $39

190 Cruise Ships Will Sail in August as Industry Restart Continues

The cruise industry's accelerated restart is continuing in August as 190 cruise ships representing 65 different brands will operate with guests

U.S. Virgin Islands requires all cruise ship passengers 12 and older to be fully vaccinated

If your Royal Caribbean cruise visits the U.S. Virgin Islands, you will need to be fully vaccinated in order to go on the sailing

Carnival Cruise Line's newest ship takes maiden voyage from Florida

The Mardi Gras is Port Canaveral's first paid-passenger cruise since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic

Columbus Sets Sail

On this day in 1492, Christopher Columbus set sail from Palos de la Frontera, Spain with three ships: the Nina, the Pinta and the Santa Maria. His great quest for a western route to Asia from Europe had found no support from Portugal or from Italian princes. However, the queen of Spain agreed to fund

The Best Hotels in Puglia to Book for an Idyllic Italian Escape

From medieval castles to beachfront suites, these are the most stunning places to stay on the heel of Italy's boot

Travelers Are Starting to Shift Back to Booking Hotels, Trivago Says

Trivago CFO says travel search sites will become more important as people search for both hotels and alternative accommodations

Marine demonstrates how to protect yourself in a hotel room: ‘This is important’

The marine shared three safety hacks using items you'd find in your hotel room

UK eases travel restrictions as industry lobbies for more

Britain has opened its borders to fully vaccinated travelers from the U.S. and the European Union

12 Things To Know Before Your First Trip To Transylvania

If you've ever been curious about what Transylvania is like, read more about the famous region of Romania here

7 Tips to Protect Your Personal Info While Traveling

Whether in an airport or new destination, it's important to protect your personal info. Here are 7 tips to make for a well-prepared and safe journey

The 5 Most Stylish Travel Destinations of 2021, Period

Where are my vaccinated travel lovers at? Although we still have to exercise caution and listen to all official travel guidelines, many people are safely getting reacquainted with their love for travel lately

The CDC added 16 more places to its "very high" Covid-19 travel risk list

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention added 16 destinations to its "very high" Covid-19 risk level on Monday, including Greece, Ireland and the US Virgin Islands

Five Editors on How This Year Has Changed Their Travel Priorities

Including the post-pandemic places they most want to visit, who they'll go with, and how they plan to get there

The Best American Cities for Hiking in 2021

Hiking has always been a popular outdoor activity, and recently it has become even more so

Top Destinations for All-Inclusive Resorts in Mexico

Top Destinations for All-Inclusive Resorts in Mexico. All-inclusive resorts are considered the key to a stress-free vacation. Here's a list of the top destinations for all-inclusive resorts in Mexico

2 travelers to Canada who gave false COVID-19 vaccination information each fined almost $20K

Two travelers trying to enter Toronto from the USA were each fined nearly $20,000 after providing false information related to proof of vaccination and pre-departure coronavirus tests

International Passenger Numbers Stay Down Across Asia-Pacific

Ongoing travel restrictions and border closures continue to plague international airline travel in the Asia-Pacific region. The region’s airlines carried just 1.4 million

9 Stylish Hawaiian Hotels Whose Interiors Rival Those of the Fictional White Lotus

From 2,000-square-foot suites to in-residence dining opportunities, the amenities on offer are palpable

Spectacular Cave Hotels Around The World For A Unique Experience

Add all these spectacular cave hotels all around the globe to your post-pandemic vacation list to get a unique experience

Three Petite Hotels That Put Adventure And Soul Back Into Your Stay

Whether you find yourself deep in the heart of Western Montana's wooded slopes or breathing in a salty breeze on the California coast, follow Auric Road to get to the crux of what it means to travel honestly, boldly, and openly

From palm reading to po' boys, Carnival brings French Quarter vibes to its latest cruise ship

Notably, the new-build, Mardi Gras, boasts six neighborhoods, including one called the French Quarter. Four outposts tie the area together; here, we'll walk through them

Princess Cruises Completes First Cruise in 15 Months

Princess Cruises successfully competed their first cruise in more than 15 months when Majestic Princess returned to Seattle after a week long voyage to

Saga Cruises Announces International Itineraries Following Government's Ban Lift

Saga Cruises has announced that it is returning to international cruising following the UK government's lift of restrictions. According to a press release

Greece 'One Step Away' From Stricter Measures On Travelers

Greek authorities are considering enforcing restrictions on some of its most popular islands because of rising cases

Confirmed: Germany Imposes Mandatory COVID-19 Testing Requirement for Unvaccinated People

The German Ministry of Foreign Affairs has approved that all unvaccinated persons and those who have not recovered from the COVID-19 disease entering

Cryptocurrency is taking off as a way to pay for those vacation getaways

More travel suppliers are starting to accept bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, as the market grows and tech-savvy future travelers loom on horizon

Cryptocurrency is taking off as a way to pay for those vacation getaways

More travel suppliers are starting to accept bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, as the market grows and tech-savvy future travelers loom on horizon

UK, Grenada, Saudi Arabia: More countries open to fully vaccinated travelers

There's one menacing global traveler currently racing through countries faster than Phileas Fogg and its name is the Delta variant

The Best Golf Resorts in Florida

From Orlando to St. Augustine, these are 11 of the best golf resorts in Florida

The 10 Most Desired Bucket List Travel Experiences In The World

If you are searching for destinations to add to your bucket list, look no further. These world-famous experiences are sure to impress

United, Delta, and American Airlines need pilots so badly, they're making it easier than ever for newbies to land top flying jobs

Some airlines have 'ab initio'; programs that can take candidates from the streets to the first officer's seat of a major jet in five years or less

American Airlines Takes TikTok to New Heights with Free Inflight Access for Customers

American Airlines, which has the fastest Wi-Fi on more aircraft than any other U.S. carrier, just added TikTok to its roster of free inflight offerings. Without having to purchase Wi-Fi, customers traveling on Viasat-equipped narrowbody aircraft can get 30-minutes of free access to TikTok

It's time to retire these 5 tired travel myths

With so many travel myths out there, it can be confusing to figure out what’s actually true or not. Whether you’re traveling for the first time or have many trips under your belt

PT-109

The United States PT-109 was a World War II-era boat used in the Pacific Theater. It was commanded by 26-year-old skipper John F. Kennedy. A Japanese destroyer patrolling on a moonless night smashed into PT-109, killing several crewmen and sending the survivors into the water. Kennedy, an excellent swimmer, towed injured companions to the safety of a small island. Kennedy then swam an additional 4 kilometers

American Airlines Delivers an Additional 3 Million Vaccines Abroad on Behalf of White House COVID-19 Task Force

Airline donates second cargo flight to deliver more vaccine to Guatemala — 4.5 million doses in total

5 United Airlines Customers Win Free Flights For A Year

On Thursday, United Airlines announced the lucky winners in its ‘Your shot to fly’ sweepstakes. As an incentive for people to get vaccinated in hopes of restarting travel sooner, the carrier put a full year of free air travel to any of its global destinations up for grabs

Avelo Airlines Expands To 4 More Cities Just 3 Months After Launch

Just three months after the airline's launch, Avelo adds flights to Monterey, CA, Provo and St. George UT and Ft. Collins, CO starting at $39

8 of the Hottest New Hotels in Paris, the French Riviera, Versailles, and Beyond

Luxury-seeking travelers are spoiled for choice when it comes to hotels in France: The country has always had a blockbuster lineup of ultra-upscale properties to stay in

Disneyland Hotels Introduce New Mobile Room Keys

We are truly living in a digital age where nearly everything can be done with the press of a button. Theme parks are no exception to that rule and are constantly working on and introducing new ways to make Guests’ experiences even more seamless. Both Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World have their own apps

10 hotel openings coming to the Middle East 2021

The second half of the year is shaping up to be huge for the region’s hotel scene

Travel to Germany during Covid-19: What you need to know before you go

If you're planning to travel to Germany, here's what you'll need to know and expect if you want to visit during the Covid-19 pandemic

Saudi Arabia reopens to vaccinated Americans as it tries to rebrand itself to tourists

The historically closed-off kingdom of Saudi Arabia is trying to rebrand itself as a tourist destination for nature lovers and curious travelers

England Has Reopened to Travelers—Here’s Everything You Need to Know

16 months after closing, England, Wales, and Scotland have loosened restrictions for travelers from the U.S. That means no quarantine for vaccinated travelers

Why Carnival's giant new cruise ship is a game-changer for the line

Carnival Cruise Line's much-awaited, 15-deck-high Mardi Gras will break new ground for the brand -- and the entire cruise industry

Disney Cruise Lines reveals adult experiences aboard newest ship, the Disney Wish

The Disney Wish cruise ship will have amenities for children and adults. Disney Cruise Line revealed adult-focused fun

6 passengers on a Royal Caribbean cruise tested positive for COVID-19, a reporter on board says

Four of the infected passengers were vaccinated, while the other two were unvaccinated children, USA Today reporter Morgan Hines said

What Our Editors Have Missed Most about Travel

Including Portuguese sunsets, hotel beds, and the only black dal worth eating

Missing Japan? Virtual tours come with shopping, drinks and souvenirs

Tourist attractions and enterprising tour guides are using technology to emulate the look, feel and taste of a trip to Japan

American Travelers Are Already Planning Their Christmas Holiday Vacations — and This Is Where They're Heading

Travelers are feeling the holiday spirit a few months early this year and booking December homes far in advance, according to data home-sharing site Vrbo shared with Travel + Leisure

Jimmy Hoffa disappears

Jimmy Hoffa had a lunch appointment at Machus Red Fox Restaurant in a suburb of Detroit. He was scheduled to meet two business acquaintances, Anthony "Tony Jack" Giacalone from Detroit and Anthony "Tony Pro" Provenzano from New York. That day the former head of the Teamsters Union and convicted racketeer

A Sneak Peek at Host Agency Reviews’ 2021 Travel Agent Survey Results

HAR’s preliminary data suggests that nearly three-quarters of the travel advisor workforce intends to go back to selling travel as a primary source of income after COVID

The 5 Most Comfortable Airlines for Flying Economy

These five airlines offer the most legroom, widest seats, and best in-flight amenities for economy passengers

Qatar Airways Voted World's Best Airline With Unmatched Safety

The safety-first methods of Qatar Airways went a long way towards seeing them voted the world's best airline

Southwest Takes Legal Action Over Skiplagging Search Engines

Southwest is currently in legal battles with two skiplagging search engines. After the low-cost giant sued Kiwi.com in

International cruises from England to restart

People arriving at UK ports who have been fully vaccinated in the US and the EU will not have to isolate

Disney Cruise Line is moving into a new Florida port

Despite last year's unprecedented shutdown of the cruise industry, Disney is pushing forward with its plans to add three new ships in the coming years

6 ways to tell you've booked a luxury cruise

Most large, mainstream cruise ships don't fall into the luxury category. Here's why, along with some of the ways you can determine for yourself which lines are truly high-end

Hotels Are Requiring Proof Of Vaccination In These Popular Destinations

No vaccination, no hotel stay? Some tourism magnets are requiring hotel guests to show their Covid health status

The Marriage of Prince Charles and Lady Diana

Charles Philip Arthur George, the Prince of Wales, and Lady Diana Spencer were married on July 29, 1981. The couple's marriage at St Paul's Catheral was a departure from the usual venue of Westminster Abbey. It is estimated that, in addition to the 3,500 invited guests, more than 750 million people watched

Hotels With Truly Genius Kids’ Amenities

Change a good family vacation into a really awesome one by staying at a place where kids get to do the coolest things

I'm a professional golf writer who has visited all the major courses — these are the best golf resorts in the US

Many of the world's best golf courses are located in out-of-the-way or suburban settings where they claim sprawling, rolling green lawns flanked by pretty scenery that any visitor can appreciate, whether you play or not

Where Americans can travel now, CDCs latest advice for traveling abroad

Fully vaccinated US travelers flying to England won't have to quarantine from August 2, but the CDC currently advises Americans against traveling to the UK

These are the new UNESCO World Heritage Sites

From a prehistoric solar observatory in the middle of a desert to a decades-old railway running through two mountain ranges, find out more about the spectacular destinations newly added to UNESCO's World Heritage List

Luxury Travel Company Offering Front Row Seat To Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

Let this luxury travel company sort out all of the minutiae of organizing a trip to the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

The best places for beginners to learn to surf

Watching athletes excel in any sport can inspire even the laziest amongst us to take up sport. But for travellers, trying out surfing is particularly appealing as you can rent all the equipment and

Visa requirements for Costa Rica

Entering Costa Rica can be simple, but planning for visa requirements can depend on your nationality, reasons for travel, and how long you want to stay

Should you pack your COVID-19 vaccine card for your next trip?

If you haven’t traveled in a while, then your packing skills may have gotten rusty. There are plenty of new items to add to your packing list — like a smartphone power bank since more restaurants mandate mobile ordering

Trinidad and Tobago Is Now Open to Fully Vaccinated Travelers

Trinidad and Tobago is now open for tourism, with protocols specifically allowing fully vaccinated travelers

Legroom, vouchers, seating fees: Consumer advocacy groups take complaints to DOT

Several air travel consumer groups pushed DOT Secretary Buttigieg to take a harder line with airlines

Delta to allow free basic economy flight changes as travelers struggle to reach agents

Delta is eliminating fees for changes to basic economy trips through the rest of the year

Airlines rally as Britain set to relax US and EU travel rules

US and EU passengers who have been fully vaccinated outside the UK may be able to skip quarantine

There's a jet fuel shortage at some US airports

The seats are full on most planes, but in some cases, the fuel tanks are not

Fully-vaccinated Alaska cruise passenger tests positive for Covid

A fully-vaccinated passenger on a Celebrity Cruises ship in Alaska tested positive for Covid-19 and received private air travel home

MSC Cruises' Newest Ship, MSC Seashore, Officially Delivered

MSC Cruises took delivery of their newest cruise ship, MSC Seashore, yesterday and the vessel will homeport in Miami later this year. MSC Seashore will

Norwegian Cruise Line Returns With First Sailing in 500 Days

After 500 days away from the high seas, Norwegian Cruise Lines has officially returned with its first cruise sailing out of Athens

Gyms, hotels, bus companies make last-ditch plea for aid

Industries that were battered by the pandemic but missed out on federal relief are now mounting a last-minute push for government funding as lawmakers prepare two massive spending packages

Inside the Glamorous Italian Hotel Where Sports Stars Celebrate Championships in Private Pool Villas

Italy's Manuel Locatelli just celebrated his Euro Cup victory at Sardinia's Hotel Pitrizza, but he wasn't the first star to choose the ultra-private luxury villas for a special getaway

Google told more transparency needed in flight and hotel prices by regulator

Google has been given two months to make changes to its flight and hotel pricing results

New Hotels Opening in 2021

After being crushed by the pandemic, the hotel industry is positioning for a strong comeback. According to Demand360 business intelligence data from Amadeus, global hotel occupancy is on the up, with

Delta variant travel restrictions: Tourists wonder where they can go -- and whether they should

The 2021 summer travel season started out full of hope and promise, but by the day, two words are threatening to dismantle it all: Delta variant. Find out the latest on travel advisories and restrictions around the world

Travel Is Complicated Now. Here Are 5 Ways to Stress Less

As someone who, before 2020, went on multiple domestic and international trips each year with relative ease, I was surprised at how overwhelming it was to get on a plane

3 Incredible Midwest Golf Destinations

If you love golfing, you may want to consider visiting one of these exciting golf courses in Nebraska, Missouri and Wisconsin. We outline their highlights

New Study Shows The Best Destinations For Adrenaline Junkies

For adrenaline junkies, a nice trip to a foreign city or a lazy week on the beach just doesn't fit the bill

CDC, State Department Issue 'Do Not Travel' Advisories for Spain, Portugal amid COVID Surges

Spain, Portugal, Cyprus, Kyrgyzstan and Cuba have all been elevated to the highest travel advisories by the CDC and the State Department, as COVID cases surge in those destinations

How to get around Barcelona

With its relatively compact size and developed public transportation system, Barcelona is a pretty manageable city. Here are the best ways to get around

U.K Plans To Relax Travel Restrictions for U.S. and EU

The British Government is looking to remove restrictions for travelers from the United States and the EU imminently

Cities Warning Against Travel To Las Vegas

As COVID cases rise in Las Vegas, many states are advising residents to avoid planning trips to the popular destination

Miami Incorporated

The City of Miami was incorporated on July 28, 1896. Julia Tuttle, a wealthy widow from Ohio, moved to the southern tip of Florida in 1891 and purchased 640 acres on which to farm. She befriended railroad builder Henry Flagler and convinced him to extend his railroad to Miami. Soon a resort hotel was built and

American Airlines warns about jet-fuel shortages around the U.S., asks pilots to conserve

American asked pilots to save fuel due to shortage at certain midsize airports

U.S. air travel passengers jumped 19% in May over prior month

U.S. airlines carried 56.6 million passengers in May, up 19% over April but still 30% below 2019 levels, the U.S. Transportation Department said on Monday

8 incredible hotels in Costa Rica, from no frills cheap stays to villas with private plunge pools

These are the best places to stay in Costa Rica, from Guanacaste all-inclusive resorts on the beach to affordable stays in San Jose and luxury hotels

Canada is about to reopen to Americans: Here are our favorite points hotels

Canada will soon reopen to vaccinated U.S. travelers. Here's our list of where you should stay on points during your next trip

How to Stop Getting Ripped Off by Hotel Fees

You can't avoid every last fee, but you can be strategic about fees for "amenities" you don't even use

Hawaii officials say Las Vegas 'poses significant risks' after traveling residents contract COVID-19

Health officials in Hawaii are sending a warning after residents traveled to Las Vegas before contracting COVID-19

Mexico tourist hotspots Cancun and Los Cabos slammed by Delta variant

Cancun and Los Cabos, two popular party destinations in Mexico, have both been slammed with massive COVID-19 outbreaks, throwing a wrench into party plans at the beaches

Is It Safe to Plan International Fall Travel Right Now?

We speak to experts about how the Delta variant of COVID-19 could impact upcoming fall travel plans

6 Reasons Why Sicily Should Be Your Next Italian Holiday Destination

With a spate of new hotel openings this year, Sicily's glorious beaches, fresh seafood, and ancient ruins offer the ultimate Mediterranean experience

Take a See-through Kayak Tour Over Bioluminescent Lagoons in Florida

Florida's Space Coast, 45 minutes from Orlando, is home to bioluminescent waters you can experience in a see-through kayak

A Black Woman's Guide To Atlanta's Hiking Scene: Where To Go, What To Pack And Groups To Trek With

There's a growing appreciation for the hiking scene in the ATL with hikers like Talaya George leading the way

7 Best Things To Do In Zambia, According To A Local

A local tells why she fell in love with Zambia and made it her permanent home - and why tourists should visit this African paradise

It happened: Someone on a large cruise ship in Juneau has tested positive for COVID-19

Deputy city manager Robert Barr says the individual did not circulate in Juneau as a tourist, but will leave the capital city by air ambulance

CDC still has authority over cruise ship public health, Appeals Court in no rush (*updated*)

CDC conditional sailing order non-binding in Florida but ships still subject to inspection to prevent communicable diseases like COVID-19 and may be detained

Norwegian Becomes Latest Major Cruise Line to Resume Cruises

Norwegian Cruise Line became the latest major cruise line to resume cruises after a 500 day suspension of voyages. Norwegian Jade was the first NCL cruise

UNESCO Announces 9 New Additions to World Heritage Site List

UNESCO's World Heritage Committee announced the newest additions to its list of World Heritage Sites on Sunday, including Madrid's Retiro Park and the Trans-Iranian Railway

The de Havilland Comet

July 27, 1949 saw the inaugural flight of the de Havilland Comet, the world's first commercial jet airliner. Manufactured by British company de Havilland, the craft was a high point in early aeronautical design and was powered by four jet engines. Unfortunately, early models suffered from catastrophic metal fatigue, and a series of well-publicized accidents

The 10 best U.S. airlines in 2021

Travel website The Points Guy ranked the best U.S. airlines this year

United Airlines evacuates plane ready for take off after multiple passengers receive ominous text message

A United Airlines flight was evacuated in San Francisco after a teenager onboard allegedly sent several other passengers pictures of an Airsoft gun via AirDrop before departure

Mandatory Masks On U.S. Airlines Could Be Dropped By September

The CEO of a leading airline and lobby group has revealed there's no push in the industry for the mask mandate to be extended

Court reverses course on COVID-19 cruise-ship regulations, lifting CDC's safety measures

The federal appeals court has changed course and said the CDC cannot require cruises to follow its COVID-19 protocols

Three more major cruise lines resume departures as cruising comeback ramps up

Holland America, Princess Cruises and Norwegian Cruise Line are the latest big cruise lines to restart operations after a 16-month, COVID-19-related hiatus

More Celebrity ships sail, for total of eight now cruising

Celebrity Cruises continued comeback, Millennium to Alaska, Xpedition in Galapagos and Eclipse bound for Caribbean

5 Hotels For Serious Tequila Lovers

If you love all things agave, and believe tequila deserves more than just a day to be celebrated, go a step further and book a tequila-centric vacation

The best hotels in Bali of 2021

The Indonesian island of Bali is one tourism destination whose reopening we’ve been eagerly awaiting. The opening to foreign travelers has been delayed

EU gives Google 2 months to improve hotel, flight search results

Alphabet unit Google (GOOGL.O) has two months to improve the way it presents internet search results for flights and hotels and explain how it ranks these or face possible sanctions, the European Commission and EU consumer authorities said on Monday

Luxury Hotels Are Building Hundreds of New High-end Vacation Homes — and We Got a Look Inside

More hotels are getting into the real estate game, selling private vacation homes that come with all the bells and whistles

Italy Makes Vaccine Passport Mandatory For Indoor Activities Including Restaurants

Italy has mandated an official COVID-19 vaccine pass to enter various indoor activities, including bars, restaurants, and cafes

Is it cultural appropriation to wear another country's national dress when you travel?

Here's what to know about dressing up in a qipao, hanbok or kimono

Travel to the Caribbean during Covid-19: What you need to know before you go

If you're planning to travel to the islands of the Caribbean, here's what you'll need to know and expect if you want to visit during the Covid-19 pandemic

At This Family-friendly Florida Resort, Kids Can Have 'Pirate Campouts' — and Parents Can Dine Kid-free

There's something to keep guests of every age happy at The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island

National Security Act of 1947

In response to the growing tensions with the USSR during the Cold War, on this date U.S. President Harry S. Truman signed the National Security Act into United States law. The Act simultaneously created the

11 Tastiest Pastries To Try In Europe

One of the joys of travel is the opportunity to sample local cuisine and regional specialties. Desserts are at the top of everyone's list

Europe's summer tourism outlook dimmed by variants, rules

Chaos and confusion over travel rules and measures to contain new virus outbreaks are contributing to another cruel summer for Europe’s battered tourism industry. Popular destination countries are grappling with surging COVID-19 variants

Singapore aims to start quarantine-free travel by September

Singapore is looking to allow quarantine-free travel for those who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 from September, when 80% of the city-state's population should be inoculated, the government said on Monday

Will the mask mandate for flights be extended? Southwest Airlines CEO says airlines not pushing for it

Southwest Airlines CEO Gary Kelly is the first U.S. airline executive to publicly express what is in effect support for letting the mask mandate expire

This Airline Was Just Voted Best in the World for 2021

Qatar Airways was voted the best airline in the world for 2021, according to AirlineRatings.com

More than 450 airlines can now use IBM’s blockchain-based vaccine passport

Airline passengers can show a QR code for proof of their Covid-19 status. The technology may one day replace passports

Maui Mayor Vetoes Hotel Construction Moratorium Bill

Maui’s mayor has vetoed a bill that would have imposed a moratorium on hotel construction in parts of Maui

Legends Of Luxury: Four Historical Hotels

Choosing the perfect place to stay should be equal parts style, comfort, and variety; where you wake up and spend your down time counts as much as exploring your destination

DeSantis vows to keep fighting CDC over cruise ships

The legal fight over cruises comes at a time when Florida's Covid-19 case count is rising sharply even as the number of Floridians vaccinated has plateaued

On These Expedition Cruises, Guests Play a Critical Role

Researchers like Allison Cusick are recruiting cruise passengers to help them carry out their life's work

Oceania adds Europe and Tahiti cruises in early 2022, marking full return to service

Oceania Cruises introduced 16 new Europe and Tahiti voyages in early 2022 aboard Regatta and Nautica, marking its full return to service with all six ships

Turks and Caicos' New Travel Rules

Turks and Caicos has announced an update to its travel protocols, Caribbean Journal has learned, with a three-day testing requirement

Bubble burst: New Zealand suspends quarantine-free travel with Australia

New Zealand will pause its quarantine-free travel arrangement with Australia for at least eight weeks starting Friday night, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said, as Australia fights an outbreak of the highly infectious Delta virus variant

Top 5 Adventure Travel Destinations for Your Bucket List

Learn about these 5 adventure travel destinations for your bucket list

'Buy now, pay later' can help fund your next trip but here's what you need to know about these loans

Select walks you through what you need to know if you're considering a point-of-sale loan to finance your next trip

State Department removes option to book last-minute passport appointments online

The State Department is no longer allowing travelers to schedule last-minute passport appointments online to prevent third parties from scooping up the appointments for a profit

Man avoids travel restrictions by dressing up as his wife

The man covered his face and checked in on his wife's ID to board the domestic flight. But his trick was discovered by a flight attendant onboard

10 Ways To Avoid Looking Like A Tourist In Italy

As they say, “When in Rome…” But what does it mean to “do as the Romans do”? Quite literally, the phrase means that it is advisable

How has Las Vegas changed since reopening? 5 things that are different since the pandemic

Las Vegas is buzzing again! If you haven't visited since before COVID-19 hit, here's what to know about masks, casinos, buffets, hotels and parking

Ulysses S. Grant Dies

Ulysses S. Grant, American Civil War general and the eighteenth President of the United States, died on this date in 1885. Grant was by almost any estimation a brilliant military strategist and his battlefield tactics are studied even today. His record as a president, however, is mixed

The New Low-Cost Airlines Offering Cheap Flights This Summer

Most airfares are on the rise, but these two new low-cost carriers are offering cheap flights for as little as $39 one-way

83% Of Airline Passengers Support Inflight Mask Wearing

According to a passenger survey conducted by the International Air Transport Association (IATA), 83% of airline passengers strongly

US airlines say spread of COVID delta variant isn't deterring travelers from booking flights

More than 2 million people a day, mostly summer vacationers, are packing U.S. airports. That is a turnaround from the lockdown summer of 2020

Barcelona port expects up to 100 cruise calls in next six months

The Port of Barcelona estimates that cruise traffic in the second half of 2021 will be between 75 and 100 port calls amounting to 200,000 passengers

Silversea Cruises To Offer Door-To-Door Service as Standard

Silversea Cruises has announced that it's now "the first ultra-luxury cruise line to offer guests private executive transfers as standard." According to a press release

Virgin Voyages Unveils New Mermaid Design for Second Cruise Ship

Virgin Voyages unveils the mermaid design for its second cruise ship Valiant Lady that will debut in Spring 2022

Hawaii’s hotels continued improving last month

Travel demand from North American markets is bolstering Hawaii’s travel industry so much that June hotel occupancy was closing in on pre-pandemic levels, even with the absence of international visitors

18 Hotels With Epic Wedding Arrivals

For couples looking to make a grand entrance on their wedding day, here are 18 epic arrival venues around the world

St.-Tropez's Best New Hotels Are Quiet and Understated, but Just As Luxurious As You'd Imagine

St.-Tropez might be a celebrity playground, but these new hotels are showing the French Riviera's quieter side

Which European countries will regular travel insurance cover travelling to right now?

Travel insurance covers travel to destinations without U.K. government warnings against travel. Which European countries will your travel insurance cover this summer

Europe's travel industry is on a knife edge as Covid surges, again

As Covid vaccines rolled out across Europe, hopes were high for a rebound in summer tourism. Instead, the season is looking highly uncertain

Important Tips For Your First Trip To Iceland

Iceland is one of the top travel destinations in the world. If Iceland is on your travel list, read on to learn some tips for your first trip to Iceland

14 Inclusive Destinations That Are Exceptionally Hospitable To Travelers Of Color, According To People Who Have Made The Trip

I define "safe" as destinations that are queer-friendly, fat-friendly, religiously tolerant, and/or welcoming to people of color and women. Of course, I know not all destinations can tick off all boxes

Spain's 'Coast of Death' has a calming beauty

Packing four bathing suits for a one-week vacation might seem like overkill. Especially when the trip involves a 50-plus-mile hike through one of Spain's rainiest regions

France making "COVID pass" mandatory for most leisure activities

Residents will have to prove either full vaccination or a recent negative test to do almost anything with a crowd, and soon, even to get into bars and restaurants

Traveling to Los Cabos? What to know

Traveling to Cabo looks a little bit different right now because of Covid - here's what you need to know before you go

The First Solo Flight Around The World

With a co-pilot, Wiley Post had already flown around the world, setting a record in eight days, 15 hours, and 51 minutes. Now, he wanted to accomplish the same feat solo. Using a newly developed autopilot and one of the first radio compasses, Wiley took off on July 15th and returned 7 days, 19 hours later on July 22nd to a hero's welcome. He continued

Biden Wants To Crack Down On Airline Fees To Increase Competition In The Industry

The Biden administration is taking aim at airline fees for things like checked bags and extra legroom - and looking at ways to increase competition in an industry dominated by just four airlines

Fly to a reopening Canada with wide-open award space on many airlines

Canada is reopening, and here is wide-open award space from the U.S. to Canada. Here's how to book tickets for less than 15,000 miles round-trip

Airlines Suspend Domestic Flying In Thailand

Six Thai airlines have temporarily grounded their domestic flights following an order from the Civil Aviation Authority of

First Major Cruise Line Restarts Cruises to Alaska

Royal Caribbean has become the first major cruise line to resume cruises to Alaska when one of their cruise ships departed from Seattle on a seven night

MSC Completes CDC Test Cruise on MSC Meraviglia

MSC Meraviglia returned to Port Miami today after its three-night simulated cruise for the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), visiting

This Luxury Cruise Line Adds Solo Cabins to Its Fleet — and They Come With Balconies

Going on a cruise as a solo traveler typically means paying a supplemental fee to make up for occupying a cabin meant for at least two people. But in recent years, several major cruise lines have done away with that practice by adding cabins specifically designed for a party of one

Man Quarantined To 4th-Floor Hotel Room Flees Using Oldest Trick In The Book

He remained at large for eight hours following the risky escape

Vote now for the best hotels and resorts across the country

We're looking for the best hotels, best hotel amenities and best resorts across America. We invited a panel of hotel and travel experts to nominate

Popular Massachusetts tourist destination issues mask advisory after 132 new Covid cases

During an emergency meeting Monday, the Provincetown Board of Health voted to advise people to wear masks inside, regardless of vaccination status

6 European Destinations That Are More Affordable

Discover these six affordable European destinations and plan your trip today

50 Travel Tips T+L Editors Swear By

These 50 travel tips from the pros will help you return to travel in style

Can You Be Addicted to Travel?

An exploration of wanderlust, compulsive curiosity, and the world's most traveled persons

Americans Will Soon Be Able To Travel To Costa Rica Without Covid Insurance

Americans who have been vaccinated for at least 14 days will in 10 days be able to travel to Costa Rica, one of their most favorite destination, without covid travel insurance

7 Best Outdoor Experiences On Ambergris Caye, Belize

Ambergris Caye in Belize is mecca for drivers and snorkelers, but a myriad of other outdoor activities are available to the active traveler

The Best Places to Travel in September, From Jackson Hole to the Amalfi Coast

Vacation season is far from over. Here are the 8 best places to travel in September, from Bali to Nantucket

First time Santorini: top tips for your first trip

Dazzling Santorini is the instantly recognizable supermodel of the Greek islands. Here's what you need to know for your first trip to Santorini

First Battle of Bull Run

On July 21, 1861, near Manassas, Virginia, Union and Confederate forces met in the Battle of Bull Run, the first major land battle of the American Civil War. The soldiers on both sides were inexperienced, from the rank and file to the commanding officers. However, reinforcements from the Confederate side under General Stonewall Jackson soon gave the weight of the battle to the

US extends Mexico, Canada border restrictions through Aug. 21 despite Canada's plan to allow fully vaccinated Americans

The United States has extended Mexico and Canada border restrictions on nonessential travel yet again into August

Airlines damage or lose 29 wheelchairs daily; Here's what wheelchair users need to know

A disability lawyer and a Paralympian share their personal experiences and what other people who use wheelchairs need to know about air travel

World's best airlines for 2021, ranked by AirlineRatings.com

It's been a strange year for the aviation industry, with many airlines grounding aircraft for significant chunks of 202

Croatia's Airports Saw A 544% Increase In Passengers In May

International airports in Croatia are having an excellent rebound from last year's poor figures, with passenger traffic up

Seven more Carnival ships to restart this fall, 95% vaccinated cruises to continue

Three more Carnival Cruise Line ships are to resume saiiing in September and another four in October, vaccinated cruises will continue

This Luxurious 132-night World Cruise Costs $73,000 a Ticket — and It Sold Out Within 3 Hours

"This outstanding response has surpassed all expectations and is without a doubt our strongest world cruise launch day ever," Regent Seven Seas Cruises' CEO said

What It’s Like to Return to the Caribbean on a Cruise Ship

When AFAR’s special cruise correspondent got back out on the open water for the first time since the start of the pandemic, things didn’t go quite as planned

US State Department joins CDC in raising UK travel advisory

The State Department raised its travel advisory for the United Kingdom to Level 4: Do Not Travel on Monday, aligning with an update made by the CDC earlier in the day

Dive in: Cyprus opens ancient harbor of Amathus in attempt to lure tourists

A 2,400-year-old harbor, Amathus, will soon be the newest tourist attraction in Cyprus

Frustration Grows As Tri-State Area Air Travelers Run Into Nightmare Problems Getting To Destinations

Frustrated flyers say they're being left stranded at airports across the country

Summer Travel Options Outside The U.S. Are Still Up In The Air As COVID Cases Rise

Two federal agencies issued the highest warning to Americans against traveling to the United Kingdom and four other countries due to rising COVID-19 cases

Stay Safe and Be Prepared Before You Travel: What To Know

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we live, and now “traveling safely” has a whole new meaning. There’s a lot more to think about before you plan your itinerary

Travel is back, and so are the crowds. How early do you need to get to the airport?

The sight of crowded airports and packed planes might be welcome for the travel industry, but for travelers — not so much

Experience the wonders of Alaska in a single trip to Anchorage

Visit Anchorage and experience Alaska's culture, cuisine and beautiful national parks all in one city. Here's why the city is the perfect start point

Marie Claire UK Sustainability Awards 2021: Travel & Leisure Winners

In 2018, scientists found that tourism accounted for around 8% of global greenhouse gas emissions, prompting an industry-wide call for hospitality

This Island Road Trip Is High on Adventure and Low on Drive Time

There'll be a lot of backtracking, and plenty of backroads driving, but this road trip isn't about getting from one place to another

Hotels Like Hilton Drop Daily Housekeeping; Will It Annoy Customers?

When hotels like the Hilton chain end daily housekeeping service, does it hurt the hotel product in the long run

Honoring the Legacy of Bob Duglin

Zane Kerby, President and CEO of The American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA), issues the following statement on the passing of ASTA colleague and friend, Robert (Bob) Duglin: “With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our friend, colleague and industry statesman, Bob Duglin. Bob passed away on Sunday at his home in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. More than ten years ago, Bob was hired by Scott Koepf, who served as President of the National Association of Career Travel Agents (NACTA) at the time. Bob’s initial role was to organize FAM trips for NACTA, now known as the ASTA Small Business Network. Through the years, Bob rose steadily in responsibility. At the time of his passing, he held the title of Vice President, International Membership & Host Agencies and Managing Director, ASTA Small Business Network. “Bob sat on ASTA’s Senior Staff for the past eight years and was a constant positive

One Small Step

On this day in 1969, Neil Armstrong became the first human to walk on the surface of the moon. With him was fellow astronaut Buzz Aldrin. Team member Michael Collins orbited the moon above, awaiting their safe return. The Apollo 11 mission landing was the culmination of President John F. Kennedy's challenge in 1961

8th Annual ‘Promote Your Professionalism’ campaign underway with annual 50% certification scholarships from The Travel Institute

FRAMINGHAM, MA, JUNE 28, 2021 –The Travel Institute’s 8th Annual Promote Your Professionalism, or PYP, campaign kicks off today, June 28, and again runs through July as the annual opportunity for agents to utilize scholarship funds while strengthening both their business skills and travel industry knowledge. Delivering the travel industry’s education gold standard for more than 55 years, the non-profit has supported more than 3100 students in endowed scholarships

Court Rules CDC's Cruise Line Regulations Will Remain In Effect, Including In Florida

A federal appeals court has ruled that the CDC's regulations regarding cruise ships will remain in effect, including in Florida

Key lawmaker pushes US airlines to explain worker shortages and flight delays after billions in federal aid

Sen. Maria Cantwell, a key senator overseeing the aviation industry, is pushing six US airlines to explain worker shortages, flight cancellations and delays after the government supplied billions in federal aid to the airline industry amid the Covid-19

American Airlines Commits To Greenhouse Gas Reduction Targets By 2035

With environmental considerations playing an increasingly important role in airlines’ future plans, American Airlines has published its latest sustainability commitment

How the Airline Industry Is Improving This Year — and What That Means for Your Next Flight

Airlines just endured the worst year on record. Now they’re turning to the future with new jets, new routes, and new competition

This cruise sold fares starting at $73k. It sold out in less than 3 hours.

A cruise with fares starting at $73,499 sold out in less than three hours Wednesday

A Look at Restart Efforts For Niche Cruise European Brands

Several smaller niche brands are back in action in Europe. Mostly serving local markets, these cruise lines are building up quick restart plans, sailing in

First Hiton-branded hotel opens in Bahrain

Hilton Garden Inn Bahrain Bay has officially opened, becoming the first Hilton-branded hotel in the Kingdom

10 luxury hotel rooms where you can sleep in the great outdoors

Are you aching to sleep outdoors under the stars but don't want to wake up aching from a rough camping trip? These 10 luxury hotel rooms around the world offer the ultimate in pampering

11 Exciting New Hotels in Rome for Every Type of Traveler

These amazing new hotels in Rome offer beautiful design, luxury amenities, and more

Vaccinated Americans Can Travel To Canada Starting Next Month

As vaccination rates continue to climb in the U.S. and Canada, American travelers will soon be able to visit their northern neighbors

Passport backlog threatens to upend travel plans for millions of Americans

Millions of Americans hoping to renew their passports and travel abroad this summer could see their plans dashed by a massive backlog caused by staffing shortages at the State Department

Why this is the best time to earn credit card points and miles and what you should do right now

Several credit cards are offering huge bonuses, and economic conditions make now a perfect time to start earning points and miles

A day in the life: What it's like to travel through an airport and on a plane as a wheelchair user

We interviewed Gabrielle deFiebre, whose wheelchair was damaged by Delta in a now-viral video, about what the airport experience is like as a wheelchair user

Cancun vs Playa Del Carmen: Comparison Guide To Help You Choose

Undecided between Playa del Carmen or Cancun: How to Choose. If you are hesitating between the two, keep reading, and you'll find some ideas that will help you choose a destination

Updates And Restrictions On Travel To Hawaii

While your vaccination status determines which entry procedures you follow, all visitors and returning residents will need to participate in the Safe Travels program to waive the mandatory 10-day quarantine

16 Things To Know Before Your First Visit To Kenya

Before going on an adventure through Kenya, look over these tips for getting the most out of the experience

Civil rights tourism regains footing in Georgia’s capital

Tom Houck, who spent his younger days chauffeuring Martin Luther King Jr. around town, is getting back behind the wheel — figuratively

15 creepy ghost tours across America

Are you looking for something to do now that COVID-19 restrictions are lifting? How about something mysterious and spooky

The Sinking of the Mary Rose

The Mary Rose was one of the largest ships in the English Tudor navy of King Henry VIII. She had seen nearly thirty years of warfare and had recently been upfitted with a new innovation: gun ports along the side of the ship, allowing it to fire a broadside. However, the battle tactics to support the new innovation were not fully developed. Accounts indicate that, having exhausted her guns on her port side, the captain attempted to turn the ship about to fire the guns starboard. However

Hungary Opens Its Doors to European Visitors

Budapest, July 5th, 2021 - After reaching the significant 5,5 million vaccinated mark, another long-awaited stage of reopening took effect in Hungary. While many restrictions have already been lifted in recent months, everyday life in the country is going further back to normal: mandatory mask wearing is lifted at all places indoors and outdoors – except for health- and social care institutions – while hotels, beaches, restaurants, and spas are open to the public without the obligation of holding an

Airlines race to train pilots as travel demand roars back

Flight simulators from Atlanta to Dallas to Miami are humming as airlines scramble to get hundreds of pilots trained to meet a rebound in bookings

American Airlines recalls crew on voluntary leave, plans hiring

American Airlines Group Inc (AAL.O) said on Thursday it has asked about 3,300 flight attendants on voluntary leave to return by the holiday travel season to meet rising customer demand, according to a letter to staff reviewed by Reuters

Low-cost airlines are coming back to the US this summer and offering Americans cheaper access to a newly reopened Europe

Americans are finally getting back to Europe but have fewer options than they did in years past as transatlantic airlines have been steadily disappearing

This Iceland Hotel Is Offering One Traveler a Month-long Stay If They Can Photograph the Northern Lights

This hotel in Iceland is looking for someone to photograph the northern lights in exchange for room and board for a month

Yes, room prices are higher. Hotel rates hit record high the week of July 4.

U.S. hotel room rates hit an all-time high this month, driven by pent-up demand to leisure travel

Inside the first hotel in the Europe to take cryptocurrency payments

Guests staying at any hotel with The Pavilions Hotels & Resorts network will now be able to pay for their stay using cryptocurrency

COVID-19 and travel: The delta variant is spreading. Should travelers be concerned?

Some regions are beginning to tighten entry restrictions to get a handle on the spread of the delta variant

Canada could let fully vaccinated US citizens enter the country by next month

Canada could start allowing fully vaccinated US citizens and permanent residents on non-essential travel into the country by mid August, according to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau

The Pandemic Changed The World Of 'Voluntourism.' Some Folks Like The New Way Better

Critics say volunteering abroad does not always benefit local communities. The coronavirus travel bans have led to a different approach for volunteers who want to donate their services

5 Costs That Could Wreck Your Travel Budget

These less-obvious expenses could throw your travel budget off course -- and leave you with post-vacation debt

A Complete Guide to Where Americans Can Travel in Europe

This summer has brought good news for Americans eager to travel to Europe—a number of countries have reopened amid rising vaccination rates, welcoming U.S. travelers back once

Qatar Reopens to Fully Vaccinated Travelers

Qatar has reopened its borders to fully vaccinated travelers, becoming the latest destination to welcome visitors with the jab

Canada will lift its ban on cruises in November, months sooner than planned

Canada will allow cruise ships to resume operations as of Nov. 1 if they comply fully with public health requirements

Residential-style luxury and some solo rooms for Oceania Cruises' new Vista

Oceania Cruises residential-style luxury in accommodations including some solo rooms aboard inew Vista, debuting in early 2023

Cruising Returns to Antigua and Barbuda

The first cruise ship to return to the destination was Windstar Cruises' Sea Breeze, which called on St John's this week

The Trinity Test

On July 16, 1945, at 5:30 a.m. southeast of Socorro, New Mexico, the United States conducted the world's first test of an atomic bomb. The resulting explosion was the equivalent to 20 thousand tons of TNT. The shock wave was felt as much as 100 miles away. A few weeks later, a similar bomb was dropped on Nagasaki, Japan, and another on

Is This the Next Big LGBTQ+ Travel Destination?

This Central American country is hoping to poach queer travelers from popular hot spots, and rethink what gaycations look like in the process

GOP lawmakers press airlines on flight cancellations

Republicans on the House Oversight Committee are asking the airline industry to explain a recent surge in flight cancellations, lawmakers announced Thursday

Airlines and Automakers Brace for EU’s Momentous CO2 Clampdown

Europe’s airlines are pushing back against the European Union’s upgraded climate plan, saying a planned tax on jet fuel is counterproductive as the region’s transportation sector braces for measures

US Supreme Court Rejects Bid To Drop Airline Mask Mandate

The United States Supreme Court has dismissed an application to void face mask-wearing rules on public transport, including

Italy's Hotels Champion Workcations For Travel-Hungry Telecommuters

Italy's hotels are tapping into the rising "workcation" trend, a new holiday concept that is capitalizing on the growth of remote working amid the pandemic

These Are the 11 Chicest New Hotels in the U.S.

Travel is finally having its comeback, and we're ready to hit the road again

Nearly 3,000 guests, crew disembark cruise in Singapore after positive Covid case left them confined in cabins

Nearly 3,000 guests and crew are disembarking a Dream World Cruise in Singapore after being confined for hours due to one positive Covid-19 case

Italy Bans Large Cruise Ships In Venice Starting In August

After years of debate, the government of Italy has changed its laws regarding where cruise ships bound for Venice can dock

Royal Caribbean Will Start Selecting Volunteers for Test Cruises

Last November, Royal Caribbean started asking for volunteers to sail on some of their cruise ships as they conducted test cruises. After receiving over

What It's Like To Fly On A $23,000 Flight

Click to see photos from a luxury suite for $23,000 on Singapore Airlines

Top Places to Visit on a Day Trip to Cozumel

Top Places to visit on a Day Trip to Cozumel. If you're visiting the Riviera Maya, Cozumel is the perfect day trip. Here are the top places you can explore to make your trip extraordinary

10 Travel Destinations Trending On TikTok

Bounce broke down the most popular locations on the app

Traveling to Thailand during Covid-19: What you need to know before you go

If you're planning to travel to Thailand, here's what you'll need to know and expect if you want to visit during the Covid-19 pandemic

Maldives opens its borders for travellers for hassle-free, safe new-normal #TakeMeToMaldives vacations

With exceptional new-normal safety protocols in place as part of #TakeMeToMaldives theme, the beautiful country of Maldives welcomes Indian travellers to visit the scenic nation with

The Rosetta Stone

In the summer of 1799, soldiers in Napoleon Bonaparte's army in the Nile Delta were demolishing a wall to increase the area of an existing fort. Clearing away debris and overgrowth, one of the soldiers spotted an unusual stone used in the wall's construction. On the slab was an inscription. As a team of scientists and historians examined the inscription, part of it was recognizable as Greek and part as Egyptian hieroglyphics. The third area was engraved in a

Norwegian Cruise Lines sues state of Florida over vaccine passport ban

Norwegian Cruise Lines is suing Florida after the state banned vaccine passports, saying it cannot safely resume sailings without ensuring its passengers and crew are vaccinated against COVID-19

Italy cruises: Country bans large cruise ships from sailing into Venice as of Aug. 1

Italy is banning mammoth cruise liners from sailing into Venice

Nearly 3,000 confined to cabins after COVID-19 case on Singapore cruise

A Genting Cruise Lines ship on a "cruise to nowhere" has returned to Singapore after a confirmed case of COVID-19 in a passenger, and the nearly 3,000 passengers and crew on board were confined to their cabins through

Massive flight delays, cancellations prompt finger-pointing

Airlines are racking up an unprecedented number of delays and flight cancellations just months after Congress gave the industry $54 billion so that carriers could retain their employees and facilitate a seamless return to air travel as

FAA sees largest weekly surge in unruly air passengers this summer

Of this year's incidents, 75% involve passengers who refuse to wear a mask

Spirit Relaunches Three More Routes to the Caribbean

The low-cost carrier has restarted daily service from Orlando to Cancun, along with service to both Punta Cana and Santo Domingo

Olympics COVID cluster at Olympic hotel as Tokyo cases surge

A COVID-19 cluster at a Japanese hotel where dozens of Brazilian Olympic team members are staying raised new concerns about infections at the Tokyo Games, as the host city recorded its highest number of new cases for six months

Qatar’s hotels accused of hospitality workers abuses

Business and Human Rights Resource Centre finds Qatar's hotel brands have failed to protect hospitality workers

Top 7 Unique Activities in Mexico City

Top 7 unique activities in Mexico City this summer. If you are planning a trip this summer, here are some unique activities you can explore

7 Tips for Seeing Hawaii on a Budget

Dreaming of a trip to Hawaii but don't want to break the bank? Keep reading to learn seven easy ways to visit Hawaii on a budget

7 cycling destinations around the world

Bicycle trips give tourists a chance to feel a sense of freedom while pedaling around in cities and among nature

U.S. Covid-19 travel restrictions state by state

Very few states had travel restrictions at the peak of summer - and the few rules that are remaining are generally less strict

Australian government halves arrival cap, leaving thousands stranded as air fares skyrocket

Australia's limit on international arrivals has been cut from a little over 6,000 to about 3,000 passengers a week as of July 14, crushing the hopes of the roughly 34,000 Australians now stuck overseas and wanting to come home

Traveling with your pet? Here's what you need to know, according to experts

Planning a big vacation is fun — and a little stressful. What do you pack? Should you check a bag? How much time should you allow for getting through airport security

5 online travel scams that are spreading now

If you're looking to take a vacation this summer, watch out for these five travel scams that are spreading around the U.S. like wildfire

The Storming of the Bastille

France was on the verge of revolution. The citizenry had become increasingly demanding of King Louis XVI. The Bastille contained only seven prisoners, but it held a great symbolic value. Not only did the fortress hold a great store of weaponry and gunpowder, but it had for centuries been the prison for those who disagreed with royalty. The demonstrators had earlier raided the Hôtel des Invalides, removing

United Airlines to buy 100, 19-seat electric planes from Heart Aerospace

United Airlines (UAL.O) said on Tuesday it would buy 100 19-seat ES-19 electric planes from Swedish start-up Heart Aerospace, as the U.S. carrier eyes battery-powered aircraft for regional routes

United Airlines Wants You To Choose Its Next Onboard Drink

United Airlines is making room for another choice on its drinks trolleys, and the airline is asking the

American Airlines Adding New Caribbean Destination in Mexico

American Airlines is adding a new destination on the Caribbean coast of Mexico, Caribbean Journal has learned

Southeast Alaska cruise cut short and another canceled after 3 people test positive for COVID-19

American Cruise Lines said it requires passengers to be fully vaccinated, but some crew members were not fully vaccinated, Petersburg Medical Center said

The Five Biggest Cruise Ships in Service

Some of the world's largest cruise ships are already back sailing. Cruise Industry News has compiled the list of the five biggest, in terms of their

New Expedition Cruise Ship Departs Shipyard, Heads For Iceland

A new expedition cruise ship has departed the shipyard in Germany, and is en route for her inaugural season in Iceland

Top 5 Reasons To Visit Dordogne, France

Five excellent reasons for holidaymakers to pay a visit to the beautiful region of the Dordogne in southwest France

How to Find the Best Hotels for Wheelchair Users

If you use a wheelchair or travel with someone who does, follow these expert tips for determining if a property is truly handicap accessible

This Brand-new Hotel in Italy Is Home to the World's First Truffle Concierge

Casa di Langa, a 39-room hotel on more than 40 acres of vineyards and forested hills, just opened in the heart of Piedmont (a.k.a. truffle country)

Immunized but banned: EU says not all COVID vaccines equal

After Dr. Ifeanyi Nsofor and his wife received two doses of AstraZeneca’s coronavirus vaccine in Nigeria, they assumed they would be free to travel this summer to a European destination of their choice

8 Things You Didn't Know About Santorini, Greece

Santorini is full of must see attractions that only the locals know about. Read on to discover the things you didn't know about Santorini, Greece

Holidays 2021: What you must do before travelling - expert top seven tips

Holidays these days are not as simple as they once were and it's vital travellers carefully prepare. Here is a checklist you can follow

Everything you need to know about Interrail passes

Using Interrail to ride trains around Europe has been a travel rite of passage since the 1970s. Here's how to get started on your Interrail adventure

Belize is one of safest nation to travel in current situation: Belize Tourism Minister

Belize's Tourism Minister - Anthony Mahler, while addressing the media, stated that in this crucial time of the COVID-19 pandemic, Belize is considered a level one destination by the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention - CDC in the United States

Coast Guard warns against Cuba travel as Floridians set off in boats

The agency's warning came as social media posts circulated about boaters preparing to sail to Cuba in a bid to deliver supplies

President for a Day

As President Ronald Reagan prepared for surgery to remove polyps from his large intestine, Vice-President George Herbert Walker Bush prepared to make history. For eight hours, President Reagan was in preparation for surgery under general anesthesia and in post-operative

American Cruise Lines cancels cruise after crew member, 2 passengers test positive for COVID-19

American Cruise Lines' American Constellation ship has canceled its next cruise after a crew member and two passengers tested positive for COVID-19

American Airlines First Class Passenger Taped To Seat After Inflight Incident

In the latest of a series of high-profile disruptive passenger incidents on American Airlines this week, flight attendants

United Airlines expanding routes to Costa Rica as travel rebounds

United Airlines is preparing a significant expansion into Central America, Mexico and the Caribbean during the upcoming U.S. winter

As Thailand hit by its worst COVID outbreak, economic risks rise

Thailand introduces strict lockdown-like measures to rein in the virus, endangering an already badly hit economy

Aircraft maintenance: how do airlines ensure jet safety?

To ensure passenger safety, airlines must complete several aircraft inspections. Here, AeroTime investigates the different stages of aircraft maintenance

The Latest Royal Caribbean Group Restart Plans

With all of its five brands now back in service, the Royal Caribbean Group is building up its restart plans. Over the next few months, 16 additional ships

MSC Cruises and Fincantieri to build new cruise terminal at PortMiami

MSC Cruises and Fincantieri have signed a contract for the construction of a new cruise terminal at PortMiami by Fincantieri Infrastructure

Tokyo hotel apologizes for 'Japanese only' elevator sign

A Tokyo hotel has apologized and removed signs reading "Japanese only" and "foreigners only" from elevators after the anti-COVID-19 precaution sparked outrage on social media

Hilton hotel adds surcharge for using a credit card — Will this become a trend?

A funny thing happened to TPG readers Isaac Burgin and Kendra Wallace during recent stays at the Hilton Burlington Lake Champlain in Vermont: Both were charged a “credit card surcharge tax” every time they swiped

The Best Mexican Resorts for a Socially Distant Vacation

These Mexican resorts offer private villas, private pools, outdoor restaurants, and more safe ways to vacation during COVID-19

Civil rights tourism starts to regain footing in Atlanta

ATLANTA — Tom Houck, who spent his younger days chauffeuring Martin Luther King Jr. around town, is getting back behind the wheel — figuratively

Jamaica Is Back. Here's How to Visit. Caribbean Journal

Whether it’s serenity of the cliffs of Negril, the sands of Montego Bay’s crescent shores or the sizzle of jerk in Port Antonio, Jamaica is the Caribbean’s sensory feast, a vibrant, endlessly energetic destination

Top 5 Reasons Why Travelers Should Visit Huatulco

5 Reasons why Travelers Should Visit Huatulco. Located in Oaxaca, Mexico, this tropical dreamscape has so many things to explore

Iceland's Reopening Is Way Ahead of Schedule. Here's the Perfect Weeklong Itinerary.

A complete guide to touring the tiny island nation, from its awe-inspiring waterfalls to volacona hikes to a spa that lets you literally bathe in beer

One and Done: These Zooms Are Perfect for Travel Photography

If you want to travel light, you need to check out these lenses that are perfect for travel photography. The lenses we have rounded up after the break are perfect for travel photography due to their versatility, excellent optics, great builds, and price

The UK May Open To Vaccinated U.S. Tourists Within Weeks

The U.K is working towards allowing vaccinated Americans to arrive in the U.K without facing restrictions within weeks

Day Trip From Paris To A Medieval City

Provins, France, is a thriving medieval town just hours from Paris, whose fortifications still stand and offer a romantic step back in time

The First Zip Code

On July 1, 1963, the United States Post Office introduced the first non-mandatory ZIP for the entire country. Employee Robert Moon first submitted his proposal for the idea while working as a postal inspector in 1944. In 1967, the Post Office began

Airport, airlines start legal action against Britain over travel rules

A group of airports and airlines launched legal action against the British government over its travel curbs on Friday, challenging ministers to be more transparent over decisions on rating COVID-19 risks in destination countries

$350M 'palace on rails' luxury train concept unveiled

French designer Thierry Gaugain plans to take the rail travel experience to a completely new level with his latest concept, a private luxury train made to measure for one lucky, and very wealthy, owner

Frontier Airlines Celebrates 27 Years Of Operations

Frontier Airlines has turned 27 years old. The American ultra-low-cost carrier (ULCC) is putting on a celebration to

Portugal orders COVID test, vaccination proof at hotel check-in

Scrambling to bring under control a worrying COVID-19 surge, tourism-dependent Portugal imposed stricter rules on Thursday, requiring holidaymakers to show a negative test, a vaccination certificate or proof of recovery to stay in hotels

12 Romantic Honeymoon Resorts and Hotels in Virginia

What are the most romantic hotels and resorts in Virginia? Click to discover honeymoon-worthy destinations for every kind of couple

Where are the housekeepers? COVID-19 guidelines, labor shortage affect hotel housekeeping service

Hotels across the U.S. have shifted away from automatic daily housekeeping services in recent months

Do I need to take precautions at hotels if I’m vaccinated?

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says the risk of COVID-19 is low if you’re fully vaccinated, and that you can resume indoor and outdoor activities without wearing a mask or social

7 popular city destinations that are absolutely worth the hype

7 popular city destinations that are absolutely worth the hype

Travel destinations according to your Zodiac sign

From off-the-beaten-path gems, to cities and coastal villages, here are your next travel destinations, based on your zodiac signs

World's Best Golf Trips - America's Hidden Gem Top 100 Golf Vacation

Wisconsin is not just the best kept secret in golf travel, it is one of the best golf destinations period, with multiple Top 10, 20, 50 and 100 ranked courses

Scenic Eclipse to Visit Saudi Waters for the First Time

Scenic Group has announced that its Scenic Eclipse will do a series of Red Sea itineraries for the first time in 2021. Scenic Group's first purpose-built

And relax! Best family-friendly European beaches revealed

Locals have offered their insider tips for the perfect beach breaks now that foreign travel is back on the cards

MSC Cruises' New Terminal in Miami Will Add Berths for 3 Cruise Ships

MSC Cruises is partnering with Fincantieri to build a new cruise terminal in Miami that will be able to accommodate three cruise ships at a time and

The world's largest cruise line is finally restarting operations in Europe

Royal Caribbean hasn't operated a cruise in Europe in more than a year

What Qualifies For Travel Delay Insurance Coverage?

Stuck in an airport or hotel because of a travel delay? Travel insurance can reimburse you for extra expenses during the delay. Here's how it works

U.S. Faces Pressure To Allow Travel From Europe

Noel King talks to Jon Baselice, U.S. Chamber of Commerce Vice President of Immigration Policy, about the growing calls for the U.S. to lift restrictions on European travelers to the United States

White House not lifting travel bans soon: report

The Biden administration is likely to keep travel restrictions in place for now

The Fourteenth Amendment

Although the Fourteenth Amendment was originally intended to provide full citizenship and rights to former slaves, the Due Process and Equal Protection Clauses have provided important civil rights to all Americans. Ratified on this date in

American Airlines flight disrupted by teens who refused to wear masks

Flight crew were forced to reschedule the flight after high school students flouted federal mask rules

Airlines May Soon Have To Refund Travelers If Bags Are Late

New regulations from the Department of Transportation may require airlines to begin issuing refunds for delayed delivery of baggage

British Airways, Ryanair, and More Airlines Plan to Keep Mask Mandate Even After UK Lifts Requirements

British Airways, Ryanair, and more plan to continue requiring masks on board even after the United Kingdom lifts face-covering requirements later this month

Cunard cancels sailings after crew members on Queen Elizabeth ship test positive for COVID

Cunard Line canceled cruises Thursday after crew members joining the Queen Elizabeth ship had tested positive for COVID-19

Carnival Cruise Line Visits Caribbean Ports for First Time in 16 Months

Two popular Caribbean cruise ports had cruise ships visit for the first time in 16 months as Carnival Cruise Line resumed cruises from Galveston and Miami

CDC reignites cruise fight with Florida after judge rules the agency's restrictions were excessive

The court battle between the CDC and Florida over the cruise industry continued Tuesday as the agency filed to appeal to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit, nearly three weeks after a lower court judge

European Travel Forecast Shows Desired Destinations For U.S. Travelers This Summer

Here are the most sought-after travel destinations throughout Europe, based on extensive search data

8 Stunning Destination Wedding Hotels Where You Can Stay Free With Points

For many, the appeal of destination weddings is obvious. Hotels package an exquisite setting with all of the details so you don’t have to lift a finger. Logistics like

Why Colombia Is Adventure Travel's Ultimate Overlooked Destination

You could spend a lifetime exploring Colombia; here are a few places to start, from world-class cycling and paddling to climbing and hiking

16 of the best Marriott hotels in the US, from budget all-suite stays to luxury mountain retreats

Whether you want to use or earn Bonvoy points, we found the best Marriott hotels in the US across all categories, from budget stays to luxe getaways

Get Out, Drink Up, and Celebrate in These Gay-Friendly Honeymoon Destinations

Stay safe and have fun in these LGBTQ-friendly romantic honeymoon destinations

How to reduce the environmental impact of your summer holiday

How to reduce the environmental impact of your summer holiday

15 Gorgeous Countries You Can Travel to WITHOUT a COVID Test. But Only if You’re Fully Vaccinated

The world is beginning to open up again for Americans after months of imposed travel bans. More and more European countries are letting American tourists in—especially those who are fully vaccinated

Travelers are going to this US island just to get vaccinated

The US territory of Guam has a program where travelers from Taiwan can be vaccinated against Covid-19 while they vacation

The Olive Branch Petition

One faction of the Second Continental Congress, lead by delegate John Dickinson, wanted to appease King George III. A separate group lead by John Adams, however, was more radical and wanted an immediate declaration of independence and believed war to be inevitable. Dickinson and his followers drafted a petition to King George, outlining a

Airlines' Refusal To Give Some Customers Cash Refunds For Flights Cancelled During Pandemic Could Prove Costly

The Biden Administration is planning new rules that will require airlines to begin refunding to passengers any fees they've paid to check bags that are delayed, for inflight Wi-Fi services that did not work

American Airlines says it flew three times as many passengers over July 4 weekend compared with 2020

American Airlines says it carried three times as many passengers over July 4 weekend over 2020

Biden administration readies new airline consumer protections

The way airlines handle extra, optional fees -- such as the charges to check a bag or reserve a specific seat -- could change under a set of rules being developed by the Biden administration

Regent offers free first class air for select Alaska, Canada/New England cruises

For a limited time, Regent Seven Seas Cruises is offering free business class air with 25 intracontinental 2022 sailings in Alaska and Canada/New England

Another Royal Caribbean Cruise Ship Resumes Cruises

Another Royal Caribbean cruise ship returned to service today when Jewel of the Seas embarked on a two night preview cruise before the vessel begins week

Norwegian Cruise Ship Arrives in Seattle Ahead of Alaska Restart

Norwegian Encore arrives in Seattle, Washington in preparation for restarting cruises to Alaska in early August

The Italian gardens hoping to change tourism

Travelers to Italy want the countryside instead of cities of art post-pandemic. And there's a hope that this new trend might change tourism in the country for the better

The Roswell Incident

On July 8, 1947 The Roswell Army Air Field issued an unusual press release indicating that on July 7th, the day before, some of its personnel had located and removed a crashed “flying disc” from a local ranch. A second press release corrected “flying disc” to “weather balloon.” One of the great conspiracy theories of the 20th century was

US imposes air travel restriction to Belarus after arrest of opposition journalist

The U.S. Department of Transportation imposed a final order for air travel restrictions on Belarus on Tuesday after the country diverted a flight flying over the country to arrest a journalist

Canada and US Start Loosening Border Travel Restrictions

Pandemic travel restrictions between the US and Canada will start to ease, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said on Monday

Legoland New York Is Opening Its 250-room Hotel This Summer

The Legoland New York Hotel in Goshen, NY, will welcome its first guests on August 6

Hilton hotels will now only offer housekeeping by request

Hilton Hotels and Resorts says moving forward it will no longer offer daily housekeeping at its hotels

Kahului Airport capacity concerns increase ahead of loosened travel restrictions for Hawaii

Nearly 8,500 visitors touched down at the Kahului Airport on Monday. With travel restrictions loosening on Thursday, some are expecting the long waits to get even worse

The Best Travel Cameras You Can Buy in 2021

It's finally time to head out of town and take a well-deserved vacation far, far away from home. And while you could use your smartphone camera to document every incredible meal you eat, every amazing

Airlines waive change fees for several Florida cities as Tropical Storm Elsa nears

Major U.S. airlines are waiving change fees for several Florida cities as Tropical Storm Elsa approaches the state

Airline delays hint at hard summer for travelers

If you're planning to fly this summer, bring plenty of patience

Airlines to Be Charged More for Polluting in EU Green Push

Airlines in the world’s biggest carbon market will eventually have to pay for all the pollution from their planes as the European Union strengthens its climate policies under the Green Deal

10 Best Hotels In Washington D.C.

The hotel scene in Washington D.C. has been undergoing a renaissance. Many of the city's historic hotels had extensive renovations while the influx of new hotel brands has led to the opening of several stylish urban hotels

I Tried One of Those 'Work From Hotel' Packages in Cape Town — Here's What It Was Really Like

I turned a layover into a working vacation during COVID. Here's what to know if you've been thinking of taking your remote work on the road

5 Luxurious Nassau County Hotels for Your Summer Getaway

Get away without going far. Check out these five Nassau County hotels that deliver luxury close to home

Vaccinated vs. unvaccinated: Two different experiences on Royal Caribbean's first cruise from the US in more than a year

Here's what it was like on Royal Caribbean's first cruise from the US in more than a year. This cruise allowed both vaccinated and unvaccinated guests onboard.

Cruise lines that don't require Covid vaccines

Do you have to be vaccinated to go on a cruise? The short answer is no. The long answer is that vaccine requirements vary by cruise line, cruise ship, and departure port/destination

Costa Rica to welcome back cruises in September

Costa Rica will soon welcome cruise ships carrying vaccinated passengers and crew, the Tourism Board (ICT) announced

These are the most-searched ‘bucket list’ travel experiences in the world

Travelers regularly search for activities in New York, Paris and Rome - but the world's most popular online travel search is in none of those places

"Green Pass" COVID travel app smoothing travel for Europeans

The coronavirus pandemic has made travel more complicated for everyone, from airlines to security personnel and, of course, passengers. Europe has started cutting some of the red tape limiting international travel with its own version of a COVID-19 "passport."

6 Top Honeymoon Destinations in Egypt

Growing up in an Egyptian family, most women are told “you will only be allowed to travel when you’re married”, or “you can only wear this on your honeymoon”

Golf Vacations Are Rising in Popularity — and These Destinations Have It All, On and Off the Course

Whether you picked up a club for the first time during COVID or you've been golfing for decades, if a golf vacation is on your list, we have some ideas for you

UK entry requirements to France and travel restrictions - and what the amber list rules are

There are different requirements depending on your vaccination status to travel to France

The 'Amazon of North America' could be Florida's best-kept secret

The Fakahatchee Strand, though small in comparison to other wilderness areas in South Florida, seems to have a knack for flying under the radar, then suddenly making big, out-of-the-blue headlines

Editor's Letter: Adventure Has a New Meaning This Summer

As you begin to travel again, any kind of trip can become an adventure

A Man for All Seasons

On July 6, 1535, Sir Thomas More was beheaded when he refused to sign the Act of Supremacy declaring King Henry VIII Supreme Head of the Church of England. More was appointed the lord chancellor in 1529 after a distinguished career as a Member of Parliament and as a leading intellectual. He was, at first, an ardent supporter of Henry VIII. However, as the King's intention to deviate from the Roman Church became more clear

TSA screenings surpass 2019 levels in pandemic first as airlines, airports scramble to staff

TSA airport screenings surpassed levels from two years ago, a first during the pandemic

U.S. to propose rules requiring airline refunds for delayed baggage

The Biden administration will soon propose new rules to require passenger airlines to refund fees for bags that are significantly delayed and refunds for services like onboard Wi-Fi that does not work, the White House said Friday

American Airlines passenger uses emergency exit to jump onto tarmac after flight delayed, canceled

Flight 2396, traveling from Charlotte to Thurgood Marshall Baltimore-Washington International Airport in Maryland, was canceled Thursday even after passengers had already boarded the plane

Airlines are back to overselling flights, and one traveler walked away with a $4,500 voucher after a Delta flight to Iceland was oversold by 30 people

Delta paid one man $4,500 in flight credit to delay his trip to Iceland by one day after bad weather caused a flight to be oversold by 30 seats

Carnival Cruise Line Back and Sailing from Miami

Carnival Cruise Line kicked off its first cruise from in almost 16 months from PortMiami today with the departure of Carnival Horizon. It's the second

MSC Cruise Ship Resumes Sailings From Germany

Seventh MSC cruise ship resume operations with MSC Seaview sailing out of Kiel, Germany

Disney delays test cruise over 'inconsistent' virus results

Disney Cruise Line is postponing its first test cruise after a handful of participants had inconsistent test results for Covid-19, the company said Monday

The Best Time to Visit Bali for Every Activity

These are the best times to visit Bali, whether you're coming for the beaches, hiking, festivals, or more

3 New Lodges in Namibia With Amazing Stargazing, Desert Views, and Outstanding Service

In Namibia, new luxury lodges allow visitors to take in the country's endless wide-open spaces in style

A guide to Europe’s most impressive active volcanoes

It may surprise you to hear that Europe is covered with volcanoes. No need to worry though, the vast majority are extinct or dormant. Dormant volcanoes are technically active but haven’t erupted for a long time

5 Volcanoes in Costa Rica That You Have To Visit: Come and See

One of the natural attractions that define the beauty of Costa Rica are its volcanoes, which have generated fertile valleys and diverse ecosystems

The Maltese Islands reopened for vaccinated and unvaccinated tourists. Here's everything to know before booking your trip

The Mediterranean archipelago has announced that vaccinated and unvaccinated tourists will be able to visit Malta this summer, with at least 18 airlines, including Air Malta, making the trip

9 of the best destinations for women to travel solo — now or in the future

In a pre-COVID world, solo travel, especially for women, was on the rise. But if you’re a woman wanting to travel alone, how do you decide where to go? According to a survey, key factors for solo travelers

Egypt eases hotel restrictions as it expects tourism to pick up

Egypt’s cabinet on Sunday eased guest limits for hotels as well as restaurants, cinemas and theatres to 70% of their capacity from 50 percent at present as coronavirus infections slow, a cabinet statement said

Where to find some cool travel escapes in the blazin' hot summer of 2021

Summer travel can be so inviting. There are fewer clothes to pack. Days are long for outdoor play. Outdoor dining abounds. And you can't overstate the simple joy of basking in the sun's soothing rays

Maui mayor asks airlines for fewer tourists amid travel boom

For nearly a year, Maui residents had their tropical oasis virtually to themselves. Then the visitors all came flooding back. “Over-tourism” has long been a complaint of locals on the Hawaiian island

The First Clone

On July 5th, 1996, a female domestic sheep was born, becoming the first mammal cloned from a single cell. The process was successfully completed by the Roslin Institute near Edinburgh, Scotland. Scientists cloned the animal named "Dolly" from a mammary gland cell taken from

An American in Greece: Travel to Europe is no easy feat this summer

What awaits American visitors to Europe this summer is a byzantine and constantly-changing array of Covid-related restrictions and registration requirements. But this American traveler would go again in a heartbeat

Hawaii Travel Update: Vaccinated Travelers Won't Need A Pre-Test Starting July 8th

COVID-19 restrictions are about to loosen in Hawaii. Here's what you need to know

How airlines will stop you losing your bags in the future

In 2019, 25.4 million bags went missing, costing the industry billions of dollars - can big data solve the problem

What to know about airline mask rules when flying with children as travel spikes across the US

Children under two are not required to wear masks and wearing a mask isn't required when eating, drinking, or taking medication

US Airlines Are Expecting Record Passenger Numbers Over July 4th

Tens of millions of people are expected to be on the move over the Independence Day Holiday

Flight Attendants Say ‘Not So Fast’ On Lifting Mask Requirements

Various U.S. Senators are pushing to end the transportation mask mandate in the immediate future, rather than await its Sept. 13 expiration

Two Carnival Cruise Ships Restarting Cruises This Weekend

Carnival Cruise Line will finally restart cruises this weekend when two of their cruise ships depart on sailings to the Caribbean from U.S. ports

Florida banned vaccination proof requirements. Not all cruise lines appear to care.

Some cruise lines are weaving a path that accommodates Florida's law and CDC sailing requirements. Others are not

American Queen Drops Mask Requirements for Guests, Announces Sale

American Queen Steamboat Company has announced that its guests will no longer be required to wear masks onboard or receive pre-cruise testing

This 120-Year-Old Budapest Palace Was Turned Into a Luxury Hotel

The Matild Palace in Budapest, Hungary has opened its doors as a luxury hotel this week and it now offers over 130 guest rooms to choose from

This Rhode Island hotel has been named one of the 15 best beach resorts in the US

Ocean House, a 13-acre coastal property in Watch Hill, has just been named one of the best beach resorts in the country by Travel and Leisure

TSA Provides Travel Tips as Airports See Pre-Pandemic Numbers Ahead of July 4

As summer travel volumes continue to rise and the Fourth of July holiday weekend approaches, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) remains prepared to ensure a secure screening process at airports nationwide

Mask rules, open venues and more: What you need to know about summer travel in Europe

COVID restrictions remain in flux across Europe, and rules are constantly changing

9 Once-in-a-lifetime Trips to Book for 2022

2022 is the year of the bucket-list vacation, from the beaches of Sardinia to the restaurants of Kyoto

The Assassination of President James Garfield

Charles J. Guiteau was an unhappy man. Disgruntled by his failure to obtain a government position, he stalked James Abram Garfield, the 20th President of the United States. Guteau approached Garfield and his entourage and pulled his pistol, firing twice. One of the bullets lodged in Garfield's torso. Ironically, Garfield's Secretary of War, Robert Todd Lincoln, the son of the first assassinated President, was

Air Travel Is Back: United Airlines Spends Billions Adding Hundreds Of Jets

The airline industry is one of the most difficult industries when it comes to delivering a consistent customer experience, given the many problems that can occur that are out of the airlines' control

Cutting the cable: airlines roll out Bluetooth for inflight movies

Wirelessly connect your favourite noise-cancelling headphones or earbuds to the plane's inflight entertainment system

Looking for a good hotel deal this summer? Try these big cities

Hotel markets in urban areas face a slower rate of recovery. For travelers, those lower occupancy levels typically mean marked-down room rates

Disney: Hotel guests' early entry to parks starts Oct. 1

Early morning entry to theme parks will again be a benefit of staying at a Walt Disney World hotel as of Oct. 1

A Brand New Luxury Hotel In Budapest Allows Travelers To Experience Staying In A UNESCO World Heritage Site

Matild Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel has this week opened its doors to the public

All 22 Places You Can Eat At on Carnival Cruise Line's Mardi Gras

Mardi Gras is Carnival Cruise Line's newest and largest cruise ship. While the vessel is the first cruise ship in North America powered by LNG and the

BREAKING NEWS: GOVERNOR SIGNS BILL THAT VOIDS KEY WEST'S CRUISE SHIP LIMITS

Hopes for a veto by those who oppose large cruise ships in Key West ended this morning, when Gov. Ron DeSantis signed Senate Bill 1194, which voids any existing and prohibits future referendums and initiatives that restrict maritime commerce

Tauck to resume global operations including all European river cruises

Tauck plans to resume full operations of all remaining 2021 itineraries during August and September including Europe river cruises

8 reasons my first trip to Greece was better than I expected

Greece has taken up residence on my bucket list for years, but every time I considered planning a trip there, it either felt too daunting or something else would come up and force me to put it on the back burner

Best day trips from Tulum

Glorious beaches and eco-chic hotels are reason enough to visit Tulum, but plenty of day trips will lure you into the beautiful surrounding region

The world's most interesting (and conservation-focused) wildlife trips

Whether you want to actively help wildlife, or just observe without causing harm, we round up the trips to take

10 Ethical Animal Encounters You Can Have in the Wild

If you want to see wildlife on your next vacation, make your tourist dollars count. Look for destinations and tour companies that provide good jobs to local people so they can rely less on poaching and activities detrimental to animals and their habitats

Top Wedding Destinations in Mexico for 2021

Top Wedding Destinations in Mexico for 2021. With so many magical locations to tie the knot, here are the top wedding destinations for 2021

With almost 50 million Americans traveling on July 4 weekend, you may need to pack your patience

In normal times, holiday travel can be frustrating — but as the nation makes its way out of the pandemic, there is a lot more than usual riding on this weekend

Host Jo Franco on Filming 'The World's Most Amazing Vacation Rentals'

One of three hosts behind Netflix's new show, Jo Franco shares what it was like to wake up in treehouses, igloos, and a yacht—and the fresh perspective she brings to each experience

Travel expert shares crucial tip for planning 2021 travel: ‘I can’t stress enough how much of a difference it makes’

Lately, it feels like almost every conversation starts with the same question: Where are you going this summer? Everyone, it seems, is dying to travel again. The only problem? Everyone is dying to travel again

What it's like to travel to the Seychelles in the pandemic: 'It really is another world'

The Indian Ocean nation is now the most-vaccinated country in the world

The First Zip Code

On July 1, 1963, the United States Post Office introduced the first non-mandatory ZIP for the entire country. Employee Robert Moon first submitted his proposal for the idea while working as a postal inspector in 1944. In 1967, the Post Office began mandating

American Cruise Lines Alaska Season is Underway 1st Ship to Dock in Haines in 622 Days!

Guilford, CT—June 26, 2021— American Cruise Lines is pleased to announce that their 2021 Alaska season is underway and their small ship cruises will continue to explore throughout Southeast Alaska all summer long. On June 12th, American Constellation was the first cruise ship to dock in Haines in 622 days (since September 29, 2019). To celebrate the town’s 1st docking in almost 2 years, American’s guests were warmly welcomed on shore by Mayor Douglass Olerud, the Chilkat Dancers, and many members of the Haines community. “We are thrilled to be back in Haines and appreciate the wonderful reception we received from the community

Lawmakers demand Department of Transportation force airlines to issue cash refunds or extend pandemic-related flight credits

"There should be no expiration date for consumer protection," the lawmakers wrote

No, you (still) can't bring fireworks. Yes, masks are required. 6 things to know if you haven't been on a plane during pandemic

U.S. airports are getting increasingly crowded as more Americans are vaccinated and travel restrictions ease. Out-of-practice travelers need to prepare

Extreme turbulence on American Airlines flight leaves 10 hospitalized

The flight hit severe turbulence on the way to Tampa, Florida, sending some of the people on board flying out of their seats

Royal Caribbean Cruise Ship Receives CDC Approval to Restart Cruises July 2

Royal Caribbean's Freedom of the Seas has received a Conditional Sailing Certificate from the CDC to restart cruises with passengers from Miami on July 2

Royal Caribbean says unvaccinated travelers on Florida cruises must have travel insurance

Royal Caribbean International said Tuesday that all guests over the age of 16 traveling from U.S. ports, except those in Florida, must be fully vaccinated

MSC Cruises Begins Construction on Most Eco-Friendly Ship Yet

MSC Cruises has announced that it has begun construction on its most eco-friendly ship yet, and also revealed the vessel's name

Look inside the world's highest luxury hotel, the J Hotel Shanghai Tower

The J Hotel, the world's highest luxury hotel, boasts a restaurant on the 120th floor and 24-hour butler service, located in the Shanghai Tower, in Shanghai, China

This Grand Budapest Palace Has Been Transformed Into a Modern Luxury Hotel

The Matlid Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Budapest is reopening after a five-year renovation as a luxurious Marriott hotel

The Best Hotels in Greece to Book This Summer

For those ready to go island-hopping, these are the best hotels in Greece—from Santorini to Mykonos and Paros

As Vaccinated Tourists Plan Trips Again, Adventure Travel Is Booming

From sky-high hikes to adrenaline-pumping conservation missions, the next generation of adventure travel experiences is made for thrill-seekers

9 Things To Know Before Your First Trip To Amsterdam

You’ll find echoes of the past everywhere you go during your first visit to Amsterdam. Here's what not to miss

The Best Destinations for an Extended Trip in 2022

Still holding off on taking your next big vacation? Whether you have a backlog of PTO, a remote job, or just retired, here are the best places to spend your extra time in 2022

Crypto-friendly travel site marks U.S. debut with dogecoin payment option

Berlin-based travel site GetYourGuide has entered the U.S. market along with the ability to use dogecoin for payments

The Right 2021 Destination for Every Type of Traveler

Whether you're looking to stay up all night or brush up on American history, we have a trip for you

The Maltese pastry so good, it's worth planning a holiday around

The Maltese pastry that's so good, it's worth planning a holiday around

As America reopens, Black travel experts detail how the industry can learn from 2020's racial reckoning

Historians say racial unrest could challenge museums to confront America's true history, and that presents opportunity for Black-owned businesses

4 Top Italian Riviera Destinations You Might Not Know About But Should

When seeking out new destinations in Italy, you often don't have to go far to find them. Even as popular an area as the Italian Riviera has a good choice of intriguing villages and towns that many well-traveled visitors have yet to discover

Gone with the Wind Published

On June 30, 1936, Margaret Mitchell's Gone with the Wind went to publication and became an almost instant bestseller. The story, which revolves around Scarlett O'Hara, weaves its tale of private struggle into the framework of the American Civil War and Reconstruction Era, artfully depicting both the Old South and the immediate post-war

Beyond Times Square Announces Luxury Summer Experiences in New England – Spend Summer 2021 in Style with BTSQ

June 30, 2021 – New York, NY— Beyond Times Square (BTSQ), a New York City-based leading luxury travel service company, recently announced the launch of its line of luxury summer experiences to one of the most popular vacation destinations in the Northeastern U.S. – the New England region. “The New England states are adorned with beautiful cities, charming historic towns, secluded natural attractions and pristine beaches,” said Joel Cohen, General Manager at BTSQ. “In other words – it’s the perfect choice for a luxury summer vacation!” BTSQ has focused its experiences on both

United Airlines Is Buying 270 New Planes In Massive Bet On Future Of Travel

A year after a devastating pandemic, United is optimistic about the future and plans to spend billions of dollars upgrading and expanding its fleet

Maui mayor’s appeal to airlines: At least for now, please bring us fewer visitors

To combat overtourism and congestion at the airports, Maui Mayor Michael Victorino is asking airline officials to reduce passenger capacity to the island

Why Atlanta Is The World's Busiest Airport

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport has been the busiest airport (by passenger number) for many years. It may seem surprising that this title is not held by one of the largest cities or well-known hub locations

Disney Cruise Line postpones first test sailing due to inconsistent COVID tests among crew

Disney Cruise Line is delaying its first test sailing on the Disney Dream, scheduled for Tuesday. after a handful of crew tested positive for COVID

Viking Continues Cruise Restart With Sailings from Iceland

Viking continues to bring more ocean cruise ships back into service as the cruise line celebrated a milestone over the weekend when they began sailing

American Cruise Lines is back in Alaska

American Cruise Lines' Alaska season is underway and its small ship cruises will continue there all summer long

How to Responsibly Interact with Marine Life

Seeing wildlife can be a life-changing experience—but it’s important to know how to do it responsibly, to avoid harming those same animals worthy of marveling at

South Korea aims for a post-Covid comeback, hopes to achieve herd immunity

South Korea plans to open up its economy and work on travel bubble programs given its relative success in controlling Covid-19, its deputy prime minister said

Turkey's mysterious 'portal to the underworld'

The ancient city of Hierapolis has long hidden a poisonous secret in its mysterious "Gate to Hell". But modern science has finally uncovered the truth

Ease into island life with a visit to beautiful Cuba

Cuba has reopened to tourism, and now is the time to check out this Caribbean island gem, full of gorgeous beaches, stunning architecture and a timeless vibe. And despite what you might have read, Americans can indeed visit

COVID Testing: What to Do If You Plan to Travel Outside U.S. This Summer

International travelers who are vaccinated will still need to take a COVID-19 test before they return home to the U.S. -- and if you don't plan ahead

What tourists can expect as the Netherlands reopens its borders

Americans can now travel restriction-free to the Netherlands. That means they are not required to quarantine when they arrive in the Netherlands and they don't need to provide a test

Top 5 Places To Visit in Costa Rica

Costa Rica is one of the most visited countries in Central America. The name Costa Rica is Spanish for ‘rich coast’, and there could not be a more apt name for this tropical paradis

12 of Europe's best non-capital city breaks

City breaks can be as rejuvenating as a beach holiday if you pick the right destination, but how can you find a new experience

This Idyllic Hotel Is Bringing the Best of Fitness, Shopping, and Cocktails to the Hamptons This Summer

Travelers heading to the Hamptons may have their go-to hotels, shops, and fitness studios, but when it comes to getting it all in one place, The Reform Club in Amagansett is a perfect hidden gem

Feel Free In Palm Springs With Clothing-Optional Hotels

From the first gay clothing-optional hotel in Palm Springs to award-winning clothing-optional gay men’s resorts, PASSPORT has put together a list of several resorts where you can be in your element

First Globe Theatre Burns Down

On June 29, 1613, the first Globe Theatre burned to the ground. The theatre went up in flames during a performance of Shakespeare's Henry VIII, probably a result of a mistake with a prop cannon. The theatre (and its replacement, built the following year and used until 1642) is famed for being the proving ground o

8th Annual ‘Promote Your Professionalism’ campaign underway with annual 50% certification scholarships from The Travel Institute

FRAMINGHAM, MA, JUNE 28, 2020 – The Travel Institute’s 8th Annual Promote Your Professionalism, or PYP, campaign kicks off today, June 28, and again runs through July as the annual opportunity for agents to utilize scholarship funds while strengthening both their business skills and travel industry knowledge

TSA will resume defense training for airline employees

Federal officials cited the surge of incidents involving disruptive and sometimes violent passengers in resuming self-defense training for airline flight attendants and pilots

Firefighter Helps Veteran With PTSD On An American Airlines Flight

Fire Captain Bobby Davidson was returning home from vacation when he noticed a fellow passenger was in distress

Argentina Only Allowing 600 International Arrivals Per Day

The Argentinian Government toughened up its travel restrictions due to the new outbreak of COVID-19 worldwide. Now, Argentina

United Airlines closes in on $30 bln post-pandemic jet order

United Airlines (UAL.O) was putting the finishing touches on Monday to an airplane order potentially worth $30 billion at list values for up to 270 narrowbody jets in a bid to secure a pandemic recovery at favourable prices, industry sources said

Best New Hotels In Paris: The 7 Places To Stay Right Now

While travel came to a standstill when the pandemic hit, a handful of hoteliers kept the show running in Paris and opened spots that range from design-forward hotels to a palatial abode on the grounds of the Chateau de Versailles just outside the city

This floating eco-hotel concept in Qatar generates its own electricity

As more hospitality groups are ramping up efforts to be environmentally-friendly, a floating eco-hotel concept in Qatar has taken this one step further by generating its own electricity

NYC To Begin Moving Homeless Out Of Lucerne And Other Hotels

Homeless advocates have protested the move, citing safety and health concerns

Celebrity Cruises Becomes First Major Cruise Line to Resume Cruises from the U.S.

Celebrity Cruises became the first major cruise line to resume cruises from the U.S. when one of their cruise ships departed on a week long cruise to the

8 Secret Spots on Cruise Ships That Allow for Easy Social Distancing

Sailaway celebrations on the Lido Deck, pina coladas by the pool, room service on the balcony and everything else we love about cruising are once again within reach. With federal approval and cutting-edge safety measures building cruisers' confidence

MSC Becomes First Cruise Line To Resume International Sailings From Barcelona

The port of Barcelona reopened at the weekend for international cruises when the MSC Grandiosa became the first ship to embark with Spanish guests and

Austria Reopens To American Tourists

As Austria opens its doors to American travelers, here's what they should know about before they make the trip

Hong Kong announces travel ban for passenger flights from United Kingdom

Hong Kong announced it will ban passenger flights from the United Kingdom starting Thursday, citing the spread of the delta variant of coronavirus

When Will Regular People Be Able to Visit the Moon?

“Admittedly these customers are not ‘regular people’—they are extremely rich people.”

11 Incredible Places To View The Southern Lights In Australia And New Zealand

These locations for watching the southern lights will leave viewers with a sense of awe and an appreciation for the famous celestial bodies

Is Rainbow Mountain Worth Hiking? What To Know Before You Go

Hiking Peru's Rainbow Mountain is a pilgrimage that's humbling for many trekkers, and it's worth the trip

Hong Kong To Ban Flights From U.K. As More Countries Move To Block Delta Variant Spread

The Hong Kong government said it is classifying the U.K. as "extremely high risk."

What It's Like Traveling With Young Kids Right Now

A special episode of the Women Who Travel podcast, presented by Bradenton, Anna Maria Island, Longboat Key

Treaty of Versailles

On this day in 1919, the governments of Belgium, Britain, France, Italy, the United States, and all allies on one side and Germany and Austria Hungary on the other signed the Treaty of Versailles in

United Airlines Just Changed the Most Annoying Thing About Basic Economy Fares

The airline's basic economy fares can now be upgraded after purchase, allowing passengers to cancel or change their flights and use credits for future travel

American Airlines Just Made an Announcement No Company Wants to Make. Here's What You Can Learn From It

American Airlines announced this week it is canceling about 950 flights between now and mid-July. That amounts to about 1 percent of its total flights, the airline told Inc

Airlines say new UK travel rules cause vacation uncertainty

Airlines and holiday providers are expressing frustration with the U.K.’s plans to ease travel restrictions, saying uncertainty about how and when the new rules will be implemented

5 methods to save big on hotels

Of course, it depends on when you book and how savvy you are at tracking airfare deals, but scoring a great deal on a flight these days certainly isn’t impossible

These Arizona Hotels Are Redefining Wellness

The trend of mindfulness mixed with adventure is what we need coming out of the pandemic

How Will Hotels Ensure Unvaccinated Guests Remain Masked?

Mask guidelines are loosening up at hotels—here's what it means for you as a guest

Two guests aboard Royal Caribbean cruise test positive for Covid

Two guests aboard Royal Caribbean Cruises’ Adventure of the Seas ship tested positive for Covid-19 during routine testing and are now returning home

Carnival loses $2.1 billion amid COVID shutdown but says cruise bookings show 'pent-up demand'

Carnival Corp. said it lost more than $2 billion in its latest quarter as the company's cruise lines remained mostly shut down by the COVID pandemic

NCL extends suspension of cruises for five ships

Norwegian Cruise Line extended the suspension of sailings for three ships into November and for two ships into January

A look at travel rules in popular European destinations

Europe is opening up to Americans and other visitors after more than a year of COVID-induced restrictions. But travelers will need patience to figure out who’s allowed into which country

The Czech Republic Is Now Open to U.S. Tourists

The Czech Republic has added the United States to the list of countries from which tourists can once again visit. Though, there are still some restrictions

Anthony Bourdain's Best Places To Visit For July 4th Holiday

Looking for the best July 4th destinations? Let this list of interesting places inspired by gifted chef and talented storyteller, Anthony Bourdain guide you

Who To Tip When You're Traveling

After being in quarantine for more than a year, you’re finally ready to start traveling again. Whether you’re loading up the car for a long-overdue road trip or jetting off to an exotic destination, you want to make sure you know the rules of proper tipping

A Mass. activity just ranked among the top 2 family-friendly events in the world by Tripadvisor users

A Mass. activity just ranked among the top 2 family-friendly events in the world by Tripadvisor users. Read more on Boston.com

Five Retreats For The Adventure Seeker In You

Chances are, you're not the only one wondering how to design and finally embark on the trip you've had in the back of your head for months

Battle of the Little Bighorn

Led by Sitting Bull, many of the Lokota and Cheyenne Indians had left the reservations carved out for them by the US Government. The US 7th Calvary, lead by General George Armstrong Custer engaged the tribes near the Little Bighorn River in Eastern Montana. Custer was defeated and killed in what became known

New Southwest CEO on bag fees, change fees, assigned seats: 'It's not like we are changing the DNA of the company'

Bob Jordan, a longtime Southwest Airlines executive set to become CEO in February, said he doesn't plan to change the company's DNA

Frontier Airlines to rescind COVID-19 recovery fee it charged customers

Frontier Airlines said Wednesday it will cancel a fee it recently began charging customers in an effort to "offset added costs" related to the COVID-19 pandemic

How technology is helping airline businesses bounce back from COVID

How technology is helping airline businesses bounce back from COVID

Luxury in the clouds: Shanghai opens world's highest hotel

The world's highest luxury hotel, boasting a restaurant on the 120th floor and 24-hour personal butler service, has opened in Shanghai

'Hotels on rails': Plans for new network of European sleeper trains unveiled

Just a few years ago, it looked as though European sleeper trains were on their way to becoming a thing of the past as services were continually cut back

Celebrity Cruises drops requirement for passengers to show proof of COVID vaccine for Florida cruises

Celebrity Cruises has adjusted its COVID vaccine requirement for Florida cruises. Passengers will no longer be required to show proof of vaccination

Disney Cruise Line Announces Halloween and Christmas Cruises for 2022

Disney Cruise Line is looking ahead to next year's Halloween and Christmas sailings with magical celebrations

Norwegian Cruise Line Cancels Sailings on 5 Additional Ships

Norwegian Cruise Line has announced cancellations through November and January for five of its ships

10 best summer destinations in Japan

Embrace the warm weather at these gorgeous beaches, islands and mountain retreats from Okinawa to Hokkaido

British PM suggests unrestricted travel for the fully vaccinated is coming soon

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson hinted on Thursday that the UK was close to permitting unrestricted travel abroad for fully vaccinated people, in what would be a huge boost for airlines and holiday companies brought to their knees by COVID-19

The 27 Cheapest Places To Travel This Summer (The Locations Will Surprise You)

Looking for the best cheap travel this summer? We've got the scoop on where to go and how to save

Asia may be first in, last out of the Covid pandemic, says travel services firm

Asia will likely be last out of the pandemic because of low vaccination rates, said Todd Handcock of Collinson Group, a travel services firm

A Guide to Australia Travel Restrictions and Other Regions in Oceania

Here's what to know about New Zealand, Tahiti, Fiji, Bora Bora, and Australia travel restrictions this summer

9 Honeymoon Destinations That LGBTQIA+ Travelers Will Love

If you're a queer couple on the hunt for an inclusive honeymoon destination, these unexpected spots will guarantee the most welcoming experience

How payments could trigger a resurgence for the travel industry

Airlines have had to find new ways to stimulate growth, and harnessing digital payments for travel purposes could be one of those ways

Dancing Mania Breaks Out in Germany

On this day in 1374, a severe outbreak of "dancing mania", also known as "St. John's Dance" or "dancing plague", occurred in Aix-la-Chapelle, Germany. This particular outbreak soon spread across the European continent, as far as Italy, Luxembourg and France. Dancing mania involves men and women breaking into frenzied

Non-essential travel restrictions between US, Mexico and Canada extended through July 21

The U.S., Mexico and Canada have extended non-essential land travel restrictions through July 21, the Department of Homeland Security announced Sunday on Twitter

American Airlines Passengers Could Be In For A Summer Of Delays And Cancellations

The ripple effects of decisions made throughout the pandemic could mean disruptions for thousands of passengers throughout the busy summer travel season

Travel is back, and so are airline fees: Frontier adds 'COVID recovery' charge

Frontier's new fee comes as travel surges given increasing vaccination rates and fewer COVID restrictions

Hawaiian Airlines flight turns around after passenger was reported to be coughing continuously

A Hawaiian Airlines flight heading to Las Vegas turned back to Hawaii on Monday night so that an elderly passenger who had been coughing continuously could receive medical attention

These are some of the most bizarrely themed hotel rooms in the world

These are some of the most bizarrely themed hotel rooms in the world

Brits' top 10 wishlisted hotels with epic pools, huge rooms and beautiful views

Brits' most wishlisted hotels for 2021 have been revealed by Hotels.com and there are some seriously glamorous properties on the list

First test cruise sails as CDC control over cruises sits in limbo

Royal Caribbean’s Freedom of the Seas returns to Florida today after its first test cruise – part of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) requirements to return to cruising from the U.S.

Carnival Cruise Line Announces Two More Cruise Ships Joining the Fleet by 2023

Carnival Cruise Line has announced that they will add two additional cruise ships to their fleet by 2023, one brand new ship and a second that will come

Canadian Organizations Call for Resumption of Cruising

Tourism, business, labor and cruise industry leaders in Canada have called on the Canadian government to take “immediate action to signal the safe restart of the country’s multi-billion-dollar cruise ship industry

Hawaii To Add Fee To Tours, Water Activities To Help Protect The Ocean

Tourists who spend time on the water in Hawaii will soon be required to pay a fee in support of the conservation and protection of the state’s endangered marine

Mexico's family-friendly destinations to explore with kids

Mexico is a wondrous place with magnificent landscapes and endless outdoors activities, cultural sights and cosmopolitan cities

7 Beloved LGBTQ+ Destinations to Return to This Summer

The rainbows are here, and while LGBTQ+ Pride season always marks the return of summer, this year it marks the return of travel, too. For many it’s been a long year void of face-to-face quality time

9 Things You Should Consider While Traveling Right Now

As we look ahead to post-pandemic travel, industry experts share their tips for becoming a more conscious traveler

8 Ways the Pandemic Has Changed Travel-Possibly Forever

Cruise lines are gearing up for their first voyages since COVID, airports are humming, and rental cars are hard to come by. But it isn't back to exactly what we had pre-pandemic and some changes are more likely to become permanent than others

48 Travel Photography Tips to Improve Your Craft

In my mind, I roam the American West and meander along the coast of the Adriatic Sea. I imagine myself at non-descript train depots in Kerala drinking

Revenge Travel And Where Americans Are Traveling

An AirDNA study finds that demand for Airbnb and VRBO bookings in small cities and rural areas is up 62% from the summer of 2019

The world's first space travel agency has opened in the UK

The UK's first space tourism travel agency has opened - and it's a world first

Italy moves to halt overtourism before travel restarts

The Uffizi Diffusi project will see Renaissance artworks from the Uffizi Galleries exhibited around the region of Tuscany, turning the area into one giant gallery in a bid to combat overtourism

Patent for "Type-Writer" granted

Christopher Latham Sholes, Samuel Soule, and Carlos Glidden did not develop the first typewriter - but their design as patented on June 23, 1868 was destined to be the most successful. None of them, though, saw that success: theirs was one of many typewriters being developed at the time, and with no indication that theirs would be especially succesful, Soule and Glidden bailed on their

Airline groups want the Justice Department to punish unruly passengers

A coalition of airline trade and labor groups on Monday wrote to Attorney General Merrick Garland and FAA Administrator Steve Dickson asking that the Justice Department handle the most heinous cases of unruly passengers

More people are flying — so why are airlines slashing flights and hiking prices?

A shortage of pilots and a faster-than-expected takeoff in passenger demand is forcing some airlines to cut back flights and retool schedules

Delta plans to hire more than 1,000 pilots by next summer as travel demand returns

Delta plans to hire more than 1,000 pilots by next summer as travel demand returns

Royal Caribbean sails first trial cruise in US after industry's 15-month pause

Royal Caribbean set sail for the first time since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic

Holland America Set for U.S. Cruising with 6 Ships from San Diego and Port Everglades

Holland America Line announced it is set to restart cruising out of Port of San Diego in California beginning with a season of cruises to Mexico, Hawaii and

Venice may be put on endangered list if cruise ships not banned, says Unesco

The UN heritage agency says the historic centre is in danger if ships are not diverted to another port

North American travelers lift state's hotel occupancy

Travel demand from North American travelers is bolstering Hawaii's travel industry, but the absence of international travelers is still hampering recovery for some members

This Hotel Brand Is Giving Away a Year of Travel to One Lucky Person

June, IGH Hotels announced a contest that will provide one traveler the chance to win back adventures with a year's worth of stays at various IHG locations

Some destinations are shutting out unvaccinated travelers. Here are a few

Travel options for the unimmunized are starting to dwindle as nations prioritize safety and simplified entrance requirements over open-door policies for all

U.S. Tourists Can Now Travel to Italy without Quarantining

As of Monday, U.S. tourists can travel to Italy without a quarantine period, following a recommendation from the E.U. to lift travel restrictions for Americans

What you should know about 'travel bubbles' - and why they're so important to the industry

What to know about travel bubbles.

Germany Eases Travel Restrictions for American Tourists

Germany lifted travel restrictions for American tourists, provided they are fully vaccinated, have recovered from COVID-19 or will take a PCR or rapid antigen test ahead of arrival

How to Safely Stay Connected When You Travel

No matter where or how you roam this summer, these tips can help you navigate or stay in touch with friends and family - when you want.

15 Most Romantic Honeymoon Cabins in the U.S.

The essential guide to honeymoon cabins is here. Discover the most romantic cabins in the U.S. for cozying up together during your honeymoon

My top 5 things to do on the Island of Hawaii

Some of things we love about the Island of Hawaii, including manta ray snorkeling with Anelakai Adventures, seeing volcanos, and Body Glove whale watching

All-Black flight crew commemorates Juneteenth

Juneteenth celebrations included an all-Black crew flying from Houston to Chicago to commemorate Black people in the aviation industry

G.I. Bill Becomes Law

On June 22, 1944, President Franklin Roosevelt signed into law the Servicemen's Readjustment Act of 1944 - better known as the G.I. Bill. The law provided a range of benefits to those who had served (at least 120 days and without being dishonorably discharged) in World War II. The consequences of the G.I. Bill were

As Europe cracks the door open to visitors, airlines pounce with new trans-Atlantic flights

Airlines are having to think fast as international destinations reopen after more than a year of pandemic closure

8 hotel-rafts on a lake in belgium will revive your childhood dreams

‘vlotkamp‘, dutch for ‘raftcamping’ is a small pop-up hotel by tobias knockaert & kika merlin on a lake in flanders, belgium. it features 8 rafts, only accessible by canoe

Flight passengers are getting heavier and airlines are setting new weight rules — but they won't start weighing passengers, industry experts say

The FAA said weighing passengers was "an option" for airlines, but experts said most companies would use other methods for their safety checks

Business travel likely to resume in the fall, Hyatt Hotels CEO says

The hotel and cruise industries are starting to see signs of recovery, according to the CEOs of Hyatt Hotels and Carnival Corporation

Disney’s Hotel New York - The Art of Marvel opens at Disneyland Paris

Here's what you can expect from the 561-room hotel

American Airlines canceling hundreds of flights through mid-July

American Airlines is canceling hundreds of flights for at least the next few weeks as a combination of factors threaten regular business operation

A judge ruled that Florida would be harmed by the CDC stopping most cruise ships from sailing

A federal judge ruled Friday that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's conditional sailing orders on the cruise industry "likely constitutes an unconstitutional delegation of legislative power to CDC."

Here Are All The Princess Ships Set to Cruise in the U.S.

After confirming its service resumption in Alaska, Princess Cruises has announced its intent to return to service in other U.S. ports, sailing from Los

Viking Prepares to Launch More Summer Mediterranean Cruises

Viking has announced new details on its upcoming Welcome Back voyages in the Mediterranean starting this July

As vacations resume, here's why you might want to hire a travel advisor

After months of struggle and setbacks, a potential silver lining has emerged: Travel advisors’ effective advocacy for clients stranded or stymied during the global lockdown has now become perhaps their strongest selling point

6 Destinations in Japan Where the Locals Love to Go

Get off the tourist track and delve a little deeper into Japan with these local-loved spots throughout the country

US extends Covid-19 travel restrictions with Canada and Mexico

The United States has extended Covid-19 restrictions on non-essential travel at land and ferry crossings with Canada and Mexico until July 21, according to a tweet from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) on Sunday

Hawaii Travel Update: Pre-Test, Vaccine Proof No Longer Required For Interisland Travel

Island-hopping in Hawaii just got a lot easier - and less expensive

Traveling to Thailand during Covid-19: What you need to know before you go |

If you’re planning to travel to Thailand, here’s what you’ll need to know and expect if you want to visit during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Italy Drops All Restrictions For Vaccinated U.S. And Canadian Travelers

Italy has completely removed its mandatory self isolation for Americans and Canadians arriving in Italy from June 19th

Collette Announces Sizzling Summer Sale on Tours in the United States, Europe and Central America

Pawtucket, RI (June 21, 2021) –Collette, global tour operator, is kicking off the official start to summer with a sizzling sale on future travel throughout the United States, Europe, and Central America. Guests can book now to save on select destinations around the world for travel July 1, 2021-March 31, 2022. The sale ends on June 30, 2021. Guests can book confidently knowing that Collette’s Travel Protection Plan allows for cancellation for ANY reason up to 24 hours

The Japanese Attack Fort Stevens, Oregon

On June 21, 1942, a federal fortification at the mouth of the Columbia river in Oregon became the only military installation in the continental US to be attacked by the Japanese during World War II. A Japanese submarine fired

Southwest Airlines, which gave us everything from hot pants to 'Wanna Get Away' fares, turns 50 today

Yet now, 50 years later, as Southwest and other airlines recover from the worst crisis in the history of commercial aviation, the impact of the once-upstart carrier is reflected every time

Airline screenings surpass 2 million, the highest level since the pandemic began: TSA

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) on Sunday screened more than 2 million travelers at airports - the highest number since the COVID-19 pandemic began in March 2020

The EU Relaxes Air Travel Guidelines For Vaccinated Passengers

The EU has released a new version of the Aviation Health Safety Protocol, which advises relaxing travel restrictions for vaccinated and recovered passengers. The new guidelines recommend exemption from testing and quarantine for those fully vaccinated

Travel app offers skittish vacationers 60-day freeze on hotel rates

Hopper rolled out its “Price Freeze for Hotels” feature. The app now lets users lock in the best rate at a specific hotel for up to 60 days

'Supporting sustainability:' Hotel group goes vegetarian for 365 days

Hong Kong-based Ovolo Group switched all of its hotels and restaurants to go vegetarian for 365 days

Travelers care deeply about sustainability - until it inconveniences them

Surveys indicate a silver lining to the pandemic is a heightened commitment to “sustainable” travel by consumers. But as vaccinations lift travel prospects, hopes for a “green” recovery may have been overblown

Top 5 Things To Do On Long Haul Flights And What To Avoid

Five important things to do on your long international flight, and two things to avoid at all cost

Top 5 Reasons to Visit Acapulco in 2021

Top Reasons to visit the majestic Acapulco Bay, in 2021. See this list of activities before booking your next trip to Mexico

Polish Tourism Experiences ‘Real Explosion in Interest’ With 32% Increase Compared to 2020

Travel agencies in Poland are reporting a rapid increase in interest in international tourism, Rzeczpospolita, a Polish newspaper, reveals

Phuket to Waive Quarantine for Vaccinated Tourists From July

Thailand has finalized its plan to reopen Phuket on July 1, the so-called Phuket Sandbox, which will allow fully vaccinated tourists from countries such as Germany, the U.K. and U.S. to visit the island without having to quarantine

CDC eases warning for cruises, recommends only fully vaccinated travel

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) eased its warnings for cruises by a notch from the highest level that led to a sailing hiatus, and recommended only fully vaccinated people take trips when sailings resume from U.S. ports in a few days

This Dark Sky Resort in Arizona Offers In-room Telescopes and Guided Stargazing

The Adero Scottsdale, located in the Sonoran Desert, has the distinction of being the only Autograph Collection destination inside a certified Dark Sky Community, meaning it's a prime location for stargazing all year long

Unvaccinated on MSC's US cruises must buy insurance, 'bubble' tours

Travelers not fully vaccinated for COVID-19 will have to buy insurance and, to go ashore, 'bubble' excursions, MSC Cruises said in opening sales for US-based ships. Testing at embarkation and masks indoors will be required of all passengers

30 Cruise Secrets Only Insiders Know

A cruise can be a great option for frugal vacationers. Not only can cruisers sail to exotic locales, sampling the culture and cuisine, but they can also enjoy a wide array of onboard activities, from

Their Finest Hour

On June 18, 1940, Sir Winston Churchill stood before the House of Commons. Only slightly more than a month earlier, he had become Prime Minister of Britain. It was the first year of World War II. The Battle of France waged on, and it was a certainty that Germany would capture the French nation. Churchill’s speech rallied the morale

Airlines, Banks And Other Companies Across The World Hit In The Latest Web Outage

Websites and mobile apps were disrupted in the second major tech outage this month affecting large corporations around the globe

Britain, pressed by airlines, may ease rules for vaccinated travellers

Britain is considering easing travel rules for double vaccinated people, a move that would placate airlines which have launched legal action against the government’s curbs

Southwest's 50% Off Sale Ends in Just Over 24 Hours

Southwest has announced a major sale with up to 50% off flights to celebrate its 50th anniversary

Why the cruise industry is still navigating choppy waters

The global cruise line industry is hoping to now recover from the pandemic, but problems remain

MSC Launches Large Air Program for Passenger Sailings

MSC Cruises has announced that it has chartered the industry-largest air charter program for summer 2021 to make more ports of embarkation easily and safely

CDC lowers warning level for cruise ships

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) lowered its warning for going on a cruise ship for the first time since the global health crisis began

Another Universal Hotel is opening!

Today, Universal’s Aventura Hotel officially welcomed back guests, marking the first time since the pandemic that all Universal Orlando Resort hotels are open and available to book

AvGeek alert! You can soon sleep in a Boeing 727 at this aviation-themed hotel

A Boeing 727 in South Africa has been converted into a private VIP hotel suite that can accommodate up to six people. The aircraft will cater to AvGeeks or other travelers looking for a unique private accommodation

Where Can You Travel in Asia Right Now?

A recent spate of COVID-related lockdowns in Asia has limited your options

Five Tips for Travel-related COVID Testing : Business Traveler USA

Test provider offers cheat sheet on testing options and tips to avoid getting stuck at the airport

8 Romantic Places to Travel After You Get Engaged, According to T+L's A-List Advisors

Why wait until the honeymoon to go on a big trip? Celebrate the next phase of your life in one of these romantic vacation destinations

5 LGBTQ+ friendly destinations for the perfect Pride getaway

Travel is back, hot vaxx summer abounds, and it's Pride Month—seems like a great time to plan a vacation

Low travel rates won't last long, agencies say

Cheap rates, flexible cancellation policies won't last long, travel agencies say

Keep your toiletries secure with these top-rated travel pouches and containers

Packing is one of the more stressful parts of travel, but finding the right bag for your toiletries and makeup can make the process much smoother

Hawaii Begins Easing Travel Restrictions

Following on from recent announcements, Hawaii has begun easing its restrictions, with plenty more change on the way

The Statue of Liberty Arrives in NYC

The French frigate Isere steamed into New York Harbor on June 17, 1885. On board were 214 crates originating in France. Inside the crates were the 350 individual pieces that would be assembled to create the Statue of Liberty. The statue was a gift to the United States from the people of France. The copper clad statue was designed by

Royal Caribbean cruise ship launch, sailings postponed after crew members test positive for COVID-19

Royal Caribbean has postponed the launch of its Odyssey of the Seas cruise ship after crew members tested positive for COVID-19

Some Southwest Airlines flights still canceled, delayed after two days of tech issues

Some Southwest Airlines passengers will continue to feel the lingering impact of technical issues that prompted the airline to cancel roughly 500 flights Tuesday

Looking Ahead: Alaska Airlines Network Chief On New Routes And The Future

Last week, Alaska Airlines announced four new routes. The airline’s recent growth has focused on leisure routes. However, those new adds are not just pandemic-era additions

American Airlines to fly from Austin to Puerto Vallarta this fall

The tourism industry in Puerto Vallarta and the Riviera Nayarit continues to show signs of recovery, as airlines with a presence in the region continue to

17 delightful kid-themed hotel rooms dedicated to 'Eloise,' 'SpongeBob,' 'Legos, more

With multiple bedrooms, fully equipped kitchens and all the other comforts of home, vacation rentals are always a good bet for family vacations. And there’s nothing wrong with budget hotels, either, especially since they usually offer complimentary perks

4 New Hotel Brands Turn the Focus on Wellbeing

A handful of new brands that are responding to the desire of travelers who want to both feel and do good

American Cruise Lines contracts two more modern riverboats

American Cruise Lines inked contracts with Chesapeake Shipbuilding in Salisbury, Maryland, to build two more modern-style riverboats in 2022

Viking Cruises Sets Sail In Bermuda With U.S. Passengers

Viking Cruises restarts operations out of Bermuda for the first time with U.S. passengers with Viking Orion

European Union adds the U.S. to its safe travel list

Nonessential travel from the United States and from other places had been banned in the EU in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic

Americans Can Travel to Portugal Starting Today

Portugal reopened to U.S. tourists on Tuesday, welcoming them with pre-arrival testing, according to the U.S. Embassy & Consulate in Portugal

Why You Should Consider a Travel Agent To Book Post-Pandemic Travel

The coronavirus squashed the travel industry in 2020, but the increase in COVID-19 vaccinations and reopening of tourist destinations have Americans hitting the air and the skies in big numbers

Price outweighs pandemic fears as Americans look to book travel again

Cost and flexibility are most important for Americans planning to travel soon, and credit cards and contactless payment are the preferred methods

Caribbean Virtual Travel Expo Launched To Capture The New Wave In Travel

Travel recovery is in full swing and top Caribbean travel suppliers including destinations are ready to welcome visitors

10 destinations perfect for solo travel

Whether it's the infrastructure or culture, some destinations are better suited for people traveling alone. These 10 places are perfect for solo travelers

7 Awesome Animal Encounters In Florida

If you're looking for exotic animal encounters, Florida is your state. Learn about animal care, feed sea turtles, explore Safari Wilderness, and more

Montenegro’s most unforgettable experiences

The beach might lure you to Montenegro, but you also will discover a land full of culture, history and natural wonders, not to mention delicious food

Abraham Lincoln Accepts Illinois Republican Nomination for Senate

"A house divided against itself cannot stand." With these words, Abraham Lincoln accepted the Illinois Republican Party nomination for Senate. The now famous quote was a fitting beginning to the well-publicized and dramatic Lincoln-Douglas Debates between Lincoln and Democratic nominee Stephen Douglas. The debates often revolved around slavery, with Lincoln advocating an

Southwest Airlines Resumes Flights After Tech Glitch Caused Delays Across The Country

Southwest Airlines blamed the flight delays Monday night on tech problems with the company's weather data provider

Passengers Learn To Adapt As Airlines Adopt Dynamic Pricing

With airlines keener than ever to maximize revenues, dynamic pricing is making inroads into the industry. Not everyone is welcoming the trend, but industry insiders say dynamic pricing

Unruly airline passengers face thousands in fines as air travel picks up

Four people are facing fines as high as $15,500 for incidents that included refusing to wear masks

Cruise industry tanks: DeSantis' mixed messaging leaves business grounded

Now that worldwide medical establishments have a handle on COVID-19, it's time to move America's cruise industry back to the forefront of travel

Cruise ships are sailing again, but you'll find some big differences

Masks won't be required, but some cruises will mandate vaccinations. Here's what you need to know

Celestyal Cruises Resumes Operations

Celestyal Cruises confirmed that it has successfully resumed operations with its signature seven-night Idyllic Aegean itinerary on the Celestyal Crystal

Art, impact, and an impeccable setting at Crete's Minos Beach Art Hotel

In an almost mythical setting tucked into the picturesque coves of Crete, Minos Beach Art Hotel is an assembly of waterfront bungalows and gardens that spans 2.5 km of coastline with an open-air art museum at the core of its concept

Curaçao Officially Reopened to Visitors & You Can Get Free Hotel Rooms to Celebrate

Curaçao is reopening to vaccinated and unvaccinated travelers (with negative COVID test results) and celebrating with a free night stay at a participating hotel

What's New on Oahu: 4 Hotels to Check Out on Your Next Trip to Hawaii

Where to stay on your Hawaii vacation? Here are the best new and renovated hotels on Oahu

World’s Best Islands: Why São Miguel In Portugal’s Azores Belongs On Your Travel Wish List

The island is a place for people who appreciate nature at its most jurassic, technicolor and surreal (and people who own hiking boots and rain pants). The blues and greens of the lagoons and mountainsides are almost electrically charged

Six Idyllic Lakeside Destinations In The U.S. To Visit This Summer

A tempting list of six beautiful and idyllic lakeside destinations in the U.S. for you to visit this summer

Travel insurers criticised over extent of Covid cover

Travel insurance policies that offer "complete" cover for Covid-related disruption are barely available, according to consumer group Which?

There's a New Way to Get Around Hawaii Without Having to Rent a Car

Holoholo is a new ridesharing company that launched in Hawaii last month and doesn't allow for surge pricing

How to not look like a beginner when you return to travel

The return to travel is thrilling. After more than a year of staying inside and around the house, travelers are hitting the road and taking to the skies once again, eager to reconnect

American Express CEO says U.S. travel, dining spending is nearing full recovery

American Express CEO Steve Squeri told CNBC's Jim Cramer that he expects domestic travel spending to recover fully by the end of 2021

Which European countries have the least travel restrictions right now?

As travel restrictions start to lift in Europe and beyond, and talks of a UK-US travel corridor heat up ahead of the summer, travel is becoming more possible

George Washington Named Commander-In-Chief, Continental Army

True to the manners of gentleman at the time, George Washington never admitted to any ambition and never publicly sought power - but on June 15, 1775, his was the only serious name considered for the post of Commander-In-Chief of the newly created Continental Army. Though the army primarily consisted of New Englanders, Washington hailed from the Southern state of Virginia, and his gaining the position was seen as a move of

American Airlines Ups New York To Delhi Flight To Daily Service

American Airlines has increased the frequency of its upcoming New York to Delhi flights. The airline will now fly to India’s capital on a daily basis

Delta flight diverted after off-duty flight attendant becomes unruly

Passengers aboard the flight said the man made an announcement over the plane's PA system telling the passengers to take their seats and prepare to put on their oxygen masks

An unruly traveller tried opening a plane door during a flight

A passenger has recalled the terrifying moment he learned a fellow flyer tried to open the door of the plane he was on part-way through their four-hour journey

Headed to Florida with your pet? Stay at these great pet-friendly hotels

Lucky dogs, cats and other pets headed to Florida with their owners have plenty of options for places to stay

Trees or tourists? Jamaica's COVID recovery push threatens green aims

As a child, Sophie Grizzle Roumel remembers swimming in the warm turquoise waters near a beach surrounded by mangroves outside her small village on Jamaica's west end

The world's most luxurious dog hotels

Thinking of taking your pet away - when restrictions ease of course? If they demand only the finest things, here's the hotels you'll need to start saving for

After 15-month gap Royal Caribbean resumes Caribbean cruises, from Nassau

Royal Caribbean International embarked on its first Caribbean cruise in more than 15 months as Adventure of the Seas sailed Saturday from Nassau, Bahamas

MSC Splendida Restarts Cruising and Welcomes Back Guests

The MSC Splendida has become the the latest MSC Cruises ship to restart summer sailings with her seven-night itinerary to the Eastern Mediterranean from the

Princess Cruises introduces service for guests to contact crew

Princess Cruises is introducing an on-demand service that allows guests to call a crew member to provide in-person assistance anywhere onboard its

9 Things To Know Before Your First Trip To Berlin

Berlin, the capital of Germany, is a quirky mix of history and vibrant modern life. Here are nine things to know before you visit

Are You Making These 10 Travel Mistakes?

Are you making these 10 travel mistakes? We'll tell you what to avoid to keep your dream vacation from turning into a nightmare

Kaka'ako is a hip neighborhood with one of Hawaii's best food scenes

As a gritty industrial district for decades, the Kaka’ako area of Oahu, Hawaii is located just a few miles outside of Waikiki and near downtown Honolulu. It has since been transformed into a lively art and culinary

Switzerland could begin welcoming vaccinated visitors on June 28

While it may be too late for some travelers to visit this summer, the country could be a great option for winter travel

OOO: Travel Tips for Your First Post-Pandemic Escape

After more than a year of canceling plans and staying home, we’re dreaming of far-flung places, exotic destinations, and heck, even the plane ride to get there. Ahead, three travel execs share

Conventions pull out of Hawaii due to COVID restrictions

The Hawai‘i Convention Center has lost a lucrative 17,000-person American Academy of Ophthalmology meeting to Miami because the state could not guarantee what its COVID-related travel restrictions and social distancing requirements would look like next spring

Mauritius to welcome vaccinated travellers from July 15

Mauritius is all set to reopen to vaccinated travellers from July 15, 2021. The destination will start to welcome international tourists again under a phased reopening

Congress adopts the Stars and Stripes

On June 14, 1777, the Continental Congress adopted a new resolution on the design of their newly forming nation's flag. The resolution stated that the flag would have 13 stripes alternating white and red, representing the original 13 colonies, and 13 stars in a blue field forming a new constellation. This flag, known as the "Stars and Stripes", was based

SpaceX's Starlink wants to provide internet to airplanes in the near future, VP says

SpaceX is "in talks with several" airlines to use its Starlink satellite internet network to provide travelers with inflight Wi-Fi

American Airlines to invest in electric aircraft maker Vertical Aerospace

American Airlines said on Thursday it will invest in Vertical Aerospace, a UK-based maker of electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft

From reduced requirements to best-ever promotions: Why this is the year of easy elite status

You don't necessarily need to be a frequent traveler to earn elite status this year

A Futuristic Hotel Is Coming to Orlando - Self-driving Cars and Smart Rooms Included

The Lake Nona Wave Hotel, set to open later this year, features 216 guest rooms - including 16 one-bedroom suites and two penthouse suites - and is so high-tech you'll think you're visiting The Jetsons

These 10 Coastal Hotels Ooze Made-in-America Charm

From New England to the Pacific Northwest, plan your summer with these design-forward beach escapes

Top 10 trending travel destinations on TikTok

Travel inspiration can come in many forms - like taking to TikTok to add a new place to your bucket list, or discovering some of the most popular Airbnbs

As travel demand surges and prices rise, here are 7 ways to save money this summer

Americans are ready to travel this summer. Here's how to do it without blowing your budget

Europe travel restrictions for vaccinated visitors: Making sense of rules in France, Spain, Italy

Travelers will need patience to figure out the patchwork of COVID border restrictions governing who's allowed into which country, how and when

7 Dog-Friendly Destinations In The U.S. To Visit This Summer

7 Dog-Friendly Destinations In The U.S. To Visit With Your Four-Legged Friend This Summer. Why Not Bring Fido Along

Ask Ardra Anything: 9 Tips for Traveling with a Mobility Aid

Traveling with a disability requires extra planning and patience, but you can still feed your wanderlust

Italy Plans to Transform a Former Prison Into a Future Tourist Destination

Italy is hoping to create its own version of Alcatraz, the California prison that has since become a tourist destination off the coast of San Francisco

2 passengers on Celebrity Millennium cruise test positive for Covid-19

Two guests aboard the first major sea cruise hosting Americans since the pandemic halted the industry have tested positive for Covid-19 in required end-of-cruise testing, the cruise line said Thursday

Carnival Cruise Line Adding More Ships Back Into Operation in August

Carnival Cruise Line has announced its new phase of the summer restart of guest operations, including the first cruise for Mardi Gras and the return of

Holland America Line Updates Ship Schedule For Summer Cruises in Europe

Holland America Line has updated their summer cruise schedule to Europe canceling additional sailings and moving back the launch of their new ship

Visiting The Stunning Gorges Du Verdon In France

France's Gorges du Verdon, one of the largest canyons in Europe, offers spectacular turquoise waters and a host of outdoor adventures

Jacques-Yves Cousteau's Birthday

Born on June 11, 1910, in Saint-André-de-Cubzac, Gironde, Cousteau was a French naval officer who became one of the world's greatest explorers, ecologists, filmmakers and scientists. His passion was the oceans of the world and the sea life in them, and he co-developed the modern SCUBA tank and regulator, making underwater exploration accessible to

Spirit Airlines plans big Miami debut as airlines battle for Florida

Discount airline Spirit is planning to expand into Miami, an American Airlines hub, increasing competition for South Florida

Global airline body says 'travel pass' app to go live in weeks

The head of global airline body IATA said on Thursday a digital travel pass for COVID-19 test results and vaccine certifications would go live in the coming weeks following a testing phase

Heavier passengers on planes mean new safety limits for airlines

The Federal Aviation Administration is requiring updates to passenger and baggage weight estimates that airlines use to keep each flight within airplane safety limits

Cruise passengers test positive for Covid-19 in Italy

Two passengers disembark from MSC Seaside during a cruise around the Mediterranean, one of the few sea voyages currently underway following a global halt to cruising as the coronavirus pandemic spread last year

This 'Friends'-themed Cruise Is Perfect for Ultimate Fans of the Show

Celebrity Cruises will be there for you. In honor of the "Friends" reunion special that recently aired on HBO Max, Celebrity Cruises announced a new itinerary specifically curated for the ultimate "Friends" fans

Australia Extends Cruise Ban Even Further

Australia extends the ban on cruise ships into September 2021 and cruise lines are disappointed by the decision

10 Things Visitors Should Know About Guadalajara and the Magical Town of Tequila

Top 10 things travelers need to know when visiting Guadalajara, Jalisco and the Magical Town of Tequila in Mexico

12 Key Tips For Great Car Rental Deals

We've got some tips on how to secure a car rental and save money while doing it

This Amtrak Rail Pass Lets You Tour the U.S. for Just $299

With this relaunched Amtrak rail pass, you can fit in up to 10 train trips this summer for the cost of a single ticket. But the discounted price won't last

Analysis: Europe is opening to tourists. When will Biden make the move?

Two completely different takes on whether travelers should have to prove vaccine or Covid test

S. Korea to allow overseas group travel for those fully vaccinated

The government has concluded that the risk of an influx of variant strains of COVID-19 is not high

Warm Hospitality and Warm Welcome: Curaçao is Open for Summer Travel

In preparation for a busy summer season with increasing demand from North America, the Caribbean island of Curaçao announced today the latest coronavirus statistics, entry requirements and special offerings

The Coolest U.S. Hotels Opening This Summer, from Napa Valley to New Mexico

Whether you're looking for a riverfront retreat in upstate New York, a historic inn in the Appalachian Mountains, or petite cottages in Northern California

5 New Las Vegas Hotels to Book For an Indulgent Post-Pandemic Vacay

Sin City doesn't sit still. Even during a pandemic

This Suite-only Hotel Just Opened in Mykonos and Every Room Has a Private Pool and Waterfront Views

Six days after Greece reopened to vaccinated American travelers, one of the country's most anticipated hospitality ventures followed suit: Kalesma Mykonos opened its meticulously carved doors on May 20

When will UK travel open? American, British leaders set to relaunch travel 'as soon as possible'

The U.S. and U.K. are expected to open up travel between the two nations "as soon as possible" through a new Atlantic Charter

CDC issues new travel advice for more than 120 countries

Another 33 countries moved into the CDC's lowest Covid-19 travel risk category on Monday

The Hanging of Bridget Bishop

Bridget Bishop spoke her mind. She dressed in a flamboyant way, at least in the eyes of her Puritan neighbors in Salem, Massachusetts. When several young girls in the community began acting strangely and telling tales of strange apparitions and pain, Bridget was accused of witchcraft. On June 10, 1692 she was the first person

For one day only, you can earn 50x points on Southwest Airlines purchases — here's how to get in on the deal

Here's a fun promotion if you have one of the Chase Southwest credit cards: On Friday, June 11, 2021, you can earn 50 points per dollar on purchases made with your card directly with Southwest Airlines

I got to fly on the United Airlines Star Wars plane - Here's what it's like inside

The Force was with me (well, except for the delay) when I recently got to fly on the United Airlines Boeing 737-800 decorated for Star Wars fans

UK launches action against Ryanair and BA over refunds

The CMA is investigating whether Ryanair and BA broke consumer law by failing to offer refunds for flights customers could not legally take during the pandemic

The Most Luxurious Hotels and Resorts That Have Opened Since COVID

Eight gorgeous and unique accommodations ranging from Switzerland to the Maldives to Florida to consider for your upcoming trips. The post The Most Luxurious Hotels and Resorts That Have Opened Since COVID appeared first on Worth

1st cruise ship with American passengers sets sail out of Caribbean more than a year after COVD-19

Celebrity Cruises became the first major cruise ship to set sail with U.S. passengers more than a year after COVID-19 related shut down

Republican governors of Florida, Texas battle with cruise lines over vaccine requirements

The Republican governors of Florida and Texas are headed toward showdowns with some of the world's largest cruise lines, including Norwegian and Carnival, over whether passengers boarding ships leaving their states can be required

MSC Cruises, Carnival Cruise Line Announce Sailings out of U.S. This Summer

MSC Cruises and Carnival Cruise Line became the latest cruise companies this week to announce planned restarts in the United States this summer

CDC, State Department downgrade travel alerts for dozens of countries

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention revised travel health noticesfor dozens of countries to a lower risk tier on Monday, adjusting travel guidance for vaccinated Americans

A grandparent’s guide to safe summer travel with unvaccinated kids: Where – and where not – to go

Haven't seen your grandkids much in the last year because of COVID-19? Want to make up for lost time with a trip? Here's how have fun and be safe

Top destinations in the USA that feel like Europe

These European-flavored destinations in the USA will make you feel like you're thousands of miles from home, even if you're only traveling for a few hours

7 Tips To Save Money While Traveling Abroad

5 important money saving tips to help you stay on budget while you prepare for your next vacation abroad

9 Most Gay-Friendly Countries In Europe

Here are some of the most gay-friendly countries in Europe where LGBTQ+ travelers can enjoy a safe visit

Explore the World on These New Private Trips From Adventures by Disney

Adventures by Disney just announced new private trips to international destinations plus a group land adventure through New England

Put These 8 Temecula Wineries On Your Bucket List ASAP

Wine snobs may scoff at the wines of Southern California in favor of the grapes of Napa, Sonoma, or even Paso Robles, but the vineyards of Temecula Valley have established a reputation

How Clean Is Your Hotel?

Most hotels have adopted new sanitation and safety procedures during the pandemic. Here are some red flags to note, plus features to look for in a clean hotel

Charles Dickens Dies

Charles Dickens is easily one of the most celebrated and widely-read authors in history. Writing during the Victorian Era in England, Dickens is best known for his imaginative stories and novels usually set in and around London; these include A Tale of Two Cities, Great Expectations, Oliver Twist, and

Learning Journeys’ “Traveling Classrooms” Offer a Major Evolution in Experiential Learning Worldwide

SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY (June 8, 2021) – Providing a traveling classroom in destinations worldwide, Learning Journeys offers a breadth and depth of programs that spark the imagination – from learning the art of belly dancing in Turkey and beekeeping in Poland to spending a week as a distiller in Scotland or songwriter in Nashville. Each program features hands-on learning with skilled experts, artisans, and teachers, and is designed to contribute to the communities visited in sustainable and meaningful ways. “After a year of travel restrictions, humans are yearning to not just go on a vacation, but also connect with new people, places, and cultures to rediscover what they’re passionate about,” said Dr. Carol Dimopoulos, CEO of Learning Journeys. “Learning Journeys’ programs lead guests to discover more about themselves and, while exploring a

'Current hold time is eight hours and 31 minutes': Travelers face frustrating waits to reach airlines

Frequent flyer Jay Groh rarely calls airlines for help. The Atlanta sales executive books his travel online or on airline mobile apps with little trouble

American Airlines announces expansion of it service to Mexico

The new routes are a permanent one between Cancún and Los Angeles, and seasonal ones between Mérida and Miami and Hermosillo and Phoenix

United Airlines says it, too, won't hire unvaccinated workers

United Airlines is following in Delta's flight path in saying it won't hire employees who have not been vaccinated against COVID-19

Carnival Cruise Line will require COVID vaccine for first cruises in US waters in July

Carnival Cruise Line, the namesake line of cruising giant Carnival Corp., will sail in July from Port of Galveston with vaccinated passengers

MSC Cruises Announces U.S. Restart

MSC Cruises has confirmed its restart plans for cruising from U.S. ports beginning this August on two ships, according to a press release. Cruises will

Cruise Lines Resuming Trips With Reduced Capacity, New COVID Restrictions

Back on the sea; for the first time since the pandemic, a cruise ship is carrying American passengers in the Caribbean

Hilton's bizarre 1967 plan for a space hotel

Two years before Neil Armstrong set foot on the moon, the Hilton chain of hotels was already planning to welcome guests in space

6 New NOLA Hotels Worth a Visit

From renovated 19th-century mansions to the Virgin's newest party-forward outpost, New Orleans is sure to draw a wide-ranging crowd with this new lineup of hot spots

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, Tokyo Tatemono and HPL Announce Plans for Brand New Hotel in Osaka, Japan

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, Tokyo Tatemono Co., Ltd, a developer of condominiums and office buildings, and Hotel Properties Limited (HPL), a Singapore-based real estate company, have announced plans for the One Dojima Project in Osaka, Japan

The Best Places Americans Can Travel in Europe Right Now

Want to travel to Europe in summer 2021? This guide for American tourists will help you decide where to go

Why we’re plotting our post-lockdown vacay to the glorious islands of Malta

After a year of our suitcases gathering four layers of dust, we FINALLY have a chance to get our sun-starved limbs abroad this summer and we couldn’t be more ready

7 Fantastic European Cities To Visit In July

These European cities offer smaller crowds, joyous festivals, and access to water - the ingredients for a perfect July vacation

5 things I've learned now that travel is back

Like millions of other travelers, I recently took to the skies to visit family. I offer the top five things I learned during my trip

Airline chiefs urge end to UK-U.S. travel restrictions

The heads of all passenger airlines flying between Britain and the United States called on Monday for both countries to lift trans-Atlantic travel restrictions put in place to fight the COVID-19 pandemic

Porsche No. 1

On June 8, 1948, the first car bearing the name "Porsche" took its very first test drive. The company had been restructured by a British Major, Ivan Hirst, after its founder was imprisoned for war crimes following Porsche's involvement in building tanks and designing Volkswagens for Germany during World War II. He was never charged and was subsequently released after 20 months in prison. The Porsche 356/1, as it came to be known, was never put into mass production but formed the basis for

Why you may want to use your airline points sooner rather than later

Frequent flyers should redeem their reward miles before airlines devalue their loyalty programs, a new report suggests.

United Airlines says it will require all new US-based employees to be vaccinated. Current staff are exempt, but some will receive extra vacation if they get jabbed

All new staff receiving job offers after June 15 will be asked to show proof that they are fully vaccinated, per an internal memo shared on Twitter

Why Airline Passenger Satisfaction Shot Up Over The Last Year

Flight cancellations, refund delays, schedule changes, certification requirements, mandatory quarantines, and mask-wearing are all factors passengers have had

Take a Look at The Ritz-Carlton's First Resort in the Maldives

Take a Look at The Ritz-Carlton's First Resort in the Maldives: Featuring over 100 on-water and beachfront villas

Down to Earth: Spotlighting sustainable hotel experiences

The effects of globalization and human civilization on the planet first made headlines more than 30 years ago. Today, the microscope looking at the impact the last year has had on our planet

Phuket Hoping $1 Hotel Rooms Lure Travelers To Thailand

The Tourism Council of Thailand is betting on $1-a-night hotel rooms to get vacationers back on Phuket's beaches

Where Do the Major Three Cruise Lines Stand on Vaccine Requirements?

Find where Carnival, Royal Caribbean and Norwegian Cruise Line currently stand on vaccine requirements for guests

Economy or environment? Cruise ship's return divides Venice

“We are a very fragile city, a very unique city, and so we can’t adapt the city to the cruise ships," said protest organizer Tommaso Cacciari

To the beach! Spain opens borders to tourists, cruise ships

Spain jumpstarted its summer tourism season on Monday by welcoming vaccinated visitors from most countries as well as European visitors who can prove they are not infected

8 Can't-Miss Ways To Experience Croatia On The Water

To truly appreciate this Mediterranean country's beauty, you must experience it from the water. These are the top things to do in Croatia on the water

10 Lesser-Known Things To Do In New York

From catacomb tours to cat cafes, here are 10 lesser-known things to do in New York on your next visit to the area

Getting married abroad? These are the top destinations for couples

Getting married abroad has never been so appealing. Now that both travel and weddings are possible again, couples planning their long-awaited day are ready to go all out

Italy penalizes tourists who remove sand and shells from the beaches of Sardinia

More than 40 tourists have to shell out fines totaling nearly $3,650 for removing beach sand and shells from the Italian island of Sardinia

Exercise Tips While Traveling

As travel restrictions are lifted -- or at least loosened -- in many places around the U. and the rest of the world, people are starting to plan vacations, road trips and even business trips

France is reopening to vaccinated tourists this week

A stroll in Pablo Picasso's footsteps in Montmartre; breathing in the scents of Provence; a walk along D-Day beaches: These and all of France's other attractions will again become easily accessible this week to most foreign tourists – if they are vaccinated

Greek islands' bold plan to be 'Covid free' by mid-June to tempt tourists

The country received just a quarter of its usual visitors in 2020

The Treaty of Tordesillas

On June 7, 1494, the countries of Spain and Portugal signed the Treaty of Tordesillas, so named for the Spanish city it was created in. The treaty divided the New World of the newly discovered Americas between the two governments. The treaty only recognized any prior claims by "Christian kings", which meant that the local indigenous people were forced under their rule. The colonization of these areas would prove to be devastating for many of these tribes

Beyond Times Square Welcomes Summer Travelers As New York City Reopens

The number of travelers in NYC surged as people were ready to start traveling after a major NYC reopening decision was announced in early May. To cater to the need of both FIT and group travelers, Beyond Times Square offers a variety of private luxury tours to help vacationers experience the incomparable city to the fullest. Starting May 19, 2021, New York State lifted all capacity restrictions for attractions, restaurants, stores, theaters, gyms, salons, and offices. Broadway is allowed to reopen at 100% capacity

United Airlines Returns To South Africa From New York

United Airlines has returned to South Africa with its direct service from New York to Johannesburg. Flight UAL188 from Newark (EWR) to Johannesburg (JNB) departed last night

United Airlines plans to bring back supersonic flights

Want to fly from New York to London in less than four hours? United Airlines travelers may be able to do so by 2029 with the company's purchase of 14 supersonic jets

The EU Bans Belarus Airlines And Reroutes Flights Around Its Airspace

The move, affecting about 400 flights per day, is a reaction to the shocking arrest of a journalist last month after Belarusian officials forced his plane Greece-to-Lithuania flight to land in Minsk

5 New Hotel Openings to Look Forward To — Beach, Mountain, and Buzzy City Spots

From oceanfront paradises to wilderness retreats and buzzy cities, these are five new hotel openings around the world to look forward to

This Hotel Credit Card Welcome Bonus Is One of the Highest We've Ever Seen

Cash in the six-figure bonus for reward nights at hotels in Bali, London, Hong Kong, and more

Big-ship cruising finally restarts this weekend in the Caribbean — here’s what you need to know

Get ready for a celebration in the cruise world this weekend. The long-awaited comeback of big-ship cruising in North America is, finally, at hand

The Best Europe Cruises for 2021 and Beyond

Whether it's sailing around Norway's fjords or taking a family-friendly cruise in Italy, Europe cruising is returning with ample options for those who craving a turn at sea

Demand for smaller, lesser-known ports a 'silver lining of COVID’

Wallem Ship Agency MD Dickson Chin says new and lesser-known destinations are needed to restore the confidence of cruise passengers in the COVID-19-era

Where and when can Americans travel abroad?

International travel is back on the agenda this summer for millions of Americans who are fully vaccinated, but with some countries already open to U.S. travelers — and many still not — it is challenging to figure out when and where to go

France set to welcome back vaccinated Americans with negative PCR test beginning June 9

Vaccinated Americans can return to France June 9 but will need a negative test result along with their vaccine certificate, as will unvaccinated kids

A Diabetic's Tips For Traveling With Diabetes

Traveling with diabetes can still be fun. Everyone's diabetic journey is different, but these are some tips that have helped me

7 Bucket List Destinations for Blues Lovers

From the obvious to off the beaten path, these cities are full of excellent blues joints and hosts to the history of the art form

Best places to visit in Italy

Home to some of the greatest artworks, historical monuments and food on the planet, Italy inspires like no other. Here are the country's must-visit spots

Well-Traveled Vogue Editors Share Packing Tips, Tricks, and Essentials

After a year or so of limited-to-no travel, chances are, you might feel a tad rusty when it comes to your routines and packing strategies. Whether it’s remembering how to go through airport security or prepping for a weekend road trip

Congress Passes the 19th Amendment

On this day in 1919, the United States Senate passed the 19th Amendment to the Constitution, prohibiting government from denying any citizen the right to vote because of that citizen's sex and thus granting suffrage to women - the right to vote.

United Airlines will buy 15 ultrafast airplanes from start-up Boom Supersonic

Boom says its first commercial supersonic jet, the Overture, will fly at Mach 1.7 and cut some flight times in half

Airlines pull back on alcoholic beverages on flights amid bad passenger behavior

The Federal Aviation Administration has received roughly 2,500 reports of unruly passenger behavior since the beginning of the year

United Airlines Resumes Flights To Tahiti

United Airlines is making a return to Tahiti from tomorrow, 3rd June. The carrier is restarting its San Francisco-Papatee route using the Boeing 787-9, which will operate thrice-weekly

Hotels around the U.S. struggling to staff up before summer crush

New hires can earn $500 bonuses at some establishments, while many hotel job openings go unfilled

Thailand Is Officially Reopening & Might Be Giving Away $1 Hotel Rooms to Celebrate

Thailand is officially reopening for tourists and will no longer require its 7-day mandatory quarantine in Phuket, where $1 hotel rooms might also be available

25 Natural Wonders of the World You Can Still Visit

Looking for some bucket-list travel ideas? You can't go wrong with these natural wonders—though you might not believe your eyes, even when you're right there

St. Lucia Eases COVID-19 Restrictions for Vaccinated Travelers

It just got a whole lot easier for vaccinated travelers to visit St. Lucia. According to a new policy that went into effect on Monday, those who are fully vaccinated are now free to move about the Caribbean island

10 Can’t-Miss UNESCO World Heritage Sites To Visit In France

France has 41 UNESCO World Heritage sites. They have faced a rigorous process to be selected for this honor, are protected, and will be around for centuries

If Florida wins this lawsuit, it could spell the end to Alaska cruises this summer

A Florida win in a lawsuit aimed at speeding the return of cruising in Florida could have the unintended consequence of bringing an end to big-ship cruising in Alaska for the year

Cruise Ships That Are Sailing in Alaska This Summer

Thanks to the bipartisan support in the passing of the Alaska Tourism Restoration Act, cruise lines are now moving full speed ahead with planning Alaska cruises beginning in July 2021

Regent Seven Seas Cruises Announces Full Return to Sailing Around the World Starting This Fall

Starting in October the cruise line has itineraries planned in Europe, the Caribbean and more

Frumpy Middle-aged Mom: Travel even if you have trouble getting around

I’m going to Greece. That might not sound noteworthy, except that Greece is a very hilly country. In fact, its national motto should be, “We have a lot of stairs.” And I have Stage 4 cancer and can’t walk much

Delta CEO foresees 'renaissance' of U.S. business travel

Delta Air Lines (DAL.N) Chief Executive Ed Bastian predicted on Thursday a boom in business travel as corporate America emerges from the coronavirus pandemic and businesses reopen

6 Travel Books That Will Inspire Your Next Luxury Getaway

From romantic getaways to European vacations, celebrity travel stories and more, these books will fuel your wanderlust

The Shooting of Andy Warhol

Valerie Jean Solanas was an unusual woman and artist. Her work was so radically feminist and pornographic that even Andy Warhol refused to publish it. The two collaborated on other ventures, but Solanas, perhaps suffering from paranoid schizophrenia, grew increasingly agitated and angry with Warhol. On the morning of June 3, 1968

Collette Announces Special Offer on Oberammergau Passion Play Itineraries

Pawtucket, RI (June 2, 2021) – Collette, global tour operator, has announced a special offer beginning today on itineraries that include the famed Oberammergau Passion Play. Guests will save $500 off per person for any travel beginning in May of 2022. The sale will run until June 30, 2021. Use offer code JUNESAVINGS. The tiny town Bavarian hamlet of Oberammergau will host thousands of visitors to showcase the must-see European epic Passion Play, depicting the life and death of Jesus Christ. Collette has premiere access to tickets, following the earlier cancellation of the event in 2020, due to COVID-19

Senators criticize U.S. airlines over voucher expiration dates

Two senators on Monday criticized seven major U.S. airlines for failing to make all pandemic-related flight credits valid indefinitely and vowed to pursue legislative or regulatory actions in response

Memorial Day Holiday Leads To Two Days Topping 1.9m Passengers

With the Memorial Day holiday weekend over in the United States, the symbolic threshold of two million passengers

Is Croatia Europe's new digital nomad destination?

Once one of Europe’s biggest tourist destinations, Croatia relies on digital nomads to dynamically contribute to the nation’s economy and reboost its pandemic-hit travel industry

EU travel rules are 'incredibly over-politicized', Wizz Air CEO says

The coordination of travel rules in the European Union has become a politicized process and the rules remain “unpredictable,” the CEO of Wizz Air said as the airline experiences “huge” demand

The First Hotel on NYC's Roosevelt Island Is Now Open

On June 1, the Graduate Roosevelt Island opened its doors and is now ready for guests to come to explore what the charming island has to offer

7 Roman Ruins To Explore Outside Of Italy

France, England, Croatia, and Turkey are just a few of the other places you can find outstanding examples of Roman history and culture

The 5 Best Reefs to Explore Around the Globe, According to Professional Divers

These are the best reefs to explore around the world, according to the Professional Association of Diving Instructors

CNET's ultimate travel photography kit guide: Cameras, tripods and more

Hoping to capture the world now travel is opening up? Make sure you take the right kit

Everything That Makes Chicago a Great Summer Destination for LGBTQ Travelers

Museums, theater, and tons of Pride events make the city a must-stop for queer travelers

Disney Cruise Line announces new test cruises

Disney Cruise Line has received approval to start test cruises at the end of this month. Thomas Mazloum, President, Disney Signature Experiences, shared an update with the news that the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has given

This giant new cruise ship will have 22 decks, 6 pools and a record-breaking slide

It won’t be quite the world’s biggest cruise ship. But it’ll be close. MSC Cruises on Monday said the massive new vessel it has on order for delivery

Carnival Cruise Line's Latest Ship Health Protocols

Carnival Cruise Line is currently working with the CDC so a few of their cruise ships can resume cruises next month and sail to the Bahamas, Caribbean, and Alaska

Best BVI Hotels and Resorts for a Truly Local Stay

To experience the British Virgin Islands like a local, stay at one of these 10 top-rated and well-located BVI hotels and resorts that capture the spirit of the islands

9 Travel Products Flight Attendants Always Pack

We asked flight attendants from around the world to share their must-have travel gear, from comfortable shoes to on-the-go beauty tools

Saudi Arabia Lifts Travel Ban For U.S. Tourists

Saudi Arabia has opened its borders to international travellers, including citizens of the US, UK, Germany, the UAE, and France

Queen Elizabeth II Crowned

On this day in 1953, the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II was held, having been delayed almost a year since her ascension to Queen to properly mourn her father, King George VI. She was 26 years old. Her coronation ceremony was the first to be broadcast on television, at Elizabeth's insistence (her prime minister, Winston Churchill, thought it a

Host Agency Reviews Launches the 2021 Travel Agent Survey

Minneapolis, June 1st, 2021 – For the first year ever, Host Agency Reviews (HAR) is combining its annual travel agent fee survey and income survey into a single survey. HAR’s Travel Agent Survey launched today and will provide critical data on independent travel agent income, fees, and demographics. Unique to this year, HAR’s survey will also document COVID’s impact on travel agents in 2020. HAR’s critical data offer suppliers a better understanding of the travel agent distribution channel, help travel advisors benchmark their own progress, and support lobbying efforts on behalf of the travel agent industry

American Airlines extends alcohol ban due to altercations on flights

This comes after a Southwest Airlines flight attendant was recently assaulted

It's official: The era of blocked middle seats just ended

Alaska Airlines will scrap its blocked middle seat policy Tuesday, meaning that every major U.S. airline is now filling planes to 100% capacity. If you're flying domestically during a weekend or other peak travel day, expect a full flight

Is Modular Seating The Future Of Air Travel?

With increasing demand for premium economy, airlines are now looking at ways to differentiate their offering from the many other products out there

Hotel prices to rise while availability decreases as travel and tourism heats up

As tourism and travel heats back up, so is Hawaii's hotel industry. Book those staycations now. That's the advice from experts as pricier hotel rates and less availability are starting to appear

This Brand New Hotel in Corfu Will Inspire Your Grecian Summer Travels

Angsana Corfu will be the first Banyan Tree property in Europe

Carnival gets CDC approval for Florida, Texas cruises this summer

Carnival Corporation's flagship cruise line was given the green light by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to begin sailing from three U.S. ports

MSC Cruises erecting €33m cruise terminal at Barcelona port

MSC Cruises has been awarded a 31 year lease from the Barcelona Port Authority for the construction of a new dedicated cruise terminal building scheduled to open in 2024 at Adossat Quay

Viking To Restart European River Cruises In July

Cruising is returning to Europe with the announcement last week that Viking will restart river voyages this summer

10 Incredible Adventure Vacations Around the World

From cage diving with sharks to skydiving, these are some of the best adventure vacations around the world

Australian court upholds ban on most international travel

An Australian court on Tuesday rejected a challenge to the federal government’s draconian power to prevent most citizens from leaving the country so that they don’t bring COVID-19 home

Top 7 Romantic Destinations For Your Next Couple's Getaway

If you are planning a couple's getaway, consider one of these romantic destinations for a truly memorable trip

Plan For Your Great National Park Trip

The National Park Service expects a busy summer as the country begins to emerge from the coronavirus pandemic. Last year 237 million people flocked to national parks to escape from COVID-19

U.S. air travel reaches pandemic high as peak season kicks off

Air traveler volumes reached pandemic highs over the weekend but demand was still below 2020 levels

Greece's Mykonos says it's ready to party like before Covid

In Greece's best-known party island, white houses, blue shutters and scarlet bougainvillea all glimmer in the sun

CNN Launches

On this day in 1980, the Cable News Network, CNN, launched at 5:00 PM EST. The channel's innovations, especially its 24-hour continuous news broadcast, would set a precedent for news in the decades to come. CNN's comprehensive coverage of the Persian Gulf War was instrumental in catapulting it to the

Qatar Airways Is Already Rehiring Pilots And Crew

As travel begins slowly recovering, Qatar Airways has begun the process of expanding once again

With theme parks set to rebound this summer, travel advisors share trip tips

As most of the country's theme parks reopen to visitors, operators look to regain momentum - and travel advisors have honed their advice for park-bound clients

What you need to know about traveling to Europe this summer

In non-pandemic summers, both continental Europe and the United Kingdom draw crowds of tourists from around the world. Last summer, they couldn't get there. This summer many should be able to, though the tangle of entry requirements will vary

5 Tourist Destinations to Visit in Saudi Arabia This Summer

With international travel slowly opening up again, don’t miss the opportunity to plan a much needed summer escape to some of these breathtaking locations in KSA

A New Adults-Only Resort Is Open in Punta Cana Caribbean Journal

The newest adults-only resort in the Dominican Republic has held its grand opening in Punta Cana, Caribbean Journal has learned

TSA reports highest travel numbers since pandemic hit

TSA reported just over 1.9 million travelers on the Friday ahead of Memorial Day weekend, the most reported since March 2020

COVID-19 cases fall in Europe, just in time for summer travel

Coronavirus cases are plummeting across Europe, leading to hopes for a rebirth of a tourism industry

The Buffet Can Stay: What The Future Of The Cruise Line Industry Looks Like

The first post-pandemic cruise from a U.S. port will embark next month. Despite CDC measures, the go-ahead puts wind in the sails of cruise lines, which have high hopes for an in-demand industry

Spain to welcome back international cruises from June 7

Spain will allow cruise ships to dock in its ports from June 7, the transport ministry said on Saturday, hoping to salvage the country's battered tourism sector in time for

Cruise lines and Florida Gov. DeSantis square off over vaccine passports

Cruise lines are eager to set sail, but a new law championed by Gov. Ron DeSantis banning so-called vaccine passports may keep them anchored

The 5 Most Luxurious New Hotels in Corfu

Heading to Corfu, Greece this summer? Book a stay in one of these five luxury hotels

Explore the Qatari Desert With Moonlit Camel Rides, Glamping, and Stargazing

These astrotourism packages in Qatar are available until April 2022

Business travel will return despite what Airbnb CEO says: Hilton CFO

Business travel should return to 70% to 75% of 2019 levels by the end of the year, according to Hilton's chief financial officer

Big Ben

Big Ben, the tower clock in St. Stephen's Tower that looks out over the Houses of Parliament in Westminster, London began keeping time on this date in 1859. Designed by Edmund Beckett Denison, the clock was completed in 1854. Five years later, the tower was finished. The name "Big Ben" is of uncertain

Learn a New Skill or Language From 35,000 Feet Thanks to American Airlines' New In-flight Program

American Airlines is expanding its in-flight entertainment program with more than 150 creative, productivity, or language classes

Russia refused entry to 2 airlines from France and Austria because they planned to avoid Belarusian airspace

The European Union asked airlines to avoid Belarusian airspace after the country forced a Ryanair plane to land and arrested a dissident on board

Unruly airline passengers: What is the role of the captain and flight crew in taming bad behavior?

It does not matter that you have paid for a seat; the captain has the authority to have you removed if you do not comply with the mask requirement

Travel Tips For Your Post-Vaccination Memorial Day Weekend

COVID cases are down, half of the country is at least partially vaccinated and the wanderlust has struck. But the rebound could also mean new challenges for your getaway. Here's how to avoid them

Ready to get away? Europe hopes to lure American tourists this summer

"Greece is offering what people need," Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis tweeted as the country reopened May 15

3 French destinations to visit once the borders reopen

France boasts some stunning landscapes and experiences that will entice any traveller

Ireland to resume EU, UK and US travel from mid-July

Ireland plans to adopt a COVID-19 certificate to help citizens move more freely across the European Union from mid-July and will apply the same broad approach to arrivals from the United States and Britain

Top 10 Things To Do Outdoors in New York This Summer

This summer, New York City welcomes back tourists. A list of Top 10 Things To Do Outdoors in New York This Summer

10 best places to visit in Turkish riviera's Fethiye

With its beautiful nature, crystal clear water and white sand, Fethiye is a perfect destination for nature lovers

How NoMad Turned a Legendary Courthouse Into London's Coolest New Hotel

The bold brand's long-awaited first property outside the U.S. has transformed the Bow Street Magistrates' Court without erasing its thrilling history

Looks like a Conrad, priced like a Hilton: Kids stay free at new all-inclusive Cancun property

The new Hilton Cancun is accepting reservations for November 2021 and onward

Majority of Americans favor vaccine verification for travel purposes: survey

Seventy percent of Americans favor vaccine verification while traveling by plane or staying in a hotel, a new PwC survey found

Don't get excited about Florida cruises yet. The state's 'vaccine passport' ban creates ocean of confusion

Cruise lines plan to sail from Florida and have been approved to do so by the CDC. Will a ban on vaccine passports stop them? The answer is unclear

Alaska's port towns are one step closer to welcoming back big cruise ships

In a step toward a limited, late summer cruise season, Norwegian Cruise Line has signed an agreement with the state of Alaska and several of Alaska’s port operators

Various Expedition Cruise Brands Plan Quick Restarts

As the cruise industry gears up for a global comeback, the booming expedition market is also getting back into service with many brands and ships quickly

Is American Airlines’ Streaming Option Better Than Seatback Entertainment?

American Airlines has revealed a new feature for its inflight entertainment. The airline will be rolling out a partnership with Rosetta Stone and Skillshare

Inaugural Breeze Airways flight taking off from Tampa International Airport

The inaugural flight from a brand new airline is set to take off from Tampa International Airport Thursday morning

How to travel with a cat

Your cat still might not love traveling, but you can make it as low-stress as possible with some preparation. Here's how to travel with a cat

International Travel Opens To The Vaccinated, But How Do You Prove You Got The Shot?

There's no universal digital passport yet, it's not clear exactly what kind of proof will be accepted, and paper vaccination cards can be easily forged, damaged or lost

The Secret Island Destinations of Italy

Italy recently allowed Americans back for tourism. Your next trip to Italy should be spared of the overcrowded tourism cities of Rome, Florence and Venice

How to Spend a Perfect Weekend on St. Maarten/St. Martin, According to a Longtime Local

Here's where to stay, when to visit, and what to do on the popular Caribbean island of St. Maarten/St. Martin

Top 10 glamping and camping spots in Turkey

If city life is starting to feel suffocating and you want to spend more time in nature, camping could be the perfect option

Delta says domestic travel demand recovered, hits pre-pandemic levels

Delta Air Lines President Glen Hauenstein said bookings for domestic travel would in June have recovered completely

8 Top Tips For Solo Travel

Across the globe travel has been on the backburner. But now hope fills the air as would-be travelers are starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel thanks to the roll-out of vaccines

Cruise ship gets approval to set sail from the US in June

Royal Caribbean's Celebrity Edge is poised to be the first major cruise ship to sail from the United States with paying passengers in over a year as Covid-19 restrictions continue to ease

3 major cruise lines just made it clear their ships won't all be back for a long time

Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas announced restart dates for a wide swath of ships that aren't until fall or even winter

First post-pandemic MSC Cruises sailing from the UK is a success

Whatever subconscious reservations you may be harbouring about cruising during the pandemic they will be swiftly eased as you go through the

13 New Hotels in the Caribbean - From Family-friendly Resorts to Private-island Retreats

From family-friendly resorts to private-island retreats, check out this year's crop of new Caribbean resorts

Dive In: 14 Glorious Hotel Pools For Summer Travel In Portugal

Although it’s looking like it may be another strange summer, one thing that hasn’t changed is the appeal of a gorgeous hotel swimming pool. From north to south, and on the islands too, Portugal is full

The Opening of the Golden Gate Bridge

The Golden Gate Bridge opened on this date in 1937. The bridge is the link between San Francisco and points north, joining U.S. Route 101 and State Route 1. On an average day more than 120,000 vehicles cross the span. Six lanes of vehicle traffic and walkways on both sides of the bridge carry commuters and travelers back and forth. The Golden Gate

FAA downgrades Mexico air safety rating, prohibiting new flights from country's airlines

The Federal Aviation Administration downgraded its air safety rating for Mexico, prohibiting that country’s carriers from adding service to the U.S., the agency said Tuesday

Wow: Alaska Airlines Saves 480,000 Gallons Of Fuel With AI Assisted Flight Planning

Artificial intelligence that helps dispatchers make flight operations more efficient and sustainable by optimizing routes and improving the

Alaska, American Airlines streamline the upgrade process for top-tier elites

Beginning later this week, Alaska's top-tier MVP Gold 75k members will automatically be added to the upgrade waitlist for American Airlines flights

Choice Hotels Announces 2021 'Best of Choice' Award Winners

Company's Highest Honor Presented to Top Hotels in Domestic and International Portfolio for Excellence in Guest Satisfaction

Royal Caribbean is first cruise line to receive CDC approval for a test sailing in US waters

Royal Caribbean International is the first cruise line to receive approval for one of its ships to do a test sailing in U.S. waters

Fifteen additional cruise restarts planned for NCL, Oceania, Regent

Norwegian Cruise Line plans eight additional ships to relaunch beginning in fall, Oceania Cruises three additional ships, Regent full fleet by February

U.S. Cruise Ships One Step Closer to Returning to Alaska

Alaska summer cruises are one step closer to reality after President Joe Biden signed the Alaska Tourism Restoration Act into law on Monday, allowing ships to bypass Canada as

Top Places To Visit In Puerto Vallarta

Many Americans are heading south of the border this year to sunny Mexico. Those who wish to play on the beach and sun may be headed to lovely Puerto Vallarta

6 Tips for Planning the Perfect African Safari Trip

For the perfect safari trip, plan in advance, pack the right clothes, gear, essentials, get travel insurance, and decide between a group or private safari

7 Spectacular Caves To Visit In Spain

Spain is a country with many mountain ranges, from the Pyrenees in the north to the Sierra Nevada in the south, not to forget the mountains on the Balearic and Canary

New Puerto Rico Travel Rules: Vaccinated Travelers Won't Need a COVID Test

Puerto Rico is loosening up its COVID-19 measures. Read about its new entry requirements and other restrictions that are changing soon

Travel is back -- and so are travel scams

As Covid vaccine roll outs help lift restrictions, many people are contemplating travel again. But as prices rise with demand, scammers are using fake air travel deals and other shady schemes to part people from their cash

How & Why To Use VeriFLY For International Travel

Here's what you need to know about VeriFLY, which can expedite the document verification process when traveling internationally

Americans wait on tenterhooks for official word on traveling abroad again

President Joe Biden could lift restrictions on the United Kingdom and Ireland as soon as early June, industry officials say

Indian Removal Act

The Twenty-First Congress of the United States of America passed the Indian Removal Act of 1830 on May 26, 1830. Under the terms of the Removal Act, the lands of the Cherokee, Choctaw, Creek, Chicasaw, and Seminole tribes were ceded to the southern states in return for promises of autonomy, land, and financial

Collette Announces Six New Tour Itineraries Featuring The Floriade Horticultural Expo 2022

Pawtucket, RI (May 25, 2021) – Collette, global tour operator, announces a brand-new series of tour itineraries featuring the Floriade Horticultural Expo in 2022. Guests will have the chance to explore new horticultural trends alongside green and sustainable solutions that enhance the community, during this once in a lifetime opportunity to connect with nature. Europe in the springtime is a celebration of flora of all shapes and sizes

Airlines avoid Belarus after 'state-sponsored hijacking' of Ryanair flight

The European Union has called on airlines to avoid Belarus' airspace after a Ryanair flight from Greece to Lithuania was forced to land in the country, and a dissident journalist on board was arrested

Southwest Airlines flight attendant loses two teeth after passenger assault

There were 477 passenger misconduct incidents on Southwest from April 8-May 15, an 'intolerable' level, according to its flight attendants union

United Airlines offers vaccinated customers shots at free travel

Carrier's loyalty club members can enter sweepstakes designed to encourage national immunization effort

Why it's easier to meet new people on smaller cruise ships

Looking to make some new friends on your next cruise? Here's a bit of advice that may seem counterintuitive: Pick a smaller ship

8 Ways To Involve Your Kids In Planning Your Family Cruise

These are eight ways you can get your kids excited and involved in planning your next family cruise

Florida Still Waits As Cruises To Alaska Get Green Light To Resume, Pending CDC Approval

Cruises to Alaska are set to resume sailing this summer with the signing of the Alaska Tourism Restoration Act but what about Florida

US citizens warned not to travel to Japan as Tokyo Olympics near

The latest troubling sign for the Tokyo Olympic Games came Monday when the State Department advised US citizens against traveling to Japan because of a sharp increase in Covid-19 cases

The Hidden Costs of Traveling To Hawaii and Other Popular Destinations During COVID-19

With 38% of the U.S. population identifying as fully vaccinated and COVID-19 restrictions relaxing, people are looking to travel. But hidden costs are lurking

Where You Should Plan a Trip, Based on Your Zodiac Sign

Using astrology as our guide, we've made it easy for you to choose your next destination with this list based on each sign of the zodiac

How to fly safely this summer

Air travel in the US is at a record high for the pandemic going into the busy summer travel season. But not everyone is fully vaccinated yet -- so how do you fly safely? Get the latest advice from experts

Puerto Rico Updates Its Covid-19 Travel Guidelines For Vaccinated Visitors

Tourism is ramping up in Puerto Rico, with several changes to its Covid-19 travel guidelines going into effect this week. For starters, all local curfews in effect since March 2020 have been lifted as of Monday

This Exclusive Camping Trip in Yellowstone National Park Is the Perfect Way to Unplug

Excursionist, a luxury tour operator for U.S. experiential travel, now has a new, private camp experience in Yellowstone National Park

You Can Visit The Island Where Jurassic Park And Jurassic World Were Filmed

Kualoa Ranch on the Hawaiian island of Oahu has featured in numerous films and TV shows over the years

5 New Austin Hotels You Need to Know

Here are some of Austin's best and brightest hotel debuts, just in time for that Summer Friday staycation

Make Vacation Magic Happen Thanks to Disneyland Hotel's Reopening

The park's original hotel is taking reservations for the summer now

A big new hotel opens tomorrow and it is extremely extra

The American hotel brand is opening its first overseas location in a Grade-II Listed building in Covent Garden

Where can Americans travel? What to know about COVID-19 restrictions around the world

Many countries are letting in American tourists, but COVID-19 restrictions vary from place to place

The Constitutional Convention Convenes

On May 25th, 1787 the Philadelphia Convention convened with delegates from each of the states. The problems arising under the Articles of Confederation were pressing the new nation. Many of the delegates, notably James Madison, intended that the Articles of Confederation be scrapped in favor of a new system

Which Airlines Founded The SkyTeam Alliance?

SkyTeam is one of the three leading airline alliances in the world, with 19 major carriers making up the organization. As we close in on the 21st anniversary of the official launch of the group

Sweet Spot Sunday: American Airlines off-peak awards to Europe for 45,000 miles round-trip

American Airlines offers discounted 45,000-mile off-peak award tickets to Europe if you travel between Nov. 1 - Dec. 14 this year

United Airlines offering free travel for a year to promote vaccinations

United Airlines announced on Monday that it is giving travelers a chance to win a year of free flights to anywhere in the world it flies in exchange for getting vaccinated against COVID-19

It's not your imagination. Rising airfares and hotel rates are making vacations more expensive

Airfare and hotel rates are rising as more travelers take vacations

This Beloved Napa Resort Just Got a $30 Million Renovation With Outdoor Soaking Tubs, Guest Mercedes, and More

Solage, Auberge Resorts Collection unveiled to Travel + Leisure the result of its $30 million redesign that included newly built suites and the renovation of all guest rooms and public spaces, which somehow made an already beautiful place all the more spectacular

Where can Americans travel? What to know about COVID-19 restrictions around the world

Many countries are letting in American tourists, but COVID-19 restrictions vary from place to place

Top Adventure Destinations In The U.S. To Explore This Summer

Adventure travel seekers will be getting out this summer in the United States. The following is a list of the best US adventure destinations

Tired of Virtual Vacations? Michelob Ultra Is Giving Away 3 Luxe Vacations to Take in Real Life

Craving a real vacation? As in, outside your house, your town, and even your home state? Michelob Ultra wants to give you just that

Hawaii is the only state requiring and spending millions on COVID-19 testing

The state is spending about $38 million to fund one year of its Safe Travels airport screening program and is making plans to spend another $22 million on top of that even though most U.S. destinations have dropped nearly all of their travel restrictions

Summer return for CroisiEurope's river, canal and ocean cruises

CroisiEurope restarting itineraries from June with Portugal river sailings first, followed by cruises on French rivers and German rivers in July

Norwegian Cruise to return to U.S. sailing in August

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd (NCLH.N) said on Monday it would return to sailing in the United States from Aug. 7, more than a year after the COVID-19 pandemic brought the industry to a virtual standstill

Check Out This New Cruise Ship Coming to Miami in 6 Months

In six months, a new cruise ship from MSC Cruises will begin to sail out of the Cruise Capital of the World, PortMiami. MSC Seashore will be the cruise

Germany bans all non-essential travel to UK over Indian variant

The German Embassy in the UK said the new classification is due to "local outbreaks occurring again, including cases of more infectious variants such as the Indian variant at present

Stay calm on vacation at these 10 hotels with yoga classes

If you're looking for a way to reduce the stress that comes with travel, consider staying at a hotel or resort that offers a yoga class on the premises

Hyatt Inspires Summer Travel With Unique ‘Explor-cation’ Experiences Available Globally

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today more than 40 unique ‘Explor-cation’ offerings are available nationwide now throughout the summer and beyond to immerse guests in local destinations and reignite the joy of travel

Peter Minuit Buys Manhattan

Peter Minuit was the Director-General of the Dutch New World colony of New Netherland. Seeking to claim a legitimate title to the land the colony desired to rule, Minuit entered into negotiations with the local Native Americans. Minuit purchased the island of Manhattan on

New airline Breeze Airways takes off May 27 with $39 fares, no middle seats and nonstop flights to smaller cities

Breeze Airways, started by JetBlue founder David Neeleman, is offering nonstop flights between smaller cities, a la Allegiant Air

Staggered Economy Seating Could Be The Future: Is Any Airline Bold Enough?

In recent decades, not much has changed in the economy class cabin. One of the simplest yet most effective way to improve this cabin would be to simply stagger the seats

These hotel chains say you won't have to wear a mask during your next US stay if you're fully vaccinated

If you're vaccinated, you can now go without a mask at many hotels in the United States, according to the American Hotel and Lodging Association

9 Hotels with Killer Balconies in NYC

Part of why we visit New York is for the views; these hotels with a balcony in NYC offer outdoor space to take them in

Four Letters You Never Want to See on Your Boarding Pass

A secret code on your boarding pass may mean you're in for longer security screenings

Galápagos Islands tourist attraction Darwin's Arch collapses

Darwin's Arch in the Galápagos Islands, "considered one of the best places on the planet to dive" and observe marine species, has collapsed, the Ministry of Environment for Ecuador has announced

Viking Announces July Return for European River Cruises

Viking is bringing back river cruises to Europe in July for vaccinated travelers

Major Mexican tourist destination at 'imminent risk' of lockdown

In a major announcement last week, the governor of the Mexican state of Quintana Roo warned that the state had seen five straight weeks of increased COVID-19 rates following last month’s spring holidays

Weekly travel update: Europe, Anguilla and Abu Dhabi relax restrictions

Now that the world is starting to open back up, CNN Travel is helping you make plans for 2021 and beyond through these weekly round-ups of travel news

This mammoth tour will take you on a flight-free trip around the world in 80 days

Make like Phileas Fogg and travel across Europe, Asia and North America on this retro, train-heavy vacay from Undiscovered Destinations

Alaska cruise ship waiver bill passes Congress, heads to Biden for signing into law

House of Representatives passed Alaska Tourism Restoration Act to give foreign-flag cruise ships temporary cabotage waiver, enabling them to operate in Alaska

The UK Cruise Industry is Officially Back!

Cruise ships are arriving in the UK to restart the industry that has been on pause for over a year. The first cruise with passengers is departing on May 20

The Founding of the American Red Cross

On this day in 1881, Clara Barton founded the American Red Cross. A schoolteacher during the American Civil War, Barton traveled to Europe and while there saw the work of the International Red Cross during the Franco-Prussian War. Upon her return, Barton began the process of generating the necessary financial and political support for the new organization

Alaska Airlines expands food and beverage offering on select flights

Fresh food can be pre-ordered up to 20 hours before departure, while picnic packs can be reserved up to an hour in advance

Exclusive: American Airlines' largest regional carrier gets FAA warning

A commuter jet was seconds away from landing at a regional airport in Illinois last March when the pilots realized they'd made a potentially fatal mistake: They were aimed at the wrong runway

Norwegian Cruise Line resumes Alaska cruise ticket sales, raising state's tourism hopes

Norwegian has resumed ticket sales for voyages to Alaska after the U.S. Senate passed a bill that could help save the state's cruise season

The UK's first cruise in over a year sets sail

With most of the world still off-limits to British travelers, MSC Cruises is launching the first of many planned UK summer "staycation sailings" that promise to introduce UK travelers

Celebrity releases new protocols for summer cruises with new mask, excursion, and vaccine rules

Celebrity Cruises announced what cruise passengers can expect onboard in terms of where they have to wear masks, which tours they can book, and other important concerns

U.S. weighs changes to COVID-19 travel restrictions

The Biden administration has been weighing changes to sweeping travel restrictions that bar much of the world’s population from coming to the United States, but has reached no decisions

How to Mentally Prepare to Be in a Crowded Airport Again

Experts' advice on how to face travel anxiety as you readjust to the bustling space after a year of isolation

Have COVID vaccine, will travel: These are the countries open to fully vaccinated Americans

Got your shots and ready to travel abroad? Check our lists of which countries are accepting vaccinated Americans and those with negative COVID tests

Summer travel to return as EU agrees to let vaccinated Americans visit

The European Union has agreed to allow vaccinated Americans to travel to its member nations

From Prague to Manchester: My favorite European Hilton hotels for under 40,000 points per night

Hilton has a ton of excellent budget hotels in Europe that you can book with points. Here's a look at some great options for less than 40,000 points per night

AD's 2021 Hotel Awards

From Brooklyn to Botswana, we've rounded up the best new openings of the past year

The First Council of Nicaea

Roman Emperor Constantine wanted to unify the Roman empire. His plan depended in part on unifying the emerging Christian religion. He convened a council of nearly 1800 Christian bishops in Nicaea to solidify Christian doctrine

Airlines consider weighing passengers before flights

Airlines are considering weighing passengers before flights as U.S. obesity rates climb

Saudi Arabia asks airlines to register traveller immunisation data

Saudi Arabia has launched an online portal for airlines operating in the kingdom to register immunisation data for all foreigners travelling to the Gulf Arab state, the General Authority for Civil Aviation (GACA) said

5 Hotel Chains with Two-Bedroom Suites You Can Book with Points

So what do you do when you want to take a trip with mom, dad, the kids and a friend or two? Find a hotel where you can book a two-bedroom suite with points

How Your Hotel Stay Will Be Different When Traveling Post-Pandemic

More than 120 million Americans have received COVID-19 vaccinations, giving them the all-clear to travel, provided they adhere to the TSA’s federal requirement

CDC will only require cruise ship passenger Covid-19 tests after the cruise on sailings more than 4 nights

There has been another tweak made to the rules for cruise ships that want to restart sailings from the United States

Florida's Lawsuit Against CDC to Restart Cruises Heads for Mediation

Judge orders mandatory mediation in the Florida lawsuit against the CDC to allow for an immediate restart on cruises

Yes, you can cruise to Alaska this year — here’s how

With so much talk about how Alaska cruises might not happen in 2021, consider this a reminder that some lines are preparing to sail in the region, even as you’re reading this

Travel hiccups to prepare for as you plan your Memorial Day weekend getaway

The busy summer travel season kicks off next week — complicated by Covid protocols, understaffed security checkpoints and higher prices

The top 9 destinations in Portugal that are not the Algarve

The top 9 destinations in Portugal that are not the Algarve

6 Tips for Maintaining Healthy Circulation While You Travel

Whether you're flying or driving to your destination, these 6 tips will make sure you stay comfortable during your well-deserved trip

Dust off that passport: Europe travel closer to reality after EU decision – but timing is unclear

On Wednesday, the EU agreed to admit vaccinated tourists and those from countries where COVID is deemed under control. But the timing remains unclear

Americans Can Finally Visit Italy Again Following a Year of Restrictions

Italy has opened its borders for leisure travel. Americans can enter with proof of a negative PCR or antigen test from select US airports

Lawrence of Arabia Dies

Lieutenant-Colonel Thomas Edward Lawrence, better known as "Lawrence of Arabia" died on this day in 1935 at the age of 46 from a motorcycle accident near Dorset, England. During World War I, T.E. Lawrence used his knowledge of Arab customs and an amazing array of contacts in the Arab world

Airline industry execs talk up hopes for Europe's summer

Airline industry executives are cautiously optimistic that Europe's accelerated vaccine rollout will allow travel restrictions to be lifted and spur a strong rebound

JetBlue passenger 'acting erratically and aggressively' forces landing in Minneapolis

JetBlue Flight 915, westbound from New York, landed two hours late in San Francisco due to mid-flight incident

Iceland's PLAY Launching Flights This Summer

PLAY is a new low cost carrier in Iceland that has just obtained its operating certificate. Flights should launch in the summer of 2021

Hotel industry eases mask guidance for vaccinated guests

The hotel industry is easing mask and social distancing guidance for vaccinated guests in the USA on the heels of new CDC guidance

Disney Imagineers Want 'Star Wars' Hotel Guests to Dress as Twi'Leks

If you’re like most Star Wars fans, you’ve been not-so-patiently waiting for details about Walt Disney World Resort’s Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser hotel since it was first announced at the 2017

Carnival Cruise Line in Talks With the CDC To Resume Cruises in July

Carnival Cruise Line is in active discussions with the CDC to resume cruises in July. Carnival’s President Christine Duffy said that the cruise line is talking with the CDC

CDC Eases Testing Requirements For Fully-Vaccinated Cruise Passengers

The Centers for Disease Control has eased testing requirements for cruise passengers who are fully vaccinated

Norwegian Prima Sales Break Cruise Line's Records

The Norwegian Prima has become Norwegian Cruise Line’s most in-demand ship ever with record bookings on the first day and week of sales

What are the UK travel rules from May 17?

Many residents of the United Kingdom can now travel abroad for the first time in months after some coronavirus restrictions were eased. Here are the details of where people can now go, and what the new rules are

These are the best vacation spots to visit in 2021

U.S. News and World Report rankings indicate the coronavirus pandemic led to increased interest in national parks and other outdoor destinations

Europe Is Getting Some Fantastic New Sleeper Trains, Plus 11 Others Not To Miss

Consider your sleeper train ride not as a means to get from A to B but as a unique way to see great cities and beautiful landscapes

12 Most Instagram-Worthy Travel Destinations for 2021

If you need some new pics for your social media feed, these spots are legit. Here are the 12 most Instagram-worthy destinations of 2021

The Eruption of Mount St. Helens

Mount St. Helens had been largely quiet since the late 1850's. Some minor explosions occurred in the early part of the 20th century, but were quickly forgotten by all but a few scientists. However, a two-month series of seismic episodes in 1980 caused concern that the mountain was becoming highly active. On May 18, 1980, Mount St. Helens exploded

United Airlines returning flight schedule to pre-pandemic levels in July

United Airlines is adding more than 400 daily flights to its schedule in July, its largest monthly schedule since before the pandemic

Recent Trends Bode Well For Airlines Hoping For A European Summer

The US-Europe transatlantic market is one of the most lucrative markets in the world. Airlines typically see excellent

American Airlines joins Delta in welcoming all customers on COVID-tested flights to Italy

American becomes the second airline, after Delta, to offer quarantine-free flights to Italy for all customers. Here are the details

Mid May Update: Major Cruise Lines Restart Plans

Major cruise lines are planning restarts in various phases in 2021. Here's the latest from a selection of brands

Royal Caribbean cancels cruises from Israel due to ongoing conflict

Royal Caribbean has canceled a series of cruises that were set to depart from Israel this summer. The company's mammoth Odyssey of the Seas ship was supposed to set sail from

Disney's New Cruise Ship Will Have First Funnel Suite

Disney Cruise Line’s newest cruise ship debuting in 2022, Disney Wish, will have a first of its kind suite located in one of the ship’s funnels

Dubai eases COVID-19 restrictions, allows full hotel capacity

Dubai on Monday eased COVID-19 restrictions, allowing hotels in the regional tourism hub to operate at full capacity and permitting concerts and sports events where all attendees and participants have been vaccinated

Highly Anticipated Marvel Hotel Receives Opening Date!

Disneyland Paris is bringing the Marvel Universe to Guests thanks to the highly anticipated Disney’s Hotel New York – The Art of Marvel

Best Bike Tours In The UK

There are many reasons to take a cycling tour in the United Kingdom. You’ll cover a larger area than you would if you were walking, while still having that outdoor experience

Business travel has disappeared. Will it ever come back?

Book tickets. Schedule meetings. Obsess over your presentation. Pack a carry-on. Rush to the airport. Check out the lounge. Priority boarding. Take off. Land. Get to the hotel. Meet clients. Seal the deal. Fly home. Repeat

Summer travel is returning: Here's who's booking and where they're going

With vaccines rolling out across across the world, travelers want to reclaim something most gave up during the lockdown era: the summer vacation

Thinking of a summertime trip to Europe? 5 factors to weigh

Are you thinking about going to Europe this summer? Here are five factors to consider

Italy Is Reopening to Travelers—Here’s Everything You Need to Know

An Italy-based writer on what travelers need to know and whether Italy really is ready to relax its borders

BBB says rental car scams cranking up just as travel season starts

Your Better Business Bureau (BBB) warns that vacation season is approaching, and scammers are taking advantage of an unusual development. During the pandemic, rental car companies sold off significant portions

Brown v. Board of Education

On this day in 1954, the United States Supreme Court handed down the decision in the landmark case of Brown v. Board of Education. Earlier case law as set out in Plessy v. Ferguson, decided in 1896, had declared that separate schools for white students and black students were constitutional if the schools were "separate but equal". The effect of Brown v. Board of Education was to overturn

United Airlines extends beer/wine service to more flights over two hours

Many airlines are looking to make a comeback this summer as the pandemic dies down. With that being the case, it appears that some airlines are attempting to make a better experience available to more passengers

Senators Give Airlines a Push to Honor Pandemic-Issued Flight Vouchers Forever

Senators Markey and Blumenthal see an unfair policy by the airlines as 2020 vouchers for cancelled flights set to expire

U.S. Senate allows Alaska-bound cruise ships to bypass Canada; House action could allow summer cruises this year

As American voyages resume in other states, Canadian restrictions are the biggest remaining hurdle to resuming cruise tourism to Alaska this year

CDC Loosens Mask Requirements, Shore Excursion Rules for Vaccinated Cruise Passengers

Vaccinated cruise passengers will be able to ditch their masks in certain outdoor settings, according to updated guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

EMSA and ECDC Review COVID-19 Guidance for Cruise Ships

The European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA) and the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) have published the first revision of their joint

The 7 Best Foodie Destinations In The World

If you like to eat, you will be happy visiting every single one of these foodie destinations, from European cities in Spain and France to Indonesia, Australia, and more

Heading to Mexico? These Are the COVID Restrictions in Place

Before you head south of the border, these are the Mexico COVID travel restrictions, from pre-departure requirements to

Vacation Hotspots Including Hawaii and Are Banning Certain Sunscreens: Here's Why and What to Know

Although the chemicals used in sunscreen are safe for humans, some of them have harmful environmental impacts

Greece’s glittering holiday islands reemerge from the shadow of coronavirus lockdowns

The Greek government has a message to lure mainly northern Europeans, who are desperate for some warmer weather and a holiday

Here's What Is (And Isn't) Changed By The New CDC Mask Guidance

Some parts of public life in the U.S. still operate according to restrictive rules, and that includes planes, trains and buses

New $80M Virgin Hotel starts taking bookings as tourism rebounds in New Orleans; look inside

In another sign of revival in the city's hospitality sector, the nearly completed Virgin Hotel New Orleans said Thursday that it has started taking bookings for stays starting on Labor

A Brief History of the Legendary Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc

The luxurious French Riviera retreat, which reopens post-Covid on June 4, is celebrating its 150th anniversary this year

The First Smallpox Vaccination

On May 14, 1796, physician Edward Jenner administered the first smallpox vaccination to 8-year-old James Phipps. Old wives' tales indicated that milkmaids who contracted the milder cowpox never caught the more deadly smallpox. Jenner's work was also preceded by Chinese and Turkish practices of

Global airlines cancel flights to Israel as violence escalates

Global airlines are canceling flights to Israel as clashes between the country's military and Palestinian militants in Gaza intensify

Delta, Southwest top J.D. Power airline ranking for 2021

Air passengers were happier with airlines despite the pandemic, J.D. Power found in its 2021 North America Airline Satisfaction Study

Reunited and It Feels so Good: Survey Finds Family Travel a Top Priority for Americans This Year

A new survey from Wyndham Destinations and Atomik Research reveals 72% of U.S. adults will travel to reunite with family and friends in 2021

Desperate to travel anywhere? Mystery trips will make it happen

Mystery trips - where you pay an agency to organize your vacation and don’t find out the destination until the last minute - have been a niche section

7 Best Island Day Trips From Athens, Greece

From Aegina to Kea and Poros to Hydra, these are the best islands to enjoy during a day trip from Athens, plus a guided tour recommendation

Germany eases travel rules for vaccinated tourists as vacations loom

The German government has agreed to let travelers who have been vaccinated against COVID-19 or recovered from infection avoid testing and quarantine

Breaking: CDC eases mask-wearing rules on cruises - but not for everybody

Some cruisers still will have to wear masks when sunbathing in their bathing suits next to cruise ship pools

Carnival Cruise Line Cancels Most Sailings Through July, but Remains Hopeful for Sailings in Florida, Texas

Passengers on a cancelled cruise can request either a full refund or a future cruise credit and onboard credit

Which summer Greece cruise should I book?

Don’t give up on a European vacation in 2021! With Greece allowing Americans to enter the country with proper testing and screening, four cruise lines are setting sail

The Best Functional-But-Also-Cool Travel Backpacks

From colorful roll-tops to shoulder bags to Stone Island dreamboats, all these picks will help you hold on to your passport (and vax card)

Portugal's hotels see huge spike in booking requests after UK gives green light on international travel

U.K. tourists were quick to jump on the opportunity to book a vacation in Portugal

12 destinations that should be on your bucket list for solo travel

Here are 12 ultimate bucket list destinations, including Ladakh, Japan and Singapore, for solo travel that are worth visiting

The First FM Radio Station

On May 13, 1939, WDRC signed on to the air on FM radio bandwidth, the first commercial FM radio station. Unlike AM radio frequencies, FM bandwidths and broadcasting technique allowed high fidelity and stereo broadcasts. It took many years for FM broadcasting

Airlines start to feel Colonial Pipeline pinch

Fuel supply shortages from the Colonial Pipeline ransomware attack are hitting airlines at a time when the industry is just beginning to emerge from the coronavirus recession

Airline CEOs call for summit to speed relaunch of UK-US travel

Bosses of major U.S. and UK airlines called on Tuesday for a summit between the two governments to speed the reopening of transatlantic travel, still paralyzed even though

Japanese Airline Testing Hands-Free Bathroom Doors On Its Planes

If airplane lavatories make you cringe, take heart: These Japanese companies are working on a contraption that will put your mind at ease

APA Hotels has an incredible deal that lets you hotel-hop across Japan for 30 days

Stay at APA hotels across Japan for 30 consecutive nights for only ¥99,000 – that’s cheaper than most Tokyo rents

So long, free Vegas hotel parking? MGM Resorts to resume parking fees in June

MGM Resorts, parent of popular casino hotels including Bellagio, New York-New York, MGM and The Mirage, is resuming parking charges in June

Carnival Cruise Line aims for July restart from Florida and Texas, cancels other sailings through July

Carnival Cruise Line announced Tuesday that it is planning to restart its U.S. operations with 3 ships sailing out of ports in Texas and Florida

Cruise Line Reveals New Health and Safety Measures for August Restart

Azamara details its new Explore Well at Sea health and safety protocols ready for when cruises resume in August

Silversea to Resume Cruises in the Galápagos Islands in June

Silversea Cruises announced today that it will be resuming service in the Galápagos Islands in June

Summer travel expected to surge as Americans take 1st trips since pandemic's start

As the number of vaccinations rise, Americans are eager to travel this summer, many taking their first big trip since the start of the pandemic

Love Lake: Heart-shaped lagoons link up in Dubai desert

Love reigns at the Al Qudra oasis on the outskirts of Dubai where two heart-shaped lagoons known as Love Lake appeared in 2018. This year they were joined by the new crescent-shaped Moon Lake

U.S. State Department Eases Travel Advisories for UK, Israel

The U.S. State Department eased travel warnings for the United Kingdom and Israel just weeks after raising both countries to its highest travel advisory classification

Top 10 destinations for living and working as a digital nomad in 2021

Top 10 destinations for living and working as a digital nomad in 2021

6 Private Frank Lloyd Wright Buildings Are Opening to the Public for Virtual Tours This Weekend

This weekend, architecture fans will get a treat when six private Frank Lloyd Wright buildings across the country open their doors for virtual Zoom tours

These Adventure Vacations Are the Perfect Post-Pandemic Excursion

Sometimes you need something more exciting than sipping Mai Tais on the beach

Florence Nightingale is born

The pioneer of modern nursing was born on this day in 1820. Florence Nightingale was born into privileged English society. Early in her life, she felt called into the profession of nursing, scandalizing her family. At the time, nursing was considered a task of the poor and ill-educated. During the Crimean War, she trained nurses

Pipeline outage forces American Airlines to add stops to some long-haul flights, Southwest flies in fuel

After a cyberattack on Colonial Pipeline, U.S. airlines and airports are scrambling to get fuel

Delta Announces New Nonstop Flights From NYC To Croatia

Delta is going to start flying nonstop from NYC to Dubrovnik, plus the new airline that's going to offer nonstop flights to Croatia

Senators Calling On Airlines To Refund Flight Credits

Two US Senators have written to several US airlines to ask them to change their terms - or refund millions of passengers

Kempinski Hotel Bahía Will Welcome Again Beach Lovers For A Relaxed Summer In Andalusia

Extensive gardens, appealing pool landscapes, terraces with restaurants and bars, plenty of outdoor space and stunning beaches right in front of the hotel are attributes describing the

Hospitality union, hotel lobbyist join forces to ask Congress to help ailing industry

UNITE HERE and the American Hotel and Lodging Association put out a joint statement in support of the Save Hotel Jobs Act, a federal bill designating money to the hotel industry

Expedition Cruise Lines Weigh Antarctica Season Adjustments

The 2021-2022 Antarctica cruise season should be kicking off from Ushuaia, Argentina, in October, but with Argentina closed to cruise traffic, operators are

Two Popular Cruises, Star Trek and the 80s Cruise, Sell Out

Two themed cruises that will sail in 2022, Star Trek: The Cruise and The 80s Cruise, have completely sold out. The full-ship charters sail back-to-back

'A hard position': Florida's cruise industry struggles with vaccine passport ban

The state’s massive cruise industry is caught in the cross hairs between the federal government’s cautious coronavirus rollbacks and Gov. Ron DeSantis’

Why the Oldest City in the U.S. Should Be Your Next Destination for a Girls Getaway

From delicious food to beautiful beaches, St. Augustine, Florida, has everything you need for a perfect girls getaway

One of Italy's most idyllic islands is 'Covid-free'

As Europe plans its gradual reopening to visitors from further afield, the battle lines are being drawn between destinations eager to get the tourist dollars flowing

The Best Face Masks for Travel and Long Flights

As travel opens up, having a breathable face mask is essential, especially on flights. We review the most comfortable face masks for travel

Greece touts for tourists with season to start despite Covid

Greece is keen to see crowds of holiday-makers flooding back to its idyllic islands and has despatched the tourism minister to London to convince one of its biggest markets

COVID certificate will be a signal for travel in EU, Germany says

Germany hopes for a swift agreement on a COVID-19 certificate that could allow citizens to travel more easily in the European Union, as more and more countries are opening up

An Ethical Guide to Plantation Tours

Plantation tours range widely, and not all of them center Black voices. This guide will help travelers find the tours that combat racism through education

ValuJet Flight 592

On May 11, 1996, technicians for the SabreTech corporation loaded cases of oxygen canisters aboard low-cost carrier ValuJet's flight 592 from Miami to Hartsfield Atlanta International Airport in Atlanta, Georgia. The canisters were mistakenly thought to be empty, but loading them into the cargo hold was in contravention of FAA regulations which forbid the transport of hazardous materials in the cargo hold of a commercial flight

First on CNN: Senators ask airlines to change terms or refund flight credits

Would-be air travelers hold billions of dollars in credits for future flights, and two US senators want airlines to drop restrictions like expiration dates -- or to refund the customers in cash

America's newest airline, known for its $19 flights, is spending $1.2 million to bring its cheap trips to the East Coast

Avelo Airlines just made its Hollywood debut in April and already has plans to expand its low-cost leisure flights to the East Coast by year's end

Will We Ever See VR Entertainment On Flights?

Onboard entertainment is one way airlines have attracted customers and differentiated themselves for many years. Overhead screens moved

How to volunteer for a test cruise in 2021

Have you heard about the test cruises required by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that require volunteers to go onboard

16 IDEAL Bermuda Hotels for Cruise Ship Visitors

Everything you need to know about the most ideal Bermuda hotels for visitors to Hamilton and the island including distance from the port

5 Sunny MSC Itineraries You May Not Know About

From the Mediterranean and Caribbean to South Africa and Brazil, MSC Cruises has a wide footprint in some of the best climates. Cruise Industry News has

Crystal Cruises Initiates COVID-Safe Cruises in the Caribbean

New 10-night voyages from St. Maarten expand travel options for Caribbean Escapes, allowing guests to sail round-trip from either St. Maarten or Antigua

10 Hotels With A Hot Tub You Need To Book Now For A Summer Staycation

The best hotels with a hot tub in the room across the UK. From Cornish beaches to lakeside views, here are the best hotels to choose from for spa vibes

The Dirty Game Of Reserving Hotel Pool Chairs

Is it fair game to reserve pool chairs at resorts even hours before you intend to use them? Here's my take on this frustrating trend

South Florida resort makes Condé Nast Traveler’s 2021 Hot List of the best hotels in the world

“America’s rare private island resort makes waves with a complete rebuild and redesign” is how Conde Nast described Little Palm Island Resort & Spa located in Little Torch Key on

3 Underrated Destinations To Explore On A Pre-Planned Tour

Your alarm sounds off one morning, you roll out of bed, but this time around, the first thought that pops into your head isn't related to work meetings and checklists

Europe reopening may come too late to save the summer for airlines and travelers

Americans are booking their summer vacations, and without clear guidance on when Europe and the UK will reopen, many are committing to flying elsewhere

How To Travel Mindfully: Advice From A Tibetan Monk

Khenpo Pema Wangdak has been traveling mindfully, and helping others do the same, since the 1980s. Here's his best mindful travel advice

Best New Ways to Travel: 2021 Hot List

This year’s annual Hot List of the best new hotels from around the world is a story of resilience. Despite enormous hardship in the travel industry, exceptional properties have continued to open across the globe

Traveling to the Maldives during Covid-19: What you need to know before you go

If you're planning to travel to the Maldives here's what you'll need to know and expect if you want to visit during the Covid-19 pandemic

Our View: Guam should be seen as a vaccine haven in the Pacific

We should make it easy for fellow Americans to get vaccinated here - not try to get five or six weeks worth of hotel payments out of them

J. Edgar Hoover

On May 10, 1924, President Calvin Coolidge appointed J. Edgar Hoover as the director of the Bureau of Investigation—predecessor to the FBI. Hoover remained the director until his death in 1972. Hoover was both respected and feared by many of the nine presidents under

Startup Avelo Airlines announces new East Coast base just 1 week after launch

Avelo Airlines is headed East. The brand-new budget carrier said New Haven, Connecticut, would become its first base on the East Coast

Airlines have banned more than 4,000 passengers for unruly behavior in the last year

The number of people banned since airlines started requiring masks in the last year is likely higher, as two major carriers do not release that information

Americans are spending big on hotels and airline tickets as the economy rebounds, Goldman Sachs says

The US economy is reopening and growing rapidly. Americans are upping their spending on travel as the economy recovers, Gold

Europe's Most Popular Hotels, According to Experts

Trusted travel advisors share their favorite hotels in Europe—the most booked, most raved about properties from Italy to Montenegro

Live volcanoes and frozen lakes: Europe's most dangerous hotels

Europe is full of quirky, immersive places to stay that encourage people to get in touch with Mother Earth

Where to Travel Next: 2021 Hot List

This year’s annual Hot List of the best new hotels from around the world is a story of resilience. Despite enormous hardship in the travel industry, exceptional properties have continued to open across the globe

France Is Reopening to Travelers—Here’s Everything You Need to Know

A reporter based in France breaks down the current rules and restrictions and what travelers who want to go should know

7 Travel Podcasts to Inspire Your Wanderlust

From packing smart to exploring less touristy destinations, adventurers from around the world compile their tips and tricks in entertaining travel podcasts

Opinion: It's time to break out of our rooms -- and travel

Vaccinated and ready to go abroad? The reasons to travel are abundant and obvious enough: there is so much to learn, so much to see and do, writes Jay Parini. But early on I realized that travel also affords a fresh perspective

Will vaccine success make Israel this summer's hottest holiday destination?

The UK and Israel are poised to announce a travel corridor that is likely to open on May 23, with fully-vaccinated Israel expected to be on the green list

Hawaii, Florida, California: Try these spots for destination weddings

Small wedding destinations: Hawaii, Florida, California, more

Top 10 Family-Friendly Things To Do In Seattle

From whale watching to parks, here are the top 10 family friendly things to do in Seattle, Washington on your next vacation

Major cruise ship company may avoid Florida if state doesn't permit Covid-19 vaccination checks, CEO says

Florida's new law prohibiting businesses from asking whether employees or customers have been vaccinated against Covid-19 may take a toll on its cruise business

Could There Still Be a Limited 2021 Alaska Cruise Season?

While the barriers still seem daunting, cruise line executives seemed more bullish on the prospect this week than at previous times during the COVID-19 pandemic.. And the second is that Transport Canada has to allow cruise ships most of which are traveling to Alaska to

Norwegian Cruise sees plans for restarting U.S. sailing in July in jeopardy

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd (NCLH.N) said its plans for resuming mid-summer U.S. sailings could be in jeopardy, a day after the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

The Founding of New Orleans

The city known as La Nouvelle-Orléans (New Orleans) came into being on May 7, 1718. Named for Philippe II, Duke of Orléans in France, the city's port made it an ideal area for the French Mississippi Company under the leadership of Jean-Baptiste Le Moyne de Bienville. Under the terms of the 1763 Treaty of Paris, the city was turned over to Spain but then reverted to France in 1801. Thomas Jefferson negotiated the purchase of the French colony along with

Passengers who flouted mask rules face thousands in fines, FAA says

The FAA announced fines against four passengers Wednesday including three who balked at mask rules -- two of whom allegedly got physical

American Airlines Is Selling 13 Hour Transpacific Flights For $90

Act fast. Select dates this year to Tokyo one-way from Miami are available for as low as $90

Threaten a Delta employee? Say goodbye to your SkyMiles account and elite status

Delta just tightened its SkyMiles program terms and conditions to include a new provision - documented abusive behavior - around when a frequent flyer account might be terminated.

US cruises inch closer to resuming as CDC issues trial cruise guidance

Cruise ship operators may begin simulated voyages with volunteer passengers, per an order from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

A US-based cruise line with a vaccine requirement says it's almost sold out for 2021 and already seeing high demand for 2022

The American Queen Steamboat Company is already seeing surging demand as cruising restarts in the US

Princess Cruises Introduces New Contactless Dining Approach

Princess Cruises introduces contactless dining named 'Dine My Way' as part of the MedallionClass enhancement

This gorgeous Yamagata hotel designed by architect Shigeru Ban has a stunning new spa

Shonai Hotel Suiden Terrasse, which now features a Finnish-style sauna, is surprisingly affordable

Disney World’s Star Wars hotel opening pushed to next year

Walt Disney World Resort shared an update on its Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser on May 4

Visiting micronations—a most unique travel experience

The world is so full of surprises, and there is so little we really know. Conspiracy theories aside, we are talking about something called micronations. These charming little places are sovereign countries/communes on their own

8 Destinations for Female Solo Travelers, According to the Pros

Nicaragua is an exciting under-the-radar option to consider traveling solo [to], and in the many times I have visited, I have met several other women traveling solo throughout the country

The best travel gear for graduates in 2021

Here's a list of the best travel gadgets and tech gifts for your graduates, as chosen by the experts at Engadget

How Hawaii's Pre-Travel Testing Program Works

Aloha from Hawaii! Hawaii has been an extremely popular destination for people to travel to in recent months, though traveling there without having to quarantine requires pre-travel testing

Hilton CEO: Business travel is back to about 50% of pre-Covid levels, but some markets are stronger

Hilton CEO Christopher Nassetta expressed optimism around the return of business travel, a crucial segment for the hospitality industry

6 Suggestions for Traveling More Environmentally Conscious

Therefore, it would be only advisable to consider flights if there are no other options. Otherwise, travel by train or bus

The Chunnel Opens

On May 6, 1994, the tunnel from Folkestone, Kent, England to Coquelles, Pas-de-Calais, France opened for business. Passing under the English Channel, the Chunnel, as it became known, is a modern marvel of engineering. It is the second-longest undersea tunnel in the world. Eleven drilling machines worked for six years

A Love Letter to Travel Advisors from Collette!

Dear Travel Advisor, We want to take a minute to wish you a Happy Travel Advisor Day and to remind you that your partnership and commitment has truly have been a silver lining in the past year. We know that this continues to be an unbelievably difficult time for each of you and today we want to celebrate you for the support and commitment that you have for

The Travel Institute Gifts All Advisors in Celebration of National Travel Advisor Day

FRAMINGHAM, MA, May 5, 2021 – In celebration of National Travel Advisor Day today in the United States, The Travel Institute is offering its Business Writing online learning module to agents in the U.S. and beyond, free of charge, through May 31. “Cheers to those who have survived the challenges of the past year and to those newcomers bringing fresh energy and talent to our critical industry,” enthused Diane Petras, CTIE, president of The Travel Institute

Emirates Optimistic it Can Operate 70% Normal Capacity Within Months On Back of Vaccine Rollout

Emirates plans to reach 70 per cent of pre-pandemic capacity by the end of 2021 even as a slew of new travel restrictions weigh down the Dubai-based airline, its chief commercial officer Adnan Al Kazim says

United exec details reopening plans for airport clubs, Polaris Lounges

Ten more United Clubs are reopening in the coming weeks, bringing the total to nearly 30 locations open by Labor Day. United is also working on a plan to reopen its business-class-only Polaris Lounges

Miami International Airport To Begin Offering COVID-19 Jabs

Starting on May 10th, Miami International Airport will operate COVID-19 vaccination sites for its 36,000 airport employees, their

Hotels And Restaurants That Survived Pandemic Face New Challenge: Staffing Shortages

Business owners who rely on seasonal foreign workers coming to the U.S. on H-2B visas are struggling to find help they need for what's expected to be busy summer

Once Upon A Disney Wish: New Disney Cruise Line Ship Will Unlock Enchanting Family Vacations In Summer 2022

When the Disney Wish sets sail in summer 2022, families will discover a mesmerizing new world created especially for them: a celebration of Disney's rich legacy of enchanting storytelling

UnCruise Adventures moves Alaska relaunch forward

UnCruise Adventures has moved forward its relaunch with modified itineraries departing from Juneau, Alaska, after Covid-19 protocols in Washington

Cruise travel returns to Caribbean and Mexico this summer

Cruise lines have been one of the largest sectors within the leisure travel industry impacted by coronavirus shutdowns. With vaccination rates increasing and new health and safety protocols implemented

Find the Perfect Trip to Take With Your Kids (at Every Age)

Plan the perfect mind-broadening getaway with this guide to the ideal destinations to visit with your crew - whether they're toddlers, tweens, or teens (or older!)

Which countries are on the ‘green list’ for travel to the UK? Here’s what we know so far

For most of us in the UK, this year has been a long old slog so far. But finally infection rates are plummeting, the economy is opening up and the vaccine rollout is continuing apace

Covid-19: Thailand's travel agencies offer coronavirus 'vaccine tours' to US

The coronavirus vaccine tours to the United States could be a boon for Thailand's tourism agencies after travel collapsed during the Covid-19 pandemic

Italy Planning to Reopen in Second Half of June

Italy is planning to reopen to visitors from across the globe in June with a health passport in effect. Here's what we know so far

18 gifts for moms who really, really miss traveling

From travel guides to virtual experiences to the best travel accessories, we've rounded up some amazing things that are perfect for the mom who's itching to travel again

Vaxxed? Iceland Actually Wants You to Come Be a Tourist

Iceland is one of the few countries that is welcoming vaxxed up visitors now. Here's what to know before you hit the waterfalls

Cinco de Mayo

Cinco de Mayo ("5th of May") commemorates the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862 – a victory of Mexican forces led by General Ignacio Zaragoza Seguín over the French. The date is observed as a celebration of Mexican heritage and pride around the world. The Battle of Puebla delayed the French invasion of Mexico City. Five years later

Airlines rush to put parked airplanes back in the sky

After a year of COVID-19 lockdowns, air travel is starting to soar in the US. Preparing aircraft for passengers again takes a lot of work

Travel rebound: Millions of people board planes as US sets pandemic-era high for air travel

Nearly 1.67 million people were screened at U.S. airport checkpoints on Sunday, the highest number screened since March 12 of last year

Airlines refer 1,300 unruly passengers to U.S. FAA -agency

The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said on Monday that airlines have referred approximately 1,300 unruly-passenger reports since February and the agency has identified potential violations in about 260 cases

Why kids might be banned from cruise ships when cruising restarts

Cruise lines are under pressure to restart operations out of U.S. ports with a mandate that almost all passengers show proof of a COVID-19 vaccine

These cruise lines are requiring passengers to be vaccinated before they can board

Cruises are almost ready to hit the high seas again as long as you're vaccinated

Norwegian Cruise Line to celebrate teachers with free cruise

It's been a rough year for a lot of people. A major cruise line just announced that it will be celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week by giving away free cruises and school funding

Hilton Announces Multiple Luxury Signings In China

Leading global hospitality company Hilton (NYSE: HLT) and Shimao Group Holdings Ltd. (Shimao) today announced the signing of a landmark agreement to launch four luxury hotels in China

Top 10 US Foodie Destinations for 2021

Highlights the top US foodie tour destinations for 2021. Information on local foodie walking tours in each city

9 Reasons To Fall In Love With Taiwan

Walking the lively streets of Taipei, relaxing in soothing hot springs, and sampling seafood are just a few reasons why Taiwan is an incredible destination

The Bahamas Waives Testing Requirements for Vaccinated Travelers

Fully vaccinated tourists won't be required to undergo any testing before or after arrival

Aviation, travel groups urge fully reopening U.S.-UK travel market

A coalition of U.S. and European travel, airline, union, business and airport groups on Monday called for fully reopening the U.S.-UK air travel market "as soon as safely possible."

Hawaii Safe Travels getting help from company that developed New York’s COVID-19 ‘vaccine passport’

The state says it’s working with more partners to help travelers get vaccination exceptions. Among them is a company that’s already developed New York’s vaccine passport

The Kent State Shootings

On April 30, 1970, US President Richard Nixon announced the American invasion of Cambodia. Student demonstrators across the country began both peaceful and violent protests on the nation's campuses. At Kent State University in Ohio, the National Guard was called out to restore order to the campus. Confrontations between the students and the soldiers, however, became increasingly agitated, with rocks being thrown at the National Guard and two students stabbed with bayonets

I flew on America's newest airline, Avelo, for $19 and the friendly service more than made up for the complete lack of frills

Avelo Airlines made its debut on April 28 after breaking from cover earlier in the month. The ultra-low-cost airline aims to take advantage of the boom in leisure travelers that have been eager

United Airlines To Receive Nearly $3bn In Government Support

United Airlines will receive $2.8 billion in payroll support under the third round of government funding

Neos Airlines Connecting American Travelers With Italy

Neos Airlines has unveiled a new route, connecting New York with Milan and bringing Americans affordable travel to Italy this summer

CDC Will Allow Cruise Ships in US Waters This Summer — But There's a Catch

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has delivered some good news for travelers, as cruise ships have been given the green light to resume operations so long as the majority of those on

Celebrity Cruises amps up Florida-bound ship to be largest ever in the fleet

Royal Caribbean's Celebrity Cruises is amping up its fleet with its largest ship to date

Norwegian Cruise Line Giving Away 100 Free Cruises

Norwegian Cruise Line is providing educators the chance of free cruises and to win up to $25,000 for their schools

10 of the best new hotels in the world for 2021

Hundreds of hotels globally were assessed by travel experts Travel + Leisure, but only 73 were names best new hotels for 2021. From beekeeping and meditation to wellness retreats and safari lodges

12 of our favorite points hotels in the European Union

Europe is opening to vaccinated Americans this summer. Here's where you should stay on points

EU plans summer opening for vaccinated tourists

After nearly a year of closed borders, the European Union proposes opening up to fully vaccinated global travelers, a move that should help revive tourism industry fortunes

The 10 Most Scenic Overlooks in U.S. National Parks

From California to Alaska to Colorado, here are 10 of the most beautiful overlooks in national parks across America

Top 5 places to travel and visit historic and scenic cities in Japan

As vaccinations are carrying out and borders are resuming, Japan is becoming everybody's first travel destination

The Oklahoma tornado outbreak

On May 3, 1999 a total of 66 tornadoes (by some counts 71) spawned in a single day in the state of Oklahoma. One which occurred just southwest of Chickasha, Oklahoma rated an F5 on the Fujita scale (the most severe ranking) and caused $1.1 billion in damage. By May 8th, a total of 140 tornadoes had ripped through the adjacent 5 state area

Find out which countries are welcoming U.S. tourists back

Once one of the world's most powerful travel documents, the might of the United States passport has been diminished during the pandemic. With US Covid-19 cases now past the 32.4 million mark

President Joe Biden Talks Benefits of Train Travel During Amtrak's 50th Anniversary Celebration

"We have a huge opportunity here to provide fast, safe, reliable, clean transportation in this country," he said.

UPDATE 2-Indonesia finds cases of Indian COVID-19 variant as officials warn on Eid travel

Indonesia has recorded its first cases of a highly infectious COVID-19 variant first detected in India, the health minister said on Monday, as authorities implored people not to travel to their hometowns

Spain Plans to Welcome All Global Travelers in June

The country will begin piloting a digital health certificate program at all of the its airports in May

US cruises could restart in mid-July, according to the CDC. What does that mean for cruisers?

The CDC offered a mid-July time frame as a possible timeline for cruises to resume in U.S. waters, but there are still unanswered questions

Testing out Spirit Airlines Gold status: Some wins, some free perks just too 'expensive' to use

I am happy to admit that I like Spirit Airlines for what it is — an affordable way to get from Point A to B. When Spirit Airlines introduced a new elite status program with actual elite status tiers and benefits earlier this year, I was thrilled

Delta Airlines To Become The First 5G-Equipped Global Airline

Delta Airlines (DAL) has taken the first step to becoming the first 5G-equipped global airline. The airline has teamed up with Apple (AAPL) and AT&T (T) to equip its flight attendants with best-in-class products aimed at

U.S Travelers Have A New Budget Airline Option -- Here's What To Know

Is this new budget airline really that much cheaper? We run through the booking process to compare prices

The hotel industry wants its own relief package

Hotel owners and the hospitality workers union are urging Congress to pass the “Save Hotel Jobs Act.”

Here's a complete list of destinations opening to vaccinated travelers

More places are easing travel restrictions for vaccinated travelers, with some set to require inoculations from all travelers by the summer

Google Wants to Help You Travel More This Summer With New COVID-19 Safety Features

As the weather warms up and the demand for travel increases, more and more people are looking to get out and explore. To help, Google unveiled a suite of products to help them do just that

How to get around Costa Rica

If you're wondering how to navigate Costa Rica's roads, airports, and ferry terminals, here's the scoop on getting around this impressive country

These are the best websites to help with safe travel planning in 2021

Most of us have gone over a year now without some form of travel to aspire towards or indulge in. The constantly changing international restrictions - and ongoing risk of COVID

Japan luxury cruise halted after COVID-19 case

Japan's Nippon Yusen (9101.T) subsidiary NYK Cruises Co said on Friday that its luxury cruise ship 'Asuka II' was returning to port after a passenger tested positive for the coronavirus.

Carnival Cruise Line President Visits Ship, Declares 'We're On the Way Back!'

Carnival Cruise Line President Christine Duffy has visited the Carnival Sunshine cruise ship in Miami

George Washington Takes Office

On this date in 1789, George Washington took the oath of office at Federal Hall in New York City to become the first President of the United States. He remains the only president ever to have received 100% of the Electoral College votes. John Adams was elected as his Vice President. Only reluctantly did he

Fanfare galore: What it was like flying on Avelo Airlines' inaugural flight

Avelo Airlines, the USA's newest budget airline, made its inaugural flight to great fanfare Wednesday on route between the California cities of Burbank and Santa Rosa

How American Airlines Was Founded By Merging 82 Small Airlines

This decade will mark a century since the initial inspirations of what would become American Airlines first began

Southwest Airlines adds Buy Now, Pay Later as a ticket purchase option

Southwest Airlines is partnering with a company called Uplift to offer new, flexible, buy now, pay later options on certain flights

Check out 6 beautiful hotels opening this year in Israel

From the Sea of Galilee down to the Negev Desert, new hotels are ready and waiting for tourists

The 26 Best Pet-Friendly Hotels in the Country

Hotels and resorts are newly focused on offering the best possible experience for pets and pet parents. Here are just some of the best pet-friendly hotels across the U.S. right now

New boutique, resort hotels opening this spring and summer

Our top picks for new hotels debuting this spring and summer in California, Chicago

U.S. cruises could restart in mid-July with 95% of passengers fully vaccinated, CDC says

Cruising could restart in mid-summer in American waters, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said in a letter to the cruise industry

Florida lawmakers pass bill preempting Key West cruise limits

In a stunning turn of events, one day after a bill to reverse Key West's voter-approved cruise limits was declared 'dead,' Florida lawmakers found another way get the legislation through

Oceania Cruises Announces Summer 2021 Restart

Oceania Cruises has announced that it will be returning to cruising this August in Scandinavia and western Europe

These Group Trips Help Young Travelers Connect With Their Heritage

Six immersion programs are bringing young adults back to their motherlands, spanning places like Croatia and Taiwan

Japan may reopen international travel with ‘vaccine passports'

The government is planning to introduce Covid-19 vaccine certification system so that international travel could resume

9 Travel Alternatives for Sustainable Travel

To combat the travel industry's impact on the environment, here are nine sustainable travel alternatives to try as you plan your next trip post pandemic

Google is adding COVID-19-related information to searches for travel

As of Wednesday, Google has added tools to help people planning their first post-vaccination vacation get information about COVID-19 restrictions, as requirements still vary widely among domestic and international destinations

Vaccinated Americans are traveling to these vacation destinations

As travel restrictions continue to ease around the globe in response to coronavirus vaccination rates, Americans are looking forward to seeing the world

Travel to the Dominican Republic without a test or vaccine

The Caribbean nation is lifting travel restrictions for incoming visitors around COVID-19 PCR tests and quarantine

Joan of Arc Enters Orleans

For over 116 years, France and England were at war. The English House of Plantagenet and the French House of Valois both claimed the French throne based on lineage. In April of 1429, the French city of Orleans was under siege by the English. The battle was a stalemate. English forces were not strong enough to break through the city's wall, but supplies within Orleans were dangerously low

New US airline, Avelo, makes splashy launch today

It’s official. There’s a new airline in the U.S. Avelo Airlines — one of two start-ups launching this year — is set to commence commercial service on Wednesday, with a round-trip flight from

What Does It Take To Put A Plane Into Long Term Storage?

The last 12 months has seen a seismic shift in aircraft fleet management at airlines. With passenger demand down in most markets and not expected to recover for some time, airlines are searching for cost savings

All U.S. airlines will resume flights to Costa Rica

All U.S.-based airlines that served Costa Rica before the pandemic have resumed service to the Central American country or have plans to do so in the near future

Hotel rates on the rise as travel demand ticks up

Travel technology firm Koddi says hotel and resort rates, while still lower than a year ago, are slowly ticking back up along with demand

10 of the Oldest Luxury Hotels in the World You Must Visit

The world’s oldest luxury hotels still in operation not only offer many luxuries for guests they also leave residents amazed with their rich history and architecture

Oceania Cruises Announces Restart of Cruise Operations in August 2021

Oceania Cruises, the world's leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, announced that it will resume cruise operations with the 1,250-guest Marina in August

Norwegian Announces More Cruises Outside the U.S., Still Waiting on CDC Approval

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings has announced more cruises outside of the U.S. this summer on their three cruise lines as they await further discussions

Here’s What The UK’s Cruising Restart Plan Will Look Like

When the UK government announced that domestic travel could restart as of May 17 — including travel by cruise ship — the cruise industry reacted with glee

The Most Popular Summer Travel Destinations This Year, According to Flight Data

As Americans venture back out and flight deals persist, some clear hotspots are emerging for 2021 summer travel

Vaccinated US travelers will be able to visit Europe this summer, but their travel may be restricted

The European Union announced plans to open to fully vaccinated US travelers this summer, but restrictions may be made on a country-to-country basis

7 travel trends to expect this summer and how to beat the rush, according to experts

To date, 1 in 6 Americans have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19. And now that the CDC issued new guidelines recommending travel for vaccinated individuals, travel

Birthright Israel Trips Are Back - Here's How to Apply and What to Know

For more than two decades, Birthright Israel has brought young Jewish adults for an in-depth educational tour into their ancestors' homeland. But, like the rest of the world, the program had to shutter its doors in 2020 because of the coronavirus pandemic

The Ethics of Vaccinated Travel

Even if you are vaccinated and can travel internationally, should you? We posed the hard questions to ethicists and sustainable travel operators so we can take our next trips mindfully

Aloha Airlines Flight 243

On April 28, 1988, Aloha Airlines Flight 243 took off from Hilo International Airport at 1:25 PM for the short flight to Honolulu. On board were 90 passengers and five crew members. At approximately 1:48 PM, the aircraft reached its flight altitude of 24,000 feet when a section of the hull on the forward left side of the plane ruptured. The aircraft suffered an immediate and explosive decompression, ripping away a large section of the

Alaska Airlines reveals new airplane livery spotlighting diversity, education

Alaska Airlines unveiled its newest livery on Monday, focusing on DEI and education

American Airlines To Receive $3.3 Billion In Payroll Support

American Airlines and its wholly-owned regional subsidiaries will receive over $3.3 billion in payroll support under the third

Alaska Airlines Sees a Strong Rebound Ahead

The Seattle-based airline continued to lose money last quarter, but it could be earning record profits within a few years

Meet Yahya Jan, the architect building the world's tallest hotel, Dubai's Ciel Tower

The architect behind some of Dubai's most iconic buildings is working on one of his most ambitious creations, the Ciel Tower, which is set to become the world's tallest hotel

Reader Question: When should I transfer points to airline and hotel partners?

Find out how transferring points to airline and hotel partners can help you maximize your redemption value

Is a July 4 U.S. Cruise Restart Still Possible for the Industry?

Numerous cruise lines have targeted July 4 as the date they would like to see cruise operations restart from the U.S. But is that still possible

Disney Cruise Line Releases New Protocols for UK Sailings

This summer, Disney Cruise Line will resume sailing with a series of cruises from select UK homeports aboard Disney Magic; as expected, the line has put a slew of new requirements in place for passengers

See the First Photos of Adults-Only Cruise Line Virgin Voyages' Private Island Beach Club

See the First Photos of Adults-Only Cruise Line Virgin Voyages' Private Island Beach Club

Will The US Introduce An India Travel Ban?

With coronavirus surging in India, why hasn't the US added a travel ban against the country, when much lower risk countries do have bans

Greece Plans To Be Top Tourism Destination This Summer

Greece is set to be the top destination this summer as it plans to welcome back all international tourists in May and cruises in June

Grenada Will Reduce Quarantine Required for Fully Vaccinated Tourists Starting May 1

Starting May 1, vaccinated travelers to Grenada will only have to quarantine for 48 hours while waiting for their test results to come back from a PCR test administered upon arrival

EU expands on 'coordinated approach' to reopening to Americans

The European Union is seeking to resume 'transatlantic travel as soon as it is safe to do so' and is urging member nations to take a unified approach to opening borders to US citizens

Deadline for Real ID for air travel pushed back due to Covid pandemic

The deadline was supposed to be October 1 but due to the pandemic making it harder for motorists to go to their DMVs, the Department of Homeland Security is extending the date

The Death of Magellan

Fernao de Magalhaes, better known in English as Ferdinand Magellan, convinced the Spanish King to finance the quest for a western route to the Indonesian Islands. On September 20, 1519, Magellan set sail. It took him over a year of sailing the Atlantic and then southward along the coast of South America before he came upon the straights that now bear his name at the tip of the continent. They sailed for five months through the Pacific, so-named by his crew because

United Airlines resumes flights from Delhi to US

The announcement came after the airline suspended services to Delhi on April 23. United Airlines' spokesperson stated that the reason for the suspension of flights was because it was seeking clarity over COVID related travel requirements to India

Alaska Airlines bans state senator for 'continued refusal' to follow mask rules

Senator Lora Reinbold, a Republican of Eagle River, said she had not been notified of a ban and that she hoped to be on an Alaska Airlines flight in the near future

Booking Software Outage Affects 20 Airlines Including Fledgling Avelo

Orlando-based company Radixx announced that it experienced a malware attack, causing an outage of its booking software. The outage impacts low-cost airlines like Avelo Airlines, a startup airline in the U.S., scheduled to launch in the next week

Hotels, retail, restaurants: In pandemic, industries worry about finding summer workers

Hotels, restaurants and other businesses in tourist destinations are warning that hiring challenges during the coronavirus pandemic could force them to pare back operating hours or curtail services just as they’re eyeing a bounce-back summer

The 5 Best Hotel or Resort Pools on Oʻahu in 2021

When deciding what hotel or resort to stay at on your Hawai'i vacation, or even a staycation for locals, the bougie-ness of the pool is a factor of the

The Biggest Cruise Brands By Capacity This Summer

MSC Cruises may be the biggest cruise brand based on confirmed resumption plans (as of late April 2021) and ships and berths back in service by August 31

Passenger numbers to be limited as UK cruise sector returns

Cruise ships sailing in UK waters will be limited to 1,000 passengers when operations begin on or after May 17th. The rules also state Covid-19-secure guidance will continue to apply

Carnival Partnership Aims to Help Get Cruise Ships Back to Service

Carnival Corp contracts Bureau Veritas aiming to get cruise ships back to service across its brands with health and safety services

31 Iconic Filming Locations Around the World You Can Actually Visit

From Walter White's house to the beach from Lost, here's where to find some of Hollywood's most iconic filming locations

A quarter of Americans are now fully vaccinated: What that means for travel

One-fourth of Americans have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19, according to a Johns Hopkins University tracker

5 Wine Country Trips Better Than Napa

Been to Napa? Here are five alternatives across the U.S. for your next escape into America's greatest wine country

‘Ready to make up for lost time:’ Americans plan to splurge on travel this summer

Half of U.S. adults are likely to take at least one vacation this June through September, with more than 2 in 5 planning to spend over $1,000, according to a survey

Vaccinated Americans might be able to add Europe to their summer travel plans

Fully vaccinated Americans looking to travel this summer will be able to add the European Union to their list of potential destinations, Ursula von der Leyen, president of the European Commission, told

Thailand starts stricter COVID-19 shutdown, but experts say not enough

Thailand's government slapped restrictions on travel from India on Monday over concerns of imported coronavirus cases and closed more venues in Bangkok, even as it came under fire for not doing enough to contain a spike in infections

AmEx warns revenue growth hinges on recovery in travel spending

<p>American Express Co. is counting on customers getting back on the road and up in the skies

Tanzania comes into existence

Britain and Germany had long been the colonial powers in eastern Africa, and the nation of Tanganyika was no exception. But when British rule came to an end in 1961, Tanganyika peacefully moved into independence with Julius Nyerere as its President. Just offshore on the small island nation of of Zanzibar, however, a long-standing Arab dynasty

Delta orders 25 additional Airbus A321neo jetliners, options for 25 more

Delta increases its Airbus A321 order as the carrier prepares for a rebound in travel

United Airlines gets summer ready; to add over 480 flights to U.S. schedule

United Airlines (UAL.O) said on Friday it was adding more than 480 daily flights to its U.S. schedule in June to meet summer travel demand that is expected to rise as more people receive COVID-19 vaccines

Bill to reduce disease transmission on jets targets airworthiness standards

US lawmakers have proposed a union-backed bill that seeks to prevent the spread of disease within the commercial aviation sector, including by changing aircraft certification requirements

Greece is the word when it comes to the comeback of cruising this summer

Desperate to take a cruise in the coming months? Here's our advice: Get ready to get yourself to Greece

MSC Cruises' exclusive beach day at Taranto, Italy, to be first of more

Private beach awaits MSC Seaside passengers at Taranto, Italy. MSC Cruises expects to introduce more such experiences in Mediterranean this summer

A Look At When Norwegian Cruise Line Ships May Sail Next

Norwegian Cruise Line has outlined a restart plan for three ships sailing from Greece, Jamaica and the Dominican Republic, while its other vessels are

Forget Massages: This Luxe Hotel Loyalty Program Can Be Used to Help Offset Carbon Emissions

Guests will earn rewards worth as much as 4% of the money they spend at company hotels, such as 1 Hotel South Beach and Baccarat New York

The Standard Is Opening New Hotels Around the World - Starting With a Stunning Flagship in Bangkok's Coolest Skyscraper

Travel + Leisure spoke with Amar Lalvani, CEO of Standard International, about the rapid expansion of The Standard hotels, including its two newest locations, The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon and The Standard, Hua Hin, in Thailand

Puerto Rico Is Giving Away 2-week Trips so You Can Work From the Island and Enjoy Its Beaches, Mountains, and Rain Forest

Why work from home when you can work from Puerto Rico? Enter for a chance to win a two-week trip to the island

Next Stop, K-Pop: A Dizzying Tour of Seoul's Pop Music Scene

In an attempt to connect with his K-Pop-obsessed teenage daughter, writer Eric Weiner books two tickets to the land of BTS: Seoul, South Korea. Here’s what their trip was like

Travel to Sri Lanka: What it's like to visit now during the Covid pandemic

Sri Lanka is now open to international travelers. But with few visitors, those who go will find its most famous sites empty of tourists

Planning a trip? Last year's travel voucher could be about to expire

If you were issued a voucher or credit for canceled plans during the pandemic, remember to use them before it's too late

Founding of the Conch Republic

Drug smuggling and illegal immigration during the early 1980's found a home in southern Florida. The United States Border Patrol set up a roadblock and an inspection point in Key West to stop vehicles for searches. Both local citizens and tourists were greatly inconvenienced. Delays became so notorious that commercial airline traffic actually increased to the community to avoid the checkpoint. The Key West City Council complained

Beware pricey summer flights: Airlines pushing fares higher as travel rebounds

Airlines are pushing ticket prices higher as travel rebounds, with some saying fares are back to 2019 levels on peak dates

American Airlines loss narrows as travel demand picks up

American Airlines Group Inc (AAL.O) reported a smaller quarterly loss on Thursday as rising vaccination rates prompted more people to opt for air travel

Airline losses mount but the worst appears to be over

The red ink continued to flow at US airlines in the first quarter. But after a year of massive losses, airlines are showing signs that better times lie ahead

Royal Caribbean makes 'world's largest cruise ship' available for booking

Royal Caribbean International has opened bookings for the first voyages aboard its new ship, Wonder of the Seas, which will set sail in 2022

After a Year on Pause, Group Tours Are Back—And Already Selling Out

Group travel companies are restarting trips both here and abroad, with new health protocols and smaller group sizes in place

These 10 amazing hotels have incredible conservation projects

These 10 gorgeous hotels scattered around the globe are raising awareness about conservation through their own sustainability projects

Travel + Leisure Announces The 2021 It List Of Best New Hotels

Travel + Leisure announces its annual It List of the best new hotels of the year, spotlighting the 73 most remarkable new and newly redone properties around the globe

Seabourn plans fully vaccinated cruises from Barbados this summer

Seabourn is developing plans to start round-trip cruises from Barbados this summer, putting a second ship into operation along with its Greece-Cyprus program

Alaska joins Florida lawsuit against CDC over US cruise restrictions

Alaska will join Florida in taking legal action against the federal government and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to try to hasten the restart of cruising as the industry remains shut down in U.S. waters

Airline offers 'dark tourism' trip with flight above Chernobyl

If you've ever wanted to see the site of the world's worst nuclear disaster, you could get the chance to glimpse it from above

Experience Australia's Indigenous culture

There's something incredibly special about exploring Australia with a Traditional Custodian that every traveler should experience at least once

Six vaccinated medical experts reveal their summer travel plans

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention cleared vaccinated Americans to travel again, but some immunized travelers remain on the fence about making summer plans

LAX now offering COVID-19 tests with results ready in 1 hour

Travelers at Los Angeles International Airport can now get a COVID-19 PCR test with results guaranteed in less than hour, LAX officials announced Wednesday

Travelers, agents share how to avoid vacation disasters in the pandemic

As millions of Americans are getting the vaccine and want to head out on vacation, they're quickly learning that travel requirements are far more complicated than

Isle do | Best honeymoon destinations around the world

The earliest meaning of the term "honeymoon" supposedly stems from an old European custom in which newlyweds would consume great quantities of mead, a brew made from fermented honey and water

Why New Zealand is leaning into regenerative travel

The COVID-19 crisis has given New Zealand time to rethink the future of tourism. The country wants to move beyond being not just sustainable, but regenerative

The First Earth Day

On April 22 of each year, millions of people celebrate Earth Day, regarded by many to mark the birth of the modern environmental movement. Gaylord Nelson, a Democratic Senator from Wisconsin, was the principal founder of the first Earth Day. Senator Nelson hired a young environmental activist, Denis Hayes, as the

American Airlines to resume hiring pilots this fall as travel demand recovers

American said it will join United Airlines in resuming pilot hiring this year

Hawaiian Airlines to start nonstop service from Honolulu to Austin

Hawaiian Airlines will be starting direct service between Honolulu and Austin, Texas. The inaugural flight is scheduled to take off from Honolulu's airport at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, April 21

Japanese airlines are offering special scenic flights instead of international travel

These themed flights offer a taste of overseas destinations like Singapore and Taiwan without leaving Japan skies

Why the CDC's Silence Puts the U.S. Cruise Industry on Edge

The cruise industry remains on edge as the CDC remains relatively silent on letting cruises resume by the summer

You now can book a trip on the biggest cruise ship ever built

At 236,857 tons, Wonder of the Seas will be nearly 4% bigger than the current size leader in the cruise world, Royal Caribbean's 3-year-old Symphony of the Seas

Survey Shows Cheap Cruises No Longer Top Priority for Passengers

While a year or two ago would-be sailors were all about finding cheap cruises, that’s all changed thanks to the pandemic. According to at least one survey of past cruisers, their top priorities now concern

NYC's Luxury Hotels Are Starting to Reopen. Here Are 12 of Our Favorites

As restrictions evolve, more top hotels are welcoming back guests - though not with all their standard services and facilities

Seriously cool hotels around the world

Forget four walls and a bed. The world’s coolest hotels come in all shapes, sizes and strange locations, from guitar-shaped buildings and suites clinging to cliffs, to underwater rooms and floating resorts

Find out which countries are welcoming international tourists back

Most of the world has been shut off to tourists as coronavirus cases continue to spike. These are the destinations where leisure travel is still possible, albeit usually with some Covid-19 testing requirements

This Map Shows You Where You Can Sunbathe Nude Around the World

To help nude sunbathers, swimwear brand Pour Moi created a global guide showcasing where travelers can sunbathe topless or naked, without breaking the law

Top 10 Waterfalls To See This Summer In The Pacific Northwest

Here are the top 10 waterfalls located in the pacific northwest for your next outdoor excursion or hiking trip

Top 15 holiday destinations to visit in sunny Spain - as soon as we can

Whether it's a quick getaway laying on the warm sands of Tenerife or a weekend enjoying the incredible architecture in Seville, Spain has something for everyone

US urges Americans 'do not travel' to majority of countries amid 'unprecedented' risk

The State Department has updated its travel warnings to better reflect the advice from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, it said, meaning that as of Tuesday, approximately 80% of countries are now

Flyers can now book COVID-19 tests, be cleared to travel via United's app

United Airlines also plans to expand its offering to more U.S. cities and add international testing sites, as well

US travel and tourism sector lost $766 billion in 2020, WTTC report estimates

Annual Economic Impact Report said U.S. travel and tourism amassed a GDP of almost $1.9 trillion in 2019

Samuel Langhorne Clemens Dies

Born on November 30, 1835, Samuel Langhorne Clemens better known as Mark Twain, died on this day in 1910. Clemens was America's earliest and foremost humorist, satirist, lecturer, and writer. His novels The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn and The Adventures of Tom Sawyer are American classics. Clemens began his writing career as an apprentice to a printer while also contributing articles for his brother Orion's newspaper based in Nevada. After becoming a Mississippi riverboat pilot, Clemens left the South to join

The Travel Institute takes TRIPKITSM fully online

FRAMINGHAM, MA, April 12, 2021 – The Travel Institute announces the launch of its TRIPKITSM ONLINE introductory training course, immersing new travel agents in a 100% online, classroom-like learning experience that guides students start-to-finish in a best-practice, interactive, e-Learning environment. “Truly a game changer in new agent training, this update represents an anytime, anywhere turnkey solution that gives new and inexperienced agents the capabilities and confidence they need to hit the ground running,” remarked Diane Petras, CTIE, president at The Travel Institute. Packing the equivalent of one year of college into a 19-lesson, self-paced timeline, the course utilizes a new, online study syllabus to guide students as they tackle the substantial content in a seamless, natural order while

African Airlines Are Finding Ways to Restart Travel Amid Slow Vaccine Rollouts

Airlines are getting creative when it comes to rebuilding flier confidence on trips to and within Africa

Frontier Airlines Is Adding Two New Routes to St Maarten

St Maarten is set for a boost this summer with the addition of two new nonstop routes on Frontier Airlines, Caribbean Journal has learned

Travel + Leisure Announces the 2021 It List of Best New Hotels

Meredith Corporation's (NYSE: MDP) Travel + Leisure announces its annual It List of the best new hotels of the year, spotlighting the 73 most remarkable new and newly redone properties around the globe

Hotels With a Pool Day Pass You Can Use for Much-Needed Me Time

Reserve your chaise before it's too late-summer is upon us, so hit up these hotels with pool day pass programs, so you can beat the heat

15 IDEAL Nassau, Bahamas Hotels for Cruise Visitors

Find out the most ideal Nassau Bahamas Hotels for cruise visitors and those traveling to New Providence island for a vacation

Alaska is out, but the Caribbean is full speed ahead: What we know about cruising in 2021

More than a year after cruising came to a standstill as Covid gripped cabins, holidaymakers are seeing signs that cruises could be making a comeback

Another Cruise Line Adds Cruises From Greece

Another cruise line has announced that they will be offering cruises from Greece this summer with sailings starting at the end of May. Carnival's AIDA

Royal Caribbean CEO 'optimistic' cruises could resume by mid-summer

Royal Caribbean Group CEO Richard Fain expressed optimism Monday that cruise lines will be able to resume operations this summer, more than one year after the industry effectively shut down in the coronavirus pandemic

Greece opens its doors to Covid-free tourists

Greece has lifted quarantine requirements for vaccinated travelers and those testing negative for Covid-19 from key tourism markets, including Europe, the UK and the United States, in what officials called "baby steps" on the road back to normality

How the Rise of Experience Tourism is Changing Travel

How the rise of experience tourism is changing the way people travel in 2021

Alaska Will Give Tourists Free COVID-19 Vaccines This Summer

Alaska will offer free COVID-19 vaccines to tourists starting June 1, Gov. Mike Dunleavy announced Friday

Should you get travel insurance for vacations during COVID-19? Here's what to consider.

COVID-19 has changed the ground rules. Travel insurance designed for normal times may not cover all your family's risks in this pandemic

The trouble with maskless tourists

Authorities recently closed the Chichen Itza Maya ruin site in Mexico after police complained of tourists without masks, while police in Puerto Rico have handed out a number of fines for non-compliance. So why are so many tourists seemingly ignoring the rules around mask wearing

How to travel with unvaccinated children

Outreach Coordinator, Nathan Ryder, from Southern Seven Health Department says it's all about comfort when it comes to planning your vacation

The Mariel Boatlift

On April 20, 1980, Cuba's Fidel Castro unexpectedly announced that any Cuban desiring to emigrate to the U.S. could do so. At the port of Mariel west of Havana, boats were made available and 125,000 Cubans pointed their small craft northward to Miami. For weeks prior, political dissent had been running high in Havana. The embassies of several countries had been swamped with Cubans seeking political asylum from the weak Cuban economy. 1,700 boats filled with Cubans were now headed to

United Airlines Announces New Flights To Croatia, Iceland, & Greece

United Airlines announced a new long-haul international expansion to Europe. The carrier will add new flights to Croatia, Iceland, and Greece in time for the summer

Passengers sue United Airlines after engine catches fire after takeoff

Two passengers are suing a major airline for an experience one of their lawyers referred to as "terror" that "lasts a lifetime"

Spirit Airlines Just Launched Another Nonstop Route to Puerto Rico

Low-cost carrier Spirit Airlines has kicked off another new route to Puerto Rico, broadening the airline’s already-strong position

Another Setback for Resuming Cruises in the U.S.

There is another setback for resuming cruises in the U.S. as the Public Health Emergency has been extended

MSC Cruises announces new and updated summer itineraries

MSC Cruises has announced new and updated itineraries in the Mediterranean and across Europe for this summer

Hurtigruten To Donate 1% of Alaska Cruise Cost To Charity

Hurtigruten Expeditions has announced its plans to donate 1 percent of the total cost of each Alaskan cruise sold during Earth Week to Alaska Wilderness

Top 10 Luxury Hotels in Italy

Italy specialists, Luxo Italia, have traveled across the country to sample the best of the best and have compiled a list of the top ten luxury hotels in Italy. Whether you’re looking for an off-the-beaten-track gem or a sanctuary in a city center

Radisson Hotel Group debuts its fourth brand in Dubai with the opening of Radisson Hotel Dubai DAMAC Hills

Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce the debut of its fourth brand in the United Arab Emirates, the upscale Radisson, with the opening of Radisson Hotel Dubai DAMAC Hills

Why your first big trip should be to an island

With vaccines providing a clear roadmap for the return of international travel, islands are lining up to be the first destinations to welcome back tourists in 2021

The Swedish law of wanderlust

The Swedish constitution allows anyone to ski, cycle, skate, swim or camp almost anywhere in the country

9 of the best destinations in Europe for cheese lovers

Europe is well known for its love of cheese. Many of the most famous varieties in the world originate from the continent. From bustling cheese markets and fascinating museums to hands-on cheese-making workshops

Rental Car Prices Soar With Inventory Scarce

$500 a day for a standard rental car? Here's why a vehicle could be your primary travel expense if you're planning to rent this spring or summer, and what you can do instead

France Reopening For American Tourists Announces President

French President Emmanuel Macron revealed the country was working on a plan to allow vaccinated Americans to be able to visit this summer

Hotel brands that are the most LGBTQ+-friendly

LGBTQ+ travellers who are looking for a welcoming, inclusive experience will find it with one of these top LGBTQ+ friendly hotel brands

Tourist destinations prepare for the restart of travel

Holiday destinations across the world are thinking up innovative ways to appeal to tourists

Oklahoma City Bombing

On this day in 1995, the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City was destroyed by a car bomb. American militia movement sympathizer Timothy McVeigh parked a truck filled with volatile nitrate fertilizer in front of the building and detonated the contents. The explosion claimed

Airline executives cast doubt on European summer vacations with borders still closed

Airline executives say they don't expect a jump in European bookings this summer with borders still closed

Major U.S. Airlines Returning To Normal Passenger Boarding

Major U.S. airlines, Southwest, United, and JetBlue have resumed pre-pandemic boarding procedures as domestic travel increases

Southwest Airlines makes rewards points less valuable overnight

Southwest Rapid Rewards points requiring travelers to use around 6% more points when booking

Preferred Hotel Group launches Beyond Green brand

Part of the Preferred Hotel Group, the Beyond Green global brand has launched with a portfolio of 27 hotels, resorts and lodges which focus on Beyond Green

What to do if your hotel shuts down during - or right before - your stay

To say the hotel industry has been through a lot since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic would be an understatement

Discover These Dog-Friendly Travel Destinations Across America

From beaches in California to canyons in Nevada, hikes, dog parks, dog-friendly restaurants and more, here's where to take your furry friend on an adventure.

A 'perfect storm' is causing massive rental car shortages and prices are skyrocketing up to $700 per day in popular destinations

A rental car shortage is currently pummeling the US, and may only get worse as travel continues to increase across the country

This vacation hotspot is offering vaccinations to visitors

After becoming one of the first destinations to fully reopen to tourism, the Maldives is now rolling out a program to inoculate foreign arrivals who are checking into its upscale island resorts

Top 5 attractions in Bora Bora

Bora Bora island in French Polynesia is every traveller’s dream! With pristine white sandy beaches, turquoise waters, and an extinct volcano, the island is a paradise for honeymooners and luxury beach holiday seekers

These are the countries using digital health passports

The countries using digital health, or vaccine passports, around the world

Safe Travels Hawaii program surpasses 2.5 million travelers

Safe Travels Hawaii, the state’s traveler entry screening program, topped 2.5 million travelers this week, the six-month point in the reopening of Hawaii tourism — and appears headed for greater gains

Cruise line CEOs met with White House Covid team, pressed for U.S. sailings to resume, sources say

In a meeting with the White House’s Covid response team and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the CEOs of Carnival, Norwegian Cruise Line and Royal Caribbean made their case to replace the government’s phased-in approach

Cruise ships head back to Venice despite ban

The Italian government has voted to ban cruise ships from the Venice lagoon, but while authorities look at plans for a new terminal, 2021 will see ships back in the city

Cruise Line Adds New All-Inclusive Fares on Cruises

Holland America Line is adding new all-inclusive fares that will include drinks, shore excursions, specialty dining, and WiFi on cruises. Holland America

The Birth of Charlie Chaplin

The Academy Award-winning British comedy actor Charlie Chaplin was born on this day in 1889. Chaplin is one of the most notable actors and directors of cinema history. Even today his performances greatly influence Hollywood. Over a period of 65 years in the entertainment industry, he acted, directed, wrote, and produced films. His liberal political stance brought him into conflict with the militant right-wing politics of the McCarthy era, and Chaplin was accused of

Delta, American, United, and other major airlines signal rejection of new CDC guidance saying they should block middle seats

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention just reignited the debate on whether airlines should be blocking middle seats just as airlines thought it was settled

American Airlines ramps up domestic summer schedule to nearly pre-pandemic levels

American Airlines plans to grow its summer U.S. domestic capacity to more than 90% of 2019 levels

This Brand New Airline Is Celebrating Its Launch With $19 Flights on the West Coast

A brand new airline based in California has officially launched, and it's celebrating by offering a deep discount on airfare

CDC Meets with Cruise Industry, White House as Calls for Restart Grow

The struggle between the CDC and the cruise industry continues, with the CDC doubling down on its guidance as more vocal calls for it to lift its long-standing Conditional Sail Order grow

This major cruise line just announced plans to restart with more than half its fleet

It looks like the comeback of cruising is kicking into high gear. One of the world’s biggest cruise lines, MSC Cruises, announced on Thursday it would resume operations with more than half its fleet over the next three

Residents in Alaska Looking to Limit Cruise Line Activity

Some residents in Juneau, Alaska are moving against cruises and want to put a limit on cruise ships that could impact on local business

New Hyatt Regency hotel lined up for Uzbekistan

Hyatt Hotels Corporation has teamed up with the likes of Metric Ventures and Valor Hospitality Partners ahead of the planned opening of Hyatt Regency Bukhara in 2022

EDITION Opening 8 New Hotels By 2022

Marriott luxury brand EDITION plans to open eight new properties on three continents by 2022, nearly doubling the current portfolio

Israel to Welcome Vaccinated Travelers Starting May 23

The country will initially allow group tours in before eventually welcoming all individual tourists

Where to travel in a camper van

From the beautiful coastline of Scotland to the vast wilds of Canada, these destinations are perfect for exploring by camper van

5 helpful tips for gay travel

When you have a gay dating partner that you want to travel with, you need to understand that the world around you is going to be a little different than it would

Top 5 Beautiful U.S. Lakes To Visit This Summer

Everyone wants to spend time at the beach in the summertime. Many people associate beach vacations exclusively with the coast. But America’s lakes offer fantastic beachy vacations

The best of wine tourism within day-trip distance of London

While flights and borders are in a tricky state of limbo, why not treat yourself a wine-based holiday feeling without the need for quarantine

Will non-travel redemption options stick around on travel cards?

Here is what we think about the future of non-travel redemption options

What Is A Vaccine Passport, And Do You Need One To Travel?

One initiative getting a lot of attention is a vaccine passport. Some say it’s the ticket to post-pandemic normalcy; others say it’s a violation of privacy

African Cities, Known for Their Vibrant Cultures, Will Be the Next Big Travel Destinations

The continent where life began is so much more diverse than many Westerners understand. Naledi K. Khabo, one of its foremost advocates, explains how travelers are beginning to see these ancient lands anew

The Debut of Jackie Robinson

Jackie Robinson's debut on April 15, 1947 with the Brooklyn Dodgers ended professional baseball's color barrier. During the early years following his debut, Robinson endured abuse at the hands of baseball players and fans alike. The scope of his accomplishments, however, won over even the most hardened racists

United Airlines Will No Longer Board Planes From Back to Front

United Airlines recently announced that its flights will no longer board planes from back to front. Instead, the airline will resume its pre-pandemic boarding process

Airline miles will never expire, Hawaiian Airlines announces

Hawaiian Airlines has announced that customer miles will never expire, updating its frequent flyer program to better meet travelers’ needs

Crew Outnumber Passengers On The World's Longest Flight

Over the last year, empty aircraft have sadly become an all-too-common occurrence. Strict and changeable travel restrictions brought about by the ongoing coronavirus pandemic have caused passenger numbers

Las Vegas is set to come out of Covid-19 better than ever

New casino resorts, innovative restaurants, expanded convention space and one-of-a-kind cultural destinations characterize the latest iteration of Las Vegas, which continues to reinvent

9 Essential Tips For Train Travel In Europe

Here are tips to help you navigate trains in Europe. With just a bit of planning and know-how, you will be hopping on and off with

What to Expect When Flying This Summer

After more than a year of grounding flights in record numbers, it's official: Air travel is making a significant comeback

Senators push for reopening of international travel, lift of CDC's sailing ban for cruise lines

A new Senate subcomittee on travel and tourism held its first hearing on Tuesday, and called for the U.S. government to enact specific steps to kickstart U.S. tourism after

Tahiti and Bora Bora Will Welcome Tourists Again Starting May 1

Travelers can visit Tahiti, Bora Bora, and Moorea again starting May 1. The exact requirements for entry will be announced in the

Best New U.S. Mountain Biking Destinations

Mountain biking was already on the rise pre-pandemic, but COVID-19 has boosted the sport’s popularity to the point shops can’t stock bikes fast enough. With never-before riders turning dirt warriors seemingly overnight

Republican senators introduce legislation to overrule CDC, start cruising by July

A group of senators introduced the 'CRUISE Act' which would override the CDC's restrictions on the cruise industry and allow ships to sail

Update on cruise ships' assist efforts in St. Vincent volcano eruption

St. Vincent released two Carnival ships from standby even as Soufrière volcano continued erupting, while two other cruise ships remained in vicinity

Disney Cruise Line Makes Changes to UK Domestic Sailings

Disney Cruise Line has removed Tilbury and Newcastle UK staycation cruises from its website. What could be the reason

Malta will pay travelers to book hotel stays to make up for COVID-19 losses

This Mediterranean island is paying travelers to vacation. Malta, the island in the Mediterranean Sea just south of Sicily, will pay travelers who book a five-star hotel upwards of $100

What I wish I knew before staying in a hotel during the pandemic

When my husband and I went away for our anniversary, I didn't know what to expect

The Assassination of Abraham Lincoln

John Wilkes Booth was an angry man. The actor had been a Confederate during the civil war and viewed President Abraham Lincoln as an unconstitutional tyrant. He formulated a plan to kidnap the President and hold him as a ransom for the release of Confederate prisoners under guard by the federal government. After hearing a speech by Lincoln, however, Booth's plans turned to

Opinion: Despite big travel numbers, airlines aren't roaring back yet

Leisure air travel in the United States is on track to recover much more quickly than originally expected, thanks to the expedited distribution of vaccines, recent Covid-19 relief and economic stimulus legislation

Airlines could use new EU COVID pass this summer: official

Airlines could check new European Union COVID certificates before allowing onboard passengers going on summer holidays, a senior official said on Tuesday as the bloc seeks to restart

Boeing 737 Max Grounded by Over a Dozen Airlines Due to Electrical Issue

Over a dozen airlines have grounded their Boeing 737 MAX aircraft as the manufacturer reported an electrical issue last week

Will cruise lines with vaccine mandates be blocked from sailing from Florida?

In a press conference on Friday, the Florida governor suggested the state might fight efforts to impose COVID-19 vaccine mandates on cruise passengers

Alaska Governor threatens to sue US over cruise ship ban

Another state may sue the federal government in order to get cruise ships sailing again

Would You Use An App To Verify Your Vaccine Status? The Idea Is Here To Stay

From sporting arenas to colleges and cruise ships, many businesses are planning to ask customers to prove they've had their shots. Smartphone apps may be coming soon

New Seabourn Expedition Cruise Ship Arrives at Mariotti for Outfitting

Construction is proceeding on the next generation of cruise ships. Over the weekend, the hull of the

Top 5 U.S. Destinations From Books That Will Inspire You To Travel

Books have the ability to transport us to new worlds. From the comfort of home, we can travel the world. This has been an especially important part of reading since the beginning of the pandemic

How to decide when to take a family trip when your kids aren't yet vaccinated against COVID

Can families travel this summer? For those that may soon include COVID-vaccinated adults and not-yet-vaccinated kids, things can be extra confusing

Which COVID-19 Test Do You Need? Find out the Differences Between Them Before Your Next Trip

As testing for COVID-19 has become a regular part of everyday life, especially when it comes to traveling, making sure you get the correct test is of the utmost importance

Croatia Open For Tourism, Americans Welcome

Many (especially in the US) are excited to plan post-vaccination trips. While I know many people are hoping to travel to Europe, we have no reason to believe that the most popular tourist destinations in Europe will open

The 6 EU special territories to have on your travel radar

Millions of us take holidays in the European Union each year, with Paris, Milan and Barcelona among the top tourist destinations worldwide. While they are undoubtedly amazing cities, there are some equally dazzling destinations

From Paris to Bogota: How I'm using 17 expiring hotel free night certificates this year

Over the last year, my husband JT and I have canceled and rescheduled countless trips. As we’ve done so, hotel free night awards have piled up in our accounts. Luckily, most hotel loyalty programs have extended free night awards during the pandemic

The Birth of Thomas Jefferson

On this day in 1743, Thomas Jefferson was born in Albemarle County, Virginia. From a prominent Virginian family, Thomas received a classical education in history, literature, and languages. His father died when he was 14, and Jefferson inherited over 5,000 acres of Virginia farmland. Part of his inheritance also included

American Airlines' longest Hawaii flight just got a big schedule boost

The demand for Hawaii flights is seemingly at a pandemic-era high. Over the weekend, American Airlines extended the schedule for its Charlotte (CLT) to Honolulu (HNL) flight, giving flyers over three more months of daily, nonstop service on that route

Travel Ban Prompts Airlines To Halt Flights To Bangladesh

A travel ban has prompted airlines to cancel flights to Bangladesh. Some of the carriers impacted by the ban include Emirates, Etihad, flydubai, and Qatar Airways. Carriers from other nations will also be affected

Cruise lines poised for rebound even with no word yet when US sailings will resume

It appears travelers are once again eager to take a cruise — and investors may be ready to hop aboard with them

Royal Caribbean CEO Sees Signs 'That We Are Approaching The End' of Cruise Shutdown

oicing what many have been feeling for weeks, Royal Caribbean Cruises Limited’s chairman and CEO Richard D. Fain spoke frankly when addressing travel partners via video this week. “People are frustrated,”

These 7 Hotels Offer Fresh Views With Their New Rooftop Restaurants

From LA to London, these spots addressed pandemic restrictions by taking dining to new heights

Floating hotel concept creates its own electricity

This new concept from Turkish design team Hayri Atak Architectural Design Studio may just blow all the others floating hotels out of the water in terms of eco consciousness

Maui COVID-19 travel restrictions: What you need to know about requirements to visit this Hawaiian island

Keeping up with the ever-changing entry requirements for Hawaii hasn’t been easy during the pandemic. But that hasn’t deterred throngs of tourists from forging ahead with travel plans, especially to the island of Maui

25 Most Beautiful Beaches in the World

From the Bahamas to Thailand, here are 25 of the most beautiful beaches in the world

Travel restrictions — what countries you can visit this summer if you’re vaccinated

Travel restrictions are still in force due to Covid, but some countries are open to visitors. Here's where you can go

Hawaii details plans for COVID-19 vaccine 'passport' for travelers

Hawaii Gov. David Ige's emergency proclamation revealed plans to allow COVID-19-vaccinated travelers to bypass mandatory quarantine upon arriving

How TUI Cruises has safely managed operations during the pandemic

TUI Cruises has carried more than 84,000 passengers with just four COVID cases handled without disruption, CEO Wybcke Meier in Seatrade Cruise Virtual keynote

The Civil War Begins

The first shots of the civil war were fired on this day in 1861. Confederate batteries opened fire on the fort, located in Charleston harbor, South Carolina, for 34 straight hours. On April 13, Union forces

Airlines blast Britain's travel restart plan, Jet2 cancels holidays until June

British travel company Jet2 said it was cancelling holidays until late June, blaming uncertainty in UK government plans for restarting international travel, which were condemned by airlines.

American Airlines flight from Australia to Los Angeles canceled after crew member tests positive for COVID-19

American Airlines flight 72 was due to fly from Sydney, Australia, to Los Angeles on Friday before a flight crew member tested positive for COVID-19

2 new airlines await Americans looking to fly somewhere

Americans are travelling in the greatest numbers in more than a year, and soon they will have two new leisure-oriented airlines to consider for those trips

Miami's New Moxy South Beach Hotel Invites You to Come, Play and Stay

The Moxy Hotels brand is celebrated for breaking the rules. From start to finish, an experience at one of the brand’s ultracool, boundary-breaking destinations transports you to an otherworldly experience where nonconformity rules and creativity

US Hotel Industry Continues To Gain Ground Toward Recovery

Seventy-three U.S. hotel markets, 44% of the 166 U.S. markets, posted “peak” or “recovery” performance for the week of April 3 — the most since COVID-19 was declared a pandemic in March 2020, according to the latest weekly data from

Looking to Plan a Family Trip When the World Opens? Here, 7 Dream Destinations

For the first time in a year, I’ve been looking ahead—rather than fondly reminiscing—when it comes to travel. As vaccination rates continue to rise, so do our hopes for a family getaway

Robert E. Lee Surrenders

The end of the American Civil War was near as Sherman left Atlanta and marched his troops to Savannah in December of 1864. Although it briefly appeared that England might enter the war on the side of the South, those hopes began to fade. On April 1, 1865, the Union forced General Robert E. Lee to evacuate

Seven tips for sustainable travel

The COVID-19 pandemic could help to make tourism more sustainable, but for that to happen, each traveler has a role to play. Let us show you how your next holiday could be

Can We Take a Family Vacation If Our Kids Haven’t Received the COVID-19 Vaccine Yet?

In our latest Ethical Traveler advice column, we answer a question about traveling with kids before they receive the COVID-19 vaccine

Florida sues CDC to allow cruises to resume U.S. sailings, industry asks to be treated like airlines

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Thursday that the state will file a lawsuit against the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, demanding cruise ships be allowed to resume sailing immediately

Disney Cruise Line Cancels U.S. Sailings Through June

Disney Cruise Line has extended its pause of U.S. voyages through the end of June. "We are carefully reviewing the recently released guidance from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and working toward resuming operations

Cruise Radio News Briefs — April 9, 2021 [VIDEO]

With the support of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, Attorney General Ashley Moody announced Thursday morning that she had filed a lawsuit demanding that the Centers for Disease Control lift the Conditional Sailing Order

Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle to Reopen to Visitors This Summer

The Royal Collection Trust announced its plans to reopen Buckingham Palace, Windsor Castle, and the Palace of Holyroodhouse to the public this summer

'Only for the wealthy': Airlines slam UK foreign travel rules

Airlines have panned the UK government's plan to restart foreign travel, arguing that expensive mandatory coronavirus tests will make vacations and family visits unaffordable for everyone but the rich

Travel restrictions by country: Here's where Americans can visit this summer

You've got your COVID vaccine, and the CDC says it's OK to travel this summer, even internationally. But you're likely to find that your overseas options are limited by border restrictions in many countries

Post-pandemic travel: the trends we’ll see when the world opens up again

It’s been a while since the question “where should I travel to next?” has felt within reach. COVID-19 continues to affect travel by forcing governments to impose country-specific bans and restrictions

New budget airline Avelo will begin flying April 28

New budget carrier Avelo Airlines – one of two start-ups set to launch this year – plans to start flying April 28 with service from its base in Burbank, California, to 11 cities in the West. Fares will begin at $19 one way

As Americans start traveling again, airlines revive pilot hiring plans

A rare sighting in the aviation industry over the past year is becoming more common: help wanted signs. Several U.S. airlines have recently resumed hiring pilots or plan to this year

United Airlines Set To End Free Rebooking For 737 MAX Passengers

With a trouble-free return to United States’ skies for the 737 MAX, one United States-based airline is quietly dropping its special flight change and refund policy for passengers who find themselves booked to fly on a 737 MAX

Virgin Voyages moves cruise line debut to England, canceling sailings in US waters

Virgin Voyages is the latest cruise line moving sailings abroad as the timeline to resume cruising in U.S. waters remains unclear. "Virgin Voyages has been looking forward to sailing, and we're so excited to announce our plans to sail from the UK

Viking Announces Vaccination, Testing Requirements for Passengers Along With New Cruises to Bermuda, Iceland, UK

Viking will require all passengers to be vaccinated for its summer cruises, making it the latest cruise line to make the jab mandatory on board. The cruise line will open up summer sailings to Bermuda and Iceland in June

10 Pieces of Cruise Advice I Don't Agree With

Whether you're new to cruise and searching for insider advice or a seasoned traveler who's more keen to offer tips than seek them out, there are some that we think have run their course

Hotels with Outdoor Rooftop Pools to Chill at This Summer

Here are just a few of our favorite hotels with rooftop pools, from hip urban spots to remote areas with views of national parks

What Are US Hotels Doing Now To Ensure Guests Can Book With Peace of Mind?

If you’re like many people, travel involves booking a hotel room. Understandably, you might be a bit hesitant these days because you want to make sure you don’t lose money

This Colorado National Park Was Just Named One of the Best Places for Stargazing in the U.S.

Mesa Verde National Park in southwestern Colorado just became one of the world's newest International Dark Sky Parks

The 11 Best Places to Travel in May

From Machu Picchu to some of the hottest cities in the U.S., here are the best places to travel in May

Spot Polar Bears and The Northern Lights All In One Trip

Visit Churchill, Manitoba to see the northern lights, plus baby belugas and polar bears in the wild

VIP Tours Returning to Disneyland, What You Need To Know

The official Disneyland website announced that certain Disneyland Resort VIP tours will become available when the park opens on April 30, 2021

The women explorers who changed the travel world

They'd traveled hundreds and thousands of miles between them, but explorer Blair Niles and one-time spy Marguerite Harrison were disappointed to learn that they were deemed unsuitable to join the Explorers Club

Amid Record Pandemic Travel, What's Safe? And The Debate Over Vaccine Passports

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's mixed messaging on travel reveals the uncertain future of the pandemic, Dr. Monica Gandhi tells NPR. Gandhi is an infectious disease expert at the University of California San Francisco

Irish Government Bill 1886

The Irish Government Bill of 1886 was the British parliament's first substantial attempt to create home rule for Ireland. The law was far from a declaration of independence; Britain retained control over all matters of policing the territory, waging war, defense, foreign treaties, international trade, and the mint. The bill was introduced by

How Has The Pandemic Impacted Boutique Airlines?

Prior to the pandemic, boutique airlines were an up-and-coming part of the industry. From airlines like La Compagnie to Gulf Air, these niche airlines were quickly growing. However, the pandemic has halted growth in its tracks

The top 10 most searched-for international destinations for summer 2021

It’s official: we’re all desperate for a sunny jaunt abroad, but with international travel on standstill we’re still not certain when this will be. Earlier this week Boris Johnson confirmed that when foreign travel

Punta Cana Reports Higher Hotel Occupancy Than Cancun

For the first time since the pandemic began Punta Cana is reporting a higher hotel occupancy rate than Cancun

The 8 Most Beautiful Lodges in America's National Parks

One hundred years ago, America's national park lodges were some of the country's finest architectural treasures — grand records of the moment

How Tour Operators Are Adapting as Travel Restarts

As travel begins to slowly resume, travelers looking to book a tour should expect daily health screenings, a rise in domestic trips, and more

Cruise fans hit with another flurry of cruise cancellations

Carnival Cruise Line, Norwegian Cruise Line, Viking and Disney Cruise Line were among the lines canceling more sailings on Tuesday

CDC Hopeful of Cruises Restarting By Mid-Summer

As growing pressure mounts, the CDC says cruises could resume mid-summer but is this just false hope for the cruise industry

Viking adds Bermuda, Iceland and more UK cruises, all for vaccinated travelers

Viking will continue resuming limited operations sailings around Bermuda and Iceland for vaccinated passengers beginning in June

The Best and Worst Airlines for Cheap Flights

Everyone wants to find cheap flights so they can save more money on their vacation, but searching discount travel sites can be a hassle

Here’s Why the Rental Car Shortage Isn’t Going Away Anytime Soon

If you found yourself in a sunny destination in the States in the past month and tried to rent a car, odds are you were faced with sprawling lots devoid of cars or eye-watering rental prices

Thailand announces roadmap to reopen select destinations for vaccinated tourists

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has announced a three-stage roadmap to reopen six major tourist provinces – Phuket, Krabi, Phang Nga, Surat Thani (Ko Samui), Chon Buri (Pattaya), and Chiang Mai – to vaccinated foreign tourists

How Travel Has Helped Us Process Our Grief

In the past year, we've all dealt with various levels of grief, both personal and collective, centered around the pandemic. For many, it has also resurfaced familiar emotions and struggles experienced over previous losses of friends and family

Establishment of the World Health Organization

The World Health Organization (WHO) was established by the United Nations to act as an international coordinating authority on April 7, 1948. Headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, WHO succeeded the role of the Health Organization, its predecessor under the League of Nations. One of the original institutions founded by

UK airlines expect May 17 travel restart despite government caution

British Airways and Virgin Atlantic expect international travel from Britain to resume on May 17 despite the government warning it is too soon to say whether holidays can go ahead this year

Travel is back. Now, points and miles devaluations are (likely) coming

Travel took a huge downturn last year. With air travel dropping to as low as 5% of the normal volume and hotel occupancy under 25% by April 2020, travel

Your guide to avoiding Covid-19 while staying at a hotel

After a long year or more of sticking close to home, escaping to a stunning destination and a fancy hotel room may rank high on your to-do list

First Look at 'Toy Story' Hotel Debuting This Year!

In 2018, it was announced that a brand-new hotel would be coming to Tokyo Disney Resort themed around the ever-popular Pixar film — Toy Story. Now, three years later

Norwegian Cruise Line Sets Restart Plan With 3 Ships From Greece, Jamaica and Dominican Republic

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings today announced it will restart service this July with cruises from Jamaica, the Dominican Republic and Greece with the Norwegian Joy, Jade and Gem

Lindblad Expeditions resuming voyages in summer

Lindblad Expeditions is to resume cruise operations with sailings to Alaska and the Galapagos Islands in June. “Our internal team has spent the last year examining every single aspect of our operation

Carnival Cruise Line Removes June Cruises From Booking Engine

Carnival Cruise Line has removed all cruises in June from their booking engine but has yet to make an announcement regarding these sailings

On Mykonos, Greece’s Famed Party Island, ‘Everyone Is About to Explode’

The narrow, stone-paved alleys on the traditional village of Oia, in Santorini, are usually packed with tourists even this time of the year. The Greek island with the most famous sunset view

10 Beautiful U.S. Cities To Visit This Summer

This list of 10 beautiful and interesting cities in the U.S. to visit this summer will help you plan your next trip of 2021

The First Modern Olympics

The Games of the I Olympiad were held from April 6 to April 15, 1896 in Athens, Greece, the first Olympic Games in modern times. The first Olympics, or "I Olympiad" also established the International Olympic Committee. At a cost of approximately $500,000 USD, I Olympiad hosted a

Kauai Offering Discounts To Visitors Who Take COVID Test

Beginning April 5, it’s a little easier to travel to the Hawaiian island of Kauai. The island’s chamber of commerce now offers an enticing incentive for visitors willing to take a second COVID-19 test

Louvre Just Displayed Nearly Half A Million Of Its Pieces Online

A trip to the Louvre -- the world’s largest art museum and a historic monument as well -- is a bucket-list destination for any art lover. Now, thanks to a new initiative

Make your family's national park trip easier with nonstop flights, improved reservations, small group tours

It seems we’ve entered the golden age of national park travel. While national parks in the United States have always been among the best family vacation spots in the U.S. and especially popular after the 2016 centennial

Travel industry frustrated by lack of clarity on road map to reopening

Travel companies have expressed frustration after Boris Johnson held off from confirming a date for international travel to resume

New Zealand, Australia To Create 'Travel Bubble,' Resume Quarantine-Free Travel

The pandemic is under such control in the two countries that people will be able to travel between them for the first time without quarantining since March 2020

Delta cancels about 100 flights, opens some middle seats

Delta took steps to increase passenger capacity, including opening middle seats, in an effort to accommodate passengers

Italy Has A New Airline: EGO Airways Operates Maiden Flight

Although the airline company was founded almost two years ago, EGO Airways only operated its maiden flight just last week. On March 30th, the airline’s

Disney tourist arrested for refusing temperature check

A tourist was arrested on charges of trespassing at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida after allegedly bypassing a temperature check and then refusing to leave when asked by police

A Guide to Disney's Grand Californian Hotel and Spa

There are three main hotels on the Disneyland Resort property — the Disneyland Hotel, Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel, and, the largest of the three, Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa — that Guests can book when planning a Disneyland vacation

How AA, Delta and United are using tech to help you navigate the return to travel

Check-in lines can snake throughout the terminal, especially as agents and travelers learn to navigate entry requirements and more

England to offer everyone 2 free rapid coronavirus tests each week

Everyone in England will be able to receive two Covid tests for free every week as the U.K. government doubles down on its efforts to reopen the economy

Thailand has announced three-stage plans to welcome back vaccinated tourists with no quarantine

The three-stage reopening plans will allow international tourists with proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the country's leading tourists destinations without quarantine

5 Best Day Trips From Bordeaux

Mention Bordeaux, France, and right away thoughts race to verdant vineyards and bottles of Bordeaux wine

Virtual Tours Are Here to Stay Even While Mass Vaccination Is Underway

Virtual tours can still give communities the chance to show what they can offer, and provide organizations a way to work together and further social good

Trending Travel Destinations for MENA Travelers in the New Normal

A travel survey of thousands of travelers in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) revealed that 45 percent of them are planning to travel within the next month or less

Which places will require proof of a COVID-19 vaccine? And should they?

People have been getting the COVID-19 vaccine for a few months now. And some states, countries, even entertainment venues are letting those among us who have been vaccinated move about more freely — as long as they can prove

CDC issues next phase of guidance to cruise ship industry

The new technical instructions, the first update since October, include increasing from weekly to daily reporting frequency of Covid-19 cases and illnesses

Luxury Cruise Lines Projected 2022 Capacity

With the cruise market projected to bounce back to normal capacity levels in 2022, the luxury market will see more growth with just under 80 ships in service and over 30,000 dedicated luxury berths

Venice bans cruise ships from historic centre

The country's culture minister said on Wednesday that the decision came in response to a request from UN cultural body Unesco. Large ships will now have to dock at the city's industrial port until a permanent solution is found

Small Luxury Hotels Adds New Property in Jamaica

Small Luxury Hotels has added a new Caribbean property to its global portfolio, adding the Bluefields Bay Villas resort in Jamaica

Hotels are reaching the highest occupancy levels since the pandemic, Wyndham CEO says

The hotel industry just had the highest occupancy levels in the past two weeks since the start of the pandemic last March, Wyndham Hotels and Resorts CEO said

The First Presidential Veto

The word "veto" is Latin for "I forbid". The US Constitution provides that the President, as the head of the executive branch of government may veto a bill passed by the Congress. The first exercise of a the presidential veto power was on April 5, 1792 when George Washington vetoed a bill apportioning

Delta to Unblock Middle Seats; Snacks, Drinks Return

Delta has unveiled several customer experience changes for the coming months, as inflight service begins to return to normal after months of Covid-19 restrictions. From May 1 the carrier will open up middle seat travel in economy and premium economy on its aircraft again

Shopping for flights? Change fees and other pre-pandemic penalties are back or returning soon on cheapest tickets

With vacation travel rebounding, several airlines are reinstating ticket restrictions they lifted during the coronavirus pandemic

Why Most Airlines Don't Have A Row 13 On Their Planes

Have you ever looked at an aircraft seat map, or noticed the numbering when onboard, and realized that row 13 is missing? This practice is followed by several airlines worldwide

More US Hotels Performing at ‘Recovery’ Levels

U.S. hotel demand dipped slightly week to week in the latest data from CoStar Group’s hospitality analytics firm STR, but the hotel industry continued to perform at pandemic-era-high levels

Why infrequent travellers shouldn't book with hotel chains

Why OTAs like Hotels.com make sense for infrequent travellers seeking the best deal

12 travel destinations you could visit more easily if you're vaccinated

Many are wondering where they can go once vaccinated. A handful of countries around the world are making travel easier for fully vaccinated visitors

Delta Offering New Service To Iceland, Country Now Open To Vaccinated Americans

Iceland has become the first European nation to open its borders to all international travelers who have received the coronavirus vaccine

Travel industry starts to roar back to life

With vaccination rates rising by the day and summer on the way, a lot of people are anxious to plan their next getaways. NBC national correspondent Miguel Almaguer has more on what the travel industry hopes is a much-needed resurgence

Baja California whale-watching tours resume at half capacity

Mexico allows whale watching boat tours to start again in time for migration south of grey whales to mate and give birth

Venice will divert cruise ships from its historic city center

Unesco called for Venice to reconcile the challenge of preserving the lagoon with the economics of cruise activity

Report: CDC will issue new guidance for cruise ships "shortly"

Believe it or not, it looks like perhaps the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) may be giving cruise lines instructions on how to resume sailings

Cruise Ships Sailing April 2021 Update

More cruise ships have returned to operations for the month of April while more plan to start operations in a phased-in approach globally throughout April

Vaccine passports: How to prove you've gotten your COVID-19 shots for travel and avoid scams

Beth Marcus wants a vaccine passport. She's had both of her shots but can't prove it. Unless she can, she's afraid she may not be allowed to visit Europe. How do you get a vaccine passport

Top Trips for Women in France

Have wanderlust? Itching to travel? Here we recommend 12 of the best trips for women traveling together (or solo) to France

Coinage Act of 1792

An act establishing a mint, and regulating the Coins of the United States. That was the long title of a law passed by the United States Congress on April 2, 1792. The Coinage Act established the United States Mint and regulated the minting of legal coinage of the United States. The Coinage Act established the dollar as the official unit of currency in the United States, declared the dollar and minted coins to be

Delta to stop blocking middle seats on May 1

The carrier is the last U.S. airline to end the policy, which it first put in place in April 2020

United, Alaska Airlines CEOs note positive cash flow, booming travel demand

The CEOs of United and Alaska Airlines, speaking at different presentations on Wednesday, noted a major surge in travel demand

Spirit Airlines Expands Again With New Mexican Destination

Spirit Airlines announced on Wednesday that it was adding its third destination in Mexico. Revving up for the summer, the airline is betting that people want to fly and is adding flights to popular leisure destinations

Emerald Releases 2023 Itineraries on New Ship Azzurra

Emerald Cruises has unveiled the 2023 program for its new 100-guest ocean-going luxury super yacht, the Emerald Azzurra. According to a brochure, the yacht’s first voyages

Another Cruise Line Announces Vaccine Requirement for Cruises

Windstar Cruises, a cruise line with a fleet of six cruise ships, is the latest cruise line to announce that all passengers will be required to have a current Covid-19 vaccination in order to sail on one of their ships

You can book summer UK cruises on a ship with a sci-fi bar and robot bartender

MSC Cruises has opened bookings for its UK cruises this summer on its new ship complete with a sci-fi themed bar and robot bartender

Orbitz Is Encouraging LGBTQ+ Travelers to 'Travel As You Are'

As travel possibilities open up again after a year of people staying home, people are wondering about where they want to go for their next trip. And for people in the LGBTQ+ community, that comes with another set of considerations to think about

Exclusive: Marriott is crediting Bonvoy points to UK hotel quarantine guests

We originally thought Marriott would not credit guests with Bonvoy points for quarantine stays, but we can now reveal that they will and the amount earned is significant

CBD Products We Love for Better Sleep, Managing Travel Stress, and More

From bedtime tinctures to soothing salves, these CBD products keep us feeling good at home, and on the go

The 10 best road trips in Ireland

With epic coastlines, lush countryside, charming villages and buzzing cities, Ireland is a joy to explore. Here are the 10 best road trips in Ireland

Bali Plans July Tourism Reopening As Vaccine Rollout Speeds Up

The Indonesian government is speeding up its vaccination efforts in Bali in a bid to reopen to foreign travelers by July

Preparing Children for International Travel

Traveling with a child can be emotionally and educationally rewarding but challenging as well. Children are traveling from North America and Europe to most parts of the world, including Sub-Saharan Africa, Asia, and Central and South America

Traveling to Thailand during Covid-19: What you need to know before you go - KESQ

If you’re planning to travel to Thailand, here’s what you’ll need to know and expect if you want to visit during the Covid-19 pandemic. The basics Thailand has recorded 92 deaths and close to 29,000 cases of Covid-19 as of April 1. On April 1, Thailand reduced its mandatory quarantine-on-arrival period from 14 days (15

Apple Computer Is Founded

No, fooling. After much experimentation with prototypes, Apple Computer was formed by Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak on this day in 1976 to sell the Apple I personal computer kit. The first Apples were hand-built by Steve Wozniak in his parents' home. The computer did not come with a keyboard or monitor, but was only a "motherboard." Steve Jobs convinced a local computer store

Airlines for America pledge to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050

Industry trade organisation Airlines for America (A4A) has announced that its member airlines have pledged to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050

These Are the U.S. Airlines Most Likely to Lose or Damage Your Bags

A new report shows which airline is the best - and worst - at handling your luggage. Allegiant, Southwest, and Hawaiian top the list

Passengers Struggle With Airline Schedule Changes

If you have traveled within these past months, you may have experienced flight time changes. NBC 6 Responds looks into why this is happening and what you can do

Royal Caribbean Announces Summer 2021 UK Program, Free Cruises for Key Workers

Royal Caribbean International has confirmed a summer 2021 cruising season in the UK on the Anthem of the Seas. Select key workers will have an opportunity to

Windstar Cruises Will Require Covid-19 Vaccination to Sail

Until further notice, Windstar Cruises will require proof of a current COVID-19 vaccination for all guests sailing aboard Windstar’s yachts

Lindblad Expeditions to resume cruises in June

Small-ship cruise operator Lindblad Expeditions announced plans today to resume operations in June for the 2021 season in Alaska and Galápagos. Sven Lindblad, CEO of New York-based Lindblad Expeditions, reflected on the experiences of the past year

More vaccinated travelers mean pricier hotels, flights

Industry experts say the cost of travel is likely to slowly rebound from historic lows as more travelers receive COVID-19 vaccinations and book long-deferred trips

The Best Puerto Rico Hotels and Resorts for a Relaxing Getaway

From boutique hotels in the center of old San Juan to luxurious resorts on the beach, these are the best hotel and resorts in Puerto Rico

25 epic hotel bathrooms from around the world

With features ranging from open-air showers to an aquarium next to your bathtub, these bathrooms are so luxurious you may never want to check out

Motel 6: Americans spent 176 hours scrolling social media for travel inspiration

The average American spent 176 hours scrolling social media for travel inspiration throughout the past year, according to new research from Motel 6

Americans want to travel to these destinations on these airlines to escape the pandemic

Search data indicates the top destinations for pandemic weary Americans who are ready to hit the road, according to SimilarWeb

TPG’s picks for where to travel right now

Optimism. It’s a feeling that’s probably caked with cobwebs after a year of social distancing and lockdowns. But it’s time to dust it off! Right now, with more and more people in the U.S. and around the world being vaccinated, that boredom of another

The Eiffel Tower Is Inaugurated

Along with the Sphinx and the Great Pyramid, there may be no other man-made structure as instantly recognizable as the Eiffel Tower, inaugurated on this date in 1889. Owned by the city of Paris, the grand tower was built for the Universal Exhibition held that year in celebration of the French Revolution. The architect of the Eiffel Tower was Stephen Sauvestre and the contractor was Gustave Eiffel. The project was

Thailand Plans Quarantine-Free Entry for Vaccinated Tourists

The plan is set to begin in Phuket on July 1. If successful, it could be expanded to include destinations such as Samui Island, Krabi, Pattaya, and Chiang Mai in October

United just returned to JFK Airport after nearly 6 years and is rolling out one of its most luxurious aircraft to take on competitors

United Airlines is back at New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport and ready to make up for lost time after a six-year absence. Flight 520 from San Francisco touched down in a foggy New York City on Sunday afternoon, marking United's return to the city's largest airport since October 24, 2015

Upstart airline Norse to lease 9 Boeing Dreamliners from AerCap

Norse Atlantic Airways, a long-haul budget carrier recently formed in Norway, has agreed to lease nine Boeing Dreamliner jets from Irish lessor AerCap Holdings, the two companies said on Monday

American Airlines Says Travel Bookings Have Recovered to 90 Percent of Pre-Pandemic Levels

American Airlines lost $8.9 billion last year as the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic heavily impacted air travel

New hotels open in Milwaukee, Phoenix and more U.S. cities

Recent openings in the U.S. include the 30th avid hotel, an AC Hotel in Phoenix’s Arizona Center and more. Avid hotel Milwaukee West-Waukesha IHG

Choice Hotels Unveils Comfort Rise & Shine as Next Milestone

The brand flexes its midscale muscle in bringing new hospitality spaces based on client feedback

Small Ship Cruise Line Resuming Alaska Cruises in June

Lindblad Expeditions, a small ship expedition cruise line, has announced plans to resume cruises to Alaska and Galapagos in June. Key components of the

Florida may sue CDC over its cruise industry 'conditional sailing order'

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has a beef with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). He says if the CDC doesn’t lift its “conditional sailing order” on cruise ships soon, allowing them to resume sailing out of U.S. ports this summer

Celebrity Cruises Reveals Third New Homeport for the Summer

Celebrity Cruises will homeport the Celebrity Silhouette out of Southampton to sail UK domestic sailings from July

Travel to India during Covid-19: What you need to know before you go

If you're planning a trip to India, here's what you'll need to know and expect if you want to visit during the global coronavirus pandemic

How Popular Spring Break Destinations Are Faring During COVID-19

Usually, in March, college kids are gearing up for the storied trip of a lifetime: spring break! It’s a time of beaches, keggers, campfires and, in some cases, total mayhem

Americans itching to travel as TSA notches 18 days of 1 million-plus passenger screenings

The TSA's screened more than 1 million people for 18 days straight and ticket sales are up but the CDC worries that new COVID spikes will soon follow

Map: Where can Americans travel abroad?

NBC News is tracking travel restrictions for U.S. citizens in countries around the world

Travel agent in Hawaii charged with 47 felonies after allegedly scamming clients, never actually booking trips

This travel agent may have just booked herself a ticket to jail. Wendy Wong, who formerly ran the now-defunct House of Aloha Hawaii travel agency, has been charged with 47 felonies after allegedly taking her clients’ money and then canceling their trips at the last minute — without ever providing a refund

Seward's Folly

On this day in 1867, the U.S. Senate purchased the territory of Alaska from the Russian Empire for the sum of 2 cents per acre, or $7.2 million (approximately $110 million in 2009 dollars). Russia knew the territory as Alyeska, the "great land", an Aleut word. William H. Seward, the U.S. Secretary of State, negotiated the Alaskan

This Caribbean Island Is Offering a New Extended-stay Visa so Remote Workers Can Enjoy Its Waterfalls, Volcanoes, and Hot Springs

Several countries are making it easier for remote workers to become temporary residents - and the latest destination to hop on the trend is Dominica

'I can't believe this is happening': Travelers recount tales of getting stuck in Mexico after positive COVID-19 tests

A CDC order that went into effect requiring a negative COVID-19 test before flying to the U.S. has temporarily stranded some travelers in Mexico

U.S. Airlines That Are Extending Flight Credits

When the pandemic was in its earliest stages at the beginning of 2020, few predicted that we would still be suffering so badly from the knock-on effects more than a year later. That was certainly true of airlines

American Airlines restricts basic economy flexibility in move to new normal

It’s been about a year since the major U.S. airlines issued sweeping waivers for added flexibility when booking flights. Now, that added flexibility is being peeled back, as American Airlines will restore some restrictions for select basic economy tickets

'F--- This Place' - Southwest Pilot Launches Expletive-Filled Tirade Against 'Liberal' Bay Area On Hot Mic

A Southwest Airlines pilot departing Mineta San Jose International Airport has been caught on an open mic delivering an expletive-filled rant against the liberal Bay Area population

CDC rejects cruise company request to sail in July

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shot down calls from the cruise industry to allow business to restart in July, saying it would stick to its original plan of letting cruises resume in November

Weekly Cruise News: March 27, 2021

It has been just another busy week within the cruise industry with frustrations growing as ships remain on hold from the U.S. but hope in other countries as cruise lines find alternative solutions

Florida's DeSantis threatens lawsuit if CDC doesn't enable U.S. cruises to resume by summer

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) is threatening to sue the federal government if the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) doesn't allow cruises to restart by the summer

The Region That Inspired Some of England’s Greatest Writers Was Also an Early Tourist Attraction

Over the last two centuries, travelers—domestic and international alike—have been drawn to England’s Lake District. This mountainous region in the north of the country is known for its rugged landscape of its wilderness

As travel returns, some changes here to stay

For a time last year, occupancy at hotels across the Valley Isle hit zero, thousands of idled rental cars overflowed into the pastures behind Kahului Airport and air arrivals dropped nearly 98 percent when the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic rippled across the state

The 7 Best Hotels in the Catskills and Hudson Valley for a Spring Escape From NYC

After a long year, New Yorkers are looking for a safe escape. And there's perhaps no place more in demand this spring than the Catskills and Hudson Valley, where the snow is melting, the blooms are breaking, and the air is crisp. Social distancing? It's built right in

Surveying Begins on Cumberland Road

On March 29, 1803 Congress authorized the construction of Cumberland Road (known today as National Road) from what is present-day Wheeling, West Virginia to Cumberland, Maryland. Cumberland Road became one of the catalysts for westward expansion, the route making it possible for pioneers to move from the Eastern Seabord to the Western

Airlines expand schedules as passengers resume flying

Airlines are expanding their schedules and more passengers resume traveling. Chicago-based United Airlines announced a significant increase in domestic and international flights but it’s still a fraction of pre-pandemic service. The airline announced it will fly 58% of its domestic schedule and 46% of its international schedule this May

Frontier Airlines debuts aircraft with 30% lighter seats in bid to remain America's 'greenest' carrier

It's a plane smart move for the environment, according to Frontier Airlines. Less is apparently more at Frontier, as the low-cost carrier has proudly debuted lightweight passenger seats in the cabin of its new Airbus A320neo plane

How to use outstanding airline vouchers before they expire

Thousands of travelers are sitting on airline vouchers for trips that were canceled last year. Now, if you’re like the more than 1 million daily travelers taking to skies, it’s time to use them. After all, many are beginning to expire

Your eco-friendly hotel might not be so green after all

When it comes to making hotels and resorts eco-friendly, it can be hard to know which moves are setting up long-term sustainability and which ones are just trends that will disappear as soon as the next fad emerges

JetBlue wants travelers to book hotels, vacation homes and theme park tickets with the airline

JetBlue Airways is launching an online travel site where travelers can add hotels, car rentals and vacation homes after booking flights

REI Cuts International Adventures to Focus on U.S. Destinations

REI announced it will cancel all international trips after May 21, providing full refunds to travelers who have booked in advance

You don't need to quarantine after traveling if you're vaccinated, health experts say, but you should still take precautions

As more Americans are fully vaccinated, tourism is on the verge of a booming comeback. But is it necessary is to quarantine after your bucket-list vacation or visit to family if you're fully vaccinated

Traveling to South Africa during Covid-19: What you need to know before you go

If you're planning to travel to South Africa, here's what you'll need to know and expect if you want to visit during the Covid-19 pandemic

10 Summer Vacation Ideas In The U.S. For 2021

Check out this list of the top 10 destinations in the U.S. for 2021 to help you plan your next domestic vacation

What to pack for your first vacation after pandemic quarantine

Thinking of taking a trip? Experts say you should pack a few items you wouldn't have dreamed of bringing on a pre-pandemic getaway

Pressure on CDC Grows, As Cruise Lines Plan More International Restarts

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and cruise lines hoping to resume operations in North America. That was news to the cruise lines, who have been waiting for direction from the agency, under its Conditional Framework for Sailing order for the past six months. The three lines under

Carnival Cruise Line Gives Update on Cruises, Ships, and Vaccines

As several cruise lines announce that they are moving cruise ships away from U.S. ports this summer so they can resume sailings on a few cruise ships

Princess Cruises Releases Brand New All-Inclusive UK Summer Seacations

Now is the time to pack your bags and prepare for a summer of cruising around the British Isles with Princess Cruises

The Death of Richard the Lionheart

Richard I was king of England for ten years, starting in 1189. The king spent only five months of that time in his kingdom. In March 1199, Richard I was in France suppressing a revolt at the castle of Chalus-Chabrol. On the evening of March 25th, he walked around the perimeter of the castle without his armor. On the castle walls, a young soldier aimed an arrow at the king and loosed the projectile, hitting Richard in the shoulder. A surgeon botched the extraction and

Spirit Airlines flight diverted after passenger tried to open exit door

A Spirit Airlines flight was diverted to Denver on Wednesday after a passenger appeared to try to open an emergency exit door, officials said

Regional airline discouraged pilots from getting COVID vaccine because of increased passenger demand

American Airlines subsidiary Piedmont Airlines discouraged pilots from getting COVID vaccines last weekend "due to high demand" for flying, according to a memo obtained by CBS News

Southwest is serving drinks again, encouraging 'non-verbal' ordering

The shift could also go a long way when it comes to improving the travel experience after the pandemic as well

Cruise industry calls on CDC to lift 'outdated' restrictions, allow US cruising by July

The cruise industry is ready to sail. And it's calling out the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for what it views as unfair treatment more than a year after being shut down by the health authority in U.S. waters during the COVID-19 pandemic

Royal Caribbean just announced new 'fully vaccinated' cruises from Bermuda this summer

The seven-night cruise series aboard the Visions of the Seas ship will sail from June 26 through August

A View to the Future: Oceania Cruises' First Allura-Class Ship

Named to reflect the dawn of a new age in travel, Oceania Cruises’ latest ship, Vista, is set to elevate the line’s luxury offering. Oceania Cruises has been on an amazing voyage of discovery since it entered the luxury cruise market in 2002

Top 10 Asian Destinations From Movies That Will Inspire You To Travel

These films put Asian destinations on display. Check out this list of Asian destinations from movies that will inspire you to travel

Astrotourism: These resorts will have you seeing stars

Astrotourism is travel related to astronomy, whether it's a solar eclipse, meteor shower, rocket launch or even something more off-worldly

Famous museums around the world offering virtual tours

As an alternative, many museums and cultural institutions are now offering free virtual tours. Housing the richest and most extensive collections of artifacts and masterpieces

How the Seychelles is racing to become the world's safest destination

The Indian Ocean island destination is reopening to all visitors, apart from travelers from South Africa, with the hope of turning things around after seeing its revenues from tourism drop by 62% last year due to the pandemic

Mexico hopes for tourism rebound as more Americans vaccinate

Feeling he can now travel internationally without risking his life, recently-vaccinated American Brian Sheppard hopped on a plane to Mexico’s top beach resort a few days ago to attend the wedding of one of his best friends

New hotels spring up across the U.S.

Recent openings in the U.S. include two Florida hotels, an Autograph Collection hotel in Fort Worth, TX, and more. Hilton Aventura Miami Located in the openings

Hotels in Jamaica Where You Can Stay for Less than $200 Per Night

Negril may seem like just another Jamaican destination for big resorts and all-inclusive hotels, on par with Montego Bay and Ocho Rios

Concerns over coronavirus travel passport verification process

State officials are working on a travel passport that would allow fully vaccinated travelers to bypass testing and quarantine. Some officials say the authentication process is causing problems, however

The Best Countries for Sustainable Travel

Eco-tourism is on the rise as the travel industry faces a climate emergency. Here are 30 countries making strides in sustainable travel

Rapid COVID-19 tests work as well as quarantine for travel - research

Rapid antigen tests on arrival after travel can be just as effective as quarantining to stop imported cases of COVID-19, according to new research which the travel industry hopes will convince Britain to open up its borders this summer

The Slave Trade Act

The United Kingdom abolished the slave trade with The Slave Trade Act, an act of Parliament passed on 25 March 1807. The Act abolished the slave trade in the British Empire, but not slavery. The institution of slavery would fall 26 years later with the Slavery Abolition Act in 1833. Interestingly, Protestant evangelicals lead by the Quakers were the foremost abolitionists of the day, leading the fight to end slavery and the trade. The United Kingdom now felt at an economic disadvantage and began

So long, social distancing: Southwest Airlines resumes pre-pandemic boarding

Southwest Airlines, which does not assign seats, boarded passengers in groups of 10 during the pandemic. It is now boarding 30 passengers per group

Travelers Running Into Problems With Redeeming Airline Credits

The coronavirus pandemic caused travel plans to be canceled in 2020, but now rebooking in 2021 has also proved difficult for some

Canadian Airlines Betting on Travel Restart May 1

With the sunny destination flight ban expiring on April 30, Canadian airlines have started selling tickets for May, but will travel resume

American Cruise Lines surprises customers by rolling out last-minute COVID-19 vaccine requirement

American Cruise Lines surprised passengers booked on its initial river cruise sailings by mandating a COVID-19 vaccination

ASTA calls on Biden administration to lift cruise restrictions

American Society of Travel Advisors calls on Biden administration CDC to allow cruising to resume, citing rising COVID-19 vaccination rates

Silversea's 139-day world cruise sells out in one day

Luxury cruise line Silversea says it’s sold every spot on a five-month cruise around the world, set to sail around the Southern Hemisphere in 2023

Tanzania Private Safari Kilimanjaro Wildebeest Tours 2021 Travel Operator Launch

A newly updated private adventure safari has been launched in Tanzania, with optional extensions to Zanzibar, Kenya, Rwanda, Uganda, South Africa, and Victoria Falls. They offer day trips to Kilimanjaro National Park as an add on following a longer safari

Planning That First Big Trip Back Out There? Use a Travel Specialist

A skilled travel specialist can craft an unforgettable experience - and manage logistics under even the trickiest of circumstances

Experience Epic Views, Tribal Lands, Whitewater Rafting, and More on This Dream Trip to The Grand Canyon

One of the seven natural wonders of the world itself, the Grand Canyon is also home to some of the more varied terrain and scenery in the United States, making it well-suited for relaxing stays and challenging adventures alike. To experience the full scope of what the National Park has to offer

Croatia’s Katarina Line Announces 20% Off and Guaranteed Departures on all 2021 Cruises

With rising demand for travel worldwide, Katarina Line, Croatia’s premier small ship cruise company, is rewarding travelers who book this year with special offers of 20% off on all 2021 cruises. The company is also adding new ships and routes with guaranteed departures and inland guided tours especially designed to introduce clients to Croatia’s historic cities, sprawling national parks, and the stunning Dalmatian coast. Guests travel in spacious small ships with less than 36 people, avoiding the crowded decks of the large “cookie cutter” cruises

The Exxon Valdez Oil Spill

On March 24, 1989, Captain Joseph Hazelwood grounded his boat. Unfortunately, his boat was a 30,000 ton oil tanker filled with 53,094,510 gallons of oil, of which 10.8 million gallons spilled into Prince William Sound. The resulting oil spill ranks as one of the most disastrous environmental catastrophes of record. The short and long term results of the spill remain uncertain. Thousands of fish, birds (250,000 - 500,000) and mammals (1000+ sea otters alone) died within weeks of exposure to the oil or immediate secondary effects. Thousands of jobs dependent on the fishing and wildlife industry were

Summer travel is selling out in some places — see what’s already booked and where

Fueled by Covid vaccines, flexible cancellation policies and people yearning to break free from home, the summer travel season is already booming for some parts of the travel industry

6 Destinations Everyone Is Visiting After Getting A COVID Vaccine

Each day, more and more people are becoming vaccinated against COVID-19, offering a glimmer of hope that some sense of normalcy will return by summer 2021. In fact, the reality will likely come sooner than we think

Greenland Is Approaching Tourism Slowly—And Taking Lessons from Iceland

As the changing climate alters livelihoods in Greenland, the territory needs travelers more than ever. Greenland tourism is preparing to welcome them

Hilton Hotels & Resorts Returns to Melbourne

Hilton, one of the fastest-growing hospitality companies in the world, today announced the opening of the 244-room Hilton Melbourne Little Queen Street. The hotel's location on the corner of Little Queen and Bourke Streets, provides easy access to the city's recreational and cultural attractions

6 Most Luxurious Ski Hotels In Europe

Dreaming of vacations again? These European ski hotels are the best of the best and waiting for you to hit their slopes

TUI to shut 48 more shops in UK as travel crisis deepens

Holiday company TUI said it would shut 48 retail stores across Britain, adding to the 166 it has already closed there during the pandemic

Why I feel cruising is one of the safest forms of travel right now

The Points Guy cruise writer Gene Sloan this week is on board one of the first cruise vessels to restart operations in the U.S.

Travel industry urges Biden to set health passport standards, plan to lift international travel bans

Airlines and travel groups urge Biden administration to come up with a plan to lift international travel restrictions

United Airlines boosts 4 Hawaii routes, including newest flagships

United is increasing service on its two newest Hawaii long-haul routes months before they start. Plus, the carrier is boost existing flights from Denver to the Aloha State

Airline checked bag fees can eat into your travel budget — here's how to avoid them with the right credit cards

Nobody likes paying checked bag fees. Originally introduced in 2008 during the height of the recession, they quickly became standard procedure and have stuck around since

Sweden plans climate-adjusted airline take-off and landing fees

Sweden plans to rejig take-off and landing fees for aircraft so that they correspond to the amount of greenhouse gas emissions from different types of plane and fuel, the government said on Monday

In February, Hawaii hotels reported highest occupancy rate since pandemic began

Data released by the Hawaii Tourism Authority on Monday reveals that hotels throughout the state were 30.5% occupied last month, the highest occupancy rate since the pandemic began last year

What Are The Best Luxury Hotel Brands?

What are the world's best luxury hotel brands? Here are my top picks ranked, with an explanation of why I like each chain

Cruise Line Has Overwhelming Number of Bookings for Cruises This Summer

Last week, Carnival's P&O Cruises announced that they were restarting sailings this summer on two cruise ships. The cruise line said that they have

Costa Cruises delays restart to May

Costa Cruises moved back its restart to May in light of travel restrictions still in place in Italy and other countries

Alaska cruise cancellations pile up even as lines plan return to North America this summer

Though large cruise lines will resume sailing in other jurisdictions, it appears unlikely they will in Alaska

3 ways to see Alaska in 2021: By small ship, land tours and on points

This spring and summer, you can head to Alaska for a small ship cruise, an escorted or independent land tour or you can use your points to visit Anchorage, Fairbanks or Juneau. Here are the details

9 Travelers on the Trips That Shaped Their Lives

These heritage-inspired travels, from a visit to an ancestral home in Uttar Pradesh to a layover in Sao Paolo, were life-changing trips

Cancun, Punta Cana Seeing Growing Summer Travel Demand

Cancun and Punta Cana are seeing strong demand for summer travel, according to a new report from CheapOair

10 Magical Things You Didn’t Know You Could Do at Your Disney Wedding

From inviting Mickey and Minnie to your reception to taking over Magic Kingdom, here are some extra-special things you can do at your Disney World wedding

Ranked: 10 of the most beautiful islands in the UK

Need a little future travel inspiration? The most beautiful islands in the UK have been uncovered in new research, with the Isle of Wight scooping the top spot

The best honeymoon destinations for dreaming about now

Whether you're a 2021 bride or are looking forward to the future, the best honeymoon destinations are something you want to have good knowledge of. Here are our pick of the best locations to have on your radar

Give Me Liberty, Or Give Me Death!

On March 23, 1775, Patrick Henry stood in front of a crowd gathered at St. John's Church in Richmond, Virginia. Powerful forces in Virginia, where loyalty to the British crown remained, were resisting the call to arms on behalf of the American revolution. Patrick Henry, known for his rhetorical skill, was determined to convince the Virginia House of Burgesses to pass a resolution delivering the Virginia troops. Many in the crowd were urging peace. However, Patrick Henry's speech ended with the famous words "Give me liberty or give me death!" upon which the crowd responded "To arms! To arms!"

WINDSTAR CRUISES JOINS USTOA

NEW YORK – March 18, 2021 - Terry Dale, president and CEO of United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA), announced today that Windstar Cruises has joined USTOA as its newest Active Member. This brings the current total to 49 Active Members representing 143 brands. “Windstar Cruises is known for immersive experiences, destination authenticity, and exceptional service,” added Dale. “These types of attributes are highly valued by today’s traveler and are at the core of what USTOA tour operator members aim to deliver. We are delighted to welcome this award-winning small ship cruise

A Look At Some Of American Airlines' Special Liveries

American Airlines has several aircraft painted in special liveries. Airlines tend to paint aircraft in special liveries for various reasons, as will be evidenced by the wide array of American’s special livery fleet

More than 1 million passengers have flown from US airports for 10 straight days

Spring break is here and people suffering from a year of cabin fever are throwing caution to the wind. Saturday marked the 10th straight day on which more than 1

7 New Treehouse Hotels to Add to Your Travel Wishlist

Book your next stay at a treehouse hotel, where you can sleep among the stars and have canopy-topping views

Social media influencer exposes 5-star hotels for compromising guest privacy

At least two five-star hotels in Shanghai have been exposed for compromising guests' privacy following an undercover investigation by a Chinese influencer on Sina Weibo on Monday

Top 10 Up and Coming U.S. Destinations For Summer 2021

Airbnb has found new trends in domestic travel revealing the top searched destinations among travelers planning for spring and summer seasons

Will you need a 'vaccine passport' to travel? Here's what they are and how they might work

The travel industry is in favor of standardized vaccine documentation. But who will be in charge of issuing them? And where will they be accepted

How to Travel in Luxury without Breaking the Bank

If you have champagne tastes but a tap beer budget, you may be wondering if there will ever be a way to go on a luxury vacation without going bankrupt. The answer is a resounding yes

Africa's most incredible hiking trails

Here are some of the Africa's incredible hiking trails that guarantee sights that you'd otherwise not get to witness anywhere. More on Times Travel

Think countries are opening up now there's a vaccine? Think again

Aren't travellers supposed to be heaving a sigh of relief right now? COVID-19 vaccines rolling out, ads for bargain-priced overseas getaways on the rise, half-price airfares for interstate regional travel

Enjoy Intimate Tailored Shore Excursions in Pure Grenada

Pure Grenada, the Spice of the Caribbean is getting ready to welcome cruise visitors in the Winter season with curated, intimate shore excursions

Here Are the Cruise Lines Returning To Service in the UK

A number of cruise lines have quickly added cruise programs this summer from UK ports, following the government's decision to allow domestic travel

New around-the-world cruises will mirror trips the historic Cunard Line did a century ago

The storied Cunard Line will celebrate 100 years of operating around-the-world voyages in 2023

7 Best Day Trips From Mykonos, Greece

From traditional countryside villages, organic farms, and vineyards to a mythically significant Greek island, these are the best day trips from Mykonos

The Jamestown Massacre

On this day in 1622, Indians of the Powhatan Confederacy executed a coordinated, surprise attack on the settlement of Jamestown, Virginia and the surrounding settlements, killing 347 English settlers, almost a third of the colony's population. The English had earlier killed many Indians who had earlier been trading partners with the Europeans and only the most uneasy of truces ever existed between the two peoples. It took many months for the English colony to regain its balance from the attacks. However

United Airlines Prides Air Filtration System As Travelers Grow Comfortable With Flying Again

New air is brought into the United Airlines plane 20-to-30 times per hour. That means every two-to-three minutes the plane has cycled out old air, intaking and warming new clean air for the passengers

Man Arrested for Allegedly Biting Fellow Passenger's Ear Off On United Airlines Flight to Miami

A man has been arrested on suspicion of allegedly biting the ear off a fellow passenger onboard a United Airlines flight to Miami. John Yurkovich, 45, is currently being held on a bond of $50,000

Air travel is finally higher than a year ago — but it's still far below normal

The US airline industry hit a dubious milestone this week: For the first time since the pandemic began, air travel is up from a year ago

Jet Airways' ex-CEO Is Reportedly Looking To Start Another Airline

New reports suggest that the former CEO of Jet Airways and GoAir, Vinay Dube, is considering starting a new carrier

7 best art hotels in Japan

Make your stay in Japan extra special: these unique hotels blur the line between galleries and accommodation

This LA Hotel Was a Safe-haven for Female Solo Travelers in the 1920s — and It Still Carries on That Legacy Today

Advertised as "an ideal stopping point for ladies unattended," Hotel Figueroa originally opened in 1926 as a safe haven for solo female travelers. White it's difficult to imagine today, women were prohibited from checking into most hotels without a male chaperone

Top 5 Hotels In Iceland For 2021

Iceland is reopening to vaccinated tourists. Here's a list of the top 5 hotels in Iceland for your 2021 vacation

Disney to offer summer cruises from Miami -- a first for the line

Disney Cruise Line will operate summer sailings out of Miami next year for the first time ever. Disney’s cruising arm on Thursday said its 2,500-passenger Disney Dream would sail a series of three- and four-night summer voyages to the Bahamas

The demand for a spot aboard a cruise ship is expected to outweigh supply, according to UBS analysts

Cruise demand is poised to rise significantly in the next year due to vaccine availability and people not having traveled for leisure, UBS writes

Whale Sightings and Hikes on a Road Trip Along Oregon's Wild Rivers Coast

For your next Oregon road trip, throw back craft beers, hike along the rocky coastline, and mountain bike with ocean views on the Wild Rivers Coast

Editor's Letter: Keeping it Real

As we were going to press I did some checking around to see how everyone was doing and the news was heartening. Several travel advisors were reporting their best week since COVID struck

7 lesser-known destinations to consider when it's safe to travel again

Travelers are bypassing big cities in favor of smaller destinations that attract fewer tourists and provide plenty of outdoor fun

Closed borders, travel bans and halted immigration: 5 ways COVID-19 changed how – and where – people move around the world

Trips canceled: 2.93 billion. International border closures: 1,299. Lives interrupted: Countless. After the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a pandemic, most countries in the world closed their borders

This country has just been named the happiest in the world

Iceland, Denmark, Switzerland, and the Netherlands are all in the top five happiest countries according to data compiled by Gallup World Poll. Find out which Nordic country came out on top

Hawaiian island of Kauai prepares to cautiously rejoin statewide testing program April 5

Kauai officials say that by not participating in the statewide testing program, the island time to protect itself. It has only 218 cases of COVID-19

The Death of Robert de LaSalle

The French explorer Robert de LaSalle explored the Great Lakes region of the United States and Canada, the Mississippi River, and the Gulf of Mexico. He claimed the entire Mississippi basin for France, naming it "La Louisiane" in honor of Louis XIV. On his last journey, he set sail from France with four ships and 300 colonists. From the outset, however, the expedition was beset with problems. One ship was lost to pirates in the Caribbean

Our New and Unique Journey in the Middle East

March 18, 2021 - Keene, New Hampshire - Responding both to the resumption in booking activity and an increased interest in travel to Egypt and beyond, Alexander + Roberts announces a new 19-day journey, Grand Capitals of the Middle East with an inaugural departure in October, 2021. The 74-year-old company has operated in the region since the 1960's and knows it well. Company president, Scott Avera, points out that since 'growth had occurred in all five destinations featured in this epic journey over the past several years, we decided to craft a program that comfortably combines them all. The new Abraham Accords between Israel and the United Arab Emirates clinched the deal when a new non-stop between Jerusalem and Abu Dhabi was

JetBlue, Singapore Airlines Start Health Passport Trials

Two digital health pass platforms are getting new trials this week, as JetBlue has begun using the CommonPass platform on flights to Aruba and Singapore Airlines kicks of a trial program with Travel Pass

American Airlines tests biometric boarding process

The airline is testing biometric boarding at Dallas/Fort-Worth International Airport for some international flights

FAA: Airlines have reported more than 500 unruly passengers

Airlines have reported more than 500 cases involving unruly passengers since late December, and most started with passengers who refused to wear a face mask, federal officials

Border openings and vaccine passes are essential for hotel recovery, says CEO of luxury hotel group

Easing border restrictions, introducing vaccine passes will be essential to help revive the hard-hit hotel industry, says CEO of Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels

Disneyland Resort Hotels to Begin Phased Reopening

With the news that Disneyland Resort will finally be officially reopening on April 30, 2021, came more exciting information — Guests will finally be able to stay at one of the California Resort’s three onsite hotels again, as well

The Last Templar Grand Master

On this day the Inquisition burned Jacques de Molay at the stake, the 23rd and last official Grand Master of the Knights Templar. The Templars were the warrior monks of the Crusades. The Roman Church provided the Knights Templar with enormous power, and they were subject to no authority other than the Pope. The Order became extremely wealthy, and in many places in Europe, began to act as bankers. It was this position and power that lead to their downfall. Phillip IV of France was financially indebted to the Templars. On Friday, October 13, 1307 (the origin of the bad luck associated with

The Most Instagrammable Hotel in the World 2021: Round 1

March is here yet again and that can only mean one thing—Luxury Travel Advisor is searching for The Most Instagrammable Hotel in the World. Inspired by the NCAA's March Madness, this bracket-style competition pits 64 hotels from around the world against each other

Regent adds more Barbados cruises in early 2022

Regent Seven Seas Cruises relaunched Seven Seas Navigator’s early 2022 Caribbean season with more Southern Caribbean choices

Royal Caribbean is about to sail from a new West Coast home port for the first time in years

In a big development for West Coast cruising, Royal Caribbean on Wednesday announced plans to base a ship in Los Angeles — something it hasn’t done in a decade

Review: HBO's 'The Last Cruise' paints intimate picture of COVID-19 outbreak on Diamond Princess cruise ship

As someone who spent most of the past year covering the cruise industry and its trials amid the COVID-19 pandemic, I took a particular interest in "The Last Cruise," one of the first documentaries to be released about the Diamond Princess cruise ship

Three Destinations Leading the Charge for Sustainable Tourism

The destinations honored in this year’s Global Vision Awards are taking measures to protect their land and communities for generations of visitors (and residents) to come

Best destinations open to vaccinated travellers in summer 2021

Just when we thought the COVID-19 crisis would last forever, the vaccines arrived and suddenly there was hope that we may all be able to travel again soon. But where will vaccinated passengers be welcome? And how? The European Parliament is currently working on a Digital Green Certificate which will allow vaccinated

Travel agencies seeing uptick in locals traveling to Las Vegas, other West Coast cities

Air travel is taking off again one year into the pandemic. Local travel agencies say they are starting to see an uptick of residents booking trips again, despite the Centers for Disease Control advising against non-essential trips

5 Different Travel Personas Every Hotelier Interacts With

Creating the right marketing strategy for your hotel has become a meticulous task. Guest experience is becoming more personalized and customized, especially post-COVID. Even the slightest mistake can lead to a potential marketing disaster

7 family-friendly destinations across the US for a safe, last-minute spring break trip — plus the best rentals for each

We found family-friendly spring break destinations across the US that make social distancing easy, plus chose top Airbnbs for families for each

3 Travel Experiences That Will Change the Way You Think About Tourism

These Global Vision Awards honorees are re-envisioning what tourism looks like, and what it’s for — making travel more accessible, and more meaningful, for us all

Could Airlines Face A Pilot Shortage Post COVID-19?

It was just over a year ago when airlines globally were struggling to fill their pilot shortages. COVID-19 has upturned that reality, forcing airlines to furlough or dismiss thousands of pilots. But what will happen once airlines make a substantial recovery

The airlines with the best award availability

Many airlines allow you to redeem miles for flights with no blackout dates. This means that if there’s a seat available for sale, then you’ll be able to book it with miles. The problem is, you’ll sometimes need to pay a hefty premium for this luxury

Airline removes boy, 4, with autism for not wearing Covid mask

A four-year-old boy with autism was removed from a flight in the US after the airline refused to recognise his disability and insisted he should wear a face mask, his mother said

Marriott's Collection Brands to Add Nearly 70 Hotels in 2021

Marriott International plans to add nearly 70 properties in 2021 to its Autograph Collection, Tribute Portfolio and Luxury Collection hotel brands, the company announced

Best Luxury Hotels In The UK

If you are planning a staycation or visiting from abroad there is so much choice when it comes to luxury hotels in the UK. Stunning Scottish castles, old world cottages of Wales, Baronial estates in Ireland and landmark luxury in England are just some of the five-star properties to feature in our collection

P&O launches UK 'cruises to nowhere' for vaccinated passengers

British cruise line P&O Cruises has announced it is to offer "cruises to nowhere" for vaccinated British travelers this summer

The 2 leaders in Alaska cruising just gave up on sailing there until at least July

Major cruise lines traditionally bring more than 1 million vacationers to Alaska, accounting for the greatest percentage of Alaska visitors

Oceania Cruises Announces New Cruise Ship Vista

Oceania Cruises has announced the name of their first of two new 1,200 passenger cruise ships. Vista, the cruise line’s seventh cruise ship, will debut in 2023 and will be followed by a sister ship two years later

How Experts Plan Luxury Trips With Black Travelers in Mind

A new MMGY Travel Intelligence report recently announced that Black travelers in the U.S. spent $109.4 billion in 2019, accounting for 13.1 percent of the U.S. leisure travel market. It’s a sign of the ever-growing Black travel movement, supported and spurred on by online communities, professional travel organizations, increased accessibility, and more

13 of India's best islands

India is gigantic -- there are 28 states, with cultural and linguistic divergences between them. You can easily spend a few weeks (or months) exploring the popular Golden Triangle circuit that covers Delhi, the Taj Mahal in Agra, and Jaipur in the Rajasthan desert

Private Travel Is Much More Accessible Than You Think

One of the best things about travel is getting to experience new things: new environments, new adventures, new people. But over the past year, we’ve had to minimize exposure to the unfamiliar

Hawaii sees busiest travel days since start of pandemic as spring break kicks off

More tourists traveled to Hawaii on Saturday than the state has seen in a single day since the start of the coronavirus pandemic

Adults get the vaccine. Kids have to wait. So when can families travel safely?

More than a year into the pandemic, many families who have been stuck at home are itching to go on a vacation. But don’t pack your bags quite yet, experts say

This is why Canada is one of the world’s most LGBT-friendly destinations

In 2020, Canada topped the Spartacus magazine Gay Travel Index, with the outlet naming it as its top queer-friendly destination. The Gay Travel Index, published every year since 2012, ranks countries based on the degree to which they champion LGBT+ rights

St. Patrick's Day

On March 17, according to tradition St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, died. Some sources record the year as 493, others say 461. Patrick was born in Roman Britain. Irish raiders captured him when he was sixteen and he was taken as a slave to Ireland. He lived there for six years before he escaped and returned by ship to his family. Like his father and grandfather, Patrick entered

COVID Travel: 7 Domestic Airlines Reveal Their Voucher, Ticket Expiration Deadlines

NBC 5 Responds reached out to the biggest domestic airline carriers about their voucher and travel deadlines. Each responded with extended voucher and travel

FAA extends zero-tolerance policy for unruly airline passengers as cases top 500

The FAA will maintain its zero-tolerance policy at least as long as the federal mask mandate is in effect

US airlines see surge in fliers as vaccine rollout grows

U.S. airlines have seen an uptick in fliers as the vaccine rollout continues to grow

Chinese 'polar bear hotel' opens to full bookings, criticism

A hotel that bills itself as the world's first "polar bear hotel" has opened in China's far northeastern Heilongjiang province, drawing both guests and criticism for its central feature: live polar bears

Konichiwa Osaka! W Hotels Debuts In Japan With The Opening Of W Osaka

The wait is over. W Hotels Worldwide, part of Marriott Bonvoy's portfolio of 30 extraordinary brands, today lifted the curtains on Japan's first-ever W hotel

When can we go on a cruise again?

It's been a year since the cruise industry was in the eye of the Covid storm as leisure ships proved themselves ideal places for the disease to spread

Norwegian Cruise Line Cancels June Cruises Across All Cruise Lines

Update March 16, 2021: Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings has canceled all June cruises on Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises, and Regent Seven Seas

Virgin Voyages to require all crew, passengers to be vaccinated for COVID-19 on all cruises

Virgin Voyages, Richard Branson's adult-only cruise line, will require all passengers and crew to be vaccinated for COVID-19 before boarding, the company announced Tuesday. Virgin Voyages is one of the first ocean-going cruise lines to commit to fully vaccinated cruises

Majority of Gen Z consumers want to travel more responsibly

Research reveals that young people are particularly concerned about travelling in a socially and environmentally considerate way

Hawaii shores inundated with visitors as spring break drives up travel

Over the weekend, more than 26,200 people who arrived in Hawaii said they were coming here for vacation, according to the daily trans-Pacific arrival tracker provided by the Hawaii Tourism Authority

How Soon Will Europe's Major Tourist Destinations Reopen to Americans?

With Greece set to open up for tourism starting May 14, other popular European countries may soon be following suit

Have vaccination, will travel — but not with the kids in tow

As more countries lift travel restrictions for those who have been vaccinated, the world is slowly opening to travelers again. Travelers without kids, that is

Hugh Thompson, Jr. - An American Hero

Captain Hugh Thompson, Jr. was a United States Army helicopter pilot during the Vietnam War. On the morning of March 16th, 1968, he flew his helicopter over a small village in Vietnam the soldiers referred to as "Pinkville" but the locals knew as My Lai. On the ground below him, he witnessed American soldiers killing old men, and women and children being held in a ditch. Landing his craft, Thompson approched the ground commander, Lt. William Calley, who indicated he was following orders. Thompson took off again, but landed

COLLETTE ANNOUNCES NEW BOOKING INCENTIVE FOR TRAVEL PROFESSIONALS

Pawtucket, RI (March 16 , 2020) – Collette, global tour operator, is announcing a brand new booking incentive for agents to earn more on their clients travel experiences in the United States. The incentive will be offered now through June 30th for any travel taking place prior to December 31, 2021, and is combinable with the Advanced Commission Program, where agents can receive partial payments prior to their client’s departure date. The incentives are as follows

Airline passenger faces federal charge with a possible $250,000 fine for refusing to wear mask, urinating in cabin

The FBI arrested a Colorado man accused of disrupting an Alaska Airlights flight from Seattle to Denver for not wearing a mask and urinating in cabin

Air travel is picking up as TSA records highest passenger screenings in nearly a year

Airlines are hoping for a travel revival in the coming months with new Covid-19 cases dropping in much of the country and more people getting vaccinated

Hawaiian Airlines starts nonstop service from Orlando to Honolulu

Hawaiian Airlines welcomed guests with Hawaiian music, dance and flower lei on Saturday, March 13, as travelers boarded the first nonstop service flight between Orlando and Honolulu

These majestic castle hotels in Ireland let you live out your fairytale dreams

While there’s a lot to be said for the character and appeal of Ireland’s charming B&Bs, nothing quite compares to staying in a restored castle hotel or traditional country house. Allow these stunning properties to transport you back in time

Travel search platform Kayak has partnered to create its first hotel — see inside the tech-powered Miami hotel

Kayak has unveiled its own hotel in Miami Beach, Florida, marking the travel search engine's first foray into the brick-and-mortar hospitality business

Signs That Cruises Could Start in June from the U.S.

After so many postponements, not many are hopeful that we will see cruising return this June. After another round of cancelations which saw Carnival Corporation, Norwegian Cruise Line, and Royal Caribbean cancel their voyages until the start of June 2021, is it realistic that cruising will return

Carnival CEO: Cruise industry won't be back to normal until 2023

Carnival Corporation CEO Arnold Donald told the Financial Times that he anticipates at least two more difficult years for the cruise industry, which he said will most likely not return to pre-pandemic levels until at least 2023, Reuters reported on Sunday

From Alaska to Greece, your return to travel starts with these 5 destinations

It’s finally happening: People around the U.S. are looking forward to traveling again. More and more of us are getting vaccinated each day and celebrating that fact by booking flights, reserving hotels and vacation rental homes, and drafting lists of all the things we want to see and do when we arrive somewhere new

Travel to Mexico during Covid-19: What you need to know before you go

If you’re planning to travel to Mexico, here’s what you’ll need to know and expect if you want to visit during the Covid-19 pandemic

Thailand Plans To Drop Quarantine For Popular Tourism Destinations In July

In a bid to restart tourism, one Thai minister has come up with a plan to open its tourist hotspots from July

How vaccinated travelers became hot property

The "Plague Island" headlines splashed across the front pages said it all. With its out of control infection rates and deaths heading past the 125,000 mark, the UK started 2021 as Europe's Covid pariah

The Ides of March

On this date in 44 B.C.E., members of the Roman Senate, including Marcus Junius Brutus, Gaius Cassius Longinus, and 60 other co-conspirators, stabbed to death Julius Ceasar. According to the contemporary historian Plutarch, an oracle warned Caesar to be on his guard against a threat to his life on the Ides of March. On his way to the where he would be assassinated, Caesar

Travellers gaining confidence to fly again, but frustrated with travel restrictions

Confidence is growing among travellers to fly again but they are frustrated with current travel restrictions according to new poll

Hawaiian Airlines launches new nonstop service to Orlando

Hawaiian Airlines launched its new nonstop service from Honolulu to Orlando on Thursday. The new service will offer twice-weekly nonstop flights on Thursday and Sunday

JetBlue rolls back coronavirus boarding policy as airline returns to 'new normal'

This week, JetBlue returned to its group boarding process and ended its back-to-front boarding

Japan Limits Foreign Aircraft Arrivals To 100 Passengers

In an effort to control the spread of new coronavirus variants and stay within the capacity of quarantine facilities, the Japanese government is restricting the number of passengers arriving at 100 per flight

Hyatt Hotels CEO sees 'clear path to recovery' after Covid rocked industry

As travel recovers, Hyatt CEO Mark Hoplamazian said the company is banking on leisure bookings to be a main driver for business this year

Family-friendly hotel, The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Umekoji, opens its doors in March 2021

Royal Park Hotels and Resorts Company, Ltd. is opening its third hotel in Kyoto. Located in a budding trendy area of Kyoto and offering modern design and practical amenities, The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Umekoji is targeting particularly families with small children and also groups

A Luxury American Hotel Chain Will Now Accept Bitcoins and Dogecoins as Payment

A Luxury American Hotel Chain Will Now Accept Bitcoins and Dogecoins as Payment: Among other cryptocurrencies

In a bid to restart sailings, this cruise line just announced trips exclusively around the Bahamas

In a joint press conference with Bahamas tourism officials, leaders of the Miami-based luxury line said Crystal would resume sailings on July 3 with a series of week-long, all-Bahamas voyages out of Nassau and Bimini

It's Officially One Year Since Cruise Lines Started Suspending Operations

December 31, 2019, the day we first heard about a new virus that emerged in China. There wasn’t much to be worried about and the cruises around the world continued as normal but in the months to follow the industry came to a complete pause and has mainly remained so ever since

New Ship Preview: Crystal Endeavor

The 183-meter long Crystal Endeavor was originally poised to enter service in summer 2020 in Japan, coinciding with the Olympics. However, that date’s been pushed back by a year due to coronavirus-related work stoppages at MV Werften

How Ancient Roman ruins can teach the world about accessible travel

How Ancient Roman ruins can teach the modern world about accessible travel

Seychelles to Open Border to Tourists — No Quarantine or Vaccine Required

The Seychelles, an idyllic collection of islands off the coast of East Africa, is following in the footsteps of the Maldives — another beautiful collection of islands off the coast of southern India — to restart its tourism

Mauritius Will Provide Vaccine To Long-Stay Travelers

As the concept of vaccine tourism begins to rise, Mauritius is in the lead. They will provide the COVID-19 vaccine to long-stay travelers

Spain to welcome tourists who hold proof of having taken coronavirus vaccine

Travel destinations gear up to open the tourism sector; Spain to welcome them by the end of May, provided they have proof of coronavirus vaccine

New York Ending Required Quarantine for Domestic Travel April 1

While no longer required, quarantine after domestic travel is still advised and mandatory quarantine for international travelers remains in effect

Roaring Twenties could follow COVID-19 pandemic, travel agent says

It’s been a year since the COVID-19 pandemic suddenly canceled many people’s plans and caused millions of Americans to quarantine for what was a terrifying and unknown March and April of 2020

Mount Everest to reopen for first climbers post-pandemic

Hundreds of climbers are set to return to Mount Everest for the first time next month under strict conditions, government officials and mountaineers said, as the world's tallest peak reopens after a year closed due to the coronavirus pandemic

Coca Cola Sold In Bottles

If you believed its press, Coca Cola was a miracle drug, capable of curing all manner of ills including morphine addiction, headaches, and impotence. Invented in 1885 in Columbus, Georgia, the drink was first sold in soda fountains in Atlanta in 1886 as a patent medicine for five cents a glass. The syrup was mixed with carbonated water, and during its first year sold an average of 9 glasses a day. Frank M. Robinson, the pharmacy's

Breeze, new airline, gets crucial DOT approval to begin flights

Breeze Airways, the new airline by JetBlue founder David Neeleman, received approval from the DOT to launch its first flights

Flights are the cheapest they've ever been as airlines slash costs and try to coax back travelers

Airlines are using available cheap planes and laid off flight crews to offer low prices and coax back weary travelers

American Airlines drops furlough notices as new $1.9T aid bill gives carriers six more months to navigate pandemic

American Airlines will cancel furlough notices sent to 13,000 employees after Congress passed a 1.9 trillion aid package, the third such legislation passed

11 Gorgeous Hotel Rooms With Private Jacuzzis and Hot Tubs

Whether you’re on your feet sightseeing all day, traveling for work, or just enjoying a staycation not too far from home—an essential component of any hotel stay is the need to relax, and having your very own personal hot tub or jacuzzi hits the spot

Online Travel Agency Kayak Opening Hotel In Miami

Kayak will be entering the brick-and-mortar hospitality space, with the opening of Kayak Miami Beach in April 2021. You heard that right, an online travel agency is opening an actual hotel

Disney CEO Says "Maybe by This Fall" Cruises Could Resume

In a worrying development from Disney Cruise Line, in a shareholder meeting held on March 9, Disney’s CEO said that “maybe by this fall” that limited cruise operations could resume

This Epic New European River Cruise Visits 14 Countries and 7 Rivers

The 2023 AmaWaterways itinerary covers seven rivers and 17 UNESCO World Heritage sites in 14 different countries

The American Express Travel Trends Report Says Exactly What We’re All Thinking — People Want to Travel

A year into the COVID-19 pandemic, it's clear we all still need a little bit of hope and something to look forward to. And, according to the new American Express Travel: Global Travel Trends Report, that hope is travel

Italy unveils 'covid-free' trains to tourist destinations

Trains running to top tourist destinations in Italy such as Venice, Rome and Florence will have special services where passengers are tested for Covid-19 before departure

Two-Thirds Of Countries Are Now Open To Some Form Of Tourism

Recent findings from the UNWTO have shown that two thirds of countries are open to tourism of some description

These six islands opened to travelers — and still have some of the world’s lowest Covid rates

Many destinations that opened to tourists during the pandemic experienced rising coronavirus infection rates shortly thereafter. Not these places

Australia unveils $928 million COVID-19 stimulus package for tourism industry

The Australian government unveiled a A$1.2 billion ($928 million) tourism support package on Thursday, aimed at boosting local travel while international routes remain closed because of the coronavirus pandemic

General MacArthur Leaves the Philippines

It was March 11, 1942. General Douglas MacArthur climbed aboard a gun ship in the Philippines under cover of darkness and ran a Japanese blockade. Speaking to the press in Adelaide, Australia, MacArthur told reporters, "I came through and I shall return." Logistical problems had left MacArthur without reinforcements. President Roosevelt, fearing MacArthur would be captured or killed, ordered him to leave. On April 9, some 10,000 American troops

New CDC guidelines a blow for ailing airline industry

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) this week delivered a tough blow to the airline industry, which is struggling to recover from the coronavirus pandemic

American Airlines Partners With Kuehne+Nagel For Sustainable Fuels

American Airlines is teaming up with global transport and logistics business Kuehne+Nagel to use 11 million liters of sustainable aviation fuel. Both organizations have publicly stated their commitment to reducing aviation’s environmental footprint

Southwest Airlines offering flights as low as $49

Southwest Airlines launched a spring fare sale with fares as low as $49 one-way. The fare sale runs through March 19. The travel dates are from March 30 through June 30, 2021

Should you use points or cash to book hotels?

If you’re just getting started in the world of points and miles and learning to maximize your travel, here’s what you need to know

Google Eliminates Fees For Hotel Booking Links

Google is making a major change to the way it manages hotel booking links - adding an organic list that enables hotels, online travel agencies and other booking sites to get visibility for free, provides more extensive

Cruise restart pushed further back as 7 major lines cancel more sailings

Cruising fans were hit with another wave of cancellations on Tuesday as seven major cruise lines pushed back their restart dates in all or parts of the world

U.K. Gets Green Light to Start Cruises in May - Is the U.S. Next?

The United Kingdom has been given the green light to resume cruises in May, however the U.S. is still waiting for its restart date

New Features Revealed for New Excel-Class Cruise Ship

P&O Cruises is ramping up the details about its second Excel-class cruise ship, Arvia, which is arriving in 2022. The cruise line has revealed some new features once the vessel arrives including a stunning infinity pool and the first-ever high ropes experience at sea

Here's why you should wait 2 weeks after getting the COVID-19 vaccine before traveling

The CDC is not recommending travel for spring break, even as the number of people being vaccinated increases across the country

As risk of being jailed in China grows, some Westerners cut ties with the country

As President Xi breeds a culture of nationalism and forges increasingly hostile relations with Western governments, some fear that if a diplomatic spat between their government and Beijing occurred while they were in China they could become a target

Travel agents starting to see increase in bookings

It's been a year since the travel industry shuttered because of the pandemic. Now, local travel agents say they're seeing the highest number of bookings since the pandemic started

Do I Need Travel Insurance for My Summer Vacation?

With vaccines rolling out and summer approaching, many people are starting to think about making travel plans. However, before you book that trip, consider whether purchasing travel insurance makes sense for you

Seychelles is opening to tourists with no quarantine or vaccine required, and it's following the same model the Maldives used to launch its tourism success story

The island nation expects to have 70% of its 100,000 residents vaccinated by mid-March, which means it would reach herd immunity against COVID-19

These Countries Are Allowing Vaccinated Travelers to Visit

A handful of governments have indicated they will ease entry restrictions for vaccinated travelers—but there are some catches. For instance, European countries such as Poland and Iceland have unveiled plans to relax restrictions for vaccinated travelers, but only for those who were already allowed to enter

15 Best Stops During A Spring Azalea And Flower Tour In East Texas

These are the best places to see azaleas and other Texas wildflowers, from the Dallas Arboretum to the Rienzi house museum in Houston

2 cruise lines are pivoting to offer summer 'land tours' in Alaska — see what it'll be like to take

Cruises crossing Canadian waters to Alaska have been halted, but Princess Cruises and Holland America have found a workaround

Founding of the French Foreign Legion

King Louis-Phillippe needed troops for the French colony of Algeria, but foreign soldiers were not permitted to join the French army. The King solved the problem by forming a new military unit on March 10, 1831. The recruits were a mixed bunch: soldiers from other countries, adventurers, and criminals. Forced to work together, the troops from different lands were bound by a strong esprit d'corp and hard training. Algeria became the Legionnaires' home. Since their formation, Legionnaires have

Airline industry pushes US to standardize health papers

Top airline and business groups are asking the Biden administration to take a leading role in developing standards for credentials that would let travelers show they have been tested and vaccinated for COVID-19

American Airlines Marks International Women's Day With All-Female Crew

North Texas-based American Airlines marked International Women's Day with an all-female crew. Flight #2808, a Boeing 787 'Dreamliner' took off from Miami International Airport and landed at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport Monday morning. Capt. Linda Pauwels led the all-female crew

American schedules wide-body jets on 3 unexpected domestic routes

American Airlines will fly its internationally configured planes on a host of domestic flights this summer, including Dallas/Fort Worth to Anchorage and to Seattle

The 10 hotels opening in spring 2021 that we're most excited about

Hotel openings are always exciting, but openings in 2021 feel extra special. For a year, we’ve lived with a global pandemic that’s turned lives upside down and put travel companies in every part of the industry in situations they never imagined possible

MSC Cruises Status Update

After suspending service in March 2020, MSC Cruises was among the first big-ship operators to sail again, with the MSC Grandiosa launching service in August

Carnival Cruise Line’s Advice to Nassau Leads to Push Back

A Carnival executive essentially stated that Nassau needs to reinvent itself, but the comment is receiving pushback from the Bahamian Minister of Tourism

You Can Help This Boutique Cruise Line Name Its Newest Ship

The luxury boutique cruise line, Azamara has a new ship — but it doesn't know what to call it. Cue Twitter

As vaccinations ramp up, pandemic-hit travel agencies could become vital

Travel agents. After the pandemic crippled an already slimmed-down industry, it’s easy to assume they’ll soon be a thing of the past. But don’t count them out just yet

TripAdvisor's top 25 all-inclusive resorts for your post-Covid trip

Itching to book (or just start dreaming about) your next vacation? Check out the top-rated all-inclusive resorts on TripAdvisor right now, in locations like Mexico, Greece, the Maldives and more

Hey Women of 2021—Let’s Talk About Traveling Solo

Ever the subject of romanticized movies and books, solo female travel will strike hard in 2021. Introducing the voices of women who will tell you why (and how) to go

This $150,000 Bahamas Getaway Includes Private Jet Transportation, an 8-course Dinner, and More

The Atlantis Paradise Island in the Bahamas is offering a five-night trip for up to eight guests. It includes private jet transportation from select cities, an omakase and sake meal, and more

US warns citizens against traveling to Mexico this month

The US has issued an alert advising citizens not to travel to Mexico for spring vacations, citing the high number of Covid-19 cases

Thailand might ease quarantine rules for travellers

Quarantine rules might soon be relaxed for foreigners visiting Thailand. The country is planning to start a series of steps that is aimed at restarting the tourism sector in the country. After months of COVID-19 regulations, and restrictions, the country is finally looking to welcome visitors once again

New CDC guidelines for vaccinated people: Agency still advises against travel

While the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provided new COVID-19 guidance for fully vaccinated Americans on Monday including some eased restrictions such as gathering inside without masks, the agency didn't provide an update or relax travel measures

Barbie's Birthday

The American International Toy Fair in New York on March 9, 1959 debuted a new doll by the Mattel toy company. Named after the daughters of one of Mattel's co-founders, Barbie became an overnight sensation. Most dolls of the time were modeled after babies; Barbie, however, had a distinctively adult form and look - too much so for many during the doll's history. The first Barbie doll sold for $3.00. Barbie’s first boyfriend, Ken, debuted two years

I flew on United again during the pandemic and found it to be a leading contender for best US airline to fly in 2021 — here's why

United Airlines had a rocky start to social distancing during the pandemic. A botched seat blocking policy was quickly abandoned after a customer exposed the airline failing to keep seats open on a flight from Newark to San Francisco

American Airlines plans $5 billion bond sale backed by frequent flyer program to pay back other debt

American Airlines said Monday it is planning to issue $5 billion in bonds and seek a $2.5 billion loan backed by its frequent flyer program, funds it intends to use to pay back some of its debt used to help weather the coronavirus pandemic

Airlines warn passengers of data breach after aviation tech supplier is hit by cyberattack

The information technology and communications company, which claims to serve around 90% of the world's airlines, said that a cyberattack on February 24, 2021 led to "data security incident"

Las Vegas Hotels Ban Outside Food & Drinks?!?

Did you know that several Las Vegas hotels ban guests from bringing outside food & drinks into their rooms? Neither did I

Butlers, Outdoor Spaces, and More — Hotels Have Taken Their Long-Term Stay Packages to the Next Level

As the travel industry continues to navigate restrictions around the COVID-19 pandemic, quarantine has become the gateway to making getaways happen — and hotels have caught on

Cruise Lines Under Pressure to Significantly Raise Ticket Prices

Cruise companies may be eyeing a significant increase to ticket prices in the near future as demand surges and sailings sell out in record time

Is Alaska Back on the Table for Cruises?

We have some interesting times ahead of us! Michael Bayley, the President and CEO of Royal Caribbean has asked his followers to support a Bill that has been introduced by two U.S. Senators that could put cruises to Alaska back on the table

Exclusive: Virgin Voyages announces Resilient Lady, third cruise ship of four-vessel fleet

Virgin Voyages has announced the third ship in its four ship fleet: The Resilient Lady is scheduled to be complete on July 1, 2022, joining sibling ships Scarlet Lady and Valiant Lady

14 Best Senior-friendly Travel Groups

These senior-friendly travel companies offer tours and travel experiences as diverse as their clients

Top 10 European Destinations From Movies That Will Inspire You To Travel

As European countries have shifted in and out of travel bans, movies that make us feel like we’re touring Europe have been a great escape. They took us all across Europe and added place after place to our lists of must-see locations

What Fully Vaccinated Travelers Need to Know Before Planning a Trip

As coronavirus vaccinations ramp up in the United States, many grounded travelers are likely looking forward to planning their first fully vaccinated getaway—perhaps booking a long-awaited flight to visit family they haven’t seen since last year

Demand for Travel Insurance Takes Off As More Destinations Require Coverage

COVID-19 insurance policies are increasingly joining passports and sunscreen as vacation staples, creating opportunities for insurers as more countries

UK destinations take steps to avoid tourist pandemonium

Back in June 2020, as the the UK's first Covid-19 lockdown started to ease, a bout of beautiful weather culminating in the hottest day of the year saw people flocking to the country's beaches

Evil empire

On March 8, 1983, President Ronald Reagan in a speech to the National Association of Evangelicals in Orlando, Florida first used publicly the phrase "evil empire." In that speech, with reference to the Soviet Union, Reagan said: "In your discussions of the nuclear freeze proposals, I urge you to beware the temptation of pride, the temptation of blithely declaring yourselves above it all and label both sides equally at fault, to ignore the facts of history and the aggressive impulses of an evil empire, to simply call the arms race a giant misunderstanding and thereby remove yourself from the struggle between right and wrong and good and evil." Reaction to the phrase was

Airlines urge relaxation on refunds as EU probes passenger rights

European airlines on Thursday renewed a push to relax refund rules as EU auditors and the European Commission started separate probes into air passenger rights and whether they were being respected

17,000 earthquakes hit Iceland in the past week. An eruption could be imminent

Even for a volcanic island accustomed to the occasional tremor, this has been an unusual week for Iceland. According to the Icelandic Meteorological Office, around 17,000 earthquakes have hit the southwestern region of Reykjanes over the

Austrian Airlines CEO Confident In Green Pass Health Passport To Enable Travel

Austrian Airlines is witnessing positive trends in bookings for this year’s holiday season. However, to succeed in welcoming any significant amount of passengers in 2021, its CEO says that a European-wide health pass should be introduced

Hotels in Roseburg, Florence, Corvallis fined for price gouging during wildfires

Hotels in Roseburg, Florence and Corvallis are among the 4 lodgers to settle complaints of price gouging during the 2020 wildfires with Oregon's state Department of Justice

The most beautiful movie hotels: a way to escape during the pandemic

Check-in, passports, suitcases, reception, mini-bar, housekeeping, concierge, ... For many hotel enthusiasts, these words almost give off a scent of exoticism as it's been a long time since they last walked down the corridors of a hotel

CDC adds these popular Caribbean beach destinations to 'high risk' travel list

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is urging Americans to take caution before traveling to a number of Caribbean islands ahead of spring break

Tokyo Travel Experts on What the City Will Look Like Post-Pandemic

In the first of our new virtual event series Making Connections, industry experts discussed what lies ahead for Tokyo travel - and why they're excited to return.

Zanzibar tourists warned over public nudity

Tourists have been warned not to wear skimpy clothing while exploring the island of Zanzibar, with government officials saying it could result in punishment for tour operators and guides

Travel Agencies See Renewed Interest As Customers Look to Navigate Pandemic-Era Rules

Planning a trip no longer consists of just scouring for the best deals online, and a San Diego travel advisor says advisors are equipped with the tools that can

With cruising to Alaska in flux, Holland America and Princess turn to selling land tours

The lines already have canceled many of their Alaska cruises for the year due to a COVID-related cruise ban imposed by Canada

The rise of female tour guides

This International Women’s Day, we spotlight three women breaking the mould by becoming female tour guides in three conservative societies

Princess Will Offer Short Cruises From the UK This Summer on Two Ships

Princess Cruises has canceled their scheduled cruises out of the UK through September 25, 2021 and will now offer short cruises on two cruise ships

Royal Caribbean Eyeing More Countries For Cruise Restart; UK Could Be Next

Royal Caribbean is ready to place a cruise ships wherever vaccine levels are high, and/or infection rates are low, the line's Vice President of Europe, Middle East and Africa confirmed

Saga Cruises Delays Operation Restart Until June 27

Saga Cruises has announced that it is moving its operation restart date from May 4 to June 27, 2021, in line with the British government’s roadmap out of lockdown. This was stated in a press release

The Boston Massacre

Tensions were running high between the colonists and the British soldiers in Boston. King George, fearing war with France, had imposed a series of taxes on the Americans. The colonists, having no representation in London, resented the imposition of the taxes on their business activities and purchases. Boston, the intellectual and cultural center of the Americas, was also the center of the resistance against British tyranny and the George III sent troops to

United and American Airlines offering COVID-19 vaccine for Chicago O'Hare employees

The Johnson & Johnson vaccine will be available to qualifying employees of both United and American Airlines beginning Thursday, the companies confirmed to Fox News

Will Airlines Be Ready When Leisure Demand Returns?

People are ready to fly; there’s a pent up demand in leisure travel, ready to explode as soon as borders open, according to airline executives. So, the airline industry has to be prepared for a couple of things

Top 10 New U.S. Hotels Opening In 2021

If you're looking for a unique vacation, check out this list of 10 of the most anticipated hotels opening all over the US in 2021

Marriott Is Kicking Off Spring With Discounted Stays at Nearly 5,000 Hotels

Marriott Bonvoy is kicking off the spring season with a sale on more than 4,900 hotels throughout the United States, Canada, the Caribbean, and Latin America

Princess Cruises cancels more voyages, adding short UK-only trips this summer

Another cruise line has canceled another slate of cruises as the coronavirus pandemic continues to mess up vacation plans, but it does have a plan for some travelers to be able to get out on the water again

Is Royal Caribbean Planning to Homeport in Cozumel?

Royal Caribbean seems to be ramping up its efforts to start sailing, and it looks like the cruise line wants to do this sooner rather than later

Small cruise operators are still planning to sail Alaska waters in 2021

The fate of the 2021 Alaska tourism season is still very much an unknown for the large international cruise lines that operate vessels with thousands of passengers, but small-vessel operators are preparing to get back to touring the Inside Passage

World's first space hotel scheduled to open in 2027

Voyager Station is a cruise ship-style hotel built from modules connected into a ring that will rotate to create artificial gravity in orbit

New York easing travel restrictions for those with vaccine

New York state will drop testing and quarantine requirements for those with vaccination against coronavirus

These Caribbean Islands Are Now Considered 'Very High' Risk for Travel

A pair of popular Caribbean islands have been placed on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's list of countries Americans should avoid traveling to, joining several others the agency warns against visiting

Experts weigh in on whether it's safe to travel this summer as bookings surge

With summer just three months away and people eager to start booking travel, one cruise line is offering a way for people to do so amid the pandemic

Virtual tours and activities will stick around after the pandemic

Companies providing online tours and activities - including Amazon - say they plan to keep virtual experiences around even after the pandemic ends

Give it Up for the Ladies at These Women's History Museums

Celebrate women's history this month (and every month) at the museums paying homage to female artists, activists, and pioneers

Founding of AAA

It was 1902 and automobiles were quickly becoming the vehicle of choice. Road conditions, however, were deplorable. The relatively small number of drivers had to fight for the right to even use some roads in favor of horse-drawn carriages. Small groups of drivers had formed clubs across the country to exchange driving and automobile tips. On March 4, 1902, a group of approximately 1000 automobile enthusiasts and members of these clubs joined

EU to boost summer travel with proposal for a digital vaccine passport

EU plans to boost summer travel with its proposal for a digital vaccine passport

New planes, training and hiring: Airlines are planning for a rebound after dismal pandemic year

Airlines are starting to position themselves for a revival in air travel demand, hiring employees, buying new planes and training pilots

The Best and Worst Airlines for Cheap Flights

Everyone wants to find cheap flights so they can save more money on their vacation, but searching discount travel sites can be a hassle

Qantas airlines offering 'mystery flights' to surprise destinations in Australia

The Australia-based airline announced plans to operate three domestic "mystery flights" for travelers looking for surprise experiences in Australia. Qantas had first introduced the idea of "mystery flights" back in the 1990s, but hasn't operated any in the years since

6 Luxury Hotels That Make Their Own Skincare Line

We rounded up our favorite hotels and resorts that make their own skincare line, flaunting great products of their own

A top Napa Valley hotel is joining World of Hyatt

One of the top points hotels in Napa Valley is leaving Marriott and joining World of Hyatt

Covid: P&O Cruises extends halt to international voyages

The cruise firm said it planned to run "staycation" sailings around the UK instead

Royal Caribbean Will Sail From Israel for the First Time — and All Guests Will Be Vaccinated Before Boarding

Royal Caribbean will set sail out of Israel for the first time this spring, and every passenger and crew member will be vaccinated. Starting in May, with three to seven-night journeys to the Greek Isles and Cyprus on its new Odyssey of the Seas

Virgin Voyages Cancels Cruises Through June 2021

Virgin Cruises has been forced to cancel even more voyages through June 2021 for its first vessel, Scarlet Lady

13 Affordable Places to Visit in Europe — From Country Escapes to Stunning Cities

If you have big dreams of jetting off to Europe, but worry that your bank account isn't quite ready, don't worry. For every expensive city, there are dozens of charming — and surprisingly affordable — places that offer all the European charm for a fraction of the price

Take you and your pooch on a tour of the world's greatest pet-friendly Airbnbs

Travelling with a pet anywhere more than a car's journey away is generally more of a pain in the ass than it's worth. It's often far simpler to just give your pet to someone to look after while you jet off, particularly when overseas trips

2 popular Caribbean destinations added to the CDC's 'do not travel' list

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on March 1 added Curaçao and the island nation of Antigua and Barbuda to its highest advisory in light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic

It’s not too soon to make a travel plan

Whether it’s the result of record snow storms, wild temperature swings or a solid case of COVID-19 fatigue, many of us are ready for a change of scenery. Even if it’s too soon for your family to travel, putting a plan in place can raise spirits all around

Kauai seeks to welcome out-of-state visitors again through Safe Travels program

Kauai Mayor Derek Kawakami said he is making the decision because of the fast pace of vaccination distributions on the island

Women in the Travel Industry Are Bearing the Brunt of the Pandemic's Economic Hardships

Women hospitality workers are facing lower pay, lost medical benefits, and delayed retirement

Ponce de Leon

On this day in 1513, Ponce de Leon set sail from Puerto Rico to find the fabled Fountain of Youth. Caribbean Indian legends spoke of magical waters, a drink of which would guarantee a life free from the worries of old age. Ponce de Leon had served with Christopher Columbus on his second voyage and became the governor of Puerto Rico, earning a fortune in the slave trade. He later lost the position and requested permission from

Opinion: A shortage of pilots could keep the airlines from making a real comeback

An important question facing the airline industry is not whether it will face a pilot shortage, but when it will begin

American Airlines Streamlining Baggage Allowance Policies

American Airlines announced it would start aligning its baggage allowance policies to offer travelers a more consistent and transparent booking experience. As part of the changes that went into effect in late February, Premium Economy tickets will now include two free checked bags

U.S. budget airlines plot pandemic breakthrough

The COVID-19 pandemic has reshaped the global travel landscape and U.S. no-frills carriers are pouncing. As legacy airlines shrink to contain costs, budget carriers Spirit Airlines, Allegiant Travel and privately-owned Frontier Airlines are resuming pilot hiring

The 9 best hotels in Denver, whether you're on a budget, seeking out luxury, or want to bring your pets

Denver is a year-round getaway, offering world-class restaurants, museums, and easy access to the outdoors. Here are the best Denver hotels in 2021

Several Hawaii hotels among best in the world, according to Travel + Leisure

Seven Hawaii hotels have landed on Travel + Leisure’s list of the top 500 properties from around the world. Featured in the magazine’s March 2021 issue, the list recognizes resorts and hotels in eight global geographic regions based on a reader survey conducted last year

Royal Caribbean will be 'first' to offer 'fully vaccinated' cruise with sailings starting in Israel

Royal Caribbean's newest ship "Odyssey of the Seas" is set to debut in May with departures from Israel with all passengers and crew over the age of 16 vaccinated. "In conjunction with Israel’s health and tourism authorities, Royal Caribbean will be the first to offer fully vaccinated sailings

Carnival Cruise extends pause through May 2021

Carnival Cruise Line announced on Monday it will continue to pause in operations from U. S. ports through May 31, 2021. The company says it has notified booked guests and travel advisors

Regent Seven Seas Cruises Is Giving Passengers Free Land Excursions Before and After Their Cruise

Regent Seven Seas Cruises is offering guests free two and three-night vacation packages before and after their cruise on sailings between October 2021 and March 2022

10 virtual tours of spectacular buildings around the world

Mughal palaces, Egyptian tombs and modernist masterpieces can be experienced in VR tours that depart from your sofa

Early signs of life in travel industry as COVID-19 vaccines revive Americans' wanderlust

The beaten down travel industry is showing signs of life as coronavirus vaccines allow homebound Americans to start thinking of hopping a flight

EU Commission to Propose Vaccine Passports for Travel in Europe

The European Union’s executive arm said Monday it will propose rules for a passport to allow those who have been vaccinated or recently tested for COVID-19 to travel for work or tourism throughout the region

Return of business travel, sustainable fuels expected in aviation's future

International business travel is not expected to remain permanently depressed, though it will likely recover from the coronavirus pandemic at a slower rate than leisure travel, United Airlines Chief Executive Scott Kirby said on Monday during CERAWeek by IHS Markit

As tourism picks up again, Maldives steps up efforts to diversify its faltering economy

Maldives is working to expand its fisheries and agriculture sectors, according to President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih

'We Are A Very Safe Destination': Vacationers Flocking To U.S. Virgin Islands

You still can’t take a luxury cruise line to the U.S. Virgin Islands, but you can fly and tourism is turning around, even with the cruise ship business dead in the water for now

The Birth of Dr. Seuss

On this day in 1904, Theodor Geisel was born in Springfield, Massachusetts. By the time of his death 87 years later in 1997, he had written 40 books selling more than 200 million copies. His pen name "Dr. Seuss" was derived from his mother's maiden name. His first best seller The Cat in the Hat, was published in 1957 as an exercise in teaching children 250 new vocabulary words. It is said that the rhythm that infused his poetry

The Travel Institute fortifies its Board with Three New Directors

FRAMINGHAM, MA, March 1, 2021 – The Travel Institute announces three new directors have joined its Board of Directors. New directors include: Rick Meadows, CTC, recently retired president of Seabourn and long-term Carnival Corporation executive; Anita Pagliasso, vice president of industry relations for KHM Travel Group; and Jennifer Simmons, president, Marketexture, Inc. “These three individuals are a perfect match with The Travel Institute’s tradition of strong and skilled board leadership. And, in keeping with the founders’ early vision, they are also continuing the board’s history of bringing diverse perspectives together to further The Travel Institute’s mission in serving

American Airlines flight diverted after 'disturbing and unacceptable' passenger fight over racial slur

An American Airlines flight from Texas to Los Angeles was diverted to Phoenix after an in-flight passenger altercation. Two women were later arrested

Delta Air Lines Has A Problem: The Boeing 767

Delta Air Lines has a problem, and it is called the Boeing 767. There is nothing wrong with the planes, but, instead, Delta has a problem when it comes to retiring the 767s

Has In-Flight Connectivity Become a Basic Need for Commercial Airline Passengers?

In-flight entertainment and connectivity (IFEC) is both a revenue driver and an important element of the passenger experience, Mark Cheyney, In-flight Connectivity Development Manager for Virgin Atlantic, said during a Connected Aviation Intelligence webcast session on Feb. 25

Eight hotels embracing the 'Hyper Personalisation' trend

From DNA testing to Japanese personal hosts, here are eight examples of how Hyper Personalisation is manifesting in hotels around the world

Virgin Hotels Announces New Chief Executive Officer

Virgin Hotels, the lifestyle hotel brand by Virgin Group founder Sir Richard Branson, announces James Bermingham's appointment as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Bermingham joins the Virgin Hotels executive team

Why Cruises in 2021 Will Be Shorter Than Ever Before

Many new cruise offerings will last a week or less — but these short itineraries won't skimp on the sights. Here are the 2021 cruise trips you need to know

MSC Cruises To Deploy Second Ship in the Mediterranean From May, Announces More Cancellations

MSC Cruises today also updated the itineraries for the start of its summer season as a result of the delay in the return to availability of certain ports across Europe and is cancelling all other itineraries in the West Mediterranean for April and May, with cruises there resuming from June as

Holland America Line Reveals New Australasia Voyages for 2022/2023

There are two kinds of mindsets during a crisis. The ‘hunker down and wait for it all to be over’ approach. And then there is 'the comeback will be greater than the setback’ gang. Holland America Line belongs firmly in the second camp

When can we go on vacation again? This is what experts say

Vaccination roll-outs are underway around the world, but when it comes to the recovery of leisure travel, how long will it be before travel gets back to normal

Another Good Weekend In The US Shows Increasing Demand For Travel

As a sign of increasing confidence in air travel, US passenger traffic has surpassed one million a day for the third straight weekend. However, this time, the numbers were just as good on Thursday, February 25th, as they were on Friday the 26th– an increasing sign that customers are willing to get back onboard planes

Faroe Islands—an inspirational travel destination

If you ever wanted a vacation off the grid, yet beautiful, serene, amazingly inspirational, then Faroe Islands is the right place for you. The islands here in the north Atlantic are just phenomenal as they have a unique characteristic about them

Expert Advice For Boomers Traveling In 2021 And 2022

Traveling in 2021 and 2022 is taking on a new look. With airlines and destinations clamoring for your travel business, the intrepid traveler can explore more places for less money

What Canada’s cruise ban and Alaska’s now-optional traveler screenings could mean for summer travel

Lots of folks are asking questions about how best to explore Alaska this summer

Yellowstone National Park

The world's first national park came into existence on this date in 1872, when US President Ulysses S. Grant signed into law an act establishing Yellowstone National Park. The park is located largely in the state of Wyoming, but extends into Montana and Idaho as well. Widely known for its geothermal springs and geysers, Yellowstone sits atop a large volcanic stratum. Many unique and once endangered

SITA clears all travel safety and health protocols set forth by WTTC

Los Angeles, CA. Feb.19, 2021 - The World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC), along with governments and health experts, have created a set of “Safe Travels” global health and safety protocols. SITA World Tours has been granted that prestigious seal. The WTTC guidelines have received the backing of the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and were developed with the help of the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). WTTC ’s stamp is awarded to Tour Operators that have adopted

Complaints against airlines, travel agencies hits record high

Travelers -- or almost-travelers -- were really unhappy with airlines last year. In fact, the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) received 102,550 complaints about airlines and travel agencies from January 2020 to December 2020

American Airlines Allows Passengers To Buy COVID Tests With Airmiles

American Airlines is now allowing AAdvantage members to redeem miles for COVID-19 tests. For a mere 12,000 miles, passengers can order an at-home COVID-19 testing kit through LetsGetChecked. From Friday, American Airlines customers will also be able

Hawaiian Airlines Keeps On-Time Record for 17th Straight Year

In March and April, Hawaiian will launch four new North America routes, including nonstop service between Honolulu and Austin, Ontario and Orlando, as well as daily nonstop service between Long Beach and Maui

'We can and should do more': Hotel industry announces $5 million, 5-year diversity plan

The AHLA Foundation announced a $5 million, five-year commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion in the hotel and lodging industry

Shift to sun, ski and suburbs gives Airbnb advantage over hotels

Airbnb’s quarterly results are likely to show the pandemic may have helped the home rental company lure leisure travelers away from big hotels during the global travel collapse of 2020

4 things to know about IATA's Travel Pass app

If you’ve been plugged into travel news during the pandemic, you’ve probably heard the term “vaccine passport” or “immunity passport” more than once. After all, these digital health passports will likely be

Countries That Are Open to COVID-19 Vaccinated Travelers

As travel has been largely put on hold due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the rollout of the vaccine has become the gamechanger that'll hopefully help us resume canceled plans or even map out a whole new adventure

6 essentials on your travel checklist during the pandemic

Travel checklist for traveling during a pandemic: from COVID-19 tests through to flexible booking options and your own toilet paper

U.S. Virgin Islands Clarifies Entry Requirements For American Travelers

The US Virgin Islands updates its restrictions, tourists should be aware of what the Islands current procedures and expectations entail

Cancun loosens COVID-19 restrictions ahead of spring break travel

Cancun is easing COVID-19 travel restrictions ahead of spring break, unlike U.S. beach destinations like South Beach and Fort Lauderdale

25 trips of a lifetime in Asia, Oceania and more, from swimming with sharks to breathing fire

Swim through a lake of jellyfish, cycle between tea plantations, sail around icebergs and kayak past Komodo

Caving Hits Record High as Vietnamese Tourists Seek Covid-19 Escape

The number of Vietnamese exploring caves in Quang Binh Province, dubbed the 'Kingdom of Caves', last year reached record highs amid the Covid-19 pandemic, tour operator Oxalis reports

Costa Cruises Status Update

Costa Cruises, Carnival Corporation’s Italian brand, was among the first to suspend operations in China due to the COVID-19 pandemic in January 2020, but was also among the first to start cruising again, sailing from Italy in September

Canadian Cruise Ban Leads to Cancellations of Alaska Sailings, As Others Extend Pause Operations

Several major cruise lines extended their pause on operations this week, with some forced to cancel Canadian departures and Alaska itineraries for this year amid a ban on cruise ships in Canada

Cayman Islands Thinks About Cutting Cruise Tourism

The Cayman Islands is thinking about cutting the amount of cruise tourism allowed to visit the popular cruise port at Grand Cayman

The Grand Canyon Becomes a National Park

In 1908 President Theodore Roosevelt signed legislation giving the Grand Canyon status as a National Monument. On February 26th, 1919, by an act of the United States Congress, Grand Canyon National Monument became Grand Canyon National Park. Today, the Grand Canyon National Park receives over 4 million visitors and contains over 1.2 million acres, about the same size as the state of Delaware. It is now also recognized as a UNESCO

Exclusive: U.S. airline CEOs to meet with White House on cutting carbon footprint

The chief executives of major U.S. airlines are set to meet virtually with two key White House advisers on Friday about efforts to reduce carbon emissions and use renewable fuels, five people briefed on the matter told Reuters

I flew Southwest for the first time since it stopped blocking middle seats

Southwest Airlines was a standout for most of the coronavirus pandemic as it was one of the few airlines blocking seats to promote social distancing. Only 67% of seats were sold on its flights, allowing all rows to have at least the middle seat open

American Airlines pilot reports seeing 'long, cylindrical object' fly over plane

An American Airlines pilot reported seeing "a long, cylindrical object" come startlingly close to the aircraft as it was flying over New Mexico

Cruise lines have officially started to cancel Alaska sailings

The Alaska cruise cancellations have begun. The two biggest cruise lines operating in Alaska, Princess Cruises and Holland America, on Wednesday canceled all of their 2021 Alaska sailings that begin or end in Vancouver, British Columbia

Carnival, Disney Cruise Line cancel sailings until June; Holland America, Princess scrap Canadian cruises

Carnival and Disney announced Wednesday that they would cancel all sailings through May. Three Carnival sister lines also announced cancellations

Universal's Budget-Friendly Hotels Give You Upscale Bang For Your Buck!

Universal Endless Summer Dockside & Surfside Inn and Suites are an amazing value for your money. Here is what you need to know

Quarantine hotels: Which countries are using them to stop arrivals spreading COVID?

Vaccines against coronavirus are providing some hope that international travel will kickstart again in the not-so-distant future. While travelling abroad is unlikely to reach pre-pandemic levels for some years, there is a sense that there's light at the end of the tunnel for the devastated travel industry

The best US destinations to travel to in March, plus where to stay and socially distant activities to enjoy

We detail the best US vacations for March, from mountain towns to catch the end of ski season to warm-weather getaways, plus top hotels for each

Is the Travel Industry Following Through on Its 2020 Commitment To Diversity?

Last summer, companies pledged to do better. But the numbers are not yet bearing that out

How To Get Started Planning Your Next Big Trip

Get familiar with cancellation and rebooking policies and indulge in some virtual tourism

How to Travel to Grenada Right Now

The Eastern Caribbean island of Grenada has been open for tourism since the summer, and more travelers are heading there.

7 Under-the-radar Alaskan National Parks With Wild Scenery and Incredible Adventures

Beyond the more popular Denali National Park and Preserve in the wild interior, the astounding blue walls of ice in Glacier Bay and the Kenai Fjords, and historically significant places such as the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park, are several less-visited parks, monuments, and preserves

Top 10 beaches in the US, according to Tripadvisor

Apparently not all beaches are created equal. Or at least that’s what Tripadvisor’s updated "Top 25 Beaches" list is suggesting, which ranked some of the most popular seaside destinations around the world

Sir Christopher Wren Dies

Today marks the anniversary of the death of the greatest English architect of all time, Sir Christopher Wren, who designed St. Paul's Cathedral as well as over 50 other churches in London. He was a founder of the Royal Society and its first president. At Cambridge, he designed the Pembroke and Emmanuel College chapels, as well as the Trinity College library. His most important commissions included the Greenwich

Croatia’s Katarina Line Launches New Ships, Adds New Departures For 2021 as COVID-19 Vaccine Roll-Out Renews Confidence in Travel

With the steady roll-out of the COVID-19 vaccine restoring confidence in travel worldwide, Katarina Line, Croatia’s premier small ship cruise company, is seeing the phones “ringing steadily” and interest in Croatia growing. Bookings are especially strong from families and groups that are looking to reconnect after months at home. Small ship cruising provides the perfect “travel bubble”, allowing them to safely vacation together throughout the entire

UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT LAUNCHES LIMITED-TIME OFFER: SAVE 40% ON A 4-DAY, 4-NIGHT HOTEL AND TICKET VACATION PACKAGE

ORLANDO, Fla. (February 24, 2021) –Universal Orlando Resort is offering the perfect deal for a spring getaway, inviting your clients to take advantage of an incredible offer to save 40 percent on a 4-day, 4-night hotel and ticket vacation package starting at $1,388, after savings, based on a family of four. This limited-time offer includes: Four days of fun and park-to-park access to Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure, home to more than 50 immersive experiences across both theme parks – including soaring into the Forbidden Forest on the epic “story coaster” Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade and jumping into the action-packed

Alaska Airlines ordered to pay $3.2 million to wheelchair user's family in wrongful death lawsuit

Bernice Kekona fell down an escalator at the Portland, Oregon, airport in 2017, resulting in significant injuries that led to her death

FAA directs air carriers to inspect engines similar to the one that failed on the United Airlines flight

The Federal Aviation Administration on Tuesday directed air carriers to inspect all Pratt & Whitney engines similar to the one that dramatically failed on a United Airlines flight on Saturday

Spirit Airlines unveils 4 new routes to a brand-new destination

Spirit Airlines just became the latest carrier to add a slew of new routes, despite the pandemic. The Miramar, Florida-based carrier will add a brand-new dot to its route map — Louisville, Kentucky — with four daily routes launching May 27

Top 5 U.S. Destinations Americans Will Be Headed For Spring Break

With spring break right around the corner, vaccine rollout speeding up and the number of Covid-19 cases steadily dropping in the US, many Americans will be looking to escape the cold winter lockdowns they’ve had to endure. For many, international travel may be off the cards

Can I Travel Once I’m Vaccinated?

After you’ve been vaccinated for COVID-19, is it safe to travel? Where will you be able to go, and what will be required of you? Experts answer these questions and more

South Africa lands Conde Nast’s 2021 Best Holiday destination list

Conde Nast has listed South Africa as one of the top travel destinations for 2021 and has named a number of hotels in Cape Town and the Western Cape as must-stay locations for travellers

TSA to Hire 6,000 Officers Ahead of Predicted Summer Travel Surge

Ahead of an expected surge in summer travel, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is hiring 6,000 new security officers around the country

The Most Beautiful Places in Washington State

It’s no secret that the Pacific Northwest is one of the most stunning regions in the country. But let’s zoom in a little and take a closer look at Washington State, which is home to millions of acres of forest and 157 miles of dazzling shoreline

Planning a vacation with your COVID-19 bubble: Pick from private tours, camping, luxury options

Though no vacation offers an airtight bubble, keeping within a trusted group for transit, dining and lodging can reduce stress and risk

These are all the cruise lines that will require COVID-19 vaccinations for guests and crew

Over the last month, several cruise lines have started requiring crew members or guests to receive the COVID-19 vaccine prior to sailing

Carnival Cruise Line Just Removed All May 2021 Sailings

Carnival Cruise Line has removed all May 2021 sailings from its website. An announcement could be inevitable

5 Best Cruise Lines for Senior Citizens

Which cruise line is best for seniors? That really depends on what kind of senior you are. Some retirees are ready for adventure, looking to conquer the world (or check off bucket-list destinations) with extensive travels and new experiences

Universal Orlando’s Newest Hotel Starts at $77 a Night — but with Luxury Upgrades

The budget hotel is getting a major makeover at Universal Orlando. The new Endless Summer Resort — Dockside Inn and Suites features rooms starting at just $77 per night, with a mix of standard rooms and two-bedroom suites for larger familie

The Battle of Los Angeles

On February 23, 1942, only months after the United States entered World War II as a result of the attack on Pearl Harbor, a Japanese submarine fired on an oil refinery in Santa Barbara. Only minimal damage was inflicted, but concern over a possible invasion of the West Coast ran high. On February 24, 1942 reports of Japanese airplanes over Los Angeles began to come into military commands

Engine that endangered United flight has troubled history

The same Pratt & Whitney engine suffered similar blowouts twice before, and feds blamed weak inspections

Covid: Airline industry travel pass ready 'within weeks'

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) says it expects its digital Covid Travel Pass will be ready "within weeks". The pass is an app that verifies a passenger has had the Covid-19 tests or vaccines required to enter a country

Airlines planning to forward passenger COVID info to CDC for contact-tracing

An industry trade group said Friday that the carriers would turn over the information to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which could use it to contact passengers who might be exposed to the virus that causes COVID-19

Stop waiting for cruise deals — prices are on the rise

Airlines, hotels and resorts have been touting some crazy-low pricing in recent months to lure back travelers. But don’t count on similar markdowns from cruise lines. In fact, if you’re in the market for a cruise right now, you should brace yourself for higher prices

River cruising was gaining popularity when COVID-19 hit. Is the smaller-ship experience even more appealing now?

River cruising has seen a spike in interest over the last few years, but is ocean cruising's counterpart seeing a new rise in interest thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic? Maybe

Another Look at Why Cruises Should Be Sailing Already

One look at a picture is more than enough to make you wonder why cruising is not allowed right now. Cancun Airport recently showed no signs of social distancing or care for any COVID-19 related measures. The images and videos shared across the internet show thousands of people crammed together

Hotel Numbers Remained Grim in January

In January 2021, Hawai‘i hotels statewide reported continued declines in revenue per available room (RevPAR), average daily rate (ADR), and occupancy compared to January 2020 as tourism continued to be impacted significantly by the COVID-19 pandemic

Marriott Records First Annual Loss Since 2009: Any Hope for Hotels in 2021?

The COVID-19 pandemic has been especially hard on the hotel industry. But what should investors expect going forward

European travel stocks surge after UK announces its end-to-lockdown plan

European travel stocks soared on Tuesday morning as customers rushed to make new bookings after the U.K. announced its plan to end coronavirus restrictions

5 takeaways from Delta's CEO on the future of travel

Delta CEO Ed Bastian discussed the demand outlook, a vaccine requirement and future of travel, as the carrier looks towards recovery from the pandemic

The National Park Service's New App Makes Planning a Visit Easier Than Ever

The app will feature all 423 National Park Service units, eliminating the need to download individual apps for each park

6 Tips For Visiting D.C.’s Military Museums, Monuments, And Statues

How do you eat an elephant? The answer, you all know, is one bite at a time. Visiting Washington, D.C., can feel just as overwhelming. So once you’ve visited the White House, the Capitol, and the presidential memorials

The Destination You Should Visit Next, Based on Your Zodiac Sign

From a ruin-filled trip through Peru to a relaxing visit to the Amalfi Coast, Astrocartographer Maya White on where all of the zodiac signs should travel next

Dominican Republic Aims To Be The Safest Destination In The Caribbean

With an aggressive vaccination plan, the Dominican Republic is aiming to be the safest destination in the Caribbean

Guantánamo

On this day in 1903, the government of Cuba granted the United States a lease in perpetuity to Guantánamo Bay. By the end of the Spanish-American War, the United States has obtained control of all of Cuba from Spain. An American citizen, Tomás Estrada Palma, became the first President of Cuba. Palma signed with

I flew on the 2 largest US airlines in 2021 and couldn't believe how much better Delta was handling the pandemic over American

American Airlines and Delta Air Lines have different opinions about health and safety, with one choosing to block seats and the other filling planes

United Airlines flight safely lands after dramatic engine failure caught on camera

United Airlines flight 328 experienced a dramatic-looking engine failure just after takeoff from Denver International Airport on Saturday afternoon. Videos and images showed flames and smoke coming from the Boeing 777’s right engine

American Airlines Launching New Routes to Turks and Caicos, Saint Lucia

American Airlines is launching new routes from New York to both Providenciales, Turks and Caicos and Saint Lucia

How do cruise ships work?

Ever wonder how a cruise ship works? A new cruise ship costs well over one billion dollars, and will only last a cruise like around 20 years. There are then costs for maintenance, food, fuel and crew members

After a Lost Year, Cruise Lines Are Pulling Out All the Stops for 2021 — Here's What to Expect

We're all anxious to get back to sea. The proof? When Royal Caribbean put out a Facebook call for volunteers to help test out the line's stringent new COVID-19 protocols, more than 100,000 cooped-up explorers raised their

Crystal Cruises requiring COVID-19 vaccines for all passengers

Crystal Cruises announced it had updated its health and safety protocols to include a required vaccine for guests on Thursday

The Best New Hotel Openings of 2021

After months of closed doors and battened hatches, it’s a pleasant change of pace to write—optimistically, looking ahead to the start of spring—about new hotel openings for 2021

New hotel quarantine rules for air travellers are now in effect. Here's what you need to know

Beginning Monday, most air passengers entering Canada must comply with new travel measures, including a pricey hotel quarantine. The new regulations are off to a bumpy start, with complaints from some travellers that they can't get through on the government phone line to book their hotel

9 Tips For Organizing A Successful Group Trip

Exploring the world with a group of friends enhances your travel experiences while solidifying friendships along the way. From planning tools to hiring tour guides

U.S. travel restrictions with Canada and Mexico extended through March 21

DHS cites ongoing concerns with the COVID-19 pandemic, the extended restrictions affect land borders in the United States, Canada and Mexico

Delta provides at-home Covid test kits for departing passengers

Delta is making it easier for its US customers to navigate evolving travel requirements with new Covid testing options and digital tools

Los Cabos Tourism Recovery Now Leads Mexico Beach Destinations

Hotel occupancy plummeted across Mexico’s beach destinations in January but Los Cabos is fairing better than most. According to data published by the Ministry of Tourism, Los Cabos hotel occupancy was down the least when compared with other popular beach destinations

Top 10 ecotourism destinations around the world you need to visit

From Malaysia and Philippines to Sweden and Iceland, here is a round-up of the top best ecotourism destinations around the world

Virtual tours of Southeast Asia to get you ready for holidays again

Although Singapore, Bali and other Southeast Asian destinations are still closed to tourists, virtual tours will put you in the mood for when flying takes off again. Here are the some of the best

The United States Purchases Florida

Spain was losing its grip on its New World territories. Years of war and tension with England and France had left the Spanish empire without the means to firmly control its colonies. General Andrew Jackson, while fighting the First Seminole Wars against Native Americans in Georgia, had on occasion attacked and captured Spanish forts in Florida without provocation. When Spain was unable to retaliate, President John Monroe and his Secretary of State

American Airlines and JetBlue Begin Growth from New York and Boston with 33 New Routes, Joint Schedules and Codeshare Flights

New service from New York (JFK) to Latin America and the Caribbean begins in May. New domestic service from JFK and Boston (BOS) begins in June

Southwest Airlines encouraging 1 million acts of kindness with 50th anniversary campaign

Sometimes, the smallest things can make the biggest difference. Southwest Airlines is challenging its customers and crew to complete one million acts of kindness in celebration of the major airline’s 50th anniversary this year

Hilton expects all of its hotels to be open by the middle of this year

Hilton shared that it will have virtually all its properties open by the middle of this year and pointed to other signs of an imminent recovery

Ireland to Require Travelers From 20 Countries to Quarantine in Hotels

Visitors from countries including Austria and Brazil will be required to quarantine for up to 14 days at their own expense

Hawaii developing coronavirus vaccine passports to make travel easier: report

Hawaii is reportedly developing a program that will give fully vaccinated visitors the ability to travel around the islands without quarantining

Luggage brands are gearing up for the return to travel

The luggage category had a hard 2020. With travel heavily restricted, brands like Away and Rimowa saw a huge drop in sales. But now, with vaccinations rolling out and travel (slowly) returning, luggage brands are anticipating a return to growth over the next two quarters

'Green Book' inspires new generation of Black travel guides, podcasts

In the wake of the Oscar-winning movie and with nods to the book's heritage, modern authors highlight Black-owned businesses and travel experiences

The best sunny vacation destinations to dream about this winter

It's cold nearly everywhere in the United States this week. Here are our top dream-worthy -- and warm -- destinations to put on your must-visit list when the pandemic ebbs

25 trips of a life time: From camping in the Sahara to cycling among hippos in Eswatini

In our latest instalment, we look at Africa, which is up there among the best when it comes to memory-making destinations

Eco-friendly cruise ships to be powered by sails

French shipyard Chantiers de l'Atlantique is planning to construct cruise ships topped by striking 80 meter "eco-friendly" paneled sails, made of fiberglass and carbon

Largest Cruise Line So Far Requires Vaccinated Guests

Crystal Cruises has become the largest cruise line so far to announce that all guests must be vaccinated

Is Oceania Cruises’ Red Ginger the Finest Asian Restaurant at Sea?

Onboard restaurant Red Ginger exemplifies the gastronomic wizardry that Oceania Cruises is famed for. Here, we delve into the secrets behind its success

America Lands on Iwo Jima

Iwo Jima is five miles long and three miles across at its widest point. But in 1945, it housed three Japanese war ships and over 21,000 soldiers. On this date, three battalions of American soldiers took the island in a fierce fight, a decisive battle in World War II. By the 10th day of fighting, the Americans had still only taken half the island. Some 6,000 American lives were lost along with

U.S. Airlines Announce New Routes To The Dominican Republic

Multiple U.S. Airlines have announced new routes and increased flight connectivity to the Dominican Republic

Winter storm: 2,500-plus flights canceled; Austin airport reopens as Delta extends waivers

The airport in Austin, Texas, has reopened. Meanwhile, Delta has extended its waiver for the Plains States through Friday. Get the latest waiver info

Back on track: These 7 exciting hotels and attractions have new opening dates

The coronavirus pandemic caused delays in many projects important to the travel industry. But, these are back on track and scheduled to open this year

New hotel opening at Disney World now taking reservations

A new Marriott hotel opening this summer at Disney World is now taking reservations

Viking Cruises Extends Suspension Until June 2021

Viking Cruises has become the second cruise line in the last several days to extends its suspension on operations until summer 2021

P&O Cruises Names New Ship Arvia

P&O Cruises has revealed the name of its second LNG-powered Excel class ship. The ship, which will join the P&O Cruises UK six-ship fleet in December 2022, will be named Arvia

Disney Cruise Line announces new 'Star Wars' cruises for 2022

Cruise or do not, there is no try because Star Wars is coming back to the high seas. Disney Cruise Line announced it will offer more of its cruises themed to Star Wars with the popular Star Wars Day at Sea sailings in 2022

A&K Unveils New “Wings Over the World” Journeys for 2021-22

Abercrombie & Kent has announced new “Wings Over the World” Journeys, which enable a small group of travelers to explore an entire region while traveling aboard private air. These itineraries offer more time on the ground, instead of in transit, allowing guests to indulge

What to Pack for Traveling on Your Period

There are few things that throw a wrench in travel plans quite like getting your period. From a packing perspective, it can mean having to lug around supplies—or, worse, being forced to scramble for your favorite brand of tampons

Half of travellers would pay more for a less polluted vacation

A survey has revealed that the air quality of cities ranks highly among travellers looking to book trips in the post-Covid age

Travel to Hawaii during Covid-19: What you need to know before you go

If you’re planning to travel to Hawaii, here’s what you’ll need to know and expect if you want to visit during the Covid-19 pandemic

Travel to Mexico during Covid-19: What you need to know before you go

If you’re planning to travel to Mexico, here’s what you’ll need to know and expect if you want to visit during the Covid-19 pandemic

The Duke is Drowned

Duke of Clarence is a title traditionally awarded to junior members of British royal families. The first, George Plantagenet, was the brother of kings Edward IV and Richard III. Never happy with his status, George plotted with a number of co-conspirators to overthrow Edward IV and take the crown. Finally, Edward had him imprisoned and tried for treason. He was condemned to die by the

Airline passenger traffic fell last year to lowest number since 1984

U.S. passenger airline traffic fell 60.1% in 2020 to the lowest number since 1984 as the COVID-19 pandemic devastated demand for air travel, the U.S. Transportation Department said on Tuesday

US Airlines Come Back To The Top Of The Global Pack By Capacity

US airlines have come at the top of the global capacity. American, Delta, Southwest, and United Airlines came out as the top four US carriers. Chinese carriers followed, with a few other top players rounding out the top ten. Here’s a look at where airlines stand

The most optimistic U.S. airline prepares for a post-pandemic travel boom

Allegiant Air is preparing for a recovery in travel demand as more people get vaccinated

New Orleans’ French Quarter Gets Its First New Hotel in 50 Years

Two weeks before the holidays last December, New Orleans' French Quarter saw its first new hotel opening in more than 50 years. Located inside a former sugar factory in the 85-block area of the Vieux Carré, as the French Quarter

The best luxury hotels opening in 2021

Planning your great post-lockdown escape? From Brazil to St Barths, these are the hotels everyone is going to be talking about this year

Carnival's Cruise Brand to Start Season on March 20, 2021

Carnival’s cruise brand AIDA Cruises will be opening its Spring 2021 Cruise season on March 20. Originally scheduled to start earlier, the cruise line has been forced to postpone due to various restrictions placed on them by the German government and restricted travel opportunities

Canada's St. Lawrence Cruise Lines Confirms 2021 Season Is a Go

The only cruise option for Canadians in 2021, St. Lawrence Cruise Lines will operate its 2021 river cruise season as planned, catering exclusively to Canadian residents aboard the 32-cabin Canadian Empress

Thinking about your first post-pandemic family trip? Here's how to plan a Costa Rican adventure

Costa Rica is brimming with activities, and it provides a model of sustainable living that’s a better souvenir than anything you could take home

How the Maldives became the biggest 2020 international tourism success story

In most destinations, being a million tourists short over the previous year would be a huge cause for concern, the result of a horrible natural disaster. But that was before 2020, and before the coronavirus pandemic changed the way we travel forever

The 27 most brilliantly colourful places in the world

In every corner of the world, there are places that will make even the most seasoned travellers go ‘ooh’ and ‘aah’. They might be natural landmarks or manmade gardens, individual buildings or even entire towns. One thing that often unites these breathtaking destinations

Why winter is actually the perfect time to go birding in Colorado

Colorado’s winter landscape is the perfect backdrop for witnessing birds in their Sunday best

Museums Are Selling Virtual Classes and Tours to Boost Revenue During the Pandemic

Museums have been looking to boost revenue during lockdown by selling tickets to online exhibitions. How successful has this been

The pandemic will impact my travel strategy for a long time -- and that's a good thing

Before the coronavirus pandemic, I was accustomed to traveling very often and for very short periods of time. I frequently flew to Europe (or even Asia) for just a couple of nights, flew home for another night or two and then boarded another flight to the next destination

New Coronavirus Variants Postpone Recovery Of Leisure Travel

The spread of new coronavirus variants is postponing the recovery of leisure travel. Now the global airline industry says any solution must include digital vaccine passports

10 New Travel Advisories Issued By The U.S. In February

The pandemic has caused disruptions to travel plans for millions around the world, with either flight cancellations, quarantine orders or travel restrictions in effect for most nations. Whilst US citizens face a general warning not to travel, travel to specific nations come with more severe travel warnings

Geronimo Dies

In 1829, a Native American boy named Goyathlay was born to the Apache tribe in what was then Mexican territory, but would later be Arizona. He married and had three children. In 1851, a group of Mexican soldiers attacked his village while most of the men of the tribe were away. Goyathlay's wife and three children were murdered. The people of his village considered Goyathlay as man of supernatural powers - he soon turned his abilities

Airlines Partner With UNICEF To Prioritize Vaccine Deliveries

Emirates and other airlines are partnering with UNICEF to ensure that shipments of the COVID-19 vaccine are prioritized. Working with several partners, 16 major airlines and airline groups will help distribute the vaccine and essential related supplies to more than 100 countries worldwide

United launches "Travel Ready Center" so passengers can get COVID-19 test at airport

The digital platform allows passengers to do everything from check COVID-19 requirements to schedule a test at the terminal

American Airlines Announces New Routes for Summer

American Airlines announces plans for two new international routes, as well as two new domestic routes, this summer from Miami

First guests arrive at British quarantine hotels

Britain’s newly established quarantine hotels received their first guests on Monday as the government tries to prevent new coronavirus variants from derailing a fast-moving vaccination drive that has delivered more than 15 million shots in ten weeks

World’s coolest underwater hotels that are far from fishy!

Read on to find about the world's coolest underwater hotels, and start adding them to your bucket list. More on Times Travel

Carnival Details New Options for Cruises Seven Days or Less

Carnival Cruise Line is sending out a letter to guests regarding new flexible options for cruises that are seven days or less

Search for alternative fuels means ‘thinking big’, says MSC Cruises’ Director of Sustainability, Linden Coppell

‘The project we’re working on is looking at hydrogen,’ explains Linden Coppell, director of sustainability, MSC Cruises, ‘We need to understand more about it but we also need to make sure there’s a distribution and supply [network], and all those elements need to

Celebrity Cruises Unveils No-Fly Sailings to Europe For Celebrity Silhouette

The luxury vessel recently underwent extensive renovation as part of Celebrity Cruises’ $500 million Celebrity Revolution programme. Celebrity Cruises has released an extensive collection of no-fly cruise holidays to Europe in 2022, onboard its freshly renovated Celebrity Silhouette

See what it’s like to visit Prague on this virtual tour

Take a virtual tour of Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic, through these stunning photos

6 Gorgeous French Villages To Add To Your Travel List

These small French towns will transport you to a simpler way of life, rich with traditions that are sometimes hundreds of years old

The best tours to take round Spain (without leaving home)

A year after the pandemic began and the coronavirus crisis is still making travel impossible but that doesn't mean you can't use your free time to explore new places, enjoy Spain's rich cultural history or just revisit old favorites

The destinations open to travelers vaccinated against Covid-19

As the Covid-19 pandemic continues to wreak havoc on the travel industry, countless destinations around the world are rolling out vaccines to their most vulnerable citizens

10 ecotourism destinations that should be on your bucket list

From Malaysia and Philippines to Sweden and Iceland, here is a round-up of some of the best ecotourism destinations around the world

On the long road back to the airport: When we'll feel ready to travel after receiving our vaccines

We’re about to be on the road back to the airport. Soon, we’ll climb into our black Honda sedan and take Interstate 45 north into Houston, just like we’ve done hundreds of times before en route to Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to start other exciting adventures

Anthony Bourdain’s Posthumous Travel Guide Will Be Available This Spring

When Anthony Bourdain passed away in 2018, the entire culinary world felt the loss. Three years following his death, a posthumous novel about his life and travels is set to hit shelves, which was started by the chef and author prior to his passing and was finished

Tutankhamun's tomb is opened

Archaeologist and Egyptologist Howard Carter was a man obsessed. His studies revealed the existence of a little known or remembered Pharaoh, Tutankhamun, reigning in 1333–1324 BCE. But the evidence was scant, and the location of the Pharaoh's tomb, unknown. The only financing for excavations came from wealthy patrons. In 1907, Carter had the great fortune to be introduced to George Edward Stanhope Molyneux Herbert, 5th Earl of Carnarvon, an amateur Egyptologist. Carter was soon heading up all of Lord Carnarvon's digs in Egypt. He convinced Lord Carnarvon to allow him to look for Tutankhamun's tomb. Carnarvon agreed, but Carter's search turned over no new

CDC is not recommending a Covid-19 test requirement before domestic travel

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is not recommending a Covid-19 testing requirement before domestic air travel, the CDC tells CNN

Airline Vaccinations: Which Airlines Have Or Will Vaccinate Their Employees?

As vaccinations rollout in dozens of countries, many airlines and governments are keen to have their crew vaccinated first. Airline crew are not only at a high risk of contracting COVID-19 but their frequent contact with hundreds of passengers can allow them to potentially spread the virus

United Airlines Expands Hawaii Options With Three New Routes

United Airlines has announced new flights from the United States mainland to the Hawaiian Islands. The airline will add three new routes, including two completely new routes that have not been previously operated by another airline. The additional flights to Hawaii continue the industry-wide trend of expanding flight

How Will Americans Travel in 2021?

With 2020 in the rearview mirror, Americans are feeling hopeful about travel and taking much-needed vacations in 2021, but will vacations bounce back this year? We surveyed Americans to find out if they plan to travel this year and, if so, what their travel itineraries, budgets and accommodations look like for 2021

World Travel & Tourism Council to hold its Global Summit in April 2021

The highly-anticipated World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) 20th Global Summit, will now take place in April - one month later than the originally planned date

UK opens quarantine hotels, pushes on with vaccine drive

Britain's newly established quarantine hotels have received their first guests as the government tries to prevent new variants of the coronavirus derailing its fast-moving vaccination drive

7 Most Romantic Hotels In The World

If love is in the air, then it’s time to plan a romantic getaway. Depending on interests, romance may look a little different to each of us. While some consider a romantic hotel as one located in the most breathtaking of locales, others get excited over the prospect of a fine candlelit meal

Royal Caribbean Not to Cancel Any Canada and Alaska Cruises

Royal Caribbean will not cancel any cruises from or to Canada including to Alaska sailings. Looks at alternative arrangements

New Ship Preview: Holland America's Rotterdam

The Rotterdam will be the seventh ship in the history of the Holland America fleet to carry this name. The ship was originally named the Ryndam but Holland

Military Discount Cruises and Veteran Cruise Deals

An overview of which cruise lines provide military discounts and benefits, and what each line requires as proof of service

Here's Where to Drink the Best Natural Wine in France's Loire Valley

On my last trip to France's Loire Valley, back in March 2019, I did something I'd never done before: I visited several châteaux. The statement sounds ridiculous because castles are as common in the region as grains of sand on a beach—it's hard to not stay in one

Tips For Viewing The Northern Lights In Iceland

In the right season and at the right time of evening, you have a wonderful chance to see the northern lights in Iceland, especially with these pro tips

Skiing in the pandemic: Here's what a Colorado ski trip is like right now

USA TODAY Network writer David McKay Wilson headed to Breckenridge in Colorado for a much-needed week of skiing during the COVID-19 pandemic

Several US States Lifting Restrictions - What Travelers Need To Know

Whilst many states have recently loosened their dining restrictions, the threat of virus variants looms large

Remember the Maine!

William Randolph Hearst, the notorious newspaper baron, needed a war. His paper, the New York Journal, was in a pitched circulation battle with other newspapers. When the USS Maine exploded at anchor in the harbor in Havana, Cuba, Hearst saw his opportunity. Tensions were high between the United States and Spain. President William McKinley had ordered the ship there to protect American and national interests in

Spirit Airlines is hiring pilots and flight attendants again in hopes of pandemic recovery

Spirit plans to resume new pilot and flight attendant training courses next month for the first time since early in the pandemic.

US House committee approves another $14B for pandemic-hit airlines

A U.S. House committee on Thursday approved a proposal to give airlines another $14 billion in payroll assistance as part of a broader COVID-19 relief package that is working its way through Congress

White House meeting with airline execs as it considers testing domestic travelers for Covid

The White House is holding a meeting with major airline executives on Friday amid industry uproar over the possibility of testing domestic travelers for coronavirus, multiple sources tell CNN

Covid-19: How England's hotel quarantine will differ from Australia's

The BBC has seen a copy of the government's official requirements for hotel operators ahead of the policy starting on Monday. It spells out the rules for handling travellers for 11 nights of quarantine

Virgin Hotels Las Vegas announces March 25 opening

Virgin Hotels Las Vegas will open its doors on March 25. The company made the announcement Thursday evening. It has been a journey, but to finally reach this milestone and confidently announce our opening date would not be possible without

Travel+Leisure Highlights Underground Railroad Tour In Alexandria

Travel+Leisure is highlighting City Council member and Manumission Tour Company owner John T. Chapman in new video about his Underground Railroad tour

Museums bet on paid virtual tours during pandemic but will they catch on?

Take a guided tour of Elvis Presley's home from your sofa or marvel at old masters' paintings in The Met without visiting New York: museums, forced to adapt by the pandemic, are now offering paid virtual tours -- but how big a source of income will they become

Latest Cancun and Playa Del Carmen Travel Restrictions Tourists Need To Know

With spring break approaching, many travelers are going to be headed south to the popular tourist hotspots of Cancun, Playa Del Carmen and Tulum. Whether its your first time traveling to Mexico during the pandemic or your tenth, restrictions are constantly changing and there are things all travelers need to know before booking there trip

Travel report identifies top searched destinations for summer 2021

While the coronavirus may have inspired Americans to try staycations, there are just some destinations people are looking forward to traveling to more than others.

Croatia wants tourists to move there. These people are doing just that

While most European Union nations have kept their borders sealed against non-European visitors during the pandemic, Croatia has been welcoming arrivals from the United States and many other countries

What Happens If A Travel Voucher Expires Before Restrictions Are Lifted?

Just under a year ago, when COVID-19 emerged and spread rapidly across the world, many airlines had to collectively cancel thousands of flights and suspend service to numerous destinations. How these cancelations were handled varied from airline to airline

A 'pop-up' airport for electric aircraft could transform the way we think about urban travel

From bike sharing schemes and hydrogen buses to app-based ride hailing services booked using a smartphone, urban mobility is changing. With governments around the world attempting to phase out diesel and gasoline vehicles in favor of low and zero emission options, the infrastructure required to keep our towns and cities moving will also need to change

How a ‘Vaccine Passport' Could Open Up International Travel

Travel during the coronavirus pandemic has largely been halted. There are many types of travel restrictions, from mandatory quarantine periods, to required testing. Some countries might soon require proof of your vaccination to enter

MSC Cruise line reveals 'humanoid' robot bartender for new ship

Robots may be able to pour drinks, but can they listen to your troubles? The future of bartending is coming to MSC Cruises’ new flagship ship when the MSC Virtuosa launches later this year. The cruise line recently revealed details of its "immersive, futuristic" bar and entertainment experience – including a "humanoid" bartender

Norwegian Cruise Line Extends ‘Peace of Mind’ Policy

Norwegian Cruise Line has announced that it is extending three policies to help give guests flexibility and peace of mind when booking a cruise vacation

Cruise Ship COVID Outbreak Swiftly Dealt With

A relatively small cluster of COVID-19 cases onboard Mein Schiff 2 was swiftly dealt with by both the vessel and the Spanish authorities

Abraham Lincoln is born

On this day in 1809, the sixteenth President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln, was born in a one-room log cabin on Sinking Spring Farm in Hardin County, Kentucky. His education consisted of little more than 18 months of formal schooling, but he was an avid reader and focused on the law as a course of study. Admitted to the bar in 1837, he moved to Springfield, Illinois and began a law practice. He was elected

Airlines issue travel waivers as Winter Storm Shirley approaches mid-Atlantic region

American, Delta, JetBlue, Southwest and United have all issued waivers to prevent passengers and planes from becoming stranded on Thursday and Friday

Airlines can now pick their own routes across the Atlantic. Huge fuel savings could follow

Airlines are poised to reduce their emissions and reap huge fuel savings on transatlantic flights in the coming weeks as air traffic controllers experiment with giving pilots free rein to chart their own paths across skies that have been cleared out by the pandemic

Southwest Airlines urges Biden administration to not require COVID tests for domestic flights

Another airline CEO has urged the federal government to not make coronavirus testing mandatory for domestic flights

These Hotels Are an Integral Part of Black History

Hotels have always been more than just a place to sleep. The most storied accommodations come with a rich history, based on their location or guests that have passed through the doors. Many hotels with ties to Black history have long closed or been destroyed, but several still remain today

How these hotel brands you've never heard of are going to change your mind about luxury travel

Accor is changing the way we think about modern luxury hotels with its Delano, SLS and Faena properties

How Helicopter Tours Are Getting Guests Into the Sky During COVID-19

From more time with passengers to pivoting to new routes, pilots tell us how helicopter tours are evolving during the pandemic

4 Awesome Winter Road Trips to National Parks

We've put together regional road trip suggestions in various parts of the country to help you explore some of your area's lesser-known national parks during the least busy time of the year

Monaco Becomes a Featured Destination of International LGBTQ+ Travel Association

The Principality of Monaco announced that it has become a Featured Destination of the International LGBTQ+ Travel Association (IGLTA) for 2021. The principality became a member of the association in 2015

The 10 Best Places to Travel Alone as a Woman

As of press time, the COVID-19 pandemic is still making all but the most essential travel impossible. However, for many people, the ban has merely strengthened their resolve to travel once we can safely do so again

White House weighs domestic travel restrictions as variant cases spike in Florida

The Biden administration is reportedly considering whether to impose restrictions on domestic travel in an effort to curb the spread of COVID-19 and target new variants of the disease that are spreading quickly in states like Florida

Fully vaccinated people can skip Covid quarantines, CDC says

People who have been fully vaccinated against coronavirus -- right now that means with two doses of either the Pfizer/BioNTech or Moderna vaccine -- can skip quarantine if they are exposed to someone infected with the virus, CDC said Wednesday

Biden Administration Says Mandatory COVID-19 Testing for Domestic Travel Is an 'Active Conversation'

Biden administration officials are looking into the possibility of requiring COVID-19 testing for domestic travelers

Why Hasn't My Alaska Cruise Been Cancelled?

After Canada says no to cruises until 2022, many cruisers wonder why their 2021 Alaska sailings have yet to be cancelled. Cruise Critic explains

Carnival Cruise Line Reveals Details on New Food and Beverage Outlets

Carnival Cruise Line has revealed details on new food and beverage outlets for the La Piazza zone on their newest and largest cruise ship, Mardi Gras

Alaskan Delegation Responds to Canada’s Cruise Ship Ban

Alaska’s elected officials responded to Canada’s year-long ban on large cruise ships and pleasure crafts by calling the action “unexpected” and “unacceptable” due to the extensive damage it would cause to the state’s economy

Thomas Edison is born

1,093 patents were issued to Thomas A. Edison during his lifetime, the last at age 83. He was born February 11, 1846 in Milan, Ohio. He was nothing short of practical, saying once that he never wasted time inventing things people did not want to buy. Almost deaf since childhood, he famously remarked that genius was "one percent inspiration and 99% perspiration." He invented the phonograph in 1877, the incandescent electric

United Airlines orders electric vertical aircraft, invests in urban air mobility SPAC

United Airlines is joining other investors backing Archer, a start-up developing electric aircraft that take off and land vertically

Travel agent stole over $100,000 from clients: prosecutors

Ultimate Travel owner Colleen Kosiek pocketed money intended to pay for travel arrangements such as airline tickets, prosecutors said

US considers Covid-19 testing requirement for domestic air travel

The Biden administration is considering a rule that would require negative Covid-19 test results for domestic air travel in the United States, according to Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg

House Democrats' draft coronavirus relief legislation includes $15B for U.S. airlines

House Democrats' draft legislation for the next coronavirus relief package includes $15 billion for U.S. airlines, a contrast from President Biden’s original $1.9 trillion proposal, which included no funds for airlines

Web Exclusive: Embark Beyond Finds the Top New Hotels for ‘21

The new year brings optimism that travelers will return to hotels as COVID-19 vaccines become widely available and distributed, and lockdowns and travel Embark Beyond

Marriott Picks Up 19 Resort Hotels From Sunwing Travel Group

Marriott International Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) is absorbing 19 properties from Blue Diamond Resorts in the Caribbean and Latin America as part of an agreement with the hotelier's parent company, Toronto-based Sunwing Travel Group

Covid-19: Travellers face £1,750 cost for England quarantine hotels

People arriving in England from Covid hotspots also face £10,000 fines or jail if they break the rules

Carnival Cruise Line Cancels More Sailings for Two Ships

Two Carnival cruise ships are being suspended even further into June for one and as far back as September for another

Mexico Invites Cruise Lines to Sail from Cozumel

Tired of waiting for the U.S. to allow cruise lines to once again sail in Caribbean waters? The Mexican island of Cozumel is reaching out to Europe-based cruise lines and promoting itself as a home port

Alaska Officials Pledge to Find Solution for Cruises Following Canada Ban Extension

Alaska officials are working 'to find a path forward' for cruises in its waters after Canada announced it was extending its ban on cruise ships until Feb. 28, 2022. "Upon hearing the announcement, we immediately reached out to Canadian and American agencies to try to understand the rationale behind this decision

4 Vacations That Make Adventure Travel Feel Luxurious

Adventure tours can conjure images of dusty hiking boots, sweaty safari hats, and sleeping bags filled with the scent of “I’m in the bush and I haven’t showered in a week.” This doesn’t have to be the case. Ditch the tent and travel luxuriously! The best way to elevate your holiday is to book a tour

The Best Honeymoon Ideas for Every Type of Couple

A honeymoon, in theory, should be a once-in-a-lifetime trip. And the best honeymoon destinations are so memorable, couples will want to rehash them for anniversaries to come. But what counts as “the perfect honeymoon” is as subjective as “the perfect dress” or “the perfect guest list"

Which Airlines Ceased Operations In 2020?

Undoubtedly COVID decimated the airline industry. With no income and high fixed costs, by rights, almost all carriers should have gone bust. However, thanks to the support of governments and airlines’ own refinancing efforts, the list of casualties for 2020 stands at just 34 airlines

CNN Travel chooses Egypt as one of the best mid-pandemic travel destinations

CNN Travel has named Egypt as one of the best destinations to visit during the coronavirus pandemic, according to a report published by the organization

Top 10 Destinations Americans Will Be Headed For Spring Break

Here are the top 10 destinations Americans will be headed to for Spring Break according to internet searches for March and April

Offbeat Vietnam—going beyond the usual tourist trail

If you are ready to experience the off-the-beat route in Vietnam, here are some of the spots that you should definitely not miss. More on Times Travel

The Twenty-Fifth Amendment Ratified

In 1965, United States Senator Birch Bayh proposed an amendment to the United States Constitution that would definitively set forth the plan of succession in the event of the death or incapacity of the President. The language of the Constitution was deemed ambiguous. Precendent suggested that the Vice-President

Despite huge losses, US airlines are rolling in cash

The US airline industry just closed the books on the worst year in its history, losing a combined $32 billion excluding special items. Yet it still ended 2020 awash in an ocean of cash

Delta extends middle seat policy

The airline has been offering more space through seat blocking while also reducing the number of people on board each flight since April 2020, the airline said in a statement

US To Decide Whether To Extend Airline Support Until October

The newly installed Biden administration in Washington may turn out to be the airline industry’s new best friend. There are reports a House Committee in Washington will meet this week to consider extending payroll support through to September 30

This, not that: Why to book hotels instead of Airbnbs during the pandemic

A good hotel room is a portal to a calmer world. Close that door at the end of the day, draw the curtains, and you could be literally anywhere: Your only reality is the ambiance of the room’s aesthetic

What will the future of convention hotels look like?

The arrival of COVID-19 forced many hotels to close their doors as travel came to a screeching halt last spring. Among those that have been some of the hardest hit are convention hotels, due to postponed or outright cancelled events and group gatherings that are at the core of the business

180-Day World Cruise Sells Out In a Single Day!

It seems everyone is in need of Oceania Cruises’ 180-day world cruise that departs in 2023. The epic voyage has sold out in a single day! By the time the cruise departs the industry will no doubt be back to some normality and that confidence remains in the sector

The 10 Best Cruises for Every Occasion

For many travelers, there’s no better place to celebrate a special occasion than onboard a ship. Though cruise travel is largely on hold due to COVID-19—you can find our latest coronavirus coverage here

Strongest hint yet that Australian cruising is coming back

The minister in charge of Australia’s tourism portfolio has made the most encouraging remarks in a year about the return of cruise ships to Australian waters, sparking a wave of optimism among operators

Why We Travel to Celebrate

When my father turned 60, I sent him a letter with this proposition: You choose the destination, I'll fund the trip. What would he pick, I wondered. Croatia? Japan? Madagascar

More than half of Americans plan to rebook canceled trips, says travel survey

While the coronavirus pandemic still presents itself as a problem for the travel and hospitality industry, a new survey suggests Americans are not giving up on their vacation plans

Reinventing Sri Lanka: As the country reopens to international travelers, the tourism industry ponders its future

A year ago, Dinesh Perera and his friends owned and operated the only two LGBTQ-friendly accommodations in Colombo: Mahasen by Foozoo and Mahasen Terrace by Foozoo. Both hotels sat opposite each other on Mahasen Mawatha, a quiet road in a residential neighborhood in Colombo

11 Unexpected Destinations for a Bachelor or Bachelorette Party

Vineyard hop in Portugal, hike the Isle of Skye, and sleep in the Arabian desert at these surprising bachelorette party destinations

See Europe in Luxury With This Historic Train’s Stunning New Suites and Routes

In 2021, the Simplon-Orient-Express will expand to include even more destinations for railway-bound travelers, including Rome, Florence, Geneva, Brussels, and Amsterdam

John Quincy Adams becomes President

In the Presidential election of 1824, none of the four candidates received a majority of the electoral votes. The race for the office of the 6th President of the United States came down to John Quincy Adams and Andrew Jackson. Speaker of the House Henry Clay, one of the other candidates, threw his vote to Adams, and the House of Representatives

The new world's longest flight is getting an upgrade as Singapore Airlines builds back up in the US — see inside the luxurious plane

Singapore Airlines is pressing forward to build back up its US route network despite a lull in international travel due to the pandemic. January 18 saw the start of daily flights to Los Angeles, New York, and San Francisco from Singapore after only offering a skeleton service of three weekly flights

Several airlines create exemptions for mask mandate following CDC order

Several airlines in the U.S. are now allowing some passengers to fly without masks if they meet certain qualifications

The US Airline Fleet That Made It Out Intact: United Airlines

United Airlines has maintained a pretty intact fleet. The carrier was the only one of the big three not to withdraw hundreds of planes from its fleet. While some may question the move, the airline’s executives are not very concerned about its large fleet

18 boutique hotels join Preferred Hotels & Resorts

When you’re a points and miles seeker, it’s all too easy to skip over hotels and resorts that aren’t part of your preferred loyalty program. But, you run the risk of missing out on boutique properties that are special

This Hotel in Hawaii Just Got a Tropical Makeover That Was Made for Instagram

Kaimana Beach Hotel, located on Waikiki along the Gold Coast of Honolulu, is ready to welcome guests once again. And this time, guests to the 50-year-old hotel will get to experience the hotel with its new look thanks to a handful of Hawaiian creatives

The World’s 10 Biggest Cruise Ships

Cruise ships, over the last few decades, haven’t just grown in number, but also in size. Today's biggest ships are nearly three times bigger than the 1988-built Sovereign of the Seas, considered the world’s first mega cruise ship

Will We See Cruise Ships Homeport in Cozumel?

The popular cruise destination of Cozumel in Mexico is looking into possibly becoming a cruise homeport for some ships

Carnival Retracts Prematurely Released Cruise Protocols

Carnival Cruise Line is apologizing for having prematurely posted information regarding its health and safety protocols

Would-be tourist uses fake ‘essential worker’ job letter to travel

Irish police realized the letter was phony and the would-be holiday goer was fined about $600, the Sun reported

6 Unexpected Kid-friendly Destinations That Offer Plenty of Adventure, History, and Culture

From Fiji to Uganda to Patagonia, these unexpected kid-friendly destinations around the world offer experiences the whole family will enjoy

Top travel destinations based on this year's hottest movies

Get some travel inspo from the world of cinema as we reveal the locations behind Black Widow, Supernova, Nomadland and In The Heights

Tahiti's sudden tourism restrictions provide a lesson to people who can't wait to travel

The French government suspended tourism to French Polynesia, Saint Martin and other territories to prevent the spread of new transmissible Covid-19 variants

South Korea's all-purple Banwol Island is a photographer's dream

A South Korean farming community has reinvented itself by transforming into an attraction perfect for the Instagram era

Stroll through Rome (virtually) on a day's walking tour

This one-day walking tour will take you through some of the highlights of Rome's ancient glory, and hopefully fuel your desire to return to one of

7 Unique Ways to Experience National Parks

From a glass-domed train to downhill skiing, these are some of our favorite adventures in our national parks. Bonus: they get you off the beaten path, too

Mary Queen of Scots is beheaded

For 19 years Mary Stuart lived in gentle confinement, the "guest" of Queen Elizabeth I. Mary Queen of Scots' impetuous nature and boldness kept her in trouble with her royal relations. She had conspired in the death of her husband with her lover, the act for which she was driven from Scotland. Under the laws of succession, she had a claim to the throne of England greater than that of

Canada extends cruise ship ban to early 2022

Canada said Thursday it was extending a ban on cruise ships entering its waters through February 2022 because of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic

How to find out if your flight has been canceled far in advance

A look at how to determine if an airline schedule change means that your future flight will be canceled, even if your itinerary is still intact

Alaska Airlines To Begin Using VeriFly's Health Passport

Alaska Airlines is set to begin using the VeriFLY health passport. The airline is soon to join the oneworld alliance, whose members American Airlines and British Airways are already using the app

A look at the startup airlines entering the market in 2021

FTE looks into startup carriers entering the global market in 2021, and how the COVID-19 pandemic could present new opportunities for launching an airline

The world's most breathtaking clifftop hotels

There can be little doubt that some of the most breathtaking hotel properties in existence happen to be perched dramatically on top of cliffs

How COVID-19 Has Changed Hotel and Restaurant Design, According to Experts

The COVID-19 pandemic has had far-reaching economic effects in addition to the tragic loss of life over the past year. The hospitality industry has been hit particularly hard, with airlines cutting flights and flying half-empty planes, restaurants closing or barely staying afloat

9 Best California Wine Tours for Learning, Sipping, and Sightseeing

Large swaths of beautiful California countryside are dedicated to the production of wine, with boutique and big-name wineries alike producing some of the most famous varietals in the world

Hawaii visitors happy with trips despite virus restrictions

A survey conducted by the Hawaii Tourism Authority has found that visitors to the islands between late December and early January were pleased despite limitations caused by the coronavirus pandemic

You Can Now Take a Virtual Tour of Club Med La Rosière in the French Alps

All these times we’ve been suppressed with round-a-clock travel restrictions since the last holiday season, it may now seem that our hope for better days is currently pending. And a recent flagship opening of Club Med La Rosière in the French alps has just proved

20 Fastest Growing Vacation Destinations in the US

Travelling has always been one of the best ways to spend some free leisure time with your loved ones and break away from the monotony of life. Since the beginning of this century tourism industry has flourished and there has been an increasing mindset of people

Canada Suspends All Sun-Destination Flights, Enacts Hotel Quarantine

Canada grounds all sun-destination flights, enacts mandatory testing on arrival and hotel quarantine, plus more additional travel restrictions

Should You Book Travel Now For Later In 2021? What You Need To Know

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to rage across the globe, non-essential travel is still off the table. But many would-be travelers are holding out hope for later this year

Would you give up more of your privacy to travel?

Your phone is tracking your location. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) knows your travel plans before you even show up at the airport. An app on your phone may unlock your hotel room

When will international travel return? Here's what we know right now

The number of people busting out of their countries will start creeping up this spring and rise higher by mid-year, travel industry experts predict, as vaccines and risk-based safety measures are rolled out more widely

When will it be safe to cruise again? These signs that will help you decide when to sail

Travel industry watchers say most people won't feel completely safe on a cruise ship until fall. What has to happen first

Two U.S. Cruise Lines Will Require Passengers To Be Vaccinated

Two U.S cruise lines have recently announced that they will be moving to make vaccinations mandatory for passengers

The Tybee Bomb is Lost

Somewhere off the coast of South Carolina on the bottom of a shallow channel lies an 11-foot-long canister. Written on it, a serial number: "No. 47782." It is a fully functional hydrogen bomb, lost by the US Military fifty years ago. On February 5, 1958, a B-47 bomber collided with a fighter plane during exercises. The bomber jettisoned its cargo: a 7,600 pound hydrogen bomb known as the Tybee Bomb. The Navy and Air Force began

Crude oil at one-year highs is just one of the many problems airlines face, portfolio manager warns

West Texas Intermediate crude touched highs not seen since January 2020, setting airlines up for a quandary — absorb that cost or pass it on to a consumer already wary of flying during a pandemic

Airlines will now allow passengers to fly without masks after Biden's mandate allows for medical exemptions

Federalizing the mask mandate meant that some airlines have to relax their mask rules for passengers with medical reasons to go without a mask

Alaska Airlines Is Giving Away 100 Flights to Reunite Couples Separated by the Pandemic

Alaska Airlines announced on Wednesday, it is giving away 100 free flights to reunite couples who have been apart during the pandemic through its new Booking for Love sweepstakes

Virgin Hotels is opening 3 hotels in 2021

Virgin Hotels, which currently has properties in Chicago, Dallas and Nashville, has provided an update on when it plans to open additional properties in its pipeline

Ten escapist hotels featuring luxury cabins nestled in the countryside

A new wave of hotels is offering guests the chance to sleep in individual cabins set amid spectacular landscapes instead of in a traditional building with corridors. Here's our selection of 10 of the most interesting cabin hotels

MSC Cruises Now Plans to Resume Sailings in May 2021

MSC Cruises has followed other major cruise lines by canceling cruise operations in the U.S. for even longer. The extension impacts three MSC cruise ships originally planning on resuming cruises from two major Florida homeports

These U.S. Cruise Lines Will Require Passengers Be Vaccinated Before Boarding

Starting July 1, the American Queen Steamboat Company and its sister company Victory Cruise Lines will require all guests and crew to be vaccinated against COVID-19 for all sailings

Princess Cruises Announces Launch of New Sports Betting Service onboard Ships

Passengers will be able to wager on major sports competitions in real-time during their voyage with Princess Cruises

Travel is getting harder - and pricier

New variants of coronavirus, and new restrictions by the U.S. government has travel again getting more complicated and in some case, more expensive

Travel ups Covid risk — here’s how many people have been traveling during the pandemic anyway

Despite urging from the Centers for Disease Control to avoid travel during the pandemic, 45% of people have taken trips since March, according to a new survey from credit card review site The Points Guy

Which countries welcome American vacationers – and which are safest to visit?

Countries have begun vaccinating citizens against COVID-19, but that doesn't mean they're letting their guard down – or opening their borders – just yet, especially after a deadly winter and the emergence of variants of the coronavirus in the United Kingdom, South Africa and Brazil

Expedia: Cancun, Riviera Maya Lead Spring Travel Demand

American travelers are eyeing Cancun and the Mexican Caribbean for spring getaways, according to a new report from travel giant Expedia. The Riviera Maya, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, Cancun and Isla Mujeres were the most-searched-for destinations on the company’s platforms for spring getaways

'Travel shamer' has change of heart as COVID-19 pandemic drags on

A former travel shamer has a change of heart after never leaving her home and still her family caught COVID-19

Tourism Australia reveals 2021 travel bucket list

From showcasing the oldest continuous living culture on earth, to boasting a reef so vast that you can see it from space, and lakes that turn pink, there are plenty of highlights to see in this great land of ours

George Washington Elected President

There were giants in those days. The Electoral College unanimously elected Washington, the only time a president has received 100% of the vote, in 1789 with John Adams elected as his vice president. He was not a member of a political party. Washington took office on April 30, 1789, and at first declined and then eventually accepted a salary of

Airlines add new mask exemptions following federal mandate

As of Feb. 2, 2021, travelers are now required by law to wear a mask when traveling on airplanes, trains, buses, taxis and rideshare services in the United States. Previously, all U.S. airlines mandated face coverings of some sort, and anyone who refused to comply could be met with a temporary or permanent flying ban

Airlines bear the brunt of catching COVID rules-dodging passengers

The pandemic has saddled airlines with yet another job — validating passengers' coronavirus tests, without which they're not allowed to travel to a growing number of countries. That's an increasingly fraught process, with Europol saying this week that criminal gangs have been involved in falsifying negative tests

Four travelers eat 66 pounds of oranges to avoid extra airline fees

Four travelers probably never want to see an orange again after reportedly devouring 66 pounds of the citrus fruit at a Chinese airport to avoid paying extra airline fees

7 ways hotels are changing because of coronavirus

In the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, hotels were forced to adapt their policies to keep both guests and employees safe. While some of these new practices — like extending benefits for hotel rewards programs — are short-term solutions to an emergency

The World’s Best Hotels For Close-Up Animal Encounters

I must admit that I am somewhat animal crazy. Wherever I travel, I check out what animal experiences I can enjoy nearby. I love to get close and personal with anything from the animal kingdom that lives locally

Two more cruise lines announce vaccine requirement

Make that three cruise operators that will require all passengers to get a COVID-19 vaccine before cruising. Indiana-based river line American Queen Steamboat Company and sister brand Victory Cruise Lines on Tuesday Feb. 2 became the first North American cruise brands to announce that passengers will need to show proof

What are the best cruise lines and ships? Vote now

Cruising is among the most popular ways to see the world. Unpack once and take in the sights of the world’s rivers and seas from your floating hotel. More than 29 million people cruised in 2019, aboard more than 50 cruise lines sailing in all seven regions

The Sixteenth Amendment Ratified (Income Tax)

On February 3, 1913, the Sixteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution was ratified by the United States Congress, allowing the Federal government to collect a tax based on income. While the Constitution give the Congress the power of taxation, a Supreme Court case had held that direct

An Estimated 13000 American Tourists Still Arriving in Cancun Daily

According to ASUR, the airport group which runs the Cancun International Airport, an estimated 13,000 American passengers are still arriving daily. On Monday, a total of 100 flights arrived carrying over 15,000 international passengers. 87 of the flights were from the United States

Which Countries Accept Vaccinated Travellers?

As countries globally begin their vaccine drives, travel restrictions are slowly being lifted. A handful of countries have already started lifting their quarantine requirements for passengers, (re)opening new destinations. Here’s which countries are opening

Incredible Travel Photographer of the Year 2020 pictures revealed

While the prospect of travel was mostly out of reach for the majority of us in 2020, entries to the Travel Photographer of the Year (TPOTY) have provided great inspiration for future dreams and voyages

Tahiti and Bora Bora Close For All Tourism Until Further Notice

French Polynesia, including the islands of Tahiti and Bora Bora, have re-closed their borders for all international tourism as Feb 2, 2021

American Airlines CEO tells employees to brace for furlough warnings

American Airlines workers should brace for another round of furlough warnings as the airline expects to remain overstaffed on April 1, when U.S. aid for industry workers expires, Chief Executive Doug Parker said

5 Airlines with Premium Economy Cabins Worth Splurging On

Our favorite premium economy seats that are worth spending extra money on, plus how to determine when to upgrade

Winter storm: New York airports play catch-up after region gets more than 15 inches of snow

The New York City area, which saw upwards of a foot of snow Monday, is expected to get snow showers Tuesday as the airports try to clear backlogs

Saying goodbye to the hotels that closed due to COVID-19

It’s been a year since we all first heard the words “novel coronavirus,” and the pandemic has lasted longer than many of us had expected. Hotels worldwide have struggled to keep their doors open

These Are the Best U.S. Hotels for Your Future Post-Pandemic Travel

U.S. News just released its annual list of the best hotels in the United States to visit in 2021, ideally after the pandemic has eased up around the nation

CDC to Make Masks Mandatory for Cruise Terminals and Cruise Ships

The CDC has announced face masks are mandatory on all forms of transportation within the U.S., including aboard cruise ships and inside cruise

Ports, communities feeling financial strain without cruises

One year ago, Fishlips Waterfront Bar and Grille in Port Canaveral would bustle with patrons who came out to watch the cruise ships go by. It wouldn’t be uncommon for there to be two or three moored at the various terminals just a stone’s throw away

10 Can't-Miss Outdoor Activities Near Moab, Utah

The mighty Colorado River cuts a path through Moab, providing a cool oasis of fun in this gorgeous desert landscape. Whether you want to explore on your own or take a guided tour

Discover These Dog-Friendly Travel Destinations in Costa Rica

Costa Rica is an amazingly dog-friendly place! You can go anywhere with a pup, including restaurants, bars, beaches, and shopping centers. If you’re up for some dog-friendly travel, it should definitely be on your bucket list

How to visit Green Book sites where Black travelers once found refuge

Published from 1936 to 1967, the Green Book guides included more than 10,000 sites, but only about 3% still stand

EgyptAir offers 50% discount on over 35 destinations for Valentine's Day

EgyptAir has announced a 50 percent discount on over 35 international destinations for all flights on February 14-16 due to Valentine’s Day

Instagram vs. reality: How social media and travel are linked

For better or worse, social media has dramatically changed the way we connect - both with each other as individuals, and with the world around us. When it comes to travel, social media can be a gateway to the globe

The top cheap places to travel in spring 2021

Oh, yes, it's time for the travel itch to be unleashed after holing up for more than a year during the pandemic. If you're looking for a sun-soaked paradise or are in pursuit of refreshing fun in the snow, there's always a destination that you might work on your budget

The Incorporation of New Amsterdam (NYC)

The Dutch first explored the New York Bay area of the Americas in search of highly prized beaver pelts. They established a Fort Amsterdam in 1625 to protect the entrance to the Hudson River on Manhattan Island. The Dutch West India Company placed Peter Minuit in charge of the settlement

1,600+ flights canceled Monday as airlines issue waivers due to mid-Atlantic snowstorm

Travel in and out of the Washington, D.C.-area is generally covered through Monday while cities like New York and Boston are covered through Tuesday

CDC requires face masks on airlines, public transportation

Travelers on airplanes and public transportation like buses and subways will be required to wear face masks starting next week to curb the spread of COVID-19

How Did 2020 Turn Out Financially For Major US Airlines?

Most US airlines have already reported their 2020 financial results. Unsurprisingly, every carrier struggled amid a weak demand environment that led to steep losses and drastic cuts in capacity. Simple Flying takes a look at airline results from 2020

The Most Romantic Hotels In The World

Situated on a 3.5-mile lagoon of crystal-clear water with uninterrupted 360° views of the Indian Ocean on the island of Medhufaru, part of an uninhabited five-island cluster in the Noonu Atoll, Soneva Jani is one of the dreamiest, most remote resorts in the world

Many fancy hotels are just opening in South Florida. They want to wow you with food, spas and lots more.

Dozens of new hotels are opening all across South Florida this year — ready for the day that pandemic-averse travelers decide to take those long-awaited vacations

Should We Forget About the 2021 Alaska Cruise Season?

Should we forget about the 2021 Alaska cruise season? Find out what the current situation is and which cruise lines are still set to sail

CDC issues order requiring masks on cruises

The cruise industry adopted face masks for passengers as policy months ago, but the CDC now will require it going going forward. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued an order that goes into effect beginning February 1

Criminals are selling fake Covid test results as they look to profit from travel restrictions

Illicit sales of fake negative Covid-19 test results are becoming more widespread as criminals look to profit from travel restrictions, according to Europol

Niagara Falls USA hosting travel trade webinar series

Destination Niagara USA invites members of the travel trade to stay informed of the latest Niagara Falls USA updates and offerings with a series of educational webinars launching in February

Everything You Need to Know About Travel in 2021

Just because we haven’t been traveling doesn’t mean our favorite destinations weren’t busy creating new adventures, thinking more sustainably, and capitalizing on the pandemic-driven outdoor boom

How travelers help to protect the Outer Islands of the Seychelles

Remote and beautiful, the 72 Outer Islands of the Seychelles are largely untroubled by the pressures of tourism, but with environmental concerns growing, travelers are helping preserve this unspoiled slice of paradise.

Singapore’s tourist arrivals fell 85% to 2.7 million, lowest in 4 decades due to COVID-19

Visitor arrivals to Singapore plummeted to 2.7 million last year, the lowest in about four decades, following unprecedented global travel restrictions and border closures amid

New York's Grand Central Station Opens

Grand Central Terminal ("Station" is not a part of its official name) at 42nd Street and Park Avenue in Midtown Manhattan was built by the New York Central Railroad. The terminal represents the largest train station in the world gauged by the number of tracks. Grand Central contains restaurants, delis, bakeries, news stands, a gourmet and fresh food market, and more than thirty retail stores. The clock on the front of the building contains

Wellness Travel Specialist Course Launched to Educate and Enable Agents to Serve Growing Market

FRAMINGHAM, MA, February 1, 2021 – The Travel Institute and Wellness Tourism Association have released a newly created Wellness Travel Specialist course to enable agents to meet the demands of a growing traveler segment focused on incorporating healthful elements into their travel plans. The appeal of wellness travel, which has been referred to as a “paradigm shift” in traveler preferences, has been on the rise for close to a decade with the pandemic expected to further accelerate traveler interest. Wellness tourism, the intersection of the tourism industry and the wellness market, grew twice as fast as tourism overall in recent years and, in 2018, was forecast to grow to a $919B USD market by 2022

Over 200 flights on American Airlines' regional carrier canceled after temporary FAA grounding

PSA Airlines, one of American Airlines' largest operators of regional flights, has been "temporarily grounded" by the Federal Aviation Administration for an inspection issue on nearly all of its planes, according to an internal email obtained by CNN

United Airlines Launches COVID-19 Preclearance Program for Travelers to Hawaii

United Airlines plans to give cleared passengers a wristband to bypass document screening at Hawaiian airports

King George III Dies

George III was the third British monarch of the House of Hanover, all of whom were of German, not British, descent. In fact, he was the first of the Hanovers to actually be born in Britain and speak English as his first language. But his reign was not an easy one, marked by decisive military struggles. Early in his reign, England defeated France in the Seven Years' War, setting the stage for Great Britain’s

Hotels Move To Provide On-Site Testing For Guests Under New Travel Restrictions

The COVID-19 pandemic continues to create more problems for the travel industry. Recently, President Joe Biden signed an executive order renewing certain travel restrictions with increased cases. The CDC now requires all international visitors

Three Top Turks and Caicos Hotels Add Testing Sites

Three of the top hotels in Turks and Caicos have added testing sites for travelers, Caribbean Journal has learned. The Shore Club, The Palms and The Sands, all Hartling Group Resorts, have added designated rapid-testing locations

Eco travel in 2021: 5 destinations doing their part

Over the last year, we’ve all had time to reflect on what’s important to us and how we might change some of our habits in the future. For some, that could be giving Veganuary a try. For others, it could be a promise to themselves to take sustainability

Thailand arrests 89 foreign tourists for violating Covid-19 rules

Thai police arrested 89 foreigners on suspicion of breaching coronavirus restrictions after raiding a party at a bar on a popular resort island in southern Thailand, police told CNN on January 29

How these parents travel the world with 3 kids

In 2015, we sold everything we owned and set off for what we thought would only be a few months of travel, but those few months turned into three years

Travel Health Apps Take Flight

Now that effective COVID-19 vaccines are rolling out in many parts of the world, and with testing becoming a regular feature of pandemic era travel, attention is turning to how travelers can prove they are free from, or protected against, the deadly virus which has claimed more than three million lives worldwide

Disney Imagineer Gives Tour Of EPCOT’s France Expansion

While we continue to patiently await the opening of the new EPCOT France Pavilion extension and Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, which transforms riders by “shrinking them to rat-size,” we have gotten our first behind-the-scenes glimpse of the pavilion

Princess Cruises Announces 111-Day World Cruise in 2023

Princess Cruises has announced a new 2023 world cruise roundtrip itinerary from North America, visiting 50 destinations across 31 countries and six

Cruise industry says successful Asian voyages during pandemic show they are COVID-safe

The cruise industry says it is ready to return to Aussie waters after months of successful COVID-safe voyages in Asia, and this is how it’ll look

Low-cost airlines may be 'better positioned' for 2021 challenges

As the world races to roll out mass vaccination programs to combat Covid-19, analysts say more carriers will likely go bust this year and pre-pandemic demand won’t be returning anytime soon. But there could be one bright spot: Low-cost airlines that mostly fly domestic routes

Amsterdam Wants to Ban Weed for Tourists

It’s one of the freak phenomena of lockdown, akin to wild boar rampaging through Barcelona or mountain goats roaming the Welsh town of Llandudno—but in the case of the Red Light District, as Amsterdam’s medieval city center is best known, the pandemic has brought spells

Woman screams when asked to exit Southwest Airlines flight, viral video shows

You can hang out in an airport, but you can’t stay on a plane. A woman has gone viral for inexplicably screaming when asked to deplane a Southwest Airlines flight after landing. Though most travelers are eager to keep it moving, one woman caused a commotion when she hollered and refused to move from her seat

American Airlines boots passengers for flouting mask rules

American Airlines booted a group of passengers from a flight for not complying with its mask policy, the airline said Wednesday. The group was booked on Flight 1214 from Salt Lake City to Dallas on Sunday

UK imposes hotel quarantine for travelers from Covid hotspots

British people arriving home from 30 "high risk" countries will have to undergo a 10-day hotel quarantine at their own expense, as the United Kingdom tightens border controls to try to curb one of the world's worst Covid-19 outbreaks

The 2020 list of bizarre items left behind at Travelodge hotels

Where would you find a life-size R2-D2 robot, a money tree bearing £50 notes to the value of £10,000, a William Shakespeare outfit & skull, a 6ft cuddly polar bear, a case of union jack face masks, a 60 year old marriage certificate

This Hotel Brand Is Transforming Its Kitchens Into ‘Digital Food Halls’ so Anyone Can Order Delivery at Home

One of the beauties of visiting a food hall is that you don't have to settle on one cuisine. Now, there's a way to visit a food hall without the crowds. Graduate Hotels, a collection of hotels near universities across the U.S., teamed up with C3 (Creating Culinary Communities), a new food and beverage platform

Norwegian Cruise Line Makes Difficult Decision on Crew Members

With further suspensions to May 2021 and a long journey ahead to return to normality for Norwegian Cruise Line, it’s now confirmed that non-essential crew members are being sent back home again after recently returning to the ships

MSC Cruises Flexes Environmental Commitment with Green Tech

2021 will see two new MSC Cruises vessels enter the market, the MSC Virtuosa and MSC Seashore, and both ships will be equipped with a wide range of the latest-generation environmental technologies and equipment, according to the cruise line

Disney cruises won’t relaunch in February as COVID-19 drags on

The “Happiest Place on Earth” is dry-docked for at least a few more months due to the ongoing threat of COVID-19, Disney Cruise Line has announced

A musical museum first for African Americans

Sing gospel with Bobby Jones and record your own rap song. The first museum to bring all African American musical genres under one roof opens in Nashville

Canada's Ice Hotel Is an Incredible Winter Wonderland — and Now You Can Explore It From Home

While the border between the U.S. and Canada remains closed throughout at least Feb. 21, Quebec is making sure Americans don't miss out on one of the coolest experiences on the continent

Traveller writers on the five destinations they're fantasising about returning to

Imagine this: that you could click your fingers and be taken back to a favourite overseas travel destination at this very moment. That is the fantasy we put to our top writers who, like everyone else, have been starved of travel sustenance

Henry VIII Dies

The second Tudor King consolidated power in the monarchy, which consequently made him possibly the most powerful of British kings. Famously married six times, Henry's love life landed him cross-ways with the Roman Church - a circumstance that he chose to deal with by declaring himself head of the Church of

Most major airlines won't force employees to COVID vaccine, but will 'strongly encourage' it

Not every airline is handling the vaccine in the same way. Due to the nature of their work, many consumer-facing industries — and especially the travel industry — are currently determining their own processes for vaccinating their workforces, with some resolving to offer paid time-off for their employees

American Airlines Issues Skiplagging Warning To Travel Agents

In its latest move to crack down on skiplagging passengers, American Airlines has issued a notice to travel agents advising that it will be monitoring bookings going forward

Airlines Are Making it Easier for Travelers to Submit COVID-19 Tests

One of the most comprehensive COVID-19 travel regulations is now in effect, nearly a year into the pandemic. All travelers—including citizens—entering the U.S. need a negative COVID test in order to board a flight from an international destination. The screening must be a viral test

Carnival cancels more cruises, including sailings from San Diego, amid vaccine rollout

Carnival Cruise Line is canceling and delaying more U.S. trips at a time when new cases of COVID-19 are averaging about 170,000 per day in the country amid a jumbled rollout of vaccines

Viking just announced plans for a new cruise ship — here’s why that’s a big deal

Fast-growing Viking on Tuesday did something we haven’t seen a cruise line do in many months: It announced plans to add a new, built-from-the-ground-up cruise ship to its fleet. The California-based cruise operator said it had ordered a new river vessel to operate on the Nile in Egypt

Prominent Cruise Analyst Predicts Cruises Won’t Resume Until At Least Fall

It seems like yesterday when cruise lines were touting the possibility of test cruises before the end of 2020, after the U.S. Centers for Disease Control lifted its no-sail order on October 30, replacing it with a ‘Conditional Sailing Order’

2020 Was The Worst Year Ever For U.S. Hotels. Here's What's Next

After a tough 2020, the U.S. hotel industry is bracing for a difficult first half this year, followed by improved leisure travel in the second half

All Hotels and Timeshares in Los Cabos Will Now Have On-site COVID-19 Testing to Comply With CDC

All hotels and timeshares in Los Cabos will have rapid antigen tests on-site starting Tuesday, just in time to help American travelers comply with the CDC

Hyatt to offer free COVID-19 testing at resorts in Mexico, Caribbean, South America

As a new U.S. requirement goes into effect for travelers on international flights to present a negative COVID-19 test before boarding their flight, concern has brewed over how and where travelers might get tested abroad

Why Bikepacking Is the Travel Trend We're Trying This Year

With a year full of new practices necessary for coping with the pandemic, one hobby has made its way to the forefront of many peoples’ routines: biking. Given the challenges many of us are navigating these days, it's perhaps no wonder that Americans are hopping on two wheels

US government urges Americans not to travel abroad after new testing requirement goes into effect

The US government is urging Americans not to travel abroad after new restrictions went into effect Tuesday requiring all passengers traveling by air to present negative Covid-19 tests taken within three calendar days of departure or proof of recovery

Welcome to Wakayama, one of Japan's most underrated destinations for foodies

There's no denying Tokyo is one of the world's food capitals. But if you look beyond the Michelin stars and take a deep dive into the origins of Japanese cuisine and the many ingredients that define it, you'll find Wakayama prefecture, south of the city of Osaka

5 Magical Ski Destinations for a Safe Winter Getaway

Skiing is a great way to get some fresh air this winter season, and resorts around the country are taking additional precautions to make sure the experience is safe and socially distanced. Since mountains have reduced capacity compared to years prior

The countries opening their borders to vaccinated tourists

The Seychelles and Romania have reopened to visitors from anywhere in the world who have received two doses of an authorised vaccine for COVID-19

The Liberation of Auschwitz

This was displayed over the entrance to Auschwitz, the largest concentration and work camp that processed over 1.3 million prisoners during the Holocaust. 9 out of 10 of the prisoners were Jewish, and a total of over 1.1 million people were killed at the camps. On January 27, 1945, the Soviet Army arrived at Auschwitz and opened the camp, freeing 7,000 prisoners. Another 58,000 had been marched out of the camp before the Soviet Army arrived in a "death march", with very few surviving until the end of the journey. The Nazis at the camp also attempted to cover their crimes by burning documentation and setting explosives on many of the creamtoria, and killing any

Ex-United CFO Files Trademark For 'AVELO AIRLINES' Start Up

Former Allegiant Airlines Air President and later United Airlines CFO Andrew Levy has filed with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) to patent his new Houston Air Holdings airline AVELO AIRLINES. The registration of AVELO AIRLINES includes not only the name and company logo

Southwest Airlines bans emotional support animals on flights, only trained dogs allowed

Southwest Airlines has made the decision to no longer allow emotional support animals on their flights following a decision by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) last month to revise the Air Carrier Access Act (ACAA) regulation

United Airlines launches 'Travel-Ready' tool to help passengers schedule COVID tests, upload results

Using a new tool included with the United Airlines app, international passengers will be able to schedule a COVID-19 test at one of more than 15,000 testing sites globally

Mexico and Caribbean beach resorts offer Covid tests for new U.S. travel requirements

Margarita? Beach lounger? Nasal swab? Beach resorts and small hotels alike throughout Mexico and the Caribbean are racing to ensure guests have access to Covid tests as new travel requirements take effect

Airport arrivals 'face £1,500 hotel bill' under incoming England COVID quarantine rules

International travellers arriving in England from a number of countries face a £1,500 hotel bill under incoming quarantine rules, it has been reported. Passengers landing from countries where new coronavirus variants have been discovered are set to be made to quarantine in hotels, the government is expected

Why one small cruise line is growing its fleet even as others cut back

Not every cruise line is cutting back on its fleet in a response to the coronavirus pandemic. Upscale cruise line Azamara on Monday bucked the downsizing trend in a big way by announcing it would grow its capacity by 33% over the coming year with the addition of a fourth vessel

President Biden Reiterates Support for the Jones Act, Potentially Impacting Cruises

In a move that potentially impacts both mainstream cruise lines with foreign workers and small cruise lines with American crew, President Joe Biden has reaffirmed his strong support for the century-old Jones Act

Celebrity cruise ships will sail at about half capacity when they restart and increase capacity every month

How limited will the capacity of cruise ships when they restart? Celebrity Cruises shared insight into their plan. During a webinar with travel agents, Celebrity Cruises Senior Vice President of Sales, Trade Support & Service Dondra Ritzenthaler answered a question about the plans for limiting capacity of cruises

10 Mistakes to Avoid While Traveling Abroad During the COVID-19 Pandemic

You've heard it a hundred different ways: 2020 was a major bummer for passport-toting travelers all over the world. To put a number on it, international tourist arrivals were down an average of more than 70% worldwide last year

From sofa to safari: the rise of virtual travel

Summer holidays are off - but VR travel will set you free. From exploring Machu Picchu to going elephant spotting. Rosie Fitzmaurice has a virtual itinerary

New Travel Restrictions for U.S.-Bound Passengers Go Into Effect Tuesday

New pandemic rules will take effect for air travelers starting Tuesday. Anyone coming into the United States from overseas will have to show proof of a negative COVID-19 test before boarding the plane. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the COVID-19 test must be taken within 72 hours or three days

Montenegro will be 'corona-safe' for summer tourist season, minister says

Montenegro’s new government aims to become a ‘corona-safe’ travel destination in time for the 2021 tourist season, according to the country’s new foreign minister, Djordje Radulovic. Montenegro shut its borders to tourists in March 2020 after its first case of COVID-19 was discovered, dealing a heavy blow to its economy. In May, Montenegro had zero registered cases

Majority of Americans Say They “Desperately” Need a Vacation

Let’s plan to do things we didn’t all get to do last year. Let’s plan to travel, enjoy a change of pace and scenery, find new experiences around our great country, and reunite with family and friends. National Plan for Vacation Day (NPVD) is January 26—the day set aside each year to encourage Americans

The Borealis Basecamp Offers A Magical Experience With The Northern Lights

The Borealis Basecamp gives you amazing views of the Aurora Borealis in the comfort of a remote yet luxurious setting. Marvel at the beauty of these lights from clear skies. The camp sits just 25 miles outside Fairbanks

On Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula, A Thoughtful Approach to Tourism Is Emerging

It was a hot, bright afternoon in the Place Where the Sky Is Born. This is one of several translations of the Maya phrase Sian Ka'an, the name for a 1,080-square-mile biosphere reserve on the Caribbean coast of Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula

The Republic of India

On January 26, 1950, the Indian constitution took effect, making the Republic of India the world's most populous democracy. Mahatma Gandhi's struggles to win Indian Independence bore fruit in what he called the "noblest act of the British nation." Its first leader, Jawaharlal Nehru, was a follower of Ghandi yet

United Airlines CEO wants to make Covid vaccine mandatory for employees

United Airlines may make the Covid-19 vaccine mandatory for employees, and other companies should do the same, United Chief Executive Officer Scott Kirby told workers at a meeting on Thursday, according to a transcript reviewed by Reuters

UN Officials Warn Staff Against Flying Pakistani Airlines -

The United Nations, and subsidiary agencies, has cautioned its staff against flying with any Pakistani airlines. The UN warning comes after the ongoing pilot license scandal, wherein pilots were flying with fake licenses. The statement names 14 Pakistani carriers, including flag carrier Pakistan International Airlines

Airlines have banned more than 2,500 passengers for not wearing masks — here are the carriers that have booted the most

Newly inaugurated President Joe Biden just signed an executive order to mandate masks when flying travelers but it's clear that airlines haven't been waiting on the government for guidance. New data from the country's largest airlines reveal that more than 2,500 passengers

Why some seasonal hotels across the U.S. are staying open this winter

Hotels and resorts across the United States have been getting creative this past year in an effort to entice travelers to visit. This winter, hospitality brands are finding ways to innovate and offer new experiences during the pandemic as the industry continues to weather the fight against closures

Empty Hotels Becoming Apartments as Tourism Remains Sluggish

Hotels have been starved for revenue. Is a pivot to residential use the right move?

Hawaii hotel industry struggling to bring workers back

The American Hotel and Lodging Association (AHLA) released a report on Thursday, Jan. 21, that projected Hawaii hotels would remain below 50% occupancy in 2021. One of the largest hotel unions in Hawaii wants something to be done to make sure that projection

Some of the Top Steakhouses on Cruise Ships

As the most traditional specialty restaurant at sea, steakhouses are available on most ships, here's a look at some of the top steakhouses onboard

One of Carnival's Cruise Lines Will Resume Cruises on March 13

Costa Cruises will now resume cruises on March 13 with Costa Smeralda, which will sail guests to some of Italy’s most beautiful destinations with three and four day mini-cruises

Why the cliche about cruise ships is totally wrong

Have you ever heard this cliché about cruise ships: "Cruises are for the newly wed and nearly dead"? I have too, and it is completely wrong

Inside a Hawaii travel group that tours island's ugly realities

Hawaii looms large in the imagination of the U.S. mainland as a tourist paradise: beautiful beaches and volcanoes, delicious food, and the spirit of “aloha,” a spirit of welcoming. But aloha is a complicated concept, and for some, the tourist industry sells the idea of Hawaii as uncomplicated and without any problems

How to Celebrate Black History Month in Montgomery, Home of the Civil Rights Movement

Montgomery, Alabama is ready to honor Black History Month with you. Known as the birthplace of the Civil Rights Movement, Montgomery is inviting "those seeking a purposeful and meaningful travel experience to visit the destination" throughout February

11 Essential Tips For Road-Tripping With Your Pet

There is nothing like the open road. Exciting unknown adventures ahead punctuated by beautiful scenery, friendly locals, and the personal discovery only travel can provide

Biden to ban travel from South Africa, reinstate restrictions on Brazil and U.K.

The move comes after Anthony Fauci, warned that new, more infectious Covid strains in South Africa and Brazil could reduce the potency of the two vaccines being administered in the U.S.

What 'vaccine passports' mean for your summer vacation

As tourism-dependent countries call for Covid inoculation certificates to help open up borders, concerns are raised over whether vaccination passports could be divisive, dangerours or just plain wrong

Britain to discuss tighter travel restrictions: BBC

British ministers are to discuss on Monday further tightening travel restrictions, the BBC reported on Saturday, adding that people arriving in the country could be required to quarantine in hotels

New U.S. Travel Restrictions Could Devastate Mexico Tourism

New travel restrictions for Americans returning home from abroad is severely impacting tourism in Mexico

The League of Nations

On January 25th, 1919, the Paris Peace conference approved a proposal to create the League of Nations to sustain lasting peace after the horrors of World War I. In June of that year, 44 nations signed the Covenant of the League of Nations. However, the United States would not join, despite the efforts of President Woodrow Wilson to convince the US Senate of the merits of international

Airlines Welcome Biden's New Mask Mandate

President Biden set a mask mandate for interstate travel on Thursday. Airlines already have their own mask requirements, but enforcement has been spotty. They want federal officials to step in

Airlines say some travelers are shunning Mexico vacations due to new COVID test requirement

Beginning Jan. 26, passengers boarding international flights to the US must show a negative COVID-19 test or proof they have recovered from the virus

Hawaiian Airlines expanding Pre-Clear Program for Hawaii-bound travelers

Hawaiian Airlines will be expanding its Pre-Clear Program to four U.S. mainland airports on Friday, Jan. 29, allowing travelers with a negative COVID-19 test to bypass airport screening in Hawaii

Southwest Airlines Pledges To Vaccinate All Its Employees

Southwest Airlines announced Thursday it would be providing COVID-19 vaccinations for free to its employees. The administration of the vaccine will be covered by the company’s health plans and likely become available during later phases of the rollout. Meanwhile, 15.1 million people in the US have now received their first

Many US hotels known for being pricey have recently dropped their rates. Here are 7 luxury hotels offering serious savings.

The hotel industry took a major hit in 2020 due to COVID-19, with many properties temporarily shutting their doors for months. When hotels reopened, rigorous new cleaning standards were rolled out to ensure guest safety

Hotels in Mexico's Riviera Maya offering free COVID-19 tests for international tourists

Americans vacationing in certain parts of Mexico may be able to get their COVID tests for free. Many of the hotels in Mexico’s Rivera Maya region, home to spring break designations like Tulum and Playa del Carmen, will provide free COVID-19 testing for international travelers

What It's Like to Quarantine in a Free New York City Hotel Room

Need to quarantine away from roommates or family members? From NYC to Baltimore to Miami, free room and board at quarantine hotels are available

Where will you travel when the pandemic ends? Readers share their post-pandemic trip plans

Readers are determined to travel again – as soon as possible. The urge to travel is stronger than ever after months of lockdowns and CDC warnings

Why Indonesia kicked out an American who was promoting Bali tourism

A viral twitter thread encouraging other people to move to Indonesia during the pandemic caught the attention of immigration officials, who deported her Jan. 20

Traveling fully vaccinated? Seychelles will waive your quarantine requirement

Looking for another reason to celebrate your COVID-immunity? Seychelles announcing that fully vaccinated travelers would be permitted to bypass mandatory quarantine

Explore the Sistine Chapel From Home on a Virtual Tour With the Vatican Museums

With no visitors around, the Vatican Museums created a variety of impressive virtual tours showcasing several areas, including the Sistine Chapel, Niccoline Chapel, and more

Sri Lanka reopens borders to international travelers

The island nation of Sri Lanka is now open to tourists from all countries. Sri Lanka Minister of Tourism Prasanna Ranatunga made the official announcement during a press conference on Thursday, confirming they would reopen the country's borders from January 21

Princess Cruises Sells Another Cruise Ship

Princess Cruises has announced that they have sold another cruise ship and the cruise line now has a fleet of 14 vessels. Princess Cruises has sold Pacific Princess to an undisclosed buyer. The cruise line’s parent company Carnival Corporation has been selling their less efficient cruise ships

Another Pause in Australia Operations for Carnival Cruise Line

Carnival Cruise Line has extended its pause in operations in Australia. 'As the COVID-19 situation continues to evolve, we are sorry to share the news that

Roe v. Wade

On January 22, 1973, the United States Supreme Court issued its opinion in the controversial landmark case of Roe v. Wade. The opinion, written by Justice Harry Blackmun, struck down state laws that made most abortions illegal. The opinion held that a woman could terminate a pregnancy until such time as a fetus became "viable". The opinion based much of its reasoning a a woman's "right to privacy"

Host Agency Reviews Caps Host Week with HAR’s 2021 Luminary Awards

Minneapolis, Jan 21st, 2021 – Host Agency Reviews (HAR), the leading online resource that connects travel professionals to industry resources, capped its inaugural 2021 Host Week by announcing the 2021 Luminary Awards. The Luminary Awards eligibility criteria were updated in 2021 to level the playing field for host agencies of all sizes. Additionally, HAR also included a new award category, The Galaxy Award, which recognizes

Vladimir Ilyich Lenin Dies

Vladimir Ilyich Lenin, the Russian revolutionary and leader of the October Revolution, died on this day in 1924. Lenin was the first head of the Soviet Socialist Republic, and the brand of Communism that he espoused is commonly known as Leninism. Time Magazine in 1998 named Lenin one of the 100 most influential people of the 20th Century. He began his adult life as an attorney, but joined a Marxist organization

Coronavirus FAQ: Do Airplane Passengers Not Know There's A Pandemic Going On?

Our correspondent took a flight Sunday and saw a number of concerning things in airports and on planes. So many questions were raised. We went in search of answers

United Airlines CEO says too early to predict when the carrier will break even

United Airlines CEO remained cautious about a recovery in air travel and declined to project when the carrier will break even

Hawaiian Airlines Will Get Over $167mn In Government Aid

Hawaiian Airlines has revealed that it will receive an aggregate of over $167 million in government aid. The airline is latching onto the government support that was passed back at the end of December. This comes as the carrier continues

President Biden to mandate masks on planes. Will it reduce number of in-flight scofflaws?

Airlines require masks and ban passengers who won't comply. A new federal mask rule to be signed by President Biden gives them muscle to enforce it

First Cruise Line Officially Requires Vaccines — Will Others Follow?

One cruise line has notified passengers that as of May 2021, vaccinations will be required before they can set sail. This, of course, raises the question: Will other cruise lines soon follow suit, and will the legality

Norwegian Cruise Line cancels early season trips to Alaska

Norwegian Cruise Line will not send any ships to Alaska until the end of April at the earliest. The announcement comes after Holland American and Princess Cruise Lines canceled all cruises to Alaska through mid-May

This Is When These 10 Cruise Lines Plan To Restart

The cruise industry is slowly recovering after a year of virtually no sailing, and cruise operators have been announcing their plans for restarts. Cruise

7 Hotels That Will Restore You After a Long Year

It feels like you've been on lockdown forever. Perhaps it's been months since you've been to a restaurant, a museum, or a gallery. Overseas travel is still an elusive dream. As we head into winter and an uncertain new year

Hotels for art aficionados

Picasso said that art washes away the soul of the dust of everyday life—so does travel. That truth hasn’t gone unnoticed by hotels. In fact, many are mini museums showcasing masterpieces worthy of the hallowed halls of celebrated art institutions

Singapore hotels offer health insurance for guests who catch COVID-19

Four Shangri-La hotels are offering health insurance to their guests so that all their expenses will be covered in case they catch COVID-19 during their stay

5 Travel Trends to Watch in 2021, According to Tripadvisor

Tripadvisor®, the world's largest travel platform*, today released the findings of a new research report based on the platform's unique insight into shifting traveler trends, revealing how consumers are planning to travel in 2021

This Colorful Island Was Just Named Italy's Next Capital of Culture

Located in the Gulf of Naples, the tiny, stunningly colorful island of Procida has officially earned the title as Italy's Capital of Culture for 2022. Procida is the first island to win this designation since the award was started in 2014

Europe's Star Cities, marvels of Renaissance engineering

They're scattered all over Europe but their perfect geometrical beauty can only be fully admired when seen from above. Like snowflakes viewed through a magnifying glass

Responsible travel in 2021: Important steps to help keep yourself and others safe

I haven’t been to a grocery store or restaurant since March of 2020. I’ve avoided public spaces where it’s not possible to social distance and only took one close-to-home road trip last year. That’s my comfort level for avoiding the novel coronavirus

Sleep Under the Stars, Ride an ATV, and More, Thanks to This Tour Company's Incredible New National Parks Tour

Tour company Contiki is launching incredible new tours to national parks like Zion, Yellowstone, and more

Southwest Is Celebrating Its 50th Year in Service With $50 One-way Flights

Southwest Airlines is hitting a major milestone this year, marking its 50th year in operation. To honor this anniversary, the airline is offering travelers the chance to snag one-way flights for as low as $50 this winter

American Airlines To Get $3.1bn In Additional Government Support

American Airlines and its subsidiaries entered into an extension of the Payroll Support Program (PSP). The airlines in total expect to receive up to $3.1 billion, of which about half was already disbursed to the airlines

Hotels Turn to Elopement Packages to Attract Those Planning Weddings

As the number of large weddings and lavish receptions plummeted in 2020 — a trend looking to continue for at least the early part of 2021 — luxury hotels are turning to a new strategy to market their event space: elopements

Hotel bankruptcy filings rise amid virus spike

Hotels operators across the country are filing for bankruptcy at a faster pace amid a resurgence of Covid-19 infections that clouds the outlook for sustained recovery. More bankruptcies might be on the horizon

A cruise industry insider’s tips to get the most out of a cruise

Cruising is such a brilliant way to explore the world as a family. You’re transported from destination to destination, and the best part is, you only have to unpack once. There are endless options to keep your children entertained

Here’s what it costs to book Disney’s new cruises to Antarctica and the Galapagos Islands

By the end of this year, Disney fans will be able to explore every continent on Earth with the kid-friendly brand. Last week, Adventures by Disney announced the launch of cruises to Antarctica and the Galapagos Islands. The first Antarctica tour is scheduled to depart this year

MSC Cruises To Resume Cruises This Weekend

It seems that we can always count on MSC Cruises to bring positive news when other cruise lines seem to have to cancel more and more cruises. Over the Holiday period and New Year, the cruise has had to suspend its cruises leaving Genoa, Italy

Exploration Travel Myanmar launches first virtual tours of Unesco World heritage Bagan temples

Exploration Travel Myanmar has announced a new tour to visit the Unesco World heritage temples of Bagan virtually with private, live tours to individual clients

9 Reasons To Visit Tulum, Mexico In The Winter

Cancun may get a lot of recognition as a winter tourist destination, but its neighboring city in the Riviera Maya, Tulum, is a tropical paradise that offers pristine beaches, food, and nightlife in addition to environmentally friendly opportunities

Why Bolivia Should Be Your Next Wine Destination

In 2013, Montevideo, Uruguay hosted a blind wine-tasting contest. Tasters sampled tannat wines, made with a grape originating (but not universally beloved) in France, that is now a prized export of Uruguay. The surprise winner: a Bolivian wine

Richard Branson hopes Covid vaccination passports will allow for easier air travel

Sir Richard Branson told CNBC on Tuesday he hopes so-called Covid vaccination passports will be available for prospective airline passengers who have been inoculated, potentially allowing them to bypass other virus mitigation measures before traveling

U.S. Updates Travel Advisories For Ireland, South Africa & Barbados

The US has updated its travel advisories for a handful of nations, with South Africa and Ireland among them

New sanctions on Cuba hinders trade and travel with Tampa Bay

As President Donald Trump’s term ends, he leaves at least one roadblock for the incoming administration. President Trump added Cuba back to the state sponsors of terrorism list, rescinding the Obama Administration’s 2015 lift

The US Hostages are Released

On January 20, 1981, Ronald Reagan was inaugurated as the President of the United States. Minutes later, the nation of Iran released 52 hostages they had held for 444 days in captivity. In retaliation for the United States' support of the former Shah of Iran, the Revolutionary Islamic government of Iran supported

Singapore Airlines hopes to be world's first fully-vaccinated airline

Singapore's national carrier is hoping to become the world's first airline to get all of its crew members vaccinated against Covid-19. Singapore Airlines (SIA) confirmed to CNN Travel that all of their crew members -- including pilots, gate agents, flight attendants and anyone whose job requires contact

Himalaya Airlines Operates First High Altitude Test Flight

Himalaya Airlines has completed its first high altitude test flight on Tuesday, January 19th. The flight was operated as H9 961 from Kathmandu to Lhasa by the airline’s Airbus A319 and performed three different approaches

No-fly lists: Major airlines reveal how many passengers are banned from their flights

Thousands of Americans are currently listed on the collective "no-fly" lists of the nation’s major airlines amid news of the TSA reviewing "hundreds of names" that may be prohibited from flying with any commercial carrier following riots at the U.S. Capitol

7 innovative hotel hygiene solutions

To kickstart Hotel Designs’ mission to put ‘Safe Design’ under the editorial spotlight – and following a lot of confusion when it comes to which hotel hygiene solutions

W hotels to open in Nashville and Philadelphia this spring

Marriott is gearing up to open two W hotels in the US in the coming months, as the brand welcomes properties in Nashville and Philadelphia. As we reported back in 2018, W Nashville is located in the Gulch district of the city

MSC Cruises Is Setting the Standard

“We’re leveraging the fact that we were the first ones to start operating in Southern Europe to set the tone on how to operate a safe cruise,” said Ken Muskat, executive vice president and COO of MSC Cruises (USA). The startup of the Grandiosa in Italy last August set the standard

How the CDC's New Air Travel Requirements Could Impact Cruising

On January 12, 2021, the Centers for Disease Control issued an Order, in effect January 25, requiring all air passengers arriving in the US from a foreign country to get tested no more than 3 day

Take a walk around the world with these virtual tours of art museums

Art is one of those subjects where it doesn’t matter when or where you’re from, you can still enjoy it. We can appreciate art made today or a piece of art that was made hundreds of years ago. Someone in Rome can love a work of art from Africa, and that’s what makes art so intriguing

What it's like inside a luxury Caribbean 'vacation bubble'

Why on Earth would you take two kids younger than 3 to a remote island in the middle of a global pandemic? I asked myself this question many times last month as I embarked on my first attempt to get to St. Martin, my transit point to Anguilla

Backroads Looks At Adventure Travel In 2021

When can you get back on the road to adventure? Who better to ask than Tom Hale, President of Backroads, the world’s largest active adventure company. Here’s are his insights into the world of adventure travel in 2021

Trump to lift some Covid travel restrictions, a move Biden quickly rejects

President Donald Trump said Monday that he is ending Covid-19 travel restrictions for air travelers from Europe and Brazil, a move the incoming administration quickly rejected

Has COVID-19 affected Brits’ and Americans’ love of travel?

A new year brings the reality of a COVID-19 vaccine closer and those dreaming of travel may soon be able to take the trips they plan for in 2021. Given the disruption to the travel industry brought on by the pandemic

Puerto Rico the Top Destination Searched by U.S. Travelers

In recent research shared by Discover Puerto Rico, last week’s Coronavirus Travel Sentiment Index Report from Destination Analysts shows that consumers’ receptiveness to travel inspiration is at a pandemic high

Edgar Allan Poe is Born

Edgar Allen Poe was born on January 19, 1809 in Boston, Massachusetts as the son of theatrical actors. Both parents died before he was three years old, events which very likely colored his young sensibilities and provided an almost neurotic obsession with death. He attended the University of Virginia, but accumulated gambling debts and was forced to leave, enlisting in the Army where he served for two years. He married his cousin Virginia when she was only 13 years old. In 1845 he published his poem

United Airlines passenger who assisted dying man with COVID-19 given $200 credit for 'inconvenience,' he says

Tony Aldapa, who previously told Fox News that he feared he had contracted COVID-19 while performing CPR on a now-deceased United Airlines passenger, told TMZ he received a $200 voucher and a thank-you from an airline rep.

American Airlines Boeing 787-9: A Full Cabin Tour

Simple Flying got a chance to tour an American Airlines Boeing 787-9 in Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). Traditionally, the planes are used on the airline’s long-haul international network flying far and wide to places

Emirates airline offers COVID-19 vaccines to staff

Emirates airline on Monday started offering employees vaccinations against the COVID-19 disease with priority given to front-line workers such as cabin crew and pilots

Hyatt hotels in America are renting rooms as day-use offices

Hyatt is rolling out a ‘work from hotel’ concept across hundreds of its properties in the US for as little as US$65 a day. Olivia Palamountain reports

11 Hotel Secrets from a Former Hotel Inspector

I worked as a hotel inspector and photographer for seven years at Forbes Travel Guide and Oyster.com (a TripAdvisor company). Though it sounds like a made-up job for a protagonist in a rom-com, I can assure you that inspecting and photographing hotels was very much my real life

Could Cuba Be a Cruise Destination Once Again?

So what is the situation right now with cruises to Cuba, which is only 110 miles from Florida?

When Each of Carnival's Cruise Ships Is Scheduled to Remain Out of Service

Carnival Cruise Line recently canceled all cruises through the end of March 2021. However, many Carnival cruise ships will not return to service right away when cruises start back up (whenever that might be)

Virgin Goes with Bipolar Ionization

“HVAC is one of the most important systems aboard a cruise ship. To that end, we designed our ship based on industry best practices, working with Fincantieri and HVAC engineers. We are trading off energy consumption for passenger comfort, quality, and safety

There's never been a better time to go wolf watching in Yellowstone

According to the Chinese zodiac calendar, 2021 is the year of the ox. According to wildlife biologists, it could be the year of the wolf. It's easy to argue there's never been a better time for wolf watching in Yellowstone

The 9 Most Scenic Ferry Rides In Europe

Here is a selection of European ferry trips that take you from one country to the next, across various seas, along rivers, or simply from one end of a city to the other. Marvel at Istanbul, Santorini, the landmarks of London, and more from the sturdy deck of a local ferry

Covid: UK closes all travel corridors until at least 15 February

Travellers arriving in the UK, whether by boat, train or plane, also have to show proof of a negative Covid-19 test to be allowed entry. The test must be taken in the 72 hours

10 countries suffering the biggest tourism revenue loss due to COVID-19

The coronavirus crisis has hampered international travel for the past 10 months and countries all over the world are feeling the effects. Using data from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and The World Bank

These 6 Mexico Destinations Received 22 Million Tourists in 2020

While most countries have enacted strict border closures and restrictions during the pandemic, Mexico has kept its doors wide open for tourism. Being one of the only destinations with relaxed entry requirements for Americans

Entertainment Industry Jobs No Longer Qualify for Travel Exemptions to Enter U.K.

Most entertainment industry jobs no longer qualify for exemption to COVID-19 rules, such as the need to self-isolate for 10 days, for those seeking to enter the U.K.

Eastern Airlines Ceases Business

he 1980's were not kind to the legacy airlines. Deregulation brought onto the market a number of upstart airlines such as People Express. Legacy airlines like Eastern Airlines suddenly faced competition from the first wave of so-called "no-frills" carriers. Eastern was the largest employer in the Miami, Florida area and the company passed through a succession of managerial and financial maneuvers

Most Major US Airlines Ban Guns in Luggage for DC Flights

Airlines and airports say they are stepping up security before next week's presidential inauguration, with Delta and other major airlines saying they will prohibit passengers flying to the Washington area from putting guns

American Airlines In No Rush To Make Pilots Get Vaccinated

American Airlines has told its 15,000 pilots that a COVID-19 vaccination is a personal choice, and if they decide to have one, could they please do it in their own time. American Airlines has no current plans to make it mandatory for their pilots

U.S. airlines back Biden plan to mandate masks for passengers

A group representing major U.S. airlines on Thursday backed President-elect Joe Biden’s plan to mandate face coverings for all air passengers, but asked him to give them flexibility

Cambria Hotels Introduces Oceanside Property In Fort Lauderdale

New Hotel with Prime Access to North Beach Area Becomes Upscale Brand's Fourth in Popular Sunshine State. On the heels of the official debut of the Cambria Hotel St. Petersburg - Madeira Beach Marina on December 4

A Best Western hotel in London is now taking in Covid-19 patients as hospitals run out of beds

The Best Western Hotel in the London suburb of Croydon would normally be packed with visiting families, out-of-town construction workers, and business travelers. But today the lobby is clear of all guests and furniture except for a single table with a bottle of hand sanitizer

Hotels offer properties as vaccine administration sites to Biden team

The leading hotel trade group is offering properties to President-elect Joe Biden's transition team for use as COVID-19 vaccine administration sites across the country

Can you be too old to travel? Age isn't as important as your mental, physical fitness level

Slowing down was the last thing on Elaine Schaefer's mind when she turned 70 last year, She'd enjoyed an ambitious travel schedule for the previous decade, which included a 10-day horseback safari in Botswana

Elvis Presley's Graceland starting virtual tours

Elvis Presley’s Graceland is now offering online tours for fans around the world, including those who can’t travel to the Tennessee tourist attraction during the coronavirus pandemic

Disney gives 'exclusive' Cinderella Castle Suite tour on TikTok

Walt Disney World just gave fans a sneak peek into one of the most exclusive areas of its Orlando theme park. Last week, the Disney Parks TikTok account shared an "exclusive" video tour of the Cinderella Castle Suite inside the castle

Turns out Americans are itching to go to Key West, St. Thomas and these other popular destinations

The good news: the vaccine is slowly but surely rolling out. The even better news: Americans are ready to travel once again, and they're planning those vacations. The airline industry has obviously morphed in response to a global pandemic that has all but halted vacationing as we know it. At-home COVID-19 tests

Travel to Mexico during Covid-19: What you need to know before you go

If you’re planning to travel to Mexico, here’s what you’ll need to know and expect if you want to visit during the Covid-19 pandemic

Airbnb CEO says travel never going back to the way it was before pandemic

Airbnb Chief Executive Officer Brian Chesky on Thursday predicted travel would permanently change due to the pandemic with people seeking out thousands of smaller cities and spending more time visiting friends and family

The British Museum Opens

Sir Hans Sloane was a naturalist who had managed to amass an enormous collection of books, manuscripts, dried plants, and antiquities from his travels. As he neared his death, he did not wish to see his collection broken up or, worse yet, forgotten. Sloane bequeathed his collection to King George II who, in turn, gave his royal assent to an Act of Parliament to establish the British Museum using Sloane's collection as a foundation

Royal Caribbean adding new cruises from Barbados in December

As Royal Caribbean prepares to return to cruising from its coronavirus-driven suspension, the cruise line is already planning to add new routes later this year

River cruising could return 'very quickly' after COVID-19 vaccines are widely available, says an industry icon

River cruise ships that cater to North Americans could be back to normal operations by the summer (or soon thereafter) if a significant number of Americans are vaccinated for COVID-19, according to one of the industry’s leading figures

Cruise Line Announces Epic Cruise That Spans Half a Year

Oceania Cruises, one of the world’s leading destination and culinary cruise lines, has announced an epic cruise that will span 180 days and visit 27 islands

FAA Cracks Down On Unruly Airline Passengers Ahead Of Biden Inauguration

After several disruptive incidents and confrontations on flights to and from Washington, D.C., last week, federal authorities are now cracking down on unruly airline passengers

Travel Alert: COVID-19 Testing Requirements for Passengers Traveling to the US

Beginning Jan. 26, the U.S. government will require all passengers traveling to the United States from any international location to test negative for COVID-19 within three calendar days of departure

Another major airline is blocking middle seats — but there’s a catch

For months now, airlines have touted their cleanliness and sanitation protocols. At the onset of the pandemic, it was about blocking seats for extra space onboard. However, airlines have mostly abandoned this safety (and marketing) tactic as we entered 2021. Delta remains the only airline blocking all middle seats through March 30, 2021

22 US Hyatt Place Hotels May Become Sonestas

A contract dispute may cause 22 Hyatt Place properties in the US to leave the Hyatt portfolio. Let’s take a look at why, and which properties could be impacted. This follows a similar recent situation with 103 IHG properties

How to gift airline and hotel elite status

From free breakfast at hotels to first-class upgrades on flights, elite travelers get to share many of their perks when traveling with companions. But what if your family or friends are traveling alone? With the exception of Hyatt’s Guest of Honor program

8 Best U.S. Cities for a Workcation

The era of cubicles and water-cooler chitchat feels like a world away. These days, many people are clocking in from home and wearing PJs well into the afternoon. Staying home is a luxury in itself

Celebrity Travel Expert Creates the Ultimate Italian Dream Getaway

Recognized as the number one expert for Italy and curator of luxury holidays for the likes of Jude Law and Stella McCartney, Merrion Charles has harnessed her expertise and incomparable little black book to create a brand new ultimate luxury Italian Grand Tour. With so many holidays cancelled in 2020

You can now take a 5G-powered virtual tour of The Met

Pandemic travel restrictions and shelter-in-place orders have made it difficult to access cultural experiences. But a virtual tour of the Metropolitan

Where Americans Want to Travel in 2021, According to Flight Searches

While travel might be on hold as COVID-19 infection rates soar in the U.S., one thing is certain: Americans are looking forward to the day they can start planning more vacations. Recent data from travel search site Kayak show that flight searches out of U.S. airports are up for several domestic and international destinations

Which destinations need tourism most to survive after COVID-19?

International tourist arrivals worldwide were down on average by 72 per cent between January and October 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. And while many of us remain in lockdown at the start of this year, we’re looking ahead to future travel. Every aspect of the tourism industry has been hit hard by the pandemic

Grand Cayman Says Cruise Ships Unlikely To Return in 2021

The restart of the cruise industry in North America is a moving target — and not in a positive direction — but one popular Caribbean cruise port has raised eyebrows by announcing that cruise ships are unlikely to be welcomed before 2022

Adventures by Disney to Offer First Expedition Cruises Geared Toward Families

Adventures by Disney has announced its first-ever expedition cruises, building on the company's highly successful river cruise ventures in Europe. The company -- which is part of The Walt Disney Company's "Disney Signature Experiences" but exists as a separate entity

Disney Cruise Line extends suspension over COVID-19 pandemic

Disney Cruise Line announced another extension of its cruise suspension on Wednesday as it works to meet government requirements to begin carrying passengers again. The cruise line canceled all sailings through March, including planned voyages of the Disney Magic, Disney Wonder, Disney Dream

U.S. Travel Reacts to CDC Int’l Travel Testing Mandate

U.S. Travel Association Executive Vice President of Public Affairs and Policy Tori Emerson Barnes issued the following statement on the announcement that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention will issue an order requiring a negative COVID-19 test before boarding

Trip.com says it's 'more confident than ever' in China's long-term travel recovery

Online travel agency Trip.com is “more confident than ever” that China’s domestic tourism will recover in the long run, chief executive Jane Sun said on Thursday. That’s despite fresh lockdowns in the country as new coronavirus cases emerge

5 things you need to know about post-vaccine travel

In several countries around the world, including the UK and USA, vaccines are now being rolled out to the elderly, health workers and those with underlying health conditions. Finally, there appears to be a big, shiny light at the end of this long, dark tunnel

Albert Schweitzer is born

A man for all seasons, Albert Schweitzer was a theologian, musician, philosopher, and physician. He received the 1952 Nobel Peace Prize for his statements and activities on behalf of the philosophy of "reverence for life", after founding the Lambaréné Hospital in Gabon, west central Africa. He launched much

Cargo Airlines Go On Spending Spree As Passenger Planes Stay Grounded

2020 may have been a bust for commercial passenger airlines, with 2021 not looking much brighter, but it’s a different ballgame for cargo airlines. There was a big demand for air cargo in 2020, and that’s staying strong. The demand is fuelled by disruptions to normal supply chains and a huge increase in e-commerce

Hawaiian Airlines opens COVID-19 testing site at Long Beach Airport

Long Beach Airport partnered with Hawaiian Airlines to open a COVID-19 testing site for passengers traveling to Hawaii on Tuesday, Jan. 12, and plans to open a second site for all airline passengers on Saturday, Jan. 16

Dog owners protest airlines' emotional support animal ban: 'I will not be sticking him in cargo'

Some dog owners say they're sick as a dog over the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) final decision that emotional support animals (ESAs) are no longer considered service animals on flights, giving airlines the OK

Disney World cutting ‘Magical Express’ bus service, luggage delivery perk for hotel guests

Walt Disney World Resort is cutting a popular perk for guests who stay at Disney’s hotels next year. Disney will no longer offer its "Magical Express" bus service between Orlando International Airport and its Disney World hotels as of Jan. 1, 2022, the company announced in a blog

England considers putting Covid patients in hotels, as study reveals deep trauma among ICU workers

A large proportion of doctors and nurses have been traumatized by working in intensive care during the coronavirus pandemic in the UK, a new study reveals, with almost half reporting symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety or depression, and some feeling they would be better off dead

More bad news for cruisers: Some of the world's largest lines won't start sailing until May

There was more bad news on Tuesday for cruise fans hoping to return to the high seas when cruise giant Royal Caribbean said it would delay its restart in most of the world by another two months. The world’s largest cruise line by passenger capacity

Carnival Says It Already Has More Bookings for 2022 Than It Had in 2019

Cruising could make a solid comeback in 2022, according to new booking data shared by Carnival Cruises this week

Why Are Cruises Still Being Canceled?

Find out why cruises are still being cancelled with cruise lines working through health protocols, planning test sailings and more

You can now take a 5G-powered virtual tour of The Met

Pandemic travel restrictions and shelter-in-place orders have made it difficult to access cultural experiences. But a virtual tour of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City could help ease some of those stuck-at-home blues

Top 10 Destinations To Escape The Rest of Winter

I think we can all agree that 2020 was a doozy, and with such a hard year behind us, we're all looking to surround ourselves with some inspiration for the start of 2021. Which for some, might include riding out the rest of the frigid, dark winter

Mexico sees U.S. tourist bump amid Covid pandemic surge

Areas like Quintana Roo have seen more visitors, but officials worry it could be short-lived as infections rise in the U.S. and Mexico

Your Questions About the COVID-19 Vaccine and Travel, Answered

By now, we know that SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, can and will continue to move around the globe. Even as the COVID-19 vaccine begins to roll out, experts caution that preventative measures will remain

Planning an international trip? Get ready to show a negative COVID test to board your flight home

Headed to Mexico or the Caribbean for some sun and fun this winter or over spring break? Get ready to squeeze a COVID test into your pandemic vacation agenda. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Tuesday said it will require airline passengers to show proof of a negative COVID test or recovery from COVID before boarding an international flight to the U.S.

U.S. and Mexico keeping border travel restrictions through Jan. 21

The governments of Mexico and the United States are extending non-essential land travel restrictions through Jan. 21. The restrictions have been in place since March 21 to limit the cross-border spread of COVID-19

Wyatt Earp Dies

An icon of the American West, Wyatt Earp was born on March 19, 1848. His tumultuous life included stints as a saloon keeper, a farmer, a law enforcement officer, a boxing referee, and a gold miner. Along with his brothers, the gunfighter and dentist, "Doc Holliday" and a small cadre of their assorted wives and female companions, the Earp brothers traveled from western town to town seeking their fortune. They are most famous for

Alaska Airlines Bans 14 Passengers for Not Wearing Masks

After causing a commotion on a cross-country flight from Dulles International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport last Thursday, 14 passengers who defied mask-wearing mandates have been banned

What to do when an airline changes your flight

Even when the travel industry isn’t dealing with a global pandemic, airline schedule changes are commonplace. A carrier may decrease the frequency of service to a given destination, or they could adjust flight departure times to optimize aircraft utilization

Singapore Airlines Asks Crew To Wear Tracking Devices On Layovers

Airline crew are prohibited from moving freely in many places in the world. Singapore Airlines crew members are forbidden to leave their hotel rooms on layovers. To make sure they comply with regulations

Caribbean Hotels Urging Canada to Reconsider New Testing Policy

The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association says it is urging the government of Canada to reconsider its new testing rules for return travel to the country. The rule, which took effect Jan. 7, requires all residents and travelers entering Canada

Crowne Plaza Toronto Airport Announces the Completion of a $20M Renovation – Hotel Now Open

Owned by Manga Hotels, the newly renovated Crowne Plaza Toronto Airport, an IHG hotel, debuts a fresh start. Crowne Plaza Toronto Airport, owned and operated by Manga Hotels, opens its doors after completing a $20 million renovation

Why Carnival Cruise Line Wants You Excited About Half Moon Cay

Ask anyone who’s visited Carnival Cruise Line’s tropical destination Half Moon Cay, and you’re likely to hear a rave review. Now, Carnival is launching a new campaign designed to remind people

2021 Cruise Drydocking and Refurbishment Report Out Now

The all new 2021 Drydocking and Refurbishment Report by Cruise Industry News has been released with a projected refit calendar extending through 2023 and over 100 pages of analysis and data into the huge drydocking and refit market

Vaccines don't seem to be shot in the arm for cruising yet: William Blair

'Interestingly, the vaccine news has not seemed to translate yet to the cruise space, with 76% indicating no intent to take a cruise in the next year (within the low-70% to low-80% bandwidth experienced in our survey since inception in April

Super Nintendo World Interactive Tour Lets You Experience It From Home

Super Nintendo World has released an interactive map letting fans fly around the theme park in a 3D virtual tour of every stop to make in the park

5 reasons you might want to consider booking travel now

It’s been almost 10 months since the coronavirus pandemic landed on US shores, and in that time, the travel industry has become a shadow of its former self. With international borders mostly closed

The tourists who believe travel restrictions don't apply to them

From US student Skylar Mack to UK celeb Zara Holland, tourists are being prosecuted, jailed and fined for breaking Covid-19 travel restrictions. How are local laws enforceable, and why do they think they can get away with it?

11 Best Experiences For A Girlfriends’ Getaway In Orlando

Sometimes a girls' getaway is just what we need to refresh and recharge. Orlando is one of those destinations that can be whatever you want it to be: a relaxing oasis, an exciting adventure, a night out, or a family trip

2021 Travelers Buying Travel Insurance For Mexico, The Caribbean

Last year, millions of Americans had to put travel plans on hold due to the pandemic. While travel bans and restrictions continue to remain in place, there are signs of growing optimism for an eventual travel rebound

These Were Some Of The Greenest (Eco-Friendly) Destinations As Of 2020

It's true: 2020, as a whole, was quite a mess for the entire world. Despite that fact, there are many places around the globe that turned global warming on its head and surprised many with their environmentally-friendly practices

The First Woman Elected to the US Senate

On January 12, 1932, the state of Arkansas elected Hattie Ophelia Wyatt Caraway in a special election to the United States Senate, making her the first woman elected to the Senate. She succeeded her husband, Thaddeus H. Caraway

Croatia’s Katarina Line Launches New E-Bike ‘Cycle & Cruise’ Tours for 2021 as Active Vacations Grow in Popularity

With travelers seeking healthier, more active vacations and a return to “the great outdoors” after months of staying at home, Katarina Line, Croatia’s premier small ship cruise company, has launched two new “Cycle & Cruise” tours designed especially for e-bikes. Available out of Opatija and Split, the unique 7-night round-trip tours combine a cruise along the coastal waters of the dazzling Adriatic Sea with daily guided e-bike tours

14 passengers banned by airline after rowdy DC to Seattle flight

Alaska Airlines banned more than a dozen passengers this week for not complying with its mask mandate and for harassing staff members. The 14 passengers were banned from flying with the airline after they were "non-mask compliant, rowdy, argumentative and harassed our crew members"

United Airlines joins American, Delta in grounding emotional-support animals

United Airlines is joining other major U.S. carriers in no longer allowing emotional-support animals to fly for free. United said Friday that starting Monday, it will no longer let passengers book travel for companion animals. For people who book before the deadline

What To Expect From Alaska Airlines In 2021

There will be two major progressions for Alaska Airlines this year. After much anticipation, the carrier will debut its Boeing 737 MAX and join the oneworld Alliance. This week, Simple Flying spoke with Alaska Airlines’ SVP of fleet, finance and alliances

10 hotel trends that travelers are likely to observe in 2021

The hospitality industry will continue to face an unprecedented level of challenges amid the coronavirus pandemic in 2021, and success will rely on how companies and individual properties respond to the key trends that are poised to shape the year ahead

From The Bahamas to Aruba, 7 Tiny Caribbean Hotels to Try

The travel industry has changed in more ways than we can count, but it’s also put that much more emphasis on the decision of where to stay. There’s so much more thought that goes into the choice of accommodation, and for some, the idea of a smaller, boutique stay is that much more appealing as an oasis from large crowds

7 Sustainable UK Hotels To Book In 2021

Our travel habits have changed dramatically since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic. Back in March 2020, we took a worldwide pause, closing offices, factories, shops, public buildings, schools, and airports – and transport was scaled back as a result

Several cruise trips have already been cancelled this year. See when major cruise lines plan on operating again.

Bad news for any eager cruisegoers: cruise lines are continuing to extend cruising suspensions into 2021 as the COVID-19 pandemic continues

Calls to Remove Unnecessary Travel Quarantines, What About Cruises?

The WTTC President and CEO said in a statement, released on the organization’s website earlier this week, that although the World Travel and Tourism Council supports measures to halt the spread of COVID-19

Why sunny Queensland should be top of your post-Covid travel bucket list

That is why we are taking a closer look at some of our readers’ favourite destinations and seeing what makes them so incredible. Today’s candidate for your first post-vaccination holiday is sunny Queensland in Australia

13 Best Honeymoon Destinations in the U.S.

What do you truly want out of your honeymoon? That's the first question you need to ask yourself and your partner when looking into honeymoon destinations in the U.S. or abroad

A Black American Traveler Shares His Experience of Visiting Africa for the First Time

In terms of African travel destinations, Morocco and Egypt were the only two that topped my must-see list for a long a time. But that recently changed following my first trip to Kenya

7 Romantic Southern California Destinations For Mature Couples

Southern California boasts hundreds of miles of beaches, several mountain ranges, and an expanse of scenic desert. When trying to plan a romantic getaway, the problem will be how to choose among so many excellent options. Here are

Travel body rejects compulsory COVID-19 shots, experts say herd immunity distant

The head of a global travel organisation on Monday opposed making COVID-19 vaccinations a requirement for travellers in the fight against the pandemic, despite scepticism about reaching herd immunity this

Latest Hawaii travel restrictions: What you need to know

When Hawaii launched a program in October allowing visitors to bypass its 14-day coronavirus quarantine by showing proof of a negative COVID-19 test, thousands of travelers took advantage of the offer. Hawaii's statistics show that 594,628 visitors arrived in the state from Oct. 15, when the bypass program took effect

The First Clinical Use of Insulin

In 1889, a Polish physician, Oscar Minkowski, removed the pancreas from a healthy dog and noted that the animal suffered an immediate rise in blood sugar. Thirty-three years later in 1922, a Canadian researcher, Frederick Banting, read Minkowski's notes and determined that diabetes might be treated with a pancreatic extract of insulin

Rome to Rebuild Colosseum’s Ancient Retractable Floor

Italian officials have plans to restore a key element of the ancient amphitheater, a floor devised by the Romans to conceal an underground network of tunnels and cages during the gladiator era

Delta Air Lines bans emotional support animals

Sorry, but your emotional support hamster is no longer cleared to fly on Delta Air Lines. The carrier on Thursday officially banned travelers from flying with emotional support animals. This comes after a final rule from the Department of Transportation affirming that carriers no longer have to recognize emotional

JetBlue lands a lawsuit from travel booking websites alleging anti-competitive pricing ‘scheme’

When you go looking for airfares online, are you really getting the best deal possible? Fareportal, an online travel agency behind flight booking websites like CheapOair and OneTravel, filed a lawsuit against budget airline JetBlue this week, accusing it of engaging in an anti-competitive "scheme" to prevent consumers

Vancouver’s Iconic Piano-Shaped Hotel Rebrands to Hilton Hotels & Resorts

A new brand identity heralds an exciting future for Vancouver's hospitality industry. Pacific Reach Properties announces the rebranding of the former Westin Grand Hotel to Hilton Vancouver Downtown

Five stylish English spa hotels

The new spa lodges at the Gilpin, in the Lake District, elicit “a genuine and increasingly rare expression of ‘wow!’”, says Mark O’Flaherty in The Daily Telegraph. Each is a “big open-plan glass space”, with the decor and outdoor hot tub reminiscent of reality TV’s Big Brother

The New Travel Company Created So Everyone Can See The World

Let’s just admit it: If you’re reading this, you love to travel. You love the idea of visiting and experiencing new and unique places. Becoming one with a new society and absorbing all that traveling offers into your life and your memories. But for many of us, the physical act of moving

What are travelers afraid of in 2021? And what should they actually be worried about?

Walt Meyer is afraid of getting sick when he travels. Too many people aren't taking COVID-19 seriously, he says. He'd travel again this year if he could be sure that his fellow passengers were virus-free

Six travel insiders share their tips and predictions for 2021

Oliver Bell says: “If you’ve got airmiles then now is a good time to use them as there is much more availability than usual (typically it’s quite hard to find flights that suit on the dates you want to travel). Most airlines are offering free cancellation if you can’t fly due to Covid so I’m booking

JetBlue Joins American, Alaska in Changing Rules for Emotional Support Animals

JetBlue is the latest airline to no longer accept emotional support animals onboard flights. In a statement provided to Travel + Leisure on Wednesday, a JetBlue spokesperson confirmed that "as of January 11, 2021

Legoland adding shade over MiniLand USA, prepping other 10th anniversary activities

Legoland Florida is about to throw shade in the nicest possible way. The theme park is installing tents over the entirety of its MiniLand USA, a popular area featuring tiny versions of American cities

England will now require international arrivals to have negative COVID-19 test

England will require all international arrivals to have a negative COVID-19 test in order to enter the country. U.K. Transport Secretary Grant Shapps announced early Friday that travelers arriving in England from international destinations will

Australia and New Zealand Expand Travel Bubble Destinations

Australia and New Zealand’s burgeoning travel bubble saw a new destination added this week when a plane bound for Brisbane departed from Auckland on Thursday, January 7th. Travel bubbles have been a hot topic

Detourism: Can the past year's lessons help us become better tourists?

Detourism entails exploring your surroundings, often associated with being a tourist in your own area, and going with the flow, going where the day takes you and opening yourself up to chance encounters

Regent Seven Seas Cruises Kicking Off 2021 With Complimentary Suite Upgrades, Extended Cancellations

Regent Seven Seas Cruises is ringing in 2021 by offering free suite upgrades to anyone who books a cruise before the end of February, the company shared with Travel + Leisure. Travelers who book almost any future cruise

MSC Cruises Will Resume Cruises This Month

Strict measures implemented in Italy that restrict people’s movement within the country have forced Swiss Cruise Operator MSC Cruises to halt operations temporarily. However, guests do not have to wait long as cruises will resume from the end

The Battle of New Orleans

The War of 1812 was over. On December 12, 1814, the United States and Britain signed the Treaty of Ghent, ending the war. Unfortunately, American forces under the command of General Andrew Jackson and British forces encamped near New Orleans were unaware of that fact. The two armies had been facing each other just south of New Orleans since mid-December and news traveled slowly

Airlines beefing up safety on Washington flights in wake of Capitol riots, in-flight incidents

Airlines got a preview of the mood of supporters of President Trump when in-flight tussles emerged on flights into Washington, D.C., on Tuesday and after Wednesday's storming of the US Capitol they aren't taking any chances on what might unfold as the election protesters fly home

Will Other Airlines Follow Alaska And American Banning Emotional Support Animals?

Since the implementation of the Department of Transportation ruling allowing airlines to refuse emotional support animals onboard, only two US carriers have taken the plunge and issued a ban. Will others follow in their footsteps? Let’s take a look

Cuba's Restrictions, Airlines' Silence, Creates Chaos

The sharp uptick in Covid-19 cases throughout Cuba in December led the government to backtrack on reopening. After allowing the airports to receive flights from abroad Cuba suddenly told the airlines they must cancel the majority of their flights to and from the island. The new semi-emergency policy took

Hotels look to include deep cleaning air as part of Covid-19 measures

Since the pandemic broke hotels have already introduced extra cleaning measures such as regularly disinfecting high-touch points around properties - brands such as Hilton, Travelodge, Premier Inn and InterContinental (IHG) are just some of the big names which introduced enhanced cleaning

Airlines move flight crews to DC airport hotels to avoid Trump protest

Airlines are moving flight crews to hotels outside of central Washington, D.C., to avoid the protests at the U.S. Capitol, airlines and a major labor union said. American Airlines started booking crews overnighting in Washington to airport hotels on Tuesday and plans to do the same on Wednesday at a minimum

Carnival Cruise Line, Princess Cruises cancels more US cruises into late spring

Princess Cruises has announced it will cancel all cruises from U.S. ports through May 14 — more than a year after the industry came to a standstill in the middle of March last year

Cruises from Italy to Resume While North American Cruises are Delayed

MSC and Costa Cruises both announced plans to restart their cruises from Italy in January after the Italian Government’s requested pause during the holiday season. The efforts to resume large ship cruising from Italy come as the North American cruise lines are continuing

Where Are The World’s Largest Cruise Ships?

As the pandemic situation continues to develop, the biggest cruise vessels are still out of service around the globe. Some of the ships remain close to their homeports, while others have moved around the world for various reasons

If You Can’t Leave the United States in 2021, Visit These Cities Instead

Despite several coronavirus vaccines, we still don’t know if any of those trips we all want will be possible in 2021. But just because international travel is at a momentary standstill doesn’t mean you can’t plan an amazing vacation. We’ve rounded up a list of destinations

Make 2021 your year of adventure with these motorcycle tours and events

After a year plenty of us would prefer to forget, it’s time to make up for lost time by making 2021 your year of adventure. With this in mind, we’ve compiled a list of incredible tours and events to help you do just that

Wyndham Destinations buys Travel + Leisure for $100M

Wyndham Destinations, an Orlando, Fla.-based timeshare resort company, has acquired Travel + Leisure from publishing giant Meredith in a $100 million

These Are the World’s Most Powerful Passports in 2021 — See Where Your Country Ranks

As the surge in coronavirus cases continues to shut down borders and create lockdowns around the globe, international travel remains a dream of the future. For the 2021 Henley & Partners Passport Index's quarterly update, researchers ranked the most powerful passports in the world

The 21 Best Caribbean Islands to Visit in 2021 Caribbean Journal

The past year has changed a lot about the travel industry. What hasn’t changed is the world’s love affair with the Caribbean — and while intrepid travelers have already been returning to the region’s shores, demand (and arrival numbers) are expected to surge this year

5 Most Romantic Destinations on the French Riviera

Elegant, dazzling, and seductive – the French Riviera (or the Côte d'Azur) is easy to fall for. From its sun-drenched Mediterranean coast to fields of lavender and olive groves inland to year-round warm weather, there’s a lot to love. For those looking for an alluring destination, look no further. Here are the 5 most romantic destinations

The Leaning Tower of Pisa is Closed

In the Pisa cathedral, construction began on the free-standing bell tower on August 9, 1173 and took 117 years to complete. Built on a small foundation in soft soil the massive tower soon began to tilt, and over the centuries came to be known as the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Over time many plans were devised to correct

The Travel Institute releases new online version of Exploring The World destination resource; ushers in ‘Better Days’ for 2021

FRAMINGHAM, MA, January 5, 2020 –The Travel Institute is starting the year with its new online version of Exploring the World, the well-known and well-regarded destination reference guide that gives frontline agents easy access to the destination content that matters to them most. With content migrated from the current, 400+-page, 4th print edition, the new interactive, online version brings destinations around the world alive through 15 chapters filled with interactive maps, vibrant photography, graphics, chapter objectives and summaries, as well as search capabilities and student progress tracking. “The ultimate resource for both new agents and industry veterans, Exploring the World does an agent’s homework for them

Theodore Roosevelt Dies

On this day in 1919, the 26th President of the United States passed away. Theodore "Teddy" Roosevelt was a larger-than-life figure whose accomplishments spanned exploration, conservation, science, sports, the military, and politics. During the Spanish-American war in 1898, Roosevelt organized the Rough Riders, the 1st U.S. Volunteer Cavalry Regiment, and became a war hero, awarded the Medal of Honor posthumously for

Only one U.S. airline cracked the list of the 10 safest carriers in 2021

Discussions around the safety of flying are now dominated by the global pandemic, but the “Top Twenty Safest Airlines 2021” list compiled by airline website AirlineRatings.com doesn’t have anything to do with Covid-19. Released this week, the list analyzes crash records and safety compliance to highlight airlines that it claims are leading air travel safety

Which airlines and airports do you think are the best?

Flying is often a fundamental element of travel, and airlines and airports have the ability to make or break a trip. So 10Best is looking for the best airlines and airline amenities, as well as the best airports in North America that make getting to your destination a pleasure rather than a pain

Frequent travel could make you 7% happier

People dreaming of travel post-COVID-19 now have some scientific data to support their wanderlust. A new study in the journal of Tourism Analysis shows frequent travelers are happier with their lives than people who don’t travel at all

Amazon Buys Planes From Airlines Struggling With Pandemic Slowdown

Amazon has purchased 11 passenger planes from Delta and WestJet that will be converted into cargo jets, according to a press release from the Seattle-based online retailer. It’s the first time Amazon has purchased planes outright rather than just lease them and comes as the airline industry struggles from a slowdown in demand during the covid-19

No Carnival Cruise Ships Will Sail from the U.S. Until April 2021

Carnival Cruise Line has announced further cancellations and it now means that no Carnival cruise ships will sail in March. It delays the resumption of operations until April at the very earliest

Ask the cruise director: What are your top tips for cruising?

Over the years, I’ve seen some crazy sights when it comes to the amount of luggage people bring on a cruise. The record was one person with nine suitcases, six of which were just for shoes…and that’s the last time I let my father sail with me

BREAKING NEWS: FLA. SENATOR FILES BILL THAT WOULD VOID KEY WEST’S NEW CRUISE SHIP LIMITS

A senator from Bradenton, Florida filed a bill late Tuesday that, if passed, will void Key West’s newly approved cruise ship limitations. Republican Senator Jim Boyd has proposed Senate Bill 426 that states, “a local government may not restrict or regulate commerce in the seaports of this state,…including, but not limited to, regulating or restricting a vessel’s type or size, source or type of cargo, or number, origin, or nationality of passengers

Travelers Are Flocking Outdoors, but Trekking Guides Are Still Struggling

Juan Barrios, a trekking guide for Mountain Lodges of Peru, was leading a group of seven hikers through the Peruvian Andes when news of COVID-19's rapid spread reached them. The headlines, Barrios told me, were alarming to some of his clients—or, as he insists on calling them, his “friends.” The night before their visit to Machu Picchu, two of those friends decided to go home early. A few days later

The world's most powerful passports for 2021

The days of strolling into an airport, flashing a passport, then hopping on a flight to wherever one likes are, for now, a distant memory. The Covid-19 pandemic has transformed the travel landscape, potentially for decades to come. Countries all over the world are entering fresh lockdowns, but even when restrictions do lift

Bloomberg says Costa Rica among top 2021 vacation destinations

The U.S.-based media company published its “Where to Go in 2021,” recommending destinations “that will be especially profound” for travelers this year. Among the list of 24 is Costa Rica, a place where visitors can immerse themselves in nature and “leave no trace.” As Bloomberg writes

Kauai travel rules change — again — as Hawaiian islands struggle with tourism, pandemic

The island of Kauai plans to reopen to tourists after a halt forced by the coronavirus, but the economic recovery in the vital tourism industry could be slow. Kauai had opted out of the state program that allows trans-Pacific visitors if they produce a negative test before arrival, and the island had required all travelers to undergo a 10-day quarantine

Cancun Has Seen 6.4 Million Tourists During The Pandemic

According to Mexican airport operator ASUR, Cancun has registered over 6.4 million tourists since reopening during the Covid-19 pandemic. Of that, over 2.7 million were American travelers on vacation. The resort city continues to be one of the top destinations in the world during the pandemic and is showing no signs

LOOK: These creative hotel bubble pods are signs of the times

The year 2020 is finally behind us, but the threat of COVID-19 persists. Thus, businesses lucky enough to survive the past year are coming up with innovative ways to entice people to visit and spend. Some of the examples we've seen are drive-in and float-in cinemas, social distancing dining, and bottled versions of signature coffee and cocktail drinks

Kaua'i hotels see uptick in reservations ahead of changes to travel rules

Gary Moore, manager of Timbers Kaua’i Ocean Club & Residences, said things are looking up–bookings rose 15 percent since Gov. David Ige approved new “resort bubble” regulations last week. “The news is just getting out on the mainland

Major U.S. airlines back expanding COVID-19 testing for more international travelers

A group representing major U.S. airlines on Monday backed a proposal by public health officials to implement a global testing program requiring negative tests before most international air passengers return to the United States, according to a letter seen by Reuters.

Airline passenger numbers plummet over Christmas period

The number of passengers flown by Ryanair and Wizz Air fell over 80 per cent for the second consecutive month in December

These cruise ships are set to debut in 2021

The cruise industry is hoping for a major do-over in 2021. Thanks to COVID-19-induced shipyard delays and sailing suspensions, several brand-new ships from major cruise lines including Carnival, Royal Caribbean and Celebrity missed their planned 2020 debuts

US Cruise Port Expects Over 24 Cruise Ships Through Early Feb

We reported a few weeks ago on the arrival of several Carnival Cruise line ships into California. The World Cruise Center in Los Angeles is expecting more than two dozen cruise ship calls through early February

Windstar Announces 5 Percent Deposits and More Offers

Windstar Cruises has announced that it will be reducing its deposits for guests from 15 percent of cruise fare to five percent as part of its wave season

Kaua'i hotels see uptick in reservations ahead of changes to travel rules

Gary Moore, manager of Timbers Kaua'i Ocean Club & Residences, said things are looking up--bookings rose 15 percent since Gov. David Ige approved new "resort bubble" regulations last week. "The news is just getting out on the mainland and so we can anticipate it to take a little bit of time for folks to understand the new rules for Kaua'i

Travel predictions for 2021 from TPG's editor

I’m eagerly planning my first big trip for when it is really safe to travel again. It’s for February. Or March. Or maybe it’s that holiday I booked for May. Hopefully I can take that June trip. And surely the August one? Welcome to 2021

TSA Screened Record Number of Travelers Since Start of the Pandemic Over New Year's Weekend

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) screened a record number of travelers over New Year’s weekend since the pandemic shut down travel in March

What Our Editors Did This Weekend: Bookstore Browsing, Snowshoeing, and Dining in a Yurt

We're rolling into 2021 with a whole lot of optimism. Here's hoping this year, thanks to the vaccine rollout, we'll finally be able to start traveling again—and that we'll dust off our passports and get to reschedule those ambitious 2020 trips we had to cancel

You Can Visit Every National Park for Free on These 6 Days in 2021

If visiting one (or several) of the United States’ impressive national parks is on your travel bucket list this year, we have some good news. The National Park Service (NPS) is offering six days in 2021 when guests can enjoy free admission to national parks, monuments, and sites that typically charge entrance fees

Top 10 Private Jet Destinations Around The World

A short flight on the private jet is always a preferred choice for those who can afford it. But one doesn't need to own a private jet to experience its luxury and benefits. Many fliers are opting for private jet charter and choosing to fly privately over commercial airlines

COVID-19: Top holiday destinations Britons are booking for 2021 despite new lockdowns

With holidays cancelled and the chill of winter making our daily park walks ever less appealing, the idea of a sunny getaway is on the minds of many as the UK faces up to weeks of lockdown across all four nations

The First Female Governor

On this day in 1925, Wyoming seated Nellie Tayloe Ross as the governor of the state, making Ross the first woman to serve as governor of a U.S. state. She was elected in a special election following the death of William Ross, her husband and the Governor she succeeded. She lost in the general elections in 1926, but remained active in politics

The world's safest airlines for 2021 revealed

There may have been far fewer airplanes in the skies this past year, but if you're looking ahead to future travel, you might take heed of the latest rankings of the world's safest airlines from AirlineRatings.com.

How airlines are transforming to deliver the Covid-19 vaccine and why it is especially challenging now

Major U.S. airlines have stepped up to become a crucial part of the supply chain alongside logistic giants like UPS, FedEx and DHL to help deliver vaccines.

Emirates just unveiled the swanky high-end design for its new Airbus A380 as most airlines say goodbye to the enormous plane — see inside

Emirates is one of the few airlines still flying the Airbus A380, a dying breed of aircraft that will soon stop being produced by Airbus. But the world's largest operator of the A380 isn't giving up on the world's largest passenger jet.

Best Marriott Category 6 hotels in New York City for families

The Big Apple is on many families’ lists of dream destinations, and while the fancier hotels get much of the attention, there are family-friendly deals hidden here and there. Luckily, you can find several solid Marriott hotel options in New York City if you have a Marriott up to 50k award night at your disposal from the Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant American Express Card.

Hotel owners are still reeling from the coronavirus pandemic

Hotel owners are bracing for a difficult 2021, as the sector continues to reel from a historic drop in bookings caused by the Covid-19 pandemic. Even though the industry's worst year in living memory ended with a glimmer of hope, many in the industry expect the celebrations to be short lived.

When Each Cruise Line is Scheduled to Resume Cruises in 2021

It’s been almost 10 months since cruise lines have had cruise ships depart from U.S. ports for cruises to the Caribbean and Bahamas. When will cruises resume is the million dollar question for 2021.

These Cruise Ships Sit in Limbo Status

A number of cruise ships sit laid up awaiting their fate, whether its a new operator and return to cruise service, or potentially the scrap yard.

2021 Astronomical Calendar: Full Moons, Meteor Showers, and Eclipses to Watch for This Year

From the great conjunction to impressive comets, 2020 was filled with exciting astronomical events, but there’s even more on the horizon (and in the night sky) for 2021. This year, stargazers can look forward to meteor showers, lunar eclipses, supermoons, and even a total solar eclipse

U.S. air travel hits pandemic high over New Year's holiday amid surging Covid outbreak

U.S. air travel hit its highest level on Saturday since mid-March, raising fears that the spike in holiday travel will result in another surge in Covid-19 cases and deaths in upcoming weeks.

7 Destinations in Hawaii Where the Locals Love to Go

When you live on an island, non-residents frequently ask: Where do you vacation, if you live in a vacation destination? Don’t you get bored living on an island? For many Hawaii residents, the answer to the first question is Las Vegas, lovingly referred to as “the ninth island” because of the high number of locals who visit

Egypt eyes slow return for tourism after revenues dive in 2020

Egypt’s tourism sector is eying a gradual recovery after revenues plunged by nearly 70% to $4 billion in 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic, the tourism minister and travel companies said.

9 Fantastic Experiences During A 3-Day Tour Of The Bolivia Salt Flats

A three-day tour of the Bolivia Salt Flats is an unforgettable experience. Starting in Uyuni, Bolivia, the tour includes the surreal expanse of the Bolivia salt flats. Beyond the Salar de Uyuni are colorful lakes, steaming geysers on the Siloli Desert, and plenty of flamingos all viewed with the stellar backdrop of the Andes

9 Quaint U.S. Islands To Explore In 2021

A visit to one of these quaint U.S. islands will make you feel like you're stepping back in time. The pace of life is often slower, and these islands offer an escape from the hustle and bustle of bigger, more touristy cities. But that's not to say there isn't plenty to do and see! Explore our list of the best quaint U.S. islands to visit in 2021

A Botched Arrest Foils the King

Charles I was King of England, Scotland, and Ireland in 1642. These were not happy times for the monarchy. A rising Protestant movement and resentment against Charles' belief in the "divine right of kings", along with the levying of taxes without Parliament's consent caused much discontent. On January 4, 1642 Charles entered the House of Commons to arrest five members on charges of high treason. News of the King's actions

Former Spirit Airlines CEO: More federal aid 'not a long-term solution' for airlines

Former Spirit Airlines CEO Ben Baldanza warned on Wednesday that more federal aid for airlines is “not a long-term solution” for the struggling industry. The coronavirus pandemic has led to a sharp decrease in demand for travel as people were encouraged to stay home in an effort to curb the spread

Palestinian Airlines To Cease Operation After 25 Years

Following a turbulent history spanning a quarter of a century, Palestinian Airlines has officially ceased operations. The Palestinian authorities announced their decision Tuesday, and all that remains is to find a buyer for the carrier’s two Fokker F50s

Canada to require arriving airline passengers to provide proof of negative COVID test

Arriving airline passengers will soon be required to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 test before entering Canada, Intergovernmental Affairs Minister Dominic LeBlanc announced Wednesday (Dec. 30)

The most-anticipated 2021 hotel openings around the world

New year, new hotels! The coronavirus pandemic has changed the traveling game for many of us. With many destinations on some form of lockdown or enacting quarantine orders or other restrictions for visitors, much of your vacation time might be spent in hotels, so why not pick one that'll still make you feel like you're getting away

Puerto Rico’s Palacio Provincial Hotel Set for January Debut

A new lifestyle hotel is coming to the heart of Old San Juan, Puerto Rico, and now more details have been revealed on the Preferred Hotels property. It’s called Palacio Provincial, and the 43-room hotel will be set in an historic building in San Juan’s charming historic district

Winners Revealed for Cruise Hive's 2020 Cruise Ship Awards

The winners have been revealed in the 2020 Cruise Ship Awards. Cruise Hive readers have been voting since mid-September on their favorite cruise ships, cruise lines, and ports. Finally, we come to announce which ones have come out on top. In this year’s annual awards, we scaled back due to the global pandemic

Oceania Cruises: All-New Destinations, Small Ship Sailings and the Finest Cuisine at Sea

Imagine a cruise line that takes you to remote and exotic destinations, a cruise line that offers the finest cuisine at sea and a luxurious small-ship experience akin to that of a floating boutique hotel – that’s Oceania Cruises. Founded In 2002 to offer an unparalleled gastronomic travel experience

Will Your Next Cruise Require a COVID-19 Vaccination?

Cruise lines have been hunched over on the starting blocks for a long time. And it's only getting worse. Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NYSE:NCLH) announced on Tuesday that it is canceling all sailings through the end of March. Its business will have been suspended for more than a year when cruises resume in April

16 Really Good Things That Happened in the Travel World in 2020

2020 was a bizarre year, to say the least. We rode the waves of a pandemic, a U.S. presidential election, protests, wildfires, social change marches, travel bans, and more. And while it’s easy to remember all the hardships that came with 2020 (and the noticeable lack of travel)

The Top Five Ways To Tour Denver's Cannabis Scene In Times Of COVID-19

Despite the chaos of 2020, the cannabis industry continues to flourish. In addition to more states legalizing, and the hopeful decriminalization of cannabis at the federal level, we are also witnessing the rise of cannabis tourism. In a state like Colorado, where adult-use cannabis has been available

The Richest Year Of The Gold Rush

At the end of the year 1852, the California Gold Rush had produced over $81 million in wealth from prospecting claims. The Rush began on January 24, 1848, when James W. Marshall discovered gold on his land. News spread quickly, and soon prospectors from Oregon, Hawaii, and even Latin America were rushing to California to buy land and stake their

Backpacking is a rite of passage for many travelers. Covid could end it forever

Backpacking trips have been something of a rite of passage for young people for almost 70 years. Whether you're setting off around the world, or exploring a particular region, country, or city, taking off with a few belongings and moving from destination to destination remains a hugely attractive prospect for those

10 positive takeaways from 2020 as the year draws to a close

As 2020 draws to a close, many of us will be thankful to bid farewell to a year like no other, one fraught with fear, sadness and challenges. Yet, despite the hardship of the coronavirus pandemic, this year will also go down as a momentous one for all the rapid developments it has brought about

50 Best Places to Travel in 2021 for a Much-needed Vacation

After a year of travel plans turned upside down, 2021 brings a new horizon for travel. Here are the best places to travel in 2021 for you to explore all year long. Our list of best vacation spots includes the Berkshires, Texas Hill Country, the Gulf Coast, plus the always lively New York City, Miami, and New Orleans

Travel 2021: Top destinations and trends

2020. What a year. International travel was banned and interstate borders opened and closed with what felt like seconds of warning. Practically no one travelled. At least not for leisure

10 reasons Barbados is the perfect destination for an idyllic getaway

Whether you want to laze on the beach, swim with the turtles or enjoy a gourmet meal with a dreamy sunset view, Barbados is the island for you. It’s no wonder the A-list flock here to enjoy endless white sands, breathtaking wildlife, and temperatures in the high 20s

Bali Beach Bike: tiket.com, Citilink Indonesia team up to boost Bali tourism

As the year winds down to a close, both the domestic tourist industry and travelers have found ways to navigate the Covid-19 travel restrictions and testing policies. To help smooth the way, online booking company tiket.com has teamed up with local airline Citilink Indonesia to hold the Bali Beach Bike

Alaska Airlines becomes first major US airline to announce emotional support animal ban

Alaska Airlines will soon ban emotional support animals from flights, becoming the first major U.S. airline to do so after the Department of Transportation revised its regulations earlier this month about what constitutes a service animal

Airlines Aren't Making It Easy to Use COVID Credits

A credit from a store is usually straightforward. A credit from an airline can be anything but: It's often hard to use, and you may never get back all your money. With billions of dollars tied up in vouchers for a pandemic's worth of canceled flights, some airlines have created new classes of vouchers. Some have new restrictions that limit their use and value

How flying will change in 2021

It was a fitting place for an industry in need of a miracle. In October, Air Belgium moved two planes to Lourdes, the Catholic sanctuary in France, to park up for the winter. The planes -- both Airbus A340-300s, of which the airline only has four in total -- have been parked at Tarbes-Lourdes-Pyrenees airport for long-term storage

What Cruise Lines Need To Get Right in 2021

The year 2020 started great, with cruise lines predicting record bookings at the start of the year and passenger numbers projected to jump up by several million compared to 2019. How different things became in February and March. With COVID-19 outbreaks on several vessels, ships detained in ports worldwide

Despite the Pandemic, 16 New Cruise Ships Were Delivered in 2020

Sixteen new cruise ships were delivered in 2020, including three before the COVID-19 crisis was declared a pandemic, while most delivered after have yet to see revenue guests and await their official debuts in 2021

Disney Reveals Detail About New Cruise Ship

Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship, Disney Wish, is currently under construction at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg, Germany. Disney hasn’t yet revealed much information about its fifth ship, which will be the first vessel added to the line’s fleet since Disney Fantasy in 2012

The New Tokyo Edition Is the Most ‘Cutting Edge and Avant-garde’ Hotel in the Japanese Capital

The Tokyo Edition, Toranomon is ready to welcome guests to what can only be described as the hotel company’s coolest offering yet. The hotel, which officially opened its doors on Oct. 20, is the first Edition hotel in Japan. Designed in partnership with renowned architect Kengo Kuma

Star Wars-themed hotel due to open in 2021

The Walt Disney Park in Orlando, Florida, promises total immersion in the Star Wars universe from its opening in 2021, starting from the launch pod which takes visitors to the Halcyon, arriving at the Atrium and the Bridge, there will also be a light sabre initiation class

Pandemic wanderlust: 100 places we're yearning to travel in 2021 and beyond

Canceled trips. Dashed plans to see family and friends. Missed opportunities to explore different places and cultures. It was a year of disappointment for travelers as the COVID-19 pandemic swept the world. Health officials' advice not to travel, personal concerns and government-imposed travel restrictions to stem the spread of the coronavirus

Here’s what experts are forecasting for the travel industry in 2021

According to research by McKinsey, the arts, entertainment, recreation, accommodation and hospitality services have been some of the sectors worst hit by 2020’s coronavirus pandemic. Since March this year, when the virus began to increase its global transmission, we’ve seen theatres, restaurants, small independent shops, bars and clubs close their doors. Unfortunately, some of them for good

Travel to New York City during Covid-19: What you need to know before you go

If you're planning a trip to New York City, here's what you'll need to know and expect if you want to visit during the global coronavirus pandemic

Make A Quick Getaway To These Places For A Fresh Start This New Year!

We know how tough this year has been for everyone out there, especially for India who’s Covid positive cases has hit at the top charts. The virus hasn’t left us yet but the people’s fear had gone away besides some are in still stress

Take a Virtual Tour of the World's Largest Circular Tomb, Augustus' Mausoleum

Rome is renowned for its landmarks, from the grand Colosseum to the palatial Pantheon. But these famed attractions aren’t all that the city has to offer: Just north of Castel Sant’Angelo, along the River Tiber, visitors will find the remains of a lesser-known, but still significant, monument

Mutated COVID-19 variant could tighten travel to Hawaii

It’s 70 percent more contagious than other versions of COVID-19, and it’s now confirmed to be in the United States. The variant of COVID-19 that mutated in the United Kingdom was detected in a Colorado man Tuesday. The man, in his 20’s, has no history of travel according to officials

Establishment Of The USSR

On this day in 1922, the Treaty on the Creation of the USSR was approved and finalized, forming the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics, aka the Soviet Union. The USSR was created by Vladimir Lenin, who closely followed the teachings of Karl Marx. The USSR was the first country in the world to be founded on the principles of communism. Lenin's goal

A Special Message from The Travel Institute team

With the holiday season and the year’s end upon us, many of us have found our traditions, our lives, and our careers upended. But, we are in this together, giving us a shared reality and a special strength in numbers as we continue to fortify ourselves and our community for the eventual return of travel. As you pack up 2020, unpack your holiday décor and experience the season, we invite you to enjoy a few special gifts. We’ve ensured something for everyone during this December’s

Massacre at Wounded Knee

After years of the United States seizing Native American lands and forcing tribes onto reservations, as well as treaty provisions that were never honored, came to a head on December 29, 1890 at Wounded Knee. European settlers were growing concerned over a new movement with the Lakota tribe called the "Ghost Dance"; this religion assured the Native American people that soon their ancestors would return and the white man would be swept from the land and the wildlife returned. Settlers feared the Ghost Dance followers were preparing for war, and the government took swift action. Reservation police believed Sitting Bull was

Azores Airlines Launches New Not-Quite-Transatlantic Route

Fans of unusual air routes will love the latest route announcement from Azores Airlines. It is launching a new route in summer 2021, from the Azores to Bermuda. Operated by the A321neo, this is a 3,580 kilometers route within the Atlantic Ocean

Southwest to avoid first layoffs as relief package clears

Southwest Airlines Inc. said it would rescind plans to cut jobs and wages next year, now that new federal payroll support has been approved, averting what would have been the first worker layoffs in the carrier’s history

2020 was brutal for airlines. Next year could be even trickier.

The pandemic-pummeled airlines are retooling for 2021, trying to keep industry jobs on life support while strategically streamlining and dangling rock-bottom rates in the hopes customers return. From Boeing to bailouts, the aviation industry

Hotels that opened in 2020 you may have missed

No two ways about it — 2020 was a maelstrom for the travel industry. It’s faced many crises over the years, but none as all-encompassing and devastating as the global COVID-19 pandemic. Even though this year has brought a seemingly endless drumbeat of bad news, there are reasons to be optimistic for the future of travel

Omni Hotels Accepted Millions In PPP Funds But Didn't Pay Workers

Omni Hotels & Resorts, the international luxury hotel chain owned by billionaire Robert B. Rowling, is being accused of misusing millions of dollars in federal pandemic relief funds meant to keep workers on payroll. Unite Here, a service workers union with more than 300,000 members in North America, said several Omni hotels where it represents workers took Paycheck Protection Program loans

In U-turn, government cancels forced hotel quarantine for arrivals from abroad

After criticism, chaos and protests, Health Minister Yuli Edelstein announced Tuesday that Israelis returning from abroad will no longer have to quarantine in specially designated hotels, bringing the selectively enforced policy to an end. The government had announced the controversial measure last week following the spread of coronavirus variants in Britain and South Africa

'I'll do anything to be out there': At least 100,000 people sign up for test cruises

At least 100,000 people have signed up for volunteer cruises, according to a Facebook post in November from the Royal Caribbean CEO. The number of volunteers has more than likely grown since then. John and Laurie MacMillan from Fort Myers and CJ Chase from Titusville are among those hoping to be chosen

Cruise Ships Forced to Cancel Sailings Due to Possible Cyberattack

Carnival-owned Aida Cruises is suffering from major IT issues and does seem to be a possible cyberattack. This could now be the third major cyberattack against a cruise line this year and shows a worrying trend on keeping systems secure

The 11 days of drama at sea that changed cruising forever

As the calendar turned over to January 1, 2020, out on the world's oceans, it looked set to be another glorious year for cruising. Thousands of passengers were seeing in the New Year at sea, perhaps toasting the stroke of midnight -- ship's time -- with a glass of champagne. Many hundreds of thousands more, still ashore

Virtual Guided Tour Takes Visitors To Explore Ancient Cities

Grab a drink and relax from a comfortable seat in your home to enjoy a Virtual Guided Tour of the Old City of Jerusalem and Bethlehem, and marvel at the sites from the ancient cities. A great and unique way to celebrate the close of 2020

Take A Virtual Tour Of These North Carolina Museums Over The Holidays

It's not easy keeping the family engaged and entertained during this unprecedented holiday, but these North Carolina museums are making that tall task a little more accessible. Across the state, museums have turned to digital technology to craft online tours that aren’t subject to regular business hours

The top 10 Destinations & Reasons to "Travel with Purpose" in 2021 according to Amazon Prime Video's highly rated "Global Child" travel series

"The best way to let go of the past is to look towards the future," says Augusto Valverde, the creator and host of Global Child "Travel with Purpose" now in its third season of exploring the world through the best experiences and giving back everywhere they go

7 ideas for the perfect family holiday in Europe

One of the most alluring things about Europe is its diversity. The continent has a wealth of fun-filled destinations for families to visit, from the Algarve’s cliff-backed beaches to the Pyrénées’ towering peaks. Whether you prefer to soak up the sun, immerse yourself in culture or head out on an action-packed adventure

Christmas Leads To Highest TSA Passenger Numbers In 9 Months

The Christmas and New Years’ Holiday is one of the busiest travel periods of the year in the United States. Driven mostly by leisure travelers heading home for the holidays and some off to vacation destinations, airlines saw a record number (for 2020, at least) of passengers step onboard their aircraft

2020 Gay Travel Awards Winners Revealed!

The 2020 Gay Travel Awards℠ presented by GayTravel.com announced the winners today. In its fifth year, the Gay Travel Awards mission is to recognize and reward select accommodations, destinations, and transportation companies worldwide. These distinguished organizations lead by example and help inspire other companies and brands to follow their spirit of diversity and inclusiveness

Why you should quarantine after traveling for Christmas — advice from Dr. Wen

Despite warnings from public health officials, millions of Americans traveled over the Christmas holiday. The US Transportation Security Administration reported that nearly 1.3 million people passed through airport security checkpoints nationwide Sunday

Simple Flying's Six Most Awaited Routes From US Carriers In 2021

While 2020 was supposed to be a big year for new route launches, 2021 is now looking like a better year for new long-haul routes. Multiple US airlines have announced plenty of new services, and these are the ones Simple Flying is waiting for the most.

Alaska Airlines offering BOGO tickets to Costa Rica

Alaska Airlines is making it easier to visit Costa Rica with a friend or loved one. The Seattle-based airline is offering buy one, get one (BOGO) tickets on flights to Costa Rica, Mexico and Hawaii. “Buy one ticket for spring travel and bring a friend for just the taxes and fees,” the airline promotion reads. “Plus, no change fees, ever.”

US Airlines Now Requiring Negative COVID Tests For UK Passengers

US carriers Delta Air Lines and United Airlines will now require all passengers from the UK to have proof of a negative COVID-19 test result in order to fly. The decision follows the discovery of a new strain of the virus in Britain which is believed to be more contagious.

This Travel Subscription Service Gets You Unlimited Access to Some of the World's Best Hotels

As more travelers embrace escapes that offer built-in social distancing, private vacation rentals are in high demand. Searches for “vacation rentals” surged more than sevenfold between March and their peak in June, according to Google Trends

14 New Hotels We Can’t Wait to Visit in 2021

There’s a lot to look forward to in 2021…if even just the fact that it’s not 2020. But the chance for new adventures, new experiences, and new perspectives offers hope that the year will be a good one…and if the new hotels that are opening in 2021

Disney Cruise Line reveals first look at interior for new ship Disney Wish

For Disney cruise fans, one of their wishes just came true. Disney recently revealed a new look at one of its upcoming cruise ships, the Disney Wish. While the boat isn’t scheduled to set sail until 2022, the company did show off some details on the ship’s interior design.

Royal Caribbean’s Response to COVID-19: Fast and Thorough

The Quantum of the Seas returned to cruising on Dec. 3 with four-day itineraries from Singapore's Marina Bay terminal to nowhere, with no port calls, for Singapore residents only. The ship, which can normally carry 4,100 passengers, is capped at 50 percent occupancy

Mexico adds new tourist tax to Cozumel

One state in Mexico has announced it will increase its tourist tax, which may have an impact on cruise ship guests. The Mexican state of Quintana Roo, which is where the popular ports of Couzmel and Costa Maya are located, announced new

Detourism — can the past year’s lessons help us become better tourists in 2021?

Even before the pandemic there were signs that change was needed in the travel industry. With 2020 basically putting a halt to all but essential travel, and hotels, monuments, airlines, museums and restaurants trying to reinvent themselves

7 Fantastic Wine Tours To Experience In France

France is home to some of the world’s best wines, and its vast wine regions produce between seven to eight billion bottles a year, accounting for close to 30 percent of the world’s wine output

Kayak Has Revealed The Cheapest Destinations In The US For Spring 2021

With fingers crossed that travel slowly becomes normal again within the upcoming year, these locations are being eyed as the cheapest for Spring 2021.

10 ways to satisfy your wanderlust at home

We've gotten pretty good at social distancing and staying at home, but travel is still calling. To satisfy our wanderlust and stay safe, here are 10 ways we've learned to get our travel fix from our couches

Mexico City Is Turning 500 in 2021 — Here’s Why You Should Plan a Visit

Significant milestones are aligning this year in Mexico City, a destination known for hiking ancient pyramids, tasting mezcal in hip neighborhood bars, and more

Will you need a vaccine passport to fly? How the vaccine will restart travel

After nine months of social distancing, mask-wearing, nasal swabs and quarantining, it seems like hope is finally on the horizon. Yes, there is a long, dark winter ahead with a record number of new cases and deaths expected

World's First Commercial Movie Screened

On the 28th of December in 1895, history was made at a the Salon Indien du Grand Café in Paris. Two French brothers, Louis and Auguste Lumiere, had just developed a projector camera they dubbed the "Cinematographe". The screening in December featured ten short films they cranked through the projector, including their first film Sortie des Usines Lumière à Lyon

Vincent Van Gogh Cuts Off His Ear

On this day in 1888, Dutch artist Vincent Van Gogh, today a renowned artist today but underappreciated during his time, took a razor to his ear in a fit of rage and sliced off his own ear lobe. Van Gogh had been suffering from psychotic episodes and frequent mental breakdowns from severe depression, exasperated by his heavy drinking and neglect to his own physical health. Some believe that the famous incident was the result

Airlines welcome back thousands of furloughed workers after Congress passes stimulus bill

Executives from United and American Airlines announced plans Tuesday to bring back thousands of their furloughed workers in response to Congress passing its latest Covid-19 relief bill

Which Airlines Don't Serve Alcohol?

Alcohol is part of the flying experience for many, with nearly every airline either selling or including drinks in their service. However, a handful of airlines do not serve alcohol on some or all of their flights for various reasons. Here are some of the airlines

United Airlines Lands Vaccines In Denver, Becoming Only Commercial Airline To Transport Vaccines

Millions of COVID-19 vaccinations are being transported across the globe, and in to Denver, thanks to United Airlines. United, which has a major hub in Denver, partnered with Moderna and Pfizer to ship their vaccinations, making them the first and only commercial airline to transport COVID-19 vaccines in the United States

'I am ecstatic': COVID-19 vaccine inspires confidence among cruise passengers, industry

Nancy Sobel, who calls herself a "cruiseaholic," is ready to get back outto sea and started getting ready to do so once news of the COVID-19 vaccine's distribution broke. Sobel had four cruises booked for 2020 before the pandemic struck

Luxury cruise company to start operations again

A luxury cruise company has been given the green light to begin operating again in New Zealand. PONANT has been engaging with the Ministry of Health for months and has received conditional approval for their small luxury expedition vessel, Le Laperouse

What Is a Christmas Cruise Really Like?

If you've never tried cruising at Christmas, it can be difficult to put into words. Picture yourself drinking a steaming cup of cocoa while you enjoy the sunrise from your cabin's balcony and exchange gifts with your loved ones -- no need to worry about making your bed, cooking a huge meal

The New Gold Standard of Hotels

And does it seem possible now, with news of a vaccine, that we can look toward the dawn of a new day? I sincerely hope so. There is not a trip I have not researched, a train I am not interested in, an adventure I cannot smell in the breeze. Imagine a bedroom that is not your own. The delicious allure of it. With good timing, this Gold List issue swings in

Puerto Rico Has a Hip New Boutique Hotel

A hip new boutique hotel has opened its doors in the Condado district of San Juan, Puerto Rico, Caribbean Journal has learned. The hip new 26-room hotel is the product of a $1 million

Now You Can Gift Virtual Travel Experiences on Amazon Explore

An Amazon Explore gift card is the perfect COVID-era last-minute gift for the adventurer in your life.

Atlanta to Puerto Rico: Top domestic and international holiday destinations, per Hopper

Traveling for the holidays may be a little different this year due to the pandemic, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have advised would-be travelers to say home, but some folks are still packing up

South Korea Tightens Restrictions During Holiday Period

Beginning Christmas Eve and through Jan. 3, South Korea will limit public and private gatherings to four people. Many tourist sites popular during the holiday period will be closed

4 Top Luxury Italy in Winter Itineraries

A real pleasure of traveling is being able to experience a destination in an authentic way; not as a tourist but as a guest. Winter travel is one way to shift your vacation from a run of the mill experience, to a trip that will unlock something you might never have expected. We’ve found a few packages that highlight

Wheels Come Off For Bus Companies, Closing Down Travel Options For Poorer Americans

The wheels on the nation's buses aren't going round and round very much these days. Demand for bus travel has fallen by more than 80% during the pandemic, as public health authorities urge people to avoid travel where possible. That is raising concerns about the potential long-term damage to an essential transport method for millions of lower-income Americans

CDC warns that travel could spread British Covid-19 strain in U.S.

The CDC on Tuesday for the first time raised the possibility that travelers could bring a newly identified coronavirus strain from the U.K. to the U.S. The agency said more research is needed to determine whether the strain is easier to transmit than other versions of the virus, as scientists in Britain have suggested

Airline stocks slide as highly contagious Covid mutation in UK prompts travel restrictions

Airline stocks slipped Monday as a highly contagious mutation of Covid-19 found in the U.K. and South Africa prompted travel restrictions by more than two dozen nations. Countries from Italy to India to El Salvador have banned flights from the U.K.

United passenger on flight from Orlando to Los Angeles died of respiratory failure, COVID-19: Coroner

The 69-year-old man was traveling from Orlando to Los Angeles when he became ill. The plane diverted to New Orleans, where he died

United Airlines will 'extract' sick, or possibly sick crew members from abroad using passenger-less planes

United Airlines will use a passenger-less plane to safely "extract" any pilot or crew member from abroad who is or may be infected with the coronavirus back to the United States. Earlier this month, employees received a memo titled “International extraction procedure – COVID affected crew member" that outlined how United will safely extract crew

Viking Is Planning an Epic 28-country World Cruise for 2022

Even a pandemic hasn’t been able to kill demand for elaborate world cruise itineraries. Viking, which already is scheduled to embark on one around-the-world cruise late next year, is adding another with a departure date of December 2022

81% of luxury passengers plan to take a cruise in 2021: Rpt

Well, that fast spreading strain of coronavirus now emerging from England has prompted fresh travel restrictions, dealing yet another blow to prospects for a global economic recovery. As a result, we are seeing investors dumping shares

10 of the most beautiful places we visited (virtually) in 2020

2020 has been a time of staying home. Instead of circling the globe on a plane, we've gotten in plenty of armchair travel (and have had lots of time to make a wish list for when it's safe to travel again). Here are the 10 most beautiful places we've virtually visited this year

All the countries that are welcoming American travelers right now

With vaccine rollout slowly underway, we're letting ourselves dream about international travel again. We already know which trendy vacation spots are at the top of every traveler's bucket list for 2021, but to think we might be able to actually visit those cities in the coming year! Throw in the fact that airlines like Delta and United have announced

10 Reasons This Australian State Is the Ultimate Offbeat Destination

From dark tourism to natural wonders, Western Australia has it all for a traveler looking to see something new. This region has stunning forests and the picture-perfect Hutt Lagoon, as well as the more unique and spooky, with everything from the site of the Batavia Shipwreck to the Wittenoom Ghost Town

How COVID-19 will impact the future of hotel technology

Enseo CEO Vanessa Ogle joins Yahoo Finance Live to discuss the latest hotel and hospitality tech trends heading into 2021 during the COVID-19 pandemic

Cuomo wants pre-flight testing for travel from U.K. to New York

Gov. Andrew Cuomo is asking airlines transporting passengers from the United Kingdom to New York to require a negative Covid-19 test before boarding. Cuomo announced the request during a virtual briefing on Monday in response to reports of a new mutated variant of the coronavirus that appears to be spreading rapidly

Paraguay Reopening For Tourism: All Entry Requirements

Paraguay, being one of the last nations in South America to reopen for tourism, is once again allowing foreigners to enter. Granted, it's one of the least visited nations on the continent, but it's growing in popularity for those that want to get off the beaten path

'Desperately needed': Travel industry praises COVID-19 stimulus package; likely $15 billion for airlines

The travel industry applauded lawmakers after Congressional leaders said Sunday that they reached a deal on a nearly $900 billion COVID-19 relief package. "We applaud the bipartisan group of senators that drove progress forward, and the congressional leadership for striking a bipartisan agreement

Surviving a hotel quarantine... with kids

Imagine spending two weeks in a strict quarantine, not allowed to go anywhere beyond a small hotel room even to eat or exercise. We asked parents to share how they turned enforced quarantine time into opportunities to connect with their children

The First Gorilla Born in Captivity

On this day in 1956, the Columbus Zoo in Ohio celebrated the birth of the first gorilla born in captivity. The baby, Colo, was 4 pounds and the daughter of two Western Lowland gorillas captured in French Cameroon. When gorillas were captured in the wild, they were often taken young enough to be reared by humans, and their parents and families were killed

United passenger who died may have had Covid-19 symptoms, airline says

United Airlines is working with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to contact anyone who was on board a diverted flight from Orlando to Los Angeles after the death of a passenger who may have exhibited coronavirus symptoms.

Airlines would get $15 billion in federal aid, must call back more than 32,000 furloughed workers

U.S. airlines would receive $15 billion in additional federal aid to pay their workers under the $900 billion coronavirus relief deal bipartisan lawmakers reached on Sunday. Under the new round of aid

Southwest Airlines Defers Boeing 737 MAX Deliveries (Again)

Entering 2020, Southwest Airlines (NYSE:LUV) was desperate to get the Boeing (NYSE:BA) 737 MAX back in its fleet as soon as possible. The COVID-19 pandemic changed that in a hurry. As air travel demand plunged, Southwest quickly moved to reduce its near-term aircraft deliveries

First Look Inside Carnival Cruise Line's New Cruise Ship

Yesterday, Carnival Cruise Line took delivery of their newest cruise ship, Mardi Gras. At 180,000 gross tons, Mardi Gras is the largest cruise ship to enter Carnival’s fleet

Cruise Ship Doctors Will Have a Tougher Job Than Ever Once Sailings Resume

Cruise lines have always staffed medical crews who are held to high standards: American College of Emergency Physician guidelines require onboard staff to be on-call 24/7; physicians must have a minimum of three years of post-graduate experience

Cruise industry suffered roughly $35 million loss in 2020

The coronavirus pandemic has been a big hit to many tourism industries, chiefly the Cruise Industry which has been suspended across the U.S. since mid-March

8 Hotels The Royals Have Stayed In While Visiting The U.S. And Canada

Hotels offer us a choice of king and queen beds. Why not take them literally? With a long tradition of British monarchy visiting stateside, it’s not hard to find a hotel bed -- or at least a hotel -- slept in by a royal. Here are a few options

Despite pleas from the CDC, millions of people are traveling for the holidays

Christmas and New Year’s Eve are right around the corner, and though the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is urging Americans to avoid travel for the holidays, people are flocking to airports

Here’s What Travel Will Look Like in 2021, According to Psychics

As the daughter of an astrologer, I grew up learning about the lessons we can find in the skies above us. Though I’m not sure how much of it I prescribe to, I do find it interesting, and at times, an eerily accurate depiction of my life. While living in New York, I visited a psychic for a story

How to Plan a Safari in the Time of COVID-19, According to an Expert

Safaris are socially distant by design. You’re outside with the wildlife, exploring in open vehicles, sleeping in secluded tents, enjoying al fresco meals, and stargazing around a campfire

Super Nintendo World full tour video shows off new theme park

As promised, Nintendo has published a video showing off the new Super Nintendo World theme park at Universal Studios Japan. The new destination will open its doors to the public on February 4, giving fans access to what Nintendo describes as ‘a highly themed

What can we learn from Hawaii's testing protocols?

All travelers to Hawaii are required to submit a negative COVID-19 test taken within the previous 72 hours to avoid a mandatory 14-day quarantine. Could this be the roadmap for reopening international travel, even as approved vaccines start to roll out in the coming months

The 50 Best Places to Travel in 2021

Even for the compulsive jetsetters among us, it's a simple truth that most travel stories are aspirational in the best of times. There are too many incredible places to see, not enough vacation days, and sometimes we all have to content ourselves with scrawling another spot

Pan Am Flight 103

On December 21, 1988, Pan Am Flight 103 exploded en route from London to New York in Scotland airspace. All 243 passengers and 16 crew members were killed, as well as 11 of the residents of the town of Lockerbie under the explosion. The attack was believed to be perpetrated as an assault against the United States

Alaska Airlines updates Men Without Hats' Safety Dance for flying during coronavirus times

The airline released its Alaska Safety Dance video earlier in the week. It's set to the toe-tapping tune of Men Without Hats' synth-heavy Safety Dance, but with some updated lyrics, like "we can fly if you want to/we can leave your house behind."

Why Is Finnair The Official Airline Of Santa Claus?

While United Airlines was the official airline of the 2020 US Presidential debates, and Qatar Airways is the official airline of the 2022 FIFA World Cup, Finnair claims to be the official airline of Santa Claus. With multiple years of making and promoting the claim, what gives the Finnish carrier the right to give itself this title

Delta's 'COVID-free' flights to Europe allow passengers to skip quarantine

Delta Air Lines has established the first quarantine-free travel corridors between the U.S. and Europe as airlines continue to turn to testing as a way to safely reopen travel routes that have been cut amid the pandemic. Delta's three-week pilot testing program allows U.S. travelers flying for essential reasons

U.S. airlines closing in on new government assistance package

U.S. airlines are on the brink of receiving a four-month extension of a government assistance program that is expected to provide another $17 billion to fund payroll costs, congressional aides told Reuters. A roughly $900 billion coronavirus relief bill still under negotiation would allocate $17 billion

Hotel bookings surge following news of COVID-19 vaccine approval

The hotel industry is getting a glimmer of hope from the COVID vaccine. After news of the FDA's first COVID-19 vaccine approval, the number of hotel bookings at properties across websites for hotels such as Hyatt, Marriott and Best Western and booking platforms like Kayak, Hotwire and Priceline saw the largest jump in daily bookings since March

9 Creative Uses for Hotel Rooms for All Budget Types in the Time of COVID-19

COVID-19 has presented a challenge for the hospitality industry, unrivaled by the likes of any challenge that came before it. Yet, despite global shutdowns and downturns in travel, there is no shortage of hotels thinking outside the box to attract guests

50 Best Places to Travel in 2021 for a Much-needed Vacation

After a year of travel plans turned upside down, 2021 brings a new horizon for travel. Here are the best places to travel in 2021 for you to explore all year long. Our list of best vacation spots includes the Berkshires, Texas Hill Country, the Gulf Coast, plus the always lively New York City, Miami, and New Orleans

This Browser Extension Lets You Take a Virtual Vacation Every Time You Open a Tab

We all have a million tabs open at once, so why not use them to go places? Not being able to travel in 2020 has certainly been a struggle for many people out there. Aside from doing virtual experiences and tours of museums, national parks, and other attractions, people are also looking for ways to travel

What the Vaccine Distribution Timeline Means for Travel

With the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s emergency approval of Pfizer’s coronavirus vaccine on December 11 and the imminent authorization of Moderna’s vaccine on December 17, it seems that international trips may be a realistic thing to start thinking about again

Travel destinations in Asia: Top Travel Tips for Indonesia

Indonesia is one of the top travel destinations in Asia. It has a lot to offer: picturesque sights, fun activities to indulge in, some of the best beaches in the world, great cuisines to tantalize your taste buds, exotic wildlife, and vibrant culture, among other things

Why Volunteers for Royal Caribbean's Mock Cruise want to return to sea

Royal Caribbean recently announced that it's looking for volunteers to go on free "mock cruises" to test its new health and safety measures. Within days of the company's November 12 announcement, more than 100,000 people applied to volunteer

Ecuador Set to Tighten Entry Rules for Cruise Passengers to Galapagos Islands

Ecuador is planning to use this year's visitor slump caused by the Coronavirus pandemic to tighten up tourism procedures for the Galapagos Islands. Senior tourism ministry adviser Mariano Proano cited moves to improve the performance of naturalist guides who accompany travellers a

The President Takes A Wife

President Woodrow Wilson was the last President of the United States to become a widower while in office when his wife died of Bright's Disease. A few months later, his sister introduced him to Edith Bolling-Galt from Wytheville, Virginia. At age 58, President Wilson married the 43-year-old Edith on December 18, 1915. The couple took their honeymoon at Hot Springs, Virginia. During President Wilson's incapacity

Airlines cancel 600+ more flights Thursday as snow blankets East Coast

Airlines have canceled upward of 600 flight after the parts of Northeast received a foot of snow or more with additional precipitation expected to fall through Thursday morning. Snow fell from northern Virginia to parts of New England on Wednesday. It carried on north into the evening, sustaining a storm

Spirit Airlines plane skids off taxiway at BWI Airport

A Spirit Airlines plane skidded off the taxiway at Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport on Thursday morning after a powerful winter storm created slick conditions. Field Sutton, spokesman with Spirit Airlines, told CNN

US airlines closing in on new government assistance package

U.S. airlines are on the brink of receiving a four-month extension of a government assistance program that is expected to provide another $17 billion to fund payroll costs, congressional aides told Reuters. A roughly $900 billion

Royal Caribbean Sells Two Cruise Ships

Royal Caribbean has announced that two of its ships — Empress and Majesty of the Seas — will be departing its fleet later this month. “Empress and Majesty of the Seas made indelible marks on the cruise industry with their revolutionary design and size

Disney Cruise Line cancels all cruises until March

Disney Cruise Line announced it cancelled all cruises until March, making it a year since the cruise line last departed. The company suspended all departures through Feb. 28 and select sailings longer than seven nights

15 Best New Cruise Ships to Begin Sailing in 2021

2020 has been an interesting year for cruising, with ships docked for uncertain amounts of time due to sailing restrictions, dry docks and refurbishments of some ships being delayed and new ships’ releases being postponed

All the U.S. Airlines Offering COVID-19 Testing

Major airlines like Alaska, United, Delta and more are providing passengers with the option to get tested to comply with new travel restrictions. Traveling these days comes with a whole checklist of requirements: masks, disinfectant, and — increasingly — proof of a negative COVID-19 test

Isaan road trip: Searching for normalcy in Thailand's northeast

An overweight dog naps by an open-air som tam (papaya salad) shop. The scent of chicken grilling over charcoal fills the lane. A chorus of children's voices rings out from a schoolhouse. No one is wearing a mask, though an old man dons a straw hat on his bicycle

Time for a road trip? 5 alternative tourism routes promote travel by land

A new tourism initiative offers five road trip routes that encourage people to travel responsibly, safely and sustainably in Mexico. The Mexican Federation of Tourism Associations (Fematur), the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) and vacation rental company Airbnb have joined up to create Mexico by Land

Visitors to Palau are now required to sign an eco-pledge on arrival

Palau is the first country in the world to change its immigration policies so that they benefit the climate. Visitors are now required to sign an environmental pledge upon arrival, which asks them to act in an ‘ecologically and culturally responsible way’

6 Best Places To Watch Airplanes Take Off And Land

Traveling via plane is an exciting way to reach new destinations. But, watching planes take off and land can be equally as riveting. There’s something about seeing a large plane land so close to you that you may be able to see the passengers onboard

Skyscanner Reveals Top Destinations And Traveler Trends For Americans In 2021

48% of Americans surveyed say the news of a possible vaccine becoming available by the end of 2020 didn't impact them as they planned to travel in 2021 regardless of a vaccine

How Hotels Are Dealing with Royalty Programs & Points That Were Not Used by Guests During the Pandemic

With US and Europe hotel occupancy rate at its lowest, hospitality companies have to adapt their policies to fit this unprecedented time of COVID-19 pandemic. Hotels have acted so their loyalty programmes can remain at a satisfactory level for customers

Disney World to Reopen 4 Resort Hotels in 2021

Walt Disney World Resort is continuing to open its doors in 2021. While COVID-19 restrictions are still in effect, and likely will be for the beginning of 2021, Disney World will be reopening four resort hotels between March and April, in addition to the hotels that are already open and accepting reservations

The First Flight

Orville and Wilbur Wright had suffered through weeks of mishaps and delays at their camp in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina. Undeterred, the two brothers continued to experiment with different designs and fuel mixtures for their attempt at flight. On December 17, 1903, Orville won the coin toss and flew their airplane

Study: Airline passenger satisfaction hits record high during pandemic

Half-empty flights, a less-crowded airport terminal and shorter lines for security are signs of the impact of the pandemic — but in normal times they would be markers of a pleasant travel experience. That may be why airline passenger satisfaction is up this year, when COVID-19 has caused historic cuts

Airlines cancel 600+ flights ahead of winter storm as Northeast prepares for heavy snow

Airlines have already canceled upward of 600 U.S. flights and delayed another 168 as the Northeast and mid-Atlantic prepare for what is being forecast as the biggest winter storm in years, which threatens to dump up to 2 feet of snow

Why we started an airline during a pandemic

For many airlines, 2020 has been a precarious year -- with carriers navigating not just how to keep employees and passengers safe, but also how to avoid bankruptcy and layoffs as the pandemic grinds global air traffic

Disney updates reopening dates for several resort hotels

Walt Disney World is planning on opening more of its resort hotels to all guests come next year. According to Disney’s phased reopening plans, the openings include the Beach Club, Wilderness Lodge, Polynesian Resort Village and All-Star Movies Resort

Top 5 New Luxury Hotels of 2020

Pursuitist presents the top 5 new luxury hotels and resorts that opened in 2020, curated by Ramsey Qubein. Hoteliers have been hard at work, even amidst a pandemic, to keep luxury and safety standards high at existing properties while also turning attention to new projects

Thailand partners with Tinder for matchmaking trips

The Tourism Authority of Thailand has teamed up with Tinder to offer a series of tour packages specifically for matchmaking purposes

Holiday Destinations Near DC That Feel Like a Hallmark Movie

Are you a big city professional looking for some small-town charm this holiday season? Like any made-for-TV movie, you can go in search of your own winter-time adventure that’s both safe and socially distanced this holiday season

How to See Mexico's Most Beautiful Cities in Two Weeks, Max

Mexico has been one of our best friends during the pandemic. While practically every other country in the world has shut Americans out of their borders, Mexico has welcomed gringos with open arms

New brand of cruises are combining luxury with authentic travel

A range of luxury cruises to the planet’s least-visited destinations has been launched. From 2022 travellers will be able to delve deeper into the Antarctic circle or discover some of Japan’s untouched regions. There’s also the opportunity to explore forbidden lands in Russia, which only opened to outsiders twenty years ago

Carnival Cruise Line tested out its new ship's coaster with Santa

Carnival Cruise Line tested out BOLT, its first-ever roller coaster on a cruise ship, with a test rider dressed as Santa on Tuesday. The coaster track sits above the top of Carnival’s newest and largest ship, the Mardi Gras. The ship is wrapping up construction at the Meyer Turku shipyard in Finland

Cruise Line Offering 2nd Cabin For Free on Cruises

A cruise line is offering an unprecedented one buy stateroom, and you get a second cabin for free on cruises. Holland America Line, one of the top premium

7 Fabulous Day Trips Within 2 Hours Of Frankfurt, Germany

Frankfurt is a great European destination, but it’s also close to many other wonderful places to see. After you have enjoyed all the exciting sights in Frankfurt, you can take one or more easy day trips to discover a variety of other towns within a short drive of your home base

National Park Service announces free-admission dates for 2021

Each year, the federal government designates several days when entrance fees are waived for all visitors at every single NPS site. For 2021, six fee-free dates have been announced

This Small Island Plans To Become the World’s First Carbon Neutral Destination

At the start of each new year, we see countless articles highlighting the anticipated travel trends for the coming months. I don’t think anyone could have predicted that catch phrases such as “mask up” and “social distance” would top the list for 2020

The Boston Tea Party

Smugglers in Boston were making good money bypassing British tax laws in the late 1700's. But when Britain permitted the East India Company to sell tea to the colonies without paying taxes, the smugglers' livelihood was threatened. More importantly, John Hancock and Samuel Adams were two such smugglers. When the cargo ship Dartmouth arrived in late November 1773 filled with tea, the situation reached a crisis point. Negotiations to force the Dartmouth to leave Boston Harbor

Japanese airline suggests passengers skip meals to reduce food waste

Japan Airlines (JAL) is asking some travelers to make an "ethical choice" by skipping meals on board their flights, but a representative for the airline says the measure is about reducing food waste

Airlines warned over safety as jets return from pandemic storage

Regulators, insurers and experts are warning airlines to take extra care when reactivating planes left in extended storage during the COVID-19 pandemic, citing potential pilot rustiness, maintenance errors and even insect nests blocking key sensors

Alaska Airlines Parodies 1980s Song 'Safety Dance' for Hilariously Amazing Music Video

While many airlines have incorporated new speeches about COVID-19 protocol into their pre-flight safety announcements, Alaska Airlines released a fun music video complete with a catchy tune

Cruise lines continue to make changes due to COVID-19

The scourge of the COVID-19 pandemic continues to keep the travel industry -- in particular, cruise lines -- on a rollercoaster ride. Just last month, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) lifted its “no sail” order,”

Cruise Line Hit With Serious Cyberattack

Hurtigruten has surprisingly become the victim of a serious cyberattack that has impacted global IT operations. This is now the second cruise company to suffer a cyber attack in 2020

Another Cruise Line Planning Restart in May

Another cruise line has announced plans to resume Caribbean cruises in May while canceling all Alaska, U.S. and Mexico port stops for 2021

'We're not wanted': Homeless people were put in hotels to keep them safe. Now they're being evicted

By Christmas, Christa Gillette could be homeless. Again. The 60-year-old legal secretary and her 16-month-old service dog, Shepherd have been cooped up since April in a San Francisco hotel, a safe refuge in the middle of a deadly pandemic

This Hotel Bar Will Send a Mixologist to Make Custom Cocktails on Your Doorstep

In early December, Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti once again asked Angelenos to back down on their outings with a new “safer at home” order. This meant no more dining out, no more gatherings

If You're A Fan Of Japanese Mythology, These Destinations Are Calling Your Name

For many people, Japan is a country filled with mythical and mysterious lore, just waiting to be discovered. If the bustling city of Tokyo doesn't sound like an adventure that would get one's heart racing, then perhaps it's a trip to the countryside instead

The World's 5 Best Destinations For Coffee Lovers

Are you a coffee addict with a penchant for travel? Then you’ve come to the right place! From elegant Italian coffee bars and a one-of-a-kind coffee town in Brazil to Vietnamese trendy coffee shops

Travel prices are still cheap, but here are 4 things to consider before booking

With the first Covid-19 vaccines hitting the U.S. this week, it can feel like there’s a light at the end of the tunnel and life will soon start slowly returning to some type of normalcy. For many, that means travel

Experts reveal the best time to book your 2021 holiday (and where to go)

Holidays in 2020 have been a write-off (unless you were part of the majority who flocked en-masse to the closest patch of British seaside this summer). However, with the first rollouts of the Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine starting to take place

COVID Vaccine Ships as FDA Reassures the Public

The first of Pfizer Pharmaceuticals COVID-19 vaccines began arriving at their destinations Monday morning as the FDA tries to assure the public it is safe to take

The Premiere of Gone With the Wind

Gone With The Wind premiered in Atlanta, Georgia on December 15, 1939. The film, starring actors Vivien Leigh and Clark Gable, won a total of ten Oscars, a record that stood for more than two decades. In honor of

Man climbs on wing of Alaska Airlines plane departing Las Vegas airport, takes off shoes and socks

Police have arrested a man who managed to climb the wing of a departing Alaska Airlines plane at Las Vegas's McCarran International Airport on Saturday. Passengers watched in shock — and filmed — inside Alaska Airlines flight 1367 from Las Vegas to Portland when they saw

Guide to airlines with free COVID-19 travel insurance

In recent months, airlines and even certain destinations are continuing to roll out free COVID-19 insurance packages to entice travelers back. Japan Airlines and Cathay Pacific are the latest in a series of international airlines that are offering complimentary coverage for coronavirus

UPS And FedEx Begin Shipping First COVID-19 Vaccines Across US

Cargo giants FedEx and UPS have begun shipping the first batch of COVID-19 vaccines for distribution across the United States. The two airlines began their missions on Friday after the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved one vaccine

Family kicked off United Airlines flight after toddler refuses to wear mask

A viral video shows a family being booted from a United Airlines flight because their 2-year-old daughter refused to keep her face mask on

Hotels approach 1B unsold room nights during pandemic

Like many other industries, hotels have been hit hard by the pandemic, leading to billions of dollars lost in revenue, according to a recent report. In fact, hotels in the U.S. are expected to reach 1 billion unsold room nights

How Hilton hotels are making it less weird to stay in a hotel right now

It can be daunting to stay at a hotel at the tail end of 2020, even though West Hotel has reopened and is spotlessly clean. So that's why Hilton has instituted its CleanStay program, to put your mind at ease that everything is as perfectly clean as it looks

What We Know About Royal Caribbean’s Free Test Cruises

Significant demand was born as a result of Royal Caribbean International’s announcement for the search of volunteers to go on its first test sailings prior to returning to sea in the U.S. So much that a form has been created to sign up

Princess Cruises Launches Incredible 12-Day No-Fly Scandinavia and Russia Cruise from Southampton

From Southampton, once of the most culturally-rich and majestic regions to visit in Scandinavia, a region of beautiful floating cities, ornate palaces, trendy design scenes and world-class cities like Stockholm and Copenhagen. A cruise to Scandinavia is often combined with a stop at Russia

New Zealand commits to travel bubbles with Australia, Cook Islands

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said on December 14 that a travel bubble can be expected in the first quarter of next year, meaning that people can travel between the two countries without having to complete a 14-day mandatory quarantine at either end

6 Greek Destinations Where the Locals Love to Go

The Greeks know how to do many things well, but after living here for three years, I’m convinced that they are actually the world’s best vacationers. They do have an unfair advantage

3 Wonderful Expeditions Sustainable Travelers Should Add to Their Bucket List

Sustainable tourism is becoming more popular than ever. The market for eco-friendly travel is expected to grow by $338 billion between 2019 and 2023. However, it is important to choose the right destinations. One of the biggest mistakes that sustainable tourists make is choosing places that are not conducive to their eco-friendly lifestyle

St. Lucia's Flood

On December 14th, 1287, an enormous storm tide hit the coast of Germany and the Netherlands. The dike system designed to protect the low-lying lands broke. Estimates are that some 50,000 people were killed in one of the largest floods

U.S. airlines say vaccine cargo could help restart passenger flights

Major U.S. airlines are preparing for a massive airlift of COVID-19 vaccines that will not only boost their cargo business, but help bring back passenger flights that shut down during the pandemic, executives told Reuters. Travel demand is hovering around 40% of 2019 levels

United Airlines shares plan to become '100% green' by 2050

It’s impossible to operate a global airline in 2020 without negatively impacting the environment. But with United Airlines’ latest sustainability plan, that hopefully won’t be the case forever. Over the next three decades, United plans to go “100% green”

United Airlines flight attendants raise alarm on crew quarantine protocols

United Airlines is telling some flight attendants whose colleagues test positive for COVID-19 to keep flying and monitor for symptoms, three employees told Reuters, raising concerns among staff about the policy. “Most of us feel that’s unsafe,” said one of the employees

Unique places to spend the night around the world

It's always fun when visiting a new place to take a look at some of the sights that might not appear in the typical guidebook, and the same can be said for where to rest your head. Whether or not you're ready to embark on your next adventure yet

Lake Tahoe bans most visitors -- What it could mean to your ski trip

Lake Tahoe has joined other California counties and regions that have banned leisure travelers from visiting. California is dealing with a major resurgence of coronavirus cases that is overwhelming hospitals across the state. Last week, California Governor Gavin Newsom authorized local governments to issue stay-at-home orders that match the strictest shutdowns

Still traveling despite the CDC warning? Here's how to pick a safe vacation destination

Here's a trick question: Where's the safest place to travel during the pandemic surge? Is it somewhere nearby? Or a squeaky-clean destination that takes its disinfecting really seriously? You probably already know the answer is. It's nowhere

Europe Is Getting Several New Sleeper Trains That Will Link 13 Popular Destinations

There’s nothing quite like riding a train across Europe, falling asleep in one country only to wake up in another. It’s an experience that’s gotten harder to find over the years as discount airlines have risen in popularity, but things are about to change. National rail operators in Germany, Austria, France, and Switzerland are joining forces to launch several new overnight train routes

UK cuts self-isolation period to 10 days for domestic contacts, international arrivals

Britain said on Friday it would cut the self-isolation period for COVID-19 to 10 days from 14, in a change which will apply to both those presumed to have been in contact someone with the virus within the country, and those arriving from abroad

Germany and Italy Declare War on The United States

The United States was still reeling from the surprise attack by the Japanese on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, and had formally declared war on Japan. Tens of thousands of young American men rushed to join the armed forces. On December 11th, Germany and Italy responded by declaring war on the United States

How Peru plans to make Machu Picchu completely carbon neutral

Countless people around the world are taking special efforts as of late to make travel more sustainable. Peru is the latest example of this, with the country not only launching a brand new sustainable travel brochure that celebrates local wildlife and nature

Will I Have to Wear a Mask on My Cruise?

The cruise industry is slowly inching toward a restart, and as ships race to implement required protocols, both onboard and ashore, prospective passengers are wondering just how different some of the precautions could cause future voyages to be. One of the biggest questions is whether cruisers will be required to wear masks when sailings resume. For most lines

Passenger aboard cruise cut short by Covid scare doesn't have virus, officials say

An 83-year-old Singaporean passenger aboard a "cruise to nowhere" has re-tested negative for Covid-19 after a false positive halted the voyage, Singapore's Ministry of Health said Thursday. The man had initially tested positive for the virus while aboard the Quantum of the Seas, operated by Royal Caribbean International

Cruise Line Explores Legalities of Requiring Vaccinations to Sail

Can cruise lines require passengers to have proof of vaccination? Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings CEO Frank Del Rio says the company is examining the issue. “It will certainly be a requirement for the crew,” Del Rio told John Lovell, president of Travel Leaders Group, one of the largest organizations of travel advisors

Airlines scrap international ticket change fees as demand crumbles in pandemic

Delta Air Lines and United Airlines are getting rid international ticket change fees, joining American Airlines in the measure that aims to spur travel demand that has been decimated in the coronavirus pandemic. Delta, American and United in August dropped change fees

United Airlines invests in carbon-capture project to be 100% green by 2050

United Airlines said on Thursday it had committed to a multimillion-dollar investment in a project to remove carbon dioxide from the air through air direct-capture technology as part of a plan to be 100% “green” by 2050. The project, 1PointFive, is a partnership between Occidental Petroleum Corp subsidiary Oxy Low Carbon Ventures and Rusheen Capital Management

Return Of The Max: Boeing 737 Takes Off On First Commercial Flight in 20 Months

Boeing's 737 Max jet is flying commercial routes once again, as Brazil's Gol Airlines brought the jetliner back into service Wednesday. The worldwide fleet of 737 Max planes has been grounded since March 2019, after two deadly crashes raised concerns over the aircraft's safety and airworthiness

After 'cruise to nowhere' returns early, Singapore says passenger does not have Covid

The Singaporean passenger who tested positive for Covid-19 onboard a cruise ship has subsequently tested negative for the disease, according to Singapore’s health ministry. The passenger, an 83-year-old man, was aboard Royal Caribbean’s Quantum of the Seas which set sail on Dec. 7

Princess Cruises Offers New Guarantee on Shipboard Services

Princess Cruises is not only expanding their cancelation policy on cruises, but their new Princess Promise will take care of you if you are not satisfied with service onboard one of their cruise ships. Underscoring the cruise line’s already strong commitment to service, the Princess Promise reassures guests that Princess Cruises will ‘make it right’

Celebrate Christmas in July Next Year by Sailing From Hungary to Germany on a Luxury River Cruise

Christmas in 2020 is certainly going to be different, so why not give yourself a do-over in 2021? The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in many people across the globe opting to stay home instead of traveling for the holiday season. That also means many families are scaling back their Christmas celebrations

Many hotels won’t survive prolonged shut-down, industry leaders say

California’s regional stay-at-home order could devastate the state’s hotel industry in a matter of months, business leaders say.

Food delivery driver bypassed police and military to enter Canberra's coronavirus quarantine hotel

A delivery worker who brought food to recently returned international travellers unwittingly breached the stringent security set up at Canberra's coronavirus quarantine hotel, police say. About 120 travellers had been staying at the Pacific Suites hotel in Braddon while undergoing a compulsory two-week

Considering traveling for the holidays? You're not alone in contemplating tough choices

Vivek Kaliraman, who lives in Los Angeles, has celebrated every Christmas since 2002 with his best friend, who lives in Houston. But, this year, instead of boarding an airplane, which felt too risky during the COVID-19 pandemic, he took a car and plans

Popular travel destination Lake Tahoe closing to tourists amid COVID-19 surge

A popular vacation destination is shutting down to travelers through Christmas amid rising COVID-19 hospitalizations. Lake Tahoe vacation travel will be banned starting Friday, the San Francisco Chronicle reported. The ban will be in place for at least three weeks, meaning travelers will have to

White House Coronavirus Task Force backs restoration of inbound travel from Brazil, UK and Europe, sources say

The White House Coronavirus Task Force has recommended to President Donald Trump that the United States begin allowing travelers into the country from Brazil, the United Kingdom and the 27 countries in the European Union, according to two officials involved in the discussions. If Trump signs off on the policy proposal, it would reverse bans

All Your Holiday Air Travel Questions, Answered

Venturing out and flying during the COVID-19 pandemic can trigger a lot of safety questions, especially around airports and being on board planes. Throw in the rush of the holiday season, and mitigating COVID-19 risks feels impossibly complex. So we turned to the experts

Travel agency agrees to refund $552,000 to Mass. travelers for canceled trips

An online travel agency has agreed to pay more than $500,000 to hundreds of Massachusetts residents for allegedly continuing to collect payments for travel reservations despite knowing they had been or would be canceled due to the COVID-19

The Best Destinations in the World: The 2021 Gold List

This is our editors’ annual rhapsody on their forever-favorite hotels from around the globe. In this year’s incarnation, we went beyond places to stay, including a range of experiences we consider truly exceptional—cruises, flights, restaurants, bars, destinations—along with the deeply personal reasons why we love them

Opinion: Elephant Rescue, Elephant Orphanage, Elephant Sanctuary, or Elephant Scam?

Rachel Mathews is an attorney and the director of the Captive Animal Law Enforcement division of the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) Foundation. She works in behalf of animals, particularly elephants, who are held captive in circuses and roadside zoos. Her team's many victories

The King Abdicates the Throne

His name was Edward Albert Christian George Andrew Patrick David and he ascended the throne of the United Kingdom on January 20, 1936 as King Edward VIII. But shortly after he took the throne, Edward announced he wished to marry American divorcee Wallis Simpson. His ministers, however, had other ideas. Being a divorcee, the ministers deemed Ms. Simpson an unsuitable candidate

COLLETTE ANNOUNCES OBERAMMERGAU PASSION PLAY TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES FOR 2022

Pawtucket, RI (December 2, 2020) – Collette, global tour operator, is eager to announce a once-in-a-decade event. In 2022, the tiny town Bavarian hamlet of Oberammergau will host thousands of visitors to showcase the must-see European epic Passion Play, depicting the life and death of Jesus Christ. Collette will once again have premiere access to tickets, following the earlier cancellation of the event in 2020, due to COVID-19. In 2010, Collette brought over 10,000 guests to the Passion Play the most of any tour operator. Collette will offer the same itineraries originally

Hawaiian Airlines expands routes, what this could mean for 2021 air travel

Many airlines went into crisis mode when the coronavirus pandemic hit, suspending flights and laying off thousands of workers. However, some airlines, like Hawaiian Airlines are still moving forward, expanding flights to new cities with hopes to come out of the crisis stronger.

American Airlines Will Soon Offer At-home COVID-19 Testing for Domestic Travel

In an effort to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, several U.S. cities and states have implemented travel restrictions and testing requirements for visitors, despite a lack of federal level regulations. For travelers headed to these areas, American Airlines will soon offer access to its at-home, preflight COVID-19 testing in partnership with LetsGetChecked.

United Airlines will Launch ‘Agent on Demand’ Virtual Contactless Service

At the end of the year, United Airlines passengers will be able to talk to an agent on any mobile device to get information via phone call, text or video chat. Agent on Demand is already available at Chicago’s O’Hare and Houston’s George Bush International Airports. “We know how important it is for our customers to have more options

Singapore 'cruise to nowhere' turns back after passenger tests positive for Covid-19

A Royal Caribbean cruise ship has returned to port in Singapore after a passenger tested positive for Covid-19. The Quantum of the Seas ship was hosting a three-night, four-day "cruise to nowhere" itinerary around Singapore and departed from the Marina Bay Cruise Centre on December 7. The cruise was part of a much-vaunted program to reinvigorate domestic travel

Cruises will return to Puerto Vallarta in the first quarter of 2021

Cruise ships will return to Puerto Vallarta starting in the first quarter of 2021, according to the cruiselines. Carnival Cruises Line announced that it plans to return to Puerto Vallarta in early March, while on other routes they will do so until the end of April

Exclusive: Virgin Voyages cancels cruises on its first ship into May, more than a year past launch date

Virgin Voyages has moved the launch of its first ship, the Scarlet Lady, to May 9, 2021 – more than a year after the vessel's launch was originally scheduled the line announced Wednesday

Celebrating the best innovations in hotel loyalty in 2020 — and TPG’s Editors’ Choice award-winner

Let’s face it: 2020 was soul-crushing for anyone that loves to travel. Dealing with the threat of coronavirus — and the fear of our loved ones and ourselves getting sick — is taxing enough this year. Never mind having to give up a lot of our cherished travel destinations and routines that are usually the things that help us cope with

Inside spectacular staycation suites available at NYC’s top hotels this holiday season

It’s no secret the holidays are going to look different this year. Big get-togethers and long getaways will likely be on hold and many traditional attractions are canceled. But some of New York City’s top hotels turned those restrictions into over-the-top staycations

Travelers will have tourist-cultural guides to discover Costa Rica

National and foreign travelers will have detailed information to plan their trips thanks to the “Guías Turísticas y Culturales” (Tourist and Cultural Guides) prepared jointly by the ICT, the Ministry of Culture, business chambers and the municipalities of six tourist destinations

The CDC advises COVID-19 tests for holiday travel. 8 do's and don'ts ahead of your trip

Maria DeMartini started trying to book COVID-19 test appointments five days before her flight to Hawaii in mid-November. The Chicago nurse checked Walgreens. None available. Then CVS. Everyone in her group of four had appointments two days later

What Breckenridge Is Doing Differently Than Other Popular Ski Towns Amid the Pandemic

In the spring, during the initial outbreak of COVID-19 in the United States, Colorado’s Summit County — home to the sought-after mountain destination of Breckenridge — enacted one of the strictest stay-at-home lockdowns in the country

6 Ways to Travel More Sustainably and Reduce Your Carbon Footprint While Adventuring

Are you an ardent traveler with a passion for environmentalism? Are you looking to minimize your carbon footprint as you tour the world’s breathtaking landscapes? It may be time to pick up a book on ecotourism. For those unfamiliar, tourism is a trillion-dollar industry that accounts for eight percent of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions, which is why embracing ecotourism is crucial

2020’s Top Road Trip Destinations

Although travel dropped dramatically this year, many Americans who did go on trips eschewed flying to far-off destinations in favor of road-tripping to some of the country’s most naturally beautiful locales. In a AAA survey conducted earlier in the year, it was found that of those Americans who planned to travel by the end of 2020

The First African-American Governor

On this day in 1872, Pinckney Benton Stewart Pinchback became the first person of African-American descent to serve as the governor of a U.S. State. Pinchback served as the Governor of Louisiana, rising to the office after serving as the acting lieutenant governor. When the governor of Louisiana

American Airlines starts offering $129 at-home Covid tests for U.S. travel to avoid quarantines

American Airlines will start offering travelers $129 at-home Covid-19 tests, results that can help them avoid quarantines as long as two weeks. The initiative, which starts Wednesday for travel beginning Saturday, is the latest from airlines to try to encourage bookings. Compounding the virus-induced slump in air travel are quarantine requirements abroad and within the U.S.

Emotional support animals rule for airlines offers a reasonable, horse-sense compromise

Airline passengers, who already have plenty to worry about amid the pandemic, will soon have one less source of stress: They won’t have to share their cramped row with an “emotional support” swine, turkey, marmoset monkey or unruly dog. Under a new rule issued last week by the Transportation Department, airlines will no longer be required to carry support animals in their cabins

Kahului-bound Hawaiian Airlines flight turns back to Oahu for emergency landing

A Hawaiian Airlines flight was forced to turn around and land in Honolulu Monday morning after experiencing engine trouble. A Hawaiian Airlines spokespersons said Flight 216 bound for Kahului departed HNL just before 9:45 a.m

Major Cruise Lines Like Disney, MSC, and More Cancel Trips Into 2021 — and Even Into 2022

More cruises have been canceled into 2021 — and some even into 2022 — the latest disappointing news for a beleaguered industry even as some lines have tried to resume sailing with mixed results. The latest round of cancelations stretch across the globe from the Caribbean to Italy, Japan to Argentina

Royal Caribbean says over 150,000 have volunteered for trial cruises, in 'incredibly motivating' sign

Royal Caribbean International says that more than 150,000 people have volunteered for the cruise line’s mock voyages, reportedly in the works to set sail as a trial before a larger return to service amid the coronavirus pandemic

Princess Cruises announces 2022 Alaska cruises

Princess Cruises announced its 2022 Alaska cruise season, which will go on sale beginning on December 16, 2020. In 2022, Princess will offer cruises on six ships, including the newest ship Discovery Princess. A total of 12 cruise itineraries are available, along with 25 seamless cruisetour options

Traveling with Fido? How to find a pet-friendly hotel

Traveling with pets can seem like a daunting task. Hotel pet policies are complicated, inconsistent and full of gotcha fees. But with a bit of preparation and an understanding of how the policies work, you can avoid these costs and headaches. Here’s the basics of staying at hotels with your pets

Hotel winners in the 2020 TPG Awards Readers’ Choice categories

We’re now into our third week of the 2020 TPG Awards, as this week will focus on Hotels & Destinations. There’s a ton of great content to come across our site and social channels, but as we did during Airlines Week and Credit Cards Week, we’re starting off by announcing the winners of our two Readers’ Choice awards

9 Expert-Approved Tips for Bringing Your Pet on a Road Trip

Road trip planning is tedious enough with all the work of mapping routes, packing, and booking lodging. But traveling with pets adds another layer of stress. In fact, it can make you feel like, well, you need a vacation from your vacation. Although the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends against traveling right now to avoid spreading or contracting COVID-19

Reminder: Costa Rica’s entry requirements during the coronavirus pandemic

Visitors can arrive to Costa Rica via a flight, sailboat or yacht. The land borders remain closed for incoming tourists. Costa Rica does not require a negative coronavirus test, but travel medical insurance is necessary. Here are are the requirements to fly into Costa Rica on a commercial flight as a tourist as of November 1

A Glass-Domed Train Is Coming to the Rockies Next Year

Canada’s famed glass-domed luxury rail operator has some good news for 2021: For the first time, Rocky Mountaineer is bringing its train journeys to the American Southwest for a standalone U.S. adventure. For two days, passengers aboard the new ‘Rockies To The Red Rocks’ route will ride from Denver to Moab, Utah, with an overnight stay in Glenwood Springs, Colorado

15 Travel-Inspired Gifts for the Person Who Can't Travel

Travel doesn’t seem like much fun right now. Or necessary. But we understand that many people (us included) are used to taking time off and hitting other cities or countries at this time of year. Or even visiting family … which, again, is a really bad idea if you’re still considering it

'I've never felt such silence' -- What it's like to work at an airport right now

Gaëlle Simon, a check-in and boarding agent at Brussels Airport, Belgium, used to feel lucky to work at an airport. "It's such a big and loving family," Simon tells CNN Travel. "Everyone feels connected with each other. Even with the passengers. Each day you come across so many beautiful people and stories in an airport. I never came home without something to tell."

US citizens can take a quarantine-free trip to Amsterdam

Another airline is introducing quarantine-free travel to Europe. From December 15, trans-Atlantic partners Delta and KLM will launch COVID-tested flights to Amsterdam to allow US passengers to avoid a long quarantine when they land

I Went on a Dubai Vacation During the Pandemic — Here’s What It Was Like

Like many people, after several months on lockdown, I was itching to get out of the house. But with very few destinations open to Americans, deciding where to go didn’t leave me with many options. I was scheduled to take a relaxing trip to the U.S. Virgin Islands at the end of August, but an uptick in COVID cases forced the island nation into another lockdown

The Murder of John Lennon

On December 8, 1980, Mark David Chapman shot musician and former Beatles lyricist John Lennon four times in the back in the entrance of Lennon's home, the Dakota apartment building on Manhattan's Central Park West. Lennon, who was with his wife Yoko Ono and others at the time of the shooting, was pronounced dead on arrival at the hospital emergency room

Vaccine airlift delivers shot in the arm for airlines

Airlines battered by COVID-19 are prepping for key roles in the mass vaccine rollout that promises to unlock an immediate boost for the sector - and beyond that, its own recovery and survival.

Need for Airline Relief Grows As Southwest Announces Furloughs

The impasse in Washington, D.C. has finally hit one of the United States’ most stable airlines in the country. Late last week, Southwest Airlines detailed the planned furlough of up to 7,000 employees. The furloughs would be the first in the airline’s over 50-year history

Cash-strapped airlines offer up air miles to small businesses, nonprofits

Despite being battered to its core by the pandemic, the airline industry has collectively found a way to lend a helping hand to struggling businesses and nonprofits. In response to what's known as "Giving Tuesday," some of the country's largest carriers began encouraging their customers to donate air miles to help offset costs for organizations that rely on travel

Resort fees are still around. Here's what to know if you're planning a trip in 2021.

Hotels have wised up and come up with other names for those expensive resort fees. Here's what to look out for if you're planning a trip in 2021.

Hotels & Destinations Week at the 2020 TPG Awards

Today kicks off Hotels & Destinations Week at the 2020 TPG Awards. Here's what to expect on our site, social platforms and live events during the week.

Travellers say technology will increase their confidence to go abroad

An international study from Amadeus reveals the innovations that will make people feel safe to travel over the next 12 months

The hotel changes we hope stick around in 2021 and beyond

Staying at a hotel in 2020 looks and feels a lot different than it did in 2019 — or even just several months ago. You see plexiglass everywhere, guests are walking around in masks, some amenities remain closed and your minibar may be totally empty.

Japan mulls limited resumption of inbound tourism from spring: media

Japan’s government is considering the resumption of inbound tourism on a limited basis from the spring as Tokyo prepares to host a delayed summer Olympics, the Asahi newspaper reported on Sunday.

Lone-Star Luxury? Why Texas Is Fast Becoming A Must-Visit Destination for Lavish Vacations

The largest state in the continental US, Texas offers everything from desert landscapes and rolling hills to several thriving metropolises. The mild winter season is perfect for exploring newly opened restaurants, relaxing in luxurious new hotels and, of course, shopping for the country’s finest cowboy boots.

African Tourism Industry Threatened by COVID-19

Before the COVID-19 pandemic hit, the African tourism industry was expected to bring in billions of dollars. The continent has the world’s second-fastest-growing tourism industry, and experts expected it to keep growing. Then countries began going on lockdown, international travel was banned and tourists not only stopped booking trips, but they started canceling them, too.

Debut of Carnival's Largest Cruise Ship Delayed for 3rd Time

The debut of Carnival Cruise Line’s largest ship ever, Mardi Gras, has been delayed for the third time. At over 180,000 gross tons, Mardi Gras will be the largest cruise ship to enter service with Carnival. The ship was originally scheduled to debut this past August but was pushed back by several months due to delays at the shipyard

Cruise lines bring aboard health experts as they look to regain the public's trust post-COVID

As cruise lines prepare to relaunch next year, many are looking to ensure the outbreaks that kept them in the news for much of this year never return. Upgraded air filtration systems, improved onboard health clinics, and numerous new safety protocols are quickly becoming standard

Norwegian Rolls Out Free Support Program for Travel Partners

Norwegian Cruise Line is launching a free series of live events for travel advisors entitled “Week of You.” The series – taking place on Dec. 7-11 – will feature virtual events “designed to inspire and support travel advisors as they prepare for the industry’s highly-anticipated comeback,” the cruise line stated

Hawaii is offering free round trips to remote workers who want to live there temporarily

What better way to survive a pandemic than to do it on a beach in Hawaii? For anyone who finds the idea dreamy, Hawaii is offering free round trip tickets to Oahu to out-of-state remote workers who want to live and work there while contributing to the state's economy

Pearl Harbor

On December 7, 1941, three waves of Japanese aircraft left their base of sea carriers stationed north of Hawaii. The Japanese Imperial General Headquarters ordered the attack to coincide with a declaration of war delivered to the United States Department of War in Washington, DC. The surprise attack sank four U.S. Navy battleships and damaged four others. 2,402 people were killed

Southwest Airlines notifies nearly 7,000 employees that they may be furloughed

Southwest Airlines, which has never laid off a worker in its 49-year history, notified 6,828 employees Thursday that they may be involuntarily furloughed next year. The airline has been negotiating with unions about cost-cutting measures, but due to "a lack of meaningful progress," the furloughs may be

Trump Administration's New Regulation Favors Airlines At Travelers' Expense

Last Friday, the Trump administration quietly announced a new regulation that appears to favor airlines at consumers' expense, changing how it defines unfair and deceptive practices

Princess Cruises Is Spending Its Downtime Making Some Major Upgrades to Its Fleet

There are two ways to spend the unexpected downtime provided by the pandemic: you could opt to veg out in front of the TV with an array of endless snacks — or you could take advantage of the slower pace and opt for self-improvement

Eight months after all cruises were cancelled, customers still wait for refunds. Here’s what you can do

Eight months after the COVID-19 pandemic shut down cruising around the world, customers are still waiting for refunds of money they paid for canceled cruises. After reaching a fever pitch over the summer, complaints about delayed refunds are still coming into the Florida Attorney General’s Office

China Approves Restart of Domestic Cruise Industry

The Chinese authorities have confirmed that permission has been granted for the first two domestic cruise ships to resume service. After weeks of reports and rumors, it has been announced the first two cruises will depart on December 9 and 10, both sailing from Hainan province

Where Can Americans Travel Right Now?

With the seventh most powerful passport in the world, Americans are used to the privilege of access to almost any country on demand. Before the pandemic, Americans could travel to 185 of the world’s 195 countries visa-free, or with a visa on arrival. But due to the high coronavirus rates in the U.S.

A closer look at the world’s best small cities

Despite the global pandemic that has pretty much paralyzed the travel and tourism industry, Conde Nast Traveler, a luxury lifestyle travel magazine, still managed to celebrate small cities from all over the world via their annual list of the best cities in the world

Moscow and St. Petersburg Nominated for World Travel Awards

The 27th annual World Travel Awards, one of the most prestigious awards in the tourist industry, recognized Moscow and Saint Petersburg as two of the

The race against time to save Pompeii

The bodies of victims of the Vesuvius eruption, including a man and his slave, and three horses, are the latest discoveries at Pompeii. New villas have also been uncovered. But the new excavations are happening because the site is in danger

Why is community immersion the future of responsible tourism?

Travel and tourism is one of the world’s biggest industries. Before the pandemic, the WTTC said it generated €7.3 trillion to the global economy in 2019 and employed more than 330 million people (equivalent to one in ten jobs worldwide)

G Adventures launches tours to 'rethink' mass tourism

G Adventures has launched seven new tours to some of Europe’s most popular destinations, with the company encouraging agents to consider what’s on offer beyond mass market offerings. The new tours cover Ibiza, Corfu, the Azores and Crete – albeit to lesser known areas within those destinations

Prompted by Pandemic, Some States Buy Hotels for the Homeless

It's a bold goal in a place with a major housing crisis: Get as many as 2,000 unsheltered Oregonians into homes this winter by spending $65 million in state money to buy up to 20 underused hotels

A New Boutique Hotel Is Coming to Old San Juan, Puerto Rico

Preferred Hotels is opening a new boutique hotel in Old San Juan, Puerto Rico next month, Caribbean Journal has learned

The Discovery of the Mary Celeste

On December 4, 1872, the captain of the commercial sailing vessel Dei Gratia spotted the American ship Mary Celeste sailing toward the Straights of Gibraltar. Captain David Reed Morehouse of the Dei Gratia knew the Mary Celeste had sailed out of New York only a few weeks before. The Mary Celeste was sailing oddly, almost as though at drift, though it was

The First Heart Transplant

On December 3, 1967, Dr. Christiaan Barnard performed the first human heart transplant. Operating on a 54-year-old patient, Barnard performed the procedure in his native South Africa. The patient, Louis Washkansky, received the heart from a woman killed the day before

Post-crash recovery: How one airline plans to restore confidence in the Boeing 737 MAX

With over 4,800 gross orders, the 737 MAX is the best-selling commercial aircraft in Boeing history. It's 15% more fuel efficient than its predecessor, much more climate friendly and has an average dispatch reliability rate of 99.4%.

Airlines can soon deny emotional support animals free flights

The U.S. Department of Transportation will no longer consider emotional support animals as service animals under a new rule announced Wednesday, allowing airlines to limit the types of animals that fly for free.

American, Southwest Airlines Prepare to Take Part in COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution

The two North Texas-based airlines are preparing to play a role in shipping vaccines across the globe as federal approval appears to be near.

5 more major cruise lines cancel sailings into March and April

You’ll now have to wait until at least March to take a cruise with Norwegian Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean or Celebrity Cruises and at least April to sail with Oceania Cruises or Regent Seven Seas Cruises. Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings, the parent company of Norwegian Cruise Line, on Wednesday canceled all the brand’s sailings through the end of February and the majority of its March voyages.

How Can Cruise Lines Attract New Cruisers in 2021?

Before the pandemic, the cruise industry was the fastest growing sector of the travel industry, with demand increasing a whopping 20.5 percent from 2013 to 2018, according to a 2018 report by the Cruise Lines International Association. The industry was worth roughly $150 billion that same year.

Cruise Ships Are Returning Home To Florida

It is getting busier by the day on the Florida skyline as more and more vessels arrive back in the United States after being anchored for eight months. Slowly but surely, it looks like the return of cruising is getting closer. To qualify for the CDC’s approval to sail, the vessels will need to undergo testing and mock cruises while also implementing new protocols on board the ships.

Hotel grants couple 18 years of free stays for making a baby on Valentine's Day

Let's travel back in time to February 14 -- Valentine's Day. A hip little hotel in British Columbia offered couples the chance to win 18 years of free accommodations if, roughly nine months following their Hotel Zed stay, they had a baby. Nicole and Alexander Beshinsky and their three-and-half-year-old son are getting ready to welcome a new member to the family.

Characters Will Soon Appear at Disney Resort Hotels!

When Walt Disney World Resort reopened its theme parks and hotels to Guests back in July, they had several different safety protocols put into place in order to keep their Guests and Cast Members safe while at the Most Magical Place on Earth.

Electric wheelchair tours show Colombian city from new angle

Wilson Guzmán lost the use of his legs at age 17 when he was shot in the back while trying to recover a stolen bicycle in his hometown of Medellin, Colombia. Two decades later, he glides through the city’s streets using an electric hand-bike attached to the front of his wheelchair.

You Can Now Travel to Ireland With a Reduced Quarantine

Ireland is the latest country to adopt a new rule for incoming travelers and residents returning from coronavirus hot spots that allows them to quarantine for 5 days instead of 14 if they take a COVID-19 polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test and procure a negative result.

Southwest relaunches flights from Tampa to Cuba

Southwest Airlines will bring back its popular Tampa to Havana, Cuba route before the busy holiday season. Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) will resume the Cuba flight on Dec. 6. The relaunch of the service follows other airlines putting international destinations back on their schedules from Tampa International Airport

Saint Lucia named world’s leading honeymoon destination for the third consecutive year

For the third consecutive year since 2018, the Caribbean island of Saint Lucia has been named as the “World’s Leading Honeymoon Destination” by the World Travel Awards, the country’s tourism authority announced. Regarded as the “travel industry’s most prestigious awards programme”, the virtual event was held in Moscow on November 27

CDC says Americans should avoid travel during winter holiday season, get COVID-19 tests if they do

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is urging travelers not to travel for the upcoming winter holidays, a repeat of its guidance for Thanksgiving travel. "The best thing for Americans to do in the upcoming holiday season is to stay at home and not travel,'' Dr. Henry Walke, the CDC's COVID-19 incident manager

How can we travel to remote communities while still being ethical?

In 2021 and beyond, revitalising human connections and directing funds straight into the pockets of those who need it most will be an important part of the sustainable travel experience. However, in the age of contagion an extra degree of care will need to be taken to protect not infect the people we come in contact with when we go overseas, especially if they are living in remote communities.

American Airlines holds first civilian passenger flight of 737 MAX in nearly two years

Boeing Co’s 737 MAX on Wednesday will make its first public demonstration flight with members of the media since being grounded over fatal crashes, as one of its biggest customers, American Airlines, seeks to prove it is safe for passengers.

Senate coronavirus aid proposal calls for $17 billion for airlines

The latest Senate coronavirus aid proposal would provide $17 billion for airline payrolls to keep jobs through March.

This is how airlines are preparing to transport the coronavirus vaccine

CNN's Pete Muntean got to take a look at how airlines are preparing to transport the coronavirus vaccine at below freezing temperatures.

What people really steal from hotels and restaurants

When New York bar owners attempted to be eco-friendly by replacing plastic straws, they faced an unexpected consequence – customers kept stealing the metal replacements. Bar owners were not happy about the cost and inconvenience caused, according to media reports, but they are far from being alone in having their property pinched. Ask any hotelier.

How to Find a Pet-Friendly Hotel

Traveling with pets can seem like a daunting task. Hotel pet policies are complicated, inconsistent and full of gotcha fees. But with a bit of preparation and an understanding of

This Chef Is Showing Off His Hotel Room Cooking Skills Using an Iron and Coffee Maker

No stove, no pans, no problem. This British chef transformed his hotel room into a master kitchen during his two-week quarantine in Canada.

Who needs an elevator with these beautiful hotel staircases?

Skip the elevator and stay in socially-distanced style at one of these boutique hotels with stellar staircase options.

Royal Caribbean is about to cruise again -- but only this country's residents can sail

In a significant milestone for the comeback of cruising, Royal Caribbean is resuming sailings today in Asia, where it long has had a significant operation. The world’s largest cruise line is launching short cruises from Singapore with a single vessel — the 4,180-passenger Quantum of the Seas.

Cruise Line Adds Private Jet Service Included in Cruises

Atlas Ocean Voyages, a new all inclusive cruise line starting up next year, will include private chartered jet service to make it easier for guests flying

Cuba Could be Back as a Cruise Destination Next Year; Private Islands Key in Restart

Cruise lines could return to Cuba as early as next year with the change of administration in the U.S. "Cuba was a very important part of our itineraries," said Tom McAlpin, president and CEO of Virgin Voyages, speaking at the International Cruise Summit in Madrid

About 9.5 million passengers screened by TSA during Thanksgiving holiday travel period

The Transportation Security Administration reported Tuesday that it screened more than 1 million airline passengers on four individual days during the Thanksgiving holiday travel period, which began Friday, Nov. 20 and ended this past Sunday.

Dubai's audacious Heart of Europe megaproject nears first stage completion

What strikes home as the shuttle boat approaches the $5 billion megaresort being constructed off the coast of Dubai is its sheer audacity. Nearly two decades in the making, the Heart of Europe forms just one section of The World -- a vast collection of man-made islands roughly in the shape of an atlas -- but when completed it will be the opulent centerpiece.

Iceland says tourists who had coronavirus can skip quarantine and testing: report

People traveling to Iceland from Europe who can prove they have recovered from COVD-19 may not have to quarantine or get tested, but health agencies urge immunity is unclear.

Hawaiian cuts service as Kauai opts out of pre-travel testing

The popular Hawaiian tourist destination Kauai has opted out of the state’s pre-travel coronavirus testing programme and re-imposed a mandatory quarantine for all inbound passengers, once again disrupting Hawaiian Airlines’ return to normal service.

The Best Travel Tuesday Deals, Including $29 Flights and $600 Off Cruises

Before you wrap up your Cyber Week purchases, check out these Travel Deal Tuesday sales on flights, hotels, car rentals, and more.

Can virtual tourism save local businesses in tourist destinations?

Imagine you can visit the beautiful tropical island of Lombok in eastern Indonesia from the comfort of your couch through your laptop or smartphone.

La Guardia Airport Opens

New York City's La Guardia Airport opened on this day in 1938. Celebrating its 78th birthday today, La Guardia is located in Queens County on Long Island in the the City of New York. Originally named Glenn H. Curtiss Airport, the airfield was re-named after Fiorello H. La Guardia, a former mayor of New York City

DOT finalizes rule defining 'unfair and deceptive practices' by airlines

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) announced a new policy last week that could bar most additional unfair or deceptive practices by airlines, according to reports.

5 major airlines to roll out digital health passport for travelers next month

The CommonPass technology is operated by the CommonTrust Network, a nonprofit that includes hundreds of health systems and hospitals, along with accredited labs and other providers in the U.S. and worldwide.

TikTok User Banned From Spirit Airlines for Sharing Hack to Alter Boarding Pass for Free Bags

A TikTok user named Rob K. (robkallday), has been effectively banned from Spirit Airlines after posting a video on how to smuggle large carry-on bags on board without paying for them

The mysterious Utah monolith disappeared, and brands like Southwest, MoonPie, and Steak-umm are making it all about themselves on Twitter

The metal monolith discovered in a Utah desert has mysteriously disappeared, Insider reported Sunday. As corners of the Internet discuss theories and jokes about where the sculpture came from and where it went, brands quickly joined in.

Taiwanese airlines introduce touchless boarding amid COVID-19

Taipei, Dec. 1 (CNA) Taiwan's two major airlines said Tuesday they have geared up for services that can better address the COVID-19 threat due to overcrowding at airports, mainly the facial recognition system that enables touchless boarding.

More Cruise Ships Poised to Resume Service

The cruise industry will continue its careful resumption of service during December. This will include both the first sailings by Royal Caribbean International in over eight months as well as the first cruises in China. While fears of the resurgence of the virus continue to mount

10 Ways to Socially Distance on a Cruise

The process for cruises to resume is slow going, but the outlook is bright for 2021, with cruise lines staffing ships and familiarizing themselves with new requirements that have been established by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Riverboat cruises set to make a return to Vicksburg

Vicksburg tourism took a big hit thanks to the coronavirus pandemic. Now the city is working to rebound and redevelop its riverfront with cruise lines recommitting to partnerships with the city. “The riverboats have not docked at all since COVID began,” said Vicksburg Convention and Visitors Bureau Director Laura Beth Strickland.

Caribbean Travel Now Requires Insurance, But Is The Minimum Enough?

If the tropics are beckoning you in 2021, make sure to plan for the way the pandemic has altered travel. Many destinations are updating insurance requirements for visitors. Even before

21 Best Places to Go in 2021

In putting together our list of the best places to go in 2021, we were faced with factors we’d never had to consider before. After a year marked by grounded planes, closed borders, and mandatory quarantines, it felt key to have a 2021 list that is equal parts realistic and inspirational

Chasing Southern Lights! Best places to spot this wonder

South Lights, ask Aurora Australis, lights up the sky in orange, red, green, and pink. Although, catching a sight of the Northern Lights features in the travel wishlist for many, it has been found that people are now showing overwhelming interest

Travel Writers Tell Us The Small American Towns They Can’t Wait To Visit Again

Travel will return. That’s a foregone conclusion. Vaccines are on the horizon (though their full rollout worldwide may take years). Once hitting the road is on the table again, expect things to be different. The industry has been rocked by the pandemic

Las Vegas hotels are closed during the week. Blame the lack of business travelers

It’s impossible to stay mid-week right now at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino Las Vegas. It’s not because the 3,007 rooms are sold-out at one of the largest casino hotels in the world.

The Last TWA Flight

On this day in 2001, Trans World Airlines Flight 220 landed in St. Louis International Airport ending 71 years of TWA operations. TWA’s assets were purchased by American Airlines. Flight 220 was piloted by Captain Bill Compton. Started in 1930, TWA filed three times for bankruptcy during its history, the last just prior to its acquisition by American

A Season of Giving: A Time for Agents to Receive

With the holiday season and year’s end now upon us, many of us have found our traditions, our lives, and our careers upended. But, we are in this together, giving us a shared reality and a special strength in numbers as we continue to fortify ourselves and our community for the eventual return of travel. As we pack up 2020, unpack holiday décor and experience the season, we invite agents to enjoy a few special gifts from us. We’ve ensured something for everyone during this December’s Season of Giving, hoping to meet agents where they’re at in their careers and regardless of finances

Mark Twain

On this day in 1835, Samuel Langhorne Clemens was born in the small town of Florida, Missouri. Better known by his pseudonym, Mark Twain, the writer proved to be one of the true originals of American literature. His novels The Adventures of Tom Sawyer and Adventures of Huckleberry Finn earned Twain a public following even in his own day. His wit and keen satire are staples of popular quotations

The U.S. Is Getting an Epic New Glass-domed Train Route From the Rockies to Red Rocks

The southwestern U.S. is getting a new luxury train route through some of the country’s most scenic territory. The Rockies to the Red Rocks journey, set to start in August 2021, will take passengers on a two-day ride from Denver to Moab, Utah, winding through the Rocky Mountains

Thanksgiving Airline Travel Down 50 Percent, Which Could Spell Trouble For Airlines

AAA projects the largest dip in overall holiday travel since the 2008 recession. CBS 2’s Marissa Parra has been tracking Thanksgiving travel since last week. As she reported Sunday, the possible impact could be rough for airlines.

Domestic airlines resume Mt Everest sightseeing flights after eight months

The domestic airlines have announced resuming mountain view flights from next week after eight months of closure, as economic activities have started to pick-up again and return to normal, including all tourism-related activities. The airlines have launched “Buy one, get one free” ticket offer to entice the passengers to fly.

The ultimate guide to airlines flying rear-facing seats

There’s a certain thrill to flying in a rear-facing seat. In 2019, I flew an American Airlines Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner from Chicago to Dallas and actually enjoyed my experience flying backwards.

Here's What It's Like to Stay at a Disney World Resort Hotel Right Now

Around the world, hotels and resorts have reimagined the guest experience amid the pandemic, adopting innovative technologies and introducing new practices to create a safer environment — and Disney is no exception. With over 20 hotels located at Walt Disney World, the massive theme park resort

Cyber Monday Travel Deals: Hotels, Resorts, Cruises, and Tours

Cyber Monday travel deals around the world from our favorite ski lodges, wellness resorts, safaris, and more.

Caribbean hotel overhauled to become Radisson Blu property

The new-look Radisson Blu Resort & Residence, Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic boasts 164 suites and five restaurants.

Cyber Monday Cruise Deals From Cruise Lines for 2020

If you missed out on Black Friday cruise deals you’re in luck. Cruise lines are also offering Cyber Monday cruise deals this year that have discounted cruise fares to go along with free perks that range from free drink packages to free WiFi.

American Cruise Lines unveils new design for Mississippi River boats in 2021

American Cruise Lines recently revealed new designs of the interior for its new class of modern riverboats, set to stop in the Quad-Cities this summer.

First Royal Caribbean cruise in 9 months will sail tomorrow

Nine months after Royal Caribbean shut down its cruises due to the global health crisis, its first cruise ship will offer a revenue cruise tomorrow

Philippines cited as world’s top dive destination, Intramuros is leading tourist attraction

The Philippines’ dive sites and famed walled city Intramuros were hailed World’s Leading Dive Destination and World’s Leading Tourist Attraction in 2020, respectively, in this year’s World Travel Awards.

'Once-in-a-lifetime opportunity': Hawaii seeks to be seen as a remote workplace with a view

Hawaii is launching a campaign to attract former residents and those from elsewhere to set up remote offices with a view.

Croatian Tourism Champion This Year is Island of Vir

The island of Vir earned the title of this year's Croatian tourism champion due to the largest number of overnight stays in October, but also a total of more than 2 million overnight stays in the period from 1 January to 31 October.

Canada extends international travel restrictions

Canada has announced an extension of restrictions on international travel in an effort to prevent the further spread of the novel coronavirus amid an ongoing second wave of the pandemic in the country.

American Airlines Has Some Amazing Black Friday Sales Just in Time for the Holidays

American Airlines Has Some Amazing Black Friday Sales Just in Time for the Holidays

Airlines' new 'health passport' could revive international travel

As more governments turn to mandatory COVID-19 testing for travelers in place of mandatory 14-day quarantines after arrival, the world’s airlines are developing a digital health passport that will collect and standardize coronavirus-related passenger data for border crossings and could jump-start international travel once it is widely used.

How Do In Flight Entertainment Systems Work?

In-flight entertainment (IFE) is one of the more exciting parts of long-haul travel, with most airlines installing screens on widebody planes. Depending on the airline you fly with

Delta Air Lines cancelling hundreds of flights over Thanksgiving holiday

It’s the busiest travel time of the 2020 year so far, but beginning as early as Tuesday night, Delta began cancelling flights. The unusual activity was first flagged by Gary Leff at View From the Wing using Flight Aware data.

The Best Ways to Disinfect Your Hotel Room During the Pandemic, According to Health Experts

Travel remains complicated while the COVID-19 pandemic continues around the world, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) still recommends staying home for your own safety as well as for others.

Emirates brings back Dubai Connect package

Here’s some good news if you’re traveling through Dubai anytime soon: Emirates has brought back its popular Dubai Connect package for customers transiting through Dubai International Airport (DXB).

How to book your ideal cruise

Booking a cruise can be a minefield, with hundreds of cruise lines around the world and thousands of itineraries and ports, not to mention the dizzying number of packages on offer. It’s no wonder you can end up frazzled before you start. Coupled with that, the internet is rife with conflicting advice – do you book a cruise early or leave it late? Use a travel agent or do it yourself online?

SAGA Gains COVID Safety Accreditation

Saga on Friday announced it is the first cruise operator to be awarded new COVID-19 health assurance accreditation by Lloyd’s Register. Lloyd’s Register has awarded Saga the Shield+ accreditation, the highest category of health assurance they have, according to a statement.

Add These Travel Musts To Your List Right Now!

Travel is one of the greatest inventions of the modern world, and budget airlines have made it accessible to the masses everywhere. There are a lot of things that play a part in having the best and most fulfilling travel experience, and you need to make sure you are focused on doing what you can to get the best out of it.

Aruba leads latest list of quarantine-free destinations

Aruba, the Pacific Islands, Bhutan, Timor-Leste and Mongolia have all been added to the UK quarantine-free travel list. Guests arriving from the countries will no longer be expected to self-isolate for two weeks from Saturday.

What it's like to holiday in the Maldives right now

I'm sitting on a lounger at a Maldivian resort's overwater restaurant taking in views of the glimmering Arabian Sea, but I feel uneasy. I'm not wearing a mask, nor are the other guests, or staff. Not that there's a need to: everyone on the palm-fringed private island of Soneva Fushi has been tested for Covid-19 upon arrival, then quarantined in their own villa until they receive fresh negative results.

Pope Urban II Launches First Crusade

On this day in 1095, Catholic Pope Urban II launched the First Crusade to reclaim the Holy Lands, and in particular Jerusalem, for the Christians. The motivations for the Crusades were multi-faceted: though often attributed to religious zeal, the Crusades were also ordered in part to quell in the unruly warrior class in Europe, who had no battles to fight and thus had begun in small numbers

More airlines requiring pre-flight COVID-19 tests as Americans travel for Thanksgiving

Travel experts said Wednesday could be one of the busiest travel days for Thanksgiving week. And for some, the planning started three days ago with a COVID-19 test. Right now there is no state requirement to get COVID-19 tested for flying in and out of Sea-Tac International Airport

Airlines See Highest Number Of Passengers Since March. Who Is Flying?

NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Jay Singh of Simple Flying about the increase in the number of airline passengers during the Thanksgiving holiday.

American Airlines details the future of the carrier's swankiest jet

There’s one route that sets the standard for premium travel within the U.S. Before the pandemic, the Big 3 U.S. airlines, as well as JetBlue, engaged in cutthroat competition for their share of deep-pocketed travellers flying between New York (JFK) and Los Angeles (LAX).

Royal Caribbean suspends sales of week-long cruises through November 2021

It hasn’t been a great year for the cruise industry. In the early months of 2020, major cruise lines were forced to cancel their trips due to the coronavirus pandemic. As global numbers started to fall, it looked like things could look up for cruise companies. However, as COVID-19 cases

Unsinkable: The Cruise Industry Is Coming Back To Life

Ship Captains, start your engines! After a miserable 2020, the global cruise machine is slowly coming back to life, buoyed by positive news on the vaccine front. While there are hurdles yet to overcome, there’s a sense of optimism that hasn’t been felt since the industry was essentially shut down in March.

AIDA Joins Other German Cruise Lines Resuming Sailing

AIDA, Carnival Corporation’s brand marketed to German-speaking consumers, announced plans to resume cruise operations in December joining other cruise lines marketed to the German market which are also moving forward

We’re seeing people booking tours that are distanced with smaller groups: CEO

Paul Melhus, CEO & Founder of ToursByLocals joins the Yahoo Finance Live Panel to discuss the state of the tourism industry amid COVID.

A new love for medieval-style travel

Pilgrimages are back in fashion. But given that we live in a largely secular society, why do people choose to still choose to follow these ancient routes?

CDC warns against travel to Mexico because of rise in COVID-19 cases

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VERIFY: What are the requirements to fly to Hawaii during the pandemic

The state of Hawaii requires a negative COVID test from a trusted partner before entering the islands.

MGM Resorts to close Mirage, Mandalay Bay hotels midweek due to visitor slump

The company does not expect the closures to remain past December, but MGM Resorts will evaluate business levels to determine how long they last.

How Italy accidentally invented the perfect Covid-era hotel

Medieval architects, deserted towns and remote countryside -- what sounds like the ingredients for a horror movie could actually be the recipe for the perfect Covid-era hotel.

This Hanoi Hotel Is Coated in 24-karat Gold — Yes, Even the Toilets

The gold standard on hotels has been raised at this Wyndham property, compete with a 24-karat gold rooftop infinity pool.

Tips if you travel with kids for the holidays during a pandemic

Although the 2020 holiday season will be unlike any other we’ve experienced, with social distancing, safety protocols and restrictions on gatherings, millions of Americans still plan to travel throughout the holiday season. Gary Kirkilas, DO, a clinical assistant professor of Child Health at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix, discussed his concerns about holiday travel with kids.

RV sales are up amid pandemic travel limitations

It kind of makes sense. Over the summer, lots of folks didn’t go on vacation and stay in hotels. Instead, a lot of people bought RVs. Geraci said suppliers are seeing a big increase in first-time buyers who are overwhelmingly buying cheaper, towable RVs.

U.S. Considers Lifting Ban On European Travelers

US government considers removing the ban on international visitors from Europe and Brazil, opening the door for tourists to return

Entering King Tut's Tomb

On this day in 1923, Howard Carter and Lord Carnavon became the first people to enter the tomb of Pharaoh Tutankhamun in 3,000 years. The discovery is significant in part because the tomb was extremely well-preserved; its location having been forgotten to history, it was spared the usual grave-robbing, amateur excavation, and treasure hunting which plundered and nearly destroyed many other tomb sites. This discovery also gave rise to the legend of King Tut's curse, holding that all the men involved in the discovery of the tomb died mysterious deaths as a result.

Trawick International is Proud to be the First Insurance Organization to Offer a Travel Protection Product that covers Tail Gating

(Fairhope, Ala.) November 25, 2020 - Trawick International, an industry-leading travel insurance company focused on providing the best possible travel coverage for travelers, is pleased to announce that it has brought to market a travel protection product that protects your tailgate. “All across the country, friends and families gather together to celebrate at an event of their choosing,” said Daryl Trawick, President, Trawick International. “Now, they don’t have to worry if something unforeseen happens and ruins their experience. Our Tailgate Protection will cover many of the prepaid non-refundable expenses of their tailgate event.” Our Tailgate Protection plan is designed to cover unforeseen events

The Hollywood Ten

On November 25th, 1947, a group of Hollywood studio executives blacklisted and banned from employment 10 individuals for suspected Communist sympathies. The prior day, the Congress of the United States had cited these same individuals for contempt for refusing to give testimony to the House Committee on Un-American Activities. Although defended vigorously by well-known personalities such as Humphrey Bogart, Lauren Bacall, and Danny Kaye, the blacklist grew in size and scope in a dark witch hunt-like frenzy. The Hollywood Ten were composed mostly of screenwriters: Alvah Bessie, Herbert Biberman, Lester Cole, Edward Dmytryk, Ring Lardner Jr., John Howard Lawson, Albert Maltz, Samuel Ornitz, Adrian Scott and Dalton Trumbo.

Croatia’s Katarina Line Announces Black Friday Special Of Up to 50% Off on Select 7-Night Dalmatian Cruises in 2021

Croatia’s premier small ship cruise company, Katarina Line is offering Black Friday specials of up to 50% off on a wide range of sailings throughout the 2021 season for two of the company’s most popular 7-night cruises, Dalmatian Paradise and Kvarner Bay of Islands, valid when booked by November 30, 2020. The specials represent savings of up to $1,067 are person, based on double occupancy. Prices are based on the current exchange rate for the Euro and include en-suite accommodations, buffet breakfasts, three-course lunches, and a Captain’s dinner, among other amenities.

'Devastating and unrelenting' Covid-19 crisis will cost airlines $157 billion, says IATA

More huge losses are looming for the airline industry as carriers brace for the Covid-19 crisis to extend well into 2021.

Blade becomes first airline to require COVID-19 tests before flights

BLADE Urban Air Mobility became the first aviation company to require pre-boarding coronavirus testing for flights within the United States. “This is something that our passengers really encouraged us to implement, so, it is a little easier for us than a big commercial airline,” Blade CEO Rob Wiesenthal told FOX Business' "Varney & Co."

United adds 4 new Los Angeles routes this winter

United Airlines will offer Southern Californians four more ways to escape their homes and hit the beach this winter with new service to Belize and Mexico from Los Angeles.

COVID-19 travel restrictions in all 50 states to know before your trip

If you're planning on traveling during the holidays, you may want to check on your destination's COVID-19 restrictions. As the U.S. is seeing an increase in COVID-19 cases, states have adapted their COVID-19 guidelines to better help contain the spread of the virus. Here is a list of COVID-19 travel restrictions for all 50 states

Some travelers frustrated with having to show negative COVID-19 test prior to departure

Starting Tuesday, Nov. 24, travelers will need to show a negative COVID-19 test before they board the plane to Hawaii or else, they will need to quarantine for two weeks. However, some travelers are finding the new process frustrating.

4 hotels that offer a one-of-a-kind hotel-room experience

There's a host of extraordinary lodgings to be discovered that are worth the experience. You can sleep in a hotel made of ice or an igloo in Finland.

Top 10 hotel trends in 2020: Are they here to stay?

Back when we were all naïve enough to think that 2020's biggest headache would be a seemingly endless year of political campaign ads, hotels and resorts in the U.S. were poised to enjoy the fruits of a robust economy. But the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic threw the industry into chaos, forcing hotels and resorts to not only rethink their strategies for the year

Disney halts cruises until February 2021 amid coronavirus suspension

Disney Cruise Line extended its suspension again this week, halting all of its cruises through Jan. 31, 2021 as COVID-19 continues to spread.

Cruise Line to Restart Cruises in Japan

MSC Cruises is well underway to start cruising in Japan in April after the cruise line received the Japanese health and safety certification.

AIDA Ready to Sail in the Canary Islands in December

AIDA Cruises today announced that it will offer Canary Island cruises starting from December 5, 2020. On December 5, 2020, AIDA Cruises will open its cruise...

Lonely Planet’s Pick: Explore Off the Beaten Path to Gyeongbuk

Gyeongbuk, a region in the southeast of Korea, offers another side of serene Korea that cannot be found elsewhere. Gyeongbuk’s historic villages that were built during the Joseon dynasty (14-19C) and early modern era invite you to explore and learn how people from the past lived, which, in Lonely Planet’s own words, is ‘a chance to see how life was lived generations ago in a simpler time and where visitors slow down and take it easy’.

Need to cancel or change travel plans? What to know about COVID-19 policies for airline, hotels, more

Airlines, Amtrak and hotels have mostly relaxed their change and cancellation policies to accommodate last-minute changes due to COVID-19.

American Airlines Reverses Policy That Imposed Weight Limit On Wheelchairs

American Airlines reversed a recent policy that banned wheelchairs weighing more than 300 pounds, which includes many power wheelchairs, from some of its regional jets following an NPR report.

U.S. Screens Highest Number of Airline Passengers Since March

The U.S. Transportation Security Administration said it screened 1.047 million passengers on Sunday, the highest number since mid-March. The number of U.S. air travelers is still nearly 60% lower than the same date last year but Sunday was the second time in three days that passengers screened topped one million. The

The airline industry begins to plan COVID-19 'vaccination passports' for international travel

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CDC Advises Travelers to Avoid Cruises With New Level 4 Warning

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention over the weekend classified cruising as a Level 4 —or very high — risk of contracting COVID-19, recommending people avoid getting on ships.

Multiple Cruise Lines Announce 2020 Black Friday Deals

Several different cruise lines, from mainstream up to luxury, have announced Black Friday and Cyber Week sales and promotions.

Disney Cruise Line Extends Suspension of All Departures Through January

Disney Cruise Line announced it is extending its suspension of service through the end of January. 'Our team at Disney Cruise Line remains focused on the...

England cuts traveler quarantine period to five days

England is drastically reducing its 14-day quarantine period for people arriving from most destinations in a move that will potentially throw open the doors for British people wanting to take foreign vacations.

For Thanksgiving and 'healing': Delta CEO thanks employee COVID-19 sacrifices with free travel

Delta is thanking its employees for their sacrifices during the COVID-19 pandemic by giving them free travel anywhere the airline flies.

Asia is leading the way in travel recovery, says bookings platform Agoda

The best pockets of recovery are domestic travel in Taiwan, Thailand and increasingly, Vietnam, said John Brown of Agoda, a subsidiary of Booking Holdings.

Tribal Communities Reeling As Pandemic Halts Tourism, Gaming Revenue

Like a lot of Arizona, Native American reservations in our state rely heavily on tourism. But with the pandemic, fewer people are traveling, and tribal communities have been hit harder than most by the virus itself. So where does that leave Native American businesses in our state? To find out, I got a hold of Geri Hongeva. She's the board president of the Arizona American Indian Tourism Association and a member of the Navajo tribe. And she told me for some tribes, tourism is their main source of revenue.

Australia opens up more borders in domestic travel boost, eyes vaccine

Australia will lift more internal state border restrictions in a boost for tourism as new coronavirus infections slow to a trickle, while the first vaccines could be available in March, a government minister said on Tuesday.

Tokyo governor: Japan can host Olympics despite virus spike

Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike remains firm about being able to safely hold the Olympics next year despite growing concerns about Japan's recent resurgence of COVID-19 infections. Japan has experienced an uptick of the infections this month with a nationwide daily total exceeding 2,000 as the government tries to balance preventive measures

Hawaii’s hotel industry is still struggling despite tourism reopening, and isn’t expected to break even in 2021

More than a year from now, Hawaii’s hotel industry won’t have stopped bleeding. A new annual Hawaii hotel forecast prepared by STR for the Hawaii Tourism Authority estimates that by the end of 2021, statewide occupancy will have hit only 46.3%, still short of the 50% to 60% occupancy that the industry needs to break even.

Lee Harvey Oswald

The president of the United States, John F. Kennedy, had been assassinated only days before. In custody for the crime was Lee Harvey Oswald, a disaffected individual with an apparent commitment to communism who had lived in the Soviet Union for a brief period of time. On the morning of November 24th, 1963, police were transferring Oswald to the Dallas County Jail. Oswald was handcuffed to Dallas Detective Jim Leavelle.

Trawick International Offers Several Travel Protection Products to Provide Travelers with Coverage While Visiting New York for this Holiday Season

Fairhope, Ala. - November 24, 2020 - Trawick International, an industry-leading travel insurance company focused on providing the best possible travel coverage for travelers, is pleased to announce that it offers trip interruption and travel medical protection plans to travelers that may cover their expenses if they contract COVID-19 while visiting New York.

I visited a United Club during the pandemic and saw how the airline is re-imagining the airport lounge as it slowly welcomes back travelers

United implemented a five-point plan when reopening its lounges that focuses on more health and safety than creature comforts like a hot food buffet.

Spirit Airlines Brings Back More International Routes

Spirit Airlines is bringing back more international flights across its Latin American network. From Fort Lauderdale and Orlando, two of the airline’s largest operating bases, the carrier is reinstating flights across multiple countries as border restrictions ease up, and demand for travel starts to come back.

So You’re Flying This Thanksgiving? Here’s Which Parts Are the Riskiest.

Our first holiday season under the pall of the coronavirus is upon us. Cases may be rising, and states may be implementing a new spate of shutdowns, but it’s looking like air travel will see big increases heading into Thanksgiving and throughout the holiday season.

Peninsula Hotels' generous new check-in and checkout policy

This exclusive hotel chain will soon allow guests to arrive and depart when they please. Will other luxury brands follow?

Millions traveling for Thanksgiving despite surging Covid-19 cases

The 2020 Thanksgiving travel season will be unlike any other. Because of the Covid-19 pandemic, decisions about whether to fly or drive to see loved ones are enormously complicated and personal.

COVID Travel: Hawaii Imposes New COVID-19 Travel Restrictions; Holiday Travel Plans Disrupted

Less than a month after several airlines restated flights to Hawaii from San Francisco Bay Area airports, the surge in new COVID cases threw holiday travel plans to the sunny Islands into jeopardy.

CDC raises warning against cruise travel to highest level, strengthens international flight guidelines

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention published a Level 4 travel notice on Saturday advising that "all people" should avoid travel on cruise ships worldwide because "the risk of COVID-19 on cruise ships is very high."

First Carnival Cruise Ships Will Begin Arriving Back in Florida

As Carnival Cruise Line prepares to resume cruises to the Caribbean and Bahamas out of U.S. ports, a few Carnival cruise ships will begin arriving in Florida.

Emirates launches new insurance to passengers

Emirates customers can now plan their travels as the airline unveils the latest industry-first initiative to provide expanded, multi-risk travel cover on top of its current Covid-19 cover.

10 Best Cheap Vacations in the U.S.

According to data from Priceline, these 10 U.S. destinations offer the most affordable average daily rates at hotels at all-star levels.

The Birth of Henry McCarty

On this day in 1859, Henry McCarty was born. He would die a short 21 years later, but by that time most know him as William H. Bonney or, perhaps, Billy the Kid. Although born in New York City, Bonney moved to New Mexico and became a hired gun for cattle interests. During that time, he was involved in the infamous "Lincoln County War" that pitted established businessmen against newcomers. Bonnie killed at least one man and fled under indictment.

United says Covid-19 spike is hitting air travel -- again

The spike in Covid-19 cases is starting to hit air travel once again, according to United Airlines.

Southwest Airlines to offer direct flight to Hawaii beginning in March

Southwest Airlines will soon offer direct flights to Honolulu from Long Beach Airport, the airline announced Thursday, Nov. 19. Long Beach Airport will join Oakland, San Jose, Sacramento and San Diego as Southwest gateways to Hawaii in March.

Hyatt Hotels Around the World Are Hosting Small Businesses to Help Them Survive the Pandemic

Nearly 60 Hyatt properties are providing things like pop-up markets, kitchen space, exercise studios, barbershops, and more.

Puerto Vallarta Among the Top Destinations for U.S. Thanksgiving Travel

Although travel volumes for the celebration of Thanksgiving Day in the United States, which this year will be Thursday, November 26, have fallen compared

White House Urges Vigilance On Coronavirus But Rejects Lockdowns As Solution

Health officials have warned Americans to forgo the traditional holiday travel as cases of the coronavirus continue to surge across the country.

50M Americans expected to travel for Thanksgiving despite COVID-19 surge

Some 50 million Americans are expected to travel for Thanksgiving, according to one estimate -- despite cautionary pleas from health officials as COVID-19 infection rates surge.

Hawaii imposes new COVID-19 travel restrictions

Anyone flying to Hawaii will be required to have a negative COVID-19 test result prior to their departure for the state, with the new rule going into effect two days before Thanksgiving, Gov. David Ige announced Thursday.

'Devastating impact': Cruise industry says 254,000 American jobs, $32 billion in economic activity lost

Amid 2020's cruising shutdown, the industry estimates it will contribute less than half to the U.S. economy than it did in 2019.

Disney Cruise Ship Heads to Florida: Will It Be The First to Sail?

Which Disney Cruise Line ship will be the first to sail? So far, Disney isn’t saying, but a clue comes in the form of Disney Wonder, which as of the morning of November 19 was approximately 3,700 miles east of Port Canaveral and heading for the Florida coast.

A Complete List Of Cruise Lines’ Black Friday Deals 2020

Black Friday and Cyber Monday will be anything but traditional in 2020. While deals will be plentiful the Friday and Monday after Thanksgiving, you’ll want to keep your eyes open, as many companies are rolling out deals early.

The Sinking of the Essex

On this day in 1820, a giant sperm whale attacked and sank the whaling vessel Essex off of the western coast of South America. The survivors climbed aboard two life boats and made it to a small island. However, they soon exhausted the islands' food supply. To survive, all but three of the sailors climbed back into their boats to seek aid. Before long, their circumstances became dire, and the men resorted to cannibalism to survive. They were rescued after three months at sea. Writer Herman Melville used aspects of the story in his novel Moby Dick.

Norwegian Air files for Irish equivalent of bankruptcy protection

Low-cost carrier Norwegian filed for the equivalent of Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in Ireland late on Wednesday afternoon. The carrier, which is based outside of Oslo, initiated an examinership process in Ireland for its Norwegian Air International (NAI) Limited and Arctic Aviation Assets (AAA) subsidiaries. The examinership process is the equivalent of Chapter 11 in the U.S.

Airline offers speed-dating on dead-end ‘flight to nowhere’

Love is in the air on this flight to nowhere. Taiwanese carrier EVA Air has launched a speed-dating event for singles in which 20 men and 20 women will board a plane for a three-hour ride, then land right back where they started. The full-circle trip will then be followed by a two-hour date back on land, CNN Travel reports.

A Rush of Good News Is Lifting Airline Stocks. But the Virus Hasn’t Been Subdued Yet.

Airline stocks were up more than 3% Wednesday on news that Pfizer’s coronavirus vaccine was 95% effective. The industry may also be getting a lift from news that Boeing’s 737 MAX will soon be flying after getting a green light from U.S. regulators—good news for carriers whose planes were grounded because of safety concerns.

A door may be cracking open for Americans to travel to Europe again

American Airlines, British Airways and United Airlines launched preflight Covid-19 testing programs in hopes of restoring travel between the U.S. and the U.K.

Survey: 71% Of Hotels Won’t Survive Another Six Months Without Further Government COVID Relief

With a resurgence of COVID-19 and renewed travel restrictions enacted in many states, a new survey of American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) members shows that the hotel industry will continue to face devastation and significant job loss without additional relief from Congress.

Help out in Hawaii and get a free hotel stay

Those wishing to engage in a spot of "voluntourism," may be interested in an initiative being offered in Hawaii. The "Malama Hawaii" scheme encourages visitors to leave Hawaii better than when they arrived, and in some cases they will receive a free extra night from participating hotels for volunteering.

American Cruise Lines reveals modern riverboats’ interiors

American Cruise Lines has revealed the interior spaces for its new class of modern riverboats, which have been designed by Miami-based firm Studio DADO.

Royal Caribbean Announces 2022 Caribbean Program

Royal Caribbean announced three Oasis-class ships – Symphony, Harmony and Oasis of the Seas – will sail from Florida and the Northeast in 2022, plus the Liberty, Explorer and amplified Mariner of the Seas, on Caribbean itineraries, according to a press release.

Holland America Begins Repositioning Cruise Ships to the U.S.

Holland America Line has confirmed to Cruise Critic that it is moving six ships to U.S. waters in order to begin the process of gradually restarting cruise operations. Holland America's Koningsdam, Nieuw Statendam, Nieuw Amsterdam, Noordam, Westerdam and Zuiderdam are all en-route to the United States at this time.

Greece Named Top Travel Destination for Sustainable Food

The Lonely Planet publishing company listed Greece as the top destination in the entire world in the category of “Sustainable Food” on their “Best in Travel 2021” list released recently, which has been adapted to reflect current demands for environmentally-friendly tourism.

Top 7 destinations to travel this 2021 you may have not known

While the whole world went into a sudden halt with the onset of the pandemic, the most resilient sectors of all, travel and tourism, have undergone an unprecedented setback unlike ever before.

Dr. Anthony Fauci urges Americans to 'think twice' about holiday travel plans

Dr. Anthony Fauci is urging Americans to "think twice" about traveling and having indoor gatherings for the holidays.

National Review

The first edition of William F. Buckley's National Review was published on this day in 1955. A former Yale debater and editor of the Yale Daily News, the young Buckley wrote "God and Man at Yale" in 1951, establishing him as a serious intellectual thinker. He raised $300,000 to start National Review which he saw as an opportunity to firmly entrench the intellectual heritage of conservative thought and to marginalize the fringe elements of the conservative movement such as the John Birch Society.

These Are the Safest Airlines to Fly During the COVID-19 Pandemic

I'm sure none of us imagined that come November 2020, traveling would still be such a major safety concern. However, with the holidays right around the corner, it's inevitable that many folks will be hopping on planes in order to spend time with their families. As COVID-19 cases continue to spike, it's important to choose an airline that prioritizes travelers' safety.

American frequent flyers may be able to upgrade on Alaska, JetBlue

American Airlines is teasing potential travel benefits of its new partnerships with Alaska Airlines and JetBlue Airways, including the possibility of reciprocal upgrades.

British Airways, American Airlines to begin voluntary COVID-19 testing plan

British Airways will test flyers from the US to London for COVID-19 to persuade the British government to scrap some travel quarantine rules.

Low-Touch Food Ordering Helps Hotels Serve Guests

With COVID-19 precautions discouraging face-to-face interactions with guests, any technology that makes contactless or low-touch exchanges possible is extremely helpful and provides confidence to guests that they will remain safe on property.

Want to Be REALLY Safe at a Hotel? These 10 Properties Will Rent You an Entire Floor

It used to be that if you wanted privacy, you needed to fork over extreme amounts of cash for the penthouse. Not anymore! With hotel occupancies at historic lows, properties across the United States have cooked up a way for you to practice social distancing by booking the entire floor for your pod, bubble, family members, or quaran-team to lounge in style.

Carnival Cruise Line cancels January 2021 US cruises

As it continues to build and implement its plan to meet the requirements of the Framework for Resuming Cruise Ship Operations Order issued on Oct. 30 by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Carnival Cruise Line notified guests and travel agents that it has cancelled additional cruises

More Than 100,000 Curious Cruisers Signed Up for Royal Caribbean's Test Sailings

More than 100,000 people have signed up to take part in Royal Caribbean’s test sailings just days after the cruise line put out a call for volunteers. The cruise line, which plans to run simulated trial sailings as part of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s requirements to begin "phased resumption" of sailing asked eager cruisers to fill out a form online to show their interest

New Zealand Eyes Wealthier Tourists In Shift Away From Budget Travelers

In the midst of the pandemic, many countries are considering the type of tourists they want to attract once international borders re-open. For New Zealand, it offers a chance to re-invent their tourism industry.

Planning A Hawaii Trip? Here's What to Know Before You Go

Hawaii welcomed tourists back to its islands beginning October 15, allowing travelers to forgo its mandatory 14-day quarantine if they are able to provide a negative COVID-19 test prior to arrival. Since then, more than 100,000 travelers (an average of 6,000 per day, according to the Hawaiian Tourism Authority) have flocked to Hawaii, a five-fold increase from the previous month, with most travelers coming from mainland United States.

Thanksgiving Day Dilemma: Should You Travel Or Stay Home?

Thanksgiving Day is next week and that usually means long lines in crowded airports and traffic jams on the nation's highways, but that probably won't be true this year. The recent huge spike in Covid-19 cases has many people rethinking their travel plans.

A 'Covid-free' flight just landed in London. CNN's Richard Quest was on board

United Airlines is testing passengers boarding Newark to London flights for Covid-19. Richard Quest was on board to try the experimental service that the airline hopes will help reignite transatlantic travel.

Travel industry offering deals through 2022 to help with financial loss amid pandemic

The travel industry is trying new tactics to recover from financial stress. Experts say new deals are emerging that allow people to go on a trip of their dreams through 2022.

Airline route maps undergo pandemic shake-up heading into 2021

Beyond service cuts, social distancing and new cabin cleaning protocols, the pandemic has also forced the airlines to rethink not only how they fly, but where they fly.

Spirit Airlines Bans TikToker For Sharing Bag Scam

It’s not often you hear of something like this — Spirit Airlines has banned a passenger over what he encouraged others to do through social media.

Traveling soon? Here’s where you can quickly get a COVID-19 PCR test for travel

At the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, several countries that once welcomed U.S. citizens closed their borders. In other words: They rolled up the welcome mat and packed it away. It wasn’t just other countries, though. Many U.S. states all but closed to visitors by mandating 14-day quarantines upon entry.

Two COVID-19 positive airline passengers urge state , CDC to ‘inform everyone’ who flew with them

The concerns of two travelers who tested positive for COVID-19 after being on the same recent airline flight to Seattle have revealed a serious flaw in contact-tracing communications between state and federal health agencies, which could leave passengers uninformed about a potential outbreak.

First Look At Walt Disney World's Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser Hotel Rooms

While the theme park industry has been going through a very difficult time in the age of covid, the business never truly stops moving and both the parks and the fans that love them are always looking toward the next big thing. For Walt Disney World one of the really exciting plans on tap is the Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser.

The best ski hotels in the US

Winter is right around the corner and snow is already falling on mountains across the country. Although ski season hasn't been canceled this year, things are going to look different than they have in the past as resorts work to create a safe environment for all their guests amidst the ongoing pandemic.

Passengers disembark from Caribbean cruise that had COVID-19 cases

Passengers on the SeaDream I cruise ship with at least seven COVID-19 cases disembarked in Barbados over the weekend and flew home.

First Cruise Line Announces Black Friday Cruise Deal

The first cruise line has announced what they will be offering for Black Friday 2020. Last year, cruise lines offered all types of deals on cruises that included a ton of free perks. You can see those deals here.

Windstar Offers New Promotion to Islands of Tahiti

When Windstar Cruises begins sailing again, the first destination it plans to resume operations is Tahiti, where its offering a new promotion.

COVID-19 travel restrictions by state: What you need to know before you travel

Eight months into the COVID-19 pandemic and amid a worrisome surge in infections ahead of the holidays, some states are imposing restrictions on travel. USA TODAY has an update on the states that are discouraging interstate travel by requiring or recommending that visitors and residents returning from other states quarantine.

Travelers have been buying fake COVID-19 test results to travel, but they probably won't work much longer

Tourists trying to bypass travel requirements are buying fake coronavirus test results on the black market. But the travel industry is cracking down.

Myrtle Beach is a top travel destination this Thanksgiving, Tripadvisor says

Travel website Trip Advisor shows travel is down this year but 56% of Americans plan to travel this Thanksgiving. Myrtle Beach ranks in the top 10 for Thanksgiving travel destinations. Many who are planning Thanksgiving with their loved ones said they are evaluating the risk.

The Luxor Massacre

One of the darkest events in international tourism occurred on this date in 1997 in Luxor, Egypt. One of Egypt’s top tourist attractions, the Temple of Hatshepsut, was filled with tourists from around the world at around 08:45 am. Six Islamic militants disguised as members of the security forces and armed with automatic firearms and knives opened fire within the temple. Sixty-three tourists were killed in the temple as well as a tour guide and three security guards. The assailants took over a bus but were stopped by security forces. In the ensuing gun battle, one militant was wounded and captured, but the rest fled into the hills. They were later found dead, victims of suicide. As a result of the outrage surrounding the massacre, Egyptian tourism was severely affected for many years to come.

Australian airline Qantas celebrates its 100th anniversary

Australian airline Qantas is celebrating its 100th anniversary on November 16, a rare piece of upbeat news for an aviation industry hobbled by the coronavirus pandemic.

Hawaiian Airlines passengers can get coronavirus test kits using air miles

Hawaiian Airlines just made it even easier for passengers to get tested for the coronavirus. The airline announced on Thursday that it will allow loyalty members to redeem their miles for a pre-travel test kit.

Airlines are making money selling everything but tickets

With hopes that their season in hell could be approaching an end, airline stocks are on a tear. Shares in Singapore Airlines Ltd. jumped the most in 21 years Tuesday while those in Cathay Pacific Airways Ltd. were up the most since 2008 after Singapore and Hong Kong announced the opening of a travel bubble starting Nov. 22.

Three New COVID-19 Cases Linked to Worker in SA Quarantine Hotel

South Australia has three new cases of locally-acquired COVID-19 after a worker from a quarantine hotel infected family members. An 80-year-old woman was diagnosed on Nov 15 after she went to Adelaide’s Lyell McEwin Hospital for a test, Chief Public Health Officer Nicola Spurrier told reporters.

COVID-19 Has Made Private Jets More Accessible — and These Hotels Are Using Them to Ease Travel Worries in Style

Once reserved for the uber-wealthy or exclusively seen as #travelgoals, flying private may become a bit more common due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The process of flying private inherently checks all the boxes for a traveler who may be nervous to fly right now.

10 Hottest New Cruise Ships Entering Service in 2021

2020 didn’t go as planned in the cruise industry. Due to the cruise shutdown that took place on March 13, 2020, many of the new cruise ships that were scheduled to debut will now sail for the first time in 2021. In addition, two new cruise lines will also set sail for the first time this coming year.

Key West residents voted to ban large cruise ships from docking — whenever cruises resume

When travel and cruising pick back up again, the residents of Key West want a smaller part in it. The Points Guy reported that on Election Day, residents passed three referendums that will significantly restrict the types of cruises that can dock on the island.

Royal Caribbean Sees 100,000 Sign Ups for Free Volunteer Cruises

Royal Caribbean International has over 100,000 form submissions for volunteers to take trial cruises as part of the CDC's new Conditional Framework to...

Thailand In Talks To Reduce Quarantine Length For Travelers

Prospective travellers to Thailand could see a shorter duration in quarantine time upon arrival if approved.

Business travel down 90% as companies turn to digital meetups, remote work

Southwest says business travel is down 90 percent this year and Delta is preparing for a future that sees a 10 to 20 percent permanent drop in its business bookings.

The Extra Holiday Travel Costs You’ll Need To Budget For This Year

Traveling during the holidays is notoriously expensive and this year, if you’re planning to hit the road or skies, you’ll likely have to spend even more than usual to travel safely amid the pandemic. From PPE to mandatory testing, here are some of the extra costs you may have to factor into your budget.

Dive Travel names Egypt #2 scuba diving destination for 2nd year in row

Egypt has once again been named the second-best scuba diving destination, according to Dive Travel magazine’s 2020 poll.

Operation Paperclip

World War II was over, but the Cold War was beginning to simmer. The United States seized on the opportunity to grab the technology lead in rocket design and development. On November 16, 1945, the first group of German scientists from Nazi Germany arrived in the United States to begin their new roles as United States scientists, among them Wernher von Braun. U.S. law officially prohibited Nazis from immigrating to America, but the war records of these scientists were expunged. The program was justified on the grounds that if the United States failed to secure a position for the scientists, the Soviet Union would do so. The government employed most of the former German scientists at White Sands Proving Ground, New Mexico.

Collette Launches Its Biggest Sale of the Year: Save up to 20% Worldwide on Tours

Collette, global tour operator, is thrilled to announce the launch of their biggest sale of the year, up to 20% off tours worldwide, as part of an extended Black Friday promotion. Agents can make bookings for their clients between 11/16/2020 – 12/1/2020 for travel 1/1/21-8/31/22, on a wide range of destinations including the Oberammergau Passion Play in 2022. Agents can book guests confidently knowing there are enhanced wellness protocols on tour and additional flexibility, including no-fee changes up to 60 days before departure and Collette’s Travel Protection Plan – which allows for cancellation for any reason up to 24 hours before their departure.

Southwest Airlines says holiday bookings are slowing again after latest wave of COVID-19

Southwest says it now sees a slowdown in bookings, adding to fears that the new wave of COVID-19 infections will hurt holiday travel demand.

Delta bans 550 passengers for refusing to wear masks

Delta airlines has added nearly 550 passengers on its no-fly list for refusing to wear masks on flights during the coronavirus pandemic, its CEO said in a company memo.

American Airlines to offer app detailing pandemic-related travel requirements

American Airlines Group Inc said on Thursday it would offer its customers a mobile app from Nov. 18 to show COVID-19 testing and documentation requirements for their destination.

Aman's New Hotel In Italy's Dolomites Mountains

Aman has signed a partnership agreement with Rosa Alpina Hotel & Spa, in San Cassiano, Italy. The property is located in Italy’s UNESCO-listed Dolomites mountains.

Five test positive for Covid on first cruise ship to resume sailing in the Caribbean

Five passengers aboard the first cruise ship to resume sailing in the Caribbean have tested positive for the coronavirus, according to reports and an interview with a passenger.

'High hurdles' to resume cruises but demand very strong: Disney CEO

The process to get certified by CDC will result in a 'delay beyond what we had hoped in terms of getting our ships back into service,' Chapek said during Walt Disney's fourth-quarter earnings call today. Disney, like other US-based cruise lines, has canceled sailings through year's end.

Malaysia May be Next to Resume Domestic Cruising

Port officials in Malaysia are considering restarting limited cruise operations. According to reports in the local media they have prepared a plan for cruising and presented it to the government for approval.

7 Things To Do In Beautiful Charleston, SC In The Fall

If you’ve never visited Charleston, South Carolina, you are missing out. Charleston feels like a historical time capsule with a modern vibe. The port city, founded in 1670, has original cobblestone streets, horse-drawn carriage rides, and charming neighborhoods lined with antebellum mansions. It is a fantastic foodie destination that has an incredible bar scene (especially on the rooftops).

How rapid COVID-19 testing can help travelers

Eight months into the COVID-19 pandemic, infections are skyrocketing. With air passenger traffic at 34% of what it was pre-pandemic, and travelers hungry to get back on the road and into the skies, the scramble to find a solution is on.

These countries and territories are still keeping tourists at bay during the Covid-19 pandemic

The United Nations recognizes 193 countries in the world. And it seems like every one (along with numerous territories and observer states) has its own approach to travel and tourism during the Covid-19 pandemic.

7 Exceptional Ways To Enjoy Your Tour In Bahamas

The Bahamas is a superb travel destination. The place has an array of tropical islands with hot spots, making it among the world's best travel destinations. It is one of the places you should visit in your lifetime.

Spain will require a negative COVID test for residents of high-risk countries starting Nov. 23

Starting Nov. 23, travelers to Spain will be required to submit a negative test result from within 72 hours prior to their planned departure.

The Holland Tunnel

New York City's Holland Tunnel opened on this day in 1927. The tunnel is a marvel of early 20th century engineering, running under the Hudson River, and connecting Manhattan with Jersey City, New Jersey. The tunnel is named for its designer, Clifford Holland. Situated in bedrock under the river, construction began in 1920 and took seven years to complete.

The first cruise ship to resume sailing in the Caribbean is having a COVID scare

The first cruise vessel to resume sailing in the Caribbean is in the midst of a COVID scare. A passenger on SeaDream Yacht Club’s SeaDream 1 has tested positive for COVID-19 on a preliminary basis, the captain of the vessel, Torbjorn Lund, announced in a shipwide intercom address shortly after noon on Wednesday.

58 airlines from around the world urge governments to opt for testing over quarantines

Oneworld, Star Alliance and SkyTeam, which represent 58 airlines, want countries to adopt digital health passports instead of mandatory quarantines.

Uganda Airlines Reveals Stunning A330-800neo Cabin

Delivery of the first A330-800 to Uganda Airlines is edging closer. Today, the airline has revealed photographs of the stunning interior onboard the plane, which will feature three classes of cabins, including a fully lie-flat business class. Let’s take a tour.

American Airlines to restart flights to China

American Airlines said it is restarting passenger flights to China on Wednesday, lifting the total number of U.S. weekly flights to 10 as the U.S. government continues to push for more air service between the world's two largest economies.

Silversea pushes back restart into mid-2021

Silversea Cruises announced on Wednesday it will not restart cruises until mid-2021. The luxury cruise brand released new start dates for each of its cruise ships, with restart dates ranging between April, May and June 2021.

Aurora’s New Expedition Ship Sylvia Earle, Unveiled

Aurora Expeditions has unveiled the design of its second expedition ship, the Sylvia Earle, which is due for delivery in October 2021. The ship – named after the marine biologist Dr. Sylvia Earle who is involved in the development process – features the X-BOW by Ulstein Design & Solutions and is on long-term charter from SunStone ships.

Luxury Hotels Deploy Plasma Air Technology

Marriott's Autograph Collection Hotels and The Ritz-Carlton are installing bipolar ionization technology from Plasma Air in their properties' HVAC systems to help neutralize viruses, such as COVID-19.

Hotel staff share some of the most ridiculous requests they've had from guests

A spare bed for a child's imaginary friend, a room in which to store 200 butterflies, and a 'half pillow' because the average pillow is too big; these are just some of the bizarre requests Travelodge staff have received over the last 12 months.

We should prioritize sustainability in rebuilding tourism

COVID-19 has upended travel and tourism. Here are some key trends and insights on how to make the tourism industry more conscientious and sustainable.

Italy Is Travel + Leisure's Destination of the Year — Here’s Why

All you have to do, really, is close your eyes, and you’re there. Your specific there might be the Val d’Orcia, where cypresses march in rows across low, undulating hills. Or it might be the vertiginous cliffs of the Amalfi Coast, where pastel-hued villages cascade down to pebble beaches and secret coves.

11 Trending Destinations for 2021, According to Internet Searches

As 2020 winds to a close, there are hopeful signs for travel amid the pandemic: Tests for COVID-19 are more widely available, destinations are finding ways to safely reopen without needing travelers to quarantine for two weeks, and a vaccine might finally be on the horizon.

The Mayor Is Guillotined

Jean Sylvain Bailly was an astronomer, and only reluctantly a politician. During the French Revolution, he became the first Mayor of Paris. One of his first acts was to restore full citizenship and rights to the Jewish population of Paris, a move that not all agreed to be a priority, and which earned him the scorn of some members of the government. When a riot broke out in the Champ de Mars, Bailly used the National Guard to disperse the crowd, a move that created such animosity that he fled the city. He was later captured, and like many during the "Reign of Terror", guillotined with a summary trial. The first Mayor of Paris met an ignoble end.

American Airlines launches new WiFi subscription plans – PaxEx.Aero

Over the summer American Airlines promised new WiFi subscription plans were coming. Now they're here, with the company selling them directly rather than depending on a third party.

American Airlines Reviewing Wheelchair Policy After Blogger Refused on Flight

A new weight limit on wheelchairs boarding certain American Airlines flights inherently prevents many disabled travelers from flying.

World’s first airlines to receive COVID-19 safety rating announced

Amid the world trying to make travel coronavirus-free, it seems like airlines and airports have to work extra hard — even harder if they want to get a good safety rating. A review and ranking agency Skytrax has recently started certifying airlines with COVID-19 safety and hygiene stars.

Despite inauguration unknowns amid COVID-19, hotels are selling out in Washington, DC

President-elect Joe Biden's Inauguration Day is set for Jan. 20, 2021, and while many things are still up in the air in terms of how inaugural festivities will come together in the age of COVID-19, it appears one thing is for certain: people have already booked up hotel stays.

Disneyland Hotels No Longer Taking Reservations As California’s Coronavirus Shutdown Deepens

One day after Disneyland announced a new round of furloughs, all three Disneyland hotels stopped taking reservations through December 31.

Study says 56% of Americans still plan to travel on Thanksgiving

Whether or not travel is on the menu for your family this Thanksgiving, a surprising number of Americans still plan to hit the road for Turkey Day this year, a new study claims.

Antigua and Barbuda wins The Magellan 'Travel Destinations' Gold Award

The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority’s creativity during the Covid-19 pandemic and response to consumers growing demand for space has been recognised and awarded by the Travel Weekly Magellan Awards.

Two Travelers on Tracing Their Roots Through Africa, Episode 19 of Travel + Leisure’s New Podcast

Every week on Let’s Go Together, the first podcast from Travel + Leisure, we bring you incredible stories of people breaking boundaries and redefining what it means to be a traveler. Last week we introduced you to a lesbian couple traveling the world together and documenting their journeys to help other LGBTQIA+ travelers explore.

Cruise bookings rise on coronavirus vaccine news, Norwegian Cruise Line CEO says

Pfizer’s encouraging vaccine news Monday gave some consumers enough comfort to book cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line CEO Frank Del Rio said Tuesday.

Why Carnival Just Axed Sailings Over Seven Nights Long

Carnival Cruise Line has removed all sailings from its website that are over seven nights from US-based ports through October 2021.

Assembly Begins on China's First Domestically Built Large Cruise Ship

Assembly work is being on China’s first domestically built large, ocean-going cruise ship. The ship, which is part of a joint venture between China State Shipbuilding Corporation (CSSC) and Carnival Corporation, is viewed as the first step for the Chinese to enter the cruise ship construction business that is currently concentrated in Italy, Germany, France, and Finland.

Kurt Vonnegut, Jr

Kurt Vonnegut, Jr. was born on this day in 1922. Vonnegut is arguably one of the finest novelists of the 20th century, one whose works will be remembered and read for generations to come. Vonnegut's sense of irony and black humor found its way into the literary psyche via novels such as Slaughterhouse-Five (1969), Cat's Cradle (1963), and Breakfast of Champions (1973). Mr. Vonnegut died on April 11, 2007.

Parents face holiday flight nightmare if kids can't keep masks on. But airlines take a hard line

Toddlers and other young children may to rambunctious and struggle to keep masks on. Some parents and their children have been removed from flights.

United Airlines boosts Thanksgiving schedule, expects most travelers since March

United Airlines said Monday it plans to boost its schedule during Thanksgiving week, expecting the busiest week since large swaths of the economy shut down at the start of the coronavirus pandemic in March.

Travel Tuesday: How to stay in hotels during the pandemic

The pandemic lockdowns began about eight months ago and if you haven’t taken a getaway, you may be eager at this point. But how do you make sure you choose a safe place to stay? In part four of our series about traveling during the pandemic, Travel Tuesday Correspondent Wendy Gillette shows us some coronavirus precautions hotels and Airbnb are taking.

Royal Caribbean Will Look for Volunteers for Series of ‘Trial Sailings’

Royal Caribbean will look for volunteers to test out its safety protocols on simulated sailings before it resumes passenger cruises, a company spokesman confirmed to Travel + Leisure.

Celebrity Announces Always Included Pricing, Free Drinks

Celebrity Cruises has announced its new 'Always Included' program, as every sailing will now include&nbsp;Wi-Fi, drinks and tips, the company said.

Dream Cruises Restarts Cruising in Singapore

Dream Cruises has re-started cruising from Singapore on World Dream offering cruises to nowhere for Singaporeans only.

What will a Biden presidency mean for travel? Here's what changes to expect

Travelers should expect to see changes, from who's allowed to travel to the U.S. to infrastructure improvements to help for laid-off travel workers.

Travel companies cheer Pfizer Covid vaccine news as 'welcomed step' toward return in demand

Throughout the coronavirus pandemic, travel executives have been pinning their hopes on a Covid-19 vaccine saving their industry, which has suffered from the fallout of the health crisis.

Thanksgiving 2020: 56% of Americans still plan to travel, small study claims

Whether or not travel is on the menu for your family this Thanksgiving, a surprising number of Americans still plan to hit the road for Turkey Day this year, a new study claims.

11 Perfect Weekend Getaways in the U.S. and Around the World, According to Travel Advisors

Sometimes you just need a break — even a short one. The A-List, Travel + Leisure’s group of the world’s top travel advisors, have plenty of suggestions for unexpected destinations to explore for a weekend.

Founding of the US Marines

Even prior to the founding of the United States, a naval unit known as the Continental Marines was founded and fought in the American Revolutionary War. A resolution of the Second Continental Congress on November 10, 1775, sought to raise two battalions of naval infantry. While administratively a part of the US Navy, the Marine Corps is a separate branch of the military specializing in amphibious warfare. One of its most celebrated actions was in the First Barbary War against pirates when a small group of Marines led a group of mercenaries to capture Tripoli, now immortalized in the Marine Battle Hymn.

Industry Leaders Collaborate with The Travel Institute to Deliver Best-in-Class Agent Education and Savings

FRAMINGHAM, MA, NOVEMBER 9, 2020 – From supply chain dynamics to destination specifics, government regulations to business requirements, and consumer preferences to new health protocols, getting and staying current is no small feat for travel professionals. The Travel Agent Next Door, TTAND, in Toronto, and Ohio-based KHM Travel Group are two of many travel organizations collaborating with The Travel Institute to deliver best-in-class education for their agents.

Canada says airline aid contingent on refunding customers

Canada's government will soon announce aid for the country’s airline industry but the help will be contingent on carriers providing refunds to passengers whose flights were cancelled, Transport Minister Marc Garneau said Sunday.

United is bringing back food, beer and wine. Here's what is (and isn't) on the pandemic menu at US airlines

The airline will start selling beer, wine and food on select flights from Denver as it brings back in-flight service reduced during the pandemic.

Austrian Airlines Moving Forward With Mandatory COVID Tests

Austrian Airlines has announced that it will be moving into the second phase of its mandatory coronavirus testing pilot program. The scheme will see it become mandatory for passengers on certain Austrian flights to produce a negative COVID-19 test.

5 reasons why cruising is the best way to plan an international vacation with kids

Here are 5 reasons why booking a cruise may be the easiest way to travel with your kids internationally.

Why Silversea Cruises is a unique cruise brand

Silversea Cruises’ Roberto Martinoli tells Sandra Speares why he is confident about the cruise brand’s ability to resume safe operations in the wake of the pandemic

With Quarantine Rules Lifted in Many Caribbean Islands, Is U.S. Tourism Set to Return?

As professionals teed off at Port Royal Golf Club, the air rippled with a strange sound not heard at such events since the spring—a polite golf clap from a smattering of fans. The 2020 Bermuda Classic, which concluded last week, was the first PGA event since the onset of Covid-19 to allow a gallery because the virus is almost entirely contained amid the country’s 65,000 people.

Which Christmas markets are still going ahead?

There's nothing quite like a festive market to bring out the Christmas spirit in people. While these events can be traced back to Vienna -- the city's first recorded December market was in 1298 -- the tradition has spread across the world over the centuries.

U.S. Tourists Head to Countries With Eased Travel Restrictions

Travelers from the U.S. are flocking to destinations that have eased restrictions on who can enter as Covid-19 cases surge throughout the country.

New American Airlines policy may effectively ban motorized wheelchairs on regional jets

American Airlines is reviewing a policy change this summer that may have banned travelers from bringing many motorized wheelchairs on its regional jets and...

Travel to Morocco: 8 Best Places to Visit in Casablanca

The biggest city in Morocco and the country’s economic capital, Casablanca has many places to visit during your travel to Morocco.

Hotels.com, Expedia provider exposed data for millions of guests

The hotel industry now has a potentially serious security headache on its hands alongside the pandemic. Website Planet reports that Prestige Software, the channel manager that links hotel reservations to sites like Hotels.com, Booking.com and Expedia, left data exposed for “millions” of guests on an Amazon Web Services S3 bucket.

Battered by COVID-19, hotels pitch themselves as remote workspaces

The hotel industry is eager to get guests back in its empty rooms. Hotels and resorts are pitching themselves as remote workspaces.

The Berlin Wall

Revolution was in the air, but this time, the sentiment was for the West. On November 9, 1989, after weeks of civil unrest, the East German government announced that its citizens could visit the West without fear of reprisal. Mass crowds of East Germans began climbing onto the wall. Many crossed over - others began to destroy the edifice. During the years from the erection of the wall in 1961 to its fall, approximately 5,000 people attempted escape with the death toll from border guards estimated at 178.

Spirit Airlines Announces More Flights Than Originally Planned

Spirit Airlines’ bright yellow planes are about to touch down at John Wayne Airport (SNA), and more flights are already on the way. On Nov. 5, the airline announced plans for more service to the airport in 2021 with a second daily flight to Las Vegas (LAS) and new nonstop service to Phoenix (PHX).

American Airlines Expands Preflight Testing Program to More Destinations

American Airlines is expanding its current preflight testing program to additional destinations, further opening the world for customers who want to travel. The airline will now offer preflight testing options to more destinations than any other U.S. carrier.

Hotel industry sees slow visitor return, hopes for more bookings during holidays

For many hotels that are now reopening, reaching anywhere near half-occupancy during the holidays would be a major accomplishment, but unfortunately, hotels are seeing very few bookings in advance.

Need to Escape? This Hotel in St. Bart's Will Send a Private Plane to Pick You Up

There’s getting away from it all and then there’s truly escaping in style. Le Barthelemy Hotel & Spa’s new getaway is firmly in the latter. The chic hotel in St. Bart's is pulling out all the stops when it comes to ensuring its guests can get away for a luxury vacation while social distancing from everyone else.

Jamaica Tourist Board launches virtual culinary tours

The Jamaica Tourist Board has announced its latest webinar series, ‘Cook Something Bold Today’. The events will explore the cuisine of the island and highlight its enticing gastronomic experiences.

2021 travel survival guide: Pack a Plan B to deal with lockdowns at your destination

Considering a vacation in 2020? Make a point to keep up to date on travel restrictions at your destination and have a Plan B in case yours locks down.

Florida To International Visitors: We're Open, So Visit When You're Able!

The coronavirus pandemic has brought Florida’s tourism industry almost to a halt. But the agency in charge of marketing the state is making a pitch to visitors near and far.

Civil War Trails Blazes a New Path for History Travel in St. Mary’s County

Civil War Trails, Inc. has teamed up with the St. Mary’s County Museum Division, Visit St. Mary’s MD, Historic Sotterley, and the Maryland Department of Conservation and Recreation to revamp and reinstall eight Civil War Trails interpretive markers at historical sites throughout St. Mary’s County.

Madeira has been named Europe's best island

Portugal's enchanting island of Madeira has been crowned Europe's Leading Island Destination 2020 at the World Travel Awards, which probably won't come as a surprise as it has won the award for seven out of the past eight years.

Four New Mexican Hotels to Beat the Cold-Weather Blues

A quartet of design-forward luxury properties in a country you can actually visit right now

Coronavirus: Is virtual reality tourism about to take off?

Plans for these and other international trips in 2020 were brought to an abrupt halt by the Covid-19 pandemic. Around the world, once-crowded sights lay dormant, with hotels empty and not a tourist in sight.

Meet The Press

The highest rated Sunday morning news talk show debuted on this day in 1947. Meet The Press is actually the longest-running television show. In its earliest incarnation, Meet The Press was a 30-minute press conference with a single guest and a panel. Its first hostess was its creator, Martha Roundtree - to date the only female host of the show.

Costa Rica Eases Entry Requirements for Foreign Visitors

Costa Rica Dream Adventures (CRDA), U.S. Tour Operator since 1999, will assist travelers in making sure they are meeting all the requirements needed to enter the country. From assistance of purchasing the right travel insurance to completing the Health Pass, CRDA will be with the travelers every step of the way to ensure a safety and stress-free vacation. Costa Rica Dream Adventures has also established new protocols for a safety Costa Rica vacation during the pandemic. “This is the good news we have been waiting for. Our company has established new vacation protocols that will make travelers feel safe and secure that we will be there for them. Our services start from the moment our customers call until they take their flight back home. We’re ready to meet again”, said Arthur Salus, CEO of Costa Rica Dream Adventures.

American Airlines Cuts Holiday Flight Schedule in Half for 2020

American Airlines has cut its December flight schedule by almost 50%, meaning it will fly 100,000 fewer flights over the holidays.

Entire Southwest Airlines flight forced to deplane in Nashville after passenger refuses to wear mask

The unnamed passenger was escorted off the plane, but not arrested.

Key West voters deliver a blow to cruise lines with big-ship ban

Unless overturned by the courts, a trio of referendums passed on Tuesday will bring an end to big-ship cruising to Key West.

Coral Expeditions planning to sail in Tasmania in December

Cairns-based Coral Expeditions aims to be Tasmania bound late next month following the lifting of the states border to New South Wales residents from November 6.

PHOTOS: World's Largest Traditional Sail Ship Ready for Luxury Sailing

Take a look at the incredibly luxurious Golden Horizon, the largest traditional sail ship in the world, built in Split, Croatia

'Haunted' 18th-century prison now a luxury hotel

The Bodmin Jail is an imposing former prison in Cornwall, UK, where 55 inmates were executed and rumors of hauntings persist today. And soon you’ll be able to spend the night there.

Solo female travel: What to know when it’s safe to go

After months and months of mostly staying put, you’re probably dreaming of places to go as soon as possible in the new year. The travel bug is buzzing so strong that you’re ready to hit the road, even without your sistah girls who might have lingering apprehension about flying or otherwise leaving the safety zone of the familiar. So for the first time you will go solo.

This is Asia’s top beach and dive destination

The Philippines has achieved three nods in the 27th World Travel Awards, including winning Asia's leading beach destination, dive destination and tourist board for 2020. In the beach destination category, it triumphed over five other nominees – India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Sri Lanka and Thailand.

The Gunpowder Conspiracy

The tug-of-war for the English throne between Catholics and Protestants was growing increasingly tense. A small group of English Catholics devised a plot against King James I of England and the English Parliament. Underneath the Houses of Parliament, the group planted 36 barrels of gunpowder, intending to blow up the House of Lords during the State Opening on November 5, 1605. Conspirator Guy Fawkes tended the explosives. However, a letter of warning to fellow Catholics to avoid Parliament that day exposed the plot and Fawkes was caught. The plot unraveled and the conspirators were tried and executed.

The Best Interactive Maps for the Latest COVID Travel Restrictions

We rounded up the best tools to help you figure out the mind-boggling, coronavirus-related travel requirements.

The future of travel: Where do we go from here?

Global travel is slowly reemerging after the pandemic. As airports and airlines work overtime to adapt and win back passengers, significant transportation shifts are taking place that may well become permanent.

American Airlines cuts 100,000 December flights over low demand during pandemic

American Airlines has cut its December flight schedule in half because of low demand during the coronavirus pandemic.

Airlines are offering 2-for-1 deals to drum up demand

Aggressive sales offerings seek to push passengers past pandemic-induced fears in time for crucial holiday season.

Exclusive: No cruising in US waters until 2021 as industry voluntarily extends suspension

The cruise industry has suspended cruises in U.S. waters until 2021. The announcement comes after the CDC's no-sail order expired over the weekend.

Outlining the Return To Cruising; Plans From Key Operators

The Marine Hotel Association (MHA) hosted its third Fasttrack Getting Back Into Service webinar, with executives from various cruise operators discussing the...

What's The Difference Between Travel Protection And Travel Insurance?

Travel insurance and travel protection both sound like good ideas in a world of pandemic uncertainty. But is there a difference between the two? And if so, does it matter to you when you’re planning your next vacation?

Travel Industry Aces Talk About Bucket List Destinations

Staying curious, with a persistent urge to learn about other cultures, destinations, and landscapes is what will connect us as humans during these uncertain times when we have to stick closer to home to be safe. Currently, we can’t cross many international borders, but we can continue to dream about far-flung locales, discover the extraordinary bits

The Mom's Guide to Mexico City

High-altitude and high-energy, Mexico City has long been known for its cultural attractions, numerous museums (more than 100 in the city alone!) and thriving art scene. Its reputation as a family-friendly destination however, is more recent, thanks to expanded offerings aimed at introducing younger jet-setters to the country’s capital.

American travellers flock to Caribbean; TCI edges out Bahamas

The border closures and travel restrictions implemented during the COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in a tourism boost for the region, with American travellers flocking to the Caribbean. Turks and Caicos, in particular, has skyrocketed in popularity and defeated tourism powerhouse The Bahamas.

Safe Hotels To Stay in for Under $200

The coronavirus pandemic brought the hotel industry to its knees in early 2020, and operations still remain far from normal. However, many hotels have reopened, with various protective measures in...

5 EU Countries With New Travel Restrictions This Week

Each passing day brings another lockdown notice, new curfew order or extended restrictions throughout Europe. Over the past 72 hours, more nations have closed hotels for leisure stays, stopped the sale of non-essential items, closed ski hills, changed testing requirements, or have started limiting free movement.

After Nearly a Decade of Delays, Berlin’s New Airport Finally Opens

After nearly a decade of delays, the Berlin Brandenburg Airport opened on Oct. 31.

The Tomb of Tutankhamun

Tutankhamun was an Egyptian Pharaoh ruling from approximately 1341 BC to 1323 BC. The boy-king was only eight years old when he became Pharaoh. Howard Carter, a British Egyptologist, had found clues to the existence of the Pharaoh, but the location of his tomb was unknown because of the scarcity of records of any type on Tutankhamun. Carter searched in vain for many months for the tomb, known to be located somewhere in the Valley of the Kings. Carter's financing was all but gone, and was given only one more season to find the boy-king's burial place.

A New Rule Means Some People With Wheelchairs Can't Fly On American Airlines

A new policy from American Airlines, the largest airline in the United States, put a limit on the weight of a wheelchair. Now, many power wheelchairs are too heavy to fly on smaller regional jets.

United Airlines launching COVID rapid testing program at Newark Airport for London flights

United launched a similar program for flights from San Francisco to Hawaii, which incentivized people to fly because of the increased sense of safety.

The Most Exciting New Hotel in Jamaica Is Open Caribbean Journal

The most exciting new hotel to launch in Jamaica in years is here, Caribbean Journal has learned. Eclipse at Half Moon, the major new luxury resort.

World’s first energy-positive hotel and spa to be completed with interiors by Space Copenhagen

Svart, the world’s first energy-positive hotel, has appointed award-winning Danish designers Space Copenhagen to lead the property’s interior design.

6 major cruise lines cancel December sailings in wake of CDC order

You’ll now have to wait until at least January to take a cruise with Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises or Silversea. Ditto for Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises.

Japan's cruise ships cautiously return to sea amid a pandemic

The U.S.'s "no-sail" order expired over the weekend, opening the door to a gradual return of cruise ship tourism. Japan offers a glimpse of what may be in store, as its cruise ships head back to sea for the first time in eight months.

Cruise Line Viking Installs First COVID-19 PCR Lab at Sea

A cruise ship has been fitted with the world's first at-sea PCR laboratory to test passengers and crews for COVID-19 as cruise lines look for ways to safely resume voyages amid the prevailing coronavirus pandemic.

Mauna Lani South among courses reopening in Hawaii as COVID travel restrictions ease

New COVID-testing travel protocols are allowing more tourists to return to Hawaii, and the state is seeing a reawakening of golf courses.

Why a Dark Sky Area Should Be Your Next Road Trip Destination

There are only 28 certified dark sky areas in the world. Here's why you should make a local one your next road trip destination.

Machu Picchu re-opened with this show

Authorities in Peru have put on a show to mark the re-opening of the major archaeological site that was closed to the public for almost eight months.

Here Are 5 Budget-Friendly Indian Cities To Host Your Dreamy Wedding

The pandemic has given couples the chance to tie the knot against the backdrop of an exquisite location, either outside the city without worrying about going over the budget. A destination wedding that doesn't burn a hole in your pocket is no longer just a fantasy.

How coronavirus will change skiing this season

Thanks to the Covid-19 pandemic, a successful 2020-21 ski season demands a flexible schedule, Type A-planning sensibilities and the financial means to do it all.

Irish museum beats Eiffel Tower and Acropolis to title of 'Europe's Leading Tourist Attraction'

EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum has been named Europe's Leading Tourist Attraction for the second year in a row at the travel industry's 'Oscars'.

The Launch of Sputnik 2

On November 3, 1957, Sputnik 2 became the second spacecraft launched into Earth orbit. Aboard was a first - a female terrier named Laika. The small capsule was 13 feet high and was launched into a 212 mile high orbit. Although the capsule contained a refrigeration and temperature control system for the cabin, Laika most likely died after the first few hours in orbit as a malfunction tore thermal insulation from the cabin and temperatures rose beyond the point where the dog could have survived.

Airlines Suffer Blow as England Bans Overseas Leisure Travel

Overseas travel from England that’s not related to work will be prohibited to help curb a resurgence of the coronavirus, throwing airlines into a fresh crisis.

'Pandemic fatigue': Pent-up demand is driving holiday flight bookings despite COVID-19 spikes

The increase in COVID-19 cases hasn't led to a decline in holiday travel bookings. Plus, passenger comfort levels increase once they resume flying.

Guidelines for COVID-19 tests for airline passengers could set global bar for reliability, sources say

A global aviation manual now under review by a UN body suggests global guidelines calling for the use of highly reliable tests when screening passengers to detect the novel coronavirus ahead of flights, three sources familiar with the matter said.

America's luxury hotels on the brink

Traditionally at this time of year, staff at America’s luxury hotels are beginning their work as modern-day elves, preparing lobby decorations, cocktail menus, toy giveaways and light displays as they

30% of Hotel Close Due to Covid-19

Some 30% of Iranian hotels have closed down since the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic and the ones remaining open are offering special discounts of up to 70% on their services, according to the head of Iran’s Hotel Owners Society.

5 Things To Do In Normandy On Your Next Trip To France

If you’re looking for another region to visit during your next trip to France, head to Normandy, where foodies fawn over apple-centric eats and history buffs can view artifacts dating back centuries and learn about important WWII battles like D-Day by visiting the places they happened in person.

Why You Should Plan a Golf Trip to Hilton Head Island

Play on Harbour Town Golf Links, the same course as past champions like Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus, Tom Watson, and the late Payne Stewart — or choose from more than 30 other local courses.

Here are the best (and worst) days to travel for Thanksgiving

Although flight booking experts predict Thanksgiving travel will be half the size it was before the COVID-19 pandemic, there are still a few days that are expected to be busier than others.

5 Beautiful Places You Can Visit With No Restrictions Right Now

The COVID-19 pandemic is picking up steam across much of Europe and the Americas as we head into winter. But that doesn’t mean every travel destination is shutting down. On the contrary – a handful of places, all with nice weather, remain open to visitors.

Canada Is Extending The International Travel Ban Until The End Of November

The international travel restrictions Canada has in place are now extended to the end of November. Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Bill Blair announced that the federal government has renewed its international ban on non-essential travel for another month.

Bahamas Announces Updated Travel And Entry Protocols

The Bahamas today announced streamlined entry protocols, according to a press release, as the country hopes to win back tourism and cruise calls. Of note,...

UK Bans All Leisure Travel With Latest Lockdown

England is going into a four week lockdown, and is banning all leisure travel, both domestic and international. Here are the details.

CDC Says Cruises Can Set Sail Again But Passengers Will Not Be Allowed On Board

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has given cruises the go-ahead to set sail in the U.S. after months of uncertainty — but it could still be months before passengers are allowed on board.

Canada extends cruise ship ban through February 2021

Canadian Minister of Transport Marc Garneau announced Thursday that cruise ships are not allowed to sail in Canadian waters until March 1, 2021.

Cruising just restarted in Europe. New COVID-19 lockdowns could shut it back down again.

Cruise lines, which resumed sailing in Europe in August, had to cancel or change sailings after France and Germany went back into lockdown mode.

Flight of the Spruce Goose

In 1942, the U.S. Department of War needed a new type of aircraft to transport men and materials long distances. The Hughes Aircraft company won the bid and aircraft designer Howard Hughes and Henry J. Kaiser began work on a prototype aircraft that was to become the Hughes H-4 Hercules, better known as the "Spruce Goose". The design team built the aircraft from wood because of the wartime restriction on metals. However, time and design overruns prevented the airplane from being finished in time for the end of the war. It was flown only one time, on November 2, 1947. The Spruce Goose remains to date the largest aircraft ever built and is housed at the Evergreen Aviation Museum in McMinnville, Oregon, USA.

Drive America with Best Western Hotels & Resorts and American Tours International (ATI)

Sometimes your next big adventure is only a short drive away. Hit the open road to explore America's natural wonders and wide-open spaces, along with the local shops and restaurants that form the fabric of the community. Best Western® Hotels & Resorts and American Tours International (ATI) are partnering to promote the American road trip holiday to travel professionals across the United States. Building road trip packages that feature some of Best Western's most popular properties in iconic locations, ATI empowers travel professionals to capitalize on the current road trip travel trend that will continue into this fall and through 2021. ATI's Drive America platform has been developed to allow travel professionals to easily book one of 120+ road trip packages...

JetBlue CEO says airline will block middle seats into 2021, cites importance of 'customer perception'

Robin Hayes, the CEO of JetBlue Airways, says the carrier will continue blocking middle seats at least until the first quarter of next year, citing the importance of “customer perception” amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

United Airlines temporarily adjusting inflight lavatory policy

For years, many airlines have restricted passengers from accessing a lavatory outside of their ticketed cabin. Generally, crew members cite security as the reason behind that particular policy, though it also has the benefit of limiting traffic in premium cabins — business- and first-class passengers don’t have to worry about a constant flow of travelers passing by their seats. On United Airlines, that’s about to change.

Here Are The Safest Hotels During The Covid-19 Crisis

If you're thinking of traveling during the second wave of the coronavirus outbreak, you might be wondering: Is there a list of the safest hotels during the COVID-19 crisis?

Holiday travel decisions and COVID-19: Should you fly, drive or take the train?

Fly, drive or take the train? Here are the pros and cons of each mode of travel amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Is international travel making a return? New health pass promises to kick-start global travel

As Germany and France both grapple with rising coronavirus cases, non-essential international travel poses a risk you might want to steer clear of, according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention.

Airlines bet on strong pandemic 'snow' travel to Colorado this winter

Americans are getting ready to lace on their boots and snap on their skis this coronavirus pandemic winter. Mountain communities in Colorado are gearing up for at least an equal number of visitors to the slopes, even as COVID infections continue to rise across the country. Airlines are doing their part by adding a new flights, including some big names

For Black Travelers, Group Trips Provide a Way to Connect

Black travelers contributed $63 billion dollars to the U.S. travel and tourism industry in 2018. Yet until recently, too few offerings catered specifically to them. “The travel industry has not considered Black people,” says Cherae Robinson, the founder of boutique travel company Tastemakers Africa. Finally, that has begun to change.

The War of the Worlds

On this date in 1938, alien creatures from Mars invaded the earth, wreaking widespread havoc. At least, that is what some believed after listening to an Orson Welles radio broadcast on the popular Mercury Theatre series on the CBS radio network. An adaptation of H.G. Wells novel of the same name, the format was that of a news broadcast, without commercial interruption. A public outcry against the format and wide-spread public denunciations of the broadcast launched the career of actor and director Orson Welles.

Carnival Cruise Line Family Suffers a Tragic Loss

Captain Raffaele Gavino, who served as the top officer on several ships during his years with Carnival Cruise Line, has passed away.

Cruise line cancels November trips after resuming voyages

AIDA Cruises announced on Thursday that it is canceling all of its voyages planned between Oct. 31 and Nov. 30. The German cruise line, owned by Carnival Corp., had just resumed cruising earlier this month after a pause in service necessitated by the COVID-19 pandemic.

United Airlines to begin trial of free passenger Covid tests on London flights

United will begin a trial of free passenger Covid tests on U.S.-London flights, an effort to spur international travel without quarantines.

Hawaiian Airlines offers drive-through coronavirus testing at San Francisco airport

Hawaiian Airlines is encouraging travelers to pack their bags and cruise their way through pre-travel testing. The airline announced its first drive-through, pre-travel COVID-19 testing service near San Francisco International Airport (SFO).

These unique lodging spots offer COVID-weary travelers social-distanced splendor

As anyone who's tried it can attest, traveling in 2020 requires a bit of flexibility, creativity and trust. The communal experiences and freedom to roam after we check into hotels may have changed a bit. And with a third wave of coronavirus upon us, some travelers may opt to skip them altogether, opting for individual cabins and suites.

Two Okura Nikko Group Hotels Achieve Top 5 Rankings in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2020 Readers’ Choice Awards

Okura Nikko Hotel Management Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Hotel Okura Co., Ltd., announced today that two of its group hotels achieved top-5 rankings in the Condé Nast Traveler’s 2020 Readers’ Choice Awards. The Okura Tokyo was ranked 4th in the category of hotels in Japan and The Kahala Hotel & Resort was ranked 5th in the category of hotels in Hawaii.

What it's like to be a cruise ship captain

Each evening, whether the Celebrity Edge cruise ship is crisscrossing the Caribbean or meandering around the Mediterranean, Captain Kate McCue writes night orders for her team.

TUI is launching all-inclusive river cruises for 2022 on adults-only ship

TUI has revealed that it will be offering all-inclusive river cruises on board one of its new adults-only ships, TUI Maya. The packages will be available on the ship's summer 2022 itineraries, and will include a selection of drinks including draught beer, branded spirits and aperitifs, cocktails, soft drinks and Lavazza coffee.

How are Cruise Lines Addressing Soft Surface Contamination?

When a guest arrives on a cruise ship, they expect their pillows and mattresses to be clean. In fact, it’s one of the few non-negotiables for many travelers. According to the research by Berendsen UK, a staggering 96% of respondents would be less likely to rebook if their bed linen and towels are stained or of poor quality

The new Australian day-trip is by plane

The crosswinds of COVID-19 have seen travel operators shift to domestic experiences with imaginative twists. One of those is boutique tour operator Crooked Compass whose small group tours now include day trips by charter plane to iconic destinations in Australia.

Amtrak introduces 'next travel day' booking feature

With all long-distance trains except Auto Train now running on less-than-daily schedules, Amtrak has finally introduced a booking feature on its website that automatically directs customers to the next available day when they request tickets on a day a train is not running.

France second lockdown: What travel is allowed?

Before a second confinement was announced in France, heavy traffic was reported as Île-de-France residents sought to leave in anticipation of travel restrictions across the country. We explain the new rules.

Hawaii Reopening Travel To Japanese Tourists But It's Not Reciprocal Yet

Travelers from Japan will be able to avoid the state’s 14-day quarantine with a negative COVID-19 test starting on November 6th. Similar to the trans-Pacific travel program, Japanese visitors will need to take a test 72 hours before their departure for Hawaii.

Walt Disney World Is Extending Its Park Hours for the Holidays

Walt Disney World is extending its Halloween and holiday hours. The company will keep its Magic Kingdom and Epcot theme parks open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday to better accommodate guests looking for spooky fun in Orlando this Halloween weekend, USA Today reports.

Here are the top travel trends for 2021, according to Airbnb

Tourism has undoubtedly been one of the sectors most affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. As the year progresses and we get used to a “new normal”, changes in habits are observed that will last.

The Beheading of Sir Walter Raleigh

By varying accounts, Sir Walter Raleigh was either a true gentleman or a pirate. He was a poet, a soldier, a favorite of Queen Elizabeth, and an explorer. He was knighted in 1585 and assisted with the settlement of English colonies in Virginia. He married one of Queen Elizabeth's ladies-in-waiting without asking the Queen's permission, and earned a stay in the prisons of the Tower of London as a result, released only after the Queen pardoned him and his wife. After the Queen's death, however, Raleigh truly fell out of favor with her successor King James I and again imprisoned. Raleigh was later released to find the famed "City of Gold" of El Dorado in the New World. During the expedition, Raleigh sacked the Spanish outpost of San Thome. Upon his return to England, he was arrested and tried, largely to appease the Spanish. Raleigh was convicted and sentenced to death. He was beheaded at Whitehall on October 29, 1618.

Low risk or dicey? Two new reports paint different pictures of COVID-19 danger while flying

The airline industry's latest study says flying during the coronavirus pandemic is less risky than eating out or grocery shopping, but a COVID-19 outbreak linked to a seven-hour flight to Ireland is raising renewed concerns about in-flight transmission.

Train travel protocols amid COVID-19

Amtrak has new COVID-19 safety protocols for the holidays. Thanksgiving travelers who plan to ride the train between Nov. 23 and Nov. 30 need to reserve a seat. Amtrak is selling a limited number of tickets to allow for social distancing onboard, so book early to get a seat on the train you want.

Passenger Tasered By Police Following Spirit Airlines Mask Fight

A rather dramatic video has surfaced on social media reportedly showing a fight that broke out on a Spirit Airlines plane in Puerto Rico. According to the comments online, the fight broke out over an argument about wearing face masks onboard. The fight escalated until police used a taser to subdue a passenger. Here’s everything we know.

Top 6 Romantic Travel Destinations for Couples in South Florida

The flamboyant lifestyle that characterizes South Beach is the main attraction that allures people to South Florida. But that’s not the half of it; South Florida has a lot more to offer — from the boisterous nightlife to world-renowned art centers. The multicultural composition of this region certainly adds to the allure.

Gone Glamping! 5 Luxury Camping Destinations You Must Experience

In the era of COVID-19, nothing sounds better than escaping to the middle of nowhere for some R&R, some peace and quiet and to take in the rugged outdoors. Now, thanks to glamping (as in “glamorous camping”), you can become one with nature without sacrificing modern conveniences.

Travel advisers: A secret weapon during Covid-19

Before Covid-19, São Paulo resident Claudia Glina regularly planned trips around Brazil and all over the world for her family, which includes herself, her husband and their two young children.

Jamaica Will Start Charging All Travelers a Health Insurance Fee Next Month

As part of their Jamaica Cares program, the country is introducing a mandatory insurance fee travelers must pay to gain entry to the country.

Travel Guide: Lounge in the Lap of Luxury on Saint Barthélemy

No two words conjure up images of a luxurious tropical paradise more than “St. Barts.” After all, the island boasts some of the most beautiful beaches, glamorous nightlife, and high-end shopping ($50,000 Louis Vuitton hammock, anyone?)

For US-based cruise industry, a waiting game

As the clock runs out on the no-sail order, the US-based cruise industry anxiously awaits news. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's order expires at the end of October, and it's anyone's guess whether cruises may be able to start in December as lines hope.

‘We want to see the cruise ships sail again’: Florida governor says he’s working with White House

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said on Tuesday that he wants to see cruises sailing again and that he’s been in communication with the White House about how it could happen. The statement from the governor comes as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s no-sail order is set to expire this weekend.

Insider View: When Will The Hotel Industry Recover?

Thom Geshay, president of Davidson Hotels & Resorts, shares his thoughts on how the hotel industry is weathering the Covid-19 pandemic and when he sees a reasonable recovery happening.

9 real-life haunted houses you can visit across the US – if you dare

All haunted homes have at least one thing in common (other than ghosts, of course). Be it gruesome murders, tragic misfortune, or simply a previous resident not quite ready to move on, all haunted houses have a story to tell.

Intrepid Travel touts flight-free trips in science-based climate plan

UK tour company Intrepid Travel plans to reduce the number of trips it offers that rely on long-haul air travel in order to meet a string of science-aligned climate goals announced today.

Dedication of the Statue of Liberty

The Centennial Anniversary of the United States was approaching. The French public wanted to present a suitable gift to its sister democratic republic. The result of much deliberation produced the prototype for the Statue of Liberty. The statue, crated in 214 separate boxes, arrived in New York Harbor on June 17, 1885. On October 28, 1886, President Grover Cleveland dedicated the statue that has since stood as a symbol of the best qualities of the American vision.

American Cruise Lines Rolls Out Its Mightiest Mississippi Season Ever

Guilford, CT—October 28, 2020—American Cruise Lines has planned the biggest season ever on the Mississippi for 2021; introducing two new modern riverboats, a brand new Music Cities cruise between Nashville and Memphis, fifteen new shore excursions up-and-down the River, all-private transportation on shore, and new enrichment programs on board. From late February through December, American’s new modern riverboats and classic paddlewheelers will ply the Mighty River from St. Paul to New Orleans—delivering the most exceptional experiences available on the nation’s most iconic waterway.

American Airlines' CEO Thinks It Needs Only 6 Months Of Government Support

Doug Parker, CEO of American Airlines, thinks that a six-month extension of the payroll support program that the carrier has been lobbying heavily for would be the last necessary round of government support. He believes that, without an extension of government support, the airline industry will not have the critical infrastructure in place to handle a rise in demand.

Hawaiian Airlines to restart America's longest domestic flight, along with mainland network

Starting in December, Hawaiian Airlines is reviving its entire 13-city mainland U.S. network, including Boston and New York flights.

Conde Nast Traveler Award Goes To Shade Hotel in Manhattan Beach

Shade Hotel Manhattan Beach has earned yet another distinction recently. Earlier this month, Condé Nast Traveler named the lodging accommodation in downtown Manhattan Beach as one of the "Top 20 Hotels in Southern California" in its Readers' Choice Awards for 2020.

CDC Issues New Cruise Warning as No-Sail Set To Expire

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control has issued a new travel warning which could throw a wrench into the resumption of cruises and lifting the no sail order.

New Antimicrobial Film Reportedly Kills COVID-19 Bacteria

Southern Barcode has come up with an idea for a product that reportedly kills COVID-19 bacteria and prevents its cross-contamination on various surfaces. The...

Which Cruise Line Will Recover the Best in 2021?

How will cruise lines eventually resume sailing, and which cruise line will recover the best in 2021? The answer will not be a simple one.

These destinations were overwhelmed by tourists. Here's how they're doing now

Travel bans, quarantines and country-wide lockdowns have forced many tourists to stay home in 2020. Destinations once dealing with too many tourists have been left reeling. But is overtourism truly over?

Jamaica To Launch Mandatory Travel Insurance For Visitors

A NEW mandatory insurance for travelers to Jamaica coming in November called "Jamaica Cares", but at around $50 per person, is it worth it?

Borat’s Iconic Catchphrase Is Kazakhstan’s New Official Tourism Slogan

No, it’s not wawaweewa, but that’s what Kazakhstan is hoping you’ll say when you realize the country is not, as both Borat films would suggest, one gigantic anti-Semitic backwater

Itching To Travel? Preflight Coronavirus Tests Are Getting Passengers In The Air

In hopes of jumpstarting a business decimated by the pandemic, airlines and airports are offering preflight, on-the-spot testing for the coronavirus, with some test results back in 15 minutes.

The town of Salem is asking people NOT to travel there this Halloween

If you were planning on heading to "Witch City" Salem, Massachusetts for Halloween this year, think again. Salem is, indeed, closed for business—at least according to the city's official website.

Opening of the New York City Subway

It was October 27, 1904 when the first underground line of the New York City subway opened. The construction methods at the time involved digging up the earth, digging the tunnel, building the subway and then re-covering the construction. The street would then be re-built. However, eventually machines began to be used to tear through hard bedrock and under the rivers. Today, the New York City subway operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, one of the few major city subways to do so.

New EU Travel Restrictions, Country By Country, As Covid-19 Rates Soar

As Covid-19 rates soar across the EU, countries are mostly united in deciding they need to restrict travel but they differ in the execution of rules. The outlook is changing on a weekly basis in regards to both getting into EU countries but also in how governments are controlling the movement of people inside.

Which US Airlines Are Offering COVID-19 Testing For Passengers?

As airlines look for more ways to lure back passengers and gain the trust of the general public and governments, some have begun offering COVID-19 testing for passengers. By offering rapid tests, several US carriers are hoping that confidence can be restored, and the recovery of the industry can be expedited. Here are the US airlines offering COVID-19 testing for passengers.

Amtrak 2035: Does Amtrak Finally Have a Strong Plan Against Airlines?

With momentum on its side, Amtrak unveiled its grand plan for Amtrak System 2035, which it believes will be a sustainable system as prior to COVID-19 the rail operator was on pace to make 2020 its first financially profitable year in its 49-year existence.

Will at-home isolation and wearable monitoring devices end hotel quarantine?

Since Australia's mandatory hotel quarantine system started at the height of the coronavirus pandemic, more than 130,000 travellers have been loaded onto buses and shuttled to their isolation destinations.

Are you brave enough to check into these haunted hotels?

Ghostly apparitions, faucets turning off and on, flickering lights, and eerie sounds are just a few of the things you may encounter at one of these hotels, where certain guests have checked in but never checked out. Twenty nominees were selected, and the 10 best haunted hotels were chosen by 10Best readers via popular vote.

CDC Issues Warning Against All Cruise Travel Worldwide

While the cruise industry awaited a decision on the No-Sail-Order to be issued, the CDC now recommends that travelers defer all cruise travel worldwide.

The CDC 'No Sail Order' Ends in a Week. Will it Be Extended?

You’d be forgiven if you feel like you’ve seen this movie before. A Centers for Disease Control “No Sail Order” is set to expire soon, and the public is left wondering if it will be extended — or allowed to expire, ushering in the eventual return of cruising.

Maritime Law: The One Change That Could Save The Cruise Industry

What is The Jones Act and Passenger Vessel Services Act? We break down the differences and how changing them could save the US cruise industry.

18 Tips For Finding Cheap Or Free Attractions In Any City

When my son was backpacking in Europe, he’d text me before pulling into the next city. Could I find him some cheap or preferably free things to do? I enjoy helping my kids, but sometimes the hours of research were an imposition. But as he moved between cities, my task became easier.

No Quarantine Or Testing Required For Travel To Spain’s Canary Islands

The FCO’s (Foreign and Commonwealth Office) weekly updated list of so-called “travel corridors” for British travelers is still quite long and this week Denmark, the Maldives, the Greek island of Mykonos and Spain’s Canary Islands were added.

Greece Is More Than Santorini: These Underrated Islands Are Just As Stunning

Exploring a new place is good for the soul and if Greece is your destination, then these islands should be on your list.

Holiday travel forecast: Expect more traffic on the road and in the sky, despite COVID-19

Even though fewer people are traveling, the holidays will still be the biggest travel period since the coronavirus pandemic began. See what to expect.

From a Supersonic Jet to a Tourist Spaceship: How Virgin Galactic Could Change Travel as We Know It

Aerion and Boom, the two front-runners in the revived supersonic-aviation race, could have some serious competition if the speed of Virgin Galactic’s new Mach 3 business jet matches the company’s projection of 2,300 mph.

Gunfight at the O.K. Corral

The Tombstone, Arizona Territory gang loosely known as "the Cowboys" had business interests that conflicted with the new Sheriff(s) in town: Virgil, Wyatt and Morgan Earp and their notorious partner "Doc" Holiday. The subsequent events and historical accuracy of much of what happened, and why, are a matter of dispute. To this day, family members of those involved contend the elements of the story. What is known is that at approximately 3:00 PM on October 26th, 1881, the Earps and Holiday faced down four of the Cowboys in a gunfight at the O.K. Corral. When the encounter was over, three of the Cowboys were dead and only Wyatt Earp was not injured on the side of the Sheriffs. At an inquest, a court exonerated the Earps of murder charges and their legend as lawmen was made. Wyatt Earp lived to the age of 80 and died in Los Angeles in 1929.

Southwest Airlines says it will sell every seat

Southwest Airlines is about to sell every seat on board its flights. The news that the airline will no longer limit the number of seats sold comes on the heels of Southwest announcing record financial losses.

Alaska blocking middle seats through the holidays into January

Alaska Airlines will block seats on flights over Christmas and into the new year, further widening the split between carriers that do and do not view the confidence-boosting measure as needed.

The 39 Best New Luxury Hotels to Visit in 2021

Travel, at least as we knew it, was on pause for much of this year—and many planned hotel openings delayed by a year or more thanks to the pandemic and slump in demand. As a result, though, 2021 looks to likely to be jampacked with high-end hotel debuts. So we’ve pulled together the 39 must-see luxury properties opening next year across the world, plus a couple that might even be open in time for New Year’s Eve if plans aren’t derailed.

San Diego Mayor demands California allow business meetings, conferences at hotels

Thursday, San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer called on Governor Gavin Newsom to issue guidance that would allow San Diego's hotel industry to resume hosting business meetings and conferences.

Where Is The Top Travel Destination In The U.S.?

It's no secret that the current coronavirus pandemic is changing our travel habits. Instead of scheduling a world tour, you might be looking for a relaxing travel destination in the U.S. There are several top contenders, but the most popular place to visit in 2020 is Florida.

Tourism robot launches to provide instant virtual travel amid lockdown

Startup Propelmee has today launched the public beta of its tourism robot platform Challau, which enables users to virtually visit travel destinations.

The World's Longest Flights Are Operating Again

In the latest sign of air travel’s recovery, the longest flights in the world are bookable again.

The experts' guide to planning a trip to Hawaii

Americans can now travel to Hawaii’s beautiful tropical shores without having to quarantine on arrival. From Oct. 15, domestic travelers who take part in the state’s Pre-Travel Testing Program can bypass a two-week quarantine requirement, provided they test negative for Covid-19 before and, in some cases, after they arrive.

Why You Need a Travel Agent (Sometimes)

While we may not be traveling much right now, someday (hopefully) we’ll be able to safely hop on planes and visit other states and countries with some regularity. In pre-pandemic times, you may never have thought twice about using sites like Kayak or Expedia, or simply googling to make your own travel arrangements or find a great deal. But navigating mid- and post-COVID restrictions may be harder to DIY, which may explain why travel agents are seeing more demand for their services.

Why we need mobility: The Covid pandemic is a reminder that travel cannot be replaced by technology

In 2012 John Urry, an authority on the subject of mobility, examined in a paper titled ‘Mobility and Proximity’, why at all people need to travel with the emergence of communication technology. Eight years later, in a post-Covid world, the question has assumed more significance than Urry would have imagined.

Cruise passenger booted from ship for breaking COVID protocol

A passenger on AIDA Cruises’ AIDAblu was not allowed back on the ship after violating COVID-19 protocols during a shore excursion in Catania, Italy, on Tuesday, the cruise line told Fox News.…

Impressive Timelapse of New Cruise Ship Being Built [VIDEO]

Originally named Ryndam, the vessel’s name was changed to Rotterdam when the line’s most recent Rotterdam ship was sold to Fred.Olsen Cruise Lines earlier this year. It’s the seventh ship in the fleet to bear the Rotterdam name, and will become Holland America’s new flagship.

California Announces Guidelines for Disneyland and Other Theme Parks to Reopen

California has finally provided official guidance on when theme parks, including Disneyland, can reopen, and let’s just say that it’s not especially good news for the theme park industry.

First Parliament of Great Britain

The first Parliament of the Kingdom of Great Britain was held on October 23, 1707. Evolving from the merger of the Kingdom of England and the Kingdom of Scotland, the existing members of the English House of Commons became the British House of Commons along with 61 Scottish Counterparts appointed by Scotland. Most historians also trace the first beginnings of a party system (Whigs and Tories) from this first parliament, as ambitous nobles and wealthier families sought influence in the new order.

The First Parachute Jump

On October 22, 1797, French innovator André-Jacques Garnerin climbed into a hot air balloon and rose 3000 feet over Paris. A crowd gathered to watch. Suddenly, Garnerin climbed over the balloon's basket and jumped. Behind him, a large silken fabric trailed, then opened, filled with a rush of air. He floated to earth safely, the very first parachutist. Later, his wife Jeanne-Geneviève would become the first female parachutist.

American Airlines and Southwest trim losses but still lose billions of dollars

American Airlines and Southwest Airlines both reported billions of dollars in losses Thursday, but that's what passes for an improvement in the battered industry these days.

Hawaiian Airlines To Resume US' Longest Domestic Flight

Hawaiian Airlines will restart the world’s longest regularly scheduled domestic flight to Boston from Honolulu. This comes as, from December, the airline anticipates operating its full 13-city US mainland network.

Forget about that empty middle seat: Southwest Airlines to start filling planes in December

Southwest Airlines will no longer limit the number of seats for sale on each flight, joining rivals American and United. The new policy, which means middle seats will once again be filled on flights with strong demand, takes effect Dec. 1

The First Atari Hotel Looks Like a Gamer's Fantasy — and It’s Opening in Las Vegas

Ready to go straight back to the 80s? Atari Hotels is coming for you. On Wednesday, the GSD Group announced it’s taking the next step in bringing the video game-inspired Atari Hotels to life. GSD hired the architecture and design firm, Gensler, which has now unveiled its vision for the first two Atari Hotels set to open in Las Vegas, Nevada, and Phoenix, Arizona.

Universal Music Group to build new destination hotel in Orlando

Universal Music Group, one of the world’s biggest music leaders, has partnered with Dakia U-Ventures to announce the launch of UMUSIC Hotels. The two have started a joint-venture and will design and create a new global collection of music-based hotels with locations in Orlando, Atlanta, and Biloxi, Mississippi.

Will cruise ships return to Venice?

The protest formed quickly and without warning - a flash mob, designed to call urgent attention to the 6,000 Venetians who rely on the cruise industry for work. After 15 minutes they are gone. This year, international travel restrictions caused by the coronavirus are forcing cruise companies to delay most tours until 2021.

'Violated protocols': Cruiser on Carnival Corp. ship blocked from boarding over COVID-19 rules

A passenger traveling on AIDA Cruises' AIDAblu was not allowed to reembark after disobeying cruise line protocol on an excursion — a consequence that is to be implemented when cruising returns stateside, too, for passengers who don't follow new restrictions.

The 20 Best Places To Travel In 2021: Where To Go Next

Where do you want to travel in 2021? Every year, we look at the best places to visit next. Right now, it might seem inconceivable to think about traveling abroad, due to the global pandemic and travel restrictions that have closed the borders of many countries. But here’s the good news

Canary Islands hope to welcome more tourists after Germany lifts travel warning

The Canary Islands authorities said on Thursday they hoped to be seen as a “safe territory” by more countries after Germany decided it was no longer a high risk area for the spread of the coronavirus.

AP looking at popularising virtual tours of important tourist destinations

Addressing a virtual interactive session with members of the national tourism committee of FICCI, Rajat said though hotels and other tourism establishments have reopened after the coronavirus-induced lockdown, the footfall of tourists was not yet encouraging.

When We Travel Again: 4 Things To Do In Split, Croatia

On the eastern shores of the Adriatic Sea, and a vital link to the Adriatic Islands and the Apennine Peninsula, Split, is the second-largest city in Croatia. Dating back to 3rd century BCE, the city has been influenced by a number of cultures, from the Romans and the Byzantine to the Venetians, Italians and the French.

Israelis can now travel to Dubai. The Persian Gulf will never be the same

The moment travel restrictions from the coronavirus pandemic are lifted, Peleg Cohen knows exactly where he is headed. The Israeli-born travel blogger, photographer and humanitarian, 37, says he has been on the road since his early 20s, visiting 150 countries and chronicling it all for his travel blog, Lonely Peleg.

Which European countries have COVID-19 border restrictions in place?

Across Europe, governments reopened their borders over the summer after months of closure during the spring coronavirus pandemic. But following the relaxation of measures and border restrictions, much of Europe is now experiencing a second wave. Along with new lockdown restrictions, some countries are closing their borders once again to travellers coming from hotspots. The situation is fluid, and the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control has published maps to support a coordinated approach across the bloc.

Singapore Airlines resumes world's longest direct flight from New York City

Singapore Airlines will be bringing back its direct flight between New York City and Singapore starting on Nov. 9.

The world's best hotel bars (and what to drink there)

Hotel bars are the fast track to opulence. When your wallet says no to spending hundreds of dollars on a bed for the night, the price of an Old-Fashioned will let you sail past the uniformed doorman, glide through a marble-clad lobby and sink into a leather armchair beside an open fire.

A third of US hotels could disappear: report

A third of hotels in the U.S. could go under due to the coronavirus pandemic, according to a new study. Some 33% of hotel owners expect to hand the keys back to their lender or enter a forced sale situation, according to a September 7 survey of 103 hotels by the Hospitality Asset Managers Association (HAMA).

Wednesday Protests Scheduled at Major U.S. Cruise Ports

As part of a push to resume cruise operations in the United States, a number of American ports are expecting protests on Wednesday in an effort to persuade...

Royal Caribbean Cruise Line Trademarks "Tracelet" Wearable Wristband

Royal Caribbean International has filed a trademark application with the United States Patent and Trademark Office for a new device to be called "Tracelet." The application, which describes the service mark registration for Tracelet as "Rubber or silicone wristbands in the nature of a bracelet," was filed on October 15, 2020 under the subcategory of "cruise ship services."

More Studies Circulate Information on COVID-19 Spread Aboard Aircraft

Conflicting opinions are once again front-and-center in the debate over mask usage on aircraft. A study by the U.S. Department of Defense and United Airlines says face covering usage is the best way to ensure safe travels, while an American infectious disease specialist says a previous set of studies have “bad math” attached to them.

Change for the better? How travel might look after the pandemic

Some prognosticated changes to the travel industry have already come to pass. Airfare change fees are disappearing across many airlines (albeit mostly for domestic, non-basic-economy fares alone), and airlines got serious about keeping their aircraft surfaces and air clean, introducing new protocols that are unlikely to disappear even after the virus is under control.

The Most Popular Travel Days for the Holidays in 2020

While the travel industry is certainly rebounding from its lowest point during the pandemic, there’s no doubt that travel is very, very different now than it was during pre-COVID times. The number of passengers flying daily in the United States is growing

What Makes Egypt One of the World's Top Tourist Destinations?

Egypt is one of the most popular travel destinations in the world. It attracted more than 9 million visitors in 2018, and its most successful year was in 2010 when 15 million made the trip there. Tourism is a hugely important contributor to the economy in the country, and visitors are well catered for.

Top 5 Beach Vacations Without Quarantines For Americans This Winter

This is going to be one long winter and more than ever, cabin fever due to the pandemic is bound to drive most of us crazy. Americans looking to get away and escape the cold can take solace in knowing that many tropical destinations have reopened for tourism to U.S travelers.

Restless Americans map out road trips despite misgivings

Americans are flying less, and it looks like their vacation plans are still up in the air. Nearly 7 out of 10 who want to take a vacation by year-end aren’t sure they’ll actually be able to travel, and 1 in 5 expect to book at the last minute, within a week of departure.

The Straits of Magellan

On October 21, 1519, a small fleet of Spanish ships led by Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan arrived at 52 degrees south, seeking to round South America in its quest for a western passage to the Spice Islands of Indonesia. The 373 mile passage was arduous, and one of Magellan's ships deserted and returned to Spain. On November 28th, the three remaining ships entered a new body of water which Magellen named the "Mar Pacifico" or the Pacific Ocean. The passageway through the islands of the extreme tip of South America are known today as the Straits of Magellan.

More people flying? TSA screens 1 million daily passengers for first time since pandemic began

More people flew in the U.S. over the weekend of Oct. 16-18 than at any other point in the COVID-19 pandemic, the Transportation Security Administration said Monday. The TSA crossed a long-awaited threshold Sunday, screening 1 million passengers at airport checkpoints for the first time since March 17, spokesperson Lisa Farbstein said in a release.

A new reboot of the iconic Eastern Air Lines is flying between New York and Cabo this winter for under $250 round-trip

The new Eastern Airlines might not be the same as its legendary predecessor but the fares to Mexico are unbeatable for winter travel.

New to cruising? Here are all the terms you need to know

If you’re new to cruising, you may feel like your fellow passengers are speaking in an insider, secret language, exchanging words and phrases that stump you. Fortunately, TPG can keep you from getting lost in translation with this handy glossary of cruise lingo. Take a peek and you’ll know your berth from a beam in no time.

5 Reasons to Book With a Travel Agent for Your Next Cruise

Cruises have many nuances and moving parts that make planning more confusing than what you'd experience with a land-based vacation. You might be wondering, "Should I book my cruise through a travel agent?" Our answer is yes.

Century Cruises to launch new ship in 2021

River cruise line Century Cruises is to launch Century Victory in 2021, its fourth new ship in two years. Century Victory is the sister ship of the cruise line’s newest vessel Century Glory. She will have capacity for 650 passengers in 260 suites, with each cabin featuring a balcony.

How Are Hotels Surviving During COVID? Extreme Makeovers, Innovative Business Promotions Keeping Industry Afloat

There are plenty of reasons as to how the hotel and vacation-rental operators have gotten back on track after dismal sales in March.

Step-by-step guide to Hawaii’s pre-travel COVID-19 testing program

Travel to and around Hawaii looks different during the pandemic. Here are the steps to participate in the state's pre-travel testing program.

Air New Zealand offers 'mystery breaks' to lure travelers back

Amid the Covid-19 pandemic, all of travel seems like a big question mark. So, one airline argues, why not embrace that question mark?

7 Wes Anderson-Like Places to Travel to When This Is All Over

In terms of travel, the year 2020 couldn't be more unusual. First, local lockdowns forced people off planes and into their homes, and as limitations eased up, travel bans compelled many to answer the call for adventure by land instead of air. It's no wonder that RV sales hit a peak in June.

Big Tech eyes travel again with autonomous vehicle push

Over the last couple of years it has been easy to predict that autonomous vehicles are coming, but hard to predict exactly when. The impact was always expected to be significant - for example in January 2018 (now almost three years ago) I wrote that autonomous vehicles will reshuffle the travel industry.

Americans can expect to travel for cheap this holiday season

New data from travel site Kayak might actually surprise you: Americans are expected to book last-minute, longer-than-usual trips during this holiday season and they'll likely be treated to cheaper flights than average.

The Hollywood Black List

On October 20, 1947, a Congressional committee began investigating Hollywood writers and actors in one of the darkest moments of what is now known as the "Red Scare." As conservative members of Congress sought to further their own ambitions by suppressing the rights of others, the House Un-American Activities Committee began questioning witnesses in an attempt to intimidate them into "naming names" of suspected socialists and communists in the ranks of the movie industry. "Are you now or have you ever been a member of the Communist Party?" became the infamous refrain of the Committee. Hollywood powers instituted a "Black List" banning the work of more than 300 writers, actors, and directors including Dorothy Parker, Arthur Miller, and Orson Welles. They who can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety, deserve neither liberty nor safety. - Benjamin Franklin

Airlines plan for prolonged coronavirus travel drought

U.S. airlines expect it will be years before their business recovers from the coronavirus pandemic, even after pulling together over $100 billion by tapping government aid and mortgaging assets including planes and frequent-flier programs.

Alaska Air Is Poised to Lead the Airline Recovery

Low cash burn, an improving revenue trajectory, and substantial cost-cutting opportunities all point to a quick post-pandemic rebound for the Alaska Airlines parent.

Cruise ship rescues 24 people from boat off Florida coast

A Carnival Cruise Line ship has rescued two dozen people from a sinking boat 37 miles off the Florida coast

River Cruise Line Cancels Remaining 2020 Cruises

AmaWaterways, a luxury river cruise line, has canceled their remaining 2020 cruises that includes all departures from Europe, Asia, and Africa. However, this suspension does not apply to the chartered river cruise series on the Rhine that has been in operation since July.

Exclusive: Windstar Cruises to unveil new, multitier loyalty program

Dubbed the Yacht Club, the new, point-based loyalty program will replace a relatively modest incentive program of the same name.

Despite Pandemic, New Luxury Hotels Open Near Disneyland

The new Radisson Blu Anaheim has reserved the 12th floor of the hotel for adults. The 12th floor will feature a rooftop pool and jacuzzi, a full-service restaurant with an exhibition kitchen, indoor and outdoor bars, fire pits, and a seating area where guests can see Disneyland and on a clear day the sun setting over the Pacific Ocean.

Hotel Viking: A Look Inside One Of Newport’s Most Historic Properties

Hotel Viking is located in the heart of Newport, Rhode Island, and dates back to 1926. The five-story Georgian Colonial is on the National Registry of Historic Places and has been a member of the prestigious Historic Hotels of American for more than 90 years. The property recently underwent a multi-million dollar restoration that included renovating and updating the guest rooms, spa, pool, and fitness area.

Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association Names New President

The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association has announced the election of a new president, the regional tourism body announced this week.

The Best Hotel Reopening Email Campaigns

In our recent Email Benchmark Report, it was overwhelmingly clear that email is the preferred channel of communication for marketing and businesses. With the shift towards contactless technology and social distancing measures still in place, email continues to be one of the most effective ways to stay connected and communicate with hotel guests.

Costa Rica opening its doors to travelers next month

Get out your passports, pack your bags, and grab the sunscreen, folks, because we just got word that Costa Rica has finally opened up their borders to all U.S. travelers beginning Nov. 1, 2020! Doesn't relaxing on a nice sunny beach or exploring this unique tropical destination sound like a pretty nice escape after all we have been through this year?

Ultimate Travel List

We’ve all got a list of places that we want to see for ourselves: places friends have enthused about, places we’ve read about, dreamed about. This is our list. It’s the 500 most thrilling, memorable, downright interesting places on this planet ranked in order of their brilliance. COVID-19 has resulted in travel restrictions that may have clipped your wings through 2020, but now is the perfect time to plan ahead

CARES Act Money Is Keeping This Big Island Tour Company Afloat

The pandemic has sunk businesses by land, air and sea. For Jeff Leicher, an owner and managing partner of Jack’s Diving Locker, a snorkel, scuba diving and touring company in Kailua-Kona on the Big Island whose business has thrived since 1981 in the latter category, that meant he had to get creative to keep his operation afloat during the shutdown precipitated by COVID-19.

Hard hit by virus, airlines push for tests over quarantines

What will it take to get people flying again? International air traffic is down 92% this year as travelers worry about catching COVID-19 and government travel bans and quarantine rules make planning difficult. One thing airlines believe could help is to have rapid virus tests of all passengers before departure.

The First Chief Justice

On this date in 1789, Chief Justice John Jay is sworn in as the first Chief Justice of the United States. Nominated by George Washington to fill the role, John Jay helped to develop early principles upon which the nation's highest court would later build its jurisprudence. Jay was later Governor of New York from 1795 to 1801 and became a leading opponent of slavery. He saw the emancipation of all slaves in the state of New York prior to his death.

American Cruise Lines Rolls Out American Melody

Guilford, CT—October 16, 2020— American Cruise Lines announced today, that just two months after accepting delivery of the American Jazz, its next new ship is already being readied for launch. The forward hull section of American Melody was moved from a hull fabrication building to the launch ways earlier this week, where it will be joined to the aft section and launched into the Wicomico River.

Coronavirus study finds air on planes is safer than homes or operating rooms

The study by United Airlines and others found that HEPA filters and high air turnover reduces the rate of COVID-19 infection by 99.7%.

United Airlines Offers Preflight Rapid COVID-19 Testing At SFO As Hawaii Tourism Reopens

United Airlines has started offering pre-travel coronavirus testing at San Francisco International Airport. The option could have a significant impact on air travel to Hawaii, which is beginning to reopen to tourism.

Hotels on demand: Operators are selling 'subscriptions' to lure back visitors

InterContinental Hotels Group, Marriott and Accor are among the major names that have launched or are considering monthly payment plans, as the hotel industry tries to attract restless remote workers ready for a change of scene.

Hotel Owners Launch 10,000 Letter Campaign to Save America’s Hotels

America’s hoteliers forcefully answered a call to action by AAHOA, sending more than 10,000 letters to Congress and the Trump administration as part of the “10,000 Letters, One Purpose” campaign.

In Austin, Tourists Often Miss the City's Black History

On nice days in Austin, people gather at Town Lake to canoe, bike, stroll, watch the sunset, and see the bats fly out from under the Congress Avenue Bridge. Many visitors don't know that Town Lake—also known as Lady Bird Lake, a section of the Colorado River

Bucket List Travel: Top 10 Places In The World And Top 29 In The U.S.

Do you have a travel bucket list? These days, more people are dreaming about travel than actually traveling. But that doesn’t mean that you can’t keep adding places to your travel bucket list. Lonely Planet has just released the second annual "Ultimate Travel List"

Low fares to Mexico and the Caribbean trigger US travel rebound

It is common knowledge that the global pandemic has wreaked destruction on the travel industry, with total international arrivals in the third quarter of the year 94% down on the same period in 2019. But new research reveals that there may be a glimmer of hope immediately south of the USA.

The Latest Information On October COVID-19 Travel Restrictions

October is here, and we must continue to carefully choose where we travel. As is the trend in 2020, nearby trips are possible, but long-distance travel is off-limits for most tourist destinations. However, travel restrictions are easing in some instances, including visiting Hawaii.

This floating spaceport in Japan could bring space travel to the city

An urban spaceport that floats in Tokyo Bay is designed to make space travel more accessible.

Travel Leaders Network Debuts "Insider" Trips

Travel Leaders Network is offerings its advisors several opportunities to travel the globe, via exclusive "Insider" trips the company arranged to give its members a first look at traveling during the changing travel environment.

Disney Cruise Line's new biggest ship, Disney Wish, gets date for maiden voyage

If you wish upon a star, your wish may come true. That is, if it’s to ride aboard Disney Cruise Line’s newest and largest ship, the Disney Wish. The ship’s maiden voyage has been set for the summer of 2022, Disney announced Thursday.

HOW MUCH WILL KEY WEST'S CRUISE SHIP DEBATE COST?

As if the national political climate weren’t sufficiently contentious, the city of Key West is dealing with its own divisive debate over cruise ships. Voters will decide on Nov. 3 whether to significantly reduce the number and size of cruise ships that come to Key West. The Safer Cleaner Ships Committee claims the environmental impacts of large cruise ships are detrimental to the island’s marine ecosystem

The Execution Of Marie Antoinette

At the height of the French Revolution, King Louis XVI and his Queen Marie Antoinette were imprisoned and deposed. No longer referred to by their royal titles, they became the "Carpets", a non-royal designation of their family name. At the age of 38 years, the former King was the first to go as he was tried for crimes against the French people and executed on January 21, 1793. Marie languished in prison, her health deteriorating in mourning. Plots to help her escape never materialized, and calls for mercy were dismissed by zealous members of the new French government. She was found guilty of treason on October 16, 1793, and executed that same day by guillotine, dressed in plain house clothing. She was buried in an unmarked grave, but later exhumed and re-interred in 1815.

Delta has suspended flights to more US cities than competitors

Delta Air Lines has suspended flights to 16 cities across the U.S., from Bangor near Maine’s craggy Atlantic coast to Lincoln in Nebraska’s rolling prairies. The Atlanta-based carrier’s suspensions are an extensions of ones they made in the early days of the coronavirus pandemic when the federal government allowed airlines to suspend a limited number of U.S. cities.

Singapore Airlines Turned Its Planes Into Pop-Up Restaurants. Reservations Sold Out in 30 Minutes.

Singapore Airlines just announced it would be hosting dinners aboard its grounded A380 aircraft and tickets sold out in just 30 minutes.

Airlines to start offering pre-flight COVID tests

United Airlines will be the first to offer a pre-flight COVID-19 test, starting with a pilot program on flights from San Francisco to Hawaii.

Top New Ski Hotels Opening For The Winter 2020-2021 Season

Since the global coronavirus pandemic began, sports that lend themselves to outdoor social distancing (golf, cycling, hiking, fishing, etc.) have been red hot, and skiing and snowboarding hold the same appeal as cold weather sets in.

Aerial photos show Disney World's Star Wars hotel in Orlando

Aerial images released over the weekend show the progress that Disney World has made on its highly-anticipated Star Wars hotel that will take the form of a Galactic Starcruiser.

A decision on lifting the cruise ship ban could be coming as early as this week

Royal Caribbean is prepared for a possible announcement of cruises restarting next week, depending on what happens with the No Sail order

Life on board Coral Discoverer - Australia's first cruise in seven months

Finally, it’s happening. An Australian cruise ship two-thirds full of passengers set sail this week, seven months after the global suspension of cruising in March.

Reunion trips during Covid-19: How family and friends pull it off

Traveling to meet up with friends and family who live in other cities or countries has always been a logistical challenge. Covid-19 has made reunion trips more difficult, but not impossible.

What you need to know about the pre-travel testing program

By using a testing system to prevent the spread of COVID-19, it will be the first time that Hawaii will welcome back tourists since the start of the pandemic.

Consumer survey shows which travel destinations people want to visit in 2021

With the coronavirus pandemic hindering travel in 2020, consumers are holding out hope for next year. In fact, 70% of U.S. and Canadian travelers say they plan to take a vacation in 2021, according to a new survey from the Travel Leaders Group and World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) – two global private sector advisory firms that focus on travel and tourism industries.

Which European countries have COVID-19 border restrictions in place?

Across Europe, governments have opened their borders after months of closure during the coronavirus pandemic. But, despite the holiday season now being in full swing, some are now shutting down again to head off a COVID-19 resurgence.

Anwar El Sadat Becomes President of Egypt

On this day in 1970, Anwar El Sadat became the third President of Egypt. He was installed in office and served until October 6, 1981 when he was assassinated. He succeeded Gamal Abdel Nasser and modernized Egypt's role in the western world. Multi-party elections were instituted and he made definitive steps to secure a peace with Israel, a cause that was very unpopular in the Arab league.

Preflight Covid-19 testing is on the rise — the question is whether it works

Can preflight testing get people flying again? The International Air Transport Association (IATA) thinks so. Last month, the trade association, which represents some 290 airlines around the world, called for the “development and deployment of rapid, accurate, affordable, easy-to-operate, scalable and systematic” Covid-19 testing

Delta CEO says the airline will stop blocking middle seats in the first half of 2021, even though anxious travelers are loving the extra space

Delta Air Lines has vowed to block middle seats on its flights longer than any US airline, but passengers shouldn't expect the perk to last too long into 2021.

Cruise cancellations further damage Florida's struggling tourism industry

As cruise lines extend cancellations, Florida's port-of-call cities, including Tampa, continue to take economic hits. This month Norwegian, MSC, Royal Caribbean and other cruise lines have canceled voyages through November, and some companies like Carnival Cruises are holding off passengers through early 2021.

Speaker Lineup Set for Key Industry Webinar

The Marine Hotel Association (MHA) has announced the preliminary speaker lineup for its next key industry webinar, taking place on Thursday October 29 at 10 a.m. eastern. The not-for-profit association's Fastack Webinar Series is now in its third session, featuring a lessons learned, getting back into service theme.

AmaWaterways Offering New Deals on River Cruises

AmaWaterways, one of the world’s leading river cruise lines, is offering deals on river cruises in 2021 and 2022 that includes special rates for solo travelers. Guests can book with confidence before December 31, 2020 and take advantage of incredible savings, including Free Roundtrip Airfare for select 2021 European river cruises and a 5 percent Early Booking Reward for highly sought-after 2022 Europe, Mekong and Egypt itineraries.

Honolulu most desired post-COVID travel destination among US seniors

COVID-19 has thrown a wrench into most Americans’ 2020 bucket list travel plans. Trip cancelations occurred far and wide in early Spring 2020 with the onset of a worldwide pandemic. With extra time on their hands during retirement years, baby boomers are the generation that may be feeling the weight of these cancellations the most.

Peru, Bahamas, Puerto Rico And More Get World’s First Global Safety And Hygiene Stamp

Peru, Bahamas and Puerto Rico are the latest destinations to use the world's first ever global safety and hygiene stamp, launched earlier this year by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC).

New Mexico imposes new restrictions on food service, hotels and motels

Continued increases in the number of Covid-19 cases since a warning from state health officials just four days ago have led to new limits on the size of gatherings, lower hotel occupancies and mandatory daily closing times for business that serve alcohol.

Holiday Travelers Are Opting for Flights Over Road Trips, New Study Finds

With the holiday season approaching, more than half of surveyed travelers who will take a Thanksgiving or Christmas trip say it will be their first vacation since COVID-19 halted life as we know it, according to a new study from travel booking app Hopper.

COVID-19 travel restrictions state by state

With the Covid-19 pandemic in near constant fluctuation in the United States, the 50 states are having to adapt rapidly with their rules and regulations. If you’re planning a family vacation or simply wish to travel to another state, it is important to be updated on the latest statewide regulations. While some US states have no restrictions on travel, all their sites have important Covid-19 safety information, including possible face mask mandates in public settings.

What to Know Before Booking Holiday Flights This Year

With crowded planes, winter weather delays, and sky-high airfares, most travelers find flying during the holidays to be a headache. But in a year as unprecedented as 2020, will those who still decide to fly home during the winter find that planes and airports are calmer—or even more hectic?

The Battle of Hastings

On October 14th in the year 1066, a battle took place in England that in many ways determined the course of the next 1,000 years of western history. The army of Duke William of Normandy of France fought the English Army of King Harold II. Harold had been on the throne only a few months, and contested Duke William's right to rule England. William's claim to the throne had the blessing of the Pope, and many nobles from across France joined the battle after being promised English titles and land as the spoils of war. During the battle, King Harold was killed, shot through the eye by an arrow. The Norman army won, and William gained control of all of England, and Duke William became known as William the Conqueror.

Hawaii Reopening: Airlines Offer Their Customers Exclusive COVID-19 Testing Options

This week, on October 15th, Hawaii is “reopening” to tourism by launching a pre-arrival testing program. The program will allow visitors to avoid a mandatory 14-day quarantine if they can present a negative COVID-19 test taken within 72 hours of arrival.

US Daily Travelers Edge Closer To 1 Million

The TSA saw nearly one million passengers entering screening checkpoints on October 11th. This was markedly higher than most recent weekends and even beat out the popular Labor Day weekend. This was the highest single-day passenger count the TSA recorded since March 16th.

Carnival Cruise Line cancels November cruises out of Miami, Port Canaveral

Cruises out of Miami and Port Canaveral currently scheduled for December will remain in place while Carnival evaluates options.

America's first female captain of a mega cruise ship has been at sea for 310 days. She wouldn't want it any other way.

Kate McCue, captain of the 2,918-passenger Celebrity Edge, is the first American female captain of a mega cruise ship. She's among only 2% of the world's female

Lonely Planet ranks ultimate travel destinations in new list

Many of us have been forced to rethink travel plans in the wake of Covid-19, but if you're soothing your canceled-vacation-blues by daydreaming about future adventures, Lonely Planet's new "Ultimate Travel List" might be just what you need.

Machu Picchu reopens for a single tourist who's been stranded in Peru for seven months

Like many travelers around the world, Jesse Katayama found his dream trip thwarted by the spread of Covid-19. But after an unexpected seven month stay in Peru, Katayama is finally crossing "visit Machu Picchu" off of his bucket list -- and he got to enjoy being the only tourist there.

Walking through Paris in a pandemic? Tour guides take their skills online

Personalized walking tours used to be a booming industry, but since COVID-19 took over the globe, tour guides have had to move online, offering live-streamed city tours, virtual cooking classes and more.

Round trip to Tokyo for $173? Pandemic spawns once-in-a-lifetime airfare deals – if you're ready to travel

Anyone who has checked the prices of flights online lately may be shocked at what they are seeing. Here are some sample Halloween weekend getaways from Google Flights, as seen on the site Monday, for flights leaving Thursday, Oct. 28, and returning Sunday, Nov. 1.

Puerto Rico Tourism Co. 1st in US to get ‘Safe Travels Stamp’ for hygiene protocols

The World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) granted its Safe Travels Stamp to the Puerto Rico Tourism Company (PRTC), making the island the first U.S. destination to be included in the international organization’s certification program. Tourism Co. Executive Director said the recognition “promotes the island’s image as an attractive, forward-thinking destination

The Knights Templar

In the year 1307 AD, October 13th fell on a Friday. King Philip IV of France was deeply in debt to the powerful religious order, the Knights Templar. The King began to pressure Pope Clement V to disband the order and seize their holdings which had grown vastly since the order's humble beginnings during the early crusades. On Friday the 13th, King Phillip, with an order from the Pope in hand, ordered the arrest of all Knights Templar and their leader, Grand Master Jacques de Molay. The Templars were tortured and forced into confessions of heresy and many were burned at the stake. The order was disbanded and many Templars joined other orders or disappeared from public life.

10 Reasons Why Panic Buttons are a Must-Have Hotel Technology for 2021 and Beyond

With the sweeping implementation of new safety standards and legislations, hoteliers are quickly shifting focus towards employee protection. Recent world events have led to a notable development of a new employee safety culture in hotels and protecting those working alone in guestrooms or other remote areas who frequently find themselves in vulnerable

Where Can I Travel To Right Now?

Weekly travel corridor updates and announcements of new restrictions across the UK are making it increasingly difficult to plan travel. And, with half term less than two weeks away, many families will be wondering whether they’ll be able to go on their planned holiday – or even book one last-minute.

There Will Be Blood. This Week U.S. Airlines Will Begin Reporting How Big Their Third Quarter Losses Were

The butcher’s bill will be revealed by U.S. airlines Tuesday when Delta leads off the (now euphemistically named) third quarter “earnings” report season. And the only question is not whether, but by how much will the third quarter rank as the single worst in industry history?

Ready for a Hawaiian vacation? Surf's up, but so are lots of COVID-19-related hassles

OK, so you're willing to stare down the coronavirus and travel to Hawaii, but know the restrictions and rules on the islands before you go.

Hawaiian Airlines temporarily suspending its 'Ohana by Hawaiian flights

Hawaiian Airlines will temporarily suspend its ‘Ohana by Hawaiian passenger flights and cargo services between Honolulu (HNL) and Moloka‘i (MKK) and Lāna‘i (LNY), beginning Nov. 1. The move leaves travelers with mobility limitations with one less way to travel between the Hawaiian islands.

Cruise line CEOs talk with Vice President Pence; industry adopts recommendations for how to restart sailing

Vice President Mike Pence met with the cruise industry executives and the CDC Friday to discuss the resumption of sailing in U.S. waters.

What It’s Like To Cruise With Costa During The Pandemic

Costa Cruises was back in action on Sept. 6 as the Deliziosa sailed from Trieste on a new week-long program for Italian guests heading to Italian ports. New health and safety measures meant a new look onboard for the cruise experience as Costa hopes to slowly ramp up operations in Europe this fall and into the winter.

New All-Inclusive Cruise Line Launching Next Year

A new all-inclusive cruise line is launching next year that will include everything from medical evacuation insurance to drinks to shore excursions on their cruises. Atlas Ocean Voyages, the world's newest all-inclusive cruise line, has five cruise ships on order and their first vessel, World Navigator, will begin offering cruises in July 2021.

New York's Roosevelt Hotel to close after nearly 100 years due to the coronavirus pandemic

The Roosevelt Hotel in Manhattan cites the coronavirus pandemic and slowdown in the hospitality industry as reasons for the closure.

20 Stunning Hotel Rooms With Private Pools

From the Maldives to Italy, here are 20 of the best hotel rooms with private pools that are worthy of your travel bucket list.

Dominican hotel among top five in the world

The first and only english language online news publication in the Dominican Republic. Providing local and international news, DR guides and access to real estate and car portals. Your most up to date source for info on the Dominican Republic.

With Americans anxious to go out, walking tours pick up pace

With an eerily quiet and empty stadium plaza behind him, the tour guide tried to help people picture what they would have seen there more than 160 years earlier. His audience of eight, all on foot, peered over masks at maps as he described hundreds of groceries, saloons, blacksmiths and 100,000 people living across two square miles

Why Virtual Travel Is Here to Stay — Even After the Pandemic

As the pandemic forced travelers to stay home, virtual reality quickly became a portal to the world. Consider Google Arts & Culture, with its photos and 360-degree videos of more than 2,500 landmarks, including the Louvre, the Tate Modern, and U.S. national parks like Volcanoes and Kenai Fjords.

‘Flights to nowhere’ are popular. Experts explain the psychology behind the COVID-era concept

On three days in early October, hundreds of Taiwanese travelers boarded packed Eva Air flights at Taoyuan International Airport. They were not bound for an international or even regional destination; instead, the flight would end exactly where it started.

What will the Covid business recovery look like? Look to travel and learn

When it comes to recovery look to travel and learn - an insight comparing two destination recovery efforts past and present

Europe Winter Travel: The 10 Best Covid-Safest Ski Resorts For 2020-2021

The ski resort of Val Thorens, France, has been selected as the “European Best Ski Resort” for the 2020-2021 season for the fifth time, making it the most-awarded destination by the European Best Destinations organization.

Christopher Columbus

On this day in 1492, the expedition of explorer Christopher Columbus's made landfall in the Caribbean, specifically in The Bahamas. The explorer believed he had reached South Asia. Columbus made a total of four voyages of exploration to the New World, funded by Isabella I of Castile. His explorations began the process of European colonization of the Americas.

Pelosi says no to standalone airline relief bill, as workers and their families say they 'just need help now'

Speaker Pelosi called off talks for a standalone airline relief bill Thursday, dashing hopes that a narrow measure to support the airline industry could continue.

American Airlines Halts Routes After CARES Expiration

American Airlines has announced drastic service cuts for the month of November. Bookings for the month are sitting at around a quarter of where they were last year, and American — along with the other two legacy carriers in the U.S. — has been forced to drop unprofitable routes.

Risk of catching COVID-19 on airplanes is very low, airline group says

Travelers concerned about contracting the coronavirus on a flight can breath maybe a small sigh of relief following new evidence that there is a very low risk of catching COVID-19 onboard an airplane.

Hotels getting creative to bring back business amid slow travel

As hotels continue to balance health, safety and running a business, they are getting creative with ways to bring in revenue, such as hosting micro weddings and hallways concerts with musicians.

Religious tour operators hope for a better 2021 following coronavirus travel restrictions

The pandemic has affected the global economy in unprecedented ways - with religious tourism especially brought to its knees as a result of the virus.

Colombia is open for healthy US travelers — but is now the right time to go?

Colombia reopened its borders to tourists on Sept. 21 and is ready to welcome back international visitors. Here’s everything you need to know about visiting this country, located in the northern tip of South America.

Virtual Field Trips Your Kids (and You!) Can Take Today

As if we needed another one, one downside to the COVID-19 pandemic is that taking field trips to your local zoo, museum, or aquarium can be problematic (if not impossible). But the big upside? So many amazing virtual field trip experiences have blossomed online

These Travel Insurance Secrets Will Save You Money On Your Next Trip

Travel insurance can be expensive. The average travel insurance policy costs about 4% to 8% of the total trip, according to the U.S. Travel Insurance Association, a trade group. And if you want more coverage, like a “cancel for any reason” option, you could spend 10% or more.

This COVID-19 Passport Could Help Restart International Travel

Given the massive decrease in international airline travel caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, airline executives have maintained that testing passengers could make flights safer and encourage prospective passengers to get back in the air. Airlines such as Emirates, Etihad and United are already starting testing programs for their flights at airports. But a new pass that is starting to test this week could open borders worldwide on a much broader basis.

Costa Rica converts island prison into tourist attraction

Despite the countrys coronavirus lockdown, Costa Ricas island of San Lucas, a former penal colony with a dark history, has been newly converted into a tourist paradise, albeit with strict pandemic protocols in place.

From curbside to takeoff: A closer look at Delta's rigorous cleaning process

The VP of Operations at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York City is eager to show off Terminal 4's changes since Covid. From the plexiglass separating check-in agents to the ubiquitous social distancing signage to the antimicrobial bins for travelers' carry-ons, air travel is not what it used to be.

If You Want to Visit Hawaii and Skip Quarantine, There Are New Rules You Need to Know

As Hawaii will soon allow visitors to opt-out of a 2-week quarantine upon arrival, rules for entry are being expanded upon. Gov. David Ige announced this week that only tests from "trusted partners" — including American Family Care Urgent Care, Carbon Health, CityHealth Urgent Care, Color, CVS Health, Hawaiian Airlines, Kaiser Permanente, Quest Diagnostics, Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, Vault Health, and Walgreens — will be valid.

Some still struggling to get refunds for cancelled cruises

Like so many other cruise line passengers, an Oviedo woman claims she will lose thousands because of a COVID-19 cancellation trap. The company cancelled her cruise, then denied her a refund.

What Will Cruise Look Like Next Year? Seatrade Panelists Optimistic

Several leading cruise figures have painted an optimistic picture of where the cruise industry may one year from now, in October 2021, at the closing event of this year's Virtual Seatrade industry conference.

Supernova 1604

On this day in 1604, observers in Northern Italy witnessed a supernova taking place in the Milky Way, in the constellation Ophiuchus. Johannes Kepler, famous astronomer and mathematician, named it after himself. Visible to the unaided observer of the night sky, it was brighter than any star. It was, and still remains, only the second supernova (or exploding star) to ever be observed in the Milky Way. The only other similar occurrence was observed in 1572. Remnants of the event are still visible by specialized telescopes.

What it means when airlines get special aid

After abruptly shutting down negotiations Tuesday over the next COVID-19 relief package, President Donald Trump backtracked saying maybe some direct aid to households will happen. He also singled out airlines for some additional aid.

Which Airlines Have Resumed Flights To South Africa?

A week ago, South Africa celebrated the arrival of its first international flight in six months. Which airlines are now flying back to the African nation? And which others have stalled due to recent developments?

Condé Nast Traveler ranks Arizona hotels and resorts among best in the West

Travel publication Condé Nast Traveler has recognized a number of Arizona hotels and resorts, and even one city among the best destinations in the country and region.

Singapore introduces 'cruises to nowhere' for travel-starved locals

Move over, flights to nowhere -- cruises to nowhere may be the next big thing in Covid-safe travel. Singapore has announced that it will launch pleasure cruises that don't actually visit any ports in November 2020.

When Will Alaska Cruises Resume?

In mid-March, Canada closed its borders to foreign travelers and large vessels, including cruise ships, which effectively forced the cancellation of the Alaska cruise season in 2020.

More Major Cruise Lines Cancel Sailings Through November

Despite getting the green light from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) — albeit under murky circumstances — several major cruise lines have decided against making the grand return to sailing this November.

Register for Future of Travel webinar with Hyatt's Chief Commercial Officer

The hotel industry has faced significant challenges in light of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. Occupancy rates plummeted in the early weeks of the outbreak, and many chains extended elite status and other perks to reflect the sudden drop in travel. The impacts will likely continue for months or years to come, as COVID-19 will likely reshape the future of travel in many ways.

Intrepid Just Released 30 New Tours for Every Type of Traveler in 2021

Intrepid Travel is hoping to help travelers look forward to 2021 with a whole new slate of itineraries, as well as a guide for what travel will look like in the future, with its new “How to Go In 2021” list.

Belize Is Now Open for Tourism

Belize, the sought-after destination on the Caribbean coast of Central America has begun welcoming back travelers and is now open.

Can a virtual tour really feel like traveling?

This year has been a relentless little jerk when it comes to global crisis. This autumn, the coronavirus pandemic will be accompanied by the flu — so now more than ever, there’s reason to stay the hell at home.

Looking for a destination open for US travelers? How about Kenya?

If you’ve been planning a trip to the African continent, and want to stop at Giraffe Manor or on safari, here’s what you need to know about visiting Kenya.

How To Travel Home Safely For The Holidays

The holidays are traditionally the busiest travel time of the year but, because of the pandemic, people are wary of making the trip to visit and stay with friends or family members who haven’t been part of their bubble for the past seven months.

Hawaii pushes forward with tourism despite safety concerns

Despite increasing coronavirus cases across the U.S., Hawaii officials hope to reboot tourism next week by loosening months of economically crippling pandemic restrictions, including a mandatory 14-day quarantine for all arriving travelers.

12 Tips For Getting To Know Any Neighborhood When Traveling

Whether you’ll be there for a morning or a month, you’ll deepen your travel experience by spending an hour becoming familiar with your new surroundings, identifying spots you want to go back to, and anchoring yourself with a sense of place.

The Great Chicago Fire

One fine night when we were all in bed, Old Mrs. O'Leary left the light on in the shed... The Great Chicago Fire burned from the evening on Sunday, October 8 to the early morn on Tuesday, October 10, 1871. Legend has it that the fire started in a shed owned by Catherine O'Leary, and was instigated by a cow kicking over a lantern. However, at least some part of the legend seems to be a reporter's fabrication. The actual cause of the fire is, in fact, uncertain. The use of wood as a primary building material and the unyielding wind pressing the fire to the north contributed to the fire's spread. When the city's water facility burned down, the fire fighters were without water. Finally, the fire burned itself out, aided by rain. Some 34 blocks were burned, destroying millions in property value, and almost a third of the city's population homeless (about 90,000 residents). Fatalities numbered between two and three hundred.

Trump urges Congress to provide $25 billion bailout for U.S. airlines

U.S. President Donald Trump said late on Tuesday Congress should quickly extend $25 billion in new payroll assistance to U.S. passenger airlines furloughing thousands of workers as air travel remains down sharply amid the coronavirus pandemic.

JetBlue Airways takes top spot on list of favorite U.S. airlines

The list comes out as airlines attempt to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic that brought the industry to its knees earlier in the year.

Airline group issues distress call as projected losses reach $128B

The International Air Transport Association on Tuesday warned that airlines are on track to lose nearly $130 billion this year — significantly more than the group’s June estimate of $84 billion — because of the coronavirus crisis, and that the aviation and travel sectors will be crippled for a long time unless governments increase financial aid.

Thriving Qatar hotel sector to welcome new hotels and leisure destinations

Qatar National Tourism Council (QNTC) is proud to announce the launch of two new hotel and leisure destinations, opening late 2020 and early 2021. The country is currently undergoing an extensive tourism development strategy, as it works to diversify and build upon its offering for visitors, ahead of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022TM.

The most flexible airline and hotel loyalty programs

Travel flexibility is more important than ever during the coronavirus pandemic. Country by country and even state by state restrictions can change on a dime, so being able to cancel or change your award flight or hotel night is a huge benefit. Thankfully, most travel companies have already modified change policies in response to the pandemic, but some are still better than others.

When cruising comes back, will the buffet return with it? Here's what the cruise lines say

One question that remains unanswered about the resumption of cruising in November: Will the buffet, a cruise ship staple, ever return?

Cruise ships worldwide with more than 250 people will test all passengers, crew for COVID-19

Cruise ships that carry upward of 250 passengers have committed to testing everyone for COVID-19 ahead of boarding. Testing will be done worldwide.

The world's 10 coolest neighborhoods, according to Time Out

This year we've all been spending more time than expected in our own neighborhoods. While lockdown and safety measures have hit our city centers hard, in many places local communities have been thriving.

These are the destinations where most private jet charters are flying to

The COVID-19 pandemic has wreaked havoc across the world. Among the industries that have been brutally hit, the aviation sector has been among the worst. Even so, the private aviation segment has seen an unprecedented rise in enquiries and demand.

Love the Madonna Inn? This Instagram Tours Every Kitsch Motel in the US

A Pretty Cool Hotel Tour reviews the best kitsch and theme motels for the coolest Instagram worthy hotel vacation.

4 Travelers on Life Around the World

We catch up with women based in Venice, Cancun, Dakar, and Tokyo.

Where can you still travel with a US passport?

Once one of the world’s most powerful travel documents, the might of the US passport has shriveled during the Covid-19 pandemic.

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Founded

Founded on October 7, 1919, was the KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, the oldest airline in the world operating under its original name. The first flight was on May 17, 1920 from Croydon Airport in London to Amsterdam on a press flight. For the entire year in 1920 the airline carried only 440 passengers, but in 1921 began regular scheduled air services. KLM Royal Dutch Airlines was the first European airline to have service to New York.

American Cruise Lines: Cruising Close To Home™ New Riverboats, New Itineraries, New Protocols, and much more…

GUILFORD, CT—October 5th, 2020—American Cruise Lines looks forward to Cruising Close To Home™ again in 2021. Next year, the country’s largest domestic cruise line will have 14 new small ships exploring in over 30 U.S. states. American will introduce two new Mississippi-bound modern riverboats, 3 brand new itineraries, over 50 new shore excursions, and an array of fabulous pre and post cruise packages in famous cities across the U.S.A.

Thanksgiving bust? American, Southwest and United slash November flights

U.S. airlines face a challenging Thanksgiving with bookings at less than a quarter of where they were last year for the busiest travel period of the year.

Hawaiian Airlines resumes nonstop service between Honolulu and Las Vegas

Hawaiian Airlines has resumed nonstop flights between Honolulu and Las Vegas, the company announced. Starting Oct. 15, those visiting Hawaii will have the option to bypass the state of Hawai‘i quarantine with a pre-travel negative COVID-19 test.

American Airlines Adds Costa Rica to Preflight Covid-19 Testing Program

To inspire confidence in air travel from the coronavirus pandemic, American Airlines adds Costa Rica to the preflight Covid-19 testing program.

The best hotels in Lake Tahoe

Known for great winter sports and beautiful summers, Lake Tahoe attracts families and adventurers year-round. Here are the best hotels in the area.

Hotels.com Is Hiring a Team of "Creature Critics" to Rate Their Pet-Friendly Hotels

Most pet owners have experienced separation anxiety from their beloved fur babies at some point or another while traveling, whether it's for work or for pleasure, and, apparently, traveling with pets has become increasingly popular amid the ongoing pandemic. That being said, Hotels.com is seeking out "Creature Critics" to review their extensive list of pet-friendly hotels.

Top cruise line executive: We may never bring back the buffet

Could the cruise ship buffet be on the way out forever? One veteran cruise executive is mulling the possibility.

American Cruise Lines to debut new ship and itineraries in 2021

River cruise operator American Cruise Lines is to debut two new modern riverboats, three new itineraries and over 50 new shore excursions in 2021, along with a range of pre- and post-cruise packages across the US.

Traveling? Check Out These Must-Have Face Masks

Whether you are road-tripping across the country or going away for a long weekend in your home state, it’s important to carry a stash of masks for your trip. You want to make sure the mask is comfortable enough that you don’t mind wearing it for long stretches of time, but also stylish enough to reflect your own unique personality. Here, some that fit the bill.

Important cancellation policies and dates for 2020 holiday travel: Marriott, Airbnb, Hilton, and more

The holiday travel season is going to look very different in 2020. Many people will be weighing whether they should go anywhere at all, not just because of safety, but because of social responsibility.

A robot suitcase could replace canes and guide dogs for blind people

Negotiating an airport with its labyrinthine corridors, endless escalators and myriad gates is never easy. Now imagine doing it if you were blind.

Hotel occupancies show a spike in August as lockdown restrictions are lifted

STR, a global data intelligence gathering company, says Mumbai and Delhi recorded more than 30 percent occupancy during the month, compared to less than 10 percent occupancy during April-May. Leisure destinations like Rajasthan, Punjab, Karnataka, Goa and Kochi also witness a surge.

Spain's holiday coast need not worry as loyal fans say they will be back

ANDALUCIA has always been a refuge, an idyllic place for European tourists and loyal fans of the holiday coast. However, the pandemic has put a temporary

Picture Perfect Getaways for Long Weekends Near New York City

Whether you want culture, nature, fine dining, or classic R&R, these hotels, restaurants, stores, and cultural experiences in New York State, the Berkshires, and Litchfield Connecticut are our top destinations for a totally charming getaway.

Jason Lewis Completes His Journey

Little recognized by most people, October 6, 2007 Jason Lewis became the first human to circumnavigate the planet entirely under his own power, using no motors and no sails. A British native, Jason Lewis was born in 1967 in Yorkshire, England. He left Greenwich in July, 1994 on his Expedition 360. Using a wooden pedal boat to cross both the Atlantic and Pacific oceans, Lewis roller-bladed across North America. He was hit by a motorist in Colorado and spent nine months recovering.

Travel agents wait for the world to reopen; here's how they're staying afloat

The DRI-Voyage, as travel agent Martha S. Borawski describes it, is the travel option for people who normally like a cruise but are not getting on a plane — much less a cruise ship — anytime in the foreseeable future due to the risk of coronavirus.

Airlines forced to court leisure passengers with deals, perks and new destinations

Airlines have long depended on business passengers, who are no longer flying. Now those who occupied the back of the plane are having their day.

Congress takes another run at airline bailout; fate unclear

House Democrats on Friday proposed a new $28.8 billion bailout for the airline industry after the carriers began furloughs of more than 32,000 workers to cut costs during a pandemic that has devastated air travel.

Carnival Cruise Line Executive Details Life On Board [VIDEO]

A new video from a Carnival Cruise Line executive talks about the company’s return to cruising and shows exactly what life on their ships will look like.

5 Large Cruise Ships Resume Operations In The Mediterranean

5 large cruise ships will have resumed operation in the Mediterranean as of October 19th as MSC and Costa set standard for crusing industry.

Cruise Ships Back in Service: October Update

The cruise industry is slowly staggering a restart of operations with ships restarting operations globally at reduced capacity levels. Here are the cruise...

The 'ABC Travel Green Book' aims to redefine Black tourism in a modern way

Wanderluster Martinique Lewis has achieved a holy grail of sorts: She turned her passion for travel into a full-blown career. Lewis, who works as a content creator and diversity consultant, noticed a lack of diversity in the travel industry and grew determined to change the status quo.

The Bahamas Is Launching New Travel and Testing Protocols for Visitors

The Bahamas is set to launch a new set of travel and testing protocols that would remove the country’s existing mandatory quarantine for visitors.

Five Useful Tips To Help You Travel During The COVID Pandemic

I have travelled and flown a few times, both domestically and internationally, in the last 3 months, as soon as travel restrictions began to ease. Here are some useful tips I would like to share with you to equip you to fly safer during the COVID pandemic. This post is not meant to encourage you to travel, but more it is to share some useful hints and tips if you must fly.

Mexico’s Yucatán Tourism: Reopening with high standards of bio-security

Mexico’s state of Yucatán entered the second phase of its tourism reactivation plan in September, successfully reopening cenotes and archeological sites, including Chichén Itzá; most tourist activities and tours; and haciendas, hotels and restaurants, along with limited operation of its congress and conventions centers

Appeals court upholds ban on holding migrant kids in hotels

An appeals court refused Sunday to allow the Trump administration to resume detaining immigrant children in hotel rooms before expelling them under rules adopted during the coronavirus pandemic.

First Televised Presidential Address

On October 5, 1947, President Harry Truman made the first presidential address broadcast by television. In 1947, however, only a few thousand Americans had televisions. Therefore most Americans did not watch the event, but listened to it on radio. Truman's broadcast asked the American people to reduce the consumption of grain products so that more could be exported to Europe where years of war had devestated agricultural production.

Europe Travel: The 15 Coronavirus-Safest Christmas Trips According To European Best Destinations

Every year around this time, the European Best Destinations (EBD) organization, which is part of the European Commission’s EDEN Network ("European Destinations of Excellence") working to promote sustainable tourism on the continent, releases its approved list of beautiful European cities that host the best Christmas markets.

4 airlines have COVID testing for Hawaii travel: How and where to get one, what it costs

Travelers to Hawaii will be able to bypass quarantine with a negative COVID test. United, American, Hawaiian and Alaska airlines will offer options.

'This Is All I've Ever Known': Amid Cuts, Airline Workers Wonder Where They'll Land

Airlines have furloughed tens of thousands of employees. Now they wonder what they'll do next. For some it's a career change; for others it's finding a temporary job until the industry recovers.

Hotel Living: How Hotel Residences Are Changing Tourism

Checking out of a five-star hotel is never easy: it’s hard to say goodbye to the swish amenities; pristine suites; and your-wish-is-my-demand service. However, with more and more luxury hotels now offering private residences, some guests never have to go through the dreaded check-out process again and instead, can call the hotel—and all of its lavish trappings—their home.

This Chocolate Orange-themed Hotel Room in France Is Every Candy Lover’s Dream

If chocolate oranges are your favorite Christmas treat, you might want to start planning a trip to France for the holiday season. Club Med’s brand new ski resort, La Rosière, located in Montvalezan, in southeastern France, is debuting the world’s first chocolate orange-themed hotel room in honor of the holiday season.

Aizu: Walking in the Footsteps of Samurai Warriors

Aizu, Japan, in Fukushima Prefecture’s western side, is a wonderful region. Not only does it boast beautiful mountains, lakes and ponds, but it also has a unique samurai heritage, incredible temples and shrines and is known for its classical sake breweries.

14 Can’t-Miss Dolly Parton Landmarks

Dolly Parton has certainly made a mark on Nashville over the years. And although she was born in the Great Smoky Mountains of Eastern Tennessee, she rose to stardom in the Music City. Here are 14 iconic and important Dolly Parton landmarks to see in Nashville.

Mexico hopes US, Canadian visitors will reactivate tourism this winter

Tourists are opting for destinations that can be reached by flights of no longer than 4 1/2 hours, which could be good for Mexico.

4 Women on Getting Back Into Solo Travel After Lockdown

When Tiffani Reeves started her new role as a clinical research coordinator on an Alzheimer's disease project in March, she knew it was going to be tough. Just a few days later, she was working from home, where she lives alone, turning it into an office, living space, and safe haven all in one.

What type of a traveler are you?

For some, traveling is a journey to self-discovery, while for others, traveling is to explore newness – cultures, environments, culinary, people, cities, etc. There are also some, who just travel to complete their bucket list or their social media feeds.

What you can expect from South African travel over the coming months: experts

The Flight Centre Travel Group says that while the gradual reopening of South Africa’s borders from 1 October is a welcome announcement, travel is set to become much more complex in the months to come.

Fall Foliage Alert: Why This Quintessential New England Town Should Be On Your Travel List

Lenox is the quintessential small town you see in the movies—people jogging down the street, families eating ice cream, lots of strollers and people carrying yoga mats, everyone appears friendly and says hi.

Here Are The First Cruises Set to Sail In November

The cruise industry's voluntary pause in the United States combined with the CDC's 'No Sail' order both now come to end on Oct. 31, meaning the possibility...

Princess Cruises welcomes its new 3,660-passenger ship, Enchanted Princess

The Enchanted Princess is a 3,660-guest vessel that was scheduled to make its debut in June 2020. It was officially handed over to Princess Cruises at the Fincantieri Shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy, according to a press release.

Peanuts

On October 2, 1950, seven newspapers which included the Seattle Times, the Washington Post, and the Chicago Tribune, ran the very first Peanuts comic strip written and illustrated by Charles M. Schulz. The strip and its associated books, merchandise, and television specials earned its creator over one billion dollars. Lucy, Linus, Snoopy and, of course, Charlie Brown are American icons. The comic strip ran until February 13, 2000, the day after Shultz died. His work has been translated into 21 languages.

As Layoffs Of More Than 30,000 Workers Begin, U.S. Airlines Will Never Be The Same

With a more than $1 trillion gap in their economic stimulus proposals and a truckload of distrust between the White House and Republican-controlled Senate and the Democrat-controlled House, layoffs affecting 30,000 to as many as 50,000 employees of U.S. airlines are scheduled to begin Thursday.

Japan Airlines Will Begin Using Gender-Neutral Phrases When Addressing Passengers

Japan Airlines has announced new terminology to be used when addressing passengers in airports and on aircraft, and “ladies and gentlemen” is no longer part of the script. Instead, beginning Oct. 1, the airline will use gender-friendly expressions, such as “attention all passengers” and “welcome, everybody.” The phrases are already gender-neutral when spoken in Japanese and will likely go unnoticed to most Japanese-speaking customers, but the changes will apply to other languages used by the airline.

You and your pet could get a job reviewing the world's best pet-friendly hotels for free

The pandemic has most certainly changed the way people think about travel. Now, before heading out the door, many first weigh their options on driving vs. flying, check in on their destination's health and safety protocols, and according to Hotels.com, more travelers than ever before are seeking out pet-friendly accommodations too.

CDC: No cruises until at least November amid Covid pandemic

Cruise ships will be barred from sailing in U.S. waters for at least another month, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced late Wednesday, extending its "no sail" order through October.

False Alarm: Multiple Re-Tests Confirm No Virus on Cruise Ship

It was terrible news for both the line, which has taken extreme health and safety precautions in a cautious return to service, and the industry as a whole as it attempts to restart after months of shutdown due to the global pandemic. By Tuesday afternoon, the crew members who tested positive had been re-tested three times with each test coming back negative.

Maldives set to become world's first country to offer a traveler loyalty program

They won't just be for airlines and hotels anymore -- Maldives is on track to become the first country in the world to have its own hospitality loyalty program. The Maldives Border Miles program will reportedly have three tiers: Abaarana (Gold), Antara (Silver) and Aida (Bronze). The three names all come from Divehi, the Indian Ocean nation's primary local language.

Why You Need a Travel Agent Now More Than Ever | Inside the Magic

The holiday season is quickly approaching, with many of the Disney Parks worldwide already celebrating Halloween and fall. Since July, Walt Disney World Resort has welcomed Guests back to the magic, and now, hopeful travelers are itching to get back to the Most Magical Place on Earth just in time for the most wonderful time of the year — Christmas!

Singapore Airlines has cancelled its proposed 'flights to nowhere' after criticism from environmental campaigners

In September, Business Insider's Evan Sully reported that the airline was planning to offer three-hour sightseeing trips that would both take off from and land at Singapore's Changi Airport. SIA has now released a statement saying the plans will not come to fruition.

No one wanted to travel with me, so I went on vacation with a total stranger

In a year of lockdowns, flight bans and general coronavirus chaos, there are still some options for people seeking overseas adventures. But what happens if you are the only one in your friend group willing to travel during these strange times?

Japan Begins to Reopen Its Borders for International Travel

Japan is slowly beginning to reopen its borders, but it will still be some time until it welcomes tourists back.

What it’s really like to go on a rail tour during the pandemic

With air travel limited by quarantine rules and many of us choosing to take a UK staycation rather than head abroad, a great British rail trip could be the answer to planning a holiday for 2021.

Disney World Opens

Walt Disney World Resort opened on this date near Orlando, Florida in 1971. As the largest recreational resort in the world, Walt Disney World Resort now consists of four theme parks, two waterparks and 28 resorts. Walt Disney began looking for an appropriate location as early as 1959. Unhappy with the many businesses that had cropped up around Ahaheim Disneyland, Walt Disney wanted a much larger parcel of land to control the development in the immediate vicinity of his project. To avoid rampant land speculation, he purchased land under dummy corporations for years. His first choice near Sanford, Florida rejected his early overtures. Disney died in 1966 and did not see the completion of his visionary project.

As American, United, other airlines roll out passenger testing for COVID-19, here's what you need to know

Airlines hope a breakthrough to reassure passengers worried about contracting the coronavirus on flights is finally coming – the ability to offer testing.

South African airline asks public to come up with new name; winner will receive year's worth of free flights

What about “Airline Airlines”? That one’s not taken, is it? A brand new airline based in South Africa is looking for a name, and they’re willing to reward whomever submits the winning idea with a year’s worth of free travel.

TikTok Famous Flight Attendant Reveals 13 Airline And Hotel Hacks You Need To Know

Even during the coronavirus pandemic, many flight attendants are still on the go, flying around the country and staying in hotels. Salt Lake City-based flight attendant Kat Kamalani has gone viral for her series of TikTok videos with highly informative hotel and airplane hacks.

Cruise Ship Ban: CDC and White House Set To Decide Future By Friday

Although the Centers for Disease Control hoped to extend its current cruise ship ban into 2021, it appears the White House will likely nix that notion.

COVID scare on cruise ship in Mediterranean is false alarm, line says

Twelve crew members tested positive for COVID-19 this week on one of the first cruise vessels to resume sailings in the Mediterranean. But subsequent tests came back negative.

Viking Unveils New Itineraries for Its Mississippi River Cruise Debut

Viking has pulled back the curtain a bit more on its hotly awaited Mississippi River debut, unveiling a brand-new holiday itinerary and more details about its lead vessel in the Americas, Viking Mississippi.

Hotel job losses will double without more federal help, operators warn

Michael Jacobson, president of the Illinois Hotel & Lodging Association, is pleading for help from Congress and urging Illinois and Chicago to relax a 50-person ceiling on gatherings as a way to boost hotel room stays.

Amazon launches a virtual tours and experience platform, Amazon Explore

Amazon today is launching a new service called Amazon Explore that allows customers to book live, virtual experiences led by local experts. The experiences may be focused on creativity, learning DIY skills, taking virtual tours of far-off places or cultural landmarks or, in some cases, shopping local boutiques from around the world.

Everything You Need to Know About Safe Travel to Mexico's Beach Destinations

The best beach destinations in Mexico have been through some challenges this year, but thanks to quick action and firm leadership, Mexico travel restrictions are being lifted and Mexico family vacations have resumed across the country. Travelers who desire to vacation in Cabo San Lucas and Puerto Vallarta might wonder "Is it safe to travel to Mexico right now?", but research shows how Mexico beach destinations are protecting travelers and putting fears to rest.

Make a Pit-Stop at these Quirky Roadside Attractions

There are so many things to love about a good old-fashioned road trip. From the incredible vastness of the nation’s ever-changing landscapes to the simple thrill of cruising down a highway to your favorite tunes, there’s nothing quite like a classic road trip experience.

The Best Places to Go Stargazing Around the World

Dark skies and bright stars are the main attraction at the top stargazing spots around the world. Here are 10 of the best places to see stars.

4 Things To Do In Broome On Your Next Trip To Western Australia

With Western Australia’s borders currently closed to help prevent the spread of Covid-19—only essential travelers are allowed into the state with a permit while a mandatory 14-day quarantine is being enforced for Australian citizens returning from overseas—it’s been a good excuse for WA residents to book a staycation and explore their own backyards.

Local travelers react to Florida’s decision to lift all COVID-19 restrictions

Traveling to Florida now is much more of a concern now that Florida’s governor has lifted all COVID-19 restrictions. You wouldn’t know we were still in a pandemic down in Florida. You don’t need a mask, and bars and restaurants are back to full capacity and it has many people concerned about traveling there and those who come to Massachusetts.

James Dean Dies

Iconic actor James Byron Dean died on this date in 1955 from injuries sustained in a head-on motor vehicle accident. Best know for his role in Rebel Without a Cause, Dean symbolized the rebelliousness of youth for a generation. Although only 24 years old at his death, Dean was nominated for two Academy Awards, both posthumously, even though he appeared in only three films his entire career. He was buried at Park Cemetery in Fairmount, Indiana.

You Could Win a Year of Free Flights by Naming South Africa's New Airline

In a time when many travel companies struggle to stay afloat, South Africa is set to debut a new airline that will offer domestic flights starting this winter. There’s only one thing missing for the big launch: a name for the new carrier. Instead of seeking the advice of business professionals, the airline has turned to the public, launching a competition to find the best name.

3-year-old with autism banned from airline over not wearing mask, Chicago family says

A Chicago family says their 3-year-old boy with autism has been banned from an airline since he would not wear a mask.

American faces jail in Thailand over hotel review

He was sued by the resort under the country's strict anti-defamation laws. Wesley Barnes, who works in Thailand, had posted several reviews on different platforms allegedly accusing the resort of "modern day slavery".

Live like Rajasthani royalty at this 475-year-old palace hotel

Set in the rugged hills of Rajasthan, the Samode Palace is an architectural gem that dates back nearly five centuries. An hour's drive from state capital Jaipur, the structure has been through several incarnations over its long history.

'Possible false alarm': Crew who tested positive on cruise in Greece have tested negative twice

On Monday, Greek authorities said 12 crew members of a Maltese-flagged cruise ship on a Greek island tour with more than 1,500 people on board had tested positive for the coronavirus and have been isolated on board The Mein Schiff 6, operated by TUI Cruises.

Cunard's Iconic World Cruise Is Coming Back to Take You to 16 Countries in 2022

Here’s something to look forward to: tickets for one of the most epic journeys of 2022 are now on sale. Last week, Cunard began bookings for a 2022 world cruise aboard the Queen Mary 2, a 118-night journey from New York and back by way of the Suez Canal.

Adapting Adventure Travel For A Changing World

Tristan Hamm sat on the coast of Oregon around a pulsing, orange campfire. The rhythmic sounds of DJ Samuel Lawrence danced through the background as a haze from West Coast wildfires enveloped Hamm’s small crew of adventurers and Lawrence’s makeshift DJ booth. Together, Hamm’s group had trekked from Los Angeles to Oregon just as the summer’s fire season descended in earnest. With no way out but to skirt around the blaze, the team was making the best of things.

Discover Jamaica by Bike to showcase Caribbean cycling options

Director of tourism, Donovan White, and members of the Jamaica Cycling Association will crank up through the gears as they partake in the first leg of Discover Jamaica by Bike.

China’s most popular holiday travel destination is in Wuhan, the onetime COVID epicenter

China’s October National Day holiday will mark the country’s largest movement of people since before the pandemic, providing a chance for China to definitively show that life is back to normal in the country where COVID-19 first emerged.

5 Reasons Why Switzerland Is The Perfect Family Destination

Home to mountains, lakes, plains and valleys, Switzerland is the ultimate combination of modern cities and towns and gorgeous countryside, allowing you to enjoy the best of both worlds. While children are usually bursting with energy, planning activities that allow you to have fun and relax is just as important. If you’re looking for ways to make the most of your getaway to Switzerland, here’s a handy guide to help you out!

Private jets are more accessible than ever. Here's how to hire one

These Covid-era days, fewer people want to sit on a plane literally rubbing elbows with strangers, so they're looking for alternative ways to travel that minimize close contact. For journeys where driving or taking a train are impractical, there's another alternative that may actually be more accessible than most people think: flying a private jet.

Postpone travels to Canada, as travel restrictions extended till Halloween

Canada has decided to once again extend travel restriction to foreign travelers till October 31, i.e., until Halloween. More on Times Travel.

Washington National Cathedral

Construction on the Washington National Cathedral was begun on this date in 1907. Located at Wisconsin and Massachusetts Avenues in Washington, DC, the National Cathedral is a Gothic edifice belonging to the Episcopal Church USA. President Theodore Roosevelt presided over the laying of the foundation stone and construction continued for 83 years. The Catheral is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Katarina Line’s Educational Videos and Webinars Help Travel Advisors Sell Croatia’s Small Ship Cruises in Age of COVID-19

For Croatia’s premier small ship cruise company, Katarina Line, “every challenge is an opportunity to educate industry partners and help them grow their business,” says Daniel Hauptfeld, the company’s marketing director. For many years, the company maintained a demanding trade show schedule that allowed them to meet one-on-one with travel advisors in Europe and throughout the United States and Canada. COVID-19 changed the travel landscape in 2020, forcing the cancellation of most industry trade shows and creating unique new challenges to client-partner relationships that are at the heart of Katarina Line’s success. Travel Advisors account for more than 98% of all their bookings worldwide.

American Airlines CEO 'confident' Congress will reach deal on federal aid for carriers

Despite the looming threat of furloughs for the airline industry set to begin at the end of this week, American Airlines CEO Doug Parker said Sunday that he is still hopeful Congress will reach an agreement on a new round of coronavirus stimulus that would provide aid to the nation's air carriers.

Which Of The World's Longest Routes Are Still In Operation?

Last year was a fantastic year for ultra-long-haul international routes. Singapore Airlines kept flying the worlds’ longest route, Qantas selected the Airbus A350-1000 for its impending Project Sunrise flights, and the Boeing 777X looked promising to open up a plethora of new long and ultra-long-haul routes.

Man Jailed In Thailand For Negative Hotel Review

Thailand has some of the strictest defamation laws in the world. An American man living in Thailand is experiencing this firsthand right now, as he’s being sued for a negative hotel review that he left online.

This Luxury Hotel Has the World’s First Baklava Butler

Shangri-La Istanbul, Bosphorus in Istanbul, Turkey is breaking new ground by offering guests the world’s first Baklava Butler. While there are some hotels around the world who offer a robotic snack or wine butler, this new offering is a true treat served with a side of history.

Sea changes: A preview of the new COVID-related cruise restrictions

Health experts advising some of the world’s biggest cruise brands on how to restart cruising unveiled recommendations this week that included a call to significantly restrict passenger movements during port stops.

10 cruise ship tips from a former cruise director

You can find a lot of great cruise tips out there, but tips from a former cruise ship employee come from a lot of experience onboard. Kabir Rathaur-Bageria is a former Cruise Director for Carnival, P&O Australia and Marella Cruises on Celebrity Cruises, and has been working on ships for 5 years. He now runs his own podcast, Keeping Afloat.

Second Cruise Line Will Resume Operations In Australia

A second cruise ship will resume operations in Australia on October 14th as the industry looks to recover.

Philippines dream journey: Exploring Palawan's stunning islands on a traditional fishing boat

Palawan has been called the "best island in the world" and the Philippines' "last biodiversity frontier." Sitting at the southwestern edge of the archipelago, the remote island province doesn't disappoint.

50 Best Trips For Solo Female Travel (And Why Now Is The Time To Go)

A global pandemic might not seem like the most ideal time to go on vacation, but solo female travel is on the rise. Witness the explosion in interest that Overseas Adventure Travel has seen: More than 24,000 single travelers have booked trips for 2021, with women-only departures growing in popularity.

The Best Travel Bags for Wherever You're Headed

A rolling carry-on is perfect for more than just flying. Whether going by air, road, or rail, here is our favorite luggage.

Italy Travel: 3 Of The Best Winery Farmhouse Stays In Chianti Tuscany

I am sitting facing Chianti countryside on a balmy, cricket-filled September night. Like a triptych painting in a portrait gallery a ripple of hills stretch before me, lit up by sparkling villages along its crest.

You Can Swim With Whales Under the Midnight Sun Thanks to This Epic New Tour in Iceland

There are trips, and there are dream trips. Black Tomato’s newest adventure in Iceland firmly falls in the latter.

The Norman Invasion

For eight months, the Duke of Normandy's ships were prevented from sailing to England because of unfavorable winds. King Harold of England amassed his army early, but the long wait for the Duke of Normandy's army took its toll. The harvest season meant many of his soldiers needed to return home. His army began to fall apart. On September 27th, the winds finally shifted and on September 28th, 1066 William I, the Duke of Normandy, landed in England. He built a fort at Hastings and there met the English Anglo-Saxon armies in battle. During the frey, Harold was killed. William I, better known as William the Conqueror, would be proclaimed King of England.

Thousands Of Airline Workers Facing Unemployment As Aid Package Stalls In Congress

The clock is ticking for tens of thousands of pilots, flight attendants, mechanics and other airline employees who will likely lose their jobs if Congress doesn't extend airline aid by Oct. 1.

United Airlines reschedules flight for Jewish customer concerned about Yom Kippur conflict

It's not every day that an airline reschedules a flight following a customer's complaint — but United Airlines is making an exception. United representative Robert Einhorn confirmed in an email to USA TODAY that the airline changed the departure time for one of its Tel Aviv flights after a customer expressed concern about missing the flight due to her religious obligations for Yom Kippur.

World’s Five Largest Hotel Chains Lost Over $25 Billion: Is The Hotel Industry On The Brink Of Collapse?

The coronavirus pandemic has affected every sector across the globe, and the hotel industry is among the hardest hit. Even the big chains. Although hotels implemented increased safety and sanitation measures and cautiously reopened for the summer travel season, recovery to pre-COVID-19 levels could take years.

Marriott falls behind on payments for 122 hotels, property owner says

The owner of more than 100 Marriott hotel properties is threatening to terminate its agreement with the chain and re-brand the properties with another company due to a payment shortfall.

Finland Uses Coronavirus-Sniffing Dogs at Airport

Finland is now using specially trained dogs that can detect the coronavirus at its main international airport in Helsinki.

When Will U.S. Cruises Resume?

When the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a no-sail order in March, nobody expected cruises would still be suspended six months later. The biggest question on our vacation-starved minds right now is: when will sailings resume in the U.S.?

'Urgent Need for Ships to Start Sailing' from Florida, Federal Maritime Commission Says

A report issued by U.S. Federal Maritime Commissioner Louis E. Sola says there is an urgent need for the cruise industry to resume sailing from Florida's cruise ports, citing staggering losses to revenue, local employment and the contributions cruise passengers make to other tourism sectors such as the airline and hospitality industries.

Here’s Why Rapid Testing For Hawaii Flights Might Just Save Travel

Yesterday United Airlines announced it would begin offering rapid COVID-19 testing at San Francisco Airport for passengers traveling to Hawaii. Results take around 15 minutes. This is just one airport, for flights on one airline to one destination – and yet it may just be a watershed moment for travel in the era of COVID.

7 Bucket List Worthy Trip Ideas For Outdoor Enthusiasts

For some, the thought of lying around on a beach sipping a fruity cocktail is unimaginable as an ideal vacation. While of course, everyone has their own definition of “relax and unwind,” there’s a certain population that experiences this through the thrill of active pursuits.

These weird pandemic travel rules go beyond masks: How about washing your elbows?

How many of these rules are there for our actual safety? And how many are there just to make us feel safe?

Use These Sites for Real-Time COVID Travel Restrictions

Let’s first acknowledge that if you don’t have to travel right now, you should definitely stay home. But if you absolutely must travel, it’s important to have up-to-date information about what’s going on with COVID-19 at your planned destination.

Sandra Day O'Connor Appointed to Supreme Court

President Ronald Reagan appointed Sandra Day O'Connor to the United States Supreme Court, the first woman to hold the position, on this day in 1981. A judge from Arizona, O'Connor was notable for her moderate political views and votes from the bench. She retired on January 31, 2006, replaced by Samuel Alito. She is now the Chancellor of the College of William and Mary in Virginia.

United Airlines to be first U.S. airline with COVID-19 testing program for passengers

United Airlines will be the first U.S. airline to roll out a COVID-19 testing program for passengers. Starting October 15, flyers from San Francisco bound for Hawaii will be given the option to order an at-home testing kit or reserve a time for a rapid test at the airport.

Airline passengers want to see barriers to boost confidence: industry executives

Pandemic-related trends could include more private business class seating on narrowbody planes and adding touchless lavatory features

American And United Roll Out New Digital Tools For Passengers

American and United have separately rolled out new digital tools to help passengers navigate a unique travel experience. While American’s is app-based, United has rolled out a new online search map for flights. Here are the latest tools available to passengers.

In a Covid-19 world, what's next for deluxe, all-you-can-eat buffets?

David Yeskel remembers the days of yore with packed shows and crowded casinos and, especially, all-you-can-eat buffets. Yeskel, a Las Vegas travel writer known as "The Vegas Guru," remembers the endless supplies of caviar at the Bellagio. The Peking duck pancakes made to order at the Wynn.

23 Hotel Cocktails To Make This Fall

Nothing goes better with crisp air and a cozy sweater than a fall cocktail. Whether your seasonal preference be pumpkin spice, sweet chestnuts or tart apples, we found Forbes Travel Guide-approved hotel bars that will help you capture those flavors in a glass.

Royal Caribbean Announces Sweeping Updates to 2021 Summer Cruises

Royal Caribbean International has announced a number of upcoming changes in itineraries and homeports to its summer 2021 cruises. Highlights of the updated summer cruises for 2021 include new four- and five-night Mediterranean getaways from Barcelona, and more time in the Caribbean with ships sailing from additional U.S. cruise ports next summer including Tampa, Fla. and San Juan, Puerto Rico.

Luxury cruise line's all-inclusive voyage includes medical evacuation, cost of emergency transportation home

A new luxury cruise line is going overboard with its amenities. Atlas Ocean Voyages is scheduled to begin sailing next year, and when it does, it will provide emergency medical evacuation insurance and return-to-home insurance for all its passengers.

Hotel, travel industries continue push for aid

RESTAURANTS, HOTELS, TRAVEL INDUSTRY BEAT ON, BOATS AGAINST THE CURRENT: There’s little sign that Congress is near a breakthrough on a coronavirus relief package, but the restaurants, hotels, airlines and the travel industry are continuing to lobby for one.

Pandemic travel collapse exposes booking industry’s business secrets

Their travel agency, swamped with coronavirus cancellations, had abruptly closed its doors and disconnected its phone lines – and refused to pay the hotel for the room even though Belcher had already paid the agency in full for the trip.

30 Countries Americans Can Actually Travel To Right Now

Shame about that U.S. passport. In 2014, it was the best passport to have in the world: Americans had more visa-free destinations available to them than passport holders in any other country.

Log on in paradise: The exotic destinations inviting remote workers

Working from home has become the new normal for many of us due to the Covid-19 pandemic. While some have struggled to adapt to this new working mode, others have come to the welcome realization that their job requirements can be completed from anywhere and are beginning to explore their options.

Travel advisory lowered for Mexico but border restrictions remain

The U.S. State Department has downgraded its travel advisory warning for all of Mexico, but travel restrictions still remain on the Southwest border due to the COVID-19 pandemic, which forbids all travel except for essential workers.

The First National Monument

The 1859 Yellowstone Expedition first reported the find of an amazing rock formation, known by local Native Americans as the "Bear's Lodge". On September 24, 1906, President Theodore Roosevelt proclaimed Devils Tower, Wyoming the first National Monument of the United States. The tower is an igneous (fire formed) intrusion of rock from which the surrounding, softer materials have eroded. The monolith may be a volcanic plug from a long-ago disappeared volcano.

White House unveils a new relief bill strategy to avoid mass airline worker layoffs, schedule cuts

The Trump administration indicated Tuesday that it would support separate funding measures to provide more financial relief for airlines, a move that could stave off layoffs of thousands of workers and drastic cuts to flight schedules.

Italian airline Alitalia offers 'COVID-tested flights' to prevent coronavirus spread

Forget in-flight meals – one airline is offering a new kind of must-have freebie. Italian carrier Alitalia hopes to protect passengers from COVID-19 by testing travelers for the viral disease before they board select flights.

How the Hotel Gym Is Adapting to COVID-19

From private workout spaces to a Mirror in every room, the hotel gym is adapting to the pandemic—and making fitness more appealing.

Cruise lines plan to ban passengers from freely roaming port cities

COVID-19 precautions proposed by the cruise industry also require passengers and crew members to take coronavirus tests; allow fewer passengers on ships; provide for temperatures to be checked frequently; and require face masks at terminals and on ships whenever social distancing is not possible.

SICK Sensors Help with Social Distancing Aboard

SICK is supporting the cruise industry with new sensors with intelligent LiDAR sensor technology, combined with the new SICK SensorApps PeopleCounter and DistanceGuard.

What it's like on a cruise ship during the pandemic: Reporter's Notebook

I've covered plenty of cruise ship stories during the coronavirus pandemic for ABC. I was there at a port outside Rome for one of the first suspected COVID-19 cases on a cruise ship, and again in Japan for nearly two weeks standing beside the Diamond Princess cruise ship when more than 700 people were infected on board.

This new tool shows you real-time COVID-19 requirements for international and domestic travel

The year is winding down, and the end of the coronavirus pandemic can’t come a day too soon. Unfortunately, that day likely won’t come with the new year; experts believe that COVID-19 may be here to stay for some time longer.

Can airport testing and Covid immunity passports unlock travel?

In the current Covid-created travel maze, passengers face constantly shifting rules as airports, countries and even airlines impose their own restrictions on who can cross international borders.

6 Items to Add to Your Packing List for COVID-Era Travel

You don’t need a travel writer to tell you that the way you travel has dramatically changed due to the coronavirus pandemic. The items on your packing list may also need to change.

The Riskiest Places For Infection And Safest Ways To Travel, From Experts

When thinking about how to minimise risk of exposure to Covid-19, particularly through the upcoming winter months, experts have discovered the three riskiest places to go in any town and the safest ways to travel, when choosing between the plane, train and car.

The impact of Covid-19 on Irish whiskey tourism

Tourism has played a central role in Irish whiskey’s success with distilleries welcoming hundreds of thousands of visitors. But how will lockdowns and travel restrictions affect the category’s future?

Lewis and Clark Return

Setting off on August 31, 1803, Meriwether Lewis and William Clark explored the lands west of St. Louis acquired by the United States in the Louisiana Purchase from France. Commissioned by President Thomas Jefferson, the expedition sought to explore the Missouri River and the Indian tribes, as well as the flora and fauna of the region. The party of 33 lost only one of its members along the way due to appendicitis. The expedition was also accompanied by "Seaman", Lewis' black Newfoundland dog. For some portion of the way, they were guided by Native American woman Sacagawea of the Shoshone nation. The "Corps of Discovery" returned three years later on September 23, 1806, having accomplished their mission.

Families Weighing Pros And Cons Of Pandemic Airline Travel

With the holiday season fast approaching, you may be wondering does it make sense to travel again? The travel industry is offering deep discounts – and unprecedented flexibility.

Alaska Airlines Will Block Middle Seats Through Thanksgiving

Alaska Airlines has announced that it will extend its policy to block middle seats through Thanksgiving. Previously, the carrier planned on ceasing its blocked middle seat policy at the end of October.

Baby Born on Flight to London Gets Lifetime Ticket From Airline

A newborn baby will get an early taste of what it’s like to navigate the fine print in airline agreements. A woman gave birth on an EgyptAir flight from Cairo to London last week, and the company says her child will receive free flights for life.

US airline employees report lower rate of COVID-19 infection than public, CEOs say

As people debate whether air travel is safe amid the pandemic, major U.S. airline CEOs are presenting new infection information about their employees.

What it's like to stay at a Hilton, Marriott and Hyatt hotel during the COVID-19 pandemic

Salivating at the buffet table, eagerly awaiting your sizzling omelette to be done. Cramming into a crowded elevator with a long weekend's worth of luggage in tow. Debating if you should go for the Peanut M&M's or Twix minibar purchase.

These hotels offer safe and sanitary in-room spa treatments

Are you longing for a spa vacation but are afraid of COVID-19? These resorts offer in-room treatments.

Report: Failure of Luxe Rodeo Drive Hotel foreshadows 'tsunami' of hotel closures

The upscale Luxe Rodeo Drive hotel has closed, a casualty of a pandemic that is likely to put more hotels out of business, it was reported Monday.

The cruise industry will implement these COVID-19 precautions: testing, masks, ventilation, more

The cruise industry has announced mandatory changes designed to make it safe to sail during the COVID-19 pandemic – ideally by the end this year.

Princess Cruises Sells Two Cruise Ships

Princess Cruises this week announced that they are selling two of their older Sun-class cruise ships. The announcement confirmed what had previously been rumored, that both the Sea Princess and Sun Princess were leaving the fleet.

Four Travel And Hospitality Trends Emerging From The Pandemic

Travel was one of the hardest-hit industries during the first 100 days of the pandemic. Several months later, air travel is ticking up, and hotel occupancy rates have improved since reaching lows in April. However, as travel resumes, it has a whole new look for both travelers and service providers.

TSA launches 'Prohibitive Items Week' to prevent travel troubles

The TSA is doing something for the first time this week to prevent passengers from getting in trouble by launching Prohibitive Items Week to alert you to what you can and can’t bring on a plane.

Europe’s New COVID-19 Travel Rules, Explained

The latest European travel restrictions—and the European Commission’s proposal to limit the use of quarantines.

European travel and tourism bodies call for better response to COVID-19

The open letter to the President of the European Commission has called for the development of an EU COVID-19 testing protocol for travel.

Nathan Hale Executed

On September 21, 1776, British forces on the island of New York captured American spy Nathan Hale who had slipped behind the enemy front to report on British movements. The city was in flames and the British rounded up scores of citizens. Hale carried incriminating papers on him and was tricked by a British loyalist pretending to be an American patriot into confession. On September 22, 1776, British officers presided over Hale's execution by hanging. Tradition has it that the American's last words were "I regret that I have but one life to give for my country." Nathan Hale was 21 years old at his death.

Industry Continues to Attract & Prep New Agents Ahead of Rebound

FRAMINGHAM, MA, SEPTEMBER 21, 2020 – The Travel Institute reports continued high interest in new agent training as the pandemic and economic issues prompt career changes in and outside the industry and as early signs of an industry rebound continue. “While travel has been on hold for many, interest in a travel career is most definitely not,” shared Patty Noonan, CTC, director of sales for The Travel Institute. “I am getting inquiries from all walks and stages of life—yoga instructors, teachers, chefs, real estate agents, retired couples and more—all asking about pursuing a flexible business model and career in travel,” explained Noonan, who regularly advises potential new agents. In some cases, Noonan said, individuals are looking to complement their current, primary business. “Some see travel as a way to not only open up new opportunities and new revenue streams, but also as a way to solidify client relationships and build additional loyalty more broadly.”

Airline CEOs plead with Washington as layoffs loom

The race to prevent massive airline layoffs in October is heating up with CEOs and union leaders pleading with the White House and Congress to reach a deal for more industry aid.

Covid-19 Can Spread On Long Airline Flights, Per Two New Studies

While the airline industry has touted flying as a low-risk activity during the coronavirus pandemic, two new international studies strongly suggest that Covid-19 is transmissable on long-haul airline flights.

Spirit Airlines reiterates mask policy, CDC standards after passenger refuses to swap gaiter

Spirit Airlines reiterated its policy of wearing only masks approved by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention after a passenger refused to wear anything other than his neck gaiter, which does not meet CDC standards.

Hawai‘i Hotels Continue to Struggle in August

The hotel industry in Hawai‘i continues to struggle mightily amid the COVID-19 pandemic, as August numbers dipped significantly year over year.

LEGO Butlers, Bird Whisperers, And Sandcastle Concierges: 33 Surprising Hotel Jobs

The traditional hotel concierge can do a lot to help guests have an excellent stay. They can score hard-to-get reservations or front-row-seat tickets and point the way to the best a destination has to offer. In the past few years, however, hotels have been stepping up their “concierge game” as they seek to meet the needs of a well-connected and more demanding traveling public.

Tests, masks, temperature checks: 'Healthy Sail Panel' submits 74 COVID-19 cruise recommendations to CDC

It's not news that cruising will be different when ships return to U.S. waters as cruise operators seek to ensure passengers' safety. But the question of just what a cruise vacation will look like in the COVID-19 era has lingered during a more than six-month industry-wide pause.

Carnival Cruise Line Terminates Thousands of Crew Members and Senior Shipboard Officers

Carnival Cruise Line is taking steps to terminate and/or not renew the contracts of employment of several thousands of officers and crew members throughout its fleet, according to several crew members who wish to remain anonymous.

Royal Caribbean CEO warns of anti-cruise group using CDC website to try to extend no sail order

According to the CEO of a major cruise line, an anti-cruise group is attempting to flood the CDC website in an apparent attempt to pressure the organization into extending the no-sail order. In an attempt to counteract the group’s efforts, the CEO is asking fans of the cruise line for help.

Cancun Has Become One Of Top Destinations in The World During the Pandemic

Cancun has become one of the most popular destinations in the world during the pandemic and more airlines are adding connectivity to keep up.

The Philippines revealed as 100th destination to receive WTTC Safe Travels stamp

The World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) has announced that in just three short months, 100 destinations are now using its ‘Safe Travels’ stamp, with the Philippines becoming the official 100th destination. The widespread adoption of the stamp demonstrates that WTTC and all its global members have the safety and hygiene of travellers as their top priority.

The Hobbit

On this day in 1937, J.R.R. Tolkien published The Hobbit, or There and Back Again. The story follows the character of Bilbo Baggins as he goes on a quest with other of the inhabitants of Middle Earth to capture treasure guarded by the dragon, Smaug. On his way, Bilbo stumbles onto the One Ring, a powerful artifact from another age that is the centerpiece of Tolkien's Lord of the Rings trilogy. The Hobbit received wide critical acclaim and is today the topic of much discussion and debate both in popular culture and in scholarly circles.

Hawaii tentatively reopening to tourists October 15

For the fourth time in as many months, the state of Hawaii announced plans to reopen to tourists who have negative Covid-19 test results.

Morocco to Reopen Borders to Travelers From U.S., 66 Other countries

Morocco has seen nearly 80,000 coronavirus cases and nearly 1,500 deaths.

'Tsunami' of hotel closures is coming, experts warn

The Luxe Rodeo Drive is the first L.A.-area luxury hotel to go out of business because of the pandemic. An unusually high loan delinquency rate may mean more hotel closures are likely to follow.

Airline workers have lower rates of COVID-19 than the general population — and airline CEOs say it's proof that flying is safe

The coronavirus spreads when people are in close quarters for extended periods of time, breathing the same air with little space between them. So you might expect airplanes to be the perfect environment for the transmission.

As airlines begin selling middle seats again, it's time to remember nobody owns the armrests

Arm rests are not yours. They're ours. Just like the space behind you, they must be shared and negotiated with your fellow passengers.

Why Another Government Grant To US Airlines Is Good Economic Policy

The first CARES Act provided aid to US airlines in three ways: subsidies to keep people employed, loan opportunity for those who couldn’t get enough help in the private markets, and a temporary suspension of the 7.5% excise tax usually levied on all airline tickets.

Southwest Extends Middle Seat Blocking to Nov. 30

Southwest Airlines will continue to block off middle seats in airplane cabins through at least Nov. 30, accommodating Thanksgiving travelers.

COVID-19 tanked the hotel business. Workers of color are feeling the biggest squeeze

Coronavirus hit the hospitality industry especially hard. Blue-collar, mostly Black and Latino employees face long-term damage to their financial futures.

Hotel Cleanliness Policies in the Time of COVID-19

COVID-19 has posed challenges never seen before by the hotel industry, requiring owners, managers, and brands to take new precautions to keep both guests and staff safe. The industry faced the added challenge of not only creating a safe lodging environment but also creating the impression of security to give guests the confidence to travel again.

Intrepid Launches New International Tours to Get Families Traveling Again

In September, global tour operator Intrepid Travel launched new family-friendly trips all over the world in response to what it calls “unprecedented demand” for family tours. In a statement, the company explained, these retreat-style tours come with “safety and quality as top priorities.”

Cyprus only 'normal-holiday' destination with no masks, empty beaches & 35C heat

CYPRUS is one of the last remaining destinations where Brits can have a "normal" holiday experience, with no masks, quiet beaches and soaring temperatures of 35C.

Air Canada Is Offering Free Insurance If You Get COVID-19 While Travelling Internationally

Would you travel during a pandemic? The new Air Canada insurance offer will make sure your expenses are covered if you get COVID-19 while travelling internationally. Plus it's free when you book a flight.

5 tips to help you enjoy your next holiday

Congratulations! You’ve made it through the past six months in one piece, despite the many challenges of staying safe and keeping everyone happy. Now it’s time to reward yourself with some much-needed relaxation.

Caribbean records 50 per cent decline in visitor arrivals

Caribbean countries have recorded a 50 per cent decline in tourist arrivals up to the month of June this year, a senior official of the Caribbean Tourism Organisation (CTO) said on Wednesday.

11 Unique Fall Camping Destinations In The U.S.

You know it’s fall camping season when summer’s heat begins to fade, the leaves begin to put on their splendid show, and a desire to get outdoors has you digging through your camping gear. All the senses seem to alight with the invigorating, crisp air, the sound of leaves crunching underfoot, the vibrant colors, and the smell of the campfire.

The 4 new giants of the cruise ship world – and how you can book them

This was supposed to be a big year for big-ship cruise fans. Back in January, before COVID-19 halted cruising around the world, two of the biggest big-ship cruise lines — Norwegian Cruise Line and MSC Cruises — were just starting up sailings with their biggest ships ever. Another major brand, Carnival Cruise Line, was just months away from rolling out its record-sized vessel.

Caribbean's First Cruises Start in November Aboard SeaDream Yacht Club

The Caribbean is taking its first steps for the resumption of cruising after more than six months since the pandemic forced the suspension of the vital tourism industries. Luxury yacht cruise line SeaDream Yacht Club is preparing to launch what will likely become the first cruises into the Caribbean.

Carnival Cruise Lines cancels more cruises, plans to sell 18 ships amid pandemic fallout

Some cruise lovers will to wait a little longer before they can set sail again. Amid the coronavirus pandemic, Carnival Cruise Lines says it will cancel voyages until early next year. Carnival announced Wednesday that Caribbean cruises are cancelled until the end of January, and other voyages are cancelled into the spring.

The Founding of Tiffany & Co.

On September 18, 1837, Charles Lewis Tiffany founded a small jewelry and silver company in New York City which he termed a "stationery and fancy goods emporium." Tiffany designs quickly became popular among the families of the city's elite and the store flourished. Still in business since its inception, sales now total over three billion dollars annually with stores worldwide.

Australian airline Qantas' 'flight to nowhere' sells out in 10 minutes, report says

Australian air carrier Qantas announced that a seven-hour scenic "flight to nowhere," which will take off and land at the same airport amid interstate travel restrictions during the coronavirus pandemic, sold out in 10 minutes, according to a report.

United Airlines fights COVID-19 with antimicrobial coating on seats, trays and bins

Carrier applying sanitizing coating on 30 aircraft and plans to expand usage to entire fleet by year-end.

Southwest To Keep Middle Seat Open As Airlines Tout Safety Standards

As airlines work to reassure a skittish traveling public, Southwest Airlines said Wednesday it will continue to book flights so that the middle seat can remain open through November 30, covering the traditionally busy Thanksgiving weekend.

Some Carnival cruise ships won't resume sailing until March or later

You’ll have to wait at least another six months to sail on some of Carnival Cruise Line‘s 23 vessels. The Miami-based line on Wednesday announced that four of its ships — Carnival Magic, Carnival Paradise, Carnival Valor and Carnival Spirit — won’t return to service until at least March. One of the ships, Carnival Spirit, won’t resume operations until June.

Set Sail Safely Act Introduced To Reopen Cruise Industry

On Wednesday afternoon, Florida Senators Rick Scott and Marco Rubio introduced a bill aimed to get cruise ships sailing again. The duo rolled out the Set Sail Safely Act, which would establish a Maritime Task Force, in coordination with a private-sector advisory committee to address health, safety, security, and logistical changes to allow cruise lines to resume sailing and ports to remain operational.

Coral Expeditions Confirms October Start for Great Barrier Reef Cruises

Coral Expeditions has confirmed a restart of operations for Oct. 14 with a series of new seven-night sailings onboard the Coral Discoverer. Operating out of Cairns with planned departures through mid-December this year, these voyages will take small groups of guests to explore the pristine outer reefs and lesser-known islands of the Great Barrier Reef, the company said.

9 Unique National Parks You've Probably Never Been To

There are plenty of unique national parks that may not see as much foot traffic, but still pack an impressive punch. Here are nine to see.

Hawaii to let travelers who test negative for COVID to bypass quarantine starting Oct. 15

Starting Oct. 15, travelers arriving from out of state may bypass a 14-day quarantine requirement if they test negative for COVID-19.

The Latest Trend in High-End Travel? The Takeover.

One way to minimize chance of infection in the age of coronavirus: Book an entire resort or hotel for your friends or family. From a penthouse in London to an island in the Maldives, find all your private travel options here.

Americans' confidence in safety of domestic travel rises sharply

The latest findings from Travel Intelligence’s Travel Intentions Pulse Survey Wave VIII (TIPS) and Travel Safety Barometer, which are designed to track how COVID-19 is impacting travelers’ attitudes, perceptions, and behaviors, were released today.

15 Handy Travel Tips for Portugal First Time Visitors

Portugal is a top destination for most European travelers, though having beautiful tourist attractions can sidetrack the uninformed first-time traveler. To begin, it is advisable to use the train. And, to make a more budget-friendly and fun-filled plan, use online trip planners as they allow you to choose the best locations for your budget.

EgyptAir announces international travel promotion

EgyptAir announced on Thursday its launch of a promotional campaign called “We won’t stop traveling”, which offers customers a discount of up to 20 percent on international airfare.

The United States Constitution

On September 17, 1787, the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania adopted the Constitution of the United States. The Constitution is the supreme law of the United States and provides for three separate but equal branches of government. Since its adoption, the Constitution has been amended twenty-seven times. The original document is on display at the National Archives and Records Administration in Washington, D.C.

Alaska Airlines: Buy one, get one tickets promotion is back

Continuing the trend of airlines testing the water with big sales, for the next 48 hours, Alaska Airlines is offering “Buy One, Get One” ticket fares to over 100 destinations for travel through Oct. 31. This is just like the deal offered in August.

Covid-19: CDC Revises Airline Passenger Rules

The United States will no longer require international airline passengers from China, Iran, the Schengen region of Europe, the United Kingdom, Ireland, and Brazil to enter through 15 designated U.S. airports.

What Does a Safe Return to Cruising Look Like?

At ports around the country many cruise ships sit still, while travelers await word on when they can hop onboard again. Behind the scenes, industry executives perform a delicate dance: crafting a strategy to resume cruise operations safely while adhering to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)’s no-sail advisory, which has been in place since March and was recently extended through September.

It's official: Cruising will resume in the Caribbean in just 7 weeks

Small-ship specialist SeaDream Yacht Club on Tuesday became the first cruise company in the world to definitively say it will resume cruises in the Caribbean in the coming weeks.

Right On Time: eCruise’s Integrated Health Systems

Onboarding cruise passengers quickly and efficiently has always made sense. It is absolutely vital in the post-COVID-19 age. This spring, eCruise introduced an addition to its iPad-driven Mobile Check-In application. The easy-to-use system that cut embarkation times in half was given a health questionnaire option and no-touch thermometer reader. Now eCruise adds another element to that Mobile Health Check application

Breaking Down Hotel and Resort Fees—And Why They Still Exist During the Pandemic

Airlines might be ditching change fees, but when it comes to hotels, extra charges such as resort fees and urban amenity fees are sticking around. Cancellation and change fees, which many brands dropped early on in the pandemic, may also return soon as hotels struggle to stay open.

Stellar deals at Caribbean and Mexican hotels and resorts

With hoteliers more keen than ever to welcome back guests, stellar deals are on offer for travelers happy to fly south to resorts in Mexico and the Caribbean in the fall of 2020.

This Exclusive Napa Valley Estate Is the Perfect Place to Social Distance With Wine, Food, and Farm Animals

The Adamvs estate in Angwin, California, has always been an ideal setting for outdoor wine tastings, and, like before COVID, is accepting guests by appointment only.

Italian-style car tour in ... Paso Robles? Of course, there's wine

Drivers, start your engines. With many tours and events canceled because of the COVID-19 pandemic, Canossa Grand Tours is launching Italian-style car tour in the Paso Robles area during harvest. Four-day luxury road trips, called Grand Tour California

World's 10 most scenic airport landings for 2020

Nadi International Airport in Fiji has the 10th most scenic airport landing in the world. Which nine airports does PrivateFly rank even higher in its annual poll for beautiful arrivals?

I Traveled to Cabo Amid the Coronavirus Pandemic — Here's What It Was Really Like

With the United States now over six months into the coronavirus pandemic, we’ve grown accustomed to the new normal. We’re adapting how we work and learn, socialize with friends and family, and yes, even travel.

5 Ways to Make Your Holidays More Sustainable

Many of us are used to going wherever we want, whenever we want – which is not sustainable. But a few changes can fix that.

50 stunning travel photos that could change the way you see the world

Agora encouraged photographers to share images that show was travel means to them, leading to more than 13,600 submissions.

Ireland delays relaxing strict COVID-19 travel restrictions until October

Ireland on Tuesday announced new rules that will likely cut popular holiday destinations Greece and Italy from a quarantine-free “green list” and leave some of Europe’s strictest travel restrictions in place for another month.

The 1920 Wall Street Bombing

On September 16, 1920 at noon, a horse-drawn wagon paused outside of the J.P. Morgan building at 23 Wall Street, near a very busy corner of the financial district of New York City. Inside the wagon was more than 100 pounds of dynamite with 500 pounds of metal shrapnel. A timer detonated the dynamite at the beginning of the lunch hour, ensuring the maximum number of casualties. Thirty-eight people were killed and more than 400 injured. Italian anarchists were suspected of perpetrating the crime, but no arrests were made and the case was closed in 1940. Damage done by the blast is visible today on the face of the building at 23 Wall Street. The crime remains unsolved.

Some airlines are introducing ‘flights to nowhere’ — and people are paying to take them

Singapore Airlines is said to be considering a new route next month — what media reports are calling a “flight to nowhere.” Flights that take off and land from the same place — in this case, Singapore Changi Airport — may start as early as next month, according to a report in the local Straits Times and elsewhere.

Emirates, the glitzy Middle Eastern mega-airline, is offering a credit card in the US for the first time as it scrabbles for revenue during the pandemic

International travel is largely on hold right now, but Emirates hopes that travelers will use the downtime to pad their frequent flyer mile accounts — and help the airline make it through the pandemic.

Alaska Airlines temporarily suspends Portland flights due to wildfire smoke

Alaska Airlines has temporarily suspended all flights in and out of Portland International Airport (PDX) due to the smoke blanketing the city.

The Carnival Cruise Ship That Spread Coronavirus Around the World

How were hundreds of infected Ruby Princess passengers allowed to disembark in Sydney and return to homes from Tasmania to Florida?

Norwegian Cruise Line Refund Policies, Explained

Navigating the various refund policies cruise lines have in place can be a challenging obstacle, particularly as the global coronavirus pandemic wears on. No two cruise lines offer the same refund and cancellation policies, and even within a single line, different policies may be in place depending on when your cruise was booked or when it is expected to set sail.

MSC Delays Return for Second Cruise Ship Revising Program

Illustrating the challenges to restart the cruise industry, MSC Cruises has announced a further delay in the return of its second large cruise ship to service. While highlighting the success for its first cruise ship that resumed sailing last month

The hotel I can't wait to (hopefully) visit next year

Before the COVID-19 pandemic hit, I had big travel plans for 2020. I wanted to step out of my comfort zone and explore parts of the world I’ve never been to before. At the top of the list were Ethiopia and Tanzania.

Should I Pay for My Hotel Using Cash, Points or Both?

Among the most vexing questions for travel award aficionados: Should you pay for your next vacation with cash or points? And sometimes, there's a third

Germany links Covid-19 outbreak at ski resort to US citizen who failed to quarantine

A coronavirus outbreak at a popular Bavarian ski resort has been linked to a US citizen working at a lodge operated by the US Army, German authorities said Monday.

Is virtual tourism the new way to travel the world?

A new proposal for virtual tourism using livestreaming and mathematical techniques could help revitalise an industry that has been devastated by COVID-19

This New Malibu Bike Tour Includes Stunning Ocean Views and Wine Tasting

Saddle Rock Ranch vineyard, a ranch encompassing some 1,000 acres in the Santa Monica Mountains, will take guests through the grapevines, too.

U.S. Issues New Travel Warnings for Mainland China and Hong Kong Citing Risk of 'Arbitrary Detention'

The U.S. on Tuesday issued a sweeping new advisory warning against travel to mainland China and Hong Kong, citing the risk of “arbitrary detention” and “arbitrary enforcement of local laws.”

JetBlue CEO discusses when travel demand will return

JetBlue CEO Robin Hayes joins ‘The Exchange’ to talk about travel demand as the coronavirus pandemic continues.

This map shows where you can travel within the United States and what restrictions are in place

United Airlines just made our lives a bit easier. The company set up a new interactive map that highlights where, exactly, we can travel to within the United States and what restrictions are in place once we get there. Take a look at the tool right here.

Marco Polo Born

Marco Polo was a merchant trader, not an explorer. However, the Venetian's family traveled far and wide during the later thirteenth century, earning them great acclaim as explorers. The Polos journeyed to China over the Silk Road and spent 17 years there as the favored guest of Kublai Khan. So trusted was Marco Polo, the Khan appointed him a governor of the city of Yahzhou. Upon his return to Europe, Marco Polo was made a prisoner by the city of Genoa. During his confinement, he dictated the book "Il Milione" which was translated into many languages as "The Travels of Marco Polo". The Silk Road's prominence as a land-route to China, however, soon gave way to more viable ocean routes.

Tropical Storm Sally: United, Delta, American, Southwest issue flight waivers amid threat of hurricane

Airlines including United, Delta and Southwest have posted flight waivers for travelers concerned about flying amid threat of Tropical Storm Sally.

United Airlines CEO warns economic woes will get worse without vaccine, new round of stimulus

As the deadline looms for layoffs to begin across the airline industry, Congress remains at a stalemate over a new round of coronavirus stimulus.

US Cruise line CEOs meet in Miami to demand an immediate return to service

United States Cruise line CEOs aggressively called for a smart return to service during a meeting of the Miami-Dade County Tourism and the Ports Committee on Thursday morning.

MSC Expands Itinerary for October Restart of Magnifica

MSC Cruises today announced that its second ship to return, the MSC Magnifica, will set sail on October 19, 2020 with a series of seven cruises including an eight-night Christmas cruise departing on December 18 from Genoa, Italy.

Disney Cruise Line Cancels Sailings Into December

Another day, and another boatload of sailings canceled by Disney Cruise Line. After recently canceling sailings through November, Disney has extended its sailing cancelations through the first half of December 2020. These include Disney’s Very Merrytime Cruises.

USA Today readers say the best ghost tour in America is in Boston

A haunted hotel in Massachusetts is also worth checking out this season, according to readers.

Travel agent working to reconnect

Mimi Lichtenstein loves to travel, and she doesn’t mind spending lots of time researching her destination. In the summer of 2019, Lichtenstein realized that her hobby was a marketable skill – others wanted to have the same high-end travel experiences that she was enjoying, without spending hours on research.

10 Popular Tourist Attractions That Could Disappear in Your Lifetime

Just because these are remnants of the past doesn't mean they should become a thing of the past!

Marriott built its own 'Airbnb' before coronavirus crashed business travel. Did it help?

Marriott International began its push back against the success of Airbnb in Spring 2019 with Marriott Homes & Villas, a luxury property lodging service that offered customers a private residence alternative to hotel rooms.

This Woman Traveled Solo Across the U.S. by Train During the Pandemic — Here's What She Learned

Brenda Nguyen didn’t initially intend to take a train across the country. When she accepted a job in California earlier this year, her plan was to take a road trip from Boston to her new home in San Francisco. However, due to the many complications brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, her cross-country move didn’t exactly go as she anticipated.

10 places you should visit in Nepal in your lifetime

If you are a traveller, you must surely have Nepal on your bucket list. And, if you are looking forward to visiting Nepal, there are a few places that you should surely not miss. Some of the places have unique and adorable destinations while in some cases the whole city becomes a travel destination.

How The COVID-19 Vaccine Will Impact International Travel In 2021

The COVID-19 vaccine is coming and it will have a huge impact on international travel in 2021.

President William McKinley Dies

On this day in 1901, President William McKinley, Jr. died, eight days after being shot by an assassin at the Pan-American Exposition in Buffalo, New York. McKinley was the 25th President of the United States, and the last veteran of the American Civil War elected to the office of the Presidency. Leon Frank Czolgosz, the assassin,was found guilty of murder. He was executed by electrocution on October 29, 1901.

United Airlines Reaches Deal To Avoid Pilot Furloughs - Simple Flying

United Airlines has reportedly reached a tentative deal with its pilots unions to avoid furloughing just under 3,000 aviators on October 1st. The jobs were revealed to be at risk, along with 13,000 other positions, in a leaked memo from the company over a week ago.

Major airlines have canceled change fees—but a few loopholes could still cost you

Four major U.S. airlines, Alaska, American Airlines, Delta and United, recently announced they were getting rid of a much-reviled travel expense: change fees.

Israeli airline Israir announces first direct flight route to UAE

Israir became the first Israeli airline to announce the first direct route to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) after the two countries reached a historic agreement last month to normalise relations

Will COVID-19 Be a Catalyst for More Hotel Mergers and Acquisitions?

COVID-19 has put many restaurants and hotels out of business. A recent example is the permanent closure of the iconic Hilton Times Square Hotel.

Black Parents on Choosing Where to Take Family Trips

Health and safety always come first during a family vacation. But Black families and families of color have to factor in race when planning a trip, and consider whether they will be welcome in the places they visit or whether their family will be discriminated against.

Maldives resort launches $23,250 luxury remote working package

A desk with an ocean view, a "dedicated" personal assistant, non-stop refreshments and a complimentary laundry service. This might read like an over-imaginative wish list from a frustrated remote worker, but a luxury resort in the Maldives has just launched a "Workation Package," with all of these benefits and more.

Sustainable tourism may prosper amid coronavirus crisis

Aurelia Kogler, a professor of tourism, sees the Covid-19 crisis as opportunity for a more sustainable form of leisure travel to take hold.

Best Travel Insurance Companies 2020

We scored the coverage features of multiple plans to find the best travel insurance companies. See our rankings and learn about important plan benefits.

Conde Nast Traveler Names Slovenia Best 2021 Destination Due to Location, Cuisine & Environment

US luxury and lifestyle travel web portal Conde Nast Traveler has picked Slovenia as the top holiday destination for 2021. Tucked between old favourites Italy and Croatia, Slovenia offers Michelin-starred food, excellent wine, turquoise rivers, glacier-fed lakes and soaring, snow-capped peaks, it says on its web site.

Cruise CEOs Call for Return to Service in United States

Cruise line CEOs aggressively called for a smart return to service during a meeting of the Miami-Dade County Tourism and the Ports Committee on Thursday morning.

Major cruise lines are about to resume sailings to Greece — but not everyone’s invited

Add Greece to the list of places where big-ship cruising is resuming. Germany-based TUI Cruises on Sunday will become the first major cruise line to restart Greek Island voyages since the coronavirus lockdown began with sailings out of Heraklion, Crete.

A whistle-stop tour of north Wales

The ever-changing rules around international travel and loosened restrictions at home make a staycation (or “UKation”) in Britain an even more attractive option than it usually is. Those missing European hills and forests may want to consider northern Wales as an alternative. Perhaps the most attractive town and the best base for exploring the area is the market town of Conwy.

10 reasons to travel to Mongolia

Travel to Mongolia when the coronavirus (COVID-19) is over. Because Mongolia has been overshadowed for many years by its powerful neighbors, China and Russia. Despite the exceptional growth in international tourism, the country has escaped the trampling boots of thousands of travelers.

September 11 Terrorist Attacks

On this day in 2001, 19 terrorists hijacked four passenger jets, crashing two into the North and South Towers of the World Trade Center and one into the Pentagon. The fourth hijacked plane - United flight 93 - crashed in Pennsylvania after the passengers tried to reclaim control of the airplane from the hijackers.

Airline Workers Brace As Federal Aid Runs Out This Month

Flight attendants, pilots and other airline employees hope a deadlocked Congress will agree to extend a federal payroll relief program and prevent mass layoffs.

Covid-19 and airline refunds: does the system need to change?

EU airlines are facing criticism for their handling of refunds during Covid-19. Should there be more clarity over the way airline refunds are dealt with?

Cruise industry invests US$23.5 billion in green technology, says CLIA

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has released the Global Cruise Industry Environmental Technologies and Practices Report, produced by Oxford Economics. The report highlights the progress that the cruise industry has made toward the development of technologies and practices to achieve lower emissions and greater efficiency.

Prosecutors drop charges against cruise ship crew who killed polar bear to save a life

The man attacked suffered head injuries before two other guards shot the bear after making an effort to scare it off

Does Your Insurance Still Cover Your Cruise? Always Check.

Buying trip insurance for a cruise is almost an automatic reaction for many cruisers, particularly during these uncertain times. Some readers, however, are learning the hard way that some insurance providers are no longer interested in covering their cruise vacations from interruptions and cancellations.

Abu Dhabi instructs all hotels to offer kosher meals following Israel, UAE agreement

 Authorities in Abu Dhabi sent a memo Tuesday instructing all hotels in the city to offer Kosher food and beverage options, anticipating a surge in Israeli and Jewish travelers following the landmark peace agreement between Israel and the United Arab Emirates.

Hotel companies are going to have to get creative amid COVD-19: Virgin Hotels CEO

Raul Leal, Virgin Hotels CEO, joins Yahoo Finance to talk about expanding his hotels amid COVID-19 and how Virgin Hotel layouts allow for social distancing.

Ibiza's 40-year party could finally be over

Hundreds of sweaty clubbers are crammed onto at the Glitterbox dance floor, soaking up the grooves as one of Ibiza's biggest party nights gets into full swing.

20 Most Searched Travel Destinations for Post Lockdown Vacation

As countries start to reopen for travelers, holidaymakers started to search for their next travel destination. 20 most searched destinations are:

7 Indian Destinations For Solo Travel If You Are A Woman

Ladies! Don’t we all crave to shun our daily routines and travel the world to escape from the deadlines? We present 7 best places in India, which have time and again proved to be safe for female only travelers. Check it out!

'Virtual tourism can offer new opportunities for travel industry' -

Virtual travel, using advanced mathematical techniques and combining livestream video with existing photos and videos of travel hotspots, could help revitalise an industry that has been devastated by the Covid-19 pandemic, say researchers, including one of Indian-origin.

The Last Guillotine in France

In 1791, the French National Assembly was seeking a new method of execution. Former methods were considered too inhumane, such as the infamous "breaking on the wheel". Assembly member Joseph-Ignace Guillotin suggested the construction of a device to decapitate the accused with a steel blade. The guillotine was the official method of execution in France until the abolition of the death penalty in 1981. Its last usage was to execute a murderer, Hamida Djandoubi, on September 10, 1977.

Collette Announces Advanced Commission Program

Pawtucket, RI (September 8, 2020) – In an announcement today, Collette introduced a new Advanced Commission Program that will offer advanced commission payments to Travel Advisors. Upon deposit, Collette will pay a portion of the full commission amount based on type of booking.

California Becomes a State

Settled 100 years earlier by Spain, the territory known as "Alta California" was rich in natural resources and ocean harbors. In 1846, settled by Europeans moving west, California broke away from Mexico. In 1849, miners discovered gold and a new rush of prospectors and settlers headed across the country. After the Mexican-American War, Mexico ceded the state to the United States and it was admitted to the Union on September 9, 1850. California is one of the richest, most productive agricultural areas in North America, the third largest state in the United States, and the sixth largest economy in the world.

Senate Republican proposal will not extend new aid to airlines -sources

A U.S. Senate Republican coronavirus spending proposal set to be introduced on Tuesday will not include any new government assistance for U.S. airlines or airports, two congressional aides told Reuters. The measure, which is a pared back version of a $1 trillion bill introduced in July by Republicans

United Launches Interactive Map Showing U.S. Travel Restrictions

United Airlines created an interactive, color-coded map that details everything from whether or not entry is allowed, potential quarantine measures, testing requirements, and even mask mandates for all 50 states and Washington D.C.

How Delta Set the Standard for the Airline Industry's COVID-19 Response

Delta Air Lines has developed a strong strategy in fighting the coronavirus—but it has also led the way in showing how to communicate effectively with its customers.

TSA: Passenger screenings passed 900,000 – twice – over Labor Day weekend, a new pandemic record

The Transportation Security Agency reported Tuesday that more people flew over the Labor Day weekend than at any other point in the COVID-19 pandemic.

Royal Caribbean will use phone app to power new cruise ship health protocols

When Royal Caribbean's cruise ships start sailing again, guests sailing will rely more than ever on the cruise line app. Royal Caribbean Group emphasized the role its established mobile app will play in cruise ships being a safe place to vacation.

Princess Cruises announces new World Cruise and Australia sailings

One of its largest deployments ever offered, Princess will have five ships sailing to 82 destinations in 19 countries – offering 59 different itineraries. Royal Princess, Emerald Princess, Sapphire Princess, Coral Princess, and Pacific Princess will all cruise in the region from homeports of Sydney Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide and Auckland, operating sailings from two to 36 days.

World of Cruising Magazine - What Passengers Can Expect From Windstar Cruises' $250 Million Star Plus Project

Like the rest of the cruise industry, Windstar Cruises was swept up in the cruise market storm following the outbreak of coronavirus (Covid-19), being forced to suspend its fleet and cancel sailings for the majority of this year.

Today’s New Employee Safety Culture is Benefitting Hotel Workers, Guests in Big Ways

Hoteliers say hope is on the horizon and newly implemented procedures and technologies are helping them better protect their people and meet guests’ demands

Caribbean Airlines Launches New Island Destination

As many areas continue to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic, numerous new routes and destinations have been added by airlines across the world. Caribbean Airlines was one of the most recent airlines to announce new service with the launch of a new twice-weekly flight on Sept. 19. The Trinidad-and-Tobago-based airline announced that they would launch flights between Bridgetown, Barbados and Marigot’s Douglas-Charles Airport in Dominica.

Let’s take it a little SLOW

If asked what’s that one thing that COVID has taught us, most would say to slow down and enjoy the simple things of life, as this lockdown gave us ample time to reflect and absorb in the smaller joys of life.

Travel shaming causing community tensions

More Americans say they want to travel, but fear being shamed during the pandemic. Right now, non-essential travel does increase your chances of getting and spreading COVID-19, but it remains a personal decision with the CDC releasing a list of recommendations to limit that risk for travelers.

More than 700 airline passengers banned in US for refusing to wear masks

More than 700 airline passengers have been banned from flying on US airlines for refusing to wear masks, according to a report.

United Airlines will add 8 flights to Hawaii in October

United Airlines says it will add new routes and resume flying existing ones in October, including 8 to Hawaii.

Tourism parts ways with airline and cruise incentives-model

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Ministry of Tourism has “moved away” from paying incentives to airlines and cruise lines, according to Tourism Director General Joy Jibrilu. Jibrilu underscored the ministry’s budget has been slashed by 20 percent, adding it will seek to leverage social media and partnerships to promote the destination to its key source markets.

Costa Cruises restarts sailings in the Mediterranean

Costa Cruises restarted its cruise operations on Sunday, becoming the first Carnival Corporation cruise line to restart cruising.

The Bahamas Will Reopen to Cruise Ships in Phase 4

The Bahamas is planning on opening up even further as the island nation heads into Phase 3 from October 15, 2020. This is part of the Tourism Readiness & Recovery Plan and it will include the reopening of beaches and major hotels.

Cruise Industry News Launches Return to Service Publication

Return to Service by Cruise Industry News is now available as a complimentary download as the industry begins to mount its comeback to guest operations. The 84-page special edition magazine has been printed and shipped and highlights the return to service

Have Covid-19 test results, will travel

How do you meet the Covid-19 testing requirements for your dream international destination? Take some serious strategizing, a bit of good luck with timing and cash for rapid testing.

Find Out What Books You Should Read Next Based on Your Dream Destination

With all the extra time at home, you may be in the midst of finally tackling your book collection. But there’s always room for some fresh reading inspiration, and one website will help find your next pick based on your dream travel destination (which could also quell some of that quarantine-induced wanderlust you’ve been dealing with).

Morocco will let foreign tourists in on September 10

Royal Air Maroc (RAM), the national airline of Morocco, has officially announced that it is beginning to admit foreigners from all countries, whose citizens do not require an entry visa, into the country.

How to explore the vanishing sandbars of the Philippines

During the interview round of the 1994 Miss Universe Pageant, the presenter quizzed former Miss Philippines, Charlene Gonzales, about her home country's geography. "How many islands are in the Philippines?" asked American game show emcee Bob Goan. Without missing a beat, Gonzales quipped: "High tide or low tide?"

How Hotels Are Adapting to New Needs in a New Era

Lately travelers have been lengthening their trips, whether to accommodate an in-destination quarantine or simply to savor some time away from home. And creative properties are going the extra mile to help guests settle in safely.

Hopeful Hoteliers: 35 Exciting New Hotel Openings Around The World For Fall 2020

As fall approaches, there is a sliver of good news in the travel industry as many hotels continue their plans to open across the country and around the world. While it may seem like an inopportune time, costs to slow or stop construction altogether can be greater than those of moving forward (even if hotels operate at limited capacity).

State parks have been full of visitors amid the pandemic, but can budgets and regulations keep up?

State parks across the USA have seen record numbers of visitors as people look for ways to safely get out of their homes for some fun.

Another trend of 2020: travel shaming

(CNN) -- For many people, travel these days is fraught with second-guessing, extra research and plenty of confusion by way of logistics, travel restrictions and safety -- and that's before you add in what everyone else has to say about your decisions.

Episode 1: Star Trek

The original Star Trek series aired for the first time on September 8, 1966. The last episode aired a short three years later on June 3, 1969. However, the cultural phenomenon that the original series spawned is considerable. The primary setting for the show, the "Starship Enterprise" and the iconic series were created by innovative visionary Gene Roddenberry. Six television series have sprung from the first, as well as movies, books, and animated series. The crew of the Enterprise had a mission to go boldly where no person has gone before.

Airline industry still ‘right in the middle’ of coronavirus crisis: Association of Flight Attendants president

As U.S. businesses begin to climb out of the coronavirus pandemic ruins, the travel and airline industries are still struggling to lift off.

United Airlines restoring and adding flights in October, focused on leisure travelers

According to the airline, this will bring them up to flying 40 percent of their full schedule in October compared to October 2019. In September, they are only expecting to fly 34 percent of their full schedule.

How Cruise Lines Are Rethinking Pretty Much Everything

With many ships poised to return, operators are making hundreds of changes to improve the safety of sailing.

Here Are The Cruise Ships Back In Service

The cruise industry is mounting a comeback with ships restarting operations globally at reduced capacity levels. Here are the cruise ships currently back in service or planning restarts in September:

First giant cruise ship takes off since COVID-19 — with new rules

Believe it or not, the floating petri dishes of the high seas are back. In August, the MSC Grandiosa welcomed 3,000 passengers for a seven-day Mediterranean cruise — but with new rules.

10 Up-and-Coming Destinations Around the World For LGBTQIA+ Travelers

From small, coastal towns to major metropolises, these are the rising hotspots for LGBTQIA+ travelers.

Survey: 55% of Americans canceled Labor Day travel plans

Labor Day Weekend is often a last chance for families to take a summer vacation. But with the coronavirus pandemic, people are changing their plans. Fifty-five percent of Americans canceled their Labor Day travel plans this year, according to survey from NerdWallet.

New Europe Travel Bans: Covid Red Lists, Here’s What To Know

As Covid creeps up again across Europe, many countries are reimposing travel restrictions on neighbours. As this happens, the map of Europe is being color-coded red, green and yellow.

Hilton hotel in NYC's Times Square to close as coronavirus devastates tourism

It may be located in the crossroads of the world, but the Hilton Times Square hotel in New York City will shutter for good in October as the coronavirus pandemic has wiped out demand.

100,000 tourism jobs lost and similar number at risk, warns hotel federation

Around 100,000 tourism jobs have been lost during the pandemic, with a similar number at risk in the weeks ahead, an industry body has warned. The Irish Hotels Federation (IHF) says the latest survey of its members had highlighted the enormous challenges the sector continues to face amid plummeting demand.

Here's How to Safely Travel With Pets Labor Day Weekend: FDA

With nationwide travel heightened Labor Day weekend, the Food and Drug Administration explained Friday how to best hit the road with pets. Whether traveling by plane or car, the FDA provided specific guidelines on the best practices of traveling with animals.

The Blitz

Adolf Hitler wanted to destroy the civilian morale of the British people and to invade the island nation. On September 7, 1940, Germany began what came to be known as The Blitz: 76 consecutive nights of aerial bombardment of London. Over 43,000 civilians were killed and over one million buildings were damaged. The bombing ceased on May 10, 1941, its aims unachieved.

Virgin Australia airline to be sold to US-based Bain Capital

The airline in April became the world’s largest to seek bankruptcy protection after the coronavirus pandemic grounded much of the aviation industry

United Airlines Plans To Furlough Over 16,000 Employees

United Airlines announced Wednesday that it will furlough over 16,000 people starting next month. This will impact a wide array of personnel, including flight attendants, pilots, management, mechanics and airport operations. Since the airline carrier designated the action as furloughs—as opposed to downsizing—conceivably

Airlines Are Removing Seats to Make Space for Cargo

Cargo, one of the least glamorous aspects of flying, is proving a rare ray of light for airlines amid the coronavirus gloom. The grounding of passenger planes at a time of increased demand for everything from medical supplies to iPhones has boosted freight rates.

Tom Cruise Continues Filming Next 'Mission Impossible' by Renting Out Empty Cruise Ships

Filming a new movie during a global pandemic may seem like mission impossible, but Tom Cruise isn’t letting that get in the way of the next installment of his blockbuster franchise.

How can cruise lines get their reputations back?

The cruise-ship industry needs help to survive and save thousands of jobs, a guest columnist writes, as sanitation methods are improved on vessels.

Hilton Hotel In Times Square To Close

The Hilton Times Square is the latest victim of the coronavirus pandemic. In a filing with New York’s State Department of Labor, the managing director of the 44-story landmark said it will close permanently next month and 200 jobs will be lost. The iconic hotel on West 42nd Street was shuttered and furloughs began in mid-March as COVID-19 struck the city, The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported.

Fear of downtown Portland violence, in addition to COVID-19, keeping visitors away, hotel business leaders say

Hotel and restaurant business leaders in downtown Portland say fear over violent protests has replaced fear of the pandemic with potential visitors.

The Best Luxury Honeymoon Spots

Wedding planning makes use of several simple tips to help couples implement that perfect honeymoon. We understand the need for an alluring, serene, comfortable, and affordable destination for loved ones to light the spark in their new marriage. When you are planning a vacation with your loved one, you want everything to be perfect. Money, climate, as well as socio-economic factors play an important role. The newlyweds from iwantdating website have shared some simple approaches to choosing the perfect place for a honeymoon.

Do you need a COVID-19 test if you plan to travel? Do you still need to quarantine? What to know about the confusing rules.

States' divergent views on coronavirus risks, testing and quarantines can confound travelers. Here are some questions and answers.

Hawaii Travel Now Requires Mandatory Digital Quarantine Registration

Governor held a facebook live event to introduce the Hawaii Safe Travels mandatory digital quarantine registration platform.

US Airlines Begin Lobbying For US-UK Travel Corridor

Key airlines, airports, and lobby groups on both sides of the Atlantic have renewed their call for governments to step up and organize a framework for COVID-19 testing at key international airports. The CEOs of Airlines for America, Airlines UK, Heathrow Airport, and Virgin Atlantic have written to the US and British governments asking them to start trialing testing programs at airports.

The Surrender of Geronimo

The Native American warrior Geronimo was born and raised in that part of the west now known as Arizona, then a part of Mexico, to a band of the Apache tribe. In March of 1851, a group of Mexican soldiers attacked Geronimo's village while the male members of the tribe were away. Geronimo's wife, mother and children were murdered in the attack. From that point on, Geronimo began a campaign against Mexican, and later US, soldiers and settlers. Under his leadership, the Apache warriors earned a reputation for ruthlessness and were greatly feared. The US Government in 1886 charged Captain Henry Lawton, of B Troop, 4th Cavalry, with hunting down and capturing Geronimo. Lawton pursued Geronimo relentlessly and finally wore down the small group of Apaches that were left fighting. On September 4th, 1886, Geronimo surrendered to Lawton and his superiors.

Master List Of All Major International Airline Coronavirus Change And Cancellation Policies

“What should I do about my trip?” It’s a question we are hearing often. In the short term, for international travel the State Department and most countries have answered the question for you: stay home. Even with the global travel ban lifted, the vast majority of the globe is under a travel warning or will not allow Americans to enter.

United Airlines plans to cut more than 16,000 jobs as coronavirus continues to hammer demand

United Airlines on Wednesday said it is planning to cut more than 16,000 jobs as early as next month, after federal coronavirus aid that protects aviation jobs runs out.

Alaska Airlines Flew 12,000+ iPads For Virtual Learning To Seattle

Alaska Airlines stepped in to help deliver devices to students in Seattle. The airline has completed flights from Boston to Seattle on Wednesday, carrying over 12,000 iPads that will go to young children enrolled in the Seattle Public Schools.

Why new hotels are opening amid the pandemic

To say that Covid-19 has hurt the hotel industry, along with travel as a whole, is something of an understatement. According to Hotel News Now, the news division of hotel research company STR, the sector has seen a loss of 5 million jobs since February in the United States alone.

Behind The Scenes With A Hotel Expert: How To Open Post-Covid

As restrictions ease and hotels begin to reopen, hope slowly begins to re-emerge for the travel industry. We begin to think about about the possibility of discovering new places – as well as the return to old favourites.

One of Carnival's Cruise Lines is Resuming Cruises This Weekend

Carnival’s Corporation’s Costa Cruises will begin to resume sailings this weekend from Italian ports on September 6, 2020. Another one of Carnival’s cruise lines AIDA will resume sailings on November 1, 2020.

This Socially Distant Luxury Cruise Around Ecuador Only Allows 18 People and Travels to Remote Ports

While cruise lines in the U.S. are staying docked during the coronavirus pandemic until at least November, many travelers may be wary of hopping on a ship even after business resumes.

Will travelers trash or treasure the planet after the pandemic?

Can we return to roaming the world one day but be better stewards of our planet? When it comes to the pandemic, travel and the environment, the answers are complicated but intriguing.

Dominican Republic Eliminates Mandatory COVID-19 Tests, Adds Free Insurance As Part of New Tourism Recovery Plan

With many Caribbean nations competing for the economic boost of much-needed tourism dollars, the Dominican Republic made some policy changes to make visiting the island a bit easier.

Post-lockdown travel: These places in Europe will pay you to visit

Hoping to re-boost their tourism sectors, some destinations in Europe are offering an array of incentives to attract you to their shores once possible.

Millions projected to travel over Labor Day weekend despite COVID-19 concerns

Millions are projected to travel this holiday weekend despite COVID-19 concerns. Labor Day flight bookings are only around a third of what they were last year according to data analysis from travel itinerary app TripIt, but reservations to Florida have jumped 200 percent.

South America emerges tops for wine tourism

Though some continue to deride them as an amorphous mass of “new world winemakers”, the vineyards of Argentina, Chile and Uruguay continue to raise South America’s appeal as a serious wine tourism destination — just recently appearing at the top of William Reed Business Media’s ’50 Best’ list of the world’s vineyards.

The Founding of San Marino

The tiny nation of San Marino, landlocked in its entirety by Italy in the Apennine Mountains, was founded on this day. It has the third highest GDP in the world and boasts the smallest population of any of the members of the Council of Europe. San Marino is the oldest constitutional republic still in existence. Founded by Marinus of Rab on September 3, 301, its constitution dates back to 1600. It is not a member of the European Union and its population is approximately 29,000. Nearly 50% of its GDP comes from tourism, with approximately 3 million tourists each year.

Trump: 'We'll be helping the airlines' as furloughs loom

As the major U.S. airlines, still dealing with the fallout of the coronavirus, prepare to furlough thousands of workers, President Trump is ready to throw the industry a lifeline.

Do Commercial Airline Passengers Need More Education on Cabin Health Concerns?

Does the average commercial airline passenger have a good enough understanding of how airplane cabin air recirculation systems work to fly without concerns of catching COVID-19 from touching a surface or contact with passenger or crew member?

American Airlines Hands Out 1 Million Lbs Of Food To Those In Need

American Airlines has donated one million pounds of food since the start of the global crisis. The airline has partnered with Feeding America and other charity organizations to provide meals to those in need.

5 more Universal Orlando hotels announce layoffs; 1,291 workers affected

Universal Orlando, still reeling from the months when the coronavirus outbreak made ghost towns of its theme parks, announced more layoffs at five of its hotels.

Don't fall for this trap when you stay at a hotel

Free is not always free. That's what Mark Sulkin discovered this year when he picked up a "free" bottle of water in his room at the DoubleTree hotel in Phoenix.

Empty Cruise Ships Are the Newest Tourist Attraction in the UK

Floating in the distance off the coast of Dorset, England, is a true sign of the times: major cruise ships, including Cunard’s Queen Mary 2, Royal Caribbean’s Anthem of the Sea, Carnival’s Valor, and P&O’s Aurora, sidelined by the pandemic, anchored in place instead of carrying thousands of passengers around the globe.

White House to resume tours Sept. 12, and yes, you have to wear a mask

Public tours of the White House, halted nearly six months ago during the coronavirus outbreak, are set to resume this month and will require visitors to wear a mask.

AmaWaterways Temporarily Cancels Nearly All Cruises, Weeks After Attempting Return to Sea

River cruise line AmaWaterways has paused most of its cruises until November, following an attempt at returning to the water in July.

With no end to COVID-19 pandemic in sight, what is the future of around-the-world cruises?

Both cruise lines and passengers are nervous about the outlook for world cruises, which last months, span the globe and start at $25,000.

American Cruise Lines takes delivery of 190-passenger overnight riverboat

American Cruise Lines (ACL) has taken delivery of the American Jazz after successful sea trials in late August.

Two more states added to New York's Covid-19 quarantine travel list

New York state added two more states to its list of states and territories that are subject to its Covid-19 travel advisory, bringing the total to 33. People traveling to the state from Alaska and Montana will now have to quarantine for 14 days upon arrival.

Can travel become less dependent on Google in a post-pandemic world?

Little more than six months ago, the one topic that kept travel executives awake at night was Google increasingly siphoning off industry profits by moving deeper and deeper into the travelers' user funnel.

Want to Support Wildlife Conservation in Africa? Start by Going on a Virtual Safari

During the Covid-19 pandemic, the beleaguered safari industry is livestreaming game drives to draw attention to its cause

Namibia reopens to tourists who can show negative Covid-19 test results

Namibia has reopened to tourists with international flights now operating to and from the country. From this week, airlines can land at Hosea Kutako International Airport and tourists with negative Covid-19 certificates can visit for a holiday.

The Great Fire of London

The Great Fire of London began on September 2, 1666 at the storefront bakery of Thomas Farriner on Pudding Lane. The mayor of London delayed calling for demolition of buildings around the fire, the chief means of fighting urban fires at the time. As a consequence of the delay, the fire spread rapidly. The conflagration consumed more than 13,000 houses, 87 parish churches, the great St. Paul's Cathedral, and many city government buildings. The fire burned through Wednesday when organized efforts and favorable wind conditions finally helped to extinquish it. The city was re-built along much of the same road plan.

American Cruise Lines New Modern Riverboat Passes Sea Trails

GUILFORD, CT — August 31st, 2020 — American Cruise Lines proudly announces that American Jazz has passed Sea Trails with flying colors. Following the successful trials, American accepted delivery of the riverboat from Chesapeake Shipbuilding in Salisbury, MD. The 190-passenger American Jazz is the latest in American’s acclaimed series of 5 new modern riverboats and will be added to the company’s fleet on the Mississippi River. American’s building plans have continued at full strength, despite this year’s pause in cruising, underscoring the Line’s confidence in domestic U.S. small ship cruising.

The airline industry could shrink by half to survive, United Airlines chairman says

The US airline industry needs to shrink its labor costs by as much as 50% to survive -- and even then it's possible some carriers don't make it through the crisis, United Airlines Executive Chairman Oscar Munoz told CNN Business.

How airline no-change-fee policies stack up against Southwest

Southwest has long been an outlier in the industry. The airline famously never charges baggage or change fees. Well, following United’s news that it’s eliminating most domestic change fees, both American Airlines and Delta also made similar announcements 24 hours later.

This Disney World hotel won't reopen this year as others stay closed indefinitely

Walt Disney World has postponed the reopening of its Polynesian Village Resort until summer 2021 after pushing back the reopening date a number of times this year, with the last target date set for October, USA Today reported. The move comes as hotel occupancy rates in Orlando plummet to the lowest in the country.

The Critical Points: First to go were airline cancellation fees, next should be hotel resort fees

In the airline world, fees have become big business. There are checked bag fees, carry-on bag fees, seat assignment fees, fees to print boarding passes, fees to talk to a person and even fees that provide no tangible benefit or service to customers. Think of close-in booking fees, for example, when you may be required to pay $75 or extra miles if you’re within 21 days of departure.

A-Rosa has a promising restart but E-motion newbuild set back to 2022

River cruise operator A-Rosa reports performing well after its restart in mid-June but has delayed the inauguration of its new E-motion vessel by a year.

Cruise Line Gives New Restart Dates for Cruises to the Bahamas

Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line has given new restart dates for cruises to the Bahamas on their two cruise ships. Grand Celebration will now resume cruises on November 4, 2020 and Grand Classica will resume sailings four months later on March 3, 2021.

This May Be The Safest And Dog-Friendliest Travel Destination For Fall

Good news for furry families: While travel may have been severely limited for most of this year, the type of lower-risk, socially-distant adventures considered safest for 2020—primarily road trips and outdoor exploration—have long been familiar to dog travelers, and are now more abundant than ever.

Hawaii to require visitors to fill out online 'Safe Travels' form before travel

Hawaii's government requires all travelers to fill out its online "Safe Travels" application in an effort to keep its residents and visitors healthy during the coronavirus pandemic, beginning Tuesday.

Costa Rica is now allowing U.S. visitors from CT, 11 other places

Beginning in waves this September, however, residents of 11 states and D.C. will be allowed to visit Costa Rica once again, with a negative coronavirus test result in hand.

Tensions rise among residents and travelers as US island territories work to stop COVID-19 spread

Tension has risen among residents and travelers as U.S. island territories work to stymie the coronavirus while trying to keep tourism open.

The Long Weekend Trips Travel + Leisure Editors Can't Wait to Take

Long weekends – whether brought on by national holidays, summer Fridays, or that rogue PTO day you’ve been hoarding – offer the ideal window for a brief reset and change of scenery. Especially now, as people have been quarantining at home and socially distancing while out

The Fall of Atlanta

Union Army General William T. Sherman entered Atlanta, Georgia, on this day in 1864. The move was highly tactical, cutting off key supply lines for the Confederate army of the South. As they retreated from the city, the Confederates detonated much of the city's munitions to keep them out of the hands of the Union Army. As he left Atlanta in November of 1864, Sherman burned much of the city to the ground.

United Airlines Permanently Eliminates Change Fees

The only thing constant is change and at United Airlines, some of the fees associated with changes related to flying are gone for good. The carrier announced today that it is permanently getting rid of change fees on all standard Economy and Premium cabin tickets for travel within the U.S., effective immediately.

So far, Orlando’s theme parks haven’t had any COVID-19 outbreaks

Orlando’s major theme parks have had some COVID-19 cases in the past few months since they reopened but as of Thursday, Orange County’s leading doctor says they haven’t had any outbreaks.

American Airlines slashing flying capacity by 55 percent in October

American Airlines will slash its flying capacity by 55 percent in October in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic's disruptions on the travel industry.

US now using several hotel companies including Hilton, Marriott to detain migrant children

The U.S. government has detained children at several major hotel chains — more than previously known — during the coronavirus pandemic instead of transferring them to government-funded shelters, according to new data released Friday.

The Dirtiest Places In Hotels: It's Worse Than You Think

As travelers begin to adjust to the new normal during the coronavirus pandemic, health, safety—and cleanliness—are more important than ever, especially when staying in a hotel. In order to protect the safety of guests and staff, some hotel companies have put new protocols in place

A Cruise Ship History: The Horizon

Built for Celebrity Cruises, the Horizon now appears to be wrapping up her cruise career. With a colorful history, the vessel has been around for more than 30 years, sailing for several cruise lines:

Another Cruise Line Throws in the Towel on Cruises in 2020

Windstar Cruises announced this past week that they have canceled all remaining cruises this year. The cruise line that they believe that the most prudent way forward to keep their crew and guests safe is to postpone sailings until 2021.

Hawaii to require visitors to fill out online 'Safe Travels' form prior to travel

Hawaii's government will be requiring all travelers to fill out its online "Safe Travels" application in an effort to keep its residents and visitors healthy during the coronavirus pandemic beginning Tuesday.

If 2021 Becomes The Year Of Travel, This Is What Will Happen

If 2020 is the lost year for travel, will 2021 be the year of recovery? And if it is, what does that mean for you? "I want to travel as much as I can," says Gregg Jaden, a photographer based in Manhattan Beach, Calif. "I will be spending more time in Indonesia, Vietnam and Thailand to make up for lost time."

Will you need an 'immunity passport' to travel?

Some of the earliest countries to be impacted by the virus have been quick to adopt health certificates – but can immunity passports really help us travel safely again?

8 Books Travel + Leisure Editors Are Reading Right Now

As editors, we are reading and writing all day — and yet, we at Travel + Leisure often discuss among ourselves the books we devour in our leisure time. The books that transport us across the globe, the books that make us fall in love with prose all over again, and the books that spook the bejesus out of us.

The Murder of Mary Ann Nichols

Charles Cross, a market stall operator, was the first to discover the body of Mary Ann Nichols, laying on the ground on what is now Durward Street, in the Whitechapel area of London near the London Hospital. She had last been seen alive walking the Whitechapel Road in a new bonnet, one she hoped would assist her earning capacity in the lurid trades plied in the area. No reports of anything untoward were made, no sounds were heard, but Mary Ann Nichols' throat was cut and her abdomen ripped by a large jagged wound. She was the first victim of the notorious Jack the Ripper. Four additional women would be killed in the area before the series of murders would end, unsolved.

United to lay off 2,850 pilots this fall – more than any major US airline – unless it gets more aid

United Airlines said Thursday that it will furlough up to 2,850 pilots this fall unless the federal government provides more relief to help airlines cover their labor costs during a pandemic-fueled downturn in travel.

American Airlines Drops Change Fees Until 2021, Suspends Service at Certain Airports

American Airlines will now allow passengers to change their flights for free until the end of the year. The airline is also suspending service at certain airports around the country.

White House Looking to Prevent Airline Industry Layoffs

On Wednesday, the White Hosue stated that it will consider the possibility of taking action to protect thousands of airline employees’ jobs. According to USA Today, this comes the same week American Airlines and Delta Airlines announced they would furlough thousands of union employees each in October.

How to Be a Mindful Hotel Guest During a Pandemic

In Ethical Traveler, our new advice column, we tackle the tricky moral dilemmas and questions that arise when traveling during a pandemic.

Massachusetts gaming commission cracks down after big casino hotel party flouting COVID-19 regulations

The Massachusetts Gaming Commission addressed COVID-19 violations and called for accountability after a hotel party attracted more than 100 people.

Coors Light Wants to Send You to the Destination You've Been Dreaming of During Lockdown

Finally travel to the destination in your video call background if you win this new sweepstakes from Coors Light.

Why Americans Should Travel To Aruba Right Now

The world is not our oyster right now. American passport holders find themselves in a position they are not used to being in—faced with limited vacation options this summer, many are choosing to stay local, while others are simply pining after their international counterparts who have more options.

Covid-19: Where is the safest place to travel to now?

As travel restrictions are changing rapidly around the world, many travellers are a bit apprehensive about spending their holidays abroad. Berlin-based travel startup Tourlane has unveiled a list of the safest destinations for international tourists.

CDC Updates Guidance on Travel During the COVID-19 Pandemic

On August 21, 2020, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (“CDC”) updated its guidance on Travel during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Previously, the guidance recommended that travelers self-quarantine for 14 days after: (1) all international travel, and (2) domestic travel to areas with a high concentration of COVID-19 cases.

The Founding of St. Augustine

The oldest continuously occupied city in the United States was first sighted on this day in 1565. Explorer Pedro Menendez founded St. Augustine, naming it for St. Augustine of Hippo. He and 600 of his soldiers arrived and settled in an Indian village, which they turned into a fortified outpost. In 1566, the first child of European ancestry was born in St. Augustine, some 21 years before the English settlement at Roanoke Island.

Six New SunStone Expedition Cruise Ships Continue to Make Progress in China

Six newbuilds for SunStone Ships which are set to be chartered out are still making good progress under construction at China Merchants Group. Following the successful debut of the Greg Mortimer for Aurora Expeditions in 2019, the Niels-Erik Lund-led SunStone Ships has six more expedition ships to deliver between now and 2023.

Cruise Line Offering Up to 50% Off Cruises for Healthcare Professionals and Families

MSC Cruises is offering discounted cruise fares for healthcare professionals and their families for cruises through the end of 2021. This is the cruise line’s way of saying thank you for their ongoing contribution to fight the global pandemic.

White House considering options to prevent airline furloughs

The airlines and their unions are putting pressure on Congress and the White House to approve more taxpayer help for their industry.

Two Major Airlines Have Announced Massive Layoffs

American Airlines and Delta Air Lines told their respective employees that the companies plan for massive layoffs in October. American Airlines will downsize 19,000 jobs and Delta plans to lay off nearly 2,000 pilots.

How to Be a Mindful Hotel Guest During a Pandemic

With travel as one of the pandemic’s hardest-hit industries, independently owned hotels have had a rough few months. Now that travelers around the world are slowly taking their first post-lockdown trips again, the things we once took for granted during a hotel stay (like twice-daily housekeeping and long restaurant menus) have become much harder to keep up due to new safety regulations and tighter budgets.

How coronavirus has altered hotel breakfast service

The hotel industry offers travelers a diverse range of service levels, room types and amenities based on price point, but one area most hotels share regardless of tier is breakfast.

CDC posts comments from the public on cruise ships restarting

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has already posted on its website over 3,000 comments from the public on what and how they think cruises should resume. The CDC has been collecting feedback from the general public on concerns and viewpoints related to passenger cruise ships resuming operations.

MSC Announces Discounted Cruise Fares for Healthcare Workers

MSC Cruises has announced that it is launching a special global discounted cruise fares program applicable to the end of 2021 for all front line and back office healthcare professionals globally as a way of saying "thank you" for their ongoing contribution to fight the global pandemic, according to a press release.

11 extra charges on cruise ships that will drive you nuts – and what to do about them

One of the great allures of cruising is that a lot is included in the fare. Those $499-a-week rates that you see advertised include not just a room on a ship but meals and entertainment, too. Plus the ship acts as your transportation. It gets you from place to place at no extra cost.

The future of destination weddings in a post-pandemic world

COVID-19 has disrupted most travel plans for the rest of 2020 and possibly beyond. So what does this mean for destination weddings?

Best Places to Visit in October

After months cooped up inside, some of us are starting to consider dipping our toes into travel again. Even amid current constraints, there are options for a rewarding trip. How far from home you might go is based on personal comfort levels, but during the current pandemic, all vacations should be planned as responsibly as possible, with an abundance of caution.

Europe is Seeing a Surge in Coronavirus Cases. Are Tourists the Cause of the Increase?

Europe has seen sharp rises in the number of COVID-19 cases across the region, with some countries reporting higher daily caseloads than they have ever seen.

What It's Like to Travel to Key West During a Pandemic

Things are different, to be sure, but many shopkeepers and tour guides agreed this was a rare opportunity to visit the Keys without hordes of other tourists.

American Tourist Faces More Than $500,000 in Fines for Breaking Canadian Coronavirus Rules Twice

An American tourist who violated Canada’s coronavirus travel restrictions at least twice to sneak a visit to Banff National Park in June is now facing a six-figure fine and up to six months in jail.

The Krakatoa Eruption

During the spring and summer of 1883, the volcano on the South Pacific island of Krakatoa had been particularly active. In August of that year, however, the eruptions intensified, and on August 24th they began to occur every 10 minutes. On August 27th, the volcano erupted with a series of four explosions that, by most calculations, created the single loudest noise in recorded history. Tsunamis followed each explosion, with tidal changes noted as far away as South Africa and the English Channel. Roughly 3,500 miles away in Perth, Australia, people heard the explosions. The pressure wave traveled around the earth as many as seven times. Several small villages in the area, one at least 25 miles away on Sumatra, were completely devastated with no survivors by pyroclastic gases. The island of Krakatoa was diminished to a fraction of its pre-eruption size.

Southwest launches (another) $39 fare sale to woo pandemic travelers

Cheap fares have ruled the airline industry this year as airlines struggle to fill a shrunken number of seats during the coronavirus pandemic, and there's no sign it will end anytime soon.

Hurricane Laura: Check the airline waiver policies for Southwest, Delta, United, American

Due to fly in Hurricane Laura's path? Major airlines including United, Southwest, Delta, American and Spirit are issuing fee waivers to allow travelers to adjust their flight plans ahead of the storm without any cost.

Spirit Airlines, pilots reach agreement to avoid 600 furloughs

Spirit Airlines pilots’ union on Tuesday said it reached an agreement with the company that will avoid involuntary furloughs of around 600 pilots when federal aid that has helped protect airline jobs runs out in October.

American Airlines plans 19,000 furloughs, layoffs

American Airlines will furlough 17,500 employees and conduct 1,500 layoffs on the management side come Oct. 1, the carrier told employees Tuesday. "Today is the hardest message we have had to share so far – the announcement of involuntary staffing reductions effective Oct. 1,"

Cruise Line Extends Suspension of Operations Until Spring of 2021

At least one division of the Carnival Corporate brand has decided that it’s in their best interest to write off the rest of the 2020 season.

Italian cruise line says it will require negative coronavirus tests from passengers

Italian cruise line Costa Cruises will impose mandatory COVID-19 tests on passengers and will require negative results before boarding.

Princess Cruises cancels early 2021 voyages on two ships over COVID-19 restrictions

Carnival Corp’s (CCL.N) Princess Cruises said on Monday it would cancel early 2021 cruises on two ships, citing travel, border and port restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

US hotels offer students long-term housing but insist they're not mimicking the college dorm experience

In the midst of the pandemic, universities have found an ally. With fewer people in dorms, hotels around the United States are opening their doors to college students for long-term stays.

Hilton Named ‘Most Socially Responsible Hotel Management Group of China’

Hilton was recently named the "Most Socially Responsible Hotel Management Group of China," at the 15th China Hotel Starlight Awards. Hilton won additional accolades at the property level, with Waldorf Astoria Beijing and Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund named among the "Best Luxurious Hotels of China,"

Egypt in prime position to bounce back as leading tourist destination: UNWTO

Egypt has a very good opportunity to bounce back as a leading tourist destination following the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Zurab Pololikashvili, Secretary-General of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), said on Tuesday.

Pyramids of Giza Is Getting a New Visitors Center Complete With a Lounge, Cinema, and More

The Pyramids of Giza in Egypt are about to get even more tourist-friendly. According to Lonely Planet, the country’s number one tourist attraction will be opening a brand-new cafe, restaurant, lounge, and visitors center soon. The new facility is part of a wider plan to renovate the 4,500 year old site.

Away Just Launched Its First Travel Pet Carrier

Away is a stylish and durable luggage brand, and it just released its first pet carrier, which will be sure to become a travel must-have for those who take trips with their animals.

New York lifts coronavirus travel restrictions on 5 states

Gov. Andrew Cuomo said Tuesday he would drop five states from New York's travel advisory list, easing quarantine restrictions on visitors from regions previously viewed as hotbeds for the coronavirus.

Nineteenth Amendment

A mere 96 years ago, women had no Constitutionally guaranteed right to vote in elections. In January of 1918, President Woodrow Wilson announced that he was supporting a new amendment to the US Constitution that would give women the right to vote. The House of Representatives passed the amendment, but it failed in the Senate after a series of delays. The National Woman's Party began a campaign to oust members of Congress who voted against the Amendment - with great success. The following year, both Houses of Congress were overwhelmingly pro-suffrage. On May 21, 1919 the House of Representatives passed the amendment by a vote of 304 to 89, and in June the Senate passed it by a margin of 56 to 24. After ratification by the States, the Nineteenth Amendment was certified on August 26, 1920.

Other Forms Of Communication Are Evolving. Airline Travel Is Not.

Changes. Disruption. Those terms pretty much describe the situation facing the U.S. airline industry in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic. But there is one other dynamic in play that hasn’t yet been completely grasped or even identified by the airline industry

Airlines have one message for travellers: 'Keep the masks on'

“This is a call for common sense and taking responsibility,” Alexandre de Juniac, IATA’s Director-General and CEO. “The vast majority of travellers understand the importance of face covering both for themselves as well as for their fellow passengers, and airlines appreciate this collective effort.

This product kills COVID for 7 days—and just got EPA approval for some American Airlines planes

The Trump administration on Monday gave American Airlines Group Inc. emergency approval to deploy a new weapon against Covid-19: a surface coating that kills coronaviruses for as many as seven days.

Report card: Which hotel brands have adapted best to COVID-19?

We rated major hotel chains on their health and social distancing policies, along with their flexibility on bookings.

Universal Orlando Unveils New Ticket Pricing, Temporary Hotel Closures, and More

Theme parks are continuing to adapt amid the coronavirus pandemic, adding new mask rules, scaling back hours, and changing ticketing systems to better fit the ever-evolving situation. Since reopening in June after closing in March

Cruise trips are back. This is what they look like now

Boarding in the Italian port of Genoa for a seven-day Mediterranean cruise on August 16, travel agent Valeria Belardi prepared herself for a voyage like no other. Belardi was one of some 3,000 pioneering cruisers on board MSC Grandiosa, the first cruise liner to return to the Mediterranean following the global shut down of the multi billion-dollar cruise industry in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic.

MSC's Strict Screening Processes Are Already Working

MSC Cruises' host of new health and safety protocols are already working, as the cruise line has denied boarding to a group of guests following COVID-19 testing, according to a statement.

Will Travel Businesses Be In The Next Round Of PPP Stimulus?

Even though more people are traveling for leisure and business, travel volumes are still below their pre-pandemic levels. As a result, many travel businesses are struggling to stay open until tourism recovers. The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) can be a lifeline for many companies, yet it's unclear if the travel industry qualifies for aid.

7 Awesome Travel Destinations for Your Well-Deserved Vacation

Here are seven awesome travel destinations for your long overdue vacation

Vacation police: Travelers posting trip photos or asking for tips risk social media wrath amid pandemic

Vacationers traveling during the pandemic risk social media wrath from those who don't think anyone should be taking nonessential trips.

How Travel Brands Are Using Pinterest To Inspire Travel Again

Some good news on the travel front: People are starting to move again. More than 850,000 travelers passed through US airport security checkpoints on August 16—nearly 10x the number in early April when shelter-in-place mandates began.1 While it's still just one third of the volume compared to a year ago, we're beginning to see signs of recovery

Long delays at U.S.-Mexico border crossings after new travel restrictions

Americans who regularly cross the border from Mexico reported long wait times to re-enter the United States on Monday after U.S. officials imposed new COVID-19-related restrictions on cross-border travel by U.S. citizens and permanent residents.

The Liberation of Paris

The Liberation of Paris from Nazi occupation reached its climax in late August, 1944. Nazi Germany had occupied and administered Paris since June, 1940 in collaboration with the puppet Viche regime. The French Resistance continued to conduct its guerilla warfare bravely, but against overwhelming odds. As the Allies moved closer to Paris, the end was in sight. Free France General Leclerc ordered a column of heavy artillery into the French capital. An ultimatum of surrender was sent to German General Dietrich von Choltitz, the commander of the Paris German troops. Hitler sent orders to von Choltitz to destroy Paris. Weighing his options and recognizing the end was near, Von Choltitz surrendered on August 25, 1944. The next day, Charles DeGaulle entered Paris and took command.

EPA to approve American Airlines use of surface coating to fight coronavirus

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is set to announce on Monday it will issue an emergency exemption to the state of Texas permitting it to allow American Airlines to use a new surface coating that kills coronaviruses for up to seven days, sources briefed on the matter said.

Japanese airline testing hands-free bathroom doors

ANA is trialing bathroom lavatory doors that you can open with your elbow.

Coronavirus forces STA Travel out of business

The company, which grew out of a student travel business and specialised in trips for young people, including gap years and volunteer projects, has ceased trading. STA Travel has more than 50 shops in the UK. The firm said customers with bookings would "receive further communication in the coming days".

South Africa’s new airline could launch in January 2021

South Africa’s new national airline could launch as early as January 2021, the Sunday Times reports. The government is working with private sector investors for a restructured South African Airways (SAA) – and has received “more than 10 unsolicited offers” to partner with the airline, the paper said.

This New Charleston Hotel Has Secret Cocktail Windows Where You Can Drink a Socially Distant Negroni

The new Hotel Emeline in Charleston built speakeasy-style cocktail windows as a fun, Instagrammable feature for guests that became a necessary way to serve drinks during the global coronavirus pandemic.

Analysis: How Have Hotel Prices Changed in 2020 vs. 2019?

The world is topsy-turvy, and the travel industry has been hit hard. Holding a U.S. passport allows travel to almost nowhere. Air travel remains a receding memory for many. And many travelers are hitting the road, sometimes in brand-new RVs.

Currently Moored, High-End Cruise Ships Look to the Future

Though reopening dates are a moving target, the vessels will feel and look different when operations resume

Cruises Will Only Allow Cruise Line Shore Excursions At First

A couple cruise lines that are in the process of resuming cruises will start off by only allowing cruise line sponsored shore excursions.

Thailand floats plan to welcome back international tourists in October

Hope is on the horizon for travelers wanting to spend their upcoming winter holidays in Thailand -- provided they're willing to spend several weeks in the kingdom and only stick to designated areas.

Costa Rica plans to welcome back US travelers in September — but only if they're from these 6 states

Costa Rica will soon reopen its doors to American tourists — but only from six states. Starting September 1, residents of Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, and Vermont will be permitted to travel to the Central American country, according to an announcement made by Costa Rica's tourism board on Wednesday.

Returning from overseas or out of state? The CDC removes its 14-day quarantine recommendation

Travelers returning from a trip outside the country or their state no longer face recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to self-quarantine for 14 days upon return.

The Destruction of Pompeii

It was the day after Vulcanalia, the festival of the Roman god of fire. On August 24th, death rained down on the Roman village of Pompeii from Mount Vesuvius. For several weeks, the wells around the town had begun to go dry. A series of small earth tremors began. Then, on August 24th, the eruption commenced and lasted for almost 19 hours. More than 9 feet of volcanic pumice and ash fell on the town. Best estimates are that between 10,000 and 20,000 people died as a result of the eruption and its aftermath. Pompeii's actual location was forgotten until its accidental rediscovery in the 18th century.

American Airlines is dropping service to these 15 cities

American Airlines will temporarily stop flying routes to 15 small cities across the United States in October, signaling that some areas could wind up underserved as the coronavirus pandemic continues to devastate the travel industry.

Young children pose a dilemma for airlines with mask rules

Two recent incidents involving young children who refused to wear face masks show how airlines are struggling to balance safety with compassionate treatment of all their customers during a pandemic.

The Hotel Recovery: How Smart Brands Can Make Short-Term Sacrifices To Gain Long-Term Loyalty

As hoteliers continue their steep climb back from the greatest crisis in hospitality history, making sacrifices has been less of a strategy and more of a means for survival. Whether it's laying off employees or fighting tooth and nail for every booking, thus far there simply hasn't been another option.

This Centuries-old Samurai Castle Is Now a Japanese Hotel — and Guests Are Invited to Dress Like Warriors

How’s this for an escape? A Japanese village 500 miles away from the hustle and bustle of Tokyo has turned an old wooden castle into a hotel that feels straight out of the 16th century.

5 Wellness And Travel Tips For Fall

The COVID-19 outbreak and subsequent lock down measures meant that many people were forced to spend their summer indoors. Combating quarantine blues can come in different ways, from redecorating to starting a business. Here are 5 tips for fall’s approach and ways to still enjoy life during the pandemic.

You're not crazy: Loss of travel causing people to feel stress and anxiety

With so many travelers still grounded, and border restrictions keeping people all over the world confined to increasingly narrow spheres, it’s no surprise that people everywhere are feeling unmoored, stifled and — in many cases — downright unhappy.

8 Socially Distant Labor Day Getaway Destinations

Whether it's a long weekend road trip, an afternoon at your favorite national park or an island getaway, there are plenty of options.

Zagreb the Outdoor Stage: Adapting Tourism in the Corona Era

No destination in Croatia has adapted its tourism in the corona era as well as the Croatian capital. Meet Zagreb the Outdoor Stage.

Emirates expects to resume flights to all destinations by summer 2021

The Dubai airline is hoping to serve a network of 143 destinations within a year, says its chief operating officer

MSC Refuses to Let a Family Re-board Cruise After They Separated From Shore Excursion Group

A family on MSC Cruises' first trip back on the water in the Mediterranean was not allowed back on board after separating from their group during an officially planned excursion.

Victory Cruise Lines Announces Flexible Booking Policy for 2021

Victory Cruise Line has announced the all-new Risk-Free Booking Policy: Come Home to America in 2021. As part of the new offer, guests who book their 2021...

Can cruising in a mask be fun? These passengers think so

Croatia’s border opening saw an influx of bookings for premier small ship cruises with Katarina Line – masks and all.

The Theft of the Mona Lisa

On August 21, 1911 a patron of the Louvre Museum in Paris walked into the Salon Carré where Leonardo Da Vinci's Mona Lisa was on display for all to see. On this day, however, the famous painting was not on the wall where it had hung for the past five years. A search of the museum turned over no clues - the painting had been stolen. The French poet Guillaume Apollinaire came under suspicion; he, in turn, tried to implicate Pablo Picasso. Both were exonerated.

U.S. imposes sanctions on two UAE-based companies for aiding Iran's biggest airline

The Trump administration slapped fresh sanctions on two United Arab Emirates-based companies for providing material support to Iran’s largest airline, the Treasury Department said Wednesday.

Kicked Off: Cruise Line Boots Guests For Ignoring New Protocols

A group of passengers aboard the MSC Grandiosa has been kicked off the ship for violating new protocols put in place regarding shore excursions.

American Airlines halting service to 15 small cities after federal aid runs out in October

American Airlines said Thursday it plans to cut service to 15 small U.S. cities with low demand in October after the terms of federal aid requiring the flights expires.

How to Social Distance Effectively on a Cruise?

Cruise and travel tips on how to effectively social distance on a cruise vacation. A guide on helping you keep safe on the cruise ship.

Reliable, Rapid Tests Needed to Drive Cruise Restart, Says UnCruise CEO

“We need reliable, rapid testing,” said Dan Blanchard, CEO of UnCruise, that saw its attempted restart in Alaska last just a few days. As the first small-ship operator back into the market in Alaska at the start of the month, the cruise operator had asked guests to get tested for COVID-19 within 72 hours of boarding.

Mexico’s Hotel Booking Momentum Hits 150-Day High On SiteMinder’s World Hotel Index

Data by SiteMinder, the global hotel industry's leading guest acquisition platform, today reveals a steady recovery for Mexico's accommodation industry, as the country surpasses 65 percent of its 2019 booking levels for the first time since mid-March.

Best Western CEO says Airbnb can't promise the cleanliness hotels can during pandemic

The CEO of Best Western makes the case that hotel chains are safer and cleaner than Airbnbs right now.

Should Anyone Travel For Pleasure During COVID-19? 5 Rules For Responsible Road Trips

Should anyone be traveling for pleasure right now? This is the question on my mind as we enter month six of quarantine here in the Bay Area of California. When our local shelter-in-place was mandated, I had just returned from Austin, Texas and before that, Mexico City.

Hawaii Will Not Open to Tourists Until at Least October

With more positive COVID-19 cases in the state this month than the entire period from March to July, Hawaii’s governor extends the quarantine requirement for out-of-state visitors.

Not being able to travel is officially making us miserable

Fed up about the fact that all those holidays you thought you’d be going on this year have been postponed, disrupted or cancelled? Well, you’re definitely not alone if your lack of travel plans has left you feeling lower than you’d expect.

Croatia, Ecuador and Ghana get the WTTC Safe Travels Stamp

Croatia, Ecuador and Ghana are the latest in a long line of major destinations to use the world's first ever global safety and hygiene stamp, launched recently by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC).

The Assassination of Leon Trotsky

Leon Trotsky was a Russian revolutionary and Marxist theorist, and one of the key leaders of the Russian October Revolution. In the Communist Party, Trotsky was second in stature only to Lenin. His opposition to the rise of Joseph Stalin, however, earned him powerful enemies. Trotsky was cast out of the Communist party and deported from Russia.

U.S., China agree to expand airline flights between them to 8 per week

The United States and China have agreed to double the number of airline flights that each other’s airlines can operate between the countries, from four to eight per week.

Ryanair is cutting its flight capacity by 20% in September and October - what it means for customers

Ryanair has said that it will reduce its flight capacity by 20 per cent in September and October, following the tightening of coronavirus restrictions in some European destinations.

Airlines constantly adjusting their schedules means you can easily change your flight for free or get a refund — here's how

Airline flight schedules are not set in stone and are frequently changed depending on the company's operational needs.

6 ways staying at a hotel is better than an Airbnb

Vacation rentals like Airbnbs may work for a lot of families but for many, a points hotel is the only way to go. Here are 6 reasons why.

De Blasio orders NYC travelers to sign quarantine forms to get hotel access or risk fines, civil commitment

Some travelers visiting New York City are now required by law to sign a quarantine form to gain access to their hotel rooms – and those who fail to comply may be committed to hospitals.

'Stop the fear mongering!': Peeved cruise-goers tell the CDC they're ready to set sail despite the pandemic

As the expiration date for the United States' no-sail order on the cruise industry gets closer, the Centers for Disease Control wants to know how cruisers about getting back on the water — and the short answer, for most, is that they've been ready.

More Destinations Encourage Return of Cruising

As the first cruise ships have begun to return to service, more regions around the world are moving to encourage the return of cruising in their jurisdictions. Some of the larger markets for cruising are working aggressively to support the return of tourism while emerging markets are also taking steps to show their support for the cruise business.

The new rules of travel for the luxury jet setter

Wherever you turn, whichever direction you take, your next trip is likely to feel more like a mystery tour than the mandated seven days of same old, same old we’ve all been used to. But, we’re not here to wonder, we’re here to wander. Here are eight tactics for making the best of any outbound adventure you have planned

Bali plans to reopen to international tourists in September. A number of obstacles stand in its way

Bali authorities hope to reopen the Indonesian island to international tourism from September 11. But before travelers can return in significant numbers, a tricky game of health diplomacy awaits.

Brazil’s Christ the Redeemer Statue Reopened After Being Closed for Nearly Five Months

Brazil’s famous Christ the Redeemer statue reopened to the public this past weekend with reduced capacity and shorter hours to abide by coronavirus-sparked protocol.

Southwest reports 'modest' improvement in travel demand but cuts back on flights in coming months

Southwest said its third-quarter cash burn was slightly better than expected and said capacity in quarter would be lower than previously expected.

Salem Witch Trials

On August 19, 1692, five people, one woman and four men, were executed by hanging for the crime of witchcraft in Salem, Massachussetts. The five, Susannah Martin, George Burroughs, John Willard, George Jacobes, and John Proctor were caught up in the hysteria caused by a strange affliction of young women in the town. The first accused and arrested were social outcasts and of African descent, but as the literal witch-hunt spread, those who were arrested were upstanding citizens of Salem village, numbering as high as 62 at one point. Some were tortured into confession. The public examination for witchcraft involved accusers and "spectral evidence". In all, 19 people were executed before the end of the trials.

Hungarian Tourism Agency Announces Launch of Educational Specialist Program

Dear Travel Advisors, Hungarian Tourism is delighted to announce the launch of its first official Educational Specialist Program - Hungary Specialist. Hungary Specialist is a one-of-a-kind program designed for travel professionals worldwide, giving you a valuable familiarization tool to help develop your knowledge of Hungary and all it has to offer in today’s fast-paced digital world. The Hungary Specialist program will provide you with everything you need to know about selling Hungary. It will include main attractions and events so you can create the perfect itineraries for your clients. You will learn about our fascinating cities and countryside, our culture, cuisine, wines and gracious hospitality, customs and traditions, wellness and health and much more.

Clearing The Misconceptions About Government Aid To Airlines

Governmental aid to individuals and businesses is a highly charged topic, as there are a lot of opinions about priorities and views of what is just and why in a free market economy, the aid might be needed. Among the more controversial ideas is giving aid to airlines. The most common narrative is that these businesses have squandered their cash, treat customers poorly, are undisciplined in their pricing, and mostly cause their own problems.

Airlines, airports urge COVID-19 tests as quarantine alternative

Airlines and airports will ask a United Nations-led task force meeting on Tuesday to recommend that countries accept a negative COVID-19 test within 48 hours of travel as an alternative to quarantines that have decimated demand for travel, according to a document seen by Reuters news agency.

The First Cruise to Sail the Mediterranean Since COVID-19 Left Port This Weekend

The first Mediterranean cruise since Italy lifted its coronavirus lockdown set sail on Sunday evening. The MSC Grandiosa set sail from Genoa in northern Italy on Sunday evening for a seven-night cruise of the western Mediterranean.

Caribbean Island Says No Cruise Ships Until 2021

As cruise lines anxiously eye an eventual return to service, at least one Caribbean port has made it clear that ships will not be welcome back until at least next year.

Amid cruising shutdown, Carnival hypes 'first roller coaster at sea' on new ship in 2021

Carnival Cruise Line posted a video previewing its anticipated Mardi Gras ship's new roller coaster, BOLT, amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Thailand Is Ranked The World's Safest "New Normal" Travel Destination, But...

Thailand was ranked as the world’s safest tourist destination during the Covid-19 pandemic. A study conducted by German-based travel agency, Tourlane, created a ranking to determine the safest place people can travel to by taking into account each country’s Covid-19 infection data

Nigeria to resume international travel operations August 29

Nigeria is gearing up to resume international flights in and out of the country after shutting down its airport in March to curb the spread of Covid-19. According to a statement released Monday by the Ministry of Aviation, flights will resume August 29 from Lagos, the west African nation's commercial hub, and Abuja, its capital city.

COVID-19 could eliminate 197 million travel industry jobs and wipe $5.5 trillion from the global GDP, a trade group warns

Nearly 200 million travel industry jobs could vanish as a direct result of the coronavirus pandemic, according to a grim new forecast from the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC).

Air Canada Is Promoting Travel To The United States

For about a month now, Air Canada’s customer service line has been automatically greeting callers with a pre-recorded message notifying them of the ability to travel to the United States. While many Canadians could be under the impression that only essential travel to the United States is permitted

#staycation - Why Hotels Are Still Opening Even With Travel Restrictions In Place

Somewhere high up in the mountainous regions of Switzerland, a general manager walks up to the second floor of his luxury 5-star hotel and smiles down at the influx of guests.

Can Sales and Marketing Save the Hotel Industry?

COVID-19 has knocked the wind out of hotel profits. No more so than within the conference business, a traditionally bustling moneymaker that has wilted amid the pandemic. Still, sitting on your hands until it all blows over is not the smart approach.

South African Tourism reassures leisure travellers it's ready to reopen safely

The announcement by President Cyril Ramaphosa on Sunday that South Africa would be instituting Level 2 of the National Lockdown on Tuesday, August 18 , with new regulations is welcome news for many industries which have been crippled by the lockdown regulations limiting their operations.

The Birth Of Virginia Dare

The first child in the New World born to English parents was Virginia Dare, born August 18, 1587. Her parents were Eleanor and Ananias Dare, colonists in the ill-fated Roanoke Colony, in present day North Carolina. The Roanoke Colony is now commonly referred to as "The Lost Colony" as it disappeared almost without a trace. As a result, the details of her life, as well as the date of young Virginia's death is unknown.

Pike Place Market Opens

The local farmers around Seattle were not happy. Because of the distance into town and the difficult requirements of city government, most were forced to sell their produce on consignment through the wholesalers in town. As a result, they made little of the final profit on the food they brought to town. On Saturday, August 17, 1907 City Council declared the day Public Market Day and permitted the farmers to sell direct to the public. Threats of violence from the consignment sellers dampened the opening day enthusiasm, but soon the public began to show. Pike Place Market was to become the longest continuously-running public farmer's market in the United States.

United Airlines takes multi-layered approach to assure safety for customers, employees

DENVER -- Business is slowly picking back up for the airlines, but some customers are still hesitant to fly, because of the pandemic. United, the biggest airline at Denver International Airport, has launched a program called United CleanPlus to assure passengers that it is safe to travel.

American Airlines just made a shocking gesture toward business travelers

It's a couple of clicks of a computer keyboard, for which airlines routinely charge $200. Now, American Airlines suddenly takes a different stance on certain fees. The cornonavirus changes business attitudes in a hurry.

First Mediterranean cruise sets sail after Italy's coronavirus lockdown lifts

Cruise ship passengers were having their temperatures checked and taking COVID-19 tests Sunday so they could set sail on what is being billed as the first Mediterranean cruise after Italy’s pandemic lockdown.

The Cruise Ship Story Mainstream Media Got Wrong

Back in March, the mainstream media was quick to jump on the Ruby Princess story, painting the ship and those in charge of her as a major contributor to the current health crisis. Now, however, few of those same outlets are giving equal coverage to a new report which has essentially cleared the ship and her crew of wrongdoing.

Selling Cruises–Smaller Ships Which ‘Go Nowhere’ Might Revive The Industry

People will want different things out of a cruise now. Notably, a smaller ship, one which is more environmentally friendly, pandemic proof and which can reach places that larger ships cannot, without the over-tourism. Some could also choose to go nowhere at all.

Can Sales and Marketing Save the Hotel Industry?

COVID-19 has knocked the wind out of hotel profits. No more so than within the conference business, a traditionally bustling moneymaker that has wilted amid the pandemic.

2 Universal Orlando hotels temporarily closing over coronavirus struggles

Two hotels at Universal Orlando will be closing next week. The Loews Sapphire Falls Resort and Universal's Aventura Hotel -- both operated by luxury hospitality company Loews Hotels -- will temporarily close on Aug. 21, a spokesperson confirmed to FOX Business.

Germany declares all of Spain as 'risk area,' defends decision

Germany’s government has labeled the entirety of mainland Spain as a “risk area” for coronavirus infections, drawing criticism. The ban also includes certain islands, such as the Balearic Islands and Mallorca – a popular travel destination for German tourists – but notably excludes the Canary Islands.

Overcrowded, overpriced and overwhelmed. The UK's Covid-19 staycation nightmare

Beaches strewn with waste, wild campers destroying fragile habitats, warnings from an increasingly overstretched Coastguard, unaffordable accommodations. What was supposed to have been a Great British summer has, for many, become a staycation nightmare.

British tourists rush back from France to avoid quarantine

Thousands of British holidaymakers have been trying to return home from France in an attempt to avoid new quarantine restrictions imposed by the UK government.

Land travel restrictions along Mexico-US border extended until September 21

The Secretary of Foreign Relations has confirmed the extended closure to non-essential land travel across the Mexico-US border. On Thursday, Marcelo Ebrard said that the border with the United States cannot be opened now because that country is going through a resurgence of coronavirus cases, noting that in Mexico, most of the states are in a downward trend.

France to be added to UK quarantine countries

The 14-day isolation requirement from 04:00 BST also now applies to people arriving from the Netherlands, Monaco, Malta, Turks and Caicos, and Aruba. It comes after France's prime minister acknowledged infection numbers were going "the wrong way".

American Airlines prepares to drop some service to smaller cities as expiration of federal aid nears

American could announce route reductions as early as next week and the changes would likely affect small to midsize cities.

Master List Of All Major International Airline Coronavirus Change And Cancellation Policies Advisor

“What should I do about my trip?” It’s a question we are hearing often. In the short term, for international travel the State Department and most countries have answered the question for you: stay home. Even with the global travel ban lifted, the vast majority of the globe is under a travel warning or will not allow Americans to enter.

JetBlue is the First U.S. Airline to Commit to and Achieve Carbon Neutrality for All Domestic Flying

JetBlue (Nasdaq: JBLU) today announced it has followed through on its commitment to go carbon neutral on all domestic flights. Earlier this year, JetBlue became the first major U.S. airline to commit to this critical and measurable step toward reducing its contribution to global warming, and is now the first U.S. airline to achieve carbon neutrality on all domestic flying.

Region overview: 62,000 new rooms to expand Africa’s hotel offering

Africa’s hotel market is growing at speed thanks in no small part to the development of an impressive number of five-star properties, the TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database reveals.

Flight attendant's hotel check-in tips video goes viral

Avid travelers know it’s normal to feel the heebie-jeebies in hotels, inspiring one flight attendant to share a must-know list of check-in tips to make accommodations feel a bit more like home sweet home.

Even cruise executives are surprised by how many people are booking cruises

Despite a seemingly endless barrage of negative news about cruising in recent months, and the fact that most ships aren’t operating due to the coronavirus pandemic, cruise fans continue to book future cruises with abandon — so much so that it has taken even cruise line executives off guard.

Italian Cruise Ships Plan to Steer Clear of Venice

When Italian cruise ships begin sailing again this weekend, they will not stop in Venice.

Americans Are Heading to Florida and Hawaii for Labor Day Weekend, Data Shows

Data from travel app TripIt from Concur shows that Americans are heading to warm-weather destinations like Florida and Hawaii for Labor Day weekend.

Europe isn't going on vacation. That spells trouble for millions of workers

There are early signs that attempts to restart travel and draw tourists back to the world's most visited region are floundering, placing millions of jobs at risk and reducing the chance of a quick economic recovery from the coronavirus pandemic.

The top 15 off-the-radar destinations travelers are dreaming of visiting after the pandemic, according to Tripadvisor

Tripadvisor has identified the top off-the-radar destinations travelers are hoping to visit post-pandemic as part its 2020 Travelers' Choice Awards.

Dubai International Airport Becomes the First to Deploy Coronavirus-sniffing Dogs

The coronavirus-sniffing canines are hard at work at Dubai International Airport, testing samples from travelers visiting the country. Test results, which are said to have a 92 percent accuracy rate, are returned in less than a minute.

Social Security Act

On August 14, 1935, President Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act to provide a government pension system for the retired. The program is funded with payroll taxes known as Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA). Outside of the spending for the U.S. military, the Social Security system is the single largest government program in the world and the single greatest expense in the federal budget of the United States.

Travel Research Online is pleased to announce that Cheryl Rosen will begin a bi-weekly column for TRO

Tallahassee, Florida / August 14, 2020 - Travel Research Online is pleased to announce that Cheryl Rosen will begin a bi-weekly column for TRO. Cheryl’s 40-year career in journalism is bookended by roles in the travel industry, including Executive Editor of Business Travel News in the 1990s, and recently, Editor in Chief of Travel Market Report and admin of Cheryl Rosen’s Group for Travel Professionals, a news and support group on Facebook.

American Airlines bans face masks with vents or valves, becomes latest carrier to announce the policy

American Airlines is the latest major carrier to ban face masks with one-way valves or vents, following similar mandates from airlines including United, Delta and JetBlue.

Opinion: 5 ways Covid-19 will challenge airlines for years

The coronavirus pandemic caused commercial air travel to come to a standstill for several months, and it is now at only a fraction of 2019 demand. About 20 airlines have shut down operations or declared bankruptcy.

Airlines Try To Stay Safe Without Federally-Mandated COVID-19 Guidelines

Airlines continue to face a lot of confusion and uncertainty during the coronavirus pandemic.

Japan's first-ever hotel in a wooden castle breathes new life into fading rural town

A new Japanese hotel offers travelers a first-of-its-kind experience -- to live like a medieval lord in a real castle keep. The opening is part of a bigger mission -- to revive a dwindling rural town.

Marriott CEO Remains Optimistic About the Future of Travel Thanks to Recent Increase in Openings, Bookings

While the effects of COVID-19 on the travel industry have been dire, the president and CEO of Marriott International says there are reasons to be optimistic about the future.

Travel agents highlight impact of COVID-19 pandemic

The travel industry came to an abrupt halt because of the COVID-19 pandemic as travelers canceled or rescheduled trips, yet travel agents said when travel returns, it will come back...

Trend Insight: The New Ways We Will Travel

Over the past few months, the pandemic has grounded airlines, closed borders and made many of us fearful of going too far from home. But now destinations are beginning to open up again and our appetite for travel is slowly returning. In this post-Covid era, there are new trends emerging for how we will travel

Thailand named safest holiday destination amid Covid-19 pandemic

As travel restrictions are changing rapidly around the world, many travellers are a bit apprehensive about spending their summer months abroad. Berlin-based travel startup Tourlane has unveiled a list of the safest destination for international tourists.

Postponed by pandemic: Only 27% of Americans have taken a vacation during COVID-19

For many Americans, fear of contracting COVID-19 is outweighing the desire to take that annual planned vacation, one study shows. But just how many Americans changed or outright canceled their vacation plans due to the virus?

More cruise lines eye preboarding COVID tests for passengers

Get ready to get tested for COVID-19 when you show up for a cruise. A growing number of cruise lines including MSC Cruises and the many brands of the Royal Caribbean Group are talking about testing every passenger who arrives for a voyage during the check-in process when cruising resumes.

This Beautiful New Cruise Ship Will Start Sailing the Galapagos Islands Next Month

A new ship headed to the Galápagos Islands will soon add a bit of luxury to the eco-minded destination. The newly built Silver Origin is scheduled to start sailing with passengers on Sept. 19, with a series of adventurous itineraries that offer lots of wildlife-watching moments.

Royal Caribbean Gets Another Lifeline with $700 Million Loan

Royal Caribbean Group, owner of the cruise lines Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises, Azamara, Silversea, TUI, and Hapag Lloyd, received another lifeline today with a $700 million loan.

Alfred Hitchcock is born

On August 13, 1899, Sir Alfred Joseph Hitchcock was born. The groundbreaking filmmaker pioneered many innovative film techniques, dominating the thriller genre for most of his career. Even today he remains one of the most renowned filmmakers in the world; his distinctive profile is still recgonizable to a large audience. Hitchcock was born in the United Kingdom, but he also held citizenship in the United States. He directed more than 50 films over a sixty year career, appearing in cameos or as an extra in many of them.

'We've been waiting months for a flight refund'

David Hanson's dream holiday was cancelled, but like many Brits he's been waiting months for a refund.

American Airlines Waives Change Fees Until 2021

Demand for travel in the United States continues to stagnate at historically low levels. That’s seen many airlines become more flexible with their ticketing rules. American Airlines is no exception. Yesterday the Dallas-based airline announced it would waive change fees for travel through to the start of 2021. Best of all, it opens up an interesting loophole.

United Airlines Disinfecting With UV Light

United Airlines has joined the small list of airlines who are now using ultraviolet light to disinfect parts of their airplanes.

Here’s Where To Use Hotel Points For Your Next All-Inclusive Vacation

Hotel loyalty points can unlock all kinds of doors when you travel. Now, you can add 50 more all-inclusive luxury resorts to that list. This week, Choice Hotels added 50 luxury, all-inclusive AMResorts properties to its portfolio. Members can redeem and earn hotel points through its Choice Privileges program for a stay.

An inside look at how Hilton is cleaning hotel rooms between guests

TPG got a behind-the-scenes look at how Hilton is cleaning and disinfecting its hotels to minimize the risk of coronavirus.

List of Carnival's Canceled Cruises for Each Cruise Ship

Last week, Carnival Cruise Line made changes to their restart schedule when they agreed to voluntarily extend their suspension of cruises. While Carnival Cruise Line is not planning on resuming cruises until November 1, 2020, not all cruise ships will start back up at that time.

Big Cruise Companies Burning Through $1 Billion a Month

Carnival Corporation, Royal Caribbean Group and Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings are burning through over $1 billion per month without revenue-generating...

Mexico Is Under a Level 4 'Do Not Travel' Warning, but There Are Exceptions — Here's What to Know

The U.S. State Department classified Mexico under a Level 4 advisory, cautioning against travel to the country due to COVID-19, even as the department lifted the same advisory for the world.

Will the pandemic turn us into more conscious travellers?

As we tentatively start to pencil in future holidays, it is time to consider what kind of tourists we want to be

The IBM PC Introduced

On August 12, 1981, IBM introduced the IBM 5150. Designed and created by a team of IBM engineers in Boca Raton Florida, the IBM 5150 quickly became known as the IBM Personal Computer, or, more commonly, as the IBM PC. It had two floppy drives and no hard drive. A decision was made to base the computer around the Intel 8086 chip and an operating system from Microsoft, a start-up in Seattle. The maximum memory was 256 kB and the monitor was a monochrome green screen. This configuration sold for $3,005. While far from an "instant success" in the home market, IBM's entry into the field ensconced the personal computer on the desktops of businesses everywhere.

These social-distancing-friendly, multigenerational family trips will appeal to the whole family

We may be in unprecedented times, but with careful planning and prudent destination choices that avoid states with COVID-19 upswings, summer is still an ideal time to grab your extended group and travel with parents, children, aunts, uncles, cousins, grandparents and blended families.

Not traveling right now? Finish these neglected projects from your last vacation

It’s common to return from a wonderful and enriching vacation being tired, unorganized but euphoric. There are always post-vacation goals to complete like marveling at photos of sites that were visited, writing reviews of restaurants or hotels, and conquering your travel bucket list.

The Babe Hits 500

On August 11, 1929, Babe Ruth became the first baseball player to hit 500 career home runs with a home run at League Park in Cleveland, Ohio. Born George Herman Ruth, Jr. on February 6, 1895, Babe Ruth was the first player to hit 60 home runs in one season in 1927. That record stood for 34 years until broken by Roger Maris in 1961. Lkewise, his lifetime total of 714 home runs was a record for 39 years, until broken by Hank Aaron in 1974. Typically ranked as one of the best baseball players ever, Ruth was also the first American sports celebrity superstar.

Airline shares surge as TSA numbers hit pandemic high, support for second bailout builds

Airline shares are having their biggest gains in weeks as the TSA posted the highest numbers in five months and support grows for more federal payroll support.

Airlines have tightened mask policies, again. Here's what you need to know

Many airlines have removed medical exemptions for face masks and are prohibiting certain types of face coverings.

Police searched a United Airlines jet after a reportedly hallucinating passenger claimed there was a bomb on board

Police officers searched the plane with passengers still on board and offloaded each piece of luggage on the plane to be checked by canine units.

FAA & DOD approved: DAG Wireless boosts airline connectivity with 5G solution

As airline plan their return to normal, they must find innovative ways to support each traveler's needs. Israeli company DAG Wireless enters the picture with low-latency 5G wireless solution that changes the way we connect 30,000 feet in the air...

Where Are All The Cruise Ships?

While we see the images of parked airliners lined up on taxiways and wing-to-wing at various airports around the world, where are all the cruise ships?

Costa Cruises Given Green Light to Restart Cruising in Italy

Costa Cruises has been given the go ahead to restart cruises by the Italian government. The Carnival Corp.-owned line announced that it had been "given the authorization to cruise" by the Italian authorities and said it would announce its full program of itineraries shortly.

Contactless Check-in: 5 Powerful Benefits To Transform Hotel

Contactless check-in has been implemented in many hotels due to the COVID-19 pandemic, as it allows hotels to adhere to all health and safety guidelines. However, this type of check-in has been around for years.

Not all heroes wear capes: The new hotel bed that fights viruses and bacteria

2020 has brought about many changes in our lives this year. Amongst other adjustments, we’re all becoming more germ-conscious than ever — and this pandemic is to blame.

US New Travel Advisories: Here’s Where Americans Can (Or Not) Trip

Just because the U.S. lifted its global travel warning last week does not mean the world is suddenly open for Americans on vacation. Still it’s a step in the right direction. The highest “Level 4” global travel advisory, pretty much ruled out any international trips since March, with its loud as a foghorn: “Do Not Travel”

The average cost of travel insurance by age, destination, and number of travelers

The average cost of travel insurance varies, but your age and the cost of your trip are the two biggest factors in the price.

How CDC determines the level of a destination's COVID-19 travel health notice

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Control (CDC) notifies travellers and other audiences about health threats in destinations around the world through Travel Health Notices (THN). During the COVID-19 pandemic, CDC has also provided an interactive world map specifically showing COVID-19 travel recommendations by destination.

Covid-19 travel restrictions devastate Africa’s tourism

Global restrictions on travel have dealt a devastating blow to African nations, including Zimbabwe, who depend on tourists and their hard currency to support an industry that employs millions of people on the continent.

Airline Catering Companies Received $486 Million In CARES Act Support

While CARES Act support for the airlines and private jet operators has been well documented, the Treasury Department also provided payroll aid to cargo airlines, fuelers, and companies that support air travel such as ground handlers, and yes, airline caterers.

Major US airlines have created a 'no fly list' for travelers who refuse to wear face coverings during the pandemic

Major US airlines are placing customers who won't wear masks on flights on "no-fly" lists. On Friday, Alaska Airlines announced that any passenger over the age of 2 would be barred from flying with the company again if they refused to a wear a face covering

Which Airlines Have Fared Better In The Recovery?

COVID-19 recovery does not look the same for all airlines. Over the past few months, certain European carriers have been ramping up services faster than others. So, what dictates a successful recovery, and who is doing it well?

New COVID-era cruise restriction: No leaving the ship without an escort

Would you take a cruise if you couldn’t leave the ship during a port call without an escort? That’s the way it’s going to work on two MSC Cruises vessels that are scheduled to restart sailings in Europe later this month.

Italy Reopening For Cruise Ships on August 15

Prime Minister, Giuseppe Conte announced late Friday that Italy will be reopening its borders for cruise ships starting on August 15th, 2020. It's the latest move to boost Italy's tourism industry hit hard by the global pandemic.

Thailand touted as medical marijuana tourist destination

Thailand’s ailing economy, particularly its tourism and agriculture sectors, is poised to get a boost from new rules that ease the private cultivation and sale of medical marijuana.

CDC advisory removes mention of Guam as foreign destination

The people in charge of writing the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention travel advisories might not have known that Guam is a U.S. territory, but now it looks

Kenya’s tourist sites are safe, open for visitors: President Kenyatta

Kenya’s President Uhuru Kenyatta has expressed satisfaction with the measures being taken by stakeholders in the hospitality sector to protect tourists from the coronavirus pandemic. He said Kenya is ready to receive tourists and, encouraged local and foreign travellers to take advantage of the prevailing low rates to visit the country’s famous tourist sites.

Trump’s WeChat Ban Will Harm More Than Just Tourism

President Donald Trump's executive order barring Americans from doing business with Tencent Holdings Ltd., maker of the super-app WeChat, will deal a serious blow to the already beleaguered U.S. tourism industry. It could also help undo decades’ worth of progress in establishing person-to-person ties between the two increasingly fractious countries.

The Hotel Experience Is Set to Change Way Beyond Cleaning Protocols

The hotel industry responded quickly to the threat of the novel coronavirus by introducing a blitz of safety measures, including electrostatic spray guns across all of Marriott's 7,000-plus properties, U.V. germ zappers at Hilton

Hotel Owners Need to Get Creative to Outlast COVID-19

The coronavirus outbreak has punished most property types, but the two that have been the hardest hit are, without doubt, retail and hospitality. Even between those two classes though, things are uneven. While retail spaces have been hammered by missed payments and widespread obstacles to shopping

Magellan Sets Sail

On August 10, 1519, five ships under the command of Ferdinand Magellan left Seville seeking a passage through South America to reach India. Spain had ceded the eastern passage around Africa to Portugal, so an eastern passage was critical to the nation. On December 6, Magellan's fleet sighted South America. Avoiding Brazil, which was Portugese territory, Magellan and his crew continued south. On October 21, 1520, they reached the Estrecho de Todos los Santos, ("All Saints' Channel"), now named the Strait of Magellan. On November 28th, Magellan entered the waters they named Mar Pacifico (Pacific Ocean) because of its calm. Magellan would not complete the journey. He was killed in the Phillipines during a battle with natives. The expedition returned to Spain, the first to circumnavigate the globe.

‘Have Mask, Will Travel’ – Cruisers Take to the Water in Age Of Social Distancing as Katarina Line Ramps Up 2020 Season

Croatia’s premier small ship cruise company Katarina Line is reporting brisk bookings since launching its 2020 season, following Croatia’s reopening of borders to visitors. The company says that pent-up demand after months of government lockdown due to COVID-19 is helping to fuel the positive trend. Confidence in the cruise experience is also a factor, with passengers wanting a safe environment that includes the observance of all necessary health protocols, such as cleaning and disinfecting of public surfaces onboard, as well as the use of facial covering and social distancing, when appropriate. Customers also want assurances of a flexible booking policy that allows them to reschedule their cruise, should it be cancelled due to government regulations. These are all features of a Katarina Line cruise.

63% of U.S. consumers are willing to pay more to have seats blocked—here are the airline policies on this

Many airlines instituted blocking middle seats to increase safety for passengers amid the coronavirus, but some have already stopped. Here’s a roundup of airline policies.

Airline Stocks Are Rallying Because More Bailout Help Appears to Be on the Way

A measure now in Congress would extend the Payroll Support Program for another six months, potentially preserving thousands of jobs until March 31, 2021.

Top 3 Hotel Operators Post-COVID and Why?

It's been a few months where hospitality, entertainment, and leisure venues shut their doors in the UK and most part of the world. However, in July 2020, UK, European & global hotel, and hospitality had started planning for a 'new normal' reopening of their businesses.

Hilton Plans Hotel Developments Despite Big Losses

Hilton Worldwide Holdings pressed on with developing new hotels despite heavy losses last quarter. The hotel giant opened 60 hotels with 6,800 new rooms last quarter despite reporting a net loss of $432 million in the second quarter.

U.S. State Department Eases Global Coronavirus Travel Advisory

The department cited regional changes in the coronavirus pandemic, including significant improvements in some areas and declines in public health in others.

August 2020 Update On Coronavirus Travel Restrictions

It's hard to believe that we're almost three-quarters of a year into pandemic-related travel restrictions. August is typically the month for last-minute trips before a brand new school year.

Venice has the chance to reinvent as a tourist destination amid Covid-19

Venice has long suffered with one of the most famous cases of overtourism in the world, which has placed immense pressure on the city’s infrastructure and amenities. The lack of tourists amid COVID-19 has allowed the destination to rethink its tourism strategy, along with how the issue of overtourism can be managed effectively.

Hawaii to reinstate 14-day travel quarantine for traveling between islands

Hawaii Gov. David Ige said the move was "the last thing that we wanted to do" but as the state reopened, "people let their guard down."

Passports for purchase: How the elite get through a pandemic

or most people, the coronavirus pandemic has meant fewer travel options. Not so for super-rich families who are increasingly using their money to cross borders that would otherwise be closed to them.

Alaska Airlines: “No mask, no travel, no exceptions”

Alaska Airlines announced Wednesday that it will not permit passengers to travel without a mask covering their nose and mouth.

What life is like onboard one of the first European river cruises

We told you what life is like on one of the first ocean voyages last week. But what’s happening on the rivers of Europe? A number of lines like German

Cruising Won’t Resume in the U.S. Until at Least November, Cruise Association Confirms

The group counts major lines as members, including Carnival Cruise Line, Disney Cruise Line, Cunard Line, Holland America Line, Norwegian Cruise Line, and Royal Caribbean International.

The Purple Heart

On August 7, 1782, General George Washington issued orders to the Continental Army creating the Badge of Military Merit, later better known as "The Purple Heart" . Designed by Washington himself, the medal was intended for soldiers wounded in battle. As such, it is one of the first honors to be awarded to common soldiers as opposed to officers. It is the second oldest United States military award in existence.

ABC GLOBAL SERVICES ACQUIRES CCRA

BOCA RATON, Fla. (Aug. 5, 2020) – ABC Global Services is pleased to announce that it is acquiring the assets of CCRA (The Travel Commerce Network) in an integration of the two largest providers of hotel content and travel agency services. Combined, the two organizations will prove mutually beneficial to their Travel Management Company (TMC) and agency clients by providing an unparalleled level of travel and hospitality products and personalized service administered by the industry’s best account management team. They also will offer unmatched opportunities for their hotel partners to grow revenue across a broad range of travel segments.

Trump says he's in favor of plan to give $25 billion more to struggling airline industry

President Trump said he supported a proposal that has gained bipartisan support for $25 billion in additional federal aid for airline payrolls.

No more medical exemptions: Alaska Airlines says anyone who can't or won't wear a mask won't be allowed to fly

Alaska Airlines said Wednesday that it will no longer allow medical exemptions from its mask requirement, part of an effort to slow the coronavirus.

Airlines Plan to Cut a Tenth of Their Workers. Why That Might Not Be Enough.

Airlines are planning to cut 10% of their jobs this fall, but at least one analyst thinks that isn’t enough for the industry to regain profitability. While airlines are planning workforce reductions of 76,000 this fall, the industry may need to double that figure, according to a note published Wednesday by Cowen’s Helane Becker.

Royal Caribbean, Carnival, Disney, and dozens of other cruise lines won't sail out of the US until at least October 31

Some of the most well-known cruise lines in the world won't be sailing out of the US any time soon. An industry group of nearly 60 cruise lines announced on Wednesday that cruise companies including Royal Caribbean, Carnival, and Disney cruises

Crystal gets squeaky clean with new safety protocols

Crystal Cruises has unveiled Crystal Clean+, its initial set of safety and health protocols to be implemented on its ships Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony once they return to sailing.

Beirut explosion sinks Orient Queen cruise ship, killing two crew members

The Orient Queen cruise ship which was berthed at Beirut port in Lebanon has reportedly sunk after two massive explosions at the port on 4 August.

Why Hotels Should Reframe The Narrative As They Open Back Up

The other day, I was reading a press release from one of New York’s most luxurious hotels. For decades, it’s been a bastion of wealth and privilege. I was curious, with the city beginning to reopen, how this particular establishment would approach its messaging to customers.

The Bombing of Hiroshima

On August 6, 1945, the crew of the American B-29 bomber Enola Gay dropped an atomic bomb in the Japanese city of Hiroshima. An estimated 80,000 people died either immediately or shortly thereafter. By year's end, that toll reached closer to 140,000 people. 70% of the city's buildings were completely destroyed. The attack on Hiroshima is largely regarded as the deciding factor in Japan's surrender and the ending of World War II.

Ripe for Rebound: Reimagining Hotel Touchpoints

In many ways, the hospitality industry is founded on high touch interactions. Beyond the obvious appeal of an ideal location, the experience of a new culture, or a momentary 'pause' or escape from everyday life, much of the guest travel experience is defined by the services they experience.

Here's where U.S. vacationers would be willing to travel again

Reliably clean hotels and airplane cabins or a proven Covid-19 vaccine would be enough to make about half of Americans comfortable enough to travel again.

6 things to keep in mind before you book an international trip during the pandemic

Keeping track of what countries are open to Americans, along with any entrance rules, including negative COVID-19 tests and quarantine requirements upon arrival, can be more stressful than being wedged in a middle seat in economy on a long-haul flight.

You can now visit the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum via virtual tour

To mark the 75th anniversary of the Hiroshima bombing, the museum has launched 3D renderings of its building and artefacts online

Inside Audacity Fest, Where Black Travelers Have an Open Conversation about Travel

Over the past few months, a lot of things have shifted for people of color. The deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and many more at the hands of the police have sparked ongoing protests around the country, subsequently highlighting injustices across every industry—including travel.

Surge in Virus Cases Dampens Europe’s Hopes for Rapid Recovery

An increase in coronavirus cases across Europe threatens to snuff out hopes of a quick recovery as locations from Aberdeen to Catalonia reinstate measures to control the disease.

TRO Announces New Weekly Column by Richard D’Ambrosio

Tallahassee, Florida / August 4, 2020 - Travel Research Online is pleased to announce that Richard D’Ambrosio will begin a weekly column for TRO titled Taking Control. is a master storyteller who, for more than 30 years, has helped leading brands like American Express, Virgin Atlantic Airways, the Family Travel Association (FTA), and Thomas Cook Travel tell their stories to their customers, the media, and employees.

William Wallace is captured

As a leader of the Scot battle for independence, William Wallace was the scourge of Edward I of England. Utilizing many guerilla warfare tactics when he had few soldiers, and brilliant battlefield tactics when he had forces to lead, William Wallace was eventually knighted and called "Guardian of Scotland and Leader of its armies." Edward I was obsessed with his capture,and eventually Wallace was betrayed by those in his ranks loyal to England and the wealth it could bestow. Edward I had Wallace tortured, drawn and quartered, and finally beheaded.

Southwest Airlines cuts back on Covid-19 cleanings to speed up flight turnarounds

A Southwest memo says the company is cutting back on some parts of its passenger cabin cleaning procedures for the Covid-19 pandemic so the airline can reduce the time aircraft spend on the ground between flights.

Pakistan International Airlines sacks 63 employees for fake degrees

The Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) last month sacked 63 of its employees, including five pilots, on charges of fake degrees, embezzlement and absence from duty.

At least 3 cruise ships are battling coronavirus outbreaks as the industry's return hits a rocky start

At least three cruise lines — Norway's Hurtigruten, Germany's AIDA, and Paul Gauguin in the South Pacific — are battling outbreaks within crew ranks or among passengers, according to news reports.

Do Cruise Ships Have Doctors?

Falling ill on vacation isn't fun, but it can be especially unnerving on a cruise ship, where you're confined to close quarters and can't head to the nearest doctor's office to seek relief. Or can you?

NYC party boat owners arrested after their cruise was busted with more than 170 guests on board

A riverboat party attended by more than 170 people in New York over the weekend violated state and city emergency orders, according to the New York City Sheriff's Office.

Uncertain times for travel insurers amid COVID-19 pandemic

The ever-evolving insurance industry has been challenged by the global COVID-19 pandemic with the closing of borders and sanitary measures that kept people from travelling.

WHO Advises Gradual Easing of Travel Restrictions

In the last month, countries have started easing coronavirus travel restrictions, which has led to a spike in infections in several countries, as well as the reintroduction of border controls and entry restrictions.

About 40% of destinations have eased their travel restrictions

According to the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), 40% of all destinations worldwide have now eased the restrictions they placed on international tourism in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Tourism industry given morale boost as Germany greenlights summer holidays in Turkey

The Turkish tourism industry on Tuesday received some long-anticipated good news after Germany gave its citizens the green light to travel to Turkey's popular coastal provinces for the summer holidays.

Last-minute trips? Hotel guests booking only days in advance as COVID-19 pandemic continues, Hyatt CEO says

If you're looking to book a last-minute hotel stay during the COVID-19 pandemic, you're not alone. A majority of Hyatt customers have been booking stays only several days in advance.

Philadelphia hotels turn rooms into office spaces as pandemic leads to rise in working from home

Across the country, hotels are marketing their rooms as office spaces. In Philadelphia, AKA University City and AKA Rittenhouse are leading the new trend.

Travel Research Online and Travelmole form TRO Travelmole to combine markets

Tallahassee, FL - August 3, 2020 - TravelMole.com​ and Travel Research Online (TRO) are enabling advertisers to take advantage of their combined travel agent, tour operator and other travel industry audiences by forming a cross-border partnership. The partnership, TRO TravelMole, becomes largest and most dynamic independent B2B travel professional resource, education and marketing platform in North America and Europe.

Champagne is discovered

"Come quickly, I am drinking the stars!" That little pronouncement, like so many other legends surrounding the Benedictine monk Dom Pierre Pérignon, is a matter of speculation. According to tradition, on August 4, 1693 Dom Pérignon invented the beverage, or more appropriately, discovered it. However, champagne had been known in the region since the middle ages.

Airlines, unions push for billions in additional federal aid to save airline jobs as layoffs loom

Airline executives and labor unions are pushing for billions of dollars in additional federal coronavirus aid as the threat of layoffs this fall looms for employees and Congress debates a new aid package to help the country to weather the pandemic.

Airlines issue flight waivers as Tropical Storm Isaias slams the East Coast with tornadoes, heavy rain

Airlines, including United, American, Southwest, JetBlue and Delta, issued flight waivers amid Tropical Storm Isaias.

Survey: Maintaining Standards Top of Mind for Luxury Hotel Executives

ATLANTA—As luxury properties reopen, Forbes Travel Guide has surveyed the leaders of luxury hotels worldwide to see what the next chapter holds following the COVID-19 pandemic.

Hotels marketing rooms as office spaces to survive coronavirus pandemic

Several hotels throughout the country are marketing their rooms as office spaces as they attempt to find creative ways to tackle low occupancy rates amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Costa Releases Health Plan and Eyes Restart of Cruising

Costa Cruises has said it is waiting for the final sign offs from authorities to start operations with its new 'Costa Safety Protocol' system in place....

River Cruising: Black Sea to Black Forest

Carving a path through central European landscapes, the legendary Danube River flows from the Black Forest in Germany southward toward the Black Sea region. Many travelers think of this storied waterway in terms of the “Blue Danube,” a famous musical waltz composition by Johann Strauss II and Johannes Brahms.

Caribbean resort sales: Get the deals and entry requirements for Jamaica, USVI, more

Caribbean resorts are trying lure back visitors with summer and fall rates that are hundreds lower than last year. Check out the deals.

17 Best Secret Beach Towns in America

America has more than 95,000 miles of spotless shoreline, so there are plenty of waterfront spots to lay claim. If you're looking to escape your four walls and get some fresh air, consider one of the country's secret beach towns, where you can enjoy the ocean and charming main streets without crowds of people.

Editor's Letter: How the Travel Industry Can Take Action

Under One Sky is the first-ever shared initiative between Condé Nast Traveler and its sister publications in India, China, the U.K., the Middle East, and Spain. It is about connection, as travel has always been, about realizing that we must not act alone, that we are stronger together.

Passengers confined to cabins as coronavirus appears on another cruise ship

Passengers on Paul Gauguin Cruises have been confined to their cabins and are undergoing COVID-19 testing.

Nearly 13,000 US travelers denied entry into Canada during pandemic

Of the 12,997, 11,321 were U.S citizens and 1,676 were citizens of other countries arriving to Canada from the U.S. since the coronavirus pandemic.

The Travel Institute releases revised North America Destination Specialist Course

FRAMINGHAM, MA, August 3, 2020 – The Travel Institute announces its newly refreshed North America: A Destination Specialist Course is now available, featuring sales tips along with updated key attractions and activities, historic highlights, seasonal nuances and more for the 10 Canadian provinces and all 50 states for the U.S.

Universal Studios Cancels Halloween Horror Nights for 2020

Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood have made the difficult decision to not hold Halloween Horror Nights events this year. Universal Orlando Resort will be focusing exclusively on operating its theme parks for daytime guests, using the enhanced health and safety procedures already in place. Universal Studios Hollywood continues to face ongoing business restrictions and uncertainty around its opening timeframe.

Columbus Sets Sail

On this day in 1492, Christopher Columbus set sail from Palos de la Frontera, Spain with three ships: the Nina, the Pinta and the Santa Maria. His great quest for a western route to Asia from Europe had found no support from Portugal or from Italian princes. However, the queen of Spain agreed to fund his mission. He sailed first to the Canary Islands where he provisioned his ships and made repairs. He and his crew then began the five-week voyage into the unknown waters of the Atlantic. Land was first sited on October 12, 1492.

Airlines, unions pin hopes for more payroll cash on politics

With tens of thousands of airline workers facing layoffs this fall, labor groups are pushing Congress for more federal money to keep them on the payroll until next spring.

In A Twist On Loyalty Programs, Emirates Is Promising Travelers A Free Funeral If Infected With Covid

Last year, advertising spending in the insurance industry reached $7 billion. This is an incredible figure as it accounts for about 2.7% of all U.S. advertising spending, which is $240 billion. Overall, the acquisition cost is just about $20 per each person in the U.S. or about $60 for the typical insurance-purchasing single person, couple or family.

36 crew infected on Hurtigruten ship: Passengers disembarked, potentially exposing communities

Thirty-six crew members have tested positive for COVID-19 onboard Hurtigruten's MS Roald Amundsen, the first to sail internationally since the pandemic began.

Greece reopens six ports to cruise ships

Greece on Saturday reopened six of its main ports to cruise ships for the first time in the coronavirus-shortened tourism season, but no ships are expected before three weeks. In a letter to the Cruise Lines International Association and three major cruise operators early this week, Tourism Minister

Crystal Cancels Remaining 2020 Ocean Cruises

Citing the constantly changing variables related to COVID-19, coupled with differing restrictions for international travel, Crystal Cruises has cancelled all...

Only 37% of Hotels Have Brought Back Half of Their Employees

A new survey from the AHLA finds that just 37% of hotels have brought back more than half of their employees since the beginning of the pandemic.

Wyndham Hotels Will Require Masks On All Of Its Properties

Another of the largest hotel conglomerates in the country is mandating face mask use for all of its customers. Last week, Orlando-based Wyndham Hotels and Resorts announced that all visitors to its properties in the United States and Canada would be required to wear masks in public areas.

Here are the US states with travel restrictions

With the severity of the Covid-19 pandemic in near constant fluctuation, state rules and regulations are having to adapt rapidly. For those planning a family vacation or simply wishing to travel to another state, it is important to stay up-to-date on the latest statewide regulations.

Tourism Restarts: 40% of Destinations Have Now Eased Travel Restrictions

The responsible restart of tourism is underway around the world as growing numbers of destinations ease COVID-19 related travel restrictions

What Are Travel Bubbles And What They Mean For You?

Travel bubbles have become a popular way to reopen borders for and could be the way you travel next. The arrangement allows for people to travel between countries, sometimes even foregoing the mandatory quarantines. While travel bubbles do sound great in principle, they have run into roadblocks. Let’s find out more.

From travel pods to private jets, affluent travelers are eager to make vacations happen

Affluent travelers appear to be more resilient than most, making plans and holding onto reservations made pre-pandemic. Industry experts see this resilience among luxury travelers as an encouraging sign that a rebound might be just around the corner.

5 destinations from Netflix hits to inspire your future travels

Here are some ideas to inspire future travel, brought to you by some of Netflix’s stay-at-home hits this year.

Travel as we used to know it is over. We're looking for nominations for the changemakers who are shaping the futures of travel and hospitality.

The coronavirus pandemic has fundamentally altered the hospitality and travel industries — and these changemakers are innovating to keep up.

Airlines have a chance to emerge from the crisis leaner and greener

To see the damage from covid-19 to aviation, look up. Where once a criss-cross of vapour trails told of holidaymakers heading for the sun or executives keeping businesses on track, the wide yonder is now a brilliant blue. This year nearly 5bn passengers might have been expected to take to the skies, but the actual number is likely to be only half as big.

United Airlines Expects Less Than 15% Of Flights To Be 70% Full

In an attempt to boost passenger confidence and enforce social distancing onboard flights, United Airlines is restricting the number of passengers on each flight. As a result, fewer than 15% of flights are operating at anything more than 70% capacity.

This Type Of Mask Is Now Banned From Delta Flights

Delta is tightening regulations for mask-wearing on its flights and released a statement this week that masks with exhaust valves are no longer allowed on their aircrafts. “Any mask with an exhaust valve is not approved as an acceptable face mask for customers traveling on any Delta operated flight,” the Delta website now states.

These Hotels Are Transforming Rooms Into the Most Comfortable Remote Offices Ever — Here's Where to Book One

For many, hotel rooms are reserved for exotic trips, relaxing vacations, or even a good night's sleep after a long day of business meetings. But these days, time to yourself in a hotel room may be the optimal space for work productivity instead of lounging.

Hotel guests checking in for the long haul

Forget checking into a hotel for a long weekend or a week. In the wake of Covid-19, travelers around the world are booking stays that last a month or even longer.

Tui extends suspension of holidays to Spain

It has now cancelled all holidays to the Balearic Islands and Canary Islands until 10 August and all holidays to the mainland of Spain until 17 August. The move is in response to advice against non-essential travel to Spain and a 14-day quarantine period for people arriving in the UK from Spain.

Caribbean finds there's no good answer to reopening

For the tourism-dependent Caribbean, closed borders kill their economies. Reopening to travel, however, risks exposing islanders to the Covid-19 pandemic. Find out how the region is trying to cope with the dilemma.

United Launches Text Hotline for Passengers With Any COVID-19 Concerns

As rules and policies for air travel continue to evolve amid the coronavirus pandemic, United is keeping its passengers informed with the help of a new text hotline.

These Countries Have Eased Coronavirus Travel Restrictions: Restart Of Tourism Underway, U.N Reports

The responsible revival of tourism is underway around the world, according to a new report by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) that shows that 87 out of 217 tourist destinations have eased #covid-19 related restrictions for international tourism.

Big cruise lines "unlikely" - but small ships could restart our cruise season

Tourism Restart Taskforce member John Hart maintains it is “totally unlikely that big international cruise ships with thousands of passengers” will be allowed to sail in Australian waters soon.

Seatrade Cruise Talks: How Europe and the Med are Preparing for the Return of Cruise

Our third podcast, How Europe and the Med are Preparing for the Return of Cruise, highlights discussion points from two of our previous curated conversations.

Columbus sights Trinidad

According to legend, on his third voyage to the New World, Columbus vowed that the first land he saw he would name for the Holy Trinity. He considered it a miracle when the next sighting of land was three peaks rising over the horizon, supposedly Trinidad's Trinity Hills. Though this was the first European sighting of the island, archeological evidence indicates human habitation for at least 7,000 years.

Lawmakers say airline contractors laid off more than 9,000 despite $728 million in federal aid

Lawmakers are urging the Treasury Department to stop payments or demand refunds of millions in federal aid to airline contractors who laid off workers.

JetBlue Tests UV Cleaning As Airlines Look To Reassure Passengers

JetBlue Airways Wednesday became the second major airline to announce plans to try UV light to improve sanitation inside its planes, with the announcement coming as two thirds of the respondents to a new survey saying they were uncomfortable returning to the skies.

Survey: The Prospects For The Hotel Business In 2021

Prior to the Covid pandemic, hotel occupancy rates were hitting record highs and average daily rates (ADRs) were rising. Now, with the possible exception of restaurants and retail shops, there is no major type of real estate that has been squeezed harder.

Australia hotel bans rowdy emus for bad behavior

Two brazen emu siblings named Kevin and Carol have been banned from a hotel in Australia's Outback for bad behavior. Located in a small, isolated township of the same name in central western Queensland, the tiny Yaraka Hotel has just four rooms, as well as campgrounds and a pub.

Hotel industry says it’s ready for visitors to return to the islands

Hawaii’s hotel industry says it’s ready for the state to reopen to tourists. And that includes being ready if a visitor falls ill with COVID-19 after they arrive. Mufi Hannemann, who heads up the Hawaii Lodging and Tourism Association, told a Hawaii Tourism Authority marketing committee

All the Caribbean destinations that are starting to welcome US travelers again

From tropical rainforests to pink-sand beaches, the hundreds of islands across the Caribbean entice millions of tourists every year. That was all put on pause in March when countries and territories closed their borders and waved goodbye to the final tourists leaving their islands.

American Airlines extends change fee waiver to September

American Airlines is extending its offer to waive change fees for passengers booking tickets for any new travel purchased by September 8, 2020. The airline says the offer applies to tickets that meet the following criteria:

Five Things To Consider When Consolidating Your Travel Program

In the first segment of this two-part series, we covered what consolidation means in the context of managed business travel. I also outlined some key benefits of taking a consolidated approach, which is why it's widely considered a best practice for corporate travel programs.

The Best Travel Insurance Policies for 2020, According to Forbes Advisor

Forbes Advisor released a list of the best travel insurance companies for those considering a trip this in the wake of constant policy changes due to COVID-19.

More states added to New York travel quarantine list

New York added five more locations to its travel advisory requiring visitors to quarantine for 14 days upon entering the state.

Carnival Cruises will sell two more cruise ships

Carnival Corp. & plc announced on Wednesday in a Form 8-K financial filing it will get rid of two more cruise ships, in addition to the 13 ships it previously announced it would sell. The decision to sell the ships are intended to align the fleet with the expected phased restart of guest cruise operations while also generating cost savings.

Cruises Are Back Whether the World Is Ready or Not

TUI Cruises in Germany marked the return of cruise ships after COVID-19 shutdowns with its Mein Schiff 2. Now, other companies are following suit.

Cruisers have struggled with refunds amid the pandemic; federal agency report recommends changes

A Federal Maritime Commission report is recommending amended regulations related to cruise lines' refund policies.

Jimmy Hoffa disappears

Jimmy Hoffa had a lunch appointment at Machus Red Fox Restaurant in a suburb of Detroit. He was scheduled to meet two business acquaintances, Anthony "Tony Jack" Giacalone from Detroit and Anthony "Tony Pro" Provenzano from New York. That day the former head of the Teamsters Union and convicted racketeer disappeared. Speculation as to the location of his final resting place has always been of interest not only to law enforcement authorities but to the public at large.

The Marriage of Prince Charles and Lady Diana

Charles Philip Arthur George, the Prince of Wales, and Lady Diana Spencer were married on July 29, 1981. The couple's marriage at St Paul's Catheral was a departure from the usual venue of Westminster Abbey. It is estimated that, in addition to the 3,500 invited guests, more than 750 million people watched the nupital ceremony via television. Billed by the press a "fairytale" event, the royal couple's marriage was doomed to failure and ended in divorce in 1996, one year before her death in a car accident in Paris.

Fate of $32B Airline Support Bill Unclear

A majority of the U.S. House of Representatives has endorsed a provision calling for $32 billion to protect aviation workers from layoffs though next March, as airlines fight to survive a huge downturn in travel caused by the virus pandemic.

TRO Announces New Weekly Column by Industry Journalist David Cogswell

Florida / July 29 - Travel Research Online is pleased to announce that David Cogswell will begin a weekly column for TRO titled The Incessant Traveler. David is a freelance writer reporting remotely. Born at the dead center of the United States during the last century he has been incessantly moving and exploring for decades.

Spirit Airlines says June rebound was an 'outlier,' warns of furloughs

Discount carrier Spirit Airlines seemed immune from the worst ravages of the coronavirus pandemic: the holiday flyers that make up the bulk of its flyers were returning to skies at a steady clip and it was on track to resume most of its flights by year end.

Enforcement Of Hotel Industry’s New Face Mask Rule Is ‘On A Case By Case Basis’

During an 1,800-mile road trip last month from Colorado to New York, Kelly Arthur and her daughter deliberately chose brand-name hotels that touted their COVID-19 safety protocols, from ramped-up cleanliness standards to policies on face masks and social distancing.

Best hotels in the U.S., according to Tripadvisor

Tripadvisor's annual Travelers' Choice Awards recognized the best hotels in the United States based on 2019 reviews, ratings and opinions.

Welcome to the World's First "Hydrogen Hotel": Energy from Waste Plastics Recycling

As marine pollution becomes a global issue, the public and private sectors are making progress to combat this problem. In Japan, Toshiba is using its advancements in hydrogen energy in an innovative 'Hydrogen Hotel' project, to help Kawasaki City overcome the city's pollution problem.

Spain reassures tourists that it's a safe travel destination

Spain is safe for tourists to travel to, the Spanish government says on Tuesday, despite the recent rebound in the pandemic. Because of this rebound, France on

What to consider if you decide to travel during the pandemic

If you love experiencing new places, the past several months have been hard. Most of us canceled our spring break plans and plenty of trips scheduled for the summer. It’s hard to know from day to day what each destination’s regulations are as they try to keep COVID-19 under control.

Four Ways Travel Habits Can Help Organize Your Home Life

Due to the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic or subsequent free fall of the transportation, hospitality and tourism industries, it may be some time before many people feel comfortable resuming their travel habits from previous years. Those who travel regularly for work or leisure, however, may have built up behaviors and best practices to make life on the road a little more tolerable

Summer Is Already Over

We’re not going on a summer holiday. That’s the unfortunate consequence of the U.K.’s latest travel restrictions. Just as confidence was returning in the overseas vacation market, Britain advised against all but essential travel to Spain, and then late Monday added its Balearic and Canary Islands.

Carnival, Royal Caribbean, and Norwegian Cruise Line have 1 big potential blockade

Cruise lines have several obstacles ahead of them before they can restart operations, including getting their crew members onboard, The Motley Fool says.

Victory Cruise Lines Announces Health Protocols Ahead of 2021 Season

Victory Cruise Lines, operated by American Queen Steamboat Company (AQSC), has created health and safety protocols to keep guests, crew and the communities the vessels visit safe ahead of the 2021 cruise season, according to a press release.

Shores Global introduces soft goods pathogen blocker

Miami-based Shores Global has introduced Spry Therapeutics Pneumapure filter into its cruise furniture and fabrics portfolio, to stop the spread of bacteria and viruses. The clinically proven technology – created by Spry Therapeutics, headquartered in New York – has hermetically sealed seams that wrap around soft goods to prevent superbugs and pathogens as small as .02 microns from entering or exiting.

COVID Report: The Best And Worst Airlines During Coronavirus

It’s no secret that coronavirus has thrown the airline industry into a tailspin with record losses and bankruptcies at an all-time high. Some airlines have chosen to put passenger health and safety at the forefront, while others have prioritized their own survival and carried on with a business-as-usual approach.

China Airlines looks to change name to distance itself from China

China Airlines looks set to be rebranded in an effort to distance itself from China - a move that could be highly controversial for the Taiwan-based airline.

Japan Includes Hawai‘i on List of 12 Approved Safe Travel Destinations

Japan included Hawai‘i on its list of 12 global destinations to resume safe international travel amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

10 Travelers on What It Really Means to Be a Traveler of Color

Ten travelers from various backgrounds share their stories on what it means to be a traveler of color.

Explore the magical island of Sicily on this virtual tour

I'm often asked what my favorite travel destination is, and that is certainly a hard question to answer. The Italian island of Sicily is always at the top of my response, and more times than not, I always get a blank stare, especially from those who have watched too many "Godfather" movies over the years.

Cruise lines update ship ventilation systems as part of COVID-19 strategies

Some cruise lines have committed to having a 100% fresh air mix aboard their vessels, but many are still finalizing COVID-19 health protocols.

Want to Cruise Again? CDC Requests Public Input

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) may have extended its no sail order through the end of September, but now appears to be preparing for a future of cruising as it has asked for public input on new protocols.

New luxury cruises are scheduled to sail to Antarctica this year

While large cruise ships have mostly stopped sailing due to the pandemic, several smaller cruise ships are planning to sail to Antarctica this winter.

Disney World delays some resort hotel reopenings as Florida COVID-19 cases spike

Disney World has delayed the reopening of some of its resort hotels and is keeping others closed that were scheduled to reopen.

Which Hotels Have Handled COVID-19 the Best?

The COVID-19 pandemic has turned travel upside down, and the hotel industry has been forced to cope with a constantly changing landscape of traveler

A State-By-State Guide to Traveling Within the U.S.

From Alaska and Hawaii, to Florida and Maine, these are the COVID state travel restrictions currently in place.

Travelers react to UK restriction on travel from Spain

Some travelers are expressing anger after the UK ordered a 14-day quarantine to people coming from Spain, where there is a recent rise in Covid-19 cases. CNN's Atika Shubert reports.

Vietnam Starts Massive Evacuation of Local Tourists Following COVID-19 Outbreak

Vietnam will evacuate more than 80,000 people from the central tourist region of Da Nang on Monday after three local residents tested positive for COVID-19.

Miami Incorporated

The City of Miami was incorporated on July 28, 1896. Julia Tuttle, a wealthy widow from Ohio, moved to the southern tip of Florida in 1891 and purchased 640 acres on which to farm. She befriended railroad builder Henry Flagler and convinced him to extend his railroad to Miami. Soon a resort hotel was built and, with Flagler's assistance, plans were laid out for the town. The city now ranks as the third wealthiest city in the United States.

Southwest CEO says airline is 'in intensive care' but isn't planning to lay off or furlough workers for now

Southwest Airlines CEO Gary Kelly told employees in a letter Sunday that the company would not lay off or furlough employees in October as competing airlines have announced, CNN first reported.

​Airlines ‘disappointed’ after UK reintroduces Spain restrictions

Airlines have expressed disappointment in the UK government’s sudden decision to remove Spain from its travel corridor list less than three weeks after lifting quarantine restrictions on arrivals from the country.Airlines have expressed disappointment in the UK government’s sudden decision to remove Spain from its travel corridor list less than three weeks after lifting quarantine restrictions on arrivals from the country.

Southwest Airlines Will Block Middle Seats Through October

The practice of blocking middle seats on commercial flights is being extended into October — for some air carriers at least. Last week, Southwest Airlines updated its cleanliness standards (branded as the Southwest Promise) to extend the practice of not filling middle seats on all of its flights through at least October of 2020.

If you stay at a hotel during the pandemic, a robot may deliver wine to your door or clean your room

Picture this: You use your hotel's app on your phone to ask for extra towels. Your phone rings and you hear that your delivery is ready. Open the door and you find a 3-foot-tall bellhop has arrived with your linens.

Here Are The New Rules For Hotel And Vacation Rental Stays After The Pandemic

Hotels and vacation rentals may seem the same since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. They aren't. New cleaning procedures and guest restrictions are in effect. But what are the new rules for hotels and vacation rental stays after the pandemic?

German cruise ship sets sail, hopes short trip thwarts virus

A German cruise ship has set sail for the first time since the industry was shut down due to the coronavirus pandemic, with strict precautions to keep passengers and crew as safe as possible

Cruising is Back in Asia as Explorer Dream Sailings First Voyage from Taiwan

Dream Cruises has celebrated the restart of its cruise service and return to Taiwan during a special inaugural ceremony to commemorate Explorer Dream’s new “Island Hopping” itineraries created specially for the Taiwan market.

Thailand's beach resorts have reopened to domestic tourists. Here's what guests can expect

For travelers around the world, visiting a tropical beach resort in Thailand feels like a far-off dream right now due to Covid-19 travel restrictions. The country's borders remain closed to international tourists and plans for an aviation "bubble" with other nations continue to sputter. Thailand's tourism sector, which contributes close to 15% of its GDP

Could carbon-removal tech make travel more sustainable?

A new wave of carbon-offsetting platforms invites consumers to remove emissions instantly and permanently. Could travellers be the key to their success?

Spain tourist destinations face new lockdown restrictions after coronavirus spikes

Nightclubs, bars and beaches — some of Spain’s most beloved summer venues — are facing new lockdown restrictions after turning into coronavirus hot spots, and some European nations are warning citizens not to visit the country.

Delta issues travel waiver as Hurricane Douglas bears down on Hawaii

Delta Air Lines has issued a Hurricane Douglas travel waiver for flights going to and leaving from Hawaii until Monday, according to its weather alert update.

Coronavirus: UK travel restrictions list to be reviewed weekly

The UK government has said it will review travel advice weekly, as it assesses guidelines for holidays on a rolling basis due to the coronavirus. Previously, this was reviewed every three weeks. Currently, Portugal is off the “air bridge” list and is one of the countries not exempted from quarantine rules.

The de Havilland Comet

July 27, 1949 saw the inaugural flight of the de Havilland Comet, the world's first commercial jet airliner. Manufactured by British company de Havilland, the craft was a high point in early aeronautical design and was powered by four jet engines. Unfortunately, early models suffered from catastrophic metal fatigue, and a series of well-publicized accidents ensued, costing the design public and commercial confidence. The company withdrew the plane from production and it underwent a series of re-designs. In all, 114 were built and put into production.

THE BOURNE STUNTACULAR IS NOW OPEN AT UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT

ORLANDO, Fla. (June 30, 2020) – The Bourne Stuntacular, the most technologically-advanced stunt show yet, is now open at Universal Studios Florida. Through the use of live performers, ground-breaking technology, extreme stunts and captivating practical effects, your clients can now feel fully immersed in the world of Jason Bourne – blurring the lines between stage and cinema in a hybrid form of entertainment that has never been seen before.

Machu Picchu Discovered

On July 24, 1911, American explorer Hiram Bingham discovered the remains of the Incan city Machu Picchu. Located high in the mountains, the city remained intact after the Incans abandoned it in the 17th Century due to lack of awareness of its existence. Besides the locals, no one knew of Machu Picchu's existence until 1911. In 1983 Machu Picchu was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and it is consistently considered one of the Wonders of the World.

Airlines were finally starting to see passengers return. Then coronavirus cases spiked

Airlines started July with a bang as holiday travelers hit the skies in relatively strong numbers, but the outlook for the rest of the summer and fall has since fizzled and talk has turned from adding flights to cutting them once again.

Airlines have been waiving change and cancel fees during the pandemic. How long will that last?

As travel started to shut down in March, most major airlines were generous in waiving change and cancellation fees—even if the actual process of getting a credit or refund was arduous for many fliers. Don’t expect that practice to last forever.

5 Ways Hotels Can Prepare for Reopening Their Properties

It’s been hard for hoteliers to see empty properties and wait for the first signs of recovery. Ever since hotels had to close their doors or experience reduced capacity due to the COVID-19 pandemic, they have been anxiously looking forward to the days when travelers return. This new normal has left them with unheard of situations in which they have had to rethink and possibly reshape their business model

Hotel GMs Share What They Are Doing to Welcome Guests Back Safely and Comfortably

As the hospitality industry realigns to new guest requirements it begins the process of reopening hotels across the U.S. While each of their situations are unique, hoteliers are navigating similar economic and environmental challenges.

Germany considers Croatia safe destination for travel

The German Foreign Ministry on Thursday published a report in which it described Croatia as a safe destination, the Croatian Tourism Association (HUT) stated on Friday. Germans are the most numerous foreign tourists visiting Croatia.

Emirates airline will pay medical expenses if passengers catch COVID-19 while travelling

Emirates will cover its passengers' medical expenses and quarantine costs if they catch COVID-19 while travelling with them.

This 136-day Cruise Will Take You to 56 Ports and 27 Countries for $50,000

Viking’s famous world cruise is back on the agenda for 2021. The cruise line’s 136-day itinerary is one of the longest in the world and visits a diverse range of coasts. The 2021-22 itinerary of the Viking World Cruise will visit 56 ports in 27 different countries on six different continents and include overnight visits in 11 cities around the world.

5 tips for safe post-pandemic travelling

Whether you want to explore Canada or visit a new country abroad, here are 5 tips to help you travel safely after the pandemic.

Is it safe to travel to Spain?

Just two weeks after the UK government gave the all-clear for travellers to visit Spain without the need to quarantine for two weeks upon their return to England, Northern Ireland and Wales, the popular holiday destination is struggling with a wave of new outbreaks of coronavirus.

The future of affordable travel

The spike in demand for private, luxury vacations owing to the pandemic leaves mainstream, would-be leisure travelers wondering whether safe and affordable travel options will return.

Can You Go There Now? Bookmark These Resources To Track Travel Restrictions

As the spread of the virus ebbs and wanes from place to place, it’s tough to stay on top of changing travel restrictions. The patchwork of varied rules and requirements—which may even vary from region to region—tends to be fluid, fluctuating with changing circumstances as well as political whim.

Ulysses S. Grant Dies

Ulysses S. Grant, American Civil War general and the eighteenth President of the United States, died on this date in 1885. Grant was by almost any estimation a brilliant military strategist and his battlefield tactics are studied even today. His record as a president, however, is mixed. He held office during some of the most difficult years of Reconstruction, and used the army to re-establish federal sovereignty over the Southern states. His administration and tenure in office, unfortunately, were tinged with scandal and corruption. By the end of his administration he had alienated most of the Congress and the American public. In his later years, he was an unsuccessful business person and died nearly destitute.

Southwest Airlines to block middle seats through at least October amid coronavirus pandemic

Southwest Airlines plans to continue its equivalent of blocking middle seats through at least October. The airline, the only major carrier that does not assign seats, said it will limit the number of seats for sale on each flight in the name of social distancing. It had previously said it planned to block seats through Sept. 30.

United CEO: We won't be 'anywhere close to normal' until there's vaccine

United Airlines lost $1.6 billion last quarter — a three-month outcome that was slightly better than analysts' dire expectations. Still, the company's revenue was down nearly 90% compared with what it was bringing in a year ago. It's just the latest evidence that the air travel industry is facing a devastating financial outlook

Princess Cruises cancels cruises through Dec. 15, months beyond CDC's 'no-sail order'

Princess Cruises has canceled sailings across the globe through Dec. 15 – with one exception. "All cruises in and out of Australia will be paused until Oct. 31 and then all other sailings across all other countries are paused through Dec. 15,” Negin Kamali, spokesperson for Princess Cruises, told USA TODAY.

AmaWaterways Returns To River Cruising With European Charter Passengers

AmaWaterways has returned to river cruising in Europe, with a series of charter sailings aimed at German and Dutch nationalities. Although it's not carrying American passengers, AmaWaterways is the first well-known U.S. river cruise line to return to service.

Cleanliness and Communication Continue to Drive Hotel Guest Satisfaction, J.D. Power Finds

A year ago, hotel summer marketing and advertising efforts were in full swing with images of epic pools, zen-like spas and cozy bed linens. Today, hotel ads are filled with images of electrostatic sprayers, updates on new cleaning protocols and offers for free last-minute cancellations.

Hotel owners asking for stimulus money

With more than 450 hotels in the Orlando area, many owners are struggling to stay in business and desperately need help.

Americans Reluctant To Travel

As the coronavirus pandemic ravages the country, most Americans are not ready to travel, and a substantial number of others say they will travel but are hesitant to do so, a recent study reveals.

CEOs of United, American, Lufthansa, More Propose Joint Testing Program to Restore Air Travel Between U.S., Europe

Airline executives on Tuesday called on the U.S. and European Union to once again allow air travel between the two regions by implementing a COVID-19 testing program.

House votes to repeal Trump administration's controversial travel ban

House Democrats voted on Wednesday to approve a measure that would repeal the Trump administration's controversial travel ban, a signature policy of the President the administration defends as necessary for national security, but Democrats argue discriminates on the basis of religion.

U.S. Travel Destinations That Look Like International Hot Spots

So, it looks like COVID-19 has officially put the kibosh on your international travel plans this summer. Don’t worry, you’re not alone. As you probably know by now, the European Union currently has mandated a ban on all U.S. travelers (with no expiration date on the radar).

Here's Where and How the LGBTQI+ Community Will Travel Again, According to Survey

MisterBnB, a booking site dedicated to advice and safety for LGBTQI+ travelers, asked the LGBTQI+ community when they plan to travel again in 2020. While the pandemic is still ongoing, many travelers have expressed a desire to hopefully travel this summer — but with personal health and safety in mind.

Hotel Industry Releases Their Top 5 Requirements To Avoid Coronavirus

Eager to travel, but worried about staying at hotels? The industry is aware, and trying to ease your mind as well as increase your safety. The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) released the “Safe Stay Guest Checklist” for guests on how to travel safely while also creating a standardized safety experience nationwide.

Sick of working from home? Work at a hotel instead

Hotels are finding a new way to generate revenue as the pandemic rages on, by offering day guests an alternative, private, quiet place to work while the office is off limits.

The First Solo Flight Around The World

With a co-pilot, Wiley Post had already flown around the world, setting a record in eight days, 15 hours, and 51 minutes. Now, he wanted to accomplish the same feat solo. Using a newly developed autopilot and one of the first radio compasses, Wiley took off on July 15th and returned 7 days, 19 hours later on July 22nd to a hero's welcome. He continued to press the edge of aircraft use and development. Unfortunately, in 1935 he and humorist Will Rogers died during takeoff on a publicity tour in Alaska.

Now you have to wear a mask before you board the plane

United Airlines is expanding its mask policy for passengers, requiring that fliers wear a face covering in all 360 airports United serves -- at every step from check-in to baggage claim. Since May, the airline had only been requiring that passengers wear a mask on board a flight.

Congress should consider extending loans to airlines

As Congress ramps up negotiations on a new virus relief package, negotiators should consider extending aid to airlines once again.

United is going to be a smaller airline

Large employers are required to send "WARN" notices to employees and state authorities when mass layoffs loom. United's July 8 letter to California authorities stated that it anticipates reducing its workforce at San Francisco International by 6,573 employees-- that's half of its pre-pandemic payroll of 13,000. At Los Angeles International it will cut 1,634 employees, along with smaller numbers at airports in Orange County and San Diego.

Carnival CEO: 'We are doing what we need to do' to start cruising

Yahoo Finance talks about the road to recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic for cruise giant Carnival Corp. with CEO Arnold Donald.

First U.S. Based Cruise Line Resumes River Cruises in Europe

AmaWaterways resumed operations in Europe with a series of charter sailings on AmaKristina. The cruise line warmly welcomed guests while implementing the newly enhanced health and safety protocols on board its award-winning ships.

Introducing the Cruise Industry News Quarterly Magazine Summer 2020 Issue

The Cruise Industry News Quarterly Magazine Summer 2020&nbsp;issue has been released. The 128-page magazine focuses on European cruise brands and their...

How to Start Traveling Again, According to an Expert

Even if you were always a thoughtful and neighborly traveler, there’s a longer list of considerations in this coronavirus era of travel. We’re not trying to discourage anyone from traveling, but we are absolutely encouraging everyone to think before doing so—with a deeper level of consideration than what you may typically put into trip planning.

'It's like bombs loading on': Venice restricts numbers allowed on gondolas, complaining that tourists have gotten fatter

The coronavirus pandemic has placed a heavy burden on Venice's vast tourism industry. But as it emerges from lockdown, the city is attempting to ease another load from the shoulders of its gondoliers.

15 Black Travel Writers To Read Now

In today’s (horrifying) reality, travel has never felt more terrifying and, simultaneously, more appealing. With cases of Covid-19 spiking in the US, not only is travel an uncertain proposition but also—increasingly—an unlikely one, given the restrictions for American citizens abroad. That being said, the allure of travel remains

Vote for the best adventure tours and travel companies

Help us name North America's best adventure tours and adventure travel companies by voting for your favorites daily. Voting ends on Monday, August 17 at noon ET, and you can vote once per day, per category.

With tourists gone, Bali workers return to farms and fishing

On Bali, which depends heavily on tourism, thousands of workers have been forced by the coronavirus pandemic to return to their villages and traditional ways of making a living.

Moldova—a wine paradise you have not heard of

Situated between Romania and Ukraine, Moldova is a charming little place that is often overlooked by travellers. But now the world is waking up to its spectacular wineries that present a romantic opportunity for travel.

American Airlines Revamps Check-in, Baggage Drop-off As Contactless Experience

American Airlines debuted new contactless technology to help passengers check in and drop off their luggage hands-free while traveling in the wake of coronavirus. 

United Airlines turns up air flow during boarding and deplaning

In a further attempt to reassure passengers of the safety of air travel, United Airlines is planning to increase the air flow during boarding and deplaning. On aircraft which have the system, the HEPA filtration system recycles air every two to three minutes and removes 99.97 per cent of particles. The airline says that this makes an aircraft “a cleaner environment than restaurants, grocery stores, schools or some hospitals.”

Pressure mounts for airline aid

Congress returns this week, and top of mind for transportation-minded lawmakers will be the plight of the aviation industry. With nearly every major airline warning of the possibility of tens of thousands of furloughs in the fall, labor unions have sprung into action to press Congress for help saving their jobs.

PERILLO TOURS INTRODUCES A NEW SOUTH & SICILY TOUR FOR 2021

WOODCLIFF LAKE, NJ (July 20, 2020) – Perillo Tours, a leader in escorted travel to Italy for 75 years, debuts its 2021 Italy portfolio with a new tour program that explores southern Italy. Perillo Tours is extending a full refund policy for any cancellations made 90 days prior to departure on all 2021 Italy itineraries.

First Battle of Bull Run

On July 21, 1861, near Manassas, Virginia, Union and Confederate forces met in the Battle of Bull Run, the first major land battle of the American Civil War. The soldiers on both sides were inexperienced, from the rank and file to the commanding officers. However, reinforcements from the Confederate side under General Stonewall Jackson soon gave the weight of the battle to the Southern forces, compelling a full retreat by the Union. The nearly 5,000 casualties included more than 800 killed on both sides. The carnage and ferocity of the battle were harbingers of the devastation the War Between the States would bring to the nation.

Major hotels to require guests wear masks nationwide

The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), which represents the hotel industry, says several major chains nationwide will require face masks for guests in all public spaces.

Hotel restaurants turn to grab and go for service during coronavirus

Restaurants in hotels were not immune to coronavirus closures that flattened the foodservice industry this year, so when shutdowns started in March, several hoteliers emphasized, and in some cases, improvised their grab-and-go capabilities to make up for lost business.

Bahamas bans tourists from US, cites coronavirus concerns

Bahamas Prime Minister Hubert Minnis announced over the weekend that the country will block American tourists from entry as U.S. coronavirus numbers continue to surge.

Nearly 200 people arrested in Hawaii for violating travel quarantine

HONOLULU, Hawaii (KITV) — Though Hawaii still has its 14-day quarantine mandate in effect for all out-of-state travelers, thousands continue to travel to the Aloha State. However, the Hawaii COVID-19 Joint Information Center says not all travelers have followed the rules.

Travel Industry Submits Relief Requests as Closures Spike

WASHINGTON—Amid a new round of coronavirus-related economic closures and fresh data that Americans are wary of traveling, the U.S. travel industry submitted to Congress and the administration its policy requests for the next coronavirus relief package.

These Croatian Destinations Have Most Tourists, Here's Why

Across Croatia, one million overnight stays were realised in the first half of July, and the Croatian destinations with the highest number of overnight stays were Rovinj, Medulin, Vir, Mali Losinj and Porec.

Travel the world from your armchair: Virtual vacations become the new normal in pandemic era

The COVID-19 pandemic forced a new normal as people, particularly in urban India, went about their jobs and academics from the confines of their homes. Now, as one month slips into another and the infection shows little sign of abating, the young, the not-so-young and the restless are touring the world - from their armchairs, their living room couch or maybe their beds.

Coronavirus delays debut of world's largest cruise ship, Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas

Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas was supposed to make its debut next year as the world's largest cruise ship. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, though, the ship's arrival is on hold indefinitely.

Cruise Ship Will Perform COVID-19 Outbreak Simulation Drill

One of the world’s first global cruise lines is about to resume cruises and one of their cruise ships will participate in a COVID-19 outbreak simulation drill. Genting Cruise Lines will be the first international cruise company to restart operations with the deployment of Dream Cruises’ Explorer Dream to Taiwan, where she will begin “Taiwan Island-Hopping” itineraries on 26 July 2020.

Devastated U.S. Travel Industry Asks White House For Massive New Bailout

As coronavirus cases explode across the U.S. and states impose new health requirements, the U.S. Travel Association is calling for a new bailout package to save an industry on pace to shrink by $1.2 trillion this year.

Where to travel to post Covid-19? Try these 10 Indian destinations made famous by Bollywood

It never hurts to dream a little. Therefore, we thought of compiling 10 scenic Indian destinations that were made famous by Bollywood. So, when this pandemic is over, you can finally pack your bags, pick a place and just travel.

The airline industry will be ravaged for years to come and the effects will be felt across the entire economy, a new Moody's report says

The commercial aviation industry will continue to be devastated by the coronavirus pandemic for years to come, according to a new report from Moody's. The ripple effects will likely be felt across the entire global economy.

United reaches deal with pilots, Delta asks pilots to take year-long 15% pay cut

Delta Air Lines is asking pilots to take a 15% cut in minimum guaranteed pay for one year, saying that could help the airline avoid layoffs when federal payroll aid runs out in October.

Hotels reimagine room service amid coronavirus pandemic with knock-and-drop delivery, in-room cocktails

Many hotels are still offering room service, but guests can expect to find a few changes to the traditional dine-in amenities.

The post-pandemic hotel looks a lot like a cruise ship

If you’ve ever sailed aboard a Royal Caribbean cruise, a song lurks deep within your subconscious: a kiddie-style earworm about washing your hands that loops endlessly in the buffet entrance

When Is Each Carnival Cruise Ship is Scheduled to Restart Cruises?

Carnival Cruise Line has currently canceled just about all cruises through the beginning of October. When Carnival does resume cruises, not all of their cruise ships will start back up during that first week. The cruise line is planning a staggered restart as they ease back into cruises. Here is a rundown of when each Carnival cruise ship is currently scheduled to resume sailing cruise vacations.

Cruise chef reveals how clean the onboard kitchens really are

CRUISE holidays have been on hold for some time, but in preparation for their relaunch, operators are instilling new cleaning measures. Ahead of this, a cruise ship chef has shared insight into how clean the kitchen truly is.

Hurtigruten Returns 14 Ships to Operation

After a successful return to sailing last month, Hurtigruten has released its plans to further ramp-up operations with the return of 14 of 16 ships in August and September. In addition, Hurtigruten launches a series of new itineraries in the British Isles over the upcoming months and a a first-ever, all-inclusive Norway expedition package.

Scottish island asks visitors to stay away 'for now'

The Scottish island of Eigg has closed all self-catering, hostel and guest house accommodation until August 31 to discourage visitors. A majority of locals were in favour of not opening up the island when Scottish tourism resumed on July 15, a vote revealed.

US Travel: Trump Lifts Ban On European, UK Students–(Only) You Are Welcome

Foreign students coming from Europe, the UK and Ireland are now exempt from President Trump’s travel ban to the United States. The ban no longer applies to students from these places who already have study visas, the U.S. State Department told Congress late last week.

Thinking of traveling in the U.S.? These states have travel restrictions

Americans are planning millions of trips this summer within the United States, according to a forecast released by the AAA last month. But packing a face mask and hand sanitizer

One Small Step

On this day in 1969, Neil Armstrong became the first human to walk on the surface of the moon. With him was fellow astronaut Buzz Aldrin. Team member Michael Collins orbited the moon above, awaiting their safe return. The Apollo 11 mission landing was the culmination of President John F. Kennedy's challenge in 1961 of landing a man on the moon by the end of the decade. After the Apollo 11 landing, man would visit the moon five times, the last in 1972.

5 vacation destinations opening their borders to Americans this summer

COVID-19 has made travel insanely complicated this year, mostly due to various travel bans, quarantine requirements and added safety precautions like temperature checks and mask mandates. Some experts even say that travel is not safe this year, and that most people would be better off staying home until a vaccine is on the market and caseloads start to trend downward.

The 10 best US vacation destinations for remote work this summer, ranked

Rent Cafe found the top cities to work remotely from, taking into consideration COVID-19 infection rates as well as internet speed.

Disneyland Park Opens

On July 17, 1955 Disneyland opened as America's premiere theme park in Anaheim, California. The Walt Disney Parks and Resorts division of The Walt Disney Company held ceremonies led by company president Walt Disney. Mr. Disney had personally supervised every aspect of the park's design and opening ceremonies. However, a few factors were out of his control. Numerous problems occurred on Day 1 such as a gas leak, newly poured concrete that had not hardened and temperatures over 100 degrees. The event went so poorly, in fact, that Disney officials for years after referred to the event as "Black Sunday."

Cruises will not sail in US waters until October after CDC extends its 'no-sail' order

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have announced an additional extension to their "no-sail order" which is now set to expire on Sept. 30. The order will remain in effect until the end of September unless the CDC director rescinds or modifies the order or the secretary of Health and Human Services

Cruise Executives Apologize For Delayed Refunds

Carnival Corporation’s top executives admit that the company has been overwhelmed with refund requests, and promise that they’re working to turn the situation around.

Not all airlines are shrinking during the pandemic: Alaska adds 10 nonstop routes from West Coast

The airline is adding flights to vacation spots like Florida and Hawaii from Southern California, Seattle and Portland as leisure travel rebounds.

United Airlines, pilots union reach creative deal to limit furloughs

United Airlines and its pilots' union said on Thursday they had reached an agreement on two different packages aimed at reducing involuntary furloughs in the fall and keeping pilots at the ready once coronavirus-hit demand starts to pick up.

Hotel Trade Group Calls for Mask Mandate on Guests — Finally

The American Hotel & Lodging Association Thursday pushed for vital travel safety practices at hotels amid rising coronavirus case counts in Sun Belt states that initially led the U.S. hotel industry’s recovery.

How Employee Safety Devices and Contactless Technologies Help Las Vegas Hotels and Resorts Ensure Worker Safety |

Imagine being able to ride a bike down the middle of Las Vegas Boulevard without fear of oncoming traffic. That was the scene mid June … before visitors from nearby states began driving to the entertainment capital of the world in search of a respite from COVID-19. Las Vegas is open, but it is far from business as usual

Democratic officials tell members of Congress not to travel to national convention

The Democratic National Convention Committee said Thursday that members of Congress should not plan to travel to this summer's party convention, following its previous guidance that all members of state delegations should plan to participate this year remotely.

India to resume international flights, confirms air corridors with US, France, Germany

For the first time since March, India is allowing scheduled international flights into the country. During a press conference on Thursday, Minister of Civil Aviation Hardeep Singh Puri confirmed the establishment of "air bubbles" between India and the US, France and Germany.

It’s True—Americans Can Travel to This Beautiful European Country Right Now

Croatian officials have confirmed that with a negative coronavirus test result or quarantine, leisure travelers from anywhere in the world—including from the United States—are allowed to visit Croatia.

What to Know If You’re Traveling to Puerto Rico During COVID-19

Puerto Rico has implemented new testing protocols for those looking to visit. All travelers flying to Puerto Rico must now arrive solely through San Juan’s Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport, with documentation of a negative COVID-19 test taken within 72 hours prior to arrival.

The Trinity Test

On July 16, 1945, at 5:30 a.m. southeast of Socorro, New Mexico, the United States conducted the world's first test of an atomic bomb. The resulting explosion was the equivalent to 20 thousand tons of TNT. The shock wave was felt as much as 100 miles away. A few weeks later, a similar bomb was dropped on Nagasaki, Japan, and another on Hiroshima, Japan, effectively ending World War II. "I have become as death, the destoyer of worlds." - Robert Oppenheimer, the leader of the team that developed the first atomic bomb, quoting the Hindu Bhagavad Gita.

American, JetBlue pairing up to woo more travelers, battle rivals in New York, Boston

Under the new alliance, the airlines will feed each other passengers on flights to and from New York and Boston.

Airlines causing ‘financial and emotional distress’ over refund delays

Travellers are suffering an emotional and financial ordeal chasing refunds from airlines, the consumer group Which? has said. Under European air passengers’s rights rules, carriers that cancel flights are required to return the fare within a week of the cancellation.

Holland America will sell 4 cruise ships

Holland America announced on Wednesday that it will remove four ships from its fleet, sold to new owners. The four ships that were sold are Amsterdam, Maasdam, Rotterdam and Veendam. The Maasdam, Veendam and Rotterdam are over 20 years old, and were built in the 1990s and carry 1,258 to 1,404 passengers.

Can cruise companies really convince passengers that they're safe again?

When will it really be safe to cruise again? Until cruise operators can give a more definitive answer to their eager but vulnerable customers, they might as well be rearranging deck chairs on another famously-doomed ocean liner.

Coming Soon: Antiviral Hotel Beds To Block The Spread Of COVID-19

Among the concerns travelers have now when they check into hotels amid the COVID-19 pandemic is whether the surfaces and touchpoints have been cleaned and disinfected.

The Maldives reopened to tourists — and its hotels have some ideas to lure you back

Travelers itching for a change of scenery amid months of lockdowns and stay-at-home orders brought on by the coronavirus pandemic now have a new option. The Maldives reopened to international visitors this week, after being closed to visitors since March 27.

From free flights to Covid-19 payouts: Can travel incentives lure visitors back?

Ever since the world went into lockdown back in March, many of us have been furiously making a mental list of all the places we'll go once we're finally able to travel again.

Three tales of what it’s like to travel internationally right now

Airline volume is up from the worst days of the pandemic, though it has certainly not returned to pre-pandemic levels. On a single day in June, the United States Transportation Security Administration (TSA) screened 502,000 people, down from a typical day of 2.5 million a year prior, according to New York Magazine.

How to Safely Pack Your Jewelry for Travel

I used to throw all my jewelry into a pouch and shove it in my suitcase, but that—no surprise—turned out to be the worst way to store my necklaces and bracelets. I’d show up at my destination with a tangled knot and not enough patience or time to spend untangling them.

Here Is The Latest News On Domestic Travel Restrictions For July 2020

We are starting to see a surge of new coronavirus cases across most U.S. states. More states are rolling back to early-stage reopening phases.

Countries Without Covid That Have Reopened For Tourism

Travel has started to resume worldwide despite the virus. However, many travelers are not only looking at just locations that have reopened for tourism, but also where they can safely travel without worry.

Which Cruise Ships are Being Scrapped or Sold Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic?

We list which cruise ships are being scrapped or sold directly due to the suspension of cruise operations and the COVID-19 pandemic hitting the cruise industry.

Cruise line plans river return in August

Fewer passengers will be allowed on American Cruise Lines boats when they resume upper Mississippi River service on Aug. 20. On Tuesday, company officials said guest capacity has been reduced to 75% on all of its cruises through 2021. Additionally, medical professionals will be onboard each vessel in partnership

Short Cruises Unacceptable, Ventilation Changes Needed

Air and ventilation changes, as well as routine COVID-19 testing, regular temperature checks and embarkation procedures that deny boarding to those who have flu-like symptoms are the changes that Cruise Critic readers would most like the cruise lines to implement.

Ban Airlines From Booking Middle Seats

The federal government could make companies protect the public during the pandemic. It doesn’t want to.

How Top Aviation Leaders See The Future Of The Airline Industry

At the end of April a virtual event by the name of FlightPlan was held, in which the future of aviation was discussed by 50+ contributors including aerospace and airline executives from around the world.

Bali hotel rated best in the world

New York magazine Travel & Leisure conducted a survey earlier this year, which concluded just before worldwide lockdown measures came into place to fight the COVID-19 pandemic.

A Doctor Explains How To Stay Safe In A Hotel During The Coronavirus Pandemic

If you've made travel plans, here's how you can protect yourself from COVID-19 when you stay in a hotel room.

The handful of countries still welcoming US tourists

Most of the world has been shut off to American tourists as US coronavirus cases continue to spike. These are the destinations where a US passport still opens doors, albeit usually with some Covid-19 testing requirements.

I Visited Cancun Amid the Coronavirus Pandemic — Here's What It Was Really Like

As destinations around the world slowly wake from their quarantine hibernations and begin to promote tourism once again, Americans may find themselves asking, “Where can I travel?”

This New Cycling Route Takes You Through Some of America's Most Beautiful National Parks

The Parks, Peaks, and Prairies route from the Adventure Cycling Association is a new 1,287-mile bike route that connects Montana to Minnesota. It takes riders from Yellowstone National Park to Minneapolis, cutting through Black Hills National Park and Badlands National Park.

These couples are stuck thousands of miles apart because of travel bans

Couples who have been separated for months by COVID-19 pandemic-related travel restrictions are hoping to reunite.

Mexico embassy: U.S. likely to extend COVID-19 travel restrictions at the border

Amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, Mexico "proposes" U.S. extend border travel restrictions for another 30 days

The Rosetta Stone

In the summer of 1799, soldiers in Napoleon Bonaparte's army in the Nile Delta were demolishing a wall to increase the area of an existing fort. Clearing away debris and overgrowth, one of the soldiers spotted an unusual stone used in the wall's construction. On the slab was an inscription. As a team of scientists and historians examined the inscription, part of it was recognizable as Greek and part as Egyptian hieroglyphics. The third area was engraved in a demotic Egyptian, a written varient of the Egyptian language. The links to ancient Egypt's written and spoken languages had been long ago broken as they evolved from their original state to Coptic and then to Arabic.

Katarina Line Launches 2020 Season With 20% Off All Cruises as Croatia Reopens Borders to European Tourism

Katarina Line, Croatia’s premier small ship cruise company with a fleet of 60 ships and weekly guaranteed departures, has announced the launch of its 2020 season following Croatia’s official reopening of its borders to travel from European Union nations, as well as from the U.S. With regularly scheduled departures as of June 20, Katarina Line is offering 20% off per person on all 2020 departures, based on double occupancy and availability.

The Storming of the Bastille

France was on the verge of revolution. The citizenry had become increasingly demanding of King Louis XVI. The Bastille contained only seven prisoners, but it held a great symbolic value. Not only did the fortress hold a great store of weaponry and gunpowder, but it had for centuries been the prison for those who disagreed with royalty. The demonstrators had earlier raided the Hôtel des Invalides, removing its armory of muskets and weapons. The garrison was defended by 82 invalides - older soldiers too infirm for field duty. The Bastille fell after a brief skirmish, its commander killed and beheaded. The insurrection spread, and French royalty began to flee the country. The end for King Louis XVI and his queen, Marie Antoinette, was near.

Florida Based Cruise Line Pushes Restart of Cruises to August

Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line, operator of two cruise ships that offer cruises to the Bahamas from South Florida, has announced that they are pushing back their restart of cruises to August.

Key West to vote on proposal to ban big cruise ships

Some Key West residents are proposing the city restrict, if not ban, big cruise ships from stopping at the island. Florida Key News reports the PAC "Key West Committee for Cleaner, Safer Ships" has outlined three goals it hopes to pass as law in Key West

Domestic Cruising Restart in Australia Still an Uphill Battle

The Taskforce stated international travel should be resumed in accordance with the previously published timetable that would see trans-Tasman travel

Master List Of All Major International Airline Coronavirus Change And Cancellation Policies

For travel this summer and beyond, the answers aren’t crystal clear. The best you can do is be sure you’re making decisions based on the best available information. Unfortunately, finding the best available information is challenging because both airlines and governments are changing policies by the day.

Delta CEO says zero layoffs a possibility, promises empty middle seats beyond September

Delta said more than 17,000 of its 90,000 employees are taking early retirement, thousands more unpaid leave as the airline shrinks due to pandemic.

Is aggressive hotel isolation worth the cost to fight COVID-19? The answer depends on family size

Australia has fared better than most countries in reducing its COVID-19 cases to very low numbers. However, on June 15, new clusters of infection were identified in Victoria. The numbers grew so rapidly that metropolitan Melbourne is back in lockdown and the border with New South Wales is closed.

LGBTQ+ friendly hotels around the world you need to visit

In search of an LGBTQ+ friendly hotel for your next trip? Read our round-up of the best in the world before you book your next holiday.

Governor Cuomo Announces Travel Enforcement Operation at Airports Across The State to Help Ensure Travelers Are Following Quarantine Restrictions

"New York's success in fighting the COVID-19 virus is under two threats: lack of compliance and the virus coming to New York from other states with increasing infection rates," Governor Cuomo said. "We have already implemented a quarantine order for travelers

Croatia is the first country in the EU to reopen to US tourists

Croatia has become the first country in the European Union to welcome US tourists. The Croatian Ministry of Interior announced on Friday that the country has officially reopened to tourists from all countries.

Canada and U.S. likely to extend ban on non-essential travel

Canada and the United States are set to extend a ban on non-essential travel that was imposed to fight the coronavirus outbreak, although a final decision has not been taken, two Ottawa sources familiar with the matter said on Monday.

The world's best vineyards for 2020 revealed

The comforting glug of wine into glass has been one of the few pleasures left to us during the long months of lockdown -- but how much better to enjoy it on a sunlit winery terrace.

3 people test positive for Covid-19 after taking Delta flight from Atlanta to Albany, airline says

The airline says it is following the guidance of local health care officials and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Connecticut mayor sues Delta Airlines over dog bite

Bridgeport’s mayor is suing Delta Airlines over a dog bite he says he suffered on a flight. A suit filed in state Superior Court alleges Mayor Joe Ganim was sitting in his seat on a Delta flight in November 2018 when he was bitten by a dog that was accompanying a boarding passenger.

After flying on the 4 biggest US airlines I saw why offering free flights changes is a hollow gesture to customers when there's few alternatives

The big four US airlines can be neatly divided into two camps when it comes to their social distancing policies: those that block middle seats and those that don't.

These Are The Most Pet-Friendly Airlines In Europe

When traveling with your pets, choosing the right airline can make all the difference. Whether you’ve got concerns around what animals you can fly with, how many, and for how much, these are the best, pet-friendly airlines in Europe.

Holiday Inn Express debuts in New Zealand with first hotel in Queenstown

InterContinental Hotels Group's® (IHG) fastest growing hotel brand* has made its debut in New Zealand with the launch of Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown opening its doors today, 10 July. Opened in partnership with Pro-invest Group, the new-build hotel welcomes guests in time for the start of the ski season

Yellowstone National Park starts re-opening hotel rooms to visitors

The company that operates lodging inside Yellowstone National Park is beginning to open hotel rooms that until now were closed due to COVID-19.

Cruise Ships Still Have Their Fans, Even After Coronavirus

Landlubbers who wrote this industry off for dead just don't get it. Cruise lines have navigated their share of hardships over the last several decades, but now they face what some see as a true existential threat from a mix of canceled business, heightened regulations, lawsuits and cleanup costs amid the pandemic.

Hurtigruten captain, passengers share impressions of 'first international cruise' since quarantine

A captain and passengers from what Hurtigruten Expedition Cruises says is the first international cruise since lockdown explain what it was like.

The Definitive Guide To Summer Travel Bans

Where can you go this summer? That's a simple question with a complicated answer. The reason: There hasn't been a definitive guide to summer travel bans — at least until now.

9 Mistakes That Could Ruin Your Romantic Couples' Trip

Whether you’ve been together for a few months or several decades, traveling as a couple creates a unique set of challenges. Even the most connected, communicative pair can run into hiccups.

Canada’s Updated Coronavirus Regulations For Domestic Travel Between Provinces

As Canada continues to try to limit the effects of the coronavirus pandemic, the government is also trying to encourage domestic travel rather than international trips for Canadians who choose to vacation. But travel across the country is not a straightforward affair. Atlantic Canada has even introduced a Travel Bubble for regional travelers.

Before the virus, Asia's ecosystems were buckling under overtourism. When the tourists return, it has to be different

The pause in travel from coronavirus could be an opportunity to rethink how Southeast Asia manages mass tourism and to move forward in a sustainable way that benefits local communities while protecting places of natural beauty and history.

President for a Day

As President Ronald Reagan prepared for surgery to remove polyps from his large intestine, Vice-President George Herbert Walker Bush prepared to make history. For eight hours, President Reagan was in preparation for surgery under general anesthesia and in post-operative recovery. For those eight hours, Vice-President Bush became the first Vice-President in United States history to assume the role of Acting President.

Airline passengers are finding 'creative ways' to remove masks, American pilot says

An American Airlines pilot says it's hard to enforce their mask policy without a federal mandate and wants FAA and DOT chiefs to see for themselves.

How Covid-19 will change air travel as we know it

In 2001, air travel was dealt a massive blow by the 11 September attacks, and the effects lasted years. But this was a ripple compared to what Covid-19 will do.

The Mark Hotel Ranked "#1 City Hotel in the US" and "#1 Hotel in New York City" in Travel + Leisure

NEW YORK, July 10, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The iconic Mark Hotel, which reopened its doors on June 15th and is located in one of Manhattan's most elegant and discreet neighborhoods in the heart of the Upper East Side, has been voted "#1 City Hotel in the Continental United States" and "#1 Hotel in New York City" in the Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards for 2020.

How Safe Are Hotel Pools This Summer?

The dean of a School of Public Health, a medical school professor, and an epidemiologist weigh in on the risk of catching the coronavirus in pools.

The Pandemic's Immeasurable Impact on Students Who Are Just Discovering Travel

Right now, Brian Oliver should be guiding 10 high school sophomores through St. Lawrence Hall and other Black heritage sites in Toronto, as part of a week-long educational trip. It would have been his inaugural one with BMore See More, a Baltimore nonprofit he founded in January

Little things about travel that we used to overlook but terribly miss now!

Coronavirus lockdown has taught us a lot many things about life; things that we ignored, overlooked and took for granted. Apart from damaging the world economy, the lockdown has particularly been brutal and painful for those who used to live their lives on wheels, trains, ships and planes, exploring the beautiful world. Life has certainly changed to an extensive degree and we as travellers definitely miss the excitement

Company Invents Antimicrobial Cruise Ship Key Cards

As cruise lines work to resume cruises in a safe manner, a company has invented the world’s first method of applying antimicrobial lacquer to passenger cards on cruise ships.

Foreign Office urges holidaymakers to avoid cruise ships

UK holidaymakers are being urged by the government to avoid travelling on cruise ships. The Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) issued a statement on Thursday advising people not to embark on sailings due to the coronavirus pandemic.

The Top 25 Islands in the World

Including Palawan, Kauai, Paros, and Sicily these destinations are voted the top island vacations by Travel + Leisure readers. Inspire some serious wanderlust with theses island getaways.

Barbados's New Visa Lets You Work There Remotely For a Year

The proposed 12-month Barbados Welcome Stamp would allow foreign visitors to travel to Barbados and work from the island.

'This is not the summer for a spontaneous road trip', says travel designer

Vacationing during a pandemic is an act of pure selfishness. It doesn't just endanger your life. It could spread COVID-19 and prolong the situation.

The Great Fire

Medieval London was a tinder box. Wooden structures and shoddy construction, plus the use of live flame for heat and light made for a combustible mix that often resulted in disaster. One of London’s “Great Fires” began on July 10, 1212 just south of London Bridge. The flames likely began at Southwark Cathedral and quickly spread to the bridge where wooden houses build atop the stone structure caught fire. Hundreds, perhaps thousands, were burned alive as they were trapped on the bridge. High winds spread the fire to the city. Londoners knew the event as the Great Fire of London until four centuries later when an even larger conflagration took the city.

The Fourteenth Amendment

Although the Fourteenth Amendment was originally intended to provide full citizenship and rights to former slaves, the Due Process and Equal Protection Clauses have provided important civil rights to all Americans. Ratified on this date in 1868, the Fourteenth Amendment requires states to provide equal protection to all persons. ” nor shall any State deprive any person of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor deny to any person within its jurisdiction the equal protection of the laws” These words have been the basis of some of the most important Supreme Court cases of the last 100 years and secures the right to due process to all citizens of the United States.

How the Covid-19 pandemic may change airlines' much-hated $200 change fees

Airlines have done away with their $200 change fees, giving passengers the flexibility they've long desired — at a time when few people are traveling.

Airline travel may be down but JetBlue to debut a new nonstop route out of San Diego

today announced it is adding 30 new domestic routes to serve customers in markets where leisure and VFR (visiting friends and relatives) travel is showing some signs of strength.

2021 Global Cruise Ship Index Now Available for Download

&nbsp; The new 2021 Global Cruise Ship Index by Cruise Industry News is now available for immediate download. The Excel file comprises data for over 500...

Carnival Cruise Line Pushes Back Sailings of Its Newest Anticipated Ship, the Mardi Gras, Until Next Year

Carnival Cruise Line has extended its cancellation on future sailings this week, pushing back the inaugural journeys of new and renovated ships due to delays.

Viking Cruises Cancels All Sailings Through September

Viking Cruises has decided to extends its pause on operations through September 30, 2020, due to on-going travel restrictions.

California hotel uses wine-delivering room service robot

Rosé, a three-foot robot which uses sensors to travel in the hotel’s lifts and corridors, can deliver groceries, towels and even pet treats to guests. The automated delivery bot, which has been working at the hotel since 2018, has come into its own after social distancing regulations were put in place.

An incredible train hotel is opening in South Africa

Kruger Shalati has luxury hotel rooms built into old train carriages parked on a bridge in Kruger National Park.

What will the national security law mean for travelers -- and Hong Kong's tourism recovery?

When it comes to desirable post-pandemic travel destinations, Hong Kong would be an obvious choice thanks to its capable handling of Covid-19 outbreaks, which has so far limited infections to just 1,300 cases in the city of 7.5 million. But now, some travelers may be worried about visiting for a totally different reason.

Dubai: Virus testing mandatory for tourists

Tourists visiting Dubai will have to undergo a polymerase chain reaction (PCR) nasal swab test before flying from their home country, and need to carry test-result documentation with them. More on Times Travel.

Flying during COVID-19: Here's what to know before you travel

Flying and spending time in airports is one of the riskiest things you can do during the COVID-19 pandemic. And like virtually every other aspect of life, the pandemic has changed travel as we know it -- at least while we wait for a vaccine.

What Countries Can Americans Travel To? Here's Your July Update

July is an exciting month for international travel as more countries open their borders to foreign travelers. Airlines are offering more domestic and international flight options than in the last few months. However, there are still many countries that Americans cannot travel to this summer.

Airline bookings start to tumble again as coronavirus cases spike

Airline travel is bouncing back -- but so are American coronavirus cases. That spike could put the aviation rebound in reverse.

Why Singapore Airlines Was Voted the Best International Airline 25 Years in a Row

Every year, Travel + Leisure's World's Best Awards kick our wanderlust into high gear. As we browse the lists, we inevitably start picturing ourselves lounging at the winning resorts, exploring the top islands and cities, and setting sail on the best cruises. But we can't forget the ones who actually get us to these magnificent destinations in the first place.

A Phoenix hotel houses homeless coronavirus patients. Here's what it's like inside

Around the country, cities and counties are grappling with how to deal with the spread of coronavirus among the homeless, an especially vulnerable population. They are often unable to protect themselves by the simplest of actions, such as hand-washing, health experts say, and they seldom have access to quality health care.

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Unveils Plans to Enter Nepal and Bhutan, Introduces Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Brand in India

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world's largest hotel franchising company with 9,300 hotels across approximately 90 countries, today unveiled plans to open its first hotels in Nepal and Bhutan, while also announcing the recent opening of the Hawthorn Suites® by Wyndham Dwarka—the first Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham hotel in India.

Health expert claims cruise ship could be safer travel than some major cities to avoid coronavirus

A health official working as part of a joint safety task force between Royal Caribbean and Norwegian Cruise Line said it could be easier to avoid coronavirus on a ship than in some major cities.

First Cruise Ship Receives Certification for Infection Prevention

A cruise ship became the first in the world to receive Certification in Infection Prevention for the Maritime industry (CIP-M). The CIP-M certification of Explorer Dream is timely and in conjunction with Dream Cruises' recent announcement that Explorer Dream will recommence operations in Taiwan from July 16, 2020 onwards

These travel destinations require proof of negative COVID-19 test

The world is gradually beginning to open back up in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic but many places are requiring visitors, including Americans, to show proof of a negative COVID-19 test in order to experience their destination in lieu of a 14-day quarantine.

Headed to Europe? Here are 5 smaller destinations with fewer crowds

Europe has largely opened its doors for summer travel, though many people are still cautious about traveling during a pandemic. One way to avoid crowds is to head to smaller European destinations.

What You Need To Know About Getting Immunized Before You Travel

With the pandemic having caused massive upset within the travel industry, some have envisioned a future in which you’ll need to prove you’ve had a COVID-19 immunization before you can travel. Of course, such a vaccine doesn’t exist yet, let alone any regulations requiring you to get one.

6 safer, expert-backed ways to take a vacation during the pandemic, from road trips to private vacation homes and remote campsites

With summer in full swing and many states easing restrictions around the novel coronavirus, US travelers are eager to get out of their homes and hit the road — safely.

The Olive Branch Petition

One faction of the Second Continental Congress, lead by delegate John Dickinson, wanted to appease King George III. A separate group lead by John Adams, however, was more radical and wanted an immediate declaration of independence and believed war to be inevitable. Dickinson and his followers drafted a petition to King George, outlining a path to peace. The original Olive Branch Petition was drafted by Thomas Jefferson, but Dickenson re-wrote much of it, believing Jefferson’s language too offensive.

The Roswell Incident

On July 8, 1947 The Roswell Army Air Field issued an unusual press release indicating that on July 7th, the day before, some of its personnel had located and removed a crashed “flying disc” from a local ranch. A second press release corrected “flying disc” to “weather balloon.” One of the great conspiracy theories of the 20th century was born. A government commission convened in reaction to the media uproar concluded the findings were debris from a secret government program called Project Mogul which used high altitude weather balloons as listening and surveillance devices.

Sleep Under The Stars With Switzerland’s Stellar New Hotel Concept

In an effort to draw visitors to less-known regions throughout the summer, Switzerland Tourism has launched the brand new accommodation concept, Million Stars Hotel. Consisting of around 50 hotel ‘rooms’ dotted throughout the country, this accommodation offering enables you to sleep under the starry sky in locations showing Switzerland’s true diversity.

Data Shows Negative Hotel Guest Reviews Increase During Pandemic

Lodging Interactive, a full-service digital marketing, social media engagement, and reputation management agency exclusively serving the hospitality industry shares its findings on guest reputation management during the COVID-19 pandemic and the results show negative guest reviews are on the rise.

Struggling Austrian Airlines swaps planes for trains

(CNN) — Austria's flagship airline is replacing one of its flights with a more frequent train service, in order to meet the environmental criteria of its recent government bailout. The company will no longer fly between capital city Vienna and Salzburg, operating a rail service instead.

Delta Airlines to Bring Back Alcoholic Beverages on Select Domestic Flights

Delta Airlines is raising a glass as they announce they will once again be serving alcoholic beverages on certain domestic flights. Last week, the airline said they would bring back "complimentary beer and wine on all flights greater than 500 miles" starting July 2.

United Airlines adds more international routes for September

United Airlines said on Monday it was further expanding its international schedule in September by bringing back service between Chicago and Hong Kong and Los Angeles and Sydney, and adding new nonstop flights between Chicago and Tel Aviv.

Royal Caribbean, Norwegian create panel to make cruising safe from the coronavirus

Two major cruise companies have created a joint blue-ribbon task force to try to find comprehensive solutions to the industry's most vexing problem: how to keep ship passengers and crew safe from the coronavirus.

P&O Cruises Has Sold the Oceana; Buyer Not Named

P&O Cruises announced that the Oceana has been sold and will leave the fleet. It makes the 2000-built 2,016-guest ship the first "modern" cruise ship sold due to the COVID-19 pandemic. A buyer or a sales price was not named.

Cruise Line Bringing Back 14 of 16 Cruise Ships To Service

A cruise line has announced plans to bring back 14 of 16 cruise ships to service over the next few months after the cruise line saw a successful return to service. Hurtigruten, the world’s largest expedition cruise line, will return 14 of 16 cruise ships to service in August and September. In addition, the cruise line will launch a series of new itineraries in the British Isles over the coming months.

Covid-Safe Travels: Stamp Of Approval For Mexico

The coronavirus brought tourism to a standstill. Now that travel is very slowly restarting, the virus is bringing questions about safety protocols and standards. But how do you know what’s safe, what protocols are followed, and who approved them?

'N95 mask and hand sanitizer at the ready': The COVID-19 pandemic affects the future of Gen Z travel

Clarissa Fisher, 23, is nowhere near ready to hop on a plane. She used to fly regularly to visit her boyfriend in the U.K. "This past week, I have seen so many people return to their normal activities like nothing has happened," says Fisher of Frankfort, Kentucky.

Sustainable Tourism: A Positive Outcome of the Covid-19 Crisis

Sustainability is no longer simply interpreted as anything to do with the environment alone. It now has a much broader connotation and includes the social, cultural, economic, and physical aspects of a destination.

South Africa luxury hotel invites guests to sleep on a train permanently parked on a bridge

Though luxury hotel openings have slowed to a trickle this year, there are still a few exciting new properties opening their doors to guests in 2020. Among these is the stunning Kruger Shalati: The Train on the Bridge, now under development in South Africa.

World's first gold-plated hotel opens in Vietnam

The world's first gold-plated hotel which features golden cutlery, cups, toilet seat and an infinity pool has given the word 'extravagant' a new meaning.

This Hotel Has a Robot Named Rosé That Will Deliver Wine to Your Room Without Human Contact

If you plan on traveling again soon, rest assured that hotels are doing everything they can to make sure you have peace-of-mind — that includes your room service.

American Or United – Which Airline Should You Fly During This Pandemic?

If you are choosing between American Airlines and United Airlines for an upcoming flight, there is a clear winner. Over the past couple of months, I have flown domestically on both American Airlines and United Airlines several times each.

Sanders calls for social distancing, masks and disinfection on planes as flights operate at full capacity

Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) is calling on federal officials to require face coverings for airline passengers, limit the capacity of flights and more cleaning amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Cruise Lines That Are Resuming Cruises This Month

A handful of cruise lines are currently planning on resuming cruises this month. In June, the industry saw the restart of one cruise line, SeaDream Yacht Club. So which cruise lines are planning on restarting cruises in July? Here is a rundown of the three cruise lines that will have cruise ships sailing this month.

Down Under Answers acquires Los Angeles based Travel2 and Islands In The Sun

SEATTLE, WA - Down Under Answers is proud to announce the acquisition of leading specialty tour operators to the South Pacific - Travel2 and Islands In The Sun. The acquisition from Melbourne-based Helloworld Travel Limited (ASX: HLO) sees the two well-known brands become wholly owned by Down Under Answers, a well-established travel wholesaler based in Seattle, WA, and their new corporate entity, the Travel Answers Group. “We’re really delighted to bring such strong brands into the new structure of the Travel Answers Group,”

New EU Cruise Guidelines Suggest Masks, Avoid Buffets, More

An agency advising European cruise lines on protocols they should consider putting into place might offer a glimpse into what we can expect when the Centers for Disease Control weighs in on American ships.

US Travel Ban: This Is How It’s Costing Europe Billions

Europe’s tourism-dependent economy is being hard hit by the lack of some 15 million US tourists this summer. This due to the ongoing travel ban dished up by the EU last week. It’s already hurting, with billions of dollars in losses predicted. Particularly in the countries who rely most heavily on them: France, Italy, Germany and Spain. But across the EU, the economic ripples are being felt.

Ireland delays easing of travel restrictions until July 20

DUBLIN (Reuters) - Ireland will ease quarantine restrictions on people travelling from abroad on July 20, with people arriving from a “green list” of countries with low COVID-19 rates to be exempt from isolating themselves for 14 days, transport minister Eamon Ryan said.

Abu Dhabi: The adventure paradise I can't wait to explore again

(CNN) — It's Friday morning. My friends and I are out cruising on my speed boat. We skim across the water, flat like ice, through the waterways that weave around nearly 200 islands. One minute, the city skyline can be seen hugging the horizon, the next, we're surrounded by mangroves. The stresses of the working week are blown away and we're reconnecting with nature.

US issues guidelines but no new rules for safe air travel

Federal officials said Thursday that airlines should consider limiting capacity on planes to promote social distancing, but they are not considering making the

If you miss travel, road trips could be your key to safer summer getaways

Travel is making a comeback, but like most everything else, expect to see some changes. Maybe you have vacation days to spend. You want to go somewhere — and you also want to stay safe. So you’re unlikely to fly and you may want to avoid hotel stays.

The Assassination of President James Garfield

Charles J. Guiteau was an unhappy man. Disgruntled by his failure to obtain a government position, he stalked James Abram Garfield, the 20th President of the United States. Guteau approached Garfield and his entourage and pulled his pistol, firing twice. One of the bullets lodged in Garfield's torso. Ironically, Garfield's Secretary of War, Robert Todd Lincoln, the son of the first assassinated President, was with him. Garfield lingered for two months under medical care, but died of his wounds on September 19, 1881. His 6 month administration was the second shortest in US history. He was the second US president to be assassinated in office. Guiteau pleaded insanity but was convicted and executed by hanging on June 30, 1882.

More flights to Hawaii once quarantine not mandatory

With the Aloha state announcing eased restrictions on inbound travel for those with negative Covid-19 test results, Hawaiian Airlines adds more flights beginning in August.

Canada Extends Coronavirus Travel Ban On Most Foreign Travelers

Canada announced yesterday (June 30, 2020) that it will be extending its ban on foreign travelers until at least July 31, 2020. The ban applies to all foreign nationals other than those from the United States who are not Canadian citizens, permanent residents or those traveling for essential reasons.

How the E.U. Ban on Americans Is Impacting Air Travel

As Americans slowly begin traveling this summer, there’s one ultra-popular region that remains inaccessible, even for those comfortable with air travel: the European Union.

These international destinations are reopening to tourists

Although many governments are still advising against “nonessential” international travel, a host of popular destinations are beginning to ease their COVID-19 lockdown measures and border restrictions and are moving toward welcoming tourists back.

Face masks, COVID-19 screening: EU issues guidelines for return to cruising amid pandemic

The European Union has issued a 49-page document outlining how cruise lines should operate within its territorial waters when they get back to sea.

Detroit area hospital develops test that detects COVID-19 in 45 minutes

DETROIT, Mich - A team led by Beaumont Health researchers, Laura Lamb, Ph. D. and Michael Chancellor, M. D at the Aikens Research Center at Beaumont Research Institute has developed a new test to detect COVID-19 via urine, blood, salvia or a mouth-swab sample in just 30-45 minutes. According to a news release, results were compared to existing technology and found to be highly accurate; the test is also relatively inexpensive to develop and operate.

Royal Caribbean Delays New Cruise Ship Until 2021

Citing global issues, Royal Caribbean announced that they would be delaying the launch of their upcoming cruise ship Odyssey of the Seas. The 4,900-guest Quantum Ultra-class ship, which was originally scheduled to debut in Fall 2020, is now being pushed until April 2021.

Hotel Quarantine Lapses Probed in Australia’s Virus-Hit City

Australian authorities are probing alleged security lapses at Melbourne hotels used to quarantine overseas arrivals, including claims guards slept with guests, amid concerns the breaches have contributed to a resurgence of coronavirus in the nation’s second-largest city.

Travel will become more luxurious after the coronavirus pandemic, hotel and aviation experts predict

Instead of sitting at a crowded bar, you could have a mixologist come directly to your room and whip up drinks for an intimate cocktail evening.

US Skilled Workers, Students, May Dodge Europe Travel Ban–This Is Why

Thousands still barred from traveling to Europe from countries such as the US, Brazil and Russia may dodge the ban under EU guidelines for allowing exemptions to skilled workers and other “travelers with an essential function or need”. Each member will now decide what exactly that means.

Covid cases from overseas travel rise in Ireland

Ireland's health minister warns there are concerns of a second wave with a rise in foreign travel.

Check in but never leave: Taiwan offers fake flights for travel-starved tourists

Starved of the travel experience during the coronavirus lockdown? One Taiwanese airport has the solution - a fake itinerary where you check in, go through passport control and security and even board the aircraft. You just never leave.

Self-Made Millionaire David Castain Started A Travel Booking Platform

Fearlessness is a muscle, waiting to be flexed! David Castain acknowledges this fact as he continues to dominate his space in the world as a serial entrepreneur and travel expert. David Castain is the founder of David Castain And Associates, Castain Capital Investments, David Castain Foundation, and most recently David Castain Destinations.

New hotel cleaning protocols will cost hotels over $130k per year

As new hospitality cleaning protocols are being released on a daily basis worldwide, we have worked with our hotel partners to calculate the cost of implementing the new cleaning requirements. Initial analysis shows that hotels will need to budget around $130,000 for a 250-room hotel, running at around 60% occupancy.

Vote for your favorite hotels and resorts across America

Help us choose America's best hotels, resorts and resort amenities by choosing your favorites across 15 categories. Voting ends on Monday, July 27 at noon ET, and you can vote once per day, per category.

Airlines defend moves to full-capacity flights

The airline industry defended American Airlines on Tuesday for its new policy to fill planes to capacity following criticism from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Director Robert Redfield over concerns about spreading the coronavirus.

Airline industry flails without federal requirements for masks, social distancing

Last week, American Airlines announced that it would no longer hold off on filling its planes, garnering significant criticism.

What Europe Being Closed to Americans Means for European River Cruising

Cruisers have had four months to get used to the rolling cancellations that have dramatically affected the operations of river and ocean cruise lines

Royal Caribbean Delays New Cruise Ship Introduction for Six Months

Royal Caribbean International is delaying the introduction of its new cruise ship the Odyssey of the Seas for six months. Currently under construction at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg, Germany the new cruise ship had been due for delivery in the fall with a maiden voyage in November 2020.

Carnival Cruise Ship Helps Boat That Ran Out of Fuel

A Carnival Cruise Line ship helped a small boat that ran out of fuel in the Bahamas.Carnival Legend was off the coast of the Bahamas yesterday when the cruise ship received a call for help from a boat in the area that had run out of fuel.

Where Can Americans Travel Right Now? A Country-by-Country Guide

As the fallout of the coronavirus pandemic put international travel on hold earlier this year, Americans looking to add another stamp to their passport postponed their global itineraries and embraced backyard staycations and road trips instead.

Fourth Of July Holiday Day Travel This Year Is Going To Be, Well, Different, Thanks To Covid-19

This Fourth of July holiday weekend won’t be the total washout that many in the travel and hospitality industries feared only a few weeks ago because of the impact of Covid-19.

Europe: US Travel Ban, Here Are 5 Vital Things For Americans To Know

The renewed Europe travel ban on the U.S. continues to block all non-essential travel for American residents. Those with residency abroad however, either in the EU or one of the safe list countries, have travel rights in Europe. As do some new exemptions such as students, even some workers.

The First Zip Code

On July 1, 1963, the United States Post Office introduced the first non-mandatory ZIP for the entire country. Employee Robert Moon first submitted his proposal for the idea while working as a postal inspector in 1944. In 1967, the Post Office began mandating Zip Codes for second and third-class bulk mail.

Gone with the Wind Published

On June 30, 1936, Margaret Mitchell's Gone with the Wind went to publication and became an almost instant bestseller. The story, which revolves around Scarlett O'Hara, weaves its tale of private struggle into the framework of the American Civil War and Reconstruction Era, artfully depicting both the Old South and the immediate post-war south. Though controversial for its depiction of slavery and plantation life, the novel is, to this day, considered one of the most beloved of American Literature.

Research Captures the Impact of COVID-19 on Travel Distribution Partners

In partnership with MMGY Myriad, international travel marketing alliance Travel Consul released new data around COVID-19’s impact on the travel industry and its current needs. The survey was conducted with more than 900 travel executives globally (tour operators and agency owners) and explores what travel brands need to quickly recover, how customers are reacting, and current marketing activity and business model adjustments in the ever-changing COVID-19 landscape.

Explore These 8 Destinations With Your Family This Summer

Just because there’s a pandemic going on, doesn’t mean that all hope for summer travel is lost. While making plans for international travel may be worrisome to most, there are plenty of domestic options where you can — safely — travel with the whole family.

One graphic explains why Americans are facing an EU travel ban

US tourists will be excluded from visiting the European Union after the bloc finalized its list of 15 safe countries for travel to member states on Tuesday.

TV news show sting alleges NYC hotels weren't following coronavirus cleaning procedures

Major hotel chains have announced special cleaning protocols in light of the coronavirus, but a television news show investigation is raising questions about whether they are being followed.

Hotels reimagine food and beverage service with new models

There’s little question that the pandemic has taken a huge toll on the hospitality industry. While restaurants were able to eke out a little income from takeout, delivery and other initiatives, hotel business almost completely dried up.

Which US airlines are resuming service in July?

Both major and low-cost carriers in the U.S. are bolstering their summer service offerings as travel restrictions gradually lift amid the coronavirus health crisis.

Middle seats and packed planes are coming back as airlines prepare to ease restrictions

US airlines had stopped selling them for months, both to ensure social distancing and because of a lack of passengers. But with a modest rebound in flying, that is changing.

AmaWaterways Marks 18 Years in River Cruising

Family-owned and operated river cruise line AmaWaterways has announced plans to celebrate its 18th anniversary by inviting travel advisors and their guests...

World's First Big Ship Cruise Line to Resume Operations

Genting Cruise Lines has announced the restart of cruise operations for Dream Cruises with Explorer Dream operating itineraries beginning from 26 July 2020. The 1,867-passenger ship will operate two and three-night "Taiwan Island-Hopping" itineraries, departing from Keelung and calling at Penghu, Matzu and Kinmen islands -- just for the domestic Taiwanese market.

European Union says it will bar Americans when bloc reopens to international visitors July 1

Americans will not be allowed to travel to European Union countries when the bloc opens up to international visitors July 1, the European Council announced Tuesday.

Pentagon Bans These 3 States For Travel By U.S. Service Members

The Department of Defense on Monday announced that three U.S. states are prohibited for travel by its service members because of the constant spreading of COVID-19. Those do not include the recent flared-up hot spots of Texas and Arizona.

Chinese tourists will likely be allowed back into the EU, while US are left out

In downtown Buffalo, New York, crossing the border into Ontario, Canada, used to be as easy as driving one mile across the Peace Bridge over the Niagara River. But that's now a forbidden route.

Return to the Caribbean this summer for a dreamy summer vacation

Some Caribbean islands are reopening their borders (and beaches) to international visitors for dreamy summer beach vacations. CNN Travel tells you which ones.

The 10 Biggest Mistakes to Avoid When Checking in (and Out of) a Hotel, According to the CEO of HotelTonight

The co-founder and CEO of HotelTonight, Sam Shank, shares the 10 biggest mistakes to avoid when checking into (or out of) a hotel.

This Double-decker Airplane Seat Could One Day Allow Everyone to Have Lie-flat Seats — Even in Economy

When it comes to the future of flying, design firms are getting creative. With more people looking to stay socially distant on flights, companies are coming up with a few solutions, including dividers between seats and even a “Glassafe” bubble.

Budapest's 'Whale' To Be Turned into a Cruise Ship Passenger Terminal

Budapest’s Bálna (Whale) complex could be turned into a passenger terminal for Danube river cruise ship passengers, head of the Hungarian Tourism Agency (MTÜ) Zoltán Guller said. In addition, the central government and Budapest’s opposition leadership appears to be on the same page on this one.

Florida Casino Ship Offers Preview Of Cruise Gambling

While cruise ships are not yet sailing, I recently had the chance to do some gambling on the high seas thanks to a trip aboard the Florida-based casino ship Victory 1. While much smaller than a ship like Carnival Vista or Norwegian Breakaway, the experience offered insight into how mainstream lines might deal with some of their casino-centric returns when they’re finally able to sail again.

You Won’t Believe How Many Airlines Haven’t Survived Coronavirus. How Does It Affect You?

Although things have been starting to pick back up in travel, it’s no secret that the airline industry has been hard hit by the coronavirus pandemic.

Here's what checking into a hotel is like in the age of Covid-19

As accommodations in states with declining infection and hospitalization rates start to reopen their doors to guests once again, hotel and resort owners, managers and staff are getting rid of some longtime perks and props while adding new safety measures.

Travel flourished after the Spanish flu pandemic, and it will again after this

The founder of the award-winning seat61.com rail website tells of the journeys that inspired him, his proposal on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, the way Covid-19 will impact on travel – and how the 2020s may yet be another golden age for the train.

Research is key if you plan on traveling this summer

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — With many states and businesses reopening, some people are starting to consider traveling. But if you’re traveling from Alabama, you need to research your destination before planning your trip.

First Globe Theatre Burns Down

On June 29, 1613, the first Globe Theatre burned to the ground. The theatre went up in flames during a performance of Shakespeare's Henry VIII, probably a result of a mistake with a prop cannon. The theatre (and its replacement, built the following year and used until 1642) is famed for being the proving ground of of William Shakespeare, who was one of the initial six shareholders of the theatre. The Globe's shareholders were all part of the Lord Chamberlain's Men, a playing company which put on the majority of Globe productions.

13 tourist hot spots planning to reopen this July

Destinations like Italy, Iceland, Spain, the Florida Keys, and Jamaica rolled out the welcome mat once again to tourists in June. Other destinations decided to wait a little longer to put ample health measures and precautions in place amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

An empty Waikiki triggers a soul searching about Hawaii’s no. 1 tourist destination

WAIKIKI, Hawaii (HawaiiNewsNow) - On what would typically be a hectic June morning for Duke’s Waikiki, the restaurant is instead strangely quiet and dim. A skeleton crew is busy stacking chairs, wiping tables and sweeping the floors, preparing for the return of dine-in customers after months of being closed.

Ich bin ein Berliner

On June 26, 1963, US President John F. Kennedy stood in West Berlin. The Communist government of East Germany had recently erected the Berlin Wall, a barrier to free movement between the East and Western sectors of the city. The President said, in part:

Airline Industry Turbulance Continues Amid Coronavirus Pandemic: What Does The Future Hold?

The 2020 coronavirus has dealt a serious blow to the airline industry. Prior to Covid-19, fuel costs were low, and demand was healthy. Today, the industry is struggling to survive. In this article, we’ll look at trends in passenger demand, revenue, stock performance, safety protocols, and the road ahead for this industry.

Your next American flight might be full as airline will no longer block seats in name of social distancing

American Airlines will return to normal flight booking and rely on other measures to protect customers. United and Spirit already book to capacity.

How Hostels Are Going Socially Distant While Keeping Their DNA

Souped-up hostels like the Generator and Freehand hotel brands were in the middle of a true resurgence. How will they fare after the coronavirus pandemic?

What It’s Like To Stay In A Luxury Hotel Right Now

Travel came to a standstill in the United States in March, as the coronavirus emptied roadways, attractions, restaurants, bars, hotels and the skies. But there’s finally some movement. As the lockdown lifts in cities all over the globe, more and more hotels are reopening.

Is This The Best Value Luxury River Cruise Post-Covid-19?

The thought of splashing out in the current climate probably doesn’t seem like the most prudent idea, particularly on travel, which still has a dark cloud of uncertainty hanging over it in the wake of the coronavirus crisis.

Norway Enables Coastal Cruising

The Norwegian government has officially announced that it will allow “Hurtigruten and other cruise” lines to carry foreign passengers along the coast of Norway.

Norway to Ease Travel Restrictions for Europe, Keeps Sweden Out

Norway is continuing to ease travel restrictions to and from the rest of Europe, but is still recommending that its citizens avoid areas with high Covid-19 rates, including neighboring Sweden.

$4,000 Travel Tax Credit: What to Know About ‘Explore America’

The U.S. economy has started to show some signs of life again. Employment is on the rise and businesses across the country are starting to reopen, but sadly, the fight against COVID-19 still has a ways to go.

Coronavirus made Vietnam shut its borders. Now it's allowing flights from Japan for the first time

A planeful of Japanese business travelers landed in Vietnam on June 25, marking the first flight between the two countries since they imposed border restrictions in a bid to stop the spread of coronavirus.

NEW USTOA MEMBER SURVEYS REVEAL CONTINUED PLANS FOR RECOVERY AND RESUMPTION OF BUSINESS

NEW YORK (June 24, 2020) – The United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA) released new findings from surveys of its Tour Operator Active Members and destination management Associate Members about post-COVID 19 plans for recovery and resumption of business. The surveys are a key part of USTOA’s ongoing efforts to support and inform its membership and the industry throughout the coronavirus crisis.

Battle of the Little Bighorn

Led by Sitting Bull, many of the Lokota and Cheyenne Indians had left the reservations carved out for them by the US Government. The US 7th Calvary, lead by General George Armstrong Custer engaged the tribes near the Little Bighorn River in Eastern Montana. Custer was defeated and killed in what became known as the Battle of the Little Bighorn but the Native Americans called the Battle of the Greasy Grass on this day in 1876.

Coronavirus Travel Restrictions Are Easing Up: Here’s A Look At Where

Recent news surrounding the coronavirus pandemic mostly isn’t pretty. Cases are on the rise in more than half of US states. Infections are surging in parts of the world that had seemed to avoid the worst of it early on, such as in Latin America.

A Willy Wonka-like Chocolate Factory Is Coming to Amsterdam — and It Has a Roller Coaster

Soon you’ll see a world of pure imagination in Amsterdam. According to the New York Post, a Willy Wonka-like chocolate factory is setting up in the town of Zaandam, in The Netherlands, which is about 18 kilometers (11 miles) north of Amsterdam.

What it's like to visit Paris post-lockdown

A garden pail filled with disposable hand wipes and huge bottles of hand sanitizer can be found atop every table at Paris bistro Chez L'Ami Jean. At the entrance of luxury department store Galeries Lafayette, security guards who double as hygiene inspectors pump generous dollops of sanitizer into the palms of shoppers' outstretched hands.

Most cruise ports remain closed and few are re-opening

Spain is opening its borders to overseas tourists this month – but is maintaining its ban on cruise ships calling at any Spanish port.

River cruises are in the best position for a quick recovery

Early signs already suggest that there is a growing demand for river cruises, despite the severe impact Covid-19 has had upon the industry.

What Every Airline Is Doing to Make Sure You’re Flying Safely This Summer

Summer is finally here and the U.S. is opening back up following the coronavirus-induced shutdown. That might make you eager to hop on a plane and escape the home you’ve been inhabiting for the last few months – but there’s a new normal to be ready for in airline travel this summer.

Would you travel again if hotels were contact-free?

The hospitality industry is hoping that contactless technology will reduce COVID-19 transmission and make guests feel safe. But experts caution that tech alone may not keep people from getting sick.

New Flexible Booking Options and Health & Safety Guidelines Announced for Hotel Guests at Disneyland Paris

New guidelines and information on exisitng bookings has been released in advance of Disneyland Paris hotels reopening in July

Hawaii County Mayor Talks about Reopening Out-of-State Travel

In Hawaii County, there are three active COVID-19 cases. Is the Big Island ready to welcome out-of-state travel without a quarantine? Hawaii County Mayor Harry Kim joined Wake Up 2day to talk about it.

Coronavirus pandemic will dent summer travel, AAA predicts, but not road trips

AAA forecasts people will hit the road this summer in numbers very close to recent years, in spite of the impact of the coronavirus pandemic.

Dancing Mania Breaks Out in Germany

On this day in 1374, a severe outbreak of "dancing mania", also known as "St. John's Dance" or "dancing plague", occurred in Aix-la-Chapelle, Germany. This particular outbreak soon spread across the European continent, as far as Italy, Luxembourg and France. Dancing mania involves men and women breaking into frenzied, erratic dancing - dancing which continues until they physically collapse from exhaustion. The dancing proved highly contagious and overtook entire townships. No one is sure what caused dancing mania - ideas put forward today include physiological and sociological explanations.

EU Travel Ban For Americans: What This Means For Travel In France

It seems increasingly likely–according to the New York Times–that travelers from the U.S. will not be allowed to enter on 1 July, as the EU re-opens its international borders. This is likely to have serious ramifications for the French economy but possibly not as much as the reopening of borders with the U.K., whose visitors to France outnumber Americans by 3 to 1.

With little oversight, patchwork of airline coronavirus policies leaves flyers wary

Tony Scott boarded an American Airlines flight May 25 from Los Angeles to Dallas. It was a trip he felt he had to take despite concerns about the coronavirus. His son, who lives in Texas, was having health problems.

Iceland Is Getting Another New Airline

Airlines may be struggling to survive the industry’s worst-ever downturn, but investors in Iceland reckon the time is ripe to launch a brand new carrier.

Why can you get on a plane but not a cruise ship during the pandemic?

We talked with two doctors from USF about the differences between boarding a plane and boarding a cruise ship.

American Cruise Lines Targets July 12 For First Sailing

American Cruise Lines is now aiming to be the first cruise operator back on U.S. waterways with its July 12 departure on the lower Mississippi River, sailing...

Five Programming Ideas That Hotels Can Consider For Social Distancing (And How To Market Them)

As the world begins to reopen and rebuild following the devastation of Covid-19, it’s no secret that hospitality brands face a daunting journey back to the mountaintop. In fact, the hotel experience we knew three months ago may very well never look the same again, or at the very least for the next couple of years.

The best hotels in Tybee Island

We rounded up top Tybee Island hotels that include three-star accommodations and up, are well-located and rated, and can be found for close to $100 per night to start.

6 Travel Shows to Help Keep Your Wanderlust Alive

Are you an adventure traveler or foodie traveler or even a bucket-list traveler sitting around thinking, “Well, I’ll never travel again”? With travel restrictions still in place, it seems like it’ll take months before travel will resume back to its regularly scheduled programming.

Canadian Government Pledges $70 Million To Encourage Domestic Summer Travel

If you’ve been putting your summer travel plans on hold, you may want to reconsider. The Canadian government is encouraging citizens to hit the road (with safety and physical distancing in mind) and discover the beauty and adventure that awaits them in their very own backyard.

Demand for Beach Vacations Over July 4 ‘Stronger Than Ever,’ Vrbo Data Shows

Americans looking to get away for July 4 are overwhelmingly booking relaxing, toes-in-the-sand-type destinations, according to data from home booking site Vrbo shared with Travel + Leisure.

As States Reopen, Airlines Are Launching Fare Sales for Winter Travel

Both Southwest and Alaska are running deals starting at $39.

Puerto Rico opening to travelers on July 15

Puerto Rico will open its tourism sector to all travellers from July 15. Currently, the destination's popular attractions and tourist locations are open for Island residents who can enjoy the natural beauty and the hospitality of the travel industry with certain restrictions.

Help Us Get the California AB 5 Business License Requirement Extended!

Alexandria, VA, June 24, 202 - In 2019, travel advisors in California were granted an exemption from onerous independent contractor (IC) regulations in a legislative bill named Assembly Bill (AB) 5, which was signed into law by Governor Newsom and became effective on January 1, 2020. This law allows independent advisors in the travel industry to continue to work as they had in the past provided they are themselves a registered seller of travel in California, or covered by a registered seller of travel, and they must have a business license as required by their local municipality (city, town, county, etc).

DULUTH TRAVEL CEO PUTTING EMPLOYEES OVER PROFIT

Duluth, GA, June 23rd, 2020- Arthur Salus, the CEO of Duluth Travel, a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Company, was interviewed by a travel industry news journalism company about ‘The Future Of Travel Management Companies’. Dozens of TMCs’ owners were interviewed for this article and the majority had a similar future, becoming a smaller company.

Katarina Line Launches 2020 Season With 20% Off All Cruises as Croatia Reopens Borders to European Tourism

Croatia’s award-winning DMC and small ship cruise company Katarina Line has announced the launch of its 2020 season following Croatia’s official reopening of its borders to travel from European Union nations. With regularly scheduled departures as of June 20, Katarina Line is offering 20% off per person on all 2020 departures

Is it safe to stay in a hotel, cabin or rental home yet?

Taking a trip this summer? You can do a lot to prevent coronavirus exposure, but you cannot take away all risk. It is important to practice caution.

What it’s like to travel the world as a wheelchair user

Travel enthusiast Bianca Riedmann shares insights about accessible destinations and what she hopes things will look like post-pandemic.

Here’s where the first set of international flights may be headed

There’s no clear sign on when scheduled international flights will resume, but we now have a sense of where they may be headed. A statement by India’s Ministry of Civil Aviation suggests that the first set of flights may take off for the US, UK and Europe.

Countries That Have Reopened For American Tourists

Where can Americans and U.S. passport holders travel right now? Here’s a full list of countries that have reopened their borders for American tourists. American travelers are eagerly wondering what countries and cities they can travel to right now, should they choose to!

10 Books to Help You Plan Your Next Cruise

Whether it is your first voyage or your fiftieth, planning a cruise takes some research. You want to be sure you are choosing the best cruise line and ship for your travel preferences, visiting ports you will enjoy, and making the most of setting sail with every tip, trick, hack, and shortcut. These great books can help you do just that!

Glamping Is 2020’s Hottest Travel Trend - Here Are The Best Places For Your Trip

With warm weather across the entire nation, and months into the global coronavirus pandemic, just about everyone is itching to get out of the house and do something different. But travel is still a long way from “normal,” and polls, travel experts and common sense all point in the same directions

Everything You Need To Know About The Travel Credit Stimulus

Federal and state governments are looking for creative ways to keep the economy moving this summer. You likely received a $1,200 stimulus check to offset lost wages from the CARES Act earlier this year.

DOT secretary: Improvements being made in airline refund system

'COVID-19 has caused unprecedented airline industry disruption, but that does not let them off the hook for record consumer complaints'

With Summer Cruises Still on Pause, Tourism-Reliant Cruise Ports Face a Tough Season Ahead

With the no-sail order still in effect, a halt on summer cruises means big losses for ports and local residents, from Alaska to the Caribbean.

Delta Is First U.S. Airline to Resume Flights to China

Delta Air Lines has announced it will resume its flights to China on June 25. The first flight available after suspending service due to the coronavirus will be from Seattle and Shanghai-Pudong via Seoul-Incheon.

How African Tourism Is Preparing To Come Back Amid COVID-19

African countries across the continent are preparing their reopening strategies for tourism after the spread of COVID-19, or the novel coronavirus.

G.I. Bill Becomes Law

On June 22, 1944, President Franklin Roosevelt signed into law the Servicemen's Readjustment Act of 1944 - better known as the G.I. Bill. The law provided a range of benefits to those who had served (at least 120 days and without being dishonorably discharged) in World War II. The consequences of the G.I. Bill were widespread, as it flushed middle class America with more education, affordable housing, career opportunities and more.

COVID-19: All you need to know about Dubai travel guidelines for expats, tourists and citizens

Dubai residents start arriving in UAE today, travel out of UAE to start from June 23

Ready To Travel Again? What You Need To Know About Tourism's Grand Opening

If you're ready to travel again, the travel industry is ready for you. More than ready. But there are a few things you need to know about tourism's grand opening that might surprise you.

Cruise ships won't sail from the US until mid-September, says association that oversees Carnival, Disney Cruise Line, and Royal Caribbean

Americans eager to book their next cruise getaway won't be sailing from the US until at least September, according to new restrictions from Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA).

Southwest Airline’s Linda Rutherford On CCO’s As Keepers Of The Corporate Soul And Maestros Of Integration

As I mentioned in a recent piece, it’s so great to see the “existential moment” corporate communications is facing as dubbed by the Page Society in their new Chief Communication Officer (CCO) study.

15 cabin ideas to boost airline passenger confidence during Covid

Passenger confidence is key to the recovery of air travel. Designers and suppliers around the world have come up with ideas to help flyers feel safer in the cabin and more physically separated from their fellow travellers. From low-cost cardboard isolators, to 3D-printed air blades, a wide range of ideas has been developed very swiftly to help reassure nervous passengers.

Wyndham Hotels and Resorts is opening five new hotels in China

Wyndham Hotels and Resorts has announced plans for further growth in China. The hotel franchising company said it will add five new hotels to its Ramada by Wyndham brand this quarter, with three of the hotels already open

Walt Disney World releases reopening dates for resorts, hotels

Disney fans who have been craving even a taste of the magic can get their wish starting June 22 as certain theme park hotels and resorts start to reopen.

The Trump Administration Wants to Give You $4,000 in Stimulus Money for Traveling and Dining Out

With the first round of coronavirus stimulus checks delivered to most Americans, families for whom the payment didn't go far enough are eagerly looking for signs from Washington that a second COVID-19 stimulus payment could be forthcoming.

Top 10 Beautiful, Safest European Beaches For Summer 2020 Holidays

For UK travellers, it’s cheering to hear that the government is planning to relax its travel quarantine rules in early July for a number of European countries. UK officials have been in talks with their counterparts in Portugal, France, Italy, Greece and Spain

New Study Suggests Exploring Your Own Town Can Be Good For Your Mental Health

In a new study published in Nature Neuroscience, researchers found that experiencing new things on a daily basis led to more positive emotions every day.

The extreme hotel hygiene awaiting tourists in Spain

It's breakfast time, which means I need to get my temperature checked, put on my face mask, smother my hands in alcohol disinfectant and wear a pair of plastic gloves. That's all before I have coffee. Welcome to the Riu Concordia

A Guide to the Caribbean Islands Reopening this Summer

Know which beaches are requiring face masks, which airports are doing on-site COVID-19 tests, and how different Caribbean islands are cleaning their hotels.

The Europe Travel Ban: What's Open And Who Can Travel

The 2020 Europe travel ban is a setback for world travelers and those with family on two continents. But borders within the European Union (EU) are starting to open for travel.

10 Hotels With Unusual Architecture

When checking into a hotel, you’re usually focused on your room, the restaurants, the bar and the other interiors. But in many cases, the building itself is a work of art with memorable, one-of-a-kind architecture.

Small Ships Prepare to Resume Cruising This Summer

Good news for travelers who are ready to set sail for their summer vacations: There is a small pocket of the cruise industry that can sail again—and they're getting ready to return to the waters.

American Queen Announces Promotion with Uniworld Boutique River Cruises

American Queen Steamboat Company has announced its offer of special promotional pricing to Uniworld Boutique River Cruises travelers impacted by the river...

JetBlue ramps service back up with 30 new routes, adds back summer routes

JetBlue is adding 30 new routes tailored to leisure travelers and restoring seasonal routes and service that had been halted due to the pandemic.

American Airlines bans activist who was kicked off plane for refusing to wear mask

American Airlines bans activist who was kicked off plane for refusing to wear a mask

Fact Check: Do Cruise Lines Pay US Taxes?

As many states prepare to reopen after three months of self-isolation and social distancing, cruisers are finding the travel itch a bit difficult to scratch. Whether or not cruise lines will return to service this summer is still up in the air

WHO should change rules that led it to oppose travel restrictions, ex-head says

The World Health Organization should change guidelines that led it to oppose travel restrictions early in the coronavirus epidemic, said former WHO chief Gro Harlem Brundtland, who now chairs an independent watchdog that monitors the global body.

The New Rules of Travel for Road Warriors

As lockdown restrictions ease, businesses travelers slowly return to the skies.

Could this invisible air shield protect fliers from Covid-19?

simple device that fits on to the existing air vents inside an airplane cabin could help reduce the risk of inflight Covid-19 infections.

Julius and Ethel Rosenberg are executed

On June 19th, 1953, Julius and Ethel Rosenberg were executed in the electric chair at Sing Sing prison. Their deaths marked the first execution of civilians for espionage in U.S. history. Accused during the McCarthy era of passing secrets on atomic technology to the Soviets, the couple allegedly recruited Mrs. Rosenberg's brother, a worker at Los Alamos, who later testified against them. There were many pleas for clemency from figures including those of Pope Pius XII and Albert Einstein.

Alexander+Roberts Debuts Journeys Without a Crowd On-Tour Protocols for More Personal Space + Extra Care

June 17, 2020 – Keene, NH – Pioneering travel company Alexander+Roberts has released newly enhanced hygiene protocols for all of their 2020-2022 worldwide journeys. Long known for its Small Group Journeys of never more than 16 guests and luxury Private Tours, the company has published these Journeys Without a Crowd protocols on its website.

Their Finest Hour

On June 18, 1940, Sir Winston Churchill stood before the House of Commons. Only slightly more than a month earlier, he had become Prime Minister of Britain. It was the first year of World War II. The Battle of France waged on, and it was a certainty that Germany would capture the French nation. Churchill’s speech rallied the morale of the British people and brought the rest of the world to a full realization of Europe’s plight.

Keep Your Eyes On Your Destination

The Stoic philosopher Seneca is quoted as saying, “If one does not know to which port one is sailing, no wind is favorable.” Some people set off in their professional lives drifting with the current, blown by the wind and tossed by the waves.

Traveling to the US Virgin Islands, Explained Caribbean Journal

This new age of travel means visitors have new questions as they plan their trips. What is the flying experience like? How have hotels changed? How can I ensure that I feel safe? How is the on-island experience different?

The great outdoors: An adventure travel bucket list for Turkey

No travel bucket list is complete without some adrenaline-packed activities, and if you are adamant on squeezing in a holiday this year and an intrepid adventurer craving the vast outdoors, here are four places you should check out

Norwegian, Oceania, Regent cruise lines extend suspensions into fall

Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises have extended sailing suspensions through Sept. 30.

American Queen Announces New 2020 Timeline

American Queen Steamboat Company has announced a new timeline for the resumption of operations across three of its vessels for the 2020 season, according to...

Southwest now requires a ‘customer health declaration’ from passengers before flying

Travelers on the Dallas-based carrier are now required to complete a “customer health declaration” when checking in, the airline announced Tuesday.

Only 'guidelines': FAA won't make wearing of face masks on airlines mandatory

The Federal Aviation Administration won't require the wearing of masks on commercial aircraft, continuing to leave that issue to individual airlines, the agency's chief said Wednesday.

Black-Owned Hotels Throughout the World

Book a stay at one of these Black-owned hotels and support Black hospitality owners.

Exclusive: Hyatt CEO talks coronavirus hotel reopening creativity, from rooftop yoga to hybrid virtual weddings

When you walk into a hotel — if you're ready to do so anytime soon — you can expect to see face masks, plexiglass dividers at check-in and reminders to social distance. When you walk into a Hyatt hotel, you can also expect to see a lot of creativity.

Phase four stimulus package could include a tax credit for domestic travel

The White House is considering a travel tax credit as lawmakers debate what should be included in a potential phase four stimulus package.

Photos of Carnival's new Port Canaveral cruise terminal

Recently declared "substantially complete", the new terminal will be the biggest construction project in the history of Port Canaveral, and cost $163 million.

How Safe Is it (For my Wallet *and* Me) To Book Future Travel Right Now?

Questions during quarantine: Are future travel bookings the worst thing I can do for my health and wallet? A doctor and travel coach answer.

The Statue of Liberty Arrives in NYC

The French frigate Isere steamed into New York Harbor on June 17, 1885. On board were 214 crates originating in France. Inside the crates were the 350 individual pieces that would be assembled to create the Statue of Liberty. The statue was a gift to the United States from the people of France. The copper clad statue

JetBlue Says Passengers Will Return To The Air In Winter

American carrier JetBlue is confident business will be getting back to normal by winter. After springtime lows, demand is now climbing, and JetBlue reckons a combination of factors will soon see passengers returning to the skies again in large numbers. It is an optimistic tone from the sixth-largest airline in the United States.

Eiffel Tower to reopen after longest closure since WWII

Workers are preparing the Eiffel Tower for reopening next week, after the coronavirus pandemic led to the iconic Paris landmark’s longest closure since World War II.

Why Egypt's Dahab is the perfect Red Sea resort town

Set in the shadow of Egypt's Sinai mountains, Dahab is a destination so alluring that some have opted to make it their home soon after visiting. Once a small Bedouin fishing town, it's now one of the Red Sea's top diving resorts, attracting thrill-seekers, nature lovers, and more recently, domestic tourists waiting out Covid-19.

Beijing cancels flights, shuts schools as COVID-19 cases spike

The city reported 31 new coronavirus cases, pushing the tally to 137

Border travel restrictions, immigration court shutdown extended because of COVID-19

The Trump administration extended travel restrictions between the United States and Mexico on Tuesday as both countries continue to grapple with increasing cases of the new coronavirus.

Summer Travel Is All About Figuring Out Your Comfort Zone

Since this season is sure to be unlike any other high season, thanks to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, we've been asking a lot of questions about summer travel here at Traveler—from how much we'll be traveling, to how we'll be getting around, to where we'll stay.

US-Canada border to remain closed to non-essential travel until July 21

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Tuesday announced that the U.S.-Canada border will continue to be closed to non-essential travel until late July because of the coronavirus pandemic.

When will the Mediterranean open up to cruises?

The Mediterranean is gradually opening up to tourism, hoping to salvage what's left of the summer high season – but not to cruises anytime soon. Italy is already open; Greece opened Monday and Spain opens next week.

International Cruise Lines Resuming Cruises While Americans Wait

An increasing number of cruise lines operating in International markets are announcing details for their resumption of service, while the lines operating from the United States continue to face uncertainty.

Canada to mandate temperature checks for incoming and outgoing airline passengers

The Canadian government will soon require temperature screenings of passengers flying into, out of, or within the country, as part of a new effort to prevent coronavirus outbreaks stemming from air travel.

I stayed at a new hotel during the pandemic. Here's what it was like.

In the best of circumstances, opening a hotel tends to be a stressful and money-draining endeavor for any owner, not to mention risky. Opening a property in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic

Hotel uses new anti-bacterial spray to permanently sanitize surfaces

What is there was an anti-bacterial spray that permanently sanitizes germs and the coronavirus? A company in West Haven is producing that and applying it to a new boutique hotel in Mystic.

Planning On Visiting Venice Post-COVID? Follow This Advice From Venetians

Despite campaigns and protests by residents hoping the extraordinary effects of lockdown might motivate a change in the city, some of the first tourists to arrive in early June proved Venice is considered by some as much a theme park as it ever was.

Abraham Lincoln Accepts Illinois Republican Nomination for Senate

"A house divided against itself cannot stand." With these words, Abraham Lincoln accepted the Illinois Republican Party nomination for Senate. The now famous quote was a fitting beginning to the well-publicized and dramatic Lincoln-Douglas Debates between Lincoln and Democratic nominee Stephen Douglas. The debates often revolved around slavery

Europe's borders reopen to on-continent travelers, but countries expect long road for tourism to recover

Many European countries are reopening borders after months of restrictions, but it's still a long road for tourism to recover.

After coronavirus closure, Machu Picchu to limit number of tourists upon July reopening

Peru’s top tourist destination will be capping daily visitor capacity at just 25 percent of its former occupancy upon reopening in July. The ancient Incan site has been closed to the public since March following the global outbreak of the novel coronavirus.

United Airlines creates 'internal travel restriction list' for fliers who won't wear masks

United Airlines is doubling down on its mandatory mask policy. The airline announced Monday that any passenger who refuses to comply with its mask requirement will be placed on an "internal travel restriction list," starting Thursday.

Airlines ban alcohol on planes in response to Covid-19

Alcohol sales may have boomed during lockdown, but our return to air travel will be an altogether more sobering experience. Airlines including Easyjet and KLM in Europe, Delta Air Lines and American Airlines in the United States, and Asia's Virgin Australia, are suspending all or part of their alcoholic drinks service in response to Covid-19.

These Are the Barriers Preventing Business Travel Bubbles From Catching On

Many countries are forming so-called travel bubbles to kickstart their summer seasons, and now businesses are hoping the model can restart their own travel.

Egypt is reopening for tourism, starting with its airports and beaches in July

From July 1, Egypt will reopen for tourism and welcome travellers to its airports and selected beaches. It has also waived tourist visas till October 31.

Iceland to Reopen to Cruise Ships

Iceland is reopening its borders to tourists as of June 15, according to a statement. Travelers heading to Iceland will have to fill out a pre-registration form and download the C-19 app on their mobile phones.

Norway launches first ocean cruise since pandemic lockdown

There will be sunshine in the City of Rain today as the Hurtigruten ship Finnmarken sets off on a familiar 34-port journey from Bergen along the Norwegian coast to Kirkenes.

Wooden Cave hotel suite is made from over 1,000 pieces of hand-cut spruce

Sinuous spruce-wood walls wind around the cosy Wooden Cave suite that Tenon Architecture has created for the Hyades Mountain Resort in southern Greece.

Is a Hotel a Safe Place During COVID-19? Here's What to Look For

Experts recommend that travelers check in with a hotel before departure to make sure its following CDC guidelines on COVID-19.

How much coronavirus risk is there in common travel activities? We asked an expert

Travel in the middle of a global pandemic presents challenges, with each activity carrying its own level of risk for coronavirus. Joseph Khabbaza, a pulmonary and critical care physician at the Cleveland Clinic, said some of the biggest questions he's getting relate to travel activities.

COVID-19 cruise ship studies reflect unique disease traits

Two studies published late last week in The Lancet Infectious Diseases characterize COVID-19 passengers on the Diamond Princess cruise ship, one finding that some infected patients have a lung infection with viral shedding but no symptoms, and the other suggesting that advanced age, severe lung involvement, and reduced lymphocyte count are risk factors for disease progression.

George Washington Named Commander-In-Chief, Continental Army

True to the manners of gentleman at the time, George Washington never admitted to any ambition and never publicly sought power - but on June 15, 1775, his was the only serious name considered for the post of Commander-In-Chief of the newly created Continental Army. Though the army primarily consisted of New Englanders, Washington hailed from the Southern state of Virginia, and his gaining the position was seen as a move of inclusion towards the Southern colonies. Over the next years Washington would lose many battles, but his dogged unwillingness to ever surrender and his masterful reversal of tactics and fortune would eventually turn the tide, and the United States would become the first British Colony to gain independence.

The Future Of Cruises–Lengthy Boarding, The End Of Buffets And More Staggered Dining

As many cruise lines prepare to lift no-sail orders around the world, the economic signs indicate a less than rosy future for cruise companies in the months ahead and radical changes to the way they allow customers to interact onboard.

Visit One of These 8 Western U.S. Destinations for a Taste of Traveling Abroad

These eight western U.S. destinations in California, Colorado, and Washington will seemingly transport you abroad to Italy, Denmark, Germany, New Zealand, and more.

What it's like to fly on Europe's biggest airline right now

European travelers have begun returning to the air as border restrictions ease, but the experience of a flight on the continent's biggest airline reveals just what's in store for those willing to fly in the wake of the pandemic.

7th Annual ‘Promote Your Professionalism’ campaign underway featuring 50% certification scholarships and additional training

FRAMINGHAM, MA, JUNE 15, 2020 – The Travel Institute’s 7th Annual Promote Your Professionalism, or PYP, campaign kicks off early with a June 15 start date, extending the opportunity for agents to utilize scholarship funds to bolster their skills before consumer travel demand returns. Since the program’s inception in 2014, The Travel Institute Fund has endowed $460K USD in scholarships, benefitting more than 2500 students across its flagship, 3-tier, certification programs, which have been the industry’s education gold standard for more than 55 years.

Aiming to Revive Travel Despite COVID-19 Woes, Egypt is Resuming Flights on July 1

On June 14, the Egyptian Minister of Civil Aviation Mohamed Manar announced that flights between Egypt and countries that will allow travel to and from it will resume on July 1 from all Egyptian airports. On the same day, the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities released a video ad enticing tourists to Egypt’s most popular destinations in what appears to be a concerted effort to resuscitate the sector.

Spain: Cruise ship ban extended as cruises deemed too risky - but pleasure boats allowed

SPAIN has begun easing its strict lockdown measures and many hope that Spanish holidays will soon be a possibility once more. However, in a blow for the cruise industry, the ban on cruise ships has now been extended.

This is the future of hotel design after coronavirus, according to hospitality architects

The global pandemic halted travel in the short term, but its effects are going to last into the foreseeable future — and possibly forever. Hotel designers and architects are reworking existing projects and starting new ones with a focus on social distancing and contact-free systems.

Country By Country – A Guide To Holiday Travel, Summer 2020

As we enter another week of lockdown, even with some restrictions on shopping and social interaction lifted, many Brits are dreaming of escaping it all on a summer break abroad. And while current government advice rules all out foreign travel due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, talk of air bridges, flights resuming and tourist boards offering travel incentives provide glimmers of holiday hope.

Thailand eyes "travel bubbles" for foreign visitors: report

Thailand is planning to re-open to foreign visitors by forming “travel bubbles” with countries and regions that have managed to contain Covid-19, according to a report from local newspaper Bangkok Post. The country banned entry to foreigners in late March.

'More likely months than weeks': Fauci warns UK coronavirus travel restrictions won't lift anytime soon

Dr. Anthony Fauci warned a British newspaper that vacationers across the pond shouldn't expect travel restrictions to the U.S. to lift anytime soon.

Is it safer to fly or drive during the pandemic?

People are undoubtedly moving around more as vacation season heats up and patience for sheltering at home wears thin. Many travelers are sticking closer to home with short driving trips, but air travel is on the rise.

Enchantment of the Seas Arrives in Trinidad to Disembark Crew Following 14-Day Quarantine

Royal Caribbean International's Enchantment of the Seas is on the scene in Trinidad's Port of Spain where 307 Trinidad and Tobago nationals are onboard the...

American Society of Travel Advisors Announces ASTA Global Live

Alexandria, VA, June 11, 2020 – Today, the American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA) announced that its annual Global Convention, set to take place in Washington, DC on August 25-28, 2020, is being transitioned into an online virtual experience with a robust and diverse digital program. The dates will remain the same (August 25 –28) and the event has been renamed ASTA Global Live (AGL).

Perillo’s Learning Journeys and Groups Introduces New 2020/2021 North America Portfolio

WOODCLIFF LAKE, NJ (June 11, 2020) – With a new collection of North America programs, Perillo’s Learning Journeys and Groupsoffers families and small groups the opportunity to travel confidently, while discovering destinations and experiences located in their own backyards. From National Parks and Alaska’s fjords, to California’s wine country, the six new domestic offerings are purposely designed for multigenerational families, as well as small groups of like-minded travelers and can be customized to accommodate group preferences and travel style. Each itinerary includes a private driver, or guests can choose the private jet option for a more elevated and luxurious experience. Available starting in summer 2020, the portfolio of United States journeys includes:

Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this wall

On June 12, 1987, US President Ronald Reagan stood in front of cameras poised at the Berlin Wall. It was clear that the arms race with the Soviet Union was nearly over, that the United States had driven the Soviets to the brink of collapse. Soviet leader Gorbachev had met with Reagan at a number of summits to discuss the future of relations between the two nations. The future was clear, and Reagan seized a dramatic moment to make the following speech: General Secretary Gorbachev, if you seek peace, if you seek prosperity for the Soviet Union and Eastern Europe, if you seek liberalization: Come here to this gate! Mr. Gorbachev, open this gate! Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this wall! The Soviet Union allowed the Berlin Wall to be torn down in 1989. Less than two years later, the Soviet Union had collapsed.

CNT Outlines Recovery Plan for Morocco’s Tourism Industry

The official asserted that the tourism sector now relies on the domestic market, pending global tourism recovery and the reopening of borders.

Eight experts discuss the trends shaping luxury travel of tomorrow

From group yachting and long-let villas, to multi-gen safaris and island castaways, new luxury travel trends are emerging from the global shutdown

Switzerland Implements New Cleaning Standards Ahead of June 15 Border Opening

Switzerland has implemented new cleanliness and safety precautions ahead of reopening its borders to European tourists next week. The Swiss Tourism Council launched its new “Clean & Safe” campaign, which offers travelers peace of mind about cleanliness standards at hotels, restaurants, and businesses around the country.

How Egypt is gearing up for the return of tourism

Hotels have ramped up hygiene, archaeological sites have been sanitised and beaches cleaned up — Egypt is gearing up to welcome back tourists kept away by the coronavirus pandemic.

Top airlines take UK government to court over 'devastating' quarantine

London (CNN Business)British Airways, EasyJet and Ryanair have launched a legal challenge to coronavirus quarantine measures imposed by the UK government, saying the "flawed" guidelines will crush the economy.

Airline refunds: SC proposes 2-year credit shell for customers for flights booked during lockdown

The Supreme Court today proposed that airlines provide a credit shell with a two-year validity against flight bookings that were cancelled during the lockdown.Get latest Aviation online at cnbctv18.com

In hotels and beyond, UV light robots and lamps could help protect against coronavirus

Businesses, including some hotels, are turning to ultraviolet (UV) light used in hospitals in hopes of killing germs, including the coronavirus.

What Is The Future Of Travel? Watch Three Top Hotel CEOs Discuss What’s Next For The Tourism Industry

The travel industry accounts for ten of the global economy, but for the past many months, tourists have been afraid to travel. As countries and states open up, summer hits, and people that have been quarantined for months are itching to get out, travel seems to be more necessary than ever before.

How much coronavirus risk is there in common travel activities? We asked an expert

Travel in the middle of a global pandemic presents challenges, with each activity carrying its own level of risk for coronavirus. Joseph Khabbaza, a pulmonary and critical care physician at the Cleveland Clinic, said some of the biggest questions he's getting relate to travel activities.

When Will the Mediterranean Open Up to Cruises?

These countries cite a variety of reasons they are not accepting cruise ships in the near future the obvious one being there are no cruise ships to

A unique opportunity to reset the relationship with the cruise lines

Even at the best of times, the cruise lines are controversial Caribbean partners, sharply dividing opinion between happy travellers, citizens, hoteliers, environmentalists, academics, and governments. Now, having been absent from the region since early March when the US Centre for Disease Control and Prevention issued its first ‘no sail’ order, many questions surround how and when they should return.

Jamaica Reopens for Tourism Next Week — What to Know (Video)

Jamaica will reopen its borders for international travel on June 15, requiring arriving passengers to undergo a temperature check and introducing protocols for tourism industries.

Jacques-Yves Cousteau's Birthday

Born on June 11, 1910, in Saint-André-de-Cubzac, Gironde, Cousteau was a French naval officer who became one of the world's greatest explorers, ecologists, filmmakers and scientists. His passion was the oceans of the world and the sea life in them, and he co-developed the modern SCUBA tank and regulator, making underwater exploration accessible to scientists and the masses alike. He died on June 25, 1997.

13 Best Travel Podcasts to Listen to Right Now

From inspiring stories to helpful tips and advice, these 13 travel podcasts will transport you away from your current reality to a world of exploration and adventure.

54% people still want to go on vacation in 2020; South Africa tops post-Covid holiday list

South Africa has been nominated the most sought-after destination through Tourlane's recent survey, which analysed aspirations of travel communities across the globe as travel restrictions steadily begin to ease off.

Hudson Rolls Out PPE Vending Machines At Airports Across The Continent

Hudson Announces Rollout of PPE Vending Machines in 27 Airports Across North America Vending Machines Will Feature Proprietary Health and Safety Products as Part of Hudson’s “Traveler’s Best” Brand Line

Coronavirus slows Dubai airport, world’s busiest for global travel

Perhaps nowhere is the world’s lack of flights due to the coronavirus pandemic more clearly felt than at Dubai International Airport, for years the world’s busiest for international travel.

Spain invites regions to reopen to foreign tourists before July 1

The Spanish health minister says that regional authorities are welcome to launch pilot schemes to reactivate the tourism industry, which has been devastated by the coronavirus crisis

8 Things Cruise Ships Are Doing Now During the Suspension

Find out what cruise ships are doing right now during the suspension of cruise operations. Including things to reduce costs and repatriating crew members.

Cruise Lines Set for Thursday CDC Meeting

Will the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) lift its no-sail order on the cruise industry that extends through July 24? The cruise lines are poised for a Thursday meeting with officials from the CDC, according to multiple sources familiar with the matter.

Could Airline Fees Be Permanently Eliminated Post-COVID-19?

As summer travel kicks off, airlines are once again extending change fee waivers for new bookings as they try to attract back nervous fliers. In fact, most carriers have made it free to change flights since the coronavirus outbreak began. So it's not far-fetched for consumers to wonder: Why can’t airlines nix these fees—which can run as high as $200—for good?

7 steps to navigating the COVID-19 era

This year, summer may not mean the same things as it has in years past, but it will define the hospitality industry for years to come and allow it to bounce back better than ever.

Pet-Friendly Hotels You May Not Have Heard Of

Only one thing makes heading out on a road trip better--bringing your beloved pet along! Of course, you’ll need a pet-friendly place to stay along the way. You could just book your same-old, tried-and-true places . . . or, you could make it a true adventure and try something new! Hotels are increasingly welcoming pet guests these days, and there are lots of options to choose from--some of which you may never have heard of!

Japan plans to let in 250 foreigners daily under eased travel curbs

Japan plans to ease its coronavirus travel restrictions by letting in up to around 250 foreign travelers per day from Australia, New Zealand, Thailand and Vietnam, government sources say.

Why United Is In Good Hands With Scott Kirby

Last month, United Airlines appointed Scott Kirby as its new chief executive officer. The Chicago-based carrier’s former president takes the wheel at a vital time within the aviation industry. However, with a wealth of knowledge and experience under his belt, he will be up for a challenge.

Can I Travel Internationally This Summer? These Are the Countries Beginning to Reopen For Tourists

Curious about international travel? As the coronavirus pandemic ebbs, some countries are beginning to ease travel restrictions. But not completely: many places, for example, are only allowing domestic visitors or those from certain cherry-picked countries.

These are the airlines restarting flights to and from Germany

Air traffic across the world came to a near-standstill due to the coronavirus pandemic. But gradually and slowly, countries are opening up to tourists again, and airlines are planning to increase their flight operations.

Las Vegas reopened. People showed up.

Hotels and attractions were far busier than expected, but many visitors were not wearing face coverings or practicing social distancing.

As cruise industry prepares to sail, choppy waters are ahead

Some cruise lines are hoping to set sail later this summer but with images of coronavirus-ravaged ships still fresh in many minds, the industry could face years of choppy water ahead.

Jamaica Set to Reopen June 15

Jamaica has announced it will reopen its borders for international travelers on June 15. According to the Jamaica Tourist Board, the country is currently...

Staying In A Hotel After The Coronavirus Lockdown: Here’s What It’s Like

Remember when we used to talk about high-touch service at five-star hotels? That used to be a major selling point. Today I cringed just typing that phrase. Now the goal is contactless everything. It’s not that cleanliness is the new luxury—cleanliness should have been and generally was the expected baseline all along

9 Dreamy Hotels You Can Buy Out This Summer

As travel trends go, privacy—from a week-long family reunion at a French villa to a three-week yacht charter with college buds—has long been on the upswing. And now, as travelers return to the road and hotels, resorts, and attractions slowly reopen, the desire to avoid the crowds is only increasing. One way to guarantee total seclusion?

Bill Requiring COVID-19 Testing Prior to Air Travel Faces Uphill Battle

A Hawai‘i legislator is attempting to answer perhaps the single most important question that would allow the state to return to some sense of pre-pandemic normalcy: How can Hawai‘i reintroduce mass tourism without significantly heightening the risk of COVID-19 to its residential population?

What It Means to Be a Black Traveler

“They’re staring at us because they’ve probably never seen a Black person in real life before.” That was just one of many hard truths my parents would have to explain to my siblings and me as we navigated our way through the world as Black travelers.

Australia’s coronavirus lockdown rules and Covid-19 restrictions explained: how far can I travel, and can I have people over?

How far can you drive and what are the travel restrictions in NSW, Queensland and Victoria? How many people can you have over at your house in Tasmania, ACT, SA, WA or NT? Untangle Australia’s Covid-19 laws and guidelines with our guide

CroisiEurope strives for Bureau Veritas SAFEGUARD label

CroisiEurope is working with Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore to achieve SAFEGUARD status for effective infection control on board its 32 cruise ships.

The Hanging of Bridget Bishop

Bridget Bishop spoke her mind. She dressed in a flamboyant way, at least in the eyes of her Puritan neighbors in Salem, Massachusetts. When several young girls in the community began acting strangely and telling tales of strange apparitions and pain, Bridget was accused of witchcraft. On June 10, 1692 she was the first person hanged in the infamous Salem Witch Trials. She proclaimed her innocence to no avail. In 1956, Bridget Bishop was exonerated by the Massachusetts General Court.

Luxury hotels in Asia offering stellar deals for travelers amid coronavirus

As the world continues to ease lockdown measures, opportunities abound for the first wave of intrepid travelers who are willing -- and legally able -- to hit the road again.

Can U.S. Citizens Travel To Canada Yet?

As more places begin to open, you may be wondering if travel to Canada is permitted. The answer is somewhat complicated. Unless you are a citizen, permanent resident or have special permission, you will likely be denied entrance into Canda.

As business trickles back, hotels compete on cleanliness

Marriott, Hilton and other big hotel companies are used to competing on price or perks. Now they are competing on cleanliness. From masked clerks at the front desk to shuttered buffets, hotels are making visible changes in the wake of the pandemic.

Airline Stocks Just Posted Their Best Week On Record

President Donald Trump addressed the blowout jobs numbers in a press conference Friday, comparing the U.S. economy to a “rocket ship.” Economists had been expecting the unemployment rate to jump higher in May

Airlines Have Dropped Service to Over 75 Airports Across the U.S.

15 U.S. airlines are dropping routes to 75 cities across the country. Previously, the CARES Act required airlines to maintain a minimum service to all destinations, but companies are now applying for exemptions on a case-by-case basis. Airlines have been dropping certain destinations to offset the lower customer demand to certain destinations.

A German River Cruise Hit the Water Again — and May Provide a Sneak Peek Into Sailing in the Future

While cruising has been largely put on hold this year as COVID-19 has spread throughout the world, one German river cruise company has started to sail again, giving a potential sneak peek into what cruising may look like going forward.

Princess Opening Up More Cruises for Bookings This Week

Princess Cruises’ 2021-2022 Tahiti, South America & Antarctica cruises and cruisetours go on sale on Tuesday, June 9, 2020. Elite level guests can reserve their spot one day before the cruises open up to the general public on June 10, 2020.

Switzerland safest country in the world on COVID-19 safety assessment, says study

As per a new report, Switzerland is the safest country in the world when it comes to COVID-19. Based on 130 parameters, Switzerland topped the list with a cumulative score of 752. More on Times Travel.

At Yellowstone, Reopening Means More Campsites, Less Hotel Rooms

As Yellowstone National Park moves into its second phase of reopening, expect more campsites and fewer hotel rooms.

COVID-19 will curtail these 10 coveted travel amenities

As travel demand creeps back over the next year, there will be a lot of changes when we...

Slovakia to allow travel from 16 more countries, ease mask rules

Slovakia will allow free travel to and from 16 more European countries from June 10 and no longer require face masks to be worn outside, Prime Minister Igor Matovic said on Tuesday, as the country further eased its coronavirus lockdown.

Tourism groups join British Airways, EasyJet and Ryanair to protest UK’s 14-day quarantine

Britain began imposing a 14-day quarantine Monday on travelers coming into the country, months after other European countries imposed similar measures to control the spread of the coronavirus.

Charles Dickens Dies

Charles Dickens is easily one of the most celebrated and widely-read authors in history. Writing during the Victorian Era in England, Dickens is best known for his imaginative stories and novels usually set in and around London; these include A Tale of Two Cities, Great Expectations, Oliver Twist, and A Christmas Carol. Dying of a stroke at 58 years of age, Dickens was buried in the Poets' Corner at Westminster Abbey. Also buried there are Geoffrey Chaucer, Edmund Spenser and Alfred Tennyson. Dozens of well-known authors and poets, including William Shakespeare, are memorialized there in some way.

The best of England's 34 glorious Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty

Poets always seem to know best. And when it comes to our natural instinct to explore, to travel, and to go places we have never been before, T S Eliot knew better than anyone that, ultimately, home soil is the most important travel destination of them all.

What Travel Insurance Does Not Cover After The Pandemic

Travel insurance does not cover everything. If you didn't know that before the pandemic, you probably do now. Most policies exclude pandemics or fear of travel, which renders them all but useless to travelers on the road after the coronavirus outbreak.

United Airlines restores flights at 150 U.S., Canadian destinations in July, add nonstops

The airline said destinations will include both business and leisure favorites as rebound from the coronavirus continues.

'We felt super safe': Universal Orlando reopens; here's what it's like with coronavirus precautions

Universal Orlando became the first of Orlando's major theme parks to reopen by allowing annual pass-holders to return to its three parks Wednesday.

Summer In Europe: The 20 Safest Places For Travel And Tourism Post-Coronavirus, According To European Best Destinations

With countries around Europe reducing coronavirus restrictions, opening borders and creating new ways to ensure safe travel for visitors, summer holidays to Europe are becoming a realistic possibility for relief-seeking travelers.

After months at sea, the final cruise ship carrying passengers makes it home

The MV Artania cruise ship, the last cruise ship carrying passengers in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, saw its six-month odyssey come to an end when it arrived in Bremerhaven, Germany.

How Your Family's Cruise Vacation Will Look Like With The New "Normal"

Going on a family cruise? You should expect more medical supplies and staff, as well as other resources now made available.

American Airlines plans to resume flights to the DR starting July 7

The first and only english language online news publication in the Dominican Republic. Providing local and international news, DR guides and access to real estate and car portals. Your most up to date source for info on the Dominican Republic.

US closes Cuban hotels

The US Government has instructed Marriott to close all hotels in Cuba following President Trump’s tightening of the US trade embargo on Cuba.

Major hotel CEOs talk about the future of travel

While travel remains at historically low levels, there are signs that the industry is beginning to come back to life. The number of people passing through TSA checkpoints throughout the United States continues to increase on average, and hotel occupancy rates have crept back up from their low points.

This Interactive Map Tells You Which Countries Are Open for Travel

As we head into summer, it’s hard not to think about traveling. Not only it is the traditional season for vacations, but we’ve also been cooped up inside for months and most of us are probably itching to explore something new.

New Cruise Ship's Pool Deck Will Open Directly on the Water

As cruise lines continue to build new cruise ships with features we haven’t seen before, a new cruise line is putting a pool deck down on deck 1 that will open directly on the water.

Caribbean comeback: A guide to when travelers can return to the islands

The sunny Caribbean is readying to welcome back tourists as coronavirus restrictions and regulations give way to new health and safety protocols.

Missing vacay? These 7 travel destinations are reopening to international tourists

Now, after nearly half of 2020 is gone, foreign countries with tourist hotspots have revealed their plans to reopen borders and resume international travel.

This cutting-edge technology is likely to make cruise travel safe again

The cruise industry’s first phase of reopening is focusing on small, regional sailing, plying more rivers than oceans. But when the giant ships set sail again, with up to some 8,880 passengers and crew on board, they’ll have to be on the cutting edge of post-pandemic technology.

What's the script for cruise ship entertainment in the COVID-19 era?

Seatrade Cruise Talks webinar looks at how theatrical shows, nightclubs, casinos, waterslides and other attractions may operate on cruise ships

Airline Stocks Flew Today as Summer Flights Come Back

Shares of American Airlines Group soared on Thursday after the airline announced plans to rebuild its summer flight schedule—a sign that demand is slowly recovering after collapsing more than 90% in the past few months.

U.S. to revise Chinese passenger airline ban after Beijing move

The U.S. Transportation Department plans to issue a revised order in the coming days that is likely to allow some Chinese passenger airline flights to continue, government and airline officials said.

Touchless Elevators And No Buffets: How The Coronavirus May Change Hotels

Massachusetts hotels could reopen to the general public as soon as Monday, if the state keeps making progress on its coronavirus recovery plan. But things will be different when bookings resume.

Egypt's hotels win over domestic tourists with on-site clinics

Hotels in Egypt have implemented government safety regulations which include having an on-site clinic with resident doctor, regular temperature checks of guests and a quarantine area, as they try to attract domestic tourists, hotel officials said.

10 Mistakes to Avoid When Traveling With Kids, According to Samantha Brown

Traveling with children can make for some of the most rewarding trips. I once sat next to a woman on an airplane who told me that she was so worried about having children because she thought it would impede her ability to travel. A few years later, she said, she brought her two-year-old to Portugal for the first time.

Travel Should Be a Force for Good

As the travel industry begins its recovery, AFAR’s editor in chief calls for it to come back better than it was before.

South Africa Will Remain Closed to Tourists Until February 2021 (Video)

South Africa announced it will not reopen for international tourism until February 2021. Domestic tourists will be able to move around the country in December.

When it comes to travel, where do we go from here?

The travel industry is taking a catastrophic hit. According to a recent analysis by the US Travel Association, COVID-19 has already resulted in a loss of 8 million travel-related American jobs. Additionally, total spending loss on travel in the United States, which includes transportation, lodging, retail, attractions, and restaurants, is expected to top a half a trillion dollars by year end.

Elvis appears on Milton Berle’s Show

On June 5, 1956 Elvis Presley appeared on the Milton Berle Show. The entertainer performed the song “Hound Dog”, singing without his guitar. During the performance, Presley used hip and leg movements that were later to become his trademark, but which in 1956 were new to a mass audience. The performance created a controversy as news commentators called it “vulgar and obscene.” Caught off-guard, Presley explained that he moved the way the music made him feel. Television was outraged – until it became apparent that viewership increased dramatically as a result of each Elvis appearance. Ed Sullivan booked the young performer for an unprecedented $50,000 for three appearances.

Las Vegas casinos reopening, bringing hope for economic recovery

Well before Thursday’s reopenings, casino companies had to adjust reopening plans to keep up with visitor demand. On May 29, Caesars Entertainment Corp. announced it would reopen Harrah’s Las Vegas on Friday, following Flamingo and Caesars Palace’s reopening on Thursday.

Barcelona locals reclaim city from tourists during coronavirus pandemic. But what's next?

For the first time in decades, locals won’t feel outnumbered by the throngs of foreign visitors that flood Spain’s top tourist destination each summer.

CDC debuts color-coded system for identifying cruise ships with recent COVID-19 cases

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has debuted a color-coded system for identifying cruise ships based on their recent history of COVID-19 infection. The system, which is currently outlined on the CDC’s website, will be utilized to grade cruise ships under U.S. jurisdiction

Supporting the cruise industry bounce back

The Cruise Lines International Association’s (CLIA) recent announcement that it is developing a new health framework to uphold the safety of guests and prepare for future operations in the wake of the Covid-19 crisis is welcome news.

American Airlines and other carriers are adding summer flights as passengers slowly return

American Airlines says it plans to fly 55% of its domestic schedule in July, up dramatically from May when it flew 20% of its schedule from a year earlier.

China Loosens Flight Restrictions, But U.S. Airline Ban Could Still Proceed During Coronavirus

China will allow more international passenger flights but the slight policy loosening provides far less access than what U.S. airlines want. That friction culminated with the U.S. proposing to ban Chinese passenger airlines under a notice formally sent to China Wednesday evening local time. China the next morning announced the loosened restrictions.

London's 10 Best Affordable Hotels, According to Hotels.com

Strolling the centuries-old streets of London, passing iconic landmarks like Buckingham Palace and Tower Bridge, you’ll feel as if you’re a character in a Charles Dickens novel or Richard Curtis rom-com.

Outdoor Swiss hotel ‘rooms’ give new meaning to light and airy

WALENSTADT, Switzerland – Two Swiss conceptual artists are offering seven open air “hotel rooms” this summer across a “performance space” encompassing eastern Switzerland and Liechtenstein.

Where Are We Going? Travel Experts Reveal Their Thoughts On The Future Of Travel

Despite most of us still being ‘grounded’, with no travel plans ahead, there suddenly seems to be a faint whisper of change in the air. Emails are arriving daily in my inbox, revealing opening dates of hotels.

Has the UK just canceled summer by imposing a 14-day quarantine?

Europe is readying for its first socially distanced foreign visitors amid hopes that peak tourist season can be salvaged. But for the UK, new rules quarantining arrivals for 14 days could still see summer cancelled and the tourism industry at risk

How Air Travel Is Starting to Rebound Around the Globe

As cities around the world reopen after the coronavirus, the number of planes and available passenger seats in the sky are gradually rebounding from record low levels during the peak of the pandemic. The latest, albeit small, uptick in passenger confidence is due in part to the extraordinary efforts that airlines and airports worldwide are taking to re-instill consumer confidence in air travel.

Europe braces for summer tourism revival, borders reopen

As the summer season approaches, European tourist hotspots have, one after another, eased travel restrictions in a bid to revive a tourism industry battered by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Congress Passes the 19th Amendment

On this day in 1919, the United States Senate passed the 19th Amendment to the Constitution, prohibiting government from denying any citizen the right to vote because of that citizen's sex and thus granting suffrage to women - the right to vote.

No Quarantine Required In Portugal For Summer 2020 Holidays

British visitors to Portugal are currently subject to a mandatory fourteen day self-Covid-19 quarantine on their return to the UK. However, as the UK is a key tourism market for Portugal, Portuguese and British officials are in ongoing talks to try to agree on an “air bridge”

How Airlines Are Using People As Piggy Banks In Covid-19 Refund Scandal

During the Covid-19 crisis, hundreds of thousands of airline passengers around the world have struggled to get cash refunds for cancelled flights. An increasing number of consumers suspect they paid for tickets for unscheduled flights.

Airlines cut fares to help boost May traffic: IATA

Airlines cut domestic fares by an average 23% last month as traffic picked up from April lows, global airline body IATA said on Wednesday - warning that post-coronavirus discounting posed a further threat to profitability. Domestic passenger traffic rose 30% globally in May from a very low base in April

American Cruise Lines will sail in June. When will other cruise lines return?

Is America ready to sail again? Not yet known, but American Cruise Lines is. The U.S.-based line is planning to sail June 20, more than a month before the expiration of the “no-sail order” issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Royal Caribbean, P&O cancel cruises into October because of coronavirus; Norwegian updates health policies

British cruise line P&O Cruises, a Carnival subsidiary, is canceling all its sailings until Oct. 15 because of the coronavirus pandemic – after a move by Canada to ban cruises and ferries carrying more than 100 people with overnight capacity in its waters through Oct. 31.

Hotel CEOs Say Protests Are Our 'Call to Action' to Do More to Promote Racial Justice

The CEOs of large U.S. hotel companies expressed support Tuesday for peaceful protests in response to ongoing examples of racial injustice across America.

AG Hotel Group Plans Q3 Opening of New Five-Star Hotel, Il Tornabuoni, in Florence, Italy

AG Group proudly announces the unveiling of IL Tornabuoni, the group's first five star luxury hotel, due to open in Q3 2020 in Florence, Italy. With the addition of this new property in the Italian Renaissance city, AG Group's AG Hotels collection will expand to offer guests a 5-star luxury hotel in Florence and ten 4-star boutique hotels in Rome.

Maldives brings forward reopening date to July

The Maldives is reopening to visitors, but while anyone with a super yacht or private jet can already head to the Indian Ocean destination, normal travelers will have to wait a few more weeks.

Want to explore a real haunted house? Best virtual reality tours to try at home

Travelling is still off the table, but you can have some memorable experiences at these places without ever leaving your home.

Is travel safe? We interviewed experts on risks associated with flying, booking hotels or Airbnbs, renting cars, and more, plus ideas on safe vacations during COVID-19

As states lift restrictions around the novel coronavirus, many of us are eagerly wondering: is it safe to travel right now? The answer depends on many variables, namely, how you plan to do so, where you want to go, the rates of infection in your chosen destination, and your anticipated behavior once you arrive.

We went backpacking with suitcases in Italy and it was a mess

Like many people, I developed an obsession with Italy relatively early in life. Unlike many people, mine was probably inspired by a cartoon dream sequence in which Yogi Bear and his girlfriend Cindy sailed through Venice on a gondola.

Germany Moves to Reactivate European Travel as Virus Ebbs

German Chancellor Angela Merkel’s government took a further step to reactivate European travel as the spread of the coronavirus dwindles. Merkel’s cabinet approved plans Wednesday that pave the way for a broad travel warning to be replaced from June 15 with recommendations for individual nations in the 27-member European Union, countries in the passport-free Schengen area and the U.K.

The Shooting of Andy Warhol

Valerie Jean Solanas was an unusual woman and artist. Her work was so radically feminist and pornographic that even Andy Warhol refused to publish it. The two collaborated on other ventures, but Solanas, perhaps suffering from paranoid schizophrenia, grew increasingly agitated and angry with Warhol. On the morning of June 3, 1968, she waited outside of Warhol’s studio. When he arrived with two others, she pulled a pistol and began firing. Warhol survived, but never fully recovered. He refused to testify against Solanas, who received a three year sentence for attempted murder.

Instead of traveling to Europe, visit these 7 destinations in the US — Napa Valley over Italy, Vail in place of Switzerland, and more

Most summers see a surge in cross-continental travel as Americans flock to European cities like Paris, Venice, and London. Last year, 6.7 million Americans traveled to Europe during the months of June, July, and August, according to US Commerce Department data.

Can Singapore Replace Hong Kong As Asia’s Top Luxury Destination?

Following Beijing’s newly proposed national security law, the Guardian dramatically announced that this would be “the end of Hong Kong.” It might seem like an overreaction, but reality shows that Hong Kong has been sinking into chaos since March of 2019

Cruise ships implementing new technologies to combat COVID-19

Cruise ships are due for a high-tech upgrade. Like many other industries, cruise companies are making long-term plans to keep customers safe from the coronavirus pandemic (and other possible outbreaks). Due to the nature of cruise ships, however, special technology may need to be implemented to keep the boats safe.

How Will Cruise Lines Serve Food in the COVID-19 Era?

We are in the middle of a paradigm shift, a true disruption in most aspects of our social lives; from meeting friends, going out, exercising, working to travelling. Covid-19 has brought many a lot of grief, but on the positive side, it is also working as a catalysator and an engine for creativity, innovation, and progress.

South African Airways To Get Another $1.2 Billion From Government

The fight continues to save struggling national carrier South African Airways. In May, the team of administrators overseeing the airline’s finances was given 25 days to come up with a plan to save the business. Today, a draft proposal has been announced, which includes a 21 billion rand

Coronavirus: Canadian airline launches 'Covid class'

They are used to fly around big-name music stars and sports teams, but Air Canada is utilising its fleet of private charter Airbus A319 for select flights which have been dubbed "Covid class." The "Jetz" aircraft have been used by the likes of the Spice Girls, the Rolling Stones and U2 in the past.

Hotels adapting for new normal

The hotel experience has changed for the foreseeable future. At Oasis Hotel & Convention Center, guests and employees can’t enter the property until passing a temperature check and answering a list of health-related questions outlined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

The Impact COVID-19 has had on Hotel Developments Across the Globe

The rapid spread and the increasing transmission rate of COVID-19 has demonstrated how interconnected and globalised our world is. This pandemic has caused unprecedented health and economic consequences around the globe.

A Honeymoon for Every Type of Traveler

With the hustle and bustle of wedding-planning taking center stage during your engagement, it’s easy to understand how the honeymoon can fall by the wayside. And with the rise of the mini-moon—that short trip immediately after the wedding, usually to a nearby or inexpensive destination—to supplement a grander honeymoon down the road, planning for a honeymoon feels less urgent than ever before.

Competitors working together as Yellowstone preps to reopen

The Montana entrances to Yellowstone are still closed, but that hasn’t stopped several Big Sky tour companies from teaming up to be ready when those gates do open. The five tour companies — Big Sky Adventures & Tours, Discover Yellowstone Tours, Yellowstone Scenic Tours, Yellowstone Tour Guide and Yellowstone Touring Company

Travel Medical Insurance Explained

No one wants to get sick while on vacation, and it can be one of the most uncontrollable aspects of traveling. Often, travelers assume that their health insurance will cover all costs of medical expenses in and outside the U.S. But not every health insurance plan covers every country and situation.

Thailand Plans ‘Travel Bubbles’ When It’s Ready to Open Borders

Thailand plans to create so-called “travel bubbles” through bilateral agreements designed to keep the novel coronavirus in check when the country’s borders are reopened.

Queen Elizabeth II Crowned

On this day in 1953, the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II was held, having been delayed almost a year since her ascension to Queen to properly mourn her father, King George VI. She was 26 years old. Her coronation ceremony was the first to be broadcast on television, at Elizabeth's insistence (her prime minister, Winston Churchill, thought it a bad idea). Elizabeth remains Queen to this day, now 90 years old. She is the longest-lived British monarch and the second-longest reigning monarch, behind Queen Victoria.

Advanced Bookings for Katarina Line's Cycle & Cruise Programs On the Rise as Travelers Seek Exercise and 'The Great Outdoors’ After Lockdowns

Award-winning small ship cruise specialist and DMC Katarina Line is reporting rising interest in its popular Cycle & Cruise programs as Croatia prepares to reopen its borders to international travel. The tours, departing from Split and Opatija, explore Croatia’s spectacular coastline, medieval towns, natural attractions, and picturesque small villages and bays. Other highlights include tours of vineyards, pine woods and natural attractions, such as Mljet National Park, Croatia’s oldest Mediterranean marine protected area.

How the Travel Insurance Industry Is Reacting to COVID-19

In response to travelers worldwide being impacted by COVID-19, travel insurance providers are already making policy changes to address new concerns and the future of travel. Travel insurance comparison site, Squaremouth.com, spoke with ten leading travel insurance providers to reveal four ways travel insurance is evolving because of COVID-19.

Rising Stars In Travel: These 7 Countries Have Potential To Become Major Tourist Destinations In A Post-Covid World

As the global tourism industry struggles in the midst of this unprecedented downturn, many nations around the world are preparing for a boom in international visitors once travel is more feasible - for some countries, this could be their first opportunity to establish themselves as a prominent regional force for tourism.

Insider: JetBlue CEO Discusses COVID-19's Impact on Airlines

Airlines are starting to see a slight rise in bookings, but air travel remains down about 90%, prompting speculation about which carriers might go under. JetBlue Airways CEO Robin Hayes admits he doesn’t know how quickly air travel will recover from the coronavirus outbreak, and no matter what, his will be a smaller airline.

South African Airways Seeking $1.2 Billion in State Bailout

The administrators running South Africa’s embattled national airline proposed the government provide a 21 billion rand ($1.2 billion) bailout to help repay debt and resume operations after the lifting of Covid-19 travel bans.

Virus-Hit Cruise Liner Leaves Japan After a Month's Quarantine

The Costa Atlantica cruise ship, which docked in southern Japan with over 100 crew members testing positive for COVID-19, has left the country and is en route to the Philippines, local government officials said on Monday.

The first river cruise has returned to Europe's waterways - is this the start of the cruise recovery?

As the distinctive red-and-white riverboat NickoVision sets sail today, it is not only carrying 110 excited passengers but also the hopes of the entire cruise industry.

Disney CEO Assures Guests That Disney World Will Reopen "Responsibly"

Disney‘s decision to reopen Florida’s Disney World theme park in the summer surely rejuvenated the hopes of fans across the globe as they await a trickle of good news amidst troubled times. To underscore the company’s responsibility, CEO Bob Chapek has spoken with several media outlets

Universal Orlando to Reopen Select Hotels This Week

​​The hotels set to reopen on June 2 include Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando, Loews Royal Pacific Resort, Loews Sapphire Falls Resort, Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort, Universal’s Aventura Hotel and Universal’s Endless Summer Resort – Surfside Inn and Suites.

Top 10 most Instagrammed hotel bedrooms across the world

Our holidays may be on hold at the moment, but this hasn’t stopped us lusting after beautiful locations and stunning hotel suites across the globe.

Don't leave millions of vacation days on the table

For workers lucky enough to receive paid time off, that phrase is shorthand for corporate policies that don't allow employees to carry unused PTO days into the next year. During the coronavirus pandemic, it also carries a mental health warning.

Notre Dame forecourt opens to public for first time since devastating fire

Notre Dame Cathedral's forecourt is being opened up to the public for the first time since the devastating fire of April 15 last year.

'So thankful to be back': Italy, first to lockdown in Europe, is slowly reopening, welcoming back tourists

Starting Wednesday, Italy will allow travelers from the 25 other members of the Schengen Area in Europe to come to Italy with no restrictions.

CNN Launches

On this day in 1980, the Cable News Network, CNN, launched at 5:00 PM EST. The channel's innovations, especially its 24-hour continuous news broadcast, would set a precedent for news in the decades to come. CNN's comprehensive coverage of the Persian Gulf War was instrumental in catapulting it to the forefront of American news outlets.

In A COVID-19 World, Here’s Why You Should Use A Travel Agent

That story led a number of travel advisors to contact me, sharing their tales. With pictures of stranded travelers sleeping in airports still fresh in my mind, and thousands of others unable to get ahold of their airlines, I thought now would be a good time to remind you why it pays to use a travel advisor.

Cruise ship capacity could be cut by more than a third

Passengers should expect a lot more space on board when cruising resumes if ships follow the advice of one line and chop more than a third of capacity.

This Luxury Cruise Line Is Giving Away Free European Vacations To Essential Workers

Uniworld Boutique River Cruises is that latest company to step up to the plate and will be giving away 7-night European river cruises for essential workers to enjoy in 2021 or 2022.

How do you know if your hotel room is really clean amid coronavirus?

It's almost impossible to find a hotel that hasn't introduced a new sanitation program, promising its rooms are squeaky clean and will be coronavirus-free. How do you know if your hotel room is really clean?

U.S. Hotel Performance - Unsurprisingly - Hits New Lows in April

The adage "March winds and April showers bring forth May flowers" appropriately captures current U.S. hotel performance, which satisfied the features of the first two months and can only hope May turns up rosier.

American Airlines CEO: ‘We are definitely seeing more demand’

Doug Parker, the airline’s CEO, said that flights were 56 percent full over Memorial Day weekend during the Bernstein Strategic Decisions conference.

Will coronavirus make flying more expensive?

Covid-19 has caused unprecedented turmoil in the aviation industry. What does that mean for pricing when planes take to the skies again?

Mexican Caribbean first destination in Americas to get Safe Travels stamp

As Cancún and the Mexican Caribbean prepare to reopen for tourists, the World Travel and Tourism Council has given the destination its new safety stamp.

Caribbean Islands Will Begin Reopening to Americans in June

protocols will outline safety standards for airports, taxis, and hotels. Most property managers are retraining staff on disinfection and distancing as they face new realities on the islands. The Caribbean islands reopening are moving cautiously, in order to rekindle tourism while keeping both residents and visitors safe.

Here is why tourism matters, and why you need to support its resurgence

It is a strange time to be writing about the importance of travel and tourism. We haven’t been seeing a whole lot of it these days since the spread of COVID-19 began, and neither has the rest of the world. At the same time, after two months of limited activity and staying home, we are seeing our community and many communities around the country begin to open back up.

The Sinking of the Empress of Ireland

The Empress of Ireland had a new captain, and it was his first voyage on the Saint Lawrence River in command of the ship carrying 1,477 passengers and crew. THe Empress departed Quebec City the afternoon of May 28 on its way for the transatlantic trip to Liverpool. At 2:00 am on May 29th, a heavy fog had settled over the water. Suddenly

UNIVERSAL PARKS & RESORTS ANNOUNCES PHASED REOPENING OF UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT BEGINNING JUNE 5th

Universal Parks & Resorts today announced plans to begin a phased reopening of Universal Orlando Resort beginning June 5th. The reopening will be carefully managed and include a wide range of new and enhanced best-practice health, safety and hygiene procedures based on guidelines from the CDC and health officials.

Travel restrictions: Greece bans British tourists in first phase of international travel

The Greek Tourism Ministry has announced that, as of June 15, people from 29 countries will be allowed to enter Greece on direct flights to Athens and to the northern city of Thessaloniki.

Egypt's Ministry of Tourism & Antiquities organizes a virtual tour for Tutankhamun’ s hall

Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities and Virtual Mid East organised a virtual tour for Tutankhamun’ s hall at the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir on May 28. The tour explored the treasured collection of the young king. On the 4th of November 1922, British archaeologist Howard Carter made the most spectacular discovery in the history of archaeology: the tomb of the young king Tutankhamun.

No screaming, please: Japan amusement parks issue new Covid-19 guidelines

As attractions begin to reopen in Japan, a group of major theme park operators has introduced a set of guidelines on how to ensure the safety of both guests and staff in the face of Covid-19. But there's one recommendation visitors might struggle with: No screaming.

Can Puerto Rico Redefine Tropical Travel Post-COVID-19?

Puerto Rico has a unique opportunity to step up and redefine tropical travel and tourism after the COVID-19 pandemic, if it seizes the chance.

Travel To New Zealand To Start From July 1? Here's What You Need To Know

Jacinda Ardern said a blueprint on the trans-Tasman travel bubble is expected to be ready in early June.

Dreaming of Travel Helps Me Face an Uncertain Future

There’s a pandemic, we can’t travel, and I’ve been self-isolating in Brooklyn for nearly 10 weeks. Naturally, I’ve begun writing a travel novel. The plot thus far: A mother and son return to countries they’ve seen together on holiday—Italy, Portugal, France, the Emirates, Japan

The 30 Most Anticipated Luxury Hotel Openings For 2021

From a spectacular island beach resort on a private bay in Greece, a historic ski property in the Alps, or a modern sculptured art hotel in Scotland, I have curated a list of highly anticipated hotel openings for 2021 around the world. Many of these properties have continued construction despite COVID-19 as long- range investments

What Luxury Hotel Stays Will Be Like After Coronavirus, From Check-in to Check-out

Sprawling luxury hotels, like The Brando, The Resort at Paws Up, Montage Palmetto Bluff, Little Palm Island, and The Ocean Club, a Four Seasons Resort, are starting to reopen to guests. Here's how they are keeping visitors safe, from the check-in process and housekeeping to room service, restaurants, and more.

Cruise stocks soar 10% as reopening optimism lifts virus-slammed industries

Royal Caribbean, Carnival, and Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings all surged at least 10% on Wednesday as sectors hit hardest by the coronavirus and related lockdowns rally on reopening hopes. The morning gains form a fruitful streak for the struggling industry. Royal Caribbean and Norwegian Cruises both leaped nearly 15% to kick off the shortened trading week, while Carnival ended Tuesday's session up more than 12%.

Cruise ban leaves 'America's last frontier' even less accessible

Over a century of cruising to Alaska has allowed an incredible tourism product to develop, combining immersive on-shore attractions with scenery unlike any other. This year was meant to be a bumper cruise season. But then the corornavirus pandemic stopped everything.

American Airlines to cut nearly a third of management and administrative jobs

American Airlines will eliminate 30% of management and administrative jobs at the carrier as it moves to slash costs amid the impact of COVID-19 on the travel industry, according to an internal memo. The company is also offering voluntary buyouts through June 10 in a further bid to rein in expenses as it loses millions of dollars daily operating fewer flights.

Airlines united against hypothetical distancing mandate

Airlines are united against any federal social distancing requirements, our Brianna Gurciullo reports. The latest effort came Wednesday from a trade group representing ultra low-cost carriers like Frontier and Spirit

‘Things have to change’: tourism businesses look to a greener future

No planes in the sky, empty hotels and deserted attractions: with the world at a standstill, tourism has been one of the industries worst-hit by the Covid-19 pandemic. International arrivals this year could be down by 80% compared with 2019, according to the World Tourism Organization, and more than 100 million jobs are under threat.

The Founding of the Sierra Club

"To explore, enjoy, and protect the wild places of the earth; To practice and promote the responsible use of the earth's ecosystems and resources; To educate and enlist humanity to protect and restore the quality of the natural and human environment; and to use all lawful means to carry out these objectives. "

How Airlines Are Generating Revenue on Flights That Will Never Take Off

U.S. leisure travelers often buy airfare months ahead of departure, betting they can score a deal with shrewd advance planning. But in these atypical times, that may not be the best strategy — provided they want to fly what they bought. That’s because many airlines have not

Sounds of silence: 'We should have been listening all along'

If you're one of the many people noticing the lilt of birdsong more profoundly these days (or perhaps even for the first time at all), you're not alone. Everywhere from the Upper West Side to Wuhan, the phenomenon of all this suddenly more audible tweeting-in-the-wild is one of the

Sweden's single-diner restaurant

The romantic picture of sitting in a lush meadow surrounded by blooming wildflowers and dining from a picnic basket might conjure up thoughts of Instagram lifestyle influencers, who tend to be mostly female. But for Linda Karlsson, her novel dining idea’s main demographic has

The corner of Minnesota that’s there by mistake

The horizon was a shifting channel of light. Cornfields grew between stands of cottonwood trees, and harvesters cruised down the double-yellow line spewing golden dust. Signs advertised gifts from Minnesota’s northland: moccasins, wild rice, dreamcatchers, canoes

U.S. Astronauts Are Going to Space From American Soil for the First Time in 9 Years — How to Watch

On Wednesday, May 27, NASA and SpaceX will together launch two American astronauts from American soil in an American rocket. That’s not been done for almost a decade, but in the years since the Space Shuttle Atlantis finished its final mission in July 2011, much has changed

COVID-19 Travel: Here’s The Latest On Mexico And Its Reopening

In terms of travel, it’s been pretty quiet south of the border lately, with Mexico still undergoing the brunt of the Coronavirus pandemic. But, despite that, we’re starting to hear rumblings from within the industry that suggests brighter days might be ahead. Here’s the latest travel news

Why Thailand isn't reopening to international tourists yet

With news that many countries in Europe are reopening to tourism in time for summer, travelers with their sights set on Asia are anxiously awaiting word on when they'll be given the green light to visit their favorite destination. As of now, those with Thailand in mind will need

Feeling wanderlust in quarantine but not ready or able to travel? Plan a virtual vacation

As flights get canceled and vacations to faraway places get put on the back burner for an unknown time when life will go back to "normal," it can seem challenging to think about traveling right now and heartbreaking to acknowledge your trip's demise. Enter the answer to

Airlines Aren’t Alone. Hotels’ Brand Valuations To Drop 20% Because Of COVID, Cratering Of Travel Demand

The world’s 50 most valuable hotel brands - like their more high-profile cousins in the global travel industry, the airlines – could see 20% of their “brand value” wiped out this year by the near-collapse of travel driven by the COVID-19 pandemic and the expected long and difficult

How the Delta-LATAM Partnership Will Benefit Travelers

Delta Air Lines scored a coup when it announced plans to link up with LATAM, South America’s largest airline network, last fall and purchased a 20 percent stake in the carrier. LATAM was formerly a member of the Oneworld alliance until May 1, and a strong partner with American

Colorado Ski Resort Ready to Welcome Guests to the Slopes for Spring Skiing

A Colorado ski resort will reopen for spring skiing this week with a reservation-based system aimed at limiting the number of people on the slopes. The Arapahoe Basin Ski Area, which sits just over 60 miles west of Denver, will reopen on May 27 after being closed due to COVID-19

Cruise ship testing reveals a lot more people had coronavirus without symptoms

It may be more common than previously thought to have coronavirus but show no symptoms. That’s according to a new study of people isolated on a cruise ship during the Covid-19 pandemic which could have an impact on the easing of lockdowns around the

Australia Extends Cruise Ship Ban Through Mid-September

Australia has extended its ban on cruise ships entering its territorial waters for three additional months. The ban -- which was originally due to end on June 17 -- has now been extended until September 17. The Australian Border Force made the announcement late last week. The ban

The Opening of the Golden Gate Bridge

The Golden Gate Bridge opened on this date in 1937. The bridge is the link between San Francisco and points north, joining U.S. Route 101 and State Route 1. On an average day more than 120,000 vehicles cross the

Airline resumes flights to Italy (but turns around when airport's shut)

We're all pretty excited about being able to travel again -- but German airline Eurowings might be more eager than most. The low-cost carrier resumed services from Düsseldorf to Sardinia, Italy, on Saturday -- but was forced to turn around at its destination because Olbia Airport is

I was trapped naked on a German fire escape

It's 10 years ago. I'm on a road trip to Germany with my then boyfriend. I'm pretty useless as a travel companion as I can't drive and I can't speak German, so my boyfriend is doing both. We cross from the border from Switzerland then stop at a small town near Stuttgart. Our first

Victory gardens: A war-time hobby that's back in fashion

It was late March when the UK lockdown was first announced. Around the same time, I ordered a seedling tray and two packets of “Cut ‘n’ Come Again” leafy greens: arugula, rucola, oriental mustard, pak choy and borecole. Nearly two months later, lockdown still hasn’t been

Jamaica Leads The Way In Profiling Post-Pandemic Travel And Travelers

Jamaica’s Minister of Tourism, Minister Edmund Bartlett, is an engaging and sought-after speaker at the heart of global discussions around travel and tourism resilience and recovery measures. He recently granted me an exclusive interview for Forbes.com about the world’s

Why First Nations communities are uninviting visitors

The idea of Covid-19 entering the remote First Nation’s community of Bella Bella terrifies Marilyn Slett, chief councillor of the Heiltsuk Tribal Council. Located on British Columbia’s (BC) central coast, the water- and air-access only community of 1,400 is a gateway to Canada’s

The Best European Wine Regions You've Never Heard Of

Nikola Tesla, prolific inventor and perhaps one of history's most famous Serbs, predicted in 1935 that "within a century, coffee, tea, and tobacco will be no longer in vogue. Alcohol, however, will still be used. It is not a stimulant but a veritable elixir of life." In Serbia, at least

Matthew Henson: the pioneering African-American Arctic adventurer

Matthew Henson, the descendant of slaves, has a plausible claim to being the first explorer to reach the North Pole. He grew up in Washington DC and Baltimore, was orphaned and left school at 12 to be a cabin boy. When he was 22, a chance encounter with naval engineer

U.S. limits travel from Brazil amid worsening coronavirus outbreak

The White House on Sunday said it was restricting travel from Brazil to the United States, two days after the South American nation became the world’s No. 2 hotspot for coronavirus cases. The travel ban was a blow to right-wing Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, who has followed

States are reopening. But many still require travelers to self-quarantine. Here's where

States are slowly beginning to open back up but that still doesn't mean travelers are free to come and go as they please in most places. USA TODAY has an update on the states that discouraged interstate travel by imposing 14-day quarantines on visitors and residents

Royal Caribbean CEO Talks August 1 Restart Date — and What Your Next Cruise Could Look Like

This week, Royal Caribbean announced it expects to resume sailing the high seas as early as August, but the company's CEO says nothing is definite. “We’re not saying we’re confident we are starting on August 1,” Royal Caribbean CEO Richard Fain said in a CNBC interview on

A Legendary Palm Beach Resort Reopens Its Doors

After an eight-week closure, one of America’s most storied and beloved resorts, The Breakers Palm Beach, is open again. The first returning guests on Memorial Day weekend were mostly in-state residents, especially from the South Florida tri-county area. With summer approaching

Hotels, motels, and resorts are never going to be the same. Here's what you can expect the next time you plan a vacation.

Hotels and resorts are in a state of crisis. As of May 20, seven out of 10 hotel rooms in the US were sitting empty and thousands of hotels are completely closed, according to the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA). Hotels have lost more than $25 billion in room revenue

American Cruise Lines could be first to resume travel post-coronavirus

While prominent cruise lines like Royal Caribbean and Carnival might not be resuming travel after the coronavirus shutdown until Aug. 1, American Cruise Lines is aiming to get back on the water by the end of June. According to Cruise Industry News, the smaller riverboat cruise line

Delta Air Lines will be the last US passenger airline to retire its MD-80 fleet in June. Take a look back at the all-American 'Mad Dog' jet.

Delta Air Lines has given an early retirement date to its McDonnell Douglas MD-80 series aircraft as the carrier seeks to swiftly move forward with a fleet renewal plan amid the coronavirus pandemic. June 2 will be the last day that the iconic T-tailed aircraft produced in

Indian Removal Act

The Twenty-First Congress of the United States of America passed the Indian Removal Act of 1830 on May 26, 1830. Under the terms of the Removal Act, the lands of the Cherokee, Choctaw, Creek, Chicasaw, and

Aer Lingus is Founded

On May 22, 1935, Aer Lingus was founded as the flag carrier of Ireland. In Gaelic, Aer Loingeas means "Air Fleet" - the term was anglicized to name the airline. Established as the national carrier owned by the government, the airline today is owned 25% by the government of Ireland and 29% by Ryan Air, with the

The best travel apps you don't already know about: Plan, eat, navigate, and find activities

Traveling takes a lot of planning, but it also takes a certain degree of spontaneity. Too much planning, and you're stripping yourself of the opportunity to stumble upon something great by chance. Too much spontaneity, and you'll find yourself missing out on interesting adventures that require you to plan ahead. The perfect collection of travel apps will help you balance both. We've curated a collection of

What U.S. States Are Open For Travel?

Most people will likely be staying closer to home for any summer travel plans. International travel isn't worth it this summer for many due to travel restrictions. However, some U.S. states are open for travel just in time for a summer road trip. But before you pack your bags, it's still worth checking the local travel restrictions. To prevent overcrowding from states with lockdowns, local mayors may

TSA Rolls Out New Screening Rules Before the Summer Travel Season

On the eve of Memorial Day weekend, the Transportation Security Administration has rolled out new guidelines for the airport security screening process. The new TSA rules are meant to decrease the chances that its officers are exposed to the coronavirus, according to the agency. “In the interest of TSA frontline workers and traveler health, TSA is committed to making prudent changes to our screening

Greece to reopen to tourists on June 15

Greece has brought forward its planned reopening to tourists to June 15 as pressure mounts on European destinations to roll back coronavirus restrictions to stave off economic collapse. Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced the new date in a national address on Wednesday, saying only tourists from countries with acceptably low rates of virus infection would be permitted

Bali Could Welcome Back Tourists by October

Bali, Indonesia’s most popular tourism destination, could be open to international visitors by October, its tourism ministry announced last week. With a population of 4.2 million, Bali reported a total of 343 COVID-19 cases and only four deaths, according to the Bali Tourism Board most recent update. Across all of Indonesia, there has been 20,162 cases of coronavirus recorded and 1,278 deaths

The Acropolis in Athens Has Reopened to Tourists

A major historical site and tourist attraction is welcoming visitors again. The coronavirus pandemic caused so-called non-essential businesses to close their doors — from bars and restaurants, to museums, to major tourist attractions. Like so many other historical sites around the world, the Acropolis in Athens has been closed since March in accordance with lockdown measures in Greece to fight

Pakistan International Airlines flight crashes in area near Pakistan airport

A Pakistan International Airlines flight with dozens of people on board crashed Friday near the southern port city of Karachi, Abdul Sattar Kokhar, a spokesman for the country’s civil aviation authority, told the Associated Press. There were no immediate reports on the number of casualties. The aircraft arriving from the eastern city of Lahore was carrying 99 passengers and eight crew members, Kokhar

These Are The Oldest Hotels Worth Visiting In North America

“When you get into a hotel room, you lock the door, and you know there is secrecy, there is a luxury, there is fantasy. There is comfort. There is reassurance.” Diane von Furstenberg famously said—and we couldn’t agree more. Between the elevated creature comforts and the sense of wonder lurking around each corner, old-world luxury is at its best beyond the doors of a classic hotel property—but

How We'll Travel This Summer

Travel this summer will be radically unlike what we've done in years past. But with temperatures rising, and national parks and theme parks slowly reopening, there's a glimmer of hope in the air. We might not be able to do that annual Europe trip or get the whole extended family together overseas, but there is still plenty to look forward to. If these past few months have taught us anything, it's

Longing to visit Las Vegas again? Caesars Entertainment says these Strip hotels will reopen first

When will tourists get to stroll the Strip in search of new slots, high-end shops and fancy food stops? Caesars Entertainment, operator of nine properties in this gambling and entertainment mecca, has not unveiled when that will happen because it's up to state and local officials controlling shutdown orders. But the company on Thursday granted a peek of what tourists can expect from the resort giant

Crystal Cruises Temporarily Suspends Ocean Sailings Into Summer

Crystal Cruises has announced further suspensions to its ocean sailings, canceling voyages aboard Crystal Serenity through its August 30, 2020 departure and Crystal Symphony's voyages through the month of July. This follows the existing suspension of Crystal's river fleet through the month of June, and sailings on Crystal Esprit through August 2, 2020. Crystal notes that passengers booked on

Virgin Voyages Cancels Cruises Through October 15

Virgin Voyages, the new adults only cruise line that was originally scheduled to debut this spring, will now sail its first cruise on October 16, 2020. Virgin Voyages has canceled all cruises through October 15, 2020. The cruise line has also rescheduled the Richard's Birthday Bash sailing for July 14th, 2021. This sailing will still be a once in a lifetime experience, while also continuing Virgin's tradition of doing

How beaches are preparing for Memorial Day during the pandemic

Memorial Day marks the symbolic start of summer with its barbecues, outdoor gatherings with friends and trips to the beach. But this weekend, with the novel coronavirus still spreading throughout the United States, most beaches have issued social distancing restrictions and capacity limits, a sort of middle ground to allow people to venture out while still trying to mitigate the virus's spread

Paradise and the pandemic: Tourist hotspots hope summer travel heats up

Tourist hotspots around the world face a daunting challenge: how to bring in much-needed visitors while keeping COVID-19 out. Why it matters: As the summer season heats up in the Northern Hemisphere, that’s a multitrillion-dollar question. Few places on Earth are more dependent on international arrivals than Aruba, where tourism accounted for 86% of GDP in 2018. Live videos showed sunny if

The Founding of the American Red Cross

On this day in 1881, Clara Barton founded the American Red Cross. A schoolteacher during the American Civil War, Barton traveled to Europe and while there saw the work of the International Red Cross during the Franco-Prussian War. Upon her return, Barton began the process of generating the necessary financial

The 25 Best Beaches in the U.S.

As summer approaches, you likely have one thing on your mind: the beach. But not all sandy stretches are created equal. Many different criteria define the perfect beach: the sand, the waves (or lack thereof), the level seclusion, the public transportation and accessible parking, the boardwalk, the activities, and even the amount of shaded trees. Some blissful stretches are found alongside an

Riz au lait: A simple French dish made from pantry staples

Almost the moment that lockdown was announced in France, chefs started posting recipes for French comfort food desserts on Instagram, hoping to spread a bit of sweetness among their fellow citizens. But while crepes, yogurt cake and madeleines all certainly emerged, the recipe to feature most frequently, from the feed of Michelin-starred Stéphanie le Quellec to those of renowned pastry

This New Jersey State Park Is the Beach Escape You Need Right Now

People in New Jersey spend a lot of time defending New Jersey. I’m not here to tell you my home state is better than the rest, or that the bagels here are superior to New York's (they are). But I am here to tell you that, hidden beyond all your preconceived notions of the Garden State, there exists a breathtakingly beautiful, largely isolated beach, an all-timer devoid of fist pumps and all things GTL

How This Vintage Designer Is Supporting Hard-Hit Navajo Nation During the Coronavirus

When Amy Yeung decided to leave her work as a design executive in Los Angeles, she knew there was only one place to go: New Mexico. The entrepreneur and designer was longing for a purposeful new life chapter and, more specifically, a connection with her Indigenous heritage in the region. So she packed up her former life, and left for a more nomadic lifestyle in Albuquerque and Navajo

JetBlue Is Blocking All Middle Seats Through Early July

Just before Memorial Day Weekend—traditionally one of the busiest weekends for airlines—JetBlue is launching new health and safety measures in the hopes of making would-be travelers feel more comfortable on its planes during the coronavirus outbreak. "Our hope is as shelter-in-place orders are lifted and states start opening up, that we do believe there’s going to be some pent up demand for some

Is international travel allowed yet? See when popular destinations are reopening their borders

Americans with a bad case of wanderlust may have to wait until later this summer to vacation abroad – and even then, the pickings will still be slim. Parts of Mexico and the Caribbean have targeted dates in early to mid-June for reopening from coronavirus restrictions, but Europe will lag, opening first to other citizens of European Union and Schengen Area countries before welcoming international visitors

Royal Caribbean cancels most sailings through July, 'difficult' to predict recovery timeline

Royal Caribbean is extending its sailing suspension through July 31, Michael Bayley, president and CEO of Royal Caribbean International, revealed on the cruise line's parent company's first-quarter earnings call Wednesday. "The only exception to the suspension will be China operations," Bayley noted. The company isn't sure what sailing will look like when ships resume their

These Are The Oldest Hotels Worth Visiting In North America

“When you get into a hotel room, you lock the door, and you know there is secrecy, there is a luxury, there is fantasy. There is comfort. There is reassurance.” Diane von Furstenberg famously said—and we couldn’t agree more. Between the elevated creature comforts and the sense of wonder lurking around each corner, old-world luxury is at its best beyond the doors of a classic hotel property—but

Is Hawaii Open For Travel?

Tourists are hoping to visit their favorite places this summer. A top destination for most lists is Hawaii. But is Hawaii open for tourists this summer? Medium-risk businesses will reopen by June 2020 across the various islands. These businesses often require close contact with customers, such as gyms and dine-in restaurants. Each county mayor can decide when these businesses can open. The local

Entire Hamptons hotel can be rented for $1M for coronavirus-safe summer

All that’s missing are the bell hops! A luxury hotel in the Hamptons is renting the entire place to one lucky person for the summer for $1 million during the coronavirus crisis — complete with a chef and housekeeping staff for an extra $100,000, according to a report. Hedges Inn, a historic bed and breakfast in East Hampton, will allow a tenant to live full-time in the building from June 1 to Labor Day

Royal Caribbean, Celebrity, Azamara and Silversea Extend Cruise Suspensions Into Summer

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd., the parent company of Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, Azamara and Silversea Cruises, has extended its sailing suspsensions into the summer, with Royal Caribbean, Celebrity and Azamara canceling voyages through July 31, 2020. The extension does not include Royal Caribbean's sailings from China, which will be suspended through June. Suspension dates

Cancun and Riviera Maya Plan to Reopen to Tourists Next Month — What to Know

The popular tourist destinations of Cancun and Riviera Maya plan to reopen for international travel by the beginning of June, according to reports. Not long ago, Los Cabos, on the other side of the country, also announced a phased reopening plan to welcome visitors back to its beaches. The proposal to reopen the Quintana Roo state, which includes Cancun, Tulum, Playa del Carmen, and more

The First Council of Nicaea

Roman Emperor Constantine wanted to unify the Roman empire. His plan depended in part on unifying the emerging Christian religion. He convened a council of nearly 1800 Christian bishops in Nicaea to solidify Christian doctrine. The outcome, expressed in the Nicene Creed, formed the basis of orthodoxy for

Montauk Hotels Welcoming Visitors for Memorial Day Weekend — How They're Taking Precautions

Much of New York may still be on lockdown, but several spots in the Hamptons are reopening in time for Memorial Day Weekend, aiming to offer some socially distanced fun to start the summer season. Gurney’s Montauk Resort & Seawater Spa opened on May 15 and Gurney’s Star Island Resort & Marina will open on May 22. The hotels will feature hand sanitizing stations as well as a

How Travel Bubbles Could Define Where We Go in 2020

Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Croatia. Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. Greece, Cyprus, and Israel. Soon, travelers in each of these trios may be able to travel freely within their partner countries—salvaging some part of the summer travel season for Europe and the Mediterranean's less-affected countries. The partnerships, called "travel bubbles" and "corona corridors" by some, are popping up

What to Know About the 24-Hour Flight Cancellation Rule

In the age of COVID-19, knowing the ins and outs of getting a refund for an airline ticket has never felt more important. Passengers who are navigating an ever-changing web of travel restrictions and personal risk factors need flexible change and cancellation policies. But even before airlines started waiving fees and issuing refunds during the coronavirus crisis, there was the 24-hour flight cancellation

Airlines Call For Uniform Rules As Air Travel Recovers, But Will Governments Agree?

IATA has asked that the difficult challenge of restoring air service, following the greatest disruption in the history of aviation, not be made more difficult by a series of disparate rules and unilateral decision making. They hope to avoid a repeat of the post-9/11 years, with different rules put in place to manage security that, two decades later, are still not harmonized around the globe. However, things

Hotels, Travel: How Privacy Will Be The New Luxury This Summer

“Travel and tell no one, live a true love story and tell no one, live happily and tell no one, people ruin beautiful things.” The quote by Kahlil Gibran, posted by a French friend experiencing post-lockdown euphoria on a nature outing, reminds me of just how much our lockdown existence will change us, and have us craving more seclusion … Natural or luxury sanctuaries. Cozy, safe cocooned travel

Trump administration extends border closures to Canada, Mexico until June 22

Travelers looking to make a trip to Canada or Mexico will have to wait another 30 days as the Department of Homeland Security extended border closures to curb COVID-19 infections. Chad Wolf, the acting Secretary of Homeland Security, announced Tuesday that the U.S.-Canada and U.S.-Mexico land border closure has been extended until June 22. "The President has made it clear that we must

'Hygiene is the new luxury': How cruise ship design could evolve to ward against outbreaks

The world is acutely aware of the risks of boarding a cruise ship after coronavirus ran rampant on ships for the first few months of 2020, infecting hundreds and forcing passengers into quarantine – sometimes for weeks at a time, both while on board and after disembarkation. With the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's no-sail order set to expire in late July, cruise lines are

International travel may not return to normal until 2023, experts say

The international travel industry likely won’t return to normal for at least three years as it tries to bounce back from the coronavirus pandemic, a major travel association says. The slower-than-expected reopening of world economies coupled with continued travel restrictions and COVID-19 fears among travelers could ground most of the world’s passenger jets until 2023, the International Air

Japan's forgotten indigenous people

“This is our bear hut,” the short, vivacious woman shouted through a hand-held loudspeaker, her smile creasing her forehead with deep wrinkles. A blue hat was perched on her head and her short tunic, embroidered with pink geometric designs, was tied sharply at the waist. She pointed at a wooden structure made of round logs, raised high above the ground on stilts. “We caught the bears as cubs

They tried to save seabirds from giant mice on a remote island, but Covid-19 left them stranded

A team of conservationists who were trying to save endangered seabirds from giant mice on one of the world's most remote islands have been rescued by the UK military after becoming stranded due to the coronavirus pandemic. A group of 12 researchers from the UK arrived on Gough Island, which is located midway between South America and South Africa, at the end of February to begin a

Windstar Cruises Pauses Operations Until September

Windstar Cruises has announced it will extend its operational suspensions until September, with the majority of its fleet returning on a staggered basis -- though a few vessels won't return to service until well into 2021. Windstar will resume operations on September 3, 2020 aboard the 148-passenger Wind Spirit in Tahiti. The rest of the fleet resumes operations beginning in the fall, with Star Breeze on

‘It Feels Like We Got the City Back for Ourselves.’

For the past two months, many of the world’s most popular destinations have been shuttered to visitors, leaving monuments, museums, shops, restaurants, bars and streets almost empty. As the world reopens and residents step out, they are faced with the reality that life today is different than it was before Covid-19, and will likely remain this way for some time. One of the most significant

Lawrence of Arabia Dies

Lieutenant-Colonel Thomas Edward Lawrence, better known as "Lawrence of Arabia" died on this day in 1935 at the age of 46 from a motorcycle accident near Dorset, England. During World War I, T.E. Lawrence used his knowledge of Arab customs and an amazing array of contacts in the Arab world to

Fayoum Oasis: Egypt's best kept secret

It's difficult to imagine a desert oasis with a magical lake, cascading waterfalls, and a valley of ancient whales failing to be listed among a destination's top attractions. But in a place like Egypt, with its ancient pyramids and beautiful beaches, competition is understandably steep. Located less than two hours south west of Cairo, Fayoum Oasis is undoubtedly one of the country's hidden treasures. Made up

This Brooklyn Park Painted Circles on the Grass to Ensure Social Distancing (Video)

A New York City park took social distancing to the next level this weekend by drawing circles several feet apart for people to sit inside. The circles appeared in Domino Park in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. People stretched, lounged in the warming weekend weather, and read, each within their own individual circle on the waterfront turf lawn. They were painted in white chalk on Friday morning and measure

Florida Keys Reopening To Tourism On June 1

The travel industry is slowly starting to show signs of life and is reopening, piece by piece all around the world, including America’s beloved National Parks, which will be this summer’s hottest road trip destinations (read the latest about the Top 10 U.S. National Parks and America’s Best National Park Road Trip here). But when I saw that the Florida Keys were reopening, it really got my attention for

Hotels, resorts announce new cleaning programs amid coronavirus. Here's what they look like.

IHG, Four Seasons and Caesars joined the growing list of hospitality companies updating cleanliness measures due to the new coronavirus. Short-term rental company Vrbo followed suit, too. IHG, owner of hotel chains like InterContinental and Holiday Inn, followed many major hotel companies by announcing new cleanliness measures on May 18, in conjunction with Cleveland Clinic

We Answer Your Most Pressing Questions About Coronavirus and Travel

With the near-constant stream of coronavirus news on our feeds these days, we understand if you want to run screaming from another coronavirus-related chat. But we promise this is not all doom and gloom. In fact, we hope that by answering some of the most frequently asked questions about travel and the coronavirus (Should you cancel a fall trip? Hop on a flight deal for later in the year?

Do I Need Travel Insurance for My Cruise?

Rarely does real life make its way into our fantasies of a dream vacation: palm trees swaying in the breeze, expertly plated meals served at whim, toes pointed toward the horizon on a sun-soaked day at sea. That vision doesn't factor in missed flights, lost bags, or medical mishaps. But life has a way of getting in the way, even when you’re trying to get away from it all. Add in an unexpected

The Seychelles Bans All Cruise Ships Until 2022

The Seychelles has banned all cruise ships from its shores until 2022, according to reports. The small island nation, which sits off the coast of East Africa in the western Indian Ocean, imposed the two-year ban over fears around the spread of COVID-19, the Seychelles Nation reported. The cruise ship ban goes into effect immediately and will last until the end of 2021, Didier Dogley, the country’s

Americans planning to travel more this summer despite coronavirus

As a result of COVID-19, two-thirds of Americans plan to travel MORE over the summer, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 American drivers found 65 percent have increased the number of trips they plan to take over the summer after being cooped up inside. Respondents are ready for the open air — and the open road — but they might be leaving behind the person they spent quarantine

More European Flights to Resume in July but Travel Demand Remains Uncertain

European airlines are planning for a return to the skies this summer after being grounded almost completely for weeks over the coronavirus pandemic. The outlook, however, remains uncertain, with companies forecasting a slow recovery even next year due to public health restrictions and concerns. Finland’s national airline, a major carrier between Europe and China, said Monday it will add

The new airline travel: Fewer flights, more layovers, rules for bathrooms

A new age of air travel is taking shape. Airports and airlines are rolling out temperature checks for crew and, increasingly, passengers, as well as thermal scans to spot people with elevated body temperatures. Face masks are now de rigueur for travelers across the U.S. Passengers on Europe's biggest budget carrier must raise their hands to use the toilet. Forget about the perks of priority boarding at

Why is New Zealand so progressive?

“Evening everyone, thought I would jump online and just check in with everyone as we all prepare to hunker down for a few weeks,” said the New Zealand woman via Facebook Live as the country prepared for its month-long Covid-19 shutdown. She pointed to her grubby sweatshirt. “It can be a messy business putting a toddler to bed.” She wasn’t the only Kiwi mother checking in with their

Is it safe to stay in a hotel right now? An infectious disease doctor, a cleaning expert, and hotel reps all share what you should know before you check-in.

For some travelers, there's nothing more desirable than the hotel experience, awash in luxury and service. But with the country re-opening in phases even as the coronavirus pandemic wears on, many are wondering how much risk they'd face if they booked a stay, and whether hotels' very selling points, such as round-the-clock staff, might now seem like potential liabilities. By definition, hotels are

Quarantine In Style At This Hotel-Like Miami Condo

If we could pick any place to quarantine, One Thousand Museum, a new hotel-like condo in downtown Miami, would be the lockdown living quarters of our dreams. And it’s not just because David and Victoria Beckham as well as Manchester United soccer star Paul Pogba bought units here. The exclusive address boasts everything from amenities you’d find at a luxury hotel, like a spa and a “curator

The Eruption of Mount St. Helens

Mount St. Helens had been largely quiet since the late 1850's. Some minor explosions occurred in the early part of the 20th century, but were quickly forgotten by all but a few scientists. However, a two-month series of seismic episodes in 1980 caused concern that the mountain was becoming highly active

Collette Details Traveling Well Experience Initiative

Pawtucket, RI (May 15, 2020) – Collette, global tour operator, announced today, a commitment to an expanded health and wellness initiative through a branded Traveling Well Experience. Focused on the guest experience, the initiative hits on key points in the customer journey– financial protection through a

Walt Disney World Warns Guests That They “Voluntarily Assume All Risks Related to Exposure to COVID-19” In New Liability Disclaimer

With the reopening of some retail and dining locations in Disney Springs set for this Wednesday, May 20 (with more to follow on May 27), Disney had added language to both the Walt Disney World travel information website and the Disney Springs reopening information website stating that guests assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19 by visiting the resort. On the Walt Disney

Europe promises to reopen for summer tourism in wake of coronavirus

The world's biggest tourist playground has been roped off since it became a coronavirus epicenter, but as summer looms Europe is desperate to lift restrictions to get visitors pumping much needed cash into stricken economies. Across the continent, various nations currently sitting behind the firewall of quarantines or sealed frontiers, are figuring out how they can once again welcome

Where states are reopening after America’s shutdown

Most states and U.S. territories have begun to ease restrictions on businesses and social activity, moving to reopen economies battered by the novel coronavirus pandemic and weeks of stay-at-home orders that affected some 315 million Americans. Public health experts warn that this increased activity is likely to cause a surge of new infections. “There is a real risk that you will trigger an outbreak that

These Lesser-visited European Cities Have the Culture Without the Crowds

“Bucharest blends three major types of architecture like no other city in Europe,” says regional specialist Jay Ternavanof the Romanian capital’s 19th-century Belle Époque, 20th-century Communist, and contemporary buildings. Tour the Palace of Parliament, a “symbol of the tumultuous Soviet period,” he says; but leave an afternoon free to explore Europe’s biggest spa, Therme, which has a “beach”

After Years in a Long-Distance Relationship, These Couples Are Quarantined Together

When I moved to Rio de Janeiro at age 22, other American expats warned me there was a pattern most foreigners fell into—nearly everyone fell in love. Many, I was told, returned home with someone on their arm, and some even stayed in the city for good. Four months later, over caipirinhas on a sticky April evening, I spotted Henry, a Peruvian who was also temporarily living in the city. We

3 Ways COVID-19 Could Change How We Book Plane Tickets

Countries are slowly reopening for domestic travel, and airlines and governments are looking at ways that potential future cases of COVID-19 could be tracked and contained more efficiently. The air travel industry has been one of the gateways for outbreaks, and public health officials worldwide are grappling with new ways to trace travelers, ensure they are adhering to quarantine regulations, or

Gay-Listers Guide: Provincetown With Jackie Cox

In this edition of Gay-Listers Guide, RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 12’s contender, Jackie Cox, the proud Persian who self-identifies as the season’s “nerdy queen,” takes us to one of her favorite summer getaways, Provincetown, Massachusetts. Why have you chosen Provincetown? Provincetown is a magical gay destination where it feels like almost anything can happen, and it usually does! There’s

Pandemic Will Spur Hotel Industry Consolidation, Real Estate Conversions

Airlines have gotten a lot attention when it comes to the stunning economic fallout from the coronavirus pandemic. Airline passenger revenue is likely to drop by 55% this year compared with last year, the International Air Transport Association said last month, for example. Yet the hotel industry, another travel-related business, is also facing upheaval. Shares in international chains like Marriott and

Trip of a lifetime with no end in sight -- life on small boats stuck at sea

While 38-year-olds Leslie and Andrew Godfrey enjoyed a five-day, 750-mile sailing passage from Sri Lanka to the Maldives, the whole world changed. Without internet access, the couple had yet to learn that Covid-19 had continued to spread, becoming a pandemic. From March 7 to 12, as they sailed across the Laccadive Sea toward the iridescent blue water of the northern Maldives, ports had

My dad's little piece of Wales in his Canadian lakeside cottage

Adecade ago, my father, Terry Lee, found a wooden sign behind our cottage’s boathouse. He guessed it had once hung above the door, naming this Ontario lakeside property: Brynmorwydd. Dad, who grew up in Cardiff and emigrated to Canada in the 1970s, knew right away it was Welsh. But the cottage, which originally belonged to my stepmother’s family, was actually an exercise in Canadianness for

Is the Covid-19 crisis the catalyst for greening the world's airlines?

“The political moment is now” to address the climate risks posed by the aviation industry, analysts, insiders and campaigners say, as governments across the world weigh up bailouts for airlines grounded by the coronavirus pandemic. Rescue packages need to come with green strings, such as reduced carbon footprints and frequent flyer levies, they warn, or the sector will return to the path that has

Florida man says he's been stuck on cruise ship in Italy for 8 weeks after testing positive for COVID-19

This family just wants their son to come home. A cruise ship worker says that due to positive test results for COVID-19, he’s still stuck on a cruise ship that’s docked in Italy. According to the Florida resident, he’s been waiting on the ship for about eight weeks now and doesn’t know how much longer he’ll be there. Taylor Grimes was working at a cruise ship jewelry store when the coronavirus pandemic

Meet the people who can’t wait to get back on a cruise ship

Amber O’Hara was stuck at sea. But that didn’t ruin her appetite for another cruise. The Golden, Colo., retiree had been aboard the Azamara Pursuit for nearly two weeks when the industry decided to pause operations because of the coronavirus pandemic. She and her partner, Jim Ward, spent 29 days on board before disembarking in Miami, more than a week late and a continent away from where

The Establishment of Las Vegas

On May 15, 1905, the San Pedro, Los Angeles and Salt Lake Railroad auctioned off 110 acres and established the railroad town of Las Vegas. The town was a layover point for the railroad and was not incorporated as a city until 1911. Gambling was not legalized until 1931. The American mafia took note

8 Ways Travel Lovers Can Fight Quarantine Fatigue With New Hobbies

For travel lovers, global lockdown due to COVID-19 can feel oppressive. Health and safety come before hobbies, but those with a deep inner need to see the world are left wondering what the future will hold. Scores of vacations have been canceled and the travel industry left decimated—the hardest hit aside from the healthcare industry. With no clear end in sight to the COVID‑19 pandemic

Baltic states open a pandemic 'travel bubble'

From midnight on Thursday, citizens and residents can move freely between the three EU nations. Anybody arriving from outside the zone however must self-isolate for 14 days. This is the first "travel bubble" in Europe since nations began shutting their borders earlier this year in response to the coronavirus outbreak. European Union officials are now trying to encourage other countries to end

Las Vegas airport provides PPE vending machines for passengers

Running out of PPE products? If you're in Las Vegas and planning to fly, the airport could provide a very clean and sanitized getaway. On Thursday, McCarran International Airport announced on Twitter that they had installed new vending machines loaded with personal protective equipment. According to McCarran Airport spokesperson Christine Crews, "The whole world is going through behavioral

Street Food: Netflix series is a televisual tonic amid postponed travel plans

With planes grounded and country borders closed, most of us have become accustomed to the confines of our home. A trip to the living room offers an exciting change of scenery, and the cuisine typical of this region is developing in new and curious ways with each day that passes since the last grocery run. As one of the many Australians who were living abroad when Covid-19 hit, and

Delta To Retire 777 Fleet As Demand For Travel Plummets Amid Coronavirus

Citing the ongoing economic impacts caused by the coronavirus, Delta Air Lines said Thursday that it is removing the Boeing 777 and other older, higher-maintenance jets from its fleet in order to slash costs. The move to retire the 18 wide-bodied 777 planes, considered a workhorse for the airline in its "ultra-long-haul markets," will take place at the end of the year. It is also a signal Delta

What will hotel visits be like? Here's your room-by-room look at the future

Hotels are cautiously reopening for the summer travel season, but it’s anything but business as usual in the hospitality industry. Last week, the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) introduced its Safe Stay guidelines developed under the guidance of an advisory council that includes Accor, InterContinental Hotels Group, Marriot International, Omni Hotels & Resorts and Walt Disney. Now

Sixthman Cancels All Remaining 2020 Theme Cruises and Festivals At Sea

Oceangoing festival organizer Sixthman has announced it is canceling its global theme cruises for the remainder of 2020 as a result of the ongoing COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. The company, which frequently charters space on cruise ships owned by Norwegian Cruise Line, announced that some seagoing music festivals have already been rescheduled. These include "Joe Bonamassa's Keeping

Bali Priest Spiritually Readies Resort For Return Of Guests To Paradise

Even though there’s a lockdown in Bali, housekeepers, security guards, engineers and gardeners are still protecting and maintaining the physical assets of most of the hotels. Four Seasons Bali at Jimbaran Bay has taken it a step further with a full-time Hindu priest safeguarding its spiritual aura as it prepares to welcome back guests in the not-too-distant future. Each day, traditional healer and full

'We have to get up on our feet': Hotels reopen in Florida as coronavirus restrictions ease

To reopen, or not to reopen? That's a question that has weighed on many hoteliers' minds in Southwest Florida, reports the Naples Daily News, which is a part of the USA TODAY Network. While some hotels and resorts in the region never closed their doors amid the coronavirus pandemic, others that closed for more than a month have started to reopen to guests – ahead of what's usually one of

Learning to Walk Again: 20 Hopeful Signs for Reopening the Travel Economy

If you are the parent of a young kid, you obsess over the various life stages they go through and see mirrors of their changes everywhere in the world around you. Well, that’s me and what has happened in travel over the last few months. After the travel economy was in a fetal position for most of March, the baby started to roll over and get tummy time over the latter half of April, and

New Jersey Will Allow Beaches to Reopen in Time for Memorial Day Weekend

New Jersey will open its beaches in time for Memorial Day Weekend, allowing area residents and visitors to soak up the increasingly warming weather along the popular Jersey Shore. The beaches, as well as lakefronts, will officially reopen on May 22, Gov. Phil Murphy said, NJ.com reported. However, it may not look like a typical scene, beaches and lakes will have to limit access in order to comply with

The First Smallpox Vaccination

On May 14, 1796, physician Edward Jenner administered the first smallpox vaccination to 8-year-old James Phipps. Old wives' tales indicated that milkmaids who contracted the milder cowpox never caught the more deadly smallpox. Jenner's work was also preceded by Chinese and Turkish practices of

BREAKING: Iceland To Open To Tourists Again On June 15th (With Conditions)

At a press conference held just moments ago, Prime Minister Katrín Jakobsdóttir announced some up-coming changes to the travel restrictions to Iceland. As it stands now, no one from outside the Schengen Area may visit Iceland, and those visiting from within the Schengen Area must go into 2-week quarantine. However, from May 15th, nationals of the Faroe Islands and Greenland will be able to

Universal Orlando to reopen CityWalk

Universal Orlando announced on Tuesday that it will open CityWalk on Thursday. Select CityWalk venues are opening for guests starting Thursday from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Universal said all guests should follow recommended CDC guidelines. Self-parking is complimentary and valet parking in not available. Some venues will remain temporarily closed, including Blue Man Group, all nightclubs

Bourdain to Buena Vista Social Club – readers reveal their travel heroes

Anthony Bourdain every time. He was not perfect, and some episodes of his TV shows are hard to watch given what we know now about his mental health struggles. But he showed the joys of travel: a drink and a chat with the table next door; eating street food at the stalls with the longest queues; and navigating the morals of travelling with humility and open eyes when you’re often richer than

How to Pull Off the Ultimate Turkey Trip by Bike and Boat

The first thing you need to know is that I’m not a cyclist. My occasional rides are by bike share, a short two- mile trip to the office or maybe to a restaurant near my home. I don’t wear spandex, least of all out in public. Yet there I was, wiping the sweat from my face while standing on top of a Byzantine aqueduct not far from Bodrum, Turkey, with nine people I’d met only a few days before. Ahead of

Karisma Hotels & Resorts Is Giving 150 Frontline Workers Free Luxury Vacations — Here's How to Apply

Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, essential workers have tirelessly supported their communities, and now, Karisma Hotels & Resorts wants to show their appreciation for everything these everyday heroes have done. The luxury hotel collection is offering 150 all-inclusive resort stays to essential workers and their families as part of their recently announced Holidays for Your Heroes initiative. Now

Yellowstone and Grand Canyon partially reopening

As US states gradually ease restrictions, access is also opening up at the country's vast national parks. Yellowstone National Park said Wednesday it will begin to reopen on a limited basis on May 18, almost two months after it closed to visitors, a statement from the National Park Service says. The park, which covers 3,472 square miles in Wyoming, Montana and Idaho, has been closed to visitors

Cacio e pepe: Italy's beloved three-ingredient pasta dish

Cacio e pepe is a dish of only three ingredients, two of which are evident at first glance to anyone familiar with Roman dialect. Cacio is Romanesco for sheep’s milk cheese. Along with pepe, or black pepper, the cheese – ideally Pecorino – unites with pasta (and a hefty dose of starchy cooking water) to form a rich, creamy sauce that is as delicious as it is difficult to perfect. According to legend, the dish

How expensive will air travel be after the Covid-19 crisis?

When the state of Florida began enacting stay-at-home measures and closing beaches in mid-March, in response to the threat of Covid-19, Miami-based real estate agent and artist Nadia Bouzid was in the middle of painting a mural inside a new hotel in Cancun, Mexico. Putting down the paintbrush, she picked up her phone and began searching airfares to return home. "I watched a seat on the flight I

Airlines Are Misleading Consumers on Refund Policies, Says DOT

Despite offering more flexible flight change and refund policies during the COVID-19 pandemic, it seems that airlines are still not being transparent with customers about when they are owed a cash refund. Federal officials are warning airlines once again that they must offer customers cash refunds when flights are canceled or significantly delayed. The new warning, officially called an enforcement

Call To Cage Cats In France Who Roam Too Far From Home

The Times reported that Willy Schraen, 50, head of the National Federation of Hunters (Fédération Nationale des Chasseurs, FNC) has made a call for cats to be caged if they strayed further than 300 meters (984 feet) from home, whilst also acknowledging that his scheme wouldn’t be popular. He told a shooting news website that cats were destroying biodiversity and that there were too many in

Celestyal Cruises Reveals New Itineraries for 2021 and 2022 Including New Ports and Longer Stays

Celestyal Cruises has revealed its new 2021/22 itineraries including new ports of call, extended stays in popular ports and extra departures on its “Steps of St Paul” sailings. The line is adding a new island, Syros; swapping Heraklion for Agios Nikolaos (Crete) and adding Greece’s second city, Thessaloniki, to its itineraries. Celestyal is also maximising time spent in Cairo by skipping a stop in

The First FM Radio Station

On May 13, 1939, WDRC signed on to the air on FM radio bandwidth, the first commercial FM radio station. Unlike AM radio frequencies, FM bandwidths and broadcasting technique allowed high fidelity and stereo broadcasts. It took many years for FM broadcasting to become the accepted norm in the United

American Extends Cruise with Comfort Plan and Protects Travel Advisor Commissions

Guilford, CT—May 12, 2020—American Cruise Lines announced today that it has extended its popular Cruise with Comfortprogram and will continue to protect 100% of travel advisor commissions on all Cruise with Comfort bookings. The program will now include all cruises departing through October 31st, 2020

‘Authentic’ travel experiences are hard to find — but not in this country

Colorful prayer flags flutter auspiciously across snow-capped ranges. Good intentions float through breathtakingly rugged terrain. Like the centuries-old fortresses (dzongs) and monasteries (lakhangs) that shine flecks of white and gold against the verdant foothills of the Himalayas, Bhutan — which means the Land of the Thunder Dragon — is steeped in mystery. Enveloped by the Indian plains to the

Make a Cocktail Inspired by Your Favorite Destination for World Cocktail Day

This May 13, celebrate World Cocktail Day by mixing up some drinks inspired by your favorite destinations. You can travel to the Italian coast with a delicious Aperol Spritz, or add a splash of rum to a Disney classic for an adult version of a popular theme park treat. Don’t have the ingredients on hand? Don't worry, as alcohol delivery services like Saucey can have your booze of choice (and mixers) at your

United Will Now Notify Passengers If Their Flights Are Full After Backlash From Viral Photo

United Airlines said it will start notifying passengers if their flight is going to be full and offer alternative options following backlash from a photo of a totally full flight went viral. Starting next week customers will be notified if their flight is "expected to be closer to full capacity," and will have the option to rebook a different flight or receive a travel credit. The airline said it will try to notify customers

Italy Is Reopening in Bits and Pieces—Here's What It Feels Like

"If you love Italy, keep your distance." This was the message from Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte when he announced plans for stage two of Italy’s exit from eight weeks of coronavirus lockdown beginning May 4. Now this country—which has been among the worst affected by COVID-19—is taking the first tentative steps out of one of Europe’s most stringent lockdown regimes while the rest of the

You've Never Heard of the Most Important Person at an Airport

Prepping a plane for takeoff has never been an easy feat. Even before the coronavirus pandemic, the process was a choreographed dance of cleaning the aircraft, loading supplies, and filling fuel tanks that required meticulous planning and coordination. During the current crisis, however, the logistical puzzle of airport operations looks drastically different and is even more complex. But who handles

Two-week quarantine: Summer vacations with strings attached

As two-week quarantine requirements around the world become de rigueur amid loosened travel restrictions, would-be summer vacationers now face a new conundrum: Is travel with such strings attached worth it? For many travelers, the answer will likely be a hard no. After weeks or months of being asked to stay home, boarding an aircraft for a far-flung destination only to be instructed to

Asia Is Slowly Beginning to Reopen Travel. Here’s What the World Could Learn

As the world struggles to reopen and establish a new post-coronavirus normal, global travel is likely to be the last activity to go back to business as usual. Every country and territory in the world has imposed travel restrictions of some kind. In many places, particularly in Asia, where the pandemic hit first, travelers must quarantine for 14 days to ensure they are free of the virus—if they are allowed in at

DOT warns airlines – again – to issue refunds for canceled flights after receiving 25,000 complaints

After a surge in traveler complaints about airline ticket refunds during the coronavirus pandemic, the U.S. Department of Transportation issued its second warning in as many months to airlines on Tuesday. The agency said it has received more than 25,000 air travel service complaints in March and April. That compares to an average of 1,500 in a typical month. “The Department has

International College Students Still Stranded In U.S. As Coronavirus Travel Bans Continue

The coronavirus pandemic sent some college students packing two months ago, but not all of them could get home to their families. Some international students who were studying in our country are still living alone on shuttered campuses. This would have been a busy week on college campuses — finals, then graduation — but instead Abie Rawad Akhand has the place nearly to himself. After

Watch Five Renowned Indigenous Chefs Cook Up A Delicious Feast This Week

Indigenous tourism is a fast growing travel sector and allows visitors to learn more about a place from the people that know the land the best. You might not be able to hear about how Indigenous ancestors explained the northern lights or experience a thrilling dog sled ride over the ice of the Canadian Arctic Ocean right now. But even in lockdown you can still enjoy some of the benefits of Indigenous

MGM Resorts Unveils Its Health And Safety Plan For Re-Opening

MGM Resorts International has released a new report that outlines the newly established health and safety protocols the company is planning to implement leading up to its domestic properties and resorts re-openings, which have been closed for just over two months in response to the global pandemic. “Preparing for the moment we can re-open our doors, MGM Resorts focused on developing a plan

Want to pay for a hotel but not book your date yet? Iowa hotels offer bonds to use after coronavirus

Des Moines, Iowa, metro hotels are participating in a "Buy Now, Visit Later" hotel bonds campaign that will give guests who purchase a $100 voucher now an extra $50 when they book a room later, reports the Des Moines Register, which is a part of the USA TODAY Network. The campaign, sponsored by Catch Des Moines, is aimed at giving hotels a boost during the coronavirus pandemic. People are

What life is like for more than 90,000 cruise workers that have been stuck at sea for two months

Lauren Carrick and fiance Joe Harrison haven’t had a good night’s sleep in weeks. The two dancers on Celebrity Cruises’s Infinity say being held aboard ships for almost two months has left them emotionally drained. “I cried all day,” said Carrick, 29. “We need to have alcohol to sleep -- that’s how bad it is. We’re worried, tense, stressed out. We just want to get home.” Carrick and Harrison are among

Due to Demand, Cruise Line Opens 2022 Cruises for Bookings

Due to increased demand, award-winning luxury cruise line AmaWaterways has opened a majority of their 2022 cruises for bookings six months ahead of schedule. All itineraries in France, Portugal, Holland and those traveling the Rhine and Moselle rivers are open for reservations, with added rewards for guests who book early. By May 20, the remaining 2022 river cruise voyages with pre- and post

Florence Nightingale is born

The pioneer of modern nursing was born on this day in 1820. Florence Nightingale was born into privileged English society. Early in her life, she felt called into the profession of nursing, scandalizing her family. At the time, nursing was considered a task of the poor and ill-educated. During the Crimean War

This airplane seat design helps you socially distance on board

No one quite knows what aviation will look like in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic. There's talk of removing middle seats, compulsory face masks and full body disinfection booths at airports -- and aviation seat designers are experimenting with ways to make flying more appealing for concerned and conscientious passengers. Ideas include Aviointeriors' vision of a row of three economy seats

A Javanese dish to banish the plague

According to legend, when the plague came to the city of Yogyakarta on the Indonesian island of Java, the sultan ordered his citizens to cook sayur lodeh and stay home for 49 days. The plague ended. And so began a practice that continues to this day. Sayur lodeh is a simple vegetable curry made from seven key ingredients and a spicy coconut milk base. Nutritionists that have studied the dish point to

10 of the best novels set in Spain – that will take you there

Igrew up in Montreal – and London owns a big piece of my heart – but my home is Barcelona, where I’ve lived for 20 years. Spain is a varied country, in its landscapes, languages, culture and cuisine, but in compiling this list I became aware that so much of its literature comes from Madrid and the north of the country. Perhaps it’s too hot down south for novel writing? The list is personal and not at all

Why Are Future Cruise Credits and Refunds Taking so Long?

With cruise lines around the world canceling sailings into the summer and beyond as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, many cruisers are wondering why the process of issuing Future Cruise Credits, also known as FCCs, and refunds for affected voyages is taking so long. While there's no one reason, the answer primarily comes down to volume. Under normal circumstances, receiving a refund from a

Walt Disney World resorts now accepting reservations beginning in July

Walt Disney World resorts are now taking reservations for July. The Walt Disney World website will now allow you to make reservations for July. In fact, reservations are already coming in. As of 10:40 a.m. on Monday, the website listed that 158 people have booked a room at Disney's Pop Century in the last 24 hours. Another 127 had booked a room at Disney's All-Star Movie Resort. When attempting

Etihad to restart Australia-London flights this week

Etihad Airways will offer flights from Melbourne to London, with transit via Abu Dhabi, from May 15. It will restart the return leg, London to Melbourne, from May 21. The airline plans to maintain this link until it fully resumes its previous double daily connection between the two cities. Etihad said it had implemented an "an extensive sanitisation and safety programme" on flights and at airports

Future Air Travel Is ‘Touchless’ Yet Terrifying: Fewer Flights, Sudden Border Closures, No Movies

How does mass-transit work if everyone has to stay two meters apart, and where national borders can open and close at short notice? Exactly how international travel can operate smoothly and safely in the COVID-19 era is really anyone’s guess at the moment, but technology is going to play a huge role. That’s according to Geneva-based air transport communications and IT specialist SITA

Carnival cruise bookings soar despite coronavirus, travel company says

Wanderlust is strong among Carnival Cruise Line fans, according to a TMZ report. A representative from the American Express travel franchise Cruise Planners told the tabloid that cruise bookings increased exponentially after Carnival announced it intends to resume some cruises in August. Three days after the announcement, the travel company’s Carnival bookings went up by 600 percent when

Return to travel will be 'regional and sporadic,' Choice Hotels CEO says

The return of travel within the United States will be “sporadic” and will not bounce back in the same way in every region, Choice Hotels CEO Patrick Pacious said Monday. “I think what we are going to see is a return to travel that will be regional and sporadic,” Pacious said on “The Exchange.” “It’s what we’re seeing today. The Southeast part of the country, where a lot of our hotels are

Floridians stopped traveling well before official shutdowns, data shows

The question has vexed epidemiologists for weeks now: How has Florida kept the coronavirus in check, given that official shutdown orders came so much later there than in other states? One answer, according to data analysis from the Tampa Bay Times, is that many Floridians stopped traveling long before their county or state stepped in. The Times looked at data from Google, Descartes Labs

How New York’s LGBTQ+ Communities Are Keeping the City's Nightlife Scene Alive

The nightlife industry has been decimated by the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, and LGBTQ+ communities—whose members are heavily employed in service and hospitality jobs—have been especially hard hit. Nowhere is this truer than in New York City, a place more accustomed to being the epicenter of queer nightlife and culture than a global pandemic. But as New York’s LGBTQ+ nightlife

What Can I Do to Make My Time Off Feel Like a Break?

Dear Women Who Travel, Like most people, I'm hunkered down at home self-isolating, and trying to make the best of things. I'm also lucky to still have my job, for many reasons, and I appreciate that it gives my weekdays some much-needed structure when every other facet of daily life has melted away. But I'm working harder than ever, it seems, and when it comes to the weekends, I have no

This Iceland Hotel Is Helping Us Stay Calm in Quarantine With Weekly Waterfall Photos

The thrilling feeling of chasing waterfalls may be off the table for most as large parts of the world continue to hunker down, but one hotel in Iceland is hoping to help you do just that — digitally, that is. In an effort to spread the joy of the country’s breathtaking waterfalls, Ingibjörg Friðriksdóttir, the digital marketing manager of Hotel Rangá, is going on a weekly jaunt, searching for waterfalls

France Is Asking People to Eat More Cheese

There’s a very easy way to support food markets around the world: Eat more cheese. Terre de Lait, an organization for the dairy industry, is asking people to eat more cheese in solidarity for French cheesemakers who have been seeing fewer and fewer people buying traditional French cheeses in the wake of coronavirus, according to a statement from the organization. The organization’s

ValuJet Flight 592

On May 11, 1996, technicians for the SabreTech corporation loaded cases of oxygen canisters aboard low-cost carrier ValuJet's flight 592 from Miami to Hartsfield Atlanta International Airport in Atlanta, Georgia. The canisters were mistakenly thought to be empty, but loading them into the cargo hold was in

US Citizens Shouldn't Assume That They'll Be Able To Travel Internationally Anytime Soon

I made the conscious decision to see out the current crisis outside of the US and away from my home in Los Angeles and, as a result, I’m getting a close look at how another country is handling the pandemic and how other countries are viewing the US response to Covid-19. The news on the latter isn’t good. If you’re reading this is in the US right now allow me to make one thing very clear from the

Have you been to the Garden of Eden? It's in Bedford

That the Garden of Eden remains absent from travel bucket lists is, perhaps, unsurprising. Unlike El Dorado or Lyonesse, however, its location is no mystery. It even has an address: 12 Albany Road, Bedford. And while the Victorian house is modest in size, its garden does boast a cosy tearoom, and how it came to be there is as surprising as its geography. More than 200 years ago, religious prophets

How Photographing Wildlife on My First Safari Taught Me the Virtues of Patience

“Adopt the pace of nature,” wrote Ralph Waldo Emerson. “Her secret is patience”. Patience was a trait I had never been able to master, especially when it came to photographing nature. As a photographer specializing in food and hotel interiors — also known as “subjects that don’t move” — I had only dabbled in the world of wildlife photography. Before my first safari, I’d taken the occasional photo of

Future Air Travel: Four-Hour Process, Self Check-In, Disinfection, Immunity Passes

Once airports and borders open again and people are able to fly freely — a process already in play as airports of all sizes around the world ready strategies to ensure healthy air travel — how much are you ready to change your flying habits? As much as was required after 9/11? Less? More? Considering some of the changes already happening and the many more recommended before airports can

Quarantine could finish off hundreds of travel firms, industry figures warn

With the decision to impose a mandatory 14-day quarantine for almost everyone arriving in the UK by air, travel industry insiders say the government has consigned hundreds of holiday firms to failure. Two months after the World Health Organisation (WHO) declared that coronavirus had become a global pandemic, the prime minister has announced mandatory quarantine for new arrivals by air. The

The future of tourism in the coronavirus era: Asia may hold answers to what's ahead

It's a sunny day on Bangkok's most famous tourist street, and shopkeeper Cletana Thangworachai is open for business. Her Khao San Road shop is crowded with shiny magnets, brightly colored elephant key rings and the patterned cotton pants that have become an unofficial uniform for backpackers in Southeast Asia. But for now, there's no one to buy them. The coronavirus pandemic has had a

Hotels face uphill battle with less travel

The Hampton Inn of Wheeling has just received the top Hampton in the Americas award… for the second time! While they are pleased and grateful, they are have an uphill battle just like all others in the hospitality industry. With all entertainment events, sports, festivals and conventions canceled, they say people aren’t traveling, which means less reservations at hotels. I’ve been in this business for going

The CDC hasn't advised cruise lines yet about when they can resume travel

A "No Sail Order" for cruises has been extended until July 24 by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention due to cruises' unique aspects that can cause coronavirus outbreaks. The CDC website says it has "reason to believe that cruise ship travel may continue to introduce, transmit, or spread Covid-19." "We have been learning a lot over the last four months about this virus and the pandemic

Carnival bookings soar despite coronavirus, travel company says

Wanderlust is strong among Carnival Cruise Line fans, according to a TMZ report. A representative from the American Express travel franchise Cruise Planners told the tabloid that cruise bookings increased exponentially after Carnival announced it intends to resume some cruises in August. Three days after the announcement, the travel company’s Carnival bookings went up by 600 percent when

How a new Arizona hotel is preparing to open in a post-coronavirus travel landscape

At a time when Arizona's hospitality industry is furloughing its workforce and temporarily closing resorts, a new boutique hotel in Tucson is holding virtual job fairs. In fact, Tucson native Vishal Patel and his business partner Sunny Patel are optimistic that they could open their 112-room property, The Tuxon, just as people are ready to return to travel this summer with features guests will be looking

LAX Will Now Require All Travelers to Wear Face Masks

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) announced new measures this week to keep travelers safe, including its latest rule that all travelers coming into LAX terminals must wear a mask. “Beginning Monday, May 11, all persons within LAX terminals will be required to wear face coverings,” airport officials shared in a statement. “This policy is in line with guidance from public health officials and mirrors

Copenhagen Landmarks Like Tivoli Gardens Have Reopened—As Temporary Kindergartens

In Denmark, as in many countries throughout the world, the closure of schools during the pandemic has turned parents into homeschool teachers, multitasking caretakers, and 24/7 playmates for their children—a challenge for essential workers and those who continue to work from home. While parents looked to the reopening of schools as childcare relief, another problem has come up since

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings 'Here To Stay,' Eyeing Late 2020 Return

With $3.5 billion in cash after new fundraising through equity and debt offerings, Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings is "here to stay, and has all the resources necessary" to be successful through the COVID-19 global pandemic, President and CEO Frank Del Rio told Cruise Critic exclusively. In an interview Thursday, Del Rio spoke openly of the concerns facing the cruise industry, as it rebuilds after an

The Destruction of Saint-Pierre, Martinique

On May 8, 1902, Mount Pelee, a volcano in Saint-Pierre, Martinique erupted. Hot, caustic volcanic gases and dust poured from the mountainside, covering the small city of approximately 30,000. Just prior to the blast, there were a series of geoseismic warnings, but the people feared the lava, which would have been

'It's a really weird realisation': when cancelled holidays come with silver linings

From June 2018 to June 2019, the Australian Bureau of Statistics says Australians made a record 11.3 million trips overseas – double the number of trips just 10 years ago. In the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, millions of Australians have been forced to cancel or alter their international travel plans. This has left many Australians struggling to get refunds from travel providers. Flight Centre was charging

The Ultimate Colorado Road Trip Itinerary: Where to Stop, What to Do, and More

To experience the best of the U.S. via the open road, look to Colorado. This picturesque state straddling the Rocky Mountains has some of the most astounding stretches of highway in the country, connecting mountain resorts to artists’ colonies to pioneer towns. In short, it’s the perfect place for the ultimate road trip. With that in mind, we’ve devised a route that hits plenty of spots that make Colorado so

A British feast from garden weeds

It was an unusually hot April morning in Colchester, England, and the fields, now in full bloom, were bursting in brilliant yellows, whites and purples. Armed with a wicker basket and David Squire’s book Foraging for Wild Foods, I scanned the Essex countryside for the ingredients to my first-ever foraging taster menu: stinging nettle soup; gnocchi with dandelion leaf pesto; wild garlic and stinging nettle

Exploring These Lost Cities Is The Closest You'll Get to Time Travel

People love to call the world apocalyptic, or dub any moderately empty city street a ghost town. But no matter what your friends' hashtags say, civilization doesn't just end after a period of social isolation. It takes more than that. Just ask the Mayans or the Romans. Lost cities offer glimpses into ancient civilizations that, either suddenly or over time, collapsed, often leaving artifacts intact and

Live Mermaids Make This Montana Dive Bar One of Our Great National Treasures

Montana brings a lot of things to mind: dusty cowboys, grizzly bears, and outdoor adventure. The landlocked state is the last place you'd expect to see mermaids… but that’s exactly what you’ll find when you stop by the legendary Sip 'n Dip Lounge in Great Falls. Built in 1962 as part of the retro O’Haire Motor Inn, the Sip ‘n Dip just might be the best bar in America you’ve never heard of. This colorful

6 holiday hotspots loved by the royal family

When it comes to travelling, the royal family sure knows how to pick the best spots for holidays and extended periods abroad. Spending time in idyllic locations in the UK and abroad, they've given us all the inspiration we need for our future getaways. Taking to country spots, dreamy islands and the most scenic of mountain retreats, the Queen, Kate Middleton and other members of Britain's most

Dutch Tulip Farmers Are Writing Uplifting Messages in Their Flower Fields

We’ve all seen messages in the sky—a jet writing cloudlike script or towing a banner across the stratosphere. But some of Holland’s botanical visionaries have made the case for looking down. While our travel plans may be on indefinite hold, Dutch tulip farmers are taking to their fields to spread messages of support, clipping celebratory sentiments into the masses of color. The vast designs, best

How Safe Is it to Fly? 7 Recent Passengers on What's Changed

Amanda Pullinger travels between New York and London once or twice a month, flies to Asia four times a year, and criss-crosses the Americas. As familiar as she is with air travel, she was stunned when she arrived at John F. Kennedy Airport at the end of April to fly home to the U.K. “There was no one there,” says Pullinger, CEO of 100 Women in Finance, an international professional organization. “I

Cruise Line Industry Chaos Threatens Broadway Licensing Revenue

With the cruise line industry treading water, Broadway investors might no longer be able to count on a steady stream of licensing revenue. As empty ocean liners sit at ports and customers demand refunds for their trips that were cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Norwegian Cruise Line warned that it might run out of cash in the next year, and need to declare bankruptcy. Despite

How Safe Is it to Fly? 7 Recent Passengers on What's Changed

Amanda Pullinger travels between New York and London once or twice a month, flies to Asia four times a year, and criss-crosses the Americas. As familiar as she is with air travel, she was stunned when she arrived at John F. Kennedy Airport at the end of April to fly home to the U.K. “There was no one there,” says Pullinger, CEO of 100 Women in Finance, an international professional organization. “I

River Cruise Lines Start Outlining Onboard Health and Safety Changes

With health and safety protocols changing because of the COVID-19 panedemic, several river cruise lines are revealing details of their plans to re-enter service safely and carefully when the time is right. The changes that have been announced publicly point to a re-working of the traditional river cruise experience. Passengers should expect to see changes to the way meals are taken, tours are

The Founding of New Orleans

The city known as La Nouvelle-Orléans (New Orleans) came into being on May 7, 1718. Named for Philippe II, Duke of Orléans in France, the city's port made it an ideal area for the French Mississippi Company under the leadership of Jean-Baptiste Le Moyne de Bienville. Under the terms of the 1763 Treaty

13 Best Road Trips From NYC

We’re committed to traveling with the same fervor we’ve always had as soon as it’s safe to do so. That includes continuing to support our favorite hotels and local businesses. But the fact is, it will take every travel palette a different amount of time to reacclimate to the new norms. And the most important thing to keep in mind is that you need to travel in whatever way you’re most comfortable. As we’re

NASA and Virgin Galactic are developing supersonic air travel

Space tourism company Virgin Galactic is teaming up with NASA as part of a project to develop "high-speed technologies" for supersonic air travel. The collaboration, formalized by the signing of a Space Act Agreement this week, will aim to make "technically feasible, high Mach vehicles for civil applications." Exact details and timescales remain murky, but Virgin Galactic said on Tuesday it is

Delta Will Start Blocking Aisle and Window Seats to Promote Social Distancing

Delta will now block certain window and aisle seats from being booked, in addition to all middle seats, in an effort to maintain social distancing for passengers while flying. In a press release Tuesday, the airline announced the specifics of its seat blocking measures. In first-class, 50 percent of all seats will be blocked off. In the main cabin, 40 percent of the seats will be blocked and unavailable for

Magnificent holiday meals: nine dishes to transport you instantly – from moules marinieres to jambalaya

After a gruelling six-hour journey from Penang to Krabi in an overcrowded minivan, my then-boyfriend and I stopped off at Mr Krabi, a restaurant run by a Jamiroquai-loving Italian gentleman and his Thai wife. For my first meal in Thailand, I ordered krapow gai, and it was the perfect antidote to the trauma of the trip. The bird’s eye chillies combined with succulent chicken mince and holy basil and

The Host of a New Travel Show on How to Keep Wanderlust Alive

Ernest White II grew up in Jacksonville, Fla., dreaming of a job that would propel him around the world. He taught English in Colombia, Brazil and Miami, and worked as a freelance journalist in Berlin, South Africa and the Dominican Republic. Now he’s added “travel TV show host” to his résumé. “Fly Brother With Ernest White II,” which began airing last week on various PBS stations, is an entertaining

What will travel look like after the coronavirus pandemic?

It was early March when Valeria Martinez, a 21-year-old college student in New York City, decided to postpone her spring break trip to Iceland. "We heard of the European travel ban and we obviously got freaked out by it," Martinez told TODAY. Even though Iceland wasn’t a hot spot for COVID-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus, she and her friends worried that they wouldn’t be allowed

These Countries Are Cautiously Reopening for Domestic Travel

A couple weeks ago, British expat Sarah Keenlyside went to a local restaurant in Beijing for a birthday lunch with friends. Before entering, their temperatures were taken, and the host asked to see their health passes, a personal QR code that can be pulled up on a cell phone, to confirm they were green. The waitstaff split the party up into groups of three, the most allowed to sit together in

What will staying in a hotel look like in the near future?

Goodbye, breakfast buffets and bellhop service. Hello, temperature screening and keyless check-in. While pandemic-era policies are still being developed at hotels around the globe and will no doubt vary widely, it's safe to say that guests will see big changes the next time they check in anywhere. For the foreseeable future -- until a vaccine, widely effective treatment or instantaneous testing for coronavirus

Where's San Francisco's spirit of tolerance came from

Dressed in a Union Civil War junior officer’s frock coat with epaulets and a purple-felt top hat displaying an array of long feathers in red, green, yellow and blue, Joseph Amster leads a group of eight – men, women and teenagers – across Powell Street near San Francisco’s Union Square. With his grey hair and circle beard, Amster already draws attention for his unique look, though it’s the confident way he

Coronavirus: Princess, Holland America extend cruise cancellations; lines expand cancellations, rebookings

The COVID-19 pandemic is doing increasing damage to the cruise industry. Princess Cruises announced Wednesday that it is extending its pause in global ship operations, resulting in the cancellation of select cruises through the end of the 2020 summer season. Sister line Holland America is doing the same, pausing its Alaska, Europe and Canada/New England cruises for 2020, as is other sister line

Holland America, Princess, Seabourn Cancel Cruises Through Summer and Into Fall

Holland America Line, Princess Cruises and Seabourn have announced sweeping cancellations to voyages throughout the summer and into fall, affecting cruises to Alaska and British Columbia, Europe, Canada & New England, the Caribbean and Holland America Line's fall Grand Voyage aboard Amsterdam. These new announcements effectively cancel the entire Alaska, Canada & New England, Europe and

A Virtual Visit to New York City: Part 2 – Beyond the Arts

A few weeks ago, we here at New York City Vacation Packages (NYCVP) discovered that although New York City is closed for tourism as we know it – it certainly is not closed for 2020’s most popular way to experience sought after destinations – virtually. In fact, after searching through emails and various travel

The Chunnel Opens

On May 6, 1994, the tunnel from Folkestone, Kent, England to Coquelles, Pas-de-Calais, France opened for business. Passing under the English Channel, the Chunnel, as it became known, is a modern marvel of engineering. It is the second-longest undersea tunnel in the world. Eleven drilling machines worked for six

Collette Celebrates National Travel Appreciation Day with messages of Gratitude for travel advisors

Pawtucket, RI (May 6, 2020) – Collette, global tour operator, is taking part in a National Day of Travel Appreciation, with messages of hope and gratitude transpiring through social media and video. Alongside the launch of the Sincerely Yours campaign, the organization is dedicated to supporting agents during

What will I do when travel restrictions lift? Complete my odyssey to all 270 London tube stations

Amonth ago, I was worried about the places in this big wide world I might now never get to see, even if Covid-19 doesn’t take me. Then the focus narrowed to all the places, lovely and unlovely, in this country I might not visit. And now, logically enough in this great narrowing of all our worlds, my concerns are closer to home. I have lived in London, on and off, since coming to college in October

Tasmania's ruggedly beautiful quarantine site

When World War One broke out in 1914, the German crew of the SS Oberhausen were declared “enemy aliens” and were captured by a band of 11 Australian naval reservists. Captain Johann Meir and his sailors, who were taking on timber in Port Huon in Tasmania at the time, could have topped up with fuel and got out of port. Instead, they stayed, as it was safer than returning to Germany to fight. After

Shanghai Disneyland Will Reopen Next Week — With Lots of New Rules

In March, Disney parks around the globe made the decision to close their doors in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. In the weeks since, fans have waited with bated breath for word of a reopening date. Now, Disney is giving fans in Shanghai just that. On Tuesday, the company announced plans to re-open Shanghai Disneyland to the public on May 11, less than a week away. “We know how much

Amtrak Extends Perks And Status Due To Coronavirus

For those who ride Amtrak often enough, there’s good news — your elite status and earned benefits will be extended. It’s no secret that the travel industry has been decimated due to COVID-19. Planes are being parked, hotel rooms are empty, and for those who live near an Amtrak station, there are fewer trains going by. Companies that provide travel are going to have to work hard over the next

Mexican Hotels Suggest At-Home Ways To Celebrate Cinco De Mayo

While recognizing Cinco de Mayo will differ in 2020 than in recent years, hotels and tourism boards in Mexico are marketing ideas for commemorating this important day at home. The holiday, which recognizes the Mexican Army's victory in 1862 over the French forces of Napoleon III, can be celebrated through recipes and other festive ways. On their YouTube channel, Pueblo Bonito Golf & Spa Resorts

NCL Corporation Ltd. Announces $400 Million Investment by L Catterton

NCL Corporation Ltd. (“NCLC”), a subsidiary of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE: NCLH) (“NCLH”, or the “Company”), announced a private placement of up to $400 million in aggregate principal amount of exchangeable senior notes due 2026 (the “Private Exchangeable Notes”) to an affiliate of L Catterton. “We are pleased to execute this agreement with L Catterton, the largest

The Future of Travel

By every measure, the coronavirus pandemic has decimated the travel industry. The images of the world’s shutdown are eerie, the numbers are staggering. Approximately 100 million travel sector jobs, according to one global estimate, have been eliminated or will be. Passenger traffic on U.S. airlines is down 95 percent compared to last year, while international passenger revenues are expected to

US Travel Association Releases Industry Guidance for 'Travel in the New Normal'

With an eye toward the future, the U.S. Travel Association released new guidance to influence travel in the age of “the new normal.” The guidelines, released this week, were formed with the help of medical experts and cover everything from reducing the potential spread of COVID-19 with enhanced cleaning policies to implementing things like touchless features. "We want political leaders and the

How Airlines Are Changing Their In-Flight Rules for Coronavirus

After coming to a near standstill due to the coronavirus outbreak, the air travel industry is turning its collective attention to what it will take to get passengers flying again. The first step: making fliers feeling safe in the confined space of an airplane with new onboard regulations. In addition to increased sanitizing procedures, airlines across the globe are changing their boarding protocols, are allotting

Sicily to subsidise post-Covid holidays as Italy ponders reopening to tourists

Sicily’s regional government is offering to subsidise holidays on the island for both domestic and international visitors in an effort to kickstart tourism after the coronavirus pandemic. News of the scheme came days before a statement from the Italian government that it expects borders to be open to tourists this summer. A financial pot of €75m of regional government money has been set aside to

Travel with your taste buds: Recipes from around the world to try during coronavirus quarantine

Dreaming about traveling but stuck inside due to the coronavirus pandemic? You can travel with your taste buds now – without even leaving your home! We've rounded up some recipes from around the world in order to keep your wanderlust at bay, and your belly satisfied at the same time. Don't fear if you're out of certain ingredients. There are often replacements you can use without

Family of Dead Crew Member Sues Cruise Over Virus Handling

The family of a cruise crew member who died after testing positive for COVID-19 filed a lawsuit against Royal Caribbean Cruises on Tuesday saying the company failed to protect its employees as the pandemic ravaged sailings around the world. The wrongful death case filed in circuit court in Miami says Pujiyoko, 27, worked in housekeeping on the Symphony of the Seas and suffered from flu-like

Cinco de Mayo

Cinco de Mayo ("5th of May") commemorates the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862 – a victory of Mexican forces led by General Ignacio Zaragoza Seguín over the French. The date is observed as a celebration of Mexican heritage and pride around the world. The Battle of Puebla delayed the French invasion of Mexico

Helsinki's huge VR gig hints at the potential of virtual tourism

According to Finland’s National Police Board, this year’s Vappu Eve (the festive night before May Day, when the country traditionally enjoys public fun and frolics) was “exceptionally peaceful”. Citizens largely respected calls to stay at home. And yet … I found myself at a gig in Helsinki’s Senate Square with almost 150,000 other people. I was dressed as a giant pineapple called Temperamenttinen

'Travel bubble' plan to help kick-start flights

Australia and New Zealand are planning a "travel bubble", or corridor, that will allow the quarantine-free flow of people between the two neighbours. Both countries have severely restricted international travel to prevent the spread of coronavirus. However, if successful, the "bubble" could grow to include more countries that have a low number of cases. A wider scheme is planned with Canada and other

Qantas plans for London-Sydney nonstop flights suspended by coronavirus

At a time when traveling more than two kilometers is a pipe dream beyond the reach of millions, it's not surprising the mood isn't right to press on with plans for a 19-hour nonstop flight service between London and Sydney. Australian airline Qantas broke two world records last November with its experimental research flight GF789, which became the world's longest passenger flight by a commercial

Carnival Cruise Line to phase in some cruises by August

Carnival Cruise Line on Monday announced a plan to phase in some North American cruises beginning August 1. Eight ships will depart from Miami, Port Canaveral, Florida and Galveston, Texas, Carnival said in a statement. "In connection with this plan, our pause in operations will be extended in all other North American and Australian markets through August 31," the statement said. All North

Italy Continues to Lift Lockdown Restrictions — Here's What's Happening Now

Italy has continued in lifting its lockdown restrictions, now allowing locals to go to work and see family members. In what is considered "Phase Two" of the lockdown lift, those employed in construction, manufacturing, wholesale and real estate returned to their jobs on Monday, with employers deciding on when and how people arrive and work. Architects, accountants, lawyers, and engineers also

Eurostar to Require Passengers to Cover Their Faces

As some countries in Europe begin plans to ease coronavirus restrictions, the popular Eurostar train will start requiring passengers to wear face masks when traveling, according to the company. The mandate to cover your face went into effect on Monday, and includes passengers who are in the station or on the train, according to their website. Customers who don’t have a mask may be turned away

How New Orleans Is Keeping the Party Going From Its Front Porches

In normal times, James McClaskey's 25-foot-long, second-floor porch in New Orleans' Bywater district is his second living room. The California-born jazz bandleader, who lives with his partner, singer Annabelle Zakaluk, sits out there most days, strumming his guitar among a small forest of potted plants, spying on neighbors, and feeling the nearby Mississippi River breeze. When nightclubs shut down

Travel To Your Favorite Cities With Art Masterclasses From London Art Studies

The current COVID-19 crisis has inspired a wealth of online masterclasses on just about every subject including a plethora of art classes. Look no further than London Art Studies if the concept of short and fascinating bites of information appeals. London Art Studies has offered a quick, fun and easy way to learn about art and the art world since launching first with short classes in venues across the

Australians, New Zealanders Want Hotel Quarantine To Be More Compassionate

While most Australians placed in mandatory hotel quarantine have been happy with the measures, some are speaking out against the system’s inhumanity and failings on compassionate grounds. Their target of course is not the hotels themselves but federal and state health departments who drew up and are policing the guidelines for the two week stays. Since Australia closed its borders on March 20

Will It Be Safe to Travel When This Is All Over? Will We Even Know?

We completely agree with Kappner Clark of RLH Properties in Mexico: “I think most people will be wanting and needing a vacation after all of this.” While the COVID-19 pandemic is the perfect time to start planning a trip, we still need to wait for the green light to actually go to all the wonderful destinations in the world (let alone just dine at the restaurant down the street). Here’s how we’ll figure out

2020 Alaska Cruise Season Suffers as Cruise Lines Struggle With Deployment

From Alaska to Washington State and British Columbia in Canada, ports in the Pacific Northwest are facing significant financial challenges as the already-short Alaska cruise season confronts delays and cancellations from the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. Coupled with restrictions on cruising brought on by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and the temporary

Japan firm offers couples unused hotel rooms amid Covid-19 lockdown

When Keisuke Arai switched to working from home during the coronavirus pandemic, he began bickering more with his long-term girlfriend. Suspecting he wasn't alone, the Tokyo-based tourism operator wondered how couples across Japan were coping under lockdown, as they adjusted to being together 24/7 under the same roof. On April 3, he got his answer as the hashtag #coronadivorce

The tiny 'country' between England and Scotland

Nowhere does a brooding winter sky quite like the west coast of Scotland. As I looked across the open estuary of the River Esk, pale yellow sunlight filtered through streaks of low-lying cloud, reflected in the mirror-like ribbons of water and ripples of sand exposed by the retreating tide. All around, fields dipped gently to flatten out along the shore of the channel, which snakes its way westwards to the

Domestic Bookings Rise as Cruisers Seek to Support American Business

GUILFORD, CT—April 30, 2020—American Cruise Lines announced today, a strong increase in demand across its domestic portfolio of river and coastal cruises. The company cites increased awareness of U.S. cruise

The Kent State Shootings

On April 30, 1970, US President Richard Nixon announced the American invasion of Cambodia. Student demonstrators across the country began both peaceful and violent protests on the nation's campuses. At Kent

The imaginary American town that became a tourist attraction

In 2008, Argleton village in west Lancashire appeared on Google, complete with weather reports, a job site and an estate agent advertising houses for sale. Argleton vanished two years later. While its site was – and still is – a damp field in the middle of nowhere, it’s worth noting

When Travel Resumes: 5 Much-Anticipated Hotels Opening Later This Year

The hotel boom of the last few years placed a number of luxury properties in enticing locations in the pipeline to open this year. Obviously, the coronavirus pandemic and the resulting worldwide slowdown in travel delayed many of those openings. But most are continuing with

France 14-Day Coronavirus Quarantine For Most Travelers: Not Europeans

Most travelers into France–except Europeans arriving from the EU or the U.K.–will soon face a mandatory 14-day coronavirus quarantine. This under new COVID-19 controls the government is sweeping in, as it extends the French health state of emergency until at least July 24. The

Spirit will require passengers to wear face masks amid pandemic; 3 airlines mandate them Monday

On Sunday, Spirit Airlines became the latest domestic airline requiring passengers to wear face masks to prevent the spread of coronavirus. Starting Monday, passengers on United, Delta and JetBlue will begin wearing them. Spirit's new policy will take effect on May 11, the same day as

Man arrested after camping on Disney World's Discovery Island during coronavirus pandemic

Disney World has been closed since mid-March as the world faces the coronavirus pandemic. One man saw the closure as an opportunity to turn a Disney island into his personal campsite, but that didn't last long. Richard McGuire, 42, from Mobile, Alabama was arrested on April 30

15 Photos of Los Angeles on Lockdown, From Empty Freeways to a Deserted Venice Beach

Los Angeles, like the rest of California, has been under a shelter-in-place order since mid-March. Though the move was essential to quell the spread of the coronavirus, it has left the massive city of nearly 4 million, known for its bumper-to-bumper traffic and throngs of tourists

I'm a Park Ranger and I'm Worried About the Future of National Parks

I didn’t realize how serious coronavirus was until [the NPS] told me my job wasn’t going to start on time. That was in early March. A memo from the director said that no seasonals could start before May 24. It also said that people who deal with large groups of visitors, like my

Hong Kong Airport Is Testing Full-body Disinfectant Machines That Clean Passengers' Clothing and Bodies

In an effort to prevent further spread of coronavirus, Hong Kong International Airport is testing a new machine that would effectively sanitize passengers head to toe. The CLeanTech machine acts as a full-body disinfectant, killing bacteria on people’s bodies and clothing. The

Take a Virtual Tour of England’s Stunning, Bluebell-covered Forests

Did you know that almost half of the world’s bluebells are actually found in the UK? Now that you've (hopefully) gotten your fill of Texas' bluebonnets, it's time to turn your sights across the pond. The UK’s National Trust has come up with a stunning virtual bluebell experience for

A 'travel bubble' between New Zealand and Australia could be a model for the future

It may be some time before tourists are traveling the globe again. But what if you could travel through designated, approved parts of it? Politicians from Australia and New Zealand are discussing the possibility of opening up borders to each other, creating a travel corridor -- or

Crystal Cruises Temporarily Suspends River and Ocean Sailings Through June

Crystal Cruises has suspended sailings across its ocean and river fleets through the end of June as concern mounts about the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic spreading around the world. Crystal notes that passengers booked on affected voyages will be contacted by Crystal, either

Egypt Reopens Hotels for Local Tourists With Strict Conditions

Egypt is allowing hotels to reopen for domestic tourists on condition they operate at no more than 25% capacity until the end of May and implement a range of other health measures to guard against the new coronavirus, the cabinet said on Sunday. The virus has shut down

Many Crews Remain Aboard Cruise Ships After Passengers Evacuated

Passengers of cruise ships were evacuated weeks ago, but many of the crews remain on board. NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro speaks to the Guardian's Patrick Greenfield, who has been investigating why. When passengers trapped onboard cruise ships were finally allowed to

Dedication of the Empire State Building

New York City's Empire State Building was dedicated on this day in 1931. The grand building was designed by the architectural firm of Shreve, Lamb, and Harmon using earlier designs for the Reynolds Building in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Construction began on January 22, 1930. The building's spire was designed

The best travel movies to stream right now, from classics like 'Roman Holiday' to animations like 'Moana'

As the global pandemic crisis continues, most global travel remains suspended with only a fraction of the world's planes flying — and most Americans still under shelter-in-place orders at home. That leaves travelers contained in their homes, looking for ways to be entertained, distracted, and inspired. For many, that means sitting in front of a screen. As someone who loves to travel, and writes about it, I've been

Puerto Rico Is Putting on Live Tours so You Can Take an At-home Vacation

Puerto Rico wants you to know it can’t wait for you to come back when the time is right. And, to inspire your wanderlust for the gorgeous island destination, it’s offering up one of the most unique virtual tours available during quarantine. In April, Discover Puerto Rico launched its brand-new guided tours via Google Earth. However, these aren’t just any tours, but rather, they’re live guided expeditions hosted by

Outlook for Disney World and Disneyland reopenings: What will it be like? And when will parks be running?

Fans of Disney World in Florida and Disneyland in California are already dreaming of the parks' eventual reopening down the distant road. But in a world that's been through a pandemic, what will that reality look like? Little is certain, but there's one sure thing: It's a going to be different world. After all, masks and wipes and social distancing were not part of the Disney experience before the March closures. If

13 Bucket List Trips To Plan A Year In Advance

These fabulous bucket list destinations span the globe from Asia to Antarctica but have one thing in common: You should book your 2021 visit now. Right now, while we patiently wait at home until we're able to travel again, there is no better time to daydream about our perfect getaways. The time is now to plan the bucket list trips we can't wait to embark on...next year. In fact, these dream vacations actually need

12 Tiny Countries For a Big Trip Someday

The finest, tiniest nations in the world, ripe for a visit. We’re spoiled for space here in the United States. Our metroplexes sprawl out like a Floridian on a beach towel. We’ve got airports the size of San Francisco and enough protected lands to fill Peru. Texas could swallow France in one gulp, presumably with a thick coating of barbecue sauce, before begrudgingly being gobbled up by Alaska twice over. For spacious

Peek Inside This Traveling Museum of the Smallest Versions of the World’s Largest Things

Scattered along the plains and prairies of America, you'll discover a sea of concrete dinosaurs, eerie ghost towns, mysterious caves, and abandoned rest stops. The railroads may have built this country, but its roadside attractions made it the stuff of road-trip legend. Smack in the center of Kansas, you'll find the largest concentration of roadside attractions in the known universe, including dozens of versions of the

What's in store for the cruise industry?

When travelers come aboard the Zaandam, a cruise ship in the Holland America Line, they have access to nine levels of elegant lodgings, entertainment and fine dining. On the 781-foot vessel's Promenade deck, an art gallery abuts a big-screen movie theater. The Lido deck has a fitness center and full-service spa. That cornucopia of amenities has greeted guests on largely smooth sailings over the past 20

Cruise Line Helping Researchers Find Cure for COVID-19

A cruise line has announced that they are teaming up with Folding @ Home Project (FAH) in dedicating its unused computing power to help researchers find a cure for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). As the first cruise line to officially participate in this innovative project, Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line is calling on its industry partners and peers to lend their own resources, joining the fight against COVID-19

Why Hotel Designers Predict Bright Times Ahead

The global hotel industry will in all likelihood rebound quite nicely once things return to some sense of normalcy, according to top architects who specialize in hotel design. Given the current situation, hotels around the world are facing challenges the likes of which they’ve never experienced. However, the design work seems to be remaining steady, especially with clients that have been planning and budgeting for

Ryanair Will Cut 3,000 Jobs And Delay Aircraft Deliveries As It Prepares For Slow Recovery

Ryanair will cut up to 3,000 jobs and delaying delivery of new planes, it said Friday, as it prepares for a slow recovery in travel from the coronavirus pandemic. “We are in active negotiations with both Boeing BA, and Laudamotion’s A320 lessors to cut the number of planned aircraft deliveries over the next 24 months, which could reduce our capex commitments, to more accurately reflect a slower and more

Makeup Mogul Bobbi Brown Is Auctioning Off a Wellness Weekend at Her Boutique Hotel

If you’ve heard of makeup, you’ve heard of Bobbi Brown. The legendary makeup artist, best-selling author, and entrepreneur changed the beauty industry when she created Bobbi Brown Cosmetics — a company aimed at bucking the trend of “stark contours and shiny red lips” for a softer, more natural look — back in 1991. Now a household name, Bobbi Brown has created an empire that includes cosmetic and

Life after coronavirus: Ready to travel as soon as it's safe? So is everyone else

Everyone has a touch of cabin fever after the worldwide coronavirus lockdowns. So it's no surprise that people want to travel soon. But how soon may come as a surprise. Jill Kaiserman, a retired teacher from Wayne, Pennsylvania, is eager to trade one cabin for another. She's already made plans to drive to her second home in Maine this summer. "It's the perfect kind of place for social distancing," she says

American Airlines And United Report Nearly $4 Billion In Combined Losses

Two more airlines are reporting staggering losses due to the coronavirus pandemic. American Airlines announced Thursday that because of a sharp decline in air travel, the company lost more than $2.2 billion in the first quarter of 2020. United Airlines reported a $1.7 billion loss for the quarter. Few industries have been as hard hit by the pandemic as airlines, as the number of air travelers has plummeted 95% over

George Washington Takes Office

On this date in 1789, George Washington took the oath of office at Federal Hall in New York City to become the first President of the United States. He remains the only president ever to have received 100% of the Electoral College votes. John Adams was elected as his Vice President. Only reluctantly did he agree to serve

12 Best Beaches in Florida

You can splurge on plane tickets to Bermuda or Cancun, but the reality is that you can find some of the world’s most beautiful beaches right here in the U.S. Thanks to Florida’s 8,436 miles of coastline, beaches with soft sand and crystal clear water are just a short flight (or even drive) away. But with all that shoreline, finding the state’s best beaches requires some research. We’ve curated some of our favorite

CitizenM Is One of the Trendiest Hotels on the Planet — and It's Bringing Design Ideas, Cocktails, and More To Your Home

Bring the hotel home while we’re all stuck inside. One of the best feelings about traveling is arriving at your hotel, settling into your room, and just taking a few moments to absorb the ambiance. At citizenM hotels, this is doubly true. Not only does this hotel chain offer comfortable rooms, but also a creative, colorful atmosphere that guests (and non-guests) can enjoy. But since it’s not possible to visit most

The rise of bubble tea, one of Taiwan's most beloved beverages

What do a sexy Hong Kong icon, a bankrupted entrepreneur and a failed military defense campaign have in common? They all contributed to the rise of bubble tea, the insanely popular Taiwanese drink that's taken the world by storm in recent years. Invented in the 1980s, bubble tea (also called "black pearl tea" or "boba tea") is a beloved Taiwan classic. Though there are dozens of different variations, at its

A new Hyperloop train network could take you from Paris to Amsterdam in just 90 minutes

Getting around Europe could be much easier — and much faster — within the next decade. A Dutch company called Hardt Hyperloop announced that it may soon be able to construct a low-energy, super fast train that could take travelers from Paris to Amsterdam in about 90 minutes, Lonely Planet reported. The company is dedicated to working on urban decongestion, overpopulation, better access to rural

Are Any Travel Destinations Not Under Coronavirus Restrictions?

There’s no precedent in history of travel restrictions affecting 100% of global destinations — until now. As with so many sectors of the global economy, the tourism industry is living history in the making. According to a report, recently released, from the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), the United Nations’ agency for tourism, as of today literally every location on the global tourism map has enacted

US weighs restricting travel from Brazil amid fears it may be next coronavirus hot spot

The U.S is considering restricting travel from Brazil as the country's outbreak of the novel coronavirus worsens and threatens to make it the new epicenter of the pandemic. But even as the Trump administration considers such strong steps, it continues to tout its ties to Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, who critics say is the reason the caseload in Latin America's largest country has exponentially risen. The right

Germany dashes tourism sector's hopes on lockdown

But in a blow to its tourism sector, its warning against worldwide travel has now been extended until 14 June. Foreign Minister Heiko Maas said Germany's fight against the pandemic was not at a stage where he could "recommend carefree travel". "People won't be able to spend a holiday as they usually know it, on full beaches or in full mountain huts." Germany warned on Wednesday that its economy could shrink

Domestic flights begin returning to the skies in Asia amid Covid-19 pandemic

Amid the global Covid-19 pandemic, people around the world are wondering when life will return to "normal." The word normal is, of course, relative, but a spate of domestic flight routes slowly opening up in Asia and the Pacific give clues into what the aviation industry could look like in the weeks and months ahead. China, Vietnam, Malaysia, Thailand and Australia are among the countries set to resume or

What Travel Could Look Like After Coronavirus

Many aspects of life will likely never return to normal after COVID-19, but here's how flying will be changed forever because of the coronavirus pandemic. If the novel coronavirus pandemic has taught us anything, it's probably that we don't wash our hands enough and we touch way too much stuff—including our face. While much of everyday life will be changed forever because of COVID-19, here's a look

Dutch teens sail home across the Atlantic due to coronavirus travel restrictions

A group of teenagers sailed 4,500 nautical miles across the Atlantic because they feared coronavirus restrictions would prevent them from flying home to the Netherlands. "It was really scary because before that we had been making jokes like, 'Oh, we can always cross the Atlantic if necessary,' but it was more like a joke," said Isabella van den Hout, 16, after they docked in the Dutch port of Harlingen on

Why 18 Carnival Cruise Ships Are Meeting Up in the Bahamas This Week

Carnival Cruise Line has announced that 18 of their cruise ships will meet in the Bahamas over the next few days. The cruise line is planning on using nine of the ships to repatriate more than 10,000 healthy crew members who remain on board due to restrictions limiting air travel to Asia, Africa, Europe, India and Latin America. The cruise ships have been at various U.S. homeports provisioning supplies and

American cruise workers denied disembarkation: 'Treating us like disease vectors instead of humans'

Melinda Mann is one of more than 750 crew members – nine of whom are American citizens – stuck on board Holland America's MS Oosterdam after it disembarked its last passengers in March amid the coronavirus pandemic. Mann, a 25-year-old youth program manager from Georgia, boarded in late February and worked until her contract ended on April 18. But due to the coronavirus pandemic and ensuing

Joan of Arc Enters Orleans

For over 116 years, France and England were at war. The English House of Plantagenet and the French House of Valois both claimed the French throne based on lineage. In April of 1429, the French city of Orleans was under siege by the English. The battle was a stalemate. English forces were not strong enough to break

Southwest CEO: Travel won't resume until places like Disney World reopen

Southwest Airlines filled just 6 percent of its seats in April and doesn't expect the figure to inch up past 10 percent in May. "The traffic levels are next to zero at this point,'' Southwest CEO Gary Kelly said in an interview on CNBC Tuesday. So what will it take for passengers to return amid the coronavirus pandemic? Travel attraction reopenings and new safety measures at the airport and on airplanes, Kelly said

Obama’s Healthcare Guru: What It Will Take For Americans To Travel Again

As about a dozen governors around the country begin to relax COVID-19 restrictions, some stir-crazy Americans are already champing at the bit to take their first post-pandemic getaway. But are they jumping the gun? Obama’s healthcare guru thinks they might be asking the wrong questions. “Don’t ask yourself ‘Does my governor think it’s safe?’ or ‘Do the politicians allow me to do it?’” said Andy Slavitt, who

Five weeks off and nowhere to go: How coronavirus sabotaged the European vacation

Last week, the Czech Republic’s alcohol industry trade body shared some sobering news. Although market researchers had noted a 14% year-over-year uptick in booze sales for March, those sales comprised all that retailers had sold to locals who were staying at home during the country’s coronavirus lockdown. Sales in hotels, restaurants, and bars had flatlined—unsurprisingly, given their closure—and, when

British Airways set to cut up to 12,000 jobs

The airline's parent company, IAG, said it needed to impose a "restructuring and redundancy programme" until demand for air travel returns to 2019 levels. The pilots' union Balpa said it was "devastated" at the news and vowed to fight "every single" job cut. IAG also owns Spanish airline Iberia and Ireland's Aer Lingus. In a statement, IAG said: "The proposals remain subject to consultation, but it is likely

A New California: Virtual travel and the revival of the road trip

The longing to get out of the house is perhaps stronger than ever. The coronavirus has forced us to cancel everything from spring break travel to weekend get-aways. For now, the only way we’re traveling is virtually. If you haven’t already taken advantage of it, you can tour a national park online on the national park website:

Teaching kids at home? Classroom-worthy virtual experiences can ease your burden

Magician Mat Franco continues to shine, even though his nightly show on the Vegas Strip shut down in mid-March because of the coronavirus. Instead of being onstage, he is online. “This isn’t the same thing as just filming a video and putting it up on Instagram,” said Franco, an “America’s Got Talent” winner. “It’s happening and I’m interacting with everyone who’s in the chat.” Across America

10 Best Places to Retire in Florida

Retiring in Florida is a goal for many baby boomers across the country – and the world, for that matter. Year-round warm weather, sandy beaches, natural beauty, theme parks, and plenty of cultural attractions make the Sunshine State an attractive place to settle down. In addition to all of that, tax advantages are a major draw. Florida has no state income tax, and that holds true for social security benefits

American Airlines Donated 25,000 Meals That Would Have Been Served in the Air

In what has become a common effort among airlines, American has donated 25,000 meals through a partnership with local restaurants in Chicago and Washington, D.C. The airline teamed up with the LEE Initiative’s Restaurant Workers Relief Program to donate the meals that would have been served inflight. The LEE Initiative has turned local restaurants in cities across the country into relief centers offering to-go

Lithuanian city flirts with becoming one large outdoor café

Restaurants, cafés and bars in the Old Town of Vilnius, Lithuania, used to be fortunate to have a sidewalk table or two as part of their overall business operations. But in a concerted effort to keep businesses such as these afloat, Vilnius Mayor Remigijus Šimašius has put a generous spin on the city's outdoor dining scene. On the city's plazas, squares and streets, "nearby cafés will be able to set up outdoor

Luxury hotels benefited from PPP loans. So did the investment trusts that own them

The Ritz-Carlton on Peachtree Street in Atlanta’s downtown boasts well-appointed suites with skyline views, chic amenities and a cocktail bar that slings $17 juleps. Before the coronavirus pandemic forced the hotel to close its doors, a standard room could go for between $440 and $650 a night. To offset the financial impact of the virus, the hotel applied for a potentially forgivable loan through the federal

Stranded At Sea: Nearly 800 Crew Members Stuck On Cruise Ship For 45 Days Over Coronavirus Concerns

Holland America cruise ship Oosterdam sailed out from the Port of Los Angeles Tuesday night — with its crew still aboard. The last time the ship had passengers was March 14, before the coronavirus pandemic exploded in the United States. Ever since, nearly 800 crew members from 100 countries have been stranded at sea. Holland America had hoped that they would be able to disembark the crew in Los Angeles

MSC Cruises Further Extends Global Suspension of Cruise Operations to July 10

MSC Cruises has further extended the global suspension of all its cruise operations from May 29 to July 10. The line is giving passengers a Future Cruise Credit (FCC) which allows them to transfer the full amount paid for their cancelled cruise to a future cruise of their choice -- on any ship, for any itinerary -- through to the end of 2021. In addition, UK & Irish passengers will receive an additional 25 percent FCC to

Aloha Airlines Flight 243

On April 28, 1988, Aloha Airlines Flight 243 took off from Hilo International Airport at 1:25 PM for the short flight to Honolulu. On board were 90 passengers and five crew members. At approximately 1:48 PM, the aircraft reached its flight altitude of 24,000 feet when a section of the hull on the forward left side of the

'What was I waiting for?' A procrastinator faces a lifetime of travel regrets

There are travel planners and travel procrastinators. I've always been one of those leave-it-for-the-last-minute types. Weddings and holidays were prime reasons to get away, since they conveniently came with planned destinations. But actually organizing vacations usually fell to the bottom of my priority list. I always waited for the perfect trips to find me. Maybe this was a residual effect from being a travel

How To Plan For Travel’s Expensive New Normal

Recent surveys from sources like the Global Business Travel Association and a new BVK survey focusing on US traveler’s recovery preferences show that travel’s “new normal” won’t look like anything we’ve seen before. American travelers for both business and leisure say they won’t be flying internationally any time soon. National travel will take first priority as the BVK survey shows. Most travelers will not

JetBlue to require all customers to wear face coverings during travel

JetBlue will require all customers to wear face coverings during travel starting on May 4, according to a release from the airline. JetBlue made the announcement Tuesday, saying “the policy comes after the airline began requiring all crewmembers to wear face coverings while working.” “JetBlue has modeled its policy on the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines that indicate all individuals should wear a

Travel 'bubble' idea may be first step in reopening tourism between Australia, New Zealand

Residents of Australia and New Zealand may eventually be able to resume tourism within their own travel “bubble” following the coronavirus pandemic, the countries' leaders are suggesting. Australia Prime Minister Scott Morrison said last week that both he and New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern had discussed the possibility of reopening tourism between the two countries in what’s being

The Books We’re Turning to Right Now: Women Who Travel Podcast

While we posted a podcast episode chock full of book recommendations back in January, featuring Riverhead Books' Jynne Dilling Martin and the National Books Foundation's Lisa Lucas, it now feels like a lifetime ago—and we need the escape that books provide now more than ever. So, Lisa is back, this time calling in from Los Angeles, and is joined by New York Times-bestselling author and Books Are Magic

TSA finds more guns despite coronavirus-prompted travel slowdown

With far fewer people flying because of travel restrictions during the coronavirus pandemic, airport security screeners are naturally finding fewer guns in carry-on baggage. But the ratio of guns to passengers seeking to board airplanes has jumped sharply. The Transportation Security Administration said Monday that it found 58 guns at checkpoints from March 22 to April 22, compared with 346 guns over the

The Swiss city where even fun is serious

Until 18:00, Basel is all business. It’s not somewhere you can waltz into a meeting five minutes late – not in this Swiss city whose major industries, chemicals and pharmaceuticals, are all about precision and control. But when the workday is done, Basel quickly reveals its other, pleasure-loving face. In summer, hundreds of professionals stroll down to the banks of the Rhine and strip down to their skivvies

'Levels we have never seen': Phoenix saw 70% drop in hotel occupancy due to coronavirus

Though considered essential and permitted to stay open during stay at home orders, beloved resorts in Phoenix like the Biltmore, Phoenician, Omni and JW Marriott Desert Ridge have each closed their doors over the months of March and April in response to efforts to contain the spread of the new coronavirus. Now, the Arizona Office of Tourism is releasing some data showing the extent of the impact to

Hilton Is Introducing New Cleaning Techniques Across All Its Hotels

Hotels have always abided by rigorous cleaning standards, but in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak, it will become imperative for them to enact even more stringent measures to put guests at ease. Today, hospitality company Hilton has announced a new cleanliness plan, dubbed “Hilton CleanStay with Lysol Protection,” which it will begin rolling out in June. The Hilton hotel company, which has more than

Disney’s ‘The Lion King’ on Broadway Is Offering a Free Online Theater Course for Kids

While families might not have the option to head to a theater or take a dance class in-person right now, various enriching virtual experiences are popping up all over the internet. One of the latest comes from Disney Theatrical Productions. The Lion King Experience is a holistic arts education program that provides kids and their parents with an immersive introduction to theater through the lens of the

Barefoot in the park: the joy of walking over rocks and roots

Before I moved to Banff in 2014, I imagined life in the mountains of Banff national park would be idyllic. I’d work from home in the mornings and swim in icy lakes in the afternoons. Instead, I occupied the shadow side of mountain culture, one not portrayed in tourism brochures. What came next was internet addiction, isolation, social anxiety and insomnia, much of it fuelled by my crippling fear of bears

Some Northern Europe Cruise Ports Re-open

Cruise ships are still out of service because of the COVID-19 pandemic, but some cruise ports have started re-opening, including Edinburgh, Stockholm, Southampton, Oslo and St. Petersburg. The detailed list of cruise port openings and proposed re-openings totals 113 port and destination respondents, and comes courtesy of Cruise Britian and Cruise Europe organizations (with support from Cruise

Disney Cruise Line cancels all sailings until at least late June

Disney Cruise Line became the latest to delay its sailings into June because of the coronavirus pandemic. An update to the cruise line’s website said Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy, which sail out of Port Canaveral, have canceled cruises that depart through June 18. Disney Magic, which was scheduled to go to Europe for the summer, had all sailings canceled until mid-July while Disney Wonder, which

The Death of Magellan

Fernao de Magalhaes, better known in English as Ferdinand Magellan, convinced the Spanish King to finance the quest for a western route to the Indonesian Islands. On September 20, 1519, Magellan set sail. It took him over a year of sailing the Atlantic and then southward along the coast of South America before he came

11 Travel Photographers Share the Photos Helping Them Take a Mental Vacation Right Now

Travel + Leisure reached out to a handful of professional photographers to see how — in this time where they may not be able to travel and work — they are learning to connect with and use their photographs taken on recent travels as a form of armchair escapism. The power of an image can be deeply transporting, and in this time when we all need an escape from reality, we can turn to them to find a

9 Incredible Private Villas in the Maldives That Hardly Seem Real

A vacation paradise for the ultra-rich, celebrities, and honeymooners, the Maldives is one of the world’s ultimate luxury destinations. With more than 100 properties, many of them five-star, there are plenty of places to choose from. But only a select few have truly over-the-top private residences that come with exclusive perks. Take a private yacht to your multi-bedroom overwater estate? They can do that. Movie

10 of the best road trips to take … by audiobook

Least Heat-Moon dodges America’s freeways and cities in his van, known as Ghost Dancing, in favour of back roads and one-horse towns, deliberately making detours to places such as Love Joy, Tennessee; Gassaway, West Virginia; and Intercourse, Pennsylvania, to discover how they got their names. Actor Joe Barrett provides the perfect narrator’s voice, encapsulating the inquisitiveness, humour and, at times

Postcard from the future: ‘I dream of Berlin's pristine lakes’

At home in locked-down Dorset, I look out of my study window. Beyond the horizon I imagine launching myself on wild journeys: trekking Nepal’s high Annapurna trail or paddling a canoe across the dark mirror of a Canadian lake and leaving a trail of twisting whirlpools in my wake. In our changing new age, and with the need to limit long-haul air travel, I know that I’ll never reach many of my fancied, far afield

Love the national parks? Thank oft-forgotten President Benjamin Harrison for the treasures

Benjamin Harrison’s presidency is sometimes dismissed as a failure. Even his preservation of millions of acres of land and forests is often overlooked and a surprise to conservation experts. Harrison, the only president to come from Indiana, served from 1889 to 1893. One visit to America's first national park, Yellowstone, established in 1872, can intensify one’s love of nature and conservancy. That’s what hooked

5 reasons why you should buy a plane ticket for travel later this year — and 7 reasons why you shouldn't

Enticing flight deals for the fall are tempting quarantined travelers to consider life beyond the pandemic despite the lingering uncertainty of the global situation. Airlines, in their attempt to re-inspire confidence, have implemented numerous passenger-friendly strategies to get consumers back on planes including waiving fees. The potential dangers of booking travel months in advance when the virus is not yet

50 Million Travel Industry Jobs May Be Lost, 50 Percent Of Travel Cut — Due To Coronavirus

Tourism has been a tireless, growing economic engine, an $8 trillion industry based on a rosy future whatever the world’s setbacks. And it has surmounted challenges in the past, such as after 9/11 when it shrank by 31.6%. “The impact on travel is six or seven times greater than the 9/11 attacks,” says Roger Dow, president and CEO of the U.S. Travel Association, an industry that generates $2.6 trillion in

Many Americans ready to travel once lockdown lifted, polls show

Americans are chomping at the bit to get the heck out of home and hit the road again — even if they have to share their medical history to do it, two new survey show. Nearly half — 46% — of 30,787 Americans nationwide surveyed by polling firm PiplSay said they will travel immediately after any lockdown is lifted. About a fifth, 19%, will wait two and six months and another 18% aren’t planning any travel. Of

Flight Attendants Warn: The Airlines Need To Stop Flying Now

Should the airlines stop flying during the coronavirus pandemic? America’s flight attendants think so. In recent days, scenes of packed airplanes with passengers not wearing masks have made the news. And while major carriers are allowing passengers to switch seats to help with social distancing, they are not requiring passengers to wear masks or stay six feet away from each other. The risky situation has

In China, finding hope amid coronavirus

In early February, as the novel coronavirus gathered force, it was impossible to ignore the heartrending news coming out of Wuhan, China. I was about 945km away in Taiwan, where I started keeping a close eye on WeChat, the do-everything messaging and social-media app that rules China. Among unsettling accounts of people collapsing on the street and bodies being carried out of apartment blocks

Nearly 150 Total Coronavirus Cases Confirmed on Cruise Ship in Japan

Nearly 150 cases of coronavirus infection have been confirmed among crew members of an Italian cruise ship docked in Japan after health authorities finished testing everyone on board, an official said on Saturday. The Nagasaki prefecture official said 57 more crew had tested positive, bringing the total infections on board the Costa Atlantica to 148, roughly one quarter of the vessel's 623 crew members

'Seaface': Royal Caribbean Cruises hopes to trademark face mask as coronavirus spreads

Dying to get back on a cruise ship when the CDC's no-sail order expires but nervous about the potential spread of coronavirus on board? Royal Caribbean is looking for a solution. On April 8, the cruise company filed an application with the United States Patent and Trademark Office to trademark their very own sanitary face mask, aptly named "Seaface." “Right now, it’s just an idea,” Royal Caribbean spokesperson

Cruise Ships Sailed On Despite The Coronavirus. Thousands Paid The Price

As the coronavirus spread across the world in early 2020, millions of people found themselves in what is now understood to be one of the most dangerous places during a pandemic: a cruise ship. Just how many passengers and crew got sick or died is impossible to know. No global health body or regulatory agency is known to be tracking those statistics. And the cruise industry — which downplayed

Founding of the Library of Congress

President John Adams signed into law an act establishing the Library of Congress on April 24, 1800. The same act transferred of the seat of government of the United States from Philadelphia to the District of Columbia. The law made available the sum of $5,000 "for the purchase of such books as may be

Win a Trip Anywhere in the World in 2021 for You and Your Mom Just in Time for Mother's Day

Mother’s Day is just around the corner. Though you may not be able to spend time with your mom in person this year you could still give her the ultimate gift of spending quality time with one another in the future by taking a trip together. Best of all, you could do it for free. Stride Travel, a community marketplace for global adventure trips, launched a new contest just in time for Mother’s Day. The

A trip around the world through local radio stations

I’d missed the joke about the three-legged chicken. It was causing a stir. “That one about the chicken with three legs you told yesterday,” said a presenter on Ireland’s Midwest Radio’s afternoon show, “apparently Ronald Reagan told it first.” “Did he, now?” the co-host replied. “Yes. You stole a joke from Ronald Reagan.” “Jeez, I’m going as red as a tomato here.” The conjunction of tripedal fowl

Airlines Are Trying to Cut Service to Smaller Airports During Coronavirus

When travel starts to ramp up again after the coronavirus outbreak, small airports and cities could face a unique challenge: getting airlines to return. Carriers are canceling flights and considering cutting routes to smaller airports due to the low demand from passengers during the pandemic. Route suspensions and flight cancellations are happening in droves at every U.S. airport—big and

In Lebanon, Vacant Apartments Are Given to Those on the Front Lines

Over the past year, Lebanon's citizens have been determined to broker a peaceful revolution. After protests throughout 2019, the prime minister’s resignation in January, and the more recent installment of a new government, it seemed like change was coming. Then came the coronavirus outbreak. A medical emergency was declared throughout Lebanon on March 15, shutting down everything from schools

Broadway’s Biggest Stars Are Doing Virtual Meet and Greets, Singing Lessons, and Sending Personalized Videos

If you can’t go to the theater, bring the theater to you. Broadway shows, like other businesses in New York City, have had to temporarily shut down in response to the coronavirus outbreak. While you can’t enjoy live shows like "Dear Evan Hansen" and "Hamilton," you can still get a taste of Broadway virtually through Broadway Plus. Broadway Plus is a company that creates and promotes VIP packages and

The Ghost Airline That Has Linked Cairo and Tel Aviv for Decades

In 2007, Michael Paley went to Cairo to visit his daughter, Naamah, a junior at the University of Michigan who was spending a semester in Egypt studying Arabic. He had a work trip in Israel scheduled for a few weeks later, so he asked one of the trip administrators to book him a ticket directly from Cairo to Tel Aviv. It’s a 50-minute flight on a clear day. “I wasn’t nervous before about it,” he says, recalling

Japanese Officials Perplexed By COVID-19 Outbreak Aboard Cruise Ship Docked For Months

Japanese officials are perplexed by a coronavirus outbreak on board an Italian-operated cruise ship that has been docked for months—with 48 crew members testing positive as of Thursday⁠—and becoming the latest cruise ship to struggle with containing the virus. The ship, Costa Atlantica, has 623 crew on board and no passengers; it has been docked in Japan’s Nagasaki City since late January

How Oslo Will Celebrate Norway’s National Day Under Coronavirus Restrictions

Norway's Constitution Day celebrations on May 17 usually see Norwegians shake off their reserved shells to enjoy one big, national party. In the capital, Oslo, thousands of people fill Karl Johans gate to watch a parade of children from local schools wave to the Royal Family, all accompanied by the sound of marching bands. Except this year. With major events banned until mid-June under Norway's

Spanish resort launches coronavirus-free seals for hotels — where hugs will be banned

Alicante, Spain, is to introduce “Covid free” certificates for its hotels which will see a ban on hugs, handshakes or kisses for clients, protective gear for chambermaids, voice-operated lifts and chambermaids with masks. The Alicante Tourist Board and the Provincial Association of Hotels of the Province of Alicante (APHA) have created a security badge called “Alicante Covid Free” for hotels that

Local Hotels Seeing Decline In Business Due To COVID-19

Shelter in place orders naturally means fewer people are traveling, and that’s having a big impact on hotels. Hotels depend on those travelers to help keep their doors open. At Days Inn in Columbus, an empty lobby and empty bedrooms have become the new normal due to the coronavirus. “Honestly speaking business has been really dull,” said Netri Patel, who works at the fron desk at the hotel. “We

The world's most-populous Muslim nation just banned holiday travel over Ramadan

Indonesia has temporarily banned domestic road, air and sea travel starting Friday to prevent the spread of coronavirus, as millions of Muslims mark the start of the holy month of Ramadan. Indonesia is the world's most populous Muslim nation and tens of millions of people make their way home to celebrate the end of Ramadan each year with families and loved ones, an annual tradition called mudik

Coronavirus travel restrictions in Thailand allow shy wildlife to emerge

It’s rare to see a threatened species of sea mammal in shallow waters in southern Thailand but thanks to travel restrictions that have stripped popular destinations of crowds of tourists, a large group of dugongs has made their presence known. Drone video footage released by the Department of National Parks shows a 30-strong herd of dugongs on Wednesday off Libong island in Trang province

Founding of the Conch Republic

Drug smuggling and illegal immigration during the early 1980's found a home in southern Florida. The United States Border Patrol set up a roadblock and an inspection point in Key West to stop vehicles for searches. Both local citizens and tourists were greatly inconvenienced. Delays became so notorious that

The book that inspired me to travel

I read Jupiter’s Travels while living in Cambodia. Ted Simon’s tales of his motorcycle adventure around the world is so thrilling and adventurous that I immediately went out and bought an old Honda. I dreamed of following in his tyre tracks and travelling around the world, being welcomed as a hero everywhere I’d go. I didn’t get very far – the Vietnamese authorities wouldn’t allow the bike over the

Ask the Captain: Would you fly domestically if you had to travel right now?

Do you feel that air travel domestically is currently safe, given all the cleaning and people wearing masks? Yes, If I needed to travel, I would fly. The higher risk is the interaction with people on the ground. I support the practice of social distancing and based on what I have seen, the airlines are doing a good job of cleaning the airplanes. I am looking forward to returning to regular travel once the

Koalas injured in Australia bushfires re-released into wild

In a spot of good news, several koalas who were injured in bushfires in Australia in 2019 have been re-released into the wild. The marsupials were being treated at the world's only all-koala hospital, located in the New South Wales town of Port Macquarie. One of the most famous of the group is Anwen, a female whose photos went viral due to the severe nature of her burns -- they covered 90% of

The best places to rock climb in the world – in pictures

We can only dream of travel and adventure right now, but a new book about the best climbs across the world might provide inspiration. From the deserts of Utah to a manmade mountain in Austria, it highlights the greatest locations for adrenaline junkies. Fifty Places To Rock Climb Before You Die by Chris Santella is published by Abrams Image

The Fascinating History Behind Why We Celebrate Earth Day

As the world celebrates Earth Day on April 22, many may not know how the holiday came about, or even that 2020 is the 50th anniversary of the holiday. Fifty years ago, a senator from Wisconsin, Gaylord Nelson, launched a national effort in 1970 and called it, of course, “Earth Day.” That year, communities around the country hosted “teach-ins,” rallies, and marches about man’s environmental

Dr. Jane Goodall Would Rather Sail Around the World Than Go Through TSA

Dr. Jane Goodall may be 86 years old and quarantined at home in London, but the respected primatologist says she's busier than ever. Granted, Goodall has never been one for sitting still. The British scientist-turned-activist is best known for her 60-year-long study of Africa's chimpanzees, which included living among the primates in Tanzania's Gombe National Park at the ripe age of 26. Though she

Nesting Sea Turtles Are Thriving on Florida’s Empty Beaches

With the state’s beaches closed in an effort to stop the spread of coronavirus, researchers say that sea turtles have been able to build without any disruptions—good news for the threatened creatures. David Godfrey, Executive Director for the Sea Turtle Conservancy told CNN that less garbage, fewer people, and less disorientation caused by artificial lights for hatchlings, bodes well for this year’s nesting

Cunard Extends Suspension of Global Cruise Operations Until July 31, Cancels Alaska Season

Cunard has further extended its fleet operations until July 31st and cancelled its entire Alaska season on Queen Elizabeth. A statement from the line read: "For Queen Elizabeth, maintaining a shorter summer season in Alaska would not make these voyages viable, so the cruise line has taken the practical decision to cancel the entire Alaska season and all departures up to and including the 8 September

New Zealand Will Be Waiting For You When This Is All Over

New Zealand remains on the top of many tourist’s travel bucket lists. A land of extreme natural beauty, New Zealand awes and impresses at every turn. From a trendy urban capital city to vineyards that stretch for miles, the deepest lush valleys and inviting beaches, New Zealand has earned its place as one of the most desirable places to visit on Earth. But now that the world is in lock down

Travel Bans During COVID Crisis Fuel Call For Timeshare Reform

In the wake of COVID-19, a flood of timeshare owners have tried to cancel their contracts, citing travel bans and health fears that make them untenable. Disastrous as it is, the pandemic alone is not a valid reason to exit a timeshare, according to timeshare exit companies. However, there are plenty of valid reasons to cancel a contract for a timeshare, including exorbitant maintenance fees, false

Amabie: The Japanese monster going viral

In Japan, as parts of the country declare a state of emergency, people here have been reacting to the Covid-19 pandemic in a unique way: by sharing images online of a mystical, mermaid-like being believed to ward off plagues. Largely forgotten for generations, Amabie, as it’s known, is an auspicious yokai (a class of supernatural spirits popularised through Japanese folklore) that was first

34 crew members positive for COVID-19 on docked Costa Atlantica; Costa Deliziosa docks in Italy

More than a month after the no-sail order from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the cruise industry is continuing slow progress towards a halt in operations in the face of coronavirus. A few cruise ships have guests on board, and others are still hosting crew members, some of whom are facing difficult conditions, including time on board without pay. "All ships within the CLIA fleet have

The First Earth Day

On April 22 of each year, millions of people celebrate Earth Day, regarded by many to mark the birth of the modern environmental movement. Gaylord Nelson, a Democratic Senator from Wisconsin, was the principal founder of the first Earth Day. Senator Nelson hired a young environmental activist, Denis Hayes

Everyone is still traveling ... in their living room

Just a few weeks ago, engineer Philipp Klein Herrero emerged from his sleeping bag, scaled a snowy mountain, skied off the top slopes and hit a near 360 degree turn before crashing to the ground. Herrero managed this dream adventure while keeping to social distancing rules. He just did the whole thing from his apartment. Herrero, who lives in Barcelona, spent 10 hours creating an entire ski trip from

The era of peak travel is over

For years, I’ve perfected my personal travel routine: scrubbing my tray table, seatbelt, armrests, and screen before I triumphantly sink into a sterilized seat. I typically fly more than 100,000 miles a year, and I’ve come to attribute a lot of my general good health on the road to this fastidious in-flight choreography — so what if it’s placebo effect at play? When Naomi Campbell went viral last year for her

I’m a Safari Guide—And Coronavirus Will Change the Future of Safaris

March is when we started taking the virus seriously. Asilia did COVID-19 training for every staff member, especially guides and waiters—the people who face our guests the most. Hugging or handshakes were suddenly taboo. We washed our hands constantly and used hand sanitizer, and always left enough space between each [safari] vehicle. We actually had clients staying at our camps through the

How Marriott's New Cleaning Protocols Will Make Future Guests Feel at Ease

When travel restrictions brought on by the coronavirus eventually do lift, Marriott's new cleanliness initiative will help guests feel comfortable as soon as they arrive for a much-needed trip. Helmed by a variety of experts, the hotel company's newly announced "Global Cleanliness Council" will aim to uphold new cleaning protocols at each of their locations. In addition to Marriott's senior leaders

Enjoy Island Living While Stuck at Home by Taking a Virtual Trip to Aruba

Grab a daiquiri and enjoy an island vacation from your couch. Let’s face it: Jetting off to Aruba sounds extra nice right now. While we’re all staying home in order to do our part to combat the spread of coronavirus, it’s easy to feel the pangs of wanderlust. Luckily, the Aruba Tourism Authority has a number of ways to enjoy the island’s culture and natural beauty all from the comfort of home. The

Save The World From Your Couch With These Global Earth Day Programs

Since humans went into isolation, skies have been smog-free, water more pristine and animals free to roam empty streets. As we hit the pause button to ride out the coronavirus pandemic, nature is rebounding like never before. However, Mother Earth still needs our help. Earth Day, founded in 1970, to raise awareness about environmental issues, is celebrated annually as a reminder to preserve and

Delta Reports $534 Million Loss For First Quarter And Details Grim Outlook

With the coronavirus pandemic bring air travel to a near halt, Delta Air Lines DAL swung to a loss in the first quarter, and the company described a host of measures its taken to prepare for the tough months that lie ahead. With its business tailing off significantly in March, revenue fell 18% to $8.59 billion from the same period last year, it reported Wednesday morning, and it booked a net loss of

Physical distancing will end era of cheap air travel, industry warns

The days of cheap air travel will be over if airlines are forced to introduce physical distancing measures on planes because of the Covid-19 pandemic, the industry has warned. Alexandre de Juniac, the director general of the International Air Transport Association (Iata), said that if governments ordered airlines to adopt physical distancing onboard aircraft, at least a third of seats would remain empty and

Dubrovnik: The medieval city designed around quarantine

Since ancient times, societies have attempted to separate people with disease from those who remained unaffected, with references to self-isolation dating back to the Old Testament. As Covid-19 sweeps across the globe, we are advised to “self-quarantine” if we have recently returned from a part of the world where the virus is rapidly spreading, or if we have knowingly come into contact with an

Museums reveal their creepiest objects in Twitter battle

Fish-tailed monkey "mermaids." A snuff box for storing pubic hair. Enough creepy dolls to fill a haunted schoolhouse. With their doors closed due to the pandemic, museums in the UK and beyond have been taking to Twitter to showcase the most terrifying items in their collections, and it might be enough to make you glad to be safe at home. England's Yorkshire Museum threw down the gauntlet on April

Even With COVID-19 Cases, Suing Cruise Lines Is 'Extraordinarily Difficult'

The last cruise ship carrying passengers finally docked this week. On Tuesday, the Costa Deliziosa disembarked passengers in Genoa, Italy, allowing more than 1,500 people to return home after a 113-day voyage. Under an order from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, it will be another three months—at least—until cruise ships will once again be able to sail from U.S. ports. In the meantime

River Cruise Line Adding New Ports and Itineraries for 2021

Avalon Waterways, one of the leading river cruise lines in Europe, is adding new ports and itineraries on the Danube in 2021. The Danube River winds and bends through 10 countries to carve a historic path that unites fairytale villages, capital cities, cliffside castles and forested slopes for picture-perfect landscapes as far as the eye can see. Along this legendary path, Avalon Waterways has created a

Samuel Langhorne Clemens Dies

Born on November 30, 1835, Samuel Langhorne Clemens better known as Mark Twain, died on this day in 1910. Clemens was America's earliest and foremost humorist, satirist, lecturer, and writer. His novels The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn and The Adventures of Tom Sawyer are American classics. Clemens began

Travel by TV: around the UK in 10 great shows

Yes, on occasion, the Cornish scenery even outshines the shirtless Ross Poldark scything away in the fields in the BBC’s historical drama. My mum speaks highly of the mid-1970s original, and though she can remember almost nothing about it, it’s probably fair to say the Cornish locations wouldn’t have dazzled back then the way they do in the high-def 2015 remake. Among them are Holywell Bay

From Virtual Field Trips to Gardening, Here Are 9 Activities You Can Do to Celebrate Earth Day at Home

This April 22 marks the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, which was first celebrated in 1970 to raise awareness about environmental issues. Since its founding, people around the globe have honored the Earth and supported environmental initiatives on this day. Even though we may be stuck inside and unable to participate in group activities this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, we can find

Mumbai's Snacks Are Legendary—Here's How to Make Them at Home

When I go to a market in Mumbai, the first thing that hits me is the combination of smells and sounds. There’s always somebody making pav bhaji, a Mumbai specialty consisting of a soft, buttered roll served with spicy mashed vegetables, clanking his metal spoons and calling “Come buy pav bhaji!” to attract customers. Other vendors might be making dosas, sending the smell of butter sizzling on

Walking Austria's "Cheese Road" Is Heaven for Dairy Lovers

It’s impossible to tell if cheesemaker Sepp Hechenberger is delighted or affronted when entering his timber cabin and dairy farm, about a mile up the Wilder Kaiser mountain in the Tyrolean Alps of Austria. He’s stirring a copper cauldron like some kind of kinderfresser (that’s “child-eating bogeyman” to you) and tossing 50-pound wheels of his award-winning cheese across his cellar. Sepp sips a

NASA's Online Game Can Help Save the Coral Reefs — and Your Boredom During Quarantine

NASA is calling on gamers to help map and explore the world’s coral reefs. In the game, NASA NeMO-Net, players can can help train a NASA supercomputer to learn more about the ocean floor, with the help of real NASA data to identify and classify corals. Players can move across the ocean in their own research vessel, called the Nautilus, picking up and sorting the coral they find as they move. While

US announces extended travel restrictions with Mexico, Canada

The United States, Canada and Mexico will extend restrictions barring nonessential travel across their respective shared borders for another 30 days amid the coronavirus pandemic, the Trump administration announced Monday. "As President Trump stated last week, border control, travel restrictions and other limitations remain critical to slowing the spread and allowing the phased opening of the

All Our Complicated Feelings About Travel Right Now

Earlier this month, we put a call out on our Instagram and asked you to share what travel stories you were interested in hearing more of during this time of uncertainty. There were so many great ideas, some of which we'll be tackling over the coming weeks. One that stuck with us was a request to hear how our personal travel plans were being affected—so that listeners could feel a little less alone in

Will Airlines Continue to Block Middle Seats After COVID-19? Experts Say Yes

The coronavirus outbreak has caused historic shifts in the air travel industry, including sweeping new health and safety measures in airports and on planes. Airlines are blocking middle seats, altering in-flight food and beverage services, and sanitizing their planes more deeply than ever before, while fliers are having their temperatures checked multiple times in some airports. But how long will these

Chinese airlines offer insanely cheap deals to lure back travelers

From offering tickets at the cost of a vegetable to multi-seat discounts, Chinese airlines are rolling out a series of deals to attract travelers in the run-up to Labor Day -- the first major holiday since the nation came to a standstill due to Covid-19. Recording a loss of RMB39.8 billion ($5.6 billion) in the first quarter of 2020, according to the Civil Aviation Administration of China, the country's aviation

Where Are the Oldest Hotels in the World?

It’s no surprise that hospitality is one of the oldest businesses in the world: As long as people have been traveling, they’ve needed somewhere to stay. Some of the most impressive hotels on this list have been in continuous operation for hundreds of years; others spent their former lives as hospitals, castles, and convents. What we’ve come to expect from a hotel stay has changed over the

The best beach hotels in the US

The beach never gets old. It might change as the climate does, but the joy and tranquility that the beach brings doesn't ever erode. The same goes for staying at wonderful beachfront hotels. Whether they're located on paradisaical islands or romantic, windswept coastlines, lodgings that overlook the waves act like surgical glue for the soul. When we leave, we feel healed. Beachfront hotels also

The Last Three Cruise Ships at Sea Are Finally Going Home

The last three cruise ships carrying passengers will finally pull into port Monday, ending the long, quixotic journey for thousands of passengers who embarked before a global pandemic began and are returning to a whole new world. One of those ships, the Pacific Princess, is letting its remaining passengers off in Los Angeles Monday. The ship left Fort Lauderdale on January 5 with no indication

Windstar Cruises Pauses Operations Through June

Windstar Cruises is suspending operations worldwide for cruises departing March 14 through June 30, 2020. Cruisers on canceled cruises will have the choice of a future cruise credit valued at 125 percent of all monies paid to Windstar Cruises or a refund equal to the amount paid on the Windstar booking. Passengers will have until December 31, 2021 to book and sail with their FCC or to request

The Mariel Boatlift

On April 20, 1980, Cuba's Fidel Castro unexpectedly announced that any Cuban desiring to emigrate to the U.S. could do so. At the port of Mariel west of Havana, boats were made available and 125,000 Cubans pointed their small craft northward to Miami. For weeks prior, political dissent had been running high in

How a road trip with a senior dog taught me to slow down

My husband Mike waved a stick in my face, pulling my attention away from the icy tide creeping toward my feet and back to the very important task at hand. "It's your turn," he said, laughing. As I looked up, I saw our dog Bagel's amber eyes commanding to make the next move. From our first encounter, Bagel's stare has said everything her inability to speak could not. Twelve years later, we

In Kenya, an Epic Photographic Safari Through Some of Africa's Most Dramatic Landscapes

One evening last spring, a group of visitors to Kenya was parked by a dry riverbed on the Namunyak Wildlife Conservancy, drinking gin and tonics on the roof of a converted Land Cruiser while watching the sun set. Suddenly, monkeys could be heard crying in alarm — the pulse-quickening sound that typically signifies a predator’s approach. Fifteen minutes passed, during which the travelers listened

Postcard from the future: I will lose myself in Marrakech

I have never thought of myself as someone who loves crowds, but one day, when this is truly over, and we have rebuilt what we can, I will go to the souks in Marrakech. I plan to walk past sacks of spices and dyes, piles of green mint as high as a door lintel, and sweet fried bouchnikhas, and find a place to stand with my back against the wall, out of the way of bicycles and the madly confident

A Lost Viking Mountain Pass Has Melted Out of the Ice in Norway

Climate change has exposed an ancient Viking mountain route in Norway that is littered with hundreds of archeological artifacts left by travelers over a period of more than 2,000 years. The high-elevation path is located at Lendbreen on Lomseggen ridge in the Jotunheimen mountains, and was a “focal point” for regional travel with a history that dates back to the Bronze Age, according to a

America's Most Overlooked State Is About to Become a Craft Beer Destination

Cool repurposed building? Drekker brews in an 1880s locomotive repair facility, a 14,000-square-foot labyrinth of worn brick, fire-scarred beams, and ultra-modern brewing gear. Boozy hazy IPAs and bittersweet juicebox ales come in colors evoking Skittles more than beer, with playful names like Ectogasm and Wheez the Juice. Labels recall heavy-metal album covers, as does a full-wall mural

Carnival Announces Enhanced Support for Travel Agents

Carnival Cruise Line has announced enhanced support for travel agents that includes an increase in commission and other measures to support and sustain them during this unprecedented pause in operations. The enhancements include an additional 1% bonus commission on new retail bookings made through GoCCL.com or other online booking tools through June 30, 2020. The line will also

Coronavirus travel upside: More airlines banish the dreaded middle seat

More airlines are temporarily banishing one of the most dreaded aspects of modern air travel: being assigned a middle seat. To further the goal of social distancing and stem the spread of the coronavirus, some airlines are no longer assigning passengers to the middles in coach. In good times, leaving a third of the plane's seats unfilled would be considered financial suicide for airlines. But with few people

Update: Canadian Airlines Suspend International Flights And Reduce Domestic Travel Due To Coronavirus

Airlines in Canada continue to cope with ongoing travel restrictions and bans as governments around the globe try to minimize the impact of the coronavirus. Here’s what Canada’s major airlines are doing about international and domestic flights in response to continuing coronavirus travel bans. Recently, the airline announced that it would extend the suspension of international flights, as well

Will Travel Change After Coronavirus? Here's What Experts Have to Say

The outbreak of coronavirus and its rapid spread around the world have had an unprecedented impact on the travel industry. Though some airlines are still flying, including rescue flights to repatriate people to their home countries, many carriers have all but shut down for the time being. Hotels are laying off employees by the hundreds of thousands. After several ships were stuck at sea for weeks, many

The healthiest countries to live in

The fight at the frontlines of Covid-19 is being waged in clinics and hospitals around the world. But the success of that fight has, in large part, depended on the effectiveness of the healthcare systems in each country. So far, there’s been a noticeable correlation between a country’s ability to contain the virus and previous rankings of its healthcare system to provide positive health outcomes. For

Are Hotels Still Open During COVID-19?

With few people traveling, are hotels still open while the world quarantines? Many hotels are maintaining a barebones staff for first responders, family members visiting loved ones and truck drivers. However, not every hotel is open during this time. Like the airlines cutting capacity up to 90%, hotel occupancy rates are a fraction of what they usually are. Hotel brands contemplate closures on a

California secures over 15,000 hotel rooms for homeless during pandemic: gov

California has acquired over 15,000 hotel rooms to shelter homeless people during the coronavirus pandemic, Gov. Gavin Newsom said Saturday. Newsom said a new agreement with the Motel 6 hotel chain will provide an additional 5,025 hotel rooms at 47 locations in 19 counties. “Today marks an important milestone for our efforts to protect very vulnerable homeless individuals from COVID-19, and to

Norwegian Cruise Line Includes All 'Free at Sea' Amenities for Every Booking, Scales Back Dining Offer

Norwegian Cruise Line has tweaked its "Free at Sea" promotion, including all five amenities for every booking, regardless of cabin category booked. At the same time, the line has scaled back the dining portion of the promotion to reduce the number of included specialty dinners by one, for most cruises. "Our Free at Sea program has proven so popular that we have extended it to include all five

Sky Vacations Announces Ground Breaking Travel Initiative #StressFreeTravel

New York City, April 15, 2020 - Sky Vacations launched its exclusive collection of travel programs, #stressfreetravel. The Stress Free Travel collection of itineraries feature no deposit due for 60 days and no penalties for bookings cancelled from 48 hours to 7 days prior to commencement. “The credit for

A Virtual Visit to New York City: Part 1 – The Arts

The City we here at New York City Vacation Packages (NYCVP) love is suffering once again – although unfortunately this time not alone – but rather with the rest of the world. Coronavirus has stolen what many of us have taken for granted and slowly shut it all down for the foreseeable future and that includes

The Bay of Pigs Invasion

On April 17, 1961, US-backed Cuban exiles landed on Cuban shores in an ill-fated plan to overthrow Fidel Castro. Although financed and planned by the United States, the Kennedy administration withdrew its planned air support for the invasion out of fear of direct involvement, and Cuban forces defeated the

People Are Recreating Travel Photos at Home With Hilarious Results

For now, traveling from your bedroom to your living room is about the best you can hope for. Maybe if you’re lucky you’ll have a long layover in the kitchen too. However, that doesn’t mean you still can’t dream about traveling again and maybe even get a little nostalgic about travels past. You could even join the legions of people posting some truly inspirational at-home recreations of previous trips

Travel Without Leaving the House

Traveling is a favorite hobby of millions of people because it is a great way to escape your stressful life while also seeing a new part of the world. Unfortunately, traditional means of travel are just not possible right now. However, while you may not be able to leave the house, you can still find ways to experience new destinations. These are the four best ways to travel without leaving the house. Virtual

EasyJet proposes leaving middle seats empty to cut virus risk

Budget airline EasyJet is considering leaving airplane middle seats empty once Covid-19 restrictions ease and travelers return to the skies. The carrier, which has one of Europe's largest commercial aircraft fleets, said the measure would be temporary and would form part of a package of strategies for safeguarding travelers. "Based on our discussions with EASA [European Union Aviation Safety

How to make pizza like a Neapolitan master

When you think of Italy’s most memorable dishes, its beloved pizza will most likely be among your top five, if not top three, favourites. It’s an ultimate comfort food that has become an ever-growing obsession around the world. But what is it that makes pizza from Italy so special, and where do you find the very best? Like so many of the country’s most prized gastronomic delights like wine, olive oil and

'If I had your face': A peek into South Korea's secretive underground world

Dubbed one of the most anticipated novels of 2020, appearing on multiple 'must-read' lists, Frances Cha's debut book "If I had your face" offers a gripping immersion into the lesser known sides of South Korean culture. How to best sum it up? One could argue it's "Parasite" meets "Crazy Rich Asians" meets "Big Little Lies." Covering everything from the unwritten rules of the country's "room salons"

Finding Comfort (And Wine) On A Virtual Trip To Napa With Peter Mondavi Jr.

I’d never never heard the term “comfort wine” before but in a lot of ways that phrase makes a lot of sense. There were a lot of things I’d never heard of pre-global pandemic so like many people, I’m taking the time in quarantine to learn a thing or two and wine happens to be at the forefront of that list. Simply put, comfort wine is exactly what it sounds like. It’s the bottle of New Zealand Sauv Blanc you

Top Online Experiences Include Symphonies, Yoga And Sandhill Cranes

In order to provide homebound populations with a virtual respite from the current stay-at-home orders across the world, resorts and travel destinations are offering online experiences to be enjoyed from the comfort of your own home. Here are nine of the top online experiences. Massanutten Resort, an all-season adventure resort, is bringing the fresh mountain air of Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley to

NYC Transportation Workers Will Sound Their Horns in Unity Today As They Keep the City Moving

The soundtrack of New York City — meaning the rumble of its buses, ferries and trains — will make even more noise today to honor their workers who transport first responders to and from work amid the coronavirus. At 3 p.m., two one-second blasts will be heard throughout the city’s streets as thousands of drivers across the city blow their horns. Included in the moment are New York’s

Fitness Classes, Yoga Sessions, and Spa Treatments You Can Stream From Your Favorite Hotels

Right now, most of us are hunkered down at home, doing our part to help stem the spread of COVID-19. But with life thrown so far off balance these past few months—school years cut short, trips postponed, and everyday schedules tossed up in the air—we’re all in need of a little self-care. And while we can’t hit our favorite hotels for the hammams, spas, and heart-thumping fitness classes we love just

Royal Caribbean, Celebrity, Azamara and Silversea Suspend All Cruises Until June 12

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd., the parent company of Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, Azamara and Silversea Cruises, has extended its fleet suspension through June 11, 2020. The move follows the line's announcement of the suspension of all U.S. cruises as of March 13, which extended to a 30-day worldwide suspension on March 17, as a result of the global coronavirus pandemic

Singapore has a plan for the world's empty cruise ships

With cruise ships around the world being idled after hundreds of infections occurred during their voyages, they might have found a new purpose in Singapore. The city-state is studying using cruise ships to temporarily house foreign workers who have recovered from the coronavirus and tested negative, as it tries to limit the spread after cases soared in the last week. The potential measure could

Most people aren't staying at hotels due to coronavirus. Here's how they're filling rooms anyway.

Hotels across the U.S. and the world are struggling amid the coronavirus pandemic. Many have temporarily shuttered and more are on the way. Some may never reopen at all. "I don’t think the (hospitality) industry itself has yet come to terms with the full scope of every piece of minutiae that needs to be reimagined," Steve Carvell, professor of finance in the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business, told

The forgotten story of London's lost Versailles

The Duke of Wellington’s nephew has plenty to answer for. Were it not for William Wellesley-Pole’s rakish ways, east London might have a stately home – perhaps even a royal palace – to rival Versailles. Few Londoners, let alone tourists, make it to Wanstead. The leafy district in the borough of Redbridge offers a relatively affordable option for first-time buyers. There’s a “village”, according to the sales

South African Airways Repatriates Stranded South Africans From Miami

Fort Lauderdale,FL (April 15, 2020)–South African Airways (SAA), repatriated over 300 South African citizens on April 14, 2020 aboard a specially planned charter flight from the Miami International Airport (MIA) to South Africa. This flight, chartered by Workaway International, operated with SAA’s new state-of

The Birth of Charlie Chaplin

The Academy Award-winning British comedy actor Charlie Chaplin was born on this day in 1889. Chaplin is one of the most notable actors and directors of cinema history. Even today his performances greatly influence Hollywood. Over a period of 65 years in the entertainment industry, he acted, directed, wrote

Royal Caribbean Cruises sheds 26% of U.S. workers as coronavirus cancellations continue

Miami-based Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. is reducing its U.S. workforce by 26%, with more than half of those workers in South Florida, the cruise line confirmed. “Earlier today, we told our employees the difficult news that we were laying off or furloughing approximately 26 percent of our more than 5,000 coworkers in the US,” the company said in a written statement. “We earlier announced the early

Take a Virtual Tour of the Faroe Islands With a Local in Real Time

The Faroe Islands, a remote nation set halfway between Iceland and Norway is now open for (virtual) tourism. And no, this isn’t just another 360-video experience. The Faroe Islands launched a first of its kind virtual travel experience that allows virtual travelers to visit the islands from anywhere and see it all from a local’s perspective — and it’s all done live. The new Faroe Islands travel site will allow

Where we're traveling next

Like most of the world, we here at CNN have been grounded for the past several weeks. For a team that covers travel daily, this has been a challenging time. Not for lack of news, but because most of us feel at home while on the road or in the sky. Since planning travel is linked to increased happiness, we're sharing our future trips with you. And if you'd like, please share your plans with us in the

Will Small, Private Tours Become The New Travel Norm?

Now that social distancing has become embedded in the global lexicon, perhaps this form of interaction will carry over into the travel industry once things return to some sense of normalcy. As opposed to travelers booking multi-person tours, they may instead opt for small, private tours that are limited in number but large in scope. Several travel officials offer their informed opinion. Smaller groups and

Everything You Need to Know About Coronavirus and Travel

We may be staying home during the coronavirus travel restrictions, but our urge to connect to the world is stronger than ever. That's why we've spent the past month sharing dispatches from our contributors across the globe. In these uncertain times, there are also many questions that travelers desperately need answers to. We're dedicated to reporting the most up-to-date advice, whether that's

How can we be sustainable post-Covid 19?

As a travel journalist and someone who cares deeply about the future of our planet, the moral dilemma of air travel is something I constantly grapple with. I’ve reduced the number of trips I take, buy carbon offsets when I travel and focus my assignments on stories that allow me to tackle conservation issues whenever possible. But the positive effect these measures have had is hard to quantify

What Will It Take for Air Travel to Start Again?

The coronavirus pandemic has brought air travel to a screeching halt around the globe. Government restrictions and stay-at-home orders have stopped passengers from crossing borders or even leaving their homes, sapping demand for flight bookings. In the wake of these unprecedented changes, experts are beginning to look ahead to how the airline industry will restart once the outbreak is mostly

Flights to these cities likely to be nixed as bailed-out airlines seek service cuts

For travelers, getting to some cities is going to get tougher. Airlines taking federal bailout money are asking for exemptions from minimum service levels they are required to provide as a condition of their government-provided loans and grants. Of course, airlines are known for adding or reducing levels of service and the cities to which they fly all the time. But now, because of the bailout – the

Turkey's newest hotel 'floats' above ancient archaeological ruins

You could spend your vacation visiting cultural sites or luxuriating in your five-star hotel. But what if you could do both at the same place? An extraordinary new luxury hotel opened in Antakya, Turkey, earlier this year and it is at once an engineering marvel, an architectural beauty and a world-class archaeological site. Like hotels around the world, Museum Hotel Antakya is temporarily closed

Club Med Resorts To Re-Open ‘One By One’ Starting With Those In China, Fosun Tourism CEO Says

As China gradually lifts its containment measures, Atlantis Sanya on the country's popular Hainan Island re-opened for business on March 28 with an occupancy rate of 70%. The majority of those guests were from outside Hainan, mainly Shanghai, Hangzhou, Nanjing, Guangzhou and Chengdu. The early indications look promising to Jim Qian, executive chairman and CEO of Hong Kong-listed

Cruise Lines Donate Food to Local Charities

With empty ships in ports and no passengers to serve food to, a number of cruise lines have donated their excess food to local charities. Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, Hurtigruten and Windstar have all donated food to a variety of different charities after the lines suspended operations. After Braemar was forced to end its last sailing in Cuba, rather than its scheduled port of Barbados, which

See the Most Colorful Tulip Fields in the Netherlands Without Leaving Your House This Year

If you can’t go see the spring flowers, the spring flowers can now come to you — virtually. Coronavirus has affected millions (if not billions) around the world. Globally, cities have been issuing stay-at-home orders and closing down public places in order to combat the spread of the disease. Unfortunately, this also included the Keukenhof Flower Exhibit, which is nearly in full bloom during this time of

How cruise ships are cleaned, according to CEO of company that sterilized Diamond Princess after outbreak

Even after the coronavirus pandemic subsides, Americans might still be hesitant to board cruise ships, especially following recent outbreaks across several liners that prompted the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to extend a “no sail order" to ships under U.S. jurisdiction. But fear of contamination while traveling should not completely dictate your vacation plans — and the CEO of the

The Debut of Jackie Robinson

Jackie Robinson's debut on April 15, 1947 with the Brooklyn Dodgers ended professional baseball's color barrier. During the early years following his debut, Robinson endured abuse at the hands of baseball players and fans alike. The scope of his accomplishments, however, won over even the most hardened

Tell us about the book that made you want to travel

How many trips to Thailand were sold on the back Alex Garland’s The Beach, or holidays in Tuscany inspired by E M Forster? Even before lockdown, some of the best travel inspiration came not from glossy brochures or commercials, but the printed word. And now, when the idea of being whirled off to distant realms has never felt more alluring, we’d like to hear about the book that inspired you to

Filmmaker Jack Reynor Takes Us Underwater During a Conservation Trip in Seychelles

After starring in the cult favorite horror film "Midsommar" — delivering one of the breakout performances of 2019 — actor and director Jack Reynor decided to take a break from life on set. And for Reynor, "taking a break" looks like heading out into the Indian Ocean. Last December, Reynor embarked on a diving trip to assist with conservation efforts in the African island nation of Seychelles. After landing

How Will Covid-19 Affect Future Travel Behavior? A Travel Crisis Expert Explains

Since 2007, the Tourism Crisis Management Initiative at the University of Florida has studied many disasters that have threatened the travel industry, from hurricanes to the Zika virus. Beginning in January, prompted by the coronavirus-related threat in China, it began a periodic survey of Americans who travel on their perceptions of risk and anxiety related to Covid-19, and the impact of those

These Inspiring Videos Will Make You Want To Travel Again

No business has been harder hit by the coronavirus than travel. The World Tourism Organization estimates global international tourist arrivals could decline between 20% to 30% this year, causing a loss of between $30 to $50 billion in spending. Yet improbably, some of the most inspiring messages during this crisis have come from the travel industry. Their messages will make you laugh, cry — and

Will you go anywhere this fall? A look ahead to autumn travels

Nick Runge is planning to go to Italy in mid-September to host a workshop on painting watercolors, soak up the Tuscan scenery and celebrate his girlfriend's birthday. "It's at a vineyard, so they have their own wine. And then the town of Vinci where Leonardo da Vinci comes from is very close," says Runge, a Los Angeles-based artist. "This will be the first time I've ever visited Italy, so I'll be really

US government agrees on $25bn bailout for airlines as pandemic halts travel

The US government agreed a $25bn bailout for the beleaguered airline industry on Tuesday as the coronavirus pandemic brings travel to a virtual standstill. Passenger airline companies are receiving direct aid as part of the $2.2tn Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (Cares Act) economic relief package passed last month in order to allow them to continue paying salaries and benefits to

How To Virtually Travel First-Class To Hawaii – Without The Flight And Jet Lag

For travel aficionados – and Hawaii enthusiasts — it’s more important than ever to find a way to escape virtually. While you’re practicing social distancing, there are plenty of ways to fulfill your wanderlust from the comfort of your own homes — even though you’re quarantined. Halekulani, the Hawaiian word for “House Befitting Heaven,” knows a little something about delivering the perfect day

Are billionaires really self-isolating on superyachts?

When entertainment mogul David Geffen shared an image of his superyacht "Rising Sun" at sea alongside the caption "isolated in the Grenadines" last month, it's fair to say the post ruffled a few feathers. However well-meaning his message may have been intended, many felt the billionaire came off as tone deaf, pointing out that self-isolating on a $590 million superyacht (pictured in 2017, above)

A positive from coronavirus pandemic: less traffic, especially in these major cities

One silver lining to the many measures taken to slow the spread of the new coronavirus has been the elimination of traffic congestion in the country's biggest cities. Travel speeds have increased nearly across the board in urban centers. It was not long ago that residents in these cities were used to dealing with heavy traffic on a near daily basis. It has been a few weeks now that most Americans have been

Thousands of Italians Participated in a Nationwide Science Experiment While Quarantined

While abiding by quarantine rules, thousands of Italians are participating in a national science experiment. The Italian National Research Council is taking advantage of an unprecedented amount of people staying homes by enlisting them to help gather information about light pollution — specifically how much light from the street floods into Italian homes. Last month, more than 7,000 Italians downloaded

Where Bulgari’s Lucia Silvestri Shops for Jewels in Jaipur

The creative director of the Italian jewelry brand on India's Pink City, where she goes to hunt down the brightest gems. “I always go to the Rambagh Palace hotel, which was once a maharaja's residence. It's green and peaceful despite being in the center of the city; a place where you can hear the murmur of fountains and people speaking in low voices.” “Lassiwala, around the corner from Jayanti

Holland America, Carnival, Princess cruise lines extend cancellations through end of June

Holland America Line, Carnival Cruise Line and Princess Cruises have extended sailing suspensions through late June. Carnival said Monday it would extend its cancellation period through June 27. On Tuesday, Holland America and Princess said it would do so through June 30. Holland America has also cancelled all of its Alaska journeys for summer 2020 season and all of its "Land+Sea Journeys,"

Luxury Hotels Are Nearly Empty. Budget Hotels Still Have Customers.

All across America, high-profile hotels and resorts have shut down: The Las Vegas Strip is closed, as are all the hotels at Walt Disney World resort and many iconic city hotels like the Marriott Marquis in Times Square and the Beverly Wilshire in Beverly Hills. STR, a leading provider of data on the hotel industry, estimates that 665,000 of the 5.4 million hotel rooms in the U.S. were out of service as of

Croatia’s Small Ship Cruise Specialist ‘Katarina Line’ Announces 2021 Price List and Up To 10% Off ‘Early Bird’ Booking Discounts

Katarina Line, Croatia’s small ship cruise specialist and DMC, has announced the availability of its 2021 cruise program and price list. The new program offers an expanded cruising schedule and guaranteed departures for its most popular cruises out of Split, Dubrovnik, and Opatija. It features classic site-seeing

Travel Professionals Prepare for an Eventual Industry Rebound

FRAMINGHAM, MA, April 13, 2020 – A few weeks ago, I suggested how we manage through this time will make a lasting difference both for individual and industry success long after the COVID-19 crisis has passed. During my 30+ years of travel industry experience, I’ve seen the resiliency of travel professionals time and

The Assassination of Abraham Lincoln

John Wilkes Booth was an angry man. The actor had been a Confederate during the civil war and viewed President Abraham Lincoln as an unconstitutional tyrant. He formulated a plan to kidnap the President and hold him as a ransom for the release of Confederate prisoners under guard by the federal government. After

What travel writers are reading right now

I’m rereading William Fiennes’ The Snow Geese, a glorious quest by the author, who had been confined by poor health, in search of the strangely enigmatic birds. “I wanted to spread my wings,” he writes, and so begins his flight from his sick bed. Slowly, his journey with the migrating flocks brings him back to life. I’m also enjoying Epic Continent: Adventures in the Great Stories of Europe by Nicholas Jubber. He

Why you should be making travel plans right now.

Ok, let me start by saying I am totally aware of the current situation. I understand the uncertainty and anxiety at the moment that people are experiencing and how real that is. We are living in a crazy time and adjusting to a (temporary) new way of living. As a Travel Business Coach and Brand Strategist, I might have a different view for you, a broader vision that might just give you that confidence you need right

Take a Nighttime Virtual Tour of Bryce Canyon National Park and See Some Magnificent Stars

If you’re feeling a little cooped up right now that’s okay — we are too. However, it’s important to remember you’re staying inside, social distancing, and limiting your in-person travels all for the betterment of your family, friends, and the entire world around you. But, that doesn’t mean you can’t “travel” and see the world right from inside your house. Right now, destinations, museums, and cultural centers are

Is Hiroshima the true home of okonomiyaki?

One chilly spring afternoon around a decade ago, my wife Angeles and I were walking along Hiroshima’s Tenma River, looking for a place to eat. Famished and frozen after a day’s sightseeing, we fantasized about something hot, tasty and filling that wouldn’t bankrupt us. We’d only been in Japan a few days, so eating out was still a daily trip down a rabbit hole into a culinary wonderland. We spotted a dark-blue noren

A 64-year-old man accidentally ejected himself from a fighter jet at 2,500 feet

A surprise company outing to an air base caused a 64-year-old French man so much stress that he flung himself from a fighter jet in midair, grabbing the ejector button in a panic and tumbling through the skies above France before landing in a field. The man had been surprised by employees at his firm, who had organized a joyride in a Dassault Rafale B jet for him as a treat. But they apparently didn't know their

Luxe hotels share exclusive culinary, travel and living experiences online

In these novel crises, most of us are quarantined indoors, travel and vacations plans are on a standstill. Having said that, when a guest is not able to reach them, some star hospitality providers are exploring the web routes to reach their patrons. While these luxury facilities remain closed due to the global health crisis, the properties are featuring their services on their official websites and social media portals

People in Wales are creating witty travel posters encouraging visitors to stay away

Colorful vintage posters are designed to entice travelers to a destination — but these posters of Wales have the opposite effect. The goal is to discourage visitors. While the United Kingdom remains in lockdown, there have been reports of day-trippers still visiting the country. In an attempt to discourage travel and give people a laugh, Owen Williams designed witty posters. Using vintage posters from iconic landmarks

Queer Travel And COVID-19: This LGBTQ Travel Business Owner Estimates Losing $300,000 In Revenue

I’ve known of Meg Ten Eyck for years. She’s always been a force in the travel space and a person that I’ve respected immensely. One minute she’s advising Belmond Hotels as a member of their LGBTQ Advisory Board, the next she’s out adventuring with Contiki as a LGBTQ Brand Ambassador, and after that she’s modeling for Rihanna’s Savage x Fenty collaboration. She’s in demand. And that’s because she’s a seriously

Visit All the Wonders of Alaska Without Leaving Home

See the great outdoors without leaving your couch. While we’re all staying home in order to combat the spread of coronavirus, lots of people are still feeling the pangs of wanderlust — especially people who would otherwise be using this time to get outside after a long winter. There are lots of national parks that are offering virtual tours for outdoorsy people who want to experience natural wonders. But sometimes, it’s

Here Are The Top Destinations These Influencers Will Travel To After The Coronavirus

Have you checked on your traveling friends yet? More than likely, they’re not holding up well during this quarantine. Many countries around the world (including the United States) have enforced travel restrictions to curb and contain the spread of COVID-19, forcing airlines to suspend flights and cut off entire routes to destinations altogether. This, of course, has forced many of us to cancel trips, weddings and

A Look at How Coronavirus Has Affected Air Travel, By the Numbers

It’s hard to fully grasp the far-reaching implications of the coronavirus pandemic on the air travel industry so far, as government restrictions continue to decimate passenger demand and force would-be travelers to cancel trips for the foreseeable future. The clearest way to get a handle on the current state of air travel? Take a look at some of the record-breaking data. We dug through the key numbers of the industry

White House task force quietly softened cruise ship no-sail restrictions after months of industry deference

After the nation's top disease response agency posted orders keeping cruise ships docked last Wednesday night, extending the ban through August, the White House Coronavirus Task Force stepped in to cut it by 20 days. When the no-sail order reappeared on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s website hours later, its language had been softened: Ships can sail again in July, and an explicit warning

CDC Extends 'No Sail' Order for Cruise Ships for at Least 100 Days

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention extended its order telling Americans to avoid cruise ships as trips. at sea have been severely affected by the coronavirus pandemic. Originally implemented on March 14, the current "No-Sail Order" will remain in place for at least 100 days or until certain circumstances are met, including that COVID-19 is no longer a public health emergency. “We are working with the cruise

It's Hard to Believe How Empty the World's Top Tourist Destinations Are Due to Coronavirus — Until You See These Photos

In January, word came out of China that a new coronavirus known as COVID-19 was ravaging the city of Wuhan in the Hubei province. In just a matter of weeks, the virus spread around the globe, shutting down entire nations in its path. And that meant the halt of travelers to popular tourist destinations around the globe. As of March 13, coronavirus cases topped 125,000, though medical professionals warned that

The Birth of Thomas Jefferson

On this day in 1743, Thomas Jefferson was born in Albemarle County, Virginia. From a prominent Virginian family, Thomas received a classical education in history, literature, and languages. His father died when he was 14, and Jefferson inherited over 5,000 acres of Virginia farmland. Part of his inheritance also included

Where now for travel? Lonely Planet closures point to an uncertain future

Covid-19 has changed everything. In particular, it has changed everything about travel. As a Lonely Planet writer you learn fast that change is the only constant on the road. Still, no one was expecting the changes announced last week: that Lonely Planet is to close its Melbourne production facility and London offices “almost entirely”, as well as its magazine and Trade and Reference division. However, the famous

The best travel books for when you're stuck at home

One of the best ways to use all those extra hours indoors is to settle down with a good book and dream of future adventures. "Travel book" means so much more than a guidebook. Some people discover their dream destinations through fiction, others through food. Words have a way of reminding you of a favorite vacation or getting you geared up for your next one. The CNN Travel team's favorite travel

Easter in Uzbekistan – and in the footsteps of Ella Christie

Last April, I arrived in springtime Tashkent. Buckets of tiny strawberries filled the markets and Amir Timur Square thronged with tour groups. I’d stopped to rest a while after travelling for weeks through neighbouring Kazakhstan and it was only when I sat down at popular buffet restaurant U Babushki did I realise it was Easter. Waitresses marched past with display baskets of painted eggs and Russian Easter breads

Mesmerized by magical Morocco: My anniversary road trip

Our adventures began in the Casablanca airport parking lot. The Economy car rental attendant offered a weathered SUV and assured my husband and I, "C'est une excellent voiture." French is spoken by most in this Arab-Berber kingdom. We were somewhat reluctant, but eventually acquiesced, figuring we'd blend in like locals with a used vehicle covered in desert sand, and I even donned a hijab. The 100

Istanbul’s Famous Basket Tradition Has Become Essential Amid Coronavirus

I first learned of Turkey's window baskets when one landed on my head. I was walking through Istanbul's residential Tophane neighborhood, and I looked up to see a teyze (Turkish elder) in an upper-story window, holding the end of a long rope tied to it. She leaned over her planter box to wave apologetically at me, then asked me a question in Turkish that I didn't understand. I stood there looking up, confused

How Air Canada Quickly Turned 777 Passenger Planes Into Quasi Freighters To Haul Medical Supplies

Turning a passenger aircraft into a full-fledged freighter is more involving than simply removing seats. The floor has to be strengthened, a hole needs to be cut in the fuselage for a loading hatch, and weeks of additional work is required. So instead Air Canada in six days designed and implemented a solution to make three 777-300ER aircraft into hybrid or quasi freighters. Air Canada is taking out all of the plane’s 422

Viking Cruises Into Your Living Room With Viking.TV

No one’s going to be cruising any time soon but Viking is still doing what it does best – helping guests explore the world in comfort, although right now it’s from the comfort of our couch. The award-winning cruise company just launched Viking.TV, a digital platform designed to connect former guests, future guests and anyone interested in learning more about different places around the globe with the people and

Hilton, Marriott donate free hotel rooms for medical workers responding to coronavirus crisis

Beginning Monday, Hilton and American Express will donate 1 million hotel rooms for medical professionals working on the coronavirus pandemic response. The rooms will be available to doctors, nurses, paramedics, emergency medical technicians and other workers through the end of May, according to Hilton. "They truly are heroes,” Hilton President and CEO Christopher Nassetta said in a statement. “We are

NYC midtown hotel hands out food to homeless population during coronavirus

A New York City hotel has been handing out food to homeless people in midtown, Fox News has learned. The midtown hotel, which asked to remain unnamed, is a Marriott hotel operated by Stonebridge Companies. In New York, hotels are housing surge workers to bolster efforts to combat the coronavirus outbreak, including healthcare workers and military personnel. The hotels are busy, but not nearly full. As such, the

Travel Virtually To U.S. National Parks, Including Ones You Probably Wouldn’t Otherwise Get To

With VR and 360-degree videos, you can now immerse yourself in environments that give you a real sense of place without actually being there. Google has been taking advantage of things like VR field trips and virtual reality to transport students to distant lands, but now it’s released a way to explore scenic wonders closer to home: the U.S. National Parks. The Hidden Worlds of the National Parks is a new Google

The Titanic's Maiden Voyage

On April 10, 1912 the RMS Titanic set sail on its maiden voyage. The ship departed Southampton, England, bound for New York City, New York, with Captain Edward J. Smith in command and 2,223 people aboard. The Titanic stopped in France and Ireland to pick up additional passengers. Among the passengers were many

8 Epic Glacier National Park Hikes for Adventurous Travelers

In a remote part of Montana lies the nearly 1,600-square-mile Glacier National Park. There’s little question that the alpine meadows and glacier-carved peaks make the trip here a worthwhile one. But it’s a vast area at the northern border, and some guidance is in order. To help you plan your visit to the Crown of the Continent, here are our picks for the best places to hike in Glacier National Park. As always, don’t

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The loudspeaker blares and more than 50 kayakers launch into the jade green River Ganges at once. This is the grand finale of the Ganga Kayak Festival. Known as the "mass boater cross," the spectacle closes the only festival of its kind on India's most sacred river. The annual event takes place in February in Devprayag, a town in Uttarakhand, North India. Located on a peninsula, the Bhagirathi and Alaknanda

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Livestreaming from the homes of bands and DJs around the UK, DIY magazine is hosting a virtual festival from Friday to Sunday (2pm-10pm BST). It follows on from popular streaming project, DIYsolation (which continues Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays), and has been organised in aid of the Help Musicians charity, with a call for donations to support acts affected by the numerous live events being

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With most of the world isolating and quarantining due to the coronavirus outbreak, many big travel brands have vast untapped resources at their fingertips—and they’re putting them to work to help fight the pandemic. Whether it’s hotels donating empty rooms to medical workers for free stays or Michelin-starred restaurants pivoting to provide meals for those in need, the industry has stepped up in a major way

Major Hotel Brands Are Donating Millions of Rooms to Coronavirus Workers

Millions of hotel rooms are empty across the United States, leading major brands to turn over their inventory to those who need it most right now: essential workers spending time away from their families and working long hours at hospitals to combat the virus. Hilton Hotels and Resorts, whose portfolio includes 18 hotel brands such as Waldorf Astoria and Double Tree by Hilton and 971,000 rooms

These Otters and Orangutans in Belgium Are Best Friends — and the Photos Will Melt Your Heart

When the people are away, the zoo animals will play — and it couldn’t be cuter. At the Pairi Daiza zoo in Brugelette, Belgium, which is currently closed for the forseeable future, a group of Asian small-clawed otters have found new friends within the zoo’s orangutan sanctuary, Metro reported. Sometimes, opposites do actually attract. The orangutan sanctuary is home to three primates: A male named

Crystal Cruises Delays Crystal Endeavor Expedition Cruise Ship

Crystal Cruises has delayed the launch of its newest vessel, Crystal Endeavor, due to construction slowdowns across Europe as the continent battles the Covid-19 coronavirus pandemic. With the timing of when shipyard work can resume uncertain, the ship, which was scheduled to debut this August, will now launch in November. As a result, Crystal has canceled all itineraries through October 31, 2020

Wanderlust? Treat Yourself To Digital Classes From Top Properties Around The World

With no definite travel plans in sight, now is the time to learn something new from another corner of the globe. Hotels across the world are offering tutorials and classes to share their wealth of knowledge with anyone who’s willing to stream their lessons. From Thai massage breathing techniques to Balinese dance, here’s what you can learn from top vacation destinations in the comfort of your home. Best of all

Sweden Continues With Controversial Coronavirus Strategy: Is It A Big Mistake?

There’s a growing media chorus pointing out that Sweden’s relatively relaxed approach to public restrictions amid the coronavirus outbreak is beginning to look like a mistake. One main factor is that Sweden’s death rate is continuing to climb more quickly than that of its Nordic neighbors. The rate of intensive care admissions at hospitals is also outpacing the likes of Denmark, Norway and Finland, as pointed out in

100 American Airlines flight attendants, 41 pilots test positive for coronavirus

Flight crews are still testing positive for coronavirus despite the worldwide slowdown in air travel. One hundred American Airlines flight attendants had tested positive for COVID-19 as of Saturday, the Association of Professional Flight Attendants, which represents that airline's 27,000 cabin crew employees, the group's spokesman, Paul Hartshorn Jr. confirmed to USA TODAY. In a statement, Julie Hendrick, AFPA's

Three dream trips to secret Mediterranean islands

From the ferry, Porquerolles appears more Caribbean than Mediterranean, ready to enfold you in a spot beyond the reach of quotidian concerns. It’s a small island – five miles by two – of creeks and rocks, forest, wild herbs, wine, untouched beaches and enchantment. Hire a bike or, better yet, an electric bike. It’s what you do on the car-free island. Shortly you’ve left village and crowds behind to roll along tracks

Royal Caribbean Offering Status Extensions For Club Royale Members

Royal Caribbean is offering an extension for Club Royale members due to the current cruise shutdown. In an effort for Royal Caribbean to show their appreciation, here are the three new key updates so you can enjoy your benefits even longer. All Club Royale members will receive an extension of their 2020 tier status through March 31, 2022. Additionally, members who were in jeopardy of losing their tier

A Travel Story Where the Readers Take Us Away

How does a travel section work without … travel? Four months ago, when I packed up my sunny apartment in Sydney, Australia, and relocated to wintry New York City with my husband to join The Times’s Travel section as its first social editor, I expected to face some hurdles, but that was one I didn’t see coming. Over the past month, our team — led by our editor Amy Virshup — has been staring down

Robert E. Lee Surrenders

The end of the American Civil War was near as Sherman left Atlanta and marched his troops to Savannah in December of 1864. Although it briefly appeared that England might enter the war on the side of the South, those hopes began to fade. On April 1, 1865, the Union forced General Robert E. Lee to evacuate

Coronavirus cuts short Princess Cruises' 'Love Boat' world cruise, ship heads to Los Angeles

The "Love Boat," caught up in the coronavirus pandemic, is coming to the port that made it famous. The Pacific Princess, the next generation of the cruise ship that gained fame from the popular "Love Boat" television series in the 1970s and 1980s, is sailing to Honolulu and then on to Los Angeles, Princess Cruises said Wednesday. The ship departed Fort Lauderdale, Fla., on Jan. 5, for a 111

As China lifts restrictions, here's where its people want to travel

As China slowly eases lockdown restrictions and life returns to somewhat normal conditions, residents have once again started traveling. From the Bund waterfront in Shanghai to scenic Huangshan Mountain park in the eastern Anhui province, major landmarks across the country welcomed thousands of visitors over the weekend. But an uptick in domestic sight-seeing doesn't necessarily mean international

Poll: Two-Thirds Of Americans Won’t Travel For At Least Three Months After COVID-19 Subsides

As COVID-19 cases and deaths continue to rise the United States, Americans have grown more wary about taking trips this year, according to ongoing tracking by the Harris Poll. A bleak indicator for the summer travel season: Only one-third of Americans (33%) say they’ll stay in a hotel and barely a quarter (28%) will be ready to fly within three months of the COVID-19 curve flattening. “It’s not

Traveling by Ear: 13 Podcasts for Wandering Souls

For most travelers nowadays, home is the only destination. Yet thanks to some imaginative podcasts, you can still explore the world. The following were selected because rather than focus on such things as miles and points, they’re transportive — rife with the sounds of cities and wilderness, conversations with creative thinkers, and ways to change your life through adventure and language learning

10 Mistakes You Might Make When Traveling Solo — and How to Avoid Them

Taking a solo vacation is a rite of passage for just about every serious traveler. Going it alone has become a badge of honor that globetrotters simply love to brag about — and with good reason. Daunting as it may be, solo trips can be rewarding, life-changing experiences. In fact, once you traverse the world alone, you’ll feel like you can accomplish anything. But before you take off on that

Chemo treatments, a sick wife, the birth of a baby: A snapshot of why people are flying during the coronavirus crisis

“Why are we still flying? Is this necessary?’’ Southwest Airlines CEO Gary Kelly has fielded these questions from employees on an almost daily basis since the coronavirus pandemic began spreading across the country, turning airports into ghost towns. Kelly and other airline executives always have the same answer: because some people still need to fly. On Tuesday, the airline tweeted about a pulmonary

It’s one of the harshest places on Earth — and travelers love it

It’s been called one of the most alien places on earth — a “gateway to hell” and, in the words of British explorer Wilfred Thesiger, a veritable “land of death.” The sulfurous hot springs, acid pools, steaming fissures and salt mountains of the Danakil Depression resemble scenes from a science fiction movie. But the area is very real — and it’s one of Ethiopia’s top attractions. One of the hottest

The ride that always delivers: cycling the Postman's Path, Isle of Harris

I stand at the end of the concrete slipway, looking out over a mercury-like sea. A seal pops its head through the surface before slipping back into the Hebridean waters. Low clouds hang with all the weight of Harris Tweed and the late July dusk illuminates the craggy coastline surrounding the small harbour. At my back is the house of Kenny and Moira MacKay, who are in their 80s. I imagine the pair

Five Ways To Bring The Spirit Of Aloha Into Your Home

The greeting, used in all Polynesian languages, is also used to convey love, harmony, thoughtfulness, and humanity. The Aloha Spirit law, in fact, mandates kindness. It’s expected, through the principles of aloha, that people treat each other, and the land, with respect and care. If you’ve traveled to, or flown above, the Hawaiian Islands, an archipelago of eight major islands, or if you’ve dreamed of

AmaWaterways Extends Suspension of River Cruises Through June 30

AmaWaterways has extended its fleet suspension, canceling all Europe, Asia and Africa river cruises through June 30, 2020. The line initially revealed an operational suspension on March 13 -- which was extended on March 23 through May 31 -- before extending for a third time on April 7 as a result of the global COVID-19 pandemic. "The health and safety of our guests, and the wellbeing of our staff

A Complete Guide to International Airlines' Coronavirus Policies

The global situation concerning the new coronavirus outbreak, or COVID-19, is changing rapidly every day. Guidance on where to travel and whether airlines will be flying to certain destinations around the world is evolving hour to hour. The majority of airlines are waiving change and cancellation fees for at least the next couple of months, or in some cases, through the end of the year. Many carriers are

Irish Government Bill 1886

The Irish Government Bill of 1886 was the British parliament's first substantial attempt to create home rule for Ireland. The law was far from a declaration of independence; Britain retained control over all matters of policing the territory, waging war, defense, foreign treaties, international trade, and the mint. The bill

Don't want to fly this summer? United, American extend waivers for free changes, cancellations

With summer travel plans in jeopardy as the coronavirus crisis drags on, major U.S. airlines are allowing travelers to change or cancel their tickets without paying a hefty change fee. United Airlines moved first Tuesday, becoming the first major U.S. airline to extend its coronavirus travel waivers to cover flights through the end of the year. The waiver applies to travelers holding tickets bought before

What the future of air travel might look like after the coronavirus pandemic

A third of the world's population is under lockdown, and a whopping 93% of people live in countries with coronavirus travel bans. Not surprisingly, the TSA estimates that air passenger volume is down 90% from this time last year. The devastating effects on travel right now are obvious — a $2 trillion government stimulus bill (The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act) was already signed

Delta Donates Over 200,000 Pounds of Leftover Food Amid Coronavirus Pandemic

Delta Air Lines has donated hundreds of thousands of pounds of leftover food after the airline cut back on in-flight offerings due to the coronavirus. The more than 200,000 pounds of perishable and non-perishable food, which will be given to organizations including hospitals and food banks, comes from both items offered on board as well as in the Delta Sky Clubs. Last month, the airline limited

10 of the best travel documentary films

Do you like mountains, classical music and Willem Dafoe? You’re in luck. This 2017 doc is narrated by the actor and features music by, among others, Vivaldi and Beethoven – performed by the Australian Chamber Orchestra. Jennifer Peedom (Sherpa) directs footage from many locations, much of it captured by mountaineer and photographer Renan Ozturk. In a departure from the typical information-heavy

Turkey's unique hand-sanitising method

As commercial hand sanitisers run dry in the US and Europe, people in Turkey are turning to a traditional, aromatic fragrance that has taken on a whole new relevance amid the coronavirus pandemic: kolonya. Meaning “cologne”, kolonya has been a treasured symbol of Turkish hospitality and health since the Ottoman Empire, and it’s often described as Turkey’s national scent. Traditionally, this sweet

Still longing to travel? Now luxury hotels will come to you

You used to have to be a paying guest to get the five-star hotel experience. That rule — at least for the moment — has changed. With millions of travelers confined to their homes due to the coronavirus pandemic, luxury hotels are reaching beyond their property walls to entertain from afar. If guests can’t come to them, the hotels will have to go to the travelers instead. Silvia Grossi is the executive chef of

Israel clamps down on travel during Passover

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu this week announced tighter restrictions on travel, including a “strictly” enforced lockdown during Passover, amid the coronavirus outbreak. The temporary lockdown is the strictest measure Israel has put in place to battle the pandemic. “Every family will have the Passover seder on its own. Celebrate only with the immediate family members who are now with

Pennsylvania's colorful 'Graffiti Highway' is being shut down for good

Pennsylvania's "Graffiti Highway," an abandoned stretch of road that's become an unofficial tourist attraction, is being covered with truckloads of dirt to discourage trespassers. The road, once part of Pennsylvania Route 61, has a colorful history. It was closed in 1993, because it was damaged by a coal fire that's been burning under the town of Centralia for more than 50 years, according to the

The wild world of America's private zoos

Along with Italian marble and Egyptian antiquities, legendary newspaper publisher William Randolph Hearst filled his San Simeon estate with hundreds of wild animals. Zebras grazed in fenced enclosures during Hearst's star-studded, extravagant parties in 1930s California. As the Great Depression sent Americans to bread lines, the tycoon's leopards and grizzly bears snarled from cages. "It is domination

CDC Implements New Restrictions for Cruise Passengers, Crew Upon Return — What to Know

Cruise ship passengers and crew who arrive in the U.S. will no longer be able to board a domestic commercial flight, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advised this week. The new order applies to all passengers and crew on board, including those who are not showing symptoms at the time of disembarkation. According to the CDC, it is the cruise line’s responsibility to arrange chartered flights

If you sailed on these cruise ships, you may have been exposed to coronavirus

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says that thousands of cruise passengers on more than 20 ships may have been exposed to coronavirus between February and March. The agency published a list on its website of 28 sailings on 21 ships that dealt with coronavirus. The list, made public over the weekend, included some of the industry's biggest ships, including two Royal Caribbean

Los Angeles Launches Massive Effort to Get Homeless Into Hotels

Los Angeles has embarked on a massive and unprecedented effort to bring thousands of homeless people off the streets and into hotels to protect the most vulnerable residents as the coronavirus continues to spread. California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced last week that money from the federal government would help pay for at least 15,000 hotel rooms during the pandemic in a state with the

Establishment of the World Health Organization

The World Health Organization (WHO) was established by the United Nations to act as an international coordinating authority on April 7, 1948. Headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, WHO succeeded the role of the Health Organization, its predecessor under the League of Nations. One of the original institutions

Carnival Sells 8 Percent Stake to Saudis After Dire Financial Warning

Carnival Corp. stealthily filed its first quarter earnings on Friday, giving insight into a company on its knees as it faces an unprecedented crisis, and disclosing a long list of risk factors to its business going forward. The world’s largest cruise company — which has found itself at the epicenter of the Covid-19 crisis with incidents across its fleet — paused sailings on Mar. 13 after both the U.S. State Department

Jenny Slate Says It's Okay to Feel Lonely

We're back—albeit this time from a closet in Dallas and a Brooklyn living room, rather than the podcast studio. This week, we're joined by comedian and actor Jenny Slate, who, despite growing up thinking the only way to have a relaxing vacation was at the beach, has traveled everywhere from Norway's Lofoten Islands above the Arctic Circle to Chilean Patagonia. Along the way, she's come to terms

Adorable Grandpa Recreates Disney's 'It's a Small World' Ride to Cheer Up His Grandkids

Now more than ever, it’s a small, small, small, small world. Dealing with anxiety as coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to be a major issue in the U.S. is totally normal. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed, sad, and unmotivated when you’re stuck inside all day, every day. But one man in Portland, Oregon isn’t letting the ongoing pandemic get him (or his grandkids) down. According to Oregon Live, grandpa

7 of the world's most stunning rail journeys you can take without leaving your house

As a 30-something millennial who has been lucky enough to experience some of the world's most stunning rail adventures, I can safely say train travel isn't just for the over 65s. From pristine glass observation cars on a Swiss train rolling through alpine scenery to the astounding beauty of the Scottish Highlands creeping into view aboard the Jacobite Steam Train made famous in "Harry Potter," there's

A virtual walk in Welsh mountains – with just an OS map and my imagination

The method is simple: I examine my pile of Ordnance Survey maps, some battered and torn, others barely used, and find an area of Britain that I would like to visit. But I have no map, so I order the sheet I need online. I am going for a virtual walk there. No one can stop me, not even the Derbyshire constabulary. My virtual travel on maps started when I was eight and confined to my bed for six long

I've Always Been in Love With Boston's Chinatown and You Should Be, Too

My relationship with Chinatown started as many affairs do: intrigue with a hint of danger. Back in those dirty old Boston days, Chinatown’s reputation was pretty dodgy. The "Combat Zone" moniker hung around like the scent of stale beer and smoke the morning after. Walking home through the city at night, I was warned to avoid this neighborhood. That advice always seemed counterintuitive to

11 Movies Set on Planes to Keep You Entertained Until Your Next Flight

From turbulence to sitting next to strangers, there are a lot of stressful situations that come along with flying in planes—and Hollywood has capitalized on all of them. Whether the plots revolve around heroic pilots or a rampage of killer reptiles, movie scenes set on airplanes number among some of the scariest, funniest, and most memorable in cinema history. And while we wouldn't recommend

Disney Extends Cruise Line Suspensions Through April 28; Postpones Alaska Until July

Disney Cruise Line has extended its temporary suspension of operations through April 28, 2020, with the exception of its Vancouver/Alaska sailings, which are postponed until July. The measure applies to all four Disney cruise ships. The line is giving cruisers on canceled sailings a choice of either a full refund or a future cruise credit worth 125 percent of the fare paid, to be used within 15

Tips for virtual travel from the 'Agoraphobic Traveller'

While the coronavirus crisis has restricted most global travel, a typical day sees Jacqui Kenny spend the morning in Arizonian desert, lunch in Kyrgyzstan and the evening wandering streets in Mongolia. So how does Kenny do it? Well, she's had some practice. New Zealand-born, London-based Kenny runs a popular Instagram account @streetview.portraits -- under the pseudonym "The Agoraphobic

The world's most powerful passports in the age of coronavirus

Just a couple of months ago, the world was enjoying greater freedom of movement than at any time in history. Air traffic had been rising steadily for decades. The Henley Passport Index, which measures the world's most travel-friendly passports, announced in January that Japan had topped its 2020 ranking, with its citizens able to visit a record-breaking 191 destinations without requiring a visa

Kenya Bans Travel In and Out of Nairobi to Fight Coronavirus

Kenya increased its restrictions to combat the coronavirus on Monday, announcing travel bans into and out of the capital city, Nairobi, the port of Mombasa and two counties. Forty-three of Africa’s 54 countries have closed their borders, according to the Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. More than half of Africa’s 54 countries have imposed lockdowns, curfews, travel bans or other

In A Time Of Travel Uncertainty, One Woman In Whistler Takes The Reins

Nothing in the travel industry right now is certain. As bookings evaporate, travel restrictions are enforced and tourism takes a nosedive in the face of the Covid-19 pandemic, hotels and resorts are faced with many struggles. However, in these uncertain times good leadership is more important than ever. At Nita Lake Lodge, a stunning mountainside retreat in Whistler, British Columbia, that

London's Top Hotels Are Hosting Doctors and Nurses Fighting Coronavirus

It's been more than a week since London icons Claridge's, The Connaught and The Berkeley closed their gilded doors in central Mayfair to the public as the city went into mandatory lockdown. Today, Claridge's is reopening with the help of teams from all three properties in the Maybourne Hotel Group to play a different role in hospitality—as host to frontline workers from the United Kingdom's National

Tour the Castle Where the Queen Spends Her Weekends From Your Couch

Are you going stir-crazy yet? Losing track of the days? Refreshing the news at a rapid-fire pace? Engaging in a daily self-debate about whether or not to get dressed? There’s no doubt about it: These are unfamiliar, unprecedented times. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to take the edge off: finally visit that museum or national park that’s been sitting on your bucket list, tune in to an opera or Broadway

The First Modern Olympics

The Games of the I Olympiad were held from April 6 to April 15, 1896 in Athens, Greece, the first Olympic Games in modern times. The first Olympics, or "I Olympiad" also established the International Olympic Committee. At a cost of approximately $500,000 USD, I Olympiad hosted

10 of the best virtual tours of the world's natural wonders

If you’re bored of lockdown strolls in the local park, try these online hikes to Everest and Patagonia and a jaw-dropping ascent of El Capitan. The Grand Canyon, USA: At 277 miles in length, 18 miles across at its widest, and a maximum 1,857 metres deep, this vast Arizona landmark is grand in nature as well as name. Around 40 sedimentary layers are visible in

A local's guide to virtual Venice

Venetian photographer Giacomo Cosua takes us on a tour of La Serenissima, through films, music, books, podcasts and virtual reality. Tiziano Scarpa’s Venice is a Fish captures beautifully the elusive, poetic mood of our enigmatic city. Neither guide nor history book, it is perfect to read before a visit, because turning the last page, you already feel you have a

Want to Leave This Planet? NASA Is Offering Some Seriously Cool Virtual Space Tours Right Now

NASA is ready to entertain and educate you all weekend long. The aerospace experts are pulling out all the stops to help everyone pass the time home socially distancing. That includes releasing some seriously cool virtual tours and highlighting a few of its coolest places. In 2018, NASA launched its Go for Flight simulator, which allows anyone to tour its

Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line Will Resume Cruises on Mother's Day Weekend

Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line, operator of two cruise ships out of South Florida that sail to the Bahamas, has announced that they will resume cruises on Mother’s Day Weekend. Grand Celebration will resume operations on Friday, May 8, 2020 – welcoming travelers just in time to celebrate Mother’s Day weekend. The official statement from Oneil Khosa, CEO of

If you're traveling between states, here's where you'll have to self-quarantine

Maine became the latest state to institute requirements for domestic travelers Friday when its governor issued an executive order requiring travelers to the state to self-quarantine for 14 days to lessen the chance of transmitting the coronavirus. In the absence of federal domestic travel restrictions to stem the spread of COVID-19, the governors of at

Coral Princess Cruise Ship Cleared to Dock in PortMiami, Passengers Disembarking Over Coming Days

After docking in the Port of Miami on April 4, Coral Princess has commenced the disembarkation of passengers; however, the process will be delayed due to new guidelines issued overnight. On April 5, the only passengers permitted to leave the ship are those departing on chartered flights arranged by Princess Cruises to California, Australia and the United

If you must fly, here are some tips to do it safely

Most of the country is sheltering in place and air traffic has slowed dramatically but there are still people who must fly. With most rest stops, fast-food dining rooms, and other normal travel accommodations closed or limited, flying may seem like a better option for those trying to get home or traveling due to an emergency. The number of people traveling by

This Airline Has Rescued Thousands of Americans Stuck Overseas During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Around the world, travel bans and quarantines have made it difficult for Americans to get home. And while many airlines have grounded planes and canceled flights, they do continue to help in response to the novel coronavirus pandemic. In recent days, a number of carriers have helped ferry medical workers to places where they’re most needed. But one airline

The Hong Kong hotel weathering the coronavirus storm

Lantau is Hong Kong's largest island, home to three of its busiest spots -- Hong Kong Disneyland, the Tian Tan Buddha and Chep Lak Kok Airport. But on the island's western tip, on a spit of land that curls into the South China Sea, is a fishing village called Tai O that feels like it has been frozen in time. There are still old-fashioned wooden houses built on

The First Pony Express Run

On this day in 1860, a series of Pony Express messengers rode their mounts from Saint Joseph, Missouri to Sacramento, California. Reducing the time for mail delivery between the coasts to approximately 10 days, the Pony Express service carried letters on a horseback relay across the

Writer Fanny Singer and Her Mother, Chef Alice Waters, on What Travel Means to Them

Out this month from Knopf, the memoir "Always Home: A Daughter’s Recipes & Stories" features author Fanny Singer’s recipes and recollections of life with her mother, the chef Alice Waters. Each vignette — be it sneaking a snack from the kitchen at Chez Panisse or devouring gelato on a summer day in Sicily­ — is rich with a sense of place and enhanced by Brigitte Lacombe’s black

Why San Francisco does sourdough best

When James W Marshall discovered gold in the hills north of San Francisco in 1848, it sparked a migration of epic proportions. Within a year, tens of thousands of immigrants from both across the country and around the globe had relocated to the Californian city and its surroundings, carrying with them basic necessities like clothing; carpentry tools; and coffee, sugar and flour. However

How You Can Watch the D.C. Cherry Blossoms Bloom From Home

Washington D.C.’s cherry blossoms have long been a favored attraction to spring travelers. However, this year, it appears we will have to all sadly miss out on seeing the blooms in person. But, that isn’t stopping the National Parks Service from bringing the cherry blossoms to you. This year, the Trust for the National Mall, along with the National Park Service and The National Cherry

Hotel beds are being looked at to use amid COVID-19 pandemic

Governor Beshear says Kentucky has more than 18,000 hospital beds, but believes thousands more will be needed when COVID-19 hits its peak. Governor Beshear said they are currently under contract to get 1,600 additional beds from hotels. With people being told to stay at home, few are traveling. This has left many hotels either empty or having their occupancy drastically reduced

A restaurant once dubbed the world's best reopens to feed first responders

It's safe to say no one in the world is sitting down to a three-plus hour, eight-course dinner costing hundreds of dollars at any of the top fine destinations around the globe. The pandemic's stronghold has all but made it impossible for luxury restaurants to keep doing what they were doing prior to the shutdown. On Wednesday night, however, one of the world's best restaurants, which

50 Musicians in France Came Together for One Awe-inspiring Virtual Performance

People in France, like much of the world, may be quarantined due to the coronavirus, but that didn’t stop the National Orchestra of France from doing what they do best. Streaming solo from their homes, the orchestra of 50 played “Bolero,” sporting headphones and casual clothes during the at-home show. In the video, that has almost one million views, one musician beats a drum with the

7 Couples on Navigating Long Distance Amid Coronavirus

Countless couples have been separated as governments race to contain the spread of COVID-19, limiting movement of citizens to their home countries and even their own homes. In some cases, one party was away on business or visiting family abroad when borders closed with little warning. In others, a twosome was already in a long-distance relationship but had to postpone future

Holland America Cruise Ships Zaandam, Rotterdam Cleared to Dock in Port Everglades

Holland America Line's Zaandam and fleetmate Rotterdam successfully berthed at Port Everglades today to discharge and repatriate passengers aboard the ships, some who had fallen ill with the COVID-19 coronavirus. The docking comes after substantial pushback from local and state officials countered by pleas from Holland America executives and many others that

New Cruise Ships for 2020 Will Debut Later Than Expected

Several new cruise ships that were scheduled to make their debut this year will now sail their first cruise later than originally planned. Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection has delayed the launch of their first ship until April 2021. This is the second time that this new luxury cruise line has pushed back the launch of their first yacht. Evrima was scheduled to sail her first cruise in June 2020

Dire Times For Private Jets Brings Out The Industry’s Best

Remember those stories you were reading about a month ago from private jet charter brokers and how their phones were ringing off the hook? Now think how you felt the morning after that day into night beach party where after drinking beer all day, you switched to martinis before dinner, numerous bottles of red wine, and then some tequila shots. Double that level of pain and you’ll

A new form of house music: Berlin clubs livestream DJ sets

With bars, nightclubs and restaurants closed to slow the spread of Covid-19, nightlife in Berlin, was expected to come to a halt. But no, the beats are still thumping. The city’s premier “virtual club” is now in session. United We Stream is a collaboration of about 40 clubs and several other nightlife businesses in Berlin. Every evening at 7pm (6pm UK time), DJ line-ups are live-streamed

Coinage Act of 1792

An act establishing a mint, and regulating the Coins of the United States. That was the long title of a law passed by the United States Congress on April 2, 1792. The Coinage Act established the United States Mint and regulated the minting of legal coinage of the United States. The Coinage Act established the dollar as

9 travel-inspiring movies to help you escape while you're stuck at home

Stir crazy at home? Travel restrictions cramping your wanderlust? For now, from the safety of your couch, you can still explore the world with these travel-inspiring films. From The Beach to Into the Wild, these movies have the power to take you away from reality for a few hours and let you dream of a post-pandemic adventure. A cautionary tale about the dangers of being unprepared in the wilderness as well

Samantha Brown's Encouraging Message for Travel After COVID-19: ‘Travel Comes Back’

We’re living in uncertain times, but we can rely on the fact that even though we’re not sure when it will happen, travel will come back. It might be a while before we can explore a new destination, but that gives us time to focus on the most important part of travel — the people. That’s what travel TV host Samantha Brown made clear during an interview with Travel + Leisure last week. Like many of us

10 of the best places to revisit after lockdown

Ten years ago we were at Epidaurus, and each took turns to descend to the orchestra and read from Sophocles or Euripides – among the wisest writers of all time. It’s been a turbulent 10 years for Greece and for us. When the dust has settled it would be good to revisit and remind ourselves of some of the eternal wisdoms and pleasures. In 2013 I visited Christchurch, a city slowly emerging from the crisis of

What Solo Travel Was Like Before Smartphones and Google Maps

he internet has brought a change in the very concept of travel as a process of taking one away from the familiar and into the unknown,” wrote trailblazing travel writer Dervla Murphy, who owns neither a computer nor cell phone. “Now the familiar is not left behind, and the unknown has become familiar before one leaves home.” For many women over the age of 40, they remember fumbling with cameras and

This Antarctica Research Base Recorded Their Hottest Summer Ever

Climate scientists reported the first-ever recorded heatwave at a research base in East Antarctica earlier this year. From Jan. 23 to Jan. 26, the Casey Research Station on the northern part of Antarctica’s Bailey Peninsula recorded a record high temperature of 48.6 degrees Fahrenheit according to a report published in the Global Change Biology journal. on Tuesday. The stat meets the requirement of a

Qamar Dagar, the woman fighting to keep India's calligraphy culture alive

India has 22 official languages. But the real beauty isn't just in hearing them spoken -- it's in seeing them rendered in script. The bustling streets of Delhi's Urdu Bazaar were once lined with calligraphers. Scribes sat on the steps of the Jama Mosque putting pen to paper. They chatted, they sipped tea and, on some days, visitors came to watch them work. India has 22 official languages. But the real beauty isn't

Walt Disney World Is Raising The Flag In An Empty Magic Kingdom Every Day

Walt Disney World may be closed indefinitely due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but a security team raises and lower the American flag each day in the Town Square at Magic Kingdom though the park is empty. “Continuing that tradition is a reminder of the gratitude Americans have for veterans and active-duty military service members around the world,” according to a statement released by the theme park

These Hotels And Destinations Around The World Created Mixtapes To Make You Feel Like You’re Actually There

With everyone stuck at home, wishing they were in a more exotic spot than their living room, hotels and destinations around the world are curating playlists featuring tunes aimed to transport wanna-be guests there virtually. The playlists, available on Spotify, range from Icelandic Eclectic to Caliente Caribe to Tropical Island Vibes. So, until you can get there in person, put on your headphones, close your

On the Berlin Wall, Street Artists Are Leaving Coronavirus-Inspired Murals

On Tuesday, March 17, the day after Germany closed its borders in an attempt to slow the spread of COVID-19, street artist B.S. grabbed his spray cans and headed for the section of the Berlin Wall at Mauerpark, a bohemian hangout along what was once the militarized Death Strip border between East and West Berlin. Unlike many muralists, he seldom plans what his work will look like in advance, but there was

SAS airline employees train to assist in overwhelmed nursing homes, hospitals amid coronavirus

Filip Palmgren had wanted to work on planes since he was a child. Now, after just two years as a flight attendant, the 21-year old has lost his job because of the coronavirus crisis and will be soon heading to work in a hospital instead to help save patients. He is part of a first group of 30 laid-off employees of Scandinavian Airlines who have started training this week to learn basic skills to assist in nursing homes

American Airlines apologizes for mistakenly offering dozens of pilots voluntary leave amid coronavirus

American Airlines apologized to its pilots on Wednesday after mistakenly offering thousands of aviators voluntary leave options as part of the company’s effort to cut costs to fight the coronavirus’s toll on travel demand. American had “either by miscalculation or miscommunication wrongly indicated” that a minimum of 1,200 pilots who fly Airbus A320 and Boeing 737 narrow-body aircraft could take

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French luxury goods purveyor LVMH plans to expand its presence on Rodeo Drive in a big way — with an ultra premium hotel intended to be the most deluxe inn in Beverly Hills, which already has its fair share of deluxe inns. The parent company of brands such as Louis Vuitton, Givenchy and Dom Perignon recently applied for city permission to build a 115-room hotel on property it owns at the corner of

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It seems travelers are prepared to batten down the hatches and sail close to the wind, as cruise bookings for 2021 are on the rise. Analysts at UBS say booking volume for 2021 cruises has “gone up 9 percent in the last 30 days versus the same time last year,” despite many cruise ships currently quarantined amid the coronavirus pandemic. “That includes people applying their future cruise credits from

Holland America cruise ships with over 200 sick passengers and crew reach deal to disembark in Florida

Two Holland America Line cruise ships carrying hundreds of sick passengers and crew members are currently anchored off the Florida coast, awaiting final clearance to disembark after reaching a conditional arrangement with local authorities. The Zaandam and the Rotterdam arrived early on Thursday morning, with 233 passengers and crew who, at some point since March 22, were said to have been

Apple Computer Is Founded

No, fooling. After much experimentation with prototypes, Apple Computer was formed by Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak on this day in 1976 to sell the Apple I personal computer kit. The first Apples were hand-built by Steve Wozniak in his parents' home. The computer did not come with a keyboard or

‘Communication is Key’ To Surviving Travel Industry Crisis, Says Croatia’s Small-Ship Cruise Specialist, Katarina Line

With cruises on hold along Croatia’s Adriatic coast in response to the worldwide health crisis, Croatia’s small ship cruise specialist Katarina Line says that communication is important to successfully survive the current industry challenges. “This too shall pass,” says Daniel Hauptfeld, managing director of

10 of the best travel podcasts

Frustrated about being stuck indoors rather than out on two wheels? Perhaps affable cycling champion Jack Thurston can help. The author of the popular Lost Lanes cycling guidebooks packs his pannier and pedals alongside fellow bike enthusiasts – poets, inventors, adventurers, activists and even the odd politician – to hear their stories of life in the saddle. Sleeping out in strange

This Virtual Disney Parade Will Brighten Up Your Day With Beloved Characters and Stunning Floats

Need an extra dose of magic today? Look no further. With the Disney parks now closed indefinitely due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the company is making an effort to bring them home to you. This weekend, Disney presented a virtual viewing of the new Disneyland parade, Magic Happens, in a blog post. In the post, Michael Ramirez, the public relations director of Disneyland

The best cookbooks for traveling the world from your kitchen

While we may not be able to fly there ourselves right now, it's possible to experience the shores of the Mediterranean or the streets of Mumbai through their food. Getting creative in the kitchen can be a productive way to channel wound-up energy and an escape from circumstances beyond our control. These 12 cookbooks are more than just collections of recipes — they're

The Young Chefs Transforming Montreal's Food Scene

On a side street in the 17th-century borough of Verdun, I recently had what struck me as the most Montreal meal of my life. Beba, opened last summer by brothers Pablo and Ari Schor, pays homage to the Spanish and Italian émigré cooking of Buenos Aires, their birthplace (dinner for two from $100; restaurantbeba.ca). “It's the food we grew up eating, but with Montreal touches and

What It Takes for an Airline to Ground Its Fleet Amid Coronavirus

As travel restrictions continue amid the spread of coronavirus, a record number of planes are being grounded. At least 70 airlines around the world have grounded themselves completely, according to Cowen investment bank. These include heavy hitting airlines like Emirates and Etihad and low-cost behemoths like EasyJet. Other top carriers, including Lufthansa, Cathay Pacific, and

Make Yourself a Margarita and Take This Virtual Tour of Florida's Best Beaches

As the weather heats up, staying home gets harder — most of us would give anything for a beach vacation right about now. Unfortunately, many of Florida’s beaches are temporarily closed in response to the coronavirus pandemic. Luckily, the Sunshine State is coming through to deliver an at-home beach experience: the Florida Beach Finder by Visit Florida lets you wander sand

Holland America Line Issues Plea to Dock Cruise Ships Stranded At Sea

Holland America Line has put out a plea for a U.S. port to allow its returning ships, Zaandam and Rotterdam, as well as other cruise ships still out at sea, to dock and debark passengers who have been on vessels for several weeks. "Nations are justifiably focused on the COVID-19 crisis unfolding before them. But they've turned their backs on thousands of people left floating at sea,"

40% Less Flights Worldwide: This Is What’s Happening With Air Travel

In the past fortnight COVID-19 has brought the world to a virtual standstill, and much of the international airline fleet with it. The cumulative effect of travel bans, stay at home orders and social distancing rules has seen the number of flights worldwide whittled to about 40% of their usual levels according to Flightradar24. That as International Air Transport Association (IATA) says around

The 18 Best TV Shows for Vicarious Travel Thrills

There’s no getting around it: Most of us won’t be traveling for a good, long while. There are certainly more pressing concerns — personal health, supply lines, stocking the pantry, caring for the children — but the anticipation and inner peace of an upcoming vacation, a family gathering, or a trip abroad have now disappeared, and who knows for how long. It’s neither safe nor

How I finally fell for Florida

When it's safe to travel again, I know where I'm going first: Florida. But few who know me would have predicted this. You see, I've never been a big fan of Florida. Once I started traveling on my own as an adult, I looked to far-flung locations. I wanted to go far and away to unfamiliar places where I could get by on not a lot of money. This led to a two and a half week trip to China in

Why are airlines still flying in and out of US coronavirus hot spots and will they continue?

New York Congresswoman Grace Meng posted a selfie from her American Airlines flight from New York to Washington, D.C., on Twitter Friday morning as she headed out for the vote on the coronavirus stimulus bill. One of the first comments wasn't about the $2 trillion package, but about air travel during the pandemic. "Can you find out why airlines are still flying similar schedules to pre

The Clever Way This Hotel Chain Plans To Stay Open During The Coronavirus Closures

The coronavirus pandemic, and subsequent travel restrictions, has battered the travel industry over the past few weeks. Vacation plans are paused. Work conferences are canceled. Most business travel is restricted. Even local staycations as a substitute don’t make sense in this newfound era of social distancing, where restaurants and bars are shut down and shelter-in-place rules are

Cruise ship passengers desperately plead with Florida to allow them in

When Andrea Anderson and her husband boarded the MS Zaandam cruise ship in Buenos Aires more than three weeks ago, they didn't know that their trip of a lifetime would disastrously coincide with a global pandemic that would leave them shut out and stranded at sea. Unable to find a port willing to accept them, their ship has been stuck in a holding pattern for nearly two weeks

South African Airways Temporarily Suspends Commercial Operations At Its North America Regional Office Due To COVID-1

Fort Lauderdale, FL (March 30, 2020) – South African Airways (SAA) has announced that after careful consideration and to comply with South Africa’s national 21-day lock-down to contain the spread of COVID-19, the decision has been taken to temporarily suspend all commercial operations at the SAA

The Eiffel Tower Is Inaugurated

Along with the Sphinx and the Great Pyramid, there may be no other man-made structure as instantly recognizable as the Eiffel Tower, inaugurated on this date in 1889. Owned by the city of Paris, the grand tower was built for the Universal Exhibition held that year in celebration of the French

Here's How to See the 'Stars of Spring' in the Night Sky This Weekend

When does spring begin? That depends on who you ask. Meteorological spring started on March 1 and continues through the end of May, with summer starting on June 1. Astronomical spring, however, begins at the equinox, which was March 19 in North America. Sky-watchers already know that spring is well underway. How? It’s written in the stars! Spring is one of the best times to

'Mental escape' pictures actually relieve stress. Here's what they look like

With travel ground to a halt and millions of people confined to their homes, global spirits could use some uplifting. From the smell of freshly-cut grass to the sight of a sunrise peeking above a tropical horizon, nothing can replace spending time in the Great Outdoors. But simply looking at photographs of nature for as few as five minutes can have a similar, calming effect on the brain

Watch Musicians Like Lizzo and John Legend Perform Live From Their Quarantines

There’s no denying that things are weird right now. While the majority of us are self-isolating at home and practicing social distancing, it’s easy to feel alone. But despite not being able to visit our favorite restaurants or travel the world, the internet and social media are keeping us more connected than we might have ever been before. And that includes celebrities that we all love

This Idaho State Park Is the Right Way to Be Outside

Many of our nation’s most popular national parks are closing for a while, but this simply invites us to explore the slightly lesser-known national parks as well as our state parks, so long as we don’t have to travel very far to do so and remain at least six feet away from others at all times. Fortunately, these conditions are the making of a good state park visit anyway. One such destination

Mac and cheese? Noodle soup? Top chefs share their go-to comfort foods

During these immensely testing times, food can be a great source of comfort. Warm, filling and restorative dishes are often nostalgic, representing favorite flavors from the reassuring safety of childhood. Generally, they're pretty simple to prepare, often substantial and frequently carbohydrate-rich -- not exactly for calorie-counters. But in many ways, that's the point. Comfort foods

Best Books to Read if You're Dreaming of Japan

Japan is one of the most beguiling countries on earth, with a mile-long list of acclaimed books parsing its history and culture. After you’ve torn through the heavy-hitters (Soseki Natsume’s satirical I Am a Cat, Mineko Iwasaki’s eye-opening memoir Geisha, A Life, Haruki Murakami’s Tokyo-electric tour de force After Dark, Lafcadio Hearn’s haunting Japanese Ghost Stories, and John W. Dower’s

Southwest Airlines shares heartwarming photo of 'selfless' health care workers headed to NY

News about the coronavirus pandemic continues to be grim. But Southwest Airlines' latest Instagram post is here to make you smile when you need it most. The airline posted a photo on Monday featuring health care workers headed for New York to help. The photo showed those aboard the flight making hearts with their hands. An Atlanta ramp agent took the photo of the health

From Cocktail Classes To An Arts Salon, Try These Virtual Hotel Experiences

While social distancing may prevent you from checking into a hotel for a getaway, you don’t have to completely miss out on the experience. Properties all over the globe are coming up with fun and creative ways to bring their services to you. From Instagram cocktail classes to a streaming arts salon, these hotels give you access to their amenities from the comfort of your own home

Why You Should Avoid Canceling Your Hotel Room Due to Coronavirus

Unless you’ve been totally off the grid for the last month (ahem, Jared Leto), you’re probably aware that there’s a coronavirus pandemic sweeping the globe, completely disrupting the travel world as we know it. The hotel industry, in particular, has been hit hard financially, leading properties to lay off or furlough staff, or simply close their doors—potentially for good. “Despite the big

How The Airline Industry Will Transform Itself As It Comes Back From Coronavirus

The world’s commercial airlines and other aviation businesses face significant financial stress and perhaps bankruptcy in the coming months from the unprecedented, unexpected, and broad shutdown of travel due to the rapid spread of Covid-19. Airlines in most regions only have two to three months of cash to cover their operations, according to IATA, but this hides huge variation in

What's Happening to All Those Empty Cruise Ships?

Nearly the entire cruise industry has halted operations in recent weeks in response to the growing coronavirus pandemic. Most lines have suspended global operations until April, May, or beyond, leaving their ships without their typical itineraries to sail. So where are all those empty cruise ships now? We asked a few cruise lines to find out. Carnival Corporation—parent company to

Ships with people from ill-fated cruise beg Florida to dock

Two ships carrying passengers and crew from an ill-fated South American cruise are pleading with Florida officials to let them carry off the sick and dead, but Gov. Ron DeSantis says Florida's health care resources are already stretched too thin. As the Zandaam and its sister ship the Rotterdam make for Florida, passengers confined to their rooms are anxious for relief, hoping DeSantis will

What coronavirus reveals about the world's culture

It’s been said that a person’s true character is revealed in a crisis – and if the coronavirus pandemic has taught us anything so far, the same can be said for a country. As the world increasingly bunkers in to help slow the virus’ spread, one of the most interesting phenomena taking place is the creative, quirky and inspiring ways that different cities and countries are coping with the pandemic

Four dead and 138 sick on Holland America ship that’s seeking refuge anywhere

The cruise ship was supposed to be a trip of a lifetime, far away from Asia where the coronavirus was raging out of control. Twelve hundred eager passengers set sail March 7 from Argentina for a 14-day cruise offering an itinerary full of magnificent passages and upscale dining. Now, days after the passengers were supposed to be back on land, four people are dead, two have just tested positive

Seward's Folly

On this day in 1867, the U.S. Senate purchased the territory of Alaska from the Russian Empire for the sum of 2 cents per acre, or $7.2 million (approximately $110 million in 2009 dollars). Russia knew the territory as Alyeska, the "great land", an Aleut word. William H. Seward, the U.S. Secretary of State

Costa Rica: Book Now Travel Later

With the current travel restrictions due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, Costa Rica Dream Adventures has taken some actions to provide flexibility for your future travel plans. Enjoy peace of mind vacation planning. Zero risks and stress-free. Book with confidence. We are ready when you are! To learn

Organizers finalize new dates for Tokyo Olympics, beginning in July 2021

The new dates of the Tokyo Olympics have been finalized. Less than a week after announcing that the Games would be postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic, organizers have decided on a new start date of July 23, 2021, according to an International Olympic Committee spokesman. The closing ceremony will be held on Aug. 8. The Tokyo Olympics had previously been slated to start almost

7 Travel Movies and Shows to Watch on Netflix Right Now

We may be stuck at home practicing social distancing due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but that doesn’t mean we can’t dream of far-off destinations, adjust our bucket lists, and learn about the world around us. If you want to get some inspiration and information for your next adventure, Netflix has you covered. The online streaming service, which is currently one of the world’s most popular pastimes, is

Lockdown escapes: where I’ll visit when this is over

As fate would have it, I arrived back in my tiny Venice apartment on 8 March, the day the city was locked down. Since then, restrictions have become increasingly – and rightly – more stringent, so today I can only go 200 metres outside, apart from a trip to the shops. Luckily I have a great view over the city from my rooftop terrace. From there, I can sit and dream of places I’ll revisit when I have the

10 virtual tours of the world’s most famous landmarks

Many details of how the Inca site was constructed are still a mystery. Built in the Andes at 2,430 metres above sea level around AD1450, Machu Picchu was created without wheels or animals to transport the huge stones up the mountainside. A series of 360-degree images on YouVisit’s virtual tour explore various areas of the site. The tour also includes a voiceover guide with information on

Bahariya and Farafra: Egypt's bizarre, desert landscape

The Bahariya and Farafra depressions have some of the rarest landscapes in Egypt, making one forget, for a moment, that the Pyramids are the country’s biggest attraction. Located in Egypt’s Western Desert, the Bahariya and Farafra depressions don’t even cover 1% of the Egyptian Sahara. Yet, they have some of the rarest landscapes and geological formations in the entire country. This is not

CDC issues travel advisory for three states as global COVID-19 death toll tops 30,000

People in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut were urged to "refrain from non-essential domestic travel" for the next two weeks by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention as the number of people killed by the coronavirus pandemic around the world surpassed 30,000. The CDC travel advisory was issued after President Donald Trump decided against calling for a quarantine in the tri-state area

Plan Your Future Dream Vacation With These Luxurious Spanish Hotels

While traveling is off the table for the time being, it’s never too early to think about the next big trip. When it comes to gorgeous villas and vibrant cultural experiences, it’s difficult to find somewhere more ideal than Spain. If you’re dreaming of lying under the hot sun on the southern Iberian coast, or picturing steaming paella filled to the brim with seafood, be sure to draw inspiration from these idyllic

Grounded Flight Attendants Are Being Redeployed To Hospitals In Coronavirus Battle

Flight attendants with first-aid training are being drafted in to help on the front lines of the battle to beat coronavirus. In the U.K. the National Health Service has enlisted cabin crew from both Virgin Atlantic and EasyJet to assist staff at the temporary 4,000-bed Nightingale Hospital at the ExCel Centre in London. Further temporary hospitals are being planned in Manchester and Birmingham and

In Tel Aviv, a City-Wide, Socially Distanced Shabbat

It was raining in Tel Aviv last Friday afternoon, but Jackie Donner, a 42-year-old mother of three, gathered her family together anyway. She guided them out onto the balcony, where they all began to sing. She admits it was a bit awkward at first. The family began with “Lecha Dodi” before segueing into “Shalom Aleichem,” both traditional hymns sung across the Jewish world at the start of the Sabbath

easyJet grounds its entire fleet

Britain’s biggest airline by passenger numbers, easyJet, has grounded its entire fleet of 344 aircraft. The Luton-based airline says its last flight operated on Sunday 29 March and there will be no further departures anywhere in Europe until further notice. It attributes the shutdown to “unprecedented travel restrictions imposed by governments in response to the coronavirus pandemic”. While easyJet

Cunard Extends Suspension of Global Cruise Operations Until May 15

Cunard has extended its fleet operations until May 15 -- a month longer than it previosuly announced. Cunard's President, Simon Palethorpe, said: "The impact of COVID-19 is affecting personal routines and businesses as well as placing significant travel restrictions around the world. Everyone in the Cunard team is aware of the need to support the management and containment of COVID-19

Great Alaska Earthquake

On March 27th, 1964, it was life as usual in the city of Anchorage, Alaska. At 5:36:14 p.m. local time, the ground shook violently. Reaching a magnitude of 9.2, the ensuing earthquake remains one of the most devastating on record. The earthquake and ensuing tsunami took 128 lives (tsunami 113

When We Can Travel Again, This Hotel Is On The Right Path To Sustainability

A lot can happen in a month. Before the borders closed and the world stopped traveling due to the COVID-19 pandemic I visited Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. Since then world has changed as we know it and travel will likely look a little different in the future. But one thing is certain, hotels that are making a difference in the world, reducing their carbon footprint and promoting

China To Lift Travel Restrictions—From April 8 Residents In Wuhan Will Be Allowed To Travel Again

Residents in China have been subject to strict restrictions on movement for several weeks, and for nearly two months in the Hubei province. Wuhan was the epicentre of the COVID-19 virus outbreak and was locked down entirely, with barriers that prevented movement in the city now being dismantled. In Asia, several countries were quick to restrict movement for anyone holding a Hubei

Will the coronavirus pandemic cost the travel industry its most loyal customers?

Did coronavirus kill travel loyalty? If you ask someone like Joan Skerritt, the answer is "yes." Last week, she asked United Airlines to refund an award ticket she'd booked for her daughter to Europe next month. The airline demanded a $125 fee to return the miles. "United is penalizing its most loyal customers," says Skerritt, a grant writer from Oak Hill, Virginia. It's hardly an isolated complaint

From Housing to Food Donations, the Travel Industry Is Stepping Up

Sweeping travel restrictions and advisories. Grounded planes and canceled cruises. Pitch-dark casinos. And a completely locked-down Italy, a much-loved destination for travelers all over the globe. There’s no denying that the coronavirus outbreak has changed, and will continue to change, how we travel. But even in light of the bleakest news—like the potential loss of 4.6 million

African Travel Grows Harder By the Day With Virus Curbs

Africa is inching toward a shutdown of its sea, land and air borders. A majority of its 54 nations have banned flights from countries with at least 100 coronavirus cases or temporarily closed their domestic and international airports. Most sea ports still allow cargo vessels, but passengers and crews from cruise ships are barred. Key regional carriers such as South African Airways, Royal Air

Watch These Relaxing 360-videos for a Moment of Waterside Zen

It’s easy to feel like the idea of travel is a distant memory. We get it, sitting inside is particularly difficult for travelers like us. However, while sitting at home for the betterment of the world, we’ve all quickly realized that the world is actually a lot closer than it seems. And that’s all thanks to technology. In mere weeks, we’ve all discovered the true power of the internet to bring travel and

Is this the world's best Indian restaurant?

On Asia's 50 best restaurants list, updated annually, most of the top spots are usually awarded to upscale restaurants in Japan, Hong Kong, Singapore and Bangkok. And this year was no exception. On March 24, the Oscars of fine dining in Asia saw swanky Singaporean restaurant Odette clinch first place for the second year running. But edging its way toward the top 10 is New Delhi

Take a Virtual Trip to Puerto Rico to Salsa Dance, Mix Cocktails, and Master Your Cooking Skills

Let’s not beat around the bush: Your weekends have been looking a little lackluster these days. Us too. And as of late, your version of a trip entails traveling from the kitchen to the living room and back again. Us too. Thankfully, all of that is about to change. Discover Puerto Rico is inviting those confined to their home to spend this weekend on the island — virtually, of course. From March

Japanese airline lets female flight attendants ditch high heels and wear trousers for the first time

A Japanese airline is finally letting female flight attendants wear trousers and flat shoes instead of skirts and high heels following a nationwide campaign. Japan Airlines announced the changes on Thursday, confirming they will come into force from 1 April. “This will be the first time to introduce trousers and to provide additional options for footwear,” an airline spokesperson told Reuters. It

American Airlines flight attendant dies of coronavirus, elevating fears in the industry

Paul Frishkorn, a Philadelphia-based American Airlines flight attendant and union representative, died Monday from coronavirus, the airline confirmed Thursday. "Earlier this week, we lost a respected, longtime member of the American Airlines family, who tested positive for COVID-19," a statement from American Airlines released Thursday read. "Our hearts go out to Paul’s loved ones, many

Cruise ship with 42 people experiencing flu-like symptoms headed to Florida

Three cruise ships carrying more than 100 sick people with flu-like symptoms are heading to South Florida. According to CNN, the Costa Favolosa and Magica are heading toward Miami. Between the two ships, there are about 30 people aboard with "influenza-like symptoms." Roger Frizzell, a spokesman for parent company Carnival cruises, told CNN that there are more than 1,000 crew

'Stranded at sea': cruise ships around the world are adrift as ports turn them away

Ports around the globe are turning cruise ships away en mass amid the corona pandemic, leaving thousands of passengers stranded even as some make desperate pleas for help while sickness spreads aboard. A Guardian analysis of ship tracking data has found that, as of Thursday, at least ten ships around the world – carrying nearly 10,000 passengers – are still stuck at sea after

American Cruise Lines Travel Advisor Assurance Plan

Guilford, CT—March 24, 2020—American Cruise Lines has unveiled its full Travel Advisor Assurance Plan following the Line’s voluntary decision to suspend cruise operations through April 30th, 2020. The new plan contains some of the most guest and agent friendly policies in the river cruise industry. Most

The Death of Richard the Lionheart

Richard I was king of England for ten years, starting in 1189. The king spent only five months of that time in his kingdom. In March 1199, Richard I was in France suppressing a revolt at the castle of Chalus-Chabrol. On the evening of March 25th, he walked around the perimeter of the castle without

Inside the U.K.'s Most Talked-about New Hotel

It was one of those unbelievable evenings straight out of a J.M.W. Turner painting, the sky flushing peach over the gilded treetops of the English countryside. I was wandering the grounds of the Newt in Somerset, a 23-room hotel in southwestern England. The estate grounds are open to the public during working hours, but the last day-tripper was long gone — and dusk had all but fallen

Koalas Rescued From Australia's Bushfires Are Finally Getting Released Back Into the Wild

Five koalas that were rescued during Australia’s brutal bushfires were released back into the wild this week. Sydney's Taronga Zoo released four koalas and a newly-born joey into Kanangra-Boyd National Park in the state of New South Wales. They are the first of 12 koalas to be re-released into the wild after they were rescued. The release is the first step of rehabilitating the animals and

Jetting to Arts and Culture

While esteemed patrons of the arts have long used private jets to travel to events and exhibitions, a growing number of private-aviation firms are offering special packages and experiences geared toward lovers of the arts. Take VistaJet, which launched in 2004. From dedicated art tours to globally renowned shows, the company offers a variety of experiences to clients looking to

These Hotel Live Streams Will Bring Paradise To Your Laptop Screen

When your wanderlust is put on hold, you may try to stay off of a hotel's website or airline's app. Scrolling through the dreamy packages and pics of luxe pools may make you feel like you're missing out on the world and all its experiences. Don't fret. Those experiences will be waiting for you when it's the right time to chase after your wanderlust again. Until then, these hotel live streams

Great Italian Cooking Lessons With Celebrated Chefs To Watch During Quarantine

While you can’t travel to Italy now, you may want to bring some of its indelible flavors into your kitchen. Master the how-to’s of the country’s scrumptious cuisine with online cooking videos featuring some of the world's most celebrated chefs—a selection is included below. (The videos are free, with the exception of a series of classes that requires a subscription.) Massimo Bottura stands

Airlines Can’t Shrink Fast Enough To Keep Up With The Unprecedented Collapse In Global Travel Demand

It’s all but axiomatic that no business can stay in business if its number of customers and, therefore, its revenues, fall by a whopping 87% on a year-over-year basis. Yet data from the Transportation Security Administration show that is exactly the situation in which U.S. airlines now find themselves. On Tuesday only 279,018 people – not all of whom were even air travelers

What Are Cruise Lines Doing With Their Empty Ships?

Most cruise lines have voluntarily suspended their operations until the end of April, and in some cases further out. A few weeks ago, when operations were initially suspended in Asia, Royal Caribbean redeployed its China-based ships to Australia offering free cruises to first responders who battled the country's bush fires. But now that virtually all cruising has ceased and ships are either docked in

Two Grand Princess cruise passengers with coronavirus die; 103 have tested positive for COVID-19

Two passengers who had been on Princess Cruises' Grand Princess, the second Princess Cruises ship with cases of coronavirus, have died. The Department of Health and Human Services confirmed the deaths, indicating both passengers died due to complications from the coronavirus. A statement from HHS to USA TODAY said both passengers were on board the Grand Princess

Section of Great Wall of China reopens after coronavirus-related closure

A section of the Great Wall of China has reopened after the popular attraction was closed in January amid coronavirus concerns. According to CNN and The Weather Channel, the Badaling section of the wall was reopened as life is China slowly regains normalcy. The Associated Press reports that Beijing's city zoo has also reopened. The province in China where the coronavirus pandemic

Coronavirus travel updates: which countries have restrictions and FCO warnings in place?

If UK nationals are usually based in the UK, the FCO advises returning if possible: “International travel is becoming very limited as air routes close, land borders close and new restrictions are put in place that prevent flights from leaving.” “We are working with airlines to keep routes open, and calling for international action to keep routes open to enable British people [to] return home on

Caught In Between: What It's Like When You Can't Go Home

In this unprecedented travel ban moment where much of the world is on lockdown and there are significantly fewer airplanes criss-crossing the skies, there are a lot of emotions running through us daily. There's the fear of this ever-spreading virus taking its toll, the stress of watching the economy crumble, and the uncertainty of not knowing when the world will return to normal. For

What the World's Top Tourist Destinations Look Like Right Now

When it comes to visiting the world's top tourist destinations, we've grown accustomed to bumping elbows with fellow travelers and fighting for the best photo-taking spots. But due to the spread of the coronavirus and subsequent government lockdowns, most major cities and landmarks have become completely deserted, giving the world a post-apocalyptic appearance that's equal parts

Italy's inspiring response to the coronavirus

It’s late afternoon and my daughter and I are leaning out of our living room window, looking down at the usually bustling square in Rome’s historical centre where we live. On any normal day, we’ll watch groups of meandering tourists, couples walking their dog, a gaggle of nuns or a lover’s quarrel. Today, the piazza is empty. There’s just one person wearing a mask and gloves walking quickly

How To Plan Travel While Social Distancing

Traveling for leisure is on the back burner for the time being, but it doesn’t mean you can’t use the down time to start brainstorming and planning your next trips. In fact, savvy planners can score some good deals and give themselves something to look forward to without taking on a lot of risk. Here’s what I suggest: Have fun while brainstorming. If you’re single, read travel books and watch travel movies. If you have

Should domestic air travel be grounded?

Domestic air travel in the United States has virtually come to a halt, but thousands of planes are still flying. How long does it makes sense to keep doing that? Figures from the Transportation Security Administration show that only 331,000 people passed through TSA checkpoints Monday, a drop of more than 2 million passengers, or 86%, compared to the same Monday a year ago. That's not surprising with 16 states

Alaska, Florida and Hawaii force travelers to self-quarantine: What to know before you go

Travelers looking to escape to the sunny beaches of Florida and Hawaii or the mountains of Alaska during the coronavirus outbreak may want to reconsider as the states mandate visitor quarantines to keep the virus from spreading in their communities. Governors in both Alaska and Hawaii have issued orders mandating a 14-day quarantine for all visitors and residents arriving at state airports. Alaska's order goes into

Garden birdwatching: the wildlife travel drama on your doorstep

Isaw the falcon – a peregrine or a hobby? – gliding high, silhouetted against the glare of a late summer afternoon. Behind me, small birds chattered obliviously in their favoured thicket. The falcon dipped and disappeared. I wondered where it had gone, then sensed a movement where no movement should be and, suddenly, for a fraction of a second, I was face to face with a hobby at full throttle – hurtling at the

Everything You Need to Know About Camping in Glacier National Park

With 700 miles of trails, picturesque lakes and mountains, and designations such as UNESCO World Heritage site and biosphere reserve, Glacier National Park has a lot to offer visitors. Whether you’re hoping to see the park’s beautiful wildflowers or planning to drive down the famous Going-to-the-Sun Road, there’s something for everyone. Planning to stay overnight? Camping in Glacier National Park is a great way

Country diary: old maps reveal folds in time

Looking at a map is travelling of a strange sort. A way of getting outside, without going outside. Of exploring while still. Where you can visualise the roll and tumble of land, and its vertical space, on something entirely flat. Where the tiniest twitch of gaze can leap miles. And decades. On the National Library of Scotland’s website you can time travel through maps. Go back, and back, and civilisation falls off these

These Are America's Most Gorgeous Botanical Gardens

None of us are doing much traveling right now, but one of the few finer things in life that remain (somewhat) accessible and still offer six feet of distance between people are our green spaces. While our country has some awe-inspiring national parks, for the majority of people who dwell in cities, getting out to those parks to commune with nature isn't always easy. And, sure, there are a wealth of great city parks to

In Madrid, Balcony Bingo Is Bringing Neighbors Together

Six p.m. has always been a social time of the day in Spain. A kind of unofficial Spanish happy hour, if you will. It's when university classes wind down and offices turn off their lights. It's when the commute between the obligations of the day and turning in at home begins. Workers and students gather as friends over tapas and little glasses of beer known as cañas, in groups so large and jolly, they inevitably spill

You Now Have More Time to Get a Real ID

With air travel largely on hold due to the coronavirus pandemic, U.S. air travelers have been given more time to meet the Real ID deadline once airline operations return to normal. Due to the outbreak of COVID-19, the October 1 deadline for all U.S. airline passengers to acquire identification with uniform federal security requirements will be pushed back, President Donald Trump announced on Monday. He did not

Striking images of life inside North Korea

“When there’s lots of limitations, I like it because you have to have more creativity,” says Magnum photographer Carl De Keyzer in this video, describing his images that capture life inside the Democratic People’s Republic of North Korea. De Keyzer was one of very few to have been given unprecedented access to sites in the country, including Pyongyang’s Science and Technology Complex – where hundreds of children

This Luxury Cat Hotel in the UK Is Offering Free Board for Pets of Sick Owners

As coronavirus (COVID-19) spreads throughout the world., more people are anxious about what happens if they need to go to the hospital. Not only can hospitalization be scary in general, but there are also other factors people need to think about, including finances, caring for their family, and of course, their pets. In the U.K. at least, there is some hope for people who need to make sure their fur babies are taken

Why Cruise Lines Should Be At The End Of The Bailout Line

Americans loved the romance of cruising and its convenience: Pack and unpack only once. No need to arrange accommodations, restaurants or local transportation. Visit other countries and continents while floating from place to place. Cruise ships were especially appealing to older Americans with more time and resources to travel. It is estimated that about 1 in 7 cruise passengers were over the age of 70. And with

Royal Caribbean's Quantum of the Seas to Debut in Pacific Northwest in 2021

Royal Caribbean's Quantum of the Seas will sail from the Pacific Northwest for the first time in 2021 -- a move that will mark the line's biggest ever Alaska season. The 4,180-passenger, 168,666-tonne vessel will homeport in Seattle and join three other Royal Caribbean ships in the region -- Ovation of the Seas, Radiance of the Seas and Serenade of the Seas. From May 2021, Quantum will sail on seven-night

Swiss hotel providing coronavirus tests for $500 as part of quarantine package

Hotels are starting to advertise quarantine packages to guests as the coronavirus pandemic spreads around the world. One such hotel is even providing coronavirus testing — though you'll have to pay extra for it. Le Bijou Hotel & Resort in Switzerland, made up of repurposed luxury apartments, advertises them as "quarantine apartments" on its COVID-19 service page. A 14-day stay in one of these apartments

The Slave Trade Act

The United Kingdom abolished the slave trade with The Slave Trade Act, an act of Parliament passed on 25 March 1807. The Act abolished the slave trade in the British Empire, but not slavery. The institution of slavery would fall 26 years later with the Slavery Abolition Act in 1833. Interestingly, Protestant evangelicals lead by

The Exxon Valdez Oil Spill

On March 24, 1989, Captain Joseph Hazelwood grounded his boat. Unfortunately, his boat was a 30,000 ton oil tanker filled with 53,094,510 gallons of oil, of which 10.8 million gallons spilled into Prince William Sound. The resulting oil spill ranks as one of the most disastrous environmental catastrophes of record. The short and

‘Communication is Key’ To Surviving Travel Industry Crisis, Says Croatia’s Small-Ship Cruise Specialist, Katarina Line

With all cruises cancelled along Croatia’s Adriatic coast through the end of April in response to the worldwide health crisis, Croatia’s small ship cruise specialist Katarina Line said that communication is important for travel partners to successfully survive the current industry challenges. “This too shall pass,” said Daniel Hauptfeld

The travel 'ache' you can't translate

Every time I feel like I’ve reached the most remote place I’ve ever travelled, I hear “Guten tag”, and see a German rounding the corner, nonchalantly strolling by like he or she went for a walk around in their Munich or Hamburg neighbourhood, got pleasantly lost, and somehow ended up here in the wilds of western Ethiopia or below the peaks the Bolivian Andes. The more I traverse the globe, the more I realise that

10 of the world’s best virtual museum and art gallery tours

Art lovers can view thousands of paintings, sculptures, installations and new work online – many in minute detail – as well as explore the museums themselves. There are various platforms: from interactive, 360-degree videos and full “walk-around” tours with voiceover descriptions to slideshows with zoomable photos of the world’s greatest artworks. And many allow viewers to get closer to the art than they

7 Ways to Bring the Disney Magic Home While the Parks Are Closed

With Disney parks around the world closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, fans are looking for ways to bring that magic home until they can visit once again. We’ve put together a list of seven ways you can experience Disney at home, from virtual rides on beloved attractions to playlists that will instantly transport you to the “Happiest Place on Earth.” Bring the sounds of the parks to your living room with a Disney

Is it safe to travel? Avoid it if you can, doctors say

As coronavirus cases surge, doctors are underlining the message that sticking close to home is the best way for individuals to help slow its spread. "To 'flatten the curve' people should be staying home, practicing social-distancing and avoiding all nonessential travel," said Dr. Geoffrey Gottlieb, who specializes in infectious diseases at the University of Washington School of Medicine in Seattle. Staying at least six

U.S. Airlines May Shut Down All Passenger Flights

President Trump has shown no inclination to order a domestic travel ban, but it’s looking increasingly likely that the U.S. airline industry will do it voluntarily. All the major domestic carriers are contemplating a complete shutdown of passenger service, according to The Street. Whether or not you call it a shutdown, cancellations have skyrocketed over the past several weeks. Consider this: It’s not yet 9 a.m. on the

Inside Japan's Under-Wraps Super Nintendo World

From the lava-filled depths of Bowser’s Castle to the shores of Koopa Troopa Beach, Nintendo’s Super Mario franchise has delighted generations since 1985. Now, Super Nintendo World—a new offering from the beloved video game company—is nearing completion. The special theme park land is scheduled to open this summer at Universal Studios Japan. Despite being in the works for several years, Nintendo

A Complete Guide to International Airlines' Coronavirus Policies

The global situation concerning the new coronavirus outbreak, or COVID-19, is changing rapidly every day. Guidance on where to travel and whether airlines will be flying to certain destinations around the world is evolving hour to hour. Here is the latest information from airlines around the world on where they are flying, what routes have been halted, and how to get a refund on any impending international trip that

What Are Cruise Lines Doing With Their Empty Ships?

Most cruise lines have voluntarily suspended their operations until the end of April, and in some cases further out. A few weeks ago, when operations were initially suspended in Asia, Royal Caribbean redeployed its China-based ships to Australia offering free cruises to first responders who battled the country's bush fires. But now that virtually all cruising has ceased and ships are either docked in ports around

Passengers on Norwegian Cruise Ship Scheduled to Disembark in Hawaii

Norwegian Cruise Line has announced that passengers on Norwegian Jewel will be allowed to disembark in Honolulu, Hawaii starting today March 23. Guests will fly home on chartered flights and approximately 1,000 crew members will stay on board the cruise ship. Despite there not being any confirmed or suspected cases of COVID-19 associated with the ship, all guests will undergo enhanced medical screening prior

Coronavirus: Britons abroad urged to return to UK immediately

Up to 1 million Britons on holiday or on business trips abroad have been asked to return to the UK immediately by the Foreign Office as they may not be able to get commercial flights within days. In updated advice, the FCO said British citizens abroad who were resident in the UK should make urgent plans to cut short holidays and other trips and come back home straight away. Dominic Raab, the foreign secretary

Tokyo Olympics Will Be Postponed to 2021

The 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo will be postponed to 2021. Japan's Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and the International Olympic Committee (IOC) president, Thomas Bach, have agreed to reschedule the Games to next year as the world grapples with the coronavirus pandemic after a meeting on Tuesday, March 24. "In the present circumstances and based on the information provided by the WHO today, the IOC president

Give Me Liberty, Or Give Me Death!

On March 23, 1775, Patrick Henry stood in front of a crowd gathered at St. John's Church in Richmond, Virginia. Powerful forces in Virginia, where loyalty to the British crown remained, were resisting the call to arms on behalf of the American revolution. Patrick Henry, known for his rhetorical skill, was determined to

South African Airways Suspends All International Flights Until 31 May 2020

JOHANNESBURG, 20 March 2020 –South African Airways (SAA) has announced that it will immediately suspend all international operations until 31 May 2020 in response to a government travel ban aimed at stopping the transmission of the Coronavirus (Covid-19). The COVID-19 pandemic and attendant travel

10 of the UK’s best spring walks

Pubs and restaurants may be closed and dark, but all over the UK wildlife is bursting into the light of longer days and it’s never been more important to get some fresh air. Nature writers select their favourite seasonal destinations. “If ever I heard blessing it is there. Where birds in trees that shoals and shadows are.” In April and May the Cotswold landscape still speaks in the soft, calm tones of Laurie Lee. For a first

Strolling with daffs on the Tamar, south Devon

‘You mustn’t miss the dock dung,” said our friend Jeremy. “But you’ll have to wait till lunchtime for the avocets,” added his partner Trish. Those words had rung in our ears as we stepped off the Tamar Valley train at Bere Alston station, ready to walk a 6½-mile route to Bere Ferrers, where we would stop for a picnic outside the Olde Plough Inn. We were in the Bere peninsula, a part of south-west Devon that is

The UK Is Hoping to Protect Some of Its Rarest Species in a New 'Super National Nature Reserve'

The United Kingdom has opened its first “super national nature reserve” in the southwest of England. Purbeck Heaths in Dorset is the combination of three existing national natures reserves, conservation areas and a golf course. It is the largest lowland heathland national reserve in the country, measuring more than 8,000 acres. “For generations to come, Purbeck Heaths will be at the heart of a healthy

This Virtual Tour of the Carlsbad Caverns Will Entertain You (and Your Kids) for Hours

By now, you’re surely aware of the plethora of livestreaming and virtual options available on the internet. There’s the Metropolitan Opera, a virtual museum visit, a walk down the Great Wall of China, and much more. But, we want to add one more to the list because not only is it super cool, but it will also make you feel like you’re getting out in nature too. The National Parks Service (NPS) has long offered virtual

As governments limit nonessential travel, what becomes essential?

Freedom of movement at the world's longest land border diminished on Wednesday when President Donald Trump announced restrictions on travel between the United States and Canada. "We will be, by mutual consent, temporarily closing our Northern Border with Canada to non-essential traffic. Trade will not be affected. Details to follow!" Trump tweeted. The decision, which goes into effect today, will transform life at

Japan warns against travel to US

Japan is warning its citizens against non-essential travel to the U.S. amid the worldwide coronavirus outbreak. Japan’s foreign ministry also issued similar warnings for most European countries as well as South Korea, Iceland, San Marino and some regions of Italy, Switzerland and Spain, The Associated Press reported. The decision comes after the State Department raised travel warnings for Japan and four other

Free rail travel for NHS staff due to coronavirus

NHS workers will just need to show their work ID to access services to get themselves back and forth to work until 30 April. Public transport is to operate on a reduced scale throughout Wales because of the coronavirus pandemic. New timetables are now in place for trains and buses until further notice. Announcing the move for NHS workers, Transport for Wales said on Monday: "At Transport for Wales our primary

The Latest On Which Airlines Are Still Flying And Why

This article from Friday pointed out that contrary to the expectations of many, there were still a huge number of flights operating around the globe. Incredibly, even as COVID-19 has shut borders and sent millions into self-isolation at home, you can book flights to a variety of destinations, and for the most part prices are good. As expected that picture has changed somewhat over the past few days, with new

These Hotels Recognize Incredible Women

Even while March is coming to an end with the impact of the coronavirus on the forefront, this month still should be recognized as Women’s History Month. While statues, monuments and memorials are built to recognize their accomplishments and achievements, there’s another structure that makes their legacy more experiential - hotels. Yet, as right now is not the best time to be traveling, what we can share with

Carnival Radiance Cruise Ship Debut Pushed Back as Shipyard Work Ceases

With COVID-19 shutting down shipyards throughout the world, Carnival Cruise Line is delaying the debut of Carnival Radiance. The ship, which is in dry dock in Cadiz, Spain, is undergoing a $200-million refurbishment, transforming Carnival Victory into Carnival Radiance. A Carnival spokesman said in a statement: "As the COVID-19 situation continues to escalate, Carnival Cruise Line is suspending work on

During Barcelona's Lockdown, 8 p.m. Has Become My Favorite Hour of the Day

It happens every night at 8 p.m. sharp. Starting softly, like a distant roll of thunder, the noise grows louder as it echoes around the city. It’s the sound of tens of thousands of hands clapping in unison as we, the locked down residents of Barcelona, give a standing ovation to the city’s healthcare workers from our balconies. The same sound can be heard through Madrid. And Seville. And in many of Spain’s cities by

Outdoors Activist Pattie Gonia on Why National Parks Aren't the Place to Be Right Now

I went to Moab, Utah, on Monday of last week. I was headed there for a job and to do my first solo backpacking trip. Things were different then, but I also rationalized to myself that I wouldn't be in town that much, and I would be around fewer people than in my hometown in Nebraska. I started the week with friends in town. I was doing things that felt a little ridiculous, like wearing my glove at a gas station to

Royal Caribbean Delaying Upgrades on Two Cruise Ships

Royal Caribbean has decided to put on hold upgrades on two cruise ships that were scheduled to receive new features later this year. The Amplifications to Allure of the Seas and Explorer of the Seas will no longer take place as scheduled. The cruise line confirmed the changes on social media saying that it is the result of the global developments of COVID-19. Royal Caribbean committed over a billion dollars into

Rough sleepers in London given hotel rooms

Hotel beds have been offered to rough sleepers in London to help protect them against coronavirus. About 300 rooms were made available this weekend to vulnerable people already known to homelessness charities as part of an initial trial. London Mayor Sadiq Khan's office is working with Intercontinental Hotels Group (IHG) to block-book rooms at a discounted rate for the next 12 weeks. It comes as Londoners

The Attempted Kidnapping of Princess Anne

On March 20, 1974, Princess Anne was returning to Buckingham Palace from a charity event. In the car was her husband, Mark Phillips, her driver, and a private detective. Suddenly, a Ford escort in front of her Rolls Royce veered to a stop. A man emerged from the Ford, firing a pistol. Princess Anne's driver and the

The Ultimate Road Trip Packing List

No matter where you're driving, road trips are much better if you have all the right supplies. If you're on the road, for example, an insulated coffee mug and polarized sunglasses will be sure to come in handy. For passengers, noise-canceling headphones and a versatile neck pillow are essentials, especially if you'll be trying to get some sleep in the car. We've compiled a list of 13 must-haves that will make

The New Zealand river that became a legal person

Flowing through the heart of New Zealand’s North Island, the Whanganui River is one of the country’s most important natural resources. The river begins its 290km journey on the snowy north-western side of the Mount Tongariro active volcano, winding between green hills and mountains until it meets the Tasman Sea. Revered for centuries by the Whanganui tribes – who take their name, spirit and strength

National Parks Are Waiving Entry Fees so We Can Seclude in Natural Beauty

Days into social distancing, free Chipotle delivery feels a little less exhilarating. Guac doesn't feed the soul like standing atop a tall granite summit purging your agonies in one long primal cry to the moon. Our government understands this, so it's giving us a nifty discount in these strange times--free entrance into national parks. On Wednesday, the National Park Service announced that fees are temporarily

A Botanical Garden in Seattle Is Livestreaming Plants to Help You Relax

If you need a little digital escape now’s the time to follow the Volunteer Park Conservatory on Instagram. During any other time the conservatory, located in Seattle, would welcome guests with open arms. There, guests can explore the historic landmark and its Victorian glasshouse, which it calls “a true jewel in the crown of Seattle Parks.” The glasshouse, it explained, is modeled after London’s Crystal

Global Entry Enrollments Have Been Suspended Due to Coronavirus

Another part of the air travel industry has gone on hold as the outbreak of coronavirus continues to spread: Global Entry enrollment is now temporarily suspended. U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced on Wednesday that it would be suspending operations at all public access enrollment centers nationwide to help limit employees’ potential exposure to the virus, also called COVID-19. The move

State Department Asks Americans Abroad to Return Home or Shelter In Place

Just last week, the U.S. Department of State issued a level 3 global travel advisory warning Americans to reconsider international travel. This afternoon, that advisory was upgraded to level 4 travel ban ("do not travel"), in what appears to be an unprecedented move. The State Department's announcement tells Americans they should stay home—and those abroad who do not return should be prepared to

Top Five New York City Virtual Cultural Experiences

Despite much of the world remaining on lockdown, people’s thirst for culture has not diminished one bit. In fact, one could argue that it has grown stronger than ever the result of everyone searching for ways to occupy their time, and online cultural experiences can fill the void. Sure, visiting a museum online or enjoying the robust sounds of a virtual opera performance can’t quite compare to being there in

As Resorts Close, Skiers Turn To Another Way To Get Into Local Mountains

Ski resorts have closed across North America to observe cautionary measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Some have closed temporarily pending updates, like Revelstoke Mountain Resort (“We look forward to welcoming you back to Revelstoke Mountain Resort as soon as possible,” reads its March 16 operations suspension notice), and some have shut their terrain permanently for the rest of the

UK hotels and coronavirus: What does the latest government advice mean for your stay?

The UK Foreign Office (FCO) has advised Britons against 'all but essential travel' abroad for the next 30 days to prevent the spread of coronavirus, meaning many of us are staying put. The Prime Minister has called for the country to avoid large gatherings as well as interactions in smaller public spaces such as pubs, cinemas, restaurants, theatres, bars and clubs. The advice from the government

Carnival Corp. Offers Cruise Ships As Temporary Hospitals For COVID-19

Carnival Corporation has extended an offer to use several cruise ships from across its brands' fleets, including Carnival Cruise Line, Holland America Line, Princess Cruises and P&O Cruises Australia, as temporary hospital ships during the coronavirus pandemic. The move, which was first announced by U.S. President Trump Thursday following a conversation with Carnival Corp. chairman Micky Arison, would allow

Disney cruise docks in San Diego a day early

Thousands of passengers aboard Disney’s Wonder cruise ship are in San Diego, a day earlier than planned. The ship arrived to the Port of San Diego around 7 a.m. Thursday morning, following the company’s decision to suspend all cruises amid the coronavirus pandemic. Two-thousand passengers, along with 900 crew members are on board. The Disney Wonder is back from a two-week journey along the

U.S. and Mexican officials working on closing border to 'non-essential' travel

U.S. and Mexican officials are working on an agreement to ban "non-essential" travel between their border along the same lines of the deal that the U.S. announced this week with Canada, a Trump administration official said. Trade would be exempted. There are 118 coronavirus cases currently in Mexico and 13,159 in the U.S, according to Johns Hopkins data. For tourists, Mexico is the seventh most

Don't want to fly during coronavirus crisis? Don't rush to cancel that ticket. Here's why

The surge of passengers trying to change or cancel plane tickets as travel grinds to a halt during the coronavirus crisis is overwhelming airline and online travel agency reservation centers. Hours-long waits, dropped calls and don't-call-us-we'll-call-you messages are the norm. Airlines have taken to their websites, Facebook and Twitter accounts to advise travelers to hold off on calling unless their plans are

The Death of Robert de LaSalle

The French explorer Robert de LaSalle explored the Great Lakes region of the United States and Canada, the Mississippi River, and the Gulf of Mexico. He claimed the entire Mississippi basin for France, naming it "La Louisiane" in honor of Louis XIV. On his last journey, he set sail from France with four ships and 300 colonists

$300 Million-Dollar Travel Management Company Goes Virtual in Response to Coronavirus

ATLANTA, March 18, 2020 (Newswire.com) - As a precaution against the coronavirus COVID-19 outbreak, Duluth Travel (DTI) a full-service travel agency since 1993 located in Duluth, Georgia, has adopted a work-from-home policy starting March 17, 2020. DTI's full staff, more than 60 employees, including the CEO of the

If you have to travel right now, here's how to stay as safe as possible

While some of us have the ability to work from home and cancel travel, there are plenty of people who do not. For those who must take a plane, train, bus or taxi or drive a long distance, for business or personal reasons, we've compiled some expert tips for staying safe and healthy. The CDC recommends that older adults and persons with chronic health issues "discuss travel with a healthcare provider and

New Zealand's most famous tree, 'That Wanaka Tree,' vandalized

New Zealand's most famous tree has been the victim of bad visitor behavior. A willow tree at the southern tip of Lake Wanaka, which appears semi-submerged in the water and is a massively popular Instagram spot, was attacked by someone with a saw sometime around March 17, according to Stuff.co.nz. One local told Stuff, "The famous lower branch that hangs horizontally out over the water that is really

10 of the best travel shows on Netflix to stream right now

There are plenty of ways to satisfy your wanderlust without leaving the house: scrolling through Instagram feeds, reading books about far-flung destinations and – one of our personal favorites – Netflix. The streaming service offers endless entertainment for all sorts of preferences, but with so many movies and shows to choose from, it can be difficult to find what you're really looking for in this Age of Peak

Venus and Mercury Will Be on Display in the Sky Next Week — Here's How to See Them

Have you seen the planet Venus in the last few months? It's been shining very brightly in the southwestern sky after sunset in its brightest apparition (a time when something is visible in the night sky) since 2012. Venus has been impossible to miss, but what about tiny Mercury? On Tuesday, both planets will be as far from the sun as they ever get, making them both relatively easy to see. Here’s when and how you

Salt Lake City Airport Grounds Flights Following 5.7 Earthquake in Utah

Flights set to take off from Salt Lake City International Airport were grounded on Wednesday after a 5.7 magnitude earthquake hit the area. The Federal Aviation Administration evacuated the airport's flight control tower because of the earthquake. All arriving flights to Salt Lake City are being directed to other airports, the FAA said in a statement. The groundings have the potential to impact flights around the

MSC Cruises Halts All Ship Operations through April

MSC Cruises is stopping all of its cruise operations until the end of April. The line has already ceased all U.S., South America and South Africa sailings, as well as ship operations across other areas considered high risk, including in Asia, the Mediterranean and the Middle East. Ships that are currently still at sea will conclude their current itinerary to return guests to disembarkation ports, then also stop their

Actually Cool Things to Do in Portland, Maine Right Now

Ah, Portland. And no we don’t mean that other city that seems to get all the love. We’re talking the beautiful waterfront peninsula in Maine. Yes, craft breweries and lobster rolls abound, but there is a lot more to discover about this quaint New England town. While cruise-shippers and leaf-peepers wait until summertime to come visit, those of us who are here year round or like to travel off-season know there’s so much

All Your Questions About the Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympics, Answered

The 2020 Olympics are coming to Tokyo in late July and early August, and they will capture the world’s attention for weeks. “Every Olympics is a chance to reveal the best of the host city and its people,” says Condé Nast Traveler travel specialist Amy Tadehara. She works with InsideJapan Tours, which has put together several itineraries for the Tokyo Olympics. “I am thrilled that the world will see true

A Complete Guide to International Airlines' Coronavirus Policies

The global situation concerning the new coronavirus outbreak, or COVID-19, is changing rapidly every day. Guidance on where to travel and whether airlines will be flying to certain destinations around the world is evolving hour to hour. Here is the latest information from airlines around the world on where they are flying, what routes have been halted, and how to get a refund on any impending international trip that

7 exciting ways to experience the best of British Columbia this season

Spring is the season when landscapes wake up from winter’s chill, and there are few more dramatic places to witness this spring awakening than on the west coast of Canada, when the snow-covered scenery transforms into a patchwork of green spaces and multicolored flowers, and animals venture out into the warmer temperatures. Experiencing British Columbia’s endlessly diverse natural landscapes, from pristine

Hawaii to block 2 cruise ships from releasing passengers

Hawaiian officials said late Wednesday that two cruise ships carrying passengers who have yet to test positive for coronavirus would be turned away. The Associated Press reported that officials reversed a decision to allow the two ships, the Maasdam and the Norwegian Jewel, to dock at Honolulu's port while passengers disembarked. The two ships, operated by Holland America Line and Norwegian Cruise

The Last Templar Grand Master

On this day the Inquisition burned Jacques de Molay at the stake, the 23rd and last official Grand Master of the Knights Templar. The Templars were the warrior monks of the Crusades. The Roman Church provided the Knights Templar with enormous power, and they were subject to no authority

10 of the best places to visit in spring

This spring we may all be looking for more remote places where safe social distancing is easy, and Rannerdale Knotts fits the bill perfectly. In late April, the fellside is carpeted with a truly amazing display of bluebells. There’s a three-mile circular walk from Buttermere village, taking in views of three lakes, waterfalls and higher peaks all around. But the bluebells are the big

Five People Changing the Way We Think About Sustainable Travel

A visionary president leading his nation in the face of rising sea levels. A wine scion bringing together climate thought leaders. An activist galvanizing youth all over the world. These Global Vision Awards honorees are the voices we need now

How our daily travel harms the planet

For many people, the journey to and from work are the bookends of the daily grind. But how we choose to travel to the office, or even to pop to the shops, is also one of the biggest day-to-day climate decisions we face. In countries like the UK and the US, the transport sector is now responsible for emitting more greenhouse gases than any other, including electricity

Uncovering amazake: Japan's ancient fermented 'superdrink'

By the time I made the hike down the long pathway from the top of Kyoto’s Fushimi Inari to the houses below, I was thirsty. Which was convenient, since many local residents take advantage of foot traffic from the mountainside Shinto shrine by hosting small cafes in their homes. It was on that winding street that I first encountered amazake, an ancient, non-alcoholic

BroadwayHD Is Letting You Watch Your Favorite Musicals For Free — For a Limited Time

Guess what. You’re probably going to be stuck at home for a while. And that’s okay because is it the right thing to do for your own health and the health of your neighbors. And, let’s not forget, there are plenty of things to entertain you while inside your house, like virtual museum visits, operas, and now, streams of all your favorite Broadway shows. BroadwayHD, a

Royal Caribbean, Celebrity, Azamara and Silversea Suspend All Cruises for 30 Days

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd., the parent company of Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, Azamara and Silversea Cruises, has suspended all cruising worldwide for 30 days. The move follows the line's announcement of the suspension of all U.S. cruises as of March 13. Cruises that departed U.S. ports before midnight on March 14 are operating their scheduled

Ryanair To Halt Nearly All Operations As Coronavirus Travel Bans Take Effect

Ryanair Group airlines are preparing to ground virtually all their flights following the imposition of travel restrictions by many European countries. Europe’s largest airline group will scale back its schedule by 80% starting midnight on Wednesday, and from next Tuesday, it plans to halt “all except a small number of flights to maintain essential connectivity.” The drastic

For Future Travellers: Here's A New Hotel Brand That Will Soothe The Soul

While it looks certain that travel is off the cards for the world at the moment, here is something to look forward to – Aman has announced it is launching a new company – Janu – with three hotels due to open in 2022, all of which will seek to offer a ‘rekindling of the soul’. Since Aman first opened its first resort, Amanpuri in Phuket back in 1988, it kicked off a trend for

UK travel industry urges government action to forestall collapse of businesses

The UK travel sector is calling on the government to make immediate changes to the package travel regulations to prevent “innumerable company collapses and the loss of many thousands of jobs”. Under the existing regulations tour operators are obliged to offer a full refund if elements of the holiday can’t be provided. But travel industry bodies say that in the current

A Look at the Historic Cultural Closures, Including the Eiffel Tower

As the coronavirus continues to spread, many countries are taking measures otherwise reserved for times of war and political unrest. Aside from shutting down borders, and going on lockdown, many historic landmarks and sites, including the Eiffel Tower, Disneyland, and Mount Everest, have closed—some indefinitely. “The world hasn’t seen such a pandemic like this

What to Do When Your Flight Is Canceled or Delayed

It's no secret that sometimes, travel can get complicated. But do you know what to do when a flight is canceled or delayed? Considering the number of people who now travel by air daily, it's probable that at some point you—or someone you know—will get hit with a flight delay or cancellation and you should be prepared. Here's how to handle those inevitable delays and

Coronavirus can live on surfaces for hours or days: Here's how to sanitize your hotel room

Your hotel room is your home away from home, with a few exceptions: the hundreds or even thousands of strangers from every corner of the world who have slept there. And the hotel staff may not have the same standards of cleanliness that you do at home. Having a sanitary hotel room is important under normal circumstances but with coronavirus cases mounting in

Coronavirus-infected cruise ship stranded at sea for weeks to dock in Cuba

Weeks after a cruise ship was blocked from disembarking at several ports in the Caribbean, due to fears of passengers with possible COVID-19 symptoms, Cuban officials are welcoming the vessel to dock and get their guests home. When the Braemar cruise ship was first turned away by the Romana cruise port in the Dominican Republic on Feb. 27, the cruise line

Katarina Line: April Departures Cancelled Due to Coronavirus

In regards to the announcement made last night by the Croatian government whereby visitors arriving to Croatia are obliged to isolation period of 14 days, we are forced to cancel all our departures for the month of April. As there is currently only clarification on when the ban starts and

St. Patrick's Day

On March 17, according to tradition St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, died. Some sources record the year as 493, others say 461. Patrick was born in Roman Britain. Irish raiders captured him when he was sixteen and he was taken as a slave to Ireland. He lived there for six years before he

Everything You Need To Know About Canada’s Latest Major Coronavirus Travel Ban

Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced today (March 16, 2020) that the country will be barring entry to almost all non-Canadian travelers who are not citizens or permanent residents in an escalated effort to stop the spread of the coronavirus pandemic. Trudeau went into self-quarantine (and appears not to be exhibiting any signs of the disease) on March 14 after his

7 Essential Tips to Travel Longer, Better, and Happier

Back in 2016, when I had planned my trip to Bhutan for a month, there were many people who wondered how one can travel for a month at a stretch! Of course, you can’t expect everyone to understand your moves and motivations in life, but on the contrary, being on the roads for a month isn’t an easy ordeal. Nonetheless, the journey taught me some valuable lessons for life

This Villa in the Dominican Republic Looks Just Like Spongebob's House

In 2016, Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Punta Cana shared a sneak peek of its Pineapple Villa, an accommodation inspired by none other than SpongeBob SquarePants himself. At the time, people were giddy with excitement about the possibility of sleeping in a pineapple under the sea. And now, that dream is finally a reality. The two-bedroom, three-bath Pineapple is finally

The unsolved mystery of France's iconic Loire Valley

Last year‪ marked the 500th anniversary of Leonardo da Vinci’s death in Amboise, a town on the southern bank of the Loire River in France. In 1519, that very same year, construction began on a castle 50km east of Amboise, the Château de Chambord – the largest castle in the Loire Valley and widely considered one of the most impressive examples of French Renaissance and

I Was a Hotel Housekeeper for Years—Here’s What I Know About You

Think your hotel housekeeper doesn’t notice everything? Think again. Staying at a hotel can be one of life’s great pleasures: breakfast in bed, fun travel-sized toiletries, the hotel pool and mini-bar, and of course, housekeeping! Not having to worry about cleaning up your room for a few days is a privilege—and one that plenty of hotel guests, sadly, abuse. We spoke with Anaïs

Here's What Would Happen If Airplanes Weren't Pressurized

Without pressurization, traveling by plane would be uncomfortable and perhaps even deadly. Here's why. When you’re miles high in the sky, you might occasionally wonder about the amazing invention of flying. How does it all work—really? And how do we safely go from one place to another in this big hunk of metal? But then the flight attendant brings you your drink and the

Manchester's trendiest spots to eat, drink and sleep

Birthplace of the industrial revolution and Emmeline Pankhurst – leader of the suffragette movement – Manchester’s identity is built on a work hard, can-do attitude and the city is famed for its friendly northern spirit. After a tragic terrorist attack in 2017, Mancunians rallied together, and the city today is more inclusive and welcoming than ever. Long synonymous with world-class

Looking For Safe, Outdoor Fun During Difficult Days? Try Birding

You may be an avid world traveler, and while staying safe and close to home, you may feel stuck as you hunker down. But you can get outside. Spending time in nature can also be a form of social distancing, if you’re careful, and plan ahead. In open spaces you can avoid close contact with others, yet be out and about. You can seek out empty spaces to walk, bike, scoot, run

Qatar Airways To Keep Flying Despite Earlier Reports

Qatar Airways will keep operating flights to and from Doha despite earlier confusion that the airline would be temporarily canceling all international routes. However, entry to Qatar will only be permitted for Qatari nationals. Therefore the only passengers permitted to fly through Doha are transit passengers connecting to another destination. A statement from the airline

Museums Around the World Are Sharing Their Most Zen Art on Social Media to Help People Relax

Even if you’re stuck at home, you deserve a little zen. As more and more schools, restaurants, and other public places shut down in order to combat the spread of coronavirus, people may find themselves extra anxious about this global outbreak. Of course, spending time alone at home 24/7 probably doesn’t do much to soothe your stress. Since museums, in particular, are also

Princess Cruises Suspends Fleet Operations for 60 Days

Princess Cruises is suspending fleet operations for 60 days in response to the global coronavirus pandemic, affecting all sailings between March 12 and May 10. Jan Swartz, president of Princess Cruises, said: "Princess Cruises is a global vacation company that serves more than 50,000 guests daily from 70 countries as part of our diverse business, and it is widely known that we have

When Each Cruise Line Is Scheduled to Resume Cruises

All cruise lines are in an unprecedented shutdown with all cruises canceled over the next 30 days. While some cruise lines are scheduled to resume cruises in 30 days, others are taking a pause of up to 60 days. The cancellation of cruises is due to the COVID-19 outbreak and to keep guests safe. Here is a list of when each cruise line is scheduled to resume cruises

We Answer Your Frequently Asked Travel Questions, Part 5

As we mention in the intro to this week's episode, we recorded this installment of Women Who Travel well before the coronavirus has changed the landscape of our day-to-day lives. But in a world where we still dream of our next trip, we wanted to continue to share our tips on where to go next for you to squirrel away for when the time is right. So, this week, we're back

The Metropolitan Opera Will Stream Operas for Free in Wake of Coronavirus

Have you always thought that you could get really into opera if it were more easily accessible? Well, thanks to the coronavirus, now is your chance. OperaWire has reported that the Metropolitan Opera will host “Nightly Met Opera Streams” on its official website in an attempt to continue providing opera to its audience members. “We’d like to provide some grand opera solace to

Hotels and casinos along the Las Vegas Strip are closing their doors due to coronavirus

Some of the most popular hotels and casinos on the Las Vegas Strip, employing tens of thousands of workers, are shutting down amid the coronavirus pandemic. MGM Resorts International, which owns the Bellagio, MGM Grand, The Mirage, and several other resorts, announced on Sunday it is temporarily suspending operations at all of its Las Vegas properties. Chairman and CEO Jim Murren said the closure is "for the good

Hugh Thompson, Jr. - An American Hero

Captain Hugh Thompson, Jr. was a United States Army helicopter pilot during the Vietnam War. On the morning of March 16th, 1968, he flew his helicopter over a small village in Vietnam the soldiers referred to as "Pinkville" but the locals knew as My Lai. On the ground below him, he witnessed American soldiers killing old men, and

South African Airways To Offer Customers Flexible Travel Options On Selected Routes Due To Covid-19

JOHANNESBURG, March 13, 2020 - Given the uncertainty surrounding the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, South African Airways (SAA) is offering customers flexible travel options with one free change in reservations on selected international routes to be used for travel on or before September 30, 2020. SAA will allow one free

South Africa imposes coronavirus travel restrictions affecting US, other hard-hit countries

In a sweeping set of measures Sunday, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa said visas of citizens from high-risk countries, including the United States, have been revoked to contain the coronavirus epidemic. Although South Africa has seen only 61 cases of the coronavirus, and no deaths so far, according to officials, this visa shutdown appeared to be aimed at work visas. U.S. citizens may enter the African country for 90

Travel updates: which countries have coronavirus restrictions and FCO warnings in place?

The Foreign Office is advising against all but essential travel to an increasing number of countries because of coronavirus. Some destinations have travel restrictions, quarantine measures, border closures and health screenings in place due to the outbreak. If travellers have recently been on another trip abroad to affected countries, entry to other destinations could be denied or travellers quarantined. The FCO is advising

5 airlines are temporarily suspending operations as coronavirus and government restrictions shake the travel industry. Here's the full list.

A reduction in the demand for travel combined with government-imposed travel restrictions has forced some airlines to temporarily suspend operations. The US, Poland, Denmark, Latvia, and other countries have restricted access for non-citizens, hurting business for national and regional carriers alike. European airlines Air Baltic, LOT Polish Airlines, La Compagnie, and Scandinavian Airlines were among the first to suspend

Multiple cruise ships are left stranded as coronavirus cases increase

Several cruise ships are stranded at sea, some with confirmed coronavirus cases on board, as the pandemic expands around the globe. Some ships have been denied port, leaving them to anchor off the coast of a country. Other cruises have docked with quarantined passengers aboard. Three cruise ships have confirmed cases of coronavirus on board: the MS Braemar, Silver Shadow and Silver Explorer. Here is the status of the

Cunard Suspends Global Cruise Operations Until April 11

Cunard is the latest cruise line to temporarily suspend its fleet operations as a result of the worldwide coronavirus pandemic. Following guidance issued by CLIA, voyages through April 11, 2020, have been cancelled. Cunard's President, Simon Palethorpe, said: "Having reviewed all of our ship operations and industry recommendations, we have decided no new guests or crew will be joining our ships as we suspend operations until

From London To New York, How Empty Hotels May Turn Into Coronavirus Hospitals

As hospitals from London to New York face the increasing risk of bed shortages due to the coronavirus, could hotels–which are being emptied out by the global crisis–be the answer? Best Western Great Britain is one of those considering the option of turning hotels into temporary hospitals as additional bed space is needed. Europe is now the epicentre of the pandemic accounting for about a third of global cases, and

'We are not a hospital' – Ronaldo's hotel refutes reports of being a paid-up coronavirus infirmary

Reports that Cristiano Ronaldo’s hotel was poised to turn into a makeshift infirmary for those with coronavirus are off the mark, according to the Lisbon institution. Spanish publication Marca claimed that the former Real Madrid star was ready to have one of his two hotels turned into hospitals to help combat the pandemic, which has infected over 160,000 people across the globe and has now killed over 6,000. The infection is

White House signals third relief bill to help airline and cruise industries hit by coronavirus pandemic

Administration officials on Saturday made the clearest indication yet they expect to bring forward a third coronavirus bill aimed in part at helping industries struck by the pandemic. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin made assurances there was “bipartisan support” for some for economic relief. Mnuchin indicated airlines would be high on the priority list. Other industries will likely be considered, as well. Trump administration

Canadians Told to Avoid Non-Essential Travel Outside Country

Canadians are being urged to avoid non-essential travel out of the country until further notice as other nations rush to close their borders amid the coronavirus outbreak. “To limit the spread of Covid-19, many countries have put in place travel or border restrictions and other measures such as movement restrictions and quarantines,” Global Affairs Canada posted on its travel advisory website. “Airlines have canceled flights. New

10 of the best places to stay on UK nature reserves

This historic country estate has been in the same family since the 1800s. Today’s inhabitants moved in with their young family five years ago and have slowly introduced a form of traditional, sustainable grazing management that is transforming the once intensively farmed fields into a species-rich landscape. Guests can stay in one of three cottages that surround a central courtyard that’s alive with bees and butterflies. There’s

CDC: 6 Questions To Ask Before You Travel Within The U.S.

Still on the fence about an upcoming trip? The CDC has put together a handy list of things to consider before you travel. One obvious consideration is whether you’re traveling to or from a destination that is impacted by the coronavirus. The entire United States is now under a Level 2 Risk Assessment for travel, though some states and regions are more affected than others. The CDC has created an interactive map of

Katarina Line Announces Fleet-Wide Savings of Up To 40% Off On Small-Ship Cruises in Croatia for Spring and Summer 2020

With a maximum capacity of just 40 passengers, Katarina Line’s small-ship cruisers on the Adriatic provide an excellent way to see the dazzling islands and picturesque port towns of Croatia. Passengers on these small ships enjoy fresh air and swimming in the clear blue waters close to

New York City and Coronavirus

Coronavirus. One word that is pretty much inescapable these days. Everywhere you glance - your tv, your phone, newspaper stands, emails– it is front and center as the headline more and more with each passing day. And with good reason – the World Health Organization has officially proclaimed it

Coca Cola Sold In Bottles

If you believed its press, Coca Cola was a miracle drug, capable of curing all manner of ills including morphine addiction, headaches, and impotence. Invented in 1885 in Columbus, Georgia, the drink was first sold in soda fountains in Atlanta in 1886 as a patent medicine for five cents a glass. The

Health Official Warns Canadians Against Travel To The U.S. Amid Rising Number Of Cases Linked To The Country

Today, a senior Canadian official recommended that residents of the province British Columbia not travel internationally, including to the U.S. Dr Bonnie Henry, provincial health officer for British Columbia, which includes Canada’s 3rd largest city Vancouver, is the first senior Canadian official to specifically recommend against travel to the U.S. “This is a rapidly changing situation. The

Guide to summer travel: Where to go, what to do — and whether to book at all

As the coronavirus spreads across the globe, and travel disruptions — from visas cancellations to flight suspensions — increase by the day, many people are wondering what to do about their summer holidays, if anything at all. Will the situation be worse this summer — or better? Which countries will be safe? And is flying a good idea? As fast as questions are being answered, new

Norwegian Air lays off 50% of workers after Trump travel ban

Airline stocks tumbled Thursday after President Donald Trump imposed a 30-day ban on travel from most of Europe, increasing the risk that carriers battling fallout from the coronavirus outbreak could run out of cash in the coming weeks, prompting mass layoffs and government bailouts. The reckoning was immediate for at least one airline. Norwegian Air, a heavily indebted budget

Uganda restricts travel from 16 countries including UK and US because of coronavirus

Uganda has restricted visitors from some countries with what it terms high cases of coronavirus, including China, France, Germany, Iran, Italy, South Korea, and Spain. "Government has decided to ask travelers from the affected countries not to come to Uganda because the high cases they are reporting can easily be imported into the country," the country's health minister Jane

JetBlue CEO says coronavirus' impact on travel 'as bad as 9/11, if not worse'

JetBlue CEO Robin Hayes has described coronavirus’ impact on travel as being “as bad as 9/11, if not worse.” Since the global pandemic began, the industry has taken a massive hit as demand for flights has sharply declined. In a statement JetBlue shared with Fox News, Hayes likened the drop-off to the flight demand directly after the terrorist attacks on 9/11. “It’s at least as bad as

Saga cancels all cruises after coronavirus travel advice change

Saga, the travel and insurance company for the over-50s, has cancelled all cruises until May in response to the growing coronavirus threat. Announcing the move, Saga said its decision was sparked by the government’s latest travel advice, which states that people over 70 and those with pre-existing health conditions should avoid cruises after a number of ships around the

Coronavirus Impact on Travel Causes Some Cruise Lines to Suspend Worldwide Operations

A growing number of ocean and river cruise lines have suspended all operations due to the COVID-19 pandemic and travel restrictions around the world. The shutdowns, which come after two months of altered itineraries, cancelled cruises and port closures, are part of the cruise industry's efforts to curb the spread of coronavirus and to keep passengers, crew and

Wynn Resorts uses thermal cameras to screen guests, 100.4 degrees or higher asked to leave

In the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, Wynn Resorts is using thermal cameras to monitor the temperatures of guests. “We will be screening for temperature using non-invasive thermal cameras at all our entrances,” Wynn CEO Matt Maddox said in a statement about new company policies in response to the intensifying spread of COVID- 19. The USA TODAY Network asked the

10 of Europe's best converted and repurposed buildings

A former tram power station in the Wola district of Warsaw now provides a home for the Warsaw Uprising Museum. What could have been a bleak, industrial setting for the history of a city betrayed and crushed during the second world war actually pulses with strength and hope. Clever use of lighting and sound draws you into the exhibits and you will lose yourself in the uplifting

These 5 U.S. Cities Have the Most Morning People

Does where you live affect what time you wake up — or is there some correlation between your home city and your sleep-wake habits? Well, we’re not in any position to make those claims — but, thanks to a survey from mattress brand Brooklyn Bedding, we do know that certain cities in the U.S. are home to a higher number of early-rising citizens, on average, than other cities in

Stuck at Home? These 12 Famous Museums Offer Virtual Tours You Can Take on Your Couch

Going into a self-quarantine can have many complex issues and complications beyond having enough food and supplies for two weeks. In terms of entertainment, it also probably means you’re in for a lot of boredom, a lot of Netflix, and a lot of browsing the internet. But there is a way to get a little culture and education while you’re confined to your home. According to Fast

General MacArthur Leaves the Philippines

It was March 11, 1942. General Douglas MacArthur climbed aboard a gun ship in the Philippines under cover of darkness and ran a Japanese blockade. Speaking to the press in Adelaide, Australia, MacArthur told reporters, "I came through and I shall return." Logistical problems had left

Airlines are scrambling to understand and implement new coronavirus travel restrictions

An airline worker at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York addressed a crowd with only guesses as to how passengers waiting to board a flight to Dublin would be handled moments after President Donald Trump announced restrictions on travel from Europe. Trump said Wednesday he was sharply restricting travel to the United States from more than two dozen

State Department warns Americans to reconsider traveling abroad due to coronavirus

The U.S. State Department warned Americans late Wednesday to avoid traveling abroad, in response to a coronavirus outbreak that's reached pandemic status. Also Wednesday, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advised U.S. citizens to avoid travel to much of Europe, where the coronavirus has become more widespread than anywhere but China. The warnings by the

American suspends pilot hiring as coronavirus takes a toll on travel

American Airlines is suspending pilot hiring as the rapid spread of coronavirus hurts the travel industry, according to a note from the company, the latest measure by a major carrier to stem the pain from a sharp drop in travel demand. Airlines around the world are reeling from travel restrictions and a plunge in demand for air travel, aviation’s biggest crisis since the Sept. 11

Cruise industry proposes travel restrictions for passengers over 70 as coronavirus spreads

The cruise industry has submitted a proposal to the White House that would ban travelers over the age of 70 as well as those with chronic medical conditions from getting on a ship as the coronavirus spreads, two sources familiar with the matter told CNBC. Earlier this week, the U.S. State Department urged Americans not to travel on cruise ships. The industry is seeing the

Disney World Is Selling A Bread Bowl Full Of Melty Cheese Because What Else Could You Need?

Bread bowls typically hold all sorts of delicious things like soups and salads, and those are nice and all but let's be real: All any of us truly care about is that carby, delicious bowl-shaped bread. Well now, Disney found the only way to make us love a bread bowl even more...by filling it with melted cheese. This thing of absolute beauty was spotted by Disney Food Blog. It can be

Sapphire Princess Cruises Expanded to The Kimberley Region of Western Australia

Princess Cruises has announced a range of itinerary enhancements to Sapphire Princess' inaugural season in Western Australia. As part of its Greatest Hits program with 27 new voyages around the state, the line will now offer cruises in the world-famous Kimberley region, visiting some of the country's great wilderness areas. On sale now, the expanded itineraries are set to include

36 Hours in Aruba

For decades, thanks in no small part to the Beach Boys’ song “Kokomo” (“Aruba, Jamaica, oh, I wanna take you”), Aruba has been synonymous with paradise for American travelers. Even though Aruba sits just north of Venezuela, in the far south of the Caribbean, that doesn’t dissuade cruise ships from stopping at the island’s capital city, Oranjestad, or time-share vacationers

Accor's Bazin Revamps Hotel Group's Focus To Asia And Luxury

Standing in the lobby of Singapore’s iconic Raffles Hotel, Sébastien Bazin, the CEO of the French hotel giant Accor, declares: “This is the best hotel on the planet,” drawing applause and cheers of “bravo” from the VIPs gathered to hear him. He made the remarks at the official reopening last October of one of Asia’s grandest hotels, first opened in 1887 and which Accor

This Vermont Resort Wants to Take Your Stress Away With Free Spa Treatments

While just hearing about a stay in snowy Vermont at a quiet time of the year has us setting our "Out of Office" status on, this resort has us on our way thanks to its amazing spa offer. The Topnotch Resort in Stowe, Vt., is offering anyone who stays through April 30th a free 50-minute spa treatment per room for each night or $50 to spend on the property. “March and April

Forget Wildflowers, This Field of Light Is the Coolest Springtime Activity in California

Located just three hours north of Los Angeles travelers can find what can only be described as one of the coolest outdoor art exhibits in the nation. Artist Bruce Munro fully transformed a hillside farm in Paso Robles into an outdoor walk-through art experience known as "Field of Light at Sensorio." To create the 15-acre sprawling exhibit, Munro used more than 58,800

You Can Now Book Tickets to See Edge at Hudson Yards

There's no shortage of things to do in New York City, and now that Hudson Yards has opened its viewing platform, you'll have one more activity to add to your list. As of today, Edge, the 1,131-foot-high observation deck that's the tallest man-made outdoor viewing platform in the Western Hemisphere, is open to visitors. Like a jagged tooth, the triangular Edge extends 80

Coronavirus: Spain’s tourist industry braces for big losses at Easter

Spain’s tourist industry is braced for huge losses over the Easter period and beyond as people cancel travel plans and major events are postponed as a result of the coronavirus. Last year, nearly 84 million people visited Spain, 18 million from the UK. Tourism is the nation’s third biggest industry, accounting for 11% of GDP. Even before the severe restrictions, including schools

Trump's EU coronavirus travel suspension explained: who is affected and will it help?

Donald Trump has announced that the US is temporarily suspending most travel from Europe to the US in an effort to contain the spread of coronavirus. In a rare Oval Office address, the president said the US would bar arrivals from 26 European countries for 30 days from midnight on Friday, accusing them of not acting quickly enough to address what he called the

General MacArthur Leaves the Philippines

It was March 11, 1942. General Douglas MacArthur climbed aboard a gun ship in the Philippines under cover of darkness and ran a Japanese blockade. Speaking to the press in Adelaide, Australia, MacArthur told reporters, "I came through and I shall return." Logistical problems had left

South African Airways Vacations® Offers No Single Supplement On “Stunning South Africa” Package

Fort Lauderdale, FL (March 9, 2020) - South African Airways Vacations® (SAA Vacations®), the leisure division of South African Airways, has announced a no single supplement offer on the popular “Stunning South Africa” air-inclusive vacation package. Starting from $4,399* (restrictions

COVID-19 Travel Update: Fauci Says Cruising Is OK If You Are Healthy

Speaking at a White House press conference tonight to provide updates on the COVID-19 Coronavirus situation, Dr. Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergies and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), told reporters if you are healthy, there is no reason to eschew cruise vacations. “If you are a healthy young person, there is no reason if you want to go on a cruise ship, go

Private jets are taking off because of coronavirus

So your flight's canceled, but you need to get home or to that important business meeting ASAP. Perhaps you're just nervous about transiting through a busy airport with other passengers. Most of us are handling coronavirus-related disruption by staying put, but for those in a travel predicament with dollars to burn, there's an increasingly popular alternative: private jets. While

The Isle of Man encourages locking your phone in a box for an old-school, analog vacation

To help visitors log out from the digital world and into the Isle of Man's natural beauty, the island is testing out an initiative called Phoneboxes, in which visitors lock their phones away for the duration of their trip in return for old-school, analog alternatives. The items travelers receive recall a time before cellphones; the alternatives are stand-ins for apps we now use to

California governor warns of more restrictions to stop virus

California Gov. Gavin Newsom urged the state’s nearly 40 million residents Tuesday to avoid sporting events, concerts and large gatherings to prevent the spread of the coronavirus and adamantly warned the elderly to stay away from cruise ships as he pondered measures to restrict cruise travel off the California coast. The warning came as Newsom announced an update to the

Resurrected Raffles Hotel Is A Watershed For French Operator Accor To Lay Claim To Asia

Standing in the lobby of Singapore’s iconic Raffles Hotel, Sébastien Bazin, the CEO of the French hotel giant Accor, declares: “This is the best hotel on the planet,” drawing applause and cheers of “bravo” from the VIPs gathered to hear him. He made the remarks at the official reopening last October of one of Asia’s grandest hotels, first opened in 1887 and which Accor

The purple urchins feeding California

The Mendocino coast is a rugged stretch of Northern California. Redwood trees tower above fern understories with streams running through them, pouring down waterfalls into ocean coves filled with wave-worn boulders. The glorious views from Highway 1, a two-lane road that serpentines along this roiling coast, tell little of the environmental disaster occurring

This Museum in Poland Is Dedicated Entirely to Cats

Cat lovers officially have a new place to feed their obsession with their precious pets. According to CBS Miami, feline-enthusiasts in Poland now have their own museum (mew-seum?) to enjoy all cat-related things. The Cat Museum in Krakow, Poland is a one-stop place to see cat-related artifacts. It was officially started by a cat-loving Ukrainian couple, Nataliya

Why Uruguay could be the world's next great wine destination

Terraced vines and spindly olive trees form a patchwork quilt over gently rolling hills, which are themselves covered by a maze of powdery dirt roads. Follow one of these bumpy paths far enough and you'll find an olive oil mill, a farm-to-table restaurant and a hilltop winery. In fact, if you squint a bit, this place could pass for the famed Italian wine region of Tuscany -- that is, if

All of Italy Is on Lockdown to Contain the Coronavirus

Over the weekend, Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte placed 15 northern regions of the country on lockdown in an attempt to contain the spreading coronavirus. On Monday, March 9, he announced the measure would be extended to the entire country, thus banning public gatherings, closing schools and museums, and preventing travel except for work or emergencies

MGM Resorts buffets on the Las Vegas Strip to close temporarily due to coronavirus concerns

As coronavirus continues to spread across the country, one of Sin City's most popular stops is getting shut down along the Strip: buffets. On March 15, MGM Resorts International will temporarily close buffets at the company's seven Strip properties: ARIA, Bellagio, MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay, The Mirage, Luxor and Excalibur. "These changes are temporary and will be

I Traveled to Asia for My Honeymoon Amid the Coronavirus Outbreak — Here’s What I Learned

Thirty-four sick, and zero deaths. Thirty-four sick, and zero deaths. These numbers played on a loop in my head for days – on my subway commute, during lunch breaks, at yoga, even in those brief quiet moments between conversation with friends. While most newlyweds spend the days leading up to their honeymoon putting final touches on their itinerary, jotting down a

The sweet air of the Cévennes: a British writer on life in the rural heart of France

I sometimes think of the Cévennes as the massive knuckles of a sleeping green giant. Insular, tough-minded and Protestant, our home for the last 30 years has sharp granite and limestone hills that here and there stretch up out of deep valleys into proper mountains. Much of it is felted in dwarf holm oak, the evergreen and often impenetrable stuff of southern Europe, which

48 hours in . . . Brittany, an insider guide to France's mythical land

Brittany is almost a country within a country, with its own language complementing a long history of tradition and folklore. Although it is home to the Brocéliande forest, one of the most enchanting and mystic woodlands in the world, Brittany is definitely a sea lover’s destination. From clear turquoise waters and white sandy beaches surrounded by pine trees, to dramatic

Collette Stands By Worry-Free Experience

Pawtucket, RI (March 9, 2020) – Collette, global tour operator, is dedicated to providing a worry-free experience for both travel professionals and guests, from start to finish. It stands behind an industry-leading Travel Protection Plan, offering a full cash refund for any guest who has to cancel up to 24 hours before departure

Founding of the French Foreign Legion

King Louis-Phillippe needed troops for the French colony of Algeria, but foreign soldiers were not permitted to join the French army. The King solved the problem by forming a new military unit on March 10, 1831. The recruits were a mixed bunch: soldiers from other countries, adventurers, and criminals. Forced to work

I Traveled to Japan During the Coronavirus Outbreak — Here’s What It Was Really Like

Japan is my favorite country to travel to — I love how different, yet totally modern and comfortable everything is; how everything is tiny and made to resemble an animal; and how there is no shame in being an adult male with a Hello Kitty keychain. So, when I had the opportunity to visit for the second time, I didn’t think twice. I booked my ticket on Feb. 12, a couple weeks after the World Health Organization (WHO)

Delta, United, American broaden change fee waivers amid coronavirus concerns

Delta Air Lines on Monday said it will allow travelers holding tickets to any destination in March and April to change or cancel their flight without paying a hefty change fee, regardless of when they bought the ticket. The broad fee waiver, the first by a major U.S airline, provides travelers holding nonrefundable tickets more flexibility as trips are canceled due to the coronavirus crisis. "As concerns continue about the

Italy expands travel restrictions to entire country to contain coronavirus

Italian Premier Giuseppe Conte put his entire country on lockdown Monday to combat the coronavirus, banning all but the most important travel and putting the final kibosh on social gatherings after Italians failed to take previous warnings to heart amid skyrocketing infections. Two days after imposing the same strict measures on a quarter of the country, in the hard-hit north, Conte urged all 60 million Italians to stay

Florida Couple Sues Coronavirus-Hit Cruise Ship Operator For More Than $1 Million

A Florida couple stuck onboard the coronavirus-hit Grand Princess cruise ship in California are suing the ship's operator, Princess Line Cruises, accusing the company of gross negligence by allowing passengers to be exposed to Covid-19 on the vessel. Broward County's Ronald and Eva Weissberger are suing Princess Cruise Lines, owned by Carnival Corp, for more than $1 million. They claim that the operator sailed despite

Cruise Lines Modify Cancellation Policies For Better Flexibility

Cruise lines are modifying their payment and cancellation policies in an attempt to provide reassurance and flexibility for passengers in the wake of the Covid-19 novel coronavirus outbreaks around the world. While also protecting those with previously-booked voyages, these new policies are also designed to provide comfort and flexibility to those considering booking a cruise this summer and fall, particularly as the

The Future Of Toronto: 6 Hot Luxury Hotels Opening In 2020

Toronto is one of my favorite cities in the world. I have visited the Canadian capital of Ontario for decades and marveled at its ability to be a world-class metropolitan city with soaring skyscrapers as well as a remarkable dynamic landscape of cultures and people from around the globe. More than 50% of its population are minorities, and it creates the most vibrant community of neighborhoods, from Downtown to

Shanghai Disney Resort launches 'phased reopening,' requires guests wear masks 'during their entire visit'

Shanghai Disney has taken the “first steps” toward reopening the resort after temporarily shuttering in late January amid concerns over the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak. As part of its plans for a “phased reopening,” the resort has reopened a “limited number of shopping, dining and recreational experiences” — but not the actual Shanghai Disneyland theme park itself. Rather, Shanghai Disney Resort has reopened the

The 13 Most Beautiful National Park Hotels in the U.S.

There's not really a wrong way to experience America's national parks, whether you drive through during a road trip or camp out for a week. And while rustic cabins and tents are great, many of our 62 parks offer more luxurious alternatives within their established boundaries. National park hotels feature the best of both worlds, with king-sized beds and air conditioning (usually) set among some of the country's most

The Grilled Cheese and Natural Wine Spot That Made Me Want to Move to Dublin

I can't resist a wine bar—especially if there's grilled cheeses on the menu. So when on a recent trip to Dublin, Traveler contributor Nicola Brady sent me an emphatic DM urging me to hit up Loose Canon Cheese and Wine, it took no more than an hour for me to walk in its door. And then I stopped by again the next evening. And again the next afternoon. All in all, on a four-day, long weekend trip, I made three

Why airlines are running ‘ghost flights’ amid coronavirus panic

These “ghost flights” are spooky for environmental reasons. Controversial regulations are forcing British airlines to fly empty jets amid the coronavirus outbreak — or risk forfeiting vital airport slots, the Sunday Times reports. The “use it or lose it” rules governing European airports compel airlines to keep flying, even if it means burning five gallons of jet fuel per mile — and emitting more than a half-ton of carbon dioxide

Barbie's Birthday

The American International Toy Fair in New York on March 9, 1959 debuted a new doll by the Mattel toy company. Named after the daughters of one of Mattel's co-founders, Barbie became an overnight

State Department: US citizens 'should not travel by cruise ship' amid coronavirus outbreak

The U.S. Department of State on Sunday advised U.S. citizens against traveling by cruise ship as cases of the novel coronavirus continue to spread across the world. "U.S. citizens, particularly travelers with underlying health conditions, should not travel by cruise ship," the

With COVID-19 Coronavirus, Should You Cancel Or Postpone Air Travel?

Have things gotten plane confusing for you? With the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak occurring, are you having trouble deciding whether to cancel or postpone your air travel plans. It seems like a fair number of people are trying to make such decisions right now. Social media

Saudi Arabia Halts International Travel Into Country Over Coronavirus Concerns

About 12 million Muslims across the world make pilgrimages to the holy city of Mecca every year. But Saudi Arabia has halted international travel into the country and to Mecca over concerns about the spread of the coronavirus. And that's affecting some Californians who want

The (rare) travel upside to coronavirus? You might have a swankier plane on your spring flight

Travelers flying between Boston and Miami on American Airlines usually board a Boeing 737 or Airbus A321 – workhorse planes that traverse the country daily. This spring, some passengers are getting a major plane upgrade for the 3 1/2 hour flight. American is swapping in a Boeing

The flying taxi market is ready for takeoff, changing the travel experience forever

The market for flying cars, now known as electric air taxis, should continue to mature during this decade, soaring to $1.5 trillion globally by 2040, according to a Morgan Stanley Research study. Driving this trend is a confluence of technologies, including autonomous vehicles such

Favourite hidden spots in Europe

My friend and I wanted to do some winter walking where the weather was sunny. We found the GR15 walking route in the eastern Algarve from Vila Real de Santo Antonio on the coast inland to Alcoutim following the Guadiana river. There are also smaller routes off the GR15

Japan's ancient way to save the planet

Reaching across the counter to pass us a beautifully wrapped pack of homemade senbei (rice crackers), the elderly shopkeeper joined in our admiration of the colourful designs. Each pack was nestled in traditional washi paper, which, the shopkeeper suggested, could

Entrepreneur’s Travels Inspired The Unique Ethos Of New NYC Hotel

Have you ever traveled to a destination that moved you, changed your perspective, or even inspired a career change? It did for 29-year-old real estate entrepreneur Alex Ohebshalom. It was his travels to places like Laos, Marrakesh, and Myanmar that ultimately led him to create

New 'Jungle Bubbles' invite travelers to sleep next to elephants in Thailand's Golden Triangle

Elephants don't sleep much. They eat loudly. They pass gas loudly, too. These are just some of the insights you'll walk away with after spending the night in one of the Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort's fabulous new "Jungle Bubbles" in Chiang Rai, Thailand

In a whirl: aesthetic overload in Vienna

Barely halfway through our first morning in Vienna and my wife, Alexa, has already succumbed to Stendhal syndrome. Named after the 19th-century French author who first described the phenomenon on a visit to Florence, Stendhal syndrome is brought on by over exposure to

A malfunction causes red wine to flow from faucets in an Italian town

Who wouldn't love it if red wine started flowing from their kitchen sink? For a few hours Wednesday, residents of the northern Italian town of Castelvetro realized they could have their Lambrusco not just from bottles -- but also from their faucets and shower heads. A malfunction

Amid coronavirus outbreak, Carnival Cruise Line offers on-ship credits to passengers who don't reschedule

As coronavirus concerns cause various problems among cruise ships, one company is offering incentives for travelers to still take their voyages. Carnival Cruise Line sent a letter to guests on Friday addressing the current situation. Included in the message was information regarding

Egypt says cruise ship quarantined over new virus cluster

A cruise ship on Egypt’s Nile River with over 150 tourists and local crew was in quarantine Saturday in the southern city of Luxor, as 45 people on board tested positive for the new coronavirus, authorities said. A Taiwanese-American tourist who had previously been on the

Destination Hotel: The TWA Hotel At JFK Airport – Indianapolis Monthly

Last year, the TWA Hotel opened as JFK's first on-site hotel, packed with midcentury-modern details that transport you to the terminal's past.

Easter Island moai statue destroyed by truck

One of Easter Island's world-famous moai statues has been destroyed in an accident. A Chilean island resident was arrested on March 1 after his truck -- a private vehicle, not a commercial one -- crashed into one of the stone figures and badly damaged both it and the ahu, or platform, it was perched on.

Destinations In The U.S Kids Will Love (That Are NOT Disney)

Forget going on slow rides and waiting in long lines in the heat and try and see some of the nation's natural surroundings.

10 great hotels near railway stations in Europe: readers' tips

Tipsters hitch a ride through the age of steam, spend a night in a former prison cell and awake to the Alps through their window at these places to stay close to a terminus.

Five jet lag cures that actually work

The symptoms of exhaustion and nausea are caused by crossing different time zones, which messes with our circadian rhythm – the natural 24-hour body clock based on sunrise and sunset.

American Airlines flight diverted after passenger tried to open emergency exit door

An American Airlines flight from Chicago to Dallas was diverted Tuesday to St. Louis after a passenger attempted to open the door.

9 Things You Can Take from Planes - And 6 Things You Can't

While taking some items with you when you get off the plane is perfectly fine, taking certain others can get you into a lot of trouble.

Canceling a cruise due to coronavirus? Here's a list of updated policies

Following the COVID-19 outbreak, cruise lines like Disney, Norwegian and Viking are implementing strict travel restrictions to protect passengers and crew members.

Everything You Need to Know About Cruising and the Coronavirus

How the cruise industry has been impacted by COVID-19, and what measures cruise lines are taking to ensure your safety.

"It's not always the obvious choices": The top global locations for LGBTQ+tourism

Data from LGBTQ+ tour specialists TravelGay.com has uncovered the most popular global destinations for gay travellers, with Asian hotspots taking the lion's share of the top ten. Taking up residence at number one of the rundown of the most visited nation is Thailand.

How to Find the Perfect Tour in New Orleans

New Orleans is a bucket list destination for many. Even if you are only going to spend a few hours in the city, you still might want to see as much of it as possible. Here are some of the things you should think about if you want to find a great tour in New Orleans.

This 'Women's Journey to Kenya' trip will change your life

This trip connects women of different cultures and just may be the start of a whole new travel category.

Remember the Alamo

The territory of Texas was in the northern region of Mexico known as Coahuila y Tejas. Rebel forces in Texas wanted independence from Mexico. The Mexican government saw Texas as an important bulwark against the territorial expansion of the United States. Lieutenant Colonel William Barret Travis was in charge of the old mission fort known as the Alamo. Defenders began to arrive from all over the United States and its territories. From Tennessee came frontiersman and politician Davy Crockett who had just lost his re-election campaign to the US Congress. Crockett had told his electorate "if they did not elect me they could go to hell and I would go to Texas!" From Louisiana came Jim Bowie with a small number of volunteers.

Your clients can cheer on their favorite players in the Big Apple with New York City Vacation Packages

March 3, 2020 - New York, NY—New York City Vacation Packages (NYCVP) - known for its top selling New York Yankees and US Open vacation packages - is thrilled to announce that they are adding even more sporting events for 2020. Basketball If your clients are basketball fans, NYCVP has tickets available to most Brooklyn Nets home games at the Barclay Center. A complete 2-night vacation package starts at just $290 per person and includes the game ticket, roundtrip MetroCard to get to the venue, accommodations and much more.

How Many Hotel Brands Is Enough?

Despite the crowded marketplace, hotel companies say there is an opportunity, even an imperative, to present an array of options. But the challenge is differentiating one brand from another.

Travellers may lose out by booking hotels online, says Which?

Travellers are paying up to 12% more for their hotel rooms if they book online, according to research from consumer group Which?, which blames the rise of online travel agents for the price increases. Sites such as Booking.com or its US rival Expedia offer holidaymakers the ability to pick between thousands of hotels around the world. But

Cruise ship being held off at sea so authorities can test for coronavirus

As officials around the country urged local communities to think about ways to stop the novel coronavirus from spreading, California authorities said Wednesday that a person who died from Covid-19 had recently been on a cruise.

6 Amazing and Affordable Places to Travel in May, in the U.S. and Internationally

Here are six of the most fun and affordable cities to travel to in May, with three options within the United States and three abroad. Including Athens, Barcelona, Amsterdam, Nashville, San Juan, and Miami.

The most female-friendly destinations in 2020

PRAGUE is the most female-friendly travel destination, says Taxi2Airport.com. The capital of Czech Republic has the highest overall score for female safety, ranking above all other popular destinations as the most female-friendly.

'This is a crisis.' Airlines face $113 billion hit from the coronavirus

Global airlines stand to lose $113 billion in sales if the coronavirus continues to spread, according to the International Air Transport Association.

Amid coronavirus outbreak, these airlines will waive flight-change fees

Amid the COVID-19 outbreak, airlines are changing their fee waiver and cancellation policies for trips to China, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan and South Korea.

Coronavirus: how travel and hospitality brands should respond - Econsultancy

Here are seven tips for travel and hospitality brands as they try to weather the coronavirus storm.

I Tried A Pedal Cab Tour For The First Time, And It Was Fantastic

A pedal cab tour is a fun, eco-friendly, and unique way to travel around a city. It allows you to see spots you might not be able to get to on a taxi or bus tour, and it is a great alternative to walking in extreme heat.

Lord Howe: Australia's most exclusive island?

Everything about Lord Howe, a reef-rimmed tropical island 780km north-east of Sydney, is laidback, except for the fervour with which its locals protect their paradise.

Pence: "Unique Challenges" with Cruise Lines

Vice President Mike Pence confirmed his Saturday trip to Florida to meet with various cruise lines on Saturday during a Wednesday evening press conference at...

How I Travel: Marina Cortbawi

She was raised in Sydney, studied in Paris and London, moved to New York and is now Brooklyn-based. So it should be of no surprise that Marina Cortbawi, founder and designer of cool girl clothing label Merlette, is quite well-versed in travel hacks. Seeing that her thoughtful prarie dresses, smock-style blouses and wrap skirts are versatile, packable favorites, it’s almost as though Ms. Cortbawi

The Boston Massacre

Tensions were running high between the colonists and the British soldiers in Boston. King George, fearing war with France, had imposed a series of taxes on the Americans. The colonists, having no representation in London, resented the imposition of the taxes on their business activities and purchases. Boston, the intellectual and cultural center of the Americas, was also the center of the resistance against British tyranny and the George III sent troops to protect their interests.

Should you buy travel insurance for the coronavirus?

The global and domestic spread of the novel coronavirus has prompted travelers to reassess their travel plans through 2020. Already, airlines are canceling hundreds of flights, foreign cities are shutting down, and high-profile companies are asking employees to limit “non-essential” travel.

Top domestic spring break destinations for families: Orlando, Austin, Scottsdale, DC, NYC

Spring break isn’t just for college kids. Families also like to escape this time of year. So, where should parents take the kids? InsureMyTrip.com analyzed the latest data trends to find out. So if you're looking for a fun getaway with the kiddos, check out these popular U.S. cities that appeal to the younger crowd (and the grownups, too).

How to Get a Refund If a World Crisis Forces You to Cancel a Trip

The coronavirus is seemingly sweeping through the world. If the alerts and headlines make you want to simply stay home and hide under your covers until the threat has passed and forgo that spring or summer trip you already booked, then read on to learn how to cancel your travel and get most (or some) of your money back.

Unlocking Armenia, The Travel Insider's Destination To Visit In 2020

There are a few elements that need to come together for a destination to rise in collective travellers’ consciousness, and that build-up has been happening to Armenia. The success of neighbouring Georgia put the spotlight on the entire Caucasus region, an area that also spans Armenia, Azerbaijan and Russia and considered the natural boundary between Europe and Asia.

The Right and Wrong Ways to See the ’Stans

After the collapse of the Soviet Union, its outermost territories—untouched by the heavy hand of tourism—became the new promised land for intrepid travelers. What they lacked in comfortable hotels, these emerging nations made up for with jagged landscapes, a vivid retelling of the ancient Silk Road history through fantastical ruins, and (of course) cocktail party bragging rights for the early-adopting travelers who pave the way.

New pet hotel is changing the way people travel

Southern Utah has so much to offer and many choose to enjoy the beauty with their pets by their side. But finding a place to stay that will allow your pets can be difficult. New pet hotel is changing the way we travel Best Friend's new Roadhouse and Mercantile hotel is changing the way we travel.

Online hotel booking sites may be duping travelers: Consumer rights group

A new study out of Britain shows that travelers could score better bargains if they go directly through the hotel rather than book with an online travel agent like Booking.com or Expedia.com.

Who’s to blame for airline data gaps on coronavirus?

The federal government has been pushing airlines to give them more info, more quickly (specifically, the CDC is after passengers' names, addresses, phone numbers, DOB and emails). But the airlines have pushed back, saying it should be the government’s job to collect that data, and Customs and Border Protection and the CDC are better positioned to do so anyway.

12 tips to lessen the chances of getting sick while riding trains, subways, and buses in the age of coronavirus, according to experts

Tips include not eating, drinking, or using your phone while taking public transit and using hand sanitizer after exiting a subway, train, or bus.

Attractions closed and events canceled amid coronavirus outbreak

From Disney resorts in Asia to the Tokyo Skytree in Japan, novel coronavirus has sparked closures and cancellations of attractions and events around the world.

Coronavirus Leaves Cruise Industry With Canceled Trips and Half-Empty Ships

Travelers are backing out of planned cruises because of coronavirus fears, dealing a punishing blow to the industry at a time of year when ships typically start filling up.

Travel advisers recommend talking to experts before booking cruise trip

Travel advisers are recommending people who want to take a cruise trip to talk to an expert before booking. Clarissa Winchester, a Birmingham travel adviser for Cruise Planners, said she's been receiving a lot of questions from clients who want to know if it's safe to go on a cruise due

Founding of AAA

It was 1902 and automobiles were quickly becoming the vehicle of choice. Road conditions, however, were deplorable. The relatively small number of drivers had to fight for the right to even use some roads in favor of horse-drawn carriages. Small groups of drivers had formed clubs across the country to exchange driving and automobile tips.

Ponce de Leon

On this day in 1513, Ponce de Leon set sail from Puerto Rico to find the fabled Fountain of Youth. Caribbean Indian legends spoke of magical waters, a drink of which would guarantee a life free from the worries of old age. Ponce de Leon had served with Christopher Columbus on his second voyage and became the governor of Puerto

South African Airways Vacations® Offers Big Savings For Families With 50% Off For Kids Under 18 On The “Best Of South Africa” Package

Fort Lauderdale, FL (March 2, 2020) - South African Airways Vacations® (SAA Vacations®), the leisure division of South African Airways, is offering a discount of 50% for children under age 18 on its popular “Best of South Africa” air-inclusive package. Starting from $4,999* (restrictions apply) person and $2,499* (restrictions apply)

Travel expert talks coronavirus and if you should change your plans

Coronavirus concerns have sparked second thoughts from some about traveling. But if you already have scheduled a trip, should you cancel it now? "This is probably one of the more difficult ones because it seems to have spread more worldwide," said David Fishman. "Since 9/11 I really haven't had experience with people with so much fear in regards to travel." Fishman, who owns the Cadillac Travel Group in Southfield

Standard travel insurance won’t cover trip cancellation for coronavirus

If you have a trip planned, you are likely worried it may be impacted by the coronavirus. As the virus outbreak spreads in the U.S., Squaremouth, a travel insurance comparison business in St. Petersburg, reports a 400 percent increase in calls about insurance. The question asked most: does trip insurance cover you if you don’t want want to travel because of the outbreak? What if you become sick and can’t travel?

Airline industry braced for major threat from coronavirus turmoil

The airline industry often finds itself on the corporate frontline when global disaster strikes. The 9/11 attacks, the Sars outbreak and the credit crunch all posed a serious threat to a sector that has always struggled to make consistent profits. The coronavirus crisis marks another dangerous moment for airlines, which are already facing multibillion-dollar revenue losses as the disease hits demand. Carriers around the world

What airlines are doing to sanitize planes

As new cases of novel coronavirus are growing, the travel industry is feeling the impact -- with vacationers and business people debating whether or not to cancel or postpone trips, and some countries, including the US, implementing travel restrictions. But airplanes are still flying, and travelers still traveling, albeit with extra bottles of hand sanitizer and disinfectant wipes in carry-ons. Still, as you board the aircraft and sit in

New York Becomes the Latest State to Ban Single-use Plastic Bags

New York became the latest state to ban plastic bags over the weekend in an effort to combat climate change and plastic waste. The effort, CNN reported, went into effect on Sunday but won’t be legally enforced until at least April 1. It also allows stores to charge a 5-cent fee for paper bags. "Right this minute, plastic bags are hanging in trees, blowing down the streets, filling up our landfills and polluting our lakes, rivers

At 90, Foreign Correspondent Hella Pick Looks Back at a Life Full of Travel

It was a cold winter day in 1939. I was eight years old and on my first big journey, a combined train and boat trip from Vienna to London. I was alone, just carrying a small suitcase. I was a refugee—a Kindertransport child, one of thousands of Jewish children being rescued from Nazi-occupied Austria. It was a journey never to be forgotten; always to be remembered as the first big rupture in my life. The Nazis had torn me

The world's largest island is finally drawing tourists

Confusingly named, enticingly remote and increasingly popular, the chilly island of Greenland is fast becoming the dark horse of 2020 travel destinations. Before planning their trips, most visitors know little about the Arctic destination beyond vague ideas about its misleading nomenclature — “Greenland is icy whereas Iceland is green, right?” — or its link to popular culture, namely: “It’s the one singer Bjork isn’t

The Diamond Princess Cruise Ship is Now Empty After Coronavirus Quarantine

A final group of 130 crew members have left the quarantined Diamond Princess cruise ship. Japanese Health Minister Katsunobu Kato announced during a press conference Sunday that the ship — that was carrying 3,711 people — is now ready for sterilization and safety checks, according to The Associated Press. However, he did not announce a timeframe for when the checks will be completed. Of all the passengers and

Virgin Voyages Cancels New York City Debut Amid Coronavirus

Virgin Voyages has postponed a preview of its ship, Scarlet Lady, which was scheduled to make its New York City debut later this week. In a surprising announcement made by the cruise line, a spokesperson for Virgin said: “In light of the current news headlines, we want to ensure everyone feels it is the right time to celebrate with us. We understand people may want to focus on other things at the moment, so we have

America’s Best Private Island Resort Is Back And Better Than Ever

An unusually destructive hurricane - even for the worst possible Category 5 - 2017’s Irma was considered the most powerful storm ever for the open Atlantic region and the worst to hit the U.S. since Katrina twelve years earlier. In addition to catastrophic destruction across the northern Caribbean, it was devastating in the Florida Keys. As a result, it has taken two and a half years for one of the nation’s most iconic luxury resorts

Trippin’ out on olives: a food lover’s guide to the Peloponnese

When I first went to Greece, some 30 years ago, I was a teenage backpacker and survived on biscuits and scrumped (delicious) lemons. I didn’t discover the joys of Greek food until I lived there as an English teacher after university. At the time supermarkets, such as they were, only sold canned and frozen food. I had to develop a new way of shopping: in markets, grocers and butchers, buying what was fresh, local and in season

How I Became the First Female CEO of a Major Cruise Line

In the third installment of our "How I Became" series, we're focusing less about traveling around the world—and more about traveling up the corporate ladder. In conversation with Lisa Lutoff-Perlo, Celebrity Cruises' president and CEO and the first woman to hold that title in industry history, we look back at how she started her career and rose to the top with no female mentors or advocates in sight. Along the way, we chat

Las Vegas hotels raise resort fees to record levels due to coronavirus

Guests checking into four Las Vegas hotels from today onwards will be asked to pay extra. The increase in resort fees is believed to be as a result of the coronavirus scare, which has led to a downturn in business. Fees will increase at Bally's Las Vegas, Flamingo Las Vegas, Harrah's Las Vegas and The Linq. They are all part of the Caesars Group. Hotels use resort fees, which typically add around £30 to the nightly room rate

Newly Discovered Galápagos Tortoise May Give Hope to a Subspecies Experts Believed Was Extinct

There may be hope for a Galápagos tortoise that was thought to be extinct, as experts discovered a young tortoise that is partially related to the subspecies, according to reports. The tortoise subspecies, Chelonoidis abingdonii, was believed to have died out in 2012, when the last animal of its kind — called Lonesome George — passed away, NBC News reported. At the time, Lonesome George was reportedly more than 100 years

The Birth of Dr. Seuss

On this day in 1904, Theodor Geisel was born in Springfield, Massachusetts. By the time of his death 87 years later in 1997, he had written 40 books selling more than 200 million copies. His pen name "Dr. Seuss" was derived from his mother's maiden name. His first best seller The Cat in the Hat, was published in 1957

Coronavirus: Trump adds travel restrictions on Iran, advisories for Italy and South Korea

President Donald Trump and Vice President Mike Pence on Saturday announced additional travel restrictions involving Iran and increased warnings about travel to Italy and South Korea to combat the coronavirus after the health officials in Washington state announced the first death in the U.S. from the virus. Pence, who's been placed in charge of the administration's response, said the U.S. was "expanding

Nervous about buying a plane ticket? American waiving change fees amid coronavirus crisis

Skittish about buying a nonrefundable plane ticket given the growing travel fallout from the coronavirus epidemic? American Airlines and other carriers, worried about soft ticket sales, are taking the unprecedented step of broadly waiving those hefty ticket change and cancellation fees for new ticket purchases. JetBlue started the trend last week because of "evolving coronavirus concerns'' and was

Jamaica’s Newest Luxury Hotel Is Filled With Eco-conscious Architecture, Local Art, and Over 65 Years of Half Moon History

In a recent meeting, Guy Steuart III was philosophical in describing his latest project. “We’re in the memory-making business,” he said. “Hotels can feel like suspended reality, but things happen there that are significant and enduring. That’s what we do at Half Moon.” The chairman of the iconic resort development, just outside Montego Bay, sat down with Travel + Leisure to discuss the upcoming opening of

Why I Take My Kids Out of School to Travel

As a travel writer, I’m on the road quite a bit. Last year I took 22 trips and I brought one — or both — of my kids on 17 of them. Granted some trips were short — long weekends — but others, like Costa Rica and Panama, were ten days. I always try and plan my kids’ trips during school and summer breaks, but it doesn’t always work out that way. And for a vast majority of people, traveling only during school

One way the wealthy hope to avoid coronavirus? Private jets

Growing fear over coronavirus is battering commercial airline stocks, but private jet operators are seeing a spike in demand as well-heeled travelers look to minimize their public exposure and find alternatives to suspended flights. “There’s undoubtedly been a rise in demand for short-notice, on-demand charter,” said Adam Twidell, chief executive officer of jet charter provider PrivateFly. “We’ve had a

A local's guide to Hamburg: 10 top tips

Our historic port city is defined by its waterways: the mighty Elbe River, a maze of canals around the warehouses of the Unesco-listed Speicherstadt neighbourhood, and above all the giant lake, the Outer Alster, formed by the Alster River. The best time to discover Alster is on a Saturday or Sunday morning, when Hamburgers set out to hike, walk the dog, jog, bike or skateboard around the lake. Renting a

Which Cruise Ports are Closed?

Between outright cruise port closures, ports only denying entry to Chinese, South Korean and Italian nationals, and ports randomly turning away ships out of a fear there might be a sick person onboard, it might feel like cruise ships are being bounced around -- all due to continuing concerns over the spread of coronavirus, which originated in Wuhan, China, but has since spread to every continent except

Dominican Republic confirms 1st coronavirus case cruise denied entry

Health officials in the Dominican Republic on Sunday reported the first confirmed case of the new coronavirus in the tourist-rich Caribbean, a 62-year-old Italian citizen. Public Health Minister Rafael Sánchez Cárdenas said the man had arrived in the country on Feb. 22 without showing symptoms. He was being treated in isolation at a military hospital and “has not shown serious complications.” The

World's First Dreamworks Animation Water Park Is Opening in the Massive American Dream Mall

American Dream, a mega-mall — or rather, a one-stop shopping and entertainment destination – in East Rutherford, N.J. is about to get even bigger and even better if you can believe it. On March 19, the world’s first DreamWorks Animation Water Park, where you and your family can play and swim with characters from movies, like "Shrek," "Kung Fu Panda," and "Madagascar," will open in the complex. “We

The Ski Resort Combining Adventure With The Best Of High Alpine Dining

Maybe it’s because Panorama Mountain Resort isn’t right off the Trans-Canada Highway, like Revelstoke Mountain Resort and Kicking Horse. Maybe it’s because its base town of Invermere is tiny and a bit sleepy, unlike artsy Nelson and spunky Fernie. Whatever the reason, Panorama has fallen off the map of the Powder Highway, the popular circuit of ski destinations in interior British Columbia. But it

Steamy scenes at low prices: Bucharest’s affordable luxury spa

Dozens of clammy bodies are crammed into the Alhambra sauna, waiting for … I’m not sure what. Then a woman places a ball of crushed ice on the coals, which releases delicious tangerine and grapefruit aromas as it melts. She uses a towel to waft the hot, fruity air around the room and makes “healing sounds” with a rainstick. She repeats the ritual with lemongrass-infused ice, then spearmint and

Where Bad Bunny Parties in Puerto Rico

Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, best known by his stage name Bad Bunny, is hard to miss. The Puerto Rican artist is as well known for pioneering the Latin trap genre—an evolution of reggaeton that draws on hip-hop and trap music—as he is for his loud, gender-bending street style (think Matrix-inspired sunglasses, loads of Supreme, and bold manicures). But as he has skyrocketed to fame on the mainland

The Republican Party is Born

On this day in 1854, a group of former Democrats, Free Soilers, and other abolitionists (about 50 slavery opponents in all) met in Ripon, Wisconsin, to call for creation of a new political party. The American Civil War was still more than six years away, but slavery was on everyone's mind. The US Congress was poised

Disney World Jungle Cruise boat full of passengers sinks, hilarious reactions ensue

Thankfully, the angry hippos aren't real. Disney World's Jungle Cruise ride, which takes passengers on a gentle tour through a river filled with robot animals, went awry on Thursday, when a boat full of passengers sank into the shallow, murky water. Though Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, who is starring in an upcoming adventure film inspired by the ride, wasn't there to leap to the rescue, Florida's Reedy

Should you travel during the coronavirus outbreak?

With new cases of novel coronavirus reported daily in countries across the globe, many travelers are wondering if they should cancel or postpone existing plans and hold off on booking trips. "Should I cancel my trip to Rome and Florence?" one CNN reader is wondering. "What is the threshold for rethinking domestic travel plans?," another asks. Unfortunately, there's no one-size-fits-all answer. It's very

The Moorings: Go Cruising Without The Crowds

While there’s no denying the appeal of getting away from it all on a cruise, there’s also the matter of the cruise ship itself. The current concerns over coronavirus have many people rethinking their cruise plans. But since the idea of escape and the water are so appealing to so many, it may be time to look at a smaller vessel. Make that a much smaller vessel, like a private yacht. Now if you happen to own a

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Imagine a charming, coastal bed and breakfast run by a well-traveled innkeeper, showcasing treasures hand-picked from around the globe amidst vintage furnishings and local botany. That’s the ethos that inspired the forthcoming Life House, Nantucket—the sixth property in the tech-driven lifestyle hotel brand’s portfolio, which is set to open this summer in Nantucket, Massachusetts. Another

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In 2019, more people than ever before decided to travel by rail in the United States. Amtrak reported a three percent jump in short distance trips via its ever-popular Northeast Corridor route and a one percent increase in long-distance travel. Though small, it could mark the beginning of a new era for train travel in America. Yes, it seems more and more Americans are becoming wise to the merits of

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When the first commercial flight took off on 1 January 1914, the carbon emissions contributing to air pollution were probably not the highest priority. More than a century later, in 2019, the actions of young environmental activist Greta Thunberg helped raise awareness of the Swedish term flygskam — translated as “flight shame” — to the rest of the world. Her decision to cross the Atlantic Ocean by

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Earlier this year, a family of three women from New Zealand -- a mom and her two adult daughters -- made headlines around the world when they were denied the business class seats they'd paid for on a Thai Airways flight because they were too big to fit into them. Ironically, the family -- Huhana Iripa and daughters Tere and Renell -- had purchased business class seats because they'd assumed those

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For years, travelers have been coming to Los Cabos unaware that this region on the southern tip of Mexico’s Baja California Peninsula comprises two different towns. And we can’t say we blame them. It’s only since the post Hurricane Odile–hotel boom that the area around the laidback, colonial town of San José del Cabo has started to steal the spotlight away from luxury resort-lined Cabo San Lucas

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Europe suffered an unusually hot summer in 2019. Seven weather stations in Spain recorded their highest temperatures ever in June, and higher-than-average temperatures and drought were registered across the country in July and August. However, the scorching weather conditions revealed an unexpected sight in the Spanish province of Cáceres: as the drought caused the shoreline of the Tagus

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The Isle of Wight is having a moment. That’s what conservationist Dave Fairlamb tells me as we eat homemade cake on a silver-grey afternoon, watching meadow pipits above Newtown’s salt marshes. “From a nature perspective,” he says, “everything’s converging.” Dave has just launched Natural Links, offering birdwatching breaks and courses on the island, which has been focusing on its natural

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MSC Meraviglia is set to dock in Cozumel today, despite being turned away from the Cayman Islands yesterday over unfounded coronavirus fears. The ship is currently waiting for permission to dock in Cozumel due to high winds, which the line estimates will abate by around 8 a.m. ET today. Yesterday (February 26), the 4,475-passenger ship was turned away from the Cayman Islands and the day

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Season 1 of Netflix dating series “Love Is Blind” has just come to an end, with the popular streaming service uploading its final wedding episode Thursday. The show’s premise — involving couples who meet, date and become engaged without seeing one another — immediately captivated viewers, as hosts Nick and Vanessa Lachey guided the starry-eyed lovers through the ups and downs of a

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Marinus van der Lubbe, a former Communist party member in Berlin, decided to strike a blow for the working man. He was most likely acting on his own. With a torch in hand, he set fire to the Reichstag Building, the assembly location of the German Parliament. His act of arson was intended as a statement

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Fort Lauderdale, FL (February 25, 2020) – South African Airways (SAA), the national flag carrier of South Africa and a Skytrax 4-Star rated airline, is offering special fares from Washington Dulles to South Africa in our award-winning Premium Business Class Cabin. Round-trip Business Class fares start from $3,959*

Coronavirus Travel: 10 Steps to Follow Before Rethinking Your Plans

As the world watches the Covid-19 coronavirus evolve into what may soon become a pandemic, many travelers have been left wondering what this means for trips they have booked. Whether you're heading to China, Italy, or nowhere near current outbreaks, here's everything you should think through before altering or cancelling your travels plans. The U.S. Department of State (DOS) is

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Saudi Arabia cut travel to Islam’s holiest sites, South Korea toughened penalties for those breaking quarantines and airports across Latin America looked for signs of sick passengers Thursday as a new virus troubled a mushrooming swath of the globe. With the illness pushing its way into a sixth continent and the number of sick and dead rising, the crisis gave way to political and diplomatic rows

10 Life-changing Wellness Trips to Take in 2020

Routines are an important part of daily life – from ensuring we're properly caffeinated before work to making sure we stay in shape, have clean clothes, and get to work on time. But when life gets busy and there's too much to do in one day, habits like exercise, cooking in, self care, and getting enough sleep may take a backseat... for far too long. This is where wellness trips come in – health and self

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Some travelers are chronically late for flights but being late can often turn your day into a travel disaster depending on which airport you go to. That’s why Financebuzz analyzed 45 of the busiest airports in the United States to find which ones are the best and worst for late travelers. For those who are always early (perhaps even chronically too early) for flights, the idea of someone waltzing through security

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You've seen your friends' photos, you've watched the Lord of the Rings trilogy and you're desperate to experience New Zealand for yourself. But considering that the Land of the Long White Cloud is about the same size as the UK, how will you decide what to see? Here's our insider's guide to Aotearoa's must-see destinations, including some off-the-beaten track gems. Cape Reinga is the end of the

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The British government's contentious plans to build a third runway at London's Heathrow Airport have been blocked by an appeals court on environmental grounds, in a landmark victory for climate campaigners. Judges in the closely-watched case at London's Court of Appeal said the UK government, which threw its support behind the proposal, had failed to take into account what impact the move

10 of the best music venues in Brussels

More than a century old, AB, as the locals call it, is a medium-size venue for rock, electronic, jazz, global, experimental and pop acts and is in the city centre, close to the Bourse (stock exchange). The main room is big enough to house major artists: all-standing crowds or fully seated ones, or a combination. Whoever is playing, expect the sound quality to be superb. Tokens are needed to purchase drinks

American Cruise Lines to Debut New Riverboats in 2021

American Cruise Lines will construct two additional riverboats in time for the 2021 season. The two new vessels -- which will be sister ships to American Harmony and American Jazz -- are already under construction at the Chesapeake Shipbuilding yard in Salisbury, Maryland. The as-yet-unnamed riverboats will follow the forthcoming American Jazz, which debuts this year in New Orleans. Both new

Princess Cruise Ship Has Gastrointestinal Outbreaks on Back to Back Cruises

A Princess Cruises ship has had a gastrointestinal outbreak for the second consecutive cruise. This second illness outbreak on Caribbean Princess follows the previous sailing that was shortened after 403 passengers and crew members reported symptoms of vomiting and diarrhea. Cruise lines are required to report to the CDC anytime more than 3% of the passengers and crew members report illnesses

A New Star On The Costa Del Sol: The Anantara Villa Padierna Palace Benahavis Marbella Resort In Spain

I’ll be honest: Marbella never really captured my imagination. Too much flash, I thought. Or too much mass. Yachts and oligarchs and petrodollars and excess. Or cheap package holidays at all-inclusive hotels for mindless fun in the sun along the overcrowded Costa del Sol. And golf. Lots of golf. But when Anantara put out its flag there, that got my attention. Maybe I was missing something. The

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The jungles of the Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), rife with malaria and guerrilla warfare, are far removed in every way from the exclusive enclaves of the Mediterranean where most of Europe's wealthy spent their summer vacations. But it these kinds of remote and deprived locations where an increasing number of the younger-moneyed are spending their holidays as they flout the

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If you love both Disney World and a tropical beach vacation, you're in luck: Soon, you’ll be able to experience Disney magic on two tropical islands. Disney Cruise Lines is building an exclusive resort on a private island in The Bahamas. Disney already owns a private island in The Bahamas called Castaway Cay, which is reserved for Disney Cruise Line guests on Bahamian and Caribbean cruises. South

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At The Resort at Paws Up, in Greenough, Montana, you can really work up an appetite. There’s horseback riding, snowshoeing, sporting clays, archery, canoeing, dogsledding—all set in a stunning landscape. At the end of the day, you’ll be lucky to have enough energy to make it down for dinner. But don’t worry if you can't—you can always order pizza. Launched in August 2019, the resort's in-home pizza

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Pawtucket, RI (February 24, 2020) – Collette, global tour operator, highlights faith based tours as Lent begins this week. Faith itineraries are designed to inspire and enrich. They’re for those who want more out of their travel on a spiritual level, and want to witness the special religious landmarks in the world. Guests will see the

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In 1908 President Theodore Roosevelt signed legislation giving the Grand Canyon status as a National Monument. On February 26th, 1919, by an act of the United States Congress, Grand Canyon National Monument became Grand Canyon National Park. Today, the Grand Canyon National Park receives over 4 million

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After months of the disease's rapid spread within China, the new Covid-19 coronavirus is starting to take hold of other regions, causing concern that the outbreak may become a global pandemic. Over the weekend, Italy became the latest hotspot for the virus, along with South Korea and Iran, when cases jumped from three on Friday to over 322 on Tuesday, making Italy's the biggest documented outbreak outside of

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If you’re trying to figure out where to book your big vacation for later this year, you might want to consider Key Largo, Fla., according to one report. On Tuesday, TripAdvisor published its Travelers’ Choice Awards for 2020. Aside from its Popular Destinations awards -- which went to New York City, Hawaii and Las Vegas in the top three U.S. spots --, TripAdvisor added two new categories this year: Trending Destinations and

Coronavirus: Your guide to travel warnings, flights, cruises, hotels

The world has been scrambling to contain the new coronavirus, which has infected tens of thousands of people and killed nearly 3,000. The travel industry in turn faces an unprecedented situation. What is the U.S. government recommending? How can airlines, cruise lines and hotels accommodate travelers? While the coronavirus situation is fluid, the government and the industry are taking and recommending

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Luxury travel is changing as sustainability comes front and center for the $8.8 trillion travel industry, a sector responsible for one in 10 jobs globally, according to the World Travel & Tourism Council. IHG is a major hospitality player with over 883,000 rooms and more than 5,900 hotels, with another 1,900 in the pipeline. Along with its InterContinental and Holiday Inn brands, it has become a growing player in the world

United Paid $90,000 in Travel Vouchers to Get Passengers to Downgrade From First Class

United Airlines offered nine passengers a reported $10,000 each after downgrading them from first class to premium plus on a flight from Newark to Honolulu. Over the weekend, the airline had to swap out its planned Boeing 777 aircraft for a Boeing 767-300 which had less first class capacity. Due to the lack of space, the airline asked for volunteers to downgrade, according to travel blog View From the Wing. However

Air New Zealand unveils economy-class sleeping pods

There are people who can sleep anywhere, any time, in any position -- including upright in an economy-class airplane seat. And then there are the rest of us. Neck pillows just don't cut it. Reclining a few inches does nothing. We need to lie flat, which is what makes Air New Zealand's prototype sleep pods so exciting. On February 26, the airline filed patent and trademark applications for the "Economy Skynest" -- the result

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The River Nile stretches more than 4,000 miles (6,650 km) between Lake Victoria and the Mediterranean Sea. Out of all that length, is the relatively short section between Aswan and Luxor in southern Egypt is the most intriguing. What makes this part of the river so special? First and foremost, the ancient treasures scattered along its banks. Some of largest, most elaborate and intriguing structures built in ancient times

Virgin Galactic sees demand for space travel surge

Virgin Galactic has said it will release more tickets for flights into space amid surging demand. Sir Richard Branson's firm, which completed its first sub-orbital test flight in 2018, said it had received almost 8,000 registrations of interest for future commercial flights. That is more than double the amount it recorded at the end of September 2019. The firm has so far sold 600 tickets for its inaugural flights, scheduled for later

Record Heat Melted Away 20% Of This Antarctic Island's Snow

A heatwave in Antarctica's Eagle Island is estimated to have melted about 20 percent of this season’s snowfall in just a few days this month. On Feb. 6, it was about the same temperature at the contentment's northern tip as it was on the same day in Los Angeles at 69.3 degrees Fahrenheit, according to the NASA Earth Observatory. Eagle Island — one of Antarctica’s closest points to South America — lost one inch of its

10 of the best hotels near Europe's main railway stations

City breaks in Paris, Berlin, Brussels and more get a characterful twist at these hotels and hostels within walking distance of the big terminals. Smart and contemporary, this three-star hotel has a fabulous rooftop terrace, with a bar serving snacks, plus a long, narrow infinity pool and a view over the Museu Nacional d’Art de Catalunya to the wooded hill of Montjuïc. Room decor is minimal and there is plenty of light from floor

Föhr: The German island obsessed with Manhattan

Blimey, this drink looked familiar. The setting was a maritime pub in the pretty village of Wyk on the island of Föhr, a gateway to the North Frisian Islands on Germany’s North Sea coast. Propped at the bar was Jann-Oluf Arfsten, aka “Mr Manhattan”, a vegetable and potato farmer, now in his 50s, who was slowly sipping a glass of maple-brown alcohol known as “the national drink of Föhr”. “Every day is better with one of

U.S. officials: Four more Diamond Princess passengers have coronavirus; U.S. cases at 57

Four more passengers from the Diamond Princess cruise ship have tested positive for coronavirus COVID-19, bringing the total number of Americans infected from the ship to 40, leading U.S. health officials said Tuesday. That brings the total U.S. coronavirus cases to 57. The number includes 12 who returned from China before the federal government imposed travel restrictions, two who became infected from other

Which Cruise Ports are Closed?

Between outright cruise port closures and ports only denying entry to Chinese nationals, it might feel like cruise ships are being bounced around Asia -- and even Caribbean and South Pacific waters -- due to mounting concerns over the spread of coronavirus, which originated in Wuhan, China. Recently, Italy became the location of the largest outbreak of the virus outside of Asia, with 283 cases reported as of February

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The James Hotel Nomad is the kind of place where you check in and have the option not to leave unless you really want to. There are well-appointed rooms, a popular restaurant (Scarpetta), a lively bar (The Seville) and lots on-site services to choose from. When I recently stayed there, I was especially impressed by the many beauty and wellness treatments available at the property. As someone who spends a good

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Most South Australians know the Adelaide Hills town of Lobethal for one thing. Every night in December, large displays of Christmas lights adorn local businesses and homes, and the streets are crowded with buses and cars during the Lights of Lobethal festival. But last year the tradition ended early. As bushfires ripped through the Adelaide Hills on 20 December, people flying home for Christmas instead saw the Mount

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Today marks the anniversary of the death of the greatest English architect of all time, Sir Christopher Wren, who designed St. Paul's Cathedral as well as over 50 other churches in London. He was a founder of the Royal Society and its first president. At Cambridge, he designed the Pembroke and Emmanuel College chapels, as well

American Sets Sales Records River Cruising is More Popular Than Ever in the U.S.A.

GUILFORD, CT—February 24, 2020—American Cruise Lines announced today the strongest start to Wave Season in the company’s history. Wave Season, the cruise industry term for first quarter sales, has surpassed company expectations, with records broken in nearly every category. Demand for small ship cruises across the

US State Department urges citizens to reconsider cruise ship travel to Asia

In yet another blow to the troubled cruise industry, US travelers are being urged to steer clear of Asia's waters. On Monday, the State Department advised cruise ship travelers to or within Asia to reconsider their trips, saying in a statement on its website, "This is a dynamic situation and US citizens traveling by ship may be impacted by travel restrictions affecting their itineraries or ability to disembark, or may be

Winter Storm Watch in Chicago Prompts Airlines to Issue Flight Waivers

Major airlines are getting ahead of Chicago-area snowfall this week after the National Weather Service issued a winter storm watch for Tuesday and Wednesday. With six inches of snow predicted, United, Delta, American and JetBlue are accommodating passengers' flight plans. United is issuing travel waivers for passengers scheduled to travel through the Midwest from Tuesday, Feb. 25 and Wednesday, Feb. 26

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A terrific trip by air should be about delighting your senses with new and amazing experiences. It shouldn’t be about managing logistics. Tackle the details in advance, and you’ll be on your way to an enjoyable getaway that’s as hassle-free as possible. Here are five tips to add ease to your itinerary. Keeping a list of your pre-travel to-dos can be a great way to smooth your trip. Use a trip-planning app or just good old

Coronavirus: Your rights as a traveller

But one thing is for certain: the disease has already become a nightmare for travellers and the tourism industry alike. China, Italy, South Korea and Iran have reported significant numbers of cases and are doing their best to contain the threat. If you have a trip booked to one of those destinations, your rights can depend on your choice of airline and the small print of your insurance policy. But in practice, insurers and airlines

I Never Thought I'd Stop Traveling—Until My Body Forced Me to Take a Break

My mother used to joke that as a child I learned to be homeless. Our family was the most serious kind of refugees—the kind that lived out of very few bags. We'd made our way from war-time buses out of Tehran to a pit-stop in Turkey, then on to nunneries in the Alps, relatives’ cramped apartments in Paris, and downtown Los Angeles flophouses. We eventually found a home, but that life I led as a three year old

Petition to airlines: Kids should sit with their parents

Basic economy is fine if you're a solo airline passenger willing to roll the dice on a middle seat. For families, the lowest airfare class can be problematic. Without seat assignments -- which increasingly come with a fee attached -- children may end up separated from their parents. That's unacceptable, says Consumer Reports' advocacy arm. Thursday, the non-profit research, media and advocacy organization posted an

How to Visit Uzbekistan, A Country Undergoing a Tourism Renaissance

“Don’t forget my license plate number,” my driver said, dropping me off in front of a soaring, tile-clad mausoleum. “We all drive white cars—you’ll never find me otherwise!” The popular color seemed illogical considering the smudging gray desert winds that regularly blew through. The explanation (“It’s got something to do with a knight and his white horse”) didn’t quite satisfy, but the fairy tale comparison was apt. There

India's little-known Mizo tribal cuisine

Crowing roosters and pink-streaked skies suggest it’s time for early rousers to stir. But the clock shows barely 05:00 even though the light seems much too bright for a wintry morning. Less than an hour later, the entire hilltop city of Aizawl is awash in sunlight, the sudden warming of air causing clouds to scurry down to colder valleys below – a common spectacle in these hills at this time of year. This seemingly horological

This New LA Hotel Has Massive Suites, Breathtaking Views, and the Hottest Nightclub on the Sunset Strip

From growing up in Brooklyn to opening Manhattan’s iconic Studio 54, hotelier Ian Schrager is a New Yorker through and through — but he plays the part of an Angeleno more effortlessly than some of Hollywood’s biggest stars. “Each part is an official part of the whole, like a movie,” he says of producing his latest California project, the West Hollywood Edition, as he sits at an oversized picnic table in the all-white

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Historic England is the country’s official list keeper of the most historically and architecturally significant places in England — places such as monuments, shipwrecks and battlefields. And pubs. Earlier this month, the heritage organization updated 11 English pub listings to reflect their cultural heritage and national importance, with one receiving a coveted Grade I designation. The Philharmonic Dining Rooms — a 19th

The top 25 emerging travel destinations

The top emerging destinations for 2020 have been revealed in the TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice awards. “Emerging” destinations were defined as up-and-coming places with a year-on-year increase in positive TripAdvisor review ratings, which had also seen an increase in “saves” in travellers’ trips. The Russian province of Kaliningrad came top of the list, followed by Saranda in Albania and Beirut in Lebanon. The simplified

The dancing cranes of West Sweden – a bucket list wildlife spectacle

The throng stretches out on either side of me: a shifting, bickering thousands-strong multitude spread around the lakeside, jostling for space and filling the air with sound. It is a breathtaking sight, a cacophonous celebration of life on a spectacular scale. While rural south-west Sweden is the kind of place one might visit in order to avoid the crowds, it is the masses that I have come to witness: the vast congregation

Three New Hotel Hotspots To Put On Your Radar

From a ‘curated’ townhouse in Mallorca to the carnival-themed hotel on London’s Southbank – hotels are pushing the boundaries when it comes to design this year. Opening in June 2020, in the quaint rural town of Santanyí in the south east of Mallorca, Can Ferrereta is carved out of a stunning 17th-century mansion. The 32-bedroom boutique hotel has been restored by the team behind Sant Francesc Hotel Singular

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Holland America has long been known for its excellent, comprehensive itineraries and for an expertise in Alaska cruising driven by its long history offering cruises -- and land tours -- in the state. In recent year, the line has also earned a reputation for some of the best live music in the industry. But when Cruise Critic was invited to experience the line's romantic offerings, we have to admit to be caught off-guard. Sure, we

The Battle of Los Angeles

On February 23, 1942, only months after the United States entered World War II as a result of the attack on Pearl Harbor, a Japanese submarine fired on an oil refinery in Santa Barbara. Only minimal damage was inflicted, but concern over a possible invasion of the West Coast ran high. On February 24, 1942 reports of

Is Gothenburg Europe's greenest city?

Last September, I visited Greta Thunberg's Nordic homeland. When I arrived in her hometown of Stockholm, I just missed the celebrated young Swedish climate activist as she’d departed by solar-powered yacht to attend the UN Climate Summit in New York. But I did come to understand why Sweden is a global leader in the tourism-sustainability movement, and why Gothenburg, its second-largest city, has been

Massive sandstorm strands travelers in Canary Islands

Travelers in the Canary Islands face continued disruption Monday morning following a massive sandstorm that blew in from the Sahara Desert over the weekend. The popular holiday destination, which is part of Spain but lies off the coast of Morocco and Western Sahara, was struck by winds known as "la calima," which blow huge amounts of dust and sand across the Atlantic Ocean. Airports were closed due to the storm

Snow starts to fall on Scotland's road network

Snow has started to fall on high level roads in Scotland, with warnings in place of more to come at lower levels. Commuters had been warned of possible disruption to travel as snow is expected across much of the country. Most of the central belt remained wet during the morning travel peak but wintry showers remain a possibility throughout the day. The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning which will affect

France away from the crowds

We took a Eurostar then a train from Paris Gare de Bercy via Clermont Ferrand to Le Mont-Dore, a spa town at the source of the Dordogne river in the Massif Central. It’s certainly hidden France: we met no other Brits there earlier this month (February). There were only two runs open in this gem of a ski resort, so we walked through woods to an impressive waterfall – La Grande Cascade – along a path leading to the

The adoration of Ghent: art, history and flavours in Flanders

Plundered, dismantled and stolen, it’s a miracle that the Ghent Altarpiece – also known as the Adoration of the Mystic Lamb – by brothers Hubert and Jan Van Eyck, has survived. Now a forensic, seven-year restoration of the 15th-century polyptych has revealed the brilliance of its original palette and details – tendrils of angelic hair, the gleam of a copper fountain – darkened over time. To celebrate, curators at Ghent’s

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When travelers think of Georgia, its ancient winemaking tradition, epic cheesy breads and trendy nightclub scene usually come to mind. But the country's greatest asset is actually its snow-capped mountains. Spanning 1,200 kilometers, the Caucasus Mountains cover approximately 60% of the country's surface area, making the Alps look like child's play. So why haven't more people cottoned on to Georgia's magnificent

United Airlines raising checked-bag fees beginning in March

If you’re planning on flying United Airlines, be prepared to pay a little more for your checked bag. The airline increased its checked-baggage fees on Friday by $5, following a similar move in January by JetBlue Airways, USA Today reports. Passengers will have to pay $35 for their first checked bag and $45 for the second. However, customers can also prepay for bags to avoid the increased fee. The price for checked bags will

The black women travelling to Italy for love

Italy, a country known for its language of love and for its men who publicly shower overtures on women like a centuries-old art form, is often associated with romantic encounters of the kind portrayed in the movies, from Roman Holiday to The Lizzie McGuire Movie. So, some black women ask, why shouldn’t it be the same for them? Latrese Williams is one such traveller. When Williams goes out in Chicago or pretty much

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Arriving in Sauternes feels like landing in the middle of a French feel-good movie. You roll into the village, some 40km south of Bordeaux, along winding roads that run past meticulously tended vines bordered by low stone walls – and wish you were in an open-top car. You park by a 12th-century church with a towering spire. A statue of Joan of Arc out front is receiving a fresh lick of silver paint from what could be a pair

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If you’re taking a river cruise, the chances are you’ve already converted to the virtues of slow travel. After all, part of the pleasure is the gentle pace, the unhurried overnight stops, the stately speed of the boat ploughing through idyllic countryside. Why would you top and tail a cruise with all the headaches of flying? Why not, instead, make more of your river cruise by travelling slowly – relatively – by train, and

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Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. is sending two of its vessels -- one from Royal Caribbean and one from Celebrity -- on a series of humanitarian voyages in Australia and the United States, along with the donation of one million masks to China to aid in efforts to combat the coronavirus outbreak. Royal Caribbean's Spectrum of the Seas will redeploy to Australia in late February 2020, offering complimentary cruises to the

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Hudson Yards is located where the new towers on the far west side of Manhattan have now made their marks on the city new skyline. New York skyline looks definitely different from a decade ago. Hudson Yards, this massive project developed by Related and Oxford Properties, rises where the high line ends and West Chelsea begins. A unique combination of spectacular luxury condos, innovative office spaces, 1 million

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It’s the stuff of holiday nightmares; arriving in your hotel to discover that other guests arrived before you, and that they bite. Paris is back in the bed bug headlines but is the city really any different than other metropolitan areas in suffering an increase? As the city launches a hotline, here’s a run down on what you need to know and why it’s happening. Bed bugs were almost wiped out in the 1950s after increased use of

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"I live like a man who is already dead", he said two weeks before his death. "I'm a marked man." On February 21, 1965, assassins from the Black Muslims shot and killed Malcolm X as he was about to address a gathering in New York City. He was 39 years old. Eighteen months earlier, Malcolm X had been the

Coronavirus: CDC issues new travel notices for Hong Kong, Japan

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued new advisories on Wednesday for travelers going to Hong Kong and Japan in the wake of the deadly coronavirus spreading across the world. The advisories are notably only a "level 1," a "watch," meaning travelers should exercise "usual precautions," unlike the "level 3" issued for China Jan. 27, which warns to "avoid nonessential travel." China's

Coronavirus: air travel demand 'will fall for first time in 11 years'

The spread of the coronavirus will result in the first fall in global air travel in more than a decade, the international airline industry body has predicted. The International Air Transport Association (Iata) warned that falling passenger demand as a result of the outbreak of the Covid-19 virus would cost the airline industry $29.3bn (£23.7bn) in lost revenues this year. In its initial assessment of the impact, the

Born again: Decommissioned airplanes get a new lease on life

When airliners have passed their twilight years -- on average, after 26 years of service -- many end up in the tumbleweed-strewn "plane boneyards" of California, Arizona and New Mexico. Sure, the pilots' seats will probably end up taking pride of place in somebody's man cave, and there are other aeronautical curios that specialist companies salvage and transform into avgeek knick-knacks. But once the

France launches bedbug hotline in campaign to stamp out the itchy menace

France thought it had gotten rid of bedbugs in the 1950s, but in recent years the blood-sucking insects have made a comeback. In response to this unwelcome resergence, the French government launched an anti-bedbug campaign Thursday, which includes a dedicated website and an information hotline. "We can all be affected," reads the website, which provides information on "strict

10 great restaurants near stations in Europe

With time to kill in Warsaw between trains, I wandered out of the central station for food and within five minutes stumbled upon the Radio Café on Nowogrodzka. Inside, I found walls covered in cold war memorabilia and learned that the owners worked for Radio Free Europe at that time, giving the authentic Polish restaurant its name. I decided against the pierogi (dumpling) menu (from £5.50) and

The mysterious inverted tower steeped in Templar myth

Near the manicured gardens and hilltop villas of Sintra, Portugal, lies the fairytale estate of Quinta da Regaleira. Protected within a Unesco World Heritage landscape, Quinta da Regaleira is a postcard-perfect mix of Gothic, Egyptian, Moorish and Renaissance architecture. But it’s what lies beneath the palace’s gardens that truly sets the estate’s design apart. A pair of wells, called the Initiation

Why I Stopped Making Travel Bucket Lists—And Won’t Make One Again

We live in a day and age of road trips and budget travel. If possible, we can take a long weekend and drive a few hours within the United States to a new city, or have the luxury of staying home for a staycation. Travel bucket lists were a great way for me to organize dreams into one consolidated list. One of my dreams is still to hike the Camino de Santiago, or the Way of St. James, along the Camino Frances

Travel trend: the magnetism of the Arctic Circle

The irresistible pull of going off-grid has travellers swapping sand for snow in increasing numbers. Touted as ‘the new exotic’, this region, which encompasses the northernmost territories of Norway, Sweden and Finland, plus swathes of Russia, Canada, Alaska and Greenland, is a trending destination in experiential tourism. The industry is taking heed; adventure holiday advocate Scott Dunn is sailing 45 percent

Meet Mr. Apollo, the Apollo Theater’s Tour Guide, Historian, and Lifelong Legend

When Billy Mitchell’s mom sent him to Harlem from the South Bronx one fateful day in 1965, he had no idea that the trip would change his life forever. While his mission was simple — borrow some money from an aunt who lived in the area, across from the world-famous Apollo theater — it would set him on the path to coming face-to-face with some of the biggest names in music. It was while running this

Gay-Listers Guide: Honolulu With Latrice Royale

In this edition of Gay-Listers Guide, RuPaul’s Drag Race legend Latrice Royale of Season 4, All Stars 1 and All Stars 4 takes us to her favorite vacation spot, Honolulu, Hawaii. How many times have you traveled to Honolulu? Four separate times since 2014! Honolulu is the most beautiful tropical paradise in the world. I never felt more grounded than I did when I was there. What’s your best memory there?

Virgin Voyages' Scarlet Lady Cruise Ship Arrives in Dover

Scarlet Lady, the first of four new ships from Virgin Voyages, has made its debut in Dover, U.K. The 2,770-passenger ship will be docked in Dover over the weekend welcoming media including Cruise Critic, trade partners and VIP guests -- including Sir Richard Branson -- before setting sail to Liverpool on Monday. The Virgin Group founder, said: "I have dreamed of starting my own cruise line since I was in

Norwegian cancels all Asia summer cruises amid coronavirus outbreak

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings announced Thursday it would cancel all voyages in Asia across its three cruise brands through the summer months due to the coronavirus outbreak,and that it will temporarily remove the company's ships from the region. Norwegian CEO Frank Del Rio announced on the company's earnings conference call that 40 voyages have been canceled or modified through the

A Volcano is Born

On February 20, 1943, Dionisio Pulido, a farmer in the Mexican state of Michoacán, was working in his cornfield along with his wife and son. From the center of the field, a hissing noise began. Suddenly a plume of smoke and ash began spewing from the ground from a fissure that opened. Pulido and his family were witnessing the

Central Holidays Presents a World of Unparalleled New Travel Packages and Experiences in its Just-released Collection of 2020 Brochures for Egypt, Africa & West Asia, and Latin America

Moonachie, NJ – (February 19, 2020) – Central Holidays has announced the debut of its 2020 brochures for Egypt, Africa & West Asia, and Latin America that round-out its virtually world-wide range of travel opportunities and add to its recently introduced new Italy and Europe brochures. Celebrated for its affordable

CDC issues travel guidelines for Hong Kong after second coronavirus-related death in the city

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued new guidelines on Wednesday for American travelers to Hong Kong after the city reported its second death from the new coronavirus. Travelers to Hong Kong should avoid contact with sick people, the CDC said, and regularly wash their hands. It is the CDC’s lowest-level travel warning, but it is the first coronavirus-related travel notice issued by the U.S.

A Sustainable Safari: Discover Africa’s 10 Top Eco-Friendly Lodges

Luxury and amazing wildlife adventures don’t have to come at the expense of sustainability. An increasing number of African lodges has started to prioritize earth-friendly practices as much as they do show-stopping safaris. Here are some of Africa’s best sustainable lodges. The epitome of luxurious sustainability, this reserve is located in the eastern area of South Africa in the rugged and breathtaking KwaZulu-Natal

Is It OK to Travel to Australia Right Now?

As summer draws to a close in the Southern Hemisphere, the worst of Australia’s ferocious wildfire season is over. On Thursday, February 13, authorities announced that all fires in New South Wales were under control for the first time since September, thanks to heavy rainfall across the state. At the same time, the rainstorms brought hail and flash flooding to the outskirts of Sydney and the surrounding coastline, as well as

Real ID applications may be getting faster in effort to meet October deadline

Federal officials will let states allow Real ID applicants submit the required documents electronically in an effort to help states meet an Oct. 1 deadline for enhanced driver's licenses. Anyone who plans on flying domestically from then on must have a form of identification that's compliant with a 2005 law aimed at improving transportation security. According to the Department of Homeland Security, nearly 100 million

Huge tunnel network creates new railway link through the Alps

Thousands of feet under the Swiss Alps, a new high-speed, high-capacity railway is close to completion. At its heart is the world's longest railway tunnel -- the 35-mile-long (or 57-kilometer) Gotthard Base Tunnel. Everything about this $11.3 billion project is on a grand scale; at their deepest point, the GBT's twin tunnels are around 8,000 feet below the Alpine peaks. More than 2,500 people worked on its construction

Travel Chaos In Norway As Landslide Closes Oslo To Bergen Rail Line

The world-famous Oslo to Bergen is finally back open after a landslide caused chaos on the rails. Such was the weight of the snow that fell in the landslide on Monday afternoon, wooden structures built to protect the tracks collapsed and power lines were torn down. Train driver Kjell Haugerud told TV2 of the experience on the last train before the closure. “We couldn't see our hand in front of us,” he said. Haugerud, who

What the world's most expensive Irish whiskey tastes like

A rare beast has been asleep in the Irish countryside for close to half a century. When the Old Midleton Distillery in County Cork closed its doors in 1975, after 150 years in business, several casks of trial whiskey innovations disappeared with it. They rested deep within their barrels -- until now. On Tuesday night, a gathering of whiskey enthusiasts met in London's Old Sessions House to toast the launch of Midleton Very

It List 2020: Our Editors’ Picks of the Best New Hotels in the World

A great hotel offers more than merely a place to rest your head and stow your stuff between sightseeing excursions. A truly standout property can offer new insight into a beloved place; bring fresh energy to a been-there, done-that neighborhood; even become a destination in its own right. That’s why we here at T+L spend months obsessively tracking new openings and major overhauls, consulting our trusted network of

Rijeka in Croatia: the culture capital that knows how to party

Clanking cowbells filled the air as about two dozen zvončari paraded through the village of Rukavac, just west of Rijeka. To me, they looked like pagans from a Grimm’s fairytale: shaggy woolly gilets, those bells hanging round their waists, and heads adorned with towering flower-covered hats. Exaggerating their gait to make the bells jangle, they shimmied and bumped their hips against each other as they waved carved

Coronavirus updates: 2 passengers die after leaving 'chaotic' cruise ship

Protesters from the village of Novi Sanzhary in Ukraine blocked the road leading a quarantine building where evacuees arriving by plane from Wuhan, China are due to be held for at least two weeks. The plane carrying Ukraine nationals landed at the Kharkiv Airport Thursday. Hundreds of police were dispatched to keep order, and some were seen dragging some protesters away from the crowd at the demonstration

Behind the Scenes: The Making of a Mega Cruise Ship

Cruise companies are building ships for a new generation of vacationers, some of whom need a lot to impress them these days. Whether it’s a massive vessel with every imaginable amenity or a smaller ship that tones down the grandeur so it can sail to smaller ports, each style has its fans. Over the past few years alone, we’ve seen snow grottos, ziplines, planetariums, and virtual balconies introduced onboard—with more

American to Add Another Modern Riverboat to the Columbia & Snake Rivers

Guilford, CT—February 17, 2020—Cruising close to home™ just keeps getting better and better. American Cruise Lines will add another brand new modern riverboat to its fleet on the Columbia & Snake Rivers in 2021. In just the past few years, American has introduced the first modern riverboats in the U.S.A, built 5 new small

America Lands on Iwo Jima

Iwo Jima is five miles long and three miles across at its widest point. But in 1945, it housed three Japanese war ships and over 21,000 soldiers. On this date, three battalions of American soldiers took the island in a fierce fight, a decisive battle in World War II. By the 10th day of fighting, the Americans had still only taken half the

An Honest Conversation About Saving and Budgeting for Travel

This week, we're having all of the awkward conversations that come with budgeting for travel. How do you even start saving for your next trip? What do you do when you can't afford a group trip? What do you prioritize spending money on when you vacation? What do you do when you don't qualify for a travel-friendly credit card and can't cash in points and miles? We've tapped the experts—Samantha Barry

Stay or go? The ethics of travelling in a disaster zone

Lorena Granados and Gaspar Roman have set up a temporary leather goods stall by the edge of the road in Mogo, a bushfire-ravaged town in New South Wales, Australia. It sits in front of their old store, which was reduced to warped corrugated iron and ashes when the fires tore through this tiny tourist town of about 300 on New Year’s Eve. “We can continue to have a purpose in life and get up in the morning and have

'Parasite' filming locations you can visit in Seoul

With South Korean director Bong Joon Ho's "Parasite" becoming the first ever non-English film to snag the Best Picture award at the 2020 Oscars, interest in the Seoul locations it features has skyrocketed. The film is described as a haunting social commentary on the class divide, with much of the action taking place in the homes of the two protagonist families -- the Kims and the Parks. One's a semi-basement

Own a piece of the first Airbus A380 to be retired

Hearts broke around the world on Valentine's Day 2019, when Airbus announced that it was pulling the plug on its superjumbo A380 airplane. However, A380 fans can now get their hands on their very own piece of the first A380 to enter scheduled service, a Singapore Airlines craft which was retired in 2017. German company Aviationtag, which specializes in upcycling scrapped airplanes, has created a limited run of one

The Absurdly Beautiful Mountain Country You’ve Probably Never Heard Of

The most surreal vacation I ever took was to Kyrgyzstan. If you’ve never heard of Kyrgyzstan, don’t feel bad -- I hadn't either until a friend, who had read about it on Reddit, texted me a few Googled photos of the place. I remember thinking, “That’s what Kyrgyzstan looks like?” before promptly booking one of the most satisfying trips of my life. If you’re in Kyrgyzstan, you’re probably on top of a mountain. A range

Holy Land theme park is laying off most of its employees and shutting down most departments

The Holy Land Experience is laying off most of the employees at its Orlando property — 118 people — in a corporate-wide reorganization that puts the future of the biblical attraction in question. Earlier this year, Holy Land announced it was ending all stage shows at its property visible from Interstate 4 at the Conroy Road exit. On Friday, the company notified the state about just how vast the layoffs were going to be

Sneak Peak: This Luxe New Hotel Is Set To Open In The Catskills Next Month

Step aside Williamsburg, there’s a new cowboy in town. Or at least there will be next month with the opening of Urban Cowboy Lodge. Set on nearly 68-acres in the heart of the Catskill mountains, this is no ordinary hotel. Dating back to 1898, today the property formerly known as The Alpine Inn has been wistfully reimagined into a luxe mountain getaway complete with clawfoot bathtubs, handprinted wallpaper and an

'Absolutely unacceptable': Boeing finds a new issue with Max, debris in fuel tanks

Boeing said Tuesday that it found debris contaminating the fuel tanks of some 737 Max jets that it built in the past year but was unable to deliver to airline customers. A Boeing official said the debris was discovered in “several” planes but did not give a precise number. Boeing built about 400 undelivered Max jets before it temporarily halted production last month. The fuel tank debris was discovered during maintenance

After nearly 100 years, Indiana amusement park to close, with rides moving to other parks

Local officials expressed shock Tuesday when the California-based owner of the nearly century-old Indiana Beach amusement park said it would close. “We didn’t see this coming at all,” Randy Mitchell, White County economic development director, said Tuesday afternoon. That morning, Mitchell met with White County commissioners and council members, to relay word that things were going well for the amusement

What It's Like Safari River Cruise Sailing On CroisiEurope's African Dream

Pioneering French-owned company CroisiEurope -- the largest river cruise line based in Europe -- has always pushed the boundaries when it comes to sailing in unusual and little-known areas. It is the only line to sail on Spain's Guadalquivir and the Loire in France, and offers an unusual itinerary on the Sava and Tisza waterways, in Serbia and Hungary respectively. Away from mainland Europe, the line sails across vast

Country Music Cruise Lineup Announced for 2021

The lineup has been announced for the 2021 Country Music Cruise. This seven night cruise to the Caribbean is already 70% sold out and will depart from Fort Lauderdale, Florida on January 24, 2021. The 8th Annual Country Music Party of Sea will feature neotraditional country artist Josh Turner as the headliner. The cruise will include special performances for passengers onboard in Key West, and Mark Chesnutt, Lee

The Duke is Drowned

Duke of Clarence is a title traditionally awarded to junior members of British royal families. The first, George Plantagenet, was the brother of kings Edward IV and Richard III. Never happy with his status, George plotted with a number of co-conspirators to overthrow Edward IV and take the crown. Finally, Edward had him

CCRA Travel Commerce Network Announces Updates and Honors Leaders at PowerSolutions National Annual Conference

FORT WORTH, TEXAS – February 17, 2020 – CCRA held its 2nd annual PowerSolutions National conference February 6-9, 2020 at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center, in National Harbor, Maryland. At the conference, the organization celebrated another year of growth and shared an array of exciting new

Kyoto launches 'empty tourism' campaign amid coronavirus outbreak

Kyoto is usually packed with tourists from all over the world. But as the coronavirus outbreak keeps visitors away from the historic streets of Japan's former capital, a group of shopkeepers has launched an "empty tourism" campaign to lure them back. Merchants from five shopping streets in Kyoto's Arashiyama neighborhood -- a popular tourist district on the western outskirts of the city that's filled with temples and

Why did US break Diamond Princess coronavirus quarantine? 'Something went awry'

A top health official at the National Institutes of Health acknowledged that the quarantine aboard the coronavirus-infected Diamond Princess Cruises ship failed while discussing the decision to evacuate hundreds of American passengers – 14 of whom tested positive for the virus. Dr. Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases at the National Institutes of Health, said the original idea to

Wellness Travel Gets A High Tech Upgrade

Virtual reality spa treatments, ultrasound therapy, and data-driven wellness retreats are trending in Hawaii. Other destinations will soon follow. Is your circadian rhythm optimized? Has your facial collagen been refreshed lately? How’s the view from your Bod Pod? These and other personal health questions are now a standard part of guest experience programming in luxury hotels and resorts looking to gain a foothold in

The Japanese village that eats wasps

“I’ve got something for you.” One of the village’s wasp hunters beckoned me over to a small canopy at the edge of the field. He unwrapped a jagged, brown piece of a wasp’s nest, its beautiful tessellated interior teeming with larvae. I was being offered a rare, local delicacy; a single kilogram of this nest is only available once a year in November and sells for 9,000 yen (£64). I brought a still-wriggling grub to my lips and

Footage shows tigers chasing tour bus full of safari goers

Vacations are all about having memorable experiences, right? Footage from a safari in India shows a tiger grabbing hold of the vehicle’s curtain and refusing to let go. Even as the driver revved the engine, the big cat kept its jaws clamped down on the fabric. The incident occurred on a jungle safari in Chhattisgarh, India, newsgathering agency Southwest News (SWNS) reports. A bus full of tourists watched as

Couple diagnosed with coronavirus flew on Delta, Hawaiian Airlines flights, carriers confirm

Delta Air Lines and Hawaiian Airlines have confirmed that a couple diagnosed with the coronavirus traveled on their flights in and around Hawaii earlier this month. On Feb. 6, the couple, a husband and wife from Japan who are reportedly in their 60s, departed from Honolulu for Nagoya, Japan, on Delta flight 611, KHON2 reports. The State Department of Health [DOH] said that the couple previously arrived in the

Can rationing carbon help fight climate change?

Once a day, Katja Suhonen opens her phone to check on her carbon footprint. Every journey she makes in her home city of Lahti, a city in the south of Finland, is studied by an experimental app called CitiCap and the carbon impact of her travel choices deducted from a weekly budget. “I have mainly travelled around by bike, public transport and walking before even using CitiCap, so it hasn’t really changed my daily routine,”

Updated Cruise Ship Policies and Cancellations

Many cruise lines have canceled or altered scheduled sailings to China and in and around Asia as coronavirus (also known as COVID-19) continues to spread through more than 25 countries, killing more than 1,600 people and sickening tens of thousands more. In January, the World Health Organization declared the coronavirus outbreak a public health emergency of international concern, following an emergency

How an all-women fell-running course in Wales helped me let off the brakes

At the top of a muddy slope that drops into a beautiful valley, I take a deep breath and prepare to put one foot in front of the other. Walking down this track, strewn with roots and ruts, wouldn’t normally be too challenging. But today I’m attempting to reach the bottom at a faster pace. The trouble is, I’m struggling with my fear of falling. Thankfully, help is at hand. I’m in the Black Mountains for a Beginning Fell Running

From fun playrooms to free presents, the best family-friendly hotels in Copenhagen

Copenhagen is ideal for a family city break, with lots of ways to keep children entertained, from funfair rides at Tivoli to wildlife at Copenhagen Zoo and the Blue Planet. Outdoors, there are beaches and harbour pools; indoors, museums have hands-on exhibits and dressing-up boxes. Many hotels are family-friendly, with connecting rooms, children’s menus and assorted activities, especially during the

Plymouth Rock, iconic landmark that marks where the Pilgrims first landed, was vandalized

Preparations to celebrate the 400th anniversary of the Pilgrims arriving in the New World were in full swing in Plymouth, Massachusetts. But then residents woke up to find that the beloved landmarks that make their city special had been vandalized. Plymouth Rock was one of them. The iconic landmark, which is inscribed with the year 1620 to mark the year William Bradford and other Pilgrims first set foot on American

A captivating coastal town where memories of Napoleon still linger – an expert guide to Ajaccio

Lucky Napoleon, who was born in Ajaccio in 1769, for his hometown is delightful, framed by low hills and sandy beaches, graced with a picture-perfect harbour, and full of quaint squares and streets dotted with tempting sights, shops and restaurants. Charming and easy-going, it mingles hints of Italy – the Genovese having ruled Corsica for four centuries – with a dash of France and plenty of the island’s own appealing

Las Vegas 5-Star Luxury - Wynn Resort Breaks Record For Forbes Stars

“Five Star” is an expression that has long been synonymous with the best in travel, something every luxury hotel aspires to, but few achieve. One brand, however, seems to have figured out the secret to racking up the prestigious ratings - Wynn Resorts. But first, a little background. Back in 1958, executives at gas station giant Mobil (now Exxon Mobil) decided to create travel guidebooks for their road tripping customers

American Airlines passenger speaks out about seat-punching incident

The American Airlines passenger who posted a now-viral video of a man punching the back of her reclined seat said Monday she started rolling the camera because the flight attendant did nothing to stop his behavior. “The hits just kept on coming literally and figuratively,” Wendi Williams told Fox & Friends. “From the guy, then the flight attendant.” Wendi Williams was flying from New Orleans to Charlotte, North

Flight delayed at SFO? The Wag Brigade is on the way.

Pure joy is not something you come across often in an airport. Flights are delayed, security lines are long, and more often than not travelers are grumpy and stressed. But what if during the midst of a sullen march down a moving walkway, you met eyes with not another poor schmuck hauling an overstuffed carry-on, but instead, a fluffy golden retriever? Enter the Wag Brigade, San Francisco International Airport's

Chinese students spend billions overseas. Coronavirus travel bans threaten that income

If it weren't for the novel coronavirus outbreak, Xu Mingxi would have been in class at a prestigious New York university this week. Instead, the 22-year-old has spent the past three weeks confined to his family's apartment in Wuhan, the Chinese city at the center of the outbreak, which is currently on lockdown to prevent the virus spreading. But even if Xu could leave home, the United States -- where he's studied for

Travel Green: Discover Some Of The World’s Best Eco-Friendly Hotel

Low-impact travel and luxury can coexist thanks to an ever-expanding list of properties striving to respect their guest’s desire for environmentally friendly accommodation. Here’s a look at some of the world’s top sustainable hotels. Listed as one of TIME Magazine’s “World’s Greatest Places,” Camp Glenorchy takes sustainability seriously. It’s New Zealand’s first net-zero energy accommodation. The property

Baltimore's celebration of working-class glamour

For two days in June, Baltimore’s quaint neighbourhood of Hampden is invaded by “Hons”, who are armed with beehives, feather boas and cat-eye glasses bedazzled with rhinestones. To non-Baltimorean eyes, this parade of tens of thousands of women and men decked out in their finest pastel swing skirts, cheap wigs and garish makeup is perplexing, but locals know the figure of the Hon well. HonFest is a street festival

The Evolution of the Airplane Seat

Airplane seats have changed a lot over the decades, but their evolution isn't just due to trends of the years. PJ Wilcynski, Boeing’s associate technical fellow and Payloads chief architect, has witnessed the progress of cabin architecture for over two decades and dug into the Boeing historical archives to share exclusive imagesof aircraft seats past with Travel+Leisure. The aircraft seat had a humble start as little more than

The bear necessities in Alaska

Through the droplets on the binoculars, some distance away, two unidentifiable creatures appear to be wading across the tidal creek. Deer? Wolf? Moose? A faraway brown bear and cub, in fact. We watch as the maple-brown carnivores lumber straight for our group, swallowing up the space between us. Their determined pace hints at a head-on meeting. The tone of our guide, Peter Robertson, suggests all we need to do

The Old West Meets Old Hollywood at This Quirky-cool Hotel Inside Death Valley National Park

If you’ve never been to Death Valley, the name probably conjures up images of an unforgiving sand-strewn landscape that’s arid and lifeless. And while there are definitely parts of the 3.4 million-acre national park in central California that fit that description, it’s also home to an oasis where 80,000 gallons of water rise to the surface every day. The flooding leaves vast deposits of borax, a mineral sometimes known as “white

7 reasons why South Korea is an amazing destination for families

There's a specific sociological reason why the children's facilities throughout South Korea are so spectacular, making it a top destination for those traveling with kids. At 1.05 children per woman, South Korea has the lowest birth rate in the world. No expense is spared and often the majority of expendable income and vacation time of the entire extended family is spent on the one child. This "pocket-8" culture -- thus

American woman, 83, tests positive for coronavirus after disembarking Holland America ship

A passenger who disembarked Holland America's MS Westerdam has been diagnosed with coronavirus in Malaysia. According to Holland America Line, an 83-year-old American woman who departed from Westerdam on Friday later reported feeling ill at the airport in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and tested positive for coronavirus. The passenger is in stable condition at a hospital in Malaysia, according to a release

Diamond Princess Passengers Cleared to Disembark for Rest of Coronavirus Quarantine Period; U.S. and Several Other Countries to Repatriate Passengers

Seventy more people (the highest single-day total) tested positive for coronavirus onboard Diamond Princess on February 16, which brings the total number to 355 infected passengers. The ship is under a two-week quarantine in Yokohama, but the U.S., Australia, Canada, Italy and Hong Kong embassies have announced passengers are to be repatriated back to their respective countries. The 2,670-passenger ship, which

Geronimo Dies

In 1829, a Native American boy named Goyathlay was born to the Apache tribe in what was then Mexican territory, but would later be Arizona. He married and had three children. In 1851, a group of Mexican soldiers attacked his village while most of the men of the tribe were away. Goyathlay's wife and three children were

Cruise Line Eliminates Single Supplement Fares on 9 Cruises

Silversea Cruises, one of the finest luxury cruise lines in the world, has reduced the single supplement fare to zero on nine cruises. Valid on new bookings made between 14 February and 28 February, 2020, guests traveling solo will incur no fare supplement on a selection of voyages departing in 2020 and 2021. In addition, Silversea Cruises is offering solo travelers the opportunity to travel deeper into many other

Why Visit Clermont-Ferrand In Central France

Though riddled with history, enduring stone architecture and energized university students, the city of Clermont-Ferrand is also a practical, urban setting circled by factories and retail outlets. Yet the inner city is an excellent, vibrant location in the center of France to visit for a weekend—and the surrounding countryside includes lush green, gorgeous peaks. There are several daily flights from Orly or Charles de Gaulle

Before and after: Closed theme-park rides that reopened as new attractions

Two new theme-park attractions are debuting inside the spaces that were the homes of long-running attractions. The wicked witch has melted, and the terminator has left the building. This spring, two new theme-park attractions are moving into spaces that housed the Great Movie Ride at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Terminator 2: 3D at Universal Studios. From the outside, there have been few visible changes

Patent Applications for the Telephone

William Orton, the president of Western Union, was worried. Telegraph traffic was expanding faster than the telegraph lines could handle them. Only a single message could be carried at a time, a severe limitation even in the earliest days of the new technology. He contracted with inventor Alexander Graham Bell to find a way

Made for travel: When tourists demand something to see

When it comes to tourist attractions, some things are made solely for entertainment -- like amusement parks, zip lines, and death-defying skyscrapers with photo-ready viewing platforms. But what happens when a person comes to your city, hoping to visit an attraction that doesn't actually exist, and ready to fork over money for the privilege? Take the case of Verona, Italy as an example. Millions of travelers first

The Biggest Wellness Travel Trends: Sound Baths, Tickling Helmets, and More

The hospitality industry continues to embrace the future of wellness travel. These are the latest rejuvenating destinations and the new trends you'll encounter. If most retreats these days want to change your life, the one at Canyon Ranch Woodside just wants you to get yours back. It sounds pat, but the newly opened 38-room setup in the heart of Silicon Valley doesn't force change with 4 a.m. yoga classes

American Airlines and Alaska Team Up To Bring More Travel Options to the West Coast

American Airlines and Alaska Airlines said on Thursday they plan to launch a new partnership, expanding an older arrangement with a new integrated agreement that the airlines are calling a "West Coast international alliance." Alaska also plans to join the Oneworld airline alliance. American is a founding member. American and Alaska already operate a codeshare agreement, which allows Alaska passengers to

Is this Dubai's most authentic cuisine?

Amna Al Hashemi doesn’t like being referred to as the first female Emirati “chef patron”, a title bestowed on her by Dubai’s culinary community in recognition of her being the UAE’s first female chef to open her own restaurant. She says such a “pretentious” moniker alienates her from her guests and puts her on an unnecessary pedestal. The petite yet fiery mother of four prefers to focus on the healthy

Taking a Vacation Is Good For Heart Health, Study Suggests

We all love a good vacation. It can relax you, excite you, and teach you about yourself by experiencing cultures much different than your own. It turns out, it’s also really good for your heart health. Taking a vacation can actually decrease the number of metabolic symptoms in people, according to a study published in the journal Psychology & Health in 2019. The study looked at 63 workers who were eligible for

Southwest canceling nearly 400 daily summer flights due to 737 Max: What travelers need to know

Southwest Airlines on Thursday pushed its planned return of the Boeing 737 Max until early August, meaning the airline will be without the Max for the second consecutive summer as the troubled plane's grounding lingers. Southwest most recently had the plane returning in early June but had to shift the timetable to Aug. 10 after Boeing executives said regulators aren't likely to unground the plane until mid-2020. The

Love skiing? Enjoy it while it lasts

The organizers of last month's cross-country skiing world cup in Nove Mesto na Morave had just enough snow to cover roughly 4 kilometers (2.5 miles) of ski tracks. Their problem? One of the weekend's main events was a 15-kilometer race. According to International Ski Federation (ISF) guidelines, that event requires at least a 5-kilometer skiing loop. Warm temperatures in the Czech Republic in the run-up to

What to Eat on Your Next Trip to Washington's Orcas Island

Eleven years ago Jay Blackinton, then a vegan bike courier, relocated from Seattle out to Orcas Island, in the San Juan Islands, signing on as a farmhand to escape his frenetic city life. Today, having fallen hard for both the island and its bounty, he dishes up sustainable nose-to-tail menus (along with sensational pizzas) at Hogstone's Wood Oven, his pilgrimage-worthy restaurant. These are his favorite flavors. “On

French ski resort closes over 'no snow' for second year in a row

A French ski resort, for the second year in a row, is in the midst of a meltdown. The Le Mourtis resort in the Pyrenees mountains has once again been forced to close its slopes mid-season because warm temperatures there – which rose above 50 degrees Fahrenheit this week -- have brought “no snow,” Sky News reports. The last time France experienced a start to the year this mild, the country’s national weather

In Slovenia’s Secret Valley, A New Four-Season Alpine Hideaway

The secret on Slovenia is out. This tiny European nation is gorgeously green, environmentally enlightened and heavenly for foodies. But beyond its buzzy little capital city, Ljubljana, and the iconic lake of Bled, Slovenia guards a hidden valley in its far north—Jezersko, home to the country’s newest alpine retreat, the rustic-chic Vila Planinka. Unveiled in late winter 2019, this wood-clad hideaway is a rare find and the

Amsterdam looks to bar foreign visitors from buying cannabis

The mayor of Amsterdam has sought to win political backing for her cleanup of the overcrowded red-light district by revealing that a third of foreign tourists and nearly half of Britons would be less likely to visit the city again if they were barred from buying cannabis in the coffee shops. Femke Halsema, who is understood to want to reduce the number of outlets selling cannabis, attached the survey results to a letter

Coronavirus concerns sink New Jersey couple's wedding plan on Norwegian cruise ship

A couple from Toms River, New Jersey says a new cruise line policy aimed at preventing the spread of coronavirus is ruining their wedding. "We thought after doing so many months of research that this was going to be beneficial for everyone involved," said Jocelyn Kirchner. Jocelyn Kirchner and Daniela Kenmure booked their wedding on a Norwegian cruise ship for March 6, planning a ceremony and reception for

Updated Cruise Ship Policies and Cancellations

Many cruise lines have canceled or altered scheduled sailings to China and in and around Asia as the deadly novel coronavirus continues to spread through more than 25 countries, killing more than 1,000 people and sickening thousands more. On January 30, the World Health Organization declared the coronavirus outbreak a public health emergency of international concern, following an emergency committee

The First Peacetime US Bank Robbery

The end of the Civil War left much of the southern United States in physical and economic ruin, and the state of Missouri was no exception. Despite the high ideals of Reconstruction, the state's new constitution excluded former Confederates from voting, becoming corporate officers, or serving on juries. Groups of former

Croatia’s Katarina Line Upcoming 2020 Travel Show Schedule Will Take Them Across the United States

Croatia's small ship cruising specialist and DMC Katarina Line is criss-crossing the United States to participate in agent workshops, travel shows and educational seminars, helping travel advisors to sell small ship cruising and land tours in Croatia. “We are strengthening our presence in North America and educating travelers about

South African Airways Vacations® Offers A Sweetheart Deal On A South Africa Vacation Package From $2,599* Per Person

Fort Lauderdale, FL (February 11, 2020) – Just in time to give the perfect Valentine’s Day gift, South African Airways Vacations® (SAA Vacations®), the leisure division of South African Airways, has introduced a 6- night air-inclusive “South Africa Sweetheart” vacation package. Starting from $2,599* (restrictions apply) per

I’m Traveling More in My 70s Than I Did In My 20s

No one can believe that my partner Lee is still traveling at 97. Everyone is surprised that both of us can still travel—and I'm 77. Partly, when you're retired, you are looking for things to do, and for us that's traveling. In a way, we're selfish in that manner, it’s all for ourselves to a degree. But by traveling, you get a much better perspective of the things you read in the newspaper and see on the news. It’s not that you

Aviation gripes and wishes: 'Major airports are worse than a 1980s shopping mall'

It's a miracle of science that we can jet from town to town to get our business done and get our fun on, but today's flying experience can leave a bit to be desired. We're jammed into seats that are too small; often nickel-and-dimed over fees; fearful after the two Boeing 737 MAX aircraft crashes; and, more frequently, annoyed that some airlines still don't even have outlets to charge our many devices. That's why

Coronavirus: Australia extends travel ban on people entering from China for a week

The Australian government has extended its travel ban on people who have travelled through China by another week, Scott Morrison has announced. The ban, initially set for 14 days and due to expire on Saturday, was extended on Thursday on the advice of Australia’s health authorities and the national security committee. The ban would be reviewed every week, the prime minister said. Australian citizens

Doomsday Bunkers, Illuminati, and the Apocalypse: 5 Wild Conspiracy Theories About Denver International Airport

Denver International Airport (DIA) has some secrets. At least, that’s what conspiracy theorists on the internet will tell you. Built as a replacement for Stapleton Airport, near Denver, in 1995, DIA has always had its share of nefarious conspiracy theories about it. From the beginning, Coloradoans have theorized about the airport’s secret tunnels, clues to Nazi secret societies, and horrifying harbingers of doom

Hilton Temporarily Closes 150 Hotels in China Due to Coronavirus

On Tuesday, Hilton CEO Chris Nassetta announced on an earnings conference call with investors that the brand has temporarily closed 150 hotels in China, totaling 33,000 rooms, until the novel coronavirus outbreak subsides. "Hilton has temporarily closed approximately 150 hotels in China at the direction of local authorities," Nigel Glennie, Hilton's VP of Corporate Communications, told Business Insider in an

Call of the wild: eco adventures in Argentina’s Iberá wetlands

Juan cut the engine and we drifted across Laguna Fernández, its mirror-flat surface reflecting cotton-wool clouds, the silence broken only by the raucous cry of a crested screamer. Soon, a leathery snout emerged from a tangle of grasses, a full set of jagged teeth followed by an unblinking eye. It was the first of many basking yacaré caiman, the crocodilian reptile once hunted for its skin but now protected. For an

The Welsh island dedicated to love

The dunes rolled out from Newborough Forest towards tidal Llanddwyn Island off the coast of Anglesey, with a view absorbing the whole of Caernarfon Bay and Snowdonia National Park on the Welsh mainland. It was raining gently – the kind of light rain that seemed to hang in the sky – and a curtain of smoke-grey clouds curled over the islet’s medieval ruins, casting them in an almost ethereal glow. Locals here still

Yosemite 'Firefall' fans may be disappointed

It's that time of year again when Mother Nature plays a magic trick at Yosemite National Park and makes it look like lava is flowing off a cliff. "Firefall" is the name for the annual phenomenon that creates the illusion at the park in California. It comes to life when the setting sun causes light to hit the waterfall at just the right angle. You can see "Firefall" for only a short time in February, and it draws hundreds of

Why Destination Vow Renewals at Sea Are Becoming So Popular

With celebs like Beyoncé and Jay-Z, Kim and Kanye, and David and Victoria Beckham sharing high-profile vow renewals in recent years, it's no wonder the practice is enjoying a surge of popularity stateside. But in a new twist, demand for these ceremonies is growing on cruise ships. Cruises are already regularly booked for romantic getaways, often to commemorate significant wedding anniversaries (like 10th, 25th

Banksy And Cocktails: New Orleans’ Premier Boutique Hotel Mixes Art With Hospitality

New Orleans is a quirky city full of quirky characters with lots of uniquely quirky hotels. But even but those standards, the International House Hotel stands out for its local character. And that was true even before Banksy - arguably the world’s most famous living artist - checked in. Let’s backtrack for a moment. Ivy League and London School of Economics educated New Orleans native - and art lover - Sean

Here Are Two Of Celebrity’s Best Cruise Excursions—Without Leaving The Ship

Suddenly, we were enveloped in a smoky fog, and I half expected Humphrey Bogart to walk out, as he did in the iconic ending of Casablanca. Every cruise ship offers a tour. But on Celebrity Edge, two of the most interesting tours are not on shore—but onboard, on the ship itself. The great ship is called Edge because it’s on the cutting edge of the mammoth cruise ships, just a few years old, with magical

Free food, drinks and an air of exclusivity: How to get into VIP airport lounges

With three hours to kill at Sacramento International Airport last fall, I searched online for one of those cushy lounges offering free food and drinks. Most lounges limit access to big-spending frequent flyers, premium credit-card holders and those who buy pricey memberships or top dollar international tickets. But some sell day passes, giving even the basic economy crowd entry to the havens of travel happiness. I

Celebrate Independence Day in the Big Apple with New York City Vacation Packages

February 11, 2020 - New York, NY—New York City Vacation Packages (NYCVP) is proud to announce they are once again offering two of their most popular summertime events – the annual 4th of July Barbeque Over Broadway and Macy’s Fireworks Cruise - in one fabulous package. The day begins at 1:00pm with an old

South African Airways Let's Love Fly With Valentine's Day Sweetheart Fares To Johannesburg And Cape Town

Fort Lauderdale, FL (February 10, 2020) – South African Airways (SAA), the national flag carrier of South Africa and a Skytrax 4-Star rated airline, is offering special fares just in time to give the gift of South Africa to someone special this Valentine’s Day. Round-trip Economy Class fares start from $829* (restrictions apply)

Abraham Lincoln is born

On this day in 1809, the sixteenth President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln, was born in a one-room log cabin on Sinking Spring Farm in Hardin County, Kentucky. His education consisted of little more than 18 months of formal schooling, but he was an avid reader and focused on the law as a course of study. Admitted

How to Visit Antarctica

There is at least one place left on earth where you really can disconnect: Antarctica. There is no mobile phone service. There are no ATMs, no souvenir stores, and no tourist traps. The local “airports” are really just ice or gravel landing strips. Antarctica is nearly twice the size of Australia and mostly covered with a thick sheet of ice. It’s one of the most remote destinations on earth and a bucket list item for many

New York's 'real' Little Italy

It’s a dark winter evening on Arthur Avenue in the Bronx. Shopkeepers are bringing in tins of olive oil and tomatoes from sidewalk displays and pulling down the metal grates in front of their bakeries and butcher shops. As the surrounding shops darken, the narrow windows of Mario’s restaurant glow, beckoning hungry diners inside where the Blue Grotto of Capri glitters and Mount Vesuvius looms over the Bay of

Why Britain's hated Pacer trains just won't go away

Every day, Pacer trains trundle through some of the most beautiful scenery in northern England, across rolling dales and moody moorlands, before pulling up in the great cities of the region: Manchester, Leeds and Sheffield. But while the routes they take are often spectacular, these trains are not. For those that use them, they have become a byword for commuter discomfort and chronic lateness. Introduced in the

Don't Let the Fires Stop You From Taking Your Dream Trip to Australia

For the past five months, Australia has battled one of the worst bushfire seasons in living memory. More than 12 million acres have burned and more than 1 billion animals have died. Amid the harrowing news reports, it’s natural to wonder whether traveling to Australia right now is the best idea, both in terms of safety and in terms of being an extra burden on resources and facilities that are currently at capacity. The

New York State braces for the economic impact of Trump's Trusted Traveler bans

The Trump administration dealt an economic blow to New York State last week when it prohibited residents from enrolling in or renewing their access to Global Entry and other Trusted Traveler Programs. The ban, issued through the Department of Homeland Security following New York's recently implemented Green Light Law—which allows undocumented immigrants to obtain driver’s licenses, is expected to

From Antigua To Tahiti, Forbes Travel Guide’s New Five-Star Hotels For 2020

It doesn’t require the Hubble telescope to view the newest Five-Star hotels in the hospitality universe. But it could easily take a year to visit them all. The inspectors of Forbes Travel Guide journeyed from Santa Barbara to the Seychelles to find its 2020 Star Award winners, an elite group of the world’s most luxurious hotels, restaurants and spas. A record-breaking 107 new Five-Star honorees landed on the 62nd annual

Princess Cruises Vow Renewal Ceremony Sets World Record

This week, 1452 couples sailing on three Princess Cruises ships—Regal Princess, Royal Princess and Crown Princess—made an indelible mark on history. On February 11th, 2020, they participated in the largest multi-location vow renewal ceremony, topping the previous record of 1201 vow renewals once set in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Their accomplishment is slated to appear in the 2021 edition of the Guinness Book

Coronavirus and cruises: Holland America ship to disembark in Cambodia after three denials

Cambodia came to the rescue of passengers aboard Holland America's MS Westerdam on Wednesday, granting the ship permission to disembark at Sihanoukville on Thursday. "All approvals have been received and we are extremely grateful to the Cambodian authorities for their support," the line said in a release provided by public relations director Erik Elvejord to USA TODAY. Their ship departed Hong Kong

Disneyland, Walt Disney World raise some ticket prices. What you need to know

If you're looking to visit one of the happiest places on earth, you may need to dig deeper into your wallet. Disneyland, in Anaheim, California, raised some ticket prices and updated its ticket system from three tiers to five tiers, offering guests a variety of price points to pick from when visiting. But figuring out how much your tickets cost and what you're buying can be overwhelming. If you purchase a Tier 1

In the Okavango Delta, Horseback Safaris Offer a Whole New Perspective

“Be able to gallop out of trouble.” This riding skill, required by Okavango Horse Safaris to join their horseback tours through Botswana's Okavango Delta, gave me pause. I'd spent thousands of hours in the saddle since childhood, but mostly inside fenced arenas, never encountering any trouble that might warrant a galloping escape. In this context, trouble meant a confrontation with big game. As a

Hotel Bibles are still a thing. But for some brands, they’re on their way out.

I was on a recent trip to Los Angeles — hardly the Bible Belt — when curiosity struck. I slid open the bedside table at my downtown hotel and there it was: a Holy Bible, placed by the Gideons. Later in the trip, at a second hotel, the book had some company in the Book of Mormon. Huh, I thought. That’s still a thing? It turns out the presence of hotel-room Bibles is still very much a thing, even as hotels

How a Wildlife Sanctuary Is Dealing With Australia's Bushfires

Since October 2019, more than 100 bushfires have swept through the southeastern coastline of Australia. The fires—which are still burning across Victoria and New South Wales—have destroyed over 46 million acres of land and killed over 30 people and an estimated 1 billion animals, including many now-endangered species. In an effort to rescue the rare and indigenous animals left injured after their

Thomas Edison is born

1,093 patents were issued to Thomas A. Edison during his lifetime, the last at age 83. He was born February 11, 1846 in Milan, Ohio. He was nothing short of practical, saying once that he never wasted time inventing things people did not want to buy. Almost deaf since childhood, he famously remarked that genius was "one

Charles A. Robertson, American Cruise Lines Founder, Passes Away; Charles B. Robertson Named New CEO

Guilford, CT—February 10, 2020—The Board of Directors of American Cruise Lines, Inc. announced today that Charles B. Robertson will be appointed as the company’s new Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. This appointment follows the recent death of Mr. Robertson’s father, Charles A. Robertson, who was the

South African Airways Flies Miss Universe Back Home Aboard New A350-900 Aircraft

JOHANNESBURG, 8 February 2020 - South African Airways (SAA) was honoured to bring Miss Universe 2019, Zozibini Tunzi back home aboard its brand new Airbus A350-900 from New York and arrived in Johannesburg on Saturday, February 8th. Her sparkling presence aboard South African Airways Flight #204 added

Major winter storm in Europe leaves several dead, creates widespread travel disruptions

A powerful winter storm blasting Europe with hurricane-force winds and heavy rain has been blamed for several deaths Monday, as travel has been disrupted throughout the continent. The storm, named Ciara by the U.K. Met Office weather agency, slammed the U.K. and Ireland on Sunday, bringing winds of up to 90 mph before moving eastward and leaving tens of thousands of homes across Europe without

British Airways Plane Flying From NY to London Lands Nearly Two Hours Early Due to Winds from Storm Ciara

A British Airways plane flew from New York to London in less than five hours, becoming the fastest-ever subsonic flight between the two cities, as it raced to beat a storm heading toward the United Kingdom, according to reports. The flight, which flew from Saturday to Sunday, reached a top speed of over 800 mph, according to CNN, making the journey in only four hours and 56 minutes. Flying time is typically

Europe’s Hidden Gem: Geneva Makes Your Travel Fun And Easy

I’ve had occasion to visit Geneva three times recently, and the city continues to impress and has really grown on me. The first two times I stayed a couple of nights before moving on, as Geneva is a popular gateway to some great trips. But most recently, I just went there - Geneva for Geneva’s sake - and had a great time. This is no coincidence. While Geneva lacks the kind of marquee attractions that draw

All aboard India's joyful 'toy train'

There's just something romantic about slow, narrow-gauge, rail journeys. In a world of where everyone is rushing to get to their destination on flights, bullet trains and highways, these remnants of the past give you time to sit back and enjoy traveling at a contemplative pace, without the rush. India's Kalka-Shimla toy train is among the most impressive representatives of this type of rail travel, regularly topping

Calling out bad behavior becomes part of Southwest's pre-board announcement

If you're already asleep during the pre-flight announcements, you're likely to miss it. Southwest Airlines is asking passengers to report any "unwelcome behavior" on their aircraft to the flight attendants on duty. As of January 22, it's now part of the airline's required pre-flight emergency briefing and demonstration, right after the instructions about operating oxygen masks. "We are here for your comfort and

Canada's little-known geological wonder

The last time Candice LaFaver spotted the purple grains of sand along the shoreline at Candle Lake Provincial Park was in 2018. That July, she and her family had taken out their boat for a leisurely summertime cruise on this freshwater lake located in northern Saskatchewan when she glanced over to a deserted stretch of beach and couldn’t believe what she saw. Near the lake’s north-eastern edge, an area that

Officials: British traveler who contracted coronavirus in Singapore infected five others

A middle-aged businessman from England who vacationed in the Alps has illustrated how the ease of international travel is complicating global efforts to track and contain the new coronavirus that emerged in China. From the Singapore hotel where he is believed to have picked up the virus during a conference, to a ski resort in the French Alps and a pub in his hometown of Hove on the southern coast of

Marcus Samuelsson: Traveling to Japan and Singapore “Was My College”

Over the past few decades, Marcus Samuelsson has made a name for himself by weaving together the immigrant cuisines of America, first at his Harlem restaurant Red Rooster and now in various locations around the globe. The Ethiopian-Swedish chef also loves to travel, and his PBS show No Passport Required, now in its second season, takes him around the country to meet different communities and celebrate

Black Travel Vibes: Explore The Islands Of Cape Verde

When people talk about African islands their minds immediately wander off to the picturesque beaches and resorts of popular destinations like the Seychelles and Zanzibar. But there’s definitely more of the continent that needs exploring. Located off the coast of Senegal, the islands of Cape Verde are probably one of the continent’s most underrated gems. Visitors can expect to see unspoiled beaches when they

Valentine’s Day Gift Guide: The Most Extravagant Hotel Suites To Book Last Minute

With just a week left until Valentine’s Day weekend, you may be in need of a statement gift. And what better way to throw down for your beau than with a fancy hotel suite? Whether you’re planning a staycation or looking to get away, the accommodations make all the difference. Ready to go big or stay home? From Europe to Asia, here are some excellent, extravagant hotel suites to book last minute for

A Hotel in Iceland Is Celebrating Love on Leap Day by Giving Women Who Propose to Their Significant Others a Free Night’s Stay

This Iceland hotel is looking to make a vacation bundled up with a loved one even more romantic than it already sounds. The Hotel Ranga, which sits just over an hour outside Reykjavik and away from the light pollution of the city, is offering women a free one-night stay if they propose to their partners on Leap Day on Feb. 29. The hotel’s in-house wedding coordinator will help women plan to “Take the Leap,” which

Silversea's 2020 World Cruise Becomes First to Visit Antarctica

Silversea's Silver Whisper became the first cruise ship to visit Antarctica as part of a world cruise last week when it met up with the line's Silver Cloud expedition ship in Antarctica's Wilhelmina Bay on February 4, 2020. The 388-passenger Silver Whisper visited Antarctica as part of the ship's seven-continent "Legends of Cruising" voyage that departed on January 6. Passengers spent a total of four days exploring the

Princess cruise ship forced to turn around after over 300 sickened with norovirus

As Princess Cruises grapples with concerns of coronavirus onboard a ship in Japan, another one of its ships, the Caribbean Princess, was forced to turn around due to a norovirus outbreak. At least 299 passengers and 22 crew members onboard the ship operated by California-based Princess Cruise Lines Ltd. have become sick, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The Health Ministry of

The Twenty-Fifth Amendment Ratified

In 1965, United States Senator Birch Bayh proposed an amendment to the United States Constitution that would definitively set forth the plan of succession in the event of the death or incapacity of the President. The language of the Constitution was deemed ambiguous. Precendent suggested that the Vice-President would

What makes Vanuatu one of the happiest places in the world?

One of the happiest places on Earth sits in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. Vanuatu, a slingshot-shaped country comprised of more than 80 islands nearly 2,000km east of Australia, ranked among the four happiest nations in the world – and the happiest outside of the Americas – according to the Happy Planet Index. The rankings take into account a nation’s wellbeing, life expectancy and inequality levels, along with

10 of the best city neighbourhoods in Europe

A 20-minute tram ride from imperial Krakow glides you increasingly smoothly out of town to the former “workers’ paradise” of Nowa Huta. You swap gilded spires, cobbled backstreets and tourists for peaceful tree-lined avenues and a masterclass in socialist realism. The Nowa Huta museum in the monumental former theatre documents the area’s short, action-packed history: “a job for everyone” in 1954 through

Death toll rises as storm moves eastward across Europe

A strong winter storm that has battered Europe with hurricane-force winds and heavy rains and killed at least five people moved eastward Monday, causing severe travel disruptions across the continent. After striking Britain and Ireland on Sunday, the storm moved on, leaving a trail of damage including power cuts for tens of thousands of homes across Europe. A mother and her daughter died in Poland after the

Futuristic Her0 Zero airplane concept promises greener travel

Streamlined and elegant, with two long wings situated at the rear, this looks like a gas-guzzling super jet built for criss-crossing the planet with scant regard for environmental impact. In fact, it's the design for electric passenger airplane that strives for efficiency, sustainability and glamor. The concept aircraft is the work of New-York based designer Joe Doucet, who was inspired by his frequent business travel

10 Cruise Lines Retirees Will Fall in Love With

Cruises offer advantages for travelers of all ages, but for seniors, the conveniences may be especially important. Of course, for everyone, there are the benefits of being able to visit many destinations without packing and unpacking, arranging flights, transfers, checking in and out of hotels, finding restaurants, and booking tickets for sights. For seniors with limited mobility, those cruise features just might mean the

Sun Valley Invented the Great American Ski Resort — Now It’s Time to Experience It Yourself

Our trip to Sun Valley could have easily turned into a travel disaster. You see, our flight from Los Angeles to the famed ski town that appears on the radar as nothing more than a teensy blip smackdab in the middle of Idaho, was diverted just before landing. The visibility, the pilot said, had turned into a thick pea soup making it impossible to land. So instead, we were forced to land at the nearby Twin Falls Airport

Favorite Hotel Design Trends Of The Last Decade

Depending upon the era, hotel design trends can range from esoteric to fanciful and industrial to minimalist. Utilizing such design concepts as symmetry and simplicity, designers can transform a once dreary interior into a magical space that is both welcoming and functional. Whether it’s the bare-boned beauty of the minimalist or the neutral tones of rustic design, hotels tend to embrace the personality of their

Holland America's Westerdam Cruise Ship Receives Approval to Disembark in Thailand

Holland America Line has confirmed that its cruise ship Westerdam, which does not have any confirmed cases of coronavirus onboard, is sailing to Laem Chabang (Bangkok), Thailand, where the current sailing, which departed Hong Kong on February 1, will end February 13. The line's statement reads: "Guests will be disembarking in Laem Chabang and transfer to Bangkok for their forward travel home. This new

Volcanic Wines Explode In Central France

When people think of central France, few consider volcanoes. Yet geologically, the Auvergne region was—and may be again—a sizzling locale sculpted by spewing magma and spitting craters. Because volcanoes can create complex, mineral rich soils, vines that flourish over such once baking terroir can produce distinct and singular wine vintages. An effort is now underway to highlight the unique, volcanic related

JetBlue Founder David Neeleman Unveils His New Budget Airline: Breeze Airways

It’s official: David Neeleman’s new U.S. airline will be called Breeze Airways, the company announced on Friday. The airline, which had temporarily been using the placeholder “Moxy” as its moniker, has filed an application with the Department of Transportation, the first official step toward getting clearance from the U.S. government to start flights. Typically, the approval process can take anywhere from nine

All Your Questions About the Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympics, Answered

The 2020 Olympics are coming to Tokyo in late July and early August, and they will capture the world’s attention for weeks. “Every Olympics is a chance to reveal the best of the host city and its people,” says Condé Nast Traveler travel specialist Amy Tadehara. She works with InsideJapan Tours, which has put together several itineraries for the Tokyo Olympics. “I am thrilled that the world will see true Japanese

Coronavirus death toll surpasses SARS, as first American fatality reported in China

The death toll from the coronavirus in mainland China has climbed to 811, surpassing that of the SARS outbreak in 2002-2003, officials said, as a 60-year-old U.S. citizen became what appears to be the first American fatality from the global virus outbreak. In a possibly hopeful sign, however, the number of new cases reported over the past 24 hours Sunday fell significantly from the previous period. Another 89

South African Airways Moves Forward With Restructuring Plans

6 February 2020 – The joint Business Rescue Practitioners (BRPs) of South African Airways (SAA) today announced further initiatives to support the airline’s transformation into a sustainable and profitable business. The BRPs, Les Matuson and Siviwe Dongwana, have worked closely with key stakeholders including industry

Charles Dickens is born

The great English novelist Charles Dickens, was born on February 7, 1812. Dickens was born in Landport, Portsmouth in Hampshire, the second of eight children in a solidly middle class family. However, financial hardship befell the family and his father was sent to a debtor's prison. Dickens, at age twelve, began working

10 of the best rural rail lines in Europe

You’d usually only find an S-bahn network (commuter train) in a big metropolis in Germany, but just outside Freiburg im Breisgau in the Black Forest, a small S-bahn network connects the medieval towns of the Kaiserstuhl hills. The S-bahn grid across the Kaiserstuhl runs in a circle, with stops in Riegel, home to malty Riegeler Landbier helles beer, and Breisach, a hilltop town with views across the Rhine into

The Best Travel Destinations in the World for Solo Travelers

Seasoned wayfarers and adventures alike know how life-changing a solo journey can be, from offering ample time for self-reflection and personal grown to providing moments of introspection and awe amidst the world’s most wild and rugged landscapes. When you’re able to travel how you want, when you want, and where you want, something magical happens. A transformational shift in perspective ensues

11 Things I Learned From Traveling to Places Where I Don't Speak the Language

Over the course of my short life, I've been fortunate enough to travel to many different places near and far. From spending six months in Istanbul to my many trips to Central Asia (I'm currently on number four), I've left home with a one-way ticket and a loose plan more than once. And more often than not, these trips take me to places where English is not the local language. As an American, I'm the product of an

Stanley Tucci Will Host His Own Culinary Travel Show on CNN

Stanley Tucci may not be the best-known name in Hollywood (I'm not making that assumption, Saturday Night Live did a whole sketch about it). But you’ve definitely seen Stanley Tucci. Beyond The Hunger Games and The Devil Wears Prada, he has over 100 acting credits to his name. He also has some legit culinary cred: In 1996, he wrote, directed, and starred in Big Night, a movie about two brothers running

Magnum Opus: Dubai’s Hottest New Luxury Hotel, ME Dubai, Opens March 1

After a long anticipated opening, the 5-star ME Dubai is accepting bookings from March 1. The luxury hotel from Spanish group Meliá is housed in the city’s latest skyline superlative–the 311 foot (95 metre) “Opus Dubai” by late architect Zaha Hadid. With its two Herculean glass towers rising up in a cube form, the architectural marvel is is a true magnum opus of design. In the making now for eight years, the

Four Curated Vacations for Post-Oscar Travel

There’s never been a better time to visit the Happiest Place on Earth. Star Wars: Galaxy Edge, featuring the Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance ride, recently opened. The Magic Happens parade is slated to kick off on Feb. 28, and festivals such as Lunar New Year and Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival are in full swing. Three hotels are situated within the Disneyland Resort — Disneyland

A post office in the middle of the Atlantic

Marooned in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, roughly 1,500km west of Lisbon, Portugal’s Azores Islands are among the world’s most remote destinations. But thanks to their steaming natural hot springs, three Unesco biosphere reserves and world-class whale watching, these far-flung islands are experiencing a tourism boom – the nine-island archipelago received almost two million visitors in 2019. One of

Quarantined Conditions in Wuhan Likened to 'Wartime' Scenario As Death Toll In China Surpasses 500

As the death toll from coronavirus has reached over 560 in China, the city of Wuhan is on lock down and has become a chilling place, as the origin location of the outbreak combats the virus. With transportation links shut down, a senior Chinese official ordered authorities in Wuhan to gather all those infected with the virus and place them in isolation or quarantine. “During these wartime conditions, there must be no

Valentine’s Day Gift Guide: The Most Romantic Cruises To Book

Is there anything more romantic than being at sea? You can test this theory out by booking yourself a scenic Valentine’s Day cruise with your loved one. With those last-minute deals on cruises now at an all-time high, now might be the best time to be spontaneous—you’ll get the most bang for your buck. Plus, since Valentine’s Day falls on a Wednesday this year, it may be worth delaying festivities until the

Disney Springs: City Works restaurant opens with sports, beer, twisted American menu

City Works Eatery & Pour House, a restaurant serving American classics, craft beers and a side of sports action, is now open at Disney Springs. The restaurant’s debut Thursday represents the latest spark of activity on the West Side of the entertainment complex. “On the West Side, everything is new,” said Matt Simon, Walt Disney World’s vice president for Disney Springs. City Works is in the same building as

A Road Trip Through Taiwan's Hot Springs and Tea Plantations

With a toot of its horn and a metallic screech, the Alishan Forest Railway rumbles out of Chiayi, a midsize city in southern Taiwan. As the humid jumble of roaring motorcycles and bubble-tea shops vanishes behind me, knotted electrical wires make way for betel nut plantations and clotheslines in small-town backyards that straddle railroad tracks first built for loggers. The train, a popular attraction that brings

'A crash was going to happen': Two accidents at same airport raise questions about flight safety

The hard landings of two planes by the same airline at the same Istanbul airport in the space of a single month have raised questions about aviation safety in Europe’s largest city, a major transit hub for much of Eurasia. On Wednesday, a Pegasus airlines flight arriving at Istanbul’s Sabiha Gokcen airport slipped off the wet runway on landing, smashed into a wall, split into three pieces and burst into flames, killing three

Norwegian Cancels First Post-Refurb Norwegian Spirit Cruise

Norwegian Cruise Line's 40-day, $100 million refurbishment of Norwegian Spirit has been delayed due to labor strikes in France, necessitating the cancellation of its first scheduled post-dry dock sailing. According to a statement sent to a Cruise Critic writer who was scheduled to be on this first sailing, "Due to the extended labor strikes in France over the past two weeks, coupled with our desire to deliver

John A. Klados Named VP Of Group Sales At Perillo Tours

WOODCLIFF LAKE, NJ (February 5, 2020) – Steve Perillo, president and owner of Perillo Tours, a leader in escorted travel to Italy for 75 years, announced the appointment of John A. Klados as the new vice president of group sales for Perillo Tours. In this new role, Klados will lead the charge in targeting and growing sales

Host Agency Reviews Conducts 2020 Fee Survey

Host Agency Reviews is conducting their annual Fee Survey to assist in assessing the types of fees and the overall volume of fees typically charged by travel professionals. This information is valuable to the agency community and will be shared with everyone once tabulated. You can take the survey here

Elizabeth II becomes Queen

On February 6th, 1952 Elizabeth Alexandra Mary was at the Treetops Hotel in Kenya. Her husband, Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh broke the news to her that George VI, the king of the United Kingdom and her father, had died peacefully in his sleep at age 56. She was asked what she wanted to be called. Her reply was

DHS suspends New Yorkers from Global Entry, other programs

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security said Wednesday that it would no longer let New York residents enroll in its "trusted traveler" programs because of a new state law that blocked federal immigration officials from accessing motor vehicle records. In a three-page letter, DHS said the legislation, dubbed the "Green Light" law, prevents federal agencies from protecting residents from "menacing threats to

How my first vacation alone helped me start living the life I want

Last year, I turned 40. I didn’t plan a birthday party. I didn’t plan to go out. Heck, I didn’t even think I would leave my house. My life was in turmoil and it was shaping up to be a rough year. I was working too much, getting a divorce, taking care of my three children and feeling overwhelmed. I was throwing myself into work to the point of burnout. My marriage was over and I kept having to go back to court to sort

Celebrating a nation that doesn't exist

By the time the morning sun had crept above the city’s Soviet-era apartment blocks, the crowd-control barriers lining Suvorov Square in downtown Tiraspol were already three-deep with families dressed in their Sunday (in this case, Monday) best. Their collective excitement was almost palpable on this surprisingly warm September day; anyone would have thought a royal wedding was on the cards. But in

China Is Putting Museum Exhibits Online Due to Coronavirus Outbreak

This year’s deadly coronavirus outbreak has gripped China, forcing many people to hunker down and stay out of public places during what has typically been a busy travel time. But while many businesses remain closed, some of China’s most popular museums are moving their exhibits to a new place to be enjoyed: online. The move comes as the number of confirmed coronavirus cases continues to rise, reaching as

At Least Three Dead After Pegasus Airlines Plane Skids Off Runway and Breaks Into Pieces With 177 People on Board (Video)

Three passengers that were on board the Pegasus Airlines flight that skidded off the runway at Istanbul's Sabiha Gokcen airport on Wednesday have died. The aircraft flown by the low-cost carrier was set to arrive at Istanbul’s Sabiha Gokcen airport after taking off from the Turkish city of Izmir. It then suffered a “rough landing,” the Turkish Transportation Ministry said. The airline confirmed the news in a

10 of the best sleeper trains in Europe

The country that’s home to Greta Thunberg and that coined the term flygskam (flight shame) has plans to introduce new sleeper routes this year. New connections from Malmö will be welcomed but for many Swedes nothing can beat the 20-hour odyssey from their capital’s Central Station across the wilderness of the Arctic Circle and on to the Norwegian town of Narvik. This is one route to fight to keep the blinds up for

Visiting Haida Gwaii, Canada's most mysterious islands

Pristine wilderness dotted by ancient village sites so protected that only 12 people at a time are allowed to step ashore -- this is Canada's final frontier, a remote archipelago off British Columbia's northernmost coast. At once thrilling, serene and mysterious, the mist-shrouded peaks of Haida Gwaii rise from the waves like magical kingdoms, home to a wealth of rare species found nowhere else on earth and a

Traveling To Kenya? Here Is A 7 Day Safari Guide

Kenya is ranked as one of the best Africa safari destinations. The land of the Masai is located at the far east of Africa neighboring the Indian Ocean in the East, Uganda in the West, Tanzania in the South and in the North, South Sudan, Ethiopia and Somalia. Kenya receives more than 2 million travelers, but tourism, like taking a safari in Kenya make up the largest number of international arrivals in Kenya. The

3,700 on Dream Cruises ship undergoing testing after 3 confirmed coronavirus cases

On Wednesday, nearly 3,700 people onboard Genting’s World Dream cruise were being held on the ship and undergoing testing for coronavirus. Three people who were on the ship from Jan. 19 to Jan. 24 have tested positive for coronavirus, according to a letter to guests from Dream Cruises, which operates the ship. As a result, Taiwan’s government blocked the ship’s port of call in Kaohsiung and forced its

This Is Snø: Norway’s Impressive Indoor Ski Center Opens Near Oslo

Indoor ski centers in Europe are nothing new, having been pioneered in germany and Austria as long ago as the 1930s. However, they are virtually unheard of in skiing-obsessed Norway. That’s because every winter, most of Norway transforms itself into one big ski resort. At least, that’s what used to happen. In recent years, however, the lack of snow has caused concerns among climate scientists and sports

Despite Fires, South Australia Is Open for Travelers

South Australia does not normally top the list of a first timers' itinerary Down Under, which tends to include the greatest hits of Sydney and the Great Barrier Reef out east. But the state is a shortcut to, or shorthand for, the country as a whole, with a fantastic culinary scene, winelands, and wildlife (Kangaroo Island is just off the coast). Come here, and you can experience every type of Aussie attraction without

Luxury floating hotel opens in Sweden

Framed by abundant woodland, surrounded by icy water and bathed in the glowing winter sun, this new hotel in Swedish Lapland already sounds pretty special. And that’s before you realize its centerpiece is a circular structure adrift on the Lule River, reachable only via wooden walkway and designed to resemble a cluster of logs caught adrift on a Swedish waterway. Welcome to Arctic Bath, a “floating hotel” in the

Landmark hotel bought by Indian investor

An Indian investor with a chain of Scottish hotels has bought one of the most prominent buildings on Clydeside. Muthu Hotels has taken over the Erskine Bridge Hotel, a large hotel close to the south end of the road bridge, paying an undisclosed sum to Cosmopolitan Hotels. The 177 room hotel has been renamed Muthu Glasgow River Hotel. It has a function suite for up to 500 guests, with a self-contained spa

Unbearably cute: A boy lost his teddy bear on a Southwest flight – so the airline sent him a new one

When young Grayson lost his favorite teddy bear on a recent Southwest flight to New Orleans, his mother Chrissy Mulligan tried to locate it to no avail. But Southwest had another idea to save the day: Give him a new one! Mulligan reached out to Southwest on social media in November about the missing bear, only to update that the airline couldn't find it just before Christmas. "Thank you to all who shared. We

George Washington Elected President

There were giants in those days. The Electoral College unanimously elected Washington, the only time a president has received 100% of the vote, in 1789 with John Adams elected as his vice president. He was not a member of a political party. Washington took office on April 30, 1789, and at first declined and then

Coronavirus: Princess cruise to stay under 14-day quarantine after 10 test positive

Nearly one dozen passengers on a Diamond Princess Cruise ship quarantined off the coast of Yokohama Port in Japan have tested positive for coronavirus and are being hospitalized. Public relations specialist Alivia Owyoung confirmed to USA TODAY Tuesday that 10 passengers tested positive for the virus following the "first phase of health screening," where Japanese health officials reviewed 2,666 guests and 1,045

South African Airways Offers Special Travel Industry Fares For 2020 Tourism Conferences In South Africa

Fort Lauderdale, FL (February 4, 2020) – South African Airways (SAA), the national flag carrier of South Africa and a Skytrax 4-Star rated airline, is offering special travel trade fares in both Premium Business and Economy Class to travel advisors and travel industry professionals that are planning to attend the numerous tourism

How Travel Helps Us to See More Clearly

There's a tree outside my bedroom window. I don't know what kind of tree it is. To be honest, in spring and summer, when I assume it is verdantly clothed, I've not noticed it. But now that winter is here, and it is entirely bare, undressed, with its leaves about its ankles, it has become peculiarly transfixing. Look at it on slight, grubby February days and it's a normal, perfectly average kind of tree, with a trunk the

Multi-day major winter storm marches east affecting travel for millions

A large storm system will affect a large portion of the continental United States on Wednesday, producing everything from snow and ice to severe thunderstorms and flooding rainfall. Eight to 10 inches of snow has already fallen across parts of northern Texas, and there's more on its way. More than 65 million people are under winter weather alerts from southwest Texas to central Maine, while 24 million people are

Mysterious abandoned village becomes a lure for intrepid travelers

The village of Al Madam is being gradually reclaimed by the desert. Outlines of former homes are still visible but the all-consuming sand rolls in like waves, pouring through the windows, filling the courtyards, and sweeping away the furniture. Less than an hour's drive from the city of Dubai, just over the border into Sharjah, this neatly planned outpost featuring two rows of homes and an elegant mosque has been

What the airport of 2030 will look like

Whether it's biometrics to get through security, an airline app that tells you if your flight is delayed or free Wi-Fi and charging areas for all travelers, there's no doubt technology this past decade has helped enhance the airport experience for fliers around the world. How exactly will it continue to make a difference in the 10 years to come? In fact, the better question may be: how won't it

The World's Gambling Capital Shuts Down Due to Coronavirus Outbreak

Macau, the world’s gambling capital, will shut down for two weeks as reports of the coronavirus grow. On Tuesday, Macau's chief executive, Ho Iat Seng, asked the city’s 41 casinos to close for two weeks, according to RTHK. General public services in Macau are also temporarily being halted, with only emergency services running normally. “Of course this was a difficult decision, but we must do it for the health of

Is this the capital of kimchi?

On a recent trip to Gwangju in South Korea, I was invited to a barbecue by my friend Austin Moon, a local student. We gorged on an endless variety of meats and offal, and chugged makgeolli, the traditional sparkling rice wine, but there was also a bowl of tasty small molluscs in conical black shells, a sort of snackable, suckable escargot. I asked Moon what they’re called. He typed something into his

Ethiopian Airlines Announces Plans to Build Africa’s Largest Airport

Ethiopian Airlines is spending an estimated $5 billion to build the largest airport in Africa. It could also become Africa's busiest airport, capable of handling more passengers than the current busiest hub in Johannesburg, South Africa. In an interview with the Ethiopian News Agency (ENA), Ethiopian Airlines CEO Tewolde Gebremariam said that the airline completed its 2025 goals seven years ahead of schedule

Cabo’s Newest Luxury Golf Resort Is A Winner

Two-Time Major winner and World Golf Hall of Famer Greg Norman spent 331 weeks ranked Number One in the world, amassing nearly 90 career wins. But one of the best golfers ever did not slow down after hanging up his spikes, and went onto a career as a top notch golf course designer. I’ve played Norman courses from Hawaii to Ireland to Australia, but there is no place he has excelled as much as Mexico

Carnival Magic Will Offer European Cruises in Spring 2021

Carnival Cruise Line will offer additional European itineraries in 2021, deploying Carnival Magic from four homeport cities in the Mediterranean. The 3,690-passenger ship will offer two transatlantic crossings along with an assortment of European voyages, in addition to a summer schedule of cruises operated out of New York and Caribbean cruises from Port Canaveral (Orlando). Carnival Magic's 2021 spring

6 Tips for Traveling With a Child on the Autism Spectrum

We are a family of five — two adults, two kids and a dog. And we also pack autism in tight when we travel. Here are a few tips I have picked up along the way that seem to work for us. Whether it’s a short road trip to the hills or a long-distance international flight, pay a little attention to the planning. Little things like what time the flight takes off, where we will have a pit stop en route, whether we need to take a

See inside the world's most jaw-dropping bubble hotels

It’s 2020, and the bubble hotel business is bursting. The novelty of sleeping under the stars from within the climate-controlled comforts of your own curved-roofed retreat shows no signs of waning. Standard hotel amenities — including ensuite bathrooms, comfy beds and Wi-Fi, too — have more or less become the norm. And though it’s a niche category in the world of glamorous camping (aka “glamping”), some of

48 hours in... Rome, an insider guide to the home of La Dolce Vita

Rome has been around for almost three thousand years and yet carries all that weight of history with a dolce vita lightness of heart. Indeed, there are few cities so inextricably tied to a work of cinema as Rome is to Federico Fellini’s 1960 classic “La Dolce Vita”, which celebrates 60 years since its release on February 5th. Fellini both captured and defined the insouciant yet brooding atmosphere of the Eternal City in its

George Washington Elected President

There were giants in those days. The Electoral College unanimously elected Washington, the only time a president has received 100% of the vote, in 1789 with John Adams elected as his vice president. He was not a member of a political party. Washington took office on April 30, 1789, and at first declined and then

Coronavirus outbreak: What does travel insurance cover?

Global travel has been greatly impacted by the ongoing coronavirus outbreak, with airlines canceling flights as new confirmed cases of the virus continue to be reported across the world. Many U.S. carriers, including United, American and Delta, have also suspended their travel to China, citing decreased demand — meaning that travelers are rethinking their original plans. But some of those travelers might be curious to

Why We're Traveling to the Caribbean Right Now

There are endless reasons to make Caribbean travel plans. Made up of over 7,000 islands and 13 countries—with six official languages spoken across them—there is, quite truly, something for every type of traveler. Ruled by your stomach? Choose between jerk chicken in Jamaica, salt fish fritters in Martinique, or lechón in Cuba. Prefer to follow the music? Look no further than Trinidad's Carnival, where you'll

At least one person turned away at US border as coronavirus travel restrictions implemented

A Canadian citizen was turned away at the northern border as a part of President Donald Trump's temporary ban on people who have visited China before their arrival in the United States, acting Homeland Security Deputy Secretary Ken Cuccinelli said Monday. In the wake of Trump's proclamation, the US has started denying entry to foreign nationals who visited China in the 14 days prior to their arrival to the US

Why San Diego Is the Perfect Vacation Destination for Retirees

One of the greatest perks of being retired is the flexibility of your time. Retirees quickly become aware of that benefit when they enjoy empty movie theaters on weekday afternoons, airfare savings on off-peak travel days, and vacations that don’t have to be taken in week-long increments. For retirees seeking the ideal place to take advantage of their flexible schedule, San Diego offers the option to be active

Coronavirus: Tips for staying healthy onboard cruise ships

Cruise lines have become the latest segment of the travel industry to be hit by the coronavirus outbreak, with Japanese authorities revealing that an infected passenger flew into Tokyo and spent a few days aboard a Princess Cruises ship. On Monday, February 3 Japan quarantined the ship, which arrived at a port in Yokohama after a former passenger was found infected with Wuhan coronavirus a few days earlier. The

Healthy Traveler Hannah Bronfman Just Reinvented the Hotel Minibar

Hannah Bronfman wants you to get more from your hotel experience. And she wants that to start at the minibar. In January, Bronfman, a true multi-hyphenate entrepreneur, lifestyle expert, Adidas ambassador, and DJ, launched a new partnership with 1 Hotels to modernize the minibar experience. And it’s all beginning at the 1 Hotel West Hollywood. “1 Hotel is one of my favorite brands,” Bronfman says. “I’ve stayed

UAE to suspend all China flights except for Beijing as coronavirus toll mounts

The United Arab Emirates is the latest country to announce suspension of flights to and from China — with the exception of the capital Beijing — in an effort to contain the new coronavirus, its state-run WAM news agency announced Monday. The suspension will come into effect on Feb. 5, the UAE’s General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) said in a statement. “We continue to put our confidence in the Chinese

Silversea Names Renowned Italian Wine Producer Gaia Gaja as Godmother of New Ship, Silver Moon

Silversea Cruises has named renowned Italian wine producer Gaia Gaja as godmother to Silver Moon, which launches in August. Gaja is the fifth generation to own and run the renowned winery in the small Italian town of Barbaresco -- a family-run business and iconic producer of fine Italian wine since 1859. She will officially name Silver Moon at a ceremony in Trieste on August 5, 2020. The news was revealed at a

How to Balance Traveling for a Long-Distance Relationship

This week, as we kick off February, we're chatting about a major reason why Traveler editors have zipped back and forth across the globe: long-distance relationships. Joined by community editor Megan Spurrell and journalist Sarah Walton, we're diving into the ins and outs of making a cross-continent, let alone transnational, relationship work—all backed by some 10-plus years of first person, long-distance

Five of the UK’s best multi-trip rail adventures

This one-day ranger gives travellers the freedom of what is a diverse county. The ticket allows unlimited off-peak journeys (after 9am, or any time at weekends) on all trains within Derbyshire, as well as out-of-county routes to Sheffield, Burton upon Trent and Uttoxeter. The ticket can also be used on most buses within Derbyshire and some beyond the county borders. For lungfuls of Peak District air, take the

The Sixteenth Amendment Ratified (Income Tax)

On February 3, 1913, the Sixteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution was ratified by the United States Congress, allowing the Federal government to collect a tax based on income. While the Constitution give the Congress the power of taxation, a Supreme Court case had held that direct taxes on income were

Collette Teams up with Uber on domestic Spotlights Tours

Pawtucket, RI (January 30, 2020) – Collette, global tour operator, is thrilled to announce that they have teamed up with Uber to provide $20 e-vouchers on all U.S. tours within their Spotlights line starting in May 2020. Use of the voucher on tour is meant to provide added flexibility for travelers and allow for independent

In 2020 Work And Travel No Longer Have To Be Separate

Almost all of us have been in a situation where we may no longer enjoy the jobs we do. Looking forward to vacation and counting down each and every day. Back in the day’s of the Golden Age of air travel, very few jobs away from the prestigious Pan Am flight attendant and pilot roles were able to combine both work and travel in such an enjoyable way. Vacations were always considered something to work hard

These Tropical Vacations Are Perfect for a Mother-Daughter Getaway

My mother and I are at our best when unwinding on the beach with a piña colada in hand. It’s not that we don’t love adventurous travel, just that our travel styles are different. She’s all about going with the flow, and I love to have a plan and a well-balanced itinerary. But one thing we both appreciate is a good tropical resort — and a hotel hot tub. Beautiful pools and a view of the water are where our travel styles

Japan's naked art of body positivity

Sinking into the almost too-hot bath, aches melting from my desk-weary muscles, I nodded politely to the women opposite. Half-familiar from the neighbourhood, we agreed that the waters were surprisingly hot, all the while submerging our bare shoulders just a little deeper. Steam-filled and tranquil, public baths in Japan have been a haven from the stresses of daily life for more than 1,000 years. While the

Russia Reports First Coronavirus Cases, Restricts China Air Travel

Russia reported its first two cases of coronavirus on Friday and restricted direct flights to China, its biggest trade partner, as Russians complained of rising prices for medical masks and anti-virus medicine. The two infected people, both Chinese nationals, are in a stable condition and have been quarantined, officials said. One of the cases was identified in the Siberian region of Tyumen and the other in the

What the reinvention of Europe's favorite city means for travelers

In the near future, visitors to Paris will be able to take a dip in the Seine and dine in an abandoned, underground subway station. Landmarks like the Eiffel Tower and Montparnasse Tower will go under the proverbial knife and undergo major makeovers, while a Paris rooftop will earn the title of the world's largest urban farm. These are among some of the innovative revitalization projects poised to write a

Why Alaska is the Perfect Summer Vacation Spot

Summer in New York City isn’t all rooftop parties, picturesque beach days, and breezy outdoor concerts. Less likely to make Instagram are the steaming hot subway platforms, streets packed with slow-walking tourists, and sweaty sticky nights spent in un-air conditioned apartments. Some might say there’s no better time than summer to escape the concrete jungle. And there may be no better place for a

Groundhog predicts early spring. Don't get too excited, he's usually wrong

Thousands of people gathered Sunday at Gobbler's Knob in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, to watch a famous groundhog deliver his highly anticipated forecast. Punxsutawney Phil emerged from his burrow around 7:25 a.m. and did not see his shadow, predicting an early spring for us all. "Now my forecast on a day that's a palindrome will cause some to cheer and some to moan. So do I hope you think it's

A vision in concrete: Oscar Niemeyer’s Brazil

During a brief visit to Rio de Janeiro, taking in Sugar Loaf mountain, Copacabana and Ipanema beaches, and dutifully drinking cool caipirinhas, my heart was really elsewhere – 1,200km inland to Brasília in the central plateau to be precise. It wasn’t sand, samba and rainforests I was after, but clean modernist lines and reinforced concrete laid out on the Cerrado (the country’s vast tropical savannah). I

Passengers With Chinese Passports Forced to Disembark Mid-Cruise in Australia

Passengers holding Chinese passports aboard Pacific Explorer were forced to debark the ship in Cairns following Singapore’s decision to ban all travellers holding Chinese passports from entering the country. It is believed a total of 81 people were transported by buses waiting at Cairns cruise terminal to other accommodation. The ship departed Sydney last week prior to the ban being introduced. A P&O Australia

Intercontinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa Is Mainland Fiji’s Most Luxurious Hotel

Fiji is a beautiful island nation comprised of more than 300 islands, only two-thirds of which are inhabited. There are hotels on Fiji for all kinds of travelers, and those on the outer islands require taking an additional flight (perhaps a seaplane) or boat after arriving at Nadi airport. But there are a handful of luxury properties on Fiji’s main island, Viti Levu, and the Intercontinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa is the

Coronavirus: Cruise ships to deny boarding to anyone who has recently been in China

As coronavirus has continued to spread globally, cruise lines have begun to skip port calls, step up screening measures, cancel sailings and even quarantined an entire ship for what turned out to be a case of the flu. On Thursday, the trade group Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) pledged that its members will deny boarding to anyone who has traveled through mainland China in the past two weeks

China Eastern Airlines suspends flights to US due to coronavirus

China Eastern Airlines announced that it is suspending its flights from Shanghai to New York and other US cities due to the rapidly spreading Wuhan coronavirus. The carrier canceled flights from the sprawling Chinese city to the Big Apple and Los Angeles through Feb. 10, citing “the recent public health incident,” according to a notice circulated to travel agents, CNN Business reported. The company also is canceling

Airline removes gas mask-wearing passenger after he panics travelers

American Airlines removed a mysterious gas mask-wearing man from a Houston-bound flight and rebooked him on another plane after passengers became panicked, airline officials said. The presence of the man, whose gas mask completely hid his face, unnerved many of those on board Flight 2212 from Dallas to Houston as they waited to take off Thursday evening, passenger Joseph Say told Houston ABC

Guy Fawkes is Hanged

The infamous Gunpowder Plot of 1605 was an attempt by a group of conspirators to kill King James I of England, his family, and most of the House of Lords by blowing up the Palace of Westminster during the State Opening of Parliament. Fawkes and his fellow conspirators, supporters of a Catholic England, rented a cellar

Finalisation Of The South African Airways SOC Limited Post-Commencement Funding

The business rescue practitioners of South African Airways SOC Ltd (the Practitioners), supported by the Departments of Public Enterprises (DPE) and National Treasury (NT), have been successful in obtaining the balance of the post commencement funding (PCF) required to meet the short term liquidity requirements of

U.K. and Russia Report Their First Coronavirus Cases

The U.K. and Russia each reported their first cases of the dangerous coronavirus, and other countries moved to limit air traffic with China as the number of people infected there approached 10,000. Pakistan, a strategic ally of China, said Friday it would ban all commercial air travel to and from mainland China, a day after Italy suspended flights to China, including the territory of Hong Kong. Russia, too, said it would

Why your bucket list is hurting your travel experience

What do the Mona Lisa, the Great Wall of China and Trolltunga have in common? It sounds like a bad travel joke, but the answer is — they are popular bucket list destinations for travelers around the world. The pop culture vernacular for “a checklist of things to do before one dies” has become a buzzword for travel planning, often shaping itineraries with specific hotspots and activities. The trend was advanced by

Turning 50 Made Me Rethink Why I Travel

During the summer of 1995, I was 33 years old and recently dumped at the altar. My heart was torn to shreds, I was unemployed, and sabotaging everything in my wake while feeling very sorry for myself. If I didn’t take drastic action to remove my head from my ass, I was going to implode into my own misery. The only way I’d snap out of it was by actively doing something meaningful. So off I went on a three

How To Travel As A Vegan In Italy

People decide to go vegan or plant-based for various reasons, but mainly for the animals, to help stop climate change or to improve or maintain their health. Vegan travel is becoming more and more popular and it’s easier than ever to eat plant-based foods on your next adventure. With more people identifying as being vegan than ever before it’s no wonder vegan tours are on the rise. Intrepid Travel, the

No pillows, no hot meals: Airlines adopt preventative measures against the coronavirus

While multiple airlines have temporarily suspended all flights to China due to the coronavirus outbreak, those that are still flying to the country are adopting a series of measures to prevent the spread of the deadly disease. Hong Kong flag carrier Cathay Pacific announced it will no longer offer hot towels, pillows, blankets and magazines to passengers on Cathay Pacific and subsidiary Cathay Dragon flights to and

10 of the dreamiest places in Georgia

Georgia may be small in size, but it still packs an astounding geographical punch. In the west, you'll find subtropical citrus groves that edge toward the Black Sea, while in the east, rolling vineyards give way to parched steppes punctuated by thousand-year-old monasteries. It's also home to three of Europe's six tallest mountains; in their shadow, the wilderness of the Caucasus extends in every direction with bears

How to Spend the Perfect 5 Days in Istanbul

After several years of bad press that cast it as unsafe, the Eurasian megacity of Istanbul is now on the upswing, ready to reemerge into the spotlight as a safe and exciting destination. Hospitality's been part of the Istanbul way of life for nearly 2,000 years after all, and this year it's reinventing itself yet again at the confluence of ancient and modern while maintaining -- and re-upping -- its welcoming allure. With a

Here's Why You Should Visit the Eiffel Tower at Exactly 1 A.M.

There’s never a bad time to see the Eiffel Tower, but there is one time that is arguably the most spectacular. According to HuffPost, while the Eiffel Tower is stunning during just about every part of the day, the absolute best time to visit is at 1 a.m. Most people know that as soon as the sun sets, the Eiffel Tower is lit up with golden lights that make the landmark look like it’s glowing. This brilliant light display of

Inside KEX Portland, The City’s New Sustainable Design Hotel With Icelandic Roots

As you already know, Portland, Oregon, offers pleasures aplenty. Whether you hike Multnomah Falls, cycle through the city, or kick back at one of over 200 urban green spaces, spending time in the great outdoors here comes easily. Then, there’s the thrillingly diverse dining and drinking scene – with new spots popping up all the time. (Notable newcomers include Bar Diane, Mae, and Hey Love.) When you combine

The resort with the biggest swimming pool in Koh Samui

It's a big call, but Spanish hotel group Meliá is laying claim to the title of largest swimming pool in Koh Samui, Thailand. The 159 rooms and 41 suites of the spanking new Meliá Koh Samui are set around a lagoon pool that meanders in a loop around the beachfront property, and also has a two-level 1000-square-metre pool. If that's not enough water, the new hotel overlooks Choeng Mon Beach and the Gulf of

Cruise Ships Banned From South Pacific Islands Due to Coronavirus Fears

Fears of novel coronavirus spreading to the pristine South Pacific islands have prompted an unprecedented move by local tribal chiefs to close the ports of Lifou and Mare to cruise ships. The decision is understood to be temporary and will affect schedules for this weekend (February 1-2, 2020). Carnival Australia spokesperson David Jones confirmed the move. “On behalf of our guests, we are naturally

Former Davenport, Iowa Mayor, Frank J. Klipsch, Joins American Cruise Lines

GUILFORD, CT—January 29, 2020—American Cruise Lines announced today that former Davenport, Iowa Mayor, Frank J. Klipsch, has joined the cruise line as its Director of City Partnerships and Special Projects on the Mississippi River. Mayor Klipsch has led a distinguished career in government, community service, and

The completely correct guide to eating and drinking on a plane

Before a recent flight across the country, I bought a shawarma wrap at the airport to take into the cabin. At the time, it seemed like a brilliant idea: I knew I’d get hungry, and this Lebanese place looked good for an airport fast-casual spot. A chicken wrap would be much more satiating than whatever dry snacks would be offered for purchase. The minute I pulled the shawarma out on the plane, I realized my

What Brexit will mean for travelers

Britain's departure from the European Union is finally upon us, but after all the warnings of chaos for inbound tourists and problems for UK travelers heading to the continent, what will situations will travelers actually face after January 31? The arrival of Brexit comes three and a half years after the country held a referendum that set it in motion and follows a series of missed deadlines, each one carrying the threat of

A Primer to Breastfeeding and Pumping While Traveling

This past December, Audrey Gelman, founder of co-working space The Wing, was traveling through New York’s LaGuardia Airport with her infant son, Sid, when she came across a Mamava breastfeeding pod—one of six at that airport. The company, which makes private nursing spaces with benches, outlets, mirrors, and coat hooks for new moms, has pods at over 50 U.S. airports including Atlanta, New York JFK

This airline will let you sit in the co-pilot's seat, but it won't carry your cake

In these days of long airport security lines and faceless online reservation systems, imagine booking a flight with an airline where you can ask for your pilot by name and then sit in the co-pilot's seat. With that kind of availability, young pilots from around the world are gaining a bit of fame -- in China specifically -- and a great deal of precious experience at Star Marianas Air, a small Pacific island carrier. From a base

Want To Learn About Travel Hacking In 2020? Go To One Of These Conferences.

If you’ve resolved to learn more about points and miles in 2020, there are plenty of resources out there for you to explore. Besides a cornucopia of blogs, social media groups and videos, it helps to get together with travel hackers in person. Whether you’re a points and miles novice or a seasoned professional, there is always something new to learn at travel hacking get-togethers. This year, up your points

The One Extremely Surprising Place Millions of Americans Visited in 2019

Although your Instagram feed may make it seem like everyone is visiting places like Greece, Portugal, and Peru, there is one location that is apparently more popular than ever: the local library. According to a recent Gallup survey, “Visiting the library remains the most common cultural activity Americans engage in, by far.” In fact, the average American adult took a trip to the library 10.5 times in 2019. That number

6,000 passengers held on cruise ship in Italy amid concern over coronavirus

An estimated 6,000 passengers and crew are being held onboard the Costa Smeralda while medical teams run diagnostic tests on a 54-year-old Chinese woman and a traveling companion who have been quarantined, the Italian cruise line confirmed to USA TODAY. The quarantine comes amid concerns about the coronavirus outbreak, which originated in Wuhan, China. The woman and her traveling companion

This Bali resort will make your island vacation dreams come true

Even when the resort is close to being full, it doesn't feel crowded. Accommodations, including rooms and suites, are spread out among four villages that are limited to four or five stories tall. (There are also villas with private pools.) Many rooms located in the South Village boast beautiful beach views – the kind of views that make you wake up before the sun. Rooms are a bit dated, with older televisions and hair

Regent Seven Seas Takes Delivery of Newest Cruise Ship Seven Seas Splendor

Regent Seven Seas took delivery of its newest luxury cruise ship, Seven Seas Splendor during a ceremony at Fincantieri's Ancona shipyard. In attendance at the handover were Regent Seven Seas' president and CEO Jason Montague and Luigi Matarazzo, general manager of the Fincantieri Merchant Ships Division. The 750-passenger Seven Seas Splendor is an all-suite ship with accommodations starting at 219 square

How climate change poisons our food

One thing I’ve come to love about travelling around Mexico is that you’re rarely far from a toilet. Yes, it will cost you five pesos (£0.20), but it’s a small price to pay for a few folded squares of toilet paper, a clean seat and peace of mind (and bottom). But what I didn’t know as I explored Oaxaca last May, spending a few pesos to slowly, sweatily tour the bathrooms of the city’s cathedral, a few ceramics shops and the

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Igo to the mountains to breathe. To look out over huge vistas. To put my body in a different environment. To have fun with friends. To get cold, tired and hungry. To wax lyrical about tea and hot showers. To see the world anew. The mountains of the UK and Ireland offer unique environments for adventure, exploration and nature connection. Over the years, I have had many amazing experiences in the remote wilds

Napa Valley Has Its Own Gondola Tours — and It's the Perfect Way to Celebrate Valentine's Day

Cruising down the canals of Venice on a real gondola is quite possibly one of the most romantic ways to ring in Valentine’s Day. But if you can’t get to Italy by Feb. 14, there’s another Venetian-style way to celebrate your love – and it’s right here in the U.S. DoNapa.com is a one-stop spot for all the things you can do in Napa Valley, California. And one of the most popular and romantic activities currently available is a

King George III Dies

George III was the third British monarch of the House of Hanover, all of whom were of German, not British, descent. In fact, he was the first of the Hanovers to actually be born in Britain and speak English as his first language. But his reign was not an easy one, marked by decisive military struggles. Early in his reign, England

Grieving man quits job to travel the world with pet ferret

A UK Royal Air Force airman quit his job and sold everything to travel the world — with his pet ferret. Charlie Hammerton, 25, was grieving following the deaths of his best friend, mother and adopted mom in just a year. So, in a bid to feel more positive, he decided to travel the world with his “best pal,” rescue ferret Bandit. He quit his job, sold his three cars and almost all his possessions — drumming up $19,585 for

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A massive 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck just northwest of the Jamaican town of Lucea on Tuesday, Jan. 28, at 2:10 p.m. EST, data from the United States Geological Survey (USGS) showed. The powerful quake could be felt as far away as Cuba and southern Florida. According to the USGS, the earthquake’s epicenter was to the south of Cuba and northwest of Jamaica. It happened along a strike-slip fault, which the

Coronavirus outbreak prompts CDC to update China travel recommendations

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Tuesday announced its updated travel recommendations for China amid the outbreak of novel coronavirus. In a statement provided to Fox News, the federal health agency said it is now recommending that travelers “avoid all nonessential travel" to all of China in response to the outbreak, which has killed some 106 people and sickened thousands of

Do photography bans help curb overtourism and bad behavior?

Looking at vacation photo albums used to be a chore. Kids around the world would sit, bored, as family members scrolled through endless slides or prints of a recent holiday. But the advent of the internet, especially the worldwide popularity of Instagram, changed everything. Not only was looking at a stranger's vacation snaps interesting, it was aspirational. The rise of social media grew parallel with a growing

US airlines extending travel waivers for passengers scheduled to fly to China amid coronavirus outbreak

Multiple U.S. airlines that fly to mainland China are extending their travel waivers for passengers scheduled to fly there amid the ongoing coronavirus outbreak that’s already killed over 130 people and sickened thousands. On Monday, both American Airlines and Delta extended their change-fee waivers through the end of February, allowing ticket holders with flights scheduled before then to change their travel

Georgia's best dishes, and where to eat them in Tbilisi

People are slurping dumplings in Portland, Oregon and in Berlin. They're dipping bread crust into a cargo of melted cheese in Manhattan and Warsaw, and savoring bites of eggplant stuffed with ground walnuts in Washington DC and London. Georgian food and wine, long revered for its individuality, exoticness and delectability, is now finding its rightful place on tables around the world. The greatest

The superyacht that thinks it's an airplane

The world of superyachts meets the world of aviation with this "one-of-a-kind" vessel that expertly merges aerial and nautical models. Italian shipyard Codecasa has unveiled plans for the new 230-foot superyacht concept which looks like a floating jumbo jet. Designed by owner Fulvio Codecasa, the upcoming Codecasa Jet 2020 is shaped like an aircraft and "borrows" many of its stylistic features. The end

An atomic marker hidden in plain sight

In the courtyard of a gift shop decorated with colourful ceramic frogs and dragonflies, it’s easy to overlook the historic marker. Perhaps that’s fitting for a secret site. In the early 1940s, the world’s top scientists and their families trudged through this patio, bedraggled from a cross-country train trip. Most didn’t know where they were headed. All they had were classified orders to report to the address "109 East

10 of Europe’s best rural train journeys

This cross-border line linking Switzerland’s Valais region with Haute-Savoie in France is a tiddler among international rail routes and has never been used by grand expresses (even though it’s called the Mont-Blanc Express). The metre-gauge local railway from Martigny to Chamonix skirts the north side of the Mont Blanc massif and so connects standard-gauge lines on either side of the border. Climbing up

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If you think you already know what Cancun is all about and have decided it’s not for you, wait! Puerto Morelos is just as accessible but far more charming and exclusive than downtown Cancun. There’s something really quite magical about traveling to a well-known area and still finding something special. I went to Cancun, Mexico, as a young and wild tourist in search of sun, sand and tequila. The resort and busy

Coronavirus: What Cruisers Need to Know

Following an outbreak of coronavirus that has sickened thousands of people and killed more than 100, Cruise Critic answers some of the questions travelers have. Read on to learn about what the virus is, how cruise lines are handling the unfolding situation, whether it's safe to visit China and whether their travel insurance will cover them if they cancel. What is coronavirus, and why am I hearing about it? There has

South African Airways Celebrates The New Airbus A350 With Low Fares Of $350* Each Way To Johannesburg

Fort Lauderdale, FL (January 27, 2020) – South African Airways (SAA), Africa’s Skytrax 4-Star airline, is celebrating the introduction of its new Airbus A350-900 now flying between New York-JFK and Johannesburg by offering a low fare of $350.00* each way (based on a roundtrip purchase). This fare is applicable for travel

Henry VIII Dies

The second Tudor King consolidated power in the monarchy, which consequently made him possibly the most powerful of British kings. Famously married six times, Henry's love life landed him cross-ways with the Roman Church - a circumstance that he chose to deal with by declaring himself head of the Church of England

CDC, State Department warn against any travel to China

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued its highest travel warning on Monday, urging Americans to avoid all nonessential travel to China because of the outbreak of coronavirus. At the same time, the State Department raised its China travel warning to level 3, urging U.S. citizens to “reconsider travel” to the country due to the coronavirus outbreak. The State Department also raised the travel

The Heartwarming Reason Kobe Bryant Preferred Helicopter Travel

As the world reels from the tragic and untimely deaths of Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gianna Bryant and the seven other people who were traveling with them when their helicopter crashed, more details have emerged about what happened. Today, an old interview resurfaced that provided more insight into why the NBA legend started relying on helicopters as a primary means of travel. In a 2018 interview with

Here's Why a Cruise Is the Best Way to Visit Hawaii

For many, Hawaii is the ultimate bucket-list destination. The allure of the Pacific Ocean paradise lies in its island spirit, the warm sense of aloha enveloping every big wave, swaying palm, and volcano. But actually planning a trip to Hawaii can be daunting: There are over 100 islands in the Hawaiian archipelago, and at least six of them are major destinations. So, how can a savvy traveler ensure their once-in-a

UK weather: snow and ice forecast to disrupt train and road travel

Snow and ice are predicted to disrupt commuters on Tuesday across large parts of Britain, where four yellow warnings are in place. It may have fallen short of predictions it would be winter’s coldest night but the cold air overnight still managed to bring snow, sleet and rain across Scotland and the north-west of England. Air pushing south from Greenland meant a low of -4C (25F) was recorded on The Cairnwell

Is this the most authentic Korean barbecue?

It was Tuesday at lunchtime at Joseonok, a Korean barbecue restaurant in downtown Seoul’s Euljiro neighbourhood that serves galbi – marinated beef short ribs grilled over smoking coals. Through an open window into the kitchen, I could see flames leaping off the grill as strips of meat were laid on, the marinade sizzling violently and unleashing aromas that tormented my grumbling stomach. I realised that in

Queen Elizabeth Is Looking for a Traveling Sous Chef

Are you a highly trained chef who's looking for a challenging new gig? Do you enjoy splitting your time between the best city in the world, and also going to Norfolk? Do you like monarchs, swans, and pageantry? Then you might be exactly who Queen Elizabeth is looking for. According to the Royal Household's list of job vacancies, Her Royal Highness is currently trying to find a Sous Chef who will be based at

Delta Air Lines fined $50,000 for kicking 3 Muslim passengers off flights

Delta Air Lines was fined $50,000 by the U.S. Department of Transportation after ordering three Muslim passengers off a flight. Delta denied that it discriminated against the passengers in two separate incidents but agreed it could have handled the situations differently, according to a consent order released Friday by the U.S. Transportation Department. According to the order, the DOT claims Delta violated federal

See Why This Hotel Brand Is A Dream Come True

Jay Stein is Chief Executive Officer of Dream Hotel Group, overseeing the evolution and expansion efforts of the company and its portfolio of brands: Dream Hotels, Time Hotels, The Chatwal and Unscripted Hotels. With more three decades in the hospitality industry and more than 20 years with Dream Hotel Group’s predecessor, Hampshire Hotels Management, Mr. Stein has served in a variety of property and corporate

5 Ways To Explore Ireland This Year

For a small country, Ireland has a remarkable wealth of dramatic sites, hidden corners and amazing discoveries. The problem is that left to your own devices in a rental car, a GPS and an itinerary on your iPad, you’ll have a great time but you’ll only see a fraction of what the Emerald Isle has to offer. Enter these specialized tour companies, who can transform a week in Ireland into a memorable vacation. With St

Hotel offers free stays for couples who make babies

For Valentine's Day this year, you could indulge in a cocktail-paired tasting menu at a top Vancouver restaurant, jet off to Whistler for a ski holiday or book a cozy lodge on the west coast of Vancouver Island to storm watch. But for those tired of such romantic (Canadian) clichés, British Columbia's Hotel Zed has a heart-day alternative. The hotel, with locations in Victoria and Kelowna, is offering a four-hour "Nooner"

Sephora Makeup to Appear in Duty-Free Shops on Select Cruise Ships

Good news for cruisers who are fans of the Sephora Collection of makeup: For the first time, you can buy the beauty products in duty-free shops on cruise ships. Starboard Cruise Services, which operates duty-free shops on many ships, recently introduced the private label collection of makeup in shops on several vessels, including Carnival Horizon and Royal Caribbean's Symphony of the Seas, Harmony of the

The Liberation of Auschwitz

On January 27, 1945, the Soviet Army arrived at Auschwitz and opened the camp, freeing 7,000 prisoners. Another 58,000 had been marched out of the camp before the Soviet Army arrived in a "death march", with very few surviving until the end of the journey. The Nazis at the camp also attempted to cover their crimes by

Why You Should Start Screening For Hidden Spy Cameras When You Travel

Are you afraid that hidden cameras might be spying on you when you travel? In 2020, the concern over spycams in hotels and vacation rentals can no longer be dismissed as far-fetched. Throughout 2019, a drumbeat of news stories revealed an emerging trend, as one traveler after another discovered hidden cameras in their accommodations. Typically, these covert devices were cleverly embedded in

Escape The Frigid New England Winter At These Glamorous Boston Hotels

Amidst the many pros of staying in Boston - access to fascinating historic sites, fine dining, and a thriving nightlife - there is one prominent con: the city’s bitterly cold, bone chilling winters. Exploring the city may be somewhat difficult in the dead of January, yet modern technology has got you covered. Enjoy all of the pros listed above - alongside central heating - at these stylish Boston hotels. Housed in the

From Fields of Wildflowers to Viking History, You Need to Experience Greenland in the Summer

For three months out of the year along the fjords of southern Greenland, the frozen landscape thaws, the sea ice retreats and you can see why Erik the Red got away with calling the country at the top of the world “Greenland” – instead of Narnia. I visited in June, traveling up the Tunulliarfik Fjord with Vintage Air Rally during an arctic expedition, and found fields of wild flowers three feet high covering the hills and

Kobe Bryant’s Tragic Crash and Why It May Be Time to Change Private Helicopter Rules

Basketball superstar Kobe Bryant died Sunday in a tragic helicopter crash in Calabasas, California. Bryant was 41 years old. According to officials, Bryant was flying in his private helicopter with eight other people in what the Los Angeles Times called “foggy conditions.” Emergency personnel responded to the crash site, however, there were no survivors. One of Bryant’s daughters, 13-year-old Gianna, was

Why Tunis could be the new Rome

The wait for admission to the Colosseum was approximately three and a half hours. The queue was so long that I initially mistook it for the line leading into the Palatine Hill, as I couldn’t even see the Colosseum when I joined the end of it. It was pouring rain and bitter cold in the middle of May, yet scores of soggy tourists were huddled alongside me in technicolour rain ponchos waiting for the chance to pay €12

Republic Day 2020: Join India's great big constitution party

India is the world's largest democracy, and it's serious about its constitution. The country goes all out to celebrate its remarkable achievement in self-governing each Republic Day. The biggest focus is on New Delhi's impressive annual military and cultural parade, but this national holiday is celebrated far and wide. Anyone who plans to travel to India during Republic Day can expect some potential

Boeing's huge 777-9X airplane takes its first flight

The world's longest and largest twin-engine airliner, the Boeing 777-9X, has finally taken to the skies for its maiden flight, offering a ray of hope for the troubled US aviation company following months of grim headlines. After days of abysmal weather, airplane WH-001 took from Paine Field, home of Boeing's wide-body factory, north of Seattle, on Saturday morning. The flight had been postponed twice earlier in the

Seabourn Venture Cruise Ship to Feature Twinkling 270-Degree Constellation Lounge

Seabourn's first purpose-built expedition yacht, Seabourn Venture, will have a viewing lounge designed along the lines of the luxury brand's popular Observation Lounge. Located high up and forward on the new ship, the Constellation Lounge will serve as a gathering spot, providing 270-degree views through floor-to-ceiling windows. In creating the space, noted hospitality designer Adam D. Tihany took the

Royal Caribbean, MSC, others cancel China cruises due to coronavirus outbreak

Royal Caribbean, MSC Cruises and Costa Cruises are all canceling upcoming departures from China due to the coronavirus outbreak. Royal Caribbean is suspending Monday's scheduled sailing of one of its cruise ships out of the country due to the deadly virus. The cruise line is suspending the Jan. 27 sailing of Spectrum of the Seas, its only ship currently with a home port in China, Jonathon Fishman, a

10 of the UK’s best vineyard and distillery stays

In the new wine heartlands of the South Downs, this 600-acre estate was started in 2010 and the first vintage of its Sussex sparkling wine arrived in 2018. With a tasting room and restaurant, staying here is a Napa Valley-style experience. There are also 10 en-suite rooms in the restored flint barns, including some with bunks, and prices are reasonable. A posh hostel vibe is at play here, with high thread counts and

10 of the best things to do in Cluj-Napoca, Romania: a local's guide

The historic centre around Unirii Square, the largest square in Cluj, is beautiful. Look out for the Hotel Melody Central. It opened in 1890 as a hotel but has also been a jazz club and a chapel. St Michael’s church is a huge gothic building and sights around the square include Old Banffy Palace, which now houses the National Art Museum, and the old town hall. The three main squares in the city centre – Mihai Viteazul

How Do I Avoid Using All My Vacation Days on Other People's Weddings?

I’m not sure how it happened but I’m turning thirty next year, and I still have a few things I want to accomplish as a personal “30 before 30” challenge, if you will. I've been dreaming of a solo trip since I graduated from college, but I haven’t made it happen yet. (And I want it to be bigger than a weekend away, meaning it probably won’t be cheap.) My only concern is that I'll also be attending six friends' weddings

Hotel concierges: 14 things they can do for you – and 6 things they can't

Few travelers think to contact the hotel concierge for much more than directions or restaurant recommendations – but if you don’t, you’re missing out on a wealth of local expertise. A good hotel concierge has impressive powers and can assist with almost any travel problem you might face, so you shouldn’t be afraid to take advantage. That said, a concierge is not a magician. SmarterTravel has provided a 14 list of

Katarina Line Offers Last Minute Special Of 20% Off Popular Small Ship Bike Cruises in Croatia

Award-winning small ship cruise company and DMC Katarina Line is offering a last-minute special of 20% off on select 7-day guided bike cruises in May 2020 that include departures out of Split and Opatija, valid when booked by January 31, 2020. The tours explore Croatia’s spectacular coastline, medieval towns, natural

Sir Winston Churchill Dies

Many heroes were born out of the chaos of World War II, but perhaps none as inspiring as Winston Churchill. Upon the resignation of Neville Chamberlain in 1940, Churchill became Prime Minister and led Britain to

CCRA Travel Commerce Network and Ensemble Travel Group Announce Strategic Alliance

FORT WORTH, TEXAS – January 22, 2020 – CCRA Travel Commerce Network and Ensemble Travel Group are pleased to announce a strategic alliance that will enable TRUE members to access and take

Wuhan coronavirus: Is it safe to travel?

Much is still unknown about the Wuhan coronavirus outbreak and health officials are urging vigilance. That means travelers crisscrossing the globe should be aware of the virus, steer clear of heavily impacted areas and exercise some of the same kinds of preventive measures they'd

State Department to Issue Rules Restricting U.S. Travel for Pregnant Foreigners

WASHINGTON—The State Department is adopting a new set of rules that will make it tougher for pregnant foreigners to visit the U.S. on tourist visas, an effort to prevent individuals from coming to the U.S. to give birth. The new rules unveiled on Thursday, which take effect Friday

Black Travel Vibes: Live The Luxe Life In Zanzibar

If you thought all there was to the continent of Africa was the poor and downtrodden clips you’ve seen on the news or in movies, you couldn’t be more wrong. From Morocco to South Africa, Mama Africa is filled with beauty and luxury that can rival any Caribbean or European

You Can Sleep With Elephants Under the Stars in a 'Jungle Bubble' in Thailand

The Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort in northern Thailand is giving the term “close to nature” a whole new meaning. The stunning resort is gaining major buzz, thanks to its transparent luxury bubble suites, called Jungle Bubbles, which happen to be located in an

20 Chefs Dish On 20 Food Travel Trends For 2020

Lured by the eclectic tastes of indigenous cuisine, foodies who love to travel often seek out destinations where they can experience dynamic regional culinary scenes. For many travelers with discerning palates, discovering the latest culinary trends has become a popular form of

North Macedonia's top-secret pearls

Straddling the border of North Macedonia and Albania, Lake Ohrid is one of the oldest and deepest lakes in Europe. A cultural and natural Unesco World Heritage site, the lake’s emerald-green waters are home to 212 known species of endemic plants and animals. One of them, the

Did you know you could retire on a cruise ship?

Ralph Bias loves cruise ships — has since he was a child and watched the disaster movie “The Poseidon Adventure.” The South Florida resident sells cruises, takes six to eight a year himself and plans to spend even more time at sea after retirement. “We’re not going to build a second

Picasso’s lost paradise: how a corner of Catalonia brought inspiration

Iwas standing in a cave Picasso once slept in. Actually, it’s more of a ledge beneath a craggy, overhanging limestone rock. Yet, in the summer of 1898 the 16-year-old Picasso and a friend spent a month sleeping here: in the Santa Bárbara mountain in the Terres de l’Ebre region of

The New 'Secret Life of Pets' Ride Will Turn You Into One of the Pups

When The Secret Life of Pets: Off the Leash opens at Universal Studios Hollywood this spring, you won’t just see your favorite characters from the blockbuster film — you’ll become one. The California theme park’s new attraction will take riders on a journey through New York City to

Seabourn Venture Cruise Ship to Feature Twinkling 270-Degree Constellation Lounge

Seabourn's first purpose-built expedition yacht, Seabourn Venture, will have a viewing lounge designed along the lines of the luxury brand's popular Observation Lounge. Located high up and forward on the new ship, the Constellation Lounge will serve as a gathering spot

Southwest: No plans for a 737 Max fare sale to woo skittish flyers when plane returns

Hoping Southwest Airlines and other airlines are going to discount flights to woo travelers when the beleaguered Boeing 737 Max returns? Don't count on it – at least not when it comes to Southwest, executives said during the airline's earnings conference call Thursday. "At this

Qantas passenger and former WWE wrestler Eva Marie claims airline's lounge booted her for wearing 'active wear'

A former WWE wrestler who recently flew with Qantas claims she was booted from the airline’s lounge for wearing, ironically, loungewear. Last week, Eva Marie called out Qantas on Twitter, claiming that she was refused entry into the Qantas business lounge at the Melbourne airport

Stay In A Charming Castle On Your Next Visit To Ottawa

Step into a fairytale when checking into Ottawa’s historic and charming Fairmont Château Laurier. Sir Wilfred Laurier, Canada’s seventh Prime Minister, officially opened the regal Château in 1912. Among the first hotel rooms with indoor plumbing the rooms cost two dollars

Celebrate Valentine’s Day in the Big Apple with New York City Vacation Packages

January 22, 2020 - New York, NY—New York City Vacation Packages (NYCVP) - known for its top selling packages during the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays - is excited to announce its

The Assassination of the First Earl of Moray

The assassination of regent James Stewart, First Earl of Moray, threw Scotland into civil war. Moray was assassinated by Hamilton of Bothwellhaugh, a supporter of Stewart's half-sister Queen Mary. In July

Coronavirus outbreak: Three Chinese cities on lockdown, travel disrupted

Millions of Chinese had to cancel travel plans and hunker down in their homes to avoid exposure to a new, mysterious coronavirus Thursday as three cities in central China went on lockdown to curb the spread of the deadly virus that has already claimed 17 lives. Health

10 of the best wellbeing holidays in Europe

Listening to Puccini and other Italian opera classics while sparkling stars lit the night skies was just the tonic I needed last summer. I stumbled on the lovely resort of Salsomaggiore Terme when I was driving around the verdant hills of Emilia-Romagna. I thought I might stay a day to

Towns near Australia's Capital Temporarily Evacuated Due to Bushfires

Residents in the suburbs of Australia’s capital Canberra were briefly evacuated on Wednesday as a bushfire broke out near its airport. Police closed roads and told people to avoid the suburbs while they fought the wildfires, according to Reuters. There have not been any reports

Winter Storms Cause Travel Chaos In Northern Norway

Severe winter storms across northern Norway have left several communities cut off with many local roads closed and ferry departures canceled. Air traffic remains operational but is subject to delays, with just one canceled service between Tromsø, Bodø and Trondheim reported. At

Airlines could refuse emotional support animals under proposed rule

Under a proposed federal rule, airlines would no longer be required to accept emotional support animals and would exclude animals other than dogs as service animals. The U.S. Department of Transportation is seeking public comment for the proposed policy. The public

Another major hotel chain is getting rid of travel-sized toiletries

Accor Hotels is the latest global hotel chain to eliminate travel-sized toiletries from its rooms. The company, which owns 40 brands including Ibis, Novotel, the Fairmont and Mondrian, announced Wednesday that it's removing individual tubes of shampoo, conditioner and bath

Inside one of the world's newest (and wettest!) national parks

If the Everglades and the Serengeti had a child together, it might look a bit like the Iberá Wetlands of northeastern Argentina. Some 1.8 million years ago, the Paraná River -- South America's second-longest after the Amazon -- carved a rambling path through Argentina's

'Falling Iguana' Alert Issued in Florida as Temperatures Drop (Video)

It’s cold in Florida. So cold, in fact, that residents there have been warned that iguanas — a cold-blooded reptile — may fall from the trees. While Florida may be known for its sunny beaches and warm days, some southern parts of the state were forecasted to hit in the mid

The Huge Boeing 777x Was About To Take Off On Its Maiden Test Fight Today—Now Delayed

Boeing has had its fair share of problems recently, but today hopefully marks some rest-bite in the aircraft manufacturers fortunes. At 10 a.m. PST (1 p.m. EST) today, January 23, the world’s largest twin-engine passenger jet was meant to take to the skies for the first time. This

Windstar Cruises Reveals New Restaurant Menu

Windstar has released the menu for Cuadro 44 by Anthony Sasso, a new Spanish restaurant debuting on the line's three all-suite motor yachts. Sasso, one of the youngest chefs recognized by the Michelin guide (while at New York's Casa Mono), will take passengers on

Divers recover body of man who fell from 10th-story deck of cruise ship in Puerto Rico

The body of a man who fell from the 10th-story deck of a cruise ship docked in Puerto Rico has reportedly been recovered by rescue divers. The passenger went overboard from the deck of the Oasis of the Seas ship, at around 7.40 p.m. local time on Wednesday, CBS News reporter

Why do we take more risks when we travel?

Yoga studio owner Meg Alexander wouldn’t normally describe herself as a daredevil. At home in Toronto, she says the riskiest thing she gets up to is occasionally jumping on the streetcar without tapping her Presto card, but on holidays in Vietnam in 2014, she thought nothing of

Roe v. Wade

On January 22, 1973, the United States Supreme Court issued its opinion in the controversial landmark case of Roe v. Wade. The opinion, written by Justice Harry Blackmun, struck down state laws that made most

Airport screenings for the Wuhan coronavirus increase around the world

Airports around the world are increasing health screenings and implementing new quarantine procedures as officials race to slow the spread of the Wuhan coronavirus, a new SARS-like illness that first appeared in Hubei province, China. Hundreds of people have been infected by

South African Airways' New State-Of-The-Art Airbus A350-900 Takes-Off From New York-JFK

Fort Lauderdale, FL (January 21, 2020) – South African Airways (SAA), a Skytrax 4-Star rated carrier, has introduced the most technology-advanced aircraft available for international ultra-long-haul travel with

How Travel Taught Me to Love My Body: Women Who Travel Podcast

"Plus-size fill-in-the-blank, but especially travel, is often not seen in a glamorous way," says Women Who Travel columnist Laura Delarato on this week's podcast episode. "It's often not seen at all." But thanks to communities and social media accounts that celebrate women's

The return of the legendary US airline you've probably never heard of

Some airline brands die forever. Others, it seems, go into suspended animation, waiting to be reborn when the time's right to take to the skies once again. Which is why, on January 12, a Boeing 767-300ER touched down on the runway at New York's JFK airport, bringing with it a

Australia wants you back after the fires. Here's where to go

Australia wants you to know that it's not all blackened and charred. The bushfires that burned millions of hectares in the southeast are still burning, but they're fewer in number and recent storms have drenched debris that might otherwise have gone up in flames. The fires came at

Why I Take a Solo Vacation Every Single Year

Traveling alone has become an essential part of my life. I went on my first solo trip to Iceland in December of 2015 and had no idea what to expect. On my first day in Iceland’s capital city Reykjavik, I couldn’t have imagined meeting three other traveling Americans and then going on

The birthplace of Canada's mountain culture

Canada’s gritty railroad town of Golden, BC, doesn’t boast the historical grandeur of Banff just to the east nor the new resort skiing hype of Revelstoke over the Continental Divide to the west. But it has its own unique claim to fame: it’s the gateway to Rogers Pass, home to some

10 of Europe’s most scenic train journeys

The rail journey across southern Norway from Bergen to Oslo – northern Europe’s highest mainline railway – is so beautiful that all seven hours of it were broadcast in 2009 on Norwegian television as the first ever Slow TV (Sakte-TV) programme. However, for

Just Back From an Abercrombie & Kent Antarctica Cruise: First Impressions

For many, a trip to Antarctica is a dream -- a chance to place a checkmark next to the seventh continent. And cruising is virtually the only way to get to there. A growing number of cruise lines and tour companies are offering trips to the White Continent, so it's possible to

The Controversial Van Gogh Painting Is Finally Going Back on Display in Oslo

Vincent van Gogh fans can breathe a little easier, as a controversial self-portrait of the painter has finally been authenticated. On Monday, art experts declared that the self-portrait of the artist, which hangs inside Amsterdam's Van Gogh Museum, is the real deal. The authenticity of.

Italy’s Secret Ski Resort Is One Of The World’s Best

Ask a skier you know to name the top resorts of Europe, and chances are good you will get responses like Courchevel, Zermatt, Chamonix, Innsbruck, Verbier, Val d’Isere, St. Anton, Kitzbuhel, Lech, Gstaad, St. Moritz and a few other biggies. But chances are equally good that

A Guide to Hotel Tipping

This spring, fans of the high-design, buzzy bars and restaurants at West Coast trendsetter Proper Hotels will have a lower-priced option for spending the night with the brand. The Proper team, which has properties in San Francisco, Santa Monica and Austin, will launch

Viking drops 'cruise' from its name and website, saying 'We are about the destination'

Citing a desire to focus on destinations, as well as a reflection of its growth into different types of sailings, Viking has also dropped the word "cruise" from its official name. Viking founder and chairman Tor Hagen tucked the announcement into an event Jan. 15 in Los Angeles. After the

The US Hostages are Released

On January 20, 1981, Ronald Reagan was inaugurated as the President of the United States. Minutes later, the nation of Iran released 52 hostages they had held for 444 days in captivity. In retaliation for the United

SARS Versus Protests: Cathay Pacific’s Different Responses To Hong Kong Travel Decline

Is it better to endure pain by quickly ripping off a Band-Aid or gradually peeling it away? While civil unrest in Hong Kong is subsiding, Cathay Pacific continues to forecast weak travel demand, making for a long and gradual burn. This contrasts to the rapid decline, but also

Spain's Balearic Islands clamp down on booze-fueled partying

They've got a reputation for sun-soaking, all-night-partying and all-round-hedonism, but Spain's Balearic Islands are attempting a rebrand. The regional government has introduced a series of laws that attempt to curb alcohol excess in the tourist hubs of Magaluf and Playa de

India's brilliant Bombay duck

When I was a little girl growing up in Bombay, June was the month I looked forward to the most. It was the month when the charred, inky monsoon clouds, clipped with streaks of lightning, brushed away the fetid summer heat. It was when I went back to school with my

Edgar Allan Poe's Baltimore home was named a literary landmark

Poor Edgar Allan Poe. In life, he was a haunted writer whose Gothic works went largely unappreciated. In death, he's a celebrated literary icon whose talent has earned him no fewer than three memorial sites. The newest of the bunch was just ordained a Literary Landmark

SpaceX's inflight abort test paves way to commercial human spaceflight

It is not every day that a successful test of a rocket involves destroying the launch vehicle in midflight. SpaceX managed the feat during the inflight abort test it conducted Sunday morning. The test was an important milestone in the development of commercial human spaceflight. The

Should You Avoid the Philippines, China, and Bangkok in Foreseeable Future?

These dramatic current events are grabbing headlines, but should you still be grabbing your passport? Several destinations have recently been rocked by major events and tragedy: dramatic volcano eruption, severe levels of air pollution, and the ominous shadow of a possible

Cash Crunch Forces South African Airways to Cancel Flights

A financial crisis at South African Airways deepened Tuesday as a funding squeeze forced the national carrier to cancel several domestic and international flights. Eight flights between Johannesburg and Cape Town will be cut this week, and 20 between Johannesburg and

The ultimate guide to taking a Northern Lights cruise

If you're considering taking a Northern Lights cruise, now is the time to get clued up as the ever-growing demand for cruises to see the Northern Lights is proof that it's the thrilling winter holiday of the moment. As one of the most amazing ways to see the Aurora Borealis, Northern

Four Incredible South African Safari Stays To Experience In 2020

Thinking about going on safari in 2020? The first step in planning can be the most daunting since there are so many options to choose from. Once you narrow down the country, there are still a variety of regions, terrains and accommodations to choose from. Price points are equally

Coyote on the runway forces flights to circle at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport

A coyote interfered with multiple flights at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport on Monday morning, according to an airport spokesperson. Employees managed to coax the coyote off the airfield, and it retreated toward the nearby Salt riverbed, airport officials said. Three flights

Cruise Ships Return to Australia's Bushfire Areas

Australia’s cruise industry is celebrating the return of ships to regions affected by bushfires, with no cancellations on the horizon nationwide. Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has confirmed that all major cruise lines in Australia are currently operating as scheduled and

Why Canada is the world's most beautiful country

Turquoise waters, towering crags, the deep green of forest and the icy glint of snowcapped peaks: wind the only sound, the scent of pine in the air, and, deeper in the wilderness, the quiet footfall of elk, bears and moose. This is Moraine Lake, my favourite spot in the

The US Hostages are Released

On January 20, 1981, Ronald Reagan was inaugurated as the President of the United States. Minutes later, the nation of Iran released 52 hostages they had held for 444 days in captivity. In retaliation for the United States' support of the former Shah of Iran, the Revolutionary Islamic government of Iran

Luxury travel: 50 wealthy tourists, eight countries ... and one giant carbon footprint

Forget cruises. The super-rich have found a new way to see the world in the luxurious style of an ocean liner but taking a fraction of the time: private jet round-the-world tours. This week, 50 members of the wealthy elite will board a privately chartered Boeing 757 to begin a 24-day guided tour of the globe, taking in Copacabana beach in Rio de Janeiro, the Galápagos islands and mountain

One of the World's Best Resorts Is Tucked Away in Bluffton, South Carolina

Travelers in search of paradise need look no further than South Carolina’s Lowcountry. Many tourists in this corner of the state drive right through Bluffton, South Carolina on their way to Hilton Head Island. But one turn off May River Road lands you in 20,000 acres of lush woodland, pristine riverfront, and a charming community that gives even the best island in the U.S. a run for its

China confirms some 140 new cases of Sars-like virus ahead of peak travel season

Chinese health authorities confirmed more than 100 cases of a new Sars-like virus on Monday as the country’s peak holiday travel season begins, sparking concerns over spread of the viral strain. While the virus first emerged in the central city of Wuhan in late December, the 139 new cases reported over the weekend in China included cases from capital Beijing in the north of the country

Arson, travel and recovery - your bushfire questions

Australia is battling a bushfire crisis that has left more than two dozen people dead and burned 10 million hectares (40,000 sq miles) of land. The fires are expected to last for many weeks yet - and the recovery process will go on for many years. So is it safe to travel to Australia? Were these fires caused by criminal arson? And what can we all do to help? We answer some of your

The Best Places to Visit in Florida

Year-round sunshine, one thousand miles of beaches, and almost as many palm trees as people: what’s not to love? Florida is where the world goes on vacation. While the state eats, sleeps, and breathes tourism, deciding exactly where to visit in Florida can prove to be the hardest part. Any kind of traveler can enjoy a trip to Florida because the state has it all: theme parks for the family

A uniquely Japanese take on nostalgia

During my childhood summers spent in Yokohama, Japan, my obaachan (grandmother) would take me on afternoon strolls through her neighbourhood and teach me the names of all the flowers we came across. The cicadas would shriek over her soft voice and the humidity would cling to my body like a second layer of skin. When we returned home, the two of us would cool off over ice-cold

I fly at least once a month and always insist on printing out my boarding pass. Here's why you should, too.

Today, traveling by plane is a mostly paperless experience with little human interaction. We book our tickets online, check in at self-service kiosks, and download our mobile passes straight to our smartphones. But is that really the smartest way to travel? Personally, I like to take an old-school approach to air travel. I'll print my boarding pass and chat up gate agents and check-in

10 of the best budget spa holidays in eastern Europe

For 800 years the waters around Cieplice have treated the cream of central European society as well as US ambassador (later president) John Quincy Adams. Such folk demanded frescoed dining salons, broad parks and splendid swimming pools, all of which remain. Cieplice has low-mineralized, fluoride-silicon thermal springs (up to 90C). Among the 70 treatments, the focus is on

Venice protests see hundreds take to water in objection to cruise ships and motorised boats

Hundreds of demonstrators took to the waters in front of St Mark’s Square in Venice on Sunday to protest the use of motor boats in and around the lagoon city. Forming a flotilla of small, traditional rowing boats, protestors urged authorities to take action against Venice’s crowded waterways while taking aim at the giant cruise ships that regularly sail close to the city. Critics say waves created

Carnival Cruise passenger airlifted 75 miles from shore, rescue 'stretched the range' of helicopter

While being airlifted from a cruise ship is never easy, this particular incident stands out. A Carnival Cruise passenger was airlifted from the ship during an operation that the Coast Guard said “stretched the range” of their rescue vehicle. Fortunately, the passenger was successfully transported to a hospital that was more than 200 miles away from his original location. The Coast

Hilton Launches New Tempo Lifestyle Hotel Brand

One of the largest hotel brands in the world is expanding. Last week, Virgina-based Hilton Worldwide Holdings announced the launch of a new hotel brand called Tempo. The new chain of hotels will put wellness, sustainability and design front and center, a move that will help it align with younger travelers keen on more mindful and eco-friendly travel. This will be Hilton’s 18th brand

Paris Transport May Return To Normal Monday As Strike Pauses 47 Days In

There is light at the end of the tunnel of the crippling Paris transport strikes, after unions voted for a return to work Monday January 20. The bad news is: the hiatus in the strike that has paralyzed French rail and Paris public transport for over six weeks, may be short-lived. In a press release on Saturday, the UNSA-RATP–the major union representing Metro and RER drivers said

You want to be a responsible tourist. But what does that even mean?

The year is 2013, and the (hypothetical) trip is a mix of virtue and fun: Fly to a Caribbean island, stay in an Airbnb, help build a classroom at a school, visit an orphanage and then finish off by flying to a second island and kicking back at an all-inclusive resort. Highlight: a 45-minute swim with dolphins. See the world! Help locals make rent! Give back! Contribute to the economy! What a

Black Travel Vibes: Take A Dip In The Endless Blues Of Southern France

In France, the city of Paris may be known by travelers as a romantic destination full of love and light, but there’s more to the beauty of the country than cafes, croissants and the Eiffel Tower. All it takes is a short trip to Southern France to uncover a dreamy escape full of sun, luxe, and adventure. Valensole, Saint-Étienne, Marseille, Saint-Tropez, and Monaco are just a few of the colorful

Russia's mysterious 'City of the Dead'

Just outside the remote Russian village of Dargavs lies a medieval necropolis fittingly called the “City of the Dead”. This ancient burial ground holds the remains of more than 10,000 people – many of whom lie eternally with their clothes and belongings – and some locals believe that anyone who dares to enter won’t return alive. While much mystery surrounds this graveyard located just

Hilton Has a New Hotel Brand That Aims to Make Overworked Millennials' Lives Easier

Hilton unveiled today a new hotel brand built for what the company calls “modern achievers,” who are interested in getting the most out of life while not spending too much on their hotel room. Tempo by Hilton is the latest mid-priced brand from the company, which now has 18 in its portfolio, including luxury-minded Waldorf Astoria and LXR Hotels & Resorts, the middle-of-the-road

I'm 27 & This Is How Much I Spent On My Solo Trip To Tokyo, Japan

I found a direct flight on All Nippon Airways leaving from JFK in New York to NRT in Tokyo, which means I’ll only spend 14 hours on the plane each way. On the way back I am flying out of HND in Tokyo back to JFK. The roundtrip ticket cost $850. I opted to get a hostel for this trip since I plan on spending most of my time exploring the city versus chilling inside. I’ll be staying at the Emblem

Benjamin Franklin Born

On this day in 1706, American statesman, inventor, author, printer, satirist, politician, and diplomat Benjamin Franklin was born. Franklin invented the lightning rod, bifocals, the Franklin stove, and a variety of other devices, including the forerunner of the car odometer. He instituted the first public

Damaged equipment at TLH could prevent some flights from landing

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) -- An incident at the Tallahassee International Airport early Monday morning could leave keep some flights from landing for weeks. Aaron Lennihan was charged with grand theft of a motor vehicle after being found driving a FedEx truck on the runway. The incident happened just after 1:00 Monday morning when airport security detected an individual out on

Everything We Know About Cairo's New Grand Egyptian Museum

It's been a while since news first broke on Egypt's much anticipated new antiquities museum: the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), which will be the largest archeological museum in the world. The opening date has been pushed back on multiple occasions, but the museum now says it will open in the final quarter of the year, with 94.5 percent of the work currently completed. (Last fall, they

What Are the Chances the Boeing 737 Max Never Flies Again?

The Boeing 737 Max should have been the company's most important plane. It is the fastest-selling aircraft the plane manufacturer has ever made. But its worldwide grounding has dragged on since March 2019—after software installed on the aircraft pushed two Max planes into unrecoverable nosedives, killing 346 people in two fatal crashes—and has hit yet more setbacks in recent days. For

MSC Cruises Launches Initiative to Preserve and Protect Coral Reefs; Will Use Ocean Cay as a Research Center

MSC Cruises, together with the MSC Foundation, the Miami Super Bowl Host Committee and 54 NFL players and influencers, has launched an initiative to raise awareness about the need to preserve and protect coral reefs. The multi-pronged initiative will see the line use its new Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve as a center for applied research into "super coral," a hardy species of coral that

Touring Tanzania In Total Luxury: The Gran Meliá Arusha

Tanzania is a country over endowed with natural wonders. Think for a moment of the world’s highest freestanding mountain, the mighty Kilimanjaro, and its not inconsiderable nearby sibling, Mount Meru. Ponder a while over the gargantuan Serengeti stretching its precious wildlife-rich grasslands across some 12,000 square miles of national park. Think too of the gorgeous Zanzibar

'It's Iceland meets New Zealand' – exploring Europe's most epic archipelago

I can’t help thinking that the Vikings missed a trick with their tourism marketing. Don’t get me wrong, the intrepid Norse folk who settled on the Faroe Islands mostly did a fine job, imbuing this North Atlantic archipelago with mythology to inspire the most legend-hungry visitor. A vertiginous precipice near Sandavagur? That’ll be Trollkonufingur, the troll-woman’s finger. Brobdingnagian

Actress, husband sue Princess Cruises over alleged bedbug incident

Ouch! An actress who appeared in the film “Marriage Story” and her husband have filed a lawsuit against Princess Cruises, alleging that they suffered such “horrific” exposure to bedbugs during a recent cruise that the woman had to be hospitalized for treatment. "Marriage Story" actor Connie Flores and her husband Alvin Flores have claimed that they were attacked by the pesky critters

The 18th Amendment to the US Constitution Ratified

On this day in 1920, the 18th Amendment to the US Constitution went into effect, initiating Prohibition. The new law forbade the sale, manufacture, transportation and consumption of alcohol throughout the United States. The primary support for Prohibition came from Protestants of each party in both the

Airbus’ Newest Plane Looks Exactly Like a Beluga Whale — and It’s Finally Ready to Hit the Skies

Airbus just released its newest aircraft into the skies, but by the looks of it, it could belong in the sea. Airbus’ Beluga XL, which will be used to ferry airplane parts to the company’s final assembly factories in Toulouse; Hamburg, Germany and Tianjin, China, had its first operational flight on Jan. 9, according to the company. The plane — it’s official name is the A330-700L — is the first of six such

20 best new Asia-Pacific restaurants to try in 2020

It's hardly surprising that the world's largest and most populous continent has an astonishing variety of places to eat. From a celebrated American chef cooking creatively in southern China, to world-class sushi in Hong Kong or new wave Filipino dishes in Manila, you're truly spoiled for choice. So whether you're a local or a visitor, here are 20 new restaurants bound to whet your

A Final Bourdain Travel Book Is Now Available for Pre-Order

The travel guide that Anthony Bourdain had been working on before his death will be made available to the public this year. The book, titled World Travel: An Irreverent Guide, was started by Bourdain and finished by colleague Laurie Woolever, who also co-authored his cookbook Appetites, according to People. World Travel is a collection of Bourdain’s favorite places to visit, including

Where in Australia You Can Visit Right Now — and How to Help Bushfire Recovery Efforts

If you’ve been watching the news or scrolling through social media lately, you’ve almost certainly come across dire pictures of the Australian bushfires. I know first-hand how frightening fire season can be — my own family’s farm about three hours outside Sydney fell victim to a blaze in 2018 — and the past several weeks have been particularly scary. The fires cannot be underestimated

Revisiting my Soviet childhood in Moldova, 30 years on

For as long as I can remember, I have struggled to explain to people where I'm from. Americans know of the Soviet Union but have little idea of the different characters of the republics that made up the former USSR. Calling myself Russian didn't feel authentic. Yet when I referred to Moldavia, where I actually grew up, I would get blank stares. "It's called Moldova now," I would say. "Where is

I Hate Traveling Solo—And I’m Totally Okay With That

A couple of years ago, when I was the executive editor of Condé Nast Traveler, I copped to loathing solo travel in the middle of a meeting with several other travel editors, most of them women. This was post Women’s March, pre #metoo, and the collective reaction could only be described as “stunned.” I get it. After all, this was a time when we were exerting independence in every

What You Need to Know About Traveling to Puerto Rico Right Now

Though Puerto Rico is located in an active earthquake zone, the island has rarely experienced massive earthquakes. Prior to 2019, the last major tremblor on the island was the 1918 quake that killed 116 people and left thousands homeless. In the last quarter of 2019, the island, still recovering from the extensive damage of Hurricanes Irma and Maria in 2017, began experiencing a series of

Inspired by Rimini: a tour of Fellini’s magical home town

Rimini is best-known for its vast swathe of Adriatic beach – and as the birthplace of revered film director Federico Fellini. The visionary behind La Dolce Vita and 8½ is regarded by fans and critics as one of the world’s greatest film-makers. I explored “his” city, including its Old Town, where Fellini grew up, taking in history and architecture that spans Roman to Renaissance, art nouveau

Viking To Launch Innovative Expedition Cruises

Today, Viking announced that it will be expanding its destination-focused experiences to include expedition cruises, keeping pace with one of the most rapidly growing segments of the cruise industry. The first Viking Expedition vessel, Viking Octantis, is scheduled to embark on itineraries to Antarctica and North America’s Great Lakes in January 2022. A second vessel, Viking Polaris

New Countryside Hotel, The Langley, Was The Duke Of Marlborough’s Former Home

A former royal hunting lodge, set in over 150 acres of formal gardens and parklands, much of which was designed by England’s greatest gardener, Lancelot “Capability” Brown, is now The Langley. Less than an hour from central London, this recently opened Luxury Collection hotel in Iver, Buckinghamshire was built in the eighteenth century as a hunting lodge of the third Duke of

Tenth KISS Cruise Will Feature Queensryche, Ratt and Fozzy

The KISS Kruise turns 10 in 2020 and to celebrate the band is inviting along their friends from Queensryche, Ratt and Chris Jericho's Fozzy to join them on their next cruise, which departs October 30, 2020 from Miami. The theme cruise, which sold out in 2019, features performances by all the bands, including KISS, as well as interactive activities with each member of the band and

This nonprofit recycles the half-empty hotel soaps you left behind

Ever wonder what happens to leftover hotel soap, lotions and shampoo? So did serial hotel guest Shawn Seipler, who used to spend almost half the year shuttling from one hotel room to the next, leaving behind a trail of half-used toiletries. One day he asked the hotel he was staying in what they did with the used items, and the answer spurred him to start a nonprofit that, since 2009, has

Collette Announces Launch of African Safari: Kenya and Tanzania Tour

Pawtucket, RI (January 10, 2020) – Collette, guided tour operator, is thrilled to announce the launch of their African Safari: Kenya and Tanzania tour. This fifteen day adventure begins in Mt. Kilimanjaro where guests will embark on lively safaris to seek out the elusive

The British Museum Opens

Sir Hans Sloane was a naturalist who had managed to amass an enormous collection of books, manuscripts, dried plants, and antiquities from his travels. As he neared his death, he did not wish to see his collection broken up or, worse yet, forgotten. Sloane bequeathed

Black Travel Vibes: Enjoy The Slow Life In Senegal

A vibrant and thriving country bordered by Mauritania, Mali, Guinea, and Guinea-Bissau, the West African nation of Senegal is a colorful gem that offers something for every type of traveler. Though Ghana may have gotten the shine last year during their ‘Year of Return’ campaign, Senegal has long seen an increase in Black travelers looking to

The glitzy European city going green

It’s an unlikely spot for an organic fruit and vegetable garden, tucked away between soulless high-rise buildings that dot the most densely populated country in the world. But this 450 sq m sliver of land is where market gardener Jessica Sbaraglia toils away. It’s a lush slice of tranquillity in Monaco’s concrete jungle, lying in the shadow of the

South Korea says it may be open to solo travel for its citizens to North Korea

South Koreans may soon be able to travel on their own to North Korea under new rules being considered by their government. The South Korean Ministry of Unification, which oversees policy towards the country's northern neighbor, has hinted that barriers to independent travel to the north could be removed in the future. The ministry's

This woman conned investors out of $5.4 million and spent it on travel and expensive fashion

In 2018, Keisha Williams, a 43-year-old Virginia woman, pleaded guilty to multiple criminal charges stemming from a multimillion-dollar scam that saw her bilk dozens of investors out of over $5.4 million for a fake business opportunity. Williams built a network of more than 50 investors by promising to double their money through a business

Cruises Canceled as Fiji Prepares for a Tropical Cyclone (Video)

As Fiji prepares for a cyclone that could hit this week, cruise lines have canceled their itineraries around the country. If the storm develops into a tropical cyclone later this week, which is expected Wednesday or Thursday, it will be called Tino, according to Accuweather. The storm could hit Fiji on Thursday and batter the country with heavy rain

Australia fires: NASA warns that smoke from bushfires will travel around the world

Smoke from the devastating Australian bushfires will travel around the globe, according to data compiled by NASA. The space agency has been using its network of satellites to monitor smoke and aerosols from the Australian wildfires. Citing unprecedented conditions caused by intense heat and dryness, NASA notes that the fires have caused

One Reason You Might Want to Pay the Bribe When You're in a Foreign Country

As our car weaves through taxis, tuk tuks, pedestrians and bicycles piled with three or four kids balanced atop the rickety frames, a motorcycle-mounted police officer is in hot pursuit behind us. I can’t believe I’m in this situation and I don’t know how I’m getting out of it. I landed in Cambodia’s capital, Phnom Penh, the day before but sans luggage

10 car-free trips to inspiring eco-friendly places in the UK

There’s art as well as nature among these 280-plus hectares of woods, marshes and wildflower meadows, with the River Wensum winding through them. Dutch garden designer Piet Oudolf created one of four on-site gardens: a waterside oasis that looks good even in winter with intricate seed heads, golden grasses and a Monet-style bridge

Mythbusting for spa newbies: Sage advice for those planning a journey into the world of wellness

When I first started “retreating”, I’d convince myself that the nurturing combination of rare, self-centred days holed up in a gorgeous venue, one-to-ones with experts, massages, exercising in nature, healthy food, zero alcohol and caffeine was all that was needed to make everything tickety-boo again. WRONG! The very best ones simply provide

The Best Pet-Friendly Hotels In Portland, Oregon

There’s no shortage of personalities in Portland, Oregon, where creativity and originality are the cat’s meow. People of all walks come for the culture, indulging in music, art, food and more, and Portland doesn’t disappoint in providing an equally varied spectrum of hotels to suit every style. From tiny houses to glamorous luxury suites, there’s

Backlash against Flybe's government bailout grows

The move comes amid a growing backlash against the government's plan to defer some of Flybe's air passenger duty payments, thought to top £100m. EasyJet and Ryanair said taxpayer funds should not be used to save a rival. Meanwhile, the government's proposal to cut air passenger duty, was attacked by the trade body for the rail industry

Oceania Unveils Six-Month 2022 Voyage Around the World

Oceania Cruises has released details of its 2022 world cruise, a voyage that takes passengers on a global journey lasting six months. Dubbed, the "Around the World in 180 Days" cruise, the sailing takes place aboard Oceania's 684-passenger Insignia, departing from Los Angeles on January 6, 2022, traveling around the world to New York. The

Albert Schweitzer is born

A man for all seasons, Albert Schweitzer was a theologian, musician, philosopher, and physician. He received the 1952 Nobel Peace Prize for his statements and activities on behalf of the philosophy of "reverence for life", after founding the Lambaréné Hospital in Gabon, west central Africa. He launched

The Best Books We Read Last Year: Women Who Travel Podcast

Some of our favorite (and liveliest) episodes over the past two years as Women Who Travel hosts have been our book reviews. (You can find past episodes here, here, and here). This week's episode is no different. Being on vacation and flying to get to vacation—whether you're going to laze on the beach for days or zip around Southeast Asia on the back of a moped—are some of the only

Black Travel Vibes: Look Towards The Future In Dubai

Despite being a relatively new city compared to the rest of the world’s hotspots, Dubai is a destination firmly planted in the future. From record-breaking attractions and a unique culinary scene, the Middle Eastern playground is all about what’s new, hot and next. From the moment you land you can’t help but be in awe of how much Dubai has built in just 48 years and how much is still left to

Why Michelin chefs are handing back their stars

Being awarded a Michelin star was once the ultimate culinary accolade -- a reward for the punishing hours and dedication to detail that helped usher chefs into the upper echelons of their industry and bring big-spending diners into their restaurants. But for some in the culinary world, those stars have begun to seem more of a burden than a blessing. In the past few years

Storm cuts power to 1,000 homes and affects travel

Western Power Distribution (WPD) said homes in Newcastle Emlyn and Cardigan in Ceredigion had been affected. Gusts reached 79mph on Mumbles head in Swansea and the windy weather was due to continue late into the night. A school closed due to a power failure after a tree fell on power lines and also hit a car at Bontnewydd, Gwynedd. Monday's yellow warning was for large

Helicopters Drop Almost 5,000 Pounds of Food for Wallabies Starving in Australia Amid Wildfires

The New South Wales National Parks and Wildlife Service airdropped thousands of pounds of carrots and sweet potatoes to hungry wallabies in the outback, who haven’t eaten because of Australia’s bushfires. According to Australia’s national parks service, the wildfires had burnt the habitats of several important Brush-tailed Rock-wallaby populations. “The wallabies typically survive the fire

Allegiant continues push into major cities, with new Chicago, Boston, Houston flights

Budget carrier Allegiant Air is growing again, announcing 44 new nonstop routes including its first Chicago, Boston and Houston flights. The Las Vegas-based airline, known for its cheap tickets and lengthy lineup of fees, called it the largest expansion in company history. Allegiant added 15 Airbus jets to its fleet last year and plans to add more this year. The seasonal flights, which will

Chicago Airports Now Have 'Amnesty' Boxes Where You Can Throw Out Your Leftover Weed

Bad news for people traveling to cannabis-friendly destinations in the U.S.: Just because it’s legal in your state, doesn’t mean you can fly with it. Now that recreational marijuana use is legal in Illinois, travelers are asking the question: Can a bring it with me if I buy it legally? The simple answer is no. Because the federal law states that it is still illegal, travelers cannot carry their cannabis

Travel on Trial: Taking to the floor for a tango lesson and tour in Buenos Aires

The Argentine tango. Surely the world’s most sexually charged dance – full of passion, full of eroticism, full of fevered anticipation, full of… all that I’m not. So what on earth was I doing in Buenos Aires trying to learn it? Not since Ann Widdecombe and John Sergeant appeared on “Strictly Come Stamping” has anyone been less well-equipped for the ballroom. At least they had the gear

10 great restaurants close to major Paris train stations

Travellers are spoilt for choice around the seething Gare du Nord, from oysters at the belle époque Terminus Nord to bargain Indian vegetarian diners on rue du Faubourg Saint-Denis, down the eastern side of the station. A seven-minute walk from the station, Au Beaujolais looks caught in a time warp with its retro signage. It’s a genuine neighbourhood troquet (watering hole), offering simple

The Snow Hotels Of Scandinavia

Looking for something a little different from a winter vacation this year? Hotels made of snow and ice are not new, but with the rise of experiential travel there’s now more than ever before to choose from. Given the effort that goes into building these spectacular accommodations from scratch every year, the nightly rates run two to three times that of a regular chain hotel. But the chance to

A night at The George: This formerly fusty Edinburgh landmark has had a radical makeover... but where has the tartan gone?

My husband is staring at me across an Edinburgh hotel room with a look that means “even after 30 years together, you still have the ability to astonish me.” But not in a good way. “What do you mean you can’t go out because you’ve got no shoes?” he demands. “You packed four pairs.” “Yes, but these aren’t for walking,” I reply, holding my vertiginous animal-print heels aloft. “We

Can a Cruise Line Get to Tell You What to Wear?

Dress codes on cruises are nothing new. In fact, it’s fairly standard for cruises to require certain levels of formality for evenings, special events, or certain onboard dining areas. But a major cruise line recently updated its policies on what can—or more specifically can’t—be worn when it comes to the messaging on passengers’ clothing and accessories. The new policy from Carnival

Celebrity Cruises Teams Up with Gwyneth Paltrow's goop

Get out your wellness creams and pack your yoga pants: Celebrity Cruises has teamed up with Gwyneth Paltrow's controversial lifestyle brand goop to create the first "goop experience at sea" onboard Celebrity Apex's 11-night voyage from Barcelona on August 26, 2020. Limited to just one day (August 30) while the ship is in port, the goop at Sea event will feature Paltrow and goop

Susan Shultz-Gelino Named Vice President of Trade Relations for American Cruise Lines

GUILFORD, CT—January 10, 2020—American Cruise Lines announced today that it has named Susan Shultz-Gelino as their new Vice President of Trade Relations. Susan has been with American for over 20 years and is a cruise travel veteran known throughout the industry. Formerly, Susan served as Director

Wyatt Earp Dies

An icon of the American West, Wyatt Earp was born on March 19, 1848. His tumultuous life included stints as a saloon keeper, a farmer, a law enforcement officer, a boxing referee, and a gold miner. Along with his brothers, the gunfighter and dentist, "Doc Holliday" and a small cadre of their assorted wives

Why ‘flight shame’ is making people swap planes for trains

The flight shame movement is about feeling accountable for your carbon footprint - but it is also about rediscovering the joy of slow travel, writes Jocelyn Timperley. Last month I stepped into an aeroplane for the first time in five years. I was leaving my home in London and taking a flight across the Atlantic to join my partner in Costa Rica. The last time I flew was in 2014, while living in

The First National Park To Rent Heavy-Duty Wheelchairs To Disabled Visitors To Enjoy The Scenery

The loss of physical mobility, or never having it to begin with, can make it seem like the world is passing you by. There is a saying that “the world is made for right-handers”, and any southpaw would probably be able to identify with that. A similar thing could be said about folks who are able-bodied and those who are not. This world is made for people who can get around. Of course, we

What Every Grandparent Should Know Before Traveling With Their Grandchildren

Multigenerational travel is a growing trend, especially for grandparents and grandkids. While parents may not have the flexibility to get away from work, grandparents often have the time and funds for a vacation — not to mention they want to create memories and bond with their grandchildren. An AARP study indicated that over 50 percent of grandparents have at least one grandchild who

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The Amtrak Cascades route travels 467 miles through the Pacific Northwest from Vancouver, British Columbia, to Eugene, Oregon, and showcases some of the most majestic scenery in North America. Paralleling the Cascades (hence the name) for incomparable views of awe-inspiring lakes and the striking snow-capped Olympic Mountains, Amtrak Cascades is currently offering a deal where

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Have you ever considered the impact that your zodiac sign could have on your appeal towards a particular travel destination? Well, the stars don’t lie, so it’s time you start paying attention. Skeptical? Well hear us out. Your sign interprets the type of destination most suited for your personality. So whether you’re an adventure-seeking Aries or water-craving Cancer, there are places around

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I have never been to Iran and I have long considered it the gaping hole in the unique education that a lifetime of traveling has afforded me. Look at a map and there it lies, once upon a time the heart of the Persian empire, at the very center of a geographic constellation that includes Russia, China, India, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Europe. It’s easy to imagine the vectors of influence

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Every year we see a range of airline conferences where certain forward-thinking companies and individuals attempt to sell tomorrow’s products to airlines. Standing on planes and even using the cargo hold for passengers to have more space (or indeed cram in more passengers) has long been discussed, but how realistic and near term are those possibilities? We take a look at what

Brave new world: the best-designed travel destinations for 2020

Under a tree outside Uganda’s National Theatre sits architect Doreen Adengo, sheltering from the sun that beats down before heavy rain at this time of year. It’s here she begins her tours of African or “tropical” modernist buildings in Kampala’s central business district, aiming to increase awareness and appreciation of their architecture. She started last year, inspired by architect

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Founded in 969AD, modern Cairo may seem young in comparison to the 4,500-year-old pyramids just across the Nile. But the city has seen its own share of history in its lifetime, including occupations by the Ottomans and British and revolutions that changed the course of the country. Cairo and the region’s history – new and ancient – will soon be on display at the Grand Egyptian Museum

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Scoring great cruise deals is possible year-round, but wave season remains a peak time for cruise lines to include free upgrades, onboard credit and other incentives. Wave season, the sales period that has historically taken place between January and March, was born out of the recognition that a large percentage of cruisers book their sailings in the early months of the year. The

Travel in time with HG Wells … inside his favourite library

Behind the leather spines that line the bookshelves of the London Library lie pages that have inspired some of the English language’s most influential stories. Now the library, founded in 1841, is to invite visitors to travel through time alongside the writer who is credited with first making time travel “a thing”: the author HG Wells. Wells, creator of The Time Machine, as well as The War

Petite and Chic: 13 Small Luxury Boutique Hotels Opening in 2020

Set in the heart of Málaga’s charm-packed Old Town, Palacio Solecio is a restored 18th-century palace turned bijou boutique hotel. Expect dramatic up-lighting, well-designed interiors and plenty of original stonework and architectural features with Moorish influence. There’s also an on-site restaurant (pictured above), where Michelin chef José Carlos Garcia puts his own spin on

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Hotel gyms have come a long way. In the past, a hotel may consider the gym an afterthought in its otherwise grand plans. Even supremely luxurious hospitality brands wouldn’t commit to much more than windowless rooms that might have a smattering of weights to complement a couple of treadmills. But in today’s world, when wellness has become top of mind for many travelers

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After months of uncertainty, cancelled cruises and passengers owed thousands of dollars, One Ocean Expeditions (OOE) has finally entered administration. The unfortunate saga has played out over several months but had its beginnings in August 2018 when the Canadian company's chartered Russian research vessel, Akademik Ioffe, ran aground in remote Nunavut. This started a chain of

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Puerto Rico nonprofit tourism organization Discover Puerto Rico is urging tourists traveling to or within the territory to check with travel providers, hotels and local businesses in the wake of a series of earthquakes that have rattled the island. A 6.4-magnitude earthquake rumbled across Puerto Rico on Tuesday, killing at least one person and knocking out power to virtually the entire island

The Best Solo Travel Destinations To Visit In 2020

New year, new travel opportunities! Many people take the month of January to look at the year ahead and set travel goals. One of the most powerful ways to explore a new place is to take a solo trip. From the freedom and flexibility to the stress relief and boost in self-reliance, there are endless benefits to solo travel. And there are many exciting places to make it happen. Of course, it’s

Black Travel Vibes: Say Yes To Simple Pleasures In Vietnam

Known amongst travelers with discerning tastes for its white-sand beaches, resorts, and palm-lined southwest coast, Phu Quoc island in Vietnam is an idyllic escape for those looking to enjoy some of life’s simple pleasures. Visitors to this stunning island gem can explore its tropical jungle, bustling night markets, kayak in the bays or simply spend lazy days on the beach drinking from a

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Lunar New Year might still be two weeks away, but China is already bracing itself for an annual homecoming of epic proportions. Considered the largest human migration on the planet, Chunyun -- the 40-day period when Chinese people head home to celebrate the Lunar New Year Spring Festival with their families -- officially began on January 10 and will end on February 18. Lunar New

12 of the best city museums in Europe

The collection is breathtaking – true colour photographs commissioned by the banker and philanthropist Albert Kahn in the early 20th century and taken all over the world. The idea was to create an archive of the planet, and it is considered one of the world’s most important collections of early colour photographs. The colour makes views from a hundred years ago very fresh, and yet

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Hidden deep in Samoa’s thick jungles, along almost impassible rocky footpaths lie what archaeologists have called the South Pacific’s best-kept secret: star mounds. Around 80 of these ancient, star-shaped platforms have sat abandoned for around 300 years, and even after excavation, their significance continues to baffle experts. Now, though, archaeologists and historians are

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When it comes to vacationing in Brazil, there’s really no way to go wrong, whether you’re spending a long weekend on the sand in Rio de Janeiro, sailing up the Amazon River, or marveling at the wonders of Iguazú Falls. A number of cruise lines have upped their interest in the country, with visits to coastal cities like Rio and Salvador de Bahia. Now, the charter yacht company The Moorings is

Oceania Debuts Artisanal Ice Cream Onboard

Cruisers sailing with Oceania Cruises will soon have a delectable new culinary to try. The line is partnering with California-based, small-batch brand Humphry Slocombe Ice Cream to bring the company's decidedly-adult take on ice cream to Oceania's six-ship fleet in February. "Oceania Cruises is always seeking to present the widest array of unique and intriguing culinary experiences,"

All New 2020 Panama Canal Cruise with Pearl Seas Cruises

GUILFORD, CT – January 07, 2020 – New for 2020, Pearl Seas Cruises announces a spectacular 7-night Panama Canal Cruise aboard the only fully stabilized small ship in the region. Beginning this December, Pearl Seas will once again offer its popular Panama Canal cruises along a newly imagined itinerary

Eight Super Ski Resorts Where Cruising Reigns Supreme

There’s nothing quite like the rush skiers experience as they make their way down the mountain with the wind in their face and the snow flying off their skis on a brisk, sun-drenched day. Skiing is all about finding your own comfort level, and highly skilled skiers and riders enjoy the thrill of testing their mettle on the precipitous black diamond slopes that have moguls as big as Volkswagen

The Most Powerful Passports In The World In 2020

Your passport is your key through the doorway to the rest of the world. At least, that’s how we like to think of it – but in reality for many it’s every bit as much a barrier to global freedom. And that’s because different passports carry different powers to give you access to where you want to go. With 2020 now upon us, The Henley Passport Index has updated its Global Mobility Report that

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It may seem like an uncomfortable time for Americans to travel overseas. The standoff between the United States and Iran, the political unrest from Hong Kong to South America, and the raging wildfires in Australia, are just a few of the flashpoints. The stress level dialed up even more this week, as Iran attacked U.S. military bases in Iraq, and a Ukraine International Boeing 737 crashed

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Airlines and travel agencies have been paying fewer fines for violating consumer protection rules in the last few years as flier complaints have declined. But critics fear the reduction in civil penalties signals an unwillingness by the Trump administration to crack down on rule-breakers in the industry. In the first three years of the Trump administration, the U.S. Department of

J.K. Place Has Opened Its First Property Outside Italy

A teal velvet armchair draped with an orange cashmere blanket. Assouline art books on a Chinoiserie tea table. A Classical nude standing on a geometric colorblock carpet. Some might call it overwhelming — but at J.K. Place Paris, a just-opened hotel that infuses Left Bank eccentricity with Italian bella figura, it's entirely intentional. In the lobby, a black marble clawfoot fireplace is

Airlines Allowing Passengers to Change Flights Ahead of Winter Storm

As a winter storm threatens the Chicago area, numerous airlines are encouraging their passengers to change their flight plans ahead of the inclement weather. The storm could dump heavy snow on parts of the Chicago area, while other areas will see heavy downpours and rainfall totals of four or more inches as the system moves through the area. Rapidly dropping temperatures could

The London Underground

On January 10, 1863, the London Underground became the first underground rail system in the world. In 1890, the world's first electric trains began operation at the Underground. The original track ran between London's Paddington station and Farringdon station. Today, the Underground, or "Tube", has

Central Holidays Unveils Last Minute Travel Deals in Europe and South America

Moonachie, NJ – (January 7, 2020) – Central Holidays is pleased to introduce amazing savings on last minute travel deals in Europe and South America that are fully commissionable to travel agents. “Our company is composed of travel pros that know the destinations we serve intricately and who are able

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The Cunard Line, then known as the Cunard White Star Line, launched the RMS Queen Elizabeth in 1938. Named for Queen Elizabeth (not the current Queen but her mother), the RMS Queen Elizabeth was the largest passenger liner ever built, a record she held for 56 years. During World War II she was

Border Screenings Spark Travel Fears For Iranian Americans Amid Rising Tensions

Iranian Americans say they are scared to travel, and some are dropping international trips after U.S. citizens of Iranian descent were held by U.S. immigration agents at the Canadian border over the weekend. Immigrant advocates say some Iranian Americans are concerned about being unfairly targeted by Customs and Border Protection amid escalating tensions between Iran and the

Is It Safe to Travel to the Middle East Right Now?

The recent assassination of Iran’s top general Qassem Soleimani and Iran’s subsequent retaliatory missile attack targeting two U.S. bases in Iraq has ratcheted up tensions in the Middle East. Travelers may be wondering whether to postpone, cancel, or move ahead with travel plans. There are indeed increased risks in some countries, but there are also still safe places within the region to

Black Travel Vibes: Soak Up The Sun And Culture Of Haiti

Contrary to popular belief, there’s more to the island of Haiti than its well-documented struggles. Tranquil beaches, roaring waterfalls, and breathtaking landscapes are just some of the beauty features that many overlook when it comes to the Caribbean gem. Add to that a rich history and culture that dates all the way back to January 1, 1804 when Jean-Jacques Dessalines

Dangerous snow squalls are threatening travel in the northeast US

Potentially "dangerous" snow squalls are a major weather threat across the Northeast on Wednesday, forecasters warn. Snow squall warnings were issued to residents throughout parts of the Northeast on Wednesday morning, including in Rochester, New York, as well as around central Pennsylvania and the Philadelphia area, AccuWeather said. For the snow squall warning in

How the village that inspired 'Frozen' is dealing with overtourism

When a restaurant, hotel, street, town or city becomes "Insta-famous," it seems it's only a matter of time before overtourism follows behind. The Alpine village of Hallstatt, nestled in Austria's Salzkammergut mountains in the district of Gmunden, knows this only too well: a cascade of chocolate-box buildings surrounded by snow-capped mountains and lapped by crystalline water, it's

Carnival Cruise Line bans 'offensive clothing'

Think your profanity-laced T-shirt would be fun to wear on your next cruise? Carnival Cruise Line says no. Guests should "ensure their clothing and accessories are respectful to fellow guests," reads Carnival's website FAQ. That means nothing worn during the cruise should "contain any message that may be considered offensive or contain nudity, profanity, sexual innuendo/suggestions. In

The woman saving Georgia's lost cheeses

According to researcher Ana Mikadze-Chikvaidze, Georgia may be the homeland of cheese – an accolade to complement the country’s more well-known claim as the cradle of wine. She says that the local Mtskheta museum, located about 26km north of Tbilisi, has archaeological evidence hinting that Georgians thousands of years ago may have been the first-known humans to make

Ukrainian Plane Crashes in Iran, Killing All 176 Passengers on Board

A Ukraine International Airlines plane crashed in Iran shortly after taking off Wednesday, killing all 176 passengers and crew on board, the majority of whom were Iranians and Canadians, according to reports. The plane, which was headed to Kiev, took off from Tehran’s Imam Khomeini airport at 6:12 a.m. local time and crashed just minutes later, the BBC reported. The plane, a Boeing

Most beautiful castles in Denmark

Many modern visitors to Denmark are drawn by its groundbreaking Nordic cuisine, beautiful design, clean cities, windswept coastline or its cycle network -- all of which help make it one of the happiest countries on Earth. But there's another, older, set of travel attractions that make it worth visiting: castles. A kingdom to this very day, this small Scandinavian country has an impressive

Cruise Lines Continue to Visit San Juan in Wake of Puerto Rico Earthquake

Cruises are continuing to call on San Juan, Puerto Rico in the wake of two earthquakes that struck the island. The latest quake, a 6.4-magnitude earthquake, caused widespread power loss on the island, with the local power plant designed to shut off at the first sign of vibrations in the earth. Much of the damage is centered on the southern edge of the island and primarily affects the

New Luxury London Hotels To Check Into In 2020

From the ultra luxury to budget berths, high Victoriana and sleep-enhancing innovation, 2020 will bring some game-changing hotels to London. In February, the 700-bed Zedwell opens at Piccadilly Circus. By installing state-of-the-art soundproofing, filtered air and calming, fuss-free decor, this is a hotel that wants its guests to sleep as soundly as they might in the middle of the countryside

British Airways owner's boss Willie Walsh to step down

Willie Walsh, chief executive of International Airlines Group (IAG), the owner of British Airways, has announced he is to step down. He is set to retire as chief executive and from the board of IAG on 30 June. Mr Walsh said it had been a privilege to have worked on the creation of IAG after British Airways (BA) and Iberia were merged. Antonio Vázquez, IAG's chairman, described Mr Walsh as

South African Airways Named As One Of The Top On-Time Performing Airlines

JOHANNESBURG, 7 January 2020 - South African Airways (SAA) has been named as one of the top performing airlines globally for on-time performance (OTP) by travel data and analytics company, Cirium. SAA was ranked fourth in the category for Middle East and Africa mainline carriers, ahead of some of its major competitors

The Battle of New Orleans

The War of 1812 was over. On December 12, 1814, the United States and Britain signed the Treaty of Ghent, ending the war. Unfortunately, American forces under the command of General Andrew Jackson and British forces encamped near New Orleans were unaware of that fact. The two armies had been facing each other just

The 43 Cheapest Places To Travel In 2020

Want to take a cheap vacation in 2020? Help is here. Although travel costs are on the rise this year—with experts predicting that airfares will increase by 1.5% and hotels rates will go up by 2 to 4%—it’s still possible to take an affordable trip in 2020, if you know where to go. Every year, I tap into top travel experts and influencers to get their picks for the cheapest places to go in the year ahead. These women are savvy

How to Travel With Your Pets, Stress-Free

Was your New Year’s resolution to travel more in 2020? (And if it wasn’t, why not?) To help with your trip planning this week, Mark and Nikki discuss the destinations that should be on your must-visit list this year. Locations include the much delayed, billion-dollar museum in Cairo—earmarked as the new home for Egypt’s greatest treasures—that will finally open, making the capital more a destination than a pit stop (For

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This is not the aspirational fluff of Instagram wall neon; it’s fact. Recent surveys have shown that a majority of travelers consider food first when planning a trip, even ahead of where they sleep. Add to this that people are also traveling more than ever before — earthlings logged a record-breaking 1.4 billion international trips last year — and it’s safe to say that the hunger for new culinary experiences is more ravenous

World's most powerful passports revealed

What's the travel document that opens more doors around the world than any other? It's a Japanese passport. The Henley Passport Index, which periodically measures the world's most travel-friendly passports, has released its first report of the new decade. Japan is now top of the leaderboard, offering visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to an incredible 191 destinations around the world. Asia dominates the top of the list

5 Places to Travel This Winter

Some say summer is the best time to travel, but winter has always been the stand-out season to me. (This is, partially, because of my borderline-psychopathic climate preference: an icy, blue sky day that hovers at 22 degrees.) In summer, everyone wants to go to the beach, or Europe, or a beach in Europe. But winter offers many appealing, and polar-opposite fates: Maybe you’ll bundle up in a puffer to shred the

Driverless bullet train speeds across China

China has just hurtled past another milestone in its vast high-speed railway expansion plans. As the countdown to the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics continues, the new 108-mile high-speed railway line connecting the capital with Olympic host city Zhangjiakou has just entered service, cutting the travel time between the two from three hours to 47 minutes. But this isn't just another bullet train. This beauty, part of

How to Help People and Animals Affected by the Australia Wildfires (Video)

Many of us have a soft spot for Australia — and it’s more than just the cuddly koalas. Travel + Leisure named Australia our 2020 destination of the year for its stunning outback vistas, exciting culinary and wine scenes, and the sense of adventure and fun every Aussie seems to have. However, as Australia battles deadly bushfires that have lasted months, travelers may be wondering what they can do to help or if they

Mood-Sensing Cruise Cabins, Ultra-Personalization and Game-Changing Tech

MSC Cruises has unveiled a detailed "future gazing" report that predicts how cruisers might cruise into 2030. The report by The Future Laboratory covers everything from mood-sensing cabins to "ultra-personalization," as well as immersive public spaces and an onboard world of virtual reality, artificial intelligence and XVR (mixed virtual reality). Many of these technologies are already being trialed on MSC's newer

Carnival Cruise Line's Statement Regarding the Earthquakes in Puerto Rico

Carnival Cruise Line has issued a statement regarding their cruises to Puerto Rico and recent earthquakes that have hit the island. Carnival Cruise Line’s Brand Ambassador John Heald posted the following statement earlier today on his Facebook page: “We are closely monitoring the situation in Puerto Rico following the earthquakes that were reported and are in touch with local authorities and the U.S. Coast Guard

Shining lights: an eco-break in Northumberland's dark-sky country

It was hard to see Battlesteads hotel’s green credentials in the dark, so first impressions meant I had to trust it was the beacon of sustainability it promised to be. It was a dreary, drizzly Friday evening and I’d taken the bus from Hexham to the hotel in the Northumberland riverside village of Wark – the bus stops right outside. In checking bus times in Hexham for the 35-minute ride, I’d already said the village’s

A Look Inside The Most Exclusive And Expensive Hotel In The Alps

As far as Alpine ski resorts go, Courchevel in the French Alps is arguably the most fashionable address, with the glitzy town of Courchevel 1850 as the jewel in the crown (1850 is a denotation of the altitude). Attracting the most elite names in hospitality like Aman, Six Senses and LVMH’s Cheval Blanc, there are plenty of hotels, residences and chalets on offer for the beau monde, but for those UHNW individuals who

Abode Ahangama

This four-bedroom bolthole just minutes away from Ahangama’s surfing beaches is a very affordable on-trend village home-styled hotel in a still-quiet destination. Close to popular surf breaks and yoga shalas, it’s well placed for south coast exploration. Set amidst a lush tropical garden, barely a few minutes from the southern coastal road, Abode Ahangama is a private, hidden-away spot for a blissfully quiet escape. Its

Katarina Line Offers New Year’s Holiday Special Of 20% Off Most Popular Small Ship Bike Cruises in Croatia

Award-winning small ship cruise company and DMC Katarina Line is offering a last-minute New Year’s holiday special of 20% off on select 7-day guided bike cruises in May 2020 that include departures out of Split and Opatija, valid when booked by January 31, 2020. The tours explore Croatia’s spectacular

The Travel Institute Celebrates 2019 Milestones, Poises for 2020 Success with Continued Momentum

FRAMINGHAM, MA, January 6, 2020 – Celebrating a banner 2019, The Travel Institute announces 2020 priorities and its New Year New Career campaign with continued emphasis on educating new agents entering the industry. “Increased recognition that trained travel professionals are critical to our

The Leaning Tower of Pisa is Closed

In the Pisa cathedral, construction began on the free-standing bell tower on August 9, 1173 and took 117 years to complete. Built on a small foundation in soft soil the massive tower soon began to tilt, and over the centuries came to be known as the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Over time many plans were

7 Ways To ‘Travel Green’ In 2020

As news of wildfires ignite our hearts and webpages, the idea of living sustainably is more important than ever. Sadly, the travel industry is one of the worst culprits of environmental crimes. From the plethora of single-use plastics to the outsized carbon footprint of airplanes, the sector is not well-positioned to be sustainable or green. But it doesn’t have to be that way. With activists

How to travel by train - and ditch the plane

Many have chosen to reduce their carbon footprint by flying less, or cutting out planes completely. Flygskam - the Swedish word for "flight-shame" - has become commonplace. In August, Swedish climate change campaigner Greta Thunberg set an example by crossing the Atlantic in a zero-emissions yacht. If she had made the return journey from the UK to New York by air, she would have

The Right Way to Travel, According to Environmental Experts

We all need to do our part to help protect the planet, but for those suffering from wanderlust, the practicality of that goal can seem a bit daunting. After all, aircraft account for 12 percent of all U.S. transportation greenhouse gas emissions. It’s no wonder Time‘s Person of the Year, teenage Swedish climate crisis activist Greta Thunberg, sailed across the Atlantic to a United Nations climate

US issues travel alert for Jerusalem, Israel, West Bank and Gaza

The Trump administration issued an advisory on Monday urging Americans to avoid traveling in areas of Israel and Palestinian-held territories including Jerusalem, the West Bank and the Gaza Strip. An advisory from the U.S. Embassy in Israel did not provide a specific reason for the travel advisory, linking it only to heightened tensions in the Middle East. "Out of an abundance of caution

JetBlue Just Announced Major Plans to Combat Climate Change (Video)

JetBlue is ready to be the greenest airline in the sky. On Monday, the airline announced it will offset carbon dioxide emissions (CO2) from jet fuel for all its domestic flights beginning in July 2020. It also announced plans to start flying with sustainable aviation fuel sometime this year on its flights from San Francisco International Airport. “Air travel connects people and cultures and supports a

World's largest ice and snow festival kicks off in China

If you think enduring teeth-chattering cold is part of the fun when you travel, then the Harbin International Ice and Snow Sculpture Festival is the carnival for you. Set in Heilongjiang Province in northern China, it's the world's biggest snow and ice festival and features plenty of spectacular installations and activities. The annual festival officially runs from January 5 to February 25, but some

Paris on Strike: What You Need to Know About Traveling to France During the Yellow Vest Demonstrations

If you’ve seen Les Misérables or Marie Antoinette, you know Paris has a long history of revolt and revolution. And if you’ve visited the city in the past year, you’ve probably gotten up close and personal with it. The yellow vest or gilets jaunes protests have been ongoing since the middle of November 2018, and beginning this past December, general strikes following the promise of retirement

I didn't want to fly – so I took a cargo ship from Germany to Canada

‘Are you a crew member?” the security guard asked, fixing me with a stare in the van’s rear-view mirror. “Passenger,” I replied. The guard gave me a quizzical look then muttered something to himself in German, shaking his head. It was 7am and the port of Hamburg was a hive of activity, our port security van speeding past whirring cranes and towering stacks of shipping containers. As

Notre Dame Cathedral Still in a 'State of Peril' Nine Months After Fire

There is still up to a 50 percent chance that Paris’ Notre Dame cathedral may not be salvaged almost a year after a devastating fire engulfed the beloved site. “Notre Dame is not saved because ... there is an extremely important step ahead, which is to remove the scaffolding that had been built around the spire” before the fire, Gen. Jean-Louis Georgelin told French broadcaster CNews. "The

Motel One Amsterdam-Waterlooplein

Pristine, no-nonsense rooms, a lobby-lounge that invites you to linger, and a central (if not hugely attractive) location, combined with an eminently affordable price tag make this a top recommendation for a short city stay. The largely organic breakfast is excellent value too. Pristine, no-nonsense rooms, a lobby-lounge that invites you to linger, and a central (if not hugely attractive)

20 Food Festivals Worth Traveling For in 2020

One of the greatest joys of travel is discovering different cultures through cuisine. And with an upswing of food festivals popping up around the world — often bringing together top chefs, renowned mixologists, beverage experts, and celebrities for extravagant multiday celebrations — there's never been a better time to take a trip solely for the food. The best fests offer globe-trotting

The Best Pet-Friendly Hotels In Houston

With an expansive culinary scene (some studies claim that Houstonians eat out more than residents of any other city) and a permanent place in the hearts of space lovers everywhere, Houston has plenty to offer travelers. The country’s fourth largest city, more than 22 million visitors head to Space City annually, and the number continues to climb each year. Though most of the city’s

Aurora Expeditions to Build Sylvia Earle Expedition Cruise Ship

Australia’s Aurora Expeditions will name its second purpose-built expedition ship after marine biologist and oceanographer Dr Sylvia Earle. Dr Earle was the first woman to become chief scientist of the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and named by Time Magazine as its first Hero for the Planet in 1998 -- a tribute to her conservation efforts for marine protected areas

One cruise, 8 months, 111 ports of call. Yes, there is actually such a thing

Eight months on a cruise ship — could you do it? For some, it’s an unimaginably long time at sea, while for others continuous cruising has become a way of life. For well-off and time-rich travelers, there’s a hunger not only for expeditions to novel, remote and less-accessible destinations, but also a growing interest in super-long world cruises that can last the better part of a year. Take

Collette Announces Sale to Italy on Air-Inclusive tours!

Pawtucket, RI (January 3, 2020) – Collette, global tour operator, announces a much anticipated sale where guests can save big on air-inclusive tours to Italy! For limited time only, guests will save on a huge range of tours and departures. From 34 eligible air gateways, tour choices include

KHM Travel Group Announces Partnership with Ticket to Travel

Brunswick, Ohio (January 6, 2019) – KHM Travel Group and Ticket to Travel have established a partnership to take both host travel agencies to the next level with new benefits for their independent travel agents. With this new partnership, Ticket to Travel’s 100+ travel agents have

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On this day in 1919, the 26th President of the United States passed away. Theodore "Teddy" Roosevelt was a larger-than-life figure whose accomplishments spanned exploration, conservation, science, sports, the military, and politics. During the Spanish-American war in 1898

With the Australia fires, is it safe to travel there now?

As bushfires continue to rage across Australia, with scenes of glowing red skies and scorched landscapes filling social media feeds around the world, travelers planning to visit the country in the coming weeks are likely wondering whether they should cancel or postpone their plans. The short answer? It depends. In recent days, many embassies and government bodies have

A World Of Knowledge: Reasons Why Smart Travelers Need Smart Travel Agents

A few years back, I owned a travel agency in the small town in which I live. As small towns are, just about everyone knew me and knew that I had a travel agency. An acquaintance called one day and said that she had booked travel through an online discount booking agency. When she had to cancel the trip at the last minute, the online agency wouldn’t refund her

5 Secret Hotel Brands To Help You Travel Better

For years, many upscale American travelers were happy to stick to a handful of well-known and predictable luxury chains or brands as they made their way around the world, names like Four Seasons, Peninsula or Ritz-Carlton. More “adventurous” travels might have opted for a vetted boutique association such as Relais & Chateaux, but for the most part, luxury travelers

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The mechanics of the “craze” are mysterious. How does a dance transform from odd spasms at a club to a national sensation? Or a simple chicken sandwich become a culinary icon? Tracing unlikely evolutions like these can be a foggy proposition—as opaque as the geothermal steam rising above the volcanos in Azores. Speaking of which, consider travel

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I was sitting on the terrace of La Brioche, a popular bakery-cafe in Kigali’s Gacuriro neighbourhood. It was twilight – the streetlights were coming on, and the first hint of cool wafted through the air after a sweltering autumn day. As I sat with my cappuccino and demi-baguette reading a collection of short stories by celebrated Rwandan writer Beata Umubyeyi Mairesse

Why this remote gem should top your 2020 travel list

Deep in the valleys forged by the waters of Asia’s Red River, a series of colorful mountain villages are encircled by fields of towering rice terraces. The fields are agricultural feats of precision — rugged mountains blanketed with emerald stairways that, seemingly, ascend to the heavens above. But this is not Disneyland. This isn’t a destination designed to attract visitors

20 new Asia Pacific luxury hotels for 2020

Whether you're on the sun-kissed beaches of the Maldives or in the mountains of Bhutan, enjoying the energetic buzz of Bangkok or relaxing in a quiet retreat in rural Japan, there's somewhere new for everyone looking to lay their head in style during their Asia Pacific travels this year. Here are 20 of the most exciting new luxury arrivals in the region. Some are already

There's a 'Full Wolf Moon Eclipse' Coming This Friday

We’ve all seen or heard of a “blood moon." This is the colloquial term for a total lunar eclipse, when our moon drifts into Earth’s shadow, turning its surface a deep red or orange color. However, Earth’s shadow in space is huge, and occasionally, the full moon wanders into its outer shadow. That’s what happens this month, when parts of the globe will see the first full

Bougainville in Papua New Guinea May Become the World's Newest Country After Overwhelming Vote

There’s a real chance the world will have to update their maps very soon. Citizens of Bougainville, an autonomous region of Papua New Guinea, overwhelmingly voted for independence on Dec. 11, which means it may become the world’s newest country, CNN reported. A whopping 98 percent of people in the region voted in favor of the historic referendum, according to

20 new UK attractions to visit in 2020

The 450-hectare Rye Harbour nature reserve, with its coastal habitats of grassland, saltmarsh, and sand and shingle shoreline, celebrates its 50th anniversary this year with a new visitor centre opening in association with Sussex Wildlife Trust. It aims to help visitors better experience the area’s flora and fauna of more than 4,200 plants and animals, including 200 rare

Australia Bushfires Cause Cruise Port Cancellations and Altered Itineraries

Heartbreaking images of the catastrophic bushfires that are devastating vast swathes of Australia have shocked the world, prompting many travellers to ask if it remains safe as a cruising destination. More than 130 fires are still burning across NSW, while uncontrolled blazes continue to ravage large areas of Victoria and South Australia -- three states where cruise ships

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Carnival Cruise Line is planning a few big projects to enhance three cruise ports, two in the Bahamas and one in Mexico. Carnival Corporation and Carnival Cruise Line have developed many cruise ports in recent years including Amber Cove in the Dominican Republic, Mahogany Bay in Roatan, and Grand Turk Cruise Center in Turks and Caicos Islands. The cruise giant is

United Airlines wants to expand operations at DIA by taking on 24 more gates

The first of Denver International Airport’s big three airlines is making its move in the chase for new gates being added to the airport as part of its $1.5 billion expansion project. United Airlines, the biggest carrier at DIA, is asking the Denver City Council to approve an amendment to its lease that would grant it rights to use 24 more gates at the airport. Of those, 12

In 2020, Have Boeing’s Problems Just Begun?

The date on the calendar may have changed, but in 2020 Boeing is facing the same problem: when, and if, the 737 MAX aircraft grounded worldwide will be deemed safe enough to fly. The last crash of a Boeing 737 MAX, in March of 2019, was the deadliest aircraft accident of that year. The 156 killed in the Ethiopian Airlines 737 MAX crash accounted for more than

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In the early part of the 20th century, polio either killed or paralyzed thousands of Americans. President Franklin D. Roosevelt, himself a victim, founded the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis on January 3, 1938. Better known as the March of Dimes, the Foundation raised money

How I Travel: Henry Golding Watches Paul Newman Movies on the Plane

Henry Golding is the guy whose travel tips you want. After a childhood split between Malaysia and England, he got his first big break hosting a travel TV show. Then, of course, he starred in a little movie called Crazy Rich Asians. Now, he bounces between Singapore and Los Angeles, and is about to film in Japan. His peripatetic life has been so intriguing that Hennessy

10 Resolutions for an Epic New Year of Travel

It’s that time of year again when people swear off alcohol, get gym memberships, declare their intention to lose weight, go veggie or vow to stop tossing away their hard-earned money like rubbish. At least until the end of January. But let’s make 2020 a little different. Let’s find some resolutions that are ridiculously easy to stick to, because, unlike eating brussels

10 of the best Caribbean islands to visit

With hundreds of Caribbean islands to choose from, it can be daunting to decide on a destination in this sun-splashed region. The good news: It's hard to go wrong in a turquoise paradise. But each spot offers something a little different. Here are 10 of the best choices for a variety of travel appetites:

The world's most punctual airline revealed

Aviation punctuality reports are a bit like buses; you wait all year for one then two appear at once. On Thursday, travel data analyst Cirium released its annual On-Time Performance Review, naming Russian flag carrier Aeroflot the world's most on-time global mainline airline and Moscow's Sheremetyevo International Airport the world's most punctual airport. Then on

Man Who Threw Coins Into Plane Engine for Good Luck Fined $17,200

A passenger who threw coins into the engine of his plane before a flight was ordered to pay a $17,200 fine to make up for the damage. The passenger, 28-year-old Lu Chao, was flying for the first time in February 2019 onboard Lucky Air from Anqing Tianzhushan Airport in eastern China. As he was boarding the flight, he threw a few coins into the engine of the

Meisters Hotel Irma

This South Tyrolean hotel, run by the Meisters family for nearly a century, offers exceptional hospitality, a fabulous spa with indoor and outdoor pools, luxuriant gardens set against a mountain backdrop, and rooms that range from cosy singles to a safari tent and a romantic treehouse suite. This South Tyrolean hotel, run by the Meisters family for nearly a century, offers

Teen Climber Survives 500-foot Fall Down Oregon Mountain (Video)

A teen mountain climber miraculously survived a 500-foot fall from a snowy Oregon mountain this week. The adventurous 16-year-old was out with friends when he fell from the Pearly Gates area of the state’s Mount Hood, which is just below the final section to get to the summit, according to CNN and the Clackamas County Sheriff's Office. He was visiting from

Why your next vacation should be in Colombia

El Dorado International Airport in Bogota is the main airport and offers the most frequent service from the United States. International passengers can also fly into Medellin, Cartagena, Pereira and Cali but will likely have to connect in Bogota. For domestic travel, you can fly, drive or catch a bus, but there are no trains. Road conditions are adequate in the major cities

10 of the best vegan-friendly restaurants in London

This bijou Middle Eastern restaurant has only been up and running a few months, but the bright, airy and plant-filled space has already established itself as an unpretentious east London favourite for vegans. It’s the sort of food that’s so brimming with exciting flavours and textures that you’d be hard pushed to miss meat. Chef Helen Graham’s credentials include stints

The New Tour In Botswana For Conscious Travelers

Although many headlines in 2019 decried travel for the impacts of over-tourism and its contributions to climate change, one of the main benefits of travel has gone less heralded: its economic benefits to local people, particularly in relation to protected areas. For example, Namibia, the first African country to write conservation into its constitution in 1990

Best Places To Stay In Palawan

Palawan—an archipelago in the Philippines with some 1,780 islands—is magic. Its seascape is unrivaled and can be compared to the most lustrous of gemstones. While other tropical destinations only talk about turquoise and clear blue waters, the aquatic and tropical landscape in Palawan is a kaleidoscope of the most vibrant colors. Visiting its many small

Celebrity Cruises Raises Daily Cruise Gratuity

Starting January 6, 2020 passengers sailing on Celebrity cruise ships will be required to pay $1 more per person, per day, for gratuities. The new per person daily amount (added automatically to passengers' bills if not prepaid) will be $15.50 (up from $14.50) per person, per day, for standard accommodations; $16 (up from $15) for Concierge Class and AquaClass

Cruise ship tour: New Carnival Panorama cruises to Mexico with water park, top-notch dining, more

The first brand new Carnival cruise ship to debut on the West Coast in 20 years, the Carnival Panorama was christened in Long Beach on Dec. 11 by Godmother Vanna White. The Panorama is the third ship in Carnival’s 135,000-gross ton, 4,008-guest Vista Class, joining the nearly identical Carnival Vista of 2016 and the Carnival Horizon of 2018. Like its sister ships

Nixon Enacts National Speed Limit

On January 2, 1974, President Richard M. Nixon signed the Emergency Highway Energy Conservation Act, stipulating a national maximum speed limit. Before 1974, states decided on their own speed limits within their borders, and highway limits throughout the U.S. could run

14 Cities Experts Recommend For Your First Solo Trip

If you’ve never taken a trip alone before, your first solo travel destination can make or break how you feel about traveling as a party of one. Do you want to travel to another part of your same country? Or do you want to jet across the world? Is budget an issue? Or not? Although it may be intimidating to travel alone, it gets easier with each trip you take. Choosing

New Cruise Ships to Set Sail for Antarctica

As the number of travelers cruising Antarctica swells, polar expedition companies are launching sustainable vessels designed for these bucket-list trips. According to the International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators, approximately 56,000 tourists visited Antarctica in the 2018-2019 season, a 53 percent increase from the 2014-2015 season. “Climate

8 Things Travel Taught Me In 2019

Travel has the power to change things. It can change the way you see the world, the way you interact with others, the way you handle stress. The list goes on and on. Travel is always evolving too. As travel trends come and go, the ways in which travel can change you are evolving just as much. Here’s what the travel trends of 2019 taught me over the last 12 months

Defend yourself against 21st-century travel scams: Tips from Rick Steves

Europe is a surprisingly creative place when it comes to travel scams. Many of the most successful gambits require a naively trusting tourist, but seasoned travelers can be taken in, too. We should all be wary of the numerous subtle scams – a cabbie pads your fare, a hotel business-center computer records your password, or a waiter offers a special with a "special"

This Is the Cheapest Time to Cruise to Alaska

The last time I was in Alaska — many years ago — I stood on the deck of a cruise ship and watched giant pieces of ice, some seemingly as large as a car, fall off the Hubbard Glacier and into the sea. I stood there for what felt like forever, unable to take my eyes off the crumbling ice and the splash of the water below. I was visiting in August, and while much

The world's safest airlines for 2020

Airline safety is one of those things you hope you'll never have to worry about when you travel. But even the most nervous of fliers should take heart when flying Australia's flag carrier, Qantas -- as it has just been rated the safest airline in the world for what is effectively the seventh year in a row. The safety table was created by AirlineRatings.com, an airline safety

The best places to travel in 2020, according to Travel + Leisure

For anyone with a resolution to travel more in 2020, Travel + Leisure is providing a cheat sheet to the best places to go! Every year, the magazine compiles a list of the 50 best places to visit, taking into account factors like tourism statistics, major events, flight routes, restaurant openings, and hotel debuts, along with other things like available attractions and

Sadiq Khan pledges free London travel for disabled people's carers

Sadiq Khan has kickstarted his bid for a second term as London mayor by pledging free travel on the city’s transport for anyone accompanying a disabled person. The promise came on the same day as rail passengers nationally were hit with annual fare increases, this year averaging 2.7%. The pass would provide free travel for anyone accompanying a disabled

9 Castles You Can Visit on a Day Trip From London

Often times when people think of castles, they think of far-flung palaces surrounded by endless acres of land in remote corners of the world. And while many castles actually are set on massive plots, plenty of others are near bustling cities like London. Here, nine castles you can easily visit on a day trip from London. With more than 200 rooms on over 1,000 acres

Camissa House

With Table Mountain in your back garden and the city at your feet, this eight-room “house hotel” combines an enviable location with sumptuous décor, on-point service and a relaxing atmosphere; the kind that invites padding about barefoot, and helping yourself to the fridge. With Table Mountain in your back garden and the city at your feet, this eight-room

This train has a glass dome for you to take in all of nature's beauty

Train travel is tipped as the top way to explore the world in 2020 but there's one rail experience in particular that should be on every enthusiast's radar: the Rocky Mountaineer train. If railway journeys have always only been about getting from A to B for you, Canada's most scenic train ride will change everything you've ever known about the eco-friendly mode of

Myanmar’s Most Talked-About Island Resort, Wa Ale, Is Expanding This Year

When the owners of Wa Ale, Chris and Farina Kingsley, embarked on this island resort’s creation they first put in place a number of conservation and community initiatives. These were all brought together under one umbrella with the creation of the Lampi Foundation to ensure the eco resort could have a positive impact on the protected surroundings. Wa Ale lies

5 destinations to visit in 2020 that aren't overrun by tourists

The new year -- or the new decade -- is the perfect time to start planning your next trip. But if you're tired of spending your travels swarmed by tourists, we have you covered. Frommers, one of the biggest names in travel guide books, has dropped a new list of the top 20 places you can visit in 2020. Frommers Travel Editorial Director Pauline Frommer joined

The Richest Year Of The Gold Rush

At the end of the year 1852, the California Gold Rush had produced over $81 million in wealth from prospecting claims. The Rush began on January 24, 1848, when James W. Marshall discovered gold on his land. News spread quickly, and soon prospectors from Oregon, Hawaii

The Four Biggest Travel Trends For 2020

2020. A new decade. From increased connectivity internationally to the advent of responsible tourism, the world of travel has changed dramatically in the past ten years. People are talking about green travel and with the rise of carbon offsets for flying or hotels eschewing miniature bottles, it seems like the corporations have caught on. We’re seeing social media

A Look at All of Sir Richard Branson’s Businesses That'll Have You Itching to Travel

He vacations with celebrities, has been knighted for services to entrepreneurship, run the London Marathon dressed as a butterfly, been a guest on “Shark Tank,” and appeared in the Guinness Book of Records several times (including for the most people to ride a kitesurfing board). He’s also started 12 companies that reached a billion dollars — it’s no wonder he

Women over 55 traveling solo for vacation is on the rise

Solo travel is on the rise for women over 55. Sixty-eight percent of travelers who booked a trip alone in 2017 were women, and that number increased to 73 percent, according to the most recent data from New York City-based luxury vacation booking platform Black Tomato. Some of the most popular destinations for solo travel in 2019 were Tuscany and the Amalfi

The New Cruise Ship Reinventing Expedition Travel

The specter of seasickness keeps many would-be travelers from exploring an Antarctica cruise, as well as more adventurous ocean voyages. We’re not talking about the occasional bumpy ride on your next cruise to the Bahamas or some strong winds on your river cruise up the Rhone—those are child’s play compared to the infamous Drake Passage, that famously

'Difficult or impossible travel': Winter storm wreaks havoc from Midwest to Northeast

A sprawling winter storm continued to deliver snow, ice and wind to portions of the Midwest and Northeast on Monday, wreaking havoc with holiday travelers from the Dakotas to Maine. Strong wind gusts, blowing, drifting snow and icy conditions might make travel "difficult or impossible" in many areas, the Weather Channel said. In all, almost 20 million

Izamal: Mexico's magical 'Yellow City'

No matter which direction you travel from, there's a ramp-up of vivid blue, yellow and even orange hues on buildings and structures before you actually enter the town of Izamal, Mexico. But you will know that you have arrived when you're surrounded with golden-yellow walls on every building on every street. Nicknamed "La Ciudad Amarilla" (or "The Yellow

7 Ways Air Travel Will Change in 2020

In 2019 promises of seamless air travel and stress-free flying seemed more elusive than ever. Airport delays escalated over the summer as the prolonged grounding of the Boeing 737 Max and air industry labor disputes took their toll. But some relief may be coming in 2020 as the industry and U.S. government move to modernize a creaky air traffic control system

Japan Airlines Is Giving Away 50,000 Free Round-trip Flights to Celebrate the 2020 Olympics (Video)

Japan Airlines will give away 50,000 free round-trip tickets to international visitors next summer. But the lucky winners won’t be jetting off to the country's capital. In an effort to diversify tourism outside the capital during the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, Japan Airlines is giving away trips to lesser-visited cities — but the winners won’t get to choose their destination

Why Alys Beach, Florida Should Be Your Next Warm-Weather Destination

If you were transported, blindfolded, to the middle of Alys Beach, then opened your eyes sans-silk eye mask (just go with us here), you’d be forgiven for thinking you’d been transported to Santorini. With its white stucco buildings, cobblestone streets, and Moorish-inflected architecture, the serene town feels worlds away from its Florida Panhandle location on the

A Photographic Tour of Abandoned Cold War Sites

The Cold War, or the “war that wasn’t,” lasted from 1947 to 1991. The two main powers, the United States and the USSR, never actually attacked each other—instead, they flexed their muscles to intimidate one another, causing events like the arms race and the space race, and spurring proxy wars like the Vietnam War and the Korean War. Nevertheless, the two

Inside Trout Point Lodge Canada’s Leading Small Luxury Hotel

If you went back to China after five years it would be completely different, but if you returned to Trout Point Lodge it would be exactly the same. Set on the edge of the world - or so it might seem to some - this luxury eco-lodge in Nova Scotia, Canada sits alongside 100 acres of swaying beeches, birches and maples. The pale blue Tusket and Napier Rivers flow

New cruise ships will begin sailing from Florida in 2020

New cruise ships will be calling Florida home in 2020, and the number of cruise lines calling at Port Tampa Bay will rise from three this year to six next year. Currently Carnival, Royal Caribbean and Norwegian offer cruises from Tampa, but in the coming year they are scheduled to be joined by MSC Cruises, Celebrity Cruises and Holland America. In September, MSC

Hawaii helicopter crash: Here are questions consumers should ask before booking a tour

A tour helicopter that crashed in Hawaii last week may have been doomed by rugged terrain and rapidly changing weather conditions, a pilot and aviation attorney said. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating Thursday's crash, in a remote part of the island of Kauai. The pilot and six passengers were killed and recovery efforts have been suspended

Get the Hotel Breakfast

Traveling is often delightful and stressful in equal proportions. The promise of seeing, eating, and drinking new things outweighs the bustle of airports (or trains), difficulty of language barriers, and effects of jet lag. Though eating well might be the best reason to travel the world, I’m going to suggest one easy way to feel grounded every morning while you’re

Establishment Of The USSR

On this day in 1922, the Treaty on the Creation of the USSR was approved and finalized, forming the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics, aka the Soviet Union. The USSR was created by Vladimir Lenin, who closely followed the teachings of Karl Marx. The USSR was the first country in the

The 21 Best Budget Travel Destinations For 2020

From Milos, Greece to Dahab, Egypt this year’s list of the best budget travel destinations has something for every kind of traveler. Whether you want to explore vibrant Rajasthan in India or relax in style on Lovina, the lesser-known side of Bali, Indonesia, this list has you covered. This is the sixth iteration of my annual Forbes list and in the spirit of keeping things

Winter storm: Snow, ice, heavy rains threaten chaos as holiday travel season wraps up

A weather front that brought record rains to Southern California on Christmas Day marched east on Sunday, threatening parts of the Midwest and East with more than a foot of snow, ice and whiteout conditions. In Minnesota, State Patrol spokesman Sgt. Jesse Grabow advised would-be travelers to stay at home Sunday, citing low visibility and dangerous

Travel on Trial: Soaring above Rio in a helicopter with no doors

They don’t call Rio de Janeiro Cidade Maravilhosa – the Marvellous City – for nothing. As well as its massive carnival and New Year’s Eve celebrations, Rio is blessed by geography and climate, not to mention its impressive roster of global icons. From Sugarloaf Mountain to Christ the Redeemer and the sandy sweep of Copacabana, its landmarks are legendary – and

South Western train strike to hit New Year's Eve travel

A lengthy strike in the dispute over guards on trains enters its final week on Monday, causing continued travel misery for passengers, including those attending New Year’s Eve events. Members of the Rail, Maritime and Transport (RMT) union on South Western Railway (SWR) have been on strike since the start of the month, with industrial action continuing until New

Kylie Minogue's 'Matesong' Will Convince You to Go to Australia in 2020

Kylie Minogue has a message for Brexit-weary British tourists: It’s time to relax. The pop icon teamed up with Australia’s tourism board for a brand-new song and music video specifically aimed at British would-be travelers who are in need of a vacation amid the never-ending Brexit news cycle. "I'm such a proud Australian that I've spent most of my life traveling

The Real Reason Airplanes Never Seem to Have Enough Overhead Bin Space

As any seasoned traveler knows, the secret to a smooth, efficient flight is to travel light. When you limit yourself to a carry-on and a personal item, you avoid bag fees and can head straight to security without waiting in line to check a bag. Baggage claims become a thing of the past, and a flight feels like less of an ordeal and more of a streamlined, dare we say

Reinventing Abu Dhabi's oldest building

Considered the symbolic birthplace of Abu Dhabi, Qasr Al Hosn is arguably the most captivating site in the United Arab Emirates capital. With foundations dating back to around 1760, it also happens to be its oldest building. Surrounded by sprawling skyscrapers in the center of the city, the magnificent white fortress has served as a fort, a seat of power, and

Japan Airlines is giving away 50,000 free tickets

Japan Airlines is giving away 50,000 free round-trip domestic air tickets to international tourists next summer -- but there's a catch. The giveaway aims to encourage tourists to see less visited parts of Japan, and perhaps take some of the strain off Tokyo between July 1 and September 30 next year as the capital hosts the Olympic Summer Games. However to win free

Travel trend 2020: Mekong River cruises are booming — here’s why

Mekong River cruises are booming, particularly in Cambodia and Vietnam. In 2020, at least 10 river boats — some quite luxurious — will cruise the lush and navigable lower Mekong. Most resemble the river boats of Europe, staffed with chefs who prepare authentic regional fare and local guides who share cultural histories as well as personal stories. Cruising the

From rowing to kendo: Why I learn new sports on trips and you should, too

When friends ask me about my recent trip to Tokyo, kaleidoscope slides of orange fish, thick yakitori smoke, light-green tea and color-changing leaves rush through my brain. But then my mind usually stops on one moment in particular. I’m wearing a royal-blue robe and kneeling on a wooden floor. The windowless room is stuffy but spacious, with shelves holding ribbons

The 10 places you shouldn't visit next year

You’ll have read plenty of articles about where you should be going in 2020 – The Independent travel team’s own list included – but what about the cities and regions you should avoid in the 12 months? Whether a destination has concerns of overtourism or over-inflated entry fees, here are the places you should leave off your bucket list for 2020. Anyone who’s

Travel: A slice of France with Moët & Chandon

It is early evening, the last day of harvest in the vineyards. As we go up a row of vines, picking grapes that are at the perfect ripeness for the champagne that Moët & Chandon plans to use them for, someone yells out, “Panier!” One of the two people assigned to be basket carriers comes over to pick up the basket full of grapes and replaces it with an empty one

'Screens kill the vibe': the hotels confiscating willing guests' phones

Once the sight of someone by a hotel pool with a laptop would have been weird. What’s he doing? Work? Relax dude. But things have changed. No matter where I’ve travelled in the past five years – everywhere from Sri Lanka to Istanbul – the same sight has greeted me by hotel swimming pools, lobbies and dining rooms. It is the tops of peoples’ heads as they

Port 'on course' for cruise ship shore power first

Associated British Ports (ABP) said it would meet a previous pledge to install the technology in Southampton in 2020. However the firm said it had not yet resolved issues over funding and a potential drain on the National Grid. On a recent visit to the port, prime minister Boris Johnson said he was "very interested" in shore power as a means of limiting pollution

Ancient Mayan palace lost for 1,000 years and used by 'elites' uncovered near Mexico's Cancun

A LOST Mayan palace likely used by the ancient civilisation's most elite citizens has been unearthed. The structure was found near Mexico's popular resort city of Cancun, and dates back to around 1,000 years ago.

Italy creates Europe's first plastic-free ski resort

An Italian ski resort is endeavouring to become the first in Europe to ban plastic after discovering that a nearby glacier contained a significant amount of microplastics

Minnehaha Falls in Minnesota Looks Like a Frozen Winter Wonderland Right Now

Bitterly cold temperatures have frozen over Minnehaha Falls in Minneapolis, Minnesota, making it look like a stunning winter wonderland scene.

The Museum of Hangovers is now open

Museum of Hangovers has opened in Croatia and it features all the random stories and items from drunken nights, and even has an interactive side.

Fodor's No List 2020: 13 Places to Reconsider in the Year Ahead

As responsible and ethical travelers, we have to face many decisions about where to spend our hard-earned vacation dollars. Considering the following goes into many travelers' decisions on where to go

Princess Cruises Will Attempt to Break World Record on 2 Cruise Ships

Princess Cruises will attempt to break the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title for the largest multi-location vow renewal. The cruise line has added a second

Our Favorite Destinations For Winter Cruises This Year

Not all cruising ports are year-round destinations; here, our guide to cruising in the winter months.

Coast Guard: Tour helicopter carrying 7 missing in Hawaii

The helicopter was due back from a tour of Kauai's Pali Coast. It was carrying a pilot and six passengers, two of whom were believed to be minors.

Women sue Frontier Airlines over alleged sex assaults by passengers

Two women who say they were sexually assaulted by passengers on Frontier Airlines flights sued the Denver-based budget carrier.

Hitting the Road (or Trail) on a Guided Hotel Run

Hotels across the globe are organizing guided runs for guests, offering them a chance to maintain daily routines as well as explore a new destination.

Club Med Opens New 5-Star Resort as Dominican Republic Attempts Tourism Turnaround

As a tourism spot, the Dominican Republic has had a challenging year so far, to say the least.

Virtual Travel Might Help Overtourism?

The ability to livestream travel experiences in real time via drone, satellite and other technology is coming, and it could have unexpected effects on a travel industry that is currently experiencing its own disruption.

Meet the guides who can make your travel picture perfect

These photographers will capture your best angles with the perfect backdrop on an Instatour.

Travel fees are out of control. Here's what to do about them

Strategies for dealing with travel surcharges range from complaining to the right person to boycotts. But Congress may have to step in to fix this.

The Grand Opening of Radio City Music Hall

On December 27, 1932, in the midst of the turmoil of the Great Depression, thousands of Americans still turned out for the opening of the Radio City Music Hall in New York City. On its opening day, the Hall held a grand live stage show featuring Martha Graham, Doc Rockwell, and Ray Bolger

36 Hours in Recife (and Environs)

A different kind of Brazil is waiting in the country's lively northeast corner, where musical, culinary and architectural marvels await.

Be our guest! Chicago lands on top travel lists for hotels, bars and experiences

Chicago knows how to bring in national and international visitors. Here's hoping 2020 follows the trend.

SeaWorld Orlando to change centerpiece killer whale show in 2020

SeaWorld Orlando says it will begin 2020 by changing its centerpiece killer-whale show.

20 of the best sustainable holidays in Europe for 2020

Vintage mountain trains, electric road trips and solar-powered yachts, plus an eco beach house in Sicily - Choose a green getaway

Here's where you should book a trip in 2020, according to National Geographic

Calling all travelers: If you've been waiting for a spark of inspiration to book that trip of a lifetime, then look no further. National Geographic has unveiled its 2020 list

Get the most out of your cruise beverage package

There are a variety of ways to make sure you get the most beverage bang for your buck. Read on for the eight best drinks to buy with your plan.

Why cruise lines keep cutting their ships in half

Stretching makes cruise ships bigger by adding a new midsection. It's like unsnapping two Legos and putting another block between. But with a boat.

20 Destinations Where You'll Find Cheap Flights in 2020

From Africa to Asia and the rest of the world, here are 20 destinations with affordable flights

An accessible-travel insider documents her trip on the world's longest passenger train

It was the Auto Train for the Amtrak contest winner and advocate for travelers with limited mobility.

20 great new hotels to visit in 2020

From Australia's first underwater hotel to space-age geodomes on the Bolivian salt flats, here are 20 of the best new hotels to check out around the world in 2020.

Remote Scandinavian hotels that will blow your mind

When Scandinavians want to escape city life, many flock to tranquil lakes and snow-covered mountains, seeking solitude in the great outdoors.

How to travel without destroying the planet

Vacationing more sustainably doesn't just mean cutting down on flights. These green travel tips show you how to enjoy your trips without damaging what you've come to see.

The benefits of women-only trips, a growing travel trend

Older women especially enjoy the no-primping, noncompetitive environment and unique experiences.

George Washington Crosses the Delaware

On December 26, 1776, George Washington took temporary control of Trenton, New Jersey in the Battle of Trenton. The trek to Trenton required a crossing of the Delaware River in the dead of winter

Is This the Next Tulum?

Travelers in the know say the Yucatn peninsula town of Bacalar is poised to be the region's next big destination. Can it survive the tourist onslaught?

Why Montreal wants you to visit in the winter

Quebec's largest city hosts an array of cold-weather festivals that tempt visitors to venture outdoors.

'Star Wars' locations that actually exist

A galaxy far, far away is a whole lot closer than you think. These Star Wars filming locations are just a plane ride away -- from Iceland and Italy to Tunisia and Arizona.

10 of the best family holidays for 2020

There's a mind-boggling amount of choice when it comes to taking the family away next year - city break, beach holiday, active fun, or even all the above. Here are a few ideas to get you started.

What cruisers care about: Scoring deals, spending more time in port, getting sick at sea

InsureMyTrip announced the results of its annual Cruise Concerns survey, which reveal what matters most to cruise line customers.

Respectful clothes required | Carnival Cruise Line adds new dress code

If you're planning a cruise on Carnival, you should check out their new dress code before you pack.

20 Pictures That Will Make Most Skip Going On Cruises

We decided to take a look at all the things that can go wrong, and make you not want to book that super-expensive cruise.

The secrets of air travel happiness

What makes for a happy air traveler? The happiest flier would depart from a secondary airport in winter on a very long or very short flight, choosing a discount carrier with comfortable seats, and maybe even sitting in basic economy, according to a new study from TripIt,

2020 Will Be A Little Better Year For The World’s Airlines

That $16.5 billion projected profit in 2020 would mean that North American airlines next year would see a very healthy $16 in profit from every one of their passengers.

Anti-aging resorts: 10 hotels and resorts promising to make travelers look (and feel) younger

Here are 10 properties boasting amenities promising to shave days, months and even decades off guests' lives.

This is Where You Should Stay When Visiting Torres del Paine in Patagonia

Unique lodging is nothing new - South America in general has long been known for its abundance of eco-domes - but now the bar is being raised in terms of overall comfort, style, exclusivity, and service.

French Cities Fight Back Against New EU Ruling On Airbnb

2019 has been a year of fights between major French cities and Airbnb. A new ruling by the EU Court of Justice looks set to exacerbate tensions.

Traveling to Europe in 2020? Here Are Some Things You Can Expect

When it comes to hopping across the pond for vacation, there's good and bad news.

How Travel Will Change in 2020

Why “slow travel,” which lets you get under the skin of a place by simply staying put there for a little longer, is gaining traction. The idea doesn’t just make for more restful time off, it’s also more environmentally sustainable and fulfilling.

A Doctor Told Us How to Avoid Getting Sick While Traveling

Dr. Rand McClain, the medical director for LCR Health, told Travel + Leisure his best tips for staying healthy while traveling especially during the

The Christmas Truce

During the first year of World War I, forces along the Western Front (encompassing France, Belgium, and Germany) called an unoffical ceasefire to the hostilities for the holidays. It began with a British solider reporting at 8:30 PM on Christmas Eve that the Germany soldier had illunimated their trenches

Florida, Hawaii Are Top Holiday Travel Destinations For the Season

Four of the most popular cities – Orlando, Lauderdale, Miami and Tampa– are located in Florida, while two – Honolulu and Kahului – are in Hawaii. Anaheim, California; Las Vegas; New York and Phoenix also made the list.

Why Uzbekistan is said to be a top travel destination for 2020

Uzbekistan, long unknown to most Westerners, is already shaping the travel scene for 2020.

A Modern-Day Christmas Market, Transylvania-Style

While Germany's Christmas markets are a favorite among travelers, a little-known market in Transylvania has added sparkle to an ancient city with a German-speaking community.

Where to go in 2020: 3 tours and cruises to tempt the traveler

Monarch butterflies in Mexico; a river cruise to the music cities of Nashville and Memphis, Tenn., and a women's-only hiking trip in Glacier National Park will tempt travelers.

Walkable cities in the U.S., including New York, San Francisco, Boston

SmarterTravel.com took a look at the top 10 most walkable cities in the U.S., along with the most pedestrian-friendly neighborhoods in each one, as determined by Walk Score

Best new cruise ships for 2020

Dreaming of a fabulous sea getaway? A brand-new ship with the latest in innovations and enhancements may be the way to go. Check out CNN Travel's 10 best new cruise ships for 2020.

Carnival Cruise Line gives possible cause of accident in Mexico, apologizes to guests

In a letter sent to guests on Friday, Carnival Cruise Line apologized for an earlier accident in Cozumel, Mexico.

Dispatch From the Land of Flight Shaming, or How I Became a Train Boaster

In Sweden, some environmentally conscious travelers are switching from planes to trains. Slower? Yes. But why not embrace the journey, perhaps even prolong it?

Alaska Airlines says 'we dropped the ball,' apologizes for 'awful holiday travel experience'

Alaska blamed a "severe'' staffing shortage caused by baggage handlers calling in sick on Friday.

Flight plan: Tips and tricks for your next airline trip

There are several ways travelers can save time and money and reduce stress on their next flight.

Go phone-free in these 10 stunning accommodations, including pods attached to a mountain

Mongolian yurts in the Gobi desert, an eco-lodge near a live volcano and rooms overlooking an African watering hole offer adventures and family bonding time.

San Francisco's newest hotel just $50 a night if you're not afraid of strangers

While San Francisco hotel prices continue to soar into the stratosphere, a new hotel has opened in the heart of downtown with a starting nightly rate of just $50. The only thing is, to get that rate you'd have to share a room with other people.

The death of the printed boarding pass and other ways travel has changed in the past 10 years

Smarter Travel has put together a list of incredible events and momentous changes in the travel world since 2010.

Disney goes artsy, European with its new Riviera Resort

Riviera Resort, a Disney Vacation Club property, has officially opened with a mix of European and artsy flair.

Vacations: That's What (Making) Friends Are For

Work commitments, family obligations and the demands of everyday life are among the reasons that it’s hard to make new friends. But traveling - and leaving behind those demands - can stoke new connections.

Perspective | Don't let the cost of your trip take you by surprise

Deals can be a matter of perspective, of course. Do your research and ask yourself: Is this deal too good to be true?

Vincent Van Gogh Cuts Off His Ear

On this day in 1888, Dutch artist Vincent Van Gogh, today a renowned artist today but underappreciated during his time, took a razor to his ear in a fit of rage and sliced off his own ear lobe. Van Gogh had been suffering from psychotic episodes

The demand for Instagram-worthy travel photos has paved the way for increasingly inauthentic experiences

One of the more interesting debates in documentary travel photography is the use of local artisans to portray "authentic" experiences. In nearly every corner of the world, traditional ways of life are giving way to the economic realities that rising costs of living, environmental pressures and an ever-expanding globalized economy impose. And in our increasingly stylized

US Travel: 25 Best Places To Visit In 2020

What’s on your travel list for 2020? Maybe this is the year to see more of the United States. After all, there’s so much to love in our own backyard. I tapped into a handful of travel experts and influencers to find out the top places in the US that they recommend visiting in 2020. Their picks range from historic cities to mountain getaways to some up-and-coming

What to expect from your airline and airport of choice this holiday travel season

Jeff Fleischman’s flight wasn’t going anywhere. Fleischman, a New Jersey tech executive, was supposed to be en route to Miami for a team dinner on Dec. 8. The airplane’s broken fuel pump scuttled those plans. Five hours later, passengers were allowed to board. But the plane then had another mechanical problem. “The pilot said this plane didn't want to leave the

Christmas travel weather forecast: Mostly nice, except for Southeast, Pacific Northwest

Those traveling this weekend for the Christmas holiday should have calm, uneventful weather over most of the country. "Overall, travel across the nation looks generally good," AccuWeather meteorologist Paul Walker said. It looks to be much better than travel was around Thanksgiving, he said, and there are no powerhouse storms forecast. Mild and dry weather

Traveling with a baby — here’s what I learned after flying 26 times with my 2-year-old

Traveling brings out the best in me. My husband and I share the love of exploring new places and so obviously, when our son was born two years ago, we decided to continue this journey — with tiny feet this time. While we sometimes miss the spontaneity in our travel plans, chasing our toddler in some of the most exotic locations of the world is our new interest

Flooding brings travel disruption to South East

The M23 is closed between junctions 10 and 11 in both directions in West Sussex, Highways England said. On the railways, Southern, Thameslink and Gatwick Express passengers have been advised not to travel, with disruption to services on the Brighton mainline. Southeastern says there are no trains between Strood and Maidstone West. Motorist Ellis Hart was on his

'Worst' airlines revealed in survey

American Airlines and British Airways have been rated among the worst airlines for long-haul flights, according to a survey of travelers by a consumer watchdog. The UK flag carrier was criticized for the "quality of its food and drink, the comfort of its seats and value for money for its short-haul and long haul services," in the annual report by Which? Travel. More than

Black Travel Vibes: Live The Bubble Life In Bali

Bali is an Indonesian island known for its forested volcanic mountains, iconic rice paddies, stunning beaches, and IG-worthy swings. The mere mention of Bali evokes visions of a lush green, zen paradise in the minds of travelers who see a visit to the island as the ultimate in travel goals. And it’s not hard to understand why. From the moment you land, the “Island of

The best luxury bars in Budapest

Budapest's craft cocktail movement has seen new bars and clubs spread across town like wildfire in recent years, making it that much harder to choose the best of the bunch. While the Hungarian capital's ruin bars offer a unique experience, the luxury bar scene here is second to none. Whether you're looking to sample handcrafted cocktails or the finest Tokaji wines

Holiday light displays worth traveling for across America

One of the best parts about the holiday season is all the beautiful lights on display across the country. Here, we've compiled some of the coolest light displays across the country worth traveling for. Scroll through the gallery to brighten your day (literally). Hudson Yards in New York will host events and holiday experiences every Saturday and Tuesday through Jan. 5

Inside Ireland’s Finest Castle Hotel

The romantic ideal of a grand castle hotel is irresistible. Who wouldn’t want to spend a night playing lord or lady of the manor? But unfortunately, the fantasy doesn’t always play out in real life. Castle hotels are actually incredible hard to get right: Requiring never-ending maintenance and delicate restoration, there’s often a certain aristocratic shabbiness that

Hot Hotels: The Savoy

As a pillar of London’s West End, and adjacent to the famous Savoy Theatre, Britain’s first deluxe hotel is famed for its glittering reputation. It’s hosted Marlene, Marilyn and a royal or two, but the Savoy’s place in the history books of engineering and innovation is just as impressive. Richard D’Oyly Carte, builder of both the Savoy hotel and theatre

Ponant to Build Hybrid Cruise Ships for Paul Gauguin Cruises

Ponant, the parent company of Paul Gauguin Cruises, has signed a contract with Norwegian shipyard Vard to build two new eco-friendly, hybrid-electric ships for the South Pacific-based brand, slated for delivery in 2022. The vessels, which will bring the number of Paul Gauguin ships to three, will each hold about 230 passengers, and measure about 11,000 gross tons

Choose your cruise - it's time for a small ship adventure

Love ocean cruising but think you might like to try a small ship this time? From houseboats to sailing sloops, smaller-ship cruise holidays come in all shapes and sizes. If your perfect holiday afloat means leaving the navigation to others while you loll on a sunny deck, you’ll find plenty of captained barge and houseboat holiday options, particularly in Europe. Some small

The Berlin Wall Opens For The First Time

On this day in 1963, communist East Germany and the republic of West Germany came to an agreement to allow the wall between the two halves of the country to be opened. The decision was made in the spirit of Christmas, to allow families affected by the construction of the Berlin

Poor Richard's Almanack

Benjamin Franklin was a statesman, an inventor, a patriot and a founding father of the United States. He was also the author and publisher of Poor Richard's Almanack. Franklin took on the pseudonym of "Poor Richard" or "Richard Saunders" for his publication, which he first published on December 19th

How Women of Color Are Reimagining Their Travel Narrative

Growing up, travel was reserved for select family gatherings and church activities deemed worthy by my grandparents. They raised my sister and me, and throughout our childhood they instilled a Caribbean mindset that kept economic consciousness and interdependence at the forefront. Traveling to unplug, escape, or relax seemed like an anomaly, a luxury that was only available to a

19 destinations that defined 2019

A cathedral in flames is a heart-stopping sight. A son following in his mother's footsteps is a heartwarming one. Places evoke all kinds of emotions as they experience growth, improvement, renewal and sometimes devastating setbacks. Tenacity stands out as a defining characteristic for many of the places that spoke to us this year in travel. And there's always space for dreaming big and

The Instagram decade: #hashtag holidays and other travel trends

First the Scandinavians gave us hygge, then they gave us flygskam (flight shame), which has nothing to do with candles and everything to do with guilt about the environmental cost of flying. If the noughties were all about a giddy sense of the world opening up thanks to the rise of low-cost flights and online booking tools, the subsequent decade has started to feel like payback time, as we

These Are the Holiday Flight Routes Most Likely to Be Delayed — and What to Do If It Happens to You

Holiday travelers may need to brace themselves for the millions of people taking to the skies for the holidays — and depending on your location, some airport crowds and difficulties may be worse than others. A total of 47.5 million people are expected to fly all over the world on U.S. airlines during the Christmas and New Year’s holiday period this year, and passenger rights company Airhelp

Tourists still struggling to travel around Paris amid France union strikes

Traffic improved slightly on French trains Thursday as nationwide strikes over the government’s retirement reform entered a 15th day and small signs of progress emerged in negotiations with unions. However, the crisis hitting one of the world’s biggest economies at the height of the holiday season is far from over. Anti-government protesters are keeping up pressure on President

Black Travel Vibes: Let The Magic Of Bangkok Fill You With Joy

Known as “The Land of Smiles” for its friendly locals and fascinating culture, the southeast Asian country of Thailand has long been a hit amongst travelers looking for more than just a cookie-cutter getaway. From the moment visitors arrive in the vibrant capital city of Bangkok, that magic takes hold and they are immediately captivated by all the city has to offer. From sparkling temples and

The world's most radical chef?

Chef Ángel León wants to change how people think about seafood, and by all accounts, he’s succeeding. His three-Michelin-starred restaurant, Aponiente, has made waves around the world by using high-tech methods to creatively transform seemingly inedible parts of the ocean into masterfully crafted 20- and 22-course tasting menus that almost exclusively incorporate ingredients from the

TSA expecting 42 million passengers over the holidays

The Transportation Security Administration estimates 42 million passengers will go through security checkpoints across the country this holiday season -- and that means you need to plan ahead. The traffic from December 15 to January 5 will see an increase of 3.9% from last year, according to a TSA news release. That volume increase could slow down the security process, and the release

Eiffel Tower Shuts Down Again As Nationwide Protests Continue

The Eiffel Tower was closed on Tuesday for the second time in a month amid ongoing strikes in France. The nationwide strikes, which started earlier this month, continue as workers fight for their pensions. On Tuesday, The Associated Press reported that Eiffel Tower staff walked off the job and Paris opera workers gathered on the famous building’s steps to sing an aria expressing their

10 Times Tracee Ellis Ross Inspired Us To Travel Solo

Actress Tracee Ellis Ross is celebrates for a lot of things, she’s one of our favorite Girlfriends, our ultimate hair crush, and daughter to living legend Diana Ross. However, a quick glimpse of her Instagram feed shows us a side to Ms. Ross that you wouldn’t necessarily expect – she’s a lover of solo travel. It’s no secret that Ross is happily single and proud of it, so she’s not waiting for a

Where To Stay In Madeira, Portugal: Six Of The Best Hotels

Madeira’s moderate and sunny climate all year round and natural beauty makes it a very attractive island to visit. In fact, Madeira was just voted Europe's “Leading Island Destination” in the World Travel Awards again (the sixth time in the last seven years). The world’s top footballer, Cristiano Ronaldo, was born here and the airport was renamed after him. There’s also a Ronaldo museum with

Why The Galapagos Is Best Explored Via Boat

There are three ways to experience the Galapagos: by boat, via an overland tour (island hopping hotel to hotel with a group/guide), or via day trips (staying on one island, purchasing day tours a la carte). Each lends itself to personal preference in many ways—for example, if you loathe guided tours with set itineraries, then the day-trip method probably appeals to you for the flexibility. However

New Carnival Dress Code Bans Clothes With Offensive, Hateful Messages

A new Carnival Cruise Line dress code forbidding clothing with offensive, racist and obscene messages is drawing praise from the company's customers, as well as concerns about how it will be enforced. The guidelines, which were discussed in a Facebook post by brand ambassador John Heald, has led to more than 1,000 comments and more than 23,000 votes in an online poll. So far, 97

The hotel room that's deliberately difficult to stay in

The bed is difficult to get onto and has barely enough space to squeeze around. The bathroom door doesn't shut, and gets in the way when you reach for the toilet roll dispenser. This may sound like a pretty typical TripAdvisor review. But if you stay in the hotel bedroom created by Christopher Samuel, don't rush to post a scathing review. He has actually designed it to be as annoying as

The demise of formal nights on cruises: How dress codes are tearing passengers apart

Gerry Eggert has taken a lot of cruises in his 78 years. But the Chilliwack, B.C., resident has noticed something recently: People aren’t dressing up like they used to. He took his concerns to Facebook and quizzed a group of fellow Holland America Line fans: “This should draw some controversy!” he began. “My wife and I … don’t particularly like the ‘relaxed’ dress code HAL now allows

Giving Children Vacations Instead of Toys Can Lead to Advanced Brain Development, Experts Suggest

If you’re stressing about missing Black Friday deals and looking for an alternative to an expensive toy, there’s good news: Gifting your kids experiences and bonding time rather than things might be better for their soul (and mind!). In a recently resurfaced 2017 study published in The Journal of Social and Personal Relationships, researchers surveyed close to 500 women between 18

How Patagonia beautifully blends luxury and planet-friendly travel

With tourism taking a toll on the environment, more luxury tour operators than ever are now offering eco-friendly alternatives for travelers. This is especially true in the remote South American region of Patagonia. Shared by Chile and Argentina, Patagonia runs along the southern range of the Andes Mountains. The area is famed for its four-seasons-in-a day-climate and pristine

Little town of Bethlehem – a travel photo essay

Smells of spices and coffee waft from shop doorways in Bethlehem’s market. Outside limestone buildings, sellers perch under parasols with stacks of sweet ma’moul biscuits and buckets of bright-pink pickled cauliflower, orange loquat fruits and green sour cherries. I’m being shown around by Fadi Kattan, a French Palestinian chef and hotel owner, and Nadine Baboun, co-founder of

A Man Gave Up His First Class Seat for an 88-year-old Woman — and Her Reaction Was Priceless

In a heartwarming story in keeping with the holiday spirit, one man generously gave up his first class seat on flight so an 88-year-old woman could enjoy the luxury experience. In a recent Facebook post, a Virgin Atlantic crew member detailed how a man named Jack gave up his plush seat to Violet, who was traveling to see her daughter in New York. Turns out, Violet had been

Black Travel Vibes: Embrace The Traditional Vibes Of Qatar

While neighboring hotspots like Dubai are known for their glitz and glamour, countries like Qatar still manage to hold on to their traditional vibes, even as they push forward towards the future. The country is the perfect place to visit if you want a glimpse into what the region was like before record-breaking feats became a thing. From learning about falconry and watching camels

Are cell phone calls on airplane flights inevitable?

Ah, holiday travel. Between huge crowds and weather delays, flying during this time of year is hectic. Now close your eyes and imagine the entire scenario with one additional annoyance: Loud talkers yammering into their cell phones at 35,000 feet. Don't worry -- this potentially ear-splitting scenario isn't a reality yet. At least not in the United States. But it could be soon. Some even

8 People Explain What They Do If They Get Sick While Traveling

Having a health issue is never fun, but it's a million times less fun when you're on vacation. Between dealing with ongoing health issues when you're away from home, or getting sick while traveling, being laid up while you're on the road can be nightmare. But what’s the best way to manage? Family physician Dr. Jen Caudle, DO, an associate professor at Rowan University, says to make

Where to eat in the Bay Area now

Will it be cioppino, chop suey or a simply steamed Dungeness crab with butter, lemon and a hunk of sourdough bread? With so many tempting specialties to choose from -- many reflecting diverse immigrant communities -- it's hard to decide where a culinary journey through San Francisco should begin and what exactly it needs to include. Some locals say that creamy clam

How One Hotel Chain Plans To Be Carbon-Neutral by 2050

“Our 32,000 employees are impassioned advocates for the environment,” declares Megan Morikawa, Iberostar Group’s Director of Sustainability. The Stanford University-trained scientist has just returned from Madrid where she addressed delegates at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP25), on Iberostar’s commitment to the ocean. According to Morikawa, the ocean

8 things you should never hide from your cruise line, from pregnancy to expiring passports

For some reason, some cruise ship passengers assume that rules don't apply to them. That's probably why we see babies bobbing in hot tubs, chair hogs leaving their towels on loungers for hours at a time and people cutting in line at the bar. Cruisers also attempt to board the ship with all kinds of prohibited items, like surge protectors, curling irons and candles. But some

The Five Best Cruises for a Post-Holiday Detox

Has the holiday season been taking its toll? If you're craving a post holiday detox after all the festivities, consider booking a cruise early in the new year as a way to reset. Though the old cliche was that you gain weight on the luxury liners, it just doesn't hold today. Cruises now focus in particular on wellness, with ships offering plant-focused dining, holistic health programming and

The President Takes A Wife

President Woodrow Wilson was the last President of the United States to become a widower while in office when his wife died of Bright's Disease. A few months later, his sister introduced him to Edith Bolling-Galt from Wytheville, Virginia. At age 58, President Wilson married the 43-year-old Edith on

The First Flight

Orville and Wilbur Wright had suffered through weeks of mishaps and delays at their camp in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina. Undeterred, the two brothers continued to experiment with different designs and fuel mixtures for their attempt at flight. On December 17, 1903, Orville won the coin toss and flew

10 Things That Changed the Way We Travel This Decade

Remember 2010? The iPhone 4 was cutting-edge (and we used Skype, not FaceTime, to call our friends around the world); London was gearing up to host the Olympics; Iceland was a movie location not a tourist destination; and the government began loosening restrictions against travel to Cuba, allowing Americans to visit the island more easily for the first time in five decades. In Antarctica

Cruise Ship That Lost Passengers in New Zealand Volcano Eruption Docks in Sydney

The Royal Caribbean cruise ship that was heavily impacted by the volcano that erupted in New Zealand last week arrived back in Sydney on Monday, but not before 24 passengers had been killed or injured in the violent blast, according to reports. The White Island volcano, which erupted last Monday, has so far claimed the lives of 16 people, including teen brothers from Chicago. Another

Cape Fahn: Inside Koh Samui's first private island luxury resort

Though Koh Samui might today be one of Thailand's most popular beach destinations, in the 1970s it was mainly a haven for island-hopping backpackers. The arrival of the island's first and only airport in 1989 changed all that, cutting the travel time from Bangkok by hours. In the years to follow, most of the big names in global luxury hospitality moved in. But until now, they've all

Things You Were Never Told as a Plus-Size Traveler

It’s hard for me to accept being told what I can and cannot do. But as a plus-size traveler, I’ve sometimes had to learn the hard way. Talking about fat bodies in a positive way is taboo. My fat, Black body is constantly under attack and scrutiny -- oversexualized, underrepresented, and generally considered undesirable -- but when it comes to real talk about how to live and

Black Travel Vibes: This Mother-Son Trip To South Africa Will Make You Smile

Despite its tumultuous history, South Africa is a nation that continues to fascinate travelers the world over. From powdery sand beaches and epic safaris to a stunning wine country, dramatic landscapes and diverse culture, there’s no shortage of reasons why explorers should book a flight to the mesmerizing nation. The city of Johannesburg is best known for its cool urban vibes and the

10 hidden UK travel gems

The Isle of Wight’s hidden gem is indisputably Ventnor Exchange, an arts centre that comprises a theatre, record shop, live music venue, coffee shop and a craft beer bar. About 60 craft beers are available, plus locally roasted coffee, touring theatre shows, art exhibitions, and a great selection of new and secondhand vinyl. It’s run by the team behind Ventnor Fringe, launched 10 years ago

The West Hollywood Edition Hotel

Ian Schrager’s first spot on the West Coast has breathed new life into Sunset Boulevard, with its sleek design, destination restaurant and elegant rooftop pool drawing a cool crowd of local movers and shakers, arty travellers and under-the-radar A-listers. Come to experience life as one of West Hollywood’s elite. Ian Schrager’s first spot on the West Coast has breathed new life into

11 People Tell Us How Traveling Helps Their Mental Health

Although going on a trip is exciting and invigorating, it can also be challenging — for instance, when it comes to traveling and mental health. Traveling, by definition, messes with your daily routine; if routine helps you manage your mental health, you may need to find other forms of support while traveling. But it can also help you discover new ways to cope. When I was severely

This Awe-inspiring Art Installation in NYC Is Like Stepping Into Another Dimension

This winter, the artists from Moment Factory are inviting people everywhere to escape the daily grind and step into the surreal. Luckily for everyone, the portal to this other world is conveniently located in New York City. Now through Jan. 9, visitors to the city can explore the high-tech art installation known as SuperReal, which bills itself as a “series of visual spectacles housed within the

Princess Cruises Increases 2021 Europe Deployment to Seven Ships

Princess Cruises has added Pacific Princess to its 2021 European line up -- marking the line’s largest ever deployment in the region. The 670-passenger Pacific Princess will join six of the line’s other vessels -- including newest ships Sky Princess, Enchanted Princess and Discovery Princess -- with sailings out of Rome and Venice from June to October. Princess revealed earlier this year

Georgia's giant dumpling born from conquest

At the height of summer, Tbilisi is a heat trap. Ringed on three sides by an amphitheatre of mountains, the Georgian capital sits in a valley where stifling, humid air collects. Right up until evening, just traversing the city can be a life-sapping slog. Walking the streets in June, it is surprising, then, to see families sit at lunchtime around restaurant tables piled high with swollen, boiled

United Airlines flight diverted after engine was filmed spewing 'sparks'

A United Airlines flight from San Diego to Chicago made an emergency landing in New Mexico on Monday morning due to a “mechanical issue” that apparently caused “sparks” to spew from one of the plane’s engines. Passenger Thomas Chorny had trouble sleeping during United flight 366, which departed the Golden State on Sunday night. Upon looking out the window, Chorny

Here Is A Very Good Reason To Visit Milan In 2020, In Case You Haven’t Yet Planned To

Italy is renowned for its priceless bounty of art and architecture, but with a millenia-spanning cultural legacy, the country’s contributions to the modern and contemporary art scene can sometimes be overlooked. Italy’s creative sectors have long embraced the future (and not to forget as you ogle historic masterpieces— many of the artists who created them, e.g., Da Vinci and Raphael

I Only Travel With One of My Kids at a Time — Here’s Why

I have two high-energy, very competitive boys. They are two years apart and while there are moments when they get along, well, brotherly, more often than not, they are competing, which inevitably leads to fighting — about, well, everything. Who got the bigger plate of pancakes, who got the best choice in desserts, who had the better seat on the plane, who got more pool time…and

The Total Solar Eclipse in 2020 Will Cross an Adventurer's Paradise

In exactly one year, a total solar eclipse will cross Chile and Argentina. That's why, if you've never visited South America, the closing weeks of 2020 will be the ideal time to do so. Not only is it summer in the southern hemisphere, but on Dec. 14, 2020, a total solar eclipse will cast a moon-shadow across Chile and Argentina for a few brief minutes. What's more, the total solar eclipse

Biggest ever Roman shipwreck found in the Med

Two thousand years ago, this ship was crossing the Mediterranean Sea full of its cargo of amphorae -- large terracotta pots which were used in the Roman Empire for transporting wine and olive oil. For some reason, it never made it to its destination. But having languished at the bottom of the sea for around two millennia, it has now been rediscovered by archeologists, along with its cargo

Museum exhibits worth planning a trip around in 2020

If history, art and eclectic adventures are what you seek out when you travel, you'll have plenty of excuses to pull off the road in 2020. From a retrospective celebrating 25 years of outsider art to fresh shrines devoted to everything from eyesight to motion pictures, from shoes to rodeo culture, here are museum exhibitions worth planning a trip around this year. In early December

Speed and capacity promise for train passengers

Quicker and more frequent trains are promised between south Wales and London in what is being described as the biggest timetable revamp for 40 years. Great Western Railway (GWR) aims to shorten Cardiff to London journey times by up to 17 minutes. Transport for Wales (TfW) has added room for 6,500 more Valley Lines passengers in Sunday's timetable change. An extra 186

The little-known US-Canada border war

Located between the Haida Gwaii archipelago on the north coast of British Columbia and the southern tip of Alaska's Panhandle, Dixon Entrance’s nutrient-rich waters, which attract orcas, albatross and five species of salmon, surge towards the rocky shores and green forests of Prince of Wales Island and the mainland. At some point as we sailed through the waves, we left Canadian waters

Miami of the Middle East? Dubai's pitch to winter cruisers

In the depths of midwinter in the northern hemisphere, minds can drift to sunlit beaches in faraway lands. For connoisseurs of cruise ships, the obvious choices are the palm-lined shores of Florida and the Caribbean, which account for the most popular cruise ports in the world. But more than 7,000 miles east of Miami, Dubai is staking its own claim as a capital of cruising. The Emirate's

Ghana have a good time: top tips for visiting the country

There’s a burgeoning arts scene in our capital, on the Atlantic coast in West Africa. Head to Jamestown, the oldest district, and walk through the old port and along the beaches scattered with graffiti, studios and boxing gyms. Every August the Chale Wote festival takes over here. This visual arts event started with 500 guests and next year will host 40,000 people. It’s so exciting to see

The Best Room At ... The Gstaad Palace

When it comes to iconic hotels, the Gstaad Palace in the Swiss Alps stands in a category of it's own. Since the family-owned hotel opened in 1913, it has been considered the crème de la crème of lodgings in the region. Just a short train ride from Zurich up to the Alps, the Palace has hosted everyone from royals, to music icons—and even celebrities from the golden age of Hollywood. But

7 do's and don'ts for travelers when weather threatens your flight or strands you at the airport

Few words in travel are as maddening as "Your flight's been canceled.'' In the winter, it's a phrase airlines utter with regularity, thwarting plans and stressing out passengers and airline employees. During the busy Thanksgiving travel rush, airlines canceled hundreds of flights in the Northeast and Midwest. Here's a guide to making weather delays and cancellations less stressful

Ray Caye, A Private Island Resort, Debuts In Belize

There are a handful of small private island resorts scattered off the coast of Belize, the ultimate getaways for beachgoers seeking peace and quiet in a stunning tropical setting. Seasoned beachgoers like to say that these islands are the way that much of the Caribbean used to be, before mass tourism came along. Now there’s a new resort, Ray Caye Island Resort, that’s set to open in

The Best Things I Ate And Drank In My 2019 Travels—And The Trends I Encountered

Food trends flew by in a relentless fashion this past year. I drove to Chicago and Canada, flew to New York and New Orleans and explored my own Michigan back yard in search of interesting things to eat. Sometimes, I discovered good food on the way to and from other food. These are the meals and dishes that stood out to me this year. Two entire meals. Everyone who had ever eaten at

Royal Caribbean Cancels Cruise Excursions to Active Volcanoes Following New Zealand Eruption

Royal Caribbean has canceled all cruise shore excursions to active volcanoes following Monday's eruption on White Island, New Zealand, which killed at least 15 tourists and injured dozens of others, the line said in a statement. Several of the victims included Ovation of the Seas passengers, who were visiting the island on a shore excursion when the volcano unexpectedly erupted. "After

The Boston Tea Party

Smugglers in Boston were making good money bypassing British tax laws in the late 1700's. But when Britain permitted the East India Company to sell tea to the colonies without paying taxes, the smugglers' livelihood was threatened. More importantly, John Hancock and Samuel Adams were two

The Abdication of Pope Celestine V

Pietro da Morrone became Pope of the Catholic Church in 1294. He had become a Benedictine monk at the age of 17 and had adopted an ascetic life, living in a cave on the Mountain of Maiella in south Italy. There, he founded the order later called the Celestines. At the death of Pope Nicholas IV, Morrone was

South African Airways Celebrates A Sweet 16 Victory As Africa's Best Airline By Global Traveler Magazine

Fort Lauderdale, FL (December 12, 2019) – South African Airways (SAA), a Skytrax 4-star rated airline, has been selected by the readers of Global Traveler as the “Best Airline in Africa” for the 16th consecutive year in the magazine’s annual reader survey. Global Traveler presented the award to SAA at a ceremony

Cruise Along the Nile with CroisiEurope

Beginning in February 2020, discover the mysteries of ancient Egypt along the Nile River with CroisiEurope Cruises on board the luxurious Steigenberger Royale. This new port-to-port, eight-day cruise takes passengers through over 2,000 years of history across the Land of Pharaohs, guaranteeing an

How Wellness Travel Became a Thing in the Past Decade

As the decade comes to a close, it’s inevitable that we’d start thinking about how wellness travel has changed over the past 10 years. With more people interested in fitness than ever before, there has been an uptick in people working out while traveling. ClassPass recently made this announcement in its 2019 Fitness Trends, finding that 18 percent of business travelers booked workouts in a city

The 8 best places to travel in Asia in 2020

The list, which is compiled by Travel & Leisure editors as well as travel writers, advisors, and other experts, includes places that are "at the forefront of the global conversation" as well as "perennial favorites that are reinventing themselves in exciting ways," according to a press release. In Asia, eight destinations made the list, including Sri Lanka, Singapore, and Kyoto, Japan. Here are the best places to

Inside the world's largest river cruise ship

The Yangtze may only be the world's third-longest river, but it's about to be served by the world's biggest river cruise ship. The Victoria Sabrina ship will set sail on China's largest inland body of water in 2020, ferrying passengers through multiple provinces and providing views of the Three Gorges Dam. US-based company Victoria Cruises tells CNN Travel that the Victoria Sabrina, due to make her

Desert hunting with the world's fastest bird

Twelve-year-old Mohammad is the first to spot the tracks. Jumping from the SUV driven by his father, Ali, he races a few yards over the desert sands and follows them toward a small, scrubby bush. "Rabbit," he says with a grin, pointing to the animal camouflaged against the grayish-yellow sand. And then with an even wider smile, "He's going to be dead." With the prey sighted, sitting on the

Over 47 Million People Are Expected to Fly U.S. Airlines During Peak Holiday Time, Report Shows

A total of 47.5 million people are expected to fly all over the world on U.S. airlines during the Christmas and New Year’s holiday period — a 3 percent increase from last year, according to an airline trade group. In a report by Airlines for America, the group predicted an average 2.6 million passengers would fly each day during the busy holiday season starting on Dec. 19 and ending on Jan. 5. That’s an

Everything You Can Eat at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, Ranked

Food is an essential part of any travel experience. You wouldn’t leave France without having a croissant or Japan without trying ramen, and Walt Disney Imagineers wanted to give guests that same experience when visiting planet Batuu at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. When designing this land at Disneyland Park in California and Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Florida, the Imagineers wanted to fully

Ego tourists: Who are they and how do you know if you're one of them?

There's a new name for the world's worst travelers: ego tourists. They're inconsiderate, wasteful – and rude. Are you one of them? This may be the right time to ask because nothing brings out the ego tourists like the holidays. The busy travel period between Thanksgiving and Christmas is so stressful that it comes with its own survival guide. But let's face it: it's the people that make it

Southern California, this new ship's for you. Panorama will sail from Long Beach

Carnival Cruise Line‘s Panorama, a new ship designed expressly for the L.A. market, set sail on its maiden voyage Wednesday, heading into the sunset from the Port of Long Beach on its way to Mexico. The three-night inaugural cruise was the second phase of festivities celebrating the 1,055-foot Panorama, the first new vessel in two decades shaped with Los Angeles in mind. On Tuesday, it was the

Iceland's newly extinct glacier

At the very heart of Iceland is the country’s gleaming, glinting namesake: ice. Glaciers make up roughly 10% of Iceland, and they bring close to 2 million tourists from all over the world to the country each year. But these mighty masses of ice are more fragile than they may seem. In the wake of climate change, glaciologists predict that in 200 years all of Iceland’s glaciers will have disappeared

Escape routes: remote getaways in the UK

Feeling the need for isolation and to get away from it all? These tiny islands, remote bothies and clifftop retreats should do the trick. Where better to escape political disappointment than a tiny island? Each is a nation unto itself ready to be declared an independent democratic republic (with yourself as benign dictator-for-life, naturally). Flat Holm, a 24-hectare isle four miles into the Bristol Channel

How To Run the Best Hotel in the World

There are tons of stunning luxury hotels around the world. But some are just better than others, according to travelers. SLS Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Beverly Hills, for example, was recently named the best hotel in the world by Conde Nast Traveler's Reader's Choice Awards. With such a saturated market, I was curious about how this property managed to stand out from the rest. To do that, I

This Taiwan Airline Flew For 62 Years, But May Be Grounded Indefinitely

Far Eastern Air Transport, a six-decades-old Taiwanese airline catering to destinations within Asia, suddenly suspended its flights on December 12. The airline’s website said that as of December 13 it would cease to continue running because of unspecified “operational losses.” On Friday, Chang Kang-wei, Far Eastern’s chairman, told a news conference that he had found new sources of investment and

Pablo Escobar’s Tulum Spread Gets New Life as $100 Million Hotel

Tulum, the fashionable beach destination on Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, is getting a new luxury hotel with a colorful distinction: It once belonged to the cocaine kingpin Pablo Escobar. Thor Equities Group bought Casa Magna, part of a beachfront compound once owned by Escobar, for $17.5 million, according to a representative for the firm. It plans to spend as much as $100 million to develop

The First African American Congressman

On December 12, 1870, Joseph Hayne Rainey became the first African American to be elected and serve in the United States House of Representatives. Another African American, Hiram Revels, had earlier been appointed to the U.S. Senate, but Rainey was elected a congressman from the state of South Carolina

Fake travel agent scammed people out of $400K for 'tickets to nowhere,' authorities say

A Pennsylvania woman was charged Wednesday after allegedly posing as a fake travel agent in a scheme that raked in hundreds of thousands of dollars. Christine Hayes, 38, is accused of stealing money from at least 82 people by tricking them into buying $400,000 worth of vacation deals, according to a press release from Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro. “She misled hardworking

The mystery that still surrounds Turin Shroud

When she was 24, Emanuela Marinelli was walking near the Vatican in Rome when she caught a glimpse of a "beautiful face of Christ" printed on a souvenir in the window of a shop run by nuns. The image, she said, stood out among the other items for sale -- a kitschy array of ashtrays with the face of the Pope and plastic representations of Jesus on the cross, with eyes that opened and closed. "It was

10 of the trendiest destinations you should really visit in 2020

Trendy destinations may vary from year to year or season to season, but often the biggest hot spots remain the same. Or do they? Recent data suggests people are beginning to explore other parts of popular regions. Companies including Expedia, VRBO, Scott's Cheap Flights, Lonely Planet, Contiki and others have all released travel trends for 2020. And some reports showed an uptick in

13 best things to do in the Brazilian state of São Paulo

The biggest city in Brazil justifiably hogs the superlatives -- the biggest this! The most that! The tallest this! The longest that! -- but São Paulo is not only about its headline-stealing concrete jungle of a capital. The state of the same name plays no second fiddle, clocking in at slightly bigger than the United Kingdom, much of it rolling pastoral countryside, jungly Atlantic rainforest and sun-toasted

The best new European rail journeys for 2020

And now for some good news … rail operators across Europe are responding to a growing interest in travel by train with the launch of a number of new services. Particularly exciting for fans of sleeper trains is the launch of several new overnight services, in a welcome reversal of a recent trend among operators to drop night trains. The switchover to new 2020 timetables takes place in the early hours

Hot Hotels: Belmond Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons

Back in November, the creator of Le Manoir, Raymond Blanc OBE celebrated a double milestone: his 70th birthday and 35 years as the holder of two Michelin stars. But, when V.F. visited his Oxfordshire bolthole, we found his finger more on the pulse than ever. Jump on a train from Marylebone and speed out of London towards rural bliss, reaching the hotel’s nearest station in just 45 minutes. If you’re

You Can Meet Santa's Reindeer on This Farm in Washington

We know there’s Dasher, and Dancer, and Prancer, and Vixen... but wouldn’t you love to see Santa’s reindeer team in person? Thanks to the many animal experiences that are now available on Airbnb, people can get into the spirit of Christmas by visiting Santa’s Reindeer Herd on a farm in western Washington. The farm, Santa’s Reindeer Company in Eatonville, is a small, family-owned business

California official floats a new idea: House homeless on a cruise ship

Rebecca Kaplan was reading an old article about hurricanes when she got the idea. The violent wind storms typically aren’t a concern for the Oakland, California, City Council president's constituents, but a creative solution for housing the storm victims caught her eye. If cruise ships could be used as emergency housing in natural disasters, maybe they could be used to help in Oakland’s emergency

National Geographic Endurance Cruise Ship Floats Out in Norway

Lindblad Expeditions celebrated the float out of National Geographic Endurance, the line's first-ever cruise ship designed specifically for polar cruising, at the Ulstein Verft shipyard in Norway on Dec. 7. The float-out milestone marks the first time a ship touches water. The 126-passenger vessel is built with the highest ice class (PC5 Category A) of any purpose-built passenger ship, which means that the

Hotel serves Buddy the Elf's chocolate spaghetti

Buddy the Elf's famous spaghetti dish just got chocolatey upgrade -- and "son of a nutcracker," does it sound sweet. The dish, inspired by Will Ferrell's character's favorite food in the holiday film "Elf" is available to order on Dec. 16 at Chicago's Virgin Hotel. The is the second year the spaghetti is on the menu, but this time, it features hand-made chocolate pasta and is part of a pop-up candy store

The Top Pet-Friendly Hotels In Washington, D.C.

The capital of the United States should be a place for everyone, including its four-legged citizens. Fortunately, it is. Diplomatic dogs and federally-minded felines will find they’re welcome at many hotels throughout Washington, D.C.’s distinct neighborhoods, and they won’t even have to make donations to get ahead here; unlike many cities, it’s common for hotels to welcome pets free of charge in

More Cuba Travel Restrictions Just Took Effect

In June, the Trump administration announced new measures for travel and trade to Cuba that barred Americans from visiting the island via cruise or under the “people to people” visa, formerly two of the most popular ways to travel to the island. Then, in October, Trump announced that he would be cutting flights from the United States to most Cuban airports, which finally rolled into effect on

CCRA Travel Commerce Network and Uplift Announce Strategic Alliance to Provide New Flexible Payment Options for Travel Advisors to Offer their Clients

FORT WORTH, TEXAS – December 10, 2019 – CCRA Travel Commerce Network and Uplift are pleased to announce their collaboration to provide travel advisors a flexible financing solution that makes it easy for clients to book today and spread the cost of their vacation into low monthly payments. With Uplift Pay

Germany and Italy Declare War on The United States

The United States was still reeling from the surprise attack by the Japanese on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, and had formally declared war on Japan. Tens of thousands of young American men rushed to join the armed forces. On December 11th, Germany and Italy responded by declaring war on the United

8 Travel Trends To Expect In 2020

Just as the destinations that we love to visit as avid travelers change from year to year, decade to decade, so do the travel trends that we partake in. Travel trends over recent years have included immersive travel, sustainable travel, multigenerational travel and skip-gen travel. While all of these have their merits, the travel landscape continues to evolve. In the upcoming year, we can expect different

Holiday Travel Can Be Mayhem. Here's How I Save Money and Minimize Stress

Traveling for the holidays isn’t always fun. From flight delays to long transit times, there are so many factors out of our control. While holiday travel plans will not always go as expected, there are things you can do to make your journey a little less stressful and a little more pleasant — and a bit more budget-friendly. You already know you’ll be packing more than your clothes and essentials. Presents

12 Best Travel Insurance Policies and Why You Need Them

You’ve purchased your flights and booked your hotel. Now, what about travel insurance? These days, it’s easy to add coverage to your trip, but what's the best travel insurance policy to buy? And is the extra cost always necessary? When planning a trip, nobody loves imagining worst-case scenarios and everyone has a different risk tolerance. For a weekend road trip, you may be willing to cross your

US scraps flights to nine Cuban destinations, adding to list of punishing sanctions

Starting Tuesday, it will be even harder for Americans to visit Cuba as a Trump administration mandate to US airlines to cut flights to nine destinations on the island takes effect. Only US flights to Cuba's capital Havana won't be canceled. The measure, which was announced in October, adds to an increasing list of punishing sanctions meted out to Cuba. The Trump administration has called on the

Severe turbulence leaves cabin crew member with broken ankle

Few people enjoy in-flight turbulence, but while it's anxiety-inducing you're usually pretty safe and secure with your seat belt fastened. But on a Thomas Cook flight from Varadero Airport, Cuba, to Manchester Airport in the UK earlier this year, sudden unexpected severe turbulence caused two cabin crew members to suffer injuries -- with one flight attendant breaking an ankle and the other receiving

You Could Get Paid to Build Lego Models All Day at California's New Legoland Park

Do you have what it takes to be a master builder? According to SFGate, Legoland Discovery Center Bay Area, a new Lego park opening soon in Milpitas, California, is looking for a master model builder, so break out those tiny, plastic bricks and show Lego what you’re made of. Candidates who think they have the Lego know-how must participate in The Brick Factor competition, a two-day event that

Five of the UK’s best new hotels for foodies: reviewed

Completely refurbished this year, the hotel is part of the Oakly Park estate owned by a direct descendant (and namesake) of Robert Clive, scourge of the Indian subcontinent. Three new bedrooms have been created in the large former farmhouse, while another 14 – in what were once outbuildings – have had extensive makeovers. My stay was in one of the new rooms and I found it a comfortable

The Italian village that celebrates ugliness

Tucked in a valley between the Apennine Mountains and the Adriatic Sea in central Italy, Piobbico is a handsome medieval town full of grand stone buildings surrounded by lush forests. But despite its picture-perfect setting, Piobbico is renowned for the “ugliness” of its people. Since 1879, this 2,000-person town has been home to the Club dei Brutti (“The Ugly Club”), an association whose members

WestJet Continues Their Holiday Video Tradition — This Time Asking People If They Want to Donate Prizes They’ve Won

WestJet has done it again. The Canadian carrier continued its annual tradition of producing a hearfelt Christmas video by offering people free flights and vacations — and then asking if they’d like to donate them instead to benefit families who are part of the Ronald McDonald House charities. Spoiler alert: many people donate their gifts and we can’t promise you won’t be crying by the end of it. In

Here’s Why the Northern Lights Are 100% Worth the Journey North

For centuries, people have tried and failed to describe the experience of standing under the northern lights. Viewers have been exhilarated, moved to tears, surprised into stunned silence as undulating ribbons of green light dance across the sky. Among other things, Aristotle described them as “jumping goats.” The Norse epic Kongespeilet calls them “a vast flame of fire.” Galileo called the

Villa Mojana

A refined and exclusive six-bedroom villa on the tree-clad slopes of Lake Como, near the enchanting town of Bellagio. With limpid views of the water, an infinity pool and Italian designer décor, it’s an intimate and romantic setting for popping questions and champagne corks. A refined and exclusive six-bedroom villa on the tree-clad slopes of Lake Como, near the enchanting town of

Everything You Need to Know Before You Go to Spain

Sometimes travel advice can seem obvious: Don’t rush! Drink a lot of wine! Hang out at the beach! These things are all true in Spain. But, the country can also be a little tricky. With its varied climate zones, regional cultural heritage, and ongoing issues related to the Catalan bid for independence, there are important factors to keep in mind if you want to have a smooth and drama-free visit. Before

Cruise line sued by family of toddler who fell to her death from window

The parents of an 18-month-old who fell to her death from an open window on a Royal Caribbean Cruise ship in July are expected to announce Wednesday a lawsuit against the cruise line over the accident that they contend is the company’s fault. Alan Wiegand and Kimberly Schultz Wiegand, of South Bend, Indiana, were on a Royal Caribbean Cruise ship in Puerto Rico when their daughter, Chloe

Royal Caribbean passengers hurt in New Zealand volcano eruption: Is the cruise line liable?

A volcanic eruption Monday on White Island in New Zealand killed at least six people, left eight others presumed dead and injured many more, leaving police questioning why 47 people – including Royal Caribbean cruise passengers – were on the island that had seen an increase in seismic activity in recent weeks. "We are devastated by today’s events and our hearts go out to all those affected

Central Holidays Unveils the Ultimate Experiential Opportunities in New 2020 Europe Brochure

Moonachie, NJ – (December 9, 2019) – Central Holidays today announced the debut of its 2020 Europe brochure with authentically rich experiences in Greece, France, Malta, Spain, Portugal, & Croatia, featuring inspired itineraries and ultra-personalized programs. Celebrated for its affordable luxury itineraries, uniquely

Croatia’s Katarina Line Announces 2020 Trade Show Schedule for North America Following Record 2019 Bookings

With a fleet of more than 60 ships in six different categories, Katarina Line continues to build its reputation worldwide as Croatia’s premier small ship cruising company and leading DMC. Coming off a record year in bookings, the company has announced its schedule for participation in winter 2020 workshops and trade shows

The King Abdicates the Throne

His name was Edward Albert Christian George Andrew Patrick David and he ascended the throne of the United Kingdom on January 20, 1936 as King Edward VIII. But shortly after he took the throne, Edward announced he wished to marry American divorcee Wallis Simpson. His ministers, however, had other ideas. Being a divorcee,

Traveling overseas with kids? They might need extra measles protection

Many young children traveling abroad aren't receiving the vaccines they need to protect them from measles, a study published Monday in JAMA Pediatrics finds. Kids are more likely to be exposed to measles when traveling internationally than when they are at home in the United State, said study co-author Dr. Emily Hyle, an assistant professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School. Worldwide, measles cases have risen

France: Paris travel woes worsen as strike disrupts subway, train lines

France braced for even worse transportation woes when the new work week begins Monday due to nationwide strikes over the government’s redesign of the national retirement system. French President Emmanuel Macron convened top officials to strategize for the high-stakes week ahead. Sunday saw more travel chaos as the strikes entered their fourth day, with most French trains at a standstill. Fourteen of Paris’ subway

Inside the 'world's most beautiful cafe'

Step inside the New York Café, and you may find yourself wondering if you've accidentally entered the Hungarian equivalent to the Sistine Chapel. Built in Italian Renaissance-style, with sparkling chandeliers dangling from high ceilings and walls adorned by spectacular frescoes, it's one of the oldest cafes in the city, dating back 125 years. It looks more like a lavish palace than a place to grab a slice of cake and a coffee

Traveling To A Marathon? Study Finds The Best, The Worst

Millions of travelers each year head to marathons throughout the world — either to participate or watch. Now, a new study concludes which ones are the best and the worst. Germany’s Haspa Marathon in Hamburg is ranked the best, followed by Austria’s Vienna City Marathon and the Cracovia Marathon in Krakow, Poland, according to the study by The Sole Supplier. The company works with footwear retailers and supplies

Three Men Drove From NYC to LA in Under 28 Hours — and Didn’t Get Pulled Over

Traveling as fast as they could, three men claim they broke the cross-country driving record, making it from New York City to Los Angeles in only 27 hours and 25 minutes. The three men, Arne Toman, Douglas Tabbutt, and Berkeley Chadwick, told CNN they raced across the country in what is called the “Cannonball Run,” beating the previous record by more than an hour. They reportedly drove an average speed of 103

Unst: A real life Treasure Island

From the northern tip of Unst, Shetland – the UK’s most northerly inhabited island – a dramatic view comes into sight. Encircled by gannets, the tiny isle of Muckle Flugga rises sheer out of the North Sea. Perched atop its serrated rocks, pointing upwards like a single candle stuck into a birthday cake and marking the end of the UK like an exclamation mark, is the most northerly of Scotland’s lighthouses. It wears the colours

More Hotel Guests Steal Mattresses Than You Might Think, Survey Reveals

Plenty of people end up taking home small things from hotels, especially those little, complimentary soaps. But what about the bigger stuff, like hairdryers, bathrobes, or mattresses? Well, those go missing more than you might think. Yes, even the mattresses. A study by Wellness Heaven revealed that about 4.2 percent of the 1,157 four and five-star hotels (634 four-star hoteliers and 523 five-star hoteliers) surveyed

Crystal Cruises Debuts New 'Storytellers' Podcast

A new podcast offers listeners a chance to experience one of the highlights of taking a Crystal cruise. The new series, called Crystal Storyteller, features exclusive presentations offered onboard the small-ship luxury line, including conversations with novelists, actors, journalists and newsmakers. Each episode is focused on an expert guest speaker from a 2019 Crystal voyage in conversation with the ship's cruise director

American Airlines apologizes to passenger booted over 'Hail Satan' T-shirt

American Airlines has apologized to a passenger who was allegedly ordered to change out of her “offensive” T-shirt — or get off the plane. Runi Goyal had boarded the Las Vegas-bound flight in Florida on Oct. 30, wearing a T-shirt reading “Hail Satan” and “Est. 666,” above an image of an upside-down cross. And although she wears the shirt often, and that most people usually find it to be silly, a member of the flight crew

Penh House & Jungle Addition

Two distinct hotel properties under one banner are located on a quiet lane in walking distance to the royal palace. Penh House offers modern boutique comforts and an infinity rooftop pool, while Jungle Addition is an intimate heritage property in a quiet garden compound. Penh House is located just north of the Independence Monument, on lively Street 240, home to a number of good restaurants and shops and a 10-minute

How To Handle The Pitfalls Of France’s Latest Public Transport Meltdown

The big question on my mind for days has been will my puddy tat make it back to Strasbourg from Paris. Also will Cupcake’s minder be able to make his currently overwrought trip from Strasbourg to Paris to fetch her. For this trip–booked weeks back–now falls smack bang in the latest French transport crisis. Cupcake would be among hundreds of thousands of animals also affected by the current strikes over pension reform

Five dead, many missing and ‘no signs of life’ after volcanic eruption on popular New Zealand island

At least five people are dead with many others reported missing — and authorities now fearing the worst — after a volcano erupted Monday at a popular tourist site in New Zealand. Several dozen visitors, including some from a Royal Caribbean cruise ship, were on or near White Island when it erupted at 2:11 p.m. local time, releasing thick clouds of ash about 12,000 feet into the air. Some 18

The First African-American Governor

On this day in 1872, Pinckney Benton Stewart Pinchback became the first person of African-American descent to serve as the governor of a U.S. State. Pinchback served as the Governor of Louisiana, rising to the office after serving as the acting lieutenant governor. When the governor of Louisiana was

Want to travel more in 2020? Here are tips on where and when to go

On its Best in Travel 2020 list, Lonely Planet picked Salzburg, Austria as the number-one city to visit next year, ranking Washington, D.C. second and Cairo, Egypt third. Italy continues its reign as the favorite place to go, according to global luxury travel network Virtuoso, while Croatia heads the list of emerging destinations. Destinations topping Fodor’s list in the United States and Canada are

Where Should You Travel Based On Your Myers-Briggs Personality Type?

From travel magazines to Instagram, there is vacation inspiration everywhere. But what about picking your next trip destination based on your Myers-Briggs personality type? The idea almost out-millennials itself, but it could lead to a new adventure in 2020. Kalon Surf, a luxury surf school in Costa Rica, relied on psychologists as well as travel experts to come up with the best destinations

This 20-person Yacht Cruise Is the Best Way to See the Galapagos Islands — Without Disturbing the Animals

The sweat trickles down my forehead as I attempt to keep pace with my hiking group on what was intended to be a quick morning jaunt on the island of Española in the Galapagos. Beyond the small huffs and puffs from the people on this journey with me, there are few other sounds; just the bugs buzzing and the ocean waves crashing nearby. It’s perhaps because of this eery silence that the

Pakistan's centuries-old 'zero-waste' movement

As I circled to find a parking spot, I was awestruck by the stately mansion in the upscale neighbourhood of Karachi. Casually, my sister-in-law remarked that the equally impressive estate across the road also belonged to Bilquis Sulaman Divan, the Memon (an ethnic sub-group of Sunni Muslims) and ex-colleague of hers that we were visiting. Flanked by perfectly manicured hedges, the

7 fun things to do in the desert

Scorching days, freezing nights, precious little water and dangerous reptiles for company. It's no surprise that deserts are among the most daunting places on Earth. Some may think they're best avoided. But for the rest of us, these arid wildernesses can make for the ultimate travel playground. Read on for seven desert destinations around the world and a fun thing to do in each

Escape the Cold in These ‘Harry Potter’ and Astrology-themed Igloos by the Beach

The winter months are closing in fast, and there’s only one thing you can do about it: Seek shelter. But, this season, instead of opting for any old accommodation why not spend a little time inside an ultra-luxurious multisensory igloo instead? Gurney’s Montauk and Gurney’s Newport are erecting several themed igloos for the chilly months at their respective properties. Each tiny hut will come

Bathing in Cleopatra's desert oasis pool

There's no getting around the fact that Egypt is an arid destination. Wedged between the Sahara and Arabia, around 95% of the country is unrelenting desert. But Egypt is also blessed with a liquid bounty. Ancients called it the gift of the Nile. But it's much more than just that mighty river. Flanked by the Mediterranean on the north and the Red Sea in the east, Egypt also boasts one of the

Air Horse One: The wonderful world of equine air travel

They may not be able to recline in a comfy seat and watch the latest blockbuster release, but the world of equine air travel can be just as plush. The in-flight meals may even be better. Race horses often span the globe to attend the world's biggest events, while stallions and other precious horses regularly shuttle between different bases. It's a far cry from the days of long voyages by ship

Snow patrol: 10 great winter train journeys in Europe

Europe’s first standard-gauge mountain rail line, the Semmering – which connects Vienna with southwestern Austria – became the first transport route to be designated a Unesco heritage site. Completed in 1854, the line crosses 16 viaducts and passes through 15 tunnels, and provides a breathtaking vision of the Austrian Alps as it clings to the icy mountainside and sweeps above the snowy

Great places to kick up your heels after you've kicked off your ski boots

Winter storms across the country have kicked ski season into high gear. And celebrations are in order after a day on a snow-covered mountain. Here are four spots for post-slope merriment, a.k.a. après ski. The Yodler Restaurant and Bar, which dates to the 1950s, continues to give visitors a European ski lodge ambience and traditional Bavarian-style menu offerings such as fondue, chicken

Grand touches and Dee valley views: Palé Hall hotel review

This refurbished country retreat was enjoyed by royalty and politicians and now makes a glamorous short-break escape. Where is it? An imposing country house hotel in the tranquil Dee valley, on the fringes of Snowdonia national park. Two hours from London’s Euston station to Chester by train, followed by an hour in a car to Palé Hall. Meaning you can get there just in time for cocktails and

Michelin Chef Michel Roux Jr. To Head Up Cunard's First Food And Wine Festival at Sea

Two-star Michelin Chef Michel Roux Jr. will head up a star-studded culinary team aboard Cunard's first-ever floating food and wine festival on board Queen Mary 2. The chef patron of London's Le Gavroche will join a seven-night transatlantic crossing, departing June 7, 2020. He will host dinners in The Verandah restaurant, create a three-course signature gala menu in the Britannia Grill and

The Thirteenth Amendment

On this day in 1865, the Thirteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution became law. The Thirteenth Amendment abolished slavery and involuntary servitude. It was the first amendment to the Constitution in over sixty years. The Emancipation Proclamation issued by President Lincoln in 1863 had

American Cruise Lines Introduces Brand New Music Cities Cruises

Guilford, CT—December 4, 2019—American Cruise Lines announces brand new Music Cities cruises between Nashville and Memphis, which will sail along 4 great American rivers; the Cumberland, Ohio, Tennessee, and Mississippi Rivers, as well as Kentucky Lake & Lake Barkley, KY. On board and on shore

Collette Celebrates International Volunteer Day

Pawtucket, RI (December 5, 2019) – Collette, global tour operator, is proud to reflect on their commitment to social responsibility in honor of International Volunteer Day. Throughout 2019, Collette has put in over 2,800 volunteer hours and plans to surpass over the goal of accumulating 4,000 hours

The Worst Travel Tips and Advice

Travel trends can change overnight, and yet the advice dispensed across the globetrotting community doesn’t always keep up with the times. Some claims still hold merit or have morphed and been reframed to advise today’s traveler. But other well-intentioned wisdoms and share-worthy hacks have been passed along and lauded by everyone from guidebooks to that-friend-just-back-from

France faces second day of travel chaos as strikes continue

France is facing a second day of travel chaos and school closures after unions said there would be no let-up in nationwide strikes against Emmanuel Macron’s proposed changes to the pensions system. The far-reaching strike, which brought more than 800,000 people on to the streets on Thursday, is seen as the greatest test yet for the centrist president, who has promised to deliver the

Black Travel Vibes: Experience Kenya From A Different Point of View

From savannah grasslands peppered with herds of wildlife to bustling streets with energy that rivals any major city, Kenya is truly one of Africa’s most treasured gems. While you might think you already know the many ways to experience the East African nation from checking out social media, the beauty of the country is that there’s always something new to discover. If you’ve ever dreamed

Best places to visit in Europe in winter

Peak travel season in Europe is summer. But if you have a high tolerance for colder weather and a low tolerance for crowds, winter in Europe could be your bliss. Plus if you love a bargain, prices tend to go lower this time of year. We've got five of the best places in Europe to visit in January 2020 with a few highlights of things to do. This Renaissance favorite gets quite cool in January. But this is

British Airways unveils its newly revamped Geneva airport lounge

After opening a string of stylish lounges in New York, San Francisco and Johannesburg, British Airways has unveiled another makeover at Geneva airport, courtesy of the airline’s £6.5 billion investment promise to customers. The extended space has been intuitively redesigned to make the airport travelling experience as seamless and pain-free as possible. Zoned areas in the lounge

This High-speed Train Is Expected to Go From Portland to Vancouver in Just Two Hours

An idea for a new train line may get you from Portland to Vancouver in less than half the time it would take to drive. The Cascadia Rail has a proposed project that would connect Portland, Seattle and Vancouver via a high-speed rail network — in just two hours. It’s been in talks for the past year, but last month the Cascadia Rail Summit met outside Seattle to discuss an American pipedream: a

Recline your seat or keep it upright? We asked, you responded

Full disclosure: I am not a tiny, magical elf (h/t CNN reader Aimee), nor am I six feet tall, but Geoff from Durham, North Carolina already guessed that. I am, however, not short as Dave from NYC hedged in his response to the recent CNN Travel debate on the seat recline. In fact, I am 5 feet, 8 inches and 128 pounds on a good day -- tall enough that when the person in front of me reclines

Thanks to an Adorable Seal, NASA Is Closer to Understanding the Currents Around Antarctica

NASA's non-human employee, an elephant seal, has been hard at work collecting data in Antarctica. The seal — that weighs as much as a midsize pickup truck — started work in May to find out how the Antarctic Circumpolar Current, which flows in a loop around the continent, transfers heat, according to NASA. In an effort to gather data on the current, which NASA called “not fully

Le Refuge de Solaise

Formerly a cable station, this newly opened, Alpine retreat is now the highest hotel in France. At 2,551m, it offers exceptional mountain views from the bedrooms, apartments and open-plan dining areas, direct access to the ski domaine and a spa with a 25m indoor swimming pool. Formerly a cable station, this newly opened, Alpine retreat is now the highest hotel in France. At 2,551m, it

What caused this great warship to sink?

When it set sail from the Bay of Stockholm in 1628, the Vasa was the world’s most high-tech warship. Built under King Gustav II Adolf, the Vasa was 68m long and carried an unprecedented 64 cannons. It is one of the earliest examples of a warship with two full gun decks. This vast, beautifully decorated vessel’s glory days did not last for long, though: 20 minutes into its maiden voyage, the

Everything We Know About Disney World’s Star Wars–Themed Hotel, Opening in 2021

Soon Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge visitors won’t have to travel to a galaxy far, far away to rest up for their next day of intergalactic adventures. Disney Parks has just revealed its highly anticipated hotel will be opening its cargo bay doors in 2021. Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser isn’t just a hotel, it’s a two-night vacation experience at the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, where guests

'The snow is perfect:' Indoor ski slope opens at New Jersey's American Dream mall

Bruce Springsteen gave New Jersey his “Tunnel of Love.” More than three decades later, American Dream gave the state a tunnel of snow. Big SNOW at American Dream, the steel neck craning out of the new Meadowlands mega-mall and entertainment complex in East Rutherford, opened Thursday. Billed as North America’s first indoor, real-snow ski and snowboard center, the slope opened to

The 10 Coolest Places to Eat in 2020

Even though what constitutes an amazing meal is subjective, the restaurant world is satiated with lists. And lots of us who travel for food pay close attention to those lists. But the professional eaters are likely already onto the next thing. They’re unfurling their napkins in dining rooms from the Maldives to New Zealand in search of unexpected culinary pleasures. I asked a few of them which

Billionaire Sir Richard Branson Tours the Nearly Complete First Ship of His Adults-Only, All-Inclusive Cruise Line

Virgin Voyages’ first ship is one step closer to setting sail! Scarlet Lady, the first vessel introduced by the adults-only, all-inclusive cruise line is preparing for its maiden voyage on April 1, 2020, after successfully completing sea trials in November, according to a press release from the company headed by billionaire Sir Richard Branson. The Virgin founder, 69, boarded the ship in Marseille

Six Carnival cruise ships have been certified as sensory-inclusive. Here's what that means

Carnival Cruise Line is joining the ranks of the sensory-inclusive to help guests with autism, ADHD, PTSD, Down syndrome and other disorders. Carnival announced earlier this week that the crews of six ships based out of Miami and Fort Lauderdale have been certified as sensory-inclusive by KultureCity, an Alabama-based nonprofit group that promotes accessibility. The current list of

South African Airways Named “Best Airline In Africa” And “Best Business Class To Africa” By Business Traveler Magazine

Fort Lauderdale, FL (December 4, 2019) – South African Airways (SAA) is honored to be named “Best Airline in Africa” and “Best Business Class to Africa” in the annual 2019 Best in Business Travel Awards survey by readers of Business Traveler Magazine. The Best in Business Travel Awards distinguishes the

Central Holidays’ Group Travel Experiences Presents Promotion for Travel Advisors and Group Planners

Moonachie, NJ – (December 4, 2019) – Central Holidays’ Group Travel Experiences is unveiling a booking bonus of up to a $1000 gift card for new group bookings made with deposit by January 31, 2020. Travel advisors and group planners that book and deposit a group with a minimum of 30 travelers

The End of Prohibition

The Eighteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution was passed in 1919, over the veto of President Woodrow Wilson. Under pressure from religious and other temperance groups, the manufacture and consumption of alcoholic beverages became illegal. Almost immediately, millions of

The Top 20 Places to Travel in 2020

Every year, we here at AD bring you a list of the top travel destinations that should be on your radar for the year ahead. It’s not enough for a destination to be a nice place to visit—it’s got to be appealing to architecture and design lovers, perhaps because of an exciting new museum, a major design-themed event, an important anniversary, or just because it’s at the forefront of a burgeoning

American Airlines offers passport scanning on its mobile app for international travel

American Airlines passengers are now able to scan their passports onto their mobile apps when they check in to international flights, the company announced Wednesday. Before the airline released the new feature, passengers who checked in to international flights on the app still had to get their passports checked at the airport by a customer service agent -- even if they already uploaded a

Black Travel Vibes: Discover Sunken Treasures In The Solomon Islands

Social media might have you thinking that the travel road is worn out, but that’s far from true. Beyond the trending destinations lies untouched, hidden wonders just waiting to be discovered – and the Solomon Islands is one of them. No ritzy, instagrammable resorts to be found here, the Solomon Islands is truly one of the world’s purest adventures. Hikes on volcanic islands, lush forests

Rent the Runway and W Hotels’ New Partnership Offers Travelers the Ultimate Vacation Wardrobe

Rent the Runway is already many a fashionista’s favorite vacation packing resource, since you can essentially get a brand-new (albeit temporary) wardrobe for your next getaway without having to shell out a substantial amount of money on apparel you might not wear again. And now, RTR is making it even easier for guests at select W Hotels to get the ultimate vacation wardrobe, as they’ve

United Airlines Purchases 50 Fuel-efficient Airbus Planes to Replace Its Old Boeings

United Airlines announced on Tuesday that it has ordered 50 new Airbus jets to replace its aging Boeing aircraft. In a press release, the airline detailed the purchase of 50 A321XLR aircraft that will fly select transatlantic routes, starting in 2024. As it phases in the new aircraft, the airline will phase out its Boeing 757-200 aircraft, which are expected to reach the end of their lifespan in about 10

We Tested Disney’s New Star Wars Ride — and It’s Unlike Anything You’ve Ever Experienced

Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, the banner attraction opening tomorrow at Walt Disney World Resort, isn’t a ride at all. With four ride systems, two ships, a battalion of Stormtroopers and multiple Kylo Ren encounters, it’s an experiential journey to space and back; an ace in the hole of Disney storytelling that is as close as any of us will ever come to being inside a Star Wars film. In other

Air New Zealand testing edible coffee cups

What's better than a nice, warm cup of coffee? If you ask Air New Zealand, the answer is following the java up with the sweet taste of ... cup. Yes, that's right -- New Zealand's national carrier is experimenting with a new edible coffee cup that will further reduce waste produced on board. Although the airline had already made the big switch to biodegradable cups both on planes and in their

No cars, few people: Brazilian island is a true escape

There are no established roads, no cars. There's not even a school bus; children are picked up and taken to school by boat. Electricity is generated by solar panels, and the generator shuts off at 10:30 each night. Ilha do Cardoso is a protected area in Brazil, and only those who are born there are allowed to live there -- unless you marry a local. Just 480 people inhabit the island's handful

The 29 best beaches in the world in 2019, according to travel experts

Sand, sea, and something to sip on are usually standard ingredients for what makes a pretty good beach. But then there are some beaches that reveal a little something extra and leave a memorable mark on your sand-between-the-toes experience. Insider spoke to industry experts including tour operators, travel editors, and bloggers to find out where they found the best beaches in the world

Enter the Vault: the 'secret' room at Edinburgh's new hostel

How does a hostel stand out from the crowd? Sometimes by embracing novelty. A former courthouse in London threw off the shackles to become Clink; in Reykjavik the crumbs of a biscuit factory were swept away to create Kex; and in Amsterdam, one of the city’s most famous brothels has a new life as Cocomama. Now, an Edinburgh hostel looks to be upping the ante by turning what was

Venus Williams Throws Themed Parties on Her Family Vacations

Venus Williams travels—a lot. In 2019 alone, the 39-year-old athlete found herself on four continents, in eight countries, and in 30 cities. And with next summer's Olympics rolling out in Tokyo, it doesn't seem like she'll be slowing down anytime soon. Williams credits her tennis career, and the constant globetrotting that accompanies it, with turning her into a nomad. “No matter what

USA TODAY's guide to cruise ship gratuity fees and service charges

In the world of cruising, gratuities and service charges are the apex controversy. Many of the biggest cruise lines, including Carnival, Princess and Norwegian, automatically add to passenger bills, saying that money will be passed on to crew members in recognition of their service. Fees factored into the bill can range up to $23 per person, per day, and some lines recommend even higher

Inside FriendShip: A Music Festival Cruise

Setting sail this January is FriendShip, an experience that fuses a music festival and a cruise for four days of dancing on a ship and on a private island. This upcoming sailing will mark the second year of the event, and it will take place on the Royal Caribbean’s luxurious Navigator of the Seas and stop at Coco Cay, Bahamas for two days. According to Gary Richards—president of LiveStyle

The Discovery of the Mary Celeste

On December 4, 1872, the captain of the commercial sailing vessel Dei Gratia spotted the American ship Mary Celeste sailing toward the Straights of Gibraltar. Captain David Reed Morehouse of the Dei Gratia knew the Mary Celeste had sailed out of New York only a few weeks before. The Mary Celeste was sailing oddly

5 Hottest Places To Travel In 2020 For Your Best Vacations

In less than a month we will be in a new year, and for many of us, that means a reload of our vacation days. If you’ve got kids, it means another spring break and assorted school vacations. For all of us, it means another spring, fall, summer and winter, so no matter what your leisure preferences, schedule or the type of travel you enjoy, it means another year full of exciting possibilities. Some destinations

Is travel the secret to a long life?

I was that old gringo. I was driving south in my own car in Mexican sunshine along the straight sloping road through the thinly populated valleys of the Sierra Madre Oriental – the whole craggy spine of Mexico is mountainous. Valleys, spacious and austere, were forested with thousands of single yucca trees, the so-called dragon yucca (Yucca filifera) that Mexicans call palma china. I pulled off the road to look

The most popular city for tourists revealed

Hong Kong has been beset by political unrest and protests in 2019, but that hasn't stopped it from being named the most visited destination in the world this year. According to UK-based market research company Euromonitor International Top 100 City Destinations 2019 report, the Asian metropolis will clock up 26 million international tourist visits before the year is out. It's a glimmer of good news for

Want to work for Queen Elizabeth? She's hiring a travel director

Love travel? You could work for a royal. Britain's Queen Elizabeth II is hiring a "Director of Royal Travel," according to a job listing posted to the Buckingham Palace website. The role is a permanent, full-time position with a starting salary listed at around $111,000 (85,000 pounds). The travel director will focus on purchasing "safe, efficient, cost-effective and appropriate travel services" for the official duties of

Black Travel Vibes: Find Your Paradise In Bora Bora

With over 100 countries to explore around the world, finding the one place that will take your breath away often seems impossible, that is until you arrive on the shores of the South Pacific paradise known as Bora Bora. After all, there’s a reason the French Polynesian island consistently makes it to the top of traveler’s bucket list, it’s literally the stuff dreams are made of. From the moment you arrive by plane

And the world's best new cruise ship is ...

Viking Cruises dominated the 12th annual Cruise Critic Editors' Picks Awards for the third year in a row with five wins in 2019. Royal Caribbean International, AmaWaterways and Crystal Cruises tied for second place with three awards each, all of which were revealed on December 4. "Our list of winners represents just how much the industry continues to change -- and the fact that there really is a cruise for

Rulantica, Europa-Park’s new indoor water world

I’m ushered into what looks like an upright glass coffin, told to fold my hands across my chest in the classic corpse position – and then push a green button. I’m wondering exactly what I’ve got myself into when the trapdoor falls open and I plummet into a tube of fast-flowing water. It’s up my nose, in my mouth; I can’t see and can hardly breathe for a few tumultuous seconds before the gradient of the

Windsor Castle’s Christmas Decorations Are Seriously Splendid — and You Can Visit Them in Person

The British royal family is putting all other Christmas decorations to shame. On Monday, the family released images of the stunning holiday decor at Windsor Castle. And, with the gold drapes, the red carpet, and absolutely massive evergreen trees everywhere, it’s truly a holiday wonderland. Visitors to the castle can see all of the decor for themselves now through Jan. 5, 2020. It includes thousands of tiny twinkling

The 10 most important innovations in travel and tourism over the past decade

For an industry that is all about movement, travel changes at a glacial pace. At your local airport, the experience today will be much the same as it was in January 2010 – with the possible exception of carrying your boarding pass on your smartphone. You will need to follow the same rules to go through the same security. The odds are you will board an Airbus or Boeing jet that was designed decades ago; the

Delta Plane’s Evacuation Slide Plummets Into Massachusetts Man’s Backyard After Detaching Mid-flight

A Massachusetts man doing yard work received a shock over the weekend when a plane’s inflatable evacuation slide fell from the sky and landed in his backyard. The slide fell off a Delta plane as it passed over Wenhan Huang’s Milton, Massachusetts, home amid its flight from Paris' Charles de Gaulle Airport to Boston's Logan International Airport on Sunday. "It's kind of crazy," Huang told CNN affiliate WCVB

Legal clampdown on unruly airplane passengers

Whether they're pretending to be an airplane captain or becoming aggressive and forcing an airplane to divert, badly behaved airplane travelers continue to hit headlines. In the photo above, actors play out a disruptive scenario as part of training carried out by the aviation security company Green Light. But from January 2020, newly ratified legislation will seek to curb the issue of unruly airplane passenger

Pandaw Ship Crashes into Pontoon, Passengers Evacuated

A Pandaw river vessel has crashed into a pontoon on the River Ganges forcing the evacuation of everyone onboard. Kindat Pandaw ripped a pontoon bridge off its hinges at Patna and passengers are currently on a sandbank nearby while crew remove their luggage and safes from cabins. Paul Strachan, Pandaw Group Founder, has said in a statement to Cruise Critic: "Indeed there was a very minor collision with

When In Fiji, Do As The Billionaires Do At This $100 Million Private Island Resort

Incredible seaplane arrival courtesy of a barefoot (and very good looking) pilot? Check. Enchanting welcome complete with beautiful Fijian singing, a cold towel and a fresh coconut? Check. A stunning private one-bedroom beachfront villa complete with an infinity pool, butler, outdoor shower, and dream worthy bathtub? Check. Check. And check again. This is just the beginning of what you can expect when you

United Has Made It Way Simpler to Get a Business Class Upgrade

An upgrade to business class or first class is the holy grail of flying. It’s also becoming a rare phenomenon. Road warriors slog away on flights year after year earning the necessary status to enjoy regular upgrades. On the other hand, some airlines have introduced complicated upgrade bidding systems aimed at squeezing every last penny out of fliers willing to pony up for a shot at turning left. While

Tokyo will be short an estimated 14,000 hotel rooms each day of the 2020 Olympics, and the city is scrambling to find alternatives for the flood of visitors

An estimated 10 million visitors are expected to descend on Tokyo next summer for the 2020 Olympics. But the Japanese capital might not have room for them all. The city is facing a hotel room shortage of an estimated 14,000 rooms each day of the Olympics, according to the Nikkei Asian Review, leaving the city scrambling to find alternatives to house millions of tourists. This will be the fourth time Tokyo has

The First Heart Transplant

On December 3, 1967, Dr. Christiaan Barnard performed the first human heart transplant. Operating on a 54-year-old patient, Barnard performed the procedure in his native South Africa. The patient, Louis Washkansky, received the heart from a woman killed the day before in an auto accident. Washkansky survived for only 18

SeaDream Yacht Club Cancels Order for New Cruise Ship SeaDream Innovation

SeaDream Yacht Club has canceled its order for new ship SeaDream Innovation. In a statement, the line said the decision came after careful consideration and consultation with its shipbuilding partner, Damen. The new ship would have been delivered to SeaDream in September 2021. The cruise line noted that its existing two ships, SeaDream I and SeaDream II, have been performing well, and the

Here's how to ditch that 'flight shame' guilt

Derived from the Swedish term “flygskam” where the movement originated, “flight shame” is having a notable effect on the way people think about traveling. The concept aims to get people to stop traveling by plane in order to lower carbon emissions and has gained momentum thanks to environmental activists like Greta Thunberg, who opted to travel by boat instead of flying across the Atlantic to

Is this Japan's most perfect ramen?

In the more than 30 years that I’ve lived in Japan, I’ve eaten hundreds of bowls of ramen. Regardless of the weather, the visceral craving for a bowl of soupy, chewy ramen noodles creeps up on you, and cannot be satisfied with any other food. For ramen aficionados, this is a bit of an addiction. But I never expected that one of the most memorable bowls of ramen I’d encounter – and the only one that I’d ever

Russia and China Are Now Connected by a Bridge for the First Time Ever

The first road bridge linking Russia and China is complete following the launch of a natural gas pipeline between the two countries, Reuters reported on Monday. The new bridge, which spans the River Amur and is expected to open in the spring, will link the city of Blagoveshchensk in Russia’s Far East with Heihe in northeastern China in an effort to move larger amounts of freight traffic and agricultural

England's Most Magical Christmas Escape

Set in the aristocratic enclave of Ascot in the English countryside, Coworth Park is a favorite getaway for well-heeled Londoners all year round, but at Christmas, the property shines brightest. This year, the three-night Christmas at Coworth package features the best of the season: The festivities start on Christmas Eve with a jolly holiday-themed Champagne Afternoon Tea in the Drawing Room, accompanied

Heading To San Francisco? Stay At This Newly Renovated Hotel

This fall, one of the city’s largest hotels, the San Francisco Marriott Marquis unveiled a brand, spanking new design. If you’re visiting the Bay area for the holidays, its worth checking into one of the property’s 1,500 guestrooms to take advantage of the prime location in downtown SF: located on Mission and 4th Streets. Here are 5 reasons to stay at this newly renovated, iconic hotel: You can’t beat the

Carnival Cruise Line Returns to Homeport for the First Time in 7 Years

For the first time in seven years, Carnival Cruise Line is basing a cruise ship out of San Diego, California. Carnival Miracle began a winter schedule out of San Diego of three- to 15-day cruises, marking Carnival Cruise Line’s first departure from the port in seven years. The cruise schedule began yesterday with a seven-day sailing to the Mexican Riviera, and features a wide range of durations and destinations

Inside Dubai's $10 million VIP camel hospital

Zabeel lies unconscious on the operating table as surgeons perform an operation to remove an abscess on the 1-year-old's neck. Nothing out of the ordinary here except Zabeel has a long neck for a baby -- like the rest of the patients here. Welcome to Dubai Camel Hospital (DCH), the $10 million state-of-the-art facility that has attracted the attentions of camel connoisseurs from across the world. "The Dubai

Foreign Office warns of 'cancellations and severe delays' on French transport all week

Travel to, from and within France is about to become much more difficult with a national strike due to begin at 7pm local time on Wednesday 4 December. The shutdown will affect rail, road and air transport, with the Foreign Office warning the strike “will primarily affect public transport with cancellations and severe delays expected on trains, metros, buses and trams”. It is due to continue until

What happens when hotels go completely vegan

At Saorsa 1875 in Pitlochry, Scotland, animals aren't allowed -- but not in the traditional sense. While pets are more than welcome, the boutique hotel otherwise eschews animal products through and through, from its furnishings right down to its staff uniforms. It is, after all, the UK's first fully vegan hotel. Veganism is taking root all across the world, and the movement shows no signs of slowing down. According

Watch Cheesehead hats get made in quirky factory tour in Milwaukee

Dozens of cheese factories are in Wisconsin, but there’s only one place to watch the birth of a Cheesehead — as in the sturdy, sunshine yellow, wedge-shaped hat. Tours at Foamation Inc. show how a thick goo poured into a mold becomes a chapeau whose color and hole patterns loosely resemble a cross between cheddar and Swiss. The transformation happens within five minutes and several times a day in

A local's guide to Cork, Ireland: top 10 tips

The Republic’s second city may be small but it packs a big punch when it comes to the arts, food and having a good time. There’s a pub on George’s Quay called Callanan’s. It’s one of my favourite places to take someone who’s from out of town to have a pint of Beamish and watch the old men playing rings in the back room. I’ve taken Steve Reich there, and Aidan Gillen and Camille O’Sullivan. We use it in the

Travel World VR Releases Virtual Reality App

Travel World VR (formerly Perillo Travel VR) has been rebranded. The new brand reflects the company’s expanding role in providing a 360°/VR distribution platform along with additional marketing tools for the travel industry. This is in addition to its already established production services. The company has just

La Guardia Airport Opens

New York City's La Guardia Airport opened on this day in 1938. Celebrating its 78th birthday today, La Guardia is located in Queens County on Long Island in the the City of New York. Originally named Glenn H. Curtiss Airport, the airfield was re-named after Fiorello H. La

The Travel Institute® ‘Sleigh Full of Savings’ Promotion is Bac

FRAMINGHAM, MA, December 1, 2019 – The Travel Institute® starts its 5th annual “Season of Savings” month-long promotion December 2 this year, once again featuring a sleigh full of special training opportunities for travel professionals at all experience levels. During

How to travel without destroying the planet

Prince Harry wants us to do it. Emma Thompson does, too. And unlike the other two, who've been criticized for their high-carbon lifestyles at odds with their public pronouncements, Greta Thunberg actually does it herself. "Greening" our vacations -- making travel more sustainable without relinquishing it entirely -- is one of the fastest growing movements

Millennial retirees travel the world instead of buying a home

Kristy Shen and Bryce Leung have been traveling around the world since they retired in 2015. The millennial couple, from Toronto, initially wanted to take just one year to travel, but it's been four years and they haven’t stopped yet. "After a year ended, we realized that traveling around the world costs about the same as living in one place in an

Travel from Venice to London Gatsby-style in this 1920's-themed Luxury Train

As far as train travel goes nothing is quite as spectacular as a ride with Belmond’s Venice Simplon-Orient-Express. But, in the name of a great celebration, the company is upping the ante on its own service with the debut of “The Party.” From March 27–29, 2020, the iconic rail company will host a two-night package that transports guests across Europe and right

Where To Travel In 2020: Why Eastern Europe Should Top The List

Maybe you’ve already strolled along the romantic canals of Venice and biked your way around Copenhagen in rush hour. There’s no reason to stop exploring Europe once you’ve hit the most popular destinations—all you have to do is look east. Social media has introduced us to destinations with people regularly using Instagram for travel inspiration

Atmospheric river could bring a travel nightmare after Thanksgiving holiday

Much is made about traffic in the days before Thanksgiving. But the traffic back home after the holiday weekend can also be nasty — and this year be particularly problematic because of the weather. Just on the heels of California’s first statewide storm of the wet season, an even more powerful storm that moved into Northern and Central California on

Maine lobster, New Orleans gumbo and other foods worth traveling for

These 10 iconic dishes are so integral to the places they’re from, they’ve become destinations all on their own. Here's where to go to try them, according to USA TODAY 10Best, starting with Gumbo: Louisiana is the birthplace of two of the nation’s richest regional cuisines: Cajun and Creole. And though they share similar dishes, the way they’re prepared and

11 Over-the-top Kid-friendly Hotel Rooms Your Little Ones Will Never Forget

Traveling with kids often means trying to find ways to entertain them and keep them comfortable in destinations designed for adults. But once in a while, you come across a spot that not only welcomes children, but goes above and beyond to make them feel special. The ultimate way to make kids feel like the star of the show is to design a hotel room

10 of the best live music pubs in the UK

The Backroom venue in the Greystones pub is such a small and intimate venue that the audience can converse with the musicians. Earlier this year we saw a Canadian folk duo Pharis and Romero who blew our socks off with their beautiful harmonies and banjo playing. We have also seen Wreckless Eric there and a singer-songwriter called Sarah Jarosz from

Amsterdam Cruise Ship Calls Drop by 40 Percent Following Imposition of Cruise Passenger Tax

Amsterdam’s decision to impose a tax just on cruise passengers has led to a 40 percent reduction in the number of calls to the city this year. P&O Cruises, Cunard, MSC Cruises and Cruise & Maritime Voyages pulled out of the port earlier this year when Amsterdam city council imposed an €8 per 24-hour tax on cruise passengers from January 1, 2019. Cruise

This Hotel in Colorado Takes Christmas Seriously

Already, Colorado has an advantage when it comes to holiday fun. Thanks to snow-capped mountains, flurries of snow, and forests filled with evergreens, the state looks like the inside of a snow globe at Christmas-time. Now, in time for the holidays, a relatively new hotel—the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Hotel in Aurora, Colorado—has transformed into an all-out

Pope Urban II Launches First Crusade

On this day in 1095, Catholic Pope Urban II launched the First Crusade to reclaim the Holy Lands, and in particular Jerusalem, for the Christians. The motivations for the Crusades were multi-faceted: though often attributed to religious zeal, the Crusades were also ordered in part

Holiday travel is expensive: Here's what to tell family when you can't afford to come home

Last year, Raven Fatool and her husband had to tell their families they wouldn’t be home for Thanksgiving, Christmas or New Years. The two are entrepreneurs and own a seasonal shaved ice business that’s closed from November to February, which usually means they can visit. But last year, a decrease in sales meant the pair needed to get part-time

Where In The World? Travel Trends For 2020 - Part 2

From the rise in eco-friendly hotels to the search for authentic experiences, the world of travel has never been so ‘woke’. In a series of articles revealing what’s new and what’s coming up on the horizon, I continue my look at what’s happening in travel for 2020. Of course, the appeal of not doing very much on holiday is not a new concept – in fact, it’s often the

How Japanese bullet trains changed the world

Early on October 1, 1964, a sleek blue and white train slid effortlessly across the urban sprawl of Tokyo, its elevated tracks carrying it south toward the city of Osaka and a place in the history books. This was the dawn of Japan's "bullet train" era, widely regarded as the defining symbol of the country's astonishing recovery from the trauma of World War

American Airlines Bumped More Passengers Than All Other U.S. Airlines Combined (Video)

American Airlines bumped more passengers in 2019 than all other U.S. airlines combined, according to data from the U.S. Department of Transportation. The carrier bumped more than 3,400 passengers this year in the travel period from July through August. During that same time, Southwest bump 314 passengers, United bumped 15 and Delta did not

Forever in fashion: a tour of Naples’ finest arts and crafts makers

In Naples the build-up to Christmas is chaotic. Pilgrims descend on the city, pushing their way through narrow streets to Via San Gregorio Armeno, where workshops sell handcrafted miniature nativity figurines. The religious scenes, which are made year-round to keep up with demand, are beautifully crafted in wood, terracotta and silk. They are prized by

A local’s guide to Aberdeen

Scotland’s third-largest city is known as Granite City, and has a wealth of beautiful architecture: either on the Granite heritage trail or just by having a wander around and looking up. Styles and eras vary greatly, from the three Victorian domes of His Majesty’s Theatre, the Central Library and St Mark’s Church, to the neo-gothic Marischal College, and the

Italy Revives Abandoned Villages as Experiential Travel Destinations

As Venice continues to suffer from both climate change and overtourism, and cities like Rome and Florence are overrun with visitors during peak summer months, an alternative concept rooted in Italy’s ancient hill villages is gaining momentum. It’s designed for travelers who want to go beyond the usual stops on the Grand Tour and experience local

MSC Cruises Offers New Accessible Shore Excursion Program

MSC Cruises has announced the introduction of custom, accessible shore excursions designed for passengers with all types of mobility, available in 20 destinations including 11 ports in the Caribbean and nine ports to come in the Mediterranean. MSC has curated a collection of shore excursions with its new Accessible Tours Program that offer

Man Describes Granddaughter’s Fatal Plunge From Cruise Ship

An Indiana man charged with negligent homicide in his granddaughter’s fatal plunge from a cruise ship docked in Puerto Rico insists he didn’t realize an 11th-floor window was open before the 18-month-old fell. Salvatore Anello told “CBS This Morning” that Chloe Wiegand fell to her death in July after he lifted her to a window on the Royal Caribbean’s Freedom

2020 events you can cruise to, from the Olympics to Mardi Gras

Maybe you've dreamed of taking part in Rio de Janeiro's annual Carnival — or maybe you're a sports fan and want to attend the British Open or Monaco Grand Prix in person. No matter which 2020 events and festivals you hope to attend, you might be surprised to find out you can cruise there. Cruising to major world events — from elite sporting

The Best Room At... The Four Seasons Hotel Ritz Lisbon

Lisbon has been called many things—the new Barcelona, the new Paris, the European version of San Francisco. But it's really a singular European capital, with its own unique character, that doesn't quite compare to anything else. Where else can you find excellent wine for four euros, beaches half an hour away from the city center, and the best bread in

The Disney Parks Are Even More Magical This Holiday Season

Believe it or not, the "Happiest Place on Earth" is even more magical during the holiday season. You can meet Santa, eat peppermint-flavored treats, and take family photos in front of decorated trees anywhere, but with endless entertainment, holiday-themed rides, and a celebration of all cultures, nothing beats celebrating the festive season at a

Plan On Perfection At The Corinthia Hotel London

I was impressed the minute I entered this stately hotel, one of London’s most elegant grand properties. The Corinthia Hotel London combines grandeur with heritage and a modern touch, and is ideally located in the heart of London. It is perfectly positioned, in fact, as it is within walking distance of Trafalgar Square, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster

Entering King Tut's Tomb

On this day in 1923, Howard Carter and Lord Carnavon became the first people to enter the tomb of Pharaoh Tutankhamun in 3,000 years. The discovery is significant in part because the tomb was extremely well-preserved; its location having been forgotten to history, it was

A 'historic' storm will snarl holiday travel as 20 million people face brutal weather. Here's what you need to know

Millions of Thanksgiving travelers in the US will get walloped this week by several storms, including a dangerous system threatening parts of the West Coast. From California to Michigan, more than 20 million people are under winter weather advisories, watches or warnings, CNN meteorologist Dave Hennen said. And we're still 26 days from the official

What to Know About China's New Visa-Free 6-Day Travel Permit

Seeing iconic Chinese sights like the terracotta warriors will soon become easier as China adds Xian, Ningbo, and Chongqing to its growing list of 144-hour visa-free travel ports. China has been building itself up as a stopover hub, and the visa-free transit permit—obtained upon arrival—lets travelers from the U.S., Canada, and 51 other countries

Union Protests May Affect Thanksgiving Travel at More Than a Dozen Airports

As an estimated 2.8 million people are expected to flood airports in part of the heaviest Thanksgiving travel period on record, 17 airports around the country may even be more chaotic than expected due to a planned protest. The union Unite Here, which represents workers in airline catering, has planned Tuesday protests for 17 of the country’s busiest

Airlines waive change fees for travel through Denver ahead of snowstorm

Major airlines are waiving flight change fees ahead of a snowstorm expected to bring a foot or more of snow to Colorado on Tuesday. That means travelers booked for Tuesday flights through the Denver International Airport can try to get to their destinations early or choose to depart at a later date without a fee. Here are some airlines offering fee

The ‘Star Wars’-Inspired Music Festival That Has To Be On Your Radar

An internationally recognized music festival may come and go after a few days, but what most attendees don’t see is the amount of work a team puts into the events throughout the months leading up to it. While things may not get easier with time, having years of experience certainly makes a difference. Panda Events — a company known for a

Three Ways to Vacation in Belize: Jungle, Beach and City

Belize may be small in size. (It’s mainland is only 68 miles wide!) But, it beckons visitors with all types of fun, from cave tubing to scuba diving to birdwatching. That puts forth quite the challenge: Should you visit (a). the beaches, (b). the jungle or (c). get a city experience? The correct answer? Go with all of the above. Thanks to the country’s small

A Hotel That Lets You Be A Piece Of Living Art

The notion of a hotel room as a model of isolation is familiar to many people who travel for a living, which is why some hotels, even those catering to business road warriors, have started focusing on the communal spaces and community elements of life on the road. To a certain extent, the idea that the hotel is less about the need for basic shelter and

CroisiEurope's La Belle Des Oceans Cruise Ship Runs Aground in Thailand, Next Sailing Canceled

CroisiEurope’s Asia-based La Belle Des Oceans ran aground on Sunday, November 24, off Thailand's Phi Phi Island as it sailed towards Phuket. The current sailing, which was due to depart today, November 26, has been canceled due to damage caused to the ship's hull. It is not yet known if the next sailing will go ahead. All 77 passengers, plus the ship's

The world's most luxurious horseback escapes

Seeing the world on horseback is a luxury and at these equestrian vacation destinations, horses and riders are treated like royalty as they discover diverse cultures, captivating traditions and posh accommodations in settings from Botswana to California. You don't have to be an expert equestrian to saddle up at stunning equestrian-friendly locations

Aurora adventure: Norway’s northern lights, on a budget

Beyond the cottage windows the world is white and still. Snow-covered mountains tumble to the sea. A single otter scuttles along the frozen river and disappears into the twilight. It’s 2pm but the light’s fading, colouring the scene an eerie blue. It’s the lure of the Arctic winter that has brought me to northern Norway in January – the strangeness of an

Turkey's ancient tradition of "paying it forward"

At my local bakery in Göztepe, near Kadıköy on the Asian side of Istanbul, everything is made on the premises in a wood-fired oven tucked away at the back. Any space not taken up by the 1,200 white loaves they produce a day is filled with baguettes, rolls, rye, multigrain and cornbread, as well as cakes, biscuits and pastries. Amidst the constant

Ferragamo Family Has Turned A Medieval Village Into A Luxury Resort

Most people would associate Ferragamo with luxury shoes, but the family name is also associated with winemaking, hospitality and enogastronomy at Il Borro, a medieval village tucked in between the hills of Val d’Arno and Arezzo. The virescent village which holds 1,000 years of history and occupies over 1,700 acres, is synonymous with organic

Norwegian Joy cruise passengers fall ill with possible norovirus

Passengers fell ill during a 16-day cruise aboard the Norwegian Joy, with four people requesting to be taken to the hospital on Sunday after docking in Los Angeles. Reports from passengers indicate the illness was the stomach bug known as norovirus, though it's unclear how many people got sick. The Norwegian Joy departed Nov. 8 from Miami and

Congresswoman Lauren Underwood Carbo Loads to Sleep on Planes

Lauren Underwood was sworn into the House of Representatives on January 3, 2019, at the age of 32, making her the youngest black woman to ever serve in Congress. Since then, the congresswoman has focused on lowering prescription drug costs, creating policies around black maternal healthcare, and eliminating copays for chronic conditions. That is

The Hollywood Ten

On November 25th, 1947, a group of Hollywood studio executives blacklisted and banned from employment 10 individuals for suspected Communist sympathies. The prior day, the Congress of the United States had cited these same individuals for contempt for refusing to

Thanksgiving Travel Could Be Disrupted by Rain and Snow Across the U.S.

Thanksgiving travel is expected to be unusually busy this year. More than 55 million people are expected to travel more than 50 miles or more away from home for Thanksgiving, making 2019 the second-busiest travel day since 2000, according to AAA. But before you hit the road this week, it might be smart to first check the weather forecast. Storms in

Dirty planet but a clean conscience? The truth about airplane carbon offsetting

In aviation, it would seem, claiming you're going green is becoming as important as competing on fares. When European budget airline easyJet released its annual results this week, they paired the report with an announcement that from November 19, it would become the world's first airline operating net-zero carbon flights. It would achieve this, it

A Guide to Traveling When You're Transgender

People tend to look at me funny when I tell them I love flying, but it’s true. I always have. I've gotten my packing process down to a science and airports give me an excuse to put my phone on airplane mode for a few hours and catch up on reading without distraction. But as I left for a recent work trip, I was unable to ease my travel anxiety. My palms

The Dutch islands of tomorrow

From the Lelystad dock, the Markermeer could hardly seem less remarkable. Reinforced by unlovable concrete slipways, the shallow lake, also considered an inland sea, stretches for some 40km, flooding a 700sq-km expanse of the central Netherlands. At its most southerly point, it just about reaches Amsterdam, and to the north, west and east it continues

12 Beautiful Sonoma Wineries to Visit Right Now

Sonoma Valley. Just the name suggests innate decadence and glorious beauty, which makes natural disasters, like the recent Kincade Fire, all the more devastating. Fortunately, less than 8% of Sonoma's one million acres of rolling hills, verdant farmland, pristine redwood groves, and coastal inlets were damaged. And the 2019 harvest was 92% complete

Brilliant winter holidays in Europe

The historic city of Deventer, a 1hr 20min train ride from Amsterdam, holds a two-day Dickens Festival every December (weekend of 14-15 this year, free entry, though be prepared to queue). Nearly 1,000 costumed Dickens characters, from gentry to urchins, play their parts with real enthusiasm in the spruce-tree decked streets. You might bump into Bob

Why You Should Visit Northern Thailand This Winter

From the remote tropical verdure of Chiang Rai province’s Golden Triangle—abutting Myanmar and Laos in what was once the notorious nexus of the global opium trade—to the bustling city of Chiang Mai, the “rose of the north” and home to more than 300 Buddhist temples, northern Thailand has retained a distinct cultural flavor. This is in part thanks to its

Tokyo's best ramen restaurants, according to AI technology

In a world where one out of every seven online reviews could be fake, it can be difficult to know whether a restaurant really deserves top marks. Bearing this in mind, one Japan company has compiled a list of what it believes are truly the best ramen joints in Tokyo -- all by using artificial intelligence technology. TDAI Lab, an AI algorithm solution

The Cartoon Network Hotel Is Officially Opening Summer 2020

If you’ve ever dreamt of spending a night surrounded by your favorite cartoons you’re in luck — the Cartoon Network Hotel is (almost) open for business. The Cartoon Network Hotel, located in Lancaster Pennsylvania, right next to Dutch Wonderland, is now accepting bookings for its June 2020 opening. The resort is just as over-the-top as you might expect

Breezes Resort And Spa In The Bahamas Weathers The Storm

During the historic and tragic 2019 Atlantic hurricane season, some of the islands of the Bahamas were spared the brunt of the storms. Sadly, Abaco Island and Grand Bahamas Island suffered the worst of Hurricane Dorian’s slow turmoil, with 65 lives lost and over $7 billion dollars in damages. Relief efforts across the Bahamas demonstrated the generosity and

These Are The Best Airlines To Fly In 2020

When it comes to the best airlines to fly in 2020, you probably expect the basics. You want an airline that's safe, on time, and doesn't lose your luggage. But there's only one place to find that information for domestic airlines: in the venerable Airline Quality Rating (AQR). Although that annual rating doesn't come out until next April, one of the AQR

Just Back From 'New' Oasis of the Seas: Hits and Misses

When Oasis of the Seas sailed its first shakedown voyage in November 2009, Cruise Critic was on the scene. Exactly 10 years (to the day) later, we're back onboard following the ship's massive $165 million refurbishment as part of Royal Caribbean's Royal Amplification initiative, which aims to keep older ships fresh. With just two days to cram in all of the

People of Venice protest over floods and cruise ships

Thousands of Venetians have taken to the streets to protest over frequent flooding and the impact of giant cruise ships. In heavy rain between 2,000 and 3,000 people answered the call of environmental groups and a collective opposed to the ships. Critics say the waves cruise ships create are eroding Venice’s foundations. Chanting “Venice resist” and calling

Blackbeard

On this day in the year 1718, the notorious pirate Blackbeard was killed in battle off the coast of Ocracoke, North Carolina by a crew of British sailors under the authority of the governor of Virginia. Blackbeard, whose real name was Edward Teach, had a fearsome reputation. He

Holiday travel basics for infrequent flyers: 6 things to know if you haven't flown lately

Holiday travel season could easily be called the season of smug and ugh at the airport. Frequent flyers who live on airplanes throughout the year have to temporarily co-exist with travelers who only hop on a plane once a year, if that. From Transportation Security Administration lines to the boarding area, the most impatient among them can't contain

Joe Jonas Travel Series Greenlit at Quibi

Joe Jonas is going on an adventure. The singer, who is of course one third of the Jonas Brothers, is set to host and executive produce a travel series titled “Cup of Joe,” inspired by his Instagram account. “Cup of Joe” will follow Jonas as he travels around the world for the trio’s Happiness Begins tour. A local will guide him around each city he stops at

Spain's unsung region has hardly any tourists

It's hard to stand out in a country dotted with so many landmarks, but for a taste of Spain minus the crowds, Extremadura makes a compelling case. Overshadowed by neighboring Andalusia, this sunny region revels in bucolic charm and medieval heritage, Roman sites and a well-rounded calendar of festivities, all served with some of the

LGBT travel index puts Sweden top, and warns against some popular destinations

Sweden has been named the most LGBT-friendly country in the world for travellers according to new research into gay rights in 150 countries. The LGBTQ+ Danger Index was created by ranking the 150 most-visited countries using eight factors, including legalised same-sex marriage, worker protection and whether, based on Gallup poll findings, it is a good

A New Study Shows Your Fellow Travelers Could Be Making You Sick

Should the sniffles keep you away from your next holiday? Sure, you’re feeling gross, but Starbucks has hot tea and Hudson News has Tylenol Cold PM which means you’re sure to fall asleep on the flight, even in economy. And you’ll wake with the satisfaction that you didn’t let a cold ruin your vacation. Good for you, right? Wrong. Evidence from a new

This Spa Combines Female Empowerment With Wedding Beauty and Travel Prep

The beauty industry has seen lots of changes and growth over the past decade. Millennial women are now more often concerned with wellness and ‘self-care’ and how they affect beauty, rather than simply beauty as a standalone concept. I spoke with Ashley Hilmes the founder of Vega Vitality, a medi-spa in Boston about female empowerment, wedding

Crystal Cruises Releases Signature App for Use Pre-Cruise and Onboard

Crystal Cruises released a new self-named phone app giving cruisers the opportunity to explore itineraries pre-cruise or check out onboard activities once on their ship. "We created the Crystal app to cater to the many savvy travelers who are constantly on the go and appreciate having all the information and choices available at their fingertips, when and

Australia’s subterranean oasis

Nothing about the Australian town of Coober Pedy is for the faint of heart – it’s blisteringly hot, located in the country’s remote Outback interior and is usually covered in a thin veil of red dust from local opal mines. But rather than move to a cooler, more hospitable climate, residents have gotten creative, building a subterranean community in old mines and

Seoul chef sues Michelin Guide for including his restaurant

Some chefs dream their whole lives of winning a Michelin star. But not Eo Yun-gwon. The South Korean chef is reportedly suing Michelin for including his restaurant Ristorante Eo in their 2019 guide to Seoul, saying that he asked them not to. He is taking action under a South Korean law against public insult, which is similar to American laws around

E-scooters are riding into serious trouble

Brussels. San Diego. Bogotá. Walk around any major tourist destination these days, and you'll see them. Electric scooters, gliding silently around city center streets, zipping through traffic signals, or abandoned -- lying on the street, propped up against trees or, in some cases, dumped in rivers. Scooter-sharing systems similar to city bike schemes have

St Moritz, The Birthplace Of Winter Sports

It’s safe to say that there is no ski resort quite like the Swiss town of St. Moritz, which looks nothing like the quaint timbered village of Zermatt, the hard charging resort of Verbier or tranquil Gstaad. St. Moritz rises above the lake of the same name like a compact fairy tale kingdom, but the turrets and towers belong to legendary five-star hotels like the

Carnival Cruise Chefs Will Teach Cooking Classes Onboard New Ship

Just because you’re onboard a cruise doesn’t mean you need to sit back and resign yourself to eating whatever you're served. Carnival Cruises announced that its newest ship, debuting next month, will feature a space for cooking classes onboard. The Carnival Panorama will feature the new Carnival Kitchen where passengers can take lessons from the

Bloody Sunday

One of the seminal events in the Irish fight with the UK for independence took place on this day in 1920. The Irish Republican Army's Chief of Intelligence, Michael Collins, devised a plan for the assassination of 35 British intelligence agents in Dublin. At an appointed time on the morning of November 21, 1920

Where In The World? Travel Trends For 2020: Part 1

From the rise in eco-friendly hotels to the search for authentic experiences, the world of travel has never been so ‘woke’. In a series of articles looking at what’s new and what’s coming up on the horizon, I reveal what’s happening in travel for 2020. Make no mistake – with the effects of climate change starting to hit home – the travel industry – along with many travellers – are starting to think

Thanksgiving weather forecast: Big storm could disrupt travel in central USA

A sprawling storm in the central U.S. could wreak travel havoc in the days before Thanksgiving: Snow, rain and even thunderstorms are possible across the region. On Tuesday and into Wednesday, there is the potential for heavy snow and winterlike travel conditions with substantial delays to spread from eastern Colorado and northeastern New Mexico to parts of Wisconsin, Minnesota and Michigan

How to Avoid Getting Parasites When You Travel

No matter where your destination, contracting a disease or parasite is highly likely when you’re swimming, hiking, petting animals or drinking unsterilized water. After a refreshing trip from an exotic destination, the only souvenirs you want to bring back are those you choose yourself. However, according to Dr. Andrea Boggild, Director of the Tropical Disease unit in Toronto as many 30% of travelers

Travel journalist illuminates controversial sides of destinations

Nneka M. Okona is a Nigerian American freelance writer from and based in Atlanta. Her work focuses on food and travel and how race, culture and history intersect with those two themes. During her journalistic career, Okona hasn’t shied away from investigating the darker, not-so-pretty parts of travel and tourism that many tend to turn a blind eye to. She’s written about destinations like

Black Travel Vibes: Get The Blues In Iceland

Known as “The Land of Fire and Ice” due to the large number of glaciers and active volcanoes that call it home, Iceland is a cool (literally) destination that Black travelers can’t seem to get enough of. In recent years, Iceland has gone from relatively unknown to the top of every travelers wish list. Globetrotters hop flights regularly to check out sites like Skógafoss Water Fall (a must-see even

The Perfect Three-day Weekend in Toronto

Canada’s largest city is known for its diversity – boasting a population of 2.9 million residents who represent 200 ethnic groups and speak more than 140 languages. International cultures are celebrated throughout the city in its restaurants, shops, and museums — and this is just one of many reasons Toronto is a great city to visit. To experience the best of Toronto, this three-day travel guide

Fake Lufthansa pilot tries to board airplane

Frequent flier Rajan Mahbubani thought he had discovered the ultimate hack for getting preferential treatment at airports. Instead it got him arrested. In a case that's been compared to the Leonardo DiCaprio conman movie "Catch Me If You Can," the 48-year-old allegedly donned the uniform of a Lufthansa pilot in order to fool airport workers into letting him bypass security lines and get seat

Paul Gauguin to Triple Fleet Size With Order for 2 New Cruise Ships

Two new ships have been ordered for South Pacific cruise line Paul Gauguin Cruises, which has been operating cruises from Tahiti since 1997 with a single vessel, Paul Gauguin. The new order, which will triple the size of Paul Gauguin's fleet, comes as a result of the line's recent acquisition by French cruise operator Ponant. Ponant has ordered two 230-passenger ships from Italy's Fincantieri

A Massive Karaoke Bar Is Coming to the Las Vegas Strip

This isn’t your typical karaoke bar. Now, you can sing your heart out in ultimate luxury. According to Eater, a new, high-end karaoke lounge called Kamu Ultra Karaoke will be coming to the Las Vegas strip in February 2020. “Karaoke has been the foundation of entertainment for the likes of imperial royalty to farmers in rural villages for thousands of years,” KAMU's General Manager, Jeffrey

Why Cruising Solo to Antarctica May Be the Best Way to See It

Antarctica has been on my bucket list since I first became a travel writer in my early twenties. I’ve managed to hit all the continents—some, like Africa, dozens of times—but Antarctica always escaped me. It’s not an easy place to reach—the cost and travel time needed for such a trip kept the destination at bay for many years. This year I had the opportunity to explore the great white continent on an

Anne-Sophie Pic: The chef who rules France

French chef Anne-Sophie Pic begins each service with a certain rhythm. Behind the scenes, tucked away from Maison Pic's comfortably chic, three Michelin-star dining room in Valence, France, Pic works meticulously yet assertively in her stunning “dream” kitchen, which is elegantly dressed in all white and looks out to a courtyard garden through floor-to-ceiling windows. Ideal for a design magazine or

This Holiday Season, Stay in an ‘Elf’-Themed Suite in New York City

If you’re a big fan of the Christmas movie, Elf, here’s your chance to indulge in papercut snowflakes and candy coated spaghetti with a hotel stay in New York City. For the 2019 holiday season, Club Wyndham has decorated a one-bedroom suite at its Wyndham Midtown 45 at New York City property based upon the 2003 movie starring Will Ferrell. It can accommodate up to four guests, and kids of all

'Beaten, strangled and unconscious': Canadian woman says she was attacked in Mexico hotel room

A Canadian woman on vacation with her family near Cancun suffered a severe beating while in her hotel room at the hands of another guest at the resort, she told several news outlets. In the early morning hours of Nov. 11, Alexandra "Lexie" York went to go eat at the Grand Bahia Principe resort she was staying at in Tulum, Mexico. She arrived at the resort on Nov. 10, according to CBC News. “She

The Sinking of the Essex

On this day in 1820, a giant sperm whale attacked and sank the whaling vessel Essex off of the western coast of South America. The survivors climbed aboard two life boats and made it to a small island. However, they soon exhausted the islands' food supply. To survive, all but three of the sailors climbed

Inside the Women Who Travel Meetup: New York City

Almost every month, we fly to a new city in the U.S. to host a Women Who Travel meetup. This month we did things a little differently, though—we decided to stay grounded and host our latest event in New York City, where we're based. We've loved flying to cities like Portland and Chicago. But this time, we wanted to bring our local community together and give the rest of our members a reason to

The 25 travel destinations you need to visit in 2020, according to National Geographic

National Geographic just released its list of the top 25 must-see travel destinations for 2020. This list features places from all over the world, and it's part of the publication's effort to advocate for more sustainable tourism. Their picks take into account a number of factors, including cultural engagement, diversity, value, affordability, and community benefit. Divided into four categories, the list

How To Travel With Friends On Different Budgets

Traveling with friends is a great way to escape the stress of everyday life, form deep connections and make memories that will last a lifetime. But group trips can also cause conflicts, especially if the travelers have different budget considerations. Although money may feel like the elephant in the room, there are ways to ease the tension over finances before and during your travels. We asked travel

15 of the most underrated travel destinations of the year, so far

Many crowds are drawn to popular travel destinations, but sometimes the best spots are the under-the-radar places you may not have heard of yet. Here are some of the most underrated travel destinations of the year, so far. There are so many old and beautiful cities to visit in Europe that it's easy to just focus on the major ones, but there are tons of underrated spots worth visiting, including

Where (not) to go in 2100: sites under threat from climate change - Lonely Planet

Planning a beach holiday for the year 2100? The travel agent might suggest Dolphin Sands in Tasmania. If sea levels rise by a metre – the estimated outcome at current temperature patterns – flood maps based on NASA data show that this nine-mile stretch of golden sand may be one of the only remaining beaches on the planet. Even with significant investment in sea defences, many of the world’s

Paleontologists Just Found Preserved Dinosaur Feathers in Australia

Preserved fossil feathers dating back 118 million years were found in Australia, leading experts to think that feathered carnivorous dinosaurs lived in the Land Down Under. National Geographic reported on Monday, that the feathers most likely belonged to small dinosaurs to help insulate them from what was frigid temperatures in the southern polar circle in the early Cretaceous period. The

White Truffle Macarons and Living History: Why You Should Take a Disney River Cruise in France for Your Next Trip

“What’s a cow’s favorite drink? A Cos-moo-politan.” The whole bus groaned, and I quietly laughed. We were having cosmopolitans for the "drink of the day," and the joke, perhaps the tenth bad cow joke our Disney Adventure Guide Veronika had regaled us with that afternoon, was just terrible enough to be funny. “What did the mother cow say to the baby cow? It’s pasture bedtime,” she continued

Why this Tokyo bar celebrates solo drinkers

Tokyo is a city filled with tiny spaces, so it's not unusual for bars or restaurants to have room for a dozen patrons or fewer. But Hitori, a bar in the chic Shinjuku district, stands out from the neighborhood's many standing-room-only establishments by encouraging a slightly different clientele. The bar's name is a clue: Hitori means "individual." The bar allows patrons to enter only if they are by

It's one of the largest non-polar glaciers on Earth

Straddling the border of Chile and Argentina, the Southern Patagonian Ice Field is one of the largest non-polar glaciers on Earth – but now it’s thinning out at an alarming rate. Even in person, it’s hard to appreciate the scale of the Southern Patagonian Ice Field – entire cities would be dwarfed if placed upon the white expanse. From the lookout at Paso del Viento (Windy Pass), vast tracts of jagged

The Lodge At Blue Sky Captivates The Cowgirl In All Of Us

The recently opened Lodge at Blue Sky in Utah could arguably seize the entire “blue sky” claim due to its incredible land, vistas, and now, 45-room resort. Montana typically owns the whole “blue sky” slogan. Indeed, there is something spectacular about the skylines there. Yet, the recently opened Lodge at Blue Sky in Utah could arguably seize the entire “blue sky” claim due to its

This Japanese hotel room costs $1 a night. The catch? You have to livestream your stay

When 27-year-old Tetsuya Inoue began running Asahi Ryokan -- the Fukuoka, Japan hotel owned by his grandmother last year -- he wondered how he could improve business in the new economy. After a British YouTuber passing through livestreamed much of his stay at the inn, Inoue had an idea -- what if he could use the internet to bring in a new audience and a new revenue stream? Now, guests

Norwegian Cruise Line Unveils Silver Cove Villas on Private Island Great Stirrup Cay

The Norwegian Edge refurbishment program has made landfall on the cruise line's private island, Great Stirrup Cay. As part of Norwegian Cruise Line's ongoing enhancements to the Bahamian port, the line unveiled Villas at Silver Cove November 19. The 38 private, air-conditioned villas range in size from studios to one- and two-bedroom spaces. Each features a daybed, a TV with on

National Review

The first edition of William F. Buckley's National Review was published on this day in 1955. A former Yale debater and editor of the Yale Daily News, the young Buckley wrote "God and Man at Yale" in 1951, establishing him as a serious intellectual thinker. He raised $300,000 to start National Review which he saw

Sick Of Traveling? Or Just Sick Because Of Traveling? New Study Shows Many Of Us Have Poor Travel Cleanliness Habits

Most travelers either remain blissfully unaware of facts, or just try not to think about it, but a new study released today shows what we’ve kinda, sorta always known: public transportation – from subway cars and buses all the way up to commercial airplanes are among the most germ-filled places Americans (and others) go. Indeed, four out of 10 Americans (39% to be precise) say they still choose to

Why Venice's Flooding Shouldn't Cancel Your Travel Plans

When I heard that Mayor Luigi Brugnaro declared a state of emergency after the historic high tides in Venice last week, my first reaction was, “I have to get there right away!” As a travel advisor, being able to see the situation on the ground firsthand would enable me to give our travelers an honest update. And after an eye-opening tour of the waterlogged city, I can say with certainty: the flooding is no

Food fantasia: Lyon’s new gastronomy centre puts the world on a plate

The Cité Internationale de la Gastronomie is part of a €230m redevelopment of the Grand Hôtel-Dieu, a monumental, pale-stone building that was the city’s main hospital until 2007. And it’s well positioned, being right on the Rhône River, in the heart of Lyon. “It’s not just about Lyon and French cuisine,” says Régis Marcon, Michelin-starred chef and chairperson of the Cité’s strategic orientation committee

19 Travel Photographers to Follow on Instagram Right Now

Travel photography on Instagram can feel pretty predictable. The path to easy likes and virality is paved with clifftops in Greece, colorful Caribbean walls, and food-in-the-air shots that are meant to tickle some universal pleasure center. But just because that's what we see the most of on social media doesn't mean it's the start and finish of what's out there. In fact, it's hardly representative of the breadth of

Black Travel Vibes: The Classic Vibes Of Havana Will Steal Your Heart

There are very few places in the world that still capture the imaginations of travelers like Havana, Cuba. Its old-world architecture and classic vibes pull you in from the moment you arrive and make you feel like you’ve traveled back in time. From writer Ernest Hemingway to the queen herself Beyonce, Havana is at the top of everyone’s list. Despite our current president making travel to Cuba much more

What's left of New York's Dutch past?

When his children were at preschool in Hackensack, New Jersey, building restorer and historian Tim Adriance taught them a simple nursery rhyme. Although it has a Dutch name – Trip a Trop a Tronjes (“The Father’s Knee is a Throne”) – the song can be sung in English too, making it easy for them to learn. Soon, Adriance remembers, their whole class, mostly Filipino and African American boys

The city of spas where A-listers go to relax

Although Budapest's stunning architecture and unique tourist attractions are world renowned, many travelers flock here to sample therapeutic waters from the 118 natural thermal springs that flow through the "City of Spas." You'll find everything from Zen-inspired spa retreats to traditional Turkish Baths in Hungary's capital, but its luxury spa experience is the pièce de résistance, with a whole host of

New Zealand Airline Derails Thousands of Holiday Travelers with Flight Cancellations Due to Engine Issues

Thousands of travelers will have to reconsider their flight plans after Air New Zealand announced changes to its international schedule during peak holiday time. Due to engine issues on some Boeing 787-9 aircraft, Air New Zealand has canceled a number of international flights from December 10 until January 5, 2020 which will impact up to to 14,000 travelers. "Based on the maintenance needs of our

Royal Caribbean Is Opening the First Overwater Cabanas in the Bahamas

An exclusive retreat on Royal Caribbean’s private island destination Perfect Day at CocoCay is about to make your trip to the Bahamas even better. Beginning Jan. 31, 2020, the new Coco Beach Club on CocoCay will officially be open for business, offering travelers unique and incredible luxury and relaxation during a stop on a Royal Caribbean cruise. With the grand opening only a couple of short months

Celebrate The Holidays At These Luxury London Hotels

Winter terraces, festive food and whimsical decoration are bringing the holiday spirit to hotels across London. From a ski lodge and rooftop cinema to a Christmas tree designed by Christian Louboutin, this is how the city’s best hotels are celebrating the season. Dalloway Terrace is among London’s most talked-about outdoor dining venues. Throughout the year, this popular spot in The

This Cruise Line Is Making History With The First Women-Led Cruise

When it comes to the cruise industry, women are very much in the minority, accounting for just 2% of the world’s mariners. But Celebrity Cruise Line’s president and CEO Lisa Lutoff-Perlo is on a mission to transform gender equality in cruising. In 2015, she appointed the first American woman captain of a cruise ship; Celebrity now has an unprecedented three female captains. Celebrity also has some of the

Experience these 3 adrenaline-pumping activities in Banff National Park

With my heart pounding through my chest, my fingers grip tighter onto the rock. My legs are starting to shake and before I can stop it from happening, the first sob bubbles up and escapes. It’s only when I look back and down at my belayer that I realize I’m barely three feet off the ground. For weeks, I’ve been amping myself up to this moment and now it’s here: Rock climbing in Banff National Park. It’s

Revealed: The Most Dangerous Places To Travel In 2020

Thanks to the ease of travel, the world has never been smaller. But no matter where you go, there are risks. International SOS, a medical and travel security risk services company, has released its 11th annual Travel Risk Map, which predicts the most dangerous places to travel in 2020, as well as the biggest issues that travelers will face in the year ahead. This is accompanied

Travel Insight: Exploring The Portuguese Flavour of Goa

Outside, the sky is heavy with ominous-looking clouds – it’s the end of the monsoon season in Goa, and the sun is struggling to shine. Inside the Figueiredo House, in the village of Loutolim, it’s also dark – but this time it’s with the laden import that comes with a history dating back to 1590. Goa’s oldest home overlooks gracious paddy fields, where buffalos are roaming, while its

This Is How Brexit May Affect Travelling With You Pet In Europe

In the past, it's pretty simple to travel to Europe with a pet. Yes, your cute and cuddly family member had to get an official passport, which is a bit of a faff, but, once that was secured, they were good to go back and forth for life. Until Brexit entered the fray. If the UK does leave the EU, going on holiday with pets in tow could prove to be an administrative, and costly

Cambodia to ban elephant rides at Angkor Wat

One of Asia's most famous tourist attractions is taking a major stand for animals. Following pressure from animal activist groups, Apsara, the management authority for the Angkor Archaeological Park in Siem Reap, Cambodia announced in June 2019 it would ban elephant rides in early 2020. Now, the process has already begun. Local outlet the Khmer Times reports that

This Ranch Retreat Promises Endless Meditation and Montana Mountain Views

Silence. Dead silence. The only noise I’ve heard in the last hour was the gentle hum of a pickup’s engine, followed by delicate pitter-patter of footsteps to the welcome mat of my two-bedroom, two-bath log cabin, “Coyote.” My Stanley thermos of steaming coffee stoically awaits me in the 40-degree dawn, and I gladly receive it. It’s now about 7 a.m. and my 90-minute

A local’s guide to Treviso, Italy: 10 top tips

Treviso is a cycling city. We all get around the historic centre on two wheels: it’s a good way to avoid traffic jams, and tourists have to get used to bikes weaving between them in what look like pedestrianised streets. The surrounding region is perfect for both serious 70 to 80km routes – around picturesque hilltop Asolo and the climb up 1,775-metre Monte Grappa – or a lazy ride

Whale trail: the magnificent remoteness of the Light to Light walk

There’s a feeling of complete independence that comes with carrying everything you need. At the end of a solid walk it’s incredibly satisfying – even if your evening meal consists of two-minute noodles and a cup of tea. On the other hand, there’s also something to be said for arriving in camp to find that your extremely roomy tent has already been pitched, and a table is

The Top Five Least And Most Expensive Airports In the United States

As the busy holiday travel season approaches, a new dataset crunched by the team at The Points Guy may give insight into how expensive a trip to the airport may be. According to the new study, New York City’s three airports are among the top five most expensive in the nation to travel through. Washington Dulles and San Francisco International fill out the rest of the top

How much should you be spending on vacations?

Even if you have most of your financial life budgeted down to the dollar, figuring out what you'll spend on vacation can be a lot more difficult to predict. Prices for flights are constantly in flux. Plus, there are the unforeseen expenses like delayed flights, packages that are not as all-inclusive as you thought and tips and gratuities that mount up along the way. Older Americans

Everything You Need to Know About Visiting LEGOLAND Florida

Welcome to a theme park where everything is awesome. The LEGOLAND Florida Resort is a theme park designed with kids in mind, with plenty of rides, shows, and activities to keep the youngsters entertained. It wouldn’t be LEGOLAND without an opportunity to play with those famed bricks, and you can do so in the lobby of the LEGOLAND Hotel, atop inner tubes on

What we learned from world's longest flight

It feels like the world just got that bit smaller. A flight operated by Australian airline Qantas has just made the record-breaking trip from London to Sydney nonstop, spending 19 hours and 19 minutes in the air and opening up the possibility of scheduled direct flights between some of the farthest corners of the planet. CNN was among the handful of journalists on board this

This Historic Hotel In Music City Tops The Charts

The Hermitage Hotel was named the “Best City Center Historic Hotel” by the Historic Hotels of America at the 2019 Awards of Excellence. Historic Hotels of America is the official program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation for recognizing and celebrating the finest historic hotels around the country. The annual awards honor the most exemplary historic hotel properties

Virgin Voyages to Offer Pre-Inaugural Preview Cruises on New Ship Scarlet Lady

Virgin Voyages is giving cruisers more opportunities to catch a firsthand glimpse of its first-ever cruise ship, Scarlet Lady. Two short cruises, dubbed "Sneak-a-Peek" sailings, have been added to the ship's schedule, preceding the maiden voyage on April 1, 2020. Departing Thursday, March 26, 2020, and Sunday, March 29, 2020, these three-night sailings will each feature a day

Best world cruises and long itineraries: Norwegian, Viking, more

Whether you’re retired, on sabbatical or simply ready for a long vacation, these 10 world and long cruise itineraries can take you to numerous destinations without the need to change hotels, arrange transportation or repack at every stop. Many of these enriching experiences include gourmet food, spa treatments, enriching workshops and live entertainment. To find the cream of

William Tell

According to legend, on this day in 1307, William Tell was arrested by Hermann Gessler, a local magistrate in Switzerland seeking to enforce Hapsburg rule in the region. Tell had refused to bow to a symbol of Hapsburg rule in the town square of Burglen. As punishment, Gessler forced Tell, a

A+R Introduces Unique Fully-Guided Land + River Journey for 16 Guests

November 14, 2019 – Keene, NH – As Alexander+Roberts continues to expand its luxury offerings in North America, the pioneering travel company has announced a new Small Group Tour + Cruise along the Mississippi featuring the finest paddlewheeler on the river. To herald the launch of this new journey, the

A 'Nightmare Before Christmas' Beer Cruise Sets Sail This Holiday Season

In Tim Burton's 1993 stop-motion classic The Nightmare Before Christmas, Jack Skellington gets tired of doing the same old Halloween celebration every year, so he decides to branch out into something new and exciting: Christmas. Meanwhile, if you like the movie but are tired of simply watching it at home for the thousandth time, here's your chance to try something more exciting: a Nightmare Before

K-19

The Soviet nuclear submarine K-19 was perhaps the unluckiest piece of military equipment ever assembled. From the beginning of its construction to its decommissioning, the submarine would suffer fires, radiation leaks, and a series of fatal accidents. On the 15th of November in 1969, K-19 managed to collide with the

Here's What Travelers to Hong Kong Need to Know

Protests have been roiling Hong Kong for the past five months, but a significant escalation this week has seen public transportation shutdowns, violent protests across the territory and, as of Wednesday, foreign universities recalling their students out of fears for their safety. Thousands of arrests have been made, hundreds have been injured, and countless petrol bombs have been thrown since the start

A Record Number of Travelers Are Expected at Airports This Thanksgiving, TSA Warns

If you’re planning on catching a flight to grandma’s this Thanksgiving, you might want to leave early. According to The Associated Press, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is expecting to screen 26.8 million passengers between November 22 and December 4 due to the Thanksgiving holiday. This record number of passengers is a four percent increase from 2018. If you’re wondering how the

'We were amazed': Venice tourist recounts flooding inside hotel, resilience of the city

In the aftermath of Venice's historic flooding, tourists are trying to figure out how to salvage their trips to one of Italy's most popular vacation destinations. The city saw its second-highest recorded flood levels – just over 6 feet above sea level – on Tuesday. Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte said the government plans to declare a state of emergency to help Venice recover. Those visiting Italy are

The most beautiful castles in Wales

Wales is home to more castles per square mile than anywhere in the world, with over 600 found across this tiny, beautiful country. Each one has its own long history, with many dating back to the medieval period. As the third series of "The Crown" arrives on Netflix, including the investiture of the Prince of Wales at Caernarfon Castle in 1969, now is the time to explore these Welsh treasures. From

The Leonid Meteor Shower Will Light up the Sky Monday Night

Prepare to spend an hour or two outdoors on Monday night if skies are clear for the stunning sight of the Leonid meteor shower, which could bring as many as 15 shooting stars per hour. What’s more, sky-gazers in both the northern and southern hemispheres can look up together for this celestial spectacle. What is the Leonid meteor shower? It’s space dust that Earth is about to bust into. A stream of

Carnival Cruise Lines hired unlicensed doctor, suit alleges

A widow is claiming that Carnival Cruise Line had an unlicensed doctor working on one of their ships. She also claims that her husband’s death was the result of the doctor’s treatment and alleged misdiagnosis. Carnival Cruise, however, claims that the ship’s doctor was qualified to hold the position. Mary Ann Murphy was traveling with her husband, Daniel, in May 2018 on a four-day, three-night cruise

First Peek: The Haven On The New Norwegian Encore

Earlier this week, Norwegian Encore made its debut in New York City before heading to its Miami homeport. The 17th ship in the Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) fleet, she is the last of four in the Breakaway Plus Class, which includes her sister ships: Norwegian Escape, Norwegian Bliss and Norwegian Joy. Norwegian Encore is a mega-ship in every respect: Big, bold, and beautiful—-exceptional in terms of

Winter In Europe: The 15 Best Ski Resorts For The 2020 Season

A three-time champion, the ski resort Alpe d'Huez, located in Grenoble, France, has been voted European Best Ski Resort 2020 by European Best Destinations, the European Commission’s site dedicated to promote travel on the continent. The best ski resorts competition is decided by travelers and the 15 most popular will be promoted throughout the year to more than six millions travelers

48 Hours In Sandton, Johannesburg’s Hippest Neighborhood

Located just north of downtown Johannesburg, Sandton stands apart as a quaint and idyllic neighborhood–a serene respite from the hustle-bustle of its surrounding city. Here you’ll find some of the area’s best bars, its most acclaimed chefs, and its most luxurious lodges. As such, it remains one of the most appealing destinations for visitors in search of South African charm while touring Jozi. Arrive in

Here's how much – and whom – you should be tipping at American hotels

To tip or not to tip: That is the question. Well, one of them. You may be confused about if — and how much — you need to be tipping hotel staff, from the valet to housekeeping to the concierge. "No one really has a clear picture," Ann Sadie Osten, a travel advisor and president of Sadie’s Global Travel who specializes in luxury travel, tells USA TODAY. When in doubt, tipping is a better idea than not

Feuerstein Nature Family Resort

A stylish playground for all the family set against a stunning backdrop of beautiful mountains, waterfalls and meadows in South Tyrol. Action-packed summer days are filled with hiking and biking, while winter’s all about learning to ski and board. Splashing around in the resort’s four swimming pools? Year-round fun. A stylish playground for all the family set against a stunning backdrop of beautiful

40,000 passengers' travel plans wrecked by South African Airways strike

As a two-day strike begins at South African Airways (SAA), 40,000 passengers have had their travel plans wrecked. Members of the South African Cabin Crew Association and the National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa are taking industrial action in a dispute over pay and conditions. SAA has told passengers not to turn up at airports in South Africa and worldwide. Almost all flights have been cancelled

The Dutch windmill making artisanal bread

When most of us think of Dutch windmills, we picture quaint structures sprinkled across the pastoral plains that whimsically spin in the breeze. In reality, most of these mechanical mills pumped water, ground grain and were once run by passionate and skilled millers in the 18th Century. Now, though, millers at Kijkduin Windmill in the Dutch province of North Holland are bringing new life and love to the

Claude Monet

The French Impressionist painter Claude Monet was born on this day in 1840. Monet's painting Impression, Sunrise, gave the Impressionist movement its name. His series of more than 250 paintings of waterlilies may be his most famous work. Monet revised many of those paintings after surgery for cataracts enhanced his

Venice still needs tourism, say locals devastated by floods

Sebastian Fagarazzi was walking from the bus terminus at Piazzale Roma to his home in Cannaregio at lunchtime Wednesday when he saw two tourists coming towards him, suitcases in hand, ready to flee the city. "They were looking at the cars, like, 'Oh my god, it's salvation,'" he said. But while images of floating tables and water taxis run aground in Tuesday night's floods have made the rounds, the city is not

Black Travel Vibes: Revel in The Beauty Of The Democratic Republic Of The Congo

Formerly known as Zaire, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is a Central African nation that one could only describe as a beautiful mess. Marked by ongoing civil unrest, travel to the DRC, particularly to areas outside of the capital city of Kinshasa, is not advised for foreigners looking for an African adventure, which helps to mask the true beauty of this unknown gem. Despite its troubles, the Congo is

Why Byron Bay and the Blue Mountains Should Be on Every Travelers' Must-visit List

I found myself lost in Blue Mountains National Park, and I hadn’t even left my hotel. For the first hour in the Hydro Majestic Hotel, a sumptuous Art Deco warren about 90 minutes west of Sydney, my hometown, I wandered wide-eyed from one theatrical setting to the next, taking in the glass-domed lobby and quirky murals from the 1920s that depict both medieval knights and outback safaris. But even amid the

Traveling with a service animal doesn’t have to be difficult. New book explains how.

Travel always takes a certain amount of preparation, including searching for the best ticket (cost vs. convenience) and accommodations (proximity to attractions, on-site amenities). So imagine the planning required if a service animal is in tow for the adventure. Service animals vary in size (from a dog to a miniature horse) and the tasks they perform. Most people are familiar with guide dogs for people who are

UK Foreign Office warns against travel to Bolivia

The UK Foreign Office has issued a warning to avoid travel to Bolivia, after weeks of violent protests in the country. The FCO updated its advice on 11 November to warn against all but essential travel to the entire country, saying the “political and security situation is very uncertain across Bolivia following the resignation of the president [Evo Morales] on 10 November … since the disputed elections in October”

These Are the Best New Hotels in Queensland, Australia

Queensland has defied its laid-back reputation lately with a flurry of hotel activity—more than a dozen new ones or renovations have opened in less than two years, in locations ranging from the tropical Whitsunday islands to cattle ranches near Cairns to the glimmering skyline of Brisbane. Resorts bordering the Great Barrier Reef have undertaken initiatives designed to address recent coral bleaching and

Experimental ultra-long-haul flight takes off

As experiments go, this one should be pretty spectacular -- 19 hours, 17,800 kilometers (about 11,060 miles), 100 metric tons of jet fuel and not one, but two separate sunrises. Australian airline Qantas on Thursday launched a one-off research flight that will carry about 50 people from London to Sydney nonstop, clocking up the longest commercial passenger flight in recent aviation history in the process. The

Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line to Hold Second ArtSea Cruise

Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line will host its second ArtSea Cruise, setting sail from West Palm Beach on November 30 aboard Grand Celebration. Billed as one of the largest artistic experiences at sea, the ArtSea voyage will offer a call on Freeport before returning to West Palm Beach just days before the debut of Miami's popular Art Basel show. "ArtSea was created to provide travelers who are passionate

Here Are The Best Bookshops In America For Bibliophiles

If you’ve ever lost track of the sunlight, because you were fused to a cushioned chair with a titillating title in your hand, then raise your proverbial glass in the air and celebrate the hospitable bookshop that allowed you to read for hours on end, uninterrupted. Spending time in bookstores is especially easy when the environment is welcoming, and the space is unique. Take one step inside Shakespeare and Company

Damaged Hard Rock hotel will be completely demolished, New Orleans officials say

A month ago, the under-construction Hard Rock hotel in New Orleans’ French Quarter partially collapsed, killing three and injuring dozens. Now city officials have announced that the entire 18-story structure would be imploded. Engineers hired by the building's owners said it will take nine weeks to demolish the buildings and then three months to remove the debris. The process will stretch through a busy tourist

Mexico’s Cozumel port announces cruise ship passenger tax

The Mexican tourist resort of Cozumel is proposing its first tax on cruise ship passengers. But the island off Mexico’s Caribbean coast says it would only charge the equivalent of 65 cents per passenger. The municipal government of Cozumel says the Environmental Care Tax would be used for security, environmental and civil defense projects. The government said Wednesday the tax is “a historic event and an act of

Croatia’s Katarina Line Debuts Updated 2020 Cruise Program, Pricelist and Fleet-Wide Specials, Featuring Additional Departures for Popular Routes

Katarina Line, Croatia’s small ship cruise company and DMC, has introduced its updated 2020 program and pricelist. The program features an expanded cruising schedule and additional departures dates for some of its most popular cruises out of Split and Dubrovnik. As part of the introduction, Katarina Line

The Holland Tunnel

New York City's Holland Tunnel opened on this day in 1927. The tunnel is a marvel of early 20th century engineering, running under the Hudson River, and connecting Manhattan with Jersey City, New Jersey. The tunnel is named for its designer, Clifford Holland. Situated in bedrock under the river

Two people die as Venice floods at highest level in 50 years

Two people have died as the highest water levels for more than 50 years caused hundreds of millions of euros of possibly irreparable damage in Venice, officials have said, with another surge expected to cause further flooding. Flood levels in the lagoon city reached the second-highest level on Wednesday since records began in 1923 as a result of the acqua alta, which hit 1.87

The Latest: State Dept. warns against travel to Bolivia

The U.S. State Department is warning American citizens against traveling to Bolivia because of the unrest that has gripped the Andean nation since a disputed presidential election last month. Its notice says non-emergency U.S. government employees were authorized to leave Bolivia as of Tuesday because of the political instability accompanying civil discord that led to the resignation of

8 things to do now to make Thanksgiving flights go more smoothly

Thanksgiving is a time for lists: Grocery lists. Menus. Black Friday shopping strategies. Holiday wish lists. Here's one to add to the list if you're flying over the holidays: steps to take now to make your Thanksgiving travel go more smoothly. You wouldn't wait until the night before Christmas to shop, so why wait until you get to the airport to prepare for your Thanksgiving travels?

What happened to Myanmar's ghosts?

Captain Aung Khant, of the Burmese army, leaned back in his pink plastic chair. He was a handsome man in his 40s with a relaxed military bearing. We had just met, and I was immediately intrigued by him. “There are some people like Whoopi Goldberg who are close to ghosts,” he said. He pulled on his cigarette and smiled, gauging my reaction. “They are ordinary people, but they have a

The World’s First Hybrid Electric-Powered Cruise Ship Brings More Sustainable Travel To The Seas

Cruise travel has gotten a bit of a bad reputation. As the industry continues to grow, so do concerns of overtourism and harmful CO2 emissions. It often seems like companies prioritize profit, designating sustainability and the well-being of local communities as an afterthought. Norwegian expedition cruise operator Hurtigruten hopes to change that—and rather than wait for industry rules

The Emirati guides opening their homes to tourists

The best way to see a city is through the eyes of its locals, but until recently, it has been easy to visit the United Arab Emirates and never get to experience true Emirati culture. However, Emiratis of a new generation are opening their lives -- and some their homes -- to become the representative of their heritage. CNN Travel has spoken to some of the Abu Dhabi Emiratis leading the way in

Black Travel Vibes: Explore The Colorful Side Of London

There’s no doubt about it, London is a destination that finds its way onto many travelers’ wish list. And can you blame them? Bright red double-decker buses, cobblestone streets, stylish neighborhoods, iconic sights, and let’s not forget that our girl Meghan Markle is now the Duchess of Sussex. In short, London is a vibe. Despite its popularity, however, many visitors have yet to uncover all of

JetBlue Debuts Its Own Basic Economy Fare

JetBlue is joining the airline unbundling trend. The airline’s new “Basic Blue” fare is its cheapest offering yet — however, like most other basic economy fares, it lacks many of the features travelers may desire when booking their flights. "Our new low fare will be anything but basic, designed to help customers save while still offering the full JetBlue experience," President and COO of JetBlue

It’s A Re-imagination Of Rural Living At Four Seasons Hampshire

There’s been a flurry of UK ‘rural estate’ hotels opening of late – making the usual quiet lanes of the UK countryside practically abuzz with a gentrified, urban crew wanting to find out what all the fuss is about. The Georgian Heckfield Place in Hampshire has wowed with its beautifully-curated and crafted interiors; The Newt In Somerset, carved out of the Palladian Hadspen House, has

Carnival Cruise Line to Switch From Coke to Pepsi Products in 2020

Carnival Cruise Line is making a big change to the soft drink choices aboard its vessels. Beginning in January 2020, the line will switch from Coca-Cola products to beverages from PepsiCo, Inc. The line said in a press release that the new beverage offerings would encompass everything from Starbucks ready-drink coffee to a wide selection of iced teas, sparkling water, coffee drinks

Nutella Is Opening A Hotel Where The Pillows Are Made Of Croissants And Celebrity Chefs Cook Breakfast

Calling all people obsessed with Nutella (AKA everyone)! Your favorite chocolate hazelnut spread announced that it's launching a full-blown hotel in Napa Valley where you eat, sleep, and do all things Nutella! That's right, Nutella is opening its very own Hotella Nutella (lol) for one weekend only in Napa Valley, CA. It's designed to be perfect for superfans of the brand and that's because

The Mayor Is Guillotined

Jean Sylvain Bailly was an astronomer, and only reluctantly a politician. During the French Revolution, he became the first Mayor of Paris. One of his first acts was to restore full citizenship and rights to the Jewish population of Paris, a move that not all agreed to be a priority, and which earned him the scorn of

This Instagrammer Just Showed Everyone What Not to Do When Visiting Auschwitz

An Instagrammer has apologized to officials at the Auschwitz Memorial in Oswiecim, Poland after posting a photo of their rubber duck on social media in front of the former concentration camp’s "Gate of Death.” The unidentified travel blogger, who goes by the name of @Atuk.Apil on social media, has a small but not insignificant following on social media. There, he or she uses a rubber duck toy to

How ASMR Can Help With Travel Anxiety

If you’ve ever turned to YouTube on a sleepless night, it’s possible that you’ve encountered the wide-eyed, soft-spoken work of Emma Smith. Better known as Emma WhispersRed, of WhispersRed ASMR, the 40-year-old Brit has been producing calm-inducing videos since early 2013, after a bad car accident left her searching for ways to soothe her PTSD. Once considered an odd, even creepy

10 Signature Cocktails From Around the World and the History Behind Them

Far be it from me to tell you what to do on vacation, but I promise that enjoying a caipirinha while listening to samba on a steamy summer night in Rio, or sipping a refreshing Aperol spritz while sunning yourself on the Amalfi Coast are must-dos in those destinations. Plus, in the age of social media, if you don’t capture a cocktail shot against a scenic backdrop on your travels, did you

Photos capture rare rhinos in tender moments

Imposing, dignified and alone, a great white rhino strides through the grassy surrounds of Kenya's Solio Lodge wildlife conservancy. In another intimate shot, a black rhino calf and its mother are spotted feeding together, at the Lewa Conservency. Further south in the country, in the Tsavo West National Park, a black rhino is seen grazing at night, framed by rippling hills and illuminated by moonlight

Costa Rica's campaign to end animal selfies

Costa Rica is known for being home to some of the world's cutest animals, such as sloths and ocelots. But the country's national tourism body wants visitors to come to their country to look at animals, not to pick them up. The Costa Rican Tourism Institute is behind a campaign called #stopanimalselfies. It's a response to the increasing number of tourists who come to Costa Rica in pursuit of

Where is Malaysia's national dish?

It’s clear why nasi lemak is Malaysia’s (unofficial) national dish. Ask any Malaysian why they love nasi lemak (“rich rice”), and you’ll instantly get a variety of responses. Many associate it with the comforting tastes and smells of their childhood, while others point to its amalgam of flavours and textures that underscore a good Malaysian meal: spicy, savoury, creamy, sweet, soft and crunchy. Malaysians

Black Travel Vibes: Live Like Royalty In Marrakech

The eclectic city of Marrakech is a feast for the senses. The aroma of spices in the air, the sounds of sellers hawking their goods and the sight of locals scurrying through the maze of narrow streets, can all make you feel overwhelmed at first. But once you dig a little deeper you’ll see that there’s so much more than meets the eye. Marrakech is a city fit for royalty, where every market or riad feels

Australia Wildfires Reach 'catastrophic' Level As Flames Become Fatal

Firefighters in Australia are currently battling hundreds of wildfires, with at least nine emergency-level fires, after a “catastrophic” day of no rain. At least three people have died and 100 injured in the fires. It is one of the worst wildfire seasons on record, prompting parliament to declare a state of emergency. "What we've burnt through so far this bushfire season, and we haven't even reached

Hyatt is eliminating travel-sized plastic toiletries

Hyatt is the latest international hotel brand to ditch travel-sized toiletries from its rooms, following Holiday Inn-owner InterContinental Group and Marriott International. Portable tubes of shampoo, conditioner and bath gel will be replaced with bulk-sized toiletries across Hyatt's global chain of 220,000 rooms beginning in June 2021. The changes will affect Hyatt's (H) 900 hotels worldwide, encompassing

The 2020 List Of The World’s Best Cruises Is Out Now

U.S. News & World Report has released its annual list of the world’s best cruises. The report evaluated 176 ships in 17 of the top cruise lines to determine the rankings in six categories including best cruise lines for the money and best luxury cruise lines. The findings factored in evaluations from cruise industry experts, health assessments conducted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control

St. Kitts' New Pier Can Welcome World's Largest Cruise Ships

A new $48 million pier capable of handling ships the size of Royal Caribbean's Oasis-class vessels and Carnival's new Excel Class (Mardi Gras) has just opened at Port Zante on the Caribbean island of St. Kitts. The addition of this second pier allows St. Kitts to accommodate up to three of the world's largest cruise ships at once. The island, which holds a population of 55,000, welcomed more

Record-breaking arctic chill moving across U.S.

A massive arctic chill is moving over much of the country Monday, bringing bone-chilling cold and snow. More than 67 million Americans are under winter weather alerts, and forecasters expect hundreds of cold temperature records to be broken. The cold and snow will have people shivering across the central, southern, and eastern U.S. through the middle of the week. The Plains and

The tourists nobody wants

Rowdy groups of bachelor parties. Backpackers asking locals to pay their way. The hordes that pour daily off cruise ships, choking up city centers. It wasn't so long ago that tourists were (relatively) feted in the destinations they visited, with locals relishing the chance to earn money through a tourism economy. But today, with traveler numbers becoming out of control, and tourists dwarfing local

For some unlucky travelers, ‘disembarkation sickness’ strikes after the cruise is over

For Katy Breuer, the symptoms start as soon as she steps off a cruise ship. She feels dizzy and disoriented, can’t eat and can’t find her land legs. “It’s debilitating,” says Breuer, an executive coach from Vienna, Va. It could be worse. For some travelers, the rocking never ends. They suffer from mal de debarquement syndrome (MdDS), a rare and chronic form of reverse motion sickness. Instead

Kurt Vonnegut, Jr

Kurt Vonnegut, Jr. was born on this day in 1922. Vonnegut is arguably one of the finest novelists of the 20th century, one whose works will be remembered and read for generations to come. Vonnegut's sense of irony and black humor found its way into the literary psyche via novels such as Slaughterhouse-Five

Your next vacation should look like this

Picture the scene. A beach heaving with bodies. Sunbeds racked up alongside the pool. High tower blocks of rooms, one packed on top of another. Tourists clustered round the buffet. All in a complex gated off from the local community. A classic example of the kind of travel that devastates the environment and gives nothing back to local communities? Hell for those of us who like to think of

London-Glasgow passengers choose rail over air

The proportion of people travelling between London and Glasgow by rail rather than air has reached a record level, according to Virgin Trains. In the 12 months to July 2019, 29% of passengers chose to travel with the train company rather than fly. This is nearly two percentage points higher than the previous record set in 2014, during the Commonwealth Games. Fastest flights between the

Flight Attendants Have a Secret Language You Didn't Know About

What kind of secrets are flight attendants keeping from passengers? Turns out, it’s all hidden in the way they speak. You’ve probably noticed that flight attendants use a certain vocabulary when they talk to each other inflight. Certain words like “red eye” or “dead head” might be fairly well known amongst seasoned travelers, but there are a few words that you might not be familiar with. For

How to Travel the World and Bottle Your Own Wine While You're at It

On a sunny afternoon in Tuscany this past September, approximately 40 people sat along a narrow table under a leafy pergola, dripping with red grapes. On one end, friends, couples, family, and strangers chatted with the matriarch of this hillside estate, Sarah Sesti and her daughter Elisa. Way over on the other end sat a group of eight men, who occasionally burst into an Italian yodel—only

Mexico City's 'walking fish'

Frankie was missing half his face. A fungal infection had come over the little axolotl, a native amphibian of the waterways of Mexico City. But Frankie, along with other axolotls, have a special talent. Veterinarian and axolotl researcher Erika Servín Zamora, who was also Frankie’s caregiver, said she was astounded to see the animal’s remarkable regeneration abilities that she’d read about in her

Families and Active Passengers Are the "Next Generation" of River Cruisers

Multigenerational groups, active passengers and those who have never sailed on waterways are among the river cruise passengers of the future, according to Cruise Line International Association (CLIA). Flexible dining times, more restaurant options, larger ships and different categories of cabins -- including dedicated family rooms -- are some of the growing trends that will be seen on new

China's steam passenger night train

A train speeds across the checkerboard tracks of Chicago's bustling Tower 18 junction, sparks flying from wheels that you can almost hear screeching. Across the Atlantic in Aisgill, deep in England's beautiful Yorkshire Dales National Park, a steam locomotive weaves its way through a snowy nighttime landscape barely visible through the sooty darkness. And in China, a local passenger train is

Exploring The Medieval Treadwheel Crane In Gdansk, Poland

Transporting goods by boat has been the backbone of the world’s economy for centuries. Massive cargo ships are unloaded by skilled dockworkers using skyscraper-sized cranes. But how did ships disgorge their goods in the days before steel girders and hydropneumatics? The seaside town of Gdansk, Poland, has one answer: a multi-story wooden crane designed in the 1300s. It

The Ski And Wellness Resort In Italy To Get To Before Everyone Else Does

While the world’s top skiers head to Bormio for the FIS Alpine Ski World Cup races (December 28-29 in 2019), a time when this town near the Swiss border turns up in the media spotlight, the resort is a little-known destination for many international schussers, who are more likely to aim their Rossignols and K2s down power pistes in St. Moritz, Courchevel or Cortina d’Ampezzo. Bormio has long

10 cosy B&Bs, hotels and pubs for winter

The Angel Hotel in Abergavenny is a former coaching inn on the edge of the Brecon Beacons national park, with the Black Mountains close by. We found the bar’s old-world feel of warm lighting and wood-panelled walls a welcome hiding place when the weather took a turn for the worse. To fully enjoy the wonderful colours of the local foliage at this time of year I’d recommend joining one of the

How to Best Celebrate Christmas in London

Christmastime in London has long set the scene for Charles Dickens’s treasured novels and many a blockbuster rom-com. This year, locations across the city are offering travelers memorable ways to experience Britain’s most beloved holiday traditions. Christmastime in London has long set the scene for Charles Dickens’s treasured novels and many a blockbuster rom-com. This year, locations across

The Beer Hall Putsch

On this day in 1923, Adolf Hitler, a leader of the fledgling Nazi Party in Germany, attempted a violent overthrow of the government. In what became known as the Beer Hall Putsch, Hitler, Erich Ludendorff, and others unsuccessfully tried to seize power in Munich, Bavaria, and Germany. Hitler was arrested and

Collette Accepted Into Virtuoso®

PAWTUCKET, RI (November 6, 2019) – Collette has been accepted into Virtuoso®’s exclusive portfolio of luxury travel partners, comprised of more than 1,800 preferred suppliers in 100 countries. According to Christian Leibl-Cote, SVP of Global Business at Collette, inclusion in Virtuoso will open up new sales and

Is It Safe To Travel To Mexico?

Is Mexico safe? That’s the question many travelers are asking in light of the recent, horrific news of the brutal murders of nine Americans who were gunned down in a remote region about 100 miles from the U.S. border. The chilling incident comes on the heels of other highly publicized murders, including an American couple who was killed this summer in Guerrero in front of their 12-year-old

Black Travel Vibes: Find Your Bliss In Belize

Often overshadowed by other destinations in the region like Costa Rica and Panama, Belize is an escape that often catches many by surprise. Known for its clear blue seas, coral reefs, amazing wildlife, underwater museums, and vibrant culture, the country is definitely a getaway on the rise. Travelers looking for authentic experiences will fall in love with the warm and welcoming vibes of

'Peace corridor' opens to connect India and Pakistan

After more than 70 years, Indian Sikhs will now be able to visit one of the religion's holiest sites by crossing the international border with Pakistan without a visa. The Kartarpur Corridor is a 4.1 kilometer (2.5 mile) overland passage that links the Dera Baba Nana shrine in northwest India's Gurdaspur with the Gurdwara Darbar Sahib in Kartarpur, Pakistan. The Sikh temple -- known as a Gurdwara

Travel influencer says hacker stole his Instagram account and demanded ransom

A travel influencer says his Instagram page was recently hacked and held for ransom and wants his story to be a cautionary tale to others. Claudio Copiano Jr., with his account globalvagabonds, shares his travel experiences around the world with his more than 28,000 followers. The San Diego resident has traveled throughout the United States and 30 other countries so far, according to KGTV

You Can Board Early on Alaska Airlines If You Have a Starbucks Holiday Cup

Go ahead and pick up that Grande Peppermint Mocha before your flight — it may have more perks than just caffeine. In select airports, Alaska Airlines is offering early boarding to passengers who are carrying a holiday cup from Thursday until Sunday, according to USA Today. Any cup, whether it’s hot or cold or even one of those reusable ones (as long as they’re holiday-themed), is eligible for

The future Rockefeller Christmas tree was cut down, and it's on its way to Manhattan

The Christmas tree that will light up Rockefeller Center this holiday met its end -- in the spirit of the season, of course. A tree-cutting crew arrived at Carol Schultz's home in village of Florida, New York, early Thursday morning to saw into her winning 77-foot Norway spruce. The sacrificial tree is already headed to its Manhattan pedestal. A small crowd of local schoolchildren and beaming neighbors

Hurtigruten Christens New Roald Amundsen Cruise Ship

Amid brilliant blue skies and pristine snow and ice, Norwegian cruise-ferry company Hurtigruten christened its newest expedition vessel, Roald Amundsen, on the shores of Antarctica on November 7. At a ceremony in Chiriguano Bay on Brabant Island, the line's new hybrid-electric-powered expedition vessel was named by polar pioneer and godmother Karin Strand, capping off the event, which

The Ultimate, Once-In-A-Lifetime Voyage: A Total Solar Eclipse In Antarctica

On Dec. 4, 2021, you have the rare opportunity in one trip to experience two of the greatest natural wonders available to travelers: a cruise to Antarctica, and a total eclipse of the sun. I’ve written about the wonder of seeing the last total solar eclipse in North America in 2017. But this trip to the south polar region will top them all. Adventure Smith Explorations, announces limited availability for

German Airline Lufthansa Grounds 1,300 Flights As Flight Attendants Strike

Germany's largest airline Lufthansa has grounded 1,300 flights as the carrier attempts to weather internal turbulence caused by thousands its flight attendants on strike. The walkout, expected to last two days, is impacting travel hubs throughout Europe. The airlines apologized to passengers for the inconvenience, while the flight attendants' union, UFO, says the strike was unavoidable

The US Capitol Bombing

The Senate had planned to work late into the evening of Monday, November 7, 1983, but unexpectedly adjourned early. Consequently, at 10:58 p.m., when a thunderous explosion tore through the second floor of the Capitol’s north wing, the adjacent halls were virtually deserted. Many lives had been spared. Minutes

These five mistakes could blow your holiday travel budget

You may have the perfect plan for holiday season travel. Yet one wrong move and your carefully crafted budget could fly out the window. “The holidays are a really busy time and there are already so many things to do – from checking off wish lists to holiday functions,” said Expedia spokesperson Alexis Tiacoh. “That means a lot of travelers won’t have the time to sit and browse for the best flight and hotel

This Is Why We Travel: 16 Hyper-Specific, Extremely Healthyish Experiences You'll Never Forget

Picture your last vacation. What’s the one thing you can’t stop thinking about? Where were you? What were you doing? How did it feel, taste, look, sound like, or smell? When I ask somebody, “How was your trip,” that’s what I actually want to know. Not how you got there, not how the weather was, not how you and your boyfriend fought the whole time (okay, maybe I’m kinda curious about that). I want to

Whembley Sewell on What's Missing in the Travel Industry

Whembley Sewell is a self-proclaimed history buff, so it makes sense that on a recent trip to New Orleans, she tracked down Café Lafitte in Exile, the oldest operating LGBTQ+ bar in the U.S. "To know that for centuries people have been coming here and gathering, even when against all odds, was really moving," she says. It's exactly those sorts of travel moments that we should be talking about more

These Are The Cheapest Places To Travel For Thanksgiving This Year

It’s hard to believe that the year is almost over. With Thanksgiving 2019 just around the corner, that only means our pockets are soon to be hit with the many expenses associated with the holiday season — travel, gifts, entertaining guests and more. Not to mention, the Thanksgiving holiday itself has become the highly commercialized holiday, due to Black Friday, which is one of the biggest shopping days

State Department warned Americans against traveling to Sonora, Mexico, before killings

The State Department warned Americans against traveling to the Mexican state of Sonora months before nine members of a family with dual U.S. and Mexican citizenship were killed there Monday. Although the U.S. State Department has a level 2 travel advisory in place for the country of Mexico – calling for visitors to "exercise increased caution" – Sonora, which is just south of Arizona, is listed as level 3

How Often You Should Take a Mental Health Day, According to a Psychologist

We all could use a good, restorative mental health day every so often, but navigating how or when to take much-needed time off can be a challenge. Taking a mental health day, long vacation, or sabbatical sounds like a wonderful idea in theory, but many office workers tend to forgo quality self-care time. Some blame it on a jam-packed schedule, while others say it's frowned upon in their office. “Employees

Black Travel Vibes: Hang With Penguins In Cape Town

When it comes to travel to the continent, one destination that’s always at the top of visitors’ list is South Africa. The iconic country has a distinct place in history and is home to transformational leaders like former South African President and anti-apartheid revolutionary, Nelson Mandela. The city of Johannesburg is best known for its cool urban vibes, but if you want to experience a more picturesque side

The Simplest Way to Cure Jet Lag, According to an Airline CEO Who Takes More Than 60 Flights a Year

Jet lag – it’s the bane of every frequent flier’s existence. Drowsy days, sleepless nights, jagged hunger pangs at random times. Though there is no known cure for jet lag, everyone you ask purportedly has a tried and true method for overcoming it. Road warriors, sleep scientists, fitness experts, and nutritionists all seem to push helpful, if sometimes contradictory, strategies. Even the Queen of England

The German village split by a wall

The small farming community of Mödlareuth, located halfway between Berlin and Munich in rural Germany, is home to around 50 people and has just one pub. And yet it attracts tens of thousands of visitors a year. Upon arrival, the reason for this is clear. Among the 18 houses and farms is a 100m-long strip of concrete white wall, which was once part of the former border between East and West

The best family-friendly hotels in San Francisco, including giant Plinko and virtual-reality games

San Francisco is an all-ages playground: from the blinking arcade lights and sociable sea lions of Fisherman’s Wharf, to a splashy, high-speed ride around the bay on the infamous ‘Rocket Boat’. Happily, family-friendly hotels here are just as fun. Whimsical, nautical-themed boutiques at the wharf; city stays with free virtual-reality video games; a suite in a former chocolate factory – there’s plenty to make kids

The ‘Insider’ Mountain Resort In Italy You Might Not Know About But Should

Prominent Italians and Europeans have long considered Madonna di Campiglio a special haven offering great skiing and a stylish village atmosphere where they can go about with relative ease and without paparazzi in hot pursuit. “A lot of VIPs have houses here,” says Alberto Schiavon, a former Olympic snowboarder who with his family owns the Hotel Chalet del Sogno, a five-star luxury property in the

Norwegian and Sixthman to Host Melissa Etheridge Cruise IV

Norwegian Cruise Line and oceangoing music festival promoter Sixthman have announced the 2020 Melissa Etheridge Cruise IV, featuring Grammy and Academy Award-winning singer-songwriter Melissa Etheridge. The cruise, which will take place aboard Norwegian Pearl from October 20-26, 2020, will feature a lineup of performers including Tegan and Sara, Tig Notaro, Shawn Colvin, Lucy Spraggan, Sonia

The world's largest cruise ship has a bar with robot bartenders. Here's how my margarita compared to one made by a human.

The world's largest cruise ship is filled with surprises, from a working carousel to a zip line and even a Starbucks, but one of the wildest things on it is undoubtedly the Bionic Bar — a fully functioning cocktail bar staffed entirely by two robot bartenders. I recently took a cruise in the name of journalism, and just had to find out whether cyborg concoctions taste as good as human-made ones. Keep scrolling

South African Airways Vacations® Offers Cape Town And Safari Package With 8-Nights For The Price Of 6

Fort Lauderdale, FL (November 5, 2019) - South African Airways Vacations® (SAA Vacations®), the leisure division of South African Airways, is offering a discount of up to $800 per person on its popular “Stunning South Africa” air-inclusive package. Starting from $4,399* (restrictions apply)

Meet The Press

The highest rated Sunday morning news talk show debuted on this day in 1947. Meet The Press is actually the longest-running television show. In its earliest incarnation, Meet The Press was a 30-minute press conference with a single guest and a panel. Its first hostess was its creator, Martha

Traveling to Cabo San Lucas Is About to Get More Expensive

Your trip to Mexico is going to cost you just a bit more. The Mexican state of Baja California Sur, which includes popular resort cities like Cabo San Lucas and La Paz, will start charging a tourist tax next week for each foreign guest who visits, according to The Associated Press. And while the dreamy beaches and warm water still beckon, it will be slightly pricier to take advantage

Japan's secret udon mecca

I took the 05:27 train from Okayama one cool morning, though by the time I got off at Kaminocho Station just 25 minutes later, the air was already thick and sultry, foretelling another typically sweltering August day in Japan. A short walk down the street led me to a small, industrial-looking building, where a family of four and a handful of other customers were already slurping

New Orleans airport opens new passenger terminal

For all the perfect Dooky Chase gumbo, Sazerac cocktails and live jazz that bathe New Orleans in unmatched flavors and rhythm, the Big Easy's 60-year-old airport passenger terminal left much to be desired. The snacks tasted like airport food -- in New Orleans! -- and modern conveniences such as free Wi-Fi and plentiful charging stations for electronics were lacking. That

'Game of Thrones' city debates restaurant ban

It has so far fought overtourism by limiting the number of cruise ships that dock in its ports, banning four in five souvenir stalls, and cutting the number of tables and chairs outside restaurants by 20%. And now the Croatian port of Dubrovnik has suggested an even more stringent measure: an effective ban of all new restaurants. The city has seen an substantial growth in

10 Best Country Hotels in Portugal

Lisbon and Porto have obvious charms. But now, as Portugal is having its moment in the spotlight, need to go beyond the cities. The country is dotted with rustic farmhouses-turned-very comfortable retreats. These are places to slow way down, appreciate rugged nature and rigorously simple design, and feel at home. (And thank you to Lounge Luxury Travel for bringing me into the

TSA Check: Self-Service Checkpoints And Fewer Pat-Downs? Yes, Please.

Travelers are already accustomed to using self-service kiosks to check in at the airport and pick up their rental cars. Now the Department of Homeland Security and the Transportation Safety Administration are exploring the feasibility of a passenger self-screening solution at airport security checkpoints for TSA PreCheck members. According to a new Request for Information (RFI)

Passengers Evacuated As Celebrity Xpedition Cruise Ship Runs Aground in the Galapagos

Celebrity Xpedition ran aground on Tuesday evening in the Galapagos Islands, with the ship’s 46 passengers evacuated to a nearby vessel. "All guests and crew are safe, and we have no reported injuries," Celebrity Cruises' parent company Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd confirmed on Twitter. Passengers and some of the crew have been transferred to the line's other ship

New Delhi is choking on smog and there's no end in sight

Residents of India's capital are set to suffer record-levels of smog for at least a week, even as the local government puts in place emergency measures to try and tackle New Delhi's heavily polluted air. Flights were delayed and diverted from New Delhi's international airport Sunday when pilots could not see through the thick smog, which was more than three times the "hazardous"

These Travel Tips Will Show You How To Explore The World Without Breaking The Bank

Traveling the world on a dime sounds easy until you actually start to compare the dimes you have to flight and hotel prices. Glitch fares don’t pop up the way they used to (who remembers the great Etihad glitch of 2014?), and jetting off around the holidays, depending on the destination, could mean there are no deals at all. We’re all about finding ways to maximize our coins, without

Another Australian Aboriginal site may close

Call it the Uluru effect. With the world-famous Aboriginal site now closed to climbing by tourists, other destinations in Australia are considering similar tourist-reducing measures. Wollumbin, also known by its English name Mount Warning, is a popular visitor spot in New South Wales about 160 kilometers (102 miles) south of Brisbane within the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Gondwana

New Porsche superyacht looks like spaceship

It's been nearly a decade in the making, but this new Porsche-designed superyacht looks more than worth the wait. Described as "a spaceship on water," the innovative Royal Falcon One went up for sale earlier this month, and it's as sleek as any luxury sports car. Developed by Singapore-based firm Royal Falcon Fleet and designed by Studio F.A. Porsche, the futuristic vessel is designed in

Strand Palace Hotel, London, hotel review, Scotland on Sunday travel

It first welcomed guests in 1909 when the price of a single room with breakfast was not far off 30p in today’s money. Indeed the Strand Palace is something of a museum piece with a collection of its vintage photos and artefacts held in the V&A museum’s archives, including its 1920s revolving door and a room key recovered from a First World War trench in Normandy. I have often

Ellerton Bungalow

This superb-value boutique hotel in the Kandy hills is extremely welcoming. Carved out of a colonial-era bungalow, and surrounded by manicured gardens, spices, fruit trees and tea, there’s terrific potential for nature-filled hikes or bike rides, or simply blissing out poolside. This superb-value boutique hotel in the Kandy hills is extremely welcoming. Carved out of a colonial

California Wildfires Cause Air Quality to Drop to Dangerously Low Levels

The wildfires that ravaged the state of California over the last few weeks are largely under control. However, officials are warning the Golden State isn’t completely out of danger just yet. “We’re pretty much in the mop-up stage,” Ventura County fire captain Steve Kaufmann told the Los Angeles Times, specifically pointing to the 70-percent containment of the latest blaze, the Maria fire

Everything You Need to Know About Planning a Trip for Afrochella

Afrochella, now in its third year, is a one-day festival in Accra, Ghana celebrating Africa’s diverse culture, from cuisine to contemporary art, as well as the vibrant work of African creatives and entrepreneurs. This year, it promises to be bigger than ever, with a jam-packed schedule of live music, exhibitions, and more. The programming aligns with the “Year of Return, Ghana 2019,”

48 hours in . . . Singapore, an insider guide to the Garden City

Sir Stamford Raffles first set foot in Singapore 200 years ago. This bicentennial milestone is celebrated with events and festivities aplenty, chief amongst them a multimedia sensory experience at Fort Canning Centre that showcases key moments of Singapore’s 700-year history tracing back to 1299. But why stop here when you can experience the Lion City in all its old-meets-new glory?

At Least 9 Members of Mormon Family in Mexico Are Killed in Ambush

At least three women and six children in a prominent local Mormon family were killed on Monday when their vehicles were ambushed in northern Mexico by gunmen believed to be members of organized crime, family members said. The attack alarmed a nation already reeling from record violence this year. Members of the LeBarón family, American citizens who have lived in a

Royal Caribbean passenger airlifted from Anthem of the Seas off North Carolina coast

A Royal Caribbean passenger was airlifted from the Anthem of the Seas on Sunday after the ship's captain called in a request to the U.S. Coast Guard station at Elizabeth City, North Carolina. Petty Officer Edward Wargo confirmed to USA TODAY that a helicopter airlifted an elderly male patient along with his wife and the ship's doctor 60 miles southwest of Cape Hatteras on

The Gunpowder Conspiracy

The tug-of-war for the English throne between Catholics and Protestants was growing increasingly tense. A small group of English Catholics devised a plot against King James I of England and the English Parliament. Underneath the Houses of Parliament, the group planted 36 barrels of gunpowder

Luxury and Ultra-luxury Cruising: The Best of the Best

Just over 20 years ago, I took my first cruise. As we entered the ship’s atrium on our very first voyage, we were awestruck by the glamour and size of the ship. Our balcony stateroom was crisp, clean, and inviting, but it was our cabin steward who truly wowed us. Anytime we left the stateroom, she’d scurry in and completely refresh it. The ice bucket was always filled, towels replaced with fresh

Thomas Cook brand bought by Chinese company Fosun Tourism

The world’s oldest travel agency is making a comeback. The Thomas Cook company will return to business later this month after its brand name was purchased by another agency, Chinese-based Fosun Tourism, also the owner of Club Med. The British agency collapsed in September leaving 2,500 jobs lost and triggering the rescue of 150,000 travelers from the United Kingdom – the largest

Is it safe to travel to Hong Kong?

Images of riot police lobbing tear-gas canisters into angry crowds played on the news. Activists were blasted with water cannons and carted away. Thousands of protesters filled the streets, demanding greater autonomy from China. A proposed bill, since withdrawn, that would have allowed extradition of criminal suspects to mainland China ignited the dessert. What started as peaceful marches

Pretty Italian town gives homes away for free

Over the past few years, numerous towns in Italy have resorted to selling homes for just over a dollar in a bid to revitalize their dwindling communities. Zungoli near Naples and Sicily's Sambuca were the most recent Italian destinations to get in on the act, launching schemes promoting dilapidated properties for just over a dollar with the hope of attracting new residents. Now, the Sicilian

Using technology while you travel makes sense, but avoid these big mistakes

The arrival of November marks the unofficial kickoff to the travel season, be it over Thanksgiving weekend, Christmas road trips to see family next month, or perhaps a winter vacation down south. But in the digital age, travelers face a few extra risks they we didn’t have to worry about before laptops, smartphones, tablets and other devices were included among typical travel gear. It's worth it to

These 6 Cruises Have Airfare Included in the Price

One of the best things about cruising is being able to see several different places without having to book flights or trains from one place to the next. But usually, you still have to arrange travel to the cruise itself. And while getting to the cruise’s departure port should be part of your budget, it can be annoying to have to spend money on a flight when you’ve already set down a chunk of

Everything You Need to Know About Barranco, Lima’s Coolest Neighborhood

Entering the Barranco neighborhood of Lima is sort of like entering Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Factory. No, there isn’t a chocolate river or edible flowers and trees, but it’s a lively respite from the moody skies and gray clouds lurking above Lima. Known as the SoHo of Lima, Barranco is one of the city's hippest neighborhoods, with colorful street art, tucked away bars and coffee shops, vibrant old

10 U.S. Ski Resorts Every Snowbird Needs to Visit in Their Lifetime

When it comes to choosing the best ski resort in the U.S. for an unforgettable winter vacation, there are plenty of choices. The best resorts have more than just difficult runs and thousands of acres of mountain to explore — they also offer a variety of terrain to fit every ski and snowboard skill level, as well as a robust après-ski culture and plenty to do off the mountain. From a 6-mile-run at the

China perfected fake meat centuries before the Impossible Burger

When 29-year-old Wang Jianguang was growing up in a poor neighborhood in China's northern Shanxi province, his family would buy him chicken wings with soy sauce as a rare treat. Except they weren't actually made of chicken. The wings were an intricate combination of soybeans and peanuts. "They looked just like chicken wings, though," Wang said. It was his first encounter with

Armenian Wines Are Kicking With Quality

Armenian wines—despite a checkered past—look toward a brilliant future. In a land resembling a cross between rural Utah, inland California and South Pass, Wyoming, with a capital city (Yerevan) that is safe, attractive and progressive, modern Armenian winemakers are a diverse and hardy lot. Representative backgrounds include that of a Berkeley chef, a Milanese fashion guru, an

Enjoy Belle Epoque Style, Contemporary Attitude At Newest Paris Palace, Hotel Lutetia

It’s the news everyone had been waiting for. At least those of us with an interest in outstanding luxury hotels. The Hôtel Lutetia has joined the ranks of France’s prestigious, government-sanctioned palace hotels–the first such establishment on Paris’s Rive Gauche. The palace rating has been hotly anticipated since the 184-room grande dame hotel reopened its doors in July 2018 after a dramatic

Tracy Chevalier’s ‘trail of two cities’ along the Clarendon Way

When researching my novels I often do what my characters do. While writing Girl with a Pearl Earring, I took a painting class. For Remarkable Creatures, I hunted for fossils on the beach at Lyme Regis, just as Mary Anning did. For my latest novel, A Single Thread, I learned needlepoint the way my heroine Violet Speedwell does – to make cushions and kneelers for Winchester cathedral in the

Norwegian Billionaire Invests In Thomas Cook Scandinavia, Airline To Rebrand

When Thomas Cook went under last month leaving tens of thousands of passengers stranded and thousands of staff out of work, Thomas Cook Scandinavia moved quickly to distance itself from trouble. The Nordic business had always been operated at arms length from the UK-based Thomas Cook under the name Ving Group. It did suspend flights following the parent company’s

Delta airline will restore LGBTQ scenes to Booksmart and Rocketman

The airline Delta has said it will start showing fuller versions of the films Booksmart and Rocketman that were controversially edited to remove scenes involving LGBTQ love and sexuality. “We are working to make sure this doesn’t happen again,” a spokeswoman said. Delta faced criticism after it emerged it was showing films with edits that seemingly targeted gay and lesbian sexuality. The

The Tomb of Tutankhamun

Tutankhamun was an Egyptian Pharaoh ruling from approximately 1341 BC to 1323 BC. The boy-king was only eight years old when he became Pharaoh. Howard Carter, a British Egyptologist, had found clues to the existence of the Pharaoh, but the location of his tomb was unknown because of the scarcity

The White House

On this day in the year 1800, President John Adams became the first United States President to move into and take up residence in the Executive Mansion, later to be called "The White House." Adams penned a prayer the next day that read: "I pray Heaven to bestow the best of blessings on this House

Central Holidays Unveils the Ultimate Experiential Opportunities in New 2020 Italy Brochure

Moonachie, NJ – (October 30, 2019) – Central Holidays today announced the launch of its new 2020 Italy brochure with exclusive experiential travel opportunities for all ages of travelers in this 100-page publication. Celebrated for exclusive experiential itineraries, uniquely presented by Central Holidays, the

Eight reasons why New Zealand offers the best scenic cruising in the world

Nature has blessed New Zealand with an ethereal beauty, packing countless natural wonders into two diverse islands. The South Island is the least populated and boasts the most dramatic scenery, with spectacular fiords, glaciers, waterfalls, rainforests and mountains. The North Island is where you’ll find secluded coves, pristine beaches, unspoilt forests and the big cities of Auckland and

MSC Cruises Takes Delivery of first Meraviglia Plus Class Ship, MSC Grandiosa

MSC Cruises has taken delivery of MSC Grandiosa, the first in the line's Meraviglia Plus Class ships and billed as the one of the most environmentally-advanced ships at sea. The official handover of the 17th ship in the MSC fleet took place at the Chantiers de l'Atlantique shipyard in Saint-Nazaire, France, following a steel-cutting ceremony to mark the start of construction for the line’s first

The world's most glamorous airlines

Once upon a time, air travel was glamorous. In the 1950s, air travel's so-called golden age, flying was an occasion. Passengers dressed up, flight attendants served meals on china, standard seats were roomier, and everything about the experience felt dignified. Today flying is associated with overbooking, cramped quarters, badly behaved passengers and inevitable delays. But for travelers

Travel annoyances abound in the air and on the ground. Here's how to fix a few of them

What do you hate about travel? And is there any way to fix the problem, besides staying home? For Brett Manders, the answer to "what drives you crazy?" is simple. "The carousel cozy-uppers," he says. You know, the folks who crowd around the baggage carousel after a flight lands. "I'm 100% certain that your bags will not come out any quicker the closer you are to the baggage carousel,"

The second coming of a paradise island

It has mile after mile of powder sand beaches lapped by clear, warm surf. It has beautiful unspoiled jungles. It has incredible food, UNESCO-rated historical sites and diving resorts, charming railways, hiking, safaris and relaxation. It was even named the top country to visit in 2019 by Lonely Planet. In other words, it's paradise. But for much of the past six months, these idyllic spots have stood

This millennial spent nearly $2 million to turn a 'haunted' ghost town into a luxury travel destination

The purchase of the town of Cerro Gordo in California included more than 300 acres of land, 22 buildings and, according to legend, three ghosts. When Brent Underwood bought Cerro Gordo in 2018, he was told the property included a few ghoulish guests. One was the town’s former brothel owner, another died in a card game gone wrong and the third still remains a mystery. It was stories like

Travel To These Cities For Luxurious Holiday Shopping

The holiday season is enormous, particularly for shoppers in the United States, and it often accounts for as much as 30% of annual sales for some retailers. And although 55% of shopping will take place online, a great number of people still enjoy heading out to the mall or stand-alone department stores in order to soak in the holiday spirit. Based on proximity to shopping epicenters, variety of

Okinawa’s Beloved 500-year-old Shuri Castle Destroyed by Fire

Shuri Castle, the 500-year old UNESCO Heritage Site and one of Okinawa’s most beloved historical sites, went ablaze on Thursday, just before 2:40 a.m. local time. The Japan castle is Okinawa’s largest wooden structure, and while the cause of the fire is still unclear, officials say that the fire most likely started within the building. Flames swept quickly throughout the site, including its large

Boeing CEO Under Fire Over Company's Attempt to Move 737 Max Lawsuits From the U.S. to Indonesia

Boeing's CEO was at a loss for words when he was interrogated by Congress over the company's attempts to move lawsuits filed by the families of those killed in one of the 737 Max crashes to Indonesia. Rep. Henry Johnson questioned Boeing CEO Dennis Muilenburg about the company's stated intention to try and move the cases from the first crash outside of the US to Indonesia

Aman Kyoto Hotel

Nature steals the show at the new Aman Kyoto – the brand’s third property in Japan – which is located in an exquisite hidden garden and surrounded by more than 32 hectares of dense forests, scattered with minimalist pavilions housing rooms, a serene spa with hot spring onsen bathing, and two high-quality restaurants. It’s Kyoto – but perhaps not as most people know it. Tucked away in a quiet

The secret colour of New York City

At 07:30 on a soon-to-be stiflingly hot late-June day, I boarded the ferry from Battery Park at Manhattan’s southernmost tip. The engine rumbled and the vessel swayed as crewmembers coiled heavy strands of sea-soaked rope, freeing us from our mooring. I watched the city shrink as we cruised into the harbour, acutely aware of the ceaseless thrum of New York City life – the thunder of

Party Like a Rock Star at the First-ever Guitar-shaped Hotel — Now Open for Business

What does it take to construct the world’s first guitar-shaped hotel on a protected Seminole reservation near the bustling metropolis of sunny Fort Lauderdale, Florida? Just $1.5 billion and some patience. The shiny new Guitar Hotel, centerpiece of the massive multi-year expansion of the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood, made its highly anticipated debut on October 24, 2019. In true

Body of 21-year-old British Backpacker Found Floating Off Coast of Cambodia

The body of the 21-year-old British backpacker who had gone missing last week was found floating off the coast of Cambodia on Thursday. Police found Amelia Bambridge’s body about 30 miles away from tourist destination Koh Rong where she was last seen, The BBC reported. She went missing from a beach party on the island around 3 a.m. on October 24, and a few hours later, her

Cookbook Author Alison Roman Loves to Grocery Shop When She Travels

If you have an Instagram account, you're probably familiar with at least one of Alison Roman's recipes. The Dining In author and New York Times columnist's chickpea dish, better known as #TheStew, quickly became the go-to humblebrag for home cooks on social media when it went viral earlier this year, while her salted chocolate shortbread cookies have garnered a huge following. Scroll

The Death of Harry Houdini

On this day in 1926, world-famous magician and illusionist Harry Houdini died of peritonitis from a burst appendix. The 52-year-old Houdini had been in considerable pain for many days beforehand, performing despite a fever of over 102° Fahrenheit. During his final show, Houdini fainted halfway through and was

What to Do If You Forget to Pack Your Medication While Traveling Abroad, According to an Expert

Your medication is one of the most important things to remember to pack when you go on vacation. It’s part of that necessary mental checklist we go through right before jetting out the door: Do I have my passport? Do I have my phone? Do I have my medication? If you forget something like toothpaste or a bathing suit, you can likely buy a substitute wherever you’re going, even if

36 Hours in Berlin

On Nov. 9, 1989, the East German government made a surprising announcement: It was easing up travel restrictions on its citizens. East Berliners flocked to the nearest border crossings at the Berlin Wall, especially at Checkpoint Charlie, the famed crossing between the divided Berlins. Not long after that, Berliners from the east and west began chipping away at the literal and metaphorical wall

Americans can easily travel almost anywhere — except here

An American passport opens doors. According to the Henley Passport Index that tracks passport rankings, Americans' visa-free access to 184 countries makes a US passport the sixth most powerful passport in the world. That freedom and flexibility is what some call "passport privilege," and it might help explain the record numbers of United States citizens that traveled internationally in 2018

Will this cruise ship end seasickness?

One of the main reasons some people don't book cruises is seasickness. But if a new ship called the "X-Bow" delivers on its promises, that could be a problem of the past. Ulstein, a Norway-based shipbuilding company, designed the vessel to make the experience at sea easier for people who usually get queasy, while ensuring the overall cruising experience is smoother for everyone on board

10 of the best pilgrim routes in Europe

A 10-day pilgrimage from Winchester to Canterbury, following Walking The Pilgrim’s Way by Leigh Hatts (Cicerone), included many ups and downs, both literal and emotional. There are many glorious parts of the walk, but the one that took my breath away was the hard push up Hackhurst Downs in Surrey, through a gorgeous yew-lined avenue, which then opened magnificently on to Blatchford

Greece's last island paradise?

I first landed on Arkoi a few years ago by chance while seeking an escape from the August crowds on Samos, another Greek island in the eastern Aegean Sea. There happened to be a boat headed there one morning – a relatively infrequent occurrence, even in summer – so I jumped at the opportunity. While Samos is teeming with commerce and pleasure seekers, the tranquil and bucolic

350 Koalas Believed Dead After Massive Wildfire in Australia

Hundreds of koalas are feared dead after a wildfire tore through bushland on Australia’s east coast, animal rescuers say. The fire has burned almost 5,000 acres in an area south of Port Macquarie where “the most significant population of koalas in this region” lives, Cheyne Flanagan, a koala rescuer, told the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC). "Because it was of such high intensity, I think

These Are the 8 Best Ski Resorts in Vermont

Known for maple syrup, Ben and Jerry’s ice cream, and breweries galore, Vermont has a lot to offer tourists. Even though it's a great destination to visit throughout the year, the state really shines during the winter months, when visitors flock to its snow covered mountains. Don your best puffy jacket and head to one of these Vermont ski resorts, where you can burn some calories on the slopes

Airline passenger claims baggage handler stole clothes from luggage, tried to sell jacket online

A woman from Oklahoma claims she recently found a pretty sweet Patagonia jacket for sale online — the very same jacket that went missing from her luggage at the Tulsa airport. Kinley Rice, of Sapulpa, had recently flown with American Airlines out of the Tulsa International Airport, but discovered upon arrival that several pieces of clothing from her bag had gone missing, along with the bag’s

Dreading airports? This Hong Kong-Based Company gives you reasons not to!

Plaza Premium Group is changing airplane travel by making the most-dreaded aspect of the journey – passing time at uncomfortable, cold, smelly airports – pleasant, tasty and relaxing all in one go, much like ‘home’, which is something group chief executive officer, Song Hoi See, says he focuses on. Born to, and raised in a big family inculcated a strong sense of family values in him, See tells

Viking Ocean Cruises Offers Wide Range Of Dining Options, Specialty Restaurants

It was just a humble corn tostada, crisp and not even two inches across. It held a few coins of sliced grilled octopus, a few slivers of onion, a drizzle of lime juice, a judicious sprinkling of finely minced jalapeno to add some zing. Clearly it had to be consumed in one bite or I’d be nibbling the debris out of the palm of my hand. So, down the hatch. It was the best thing I’d eaten in a couple of

The Best Way To Experience Winter Is By Train

Winter travel plans typically revolve around getting away from the cold or heading someplace tropical. Or they’re all about hitting the slopes and getting cozy by the fire. You don’t usually think of it as a time to do some major sightseeing. But there is no better time to take in snow-capped terrains and festive lighting around the world. And the best way to do that is by train. “Some travelers choose to

A Rising Hotel Trend: The Inhouse Bakery

Once the biggest must-have a hotel could have was its own club (it was a late 1990s thing) Today, it’s very different; an in-house bakery is now the ultimate hotel welcome package. It’s not hard to see why; a bakery offers multisensory joys, from scent to texture that touch on nostalgia, innovation and pure pleasure. In the past, whole hotels have been built on the quality of its baked goods

Virgin Trains to Build PortMiami Cruise Terminal Train Station

The Miami-Dade County Commission has given Brightline, soon to be Virgin Trains, a mandate to build an intercity train station at PortMiami by 2020. The line, which currently operates from downtown Miami through Fort Lauderdale and to West Palm Beach, will eventually extend as far as the Orlando International Airport by 2022. Another station is expected to be added in Aventura, and

CCRA Travel Commerce Network Announces Keynote Speaker for PowerSolutions National 2020

FORT WORTH, TEXAS – October 29, 2019 – CCRA Travel Commerce Network today announced Jessica Cox as its keynote speaker for PowerSolutions National 2020, which will take place February 7-9, 2020 at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center in National Harbor, Maryland. Cox, who was born without arms and has

The War of the Worlds

On this date in 1938, alien creatures from Mars invaded the earth, wreaking widespread havoc. At least, that is what some believed after listening to an Orson Welles radio broadcast on the popular Mercury Theatre series on the CBS radio network. An adaptation of H.G. Wells novel of the same name, the format was that of a news

DNA Kits Are Driving Heritage Travel Trend Globally

Forget boutique hotel experiences or itineraries based on your favorite movie. Customized travel experiences just got a whole lot more personal as tourists around the world are using DNA kits to pick their next destination. As DNA testing becomes easier and cheaper than ever before, it is driving travel trends globally. And businesses are taking note. Forget boutique hotel experiences or itineraries based on your favorite movie

Women Who Travel Meetup: Hello, New York City!

This year, team Women Who Travel has been everywhere from Nashville to Portland to host get-togethers for our community. We've loved hitting the road—who wouldn't?—but there's one city we haven't spent enough time in since launching this meetup series: our home base of New York City. So, for this month's community meetup, we've decided to stay local, and host our first New York City meetup since our inaugural

The world's best airline museums

Despite being little more than a century old, aviation has inspired some pretty impressive museums. From the Wright Brothers to supersonic travel, there are no shortage of opportunities for aviation enthusiasts to immerse themselves in the epic wonder of flight and its fascinating history. Yet only a relatively small part of these museums and exhibits are devoted to the one segment of the broader aviation world that has

The woman behind the travel bible '1,000 Places To See Before You Die' reveals the 6 places to visit now, before everyone else does

Patricia Schultz is the author of the New York Times bestseller "1,000 Places To See Before You Die" a travel bible that millions of travelers have turned to since the first version was published in 2003. While she told Insider that she's not a "country counter," Schultz estimates having been to at least 80% of the places in the book. Pondering the many ways that travel has changed in the 30-plus years she has been a travel writer

Gross! What you need to know and do if your hotel room has bedbugs

One of the last things anyone wants to see after entering a hotel room is a creepy, crawly bedbug — or to wake up with bedbug bites. Bedbugs are tiny insects approximately the size of an apple seed. Adult bedbugs are oval, reddish-brown and flat. Younger ones can be difficult to see because they're so small. And there's a reason they're called bedbugs: They like to lurk during the daytime where people sleep and feed on

Black Travel Vibes: Relax On The Colorful Shores Of Komodo Island

There’s not a day that goes by where you can scroll through social media without seeing photos of travelers exploring Bali. The magical island paradise is definitely a big hit with its lush rice paddies, awe-inspiring temples, sandy beaches, and cultural vibes. But there’s more to Indonesia than its most famous destination. At last count, Indonesia was made up of 14,752 different islands, and out of those, one location that many

WOW Air Is Coming Back but It Won’t Be Flying Any Passengers

It’s been about a year since WOW Air — known for its ultra-cheap flights to Iceland — declared bankruptcy, and seven months since the airline actually ceased operations. In September, the airline received an $85 million investment and it looked like we’d be able to fly to Iceland again soon on the cheap. And now, we know WOW Air is coming back — to transport cargo. According to Icelandic TV station RUV, the airline will

176 People Stung by Stringrays in Single Day at This California Beach

Warm waters of California's famed Huntington Beach may have attracted many swimmers, but they also brought out a staggering number of sting rays. According to officials, a record of 176 people were stung by the ocean creatures on Saturday. “We get out a pretty aggressive public safety campaign... advising folks to stay out of the water if possible," Lt. Eric Dieterman of the Marine Safety Division at the Huntington Beach

The Best Hotels Near the San Diego Airport

San Diego has a lot to offer tourists, with beautiful beaches, world-class dining and nightlife, and one of the country's best zoos. The California destination also has one major (but oft-neglected) selling point: its international airport is located extremely close to the city center. By staying at one of the many hotels near the San Diego airport, you can experience the best of the city without having to choose between airport

The Fin Hotel

If you’re hunting for a Southern California beach vacation that doesn’t bust the budget, the contemporary rooms at The Fin Hotel are tough to beat. Just a 10-minute walk from the surf, this boutique Oceanside property dates back to the 1920s. Along with Tiffany windows, the lobby boasts original mosaic tile flooring. The beach and local landmark Oceanside Pier are a 10-minute walk from The Fin Hotel, and it’s less than a

10 Things to Know Before You Go to Egypt

Some destinations seem overwhelming no matter how you look at them, and Egypt is one of those places. Most people take tours, thinking that will take all the hassle out of a trip. And don’t you wish that were true? But the reality is that some places require a bit more advance prep than others. Soon, you’ll realize that your pre-trip preparations make everything better, even if the preparation is only in your mind. Some

Family of toddler who fell from cruise ship 'utterly crushed' after grandfather charged

Parents of the 18-month-old girl who fell to her death from a cruise ship window in Puerto Rico are standing by the girl's grandfather after he was charged with negligent homicide. Salvatore Anello is facing three years in prison for the death of Chloe Wiegand after Puerto Rico’s Justice Department ordered his arrest Monday. Anello, called Sam by his family, is married to Chloe’s maternal grandmother. Michael Winkleman, an

Here’s Your Chance to Cruise With Margaret Atwood Through the Canadian Atlantic

Move over waterslides, celebrity-chef restaurants and private islands, because Margaret Atwood just might be the hottest cruising amenity of 2020. On the heels of “The Handmaid’s Tale” Hulu series and the release of her latest book (“The Testament,” a sequel to “The Handmaid’s Tale”), she’s agreed to sail with passengers on board a cruise once again. That’s right, this 79-year-old author and poet is joining an Adventure

Marriott's Tricia Primrose on the Importance of Traveling Young

Tricia Primrose has spent the past four years working as global chief communications and public affairs officer of Marriott, the largest hotel company in the world. Unsurprisingly, her role has taken her pretty much everywhere—from Bali and Hong Kong to just about every state in the U.S.—but it was a slew of work trips to Alabama early on in her career, while working for a U.S. Senator, that perhaps shifted her

The Beheading of Sir Walter Raleigh

By varying accounts, Sir Walter Raleigh was either a true gentleman or a pirate. He was a poet, a soldier, a favorite of Queen Elizabeth, and an explorer. He was knighted in 1585 and assisted with the settlement of English colonies in Virginia. He married one of Queen Elizabeth's ladies-in-waiting without

Confessions of the World's Top Travel Fixers

The best concierges and travel specialists make it seem like nothing is impossible. A scavenger hunt across half a continent? No problem. Access to one of the most exclusive member’s clubs in the world? Sure thing. But behind the scenes, it can often take a village to pull these requests off. We’ve pulled together a few stories that show quite how remarkable some asks can be—and what it

Do I Need Travel Insurance for My Cruise?

Rarely does real life make its way into our fantasies of a dream vacation: palm trees swaying in the breeze, expertly plated meals served at whim, toes pointed toward the horizon on a sun-soaked day at sea. That vision doesn't factor in missed flights, lost bags, or medical mishaps. But life has a way of getting in the way, even when you’re trying to get away from it all. For the projected 30

The latest victims of overtourism? Huskies

The nights are drawing in and temperatures are dropping in the Northern Hemisphere. And in Finnish Lapland, that means one thing: tourists are on the way, and they want husky rides. That's becoming a problem. In 2016, the top tourist activity in Finnish Lapland was snowmobiling. Three years on, it's husky sledding. Around 4,000 huskies work in the tourism industry -- compared with just 660

Is It Really Faster to Fly East Than West?

Have you ever felt like your flight to an east coast city took way less time than a flight headed out west? You’re not alone. In fact, if you were to look at a round trip itinerary between Los Angeles and New York, you’ll notice that there’s a big difference in flight time to each city. In fact, there's usually about an hour difference, depending on which direction you’re facing. Many people swear that the

Black Travel Vibes: Become Obsessed With The Culture Of South Korea

For many, travel to Asia usually consists of hotspots like Singapore, Japan or Thailand. They often skip over an Asian gem that’s filled with, culture and adventures waiting to be discovered. South Korea offers more than what meets the eye. From quirky events like the Boryeong Mud Festival to remote islands, diverse nature, mouth-watering culinary experiences, and even surprising activities

China bans 'uncivilized behaviors' on country's subways

China is cracking down on bad subway etiquette. State-run newspaper China Daily reports that eating, drinking, standing on seats, playing music on speakers, lying down and other "uncivilized behaviors" will be banned on all of the country's subways from April 1, 2020. There will be an exception to the "no eating and drinking" rule for people who have medical conditions and for babies and

Trump Administration Will Ban All Flights to Cuba from the U.S., with the Exception of Havana

The restrictions on traveling to Cuba from the United States are continuing to grow. Four months after the Trump administration banned cruises traveling to the country, it was announced last week that all flights to Cuba, with the exception of Havana, would be discontinued. “In line with the President’s foreign policy toward Cuba, this action prevents revenue from reaching the Cuban regime

Is this the world's freshest seafood?

Cast off the southern tip of South Korea, Jeju Island rises from the Pacific’s emerald waters in a medley of colours. White-sand beaches and black jagged rocks ring much of the coast, basalt craters pocket the volcanic isle’s interior and in the small town of Pyeongdae-ri, an orange-roofed restaurant called Pyeongdae Sunggae Guksu sits by the beach. Step inside and the first thing you’ll

Why Music Lovers Travel To Attend The One-of-a-Kind Riviera Maya Jazz Festival

Picture this. You are standing under a starry sky along the stunning shores of Playa Del Carmen. You feel the sugary white sand beneath your toes and take in the gentle waves of the Caribbean Sea to your right. As the sun sets, jazz music from world-class musicians fills the air and takes over the night with a kinetic, positive energy that’s reserved for the Riviera Maya Jazz Festival, a

Snow and Thunderstorms Expected Across the U.S. on Halloween Night

Hope your costume looks good underneath a puffer. Forecasters are predicting snow for some parts of the U.S. this Halloween. Trick-or-treaters from northern Missouri to the western Great Lakes should prepare for the chance of snow on Thursday, according to The Weather Channel. But those on the east coast won’t avoid the spooky weather either as rain and thunderstorms are predicted from

This woman faked a pregnancy to try to avoid excess baggage fees

Many travelers get creative with packing, whether it's sitting on your suitcase to try and get it to shut, or arriving at the airport wearing three coats. But travel journalist Rebecca Andrews took packing hacks to a whole other level when she created a fake pregnancy bump out of the clothes and laptop charger that she couldn't fit in her bag -- all in an attempt to avoid paying

The World's Largest Tree House Mysteriously Burned Down in Tennessee

The world’s tallest tree house has been towering over Crossville, Tennessee for more than 25 years. But the 97-foot structure burned to the ground in just 15 minutes last week. The cause of the fire is still unknown. “Unless somebody comes up and tells us they seen somebody doing it, you’d probably never know what started it,” Bobby Derossett of the Cumberland County Fire Department told

This Cruise Line Sails 5-Star Luxury Hotels On The High Seas. I Had To Find Out More.

When I heard there was a cruise line that’s sailing, in essence, a fleet of mobile ultra-luxury hotels, I wanted to know more. The company, Seabourn Cruise Line, is a small, elite division of Carnival Corporation, and the way Seabourn does things is intended to delineate itself in nearly every way from the larger and more populist cruise options out there

Top 25 Most Haunted Hotels Can Appeal To Luxury Travelers

Halloween is not just for kids, anymore. In fact, it’s big business with at least one segment that can tempt the well-heeled who like to spend time at fine hotels with historic significance. Travel industry association Historic Hotels of America has come out with its list of the Top 25 Most Haunted Hotels. It ranges from coast to coast to coast and even includes Hawaii. The association said some hotels

Lonely Planet unveils best travel destinations of 2020

Lonely Planet has unveiled its best travel destinations for 2020 and now we’re in the mood to book some flights. The highly respected list was chosen from nominations by staff, writers and bloggers at Lonely Planet, which was then built into a top 10 in each category. Bhutan, in the eastern Himalayas, came out on top of the best countries to visit, beating out England, which came in second place. A

Why I Always Visit Cemeteries While Traveling

Because I was the youngest child in a large, fractious family, I spent many of my formative years in search of solitude and silence. When I was eight, we moved from New Jersey to London, and since it was still the era of just-be-home-by-dinner, my parents would allow me to take off to a nearby playground after school. Once safely out of sight, I would hurry past the swing sets to my real

A magical musical tour of Malawi

Off-grid experiences are harder to come by these days, but if you’re looking for something that will imprint itself on to your soul and make your heart quicken, Malawi is your destination. I first visited in 2011, and was gripped by an inexplicable love for the African continent and a deep sense of freedom, so returning now I was excited to see if I’d feel the same. A lesser-known land in south-east

Beijing Daxing Airport's first international flights begin

Beijing's much-hyped Daxing International Airport (PKX) has now lived up to its name with the first flights departing to foreign climes. The Zaha Hadid-designed airport opened just ahead of country-wide celebrations of the 70th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China on October 1. The airport's first outbound international flight, a China Airways route to Bangkok, took

Kyoto's geisha neighborhood cracks down on photography

Kyoto's historic Gion neighborhood is cracking down on photography in response to ongoing issues with bad tourist behavior. As Japan's tourism has grown exponentially, Kyoto has struggled to maintain its local way of life. Thousands of foreign tourists fill the city's streets daily, many staying in local hotels while others visit as part of day trips from nearby Osaka. Gion, with its narrow alleys

The word that encapsulates 'Frenchness'

To wander aimlessly through a city is so French there’s a word for it that has no English equivalent: flâner. Almost-translations abound, from “stroll” to “lounge” to “saunter”, but none perfectly encapsulates the spirit of the word, which evokes a certain directionless – but far from purposeless – wandering through an urban centre. The flâneur ambles with no destination in mind

How to Take a Break That Will Completely Reset You, According to an Expert

Life can be stressful. We’re often going from one deadline to the next, pushing through without taking a break. But that constant grind can actually be bad for your mental health and your productivity. That’s why it’s so important to unwind, take a total mental vacation from work, and allow yourself to recharge, Dr. David Ballard, a psychologist and the director of the American Psychological

‘We want to keep our forest’: why Guyana's wilderness needs visitors

I’m sitting atop a red granite boulder with Rovin, my guide. Below us is a billowing green expanse of jungle broken only by the sinuous line of a river and a low range of hills, one of which we are seated on. There is no sign of humanity: no smoke pillars, no clearings, no masts or buildings, not even a jet trail across the sky. Instead, there’s a formation of six red-and-green macaws

The Best New Orleans River Cruises

Two river cruise lines—American Queen Steamboat Company and American Cruise Lines—offer departures from the Port of New Orleans, sailing on the Mississippi, one of the longest rivers in the world. These all-American cruises introduce passengers to people, places and culture of the cities and towns along the way. “The best part about a river cruise departing or arriving in New Orleans is

Unique guitar-shaped hotel opens at Florida Seminole casino

It looks like a rock ‘n’ roll guitar that Led Zeppelin’s Jimmy Page would have played. But this one is 450 feet (137 meters) tall and is a light-beam hotel that the Seminole Tribe wants to become South Florida’s latest tourist destination. The Guitar Hotel had its grand opening Thursday on the tribe’s land in Hollywood, once only a trailer park and some smoke shops. It’s the latest step in the

Singapore's newly restored Raffles Hotel officially reopens

After shutting its doors for more than two years, Raffles Singapore officially reopened this month. Built in 1887 as a 10-room hotel, the property has undergone just two restorations in its 132-year history — a rarity in a city where change is near constant. Synonymous with old world grandeur and colonial tradition, the return of the city-state’s oldest and most iconic hotel has been the

First Impressions of Emerald Waterways' New Mekong River Cruise Ship

When Emerald Waterways' Emerald Harmony debuted in August, it became the first river ship in the fleet built specifically for Asia's Mekong River. The 84-passenger vessel is ideal for the quickly evolving and increasingly popular Southeast Asia market, as it's small enough to go places most other ships in the area can't. Our seven-night itinerary, which began in Siem Reap, will conclude in Ho Chi

Dedication of the Statue of Liberty

The Centennial Anniversary of the United States was approaching. The French public wanted to present a suitable gift to its sister democratic republic. The result of much deliberation produced the prototype for the Statue of Liberty. The statue, crated in 214 separate boxes, arrived in New York Harbor on June

The October Revolution

On October 25, 1917, members of the Bolshevik Red Guards captured the Russian Winter Palace in Petrograd, heralding the October Revolution, sometimes called the Bolshevik Revolution. Earlier in the year, a provisional government had been established, and the Bolsheviks sought to overthrow the

Is it safe and legal to travel with CBD? That's a definite maybe

I wish I could tell you it’s absolutely fine to take CBD with you on planes or as you travel to another state, but I can’t. It doesn’t matter whether it’s for you or, as one reader asked, for your pooch. It’s still dogged by a confusing spiderweb of regulations, misinformation and misunderstandings. That’s the bad news. The good news: If you are a bit of a gambler, you’ll probably be fine

Crowds surge to Uluru as climbing ban imposed

If you ban it, they will come. That was the case at Uluru, the sacred red rock in Australia's Northern Territory, where tourists flocked to make a final ascent before a permanent ban on climbing came into force. Images posted on social media showed long lines of visitors hoping to ascend the landmark, once known as Ayers Rock, despite longstanding requests not to climb by Uluru's traditional

How Lisa Lutoff-Perlo Became the First Female President of a Major Cruise Line

Growing up in a small town in Massachusetts, Lisa Lutoff-Perlo never considered she'd get to travel the world—let alone travel the world for work. But fast forward to 2019, and not only has she spent the majority of her career at sea, working for Celebrity Cruises, but she's made history, too: In 2014, Lutoff-Perlo became the first woman to run a publicly traded cruise line when she was

7 Helpful Tips I Have for Anyone Else Traveling With Type 1 Diabetes

If you live with a chronic illness, there’s no such thing as taking a vacation from looking after yourself—even when you’re, you know, actually on vacation. I say this as someone who’s been traveling with type 1 diabetes for 21 years (I was diagnosed at age 7), taking incredible trips from Vietnam to Italy to Nicaragua and more. No doubt, being diabetic means you’re going to be traveling with some

Visit the Top 5 Most Haunted Places in Europe, If You Dare

A European vacation can be filled with any number of great attractions, from high-end dining to fairytale castles to bespoke tours that take in the continent’s expansive history. But there’s also a spookier side to Europe — and we’re not talking about the fear that can strike when your phone is on 5 percent battery and your portable charger is nowhere to be found (though admittedly, that’s

An ancient island at the centre of the world

With its crumbling ancient forts, narrow cobblestone streets and buildings made of coral rock and mangrove timber, Lamu Old Town in Kenya feels almost frozen in time. As the oldest and best-preserved Swahili settlement in East Africa, the Unesco-designated town (located on an island of the same name) was one of the most important trading centres in Africa during the 14th Century. Lamu lies

This Hotel Is the Most Haunted in America — and You Can Sleep in Its Spookiest Room

Amid the Art Deco style and grand splendor of the Queen Mary lies another, more sinister force that begs to be found — if you dare, that is. The Queen Mary, a ship that was converted into a hotel and permanently docked in Long Beach, California, is as stately as they come. But don't let its lush appearance fool you; it also happens to be one of the most haunted hotels in America. The ship was

Passenger shaming hasn't worked. So maybe it's time to try airline shaming.

Ever seen pictures online of airline passengers misbehaving? It's called passenger shaming. It's hard to unsee the images of barefoot passengers propping their feet on their TV screens or seat in front of them. Or of the gross items people put in the seatback pockets. Or of the babies getting a diaper change on an open tray table. But just in case you missed them, you've probably experienced

Five new London hotels: reviewed

“Mama loves you,” my plate reads. The seemingly standard blue-and-white patterned china dish, on closer inspection, includes this tiny message. Behind me is a lamp with rabbit feet and ears and, by the reception, beaded Darth Vader helmets top birdcage-style cabinets. Across the restaurant’s black ceiling, graffiti by graphic designer and artist Beniloys is a mix of bright patterns and ancient

First-Ever 'The Broadway Cruise' to Feature Alan Cumming

Sixthman, the theme-cruise division of Norwegian Cruise Line, will be offering the inaugural sailing of "The Broadway Cruise" aboard Norwegian Pearl in 2020. Highlighting the sailing will be Tony Award winners Alan Cumming of "Cabaret" and Laura Benanti of "My Fair Lady." During the cruise, Cumming and Benanti will perform multiple times, join in on karaoke fun and appear on panel

The Best Things To Do In Curacao

The sparkling clear waters of Curacao, just like the more famous nearby Aruba, are an excellent place to scuba dive, snorkel and swim. Along with Bonaire, they make up the Dutch-owned ABC islands and enjoy balmy temperatures outside of the hurricane belt. Along with idyllic, secluded beaches and luxurious hotels, Curacao is also home to many different must-see attractions that give it a

The United Nations

The United Nations was not the first attempt at creating an organization dedicated to international understanding. Years earlier, the League of Nations had failed to prevent World War II. On April 25, 1945, 50 world governments met in San Francisco and began working on the charter for a new organization. Winston

Rosario Dawson, Lin-Manuel Miranda help travelers rediscover Puerto Rico as tourism bounces back

Two years after Hurricane Maria ravaged Puerto Rico, the small island remains in recovery. As it continues to bounce back, post-hurricane tourism has started to grow. The island sees more than 4 million visitors each year, according to Discover Puerto Rico. Tourism makes up 6.5% of Puerto Rico's GDP and supports nearly 83,000 jobs directly and indirectly. “We're thrilled to report that Puerto Rico's tourism is the strongest

The Italian region that 'doesn't exist'

Molise, a small region in south-eastern Italy, is famous for one thing: it doesn’t exist. Well, technically, it does exist. As one of Italy’s 20 official regions, Molise has a status equal to Tuscany, Lombardy or Piedmont. It holds regional elections and votes in national ones. It borders the regions of Abruzzo, Puglia, Lazio and Campania, all indisputably real places. So why do Italians like to pretend that Molise doesn’t exist?

How To Make Fitness And Health A Priority While Traveling

It’s a little too easy to throw in the towel when traveling and completely abandon any shred of heathy eating or exercise habits we try to maintain while on known soil. After all, a big part of immersing yourself into a different culture or a new-to-you destination is indulging in the food. We often eat and drink like it will be our last meal while on vacation. Who knows when you’ll be back, right? Being away from our

It Took Six Cross-Country Road Trips for Author Lisa Taddeo to Learn She Can Live Anywhere

Lisa Taddeo's Three Women quickly established itself as one of the most important books of the year when it was released this past summer. Through a combination of rich storytelling and immersive reporting, Taddeo ignites a conversation about intimacy and desire by sharing honest, and at times, painful accounts of the sex lives and complex relationships of three real women based in North Dakota, Indiana, and Rhode

Black Travel Vibes: Find A Slice Of Heaven In China

Most people love a good jaunt to Asia, but for most, outside of a twirl around Japan or a budget-friendly trip to southeast Asian countries like Thailand, there really isn’t much else to see. But those people couldn’t be more wrong. China is filled with gems that are just waiting to be discovered. From ancient temples and world wonders to amazing food, a vibrant nightlife and more, you’d be doing yourself a disserve to not

Should emotional support animals be allowed on board airplanes?

You might inwardly groan when you board your airplane and realize you're next to a screaming child, or find yourself squirming when the person next to you takes their shoes and socks off for the duration of the flight. But how would you feel if you ended up sat next to a 70 pound, pot bellied pig? Meet Hamlet the hog, owned by 31-year-old American Megan Peabody, who's based in the US Virgin Islands

10 of the best winter festivals in Europe

The battle of the oranges is held annually in February in the pretty Piedmont town of Ivrea as part of the town’s annual carnival. Nine teams over the course of three days hurl 500,000 pounds of oranges (from Sicily; they aren’t grown in these parts) in their attempt to kill the tyrannical marquis, who apparently was decapitated by the local miller’s daughter; the story dates from the middle ages. As a spectator you

Four Flight Attendants Arrested in Miami After Being Caught With $22,000 in Their Luggage

Four American Airlines flight attendants were arrested at Miami International Airport on Monday for money laundering. Carlos Alberto Munoz-Moyano, Maria Isabel Wilson-Ossandon, Maria Beatriz Pasten-Cuzmar and Miaria Delpilar Roman-Strick were passing through a routine customs check after returning from Chile and when they were caught traveling with $22,671 in cash among them, according to the Miami Herald

This Bali Resort Will Curate Your Stay Based on Your Star Sign

Upon landing at Ngurah Rai International Airport, you quickly become aware that you’re about to experience a vacation so much bigger than yourself. That’s because you’ve landed in Bali, Indonesia, a place well-known for its connection to the spiritual and metaphysical world. And it won’t take you long to start experiencing all those blissful and sacred moments if you’re checking into The Mulia Bali, named one of Travel

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For years the Four Seasons was Philadelphia’s top luxury hotel, but since it shuttered in 2015 there has been a high-end lodging gap in the City of Brotherly Love. That hole was filled two months ago when the all-new Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center opened. The skyscraper is the city’s tallest building and 10th highest in the United States. The Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia occupies the 48th through

Silversea Adds Complimentary Excursions to Select December Cruises

Silversea Cruises is offering lucky cruisers on two of its December sailings exclusive -- and complimentary -- shore experiences, including a private concert from Australian tenor Mark Vincent. The first of these shore excursions will take place during Silver Muse's two-week sailing from Sydney to Auckland. On December 8, during a port call to Melbourne, tenor Mark Vincent will take to the stage at the city's main concert

Chocolate-themed cruise to set sail in 2020

Straight out of every chocoholic’s dreams comes a new eight-day Mediterranean cruise dedicated entirely to chocolate. The Eurochocolate Cruise, the product of a collaboration between Italian line Costa Cruises and the Eurochocolate Festival, the world’s largest international event dedicated to all things chocolate, which takes place annually in Perugia, Italy—Umbria’s largest and most cosmopolitan city. The Eurochocolate

These Are The Best Breweries In Portland, Oregon

Craft brewing is a huge part of life in Oregon, and Portland actually has more breweries per capita than any other city in the world. The entire state has over 200 different breweries, and over 80 are in Portland alone, effectively making it one of the country’s best beer cities. While the craft beer craze seems like a new phenomenon, Oregon has actually been making beer since the mid-1800s, according to 1859 Oregon

First Parliament of Great Britain

The first Parliament of the Kingdom of Great Britain was held on October 23, 1707. Evolving from the merger of the Kingdom of England and the Kingdom of Scotland, the existing members of the English House of Commons became the British House of Commons along with 61 Scottish Counterparts appointed by Scotland. Most

Prague Is a Surprisingly Great Family Vacation Destination — and These 12 Activities for Kids Prove It

Any parent — or obsessed aunt, like me — will tell you that traveling with kids is different. They need boatloads of gear — specific snacks, stuffed travel buddies, carriers, etc. — and they aren’t afraid to put up a fuss when faced with long lines or museums they deem boring. While some (arguably sane) parents have eschewed travel until their kids reach a reasonable age, experience-loving millennials seem to have no

Here are the world's 10 best places to vacation on a budget

East Nusa Tenggara? Madhya Pradesh? The average American vacationer might not have heard of these exotic, far-flung destinations — located in Indonesia and India, respectively — but iconic travel guide Lonely Planet says they’re among the best values for holidays around the world. The publication’s list of 10 “Best Value” destinations for 2020, part of its Best in Travel 2020 rankings, also includes more familiar places

Black Travel Vibes: Follow Your Dreams In Mexico

After a while, many destinations can feel basic and overdone, but there is one place that never gets old for travelers no matter how many times they visit. Mexico is far from your average getaway and offers everything you can find in other exotic escapes, but with less flight time and at more affordable prices. From culture, food, and beaches to bucket list activities, wellness and more, Mexico is the adventure that just

Tourist Loses Both Hands in Rare Shark Attack During Whale-watching Trip in French Polynesia

A French tourist lost both her hands in a rare shark attack while swimming off the coast of Moorea in French Polynesia, according to local emergency services. The Telegraph reported that the victim is a 35-year-old female French national who was taking part in a whale-watching expedition when the attack occurred. She was reportedly attacked by an oceanic whitetip shark, which bit into her arms and chest. Local

16 Japan experiences every traveler needs to enjoy

There's no shortage of reasons to fall in love with Japan. Whether you're hunting down top eats in Tokyo and Osaka or basking in the country's stunning landscapes, it's impossible to take it all in in one visit. But you'll certainly have a good time trying. We've built the ultimate cheat sheet of top Japan experiences to help you plan your next visit. Also, be sure to click through the gallery on the top of this story of beautiful Japan

Reclaiming Inuit culture, one tattoo at a time

Candice Pedersen remembers hearing about her great-grandmother's tattoos and wanting the same traditional markings on her skin. "She had them on her forehead, her cheeks and her chin, on her wrists and all the way up her arm. When my mom was a little girl, she would trace each of the lines with her finger and remember each marking," Pedersen, a guide for One Ocean Expeditions in the Arctic, told CNN Travel

Former Beijing temple named world's best restaurant

It's located in a centuries-old former temple with contemporary sculpture in the central courtyard, and serves European dishes made with local ingredients alongside a 950-strong wine list. And now Beijing's TRB Hutong has got the seal of approval of TripAdvisor users, whose positive ratings have won it the title of best fine dining restaurant in the world from the reviews aggregator. The Beijing restaurant, which charges from

A Chemical Spill on an American Airlines Flight Knocked Out Two Crew Members and Forced the Plane Into an Emergency Landing

An American Airlines flight from the UK to the US was forced into an emergency landing in Ireland Monday after two crew members were knocked unconscious by a chemical spill. American Airlines flight 729 was flying from London Heathrow to Philadelphia on Monday, but was forced to land in Dublin, Ireland when a cleaning fluid spilled on board caused staff to lose consciousness, according to an audio recording

Jim Henson Puppet Show to Feature Onboard Newest Princess Cruise Ships

Families of all ages will be treated to a Jim Henson "puppet" show onboard Princess Cruises’ newest ships, Sky Princess, which debuted last week in Europe, and Enchanted Princess, which debuts in June 2020. Created by the Jim Henson Company and brought to life by director John Tartaglia (a Tony nominee who directed and acted in the off-Broadway and Broadway hit "Avenue Q”), the 30-minute "Jim Henson's Inspired

Storylines: A New Ship Promises Affordable Living At Sea

Many cruise-lovers fantasize about living on ships for extended periods of time—or even permanently. For these devotees of the cruising lifestyle, it’s a way to visit new places, make new friends, and experience new adventures on land and shore by day, while enjoying the comforts of cocoon-like staterooms at night—along with captivating around-the-clock ocean views. To realize this dream, some travelers book

A former JetBlue employee scammed the airline out of $785,000. Now she faces prison time.

Former JetBlue gate agent Tiffany Jenkins, 31, pleaded guilty in a Boston federal court Friday to three counts of wire fraud after upgrading the plane tickets of friends, family and acquaintances over the course of roughly 15 months. The scam, according to reporting by the Boston Globe, cost JetBlue about $785,000. From roughly July 2016 through September 2017, Jenkins accessed the JetBlue reservation database to

Why do shipwrecks appear on in-flight maps?

Depending on how your flight is going - and whether you are engrossed in the latest Ryan Reynolds rom-com/action movie, or asleep with your head bumping against the window - you may, at some point, have found yourself gazing at your seatback screen, and the digital map which shows the progress of your plane towards your destination. For the most part, there is usually little - beyond the dreary realisation that you are

The First Parachute Jump

On October 22, 1797, French innovator André-Jacques Garnerin climbed into a hot air balloon and rose 3000 feet over Paris. A crowd gathered to watch. Suddenly, Garnerin climbed over the balloon's basket and jumped

How overtourism killed spontaneous travel

Picture the scene. You're on vacation. You've had a slow morning wandering round, a long lunch and a stroll around the city. You realize you're near that gallery you've been meaning to visit -- so you walk over. Even five years ago, you could probably have sauntered in unless it

Need vacation inspiration? Lonely Planet rolls out top travel spots for 2020.

Mozart’s birthplace in Austria, the Buddhist kingdom of Bhutan and an Indonesian alternative to tourist-heavy Bali all nabbed top spots in Lonely Planet’s picks for the best places to travel in 2020. The guidebook publisher on Monday unveiled its annual list of countries, cities and other

Author Leslie Jamison Loves Everything About Travel—Even Hotel Coffee and the Newark AirTrain

Leslie Jamison's new essay collection, Make It Scream, Make It Burn, has been celebrated as the latest masterwork from one of America's most cherished voices on empathy, longing, and addiction. But it's also a travel memoir, taking place everywhere from Sri Lanka to Mexico

Black Travel Vibes: Show Off Your Curves In The Seychelles

In case you didn’t already know, the Caribbean doesn’t have a monopoly on beautiful islands. Right off the coast of Mama Africa are some of the most stunning island nations you’ll ever see, and the Seychelles is one of them. From the picturesque shores of Mahé, Praslin and La

Writer Jia Tolentino Spent Her Book Advance on a South America Cruise

Jia Tolentino may well be the greatest accidental advocate for travel today. The New Yorker staff writer and Trick Mirror author is so excellent at articulating the mania of living in America in 2019 that the first thing you want to do after finishing her latest piece—and texting all of

City breaks with kids: Edinburgh

There’s a great family trip to be had exploring Edinburgh’s museums, beaches and parks, while an underground tour brings spooky moments, too. We love to stand on the ramparts of Edinburgh Castle and wait for the one o’clock canon to fire. It always makes us jump, even

BTS opens pop-up store in Seoul

Welcome to the House of BTS. In the heart of the ritzy Gangnam neighborhood in Seoul, the seven-member K-pop boy band BTS has opened a pop-up store in Seoul. The store, which opened on October 18, will be open for 80 days -- until January 5, 2020. The store showcases

Dominican Republic Tourists Died of Natural Causes, Not Tainted Alcohol, FBI Report Says

On Monday, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) released the toxicology reports on the Americans who mysteriously died in the Dominican Republic earlier this year. According to the FBI report, all of the tourists died of natural causes. “The results of the additional, extensive

Soho Warehouse

Spread across seven floors, Soho House’s third LA outpost is their largest property in North America and the first on the West Coast to offer rooms, a rooftop pool and a gym. A combination of Seventies-inspired interiors and slick industrial décor make this their coolest

The sea of 60 ghostly wrecked ships

The old town of Nessebar is near-enough an island: a half mile of weathered wooden fishing houses with terracotta-tiled roofs that sit atop a rocky head, strung to the Bulgarian coast by only a narrow land bridge. It’s also a dense stack of ruins layered on top of one another that

New Hotels: Philadelphia’s Red Hot Lodging Scene Has Something For Every Traveler

Philadelphia has been on a tourism hot streak for years, but the hotel industry fell asleep at the switch. Now they are making up for it - in a big way. Way back in 2010, Philadelphia set its all-time record for tourism visits - and has broken that record every single year since, trending

Britain's most expensive railway Heathrow Express slashes fares

Britain’s most expensive railway is slashing fares ahead of the opening of Crossrail. The Heathrow Express runs from London Paddington to terminals 2 and 3 at Britain’s busiest airport in 15 minutes, with an extra six minutes to terminal 5. The “Anytime” one-way fare is

Could This Much-Maligned Way of Traveling Be Good for Your Health?

It’s no secret: cruises aren’t favored by everyone. Cramped living situations, not-so-modest costs, schedules for shore excursions, boredom, and kitschy to the max–there are downsides. For some, though, cruises are a preferred escape, and now for good reason. Travel Pulse

The Straits of Magellan

On October 21, 1519, a small fleet of Spanish ships led by Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan arrived at 52 degrees south, seeking to round South America in its quest for a western passage to the Spice Islands of Indonesia. The 373 mile passage was arduous, and one of

Has Brexit sent airfares into a tailspin?

With days to go before a possible October 31 exit date from the European Union, people in Britain are still unsure about what Brexit will mean for them. And it appears that travelers to the United Kingdom feel the same way -- and might be staying away as a result. Flight fares from international destinations to the UK are down by as much as 49% year on year for the

Booking holiday travel? Here are the best airlines for families, ranked

About 60 million Americans are expected to travel by air during the upcoming holiday season. And if you are booking a trip for the whole family, some airlines are better than others, according to new research from The Points Guy. The travel benefit maximizer website ranked all of the major U.S. airlines according to how they accommodate families. It looked at

Guardian climate pledge 2019: 'With air travel, it's best to take a flexitarian approach'

We recently published a guide to Helsinki in which we gave details of how to get there and back without flying. In the comments below the article, a reader wrote: “I think you have to concede that it’s a little disingenuous to pretend that people will be going to Helsinki by train and boat … very few will be willing to allocate six days of the holiday just for the journey. It’s

A local's guide to Ljubljana, Slovenia: top 10 tips

Though it’s modest by modern standards (13 storeys and 70 metres tall), Nebotičnik was the first “skyscraper” in Yugoslavia, and the ninth-tallest building in Europe when it opened in 1933. Architect Vladimir Šubic was inspired by the art deco skyscrapers of New York, though more conservative residents dismissed it as a “freak”. Today, the wraparound rooftop terrace

This Is the Scientific Reason Flying Makes You so Tired

We’ve all stepped off the jet bridge feeling tired, groggy, or ready to practically drop on the floor and take a nap in the middle of a terminal. At least, most of us have. Traveling can make anyone tired, though it affects some people more than others. This phenomenon is known as jet lag and it’s actually a real, temporary disorder rather than just a traveler’s myth

A Swiss village obsessed with Scotland

The unmistakeable sound of bagpipes rose up and I joined the crowd to watch the pipers and drummers, decked out in kilts and sporrans, play the rousing standard Amazing Grace. Behind me was a whisky bar and a stall selling haggis. The mock street signs read Cowgate and Princes Street, leading to a field where, later, I would watch a caber-tossing competition. But

Tour de northern France: a new cycling trail in Flanders

I’m sitting down to a picnic breakfast at a sun-flecked table beside the River Lys in Flanders. Consulting my map, I write the following numbers on something approximating a waxed luggage tag: “22-37-71-34-33-32-31-30-08-01-33”. I put the map away, slip the tag around my bike’s handlebars and I’m set for the morning. I’ve never been to this part of Flanders before

Shaking Down a New Cruise Ship

Some things are simply worth the wait. It's been more than two years since Princess Cruises launched a new ship, so we've been eagerly anticipating Sky Princess, a vessel designed to follow in the footsteps of and improve upon the blueprint of Royal Class fleetmates Royal Princess, Regal Princess and Majestic Princess. The newest ship in Princess Cruises' fleet left

Royal Caribbean’s ‘Adventure of the Seas’ requests help from Coast Guard off Jersey Shore

A cruise ship passenger suffered a stroke aboard Royal Caribbean’s “Adventure of the Seas” and had to be airlifted to AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center from more than 100 miles off the Jersey Shore, according to the Coast Guard. The medevac took place after the Coast Guard was contacted by the ship’s crew via satellite phone about 6:20 p.m. Thursday

Visit Real-life Sites From ‘Downton Abbey’ With an Exclusive Look at Highclere Castle on Viking's New Cruise Extensions

After topping the box office in the UK and the U.S. after its recent release, it’s clear that "Downton Abbey" is here to stay. And thanks to a sponsorship with Viking, fans of the show, movie, and those fabulous costumes can head to the UK for privileged, private access to Highclere Castle, the real Downton Abbey — home to the fictitious Crawley family on screen, and

The secret Camino: Europe's greatest pilgrimage – with coastal views and no crowds

As I set off on my pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela, I was in a tetchy mood. The sky was blue, the sun was blazing but, for piffling reasons, my brain felt as angry as the Atlantic by my side. I beat myself up further; this was wholly inappropriate for the “spiritual journey” that lay ahead. But then I realised: actually, I’d come to just the right place. Because as I left the

11 Travel Memoirs Written by Some of the World’s Most Adventurous Women

Running behind a line of wild-eyed sled dogs, Blair Braverman skimmed over glaciers and Arctic plains. Cyclist Kate Harris ducked Tibetan army checkpoints as she pedaled between the Himalayas, while war reporter Martha Gellhorn wise-cracked across China by riverboat and rickety plane. In between, these authors struggled with self-doubt, found love, and pushed

The Basel Earthquake

On this day in 1356, one of the most devastating earthquakes ever to hit northern Europe struck the small Swiss town of Basel, situated at the southern end of the Upper Rhine Graben. Basel was nearly completely destroyed with over 300 people dead. Those wooden houses that were not destroyed by the

A Cheeseburger Shortage Has Struck American Airlines

American Airlines is facing an unexpected complication: a cheeseburger shortage. About one year after introducing the cheeseburger onto its first class domestic service, the airline is dropping the American classic from its menu. The cheeseburger wasn’t supposed to disappear until mid-November, but earlier this month, the airline ran out of beef patties. And it doesn’t plan to reorder any more. Until

Travel on Trial: Racing through a winter wonderland on a snowmobile in Finnish Lapland

When I was small, my mum used to create a miniature snow scene every December on our piano. She would scrunch up balls of newspaper and run sheets of cotton wool over the top. She’d then carefully place figurines on the snow: a tiny house with a battery-powered light that would glow in the evenings, a miniature snowman with a yellow scarf and a black top hat, dainty pine trees

Ancient 'lost city' of the Khmer Empire uncovered in Cambodia

Shrouded in mystery for decades, Mahendraparvata has been dubbed the "lost city." Now, scientists say they have identified it for certain. "Here, we confirm the hypothesis, based on this accumulated body of evidence, that Mahendraparvata -- the eighth- to ninth-century AD capital of the Khmer Empire -- was located on the Phnom Kulen massif," said the report, which was published in the

People Are Flocking to This Obscure Indonesian Pond for Underwater Selfies

A pond in Indonesia, where villagers used to wash their laundry, is now a bona fide tourist destination known as the “Instagram Pond.” The transformation of the area, Umbul Ponggok in Central Java, began in 2006 when elected village head Junaedi Mulyono wanted to create a tourist attraction but didn't know where to start. He brought in students from a nearby university who found that

Five Reasons To Celebrate Fall 2019 In Boston

In some ways, Boston is synonymous with autumn – so many colleges, so much pretty foliage, so many apples... But there is so much more to the city – new luxury hotels, restaurants and many cocktails to enjoy. So here are five reasons to visit this fall. What’s better than sipping an elegant brown spirit to welcome cooler weather? Getting five cognac cocktails at some of Boston’s hottest bars

These Are The Best Airlines To Fly This Fall

Creating a definitive list of the best airlines to fly is difficult at any time of the year. But with recent airline bankruptcies and shakeups, this fall is a particularly challenging time. No wonder, then, that the latest read on airline customer service contains a few surprises. The biggest one? An airline with a well-deserved reputation as a bottom-feeder has vaulted to the number two spot in the rankings

A mosque in the land of midnight sun

As midnight approached on 27 July, scores of visitors to the Norwegian city of Tromsø – the largest non-Russian municipality north of the Arctic Circle – thronged to Mount Storsteinen, or “the mountain”, as it’s locally called. Some of the more intrepid midnight summiteers hiked a switch-backed trail through the woods along its flank; the most ambitious clambered nearly vertically to the

Windstar Cruises Begins Ambitious Three Ship “Stretching” Renovation Program In Italy

Windstar Cruises has kicked off one of the most ambitious refurbishment programs within cruising to date, beginning the process of “stretching” its three small cruise ships: Star Breeze, Star Legend and Star Pride. The $250 million Star Class Initiative will take the three ships, currently with a passenger capacity of 212, and essentially pull them apart, inserting a section with 50 staterooms for

48 hours in . . . Rhodes, an insider guide to the Island of the Knights

Despite being a classic bucket-and-spade destination, there is so much more to Rhodes than its 300-plus days of sunshine and long, sandy beaches. The grand Dodecanese island’s Unesco World Heritage-listed capital is Europe’s oldest continuously inhabited medieval town and worth a visit in its own right. The Knights of the Order of St John, the Ottomans and Fascist-era Italian occupiers

Doing it for the 'gram? Royal Caribbean says no to that, bans guests for life

Doing it for the 'gram? Royal Caribbean Cruises doesn't think that's a good idea, particularly when it's dangerous. “Earlier this week on the Allure of the Seas a guest was observed recklessly and dangerously posing for a photo by standing on her stateroom balcony railing with the help of her companion," Jonathon Fishman, corporate reputation manager for Royal Caribbean Cruises, told USA

Ethiopia opens its secretive Imperial Palace

For more than a century, the secretive imperial palace complex has stood over Ethiopia's capital city of Addis Ababa, closed off to everyone but the country's leaders and the troops who protected them. Almost hidden from view on a wooded bluff, its forbidding 40-acre compound was unknown even to some of those living beneath it. Behind its walls, plots were hatched, conquests planned and

The London Beer Flood

They say too much beer is bad for you. Meux's Brewery Co Ltd was a London brewery located at Tottenham Court Road and Oxford Street, one of the city's poorer districts at the time. On October 18, 1814, a vat of beer 22 feet high and containing approximately 135,000 gallons ruptured. The

Japanese airline's robots could let the elderly 'travel' from home

If your inability to travel prevents you from embarking on a dream vacation, a robot might one day stand in your place. Japan's All Nippon Airways has unveiled plans to deploy 1,000 "Newme" telepresence robots as surrogates for people whose health prevents them from traveling far. It could attend a big game in your place or go shopping on your behalf, ANA said

‘Momcations,’ the solo mom travel trend that is pushing the industry for change

They say motherhood is a blessing, but sometimes mama needs a vacation. This near universal desire for a break has contributed to a unique travel opportunity for mothers who a willing to go on a solo adventure. The phenomenon has been dubbed a “momcation” by industry experts and eager social media sharers. On Instagram, the hashtag #momcation has been

A bomb cyclone is knocking out power and disrupting travel in the Northeast

Winds as strong as those in a tropical storm are pummeling New England on Thursday morning as a storm known as a bomb cyclone knocks out power and promises to disrupt travel in the region through the end of the workweek. The storm "is now parked over southern New England with the pressure equivalent to a Category 2 hurricane," CNN meteorologist Dave Hennen

The most beautiful places in Australia

From jaw-dropping natural formations to modern man-made wonders, Australia fits a whole lot of beauty into one diverse country. Australia is a bucket list destination for many travelers, and it's not surprising -- whether you're a city kid or a nature fiend, you can transport yourself from the coolest Melbourne or Sydney coffee shops to a gorgeous mountain range or island

Black Travel Vibes: Discover The Desert Oasis Of Oman

While most people tend to flock to neighboring United Arab Emirates for the glitz and the glam, those looking to travel a bit deeper and get a more traditional Middle Eastern experience, head to Oman. Despite offering natural beauty, spectacular mountains, wind-blown deserts and a pristine coastline, Oman still remains an underrated oasis. However, more and more

Can Flight Simulator reboot save aviation?

A colossus of the gaming world is stirring from hibernation. Microsoft Flight Simulator, the beloved PC-based pastime of aspiring airliner captains and wannabe fighter pilots since 1982, has been in a state of suspended animation since the release of Microsoft Flight Simulator X (FSX), its 10th version, in 2006. But 13 years of slumber hasn't dimmed the enthusiasm of a

11 Hotels Around the World With Amazing Fall Foliage Views

The changing leaves are as quintessentially autumn as pumpkin spice lattes and cozy sweaters. There’s no better way to enjoy the fall colors than from the comfort of your hotel room, wrapped up in a plush blanket and sipping a warm cup of coffee. All around the world you can glimpse the bright reds and warm yellows of fall foliage without having to leave your

Everything you need to know if you're traveling through SFO

San Francisco International Airport (SFO), located about 13 miles south of the financial district, is the 7th busiest in the United States and the 23rd busiest airport in the world. The airport served 57.8 million passengers in 2018. Find out which domestic and international airlines serve SFO and check out terminal maps, then click forward to about parking, ground transportation

190-pound Mastiff Rescued From Mountain Hike After Suffering From Exhaustion

A mastiff weighing in at nearly 200 pounds had to be rescued from a mountain hike near Salt Lake City after suffering from exhaustion on Sunday. Three-year-old Floyd was brought down the Grandeur Peak trail on a stretcher after he laid down and his owner was unable to move him. Several hikers called local police to report that the owner and his dog were stuck. The

Royal Caribbean targets Vanuatu for first carbon-neutral private cruise destination

Royal Caribbean is adding a new destination to its Perfect Day Island Collection: a new private island destination on Lelepa, Vanuatu, located about 1,200 miles northeast of Brisbane, Australia. Michael Bayley, the cruise giant's president and CEO announced "Perfect Day at Lelepa, Vanuatu" on Monday with the country's prime minister, Charlot Salwai. “Anyone who has

Great modern architecture in Europe

With its quirky blob architecture, this gallery is nicknamed the “friendly alien” by locals, and viewed from Schlossberg hill in the city centre, it does look like an extraterrestrial has landed smack bang in the old town – especially at night, when the facade glows in a pixellated light show. The contemporary art shows are well worth a look, too. “You can tell I’m pretty

Pug Races Are Super Popular in Germany — and We're Just Finding Out

How did we not know? For the past few years, clubs across Germany have been taking on pug racing, hoping to rebrand the short, stubby animals as an active breed of dog. “This isn’t a competitive race,” Angelika Schmorr, owner of a pug named Lulu, told the New York Times at Saturday's competition in Hamburg. “We are all here just for the fun of it.” Although the

The best hotels to network and chill in... Sydney, including complimentary happy hours, minibars and goodie bags

Laptops and smartphones might make working on the fly a whole lot easier but that doesn’t mean today’s business travellers don’t have needs. The following properties are our go-to for the soft landing required after a long-haul flight, the fiercest coffee in town, and the best flexi-work spaces and meeting rooms. Proximity to Sydney’s Central Business District, Sydney

75-year-old woman leaps to her death from cruise ship balcony

A 75-year-old woman jumped to her death from an eighth-floor cruise ship balcony, a report said Wednesday. The woman, who was not immediately identified, leaped from the balcony of the Costa Cruise ship Costa Pacifica on Oct. 10 at about 10:45 p.m., Fox News reported. The ship was traveling off the coast of Portugal when the woman leaped into the ocean, according

Disney World Opens

Walt Disney World Resort opened on this date near Orlando, Florida in 1971. As the largest recreational resort in the world, Walt Disney World Resort now consists of four theme parks, two waterparks and 28 resorts. Walt Disney began looking for an appropriate location as early as 1959. Unhappy with the many

New Study Proposes Frequent Flyer Mile Tax To Curb Excessive Travel

A new report out of the Centre for Energy Policy and Technology in the Imperial College of London suggests that frequent flyers should be taxed in an effort to help discourage excessive travel. The study, which is called Behaviour change, public engagement and Net Zero, was commissioned by the United Kingdom’s Committee on Climate Change and is a broader look at the how the economy of

Up Next on Your Travel Wish List: Acre, Israel

There are a lot of important historic and cultural reasons to visit Acre, one of the easternmost spots on the Mediterranean. It’s one of the oldest cities in the world, with more than 5,300 years of existence and imprints from the greatest empires in history. Romans, Islamists, Moors, Crusaders, Ottomans, you name it: They were all here. So were Marco Polo and Napoleon. Now it’s a city with

Why We All Need to Slow Down When We Travel: Women Who Travel Podcast

Do you ever feel so much pressure to eat, see, and do everything on a trip that you end up feeling utterly overwhelmed and exhausted before you've even touched the ground? Same here. In fact, sometimes it feels like we get so distracted by everything we're supposed to experience that we often end up missing out on the best thing about travel: actually getting to know a place. For

Black Travel Vibes: Indulge In The Mediterranean Vibes Of Malta

The Mediterranean is home to coastal jewels travelers love to explore like Italy’s Amalfi Coast and Croatia. However, one destination in the region many still tend to sleep on is the beautiful island nation of Malta. From historic sites like the baroque St. John’s Co-Cathedral and the Azure Window with its impressive seaside views to island hopping to nearby Gozo for a day of hiking, there is so

'Ibiza in the desert': Building a party culture in Dubai

"There are at least half a dozen A-list DJs here every weekend," says Wael Hijazi, a DJ and promoter who left his native Lebanon for Dubai in 2007. Hijazi runs his own club night "Deep Like" on board the Queen Elizabeth 2, a cruise liner christened by the British monarch in 1967, now owned by the Jumeirah Group and repurposed as a floating hotel. Well-known DJs from as far afield as London

Japan's most remote onsen

Perched beside the Kurobe River deep in the Japanese Alps, the small, milky-blue hot spring I was about to dip my toes into was a rather simple affair. A handful of yellow buckets served as washing stations, and clothes were balanced on nearby rocks. This was no luxury spa experience – but that was the beauty of it. For more than 1,000 years, natural hot springs – known as onsen – have been

Royal Caribbean Just Announced a Dreamy New Private Island

On Monday, Royal Caribbean announced its latest plan to build a sustainable private island in the South Pacific, and its name needs no further explanation. According to the cruise line's press release, the island, aptly called "Perfect Day at Lelepa" in Vanuatu, will be built with sustainability in mind complete with features designed to “safeguard the island's ecosystems.” The company also explained the

Chicago is home to one of the World's Best Hotel Bars, says Forbes Travel Guide

The Peninsula Chicago’s Z Bar got what amounts to an A-plus from Forbes Travel Guide, which named the swanky sixth-floor lounge to its first-ever list of the World’s Best Hotel Bars on Tuesday. A total of 44 bars in 13 countries made the cut. Eleven of the top hotel watering holes are in the United States. Z Bar, 108 E. Superior St., is the only Midwest hotel bar on the exclusive list. Opened in the

Silversea Releases Itineraries for New Cruise Ship Silver Dawn

Silversea has unveiled itineraries for new cruise ship Silver Dawn, scheduled to debut in September 2021. Inspired by the design of Silver Muse and forthcoming Silver Moon, 596-passenger Silver Dawn will set out on its maiden voyage from Civitavecchia (Rome) on September 22, 2021, and spend an inaugural season in the Mediterranean before repositioning to Fort Lauderdale. The ship's debut

What Do You Do When Your Travel Provider Collapses Mid-Trip?

With the sudden collapse of Thomas Cook just recently — and with some travelers stuck on their vacations and unable to get home as they’d originally planned — many travelers are wondering if something similar could happen to them in the future. If it does, what do you do? How can you protect yourself if your travel provider collapses mid-trip? The good thing is this kind of scenario, according to

Anwar El Sadat Becomes President of Egypt

On this day in 1970, Anwar El Sadat became the third President of Egypt. He was installed in office and served until October 6, 1981 when he was assassinated. He succeeded Gamal Abdel Nasser and modernized Egypt's role in the western world. Multi-party elections were instituted and he made

What is it like to visit Hong Kong right now?

Hong Kongers have been protesting for more than four months and demonstrations are becoming more violent and disruptive. The city's leaders have maintained Hong Kong is still open for business, but is it still safe to visit? The situation has changed significantly since June 9, when protest organizers estimated more than a million people took part in a peaceful march to oppose a bill that would

Black Travel Vibes: Escape To The Unspoiled Beauty Of The Pacific Islands

There are very few destinations on Earth that remain relatively untouched in a world that prides itself on turning nearly everything into the latest and greatest. So many of our favorite getaways are overrun with luxury resorts, souvenir stalls, and instagrammable sites that it’s hard to see or even imagine the true beauty of the destination. However, the Pacific Ocean is home to some of the

Denmark Introduces Checks On Swedish Border To Combat Terrorism, Travel Delays Expected

One of the benefits of living in the European Union—or more specifically, the Schengen Area—is the frictionless travel across national borders of member states. Schengen cooperation enhances the freedom of movement guaranteed by the EU to its citizens by enabling them to cross internal borders without being subjected to border checks. But questions are now being asked about the

10 of the best whisky distillery tours in Scotland

It’s an adventure in itself just reaching Nc’nean, a remote and free-spirited whisky startup 12 (slow) miles down a single-track road on the Morvern peninsula on Scotland’s stunning west coast. For those that do make it, tours (with coffee and a slice of organic cake) are less about stats and more about the soul of this exciting, sustainably-minded enterprise. The team here is experimenting with

Scandinavia Travel Highlights: The World’s Best Hot Chocolate In Stavanger, Norway

On a chilly fall morning in Stavanger, Norway, we were determined to triumph over the wind and rain. Clutching our umbrellas as we walked the cobble-stoned streets during an excursion from Viking's Jupiter, we didn’t have much time to explore Norway’s third-largest city. We had already toured the city’s Norwegian Petroleum Museum, a lot more interesting than it sounds, and were ready to

Who really owns borsch?

Soup should never be your go-to weapon in a food fight. As projectiles go, a bowl of chunky liquid proves messy and lacks precision. Fist-size bread rolls are more effective – or, say, chocolate pudding catapulted from a spoon. In Russia though, the latest food fight is all about soup, and it’s being hurled from the walls of the Kremlin via Twitter. The soup war boiled over into social media this year

Paralympian Climbs on Top of British Airways Plane to Protest Climate Change

James Brown, an Irish climate change protester who also happens to be a former paralympian, was arrested for climbing on top of a British Airways plane at London City Airport on Thursday, the BBC reported. Brown caused quite the scene during the flight, which was scheduled to fly from London to Amsterdam. The visually impaired cyclist, who won bronze in the London 2012 Paralympics, is

Want to get away? Here's why October is seeing the cheapest airfares since 2013

October airfares haven’t been this cheap in six years, making the slump between summer and winter holidays suddenly more exciting for people looking to get away. Tickets to domestic destinations cost an average of $211 this month, according to an analysis by Hopper, an online travel booking platform. That’s a 3.1 percent decrease from this time last year, according to Hayley Berg, Hopper’s

California's Massive Saddleridge Fire Has Torched 8,000 Acres of Land — and It's Still Burning

Firefighters in Los Angeles worked overtime this weekend to contain the massive Saddleridge Fire. The fire is now more than 40 percent contained, but there is still a long way to go in extinguishing it for good. The massive blaze began in the early hours of Friday morning, quickly sweeping through neighborhoods and causing multiple highway closures. According to a Facebook post by CAL FIRE

History & Culture Meet Modern Luxury At This Newly Reopened Siem Reap Hotel

At some hotels, you scuttle off to your room in the evening to settle in, exhausted after a long day of sightseeing. At others, you’re lured into common areas which feel like an extension of your own private space. You mingle with fellow travelers at the bar or stroll through an on-site gallery featuring local artists. The space has an energy that makes it more than merely a spot to rest your head at

What You Need To Know About Flying With The Upcoming REAL ID Deadline

You may have seen “REAL ID” in the news or at the airport. But what is it? What do you need to know about it? Do you need one? How will it impact your travel? All these questions are important to ask so that you can be prepared and avoid any travel delays or problems. REAL ID is the result of an act passed by Congress in 2005. Congress was attempting to cut down on domestic terrorism

Porsche drivers stuck after Google Maps error

Unspoilt beaches at the foot of steep cliffs, romantic winding roads, and plenty of mountain wilderness -- Italy's Mediterranean island of Sardinia has it all. But some tourists are finding the combination a little too difficult to take. Authorities in Baunei, in Sardinia's eastern province of Ogliastra, have launched an appeal to visitors, telling them not to rely on Google Maps to get around the area

Drone video shows aftermath of New Orleans hotel collapse

Rescue workers and search dogs moved gingerly through a dangerously unstable New Orleans hotel Monday in a risky search for the only person still missing after the structure partially collapsed. Two people are known to have died in the Saturday disaster and more than 20 were hurt. Fire Chief Tim McConnell told reporters that engineers were in the building to determine how best to stabilize it

Japan's Cruise Ports Investing Millions in Expansions & Upgrades Ahead of 2020 Olympics

Japan's ports are investing millions of dollars in upgrades and expansion in a bid to attract more cruise lines to the country. The country's ports are gearing up for a significant increase in tourist numbers as a result of 2020's Olympics and Paralympics, which take place next summer across the country. Japan has already seen significant increases in passenger numbers as a result of hosting this

Cruise ship makes record-breaking tight squeeze through canal

A 22.5 metre-wide cruise ship has become the largest ship to pass through the narrow Corinth Canal in Greece, according to its operator. The Braemer cruise liner was so close to the sides of the 6.4 kilometre-long canal when it squeezed through on October 9 that passengers could almost reach out and touch them, UK-based Fred Olsen Cruises said. At 24,344 gross tonnes and 195.82

Why you should visit St. Paul

Twin schmin. When I visited St. Paul this summer, I was vaguely aware of another city nearby. I saw skyscrapers in the distance and heard mention of a twin — a sparklier, sassier, busier, bigger city slightly to the west. A city that gets first billing and all the love. I registered that other city in my mind and then dismissed it altogether. Because St. Paul, I discovered, is more fun than second fiddle

Whether in Orlando or London, Harry Potter tourist attractions cast a magical spell

My 10-year-old daughter, Chloe, squared her feet, raised her arm toward the dark, diamond-paned windows, and waved her wand in a triangle pattern as she shouted an incantation into the night air. “Incendio!” Immediately, the building’s dark windows glowed with brilliant white light, and a small crowd of people around us gasped and clapped. Chloe looked at me with a smile as bright as the

Traveling while introverted: One semi-social writer’s guide

“How is the lack of talking?” a good friend asked in an email. I was eight days into a 10-day solo trip in Portland, Ore., and the lack of talking was, in a word, refreshing. Disclosure: There was some talking. I’d chat with neighbors at the house where I was staying, to cashiers at stores and to the occasional passerby. In between, I was loving every minute of what I’ve come to call my semi-social

The Battle of Hastings

On October 14th in the year 1066, a battle took place in England that in many ways determined the course of the next 1,000 years of western history. The army of Duke William of Normandy of France fought the English Army of King Harold II. Harold had been on the throne only a few months, and

Croatia Is the Affordable European Destination You Need to Visit

Tourism is on the rise in Croatia and there’s no wonder why. This beautiful Central European country along the Adriatic Sea was Travel + Leisure’s Reader’s Choice Destination of the Year in 2016 due to its gorgeous beaches, historical points of interest, picturesque national parks, and delicious food. And frankly, there’s no sign of the country’s popularity waning amongst international travelers after

A woman wore a bikini so tiny she was arrested

A Taiwanese tourist was arrested and fined for wearing a particularly revealing bikini on the beach at the Philippines' newly reopened resort island of Boracay, local media reported. The tourist, who has not been named, sparked controversy by donning a string bikini on the island's famous white-sand beaches on October 9, according to the state-run Philippines News Agency (PNA). Traveling with

Culinary Travel: The Big Cheese Tariff

Travel offers opportunities to savor foods and wines unique to certain countries and regions directly at their source. For example, who wouldn’t jump at the chance to sip Champagne at its appellation in France? Or, want to nibble on a piece of aged PDO Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese in the Emilia Romagna region of Italy? Of course, for culinary travelers, one thing often leads to another—including

Lille wonder: a whistle-stop tour of a Franco-Belgian jewel

Lille may not be the obvious city for a short break, despite the fact it’s highly convenient to reach via Eurostar. On the train, I flick through the current issue of Metropolitan, the Eurostar magazine, which skips past Lille to focus on the more obvious tourist locations of Paris, Brussels and Amsterdam. However, when you alight here this city feels as if it’s transforming. Get past the sight of Primark

October Is LGBT History Month — Here’s Where to Celebrate Around the World

Every June, the world embraces a rainbow-hued glow as nations across the globe gather to celebrate . The festivities commemorate the Stonewall Rebellion in New York City on June 28, 1969, which is widely recognized as the birth of the modern LGBT movement. But October is another equally important month for the community, which marks the observance of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and

Huge cruise ship squeezes through Greek canal to claim record

Cruise passengers held their breath as a 22.5 meter wide cruise liner became the largest boat to pass through Greece's narrow Corinth Canal, according to its operator. Carrying 929 passengers on board, the Braemar cruise liner narrowly managed to squeeze through the rocky walls of the canal -- which measures a maximum of 25 meters wide at the water's surface -- making it the longest

Teen makes snoring stepfather hand out 'care packages,' earplugs to fellow airline passengers

What a thoughtful and not-at-all insulting gesture. A 17-year-old from Australia recently decided that her stepfather’s snoring was so bad, he should be handing out care packages — complete with handwritten notes — to his fellow passengers on a 32-hour flight. Last month, Alan Tattersall, from Victoria, Australia, was preparing to head to Houston for business when his stepdaughter, Grace, got the

Ban air miles to fight climate change, committee says

Air miles programs should be banned and a levy on frequent flyers implemented in order to reduce carbon emissions from aviation, the UK government's climate advisory body has said in a new report. The measure is one of a number of recommendations from the Committee on Climate Change (CCC), which published its research Thursday on how the UK can meet its target of net-zero carbon

South African Airways Partners With TravPRO Mobile To Launch New Travel Trades Educational Portal

Fort Lauderdale, FL (October 10, 2019) – South African Airways (SAA), Africa’s most awarded airline, and TravPRO Mobile, a leader in mLearning and sales enablement platforms, announce the launch of AfricaPRO, a new B2B online educational training platform for the travel trade in North America

American Cruise Lines Presents U.S. Figure Skating’s 2019 Skate America

GUILFORD, CT—October 10, 2019—American Cruise Lines is an official sponsor of U.S. Figure Skating’s 2019-2020 season and the presenting sponsor for 2019’s Skate America, taking place next week, October 18th-20th, at the Orleans Arena in Las Vegas—broadcast by NBC Sports. The partnership is the

Saturday Night Live

On this date in 1975, Saturday Night Live had its debut as a contemporary comedy variety show for NBC. The cast showcased unknown talents and included Dan Aykroyd, John Belushi, Chevy Chase, Jane Curtin, Garrett Morris, Laraine Newman, and Gilda Radner. The first show featured George Carlin as the

Seeking Happy Campers, Government Offers Revamped Travel Portal

The U.S. government has made it easier to book a camping trip by moving a travel portal to the cloud, a tech revamp that makes the website more reliable and gives it the flexibility to add services. Since its move to the cloud a year ago, Recreation.gov has drawn more visitors to less-famous attractions and has saved paperwork—and money—for individual parks that can now be booked online

Talking Tea, Travel and Tastings With Baccarat Hotel’s Resident Reine du Thé

It’s not everyday you get to meet a queen. Let alone sit down with one over a cup or two of tea. However among the glittering chandeliers and silk-covered walls of the grand salon at Baccarat Hotel New York, self-appointed reine du thé (queen of tea) Gabrielle Jammal prepares the afternoon honey and tea pairing lesson. “Everything here at Baccarat tells a story and our tea

Typhoon Hagibis affecting Japan travel

As Typhoon Hagibis threatens to wreak havoc in Japan, travelers may find themselves having to change plans at the last minute. Tourists in Japan for the Rugby World Cup have already been affected by the impending storm. Two matches, England-France and New Zealand-Italy, have been preemptively canceled. Although Hagibis was previously classified as a "super typhoon," the JTWC

California bans travel-size plastic shampoo bottles from hotels

In a few years, you'll no longer be able to rely on hotels in California for those travel-size bottles of shampoo and lotion. California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill Wednesday that bans hotels from supplying such bottles in an effort to reduce the number of plastic containers being thrown away by hotels and guests. The bill, set to take effect in 2023, will apply to lodging

It's a bird, it's a plane, it's a car: Porsche, Boeing pair up to work on flying vehicles

Automakers are setting their eyes on the clouds. The German car manufacturer Porsche is partnering with airplane maker Boeing to create a "premium urban air mobility vehicle," also known as a flying car. The collaboration was announced on Thursday as the two companies seek to develop a concept and better understand what the market for a flying vehicle might be in the coming years

Black Travel Vibes: Explore Majestic Lakes And Mountains in Italy

The hit book and movie Eat, Pray, Love would have you believe that all there is to Italy is crowded espresso bars, lusty locals and endless plates of pasta and pizza (to go along with your ancient sites, of course), but that’s far from the case. Go beyond the typical tourist spots and you’ll discover a side of Italy very few ever see on their adventures. A few hours north of Rome lies a peaceful

Farm-to-plane food has arrived on Singapore Airlines

Farm-to-table dining may now be a ubiquitous food concept, but farm-to-plane cuisine is just taking off. Singapore Airlines' new produce-heavy meal service, which launched on October 1, allows business class passengers on the 19-hour Newark to Singapore route to enjoy a fresh treat. Partnering with AeroFarms -- an indoor farm where food is produced in vertically stacked layers that's

Traveling with an autistic child: How my family found a place that's truly 'all-inclusive'

On a sunny morning in August, I sat in our family car ready to head to the airport. The trunk was packed with luggage for three nights for me and my seven-year-old twins and we were heading to a place I never thought I would go — an all-inclusive resort. In my pre-kid life, the idea of staying in one place for your vacation and not getting to explore the local culture would have been

Southwest Is Discontinuing Its Discounted Fares for Senior Citizens

Southwest Airlines has always been a friend to budget travelers. However, according to a new report by The Points Guy, the airline may be doing away with one of its best discounts — senior fares. For several years those over the age of 65 could purchase tickets for “Anytime Travel" with a small discount. Those tickets were also fully refundable in the event of a cancellation. However

The last sea salt farmers of the East China Sea

More than 18,000 largely uninhabited islands lie adrift in the remote waters of the East China Sea. But one rises sharply from the rest: Hua’ao Island. This 66 million-year-old island is home to the region’s last remaining salt flats, and area farmers have been harvesting sea salt here for at least 1,300 years. These salt flats, or seawater evaporation pools, are not mere historical relics

Princess Cruise Line Just Announced a New Ship That Will Visit 18 Ports Around South America in 50 Days

Princess Cruises announced the name and routes of its newest ship, the Discovery Princess, on Oct. 4. This is Princess’s largest-ever inaugural launch, and it has planned cruises to Europe, the Caribbean, and the California Coast. The Discovery Princess is also going to embark on a 50-day cruise around South America perfect for travelers hoping to explore the continent! The South America

Cunard’s Queen Mary 2 Cruise Ship Set for 2020 Refit

Cunard has confirmed that its flagship 2,691-passenger Queen Mary 2 will enter dry dock for a refurbishment in November 2020. The details first came to light on the Cruise Critic message boards, with rsquare writing: "QM2 is scheduled for [a] refit from 6 to 28 November 2020 (it is shown on the Cunard website as voyage M037). Given that the ship just went through refit three years ago

The Resignation of Spiro Agnew

On this day in 1973, Vice President Spiro Agnew resigned from office. Agnew pleaded nolo contendere to criminal charges of money laundering and tax evasion after the revelation that he accepted bribes while governor of the state of Maryland. Agnew was consequently disbarred in Maryland. His resignation

How Typhoon Hagibis may affect Japan travel

As "violent" Typhoon Hagibis threatens to wreak havoc in Japan, travelers may find themselves having to change plans at the last minute. The typhoon, which is the strongest of the 2019 season thus far, is expected to make landfall in Japan on Saturday, October 12. The United States Joint Typhoon Warning Center has classified Hagibis as a "super typhoon," on par with a category five

Women Who Went The Extra Mile To Avoid Air Travel

A survey conducted by Swiss Bank UBS earlier this month revealed one in five people are choosing to cut back on flying. According to the BBC, UBS reached out to more than 6,000 people in the UK, US, Germany, and France in May 2019 and their findings show that over the past year 21% of people asked had chosen to reduce the number of flights they were taking, due to the climate crisis

Detroit woman completes quest to become first black woman to visit every country

Some people set records by jumping the highest or running the fastest. But for Jessica Nabongo, a UN employee turned travel blogger, it's by becoming the first black woman to visit every country on Earth. She set out to visit all 193 countries in the world in 2016, and on October 6 arrived the last on her list, Seychelles, according to a post on her Instagram page. She also clocked up a

Black Travel Vibes: This Bali Animal Adventure Is A Walk On The Wild Side

There’s no doubt about it, travelers love Bali. Despite the 24-hour+ flight time, people just can’t stay away from the island’s lush rice paddies, awe-inspiring temples, sandy beaches, and cultural vibes. It’s constantly at the top of many travel wish lists, and that’s not changing anytime soon. However, one thing you don’t see too often as you scroll through seemingly endless Bali photos on social

Hanoi to shut down 'train street' cafes

Authorities are clamping down on the cafes that line one of Hanoi's most famous roads, citing overtourism and safety concerns. On an Old Quarter thoroughfare, known as "train street," locomotives rumble down an active track just inches away from homes and other buildings. The juxtaposition of train tracks and residential housing has made it hugely popular among travelers. But the municipal

10 of the best small ski resorts in Europe

Port Aine is a lovely ski resort with 22 pistes, reaching a height of 2,440 metres. As with many small Spanish resorts it is only busy at weekends, so during the week you can enjoy deserted beautifully groomed pistes, with lovely off-piste challenges as well. Food and drink prices are very low, and the people really welcoming. Lift passes at €65 for two days are great value, or just €3 if, like me, you

Man Detained After Forcing Himself Onto American Airlines Flight

A man who tried to force himself onto an American Airlines flight in Miami on Monday was detained by local police. According to CNN, the unidentified man tried to forcibly board American Airlines Flight 1060, between Miami and Newark, by running past the gate agent and onto the plane. Apparently, the man had a ticket for the flight but his bizarre behavior prompted gate agents to call the police. A

Disney World Skyliner gondola mishap leaves 3 people hospitalized: report

Three people were reportedly hospitalized and released after an apparent mechanical glitch at Walt Disney World’s new aerial gondola ride trapped riders for hours on Saturday night. No injuries were reported in the incident. Officials for Disney have not said when the temporarily-shuttered attraction may open again. On Oct. 5, shortly after 9 p.m., an image of a gondola pile-up at the theme park

How Airlines Are Offsetting Their Own Carbon Footprint

There's no doubt that 2019 has been a watershed year for the global collective conscience, a series of ticking truth bombs triggering a mass epiphany that every one of our actions counts. Never before have so many vowed, researched how, and debated ways to buy better, eat better, and travel better. On the latter, the most contentious question of all is: How do we fly better? That air travel is a

‘At a certain point, you just lose it:’ Passengers revolt and riot aboard Norwegian Spirit cruise ship

The disappointment started mounting the first day of a two-week Norwegian Cruise Line voyage in Europe. So by the time the Norwegian Spirit had diverted to several alternative ports — spending extra unplanned days at sea — passengers were on edge. They had already missed out on Iceland, the trip’s main attraction. By Monday, a week and a half in, travelers were gathered with their

Carnival passenger critically injured after falling onto lower cruise ship deck

A 23-year-old man aboard the Carnival Valor cruise ship this week fell off a railing where he was sitting onto a lower deck, sustaining serious injuries. "Carnival Cruise Line can confirm that a 23-year-old male guest sailing on Carnival Valor was injured on board and, after being evaluated by the ship’s medical team, it was determined that he required further evaluation and treatment," Vance

Supernova 1604

On this day in 1604, observers in Northern Italy witnessed a supernova taking place in the Milky Way, in the constellation Ophiuchus. Johannes Kepler, famous astronomer and mathematician, named it after himself. Visible to the unaided observer of the night sky, it was brighter than any star. It was, and still

Are tourists getting more badly behaved?

Whether it's skinny dipping in Venetian canals, chasing geishas down the street in Japan, or simply turning up in unsustainable numbers, tourists have been making headlines for all the wrong reasons recently. Each week seems to bring new stories of travelers engaging in some type of transgression in popular or far-flung places. While tourists were once seen as a highly coveted source of

Black Travel Vibes: A Visit To Rwanda Will Make You Feel At Home

Majestic volcanoes, lush rain forests and beautiful beaches off Lake Kivu are just a few of the things that make Rwanda one of the continent’s most stunning, yet underrated travel destinations. For many years the country’s tumultuous history kept tourists away and missing out on its unmatched beauty. That’s all beginning to change. Many travelers looker for experiences that run deeper than

The British isle that doesn't belong

“Hello, fairies,” came the soft voice of the recorded announcement as we bounced over Fairy Bridge on the 10:30 bus to the small town of Port St Mary. The simple stone bridge was covered in a colourful collection of messages and ribbons, among other oddities, and, according to local superstition, it’s considered bad luck not to greet the bridge’s fabled residents. The narrow country road was

Shooting Stars Will Be Visible Over the Big Dipper This Week — Here’s How to See Them

The Big Dipper is an icon of the night sky that everybody has heard of, and most can recognize. For those of us in the northern hemisphere it’s currently hanging low in the northern sky as darkness begins. However, look above it on Tuesday evening and you might just spot streaks of light from a shooting star as the Draconid meteor shower peaks. What’s more, it’s the first of two meteor

German food: 20 of the best things to eat

German food is rich, hearty and diverse. It's comfort eating with high-quality, often locally sourced ingredients. The cuisine of Germany has been shaped not only by the country's agricultural traditions but by the many immigrants that have made the country home over the centuries. It's definitely more than a mere mix of beer, sauerkraut and sausage. Today Germans appreciate well

8 Tips for Hotels, From a Hotel Guest

These are not tips for travelers. They are tips for hotels and inns on how to make a guest (me, to be specific) happy. My wife, Jane, and I travel a lot and stay in a variety of accommodations, from a sleep-on-the-floor desert oasis in Iran to landmark hotels in Europe to jungle eco-lodges in Nicaragua. Wherever we are, though, it’s easy to see things that could be changed to make our stay more

Scandinavia Travel Highlights: Stockholm’s Skansen, World’s First Open-Air Museum

The world’s first open-air museum is a short tram ride from Stockholm’s city center and is worth as much time as you can allow. Opened in 1891, Skansen showcases more than 150 buildings from different time periods and different parts of Sweden, which were disassembled and transported to the site. There are farmsteads from southern Sweden, a Sami camp from the north and even some

10 of the best things to see and do in Batignolles, Paris

This could be renamed the Batignolles food street, as both sides of the road are lined with restaurants symbolising the new image of the quartier. Meat-lovers should book the bistro-like Gaston, whose friendly owner, Rachid, serves traditional dishes such as oeufs en meurette (eggs poached in a rich red wine sauce) or aged prime rib with a béarnaise sauce (lunch menu €20). For more veggie

American Airlines cuts Boeing 737 Max from schedules until Jan. 16 as grounding continues

American Airlines pulled the Boeing 737 Max from its schedules until mid-January, delaying its return longer than any U.S. airline, as the prolonged grounding of the troubled plane disrupts year-end holiday travel. Regulators have not said when they will allow airlines to operate the Max jet again. The plane hasn’t been allowed to fly since mid-March after two crashes within five months of each other

Airline Seatback Screens May Be an Endangered Species

In the quest to command higher fares and traveler loyalty, airlines are constantly scrambling to market their onboard services as better than Brand X. These days, one highly visible battleground is directly in front of you: the seatback screen. While such displays are firmly entrenched aboard long-haul fleets, helping pass the hours during ocean crossings, there’s a deep difference of opinion

5 people were hurt and cabins were 'torn open and crushed' after a cruise ship crashed into a cargo ship

Five passengers from the German river-cruise ship Prinzessin Isabella were injured on October 8 after a collision with a cargo ship, according to the website Vessel Tracker. Two of those passengers were reportedly taken to the hospital. The Prinzessin Isabella, which was carrying 165 passengers, received significant damage, as multiple cabins on its upper passenger deck were "torn open and

Carnival unveils design for its new Terminal F at PortMiami coming in 2022

Now every cruise company wants a glassy ship terminal at PortMiami, and Carnival Corporation is no exception. The Miami-based cruise company unveiled planned designs for its renovation and expansion of Terminal F as Miami-Dade commissioners voted to approve the $195 million terminal deal last month. Carnival's new Terminal F will be designed by local firm Berenblum Busch

The Great Chicago Fire

One fine night when we were all in bed, Old Mrs. O'Leary left the light on in the shed... The Great Chicago Fire burned from the evening on Sunday, October 8 to the early morn on Tuesday, October 10, 1871. Legend has it that the fire started in a shed owned by Catherine O'Leary, and was instigated by a

Bruges (My Choice) Named One Of 50 Most Beautiful Cities By Travel Experts

Flight Network set out to name the World’s Best Cities© by asking the experts. In all, 1000+ travel writers, travel bloggers and travel agencies from around the globe were queried. I was one of them, and my nominee was Bruges, which came in at Number 26. Bruges thrived in the 14th and 15th centuries due to viable waterways and well-off merchants. By the 19th century, the aquatic lifeline was

How We Learned to Love Traveling with Our Families: Women Who Travel Podcast

Family travel comes in all shapes and sizes these days: Women Who Travel contributor Priya Krishna takes an annual trip with 20 of her extended family members; editor Megan Spurrell travels each July 4 with her sisters and mom; and editor Corina Quinn heads south, to coastal South Carolina, where her slew of nieces and nephews will be endlessly entertained. Truly experts when it comes to

How face recognition is taking over airports

Instead of scanning her boarding pass, the airport gate scanned her face. In April 2019, traveler MacKenzie Fegan was left surprised and confused when she boarded a JetBlue flight from the United States to Mexico, without handing over her passport, or travel documents. "There were plastic barricades across the front of each lane, I look to my right, and the gate opens," she tells CNN Travel

'World's first travel guide' goes on display

Its vivid pictures of far-off lands captivated audiences when they were first published. And followers were keen to replicate Erhard Reiwich's scenes of Venice and Jerusalem. Sound familiar? Not so fast. These pictures were published 500 years before Instagram. "Peregrinatio in Terram Sanctam" ("Pilgrimage to the Holy Land") is said to be the world's first travel guide. Written by Bernhard von

Rick Steves Self-imposes $1 Million 'Tax' to Help Offset the Environmental Impact of the 30,000 People Who Take His Tours Each Year

Rick Steves feels bad about the impact his travel company has on the environment. And in a Twitter post last week, the travel TV host and tour operator announced his new “self-imposed carbon tax” meant to offset the environmental impact of bringing people to Europe every year. Tourism is responsible for about eight percent of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions, according to a study from

India to lift travel advisory on Kashmir two months after crackdown

India on Thursday will lift an advisory asking tourists and pilgrims to leave Jammu & Kashmir, further rolling back steps taken during a crackdown launched before the government scrapped the special status of the Muslim majority state two months ago. But underlining the continued security risks after the state government issued its advisory late on Monday, police said on Tuesday that two militants

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Boeing’s venture arm HorizonX will take a $20 million minority stake in Sir Richard Branson’s space tourism company Virgin Galactic once it goes public later this year. Virgin Galactic is planning to list on the New York Stock Exchange, through a merger announced in July with Social Capital Hedosophia. The space tourism company is in “the final stretch” of testing, CEO George Whitesides told CNBC

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Chicago has been crowned the country’s Best Big City for a record third year in a row in the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards. The Best Big City category is a relatively new addition to the travel publication’s long-running readers’ choice awards, now in their 32nd year. New York City won top honors when the category first debuted in 2015, and the Big Apple repeated its win the

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The collapse of Thomas Cook was “more a failure of corporate finance than a failure of travel”, according to the chief executive of Abta. Speaking at the travel association’s annual convention in Tokyo, Mark Tanzer said: “Thomas Cook paid £1.2bn in finance charges over the past six years, plus goodness knows how much in advisory fees to the City. “Those were profits from its holiday business

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An important message for all “Fixer Upper” fans who regret that Chip and Joanna Gaines never transformed their homes: It’s now possible to spend the night in a space created by the design stars. The couple announced their plans to open a boutique hotel in Waco, Texas come 2021. In a blog post last week, the Gaines family announced that their next project will be a boutique hotel in

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Chefs and researchers are stunned: those ancient tales of little-known South American flora with magical-sounding properties turned out to be true. Jambú, for example, a grassy-flavoured herb that traditional cooks pair with duck is also a tingling anaesthetic. “Here we say, ‘it makes you tremble’,” revealed Joanna Martins, head of the Paulo Martins Institute for the study of indigenous and

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Akettle seemed a prosaic request to make of a butler but it was soon sitting in my suite along with a selection of teas. Only later, considering the boutique nature of Crystal Bach, and our location – afloat on the Rhine, did I wonder it must have been a tall order to secure a spare. Crystal has many American guests, hence Nespresso machines rather than kettles as standard. Butler service is

New Ports Lure Asia’s Biggest Cruise Ship to the Philippines

The Philippines, a country of more than 7,600 islands where you’re rarely more than a few miles from the sea, wants a bigger slice of Asia’s growing cruise-tourism industry. For years the Southeast Asian nation has lagged behind its neighbors in attracting cruise visitors, partly because of spotty infrastructure. That’s bound to change as more ports are built and officials look at cruise tourism as a

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Thanksgiving is one of the busiest times to fly in America as hordes of people head home for some turkey, stuffing — maybe a pumpkin spice latte? — and good, old-fashioned family time. But Thanksgiving also happens to be one of the cheapest times to plan that international

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The year is more than halfway over, so if you’re behind on some of your 2019 travel goals, it may be time to ditch your favorite travel partner and take matters into your own hands. And why not? Unlike the pre-Google days, you now have an interactive map and translation service

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The students sit with their satchels on their desks, eager to get home after another long day of seven 50-minute classes. They listen patiently as their teacher makes a few announcements about tomorrow’s timetable. Then, as every day, the teacher’s final words: “OK everybody

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As the busiest airport in the world, Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson has dozens of hotels that are all within an extremely short drive from the terminals. You don’t even need to leave the airport itself to find a place to spend the night. People from all across the world end up in Atlanta. And

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You can’t go wrong with ordering a classic Martini. It’s a bold, no-nonsense cocktail that can be made with a variety of different spirits, modifiers and garnishes to suit even the pickiest palate. But if you’re new to the Martini, its robust flavor can be tough to get used to at first. So we’ve

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Wildlife tourism can benefit animal populations as it brings awareness and interest, though there are good and bad ways to interact with wildlife. "You need people just being aware of wildlife and issues surrounding it," says Robert Irwin, son of the late wildlife expert and

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Archaeologists in Egypt have discovered a long-lost 2,200-year-old temple thought to belong to Pharaoh Ptolemy IV. The ancient tomb structure was accidentally found by construction workers during drilling on a sewage drain in the village of Kom Shakau in the Tama township in

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The Lost Valley of Glen Coe isn’t hard to find. The path to it starts at a car park on the A82, crosses the glen and River Coe, then starts to ascend. After a nerve-racking narrow stretch above a gorge, the route continues, curving round boulders and crossing the river again via

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The symbols of Dubai's transformation into a global city are on show wherever you look in the "City of Gold," from soaring skyscrapers to five-star hotels and Michelin-starred restaurants. Perhaps the most recognizable symbols of Dubai are found floating in its ever-expanding luxury

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Love that new ship smell? This fall is proving to be a bumper season for new cruise ships, with megaships debuting from Princess Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line and Carnival Cruises -- all within a few months. Even though none of these ships are first in their class, each has new

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The majority of the flying public doesn’t pay much attention to aircraft types and the variety of seating configurations found within any given airline, and it’s easy to see why. Information isn’t often readily available, and these things get complicated. One plane type at American Airlines

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At their worst, social media platforms can reveal society’s ugly underbelly. At their best, they can harness the wisdom of the crowd. Last week, Twitter was an example of the latter, as users created a viral thread of clever hacks for hotel guests. It all started when Rick Klau, a

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Soon the beauty of fall will be gone, the festive holidays a memory. The snow will have outstayed its welcome, and the world outside will be pale and cold. For those of us in the Mountain West, February, the shortest month, can be 28 long days of despair. That’s when the

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A hilltop in central Thailand is attracting UFO seekers who believe extraterrestrials hover above a huge Buddha statue, send telepathic communiques, walk across nearby sugarcane fields and use a crocodile-infested lake as a portal from their planets -- Pluto and Loku. Though it may

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Founded on October 7, 1919, was the KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, the oldest airline in the world operating under its original name. The first flight was on May 17, 1920 from Croydon Airport in London to Amsterdam on a press flight. For the entire year in 1920 the airline carried only 440 passengers, but in

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On October 4th, 1957, the Soviet Union launched the first Earth-orbiting man-made satellite. Sputnik I was the first in a series of satellites in the Sputnik program. Caught off-guard by the speed with which the Soviets launched, Sputnik ignited a race in space within the context of the

South African Airways And Air Seychelles Announce New Code Share Flights From New York

Fort Lauderdale, FL (October 3, 2019) – South African Airways (SAA), the national carrier of South Africa and Air Seychelles, the national airline of the Republic of Seychelle, announced today a new code share agreement for customers traveling between New York and Seychelles. Air Seychelles will add its "HM"

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I’ve literally been traveling all my life. My first passport stamp was earned after catching a flight to Guyana to spend time with my mom’s side of the family long before my first birthday. My parents recall all the preparation and planning that went into that trip and also recall my teeny body covered in hideous mosquito bites when I returned home. My memories of this special occasion?

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From Norwegian islands high above the Arctic Circle to forest-covered mountains in Romania, windswept sandy beaches in Wales and icy lakes in the Balkans, Europe is a spectacularly varied place. The old continent's historic cities and its Mediterranean beaches draw many of its visitors, but the best destinations are sometimes its more remote corners, known mainly to locals and a few intrepid

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The airplane of the future is almost here. And, according to experts, it will know everything about you as a passenger. Including how long you spend in the bathroom. In early October, Airbus unveiled what it believes to be the future of its aircraft at an industry event in Los Angeles. It’s calling its new cabin the Airspace Connected Experience, CNN reported. The new planes will come with a host of

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While most people think of poaching as the most significant danger to the world’s elephant population, there is another threat from a seemingly unlikely source: tea. In India, tea farms have sprouted up along much of the Asian elephant’s habitat, and the farms’ deep drainage ditches, harmful pesticides and electric fences now mark the endangered elephants’ natural migration routes between India

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New York real estate may be plummeting, but there's one spot in Greenwich Village where space remains at a premium: Dante, a 104-year-old hostelry that's just been voted top of the World's 50 Best Bar list for 2019. The historic bar, which originally opened as Caffe Dante in 1915, has been a hot ticket since it was reopened in 2015 by its current owners, Australians Linden Pride and Natalie

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Years ago, a budget columnist suggested taking a small George Foreman grill on your trip to cut dining-out costs. The website descriptor of the appliance says it “delivers fast grilling and delicious results for steak, burgers, chicken, veggies and more.” Thanks for the idea, but no. I’m not above sandwiches in the cooler, but I also don’t want my hotel room to smell like hamburgers and

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Icouldn’t feel my hands, and my feet were flopping around in soaked wetsuit boots as I walked from the sea to a small changing shack on the beach at Benone Strand in County Derry. The walk marked the end of my introduction to cold-water surfing at a location with seven miles of sand and lovely views of Donegal but a far cry from the temperatures I’d been used to while surfing in Morocco

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The impeccably designed, 360-room Conrad Washington DC hotel is set in the heart of Washington’s high-end retail district, CityCenterDC. A trendy restaurant and rooftop bar and chic contemporary flare appeal to globe-trotting guests with an eye for luxury. In downtown Washington, two blocks from the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. It's immediately surrounded by a public park

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Often described as the capital of southern Norway, Kristiansand has a quaint old town to stroll around and plenty of other activities on offer. Spend a day at the super-clean Bystranda Beach, go to a concert at Kilden Performing Arts Centre and enjoy the fresh seafood on the quayside at Fiskebrygga. Often described as the capital of southern Norway, Kristiansand has a quaint old town to stroll around

As Thomas Cook Collapses Into Bankruptcy—Will Norwegian Be The Next Airline To Fail?

The collapse of Thomas Cook after a staggering 178 years of operations have sent shockwaves around the travel sector. The World’s oldest travel company had been facing financial difficulties for a number of years due to changing travel habits and a consumer move away from package holiday bookings. With the recent bankruptcy of several other airlines around the world, from Jet Airways and Air

The 15 best hotels in the USA, according to Fodor's Travel

Fodor's Travel just announced its picks for the Finest Hotels of 2020, including 100 of the best hotels around the world. See which 15 hotels in the U.S. made the cut and what Fodor's had to say about them, starting with Camp Wandawega in Elkhorn, Wisconsin: At the hands of a Chicago advertising couple, this former mobster hideaway (1930s), family-friendly lake resort (1950s), and Latvian

Kiss Will Play an Underwater Concert for Great White Sharks — and You Could Attend in a Submarine

A lucky few Kiss fans will be able to rock ‘n’ roll all night while inside a submarine. According to USA Today, the ultimate glam rock band will be putting on a private concert in Australia for great white sharks and a few die-hard fans as part of a promotion for Airbnb. The special concert is just one of many Animal Experiences recently launched by Airbnb. On the morning of Nov. 18, eight fans of the

Ben Mankiewicz Says What to Expect on 2019 TCM Cruise

Devotees of the cable channel Turner Classic Movies will tell you that TCM is to film enthusiasts what ESPN is to sports fans. More extreme TCM followers would argue that movies are a whole lot more than an avid loyalty to one's hometown team and only a mite less than a religion. It's no surprise, then, that TCM's fans can fill a cruise ship. The 7th annual TCM cruise sails October 22 - 27

South African Airways Vacations® Announces Big Savings To See The Big Five

Fort Lauderdale, FL (October 2, 2019) - South African Airways Vacations® (SAA Vacations®), the leisure division of South African Airways, is offering a $300 discount per person on its popular the "Best of South Africa air-inclusive package. Starting from $4,199* (restrictions apply), travel from New York-JFK or

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On October 3, 1847, the great American poet, critic, and novelist Edgar Allan Poe was found delirious on the streets of Baltimore, Maryland. It was election day, and he was dressed peculiarly in another person's clothing. He died four days later at Washington College Hospital on October 7th. The cause of death is

How to Have the Perfect Adventure-packed Trip to Alaska

For all its insanely beautiful natural wonders, there’s one thing Alaska has that many other rugged places don’t: accessibility. Thanks to a new direct United Airlines flight from Newark to Anchorage during the summer, you can get to Alaska in just seven hours. (From September through April there are plenty of short connections, too.) Taking the red eye direct back to Newark via United means that

The State Department is telling US tourists that El Salvador is now as safe as Denmark

The State Department has declared El Salvador safer for American travelers after advising them to avoid it since at least 2013, saying that it’s now safe to travel to the country if they exercise “increased caution.” Given that violent crime, gang activity, and ineffective policing is still common in the country, as its State Department travel warning notes, it’s not clear what about the situation in El Salvador

Woman Jumps Into Lion Enclosure at Bronx Zoo in Horrifying Video

A woman was captured on video jumping into a lion enclosure at the Bronx Zoo on Saturday. Now, the New York City zoo is speaking out about how she put herself and other patrons in danger. Before you get any ideas, it’s almost never recommended to approach wildlife, regardless of where you are — whether it’s at the zoo or in a national park. In this case, even though the lions may seem docile, they are

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Well, it's time to rethink the biggest city in northern Italy. It offers hidden travel wonders, cool new districts and savory dishes. Milan has a style of its own -- it's unique, cosmopolitan, wild. A city where tradition melds with innovation. Locals pride themselves on being the efficient, hard-working class that keeps Italy's economy afloat. They're always in a rush and think anyone living below the Po River that

These Simple Airport Hacks Will Change Your Travel Experience Forever

For many of us, if we could skip the experience of having to go through the airport to get to and from a destination, trust us, we would. From beginning to end there really isn’t too much to enjoy about the process, however, it’s a step in the journey that we can’t avoid. From long lines and overly intrusive security measures, to usb port hogs and pricey food, the airport struggle is real – but it doesn’t have

You Can Now Earn Marriott Bonvoy Points by Eating at Over 11,000 Restaurants Across the U.S.

There are plenty of amazing restaurants in the U.S. — in fact, Travel + Leisure and Food&Wine teamed up to find some of the best — serving up dishes that transport people around the world with their bold flavors, strong smells, and delicious tastes. For Marriott Bonvoy members, those flavors are about to get even better, because starting today, those enrolled in the program can earn points at over

The Secret to Maintaining Work-Life Balance While Traveling

As the definition of “work-life balance” continues to evolve, there’s a new term many are adding to their travel glossary: “bleisure.” Or the growing trend of business trips lengthened to incorporate added-on leisure time for a work traveler in the same — or nearby — destination. According to a recent study by integrated travel and expense management services provider SAP Concur, more than 2.2

Is this hydrogen-powered vessel the superyacht of the future?

The world's first hydrogen-powered superyacht could be taking to the waters in the not too distant future. Dutch yacht-design company Sinot has unveiled a model for a cutting-edge concept that looks set to propel the superyacht industry in a more eco-friendly direction. Created in collaboration with Lateral Naval Architects, Aqua measures 112 meters and will be powered entirely by liquid hydrogen and

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Legoland New York Resort will officially open on July 4, 2020. Located 60 miles outside New York City in Goshen, New York, Legoland New York will be the largest Legoland ever built, containing seven themed lands packed with more than 50 rides, attractions, and experiences across 150 acres. 15,000 Lego models are being shipped from around the world to the Hudson Valley destination, which will

Airplanes to get cameras outside restrooms

Overhead luggage bins that illuminate in red when they're full, an airplane seat tailored to your personal position preferences, seat belts that alert cabin crew when they're unbuckled. And cameras outside restrooms. This, according to Airbus, is what the airplane cabin of the very near future will look like. The European aerospace company recently announced inflight trials of what it calls its Airspace Connected

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Fall may have just started — but it's not too early to start planning your winter getaway! And if you're interested in skiing, Kayak has you covered. The travel site's holiday travel hacker report includes an in-depth look at the top 10 trending ski destinations. Kayak determined these destinations by examing searches on its site for round-trip, economy flights, save for price outliers. They looked at search dates

Boeing Engineer Claims Safety of 737 MAX Was Falsely Advertised Before Crashes

A senior Boeing engineer filed an internal ethics complaint earlier this year, claiming that management had rejected significant safety improvements of the 737 MAX aircraft during its development, according to documents presented to the Department of Justice. The Department of Justice is pursuing a criminal investigation of Boeing, following two fatal plane crashes and subsequent grounding of the

There’s A New Hotel Opening Inside The Palace Of Versailles

The Palace of Versailles is one of France’s most iconic tourists attractions, and soon you’ll be able to have a very royal sleepover within the palace grounds. Opening its doors in spring 2020, the luxurious Airelles Château de Versailles, Le Grand Contrôle will be the world’s first hotel officially stationed within the Palace grounds. Guests of the 14-key property can expect exclusive access to the grand Chateau

Celebrity Cruises Adds Per-Person Daily Charge to Beverage Package Perk

Celebrity Cruises has recently added a surcharge for passengers who select a "complimentary" beverage package as a promotional booking perk. Celebrity Cruises' booking promotions let passengers choose from free extras that include things like onboard credit, prepaid gratuities and even the Classic Beverage Package. However, the beverage package as a perk is no longer entirely free. Effective

Cruise America! American Cruise Lines New 2020-2021 Catalog & Schedule

GUILFORD, CT—October 2, 2019—American Cruise Lines has exciting new ships and a new schedule of amazing cruises for 2020 & 2021. In the upcoming season, the Line will operate 13 small ships—including 4 new Modern Riverboats—only available in the U.S.A. with American Cruise

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On October 2, 1950, seven newspapers which included the Seattle Times, the Washington Post, and the Chicago Tribune, ran the very first Peanuts comic strip written and illustrated by Charles M. Schulz. The strip and its associated books, merchandise, and television specials earned its

How To Make Friends When You Travel, According To Solo Travelers

Along with taking in the beautiful sights, tasting the local cuisine and immersing yourself in the culture, meeting new people is one of the most exciting and enriching parts of travel. But for some, making friends as an adult can be an awkward, uncomfortable and, quite frankly, scary undertaking. “As a former introvert-turned-extrovert thanks to solo travel, I

Here Are All the New Disney Cruises You're Going to Want to Take in 2021

If you’re looking for the most magical cruise on Earth, Disney Cruise Line has some exciting new itineraries for you in 2021. Disney Cruise Line is opening bookings for its spring 2021 voyages to the public this week, according to a statement by the company. In addition to the new itineraries, the cruise line will also be launching two new ships in 2022 and 2023. The new

Black Travel Vibes: Get In Touch With Nature In Costa Rica

Vacations tend to be very heavy on the must-sees and must-dos, with very little downtime for rest and relaxation. Travel doesn’t always have to be about doing the most with a limited amount of time. Often the best getaways are the ones that force you to slow down, become one with your surroundings and relax. Costa Rica is a destination that’s extremely popular

Indonesia reverses tourist ban on Komodo Island

Indonesia has canceled plans to close its popular Komodo Island for tourists, but will instead impose a limit on the number of visitors to protect its native giant lizard. The country will set up an annual membership system for those who wish to visit the tourist spot, said the country's maritime affairs minister, Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan, according to the state-run Antara news

A+R offers 2-for-1 air on all 2020-2021 tours worldwide

October 1, 2019 – Keene, NH – Alexander+Roberts is offering free companion economy airfares for all of its Small Group, Private and Small Ship Journeys worldwide when travelers pay in full at time of booking before November 30, 2019 for any published departure through 2021. This offer

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As any frequent flier can tell you, airplane seats are getting uncomfortably small. However, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) wants to test whether or not the new seat sizes are becoming unsafe for passengers as well. FAA deputy administrator Dan Elwell told the House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Aviation that the

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There’s nothing like a refreshing pint in the Mile High City. Much like the West Coast cities of Portland, Seattle, and San Diego, Denver is one of the best places to explore the bustling craft brewing scene. According to Visit Denver, brewing in Denver is nothing new. When miners and pioneers flocked to the state during the 1850s gold rush, many of these fortune

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Such is the dazzle of Seville, Cordoba, Granada and Málaga that few visitors to Spain’s south-west pause to explore the space between them. Part of it, La Campiña, a region of Seville province, appears largely empty. But over ploughed fields and olive groves there are towers and ramparts, the hazy outlines of towns founded in antiquity. Over the centuries, these

Rome restaurant faces wave of tourist complaints after $500 bill goes viral

A Rome restaurant has attracted a wave of complaints over the alleged overcharging of tourists after two Japanese diners claimed they had been slapped with a bill for €430 ($470) for two plates of spaghetti and fish, and water. A picture of the hefty bill by Antico Caffè di Marte restaurant, near Castel Sant'Angelo, made the rounds on social media after it was posted

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Born from a volcanic eruption around 2,000 years ago, Japan’s mysterious Mashu-ko, or Lake Mashu, is rumoured to be one of the clearest lakes in the world. This mirror-like caldera lake sits within the Akan-Mashu National Park on the island of Hokkaido in northern Japan, and it is considered sacred by Japan’s indigenous Ainu people. Because the lake is surrounded

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The inaugural ship in the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection, which was originally set to launch from south Florida two nights before the Miami Super Bowl in February 2020, has delayed its debut by four months amidst cost issues in its construction at the shipyard. This delay affects not only the ship's first voyage from Fort Lauderdale – which is now scheduled for June 14

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Walk inside one of Kit Kemp’s hotels and you’d be forgiven for thinking you’d stepped through the looking glass. Responsible for beloved properties like London’s Ham Yard Hotel and the Crosby Street Hotel in New York, the co-owner and creative director of Firmdale Hotels has a knack for transforming seemingly ordinary-looking spaces into extraordinary pockets of

A Big Splash in Madeira: The New Savoy Palace Hotel

A “wow factor” in whatever area—home decor, personal style, luxury travel—is generally a figure of speech. People don’t exactly open our mouths and vocalize “Wow” whenever something impresses us. So usually, it’s just another travel writing cliché. Except that when I walked into the new Savoy Palace in Funchal, Madeira, not only did my jaw drop but also my vocal

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The man who intercepted a runaway cart at Chicago's O'Hare International Airport on Monday has spoken out about the almost-hazardous incident. "I was just doing my job," Envoy ramp instructor Jorge Manalang said in a statement. Envoy, a subsidiary of American Airlines. A rogue runaway catering vehicle wreaked havoc at O'Hare Monday, spiraling out of control

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Technology has made travel easier, quicker, and more accessible, no doubt, but has it also sucked a bit of the romance out of our vacations? After all, taking dozens of photographs, and pouring through them to find the best snaps to post on social media does distract us and pull us out of the genuine special moment we’re trying to capture in the first place. With the ease of use, the internet at our

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It’s hard to know where the best places to stay with your dog are, but one UK travel company is trying to make it much easier. When humans are looking to find the best hotels or destinations, we often look to human social media influencers to make the best recommendations. But where does that leave your favorite travel companion — your dog? UK-based cottage getaway website, Snaptrip, is

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Full warning: a train comes barreling through the live recording of our podcast at the Feast Portland food festival earlier this month. But it hardly stopped us from chatting with Megan Sanchez, chef and co-owner of Güero, and Nong Poonsukwattana, owner and chef at Nong's Khao Man Gai—two of our favorite women in food right now. The two chefs, who both started with food carts next to each other in

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From email scams to oil spills and charlatan Pentecostal preachers, it's clear that Nigeria has something of an image problem. While the outside world's perception of Africa's most populous country hasn't always been overwhelmingly positive, there's plenty more to this nation than its unsavory associations. With its vibrant culture, sense of humor and adaptability, Nigeria has become the "Giant of Africa" in more

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The Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA) and the Hawaii Visitors and Convention Bureau (HVCB) have come together for a new project aimed at teaching tourists all the dos and don’ts of visiting their gorgeous island chain. And it all comes down to “Kuleana,” which translates to “responsibility.” To get that message across, the two tourism authorities asked locals across the islands to explain what is OK for tourists to

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The first cannabis cafe in the United States opens Tuesday in Los Angeles. Called Lowell Farms: A Cannabis Cafe, it will be the first farm-to-table restaurant that highlights cuisine and cannabis. West Hollywood created eight cannabis consumption licenses and of more than 300 applicants, Lowell Farms was granted the first one, the restaurant says. That makes it the first business in the United States to be

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Walking along the vast sweep of Valencia’s Malvarrosa beachfront as the waves lapped the shore, I came to the first in a long line of restaurants, the light and airy La Pepica. I’d arrived just before lunch service and the chefs were lighting up the wood-fuelled stoves and pulling down the heavy carbon steel pans as part of their daily hour-long prep. Between walls of decorative blue-and-white tiles, huge

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By the end of this month, says the government, the United Kingdom will have left the European Union. The prime minister insists that he is working to secure an agreement, though there is no clear evidence of what that might be and how it would pass through the legislative process by 31 October. The Conservative government has pledged to bypass the so-called Benn Act, which is designed to stop the UK

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If there's more to Irish life in 2019 than The Quiet Man, Golf trips and the Cliffs of Moher then it would probably do us no harm to say so. LGBT travel operators here in the USA and elsewhere are increasingly keen to work with gay-friendly Irish destinations and tour operators, but a firm introduction to all the key players in this lucrative market looks like it still needs to be made across much of the Irish tourism

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Those slick TV ads can make a cruise look like the “dream come true” experience of a lifetime. And a cruise can, in fact, be a wonderful experience. But sometimes that experience morphs from dream to disaster. A cruise is both a means of transportation and a destination resort with its own passport requirements. As a result, it can suffer some of the problems of both – especially if you fall victim to certain

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When it comes to sustainability, cruise ships have always been somewhat of a boondoggle. However, Norwegian cruise operator Hurtigruten is working to change that with the launch of MS Roald Amundsen, the world’s first hybrid electric–powered expedition ship. Named after the first Norwegian explorer to cross the Northwest Passage and reach the South Pole, the 530-passenger vessel is the first in

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FRAMINGHAM, MA, September 30, 2019 – The Travel Institute’s annual October TRIP of a Lifetime promotion for new travel professionals is now underway, featuring substantial tuition assistance savings of 40 percent on its TRIPKit introductory training course bundle and automatic enrollment in the Travel Agent

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Walt Disney World Resort opened on this date near Orlando, Florida in 1971. As the largest recreational resort in the world, Walt Disney World Resort now consists of four theme parks, two waterparks and 28 resorts. Walt Disney began looking for an appropriate location as early as 1959. Unhappy with the many

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Iconic actor James Byron Dean died on this date in 1955 from injuries sustained in a head-on motor vehicle accident. Best know for his role in Rebel Without a Cause, Dean symbolized the rebelliousness of youth for a generation. Although only 24 years old at his death, Dean was nominated for two Academy Awards, both

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It's got year-round sunshine. It's got incredible beaches. It's got ancient historical sites. It's got theme parks. It's got luxury hotels. It's got adventure. It's got relaxation. So why isn't this destination a hotspot for tourists? Because it's Saudi Arabia, and until now, unless they were making a religious pilgrimage to Mecca or were in town for business, tourists weren't exactly lining up to visit. The country's

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A Qantas Airways flight in Australia was forced to turn back after a tire on the plane exploded midair shortly after takeoff. The plane was heading from Brisbane to the eastern city of Mackay on Sunday when a nitrogen-filled tire exploded, damaging part of the wing, according to CNN affiliate Seven News. The jet was forced to burn fuel and circle above Queensland's eastern Sunshine Coast for an

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It’s midnight, and I am lost in Florence. I’m on a bike without lights (almost no one has lights on their bikes in central Florence, just as no one has a helmet) and whichever turn I take to get me to the River Arno seems to get me back to the Duomo. But what a sight it is, its magnificent light and dark marble rising majestically out of the night. I have a bag of locally made chocolate in my basket and

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A United Airlines flight was rerouted to a Denver airport after a passenger got stuck in the jet's bathroom. Flight 1554 from Washington, D.C., to San Francisco had to make a pit stop at the Denver International Airport on Wednesday night "to assist a customer who was in the lavatory when the lavatory door became inoperative," a United Airlines spokeswoman told NBC News. The passenger was safely freed from

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From 1934 to 1967, the RMS Queen Mary sailed the North Atlantic Ocean for the Cunard Line. The ship was named for King George V's queen consort. The Queen Mary and her sister ship, the RMS Queen Elizabeth, were pressed into service during World War II as

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Want to make your travel experience a little more eco-friendly? Thankfully, it’s not nearly as difficult to do as it once was. Thanks to hotels taking a renewed approach to sustainability, airlines getting in on carbon footprint reduction or even elimination and more tour providers than ever offering eco-friendly options, you have plenty of ways to enjoy

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Stray elbows and inadvertent arm grazing are facts of life for any airline passenger flying coach class. But seat selection can mitigate a host of other airline indignities -- and add some enjoyment and excitement to the flying experience. Window or aisle? CNN Travel staffers have strong feelings on both sides of the debate. We'd also like your

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Not every place can be all things to all people, but Mexico gets pretty darn close. Foodies can dine at some of the best restaurants in the world. Adventurers can dive into cenotes or explore the architectural achievements of pre-Columbian civilizations. And anyone simply looking to relax can luxuriate on beautiful, Caribbean side beaches. It’s no

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Thanks to its ocean-side locale, breathtaking mountains and lush green spaces, Vancouver is one of Canada’s most popular destinations. It’s also the county’s most temperate and picturesque urban center (sorry Toronto). When you visit, why not take your experience up a notch by staying at one of the city’s most indulgent retreats? Here’s a look at

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Some consider Memphis to be one of the most important cities for American music: Elvis Presley, B.B. King and Johnny Cash recorded albums at the famous Sun Studio, but now, people are heading to the southern city for the culture, and -wait for it-the food! Memphis is seeing a renaissance in many of its hottest neighborhoods: there are

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The UK Space Agency announced its plans for a “space plane” capable of carrying passengers from New York to London in just one hour. And it could be in the skies by the 2030s. At the UK Space Conference in Wales on Tuesday, CEO of UK Space Agency, Graham Turnock, spoke about a plane capable of flying at Mach 5.4. That speed would

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It already has one of the highest tourist taxes in Europe. And from next year, Amsterdam will be requesting even more money from its visitors, potentially making it the highest on the continent. The Dutch capital will be adding a levy of €3 per person -- about US$3 -- per night for travelers staying overnight in hotels. That's in addition to the 7%

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British holidaymakers on a luxury Mediterranean cruise became caught up in a dramatic rescue mission after their ship saved a group of migrants on a small dinghy. Passengers on board P&O’s Azura cruise liner were sailing from Cadiz to Barcelona when they heard whistling and shouting from the sea below. A group of 20 migrants were spotted

Collette Launches Northern Italy and Its Lakes Tour

Pawtucket, RI (September 18, 2019) – Collette, global tour operator, launches their Northern Italy and Its Lakes Featuring Padua and Venice tour. Wander along the winding canals and cruise on mountain-lined lakes as you journey through Northern Italy. Explore Padua, an ancient city of Veneto, and delve into the city’s

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On Monday, the British travel firm Thomas Cook collapsed, leaving hundreds of thousands of travelers stranded around the globe. The 178-year-old company, which ran hotels, resorts and airlines in 16 countries, had been experiencing financial turbulence for some time, and, unable to secure funding to repay its creditors, declared bankruptcy. The legacy brand’s demise may have been inevitable, but for so many

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You see it in the news all the time. Headlines are warning travelers from visiting certain destinations because of high risks. Those risks can be crime, disease, terrorism or something else. However, a lot of these risks aren’t really that likely to impact you. Unfortunately, one well-documented incident can lead to a destination getting a completely bad rap. This is even if that destination doesn’t deserve it. You may be

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Filled with diverse landscapes that range from jam-packed cities to seemingly never-ending ocean views, Vietnam has so much to offer. Often overshadowed by its more popular neighbors Thailand and Cambodia, Vietnam is known for its flavorful cuisine and breathtaking temples, yet somehow it’s not at the top of many Black travelers bucket lists. However, as travel to SEAsia grows more and more popular

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Why travel to Italy in the fall? The better question is: "Why not?" While the country's peak summer tourism season is over, insiders know that September through the fall is in fact the best time to travel to Italy. "Italy is gorgeous in September," says Fulvio De Bonis, the founder of Imago Artis Travel, a Rome-based company that sells luxury Italy trips. "The popular spots are still happening without the mad crowds of

Southwest Is Having Another Massive Fall and Winter Sale With $39 One-way Tickets

No, you’re not imagining things. Southwest Airlines really is hosting yet another sale. On Tuesday, Southwest launched another sale for fall and winter flights. This time, the airline is offering tickets for as low as $39 on one-way flights. The only major catch here is you need to book your tickets before Sept. 26 at midnight. The tickets must also be purchased 14 days in advance and are nonrefundable. That means

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Tiffany Ferrette, a 26-year-old policy analyst who lives in Washington, DC, started piecing together bits of her family tree while she was in college. “My father’s family is from Charleston, South Carolina, one of the largest slave ports in the country,” she said. “They were really curious about the history our family had in this country. That sparked my own ideas about wanting to connect that within my US context

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Italian authorities have closed roads and ordered the evacuation of huts on the Italian side of Mont Blanc, following warnings that part of a glacier could collapse at any moment. A staggering 250,000 cubic meters (8.8 million cubic feet) of ice could break away from the Planpincieux glacier on the Grandes Jorasses mountain in the Mont Blanc massif, experts at the Valle d'Aosta regional government and the

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The Tokyo 2020 Olympics are almost here — and if you're going to the games themselves next summer or simply want to soak up the Olympics-tinged atmosphere, you should start planning your journey. You probably have a lot of questions. Where should I say? When should I book my flights? What is there to do while I'm in Tokyo? What is there to do outside of Tokyo? What is the weather going to be

Cannes, France, to ban some cruise ships

The French Riviera city of Cannes, best known for the A-list film festival held there each year, is making moves to ban some cruise ships from its port. The decision comes after the mayor of Cannes, David Lisnard, conducted a study on how cruise ships were affecting the local ecosystem. "I propose that the Prime Minister provide the mayors of the coastal municipalities with police power to fight against marine

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A 6.0-magnitude earthquake struck 49 miles off the northwest coast of Puerto Rico late Monday evening. No immediate damage from the earthquake has yet been reported nor is there a tsunami alert, according to the National Weather Service (NWS). The earthquake struck while Puerto Rico prepares for the potential impact of Tropical Storm Karen. The storm is expected to hit the island on Tuesday, bringing risk

Norwegian Cruise Line to Introduce Plant-Based Water "Cartons" to Cruise Ships, Eliminate All Plastic Water Bottles

Norwegian Cruise Line will become the first cruise line in the industry to eliminate all plastic water bottles across its entire ship by January 1, 2020. By partnering with JUST Goods, Inc., which will provide packaged water in plant-based cartons, the cruise line anticipates eliminating six million plastic bottles a year. The line will debut the new cartons on its new ship, Norwegian Encore, when it debuts in October. The step

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After several years of solid improvement, overall passenger satisfaction with North American airports has stagnated, rising a single point on a 1,000-point scale since last year, according to the J.D. Power North America Airport Satisfaction Study for 2019. The overall customer satisfaction score this year is 762, up 1 point from 2018. These lackluster results can be blamed in part on the numerous expansions at

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News of the final collapse of the 178-year-old Thomas Cook travel agency came early morning today, creating a seismic effect across the travel industry. The venerable company ceased operations after a last-minute rescue attempt failed last weekend. As a result, an estimated 21,000 employees lost jobs and 600,000 travelers were left stranded in

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The Met Office has warned commuters to check the forecast before travelling as heavy rain is set to hit the UK. A yellow weather warning is in place for most of England and part of Wales from the early hours of Tuesday as heavy rain and potential flooding is expected. The downpour is being brought by a burst of low pressure travelling across

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On any other day, they'd be crossing continents and pulling up at gates in all corners of the world. But as of September 23, the 34 planes dressed in Thomas Cook livery were grounded at UK airports because of the travel company's abrupt demise. The planes have been "stored" in aviation terminology. That means they're being held

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It was Friday, sunny, and at the end of summer -- all the perfect components for a day at Disneyland. The theme park should have been packed. Instead, a recent visit to Hong Kong's very own "Magic Kingdom" saw empty lines and sparsely populated streets, a far cry from its usual crammed crowds. Lines for the rides, which usually take upward of

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Let some people tell it, the minute you get pregnant your ability to explore the world immediately comes to an end. Wrong! Being with child doesn’t diminish your love of travel, it only enhances it by giving you the ability to see the world through new eyes. Taking a babymoon is the perfect way to spend some quality time with bae, and indirectly

Man Mysteriously Drowns During Underwater Proposal While on Vacation With Girlfriend

Steven Weber from Louisiana reportedly drowned while proposing to his girlfriend underwater at a resort in Tanzania last week. Now, his sister says they are no closer to an answer as to what happened. According to Weber’s longtime girlfriend Kenesha Antoine, the pair were vacationing at the Manta Resort on Pemba Island in Tanzania. It was there

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Gazing up at the peaks surrounding Machu Picchu, the Inca citadel that is forever frozen in time, I couldn’t have felt further away from home. There was nothing but blue sky and forested mountains all around me, and the mysteries and unanswered questions surrounding this lost civilisation seemed to seep from every stone. I was alone and I had

Elephant riding on holiday should be banned, British travel companies told

Elephant rides on holidays have been deemed unacceptable by new British Travel Association (ABTA) guidelines, the trade body has announced. Wildlife charities have for some time campaigned for the "cruel" practice to stop, as elephants are routinely "broken in" by being beaten and abused before being offered to tourists for rides. Over 3,000

One Of The Most Haunted Hotel Rooms In The Country Is Available To Book

Halloween is just around the corner, and for many, that means finding ways to experience fear. Many people head to haunted houses or hayrides while others watch a scary movie. But we all know it’s just entertainment. So, why not test your limits this year by staying in a real haunted place? Well, The Read House in Chattanooga, Tennessee, wants

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As the former capital of the Kingdom of Sicily, Palermo has long been regarded as one of the most important and dynamic cities in the Mediterranean. The Phoenicians, Romans, Byzantines, Greeks, Arabs and Normans all left their mark on the city making it a fascinating place to discover. And with United Airlines announcement of a new direct

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Planning a vacation for a group of friends can be incredibly tricky. Depending on the crew, you’ll need enough flexibility to please participants of every age, while also eliminating the stress of committing to pre-booked activities for the whole group. There’s also the matter of accommodating dozens of dietary restrictions, and, well, making sure

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MSC Cruises unveiled new details about MSC Seashore -- the first of MSC's two Seaside EVO vessels, scheduled to debut in 2021 -- at a coin ceremony for the ship at the Fincantieri shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy, on September 19. MSC Cruises' Executive Chairman Pierfrancesco Vago said, "Today's ceremony marks another key milestone in the

Hotel Employee Works 32 Hours Straight by Himself to Help Guests Trapped During Flood

A 21-year-old hotel worker made his best case for Employee of the Year last week when he worked 32 straight hours to take care of guests during intense flooding in the area. While Satchel Smith typically only works one day a week at Homewood Suites by Hilton in Beaumont, Texas, to balance his time with college, he put in an extreme amount of

British travel firm Thomas Cook collapses, strands 150,000 vacationers

Hundreds of thousands of vacationers were in limbo around the globe on Monday after British travel firm, Thomas Cook, collapsed, prompting the largest peacetime repatriation effort in U.K. history. The company had gone out of business after it failed to secure a rescue package from its lenders, Chief Executive Peter Fankhauser said early Monday. The U.K.'s Civil

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When the air starts to cool and there’s a chill bite to it that fills your lungs with a crisp sharpness, that can only mean one thing: it’s time for fall foliage. One of the best parts of getting away in the fall is watching the leaves turn to warm reds, golden yellows and toasty browns, painting the countryside in a multi-colored blanket, bringing to mind images of hot

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On 1 August, Switzerland’s National Day, summer holidaymakers are out in force. Flotillas of rafts and canoes bob along the Rhine River, sunbathers lay out on the grassy shore, and on the largely empty streets an occasional public bus rumbles by, decorated for the festivities with Switzerland’s familiar red flag with a white cross. It’s a perfect holiday scene, except

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Denverites love that not far from downtown you can find yourself in the mountains, but that geographic detail can make choosing a hotel difficult since the gateway to the city — Denver International Airport — is located in the other direction. Denver International Airport (DIA) is located about 25 miles east of downtown Denver, and within those 25 miles are many

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Norwegian Cruise Lines has canceled cruises booked through Tampa-based Hopkins Travel Services and advised thousands of passengers to contact the FBI. Cruise customers around the country have reached out to Better Call Behnken to get answers about where their money went. Norwegian Cruise Lines sent us this statement

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There's a lot of time and money that goes into planning a vacation, especially if you're flying somewhere, and especially if you're heading to another country. You have to book flights, hotel rooms, tours and experiences, and sometimes even train tickets and car service. Before you know it, you've racked up a considerable amount of money on your credit card, which

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No matter where they’re located, destination cities seem to fall squarely into two camps. First up: those renown for a wide range of things to see and do, offering a dependable mix of old and new – Paris, being a fine example. The City of Lights might be most famous for its iconic landmarks (like the Eiffel Tower and Louvre), but also an ever-pulsing culinary and

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At Taste to Eat, a contemporary restaurant with a distinctly SEO-unfriendly name in St Petersburg, I am about to plunge into a chicken kiev, its heart bursting with garlic. Over the past five days I have eaten hot pyshki doughnuts covered in sugar, scarfed down herring under fur coats, and gobbled barley porridge with blood sausage. I have looked askance at

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French Low Cost Carrier (LCC) XL Airways, which operates a handful of flights between France and the United States, suddenly announced the cessation of ticket sales and flight operations late last week. The announcement came through the company’s website on Thursday. In the brief note, the airline said that “due to financial difficulties, we are deeply sorry

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Looking to truly escape without leaving the country? Not to worry: you can have your eat-pray-love moment right here in the United States. With free-flowing wine, luxurious spas, and romantic Pacific views, California's Sonoma County consistently ranks among America's top vacation destinations. Sonoma is the largest wine-producing region in California

Tropical Storm Karen Causes Cruise Ship Itinerary Changes

Tropical Storm Karen, which appears to be heading toward Puerto Rico and the U.S. and British Virgin Islands, is causing some cruise ship itinerary changes. The National Hurricane Center is forecasting the storm could arrive at the Virgin Islands by Tuesday, September 24. A tropical storm watch, with accompanying heavy rainfall, tropical storm force winds and flash

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Setting off on August 31, 1803, Meriwether Lewis and William Clark explored the lands west of St. Louis acquired by the United States in the Louisiana Purchase from France. Commissioned by President Thomas Jefferson, the expedition sought to explore the Missouri River and the Indian

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Scroll through actress Alisha Wainwright's Instagram feed, and you'll notice pretty quickly that she really likes to travel. When she's not filming on the set of Shadowhunters or alongside Michael B. Jordan in the new Netflix show Raising Dion, the former Smithsonian biologist can be found scuba diving in Bali, trekking Machu Picchu, or hiking through New Zealand—and usually doing it solo. We caught up with Wainwright, who is

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American Airlines mechanic Abdul-Majeed Marouf Ahmed Alani, who was charged in September with sabotaging a flight to Nassau, Bahamas back in July, was denied bond by a federal judge on Wednesday, Sept. 17, after being accused of having links to a terrorist organization, the Miami Herald reported. Alani had apparently sabotaged the plane by blocking the air data module (ADM) system, which measures speed, pitch

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Set high on the Bolivian Altiplano, Torotoro’s most magnetic draw are some 3,500 dinosaur footprints belonging to biped and quadruped dinosaurs dating from the Cretaceous period. It’s well worth the bumpy and dusty five-hour drive from Cochabamba city along winding mountain roads to reach the sleepy Bolivian hamlet of Torotoro. Set in a long valley in the Eastern Cordillera of the Andes mountains at 2,600m, the town

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You've probably never given much thought to the quality of the water on an airplane. Maybe it's time you should. A recent study ranks the water served on major and regional US airlines. Drink up if you're on an Alaska Airlines or Allegiant Air flight. Those two airlines tied for first place in the rankings in the study, from the Hunter College New York City Food Policy Center at the City University of New York and the website

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Romance takes many forms – and Dublin can offer its own beguiling additions to the scene: strolling St Stephen’s Green on a frosty afternoon, the sun gilding the treetops; or watching the ‘sun rise in the morning, like barley-sugar on the water’, as described by poet Louis MacNeice. The hotels below will add their own measure of delight too: the sound of a waterfall from the deck of the Iveagh Garden Hotel; the carved wood and

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Disney Cruise Line has rerouted one of its ships away from the Eastern Caribbean due to Hurricane Jerry. The Category 2 storm is currently located about 150 miles northeast of Barbuda (near Antigua) and has maximum sustained winds of 100 miles per hour. Though the storm is expected to slightly weaken and move northeast away from the Caribbean, tropical storm watches are still in effect for St. Maarten/St. Martin, St

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Millions of years of glacial activity have blessed Norway with an astonishing crinkle-cut coastline of intricately carved fjords. As well as spectacular scenery, each has its own unique attraction. Here are 10 top fjords visited by cruise ships… Almost every fjords cruise visits Geirangerfjord. This Unesco-listed canyon-like gem is considered one of nature’s great masterpieces with waterfalls tumbling down

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Summer has come and gone and before you know it, the holiday season will be here. Hosting the extended family is nice and all, but who really wants to deal with the hassle? What about taking the family on a European river cruise this year? CroisiEurope Cruises, Europe's largest cruise line and the

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The first museum in the world dedicated solely to the vagina will open in London in November, after a crowdfunding campaign raised almost £50,000 (about $62,000). The Vagina Museum will educate visitors about vulvas and vaginas while challenging the prevailing stigma surrounding them, development and marketing manager Zoe Williams told CNN. Founder Florence Schechter

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Back in the spring, it may have looked a bit contrived: Handsome Peter Weber from Los Angeles stepped out of a limo in a pilot’s uniform, hat tucked respectfully in the crook of his arm, and handed Hannah Brown—former Miss Alabama USA and most recent Bachelorette—a pair of wings as a sign of his commitment. He went on to become one of Hannah’s strongest and most passionate

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On September 19, 1991, two German tourists were hiking through the Otztal Alps on the border between Austria and Italy. In a receding glacier, the couple spotted the body of a man. They contacted authorities who assumed the corpse to be of recent origin. Onlookers touched the body and in some instances actually

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Imagine breezing through airport security, past the airport gate check, onto your plane then off again at the end of your flight, and if flying internationally, escaping the customs and immigration check point in only a minute or two – all without every showing your ticket, a boarding pass, ID or even your passport. Don’t laugh. It’s not only technically possible, if the World Travel & Tourism Council has its way, it could be a

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I found myself stumbling over my Spanish on my first day in Mexico City. My partner and I took a four-day trip to explore the city, and as with our previous trips to Spanish-speaking countries, I was the designated trip planner, tour guide, and translator. This role typically falls to me not only because I’m a Capricorn, but also because I speak Spanish, thanks to my Puerto Rican dad and Latin American history minor in

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Saga, the insurance and travel company aimed at the over-50s, has apologised after customers were sent a brochure advertising a cruise “exclusively for Brits”, prompting a furious backlash. Twitter user Anthony Bale, who is a university professor, said his mother was “outraged” after being sent the magazine, the front page of which outlined the characteristics of the cruise. He posted a photograph of the promotion

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Traveling is without question a joyful and thrilling experience. However, the journey from point A to point B can come with some seriously anxiety-producing moments. And, according to a new survey by Priority Pass, it appears we all agree on which moments exactly cause us the most travel strife. For the survey, Priority Pass polled 1,720 respondents to learn about their general airport routines and the stresses that

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The afterlife of a decommissioned airplane can take many forms nowadays. Some are dismantled and used as parts, others simply end up in aircraft graveyards, while a select few are reinvented as modern restaurants or hotels. However, Lufthansa has gone for a rather different approach with a retired Airbus A340-600. The German airline is giving the aircraft, identified by the registration code D-AIHO -- a fresh start

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As the oldest subterranean railway network in the world, the London Underground has been through a lot of changes since it opened back in 1863. Several stations have come and gone in the 150 years or so since then -- some never actually opened in the first place. Although many of the UK capital's nonoperational stations, entrances and passageways are still standing, the majority have been closed to the public for

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Let me tell you about a little miracle that happened to me at the InterContinental hotel in Marseille last month. I was sitting in their outdoor restaurant, having lunch, when I looked up, very unexpectedly, and who did I see? My husband Bill. Now, let me just say – it’s not unusual to see him. Ever. But I had taken a car over to the InterContinental Hotel, to write about the property and its Clarins spa, and had absolutely no

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Soft white sand, impossibly blue bath-warm waters, a smattering of palm fronds for shade and an ice cold cocktail in hand – the perfect beach experience. It’s about as close as we get to the picture postcard image of a relaxing vacation, and luckily for us, the world is overflowing with them. But where to go? Which to visit? Are you looking to zone out with a good book and only the sound of lapping waves

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October is a fabulous time for a late-season walk. Take the train to Berwick-upon-Tweed, then a bus to Melrose and spend a couple of days walking the first few legs of St Cuthbert’s Way. The trail will be almost empty, and all of the pub accommodation along the way is fantastic. Special mention to the Dryburgh Abbey Hotel (doubles from around £90 B&B), who made us a packed lunch which included a delicious scotch

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With its lakeside location, this Campbell Gray hotel – the first in mainland Europe - is all about bringing the outside in: sleek and airy design, low-key luxury furnishings, top-quality natural materials and a relaxed vibe. And it’s aimed as much at leisure as business travellers. The hotel is five miles from Zurich, just outside Thalwil, on the western shore of Lake Zurich. The stylish way to arrive is the 20-minute ride across the

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Planning to visit Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge on your next Walt Disney World trip? The groundbreaking land opened at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in August, and is packed with take-home droids, space cocktails and other off-world delights you’ll want to explore. The new land, located on planet Batuu, is comprised of two halves: Black Spire Outpost, which consists of marketplace and specialty shops, food stands and

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The crew of a Royal Caribbean cruise ship took an unexpected detour to rescue seven Cuban migrants after their small boat broke down. The Majesty of the Seas was about 66 miles southwest of Key West, near Cuba, when it made the rescue on Sunday, according to the US Coast Guard. Passenger Steven Tauber was about to get a milkshake with his 9-year-old son, Skyler, when a loudspeaker announcement explained

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Nassau Paradise Island wants you to know that, despite the high-profile Hurricane Dorian barreling through the Bahamas, it is still open and ready for tourists. The island’s tourism board released a new video and campaign, alerting people that it was unaffected by the storm. All hotels and resorts are open and air service has resumed as normal. “Nassau is the capital of the Bahamas and the most popular tourist

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On September 18, 1837, Charles Lewis Tiffany founded a small jewelry and silver company in New York City which he termed a "stationery and fancy goods emporium." Tiffany designs quickly became popular among the families of the city's elite and the store flourished. Still in business since its inception, sales now total over

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The ruins of an ancient city, temple, or necropolis are often the centerpieces of an adventurous trip: Stonehenge, Chichen Itza, the Great Pyramids. And there are other, perhaps lesser-known (depending on who you ask, of course) sites that are every bit as spectacular and worth planning an itinerary around. These places can let you walk in the footsteps of ancient people—sometimes without the crowds—to get

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With Tokyo set to host two of the world's biggest sporting events -- the Rugby World Cup and the 2020 Summer Olympics -- Japan's capital is making final preparations for the global spotlight. So what will sports fans notice when they travel here? First of all, they won't be alone. Tourism in Tokyo is already booming. Annual foreign visitor arrivals to Japan trebled in the years from 2013 to 2018 to over 31 million, with

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Ice crystals landed on my face, falling from the ceiling of the tent and shocking me awake in a frozen flash. Through my many layers of fleece, I heard a faint snuffling noise. I unzipped my sleeping bag in a daze and sat up, with one eye on my canister of bear spray and one ear straining to listen. All I heard was the rapids from the nearby creek and a welcoming whinny from one of our horses grazing in the

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A top Swedish chef has turned his love for cooking over fire into a two-day festival of open flames and Nordic flavours on a pretty island in the Stockholm archipelago. We were only a few minutes into our boat trip across the Stockholm archipelago when we began to smell the smoke. In the distance was Stora (or Great) Fjäderholmarna, the largest of the four “Feather Islands”, east of the city. Small ships had been

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Better than island hopping in the Maldives, a safari with the kids and Michelin-starred tasting menus in the Swiss Alps, my most memorable travel experience is circumnavigating the world without flying. Initially we were looking for a fun escape from London. My boyfriend (now husband – it was that kind of trip) and I bought a giant map and started marking intriguing places. Half joking, we drew a line between

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This family-friendly hotel in downtown Bangkok offers excellent facilities and a couple of good restaurants. The compact rooms come with great views, but it’s the spacious suites, some with two bedrooms and kitchenettes, that are among the city’s best for long-stay guests with children. This family-friendly hotel in downtown Bangkok offers excellent facilities and a couple of good restaurants. The compact rooms

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Las Palmas is the only true city in the Canary Islands, with the benefits of fine weather and an urban beach that elicits positive comparisons with Rio de Janeiro. Cruise ship passengers can chill on the sands, explore the picture-postcard old town and enjoy superb cuisine in this Gran Canarian city’s excellent tapas bars. Las Palmas is dominated by its port, which handily sits near the city’s most famous beach and is

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While the appeal of many grand hotels seems to fade over time, the charm of The Breakers Palm Beach only grows, enhanced by the patina of age. The “secret sauce” of this more than century-old property has been the owners’ ability to maintain a delicate balance between preservation and modernization. Originally built in 1896 by Henry M. Flagler, the sprawling, 140-acre oceanfront resort is now owned by his

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It’s no easy task, getting an out-of-business airline back in the air. But the chairwoman of the rebooted Wow Air insists the low-cost brand’s famous purple planes will be flying between the United States and Iceland again come October. Michele Ballarin’s ambitious goal has raised eyebrows among industry analysts who question the scant details available about the plan, as well as why anyone would start flying to the

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Royal Caribbean’s gargantuan Oasis of the Seas boasts multiple outdoor pools and an 82-foot zip line and made quite a splash when it added the first Tiffany & Co. boutique at sea in 2015. But in January 2019, the cruise ship, which bills itself one of the world’s largest, produced less cheerful news: Hundreds of passengers fell ill from the highly contagious norovirus stomach flu. The federal Centers for

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Lunch with a charming countess? A private ancestral home tour led by a direct descendant of a king? If the new Downton Abbey movie has only heightened your secret desire to brush elbows with aristocrats, you're not alone. You're also closer to seeing that fantasy become a reality than you think: Easy entry into these titled circles can come via a cruise. Several cruise lines offer select shore excursions (special

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Perry Cohen grew up in southern New Hampshire in the 1970s and 1980s, hiking, skiing, camping, and biking. It makes sense, then, that decades later, Cohen would spend most of his time in the natural world, where he feels he belongs—even if the road getting there was circuitous. In 2014, after 10 years working at a corporation in New Hampshire, Cohen founded The Venture Out Project (TVOP), a company

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Humberto strengthened into a Category 1 hurricane on Sunday evening as it makes its way east across the Atlantic Ocean, according to CNN. It is not predicted to make landfall in the U.S. However, the National Hurricane Center predicted that the storm could create dangerous rip-currents from central-east Florida up the coast through North Carolina this week. The storm will also likely affect Bermuda

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On September 17, 1787, the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania adopted the Constitution of the United States. The Constitution is the supreme law of the United States and provides for three separate but equal branches of government. Since its adoption, the

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Going on vacation is, by its very nature, supposed to be a relaxing, recuperating experience. But inevitably in life, to get to the good stuff there has to be some stress first – namely, traveling to reach that sundrenched beach or metropolis of urban and cultural cool. Airport travel in particular can induce astronomical stress levels, from simply getting there to

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The end of summer doesn't mean the end to your fun. Some folks think the best season for travel is about to arrive. We've done our homework to come up with 10 of the best places to go in the fall of 2019 and what to do there when you arrive at your autumn destinations: Much copied but never bettered, the original Munich Oktoberfest runs from

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Old Faithful, one of Yellowstone National Park’s most famous geysers is most certainly a beautiful sight to see. It’s also incredibly dangerous. But, that didn’t stop two tourists from ignoring all the rules last week and approaching the geyser anyway. According to park officials, two men were spotted on video approaching the geyser on Tuesday. Other

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Travelling to the Marañón Canyon in northern Peru is like stepping back in time. Mud-brick houses dot the hilly landscape. Electricity, which arrived in this area just three years ago, is only available in a few homes, and supply can be inconsistent. It only works about five days a week and you never know which five days these will be. And with few

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Fasten (or perhaps tighten) your seatbelts: Air India is putting its crew on a low-fat diet. In a memo sent to cabin crew, India's national air carrier told staff it would be launching a new menu for in-flight crew, providing staff with a "low fat diet meal". "Taking into consideration the health factor of crew, an initiative has been taken by Director Operations to

In the Azores, You Can Cook Your Dinner Inside a Volcano

I stood back from the steaming, manhole-sized crater and watched my lunch being lowered into the ground. Next to me stood Valter Vieira, the chef at Terra Nostra Garden Hotel in Furnas. Earlier that morning, we had gathered the makings of his specialty dish: cozido das Furnas, a version of the ubiquitous Iberian meat-and-vegetable stew that’s native to the

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What can you expect in air travel this fall? The biggest uncertainty facing air travelers is when the Boeing 737 MAX will return to service. Boeing is confidently saying "before the end of the year," American has slotted MAX schedules to resume starting December 3, United schedules resume on December 19, and Southwest -- with the largest domestic

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Iam standing on an enormous limestone plateau almost 3km up, peering over the edge of a cliff that seems to plunge all the way to the centre of the Earth. Behind me in the distance are stratified towers of rock, their tips gleaming through wisps of cloud in the morning sun. And in front of me is this breathtaking drop, the gateway to what our guide Alessio

Virgin Voyages Will Have the Coolest Uniforms at Sea

Richard’s Branson’s new cruise company, Virgin Voyages, hasn’t even left the dock yet but, somehow, it’s already the talk of the town. From the entertainment to the rooms, the food, and the fantastic crew, Virgin Voyages looks like it’s going to be one hell of an ocean adventure. Need more proof that it will likely be the coolest spot to be in the sea for 2020?

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The 21st century traveler is a different animal than the one moving around the planet only a quarter century ago. Imagine telling someone in 1995 that vacations would be planned around staying in a stranger’s apartment rather than a hotel, or that passengers would get out of cabs without handing the driver cash, or that people would ask robots for

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The Intercontinental Maamunagau, located on the fringes of the Raa Atoll, is a contemporary resort with a spacious setting, chic interiors and facilities which will appeal to families, groups of friends and couples alike. Spectacular beaches and sea views are, of course, a given. The Intercontinental Maamunagau, located on the fringes of the Raa Atoll, is a

24 Hours In: Palace Hotel, San Francisco

There are few San Francisco institutions that command the same respect as the Palace Hotel, which has represented the pinnacle of luxury, class, and forward-thinking since it opened its doors in 1875 as the world's largest hotel. Since then, it has endured an earthquake, a fire, several facelifts and a nod from the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Today

Hurricane Humberto travel: Delta, American offer waivers; Carnival Cruise Line updates itineraries

Hurricane Humberto — now a Category 2 hurricane as of Tuesday morning — is predicted to slam Bermuda with heavy rain and winds in the middle of the week, according to the National Weather Service. A tropical storm warning is in effect. As is typical with major weather events, like recent Hurricane Dorian, airlines and at least one cruise line are

Uniworld Confirms Four More "Super Ship" River Cruise Rebuilds For 2021

Luxury river cruise line Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection has announced four more of its European river ship fleet will be transformed into "Super Ships". The four ships -- River Empress, River Duchess, River Princess and River Queen, all sister ships with 130 passengers currently -- will have new restaurants, new suites and "more luxury finishes"

The 1920 Wall Street Bombing

On September 16, 1920 at noon, a horse-drawn wagon paused outside of the J.P. Morgan building at 23 Wall Street, near a very busy corner of the financial district of New York City. Inside the wagon was more than 100 pounds of dynamite with 500 pounds of metal shrapnel

Travel agent cheated his way to 42M Delta frequent flyer points, feds say

A Chicago travel agent is accused of running a fraud that netted him 42 million Delta SkyBonus points worth more than $1.75 million. A federal grand jury indicted Gennady Podolsky, a dual Ukrainian and U.S. citizen, this week on 12 counts of wire fraud. U.S. Attorney Byung J. “BJay” Pak said Podolsky used his position as the managing partner and lead travel

The Future Of Travel: Hotel Game-Changers

Those wanting to know more about the shape of the travel industry of the future, should look to the finalists of the Radical Innovation competition, which is gearing up to announce its winner next month on 16 October 2019. The yearly competition challenges designers, hoteliers, and students to pioneer compelling ideas in travel. Three finalist companies

How a Rabies Scare Changed the Way I Want to Travel

My dream trip to Thailand last fall was supposed to be a whirlwind of awe-inspiring temples, elephant hugs, and floating lanterns. And it was all of that — but with an expected detour into panic, tears, and hospital visits. The cause? One tiny dog bite. All of my solo travel goals became a life-changing lesson in what I could manage on my own — five rabies

American, Delta and United Issue Travel Waivers to San Francisco International Airport Due to Construction Slowdowns

Construction at San Francisco International is slowing down operations and causing a headache for travelers going through the airport. On September 7th, SFO closed down two of its runways for 20 days for critical repair work to runway 28L. With only two runways now operational at the airport, the rate of cancellations and delays has spiked

Hong Kong airport sees dramatic drop in passengers amid protests

Hong Kong saw a significant drop in air passenger numbers last month as political unrest in the Asian financial hub continues unabated. Hong Kong International Airport handled 6 million passengers in August, down 12.4% from the previous year, according to figures released by the Airport Authority on Sunday. The decline was mainly due to a

The Best Fall Foliage Cruises Across the U.S.

The brilliant colors of changing leaves represent one of the best parts of fall. It is a fleeting season, enjoyed for only a brief period of time before the brittle cold of winter begins. And while fall foliage may only be around for a short few weeks, the stunning colors that blanket the rolling hills and mountains of New England and the craggy coastlines of the

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It was a baking hot summer’s day and I was in a car driving through the dramatic hills and lush vegetation of the Peloponnese in Greece. “Look at this whole plain,” my driver, Eleni Korka, said, gesturing out the window. To our left was a huge, flat area, covered in olive trees and scrub bushes. Where it ended, the earth transformed sharply into forested

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One summer’s day 14 years ago, my husband and I and our then two-year-old daughter, Addie, took a fast train, a slow train, a bus and a car to get from Kyoto to a 400-person village called Omori, near the Sea of Japan about 70 miles north of Hiroshima. In a narrow valley amid forested hills, Omori had one main street, few cars and even fewer shops

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Every year, millions of Americans visit the Dominican Republic for a mental break in a place that hits so many of travel's sweet spots. There's easy access (with direct flights from New York, Miami, Atlanta, and Charlotte), friendly locals, gorgeous white sand beaches, some of the best golfing in the Caribbean, and year-round warm weather. But in recent

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Norwegian Cruise Line has confirmed that it is testing a "Pay for Perks" program onboard some of its vessels, which would allow passengers to purchase amenities usually reserved for cruisers booked in top suites or who have achieved high status within the line's loyalty program. CruiseCritic reached out to Norwegian Cruise Line, which confirmed the

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One company is catering to people's fascination with space by planning to build an enormous hotel for tourists who want to experience life beyond Earth's atmosphere. The Gateway Foundation plans to build a rotating space station that will produce varying rates of artificial gravity, according to its website. Utilizing existing technology from the International

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If a restaurant has both Michelin stars and a place on the World’s 50 Best Restaurants list, don’t bother. It’s the culinary equivalent of being able to sing and act – and then winning an Oscar – so getting a meet-and-greet with Lady Gaga would be easier. Fortunately, there is less of a spotlight on Dubai. The Michelin Guide doesn’t publish a UAE edition and

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CEO and co-founder Cody Candee of the No. 1 luggage storage app Bounce recently celebrated an unusual milestone. He has officially lived in the same city (San Fransisco) for more than a year for the first time in a decade. His on-the-go lifestyle is one of the reasons he started Bounce with his friend Aleks. Collectively, Cody and Aleks have lived in over 15

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During the war of 1812, Francis Scott Key was a prisoner aboard a British war ship anchored in the Chesapeake Bar during the Battle of Fort McHenry. He boarded the ship under a flag of truce to secure the release of prisoners. However, while on-board he accidentally overheard

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There’s possibly nothing worse than arriving at an airport, having done your due diligence to make it there with your standard two-to-three hours of buffer time ahead of your flight, only to see that airport construction is either going to make your drop-off or parking a pain and extensively increase security wait times. So you can be prepared for all of your

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Where you stay makes all the difference on the road. Even if you only plan to spend your sleeping hours in a hotel room or apartment or rental home, inconvenient or unappealing accommodations can detract from -- or ruin -- an otherwise lovely trip. The range of choices and amenities is vast, but one of the key decisions these days is whether to go with a

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Powdery sand beaches, clear turquoise waters, vibrant nightlife, friendly people and a proud culture are just a few of the reasons visitors fall in love Barbados from the moment they land. The island truly has it all and it shows. Many people know Barbados for its nonstop annual fete known as Crop Over, but if you dig a little deeper you’ll find a hidden gem

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While the Bahamas is still reeling from the devastating effects of Hurrican Dorian, the nation is as resilient as it is welcoming. And although the category 5 storm destroyed several northern islands, a large swath of islands remain untouched and open, including some of the most popular such as Nassau, Paradise Island, and the Exumas. The

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A transatlantic flight was forced to divert to the Republic of Ireland because a pilot spilled a cup of coffee on the aircraft's controls, it has emerged. According to the Air Accidents Investigation Branch, the Airbus A330-243, operated by Condor, was traveling from Frankfurt in Germany to Cancún in Mexico on February 6 when it was forced to jettison

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In an era of ultra-economy airline travel, it may surprise you to learn that airlines are often quite generous to transcontinental passengers, both in the sky and on the ground. But sometimes this superior service lies hidden in plain sight, only accessed by frequent flyers who are “in the know.” Activating your spider-senses, following your nose, and

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Wrapping my Touareg scarf around my face to shield my eyes from the sand and dirt, I climbed the ladder, hoisted myself onto the lip of the freight wagon and surveyed the scene. An endless line of wagons stretched out to the horizon, rocking and swaying. To either side, a landscape of boundless sandy plains and low dunes was sliding past, pin-sharp in the limpid light of the Sahara

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Odds are, you didn't make it onto the shortlist of astro-tourists heading on a space vacation with Virgin Galactic or SpaceX in the not-too-distant future. But you can still travel to Mars—or at least, pretend to—thanks to a new cabin in New York's Hudson Valley. Next spring, the two-story Tera cabin will be 3D-printed on site in upstate New York. It will be made from a biopolymer basalt

Here's How to Help the Bahamas After Hurricane Dorian

People are coming together to help days after Hurricane Dorian battered the Bahamas as a Category 5 storm, killing at least seven people and causing complete devastation throughout the islands. The catastrophic and slow-moving storm made landfall on Great Abaco Island with sustained winds of 185 mph over the weekend, the strongest storm to hit the area since 1935. Images of the

Autumn In New York: Try 7 Inviting Ideas For Travel Lovers

As a New Yorker who has had a love affair with this city for decades, I never tire of experiencing its energy and ingenuity, culture and charisma. With 41 Broadway theaters, nearly 100 museums, more than 1,700 parks and recreation facilities and approximately 40,000 restaurants across the five boroughs, there are always interesting sights, sounds and tastes to explore. One of the best ways

The best classic New York City restaurants

You could easily go broke trying to visit every restaurant in New York City's five boroughs. But while there will always be plenty of people chasing the next hot thing -- rainbow unicorn ramen -- there are certain restaurants that have outlasted the rest. These spots are known for their style, their service and especially their food, and have survived against cutthroat competition. Some have

Dolphins, whisky and safari tents: You find more than birds as a Hebridean twitcher

Though the potency of early morning Scottish sea gales looked set to pinch the cap from my head, I craned my neck around the boat’s cabin, drops of seawater speckling my face as we whipped over swells at 30 knots, to just about make out Ailsa Craig growing mighty ahead of the bow. The prehistoric hump of scarped granite columns capped by verdure looked more fearsome now than it

Hotel de la Coupole: Inside Sapa's first luxury hotel

Once a sleepy town famous for its rice terraces and ethnic tribal cultures, Sapa -- a five-hour drive from Hanoi -- has grown in recent years to become one of the hottest tourist destinations in Vietnam. With a population of less than 140,000, the area welcomed more than 1.6 million visitors in the first half of 2019 -- accounting for 57% of tourists visiting the entire Lao Cai province

The World's Most-Visited City Is Bangkok

Mastercard has released its Global Destination Cities Index, which ranks 200 cities around the world with the most international visitors. The list is based on the card issuer’s proprietary analysis of publicly available spending data and visitor numbers. The results, which include information on the most-visited cities as well as consumers’ spending habits, are telling. For the fourth

Black bear found resting in Montana lodge washroom

Guests and staff at a hotel in Montana got the surprise of their lives recently, when a black bear was found chilling out in the women's bathroom. In a video shared by Buck's T-4 Lodge in Big Sky, hotel workers were astonished to encounter the young bear sprawling on the bathroom countertop, apparently unfazed by its surroundings. "A yearling black bear found its way through a

Tips for getting an appointment for your Global Entry application

If you are trying to complete your Global Entry application but have been stymied by the scarcity of available appointments, keep on trying. Customs and Border Protection, which said in an email Tuesday that the Los Angeles office where those applications can be completed would reopen Oct. 1, said Wednesday that the office would remain closed indefinitely. Global Entry, which costs $100 for

Hurricane Dorian forces Norwegian Breakaway cruise to divert to New Orleans, stranding 200

An estimated 200 cruise passengers were stuck in New Orleans after the Norwegian Breakaway was forced to divert to Louisiana on Tuesday morning because of Hurricane Dorian. The cruise was originally scheduled to return to Miami on Sunday, but due to the storm, the ship altered course and diverted to New Orleans, where passengers are claiming they have been left without

Hurricane Dorian: Royal Caribbean, Disney Cruise Line, others pledge support to Bahamas

Royal Caribbean International, The Walt Disney Co. and other companies are stepping up and offering support to the Bahamas after Hurricane Dorian ripped a destructive path across the island nation. Dorian was a Category 5 hurricane with sustained winds of 185 mph when it pummeled the Bahamas Sunday for more than 36 hours, leaving at least 20 people dead and an estimated 13,000

José Andrés Mobilizes World Central Kitchen in the Bahamas After Hurricane Dorian

Over the past several years, chef José Andrés and his non-profit, World Central Kitchen, have been working to feed people in times of crisis. They were on the ground in Southern California this summer preparing meals for residents and first responders in the wake of earthquakes; when Hurricane Maria hit Puerto Rico, Andrés famously prepared giant vats of paella that served 5,000 people

Cruise Lines Pledge Millions in Aid to the Bahamas

Cruise lines, including Royal Caribbean and Carnival Cruise Line, have pledged millions in aid to the Bahamas after Hurricane Dorian tore through the Northern Bahamian Islands earlier this week. From Carnival Cruise Line to Royal Caribbean to Disney, here are what cruise lines are donating towards relief and recovery efforts in the Bahamas. The Walt Disney Company, led by Disney

The Murder of Mary Ann Nichols

Charles Cross, a market stall operator, was the first to discover the body of Mary Ann Nichols lying on the ground on what is now Durward Street in the Whitechapel area of London, near the London Hospital. She had been last seen alive walking the Whitechapel Road in a new bonnet, one she hoped

Bucket List Travel: The Top 50 Places In The World

What's on your travel bucket list? If you're like most people, the more you travel, the more places you add to your bucket list. So when the editors of the website Big 7 Travel announced the list of the world's top 50 bucket list destinations, we stopped in our tracks and started checking off the boxes. The website surveyed its 1.5 million-strong social audience in order to determine the

Hurricane Dorian travel: Nearly 800 Wednesday flights canceled; Charleston airport to close

Travelers should brace for another round of heavy flight cancellations Wednesday and potentially for the rest of the week as Hurricane Dorian trudges its way up the East Coast. Airlines already have canceled nearly 800 Wednesday flights into, out of and within the United States, according to flight tracker FlightAware, and the total is likely to grow. That is on top of more than 1,800

Holiday Travel May Get More Expensive, Thanks to the Boeing 737 Max Grounding

This year's peak holiday travel season—from Thanksgiving through Christmas—might just be messier than usual. That's because of the additional delays to the return of the Boeing 737 Max, which U.S. airlines were predicting to return in early November, and a scramble for carriers to reroute and rebook passengers on impacted flights. Two major domestic airlines recently pushed the

Why Polish people hate rules

When the Nazis started closing in on my Jewish grandfather during World War Two, he made a fateful decision: he fled from Ukraine to Warsaw, where no-one knew him and it would be easier for him to disappear. When he arrived in the Polish capital, the first thing he saw was a woman selling bread at Central Station, right under a poster threatening death for doing so. In his

A glimpse behind the scenes of Giza's Grand Egyptian Museum

In the vast, shade-dappled atrium of Egypt’s new Grand Egyptian Museum, construction work surrounded a colossal statue of Ramses II, his left foot striding forward and fists clenched in readiness. Staff welcoming visiting journalists doled out assurances that the towering ancient sculpture was safe from the ongoing building works. On its journey to the new museum last year, the

Travel disruption as entire Tube line suspended

Passengers are facing travel disruption after an entire London Underground line was suspended due to a signal systems failure at the main control centre. One commuter tweeted that he "hated the Northern Line", which was suspended just before 06:00 BST. The Tube line connects transport hubs Waterloo, King's Cross and Euston and is used by more than 800,000 people every day

What's the Difference Between Hostels and Hotels?

There's only one letter's difference, but make no mistake—hotels and hostels are very different travel experiences! There are so many things to consider when choosing a place to stay on your next vacation. It needs to be within your price range and a reasonable distance from your desired travel activities, plus you need to look out for these signs you’re staying at a bad hotel. You

After Hurricane Dorian, cruise lines’ private islands in the Bahamas suffer limited damage

As Hurricane Dorian ended its assault over the Bahamas, the cruise lines began working Tuesday to assess the damage to their private islands in the region. Disney Cruise Line’s Castaway Cay was the closest cruise line private island to Elbow Cay in the northern Bahamas, where Dorian tore through as a monster Category 5 hurricane — the strongest to ever strike the archipelago

In search of the Rolling Stones's London haunts

As the crow flies, it isn’t too far from the bedsit squalor of Edith Grove, SW10, to the leafy Cheyne Walk of Chelsea, SW3. Mick Jagger and Keith Richards accomplished the journey in a little over five years. In the early Sixties, London proved to be a magnet for R&B-crazy teenagers. And the moving force behind the Rolling Stones gravitated towards the capital. While celebrated in

Millennials Love Sabbaticals--Here's How To Save For Yours

In mid-August, Natalie Williams Diller, 30, and husband Mike Diller, 37, quit their jobs in the U.S. for a new life in the Italian countryside. The pair, with nothing but two suitcases and a few duffel bags, headed to Europe to live and work underneath a chef for 73 days. After that, they will exhaust the remaining 17 days of their European Union tourist visas in Croatia, or maybe Spain

The NoMad Hotel: New York’s Most Magical Hotel

I’ve stayed twice in the past year at the NoMad Hotel in New York City, once as a guest of the property and once incognito as a paying coatomer. Both times I was impressed. There are a lot of hotels in a lot of different styles and price points in New York, but the NoMad is pretty one of a kind, which is hard to do in such a crowded market (You can read some other recent stories about

These are the least safest Southeast Asian cities to travel and live in

If you regularly backpack, this report by The Economist would pique your curiosity. The weekly magazine recently released its Safe Cities Index for 2019 and unsurprisingly, Tokyo sits at the top followed by Singapore, Osaka, Amsterdam, and Sydney. Singapore ranks the top for infrastructure and personal security. It's number 2 for digital security and at the 8th spot for health. But what

Central Holidays Unveils “A Year of Traveling our Top Destinations” Guide

Moonachie, NJ – (September 3, 2019) – Central Holidays is pleased to unveil its new guide, “A Year of Traveling our Top Destinations”, presented with the expert knowledge and insider insight of the award-winning travel brand's destinations specialists. This useful guide features vacations exclusively offered

The Founding of San Marino

The tiny nation of San Marino, landlocked in its entirety by Italy in the Apennine Mountains, was founded on this day. It has the third highest GDP in the world and boasts the smallest population of any of the members of the Council of Europe. San Marino is the oldest constitutional republic still in

PRESS RELEASE from CCTO & National ASTA

We now have the text of the amendment: http://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=201920200AB5. (iii) Travel agent services provided by either of the following: (I) a person regulated by the Attorney General under Article 2.6 (commencing with Section 17550) of Chapter 1 of

Hurricane Dorian creates Labor Day travel trouble

As the Labor Day weekend comes to a close, travelers brace for the impact of Hurricane Dorian as it moves closer to the Carolinas. At Charlotte Douglas International Airport, the flight status board displayed the word “canceled” next to many Florida and Bahamas destinations. Marcia Morin from Delaware was in Charlotte over the weekend visiting family for the holiday weekend

Canadian government says to avoid all travel to Bahamas, Florida as Hurricane Dorian lands

The Canadian government has issued stern travel warnings for the Bahamas, as well as parts of Florida, as Hurricane Dorian is set to hit both regions. Travel advisories were issued Sunday afternoon as the Category 5 hurricane made landfall in the Bahamas, with wind speeds reaching 297 km/h. Gusts of that strength can rip trees from their root and potentially flatten homes. The

American Airlines adds Eastern North Carolina airports to travel alert list

American Airlines is closely monitoring the track of Hurricane Dorian, and have added eastern North Carolina airports to the travel alert list – including those in Greenville, Jacksonville, New Bern, and Wilmington. Company officials say they have capped fares and waived baggage fees for those airports and several others along the East Coast. Storms like these may require customers to

Hong Kong protesters target airport but planes keep flying

Thousands of protesters blocked roads and public transport links to Hong Kong airport on Sunday in a bid to draw world attention to their fight for democracy for the Chinese-ruled city which is facing its biggest political crisis in decades. Planes were taking off and landing, with delays, but trains were suspended and approach roads to the airport impassable as protesters erected

These Are the Best Cruises for Singles of All Ages

Traveling the world without having to pack and unpack multiple times is ideal. And on a cruise, that’s a reality as you head from destination to destination on what is basically a moving luxury hotel (or a floating mini city, in some cases). The idea of being able to go to sleep in Bratislava and wake up in Budapest (as you can on the U by Uniworld river cruise, one of our World’s Best river

World's longest cruise sets sail from London

It's the stuff of travel dreams -- or nightmares depending on how prone you are to sea sickness. Viking Cruises has just launched its "Ultimate World Cruise," a 245-day luxury journey aimed at setting the Guinness World Record for the longest continuous passenger cruise. The 930-guest Viking Sun set sail from London's Greenwich Pier on August 31. Circumnavigating the globe, it

Trainee pilot lands plane after instructor passes out

Piloting a plane as it soars above the clouds is a dream for many people, but it quickly turned into the stuff of nightmares for one man in Australia. When his instructor blacked out, student pilot Max Sylvester was left in sole charge of a small aircraft, and he eventually had to land by himself in what was his first lesson in that kind of plane, according to CNN affiliate 9 News. After making

The 'Great Wall' of Malta

With a population density predicted to reach 6,700 per sq km in the next 10 years, Malta is easily one of the European Union’s most crowded countries. And with more and more visitors flocking to the scenic Mediterranean archipelago every year, it’s hard to imagine that any corner of this destination remains undiscovered. Yet there is one. Across the northern portion of the isle of Malta

Twin giant panda cubs born in Berlin Zoo

Berlin Zoo welcomed twin giant panda cubs to the world on Saturday, the first time a panda has given birth in Germany. Mother Meng Meng gave birth for the first time after a 147-day pregnancy, according to an announcement from the zoo Monday. Giant pandas are classified as a vulnerable species, making the births significant for conservation efforts. They are famously hard to

1 dead, 8 sick in hazmat incident at San Jose hotel

Authorities say one woman has died and eight people have been sickened in a hazmat incident Saturday at a Northern California hotel. KTVU reports Saturday that guests of the Fairmont Hotel in San Jose reported smelling a chemical odor — similar to a rotten egg —and feeling faint, light-headed and short of breath. San Jose police Officer Gina Tepoorten says authorities are investigating

See what Disney's new 'Star Wars' Galactic Starcruiser hotel will look like

Disney has launched two new “Star Wars”-themed attractions at the company’s theme parks in California and Florida, attracting crowds of fans looking to enjoy a glass of blue milk while gazing at the Millennium Falcon. Now, “Star Wars” fans can look forward to an “immersive hotel” that will aim to make them feel like they’re really living in “a galaxy far, far away,” with a new “Star Wars”

Traveling This Weekend? Here's What to Know About Hurricane Dorian

Airlines and cruise companies are taking precautions as Hurricane Dorian approaches the Southeastern United States, where it’s expected to hit as a major hurricane. Hurricane Dorian is expected to become a Category 4 storm before hitting Florida or Georgia Sunday night into Monday morning, according to the latest forecast from the National Hurricane Service. Florida Governor Rod

Millennials are making travel a priority more than previous generations—that's not a bad thing

Your Instagram feed is probably littered with photos from your friends on vacation sharing breathtaking views of exotic beaches or snapshots of once-in-a-lifetime meals. And if you think that the sheer number of these vacation photos is growing, you're not wrong. That's because millennials, more than previous generations, are making travel a priority. In 2019, the average millennial

Biggest, Tallest, Fastest: 20 Record-Breaking Travel Destinations

If your travel motto is go big or stay home, you should plan a visit to these record-holding attractions and destinations around the world where size definitely matters. The first step to most trips is getting there and often that means heading to an airport. Istanbul New Airport, which handled its first flight in October 2018, is being constructed in four phases, according to CNBC, and

8 of the world's most unusual drinks

Many travelers consider themselves to be "foodies," but what about "drinkies"? Just like food, there are hundreds of thousands of drinks to try around the world. Some of these are fairly common -- variations of tea, coffee, soft drinks or alcohol. But other beverages are mysterious, sometimes curious, concoctions with cultural significance, medicinal properties and/or mind- and body

Aspen’s Newest Hotel Is Big Ski Season Travel News

Aspen has long been one of the most exclusive and famous ski towns on earth, with sky high real estate prices to match its chic reputation. As a result, development is limited, and not a whole lot changes here - even the restaurant and bar scene is more consistent than in many other mountain towns, with favorites that have been in business for decades. But this is especially true

These Are the World's Safest Cities in 2019 (Video)

We spend so much time, money, and energy planning a vacation, so it should be a given that where we go should also give us a sense of security as well. If you’re looking for a great destination where you can also get peace of mind when it comes to your own personal safety as well, it might be a good idea to book a trip to Tokyo, according to The Economist Intelligence Unit's 2019

Black Travel Vibes: Feel Irie On An Escape To Jamaica

In the words of the late, great Robert Nesta Marley, “Don’t worry about a thing. ‘Cause every little thing gonna be all right.” Still, this sentiment is the unofficial motto of Jamaica. From the moment you land, the sounds and vibes of the island penetrate your soul and fill you with its laid back spirit. Bustling streets, the rhythmic sounds of reggae and dancehall around every corner, sandy

Global Demand For Air Travel Has Reached The 50% Level, And It Likely Won't Slow Up

No matter where you are in the world you can now turn to the person next to you and accurately assume that one of the two of year flew someplace last year – at least statistically speaking. That’s because for the first time ever the number of airline passengers worldwide topped the 50% mark of the world’s entire population. The International Air Transport Association recently

Next stop, Stockholm: one family’s European rail adventure

Watching my two children struggle along the platform like geriatric tortoises under their new backpacks, I had a moment of doubt. It was 5am on a dull, Monday in London and we were about to embark on a journey that would take us, by train, all the way to Stockholm. With the help of the Man in Seat 61 website, I worked out that a Global Interrail pass was the best way for our crew

Disney’s opening of Star Wars land drew crowds to Florida. Now they face Hurricane Dorian.

Tourists flocked to Central Florida on Thursday for an intergalactic experience: the grand opening of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Walt Disney World. But they may be in for some atmospheric action as well. Hurricane Dorian continued on its path toward the Southeast United States the same day, with landfall possible in Florida by afternoon on Labor Day. The latest National Hurricane

Amsterdam's best spa hotels for pampering beside the canals

Glide down canals on a salon boat, stroll through a leafy park, sip cocktails on a waterside terrace, amble along alleys lined with design shops and fashion boutiques. Whatever your idea of a languid break might entail, Amsterdam can take you there. Chill out, cheer up, revive, detox, or indulge in its top hotel city-spas: a pool with a riverside view, perhaps, specialist Japanese massage

Family awaiting Royal Caribbean cruise 'trapped' in Italy after their hotel room's safe was stolen

Though one member of the Canadian family reportedly stuck in Italy after their passports and wallets were stolen ahead of a Royal Caribbean cruise has acknowledged that the gorgeous country is “definitely not the worst place to be trapped,” the Ontario residents are eager to return home – and track down the crooks who stole their valuables, along with the safe from their hotel

Unforgettable activities to enjoy on a cruise adventure this winter

Winter is the time to hibernate, right? Wrong. With a Saga cruise, this is the time when when things really heat up – with the Explore Ashore programme offering a smorgasbord of thrilling, expert-picked adventures. Highlights sweep from behind-the-scenes carnival experiences in Italy and spa retreats in Tenerife through to dog-sledding in Norway and jaw-dropping helicopter

High-speed California-to-Las Vegas train plan is a go

After a number of fits and starts, plans for a high-speed train connecting California and Las Vegas are back on track. The announcement was made at the Nevada Economic Development Conference on Tuesday. The train will travel at speeds up to 150 miles per hour, making the nonstop trip between the Victor Valley region of California and the Las Vegas Strip in about 75-90

1st Modern Riverboat in the U.S.A., American Song, Honored on Time’s 2019 World’s Greatest Places List

GUILFORD, CT—August 27, 2019—American Cruise Lines’ 1st modern riverboat, American Song, was selected for Time magazine’s 2019 World’s Greatest Placeslist. Time’s annual list, just announced last week, “highlights 100 destinations around the world that are breaking new ground, leading industry

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In 1865, white settlers in California killed more than forty Native Americans of the Yahi tribe in what has become known as the Three Knolls Massacre. The remnants of the Yahi tribe fled into the forest and hid. For the next forty years, the last of the Yahi lived in the woods and gradually died off. On

Here's what you need to know about getting travel insurance during hurricane season

Hurricane Dorian is brewing up trouble in the Atlantic, a sure sign that we’ve officially hit hurricane season. It pays to be prepared if you’re planning to travel to the Caribbean or along the Atlantic seaboard over the next few months. Peak hurricane season generally occurs between mid-August to late October, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. So a

Hurricane Dorian: What travelers need to know about flight waivers, Disney World, cruises

As Hurricane Dorian hurtles into the Caribbean, travelers may want (or need) to reconsider trip plans — especially since the storm isn't expected to slow down anytime soon. Dorian is expected to strengthen over the next 24 hours, and the threat of winds and heavy rains reaching Florida this weekend is increasing, the National Hurricane Center said. The latest track has Dorian as a

Marriott, the world's largest hotel chain, is eliminating travel-sized toiletries

Another leading hotel company is eliminating tiny toiletries from its rooms. Marriott (MAR) announced it's replacing travel-sized tubes of shampoo, conditioner and bath gel with larger bottles in an attempt to reduce plastic waste. The world's largest hotel chain said the switch is part of a larger test that it implemented in some of its North American hotels last year. The change will

Cooler, Farther and Less Crowded: The Rise of ‘Undertourism’

The hike to Hanging Lake, just east of Glenwood Springs, Colo., is short and steep, rising more than 1,000 feet in just over one mile. The payoff vista — an idyllic turquoise pool fed by waterfalls, ringed in evergreens and seemingly hanging off the edge of a cliff — has been known to attract up to 1,500 hikers on a busy day. It’s too many for the fragile ecosystem. To regulate traffic, the

11 beautiful reasons to visit Latvia

Positioned on the Baltic Sea between Lithuania and Estonia, Latvia is an impressive mix of art nouveau architecture and pristine nature. The northeastern European destination is known as the "Land of Blue Lakes" thanks to its 12,000 or so rivers and 3,000 small lakes. But while Riga is popular with tourists, very few venture outside the capital city to discover the many treasures this

10 of the world’s best markets: readers’ travel tips

Our stay in Fang, northern Thailand, coincided with the weekly Sunday night food market. From 5.30pm, tiny quails rotated on a grill while their eggs were fried in a doughnut maker, pots and woks bubbled with Thai curries, and stir fries and bamboo sticks full of sticky rice were griddled. Whole salted fish, coils of round sausages and meat skewers were all being barbecued over hot coals

The 9 Air Travel Trends We're Most Excited About This Year

Mere decades ago, air travel was still considered a rarefied mode of transport, within reach only for an elite sector of travelers. Today, it's much, much more accessible. More than 4.4 billion air passengers flew in 2018, the highest number ever, according to the latest data from the International Air Transport Association. "Airlines are connecting more people and places than ever before,"

Spectacular Stromboli eruption sends people fleeing for cover

A spectacular explosion from an Italian volcano Wednesday sent locals and tourists running for cover to avoid a shower of rocks and ash. The eruption of Stromboli, on a small island off the coast of Sicily, sent a gigantic plume of smoke billowing into the sky. Firefighters reported that widespread vegetation fires had broken out. Burning material from the explosion fell from the crater and

A boy with autism wouldn't sit still on a United Airlines flight. So crew and passengers stepped in to help.

Braysen is a 4-year-old autistic boy who usually loves to fly. But he had a meltdown on a United Airlines flight from San Diego to Houston. That was when the aircraft's crew and passengers came together to help him. The boy's mother, Lori Gabriel of Cypress, Texas, told CNN that Braysen removed his seat belt just before takeoff, saying he wanted to sit on the floor. "It was impossible to

Black Travel Vibes: Eat, Pray, Love Your Way Through Bali

They say anything worth having is worth fighting for, or in the case of travelers — flying for. That’s why year after year globetrotters embark across the world for the chance to experience the wonders of Bali, Indonesia. The island is the embodiment of love with its lush green rice paddies, ornate temples, decorative art, fresh seafood, and stunning beaches, making it the perfect

Is it worth the risk to cruise during hurricane season? Yes, but preparation is key

Is it worth the risk to plan a cruise to the Caribbean, Bahamas, Bermuda, Mexican Riviera or even Canada/New England during hurricane season? Absolutely, with one major caveat: To paraphrase a cliche, prepare for the worst – and hope for the best. Statistically speaking, the chances that your particular voyage is going to be affected by a hurricane are very slim. But changes to

Carnival Issues Hurricane Dorian Update for 11 Cruise Ships and 5 Ports

Carnival Cruise Line has issued an update on five of their home ports and eleven cruise ships due to Hurricane Dorian. The most recent update from Carnival Cruise Line is as follows: “Our Fleet Operations Center in Miami is actively monitoring Hurricane Dorian’s potential impact on the departures listed below. Currently, these sailings are expected to operate as scheduled, unless

W Aspen is the Ski Town’s New Luxury Lair

The W Aspen & The Sky Residences at W Aspen debuts today, the first new luxury hotel to open in Aspen in 25 years. The W Aspen is the second W Mountain Escape globally, following W Verbier in the Swiss Alps. Situated on prime real estate at the base of Aspen Mountain, W Aspen has ski-in/ski-out access to Aspen Mountain. Guestrooms have dramatic views and the architecture

A little fusion of Portugal, Africa and Brazil in the Atlantic – an expert guide to Sao Vicente, Cape Verde

Until now, this enchanting archipelago of volcanic islands has played second fiddle to its more famous Canary Islands siblings. However, this is all set to change. After all, who can resist the gloriously undulating landscapes offering fabulous hiking opportunities, turquoise waters lapping blanched-white beaches, incredible live music and friendly people who fuse the very best

Leisure Time Group Announces U.S. Booking Agent

An exciting New Zealand Small Group Touring product with guaranteed departures is now available for booking in the United States through multi award-winning travel wholesaler, Down Under Answers. Leisure Time Group, New Zealand, is delighted to announce that Seattle-based wholesaler and Australian

The Founding of St. Augustine

The oldest continuously occupied city in the United States was first sighted on this day in 1565. Explorer Pedro Menendez founded St. Augustine, naming it for St. Augustine of Hippo. He and 600 of his soldiers arrived and settled in an Indian village, which they turned into a fortified outpost. In 1566, the first child

The Top 6 Travel Destinations For Fall 2019

You may be decades removed from your years as a student, but you don't need to be physically returning to your high school homeroom to succumb to those back-to-school blues. This seasonal manifestation of the much-loathed Sunday Scaries fills even the most optimistic soul with dread: Summer is over, responsibility is returning. The days will grow shorter, I will grow older, and I have to

American Airlines is calling travelers to apologize for travel disruptions

American Airlines is having a difficult summer. On top of seasonal storms, the airline has struggled with the months-long grounding of Boeing 737 Max planes and a protracted labor dispute with its mechanics that the carrier says has forced it to cancel hundreds of flights and caused long delays. Operations have been improving but the Fort Worth-based airline is calling customers hit with travel

Here's when NOT to hit the road for a Labor Day trip

Planning one final summer getaway this weekend for Labor Day? You're not alone. Americans all over the country are planning road and plane trips ahead of the Monday, Sept. 2, holiday. But you can avoid getting caught in super-congested traffic by factoring in the busiest travel times. With the long weekend before the holiday, expect to see a major spike in road travelers. INRIX, a global mobility

Rick Steves Gives Great Advice After Being Pickpocketed in Paris

Just because something’s never happened to you doesn’t mean it never will. Travel host extraordinaire Rick Steves revealed in a blog post this week that — despite an estimated 4,000 days of travel under his belt and despite never having been pickpocketed before — he was the victim of a pickpocketing scam in Paris this summer. “It was my own fault,” Steves wrote. “I wasn't wearing my money belt

Amtrak now offering travel discount for military veterans

Amtrak is offering customers who are military veterans new way to save on rail travel. A 10% discount for military veterans is now available for customers who have served in the Army, Marines, Navy, Air Force and Coast Guard. The new everyday discount is valid for travel across the entire national network including the Northeast Regional from Washington, D.C., to Boston, all State-Supported

In this bakery, grandmas are the stars

You may think you are entering an extremely charming old-fashioned café when you step into Vollpension in Vienna. The furniture is worn but inviting. The walls are covered by framed portraits and other art. Lace doilies, tiny vases and cute animal figurines evoke a room with warm family memories. This could be your grandmother's house. Grandmothers (and a few grandfathers) are indeed a

Remains of 250 sacrificed children found in Peru

Archeologists in Peru have uncovered the remains of around 250 children sacrificed by the pre-Columbian Chimú civilization. The remains are of children aged 4-12 years old, as well as 40 warriors, sacrificed between the 13th and 15th centuries, according to a video from Peruvian state media agency Andina. The Chimú civilization inhabited northern Peru before they were conquered by the

Black Travel Vibes: Reclaim Your Zen In The British Virgin Islands

The British Virgin Islands is an underrated gem that in recent years has finally gotten some shine in the Black travel space. With companies like Up in the Air Life hosting luxurious mega yacht trips for Black jetsetters, more and more people are realizing that it’s the place to be. From island hopping to luxurious resorts, friendly people and unique marine life, the BVI has something for every type

Make The Most Of The Toronto International Film Festival With This Travel Guide

Every year come September Toronto’s already sparkling personality gets even brighter as movie stars descend on the city for the highly acclaimed Toronto International Film Festival. The hundreds of thousand of film buffs who attend the event will discover a metropolis abuzz not merely with Hollywood glamour and gossip, but also with an array of restaurants, attractions and high-end hotels

Best Punta Cana Resorts For Families

Punta Cana appeals to families from around the world for many reasons. As a beachside resort town at the easternmost tip of the Dominican Republic, Punta Cana has a tropical climate that makes it a travel destination throughout the year. Family-friendly activities for visitors include snorkeling, windsurfing, golfing, beach volleyball, catamaran cruises, sailing, parasailing, and safari tours. If your

Delight in Devon: an eco-cabin stay in a rescued wood

‘Imagine yourself lying on a beach or swimming in the sea, or anywhere your mind wants to go.” Archery instructor Katie was trying to get me to switch off, mentally, so that I could snap back into the zone when I shot my next arrow. All well and good, but I was in rather a lovely wood in Devon, and my mind insisted on making this attractive grove its happy place. At least that’s the excuse I gave

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Carnival Dream is suffering from a technical issue which has impacted the final part of the 5-day cruise. The Dream-class Carnival cruise ship is suffering from a technical issue related to the maximum cruising speed. As a result, it has impacted the final part of the 5-day cruise out of Galveston, Texas. According to several passengers currently onboard the vessel, the ship has got an issue with her

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If you've ever taken a cruise vacation, you know that it takes thousands of people to make sure you and your fellow travelers are housed, fed, and entertained well while on the trip. But, as travelers, there's a lot that goes into cruise ship hospitality we don't know about. To find out what it's really like to work and live on a cruise ship, we spoke to seven current and former employees. The folks

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During the spring and summer of 1883, the volcano on the South Pacific island of Krakatoa had been particularly active. In August of that year, however, the eruptions intensified, and on August 24th they began to occur every 10 minutes. On August 27th, the volcano erupted with a series of four explosions

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Passengers due to fly into the path of Tropical Storm Dorian may be able to reschedule their flights for free. Several US airlines are offering travel waivers to customers with scheduled flights to the eastern Caribbean as the storm travels through the Caribbean Sea. The National Hurricane Center issued a tropical storm warning and a hurricane watch for Puerto Rico on Tuesday morning. It's

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Though Jon Krakauer rendered the phrase immortal in his nonfiction account of an ill-fated young man who ventured into the Alaskan wilderness, the allure of going 'into the wild; predates his book's 1998 publication date. (Though, of course, Alaska is featured on our list, because—why wouldn't it be?) This call of the wild (to borrow from another author, Jack London), has been around since time

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The Amazon Rainforest is on fire. And, right now, there is little end in sight. According to Brazil's National Institute for Space Research (INPE), there have been at least 72,843 fires in Brazil since the start of 2019. More than half of these fires began in the Amazon region. According to CNN, this means more than one-and-a-half soccer fields worth of rainforest is being destroyed every minute

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As summer slowly comes to an end, the hunt is on for one last dance in the sunshine, one last instagrammable meal, and one last adventure to embark on before we unpack our coats and hats in preparation for winter. With a sunset that doesn’t occur until well after 9 pm, Madrid is the perfect place for a last-minute summer escape. From hilarious street performers and awe-inspiring

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Where are you headed next? Maybe you need a digital detox vacation. Now that disconnecting from it all has become more essential than ever, the concept of taking a digital detox trip is on the rise. In the past year alone, web searches for “digital detox” have increased by 42%, while a survey found that one in five consumers is taking a digital detox. And it's no wonder travelers are craving

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Indonesia is getting a new capital city thanks to climate change. On Monday, Indonesia’s President Joko Widodo announced his country’s plan to build an entirely new capital city from scratch as their current one, Jakarta, is sinking. "As a large nation that has been independent for 74 years, Indonesia has never chosen its own capital," Widodo said in a televised speech, according to AFP

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Epcot is opening Disney World's very first Mary Poppins attraction, and it’s going to be supercalifragi— you get the idea. Dick Van Dyke himself took the stage at Disney’s D23 Expo fan convention over the weekend to reveal the news, which came as an utter surprise to theme park fans. Epcot will also expand upon the beloved film’s charming setting as Epcot’s United Kingdom pavilion opens its own

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Around 66 million years ago, a 15km-wide asteroid smashed into Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula and is believed to have wiped out almost all the dinosaurs. The impact caused a megatsunami, liquified billions of tonnes of rock and created a 200km-wide crater in the Earth’s surface into which water seeped, creating thousands of sinkholes. Over millennia, some of these limestone sinkholes collapsed while

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Rows of bungalows on stilts are stacked up a slope. Some are painted a pale terracotta colour; others are clad in wood. Sliding glass doors open onto balconies that overlook a wide, sandy beach. Clumps of grass sprout from the bungalows’ flat roofs. Spotlit in the early evening light, the geometric buildings of Noah Surf House are as incongruous as they are striking, as if someone has airlifted a

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To be or not to be a traveler to Stratford-upon-Avon, and stay at the Hotel Indigo – that is the question. The answer is a resounding “Aye,” as this newest member to the InterContinental Hotel Group takes center stage in this historic village in England. The birthplace of William Shakespeare, Stratford-upon-Avon is the ideal location for a boutique hotel since there is a dedicated flow of tourists eager

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While other couples daydream about packing up and traveling across the country for months at a time, Lauren and Steven Keys have actually done it. The pair are originally from Brandon and now reside in Gainesville. They recently returned from a seven-month trip to see every single one of America’s national parks, including those in the Virgin Islands and American Samoa. “So in the past, we had

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Tropical Storm Dorian, brewing in the Caribbean and aiming toward Puerto Rico and Dominican Republic, has already prompted several cruise ship itinerary changes. The storm has prompted a hurricane watch for Puerto Rico and Dominican Republic from Isla Saona to Samana, and tropical storm warnings for Martinique, St. Lucia and St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Graphical projections

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A person was killed on August 22 after a fire broke out on the Russian river cruise ship Pyotr Tchaikovsky, the Russian publication Fontanka reported. The ship was reportedly docked in St. Petersburg early on Thursday morning when the fire started in the cabin of one of the ship's mechanics (a separate report from Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty said the fire began in the ship's engine room)

Uganda Airlines launches new operations with Kenya trip

Uganda's national airline has launched commercial operations with a flight to the Kenyan capital. Uganda Airlines' inaugural flight to Nairobi on Tuesday carried mostly government and airline officials following a ceremony to re-launch the carrier that collapsed in 2001. Uganda Airlines owns two planes. Four more have been ordered, including two Airbus jets. The carrier will fly to regional

Nineteenth Amendment

A mere 96 years ago, women had no Constitutionally guaranteed right to vote in elections. In January of 1918, President Woodrow Wilson announced that he was supporting a new amendment to the US Constitution that would give women the right to vote. The House of Representatives passed the

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On August 25, 1919, the first regular international passenger air service took place between London and Paris. This fledgling flight, operated by Air Transport & Travel Ltd (AT&T) -- a forerunner of British Airways (BA) -- took off from Hounslow Heath, not far from what's now Heathrow Airport, the British aviation hub where some 80 million passengers took to the skies in 2018. Clearly

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Travel plans are often motivated by food, whether you’re craving a particular nation’s cuisine or coinciding your trip with a restaurant opening. Restaurants are a particular draw when globally prominent chefs are involved, so it’s no wonder collaborative chef dinners by some of the greatest talent on the scene garner such widespread attention. From Bangkok to Hanoi and an island in the Indian

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Just because you can’t afford an overwater bungalow or a Maldives hotel with private butler service, doesn’t mean you can’t take a beach vacation. Once you’ve paid for flights and lodging, beach vacations are surprisingly simple. Head to the beach with a case of beer and sandwich fixings and you’ve got lunch and the day’s entertainment. It sounds simple and affordable — but many Americans

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This morning I sat down at my laptop and set about booking flights for a holiday in late September. And - no surprises here - it was a satisfyingly painless experience. All I had to do was choose a destination, airline, and departure date and I was good to go. It’s hard to see how life could get any easier for the 21st-century traveler, particularly as hotels, hire cars, airport parking, boarding passes and

Indian opposition leaders refused entry to Kashmir

A group of Indian opposition party leaders who had traveled from New Delhi to Indian-controlled Kashmir on Saturday were refused entry into the regional capital on Saturday. The delegation of opposition leaders, led by the Indian National Congress' Rahul Gandhi, said they were flying to the territory's capital to "assess the ground situation," as an "attempt to review the reality in the region after

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Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman hopes to see tourism contribute 10% of Saudi Arabia’s gross domestic product by 2030 — up from 2% currently. Six Flags is the first major international theme park operator to sign up for Saudi Arabia’s Qiddiya project, an “entertainment super-city” under construction 40 kilometers (25 miles) outside Riyadh. Next month, Saudi Arabia will introduce a new

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A stroll through Lisbon’s hilly streets immediately reveals why the capital has recently become a social media darling: It offers a delicious visual feast that does very well on Instagram. Colorful azulejo tiles that decorate most walls as well as the stone mosaic pavements, known in Portuguese as Calçada Portuguesa (both distinctly embedded in the country’s cultural heritage), have captivated

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Coral reefs contain the most diverse ecosystems on the planet, and are full of life, beauty, and nutrients for our oceans. They protect coastlines from the damaging effects of storms and waves, and are essential to ocean life. Unfortunately, thanks to pollution, climate change, overfishing, and poisoning, reefs are dying at alarming rates, suffering irreplaceable damage and often times, dying

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On a deserted beach in Northern California, I mistook a sea lion for driftwood. The Lost Coast is deceiving that way. Wild things appear tame and tame things, like the paved road my family and I took to get here, wild. In June, seeking immersion in nature, we visited the Lost Coast, the largely roadless shore between the indiscernibly tiny town of Rockport and the Victorian charmer Ferndale

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The yellow postal bus lurches up the narrow, dead-end road that winds through Valle Onsernone, blasting its horn in warning as it rounds one cliff-hugging hairpin turn after another. Just a flimsy-looking guardrail separates us from the yawning ravine below. Heart somewhere in my throat, I wonder how many previous buses have tumbled over it into the churning Isorno River. For the record, the

How do the royals travel?

Prince William and Kate's cheap hop on Flybe from Norwich to Aberdeen was compared unfavourably by critics to Prince Harry and Meghan's trips by private jet. But who decides how the Royal Family travels? And how much do they spend getting about? While the costs of official royal trips are published online in annual reports, the amount the royals spend on unofficial travel is not. Spending on

We Finally Have More Details on That Star Wars Hotel That's Not Really a Hotel at All

For two years fans have been wondering what a Star Wars hotel would be like. Well, it turns out, it’s not a hotel at all. Earlier this week, we reported that this immersive experience will be called Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser. And Sunday in the Disney Parks panel at the D23 Expo, we learned much more about how the whole thing will work. Yes, you sleep there, but it’s a two day vacation within

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Over the years here at Forbes I have written a lot about African wildlife safaris and I why I think this category of trips sits atop the entire Bucket List for just about every kind of traveler of every taste. You can read my most recent rationale for why if you have not been on safari, or don’t think you would like a safari, you are badly mistaken. In the course of my work for various magazines, newspapers and websites, including Forbes, I have had the privilege of visiting Africa many times, and I’ve had the pleasure of staying

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Disney's new cruise ship will be named Disney Wish, the cruise line revealed Sunday at the D23 Expo. Wish's stern will feature beloved Disney character Rapunzel, whom Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Bob Chapek describes as "spirited, smart, curious and above all, adventurous," embodying the "wish and desire to see and experience the world." Disney's four existing

Carnival Cruise Line Offering Cruises to Europe on 3 Ships in 2020

While Carnival Cruise Line’s primary focus is in the Caribbean and Bahamas, here are the cruise ships and itineraries that Carnival will be offering in Europe next year. Carnival Cruise Line is planning a massive makeover on Carnival Victory that is so huge, the cruise line is renaming the ship Carnival Radiance. Once the $200 million transformation is complete, the ship will sail a handful of cruises in

Eugene Bullard

Eugene Bullard joined the French Foreign Legion upon the outbreak of World War I. A native of Georgia, he traveled back to the United States to enlist and fight for his country when the U.S. joined the war. Though he passed his physical, the government denied him a commission as a pilot because of his race

US travel to Canada highest since 2007

Some 12.3 million US residents headed to Canada in the first half of 2019, the highest first-half record since 2007, according to Statistics Canada. CTV News in Canada first reported these findings. Canada, the vast North American country known for a bevy of cool offerings, including poutine, polar bears and Northern Lights, is welcoming US visitors this year at a near-record rate. For many US

Canadian Consulate Suspends Travel for Hong Kong Staff

The Canadian Consulate in Hong Kong said Friday it has suspended official travel for local staff, following the detention of a U.K. Consulate employee during a trip to mainland China. A spokesperson for the Canadian mission confirmed the new measure in an email to TIME, but did not elaborate on its reasons or the scope of travel restrictions. “At present, locally-engaged staff will not undertake

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Right now, a vacation in Costa Rica could sound more nerve-wracking than relaxing: More than 20 people have died since June, and authorities are linking their deaths to tainted alcohol. As of Aug. 5, 25 people had died out of 59 hospitalized, likely as a result of their consumption of alcohol with toxic levels of methanol, according to Costa Rica's health ministry. The situation isn't unprecedented. This

Private Jet Travel Is Greener Than You Think

Much like before and after the World Economic Forum, it was hard to avoid blaring headlines in recent weeks calling out the alleged hypocrisy of billionaires, CEOs, celebrities and environmentalists. As you may recall, they descended on Sicily in their private jets for the seventh annual “summer camp” hosted by Google, this year with a focus on sustainability. Then as I was writing this, OMG, the Duke

A Record Number of Passengers Are Expected to Travel by Plane This Labor Day Weekend

A record 17.5 million passengers are expected to travel on U.S.-based airlines this Labor Day Weekend, celebrating the unofficial end of summer with a trip to destinations all over the world, according to a report released by trade group Airlines for America. This comes despite some airlines experiencing scheduling difficulties with the continued grounding of Boeing’s 737 MAX. Airlines are expected to

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Before barefoot security lines at the airport, and before internet marketers tried to lure consumers with low-ball deals, travel had a sense of romance, almost an elegance that made an upcoming trip a pleasure from start to finish. So it still is with long-distance trains. Like the typewriters of the travel world, they are our clickety-clack time machines to the past. Patt Morrison and Rosemary McClure took

Black Travel Vibes: An African Safari Is The Girls' Trip You Didn't Know You Needed

Going global with your girls is a vibe like no other, but most of us tend to stick to beaches and big cities when we country hop with our squads. There’s so much more to girls’ getaways than lounging on the beach or partying until sunrise. It’s time to kick things up a notch. Safari escapes are the perfect way to get out of your comfort zone and bond with your crew. From glamping under the stars to

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Forestry England’s Big Forest Find is the country’s largest survey of forest wildlife. Volunteers can download the free iNaturalist app, then use it to take and upload photographs of animals and plants in their local forest, identifying the species they find. This can be anything from lichen and other fungi to birds, butterflies and mammals. These observations are verified by experts and added to

Hi-Lo Hotel

This Millennial-friendly hotel aims to capture the best of both 'high' and 'low' culture, with a low-key vibe but high standards. Design is trendy but not faddy, and feels minimalist and calming. Swing by Mexican restaurant Alto Bajo on the ground floor for a mean margarita. In Downtown, just a few blocks south of the cool Pearl District. Portland's restaurant scene is easily accessible from here on

What To Know About Traveling During This Upcoming Hurricane Season

If you’re thinking about booking a trip for this fall to the Caribbean or American South, then you need to take into consideration that you’ll be traveling during hurricane season. While this might not impact you in any way whatsoever, if it does, things can get hairy. Here’s everything you need to know about traveling during hurricane season. Hurricane season is technically considered June through

South Beach Hotel Offers Aerial Photography Lessons With Famous Photographer

The one thing you never regret doing on vacation is taking pictures. It's great when you return home and are missing that relaxing getaway to take a peek at those pics to transport you back. But what if you could take a holiday photo that was worthy of being displayed in a gallery? Well, that's exactly what one Florida hotel is helping guests achieve. The Gates Hotel South Beach just launched

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Travelers on cruise tours in Alaska are running into natural events that have been affecting some of the transportation routes and excursions at inland lodges. Fires throughout the state are burning in areas close to tourist attractions, including the Kenai Peninsula and the city of Talkeetna. At the same time, rain in the Denali area has caused rock slides that resulted in the partial closure of the rail

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There's not too much that could improve upon a luxury cruise through the Galapagos Islands, with the exception of glamping on the top deck of the ship under the stars. On board the Celebrity Flora, four guests each night can do just that. The reservations include two cabanas, one with a double bed for sleeping, and the other for an alfresco meal. To help guests fully appreciate the breathtaking views

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Lebanese are understandably proud of their land. In less than two hours in this strikingly small country, half the size of Vermont, you can go from the Mediterranean Sea to the cedar forests in the Shouf Biosphere Reserve or the snow-capped peaks of Mount Lebanon. Locals gush over their country’s cultural marvels, from its deep culinary traditions to the surprisingly varied topography. But if there is

The Founding of the Red Cross

In 1864, the Swiss government invited the governments of Europe and the United States to a diplomatic conference in Geneva. On August 22, 1864, that group of nations adopted the first Geneva Convention "for the Amelioration of the Condition of the Wounded in Armies in the Field". Among the adopted articles

How Will Airports Keep Up With Travel Demand?

More than 2.7 million travelers on 44,000 flights travel across the United States each day – a figure that has increased every year since 2008. According to S&P Global Ratings, nearly 45 percent of all Americans took a commercial flight in 2018 and 42 percent of U.S. citizens now own a passport, compared with just 15 percent in 1997. Demand shows no signs of stopping, with this summer expected

Why travel makes you a better person

Have you always doubted the science of travel, of the innumerable articles glamourizing travel? As a full-time traveller and one who travels for a living (by choice), I have experienced the full effects that travel has on our physical and mental health and well-being. Here are some of the life lessons I have learned from a life of travel, and why I am convinced that travel makes you a better person

12 Etiquette Rules You Must Follow When Traveling with Friends

Traveling with friends can be an absolutely amazing experience where you make lifelong memories—or it could end up testing the boundaries of your friendship. Whether it’s a bachelor(ette) party, a one-on-one trip with a BFF, or a celebration of a birthday on a year that ends in zero, there’s plenty to consider when hitting the road with pals. Though most people’s idea of fun vacation planning doesn’t

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Wandering the Saturday market in the tiny hill town of Barga, you would be forgiven for thinking you had time-traveled to the Tuscany of 30 years ago. Shawl-clad grandmothers gesticulate wildly over pungent wheels of cheese. Spiky heads of romanesco and palm-sized porcini mushrooms spill from crates. And everywhere floats the aroma of chestnuts milled into the area's characteristic pasta flour

Great parks and green spaces in the UK

Skirting the southern edge of Manchester, Turn Moss and Chorlton water meadows offer a huge swathe of countryside just five miles from the city centre. Bisected by the River Mersey, they are home to at least 67 species of birds, and the rare Daubenton’s bat. During the second world war, mock housing and factory buildings were built of plywood on Turn Moss as decoys to distract German bombers

Southwest Will Cut Nearly 20 Direct Routes by January

On Thursday, Southwest Airlines announced it will do away with nearly 20 non-stop routes around the nation by January. The move, the airline said, is simply in response to route supply and demand. “We are always evaluating our service patterns and performance to ensure that we are offering the right number of seats for the community based on demand from travelers,” Southwest spokesman Dan

The Simple Thing I Do to Be a Better LGBTQ+ Ally While Traveling

As a traveler in a same-sex couple, a bed and breakfast is never my first choice. Clarifying that my wife and I would like to share a bed—yes, one bed—is awkward enough in the lobby of a hotel, let alone in the living room of a stranger. But when we booked a last-minute anniversary trip to [Orcas Island, Washington], this July, there was only one vacancy left in town—at Otters Pond B&B, owned

How Germany became the country of cars

At the edge of the Black Forest in south-western Germany, Edgar Meyer turned onto a medieval road barely the width of an ATV. Vines curled overhead and drooped down over discreet garden gates, while birdsong and the hum of Meyer’s vintage BMW were the only sounds. We were driving through the busy town of Dossenheim, yet we were completely alone on this peaceful little lane. Technically

Why This Cruise Ship Is 'Home' To Many

Royal Caribbean's Grandeur of the Seas isn't the newest or biggest ship, but it has a fiercely loyal following. The ship's 23rd birthday is approaching this December, and it shows: it has none of the newest tech or the latest shows onboard, and even the photo gallery presents your images as physical prints as opposed to letting you browse a digital display. So why do people return to the famous "Lady

Royal Caribbean to overhaul Freedom of the Seas

Royal Caribbean is bringing what was once the world’s largest cruise ship up to speed with a $116 million overhaul with plans to keep it sailing the Southern Caribbean from Puerto Rico. Freedom of the Seas was once the Guinness World Record holder before the wave of Oasis-class ships, but it’s still a massive offering at 154,407 gross tons. The ship that debuted in 2006, and had its last major overhaul

7 Amazing Hotel Programs Helping Shelter Dogs

Hotels across North America and the Caribbean are helping shelter dogs find forever homes with their unique programs. From walking adoptable dogs to fundraising for local rescues, there are a number of ways you can make a difference in the lives of homeless pets while on vacation. Some hotels even have canine ambassadors and fosters to greet visitors, providing much-needed visibility for dogs in

Maison de la Luz Hotel

This bold boutique property from the Ace Hotel brand brings a striking level of aesthetic innovation to the New Orleans’ hotel scene, with delightfully surprising and memorable design details. By turns whimsical and daring, but always intriguing, there’s nothing quite like this hotel in the city. The hotel neighbours its sister property, The Ace Hotel New Orleans, on a relatively quite stretch ion the

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The world's most northerly capital city – lit by the midnight sun in summer or winter's magical Northern Lights – is a highlight of many a North Atlantic cruise. Though architecturally underwhelming, its waterfront setting and mountain vistas imbue the city with charm, while just inland lie epic landscapes shaped by volcanoes and glaciers. Though central Old Harbour can accommodate smaller ships

The Theft of the Mona Lisa

On August 21, 1911 a patron of the Louvre Museum in Paris walked into the Salon Carré where Leonardo Da Vinci's Mona Lisa was on display for all to see. On this day, however, the famous painting was not on the wall where it had hung for the past five years. A search of the museum turned over no clues - the painting had

The New Nomads Are Here—Here's How They Travel

In 2020, 2 billion people will travel to islands, deserts, jungles, glaciers, and volcanoes at the far corners of our planet. A few may even see its fragile beauty from space. Our earth is still a wonder, all the more so now that the clock ticks on its preservation. But the way we—the nomads born of a peripatetic generation—journey upon it is ever evolving. The digital age, globalization, immigration, and technology have

Record 17.5 million passengers expected to travel on US airlines over Labor Day

The top group for U.S. airlines predicts that a record 17.5 million passengers will travel on U.S. airlines globally over the upcoming Labor Day travel period. That total represents 4 percent more people from 2018 during the same travel period, according to Airlines for America, and comes as airlines continue to cope with the grounding of Boeing’s 737 Max planes. “We do expect this to be an all-time high,” Airlines for

These Are the World's Best Restaurants: Asia, Australia, and Europe

For the first time ever, Travel + Leisure and Food & Wine have partnered on an ambitious and exciting new platform — curated by one anonymous critic, who journeyed around the world to discover the best restaurants that travelers must visit right now. As much about the destinations as it is about the food, this list aims to reflect the most vibrant aspects of each location it represents, capturing dining

Florida among the least friendly states in America, travel website reports

Florida is among the least friendly states in America, a travel website reported. Big 7 Travel ranked Florida as the 42nd most friendly state in America in 2019. They said that "Florida has its work cut out for it. Cities such as Orlando and its tourist-friendly initiatives are helping the state big time, but overall its reputation has some catching up to do." New York was ranked last, with the website stating that the "locals

Why It's Time To Return to Puerto Rico

If there is one overarching effect of hurricanes Irma and Maria, which devastated Puerto Rico in 2017, it is that Puerto Ricans are different now. “We’ve changed since the hurricanes,” my friend, a photographer who lives in San Juan, told me. “We’re not putting up with any b.s. any longer.” After months without electricity, the loss of 3,000 lives, the continuing sting of $90 billion in damage, government negligence and

Venice fines architect $86K for tourist-unfriendly bridge

Venice has spent the last few years trying to curb the overtourism that has plagued it. But now Italy's famed city of canals has taken action against a bridge that isn't capable of handling the tourists they already have. Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava has been fined €78,000 ($86,000) for what the city deemed design flaws on the Constitution Bridge that spans the Grand Canal. The decision was handed down on

Star Wars Land in Orlando: Details about Galaxy's Edge at Disney's Hollywood Studios

The time Star Wars fans has been waiting for is upon us. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge officially opens Aug. 29 at Walt Disney World’s Hollywood Studios in Orlando. If you’re planning to visit Batuu, the fictional planet depicted in Galaxy’s Edge, here are some tips to help get the most out of your visit. May the Force be with you! Book a room at a Disney resort and get more time exploring the galaxy far far away. Everyday

Beginning today, you won't be able to buy plastic bottles of water at San Francisco International Airport

Air travelers to and from the City by the Bay will now experience water in new ways. Starting Tuesday, those wishing to hydrate at San Francisco International Airport will have to drink from a water fountain, bring their own reusable bottle or prepare to buy an airport-approved glass or aluminum water bottle. The airport is adding plastic water bottles to its list of restricted food service items as part of an effort to

Black Travel Vibes: Get Into The Sky High Views Of Singapore

Secret gardens, multicultural cuisine, and futuristic vibes are only some of the reasons why Singapore has long been a hotspot amongst Black travelers. Though the island city-state off southern Malaysia isn’t as backpacker friendly as some of its popular cousins like Thailand and Vietnam, its Crazy Rich Asians vibes keep people coming back for more. The biggest draw of Singapore? The chance to take in sky-high views

10 of the UK’s best open-top bus rides

The Purbeck Breezers have great year-round open-top routes. Breezer 50 came third last year in a UK poll of scenic bus routes (beaten only by routes through the North York Moors and Scottish Highlands). Usually, the 50’s USP is crossing over to sandy Studland Bay on the chain ferry but this summer the ferry is out of action so the bus has to go the long way round. It follows a similar route to the Breezer 40 – through

Is the Rise of Micro-cations Among Working Millennials Changing the Way Companies Value Vacation Time?

This new era requires new ways to work, think and live and Millennials are opting to take more, but shorter, vacations then previous generations. A "micro-cation" is defined as a leisure trip that is less than five nights. The majority (57 percent) of Americans did not take a leisure trip longer than four nights in the last year, with Millennials leading this "micro-cation" trend, according to the 2019 Vacation

Yikes! 15-inch-long snake left behind at TSA checkpoint at New Jersey airport

Your belt? Understandable. Your wallet? It stinks, but it happens. But your pet snake? That may be a new one. The Transportation Security Administration says it appears a traveler forgot their ring-neck snake at a checkpoint at Newark Liberty International Airport on Monday night, reports the Asbury Park Press, which is a part of the USA TODAY Network. The 15-inch-long reptile was spotted by a young girl, who the TSA

The Gabriel Miami

The Gabriel’s downtown location is prime for cultural travellers, placing them directly across the street from Museum Park, which is home to the Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) and Frost Science, and within a few short blocks to the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts and the American Airlines Arena. The neighbourhood is quickly gaining steam as an up-and-coming destination for dining and nightlife, with

Carnival Cruise Line honors men who saved wheelchair-bound passenger who rolled off dock in St. Thomas

The Carnival Cruise Line has joined with government officials of the U.S Virgin Islands in honoring the two brave men who saved a wheelchair-bound girl from drowning last Monday morning. Carnival recently hosted a ceremony for Randolph Donovan and Kashief Hamilton, who were working at the West Indian Company Dock in St. Thomas when they observed the girl, who was not identified, roll off the edge

Cruise Down the Danube on This Eight-day Trip With a VIP Stop at Oktoberfest

Oktoberfest, the world’s largest beer festival, draws 6 million people from all over the world — and everyone’s there to do one thing: drink. As you’d imagine, things can get a little crazy. This is only half the appeal of U River Cruises Oktoberfest experience, which promises the calm and quiet of your home on the water when Munich’s festivities get to be too much. Aboard U River Cruises’ The Danube Flow itinerary

Collette Launches Journey Through Egypt and Jordan Tour

Pawtucket, RI (August 20, 2019) – Collette, global tour operator, launches their Journey Through Egypt and Jordan tour. Guests will visit the famous Pyramids of Giza and the stoic Sphinx and then unwind on a 3-night cruise on the Nile. They will take in Petra, the “Rose Red City” that appears as if it emerged straight from the

CCRA Travel Commerce Network Introduces a New Benefits Program, Available Exclusively to TRUE Network Members

FORT WORTH, TEXAS – August 19, 2019 – CCRA Travel Commerce Network today announced a brand new benefits program, available exclusively to TRUE Network members, provided by National Insurance Specialists: The Voluntary Benefits Program! “CCRA is always looking for valuable benefits

South African Airways Appoints A New Director Of Sales Development For the U.S. Northeast Region

Fort Lauderdale, FL (August 19, 2019) – South African Airways (SAA), the national flag carrier of South Africa announces the appointment of Ms. Danielle Manegio as Director, Sales Development for the Northeast Region of the United States, effective August 19, 2019. She will be based in New York

The Assassination of Leon Trotsky

Leon Trotsky was a Russian revolutionary and Marxist theorist, and one of the key leaders of the Russian October Revolution. In the Communist Party, Trotsky was second in stature only to Lenin. His opposition to the rise of Joseph Stalin, however, earned him powerful enemies. Trotsky was cast out of

How I Travel With My Invisible Disability

Traveling with a disability can be a nightmare—wheelchairs are routinely damaged in transit, for starters, and passengers can often be stranded after landing when airport staff due to collect them never appear. Traveling with invisible disabilities, however, has a separate set of issues. Whether you have chronic pain or MS, cognitive or hearing difficulties, arthritis or are simply post-surgery

What You Need to Know Right Now Before You Travel to Hong Kong

Months of protests in Hong Kong have made traveling to the city a potentially dicey proposition for visitors. Since June, repeated demonstrations have filled its streets, including marches estimated at a million or more people and a sit-in that shut down the airport. They were initially triggered by an extradition bill and later expanded to include demands for more democracy and the

Disneyland honors woman's free admission ticket from 1985

A lot of things have changed at Disneyland since 1985. For starters, Captain Jack Sparrow is now the star of the Pirates of the Caribbean ride, and you can buy and drink alcohol inside Oga's Cantina. But one thing hasn't changed: Canadian woman Tamia Richardson's love for Disney. In August 2019, the park honored visitor Richardson's free entry pass from 1985. Although decades

10 best places to visit in Belgrade

Known as the White Phoenix because it's been destroyed and rebuilt so many times, Belgrade is a city that's always evolving. The Serbian capital is constantly bringing new life to old neighborhoods, rivaling Hungary's Budapest when it comes to turning derelict outdoor spaces into agreeably shabby-chic bars. Fueled by a desire to live outdoors as much as possible, café culture is taken very

How to Plan In Case Things Go Wrong

Ten days into what would have been two months in South America, I broke my leg in two places. I was deep in Chile, a country whose language I didn’t speak, and I’d just booked flights to Brazil and Easter Island. I could have panicked. Instead, I was just disappointed. After years of extended traveling, I had a system in place to handle emergencies. I was in a staggering amount of

How Small Hotel Brands Are Making A Big Mark In Luxury Travel

At the recent Virtuoso Travel Week in Las Vegas, the network’s over 20,000 travel advisors who last year sold more than $26 billion in luxury travel, voted Montage’s resort in Los Cabos as the best new hotel. Last year, its Sagamore Pendry Baltimore was voted by the readers of Conde Nast Traveler as the best hotel in the United States.

Giant hand statue touches down in Wellington, creeping out residents

Is it a face with a hand or a hand with a face? Residents of Wellington, New Zealand, may have been unnerved to see the latest addition to their cityscape, as a massive hand was installed on the roof of the City Gallery Wellington, overlooking the capital's Civic Square, on Monday. Created by New Zealand-born artist Ronnie van Hout, the sculpture, named "Quasi," is described by the

25 People Have Now Died From Tainted Alcohol in Costa Rica

Costa Rica is facing a serious tourism crisis. According to a statement by the country’s Ministry of Health, 59 people have been hospitalized and 25 of those victims have died of tainted alcohol poisoning since early June. As the statement noted, the victims included 19 men and six women between the ages of 32 and 72. Seven of the deaths occurred in San José, one in Alajuela, two in

This Overlooked Region Has Some of the Loveliest Hikes in New England

The gentle hills of Greater Boston aren’t exactly known for their heart-pumping hiking trails. The same goes for the sloping dunes of Cape Cod — you’d be hard-pressed to find gaggles of L.L. Bean-clad hikers trekking out to sandbars in Eastern Massachusetts the way some groups scale the mountains of Western Mass. And that’s exactly why it’s so wondrous to go hiking there. I know this

Cruise line scrambles to reschedule passengers after Russia denies access to Arctic waters at 'last minute'

A cruise ship won’t be making its scheduled trip through arctic waters near Russia. A Norwegian cruise line was denied entry to Russian waters above the Arctic Circle just two weeks before they were set to sail, leaving the company scrambling to contact guests who had already purchased tickets. According to Forbes, Norwegian cruise company Hurtigruten had already sold tickets to

Hurtigruten to Transform Three Cruise Ships with New Name, Hybrid Power and More

Hurtigruten is expanding its hybrid-powered fleet by adding green technology to MS Trollfjord, MS Finnmarken and MS Midnatsol as part of a major renovation project, set to be completed in 2021. The three ships will be renamed as part of the transformation; MS Trollfjord will become MS Maud, MS Finnmarken renamed MS Otto Sverdrup and MS Midnatsol renamed MS Eirik Raude. The

‘Like a town getting the Super Bowl’: Hotel rooms are already being booked in Dyersville, Iowa, for the 2020 ‘Field of Dreams’ game

Terry Drees received an alert on his phone. Major League Baseball had just announced the White Sox and Yankees would be playing a game in 2020 in Dyersville, Iowa, where Drees is the general manager of the Comfort Inn. “The press release, it came up on my phone and within 10 minutes is when everything started blowing up on the internet,” Drees said in a phone interview. “Ten

Salem Witch Trials

On August 19, 1692, five people, one woman and four men, were executed by hanging for the crime of witchcraft in Salem, Massachussetts. The five, Susannah Martin, George Burroughs, John Willard, George Jacobes, and John Proctor were caught up in the hysteria caused by a strange affliction of

Perillo Tours Debuts Spain Itinerary In 2020

WOODCLIFF LAKE, NJ (August 14, 2019) – Perillo Tours, a leader in escorted travel to Italy for 74 years, expands its 2020 travel portfolio with a new 12-day tour program to Spain. “Spain has so much character from the food to the architecture, to the people,” said Steve Perillo, third generation owner

On Canada’s Via Rail, a return to the older — and let’s be honest, better — way of traveling

It was a bucket list trip, but not in the way you might think. The Via Rail train journey across Canada was not about my do-before-dying list but about the Earth’s, about seeing the natural wonders before they’re swallowed up, burned up or chewed up by climate change or humans. Now that that grim part is out of the way, here’s the fun bit: about 3,000 miles, five days and four

The city created by the Chernobyl explosion

There's a clock tower in the middle of the giant central square of Slavutych. Every hour it plays the anthem of the city. The sound comes suddenly, piercing through the silence and emptiness of the surroundings. In the quiet square it's a reminder that this city in northern Ukraine is very much alive -- an important declaration for a place many of whose citizens came perilously close to

Members of Congress from R.I. push for more comfortable airplane seats

Members of Rhode Island’s congressional delegation are calling on the Federal Aviation Administration to make air travel more comfortable by setting a reasonable minimum size and pitch for airplane seats. Three Democrats — Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, and Reps. Jim Langevin, and David Cicilline — are planning a Monday press conference at T.F. Green Airport. They say they picked the

What's it like to live in an over-touristed city?

Global travel and tourism continues to grow at breakneck speed, growing faster than the global GDP and contributing more than $8 trillion to the economy every year. Yet, in some cities seeing a record numbers of visitors, governments and residents alike are starting to question whether this growth of tourism might be too much of a good thing. In order to understand the struggles these

5 Wine Bars Worth Traveling For, According to a Sommelier

“Wine vacations” have been popular for years, and for good reason. If there's one thing that Travel + Leisure editors agree on, it's that wining and dining like a local is one of the easiest ways to deepen your travel experience. “What I love about traveling for wine is getting to experience something that is so deeply connected to a place,” senior editor Lila Battis told me. “You get a full

Saudi Women Get a New Right: Allowing Their Kids to Travel

Saudi mothers will be able to apply for passports for children in their custody and approve travel abroad under new guidelines that represent a further chipping away of exclusive male power in the conservative Islamic kingdom. The changes, detailed on the website of Saudi Arabia’s General Directorate of Passports on Monday, spell out how a major policy change earlier this month -- which allowed women over 21 to leave the country without a male relative’s permission from the end of August -- will work in practice.

Climbing Mt. Everest--Or Not. A Travel Expert's Tips Take You High Or Low

How many tourists of Nepal’s 1.5 million visitors actually go there to climb Mount Everest? Chances are, you’re way over the top, unless you answered…about 1,000. Perhaps another 25,000 go to the lower base camps, but that means more than 95 percent of those heading to Nepal are not climbing mountains. There are going to be even more in the coming months as the country

You Can Feed Adorable Baby Alpacas at This Hotel In Peru

With approximately 3.5 to 4 million alpacas in South America (95% of them living in the south of Peru), you can be sure to see an abundance of the furry creatures on your next trip to Machu Picchu. And Belmond Hotel Rio Sagrado wants to make sure you get to interact with the country's unofficial national animal in the safest way possible. Located in the Sacred Valley, the luxury hotel is

Voyage of discovery to St Helena

Something is circling our boat in the middle of the South Atlantic Ocean. We are off the coast of Flagstaff Bay, sailing in slow motion on glassy-calm water, and a frenzy of dorsals and dual-lobbed fins have appeared as if in pursuit. It’s quite something to see a whale shark the size of a school bus in the water and quite another to see a dozen of them, then put on a snorkel and

King of the castles: a cabin stay on Northumberland's mighty coast

As night fell, a lighthouse beam caught my eye as it flickered across the sea from Amble. I folded away the seaside cabin’s mini-table, switched off the radio and stepped out on to the porch, waiting for my eyes to adjust to a night sky packed with stars. It was spellbinding. The north-east coast, with its castles, characters and legends, has magic everywhere, and miles of long beaches

Turner Classic Movies Cruise Returns in 2020 With Movie Stars, Screenings and More

After selling out in record time in 2019, the Turner Classic Movies (TCM) cruise will return again in 2020 for a six-night sailing on Disney Fantasy, featuring movie screenings, special guest appearances and more. Departing October 4, 2020, the voyage from Port Canaveral will visit Cozumel, Grand Cayman and Castaway Cay, Disney's private island in the Bahamas. TCM's Ben Mankiewicz

How To Baby Proof Your Hotel Room On Vacation

Traveling with children can be fun, but it can also be a bit terrifying. You don't want to be that person on the plane with a screaming baby and schedules pretty much go out the window. But when my son started walking just after his first birthday (his first steps were in a hotel room), I began to fret about all the potentially dangerous things he could get into when we were on the

This Couple Met at Woodstock. 50 Years Later, They Found a Photo of Their First Hours Together

For 50 years, Judy and Jerry Griffin have been telling friends and family the fairy tale story of how they met on the way to Woodstock in 1969 and have been together ever since. The only downside to their meet-cute is that they never had any physical proof that they were at Woodstock together — until two months ago. Judy met Jerry on Aug. 15, 1969 — day one of the iconic

Video shows 2 men rescue cruise ship passenger in wheelchair who fell from dock

Two men in the U.S. Virgin Islands are being hailed as heroes after they jumped to save a cruise ship passenger in a wheelchair who fell from a dock into water. Kashief Hamilton and Randolph Donovan raced to action when the girl, rolled off a dock in St. Thomas Monday. In a video of the rescue, posted on social media, the woman is seen gripping a life ring as Hamilton and

Collette Launches Northern Portugal & Spain Tour

Pawtucket, RI (August 8, 2019) – Collette, global tour operator, is thrilled to announce the launch of their Northern Portugal & Spain tour. Guests will feel the essence of Portugal and Spain as you wander through

Sports Illustrated

On this day in 1964, Sports Illustrated published its first issue. The cover featured Milwaukee Braves player Eddie Mathews at bat and New York Giants catcher Wes Westrum in Milwaukee County Stadium. Today, the

Best books about travel to give you wanderlust this summer

Travel can be a state of mind and sometimes it comes in the form of a bundle of pages. But, while sci-fi and thriller keep us alert in the winter, hot weather somehow calls for more laidback reading material. So what could be better than a book that will make you wander around (at least in your head) and maybe book your next destination?

20 Essential Pilgrimages to Inspiring Art Destinations

You’ve roamed the Louvre and the Met. You’ve ogled the Sistine Chapel and the David. You’ve hunted down Gaudí Antonio Gaudi’s extravagant architecture in Barcelona and Klimt’s glittering paintings in Vienna. Perhaps you’ve even braved stifling crowds to see the legendary pyramids of Giza or the lauded Terra Cotta warriors. If you plan your vacations around seeing art

Bumped, canceled and delayed: Airline passengers facing a rocky summer travel season

U.S. airlines have been bumping travelers at three times the rate of a year ago as hundreds of out-of-service planes force passengers to play a game of musical chairs at the airport.

Why You Probably Shouldn't Book a Flight Through a Third-Party Travel Site

Last month, scammers posing as Expedia stole thousands of dollars from travelers hoping to confirm or change their bookings over the phone. But booking flights with the real Expedia—and any other third-party site like Travelocity or Kayak—comes with certain (legal) risks, too.

New Guangzhou Cruise Port Set For November 17 Opening

The new Guangzhou Nansha International Cruise Home Port Opening is set to open on November 17, coinciding with the14th China Cruise Shipping Conference & International Cruise Expo hosted by the China Cruise and Yacht Industry Association. At the same time, the Costa neoRomantica will become the first international cruise ship to sail from the new homeport, according to a statement.

Carnival is first cruise line to receive Blue Angel award

Carnival Corporation & plc., the world’s largest leisure travel company, recently announced that AIDAnova from its popular German brand AIDACruises is the first-ever cruise ship to be awarded the prestigious Blue Angel certification for excellence in environmentally friendly ship design. The newest ship in AIDA’s fleet, AIDAnova, features several innovative approaches to “green cruising,”

Hackers demand ransom after stealing hotel guest records - Was your data compromised?

There's another major data breach to report. This time, the company in the cross-hairs operates several popular hotel chains. Information from hundreds of thousands of guests at various hotels was compromised in the breach. Ominously, there are reports that the information is being held for ransom on the dark web.

Now hiring: Dog critic to review pet-friendly hotels

If you love traveling with man's best friend, your pooch may have the privilege of becoming a renowned hotel reviewer. Hotels.com wants to hire a dog to become a hotel critic. The travel website says the chosen pup will be tasked with reviewing pet-friendly hotels around the globe.

How to discover the real Dubai, beyond the skyscrapers and stereotypes

My stomach turns slightly as I walk on to the glass-bottomed floor at the top of the Dubai Frame. I am standing 500ft up in a giant golden picture frame (this is quite a literal place, and this is one of the city’s hottest attractions) and looking down is equally thrilling and nauseating.

Historic Tours Offer Fascinating Glimpse of Ocean City's Past

Tour guide Duane Sonneborn looked at the 30 people who were riding with him on a trolley and mentioned a name not normally associated with Ocean City’s history as a “dry” town founded by four Methodist ministers in 1879. With a smile, Sonneborn described how the notorious Chicago mob boss had come to Ocean City during Prohibition in the early 1930s for a conference with other gangsters in the “catacombs” of the Flanders Hotel.

Learn Your Destination's Emergency Number Before You Travel

What happens when you dial 911 abroad? Depending on where you are, it’ll either put you in touch with a local emergency response team or remain unanswered, which is the last thing you need in a crisis. Without fear of sounding like an overly protective parent, here’s a good piece of safety advice from Smarter Travel

Canouan: The Caribbean's next luxury hot spot

Landing on Canouan feels a bit like what people describe as "discovering" a place, one of the holy grails of travel. Part of it may be the empty airport that makes you feel you're the first tourist ever to visit the small island in the Caribbean nation of St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Or it could be the expanse of untouched verdant land

Here's how Helsinki wants to make your visit more sustainable

We’re all about sustainability these days, and travellers to Helsinki can participate in a local programme that has been launched in response to citizen concern about climate change. The Think Sustainably online service helps residents and visitors to make informed daily choices, rating the Finnish capital’s restaurants, attractions, shops and accommodation against tailor-made sustainability criteria.

The Cologne Cathedral

On August 15, 1248, the cornerstone of the Cologne Cathedral was laid. Construction was completed in 1880, a period of over 600 years. Originally, the Cathedral was conceived as a home for religious relics of

Traveling to Hong Kong? Here's what you need to know

Over the past 10 weeks, shocking images have emerged from Hong Kong's pro-democracy protests: tear gas has been fired outside shops, protesters and police have clashed in dramatic face-offs, and thousands of demonstrators occupied the city's airport. While millions have come

The Top 10 Popular, Fastest-Growing Upscale Travel Destinations This Fall And Holiday Season

Where you choose to travel varies season to season. For upscale travelers, pleasant weather from September through the festive holidays in December, make for prime-time travel, when crowds are fewer, and cultural activities rev up. So what are the top-10 choice destinations this

Here's How Much It Costs to Travel With Your Pet

It just doesn’t seem right to leave your pet at home while fly off to Hawaii or road trip down to Florida – especially if they’d love the destination as much as you do. And when it costs an average of $50 a day to board your pet, it makes even less sense. But as more and more

Black Travel Vibes: This Couple's Tokyo Trip Was Out Of This World

There are few cities on the planet that combine the past and the future, Tokyo is one of them. Japan’s fast-paced capital is home to ancient shrines, giant buddhas, robot restaurants, and futuristic skyscrapers, all blending together seamlessly throughout the city. Tokyo is a

Do Not Travel Here With Your Dogs

Here’s what you need to know about protecting your dog from dangerous algal blooms. Several dog owners in three different U.S. states have gone from having what should have been idyllic summer outings with their canine companions to experiencing every animal lover’s

The birthplace of modern nature healing

The azure, 144-hectare Lake Bled darted in and out of sight as I followed a narrow track leading up to the top of Mala Osojnica, a steep hill in the Julian Alps in north-west Slovenia. The sun was tucked away under the horizon just beyond the mountains and the outline of a

Sealife encounters around the world: readers’ travel tips

This May, my boyfriend and I took a boat trip to the Farne Islands, off the coast of Northumberland. We were hoping to see some sea birds and I was expecting to see a puffin or two, if we were lucky. But we saw guillemots, Arctic terns, fulmars, shags, razorbills, kittiwakes

Some MacBook Pro Users May Not Be Able to Fly With Their Laptops, FAA Warns

Some MacBook Pro lovers might have to leave their beloved laptop at home for the time being. According to USA Today, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has banned certain recalled MacBook Pro models due to potentially dangerous battery packs. Certain older generation, 15

Visit the World’s Only Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum

In 2013, Milwaukee residents Phil Sklar and Brad Novak realized they had a problem. A 3,000-piece bobblehead collection problem, which was spilling out of their condo's kitchen. It started 10 years prior, when Novak was working for a minor league baseball team in Illinois, the

New Royal Caribbean Itineraries to Feature 2 Calls, Extended Hours on Perfect Day at CocoCay

Royal Caribbean has unveiled a series of new four-night itineraries on Navigator of the Seas and Mariner of the Seas, each featuring two separate days on Perfect Day at CocoCay, Royal Caribbean's upgraded private island experience in the Bahamas. Navigator of the Seas will also

Collette Offers Last Chance Savings for Oberammergau Passion Play

Pawtucket, RI (August 9, 2019) – Collette, global tour operator, offers last chance savings for the once-in-a-decade Oberammergau Passion Play. Guests can save $250 pp* on select tours & July dates using the

Woman suing American Airlines claims flight attendant threatened her, locked dog in bathroom

A Florida woman is suing American Airlines, claiming an airline flight attendant verbally abused her and locked her emotional support dog in an airplane bathroom. Avigail Diveroli was traveling with her husband, her 87-year-old grandfather and her emotional support dog

10 Luxurious New Hotel Residences You Can Book Now

It's an ever-present dilemma: when traveling, do you opt for a hotel room or rent a home? There are pros and cons to each: Is it privacy you crave? 24-hour room service? Your own kitchen? A private pool? Thanks to competition from the luxury vacation rental market

Take a tour of Taco Bell's epic hotel in Palm Springs

Taco Bell opened it's very own hotel this summer complete with poolside tacos and hot sauce packet pillows. While it was only open for a limited time in August, reservations for the hot spot sold out in a mere 2 minutes back in June—so you know it was epic. The Bell

Man plunges overboard from Symphony of the Seas cruise ship, body recovered by rescue boat

A rescue boat was dispatched to try to save an Australian man after he fell overboard during a cruise operated by Royal Caribbean. The man fell from the Symphony of the Seas while it was sailing between St. Kitts to St Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands between 3 a.m and 5 a.m on

Inspectors give Carnival Cruise Line one of its worst sanitation grades ever

The Carnival Cruise Line ship “Fantasy” has earned one of the company’s worst sanitation inspection reports ever, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Inspectors with the agency who examined the 855-foot ship last month detailed dozens of

The Cologne Cathedral

On August 15, 1248, the cornerstone of the Cologne Cathedral was laid. Construction was completed in in 1880, a period of over 600 years. Originally, the Cathedral was conceived as a home for religious relics of

Ten Airlines That Are Changing The Game In Business Travel

Here I take a look at 10 airlines that have delivered business class seats worthy of competing with many other airlines’ first class offerings, compiled from my experiences flying around the world over the last 10 years. Airline awards are not just about the hard product offering (the

Jamaica extends 'state of emergency' travel warning in popular tourist destinations

Canadians planning to visit Jamaica this year may want to rethink their travel plans as the country’s government has extended its “state of emergency” advisory until Oct. 28. The warning states that the increase in violent crime in the areas of St. James parish, including

This Is When Travel Insurance Is Worth It—And When It Isn’t

You’re planning a big cruise for next year—or maybe you’re just flying to see relatives for Thanksgiving. When is it worth it to get travel insurance? What does travel insurance cover? You can get two types of travel insurance: basic and comprehensive. “Whenever I book

The Hotel Spas To Travel For This Fall

These new and entirely redesigned spas provide the ideal retreats for a wellness escape this fall, from the wilderness of Cambodia to the Hamptons. This summer the Bensley Collection’s jungle camp Shinta Mani Wild launched its all-natural Khmer Tonics Spa. Here in the wilderness

Is this the most unusual museum in Europe?

The Dalí Theatre-Museum in Spain stands as one of the strangest museums in all of Europe. Salvador Dalí's bizarre self-curated collection is the master statement from the famed surrealist. Best known for his unusual paintings of melting clocks and eccentric lifestyle, Dalí's

Oman's ancient biblical scent

Wisps of frankincense smoke wafted through the bazaar as I plunged through the crowded, labyrinthine passageways of Muscat’s Mutrah Souq. This alluringly musky scent permeates Omani cities and culture, and I was never far from the distinct, earthen aroma floating

From Bowie to Beyoncé: what the stars can teach us about travelling in style

Mia Farrow opted for a kaftan while Marilyn Monroe went for high heels. What can vintage celebrity fashion tell us about cool, comfortable travel? Air travel was nothing if not a photo opportunity for Marilyn Monroe, one of Hollywood’s first jet-setters. A tiny clutch bag suggests

A Restaurant in South Africa Serves Only Insect-based Gourmet Meals

Forget tofu or soy milk. Entrepreneurs out of South Africa have opened a pop-up restaurant dedicated to serving gourmet meals, all made from alternative, insect-based ingredients. The Insect Experience opened in Cape Town last month and has been successfully serving

10 of the UK’s best railway station and cottage stays

Coalport, built in 1861, was never a bustling hub even at the height of the Industrial Revolution. Today, its owners, Lisa and Steve Rawlings, who fell in love with the sleepy, disused station, platforms and waiting room, capitalise on its bucolic location in the heart of

Barcelona on a budget: 10 cool hostels in Catalonia's colourful capital

With the advent of the 'poshtel', dorm-living has never been more glamorous, and is no longer the domain of the gap year backpacker. Barcelona excels at hostels, from the old city party palaces to the more peaceful retreats up in the hills on the outskirts of town. Organised events

Dangerous Heat Wave Expected to Cover Most of the U.S. This Week

If you thought summer was nearly over, think again. On Tuesday, a monstrous heat wave spread over 13 states across much of the southern U.S., including parts of Southern California, Arizona, Texas, Missouri, Tennessee, and Kentucky. Laredo, Texas, set a new record high

Man arrested, accused of trespassing at Phoenix airport, triggering plane emergency slide

Authorities have arrested a man accused of criminal trespassing at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. Phoenix police say 39-year-old Zackaria Mohamud Mudasir also has been booked into jail on suspicion of criminal damage and failure to provide a true and lawful name

Seabourn Cruise Line Introduces Private Jet Charter Service

Seabourn Cruise Line has introduced a new private jet charter service for mid-voyage overland adventures and to transport passengers to and from ports of call. Known as Seabourn Private Air, the new service will be available for bookings beginning August 15. Utilizing a group of

Alfred Hitchcock is born

On August 13, 1899, Sir Alfred Joseph Hitchcock was born. The groundbreaking filmmaker pioneered many innovative film techniques, dominating the thriller genre for most of his career. Even today he

9 unexpected adventures in India

India is immense; not solely in size and spirit, but also in possibilities. If you're traveling here, a visit to the Taj Mahal -- the iconic white marble mausoleum and UNESCO World Heritage site -- is likely on the top of your list. And you're probably familiar with other popular activities such

Slow Travel at Its Best: The Mekong Gypsy in Laos

Taking a boat from Chiang Saen, Thailand, to Luang Prabang, Laos, has always been a backpacker-y thing to do. Traveling slowly is the point, as is being with like-minded strangers. But if you didn’t feel like spending a few days in a floating hostel, then the slow boat down the

Italy on holiday: a day at the beach in the Cilento

Cries of “Cocco bello, cocco fresco” carry intermittently across the beach as a coconut seller slaloms between rows of bronzed Neapolitans outstretched on sunbeds under a collage of coloured umbrellas. I am doing as the locals do in the fishing town of Santa Maria di

Ten great things about travel that have disappeared forever

This isn't pure rose-coloured nostalgia. I don't pine for the old days of travel like someone bemoaning the state of modern music, or modern festivals, or technology, or any of the trappings of contemporary life. I think the travel experience has improved – since I began

Allegiant adds 24 new routes, including a return to Palm Beach, Florida, and Fort Collins, Colorado

Allegiant Air is gearing up for the busy winter travel season with 24 new nonstop routes that will take travelers from smaller cities to popular warm-weather destinations. The Las Vegas-based budget airline's latest expansion includes a return to two cities it previously served: Palm

Children on American Airlines flight not fed, given medication during 13-hour delay, parents claim

Parents in Washington and Oregon are angry at American Airlines, claiming the airline did not notify them of a 13-hour delay on a flight from Charlotte, N.C., to Portland, Ore., that their children were on Friday. Kristie Hoyt, a mother of one of the unaccompanied minors returning

Egypt’s Most-anticipated Museum Opens Next Year — Here’s How to Get Inside Before Anyone Else

Egypt has one of the most impressive treasure troves in the entire world. With civilizations dating back to at least the year 6,000 B.C., there are thousands of years’ worth of artifacts that have been discovered along the banks of the Nile. And at least 20,000 of these artifacts will

Windstar to Add Steven Raichlen Grill Restaurant to Refurbished Cruise Ships

In conjunction with grilling authority Steven Raichlen, Windstar Cruises will introduce a new casual outdoor restaurant on Star Breeze, Star Legend and Star Pride, which will soon undergo major refurbishments. Dubbed "The Star Grill by Steven Raichlen," the new venue is part of

Hong Kong protest disrupts travel. Certain airlines allow flight changes without fees

Don’t want to go to Hong Kong right now because of ongoing protests? Some airlines are allowing travelers to change or cancel their flights without paying penalty fees. American Airlines, British Airways and Cathay Pacific posted online alerts after authorities on Monday

Celebrity Cruises will return to Tampa Bay

Celebrity Cruises it setting sail once again to Tampa Bay. After it completes a modernization in May 2020, Celebrity Cruises' Constellation ship will sail from Tampa for the winter 2020-2021 season. This is the first time the cruise line is returning to Tampa since 2007. “Our guests and

The Best Hotels in Old Montreal

Founded by French settlers in 1642, Vieux-Montréal (Old Montreal), with its cobblestone streets and old port, is the most popular area to stay in the city. As a result, the district has the highest concentration of hotels, ranging from luxury and boutique to budget. Here are the best

The Best Things To Do In Tel Aviv

In Tel Aviv, a brisk walk from the northernmost beaches to the southernmost in Jaffa will only take you about two hours, and there are some of the Med’s finest shores along the way. The city’s hoteliers (both large and small) have recognized this reality, which is why they have

Pensacola Beaches Are Now Accessible to People in Wheelchairs

Good news, Florida beachgoers! The renowned white sand and emerald green water of Pensacola beaches are now accessible to all thanks to the installment of five state-of-the-art wheelchair beach access mats. Mobi-Mats are a non-slip matting laid down over the sand that

The IBM PC Introduced

On August 12, 1981, IBM introduced the IBM 5150. Designed and created by a team of IBM engineers in Boca Raton Florida, the IBM 5150 quickly became known as the IBM Personal Computer, or

South African Airways Further Strengthens Service To Accra, Ghana With Daily Nonstop Flights From The U.S.

Fort Lauderdale, FL (August 8, 2019) - South African Airways (SAA), Africa's most awarded airline, will increase its frequency on nonstop flights between Washington, D.C.-Dulles International Airport and

Nothing to see here: Popular European destinations want fewer tourists

Hotel owner Verena Lobisser says tourists visiting her village, on the edge of a glassy lake tucked into the Austrian Alps, regularly stop her and ask her to pose for pictures. Sepp Krumböck, who runs a boat rental outfit, recalls the morning he realized that a camera

Cuba feels the pinch of the Trump administration's travel restrictions

When a bus packed with Spanish tourists pulled into her restaurant in the picturesque Viñales Valley in mid-July, Rosa Isabel Hernandez Pino was grateful. But she was also worried. That busload represented her last reservation for the summer. Americans aboard

21 Incredible Adults-only Hotels for a Stress-free Getaway

While family vacations offer their own charm, adults-only resorts give you and your loved ones a chance to unwind in privacy. Many adults-only hotels around the world are set in romantic locations ranging from private farms and islands to grand historic mansions

Travel disruption continues after flooding

Heavy rain and flooding is continuing to cause issues with transport across Scotland. Storms on Saturday and Sunday have left many areas waterlogged and made the return to work on Monday morning problematic for many. Flooding at the Winchburgh tunnel

An Inside Look at a Day in the Life of an Emirates Flight Attendant

Dubai-based carrier Emirates Airline has a team of cabin crew made up of more than 20,000 individuals who travel from across the globe to move to the destination and become part of one of the world's top airlines. Crew members receive accommodation in

17 of the most secluded beaches in Greece

It's no secret that Greece boasts some of the most stunning stretches of sand in the world. While many of the Mediterranean country's best-known beaches are often teeming with sunbathers, there are still plenty of gorgeous hideaways for those keen to escape

What happened to Denmark's hippie paradise?

Seen from a boat drifting along Copenhagen's wide canals, the neighborhood of Christiania is a verdant enclave tucked beneath a thick canopy of trees. Half a century after it was founded as a breakaway anarchist commune, it seems to have matured into a

Hong Kong airport closure: Everything you need to know about travelling to the region

As Hong Kong airport is shut down by order of the authorities, the Foreign Office is warning prospective visitors to the city that protests involving significant violence “are likely to continue”. These are the key questions for travellers in Hong Kong at present, or

Peek At This Luxurious Grand Hotel With The World's Longest Porch: Mackinac Island Magic

Take a seductive step back into yesteryear at the posh Grand Hotel, a National Historic Landmark, on picturesque Mackinac Island, affectionately known as America's Summer Place, which is located in Lake Huron, between Michigan’s Upper and Lower Peninsulas

Aranui Expands Cargo Cruises in the South Pacific

Tahitian cargo cruise line Aranui has announced the addition of new itineraries to its 2021 line-up. The new itineraries add 11 destinations including a maiden visit to the Cook Islands, an expanded Pitcairn program and a dedicated Society Islands voyage. Offered

India, Abu Dhabi, the Red Sea and More with CroisiEurope

Earlier this summer, CroisiEurope Cruises announced the acquisition of a new sea-going ship, La Belle des Océans (FYI it was previously the Silver Discoverer). After the ship completes its first rotations this fall between

South African Airways Awarded "Favorite Airline In Africa" By Trazee Travel's Millennial Readers For The Fifth Consecutive Year

Fort Lauderdale, FL (August 7, 2019) - South African Airways (SAA) has been named "Favorite Airline in Africa" for the fifth consecutive year at the annual The Trazees awards. The award was presented to South

The First Mass in the Sistine Chapel

On this date in 1483, the first mass was held in the newly constructed Sistine Chapel. Celebrating the Feast of the Assumption, the ceremony consecrated the chapel, dedicating it to the Virgin Mary. The Sistine

Arrivals At Hong Kong's Airport Get 'Travel Warning' From Protesters

Hundreds of protesters in Hong Kong waved banners and passed out anti-government leaflets to passengers arriving at the city's airport, as they sought to bring international attention to their campaign for greater freedom in the Chinese territory. "Dear travelers,"

What Travelers Need to Know About Venice’s New Cruise Ship Regulations

The Italian government has had it with cruise ships. On Wednesday, officials announced they will start rerouting the massive boats away from the historic center of Venice. In 2017, the government announced plans to limit the number of large cruise ships allowed to pass

Zaha Hadid-designed hotel nears completion in Dubai

Dubai's hotels are among the most luxurious and extravagant in the world. But there's one that's about to set itself apart from all others in the Emirate. The soon-to-be-opened ME by Melia, will be the first and only in the global city to be designed by the late, world-famous

‘Watermelon’ Pink Snow Is Covering the Tops of Yosemite's Mountains

Yosemite National Park is always a glorious place to see. But, this week, visitors were treated to something extra special at the park — pink snow. On Sunday, rangers shared a photo of the magnificent and rare weather event on Facebook. In a post, the rangers said

There's a secret way into Egypt's new museum

When it finally opens, Cairo's Grand Egyptian Museum will be the largest museum dedicated to a single civilization. Standing just two kilometers away from the pyramids of Giza, the monument, which will house some of Egypt's most precious relics, is expected to attract

Booming Travel Is Transforming Asian Airports Into Mini-Cities

On the southern fringe of Beijing, a giant starfish-shaped building is about to transform the city’s economy. The new Beijing Daxing International Airport, which cost 80 billion yuan ($11.3 billion) to build, will be one of the world’s biggest when it opens in September. The

American Airlines Will Start Flying to Morocco, Poland and Tel Aviv Next Summer

On Thursday, American Airlines announced its plans for several new routes in 2020. Those routes, the airline said, will include flights to Poland, Morocco, Tel Aviv, and its first-ever flights to Africa. American Airlines will become the first U.S. airline to offer nonstop service

36 Hours on Outer Cape Cod

Wine-tasting, bird-watching, biking and gallery-hopping: In the Outer Cape towns of Eastham, Wellfleet and Truro, there's plenty to do both in and out of the water

Who needs snow? Family fun and fromage in the French Alps

Squeezed into a rental hatchback, our family of four are climbing up and up into the mountains. We pass fields and farms and small towns. The rock face comes closer and the switchbacks get faster until at last we pull up outside Les Grandes Alpes apartments, and my

What's Open Now in Puerto Rico

In the wake of Hurricane Maria in 2017, many of Puerto Rico's hotels and businesses shuttered—some for good, others for a recovery period before what has become a grand comeback. It's been less than two years since, but Puerto Rico is officially back as a

Virgin Voyages Opens Fall and Winter 2020-21 Cruises for Booking

Virgin Voyages has released the fall/winter 2020-21 sailing schedule for its first ship, Scarlet Lady, set to debut in April 2020. Made up of four- and five-night sailings operating roundtrip from Miami, the new voyage options mean passengers can now book cruises through March

Experience Imperial Russia on Collette’s Latest Tour

Collette’s new ‘Imperial Russia’ tour is now on sale. The new tour allows history and culture aficionados to experience everything Russia has to offer over eight days, in two of the world’s most dynamic cities -Moscow

The Great Train Robbery

On August 8, 1963, a group of 15 men held up a train at Bridego Railway Bridge, Ledburn near Mentmore in Buckinghamshire, England. The robbery did not go well. The robbers were misinformed, ill-equipped

More protests as US raises Hong Kong travel warning amid growing unrest

The United States raises its travel warning for Hong Kong, urging travelers to exercise increased caution in the Chinese territory due to what it termed civil unrest after months of sometimes violent street protests. More protests are planned in several districts across the city

Travel warning: Impostor airline, hotel booking sites scam travelers

Officials are warning summer travelers to be on alert about phony websites appearing as major airlines and hotels. Summer travel can be turbulent with flight delays and last minute cancellations, but experts cautioned that it's also primetime to potentially be taken advantage

A unique underwater memorial honors US military veterans

On the sandy bottom of the Gulf of Mexico, 12 concrete statues stand in a circle to honor the men and women who have served in the US military. The Circle of Heroes Veterans' Memorial opened to the public this week 10 miles off the coast of Clearwater, Florida. Its creators say it's

These Self-driving Cars Are Now Scooting Around Brooklyn

New York City’s first self-driving shuttle service opened to the public on Wednesday, taking passengers on a 1.1-mile loop around Brooklyn. Optimus Ride launched the first autonomous vehicles that will roam around New York City. But don’t expect to see them shuffling tourists

Thousands face travel chaos as Ryanair pilots vote for summer holiday strikes

Thousands face travel chaos as Ryanair pilots plan to stage walkouts during the summer holidays. There will be a two-day strike from just after midnight on 22 August until just before midnight on 23 August, according to the British Airline Pilots Association (BALPA). A second

Sitting on Rome's Spanish Steps Will Now Cost You $450 — and Police Mean It This Time

The Spanish Steps have always provided a welcome — and iconic — resting point for visitors to Rome, but now, taking a moment to sit and kick back on the steps is officially illegal. The new ordinance went into effect on July 8, but the Associated Press reports that it wasn’t until this

A trattoria with a hidden, ancient underworld

“Finally. I’m happy!” proclaimed Luciano Faggiano, his son Andrea translating the Italian words into English for me. It was two days before the 8 June 2019 opening of Quo Vadis, the trattoria he’s been dreaming about in his hometown of Lecce, in Italy’s south-eastern Puglia

Barcelona confirms women can swim topless in city pools

It's OK for women to bathe topless in Barcelona's city-run pools, authorities have confirmed, after complaints that some swimming spots were discriminating against those wanting to bare more. Campaign group Mugrons Lliures filed a complaint about inconsistencies in rules

The New And Reimagined Safari Lodges To Check In To This Fall

Be among the first to seek out mountain gorillas from Singita’s new lodge in Rwanda and stargaze from your suite at andBeyond’s new-look Namibia property. These are just two of the new and reimagined safari lodges to check in to this fall. Now owned by Chichele and Chiawa

'The Love Boat' Captain Gavin MacLeod to Perform Largest Vow Renewal at Sea on Princess Valentine's Day Cruise

In an effort to break the world record for the largest number of vow renewals at sea, Princess Cruises will host a ceremony in February onboard Regal Princess' Valentine's Day sailing. The event will be officiated by Gavin MacLeod, who played Captain Stubing on "The Love Boat,"

Arson has hit three separate Hawaii hotels this week; Honolulu police investigate

Hawaii authorities were investigating three fires that were intentionally set in different high-rise resort hotels near Waikiki Beach over the past few days, officials said Wednesday. A blaze on Monday caused $1.8 million in damage at the 25-story Waikiki Beachcomber by Outrigger. The

Cruise ship crew member appears to wave giant fake hand at couple that missed the boat

Whether it was intentional or not, a cruise ship crew member picked the wrong moment to pull out a giant fake hand and wave goodbye. As two passengers stood helpless on the St. Maarten dock, watching as the ship they were supposed to be on sails away without them, a crew

Meet the Very Good Therapy Dogs Who Flew to El Paso to Comfort Victims and First Responders

The Methodist Healthcare System of San Antonio has sent two of their emergency services facility dogs to El Paso, Texas, to comfort the victims and first responders of the devastating mass shooting that took place on Saturday. Therapy dogs Rudy and Chanel arrived in El Paso

South African Airways Appoints A New Director Of Sales Development For The U.S. Mid-Atlantic Region

Fort Lauderdale, FL (August 05, 2019) - South African Airways (SAA), the national flag carrier of South Africa announces the appointment of Mr. Frank Fitzpatrick as Director, Sales Development for the Mid-Atlantic

Celebrate the Holidays with American Cruise Lines

GUILFORD, CT—August 6, 2019— American Cruise Lines announces its full line-up of Holiday themed cruises for the upcoming 2019 season. Whether you are celebrating Thanksgiving, Christmas, the New Year or

The Purple Heart

On August 7, 1782, General George Washington issued orders to the Continental Army creating the Badge of Military Merit, later better known as "The Purple Heart". Designed by Washington himself, the

Uruguay, Venezuela Issue Travel Warnings Against the U.S

Uruguay issued a warning to its citizens early this week about traveling to the U.S. after two mass shootings killed more than 30 people. The Latin American country also cited three cities citizens should avoid: Albuquerque, Detroit and Baltimore. Uruguay’s Foreign Ministry said in

Rwanda, Congo restrict unnecessary border travel amid Ebola

Rwanda and Congo are discouraging travel across their border to prevent further spread of the highly contagious Ebola virus. Travel restrictions are part of measures taken by Rwandan and Congolese health officials who met in Rwanda. People traveling across the border for

Black Travel Vibes: There's Nothing Quite Like Summer In New York City

Lengthy vacays to distant destinations across the pond and beyond tend to get tons of shine, but constantly looking to the other side of the world for your next great adventure can cause you to miss what’s in your own backyard. The Big Apple might not be the luxurious beachside

UK travel chaos: British Airways cancel 127 flights while fires on the railways hamper London commuters

British Airways has cancelled 91 flights due to an IT glitch, while fires near railway lines have caused major disruption for London commuters. It is believed that 117 flights due to operate to or from Heathrow had been cancelled, while 10 Gatwick flights were also affected. More

World's most beautiful castles

What is it about castles that fascinates so many people around the globe? A lot of the allure derives from the history and human drama that played out within the walls, as well as the astonishing architecture that features on so many castles. But they're also romantic and

Spain road trip: Granada to Almería

Granada is dominated by its mighty Moorish fortress, the Alhambra. Book ahead and visit early, at its least-crowded, and then spend the afternoon meandering the narrow streets and plazas of the old town – the Albaicín. Stay in this area at the 16th-century Santa Isabel La

‘The plane is too heavy’ – and readers' other budget airline disasters

Booking a cheap flight can seem a good idea. But reality brings surprises. Such as one easyJet customer’s tweet claiming to show a woman on a flight from London to Geneva sitting on a row of seats without backs. EasyJet pointed out that no one had actually sat in

San Francisco Airport Becomes the First to Ban Single-use Plastic Water Bottles

You might want to invest in that fancy, reusable water bottle if you’re planning to travel through San Francisco soon. According to the San Francisco Chronicle, the San Francisco International Airport will become the first airport in the U.S. to ban plastic, single-use water

Le Sereno Hotel, Villas And Spa: A St. Barths Legend Is Back

You’d think it might be hard to stand out on an island that is essentially the glitzy Riviera of the Caribbean. On St Barths, however, Le Sereno Hotel, Villas & Spa in its own understated way does just that. Or, should we say the new Le Sereno to be exact? A mere ten-square

New Scenic Eclipse: Expedition Cruising In The Lap of Luxury

When the six-star Scenic Eclipse sets sail on its 13-day inaugural voyage from Reykjavik, Iceland to Quebec, Canada on August 15th, 2019, the launch promises to set a new standard for cruisers seeking a mix of luxury and adventure on the high seas. The ship has been aptly

Man Successfully Rides Hoverboard 22 Miles From France to England

Over the weekend, a French man became the first in the world to cross the English Channel via hoverboard. Inventor Franky Zapata rode his own hoverboard about 22 miles from nearby Calais, France to Dover, England. He stopped halfway through to refuel on a boat

The First All-inclusive Resort in the Florida Keys Is Nearly Ready to Reopen Following Massive Fire

Last December, the Florida Keys welcomed its first-ever all-inclusive resort, Bungalows Key Largo. The adults-only spot came with plenty of fanfare and excitement. Sadly, just a few short months after its opening, Bungalows Key Largo suffered a massive fire that nearly

Norwegian Cruise Line to Add West End Musical "SIX" to 3 Ships

Adding to the already impressive selection of acclaimed musicals featured on its ships, Norwegian Cruise Line will bring West End musical "SIX" to Norwegian Breakaway, Norwegian Getaway and Norwegian Bliss beginning in September. The production, a British

Awkwafina On Filming 'The Farewell' in China and Calling Queens Home

Awkwafina is on a roll. In the last year, the Queens-hailing YouTube rapper, born Nora Lum, has become a breakout actress, picking up major roles in blockbusters like Ocean's 8 and Crazy Rich Asians. Her latest project strikes even more of a personal chord. She plays

Response to Digital Credentials Validation Tool Overwhelmingly Positive

FRAMINGHAM, MA, AUGUST 5, 2019 – The Travel Institute reports an overwhelmingly positive response to its new digital credentials online tool for validating agent certification, citing nearly 2100

The Bombing of Hiroshima

On August 6, 1945, the crew of the American B-29 bomber Enola Gay dropped an atomic bomb in the Japanese city of Hiroshima. An estimated 80,000 people died either immediately or shortly

Foreign countries warn citizens about traveling to the US because of mass shootings

Foreign countries are issuing warnings to their citizens about traveling to the United States after a weekend of violence left 31 people dead in two separate mass shootings this weekend. The Venezuelan government issued a statement urging its citizens to

Why Adventurous Travelers Over 50 Should Go to Patagonia

As the kids move out of the house and work obligations lessen later in life, many adventurous souls find themselves yearning to trade in family trips to the pool to instead hit the road, striking out to destinations previously unimagined. Free to roam the globe

50 Travel Companies Trying Their Hardest To Reduce Their Carbon Footprint

A growing number of travel companies are taking a stand and working to reduce their carbon footprints. These initiatives and investments can have a huge impact on the environment and their bottom line and draw in customers looking to have a positive

How to Plan a Trip Around Someone Else's Wedding

Here at the Traveler office, we love weddings. It's a time to see old friends, make a few new ones on the dance floor, and, if you're lucky, an excuse see a new city if only for a weekend. But with a finite number of vacation days to spend jetting to see

Cathay Pacific reveals its use of onboard camera

Hong Kong airline Cathay Pacific has revealed it is recording passenger activity on its aircraft via inflight entertainment systems and video cameras, re-opening an uncomfortable debate over surveillance on airplanes. The carrier, frequently named

The most spectacular money-no-object experiences in Dubai

Holidaymakers tend to arrive at their destination in search of bargains. A discount on accommodation here, a modestly-priced restaurant there to keep costs under control. Dubai also attracts visitors with a different approach and little interest in price tags

Paris's First Floating Art Museum Just Opened — and It’s Completely Free

The Louvre and Musée d'Orsay may be just over a mile away, but this new Parisian art center is already causing a stir in the art community. For starters, it floats. Fluctuart, an urban art center that opened in July, is located in a three-story, 11,000-square-foot

Travel blogger removed, arrested in Athens for allegedly ‘breaching sexual decency’ with dress

A travel blogger was removed from the Acropolis of Athens in Greece after being falsely accused of “breaching sexual decency,” she claims. British citizen Adebola Sowemimo was visiting the historical site when she said she was pushed out of a museum building

John Heald to Return as Cruise Director on 9 Carnival Cruise Line Voyages

Fans of John Heald can get excited about nine upcoming Carnival voyages featuring the line's brand ambassador as cruise director. The sailings range from four to 10 nights, and they will be sprinkled throughout the year from September 2019 through September

No, EasyJet Is Not Forcing Passengers To Travel In Backless Seats

EasyJet has denied a passenger was forced to travel on a backless seat after an image purporting to show as much went viral. The picture, which apparently featured a woman perching on the edge of a space, was tweeted by Matthew Harris, who quipped: “easyJet

Does this schnitzel define Vienna?

It’s 11:15 on Bäckerstrasse street in the heart of Vienna's First District, and a queue has already formed outside Figlmüller. The restaurant doesn't open for another 15 minutes, and although the potatoes were sliced hours ago, there's still plenty to prepare. Inside

Cruise calendar: Find out the best time of year to visit your dream destination

It's one of the most common cruising questions: When is the best time to cruise to Alaska, Australia, the Caribbean, Canada/New England, Hawaii, Europe or the South Pacific? The answer depends on many variables, according to Cruise Critic. For example

Paris Gets A New Boutique Hotel, Sinner, In Le Marais

Tourists flock to Paris' Le Marais, universally adored for its rich history and hip culture, but in terms of accomodations, the neighborhood had few properties that catered to the trendy crowd. Until now. Bourgeoning French hospitality group, Evok

The billion-dollar travel group that tourism overlooks

Fed up of constant job rejections, 29-year-old Craig Kingston decided he need to do something drastic. So the South Florida native quit the nine to five role he hated, booked a one way ticket to Vietnam and sold all his stuff. But he wasn't quite

How to Survive a Walking Safari in Africa

"Do you have a death wish?" "Are you crazy?" "Did you make out your will?" These were all questions posed to me by friends, family, and neighbors when I told them I was off to South Luangwa National Park in Zambia to take a walking safari, where

11 places we didn't hear about before Instagram

Instagram has transformed people's travel habits and the world's most desirable destinations. Many of these destinations are natural parks, historic cities, and picturesque beaches that have long been popular among avid travelers but have

Is Disney Crowded? Insider Tips For High Season Travel

It's one of the questions travelers ask most frequently: Is Disney crowded? Is my resort so overrun that I'll regret this vacation? People tend to ask me this right before the big travel holidays such as Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas

A newbie's guide to cycling across Iowa

Seven days. 480 miles. Two wheels. Though occasionally on three wheels. And sometimes even one, if you really want a challenge. That's what it takes to complete a recreational bike ride across the entire state of Iowa. Of course months

A Trip Through Oman, Where Skyscrapers Are Illegal and Hospitality Runs Deep

For centuries, the quiet Gulf country of Oman was a center of Indian Ocean trade. Now, flush with oil money and with an eye toward a more sustainable future, it is embracing tourism. Saki Knafo explores its ancient towns, vast deserts, and

William Wallace is captured

As a leader of the Scot battle for independence, William Wallace was the scourge of Edward I of England. Utilizing many guerilla warfare tactics when he had few soldiers, and brilliant battlefield

Climbing and diving on Kalymnos: an Aegean islands adventure continues

I’m sitting on the shady patio of the Paradisio cafe in Vlychadia, overlooking an azure bay. My wet swimming kit is drying on the fence. “I should explain the breakfast,” says Stethis, who has been my guide on an epic morning of hiking

These Are the 15 Best Cruises From NYC

Picture it: trading in the hot, crowded subway for fresh, open air. Losing the skyscrapers for the rippling expanse of the ocean. The Big Apple may be a favorite travel destination, but it’s also a great jumping off point for vacations both big and

Where To Stay In Sydney

Though Sydney is Australia’s largest city, it happens to be one of immense natural beauty, too. It’s virtually impossible, in fact, to travel around the city without unobstructed views of the sky or water. Given its sheer size and popularity as a

Two United Airlines pilots arrested in Scotland before U.S. flight

Two United Airlines pilots were arrested in Scotland on Saturday morning for drinking before taking control of the aircraft they were supposed to fly to the United States. Scottish police confirmed to NBC News that they arrested two men

Here's how airlines are fighting against the 6.7 million tons of cabin waste passengers produce every year

Airlines around the world are now looking at how to reduce the amount of waste produced during flights. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) estimates that roughly 6.1 million tonnes (6.7 million US tons) of waste were

Hotel destroyed by fire 'too dangerous to enter'

About 25 firefighters were still at the scene on Saturday dealing with small pockets of fire. Fire tore through hotel rooms at the Holiday Inn in Willenhall, West Midlands, with the building believed to be almost completely destroyed. The fire is

Royal Caribbean Cruise Line Adds Vegan Menu to Main Dining Room Options

Effective August 1, Royal Caribbean now offers a vegan menu in its main dining rooms. Some of the new menu's offerings include edamame-stuffed portobello mushrooms, vegan spaghetti "bolognaise" and orzo pasta stew with green

Women's Tour to Experience Pushkar Fair, India

Los Angeles, July 25, 2019 – SITA World Tours, in partnership with The Women's Travel Group, announces a unique Colors of India and Pushkar Fair Tour Exclusively for Women. The tour departs October 28, 2019. All joint SITA-WTG Tours include special events to

PT-109

The United States PT-109 was a World War II-era boat used in the Pacific Theater. It was commanded by 26-year-old skipper John F. Kennedy. A Japanese destroyer patrolling on a moonless night smashed into PT-109, killing several crewmen and sending the survivors into

Delta Pilot Taken Off Plane, Arrested On Suspicion Of Being Drunk

A Delta pilot was removed from a fully-boarded plane and arrested Tuesday following an investigation that led authorities to believe he was under the influence of alcohol, according to reports. Gabriel Lyle Schroeder, 37, of Rosemount, was arrested at the Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport and is awaiting the possibility of formal

This Hotel Will Deliver Puppies And Prosecco To Your Room

The Kimpton Hotel Monaco in Denver, CO has a sparkling new addition to its room service: The Puppies + Prosecco Package. The limited-time promotion for National Dog Day (that’s today, but also every day) enables guests to order puppies and Prosecco to their rooms. Available for select days in August, the private puppy party includes six to 10

Saudi Arabian women finally allowed to hold passports and travel independently

Women in Saudi Arabia will finally be allowed to hold passports and travel abroad without the consent of a male guardian, a policy shift that marks a significant loosening of the Kingdom's notorious restrictions on women. The new amendment was approved on Thursday by the Saudi Cabinet, and will allow all Saudi women to apply for passports

People want to travel more sustainably. But we need help to do it

It’s almost funny – the start of a comedian’s dark, sardonic joke in an Edinburgh fringe show. We are in the midst of a climate emergency, witnessing firsthand the results of carbon emissions reaching record highs – and yet if you want to make your way from London to the Scottish capital this summer, you’re incentivised to travel in the most unsustainable

10 rules for flying together as a couple

There are few things lonelier -- yet strangely more glamorous -- than sitting on a plane by yourself, gazing out at the beautiful, messed-up world beneath, with only metal, avionics, and the luggage that will get lost en route to baggage reclaim separating you. Better, then, to fly as a duo, to share the magic and, speaking practically, have an extra pair of

Black Travel Vibes: Myanmar Is The Travel Gem You Didn't Know Existed

This Black travel movement is no joke. We’re out here touring the world in record numbers, like never before. One look at social media and you can see us living it up in Miami, wandering the streets of Cartegena, eating strange foods in Bangkok or relaxing in the endless blue waters of Zanzibar–after a while, it starts to feel like you’ve seen it all, that

Say cheers to the 15 best beer cities around the world

It's a wild, wild world of beer out there — and we're not just talking about the fermentation going on in the tanks! The craft beer scene has taken over almost every inch of the globe, from Australia to Estonia and pretty much everywhere in between. With experimental breweries, new takes on old traditions, and pubs catering to beer lovers of

Universal Is Opening a New Theme Park in Orlando

A brand new theme park is coming to Orlando, Florida. Universal’s Epic Universe will join Universal Studios Florida, Universal’s Islands of Adventure and Universal’s Volcano Bay water park as the latest expansion of the Florida theme park resort. Details and an initial rendering of Universal’s Epic Universe were released at a press conference, showing

Singapore’s Most Historic Hotel Reopens After 2-year Renovation

One of the world’s most historic grand hotels, Raffles Singapore, has reopened following a two-year renovation. The hotel first opened in 1887 and within 100 years, it was declared a national monument. Not only does the hotel have international acclaim as the birthplace of the Singapore Sling, Raffles has been the setting for many historic moments

Escapes: This car-free Maine island is a Wyeth painting come to life

Welcome to the dog days of summer, so named not because hounds are drooling and panting but because this is the time of year when the Dog Star, a.k.a. Sirius, rises or sets when the sun does, usually about the time the weather gets stinkin’ hot (a technical term). The best we can do is to tolerate it, dream of escaping it or actually get the heck out of

Climate Change Tourism Is Cashing In On Environmental Devastation

Half of the coral in Australia's Great Barrier Reef, the largest reef system in the world, has been killed since 2016. Experts cite climate change and pollution for warming waters and decimating the area's marine life. Deforestation is destroying the Amazon Rainforest in Brazil, turning large areas in one of the most diverse ecosystems on the planet

Man Fires Gun in a Kentucky National Park After Claiming to See Bigfoot

A few campers in Kentucky got the scare of a lifetime this week when Bigfoot reportedly attacked their campsite, leading to a late-night shootout. Yes, you read that sentence correctly. According to reports, Madelyn Durand and her boyfriend Brad Ginn were camping in Kentucky's Mammoth Cave National Park when a man approached their tent in

Cruise ship tours: Take a look inside the remodeled Oceania Cruises' Insignia

Oceania Cruises 1998-built Insignia is the first of the line’s quartet of nearly identical Regatta-class ships to receive a stem-to-stern makeover that has been fancifully billed as their “re-inspiration." Once bedecked in Edwardian-style trappings that were often likened to the Titanic, the remodeled Insignia now exudes a chicly contemporary elegance

The Chilean island where the presence of cruise passengers is helping penguins breed

It seems all news of our natural world is that it is perilously under threat. So now for some good news. Penguins on Magdalena Island, in the Strait of Magellan, breed more successfully next to paths where cruise passengers visit than on other parts of the island because the presence of humans scares off predators. Scientist Mike Bingham, who has

The Last Diary Entry of Anne Frank

From July 6, 1942 until August 4, 1944, a teenage Jewish girl kept a diary. She was in hiding with her family and others in the Netherlands from Nazis deporting Jews to concentration camps. Hidden away in a small set of rooms in an office building, she

Croatia’s Katarina Line Ramps Up Outreach to Travel Agents With Increased Presence at Trade Shows in North America and Europe

Award-winning small ship cruise company and “Best Croatian DMC” Katarina Line will be attending a record number of industry trade shows in Europe, the U.S. and Canada for 2019 as it ramps up its outreach to travel agents, which comprise more

Why Childhood Travel Makes Better Leaders

Gone are the days when mom and dad left the kids at home with the grandparents or a nanny so that they could travel the world in style. The Millennial generation is coming of age and traveling in droves. And guess what? They're taking their kids along for the ride. A recent study showed that Millennials are traveling with

This Oddly Worded Delta Napkin Is Confusing and Worrying Passengers

Passengers looking to enjoy their in-flight beverages on Delta flights have been left puzzled by seemingly dark and dubious messages on the airline’s napkins. The oddly worded taglines on the paper products seem to be a case of confusing grammar. According to Fox News, Twitter used Natalie Walker spotted one of these

Why long-haul airplanes are getting smaller

Boarding a long-distance flight today, travelers are accustomed to big jets with roomy cabins, two aisles and space to walk around. But the future of flying is going to look a lot more like the dawn of the Jet Age 60 years ago, when aircraft were considerably smaller. Airbus is betting that this is how we'll travel in the future

20 of the world's best waterfalls: readers’ tips

The aptly named Cola de Caballo (horsetail) cascade is the most spectacular of the many along the Arazas River in the Spanish Pyrenean Ordesa national park. Taking the GR11 upstream from the park’s entrance, a three-hour hike takes you past increasingly dramatic falls. Another kilometre beyond the Cola is the

This Cruise Ship Will Have the Tallest Waterslides at Sea

Cruise ships are basically floating cities with enough gourmet food options and activities to suit any lifestyle, day or night. And with Royal Caribbean’s $165million transformation of Allure of the Seas, featuring the tallest slide at sea, that’s never been more true. The ship, which will sail on 7-night Western Mediterranean cruises

Why your Global Entry application may be taking forever

Some travelers looking to speed up their international security screening are running into roadblocks. And according to U.S. Customs and Border Protection, a surge in immigration and the government shutdown at the beginning of the year are responsible. “The extended partial government shutdown and the ongoing

Hot hotel: Inside Tokyo's new one-room hotel in a former geisha house

Tokyo is a city that’s equally grounded in the past as it is the future – and that’s fully reflected in Trunk(House), the newest arrival to the city's hotel scene. The hotel is converted from a former geisha training house and will feature one room only. It has a custom art collection inspired by the city and a private

Rome bans McDonald's from ancient site

McDonald's fast food outlets are ubiquitous sights around the world, but Italy's culture ministry has banned the chain from building yet another restaurant in the capital, Rome. The proposed restaurant would have been built next to the ancient Baths of Caracalla, but plans were rejected. "Already expressed my opposition

Virgin Voyages to Launch Craft Beer on New Cruise Ship (and You Can Vote to Name It)

Just in time for International Beer Day on August 2, Virgin Voyages has created a signature craft beer that will be sold exclusively on new ship Scarlet Lady starting next year. Production of the red-hued English pale ale -- a partnership between the cruise line and Miami-based Wynwood Brewing company -- has taken more

The Real-Life Locations That Inspired the New Lion King Movie

Disney’s new Lion King remake has, unsurprisingly, been a box office hit—it’s been the top movie in the U.S. the last two weekends running, with more than $360 million in ticket sales since it opened on July 18. Director Jon Favreau’s retelling of the 1994 animated classic uses cutting-edge CGI to bring the characters to

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Calling Alonissos a sleepy seaside island wouldn’t be construed as a criticism. For many, this authentic and refreshing island, an hour ferry from Skiathos, is everything Greece is meant to be. In 2019, simple is the new luxury. Alonissos is lined with quiet and unspoiled beaches, offers unpretentious meals and endless leafy

The Best Hotels In Savannah, Georgia

Savannah is a southern seaboard jewel prized by many. James Oglethorpe, founding father and first Georgia governor for King George III, had an eye for good alluvial rice and cotton country in 1733, when he sailed up the south channel of the then-unnamed Savannah River and found the good portage at the bluff upon which

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Just when you think otters couldn’t get any cuter, they go and do something like this. Two orphaned otter pups recently rescued by Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium are finding comfort in one another. According to the aquarium, the fluffy friends adore taking naps together at Shedd’s Regenstein Sea Otter Nursery. Both of the

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One of the world’s largest hotel companies is doing away with a tiny perk: miniature versions of shampoo, conditioner and other bathroom products. InterContinental Hotels Group, with a portfolio that includes more than 5,600 hotels and nearly 843,000 rooms, announced Tuesday it will start offering toiletries in bulk-size

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A canceled flight might turn out to be the best thing to ever happen to you. Back in 2015, Anna Gorga’s flight from the Azores to Lisbon was canceled. She was rebooked onto the next flight — where she met her future husband. Gorga, who is Italian but was vacationing in the Azores, boarded the flight and sat down. The

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The aviation sector is one of the fastest-growing polluters. It currently accounts for about 2% of global emissions but that figure could more than double by 2050 according to research by Manchester Metropolitan University – or triple if planes don’t become substantially more fuel efficient. New airports continue to open

My Lai: Ghosts in another Vietnam wall

Two walls have brought me to tears. They are on opposite sides of the world, 8,600 miles apart. Both are filled with names of people I never knew but who have helped shaped the person I have become. The first of those walls is the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial in Washington, DC, where 140 black granite panels are etched

Airport amenities to ease summer travel: Free movies, food delivery and more

Summer may be half over, but some of the hassles of summer travel never end. Which is why we’re pleased to see many of the nation’s airports introducing new amenities and services to help passengers better enjoy — or at least tolerate — their time in the terminals. Scroll through to find out about new amenities you can

Atlanta Hotel Linked to Legionnaires' Disease Outbreak, With 11 Confirmed Cases and 55 More Suspected

An Atlanta hotel has been linked to an outbreak of Legionnaires' disease after 11 people were diagnosed and another 55 are suspected to have contracted it, according to the Georgia Department of Public Health. Officials confirmed the first cases of the disease at the Sheraton Atlanta Hotel in Downtown Atlanta about

Norwegian Cruise Line Showcases New Culinary & Beverage Offerings on Soon-to-Launch Cruise Ship, Norwegian Encore

Norwegian Cruise Line showcased a selection of food, drinks and entertainment options passengers can expect on its latest ship, Norwegian Encore, at a media event in London last night. Invited guests got a first taste of Onda by Scarpetta, the new restaurant concept that will debut on the 4,000-passenger ship in

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When you sit down and order a Michelin-star meal there is high-stakes expectation. When the dish is placed in front of you there must surely be a wow factor. The flavours should test the boundaries. The dish needs to be a lot of things… but most of all it needs to be so delicious that you look to your fellow diners with an

Holey moly! Ten of the world’s most sensational minigolf courses

Rochester Cathedral has come up with a novel way of bringing in the visitors this summer: installing a minigolf course in its nave. A spokesperson for the Kent cathedral said the course will bring putters into what “might be a previously unvisited building”. While some Catholics are teed off by the idea (one describing it as

South African Airways Vacations® Offers Huge Savings On A Spectacular Cape Town Air-Inclusive Holiday Package

Fort Lauderdale, FL (July 29, 2019) – South African Airways Vacations® (SAA Vacations®), the leisure division of South African Airways, is offering an amazing air-inclusive experience in the beautiful city of Cape Town. Starting at just $1,799* per person (restrictions apply), travel

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Jimmy Hoffa had a lunch appointment at Machus Red Fox Restaurant in a suburb of Detroit. He was scheduled to meet two business acquaintances, Anthony "Tony Jack" Giacalone from Detroit and Anthony "Tony Pro" Provenzano from New York. That day the former head of the

The world's first cross-border cable car will travel from Russia to China in under 8 minutes

Traveling between Russia and China is about to get a lot more scenic. The world's first cross-border cable car is coming, giving passengers a unique perspective of the two countries below. The cable car will run between Heihe in northeast China and Blagoveshchensk in Russia, carrying passengers over the Amur River to give them a birds eye view of the

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If Gen-Z has a face, it might just be Greta Thunberg’s. Having first risen to prominence as the instigator of the global school strike movement in 2018, the 16-year-old climate change activist was on the cover of The Nation in March, i-D in April, Time in May, and The Guardian and Wired U.K. in June. She's been nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize, endorsed

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Electric cars are all over the roads these days. But what about electric planes? Air travel currently accounts for only about 2% of global carbon emissions. But it's expected to grow in the next century, and clean air travel is seen as a key part of slowing global warming. "We're expecting to see massive growth," says Umair Irfan, who writes about climate

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You should love what you do so much that you can’t help but dance. At least that seems to be one American Airlines employee’s philosophy. Twitter user and music producer Suzanne Durham spotted this happy-go-lucky American Airlines worker breaking into an exuberant dance on the tarmac while she was in Nashville, Tennessee. She said in her post that

10 Hotel Tips No One Taught You

I’ve lost count how many hotels I’ve stayed in. Hundreds, for sure, and on every continent except Antarctica. From beach-side resorts in St. Kitts to a grand, soaring high-rise in Tokyo, to a castle-adjacent treehouse on the north coast of Scotland, I’ve stayed in some truly lovely places. I’ve also stayed at dilapidated dives in Vegas with rusty faucets and

Canouan: The Caribbean's next luxury hot spot

Landing on Canouan feels a bit like what people describe as "discovering" a place, one of the holy grails of travel. Part of it may be the empty airport that makes you feel you're the first tourist ever to visit the small island in the Caribbean nation of St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Or it could be the expanse of untouched verdant land and miles of

Thailand's highest restaurant and bar opens in Bangkok

In Bangkok, street food might be the top draw for hungry visitors, but in recent years the city's high-end restaurant scene has expanded dramatically, giving culinary travelers more reasons than ever to visit the Thai capital. Two Bangkok venues earned spots on the 2019 World's Best Restaurant list. Meanwhile, Michelin launched its own dining guide to the

Nice and Slow: 3 Luxurious Train Journeys Everyone Should Take In Their Lifetime

As adults our days involve us hitting the ground running non-stop from the time we wake up. So naturally, when it comes to travel, we live by the same motto – grab the quickest flight, land, drop our bags and hit the streets. But in our haste to squeeze in as much as we can in as little time as possible, we actually miss a lot of the beauty this world we’re

Mom's Angry Rant About Childless Adults at Disney World Sparks Fiery Internet Debate

In case you haven’t noticed, there seems to be a rift between two types of people at Disney World: People with children, and people (specifically, young people) without. According to USA Today, Twitter user @JenKatWrites posted a Facebook post from a mom (with her name redacted) who was apparently livid about Millennials making Disney World extra

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There is a reason why Madeira is consistently voted one of the world's top island destinations. Topographically, the Portuguese archipelago of volcanic origin continues to astound visitors with is warm, cobalt-blue Atlantic waters surrounding chartreuse forests, valleys and mountains. Known as the "pearl of the Atlantic" and the "island of eternal

A Close-Up Look At Grand Park Hotel Rovinj, Croatia's Newest Five-Star Hideaway

There are hotels with a strong sense of place and there are hotels where the sense of place is so indelibly carved into their essence that you never forget where you are. The brand-new Grand Park Hotel Rovinj on the heart-shaped Istrian peninsula in Croatia is one of those finds. Unveiled in April 2019, the five-star seaside hideaway does a stellar job playing

The Marriage of Prince Charles and Lady Diana

Charles Philip Arthur George, the Prince of Wales, and Lady Diana Spencer were married on July 29, 1981. The couple's marriage at St Paul's Catheral was a departure from the usual venue of Westminster Abbey. It is estimated that, in

Collette Launches Shrines of France Tour

Pawtucket, RI (July 24, 2019) – Collette, guided tour operator, is thrilled to announce the launch of their Shrines of France tour. Guests will visit Sacre-Couer, a towering basilica overlooking Paris. Venture into the Cathedral of Our Lady of Chartres, home

Beyond The Grind: Find Meaning In Travel — Abroad Or In Your Backyard

You can't open a magazine this summer without seeing stories about swarms of tourists crowding once-serene locales. During an age when everything is relentlessly mediated on social media, NPR's Life Kit wanted to step back for a moment and ask: What is traveling away from home really for? How can it be more

This Is Your Brain On Travel

Feeling stressed? A bit down? Taking a vacation is more than just a fun diversion from the day-to-day grind. There's a growing body of scientific evidence that shows travel is very good for your mental health. In the past decade or so, researchers have learned a lot about why travel makes us happy. Psychologists who study

55 travel destinations calling your name this summer from Alaska to Vermont

Now is the best time to book your travel plans for a summer vacation to get the best deals before they’re gone. If you’re wondering where to go this summer, look no further than GoBankingRates’ list of some of the most serene, exciting and beautiful places in North America. Flight costs were determined by June flights out

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Forget vineyards and wine tastings -- the hot new travel trend is whisky walks in the country where scotch originated: Scotland. As long as there have been people in Scotland, there has been Scotch whisky, but it wasn't big business until the 19th century when it became legal -- and profitable. Today, there are over 120

These Are Your Rights When You Buy a Plane Ticket

If you are an American citizen, you probably know that you have certain rights documented in the Bill of Rights, also known as the first 10 amendments to the Constitution. You know, “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of

The Best Theme Parks in Europe

If you’re taking a trip to Europe with kids, don’t just drag them around to the major cities. Spice things up and make a stop at one of the continent’s favorite theme parks. It’s a surprisingly cultural experience to see how Europeans truly relax and put their unique spin on thrill-seeking rides, merry-go-rounds, and carnival

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As a sea breeze blew in from the Gulf of Naples, small, gold-coloured dust-devils slowly sprouted along the factory rooftop, spiralling their way east toward Mount Vesuvius with the precision of ballerinas pirouetting across a stage floor. In Gragnano, a town of 29,000 inhabitants located 30km south-east of Naples in Italy’s

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Southwest became the first U.S. airline to pull the 737 Max from its schedules until next year. Cancellations are set to climb because the carrier expected to have more new planes delivered during 2019. The 737 Max planes have been grounded since mid-March after a fatal crash in Ethiopia, five months after another in

Dubai Tourism And Accenture Debut Futurism Program Accelerator For Travel And Tech Sector

Dubai’s Department of Tourism & Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) is kicking off the third edition of the Futurism Program, an accelerator program for tech startups globally. With the aim to creating distinct tourism experiences, this edition will be a collaboration with services company Accenture, plus with the support of

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It's early morning in the city of London, and the sun's illuminating Tower Bridge's turrets. Even just by reflection, the silhouette of this famous bridge is immediately recognizable. Passersby jostle to use the walkway to get to work. Tourists pose for photographs, stretching to get both towers in their selfie. If they

All over the Aegean: a great Greek island-hopping odyssey

The bustle of the port is exhilarating: ship’s horns booming, sailors shouting, swarms of taxis on the quaysides. If a shot of adrenaline is required before any island-hopping adventure, Piraeus provides. I park myself in a kafeneio for an hour and drink in – with some bitter Greek coffee – the sheer excitement of travel

Fight breaks out on cruise ship after 'passenger dressed up as a clown' upset travelers: reports

British media reports say six people have been assaulted onboard a P&O cruise ship after a passenger dressed as a clown sparked a brawl. Richard Gaisford, an ITV journalist who was onboard the cruise ship travelling from Bergen, Norway, to Southampton, England, said security staff rushed to the buffet restaurant

Celebrity Edge, Celebrity Cruises' brand-new, billion-dollar cruise ship

Behold the Edge, Celebrity Cruises' brand-new, billion-dollar baby, Yes, that's what it costs to build a cruise ship these days, often even more. Thirty million people are expected to go on cruises in 2019, according to the Cruise Lines International Association. That's in spite of well-publicized outbreaks of disease at sea, freak

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Melinda Major was asleep in her hotel room in Memphis, Tennessee, on Friday morning when she felt something moving around on her arm. She was in town from Nashville for a doctor's appointment and at first she thought it might have been her husband, until she remembered he wasn't there with her. When she

The World’s Most Beautiful Hotel Pools

Nothing makes a vacation cooler more than a resort with a stunning pool. Whether you seek a refreshing reprieve from the intense summer sun, a tranquil place to lounge or a bass-thumping evening social scene, a beautiful hotel pool can do it all. Admittedly, every resort worth its weight in chlorinating tablets offers its

National Security Act of 1947

In response to the growing tensions with the USSR during the Cold War, on this date U.S. President Harry S. Truman signed the National Security Act into United States law. The Act simultaneously created the Central Intelligence Agency, the Department of Defense, the Joint

Travel delays: Air traffic control problem affects Heathrow and Gatwick

Air and rail passengers are being hit by more disruption after record-breaking temperatures caused travel chaos on Thursday. Flights from London airports, including Heathrow and Gatwick, have been delayed and cancelled due to the weather. Disruption is also being caused by a technical problem with the UK's air traffic control system. Train services have

Why Travel? Find Joy When You Leave (Or Stay) Home

Travel. It seems like we all love to do it — or love to say we love it. But what is it really for? Why do we get away, and how does it give us meaning? Here are six ways to find fulfillment wherever you go, whether it's around the corner or around the world. A meaningful time isn't necessarily a good time — or a bad time. You bring the context to your experience, and it

How to Find Podcasts About Your Travel Destination

The History Podcasts Map is a world map with markers for podcasts (and podcast episodes) that discuss certain cities, states, countries, and regions. While it’s far from exhaustive, it’s a great starting point if you want to learn about a particular place. Listening to a local history podcast is a great way to prepare for a trip, or to entertain yourself in planes trains and

July's 'Black Supermoon' Will Make the Next Two Weekends 2019's Best for Stargazing

Two New Moons in the same month? Since there’s 29 days between New Moons, just occasionally there can be two in a month, which is what’s happening on Wednesday, July 31. Consequently, the world’s night skies will be free of moonlight for the next two weekends. That makes it the perfect time for some summer stargazing! It’s not an astronomical term, and

US National Park adventures: Best parks to get your thrills

The national parks of the United States are a treasure -- beautiful, wild and full of wonders to see. No wonder so many people travel great distances to enjoy them. But there's more to experience than taking in gorgeous scenery from your vehicle or lookout points. These are natural playgrounds, full of possible adventures. The most famous offerings of the

Southwest Is Cutting Flights From Newark This Fall

The grounding of the Boeing 737 Max continues to impact Southwest Airlines, which has extended 737 Max-related cancellations through Jan. 5, 2020 and announced it will be pulling out of Newark Liberty International Airport this November. The move is not what Southwest had planned for 2019: Earlier this year the airline had hoped to increase

The most romantic hotels in Grenada, from beachfront boutiques in sheltered bays to hillside hideaways

Uncrowded, soft-sand beaches, sunset cruises, dreamy views unfurling into the distance of verdant, mountainous scenery, plunging waterfalls up in the rainforest, lively bars down on the coast... the Caribbean island of Grenada has a great deal to commend it for a romantic holiday. What's more, the Spice Isle has plenty of hotels that are ideal for romantics. Below are

Andy Grammer Is Hosting a Norwegian Cruise to Alaska Designed for Up-and-Coming Songwriters

Andy Grammer is taking his talents out to sea. The musician will be joining Norwegian Cruise Line on a trip to Alaska this August for the brand’s newest initiative, Free the Beat. Grammer, 35 has been on cruises before — normally to perform his latest hits — but he says the Free the Beat trip will have a very different purpose: “Norwegian is creating a music library

How To Travel Through Canada By Train

Somewhere in between our love-hate relationship with air travel and a budding affinity for luxury cruises patiently sits a once-beloved suitor, the train industry. A world that was once romanticized in movies like Murder on the Orient Express and Out of Africa almost has gotten lost in testosterone-fueled Mission: Impossible and Source Code scenes. Where’s a young

These Are The New Places You Should Go In Italy's Puglia

“The way to enter Ostuni is the same way that you go into Alberobello,” said Francesco, my guide through the villages of Puglia as we crept up the stairs and over rooftops in the back of the town. This region in the heel of Italy’s boot has been discovered the last few years by travelers looking for a new rustic region to explore so to escape the tourist shops that now

This country on the Adriatic is a wine lover's paradise

“These are wines you just can’t find in France,” says Montenegrin grandfather Marko Djurisic. The 85-year-old is introducing his vineyard’s oaked red wine, Barrique, served with a hefty side of local cold cuts and cheeses (which are totally necessary when sampling 14 per cent volume wines at 10am). Montenegro might not be the first place that comes to mind for the

Cruising On A New Viking River Ship

Portugal continues to grow as a river cruise destination, with Viking River Cruises adding a fourth ship, Viking Helgrim, on the Douro River this year. The vessel is the line's fourth "baby Longship", so called because it’s roughly half the size of Viking’s signature “Longships,” carrying only 106 passengers (as opposed to the 190 that the line’s ships usually have on

Central Holidays Introduces Fresh New Romance and Honeymoon Collection of Travel Packages Developed for Evolving Trends

Moonachie, NJ – (July 24, 2019) – Central Holidays is introducing its new collection of romance travel and honeymoon programs that cater to evolving trends for more active, experiential, and immersive moments on couples’ vacations. The award-winning travel brand is unveiling exclusive new romance

South African Airways Appoints A New Director Of Sales Development For The U.S. Western Region

Fort Lauderdale, FL (July 24, 2019) – South African Airways (SAA), the national flag carrier of South Africa announces the appointment of Mr. Umar Chaudhry as Director, Sales Development for the Western Region of the United States, effective July 22, 2019. Umar brings to South African Airways

Girl, 9, tossed into air by charging bison at Yellowstone National Park

A 9-year-old girl was lucky to escape without major injuries after she was launched into the air by a charging bison in a stunning scene at Yellowstone National Park that was captured on video. The video shows a bull bison grazing just feet from visitors at Yellowstone on Monday before it charges and sends an unidentified girl from Florida flying several feet into the air. The National

Europe Heatwave: Travel Warnings Issued As Temperature Records Smashed

All-time temperature records have been smashed in Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands this week as another big heatwave strikes western Europe. The record-breaking temperatures come just weeks after an earlier heatwave caused travel chaos across the continent. The latest hot air mass stretches from the central Mediterranean to Scandinavia, pinned in place between two low

What The Low Carbon Footprint, Flight-Free Movement Means For Business Travel

In the age of climate emergency and a rapidly heating world, a low-carbon footprint has been a part of the business zeitgeist as companies try to reduce their impacts on the environment (or at least be perceived as doing so). When it comes to air travel, however, this reduction means a different way of thinking about face to face time at conferences, meetings and other traditional

Black Travel Vibes: This Couple's Oregon Baecation Will Change Your Mind About Domestic Getaways

When most of us think about travel we envision passport-filled adventures somewhere halfway across the globe. The reality is romance, adventure, culture and nature can be found right here in our own backyard. The United States is full of breathtaking domestic escapes that are just as memorable and picturesque as anything you could see abroad. One couple, Dai and Chris

Autism-friendly travel for kids on the spectrum

Nicole Sammartino of Haverhill is well-versed in the challenges of traveling with a child on the autism spectrum. Sammartino is the stepmom to a 7-year-old boy with autism. “I would say the people and noise of traveling is what really can make him nervous,” says Sammartino. “He does not do well with lots of people and loud noise, so our traveling is kept to car rides at this

First flight across the English Channel

The trip took 37 minutes, it was raining and strong winds pushed the small plane off course. The monoplane flew at an average airspeed of 40 miles per hour at an altitude of 250 feet. But on this day in 1909, French pilot Louis Blériot flew the 22 miles from Calais to Dover, becoming the first

Is the future of space travel just for super rich people?

A space revolution is upon us — so says the new wave of tech entrepreneurs pledging to colonize the cosmos. Several billionaires and their hard-charging rocket companies say the tiny roster of humans — 573, by the count of space expert Jonathan McDowell — who have flown to space is about to get much longer. They promise that more Average Joes can have experiences long

You can now swim among tanks at Jordan's underwater military museum

Tanks, a combat helicopter, anti-aircraft guns and an army crane: You might expect to see them on a military base, but less so to swim among them at a dive site in the Red Sea. Jordan has launched its first underwater military museum off the Red Sea coast, and local authorities and the armed forces spent seven days sinking defense hardware off the coast of diving resort city Aqaba

Airbus Unveils New Plane Concept Inspired by Birds of Prey

It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s kind of both? Airbus has created a new design that is meant to look a little like a “bird of prey” in hopes of inspiring a new generation of engineers, according to a statement on the Airbus website. The new design, which features slightly curved wings and tails that look like a bird’s feathers, was unveiled in the U.K. at the Royal International Air

After wheelchair was lost for 12 hours, couple speaks out about traveling with a disability

As soon as Nic and Rachel Cole touched down in Minneapolis, she received an alert that one of their two bags wasn't arriving. At first, the couple was confused. They had only checked one bag. But soon Rachel realized what happened — and it was worse than missing clothes and toiletries. The airline forgot Nic’s wheelchair. “I heard one of the flight attendants say, ‘They didn’t load

Beautiful or terrifying? Architect designs hotel suspended over a cliff

Norway's spectacular fjords make a dramatic backdrop for any building, and now a Turkish architectural design studio has proposed a boutique hotel built into one of the nation's famous cliffs. The concept would be built to look like part of Preikestolen, a 1,982-foot cliff in southern Norway that has become a popular tourist attraction. It features a large viewing platform on the top

2-year-old injured after riding baggage conveyor belt at Atlanta airport

A 2-year-old boy suffered a broken hand from jumping on a baggage conveyor belt at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport that landed him in a luggage room. Fox News and the Atlanta Journal Constitution report the incident occurred Monday afternoon. "Officers with Atlanta Police and Atlanta Fire and Rescue responded to an incident at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta

Mallorca residents call for cruise ship limit of one a day in Palma

More than 10,000 people have signed a petition calling for a limit of one cruise ship a day docking in Palma de Mallorca. About 500 giant cruise ships dock in the city on the south coast of the popular holiday destination of Mallorca each year, disgorging 2 million passengers. The manifesto calling for curbs on the ships, which has already been signed by more than 30 organisations

Dame Helen Mirren to serve as godmother to new luxury cruise ship Scenic Eclipse

Dame Helen Mirren is to become the godmother of Scenic Eclipse, an luxury exploration ship, when it is christened in New York on September 10. The Oscar-winning actress was previously a godmother for P&O’s Ventura, back in 2008. Traditionally the figurative presence of a godmother at a ship’s naming ceremony brings good luck for future sailings, and Scenic will be hoping

Machu Picchu Discovered

On July 24, 1911, American explorer Hiram Bingham discovered the remains of the Incan city Machu Picchu. Located high in the mountains, the city remained intact after the Incans abandoned it in the 17th Century due to lack of awareness of its existence. Besides the locals, no one knew of Machu

To Travel the World at 90% Off, Join an Airline

Paris for the weekend. A day on a beach to escape winter. Never been to Montenegro or Tahiti or South Dakota? Let’s go, go, go. Just work for an airline. Most let their employees fly standby free of charge and their competitors’ staffers for close to free. Children, parents and retirees get some flight perks, too. It just might be the best work privilege of all time. (Don’t call it a

How to Take Your First Luxury Vacation

Backpacking through Europe or road-tripping across the U.S. may be fun when you’re young, but when the thought of shoving your carry-on into a crowded overhead compartment or staying in a no-name motel makes you want to reconsider your vacation altogether, you know it’s time for a luxury trip. (That and when looking at your bank account inspires more pride than dread.) But how to define “luxury” exactly?

The State Department Issued a New Travel Advisory for Peru — Here's What You Need to Know

The U.S. State Department is once again warning Americans about traveling to certain parts of Peru. According to TravelPulse, the department re-issued its warning ahead of two major sporting events involving American athletes — the Pan American Games taking place fom July 26 to Aug. 11, as well as the Parapan American Games from Aug. 23 to Sept. 1. In the level two

The Women Who Travel Trips to Colombia Are a Foodie's Dream Itinerary

To be quite honest, I wasn’t going on the Women Who Travel trip to Colombia for the food. I was going for the sweaty, aguardiente-filled salsa nights in Cartagena, the lazy lake house days in Guatape, and the shopping (and boy did I shop) in Medellin. But what stuck with me were the 18 new friends—from Malaysia, Charleston, Australia, Canada, San Francisco, Italy

Travel Like Martha Stewart On MSC Cruises' Excursions Curated By The Lifestyle Expert Herself

When you think of a trip that includes intimate, meaningful cultural experiences, a cruise may not be the first thing that pops into your head. You want small-group tours led by locals, like touring a pineapple farm run by a co-op of Mayan families or learning about the history of bush medicine and sampling teas. Surely, you won’t find that on an enormous ship with thousands of other

Disney, Beaches and More: Your Guide to Florida Travel on a Budget

When you travel to the Sunshine State for your family vacation, a few things are certain: There will be mosquitoes, you’ll need tons of sunscreen and you will have no shortage of activities. In fact, when you’re planning a Florida vacation, you might find yourself overwhelmed with the state’s wealth of tourist attractions, from Orlando to the Keys. If you’re not careful, you might find

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In 2016, the Colombian government and the Farc rebels signed a historic peace deal, ending half a century of civil war and opening the floodgates for tourism. Last year, more than four million foreigners visited the country, up from only 1.3 million a decade ago. And while the cities of Bogota, Cartagena and Medellin top most travellers' lists, only one in 20 visits Santiago de Cali, or Cali for short, a hot, vibrant, buzzing city of 2.7 million in the valley of the Cauca River in the country's south.

North Korean flag carrier Air Koryo to begin direct flights to Macao

North Korean flag carrier Air Koryo will begin flying direct to the Chinese gambling enclave of Macao next month, the city's aviation authority said. Macao will become the fourth international destination that Air Koryo flies to on a regular basis, according to the airline's website. The North Korean carrier currently flies to Beijing and Shenyang in China and Vladivostok in Russia. All

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Instagram has always been a great place to find travel inspiration, displaying photos of hidden paradises around the world. But once Instagram photos attract enough attention, the locations that get geotagged can be overrun by tourists trying to snap similar shots. These 15 travel spots have faced overcrowding, gridlock, environmental damages, and more, thanks to unwelcome

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Cruise ship passengers are used to seeing all sorts of sights — sprawling cities, distant islands, a dolphin or two — but a cruise ship sailing through the Mediterranean Sea last weekend came across an unlikely scene: a boat of 111 migrants stranded off the coast of Greece. Marella Cruises’ Marella Discovery was sailing near Greece’s Peloponnese peninsula on Saturday night, when a

These hotels get the best marks from guests, according to J.D. Power rankings

Which hotel brands satisfy customers the most? And how do they do it? The J.D. Power 2019 North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction Index Study results released Wednesday aimed to answer those questions. J.D. Power, a research and consulting firm, analyzed responses from approximately 44,890 consumers to more than 150 questions regarding their overall experiences

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Farm to table dining helps to ensure that food is fresh and local. But what could be more local than sourcing your vegetables, salad leaves, fruits and herbs from right above your head? These hotels have installed innovative gardens on their rooftop spaces and balconies which, when open to guests, provide a peaceful place to seek solace and relaxation. In some cases they also

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When the heat is on it’s time to hit the water. From aqua parks and windsurfing to mermaid classes and underwater hockey, here’s our pick of fun things to do. Bounce, hop, dive and jump through Atlantis, a new aqua park at the National Diving and Activity Centre in Chepstow, Monmouthshire. It has five floating zones, each increasing in difficulty, with Total Wipeout-style

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An American Airlines flight attendant was bitten by an emotional support dog on a flight from Dallas to North Carolina Monday, prompting union calls to further tighten rules on in-flight animals. The incident occurred on American flight 3506 from Dallas-Fort Worth to Greensboro, North Carolina, an American Eagleflight operated by Envoy Air, a subsidiary of American. The plane was an

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Ulysses S. Grant, American Civil War general and the eighteenth President of the United States, died on this date in 1885. Grant was by almost any estimation a brilliant military strategist and his battlefield tactics are studied even today. His record as a president, however, is mixed. He held office

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Culinary adventurers without upcoming summer travel plans will want to take advantage of NYC Restaurant Week, which starts today. With more than 400 participating restaurants scattered across nearly 40 NYC neighborhoods in every borough, it promises to be the next best thing to an international getaway without needing a passport or plane ticket. “You can really travel the world

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It’s common for travelers to encounter more intrepid versions of themselves while they’re on vacation, whether that means we’re trying a new dish or finally scratching that itch for adrenaline. Luckily for the latter, there are actually a few travel insurance companies with basic plans that cover some pretty risky activities. This means you’re off the hook for off-chance accidents and

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With overtourism showing no signs of abating in Europe's most famous destinations, there's never been a better time to seek out wonderful options that attract fewer visitors. Keen to travel somewhere new without having to battle through huge crowds of selfie stick-wielding tourists in the likes of Venice, Paris and Amsterdam? Here's our pick of the most beautiful European cities

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The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is investigating if fake alcohol caused the deaths of three American tourists in the Dominican Republic earlier this year. From the start of April through the end of June, at least nine American tourists died while on vacation in the country, suffering heart or respiratory failure, according to The Cut. The FBI has taken alcohol samples from

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Several cruise lines have canceled port stops in San Juan ahead of planned protests Monday in Puerto Rico, aimed at forcing the governor to resign. "Due to the planned protests scheduled for today in San Juan, Puerto Rico, we have cancelled Celebrity Equinox’s call (a charter cruise) to San Juan," Royal Caribbean spokesman Owen Torres told USA TODAY in a statement. "Equinox

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Whether it's for love of nature or love of Instagram, sunflower tourism is blazing hot this time of year. And in some places, the nationwide heat wave is causing these photogenic flowers to pop their heads up earlier than usual. The 20-acre sunflower field at Green Door Gourmet in Davidson County, Tennessee, is a big attraction for local tourists and even some botanical die-hards

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“The castle is a mess.” That sheepish warning came as Alessandro Cavazza de Altamer was driving me to Emilia-Romagna. There, he would be showing me around Tabiano Castle, an imposing medieval structure near Parma. It was originally built in the 10th and 11th centuries. The Corazza family acquired it in the 19th century and restored it in grand Romantic style. Alessandro's

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It may still be the Dog Days of summer, as half the country sweats through a heat wave, but for those eagerly looking forward to ski and snowboard season, the landscape just changed dramatically. As I’ve covered here before at Forbes, the industry has been riding a wave of consolidation, resulting in better, cheaper and more flexible national and even global season pass products

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What people already know about Indianapolis is its down-to-earth sensibility and Midwest charm, a fabled sports town high on heartland hospitality and cultural ambitions. Conjuring a few days in this friendly city is a joy, thanks to a creative culinary class and elevated cocktail scene, alongside robust contemporary art and a plethora of outdoor activities from verdant parks and

Imagine If You Could Redeem Your Airline Points At Restaurants And Retailers, Too

Travel loyalty programs are undergoing an evolution of sorts. As Skift recently noted, loyalty partnerships between major travel suppliers, such as United-Marriott and American-Hilton (and most recently, Emirates-Marriott) have traditionally targeted members with elite status. However, Accor Hotels and Air France/KLM recently announced a different kind of loyalty offering: one

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Two days before my American Airlines flight from Chicago to Las Vegas in June, I checked the airline's website to see how much they wanted for a seat assignment. Yes, a seat assignment. I was traveling on a basic economy ticket, and those no-frills tickets don't come with an advance seat assignment andcarry other restrictions. The airline assigns you one at check in, so you never

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For years, Santa Monica has been seeking a hotel that truly embodies California cool, and it finally got one. Designed by Kelly Wearstler, the new Proper Hotel—located on 7th and Wilshire—epitomizes laid-back West Coast living, with much help from its effortlessly stylish rooftop bar and pool. The interiors are marked by a sandy, neutral palette and indoor palm trees, as well as

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Nine former guests at a prominent Atlanta hotel have now been diagnosed with Legionnaires' disease, but medical investigators have not yet found the exact source of the bacterial infection, officials said. "Based on epidemiological evidence we have an outbreak among people who stayed at the [Sheraton Atlanta] during the same time period," said Nancy Nydam, director of

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AmaWaterways has been busy in 2019, launching three ships in Europe instead of its usual one or two per year. AmaMora is the third of the trio, following the debut of the double-wide AmaMagna on the Danube and the smaller AmaDouro in Portugal. Sailing seven-night itineraries on the Rhine, between Amsterdam and Basel, AmaMora has fewer points of difference, but it's no less of a

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With a co-pilot, Wiley Post had already flown around the world, setting a record in eight days, 15 hours, and 51 minutes. Now, he wanted to accomplish the same feat solo. Using a newly developed autopilot and one of the first radio compasses, Wiley took off on July

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The Asia Pacific region accounted for close to one-fifth (18.5%) of total global travel spending in 2018, a new study by Mastercard reveals. Travelers from mainland China, South Korea, Japan and Taiwan are among the region’s biggest spenders. The findings point to the region’s potential as a yet largely untapped travel market, according to

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The Global Entry enrollment center at LAX, designed to ease passage for travelers after an international flight, has closed its offices indefinitely to free Customs and Border Protection workers to work on “the humanitarian and security crisis on our southwest border,” an agency representative said. Customs and Border Protection officials said

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Gone on a trip lately? I did—last week. That’s when I realized that the travel industry is in what you might call the mullet stage of their accessibility makeover. That’s right—stuck in the 80s. Transportation in general—airlines, buses, subway systems, ride shares and railways—seem to need the most work. On the positive side, large

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In my fantasies, when I picture myself escaping the hustle of life on a remote island, I’m on a sun-drenched, white-sand beach surrounded by turquoise waters — you know, the Maldives. Maybe somewhere in the Caribbean. I’m not frolicking on a remote, rocky seashore, where the high temperature is about 50 degrees Fahrenheit, even in

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If you’re planning on spending the winter holidays in Europe or Asia, now is the best time to book your flight. By booking before July 29, travelers can score the best deals to some of the most popular destinations, according to travel site Kayak. The site looked at median airfares of search dates from Jan. 1 through Dec. 14, 2018, and travel

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British Airways and Lufthansa canceled all flights to Cairo on Saturday over unspecified security concerns after the British government warned of a “heightened risk of terrorism against aviation." The announcements by two of Europe’s biggest airlines caught some passengers off guard as they prepared to board their flights, the BBC

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Was it a wolf? As our car swung round yet another tight bend deep in the Albanian countryside, a gangly, shaggy creature watched from the edge. No doubt it was, as we had just left a nature reserve where a panel on local fauna portrayed an identical Canis lupus. Nor was it to be the only unexpected experience in the land of Zog (Albania’s

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With the nation celebrating the 50th anniversary of the moon landing, why not take the family (or just your favorite friends) to one of these space-centric destinations? Learn all about the history of NASA, the science behind space travel and more. On Florida’s “Space Coast,” you can visit the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex and spend an

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There’s no doubt that Machu Picchu rightly earns first place as the must-see site in Peru’s Sacred Valley. When exploring the country’s legendary spiritual center, however, another stop that should top any discerning traveler’s list is Tambo Del Inka. Offering luxurious accommodation, a sumptuous spa and authentic Peruvian fine-dining fare

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American Harmony, the newest modern riverboat built by American Cruise Lines, passed its sea trials and received its Coast Guard certification more than three weeks ahead of schedule. The vessel is now on its way to New Orleans, where it will set sail on its inaugural voyage on August 17. After 190-passenger American Harmony sails its

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Champagne corks will be popping among the tourist communities of Dubai with the news that liquor licenses are to be granted to foreign visitors, in a softening of previously strict rules on alcohol consumption. Under the new terms, non-Muslim visitors can apply for a 30-day license that allows them to purchase alcohol from designated outlets, to

Work starts to demolish fire-damaged hotel

Work has started to demolish part of a hotel on the outskirts of Bristol which was destroyed in a fire. The blaze at the Premier Inn, at Cribbs Causeway, began on Wednesday and took almost 48 hours to put out. The A4018 dual carriageway was shut after part of the building fell on to the road. Avon Fire and Rescue said although demolition

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Conjure a mental image of Switzerland, and what do you see? Snowy peaks with skiiers shushing ever downwards, for sure, and sweet little villages laid like blankets among them, plus bubbling fondue pots and piles of fine chocolate bars — and perhaps a girl with braids guiding a goat to a beautiful green mountain vista. Look again and

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Fort Lauderdale, FL (July 18, 2019) – South African Airways (SAA), the flagship carrier of South Africa, commemorated Nelson Mandela International Day with its employees at the North America Regional Office in Fort Lauderdale participating in an outreach program by collecting donations to

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GUILFORD, CT—July 18, 2019—American Cruise Lines’ newest modern riverboat, American Harmony, has successfully passed Seatrials and received its Coast Guard Certification. The 2nd ship in the Line’s groundbreaking series of 5 modern riverboats, just departed from Chesapeake Shipbuilding in

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The Mary Rose was one of the largest ships in the English Tudor navy of King Henry VIII. She had seen nearly thirty years of warfare and had recently been upfitted with a new innovation: gun ports along the side of the ship, allowing it to fire a broadside. However, the battle tactics to support the

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Wouldn’t it be nice if you could snap your fingers and arrive at your destination—no packing, airport crowds, or customs lines required? If you're prone to worry and frustration, travel—particularly airport travel—is more than just a necessary inconvenience; it’s often a multifaceted catalyst for (sometimes crippling) stress and anxiety. Whatever potential travel stressor sets you off, find

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The Dominican Republic Ministry of Tourism is amping up safety measures after the Caribbean vacation destination made headlines for a spate of tourist deaths. Minister of Tourism Francisco Javier García announced Thursday that programs are being implemented immediately throughout the country to strengthen travelers' confidence, according to a press release. Most notably

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From the British Windsors to the Aga Khan to Monaco's House of Grimaldi, privacy and discretion is paramount for royals when traveling. First-class hospitality, personalized service and luxury amenities are also essential, so it takes a truly remarkable hotel to capture their hearts. With far-flung and glamorous destinations from Grenada to Gstaad on their radar, and private jets at their

KLM Airlines Faces Backlash After Asking Breastfeeding Mother to Cover Up

A passenger on a recent KLM flight says she was asked to cover up while breastfeeding her 1-year-old daughter. The woman, who refused to cover up with a blanket she was given, claims the flight attendant warned her “that if anyone complained,” it would be “her issue,” The New York Times reported. After posting her experience on Facebook, social media users voiced their

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The US Department of State reissued a travel advisory cautioning against travel to Peru on July 18. The reissue comes ahead of the Pan American Games and Para pan American Games, which will be hosted in Peru. Certain areas are wholesale banned for US government personnel to travel to, including the Colombian-Peruvian border region. The Machu Picchu area, the Sacred Valley

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Southwest Airlines on Thursday said it is removing the grounded Boeing 737 Max from its flight schedule through Nov. 2, a month later than previously planned. The airline, the largest U.S. operator of the Max aircraft with 34 Max 8s at the time of the grounding, said it is making the change due to the still uncertain timing of the plane's return. American and United recently made

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Virgin Voyages revealed on Thursday plans for Beach Club at Bimini, the private island oasis that will only be available to the cruise line's guests (or “sailors,” as Virgin calls them). “A cornerstone of every voyage will be The Beach Club at Bimini, where sailors can feel the sand in their toes in a stylish setting with white-sand and crystal clear waters and programming that will rival

California 'Daffodil Hill' closing because of overtourism from Instagrammers

McLaughlin's Daffodil Hill, a field of beautiful yellow and white flowers outside of California's state capital of Sacramento, has announced that it will be closing indefinitely due to fallout from its unexpected popularity on social media. The Ryan family, who manages the property, posted an announcement on Facebook on July 15 announcing the closure. The original plot of farmland

Want To Go To St Barths? Find Out What You Need To Know.

You will not find anything like it in the Caribbean. Imagine a charming village in South of France plunked down on a tiny island in the Caribbean. Throw in fantastic beach bars, an array of great restaurants, and the harbor side town of Gustavia where ancient stone buildings now house chic boutiques, and you will find yourself asking "why did not I come here years ago"?

Is Your Vacation Ruining the Planet?

Our species has never been as mobile as it is today. Getting from one side of the planet to the other has never been as easy or affordable. You can wake up this morning in Boston and through the magic of air transport, go to sleep in Barcelona, Botswana or Brisbane. The downside of this movement, while it brings people together, comes at a high cost to the environment. A study

Budapest Illumination Cruises No Longer a Given on River Sailings

For years, one of the highlights of Danube River cruises beginning or ending in Budapest was the nightly "illumination cruise" past the Hungarian capital's landmark buildings. Now, most river cruise lines have quietly eliminated the tours, due to changing regulations from the city's government. In January, Budapest authorities banned certain vessels from turning around in front of

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Wow, doesn’t a half-century go in a flash? Saturday – you may have heard it mentioned once or 6,458 times – marks a precise 50 years since the Apollo 11 mission touched down on the moon. Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, “one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind”, and all that. Now, if this makes you look up and think, “hey, I’d love to go there”, well, you can’t – Dickie

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On July 18, in the year 64 AD, a fire began in the shops and residences surrounding the Circus Maximus in Rome. Because many of the structures were wooden, they quickly caught fire and burned with a fury. Soon, the fire spread completely out of control and burned for, by some accounts, six days. The Emperor

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Egypt has been attracting tourists for nearly as long as the pyramids have been around. The ancient Greek author Herodotus, the spiritual father of travel writing, called it "the gift of the river" Nile. Roman travelers carved graffiti into paranoiac tombs in the Valley of the Kings, leaving comments similar to what you might find on Yelp or TripAdvisor today. "There had always been a trickle of

Area 51: A travel guide for the person who signed up for the raid but isn't ready to storm the gate

Everyone's talking about Area 51 because of a satirical Facebook page where a million actual people signed up to storm the Nevada site to "see them aliens." It was all a joke! Storming a classified government site en masse is kind of a big lift and also very dangerous and illegal ... right, guys? But whether it's the location's secretive aura, the trendiness of conspiracies and unsolved

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For the second year in a row, the ultra-luxurious Setai hotel has taken home the top honored award in the region, receiving the prestigious No. 1 spot on Travel + Leisure‘s World’s Best Awards. Operating for 15 years, the hotel, which has attracted the rich and famous since its inception, excels in all areas of luxury hospitality with personalized, five-star service; well-appointed and spacious

Princess Cruises Is Adding High-tech Escape Rooms on Board

Travelers taking a cruise with Princess Cruises will soon be able to experience the world’s first digitally enhanced escape room as the cruise line is introducing a new gaming experience on its Sky Princess and Enchanted Princess ships. The experience, which is called Phantom Bridge, combines the adrenaline-pumping elements of an escape room challenge with digital features to fully immerse

A Look Into the Incredible Process of How Airplane Food Is Made

Creating thousands of dishes each day, all while picking the right ingredients for the skies and adhering to tight timing can be an immensely complicated feat. To get the full scoop on what goes into creating the food that lands on our trays in the skies, Travel + Leisure stepped into Emirates’ sprawling catering facility in Dubai. The facility, where meals are made for the airline's flights, its

This is what traveling on Elon Musk's 700 mph Hyperloop could look like

It’s anyone’s guess how long it will take for Elon Musk’s Hyperloop dream of an ultra high-speed transit system to become reality. But with SpaceX’s annual Hyperloop Pod Competition taking place on Sunday — where teams from colleges and universities around the world compete with their prototypes of high-speed transportation pods — at least one group of designers is already offering a

10 of the best things to do in Vevey, Switzerland

On 18 July, the peaceful town of Vevey, on the shores of Lake Geneva near Montreux, transforms into party central as it hosts one of the world’s biggest (and rarest) wine festivals. The Fête des Vignerons – which was granted Unesco intangible cultural heritage status in 2016 – was founded in 1797 to honour the wine-makers of the Lavaux wine region, one of Switzerland’s premier wine appellations

Museum of underwater art to open on Australia's Great Barrier Reef

From a colour-changing figure warning of warming seas to a sunken skeletal greenhouse encrusted with coral, a new museum of underwater art in Australia’s Great Barrier Reef marine park aims to raise awareness of the threatened ecosystem – and rehabilitate parts of the reef. Created by British sculptor and environmentalist Jason deCaires Taylor, the Museum of Underwater Art (MOUA) will

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Civil unrest in Puerto Rico is forcing multiple cruise ships to alter their itineraries. Royal Caribbean canceled stops in San Juan on at least two of its cruises, affecting passengers on Empress of the Seas and Harmony of the Seas. Some passengers took to Twitter to complain, while others praised the cruise line for taking the safety of their passengers so seriously. Residents in Puerto Rico, still

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This evocative and discreet conversion has transformed a church and its buildings into one of the few hotel options in the Marigny neighbourhood. The result is a mix of bucolic and ecclesiastical chic in memorable surroundings, with an impressive food and beverage offering plus tranquil public spaces to boot. This evocative and discreet conversion has transformed a church and its

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Despite having been a finalist for the National Geographic Travel Photographer of the Year in 2016 (and also receiving the PDN World in Focus prize that same year), for Philip Nix, every assignment abroad still feels like an opportunity. In the New York–based lensman’s eyes, travel photography is more than an in-and-out job: It comes with a responsibility to let the environment percolate, to

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A little over a year ago, Yalitza Aparicio was preparing to become a teacher in her hometown of Tlaxiaco, a small mountainous city in the Mexican state of Oaxaca, when a casting call for Alfonso Cuaron's film Roma changed her life. Until then, she had never acted, she had never traveled outside the country, and Mexico had never seen an indigenous woman star in a major film. Aparicio's life has

'Cow Cuddling' Is When You Pay to Spend Time in a Field with Calming Bovine

If visits with a therapy dog just aren’t cutting it anymore, you can now pay to spend time with a cow. A 33-acre bed-and-breakfast in New York’s Finger Lakes region is charging guests $75 per hour for “cow cuddling,” a therapeutic practice which involves brushing, petting and chatting with bovine, according to The New York Times. Mountain Horse Farm is home to two cows named Bonnie and

Carnival Vista Cruise Ship Repairs to Happen On First-Ever Floating Dry Dock; Ship to Return to Service Early

More than a week ago, propulsion issues caused Carnival to alter and cancel cruises onboard Carnival Vista. Now, the cruise line has released details of how Vista will be repaired: a first-of-its kind floating dry dock. Netherlands-based Boskalis, a marine solutions company, will load Carnival Vista onto Boka Vanguard, a semi-submersible transport vessel capable of lifting 117,000 tons. This can

Disneyland Park Opens

On July 17, 1955 Disneyland opened as America's premiere theme park in Anaheim, California. The Walt Disney Parks and Resorts division of The Walt Disney Company held ceremonies led by company president Walt Disney. Mr. Disney had personally supervised every aspect of the park's design and opening

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Avignon, in France's Provence region, was named most popular cruise destination of the year, according to Cruise Critic's fourth annual Cruisers' Choice destination awards, which published Wednesday. (Avignon was also named best European river cruise destination.) Bora Bora came in second place; Glacier Bay, Alaska in third place; Vienna, Austria in fourth place; Singapore in fifth place; and Kirkwall

United Airlines posts higher profits and buys used Boeing 737s as Max grounding drags on

Strong travel demand pushed United Airlines Holdings second-quarter profit up more than 50% from a year ago, despite continued challenges from the grounding of the Boeing 737 Max. United did not break out how the grounding, now in its fifth month, affected its bottom line but said it signed an agreement to buy 19 used Boeing 737-700 planes, older jets that it can use to meet growing demand

24 delicious reasons to visit Greece

Renowned for its nourishing simplicity, Greek cuisine is considered among the finest and healthiest in the world. With an emphasis on baked rather than fried food, most traditional dishes avoid elaborate sauces, preferring the perfume of herb seasonings. Nutritionists have long trumpeted the Greeks' use of unsaturated fats like olive oil and unprocessed sugars like honey, as well as pulses and

Dubai Airport Now Has a Kids-only Lounge for Children Flying Solo

Children traveling alone now have a new respite in the form of a Dubai airport lounge built exclusively for kids who are traveling without their guardians. The lounge, which was built by dnata, one of the world’s largest air services providers, is in Terminal 1 of Dubai International Airport. The lounge was built to improve the unaccompanied minor travel experience by providing a safe, secure, and fun

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Houston, we have multiple problems. There’s an ammonia leak on the shuttle that could kill us all, if the headlong collision course with Earth doesn’t first. Oh yes, and we’ve just left two astronauts floating in orbit. Our first Space Camp mission had not gone well. We – the crew of misfits in flight suits and headsets – somehow managed to survive, via a daring crash-landing into a Florida swamp. But we’d still

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Disney World visitors will soon have a brand new way of getting around — and it comes with a view, too. The highly anticipated sky gondolas, which have been in construction for over two years, will officially open to the public on September 29, Disney Parks announced. The gondolas will allow guests to travel between Hollywood Studios, Epcot, and four Disney resort hotels: Disney’s Art of

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‘If it doesn’t fit, it fits perfectly,” is something of a buzz-phrase in Poland’s third-largest city, and it doesn’t take long to see why. It is a place where the next surprise – a fantastical, seemingly incongruous unicorn sculpture, a courtyard in which the buildings are clad with irregular shards of broken mirrors, a two-storey piece of gable-end street art intended to be viewed through 3D glasses – is never far

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Royal Caribbean International has canceled a planned call in San Juan, Puerto Rico, amid protests against the embattled governor in the capital of the U.S. territory. "In light of current unrest in San Juan, Puerto Rico, we have canceled today’s call to San Juan," Owen Torres, spokesman for Royal Caribbean, said in a statement to USA TODAY. "We continue to monitor the situation closely and will make

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When it comes to travel, our biggest fear is putting down piles of money on a trip that ends up being a little lackluster. To prevent that kind of mishap, Travel + Leisure releases their World's Best Awards every year, highlighting the cities, islands, hotels and cruises that have earned the stamp of approval from their jetsetting readers. From the best destination spas to the top 10 safari outfitters, the list of

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Itasca, IL July 10, 2019 -- Western Folder Distributing Company, the travel industry’s leading marketing support company, is excited to announce the development of an enhanced travel agent lead generation and cooperative fulfillment brochure order site – www.TravelInfoNetwork.com. Executive Vice President Todd

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On July 16, 1945, at 5:30 a.m. southeast of Socorro, New Mexico, the United States conducted the world's first test of an atomic bomb. The resulting explosion was the equivalent to 20 thousand tons of TNT. The shock wave was felt as much as 100 miles away. A few weeks later, a similar bomb was dropped on

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Booking a tropical Caribbean or seaside vacation during hurricane season is always something of a gamble. The statistical chances of a hurricane impacting your trip are rather slim, but certainly not zero. And while some years are quiet, with only a handful of named storms threatening tourism areas, overall the trend appears heading toward an increase in hurricane frequency and intensity

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The United States' 49th state, the country's largest, is famed for snowy landscapes, wintry weather and frigid temperatures. But the long days of summer -- most of the state has almost 24-hour daylight for two months each year -- mean that there's no shortage of time to experience the wilderness, people and culture that make this a truly special destination. And with the coolest average summer

American Airlines Cancels Boeing 737 Max Flights Until November

American Airlines joined United in canceling flights onboard the 737 Max through at least November, the airline announced Sunday. The decision will likely cause a ripple effect of delayed travel for months to come. In mid-March, airline companies grounded the worldwide fleet of Boeing 737 Max planes following two deadly crashes in Ethiopia and Indonesia. Since the Ethiopian crash, experts from Boeing

At Scotland's beach airport, the runway disappears at high tide

Wild and windswept, the Scottish island of Barra lies in the Outer Hebrides, a far outpost of Britain in the North Atlantic. There are fewer than 1,200 inhabitants here, and the Gaelic language is still widely spoken. The island is anchored to the rest of the UK by a vital air link to Glasgow. But it's this scenic 140-mile flight, and the airport it connects to, which draws tourists and aviation

Hotel near Buckingham Palace serves $200 cup of tea

It's no secret that the British are very serious about their tea. Now a London hotel has taken this dedication to new heights by offering what's been dubbed the UK's most expensive cuppa. The Rubens at The Palace is now serving a rare tea blend for £500 ($620) per pot, which works out to around $200 a cup. Produced in the highlands of Sri Lanka, Golden Tips is hand-picked by expert tea-pluckers and

Does Egypt have the best falafel in the world?

It’s Wednesday afternoon in downtown Cairo, and the usual smorgasbord of humanity is going about its daily business. From sharp-suited businesspeople single-mindedly weaving through the capital’s notorious traffic to young men on bicycles perching wooden trays of fresh bread on their heads. Everyone, it seems, has somewhere to be. Down a small alleyway in the Abdeen neighbourhood, I marvel at

Travelers Can Now Explore the Inside of Egypt’s ‘Bent’ Pyramid

Before ancient Egyptians built the Great Pyramid of Giza, with its impossibly straight sides, they worked on other variations of the structure. One such predecessor, which has rounded sides, is now welcoming visitors. As of last Saturday, travelers can reach the interior of Egypt’s ‘bent’ pyramid by walking through a narrow 256-foot tunnel that leads to two chambers deep inside the structure. The 4,600

This Hotel Room Has Its Own Boeing 737 Flight Simulator

Travelers looking to experience what it’s like to fly over one of the world’s best airports can now do so straight from the comfort of their room at the Haneda Excel Hotel Tokyu. Drawing inspiration from its location near Haneda (Tokyo International) Airport, the hotel is opening a room that comes with its own flight simulator to provide guests with sweeping views as they embark on flights over the facility

Shinola Hotel Just Got Even Better With The Opening Of Parker’s Alley

One of the most anticipated openings of the year, Shinola Hotel began welcoming guests on January 2 and has truly lived up to all of the hype with its highly curated spaces. Located in the heart of Downtown Detroit, the 129-key property is the namesake brand’s first venture into hospitality. The luxury goods retailer first started out as a watchmaker in 2011, striving to make high-end American

Eight things you never knew about cruising the Mississippi

If the Mississippi River could but talk, what tales it could tell. Stories about the pioneers who led westward expansion, the wars that shaped a nation, the colourful characters who left their legacy in towns and cities along its banks. Known fondly as the Big Muddy, the river rises in northern Minnesota, flows some 2,340 miles south, through or along 10 states, before emptying into the Gulf of Mexico at

Hollywood's Travel Guide to Western Australia

When it comes to Australia, the places that first come to mind are Sydney, Melbourne and the Great Barrier Reef, Byron Bay if Chris Hemsworth is also being discussed. Although it takes up a significant part of the country, there’s something about Western Australia that feels like the wild west in all the best ways, a bit unexplored and mysterious. In actuality, however, Hollywood boldfacers are no stranger

The travel mistakes that could make your trip more expensive

There’s still a lot of time left this summer to take a trip, but before you book those reservations there are some mistakes you could make that could cost you. Christine Mihelin-Kos has been working at Mihelin Travel Bureau, her family’s travel agency, since she was a little girl, so she knows the ins-and-outs of traveling. “The younger generation, as savvy as they are in the computer, they still don't have the

Cruise lines expand plant-based menu offerings. Could this be the year of the vegan?

Plant power is setting sail in a big way. Cruise ship menus, which once offered vegans little more than veggie burgers, are beginning to reflect the mainstream vegetarian and vegan trend found in restaurants ashore. More plant-based dishes are showing up in main dining rooms, buffet lines and specialty restaurants at sea. It’s not surprising, given that some people, including the publication the Economist

Firefighters in Canada saved nearly 300 people from a stranded cruise ship in a harrowing overnight rescue operation

Edmonton Fire Rescue Services rescued nearly 300 people from the Edmonton Riverboat on Saturday after the boat became stuck due to a strong current, the department confirmed to Business Insider. The ship, which was sailing in the North Saskatchewan River, was unable to return to its dock in Alberta due to swift currents moving toward the ship. The rescue operation lasted more than five hours, from

Planning to travel while on Medicare? Make sure you have coverage at your destination

Basic Medicare, which includes Part A (hospital coverage) and Part B (outpatient care), generally does not cover any medical costs outside of the U.S. and its territories. Some Advantage Plans will cover emergency services overseas, and some Medigap plans — which can only be paired with basic Medicare — also offer protection. While travel medical insurance can be the solution to plugging holes in

The Best Trips for Introverts, According to Introverts

I recently went on a trip to Los Angeles with a friend, and after just one day and night together my voice was starting to give out. We were talking constantly: in the car ride on the way there, as we walked around the Getty Museum, as we went out to dinner and drinks, as we went for a run together the next morning. It was a wonderful experience to take in a new place with a friend and get to know her

Hilton Plays Catch-Up in Luxury-Travel Market

Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. HLT -0.47% plans to open more luxury hotels globally this year as it tries to catch up to its competitors in the growing luxury-travel market. Major hotel brands such as Hilton are expanding their luxury hotel offerings, which range in cost from a few hundred dollars a night to thousands of dollars, to lure business travelers, loyalty members and the wealthy, particularly those from

How to Have the Perfect Honeymoon in Greece

When it’s time to plan for a honeymoon, there are plenty of places to travel to celebrate your newlywed status. And many of those options are cliché — Hawaii, Paris, or the Carribean are often the go-to options. Nothing is wrong with taking the standard route — it is your trip to plan, after all, and you should go where you want. But if Greece isn't already on your short list, you'll want to add it. Greece

American Airlines extends cancellation timeline for Boeing 737 Max to November

American Airlines announced on Sunday it will be extending cancellations of the Boeing 737 Max from its flight schedule through November 2 — much longer than expected. The Boeing 737 Max has been grounded worldwide since March. The Boeing 737 was grounded worldwide following the deadly crashes of Lion Air Flight 610 in October and Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302 in March. Boeing has

The Met's Blockbuster Moon Exhibit Shows How Much The Apollo Missions Exposed About Life On Earth

When John Glenn navigated the Mercury-Atlas 6 into orbit, becoming the first American to pilot a spacecraft around Earth, his payload included a point-and-shoot camera he picked up at a drugstore in Florida. At the time, NASA engineers viewed photography as a distraction, and astronauts had to sneak snapshots with equipment stashed in their personal belongings. The profound impact of

Power Restored, But Questions Remain Following Massive Blackout In Manhattan

Power has been restored but many questions remain following the massive blackout that plunged the West Side of Manhattan into darkness. Con Edison still doesn’t know what caused the outage, and commuters may be feeling the effects this morning at Port Authority. The air conditioning still isn’t fully working, so people should prepare for warmer than usual temperatures inside the terminal

3 Black Travel Bloggers Explain How To Deal With Micro-Aggressions Abroad

Travelling abroad should be a wholly transformative experience, and one from which you return fully rejuvenated and totally refreshed. But depending on where you go, travelling as a woman of colour can sometimes produce awkward or deeply distressing racial encounters. Travel to countries or places where black women are few and far between means that at best, the hushed whispers and

There's a reason the pastry in Paris is so darn good

In honor of Bastille Day, we'd like to take a moment to celebrate one of France's greatest contributions to the world -- its pastries. There's no point in traveling to France without sampling the pastry. In fact, one might as well gobble macarons, éclairs and opera cake slices morning, noon and night. The country's pastry chefs are arguably the world's best, and they've been whipping up treats and

This Canadian airport sheltered 7,000 people on 9/11

Craggy cliffs and verdant forestry, flat expanses of countryside that merge into choppy cobalt waters -- and you're as likely to spot a moose as you are another person. Welcome to Gander in Newfoundland, Canada. It's an unlikely location for an international airport, but the northeastern tip of this rocky Canadian isle is one of the world's most significant aviation destinations. From here, British aviators

10 of the best restaurants in Brittany, France

The region is famous for its crêpes, cider and fresh seafood, which can be enjoyed everywhere from oyster markets to fine bistros overlooking the sea. Oyster lovers should try them freshly caught at Cancale’s beachside market. The town, which is not far from Saint-Malo, is the oyster capital of Brittany and a number of blue- and white-striped stalls run by local fishermen sell different sizes and species

The 10 best large cruise ships for people who love food

Royal Caribbean Cruises has better food than any other company that operates large cruise ships, according to the cruise website CruiseCritic. The website ranks cruise ships in a number of categories based on reviews from its users. For the "best dining" category, Royal Caribbean International and Celebrity Cruises — which are both owned by Royal Caribbean Cruises— accounted for nine of the

New Orleans and Mobile Cruise Ports Reopen Following Tropical Storm Barry

After briefly reaching category 1 hurricane status as it made landfall, Barry has been downgraded to a tropical storm and continues to move inland. Currently located about 50 miles south-southwest of Shreveport, Louisiana, the storm is moving north-northwest at 9 miles per hour, bringing heavy rain and maximum sustained winds of 40 mph. Cruises in the area have been affected, but the ports of New

The Rosetta Stone

In the summer of 1799, soldiers in Napoleon Bonaparte's army in the Nile Delta were demolishing a wall to increase the area of an existing fort. Clearing away debris and overgrowth, one of the soldiers spotted an unusual stone used in the wall's construction. On the slab was an inscription. As a team of scientists and

Thinking of Visiting a Popular Tourist Destination? Try These More Affordable Alternatives Instead

Popular travel destinations usually earn their status for good reason: they deliver on culture, scenery, food or flair. Unfortunately, because of their reputations, the most sought-after regions have become so laden with tourists that some have started turning vacationers away from their busiest areas. Still, if you are able to gain entry, there may be some drawbacks — like price hikes and possible tourist traps.

Flight Attendants Reveal Their Favorite Places To Travel

When it comes to travel, flight attendants have seen it all. From luxurious vacation destinations to famous metropolitan cities, their job takes them to some of the most beautiful places in the world. As everyday jet-setters, their expertise, travel tips and insight are definitely coveted.

The Best Hotels In Atlantic City

I’ve been going to Atlantic City ever since I was old enough to chew salt water taffy. Back then, I was too young to play the slots, so my family would walk down the boardwalk to the Steel Pier for the carnival games (even there, the house always wins).

Washington, D.C. Is Suing to Stop a Ridiculous Hotel Pricing Practice

If you’ve booked a hotel in the last few years, you’ve probably encountered the dreaded resort fee. If not, this is how it works: Your hotel room rate is quoted at, say, $150 per night. But in addition to taxes, the hotel tacks on a “resort fee,” maybe $20, maybe $35, which it says covers your use of various amenities — the pool, the gym, the landline telephone, what have you.

Airlines waive change fees for flights ahead of Tropical Storm Barry

While Tropical Storm Barry might ruin some travelers' plans this weekend, airlines are trying to to minimize the effects on their budgets. Tropical Storm Barry is expected to make landfall in Louisiana as a Category 1 hurricane on Saturday, and airlines are offering travel waivers to those with flight reservations.

A New Airline For Iceland?

Just a few months after low-cost airline WOW Air (WW / WOW) declared bankruptcy, a new airline may rise from its ashes. Several investors and two former directors of WOW Air are working together with an Irish investment fund to found a new low-cost airline, the Iceland Monitor reports.

Pages of history: Walk in authors' footsteps on the Southern Literary Trail

Southern literary towns bring to life the fascinating people and places we read about or see in the movies. “To Kill a Mockingbird,” “A Streetcar Named Desire” and “Gone with the Wind” are rooted in the fabric of Southern lore and legend. The Southern Literary Trail covers a vast, colorful region of America that spotlights the towns where famous authors lived and worked.

Official: Girl's death probe includes cruise line scrutiny

Authorities investigating an 18-month-old Indiana girl's fatal fall from an open window on a cruise ship in Puerto Rico said Thursday they are considering many options, including the culpability of the cruise line. As Chloe Wiegand's family accompanied the toddler's body home to Indiana, Puerto Rico's Public Security Secretary Elmer Román said "multiple angles" are being looked at in her death, including possible negligence by Royal Caribbean Cruises.

Barcelona is cracking down on cruise ships and airport expansion

Ada Colau, the mayor of Barcelona, has vowed to crack down on the number of cruise ships that can dock in the fabled Mediterranean city, as well as put the brakes on airport expansion. She said earlier this week: “we don’t have infinite capacity.” She has also promised to improve air quality in a city where pollution levels regularly flout World Health Organisation regulations.

Why travel makes you smarter and wiser

Early humans moved -- from the savanna to forests to mountains to islands, between hot and cold, from coasts and deserts and tundra and back again. We hunted, farmed and built increasingly larger communities, and then we left those places too. Humans were nomadic throughout the length of the Stone Age -- and that represents 99% of our existence as a species.

Tropical Storm Barry is set to wreak havoc on weekend travel — here's what you need to know about flights

A dangerous storm system in the Gulf of Mexico strengthened on Thursday to become Tropical Storm Barry. The storm is the second named storm of the 2019 Atlantic hurricane season, and is expected to make landfall on the Louisiana coast Saturday as a strengthened hurricane, according to the National Hurricane Center.

Corporate Travel Is Getting More Customizable

Consolidation has been sweeping across the business travel industry, as many of the big travel management companies make strategic acquisitions all over the globe. With the business travel world getting smaller, employees may also see booking recommendations get a little bit more personal, according to recent analysis from Amadeus.

Alexander Hamilton Dies

Alexander Hamilton was the first Secretary of the Treasury of the United States. A prolific writer, he penned many of the Federalist Papers, long considered a primary source for interpretation of the US. Constitution. During his career, however, Hamilton made a number of powerful enemies. One of those, Aaron Burr, felt that Hamilton was instrumental in his failed bid for the Presidency against Thomas Jefferson. Burr became the Vice-President for one term.

Black Travel Vibes: The Gorgeous Lakes Of Udaipur Are Fit For A Queen

Royal monuments, floating lake palaces, regal gardens and postcard-worthy scenery are just a few reasons why Udaipur, also known as the ‘City of Lakes,’ is a destination built for Kings and Queens.

I've been traveling around the world for over 2 years — here are the 13 best budget hacks that will make your next vacation cheaper

You can save a ton of money on your next vacation by following some simple rules and planning strategically. Take it from a perpetual traveler.

Experts Suggest Four Essential Questions to Plan a Memorable Family Getaway without Incurring Excessive Costs

Trips and vacations are becoming an essential way to help family members remain close and maintain interaction with each other. Between our professional lives and commitments, it's easy to lose sight of what's important in life. Children get older and build their own lives. Other family members may move away or have different priorities.

Germany's 30 most beautiful places

From Berlin to Bavaria, Germany boasts countless attractions, including opulent palaces, rich forests, soaring mountains and adorable villages. Discover its 30 most beautiful places to visit.

The Hottest Hotel Openings of This Summer

The hotel openings of 2019 that we're most excited about include a decidedly cool spot in an old Venetian palazzo and treehouses up the California Coast.

Tropical Storm Barry causes Carnival Cruise Ship Valor to dock in Mobile

While Tropical Storm Barry is gaining strength in the gulf, some route changes had to be made for those cruising home from paradise. Instead of its home port of New Orleans

Carnival Cruise Line to Operate Largest Bermuda Season Ever

Carnival Cruise Line has announced that it will operate its largest Bermuda season ever in 2019-2020, with more than 40 voyages, including eight week-long...

Doctor who was told to cover up on American Airlines flight says she was 'humiliated' and wants an explanation

A doctor who was asked to cover her outfit with a blanket on an American Airlines flight last month has said she was 'humiliated' and that the airline's apology was not enough.

Travel demand pushes ticket prices, profits higher for Delta

Delta Air Lines is benefiting from strong demand for air travel this summer and the grounding of Boeing Max planes at key rivals to post record revenue and a bigger profit.

This Hotel Has Its Own Population Of Giant Tortoises

Twenty minutes away from the Seychelles’ main island of Mahé is the flat coralline island of Desroches, home to the ultra swanky Four Seasons Desroches—and an ancient population of Aldabra Giant Tortoises.

Maui Now: Molokini Crater Tour on National Ranking Lists

Redline Rafting Co.’s Molokini Crater Adventure is included on two national Readers/Travelers’ Choice ranking lists. The company is among 20 being considered on USA Today’s Best Tour Company in Hawaiʻi list. The four-week voting period has since ended, with the winning tour companies, as determined by public vote, to be announced on Friday, July 12.

Saudi Arabia to 'ease' male guardianship law restricting women's travel

Saudi Arabia is reportedly planning to relax its strict male guardianship laws to allow women to travel without requiring permission, in what would be the biggest reform yet to women's rights in the ultra-conservative kingdom.

Mr. President, Chief Justice

On July 11, 1921, William Howard Taft, who had been the 27th President of the United States, was sworn into office as the tenth Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court. He is the only former President to also serve on the Court. President Warren G. Harding nominated Taft, who faced little opposition to his appointment. Taft considered his time on the Court to be the pinnacle of his career, once remarking, "I don't remember that I ever was President."

Will Travel For Goats: A Feminist Awakening In The Swiss Alps

"It's easier to deal with goats than men," Nicole Buess announced. A goat yoga instructor in St. Moritz, she was the first of her kind. Though she wasn't lacking in local support. "Goats before guys," echoed the immaculately dressed man to my right, his fingers poised above a lemon scone, his Swiss-German accent giving his words a

France Plans To Put An 'Ecotax' On Nearly All Air Travel

France plans to put an "ecotax" on nearly all airline flights starting in 2020, French Transport Minister Elisabeth Borne said Tuesday. The new tax could bring in some $200 million that would support modes of travel that pollute less — such as trains. "With the eco-contribution, air transport will play its part in financing the daily transport of

Swiss Aerial Team Gets Lost, Accidentally Performs for Yodeling Festival

The Swiss Aerial Team gave an accidental performance to a yodeling festival over the weekend because of a navigational error. The Patrouille Suisse is the aerobatic team of the Swiss Air Force (basically the Swiss equivalent of the Blue Angels). They are known for their air shows and demonstrations which, according to their website

North America's First 'Landscape Hotel' Blends Seamlessly Into Sedona's Rock Formations

Sedona has always been sought out by nature lovers and luxury travelers alike for its distinctive red rocks, gorgeous sunsets, and reputation for having some of the best resorts in the country. Now, an interesting new hotel set to open next year is making us all want to pack our bags and head for the desert. Ambiente, A

A guide to India's 10 busiest airports

The sheer volume of people traveling both to and within India each year is staggering. In 2017, the country recorded an impressive 1.6 billion domestic travelers. That same year, the number of international arrivals shot up to 10.04 million, representing a 14% uptick compared with 2016, according to the government's latest tourism

UNESCO names 29 new World Heritage sites for 2019

From the ruins of ancient Babylon in Iraq to the architecture of Frank Lloyd Wright to the Prosecco region of northeast Italy, UNESCO's World Heritage Committee added 29 new cultural and natural sites to its World Heritage List at its annual meeting in Baku, Azerbaijan. The United Nations' cultural body meets annually to

The UK’s best seaside events and attractions for summer 2019

Boardmasters (from £69 day ticket/£179 five-day camping ticket, 7-11 August) is a surfing and music festival in Newquay, Cornwall. Headliners at Watergate Bay are Wu-Tang Clan, Florence and the Machine and Foals, while pro-surfing, skating and BMX competitions take place on Fistral Beach. As well as surfing, festivalgoers can go

Cederberg Ridge Wilderness Lodge

Cederberg Ridge Wilderness Lodge overlooks the rugged Cederberg Mountains and rolling swathes of sage-green fynbos vegetation. Less than three hours from Cape Town, this peaceful retreat is surrounded by hiking trails, vineyards and sites of San bushmen rock art dating back thousands of years. Cederberg Ridge Wilderness Lodge

Two thirds of disabled passengers experience problems travelling by train

Two thirds of disabled rail passengers experience problems travelling by train, according to new government research. Looking at the experiences of disabled travellers all around the UK, the Department for Transport found that inaccessible toilets, ticket offices being closed and attitudes of other passengers all created barriers to travel

Is Cruising Safe? 10 Things To Know After Child Dies On A Cruise Ship

Being on a cruise ship the size of a massive hotel may appear safe at first glance, but there are inherent dangers when you're floating on a vessel in the middle of the ocean. With several headline-making incidents in the past week alone—including the tragic death of an 18-month-old child who fell through an open window on Royal

Zest of Italy: Discover Authentic Italy Through Its Cuisine

Many travelers have come to recognize that culinary travel is a unique way to experience a destination and connect with locals. This has led to an exponential increase in the number of tourists taking cooking classes, making winery tours and market tours; visiting farmers and food producers; participating in foraging experiences

India's 'all is well' approach to life

Walking in one of Panaji’s local markets one warm afternoon earlier this year, I found the shops shuttered all along the street. I was in search of a new pair of shoes to replace the ones that had just given up after years of walks in markets and towns such as this one in Goa. “You’ll have to wait until evening now,” said my friend when

The Great Fire

Medieval London was a tinder box. Wooden structures and shoddy construction, plus the use of live flame for heat and light made for a combustible mix that often resulted in disaster. One of London’s “Great Fires” began on July 10, 1212 just south of London

5 Reasons An Arctic Cruise Belongs On Your Bucket List

As part of its expansion with small ship cruising, Tauck has teamed up with French cruise line Ponant to offer sailings in Svalbard, an archipelago high above the Arctic Circle. We sailed on the tour operator’s inaugural cruise departing from the world’s northernmost town -- Longyearbyen, Norway -- into a wonderous, frozen and utterly

The Fourteenth Amendment

Although the Fourteenth Amendment was originally intended to provide full citizenship and rights to former slaves, the Due Process and Equal Protection Clauses have provided important civil rights to all Americans. Ratified on this date in 1868, the Fourteenth Amendment requires

You Can Renew Your Passport Within 24 Hours With Fedex

You’re just about to leave for that trip you’ve been planning for ages. Everything is ready. The hotels are booked, the flights are confirmed and your itinerary is planned. But there’s this nagging feeling that you’ve forgotten something. How’s your passport doing? For those to whom the horror of horrors occurs (“What? It expired last month!?”), FedEx now offers

'Delays are expected' after Amtrak stopped trains near DC due to severe weather

Amtrak stopped train travel on account of severe weather in the Washington, D.C., area Monday morning, which caused widespread flooding. Trains are expected to begin moving now that two tracks have been cleared for travel, but Amtrak warned of residual delays. "Earlier this morning, we had six trains stopped due to flooding/washout conditions on CSX

How long until Hyperloop is here?

The year is 2030. You're in a sleek pod-like capsule that's levitating inside a low pressure steel tube and accelerating across the country at speeds of more than 600 miles per hour. This is Hyperloop, the futuristic transportation method pitched by controversial US entrepreneur Elon Musk, drawing on 100-year-old principals updated for the 21st century. Big

7 of the Most Beautiful Beaches on Earth, According to Travel Experts

If you’d like to plan the perfect beach vacation one day, it might help to know where the world’s top travel experts love to go. That’s why we approached T+L’s Travel Advisory Board, a select group of owners and operators of the country's most important travel agencies, to recommend their picks in every corner of the globe. Seven advisory board members recently

These Travel Influencers Finally Chose Their Destination Wedding Location

The attraction was immediate for Instagram darlings Jake Snow and Marie Fe, but building a relationship and a shared business took nearly three years and hard work. That isn’t obvious to anyone scrolling through shots of the lithe and lovely couple, traveling in exotic destinations. But read their posts, and one thing stands out: What they are selling you is

Equinox's New Hotel in New York City Combines Fitness and Luxury

Equinox, a leader in the “fitness as lifestyle” movement, opens its first hotel in New York's Hudson Yards this month. With the opening, two aspirations of the new generation — travel and wellness — will collide in a big way. As anyone who has experienced a breakdown of their workout routine while traveling knows, exercising and being on the road traditionally

US-to-Dominican Republic flight bookings rebounding after tourist deaths, report says

Flight bookings from the U.S. to the Dominican Republic have started rebounding after a spate of tourist deaths at the end of May and early June, according to new research. Bookings between the U.S. and Dominican Republic for July and August dipped 84.4% as compared to the same time last year. Travel industry data firm ForwardKeys analyzed the

A Teeny Turtle Caused an Adorable Flight Delay on an Australian Runway

On Thursday, a Jetstar flight from Australia's Gold Coast to Adelaide had to patiently wait out a delay. Though there was nothing wrong with the plane and the weather was perfectly clear, the aircraft had to sit on the tarmac and wait out another culprit — a tiny turtle. "They aren’t the fastest-moving creatures," first officer James Fuller told USA Today in a

The city that launched the publishing industry

For Paolo Olbi, a Venetian bookbinder and a papermaking craftsman, the Antica Stamperia Armena is the realisation of a lifelong dream. Located in the Dorsoduro sestiere (neighbourhood) of Venice inside the 18th-Century Ca’Zanobio degli Armeni palazzo – a palace built for the Zenobio family and now owned by the Armenian Mekhitarist Fathers of Venice (an

Hyde Miami Midtown

Flaunting its position as the only hotel amidst high-rise condominiums in Miami’s burgeoning midtown neighborhood, Hyde Miami Midtown is a stylish hotel and residences by the hospitality team behind SLS Hotels. With a luxurious and edgy aesthetic, it boasts industrial-style rooms, a pool, spa and fitness centre. Flaunting its position as the only hotel

Toddler Dies After Falling Off Royal Caribbean Cruise Ship in Puerto Rico

A 19-month-old girl died after falling off the deck of a Royal Caribbean cruise ship docked in Puerto Rico over the weekend. The toddler fell from the 11th floor at a height estimated to be about 150 feet. She fell onto the concrete Pan American dock II in San Juan. She was rushed to the hospital, where she was declared dead a short while later, according

Qasr Al Watan: Abu Dhabi’s Dazzling Palace Of The Nation Opens To The Public

Just what are those huge cubes sitting under the dome of the Great Hall, you wonder, with their skewed mirror surfaces creating all kinds of funky optical illusions in this vast and glittering space? And what are visitors doing entering them? Here you are in what is one of the most formal and opulent spaces that you’ve surely ever been in, and you wonder

Carnival Cruise Line Rolls Out New Brunch Menu on 11 Ships

Carnival cruisers will now be able to enjoy a revamped and expanded brunch menu on select ships during sea days. With the exception of juices and fancier entrees, the majority of menu offerings are free. The new menu, which includes brunch classics like eggs benedict and French toast as well as brunch burgers and pastas, comes about two years after

American Cruise Lines Hires 3 More Travel Industry Veterans to Join its Growing Sales & Business Development Team

American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line in the U.S., announced today that Michael Weldon, Mary Grimes, and Mena Tuccinardi have joined the company’s growing sales force. Michael Weldon has come on board as American’s new Regional Director for Trade Sales, Mary

The Olive Branch Petition

One faction of the Second Continental Congress, lead by delegate John Dickinson, wanted to appease King George III. A separate group lead by John Adams, however, was more radical and wanted an immediate declaration of independence and believed war to be inevitable

5 Reasons To Travel To Ireland All Year Round

It’s true, Ireland in the summer boasts long, bright, majestic days and late sunsets, but we’re going to let you in on a little secret: It’s equally amazing (if not more so) the rest of the year, too. There are endless reasons to travel to Ireland in the off-season, really. Some you can probably guess: thinner crowds, cheaper airfare, drops in prices for food and

The Sicilian ghost town that refuses to die

Half a century ago, the picturesque Sicilian town of Poggioreale was hit by an earthquake that caused most of its citizens to flee for good, even though many buildings remained standing. What they left behind has become one of Italy's largest ghost towns -- a place frozen at the exact time of the earthquake. In the school, only part destroyed, pupils' scribblings

Citizens' Health More Important Than Right To Travel By Car, Rules Spanish Judge

Fines for motorists entering central Madrid have been reinstated by a judge, a week after a low emission zone policy had been suspended. The new conservative mayor, José Luis Martínez-Almeida, had shelved a clean-air initiative known as Madrid Central, but following a spike in air pollution a court has reimposed the restrictions on motor traffic. The City of

'James Bond' Is Filming in This Small but Stunning Italian Town This Summer

The 25th installment of the James Bond franchise will spend two months this summer filming in a small town in the south of Italy. Come July and August, the Italian town of Gravina in Puglia will be overrun with film crews, actors, and (we’re assuming) a fleet of Aston Martins. “After recently hosting the latest films of Sergio Rubini, Matteo Garrone and Checco

10 Sweet Hotels Chocolate Lovers Need to Add to Their Bucket Lists

What makes a hotel truly desirable? For many, location, design, and service are at the top of the list. Others, however, seek out places that speak to their specific interests. And if one of your interests happens to be chocolate, we have delicious news. Over recent years, turning chocolate into an experience that extends well beyond the dessert menu has

Climbers seek new routes to keep the thrill of Everest alive

It was a scene no one could quite believe -- atop Everest, once considered the most remote place on earth, lines of climbers snaked over the ridgeline above the mountain's highest camp at 8,000 meters (26,247 feet), waiting for their turn to summit. More than six decades after Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay overcame the odds and reached the

American Airlines disputes man's claim that dog was too heavy to fly

Social media may have prevented a writer’s travel plans from going to the dogs. Lachlan Markay claims that he almost wasn’t allowed to bring his dog, Lou, on an American Airlines flight from Reagan National Airport in Washington DC to Miami. After taking his complaints to social media, however, the pup was allowed to fly and Lou’s holiday was saved. The

Read the fine print before you travel

Before you embark on your summer vacation, take a few minutes to read the fine print on your airline ticket, car rental contract, vacation rental contract — or any other contract the travel industry pushes in front of you. You’ll be glad you did. It’s no exaggeration to say that many, if not most, travel problems start with a failure to read the terms and conditions

Asia's next big island destination

Vietnam is home to some 2,030 miles of beautiful coastline and hundreds of islands. But one in particular is well on its way to contending with beach giants such as Phuket or Bali. Phu Quoc, a 222-square-mile island in the Gulf of Thailand, has welcomed rapid development and an ever-increasing list of direct flight connections. Visitor numbers have grown in

Budapest tour-boat crash: Death toll in Danube tragedy climbs to 27

Hungarian police say a South Korean woman recovered from the Danube River has been identified as the 27th fatality of the May 29 crash between a tour boat and a cruise ship. Police said Saturday that the body was found at the village of Makad, 58 kilometers (36 miles) downstream from the scene of the collision at Budapest’s Margit Bridge. Twenty-five of

Why changing a plane ticket can cost more than the original flight

Amid all the hassle involved in getting the family out of the door for the summer holidays, it may not be forgetting a bag, vital medication or leaving the kitchen window open that causes the greatest headache – but instead the simple mistakes made when booking tickets. Having to change your name on a ticket can cost from nothing to £160, depending on the

Where To Stay In Honolulu

Honolulu is a destination for world-class restaurants, perfect beaches, and outdoor adventure. Hawaii's capital city, on the island of Oahu, has every kind of accommodation imaginable, from full-on luxurious to design-driven to service-oriented. Here are the best places to stay in Honolulu: Known as the "cosmopolitan jewel of Waikiki," the 'Alohilani is set on the

Carnival Cruise Line to Require Prepayment for Online Specialty Restaurant Bookings

Earlier this week, Carnival Cruise Line released a change to its pre-cruise specialty dining reservation procedures: Passengers can now book specialty restaurants online for specific dates and times without having to wait for a confirmation -- but they also have to prepay. Under the previous system, cruisers had to wait for email confirmation

Woman accused in Essence Festival travel scam gets 9 years

A woman accused of selling bogus vacation packages to the Essence Festival in New Orleans has been sentenced to 15 years in prison, with six years suspended. The Jefferson Parish District Attorney's Office says Nakesia Washington, of Harvey, Louisiana, admitted scamming 98 people who thought they were buying vacation packages from her company

Celebrate The 4th of July with Pearl Seas Cruises on the Great Lakes

GUILFORD, CT – July 02, 2019 – Pearl Seas Cruises is celebrating the 4th of July this year in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. With all of Pearl Seas’ summer Great Lakes cruises operating between Milwaukee and Toronto, the Line has a cruise arriving to Port Milwaukee on July 3rd just in time

The First Clone

On July 5th, 1996, a female domestic sheep was born, becoming the first mammal cloned from a single cell. The process was successfully completed by the Roslin Institute near Edinburgh, Scotland. Scientists cloned the animal named "Dolly" from a mammary gland cell taken from a

Turquoise Coast is the next seaside hotspot

As our flight from Istanbul sweeps over Turkey's southwestern coastline, my first thought is: "Ah, so that's why it's called the Turquoise Coast." My second thought, looking around the airplane, is that everyone else is probably thinking exactly the same thing. The water, clear as Baccarat crystal, is, after all, a surreal kaleidoscope of electric blues, teals and greens

Rick Springfield cancels Dominican Republic performance amid travel safety concerns

Rick Springfield is canceling a scheduled performance in the Dominican Republic over safety concerns after several U.S. tourists have died and developed serious illnesses while vacationing. Springfield, 69, has announced he'll be pulling out of a fan getaway event titled "Rick Springfield & Friends" scheduled for Nov. 7-11 in Punta Cana in "an abundance of caution

Mindset Matters: Travel, Inclusion And Why The Industry Needs People With Disabilities As Consumers

Summertime is upon us and that means high travel season is here. While the disability travel market has begun to make real strides, the industry still needs to realize that there is so much more than can be done to leverage opportunities and find innovative ways to differentiate their brands to cater to an ever-expanding customer base. Open Doors, the Chicago

World's most luxurious train gets an upgrade

One of the most luxurious trains in the world is getting an upgrade. As of 2020, the iconic Venice Simplon-Orient-Express will boast three swanky new "Grand Suites" that are the epitome of timeless glamour. The new additions, which cost around $7,800 per person a night, are named after three cities the train serves, Vienna, Prague and Budapest. Each has

Vietnam's vast underground world

You won’t bump your head in the caves of central Vietnam’s Quang Binh province. Not when they’re big enough to fit a 40-storey building. Three of the world’s four biggest caves are in this skinniest part of the slender nation. Hundreds of other limestone caves housing deep grottoes and underground rivers are here too, with new caverns discovered every

Why Running Competitively Is the Best Way to See the World

My breath was ragged. Sweat stains had spread like Rorschach blots across my sports bra. My socks were full of sand. It was almost noon, and the sun beat down so hard as I shuffled along the oceanfront path, I swore I could hear my skin cells screaming. If I had been home in Miami, I would have returned from my usual Saturday long run ages ago. But I

Amsterdam's mayor wants new brothel rules

Amsterdam's red light district is set for a major overhaul, with plans afoot that could draw curtains over the Dutch capital's notorious window brothels. Femke Halsema, Amsterdam's first female mayor, has presented four options aimed at protecting sex workers from degrading conditions, tackling crime, and reducing the impact of tourism in Amsterdam's

Moxy Washington, DC Downtown

A thoroughly modern hotel in the center of Washington. The Moxy's Instagrammable flourishes, upbeat staff and hip yet relaxed bar and lounge space appeal to on-the-go, fun-loving travellers. Lively music makes it feel like a party's going on all day. A thoroughly modern hotel in the center of Washington. The Moxy's Instagrammable flourishes, upbeat staff and

What Is The Future Of Aviation? Bright, Young, Creative Minds Explore The Possibilities Of Air Travel In The Next 100 Years

Our desire to explore the skies is set to grow, yet sustainability and technology will be the driving forces for change. So how best to utilize advancement to enhance our flying experience? This summer, a team of young creatives will unravel the possibilities of aviation and air travel with an immersive experience taking us back to the future. “BA 2119: Flight of

Italian airline Alitalia 'deeply apologizes' for Obama video showing an actor in blackface

An Italian airline has scuttled its promotional video featuring an actor in blackface as former President Barack Obama and apologized for the offensive clip. The video, part of Alitalia’s social media campaign for a new Rome-to-Washington route, was met with stunned disbelief when the airline shared it across social channels. “Alitalia deeply apologizes for the

Italy firefighters douse fires on Stromboli after eruptions

A pair of hikers found themselves trapped by flames after a volcano erupted on the Sicilian island of Stromboli and thought they had escaped to safety but only one of the men survived, a Brazilian tourist said Thursday. Thiago Takeuti, 35, told Italian news agency ANSA that after Stromboli volcano's violent eruption Wednesday, he and the friend he was

Beyond free Wi-Fi: Offbeat hotel perks that make resort fees a little more tolerable

In-room coffee makers, Wi-Fi, a bottle of water and, sometimes, complimentary nationwide phone calls are now among the standard amenities travelers will find included with most hotel rooms. But to stand out — and in many cases, justify — the sometimes hefty “resort” or “convenience” fees many properties now tag onto bills, hotel guests are being offered

The World's First Hybrid Powered Ship

The narwhal horn Wayne Brown is holding must be almost two metres long. He waves it around in front of him like a light sabre as he talks, explaining more about the unicorns of the sea. This isn’t your usual cruise ship scene. But we're not onboard any usual cruise ship. We're on Hurtigruten’s MS Roald Amundsen – the world’s first hybrid-powered expedition

Coast Guard searching for Carnival cruise member who fell overboard near Cuba: report

The United States Coast Guard continued its search Friday morning for a 37-year-old man who fell overboard from a cruise ship. The US Coast Guard’s Southeast division first tweeted Thursday evening that the man fell from the cruise ship Carnival Victory approximately 30 miles northwest of Cuba, tweeting again Friday morning to confirm that the search was

The American Colonies Declare Independence

In 1775 when the fighting began for during the Revolutionary War, a majority of colonial Americans did not favor the idea of separating from the British empire. By the following year in 1776, however, the public opinion had

Black Travel Vibes: This Luxurious Kenyan Safari Is Anything But Basic

The continent is home to many exciting and wonderful adventures that are sought after by travelers from across the globe. Almost anyone that has ever dreamed of visiting Africa, surely has a safari experience on their bucket list. And if they don’t, they should. Kenya is one African country travelers

How I Travel Abroad as a Vegetarian Without Losing My Mind

My greatest shame—and biggest secret—as a nearly lifelong vegetarian is that once every two months or so, I eat fish. And most often, it’s because I’m somewhere that’s known for its seafood—like a fancy restaurant or a shoreside lobster shack in Maine. I’m sure that a lot of you are thinking that these

Why Hobart is Australia's new capital of cool

A heart-shaped island state just south of mainland Australia, Tasmania is home to farm-fresh produce, world-class art and jaw-dropping landscapes. Tassies are sometimes called "Taswegians," both for the fact that many residents claim Nordic heritage and for their relative remoteness (in the geographic

The Best Maui Hikes for Stunning Views and Spectacular Wildlife

If you’re not out in nature, you’re not doing Maui right. The island of Maui has more than 700 square miles of rainforests, volcanic landscapes, and coastline with some of the most beautiful vistas on Earth. There are hundreds of miles of trails on Maui, all particular to the environment. Some trails will

Tourist buses 'no longer welcome' in Paris

Paris's deputy mayor has revealed the city is working to stop tourist buses causing "total anarchy" in the city. Emmanuel Gregoire said the town hall is working on regulations to limit bus traffic, and would introduce parking areas outside the city. "Buses are no longer welcome in the very heart of the city,"

Put a spin on Fourth of July with these fun, quirky ways to celebrate

OK, let's be honest here; fireworks are kind of the worst. They're loud, they drive your dog crazy, pollute the air, and make babies cry. Babies. It makes total sense why you're sick and tired of them, so take a breath. You're not alone. And this Fourth of July, you don't need to subject yourself to their

How to have the worst summer vacation ever

If you do a quick Google search for Croatia’s Plitvice Lakes National Park, you’ll get endless results of a natural wonder. Empty pathways snake over emerald waters, surrounded by rambling foliage. The occasional photo shows a traveler or three lingering by the lakes, enjoying the place practically to

TSA Says Diverting 350 Agents to the Border Won’t Affect 4th of July Wait Times

Despite the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) diverting hundreds of employees away from airports and to the southern border, the bureau chief says that travelers should not notice significantly longer wait times during the potentially record-breaking 4th of July holiday travel period. Last week

2.1 million air travelers to pass through Chicago airports, as drivers face biggest July 4th weekend travel delays Friday

As more than 2 million people move through Chicago’s airports over the Fourth of July holiday weekend, drivers in the Chicago area were expected to join a record number of people on the road, with the worst delays in local traffic expected Friday afternoon even as Wednesday sees the most

Bolivia's surreal rainbow landscape

The Salar de Uyuni salt flat is on many people's bucket list, but most do not know that the area surrounding this monochromatic scene is bursting with colour. Stretching across more than 10,500 sq km in the Andean Plateau at an altitude of 3,656m, Salar de Uyuni is the largest salt flat in the world

New York hotel guests claim $300+ room was nothing like online photos with dirty bedding, mold

Linda Farmer bought tickets around Christmas to see Hugh Jackman in June at New York's Madison Square Garden and booked a hotel nearby. Farmer had no idea that six months later, she'd be laying on what she said was a disgusting blanket in a dirty room. "We go to the city a lot and stay overnight

This Key West Hotel’s Underwater Library Is Every Book Lover’s Fantasy

For avid readers, books and bodies of water—meaning oceans, lakes, pools, and even your bathtub—go together like sand and seashells. But as book and beach buffs also know, there’s an annoying little asterisk that comes along with that perfect pairing: Books can’t get wet. Luckily, two Key West hotels

Thousands of Norwegian Cruise Line passengers stranded in Barcelona after technical issue

Norwegian Cruise Line is apologizing to customers for ending a cruise early due to technical difficulties. The Norwegian Pearl, which departed from Amsterdam, was set for a 13-day cruise with stops in Belgium, France, Spain and Monaco. However, the ship left its 2,732 passengers stranded in

Grandmother, 83, tied up by staff on luxury cruise when she had panic attack weeks before her death, inquest hears

A grandmother with dementia was tied up by staff on a luxury Mediterranean cruise when she had a panic attack weeks before her death, an inquest heard. Marguerite Hayward was on a dream holiday with her war veteran husband Frederick when she fell ill on the Regent Seven Seas Explorer in April

South African Airways To Introduce The New Airbus A350-900 On The New York - JFK To Johannesburg Route

Fort Lauderdale, FL (July, 2019) – South African Airways (SAA), a Skytrax 4-Star rated carrier, will introduce the most technology-advanced aircraft available for ultra-long-haul flying with the new Airbus A350-900 on nonstop flights between New York John F. Kennedy International Airport and

The Downing of Iran Air Flight 655

On July 3, 1988, Iran Air Flight 655 was flying to Dubai. Aboard were 290 passengers, including 66 children. As it passed over the Strait of Hormuz, the U.S. Navy's USS Vincennes mistakenly identified the Iranian Airbus A300 as a F-14 Tomcat fighter in an attack attitude. The order was given to shoot

Delta Is Bringing Free Cocktails, Bistro-style Dining, and Hot Towel Service to Economy

Main Cabin passengers traveling on international routes with Delta Air Lines will soon have an elevated experience to look forward to as the airline is introducing a completely reinvented service starting in November. The experience begins from boarding, with pursers and lead flight attendants greeting guests both at the gate house and at the boarding door before

Five Common Myths About Traveling for ‘Free’

If you’re into seeing the world—and since you’re reading Fodor’s, chances are you probably are—you must have heard about travel rewards credit cards and earning free travel by leveraging airline points and miles. And how could you not? It seems that everyone and their dog is flying to exotic destinations in business class and staying at five-star resorts for next to nothing these

Top 10 travel destinations for Fourth of July

The number of Americans expected to travel during the Fourth of July holiday is expected to reach a record-breaking 48.9 million people, according to AAA. This is the highest number recorded by AAA since it began tracking holiday travel in 2000. This year’s number of Independence Day travelers is expected to rise by 4.1 percent from last year, with an additional 1.9 million people

If you're traveling by car this July 4th, here's a road trip checklist

Like millions of Americans, Derek and Denise Meredith are taking a road trip this Fourth of July. In preparation for the 2,150-mile drive from Colorado to New Hampshire, the two filled up the tank of their Chevy Silverado 1500 pickup and stocked their 2019 Airstream Globetrotter with clothes, coffee and food for their dogs Moosie and Bear. Derek says they plotted out their nightly

Sleeping pills and planes: Embarrassing tales from 35,000 feet

It was a fun flight for travel writer John Vlahides as he flew from London to San Francisco in 2008. He taught a flight attendant how to tie a Bedouin turban with an airplane blanket, and then showed a sleepless young boy how to make paper airplanes. Sailing them over passengers' heads in the economy cabin caused quite a ruckus. It might have been a great way to pass the

A New Pop-up Camp in Chile Makes it Easier to Explore the Country's Most Remote Regions

Designed to open up some of Chile’s less-trodden tourist destinations, the luxury pop-up camp Outpost launched earlier this year in Aysén, a remote region in northern Patagonia. The pop-up camp is the brainchild of bespoke travel company Upscale, whose mission is to upend how adventure travelers experience the South American country. Whereas most visitors gravitate toward

What travelers need to know about the protests in Hong Kong

The city of Hong Kong, home to 7.4 million people, has been in the spotlight for weeks because of teeming protests. Experts say the urban hub is still safe for tourists, and the U.S. State Department places it in its lowest risk category, but there are questions and things to be mindful of for those passing through. Minor disruptions are possible, and visitors should stay aware of unfolding

How to Stay Safe While Traveling

The Dominican Republic has made headlines recently, and not in a good way. The Caribbean country — which draws in over 2 million visitors from the U.S. each year, making it one of the biggest tourist markets in the region — has experienced an alarming trend in the past year: 10 Americans have died while on vacation here in the past year. The circumstances of each case is still

Turin city break: the best music, restaurants and culture

Without Turin, Italy would be a totally different country. It was pivotal to the unification in 1861 and served as the first capital, until 1865. Its royal palaces were home to the ruling House of Savoy until the second world war and then its factories – and the influx of migrant workers they attracted – were integral to the economic miracle that rebuilt and transformed the country after it

The truth about the US' most iconic food

If there’s any food that represents Americana, it’s the humble hot dog. Today, these bunned frankfurters are sold at every baseball game, grilled at nearly every backyard barbecue and available at roadside convenience stores from the Carolinas to California. In fact, this most archetypal of American foods originated as the US started to stitch itself back together in the 1860s

The Best Hotels In Tokyo

Tokyo is a sprawling megalopolis full of multistory LED light boards, closet-sized ramen shops, bullet trains and micro cars. It’s one of my favorite places to visit in the world, and every time I go I wish I could stay longer. As you’d expect in a city of 38 million, there are quite a few hotels to choose from. Each area of the city offers its own charms, and no list of hotels could hope

Here's Where Cruise Lines Are Sailing Instead Of Cuba

On June 4, the Trump administration announced travel restrictions that stopped cruise ships from visiting Cuba, effective immediately. Some cruises were already in Cuba, or en route to its ports, leaving cruise lines scrambling to accommodate passengers. One month later, the travel ban is still in effect. These are the destinations that cruise lines are calling on to replace

First look at Saga's new £346m cruise ship - which will be christened by the Duchess of Cornwall

Spirit of Discovery has sailed into Dover, where she will be named by the Duchess of Cornwall no less, this Friday. Here we take a closer look at Kent-based Saga Cruises’ newest ship. The long-awaited third ship from Saga Cruises, Spirit of Discovery will be officially named on Friday July 5 at the Port of Dover before setting sail on her maiden voyage, on July 10. Spirit of Discovery is

Blue-Roads Touring launches 2020 Europe itineraries with exclusive launch offer

Small group touring experts Blue-Roads Touring have unveiled their most exciting progression yet – a new range of tours through North America. Blue-Roads’ new brochure includes nine all-new tours, two new countries and 20 improved itineraries, alongside some of Blue-Roads’ most popular

World's most crowded train line revealed

You've just landed in an unfamiliar city after an excruciatingly long overnight flight. "It's rush hour," you think to yourself. "Forget the taxi. I'd better take the train into the city." What you didn't consider was the fact you're going to be fighting for space in a carriage so crowded you can barely breathe, all the while facing down the scowls of the locals as they shift their

Can overtourism be stopped in its tracks?

We first hear about these places when we're kids. Famous destinations full of wondrous architecture, spectacular scenery or ancient mysteries that fire our imaginations and fill us with yearning. We dream, we grow, we save up all our money and one day we finally get to visit -- only to discover that everyone else is visiting at the same time. Overtourism is fast becoming one

Mom praises passenger who looked out for autistic son flying alone: 'Thank you so much'

A woman in Las Vegas is heaping praise on a kind stranger who looked out for her autistic son during the boy’s first flight on his own. Alexa Bjornson had recently sent her son Landon to visit his father in Oregon. But since Landon was flying alone, and also has high-functioning autism, she sent him along with a note to give to his seatmate, explaining that Landon “might be

United apologizes after mother says unaccompanied minor put on wrong international flight

A 14-year-old traveling alone from Raleigh, North Carolina, to Stockholm, Sweden, was put on the wrong connecting flight headed to Germany on Sunday, according to his mother. And United Airlines has issued an apology to the family. His flight leg from Raleigh to Newark, New Jersey, was on United Airlines, with the intention of connecting to Sweden on Scandinavian

Why Hotels and Restaurants Are Embracing Water Sommeliers

These days, it seems wine sommeliers are a dime a dozen. Of course, a truly gifted connoisseur with years of experience can be an invaluable asset to any fine dining establishment. But the idea of employing an in-house wine expert to elevate the dining experience is nothing groundbreaking. The typical job description of a professional sommelier is to educate patrons

Paddler’s paradise: Poland's lakeland

We lifted our paddles from the water and let ourselves drift downstream. Deep in a wood, far from anywhere that was anywhere, unseen birds above burst into song in the canopy of spring-leafed trees. Up ahead, sunlight illuminated our way through a tunnel of greens and browns, melting as it touched the water. Emerald lettuce-like plants, blurred out of focus by

The best family-friendly hotels in Dubai, from action-packed kids' clubs to wild water parks

It's not hard to see why Dubai is such a family-friendly wonderland. Walking along the winding paths of Atlantis’ blooming gardens, past pirate-ship playgrounds, with butterflies threatening to land on the tip of your nose, it’s plain to see how much effort has gone into creating fairy tale escapes for visiting tribes. Atlantis also offers free access to its water park, as does

This Historic, Greek Island Wants to Pay Young Families to Live and Work There

A lot of people have fantasized about running away to an idyllic island, but very few actually get the opportunity. Until now, that is. According to the Los Angeles Times, the Greek island of Antikythera is looking for new residents to come live on its beautiful and historic shores. Much like the various towns in Italy, Sicily, and Sardinia that have launched special programs to

This New England indoor water park is among the best in the U.S., according to USA Today readers

Whether you’re looking to escape the summer sun or hit the water slides and wave pool during the colder months, an indoor water park in New Hampshire is worth the trip, according to USA Today readers. Kahuna Laguna in North Conway, N.H., ranked No. 7 on USA Today’s list of best indoor water parks, released on Friday. It is the only New England spot on the list

7 of the best cruise ship loyalty programs to join

Major companies like Disney, Norwegian, Carnival, and Celebrity offer member loyalty programs. Joining the programs can help you earn perks such as discounts on future cruises and onboard credits. Membership levels are determined by the number of sailings a guest has taken with a certain cruise company. Before you hit the high seas, it would behoove you to

An environmental-advocacy group graded 16 cruise lines on how well they limit pollution. Every Carnival cruise line they graded got an 'F.'

The environmental-advocacy group Friends of the Earth graded 16 cruise lines on how well they limit pollution from their ships. The cruise lines were evaluated on how they treat their sewage, the steps they've taken to limit air pollution at ports, whether they follow water-pollution rules in Alaska, and the quality of information they provided about their environmental

Beyond the 50 states: Exploring America's empire

White sand, turquoise water and an American flag lofted by tropical winds -- it's a scene worthy of a picture postcard. But if you're imagining Key West or Kauai, try again. Think beyond the 50 states that claim a star on the American flag, because from the island of Saipan to American Samoa's Pago Pago harbor, the United States' territorial claims stretch across the globe

The First Zip Code

On July 1, 1963, the United States Post Office introduced the first non-mandatory ZIP for the entire country. Employee Robert Moon first submitted his proposal for the idea while working as

Sunny Spain is still shoring up the troubled travel industry

It’s that time again, heatwave or not. As bound by instinct as the migratory swallow, the summering Briton is still most likely to sniff the air, contemplate the costs, and book a week in Spain regardless. The package holiday remains the dominant form of summer travel, albeit now booked online and personalised. And the Spanish beaches and islands are still

8 Stunningly Beautiful Deserts You Probably Haven’t Heard Of

When you imagine a desert, visions of Morocco or Egypt probably come to mind. Or maybe the regions surrounding Dubai and the great American West. About one-fifth of the world's land area is composed of these arid regions. Some are barren and uninhabited by humans (hey there, Antarctica!) but many are accessible to those who want to witness these dry

The best time of year to take a cruise to 6 of the most popular destinations

Cruise vacations are already a value-packed way to vacation, but you can gain even more of an edge by planning your travel strategically. When it comes to planning a cruise, experts say that timing is everything. If you're OK cruising in less-than-perfect weather, you may be able to save a bundle and beat the worst of the crowds. "For the most part with cruise

The Best Way to Experience Patagonia, According to a Travel Expert

Patagonia is the place that bucket lists were made for. Stretching across the southern tip of both Chile and Argentina, Patagonia is rugged, sparsely populated, and astonishingly beautiful. Vast plains are crisscrossed by puma and guanaco trails, Andean condors’ with their 10-foot wingspans sometimes circle 40 feet above your head, there are ancient glaciers to

The Chefs Behind Five Of The World's Best Restaurants On Where They Travel For Food

As the World’s 50 Best Restaurants awards took place this week in Singapore, they shone a light on dining destinations in every corner of the globe. Many of the culinary experts behind these dining spots gave insight into the stories told through their cuisine. The chefs and owners behind five of the World’s 50 Best Restaurants revealed where in the world they like to

Best and Worst Travel Times for the Fourth of July Holiday

Fireworks, cookouts and spending time with friends and family are some of the best parts of the Fourth of July. Sitting in traffic might be the worst. If you're planning a driving trip in celebration of America's birthday, you'll have more than 1 million D.C.-area residents to keep you company on the roads, AAA predicts. A carefully planned commute could save you a

The Best Gear for a Bird-Watching Trip

Whether you’re just peering at the sparrows in your neighborhood park or searching for California condors in Pinnacles National Park, the right tools will help you both see the birds and identify them. From a pair of binoculars that one ornithologist called good enough to rival his own professional-level pair, to a wide-brimmed hat that’ll come in handy should

The Best Dog-friendly Hotels in the U.S.

Long gone are the days when traveling with your dog meant being forced to stay at roadside motels with stained carpets and questionable odors. Today, hotels at all price points are putting the “friendly” in pet-friendly by not only allowing dogs, but pampering them as much as (if not even more than) their humans. At the Bobby Hotel in Nashville and Montage

Hotel uses social media hoping to reunite lost stuffed dog and owner

A hotel is hoping its social media post will help reunite a lost stuffed dog left in a room with its owner. Sandy, as staff at the Hilton Suites Ocean City are temporarily calling him, was turned in to the front desk last week. “Please help, I’m lost,” the Hilton Suites in Ocean City wrote in a post on social media. “I’m being well loved and still having fun but I miss my family.”

‘Disruptive’ woman kicked off flight after airline asks her to change revealing top

An airline asked a woman to change a revealing top she was wearing after other passengers voiced their concerns about the item of clothing. EasyJet said they had to remove Harriet Osborne from a flight from Malaga to Stansted on 23 June because she behaved “disruptively”. Britain’s biggest budget airline said her top was sheer and her nipples were clearly

Royal Caribbean Cruise Ship Receiving New Features

A Royal Caribbean cruise ship is set to receive new features during a $97 million overhaul to the vessel. Royal Caribbean announced that Voyager of the Seas will be the cruise line’s latest ship to be transformed this fall. From The Perfect Storm duo of racer waterslides to the reinvigorated Vitality Spa and redesigned kids and teens spaces, Voyager of the Seas will

Treaty of Versailles

On this day in 1919, the governments of Belgium, Britain, France, Italy, the United States, and all allies on one side and Germany and Austria Hungary on the other signed the Treaty of Versailles in

Where To Travel This Summer Based On Your Go-To Playlist

Summer 2019 is here, which means it's time to take that much needed vacation. If you can't decide where to go, why not let your taste in music be your guide? Whether it's Spotify, Apple Music, Google Play, Amazon Music, SoundCloud Go+, or whatever platform you may use, the tracks you listen to can make your day. If these artists can have such a positive effect on your mood

Tourism to the Dominican Republic Has Dropped 74 Percent, According to New Study

In the past year, 10 American citizens have died in the Dominican Republic, some as tourists others as long-term visitors. While the deaths have been attributed to natural causes, would-be visitors are reconsidering their plans to visit the island. Is traveling to the Dominican dangerous for Americans? Here’s what travelers need to know. According to a report by ForwardKeys, which

How you can still travel to Cuba legally

There has been a lot of confusion since President Donald Trump announced new restrictions on Americans' travel to Cuba. The U.S. government no longer allows Americans to go to Cuba on the "group people-to-people educational" visa and doesn't allow cruise ships (or other private vessels) to make trip. While it's not a bit harder to visit the country, there are still ways to see

How to Avoid Getting Scammed When Traveling

In Greece this week, undercover cops are cracking down on restaurants over-charging tourists; one American visitor said on TripAdvisor that he was charged 830 euros for six beers and 3 salads at a restaurant in Mykonos. Let’s face it—we’ve all fallen victim to the occasional scam as tourists. I’ve agreed to pay way more than necessary on cab rides, for instance, and would

More Boeing 737 Max travel trouble: Southwest cancels flights into October

Southwest Airlines is removing the grounded Boeing 737 Max from its schedule through Oct. 1, a move that will cancel 150 daily flights. The airline previously had the plane returning to its schedule after Labor Day. It attributed the extension, the second this month, to the uncertain timing about the Max's return to service. Southwest, the largest U.S. operator of the Max with 34 Max 8s

The best time to book your Labor Day flight

Labor Day is just 67 days away, which means that if you're looking for one last summer getaway before school starts, chances are you've already started thinking about booking flights. Although most travelers are under the impression that "the earlier the better" is the golden rule when it comes to purchasing airline tickets -- especially for travel over busy holiday weekends

Boiling mud 'geyser' erupts in suburban home

A New Zealand family has been forced to abandon its home after a bubbling mud crater appeared in the garden. Susan Gedye, who lives in the North Island town of Rotorua, woke up in the early hours of Tuesday morning thinking she was experiencing an earthquake. "I got woken up about 2 a.m. thinking 'oh, there's a huge earthquake happening here,' there was a lot of shaking

15 of the World’s Most Beautiful Islands

When you think about the most beautiful places on earth, images of pristine white sand beaches on remote tropical islands often come to mind. And while there are plenty of spectacular beaches on this list of the world’s most beautiful islands, there are other, more unexpected draws as well. From the limestone cliffs of the Philippines’s Palawan Island to the jagged Dientes de Navarino

The 850m-long bridge uniting a town

Divided by an immense reservoir, the town of Sangkhlaburi, Thailand, is held together by the second-longest freestanding wooden bridge in the world. The origins of the remote, mountainous town of Sangkhlaburi in western Thailand are indelibly linked to water. The jagged limestone peaks that surround the town trap fat, plum-coloured clouds, formed by cool air that blows inland

Taco Bell's pop-up hotel reservations sell out in 2 minutes

Apparently, people were excited about the prospect of sleeping in a taco-themed room. So excited that reservations for the Taco Bell pop-up hotel in Palm Springs, California, sold out in just 2 minutes after opening at 10 a.m. Pacific time Thursday, reports The Desert Sun, which is part of the USA TODAY Network. “Taco Bell fans are truly one of a kind, and today was one of the best

Holland America cruise ship's close contact with humpback whales under investigation

A Holland America cruise liner is under investigation by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association after the vessel "may have made contact" with a pod of humpback whales off the coast of Alaska on Monday, according to reports by Fox News and KTOO News. Holland America's Eurodam can be seen sailing right next to a group of whales, indicated by a several bursts of

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If the spectre of "overtourism" has become a familiar one in the last few years, so too have the identities of the places that are deemed to have become afflicted by it. Venice, crowded out by cruise passengers; Dubrovnik, struggling under the epic weight of its Game-of-Thrones-fuelled celebrity; Machu Picchu, "welcoming" more visitors in "retirement" than it ever did during its "working

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Jan Van Helden learned his first words of English – “chewing gum” – when American paratroops landed in his family’s garden in eastern Holland in September 1944. They were part of Operation Market Garden, a daring but ill-fated air and ground assault that was intended to speed the end of World War II by creating an Allied spearhead into Germany’s industrial heartland. The battle’s

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Pawtucket, RI (June 24, 2019) – Collette, global tour operator, offers a variety of holiday getaways with savings on the tour that appeals to your clients. Travelers can save up to $200 per person when using offer code HOLIDAY19. This offer is valid on

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For years, Stephanie Conway worked in marketing for agencies representing brands like Samsung, Audi and T-Mobile. On the surface, this #girlboss had it all: financial stability, an enviable Instagram feed, glamorous party invites. But eventually, the sleepless nights caught up with her and she was burned out. So at the age of 28

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It's taken some time but Osaka, gateway to Japan's Kansai region, has moved well out of Tokyo's long shadow. Today, Japan's third largest city is one of Asia's top urban travel destinations and rightfully so -- it's a vibrant city filled with unique culinary, cultural and eye-opening experiences you won't find anywhere else in Japan. Osaka

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Honolulu Mayor Kirk Caldwell signed a bill on Tuesday that will enact some of the strictest vacation rental laws Hawaii has seen in more than 40 years. The law will limit bed-and-breakfast rentals (where the owner lives on site) to only 1,715 in Honolulu. According to current estimates from the Honolulu City Council, there are

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There’s nothing like waking up at sunrise in a big, comfortable bed with the Taj Mahal outside your window — except maybe basking in a glorious sunset from the pool of your overwater bungalow in Bora Bora. Some experiences really are dreams come true, and they don’t have to feel like a gargantuan chore to plan. The first

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Two things we love about traveling: indulging in novel treats and taking a few days (or weeks) off from the gym. That rest does wonders, giving your mind and body a much-needed break, but neglecting healthy foods and exercise can also take its toll on your body. All of which leads to digestive discomfort and things like

Feminist Passport: Your travel guide to Boston

Ah, Beantown. The deepest-blue city in a deep-blue state. I’ve always heard that Boston, and Massachusetts in general, was a liberal haven—the unions! the health care!—but I have personally found the region to be a little on the conservative side. There’s not a whole lot going on in the way of racial and ethnic diversity (the state is

Millennials: Want to save money? Do what I did and join AARP.

At 37, I'm proud to say I'm a member of AARP, the American Association of Retired Persons. For those unfamiliar with AARP, it is a non-profit organization focused on enhancing the quality of life for the 50-plus population. You may be wondering then, how and why did I join AARP (at age 35!). For the longest time, I

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A simple hostel in a great location with views from the outdoor pool to Balluta Bay, which is the nearest (small) sandy cove, a few minutes’ walk away. The beach has a promenade with cafes and shops, and is overlooked by the neo-gothic Carmelite church and art-nouveau apartment block Balluta Buildings. Bikes can be rented from

Surprise! Your 'Free' Airline Reward Ticket Has Gotten Cheaper

The cost of Americans’ “free” frequent flier reward tickets dropped 17% between 2014 and 2019. That’s right. Your “free” seat obtainable after flying a certain number miles on a single airline and/or its frequent flier program partners carriers isn’t actually free. It never really has been, despite what airline marketers always

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Three airlines are allowing passengers to cancel some flights to the Dominican Republic and change them to other destinations without fees after several American tourists died in the country. A Delta spokesperson told ABC News that the company's policy would temporarily change following the deaths of 10 known tourists at two

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People don't take too kindly to anything that interferes with their precious vacation time. Just think of the fury you feel when your flight gets cancelled, or when a work emergency rudely interrupts your beach hang. Frankly, we could all use a dose of the positive vibes that were echoing from a packed cruise ship recently, when

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When the wellness-retreat trend cemented places like Bali, Tulum, and Goa as destinations for nine-to-fivers desperate for a reset, stylish travelers went searching for the next sunny spot. Forest bathing in Tuscany while pairing healthful produce with quality wine? Going remote and above the tree line for asanas in the Puerto Rican

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On June 27, 1898, a 37 feet sloop-rigged fishing boat named Spray sailed into Newport, Rhode Island. It was by all accounts an unremarkable boat except for one thing: its captain, Joshua Slocum, had just circumnavigated the world, a distance of more than

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On June 26, 1963, US President John F. Kennedy stood in West Berlin. The Communist government of East Germany had recently erected the Berlin Wall, a barrier to free movement between the East and Western sectors of the city. The President said, in part: Two thousand

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Ah, sleep. Sometimes, it’s hard enough at home, but never mind when you get to a hotel or a cruise ship. But there’s some good news: These travel properties offer sweet, sweet slumber so you can capture all the ZZZZZZs that you need when you’re out of town. Take a look – and then, please do as I do: Take a power nap. Oceania, the luxury cruise line

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Anthony Bourdain means a lot of things to a lot of people. He was an illuminating representative for service industry workers. A catalyst for writers trying to take a leap and tell their story. An imperfect but honest voice for those struggling with addiction. But for me, Bourdain was something else: He was the insightful, irreverent pleasure seeker who taught

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WorldPride, the LGBTQ celebration, is in New York this year, and LGBTQ people of all stripes are making the trek. That's right: The trek. People are heading to New York from as nearby as Washington, D.C,. to as far away as Tunisia, Greece and Taiwan. This year, the draw especially comes from the 50th anniversary of the famous Stonewall riots, a pivotal

11 signs the trip you're planning could be a scam

When planning a trip, if you suspect that something sounds too good to be true, it could be a scam. Website issues, like grammatical mistakes or non-secure URLs, could be an indication that the company you are looking to book with might be fraudulent. There's no reason that a legitimate company wouldn't accept a credit card as a payment, so watch out for

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The Las Vegas Strip may be famous for its flashing lights and dazzling attractions, like a volcanic eruption and a Lady Gaga-themed water spectacle. But the coolest new light show in Sin City is actually located indoors at the MGM Grand Hotel and Casino. Hakkasan, a mega club spanning five levels within the MGM Grand, recently unveiled a state of the art

Paris names squares and streets for LGBTQ icons

Paris has renamed three squares and one street to mark the 50th anniversary of the 1969 Stonewall riots, dedicating them to LGBTQ icons. One square was named Stonewall Riots Square, in recognition of the uprising by New York's LGBTQ community in response to a police raid at Greenwich Village's Stonewall Inn. A second square was dedicated to

Waldorf Astoria Is Opening Their First Property in the Maldives — and the Private Yacht Ride Is Just the Beginning

The Maldives are already known for tropical luxury, but Waldorf Astoria is kicking it up a notch. A stay at the new Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi, opening July 1, starts will an airport transfer via the resort’s fleet of private yachts — and that’s just the beginning. The property stretches across three private islands, with 122 villas boasting a beach, reef or

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You can camp. You can picnic. You can even rent swan-shaped paddle boats to navigate one of six deep blue lakes that shimmer high in the Hindu Kush mountains, amid picturesque red-hued cliffs and rocky natural dams. Sounds like an idyllic vacation destination, until you consider that Band-e Amir National Park lies in the heart of Afghanistan, a nation still

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When it comes to a spacious ride in the sky, it doesn’t get better than JetBlue, according to Fodor’s Travel. JetBlue, Logan Airport’s largest carrier, was recently recognized as the best airline for plus-sized passengers in the inaugural Fodor’s Travel Awards, chosen by an editorial team of travel experts and released earlier this month. “JetBlue recently became

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Indonesia’s Gili Islands don’t have any ultra-luxury resorts or even name-brand hotel chains. And that’s what makes them so charming. This is a place that’s full of genuine warmth, homespun hospitality and a blissful simplicity. And these 8 resorts fit the bill. The freestanding one-, two-, three- and four-bedroom villas at this resort on Gili Trawangan each has

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Of all the things I’ve ever wanted to do in life, being naked and trapped inside a haystack has never been one of them. But four hours into my stay in Italy, that’s exactly where I find myself. I’m in South Tirol – a place renowned for its affinity with nature. Bordering Austria and Switzerland, it is a gorgeous sliver of rocky landscape, peppered with lagoons

Hurtigruten Delays Maiden Voyage of New Expedition Cruise Ship Roald Amundsen

Expedition cruise line Hurtigruten has been forced to delay the maiden voyage of its new ship Roald Amundsen due to unfinished onboard interior work. The world's first hybrid-powered ship was due to set sail from Hamburg tomorrow with passengers onboard, but will instead leave from Tromso, in Norway, on Tuesday (July 2). Roald Amundsen will skip

These Cruise Lines Are Making it Much Easier to Travel Alone

Solo travel has shed any lingering stigmas to become one of the key trends of the past decade. And yet, a cruise may still seem an unlikely choice for someone traveling alone. Nearly everything—meals, excursions, onboard activities—is done en masse. Now, however, the famously family-friendly industry is working hard to appeal to that very set of single

6th Annual ‘Promote Your Professionalism’ campaign features 50% certification scholarships, tools for agents to differentiate

FRAMINGHAM, MA, JUNE 24, 2019 – The Travel Institute’s 6th Annual Promote Your Professionalism month kicks off July 1. In addition to scholarships, this year’s event coincides with the release of an enhanced CTA® course utilizing the recently announced new interactive

South African Airways Announces Summer Savings To South Africa Starting From $1499* Roundtrip

Fort Lauderdale, FL (June 24, 2019) – For travelers still waiting to make their summer vacations plans, South African Airways (SAA) announces the perfect getaway with special low fares to South Africa starting from $1499* roundtrip. SAA's Summer Savings to Africa

Battle of the Little Bighorn

Led by Sitting Bull, many of the Lokota and Cheyenne Indians had left the reservations carved out for them by the US Government. The US 7th Calvary, lead by General George Armstrong Custer engaged the tribes near the Little Bighorn River in Eastern Montana

Britain's royal family doubles carbon emissions from travel

Britain's royal family -- known for its advocacy surrounding the environment and conservation -- has doubled its carbon footprint from business travel, according to the Royal Household's latest annual financial statement. Despite Queen Elizabeth's attempt to cut down on the family's energy consumption by installing energy-efficient boilers and

The dangerous ground of 'dark tourism'

It's the site of the world's worst nuclear disaster, responsible for causing an incalculable number of deaths and exposing millions to dangerous radiation. It's also a tourism hotspot, a place where visitors seemingly strip off for selfies in front of abandoned buildings and snap artistically macabre shots of ruined relics. This is Chernobyl, which in

The youngest person to travel to every country says reaching the milestone at age 21 came down to 'a few simple life lessons'

Lexie Alford, 21, says she recently became the youngest person to visit every country. Though her feat is still being verified by the Guinness Book of World Records, Alford says she's been to 196 countries. Alford told INSIDER the three most important life lessons she'd learned while travelling. She also revealed how she funded her adventures

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Ask most travelers what they leave for room service, and chances are you’ll be met with a blank stare. The fact is, most of us don’t know! Tipping is hard! And, uh, do you happen to do it? “It’s the most awkward thing to tell someone what to tip because [expectations are] so different everywhere,” says Julie Danziger, managing partner of

Black Travel Vibes: Live La Dolce Vita on Italy's Amalfi Coast

Rome. Milan. Florence. These are just a few of the Italian cities that come to mind when first timers begin planning their summer getaway. As great as these destinations are, there’s only one destination that should be at the top of your list – the Amalfi Coast. The Amalfi Coast is pure vibes. From the shopping and celebrity sightings to the late

How To Look After Your Mental Health As A Solo Traveller

I was panicking in Doha airport when I said the stupidest thing I’ve ever said. Already well past security, I skidded up to the information desk, gasping, "I've lost my passport, do I live here now?!" She told me calmly, "No my dear, that was just a movie", and while she was on the phone to the café where I’d last seen it, I realised it was in my bra. Hi

The Location of the 2026 Winter Olympics Has Been Announced

The 2026 Olympics will be held in Milan. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) voted in Switzerland on Monday to bring the winter games back to Milan. Italy last hosted the Winter Games in Torino in 2006, and the games have not been held in the capital region since 1956. The competition will be held between Milan, the alpine town of Cortina

Brussels Airlines 'flight to nowhere': How much does it cost for a plane not to land?

On June 22, a Brussels Airlines flight from Brussels to Washington, DC, turned around mid-air and went back to its starting point, meaning that passengers spent a total of nine hours in the air to essentially go nowhere. According to Belgian website Aviation24, flight SN515 was beset with challenges from the beginning. Originally, the flight was

Where's next on UNESCO's World Heritage list?

A bird-filled estuary along China's Yalu River, ancient Bagan temples peering out above treetops in Myanmar and an Alpine road in Austria popular with thrill seekers are among this year's nominations for the UNESCO World Heritage List. This week the committee responsible for the list begins 11 days of deliberations in Baku, Azerbaijan, to decide

These are the best places to visit in the world, ranked by U.S. News

Paris reigns as the greatest vacation destination for the second year in a row, according to an annual ranking of the best places to travel. Determined by a mix of expert analysis, editor opinion and user votes, U.S. News & World Report’s list of the world’s best places to visit puts the City of Light at No. 1, followed by New Zealand’s South Island

12 cruise passengers rescued after van overturns in ocean during shore excursion

A group of cruise passengers on an off-boat excursion in St. Marteen narrowly avoided the unthinkable after their van accidentally ended up upside-down in the ocean on Saturday. Footage taken at the scene of the accident appears to show the van partially submerged in the bay, its front end underwater and the back of the vehicle still just above the

Logan Airport just unveiled a new ‘Great Hall’ in Terminal B

Travelers at Logan Airport in Boston may notice a few changes to Terminal B during the summer travel season. Massport revealed a new “Great Hall” in the terminal on Thursday, part of the nearly $200 million Terminal B Optimization project at the airport, which took a year-and-a-half to complete. The project involved renovating 70,000

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Spectrum of the Seas, the 25th ship in the Royal Caribbean fleet, is the world’s first Quantum Ultra ship. Based in Shanghai, it will offer roundtrip itineraries to Japan, and is the most expensive vessel purpose-built for the Chinese market. The glittering naming ceremony, held off the coast of Shanghai this month, had Chinese travel agents and

Skytrax World Airline Awards names Air Astana a winner eight years in a row

Air Astana, the flag carrier of Kazakhstan, has been recognized for 4 Star service excellence, retaining the accolade of "Best Airline in Central Asia and India" in the Skytrax World Airline Awards for the eighth consecutive year. The prestigious awards ceremony took place at the=

Dancing Mania Breaks Out in Germany

On this day in 1374, a severe outbreak of "dancing mania", also known as "St. John's Dance" or "dancing plague", occurred in Aix-la-Chapelle, Germany. This particular outbreak soon spread across the European continent, as far as Italy, Luxembourg and France. Dancing mania

This Magnetic Cord Wrap Set Is the Travel Accessory You Didn’t Know You Needed

Traveling in 2019 means you shouldn’t have to worry about tangled charger cords and especially tangled headphones (that’s where our favorite wireless headphones come in handy). Since basically everything you travel with these days requires a charger — i.e. smart watches, travel mirrors, and even sunglasses that play music — there’s a lot more

Inside the Cinderella Castle Suite at Disney World

No matter how many times you've been to Walt Disney World, there is one magical place in the park you've likely never seen. The Cinderella Castle Suite might just be Disney's most exclusive spot — and there is only one way you can win the proverbial lottery and spend the night in the magical bedchamber. Unfortunately, this suite cannot be bought. Disney has

The Best Secluded Beaches in the U.S.

Do you feel like getting away? No, we mean like really getting away. Beach vacations are wonderful. You get to lay out on the sand, soak in some sunshine, maybe read a book or take a nice, long swim in the ocean. For many people, a beach day is their favorite summer pastime. But one of the biggest things that can really put a damper on your beach day is a

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I'd never been called a dingbatter until I went to Ocracoke for the first time. I've spent a good part of my life in North Carolina, but I'm still learning how to speak the ‘Hoi Toider’ brogue. The people here just have their own way of speaking: it's like someone took Elizabethan English, sprinkled in some Irish tones and 1700s Scottish accents, then

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Covering 1,800 miles (2,900km) to take in the state highlights in under a fortnight may sound daunting but driving is relaxing and the itinerary offered by Freedom America has built-in recovery time. Two-night stays are scheduled in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Santa Monica and Las Vegas, in an action-packed tour that also takes in the resort of Monterey

The most elegant hotel in Paris

You could call it a smaller, quieter version of the Palace of Versailles. There's an on-site mansion, sprawling André Le Nôtre-designed gardens, Michelin-starred gastronomy and a five-star hotel. But, crucially, no sea of tourists. In recent years, city-weary Parisians in the know -- and in the money -- have been escaping to the Domaine de Chantilly

Five great Interrail itineraries across Europe

Interrailing is an easy way to see the continent. We plot itineraries that cover the Med, the Alps and an affordable version of the Orient Express. The sight of a gleaming railway snaking over an Alpine pass or hugging a lake has long inspired travellers, and both are well served by rail routes. This itinerary weaves from France through Switzerland to Austria, with

Japanese zoo staff chase furry fake lion in escape drill

A lion escapes from its zoo enclosure and charges into a net-wielding member of zoo staff before being tranquilized and captured. This scene, which unfolded on Saturday at the Tobe Zoological Park in Ehime Prefecture, Japan, would have been quite terrifying if it weren't a drill and the "lion" a member of staff in a furry costume. As visitors are hurried away

Future air travel looks high-tech, autonomous, and electric

While everyone on the ground is stressing about self-driving cars, the future of flight is also moving more toward autonomous planes, as seen at the 2019 edition of the Paris Air Show. The air show is one of the biggest aerospace events annually and everyone from established names to newer companies showed off concept craft and prototype

Air Canada traveler claims she woke up on 'freezing cold,' 'pitch black' and empty plane

Air Canada is reviewing a passenger's claim that she was left sleeping on a plane for hours after a flight landed, leaving her to find a way to escape a cold, dark and empty plane. Tiffani Adams was returning home to Toronto from Quebec and said she fell asleep "probably less than halfway" through the one-and-a-half hour flight, before waking up "around

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Don’t go the extra mile for a bed in Europe’s great cities. From Rome to Vienna, Berlin to Barcelona, here are 10 great hostels just a short hop from the train. All five Clink hostels can be found near train stations: two in King’s Cross in London, and two more opening soon in Dublin and Lisbon, each a few minutes’ walk from the main stations. The fifth

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Days ago, a 55-year-old Canadian man and his wife had to be airlifted from Royal Caribbean's Anthem of the Seas cruise ship because the man was suffering from abdominal pain. It's far from the only time an emergency struck on one of these excursions. From 250 passengers with norovirus symptoms to Coast Guard assists, here are just a handful of

Virgin Voyages Reveals New Perks for RockStar Suite Cruise Experience

Virgin Voyages has revealed a slew of new perks available to passengers booked in its cruise ships' RockStar Suites. A nod to Virgin's origins in the music industry, 15 Mega RockStar Suites -- broken into Massive Suites, Fab Suites, Posh Suites and Gorgeous Suites -- come with everything from backstage entertainment access to express boarding. And now

Why Sicily's Mount Etna Is A Hot Spot For Wine Production

Between 1786 and 1788 German philosopher Johann Wolfgang Goethe travelled throughout Italy. He then wrote his book titled, in Italian, Viaggio in Italia—or, Italian Journey. After passing through Verona, Venice, Rome and Naples he explored the island of Sicily, and wrote that in order to understand the entire country of Italy, ‘Sicily is the clue to everything.’ Italy

The Japanese Attack Fort Stevens, Oregon

On June 21, 1942, a federal fortification at the mouth of the Columbia river in Oregon became the only military installation in the continental US to be attacked by the Japanese during World War II. A Japanese submarine fired 17 shells during the nights of June 21 and 22. Fort Stevens

South African Airways Receives Numerous Honors At The 2019 Skytrax World Airline Awards

Fort Lauderdale, FL (Jun. 20, 2019) – South African Airways (SAA), the national carrier of South Africa, was honored with the "Best Airline Staff in Africa" award by world renowned aviation experts Skytrax™. This award recognizes service excellence across the entire spectrum of front

We’re in the age of the overtourist. You can avoid being one of them.

Now is the summer of our tourism discontent. There have been protests against cruise ships in Venice after a crash this month. Workers mounted a strike over crowding at the Louvre. New taxes targeting visitors in New Zealand go into effect soon. Even the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island are limiting some tours. The world was traversed by 1.4 billion

'The Bachelor' star Melissa Rycroft falls ill after family trip to the Dominican Republic

Reality TV star Melissa Rycroft is the latest person to come forward with a story about falling ill after a trip to the Dominican Republic. Rycroft, who is known for starring on "The Bachelor" and "Dancing with the Stars," noted in a social media post that she felt sick after a family trip at the Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts in Punta Cana earlier this month. In

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Group travel can be intimidating. Sure, it provides an easy way to hop on a pre-planned trip and check a new destination off your list, but the idea of traveling alongside strangers for a week can be a foreign concept—even to the most seasoned travelers. But as our Women Who Travel community has grown over the past couple years (our Facebook group is now

The Best Travel Yoga Mats for Your Om Away From Home

A yoga flow is one of my very favorite ways to unwind, both on the road and at home. And I've found that a few sun salutations and hip- and heart-opening poses work wonders for my post-plane body and mind. What I don't love is trying to get my flow on without enough grip or support; hence, my hunt for the perfect travel yoga mat. I set out to find a

These Are the Most Romantic Spots on Earth, According to Travel Experts

Pinpointing the best destination for a romantic getaway isn’t exactly easy. The definition of romance, after all, is subjective, and every couple travels differently. For guidance, we’re looking to the collective wisdom of our very own A-List. Travel + Leisure’s lineup of the world’s top travel advisors have a stockpile of dreamy recommendations across the

The Taco Bell Hotel Is About to Start Taking Reservations

When Taco Bell announced it was opening a pop-up hotel in Palm Springs, California, taco fanatics freaked out. Rightfully so, considering that the hotel is designed to “celebrate and pamper the world’s biggest fans of the fast-food chain,” as Travel + Leisure previously reported. Now Taco Bell has released important details of how Chalupa-lovers can actually book

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The Trump administration's ban on cruise-ship travel to Cuba has made Carnival Corp more pessimistic about its financial performance this year. The company projected the Cuba travel ban would slash $0.04 to $0.06 from its share price this year. In a note to investors, JPMorgan said it believed Carnival shareholders had expected the impact of the Cuba travel

The world's best cruises of 2019: Fodor's Travel names top picks

With a million different cruise ships out there, Fodor's Travel has now made it easy to choose the best one for any occasion. The results of the first-ever Fodor's Travel Awards aim to highlight all the travel standouts, including the world's best cruises of 2019 broken down by categories that matter to all types of travelers. Scroll through the gallery to find out

Easter Island threatened by bad tourist behavior

Easter Island has long been a bucket list destination for travelers from around the world. But the very thing that keeps the island's economy going strong may be the thing that ultimately causes its ruin: mass tourism. Recently, a spate of bad behavior by travelers on Easter Island, which is famed for its enormous statues known as moai, has spurred new

Exploring Colombia's 'Lost City'

Hidden deep in the jungle of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta mountains in Colombia sits Ciudad Perdida, the "Lost City." Built by the Tairona people more than 1,000 years ago, the archaeological site only became an attraction after it was uncovered in the 1970s. Named Teyuna by the Tairona but dubbed Ciudad Perdida upon rediscovery, the ancient wonder is

Why do airlines overbook flights?

Airlines have been deliberately overbooking flights for decades. Following the deregulation of the U.S. airline industry in 1978, airlines have become incentivized to increase the number of passengers on their flights. They identified one big missed opportunity for more revenue - all those sold but empty seats. Airlines now use sophisticated AI driven revenue

Mexico Airline Offers Central America Migrants $1 Trips Home

Mexican airline Volaris has launched a program called “Reuniting Families” that is offering to fly Central American immigrants in Mexico back to their countries of origin. For $1, plus applicable taxes, Volaris will fly immigrants in Tijuana, Ciudad Juarez, Guadalajara and Mexico City to Costa Rica, El Salvador or Guatemala. Immigrants need only show some

The Best Hotels In Orlando

Orlando, Florida hosted a record-breaking 75 million visitors in 2018, with nearly 50 million people flying into Orlando International Airport alone. This well-oiled tourism machine has endless options for where to stay (and what to do when you get there). Here are eight of the best hotels in Orlando for your next stay. This luxury resort sits on 1500 acres, with

Can a budget, double-deck, high-speed train change the way people get around France?

Two weeks from now, at 09.38 on 6 July, a double-deck high-speed train will escape from the joyless gloom of Montparnasse station in Paris to make the maiden voyage of the Ouigo brand to Toulouse. Five hours later, hundreds of passengers will arrive in the much more agreeable surroundings of Matabiau station, the city’s handsome rail hub. They

West Virginia Becomes a State

"Voices from the mountains are loyal and true" - those were the words of President Abraham Lincoln on this day in 1863 when West Virginia seceded not from the Union, but from Virginia. Sentiment against leaving the Union ran high in West Virginia, and by a narrow vote, become

6 ways to be a more sustainable traveller

Sustainable travel is one of the most talked-about ways of seeing the world right now but, as we know at Country Living, it goes far deeper than following a travel trend. With almost 4.6 billion flight passengers expected to take to the skies this year (130% more than in 2004) and 86% of the world's travellers saying they would be willing to spend time on activities

Quiet supersonic passenger airplane unveiled

It's still at the conceptual stage, but a brand new supersonic airplane design unveiled this week by Lockheed Martin Aeronautics could be the clearest indication yet that we're on the brink of a new golden age of super-fast air travel. The Quiet Supersonic Technology Airliner, a sleek twin-engined jet plane that will carry up to 40 passengers at speeds of Mach

The 10 Best Places for Celebrating the Fourth of July, According to Yelp

And just like that — it’s time to plan your Fourth of July getaway. Memorial Day is behind us, and summer holidays are booking up fast. In fact, there’s a chance that that destination you were counting on is already at maximum capacity for Independence Day. With last-minute planners in mind, Yelp has compiled a list of 10 destinations around the country

Traveling with a furry friend? Check out these pet-friendly road trips across the U.S.

Travel with pets is a growing trend. Our four-legged pals provide emotional support as well as friendship when we’re away from home. Many hotels and resorts are pet-friendly and some even offer welcome amenities, dog-sitting services and gourmet canine cuisine. Some properties have a nightly or one-time charge, but chains like Kimpton Hotels welcome

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The threat of climate change, combined with my recent 30th birthday, means that I pretty much walk around in a permanent state of existential dread. And so earlier this year, fueled by guilt over how frequently I board a plane, I decided to try and become a more sustainable traveler. Admittedly, I haven’t been quite as disciplined as I had hoped to

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Saint Martin, the half-Dutch, half-French gem of the Leeward Islands, has been a popular vacation destination for Americans since the 1950s. Tragedy struck in September 2017, however, when the Category 5 Hurricane Irma raged over the island for a full eight hours. This was one of the worst-hit islands, and it’s estimated that more than 90 percent of the

Forbes Lists Estes Park As A Top Cheap Summer Travel Destination

Estes Park just made a Forbes list of best budget-friendly summer vacation spots this year. The magazine says the Colorado mountain town is a great place for families to travel together if they’re looking for a high country getaway. “Perched 7,500 feet above sea level, just 90 miles northwest of Denver, this charming mountain town features historic

Here's How Long It Takes to Actually Relax on Vacation

According to a survey of 2,000 Americans aged 25 to 55 years old conducted for G Adventures, American travelers don’t de-stress until three days into their vacation. That makes sense, since if you spend even part of the first day traveling you're unlikely to find time to unwind, and the second day can be swallowed up by getting used to your new

How This New Extra Long-range Plane by Airbus Could Change How You Travel

Airbus officially launched its new A321XLR aircraft this week at the Paris Air Show. The plane's fuel efficiency is especially impressive: Airbus says the aircraft will have 15-percent longer ranger than the current A321LR (and bear in mind that “LR” already stands for long range). The new extra-long-range aircraft will be capable of flying distances up to 4,700

WorldPride: New York's best LGBTQ art, heritage and party venues

As New York gets ready to celebrate WorldPride on 26 June and 50 years since the Stonewall uprising, locals pick cultural spaces, tours and nightlife that embody the city’s queer spirit. The Metropolitan Museum is marking Stonewall 50 with a gay-related theme for its annual gala and the exhibit Camp: Notes on Fashion (free with museum ticket; adult $25

Cruise ships ‘seized by Russian authorities’, putting hundreds of holidays at risk

The once-in-a-lifetime holidays of hundreds of travellers are in jeopardy after Russian authorities seized two ships from a Canada-based cruise company. One Ocean Expeditions (OOE) had leased the MV Akademik Ioffe and the MV Akademik Sergey from Russia since 2011 and 2012. The vessels each carried fewer than 100 passengers and were used for Arctic

River Queen riverboat cruises coming to Nitro

As a joint fundraising effort, the Nitro Historic Commission and the St. Albans Historical Society are bringing the River Queen riverboat from BB Riverboats of Cincinnati to Nitro, for a buffet cruise and a sightseer cruise on Sunday, June 30. Nitro Historic Commission Board member Jennifer Hensley said this will mark the second occasion the riverboat has

South African Airways And On Show Solutions Announce The 2019 Dates For The Africa Showcase

Fort Lauderdale, FL (June 18, 2019) – South African Airways (SAA), the national flag carrier of South Africa, and South Africa-based event organizer, On Show Solutions, announce the 2019 dates and locations for the Africa Showcase in North America. This

Julius and Ethel Rosenberg are executed

On June 19th, 1953, Julius and Ethel Rosenberg were executed in the electric chair at Sing Sing prison. Their deaths marked the first execution of civilians for espionage in U.S. history. Accused during the McCarthy era of passing secrets on atomic technology

Dominican Republic deaths: What we know, including two more US tourists incidents

Questions are swirling following the deaths of several tourists vacationing in the Dominican Republic. This week brought news that two more Americans were found dead in their hotel rooms in the Caribbean vacation destination: Joseph Allen, 55, of Woodbridge, New Jersey, and Leyla Cox, 53, of Staten Island, New York. Cox

Traveling to Europe? Make sure your measles vaccination is up to date

Measles is not the souvenir you want to bring back from your once-in-a-lifetime trip to Europe this summer, but there's an increasing likelihood that could happen if your vaccinations are not up to date. Researchers who work with the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are warning travelers to get their measles

Chicago River architecture tour second only to Vatican in popularity, travel website says

Other cities have rivers and big, shiny buildings, but none, apparently, that can quite measure up to Chicago’s. So say customers who book on TripAdvisor.com, which bills itself as the “world’s largest travel site.” Only the Vatican beat out Shoreline Sightseeing’s architecture river cruise in the top 10 of Travelers’ Choice awards for

Airbnb introduces 'adventures' for a trending travel experience

Hiking from Dana to Petra in Jordan, tracking lions on foot with Warriors in Kenya, or taking a paranormal tour of the US Southwest may not be on everyone’s summer to do list, but with the help of Airbnb, these once-in-a-lifetime adventure opportunities can become an every year reality. Over the past decade, the adventure

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It’s well-documented that spending time in nature is good for your health. The fresh air can put your mind at ease, a walk through the woods can give you just the right amount of cardio, and the pristine vistas of the great outdoors can give you a whole new perspective on the world. So, of course we should all be spending

Amtrak Wants to Lure Millennials Back to Train Travel With Faster Speeds (on Wi-Fi and the Tracks)

Amtrak has revealed a sneak peek of its new Acela Next-Gen trains, expected to hit the tracks from Boston to D.C. in 2021. The new trains are expected to shave 20 minutes off the journey time from New York City to Washington, D.C and include a host of millennial-friendly features, like faster Wi-Fi and power outlets. The

How to be a better tourist

“More people are travelling – which is great! – but there are no hidden gems anymore.” That’s a comment I overheard waiting in an immigration queue in Dublin last month. The travellers were talking about Dubrovnik, and how crowded all destinations seem lately. The idea struck me in a weird way. Sure, more people are

Would you be willing to fly on a pilotless jet? Airbus bets the answer is yes – eventually

The chief salesman for Airbus says his company already has the technology to fly passenger planes without pilots at all – and is working on winning over regulators and travelers to the idea. Christian Scherer also said in an interview with The Associated Press on Monday that Airbus hopes to be selling hybrid or electric passenger

Fury over US military using Galapagos airstrip

A plan by Ecuador to allow the US military to use an airstrip on the Galapagos island of San Cristobal has drawn an outcry from politicians and activists in the South American country. Critics say the move could threaten the fragile environment of the Pacific archipelago, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and compromise

Gleneagles in Scotland: The Quintessential British Country House Experience

Scotland’s Gleneagles just might be the most magical place on earth. The five star four-season resort on 850 lush acres in Perthshire offers something for everyone, regardless of their age. And, as it is less than an hour away by car from Edinburgh and Glasgow airports (and with direct train service from London), it is easy to get

5 Must-Haves For Your Next Luxury Vacation

The luxury travel market is projected to become the world's fastest growing travel sector. While the major luxury players clamor to offer more exotic and bespoke accommodations, adventures, and the like, one consideration remains: how to have a luxurious experience while getting to and from to all those luxury travel

River cruising continues to rise in popularity as visitor numbers soar

River cruises are on the rise. A total of 232,300 river cruises were taken by British and Irish holidaymakers last year, an increase of 10.4 per cent from 2017, according to figures released from Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) UK today. The Danube overtook the Rhine to become the most popular destination for UK

Azamara Club Cruises Rebrands As Azamara, Expands Land Offerings

Azamara Club Cruises has dropped the "Club Cruises" from its name to become Azamara, to reflect a move of significantly expanding its land offerings. The boutique line, part of Royal Caribbean International's portfolio, will offer a total of 1,700 land program tours as part of the rebrand -- which also sees a new logo. Passengers

'My rebel grandmother would approve' – a street art lesson in the laneways of Melbourne

“Let’s do a sneaky one here,” says James Wilson. “This is one of Melbourne’s laneways where street art is tolerated if you do something nice.” The artist reaches into a brown paper bag and pulls out a can of spray paint. My heart starts to thump. I look around to see if anyone is watching. Having met in the glittering marble

Their Finest Hour

On June 18, 1940, Sir Winston Churchill stood before the House of Commons. Only slightly more than a month earlier, he had become Prime Minister of Britain. It was the first year of World War II. The Battle of France waged on, and it was a certainty that

Chinatour.com Launches Elite Voyages Brand For Global Destinations

Diamond Bar, California, 17 June 2019 – Los Angeles County based tour operator China Travel CA, Inc. whose travel product brands include Chinatour.com unveils a new deluxe and luxury brand Elite Voyages to cater to increasing demands for global destinations

How To Take Better Travel Pics, According To Instagrammers

Taking epic travel photos can be tough, whether it’s getting the light just right and framing the shots just-so. Who better to dole out some helpful tips than travel Instagrammers with massive followings? Below, the community of travel photographers at Tiny Atlas Quarterly shared some A+ tips to keep in mind while

The Obamas Are Having a Seriously Luxurious Family Vacation

The entire Obama family is back on the vacation grind, this time in the south of France. Ever since leaving the White House, Barack, Michelle, and their two daughters Sasha and Malia have been galavanting around the globe, taking in the sights and living their best life. The family has been spotted on private yachts in French

World's best airline for 2019 revealed

The results are in -- Qatar Airways is back on top with flying colors, nabbing the top spot at the 2019 Skytrax World Airline Awards. Last year, the Gulf carrier was pipped to the post by Singapore Airlines, but now Qatar Airways is celebrating its fifth time grabbing the prestigious accolade -- having previously won in 2017, 2015

AmEx Platinum vs. Chase Sapphire Reserve—What's the Better Travel Card?

The Platinum Card from American Express and the Chase Sapphire Reserve are two of the best travel rewards credit cards currently available. Both offer incredible benefits, including airport lounge access, statement credits for travel purchases, Global Entry or TSA PreCheck application fee reimbursement, and the ability to transfer

7 Incredibly Cool LGBTQ-Friendly Destinations Around the World

What exactly is “gay travel?” Incidentally, it looks a lot like “straight” travel, in that no matter where we land on the infinite spectrum of the rainbow -- gay, lesbian, trans, non-binary, queer, and everything inbetween -- we all just want to create incredible memories, eat like a local, and see awe-inspiring sites. The world is a big place

India's city where people come to die

On a sunny November afternoon in Varanasi last year, I was standing under the shade of a huge neem tree in the courtyard of Mumukshu Bhawan guest house (‘The House of the Ailing’). As I listened to the sound of prayer coming from a nearby room, I was accosted by a short woman holding a large packet of namak para, a crunchy

Heathrow Airport reveals expansion masterplan

London's Heathrow Airport has released a new "masterplan" for its much-anticipated expansion, which will see a third runway open by 2026, making it one of the busiest airports in the world. The expansion, which has been a major point of contention in the UK for many years, got the green light from the British parliament in June 2018

10-year-old girl conquers Yosemite's El Capitan

Few adults can say they successfully scaled Yosemite National Park's famous El Capitan in California. That's why it's even more impressive that a 10-year-old from Colorado just did it. Selah Schneiter may have just became the youngest person in history to climb the park's 3,000-foot-high rock formation, reaching the summit

Latest South Western rail strike causes travel chaos for commuters

Commuters have described the disruption caused by the latest South Western Railway strike over the role of guards on trains as “chaos”. Members of the Rail, Maritime and Transport union began the action shortly after midnight on Tuesday as part of a five-day walkout. The strike is set to disrupt services for thousands of

Ireland’s big five adventure challenge

Halfway through cycling the Ring of the Reeks in Kerry, I realise I am going to make it. Not just the circuit’s full 90km but also the tourist board’s Big Five Challenge, which was launched this month. I started my mission three days earlier with a seven-hour trek to the top of Ireland’s highest peak, 1,039-metre Carrauntoohil in

Best Boutique Hotels In London

London is renowned for its classic hotels, but the city is far more than doormen and doilies. Bursting with fresh and inventive boutique properties, it's easier than ever to discover new corners of the city thanks to these younger, more affordable, and often more innovative boutique hotels. Teeming with English eccentricity and

Jimmy Buffett fan group became seriously ill while staying at Dominican Republic hotel

A group of Jimmy Buffett fans are adding themselves to the list of reports of serious illnesses and deaths at hotels in the Dominican Republic. Several member of the Central Oklahoma Parrothead Association (COPA) told Oklahoma TV station KFOR and NBC News that they became seriously ill while staying at the Hotel Riu Palace

Disney Wonder Cruise Ship to Receive Upgrades Before New Orleans Season

Disney Cruise Line has revealed upgrades to Disney Wonder, which include a New Orleans-style venue, that will debut on a September 2019 voyage from Vancouver to San Diego -- just in time for the ship's spring 2020 season sailing from the Louisiana homeport. The New Orleans-inspired lounge will be modeled after the French

Air Force Major Drowns Onboard Caribbean Cruise Ship

An Air Force major has drowned while on a cruise in the Caribbean. The Broward County, Florida, medical examiner's office says 37-year-old Stephen Osakue drowned Friday on board a Caribbean Princess ship. The South Florida Sun Sentinel reports ship personnel were unable to revive him. Cruise line spokesman Nagin

Man Kicked Off Cruise, Couldn't Fight Captain's Decision

Cruising is the vacation of choice for Robert and Esther Gaines. It is how they spent their honeymoon 40 years ago and how they enjoy their free time. "We've never had a bad experience," Esther Gaines said. "We're loyal NCL customers and that's what the biggest thing is, it's the shock that this happened to us," Robert Gaines

The riskiest vacation hot spots in Europe, ranked

Before you plan your European vacation, it's worth checking out which countries are the most dangerous and why. The US State Department ranks countries as Levels 1 through 4, from least dangerous to most dangerous. Twelve European countries are ranked Level 2, and the agency recommends American visitors

When travel insurance is worth the extra cost

The summer travel season is almost here. This year, millions of Americans are expected to take some sort of getaway, with two-thirds of leisure travelers planning a trip in the coming months. With the average price per vacation expected to be $2,523, you may want to add one more item to your packing list: travel insurance

6 Destinations You Should Travel to in Your 30s — Even If You've Already Been

As you head into your fourth decade here on Earth, you're wiser, savvier, and likely equipped with more disposable income. So it's also likely that your travel tastes have grown up with you. While you might have opted for the nearest hostel when you were backpacking post-college, these days, the number of pillows on

Brazil lifts visa requirement for citizens of four countries

If watching a game at Rio de Janeiro's Maracanã stadium has been on your bucket list since the 2014 FIFA World Cup, you can now do so without adding a trip to the consulate as part of your itinerary. Effective June 17, tourists from the United States, Canada, Japan and Australia will no longer need a visa to visit Brazil

Everything you need to know about travel with animals (and kids)

My kids are pet magnets when we're on the road. They're constantly adopting dogs and cats and other animals we encounter in our vacation rentals. If you don't know what that's like, you're probably one of the millions of Americans who vacation with their pets. You bring your own animal companions, you brave souls. A recent poll

The world's most harrowing roads

Ready for a road trip you'll never forget? Set your sights on one of these adventurous stretches of highway that provide access to some of the most arresting scenery on the planet. These are hands-on drives: none of our 10 picks will allow you to let your guard down or let cruise control do most of the driving. But you'll be rewarded

I traveled to the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone — here’s what it was like

Thirty-three years after reactor No. 4 melted down at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant near Pripyat, Ukraine — permanently evacuating entire towns, killing thousands and creating a massive Exclusion Zone — the disaster is back in the news thanks to HBO’s hit miniseries, “Chernobyl” and its accompanying podcast

Why cruises float the boats of the Instagram generation

When Emma Le Teace, 25, tried to get her boyfriend to go on a cruise with her, he didn’t want to go. She booked it regardless – and he loved it. “I think he’s been on five now.” She has been on 21 cruises, and is planning three more this year. “I love visiting new places and, with a cruise, you know your view is going to be

The Fastest Airlines In The U.S.

On a balmy 74-degree afternoon in early May, Southwest Flight 2275 from Los Angeles touched down in Las Vegas, ushering its six dozen passengers into the gambling mecca. The 57-minute flight wasn’t just on time—it was almost as fast as an airliner can fly that route, in keeping with a top-notch efficiency rating that makes the

United Airlines flight blows out tires during landing at Newark Liberty International Airport

A United Airlines flight blew out some its tires and skidded on a runway Saturday at Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey, leading to delays while the plane was towed away, the Federal Aviation Administration said. No injuries were reported when United Flight 627 -- which originated in Denver -- landed

The Statue of Liberty Arrives in NYC

The French frigate Isere steamed into New York Harbor on June 17, 1885. On board were 214 crates originating in France. Inside the crates were the 350 individual pieces that would be assembled to create the Statue of Liberty. The statue was a gift to the

Global air travel's biggest-ever breakthrough

Roughly 2,500 transatlantic flights soar through the skies each day, whisking passengers over the ocean in less than six hours. On super-smooth Airbus A330s and spacious Boeing 777s, passengers take travel across the Atlantic for granted, and it's easy to forget where it all began. June 15, 2019, marks 100 years since British

British Airways Looks to Artificial Intelligence to Change Air Travel

London Tech Week is finishing up this weekend and though it's not specifically aimed at travel, there's no doubt that technology is going to play a huge role in how we move around the globe in coming years. At the moment it can often feel as if technology hasn't really lived up to its promise. Airline apps are, for the most part

Disneyland Secures Permits for the Next Expansion: Marvel Land

Disneyland may have just opened Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, but the park is already looking to the next best thing: Marvel. The theme park has officially secured the permits it needs from the city of Anaheim to continue construction on Marvel Land, The Los Angeles Times reported. According to the newspaper, the attraction will

Travel on Trial: How I found zen in the pen with lemur yoga in the Lake District

When one’s eyes are closed, other senses prickle to attention. I could smell the young green shoots of spring, hear sulky drips of rainwater as they fell from branches above, and feel damp air on my skin. I could also feel something rest its small cold hand on my knee before launching its catlike body on to one of my crossed legs

Bermuda Will Host Its First Pride Parade This Year

Bermuda will host its first gay pride parade on August 31, nine months after re-legalizing same-sex marriage. “There is an inherent value in a public celebration of our LGBTQ community in Bermuda as a reminder that we exist and that we are members of the Bermuda community,” a spokesperson for OutBermuda, one of the main

Z Hotel Bath: review

Early evening at the Z Hotel Bath and the reception and lounge are full of clinking and chatter with people guzzling wine and munching cheese. It could be a special event – a conference maybe? Except, the crowd is an unusual mix: glamorous hen parties, American tourists and young couples. Daily, between 5pm and 8pm, it’s

The best immersive cultural experiences to try on an Asia cruise

Asia is full of wonderful sights, but simply seeing all of them isn’t a sure-fire way to understand its culture. There’s nothing like a little local interaction to elicit empathy and make the most vivid memories of your trip. Meditate with monks in Myanmar, pick up some shamanic dance steps in Sri Lanka, or take the pace down a

Who needs Bruges? 10 surprising travel options in Belgium

Visitors to Belgium inevitably make a beeline for Bruges. The fairy-tale city, with its canals and cobbles, is certainly pretty – but is increasingly falling victim to its own popularity. More than eight million tourists went there last year, raising concerns about the sort of overcrowding seen in cities like Venice and Barcelona. But

Mediterranean 'Runaway to Paradise' Cruise with Bon Jovi

Norwegian Cruise Line—in collaboration with Runaway Tours and Sixthman— has released the details of the upcoming summer “Runaway to Paradise Cruise,” headlined by superstar Jon Bon Jovi. This music-themed Mediterranean cruise will set sail out of Barcelona, Spain to Palma, Majorca on Norwegian Pearl from August

20 mistakes to avoid making on a cruise

With all-you-can-eat buffets, late-night dance parties, and beautiful ocean views, cruise vacations can be memorable experiences with something for all ages. There are some things passengers should know, however, in order to make the most of their trip. Travelers should be aware of cruise offerings that may not be worth the

Congress adopts the Stars and Stripes

On June 14, 1777, the Continental Congress adopted a new resolution on the design of their newly forming nation's flag. The resolution stated that the flag would have 13 stripes alternating white and red, representing the original 13 colonies, and 13 stars in

The 29 riskiest countries for Americans to travel to

The US State Department's public travel advisories outline the potential dangers Americans face traveling abroad. The agency uses four levels of travel guidance to inform potential visitors whether the country poses danger, or in some cases, is completely off-limits. These 29 countries are designated "reconsider travel" or "do

Rome has had enough of travelers' debauchery, cracking down on rowdy tourists

Too much Dolce Vita can get you banned from Rome, where the mayor on Friday ushered in a permanent get-tough approach on boorish behavior by tourists and those Romans who exploit them. Exasperated by tourists who frolic in Rome’s public fountains, vandalize its monuments and treat its landmarks as their own personal

Learning to cook the world's most delicious food

Lucy Aitchison is thwacking a stalk of lemongrass with the side of a cleaver. A trainee surgeon from Sydney, Australia, she has grabbed the opportunity to attend a cooking class with a Thai chef while in Bangkok for a conference. "I don't have much time to cook at home," she says. "I was keen to do this class because you can

Popular medieval Belgian town Bruges makes moves to restrict tourism

Visiting the famous Belfry may no longer be so simple, as Bruges is the latest European city to make moves regarding tourism restrictions. The Belgian city is a popular stop along European grand tours. Its historic city center was added to the UNESCO World Heritage list in 2000, being cited as "an outstanding example of a

Power outage at Honolulu airport causes travel delays

Hawaii officials say a power outage at Honolulu's international airport has caused travel delays. Department of Transportation spokesman Tim Sakahara says the power went out in Terminal 1 at Daniel K. Inouye International around 9:15 a.m. The outage was confined to Terminal 1 and the flight control tower at the

Everyone's Going to Want These New Away Bags With Colorful Zippers

Travelers and travel editors love Away suitcases for their functionality and design — and while the bright colors (we're looking at you, millennial pink) are a draw for some, others prefer the luggage brand's sleek, subdued styles. Now, you can get a little bit of both. Away has teamed up with Alex Eagle, the London-based creative

The family vacation planning guide for parents who hate to plan

If you hate to plan, your last family vacation probably was filled with chaos. I know a thing or two about that. Here's a memorable scene: It's New Year's Day. I've just boarded a flight from Phoenix to Denver with three kids. Everyone's a little nervous because we have no place to stay in Colorado and nothing to do while we're

Vancouver burns to the ground

On June 13, 1886, the newly incorporated city of Vancouver, British Columbia was clearing brush out of the areas between Main and Cambie streets. A controlled burn fire was started to burn the brush and debris. Suddenly, however, a strong wind arose

The Best Outdoor Activities in Bermuda

Bermuda may be the perfect outdoor playground: From pink sand beaches to turquoise water, subterranean caves to lush jungles, and coral reefs to centuries-old forts, this 21-square-mile island has everything an outdoor adventurer could want. “The full Bermuda experience is so much more than the beach,” said Kevin

10 of the UK's best canal and river walks: readers’ travel tips

The Crinan Canal is known as “Britain’s most scenic shortcut”. It crosses the Kintyre peninsula, saving boats from the long and occasionally dangerous trip around the Mull of Kintyre, and the prospect of dicing with the Corryvreckan whirlpool. The canal is nine miles long, cutting across country from Ardrishaig in the east to

Santorini Hot List: The Best New Hotels For A Greek Island Getaway

If I could snap my fingers and suddenly appear anywhere in the world this summer, it would be in Santorini. One of the most Instagram photographed locations; the tiny Santorini Islands are also among the most romantic on the planet. All it takes is one dramatic sunset experience, and you are hooked. Sitting on your

Train baby to get 25 years free rail travel

A baby girl that was born an Irish train has been given 25 years worth of free rail travel. The unscheduled arrival happened on the 15:05 local time service from Galway to Dublin on Tuesday. A doctor and two nurses who were on the train at the time, helped to deliver the baby on board. The mother and newborn were taken

Carnival Cruise Line wouldn't let passenger off ship after 'major' heart attack, lawsuit alleges

Carnival Cruise Line, the world's largest cruise operator, is being sued by the family of a 65-year-old passenger who died after allegedly not being allowed off the ship to receive medical treatment for a heart attack. The family of Jeffrey Eisenman is bringing the lawsuit against the Carnival Sunshine and its crew for negligence and

Oceania's Sirena Cruise Ship Sees Redesigned Cabins, Public Spaces and More

Oceania Cruises did not spare its newest ship from a fleetwide refurbishment program originally developed to inject new life into its oldest and smallest ships. Sirena, which launched in April 2016, has emerged from dry dock with completely redesigned cabins and suites, refreshed public spaces and new artwork throughout. All

Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this wall

On June 12, 1987, US President Ronald Reagan stood in front of cameras poised at the Berlin Wall. It was clear that the arms race with the Soviet Union was nearly over, that the United States had driven the Soviets to the brink of collapse. Soviet leader Gorbachev

Where We're Traveling This Summer: Women Who Travel Podcast

Summer may have already started, but it's still not too late to plan a trip. And considering there are a few national holidays (July 4th and Labor Day among them) to plan your vacation around, there's no better time to maximize your travel plans, either. As a follow-up to last year's summer travel episode, Meredith chatted with travel news

She’s Visited 175 Countries and Expects to Become the First Black Woman to Visit Every Country in the World. Here Are Her Favorite Travel Tips

Jessica Nabongo had everything she thought she wanted. Quickly moving up the ladder at a prominent pharmaceutical company in Detroit, Nabongo bought her own condo. Her company paid her cell phone and internet bills, and she had a 401(k). She bought nice clothes and shoes, and she could easily travel with her six

The best — and worst — airports in the world, according to Fodor's Travel

When it comes to traveling, you want to be prepared. That means knowing what the best experiences are in the world travel — and the worst. The inaugural Fodor's Travel Awards results are in, chosen by the company's editorial team of travel experts, which have named the best airports, airlines and cruises across the U.S. and the

Underwear photos prompt Chernobyl criticism

The writer and producer of the hit HBO series "Chernobyl" has called on visitors to the site of the nuclear disaster to show respect, after a series of inappropriate photos were posted online. "It's wonderful that #ChernobylHBO has inspired a wave of tourism to the Zone of Exclusion. But yes, I've seen the photos going around," tweeted

13 Awkward and Amazing Stages of Traveling Alone For the First Time

The thought of traveling alone can be scary, but once you get past your fears, it's actually incredibly fun, freeing, and life-changing. The most valuable lesson solo travel has to teach you is just how capable you are all by yourself. Learning to depend on yourself to solve problems as well as how to keep yourself entertained without the

6 Disney World Tips to Make Your Vacation Even Better, According to a Disney Expert

Anyone planning a trip to Walt Disney World knows it’s a fun and exciting place. But it can also be an expensive and confusing one. Not to fear, there are plenty of ways to navigate the park, from strategically planning your FastPass+ to getting your food quickly to finding the best places to see a show. Disney expert Susan Veness

34 Reasons Sri Lanka Should Be Your Next Travel Destination

A diverse country overflowing with culture and authentic opportunities for local travel experiences, Sri Lanka is a destination worth exploring while it's still relatively under the radar. With strong culinary tastes, ample wildlife encounters, and the ability to hike in the highland mountains in the morning and catch a surf on the beach in the

Western Spain road trip: Madrid to Seville

Extremadura takes a little bit more effort to get to than many other parts of Spain. And because there is no beach, few of the 82.8 million people who visited Spain last year went to the region. Yet it is home to some of the country’s finest medieval towns and Roman architecture – and all the people who created Spain (Romans, Goths

Behind the scenes at a private jet factory

Just like in the artisan neighborhoods of old European towns, each section of the factory floor is dominated by a particular craft. Carpentry in one corner, upholstery in another -- some areas look more like an artistic atelier than an aircraft plant. We are at Bombardier's Centre of Excellence, a facility on the outskirts of Montreal, Canada

The best cruises to try on the Mississippi

With the legendary Delta Queen decommissioned for the foreseeable future, just two cruise lines – American Queen Steamboat Company and American Cruise Lines – continue to ply the Mississippi. Here's how to discover the delights of this mighty river in style. As the largest riverboat in the world, American Queen is the go-to vessel

More Stunning New Suites Aboard Seabourn's First Purpose-Built Expedition Cruise Ships

After providing the industry and media the first peek inside its first purpose-built expedition ships during the Seatrade Cruise Global conference in April, Seabourn, a unit of Carnival Corporation & Plc, has revealed the rest of the Adam D. Tihany designed suites. The Seabourn Venture is set to take to the seas June 2021 with her soon to

San Clemente Island, A Venetian Oasis With A Luxury Hotel And Contemporary Art

The San Clemente Palace Kempinski first came on my radar when we visited to see a sculpture exhibition on the grounds of the hotel's private island during the 2017 Venice Biennale. Curated by Gisela Winkelhofer, the exhibition featured works by six contemporary artists: Sylvie Fleury, Jeppe Hein, Lori Hersberger, Gregor Hildebrandt, Brigitte

She meant to go to the bathroom. She opened the plane’s emergency exit instead.

A passenger on a flight bound for Pakistan caused a seven-hour delay after she opened an emergency exit before the plane took off from Manchester, England, reportedly mistaking it for a bathroom door. Pakistan International Airlines Flight 702 was about to depart for Islamabad Friday night when the woman opened the rear exit, causing an

Drunk Florida man vapes into bag on Spirit flight, gets banned for life, deputies say

A Florida man won’t have to worry about sneaking smoke breaks on Spirit flights anymore — because his vaping got him permanently banned from the budget airline, authorities said. The 30-year-old St. Petersburg man was traveling from Detroit to New Orleans when a flight attendant caught him smoking an e-cigarette and exhaling into a bag

The Most Beautiful Beaches You've Never Heard Of, According To Travel Influencers

For many people, summertime means lazy days spent on the beach. While there are plenty of beautiful beaches to chose from in America, why not go a bit far out and spend some (virtual) time at some lesser-known spots around the world? The folks at Tiny Atlas Quarterly (if you don’t follow them on Instagram, do so at once) asked their community

Measles cases surpass 1,000 in span of 6 months; medical experts worry about summer travel

Reported measles cases exceeded 1,000 in the first six months of 2019 – the highest number in 27 years, according to the most recent Centers for Disease Control and Prevention data. The total in the U.S. has grown to 1,022, the CDC reported. That's the highest since 1992, where there were 2,200 cases nationwide. Cases have been reported in 28

Chernobyl suddenly becomes visitor hotspot

It was the scene of the world's worst ever nuclear disaster, but three decades later Chernobyl is emerging as one of the planet's hottest tourism tickets after a new TV series. For the past few years, a steady stream of adventurous visitors has been drawn to the macabre spectacle of the deserted, decaying city around the power station. Now, since

These 10 Cookbooks Will Make You Want To Travel (and Also Eat)

If there’s anything that sways the pendulum to a definite “yes” when it comes to whether or not I decide to go to a place (any place), it’s whether or not there will be food. If yes? I will go. If no? I will probably not go. Therefore, when deciding on whether or not I’d like to visit a destination, I am easily swayed by the cuisine of that particular land. If

The unique culture of Japanese convenience stores

In her popular novel, Convenience Store Woman, Japanese author Sayaka Murata tells the story of Keiko Furukura, a worker at an unnamed convenience store who is struggling to find a place in a traditional society due to her status as an unmarried 36-year-old with a blue-collar job. However, the true star of the unorthodox character’s story is her

Helicopter Crash Lands Onto New York City Building, Killing One

A helicopter believed to be used for executive travel crash landed on top of a building in midtown Manhattan about 11 minutes after taking off on Monday afternoon, killing the pilot on board, New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio told reporters at a news conference. The building is a 54-story office complex in midtown Manhattan located between West

Dominican Republic faces tourist backlash after David Ortiz shooting, multiple deaths

Between a string of tourist deaths — and more being called into question as a result — plus the shooting of famed Boston Red Sox player David Ortiz, the Dominican Republic has been in the news for all the wrong reasons. And it's concerning potential tourists. Recent incidents are putting the Dominican Republic in the headlines. In May, within a

Club Med's Chinese owner wants to buy Thomas Cook

The Chinese owner of Club Med wants to buy the tour operating business of Thomas Cook, a move that could rescue the 178-year-old British brand and help it expand in Asia. Thomas Cook said Monday that it's discussing a sale with Fosun, though it's unclear if talks will result in a formal offer. Fosun (FOSUF), a Chinese conglomerate with health

10 of Europe's best new seaside hotels

On a remote and rocky hillside on the Mani peninsula, a 90-minute drive south from Kalamata airport, Aria Estate is a group of 13 B&B apartments built last year. Each minimalist suite has exposed brickwork, a simple kitchenette and a terrace where the seasonal four-course breakfast is served. Afternoon tea with homemade cake and aperitifs with

This NYC Hotel Is Celebrating Pride Month by Giving Guests Drag Makeovers

Now that the winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race season 11 has been crowned and Pride Month is in full swing, you might be wondering: should I become a drag queen? Well, one New York City hotel wants to help you figure it out. To celebrate Pride, The James New York — NoMad is pulling out all the stops (and the wigs) for a night of “drag education

Cruise ship rescues fishermen stranded at sea for two days

Carnival Cruise Line ships keep coming to the rescue. One of the cruise line’s ships heading toward Miami made a detour to come to the aid of a small fishing boat. Seven passengers were successfully rescued after reportedly spending two days stuck at sea. Carnival Horizon was returning to Miami from Aruba on Friday when they were alerted

How Cruise Lines Handle Storms, Fog, Bomb Cyclones, and More

Water sloshing across the deck, waves lapping at cabin windows, furniture flying, dishes smashing. We’ve all seen terrifying videos of what happens when a cruise ship gets caught in a major storm. But the toughest reality might be this: generally, it looks worse than it is. Though we can’t control Mother Nature, when bad weather strikes, cruise lines

Jacques-Yves Cousteau's Birthday

Born on June 11, 1910, in Saint-André-de-Cubzac, Gironde, Cousteau was a French naval officer who became one of the world's greatest explorers, ecologists, filmmakers and scientists. His passion was the oceans of the world and the sea life in them, and he co

G Adventures Announces 2nd Headquarters, Expansion in the U.S.A.

June 3, 2019 (Boston, MA) -- Tour operator G Adventures has announced the establishment of a second global headquarters for its international business in the United States, with the creation of an HQ2 in Boston, Massachusetts. The second head office will complement the

13 Under-the-radar Places to Plan Your Next Family Vacation, According to Our Expert Travel Advisors

Family vacations are often a child’s first glimpse into the world of travel. This makes where you choose to jet off to not only important, but crucial for fostering a love of seeing the world. The A-List, Travel + Leisure’s group of the world’s top travel advisors, understand that lifelong memories are a joy to be made, and have plenty of suggestions for

Orphaned elephants get new life in Kenya

When they found Enkesha in Kenya's Masai Mara in 2017, the baby elephant's trunk was nearly severed by the wire snare wrapped tightly around it. She was in intense pain and at risk of losing the appendage so necessary for food and survival. It took a three-hour operation and a lot of aftercare but, two years later, calf's trunk has knitted well. When

World's Top Travel Experts Announce The Best Hotels, Bars And Spas For 2019

High-end travelers are using experienced advisors now more than ever. Considering how unpredictable exotic travel is in remote areas, they are turning to experts to vet the very best hotels and properties. The global luxury travel network Virtuoso has a huge group of experts and advisors, and they have revealed their nominations for its 2019 Best

The surprising truth about Indian food

I was in a narrow kitchen in Mumbai, one of India’s most strikingly modern cities, watching an ancient Indian meal being cooked on vessels of baked clay. Utensils made from leaves, wood and metal were scattered across the kitchen. The food was being prepared using only ingredients native to the subcontinent, which meant that the sharpness of

Alaska Air criticized after video surfaces of worker 'carelessly throwing luggage' off plane

Alaska Airlines is under fire for a video posted to social media that depicts a worker handling passengers' luggage without much regard for keeping contents safe. According to a June 5 Twitter post from user Raz Davidov, an Alaska Airlines worker at the Los Angeles International Airport was "carelessly throwing luggage out of the plane." "This is

NYC to Shanghai in 40 minutes: SpaceX's goal for point-to-point space travel

Sending everyday people to space has been a dream since the days of the Apollo missions but space travel has long been out of reach for all but a select few humans in history. However, space tourism is slowly coming closer to reality, with companies like Richard Branson’s Virgin Galactic and Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin closing in on taking short trips up to

16 quotes from Anthony Bourdain on love, travel, and omelets that show why he's so missed

It's been one year since the tragic death of celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain. As the host of CNN's "Parts Unknown" and Travel Channel's "Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations," Bourdain was known for his dark humor, memorable one-liners, and his lust for all things culinary. Here are some of his most thought-provoking quotes on travel, vegetarians, life

These Are the Best Free 4th of July Fireworks Across the U.S.

Watching fireworks on the 4th of July is as traditional as hamburgers and apple pie. But while the fireworks displays themselves are fantastic explosions of color and light, they’re also often over in just a matter of minutes. Instead, make a day of it and see a concert and eat some great local food at some of the totally free events planned in cities

Flight shaming is taking off – can travel be more ethical?

When 16-year-old climate change activist Greta Thunberg arrived in London as part of her awareness tour in April, the way she travelled was part of her message. After leaving her home in Stockholm, she went to Strasbourg and then Rome before going to the UK, all by train. The journey was part of the flygskam, or “flight-shaming”, movement, which

10 Perfect Honeymoon Gifts for the Traveling Couple

The average age of a first marriage in the United States for both men and women continues to grow closer and closer to 30. Many millennials are choosing to delay getting hitched as they focus on expanding their careers — and their worldview. This means by the time they walk down the aisle or find a partner to share their life with, they likely have

A luxury cruise company is offering a scholarship to travel Croatia for free and help save dolphins and turtles, with accommodation, meals, and transport included

A cruise company is offering a scholarship combining marine conservation and luxury travel in Croatia. Half of the four-week scholarship will be spent doing volunteer work with dolphins, turtles, and marine life, and you can spend your free time snorkelling or relaxing on the beach. The other two weeks will be spent travelling Croatia in luxury style

Pro athlete trades cricket for a life in India's wilderness

Tucked in the heart of a lush, expanding forest, within the deep jungles of Karnataka, is The Bison, a luxury ecotourism resort. It lies between two of India's premier tiger reserves, Bandipur National Park and Nagarhole National Park. The owner, Saad Bin Jung, spends his days caring for the animals and capturing their beauty through photography. It's

Cruise ships are target of Venice protest after canal crash

Thousands of people have marched in Venice to demand that cruise ships be kept out of the Italian city’s lagoon. The protest Saturday was galvanized by a crash six days earlier involving a cruise ship that struck a much smaller river boat in Venice’s Giudecca Canal. The crash injured five people. Some marchers carried banners that read “Ships out of the

A tour of Orwell’s Jura, where he wrote 1984

The black typewriter gives a satisfying “clack” when I hit its keys. The antiquated contraption sits on an upstairs windowsill in a house where there is a view on to a bay of graphite-coloured water that laps the shore. Above are tumbling slopes of bog cotton, bracken and foxgloves. In the late 1940s, Barnhill, a stout, white-washed house, on the

American Cruise Lines’ 2nd Modern Riverboat Nears Completion

Guilford, CT—June 7, 2019—American Cruise Lines announced that at 5:00 am this morning, that its 2nd new modern riverboat, American Harmony, moved under its own power to the shipyard’s outfitting pier for final touches. American Harmony was successfully launched at

The Hanging of Bridget Bishop

Bridget Bishop spoke her mind. She dressed in a flamboyant way, at least in the eyes of her Puritan neighbors in Salem, Massachusetts. When several young girls in the community began acting strangely and telling tales of strange apparitions and pain, Bridget was accused

Celebrate Father’s Day by Giving the Gift of Travel with Spotlight Tours from Collette

This year, celebrate Father’s Day by giving the gift of travel with Spotlight Tours from Collette. Spotlight tours are designed to immerse guests into one locale by allowing them to see more highlights of the city in a shorter amount of time. These tours have low activity level which

The Treaty of Tordesillas

On June 7, 1494, the countries of Spain and Portugal signed the Treaty of Tordesillas, so named for the Spanish city it was created in. The treaty divided the New World of the newly discovered Americas between the two governments. The treaty only recognized any prior claims by

Cuba travel restrictions: What you need to know

Travel to Cuba got more difficult -- and more confusing -- this week for Americans and travelers under US jurisdiction. The announcement by the Trump administration Tuesday banning cruise ship operations from the United States to Cuba and eliminating "people-to-people" educational travel for Americans jolted the travel industry and put a wrench in many US

From Flying to Heights, How to Tackle the Most Common Travel Fears

One client was terrified of heights, so Carroll sent him hiking up a mountain in British Columbia with a man who was both a fully qualified hiking guide as well as a life coach. He helped the client move past his fears at every step. Another client “was scared of snorkeling, not because of the diving, but because he didn’t want slimy fish rubbing against him,” he says. Carroll

The riskiest vacation hotspots in the Caribbean, ranked

The US State Department's public travel advisories let Americans know what countries are safe to travel to, and which ones they should be wary of. With at least five Americans reported dead in the Dominican Republic in the last three months, it's worth checking these alerts before going on your Caribbean next vacation. The State Department uses four levels of travel to

Travel problems persist at Los Angeles International Airport after power outage

Travel problems have persisted at Los Angeles International Airport following a power outage that darkened the entire facility and caused flight diversions, delays and cancellations. Terminal 1 handles Southwest Airlines Co. flights and was cleared early Thursday after officials decided departing passengers needed to be rescreened. An airport tweet says the action was

I Was a Flight Attendant During the Golden Age of Travel

In May 1967, a month before graduating from college, I still didn’t know what I wanted to do. The airlines were just starting to fly jets and needed to expand their stewardess base, and a boyfriend from New York suggested I consider it—that way, I could get out of the Midwest mindset. He was right. We had it all. We saw the world. We went from being small-town girls to

She Combined Her Love Of Travel And Yoga To Support Girls' Education Around The World

Jordan Ashley was 25-years-old when she first envisioned the concept for Souljourn Yoga, the nonprofit she founded to support girls’ education in developing nations. Her epiphany occurred in a yoga class, of course. She’d just returned to New York City after living abroad in Southeast Asia, and was struck by the lack of community she felt in the studio. Everyone

1,000-year-old mystery surrounds ancient city

Shrouded in thick rainforest and centuries of mystery, the ancient Mayan city of Tikal is one of the greatest overlooked sites of antiquity in the West. We've all heard of Machu Picchu, but the scale and preservation of Tikal, located in the lowland tropical forest of eastern Guatemala, dwarfs the famed Incan ruins in Peru. Some of Tikal's skyscraping temples, which rise

How Waldorf Astoria Is Pacing The High-End Travel Race

Paris can make quite the argument for being the world’s sports capital right now. The French Open is in the midst of another unforgettable run. The FIFA Women’s World Cup runs across the City of Light and eight other France destinations from June 7 to July 7. And the 24 Hours of Le Mans, one of racing’s most grueling events, takes place on June 15 and 16 in a town only

Jerusalem's Old City now accessible for wheelchair users

Jerusalem's Old City is many things: sacred to three major faiths, a UNESCO World Heritage Site -- and now, wheelchair accessible. After a decade of work that involved multiple private and public organizations in Israel, the city unveiled a comprehensive effort to make the Old City's narrow alleyways and steep inclines more friendly to visitors and locals with

This New Memory Foam Travel Pillow Has Quickly Become a Best-seller on Amazon

It’s hard to imagine that one of Amazon’s most popular travel pillows, the Trtl Pillow (amazon.com, $30), could possibly be dethroned from its legendary status — but there’s a new arrival on the retail giant’s site that’s already stealing the spotlight. The MLVOC Memory Foam Travel Pillow launched on Amazon earlier this year, and has already made it to Amazon’s number

The Products I Use In-Flight to Make My Skin Just a Little Less Miserable

Airline cabins are confined cesspools of microbial creatures in giddy delirium at the sight of all those humans sinking ever-deeper into their seat cushions. The air feels fetid and stale because it is fetid and stale, any attempt to twist those plastic udders above to get some circulation only making it worse, whatever it is that spews out definitely not air. Domestic air

Norwegian once saw big promise in Cuba. Now the U.S. ban forced it to cancel cruises

Two years ago, the Norwegian Sky was Norwegian Cruise Line’s first ship to sail to Cuba. On Tuesday, the Sky was one of the last ships to leave Havana, and the company has since canceled all its fall Cuba sailings after the U.S. ban was announced earlier this week. "Sailing into the Havana Harbor today, we were welcomed by the Cuban people with open arms and

Disney's 2 largest ships to keep sailing from Port Canaveral through end of 2020

Disney Cruise Line's fall 2020 schedule is out, and it shows the cruise line's two biggest ships will remain based at Port Canaveral during that time. The 4,000-passenger Disney Fantasy will sail Caribbean and Bahamian itineraries ranging from three to eight nights. Its sister ship, the 4,000-passenger Disney Dream, will sail three- and four-night Bahamian cruises to

3 Americans found dead in Dominican Republic sister resorts within 5 days

Miranda Schaup-Werner had just checked into her Grand Bahia Principe hotel, in the Dominican Republic town of San Pedro de Macoris, and was taking pictures from her room balcony on May 25 when she started to feel ill. Less than two hours later, she was dead, local authorities said. The 41-year-old Pennsylvania woman is the third American known to have

48 hours in . . . York, an insider guide to this ancient walled city

Everyone knows about York’s Roman and Viking history, but not so many people realise it has a wealth of luxury boutique accommodation and a thriving cultural scene, with cool neighbourhoods full of independent shops, restaurants and cafés, as well as countless museums, theatres and attractions. York is an ideal size for exploring on foot, and is surrounded by

First Drive-in Movie Theater is Opened

On June 6, 1933, the first drive-in movie theater was opened by Richard Hollingshead in Camden County, New Jersey. The movie shown was "Wives Beware," starring Adolphe Menjou

5 Gifts For Grads Who Want To Travel

With graduation season on the horizon, most grads are gearing up for that essential rite of passage: a trip of a lifetime to see more of the world, learn more about life—and an opportunity to document it all on Instagram. But one can’t travel without the basic essentials. Whether it’s hiking through America’s national parks, backpacking across Europe’s famed

Here's how not to get sick while traveling abroad (and steps to take if you do)

Vacations can quickly spiral into expensive ordeals when illness strikes. Though serious sickness is rare, those who get ill are typically ill-prepared: Less than 20 percent of travelers visiting family or friends in different countries sought medical advice before going. To combat sickness abroad, prevent it, prepare for it and check symptoms out if you're unsure

Amtrak As A Summer Travel Alternative

Another spring weekend has come and gone, and summer vacation is just around the corner. Summer is when families travel. Highways are always packed at this time of year, while 2019 is predicted to be the “summer from hell” at US airports. A record 257.4 million people will fly from June 1 through the end of August according to Airlines for America

11 Travel Destinations Bookworms Need to Go to Before They Die

Books can take you to unimaginable places, but here are the top real-life destinations you can take your love for books to. The road of the traveling book lover is fraught with hardship: while the carefree traveler traipses from one destination to the next with a light carry-on and a spring in their step, the travels of the fretful book connoisseur are typically weighed

Chicago-based gay tour company’s trip to Ethiopia in doubt after threats

Rogers Park-based Toto Tours offers its mostly gay clientele trips to far-flung locales all across the globe: Sumatra, Bhutan, Macedonia — just to name a few. But a “Treasures of Ethiopia” trip planned for late October is now in doubt after religious groups in the notoriously anti-gay East African country recently got wind of it, sparking a firestorm on social media. “I’m

Top 10 American Cites for Family Friendly Travel

Travel is a wonderful way to reconnect with family. It gives parents the chance to catch-up and touch base with the kids, and children can go on an awesome adventure and be reminded that their folks are actually pretty cool after all. While destinations like New York, Washington and Disneyland Park tend to get the lion’s share of attention as family focused

Vietnam launches first helicopter sightseeing flights over Halong Bay

Cruising Halong Bay has long been one of the top things to do when visiting Vietnam. And now tourists have a new way to experience the dazzling natural attraction. Northern Vietnam Helicopter Company, a subsidiary of state-owned helicopter operator Vietnam Helicopter Corporation, has launched a series of tourism flights over the scenic Halong Bay area. Added

'The Plaza' Is A Nostalgic Look At The History Of New York's Most Famous Hotel

In 1988's Big Business, Bette Midler and Lily Tomlin (twice each) play mismatched twins who converge on the Plaza Hotel for a fateful stockholders' meeting. The bedroom farce unfolds in replicas of the hotel's luxurious suites and plush lobby, amid two equally high-stakes outrages: the corporate espionage; and the $12.50 pancakes. Relentless capitalism is nothing

Peek inside Italy's newest luxury hotel, run by a world-famous chef

Food-loving travelers can now add a new, exclusive oasis to their dream destination list. Situated just outside of Modena, in Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region, is the luxurious Casa Maria Luigia, a stunning country inn surrounded by picturesque gardens, lovely fountains and art sculptures. But what makes this bed and breakfast so special isn’t just the gorgeous

Cruises to Cuba Are Abruptly Canceled, After New Travel Ban

Cruise lines Royal Caribbean and Norwegian said on Wednesday that they will no longer sail to Cuba, joining Carnival Corporation, which announced earlier in the day that it will no longer operate cruises to the island, effective immediately. The companies’ decision came one day after the Trump administration banned cruises, private yachts and fishing vessels

Wine expert Leslie Sbrocco will curate this Danube River cruise

Rub elbows with TV host and wine expert Leslie Sbrocco as you sail the Danube River on a weeklong wine cruise that visits Budapest, Hungary; Vienna; and Prague, Czech Republic. The November cruise will be aboard AmaWaterways’ newest ship, the AmaMagna, which debuted in May and is twice the width of traditional river ships. Sbrocco will lead a special

Too Many People Want to Travel

Late in May, the Louvre closed. The museum’s workers walked out, arguing that overcrowding at the home of the Mona Lisa and the Venus de Milo had made the place dangerous and unmanageable. “The Louvre suffocates,” the workers’ union said in a statement written in French, citing the “total inadequacy” of the

Elvis appears on Milton Berle’s Show

On June 5, 1956 Elvis Presley appeared on the Milton Berle Show. The entertainer performed the song “Hound Dog”, singing without his guitar. During the performance, Presley used hip and leg movements that were later to become his

US bans cruise ships and group tours from visiting Cuba; cruise lines scrutinizing rules

The Trump administration on Tuesday ended the most popular forms of U.S. travel to Cuba, banning cruise ships and a heavily used category of educational travel in an attempt to cut off cash to the island’s communist government. Cruise travel from the U.S. to Cuba began in May 2016 during President Barack

DNA Travel on PBS With Dancer Mickela Mallozzi

DNA travel is becoming increasingly trendy, but no one has done it quite like Mickela Mallozzi. Mallozzi is the four-time Emmy® Award-winning host and Executive Producer of Bare Feet with Mickela Mallozzi, a travel series highlighting the diversity of dance which airs on public television stations nationwide and on

Black Travel Vibes: Don't Worry 'Bout a Ting in Jamaica

Laid-back, welcoming and irie are just a few of the words that come to mind when describing the unmatched vibe of Jamaica. Despite being one of the most popular islands in the Caribbean, the county lives up to its motto “Out of Many, One People,” by making all those who land on its sandy shores feel at

East Hampton Now Has the Glamping Retreat of Your Summertime Dreams

A half-finished bottle of wine was nestled among the rocks of the beach, a generous wedge of brie handy; the gently rippled waves of the Long Island Sound turned slightly pink by the setting sun. We settled down to our beachside picnic at Cedar Point County Park, just north of East Hampton, clinking our plastic wine

Dolly Parton on Dollywood

Dolly Parton, dressed in a sequined lilac pantsuit with black piping and matching butterfly wings, stood on an outdoor stage on a recent Friday morning. Behind her was a 52-foot sculpture of a “Wildwood Tree,” with 620 acrylic butterflies. She was commemorating Wildwood Grove, a new six-acre addition to

British Airways Unveils Its Own English Sparkling Wine

After the long and arduous journey to the airport, through check-in, security, and boarding, there’s nothing quite like finally sitting down in your seat on the plane and enjoying a nice glass of champagne. After all that work to get on the aircraft you’ve earned it. And now, British Airways is hoping to make that one

Amtrak's Latest Deal Makes Long-Haul Train Travel Bearable

When we write Amtrak deals, we usually shy away from the ultra-long trips for one reason: they only apply to seats, for the most part, and no one wants to sit in an economy seat for an overnight train ride. (We repeat, no one.) But this summer, Amtrak is making cross-country train rides a lot more affordable—and

Chernobyl welcomes the tourists – ‘a messy and morally queasy experience’

Last November, I stood in the forest of Pripyat – the town that was evacuated after the Chernobyl reactor exploded 2km away in 1986 – being alternately laughed at and shouted at by Ukrainian soldiers. I was wearing the faintly ludicrous hazmat suit I had been compelled to don when getting off the tour bus, idly

How to pay for Disney World trip? Start baking cupcakes

Isaiah Tuckett has dreamed of going to Disney World for about as long as he can remember. But taking a family of seven to soak up all the wonders of greater Orlando, Florida, is no small travel investment, and his parents wanted Isaiah, their youngest, to be old enough to remember the trip. "Timing just never

10 of the best hostels in rural Scotland

One of the new breed of boutique hostels, the Cowshed on the north-west coast of Skye looks out over the bay to the ferry terminal in Uig and offers spectacular sunsets and occasional views of the northern lights. The bunkrooms feature built-in bunks with tongue-and-groove walls, tartan privacy curtains, downy

Cruise Ship Itineraries Affected Following Collision in Venice

MSC Cruises and Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection have canceled upcoming cruises following a collision June 2 that involved MSC Opera and Uniworld's River Countess, in Venice's Giudecca Canal. River Countess was docked and nearing the end of its disembarkation process at the time of the incident. Four

This is where Europeans go on holiday in their own countries

I was in a cafe in an Italian town late at night drinking Negronis. And here’s the thing: everywhere you looked, there were Italians. Not the most revelatory story you’ve read this year, maybe. But here’s some context. The town was Sorrento. Its principal industry is tourism, followed by selling limoncello to tourists

Legislators Hear from the Frontline of American Travel Industry

Washington, D.C., June 4, 2019- Together with the American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA), agency executives and industry advocates converge in Washington D.C. for the 2019 ASTA Legislative Day, hosted at The Mayflower

Congress Passes the 19th Amendment

On this day in 1919, the United States Senate passed the 19th Amendment to the Constitution, prohibiting government from denying any citizen the right to vote because of that citizen's sex

China warns citizens against travel to the US

Beijing has stepped up its warnings against the U.S. by cautioning about working, studying and traveling in America. China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced a safety warning on Tuesday for Chinese citizens and companies in the U.S.. according to state broadcaster CCTV. “Recently, U.S. law enforcement agencies have on multiple occasions used methods

I've been traveling around the world for 2 years with just a carry-on — here are 12 items I can't live without

When preparing for a trip, every inch of luggage space is precious. And if you're permanently traveling like I am, it's even more important to pack smart. For more than two years, I've been traveling and working as a remote journalist, living as a digital nomad. My travels have taken me everywhere from the Swiss Alps and the Balkans to Australia. Along the way, I

Are Micro-cations the Newest Millennial Travel Trend

The days of the extra long, leisurely vacation are over. At least, they seem to be for Millennials. It’s no secret that the under-40 crowd are not the best at taking vacations. Even though Millennials love to travel, they often can’t or won’t go on trips due to work-related stress, finances, or simply the overwhelming task of planning a big getaway. Therefore, the

Which plane will fly London-Sydney nonstop?

The globetrotting dream of flying nonstop from London to Sydney has taken a step closer, according to Australian airline Qantas, which says it'll soon choose the aircraft it'll use to complete the journey. Alan Joyce, CEO of the Australian airline, confirmed he had issued an August deadline for manufacturers Airbus and Boeing to make their "best and final offer." A

This River Cruise Company Just Announced 3 New Trips Specifically for Solo Travelers

Solo travel is becoming more and more common, but most experiences are tailored to couples or groups, with prices to match. Riviera River Cruises is taking a different approach by catering to solo travelers with voyages created exclusively for people who will be traveling alone. And rather than strapping solo travelers with pricey single supplements — additional

15 Tips for Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge You'll Want to Know Before You Go

Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is, in a way, its very own theme park. The 14-acre land, which just opened at Disneyland Park in Anaheim and opens at Walt Disney World in August, is far unlike anything Disney has ever created. With so much Star Wars lore built into planet Batuu’s design, though, this new themed land doesn’t just look like an old trade outpost caught

Bats, spiders and slippery rocks - is this Cambodian cave worth the voyage?

Batman meets Spider-Man: that’s how you could sum up our cave adventures in Cambodia. My boyfriend and I had been driving mile after mile on dusty dirt-tracks, through the rural countryside of Kampot, actively searching for Phnom Chhngok Cave (don’t even start me on trying to pronounce it). We soon realised that the cave temple, which is set inside towering

Why Doha Is Much More Than a Stopover Destination

Doha—the burgeoning capital of Qatar, the teeny peninsular Arab country in the Persian Gulf—is ready for its close-up. A steady stream of shiny new hotels, splashy restaurants and lounges, and tourism efforts like providing visa-free entry for citizens of 80 countries, including Americans, have helped pique traveler interest over the years. But more recently, serious

10 of the best family-friendly hotels and villas in Greece

It’s rare to find a hotel that appeals to children of all ages. Verina Suites does so brilliantly, and has plenty of perks for adults too. Staff in white deliver homemade lemonade to the squishy day beds that line the turquoise pool. Kids can mess around on giant inflatables or play table tennis, while their parents wind down with outdoor yoga sessions or summery

A local’s guide to Prague: 10 top tips

Prague’s foodie scene is diversifying, with delicious Georgian cooking, which has a rising but still bafflingly low global profile, gaining popularity. Thankfully, the small but energetic local Georgian community is doing its bit to redress this injustice. At bustling Polévkárna Manana soup restaurant, the unstoppable owner, Manana Toidze, cooks a range of soups

7 Hotel Credit Cards That Guarantee a Free Night Every Year

Hotel credit cards are an important part of any savvy traveler’s rewards strategy. Many offer sign-up bonuses worth tens of thousands of points, elite perks that come with extra amenities during stays, and bonus earning opportunities to help cardholders rack up rewards even faster. One of the most valuable benefits a hotel credit card can offer, though, and one

Why do airlines still mislay 25 million bags a year?

The airline industry claims it's getting better at not losing our luggage, partly through improved tracking technology. But tens of millions of bags still go astray every year. So is it doing enough? It's the most disconsolate feeling - waiting for your bag to appear on the luggage carousel after all the other passengers have picked up theirs. And it doesn't show up. A

Carnival agrees to pay $20 million for pollution violations in settlement

Carnival Corp. reached a settlement Monday with federal prosecutors in which the world's largest cruise line agreed to pay a $20 million penalty because its ships continued to pollute the oceans despite a previous criminal conviction aimed at curbing similar conduct. Senior U.S. District Judge Patricia Seitz approved the agreement after Carnival CEO Arnold Donald

Celebrity Equinox Cruise Ship Introduces New Craft Beer Bar, Suite Spaces and More

Equinox, Celebrity Cruises’ only ship to sail the Caribbean year-round, has emerged from dry dock with a slew of new features such as exclusive areas for suite passengers, the line's popular Le Petit Chef experience and an all-new Craft Social bar. It is the third ship in the fleet and the first in Celebrity's Solstice class to undergo the Celebrity Revolution, a

16 Easy Tips for Saving Money on Your Family Vacation

Summer is on its way, and if you have kids, that likely means complicated summer camp plans. But it also could mean time for a family vacation. Trips that take everyone in the family away from their routines — parents from work and household responsibilities, kids from school and homework — can be a great bonding experience for families and give each family

What Kenan Thompson Can’t Travel Without

The actor and comedian Kenan Thompson has been a star on “Saturday Night Live” for a record-breaking 16 seasons. In July, he’ll also be a judge, along with Chrissy Teigen and Jeff Foxworthy, on “Bring the Funny,” a new television series where comedians will compete in a talent show for fame and money. Next season, he will start in a new family sitcom, "The Kenan

Where to go for the ultimate Asia experience

Two centuries ago, trips to Asia were reserved for wealthy merchants, ambassadors and colonial elite who could afford grand and expensive voyages. But that travel scenario has been turned on its head. With a proliferation of affordable flights, versatile accommodations, high-speed rails and increased international connectivity, it's easier than ever to visit

Flying-V will carry passengers in its wings

The development of a V-shaped, fuel-efficient airplane design known as the Flying-V is getting a boost with the announcement that Dutch national carrier KLM Royal Dutch Airlines will help to fund it. Intended to improve the sustainability of air travel, the Flying-V was conceived by Justus Benad, then a student at the Technical University of Berlin

How Iceland recreated a Viking-age religion

Priest Hilmar Örn Hilmarsson rummaged around in his blue woollen robe and fished out two cans of warm Icelandic lager. “Beer?” he asked, handing me one of the tepid tins, which frothed violently as I pulled the ring. “Skál,” said the priest, a mischievous glint in his pale blue eyes. “Skál,” I repeated, and we slurped our overflowing lagers. Those weren’t the first

Ready to roll: a family campervan holiday through Portugal

Is camping the best kind of family holiday? I know plenty of parents who think so. It’s something to do not just with the immersion in nature and fresh air but the sheer amount of day-to-day activity involved, from the mundane (water fetching, sleeping bag stashing) to the thrilling (fire stoking, s’mores toasting). Restless kids are rarely bored. But camping with your

City break in Turku – where the Finnish started

Quiz question: which is the oldest city in Finland and became the capital in 1809? No, not Helsinki – Turku. This south-western city, little-known to UK travellers, was the most important in Finland for hundreds of years. Now, 200 years after the end of its golden age, it is having a renaissance, with new bars and restaurants opening, and direct flights starting from

A Behind-the-scenes Look at How Flight Attendants Are Trained for the Job

Working as a flight attendant comes with perks that include traveling to exotic locales around the world, but what does it take to land the role? While part of what flight attendants do is serve passengers on board, safety is a crucial aspect of the position, with the earliest "skygirls" of the 1930s, as they were called, even required to be registered nurses. While the

Adam Levine and Maroon 5 to Headline Opening of Guitar-Shaped Hotel in Florida

Maroon 5 will be headlining the opening of a guitar-shaped hotel in Florida in October, in what will be one of the premiere destinations in southern Florida upon its opening. The 35-story high building at the Seminole Hard Rock in Hollywood will be open to the public on October 25, with frontman Adam Levine and the band performing at the hotel’s opening of Hard

Huge cruise ship plows into tourist boat, dock in Venice

A towering, out-of-control cruise ship rammed into a dock and a tourist river boat on a busy Venice canal on Sunday morning. Italian media reported that at least five people were injured in the crash. The collision happened about 8:30 a.m. on the Giudecca Canal, a major thoroughfare that leads to Saint Mark's Square in the northeastern Italian city. Videos of the

This Historic Boston Jail Is Now a Luxury Hotel With Incredible Views of the City

Since 1851, people have been doing their best to avoid a night in Boston’s Charles Street Jail, but today, people are willingly checking themselves in — and paying for the privilege to do so. The Liberty Hotel, Boston’s iconic jail-turned-hotel has been completely reinvented while showcasing much of the building’s storied history and structure. The building is thought to be

Historic Mississippi River Flooding Forces Cruise Lines to Adjust Itineraries

Near-record breaking Mississippi River water levels have prompted two cruise lines to alter itineraries. The National Weather Service has described the flood, caused by heavy rains across the central United States, as the longest-lasting since the "Great Flood" of 1927. American Queen Steamboat Company has adjusted the docking locations for two of its ships

The Shooting of Andy Warhol

Valerie Jean Solanas was an unusual woman and artist. Her work was so radically feminist and pornographic that even Andy Warhol refused to publish it. The two collaborated on other ventures, but Solanas, perhaps suffering from paranoid schizophrenia, grew increasingly agitated

48 hours in... Amsterdam, an insider guide to navigating the city's canals and beyond

Amsterdam is a city that celebrates individuality, encourages quirkiness and delights in difference. It has a long history of riches and rebelliousness. The glory-days of the 17th century, the über-cosy 1800s, the counter-culture explosion of the 1960s – they’ve all left tidelines along Amsterdam’s canals: opulent gables, Rembrandt and Van Gogh, barrel-lined cafés

Carnival to start delivering beer on cruises, but there's a catch

It’s about to get a lot easier to get drinks on a cruise… as long as you’re also looking to get a pizza at the same time. Carnival Cruise announced that their Carnival Hub app will start including the option to get drinks, including beer, delivered anywhere on a ship whenever a passenger uses it to order a pizza. The feature will only be available on four ships to start

South African Airways And Alaska Airways Launch New Interline Agreement

Fort Lauderdale, FL (May 30, 2019) - South African Airways (SAA), the national carrier of South Africa and Alaska Airlines, the fifth largest airline in the United States, announced today that they have established a new interline partnership, which provides new and convenient flight

Stressed? 3 Relaxing Travel Tours To Hit The Reset Button

If you’re feeling stressed, the right trip might just do the trick. A recent Gallup report showed US citizens are some of the most stressed out in the world—results which undoubtedly come as no surprise to the majority of Americans. The 2019 Global Emotions Report, created from more than 151,000 interviews with adults in over 140 countries, explores negative

Caspian Sea finally opens to luxury cruises

Tired of the Caribbean? Called at every Mediterranean port? Bored of the Alaskan fjords and the Baltic capitals? An entirely new body of water may soon be open to intrepid cruise fans seeking new horizons. The only issue: It's a landlocked sea surrounded by some of the world's most cloistered countries. But for many travel adventurers, this will be part of the

World's shortest super jumbo A380 flight

As airlines fight to claim ownership of the "world's longest flight operator" title, Emirates is heading the opposite route in the distance stakes. The Dubai-based airline has just announced plans to launch the world's shortest flight on the world's biggest commercial plane -- the double-decker Airbus A380. Two daily A380 flights between Dubai and Muscat International

What to See and Do in South Australia’s Outback

South Australia sits in the southern center of the country, giving way to the Great Australian Bight in the south and Northern Territory and Queensland in the north. Though the capital, Adelaide, is home to the majority of the state’s population, most of SA is made up of rugged land known as the “outback.” In fact, the outback stretches across most of the Australian continent: Though you’ll get some argument as to exactly which areas fall under the term outback, what defines the vast territory is simply its remoteness.

Chefs declare 'Bourdain Day' in celebration of our late friend

In 2018, the number one read digital story across the world wide web was CNN's Anthony Bourdain obituary and tribute. In the days, weeks and months following the intrepid traveler's passing, fans around the world emerged to share stories of the storytelling chef. Through grief and sadness over the loss, a common theme emerged: Anthony Bourdain meant a

Being Late for a Flight Gives Some Travelers a Rush

Some people like a little danger. And what’s more dangerous than almost missing your carefully planned vacation? Sure, missing your flight isn’t exactly akin to skydiving out of a plane or trekking an active volcano, but some people actually do get a bit of a rush by showing up to their gate at the very last minute, according to The Atlantic. Maybe it’s the thrill of

The Alaska town where money grows on trees

In May 2016, a year after moving his family to Skagway, Alaska, John Sasfai walked into Skagway Brewing Co. with his wife, Aelinn, and ordered four pints of Spruce Tip Blonde Ale. But instead of pulling out his wallet, the guide for Klondike Tours put a 4lb sack of spruce tips on the bar to pay his tab. That’s because in this town, the bounty he foraged from trees

2 new hotels planned for Tinley Park

Tinley Park’s inventory of hotels would rise to an even dozen under plans being proposed to build a Marriott Courtyard and Marriott Residence Inn near the interchange of LaGrange Road and Interstate 80. Village officials are being asked to support a property tax incentive from Cook County that would reduce the tax assessment rate on the property. The total

The English-speaking country with ancient ruins, spectacular wildlife – but hardly any tourists

Belize, one of only two English-speaking nations in Latin America (the other is Guyana), offers wildlife, underwater wonders, idyllic beaches and Maya ruins – yet fewer than 500,000 tourists went there in 2018, according to the latest UNWTO statistics. More people visit Colchester Zoo each year than this entire country. Here are seven good reasons to

Eastern promise: contemporary art on the Norfolk coast

I’m not sure which is more remarkable, the sculptures or the way they have been positioned. I am considering two colossal works by Henry Moore at Houghton Hall in north Norfolk. Large Reclining Figure (1984) lies before the west front, its back to the house, demanding to be appreciated against the Palladian mansion. Three Piece Sculpture: Vertebrae (1968-69)

7 Novels That Would Make Great Airport or Beach Reads This Summer

Whether it’s hours spent waiting in an airport terminal due to an unexpected (but really, expected) delay or hours under the sun (with sunscreen) on the beach, a good book is a welcome companion. And a page-turner at that is necessary to keep you entertained and pass the time enjoyably. Thus, here’s a list of fictional works you should consider for packing away

Big Ben

Big Ben, the tower clock in St. Stephen's Tower that looks out over the Houses of Parliament in Westminster, London began keeping time on this date in 1859. Designed by Edmund Beckett Denison, the clock was completed in 1854. Five years later, the tower was finished. The name

The Dedication of the Lincoln Memorial

The Lincoln Memorial was dedicated on this date in 1922. In 1867, only two years after his assassination, the US Congress authorized the Lincoln Monument Association to build a memorial to Lincoln. However, it was not until 1901 that the site was chosen. Former President

The Best Portable Car Seats and Booster Seats for Traveling With Kids

Traveling with an infant or a toddler is no easy feat. In addition to having a small human (or a couple of them) who you need to take care of, there is also all the extra luggage you’ll have to tote around the airport — a travel crib, a diaper bag, and, of course, a car seat. And choosing a safe and travel-friendly car seat or booster seat for your little one can be

How This Travel Blogger Biked Around Taiwan On $29 A Day

Pashmina Binwani first learned how to bike when she was in her mid-twenties. Growing up in Kuala Lumpur, she never picked up the sport as a kid. But after quitting her job for three months to explore mountains, the millennial got hooked on motion-based trips. Her blog - The Gone Goat - chronicles her adventures around the world, cycling from Vienna to

South Australia Has Some of the Most Beautiful Vineyards on Earth — Here Are the Best Wine Tours to Take

As one of the world’s best wine regions, South Australia’s viticulture scene offers some of the best wine tours in unique, natural, beautiful settings. There’s the Barossa Valley, known for its bold Shiraz that can often be found on the menus of leading Michelin restaurants; McLaren Vale, set across a pristine coastline; and Adelaide Hills, which has over 60 wineries

New Machu Picchu airport raises damage fears

The Inca designed Machu Picchu to be hard to reach and, for hundreds of years, the mountaintop citadel has been protected by the spectacular peaks and gorges which encircle its ancient fortifications. Now, however, work has begun on a new international airport, according to a Peruvian government statement, which will make the ruins more accessible than

Hainan, ‘The Hawaii of China,’ is the Underrated Asian Paradise You Should Visit ASAP

Prior to moving to China, the images I conjured of the country were of the standard postcard variety: the enormous Great Wall in Beijing, or a vibrant, modern city like Shanghai. I didn’t expect a tropical haven just a stone’s throw from the mainland -- Hainan Island, sometimes called “the Hawaii of China.” China’s neighbors -- Thailand, Malaysia, or the

Where there's no queso in quesadilla

All over Mexico City, women squat outside around a comal (low griddle) and press out thin ovals of corn dough to make tortillas. They’ll fill them to order with your choice of shredded and marinated chicken tinga, squash blossom, a corn fungus called huitlacoche or many other options. These women are the first people I look for when I land in Mexico City, and they

See the Real Deadwood

Fans of the HBO show “Deadwood,” which ended a three-season run in 2006, are finally being rewarded with new content—“Deadwood: The Movie," premiering this Friday. The show and movie (set 10 years after the final season of the show) chronicle the world of rough and tumble gold-rush town Deadwood, South Dakota, in the late 19th century, following

How to Travel Canada on a Budget

With stunning sights and so much to do, don’t let a tight budget stop you from travelling Canada! We’ve compiled a few budget saving techniques to help you travel more and spend less. Check out our tips to travel Canada on a budget. Making your way from coast to coast doesn’t have to be a costly affair! Selecting the best mode of transportation for your trip will

Google Lens introduces new translation filter

Staring at signs and menus while frantically typing words into a smartphone has become part and parcel of traveling for many. But Google Lens has rolled out a series of new features that is set to make life a little easier for tourists. With the new Translate filter, travelers can simply point their camera at a selection of text, and it will convert to the language of their

8 airport boarding secrets, according to travel experts

From overbooked flights to long lines in security and at the gate, the problems and frustrations that can arise at the airport are endless. But by being nice to your gate agent and joining an airline alliance, you can get preferential treatment when boarding, eliminating many of your problems. INSIDER spoke to several airline employees and a travel expert, including an

Superyacht lost at sea after falling off cargo ship

A luxury superyacht owned by an Italian billionaire was lost at sea after it slipped from a cargo ship into the Mediterranean. My Song, a 40-meter (130-foot) Baltic 130 Custom sailing yacht, owned by the fashion heir Pier Luigi Loro Piana, was being transported between the Spanish island of Mallorca and the Italian city of Genoa when the incident occurred. It was the

River Cruise Ships Collide in Fatal Danube Accident

Seven South Koreans are confirmed dead and 21 others are missing after a cruise ship collided with another on the Danube River in Budapest and sank, the Hungarian police said. As of early Thursday local time, seven South Korean nationals were rescued, police spokesman Kristof Gal told public radio. Their condition was stable. The tourist boat was carrying 33 South

Airbnb Tests Hotel Integration by Adding Some HotelTonight Partners

The next phase in Airbnb’s growth and breadth of offerings is taking shape as it begins to add a limited number of hotels that also participate in newly acquired HotelTonight. The move comes in tandem with Airbnb eliminating guest fees on new hotel listings as a way to get more competitive with Booking Holdings, and to be more consistent with the way travelers are

Yuengling Is Building a Beer-Themed Hotel

As more and more people make locally-crafted beer a part of travel plans, it's no surprise that beer-themed hotels have started to pop up. Now, the nation's oldest brewery is getting in on the action. Yuengling has announced plans to open its own beer hotel. Though, it's not going to be where you think it is. The Pottsville, Pennsylvania brewery is in the planning

Blue-Roads Touring brings the small group experience to the United States

Blue-Roads Touring has announced new tours to North America, with seven itineraries on offer for 2020 travel. The new North America tours explore California, New England, the Southwest, Mid-Atlantic and Deep South. Details of all seven North America tours can be found at

Central Holidays Named Preferred Supplier by MAST Travel Network

Moonachie, NJ – (May 28, 2019)– Central Holidays has announced an agreement with MAST Travel Network that makes Central Holidays one of the consortium’s preferred suppliers. As a preferred supplier, Central Holidays will offer MAST Travel Network members training

The Sinking of the Empress of Ireland

The Empress of Ireland had a new captain, and it was his first voyage on the Saint Lawrence River in command of the ship carrying 1,477 passengers and crew. THe Empress departed Quebec City the afternoon of May 28 on its way for the transatlantic trip to Liverpool. At 2:00

This Travel-Inspired Treadmill Takes You To All Seven Continents

Let’s face it: Running on the treadmill is downright boring. You spend a half hour sweating like crazy while half-listening to a podcast or flipping through a guilty pleasure magazine, and trying to ignore the timer. And where do you end up at the end of your run? Exactly where you started. Sure, you got a great workout, but wouldn’t it be nice if treadmill running took

TSA allows flyers to travel with drug derived from marijuana

The Transportation Security Administration has changed its cannabis policy to allow passengers to travel with some forms of CBD oil and a drug derived from marijuana that has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration. All forms of marijuana were previously prohibited in carry-on bags and checked luggage. On Sunday, TSA updated its “What Can I

Jacksonville woman says she was scammed by a fake travel agency

Larriesha Davis said she and her five friends paid close to $2,000 to a woman claiming to be a travel agent, but her trip was never booked. Davis was planning her birthday trip with her friends. It was a girls trip to Denver in June. She said she found a travel agent on Facebook who could give her a good deal, but after spending nearly $2,000 with nothing booked

Airline Industry Warns Tariffs And Trade Disputes Are Threatening Travel Growth

Ahead of its annual general meeting in Seoul, which starts Saturday, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) reported that passenger demand rose in April, but it warned of ominous global economic factors that it says may be behind slowing year-over-year growth. “We experienced solid but not exceptional rising demand for air connectivity in April. This is

Steve Aoki wants you to travel to Japan -- and he's launched a podcast to help you get there

Steve Aoki is taking on a new kind of entertainment. The celebrated DJ may be most known for his electric performances at the biggest music festivals around the world or for his various hits like "Can't Go Home Without You" and "Just Hold On," but the 41-year-old artist is now venturing into the podcast world. Separate from his family name (his father was Rocky

Abandoned sacred places around the world

From black-stoned pyramids staggering out of the Sudanese desert to the silhouetted bare bones of England's Gothic Whitby Abbey in North Yorkshire striking abandoned sacred places can be found across the world. They've a certain morbid, yet romantic appeal. "An abandoned place, anyone with any imagination lets their mind roam, you imagine what it was like

10 Reasons Why the Windstar Grand Prix Cruise is Special

Windstar Cruises isn’t the only line to offer a sailing to Monte Carlo during the famed Monaco Grand Prix Formula 1 auto race. But it is the only cruise line that offers an in-depth itinerary, more like a theme cruise (where an entire sailing is themed around a particular interest) than a regular cruise. During our time this past week on Star Pride, we’ve been

A Unesco castle where families live rent-free

Towards the remote, western edge of the Indian state of Rajasthan, surrounded by the Thar desert, the medieval fortress of Jaisalmer rises more than 20 storeys from the dusty landscape like a golden sandcastle. Built beginning in 1156, the sandstone citadel stands guard atop a triangular hill, complete with three layers of walls, four imposing gates and 99

The Eiffel Tower Is Getting a Gorgeous, Green Makeover

Paris is going to look very different within the next five years. Between new coats of paint and installation of a bulletproof glass wall, Paris’ iconic Eiffel Tower has already undergone plenty of changes in recent years. But now, the city is proposing some very exciting changes that will turn the entire area into a pedestrian’s paradise. According to Lonely Planet, Paris City

Cruise Lines Are Getting More Eco-Friendly - By Tweaking Things Most People Won't Notice

In May, explorer Victor Vescovo achieved a record: the deepest-ever manned dive, down to the bottom of the Mariana Trench on the western Pacific Ocean, almost 36,000 feet below the ocean’s surface. He would have made headlines for the dive alone, but it’s what he found there in the darkness that netted the most buzz among news outlets: among shrimp-like

A local’s guide to Portland, Oregon: 10 top tips

Tech money is changing a city loved for its location amid the great outdoors but its cool offbeat feel – and famous beer and coffee scenes – remain. Division Street divides Portland in half, and a portion of the eastern section in the Richmond neighbourhood is buzzing with great affordable eateries including Aviv, a plant-based Israeli restaurant (savoury boureka

Why China is building hundreds of new airports

When China's air industry hits the news, stories are typically centered on passengers going rogue, punching each other, trying to wrestle open emergency doors mid-takeoff or dangerously tossing coins into airplane engines for luck. While alarming and fascinating in equal measure, these headlines conceal another tale -- one of a country undergoing a

Summer Travel Guide: Must-Have Gadgets and Accessories for Jetsetters

Summer is (almost) here, and hopefully you bought those plane tickets a long, long time ago. But there’s still time to buy last minute gadgets and accessories that will ensure you travel in style and (ideally) stress-free. If you’ve walked around the San Francisco Bay Area even once in the last few years, chances are, you’ve seen someone wearing Allbirds sneakers

8 Asian-Americans Who Are Shaping The Travel Industry

2018 marked a banner year for Asian-American representation in the American mainstream. With the release of Crazy Rich Asians—the first Hollywood film with an all-Asian cast in 25 years—along with tons of new Asian talent in television, music, food, and even politics, it seems the "bamboo ceiling" is finally beginning to splinter. While travel remains one of the most

How to See El Salvador Like an Insider

The first thing you notice about Rafael Hernandez is his smile. Bright, youthful, and beaming, it’s a toothy grin you’d think belonged to a child. But now in his late 40s, Hernandez is anything but a babe in the woods. As the head park ranger at the Cinquera Forest, located in the Northeast corner of El Salvador, Hernandez takes his job seriously. And really, you can’t

The Most Exciting Flight Routes Coming This Fall and Winter

If most of your summer vacation days are already spoken for, there’s no reason to put off planning something special for the winter. Need ideas? Start with these recent airline announcements about new routes and added service. Good news for summer travelers: as of May 21, American Airlines is no longer charging passengers the $150 oversize bag fee for music

6 of India's most beautiful desserts

While more and more food lovers around the world can wax poetic about their favorite tandoori chicken or pillowy naan bread, Indian desserts haven't (yet) captured that same fervor globally. But just as Indian savory dishes are known -- and beloved -- for their use of spices, so too are the country's desserts, often redolent of earthy flavors such as cardamom or

9 Most Beautiful Beaches In Europe You Should Visit This Summer

The 2019 list by European Best Destinations (EBD) of trendiest beaches in Europe includes some hidden gems as well as other, better-known, romantic and beautiful spots, from the 'secret' Cala Pregonda on Spain's Balearic island of Menorca to Vlychos Beach on the Greek island of Hydra. "Come breathe the fresh air of pine trees on Nugal Beach in Croatia or Cala Sa

The Founding of the Sierra Club

"To explore, enjoy, and protect the wild places of the earth; To practice and promote the responsible use of the earth's ecosystems and resources; To educate and enlist humanity to protect and restore the quality of the natural and human environment; and to use all lawful

The books you need to pack for a Mississippi River cruise

More than 2,300 miles long, draining 31 US states, passing through 10 of them and the cities of St Louis, Memphis and New Orleans, and intrinsically linked to the history of race and civil rights and the story of Blues music, the Mississippi is America’s greatest river. A river cruise – slow, serene, thoughtful – is a supreme way to experience this iconic waterway

Mr. C Coconut Grove By Ignazio and Maggio Cipriani Makes A Splashy Debut In Miami

There are few families more synonymous with luxury hospitality than The Ciprianis. Though their portfolio now spans hotels, residences, and eponymous Italian restaurants across the globe, their story has a more humble beginning. Giuseppe Cipriani was a beloved bartender at Hotel Europa in Venice in the 1920s. And in an effort to help out Harry Pickering, a

Will Bermuda Be The New Hamptons This Summer?

Memorial Day Weekend is here, and so is the start of summer vacation. For New Yorkers, that means heading out East on the weekends to soak up as much beach time and sunshine as possible. The only problem is, it can be a schlep to get there. But, one foreign luxury hotel is proposing a rather unique solution for the first time this year: book a summer share

Chernobyl: the wildlife haven created when people left

It is 5.30am in southern Belarus. A pink moon hangs over flat fields tinged with frost, and as we arrive at the checkpoint on the edge of the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone, five hours’ drive south of the capital, Minsk, a dawn chorus of cranes and hoopoes is in full swing. This may seem an unlikely place to come wildlife watching, but I’m here with the first eco-tour of

Highland spring: escaping to an art hotel in the Cairngorms

One of the books artfully piled up on the coffee table in the German Emperor, our Victoriana-themed bedroom in the Fife Arms hotel in Braemar, Aberdeenshire, was a copy of Nan Shepherd’s The Living Mountain. The windows opposite our canopied bed looked directly on to Braemar Kirk and to the Cairngorms beyond. It’s here where Shepherd, the Scottish

The 20 cleanest cruise ships

Most cruise ships are pretty clean, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), which inspects ships to make sure they maintain proper sanitation. Of the more than 200 active cruise ships the CDC has inspected, most received a passing grade: at least an 86 on a 100-point sanitation score. A handful received a 100 on their most recent

5 Tips Before Booking Dream Cruises

Dream Cruises is sending its first ship to Sydney later this year -- the new Explorer Dream -- with passengers also allowed to board in Newcastle and Brisbane for a range of local sailings (see the list below). If you’re still unsure whether to book, let us help you decide based on our recent experience of its fleetmate, Genting Dream. So, who is Dream Cruises? This

10 common travel scams — and how to avoid them

Earlier this spring, I watched a young, solemn man dressed like a Buddhist monk approach a tourist on the Mall. He showed him a petition to build a temple and slid a bracelet made of prayer beads onto his wrist. The visitor was pulling money out of his wallet when I intervened and told him the truth: He had fallen for a scam. When we are on our own turf, the scam

19 best places to travel for summer 2019

If you're still deciding where to take your summer vacation, 2019 brings major anniversaries, new flight routes, buzzy museum openings and more. In no particular order, check out our picks for where to travel this summer: The Salar de Uyuni, or Uyuni Salt Flat, is a vast expanse near the Bolivian Andes that resembles ice. The surreal landscape is actually

Is Artificial Intelligence Really Disrupting Travel?

We have been hearing for months that AI will kill millions of jobs — that technology will take over all aspects of the travel industry and so on. Let’s take this onslaught of information and clinically dissect it to get a clearer view of how the travel industry will be affected. We can broadly define the core aspects of the travel industry in three main categories

If you're traveling by car this Memorial Day, here's a road trip checklist

Like millions of Americans, Caroline and Jesse Wasson are taking their kids on a road trip for Memorial Day weekend. In preparation for the two-and-a-half hour drive to camping grounds, the Wassons spent the week loading up their 1970 Airstream RV with clothes, groceries and fishing supplies. Caroline says she has the entire trip plotted out from start to

China unveils 600km/h maglev train prototype

A new floating bullet train capable of hitting speeds of 600 kilometers per hour (about 372 miles/hour) is one step closer to reality in China. On Thursday, the body prototype for the country's latest high-speed magnetic-levitation (maglev) train project rolled off the assembly line in the eastern Chinese city of Qingdao. Developed by the state-owned China Railway

The Best Beaches for Camping in the U.S.

Grab your tent and your swimsuit. When it comes to making weekend travel plans for the summer, you have a lot of options. Perhaps you want to sit in the sun with a beach chair, sunscreen, and a good book and just take in the surf. Or, perhaps you’d like to get your fill of the great outdoors and pitch a tent in the wilderness while the weather is still sunny

10 best US beaches for 2019

Summer's right around the corner, and the top beaches in the United States are beckoning. For the No. 1 beach in the USA, travelers will need to book a trip to Oahu. Kailua Beach Park is the best US beach for 2019, according to coastal sciences professor Stephen P. Leatherman. Also known as Dr. Beach, Leatherman has been releasing an annual list of the United

Is it safe to travel to Indonesia?

Jakarta has been rocked by violent demonstrations and political unrest following the announcement of the general election results on 21 May. As the protests continue, is it safe for UK tourists to travel to Indonesia? Here’s everything you need to know. Following the election commission’s announcement on Tuesday that President Joko Widodo had beaten former

A Road Trip to Vermont Reminded Me the Best Travel Is Here in the U.S.

Made in the USA is an OprahMag.com series that celebrates exploring America's top destinations. While social media makes it seem like real travel means escaping to far-flung locales, this series is an ode to the best places to road trip-or staycate!-right in our own backyard. After I graduated from college and moved to New York on my own, the city kept me in a

See plans for Virgin Hotels New Orleans set to open in 2021

Billionaire Sir Richard Branson was in New Orleans Thursday (May 23) to break ground on a new $80 million Virgin Hotel, which will go up on a former surface parking lot in the Warehouse District. The hotel is expected to open in 2021. Branson, who had flown in from Ethiopia Thursday morning, stood alongside Mayor LaToya Cantrell and project leaders in a parking

9 of the best hotels in Hanoi

Hanoi’s chequered history has created a beautiful mess of contrasting neighbourhoods. There's the labyrinthine Old Quarter; tree-studded French Quarter; lake-filled Tay Ho District; and the glistening modernity of the rapidly developing Westside precincts. Fortunately, accommodation options are spread throughout the city so you can pair your personality

American Queen, an old-fashioned paddlewheeler, returns to the mighty Mississippi

The hour is 11:30 on this Saturday night aboard the American Queen, somewhere south of Natchez, Mississippi. The dance floor in the Grand Saloon is deserted, and a lone man sits in the 24-hour Front Porch lounge, reading a paperback novel. The evening’s holdouts, perhaps 30 people who — like most of the passengers — appear to be 55 or older, are in the

What Cruisers Need to Know

After two consecutive years of above-normal seasons resulting in catastrophic hurricanes, the National Oceanic and Atmosphere Administration's prediction of a near-normal 2019 Atlantic hurricane season might have you wondering what's in store and how it might affect cruises -- especially if you plan to take one in the next five months. The forecast means

Peter Minuit Buys Manhattan

Peter Minuit was the Director-General of the Dutch New World colony of New Netherland. Seeking to claim a legitimate title to the land the colony desired to rule, Minuit entered into negotiations with the local Native Americans. Minuit purchased the island of Manhattan on May

Topdeck debuts Mexico destination trip, expanding tour footprint to Latin America

NEW YORK – May 21, 2019 – Topdeck Travel, the number one provider of group travel for 18-39 year-olds, is launching its premiere Mexico destination trip, marking the brand’s first group tour package in both the country and greater Latin America region. The 11-day Mexico Unveiled tour

CCRA Announces Dates for Upcoming Regional PowerSolutions LIVE Agent Training and Round-Table Supplier Events

FORT WORTH, TEXAS – May 22, 2019 – On the heels of its successful, first annual National Conference with more than 700 travel professionals in attendance, and its PowerSolutions LIVE educational forum in Atlanta, CCRA Travel Commerce Network today announced upcoming dates

Why You Should Never Use Airport USB Charging Stations

Those oh-so-handy USB power charging stations in the airport may come with a cost you can’t see. Cybercriminals can modify those USB connections to install malware on your phone or download data without your knowledge. “Plugging into a public USB port is kind of like finding a toothbrush on the side of the road and deciding to stick it in your mouth. You have

How to avoid 3 mistakes that could lead to the loss of PreCheck and Global Entry

Looking forward to moving quickly through the Transportation Security Administration’s PreCheck line, I suddenly found myself shuffling along with everyone else. How could that be? I had faster-through-airport-security PreCheck, a perk of the Global Entry program that also gets you through customs faster. But now I was in the slow lane. That’s because I

How to Travel Without Being a Tourist

One of the joys of global mental health work is that it gives you the opportunity to travel not as a tourist. The places we go are often not suitable for pleasure travel. We go to poorer countries to get work done or other places to attend meetings. But these present opportunities to get to know interesting places and people, history, and ourselves. The first ten years of

Father's Day Gift Guide: The Very Best Travel Tech For Dads On The Go

Technology has dramatically changed the way we travel, from helping us get more work done on the road to escaping transit boredom with entertainment to having more fun and being more active while doing activities when we arrive at our destination. It’s easier than ever to stay in touch, bring home memories and explore while on the road. This is great news

Why Amsterdam wants tourists to go elsewhere

Famous for its tolerance as much as its narrow houses and broad canals, Amsterdam is undergoing a radical change of attitude when it comes to the millions of tourists that flock to see it each year. Tolerance, it seems, has reached its limits in the Dutch capital, which is now actively urging visitors to head elsewhere as frustrated locals complain of feeling besieged

10 Memorial Day Destinations for People Who Still Don’t Have Plans

If you haven’t already planned your Memorial Day getaway, it’s not too late. You can still get out of town for a perfect weekend escape. Yelp has compiled a list of the best Memorial Day destinations for a last-minute jaunt of town. These places won’t be the busiest in the country, but they’ll still have plenty to do and see during the three-day weekend

Skip Phuket and Koh Samui—Go to This Island in Thailand Instead

When it comes to Thailand’s island destinations, Phuket and Koh Samui are the most well-known options. But with such popularity comes crowds of tourists, and a level of commercialization that takes away from the magic of such a beautiful country. To escape the throngs of visitors, go off the beaten track to a remote hideaway that locals hold close to their

Wisdome's Immersive Art In Los Angeles May Be Just What You're Looking For

“What is reality? Is what you see true or not?” After wandering through the geodesic domes in the Arts District of Los Angeles, you may not be so sure. The immersive exhibit, called Samskara and hosted at Wisdome, is a place where illustrations transform before your eyes, where you create art simply by moving in front of screens and where you paint

The 2019 Holiday Season Is Going to Be More Magical Than Ever at Universal Orlando Resort

There’s no better place to spend Christmas than in Florida. Don’t fret about changing your annual routine for the holiday, because theme park Christmas lasts all winter long at Universal Orlando Resort. From Nov. 16, 2019 through Jan. 5, 2020, Universal’s two Florida parks will feature festive experiences themed to favorite films like "The Grinch," "Minions" and the

Disney Cruise Line to Increase Number of Calls on Orlando's Port Canaveral

An extended agreement between Disney Cruise Line and Canaveral Port Authority will see the line will spend more time at Port Canaveral (most commonly associated with Orlando) in the coming years. The 20-year agreement goes into effect on June 1 and increases the number of guaranteed calls from 150 to 180 in 2023 and 216 in 2024. As under the previous

'I was living my Dirty Dancing dream': On board P&O's Strictly-themed cruise

When Stacey Dooley raised the glitterball trophy at the end of the last series of Strictly Come Dancing it was particularly inspiring. Not just because her Charleston was brilliant, but because she was one of the few contestants never to have danced before. When, several months later, I boarded P&O’s Britannia halfway through a two-week Portugal and Canary

The Deaths of Bonnie and Clyde

Bonnie Elizabeth Parker and Clyde Barrow, better known as "Bonnie and Clyde" share the same date of death: May 23, 1934. On that day, the notorious outlaws were ambushed and killed by Texas and Louisiana law enforcement in Bienville Parish, Louisiana. The two lovers criss-crossed

COLLETTE SALE CONTINUES IN THE MONTH OF MAY WITH DEALS ON EXOTICS TOURS

Pawtucket, RI (May 20, 2019) – Collette, global tour operator, is pleased to announce that through 5/31/19, guests will save 15% on select exotics tours including Wonders of China, Mysteries of India, Kingdoms of Southeast Asia, Experience Colombia, Peru: Ancient Land of

South African Airways Announces Amazing Fares To Africa Starting From $699* Roundtrip

Fort Lauderdale, FL (May 21, 2019) - South African Airways (SAA), announces amazing savings to Africa with new low fare starting from $699* roundtrip (restrictions apply) and to Cape Town from $765* roundtrip (restrictions apply). Travel on these sale fares is applicable between

Aer Lingus is Founded

On May 22, 1935, Aer Lingus was founded as the flag carrier of Ireland. In Gaelic, Aer Loingeas means "Air Fleet" - the term was anglicized to name the airline. Established as the national carrier owned by the government, the airline today is owned 25% by the government of Ireland

Tips for beating travel hassles over Memorial Day weekend

With Seattle-area traffic twice as bad as it is on normal days, and many people expected to start their summer season with a Memorial Day trip, travelers should plan for rough traffic this holiday weekend. Despite rising gas prices, AAA recently projected that about 43 million Americans will travel this weekend, an increase of 3.5% compared to last year. Of those

Summer Air Travel Expected To Hit Record As Airlines Add Seats, Despite 737 MAX Grounding

The annual summer travel avalanche will be even bigger this year than in 2018. That may be a whopper of a mixed metaphor, but if you’re a frequent traveler or an airline or airport employee, you know exactly what that means. It’s the enormous jump in the number of people traveling during the 13-week summer vacation season. This summer U.S. airlines

Family flying guide: Avoid these mistakes when you travel with kids

Planning to travel with kids? Before you board that plane, before you pack your bags, before you even book your ticket, you'll want to read this. A solo plane trip can be stressful. But add kids or grandparents to the mix, and it's enough to make you throw yourself out that emergency exit door at cruising altitude. In a recent Yahoo Travel survey, one in five

Away Just Became a Unicorn. Its Leaders are Finally Ready to Embrace Being 'Female Founders'

Away, the trendy luggage and travel brand, became a unicorn—a startup valued at more than $1 billion—last week when a $100 million investment took its valuation from an estimated $700 million last November to $1.4 billion. The funding, led by Wellington Management Company, is part of the brand’s plan to expand its retail footprint, reach more customers

The most beautiful villages in Italy

Fabulous food, amazing art, rich language, dramatic and gorgeous landscapes -- we all know what makes Italy so special. Perhaps best of all are the scenic small towns and villages, where it's possible to enjoy all these while surrounded by picturesque coastline, mountains, valleys, rivers or volcanoes. Here are some of the most idyllic villages where you can

Could you give up flying? Meet the no-plane pioneers

It has taken Roger Tyers four days to reach Moscow by train from Kiev. His destination is Beijing: a trip that will take 14 days, with a couple of overnight stops along the way. Tyers, an environmental sociologist at the University of Southampton, is on his way to China to research attitudes to the environment, the climate emergency and personal

The Sublime Sensation of the Swimming Hole

If you live in Texas, a desire will overtake you on an unforgiving summer afternoon. Wool-thick humidity, heat fumes undulating over asphalt, your truck’s air conditioner outmatched. You should be working, but the pull is relentless. It’s a current, a wave, a yearning. You want to journey to a quiet place that surprises you with its depths. You want to be among

Here's How Teachers Can Get a Great Deal on a Disney World Hotel This Summer

If anyone deserves a good vacation this summer, it’s teachers — but it can be difficult to afford a true getaway on a teacher's salary. If Disney World is on the possible vacation list for a teacher you know, many resorts at Disney Springs are offering deals just for teachers. Seven Disney Springs Resort Area Hotels in the Walt Disney World Resort are offering

These Vacuum-Sealing Travel Bags Will Help You Pack More In Less Space

Hopping on a plane and discovering a new destination is one of the most freeing things a traveler can do. The one thing that sets you back? Your airline’s ever-shrinking carry-on limits that force you to choose between another outfit or a souvenir for the fam. The good news is that you don’t have to hand over a chunk of cash to check your bag anymore. The

The Glacier View Lodge Reopens For A Truly Luxury Experience In The Canadian Rockies

As if the drive along the picturesque icefield between Banff and Jasper national parks in Canada’s magnificent Rockies, wasn’t spectacular enough, you can now stop and stay at the newly refurbished Glacier View Lodge for a luxurious mountain experience. And what an experience it will be! Situated at the Athabasca Glacier, the lodge is so much more than

6 Most Coveted Cabin Locations on a Cruise Ship

If you’ve been on a cruise ship, you know — no cruise cabins are created equal. Sure, many rooms may be the same as far as design and amenities, but there’s one important factor that can completely set virtually identical rooms apart — location. That’s right — just like when choosing where to live, location, location, location is a primary consideration for

Carnival cruise ship rescues man who jumped overboard

Passengers reportedly watched as a man desperately tried to swim back to their cruise ship after possibly going overboard on purpose. The incident occurred on Saturday morning near San Juan, Puerto Rico. The man was traveling on the Carnival Fascination ship and was successfully rescued from the waters. According to a statement from a spokesperson for

Celebrate Independence Day in the Big Apple with New York City Vacation Packages

May 20, 2019 - New York, NY - New York City Vacation Packages (NYCVP) is proud to announce they are once again offering two of their most popular summertime events - the annual 4th of July Barbeque Over Broadway and Macy's Fireworks Cruise - in one fabulous

The Founding of the American Red Cross

On this day in 1881, Clara Barton founded the American Red Cross. A school teacher during the American Civil War, Barton traveled to Europe and there saw the work of the International Red Cross during the Franco-Prussian War. Upon her return, Barton began

US citizens in Austria can now get help at... McDonald's

Lost your passport in Austria? In need of assistance? If you're a US citizen, there's a new way to deal with common travel problems. Under the terms of a new partnership between McDonald's Austria and the US Embassy in Vienna, staff at the fast food restaurants will help travelers in need. "American citizens traveling in Austria who find

The 'sacred forests' of northern Ethiopia

A group of children were listening to a story beneath the shade of an African juniper tree in a small church forest near Debre Tabor in northern Ethiopia. Three women walked along a path, the sound of their chatting permeating the dense trees as our group of 12 people, clearly foreigners, approached. When the children spotted us at the

Eco Travel: How 1 Hotels Is Embracing The Natural World

With International Recycling Day just ticked off the calendar (17 May) and the World Environment Day on the horizon (5 June), the themes of sustainability and eco awareness are particularly relevant right now. In the travel world, of course, these issues have never been so pertinent, with the brightest, newest hotels looking to tick the

American Airlines blames mechanics for 2,200 flight delays, cancellations, warns of summer travel trouble

American Airlines has filed a lawsuit against its mechanics unions, saying a concerted work slowdown has caused nearly 2,200 flight cancellations and delays since February and shows no signs of abating as the summer travel season begins on Friday. The airline filed a lawsuit Monday in federal court in Texas against the Transport Workers

How to Spend the Perfect 24 Hours on Kiawah Island, South Carolina

While Charleston is a beloved South Carolina destination, nearby Kiawah Island tends to fly under the radar — and that’s exactly what makes it the perfect place to unwind for a day. As soon as you arrive on the magnolia-lined avenues of Kiawah, serenity sets in... Perhaps that's why it's consistently voted by T+L readers as one of their

This Disney Packing Hack Could Make Your Next Trip so Much Less Stressful

You never have to worry again about leaving something at home when you go to Disney World. Packing for yourself and your family members can be a chaotic experience, so it’s natural that some things get left behind — like hair brushes, toiletries, or other essential items that you totally thought you packed. While the resort hotels at Disney

7 Quotes from 'Anthony Bourdain Remembered' That Highlight His Lasting Legacy

It was just under a year ago when Anthony Bourdain died, and for thousands of people, the world shifted. In response to Bourdain’s death in June 2018, CNN, which aired Parts Unknown, created a platform on their website for fans to celebrate his life. “We built out a social media destination for fans to share their memories, but what

Cher-themed suite opens at NYC hotel

A jukebox musical about one of the world's most iconic singers, "The Cher Show" is on Broadway. And now Cher is also in a hotel suite. The Sofitel hotel in New York City is paying tribute to the singer and the musical with a Cher and Cher Show-themed suite. In addition to the usual upscale amenities, the suite will feature a "Cher Show"

Is this the world's most beautiful bike route?

Keen London cyclists - you know, the kind who wander around in lycra and silly caps - spend an awful lot of time going round in circles. Laps - of Regent’s Park or Richmond Park, more often than not - are a mind-numbingly dull yet inescapable part of the capital’s two-wheeled culture. One Wednesday last summer, however, while my cycling

10 volcanic wonders to visit on a Canary Islands and Madeira cruise

Essentially, the Canary Islands and their neighbour Madeira are volcanoes poking out of the Atlantic Ocean. They were formed by tectonic plates moving across a ‘hot spot’ in the Earth’s crust. The isles’ beguilingly strange topography is purely down to volcanic activity, which is still ongoing in some places. Here are 10 natural wonders

Kremlin Commandeers One Ocean Expeditions Cruise Ships, Sailings Disrupted

The Russian Government has commandeered two One Ocean Expeditions ships just four weeks before their departure dates, meaning the line's cruise season has been heavily disrupted. The ice-strengthened ship Akademik Sergey Vavilov was due to commence its Arctic season in June in Spitsbergen while sister ship, Akademik Ioffe, was

The First Council of Nicaea

Roman Emperor Constantine wanted to unify the Roman empire. His plan depended in part on unifying the emerging Christian religion. He convened a council of nearly 1800 Christian bishops in Nicaea to solidify Christian doctrine. The outcome, expressed in the Nicene Creed, formed the

Hyperloop: Ushering In The 4th Dimension Of Travel

Hard to believe but the precursor of what we know today as the “Hyperloop”—the idea of transporting goods and passengers through low-pressure pneumatic tubes—dates back to the 18th century. It bounced back into the limelight in 2013, thanks to the Alpha paper published by Elon Musk. Christened ‘Hyperloop’, Musk’s concept involved transporting

This Is Why You Need Kidnapping Insurance For Travel

Before he left for a recent business trip to Lagos, Nigeria, Jay Libove had a thought: What if things took a turn for the worse? Specifically, did he need kidnapping insurance for travel? "I read the statistics, from various major countries' foreign offices, departments of state, and travel advisories," he says. The U.S. State Department has a warning for Nigeria, noting

Inside Praga, Warsaw's Most Hipster Neighborhood

On the right bank of the Vistula River, you will find a neighborhood of derelict art nouveau architecture, the exteriors of the buildings dotted with bullet holes and grimy with dirt. It looks like it's been decades since they've seen a paint job. It's been more than 70 years, in fact. And although Warsaw's city center was mostly destroyed by Nazis during the Invasion of

Why Travel is the Secret Ingredient to a Great Corporate Wellness Program

There is a new era of health and wellness exploding. From healthy eating and active lifestyles to mental health and spiritual practices, the way people prioritize their overall well-being has definitely changed. People apply their desire for an overall healthy lifestyle when deciding on a job. Employers have noticed this cultural and social change and are taking

I Went on a ‘Hotel Crawl’ in San Francisco and It Changed the Way I Travel

I dare you to name something better than waking up on a Saturday morning to a tap on the door and someone announcing “room service” while you’re tucked into fluffy white linens and your head is resting on a cloud-like pillow. Can’t think of anything? Me either. I love hotels. In fact, I wish I could pull a Tinsley Mortimer from “Real Housewives of New York,” and

The Boom, Bust, and Rebirth of Perth

Perched along Western Australia’s 12,500 kilometers of coast and home to nearly 80% of the state’s population, Perth has been called the most isolated city in the world. And yet, it serves as the natural gateway to Australia for many countries, providing the fastest direct flights between parts of Europe and Asia, with new direct routes from India in the works

How frequent flyer miles helped LGBT people in danger

As a gay man living in the United States, Brian Kelly was shocked to read about the violent anti-gay crackdown in the Russian republic of Chechnya a few years ago. So when he heard about Rainbow Railroad, he knew he wanted to help. Based in Toronto and operating without government funding, Rainbow Railroad helps LGBT individuals escape violence and

Radicalism, rebellion and Robert Kett: a walk through Norwich’s history

You may think of Norwich as a gentle and uncomplaining sort of a place but the city has a long history of radicalism and protest. On this short afternoon’s walk I’d like to introduce you to a gentleman farmer named Robert Kett, a key figure in the city’s history of rebellion. Start from the railway station, crossing the river to the Compleat Angler pub, where steps lead

Crystal Mozart to Leave Crystal River Cruises; Fleet to Consist Solely of Newer Ships

Crystal will soon bid farewell to Crystal Mozart, the ship that spearheaded its river brand. The move will position Crystal's river fleet as the youngest in the industry. The line revealed this week that it will transfer Crystal Mozart to sister brand Genting Cruise Lines ahead of the spring 2020 season. An exact date has yet to be revealed, though Crystal Mozart is

Nature’s pharmacy: The remarkable plants of the Amazon rainforest – and what they may cure

The Amazon rainforest is the most abundant greenhouse on the planet with more than 80,000 plant species. It is also the world’s largest medicine cabinet, with around 25 per cent of all drugs used today derived from rainforest plants. Most cruises offer the chance to take a jungle walk with a botanist or to meet a shaman (a medicine man or woman) to learn

Stay In This One-Bedroom Pop-Up Hotel By Ruinart

This month, legendary champagne house Maison Ruinart announced details of its imminent pop-up, Hotel 1729, revealing Jonathan Anderson, the director and founder of JW Anderson and creative director of Loewe, as the creative force behind its design. The one-bedroom hotel will make its appearance in Notting Hill, London from July 4th to 14th, 2019. The hotel

Brown v. Board of Education

On this day in 1954, the United States Supreme Court handed down the decision in the landmark case of Brown v. Board of Education. Earlier case law as set out in Plessy v. Ferguson, decided in 1896, had declared that separate schools for white students and black students were constitutional if the schools

The Number One Reason Americans Choose to Travel Solo

If you're considering taking a trip on your own this year, you're not alone. More and more people are planning solo travel. “Traveling alone can be a unique experience, and it’s something that a majority (66 percent) of Americans either have done or would consider doing,” according to YouGov, a market research and data analytics firm that recently surveyed

You Can Rent Reba McEntire's Former Lakeside Estate Outside of Nashville

Traveling to Tennessee is already lovely, but throw in the chance to rent a stunning 8-bedroom classic southern home once owned by a country music legend and you’ve got yourself a dream vacation. Guests looking to experience the best that Lebanon, Tennessee has to offer can now rent The Estate at Cherokee Dock, a home once owned by the queen of

Brits travelling to New Zealand will have to pay to enter the country

British tourists travelling to New Zealand will have to pay for an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) from 1 October. The Foreign Office issued an updated travel advisory yesterday, stating that British nationals travelling by air or cruise and entering New Zealand “will need to hold an ETA before travelling to New Zealand.” Applications for ETAs will be open

Say It Isn't So: Controversy Arises as Tanzania Plans Cable Car on Mount Kilimanjaro

Most tourists travel to East Africa – Tanzania, Kenya, and Uganda, among other countries – for the wildlife safari experience and to explore its savannas, jungles, and mountains, almost unchanged from the way they were thousands of years ago. A trip to East Africa is most definitely bucket list travel, and for plenty of mountain climbers, Tanzania’s

This Company Will Pay You $10K to Travel to France and Drink Tons of Rosé

You have a lot of good reasons to embrace the "rosé all day" ethos in the summertime. For one, it's the perfect time of year to drink rosé, well, all day, and it's also a good way to guarantee you'll be napping regularly. But what if your rosé obsession could also tee you up for a chance at earning $10,000 and a free trip to France? Well, now it can thanks to this

Bistro Lotte, Frome, Somerset: B&B review

St Catherine’s Quarter in Frome looks like the set for an English rom-com. Winding cobbled streets lead towards the river, flanked by old stone buildings or pastel-painted antique shops – no chain stores in sight. There’s a working gas lamp dedicated to St Valentine, with a renovated George V postbox attached, and a love seat nearby, all clearly waiting for

10 Photos That Will Make You Want to Visit Boston

Boston is a historic but modern city and you get something new each season. Here are 10 photos that will have you booking a plane or a train here as soon as possible! There’s a reason Fenway is “America’s most beloved ballpark”, there is not a bad seat in the house. Whether you are behind home plate or out in the bleachers, you are going to have a great

The curious world of cruise ship godmothers

Once upon a time when a ship was first launched, ancient Babylonians, Egyptians, Greeks and Romans would call upon their gods to bless the ship with sacrificial blood and wine and to keep the seamen safe during their voyages. But that was then and this is now. Fast forward to the 21st century and it’s become customary for a celebrity, typically a woman

A former Royal Caribbean employee reveals the one question you should always ask cruise ship workers

If you're ever on a cruise, you should ask the ship's employees where to go at ports, a former Royal Caribbean employee told Business Insider. Casino workers, retail workers, dancers, and guest services employees are among the best people to ask for recommendations since they get enough free time to explore ports. But there are some desirable spots

See Wisconsin's state parks for free, plus other Midwest travel tips

Here are some of the more interesting events, deals, websites and other travel tidbits that have come across our desk recently: Enjoy outdoor fun in Wisconsin for free June 1-2 during the State Parks 4-Pack of Fun program. During the weekend, admission to all state parks will be free, and fishing throughout the state won’t require a license or trout stamp

Aventura World Announces the Appointment of Time-Honored Travel Industry Pro to Serve as Vice President of Business Development

May 15, 2019 – Moonachie, New Jersey – Leading group travel brand Aventura World today announced the appointment of time-honored travel industry pro, John Smith, to the role of Vice President of Business Development. In his new role, Smith will be responsible for increasing brand

The best places to travel alone

New Zealand: Solo travelers who love hiking, mountain biking or other outdoor activities shouldn’t miss New Zealand. It’s one of the world’s most relaxing places to travel: Crime is low, and just about every city and town has its own visitor info center with friendly staff who will help you find lodging or book activities (so you’ll never feel lost). Best of all, there are countless adventures

Black Kids Do Travel Instagram inspires families to 'to get up and go'

"Can I go here?" It's a question posed time and time again by families of color to Karen Akpan, a mom who has been traveling the world with her now six-year-old son, Aiden, since he was six months old. Often, it's just the two of them. Sometimes her husband and her niece and nephew join them as well. The question, on the surface, seems straightforward enough. But Akpan

Classic Travel Watches Are Hotter Than Ever

In the age of the smartphone, a timepiece that displays the hour in multiple time zones imbues a measure of worldly sophistication and sense of adventure. Touch down at any airport in the world in a commercial jetliner, and the first thing you’ll notice is the cabin lighting up as hundreds of smartphones sync with the local time and pull down e-mail and Instagram likes

10 of the world’s best city views: readers’ travel tips

Nahargarh Fort sprawls around a rocky outcrop above the Pink City of Jaipur in Rajasthan province. Take a rickshaw up the hairpin road or go in the evening and tackle the stiff 20-minute hike up the path from the city’s northern edge. Wander the extensive battlements and find an empty rampart or dome-covered lookout for incredible views over the constant tumult of

Taco Bell Is Opening a Hotel

Taco Bell is opening a pop-up hotel this summer. Take a moment to let that sink in: a Taco Bell... Hotel. Opening for a limited time in Palm Springs, California, The Bell: A Taco Bell Hotel and Resort will be an immersive experience designed to celebrate and pamper the world’s biggest fans of the fast-food chain. “We’re already in the hospitality business,” Taco Bell Chief Brand Officer

The best credit cards for international travel of 2019

Global travel is becoming more and more accessible with great airfare sales, low-cost carriers, and the ability to earn and use frequent flyer miles for international tickets. It’s all but essential to have a credit card for international travel, but not all cards are created equal—not by a long shot. If you have the desire to travel internationally, or even already have a trip planned, you should

Australians could get a rare glimpse of the southern lights

Australians have the rare opportunity to see a display of the Aurora Australis, or the southern lights, for one more night. The Australian Bureau of Meteorology issued an aurora watch May 14. It said that Thursday could be the last night for optimal viewing. The mysterious light shows occur in the high north and high south latitudes when massive solar flares blast particles into

Archaeologists Sign Petition Protesting the Construction of a Machu Picchu Airport

Peruvian archaeologists, historians and conservationists are banding together to petition against a new airport at Machu Picchu. The famous Incan ruin is Peru’s most famous tourist attraction, bringing in almost 1.5 million people in 2017 alone, according to The Guardian. In order to bring more people to the landmark, the Peruvian government has begun construction on an airport

Sorry, But Flying Is Really, *Really* Bad For The Environment

Travelling across the country in hours or across the world in a day is wonderful. However, it takes an unbelievable amount of jet fuel to get a plane up into the air. In other words, even if you do your best to live green the rest of the time, one round-trip flight on first class from Vancouver to Toronto can create the same amount of emissions as an average year of travelling by car, or

How To See San Diego Like A Local

With its sunny disposition and year-round mild weather, San Diego makes it easy to while the days away on the beach. But there’s so much more to this bustling SoCal city than scenic stretches of sand. With five years of local knowledge and a slew of awards under her belt (including Concierge of the Year 2018 from the San Diego Concierge Association), Les Clefs d’Or member

Design Talk: Behind The Scenes At Madeira's New Savoy Palace

Last year, when Madeira was voted Europe's 'Leading Island Destination' in the World Travel Awards for the fifth year running, it firmly kissed goodbye to its reputation as destination of choice for sedate retirees. Shaking off its staid reputation further is the fact that travel aficionados are falling over themselves with the ‘discovery’ that it is actually an interesting part of the world

The First Academy Awards

On Tuesday, May 16th, 1929, Hollywood celebrated the first Academy Awards ceremony at the Hotel Roosevelt in Hollywood. Actor Douglas Fairbanks and director William C. DeMille hosted the event. Unlike today's ceremony, the first winners of the awards had been announced three month's prior to

Getting fizzy with it: the Italian wine route that sparkles

An Italian region and a sparkling wine, Franciacorta may not be well-known but it is great for vineyard visits and fine places to eat and stay. Put sparkling wine and Italy together and the usual answer is prosecco, but 200km west of the Veneto – the home of prosecco – lies another, little-known, sparkling wine region: Franciacorta. Wine has been made in the area for centuries but

2 Royal Caribbean passengers die of natural causes on same voyage, cruise line confirms

Royal Caribbean has confirmed the deaths of two guests aboard the Voyager of the Seas, which had embarked on a four-day cruise from Singapore on Monday. "We extend our most sincere condolences to the families of the 75-year-old and 61-year-old guests due to unrelated natural causes," the cruise line wrote in a statement shared with Fox News. "Our Care Team are

Q&A With Celebrity Cruises Captain Kate McCue on Her Soon-to-Be New Home, Celebrity Edge

We first spoke with Celebrity Cruises Captain Kate McCue, the first American female to captain a large cruise ship, just after she became captain of Celebrity Summit in 2015 at the age of 37. Back then, Celebrity (and the wider industry) was a very different place. Only three percent of the Bridge team fleetwide was female, compared to 22 percent today (30 percent on Celebrity Edge

Host Agency Reviews Launches Leading Travel Events Calendar

Travel advisors can now reap the benefits of having a “one-stop-shop” to find an array of travel events including conferences, trade shows, trainings and education, webinars, FAMs, ship inspections, and more. Host Agency Reviews––a leading independent online host agency

CroisiEurope Acquires New Deep Sea Going Ship

As part of its continued development, CroisiEurope has acquired a second sea-going ship: La Belle des Océans (formerly Silver Discoverer). This luxurious sea cruiser, well known in the cruising world for having sailed many global seas, will join and enrich CroisiEurope’s already

Collette CEO Dan Sullivan Jr. Awarded Pawtucket Person of the Year

Collette, guided tour operator, is thrilled to announce that CEO Dan Sullivan Jr. has been awarded Person of the Year by The Pawtucket Foundation. Sullivan was honored for his contribution and enhancement of the economic quality and community life in Pawtucket. He has brought jobs and

Man kicked off Southwest flight for vodka joke: 'You can’t say anything to anyone'

A man was thrown off of a Southwest Airlines flight for a joke about vodka, which was allegedly directed at a surly cabin crew member. As first reported by Fox 40, the unnamed passenger was escorted off the Wednesday flight from Sacramento, Calif., to Austin, Texas, for making a joke after a long delay that made the cabin and crew annoyed and restless. Peter

Nearly 43 Million Americans Expected To Travel Memorial Day Weekend

AAA Mid-Atlantic estimated that nearly 43 million Americans plan to travel during the long Memorial Day weekend. The number includes those driving, flying and riding on trains. This would make it the second-highest travel volume on record since 2000. It amounts to a 3.6 percent increase of 1.5 million people from last year. AAA said the vast majority of holiday

48-Hour Travel Guide To Marrakech

Marrakech is undoubtedly one of the most bucket list-worthy destinations to check-off -- it's an otherworldly, vibrant city that evokes mystery with a romantic charm and a picture-perfect moment at every turn. You’ll want to get lost in the labyrinths of souks, clustered within the ancient walled metropolis lined with artisans humbly at work, herbalists bottling

Confessions of a private jet flight attendant

For many, the thought of catching a plane is far from luxurious: from spending countless hours lining up at security, to wrestling arm rests with other passengers as you face a crammed long-haul flight in economy. But somewhere else in the sky on board a private jet, high fliers are having their every need attended to while they enjoy their very own cinema

Here are the best hotel rooms in the world, according to Forbes Travel Guide

Forbes Travel Guide, known for its global rating of luxury hotels, has identified what it says are the world's best hotel rooms, which span 41 properties and 17 countries. The list was compiled from data used to designate the guide’s annual four- and five-star properties, which were announced in February. The company’s anonymous inspectors evaluate luxury hotels based

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Summer may be prime vacation time, but sometimes our budgets don’t cooperate with our summer vacation ideas. Luckily, Skyscanner – a travel search engine celebrated for its ability to discover the cheapest flights – has uncovered affordable summer vacation spots around the world that offer everything you’d want from a fancy trip. Not surprisingly, warm-weather

TWA Hotel opens at JFK Airport

After years of back-and-forth about construction, permissions and rights, the long-awaited TWA Hotel opens its doors Wednesday at New York City's John F. Kennedy International Airport. Trans World Airlines (better known as TWA) commissioned groundbreaking Finnish American architect Eero Saarinen to design its JFK terminal in 1962. Following the

The ultimate Monopoly pub crawl – 26 properties, 26 characterful London boozers

Monopoly is a hideously predictable board game that usually ends in family rows and recriminations. Far more fun is a Monopoly pub crawl, featuring a different venue for each of the 26 properties. Just don't try to visit them all in one go. A few years ago we would have recommended the Thomas A Becket. It was once considered the “spiritual home of British

The amazing islands you can only visit on a cruise

If you’re not Sir Richard Branson, then a private paradise island might be out of your reach – unless you’re happy to share it with other passengers on a sunshine voyage. Cruise lines, including Sir Richard’s own Virgin Voyages, are snapping up and redeveloping sites around the Caribbean and other parts of the world to ensure their guests can enjoy a day as a very well

Hot tubs, saunas and seaweed soaks on Ireland’s west coast

Ireland has some extraordinarily beautiful beaches: Derrynane in Kerry and Connemara’s Glassilaun easily hold their own against Caribbean counterparts. Unfortunately, the country’s weather can rarely do the same, often making a trip to the coast a damp proposition. However, rather than escaping the harshness of the climate with a visit to warmer climes, a new

CroisiEurope Reveals Details of Second Ocean Ship, La Belle Des Oceans

River cruise specialist, CroisiEurope has revealed it has purchased a second ocean-going ship that will sail as La Belle Des Oceans. The 120-passenger luxury ship currently sails as Silver Discoverer for Silversea Expeditions and will be inaugurated into CroisiEurope's fleet in spring 2020, though the line has not yet revealed itineraries. The ship was last refurbished by

The Establishment of Las Vegas

On May 15, 1905, the San Pedro, Los Angeles and Salt Lake Railroad auctioned off 110 acres and established the railroad town of Las Vegas. The town was a layover point for the railroad and was not incorporated as a city until 1911. Gambling was not legalized until 1931. The American mafia

Five dead, one missing after sightseeing planes collide in Alaska, cruise line says

Two sightseeing planes collided Monday afternoon off the coast of Alaska, leaving five people dead and one unaccounted for, according to Princess Cruises. All 14 passengers on the two planes came from the cruise ship Royal Princess, which was on a seven-day trip from Vancouver, B.C., to Anchorage. “We are deeply saddened to report this news and our thoughts and

8 of India's most beautiful waterfalls

From imposing mountains to deserts, jungles and beaches, India is home to more than its fair share of natural wonders. This includes a seemingly endless collection of stop-you-in-your-tracks waterfalls -- each with its own personality. From thunderous cascades and mile-wide torrents to cliffside chutes, India's waterfalls are in their own league. Heading from

Packing Tips from a Maximalist and Minimalist

We have a lot of arguments in the Traveler office about packing: roll vs. fold, carry-on vs. checked, hard shell vs. soft... The list goes on. This week—to add more fuel to the fire—we brought in two expert travelers on opposite ends of the spectrum to talk about their packing tips. Shiona Turini is a self-proclaimed maximalist. Her job as a stylist and costume designer

Black Travel Stories: Why I Feel it’s Important to Travel with My Children

Single women are often told to get the travel bug out of their system before they have kids. New parents are told they won’t be able to travel for years after having their first child. There is often the mindset that parents are wasting their money traveling with kids, especially ones some consider too young to remember. While everyone is entitled to their opinion, I

Foodie Travel Experts Reveal 5 Top Trends Around The World At FIBEGA Miami 2019

More than 25% of the world population is part of the millennial generation and if there’s one thing we know from scrolling their social media content, it’s that they’re seriously into food. More millennials identify as foodies than any other current generation, but the trend is spreading to other age ranges, especially when it comes to travel. According to Roi Correa

Inside Vista Palazzo: Lake Como's First Urban Five-Star Hotel

Virgil referred to Como as "the greatest lake". The deepest lake in Italy, it had a cameo in a Bond film, has been referenced by Hemingway, and today, the famous faces who linger on Lake Como range from Sir Richard Branson to George and Amal Clooney. Yet despite being a world-class destination since the Roman nobles began building vacation villas overlooking this

The Statue of Liberty has a new museum

Since making her American debut in 1886, the Statue of Liberty has become one of the world's most famous attractions. And, as of this week, she has something new to show off: The Statue of Liberty Museum opens to the public on Thursday, May 16. Some five years in the making, the new museum -- which, like Liberty Island and neighboring Ellis Island, is

The Outside Guide to Everglades National Park

I first saw the Everglades more than 30 years ago, as a kid dragged along by my parents from Chicago. Buggy, hot, and flat, what I laid eyes on then was a sodden grassland, and I wasn’t much impressed. But there’s a reason the Glades remained wild well after the continent had been “conquered,” why the migrant Seminoles were able to hide so long in its redoubts

Arizona's Iconic 'The Wave' Could Soon Allow More Visitors

For hikers and photographers it doesn’t get much better than The Wave — a colorful sandstone rock formation in Arizona that’s been eroded by the wind to resemble an ocean wave. The site’s exclusivity only adds to its allure, as the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has capped the number of daily permits at 20 — 10 online and 10 walk-in — in order to protect

Virgin Galactic's Space Flights Will Take Off From the New Mexico Desert

Virgin Galactic may be sending the first commercial tourists to space from New Mexico by the end of the year. Richard Branson’s space tourism company announced last week that it will move headquarters from Mojave California to Spaceport America, New Mexico. “The first photograph of Earth from space was taken over New Mexico in October of 1946,” George

Passengers hear 'loud bang' as plane's engine shuts down, flight diverted

Passengers aboard a Saturday overnight Qantas flight from Tokyo bound for Sydney heard a loud bang when the Boeing 747-400 plane they were traveling on experienced a failure of one of its engines. Qantas flight 26 took off at 9:54 p.m. according to Flight Aware and was in the air for five hours when one of its engines shut down. The aircraft remained in

Narendra Bhawan

This former royal residence is arguably one of the finest heritage properties in Rajasthan, an oasis in the middle of the Thar Desert. Transformed after the death of the last Maharaja of Bikaner, Narendra Bhawan retains its regal airs and architectural graces while bringing contemporary luxury and comfort to the fore. This former royal residence is arguably one of the finest

The beautiful lake district you've probably never heard of

“It is so pleasant and fruitful a country that if I should make a full description thereof, it would be taken for a poetical fiction than a true and serious narration,” wrote Sir John Davies, Attorney-General of Queen Elizabeth I, of Ulster’s County Fermanagh in 1609. “The fresh lake called Lough Erne, being more than 40 miles in length, and abounding fresh-water fish

Norovirus outbreak hits Tui's new cruise ship just a month after its launch

The newest ship to join Tui's Marella Cruises has been hit by an outbreak of the norovirus stomach bug only a month after launching. Marella Explorer 2 was welcomed into the fleet in April in a gala ceremony in Malaga headed by X-Factor winners Rak-Su. It had just undergone a massive refit that added features including a champagne bar and pizza restaurant. The

The First Smallpox Vaccination

On May 14, 1796, physician Edward Jenner administered the first smallpox vaccination to 8 year old James Phipps. Wife's tales indicated that milkmaids who contracted the milder cowpox never caught the more deadly smallpox. Jenner's work was also preceded by Chinese and Turkish

TSA Check: 'We're Cool' And We're Not Looking For Your Weed

Travelers navigating through airports in states where marijuana has been legalized are picking up mixed messages, thanks to a hodgepodge of conflicting federal and state laws and enforcement policies that differ from airport to airport. “Are we cool? We like to think we’re cool,” said the TSA in a recent Instagram post. “We want you to have a pleasant experience at

Millennials Are More Likely to Choose Credit Cards With Travel Bonuses, Survey Finds

There’s a dizzying number of credit cards to choose from — with most offering tempting perks to get you to sign up and spend money. But with so many options, it can be tricky deciding which perk to go with: Do you opt for a great sign-up bonus? Initial zero-percent interest? Or choose a card that offers cash back? According to a new CreditCards.com report

This Glass-domed Train Through the Canadian Rockies Is One of the Most Scenic Rides in the World

There’s something romantic about traveling by train. You travel quickly, but not too quickly to miss out on the views. And for visitors to Western Canada — home to iconic sites like Banff National Park — views are important. For travelers who don’t want to miss a thing, there’s nothing better than a trip on Rocky Mountaineer’s GoldLeaf Service train carriages. The

10 best attractions in Frankfurt, Germany

Frankfurt is the financial capital of Germany, but if you think it's all business and no play there, let's disabuse you of that notion right now. This city of more than 700,000 people has offerings for the recreational traveler too -- from museums and history to scenery and wine. So whether you travel here for business and need a break or you're planning to come here

These Cruise Lines Offer Serious Adventure Itineraries on Ultra Luxury Ships

When it comes to cruise vacations, people tend to fall into one of two drastically opposing categories: fervent advocates or overzealous naysayers. For critics, cruising is a divisive concept that typically elicits visions of massive, outdated ships, less-than-desirable travel companions, and cookie cutter itineraries that feel more like lackluster field trips than authentic, once

How To Travel Without Burning Out

Travelling is taxing. You have to get to the airport earlier, due to security checks, bag check in, long lines, etc. Parking can be a blast, especially if you’re flying out during busy travel days (think Mondays.) Packing is also a ton of fun, because you have to pack for being away from home for some time, and depending on the time of year, you may encounter dramatic

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First established as a state capital in 229 CE, Nanjing, China, has long been one of the country’s most important (and largest) inland river ports and is recognised as one of the Four Great Ancient Capitals of China. Homo erectus fossils dating around 600,000 years have been found here; and the 600-year-old stone walls that surrounded the city during the Ming

Memorial Day weekend: 10 best places to go

Memorial Day weekend 2019 is quickly coming upon us. After we get over the shock that that summer travel season is already here, we need to start making plans. This can help you get started. Here are the 10 of the best Memorial Day destinations around the USA for 2019. They are in alphabetical order, and we're presenting opportunities in each place to

Gorillas weren’t missed: an alternative safari in Uganda

At first we walk along the forest edge. On the right is a stone wall and beyond it women are weeding their potato patches. Watching them are two magnificent augur buzzards, eager to snaffle any rodents. Sunbirds loop in crazy arcs around our heads and a chameleon creeps away along a branch. “The wall was built to keep the wildlife out of the farms,” says wildlife

Celebrity Cruises to Replace Silk Harvest Restaurant with Qsine, Le Petit Chef Experience

As part of Celebrity Cruises' fleetwide refurbishment program, the Silk Harvest restaurant -- found only on Celebrity Equinox and Celebrity Solstice -- will be replaced by Qsine and offer the line's new Le Petit Chef experience. Cruise Critic members booked on Celebrity Equinox posted to the Celebrity forums this week that the restaurant was removed as an option from

Colorado ‘Horror Hotel’ Known for Alleged Ghost Sightings Reopens With Serial Killer-themed Rooms

Stephen King’s "The Shining" may have been inspired by his stay at The Stanley Hotel, but we’d argue the setting’s true parallel is The Black Monarch Hotel. Initially a Gold Rush-era casino, saloon, and brothel, the building is said to be haunted by the ghost of a man who died in a gunfight. Ever since, people have reported seeing unexplained things and in recent

This Mom Quit a Corporate Sales Job and Got Rid of Everything to Travel the World with Her Son

In early 2017, Bionca Smith was up to her neck in bills. "My rent was late, and my credit-card debt seemed insurmountable," she says. "I had a nice apartment in San Francisco and a fancy car, but I felt trapped. Something had to happen, but I wasn't sure what." Frustrated and on the verge of tears, she posted on Facebook: I want to travel the world and explore

Hotel Review: The Hotel Zachary and the Wheelhouse Hotel, Chicago

The Wrigleyville neighborhood on the north side of Chicago, named after its central landmark, Wrigley Field, has been gentrifying since at least 1988, when the stadium was finally outfitted with lights for night baseball. Growth has accelerated since the Ricketts family bought the resident Chicago Cubs in 2009, and most noticeably in the past year when the owners

American Airlines Was Just Named the 2nd Best Airline In the World. The Reason Why Is Eye-Opening

Every once in a while, one organization or another will rate the airlines. Sometimes, it seems like the same story over and over. Often enough, it's Southwest Airlines topping the list within the U.S. -- although as I wrote earlier, there was a recent crack in that armor. Now, there's a new study out ranking 72 of the top airlines all over the world, and I think a lot of

The First FM Radio Station

On May 13, 1939, WDRC signed on to the air on FM radio bandwidth, the first commercial FM radio station. Unlike AM radio frequencies, FM bandwidths and broadcasting technique allowed high fidelity and stereo broadcasts. It took many years for FM broadcasting to become the

J. Edgar Hoover

On May 10, 1924, President Calvin Coolidge appointed J. Edgar Hoover as the director of the Bureau of Investigation—predecessor to the FBI. Hoover remained the director until his death in 1972. Hoover was both respected and feared by many of the nine presidents under whom he

Away's Mini Travel Cases Were an Instant Sell-out — and Now They're Finally Back

The Royal baby isn’t the only wee little one making his debut this week (sorry, Archie). For Away luggage fans, you’ll be stoked to hear that the travel bag brand is officially bringing back its crowd-favorite Mini — a shrunken version of its classic suitcase (sans wheels) that's designed to hold your toiletries, tech essentials, or what-have-you while out traveling. But we

Thailand bay made popular by 'The Beach' to remain closed for two more years

A victim of its own success, the most famous beach in Thailand is set to be tourist-free for at least another two years. Maya Bay, the stunning cove made famous by "The Beach," the 2000 film starring Leonardo DiCaprio, has already been shuttered for almost a year, and will likely remain closed for two more years to allow for its natural resources to regenerate

Japan tests world's fastest bullet train

Japan has started testing its fastest-ever bullet train -- capable of reaching 400 kilometers per hour (249 mph) -- as it continues to develop the revolutionary mode of transport. The ALFA-X version of the Shinkansen train began three years' worth of test runs on Friday. Once it enters operation sometime around 2030 it will run at speeds of up to 360 kph (224

Confused Passengers Open Emergency Exit After Pilot Asks for 'Rapid Disembarkation'

Occasionally, for a variety of reasons, a passenger attempts to open a plane door either while the aircraft is still on the runway, or even midflight. Luckily, opening a plane door while it’s in the air is nearly impossible for anyone with normal human strength, but that still doesn’t stop these incidents from happening. According to Fox News, passengers on an Aer

Everything You Need to Know About Flying While Pregnant

Your growing bump doesn’t have to put a bump in your travel plans. Although traveling while pregnant isn’t completely free of hassles and difficulties (NOTE: no travel is ever hassle-free), there will never be a time again when traveling with your baby is so easy. Most women are able to fly safely until 36 weeks pregnant, provided both mom and baby are healthy

The Best Travel-Sized Beauty Products — Now All You Need Is A Vacation

Hate packing? Join the club. The only thing we hate more than packing clothes (an outwardly simple act of folding shirts, pants, socks, etcetera into a suitcase) is having to downsize a comprehensive 10-step beauty routine into something that won't get tossed at airport security. Which serums do we choose? Will our jars of hair masks fit?! Which eyeshadow palette

Dream job: Get paid to review luxury yachts and travel the world

A luxury online marketplace and concierge service that's dubbed itself the "Amazon for Millionaires" is looking to hire someone to live on yachts and review them. UK-based HushHush posted that the company decided to hire a yacht reviewer to "keep a high standard of products on our site." The startup website focuses on high-end products ranging from luxury

The 20 best grande dame hotels in Europe and why they are still the most wonderful places to stay

I’ve always been drawn to Europe’s grand hotels, those whose walls have stories to tell and secrets to keep. To me, they represent permanence, unruffled by the turbulent world outside. Serene and privileged bastions of good living, they are both glamorous and exciting, with famous faces never far away, and at the same time reassuring, historic and full of dignity

First look at £300m Viking Jupiter, the ship that could change your mind about cruising

Telegraph Cruise stepped aboard Viking Jupiter on her inaugural visit to the UK (Portsmouth) last Friday. Here’s everything you need to know about Viking’s newest ocean ship. Jupiter is the sixth new ocean ship since 2015 from river cruise king Viking. Despite being named after the king of gods in Roman mythology, Jupiter is a fraction of the size of the latest ships

Sustainable tourism: why the Faroe Islands closed for maintenance

The road tunnel to Gásadalur was built 15 years ago. Until then, residents of this tiny village on Vágar, one of the Faroe Islands, relied on intermittent boat access below the cliffs or, more commonly, braved the 45 degree-slope of a narrow track that climbs 500 metres over the mountain south of the village. The postman had to make the climb three times a week

Travelodge seeks 3,000 students as it faces Brexit staff shortage

Travelodge is aiming to recruit 3,000 students this summer with contracts that allow them to fit work around their studies, as the hospitality industry faces a Brexit-fuelled labour shortage. The budget hotel chain said its student recruitment drive was part of its plans to be “Brexit ready” and it is looking to fill roles across its existing 560 UK hotels, with 2,200 of the

AI On Cruise Ships: The Fascinating Ways Royal Caribbean Uses Facial Recognition And Machine Vision

In the travel industry, the primary use cases for artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning technologies revolve around improving customer experiences. Chatbots, in particular, have proven popular across this industry, with natural language processing (NLP) applied to the challenges of dealing with customer inquiries and providing personalized travel experiences

Amazing destinations with almost no tourists

Parisian bridges are weighted down with copycat "love locks," while visitors crowd cheek-to-jowl into Barcelona churches and Dubrovnik's historic center. In Italy, attempts to manage the impact of tourism range from segregating visitors to fines for flip-flops. As a glut of anxious headlines document overtourism, it's easy to think that the planet is simply full

You Can Really Get Kicked off a Plane for This?

In extremely uplifting plane news, two passengers were removed from an Air New Zealand flight at Wellington Airport this past Tuesday for not paying attention to the pre-flight safety instructions on their flight. If you have ever spaced out while your flight attendant was pointing out the nearby exits, and are currently panicking and thinking, "You can get kicked

Dutch tourist board to stop promoting the Netherlands because it's getting too many visitors

The Dutch tourist board is to stop actively promoting the Netherlands as a tourist destination because of concerns that its cities and attractions are becoming overcrowded. The country’s tourist numbers are anticipated to grow from 19 million now to 29 million over the next decade – and the country’s authorities do not necessarily see that as an entirely good thing

The Theft of the Crown Jewels

On May 9, 1671, a parson visited the Tower of London. 77 year old Talbot Edwards, the keeper of the jewels, was very fond of this parson, and hoped that his niece would someday marry the parson's nephew. However, the parson did not have a nephew, nor was he a parson. He was in

The world's most extreme odysseys

Who in the world would voluntarily do something like this? Putter across a thousand miles of unpaved, diesel-sucking, middle-of-nowhere Australian desert along an old stock route built exclusively for the most hardened cows more than a century ago? Or race from Prague to Siberia in a car you could strap on your back -- even if it's sort of for charity

11 Of The Best Travel Sneakers For Women That You Can Walk In All Day

You’re walking down the cobbled side streets of London or Rome, not a care in the world, and then it hits you: Your shoes are uncomfortable AF. A bad pair of travel shoes can mean the difference between enjoying your vacation the way it was meant to be experienced, or stopping every few hours to reapply bandages and blister-preventing products in the middle of

MSC Cruises and Brightline Partner to Offer Bag-Free Transportation to PortMiami

Sailing on MSC Cruises out of Miami? Passengers have a new way to get to and from the port, through the line's new partnership with South Florida's Brightline express train service. MSC Cruises and Brightline in tandem will offer Train-to-Port bundle packages allowing cruisers to travel bag-free between West Palm Beach and Fort Lauderdale to Miami -- the cities in

Canal and river boat holidays in Europe: readers’ travel tips

This waterway winds past chateaux and vineyards that will tempt you to stop everywhere. Pick up a barge at Chagny and follow the canal south – stock up with cheese, bread and wine for lunch as many locks close from noon to 2pm. Waking to dawn sunlight on the water and sitting on deck with a glass of Chablis (but not necessarily at dawn!) are pleasures we

How to Take the Ultimate Florida Keys Road Trip

The cool dark of the bar provided respite from the hot, afternoon sunshine and it was a minute or two before our eyes adjusted to the scene inside. Settling onto a couple of stools, we ordered beers and took in our surroundings. Dollar bills, most bearing messages penned in magic marker, covered every inch of the walls and ceiling, three and four layers deep in

36 Hours in Milan

More than three years have passed since Milan hosted the 2015 World Expo, a six-month extravaganza that generated more than 20 million visitors, corruption inquiries and a budget that ballooned to some 2 billion euros (or more). So was it worth it? In addition to improving infrastructure, the city used the event to position itself as the gateway to Italy — a destination

Did the Dutch 'steal' this African food?

In the early 1980s, images of starving children in drought-stricken landscapes were beamed into lounge rooms around the world as aid organisations made appeals to help the millions of Ethiopians impacted by famine. So powerful were the pictures that many people would still find it hard to believe the country is home to what is widely touted in the Western

This Travel Mug Has Over 15,000 Five-star Reviews on Amazon — and It’s on Sale Right Now

If you’re in the market for a new travel tumbler, you don’t have to look any further: Voted one of Amazon's customer-favorite kitchen products last month, the Contigo Autoseal West Loop Vacuum-Insulated Travel Mug is on sale right now for over 30 percent off. The popular mug has racked up over 15,000 perfect five-star reviews from shoppers who praise it for

Delicious reasons to visit Kenya

"Food tastes much better when you eat it with your hands," declares Nairobi-based food blogger Kaluhi Adagala, using her fingers to tease some freshly baked tilapia off the bone. "It's like a hands-on, intimate relationship between you and the food." Adagala is in the dining room of the Delta Plaza branch of contemporary Kenyan restaurant Nyama Mama -- bold with

L.A. will press boycott of Beverly Hills Hotel despite Brunei death penalty reprieve

Los Angeles City Councilman Paul Koretz said he will ask the city to continue to boycott the Hotel Bel-Air and the Beverly Hills Hotel although the leader of Brunei said the country will not impose the death penalty on those convicted of having gay sex. In a speech Sunday, Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah said he would extend a moratorium on capital punishment and ratify the

The Surprising Reason You'll Want to Book These Hotels Immediately

Modern 5-star hotels have so much competition from within the industry and from the adjacents like Airbnb and VRBO, so they are constantly trying to one up each other by making everything bigger and better than ever. One area of their hospitality that while not on the front page of their websites, but that makes a huge difference in the way we experience a

Central Holidays Unveils Three Great New Ways to Save on High Demand Egypt Packages

Moonachie, NJ – (May 7, 2019) – Just in time to meet the ever-growing demand for travel to Egypt, Central Holidays is unveiling three great new ways to save on some of the travel brand’s most popular Egypt vacation packages. From direct savings, to free hotel upgrades, to value

ASTA Renews Longstanding Partnership With National Transaction Corporation (NTC) For 15th Year

CORAL SPRINGS, FLORIDA (April 5, 2019) – Director of Business Development for American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA), Sarah Little announced that ASTA is excited to renew our longstanding partnership with National Transaction Corporation for a 15th year. Little says ASTA

The Destruction of Saint-Pierre, Martinique

On May 8, 1902, Mount Pelee, a volcano in Saint-Pierre, Martinique erupted. Hot, caustic volcanic gases and dust poured from the mountainside, covering the small city of approximately 30,000. Just prior to the blast, there were a series of geoseismic warnings, but the people feared the

Amazing destinations with almost no tourists

Parisian bridges are weighted down with copycat "love locks," while visitors crowd cheek-to-jowl into Barcelona churches and Dubrovnik's historic center. In Italy, attempts to manage the impact of tourism range from segregating visitors to fines for flip-flops. As a glut of anxious headlines document overtourism, it's easy to think that the planet is simply full

How Travel Pushes Alex Morgan to Fight Even Harder for Gender Equality

Alex Morgan finds travel to be bittersweet. The Olympic gold medalist, World Cup champion, and co-captain of the U.S. women’s national soccer team is so focused on training and playing soccer while on the road that it’s often a challenge to experience a city beyond the playing field. She has found time, however, to connect with women globally on an issue she’s

Silversea Announces Multimillion Dollar Refit of Silver Shadow Cruise Ship

Silversea has announced that the 388-passenger Silver Shadow is to undergo a multimillion-dollar dry dock refurbishment in November 2019, to bring the 19-year-old ship in line with the standard of the rest of the luxury line’s fleet. Silver Shadow is the last of Silversea’s ‘classic’ ships to be refitted, introducing a look and feel similar to that of the flagship, Silver Muse

The Best Portable Cribs for Traveling With Your Infant or Toddler

Whether you are heading for a long, multi-city adventure or are simply spending a weekend away, traveling with a child requires a lot of preparation. If we had to sum it up, we’d say that it all comes down to this: creating the same safe environment your bundle of joy has at home in a hotel room or a rental property that you’ve never seen before. Yes, that

Orthodox couple sues Spirit Airlines, contending anti-Semitic flight attendant

An Orthodox Jewish couple’s lawsuit against Spirit Airlines opens with a paragraph designed to grab attention. In a civil rights and defamation suit filed May 2 in the U.S. District Court in Fort Lauderdale, and first reported by the Daily Business Review, Yechezkel Rodal and Thomas Patti of the Fort Lauderdale firm Rodal Law, wrote: “Those ‘Retarded Jews’ Yisroel

Missing Stonehenge piece could unlock mystery

A missing piece from one of Stonehenge's giant sarsen stones, removed 60 years ago during excavations, has been returned to the ancient monument. The core from a stone was removed in 1958 and its existence is said to have remained largely unknown ever since, according to English Heritage, which looks after the ancient site. But its return could help experts

These Houses in Portugal Are Built Into Giant Boulders

What do you do when you find the perfect place to build your home but there’s a giant boulder in the way? If you were a resident of the ancient village of Monsanto, you would’ve gone ahead with your plans, transforming the boulder into a wall, floor, or roof. In fact, practically the entire Portuguese village of Monsanto is built around giant boulders — with the giant

Move over, staycations. Hotels now sell daycations

Craving a lazy day by a dreamy hotel pool but don't want to pay for a room? Book a day pass. An increasing number of hotels and resorts are opening their pools to locals and travelers who aren't overnight guests and are using outside services like ResortPass, DayAxe, Daycation and DayPass to peddle the passes. For about $30 and up per person, guests get to

Terre Blanche: Why This Luxury Hotel In South Of France Has It All

Set back from the frenzy of the French Riviera but still in close proximity to the glamour of Cannes and St. Tropez, Terre Blanche is a bolthole for the rich and famous seeking privacy. Searching for a perfect place is an impossible task, but Terre Blanche is one of the few hotels that satisfy so many needs so well simultaneously. Imagine that you want a 5-star hotel but

These Are The Best Vacation Spots In The World

There's no place like home, according to a survey by Virtuoso, a network of travel agencies specializing in luxury and experiential travel. A new analysis of the best vacation spots for in the world for travelers by the network found that the United States ranked first. The Virtuoso study is one of several lists released just as the busy summer travel season gets

Collette Launces Mystery Sale!

Pawtucket, RI (May 6, 2019) – Collette, global tour operator, is pleased to announce the launch of a Mystery Travel Sale starting today– clients can save big on over 150 tours. From May 6-20, travelers can save up to $1199 on tours to Asia, South America, Australia/New Zealand, Canada

The Founding of New Orleans

The city known as La Nouvelle-Orléans (New Orleans) came into being on May 7, 1718. Named for Philippe II, Duke of Orléans in France, the city's port made it an ideal area for the French Mississippi Company under the leadership of Jean-Baptiste Le Moyne de Bienville. Under the

Percentage Of Americans Who Never Traveled Beyond The State Where They Were Born? A Surprise

When you hear some of the comments Americans make about geography or about other countries do you ever wonder how many of them have ever traveled? Research of 2,000 Americans across the country (a good statistical sample) in a new study conducted by market researchers OnePoll, and commissioned by travel luggage provider Victorinox, explored the

We Learned How to Love Travel From Our Mothers

This week, we decided to do something totally different. Instead of telling you all about our incredible mothers' travels—Nicky Arikoglu's motorcycle ride across Europe and Asia (with stops in Afghanistan and India) has been brought up quite a few times—we decided to let them share their stories with you themselves. In this episode, we interview our own mothers

CocoCay: Cruise line's $250 million private island opens

Thanks to a $250 million transformation, Royal Caribbean's once-sleepy private island retreat in the Bahamas is offering eye-opening travel amenities to its cruise passengers. The island, Perfect Day at CocoCay, offers everything from a record-setting water slide and a massive wave pool to five new complimentary dining venues and quiet sandy beaches. "We are so

Meet Japan's first female commercial airline captain

Ari Fuji was at high school when she realized she wanted to earn her wings and become a pilot. But growing up in Japan, where female pilots were largely unheard of, it was a dream that meant reaching for the sky. "The wall was high," she tells CNN Travel. "The Self Defense Forces weren't recruiting women because there were no female pilots back then. I realized

A Giant Mirrored Balloon Will Float Across Massachusetts This Summer

Backyard barbecues across Massachusetts are in for a surprise this summer as a reflective hot air balloon floats over the state. Come July, a giant mirrored balloon will travel from Martha's Vineyard to the Berkshires as part of a public art installation called New Horizon. Commissioned by the Trustees, the oldest land trust the world, the mylar-coated aircraft is

Hidden Greek village where women once ruled

White and pastel-washed buildings set atop rugged hills overlook clear, blue water. The sun sets in breathtaking fashion. The Karpathos moon is so full and bright that intrepid traveler Katie Sehl figured it for a lamp or a giant spotlight the first time she saw it. In many ways, Karpathos looks like the other islands of Greece you've seen in pictures or in person, and Sehl, a

How Puerto Rico Is Leading The Sustainable Travel Game

Puerto Rico continues to punch far above its weight in its ongoing recovery efforts. Today, the government of Puerto Rico kicks off a three-day summit hosted by disaster-relief initiative Tourism Cares. The summit is expected to connect more than 150 travel professionals to exchange best practices for sustainable tourism, attend exhibitions where local entrepreneurs

The Pros and Cons of Noise-Canceling Headphones

A little bit of silence. Sometimes that’s all we want. Whether it’s halfway through a 10-hour flight with a crying baby, or trying to sleep though the snoring from the hotel room next door, the promise of noise-canceling headphones is one that every traveler probably finds intriguing. Yet are they worth it? These headphones are often expensive and for some people

Cheap travel: 15 stunning places you can visit for under $15 a day

There are many people who want to travel abroad but never do because they feel visiting exotic destinations is simply too cost prohibitive. However, there are many desirable destinations that can be incredibly affordable — with a little careful planning. GoBankingRates.com has rounded up 15 destinations that can be enjoyed for $15 a day — not including airfare to

Eurostar ends deal allowing passengers to travel from London to Germany

At a time when more European travellers than ever appear to be keen to travel by rail rather than air, Eurostar is choosing to make life more difficult for passengers hoping to travel by train from the UK to Germany, Austria and Switzerland. The cross-Channel train operator is ending its agreement with Deutsche Bahn that allows the German rail operator to sell a wide

Massive Fire Reported at First All-inclusive Resort in the Florida Keys

In December, the adults-only Bungalows Key Largo debuted as the first all-inclusive in the Florida Keys. Early Sunday morning, an inferno of flames ravaged the luxury property, making for a frightening end to many a relaxing vacation. Sherry Conn, a resort guest on a girls’ trip from Raleigh, North Carolina, woke up to loud knocks on her door. “We were in a dead

11 Credit Cards That Cover the Cost of Global Entry and TSA PreCheck

Sick of sitting in serpentine security lines and queuing up for interminable immigrations processing? If you haven’t done so already, now is the time to enroll in Global Entry and TSA PreCheck. In fact, so many travel credit cards now offer reimbursement for Global Entry and TSA PreCheck applications that there is no longer any excuse not to enroll in one of

This Luxury Boutique Cruise Line Is Expanding to Make Your Dream Trip to the East Indonesian Islands Come True

Boutique luxury cruise line Aqua Expeditions is expanding. The cruise line announced Monday that it will acquire two new ships by 2020, adding new destinations to its exclusive roster. “Aqua Expeditions has pioneered luxury small ship river cruising over the past 12 years,” Francesco Galli Zugaro, founder and Chief Executive Officer, Aqua Expeditions, told Travel

Sculpture from the saddle: a cycling and art tour of Belgium

A ring-necked duck swam by at eye level, the water rippling beside me without spilling over the high metal sides of the Cycling Through Water bike path. This 212-metre concrete path is 1.5 metres deep and slices a pond in two, allowing cyclists to pedal straight through it. From a distance, the position of the path creates the illusion of people magically gliding

New Orleans hotel owner makes massive $2.7B buy, $75M sale; see changes for French Quarter, airport spots

Park Hotels & Resorts, which owns the Hilton Riverside in New Orleans, said Monday that it is buying for $2.7 billion Chesapeake Lodging Trust, which owns Le Méridien and W hotels in the French Quarter. Separately, Park, which is based in Tysons, Virginia, said it had sold its 317-room Hilton New Orleans Airport hotel, together with its 274-room Embassy Suites

How get better service in a hotel, according to a career concierge

Ever wonder how to get an upgrade in the hotel you’re staying in? Is there such a thing as a “best” night of the week to stay in a hotel? And just how clean are hotel rooms? We found out answers to all of these burning questions … and more. In the latest in our ongoing series, How to Get Better Service, NBC News sat down with Michael Fazio

The 13 Places Around the World You Must Visit, According to Our Expert Travel Advisors

Nothing quite beats the romance of travelling on a steam train or shunting through mountains. These rides showcase Europe’s spectacular landscapes. A quaintly old-fashioned rack- or cog-railway sets off from a low mountain pass inland from Saint-Jean-de-Luz to ascend the westernmost peak of the Pyrenees. All the way there are views back

Mother's Day Gift Guide: Great Travel Toiletry Bags That Won't Spill The Beans (Or Anything Else)

There’s nothing worse than opening your suitcase and finding your clothes ruined because your shampoo spilled or your makeup ran all over them. A good toiletry bag is a travel necessity. It can also make a great accessory. Here are some stylish options, whether you’re going for a day or a month

More safety tips from readers for women traveling alone

Thanks for “Tips for a Safe Trip From Women With Bona Fides” (On the Spot, by Catharine Hamm, April 28 ). I practice many of these tips and have added a couple (Note to self: Learn a martial art) to my kit. When I travel alone, I dress for invisibility, and the diamond wedding band is stowed at home. In Manhattan, my favorite

Sweden by train: from Stockholm to Oslo

When most people think of Scandinavian travel, they picture fjords, mountains and the dramatic landscapes of the Arctic Circle. But for a slice of authentic Nordic life, consider the lesser-explored central part of Sweden connecting its capital, Stockholm, and Norway’s first city, Oslo. The route is mostly flat, but passes beautiful lakes, chief among

Ancient tombs found near Egypt pyramids

Archaeologists working near the pyramids of Giza have discovered an ancient Egyptian burial ground dating back to around 2500 BCE and hosting the tombs of high-ranking officials. The remarkable find includes a limestone family tomb from Egypt's fifth dynasty, a period spanning the 25th to the 24th century BCE, the country's Ministry of

Meadow larks: orchids and alpine views in Slovenia

Meadow flowers, mountain fishing, food from one of the best chefs in the world. All are on offer in Slovenia, though from the looks of my fellow passengers on the late-night flight, few will venture far from Ljubljana’s bars and throbbing club scene. My companion and I, however, are drawn by more pastoral daytime delights: the Julian Alps

Windstar Cruises to Send Two Ships to Australia and NZ

Windstar Cruises plans to send two of its ships to Australia next year, according to Steve Simao, the line's vice president of sales. As a once-off special cruise departing February 2020, the four-masted, 148-passenger Wind Spirit will visit the region on its way from Tahiti to Singapore for dry dock upgrades, calling at ports in Indonesia, the South

Prince Charles Is Opening a Bed and Breakfast in Scotland

Prince Charles is officially in the hotel business. On May 15, the future King of England will open the doors to his new bed and breakfast, known as Granary Lodge, to the public. The 10-bedroom development overlooks the picturesque North Sea on the grounds of the Castle of Mey in Caithness, Scotland. As the Daily Mail noted, the Castle of Mey was

Universal: Classic monsters join Halloween Horror Nights lineup

They'll do the monster mash at the 2019 edition of Universal's Halloween Horror Nights. A haunted maze dubbed Universal Monsters will feature Dracula, Dr. Frankenstein, the Wolf Man and other classic movie characters at the Orlando event. The house will include passes through Dracula's castle and Dr. Frankenstein's laboratory, home of the

Airline crew helps dad pull off epic mid-air prank

A devoted father got an airline to help him “punch” his daughter midflight, and now she’s plotting her revenge. Bridie Connell was flying to New Zealand for a family party when her father got the flight crew involved in a years-long “prank war” between him and his daughter. According to Connell, she and her dad have been locked in a 15-year

The Chunnel Opens

On May 6, 1994, the tunnel from Folkestone, Kent, England to Coquelles, Pas-de-Calais, France opened for business. Passing under the English Channel, the Chunnel, as it became known, is a modern marvel of engineering. It is the second longest undersea tunnel in the

The Oklahoma tornado outbreak

On May 3, 1999 a total of 66 tornadoes (by some counts 71) spawned in a single day in the state of Oklahoma. One which occurred just southwest of Chickasha, Oklahoma rated an F5 on the Fujita scale (the most severe ranking) and caused $1.1 billion in damage. By

15 things I learned about air travel after traveling the world for a year

I've taken more than 30 flights in 20 countries since March 2018. Traveling for so long has led to lots of mistakes and realizations about how to make every flight better. Some of my most important tips include carrying petroleum jelly to mitigate dry plane air, choosing flag carrier airlines whenever possible, and using Skyscanner's "Everywhere"

Inside the Women Who Travel Meetups: Nashville

Women Who Travel is our space for self-identifying women to share their travel stories, offer advice, and form a community of like-minded travelers. Once a month, we hit the road to bring our community members—a collection of our Women Who Travel podcast listeners, Facebook group members, readers, newsletter subscribers, and travelers

World's tallest dive coaster opens

Can you imagine hanging over a straight drop -- and staring down 245 feet into the gaping maw of an underwater tunnel? Well, you no longer have to imagine. You can travel to Canada's Wonderland, a large theme park outside of Toronto, and submit yourself to that thrill on the Yukon Striker roller coaster. It's set to open 10 a.m. local time

Europe's new capital of cool

As Denmark's "second city," Aarhus is used to Copenhagen grabbing all the attention. But over the past few years, Aarhus has emerged from the capital's shadow, garnering a reputation among travelers as an exciting alternative for a Danish city break. Aarhus, the country's second-largest city, is located on the east coast of the Jutland peninsula

More Airports Are Allowing Non-passengers to Go Through Security

Air travel in the 20th century was more romantic — if only for the fact that you could stay with loved ones all the way up until they boarded their plane. But that forgotten, much-loved aspect of travel could be making a comeback. This week, the Tampa International Airport announced that it will allow visitors to pass through airport security, even

Flower power: 10 of the world's best destinations for blooms

We never quite know when a particular flower will choose to bloom, but bloom they inevitably will. From vibrant tulips to delicate orchids, flowering plants cover the planet. It’s easy to be swept away by their fragrance and appearance; these buds hold more power than a muse to our poetic whimsy. Practically speaking, they form the

In Cuba, Carnival Cruise Ships Have Been Using Stolen Ports, Original Owners Say

Mickael Behn grew up attending shareholder meetings of a port company that no longer existed, except on paper. The Havana Docks Company used to run maritime operations in the busy harbor of Cuba’s capital, until they were confiscated at gunpoint by revolutionaries in 1960. The company’s officers, in the quixotic hope of one day getting

The Ultimate Travel Guide to St. Augustine, Florida

The Fountain of Youth is calling your name—just like it called to the Spanish explorers more than 500 years ago. Maybe it’s those gorgeous beaches or maybe it really is something in the water. Either way, there is lots to explore in this charming city on Florida's Atlantic coast. Most people don’t realize that St. Augustine is the oldest continuouslly

Star Wars Land Reservations Are Already Sold Out — Here's How You Can Still Get a Spot

The Millennium Falcon may be the fastest ship in the galaxy, but the opportunity to be among the first to pilot it just flew even faster. Free reservations to visit Disneyland Resort’s forthcoming Star Wars-themed land were available Thursday morning and sold out in less than two hours after becoming available online. The timed entries, which give

Less than 3% of America's commercial pilots are black. These men want to change that

When Jerome Stanislaus was growing up as part of a middle class, African-American family in Brooklyn, New York, in the 1990s, he had a dream to be a pilot and fly high across the sky. "But I never believed that I would ever actually become a pilot," he remembered. "I did not really believe it was possible — even though I had so much support from

The Anxiety of the $2,300-a-Night Hotel Room

Carbon Beach is a beguiling and exclusive crescent of sand along the Pacific Ocean in Malibu, famous — infamous might be a better word — for the long and mostly losing battle conducted by its wealthy homeowners to keep the public off this stunning mile of coastline. It is also known as Billionaire’s Beach, a fitting reference to the Californians

A cruise expert reveals the 7 things you should do to stay safe

With summer right around the corner, Americans are starting to look forward to sunshine, warmer temperatures and vacation. But for those thinking about adventuring out to sea on a cruise-liner this year, there’s some important information to consider. Over 20 million people take cruises worldwide yearly, and while the vast majority do so

Allure of the Seas Cruises Modified Due to Propulsion Issues

Cruisers booked on Royal Caribbean's Allure of the Seas from this Sunday through October 2019 might notice changes to their itinerary. The line has replaced certain ports of call, and adjusted arrival and departure times for others, as a result of the ship sailing at a reduced speed due to a mechanical issue. The issue has no affect on

Travel firm agrees to compensate couple who lost £2,900 because they hadn't 'booked a package'

The travel firm that left a couple stranded in India after a delayed flight has now admitted it should have looked after them – and will be refunding almost £3,000 in extra costs. Kenny and Nicolette Gower, from London, bought a package – comprising flights to India and an overland adventure tour in Kerala – from Bridge the World, part of STA

Travel Institute Launches New Northern Europe Course

FRAMINGHAM, MA, May 1, 2019 – The Travel Institute announces its new Northern Europe destination specialist course, comprising Scandinavia and The British Isles, is now available. The Northern Europe course is the first release in a new, multi-part European series designed to educate agents about the

The King James Bible

On this date in the year 1611, the King James Version of the Bible was first published. The year 2016 thus represents 405 years of the KJV's influence on the English language. The King's Printer, Robert

Irish man rescues American tourists after car plunges into sea in Co Kerry

An Irish man rescued two elderly American tourists on Tuesday after their car plunged into the water on Valentia Island, off the coast of Co Kerry. Twenty-one-year-old Mike Moriarty told Radio Kerry he was having lunch in the Royal Hotel in Knightstown when a woman pointed out the situation unfolding on the nearby slipway

Jungle Travel Tips From A Costa Rica Insider

Eco-luxury reaches new heights at Costa Rica’s Drake Bay Getaway Resort, a Forbes Travel Guide Recommended tropical retreat where the jungle meets the sea. Built from the ground up by owners Yens Steller and Patrick Ludwig, the postcard-worthy property is as hospitable as it is stunning, with custom tours, personalized meals and attentive service from the innkeepers themselves

Where To Travel In May

With spring in full swing, it’s time to break out that travel bucket list and experience something new. From Derby Day parties and larger-than-life performances to wellness weekends and artistic experiences, May promises plenty of memorable moments. Check out Forbes Travel Guide's curated list

First-timers' guide to Honolulu: 10 do's and don'ts

Maybe you scored one of Southwest Airlines' cheap introductory fares to Honolulu or finally saved enough money or airline miles for that dream anniversary trip. If you're Hawaii bound for the first time, excitement aside, you probably have questions galore about where to stay, what to do and pitfalls to avoid. Here are 10 travel tips for first-timers

Are airports now safe from drone threats?

Doesn't it seem like common sense? That it's a bad idea to fly a drone near an airport? And that it's probably against the law too? This doesn't seem to have stopped drone owners near London Heathrow, London Gatwick, Newark, Dublin and Dubai airports. Over the past months, these airports had flight operations grounded because of apparent drone incursions in the restricted

Are Budget Airlines Really Worth It?

When the budget airline Wow Air abruptly ceased operations earlier this year, thousands of travelers were left stranded and scrambling, on both sides of the Atlantic, to make alternate travel plans. The news, after months of speculation that the Icelandic airline was struggling financially, came at a period that has already been particularly difficult for low-cost carriers. Cyprus’s Cobalt

The best LGBT-friendly hotels

When you travel, few things offer more comfort than a friendly place to lay your head. For lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer-identifying travelers, a welcoming place to stay is perhaps the single-most important element of planning a trip. After all, nobody wants to plan a relaxing vacation only to have their bliss diminished by feeling unwelcome or unsafe

There's a new bachelorette capital, and it's not Vegas

It's 11 a.m. and already hot as blazes when Ray Smitherman's truck pulls into the parking lot behind the bar. The truck -- er, party barge -- has been outfitted to look like a boat. Cushioned benches line the periphery of the truck bed, and there's enough space for a gaggle of women plus their accoutrements. A group of girls, their bare arms weighted down with six packs, bottles of liquor

Royal Caribbean Is Building the World’s Biggest Cruise Ship — Again

Royal Caribbean just keeps getting bigger. Just one year after beating its own record for the world’s largest cruise ship, the cruise line has cut metal on another, even bigger ship that should set another world record on its maiden voyage in 2021. The cruise line is in the process of creating its fifth Oasis ship, the largest class of boat Royal Caribbean has on offer. The first Oasis ship, Oasis of

Celebrating the piña colada's birthplace

The piña colada is a cocktail synonymous with the beach. But have you ever wondered which beach? The Caribe Hilton in San Juan, Puerto Rico, is the birthplace of the famous mixed drink. And 2019 is proving to be an auspicious year at the property. After being damaged by Hurricanes Irma and Maria in 2017, the Caribe Hilton is back open for business, with a sleek new look and a

8 Tips for Wine Lovers and Learners

What’s the difference between a good sauvignon blanc and a great one? Around $25 a bottle, apparently. If you want to learn more, a New Zealand wine cruise can help -- whether you have a deep interest in viticulture or just enjoy the occasional (OK, regular) glass. Azamara Club Cruises’ 16-night Australia & NZ voyage is not a loosely themed cruise; it’s an intensive, immersive

Barcelona's Best Seaside Resort: The Hotel Arts

Hotel Arts Barcelona, a Ritz-Carlton property, was conceived and built as part of the 1992 Summer Olympics during a time when the city wished to embrace the seaside as a destination---rather than abandon it to industry and shipping. Now, over two decades later the seaside is Barcelona’s resort escape—and Hotel Arts is the city’s ultimate five-star oceanfront property. Here you can

Collette Prioritizes Social Responsibility as a Key Value through the launch of dedicated website space

Pawtucket, RI (April 30, 2019) – Collette, global tour operator, is thrilled to announce the launch of a dedicated area of their website to the importance of social responsibility, a key value at the heart of everything the organization believes in. The strategic focus on four pillars: Community, People, Travel

CroisiEurope Announces New Itineraries for 2020

Europe’s largest river cruise operator, CroisiEurope Cruises, today announced its brand new 2020 itineraries programs featuring 170 cruises taking place on 56 ships along 39 waterways in 37 countries. The cruise operator previously announced early booking offers on all 2020 itineraries

Dedication of the Empire State Building

New York City's Empire State Building was dedicated on this day in 1931. The grand building was designed by the architectural firm of Shreve, Lamb and Harmon using earlier designs, for the Reynolds Building in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Construction began on January 22, 1930. The building's

Life is a Journey: Helping Seniors Travel

Spring is here and summer is coming. With warm weather comes the thought of vacations and road trips. As people age, though, travel can become more challenging due to mobility issues or increasing anxiety about the idea of traveling long distances. It’s important for seniors to be able to maintain the ability to travel, though. According to the Global Coalition on Aging, travel has

15 Things You Need to Know Before You Go to Turkey

Visited by nearly 38 million people a year, Turkey is one of the world’s top 10 tourism destinations, and for good reason. Actually, make that many reasons: history, nature, food, culture, hospitality… With so much to explore, it can be hard to know where to start. These tips will help make your trip as rewarding as it can be. Justly famed for its ancient ruins, scenic coastlines, and the

New Zealand's Tourist Tax Will Be Used to Combat Overtourism

In September, New Zealand announced its plan to tax tourists entering the country for the first time in its history. And now, we’re learning exactly where all those tourist-driven tax dollars will go. As Travel+Leisure previously reported, the country introduced its International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL). With the tax, visitors will be required to fork over $35 NZD ($23) when

British Airways Is Celebrating Its Centennial With Absurdly British Food

In honor of 100 years in the sky, British Airways is getting even more... British. Passengers aboard British Airways will be able to purchase a travel-size jar of Marmite, specially designed to honor the airline’s centennial. The spread has a divisive taste. You either love it or you hate it (in fact, that’s the product’s slogan), but you definitely know it if you’re British. The spread, made from

What Morocco's First Female Mountain Guide Can Teach the Travel Industry

About three years ago Peak DMC, Intrepid Group’s destination management company, set itself a target of doubling its number of female guides. “As a business we actually realized that we had a problem in terms of gender equality in our tour guides. Basically, we started to challenge ourselves three years ago and thought about, OK, are we actually doing the right thing?” Zina Bencheikh

Seven of the Most Scenic Ferry Rides in the United States

Bridges and tunnels may be the most convenient way to cross a body of water, but they’re far from scenic. If views are what you're seeking, a ferry ride is just the answer, whether you're in a car or on foot. According to the U.S. Bureau of Transportation, nearly 119 million passengers and 25 million motor vehicles received ferry transport in 2015, the bureau's most recent data, with New

Book the Table, Then Buy the Plane Tickets

In 2017, when Nora Martins was trying to decide between Japan or South America for a big fall trip, it was neither the staggered steps of Machu Picchu nor the snow-capped peaks of Patagonia that sealed the deal. “My husband called me and said, ‘I got a reservation at Central, so I think we should go to South America,’” said Ms. Martins, 34, a lawyer who lives in Long Island City

May Day in India, home to 522 million workers

Each May 1, workers in India join others around the world to mark May Day -- also called Labour Day or International Workers' Day, depending on local customs. It's quite fitting that India celebrates with an official holiday in some of its 29 states and seven union territories. After all, the country has an estimated 522 million workers. For comparison, that's more than the entire

48 hours in . . . the Lake District, an insider guide to England's muse

The clue to the region’s allure is in the name. A dozen or more lakes – sinuous, pretty, forbidding – vie for attention. Throw in craggy fells, tumbling waterfalls, timeless villages of whitewashed cottages, and the pull is irresistible. Even when it’s damp – and it frequently is – the scenery merely acquires a layer of misty romanticism. Its compact size (around 30 by 40 miles), together with

Princess Cruises to Raise Automatic Daily Gratuities

In an effort to be more "on par with other cruise lines," Princess Cruises has raised the gratuities automatically charged to passengers' onboard accounts. The daily, per-person rates will increase by $1 and affect all cruises departing on or after May 21, 2019. Passengers staying in standard cabins (interior, ocean-view and balcony) will be charged $14.50 (up from $13.50); mini

Cruise ship tour: Phoenix Reisen's Artania

If you speak German and would enjoy cruising on a midsized, classic ship with character and charm, then Phoenix Reisen’s Artania could be a perfect fit. Before this eye-catching vessel hit the scene in 1984 as Princess Cruises' first Royal Princess with no fewer than 152 balcony staterooms, verandas were limited to just a few top-tier suites, if any, on most premium-market cruise ships

An amputee says he was left 'crawling across the floor' after airline security confiscated his scooter batteries

A Canadian amputee is petitioning to have his case heard by the Canadian Human Rights Commission after officials at a Calgary airport confiscated the batteries needed to power his portable scooter, according to CNN affiliate CBC. Stearn Hodge lost his left arm and right leg in a workplace accident in 1984 and uses a scooter powered by lithium batteries to get around. He can wear a

Nine years and $71 million later, this historic Miami Beach hotel is ready to reopen

When the historic Peter Miller Hotel on Collins Avenue and 19th Street reopens as the Lennox Hotel Miami Beach in July after nine years of closure, guests will find a bar where the front desk used to be. The 1936 historically designated hotel has undergone a $71 million renovation since CEO of Lennox Hotels Diego Agnelli purchased it in 2010 for $14.7 million. The original terrazzo floor

Six Luxury Hotels with Delicious Gluten-Free High-Teas

Afternoon tea at hotels is a tradition that I’ve always enjoyed. Maybe it’s because I grew up in India where afternoon tea is considered a meal unto itself, but the carb-laden ritual of sandwiches, scones slathered with cream and a parade of pastries is something I love and indulge in several times a year, usually when I travel. When I got diagnosed with celiac disease two years

Katarina Line Offers Last-Minute Two-for-One Cruise Specials On Popular Routes Along Croatia’s Adriatic Coast

Award-winning small ship cruise company Katarina Line is offering last-minute two-for-one specials on select cruises along the Adriatic coastline that include some of the company’s most popular routes, available only during the month of May 2019. The specials represent a

Central Holidays Presents Week-long Booking Bonus for Travel Advisor Appreciation Day

Moonachie, NJ – April 30, 2019 – Central Holidays is honoring travel advisor partners by offering a $100 gift card for every new booking! The award-winning travel brand is celebrating National Travel Advisor Day all week long from May 1 - May 7, 2019! Central

George Washington Takes Office

On this date in 1789, George Washington took the oath of office at Federal Hall in New York City to become the first president of the United States. He remains the only president ever to have received 100% of the Electoral College votes. John Adams was elected as his Vice

What it's like to vacation in Iraq

When you're deciding your next vacation destination, it's unlikely that Iraq will be top of your list. The Middle Eastern country has long been synonymous with conflict or turmoil -- and the idea of wandering Baghdad snapping photos seems pretty far fetched. But Norwegian photographer Christian Lindgren did just that -- jetting off to Iraq for an

Mother's Day Gift Guide: Great Travel Headphones That Aren't Bose

For most travelers, the first name that comes up when talking about headphones is Bose. You can see passengers of every age, gender and dress donning them on pretty much every flight and, in fact, Forbes Finds named the Bose QuietComfort 35 II the best travel headphones of the year. But there are so many other brands out there offering a

16 Diaper Bags and Backpacks to Keep You Organized When Traveling With Baby

Parenthood may be the most rewarding experiences ever but it’s also one that challenges and overwhelms you on a daily basis. And taking the first trip with baby is often one of those challenges. Even a short flight or a train ride requires you to take half of your little one’s items — toys, diapers, wipes, more toys, pacifiers, bottles, a change of

JetBlue Is Expanding Its Use of Facial Recognition Technology

Having your face scanned to ensure you are who you say you are may sound like something out of a dystopian film or science-fiction movie, but that’s exactly where the future of air travel is heading. Through a partnership with U.S. Customs and Border Protection, JetBlue has been verifying the identity of passengers using facial recognition software

The Best Summer Trips for Solo Travelers

Craving some adventure this summer? The notion of a solo trip might be a bit overwhelming at first, but once you get past the initial fear of traveling alone, the benefits of vacationing by yourself become evident. For starters, there’s something incredibly fulfilling and empowering about embarking on an independent getaway. It’s an unparalleled

How a DNA test led to a Kenyan safari adventure

Tracey Cheatham didn't come to Kenya for the animals. She came for the people. The doctor from Las Vegas has spent a year planning this trip with her lawyer husband Mark McIntire to celebrate her 50th birthday. They've flown the 300-kilometer trip from Nairobi to The Sanctuary at Ol Lentille, in the far north of the Laikipia Plateau, because

A Friend's Final Wish In Ireland

I watched tremulously as my fiancé, Alan, steadied himself and his camera on a craggy edge of the Cliffs of Moher, facing the wild Irish waters. Through the torrent of rain and gusts, all I could think was ‘please don’t fall in’. We had caravanned from the nearby village of Doolin alongside a crew of friends for a rehearsal. The next day, in the same

Visiting Tokyo's Imperial Palace

Didn't receive an invitation to this week's abdication ceremony of Japanese Emperor Akihito on May 30 or the coronation of his son, Crown Prince Naruhito, on May 1? The good news is you can join the country's biggest "after party" at their home. On May 4, the newly crowned Naruhito and his wife, Masako, will make their first public

American, JetBlue, Alaska Airlines hit by brief computer outage — again

Travelers on American, Alaska and JetBlue airlines ran into travel trouble Monday during a brief computer outage, the second in a month. Passengers took to Twitter to complain about not being able to check in for flights or book flights among other issues, and lines began to form at some airports as some airlines had to write manual tickets. The

New Royal Caribbean Cruise Dining Packages Now Available for Purchase

Royal Caribbean spent the month of April introducing two new dining packages, which are now available to booked cruisers for purchase. The new Unlimited Dining Package and Chops Plus 1 Package are essentially updated versions of the line's previous dining packages, with a wider variety of inclusions and more flexibility, but also higher price tags

Chartering A Yacht Instead Of Booking A Luxury Hotel

For her 40th birthday two years ago, Sam Owens knew she wanted to have a blowout bash with friends. Owens—who lives in London and works in fashion merchandising—debated between booking out a boutique hotel or renting a large house. The group wanted the space a house would provide, but also hotel amenities and service. She was leaning

Two planes collide at East Midlands airport

Two planes collided during foggy weather this morning at East Midlands airport. A Ryanair plane clipped a stationary Jet2 aircraft while it was taxiing to the stand at the Derbyshire airport. No passengers were onboard either aircraft at the time of the incident and no-one was injured. A Ryanair spokesperson told The Independent: “One of our training

35 Countries Where Americans Are Most Likely To Get Kidnapped

Earlier this month, California resident Kimberly Sue Endicott traveled to Uganda on a bucket-list trip to see gorillas in their natural habitat. This traveler's dream vacation soon turned into a nightmare. She and her safari guide were kidnapped on April 2, and their captors demanded a $500,000 ransom. For five days, the

Is a vacation for a caregiver even possible? Yes -- here's how

Three hospitals. Four rehab centers and nursing homes. And 24/7 private home care in between. That was my widowed mother's life -- and by extension my life -- in 2018 and spilling over into this year. When a family member has an extended illness, there really aren't enough hours in the day for the

Barack Obama on why travel matters

This month at the World Travel & Tourism Council global summit in Seville, Spain, BBC Travel was fortunate enough to attend a Q&A with former US president Barack Obama. In his wide-ranging remarks, the author and Nobel Peace Prize recipient talked to Hilton CEO Chris Nassetta about how travelling helps each of us

The New AC Marriott Sunnyvale Cupertino Brings Millennial Style To Affordable Travel

All the major hotel brands have more affordable lines, and Marriott's is, perhaps, the boldest of them all in terms of style, design, and implicit demographic. The recently opened AC Marriott Sunnyvale Cupertino, a mid-priced and very comfortable hotel in the heart of Silicon Valley, is doing just about everything right to

Hotel Review: The Generator Miami, in Miami Beach

Europe’s hip hotel brand brings a hybrid between a hostel and a boutique hotel to the high-profile Mid-Beach area

These Glass Houses Have an Outdoor Tub Overlooking Chile’s Wine Country

Chile’s Millahue Valley is located about two hours’ drive south of the capital city of Santiago. It’s a winemaker’s paradise whose name translates to “place of gold” from the native Mapundungun language. And, with the opening of a unique new hotel, the valley is becoming a destination for seekers of luxury — and good vino

Is this the world's most dangerous sea route?

To commemorate the 500th anniversary of the discovery of the Strait of Magellan, a writer sets off in his grandfather’s wake to the deadly Cape Horn headland. When I was a child, my grandfather Alfred Downes often spoke about the 128-day journey that he took in 1949 aboard the Pamir. The famous four-masted

Families With Autistic Children Can Practice Getting on a Plane

Everything from planning the perfect vacation destination to roaming around an airport for hours can be a challenge for families who have a member who is on the autism spectrum. That's why Autism Double-Checked and JetSuiteX are partnering up, not just to train crew members on how to help those with autism have a

Going offline: the benefits of a break from the internet

On the first day we kept checking our phones, even after they had died. Maddy, who was quite young at the time, seemed to find the absence of screens inexplicable, as if she was being unfairly punished. What kind of a holiday fails to deliver the basics of human existence, like an iPad? She slept a lot. It was only on the third

A local’s guide to Palma de Mallorca: 10 top tips

I love the maze of Moorish-feeling little streets in the historic district between Plaça de Cort and the seafront. If you just wander towards La Seu, the cathedral, you always come across something surprising. A lot of the old mansions have been done up and are now hotels, cafes and restaurants, which is great to see. You only

Why the most English corner of the Mediterranean should be your next holiday destination

There are very few tourists around in May but the weather is warm, in the high 60Fs to low 70Fs (the low 20Cs). Gibraltar is also the perfect jumping-off point to southern Spain – assuming Brexit doesn’t get in the way – and from there to even hotter North Africa. Connections from the UK by air come courtesy of British Airways (ba.com) and

From grand palaces to wartime memories, a Danube cruise brings Europe’s past into focus

The Danube, it turns out, is not “blue” at all but a murky green. At least it was from where I sat on my balcony in the late autumn sunshine, watching the occasional swan drift by. This was my first river cruise and I had no idea it would be so enjoyable. I had imagined a much busier and fustier experience. Yet here I was, aboard APT’s slick Concerto

The incredible rise of Dubai as the world's air travel hub

Sixty years ago Dubai was little more than a village. Pearling and fishing propped up the economy and around 25,000 called it home. To put that into perspective, more people attend Sunderland’s football matches on a typical Saturday afternoon. The city’s airport was just a single runway on a salt flat. Alongside it was the only place to stay in the entire

Just Back From a "Strictly Come Dancing" Cruise on P&O Cruises' Britannia: 7 Things Fans Should Know

The partnership between P&O Cruises and BBC's "Strictly Come Dancing" (or simply "Strictly") may be in its ninth year, but like the show itself it shows no signs of getting old. This year, the onboard experience has been updated, so as well as a host of free Strictly events, participants can now get even more up close and personal with the pro dancers

Joan of Arc enters Orleans

For over 116 years, France and England were at war. The English House of Plantagenet and the French House of Valois both claimed the French throne based on lineage. In April of 1429, the French city of Orleans was under siege by the English. The battle was a

South African Airways Receives Corporate Leadership Award In Honor Of Shared Interest's 25th Anniversary

Fort Lauderdale, FL (April 26, 2019) - South African Airways (SAA), Africa's most award airline, was honored with the "Corporate Leadership" award at the 25th Shared Interest Anniversary Fala held in New York City on April 25. Shared Interest is a non-profit social investment fund that mobilizes the resources for Southern Africa's economically disenfranchised communities to sustain themselves and

Blushington's New Hotel Collaboration Is The Ultimate Travel Beauty Hack

Those living in Los Angeles or New York (and now Dallas!) may know the wonders of a pre-event appointment at Blushington, a makeup application studio and purveyor of professional-quality makeup and beauty products. The brand is now exploring an expansion into an area of personal interest for the all female C-suite and similarly minded travelers who

This Influencer has Visited 110 Countries: Here's How She Budgets Her Trips

Oneika Raymond has achieved the ultimate travel goal: She does it for a living, and she does it on her own terms. The founder of travel blog Oneika the Traveller and host of the Travel Channel digital series Big City, Little Budget has been to 114 countries and counting, garnering a dedicated following on Instagram in the process (some 78.3K followers to be

The Best Pillows, Blankets, and More for Restless Travelers

Traveling is fun and exciting. You’re getting a chance to see new places, try new food, and maybe experience a new culture. The downside to travel: not sleeping in your own bed. We take a comfortable night’s sleep for granted at home but, when it comes to travel, you may be stressed, knowing how hard it is to get a good night’s sleep. Well, it’s time to

14 Weekender Bags With Separate Shoe Compartments

The quest for the perfect weekender bag is already complex enough, and then you add your shoes into the mix. Maybe you’re hoping to get a run in during a weekend at the beach, or heading to a wedding and need space for both your dress shoes and a pair of flats to console your feet at brunch the next day. That is where a separate shoe compartment

The Future of Airplane Food Involves Robots, Apps, and Automats

Airplane food service hasn’t changed much since the introduction of the wheeled trolley, but some designers think it’s time to toss out the galleys and trays — and try something completely different. Bernadette Berger, associate creative director at Seattle-based design firm TEAGUE, imagines that trolley service could be replaced by automat-style ordering

This Cruise Ship Was Designed Especially for the Galapagos

Celebrity Cruises’ new ship, the Celebrity Flora, is almost ready to set sail to the Galapagos Islands, and it’s going to give guests a cruise experience they’ve never had before. The new vessel is about two weeks away from completion, according to Travel Weekly, and it’s practically made for sailing to the Galapagos Islands. Even though it only carries 100

The most remote hotel on Earth

With no cars or mobile phone signal available, Eastern Greenland is about as far from civilization as gets. The town of Ittoqqortoormiit, positioned on the edge of the frozen sea, is the only inhabited piece of land on this desolately beautiful coastline south of Greenland National Park. At the center of this tiny village sits a bright orange guest house, which

At least 34 mummies found in hidden Egyptian tomb

Archaeologists from Egypt and Italy have discovered at least 34 mummies in the southern Egyptian city of Aswan. The remains date back to the late Pharaonic and Greco-Roman period, between the 6th century B.C. and the 4th century A.D. Alongside the mummies, the archaeologists found artifacts including pottery, painted funerary masks and wooden

Here's how to make sure your summer travel plans aren't ruined by 737 Max flight cancellations

Thousands of flights have been canceled since all of Boeing's 737 Max airplanes were grounded on March 13, forcing American AAL , Southwest, LUV United UAL and many international airlines to scramble and adjust schedules, rebook passengers and figure out what comes next. Airlines expect Boeing to issue software updates and new training

Amtrak to increase high-speed train service between Boston and Washington, D.C.

Amtrak customers asked for more travel opportunities between Boston and Washington, D.C., and Amtrak answered. The high-speed Acela Express currently makes 10 round-trip journeys between Boston and Washington, D.C. on weekdays, three on Saturdays (though one northbound train departs from New York), and six on Sundays. In response to customer

The Best Sandwiches in New York, as Picked by Top Chefs

New York is a town of strong opinions. Residents can’t agree on anything, whether it’s a major e-commerce company setting up a new HQ or whether SoHa, or South Harlem, goes beyond acronym to be an actual neighborhood. (It doesn’t.) Opinions are particularly fierce when it comes to food, be it best pizza or best steak or best burgers or the topic

Cruise ship review: S.S. Bon Voyage

S.S Bon Voyage, Uniworld’s newest ‘Super Ship’, launched in April 2019. It’s the result of an eight month rennovation of the River Royale (launched 2006). The interior was completely overhauled to create the vessel that will sail along the Garonne, Dordogne and Gironde rivers. It has the first infinity pool on a river ship

Tanzania comes into existence

Britain and Germany had long been the colonial powers in eastern Africa, and the nation of Tanganyika was no exception. But when British rule came to an end in 1961, Tanganyika peacefully moved into independence with Julius Nyerere as its President. Just offshore on the

CELESTYAL CRUISES ANNOUNCES EXTENDED 2019 AND NEW 2020 ITINERARIES INCLUDING SEVEN NEW PORTS OF CALL

ATHENS, GREECE (February 04, 2019) – Celestyal Cruises, the award-winning, main home-porting cruise operator in Greece and the preeminent line serving the Greek Islands and the Mediterranean has extended the season with new 2019 and 2020 itineraries. In 2019 Celestyal

From Salon Marketplace: Travel in effortless style with this ultra-organized bag

The best bags you could own are the ones that can do many things. It's rare to find a backpack that's sleek enough for your morning commute to the city and give you an equally cosmopolitan look when you go to the airport — mostly because backpacks tend you make you look (and feel) like you're ten years old on your way to summer camp again. Ditch

An Instagram travel couple with nearly 500,000 followers shared what their photos look like before and after editing

It's no secret that great Instagram photo opportunities are among the highlights for many of today's travelers. Indeed, a recent survey found that 40.1% of millennials deemed "Instagrammability" an important factor when considering a holiday destination. Some tour companies have even launched packages that allow travelers to hire professional

EasyJet bans peanuts on all flights

Not only will the British-based budget airline no longer serve peanuts, passengers are also being asked not to consume products containing nuts in order to protect travelers with allergies. The move comes after mounting consumer pressure, which has seen airlines such as Qantas, Southwest Airlines, Lufthansa and British Airways remove peanuts as snacks from

This Site Connects Solo Travelers Who Are Looking for Someone to Travel and Split Expenses With

Travel is a wonderful thing, but traveling solo can get lonely — and expensive. Sometimes all you want is a little company as you walk along the Great Wall of China or someone to split costs with when you splurge on a rental car to explore the French countryside. One travel site is working to fill that need by connecting travelers from all over the world who are

UK warns against Sri Lanka travel

The UK is advising against all but essential travel to Sri Lanka after the Easter Sunday bombings in which more than 350 people died. The Foreign Office says terrorists are very likely to try to carry out indiscriminate attacks there, including in places visited by foreigners. Eight Britons are known to be among those killed in the attacks on churches and hotels in

You'll Notice One Iconic Thing Missing From United's New Planes

United’s famous yellow globe is disappearing from the trail of its aircraft. The airline debuted its new livery at an event at Chicago O’Hare Airport on Wednesday. Before the launch, United CEO Oscar Munoz described the new livery as “an evolution not a revolution,” according to FlightGlobal. The new aircraft features the same gray belly as the previous livery

Destroyed by volcanic eruptions, popular trail at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park reopens

Nearly one year after the Kīlauea Volcano eruption at Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, much of the famed Kīlauea Iki Trail reopened in time for this week's National Park Week. The national park, which protects one of the most active volcanoes in the world, closed on May 11, 2018, as volcanic eruptions, earthquakes and flowing lava destroyed trails and

I paid $22 to walk across the famous glass bridge that spans China's 'Grand Canyon,' and it was the worst experience I had in a year of traveling the world for work

I left New York a year ago to travel around the world as Business Insider's international correspondent.While I've had some epic adventures, some bucket-list attractions were overpriced, uninspiring, overcrowded, or just plain boring. The worst offender was the Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Glass Bridge in China, the longest and highest glass bridge in the

5 of the best cruises for accessible travel

If you or someone you are traveling with has a disability, the accessibility of a cruise ship can be an important factor when it comes to deciding where to spend your next vacation. Most cruise ships are at least somewhat accessible but certain cruise lines and ships offer better accommodations than others. Both Princess Cruises and Disney Cruise Line have ships with designs and features that make ships more accessible.

Royal Caribbean starts building next world's largest cruise ship

Royal Caribbean has cut steel on the fifth Oasis-class cruise ship that will take the title of world’s largest cruise ship when it debuts in 2021. The yet-to-be-named ship will be a sister ship to the current title holder, Symphony of the Seas, which debuted in 2018. That one comes in at 228,081 gross tons, 1,188 feet long and has a maximum capacity of 6,680 guests

The French foodie capitals you've probably never heard of

Here are six slightly obscure French destinations with a surprising number of gastronomic restaurants. Alsaciens exact high standards – in the kitchen as elsewhere. Olivier Nasti meets them to two-star Michelin level at the grand Chambard hotel. Thus is Kaysersberg becoming the pint-size culinary hotspot of this outstanding region

Hiking trails set to open beside the world's most hostile border

Hikers will soon be able to explore the infamous demilitarized zone that divides North and South Korea. This month, the South Korean government approved plans to construct three walking trails within the "DMZ" buffer, which is 2.5 miles wide, 160 miles long and has divided the two nations since 1953. The first is scheduled to open at the end of April

La Marseillaise

On April 25th, 1792, Claude Joseph Rouget de Lisle composed "La Marseillaise", the song destined to become the French national anthem. Rouget composed the song as a rallying cry as Prussian and Austrian armies marched on France. The song became the French national

A First-Timer's Guide to Cairo

After almost a decade of political turmoil, visitors are finally returning to Egypt. Hotels are full, boat trips along the Nile require a waitlist to book once again, and the highly anticipated Grand Egyptian Museum promises to draw even more tourists when it opens its doors within the next year or so. I was able to travel to Cairo for nearly a week last November

CELESTYAL CRUISES SETS SAIL WEST IN 2020; LAUNCHES NEW ADRIATIC ITINERARIES

Celestyal Cruises, the regional leader for the Greek Islands and Eastern Mediterranean has announced it is taking its award-wining program west in the fall of 2020 for six departures into the Adriatic visiting seven new destinations in Italy, Montenegro, Croatia and Greece. The new

Founding of the Library of Congress

President John Adams signed into law an act establishing the Library of Congress on April 24, 1800. The same act transferred of the seat of government of the United States from Philadelphia to the District of Columbia. The law made available the sum of $5,000 "for the

MSC Cruises Teams Up With Martha Stewart on New Shore Excursions, Menus and Gift Packages

Through a new partnership with acclaimed home and lifestyle expert Martha Stewart, MSC Cruises has developed new shore excursions, surprise gift packages and holiday dinner menus that will debut on select ships beginning in summer 2019. Miami-based MSC Seaside and MSC Armonia will be the first to debut the line's new Martha Stewart shore

Viking Sun last cruise of the season

The cruise season has drawn to a close. The last cruise to dock in both the Eastern and Western Capes was the state-of-the-art Viking Sun, calling at the ports of East London, Port Elizabeth and Cape Town. This was the vessel’s maiden voyage to the country and also the very first time her Switzerland-based owner Viking Ocean Cruises had ever included

Flexibility vs. brand loyalty: How to choose a travel credit card

First, there were Green Stamps – little adhesive stickers shoppers earned for grocery store purchases then redeemed for merchandise. Then came frequent flyer programs, with American Airlines and United Airlines among the first to reward traveler loyalty in the early 1980s. Then airlines and hotels partnered with issuers to roll out branded credit cards, which

Queer Eye’s Bobby Berk on the Fab Five’s Travel Habits and Date Nights at LAX

As soon as Bobby Berk had disposable income, he says, he made it a priority to see as much of the world as possible—so much so, that he now clocks up around 200,000 miles a year on the road. Of course, that has a lot to do with being one fifth of Netflix’s beloved show Queer Eye, which has taken the show’s resident design expert as far as Australia

Is ultra-low-cost air travel really worth it?

It's a seven-hour flight across the Atlantic at a bargain price: Low-cost airline Norwegian will jet you from New York to Madrid for $154 one way, taxes included. And the fare isn't a travel anomaly -- the likes of American Airlines and Lufthansa are all fighting for passenger pennies, offering round trip fares between various US cities and Europe for under

The Most Breathtaking Trips Every Traveler Should Experience Alone

For many people, the idea of traveling alone can feel intimidating and overwhelming. How will you find your way around? Will you have anyone to talk to? What if you get lost? Solo travel can feel, well, very foreign—especially because you have to go out of your way to talk to strangers and solve problems on your own. But solo vacations are also some of the

Travel Navigator: Emergency row seat means extra legroom – and great responsibility

As personal space on planes continues to shrink, one place where you can still enjoy a small amount of dignity are the “overwing” emergency exit rows. Those rows usually still have the humane 36 inches of space necessary for quick egress during an evacuation. They also are often occupied by experienced air travelers who mind their own business. If you’re

How to Throw an Unforgettable New Orleans Bachelor Party

There's no denying that New Orleans is the perfect city for a bachelor party. With an incredible bar scene, some of the best food in the country, plenty of history, and of course, Bourbon Street, why not take the boys to the Big Easy? If you find yourself planning a bachelor party in New Orleans here's our guide to the best restaurants, hotels, bars and activities

The curious case of Lombard Street, San Francisco's overcrowded oddity

Some four and a half years ago, I climbed into rental a car on a warm afternoon. I pulled a seatbelt - scorching to the touch, because the vehicle had been parked in direct sunlight - across my chest. And then I headed off through the petrol fumes, tyre squeal and general commotion of a major American metropolis, in search of a traffic jam

Seaway to heaven: A meandering cruise through the Great Lakes and the Thousand Islands

The muffins gave it away. The walls of the lock were soaring as our ship descended, but so smoothly were we moving that there was no real sense of how swiftly it was happening – except in the size of the muffins. When we’d arrived, one of our Canadian crew had handed over a batch, freshly baked in the galley, to the Americans operating the lock. That foil

Tourists Warned Of A Dangerous Threat In The Bahamas

Cruisers and other tourists heading to the Bahamas were this week warned of a new threat in the form of traffic-related fatalities caused by, among other things, erratic drivers and the dangers associated with bicycle and scooter rentals. According to a report in the Nassau Guardian, the Overseas Security Advisory Council — which functions as a division of

What We Know About the Sri Lanka Bombings and How It's Affecting Travel to the Country

At least 290 people were killed and more than 500 were injured in at least eight coordinated bombings on Easter Sunday in Sri Lanka. The U.S. State Department has issued advisories both for travelers currently in the country and those who had planned travel there. The New York Times reported on Monday that the attacks targeted at least three Catholic

An A to Z Guide to Not Killing the Planet When You Travel

Being a responsible traveler sounds simple in theory: Just go green. Take care of the environment. But when it comes time to actually taking action, it can get a bit overwhelming. Where to start? And what to pack? With this in mind, we’ve compiled 26 actually doable steps to be an eco-friendly traveler. Some—like ditching single-use plastics—will have an

Your NYC MetroCard Could Win You a Free Trip to Hawaii

If you’ve ever lived in New York City, or travel there frequently, you know the feeling of having dozens of MetroCards lining your pockets or purse. Well, it's time to add another to your collection — really, hear us out — because it could be your ticket to Hawaii. On Tuesday, the Hawaii Visitors & Convention Bureau (HVCB) launched an initiative that will bring

Asia's 9 busiest airports in 2019

With Beijing's new world-beating airport set to open this year, it adds to the list of megahubs in the region already vying for passengers and airlines while innovating along the way. The continent holds nine of the world's top 20 busiest airports by total passenger numbers (including both domestic and international flights), according to the latest report by Airports

Why this 100-year-old hotel chain thinks we are in the 'golden age' of travel

Airbnb be damned. The major hotel chains are charging ahead with fresh-looking upscale brands that target millennials and long-term commitments to opening thousands of new rooms. And with the Chinese economy stabilizing after a 2018 slowdown and the U.S. economic growth outlook improving after a sluggish first quarter, hotels are poised to cash in

Why You Should Go to Armenia Now, in 15 Epic Photos

Armenia, a landlocked country of about 3 million people in the Caucasus Mountains, has a few claims to fame: gold medal chess players, fraught geopolitics, Churchill’s favorite brandy, and—OK, fine—the Kardashians, who are proud Armenian Americans. But tourism? Most U.S. travelers couldn’t spot Armenia on a map (it’s sandwiched between Georgia

Sick of Wine Tours? Travel for Vodka Instead in This Delightful Part of Sweden

The medieval town of Åhus in Sweden is a picturesque and tranquil place, with its cobblestoned streets and quiet, chilly seaside views. Driving by the fairytale-like buildings and homes dispersed amongst the vast winter wheat fields that go on and on feels like the start to a poem. It’s a quiet, serene area, perfect for curling up under a blanket and reading a

The Swiss language that few know

The Sarine River skirts the edge of Basse-Ville (lower town), dividing both the canton of Fribourg and the city of Fribourg into two sectors: German-speaking and French-speaking. The city of around 40,000 people is clearly one of duality: street signs are all in two languages; residents can choose whether their children will use French or German in primary

Founding of the Conch Republic

Drug smuggling and illegal immigration during the early 1980's found a home in southern Florida. The United States Border Patrol set up a roadblock and an inspection point in Key West to stop vehicles for searches. Both local citizens and tourists were greatly inconvenienced

New Zealand Rail Had to Close Its Open-air Viewing Cars Because Passengers Were Taking Dangerous Selfies

New Zealand’s Kiwi Rail closed its outdoor viewing carriages in an attempt to stop passengers leaning out of the train to take high-risk selfies. “In recent months, we've seen more passengers placing themselves in danger by leaning out of the viewing carriage to take photographs,” the train line said in an announcement. “The safety of our passengers is hugely

Leave the car at home: see the UK coast without driving

Clifftop bluebells frame the view. Below us is the beach we’ve just crossed, balancing on barnacle-crusted rocks and jumping over rain-boosted streams. As the falcon flies, we’re less than 20 miles from Cardiff, but there is a wild remoteness here in the cascading valleys, pungent with wild garlic, and shining sand that mirrors a cloudy sky

Southbound From Tromso to Bergen

In the second part of our Arctic Adventure, during which we're trying out the north- and southbound Norwegian Coastal Voyages pioneered by Hurtigruten, we travelled from Kirkenes back to Tromso, the self-styled "capital" of the Arctic, and widely regarded as the best place to witness the Northern Lights. There's a lot to do here -- and on a typical Hurtigruten

The First Earth Day

On April 22 of each year, millions of people celebrate Earth Day, regarded by many to mark the birth of the modern environmental movement. Gaylord Nelson, a Democratic Senator from Wisconsin, was the principal founder of the first Earth Day. Senator Nelson hired a young

How to Travel Without Leaving a Trace

Niagara Falls and its surrounding parks see millions of visitors a year, and all that foot traffic results in a lot of trash — 832 metric tons each year from the Canadian areas alone. Still, park sanitation workers were surprised to find a piano, broken into pieces, among the items left in the garbage one day. “People dispose of all kinds of things,” said Steve

25 of the most beautiful places on Earth

The world's a spectacular place, full of hidden and overt beauty in every corner. But beauty's also subjective. It'd be impossible to get a unanimous decision on the most beautiful places around the world -- but we think this list is a good start to plan your travels. In celebration of Earth Day, we've rounded up the best of the best. From lush African forests to

7 Planet-Saving Travel Tips for Earth Day

Earth Day, the most important of all holidays, so much so that we reliably forget about it each year until it autopopulates into the Google Cal. When you were a kid, April 22 might have involved your a class trip to clean garbage out of your neighborhood creek, maybe plant a bunch of little trees, but a lot of the time now, for a lot of people, Earth Day becomes

Japan's Coolest Cafe Bathroom Is Surrounded by a Massive Aquarium

No dining out experience is complete without a trip to the bathroom these days. It’s become the place where a restaurant makes or breaks their vibe. Not only can it round out a diner’s experience, it can get the restaurant free social media advertising. Because the bathroom is the most private part of a restaurant, it’s also the part where customers are most

Would You Travel Across The World For 62 Seconds Of Science? Countdown Begins To Super-Short Eclipse

Would you travel across the world and into the remote Outback of Australia to glimpse a total solar eclipse that will last for just 62 seconds? Tens of thousands of eclipse-chasers from across the globe will do just that exactly four years from today on April 20, 2023, to see a rare 'hybrid' solar eclipse that just grazes the coast of Western Australia

The Best Places in the World to Travel if You Love Mushrooms

The culinary world owes a lot to whoever first discovered the magic of mushrooms. Fungus — from everyday cremini to decadent morels — is an undeniable gift from nature. A vegetarian’s delight, the fleshy, umami-packed vegetable offers an unparalleled, meaty addition to everything from soup and sauces to pasta and pastries. But the best thing about

Travel to Bali for Revelations in Balance and Beauty

Falling water is the prevailing sound at Gunung Kawi Sebatu, one of the most captivating yet least visited temple complexes in Bali. Nestled within a verdant glade seven miles northeast of Ubud, it’s composed of a series of ponds and pools—most full of golden carp sheltered by lotus flowers and water lilies—fed by the natural spring that flows beneath

10 Backpack Brands Travelers Can Trust

The backpack is enjoying some much-deserved popularity right now as a street accessory, suitcase, and just generally handy transport. A good backpack will spare you shoulder strain, let you easily traverse uneven terrain, and maximize your storage space, all while complementing your personal style. Finding the backpack of your dreams, however, can take

Turns Out We’ve All Been Pronouncing 'Marriott' Wrong This Whole Time

Marriott International, with 7,000 properties around the world, just reached that number with the opening of the St. Regis Hong Kong. The stunning, 27-story luxury hotel in Wan Chai, steps from the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center, is an example of the company’s strategy to focus on its luxury brands. Marriott is the family name of the

16 Airline Passengers Taken to Hospital After Landing in Boston

An official says 16 passengers who reported feeling ill on an American Airlines flight from Miami were taken to the hospital after the plane landed in Boston. Massachusetts Port Authority spokeswoman Samantha Decker says the passengers’ symptoms appeared mild. She said she didn’t have information on what may have caused the illnesses

United Airlines is giving away free sandwiches on popular flight to Hawaii

United Airlines is toying with the concept of taking plane food to new heights, with the distribution of free sandwiches on a much-traveled flight from Houston to Hawaii this month. Earlier this week, The Points Guy reported that Chicago-based carrier is testing a new “complimentary sandwich” for economy passengers traveling on the airline’s daily flight #253 to

Baltic cruises without the crowds – the best off-the-beaten-track excursions

Love the idea of cruising to the grand cities of the Baltic, but hate the thought of the crowds? Old quarters and major monuments can heave with visitors, especially if several ships are in the dock. Here are 10 excursion ideas on how to appreciate the delights of these cities and their surroundings without fighting your way through a forest of selfie sticks

It's all about #slowtravel - and these 11 luxe river cruises are the best way to leisurely explore the world!

Environmentalist Chris Kilham has said, "It is one thing to hear about the forest and the river, but an entirely other experience to go there, to see the environment, and to appreciate the natural riches there first-hand." We could not agree more. And, in this fast-paced world which never sleeps, one of the best ways to appreciate slow travel is to book a

This African Safari Was Founded Before Ecotourism Was Trendy

Mombo. It’s a name synonymous with watching the world’s most majestic wildlife. The remote camp in Botswana’s Okavango Delta set the benchmark in luxury lodging when Wilderness Safaris, the industry’s pioneering ecotourism outfitter, took the reins in 1999. By boldly deviating from the once-rustic standards in the delta, the company transformed

Canadian tourist dies in zipline fall

A Canadian tourist has fallen to his death after a zipline cable snapped in northern Thailand, authorities say. Authorities in Chiang Mai say the 25-year-old man was on holiday with his girlfriend. The cable gave way soon after he was released from the start of the zipline course on Saturday, local media report. The attraction, Flight of the Gibbon, has reportedly

Oklahoma City Bombing

On this day in 1995, the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City was destroyed by a car bomb. American militia movement sympathizer Timothy McVeigh parked a truck filled with volatile nitrate fertilizer in front of the building and detonated the contents. The explosion

Most expensive cities for business travel in 2019

Your business trip might be more basic airport hotel than five-star city center establishment, but wherever you're staying, being a traveling executive can add up. Plus, some cities are pricier than others -- whether it's picking up a sandwich on the go or grabbing a bottle of water. Planning your next conference abroad? Management consultant ECA International

All the New Cuba Travel Restrictions, Explained

On Wednesday, the Trump administration announced new measures for travel and trade to Cuba, saying it would limit the amount of money Cuban-Americans can send to the island and issue new rules for non-family travel to Cuba. This isn't the first time new policies have led to confusion regarding whether travel to Cuba is possible for Americans. Got a trip

Like to travel? Interested in wildlife? Then researchers want to hear from you.

For one week in January, passengers aboard Le Boreal, a cruise ship operated by the French company Ponant, soaked up Antarctica’s wildlife. They stood on the ship’s decks to marvel at three types of orcas, or killer whales, swimming seamlessly in groups. They stayed up late to watch humpback whales perform bubble net feeding, working together to

8 airplanes converted into restaurants

In-flight meals are definitely one of the most maligned aspects of air travel. Despite some airlines acquiring world-class chefs to create their menus, few passengers are likely to get revved up about the prospect of eating 30,000 feet above the Atlantic. Perhaps it's because our taste buds have a tendency to malfunction at altitude. Some argue that we're

Thousands of Flights Delayed or Cancelled Due to Severe Weather Ahead of Easter Weekend

Travelers who bought a mid-week flight to get ahead of the busy Easter and Passover travel weekend aren’t getting the head start they anticipated as severe weather warnings are leading to flight delays and cancellations. At the time of this writing, more than 2,000 flights have been delayed within, into, or out of the U.S. and over 230 have been canceled

Why Jason Momoa Hates the Way We Drink Water on Airplanes

Aquaman is ready to save the planet again. But this time, he’s doing it in real life. Jason Momoa, the actor behind “Aquaman” and Khal Drogo on Game of Thrones, is on a mission to get people to switch from plastic to aluminum water bottles. Though it’s already a worthy cause, Momoa knew he needed to do something major to get people’s attention

Why you should head to Beaulieu this Easter weekend

I know, a stately home on a bank holiday, you must think I've lost my mind. But in my humble opinion there’s never NOT a good time to visit Beaulieu and surrounding area. Give or take the odd traffic bottleneck (add ten minutes to every sat nav estimate), the national park and its ponies, picturesque beaches and chocolate box villages seem to absorb crowds

Cruise to the ports that inspired the world's greatest authors

When you sail into ports that have inspired some of the world’s greatest authors, it can feel as if you are entering the pages of their books. From Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn and James Joyce to Agatha Christie and J K Rowling, there’s always a thrill in gathering your own stories while exploring their fascinating literary haunts from a cruise. Imagine the sound of

10 fascinating journeys into British history

From stone circles to Viking invasions and wars that changed the world, Britain’s history is rich, diverse and at times, more than a little gory. Etched across the landscape, the UK’s past has intrigued generations and led to a legacy of heritage trails. Today, an ever-increasing number of these are opening up, bringing to life the history that's right on our

20 great agriturismos and farm stays in Europe: readers' tips

The agriturismo movement started in Italy but readers have had breaks on working farms from France to Iceland and Croatia to Crete. This country is dotted with amazing organic farm stays but we love Pri Plajerju in the Trenta valley. There’s something pure and timeless about Slovenia and this farm. It has self-catering apartments, but we sleep in the

Is This New Hotel a Game Changer for Times Square?

ON ITS BUSIEST DAYS, as many as 450,000 pedestrians enter the invigoratingly vulgar chaos that is Times Square. Increasingly, they don’t leave. Hotels in Manhattan’s former red-light district exceed the number of states in the U.S. The options range from the art-deco Hotel Edison, opened in 1931, to the 48-floor Marriott Marquis, an ’80s icon. Soon to see

Disney Introduces Captain Minnie Mouse, New Onboard Programming

Boys, step aside: Captain Minnie Mouse is coming to the high seas to inspire girls and young women to set their sights on maritime leadership roles, as part of an industry-wide effort. Starting this month, Disney Cruise Line will introduce Captain Minnie to the cast of onboard characters; she will make the rounds on all ships across the fleet. Captain Minnie

The Republic of Ireland Act

Ireland, oppressed by Great Britain for most of its political existence, was historically gripped by poverty and successive waves of emigration from its shores, largely to the United States. However, by the 1990's Ireland had become one of the strongest and fastest growing

13 travel bloggers on their very favorite travel gadgets

There are a lot of different travel gadgets out there, and it’s hard to know if what you’re getting is going to be useful or just end up collecting dust somewhere in your closet. When you’re hopping around from country to country, it’s important to travel light and only pack the essentials. Travel gadgets are something we cover often. We’ve broken down the best

Three Women on What They’ve Learned From Starting Their Own Travel Businesses

“Traveling is so much more than just vacationing,” says Deidre Mathis, the 32-year-old owner of Wanderstay Houston, the first black-owned hostel in the U.S. “For me, it is literally a way of life.” So what happens when you take all that passion, and turn it into a full-time job? We spoke to Mathis, along with Sara Banks of retro-luggage brand SteamLine Luggage

830+ flights delayed, 190+ canceled ahead of busy Easter, Passover travel weekend

More than 830 flights have been delayed and more than 190 flights have been canceled into and out of the U.S. Thursday morning, amid severe weather warnings ahead of the busy Easter and Passover travel weekend. The U.S. city with the most cancellations is Dallas, according to flight-tracking website FlightAware, with 91 flights cancelled so far at

Traveling to Cuba From the U.S. Is About to Get More Complicated

On Wednesday, President Donald Trump and his administration announced it will be imposing restrictions for Americans traveling to Cuba. "The Department of the Treasury will implement further regulatory changes to restrict non-family travel to Cuba," national security adviser John Bolton said Wednesday. “These new measures will help steer Americans dollars

This Luxury Hotel Brand Is Looking for Storytellers to Travel the World and Create Art

In a time when travel seems to be more about grabbing the perfect shot of your street food, letting it get cold before eating it, and never actually taking the time connect with the person who made it or the history behind it, it can be easy to lose sight of the true point of travel: forming a connection with the place. Luxury hotel brand Four Seasons wants to

Costa Rica's 'Crocodile Bridge' is an unlikely tourist attraction

Along the busy main highway between the capital of San Jose and the surfer-friendly beach town of Jaco is Costa Rica's most unusual tourist attraction. On an otherwise unremarkable stretch of road, about 75 miles (121 km) west of San Jose's airport and just a few miles from Carara National Park, an unlikely travel curiosity has sprung up. Despite the cars

6 Places Travel Experts Are Heading This Summer

When your job is to plan other people’s vacations, you probably have a pretty impressive travel bucket list of your own. HuffPost reached out to travel experts and professional trip planners to get the scoop on where they’re personally vacationing this summer and why. Travel consultants often get perks and discounts when they travel, but it’s still

5 Things You Should Never Do on a Cruise

In my six years of sailing the seven seas, I've met all kinds of new friends and interesting folks. But I've also met the problem passengers: the rude ones, the greedy ones, and the always-late ones. Don't be like them. Here are five cruising pet peeves and no-nos to avoid, so you can make sure you're a crew favorite

Sandals Resorts Is Giving Away Free Trips to Teachers, Nurses, Mothers, and Military Members Every Day in May

The month of May is packed with celebrations that range from Mother’s Day to National Nurses Day, Teacher Appreciation Week, and National Military Appreciation Month. That’s why Sandals Resorts has decided to give away a free trip to teachers, nurses, military members, and mothers who go above and beyond every day through the month of May. With

Witchcraft still practiced in Italian village

Piedmont might be famous for its wine, white truffles and lavish castle, but there's far more to this idyllic region of Italy than meets the eyes. Around 80 kilometers southeast of Turin in the High Langhe hills can be found a relatively unknown hamlet with a history -- and present -- steeped in black magic. With a population of just 230, Paroldo is a maze of

36 Hours in Mendocino County

Ninety miles north of San Francisco, Mendocino County is just faraway enough to have narrowly escaped the Bay Area’s radical transformation during the tech boom years. In contrast to other formerly quiet Northern California backwaters, Mendocino maintains its rural identity and eccentricities, including its longstanding status as one of the country’s major

Pride beyond parades around the US

In June, New York City will host WorldPride and celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising, known as the commencement of the modern LGBTQ rights movement. New York expects several million people to turn out for Pride this year, and cities all over the United States will hoist their rainbow flags. As the LGBTQIA community has evolved over

Princess Cruises to Homeport in Tahiti in 2020

Princess Cruises will homeport in Tahiti in 2020, the first time the line has sailed from Papeete since 2015. Princess Cruises’ will offer a series of roundtrip cruises around the idyllic islands of French Polynesia on Pacific Princess. The Tahiti and French Polynesia cruises open for sale on 17 April 2019. Five 10-night cruises will sail round-trip from Papeete and

Frontier Airlines Expands Kids Fly Free Promotion

Summer can be an expensive time of year to travel, especially with the family. Those pricey plane tickets (and additional baggage and in-flight fees) for you and the kids can add up. But Frontier Airlines is offering some opportunities for families to fly together for cheap through their ongoing Kids Fly Free promotion. The airline has added new dates through

The Future of Travel, Tourism & Hospitality Increasingly Is Likely To Be Chinese

If you buy into the politically, culturally and commercially popular “Demographics are Destiny” theory – and not everyone does - you probably should begin learning Chinese. Korean would be good to learn, too, especially if you now work or expect to work in the future in the travel or hospitality industries. That’s because Chinese consumers collectively spent nearly $258 billion on international travel last year. That’s more than twice the combined amount spent on international

Alaska Airlines Increases Economy Award Prices For Travel On Icelandair

If you’ve been using your Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan miles to redeem flights with Icelandair, you might want to pay attention. Alaska is about to raise the redemption price for routes booked with Icelandair. Starting April 15th of this year, you’ll need 30,000 Alaska Mileage Plan miles in order to fly from the contiguous U.S. or Alaska to Iceland. To get to Europe, you’ll need at least 35,000 Alaska Mileage Plan miles in economy. Until April 15th, you’ve only needed 22,500 miles one way to travel to Iceland and 27,500 miles to get to Europe with Icelandair.

Inside Changi Airport Singapore's new 'Jewel'

Following four years of construction and nonstop media coverage, Singapore's long-awaited Jewel Changi Airport is officially open. Featuring a dramatic, doughnut-shaped exterior framed in steel and glass, the 135,700-square-meter space (around 1.46 million square feet) is a multi-use complex designed to connect three of Changi Airport's four

When everything falls away

“I’m sorry.” Hiroko’s voice, made for singing, sounds flat, provisional. “What is it?” Struggling with the phone, I catch sight of the red digits on the hotel bedside table: 1:23. “My father now hospital,” says my wife, a dozen or more time zones away in Japan. “I’m sorry.” I try to clear my head. Drunks are reeling through the warm Florida night around me

Art and Design Fans Will Travel to These 5 Destinations in May

With spring in full bloom and a calendar full of events, May is set to be one of the year’s best months to travel. The art and design worlds will, of course, flock to the Venice Biennale, which celebrates its 58th edition this year. Bucharest and the Austrian city of Graz will each host a design festival, and in Japan, the Setouchi Triennale will draw a bevy of art and

A Massive Wildflower Bloom Is About to Arrive in California's Mountains

If you waited too long to head out to Anza-Borrego Desert State Park or Walker Canyon for California’s headline-making super bloom this year before the area shut down to visitors, don’t worry: an imminent wildflower bloom in the California mountains is nature’s antidote to super bloom FOMO. This summer, when the super bloom blossoms have withered and

Angkor Wat Is Great and All, But It’s Time to Give Siem Reap Its Due

Angkor Wat rightly claims a spot near the top of many ­travelers’ bucket lists, but for most of the area’s 2.5 million annual visitors, the standard visit is about three days—just enough time to wander through the archaeological park’s central ruins and get sufficient selfies. That strategy is a mistake. The city of Siem Reap, a genuine beauty, is home to about

Curious about those group travel tours? Here's where to start

When it comes to traveling, some people are more into going solo — doing what they want, when they want — while others prefer going with a group travel company. With the latter, not only is the planning is done for you, but you also have automatic travel buddies. Plus, you can find a trip that’s catered toward your specific interests, such as adventure

MSC Cruises to Add Butcher's Cut Speciality Restaurant to UK Based Ship

MSC Cruises has revealed that Butcher's Cut speciality restaurant will debut on three ships from May 2019, including the line's MSC Preziosa, which spends a short season sailing out of Southampton from later this month. MSC Divina and MSC Fantasia will also get the popular restaurant fitted in May -- replacing Eataly onboard Preziosa and Divina, and Tex Mex

Cruise ship tour: Holland America Line's Volendam

At 61,214 gross tons and with a capacity of 1,432 guests, the Volendam is half the size of some of its fellow Holland America Line fleetmates. Built in 1999 as the third of four Rotterdam-class vessels, the Volendam may lack some of the bells and whistles of the line’s newer ships but that’s quite OK with its loyal passengers who prefer an intimate, traditional

The Bay of Pigs Invasion

On April 17, 1961, US backed Cuban exiles landed on Cuban shores in an ill-fated plan to over-throw Fidel Castro. Although financed and planned by the United States, the Kennedy administration withdrew its planned air support for the invasion out of fear of direct

Spring has officially arrived, and with that in mind CroisiEurope is announcing their 2020 cruise departures

From the canals of France, to the rivers of Central Europe, Asia or the shores of Southern Africa’s Lake Kariba, CroisiEurope is ready to take you to there in 2020. Guests who book a new 2020 European cruise departure by August 31, 2019 will receive 15% off per person

Notre Dame Cathedral before, after, and during blaze

The structure of the Notre Dame Cathedral has been saved from a massive fire that had threatened to gut the 800-year-old landmark in Paris, fire officials said late Monday. The blaze collapsed the cathedral’s spire and spread to one of its rectangular towers. But Paris Fire Chief Jean-Claude Gallet said the church’s main structure had been saved after

How to Make Friends While Traveling Solo

Experiencing another culture on your own terms, at your own pace, with a budget of your own choosing can be an incredibly rewarding and insightful adventure. But while some may find such a journey liberating, others might worry about safety or a period of solitude in a strange, unfamiliar place. Humans, after all, are social animals. Prospective solo

How to Sidestep the Potential Pitfalls of Travel Credit Cards

“Free travel” — two little words that can jump-start the pulse, excite the imagination and, if you’re not careful, actually take money right out of your pocket. Travel rewards credit cards offering big sign-up bonuses and seemingly endless opportunities to earn points toward free flights, hotel stays and more can be almost irresistible. They’re so appealing, in

We Found Your New Go-to Travel Hat — and It’s Under $20 on Amazon

It’s not often that you find a stylish hat that is easy to pack. So when we heard of this sleek straw Panama hat from Lanzom, we took notice, especially after learning that over 1,200 Amazon shoppers have given the cute topper their seal of approval. The chic, lightweight hat will look good with everything from feminine dresses to casual denim cut-offs

Rail fault causes severe travel disruption

LNER said nine electric locomotives had been damaged by faulty overhead cables. The cause is being investigated. A number of services between London King's Cross and Leeds were cancelled and tickets for travel on Tuesday will be valid on Wednesday. A Network Rail spokeswoman said it was investigating, but there was "nothing to suggest vandalism" was

GPS Error Causes Flight to Land 65 Miles Away From Destination

A Scandinavian Airlines flight landed about 65 miles away from its target airport because of a GPS error. The plane left Copenhagen at noon and was scheduled to fly to Florence. But before takeoff, the pilots discovered they did not have “the correct flight route information” and “had to find another airport in which to land,” according to The Independent

Bourbon and bikes: Discovering Kentucky's distilleries on a cycling adventure

As we pedaled our bikes over the rolling hills of Kentucky, I could practically taste the bourbon. There’d be a glass waiting for us at the end of the ride, of course — two fingers of whiskey, with a single ice cube. But being surrounded by the raw ingredients had the flavor tickling my tongue. Fields of corn beginning to brown in the August sun. Clear water trickling

Anatomy of a Pride parade

Glitter, rainbows, costumes and corporate logos: At first glance, Pride parades may appear to just be one big party. But peek beneath the surface, and you'll discover that Pride is celebrated by a diverse network of groups, each with their own rich history. Even the rainbow flag itself has a fascinating story. Harvey Milk, the San Francisco Supervisor who was the

Royal Caribbean to Roll Out Facial Recognition Technology for Disembarkation in Select Ports

For some Royal Caribbean passengers, leaving their cruise ship at the end of their trip and clearing U.S. Customs and Immigration will be as simple as looking into a camera. IDEMIA, a facial recognition technology company, has announced plans to expand a pilot program it had conducted at the Port of Miami and Cape Liberty, N.J., in partnership with U.S.

Cruise liners may face speed limit to cut emissions

Cruise ship passengers face having to spend more days at sea and fewer stops at ports under proposals for the first speed limits for shipping on the high seas. The International Maritime Organisation (IMO), the UN’s London-based shipping regulator, will debate a proposal from France next month for speed limits to help the industry to meet an

At Chile’s Dreamiest New Hotel, Glass-Walled Bungalows Overlook Wine Country

Chile’s picturesque wine country is already wanderlust-inducing for even the most well-seasoned traveler. But now, the newly opened Puro Vik hotel, comprised of 19 glass-walled bungalows overlooking the Millahue Valley, makes it even more of a must-go. Tucked into the hilltops not far from Puro Vik’s sister property, Vik Chile (and the adjoining Viña Vik

Café responds perfectly to a 'negative, whining customer' customer review

A luxury hotel in Dublin has publicly responded to a negative customer review that criticised its stance on gluten-free diets. The White Moose Café states on its menu that it will do whatever it can to accommodate those with an allergy to gluten, but encourages those with gluten intolerances to seek the help of “a good psychotherapist down the road”. The

20 of the most beautiful villages in France

A historic hemp-weaving village, Locronan is named after Saint Ronan, the Irish hermit who founded it in the middle ages. In the 15th century, the dukes of Brittany poured money into building the striking Gothic church. Visit the Chapelle du Pénity, which houses Saint Ronan’s tomb. During the Renaissance, the village became famous for its weaving industry

The Birth of Charlie Chaplin

The Academy Award-winning British comedy actor Charlie Chaplin was born on this day in 1889. Chaplin is one of the most notable actors and directors of cinema history. Even today his performances greatly influence Hollywood. Over a period of 65 years in the entertainment

Searching Out the Hidden Stories of South Carolina's Gullah Country

On an overcast June day, I parked my car under a live oak outside a weathered-looking church on St. Helena Island, S. C. I’d interrupted our family vacation for an outing to some of the cultural sites on this island where the Gullah Geechee culture has endured since the days of slavery. My nephews and son had grumbled a little about missing a day on the

A couple vanished on a Caribbean vacation. Their deaths are just as mysterious.

The couple’s vacation to the Dominican Republic was supposed to be a tropical getaway. And it was, at least according to the pictures Orlando Moore and Portia Ravenelle snapped throughout their stay. The New Yorkers sat atop chestnut-colored horses and traveled to a waterfall surrounded by green hills. Ravenelle sipped from a hollowed-out pineapple

British Tourist Caught Stealing Pieces of Mosaic at Pompeii

Italian Carabinieri police detained a 20-year-old British tourist after she was caught removing the tiles of a mosaic at a house in Pompeii. The Carabinieri stepped in after being alerted by the archeological site’s guards who saw the woman removing a dozen pieces, called tesserae, from the mosaic floor of the House of the Anchor. According to local media, the

The Debut of Jackie Robinson

Jackie Robinson's debut on April 15, 1947 with the Brooklyn Dodgers ended professional baseball's color barrier. During the early years following his debut, Robinson endured abuse at the hands of baseball players and fans alike. The scope of his accomplishments, however, won

The Erstwhile Culture Of Travel

“Travel is usually thought of as a displacement in space. This is an inadequate conception. A journey occurs simultaneously in space, in time and in the social hierarchy. Each impression can be defined only by being jointly related to these three axes, and since space is itself three-dimensional, five axes are necessary if we are to have an adequate

Indonesia's posh private island getaways

Soaring above the sea, about 150 nautical miles northeast of Singapore, lush green islets pop against the turquoise water. And then, seemingly out of nowhere, a small archipelago comes into view. The seaplane touches down and, moments later, a wave of balmy heat welcomes you to Bawah Reserve. Opened in late 2017 by Singaporean shipping

Living in a country that thinks green

The latest climate reports look grim: recent research published in Science journal indicates that oceans are warming 40% faster than previously thought, while the UN panel of climate-change scientists released a landmark report in October 2018 warning that rising temperatures may cause major flooding, droughts, food shortages and wildfires by 2040 unless

The 5 best food destinations in the Americas: In a new book, the travel pros at Fathom get you fed

When having amazing meals is at the top of your vacation agenda, consider this handful of hotel restaurants throughout the Americas. More than hotels with nice rooms and impressive menus, these resorts offer immersive culinary experiences, the kinds of places where you’ll bump into the chef coming back from the garden with the day’s bounty – or

Plane designs that could change the way you fly including beds in economy

A new range of designs were recently revealed at the Aircraft Interiors Expo 2019, an annual event showcasing the latest aviation designs. Along with food, cabins and tech, the plane seat is often something that is looked at to be improved especially when it comes down to comfort and space. A range of designers have introduced what they think will be the

Hotel Review: Shinola Hotel, Detroit

At this year’s Oscar ceremony, the “Green Book” director, Peter Farrelly, gave a shout out to the luxury fashion brand Shinola, crediting it with “saving Detroit.” While his claim remains controversial, one fact is inarguable: With the opening of its first hotel in January, Shinola is bigger than ever in Motor City

Ode to Cologne: A German city full of views and brews

You could think of Cologne as a sixth-form college to Berlin’s infinitely cooler art school. In comparison it feels as if it is all student cash bars and puppyish idealism, spider plants at every turn, and still a lot of love for the Beatles – Germany’s fourth largest city has been twinned with Liverpool since 1952. Go into any street in the centre and you’ll see a glorious

The small steps the world's airlines are taking to help reduce emissions

Welcome aboard. Please place your three kilograms of carry-on under your standing seat or sleeping berth. After take-off, we'll be serving drinks in your reusable water bottles and cups followed by a selection of vegan meals in compostable packaging. And we'll be landing ahead of schedule today, thanks to the fine weather – and our over-wing solar array

Coast Guard worked with Carnival cruise to rescue 23 people adrift for days in Gulf of Mexico

The U.S. Coast Guard said it worked with a cruise ship to rescue 23 people adrift for days in the Gulf of Mexico. A Coast Guard news statement issued Sunday saying 22 Cubans started traveling on a wooden boat from Cuba to Mexico before losing power and drifting three days. A Cuban-Mexican man took them aboard his sports fishing boat, but then its

Viking Saga: The Tale of Tor Hagen And His Voyage From Ousted CEO To Cancer Survivor To Cruise Ship Billionaire

As the sparkling blue waters and red-roofed towns of Croatia drift by, Torstein Hagen makes his way through the minimalist, Scandinavian-style lobby of the Viking Jupiter cruise ship, explaining what makes Viking’s voyages successful. The secret is in what the ships don’t have. There are no casinos, no kids, no umbrella drinks, no formal nights, no

Take the kids to … Brooklands Museum, Weybridge, Surrey

An activity-filled heritage museum on the site of the world’s first purpose-built motor-racing circuit – which went on to become the largest aircraft manufacturing centre in Europe. Despite the site’s pioneering role in aviation history – during the second world war and, later, when Concorde was part built here – the museum seems to fly under the radar of most

Duck out of the rat race to enjoy nature’s clique

In November, something strange happened in New York City’s Central Park. It had everyone snapping and Instagramming. Articles were written. Twitter threads were popping up. You would think it was a major celebrity deciding to pitch a tent in protest against President Donald Trump and all he represents. But no. It was a duck. A Mandarin duck

Serena Williams Just Found Our New Favorite Travel Cross-body Bag

Serena Williams knows how to make a statement with her look — whether it's a tutu on the tennis court or a showstopping gown on the red carpet. Before boarding her private jet this week, she paused for a few tarmac shots to show off a super cute spring outfit from her own fashion line, her seriously impressive calf muscles, and a bright red

15 of the most romantic towns in central Europe

With its pastoral landscapes, dramatic mountain peaks and spectacular coastal views, Central Europe has no shortage of picturesque scenery and destinations. It's also home to a host of secluded towns that are perfect for those keen to immerse themselves in travel romance and adventure -- whether its wandering through wonderful narrow streets or

Judge threatens to prevent cruise liners from docking in US

A federal judge has threatened to temporarily block Carnival Corp. from docking cruise ships at ports in the United States as punishment for a possible probation violation. Miami-based Carnival has been on probation for two years as part of a $40 million settlement for illegally dumping oil into the ocean from its Princess Cruises ships and lying about the scheme

Here’s what you should know before attending a whirling dervish ceremony in Turkey

I’ve always wanted to see whirling dervishes perform the mystical Sufi ceremony known as a sema, in which their series of mesmerizing turns help them, and the audience, reach a state of nirvana. But my recent attempt to attend a ceremony in Istanbul was a giant fail. Because of a scheduling snafu and the press of time, my husband and I wound up taking our

Jet Airways flights cancelled with airline on the point of total collapse

The Indian carrier Jet Airways appears to be on the point of total collapse, with almost all flights at its Mumbai airport base shown as “cancelled” or “non-operational”. The last departure from Heathrow, which left on Thursday evening, landed at 10.51am on Friday, local time. In March, a consortium of creditors, led by the State Bank of India (SBI)

Whitworth Locke, Manchester: hotel review

Like a swollen river, Manchester city centre is breaching its banks. Property money is flooding in and central Manchester is being redrawn, as unprofitable, arty activity is swept out into Salford. Ancoats, to the east is being reinvented as an (oddly sterile) neighbourhood of indie bars and restaurants and swanky flats, while Oxford Road – a drab student corridor

Low-Cost Airline Startup Sees Promise in Smaller Airports

Last week brought news of another new U.S. airline startup, the brainchild of Andrew Levy, United’s former chief financial officer who before that co-founded and ran Allegiant. This follows David Neeleman’s return to the U.S., with a startup targeting secondary airports with newly ordered Airbus A220s. Levy’s new airline, too, will be an ultra-low-cost carrier

Time's running out to hike this amazing hot springs trail near Las Vegas

Las Vegas visitors who like a challenge will find rejuvenating hot springs, spectacular vistas and, right now, abundant wildflowers on an arduous hiking trail along the banks of the Colorado River that’s about an hour’s drive east of the Strip. Go now if you want to catch spring because the trail closes in mid-May and doesn’t reopen until September. The Gold

The Inn at English Harbour

This is a very fine place to base yourself. English Harbour is a hub of entertainment with some of the best nightlife on the island, and historic Nelson’s Dockyard is just a five-minute water taxi from the hotel. Shirley Heights for the regular Sunday night party is just a 10-minute taxi drive away, or a very pleasant 30-minute hike around the headland. Galleon

Outside Chicago, historic Old Joliet Prison is open for tours — at least for now

At the start of “The Blues Brothers,” the 1980 comedy classic, “Joliet Jake” Blues walks out the front gate of Joliet Correctional Center, a looming, limestone fortress built in 1858. Now, for the first time since the facility closed in 2002, tourists can walk in through that gate. The Old Joliet Prison, as it’s known locally, is offering public tours. But the prison

Silversea Reveals Details of New Cruise Ships Silver Origin and Silver Moon

The first-ever details of Silversea's new Galapagos-based expedition ship, Silver Origin, were revealed at the 35th annual Seatrade cruise conference in Miami Beach. During the press conference, Silversea also further explained how its forthcoming Muse-class ship, Silver Moon, will differ from Silver Muse. Silver Origin, slated to launch in March 2020, is the

For a Seattle Enclave, Isolation May Be Its Salvation

South Park, one of Seattle’s dwindling blue-collar pockets, is on the rise. Yet the scruffy, geographically isolated enclave has managed to transform itself without losing its soul to gentrification, causing outsiders — including other Seattleites — to take notice. Situated on the western shore of the Duwamish River in a hard-to-reach corner of the city, South Park has

The Civil War Begins

The first shots of the civil war were fired on this day in 1861. Confederate batteries opened fire on the fort, located in Charleston harbor, South Carolina, for 34 straight hours. On April 13

Powerful New Learning Platform Enables Greater Retention: The Travel Institute Transitions Course Content to Best Practices, Interactive e-Learning Model

FRAMINGHAM, MA, April 10, 2019 – The Travel Institute announces migration of its current online educational courses format to a best-practice, interactive, e-Learning platform to improve both the student experience as well as student retention rates. “Continuing our

The Stone of Scone is Returned to Scotland

The Stone of Scone, sometimes called the Stone of Destiny, is a 330-pound rock made of sandstone that has for centuries been used in the coronation of Scotish, English, and British monarchs. The Stone of Scone figured into the coronation of Kenneth MacAlpin, the first King

The aircraft cabin designer who wants to revolutionise air travel

Plane cabins resembling a cross between a restaurant, sports bar, living room and a shop could be coming to a flight path near you in the near future. That's if a certain British aircraft interior designer and his team get their way. Ross Burns is the lead designer of cabin interiors at Bournemouth-based Aim Altitude, the company behind the bar areas on Emirates

10 Essential Items to Pack for a National Park Visit, According to the NPS

If you plan on going to a national park this summer, you better remember to bring the right gear. SmokyMountains.com, an online portal for the Smoky Mountains region, analyzed over 100 stories about people who were lost in the wilderness in order to determine the best ways to avoid getting lost and find safety after wandering off the trail. According to

Yes, We Wrote a Travel Story About the Royal Baby

For most people traveling to London, the list of things to do and places to see is long and exhaustive, with stops, perhaps, at the London Eye, the Tower of London, Buckingham Palace and Big Ben. But Paris Schmidtke isn’t like most people. Her list consists of one thing: See Meghan Markle, and ideally her newborn child. It’ll be her first vacation in five

Airplane seat cameras are here to stay, says manufacturer

Cameras installed on airplane seats are nothing to fear and could one day be an accepted feature of flying, a major manufacturer of the tech has insisted. Following widely reported concerns that the devices could be used to spy on passengers, Panasonic Avionics has said there's no risk from the cameras already installed on aircraft worldwide

8 U.S. Road Trips That Are Great for the Whole Family

A road trip is a classic American vacation, but it takes planning to make it great. Some states are , while others are better treated as a single destination. In addition to considering the sights and scenery, you should factor in things like hotel costs and gas prices. Another tip for family road trips? Keep the little ones busy, says Marielle Rishty, a travel agent with

A Travel Guide To Namibia

With gobsmacking landscapes, the massive southern African nation of Namibia is quickly scaling to the top of many travelers’ bucket lists. But the Skeleton Coast—the country’s most common point of reference with its moon-like dunes and shipwrecks—is actually just one example of the kind of stunning surrealist scenery that Namibia has in droves. There

An Artist Colony Thrives in the South African Desert

The main highway between Johannesburg and Cape Town takes travelers through the Great Karoo, a vast desert of reddish-brown earth speckled with scrub vegetation and seemingly populated by nothing more than a loping springbok or two. Few overseas visitors venture off the road. Yet a 20-mile byway leads miragelike to an oasis of sorts, a dusty

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No city divides the French like Marseille. For every admirer cooing about the sun-warmed sea, craggy coastlines, fish-rich bouillabaisse and the Mediterranean melting pot (thanks to 20th-century immigration from Greece, Spain, Italy, Corsica, Morocco, Tunisia and Algeria), someone else is grousing about corruption, dirty streets and eroding Frenchness. And

Barack Obama's top 10 travel tips

At World Travel & Tourism Council’s Global Summit in Seville, the gathering included some of the most important people in travel. The keynote speaker at the conference was none other than Barack Obama, who shared his thoughts on the best way to see the globe, and why doing so is still so important. When asked to recall a few of his favourite travel

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Less than six months after its purchase of Victory Cruise Lines, American Queen Steamboat Company (AQSC) has revealed a slate of itineraries for its fleet covering Mexico, Central America and -- coming in 2021 -- Alaska. The two ships previously operated by Victory Cruise Lines, Victory I and Victory II, will debut with their new ownership on the Great

From Waffles To Flooring, Here's Where Cruise Lines Buy Everything, Including The Ship

So you want to start a cruise line? Join the more than 11,000 industry professionals who are attending Seatrade Cruise Global being held this week at the Miami Beach Convention Center. Anything and everything you need to start your own line can be found on the trade show floor, including the yards that will build your ship. Rick Meadows, the president of

'Unruly' passengers are forcing planes to perform emergency landings once a month

Every three hours on average, a flight in the European Union is disrupted by improper conduct due to a passenger. "Once a month a flight is forced to perform an emergency landing when such situations escalate," noted the EU Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). In 2018, the number of cases of "unruly" passengers' behavior increased by 34%

This Resort Is Offering Free Perks to Guests Who Ditch Their Cellphones During Vacation

While it can certainly be satisfying to collect virtual likes on a bombshell beach photo of you #LivingYourBestLife, there are a whole slew of vacation experiences that can be—dare we say it—even more enjoyable. Maybe it’s savoring a sunset with your sweetie, playing card games by the pool with your kids, or simply sitting by the ocean on a beautiful day and

First look at Universal Orlando's two new hotels opening from this summer

UNIVERSAL Orlando have released new first images of what their two new hotels will look like when they open later this year. The theme park previously announced the launch of two new resorts - the Surfside Inn and Suites and Dockside Inn and Suites. Located on either side of Universal Boulevard, the two new structures are part of Universal's Endless Summer

Central Holidays Presents Panama Travel Deal Flash Sale

Central Holidays is launching a fabulous Panama Flash Sale, featuring amazing rates on their 6-day “Panama’s Sloths and Sandcastles” package for travel from May 1 - December 19, 2019. This Panama travel package showcases the diversity of Panama, a travel destination whose

The Titanic's Maiden Voyage

On April 10, 1912 the RMS Titanic set sail on its maiden voyage. The ship departed Southampton, England, bound for New York City, New York, with Captain Edward J. Smith in command and 2,223 people aboard. The Titanic stopped in France and Ireland to pick up

Florence Travel Tips From A Luxury Hotel Concierge

Home to such masterpieces as Michelangelo’s David and Botticelli’s Birth of Venus, Florence is a city of wonders. But tackling all of the city’s gems on a single trip can be daunting. Luckily, a lifetime in this historic metropolis has equipped Hotel Brunelleschi chief concierge Sergio Iannotta with a wealth of knowledge about this Renaissance city. Forbes Travel

Decades after nuclear disaster, tourism is booming in Chernobyl

We climbed 16 flights of slippery, icy stairs in an abandoned apartment building — the iron railings long ago pilfered, balcony doors stuck open — until we reached the roof and peered over the ghost town of Pripyat, the once-hailed Soviet “futuristic city” where Chernobyl nuclear plant workers and their families lived. Thirty-three years after the Chernobyl

8 of the best travel hair dryers, according to Amazon reviews

Any hot tool aficionado will tell you that the right hair dryer can make or break your look. So you want to make sure that you find one that can handle all of your specific hair styling needs. And while you've probably already found the perfect hair dryer for your home (if not, read our guide here), this task becomes trickier when you’re looking for a travel hair

Buying a $1 Italy dream house just got easier

What's stopping you buying one of those homes that Italy keeps selling for less than the price of an espresso? Maybe it's the fear of buying something sight-unseen, or anxiety over bureaucratic red tape and labyrinthine regulations? Well, you might just have run out of excuses. Two Italian destinations, hoping to revive declining communities by luring new

The Lake District's latest spa is all about minimalism, but there's still enough luxury to make Cleopatra swoon

I reckon we could learn a thing or two about wellness from Cleopatra. Celebrated in history for her undulating beauty and cunning intellect, the former queen of Egypt (circa 51 BC) bathed in milk, a known softener for skin; she dipped into the Dead Sea, with its mineral-rich waters; and used rose water as a hydrator. Even her much-emulated smokey-eye make

Virgin Trains to disappear in less than a year

The familiar red trains that have been running on the West Coast main line for more than 20 years will be gone in less than a year. Virgin Trains has had its bid to continue the franchise from London Euston to Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, North Wales, Glasgow and Edinburgh rejected. The train operator is owned by Sir Richard Branson’s Virgin

The best hotels to network and chill in... London, from experimental meeting rooms to the ultimate room service

Business travel used to be a luxury-lite experience, featuring trouser presses, UHT milk and conference calls in your dressing gown. However, times (and travellers' needs) are changing. The line between business and leisure has never been so blurred, and ‘bleisure’ – like the word or loathe it – is rife on the London hotel scene. From co-working spaces

Cycling Tours, Once for the Hard-Core, Now Offer E-bikes

On a cycling tour along the coast of southwest Sardinia, Kathleen Robinson thanked God she was riding an electric bike up the winding heights. But she wished she’d had a class beforehand on the proper etiquette. She didn’t realize that the hum of her motor would annoy some of the traditional cyclists on the tour, a nor was she certain whether to spin in the

New book takes whack at hacking Disney World vacations

A new book for Disney World visitors is designed to help them pack -- and hack – their way to productive vacations. Susan Veness’ “Walt Disney World Hacks” features helpful hints for first-timers and veteran theme-park goers. The tips are “ways to make your trip less stressful, get more out of it,” she said. “This is not a guide book, but more of a planning

Seabourn Reveals Design Details of Its New Luxury Expedition Cruise Ships

Luxury cruise line Seabourn pulled the curtain back on its new expedition fleet today at the 35th annual Seatrade cruise conference in Miami Beach, releasing the first-ever renderings of the ships' public spaces. Designer Adam D. Tihany, who oversaw interiors for Seabourn's last two ships, Encore and Ovation, is in charge of all indoor and outdoor guest areas on

Soon you can play 'Family Feud' on a Carnival cruise ship

Carnival cruise guests, get ready to feud with your families − in a fun way. Carnival Cruise Line announced Tuesday that "Family Feud Live" will be coming to its Mardi Gras ship, which makes its debut in 2020. The game show will mimic the TV show with the same format and set, with two five-person teams battling it out for prizes by guessing the most popular

More than 500 Denver International Airport flights cancelled in advance of blizzard

A total of 527 flights had already been canceled at Denver International Airport more than four hours before a powerful blizzard is expected to strike. Most of the canceled flights — a total of 267 — were outgoing DIA flights, according to FlightAware. Southwest Airlines has canceled 195 flights or 48 percent of all its flights in and out of the airport

Doctor dragged off United flight forgives airline, men who dragged him away

The United Airlines passenger who was forcibly dragged off a United Express flight a year ago said he forgives the men who dragged him off the plane. Dr. David Dao, a pulmonologist from Kentucky on board a Chicago flight to Louisville, was dragged off the plane by Chicago Department of Aviation security officers to make room for United employees. He

Collette Announces Office Expansion to Henderson, Nevada

Pawtucket, RI (March 31, 2019) – Collette, global tour operator, is thrilled to announce the opening of a new client care center, specifically launching to expand the company’s west coast footprint and meet the needs of existing partnerships. The expansion will create 12

Travel Hacks: How to Be Bougie on a Budget

Travel—even when you’re on a tight budget—is one of life’s greatest luxuries. The chance to take a few days off work, hop on a plane, pay for a hotel room, and take yourself out to a new restaurant is a privilege that most of the 7.5 billion people on this earth do not experience regularly. And while the very act of travel is a luxury, obviously there are

Monchique Resort & Spa

This hotel is ideal for walkers and nature lovers, located high up in the Algarve’s Serra de Monchique mountain range, with distant views of the sea. There’s a well equipped spa, indoor and outdoor pools, a kid's club, plus four restaurants and a host of complimentary activities, from yoga to cooking tours. A beautiful location surrounded by unspoilt, forested

Unexplored world revealed in dazzling photos

Balykchy, Kyrgyzstan (CNN) — It's darker than dark. A solid beam of torchlight punches through the blackness ahead where giant, unseen towers of rock point up to a night sky crazed with billions of stars. It's cold, too. Two o'clock in the morning, late winter cold. Breaths of mountain air rasp in and out of lungs as the small group hauls gear higher up the

Take a 'Game of Thrones'-inspired getaway in these 5 castles near Chicago

Famously filmed against some of the most scenic backdrops on the planet, “Game of Thrones” has long inspired fans to travel the world, seeking out a contact high with the HBO show’s stunning locations. Should this eighth and final season debuting Sunday spark another wave of wanderlust — one that has you hankering to hunker down in a Castle Black

The Key to Cheap Internet Service: A Local SIM Card

There’s an easy way to get zero roaming fees, inexpensive internet service and cheap phone calls when you travel. The trick is the SIM card, a tiny, removable chip, inside your phone. Subscriber Identity Module cards are roughly the same size, and indeed look like, the microSD memory cards you’d find in a digital camera. (Some phones actually have both

Leave from Boston and cruise to these destinations this year

Whether you want to cruise to the Caribbean, Montreal, or even Norway this year, your adventure at sea can begin in Boston. Massport anticipates a record-breaking 2019 cruise season in Boston, according to a statement from Massport; Boston’s cruise terminal, Flynn Cruiseport Boston in the Seaport, saw a record 389,619 travelers to Boston during the

12 Places Around The World That Are Weirdly Popular On TripAdvisor

We’re talking about places that make you look at their high ratings and think, “Really? There?” For example, one of the highest rated tourist attractions in Cornwall, England is a tunnel leading to a supermarket. Another highly rated attraction, this time in California, is an alley were people have stuck used gum over the years. Or, there’s the Prada

Travel chaos as up to 2,000 Australian travellers are left stranded at Bali's Denpasar airport - as some say they've been waiting in the terminal for FIVE HOURS

Thousands of travellers have been left stranded at one of Indonesia's main airports amid major delays caused by a computer glitch. Some holidaymakers were stuck in the immigration department at Bali's Denpasar Airport for up to five hours on Tuesday. Passengers reported extreme heat in the cramped area and claimed the air conditioner was only

AmaWaterways To Debut New River Cruise Ship in 2020

Following the heels of a big expansion year in 2019, AmaWaterways will continue to grow, with a new European river cruise ship in 2020. The 156-passenger ship, called AmaSiena, will sail on the Rhine, Main and Moselle rivers on various itineraries. It's a sister vessel to the other newer AmaWaterways ships AmaMora (coming later in 2019), AmaLea (2018)

The breakfast commandments every hotel needs to abide by

Rancid eggs, Stasi-esque ‘buffet thief’ police and a Jack Johnson soundtrack. No more! These are the breakfast commandments that every hotel needs to comply with. The heat lamp was invented by somebody who doesn't like food. And doesn't like you. It should never be placed anywhere near any breakfast item whatsoever. If there is a more

Robert E. Lee Surrenders

The end of the American Civil War was near as Sherman left Atlanta and marched his troops to Savannah in December of 1864. Although it briefly appeared that England might enter the war on the side of the South, those hopes began to fade. On April 1, 1865, the Union forced

American Cruise Lines Names 3rd Modern Riverboat AMERICAN JAZZ!

American Cruise Lines announces American Jazz as the name of the 3rd new ship in their revolutionary Modern Riverboat Series. American Jazz will be slightly larger than both the 1st and 2nd ships in the series,and it will feature the same advanced opening bow and retractable gangway seen on American

Beijing parks to create blacklist of 'uncivilized' visitors

Tourism authorities in Beijing said they are considering creating a blacklist of "uncivilized visitors" in order to curb bad behavior by visitors, as the city is inundated with tourists for Tomb Sweeping Festival. According to state media, officials at the Beijing Municipal Administration Center of Parks said that the upsurge in domestic tourists visiting the Chinese capital for the three-day holiday, also

How to find hidden cameras in your Airbnb

Airbnbs have changed the way we vacation, offering accommodation that adds a whole new dimension to travel. Sometimes that extra dimension is delightful -- a unique place to crash in a cool neighborhood, or the chance to experience life like a local. But lately, there have been a few incidents where the extra dimension is downright creepy. In the most recent, a family from New

The Best Train Trips to Take Across America

There's a romance to train travel — the leisurely pace of a rail trip compared to the hustle of an airport or a crowded highway encourages you to relax. There are the historic train stations and roomy seats, plus the chance to get up and walk around, visit the dining car, or just sit and take in the scenery passing by. There are many train journeys you can take across the United States, with

Europe's best sleeper trains

As the train pulls out of the station, you slowly drift off to sleep. Several hours later, you wake up in another country, exciting new scenes speeding past the windows. A world away from the experience of a stressful budget flight, you arrive refreshed and ready to discover a new destination. Welcome on board the sleeper train service. Once a stalwart of international travel, sleeper trains were

This Travel Backpack Is the Perfect Carry-on, According to Hundreds of Amazon Reviews

Call off the search — we just found the perfect travel backpack to take with you on flights. And no, we’re talking about some flimsy two-pocket backpack that can just, like, fit a lot of stuff. We’re talking about a padded travel backpack that was specifically designed to double as a carry-on, thanks to its myriad of life-changing amenities, such as adjustable/removable straps and even a USB

Why Travel Is My Favorite Form of Self-Care

“Self-care” is a broad term that means completely different things to each individual, with practices that can be physical, emotional, or spiritual. What works for someone else might not suit your needs, and that’s okay — whether your self-care is doing yoga or getting a much-needed massage, as long as you’re putting yourself first and taking a step back from your everyday routine to focus

Holland America Reveals Name of Next New Cruise Ship

The name of Holland America's next new ship will be Ryndam, the line revealed today at a media luncheon and tour held onboard Nieuw Statendam, to kick off the 35th annual Seatrade cruise conference in Miami Beach. The third Pinnacle-class ship -- a sister to Nieuw Statendam and Koningsdam -- is slated to launch in May 2021. It will have a passenger capacity of 2,666 and feature a

What to do in case of a shipboard emergency

The recent issue with the Viking Sky, in which people had to be evacuated off the ship, offers an opportunity to review what needs to be done in case of shipboard emergency. People should have a good pair of sturdy lace-up shoes to wear in an emergency. Sandals won't cut it. There will be broken glass. Keep jewelry, money, passport, ID and other valuables in the safe in a waterproof

Feet in the clouds: climbing Cuba's highest peak

Fireflies appeared like sprites in the forest when we were still a long way from home. The sun had gone down in a burst of brilliance over the mountains, including the thickly wooded slope where, 61 years ago, Fidel Castro and a small band of guerrillas had taken refuge to prepare a revolution. Darkness was stealing through the trees, exquisite but frightening. It had taken us far longer to

Delta tops long-running ranking of US airlines | WTOP

Delta Air Lines comes in first in a long-running study that ranks U.S. airlines by how often flights arrive on time and other statistical measures. Researchers who crunch the numbers also say that as a whole, U.S. airlines are getting better at handling baggage and overcrowded flights and are getting fewer complaints. Academics at Wichita State University and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical

Europe's Discount Airlines 'Democratized' Air Travel. Now They're Going Belly-Up

In 1992, the U.S. witnessed the trial of John Gotti, the election of President Bill Clinton and the devastating arrival of Hurricane Andrew on the Florida coastline, causing a then-record $25 billion in damage. Further afield, it was also the year that Prince Charles initiated the world’s most-watched break-up by separating from Princess Diana. So, it’s only natural that the creation of something

Hotel Review: The WineBox Valparaíso, Chile

In Chile, Santiago’s rakish sailor brother is the port city of Valparaíso, with its handsome looks, edgy creativity and whiff of salt-air decay. Valpo, as residents call it, was entirely rebuilt after an earthquake in 1906. Its present mix of crumbling Victorian stone facades and sharp-edged, galvanized-metal shacks are splashed with colorful paint and arresting graffiti. They clamber up from a

What to see and do when you have a long layover in Boston

Do you have several hours to kill while waiting for your connecting flight at Boston’s Logan International Airport? You could hang around the airport and grab a meal, or you could venture out into Boston, armed with a sure plan and a mindful eye on the time. Directly from Logan, you can take the MBTA’s Blue Line subway or Silver Line bus to several downtown spots. Here are five Boston

The 10 best destinations for May sun

May is always an alluring time to reach for the passport – especially if you are desperate to throw off the cloaks and capes of winter, and feel a more benevolent sun on your bare arms. Europe and the United States are waking from hibernation, the Caribbean is still in a happy storm-free mood, and the rain is staying away from other, selected tropical zones. Better still, if the burble of children at

Irish Government Bill 1886

The Irish Government Bill of 1886 was the British parliament's first substantial attempt to create home rule for Ireland. The law was far from a declaration of independence: Britain retained control over all matters of policing the territory, waging war, defence, foreign treaties, international trade, and the mint

The challenges and beauties of traveling to Myanmar

The country's history and culture are fascinating but violence against the Rohingya people is driving many travelers away.

Knowing Natchez by Its Dead

The city cemetery encapsulates this Mississippi river town's complicated, counterintuitive history.

American woman kidnapped and held for $500,000 ransom during safari in Uganda

Ugandan security forces are searching for a U.S. citizen and a local driver who were abducted in a wildlife park and their kidnappers demanded a ransom, authorities said Wednesday

10 of the most beautiful and charming castles in Scotland

Some ideas for those wanting knights to remember when visiting Scotland

Paddling 75 miles through British Columbia

The loop provides access to some of the most remote wildlands available to paddlers anywhere, with no roads or trails available, and no motors on boats permitted.

These women reject the idea of "dangerous" solo travel

For many women, the appeal of solo travel lies in the freedom to finally say “yes” in a world when we are often told “no.” And yet in the face of this opportunity, we are still presented with reasons not to get our passports stamped.

Royal Caribbean cancels 3 sail dates for Oasis of the Seas after cruise ship-crane accident

Royal Caribbean's Oasis of the Seas' sail dates for April 7, 14, and 21 have been canceled, the cruise ship giant told customers via Twitter.

Cruise ship passengers trapped in onboard elevator claim they were banned from future trips

Passengers claimed that the ship's crew said another 45 minutes won't "kill anyone" while they were stuck in the elevator.

Why You Might Not Get a Towel Animal on Your Next Cruise

In an effort to become more environmentally sustainable, Norwegian Cruise Line is cutting back on its signature turndown service, the folded animal

What supersonic travel means for you

What are the real implications of the revival of supersonic travel? Might we all soon enjoy speedier flight, or is this a niche product reserved for the wealthy?

Was Your European Flight Delayed or Canceled? You May Be Entitled to Cash

You may have to sit on the tarmac for a few hours or crash at an airport hotel, but if your flight was delayed or canceled, you could get up to $700.

Armed men steal $400,000 jewelry from Paris hotel foyer

One man threatened Peninsula hotel's staff with a gun while the other grabbed jewels

The Most Luxe Resorts for a Romantic Getaway

Our definitive guide to the most romantic hotels in the world.: private infinity pools, showers, and some truly mind-blowing views of the ocean

What Was the Worst Travel Advice Ever Received

Just about anyone who's interested in travel has sought input from friends and family about where they should go or what they should do. But just because someone says it with authority

The First Presidential Veto

he first exercise of a the presidential veto power was on April 5, 1792 when George Washington vetoed a bill apportioning representatives

8 Places Our Travel Columnist Never Gets Sick Of

These adventures center around places with amazing local cuisine, crazy landscapes, and interesting animals.

Bring it on home: Germany

Who and where: From left, Linda and Terry Ammel of St. Charles with Terry's mom, Amanda Grider of South County, at the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin.

Ten beautiful views of Switzerland in spring

Cherry blossoms, blue skies and flowers everywhere: here are some of best pictures of the recent glorious weather in Switzerland.

Disney World: Villains invade this summer's After Dark events

Disney After Dark events this summer will put villains — and a roaming fire-breathing dragon - in the spotlight at Magic Kingdom.

The gift of travel keeps on giving

My husband and I decided to transition from giving toy gifts to our two young sons at the holidays to giving them adventures. We went big and bold: We gave them the gift of travel and that was it. But what a gift it has been.

Disney Fantasy cruise is more than kid stuff; there's plenty to do for adults

From dedicated spaces and a relaxing spa to fine dining and hands-on learning experiences, cruising aboard the Disney Fantasy has plenty of adult fun

Tourists urged not to strain Greek donkeys

Despite a ban on "overweight" tourists, cruise passengers are being asked not to use donkeys to climb the steep slopes on the Greek island of Santorini.

Two New Low-cost Airlines Are Coming to the U.S.

Budget travelers in the U.S. may soon have more options.

You Need An Interpreter To Really Understand Top 10 Lists Of Airlines

Remember Southwest Airlines, the pioneering no-frills discounter that has grown to be the largest airline in the world in total passengers? The one that has faced an uncharacteristic number operational, labor relations and financial challenges in recent months

Hard Rock Hotel Las Vegas closing will happen, but not for a while

Virgin Hotels' takeover of the Hard Rock Hotel Las Vegas has been postponed until February. Meanwhile, a restaurant and lounge has opened at the site.

An English hotel has launched outdoor yoga with lemurs to help people de-stress

It's called lemoga - ;and the lemurs actually do some of the poses.

The Introvert's Guide to Enjoying Solo Travel

Introverts get a bad rap for always wanting to be alone. For those who need peace and quiet to recharge, sometimes constant interaction with strangers

The strengths and weaknesses of travel apps

What can we learn from a new survey on travel apps? That we need the smartphone tools to work quickly and efficiently when we are in motion — and that we like photos of hotels.

The Flag Act of 1818

The original flag of the United States had 13 stars and 13 stripes in honor of the original colonies. In 1795, the flag had two additional stars and stripes. By 1818, there were 20 states, but still only 15 stars

Plan a Careful Budget, Then Get Ready to Splurge

Even the most budget-conscious travelers have one thing they are willing to spend big on, from nonstop flights to luxurious hotel rooms to a black car waiting at the airport.

Photo tour of Newport Beach: See the ritzy coastal enclave in Orange County

Newport is flanked by Huntington Beach, known as "Surf City" to the west, which attracts a younger, more party-hearty crowd, and Laguna Beach, the art capital of Orange County, to the east

Prepare to leave laptop and liquids in carry-ons as TSA's new scanners roll out across U.S.

TSA is bringing new 3D security scanners nationwide, which means your next airport experience could be a lot smoother.

A Wisconsin cruise ship passenger faces years in Cayman Islands prison

Her vacation turned into an expensive lesson in how American gun rights don't always travel well.

D.C.'s cherry blossoms just hit peak. Here's where to go and see them

The famed spring pinks and whites on Monday hit their peak in Washington, from the Tidal Basin to Capitol Hill. The display is expected to last at least a week.

How to fly cheaply to Europe with budget airlines going belly up

With the demise of Iceland's budget carrier WOW Air this week, bargain hunters are likely wondering what the future of low fare flying to Europe is going to look like.

A Look At Joali, One Of The Maldives' Most Luxurious Resorts

The Maldives certainly doesn’t have a shortage of exquisite accommodations. As a premier honeymoon destination that provides hoteliers plenty of opportunities to build private island resorts

These are the 10 hottest destinations billionaires are flying to via private jet this summer

The ultra-rich are known for a jet-set life. We teamed up with the private-jet service XOJET to find the top summer spots billionaires are flying to.

This Country Is the Most Desired Vacation Destination in the World (Video)

Delicious food, gorgeous countryside, and ancient ruins — do you want to visit the most desired vacation destination, too?

Severe obesity raises particular travel health issues

International travelers who are obese may face difficulties with flights, hotel access and certain leisure activities, say researchers who suggest the travel industry and travel health specialists should address these issues.

Travel: Bringing the Kids (Podcast)

Kim Barrington Narisetti of the Urban Crayon Press joins Felix to discuss the somewhat daunting prospect of traveling with kids. Narisetti explains how to get kids excited about travel, how to adjust your strategy as they age

How Airbnb Handles Hosts Who Are Caught Secretly Filming Guests

A California couple said they found a hidden camera disguised as a smoke detector positioned over the bed in their Airbnb

Eurostar drops 'no travel' warning, but French unions insist protest will continue

It looks like good news for weary Eurostar travellers as the company has finally dropped its warning to passengers to avoid all but essential travel due to industrial action by French customs officers.

The Best Cruise Ships For Every Personality

In 2018, there were more than 300 cruise ships on the high seas, and this year, 21 new ships are launching. With those numbers, it's hard to know where to begin when you're trying to figure out where to go on a cruise vacation

The First Pony Express Run

On this day in 1860, a series of Pony Express messengers rode their mounts from Saint Joseph, Missouri to Sacramento, California. Reducing the time for mail delivery between the coasts to approximately 10 days

SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS EXPANDS NONSTOP FLIGHTS BETWEEN WASHINGTON DULLES AND ACCRA, GHANA

Starting today, South African Airways (SAA), Africa’s most awarded airline, has increased its frequency on nonstop flights between Washington, D.C.-Dulles International Airport and Accra’s Kotoka International Airport to five days weekly.

Vietnam's Empty Forests

The Asian nation is a hot spot of biological diversity, but local and international conservation groups are struggling to halt what amounts to animal genocide.

Airline Booking Hacks: What Works, and What Might Get You in Trouble

Finding the lowest airfare has become a favorite frugal pastime, and there are websites to help you nail down cheap fares. Some strategies, however, are dicey.

Aviation photos: Behind the scenes at Miami International Airport

Check out April's batch of fun airplane and aviation photos, all shot during a day behind the scenes at Miami International Airport in Florida.

Worried about crowds at Star Wars Land? So is Disney, and here is what it's doing about it

Ever since Disney announced Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, people have fretted about huge crowds. Disney has taken many steps to alleviate those fears.

Disney, SeaWorld and Universal pet options allow furry friends to join your vacation

There are a plethora of boarding, kenneling and hotel options for Walt Disney World, SeaWorld Orlando and Universal Orlando Resort visitors traveling with pets.

The best cruise line for every type of traveler

Cruiseline.com used data from 30,000 reviews to learn which cruise line is best for certain types of travelers.

New Orleans’ offbeat charms

New Orleans is a city that revels in its quirks: the voodoo boutiques, sidewalk snake charmers, haunted graveyards, magic potion brews, dodgy dive bars and little musty museums crammed with cabinets of curiosities

Center in Havana opens to preserve Hemingway's legacy

Officials from the Boston-based Finca Vigia Foundation and Cuba's National Cultural Heritage Council cut the ribbon Saturday evening on a state-of-the-art, $1.2 million conservation center on the grounds of Ernest Hemingway's stately home.

Game of Thrones water show in Las Vegas brings fire to Bellagio fountains

Is it the beginning of the end? The hotel-casino's popular attraction pays tribute to the final season of the fantasy drama with a dramatic flair.

Hyatt adds 60 more properties to its loyalty program

Hyatt Hotels is adding more hotel brands to its World of Hyatt loyalty program this year, starting with Thompson Hotels this week and Joie de Vivre Hotels in mid-May.

The Challenges of Captaining a Cruise Ship: Women Who Travel Podcast

In this week's episode, we sit down with Kate McCue, the first American woman to captain a cruise ship.

The middle class in America is disappearing. Hotels have to choose between 2 distinct paths to survive, says the man who invented boutique hotels.

As the middle class in America shrinks, hotels will become either super luxurious and expensive or more value-oriented, he said.

Komodo Island Is Closing to Tourists Because People Are Stealing Dragons

Komodo Dragons are a protected species and considered to be the largest living lizard in the world.

Coinage Act of 1792

An act establishing a mint, and regulating the Coins of the United States. That was the long title of a law passed by the United States Congress on April 2, 1792

Copenhagen's Latest Draw? An Abandoned Shipyard

Refshaleoen, a once-forlorn area in the city’s northeastern docklands, is the place to be for creative start-ups.

Ups and downs in the land of canyons

The stand of pines outside the Yavapai Lodge in Grand Canyon National Park was only visible as faint black smudges in the dense, white haze. Our car, parked at the curb just 50 feet away, had vanished.

The ultimate guide to skiing Whistler

If you love skiing, Whistler needs to be on your bucket list. Now is a great time to go, given the US dollar's strength against the Canadian dollar. Plus, it's getting late in the season, when lift ticket prices typically drop. Here are all the tips and information you need to navigate your way through a perfect Whistler ski trip

Disney announces new stroller and smoking policies at all theme parks and properties

Disney announced changes to its theme park policies on stroller size, smoking and ice at its properties like Walt Disney World, Epcot, ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Florida and Disneyland in California.

Pack Those Binoculars. It's Peak Bird-Watching Season.

Hotels and resorts across the country are taking notice of their bird-watching guests, offering educational weekends, watching tours and even full-time birders on staff.

This Retired Couple Has Been on at Least 100 Cruises

Jim and Judy Franklin go to six to 10 cruises a year. The Seminole, Fl., couple knows how to budget for a life at sea.

Is Cruising Safe? Facts And Figures To Help You Decide

The odds of dying on a cruise ship are roughly 1 in 6.25 million. While any fatality is one too many, recent data confirms that cruising is still one of the safest forms of recreation and travel.

What it's like to take a 35-hour ride on Amtrak's Coast Starlight train from Los Angeles to Seattle

The Los Angeles-to-Seattle route of the Coast Starlight train traverses three states and 1,377 scenic miles. But it also takes a day and a half. What's it like to be...

JetBlue spruces up jets with new seats, better tech

JetBlue has started flying the first of its A320s to get a complete cabin makeover, including new orange-accented seats, enhanced in-flight entertainment, and modern technology touches

In Los Cabos, Mexico, luxury hotels lure grownups with cushy amenities and peaceful surroundings

Some are architecturally beautiful (Viceroy Los Cabos), some have impeccable service (Montage Los Cabos), and some offer tranquillity and an artistic experience (Solaz Los Cabos). What most have in common is a hefty room rate.

Need a breath of fresh air? Hotels to the rescue

Forget free wine hours and on-demand workout videos. An increasing number of hotels around the world are now providing guests the option to book rooms with filtration and purification systems that minimize threats of air pollution and offer cleaner air.

You are on vacation and a loved one at home dies. What do you do now?

In the tizzy of packing — or maybe it was the daze of denial — my mom, sister and I had never discussed the possibility of my father succumbing to Alzheimer’s disease while I was in Africa.

These are the most ridiculous travel fees to look out for

Travel companies are coming up with all kinds of new charges these days, which is hardly a surprise. The real shocker is the way they justify the fees.

Apple Computer is Founded

No, fooling. After much experimentation with prototypes, Apple Computer was formed by Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak on this day in 1976 to sell the Apple I personal computer kit.

Attention Vegans: You Could Get Paid $66,000 a Year to Travel the World and Eat

Vibrant Vegan Cothis link opens in a new tab is hunting for the perfect person to fill an extremely difficult role: Director of Taste. The person who fills this role will be expected to travel the world and eat food and get paid $66,000 a year to do it.

Travel a bit farther in Mexico to get closer to age-old Mayan ruins

The beaches aside, Mexico’s ancient Mayan culture is one of the country’s biggest tourist draws. It’s no surprise, then, that the 1,500-year-old Mayan city of Chichen Itza

How to (safely) enjoy Japan's famed deer park

Just a 45-minute train ride south of Kyoto, Japan, is Nara Park, home to over 1,000 sacred deer. Find out how to get there and interact with the deer safely.

Megatrends Of The Tourism And Travel Industry

With people of all generations opting for personal enrichment and experiences over material goods, it's no surprise the the travel industry is both booming and shifting.

36 Hours in Rio de Janeiro

A weekend in this ever-surprising Brazilian city might include caipirinhas on the beach; capuchin monkeys on a hike; and music, food and history everywhere.

Best Snorkeling in the Caribbean

Wanting the best snorkeling in the Caribbean? There are over 7,000 islands in the Caribbean, but these 9 places are the gems for snorkeling.

This is how to ruin your cruise and lose $ 2,753 at the same time

Want to ruin your cruise? Just how up at the dock with the wrong travel documents. Alicia Ares and her fiance did exactly that and were denied boarding.

10 Reasons to Visit France By River Cruise | France Today

Explore the "Must See" cities via the major Rivers of Europe. With a River Cruise, you'll be docked in the heart of these quintessential French Cities.

Who's Sleeping in All These Hotel Bunk Beds?

From the Ace to The Line, New York to Detroit, hotels are putting a new spin on the summer camp classic.

George Clooney Demands Hotel Boycott Over Brunei's New Anti-Gay Death Penalty Law

"Are we really going to help fund the murder of innocent citizens?" asked the movie star in a scathing op-ed.

Surveying Begins on Cumberland Road

On March 29, 1803 Congress authorized the construction of Cumberland Road (known today as National Road) from what is present-day Wheeling, West Virginia to Cumberland, Maryland.

South Cambodia's Lush Private Islands and Luxurious Jungle Camps + Angkor Wat

Six Senses Krabey Island and Shinta Mani Wild are inviting high-end visitors to experience south Cambodia in style.

On a Colorado Ski Trip, Planes, Trains, No Automobiles

Getting to the slopes without driving was the dream. The Winter Park Express from Denver made it (almost) possible.

The Venetian's $450,000 package includes a private jet and diamonds

The Venetian is giving "the world" to its luxury travelers with a four-night $450,000 package. The "Want The World" package pulls out all the luxury stops in some outrageous ways.

Renewing a lifelong love affair with Paris and London

My emotional attachment to Paris and London started early in life. Paris and London are Europe's two most-visited cities and for good reasons. No others anywhere combine so much history with so many things to do and see

British Airways unveils new business class

British Airways said it will introduce the next generation of its Club World business class cabin later this year as it receives its first Airbus A350-1000 wide-bodies.

Travel: California's top 7 most Instagrammable spots

San Francisco's Painted Ladies and Lake Tahoe's Emerald Bay made the list. Guess which other Instagram magnets did, too.

Amsterdam to ban Red Light District tours

Amsterdam officials will ban tours of the Dutch city's famous Red Light District starting in 2020 because of concerns about workers being treated as tourist attractions.

New Zealand Just Added New Entry Requirements for Travelers

Traveling to New Zealand now comes with additional steps travelers need to be aware of

Why You May Want To Get On Board With Cruise Insurance

How would cruise insurance help in situations like the one passengers on the Viking Sky experienced?

The Galapagos Is Evolving With Luxury Yacht Cruises

It used to be that if you wanted to see the Galapagos Islands, you had to travel on a research-style vessel whose creature comforts came second to up-close nature encounters. That’s changed

The upside down hotel said to have inspired Star Wars faces demolition

Much of the shooting for the original Star Wars movies took place in Tunisia, and legend has it that one local landmark made a powerful impression on its creator, George Lucas. That landmark is now under threat.

Icelandic airline Wow Air collapses and cancels all flights

Passengers are told to go looking for "rescue fares" from rival airlines.

'Swamp People' stars offer airboat swamp tours

It is not often that one can claim to have gone on the bayou in an airboat with a television star

The Three Mile Island accident

The infamous Three Mile Island accident occurred near Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, when main feedwater pumps in a secondary cooling system of a nuclear power plant failed at exactly 4:00 a.m.

More Tourists Are Flocking to the Bahamas Than Ever Before

The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism & Aviation reported historic visitor numbers for 2018 and 2019. After the devastation of Hurricanes Irma and Maria in 2017, islands in the Caribbean, including the Bahamas, had to rebuild as tourists seemed to stay away shortly after the devastation.

19 best places to travel for the spring of 2019

Choosing between a world-class flower festival, Argentine wine harvest or trans-Africa road rally may be tough for travelers, but spring is calling and it's time to make a choice.

Don't Succumb to the Fear - Women Share Travel Safety Tips

No woman is responsible for harassment or any other violent act against her. But experienced travelers and government agencies show how to travel as safely as possible.

Find LGBTQ-Friendly Accommodations When You Travel With Mister B&B

When you're searching for accommodations online you can often find information about how big the place is, what kind of bed you’re sleeping in, and what sorts of restaurants are nearby. However, what you might not be able to find out in a listing is whether or not your hosts are LGBTQ-friendly.

Viking Sky cruise timeline: A breakdown of what we know happened

A Viking cruise ship needed to be evacuated over the weekend as engine trouble and stormy weather caused the ship to take on water and endanger the 1,373 passengers and crew aboard. What played out was a chaotic 48-hour nightmare.

National Park Service announces Glacier Bay cruise plan

The National Park Service says seven cruise lines have been approved to conduct day trips inside Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve. The 10-year plan preserves the park's two ships per day limit.

BA flight lands in Edinburgh by mistake

The mistake only became apparent when the "welcome to Edinburgh" announcement was made.

Grounded Southwest Boeing 737 Max 8 makes emergency landing

A Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 Max 8 on its way from Orlando to a temporary storage facility in California made an emergency landing shortly after takeoff Tuesday afternoon.

Travel Longer, Cheaper and Better: Hostels for Beginners

Hostels are the best way to travel cheaply all over the world. Here are some tips if you've never stayed in one, or worse, have the wrong idea of what a hostel is like.

A troubling slide for hotels

What goes up must eventually come down, right? Still, it's disconcerting to see Hawaii's hotel industry, which has enjoyed robust performance for years, blip downward in key metrics for the first time in a decade.

Insider tricks for traveling first class on an economy budget

Enjoy some of the perks of first class travel, without the hefty price tag. There’s no better feeling than setting your out of office reply, packing your bag and setting off to explore a new city … except when you get to do it style, traveling in luxury

Travel like a pro: Road warriors share their secrets

Turn off your cellphone. Downsize your luggage. And remember that your standards aren't necessarily their standards.

Central Holidays Develops Progressive Small Group Escorted Tours Featuring Exclusive Experiential Activities

Central Holidays is unveiling an innovative concept in touring – small group escorted tours that feature exclusive activities and excursions for the most immersive of destination experiences.

The Great Alaska Earthquake

On March 27th, 1964, it was life as usual in the city of Anchorage, Alaska. At 5:36:14 p.m. local time, the ground shook violently. Reaching a magnitude of 9.2, the ensuing earthquake remains one of the most devastating on record.

The three values that shaped Singapore

As Singapore commemorates its Bicentennial in 2019, residents reflect on three values: openness, multiculturalism and self-determination that have helped form the modern-day nation.

This Caribbean Island Beloved by Adventure Seekers

With the help of community-minded hotels and visitors eager to give back, Dominica is making a rapid recovery from Hurricane Maria.

Five Places to Visit in Minneapolis

The NCAA Final Four basketball tournament is in town, and the local chef Brenda Langton serves up five new spots in the Downtown East neighborhood just four blocks away.

Europe's hot new food destination

Zurich, Switzerland, is known more for finances than food. That's changing as Switzerland's biggest city emerges as one of Europe's hottest food destinations. Find out the best places to eat.

You Can Solve a Murder Mystery on a Wine Train Through Napa Valley

The Napa Valley Wine Train is bringing a brand new experience for wine enthusiasts who like a little mystery to enjoy.

New Cruise Ship Adrift After Suffering Power Loss

The newest Holland America cruise ship named Nieuw Statendam is suffering from major power loss and was adrift along with blackouts and a canceled port.

River cruising: American Duchess paddle wheeler departs from old-fashioned steamboat decor

Launched in August 2017 by the American Queen Steamboat Co., the bright and airy American Duchess more closely resembles a contemporary boutique hotel than an antebellum steamboat. See for yourself on a cruise of the Lower Mississippi River.

WOW air passengers furious after 20 flights are cancelled at short notice today

Furious passengers travelling with WOW Air have taken to social media to complain after their flights were cancelled, leaving them stranded with little information. Twenty flights have been cancelled today, with more in the coming months, amid rumours of a possible collapse.

A new low-fare train will connect London and Edinburgh

A new rail link connecting London and Edinburgh is aiming to get travellers between the English and Scottish capital for less than 25 pounds.

This Is the Proper Etiquette for Leaving a Hotel Room

Here's how to properly thank, respect, and compensate the person making that hotel stay happy.

All three Disneyland hotels completely booked ahead of Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge opening

Eager young Padawans hoping to be among the first to experience the new Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge at Disneyland this summer may need to anticipate a drive in from a neighboring planet. Disneyland's three hotels - Disneyland Hotel, Disney's Paradise Pier and Disney's Grand Californian Hotel - are sold out of rooms ahead of the new exhibit's opening day.

The Death of Richard the Lionheart

ichard I was king of England for ten years, starting in 1189. The king spent only five months of that time in his kingdom. In March 1199, Richard I was in France suppressing a revolt at the castle of Chalus-Chabrol. On the evening of March 25th, he walked around the perimeter of the castle without his armor

Lahore, Pakistan's Mughal treasure trove

Lahore, Pakistan, is one of the South Asia's most brilliant gems. It's a treasure trove of Mughal architecture and history -- here's what travelers should know.

How to Travel to Iceland

Planning a trip to Iceland? Our comprehensive guide covers everything from the best places to stay and eat to what to pack, when to go, and how to get

Rotterdam: Cutting-Edge City, Old World Ambience

Who knew that Rotterdam, the Netherlands' second-largest city and biggest port, is also one of the country's coolest places? Having been heavily bombed during a German air raid in 1940

A 7-Hour, 6-Mile, Round-the-Museum Tour of the Prado

On the year of the Madrid museum's bicentennial, our writer visits every gallery, vestibule and passageway to see if he had missed anything on his previous 200 visits. He had.

This is the most popular summer road trip in New England, according to AAA

When it comes to summer road trips, it doesn’t get much better than a 151-mile drive through the Berkshires of Massachusetts and the Green Mountains of Vermont

Passengers recount harrowing hours aboard stranded cruise ship

Through the large picture windows lining the Viking Sky, passengers on Saturday afternoon watched the gray waves churn and the horizon teeter as their massive ship, carrying 1,373 people, became overwhelmed by the sea

Everything You Need to Know About Disney Cruise Ships

Curious about which ship to take to Alaska or if you can visit Disney’s exclusive island on sailings from Galveston? The answers are Disney Wonder, and yes, but read on to discover more about the best Disney cruise ships

Flying Solo: 10 Experienced Solo Travelers Share Their Best Advice For First Timers

Together, these ten women have gone on well-over 70 solo trips. Here's what they think you should know.

World's most scenic airport landing revealed

Aosta Valley Airport in northern Italy has the 10th most scenic airport landing in the world. Which nine airports does PrivateFly rank even higher in its annual poll for beautiful arrivals?

You Can Surf With Dogs and Swim With Sharks at This Hawaiian Resort

Hina and Kahuna, Turtle Bay Resort's two surfing dogs, join visitors for surf and paddleboard expeditions in Hawaii.

Hilton is recycling used bars of hotel soap to save the planet

The company announced Monday that it will collect used bars of soap from guest rooms across its hotels and recycle them into 1 million new bars of soap by October 15

As users tire of online, the humble travel agent makes a comeback

Frustrated by the overload of information on travel sites, more than 9 million people will use a travel professional to help book a trip this year.

Sexual Assault on Flights: Experts Recommend Ways to Stay Safe and Combat It

The issue gained heightened attention in the wake of high-profile cases and the #MeToo movement, officials say.

The new, confusing Zika travel advice, explained

Zika burst onto the world stage in 2015, the only known mosquito-borne virus that can cause severe birth defects. By the height of the epidemic the following year, when more than 200,000 people had been infected

The Slave Trade Act

The United Kingdom abolished the slave trade with The Slave Trade Act, an act of Parliament passed on 25 March 1807. The Act abolished the slave trade in the British Empire, but not slavery.

Adventurous. Alone. Attacked.

The number of female solo travelers has skyrocketed, but amid Instagram-worthy escapades are tales of violence and death, raising questions about how the world is greeting women who travel alone.

10 of the best activity holidays in Ireland

With its rugged coast, lakes and hills, Ireland is one big adventure playground - perfect for kayaking, hiking, cycling and road trips

10 surprising places to surf year-round

Most travelers associate surfing with palm trees, soft sand and summertime, but wave-riding isn't just limited to southern shores and warm weather.

Here is what happens when you try to open a plane door mid-flight

The possibility of opening a plane door depends on the air pressure as the plane's elevation changes.

Love Your Hotel Room? Take a Piece of It Home

Your hotel experience is typically defined by time spent away. But increasingly, hotels and vacation rentals are eager to insert themselves into your regular routine back home.

Martinique: A Slice of France, Tropical Forests and,Yes, Beaches Too

It's hardly the standard Caribbean destination for travelers from the United States. And it offers few all-inclusive resort options. But that is part of this French-speaking island's appeal.

Diving Thailand’s Andaman Sea

Bobbing in the inky Andaman Sea miles from the Thai shoreline, I watched a crescent moon emerge as twilight deepened. I turned on my flashlight, peered at my husband, Andrew, and made the most appropriate statement

U.S. citizens can travel to Brazil without a visa

The Brazilian government announced this week that travelers from the United States, Australia, Japan and Canada will no longer need a visa to enter the country of Carnival

Onboard warning about inappropriate touching on the plane

Alaska Airlines is taking inflight sexual assault seriously and in pre-flight announcements, it now asks passengers to report inappropriate behavior to crewmembers.

Where wildflowers will put on a show this spring and summer

You can find your fill of blooms across the West, where the wildflower season extends to the warmer months.

The Amazing Ways Carnival Cruises Is Using AI To Create Smart Cities At Sea

Carnival, one of the world's largest cruise lines, is also a leader in using Internet of Things technology, connected devices, and AI to deliver an exemplary customer experience to its passengers. Ocean Medallion, a wearable device, is the key to Carnival's seamless customer experience.

INCREDIBLE river cruises around the world for cruise aficionados

Smaller ships, smoother sailing and spectacular scenery - river cruises are a wonderful way to see the world. These are our favourite river cruise itineraries, from the Danube to the Amazon to the Mekong River.

U.S. lawsuit on hotels' internet advertising moves forward

A federal judge on Thursday rebuffed a request by hotel chains including Hyatt Hotels Corp, Marriott International Inc and Wyndham Hotel Group to throw out a class-action suit accusing them of conspiring not to compete with one another online.

100 Ways to Travel More Respectfully

Repeat after me: It is never OK to take pictures with smiling, barefoot children. Even if it's for your Tinder. Especially if it's for your Tinder.

The Jamestown Massacre

On this day in 1622, Indians of the Powhatan Confederacy executed a coordinated, surprise attack on the settlement of Jamestown, Virginia and the surrounding settlements, killing 347 English settlers

Top 5 summer 2019 road trips

Can't wait to get on the road again? These five road trip ideas will get you and your family out of the house and touring the country this summer.

How to check for hidden cameras in your hotel room or vacation rental

Protect yourself by learning how to check for hidden cameras in your vacation rental or hotel room.

36 Hours in Hoi An

This ancient town on the Vietnamese coast has charm, history and beauty to spare. It is also budget-friendly, and for foodies, a delight.

Airbnb and Miami Beach Are at War. Travelers Are Caught in the Crossfire.

The Florida city, like others around the country, is trying to control the home sharing market. Renters often find out their weekend home is illegal when they get a knock on the door.

Not up to the massive Louvre and its long lines?

With two miles of facade in the heart of Paris, the magnificent Louvre Museum is the largest art museum in the world. Erected as a fortress at what was the edge of town in the 12th century

Here’s what happens when your aircraft is grounded

While this month’s 737 Max grounding was a minor inconvenience for travelers, airline insiders say it created more chaos behind the scenes. American Airlines and Southwest, which operate the aircraft, scrambled to rebook passengers

How to stay overnight inside Madame Tussauds

Customers can have a slumber party with the (wax) stars through a limited-time offer at Madame Tussauds attractions in Orlando and other cities.

Destination wedding trends: Here's where couples are getting hitched far from home

Amy and Christopher Gallant live in the "Wedding Capital of the World" But for their nuptials, the couple - both of whom have East Coast roots - traded in Las Vegas for New England, opting to be married in an 18th-century church with a clock tower and belfry.

Cruise Line Adds Interest Free Monthly Payment Options on Cruises

Princess Cruises is the latest cruise line to launch monthly payment options that are completely interest free. Princess EZPay was launched on Monday and

A man is suing Royal Caribbean for $75,000 after he says he fell off the ship's trampoline

Casey Holladay says he plunged to a Royal Caribbean deck after his harness disconnected while he was 20 feet in the air.

Miami cruise line wants to take it global

The new 110-cabin ship SeaDream Innovation will be the company's third ship and the first addition to its fleet since 2001. The ship's inaugural voyage in September 2021 will be a 70-day global tour, including two days in Miami.

Guests in South Korea hotel rooms were filmed, the content streamed

Four men were arrested in South Korea for allegedly installing illegal cameras in hotel rooms, then profiting from streaming the feeds to strangers online.

Traveling Soon? Book a Trip With One of the Top 10 Airlines in the World

The 2019 list of the best airlines in the world is available now. From the top domestic airline to the best airlines to fly internationally, see the full list here.

You Can Get $42 Disney Tickets Through Sam's Club

Sam's Club announced its new travel and entertainment service, offering discounts on theme park and concert tickets, sporting events, movies, hotels, and rental cars.

The Archbishop is Executed

When Henry VIII required a divorce from Catherine of Aragon, he turned to his Archbishop in Canterbury. Thomas Cranmer thus became the chief architect of the English Reformation. Cranmer denied papal authority over the English Church, paving the way for Henry's divorce

A backcountry refuge in Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Somewhere along the precipitous gravel road that leads to the Cataloochee Valley, a sign looms large. “No cellphone service.” For hyper-connected, news-addicted individuals

Oahu on the cheap? Put these travel hacks to use for a surprisingly affordable island getaway

Need a sunny escape but don't want to break the bank? If you're willing to get creative, Oahu can be a wallet-friendly destination with plenty of beach-walking, good eating and...

The Best Places to Travel with Kids in 2019

Create lasting memories and check off that bucket list during school vacations with these family friendly, kid-approved travel destinations. Whether you want to zipline in Dubai, go Instagram-crazy in Japan, or take a sleigh ride to dinner in Montana, we have the trips for you.

How becoming a parent took me from adventure travel to all-inclusive

The kind of places where the luxury is comfortable, accessible and unintimidating, the entertainment is spoon-fed, and where it is, by and large, always sunny

You will get the best perspective on these places from the deck of a cruise ship

Sydney, Australia, and Curacao, Glacier Bay and the Panama Canal are among the places that look terrific at a slight distance.

Avalon Is Offering Shorter River Cruises to Fit Into Your Schedule

In 2020, Avalon Waterways will offer shorter cruise vacations that will cater to time-strapped vacationers who want to "dip their toes" in river cruising

4 Tips to Fly a Budget Airline Without Hassle

Budget airlines often trade space and even basic amenities for crowded planes and cheaper tickets. With these four tips however, you can save some cash and even enjoy the trip.

You don't have to be on a 737 Max to be affected by the FAA grounding. Here's why.

American, Southwest and United are are strategically canceling flights and making other moves to cover the temporary loss of 72 planes.

Google Quietly Rolled Out a Hotel Site That's Already Booking Rooms and Taking Names

Google Hotels, the company's new hotel search, online booking site that recommends lodging deals, works with Google Maps, Google Flights

Hotel suite transformed into Barbie-themed glamping experience

In Mexico City, you can have a Barbie-theme "glamping" experience at the Hilton Mexico City Santa Fe, which has transformed a suite into a life-sized Barbie haven.

Miami Beach holds emergency spring break meeting

The Miami Beach City Commission held an emergency meeting on Tuesday to discuss spring break after traffic, street fights and other incidents sparked outrage from residents.

How To Travel Like The One Percent On A Budget

Yes, it's possible to fly on private jets, rent private islands and have personal shoppers at an affordable price.

What children can learn through travel

As you and your children begin to navigate the planet together, sharing your knowledge, while teaching them to make their own way, will create confidant and compassionate travelers for the future

The Attempted Kidnapping of Princess Anne

On March 20, 1974 Princess Anne was returning to Buckingham Palace from a charity event. In the car was her husband, Mark Phillips, her driver and private detective. Suddenly, a Ford escort in front of her Rolls Royce veered to a stop

The Kasbah, the markets, a mosque and the Grand Socco: cultural voyeurism in Tangier

Like almost every city in Morocco, Tangier is split into a new town and an old town (medina), which is encircled by a medieval wall. In the medina are colorful markets; twisty, hilly streets; and the Kasbah.

Huge rare 'Elephant Queen' captured on camera

Will Burrard-Lucas encountered a rare big tusker known as the "Elephant Queen" in Kenya before she died and took some incredible pictures. The animal was one of about 30 remaining in Africa.

Man Fights Insurance Company for Wife's Travel Refund

When a man's wife became too sick to travel, he said she thought the trip insurance she purchased would cover one of her flights. But when he tried to recover her money and couldn't...

Orlando hotels expect booking surge now that Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge at Disney has opening date

Now that Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge has an opening date, hotels are expecting a surge in August bookings.

Which Cruise Brand Is Best for You? A Guide to 16 of the Most Popular Lines

TPG offers a quick guide to 16 of the most popular brands, from cruise giant Royal Caribbean, which operates the world’s biggest ships, to small luxury players such as Crystal Cruises and Regent Seven Seas.

This Air Travel Hack Could Get You in Legal Trouble

While missing a leg of a flight might sometimes be unavoidable due to changes in travel plans, savvy travelers have been purposely missing the second leg of their flights for years

These Are the Cleanest Airlines in the World (Video)

Skytrax's World Airline Awards recently announced the cleanest airlines of 2018 after passengers rated various airline standards and quality

World's Most Elite Hotels: Forbes Travel Guide's Triple Five-Star Winners

We celebrate the rare properties that earned top achievements for their hotel, restaurant and spa this year.

See New Orleans' 10 most expensive hotels

Want to book a stay in one of New Orleans’ most expensive hotels? Expect to shell out at least $200 a night.

Hottest Trends and Destinations in Luxury Travel

Here are some of the most popular cities and countries for travel, as well as other trends, such as where millennials are heading, and which are the top honeymoon destinations developing in the selfie-driven luxury travel sector.

7 red flags you're about to stay at a bad hotel

When it comes to booking a hotel, every picture, review, and communication is important. The internet can be deceiving, especially when it comes to shopping and commerce.

Want to travel? Stay away from these hot spots of crime, violence, says State Department

Looking for a dream trip to a foreign land? Tourists should stay away from these dangerous destinations, says State Department

Which European city is the most affordable to visit?

The UK's Post Office has released its annual City Costs Barometer of the most affordable city breaks in Europe. Prague comes in at No. 10. Which nine places are even less expensive for 2019?

Even cruise ships can get frumpy. But look what $100 million can do.

Royal Caribbean thinks it can draw millennials with a $115 million upgrade to its older ships. Carnival and Norwegian are spending just as much on bringing their older ships - Carnival Sunrise and Norwegian Sky - up to snuff.

The Death of Robert de LaSalle

The French explorer Robert de LaSalle explored the Great Lakes region of the United States and Canada, the Mississippi River, and the Gulf of Mexico. He claimed the entire Mississippi basin for France, naming it "La Louisiane" in honor of Louis XIV

Why Helsinki is the world's coolest city

Helsinki's winters may be dark and freezing, but the snowy capital of Finland is a place where local fortitude against the cold has turned it into into one of the world's coolest places.

Beyond the beach: International sites for a family spring break

International travel is not only educational for kids, but also sparks their curiosity, and can make them global citizens.

The Best Trips to Take With Your Grandkids

Grandparents and their grandkids will love these family vacation ideas, from cruises and national parks to theme parks and beaches.

From Greece to Namibia, the 11 Best Places to Travel This Spring

Whether you're looking for a sunny island or a culturally driven adventure, these destinations are perfect for your next spring vacation.

This is what happens when your travel agent never paid for the cruise

Peggy Wimberly got an awful surprise when she showed up for her recent cruise. Although she had paid her travel agent, the agent never paid for the cruise.

The price of popularity: Disney World just hiked its prices on the busiest days

Walt Disney World in Orlando FL is raising ticket prices around the holidays and school breaks when the theme park is the busiest and most popular.

Don't freak out about germs on airplanes

Over the past couple of years, we've reported on some scientific studies about the presence of germs on various surfaces in airplanes, at airports, and in rental cars. But another study now suggests the risks faced by travelers in these settings are not much different than the risks they face in much of their everyday life.

First-class air travel is in decline

DUBAI IS OFTEN called a Disneyland for the rich;. At the city's airport the three first-class lounges of Emirates, the United Arab Emirates flag-carrier, do not disappoint. Each one is as big as the termina's concourse, built to accommodate thousands of passengers. But every day only a hundred or so enter each first-class lounge.

World's Most Elite Hotels: Forbes Travel Guide's Triple Five-Star Winners

A mere 16 hotels in the world were bestowed Forbes Travel Guide’s highest mark for their lodging, restaurant and spa this year — and a mighty handful of those even eclipsed the triple Five benchmark by having multiple culinary triumphs

Want a lounge chair by the hotel pool? It may cost you extra

Fees to reserve ordinary pool chairs are prevalent in Las Vegas and are spreading to other vacation destinations.

More Cruise Lines Pull Out of Caribbean Port

A few days ago, Cruise Fever reported that Carnival Cruise Line had canceled all port stops to Antigua. Now, additional cruise lines have pulled out of

A Small Travel Insurance Change That Could Save Your Next Vacation

When I think of pre-existing medical conditions and travel insurance, Richard Cutler's case comes to mind. After a flare-up of his arthritic condition, he canceled a recent American Airlines flight. Would travel insurance have helped him? Maybe not.

How Travel Could Cure Your 'Mid-life Crisis'

Transformative travel is not just a game for the young. Although the idea of a life-changing trip may be stereotypically tied to the post-grad years, one hotelier is arguing that a mid-life trip may be the best antidote for the dreaded mid-life crisis.

The Last Templar Grand Master

On this day the Inquisition burned Jacques de Molay at the stake, the 23rd and last official Grand Master of the Knights Templar. The Templars were the warrior monks of the Crusades. The Roman Church provided the Knights Templar with enormous power

These Are the U.S. Airlines You Should Choose If You Want to Get to Your Destination on Time

If you need to get to your destination on time, you shouldn’t treat every airline equally. Hawaiian Airlines has the highest on-time performance of any U.S. airline, according to the annual results of the Department of Transportation’s Air Travel Consumer Reportthis link opens in a new tab.

Beyond the beaches: a cultural guide to Jamaica

s the northern hemisphere whimpers its way through the winter, there is an island so bright and colourful that even the iridescent feathered hummingbirds blend into the background. These are animals that have been furnished with a peacock-like coat so luminescent it changes colour from angle to angle

These 5 New Ships Are Redefining the ‘Cruise’

THE SHIP: Billing itself as the first hybrid cruise ship and launching this summer, the 265-cabin MS Roald Amundsen from 126-year-old Norwegian line Hurtigruten will be partly fueled by liquefied biogas—a renewable gas made from organic waste. You’d never know the ship is so granola: Designed by Rolls-Royce, it’s kitted out with flourishes like an

MSC Cruises Confirms Order for 4 Small Luxury Cruise Ships

MSC Cruises has signed final contracts with Fincantieri for the construction of four small luxury cruise ships. The ships will be 64,000 gross tons in size and have 481 suites. The first of four luxury cruise ships for MSC Cruises will be delivered in 2023. Following ships will go into service in 2024, 2025, and 2026.

Stealing From This 5-Star Hotel Could Earn You a Weeklong Stay in Its Presidential Suite

From extra plush pillows to cozy bathrobes, hotel rooms are stocked with items begging to be stolen, and plenty of us have probably taken off with at least something we weren't supposed to after check-out. And while swiping too much is a quick way to land on a no-stay list, one five-star hotel in New Orleans

The Best Hotels to Book in 2019

MONEY’s fourth annual Best in Travel guidethis link opens in a new tab highlights 20 destinations in the U.S. and around the world that are mindful of both your wanderlust and your wallet. To create our list, we employed a rigorous methodology featuring more than 43,000 data points collected from dozens of sources, including our main partner, Kayak.comthis link opens in a new tab.

The Best Wrinkle-Free Women’s Clothes for Travel, According to Frequent Fliers

You’ve tried packing cubes and rolling your shirts up Marie Kondo–style and yet, most likely, all your clothes still come out of your suitcase wrinkled when you reach your destination. Or maybe you have an important meeting right after landing

Kamakura fantastic day trip destination

A convenient 20-minute train ride from Yokosuka or approximately one hour from Tokyo Station, Kamakura is a fantastic choice for a day trip that offers visitors a variety of experiences: towering bamboo groves, mysterious caves, elegant Buddhist vegetarian cuisine, and hands-on workshops that will leave a lasting impression of this ancient capital.

5 small-town destinations you can access from big-city airports

There’s a reason big cities become tourist hotspots: They tend to be hubs of culture, entertainment and dining — and they’re typically fairly accessible by plane from almost anywhere. But while cities like Chicago, Brussels and Boston are well worth visiting; there are also equally worthy destinations

Art, architecture and palaces in Russia's imperial city – an expert guide to St Petersburg

Stacked with grand old buildings, exquisite churches and venerated artworks, and with two breath-taking palaces within easy reach, Russia’s imperial capital never fails to impress. Its history is as captivating as its sights. No wonder almost all cruise ships spend at least two days here.

The Ides of March

On this date in 44 B.C.E., members of the Roman Senate, including Marcus Junius Brutus, Gaius Cassius Longinus, and 60 other co-conspirators, stabbed to death Julius Ceasar. According to the contemporary historian Plutarch, an oracle warned Caesar to be on his guard against a threat to his life on the Ides of March. On his way to the where he would be assassinated, Caesar commented "Well, the Ides of March have come." The oracle replied "Aye, they have come, but they are not gone."

‘Fire and Ice’ Vacations Are the Latest Travel Trend. Here’s How to Plan One

Planning a vacation can be stressful. With limited vacation time and infinite destination options, many prospective travelers bear the burden of making the right choices. Luckily, for those who are admittedly indecisive, a new travel trend could help alleviate some of that pressure.

10 insanely affordable vacations for spring 2019

Need to plan a cheap trip for spring? Consult this list of affordable destinations, which are offering great value to travelers at this time of year. You’ll find plenty of beach-side locations on this list, as well as alternative vacation ideas for a spring break that doesn’t involve the beach.

Norwegian Cruise Line Is Giving Free Cruises to Teachers This Spring

Norwegian Cruise Line is launching a campaign to show its appreciation for educators by giving away free cruises to inspirational teachers. Ahead of Teacher Appreciation Week in May, the cruise line is seeking nominations of educators who are “spreading the joy of learning” in their classrooms.

How to Choose the Right European River Cruise for You

Planning your first European river cruise? Picking a waterway, dates, and budget seem easy enough. Then you find there's an overwhelming choice of boats out there, and with seemingly similar appearances, routes, amenities—even cost. What to do? Read on for our river cruising guide, which will help you learn the distinct personalities and perks of the major river cruise lines, to find the right one for you.

The world’s busiest airport? Yep, it’s still Atlanta…

The “World’s Busiest Airport” title for 2018 will have a familiar ring to it. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is forecast to take that title yet again for 2018, marking the 21st consecutive year that the airport has hosted more passengers than any other airport on the planet.

These are the world's safest airlines

As aviation authorities across the world ground their Boeing 737 Max 8 planes, we look at the safest airlines to fly with. When there's a plane crash, it's big news among media headlines. But there are airlines out there that have never had a fatal plane crash.

Millennium Hotels & Resorts Launches New Loyalty Program

Hospitality group Millennium Hotels & Resorts launched its new My Millennium Guest Reward Program. Within the new program, Millennium Hotels & Resorts has aimed to prioritize simplicity, inclusivity, value, immediacy and access for guests, by implementing a single-tier membership and offering new member privileges

Want a lounge chair by the hotel pool? It may cost you extra

With sunshine and temperatures in the 70s during Thanksgiving weekend in Phoenix, Tom McKnew and his family did what any visitor would do at a luxury desert resort: headed for the pool. The sprawling pool complex at The Phoenician was packed with sunbathers – with one notable exception. McKnew

Travel Insurance 101: What You Need To Know, Like Whether It Covers The Boeing 737 Max Grounding

One of the most confusing decisions travelers need to make before taking any trip is whether to buy insurance. What will it really cover? How much will it cost? Is it worth it? Too many people find the whole thing so overwhelming, they just skip the insurance and end up finding themselves in situations that would have been so much easier and less expensive if they were covered.

Boeing unveils its brand new 777X airplane

The longest passenger jetliner in the world just made its debut. On March 13, the very first Boeing 777X was presented to company employees, inside the airframer's main wide-body manufacturing facility in Everett, Washington. Boeing had planned to unveil the jetliner on Wednesday

Everything you need to know about the cherry blossom in Japan

There’s no better time of year to visit Japan than spring, when its wondrous cherry tree blossoms are in full bloom. The Japanese cherry blossom season is a celebration of beauty and the fleeting nature of life, and it's one of the most beautiful sights you will ever see.

Fascinating Places To Visit In Dubai

With thousands of tourists visiting this city in the United Arab Emirates, the entertainment city of the world, Dubai, needs no introduction. From the iconic shopping places in Dubai to the authentic Arabian souks, impressive beaches, theme parks, and vast deserts. The city surely has something to offer to suit everyone.

Albert Einstein is Born

Time magazine named him the "Person of the Century". He was a physicist, but his name is known by every common laborer, housewife and school child. His last name is synonomous with genius. He is Albert Einstein and he was born on this day in 1879. He was a promising though not particularly outstanding student. He felt that classical methods of teaching were detrimental to creativity. When 16, he recorded a series of insights he had while imagining traveling alongside a beam of light. He had difficulty finding work in physics, and so took a job in the Swiss patent office.

COLLETTE LAUNCHES ST. PATRICK’S DAY SALE: DISCOVER THE EMERALD ISLE FOR LESS!

Pawtucket, RI (March 11, 2019) – Collette, global tour operator, is pleased to announce the launch of their St. Patrick’s Day Sale – clients can save big on air-inclusive tours to Ireland. From March 11-19, guests can purchase air-inclusive tours to Ireland that include $199 round-trip airfare*. Travelers can choose from 7 different tour itineraries and over 80 individual departures. With over 30 eligible air gateways, guests can fly to the Emerald Isle from a host of cities across the U.S.

Women Lead the Charge in Solo Travel

A new survey by OnePoll and Travelex found that nearly one in four travelers prefer traveling alone—a trend being led by financially secure women over 30. The Solo Travel Society on Facebook has more than 225,000 followers, and 63% of them are female. And a recent Booking.com survey found that 65% of Americn women are taking vacations without their partners—something many in the forefront of travel have been seeing on the ground for a while.

Children can learn through travel

As you and your children begin to navigate the planet together, sharing your knowledge, while teaching them to make their own way, will create confidant and compassionate travelers for the future.

Destination Dubai...Playground of Privilege, Glitz and Glamour

Dubai is my kind of town…. “G. L. A. M….O, R, OUS… yeah”….. This was the mantra playing on repeat inside my head compliments of Fergie, inspired mid-flight while indulging on Dom Perignon, Caviar and Blinis. With dreams of one-of-a-kind adventure, gourmet cuisine and five-star accommodations, I stepped off my first-class Emirates flight into the “City of Gold”.

Luxury Tour Operators Expand Into Wellness to Meet New Demand

Luxury tour operators are introducing more wellness-inclusive tours to greet demand as well as attract a new demographic of conscious and health-first Luxury tour operators are introducing more wellness-inclusive tours to greet demand as well as attract a new demographics of conscious and health-first consumers.

Would Tax Law Proposals Kill Travel Agencies in Some States?

Travel advisors in the U.S. states of Connecticut, Utah, and Nebraska are mobilizing for a fight against tax proposals they fear could put travel agencies out of business. In Utah, a tax reform bill that would impose state sales taxes on travel agencies and others who provide professional services is scheduled to be voted on this month by the state legislature.

5 Destinations Art and Design Lovers Will Travel To in April

If you’re planning to travel in April, you’d better be making hotel and restaurant reservations now. Milan will see a massive influx of architects and designers for the Salone del Mobile, and we’ve got the lowdown on where to stay—and where to escape the crowds for a post-event break.

Which European city is the most affordable to visit?

What are your priorities when you're planning a European city break? Good food? Culture galore? Interesting history? More likely than not, you'll also prioritize price when you're considering where to jet off to for a weekend getaway.

The ultimate road trip: Australia's Melbourne to Sydney coastal drive

While it's possible to fly from Melbourne and Sydney in an hour and even drive the 878 kilometers in a (long) day, inland via the Hume Highway, there's a far more captivating way to journey between the Victoria and New South Wales state capitals. Taking a few days to follow the coastal route offers

Carnival Drops Antigua Like A Hot Potato, Again

Carnival Cruise Line suddenly and unexpectedly canceled all future port stops to Antigua, according to the AntiguaNewsRoom today. Carnival’s announcement comes two weeks after Antigua Prime Minister Gaston Browne accused the Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (“FCCA”) of “exploiting the region.”

Disney Cruise Line To Develop Second Bahamas Destination

The Prime Minister of the Bahamas, Dr. Hubert Alexander Minnis, announced that the Bahamian government has signed a Heads of Agreement with Disney Island Development Ltd for a proposed cruise port and entertainment facility at Lighthouse Point, Bannerman Town, South Eleuthera.

Malaysian Government May Close Malaysia Airlines

According to reports, the Malaysian government is weighing up the future of Malaysia Airlines. Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad has said he is considering whether to invest, sell or close the airline following a turbulent few years.

9 New Hotel Brands Entering The D.C. Market

The hospitality scene in the nation's capital is exploding with a host of new brands courting a variety of different visitor types. The District is welcoming everything from ultra luxury hotels typically reserved for New York and Los Angeles, to European hostel-style offerings making their U.S. debut. From the Conrad to Yotel, here are nine hotel brands preparing to open their first D.C. locations.

Barbie-themed hotel suite in Mexico will make all your 'glamping' dreams come true

Girls just want to have fun! In honor of Barbie's 60th birthday, the Hilton Mexico City Santa Fe partnered with Barbie's parent company Mattel to transform one of its guest suites into the ultimate glamorous-camping experience, also known as "glamping."

Passage of the Butler Act

A high school teacher, John Scopes, was charged on May 5, 1925 with teaching evolution. His source was a textbook outlining the theories of Charles Darwin's "On the Origin of Species." The prosecution was led by William Jennings Bryan with Clarence Darrow acting as attorney for Scopes. The trial drew worldwide attention and was later memorialized in the play and subsequent movie "Inherit the Wind." H.L. Mencken, the famous journalist for the Baltimore Sun, coined the name "Scopes Monkey Trial" for the case.

Jekyll Island named a top travel destination

Money magazine has ranked Jekyll Island as the number one U.S. travel destination on its list of “The 20 Best Places to Go in 2019.” The top ranking follows the island’s selection for the second position on a list of “19 best beaches for families and kids,” by NBC-TV’s “Today” program last week.

Best destinations for female solo travellers in 2019

Thanks to a surge in solo travel, there are more ways than ever for female travellers to safely hit the road alone. But if you're having trouble narrowing down a destination, you may want to consider one of these six spots.

NYC Airport Guide: Should You Choose JFK, LaGuardia, or Newark?

You’ve done the impossible: you nabbed cheap airfare to New York City. Now comes the hard part: You have to navigate your way from the airport to wherever you’re staying.

Alentejo wants to be 'wine tourism destination of excellence'

The Alentejo Wine Route oversees the promotion together with a dozen wine tourism units and support of the Regional Tourism Entity (ERT) of Alentejo and Ribatejo. The head of Portugal's Alentejo Regional Winegrowing Commission (CVRA), Francisco Mateus, said that “the event is the most important one in the country regarding tourism.”

4 walking tours worth planning a trip around

If you’ve ever been unsure of where to book your next vacation, maybe you scrolled Instagram for the brightest-hued beaches or asked your friends about their experience at a cool new hotel. But it might be time to look toward the good old-fashioned walking tour, which, according to the Trekk Soft 2018 Travel Trends Report

Important Tips for Cruising With Kids From a Cruise Ship Accident Attorney

More families are taking cruises than ever before according to recent reports from Cruise Lines International Association Inc which shows that demand has gone up 20.5 percent in the last five years.

Princess Cruises Announces New Restaurant for New Cruise Ship

Princess Cruises is adding their first new French restaurant to North American cruise passengers. The debut of La Mer by Three-Michelin Star Chef, Emmanuel Renaut, onboard the cruise line’s next new cruise ship Sky Princess, will arrive in Ft. Lauderdale in December 2019 for an inaugural season of Caribbean cruises.

Cup holders and memory foam seats: How Alaska Airlines is revamping its cabins

The glamour days of plane travel may be long gone, but some airlines are putting a focus back on comfort. Alaska Airlines, which became the nation's fifth-largest carrier after buying out Virgin America, is now unveiling a brand new look with special attention to how passengers experience flying from their seats.

These Tiny Hotel Rooms Are Like First Class Airplane Suites on the Ground

Sometimes all you need is a comfortable bed, a bathroom with a shower, and some privacy. Luckily, the new ZIP hothis link opens in a new tabtelthis link opens in a new tab concept by Premier Inn was designed to satisfy these basic needs — with a flair for design and all of the modern conveniences. And with overnight rates starting £19 (about $25) a night, ZIP is just right for those who travel on a budget, plus an excellent alternative to staying in a hostel.

Here's Why Your Travel Agent Might Be Inviting You To A Party

Chances are when you hear from your travel agent, it might be to see if they can help you with a getaway for your upcoming birthday or to check in after you returned from that vacation trip to Italy they helped you plan to perfection. But that’s changing.

Coca Cola Sold In Bottles

If you believed its press, Coca Cola was a miracle drug, capable of curing all manner of ills including morphine addiction, headaches and impotence. Invented in 1885 in Columbus, Georgia, the drink was first sold in soda fountains in Atlanta in 1886 as a patent medicine for five cents a glass. The syrup was mixed with carbonated water and during its first year sold an average of 9 glasses a day. Frank M. Robinson, the pharmacy's accountant, suggested the name "Coca Cola"...

For Americans, Travel to Europe Will Be Slightly More Complicated

United States citizens wishing to visit or travel to the majority of the European Union nations after January 2021 will have to register online and pay a small fee as part of a new security system intended to screen visa-free travelers. What’s changing? Starting on Jan. 1, 2021, American citizens will have to register online, through the

Slow Travel Through Rural Japan

Slow travel is about connecting with a place. Instead of landing, ticking off a bunch of must-see sights and then leaving just as quickly, slow travel, as the name implies, means taking more time to see less. It's an ecologically and environmentally conscious way to travel, which encourages sustainability and respect for the host nation and

Will Zika return? What pregnant women and others need to know about this frightening disease

Three years after Zika virus first made headlines, and the photos of babies born with disturbingly small heads instilled fear in expectant parents around the world, doctors have learned a great deal about the disease. But while some of Zika's mysteries have been solved, other questions linger. Between 2015 and 2016, thousands of babies

21 Samantha Brown Quotes That Will Inform Your Travel Near and Far

Samantha Brown gets paid to travel the world. She’s been to 62 countries for her job. Brown is a travel host, and when she was recruited by the Travel Channel in 1999, she wasn’t exactly sure what that job entailed. An international travel novice when she began her travel hosting career, Brown learned on the job. Twenty years later

After taking dozens of flights over the last year, I've learned to always carry Aquaphor or Vaseline to fix my biggest flying discomfort

A year ago, I left New York to travel around the world as Business Insider's international correspondent. Over that time, I've visited over 20 countries, taken dozens of flights, and stayed in nearly 100 hotels. Planes are notoriously dry places with humidity lower than the Sahara Desert. I am very sensitive to dry plane air, which often causes me

The Most Beautiful Spas in Rain Forests Around the World

Spas the world over extol the healing powers of nature, and trends like forest bathing have quickly developed global followings. So why is it that when you step into many spas, it feels like you’re entering a sensory deprivation cocoon of hushed hallways, dark relaxation pods, and sterile locker rooms all set to the same soundtrack? Like the

How Public Transportation Shows You the Real Heart of a City

For the most part, I grew up under the ground. I rode the subway for hours at a time, careening from South Brooklyn to the Upper West Side and back again each day — I knew New York best from underneath. On some days I read. On others, I watched the commuters closest to me while they read. On others still, I finished math

Hotel Review: The Ramble Hotel, Denver

To get to the front desk of the 50-room Ramble Hotel, which opened in Denver’s River North Art District (RiNo) last May, guests walk through what amounts to a cocktail jamboree: the first outpost of the bar Death & Co beyond New York City’s East Village. The hotel, owned by Ryan Diggins, 34, a local developer, was generally inspired by the

10 of Europe’s best beach restaurants

The menu, like the decor at this family-run oyster cabin, is stripped back: six grades of oysters, red shrimps with mayonnaise, whelks and country paté, accompanied by baskets of bread, and the choice of either rosé or white wine. That’s it. But the views from the garden and the little wooden jetty are cinematic, stretching over the Bay of

Boat races, shipwrecks and beaches to rival the Maldives – now's the time to discover the Isles of Scilly

If your idea of a gig is an evening out with your favourite band, then think again. In the Isles of Scilly it’s a six-oared rowing boat, designed back in the age of sail when these perilous waters were the crossroads of the world and the Scillonians would race out in their sleek wooden craft with a pilot aboard to guide the tall ships safely

A guide to the San Diego sites that make it unlike any other

Look south, travelers. San Diego, California’s oldest city, turns 250 this year. Its baseball team turns 50. So does the Coronado Bridge, the long span that adds a curvaceous blue flourish to the downtown skyline. Chances are good that you’ve already been to the San Diego Zoo; the Old Globe; the big art, science and aviation museums in

Aurora Expeditions Launches Two New Cruise Itineraries

Aurora Expeditions has launched two brand-new cruise itineraries in response to customer feedback on where they would like to go next. West Greenland Explorer and Iceland Circumnavigation were voted as the top two Aurora Expeditions' itineraries according to almost 1,000 people who participated in the survey. The new itineraries are

How To Take A Cruise For Nearly Free

If you’re an expert in some field, there’s a chance you and your plus one (if you have one) could take a cruise vacation for pennies on the dollar. This is particularly true if you know a cruise port destination inside and out. These are temporary positions that might last a week or two, or sometimes a little longer — the length of your

Best Ski Hotels: Ritz-Carlton Northstar, CA

It’s been such a great winter for skiing that many resorts broke snow records last month and several announced extensions to later than anticipated closing dates, making the ski and snowboard season longer - and better - than ever. I just wrote about this here at Forbes with a roundup of all the deep powder and later closing dates, and one

General MacArthur Leaves the Philippines

It was March 11, 1942. General Douglas MacArthur climbed aboard a gunship in the Philippines under cover of darkness and ran a Japanese blockade. Speaking to the press in Adelaide, Australia, MacArthur told reporters, "I came through and I shall return."

This Teacher Read Every Page of Her Travel Insurance Policy — and a $10,000 Prize Was Hidden in the Fine Print

In school, we are all taught to read the fine print. Or at least read all the way through agreements before signing off. But, as adults, confronted with lines upon lines of text, our eyes glaze over, we assume it’s all just irrelevant legal jargon and we sign away without knowing what exactly we’re signing. But never again — we’ve learned a

I travel for 14 days at a time with just a carry-on suitcase — here's exactly what I pack

Checking luggage just isn't for me. It's partially because I'm opposed to the notion that checking a bag should cost money and partially because I worry about my suitcase getting lost. When I'm in a new place, it really grounds me to have my essentials in tow. And if my suitcase gets lost for the first few days of my travel, I'll spend the trip

These Are the Craziest Roads in the World

There’s nothing like hitting the road, little on the agenda but scoping the sites (and, of course, stopping somewhere for lunch). It’s one of life’s simplest pleasures, and a terrific way to see a location up close. From the dreamy Amalfi coast to Argentina’s mysterious Ruta 40, which runs parallel to the majestic Andes Mountains

The tiny Indian village that banned shoes

As an Indian, I’ve always been comfortable with the notion of bare feet. Over the years, I’ve grown accustomed to slipping out of my shoes before stepping into my own home (to not bring germs indoors with me), when I visit friends and family, or during prayers at Hindu temples. And yet, despite this conditioning, even I was unprepared

Solo travel for women is about freedom, in every sense of the word

“You’re so brave.” Why is it that a woman travelling alone, as I have often done for months at a time, is perceived to be “brave”, whereas men who travel alone are entirely unremarkable? Besides, in my case at least, it’s not true. You are only brave or courageous when you are afraid of something but still do it anyway. I have never been afraid

How Winnipeg became Canada's comeback city

Winnipeg was a city built for great things. Bankrolled by booming fur and wheat traders, there were more millionaires here per capita than New York in the late 1800s. By 1905 it was the fastest growing city of its size, not only in Canada, but in the whole of North America. And by 1911 a whopping 24 train lines converged upon the

Mother accuses Air Canada of telling her to breastfeed baby in the toilet

A woman has accused Air Canada of telling her she would need to breastfeed her baby in the toilet on an upcoming flight. Emergency physician Stephanie VandenBerg tweeted about her encounter with the airline on 3 March, writing: “Dear Air Canada: It is never okay to recommend a woman breastfeed her infant in an airplane

Eaton DC

This stylish hotel with a social justice mission attracts hip young travellers with its artisan design features, new-age wellness programme, and quality drink and dining offerings. Retro furnishings, an impressive library, radio station, political art gallery and cinema add to the unique appeal of this bold concept. Considering the politically

Book It: Four fabulous beach hotels around the world, from island retreats to city resorts

The moment the sea-plane touches down on this tiny island (which measures just 350 x 50m), flip-flops are kicked off and everyone walks around barefoot until they leave. The resort is known for its spectacular house reef – there are over 40 diving sites nearby, and the resort’s diving centre arranges trips. But if you’d rather stay on dry land

Princess Cruises launches new Latin American-themed Caribbean voyages

Princess Cruises has been introducing travelers to the Caribbean's good cigars, good rums and good vibes for decades. This summer, the line is going to try something new: two sailings focusing on Latin American travelers, complete with DJ dance parties, an onboard Spanish-speaking host, shore excursions guided in Spanish, and

Meet the first female captain to launch a cruise ship

“To captain a new ship, to bring her out from the shipyard, is some achievement, regardless of gender,” says Captain Serena Melani, when asked about her new role on Regent Seven Seas’ latest luxury cruise ship, Seven Seas Splendor, which is due to launch in 2020. It earns her the title of the first woman in the cruise industry’s

Spirit unveils new 'Dumbo' airplane at Detroit Metro Airport

It's not exactly a flying elephant, but air travelers will soon get the chance to soar through the skies in the next best thing: A giant "Dumbo"-themed Spirit Airlines jet. The carrier on Wednesday debuted a specially themed Airbus A321 that features a larger-than-life image of Disney's Dumbo. The plane was wrapped with the Dumbo

Evil empire

On March 8, 1983, President Ronald Reagan in a speech to the National Association of Evangelicals in Orlando, Florida first used publicly the phrase "evil empire." In that speech, with reference to the Soviet Union, Reagan said: In your discussions of the

South African Airways Vacations® Launches Refreshed Website With new Features To Plan the African Vacation Of A Lifetime

Fort Lauderdale, FL (March 6, 2019) – South African Airways Vacations® (SAA Vacations®), the leisure division of South African Airways, offering air-inclusive packages throughout Africa, is announcing the launch of their new website www.flysaavacations.com. The completely

How Evita Robinson Is Disrupting the Travel Industry

Ask Evita Robinson why she travels and she’ll tell you: freedom. The three-time expat and veteran solo backpacker has been racking up passport stamps ever since a life-changing trip to Paris following university. In 2011, she founded the Nomadness Travel Tribe, an online community for adventurous travelers of color. What started out as a

Traveling Around Florida? Ditch the Car and Ride the Rails, Says Virgin

Entering the newest train station in Miami is a bit like walking into another world. With natural light streaming through floor-to-ceiling windows, the modern building is bright, sleek and full of thoughtful amenities. Outlets and USB ports are at every seat, free Wi-Fi is available at the entranceway, and the entire structure smells lovely

Seattle's New Airport Is Really Small — and That's 100% the Point

The traditional airport experience is one that most people dread. Traffic, malfunctioning check-in machines, flustered representatives and the cattle-like feel of security don’t often make air travel enjoyable. Until recently, residents of Snohomish County, Washington flew out of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, making the 45

Besotted with Belize: Reasons to visit the Central American gem

Despite its impressive Mayan ruins and inviting climate, bite-sized Belize has long been overshadowed by Mexico and Costa Rica for sun seekers looking for an affordable winter destination. Recently, however, an influx of new hotels and airlines adding nonstop flights to Belize seem to be a clear signal that the country's status as an under

Where you must catch your meal with chopsticks

It’s a sunny July day on a mountainside restaurant terrace on the island of Kyushu, Japan. A polo-shirted, 40-something Japanese businessman, a long-time friend of mine, is holding a clump of somen – thin, white wheat noodles – aloft in one hand, and beaming at me and his two foodie colleagues, who have joined us for this feast

In Malaysia, one of the world's oldest rainforests awaits

In the tropical morning light, Malaysia's Lake Temengor is a glazed expanse of emerald green, deepened by the dense walls of rainforest surrounding it. Skimming across the water in a speedboat, we pass a group of indigenous -- or orang asli ("original people") -- boys playing on a bamboo raft among deadwoods that rise like silhouettes

Cruisers' choice: Best cruise ships of 2019

Viking has conquered the small to mid-sized cruise ship market. Viking Ocean Cruises, which was established in 2015, racked up 10 first-place awards in the 9th annual Cruise Critic Cruisers' Choice Awards on Wednesday. Viking's long-established river cruise line also earned top honors, with Viking Vidar named best for river cruises in a

The Cook Islands Are Looking for a New Name

The Cook Islands are a small slice of paradise located just south of French Polynesia. Everything there — from its white sandy beaches to the crystal blue waters — is perfect. Except for one thing: The name. Residents of The Cook Islands are looking to change the island chain’s name as its current moniker pays homage to Captain James

Vacation Destinations Where You Can Book a Five-star Hotel for Cheap

Five-star hotels are highly desirable — cush beds, top-notch service, extra amenities — but are rarely affordable. The average nightly rate for a five-star hotel on Hipmunkthis link opens in a new tab in 2018 was $431. But as savvy travelers know, the secret to luxury travel for less is finding those lower cost destinations, or visiting popular

Would you want to stay in a space hotel?

It was intended to set the travel world on fire: Aurora Station, the world’s first in-orbit hotel. The official announcement took place last April during the Space 2.0 Conference in San Jose, California. Housed aboard a structure about the size of a large private jet, guests would soar 200 miles above the Earth’s surface, enjoying epic

Emeril Lagasse's First Restaurant at Sea to Debut on Carnival's Mardi Gras Cruise Ship in 2020

Carnival Cruise Line is kicking it up a notch (wink) with the debut of Emeril's Bistro 1396, a Creole restaurant helmed by Chef Emeril Lagasse that's coming to the aptly named Mardi Gras, launching summer 2020. Known by just his first name, Emeril has garnered a reputation for his Cajun cuisine through a series of TV shows and

Cruise Ship Rescues 2 People After Their Plane Crashed in the Caribbean

A cruise ship rescued a pilot and his passenger from the Caribbean after their plane crashed in the sea on Tuesday. Princess Cruises’ Regal Princess was sailing towards St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands when the captain announced that the vessel was changing course to rescue two people stranded off the coast of Grand Turk. The

Central Holidays Releases New 2019 Africa and West Asia Brochure

Moonachie, NJ – (March 6, 2019) – Central Holidays has unveiled its 2019 Africa and West Asia brochure featuring travel programs packed with exclusive experiences to destinations throughout Africa and West Asia, including travel to Eastern and Southern Africa, Israel

Centrav Celebrates Travvy Gold win after Launching New Website

This year is a big year for Centrav, the airline consolidator that sells wholesale air for travel agents. Centrav has earned the prestigious first place Gold in the 2019 Travvy Awards for Best Airline Consolidator AND celebrates their 30th year in business with a

Golda Meir Becomes Israel's Prime Minister

At a time in our history when women are closer to the United States presidency than ever before, it is worthwhile noting great female heads of state from the past. On March 7, 1969, Golda Meir became the Prime Minister of Israel. She was the country's first woman

A pilot ordered pizza for his passengers stranded on the tarmac during a snowstorm

Stranded for hours on a snowy tarmac, passengers on an Air Canada flight were beginning to feel the stress, but their pilot knew the answer: 23 pizzas delivered to the airplane's door. Air Canada Flight 608 left Toronto bound for Halifax, Nova Scotia, on Monday night, but bad weather forced the aircraft to be diverted to Fredericton, New

8 tips for getting work done while traveling

With the world working on a 24/7 clock, the excuse to switch off for those hours spent traveling on a plane for business has gone. In fact, it's become the best time to catch up. As my creative agency Beautiful Destinations grew, the amount of time I spent abroad rapidly increased, which meant opportunities to stop my inbox from

How to Get Clean Water Without Buying Bottled While Traveling

Gone are the days when hikers could just sip from a trickling crystaline stream for refreshment. Whether you’re spending a week in the backcountry or backpacking through Thailand, you’ll want to treat your water to make sure you don’t spend most of your vacation exclusively checking out a new country’s public restroom scene. “I don’t

The 10 best hostels for solo female travel, as voted for by female travellers

Solo female travel is on the rise (Hostelworld report a 45% increase in bookings between 2015-2017), which can only be a good thing. But where are the best places in the world for solo travel? While we've already outlined the safest destinations, Hostelworld have collated the Best Hostels for Solo Female Travellers; a list based on the

The Eater Guide to Taipei

Taiwan is, first and foremost, an island. It’s surrounded by three different seas; boasts unique biodynamics, with its own endemic species of creeping fig and mountain peppercorn; and has nurtured a distinct and vibrant culture, one that melds the influences of all the groups who voyaged to get there — including overlapping periods of

JetBlue Is Getting Closer to Offering Flights to Europe

JetBlue’s first transatlantic destination is likely to be Londonthis link opens in a new tab. In an interview with The Independent, airline CEO Robin Hayes teased information about potential new transatlantic routes from New York Citythis link opens in a new tab and Boston to the English capital. Last year, airline executives began speaking

I've spent nearly 300 nights in hotels and Airbnbs over the past year, and there's a small detail I check to see how clean a room is

A year ago, I left New York to travel around the world as Business Insider's international correspondent. Over that time, I've visited over 20 countries, taken dozens of flights, and stayed in nearly 100 hotels. I am constantly staying in hotels that run the range from ultra-budget to mid-tier to luxury. Depending on the country and the hotel

This Is Why There’s a Plastic Baby in Your King Cake

Fat Tuesday is almost upon us, meaning you’re likely to be served a colorful piece of cake. King cakesthis link opens in a new tab, either purchased or homemade, are the traditional dessert served at a Mardi Gras partythis link opens in a new tab, but you may be wondering why there's a tiny plastic baby hidden in the cake. The tradition

Five Places to Eat in the Dolomites

“The Dolomites have all the greatness of Italy, but transported to the mountains,” says Massimo Bottura, a habitual visitor to his country’s sharp-summited, northern territory in the Alps. The chef of Osteria Francescana in the small north Italian town of Modena, which topped the 2018 World’s 50 Best Restaurants list, Mr. Bottura has little

Four Suitcases Containing Over 1,500 Live Turtles Were Confiscated at an Airport in the Philippines

Authorities in the Philippines deal with Illegal animal trade fairly often, but this week they had a particularly large interception as four suitcases containing 1,529 rare turtles and tortoises were found abandoned at the airport in Manila. Many of the animals were bound using duct tape and wedged among clothing and personal items. Luckily

Bookings Open for Windstar's First Cruises After Major Revitalization

Windstar Cruises is now taking bookings for the inaugural sailings of Star Breeze and Star Legend, after the ships emerge from a $250 million revitalization program. The program will see the stretching, upgrading and re-engining of the line's three Star-class vessels. Star Breeze will be the first ship to emerge from dry dock, kicking off with a

Why Wine Lovers Should Visit This Tiny Town in Rural Washington

If you want to eat some of the best food there is to be had in Walla Walla, Washington, my suggestion is that you head to the Cenex gas station at the corner of West Rose Street and North Ninth. That's not a joke. Chef Andrae Bopp has done stints at world-renowned New York destinations like Bouley and Le Bernardin, but for now, this is

Where to go on holiday in May: from Malawi to the Lake District

From Buddha’s birthday in Nepal to Munich’s lesser-known beer bash, this line-up of fun-filled destinations have more than just fine weather going for them. Here are May’s most enticing travel hotspots. Step aside Tanzania – its smaller, landlocked neighbour has been stealing the spotlight of late, emerging as a hotspot for luxury eco-lodges

'Several' Cruise Passengers Injured After 'Sudden, Extreme' Wind Causes Ship to Tilt

Passengers on a Norwegian Cruise Line ship traveling toward Florida experienced extreme wind Sunday night that caused the ship to tilt to its side, injuring some passengers. The Norwegian Escape encountered “a sudden, extreme gust of wind” estimated at 115 miles per hour, and several passengers were injured as the ship tilted to its

Remember the Alamo

The territory of Texas was in the northern region of Mexico known as Coahuila y Tejas. Rebel forces in Texas wanted independence from Mexico. The Mexican government saw Texas as an important bulwark against the territorial expansion of the United States

Windstar Cruises Opens Bookings on Star Breeze and Star Legend in Advance of ‘Dramatic’ Star Plus Initiative

Seattle, WA, March 5, 2019 — Big things are taking place at Windstar Cruises, known as the premiere small ship cruise line that visits ports, islands and waterways that larger vessels simply can’t access. The biggest news, however is that vacationers can book a

Egyptair Is Expanding!

Washington DC (IAD) to Cairo - Non-stop Boeing 787 Dreamliner. We are so pleased to announce 3 weekly NONSTOP flights from Washington DC, Dulles Airport to Cairo International Airport Starting June 04, 2019.

5 must-have travel apps that you can use with or without cellular data

It’s often when we leave home that we need the help of apps most. But unfortunately, that can end up eating tons of our data, adding to the already exorbitant cost of travel. The good news is that your app store is filled with handy services that don’t require too much data — if at all. The best part? They’ll keep you safe and entertained

Travel Smart! These Savvy Tips Will Make Flying Budget Airlines a Breeze

Budget airlines tend to get a bad rap. The seats can be small and legroom is nonexistent. Some don’t even provide you with water unless you’re willing to pay up. And that’s in addition to all the add-on fees that can be tacked on to your basic fare, including paying for a carry-on bag or selecting your seat. However, if your funds are low or your

The world's longest-running airlines

When we hear that an industry is celebrating its 100th anniversary, images of the industrial revolution might spring to mind, with its coal-powered steam machines, railways and chimneys. But this will soon apply to a sector generally associated with cutting-edge technology and the modern world. October 2019 will mark the 100-year

Mardi Gras: The most fun you'll have with a history lesson

Break out your beads and get in your last bites of king cake -- Mardi Gras is nigh. Mardi Gras is French for Fat Tuesday. It's also called Shrove Tuesday, Carnival Tuesday or Pancake Tuesday, depending on where the celebration is taking place. No matter the name, it's a day of revelry that includes parades, parties and gastronomic indulgence

Female Crew Members No Longer Required to Wear Makeup on Virgin Atlantic Flights

Virgin Atlantic announced Monday that female cabin crew members are no longer required to wear makeup on flights. They will also be provided trousers as an option for their uniforms rather than having to request them. According to Virgin Atlantic, these two changes mark a “significant change” in the airline industry. “We want our

What Raúl de Molina Can’t Travel Without

The television personality Raúl De Molina covers events like the World Cup and the Latin Grammys for Univision, but he’s best known as co-host of the entertainment news show, “El Gordo y La Flaca.” Mr. de Molina and his co-host, Lili Estefan, have been with the show, which has featured guests from Shakira to Hillary Clinton, for 20 years

Travel news, holidays, destinations and information from New Zealand and around the world

What could be better than a tropical island holiday? A bunch of adorable rescue puppies desperate for your attention you can play with on the beach, that's what. And this dream location actually exists. A dog rescue charity called Potcake Place is based on the Caribbean island of Providenciales in the Turks and Caicos Islands, an

From The Amazon To The Nile: Your Guide To River Cruising In 2019

River cruising. It’s been a hot topic in the travel world recently, especially with the average age demographic dropping as cruise brands start targeting younger travelers for their voyages around the world. (According to the Cruise Lines International Association’s 2018 Cruise Travel Report, millennials are choosing to river cruise at a

Viking Ocean Cruises Signs Contract for Two New Ships

Two cruise ships that will feature the industry's "latest available technologies" are on the horizon for Viking Ocean Cruises, according to a press release from the Fincantieri shipbuilding group. Viking Ocean Cruises, which has options to build new ships with Fincantieri through 2027, confirmed it signed a contract for two new ships to be

SpaceX's Crew Dragon Launch Could Make Space Hotels A Reality

With the successful launch and docking of its Crew Dragon spacecraft under its belt – although it still has to stick the landing – SpaceX could soon be launching humans to a number of exciting orbital destinations. And, yes, that includes space hotels. The launch of Crew Dragon on Saturday, March 2 had no crew on board. This was a test

Why Le Pigalle Is The Sexiest Hotel In Paris

There’s a reason Le Pigalle takes its name from the local area, Quartier Pigalle. Nothing about Paris’s illustrious sex district, a popular tourist spot that houses some of the city’s most famous cabarets, including the Moulin Rouge, is PG. The surrounding streets are lined with garishly lit up sex shops and nightclubs, including one opposite the hotel

A New 'Vacation Stylist' Service Delivers Clothes Straight to Your Hotel Room — No Suitcase Necessary

Imagine arriving at your hotel or private villa, swinging open your closet doors, and finding a vacation wardrobe that perfectly befits your location and personal style. This is the idea behind Voyager Clubthis link opens in a new tab, a new full-service travel company that has partnered with retail giant MatchesFashion.comthis link opens in a

The Boston Massacre

Tensions were running high between the colonists and the British soldiers in Boston. King George, fearing war with France, had imposed a series of taxes on the Americans. The colonists, having no representation in London, resented the imposition of the taxes on

Pet-friendly hotels roll out the red carpet

For pet owners, the days of bribing neighbors with wine and chocolates from some far-flung place in return for feeding your pets in your absence are long gone. And this isn't because people are dropping their furry creatures off at a pet "hotel" on their way to the airport. Today, there's a simpler, less expensive and highly enjoyable option

Can airplane seat cameras spy on passengers?

An airplane cabin's not a great place for indulging in "me-time" -- after all, you're crammed into a small space with a lot of strangers -- but you hope you can eat, sleep and relax en route to your destination without fear of being watched. We're not talking about voyeuristic fellow passengers, but an even creepier thought: being scrutinized via

International Women's Day: Carol Lovell, Founder Of STOW, On Inspirational Travel

When Carol Lovell founded STOW back in 2013, she set out to create a leading brand renowned for its luxurious and life-lasting travel accessories. Combining traditional artisan skills with practical storage solutions, that work for the modern-day traveller, the company has become synonymous with the spirit of stylish ‘wander-luxe’. Seen on the

The three destinations that offer a glimpse into the future of travel

Suspended above the canopy of the Sierra Madre range in the Philippines, a giant cobweb connects the treetops. Up here you can practically taste the water evaporating from the hot jungle, while macaque monkeys cackle at the sight of helmeted humans tip-toeing along the web. But this network of ropes, the prime attraction of the Masungi

The 10 Travel Accessories Every Woman Should Have

Once you've finally found the perfect carry-on suitcase , it’s important to consider all of other the necessary items that’ll make your trip as seamless and comfortable as possible. First, you have the organizational accessories: the travel wallet, tech organizer, and jewelry case. Then, there are the toiletries, like travel-sized shower kit and a

A New Cruise Amenity You Should Consider Now

Cruise lines are continually trying to outdo each other with new onboard amenities such as rock climbing walls, zip lines and rollercoasters. But now there's a new option to consider: specialty cruise insurance. At least three travel insurance companies have launched cruise-specific travel insurance policies since the beginning of the year. Their

In Aspen’s Shadow, Snowmass Builds an Identity of Its Own

As the largest of the four ski areas owned by Aspen Skiing Company, Snowmass has always been the crowd-pleaser in terms of terrain among the portfolio, which includes Aspen Mountain in the town of Aspen, 9 miles away, and, between them, Aspen Highlands and Buttermilk. But Snowmass lacked a central base village that was

10 amazing ancient ruins in Britain with great views

From the vantage point of this cliff fort, there are clear views over Cape Cornwall to where the Channel and the Atlantic meet. On a stormy day this is a truly wild place, as the coastal winds batter the shoreline. Kenidjack is a multivallate fort, which means it has more than one rampart. Most of the southern end of the fortifications has

Walking the other way: the Portuguese Camino

I am walking backwards down the Camino de Santiago. What I mean is I’m going against the flow of pilgrims. “Is this right?” I ask my son, Conor, who is with me. “Could it be bad luck?” I am learning a number of things about being on a pilgrimage route: one is that you become superstitious, even obsessive. On this occasion, our first day

Everything you need to know about air travel after Brexit

The UK is set to leave the European Union on 29 March 2019. Brexit has profound implications for travellers. This is the latest on what we know, what we think we know and what we still don’t know. Next up: flights. Could some flights between the UK and European Union be grounded in the event of a no-deal Brexit? Unlikely. The latest

MSC Cruises and Godmother Sophia Loren Officially Christen MSC Bellissima in Southampton

Despite Storm Freya's best efforts to disrupt the party, Sophia Loren officially named MSC Bellissima in Southampton this evening -- marking the largest ship launch to ever take place in the port. The event was being held in a marquee next to the ship, but high winds forced guests back onboard to finish off the ceremony. Held at

How to explore the staggering national park that stars in Free Solo

There is an especially unnerving moment in the newly Oscar-anointed documentary Free Solo where the extent of the task facing the climber Alex Honnold becomes apparent. But, contrary to what you might expect, it is not one of the many beautifully crafted sequences where the viewer gazes down from above as the film's (almost literally)

American Cruise Lines Celebrates the Start of the 2019 Cruise Season in New Orleans with Mardi Gras Pre-Cruise Fun

GUILFORD, CT—March 1, 2019— American Cruise Lines is pleased to announce that on Fat Tuesday (March 5th) with Mardi Gras in full swing, Queen of the Mississippi, its 150-passenger paddlewheeler will depart amidst annual festivities from Port New Orleans

Founding of AAA

It was 1902 and automobiles were quickly becoming the vehicle of choice. Road conditions, however, were deplorable. The relatively small number of drivers had to fight for the right to even use some roads in favor of horse drawn carriages. Small groups of

How To Travel Like Marie Kondo

The KonMari method goes far beyond weeding through the stuff that takes residence within the four walls of our homes. In fact, you can apply the method to just about anything. So how does one travel like Marie Kondo? Folding methods aside, this article is meant to both provide insight on gear that keeps your belongings super

8 Pieces of Colorful Luggage That'll Make You Want to Travel More

It wasn't too long ago that baggage carousels were filled with bulky suitcases in black and brown, and the only way to tell your bag apart was to secure it with a bright ribbon. Now, companies new and old, like Away and Tumi, have begun a bona fide renaissance of colorful luggage, making simple, hard-shell suitcases in bright, bold colors

48 hours in... Grenada, an insider guide to the sun-soaked Spice Isle

If you're after a week or two on a laid-back tropical island, Grenada may well be just the place you're looking for. For starters, it has a number of gorgeous, soft-sand beaches. Added to which it's incredibly scenic, with a mountainous and lush interior, and in hilly St George's you'll find one of the region's most attractive capitals. Nearly

Athens' bizarre underground phenomenon

Just 40km north of Athens lies a vast cave where visitors have reported water dripping upwards, ghostly voices, electronics going out of control, glowing orbs and more. Dimitrios Makridopoulos has always been fascinated by the preternatural. Devouring books about occult phenomena from childhood to adulthood, he soon became curious

How to Celebrate Holi, the Festival of Colors, From India to the U.S.

Partaking in the annual Holi Festival is the most fun I had as a kid. Holi is a Hindu festival of colors, celebrated once a year in March. And growing up in a Hindu household, I absolutely loved the spectacle that came along with celebrating Holi. One of the most remarkable things about the Indian color festival is how enthusiastic and care

Which London Airport to Fly Into Based on Your Travel Plans

London is a city known for its diversity — in people, in food, in neighborhoods. And even in airports. If you’re flying to, from, or through the English capital, you will be spoiled for choice when deciding where your plane will take off or land. There are six different airports that service the city. But none of them are the same. Most people will know

Air space closure over Pakistan causes travel chaos

A temporary closure of air space over Pakistan snarled air traffic Thursday, especially between Asia and Europe, though some airlines adjusted by rerouting their flights. In Bangkok, an important and busy hub for transcontinental flights, thousands of travelers were stranded. The closure of a main route for many flights to the

Ski touring: Val Thorens without a chairlift

Traditional downhill skiing may be all glitz and glamour, but the biggest growth area in winter sports at the moment requires a certain amount of hard graft and is as likely to have you dripping with sweat as swooping elegantly downhill. Ski touring, or ski de randonnée as it’s known in France, involves forsaking ski lifts and hiking up the

A Southern Town That’s Been Holding On to Its Charm, for More Than a Century

A group of populist reformers from up north arrived in Alabama in November 1894 with a radical plan. Their mission: to establish an experimental utopian community inspired by the economist Henry George, whose wildly popular book, “Progress and Poverty,” influenced readers around the world in search of more equitable societies. In

Disney Cruise Line Returns to Greece Summer 2020 After 5-Year Hiatus

Disney Cruise Line will call on five ports in Greece during three special Mediterranean voyages departing from Rome in summer 2020. The sailings mark the first time in five years a Disney cruise ship has stopped in Greece. Next summer, one 12-night and two nine-night cruises aboard Disney Magic will call on Greek ports including

Stuck on a plane: American, Delta fined for lengthy tarmac delays

The U.S. Department of Transportation on Thursday fined American Airlines $1 million and Delta Air Lines $750,000 for lengthy tarmac delays over the past few years. Airlines are required to allow passengers at U.S. airports to deplane after a plane has been sitting on the tarmac for three hours for domestic flights and four hours on

Why You Should Splurge on These Cruise 'Extras'

We get it: Ocean cruising with 5,000 of your nearest and dearest friends isn’t everyone’s cup of tea. But what if we said there’s a way to transform your cruise so it doesn’t feel like a floating mega-resort? The key is to splurge for upgrades to get a more bespoke, boutique vacation. For many travelers, part of the allure of an ocean cruise is its

The Best Hotel Brands For Dog Owners

I recently covered how dog owners could leave Fido (or in my case, Hopi) in good, personalized care while traveling abroad. For those who don’t have a dogsitter lined up, want a companion, or just consider their dog a family member, there are now thousands of hotels, and even entire chains, which allow, welcome, and, in some

Yellowstone National Park

The world's first national park came into existence on this date in 1872, when US President Ulysses S. Grant signed into law an act establishing Yellowstone National Park. The park is located largely in the state of Wyoming, but extends into Montana and Idaho

Why Does Business Travel Make Some Of Us Strangely Productive?

For some reason, when hopping between trains, planes and automobiles, I work with a laser-focus and an intensity that simply cannot be replicated in an office environment. Although many business travelers would argue productivity takes a backseat when you’re in transit, particularly when jet lag is a factor, I find that I’m unusually productive. Does moving from A

The world's most magical frozen landscapes

When the powerful waters of Niagara Falls appeared to freeze over a few weeks ago in January, it both dazzled and mystified the Internet. This beautiful wintry phenomenon attracts major attention even though it seems to happen every other year. Each time, science-minded reporters and officials love to point out that Niagara Falls can't ever freeze completely. In fact, it

36 Hours in Ghent

Bruges! Everyone who travels to the Flemish-speaking part of Belgium rushes directly to that fabled city, with its medieval core, canals and moules frites. But less than 30 miles to the east, the less-visited city of Ghent packs in every one of those appeals and much else. Politically to the left, eco-friendly and a touch bohemian, the city has its own scenic waterways

The Utah Ski Destination You'll Want to Visit Next

More than 30 years ago, my parents brought me to Alta, Utah, for a family vacation. Whether their motivation was teaching me to ski or enjoying a couple of days while their kids were in ski school (the most likely scenario), I continue to thank them for making the introduction. Alta is a relatively small and less flashy ski town compared to those you traditionally hear about

The yum cha rules you need to know

As a born and bred Hong-Konger, going to yum cha with my family every Sunday is an important tradition that has lasted many generations. Here, stories old and new are recounted over a table full of bamboo baskets that hold a variety of dim sum – small bites that encompass everything from delicately translucent prawn dumplings and silky rice rolls to molten lava custard

4 Reasons This Magical Place Should Be on Your Wellness Travel Wish-List

Everyone hears the magical stories about Havana with its cobblestone streets, vintage cars, and colorful medley of buildings; the city is truly intoxicating. But, next time you visit Cuba, Havana shouldn’t be your primary destination. There is so much more to explore than what meets the eye, and there’s another secret spot you need to add to your 2019 list of places you

Are passengers to blame for poor airline service?

Why are airline seats the lone products on the market that consumers are faulted for comparison shopping for the best price? Only with airlines are shoppers badgered over their choices in this oddest form of corporate victim-shaming. Last week, I bought a half-gallon of 1 percent milk. The grocery store offered four choices, ranging from a premium brand at $3.99 to the

Southwest Airlines finally gets FAA approval to fly to Hawaii

A Southwest Airlines jet leaves Midway Airport on January 25, 2018 in Chicago, Illinois. Southwest Airlines is finally on its way to Hawaii. The Federal Aviation Administration on Wednesday approved the low-cost carrier to fly to the islands from the West Coast, Southwest said. The airline, which will service Hawaii from several cities in California, will announce when it will start

Just Back From Navigator of the Seas: First Impressions After a $115 Million Makeover

For anyone seeking a quick, tropical getaway out of Miami, there's a new ship in town. Well, technically speaking, Royal Caribbean's Navigator of the Seas is not a new ship. It certainly feels that way, though, after a $115 million refurbishment that completely transformed the top deck and introduced a slew of new activities, bars and restaurants. On a two-night

Introducing the world's newest cruise ship – does MSC Bellissima live up to its name?

MSC Cruises will be hoping the Bellissima will live up to its name (which means “possessing intense beauty, delighting the senses”) when it launches on March 1. The 5,686-passenger ship will christened by cinema legend Sophia Loren on March 2 in Southampton, with TV presenter Holly Willoughby, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee and three-time Grammy Award

Oregon Wine Country's Most Beloved Hotel Celebrates Its Tenth Anniversary

When it comes to first-rate wine (particularly Pinot Noir) and cuisine, Oregon’s Willamette Valley is one the most beloved destinations in the country. But that wasn’t always the case. “Back in the 1990s, there were only 70 or so wineries here,” says Pierre Zreik, general manager of The Allison Inn & Spa in Newberg. “People would only visit for one day. But now, there’s over

'Emotional support' pit bull mauled 5-year-old girl at Portland airport gate, lawsuit states

Alaska Airlines is being sued after after a 5-year-old girl's family says she was mauled by a pit bull at the airline's gate in Portland back in 2017. The Port of Portland and the owner of the dog are also named in the $1.1 million suit, which was filed on Monday. The lawsuit states Gabriella Gonzalez, was waiting with her family for a flight on Dec. 18, 2017, when Michelle

The Republican Party is Born

On this day in 1854, a group of former Democrats, Free Soilers and other abolitionists, about 50 slavery opponents in all, met in Ripon, Wisconsin, to call for creation of a new political party. The American Civil War was still more than six years away, but slavery was on everyone's mind. The US

Travel Like A Girl Boss: 13 Trips Led By Successful Women Founders

Want to experience travel in a more meaningful and authentic way? A number of female-owned travel companies are running founder-led trips to the world’s most amazing destinations. Some of these trips are led by women who are inviting travelers to the places they grew up. These journeys offer an intimate homecoming experience, providing the opportunity to go beyond

The world's best beach for 2019 revealed

It's time to shake the sand out of the golden envelope for a fresh set of awards -- TripAdvisor has announced its best beaches in the world for 2019. Ranked by traveler reviews and ratings, the list is made up of 25 idyllic spots in the likes of Aruba, Cuba, Turks and Caicos and Spain. But it's a secluded beach off the coast of Brazil that comes out on top in the TripAdvisor

Is this the best airport in the United States?

It wasn't very long ago that the The Points Guy, an American travel website with an aviation focus, reported a rat infestation at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, thanks to both growth in airport construction projects as well as an increase in passengers. Washington state's largest city, Seattle sees a lot of visitors each year and is one of the fastest-growing cities in

The Spanish town celebrating New Year's Eve in August

The streets are brightly lit with holiday decorations, mounds of grapes standing at the ready to accommodate the Spanish tradition of eating 12 grapes at the stroke of midnight to ensure good luck. As the minutes tick past, the small town of Bérchules prepares to ring in the New Year. Only it isn’t 31 December. It’s the first weekend of August. In the grand scheme of

How to Become a ‘Digital Nomad’

More than 4.8 million American independent workers describe themselves as digital nomads: extended travelers who work remotely with the help of digital tools like a laptop or smartphone, according to a report by MBO partners, a work force management company. “It was amazing to have the flexibility to build a temporary home anywhere in the world — as long as

The 13 Best Travel Accessories for Men

Traveling can be a real pain if you’re unprepared. Loose travel documents and tangled tech chords will create unnecessary panic. A stiff neck from an uncomfortable sleep on the plane (that also had a screaming baby nearby) will get your trip off to an exhausting start. But all frequent fliers know that traveling smart requires an arsenal of top-notch gear. From grooming and

Travel Show Marketing Group Launches European Travel Agent Forum

(Boston, MA – February 26, 2019) Travel Show Marketing Group (TravelSMG) an independent event organizer which caters to the North American travel agents and global travel supplier communities has announced the launch of the European Travel Agent Forum (ETAF), set to take

48 hours in... Bruges, an insider guide to Belgium's city on water

Little Bruges, the perfect pocket-sized medieval city, was a Sleeping Beauty. Laced with canals, it was one of the great North European trading ports in late medieval times. The magnificently detailed paintings of its artists, such as Jan van Eyck and Hans Memling, record its wealth in clothing, jewellery and ornament. Then it fell rapidly into decline and slept until

An Amtrak Train Was Stranded in Oregon for 36 Hours With All 183 People on Board

Update: Feb. 26, 1 p.m. EST: After being stranded for 36 hours, the Amtrak train is finally moving again, CNN reported. A Union Pacific locomotive is pulling the train back toward Eugene, according to Tim McMahan, spokesman for Union Pacific. "UP crews worked overnight to clear the tracks," he added to CNN in an e-mail. On Sunday evening, an Amtrak train suddenly

Cask masters: A craft-beer enthusiast’s guide to Manchester

Beer fans will head to Manchester for Cloudwater’s first Friends & Family festival, from 1-2 March, which is putting the spotlight on a city where craft-beer tourism is booming. And aside from the festival, each weekend visitors can tour a walkable collection of brew-taps and brewery-owned city-centre bars – and drink some of Britain’s best beer. Here is your essential

Revamped Norwegian Joy Cruise Ship to Feature Musical 'Footloose' Among Entertainment Options

Norwegian Joy will relaunch in May 2019 after a $50 million renovation, featuring an entertainment lineup that includes the sea debut of Tony Award-nominated musical "Footloose," as well as cruise line favorites "Elements," an aerial acrobatics show, and "Wine Lovers: The Musical," billed as "the world's first wine tasting musical production." "Footloose" is based on the

30 Places in the US You Should Visit Before You Turn 30

Your 20s are a time to get out and explore new cultures, but don't forget to take advantage of the diverse destinations right here in the United States. Even if it's a quick weekend trip, it will feed that desire of wanderlust in just a few hours by simply hopping on a train or taking a road trip. From big popular cities to laid-back coastlines, the United States is made up of so

Why This Luxury London Hotel Needs To Be On Your Spring Bucket List

From pubs to parks, royal history and beyond, London is always brilliant and beckoning. But, come spring when the city’s green spaces bloom and temps start to thaw—this is the season to fancy a visit. And the place to get the royal treatment is The Langham, London, a circa 1865 ultra-posh, 380-room haven at the urban pulse. Here’s why it delivers the ultimate

Would You Stay in a Hotel Room That Cleans Itself?

When it comes to hotels, smart technology just keeps getting smarter. As if digital room keys and concierge robots aren't edgy enough, we keep hearing news of rooms that can anticipate your needs and rooms that can drive you to the airport (yes, really). And now, thanks to Copenhagen's newly opened Hotel Ottilia, you can stay in a hotel room that cleans itself. Housed

New river cruise ships to set sail in 2020

As APT prepares to launch the super-sized AmaMagna on the Danube in May, its sister company Travelmarvel has ordered three new river ships. The first is due to set sail in April 2020 and its fleet mates will follow in April 2021. Travelmarvel is a more budget-friendly premium line than APT. It has three ships in its European fleet – Jewel, Diamond and Sapphire – and

The Reichstag Fire

Marinus van der Lubbe, a former Communist party member in Berlin, decided to strike a blow for the working man. He was most likely acting on his own. With a torch in hand, he set fire to the Reichstag Building, the assembly location of the German Parliament. His act of arson was intended

The Complete Guide to Family Travel

Ask any new parent at 3 a.m.—that godawful hour when logic abandons us, everything is its bleakest, and a three-month-old’s cry could mean anything from “I’m hungry” to “I’m tired of being wrapped like a mummy”—if they plan on going on vacation ever again, and the reply is an immediate, resounding hell no. How can you travel when you're so tired you can

8 Hacks To Use Your Travel Miles To Get A Free Flight

Traveling is an amazing experience, but unfortunately, it's not one everyone feels is accessible to them. That's mainly because of the price that comes with jetting across the ocean. Even if you manage to find an amazing hotel rate or an itinerary that doesn't cost much, it's the airfare that usually gets you. Between expensive rates for even the most basic of tickets to the

The Best Toiletry Bags, According to Travel Editors

We’ve likely all been there: the dreaded moment when you realize your face wash, shampoo, favorite serum, nail polish, etc. has fully exploded in your suitcase, leaving permanent damage on clothing and valuables. It’s the absolute worst. We’re here to tell you: there is a solution to this terrible problem. While it may be small in stature, the humble toiletry bag is perhaps one

The Middle East's hottest new museum

On the edge of the Doha Corniche, a 40,000-square-meter "desert rose" is about to bloom. It's been delayed by more than two years, but the new National Museum of Qatar will finally open on March 28 and is another stunning new architectural highlight along Doha's already spectacular waterfront. Designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Jean Nouvel, who was also

The Art Of Travel: Viking Cruises Continues To Champion Culture

As well as its innovative sea and river voyages around the world, Viking Cruises is also renowned for its continual support of the arts. Following on from last year’s sponsorship of the V&A’s major Ocean Liners: Speed & Style exhibition, this year, the cruise line is working alongside the British Museum on the anticipated Edvard Munch: Love and Angst exhibition, which will

Worldwide Woman: Bonang Matheba Dishes On How Travel Helps Her Conquer The World

One of South Africa’s reigning media stars—and globe-trotters—is 31-year-old Bonang Matheba. Affectionately called Queen B by her fans, Matheba broke out when she started hosting the popular music show LIVE in 2007. She went on to become an entrepreneur and a star of her own reality series, Being Bonang, on the 1Magic channel, which earned her a spot on the

Southwest Accuses Mechanics of Deliberately Causing Flight Cancellations and Delays

After a slew of cancellations and delays over the past week, Southwest Airlines is pointing the finger at a number of union mechanics. The airline suspects a small group of about 100 mechanics of deliberately orchestrating an effort to effectively slow operations, according to CBS News. An investigation by Southwest reveals that more than 60 Southwest 737s were

America Has a New National Park — Take a Look Inside

Indiana has a new national park. Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore was officially renamed Indiana Dunes National Park in mid-February, and it is now the 61st U.S. national park. The park encompasses 15 miles of the Lake Michigan shoreline and 15,000 acres of beaches, woods, prairies, and marshes. The varying landscapes within the park and its soaring dunes provide

Costa Rica's best animal encounters: Face-to-face with sloths, monkeys and more

There are a handful of destinations around the world where the prospect of animal interaction is central to a visit. Costa Rica is one of them. Each time I’ve visited Costa Rica I’ve taken home memories of animal encounters, from coming upon a sloth dangling from a limb in Manuel Antonio National Park, to peering eye-to-eye with a howler monkey in the rainforest canopy

The forgotten Swede who made the Grand Canyon famous

In mid-afternoon at the South Rim, it was hard to believe that Americans once had to be encouraged to visit the Grand Canyon. Daytrippers, fresh off the train after a two-hour journey from Williams, pouted at the end of selfie sticks; hikers sweated the last yards up the Bright Angel Trail; diners in the El Tovar Hotel gazed through the windows over the crumbs of

A local’s guide to Lille: 10 top tips

Smack in the middle of Lille’s main square, La Vieille Bourse is its former stock exchange, probably the most beautiful building in the city, dating from 1652. Walk into the open courtyard to discover book stalls, chess players, street musicians and, on summer Sunday evenings, tango dancing. There are eight permanent bouquinistes, booksellers who since 1982 display

Couple says cruise ship abandoned them in Mexico during medical emergency

A New Jersey couple accuses a cruise line of abandoning them in Mexico during a medical emergency. Carol and Bertram Palk claim they were told to get off Royal Caribbean's Allure of the Seas because the medical staff couldn't treat Carol's internal bleeding. They paid thousands of dollars to return to the U.S. on their own. The couple has been on more than a dozen

Hotel accused of "period shaming" after it shares pictures of blood-stained sheets on Facebook

A hotel in Australia has been criticised for “period shaming” after it shared pictures of blood-stained sheets and towels on social media along with the hashtag “disgusting” and the caption “it must be Shark Week”. The Quest Palmerston in the Northern Territory posted four photos on Facebook last week, writing: “What an interesting week…it must be Shark Week

Why Portland's Hotel (And Dining) Scene Is Hotter Than Ever

No longer drab places for lonely business travelers, flabby club sandwiches, and watered-down martinis, hotel restaurants, in the past few years, have transformed into bonafide dining destinations. And Portland, Oregon, in particular, has experienced a recent uptick in sleek properties with equally hip restaurants to match. Here, three newly-opened spots where the scene is

The Grand Canyon becomes a National Park

In 1908 President Theodore Roosevelt signed legislation giving the Grand Canyon status as a National Monument. On February 26th, 1919, by an act of the United States Congress, Grand Canyon National Monument became Grand Canyon National Park. Today, the Grand Canyon

Foreign Travel To The U.S. May Not Be Off As Much As Previously Thought But There's Room For Growth

Travelers from the five nations that produce 65 percent of all foreign travelers to the United States appear to be growing tired of the same ol’ tourist experience when they visit here. Yet two-thirds of those same foreign visitors aren’t familiar with any major U.S. tourist attractions beyond Disneyworld, Disneyland and the Statue of Liberty

National Geographic And G Adventures Announce New Family Travel Program

February 21, 2019 (BOSTON/ WASHINGTON D.C.) -- Today, G Adventures and National Geographic Expeditions announced a strengthening of their partnership with the launch of National Geographic Family Journeys with G Adventures. The new program of 12 trips goes

Aomori, Japan: World's snowiest city?

Twenty-one feet of snow -- enough to bury a two-story house. And then some. That's how much snow fell last year in Aomori City, in the northern Tohoku region of Japan. But it was just another winter in this coastal city that's home to nearly 300,000 people. Every year, this northern prefectural capital is pummeled by heavy blizzards and ice storms

What it's really like to fly as a wheelchair user

Fear of flying is far from unusual, but I struggle with the lesser-known fear of flying logistics. It's common knowledge among wheelchair users that there's more to successful completion of a safe, comfortable flight than taking off smoothly and reaching a destination without incident. As a wheelchair user who frequently travels for both work and

From security to delays, flying is stressful. Here’s how to de-stress at the airport

The next time you feel stressed out at the airport, look up. If you’re lucky, you’ll see painted clouds, or a wall of vines and orchids, and you’ll hear the sounds of songbirds. If you do, it means you’re flying out of Terminal 2 at Oakland International Airport. That’s where Kaiser Permanente, together with the airport and the terminal’s tenant, Southwest

A 2,000-year-old biblical treasure

Jerusalem’s Terra Sancta Museum, which displays ancient artefacts excavated by the Franciscan order over the past 100 years, offers insight into life in the Holy Land. Inside the new archaeological wing of Jerusalem’s Terra Sancta Museum, a hallway leads visitors past a deep water cistern, then becomes a bridge as it passes over an even deeper

No-deal Brexit: should you buy your holiday money now?

As parents wearily prepare to get the children back to school and face returning to the office after the half-term break, thoughts will inevitably turn to the next holiday … Easter. But for those hoping to get away for a week or two in the sun either then or during the summer, the prospect of a no-deal in Britain’s departure from the European Union could

Couple sell their house and quit their day jobs to travel 80,000 miles

A British couple sold their home, quit their jobs and packed up their belongings to go on a four-year 80,000 mile motorbike adventure across the globe. Lisa Morris, 38, and Jason Spafford, 49, travelled through 21 countries on the trip of a lifetime from the southernmost tip of Argentina to the top of Alaska. The couple, from Nottingham, grew tired

Beaches Negril Is A One-Stop Shop For All-Inclusive Family Travel To Jamaica

There are two ways to travel with kids: DIY and all-inclusive. While both have their merits, the all-inclusive route should certainly be considered when traveling to a country that has a hospitality track record of meeting all your needs in one place, especially where adult sanity is concerned. Beaches Negril is one such place on the island of Jamaica

Spring Breaks: 7 of the best places to travel in Ireland and overseas

Not to hot, not too cold, and bursting with cherry blossoms, tulips, daffodils and orchids… spring can be a beautiful time to travel. Japan is the ultimate cherry blossom destination, with the first blooms appear in the south in January, and slowly spread north as the weather warms. The ‘advancing front’ is eagerly mapped by media, and Kyoto is the

The Benefits Of Couples Traveling Independently

As I pushed the shopping cart through Target, my young toddler delighted shoppers with an alternating melody of screeches and whines. Even my tween daughter, who is best at distracting her little brother, gave up and walked several paces ahead. I mentally noted the days until my boyfriend would be home from his trip abroad and later

Our Editors’ Picks of the Best New Hotels in the World

Every year, Travel + Leisure's editors reach out to our network of hospitality professionals, trusted writers, and hotel addicts in search of the finest new (and newly reimagined) properties around the globe. We then log tens of thousands of miles, checking in to dozens of them, from far-flung islands to mountain lodges (and this year, for our

New Alaskan Expedition Cruises From Hurtigruten

For sophisticated travelers, an Alaska cruise presents a classic travel conundrum. The magnificent fjords, glaciers and small coastal towns beckon, along with the possibilities of abundant wildlife sightings of brown bears and whales. On the other hand, setting sail with several thousand other passengers in a large cruise ship with multiple restaurants

Shore bets for brushes with royalty and a sacred secret – the best river cruise excursions

Let’s face it, given the chance, most of us don’t shy from peeking into worlds that are far removed from our own. Many river cruises in Europe sail great waterways that flow through once-mighty empires filled with lavish palaces and chateaux – and one of the best ways to experience the historical legacy of emperors, empresses, counts and

Navigating The Future Of Caribbean Vacations

It's estimated that in 2017 Americans let more than 700 million vacation days slip through their fingers. Some believe those wasted opportunities led to more travel resolutions last year and this. If so, the additional self-promises will be matched by additional new luxe destinations in one of Americans' favorite fun spots, the Caribbean. A case in point

Sir Christopher Wren Dies

Today marks the anniversary of the death of the greatest English architect of all time, Sir Christopher Wren, who designed St. Paul's Cathedral as well as over 50 other churches in London. He was a founder of the Royal Society, and its first president. At Cambridge, he

Five Essential Chic New Pieces Of Travel Clothing

I try to travel with hand luggage whenever possible so I'm always on the lookout for clothes that are both chic and practical; they don't wrinkle and are comfortable for travelling. If the objective is to pack light, a few key pieces for business and pleasure can make life a lot easier while travelling and at the destination. Here are five of my recent acquisitions, one of which

Here’s What Flight Attendants Want You to Know About Their Job

A flight attendant is there to make your flight safe and comfortable (emphasis on the safe). But there are a few things they wish every passenger knew to help them help you. First and foremost: flight attendants do not have a stash of medication in the galley for when passengers start to feel sick. While there is always a first aid kit on board, airline regulations stipulate that

Engine test cell: Welcome to the 'temple of thrust'

Delta Air Lines opened what's billed as the largest facility of its kind Thursday, adding a key layer to safe and reliable air travel. The airline's new multimillion-dollar "engine test cell" building -- located at its Atlanta global headquarters -- centers around a gigantic testing room that helps technicians maintain the powerful machines that push airplanes through the air, carrying

What Spring Breakers Need to Know About the U.S. Government's Mexico Travel Advisory

Following several deadly clashes in Cancun, Mexico, the United States government is warning college students around the country to take extra precautions while traveling this spring break. In November, the State Department issued a level 2 advisory for travel to the entire country of Mexico due to what it called an “increase in crime.” “Exercise increased caution in

Was this the US' first film town?

A famous black-and-white image from the early days of film shows actress Pearl White looking coyly to her side while three men – one standing beside a movie camera, the others closer to the ground behind the actress – are setting up a scene on a precarious cliff above a distant body of water. The now-iconic still is from White’s 1918 film serial The House of Hate, a nail

China's street-dancing stilt walkers risk safety in exchange for thrills

When Liu Guoliang puts on his makeup and straps on his stilts, he's participating in a Chinese tradition that's been in existence for centuries, if not millennia. There are many different origin stories for stilt walking in China, and historical references dating as far back as 5 BCE. In northern Hebei province, the legend goes that hundreds of years ago a flash flood struck, threatening

Top beach resorts around Da Nang, Vietnam (photos)

Just a one-hour flight south of Hanoi, Da Nang offers easy access to the UNESCO-listed Hoi An Ancient Town, addictive banh mi and some of the best beaches in Vietnam. The InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort features 201 pavilion-like hotel rooms and villas scattered throughout the forested hillsides

This New 4,000 Mile Trail Will Let People Bike From Coast to Coast on One Seamless Path

Grab your helmet and set out for the great outdoors. But instead of opting for a classic summer road trip, you’ll soon be able to try out something a little more challenging — like biking across the mainland United States. And soon it’s going to be easier than ever. According to Lonely Planet, the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy (RTC) has announced a cross-country, multi-use trail

48 hours in . . . Prague, an insider guide to the Golden City

Prague offers so much more than alluring architecture, abundant brews and an inherently romantic atmosphere. The city has kept up with European trends in the realms of art, fashion, gastronomy and more, lending it a contemporary sheen that merges comfortably with its historical and architectural prowess. Indeed, as you browse the wealth of impressive Gothic

Escapes: You're stressed? Mérida, Mexico, can fix that

Where do you go when you want to turn life’s noise down a notch? Margo Pfeiff, a frequent and longtime contributor to the Travel section, found that Mérida, Mexico, was a respite from life’s cacophony. Safety was a priority for Pfeiff, who was traveling alone. She likes Yucatecan cuisine and, she said in an email, “I also know that an old colonial center could keep me

Mollie’s Motel and Diner: Oxfordshire – hotel review

This bid to revive UK roadside stays – by the Soho House chain – offers a smart take on the classic US motel but with swish rooms and quality food. The words “motel and diner” conjure up many images – US highways, neon, palm trees, Edward Hopper, cherry pie and coffee refills – but rarely rural Oxfordshire. Yet here I am, turning off an A road near the pretty village

Norwegian Cruise Line to Roll Out New Beverage Package, Modify Existing Package

Beginning in March 2019, cruisers booked on any Norwegian Cruise Line ship will be able to purchase a new beverage package catering to those who prefer top-shelf liquor and a wider selection of wine, beer, cocktails and soft drinks. The Premium Plus Beverage Package -- now available on select ships as part of a pilot program -- will cover all drinks by the glass

Why There are More Female Cruise Ship Captains Than Ever

Kate McCue was walking along a beach on the Caribbean island of St. Maarten last June when an attendant asked if she was heading back to one of the cruise ships docked there for the day. Wearing a pair of mirrored aviator sunglasses and a sundress over a swimsuit, McCue certainly looked the part of the relaxed vacationer. She replied, however, that she worked

Royal Caribbean Navigator of the Seas revamp features longest water slide at sea

Move over Disney, Royal Caribbean is stealing your water slide thunder. At 800 feet long, a slide called The Blaster that is one of two new slides on Royal Caribbean Navigator of the Seas will become the longest water coaster in the industry. There aren’t that many cruise ship water coasters (a water slide roller coaster), but Disney Cruise Line has had the longest on both its

The United States Purchases Florida

Spain was losing its grip on its New World territories. Years of war and tension with England and France had left the Spanish empire without the means to firmly control its colonies. General Andrew Jackson, while fighting the First Seminole Wars against Native Americans in Georgia, had

Winter storm closes schools, halts travel across Midwest and East Coast

A sprawling storm dumped several inches of snow from the Midwest to the East Coast and deluged the South with rain Wednesday as it closed schools, snarled air travel and littered highways with crashes. Only a few inches of snow fell along the Interstate 95 corridor from New York to Washington, but it was enough to put a scare into an area that has seen little of it this

Five-star concierges share their wildest stories

When a Qatari sheikh asked a concierge at the Raffles Dubai hotel to deliver a present to his wife, the concierge nodded. "Of course, sir. What gift?" A Rolls Royce Ghost, the latest model, the sheikh replied. To be delivered to Qatar by the following evening. The year was 2012. Harold Abonitalla, now chief concierge of Habtoor Palace, considers this his most challenging

'Extinct' Galapagos tortoise found after 100 years

A species of giant tortoise believed to have been extinct for more than 100 years has been discovered on the Galapagos island of Fernandina, according to Ecuador's government. The last known time a Fernandina Giant Tortoise was seen alive was 1906. An adult female believed to be more than a century old was seen alive on Sunday during an expedition by the Giant Tortoise

Live Out Your Emerald Fantasies on This Private Island for Sale in Ireland for $1.4 Million

If you’re looking for total seclusion from civilized society, look no further than this private island in Ireland. While this island isn’t full of crisp, blue water and sandy beaches, it can offer you a chance to lord over your domain without the bother of other people. And it’s for sale for a cool $1.4 million, according to CNN. High Island, also known as Ardoileán, is an

This Couple Missed Their Cruise by Seconds — Here’s What to Do If It Happens to You

As any traveler can tell you, planning a vacation takes a great deal of work. Often, a trip can take months of planning to orchestrate, including finding the perfect destination, flights, accommodations, activities and more. And that’s what makes this video of a couple appearing to miss their cruise by mere minutes all the more heartbreaking. On Sunday, the YouTube channel

Where to Find the Best Pasta in Rome

Pasta is having a powerful moment. From New York and Singapore to London and Austin, Texas, top kitchens are highlighting freshly milled grains and nifty tools to create beautiful strands and curious shapes that thrill diners. Yet no city can rival Rome for its beloved, soul-satisfying pastas. The city’s history with it goes deep. Pasta is commonly believed to have arrived in Italy

A Virgin Atlantic Flight Just Broke a Record by Hitting 801 MPH on Its Way From L.A. to London

We all dream of super-fast flights that get us from New York to Paris in an hour flat. But when an aircraft actually does technically travel at the speed of sound, it can really be a shock. Despite most commercial flights being unable to reach such supersonic speeds, one Virgin Atlantic flight managed to actually surpass the speed of sound by traveling at a ground speed of

UK expands no-fly zone for drones around airports

The no-fly zone for drones around British airports is being extended to 5 kilometers (3.1 miles) in an attempt to avert disruptions like the December groundings of flights at Gatwick Airport, officials said Wednesday. The Department for Transport said the zone will widen on March 13 from the current 1 kilometer (0.6 miles). Officials are also working on new legislation to

This Secret Corridor in Florence Will Finally Open to the Public

If you're looking to see all the masters in one place, it would be hard to do better than Florence's Uffizi Gallery, which is renowned for its collection of art that dates all the way back to the Middle Ages. And soon, there will be even more of the collection to see: On Monday, Uffizi officials announced plans to reopen the secret Vasari Corridor, which includes a rare

A town where most speak sign language

Kolok Getar flexed his biceps, puffed out his chest and jutted a pugnacious jaw. Although the old man was sitting cross-legged on the concrete floor, his wiry Balinese frame took on the characteristics of a belligerent bantam fighting cock. “He used to be known as a real tough guy,” his nephew Wisnu smiled. “He was famous as a martial arts expert and could break coconuts in

36 Hours in Goa

Known for its gorgeous beaches and hippie vibe, this tiny state in western India also offers a fascinating blend of Indian and Portuguese influences that are reflected in its buildings, cuisine and art. Think of it as India’s happy place: The state of Goa, which occupies a sliver on the country’s western coast, is where residents of Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore and other cities

Going on a cruise? Here's what not to buy aboard ship

To some cruisers, retail therapy is a prime component of sailing. They love spending time poking around in the shops on board their ships, picking up souvenirs or logo T-shirts and hats. But be cautious about what you purchase, says Cruise Critic. You may be able to pick up some bargains, especially at the end of the trip, but many purchases have been steeply marked

10 of the best new hostels in amazing buildings

With a symmetrical pastel-blue exterior, a la Wes Anderson, and block colour splashes throughout, this former Portuguese family home just outside Lisbon has been transformed into a vibrant new hostel. The partially dilapidated structure was restored in order to keep the original shape of the roof intact. Minimalist interiors include white walls and polished concrete

New nonstop flight to Pensacola from South Florida will save you time — and money

South Florida and Pensacola are now connected by a daily nonstop flight on Silver Airways. What used to be a nine-hour drive north to Pensacola from South Florida is now a two-hour flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport as of Thursday. The Fort Lauderdale-based airline is offering discount fares starting at $89 one-way at silverairways.com for travel

Malcolm X is assassinated

"I live like a man who is already dead", he said two weeks before his death. "I'm a marked man." On February 21, 1965, assassins from the Black Muslims shot and killed Malcolm X as he was about to address a gathering in New York City. He was 39 years old. Eighteen months earlier

Explore The Great Lakes this Summer with Pearl Seas Cruises

GUILFORD, CT – February 20, 2019 – Pearl Seas Cruises is pleased to announce a spectacular 2019 summer season on The Great Lakes. Cruising there since 2014, Pearl Seas has perfected small ship exploration in The Great Lakes aboard their 210-passenger ship, the Pearl Mist. June

'Firefall' is back and glowing at Yosemite National Park

The natural phenomenon that makes it appear that lava is flowing over a cliff at Yosemite National Park is back, but only for a few days. "Firefall" is the name for the natural magic trick that creates the illusion at the park in California. It comes to life when the setting sun causes light to hit the waterfall at just the right angle. You can only see "Firefall" for a short time in

Barbie Teams Up With National Geographic for a New Line of Travel-Themed Dolls

After 60 years of Dream Campers, Dream Houses, and Dream Convertibles, Barbie is partnering with National Geographic on a travel-themed line of dolls, accessories and media that will focus not only on exploring the world, but also on science, conservation and research. The new line will feature career dolls and playsets that highlight occupations that are typically

Airlines already canceling Wednesday flights for new winter storm

Airlines are canceling flights and expanding their rebooking waivers ahead of a new winter storm that looks increasingly likely to disrupt flights at airports from the Great Plains into the Northeast. More than 470 flights had already been canceled for Wednesday, flight-tracking service FlightAware counted as of 5:40 p.m. ET on Tuesday

There's a new national park. Find out where.

Indiana may have been the 19th state to enter the United States, but it took until 2019 for the Hoosier State to get its first national park. A 15,000-acre area in northwestern Indiana along the shore of Lake Michigan, Indiana Dunes National Park is now the country's 61st national park. It's about 50 miles from from Chicago, the third-largest city in the United States

British Airways 1960s-styled Boeing 747 flies to New York

Among the usual traffic taking off at London's Heathrow Airport on Tuesday morning was an eye-catching blast from the past -- a retro-painted British Airways Boeing 747. The Boeing 747 -- adorned in livery used between 1964 and 1974 -- departed for New York's JFK Airport, as part of celebrations marking the airline's centenary. The plane was stripped of its modern-day livery

Passenger Removed From Flight After Tirade About Sitting Next to Toddler

A woman was removed from a JetBlue flight from Fort Lauderdale to Las Vegas for disruptive behavior after realizing she was sitting next to a three-year-old on her flight, USA Today reported. Sitting next to a toddler isn’t exactly everyone’s vision of an ideal seatmate, but most people are pretty nice about it when they end up sitting next to one on their flight. After all, lots of

Burning Man Issues New Rules and Pricing to Weed Out Ultra-luxury Campers and Influencers

Burning Man, a massive desert utopia for hippies, techno ravers, and everything in between, is changing things up this year – which means bad news for luxury-seeking Burners. According to a post on the Burning Man website, Marian Goodell, CEO of the non-profit Burning Man Project, announced that it will be doing some “cultural course correcting,” by disinviting some

From the Alps to Vietnam, Forbes Travel Guide's New Five-Star Hotels

The galaxy of five-star hospitality added several new constellations this year as Forbes Travel Guide announced its 2019 Star Award winners—the 61st annual list of the world’s finest hotels, restaurants and spas. In rating the most luxurious locales this year, Forbes Travel Guide explored many new destinations—from Anguilla, Bahrain, Belize and Doha to Hanoi, Istanbul, Oman

6 Things to Bring to an All-Inclusive Resort

Deciding what to bring with you to a tropical resort sounds simple. Swimsuits? Check. Cover-up? Check. Flip-flops? Check. But when the resort is an all-inclusive one — think Sandals, Beaches and, of course, Club Med — you may want to add a few extra items to your packing list. True, not having to carry cash or credit cards while you’re there does make life easier, but you

Why Tokyo's art and design scene goes way beyond manga

Seconds after landing at Tokyo’s Haneda Airport, I’m snapping photos in an unusual place: the toilet. It’s not just the heated seat that wows me, but the sleek control panel I can use to scroll through bidet-style water jets, and to programme the music the toilet plays as I go about my business. The designers of the award-winning restroom (the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure

America’s First Female Cruise Captain Travels the World With Her Adorable Sphynx Cat

Some cats have all the luck. Even though they may have reputations for being fastidious and hard to please, it turns out, cats are pretty good travelers — especially this Elf Sphynx named Bug Naked. Much like Vladimir the cat, who travels with his people to national parks or little Amelia sailing around the world with her human, Bug Naked lives on the go with Instagram

This Is the One Cruise You Should Definitely Take Before You Die

River cruise travel is having a moment and it’s no surprise. It’s in the sweet spot of cruising: appealing to travelers who have already done the ocean-cruise thing but are looking for something a little different, while also appealing to sworn no-way-never cruisers who are slowly coming around to the fact that these smaller ships offer all the convenience and relaxation of

Faroe Islands: closed for repairs but open about self-promotion

In parts of the Faroe Islands it rains 300 days a year, a national dish is wind-dried fermented mutton and the population of 50,000 people is outnumbered by sheep. Transforming this archipelago between Shetland and Iceland into a mainstream tourism destination was never going to be easy. However, the Faroese pride themselves on inventiveness and practicality

Man stranded in Prague after friend picks up wrong passport - and makes it all the way back to Newcastle, via Amsterdam

A British man is stranded in Prague after his friend picked up the wrong passport – and used it to fly from the Czech capital via Amsterdam to Newcastle, passing through four passport checks. Steve Vincent, 44, a professor at Newcastle University, is unable to leave Prague until the British embassy provides him with an emergency passport. He was in the city for a short

A Volcano is Born

On February 20, 1943, Dionisio Pulido, a farmer in the Mexican state of Michoacán, was working in his cornfield along with his wife and son. From the center of the field, a hissing noise began. Suddenly a plume of smoke and ash began spewing from the ground from a fissure that opened

Everything You Need to Know About Solo Safaris

When talking about solo travel, most people don't immediately think of a solo safari. But in talking to some of our coworkers about their own experiences, we wondered: Are safaris kind of the perfect trip to take alone? Consider this: Your days are scheduled out with game drives in the morning and evening, and time to relax, read, and chat with your campmates during

The top nine reasons to visit Houston in 2019

From its integral role in the world's first moon landing 50 years ago this July to a new lineup of appealing options in the arts and culinary scenes, Houston has never been more ripe for exploration. It wins in the aesthetics department, too: The much-photographed skyline is dotted with skyscrapers in architectural styles ranging from Art Deco to minimalist, and this city of

Airlines will add new gender options for non-binary passengers

US airline passengers who don't identify as "male" or "female" will soon have more gender options to choose when booking tickets. The new gender options to be added include "unspecified" and "undisclosed." Airlines for America (A4A), the industry trade group, made the announcement that A4A and International Air Transport Association members recently approved a new

Richard Branson’s Virgin Hotel Is Finally Open in San Francisco

Get ready SF, Richard Branson’s Virgin Hotels San Francisco is officially open for business. The much-anticipated property, which is situated in SoMa (South of Market), is the second Virgin Hotels location in the U.S. after the first opened in Chicago in 2015. “I’m confident that Virgin Hotels San Francisco — and future properties — will differ from our existing location in

How to buy the right travel insurance

The world of travel insurance can be overwhelming, with myriad policies to choose from, each of them with their own small print clauses ready to scupper you when you find yourself in a bind abroad. Here’s how to get the right cover to suit your holiday needs. Once you’ve decided on booking a holiday, work out major details from the get-go, advises Neil Wright

Roadside revival: 10 of the best motels in the US

Not much remains of the Henning Motel in Newberry Springs, California. Out on old Route 66, only the once-flashing neon sign still stands, rusted beyond repair. The arrival of the Interstate Highway in the 1970s rerouted custom elsewhere, and like thousands of motels across America, its fate was sealed. These emblems of the American road seemed in steady decline, that

Paris hosts inaugural World Restaurant Awards

The latest addition to the roster of global culinary extravaganzas seeking to highlight some of the best dining experiences on the planet, the inaugural World Restaurant Awards took place in Paris' Palais Brongniart Monday night. But the event was far from your typical awards ceremony. Tuxedos were notable by their absence, with tattoos and jeans a far more popular choice

Bonaire: Where Coral and Cactus Thrive, and the Sea Soothes the Soul

As the polar vortex bore down on the United States a couple of weeks ago, we left our home in New York via an ice-encrusted front door. We were lucky enough to have tickets to Bonaire, a little island in the Caribbean Sea. Seven hours later, including a layover at Miami International Airport, the plane landed on a sunny, flat field rimmed with pipe organ cactuses and scraggly

Sixth Oasis-Class Cruise Ship Ordered By Royal Caribbean

Another world's biggest cruise ship is on the way, with a sixth Oasis-class ship set to be delivered in the autumn of 2023 after Royal Caribbean announced it has entered into an agreement with shipbuilder Chantiers de l’Atlantique. The yet-to-be-named megaliner will follow sister ships Symphony of the Seas, Harmony of the Seas, Allure of the Seas and Oasis of the Seas, which

Come for the food, stay for the night: inside Bless Hotel, Madrid's latest hipster hang-out

It is not immediately clear, at the moment I step through the entrance of the Bless Hotel, that I have walked into a place designed for slumber. The broad thoroughfare of Calle de Velázquez outside, and the refined purr of traffic along it, has confirmed that I am in Madrid – in the well-to-do district of Salamanca, no less, with its chic boutiques, pricey real estate and

Baby born at 30,000ft during Jetblue flight

Jetblue gained its youngest customer ever after a baby was born during a flight from Puerto Rico to Florida. The US airline said it wants to rename the aircraft after the baby following the birth on flight 1954 on Saturday 17 February. The event aptly occurred on a plane named “Born to be Blue”, which flew from San Juan to Fort Lauderdale. “We’d like to thank the crew and

Cruise ship passengers denied access to Cuba return to Florida

Travelers returned home Monday heartbroken after a cruise ship promising a Valentine’s Day reunion with loved ones was turned away from Cuba. Grand Classica, chartered by Viva Travel, got back to the Port of Palm Beach about 9 a.m., with many passengers on board still upset. Zeida Ssbdia is one of the disappointed passengers. She was looking forward to seeing her

This Fitness-focused Cruise Ship Will Have a Whole Deck Just for Sports and Exercise

Cruising isn’t exactly associated weight loss — in fact, quite the opposite. Most people can reasonably expect to return home from a week’s all-inclusive voyage at least a few pounds heavier. With 24-hour buffets, five-course dinners, and those secret afternoon teas that pop up…well, it’s no surprise why. But fear not — a brand new alternative is floating on the horizon. Blue

ESPN's Jay Williams Gets In On The Travel Game

ESPN college basketball analyst Jay Williams may look together with his tailored suits and insightful commentary, but there’s a lot going on behind the scenes to ensure things run smoothly. There are stylists and statisticians making sure the college basketball savant stays sharp in front of the camera. Behind it, there’s a loving family and a dog. As for keeping up with his

Croatia’s Katarina Line Announces June 2019 Travel Agent FAM

Small ship cruise company Katarina Line, voted “Best Croatian DMC”, announced that it is now accepting applications from qualified agents who wish to participate in the company’s 4-night Educational Cruise around the Dalmatian islands and coastline, June 25 – 29, 2019. Eligible agents

America Lands on Iwo Jima

Iwo Jima is five miles long and three miles across at its widest point. But in 1945, it housed three Japanese war ships and over 21,000 soldiers. On this date, three battalions of American soldiers took the island in a fierce fight, a decisive battle in World War II. By the 10th day of fighting, the

Clients lose thousands, share warning about Memphis-based travel agency

Memphis travel agency Let's Get Away Charters closed with little notice last week, leaving clients shocked and wondering if they'll ever get thousands of dollars back. Future bride Nikita Wideman of Indiana used the agency to book the honeymoon of her dreams this summer. “We worked hard, did overtime to make those payments,” she said of the $4,000 they've paid so far

13 Surprising New Rules For Off-Season Travel in Europe

Off-season in Europe once meant a blissful stretch of months free from crowds, lower hotel prices and reasonably predictable weather. But with greater numbers of people on the move and warmer temperatures stretching peak season in certain countries well into fall, what’s a traveler to do to escape the hordes and lock in favorable hotel and airline rates? Here three

Pull out couches, travel style: Airports are helping travelers on the go get some nap time

Business travelers once looked to airline club rooms as calm oases that offer quiet areas to relax, work, conduct important phone calls or, perhaps, catch a nap. These days, it's not unusual for airline-operated and independent lounges to be as crowded and noisy. Congested airport terminals and gates have areas that many frequent travelers are willing to pay a fee to

A giant scrapheap of A380s is on its way

A whopping great beast of an aircraft, the double-decker Airbus A380 -- the biggest passenger airplane the world has ever known -- is an incredible sight whether on land or in the air. Such gravity-defying proportions combined with the genuinely enjoyable experience of flying in one have won it legions of admirers since its first commercial voyage in 2007. So it was no

Flying 1,300 mph on airplanes would be great. But future aviation has other plans.

In the year 2044, our cities might be energized by fusion power plants, our sleek cars may all run on electricity, and our doctors might regularly employ gene-editing to cure blindness. But our airplanes will probably still fly at the same speeds they did half a century ago: between 550 and 600 mph. Supersonic flight — which is to say speeds that exceed the speed of

Visiting Puerto Rico, and Finding the Up Beat

If this is a Monday night, it’s hard to imagine what Friday looks like. About 300 people are spilling out of a club onto Avenida Eduardo Conde in the Santurce district of San Juan. The space I’m in has limited seating, but the stools are empty anyway because everyone is standing. One window sells fluffy, fist-sized empanadillas and stacks of lightly salted tostones while

8 best hotels on the Las Vegas Strip

The world comes together on the Las Vegas Strip. In just over four miles, this ribbon of concrete travels from ancient Egypt and medieval England to New York, Paris, the tropics and, eventually, modern-day Venice. The travel is easy and free of jet lag. You experience it all through themed hotels. Over the decades, these hotels have gone from simply grand -- think the

The 10 best things to do in Rotterdam

Rotterdam is having a well-deserved moment. With a direct Eurostar service from London, a slew of new openings – trendy restaurants, cool hotels, up-and-coming breweries – and some of the most exciting architecture in Europe, the Netherlands’ plucky second city should definitely be on the shortlist for your next short break. Here are the best 10 ways to while away a

On location: six walking trails made famous in TV and film

My first encounter with Shetland was Fair Isle, the most remote inhabited island in the UK. I washed up there, a university dropout, to be assistant cook in the bird observatory. It’s the island I know and love best, and it’s where the character DI Jimmy Perez in my Shetland series of murder mysteries was born. It’s also where the BBC filmed part of the adaptation of my

You Can Eat U.S. Presidents' Favorite Dishes at This NYC Restaurant

If one man knows how to cook up a Presidents Day weekend meal the right way, it’s John Doherty. That’s because Doherty, the owner and chef behind Blackbarn Restaurant in New York City and the former executive chef at the iconic Waldorf Astoria hotel, happens to be one of the only chefs to ever have prepared a meal for six world leaders at the same time. Chef Doherty

New Regent Seven Seas Cruise Ship Floats Out During Shipyard Ceremony

Regent Seven Seas Cruises celebrated a major milestone on February 9 when its new ship -- Seven Seas Splendor -- touched the sea for the first time during a float-out ceremony at the Fincantieri shipyard in Ancona, Italy. To kick off the ceremony, which occurs once a new ship's exterior construction is complete, a Champagne bottle was smashed against Seven Seas

Get Yourself a Slice of Cheesecake Because a Golden Girls-Themed Cruise Is Coming!

Gather your favorite gal pals and get ready for a sweet vacation! Next year, a Golden Girls-themed cruise will allow fans to sail the seas while reveling in an atmosphere reminiscent of the 1985 classic. The cruise — hosted by Minneapolis-based party promoters Flip Phone Events — will begin on Feb. 24, 2020, and leave from Miami before making stops at Key West and

The beautiful corner of Thailand that tourists haven't discovered yet

A cluster of mysterious standing stones loomed ahead. Six thousand miles by plane from the UK, followed by a taxi ride, a speedboat and a longtail, and I’d arrived… at Stonehenge. There are a few striking differences between England’s famous prehistoric monument and this henge out in the Andaman Sea, near the Thai island Koh Lipe, though. For a start, these

Why Rich Snowbirds Are Trading Vacation Homes for Luxury Resorts

When Upper East Siders Adelle and Robert Rathe boarded a flight to Saint Martin in mid-January, they left behind a typically cold New York day. By the time they return from their resort getaway in mid-April, the trees in Central Park will have started to bloom. The Rathes are hardly the first weather-worn Northeasterners to trade puffy coats and slushy sidewalks for bathing

The Duke is Drowned

Duke of Clarence is a title traditionally awarded to junior members of British royal families. The first, George Plantagenet, was the brother of kings Edward IV and Richard III. Never happy with his status, George plotted with a number of co-conspirators to overthrow Edward IV and take the

Man kicked out of Disneyland after displaying 'Trump 2020' flag on ride

A man held up a Donald Trump 2020 flag at Disneyland on Wednesday and was promptly kicked out for violating the park's rules. It wasn't the first time he's caused a scene at a Disney park. Dion Cini's flag, which was displayed on Disneyland's Mark Twain Riverboat, reads "Re-elect Trump 2020," with "Keep America Great" in the middle. Disneyland prohibits "the usage of

10 travel tips from celebrities that could make your next flight better

Even if you can't hire a private limo or upgrade to first class, there are still ways to make traveling easier and more luxurious. Most celebrities are pretty well-versed in flying around the world, so it's no surprise that a lot of stars have tips to share when it comes to packing, avoiding jet lag, and staying hydrated while traveling. Here are 10 celebrities' tips, tricks, and routines for

The World's Best Hotels and Resorts for Families

We’ve reached an exciting moment in family travel: not only are parents increasingly willing to take their kids to locales farther from home, but children themselves are driving their whole families’ decisions about where to go and what to do. (And as hotels adapt and expand their offerings, parents are also having more fun as a result.) Every year for the World’s Best Awards

Deserted Irish island on sale for $1.4 million

Freshwater lakes, peregrine falcons and a ruined monastery are some of the delights awaiting the buyer of an island off the west coast of Ireland -- as long as they don't mind living in a derelict cottage without running water or electricity. High Island, which rises 206 feet above sea level and slopes down to cliffs that lead to inlets, has gone on sale for 1.25 million euros ($1.4

A love letter to the A380: why passengers will miss the super-jumbo the most

Analysing the drawn-out, billion-dollar airline negotiation breakdowns that led Airbus to abruptly end its A380 program only 11 years after it begun is a complex business, with an ultimately sad conclusion. Blame the 2008 financial crisis; the succession of cancelled orders; the advent of better building materials elsewhere; and an industry-wide shift in focus towards smaller

Venice's Bibione beach is the first in Italy to ban smoking

The Venetian seaside resort of Bibione will be the first Italian beach to go completely smoke-free, in a mission to safeguard the environment from discarded cigarette ends and protect visitors from secondhand smoke. The decision comes after eight years of trials, as part of the Breathe the Sea Air project, which saw an initial smoking ban between the first row of umbrellas

36 Hours in Miami and Miami Beach

There was a time when it wasn’t unusual to hear visitors use South Beach as shorthand for the entire Miami metropolitan area. The confusion was understandable — for those weekend warriors there was little reason to venture beyond the city of Miami Beach’s telegenic, Art Deco-emblazoned, southernmost tip. No more. South Beach’s famously louche night life has

Richard Branson's Virgin Voyages Cruises Are Officially Open for Booking — and You Need to See the Beach Club

If anyone knows how to pump us up for cruising, it’s Richard Branson. The serial entrepreneur has been busy over the last few months teasing out the launch of his latest venture, Virgin Voyages. Over that time we learned a bit about the cruise itself (it’s adults-only, high-end, and pure luxury), the rooms (hello, suites!), and the food on board (passengers will truly get a taste of the world over).

More Cruise Lines Axe Calls to Amsterdam as a Result of the City's Tourist Tax

P&O Cruises and Cunard are the latest cruise lines to axe calls to Amsterdam following the introduction of the city council's €8 per person per 24-hour tourist tax that came into force on January 1, 2019. P&O Cruises operates popular mini cruises to Holland from the UK and plans to drop calls to Amsterdam from March 2019. In a statement, the line said: "All P&O Cruises

Escape Dublin For A Weekend Trip To Kilkea Castle

Once upon a time, or, more accurately, about six years ago, American real estate developers, Jay and Christy Cashman, did something most Americans only dream of: They bought a castle. A real, medieval castle, in County Kildare, Ireland, just over an hour's drive from Dublin's city center. 35 million dollars worth of renovations later, the castle, which dates back to 1180

Looking for a mate? Head to this Taiwan temple for a meeting with the 'Love God'

These days, it's all about swiping right to find a partner. But some Taiwan residents have another method for finding romance besides Tinder -- they call on the god of marriage and love. According to Chinese mythology, the Love God, or Yue Lao, is in possession of a "book of marriages," and can find and bind you to the one you're meant to be with, with a red string. The

DJ Khaled launches music festival cruise from Miami with Cardi B and friends

Want to hit the high seas with DJ Khaled? The Miami producer and rapper is launching his second music festival cruise called “Days of Summer” with fellow artists Cardi B and Post Malone this summer, according to TMZ.com. The cruise is set to depart Miami for the Bahamas on June 28 and return July 1. Khaled is expected to make a formal announcement Friday afternoon

‘Table for one, please’ – the rise and rise of the solo diner

Sharing a meal is one of life’s great pleasures – if it’s not then you’re probably keeping the wrong company – but new research claims diners are increasingly eating alone. Analysis by OpenTable, the online reservation platform, found the number of one-cover bookings has increased by 80 per cent in New York since 2018. It’s the latest research into reservation habits by

British Airways staffs Valentine's Day flight with 5 cabin crew couples

If it seemed like the cabin crew on British Airways' Valentine's Day flight from London to Buenos Aires, Argentina, were in a particularly good mood, there was a good reason why: the flight was staffed entirely by employee couples. The airline's press release quotes one couple, newlyweds Carl and Nathan, as being "over the (honey)moon to be showing our customers some British Airways love on this very special flight.” The couple, who have been together 13 years and married last November, has been with the airline for four years, during which time they've visited New York, the Caribbean, Turkey, Spain and Florida.

Remember the Maine!

William Randolph Hearst, the notorious newspaper baron, needed a war. His paper, the New York Journal, was in a pitched circulation battle with other newspapers. When the USS Maine exploded at anchor in the harbor in Havana, Cuba, Hearst saw his opportunity. Tensions were high between

How to Be a Green Traveler

Even if you strive for a sustainable lifestyle at home, it may be tempting to avoid thinking about the impact your travels could have on the environment. No one wants to feel guilty on vacation. But the effects traveling has on the environment are significant. A study published last year by the University of Sydney found that global tourism accounts for 8 percent of total

The hack airlines don't want you to use

Nobody who sold you that instant oatmeal, jar of multivitamins, bar of soap, perfume-free laundry detergent, latest best-seller, NASCAR tickets or whatever Gwyneth Paltrow sells on her website will come after you to make sure you used your purchases. But the world's biggest airlines might. They require that you fly all the flights you've booked or pay the price. They might take

A newlywed couple traveled to 33 countries for their honeymoon, and the bride wore her dress the whole time

Newlyweds Nick and Zoe Aust saved up for two years before both getting married and spending 2018 traveling the world. And the trip was far from ordinary. The Austs traveled to 33 countries, Zoe quitting her jobs to embark on the honeymoon of a lifetime, and documenting their journey on popular Instagram account marrymeintravel. Nick and Zoe first met in high school

25 of the world's most romantic hotels

For some, a romantic getaway means five-star luxury and poolside pampering. For others, it's all about glorious solitude and stunning scenery. And then there are the action-and-adventure lovebirds who prefer excitement and high-adrenaline sports over rest and relaxation. Whatever your preference for where you stay, we've rounded up 25 hotels that should have you

Dubai Fountain: The story behind its dancing waters

Like a moth to a flame, visitors to Dubai invariably swarm around the colossal fountain at the foot of the Burj Khalifa. It's easy to see why: at more than 900-feet long, firing water 50 stories into the sky, the fountain is impressive, to say the least. And as a feat of engineering, even more so. It has become a focal point in the city, ushering in the New Year, marking

Scenic Eclipse Cruise Ship Launch Delayed for Third Time

The long-awaited Scenic Eclipse expedition ship will launch a whole year later than originally planned. According to Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours, the maiden voyage is now likely to be 15 August 2019 -- a 12-night Iceland and Atlantic Canada itinerary. Initially due to debut in August 2018, the "world’s first discovery yacht", as it is still described by the company, was

The Best Long Weekend Getaways for Couples

Want to spice things up in your relationship? Get out of town. Nothing keeps the sparks flying quite like traveling together. Navigating new places with your significant other while spending quality one-on-one time is a great way to deepen your bond and create lasting memories. And every couple deserves a special getaway to enjoy to their hearts’ content — whether your

A local’s guide to Verona: 10 top tips

This is the “other Verona”, the right bank of the Adige, across from the historic centre. For us, it is the authentic part of the city, popular with the big student population for its cheap street food, pubs and late-night bars. Walk across any of the Adige bridges and the crowds disappear, though there is still plenty to see: the Roman theatre, overlooking the river, and adjoining

Solo travel for women: 8 things to know

A little over five years ago, sitting from my dark, cold cubicle in New York, I couldn’t stop thinking about Puerto Rico. Though I’ve always been adventurous by spirit, my bank account didn’t allow me to truly indulge in my wanderlust until I turned 25. Since then I’ve made up for lost time — stamping 31 countries (and counting) on my passport. With visions of sandy beaches

Norwegian cruise ship crashes into docks in Puerto Rico

A Norwegian cruise ship smashed into the docks in Puerto Rico, sinking the pier. Video shows the Epic cruise liner veering towards the San Juan docks, destroying two mooring points in the process. The vessel departed from Port Canaveral in Florida on 9 February for a seven-day cruise around the British Virgin Islands. However, technical issues onboard meant the ship had

Jetstar passenger accuses flight attendant of 'slut-shaming' her for wearing a crop top

A passenger who flew Australian low-cost carrier Jetstar last week says one of the airline's flight attendants tried to "slut-shame" her over her travel attire. Shoshana Strykert, who later documented her experience on Facebook, posted a picture of the crop top and wide-leg pants she wore on her Feb. 8 flight. In an open letter to Jetstar, she recounted that she was trying

The most romantic city in the world, according to you (and it isn't Paris)

Love is in the air. And so are planes, thousands of them, gliding above the clouds to transport lovebirds to the most stomach-tumblingly romantic cities on planet Earth. The question is, which is the most romantic city of them all? Our Telegraph Travel love expert, Benjamin Parker, compiled a shortlist of what he believes to be the most romantic spots on the planet, including

Kosher hotel proposed across from Hard Rock casino in Hollywood

A kosher hotel has been proposed across the street from the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood. Called the “Kosher House,” it would have a kosher restaurant and a synagogue space, in addition to automatic elevators that operate on the Sabbath so observant Jews do not need to push a button, developer Sharon Sharaby told the South Florida Business

13 Clear Travel Makeup Bags That Make Getting Through Airport Security a Breeze

Seasoned flyers know that you have to store all your liquid products in a clear plastic bag to get through airport security. While Ziploc bags that fit the TSA’s requirements are an easy choice, they can rip quite easily and leak liquids all over the rest of your precious cargo. And let’s face it, there’s nothing worse than opening your bag to find your favorite serums have exploded

Patent Applications for the Telephone

William Orton, the president of Western Union, was worried. Telegraph traffic was expanding faster than the telegraph lines could handle them. Only a single message could be carried at a time, a severe limitation even in the earliest days of the new technology. He contracted with inventor

Tahiti Is A Hot New Travel Trend For 2019

Like lovers, Tahiti and her islands in French Polynesia are meant to be embraced. It’s a place where intoxicating tiare flowers (gardenias) reign so supreme, they’re given away at supermarket checkouts and used to decorate public bathrooms. In Tahiti – and in Moorea, Huahine and Bora Bora – a stunning array of other sweet pleasures beckon. You can wake up to birds

10 tips to help you deal with travel anxiety

Travel can be a thrilling adventure, but for some people, it can also trigger major anxiety and stress. Whether it's spending hours in a cramped airplane cabin or finding your way around a new city, traveling can present unique challenges and stumbling blocks for people with anxiety. Here are a few tips and tricks to help you deal with travel anxiety

Save The Dates: Awesome Food Festivals For Your 2019 Travel Calendar

Whether you're craving barbecue, Washington state wine, or the opportunity to a deep dive on Southern culinary culture, there's a food festival to satisfy. Here are a few of the best to consider when making travel plans this year. An epic party that lasts for days, this event showcases more than 200 wineries, partnering up with 65 chefs from throughout the region for its

How 7 Travel Photographers Get Their Perfect Shot

Travel photography is tricky. If you’re off adventuring somewhere new and fabulous, you probably don’t want to be spending your trip editing and sorting through images in your hotel room. On the other hand, you also don’t want to wait to do that until you come home, only to find -- after you’ve already left -- that your photos suck. You want the best quality images

Travel Boom Drives Multi-Billion Indonesian Airports Expansion

Indonesia’s largest airport operator is looking to spend billions of dollars to build a new facility in Jakarta and upgrade the existing one to cater to an unprecedented travel boom and compete with neighboring countries for tourism revenue. Angkasa Pura II, the state-owned operator of 16 airports across Indonesia, will conclude a feasibility study for a greenfield airport in

Celebrity Millennium Returns to Service After Multimillion-Dollar Refurb

Celebrity Millennium is returning to service after a 35-day dry dock that saw all staterooms and suites completely redesigned, as well as the addition of The Retreat for suite guests. The refurbishments, which also included upgrades to the restaurants, bars, lounges, spa and casino, are part of the line's $500 million Celebrity Revolution program. "This is such an exciting

Rick Steves: The pros and cons of cruising in Europe

Recently I was on a massive cruise ship with 3,000 passengers blitzing the great ports of the Mediterranean – and having lots of fun. No, I'm not suddenly abandoning my independent travel principles and becoming a huge proponent of cruising. But I am impressed by the economy, efficiency and popularity of this kind of travel ... and, to be honest, I enjoy cruising. I'm the

TSA's wackiest catches in 2018: Spear guns, saw blades and snakes (almost) on a plane

Feel guilty when TSA screeners pull out that bottle of water or Costco-size lotion you forgot was in your carry-on bag? It could be worse. Your forbidden item could be immortalized in the TSA's annual list of the most unusual finds of the year. This is separate from its roundup of routine catches like guns (loaded and unloaded), which were found in record numbers last year

Travel Show Marketing Group Launches European Travel Agent Forum’

(Boston, MA – February 7, 2019) Travel Show Marketing Group (TravelSMG) an independent event organizer which caters to the North American travel agents and global travel supplier communities has announced the launch of the European Travel Agent Forum (ETAF), set to take place in

The first peacetime US bank robbery

The end of the Civil War left much of the southern United States in physical and economic ruin and the state of Missouri was no exception. Despite the high ideals of Reconstruction, the state's new constitution excluded former Confederates from voting, becoming corporate officers or serving on

The top 10 romantic hotels in the world

Whether it is marble palaces or rustic treetop lodges, there is something for everyone. "We have searched high and low for the hotels and resorts that go the extra mile for couples. Whether it's a naturally romantic setting or special little touches, these hotels are utterly charming," it said in a statement. South Africa shined in the Top 50 list. Among those that made the

The best river cruises in Europe for 2019

Whether you're a history buff, an avid cyclist or are looking for a relaxing family break, there's a cruise on Europe's rivers to suit your taste. From the Rhône to the Rhine, here are the best river cruises in Europe for 2019. Avalon Waterways is setting the pace on a new Active Discovery cruise on the Rhône between Lyon and Arles that includes everything from making

10 of the world's most beautiful gardens to visit this spring

There is nothing quite as refreshing as a garden holiday. Here we select some spectacular itineraries at home and abroad. Italy’s capital is best known for its archaeological, architectural and artistic sights, but there is a wealth of grand gardens in the region surrounding it. Expressions Holidays traces the historic development of these, beginning in Orvieto and Frascati

Five Places to Visit in New Orleans

Big Freedia’s rap music is a part of the ether of modern New Orleans. So what better authentic travel guide to the city that so many tourists love to visit? If the next time you are in New Orleans, you find yourself wondering who will make you dance during your visit, the local rapper Big Freedia has your answer. “I’m that queen that’ll make you bounce!” she crows on one of

Need a Breath of Fresh Air? Hotels to the Rescue

More hotels are adding air purifiers and filters to their guest rooms, either because the outside air is prone to smoke or pollution, or because guests demand them for health reasons. Forget free wine hours and on-demand workout videos. An increasing number of hotels around the world are now providing guests the option to book rooms with filtration and

Multiple Airlines Exposed To Check-In Hijack Threat -- What Passengers Should Do Next

Customers of multiple airlines are at risk of having their personal data accessed by hackers, according to cybersecurity company Wandera's threat research team. The researchers discovered that the e-ticketing systems used by many major airlines send check-in links to passengers that are unencrypted. This can, say the researchers, put passengers' personally

27 Best Business Travel Tips From A Boss Babe At Twitter

Thanks to technology, the world is getting smaller and smaller, and yet, sometimes you need to be there in person, which is the case for Olinda Hassan, a partner on the Strategy & Innovation team at Twitter. Now based in San Francisco, this boss babe helps drive Twitter's customer experience strategy and regularly travels around the world to meet with and learn from

The 16 Most Beautiful Places To Travel To This Spring

You’re sick of winter and you’re not alone. I think we can all agree that the winter blues have officially set in. And they’ve set in hard. So much so, that this very moment you’re probably daydreaming of days filled with more sunlight, temperatures that don’t require every possible layer of clothing you own and mornings that don’t involve scraping ice off your car windshield or

The Swiss town obsessed with the number 11

On a recent morning, at precisely 11:00, Therese Stählin was waiting in silence outside the entrance to the baroque town of Solothurn, clock-watching. “At 12:00, we need to be at our 11-hour clock,” she said, all aflutter upon my arrival. Eleven was the most auspicious time to meet in the city, she’d emailed a few days prior, but it was equally important for us not to be late

Why You Really Need to Take All of Your Vacation Days

We say it a lot over here at Traveler: Americans are really bad at taking vacation. So much so that in 2017, we left 705 million vacation days on the table, the U.S. Travel Association reported. Think of all the walking tours, island naps, and life-changing meals that were missed! And while we always urge you to take all of your days—be they five or 25—we don't always practice

Airline sues passenger who missed his flight

A method commonly used by airline passengers to get cheaper fares is at the center of a court row between a German airline and one of its customers. Lufthansa has taken a passenger, who didn't show up for the last leg of his ticketed journey, to court in an apparent bid to clamp down on "hidden city" ticketing. The practice involves passengers leaving their journey at a

All the Hotels That Offer Late Checkout So You Can Relax

Sometimes the best part of a vacation is sitting back and relaxing in the comfort of your hotel room. The only problem is most hotels — no matter how many stars they have — make you check out at the most uncomfortable times. Noon might be acceptable since it gives you plenty of time to grab breakfast, but who wants to be packed and ready to go by 10 or 11 in the

Everything You Need to Know About Visiting Disney's Animal Kingdom

Having opened in 1998, Disney’s Animal Kingdom is the newest of the Disney World parks, featuring a design and layout that differs from Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Epcot, and Magic Kingdom. Here, the emblematic Tree of Life sits in the center of a lagoon, as lands including Africa, Asia, Discovery Island, Pandora - The World of Avatar, and DinoLand U.S.A. surround it in a

Explore France's Loire Valley in the Footsteps of Leonardo da Vinci

Most think of Leonardo da Vinci as being geographically tied to Italy, and for good reason. The visionary artist and scientist spent the majority of his life there. He was born in Vinci, Italy, in 1452. When he was about 15 years old, Leonardo began an apprenticeship with painter, sculptor and goldsmith Andrea del Verrochio in Florence, and joined the city's painters' guild. He

TWA Hotel at New York's JFK airport to open for bookings

“Nobody likes to hang around airports” ran TWA’s 1960s slogan – but the new TWA Hotel at New York’s JFK airport aims to encourage travellers to do just that. The former airline’s stylish terminal building, designed by Eero Saarinen and opened in 1962, is being redeveloped into a 512-bedroom property. The midcentury modern-inspired hotel will open on 15 May, with

Southwest May Soon Start Charging for Certain Perks

Southwest Airlines is known — and beloved by many — for its “no-frills” pricing model. The airline has long been a low-cost favorite that has never stooped to “basic economy” status. In fact, its CEO steadfastly refuses to sink to that level. But now, the airline may be shaking things up to increase its own revenue, and some Southwest freebie perks may be getting the axe

Cruises: What are the age restrictions for passengers? Who is banned from travelling?

What is the passenger age policy on a cruise? Every cruise line will have individual age restrictions and policies, so passengers are advised to check with their provider. Yet most cruises do allow children on board, so families can travel together. There is usually a minimum age requirement for a child to stay in a separate cabin, with the stipulation that at least one person in each

Oceania Cruises Is Undergoing a $100 Million Redesign — and the New Suites Are Some of the Most Luxurious at Sea

Last month, Oceania Cruises unveiled the new look of Insignia, one of their four Regatta-Class ships, and the first to undergo renovations as part of brand’s $100 million "re-inspiration" initiative. The dramatic makeover was led by Studio DADO, a Miami-based firm known for luxury residential and hospitality design. But the inspiration behind the new vision came from

South African Airways Vacations® Has A Sweetheart Of A Deal With Roundtrip Airfare, Accommodations In Cape Town And A Luxury Safari From $2,399* (restrictions apply) Per Person

Fort Lauderdale, FL (February 11, 2019) – Just in time for the most romantic day of the year, South African Airways Vacations® (SAA Vacations®), the leisure division of South African Airways, has introduced a 6-night air-inclusive "South Africa Sweetheart on Sale" vacation package. Starting at

Central Holidays Reports More than 40 Percent Year-Over-Year Increase in Bookings

Moonachie, NJ – (February 11, 2019) – Central Holidays today announced a significant increase in the momentum of bookings for 2019 and year-over-year growth in bookings of 43+ percent. The company is additionally sharing insight on some of the world’s most high demand destinations for

Abraham Lincoln is born

On this day in 1809, the sixteenth President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln, was born in a one-room log cabin on Sinking Spring Farm in Hardin County, Kentucky. His education consisted of little more than 18 months of formal schooling, but he was an avid reader and focused on the law as

Taking a Trip With Your Girlfriends Is Good for Your Health, According to Science

Clear your schedule and pack your bags, because you’re going on a girls’ trip. If your boss balks or your family whines or your dog gives you sad little puppy eyes, tell them that you’re doing it for your health—and it won’t even be a lie. Science says an occasional minibreak with your friends is good for you. While we all love our families, it has been proven that friendship can

What Tituss Burgess Can't Travel Without

The actor and singer Tituss Burgess has appeared in many Broadway productions over his 14-year career, but he may be most famous as the scene-stealing Titus Andromedon in the television show “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt.” The final episodes of the show, for which Mr. Burgess has received four Emmy nominations, began streaming last month on Netflix. Because he

Valentine's Day Gift Guide: The Most Romantic Travel Gifts

Gifts for travelers tend to be practical, intended to make life easier for the ones we love. But that doesn’t mean they can’t be romantic, too. Here are some special gifts for the one who holds your heart, wherever they may travel. This stunning art towel would look right at home on your wall but makes a great conversation piece on the beach. Contemporary light artist Olivia

Valkyrie superyacht could be world's biggest

Just when you thought superyacht designs couldn't get any more extravagant, along comes one to blow the others clean out of the water. The Valkyrie Project envisages a spectacular, sleek vessel loaded with super-cool luxurious entertainment features that -- with a length of 229 meters (751 feet) -- would be the world's largest superyacht. And the best part? You

Japan's most luxurious urban ryokan

With just over a year till Tokyo hosts the 2020 Summer Olympics, now's the time for travelers planning to take in the sporting action live to start thinking about their accommodation plans. Particularly those looking for a one-of-a-kind Japanese luxury experience. Leading the charge in this regard is Hoshinoya Tokyo, owned by hospitality brand Hoshino Resorts. It isn't a

In the annual Sauna Marathon, more than 700 people compete to win their own hot tub. Evidence suggests the exposure to extreme temperatures is good for our hearts.

Surviving cold, harsh winter temperatures is a marathon, not a sprint. That's certainly true in Estonia, where every winter people from around the world gather for the annual European Sauna Marathon in Otepää. The goal is to make some of the coldest days of the year a little brighter. February is the coldest month of the year in the tiny Northern European country on

A local’s guide to Ibiza: 10 top tips

The White Isle takes a break from partying in winter and spring but there is still plenty of fun to be had at its cool bars, restaurants and famous market. Es Cavallet – a kilometre of beautiful sand, dunes and wild rolling waves – is one of Ibiza’s official nudist beaches. It is home to the Chiringay bar, the high-end La Escollera restaurant and also one of my favourite

Four Seasons Resort Langkawi

The Four Seasons in Langkawi is a secluded bolthole within a traditional Malay 'kampung' village setting. The property is spread over 48 acres of tropical gardens between lush thickets of emerald jungle, limestone rock formations and the talcum-white sands of a private beach that stretches as far as the eye can see. Located on the northern tip of Langkawi Island, just

Paranormal activity meets history on Florida ghost tours

Larry Lawson spent his career in law enforcement investigating crimes. In retirement, using those same skills, he’s seeking out evidence of paranormal activity through Indian River Hauntings historical ghost tours. “You’d be surprised by how many cops are paranormal investigators on the side,” Lawson told me. “This is truly an extension for a lot of us for what we do.” In 1980

Viking Ocean Cruises Takes Delivery of Sixth Ship

The sixth ship in Viking Ocean Cruises' fleet, Viking Jupiter, was officially delivered to the line today at the Fincantieri shipyard in Alcona, Italy. Like its nearly identical fleetmates, the 930-passenger ship will operate destination-intensive cruises and include several perks in its fare. Viking Jupiter will sail a mix of Mediterranean and Northern Europe itineraries during its

Why You Should Visit Egypt This Year

The unveiling of the game-changing Grand Egyptian Museum has been delayed again. And yet the news from the ground is that, for the first time in eight years, there’s a wait list for Cairo hotels and boat trips along the Nile. After a tumultuous few years, Egypt, it seems, is back on the map. It had been hoped that the $1 billion sleek marble temple to the country’s

Mayim Bialik rants against United Airlines crew for shutting boarding door 'in my face'

Mayim Bialik has a few words for United Airlines. And they aren't happy ones. "The Big Bang Theory" actress tweeted Sunday night that a flight attendant shut the boarding gate in her face. "To the @UnitedAirlines flight attendant who shut the boarding gate in my face," Bialik wrote. "I made my connecting flight in Houston. it was a tight squeeze but You said there were plenty

United Airlines Is Courting Business Travelers Aggressively

United Continental (NASDAQ:UAL) spent much of the past decade as the laughingstock of the airline industry. A series of customer-service gaffes and mediocre service led to erosion of its once-loyal customer base. Delta Air Lines (NYSE:DAL) capitalized on the opportunity to poach some of United's most valuable customers, enabling it to consistently outperform the

13 of the world's most beautiful libraries

Whether you happen to be a bookworm or not, libraries are somewhat akin to churches; they inspire a curious sense of quiet wonder as son as you step inside. Certainly for photographer Reinhard Görner, who has spent nearly a decade travelling the world to capture the most spectacular examples - a collection that amounts to more than 50. Above all in its splendour is

Thomas Edison is born

1,093 patents were issued to Thomas A. Edison during his lifetime, the last at age 83. He was born February 11, 1846 in Milan, Ohio. He was nothing short of practical, saying once that he never wasted time inventing things people did not want to buy. Almost deaf since childhood, he famously

Delta Air Lines apologizes for 'creepy' Diet Coke napkins, is removing them from flights

Delta Air Lines and Coca Cola have apologized for creepy in-flight napkins that featured a spot for passengers to write their phone number to pass onto their "plane crush." The airlines said in a statement that it was already in the process of removing the offending Diet Coke napkins from flights even before a social media outcry from passengers. “We rotate Coke products

10 Amazing Ways to See the U.S. by Cruise Ship

The right cruise can put joy back into the journey, making everything from departure to the final destination and return trip part of the actual vacation. Maximize relaxation time by keeping close to home — because you don’t have to go far to find wonder in this world. “Domestic cruising is brilliant,” says Lisa Niver, a Virtuoso travel advisor and cruising expert who spent

The First Three Things You Should Find in Every City You Visit

When you leave home to travel, you’re leaving behind your support system. It’s easy to forget all the things you rely on — like regular access to food, medicine, money and information — until you don’t have them anymore. Fortunately, you can find a substitute for your basic needs in every city you travel to. Whether you’re traveling for vacation or business, there are three

Ghana is being heralded as the next big tourist destination. Here's why

When some of the most well-known faces from the African diaspora arrived for a recent vacation in Accra, Ghana, it looked like just another gathering of famous people. Actors including Idris Elba rubbed shoulders with supermodel Naomi Campbell, TV sports presenter Mike Hill, and author Luvvie Ajayi. Behind this meet-up of box office stars, fashion royalty and top

American Airlines pilot arrested on suspicion of trying to fly while drunk

An American Airlines flight to Philadelphia was cancelled after the pilot was arrested on suspicion of being drunk. The 62-year-old unnamed crew member was detained at Manchester Airport on 7 February and flight AA735 to the US was canned as a result. American Airlines apologised for the disruption and said in a statement: “We are fully cooperating with local law

Five historic hotels with guided tours that bring the past to life

For travelers who seek out historic hotels, learning about a property firsthand and from an expert is a lovely perk. No brochure or website can make history come alive — or indulge questions — the way a human guide can. In fact, for many travelers, guided tours are the highlight of trips to such iconic properties as the Greenbrier Resort in West Virginia, which served as a

TSA Discovered a Record Number of Guns in 2018

Last year, the TSA had to deal with more than just deer antlers and fake corpses. In 2018, the agency discovered a record-setting 4,239 firearms in carry-on bags at checkpoints across the country; an increase of seven percent over 2017—and average of 81.6 firearms per week and 11.6 firearms per day, according to a new release from the TSA. Another record?

Disney Cruises: Three new ships to be added to the fleet

The Disney Cruise Line has plans for three new vessels, increasing its fleet of luxury cruise liners to seven. The three new ships will be the largest in the fleet at approximately 140,000 gross tons each and with about 1,250 guest staterooms. The ships, unnamed for now, are scheduled to set sail in 2021, 2022 and 2023. The new ships will maintain the Disney style but

3 Chicago Hotels Make Top 10 List, Only City With That Distinction

Three Chicago hotels made the list of top 10 U.S. hotels named Thursday (Feb. 7) by U.S. News and World report, making Chicago the only city to hold such a distinction. The Peninsula Chicago came in at No. 2, followed by Four Seasons Hotel Chicago at No. 5 and The Langham Chicago at No. 7. The annual ranking considers more than 30,000 luxury hotels and

Emerald Waterways Adds New Fitness Classes to Active Programming

River cruise line Emerald Waterways is upping the ante on its active programming with the addition of new onboard fitness classes. The classes, debuting on Emerald Waterways' seven Europe-based Star Ships in April 2019, include yoga, Pilates, aqua aerobics in the indoor heated pools, and one-mile walks on the open-air track. Each class will be coordinated by an

Those Who Wrongly Fretted About Declining Travel Demand in 2018 Are Only A Bit More Optimistic Now

A year after fretting publicly about declining travel demand, especially among foreigners coming to the United States, U.S. travel promotion officials now admit 2018 saw surprising growth in demand. Yet some of the same people who missed their forecast last year by a mile now admit, only grudgingly it seems, that travel demand will continue to be reasonably strong this

Pracha Rat Bamphen Road: Bangkok's next Chinatown?

A new generation of Chinese immigrants, entrepreneurs and tourists is creating what may eventually become Bangkok's next Chinatown, an area specializing in inexpensive Yunnan and Sichuan cuisine plus bird's nest masks, salmon "sperm extract" and other exotic cosmetics. This neighborhood, in the city's Huai Khwang district, has been evolving on narrow Pracha Rat

Mary Queen of Scots is beheaded

For 19 years Mary Stuart lived in gentle confinement, the "guest" of Queen Elizabeth I. Mary Queen of Scots' impetuous nature and boldness kept her in trouble with her royal relations. She had conspired in the death of her husband with her lover, the act for which she was driven from

South African Airways Offers Special Travel Industry Fares For 2019 Tourism Shows In South Africa

Fort Lauderdale, FL (February 6, 2019) - South African Airways (SAA), the national flag carrier of South Africa is offering special travel fares in both Premium Business and Economy Class to our travel partners and industry colleagues that are planning to attend the International Luxury Travel

Charles Dickens is born

The great English novelist Charles Dickens, was born on February 7, 1812. Dickens was born in Landport, Portsmouth in Hampshire, the second of eight children in a solidly middle class family. However, financial hardship befell the family and his father was sent to a debtor's prison. Dickens

Valentine's Day Gift Guide: Travel Gifts To Spark Joy In Marie Kondo Fans

Since Netflix premiered “Tidying Up with Marie Kondo” on January 1, Americans have found themselves happily cleaning out their closets and following the tiny tidy-er’s advice to toss anything that doesn’t “spark joy.” Kondo has shown viewers how to fold, organize and experience what she originally called, in her bestselling book, “The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up.” For

Love Southwest Airlines? You could fly for free as a 'Storyteller'

If you've got an Instagram account, you could fly for free on Southwest Airlines as a winner of its Storyteller Contest. The budget airline is looking for 10 "social influencers" to explore its destinations in the United States, Mexico, Caribbean and Central America while creating "compelling content that will inspire others to create their own travel stories." To enter, submit

How this Australian tourist town rose from the ashes

It's only the forest of swaying Eucalyptus trees, marking the path up toward Steavenson Falls in Marysville, Victoria that betrays a hint of the calamity inflicted here 10 years ago. This forest tourist town in Australia was so badly ravaged by the intense flames of a raging bushfire on February 7, 2009 it was wiped off the map. Some trunks still wear a blackened outer

Bosnia's intriguing dessert made by 12 hands

Winters are dear to 53-year-old Azemina Ahmedbegović. Not because she is a big fan of snow or the cold, but because when she was growing up in the central Bosnian city of Visoko, this is when important social events would take place. These were special occasions, where friends and family would come together for ćetenija, a traditional Bosnian dessert made of sugar

The UK’s best living museums: readers’ top 10 travel tips

My daughter loves the school at this living museum at Newtonmore (on the Highland train line). She is taken back to when Granny was at school, with a strict teacher overseeing proceedings. The challenge is completing the writing test without smudging the ink, avoiding the dreaded Tawse (the thick leather belt that sends a shiver down her granny’s spine). The school

36 Hours in San Juan

Nearly a year and a half after Hurricane Maria, stories of hope and progress are emerging in Puerto Rico, just as the island’s tropical vegetation is flourishing once again. While there is still much work to be done, and some rural areas might not fully recover for years, the capital of San Juan has been humming along for months. With a few exceptions, shops, hotels and

Princess Cruises to Unveil Family-Friendly Pool Deck, Splash Zone on Caribbean Princess

In preparation for Caribbean Princess' summer season in the Caribbean, Princess Cruises will replace the ship's Pirate's View aft pool on Deck 17 with an all-new Reef Family Splash Zone. The line revealed details of the new concept, which will include a kiddie pool as well as ample lounging space; the existing pool, hot tub and bar also will be upgraded with new signage and

Princess Cruises resumes calls after private island in the Bahamas catches on fire

Princess Cruises is resuming calls to its Princess Cays private island in Eleuthera, Bahamas, after a fire Jan. 28 damaged an operations buildings on the island's south side. The first scheduled call is Monday. A fire broke out late Jan. 28 on Princess Cruises' private island in Eleuthera, Bahamas, the cruise line confirmed in a statement to USA TODAY. The fire occurred at 11

United adds upgrade-friendly premium seats in battle for big spenders

Looking for an upgrade? Tired of cramped regional jets? United wants to be your airline. United says it’s adding more than 1,600 premium seats to about 250 of its aircraft, part of an effort to compete against rivals for high-spending road warriors. The carrier is even planning to introduce a new type of 50-seat regional jet. Complete with first-class seats and a self-serve

Checking Into a Former Monastery in Tel Aviv: Inside The Jaffa Hotel

Rumors flew in 2015 that W Hotels was bringing an outpost to Israel’s 24/7 beachfront metropolis. It seemed indicative of the feeling here—the cool hipster wave washing through Tel Aviv’s galleries, innovative restaurants, and buzzing nightlife, the neighborhood of Jaffa in the thick of it. Now, finally, the doors of the 120-room hotel are open—not as a W, but as part of the

The Chef Behind the World's Best Restaurant Is Opening an Inn in Italy This Spring

World-class Osteria Francescana chef, restaurateur, Chef’s Table star: Massimo Bottura has plenty of accolades under his belt, and he’s about to add another—innkeeper. This spring, Bottura and his wife, Lara Gilmore, will open a 12-room inn in Emilia-Romagna, near Modena, reports The Wall Street Journal. This is the first time Bottura has delved into the hotel realm, a

Retired Boeing 747 makes epic final road trip

A decommissioned Boeing 747-400, once flown commercially by Dutch airline KLM, is now undertaking an unusual final trip. Acquired by Corendon Hotels & Resorts, the aircraft recently made its final departure from Amsterdam's Schiphol Airport -- by road. On February 10, the plane formerly known as the "City of Bangkok" will travel almost eight miles (12.5 kilometers) to its

Travel to US rises just modestly as international trips are hit by Trump policy, rhetoric

President Donald Trump's "America First" credo is setting the country back in the global race to attract foreign visitors, a new study argues. Overseas visits to the U.S. grew meekly for the second straight year in 2018 amid Trump’s isolationist policies and rhetoric, a strong dollar and a slowing global economy, according to an analysis of government and private data by

How to Use Siri as a Travel Tool—She Can Help You Find Parking, Open Your Hotel Room, and More

Travel would be so much better if we all had a personal assistant. Well, it turns out we all do. She’s just in our pockets. If you’ve ever thought Siri would only be useful for the occasional Google search or to call your friends when your hands are full, you’d be surprised to learn that she can do so much more. Especially when it comes to travel. If you’re working with iOS12

12 world-famous landmarks that every travel buff should visit

One of the best parts about travel is seeing a site that makes your jaw drop. It could be a snow-capped mountain, a decadent cathedral, a historical monument, or even a well-known landmark. Even if you're an experienced traveler who prefers less crowded destinations, many world-famous sites are worth seeing. Here are 12 spectacular landmarks every travel buff should

World's largest cruise ship suite to feature $200,000 bed

Come 2020, cruise fans will be able to wake up from the comfort of a $200,000 bed inside what will be the world's largest cruise ship suite. The super luxurious room, dubbed the Regent Suite, is part of Regent Seven Seas' upcoming vessel, Seven Seas Splendor. The suite spans 4,443 square feet -- encompassing a swanky master bedroom, guest bedroom, private dining

Germania airline is latest European carrier to go bust

German airline Germania grounded its planes on Tuesday after filing for insolvency as it failed to secure short-term financing to stay aloft. The Berlin-based airline, which carried more than 4 million passengers a year on scheduled and chartered short- and medium-haul flights, blamed factors such as an increase in fuel prices last summer. The decision came less than a month

Going to the Galápagos Is Easier and Cheaper Than Ever. That Might Not Be a Good Thing.

“The archipelago is a little world within itself,” a young Charles Darwin mused in his London study in 1839. Four years earlier, the aspiring naturalist had spent five weeks on the Galápagos Islands, some 600 miles off the coast of Ecuador. So taken by the “extreme tameness” of the species he encountered, he wasn’t an ideal visitor by today’s standards: He hopped on the

World-class wine and empty beaches: Why the Fleurieu peninsula is Australia's best kept secret

Rather unusually, as a travel writer, this is a destination I don't particularly want to tell you about. It's a corner of the world so bizarrely unlauded and so disproportionately beautiful; so quiet and uncluttered; so sun-drenched and breezy; so rich in its offerings - I'd really rather it stayed that way, under-populated with not a selfie stick in sight. It happens to be my father's

Hotel booking sites forced to end misleading sales tactics

Hotel booking sites will be forced to make major changes after Britain’s competition watchdog found they routinely engaged in pressure selling, misled consumers over prices and gave more prominence to hotels that paid the most commission. The Competition and Markets Authority is clamping down on websites including Expedia, Booking.com and Hotels.com over

This Former County Jail Is the Best Bed and Breakfast in the U.S., According to TripAdvisor

At this B&B, if you get in, you may not get out — at least not without an appeal. Just kidding. While some people are always on the lookout for somewhere luxurious to stay on vacation, others are more in the market for something a little bit weird, and this bed and breakfast is definitely the most unique stay you can find in the U.S. According to Los Angeles Times, the Jail

'King Kong' to Go on Rampage at Japanese Resort

Broadway’s beast is heading east. Nederlander Worldwide Entertainment is planning to present the musical King Kong in Japan. The startling show, which some critics believe is “better suited for an arena spectacle or theme-park attraction” than a Broadway theater, will be staged at a large venue to be built as part of a new Hard Rock entertainment resort on the island of

The Best European Destinations For 2019 Revealed

Budapest has been voted the #1 European destination for 2019 from 20 “must-see” locations that made the finalists’ list of contenders for the coveted title organized by European Best Destinations (EBD). For its tenth edition, the competition collected a record of more than 500,000 votes for the trendiest destinations in Europe that will be promoted throughout the

Elizabeth II becomes Queen

On February 6th, 1952 Elizabeth Alexandra Mary was at the Treetops Hotel in Kenya. Her husband, Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh broke the news to her that George VI, the king of the United Kingdom and her father, had died peacefully in his sleep at age 56. She was asked what she

Valentine's Day Gift Guide: The Most Comfortable Travel Clothes

When it comes to travel, anything that makes you more comfortable is a real find. There’s nothing worse than having the wrong clothes with you, leaving you shivering or sweating, tugging on tight jeans or feeling pretty good but looking like a schlub. These clothes will get you through security, through ever-changing plane temperatures, and through international

The Travel Company Making Machu Picchu Wheelchair Accessible

Machu Picchu, the dazzling Inca city built nearly 8,000 feet above sea-level atop Peru’s Andes mountains, is comprised of sprawling terraces, narrow lanes and more than 100 flights of stairs. More than 1 million tourists make the challenging trek through Machu Picchu each year; now, people in wheelchairs will also get a chance to experience this world wonder

Super-luxe airport lounges of the world

Airline lounges are hardly created equal. Many have bare-bones amenities, limited seating and far too many people. These extremely average lounges are often just a step up from the cramped gate area. The more premium ones, however, are fine for killing an hour or two between flights. They offer tasty, if predictable, food, reliable Wifi, and comfortable chairs and

Siri Is Actually a Great Travel Tool -- Here's How She Can Help You Find Parking, Open Your Hotel Room and More

Travel would be so much better if we all had a personal assistant. Well, it turns out we all do. She’s just in our pockets. If you’ve ever thought Siri would only be useful for the occasional Google search or to call your friends when your hands are full, you’d be surprised to learn that she can do so much more. Especially when it comes to travel

Southwest Airlines: First Hawaii test flight is today

Southwest Airlines appears to be inching ever-closer to launching its long-anticipated service to Hawaii. The carrier plans to make its first flight to the state this week, the airline confirmed Monday. But there won’t be any passengers on board. Instead, the flight from Oakland, California, to Honolulu, will be a proving flight that’s part of Southwest’s effort to secure the "ETOPS"

Carnival Cruise Line Partners with Michaels to Offer New Onboard Craft Activity

Craft lovers on Carnival cruises can now preserve their vacation memories in a variety of creative ways, through the line's new partnership with art supplies retailer Michaels. Available across the fleet, the "Make It with Michaels" experience allows passengers to create personalized key chains, bracelets, picture frames and other merchandise to bring home as souvenirs

Billionaires, Luxury Hotels Flock to Japan’s Answer to the Swiss Alps

Niseko in Japan’s snowy northern island of Hokkaido is emerging as Asia’s answer to Aspen and St. Moritz, drawing billionaires to its slopes and, soon, global hotel brands like Park Hyatt, Ritz-Carlton and Aman

36 Hours in St. Moritz

A tiny Swiss mountain town with a big, glitz-infused name, St. Moritz is the winter getaway that made the ski holiday a high-life ideal. As far back as the 1860s, a patrician British contingent was spending the cold months in the winter sun here; by the 1960s, the jet set had anointed St. Moritz the hallowed ski spot of wealthy scions and the internationally fabulous. In the

Hotel guests are baffled by after-the-fact damage charges. Here’s what’s going on.

After Doris Weller checked out of the Hampton Inn Parsippany, she assumed that she’d settled her bill. But the New Jersey hotel had a final surprise: a mysterious $250 charge to her Discover card. A manager claimed that she’d damaged her bed, but offered no details. “I asked him to send me a copy of the incident they wrote up,” says Weller, a social worker from

Why Nelson Mandela's birthplace is South Africa's most underrated gem

After bumping and juddering down a dirt track for five minutes, we arrive at a round, Pepto-Bismol-pink house. A small board hanging from the wire fence announces “Kwa Nokrimesi Homestay”. It’s the only sign that we are in the right place: the village where Nelson Mandela is buried. Plump chickens scurry out of neat rows of vegetables to greet us, followed by a

The 10 best destinations for March sun

It’s not too late to plan an escape in March, ahead of the Easter rush. Below are 10 sultry shortcuts to the sun, but there are many more great destinations for March, or other months of the year, on The Heatseeker, our interactive tool that helps readers plan their holidays

The 10 best destinations for March sun

Chicago is a cradle of live theatre. It’s the U.S. city that nurtured the birth of improv; launched the world-renowned Lyric Opera, and boasts having five Tony award-winning musicals running concurrently. With more than 250 professional theatre companies, the city ranks third (after London and New York) in terms of the vibrancy of its theatre scene. This year, Mayor

6 Unusual Cruise Destinations For Your Next Trip

Are you looking to book a cruise but want to try something new and interesting? Perhaps you're looking for a hidden gem or just want to go somewhere that doesn't always get seen when people talk about going on a cruise. Here are a few favorite off-the-beaten-waterway cruises

Windstar Cruises Announces New Travel Agency Recognition Program

Seattle, WA, February 5, 2019 – Windstar Cruises is proud to announce a new travel agency recognition program dubbed Club 180, a riff on Windstar’s tagline that sailing with the small ship company is truly “180 Degrees from Ordinary.” The multi-tier travel agency recognition program is

The Tybee Bomb is Lost

Somewhere off the coast of South Carolina on the bottom of a shallow channel, lies an 11-foot-long canister. Written on it, a serial number: "No. 47782." It is a fully functional hydrogen bomb, lost by the US Military fifty years ago. On February 5, 1958, a B-47 bomber collided with a fighter

‘If Beale Street Could Talk’ Offers a Tour of a Lost New York

The film, directed by Barry Jenkins and nominated for three Academy Awards, was adapted from the 1974 James Baldwin novel and shot largely on the city’s streets. If you ask even a longtime New Yorker for directions to Minetta Lane, you will likely be met with a blank stare. The quaint one-way street, nestled in the heart of Manhattan’s Greenwich Village between

The under-the-radar, unsung beach towns of Florida

This was either a bar in south Florida, or a man cave in Braintree. I was surrounded by Boston Red Sox and New England Patriots paraphernalia. There was a Celtics game on TV. A woman sat beside me wearing a Gronk jersey and flip-flops and made Super Bowl predictions. “What’cha youse think?” she asked the bartender at the Village Pump, who I suspect had been

Making the most of your travel and awards points in 2019

With a new year comes new opportunities to save on travel with credit card miles and points — cash back, bonus points and statement credits on certain purchases. The world of points and miles can be tricky to navigate, which means you could miss out on potential savings. Here are some things to keep in mind as you scan the credit card landscape for 2019

Inside Germany's sausage hotel

What do you look for in a hotel interior? A calming color scheme? Crisp white sheets? Or what about wallpaper festooned with sausages, bratwurst-shaped cushions and IRL sausages hanging from hooks on the wall? Welcome to Boebel Bratwurst Bed and Breakfast, in the small village of Rittersbach near Nuremberg, Germany, which lays claim to being the world's first

Cruise giant Royal Caribbean is offering $136,000 for someone to travel the world and post on social media

For many people, a job is merely a way to fund their travels, and they never seem to have enough days of holiday. If this sounds familiar, your dream job may have just become available. Cruise company Royal Caribbean is looking for a new employee to sail round the globe, documenting their experiences on social media. The company is advertising for an

Trek back in time ‘to the real Nepal’

He ate all the rice. He threw rocks at the monkeys. He lied about the toilets and proved pathologically incapable of walking down a trail without veering off on some wild adventure. He sank the raft and brazenly encouraged hard drinking and ribaldry, especially among the old village ladies. Yes, Maila Gurung was undoubtedly one of the finest travel companions I have ever

South African Airways Announces "Fall In Love With South Africa" Special Fares Starting At $799* Roundtrip

Fort Lauderdale, FL (February 1, 2019) – February is the month to express our love, so South African Airways (SAA), a Skytrax 4-Star airline, announces a sweetheart of a deal with new low fares starting from $799* roundtrip to South Africa just in time for Valentine’s Day. Low fares are

Scilly season: why spring is the best time to visit

Golden Mary, Scilly White, Sunrise, Golden Spur, Emperor, Empress, Cheerfulness, Magnificence, Soleil d’Or. There is poetry in the names of daffodil and narcissi varieties sprouting from all corners of St Martin’s. This tiny island, barely two miles long and mostly less than half a mile wide, is filled with flowers in spring. The strong scent of narcissi wafts over the lanes, and the

Hamburg Airport staff strike cancels dozens of flights

A strike by the ground staff at Germany's Hamburg Airport has caused the cancellation of more than 50 flights. The ver.di labor union called ground staff out on a one-day strike starting at 3 a.m. Monday. The walkout was announced Sunday evening. The airport said airlines had canceled 58 of the day's scheduled 388 departures and arrivals at the airport in northern

Oprah Winfrey Christens Holland America's Nieuw Statendam Cruise Ship

Oprah Winfrey's first Girlfriends' Getaway cruise might have ended today, but it was only the beginning for Holland America Line's Nieuw Statendam, which officially was christened by the long-time talk-show host, movie star and philanthropist while the ship was docked in Fort Lauderdale's Port Everglades. In an intimate ceremony held in Nieuw Statendam's high-tech World

This is the secret to getting a hotel-room upgrade

When it comes to a hotel-room upgrade, ask and you shall receive. That’s right, a polite request can sometimes do the trick, which surprises frequent guests like Allan Jordan. It might surprise you, too. After all, for years everyone thought the color of your loyalty card determined the chance of a hotel-room upgrade. And while status still can make a difference, there’s a new

Going to a spa? Try the original one, in Belgium.

“Thirsty?” asks the flight attendant as she hands me a blue bottle. I twist the cap and sip the crisp, slightly acidic water. One look at the label, Spa Reine, and I wonder if the advertising gods are tracking me. Spa. That’s where I am headed. No, not to the spa — to the Belgian town. Last year, after several grueling weeks spent juggling teenagers, dogs and deadlines, I sat at

These products make it easy to travel safer, lighter and smarter

Travelers are always looking for ways to travel safer, lighter, easier and better. Here are 10 new products that will help you do just that

Meet the Woman Who Helped Book Hotel Rooms for 80 Homeless People in Freezing Chicago

A little kindness goes a long way, especially for those who need shelter when disastrous weather strikes. Earlier this week, as the Midwest was hunkering down for subzero temperatures and piles of snow, many homeless people across the region were left without many (or any) resources to keep them safe from the dangerous weather. That’s when one anonymous donor in

George Washington Elected President

There were giants in those days. The Electoral College unanimously elected Washington, the only time a president has received 100% of the vote, in 1789, with John Adams elected as his vice president. He was not a member of a political party. Washington took office on April 30, 1789 and

Kids Who Travel Do Better In School

I’ve always believed in the healing and educational power of travel. And now that I’m a not-so-new dad of a 6-year old (who has more stamps in his second passport than I had when I was 27!) I’m an even stronger advocate for traveling with your kids at every age, as long as, ahem, a minimum level of “luxury” is available for the parents.

Costa Rica Is an Eco-Destination—It's Also a Gay One

If there’s one thing Costa Ricans value above all else, it’s community. Pura vida is more than a friendly motto written on hats or T-shirts for tourists to buy at souvenir shops. Directly translated as “pure life,” it is closer to American ideas of the “simple life.” And in Costa Rica, the concept is part of their heritage

Lost in the romance of travel on board the Eastern and Oriental express

A luxury train journey was once the preferred way to travel across continents. For the elite guests of the fabled Orient-Express that ran from Paris to Istanbul, the trip itself was the destination. The hobnobbing, fine dining, and the promise of romance on board made the inconvenience of train travel more than just bearable, but exciting, too.

10 places to visit during ‘shoulder season,’ the sweet spot between high and low periods

Summer in Santa Fe can be chaotic, the locals kept cautioning us, describing downtown’s sidewalks crammed with visitors. Hard to picture New Mexico’s capital that way on a crisp and sunny day in early December, as my wife and I leisurely strolled past the art galleries on near-empty Canyon Road.

Cruise Lines Use Technology to Add the Personal Touch

Global cruise lines are rolling out new technology to help servers deliver cocktails to passengers who have wandered off, address travelers by name on ships carrying thousands of passengers and shrink the boarding process to 10 minutes from one hour. The companies say they are using technology to reduce the most common passenger complaints and make these huge floating vacation cities feel more personal.

Why Solo Travelers Should Reconsider a Cruise

Melissa Preston had just finished an intensive four-year stint working in Indonesia when she decided she deserved a vacation. She was curious about taking a cruise, her first ever, but hesitated—she usually travels solo. Would she be hit with that infamous "solo tax"? As a veteran globetrotter, Preston knew the

Collette Tours' Anniversary Jitney Trip Highlights 100 Years of Travel

What was tourism like 100 years ago in the US? Collette Tours has the answer. The Rhode Island-based tour operator has been in existence since 1918, the year entrepreneur, Jack Collette got himself a jitney (a bus that makes frequent stops) and took a group of travelers from Providence, Rhode Island to St. Augustine, Florida.

Drunken WestJet passenger ordered to pay airline $21K in fuel costs

A British man whose drunken antics forced a Jan. 4 WestJet plane from Calgary to London to have to turn around now has to pay $21,260.68 to the airline to account for fuel costs. David Steven Young, 44, pleaded guilty to resisting arrest and not adhering to safety instructions. "Mr. Young was sentenced to

Hey Super Bowl fans! Welcome to the world's busiest airport

To the 150,000 people flying into Atlanta for the 53rd annual Super Bowl — welcome! Despite the extreme winter weather , you've landed at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, the world's busiest passenger airport. We handled nearly 104 million passengers in 2017. Think of it as the biggest transfer point in the known universe.

Yotel brings micro hotel rooms to SF with Friday opening

After four years of city approvals and construction, Yotel will open Friday in San Francisco’s Mid-Market neighborhood. The 203-room hotel in the historic Grant Building at 1095 Market St. offers rooms that are smaller and less expensive than nearby lodgings in the city.

The Galaxy's First Luxury Space Hotel Is Already Sold Out For Months

In the off chance you have nearly $10 million burning a hole in your pocket and you really want to go on vacation to outer space, have we got a trip for you. The Aurora Station from Orion Span, a.k.a. the world's first luxury space hotel, is currently accepting reservations for its maiden voyage in 2022...and it's already booked solid for four months.

Top holiday destinations 2019: this is where Lonely Planet thinks you should be visiting this year

Ever been to Sri Lanka, Zimbabwe or Kyrgyzstan? What about a city break in Copenhagen in Denmark, Meknès in Morocco, or Novi Sad in Serbia? Or how about a holiday-themed around stargazing? If you’ve not considered any of these places or themes, you’re not an on-trend traveller, according to the world's biggest travel publisher, Lonely Planet.

New York's Grand Central Station Opens

Grand Central Terminal ("Station" is not a part of its official name) at 42nd Street and Park Avenue in Midtown Manhattan was built by the New York Central Railroad. The terminal represents the largest train station in the world gauged by the number of tracks. Grand Central contains restaurants, delis, bakeries, news stands

Sri Lanka, an Island Nation That Is Best Savored Slowly

It’s common while traveling to be approached by locals trying to make a few a bucks by offering to show you around. I typically respond with a polite “no,” but on this particular morning in Kandy, a small city in the center of Sri Lanka, I was looking for someone to take me on a tour of the sights. Santha, a small, middle-aged man with a

Polar vortex causes another lousy travel day for fliers, over 3,500 flights canceled

Apologies to anyone trying to fly out of Chicago. The bitter polar vortex caused hordes of flights to be canceled across the country on Wednesday, with almost 2,000 flights canceled at Chicago's O'Hare and Midway airports alone. In total, with a mass of extremely cold air freezing out the Midwest and Northeast

The 20 Best Cruises To Take In 2019

Cruising has never been hotter. According to the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), 30 million people are expected to sail the high seas in 2019 — that's up from 17.8 million in 2009. And a whopping 21 ships are launching in 2019, adding to an already crowded marketplace. The good news is that you

Most Romantic Cruises from Florida

Set sail for romance this Valentine’s Day with these easy to reach cruises from Florida that are all made for romance with an ocean’s worth of special treats for two.

The best hotels in North America and the Caribbean

Once home to Pearl's Brewhouse, a 19th-century building on the San Antonio waterfront now houses one of the city's most elegant hotels. Hotel Emma, built in 1894, has a beautiful lobby, stunning library, luxurious rooms and and rooftop pool. Now it also has a AAA's Five Diamond rating, one of only 10 new properties

10 of the best cognac distillers, tours and tastings, France

Cognac is one of France’s most iconic products, yet little of it is consumed at home: 98% is exported. Authentic cognac can only be produced from a specific region but this vast vineyard stretches from the grand town of Cognac itself inland across the Charente region and over to the Atlantic coast.

Growing Travel and Tourism Industry is Creating Millions of Jobs across Asia Pacific

With the digital transitioning into the core of every business and every industry, the disruption in the employment landscape of the Asia Pacific is well underway. The present job market has come a long way from what it actually had been a decade ago as it is no longer a bit similar to what it had been earlier.

10 of the best places to go on a solo trip

There's nothing like a well-earned sabbatical to escape the demands of life's everyday stresses. But, what if you have the perfect trip in mind and no one to go with? Go alone. Solo trips are growing in popularity each year. According to a May 2018 report from The Telegraph, one in nine vacationers

The Best Copenhagen Travel Tips From Our Readers

Get hygge with it! Has anyone crocheted that into an afghan yet? The trendy Danish word for coziness is pronounced “hoo-guh” but we do not care! This week Hack Your City covered Denmark’s coastal capital Copenhagen. Here’s what we learned from our commenters:

How much luggage you can bring on every US domestic flight and how much it will cost you

Everyone loves a good bargain, and travelers are no exception. Although budget airlines offer cheaper plane tickets, they often charge extra for luggage. To find out the extent to which baggage fees factor into travel costs, INSIDER researched and compared various US airlines' policies. As a note, these are the

The Most Exciting New Flight Routes Coming This Spring

Stop thinking about the winter weather and start thinking about the fun you're going to have this spring. These recently-announced airline routes could be just the ticket if you’re headed to Atlanta for the Super Bowl showdown, to Traverse City, MI for July’s National Cherry Festival or just poking around for a hip and happening destination for that spring vacation.

Guy Fawkes is Hanged

The infamous Gunpowder Plot of 1605 was an attempt by a group of conspirators to kill King James I of England, his family, and most of the House of Lords by blowing up the Palace of Westminster during the State Opening of Parliament. Fawkes and his fellow conspirators, supporters of a Catholic England, rented a cellar room underneath the House of Lords and filled it with more than 1,800 pounds of gunpowder.

It’s Getting Very, Very, Very Cold Outside. Time to Run Away.

As the dreaded polar vortex promises record-breaking low temperatures across the Midwest this week, the dream of warmer climates takes hold. It’s summer somewhere, right? (Even without the frigid cold, nearly two out of three Americans say they regret not taking a warm-weather vacation last year, according to Airbnb).

The most underrated travel destination in every state

Straying off the beaten path provides a unique travel experience you can’t get by following an itinerary. Whether your favorite travel destinations consist of a beach, the mountains or the most beautiful city in the world, looking beyond the obvious tourist attractions gets you up close and personal with the people and places that make your trip memorable.

Airlines cancel hundreds of flights as 'dangerous' cold blasts US

Airlines canceled more than 1,600 flights in the Midwest on Wednesday as a blast of what federal forecasters called “dangerous” cold snarled operations. Temperatures will remain well below zero degrees Fahrenheit in the Chicago area on Wednesday and early Thursday with “dangerously cold wind

Warning Signs You're Staying at a Bad Hotel

No hotel is perfect, but unfortunately, some out there are so imperfect that staying there can turn your dream vacation into a nightmare. Travel experts share the signs that the hotel that you’re booking—or that you’ve just walked into—is not all it’s cracked up to be.

Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Home To The Perfect Beach, And Also An Art Destination

The Big Island of Hawai'i has no shortage of gorgeous beaches, but many are tricky spots for swimming. Kauna'oa Bay, often referred to as Mauna Kea Beach, is a perfect crescent, often as still as a lake because it's protected all around. This is the kind of beach where your child might first learn to ocean-swim

If You Make It A Goal To Travel Every Year Of Your 20s, These Are The Destinations To Choose

Every decade of your life brings something new. As a teenager, you may learn how to drive a car and get accepted to your dream college. You may try picking up a photography camera or fall in love for the very first time. It all prepares you for what's next — the best that's yet to come. Imagine this, though

Should you tip your flight attendant?

Travelers in the United States are used to tipping a multitude of people, from the baristas who make their frothy coffee concoctions to restaurant servers, parking valets, hotel housekeepers and Uber drivers. But tipping a flight attendant? It's largely unheard of. Almost all domestic US airlines have

Carnival reveals itineraries for Port Canaveral-bound cruise ship Mardi Gras

Carnival Cruise Line has marked the calendar for its arrival to Port Canaveral next year with its new ship Mardi Gras and cruises are on sale. The ship will sail into the Central Florida port on Oct. 15, 2020. Before it gets here, though, it will make a few pit stops in Europe and New York.

Machu Picchu now wheelchair accessible

Machu Picchu is estimated to be about 600 years old. But it has only been fully wheelchair accessible for a few months. Travel company Wheel the World has developed the first-ever wheelchair-accessible tour of the iconic site in Peru, which is considered one of the wonders of the world. The company was the brainchild of two longtime best friends from Chile

What you can learn from three of the most inspirational travel campaigns of 2018

2018 was a year full of advertising innovations: ads became more personalized, more dynamic, and more targeted than ever before. Travel advertising was no different; hotels, airlines, tourist organizations, cruises and rental cars delivered emotionally engaging, inspirational and fun campaigns.

American Cruise Lines Celebrates 2018 as its Most Award-Winning Year Ever! Winning 13 Prestigious Travel Industry Awards

GUILFORD, CT—January 29, 2019— Fresh off 2018’s history-making debut of American Song, the 1st modern riverboat in the U.S., American Cruise Lines is pleased to announce that 2018 was also its most award-winning year ever—receiving 13 awards from the most prestigious publications and respected institutions in the travel industry.

King Charles I is beheaded

The British have always had an interesting relationship with their monarchs. Charles I reigned from March 1625 until his death in 1649. His death, however, holds a certain distinction: Charles I was the only British monarch ever put to death by the Parliament of England. The King's policies did not win him any friends

Carnival Cruise Line Redesigns Iconic Ship Trophy

Carnival Cruise Line has made the ultimate step by redesigning the iconic Plastic Ship on a Stick trophy which can be won by cruise guests. That much wanted Carnival Ship on a Stick has received an upgrade! The trophy has an updated design and kind of looks more modern in today’s world. Carnival Cruise Line Ambassador posted a

Ritz-Carlton's New Cruise Line Reveals Closer Look at Accommodations

The suites on Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection's first-ever ships will be reminiscent of the brand's Residences in Sunny Isles, Miami Beach and Los Angeles -- as unveiled today in new renderings released by the line. Azora, the first of three identical new builds, will begin sailing in February 2020. "The distinct design of The Ritz-Carlton Yacht

More winter travel woes: Tuesday flight cancellations top 900

You might be grounded. The travel troubles from Monday's snowstorm in the Midwest, combined with forecasts calling for more snow and icy conditions in the South and Northeast, have already forced airlines to cancel more than 900 Tuesday flights. Atlanta is looking like Tuesday's biggest trouble spot, with nearly 300 flights to and from

Angry Airline Passenger Slaps Airport Staff During Security Check

An angry tourist slapped an airport staff at a security check-in at Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport on Saturday. The incident took place in the departure area when the South Korean tourist was going through baggage check-in accompanied by a man. As she walked through the full body scanner

This Book List Will Help You Check Off Your Travel Bucket List

I've already made my travel bucket list so I reached out to my bibliotherapist, librarian Rachel Stevenson, for a book list to help me accomplish it. Get ready to make a couple of lists of your own. So it’s a new year and everyone’s making their travel resolutions and bucket lists. Any book

What Headwinds? Airlines to Book Their 10th Straight Year of Profitability

Domestic airlines weren’t exempt from the rout that hit stocks in December, the market’s worst month since the Great Recession. Shares of all four major U.S. carriers—American, Delta, United Continental and Southwest—saw double-digit losses. Delta ended December down 17.8 percent, its worst month

Screen-free hotel in Sweden offering free hotel rooms to social media addicts

How would you like to get a free hotel room? Well, of course you would. But, there’s a catch. You can’t brag about it on social media. Actually, you can’t really do very much at all on social media because this hotel room's rate is entirely determined on how addicted you are to Facebook, Snapchat, Twitter, Instagram...

10 Inspiring Trips To Celebrate International Women's Day

Every year on March 8, International Women’s Day celebrates the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women across the globe, and this year's theme is #BalanceForBetter. In honor of this important day, the travel industry is increasingly developing female-focused trips that can have a life-changing

Choose a guided tour for your next escape

The world was once a daunting place, an expansive challenge to navigate, where travelling was very difficult; you had to understand maps, overcome language barriers and spend hours planning your itinerary. Today, it’s completely different as an ever-increasing number of people

Shifting notion of luxury in travel- Business News

Throughout the world market, travel aspirations are undergoing a change and the definition of luxury is no longer limited to opulence alone. Apart from traditional perceptions, luxury experiences now carry a more multi-layered meaning, at the centre of which lies self-actualisation

Traversing Africa’s beauty via rail

Travel back in time by about 100 years, and you’ll find the African continent defined – and divided – by its railways. While infrastructure has declined over the ensuing decades, the continent has, latterly, plunged millions of dollars into infrastructure.

6 undiscovered destinations to visit before the tourists take over

Like to blaze a trail when it comes to discovering the next holiday hotspot? Here are half a dozen lesser-known destinations we reckon you should check out, all gratifyingly obscure, out of the ordinary and off the beaten track. Just don’t wait too long to get there – they’re all tipped to take off big time in the very near future…

King George III Dies

George III was the third British monarch of the House of Hanover, all of whom were of German, not British descent. In fact, he was the first of the Hanovers to actually be born in Britain and speak English as his first language. But his reign was not an easy one, marked by decisive military struggles. Early in his reign, England defeated France in the Seven Years' War, setting the stage for Great Britain’s dominance in North America

4,000 Miles, Seven Countries: An African Adventure on Two Wheels

The whirring bikes streaked over the rough ribbon of asphalt through the Sahara in Mauritania, and the intensity of the landscape shifted. Miles of flat, desolate sand stretched to the horizon in all directions, dissolving into an immense dome of pale blue. The sun in the cloudless sky was so searing it had bleached the bones of a camel

The 10 coolest places for Instagram photos in SA

Ever wondered which holiday destination enjoys the most traffic on social media? International travel agent Big 7 Travel researched destination trends on Instagram and has now released a list of the countries of which people share the most pics on Instagram. South Africa boasts in fifth place on the list, with awesome pictures that

Henry VIII Dies

The second Tudor King consolidated power in the monarchy in a manner that made him perhaps the most powerful of British kings. Famously married six times, Henry's love life landed him cross-ways with the Roman Church - a circumstance that he chose to deal with by declaring himself

Princess Cruises Debuts Largest Balconies at Sea

Princess Cruises, a pioneer in building cruise ships specifically designed to include an array of the most sought-after shipboard features – the private balcony – continues to innovate by introducing the cruise industry's largest balconies at sea, available when sailing in the Sky Suites onboard the new Sky Princess, launching in October 2019.

January route roundup: Where airlines are adding, and cutting, service

Airlines constantly tweak their schedules, trying to find profitable new routes or pulling the plug on ones that have underperformed. Airports and communities court these new services. There are dozens of changes to airline routes each month. Here's a look at some of the most interesting:

How To Get Started With Airline Miles And Points In 2019

Have you been reading travel blogs and articles about people just like you who save money and take amazing trips using only points and miles? Perhaps you've wanted to do something similar but aren't quite sure where to start. Here are some ways to make 2019 a great year for points and airline miles.

Caesars unveils first non-gaming hotel in United States

Caesars Entertainment says its first non-gaming hotel in the United States will open in Arizona. The company announced Monday its partnering with Aimbridge Hospitality for Caesars Republic Scottsdale, a four-star, 11-story hotel with 266 rooms located near Scottsdale Fashion Square. Groundbreaking is scheduled for later this year.

Intelity raises $44 million for hotel guest engagement cloud services

Intelity has raised $44 million to bring cloud services to more hotels, enabling them to manage staff and let guests order room service via tablets or smartphones. The money comes from Philadelphia-based private equity firm LLR Partners. Intelity aims to provide customers with the most direct and advanced connection to their guests while also

2019 bucket list: 6 stunning nature destinations in the Philippines

When it comes to breathtaking natural scenery and beaches, the likes of Palawan and Batanes usually come to mind. The Philippines, though, with its thousands of islands and mountains, has far more to offer. Here are some not-so-usual destinations you might want to consider for your next nature trip.

5 underrated beach destinations in India that need more exposure

India is a country you can find plenty of beaches both added to the beauty and the crowd. It is actually very difficult to find some beaches where one can spend a holiday nicely. It’s not that there are no such places, but the reason is that they have not got the required recognition that they deserve. Here is a list of 5 underrated beach

Why Food Tours When Traveling Is A Treat For Kids And Adults

Raising adventurous young eaters can be exciting or daunting, depending on the child. And if you have more than one child, there is no expectation that they’ll love the same things. In fact, on some days it seems the only thing my two kids have in common is that they eat. When we travel, we love sampling the local cuisine and finding culinary

Italy's practically perfect food

It’s like a culinary riddle: what is a food made of only three ingredients where the main processing is done by invisible workers; which can be eaten as an appetizer, condiment or dessert; and which is prescribed by doctors to cure ailments? Need a hint? It’s also a dairy product… that can be eaten by the lactose-intolerant. The answer: Parmigiano-Reggiano

Qatar builds luxury paradise off Doha coast

What do you think about when you think of a Doha vacation? Dune-bashing drives into the desert, perhaps? Or splashing out in style inside vast malls and seaside strolling in the shadow of glitzy skyscrapers? Just off the coast of the Qatari capital lies a whole different proposition. The aptly named, crescent-shaped Banana Island is a luxury resort on an artificial island. Since

Hurtigruten Cruise Line Unveils Tallest LED Screen at Sea

A seven-deck LED screen -- reportedly the tallest ever seen at sea -- will form the centrepiece of Hurtigruten's new 530-passenger expedition ship Roald Amundsen. Scheduled to launch this May, the first of the line's three Explorer Class vessels will feature the 17.5 metre tall by 6.5 metre wide screen, where onboard lectures and presentations will be broadcast live

Collette Announces New Executive Vice President Of Revenue Management & Pricing

Pawtucket, RI (January 10, 2019) – Collette, Rhode Island based international tour operator, announces the promotion of Jeff Roy to Executive Vice President of Revenue Management & Pricing. In this role, Jeff will continue to lead the Revenue Management and pricing teams

The League of Nations

On January 25th, 1919, the Paris Peace conference approved a proposal to create the League of Nations to sustain lasting peace after the horrors of World War I. In June of that year, 44 nations signed the Covenant of the League of Nations. However, the United States would not join, despite

These Are the Best Electric Toothbrushes to Pack, According to Travelers

While your toothbrush is probably one of the first things you add to your packing list, it’s likely also the one you put the least amount of thought into. It’s easy to just grab and go for manual toothbrush users, but for those of us who prefer the cleaning power of electric toothbrushes, a little more planning is necessary. Since electric toothbrushes can clean more plaque than

Amid Government Shutdown, Air Travel Union Leaders Raise Safety Concerns

A little more than two weeks ago, 34 air travel unions released a joint statement, saying that the government shutdown—during which "most of the FAA staff who certify the safety of aircraft have been furloughed and safety reporting and oversight systems have been suspended"—was bringing with it high safety risk for the flying public. Now, 13 days later—and 33 days

Where to Eat, Sleep, and Play in Portland, Oregon's Coolest Neighborhood

A 38-foot arch flanked by two bronze-cast lions greets you as you enter Old Town Chinatown, in downtown Portland. Venture beyond the pagoda-style gates to discover the city’s most buzzed-about borough, a rapidly-developing area that was once home to one of the country’s largest Chinese-American communities. The neighborhood has always been one of our favorite

The city defined by kebabs

Istanbul maybe the city where continents meet, but it's also where they meat -- its chaos of culinary influences defined by their myriad recipes for the famous Turkish kebab. It's made a superstar out of one meat-loving chef, Internet sensation Salt Bae, and continues to tantalize the taste buds of millions of visitors every year. Food and the hospitality that goes with it, say

Greece's answer to the Amalfi Coast

From colorful Parga and the stunning beaches of Sivota to the low-key port of Preveza, the Epirotic coast is dazzling. Characterized as the Greek Amalfi Coast, though with its own allure, this endless coastline dotted with seaside villages, dreamy beaches, mountain villages, archaeological sites and amazing landscapes is still widely undiscovered

Hotel fires robot staff after guest complaints

The robot revolution is already underway, from automation to mechanical pets to machines that do just about anything a human can do. And while robotics may be the way of the future, it has more than a few of us worried that humans might eventually become obsolete, another victim of modernization. But we got some good news this week, in the form of pink slips

Why is hotel coffee so awful?

When it comes to hotel coffee, maybe it's time to wake up and smell it. Something smells, alright. Blame cheap, substandard coffee makers, low-quality coffee and sloppy housekeeping for an epidemic of bad hotel brew. But you can find a decent cup of joe on your next trip if you know where to look. How important is hotel coffee? Very important, according to a survey by Le

Will Travel For Food: Instagram Star Brian Lindo's Favorite Culinary City

You can probably guess what Brian Lindo’s Instagram Brian Can’t Stop Eating is about and yes, you will get hungry looking at it. As the name indicates, his account is filled with pictures of him enjoying pizza, burgers, desserts, pasta and much more at a wide range of restaurants. Growing up in a Jamaican household, family meals always played a central role in his home and

Nepal Helicopter Rescue 'Scams’ Are Costing Lives, Claim Travel Experts

Stop the scams involving helicopter evacuations or we will exclude Nepal from coverage: that is the message from the travel insurance industry to the government of the Himalayan nation. A trio of insurance underwriters have given the tourism minister in Kathmandu, Rabindra Prasad Adhikari, an ultimatum. Between them they cover over 100,000 visitors annually to

When to Go Where in 2019

We all want to get the most and pay the least when we’re booking flights, hotel rooms or rental cars, but when it comes to locking down the best rates, many factors are at play. With flights and hotels, it’s usually supply and demand. New flight routes also play a role in whether you can score a business-class upgrade affordably, or you’re stuck spending a ton on

FAA: Flights delayed at 3 major airports due to 'staffing' issues amid government shutdown

Flights at three major airports were being delayed Friday because of an increase in air traffic control employees calling in sick as the government shutdown continued. The Federal Aviation Administration’s flight delay map showed significant departure delays at Philadelphia and Newark, New Jersey, on Friday morning. Lesser delays also showed at New York LaGuardia. The

Coast Guard halts search for missing cruise crewmember

The Coast Guard has ended the search for a crewmember from a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean off Florida's coast. According to the Royal Caribbean cruise line, co-workers saw the 26-year-old crewmember go overboard from the Majesty of the Seas early Thursday. The ship was about 40 miles (65 kilometers) east of Florida's Hillsboro Inlet and sailing to Port

Travelmarvel to Launch Three New River Cruise Ships for Australians

Travelmarvel today announced the order of three new European river ships. Sailing on Travelmarvel’s European Gems itinerary from Amsterdam to Budapest and vice versa, the first of the brand-new Contemporary Class vessels will commence sailing in April 2020, with the two sister ships setting sail in April 2021. “Every aspect of the new ships are designed with the

Disneyland’s New ‘Star Wars’ Ride is Rumored to Be 28 Minutes Long

Disneyland’s new Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge has fans counting down the days until its grand opening, and it looks like the latest ride might be worth the long wait time. While many theme park rides require park goers to wait around in long lines for hours only to be given a thirty-second thrill, rumors about this ride, Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, say it may actually be a 28

Shutdown could cripple air travel, unions warn: At some point, 'the entire system will break'

Unions representing air traffic controllers, airline pilots and flight attendants issued a joint statement Wednesday warning of "serious safety concerns" in the air travel industry if the partial government shutdown continues. The shutdown has forced air traffic controllers, air marshals, Transportation Security Administration officers, FBI agents, and other safety staff to work

How to keep a healthy lifestyle while you travel for work

Long haul flights, sleep deprivation and the pressures of work can make business travel stressful and exhausting. It's hard to keep your health goals on track when you're jet lagged and possibly dealing with a major weather change, preparing for a critical presentation, and facing the temptation of indulgent client dinners. These tips can help you clear your head, lower your

New airports still facing old problems

As massive new airports open across Asia and the Middle East, US airports are enhancing security checkpoints with technological gadgets to screen passengers and luggage more quickly. All these projects are often touted as "airports of the future," in which air travel will be faster, more efficient and more enjoyable than ever before. However, as a scholar of the

Inject A Dose Of Wellness Into Your Travel

In an increasingly competitive world, corporate leaders and professionals around the globe are seeking out havens of respite from the pressures of their hectic work schedules. For many, this global search for wellness has taken them to ashrams and spas across India that offer various traditional treatments; including Ayurveda, Yoga, Siddha, and Naturopathy, among others

Oscar Mayer Is Hiring Hot Dog Lovers to Travel the U.S. in the Famous Wienermobile

Those in search of an opportunity to travel from coast to coast across the U.S. can now do so in an iconic vehicle with Oscar Mayer. The company is looking for drivers for its Wienermobile, which has been making trips across the country since it was first created back in 1936. The drivers, who will be known as “Hotdoggers,” will be invited to spend one year traveling the

An expert guide to Dubai

Dubai is often described as Las Vegas without the casinos. It certainly likes to do things on a grand scale. Supersized hotels, buffets, malls, amusement parks, aquariums, designer cars and luxury yachts are all commonplace. Expect to crane your neck looking up at the world’s tallest building — the Burj Khalifa — and then score a dizzying number of Instagram likes with a

10 dreamiest barge cruise destinations in Europe

River cruising in Europe is a more authentic and slower way to experience Europe’s major cities than traditional cruising. However, not many travelers know that there’s a style of cruising that goes even slower than your standard river cruise, one with even fewer people on board. Instead of major rivers like the Seine and the Danube, you travel down canals and small

Port Canaveral Reveals Plans to Renovate Disney Cruise Line Terminals

A major renovation of Disney Cruise Line's Terminal 8 at Port Canaveral -- most commonly associated with Orlando -- may soon be underway, as revealed today during the Canaveral Port Authority Board of Commissioners meeting. The board has given the OK to enter contract negotiations with firms to work on the terminal, as well as Terminal 10, which will be used

Great Hotels: New York's Hidden Gem Luxury Hotel

There are glitzier Big Apple hotels than The Lowell, but there aren’t many better ones. I’ve stayed at over a thousand different hotels around the world in my travel writing career, including many of the most famous and acclaimed, and I have a pretty good idea what makes a luxury hotel succeed. But more importantly, I know what I like in a hotel. One of the hardest things

Hotel Review: Hotel Peter & Paul, New Orleans

Before the Hotel Peter & Paul opened this past fall, the clutch of buildings it now occupies had been vacant for years: a Catholic school shuttered in 1993, and a beautiful mid-19th century church that fell out of use in 2001. The property, which also includes a former convent and rectory, has been revived by the buzzy ASH NYC design and development firm, with local

Ultimate Indiana bucket list: 50+ things to do in Indianapolis and around the state

Indiana is full of cool things to see and do. From must-try restaurants to off-the-beaten path destinations and road trips, here is the quintessential list of "must do" items to add to your Hoosier State bucket list. There's a lot to get through, so we've grouped the list by category, including: things to do (with kids and without); museums; arts and theater; restaurants; trails

A roller coaster on a cruise ship?

There's a new wave of excitement at sea as several cruise lines race to one-up each other with the latest action-packed, over-the-top amusements. Carnival, Norwegian and Royal Caribbean, known for their modern megaships, are putting a literal twist on their on-board offerings, with some rousing attractions that are not for the faint of heart. Now, cruise-going adrenaline

HAR Fee Survey Unveils Major Differences Between Hosted and Non-Hosted Agents

Minneapolis, MN — Jan. 23rd 2019: — Host Agency Reviews (HAR)—the industry’s leading independent online directory of host agencies, consortia, and franchises—recently published the results to their travel agent fee survey, highlighting industry standards that will support travel

Sir Winston Churchill Dies

Many heroes were born out of the chaos of World War II, but perhaps none as inspiring as Winston Churchill. Upon the resignation of Neville Chamberlain in 1940, Churchill became Prime Minister and led Britain to victory against the Axis powers, marshalling the morale of the country

What Adam Conover Can’t Travel Without

The comedian Adam Conover has made a name for himself by upturning cultural norms and assumptions. His myth-busting television show, “Adam Ruins Everything,” is in its third season on TruTV. Mr. Conover’s episode on air travel led him to some interesting findings. “I, like so many people, a few years ago got sucked into the frequent flier-mile game,” he says

7 key changes travelers can expect in 2019

The new year is already bringing new challenges for travelers, as well as new questions. According to industry experts willing to prognosticate, the coming 12 months will usher in a mix of good news, bad news and uncertain news. For anyone planning to travel in 2019, it pays to consider their warnings

How the Food and Beverage Industry is Revolutionising India's Travel Sector

It is estimated that in 2020 the industry’s valuation is expected to reach USD 142 Billion, as opposed to just slightly over USD 30 Billion in 2015. This phenomenal growth is a result of India’s ever increasing standard of living, brought about by the era of unprecedented economic growth following the 1991 liberalisation reforms. For decades, all growth in this sector has been

The Chefs Transforming the Washington D.C. Food Scene: Women Who Travel Podcast

Washington D.C. is a draw for a lot of reasons—the monuments, the museums, the buzz of politics ringing through the air—but until recently, the restaurant scene just wasn’t one of them. Not any more. In fact, it isn't just booming, it’s diversifying, too. Some of the most coveted tables right now are at spots serving up Chinese-Korean hybrid dishes, plates of fiery

Flights suspended at major US travel hub over multiple drone sightings

Flights were suspended at one of the US's busiest international airports on Tuesday evening after multiple sightings of drones at an adjacent airstrip. Two unmanned aircraft were seen at Teterboro Airport, a private facility next to New Jersey's Newark International, with one pilot telling air traffic controllers that a drone passed within 30ft (9m) of his plane

River Cruise Line Tauck Reveals New Portugal Itineraries, Purpose-Built Ship

Is Portugal on your bucket list? Luxury river cruise line Tauck has revealed it will offer Douro River cruises for the first time ever, on a new riverboat debuting in 2020. Named Andorinha -- after a species of swallow that symbolizes family, home and fidelity in Portugal -- the new riverboat is being built specifically for the Douro River. It will have unique design elements

Bali considers a tourist tax

As one of the world's most beautiful islands, Bali is known for lush beaches, historic temples and UNESCO-listed rice fields. But its world-renowned beauty has also caused problems for Bali as the island copes with overtourism. According to data from the Indonesian government, Bali -- the country's most-visited island -- hosted 5.7 million international visitors in 2017

Underwater theme park opening in Bahrain

The Persian gulf country of Bahrain is hoping to attract divers from across the globe with a new "underwater theme park" -- an expansive diving site spanning 100,000 square meters with some unusual features. The centerpiece of this underwater extravaganza? A sunken Boeing 747. It might be of dubious taste -- but that's not putting the project managers off the

You Can Visit a Retirement Home for Sloths in the U.K.

Everyone deserves to live their best life well into their retirement years. And that includes a few furry sloths, too. Folly Farm Adventure Park and Zoo, located in Wales, announced in late 2018 that it planned to open its doors to aging sloths that were previously on display at other zoos. And now, they’ve done just that with a pair of two-toed sloths: a 24-year-old male named

More snow: 2,000 cancellations since Tuesday, Detroit halts flights

Old Man Winter isn’t done creating headaches for air travelers. Another storm has snarled flights across the Midwest, coming just days after an earlier storm caused thousands of flight cancellations from the Great Plains into the Northeast. Airlines are waiving change fees for several airports in the path of the latest storm, dubbed “Winter Storm Indra” by The Weather

Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line lets furloughed federal workers aboard for free

Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line is the latest company to roll out the red carpet for furloughed federal workers. The Bahamas cruise specialist says federal employees affected by the government shutdown who happen to be in the area of its South Florida hub can stop by for a free buffet lunch on one of its ships. They also can stick around for a free afternoon of fun on

One-man wrecking crew targets British hotel for allegedly not being paid

British police are questioning a man in connection to the demolition-derby attack on an under-construction hotel that was captured in viral video, authorities said Tuesday. The man behind controls of an excavator was recorded ramming through the front doors of a future Travelodge hotel in Liverpool on Monday afternoon and tearing apart what would be its lobby

ADA lawsuits targeting hotels’ websites for not disclosing how accessible they are

A Fort Lauderdale woman and her attorney who have reached settlements with at least 20 hotels and motels in Florida over the businesses’ websites not explaining how their properties meet the needs of people with disabilities have set their sights on two Keys resorts. Cheri Honeywell and her attorney, Jessica Kerr, of the Advocacy Group in Fort Lauderdale, filed lawsuits this

How the Chinese fell in love with the Highlands

The vast, wild landscapes of the Scottish Highlands have long lured tourists, but now a visit is becoming something of a status symbol among China’s growing number of middle-class or wealthy families. In 2017, of the 337,000 visitors from China who travelled to the UK, 62,000 went to Scotland, an almost sixfold increase since 2009, according to VisitScotland. Edinburgh is

On the Road to Uruguay’s Barely Known and Beautiful Beaches

“Todo tranqui” — it’s all good! — is a phrase you get used to hearing when you spend time in Uruguay. This small country has a laid-back vibe that’s like Xanax for the soul, plus some of the best beaches in South America to boot. Exploring them usually means renting a car in the capital, Montevideo, and cruising northeast to discover peaceful hippie communities, chic fish

Big Change in Little Cottonwood Canyon

When Cassie Dippo’s family moved from the city of New York to the slopes of Alta, Utah, in 1965, she was 9 years old. The snow was dry and white and famously light and often so deep it reached well past her (and her father’s) waist. There were four chairlifts. Lift tickets were $4.50. And lining the road up Little Cottonwood Canyon were five simple, family-run

The Best Tokyo Hotels to Book Now for the 2020 Olympics

In case you somehow missed it, Japan is having a tourism moment. Not only was it named the Travel + Leisure Destination of the Year in 2018, but its capital city is also preparing to host the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games. Indeed, Japan is the world’s fastest-growing travel destination and Tokyo is the heart of it all. And for good reason. The food is to die for (it does, after all

International tourism hits 2020 forecast two years early

Last year was a very good year for international tourism, according to a new report from the United Nations World Tourism Organization. In 2018, there were 1.4 billion international tourist arrivals, a figure the UNWTO didn't expect global tourism to hit until 2020. "The growth of tourism in recent years confirms that the sector is today one of the most powerful drivers of

Silver and Stylish: 5 Aluminum Suitcases You'll Want To Travel With In 2019

New year, new… luggage? If your carry-on or suitcase could use an overhaul, January is the perfect month to invest in some new luggage to get you through all of your yearly travels. There are a plethora of models to choose from but if you want something modern and tasteful that won’t go out of style quickly, my recommendation is an aluminum hardside suitcase

Moonshine, ziplines and neon signs: 5 new Las Vegas attractions for 2019

LAS VEGAS — You don't have to gamble and go clubbing to fill a Vegas vacation agenda. There's always something new to do in the desert city that never sleeps. Here are five new things to check out when you visit in 2019

Florida-Cuba travel is in flux. Some airlines want in and others opt out

Air travel to Cuba is in flux with some U.S. carriers dropping out of competition for routes and others hoping to win approval for additional flights to the island. But there’s still keen interest in South Florida routes to Havana, and Miami International Airport has become the most important gateway for commercial air travel to Cuba. The most recent carrier to fall by the

'Ancient' stone circle in Scotland turns out to be a 1990s replica

When a Stonehenge-like stone circle was discovered on farmland in rural Scotland last year, archaeologists were thrilled. Recumbent stone circles, like the new discovery, were built between 3,500 and 4.500 years ago and were unique to the northeast of Scotland, Aberdeenshire Council wrote on its website at the time

Farewell to the 727, the ‘earth-trembling’ workhorse that brought air travel to millions

One of the aircraft that introduced the fundamentals of modern comfort and convenience to millions of travellers has flown its last passenger service. The Boeing 727 might not have been responsible for the dawn of the jet age, but its record-breaking popularity in the Sixties and Seventies was testament to the seachange it helped force when it became the stalwart of some of

The holiday villas changing the way we travel

It was a misty Thursday morning, with the low Tuscan hills’ muted tones in the distance, when we set out with a six-year-old Lagotto Romagnolo in pursuit of something my children both love and hate. Truffles – the fungus, not the chocolates – are catnip in my house when they come in the form of musky oil on crisps (£3.95 at our local deli)

Bali’s wild west coast: unspoilt and uncrowded

Quiet beaches, great surf, jungle to explore and wildlife to watch – and within easier reach on a new non-stop flight from the UK to Bali. Adeng adeng is a traditional Balinese mantra meaning “slowly, slowly”. It’s a phrase you don’t often hear these days among the traffic jams and sunbed logjams of Bali’s booming tourism centres. People say that Bali is spoiled and for

New cruise ships need thousands of workers. Here’s how companies fill those jobs

Twenty minutes after he delivers my glass of Bushmills, bar waiter Justin Macinas returns to ask, “May I take away this glass, Mr. Robert?” “How did you remember my name?” I ask Macinas. After all, another waiter in the busy Billboard Onboard lounge of Holland America’s newly launched Nieuw Statendam had taken my original order

Virgin reveals adults-only cruise ship

The words "cruise holiday" and "rock star" don't usually go together. Unless you're talking about Virgin Voyages' first ship, the adults-only Scarlet Lady, which will depart Miami for the Caribbean in 2020. The Richard Branson-backed cruise line has just released renderings of the ship's 78 luxury "RockStar Suites," which will be located on the ship's 15th deck

Central Holidays Innovates to Meet Booming Demand for Egypt Travel

Moonachie, NJ – (January 21, 2019) – Backed by Egypt-headquartered parent company Sakkara Group International (SGI), Central Holidays today announced exciting Egypt-focused initiatives to meet the booming demand for travel to this fascinating country. The award-winning travel brand

Roe v. Wade

On January 22, 1973 the United States Supreme Court issued its opinion in the controversial landmark case of Roe v. Wade. The opinion, written by Justice Harry Blackmun, struck down state laws that made most abortions illegal. The opinion held that a woman could terminate a pregnancy

United Airlines passengers stranded over 15 hours at frigid Canadian military base

Passengers aboard a United Airlines flight out of New Jersey found themselves stranded at a Canadian military base for more than 15 hours. United Flight 179 left New Jersey's Newark Liberty International Airport on Saturday afternoon, destined for Hong Kong International Airport. But a medical emergency diverted the flight to Goose Bay airport in Newfoundland, Canada

The $280 million facelift of Hotel de Paris

It's taken $280 million and more than four years, but in March 2019 the famed Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo, regarded as one of the world's most luxurious hotels, will debut its dramatic renovation in full. The makeover aims to bring the historic property into the 21st century while still maintaining its soul and signature features, both of which made the hotel an icon in the first

How to Visit London and Paris in a Long Weekend

How about a four-day trip to London and Paris, with two days in each city? We agree that sounds way too short, given that between the two European capitals there are 177 Michelin restaurants, 325 museums and galleries, 371 theaters, and over 490 nightclubs. But planning what London and Paris tourism experts have dubbed #oneepictrip is definitely possible. And

A Guide to Antigua, Guatemala: A Candy-Colored City Framed by Volcanoes

With its Baroque architecture and thriving textile scene, this former colonial capital is among Central America’s most beguiling destinations. Nestled in the forested hills of southern Guatemala, the small city of Antigua was once the most prominent seat of Spanish colonial government between Mexico City and Lima, Peru. Founded in the early 16th century, it served as

Caribbean honeymoons: Best resorts and hotels in Curaçao

What Curaçao may lack in Caribbean sass, it more than compensates with Dutch appeal. Curaçao is one of the ABC islands and is part of the Netherland Antilles. The island’s UNESCO World Heritage capital city of Willemstad is one of the loveliest in the Caribbean and is celebrated for its cityscape of vibrantly painted Dutch colonial houses, its lively waterfront, and its

Cruise Line Offers Free Lunch to Federal Workers Affected by the Government Shutdown

Beginning on January 21, Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line will provide a free buffet lunch to federal workers and their families affected by the government shutdown. The line's two ships -- Grand Celebration and Grand Classica, which together offer daily departures to the Bahamas from Florida's Port of Palm Beach -- will welcome the workers and their families from noon to

Rick Steves: Exploring Europe’s hidden gems

In my early days as a guidebook writer, Europe's undiscovered nooks and undeveloped crannies held the most appeal for me – and they still do. But with ever more sophisticated travelers armed with enough time and money to see the Europe of their dreams, places I "discovered" a few decades ago are now suffering from "Back Door" congestion. Given that, I've come to

Amid lava fields and lizards: a walking trip on El Hierro, Canaries

Clouds of volcanic dust envelop the car as we judder down the track through the Malpaís – the badlands. Contorted lava fields and cinder cones surround us in a fierce display. This was once believed to be the end of the Earth. Before Columbus voyaged to America, El Hierro – the smallest and least-visited of the Canary Islands – was the westernmost edge of the known world

Travels on your doorstep – the best walks, villages and pubs in... Surrey

England’s leafiest county is also extraordinarily diverse. Pretty chocolate-box villages, historic pubs and dog-friendly cafés vie with fascinating attractions and designer shopping. The spectacular North Downs and Surrey Hills provide oodles of exciting opportunities to get outdoors on two feet, cycles or paws. And there’s punts, boats and canoes for messing about with oars

Tortuga Music Festival adds rising stars of Nashville

Tortuga Music Festival 2019 has added more than a dozen up-and-coming country acts to the new Next From Nashville stage at the Fort Lauderdale beach party on April 12-14. Among these rising performers will be Tenille Townes, Travis Denning, Gabby Barrett (“American Idol”), Natalie Stovall, Waterloo Revival, Abby Anderson, Walker McGuire, Everette, Lauren Jenkins

Traditionalists won’t recognize this historic cruise line — and that’s the idea

There’s no way to be certain which artworks on Holland America’s new Nieuw Statendam will draw the most attention. Is it the clear plexiglass, 4-foot-tall statue of David, a copy of Michelangelo’s masterwork with a cellphone in his lowered arm? Or is it the collection of everyday objects — a camera, eyeglasses, high heels, scissors — that are snugly wrapped in bright cloth

Wine country with kids is still a bunch of fun (and even relaxing)

The black Mustang convertible gunned its engine. As the vehicle sped past me on Route 121, cruising through the butterscotch hillsides of the Sonoma Land Trust, I briefly got a glimpse of its passengers. A brunette sat shotgun, laughing as she wrestled her hair from her face, as the driver — her boyfriend? new husband? — guffawed from behind the steering

What is Thaipusam? Faith, ritual ... and wild body piercings

On the surface, the Hindu festival of Thaipusam might seem like any other thanksgiving or new year event. Celebrated during the full moon in the Tamil month of Thai (January/February), which is January 21 this year, it's a time to ask Lord Murugan, son of Lord Shiva, for forgiveness, good health and peace in the new year. But here's where things get wild. As

Now Airline Caterers Are Stockpiling Meals Before Brexit

A hard Brexit could bring queues at airports and put a brake on new routes, but airline passengers should at least be able to chow down on an in-flight meal. With concerns growing that a no-deal split will snarl traffic at U.K. ports, stalling the flow of goods, the world’s biggest caterer to the aviation industry has begun to stockpile entrees, snacks and even plastic cutlery

Vladimir Ilyich Lenin Dies

Vladimir Ilyich Lenin, the Russian revolutionary and leader of the October Revolution died on this day in 1924. Lenin was the first head of the Soviet Socialist Republic, and the brand of Communism that he espoused is commonly known as Leninism. Time Magazine in 1998 named

Here are the planes being built to bring back supersonic travel

It's been over 15 years since Concorde was up in our skies flying faster than the speed of sound but there are some working to bring supersonic transport back for commercial use. CNBC takes a look at the companies currently developing supersonic passenger jets

North Korea may be close to opening beach resort in 2019

North Korea could open a beach resort complete with a water park and other amenities as soon as this year, part of a plan to fuel tourism to the region. Satellite images released by 38 North, a website monitoring activity in North Korea operated by the Washington, D.C.-based policy research group The Stimson Center, show the additions of a water park with water slide, sports

Legendary great white shark swims with divers off Hawaii

A great white shark, believed to be one of the largest on the planet, has been spotted by divers as it fed on a whale carcass off the coast of Hawaii. The divers, who captured remarkable footage of the encounter, say the shark is Deep Blue -- a 20-foot-long female. The creature approached the team's boat to scratch herself on Tuesday, and was flanked by two "dancing"

The Rise of Halal Tourism

Muslims now make up one of the fastest-growing segments of the global travel industry. In response, hotels and tour operators are increasingly trying to meet their dietary and religious needs. For one of the fastest-growing sectors of the global travel industry, there is no pork on the hotel dinner menus. There are flights with no alcohol on the drink carts, resorts with

These Airline Innovations Will Change the Way You Fly

Facial scanning, by-the-hour flight pricing, and flying cars from aviation-led venture capital groups. Buy ticket, get on plane, try (and fail) to sleep, land: The basic nuts and bolts of flying haven’t changed since the advent of aviation. But this year, thanks to a handful of aviation-led venture capital groups, the finer points are evolving. Last November, Air France and KLM

10 great European art anniversaries in 2019

From 100 years of Bauhaus to 500 years since Leonardo’s death, a host of landmark art events and exhibitions open around Europe this year. It is 350 years since the death of Rembrandt van Rijn. There is a year-long programme of events in nine Dutch cities, focusing on Rembrandt and the Dutch golden age

The 'most chilled out' countries in the world revealed

Indonesia is the most chilled out country in the world followed by Australia, a new study has revealed. Researchers came up with a list of the most relaxing nations by analysing a number of factors including the personal rights of citizens, noise and light pollution, temperatures, the number of public holidays and the number of spa retreats. Claiming third place in the

How robots are taking over hotels

Room service at Healdsburg’s Hotel Trio just got a reboot. Midnight snacks and calls for extra towel are no longer handled by flesh-and-blood hotel staffers; they’re delivered by a 4-foot-tall robot that looks like a roving Diaper Genie and chirps like R2D2. The robot, named Rosé (like the wine), delivers everything from food and cocktails to ice and toiletries — whatever it

Newlywed, 37, erects SCAFFOLDING outside Tui shop as part of protest

A furious newly-married husband has erected scaffolding outside a travel agents over his claim the holiday firm 'ruined his dream Greek wedding'. Scaffolder Jason Cooper, 37, booked a wedding venue on the idyllic Greek island of Zante for his big day through the travel company with his wife Sarah, 33. He had booked the two-week holiday and wedding for 100 guests in

Sunny Beach, a resort that skirts Bulgaria's Black Sea, is the cheapest place to travel in 2019

Bulgaria might not be at the top of your travel bucket list, but, according to the UK-based Post Office, it should be. For its annual Worldwide Holiday Costs Barometer report, Post Office analyzed the prices of essential travel items such as food and sunscreen in 42 destinations around the world. The site then named the most cost-efficient travel spots of the year

In search of my grandmother in Mexico

If I closed my eyes, I could see her. It was Friday evening in July 1956. Thirty-one and travelling alone, my grandmother had just arrived at Mexico City’s Hotel Geneve. She’d be tired; she would have just stepped off a five-day bus journey from Toronto. More than 60 years later, I could relate. Twenty-six and travelling alone, I had listless bags under my eyes, and I was

MSC Cruises Releases More Details on Private Island Ocean Cay; Expect Food Carts & Local Shopping

MSC Cruises has released more details about Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, the line's private island in the Bahamas, set to open in November. The island's features will include: Seven distinct beaches with lifeguards on each. Sun beds will be available on every beach, and some will also have cabanas. Each beach is being designed to have a unique appeal; the Great

Disney Cruise Line inks 10-year deal with Port of Galveston

Disney Cruise Line is getting more comfortable away from Florida ahead of its fleet expansion. The Port of Galveston signed a 10-year agreement for an increase in presence from the cruise line, which has sailed seasonally there since 2012. Disney Magic or Disney Wonder, the line’s smallest and oldest ships have dabbled in Galveston sailings almost yearly since then, but

Eastern Airlines Ceases Business

The 1980's were not kind to the legacy airlines. Deregulation brought onto the market a number of upstart airlines such as People Express. Legacy airlines like Eastern Airlines suddenly faced competition from the first wave of so-called "no-frills" carriers. Eastern was the largest employer in

Pretty Italian town sells homes for $1

Looking for a dose of instant sunshine to help you through the winter? This latest deal out of Italy could be just the warm jolt of vitamin D you need. As of right now, you can buy a house on southern Italy's beautiful island of Sicily for less than the cost of an espresso. Sambuca, a hilltop town with views over the Mediterranean island and nearby beaches, has placed dozens of

The LGBTQ Pavilion At The New York Times Travel Show Has Everything You Need For Your Next Adventure

The New York Times Travel Show is the American travel event of the year for both industry pros and the travel-loving public, and this year’s edition is grabbing more attention than ever. More than 170 destinations from around the world will be represented by more than 550 exhibitors with cultural performances and international cuisine fueling the frenzy from January

The secret travel club that's been everywhere

Amid the neon-lit diners and coffee shops of New York’s Upper East Side sits a townhouse that’s a world away from the fast-paced drama of Manhattan. In sight of Central Park, but not as far north as the Metropolitan Museum of Art, it is just one of many such houses on a street full of elite mansions and enviable residences. No sightseeing map would direct you to East

Luxe hotels you can afford to stay in

Just because you're not a member of the 1% doesn't mean you can't travel like you are. Below, we've handpicked 10 hotels around the globe that boast five star-worthy amenities -- think infinity pools, Instagrammable views, plush beds and exceptional service -- and are surprisingly affordable

Snow and ice cause travel disruption

Snow and ice have been causing difficult driving conditions across the north east of Scotland. A woman was taken to hospital after an unoccupied car slid into her in Quarry Road in the Aberdeen suburb of Cults. Collisions and breakdowns have also closed the A920 at Huntly and the A947 between Turriff and Oldmeldrum. The road problems have already led to transport

10 great affordable winter sun holidays: readers' travel tips

We escaped to the north-west coast of Fuerteventura, in the Canary Islands, for a week before Christmas. With flights from £80, reasonable car hire (£50) and a great Airbnb in Lajares (£30 a night), it was a great week of cycling, surfing, hiking, boat trips to the small island off the north coast and epic sunsets from the lovely fishing village of El Cotillo. Lajares is fun, a lively

The Government Shutdown May Delay Delta’s Much-anticipated Airbus A220 Planes

The government shutdown is well into its third week with no end in sight. Though we know that the shutdown isn’t great for national parks, and that TSA agents are going unpaid, it turns out the shutdown is also bad for big businesses, too. According to USA Today, Delta Air Lines’ upcoming release of its new, much-anticipated Airbus A220 planes will likely be delayed thanks

Travel Secrets Unveiled: Where Does the Money Tossed in the Trevi Fountain Go?

On Monday, it was reported that Rome’s city council was in a quarrel with the Roman Catholic Church over what would come of the coins tossed into the Trevi Fountain. Typically, visitors sling a coin into the fountain (while their backs are turned to it) with hopes that they will return to Rome and find love. Almost €1.5 million ($1.7 million) is collected every year from the attraction and given to a Catholic charity to help the poor and homeless.

6 Reasons Why a Wind Star Cruise is the Ideal Romantic Vacation

Everyone has their own idea of what a romantic vacation entails. On Windstar Cruises' flagship, Wind Star, a romantic vacation means soaking up the sunset beneath wind-blown sails, dining under the stars and venturing into off-the-beaten-path ports. We've just returned from a 10-night Panama Canal and Costa Rica cruise onboard Wind Star, a 148-passenger, four-mast

Man leaps from Royal Caribbean ship in video stunt; banned for life

A 27-year-old man from Vancouver, Wash., is finding Internet fame this week with a video of himself jumping from a Royal Caribbean cruise ship. He's also now banned for life from the line and could face legal consequences. "This was stupid and reckless behavior, and he and his companions have been banned from ever sailing with us again," Royal Caribbean said in a

5 travel fails that can cost you money or ruin your trip

We all do dumb things when traveling from time to time, but if we learn from our mistakes we can save time and money. Here are some of the most common failures – ones I’ve been guilty of, too –plus what they can cost and how to avoid them. In case you’ve been in a sensory deprivation tank for the past few weeks, the U.S. government is experiencing a shutdown

A treehouse with all the creature comforts

Staying in a rustic treehouse appeals to some travelers, but others hold dear to the modern amenities and creature comforts of a hotel room. Skamania Lodge on the Washington-Oregon border won’t make you choose. The property’s new treehouses, nestled in the Douglas firs and overlooking a golf course and wooded hiking trails, have heated floors, hand-tufted wool rugs

First look: United unveils new uniforms for 70,000 frontline employees

United Airlines employees will get their first look Wednesday at new uniforms that will soon roll out to all 70,000 of the carrier’s frontline workers. The new line comes with a distinct look that includes colors like “Pacific Blue,” “Premium Purple,” and “Atlantic Amethyst” -- all among a half-dozen hues that United first teased this past August

Windstar Cruises and the James Beard Foundation Entice Travelers with Culinary Programs and Theme Cruises Led by Celebrated Guest Chefs and Beverage Experts

Seattle, WA, January 16, 2019 — Culinary travel is sky-rocketing in popularity as cultural diversity and the appreciation for local food customs and heritage grows. Together, small ship cruise expert Windstar Cruises and formidable sustainable food advocate James Beard Foundation, are

Benjamin Franklin Born

On this day in 1706, American statesman, inventor, author, printer, satirist, politician, and diplomat Benjamin Franklin was born. Franklin invented the lightning rod, bifocals, the Franklin stove, and a variety of other devices, including the forerunner of the car odometer. He instituted the first public

Passengers sue Carnival Cruise Line, claim injuries when ship tilted near Port Canaveral

Three Carnival passengers who say they were injured when their ship listed suddenly near Port Canaveral in October filed a federal lawsuit this week against the cruise line. Susan and Charles Orgbon of Georgia and Aleveta Jordan of North Carolina filed a suit on Tuesday against Carnival Cruise Line, claiming they suffered injuries when the Carnival Sunshine cruise ship

Feeling adventurous? Try your hand at travel roulette

Travel roulette. Shoe mogul Stuart Weitzman does it. Instagram influencers are playing it to up their follower-game. And regular people are trying it to get out of their travel ruts. The rules are simple: Show up at the airport. Book the first flight you see. Leave. Sure, there are practicalities to consider: How do you pack for a trip that could take you to Alaska or to Jamaica?

TSA Confirms 'Sick Out' Affecting Airports: What to Know Before You Travel During the Government Shutdown

The government shutdown is having a major impact on the country’s airports. Here’s everything you need to know before you travel. As the longest shutdown in U.S. history continues, more agencies are feeling its impact. While airlines are privately owned and can continue to operate, an estimated 51,000 TSA agents are among the 800,000 government employees who are

The Race to Visit Every Country in the World: Women Who Travel Podcast

It isn't every day that we have someone Skype into the podcast from Lake Malawi—but this week's guest is Jessica Nabongo, who's well on her way to becoming the first black woman to visit every country in the world. This episode, we're catching up with Jessica (currently on 151 of 195 U.N.-recognized countries) about everything she's learned so far

The Upgrade: 4 Apps For Women Who Travel Solo

Solo travel is one of those journeys that can help you discover yourself and change your mindset forever. We believe that every woman should go on a solo adventure at least once, but we’d be lying if we didn’t acknowledge that it can be scary and challenging for many people. From worries over navigating foreign language barriers to safety and combating loneliness, the

These Romantic Valentine's Day Travel Experiences Will Bring Couples Closer Than Ever

It’s no secret that travel compatibility is important in a relationship. And the more you travel with your partner, the more you learn about each other. Traveling with someone you love is an opportunity to not just experience new places and cultures together, but to see sides of yourself and your S.O. that you didn’t even know existed. Recently in Bali, my fiancé and I were

Australia wants you to stop taking wombat selfies

Australia is home to some of the world's creepiest creatures (drop bears, anyone?), but it's also home to some of the cutest. Maria Island, just off the eastern coast of Tasmania, is inhabited by a large number of wombats, the adorable marsupials known for their resemblance to teddy bears

The Best 2019 Travel Destinations For Each Zodiac Sign

Ready to escape town this year but unsure where to book your next trip? Follow the stars! Seriously. Your horoscope may predict what's ahead, so why not look to the zodiac to figure out where to next? Your sign interprets your personality better than any airline mile calculator can, whether you're an adventure-seeking Aries or homebody-ish Cancer

Amtrak Is Giving Away Free Trips on Its Most Scenic Routes

There's no question that planes are most efficient when you need to get somewhere quickly, but there will always be something charming about trekking cross-country by train. Yeah, it's slower, but it's also arguably a more comfortable and social experience, not to mention it comes with some uniquely scenic views you'd be hard-pressed to find anywhere else

An expert travel guide to Dublin

Gregarious, energetic Dublin has turned its face to the world ever since the Vikings established a trading settlement here in the ninth century. Today, it continues as a vibrant urban centre and a developing international transport hub, as well as a European national capital with a cultural infrastructure to match. Come here to appreciate an evident way with words, a

This Charlotte hotel is about to get a million-dollar renovation

The DoubleTree by Hilton Charlotte Airport hotel is getting a $1.5 million facelift thanks to new management. The hotel on Yorkmont Road was purchased by Phoenix American Hospitality, a Dallas-based hotel fund manager, in 2015 for just over $14 million, property records show. But the company just took over management of the hotel on Jan. 1. The new management

Here’s what Virgin has planned for its cruise ship suites. Think party like a rockstar.

Want a spot at “Richard’s Rooftop” — a members-only club named for Virgin’s founder, Sir Richard Branson — aboard Virgin Voyages’ first cruise ship? Then you’ll have to book one of its 78 suites when tickets go on sale next month, the company said Wednesday. The suites — dubbed RockStar Suites — will have a retro style, featuring black, mirror-like wall sections, gold accents, and mounted guitars, an homage to Virgin’s roots as a record company

The 18th Amendment to the US Constitution Ratified

On this day in 1920, the 18th Amendment to the US Constitution went into effect, initiating Prohibition. The new law forbade the sale, manufacture, transportation and consumption of alcohol throughout the United States. The primary support for Prohibition came from Protestants of each

‘New Year New Career’ Kicks Off 2019

FRAMINGHAM, MA, January 8, 2019 – The Travel Institute is kicking off 2019 with its New Year New Career focus on new agent training and specialization in continued support of the influx of new agents entering the travel industry and for experienced advisors looking to continue their

Five Places to Visit in Beverly Hills

Beverly Hills is an expensive place with a village-like charm, but it pays to know where to go. Cash Black, a bartender at one of its hot spots, shares his favorites. Beverly Hills is more approachable than you might expect for a ZIP code typically associated with Lamborghinis and reality stars. It has a surprising number of sidewalk cafes and swaths of greenery

Delta CEO: Government shutdown tab $25 million and counting

Delta Air Lines is losing an estimated $25 million in business due to the longest government shutdown on record, the airline's CEO said Tuesday. Ed Bastian told CNBC the decline in revenue is due to fewer government employees and contractors traveling. He said the $25 million figure is a monthly impact that will continue as long as the shutdown, now in its 25th day

JetBlue Is Giving Away Free Tickets to See 'Hamilton' in Puerto Rico

After a long road to recovery post-Hurricane Maria, Puerto Rico is ready for visitors. The lights are on, our favorite hotels are open (with extensive remodels that have left many even better than before), and the island is buzzing at a slightly higher frequency, eager to welcome travelers back. We can't wait to visit this year—we even named it one of our 19 places to go in

Overexposed: The castles of Sintra, Portugal. Underappreciated: The walled city of Evora.

After a visit in 1809, young Lord Byron called the Portuguese city of Sintra “glorious Eden.” The English poet never could resist a pretty face or a romantic vista, and Sintra, which served as a coastal retreat for Portugal’s rulers, has plenty of the latter. Highlights include the mountaintop Pena Palace, a fairy-tale castle with a hodgepodge of architectural styles painted in

Oceania Insignia Cruise Ship Emerges From Major Renovation

Oceania Insignia, the 684-passenger cruise ship that's the first within the fleet to receive a major OceaniaNext makeover, has debuted its new look -- just in time for the vessel's world cruise. Passengers boarded for the 180-day trip in New York on January 11; it arrives in Miami today. The world cruise visits five continents and 90 ports, including 14 overnights

'Conscious' Travel Emerging as Yet Another Hot Luxury Trend

For at least the past year, the travel industry, and especially the luxury sector, has latched onto the idea of “transformative travel” as the new “experiential travel.” First coined in 2016 by the founders of an adventure travel company, Jake Haupert and Michael Bennet, who both lead the Transformational Travel Council, the term is meant to describe any travel experience

How to Set Up Your 2019 Travel Budget

Even before I became a professional financial planner, I loved figuring out ways to travel around the world in luxury—and on a small budget. I never realized this was a skill until my friends asked me for tips about how I managed to do this and not go broke. Setting up a travel budget is simple. I’m sharing the process that my husband and I use, but it’s essential to make it

You Can Scuba Dive to an Underwater Coral Sculpture Garden at This Art Immersive Resort in the Maldives

Imagine yourself gliding and weaving through an underwater playground filled with extraordinary sculptures submerged in tropical waters. Stop imagining—that dream is now a reality. Opened at the end of November, the Maldives welcomed Joali, the very first art-immersive luxury hotel in the country, to its sun-kissed utopia of islands. On land, the area is laced with an

Luxembourg makes all public transport free

With a population of 602,000, Luxembourg is one of Europe's smallest countries -- yet it suffers from major traffic jams. But that could be about to change. Last month, it announced plans to make all public transport -- trains, trams and buses -- free from March 2020. The government hopes the move will alleviate heavy congestion and bring environmental benefits,

The Top 15 Places to Travel in 2019

What's better than end-of-year lists? Beginning-of-year lists. So much potential. So much promise. So many blank days on the calendar. Draw a red line through a week or two and strategize your 2019 travel plans. Here are 15 exciting destinations we predict travelers will be buzzing about all year long. Northern Chile’s Elqui Valley, home of pisco, world-class wine, and the

Palau's Jellyfish Lake reopens as thousands of jellyfish return

Here's one bit of good news for the environment -- and your 2019 travel wish list. After being closed for two years to allow its diminishing golden jellyfish population to recover, Ongeim'l Tketau Jellyfish Lake -- one of Palau's most famous attractions -- has reopened. According to marine officials, thousands of new golden jellyfish have appeared in the lake. "Ongoing monitoring

The world's most luxurious cruise ship? This new Regent vessel could be a contender

Regent Seven Seas Cruises has ordered yet another super-swanky ship. The four-ship luxury line on Tuesday said it had contracted with Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri for a sister to its much-ballyhooed, two-year-old Seven Seas Explorer, which is marketed as the most luxurious cruise vessel ever. Unveiled in July 2016, Explorer features some of the largest, most

Guests escape as avalanche hits hotel

In Austria, 60 hotel guests escaped injury when their building was hit by an avalanche overnight. The avalanche in Ramsau am Dachstein was strong enough to throw vehicles out of its path and burst through windows. Much of Europe has been hit by heavy snowfall, causing travel disruption and resulting in at least two dozen deaths in the past few weeks. Overnight, more

6 Ways Travel Can Jumpstart (And Advance) Your Career

Traveling is time well spent. In recounting their travels, the women at Unearth Women, a print and digital travel resource for women, demonstrate that traveling can both fill your soul and make you a better professional. Co-founder Kelly Lewis reminds herself that she can navigate through workplace adversity. “I catch myself in tough moments and think, ‘You hiked Machu

Central Holidays Unveils Last Minute Peru Travel Deals Featuring Savings of Up to $580 per person

Moonachie, NJ – (January 14, 2019) – Central Holidays’ specialized Latin America team has negotiated incomparable preferred pricing and is pleased to introduce amazing savings on two last minute Peru travel deals. These enticing offers are fully commissionable to travel agents. Here is a

The British Museum Opens

Sir Hans Sloane was a naturalist who had managed to amass an enormous collection of books, manuscripts, dried plants, and antiquities from his travels. As he neared his death, he did not wish to see his collection broken up or, worse yet, forgotten. Sloane bequeathed his collection to King

A Family Ski Adventure in the Himalayas

Gulmarg. That’s exactly where I was taking my family for a ski trip. Gulmarg is Kashmir’s underdog ski resort, tucked in the snowy Himalayas, a place of magnificent skiing and no frills. Few foreigners visit, for reasons I will get into, and as we drew closer, I began to wonder if this was such a great idea. I looked out the window. It was now dark and snowing, and we

Best snorkeling spots in the Caribbean

Unlike scuba diving, which requires more gear and more courage, snorkeling is a breeze for underwater sightseers. All it takes is a mask and a tube, a pair of fins, an inflatable life vest and a sense of adventure. Add snorkeling to sun, sand and sea and you’ll hear a whole lot of oohs and aahs courtesy of spectacular submerged landscapes, the occasional shipwreck

The secret to getting a hotel room upgrade? Ask for it

When it comes to a hotel room upgrade, ask and you shall receive. That's right, a polite request can sometimes do the trick, which surprises frequent guests like Allan Jordan. It might surprise you, too. After all, for years everyone thought the color of your loyalty card determined the chance of a hotel room upgrade. And while status still can make a difference

Swap Venice, Bali and Barcelona for the 'undertouristed' destinations of 2019

If there were a competition to find the Word of the Year in the tourism sector, there’d be only one serious contender for 2018: overtourism. From Barcelona to Bali, the Indian Ocean to the Adriatic, 2018 was the year that people in the world’s most coveted, visited and Instagrammed places said enough was enough. Islands in the Philippines and Thailand were

Five things to do at Mount Washington

Sitting down to strap on my snowboard, I take a moment to soak in the dazzling winter scene at the 1,588-metre summit of Mount Washington. Trees are drenched in buckets of heavy snow, mountain peaks glisten as far as the eye can see, and the ocean sparkles in the distance. It feels like I’m on top of the world.

Flat Earthers plan a cruise that uses charts of a round planet to navigate

Flat Earthers from around the globe disc are planning an all-out cruise for the 2020 Flat Earther International Conference. Promised to be the "biggest, boldest, best adventure yet," the cruise will bring like-minded people together who all believe the planet is a disc protected by an ice wall barrier. There's only one tiny hole in this plan — the cruise ship relies on

Boy leaves beloved bear behind, Hawaii hotel sends it on adventures

A little boy left his beloved teddy bear behind after a family vacation in Hawaii—but he ended up “both mystified and completely enthralled” by the hotel’s response. Anna Pickard got in touch with the Grand Hyatt Kauai after returning to the family’s Bay Area home sans bear, and not only did the hotel locate and return the toy, it sent the bear on some grand adventures

After 6 months of travel I made a critical addition to my packing list that's become my most essential tool

As Business Insider's international correspondent, I've spent the last year traveling through more than a dozen countries. For the trip, I brought just a carry-on suitcase and a backpack, which I meticulously packed (and repacked) with everything I thought I'd need for the trip. But during my first six months on the road, I kept

Albert Schweitzer is born

A man for all seasons, Albert Schweitzer was a theologian, musician, philosopher, and physician. He received the 1952 Nobel Peace Prize for his statements and activities on behalf of the philosophy of "reverence for life", after founding the Lambaréné Hospital in

Here Is Everything Closed During the Government Shutdown — and What's Still Open

Are national parks open during the government shutdown? What about federally funded historic sites, monuments, and museums? Answers to these basic questions haven’t always been clear during the partial government shutdown, which is nearing the three-week mark and will cause hundreds of thousands of federal workers to miss paychecks on Friday.

Watch Out for these Hidden Hotel Fees on Your Next NYC Stay

Recently, pesky hotel fees started appearing on hotel reservations at New York City hotels in Manhattan and Brooklyn, buried as a line item under taxes. Even the most seasoned traveler might not have noticed. Much like resort fees, the destination fee—also known as a facility fee or urban fee—covers amenities guests used to have to

Airline wants passengers to tip flight attendants

A new policy at Frontier Airlines is raising some eyebrows and one big question — should you tip your flight attendant? Three years ago, the Denver-based airline introduced a tipping function on digital tablets used to order snacks, which included an option to add gratuity. Until this year, the tips were pooled among flight attendants

Indonesian Airline Pilots Live Concerts Above the Clouds

Not finding what you want among the newspapers, movies and magazines found on your flight? On some flights in Indonesia, there’s a new option. The country’s national airline, Garuda, has launched live acoustic concerts on domestic flights. The first live show featuring two musicians took place on a flight between the capital Jakarta

Taking little kids to Legoland this year? Prepare to save some money.

Happy New Year, indeed. Parents of preschoolers, Legoland Florida Resort has a sweet deal for you. If you’re thinking of taking the kids, say over spring break, prepare to save some money. Children under 3 get free admission, as they’ve always had, but now those ages 3 and 4 get in gratis as well.

The Best Travel Apps For Every JetsetterBooking and Preparing

If you’re a grown ass adult who’s ever traveled with your grown ass adult friends, you know how difficult it can be to successfully plan a trip. Long gone are the days of your parents booking flights, reserving hotels, and scheduling activities for your summer vacation to whatever destination city they force you to go to—you’ve got your own bag

6 Tips For Traveling Solo Like A Boss

The thought of traveling alone in a foreign place can be daunting, but buying a single plane ticket and going solo may be the most impactful voyage a traveler can take. Unaccompanied travel allows you to design a trip that is unique, personal and meaningful — be it touring sustainably or ensuring that your dollars go to help the local community.

How To Actually Succeed At Traveling More In 2019

So you've decided your resolution for 2019 isn't to eat cleaner or exercise more or put a percentage of every paycheque into savings, but rather to travel. Lucky you! Not only does that sound like a hell of a lot more fun than those first three things, but it's the kind of resolution that, if accomplished, is likely to leave you feeling fulfilled

The First Clinical Use of Insulin

In 1889, a Polish physician, Oscar Minkowski, removed the pancreas from a healthy dog and noted that the animal suffered an immediate rise in blood sugar. Thirty-three years later in 1922, a Canadian researcher, Frederick Banting, read Minkowski's notes and determined that diabetes

Your Health with Joan Lunden presented by Collette, airing on CBS-owned television stations across the country

Pawtucket, R.I. (January 8, 2019) – Collette, North America’s longest running global tour company and a leader in the guided travel space, is launching a 12-part series centered around the ways that travel is imperative to health and wellbeing. Airing across CBS Television Stations and hosted by Joan Lunden, the segments, which launch today

Cruise cut short after hundreds of passengers get sick on Royal Caribbean ship

Two-hundred-seventy-seven passengers and crew members aboard the Royal Caribbean's Oasis of the Seas cruise ship became sick with a gastrointestinal illness, according to the cruise line. Because of the illness, the ship will return to Port Canaveral, Florida, on Saturday, a day earlier than expected. "All of the ship's guests will receive full

Private islands are the biggest thing in Florida cruising

Florida will once again be the beneficiary of the cruise industry’s biggest and best offerings, but it’s not just ships that will be of interest to Sunshine State cruisers in 2019. The big news is private islands. Both Royal Caribbean and MSC have sunk millions into developing private islands in the Bahamas for those sailing out of Florida.

5 Awesome Reasons Why Sicily is Your Next Travel Destination

Science has it, that traveling is good for the mind, body, and soul. However, any occasional travel enthusiasts will tell one thing that you can take to the bank. They’ll emphasize that whether you’re traveling for leisure or business, the experience you get at your travel destination is what matters most, in most cases. In other words, it is highly

‘Ultimate Terror’: Is Virtual Reality The Hotel Sector’s Next Disrupter? New York Hotel

More than a decade ago, BD Hotels co-founder Richard Born read that anyone in business who wasn’t thinking about how technology could radically change what they do would be left on the dustheap of history. The developer of some of Manhattan's most popular hotels says it was a statement in Thomas L. Friendman's book "The World Is Flat: A Brief History of the Twenty-first Century"

All travelers leaving Japan will now pay a 'sayonara tax'

Starting Monday, January 7, visitors to Japan will have to pay a 1,000 yen (about $9) levy when leaving. The departure tax — dubbed a “sayonara tax” — applies to both international and Japanese travelers who travel via plane or ship, excluding children under 2 years old and those in Japan for fewer than 24 hours.

8 trips you didn’t know you could afford in 2019

Your next vacation might not be as expensive as you think. In some of the destinations below, the U.S. dollar will go further in 2019, with unexpectedly reasonable rates for lodging, activities and dining; in others, I’ve unearthed hidden gems that are actually affordable. And while the cost of flights is never as low as most travelers want it to be

Cruise secrets: This codeword means something BAD has happened - but you're not to know

CRUISES bring hundreds of people together on one boat. They can holiday on the vessel for weeks at a time and enjoy a huge variety of activities on board. However, if something goes wrong, there’s a certain codeword cruise crew will use.

Cruise lines ditch Amsterdam after passengers targeted by new taxes

Cruise passengers are often singled out when discussing overtourism. Thousands pour off the largest ships and most stay in each port for less than a day. They can be seen as contributing little to the local economy, perhaps buying only a coffee or snack while ashore.

United Regains Its Rank as the World’s No. 2 Airline

The airline world has a new No. 2 after United Continental Holdings Inc.’s aggressive domestic expansion pushed the carrier ahead of Delta Air Lines Inc. in terms of passenger traffic. Early last year, United embarked on an effort to regain market share at its three mid-continent hubs in Chicago, Houston and Denver. Under a three-year push

Indonesia airline brings live music to the skies

An airline is bringing music to the skies by staging a series of live acoustic concerts at 35,000 feet. Indonesian national flag carrier Garuda will organise the shows on certain domestic flights in a scheme aimed at wooing millennials. And the airline hopes it will attract passengers 'who want a different flight experience.'

Tipping flight attendants? This airline encourages gratuity for in-flight service

assengers who fly the friendly skies with Frontier Airlines now have the option to tip their servers, err, flight attendants. Beginning last week, Frontier passengers now see a prompt on the payment system asking if they’d like to tip for their refreshment purchase. The option to tip isn’t necessarily new. The system has been in place for three years

Great New Hong Kong Hotel Is Perfect For Business And Leisure Travelers

One of the most vibrant cities in the world and blessed with amazing food, interesting sites and incredible shopping, Hong Kong is currently experiencing a popularity resurgence as a leisure destination in its own right as well as a business hotspot and key stopover hub for travel throughout the Pacific Rim. It’s a great time for the city, and the Kerry Shangri-La

7 of the coolest, most extraordinary hotels in the UAE

The United Arab Emirates welcomes millions of visitors each year with a fantastic, diverse range of hotel options, and recently announced ambitious plans to make Dubai the No. 1 tourist destination in the world by 2025. From hotels located in the world's tallest building, Burj Khalifa, to desert camps, there's something to fit everyone's taste and budget.

Guinness Storehouse set for record-breaking year in 2019

The Irish tourist hotspot will welcome it’s 20 millionth visitor this year. Dublin’s Guinness Storehouse is set to have a record-breaking year as it will welcome it’s 20 millionth visitor in 2019. In a press release, Guinness reported that in 2018, an impressive 1.7 million people visited the famous Guinness Storehouse in Ireland’s capital city of Dublin

Top 5 Affordable Island Destinations for Your Summer Vacation

Science proves that a relaxing vacation does wonders for your health, both physical and mental (Business Insider). And few people can argue that a summer island holiday is the most relaxing of all. Today you don’t have to spend a fortune on vacation on an island full of beautiful beaches. Choose your destination wisely and book your flights well in advance to get the most affordable rates.

The London Underground

On January 10, 1863, the London Underground became the first underground rail system in the world. In 1890, the world's first electric trains began operation at the Underground. The original track ran between London's Paddington station and Farringdon station. Today, the Underground, or "Tube", has 270 active stations and 250 miles

52 Places to Go in 2019

A year and a half after Hurricane Maria slammed into this United States territory and other Caribbean islands with devastating force, Puerto Rico is on the rebound. The number of daily flights is still below normal, but tourism officials say that cruise ship traffic is healthy, hotel room occupancy is climbing back to pre-hurricane

2019's most-anticipated new thrill rides and theme-park attractions

There’s no getting around it. What’s most anticipated at theme parks this year – and we’re talking intergalactic Anticipation with a capital “A” – are the two new Star Wars lands at the Disney parks. If you haven’t heard much about them yet, you will as The Mouse will surely supercharge its synergy synapses and hightail the hype into hyperdrive.

How to visit New York City on the cheap

If you’ve always wanted to see New York City but thought it was too expensive, January is the perfect time to go. It’s officially low season now the peak dates of Christmas and New Year are out the way. Until early March, the city will receive fewer visitors, meaning prices are lower (as are temperatures – but don’t let that put you off).

An expert guide to Copenhagen

Copenhagen always ranks highly in surveys of the world’s best cities, and little wonder. Size certainly helps: it’s big enough to have world-class museums, restaurants and attractions; small enough to make them easily accessible. Then there’s its unerring ability to blend quaint and cool: one minute you’re in Indre By or Christianshavn

Holy Ship! EDM cruise passengers arrested on drug charges

For the second year in a row, an EDM party cruise disembarking from Port Canaveral, Florida, ended in a swath of drug charges for passengers from across the country who had hoped to spend the weekend aboard the Norwegian Epic. The Holy Ship! cruise was scheduled for Jan. 5-9 with a second leg Jan. 9-12. In January 2018

New Year Starts with 124 Cruise Ship Orderbook

January 2019 has opened with 124 ships on the forward-looking cruise ship orderbook, extending through 2027. The 268,736 berths on order represent an orderbook value of $69.3 billion, according to Cruise Industry News estimates in the 2019 Annual Report. Compared to a year ago, the 2018 orderbook opened at 91 vessels, with the industry

7 things you always think when you get your airline meal

Plane food doesn’t exactly have the best of reputations, but United Airlines is banking on it having a fair few fans. It’s released a cookbook of its onboard recipes, so you can recreate the experience at home for just $29.99 (€26.16) But be warned – if you do rustle up some of these meals, they might not taste quite like when you’re up in the air

The Most Beautiful Winter Train Routes in North America

Winter can be a magical time, so why spend those precious moments at home? Or worse, in the airport security line? Instead, a scenic winter train ride is an excellent way to not only get to the destination you desire, but also to see the most beautiful views and stops you wouldn’t have thought of along the way. Sure, train travel takes a little bit longer, but the benefits can be huge.

The Hotel Fees That Barely Even Make Sense

The push by hotels to swamp travelers with fees is expanding: The fees you used to only find at resorts are moving downtown. Many big-city hotels are adding mandatory facility fees or urban-destination fees to hotel bills, hiding the add-ons, which sometimes reach $50 a night, from advertised room rates. The Boston Park Plaza

The Most Exciting Hotel Openings In Asia In 2019

Now that we are well into 2019, it is time to look at the year ahead in hotel openings. Cities across the globe can expect an influx of new properties to debut, with options ranging from budget to ultra-luxury. Asia, in particular, will be home to a plethora of new luxury hotels that are sure to top jetsetters’ must-visit lists. Here are just a few of the most exciting to check out.

How The Travel Industry Is Driving Biometric Security Innovation

We just survived the most wonderful time of the year -- holiday travel season. In 2017, the U.S. Department of Transportation reported 72.3 million airline passengers in December alone. With a high volume of passengers, prices are higher and crowds are inevitable -- and the experience of air travel isn’t as easy and comfortable as it once was

Google Assistant Now Has a Bunch of New Travel Features

As we get closer and closer to Google planning entire trips for us, the tech giant announced upgrades to its Google Assistant today at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas that will make certain aspects of travel easier, and hands free. If you're unfamiliar with Google Assistant, it's the little helper on Android and iPhones

How to set yourself up to meet all your travel goals

After the frenetic pace of the holiday season, getting back to the routine of January can feel like a blessing. But that feeling won’t last forever, and by early spring many of us are yearning for vacation again. If you want to avoid the panicked-travel-booking trap in February (“anything that’s cheap in six weeks”), or you’re determined to make this the year

The RMS Queen Elizabeth Burns and Sinks

The Cunard Line, then known as the Cunard White Star Line launched the RMS Queen Elizabeth in 1938. Named for Queen Elizabeth (not the current Queen but her mother) the RMS Queen Elizabeth was the largest passenger liner ever built, a record she held for 56 years. During World War II she was pressed into service as a troopship along with her sister vessel, the RMS Queen Mary

‘New Year New Career’ Kicks Off 2019

FRAMINGHAM, MA, January 8, 2019 – The Travel Institute is kicking off 2019 with its New Year New Career focus on new agent training and specialization in continued support of the influx of new agents entering the travel industry and for experienced advisors looking to continue their education.

The Preliminary Cybersecurity Guide To International Travel

Taking a break from writing about Open Source Intelligence (OSINT), I thought now would be a good time to write about a topic relevant to me right now. I have been accepted to speak at Insomni'hack in Geneva, Switzerland in March and Hack in Paris in June. While I have been outside the United States, I have only flown to Canada.

Biggest Dreamliner: United Airlines now flying Boeing's 787-10

United Airlines’ newest aircraft type – the Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner – is now in service at the carrier. United Flight 2418 marked United's official debut of its “Dash 10,” departing from Los Angeles at 8:49 a.m. local time (11:49 a.m. ET) on Monday morning en route to Newark, New Jersey. Though United touted the flight as the

Portuguese airline aims to be first free of single-use plastics

Portuguese airline HiFly recently took its first flight completely free of single-use plastic items like straws and cutlery, with the goal of eliminating all disposable plastics in 2019. TravelPulse reports that plastic knives, forks, and spoons were replaced by items made from biodegradable bamboo on the flights from Lisbon to Natale, Brazil. Containers were made from compostable materials, while non-plastic cups and cocktail stirrers were used.

At Hotels, Space That’s Like the Office, ‘but Cooler’

Hotels have already turned their lobbies into spaces where guests can socialize or work. Now, some properties are going one step further to cater to business travelers and professionals in general: They’ve set up WeWork-style co-working areas. Traditional hotel business centers these aren’t. Yes, they offer practical amenities like office supplies

Here's The Nicest Room at the Hotel Splendide Royal in Paris

It’s the rare first-time visitor to Paris who isn't struck dumb with shock that some people actually get to live in such a beautiful city. Normal people get to stroll these gilded bridges en route to work? Get to eat these pastries every morning? Residing there seems like a fantasy.

17 things you might be surprised to learn you can't do on cruises

Whether you're a cruise-line veteran or have simply always dreamed of vacationing at sea, you probably have some idea of what the average cruise is like. And between the beautiful ocean views and opportunities to see new places, cruises undoubtedly have tons to offer. But what most people don't realize is that cruise lines often

Carnival Cruise Line Temporarily Reverses Decision to Charge for Room Service

Carnival Cruise Line has canceled plans to begin charging for individual room service items ordered before 10 p.m., a plan that many Carnival cruisers criticized. In a statement, a Carnival spokesperson said the company would be "making some adjustments to that plan to balance the interests of our guests with our efforts to

Take a train through North Korea's rarely seen countryside

As a child in the 1960s, Mark Doran was fascinated by steam locomotion. In 1978, a decade after they were phased out of his native Britain, he went to East Germany to “chase steam” and also because it was a “forbidden land.” Forty years later, those passions drew Doran to North Korea—for the second time. In 2016

Disneyland’s New ‘Star Wars’ Ride Is Opening in June — and Your Score Will Haunt You for the Rest of Your Visit

It appears that the opening of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is on the horizon — and approaching quickly. The immersive, 14-acre theme park land at Disneyland Resort will officially open in June, according to a Barrons interview with The Walt Disney Company CEO Bob Iger. Walt Disney World’s version, located at Disney’s

These Are Five Luxurious Destinations You Should Splurge On At Least Once

You work hard for your money, and while traveling for the low is never a bad thing, every now and then a girl deserves a little splurge. From spa safaris and private islands to suites fit for royalty, if you want to spend a few coins celebrating you this year, then these five trips are perfect for indulging in luxury like the queen you are.

The addictive allure of travel booking sites

Delhi for £321 on Feb. 1? Or maybe Taipei for £470, which leaves on the same day? Or wait—for a little bit more I can go to Bangkok for two nights on the 3rd. In truth, I am not going to travel to any of these places in February. But here I am, at my desk, running my cursor over the Skyscanner’s flight comparison map

The Best Things to Do, Eat, and See in Curaçao

When you're in the mood for a beach vacation and can't figure out where to go, it may seem like most of the Caribbean islands blend together. They offer basically the same experience—soft white sand, warm turquoise water and blinding sun. Your basic screensaver situation. Right? And then you consider Curaçao.

The Battle of New Orleans

The War of 1812 was over. On December 12, 1814, the United States and Britain signed the Treaty of Ghent ending the war. Unfortunately, American forces under the command of General Andrew Jackson and British forces encamped near New Orleans were unaware of that fact.

Take the long view: Chile revisited

When I first went to Chile 30 years ago, I interviewed a television weatherman. Every evening after the six o’clock news, this fellow had to say : “Tomorrow it will be very hot in the north, pleasantly warm in the middle, and perishing at the bottom.” What a shape. That was what attracted me to this long, thin country. Could a Chilean

Poland an undiscovered, un-crowded travel destination

Michigan’s connection to Poland is palpable. There is even a link to the late U.S. President Gerald Ford, who was raised in Grand Rapids, where he is now laid to rest. Ford’s gaffe, which he uttered in a presidential debate during the 1976 campaign, was in insisting “There is no Soviet domination of Eastern Europe.” Ford’s statement is now a

Forget stars' homes. These tours visit pot growers and bong makers

In Napa and Sonoma, tour bus operators ferry oenophiles between tasting rooms and vineyards. In Hollywood and environs, they shepherd the stars-truck past the homes of the rich and famous. Now they're giving customers a mind-expanding look at one of Los Angeles’ burgeoning industries: pot.

The 10 best solo vacations for 2019

Don’t have anyone to travel with in 2019? That’s no reason to stay home. Solo travel is on the rise, and tour operators, hotels and cruise lines are expanding their offerings to meet the increasing demand. Below are the 10 best solo vacations for 2019, covering every corner of the globe. Some of these trips made the list because they’re

Travel That Moves You: How Award-Winning Viking River Cruises Wows

Looking for a relaxing, yet horizon-stretching vacation that gently steers you to enchanting, enriching and entertaining destinations chock full of culture, history and nature? Add to that wish list deluxe accommodations, gourmet cuisine and attentive service by polished staff — plus no-fuss planning and booking. A best bet? River cruising

Your Personal Avatar Can Now Board the Cruise Ship With You

Sleek and gleaming white, the Caribbean Princess cruise ship looks like any other massive floating steel city at sea. But there's something special about this 951-foot long vessel. The Caribbean Princess has quietly undergone a complete digital overhaul over the past year, and its been outfitted with some first-of-its-kind technology that will

Train lovers forge lifelong friendships through rail travel

They’re aboard because they love trains: The pilot from New Orleans, the computer consultant from New Jersey, the retired tax lawyer from Florida, the computer accounting consultant from Queens, N.Y., and his mother, the retired corporate executive, the computer scientist from Florida’s Space Coast. For the past decade, these one-time

Ryanair named 'worst short-haul airline'

The results from a Which survey of airline passengers ranked Ryanair at the bottom of 19 carriers flying from the UK. A Ryanair spokesperson said the airline's success was not reflected in the survey. The best performers were Guernsey-based Aurigny Air Service, Swiss Airlines, Jet2, Norwegian and Dutch carrier KLM. The UK's other large

Hotels are enhancing offerings for pint-size guests

As a mother of two young children who often accompany me on my travels, I can say that most of the hotel kids’ clubs I have seen — that is, if a property even has one — tend to be single rooms with little consideration for youthful interests. Most offer predictable activities like arts and crafts and board games.

The 19 Hottest New Hotels Of 2019

With a slew of interesting, luxurious hotels opening (and reopening) from Aspen to Athens, 2019 is looking like a good year to sleep around. Some are one entrepreneur’s small passion project, while others are large-scale moves by big brands into new territory like Bahia and Rishikesh. They share both a painstaking attention to detail and

Luxury Weed Tourism Is the Hot New Trend in Canada

A businessman from China hopped on a private jet last month, landed in Canada and went hiking on the Cascade Range in BC. And then he smoked a fat blunt. This experience cost $12,500 [$9,272]. It’s part of a ‘high-hiking’ tour hosted by Butiq Escapes, a luxury weed tourism company based out of Victoria, British Columbia, where a

A growing number of travel businesses ask people to ditch their cellphones

On a recent afternoon, waiters shuttled menus, daiquiris, and mahi-mahi sandwiches to sun-tanned guests at the Back Bay Bar & Grill, a poolside restaurant inside the Wyndham Grand Bonnet Creek resort in Orlando. The area is surrounded by palm trees and a lake filled with koi. But for Harry Chomen, it was just a scenic backdrop for more

What to expect when you travel in 2019

If you like crowds, personalized travel experiences or talking to machines, then you’re going to love traveling in 2019. That’s because “overtourism,” personalization and artificial intelligence rank among the top travel trends of the new year, experts say. And, as in years past, you’ll also pay more to get where you’re going. The roads, skies

Retire sooner and travel more, for less

In October, Brad Barrett flew to Greece to gather with fellow enthusiasts of a lifestyle often known by the acronym FIRE, for “financial independence, retire early.” Barrett co-hosts one of the movement’s most popular podcasts, ChooseFI, often discussing how to maximize travel rewards. Travel is a major component of the early-retirement

How to Become a Travel Agent

If you’re someone who spends their days scanning flights, loves hotel rewards points, and in general, is a fervent traveler, you’ve probably wondered how to become a travel agent. And while it’s true that living in the age of Expedia means travel agents are not as vital as they once were, people use travel agents a lot more than you might

The Leaning Tower is Closed

The cathedral in Pisa has a free-standing bell tower on which construction began August 9, 1173 and took 117 years to complete. Built on a small foundation in soft soil, however, the massive tower soon began to tilt and over the centuries came to be know as the Leaning Tower of Pisa.

History, Art and Dogs Get Their Due At Museums Opening this Year

The new year brings new opportunities for travelers with the opening and expansion of museums in cities large and small. This year will continue a trend of museums targeting niche audiences with displays and subjects that are “specialized, experiential and focused on connecting to the visitor on a personal level,”

Air Travel May Be Less Safe During the Government Shutdown, Federal Inspectors Warn

Federal aviation safety inspectors haven’t been inspecting anything for the last two weeks because of the government shutdown. Deemed nonessential workers, the inspectors say they’re anything but. Holding signs saying, “Was your airplane properly repaired and inspected today? The FAA does not know!” at Miami International Airport

City of New Orleans Paddlewheeler to Start Cruising This Month. See inside.

A new paddlewheeler is set to start offering Mississippi River trips this month in New Orleans. The Associated Press was given the first look at the boat, called the City of New Orleans. The paddlewheeler is coming full circle, back to the state where it was built in 1991. For years it operated as a casino boat in Rock Island, Illinois, until the mid-1990s.

Travel Will Change for the Better This Year—Here’s How

Travel trends come and go, but when we polled more than a dozen leading industry professionals to ask them what travel will look like in 2019, all reports pointed to a single commonality: intention. “More than ever people want to travel with a greater sense of purpose,” says Deborah Calmeyer, CEO and founder of Africa travel specialist Roar Africa.

US Updates Warning Over China Travel, Urging 'Increased Caution'

The U.S. State Department on Thursday updated its travel warning about China, urging Americans to "exercise increased caution" in the country "due to arbitrary enforcement of local laws as well as special restrictions on dual U.S.-Chinese nationals." The State Department's "Level 2" warning, which was first issued last year, noted that Chinese authorities

The World's Most Punctual Airline Revealed

If your New Year's resolution for 2019 is to waste less time, here's some news that could help. Travel analyst OAG has just revealed its Punctuality League for 2019, naming the airlines and airports with the world's best timekeeping. If you've ever spent hours drifting around duty free or sitting forlornly on your suitcase, this could be the first good news of the year -- at least if you're flying in Latin America.

Airbnb Scores a Legal Victory In Its Biggest National Market

A federal court decision Thursday blocking a new law that would curb Airbnb in its biggest market marks a significant win for the home-sharing company as it battles regulatory crackdowns throughout the country. Airbnb — long a foe of many New York lawmakers and affordable housing advocates — filed a lawsuit in August against new city regulations

The Most Exciting Mexico Hotel Openings In 2019

Another year means a spate of new hotels opening across the globe. Even in the U.S., places like New York, Los Angeles, and diverse cities from Detroit to Austin will all welcome myriad new properties to entice travelers to their streets. South of the border, Mexico remains a popular destination for visitors looking for everything from a sun-soaked, relaxing beach getaway

Bold Predictions for Biz Travel

Happy New Year, etc. In case you missed it during your well-deserved and refreshing holiday break, Flight Centre made a move in Silicon Valley. Australian agencies see the U.S. as a massive growth opportunity, particularly in corporate travel.

Why Panama Is the Place to Go in 2019

Panama takes its parties seriously, and 2019 could mark the country’s most evolved fiesta yet. Panama City—the oldest continuously occupied European settlement on the Pacific coast of the Americas—is turning 500. Ancient walls, glassy skyscrapers, and a mix of African, Native Panamanian, and Spanish cultures have all played a part in forming the

Online Marketplaces Gaining Momentum in Tours Booking Race

Tour and activity bookings through online marketplaces increased in 2018 compared to 2017, according to a report from TrekkSoft. The tours technology specialist says total bookings made directly via operator websites went from 79% in 2017 to 67% in 2018, while the percentage of total bookings going to online marketplaces increased from 3.2% to 9.1%.

Forget Stars’ Homes. The Newest Tours Visit Pot Growers and Bong Makers

In Napa and Sonoma, tour bus operators ferry oenophiles between tasting rooms and vineyards. In Hollywood and environs, they shepherd the starstruck past the homes of the rich and famous. Now they're giving customers a mind-expanding look at one of Los Angeles’ burgeoning industries: pot. Since recreational use of marijuana became legal a year ago

A Botched Arrest Foils the King

Charles I was King of England, Scotland, and Ireland in 1642. These were not happy times for the monarchy. A rising Protestant movement and resentment against Charles' belief in the "divine right of kings", along with the levying of taxes without Parliament's consent caused much discontent.

The World's Safest Airline Revealed

It's not something most avid travelers think about, but knowing you're in reliable hands when flying from one side of the world to the other is always a plus. Which is why it's worth a glance at the annual AirlineRatings.com list naming the world's safest airlines -- and discovering which one is rated the best.

Virtuoso Advisors Choose Nine Must-Do Travel Experiences In 2019 -- Total Solar Eclipse To Deep Dive

If you're making travel resolutions for the new year, consider these specific, often surprising suggestions from travel experts who specialize in the best and most interesting experiences the world can offer. The 2019 Virtuoso® Luxe Report tapped into its elite force of 17,500 travel advisors from around the world to

Carnival Cruise Line Eliminating Free Room Service Starting Mid-January

Travelers who love hitting the high seas with Carnival Cruise Line will be paying more for their vacation in 2019 after the company announced room service would no longer be complimentary on every ship in its fleet. According to the official website of the cruise line, Carnival will be switching to an a la carte

How National Parks and Museums Are Affected by the Shutdown

With much of the federal government closed because of the budget standoff, museums are shuttered, tour guides are unavailable and trash is piling up. For the last month, Marci T. House has had the perfect plan for the first week of the year: She would spend it in Washington’s museums and galleries, with her wife

Amazing Underwater Hotel Suite Lets Guests Sleep With the Fishes

Life under the sea just got a huge boost in visibility thanks to the opening of The Muraka at Conrad Maldives Rangali Island. The residence, which features an underwater suite in addition to lavish overwater bedrooms and living areas, is a first of its kind in the open ocean. Guests have the entire resort at their

Mexico’s New Tourism Frontier: Exploring South of Tulum

The decision to develop Cancun as a Mexico tourism beach destination was famously determined by computer in the late 1960s. Cancun became a huge success and inspired further development south along Mexico’s Caribbean coast. First, there was the Riviera Maya, which was conceived as a nature-based

The French Island in the Middle of the Indian Ocean You Have to Visit

Take a succulent lobster and add a vanilla sauce and you have a crime passionnel against French cuisine. Other more classical Gallic flavour combinations like duck a l’orange were on the menu at Auberge du Rond-Point, a white tablecloth bistro in Mamoudzou town. But as the signature dish of the 101st

10 Stopover Programs You Should Try

Instead of spending all day in an airport waiting for your connecting flight, take advantage of these airlines' stopover programs, which let you spend up to ten days exploring a new city, with no additional cost of airfare. (Some offer vacation packages, discounted hotel stays, and complimentary city tours, too.) From Toronto to Dubai, happy exploring.

All the Far-Flung Places Where Celebrities Welcomed 2019

The week between Christmas and New Years is one of the busiest travel weeks of the year—especially for the jet-setting celebrity crowd. They flocked to the sun, the snow, and in case of Karlie Kloss and Joshua Kushner, the South African savannah. “Found my tribe,” Kloss joked in her caption of a photo of giraffes.

On Location: 2019 Film Releases to Inspire Your Travels

A live-action remake of Aladdin, directed by Guy Ritchie, comes to the big screen next year, with Mena Massoud as Aladdin and Will Smith as the Genie. It is set in the fictional kingdom of Agrabah, and was filmed in Wadi Rum in Jordan, where the protected desert landscape, sandstone and basalt mountains

Here is Where Airbnb Travellers are Staying 2019

Around the world, guests have spoken: bite size escapes, outdoor immersions and off the grid adventures await in some of Airbnb’s extraordinary trending Homes available on Airbnb in 2019. Whether it be completely unplugging in a shepherd’s hut in the English countryside, or eloping to a seaside, design-centric cycladic house

Cruise Line Drops Warning About Crime In Nassau

After talks with the Bahamian government, Royal Caribbean is dropping the warning it had been issuing passengers regarding crimes in Nassau. Instead, a more generic advisory will be printed in the cruise line’s daily newsletter.

The March of Dimes

In the early part of the 20th century, polio killed or paralyzed thousands of Americans. President Franklin D. Roosevelt, himself a victim, founded the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis on January 3, 1938. Better known as the March of Dimes, the Foundation raised money for polio research and treatment for victims

Nixon Enacts National Speed Limit

On January 2, 1974, President Richard M. Nixon signed the Emergency Highway Energy Conservation Act, stipulating a national maximum speed limit. Before 1974, states decided on their own speed limits within their borders, and highway limits throughout the U.S. could run anywhere from 40 mph to 80 mph.

CNN Travel's 19 Places to Visit in 2019

CNN Travel has the right destination for you with 19 of the best places to visit in 2019. Our favorites around the world include a relaxing area of India, a wild corner of the UK and several locations across the USA.

The Travelling Hotspots Made Famous by Instagram

How ‘Instagrammable’ a location is is perhaps the biggest travelling trend to emerge in the last five years. We're not saying you'll book a holiday based solely on how it will look on the 'gram, but let's be honest

USA TODAY Preview: The Hottest New Cruise Ships of 2019

Call it the year of the sister ship. Three of North America's biggest cruise lines – Carnival, Norwegian and Princess – will unveil new vessels in 2019. But while the ships will be new, they'll look strikingly familiar.

Cruise Ship Crashes Into U.S. Navy Pier, Causing Millions of Dollars in Damage

Japanese cruise ship that crashed into a U.S. Navy pier for fueling on Guam reportedly caused millions of dollars of damage. According to KUAM, the military estimates the damage caused by the vessel Nippon Maru

The Pros and Cons of Cruising

Recently, I was on a massive cruise ship with 3,000 passengers blitzing the great ports of the Mediterranean — and having lots of fun. No, I’m not suddenly abandoning my independent travel principles and becoming

Hotel Fires 2 Employees Who Kicked Out Black Man

A Portland, Oregon, hotel has fired two employees it says were involved in the mistreatment of a black guest kicked out of its facility. DoubleTree Portland tweeted Saturday that the two men's "actions were inconsistent with our standards."

Best New Hotels to Check Out in 2019

Whether it's for business or pleasure, travelers these days are savvier than ever about their hotel choices. They demand ultraluxe amenities, show-stopping design, Instagrammable views and unparalleled comfort. Circulation-boosting pillows, anyone?

There Was a Stunning Increase in Airline Crashes and Deaths in 2018 (Including a First for Southwest)

Although the global airline industry is rightfully proud of its overall safety record, it's not perfect by any means, and it likely never will be. According a report just released by To70, an aviation consulting firm

Airline Employee Goes Viral After Video Shows Him Dancing on the Tarmac

When Jahmaul Allen danced on the tarmac at Toronto Pearson International Airport as an airplane prepared for takeoff this holiday season, he thought the only people who would see his moves were the passengers

United Airlines Put Out a Cookbook so You Can Eat Airplane Food at Home

United Airlines is hoping to change the perception of airplane food forever with its new offering, the "Polaris Cookbook." According to The Daily Meal, the cookbook features more than 40 recipes created by the airline’s own executive chefs

Inside the Most Instagrammable Place on Earth

A million plastic sprinkles. A neon-lit sound bath. A giant egg carton, welcoming you to step inside. Chances are, you’ve come across at least one of these sets, designed expressly for staging cool photos, at some point

Venice to Introduce Tourism Tax for Visitors on a Day Trip

Venice is set to start charging tourists up to €10 for visiting the city, including those who have come just for a day trip. The new move is being brought in under Italian law in a bid to help boost the local economy.

SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS EXPANDS NONSTOP SERVICE BETWEEN WASHINGTON DULLES AND ACCRA, GHANA

Fort Lauderdale, FL (January 2, 2019) – South African Airways (SAA), Africa’s most awarded airline, will increase its frequency on nonstop flights between Washington, D.C.-Dulles International Airport and Accra’s Kotoka International Airport to five days weekly starting April 2, 2019. SAA offers the only nonstop flight between Washington D.C. and Ghana and offers travelers convenient connections to / from over 100 cities across the U.S. and Canada through its Star Alliance partner, United Airlines via Washington, D.C.-Dulles.

World's First Commercial Movie Screened

On the 28th of December in 1895, history was made at a the Salon Indien du Grand Café in Paris. Two French brothers, Louis and Auguste Lumiere, had just developed a projector camera they dubbed the "Cinematographe". The screening in December featured ten short films

Travel: 5 Destinations for a Wintertime Family Vacation

Check out carnival time in Quebec, or opt for a warm-weather spot, like the Greek islands. When it comes to making travel plans, the options can be overwhelming. Five intrepid experts in family travel add to the mix with their top picks for a memorable winter season adventure.

The Amazing Kreskin Predicts The Best Travel Destinations For 2019

Around this time of year, travel pundits around the world start compiling their predictions for the hottest destinations for the next travel season. After staying attuned to the latest trends in travel, reading periodicals and journals, combing websites, and speaking to industry experts and travelers alike

Plastic-Free Flights Are Taking To The Skies

Portuguese charter airline Hi Fly has launched the first of four trial flights without any single-use plastic products served on-board. Starting with a flight from Lisbon, Portugal to Natal, Brazil, Hi Fly aims to be the first plastic-free airline by the end of 2019.

Spirit Airlines: No Frills for Flyers, But Thrills for Investors

You might not want to fly Spirit Airlines, but you probably wish you owned its stock this year. Shares of the no-frills airline surged close to 30 percent in 2018, as of Wednesday's close, while those of most of its competitors — and the broader market — tumbled. Spirit's shares hit a more than three-year high in early December

7 Reasons I'd Choose a Hotel Over Airbnb Any Day

Airbnb was founded to allow homeowners and tenants to make extra money by renting a room or a whole apartment when they were away. Ideally, travelers could find a place to stay for a fraction of the price of even a cheap hotel. It seemed like a good idea, but, like so many tech startups, the online rental platform

11 Stunning Hotels Carved Out of Nature

Architecture today can be an exercise in futuristic, nearly sci-fi design: soaring glass skyscrapers, gravity-defying geometrical structures, Jetson-esque exteriors. But some of the coolest buildings are those that go au naturel—at least, au naturel in terms of what they're made of. Hotels across the world are using their

Why Icy Greenland is One of 2019's Travel Hot Spots

With a pack of sled dogs charging out in front, Karl Jerimiassen, the hood of his blue anorak pulled tightly over his head, is running up behind me. Once the sled picks up speed and we’re gliding over the snow-covered bedrock, he turns up the tempo and, in one swift motion, lets go of the handlebar and leaps on to the sled

14-Year-Old Girl Dies in Accidental 700-Foot Fall from Arizona's Horseshoe Bend Overlook

A 14-year-old girl from San Jose, California, visiting the Horseshoe Bend Overlook in Page, Arizona, has died from what authorities believe to be an accidental fall from the popular attraction. Authorities from the Coconino Sheriff’s Office reported that the teenager’s body was found at the bottom of Horseshoe Bend

What To Expect in Iceland in 2019

2018 is coming to a swift close, which can mean only one thing; the new year is upon. If 2018 in Iceland has been anything to go by, we can expect big things of 2019, with a range of new and exciting tours available, as well as insightful articles exploring Iceland’s fascinating folklore and its wild, untempered nature. Here is our list of 5 things you can expect in Iceland in 2019.

Search Suspended for Missing Cruise Ship Entertainer

The US Coast Guard suspended its search on Thursday for a 20-year-old British cruise ship entertainer who went overboard from a Royal Caribbean cruise ship on Christmas Day. Arron Hough, who was working on the Harmony of The Seas, went overboard 267 miles northwest of Aguadilla, Puerto Rico, the Coast Guard said in a statement. The search was suspended at around 2:30 p.m. Thursday.

Cruises You Should Only Take in Winter

Some destinations are best explored by boat just as snow begins falling in North America—so grab your passport and hit the high seas before spring arrives.

The Best Travel Apps To Use In 2019

Is travel on your 2019 to-do list? It should be, because each year becomes the best time to travel. Why? Because as technology evolves, there's always a new range of ingenious apps that deliver more information than you ever had before. Last spring, I rounded up some of my favorite travel apps. As the New Year kicks off, here's a few more to try out before your next airport check-in.

Tohoku: A Japan Destination for All Seasons

With close to 30 million international travelers heading there in 2018, tourists visiting traditional hotspots such as Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka during peak travel periods -- say, cherry blossom season in the spring -- will find themselves battling overwhelming crowds

Sri Lanka Voted By Travel Influencers As Top Destination In Asia For 2019

A panel consisting of five of the world’s top travel influencers and bloggers has voted Sri Lanka as the top emerging Asian travel destination for 2019. The awards were published last weekf

Coast Guard Searching for Royal Caribbean Employee Gone Overboard

The U.S. Coast Guard is searching for a crew member who went overboard from the Royal Caribbean cruise ship Harmony of the Seas some 267 miles off Puerto Rico. The agency said in a news release sent from Miami on Wednesday that 20-year-old Arron Hough of the United Kingdom went overboard on Christmas Day.

The Best – and Worst – Cruise Experiences of 2018

How would you define your best cruise experience? For some, it's checking a long-awaited destination off their bucket list; for others, it could be finding themselves in a seemingly magical moment -- witnessing the Northern lights with loved ones, or connecting with locals

Flying With Your Pet or Emotional Support Animal? Here's Your Airline's Pet Policy

If you're traveling with your favorite four-legged friend, make sure you understand your airline's pet policy before you board. Most airlines allow your pet to fly for a fee providing your animal is small enough that its carrier fits underneath the seat in front of you.

What's Ahead For Airlines And Aviation In 2019

Forbes' expert aviation contributors see change in the air next year. From airline M&A to advances in technologies that will change the passenger experience to a slowdown in the torrent of outbound Chinese travel, here are their predictions for 2019.

Five Miami Hotel Restaurants We Love – and Why We Love Them

Our city is full of hotels, but we have more than our share of ho-hum hotel restaurants. You know the deal. Too many places that cater to tourists with unadventurous palates and a love of bland food (broiled salmon and chicken alfredo anyone?).

Hotel Room Rates Remain Stagnant Whilst Airbnb Continues to Grow in Thailand

As the head-scratching continues as to why traveller aren’t drinking expensive beers in girlie bars and avoiding ‘traditional’ tourist haunts, Airbnb has a record year in Thailand, signaling more problems for the hotel business as tourists seek alternative holiday experiences.

The 3 Best Places to Travel Every Month of 2019

The new year is right around the corner, which means there's no better time to start thinking about where you want to visit in 2019. Over the course of 2018, I've compiled Business Insider's "Best Places to Visit" series, highlighting 13 destinations that are best for holiday travel for every month of the year.

10 Largest Travel Acquisitions of 2018

One big takeaway about the 10 largest travel acquisitions of 2018 is that the majority were hospitality-related, and one sector, online travel agencies, that has historically been among the most active, was a no-show.

Eight Great Moments in Theme-Park Land, 2018

isitors to Central Florida theme parks and attractions could pretend they were the size of toys, be flung high above I-Drive, handle the Bat-Signal and dabble in virtual reality. Not a bad list of accomplishments for a year that was generally considered a prequel to a blockbuster 2019. Here are eight great moments of ’18.

Tourists Flock to Erupting Volcanoes, Putting Pressure on Emergency Services

Every year more and more tourists flock to erupting volcanoes in a hope to witness a powerful experience - some even pay local helicopters to take them in secret after dark, a paper says. Amy Donovan, a geographer at the University of Cambridge

The Grand Opening of Radio City Music Hall

On December 27, 1932, in the midst of the turmoil of the Great Depression, thousands of Americans still turned out for the opening of the Radio City Music Hall in New York City. On its opening day, the Hall held a grand live stage show

Discount Carrier Norwegian Air Faces Financial Pressure As Year Ends

It's been a tough year for international discount air carriers. Faced with ballooning jet fuel costs and new competition from legacy operators, many budget airlines have been forced to cut costs and limit service just to stay afloat. Many carriers are struggling to stay solvent.

Royal Caribbean’s Empress of the Seas Saves Sailors Who Were Stranded for 20 Days

Two sailors who were stranded at sea for 20 days were rescued by a Royal Caribbean cruise ship Friday, the company said. The mariners were saved in dark waters between Grand Cayman and Jamaica by the Empress of the Seas, according to Royal Caribbean Chief Meteorologist James Van Fleet.

How to Lose the Crowds on an Alaskan Cruise

When you’re visiting the wilderness, no one wants to have to queue. It’s worth bearing in mind that Alaska is vast, so when we talk overcrowding here, you won’t experience anything on the scale of Santorini, Venice or St Thomas, but ports can feel congested.

A Dream Destination for Every Month in 2019

If your 2019 New Year’s resolution is to see the world, consider each month of the year an opportunity for new adventures – but before you book your next trip, keep in mind that some destinations are better for your wallet than others.

It's Not Where You Travel But How That Could Make All The Difference To Your Well-Being

Today is considered the busiest day for British airports over the festive season and in the four days leading up to Christmas Day, almost 70 million people will "take to the skies". Yet it's not just the festive season that creates a buzz for the travel industry.

10 Islands Filled With Adorable Animals You Can Visit

Whether you’re a bird nerd or a crazy cat person, there’s a destination with a high concentration of your favorite animal beckoning you to visit. Maybe your newest bucket list addition will be the Instagram-perfect island in Aruba teeming with friendly flamingos

5 Reasons Why This Park City Hotel is One of the Most Luxurious Places to Sleep - and Ski - in the World

What sets apart the most luxurious hotels from the average destination property? Is it the distinctive view or location? The fresh flowers in the lobby? The handmade chocolates left for guests each night? Or the sumptuous robes, slippers and towels in the bathroom?

New Hotel Concept Will Display, Encourage Purchase of American-Made Products

The movement to encourage purchase of American-made products isn't new. What is new is a trend in real estate to capitalize on it. Consumers live with the products and can decide whether they want to purchase them. "So everything you see here has been pieced together to be made in America,"

United Refunds Michigan Soldier, Offers Free Travel After Cancellation

United Airlines is making up for the expensive cancellation hiccup that forced a Michigan soldier to spend thousands of dollars to make it home for Christmas with his family. United spokesman Madhu Unnikrishnan confirmed Monday that the airline will be sending the family a check to cover the money

The Perfect Irish Trip for Kids and Grandparents

Have young kids to keep entertained? Teenagers who are just looking for that perfect moment for Instagram? Or grandparents who want the traditional Irish experience? Here's how to do all of that on one memorable trip to Ireland.

Where the Travel Industry Thinks We'll Be Going on Holiday in 2019

Whether we’re travelling to destinations as varied as Tunisia, Rwanda and Beijing or going away for a quick “micro-trip”, here’s what the travel industry thinks will be the key holiday trends for the year ahead.

The Best and Worst Air Travel Ideas of 2018

Air travel sucks. Yes, it has become democratic since the exclusive glamour of the early days, with inexpensive flights available to the masses. But in turn, airlines often alienate low-cost travelers. New airplane developments in 2018 only served to widen the gap between wealthy travelers and the rest of us.

George Washington Crosses the Delaware

On December 26, 1776, George Washington took temporary control of Trenton, New Jersey in the Battle of Trenton. The trek to Trenton required a crossing of the Delaware River in the dead of winter. Due to these tough travel conditions

Discount Carrier Norwegian Air Faces Financial Pressure As Year Ends

It's been a tough year for international discount air carriers. Faced with ballooning jet fuel costs and new competition from legacy operators, many budget airlines have been forced to cut costs and limit service just to stay afloat. Many carriers are struggling to stay solvent.

Royal Caribbean’s Empress of the Seas Saves Sailors Who Were Stranded for 20 Days

Two sailors who were stranded at sea for 20 days were rescued by a Royal Caribbean cruise ship Friday, the company said. The mariners were saved in dark waters between Grand Cayman and Jamaica by the Empress of the Seas

Airplane Class Wars Make Their Way to the Coach Cabin. Here is Your Guide to the New Economy Seats

Love it or hate it, flying coach has never been more complicated. Airlines are dividing up the scores of seats behind first or business class into smaller and smaller sections, each with their own set of perks — or lack thereof. The strategy is playing out

Cruise Critic Announces Best Cruises: Luxury, Ocean And River

For the 11th consecutive year, Cruise Critic announced its list of Cruise Critic Editors’ Picks Awards, naming the best cruise lines and cruise ships of the year. The list of 2018 awards spans three broad categories: luxury, ocean and river, broken down into 44 sub-categories.

The Innovative Ways One Puerto Rico Hotel Is Using Cannabis to Help Residents Heal After Hurricane Maria

Tres Sirenas, one of Puerto Rico’s most stylish and intimate boutique hotels, has come up with a creative way to bring the community together post-hurricane, and it involves the incorporation of a versatile ingredient — cannabis — into its programming.

Los Angeles passes Regulation Targeting Airbnb and Other Short-Term Rental Services

An ordinance that would add new regulations for short-term rental housing on Airbnb and other vacation rental websites was approved Tuesday by the Los Angeles City Council. The ordinance would limit short-term rentals to people renting out their primary residence

The Up-and-Coming Destinations That Never Really Arrived

Tis the season for predictions. A time when commentators trot out their travel tips for the year ahead, revealing the up-and-coming destinations that we’ll all soon be flocking to. Probably. A look back, rather than forwards, however, can be more illuminating

Best Europe Beach Escapes

Whether it's cold outside or the temperature is rising, the temptation to drop everything and run away to sunnier climes is never far away. Wondering where to escape to? Don't worry, we've got you covered. Here are 12 European beach vacation destination that are worth visiting.

Grand Hotels: What Makes Them Grand?

At ten p.m. on Saturday night, SEEN is packed. The restaurant atop the Tivoli Avenida Liberdade hotel in downtown Lisbon is noisy with diners dressed to the nines and talking animatedly while feasting on Wagyu beef and sushi. Outside the floor to ceiling windows

Family of Woman Slain During Costa Rica Vacation Sues Airbnb, Resort Owners

The Riverview family of a woman slain during a vacation in Costa Rica is suing Airbnb and the owners of the resort where she rented a room with her sister-in-law during the November trip. In a civil lawsuit filed in Hillsborough County courts on Thursday

Most Bizarre Airline Incidents of 2018

The skies were a lot less friendly in 2018, with a number of weird or violent altercations — including fist fights over flatulence and peeing on a fellow passenger’s seat — reported by almost every airline. In a survey of airplane crew members

Hawaiian Airlines to Add No-Frills Basic Economy Tickets in 2019

Add Hawaiian Airlines to the growing list of airlines adding basic economy fares, cheaper tickets with several restrictions. The Honolulu-based carrier said it plans to introduce "main cabin basic'' fares in the second half of 2019. "This will offer our guests greater choice

Gatwick Drones: Can I Get Compensation?

Passengers whose travel plans continue to be disrupted at Gatwick after the runway was closed for 36 hours are facing extra costs from rearranged flights, car parking and hotels. Although the circumstances that caused the disruption

T+L Editors Share Their Travel Resolutions for 2019

Maybe there's a destination you're dying to cross of your list, or a special person in your life you'd love to go exploring with. Or maybe you've been meaning to get better at planning ahead, packing smarter, or becoming a deal-savvy booker.

The Best Day Skiing Ever? A Wine-Tasting Tour of the Italian Slopes

“Are you ready for skiing and drinking?” Our personal sommelier, Hubert Kastlunger, poses the magic rhetorical question with a wide smile, clicking neatly into his bindings as the afternoon sun sparkles across the coral-coloured peaks of Europe’s most striking mountain range, the Dolomites.

An Expert Guide to Madrid

With dazzling light and bright blue skies for much of the year, Madrid would be an energising city even without the world-class museums and the buzzing nightlife. The centre is smartening itself up, too, with new boutiques, delis, cafés and gastrobars opening every week

Winter Solstice 2018: Why This Year is Extra Special

For six months now, the days have grown shorter and the nights have grown longer in the Northern Hemisphere -- but that's about to reverse itself. Winter solstice, the shortest day of 2018, is Friday, December 21. The solstice this year will be extra special

Travel That Changes You: My 8 Best Adventures of 2018

I’ve never had a bucket list. I’m not interested in ticking boxes on a list, like chores. I’d rather just savor some moments, both as they are happening and years afterward. Those magical moments can be as dramatic as climbing one of the Seven Summits

Pan Am Flight 103

On December 21, 1988, Pan Am Flight 103 exploded en route from London to New York in Scotland airspace. All 243 passengers and 16 crew members were killed, as well as 11 of the residents of the town of Lockerbie under the explosion. The attack was believed to be perpetrated as an assault against the United States

5 Cruise Ships for People With Excuses

I will admit it. Cruising might not be for everyone. It pains me to even write those words. I can’t imagine why anyone would not want to go on a cruise, but I will concede that point. However, there are some excuses I’ve heard as to why some people refuse to cruise. And I’m here today to refute those excuses.

Cuba's Tourism Inched up in 2018 on Cruise Ship Arrivals

Tourism to Cuba inched up to a new record this year, government officials said on Thursday, although the gain was largely due to greater arrivals on cruise ships, which analysts say contribute less than regular travelers to the island nation's economy.

The Discoverer Network Brings Successful Combination of Technology and Innovation to the Travel Space

MIAMI, FL – December 18, 2018 – Just over a year from its launch into the travel arena, The Discoverer Network today announced the major milestone of surpassing 2.2 million active and highly engaged verified travel consumer members. This affiliated group of travel-focused brands is also pleased to announce the addition of travel industry innovator, Annette Hogan, who has been tapped to steer growth as Senior Director of Travel.

The Berlin Wall Opens For The First Time

On this day in 1963, communist East Germany and the republic of West Germany came to an agreement to allow the wall between the two halves of the country to be opened. The decision was made in the spirit of Christmas, to allow families affected by the construction of the Berlin Wall two and a half years prior

Cruise Line: Autistic Man Climbed Deck Rail, Went Overboard

An autistic man missing at sea since Sunday, when he disappeared from a Carnival Cruise Line ship traveling from Alabama to the western Caribbean, went overboard after climbing over a deck rail, the company said Wednesday. The family says he is presumed dead.

Cruise Bosses Urge: ‘Focus on Customer Attitudes, Not Age’

Leading cruise figures urged agents new to the sector to focus on attitude rather than age when trying to attract clients to sail. Anthony Daniels, UK general manager of Hurtigruten, urged travel consultants to be “really careful” not to target particular age groups

United Airlines Adds 11 Routes Amid 'Record' Network Expansion

United Airlines announced a slew of new routes Wednesday amid what the carrier says is a “record” expansion of its network. The 11 new routes are a mix of seasonal and year-round routes that will start when United’s summer schedule begins June 6.

How to Get Compensation if Your Flight Goes Wrong

Your flight is cancelled, overbooked or delayed. What, if anything, does the airline owe you? This Q&A aims to help you understand when you are entitled to care and/or compensation, and when you just have to put a dismal aviation episode down to experience.

See The Best Designed Hotel In Every State

You can only go on so many vacations which is why when you do you should be staying at a hotel that’s not just relaxing — it’s also pretty look at. Luckily we did all the hard work for you and compared hundreds of hotels to find the best designed in every state

Minimalist Shipping Container Hotel Can Travel Around the World

The premise of a hotel is simple: Build a beautiful building in a sought-after location, and visitors will come. The French hotel group AccorHotels is upending that concept with the Flying Nest, a humble but stylish traveling hotel built from shipping containers.

Luxury for Less in This Must-Visit Asian Destination

Set in Singapore, this year's box office hit "Crazy Rich Asians" may be part of the reason why the vibrant island city-state in Asia with a population of 5.5 million seems to have suddenly become a must-visit destination. According to the Singapore Tourism Board

10 Very Special Travel Experiences You Can Gift

Whether you've waited too long to buy a present because you wanted something just so — or are merely procrastinating (as usual), you and your special someone will like this selection of specialty adventures, activities, and next-level experiences that don't need to be wrapped and hidden in your closet until Christmas.

African American Travel Represents $63 Billion Opportunity

The second study in a series documenting the impact of African American travelers demonstrates their growing contribution to the United States travel and tourism economy to the tune of $63 billion in 2018. The new study, completed by Mandala Research

Could You Ever Really Consider Saudi Arabia as a Holiday Destination?

It is traditional, at this time of year, for travel sections to run articles discussing new or pertinent destinations for the coming 12 months. Some of them will be well-known sun-spots given fresh relevance by a hotel opening or a resort renovation

The Best Destinations Of 2018 — According To Travel Personalities, Writers, And Photographers

Like any other industry, the world of travel is shaped by trends. This is particularly true in the Instagram era — when a few photos by prominent personalities can lead to entire islands shutting down. Backpacking tastemakers

The Most Dangerous Countries in the World for Travel in 2019 Revealed

The most dangerous countries in the world have been revealed for 2019. If you're booking a holiday for the New Year, you may want to read this. Major tourists destinations are among the countries considered the most dangerous in the world to travel to.

Poor Richard's Almanack

Benjamin Franklin was a statesman, an inventor, a patriot and a founding father of the United States. He was also the author and publisher of Poor Richard's Almanack. Franklin took on the pseudonym of "Poor Richard" or "Richard Saunders" for his publication, which he first published on December 19th, 1732

The 38 Cheapest Places To Travel In 2019

Want to save money in 2019? Every year, I tap into experts and influencers to find out their picks for cheap travel in the upcoming year. For 2019, I convinced a group of travel wizards to open their little black books and recommend their favorite places to travel on a budget

The Craziest Travel Mishaps of 2018: From Finding a Human Heart to a Fight Over Flatulence

A Southwest plane had to turn around mid-flight recently after a human heart was discovered on board the aircraft. According to the Seattle Times, the captain told passengers that the heart, which had been left on the plane following a previous flight

Why The Travel Industry Is Blockchain's Best Bet

In 2017, blockchain projects flourished, where ICOs managed to raise billions. 2018 was a crash year for cryptos, even though the sums raised this year were twice as high as the previous one. Blockchain projects promised a lot, however

This Budget Carrier is America's Most On-time Airline

It’s kind of an inside joke that Spirit Airlines is the worst airline in the U.S. But you might be surprised to know that the budget carrier is actually exemplary in one important area: being on time. According to the Federal Aviation Administration, 89 percent

A Japanese Airline Revealed Its New Hawaii-Inspired Plane

Japans’s All Nippon Airways just secured itself a spot in the list of the world’s coolest aeroplane liveries. The airline’s brand new Airbus A380s just rolled out of the paint shop in Hamburg featuring beautiful blue sea turtles on their bodies.

A Passenger is Missing from a Cruise Ship. He’s the Fourth in the Last Month

A 22-year old male passenger with special needs on the Carnival Cruise Line ship Fantasy has been missing since Sunday evening and likely went overboard. The 2,675-passenger ship left Mobile, Ala., on Saturday, Dec. 15, and was sailing to its first stop of Progreso, Mexico

Culinary Experiences to Try on a Mekong River Cruise

A river cruise along the exotic Mekong through Vietnam and Cambodia is a feast for all the senses, not least the palate. As well as serving regional cuisine on board (chopsticks optional), cruise lines offer a tempting array of foodie shore excursions.

The World’s Tiniest Airbnb Is Available In Germany For Just $10 A Night

There's tiny living and then there's renting the world's tiniest Airbnb. Though the difference may seem small (no pun intended), you might be surprised. When booking, you'd probably imagine the tiniest house would require actually living in a small space

Singapore’s Hotels Get a ‘Crazy Rich Asians’ Boost

After Singapore’s residential and office markets made comebacks, the next property sector to bet on might just be its hotels. The hotel industry is heading into 2019 in good shape after boosts to visitor arrivals from the Trump-Kim summit

Secret World of Germany's Hidden Places

With its crumbling Nazi-era relics, mysterious Cold War remnants and natural wonders, Germany is packed with breathtaking sights and cultural curiosities that can be found in unexpected corners across the country. While most visitors gravitate toward the major sights

Double-Deck AI Tour Bus Debuts in Shanghai

A fleet of sightseeing buses equipped with artificial intelligence technology have started trial operation Wednesday in Shanghai. Co-developed by Chinese search engine giant Baidu and a Shanghai-based tourism company, the double-deck tour bus aims to make travel more convenient for tourists

10 of the Best Vacation Destinations for Space Lovers

Although space travel isn't attainable for most people, you can still explore many space-related destinations right here on planet Earth. Whether you're into star gazing or getting up close and personal with a NASA space shuttle, there are plenty of places to add to your space travel bucket list.

The Most Effective Ways to Complain to Airlines – and How to Keep Your Cool

Complaining to an airline may be necessary if your flight has been delayed or cancelled. Michelle Couch-Friedman is a consumer advocate and has good advise on who to contact in an organisation to get your claim heard - and how to stay calm.

World's First Christian Airline to Cater to Missionaries, Charge No Luggage Fee

Christians traveling around the world and locally for mission trips and religious tours may soon be able to kiss lost luggage and baggage fees goodbye as Judah 1, an aviation ministry out of Texas is set to become the world’s first Christian airline.

American Airlines Launches New Onboard Catering

If you are looking for a way to up your airline food game, check out American Airlines’ new onboard catering options on your next domestic flight. As of December 1st, American Airlines has partnered with Zoës Kitchen to offer all passengers

Small Ship Cruises to Explore the British Isles and Beyond

On her maiden voyage in March 2018, Royal Caribbean’s Symphony of the Seas became the largest passenger ship ever built, carrying nearly 9,000 people (passengers, plus crew) and offering more than 40 restaurants and bars.

Giant Ships, New Destinations: The Biggest Cruise Stories of 2018

From the unveiling of the biggest passenger ship ever to the completion of one of the most ambitious ship overhauls ever, it was another year of milestones in the cruise world. Perhaps the biggest cruise story of the year was the debut of Royal Caribbean's Symphony of the Seas

A Hilton Hotel Will Give 28 Homeless People Free Rooms and Christmas Dinner After Another Hotel Canceled their booking

The DoubleTree by Hilton hotel in the English town of Hull has offered to house 28 homeless people on December 24 and 25 for free, with breakfast and Christmas dinner provided, after another hotel abruptly dropped a booking for them over the weekend.

The Five Surprising Places Where Airbnb Is Not Wanted

Airbnb isn't exactly making a lot of friends at the moment. The short-term rental platform is doing battle with the governments of cities around the globe. Headlines were made this month when officials in Los Angeles finally cracked down on short-term rentals

The City With the Most UNESCO Heritage Sites

Cordoba can get overlooked by tourists to Spain. But with more UNESCO Heritage Sites than any place in the world as of 2018, that should change. Here's what to see before the crowds catch on.

Women-only Tours Are on the Increase in the Middle East

It seems like this is the year of the solo women traveller — with more women than ever deciding to head out on the road for transformative life experiences, without having to deal with spouses, lovers or BFFs in tow.

Tokyo Travel Guide Part 1: So, When is the Best Time to Visit?

More than any other question, my friends never fail to ask me this when planning to visit the Land of the Rising Sun. And if it’s their first time to Japan, Tokyo is inevitably their first destination. My first piece of advice, before even considering the month or the season

28 Places Our Travel Specialists Say You Should Go in 2019

From Portugal's Douro river to remote Siberia, here's where our top travel specialists are telling people to visit in the coming year.

Popeyes Is Selling 'Emotional Support Chickens' to Relieve Holiday Travel Stress

These emotional support animals won’t ruffle any feathers. Popeyes announced on Tuesday that they are launching “Emotional Support Chickens” to help offset some of the stress that comes with traveling during the holidays—but it’s not exactly what you think.

The President Takes A Wife

President Woodrow Wilson was the last President of the United States to become a widower while in office when his wife died of Bright's Disease. A few months later, his sister introduced him to Edith Bolling-Galt from Wytheville, Virginia.

Five Strategies for Stress-Free Travel

I travel a lot. I spend months every year living and working around the world. I’ve also fine-tuned my process so that I feel as comfortable on the road as I do at home. But it wasn’t always this way. Like most people, I used to take once-a-year vacations

Going Dark: Stargazing Destinations Lure 'Astro Tourists' to the Night Sky

The night sky has become a tourist destination. But wait a minute. Can't we see the night sky simply by stepping outside after dark and looking up? Well, yes. But for most of us, that means seeing the glow from artificial lights reflecting off clouds

Romania: Europe's Most Underappreciated Destination

If you're going to drive from past to present through Romania, start in the 15th century at Sighisoara, one of the continent's best-preserved and still lived-in citadels. The hilltop town is dominated by a medieval clock tower above houses jammed inside

‘Idiot’ K-pop Fans Force Airline to Empty Aircraft - and Then Demand Refunds

Three over-enthusiastic K-pop fans delayed a flight from Hong Kong to Seoul by mobbing the objects of their affection and then demanding to be allowed to get off the aircraft.

How This Airline Could Transform Commercial Aviation In The US

The founder of JetBlue, Mr David Neeleman, is in the process of founding a new airline. While the airline has no official name yet, the project has been called Moxy. With $100 million in funding from three aviation CEOs, the airline is expected

Amazon Go Convenience At Airports Could Be A Huge Opportunity For The Airline Industry

This past week in the ongoing saga that is, "As the Amazon Turns," a Reuters report surfaced that Amazon may have plans to implement its Amazon Go checkout-free store format in airports. These reports also came on the heels of Amazon opening another Go store

A Lawyer Who Represents Cruise Ship Workers Reveals the Hardest Job on a Cruise Ship

There are many difficult jobs on a cruise ship, but the hardest, most physically demanding position requires working up to 14 hours a day for less than $700 a month, according to a lawyer who represents cruise-ship employees. That job belongs to a utility galley worker

Reasons to Take a Cruise Out of San Juan, Puerto Rico

When taking a cruise, you have the option of leaving from cruise ports all around the country. However, one of the most overlooked and best cruise port to take a cruise to the Caribbean from is San Juan, Puerto Rico.

Puerto Rico Has a Stunning New Hotel: The O:LV Fifty Five

The Condado neighborhood of San Juan, Puerto Rico has quietly become one of the Caribbean’s capitals of cool in recent years, with a diverse but uniformly sophisticated hotel offering and a modern, urban energy that’s largely unique in the Caribbean.

Son of New Orleans Couple Who Died in Airbnb Questions Company's Safety Requirements

In the wake of a deadly Airbnb accident, a son is calling on the company to ensure the properties listed on its website and app are safe. A month ago New Orleans residents Edward Winders and Barbara Moller died in an Airbnb rental in Mexico from carbon monoxide poisoning.

Five Affordable, Exciting Outdoor Activities in Kuala Lumpur

Malaysia has a plethora of options when it comes to outdoor activities and is not as limited to malls and shopping as most people believe. While it’s highly recommended to embark on a trek to the spectacular Cameron Highlands, or visit one of the beautiful islands in Langkawi

World's Most Popular Attractions, According to Uber

It's been nearly a decade since ride-sharing app Uber first arrived on the scene, hitting the streets of San Francisco in 2010. Today, in spite of endless controversies and legal battles, it's available in hundreds of cities worldwide. That's a lot of rides.

The First Flight

Orville and Wilbur Wright had suffered through weeks of mishaps and delays at their camp in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina. Undeterred, the two brothers continued to experiment with different designs and fuel mixtures for their attempt at flight.

Central Holidays Unveils 25 New, Authentically Rich Travel Programs in its Just-Released 2019 Mediterranean Brochure

Moonachie, NJ – (December 13, 2018) – Central Holidays has unveiled its 2019 Mediterranean brochure featuring a robust array of authentically rich travel programs throughout Greece, Spain, Portugal, Malta, France, and Croatia. This just-released 124-page publication

The Top Travel Destination For 2019 Is So Dreamy & May Not Be What You'd Expect

Going into the new year, you're making resolutions and setting new goals. You're pinky promising yourself that you'll finally learn another language, or get your passport renewed. You want to book plane tickets and dreamy accommodations

Do Not Rule Out India As a Travel Destination

Loryn Holmes, a 39-year-old Regional Sales Manager for Pentravel, Kwa-Zulu Natal, threw herself into the unknown when she embarked on a trip to India together with her mother. When the opportunity presented itself to travel on

40 of the Most Underrated Travel Destinations Around the World

While big cities like Paris or Rome are probably at the top of your travel bucket list, there are plenty of off-the-radar destinations that deserve your attention. From overlooked second cities – Bergen, Norway, and Valparaíso, Chile, to name a few

The Most Eco-Friendly Airline Revealed

We all know that flying isn't great for the environment, but some airlines are better than others at keeping their carbon footprint as minimal as possible. But which is the most CO2 efficient? Environmental group atomsfair says its 2018 Airline Index has the answer.

The Top 10 Airlines of the Year

The journey can sometimes be more important than the destination — and few understand this saying better than those who work in the flight industry. As many articles on mastering the art of air travel as you read, sometimes it boils down to the excellence

6 New Ski Hotels to Enjoy This Winter

Coastal urbanites often have two thoughts when it comes to ski country accommodations: The hotels are either woodsy lodges full of antlers and cowboys, or they are rustic cabins with few amenities. Fortunately, these stereotypes couldn’t be further from the truth.

Corporate Travel Specialists See Pay Hikes

This week, I took a look at the latest U.S.-based travel buyer compensation results from the Global Business Travel Association. Less experienced buyers are enjoying larger bonuses than in previous years, while tenured buyers are seeing their salaries

Expert Says Flu Most Common Travel Illness

How many times have you heard someone say they went on a trip and got sick while away from home or as soon as they got back? Well, it's not your imagination and there are ways to avoid it. Grace Vargas has traveled all over the world in the Air Force.

Carnival Cruise Line Set to Build the First-Ever Roller Coaster at SEA

Thrill-seekers can already try out wacky water slides, climbing walls and even zip lines on cruise ships. But one cruise line is pushing the fun envelope even further - by building the world's first roller coaster on a ship. The attraction, called Bolt: Ultimate Sea Coaster

Disney World 2019 Preview: Star Wars and Much More

The biggest news at Disney World for 2019 – really, the biggest theme park news in years – will be the debut of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. But wigged-out Obi-Wannabes will need to heed Yoda’s advice: Patience you must have.

Track Wolves and Other Wildlife on Yellowstone Tour

Need a last-minute getaway and don’t mind the cold? Natural Habitat Adventures is offering an immersive eight-day wolf and wildlife expedition in Yellowstone National Park. Participants will spend five full days tracking the elusive canis lupus

Storm-Damaged Caribbean Resorts Make a Comeback for High Season

When hurricanes Irma and Maria hit in back-to-back succession last fall, they had a profound impact on high-season traffic in a handful of the hardest-hit Caribbean islands, including Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands and St. Maarten/St. Martin

St. Lucia's Flood

On December 14th, 1287, an enormous storm tide hit the coast of Germany and the Netherlands. The dike system designed to protect the low-lying lands broke. Estimates are that some 50,000 people were killed in one of the largest floods on record. Land in what is now Waddenzee was permanently flooded.

36 Hours in Chamonix

In 1920, the town council of Chamonix, then a quiet French community of 3,000 people, decided to change the municipality’s name to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, thus forging an official link to the mountain, the highest in Western Europe, with a summit that soars 12,000 feet above the town center. The council’s goal was to prevent their Swiss neighbors

10 Must-visit Beaches in the Caribbean

There’s no shortage of things to do in the Caribbean, from snorkeling and hiking to sailing along the coast with a rum punch in hand. But let’s face it, most people visit the islands for one main reason: to hit the beach. After all, there’s something about slipping your toes into soft white sand and looking out over shimmering turquoise waters that’s

Five New Cruise Experiences We Can't Wait For in 2019

We’re big believers that everything is better on the water, so at any given time you might find a member of the Traveler staff on a cruise. But next year already is shaping up to be a big time at sea: Cruise lines are getting bolder with the amenities they have on board (Norwegian's race track, anyone?) and heading to ever-more-creative

River Cruise Companies Say Drought Problems in Europe are Starting to Ease

Viking River Cruises told passengers online: "Recent rain in Europe has improved the low water conditions on the Danube, Main and Rhine rivers, bringing most sections back to normal levels and allowing ships to sail through. "While water levels on all three rivers will continue to fluctuate as they recover and settle, we anticipate most itineraries will resume regular operations in the coming weeks."

United Airlines Will Expand One Of The Airline Industry's Best Hubs

Expanding United Airlines on Wednesday announced a major expansion at its San Francisco hub, saying it will add seven new international flights in 2019. The carrier plans flights to Amsterdam, Melbourne, New Delhi and Toronto as well as added service to Seoul. In combination, the added service represents “the largest international expansion

Southwest Airlines Flight Turns Around After Human Heart Was Left Onboard

A Southwest airlines plane flying from Seattle to Dallas was forced to turn around midflight after the crew found a human heart onboard that should have been delivered to a Seattle hospital. Flight 3606 turned back over Idaho and flew back to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to return the heart, which should have been taken off a previous flight on December 9

Hawaiian Airlines to Offer Cheaper Seat Option Starting in 2019

In a presentation to its investors, Hawaiian Airlines said that is what Hawaii travelers want, and what the company strives for. Along with that dedication, the company is making some changes. In 2019, Hawaiian will begin Sacramento to Maui flights, as well as Boston to Honolulu. For seat choices, the Airlines currently offers the following options

24 Amenities In Hotel Rooms Around The World That Are Amazingly Extra

There's a lot to love about your basic, run-of-the-mill hotel room: A comfy bed, room service, those cute little soaps, the occasional HBO subscription... I could go on and on. But, some hotels go above and beyond when it comes to their offerings — and this list of unique hotel room amenities around the world is solid proof.

You Won't Believe Who's Responsible for the Marriott Hotel Chain Hack

Were you affected by the recent Marriott-Starwood hotel chain cyberattack? This massive data breach has compromised the information of around 500 million guests, including personal and credit card details. The troubling part? Marriott discovered during its investigation that the breach has been going on since 2014. If you made a

The Most Googled Travel Destinations of 2018

We've called out tons of emerging destinations and hot travel trends over the course of 2018 (hello, electric scooters). But which places were the Googling masses obsessed with this year? Always quick with an answer, Google gave us a list of its top trending "Trip to..." searches ("Trip to Italy", "Trip to France," etc.) from the past 12 months, and the

The Best Things to Do in Shanghai

Shanghai has a pulse-quickening energy like no other Chinese city – and more than enough attractions to keep you busy for a week, or maybe even two. Here Telegraph destination expert Lee Cobaj tells you how to get the best out of your break, from strolling the Former French Concession in search of dim sum and going on the hunt for a spouse in

TripAdvisor Reveals Its Most Booked Attractions of 2018

TripAdvisor has revealed its most-booked-attractions ranking for 2018, and it’s Rome’s Colosseum and the Vatican Museums that come first and second, with the Statue of Liberty third and the UK’s Stonehenge in eighth place. The list was produced following analysis of the travel site’s 140,000 bookable tours and activities. The rest of the world top 10 list

The Abdication of Pope Celestine V

Pietro da Morrone became pope of the Catholic Church in 1294. He had become a Benedictine monk a the age of 17, and had adopted an ascetic life, living in a cave on the Mountain of Maiella in south Italy. There, he founded the order later called the Celestines

Checking In? No Thanks. I’m Just Here to Use the Wi-Fi

Walk into a hotel lobby and you may notice something unexpected: People. Not people checking in, or waiting for someone to arrive or hustling to the elevator. No, people sitting, working and socializing. In the past handful of years, hotels have started to create lobbies and common spaces that are a destination in themselves for both guests and locals

Early Snow Brings Exceptional Start to Ski Season

Snow and cold blew into the Rockies a month ago and have been squatting ever since, making the start to this ski season the strongest in years. The Northeast, too, has logged good amounts of snow during the early season, setting New England up for a long ski winter. The entire spine of the continental divide, from Colorado up through Canada

The Best Months To Travel In 2019

Your vacation days from 2018 may be gone, but it's time to start planning your days off for next year. If you want to make the most of your budget, start planning now, using data from Hipmunk that calculates when you can benefit from the highest domestic flight savings throughout the upcoming year. Traveling outside of peak vacation times will

The 50 Best Places to Travel in 2019

Ask the Travel + Leisure staff where we want to travel in 2019, and most of us will answer, honestly, where don’t we? When it comes to compiling our annual year-end list of the places we’re most excited about in the coming months, narrowing down the field is easier said than done. We pore over press releases, tourism statistics, and our overflowing spreadsheets

Luxury Cruise Line Silversea Introduces New Accessible Shore Excursions

Cruisers with mobility issues now have more ways to explore the Caribbean and Central America, on Silversea. The luxury line has introduced new accessible shore excursions in nine destinations throughout the region; additional shore excursions will be developed for Mediterranean itineraries in 2019. The new shore excursion program is designed to ease and enhance

Why You're Never Too Old to Travel

Where to next? That burning question of impatient youth reignites for many as they hit their retirement years. It’s no accident that river cruise lines sponsor so many of the PBS TV shows that older demographics favor. Seniors want to see the world! River cruises, great as they are, are emphatically not the only option, though. All options are available

This Is Exactly How Much You Should Tip When You Stay in a Hotel

Between booking flights and Insta-stalking all the things you can't miss, planning a trip can feel an awful lot like a full-time job these days. One thing many people forget to take into account, though—both in terms of budget and just in general—is that technically it's encouraged to tip the staff members (yes, multiple) whenever you spend the night at a hotel.

These 12 Stunning Hotels Require Extreme Transport

You won’t hear, “Pull the car around and we’ll get you checked in” at these 12 accommodations. Instead, guests take alternative means of arriving, proving the old saying that getting there is half the fun. You may want to review your packing list when your means of transportation include a whitewater raft, cable car, paragliding or even scuba tank.

Christmas Travel Will Rise 5.2 Percent, Airline Group Says

U.S. airlines expect a 5.2 percent increase in air travel during the Christmas and New Year’s break, to more than 2.5 million people a day. The busiest day is expected to be the Friday before Christmas. The trade group Airlines for America said Tuesday it forecasts that 45.7 million passengers will fly on a U.S. airline during the 18-day stretch that starts Thursday, Dec. 20

Kind-Hearted Stranger Helps Woman in Mid-Flight Seizure

A man on a United Express flight in the US is being hailed as a hero for helping a female passenger, while crew members are being criticised for not cutting the flight short. Amy Hammond, of Ohio, wrote in a Facebook post that the unidentified woman was travelling with her young son from Houston to Cincinnati when she passed out as the plane was ascending, Fox News reports.

6 Best Cruises for Families

When booking a cruise for your family, there are several factors to consider, including how old your kids are and what type of experience you're looking for. If you're not careful, you might end up with a bored teen or a kids' club that doesn't accept babies. On the other hand, you could have an unforgettable family vacation. It's worth noting that just

Help Us Choose the Best New Hotels, Restaurants and Attractions of 2018

As we get ready to bid farewell to 2018, 10Best set out to find last year's best new hotels, restaurants, food halls and attractions from coast to coast. We teamed up with a panel of travel experts to nominate 20 of 2018's best new openings in each of five categories: Best New Hotel, Best New Attraction, Best New Food Hall, Best New Restaurant and Best New Amusement Park Attraction.

The First African American Congressman

On December 12, 1870, Joseph Hayne Rainey became the first African American to be elected and serve in the United States House of Representatives. Another African American, Hiram Revels, had earlier been appointed to the U.S. Senate, but Rainey was elected a congressman from the state of South Carolina. His parents were both slaves, but his father was also a barber

Adventures in 'the Most Organized City' in India

With only three more stops to go, our columnist takes in Chandigarh, Le Corbusier’s rigorously planned city, and, on the flip side, a fantastical rock garden, with a mirrored fun-house and waterfall. A tiny figure in flowing blue fabric ran in front of me, giggling, then another, then another, then perhaps a hundred more. They filed through what looked like

Dubai's New Supermarket on Water Caters to Jet Skis and Yachts

Customers are going to need a jet ski or yacht to get to this new market in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Carrefour Bites and More by the Shore bills itself as the world's first sail-thru supermarket. It's basically a mini-mart anchored out in the ocean. Instead of a drive-thru, the market, called the Aqua Pod, has a sail-thru. While on a small watercraft

Delta Air Lines to Ditch Zone Boarding in 2019

Delta Air Lines is shaking up its boarding process, ditching zone boarding for boarding by ticket type. The Atlanta based carrier is renaming, and even color coding, its boarding groups, and increasing the number per flight from six to seven or eight depending on the aircraft. The goal: a smoother, more clear-cut boarding process. Airlines are always

'Better Than Before': Puerto Rico's Recovery is Nearly Complete

Hurricane Maria did a job on El San Juan Hotel, the storied property in Puerto Rico where Sammy Davis Jr., Frank Sinatra and Liza Minnelli once crooned. Water seeped into the lobby and guest rooms, and high winds ripped off awnings and tossed around a stainless-steel sculpture like an inflatable beach ball. The 60-year-old grande dame could

In the Bahamas, Cat Island Offers Spectacular Diving and Solitude for Miles

Sometimes, a shift in perspective makes all the difference. I am 100 feet deep in a Bahamian sea, finning along a reef wall that plunges like a waterfall of color into the blue depths below. Jacks, parrotfish and dugongs glide through a jungle of corals and sponges — green, yellow, purple, red — that sprout from the reef. A school of Bermuda chub

Les Trois Vallées: Great Skiing – But Away From the Bling Crowd

In Courchevel 1850, there’s an eight-bedroom chalet that costs €295,000 a week. The price includes two chefs, two butlers and a massage therapist, but not helicopter transfers to the resort’s altiport, ski equipment or lift passes. Given that kind of excess, you’d be forgiven for thinking that the Trois Vallées, the biggest linked ski area in the world, was

Cruise Couple Held Over Suitcase Cocaine

Officers found 20-22lb (9-10kg) of the drug "ingeniously concealed" in false compartments in four suitcases, Portuguese police said. The man and woman, aged 72 and 70, were held on suspicion of drug trafficking when the ship docked at Lisbon. Operator Cruise and Maritime Voyages said it was "co-operating fully with officials".

Another Cruise Ship Begins Year-Round Cruises from Miami

Another cruise ship will begin cruises from PortMiami, the Cruise Capital of the World. MSC Armonia arrived in Miami on Monday morning and will begin seven day cruises to the Caribbean with two days in Havana, Cuba. MSC Armonia will sail 7-night Caribbean itineraries year-round departing from Miami and calling at Montego Bay, Jamaica

Delta Airlines to Ban Emotional Support Animals on Flights Longer than Eight Hours Ahead of Christmas Travel Season

Delta Airlines will be making a big change to company policies just as the Christmas travel season heats up. According to a report from Market Watch, Delta announced on Monday that emotional support animals will no longer be allowed on flights over eight hours in length, beginning on Dec. 18. Additionally, emotional support animals four months or younger

London's Most Glamorous New Hotel Is Inside a Former Church — and There's a Bar in the Chapel

“If you don’t like purple and peacock feathers, you better check out right away,” laughs L’Oscar London’s gracious general manager, Michael Voigt. He’s only half joking: In this 5-star, 39-room hotel, every surface seems festooned with eggplant-colored velvet or feathers embroidered into stiff silk upholstery and leather wallpaper.

Woman Admits to Setting Her Airbnb Home on Fire TWICE

An Airbnb host has admitted to setting her home on fire twice in one night while her short-stay guest and husband slept inside, with no motive. Maria Williams and husband Tommy had rented out part of their home in Springfield Lakes home, west of Brisbane, to a tenant known only as 'Mohammed'. The woman pleaded guilty to the charges

Best in Travel - The best places to visit in 2019

The best places to go in 2019, picked by in-the-know travel pros. Go explore.

Germany and Italy Declare War on The United States

The United States was still reeling from the surprise attack by the Japanese on Pear Harbor on December 7, 1941 and had formally declared war on Japan. Tens of thousands of young American men rushed to join the armed forces. On December 11th, Germany and Italy responded

Collette Expands Strategic Board of Advisors

Pawtucket, RI (December 10, 2018) – Collette, global tour operator, is thrilled to expand their Board of Advisors to include Jaclyn Leibl-Cote, who began her role as President of Collette earlier this year. Dan Sullivan, Jr., current CEO of Collette, will now hold the position of Chairman of the Board. Alice I. Sullivan will take on the role of Chairman Emeritus.

In Chilean Patagonia, Following a Track to the End of the World

The hiking trail leading to the Morada del Diablo volcano (the Devil’s Dwelling) crossed a field of blackened lava, congealed during the last ice age. Black lizards covered with white speckles, known as lagartijas Magallanicas, skittered across the ground, and the desiccated corpse of a guanaco, a wild grazer related to the llama, baked beneath the sun

5 (more) Hidden-Gem Greek Islands

Millions of visitors flock to Greece each year to seek out its cultural treasures and natural beauty. Some rubberneck with the crowds chasing sunsets in Oia on Santorini, or seek out raucous revelry on ultra-chic Mykonos. Far beyond the usual Greek island suspects are less-touristy gems where you experience a more authentic Greek lifestyle without forfeiting vibrant village life

Ask the Captain: More Reassurances About Turbulence

Question: How would you suggest a passenger cope with turbulence, physically and emotionally? Answer: Turbulence is uncomfortable for everyone. Pilots try to avoid areas of turbulence whenever possible. The best steps to take physically are to remain seated with your seat belt securely fastened. This will prevent you being bounced around in the seat

South America's Other 'Easter Island'

A decade ago, death stalked my drive to Parque Arqueológico Nacional de Tierradentro. The road from the town of Popayán over Colombia’s Cordillera Central mountain range was infamous for ambush and kidnap. Lonesome military posts hinted ominously at the presence of Farc guerrillas. I gripped the wheel tightly as I negotiated the unpaved road through a bleak

Southwest Plane Slides Off Runway at Hollywood Burbank Airport in California

A Southwest plane slid off the runway at Hollywood Burbank Airport on Thursday but came to a stop and no one was injured, according to the Federal Aviation Administration. The flight rolled off the end of the runway in Los Angeles County while landing at about 9 a.m. PT (12 p.m. ET), but was halted by the Engineered Material Arresting System

New Orleans Hospitality Leaders Pitch Hotel Sales Tax Increase Dedicated to Local Infrastructure

New Orleans hospitality industry and business representatives are pitching a plan to raise $81 million in one-time money to plan and undertake fixes to drainage and other city infrastructure. Mayor LaToya Cantrell panned the proposal shortly after it was made public Thursday (Dec. 6), calling it “not adequate to the scale of our needs.”

A Look at Enso Ango in Kyoto, Japan's First Dispersed Hotel

In October, Kyoto welcomed Enso Ango, the country’s very first dispersed hotel. A collective of five buildings all within walking distance of one another, four are located in a quiet residential neighborhood just a few blocks away from Nishiki Market while the fifth is tucked away in a quieter stretch of the city’s famed Gion district. The goal is to provide visitors

The Best New Cruise Ships for 2019

The cruise boom is continuing full steam ahead into 2019, with plenty of new ships -- piled high with innovations -- lined up to sail the seven seas. Shipbuilding trends are leaning toward sustainability (with industry-first hybrid and LNG-powered ships on the roster) and high-tech gadgetry (from onboard AI-enabled digital assistants to excursion submarines)

Storylines to Have Fresh Produce Farm On Planned Residence Ships

Storylines and its residence cruise ship start up project continue to gather momentum as the company announced that it will grow food aboard its residence ships. The company said its ships will offer a fresh produce farm, with “ship-to-plate” offerings using hydroponic food production. “This will enable portions of the menu and indeed whole dishes to be

Why DNA Tourism May Be the Big Travel Trend of 2019

“These are your cousins. You will probably be spending the night with them.” So said the translator after my husband Brian and I arrived at the rural Slovakian home of his relatives, the cousins we'd just learned about. This unexpected visit followed months of chasing a trail to find his grandfather's best friend's daughter in the small northwestern town of Bytča

5 Secrets to Taking Great Travel Photos

How do you take better travel photographs? Start by taking the advice of a seasoned travel photographer like Graeme Green. This British photographer, journalist and travel writer has spent the past 15 years travelling the planet, from Cambodia to Mexico to Botswana, capturing remarkable images and reporting stories for international newspapers and magazines

Amazing Pics From Kyoto/Nara 'Bullet Tour' Show No Matter How Tight Your Schedule, You Should Go

Although the Shinkansen is commonly referred to as the “bullet train” in English, the Japanese name for Japan’s high-speed rail network, has no connection to high-speed projectiles (Shinkansen just translates to “New Trunk Line”). However, Japan does have its own bit of ballistic travel vocabulary in the form of the “dangan tour.”

The King Abdicates the Throne

His name was Edward Albert Christian George Andrew Patrick David and he ascended the throne of the United Kingdom on January 20, 1936 as King Edward VIII. But shortly after he took the throne, Edward announced he wished to marry American divorcee Wallis Simpson.

The Amazing Ways TUI Uses Blockchain To Revolutionize The Travel Industry

Blockchain is the latest innovation to take over vacation planning. It's expected to disrupt the industry as much as when Expedia, Airbnb, and Priceline took vacation planning online. German company TUI Group, the world’s largest tourism company

Nine Tips to Travel Better with Children During the Holidays

Millions of North Americans travel for the holidays to spend time with family and friends, many with children in tow. Of those travelers who responded to a recent Travel Leaders Group Travel Trends survey, 61 percent say they will fly to their holiday

See the Hotel Bedrooms Voted the Sexiest in the World

Imagine having the enviable job of travelling the world to review hotels, in particular hotel bedrooms. Well, that is what Tamara Lohan and her husband James have been doing for the past 15 years, since they established Mr & Mrs Smith, a travel club for hotel lovers.

Cease-fire in City of Miami’s Airbnb Battle Appears Likely After Appeals Court Reversal

An appeals court has sided with the City of Miami over Airbnb, giving the city the go-ahead to punish hundreds of Airbnb hosts accused of illegally renting their homes on the site. But both sides see Wednesday’s decision as more of a cease-fire in the battle over short-term rentals

Here Is Every Major New Airline Route Launched This Week

As usual, many routes were launched this past week. This week saw a total of 38 new routes launched across the globe by airlines from Air New Zealand to Wizz Air. Simple Flying takes a look at all of the new routes launched.

Airlines Warned They Must Put Passengers on Rival Carriers if Flights are Cancelled

The governing body of Britain’s skies has written to the UK’s major airlines to remind them of their responsibility to pay for passengers impacted by cancellations to travel on the next available flight - even if it’s on a rival carrier. The Civil Aviation Authority

Find Out More About Greece's History and Culture

A road trip is the most romantic way for the discerning modern traveller to explore a region, especially if you have to share the road with the occasional herd of goats. Epirus, the wild mountainous region with a latticework coastline in northwest Greece, boasts

Mauritius named Golfing Destination of the Year

Mauritius was named Golf Destination of the Year for Africa, Indian Ocean and the Gulf States at the IAGTO awards in Slovenia recently. It won the same accolade in 2016. Known for its tropical island allure, with glittering cerulean waters, picture-perfect beaches

These Are the 19 Most Popular Travel Destinations of 2019, According to Airbnb

For those of you thinking about your next vacation but are drawing a blank on where to go, we’re here to help. Airbnb just released a list of their 19 top-trending destinations for 2019 (19 for 2019...get it?) to give you some inspiration to help you plan your next trip, and to offer a healthy dose of wanderlust.

What the Millennial Market Wants From the Travel Industry

Keeping up with global trends is hugely important for South African companies involved in the tourism industry. If we want to encourage more foreigners to visit our shores, we have to listen to what they want. That’s why I attended the World Travel Market trade event in London in November this year.

Explore Wonderful Indonesia

A gem of a travel destination, Indonesia is among one of the most beautiful countries in the world. Featuring breathtakingly beautiful sceneries and a unique culture, Indonesia also ranks among the most fascinating countries and has long been a favourite destination for travellers.

Pearl Harbor

On December 7, 1941, three waves of Japanese aircraft left their base of sea carriers stationed north of Hawaii. The Japanese Imperial General Headquarters ordered the attack to coincide with a declaration of war delivered to the United States Department of War in Washington, DC. The surprise attack sank four U.S. Navy

SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS HONORED AS AFRICA’S BEST BY BUSINESS TRAVELER MAGAZINE

Fort Lauderdale, FL (December 4, 2018) – South African Airways (SAA), a Skytrax 4-Star rated airline for 16 consecutive years, has been honored by Business Traveler magazine’s readers as “Best Business Class to Africa” and “Best Airline in Africa” in the magazine’s annual survey. This year marks the 10th consecutive year that SAA has been selected as “Best Airline in Africa” and the 9th consecutive year as “Best Business Class to Africa” by the publication’s readers. Business Traveler is one of the leading publications for the frequent global business travelers.

A Cruise Ship Struck a Key West Mooring. Now No Ships Can Dock There for Three Months

A Silversea Silver Spirit cruise ship Nov. 27, 2018, struck a mooring at Mallory Square in Key West and did enough damage to cause officials to have to close the port of call for at least three months. The crash was caused by heavy sustained winds, city officials said, and the ship was able to eventually get underway that night.

Royal Caribbean Dropping DreamWorks Experience on Cruise Ships

Royal Caribbean has issued an update on their family programming and the cruise line will no longer offer the DreamWorks Experience on the nine cruise ships where the program is currently offered. This change goes into effect beginning with April 2019 sailings.

36 Hours in Kailua-Kona

Travelers flying into Kona International Airport are greeted by a grim panorama: scorched earth and black, volcanic rock stretching from the sea to the mountains. Given all the apocalyptic footage issuing from Hawaii’s Big Island earlier this year, the scene seems to confirm the worst — except that much of this lava hardened hundreds, if not thousands, of

OpenTable Diners Name the 100 Best Restaurants in the USA

More than 12 million OpenTable diners have named their top restaurants in the USA. They range from restaurants with celebrity chefs to small, hidden gems. The verified diners reviewed more than 28,000 restaurants in all 50 states and Washington, D.C. New York had the most honorees, with 24 restaurants on the list. California followed with 15. Illinois

You Can Get Hit With a $11,000 Fine If You Drink Your Own Alcohol on a Flight

We asked flight attendant Celessa Dietzel the one thing she wishes everyone knew about flying. Following is a transcript of the video. It's just like a bar. You wouldn't bring your own booze into a bar. You cannot drink your own alcohol on an aircraft. A lot of people don't know this. You can bring your under 3.4 ounce or less little bottles, mini-bottles sealed in a

Thailand's Famed Phi Phi Islands Are Running Out of Clean Drinking Water, Here's Why

Thailand's famed Phi Phi islands are running out of clean drinking water, a result of the massive and continual influx of tourists that have already inflicted enough environmental destruction to close the islands' most famous beach indefinitely. On Monday, a water study by scientists at Thailand's Kasetsart University found that the rising number of

Celebrity Edge: Nobel Peace Prize Winner Malala Yousafzai Helps Christen Ship in Florida

The most notable new cruise ship of the year now officially has a name. Celebrity Cruises late Tuesday celebrated the debut of its much-awaited, 2,918-passenger Celebrity Edge with an emotional naming ceremony at Florida's Port Everglades presided over by one of the world's most famous activists. Nobel Peace Prize winner Malala Yousafzai

A Tour of Eritrea: The Tiny African Nation You Never Thought You'd Visit

The silent Grundig wireless sets, empty wine bottles and tired musical instruments made for diverting lunch decor in Ghibabo. Young men and women at a neighbouring table chat, taking in the eccentricity of this restaurant and pizzeria in Asmara, the capital of Eritrea. “Ethiopian people,” says a nearby diner, pointing at a nearby group. “Tourists.”

Our Big Exotic Sleepover: A Single-Parent Tour of Egypt

Water buffalo call softly as the waters of the Nile lap at the boat. Kingfishers swoop in the dim light, silhouetted against a mosque on Aswan’s distant bank. Mia, 13, is in a huddle of kids on the upper deck of the wooden felucca, our home for the night. Thanks to some expert child-whispering by our Egyptian guide, Walid – and some instructions from

Royal Caribbean to Build Nearly $100M Cruise Terminal in Galveston

Royal Caribbean expects to bring some of its largest ships to Galveston after investing close to $100 million to build a new cruise terminal at the Port of Galveston. "When we're investing this heavily in the construction of a terminal and entering into long-term lease agreements, then that usually signifies that we will be bringing our ships such as the Oasis

Plane Seat Sizes Are A Response To Consumer Demand, Says Former United Exec

Jeff Foland is a a former executive at United Airlines and Hertz who has the consummate insider's understanding of why airlines do what they do. (Note that after this video was shot Jeff was named CEO of The Parking Spot.) In this video Jeff discusses some of the issues raised in the recent FAA re-authorization bill - namely seat sizes and baggage fees.

Why Now is the Best Time to Get a Sweet Hotel Deal in Dubai

Dubai is jam-packed with five-star hotels, beaches, luxury malls and newly minted landmarks designed to be the biggest of everything – tallest building, largest indoor theme park, second-biggest mall, etc. It’s all part of the city’s aims to be the most popular tourist destination in the world by 2025. Already, it is the fourth-most visited city in the world, with a

5 Great Luxury Hidden Gem Ski Hotels You Should Know About

America is awash in fantastic 5-star options for deep pocketed skiers traveling in style, and famous places like the Four Seasons Jackson Hole, Little Nell at Aspen and Vail’s Arrabelle routinely - and deservedly - make all sorts of best hotel lists. But there are some wonderful deluxe properties out there that fly below the radar of many traveling skiers and

Travel Websites See Profits in Selling More Than Just Flights

Booking companies and hoteliers are trying to sell travelers more online than just a place to stay, an airline ticket or a car rental. These web-based firms also want customers to purchase experiences such as parasailing excursions, food tours and aquarium adventures. The amount spent by travelers on tours, attractions, events and activities while

The Thirteenth Amendment

On this day in 1865, the Thirteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution became law. The Thirteenth Amendment abolished slavery and involuntary servitude. It was the first amendment to the Constitution in over sixty years. The Emancipation Proclamation issued by President Lincoln

4 Reasons Why British Columbia Is A Wildlife Lover's Travel Destination

If you’re looking to incorporate your obsession with animals into the ideal holiday itinerary, then there’s one destination that needs to be at the top of your to-do list: the Canadian province of British Columbia. Its wild Pacific coastline, mind-blowing

Peru wins three travel prizes at World Travel Awards 2018

Peru’s gastronomy, overall culture, and Machu Picchu were recognized as some of the world’s best at an international travel awards show this week. For the seventh year in a row, Peru won the ‘Best Culture’ award at the World Travel Awards show. A second

And the World's Best New Cruise Ship is ...

Viking Cruises dominated the 11th annual Cruise Critic Editors' Picks Awards for the second year in a row with five wins in 2018. Princess Cruises, Royal Caribbean International, Seabourn and Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection tied for second

The Most Luxurious Ways to Cruise the British Isles

Imagine, if you will, an archipelago of more than 136 permanently inhabited islands, many thousands more isolated and undisturbed, seas teaming with whales, seals, the skies filled with birds. Imagine deserted white-sand beaches, rock formations like lunar landscapes

Another U.S. Airline is Raising Drink Prices on Flights

Economy passengers flying with Delta can expect increases in the price of drinks offered on flights starting Dec. 1. The airline is raising its drink fees by $1 for alcohol beverages, though the price of sparkling wine will remain the same at $9.

Here Are the Best Airlines for 2018 According to The Points Guy

US travel and credit card website The Points Guys held their inaugural TPG Awards on Tuesday. The gala, which was hosted by website-founder Brian Kelly at the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum in New York, saw the world of airlines converge with those of credit cards and hospitality.

The Marriott Breach Reminds Us How Valuable Hotel Data Is To Spies

Earlier this year I wrote about the shadowy world of data brokers that buy and sell our most intimate information, from the products we buy to the medical conditions we suffer from to the locations we frequent, profiting from us without our knowledge or consent

Could This Be the World's Most Remote Hotel?

Fancy escaping it all? This cosy lodge in East Greenland could be just what you’re looking for. Nestled in tiny Ittoqqortoormiit, a place where the population count runs to a mere 450 people, the Ittoqqortoormiit Guesthouse is the only lodging in Greenland's most isolated town

The End of Prohibition

The Eighteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution was passed in 1919, over the veto of President Woodrow Wilson. Under pressure from religious and other temperance groups, the the manufacture and consumption of alcoholic beverages became illegal. Almost immediately, millions of Americans

How To Survive Holiday Travel Unscathed

Traveling for the holidays is almost like a rite of passage. Whether it's to your family home via public transit, a multi-hour roadtrip in the car, or across the country on a plane, there is so much planning and stress and well, stuff, that goes into holiday travel

Give Me a ‘Break’! Travel Buzzwords for 2019

T’is the season for silly words. As travel companies gear up for the busy January booking period, a host of new holiday buzzwords is being unleashed. The travel industry has form when it comes to dreaming up terrible portmanteaus that creep into everyday use – see staycation and glamping

D.C. Man Arrested in Atlanta Airport After Asking Jews on Plane to Identify Themselves

A District man who was arrested Wednesday after reportedly asking all Jewish people on a Delta Air Lines flight to identify themselves was released Thursday after spending the night in jail. David Toaff, 34, of the Logan Circle neighborhood of Northwest Washington

Savor the Tastes of Local Culture in Retirement

Don Kagey, 59, and his wife, Julie, 60, of Okemos, Mich., consider their bicycle trip through Sicily this past spring as the best vacation of their lives. “Having a deep food experience is very important to us,” says Julie. Her family comes from Sicily, so the Kageys signed up for a tour led by celebrity chefs Mary Sue Milliken and Traci Des Jardins.

The Pyramids Of Giza, Valley Of The Kings And The Nile: Egypt Is On Everyone's Mind For 2019

The Valley of the Kings has long been a place I’ve been fascinated by. I mean…mummies! And pharaohs! And gold! And curses! Oh my! Basically, I’ve wanted to visit Egypt for as long as I can remember. But today’s Egypt is a far cry from the Egypt I grew up dreaming

Japan Offers Lessons in Eating, Walking and Bridging the Distance

They looked so innocent: planks of wood that attached to my feet with cloth thongs, like flip-flops. But their contact surface with the ground was two blocks of wood, neither of which was under the toe. I pitched forward with each step and felt like I might launch face first into the ground. I had spent some 39 years of my life believing I knew how to

Captain Of His Destiny: The Man Who Has Lived On A Cruise Ship For 13 Years

Most guests on Seven Seas Navigator may not find anything unusual about the distinguished-looking man who eats alone every day, at lunch and dinner, at the same corner table of the Compass Rose dining room. But when I learned that this passenger—whom the crew deferentially refers to as the “Captain”—has been residing on this same ship for

New Resorts in the Caribbean for 2018-19

Whether you prefer lavish or laid-back, there is no shortage of options for families escaping the winter winds at home, couples in the mood for quiet time, and gaggles of pals celebrating a special occasion. From Antigua to St. Maarten, check out and check into elegant new hotels, refurbished luxe resorts and rebranded bargains on the beach.

No Pictures Allowed at Some of the Most Popular Tourist Destinations

Planning to go see a popular tourists attraction? It's probably a good idea to find out the photography policies first. That's because some of the most popular sightseeing destinations around the world have strict photography rules, and you can face fines or intense reprimands for pulling out your camera. Images exist all over the internet of the Eiffel Tower

Adults-Only Virgin Isn’t a ‘Typical’ Cruise Line. Neither is Its New Miami Terminal.

Miami is becoming Virgin territory. Just days after the British company announced it was investing in Brightline’s rail service (and renaming it Virgin Trains), Sir Richard Branson himself came to town to unveil a palm-tree inspired design for a Virgin Voyages cruise terminal at PortMiami. And oh yes — the flamboyant entrepreneur also also let it slip that a

Vacations in Italy: Cooking Under the Tuscan Sun

We are on the terrace of Hotel La Costa in the 13th century hilltop village of Montefollonico, situated about 100 kilometres south of of Florence. George, along with his wife Linda and their daughter Whitney, are our wonderful hosts of Cook in Tuscany, a week of gourmet cooking classes run by local women, fine dining and excursions. We step inside

10 Overseas Surf Trips that Aussies love

When it comes to beaches, in Australia we’re blessed with waves and beauty (and a climate hard to top). There’s the wild, rugged coastline of Margaret River, the famous peaks of Bells Beach and the longboarder dreamscape that is The Pass in Byron Bay. Manly in Sydney, Burleigh to Snapper Rocks on the Gold Coast, and Noosa have even been

Is It Okay to Lean Your Seat Back on a Plane?

Few things are more uncomfortable than a cramped plane. Some people think one of the few saving graces found in economy seating is being able to lean your seat back. Those extra few inches of space make a huge impact on your ability to sleep. Others feel that leaning your seat back on a plane is rude, as it takes space away from the person behind you. What do you think?

Utopian Hotel Collection: Experiences Are The New Luxury

Millennials think and act differently. So naturally, they travel differently too. Research has shown that 72 percent of people would rather invest in experiences than materialistic purchases. According to TripAdvisor’s 2018 report, some of the most popular tourism trends this year were unique and non-traditional experiential opportunities, be they cooking

United Launches New 'Premium Economy' Class Between Coach and Business for Long Flights

Don't want to shell out $7,000 for business class but fretting spending a 16-hour flight crammed in coach? United Airlines is rolling out a new class of service for travelers looking for something between the two extremes on some of its longest international flights. United started selling seats in so-called premium economy class on Monday. Travelers

New rule requires airlines to report number of lost bags, broken wheelchairs

A new rule will require airlines for the first time to report how many checked bags, wheelchairs and motorized scooters they damage or mishandle each month. The U.S. Department of Transportation will implement the rule starting on Tuesday, December 4. It’s expected to lower the number of wheelchairs that airlines damage each year and “bring a

The Pyramids Of Giza, Valley Of The Kings And The Nile: Egypt Is On Everyone's Mind For 2019

The Valley of the Kings has long been a place I’ve been fascinated by. I mean…mummies! And pharaohs! And gold! And curses! Oh my! Basically, I’ve wanted to visit Egypt for as long as I can remember. But today’s Egypt is a far cry from the Egypt I grew up dreaming about. Revolutions and continued political unrest along with terrorist attacks targeting

The Discovery of the Mary Celeste

On December 4, 1872, the captain of the commercial sailing vessel Dei Gratia, spotted the American ship Mary Celeste sailing toward the Straights of Gibraltar. Captain David Reed Morehouse of the Dei Gratia knew the Mary Celeste had sailed out of New York only a few weeks before. The Mary Celeste was sailing oddly, almost as though at drift, though it was

Windstar Announces New Additions to Key Positions As Small Ship Cruise Line Continues Strong Growth

Seattle, WA, December 3, 2018 — Windstar Cruises is pleased to announce the addition of John Gunner as Vice President of Expansion Projects and Captain Michael B. Ross as Director of Marine & Safety Operations. Both will make important contributions to the award-winning cruise line’s operations as it continues to add new destinations and expand programs, notably the recently announced $250 Million Star Plus Initiative in 2019.

Reader's Choice Destination of the Year 2018: Iceland

This year’s readers’ choice winner for Travel + Leisure’s Destination of the Year is Iceland, which earned just over 14.5 percent of the vote in our online survey. In second, with 10.5 percent of the vote, is Singapore — perhaps thanks in part to

20 Places To Celebrate The Holidays

We would never tell our grandmother this, but we could use a change of scenery on December 25. Don’t get us wrong. We love the familiar sights of plastic-covered couches and doily-topped tables, but having a backdrop of a sandy beach or an elegant

Digital Nomads Are Flocking To These Cities

Thanks to the internet, more millennials are working remotely than ever before. The more adventurous are embracing the digital nomad lifestyle and taking their careers internationally. Jumping from one destination to another, these expats are criss crossing the globe

Martha Stewart Wine & Food Experience tour culminates in Los Angeles with great offerings

“I love L.A.” could have been the theme song Saturday on the final stop of the Martha Stewart Wine & Food Experience 12-city tour presented by USA TODAY. The lifestyle guru herself was singing the praises of the City of Angels during the event that brought

Experience Christmases Past with Holiday Tours of Antebellum Homes

Touring the South’s stately antebellum houses is a joy any time, but seeing these Southern belles all dolled up in their Christmas finery is a special once-a-year treat. Decking the halls of these architectural gems is practically an art form, and each has its own holiday style

Princess Cruises Announces Second Cruise Ship Receiving MedallionClass Experience

Princess Cruises has announced a second cruise ship that will be receiving the cruise line’s new wearable technology, OceanMedallion. Regal Princess will be fully activated with Princess MedallionClass experiences starting February 17, 2019.

10 reasons you should cruise on the Queen Mary 2

For cruisers who love days at sea or history buffs who like a little luxury, there is nothing like a week-long transatlantic crossing on Cunard's iconic Queen Mary 2. The world's only liner offering regularly scheduled transatlantic crossings between New York and Southampton

Family Accuses Airline of Abandoning Woman in Wheelchair After Her Flight Was Canceled

Family members say American Airlines and a porter at the Chicago airport lost a 67-year-old disabled woman overnight after her flight was canceled and she couldn’t make it to a hotel. Olimpia Warsaw, 67, flew into Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport to attend her ex-husband’s funeral

This Airline is Offering Cheese Fondue in the Sky

Just because you’re leaving Geneva doesn’t mean you have to say goodbye to your Swiss holiday so soon – Swiss International Air Lines is offering traditional cheese fondue on flights out of the city so you can enjoy the luxurious lifestyle for just a little bit longer.

The World's Swankiest Hotel Interiors

The dazzling mosaic-bar of Bar Trigona at the Four Seasons Hotel in Kuala Lumpur, the Italian-chic, cinema-themed Paper Moon Giardino restaurant in Milan, the beach resort chic of the Rosewood Sanya in China. They're all the work of a Hong Kong duo, interior designer

A Second Toy Story Themed Hotel Confirmed to Be in the Works

With major new additions to both of its parks, Tokyo Disney is the midst of its largest expansion since the opening of Tokyo DisneySea in 2001. A new 475-room hotel looking into Tokyo DisneySea was announced earlier this year, the fifth hotel for the two-park resort.

Give the Gift of Travel with These Not-So-Obvious Ideas

Need a gift for a frequent traveler? Here are some great (and not too obvious) ideas they're sure to love. A few I’ve even mentioned in the past, so they've continued to stand the test of time! It's worth mentioning that I don’t endorse specific products or brands, but I do have my favorites at different price points

The First Heart Transplant

On December 3, 1967, Dr. Christiaan Barnard performed the first human heart transplant. Operating on a 54 year old patient, Barnard performed the procedure in his native South Africa. The patient, Louis Washkansky, received the heart from a woman killed the day before

36 Hours in Jaipur

Nearly 300 years ago, an enlightened maharajah with a penchant for jewels and an eye for architecture built a planned city amid the arid hills of northwest India. Called Jaipur after the city’s founder, Jai Singh II, it arose on a grid of urban sectors not just for royal palaces, but for the workshops of artisans recruited to establish a new commercial hub. These

10 Travel-Worthy Christmas Trees Across the USA

Christmas trees draw communities and travelers together, says Tim O’Connor, executive director of the National Christmas Tree Association. Towering and elaborately decorated public trees allow visitors to join in local holiday traditions and gatherings. “They really symbolize Christmas so well, and attract tens of thousands of people.” He shares some favorites.

From Tel Aviv to Berlin, Here Are the Best Places to See Bauhaus Architecture

The Bauhaus school of design turns 100 in 2019. The style, recognisable for its flat roofs, white or glass-skinned walls and boldly modern details, has influenced skyscrapers, typefaces and most things in between. Celebrations will happen around the world, but especially in Germany, where the school’s original brilliance was short-lived. Founded in Weimar

Should You Print Out Your Plane Ticket? Qantas Puts an End to Confusing Rule

When my mother told me we had to print our plane tickets before going to the airport together I told her not to worry about it. I couldn’t remember the last time I’d printed a domestic ticket, but as an infrequent flyer she had done what we all really should do and actually read her e-ticket properly.

Marriott's Starwood Database Hacked, 500 Million Guests May Be Affected

Marriott International said on Friday that hackers illegally accessed its Starwood Hotels brand's reservation database since 2014, potentially exposing personal information on about 500 million guests. Shares of the company fell nearly 6 percent to about $115 in trading before the bell. The company said for 327 million guests, personal information

‘Embarrassed’ Couple Kicked Off Cruise Ship for Booking Error: 'We Couldn't Believe It'

A confused couple was booted off their cruise and left stranded in South Korea — and thousands of dollars out of pocket — over a simple but profound error they made when booking their trip. And their mistake is a lesson for all of us, said Michelle Couch-Friedman from consumer rights group Elliott Advocacy, which was not able to get compensation for the devastated couple.

A Little Girl Named Abcde Was Mocked By a Southwest Gate Agent. The Airline Has Apologized.

A Texas mother is calling out a Southwest Airlines employee who she said mocked her 5-year-old daughter’s name and then posted a picture of the small child’s boarding pass on social media. Traci Redford told ABC affiliate KABC her daughter’s name is Abcde, which is pronounced “ab-si-dee.” Redford said the incident occurred several weeks ago

These Airport Nap Pods Are Like Tiny Hotel Rooms for Tired Travelers

Everything's better when naps are included, especially while traveling. A brand new micro-hotel is opening up at Washington Dulles International Airport just in time for busy holiday travelers with long layovers, according to USA Today. Sleepbox Nap Lounge, located in Concourse A, is a little like those privacy pods that have been popping up in

Whistler Blackcomb: How to Ski North America's Largest Resort

Every winter, more skiers and snowboarders pick Canada’s Whistler Blackcomb than any other resort in North America. It is stunningly large, with the most skiable terrain (8,171 acres) and highest vertical rise (5,280 feet) on the continent, and each of its two interconnected mountains is bigger than other top-tier destination resorts. The result is virtually every snow condition

Best Retirement Cruises for Seniors

With onboard activities, nearly unlimited amounts of food, and gorgeous ports, cruising is a very popular and convenient choice for seniors. Whether it’s checking an adventure off a bucket list or relaxing on a deck chair, below are some of the best choices for retirees.

The 27 Best Places to Travel in 2019

For this year’s list of best places to travel, we asked writers and contributors from around the world to tell us about the destinations they were most excited about. Our 2018 picks highlighted great meals and budget-friendly destinations. This year, we’ve organized the list in a more interactive format that allows you to see everything on a map. Want to go

The World's Most Scenic Flight?

That's Honolulu -- Majuro -- Kwajalein -- Kosrae -- Pohnpei -- Chuuk -- Guam. You'll definitely want a window seat. Aviation geeks call it "the holy grail of flight routes." For contractors it's one of the world's most picturesque commutes, while for islanders across the region it's a lifeline. Welcome aboard United Airlines 154, the Island Hopper, a Boeing 737-800 f

Mark Twain

On this day in 1835, Samuel Langhorne Clemens was born in the small town of Florida, Missouri. Better known by his pseudonym, Mark Twain, the writer proved to be one of the true originals of American literature. His novels The Adventures of Tom Sawyer and Adventures of Huckleberry Finn earned Twain a public following

How to Become a Travel Agent in 4 Steps

The job of travel agent sounds like something of a relic. In the age of the internet, where travel destinations are a click away, do travel agents even exist? As it turns out, they do. The job outlook for a travel agent is, admittedly, kind of bleak. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, from 2016-26 the number of travel agent jobs in America is expected to decrease by 12%, or 9,500 jobs.

The Best Destinations for a Summer Wedding

Some brides know that when the time comes to say their “I dos”, it will be said in the city in which they live, or at a meaningful place that predates the actual engagement. There are so many gorgeous locations in the world to hold your nuptials, and the right destination can even give you more bang for your buck.

A Lawyer Who Represents Cruise Passengers Reveals the One Thing You Need to Know Before Getting on a Cruise Ship

Cruise lines make significant efforts to keep their passengers happy (sometimes at the expense of their employees), but when a passenger is injured, the cruise line's attitude can change, according to a lawyer who represents cruise-line passengers and employees. If, as a passenger, you slip and fall or are assaulted, the cruise line is no longer your

This Might be the Best Way to See Wine Country

For most travelers, road trips and wine country go hand-in-hand. After all, there's no better way to see wine country than by driving leisurely through the lush, vineyard-studded countryside, Sideways-style, stopping occasionally for wine tastings and cellar tours. Or is there? On a recent anniversary trip to the French wine region of Bordeaux, my husband

U.S. Hotel Occupancy Projected to Hit New Record in 2019 Despite Recent Softness

The U.S. hotel industry is expected to see a 10th consecutive year of growth in 2019, according to a revised forecast from CBRE Hotels Americas Research. CBRE, a real estate and investment firm, anticipates that U.S. hotel occupancy will rise to 66.2 percent in 2019, marking a fifth straight record level, and that occupancy will be fueled by a 2.1 percent bump

The Top Hotels in London, According to Our Readers

For the past few years, London's hotel scene has been booming, with a whole host of new places sprouting up around the city. The best part about it? There's something for everyone, from unfettered luxury at stalwarts like Claridge's and the Connaught to buzzy bar scenes at hot properties like the Henrietta Hotel and Chiltern Firehouse. See which London

U.S. Airlines Face A Critical Legislative And Regulatory Test In 2019

Forty years ago, President Carter signed the Airline Deregulation Act (ADA), landmark legislation that has transformed air travel from an expensive, exclusive means of transportation to an affordable option for more Americans. Over the past 40 years, average roundtrip U.S. domestic air fares have decreased by more than 40%, from $629 to $340

'Small Verbal Argument' Causes Flight to Land at O'Hare: CPD

American Airlines flight 3284 took off Wednesday from O’Hare shortly after 5 p.m. but had to turn around and head back to Chicago midflight due to the passenger being disruptive, a spokeswoman for the airline said. Police were waiting at the airport when the plane landed, she said.

To the Ends of the Earth: The Most Remote Travel Destinations of 2018-19

Instagram Opens a New Window. has brought some of the world’s most beautiful and exotic destinations to people’s fingertips, but the thing about booking your travel based on social media is that you’re certainly not going to be the only one trekking to those spots. If you want to go off the grid, travel to some of the most remote, ruggedly beautiful travel destinations on the planet.

Value-Packed Europe City Stay Deals Unveiled by Central Holidays

Moonachie, NJ – (November 28, 2018) – Central Holidays is now offering stupendous savings for travel to some of the most remarkable destinations of Europe. When traveling this November through mid-March 2019, travelers can visit an array of enticing cities in Italy, Spain, France and Malta at amazing prices.

The Zong Massacre

On November 29, 1781, the crew of a British slave ship, The Zong, murdered 133 African slaves bound for Jamaica by dumping them overboard into the sea to claim insurance. The ship's first mate stood his ground and objected to the action and later testified against the crew at trial. Public reaction to the Zong affair was so strong as to hasten the United Kingdom's eventual prohibition of the slave trade.

Nagoya is the Next Big Destination for Food in Japan

In some ways, Nagoya is a city designed to accommodate our quirks — the Japanese city, easily accessible from Tokyo by bullet train, has a little something for everyone. Automobile and transit fanatics can visit one of the city’s many automotive museums, where they can watch futuristic robots assemble cars or test-drive a bullet train using the

Wildlife Vacations: The 10 Ultimate Trips for Animal Lovers

From tracking polar bears across the Arctic tundra to swimming with sea lions in the Sea of Cortez, the world is full of incredible wildlife adventures to experience. If you’re an animal lover, you won’t want to miss these unforgettable wildlife vacations.

Safety Tips for Snow Travel

With snow in the forecast for this weekend, those traveling may be getting a little nervous about their plans. But from airports to freeways, there are tips and tricks for snowy weather to make sure you make it to where you need to go safely. Snow can be one of the most magical things during the winter, but it can also be the most dangerous. If you're

European River Cruises Hit a New Obstacle: Not Enough Water

A week into a two-week river cruise along the Danube River in August, Erin Needham, her husband, Scott, and her mother-in-law, Linda, found themselves in an odd position: their trip, Ms. Needham’s first to Europe, was being cut short because the water was too shallow for the ship to go on. Stuck in Vilshofen, Germany, and unable to make it to

9 Best Boutique Hotels for Honeymoons in Santorini

You’ve spent months meticulously planning a memorable wedding. The band is booked, the florist is putting the finishing touches on the beautiful bouquets, and the dress is being tailored to your exact proportions. The only outstanding question: Where to honeymoon? Santorini is a popular pick among newlyweds, and for good reason – the vertical whitewashed villages, sheer seaside cliffs and jaw-dropping views create a romantic backdrop for ringing in

This is What It's Like to Stay at the World's Most Remote Hotel in Greenland

Scenery doesn’t usually make me weep. I’ve been to Botswanan bush camps, Cambodian beaches and Ethiopian lakes, and rarely have I found myself reaching for the tissues. But the mauve light that floods Greenland’s snow-drenched landscape in late autumn is so dramatically beautiful that my eyes welled with tears. Although it doesn’t pay to be

Get Ready, Star Wars Fans: Disney's Millennium Falcon Ride Looks Truly Out of This Galaxy

A trip inside the Millennium Falcon cockpit, ride names, and a sneak peek at Batuu: it’s all happening. With Galaxy’s Edge opening at Disneyland Resort in summer 2019 and Walt Disney World in late fall 2019, we’re just a few months away from Disney’s Star Wars-themed lands welcoming their first visitors, and these recent reveals are enough to have

Rediscovering Colombia

Cecilia Rodriguez padded down a mountain trail, her pink Crocs gripping the craggy earth with the tenacity of hiking boots. A floral-ribboned hat shielded her face from the sunbeams poking through the forest canopy. Around her, morpho butterflies fluttered their iridescent wings. Doves cooed. A dog dozed beneath a Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia sign

Getting the Hump: Pushkar Camel Fair Changing from Trading Post to Heritage Event

or more than 150 years, the holy town of Pushkar in India’s Rajasthan desert has been cultivating folk art. Its annual livestock market, the Pushkar Fair, draws farmers and tradesmen from across the country, looking to buy camels. But to make the camels more attractive to buyers, they must first be decorated and displayed in their full majesty.

This New Plane Has No Middle Seats — and That's Not Even the Coolest Part

Traveling certainly comes with plenty of perks. Sure, you get to see the world, visit family and friends in far-flung places, and experience new things. But, there’s one thing that can put a damper on all that good. And that is the downright terrible experience of traveling in the middle seat. OK, so flying in the middle seat is just about at the

Reasons I’m Obsessed by Tokyo: #1 No Annoying Phone Calls on Trains

It’s the style that grabs you first. Culottes teamed with a beret and heels worn with velvet socks. But then you’ll see a beautiful woman pass by in a kimono. You’ll walk past coffee stores so hipsterly cool they make Bondi look 10 years late to the party, then pass a teahouse steeped in tradition, practising centuries-old rituals. You’ll queue for the

Innovative 'Magic Carpet' on New Celebrity Cruise Ship Brings Passenger to Water's Edge

Call it the most unusual new feature to debut this year on a cruise ship. Celebrity Edge, the new Celebrity Cruises vessel being unveiled this week in Florida, boasts a first-of-its-kind, 90-ton passenger platform hanging over its side that serves a range of functions as it moves up and down the ship. Dubbed the Magic Carpet, the tangerine-colored

Some Airlines May Be Using Algorithms to Split Up Families During Flights

For most people, the holiday season includes travel, especially with their families. But airlines are reserving an increasing number of seat assignments for those who pay extra, meaning that you may not get to sit next to your traveling companions on a flight unless you’re willing to pay more for the privilege. A recent investigation by the UK’s

Travel and Well-Being Tips Of The Rich And Famous -- Part One

I'm not rich and I'm not famous, but, after 25 years of being a professional travel writer, I have a boatload of great travel tips, which I can happily share with you. These items take the "travail" out of travel. They include Oscillococcinum -- the best-selling over-the-counter cough-cold-flu remedy in France (which you can purchase at your

The 177-Year-Old Travel Firm Usurped by Web Newbie

Web-based vacation retailer On the Beach Group Plc’s market value surpassed that of high street favorite Thomas Cook Group Plc, reflecting a metaphorical changing of the guard in the U.K. travel sector. Shares of On the Beach jumped as much as 4.9 percent on Wednesday after the Manchester, England-based firm said full-year sales rose by almost a

Launch of the Mariner 4

On this day in 1964, NASA launched the Mariner 4, the fourth spacecraft in a series developed to explore other planets using flyby technology. The Mariner 4 was the first in the group to successfully complete a flyby and return with photos of Mars' (or any other planet's) surface. The spacecraft began the studies of the engineering required for long-duration interplanetary travel.

Tammy Levent Announces Another Year of "ItsMyBag.Cool" to Provide Foster Children With Some Dignity

TAMPA, Florida, Nov. 19, 2018—Entrepreneur and travel expert Tammy Levent has announced another big holiday season push for “It’s My Bag,” Levent’s humanitarian effort which provides suitcases, bags and toiletries to foster children. She is looking for people willing to coordinate and serve as drop-off locations around the country.

How to Protect Your Travel Rewards From Being Stolen

Stolen travel rewards are a hot commodity on the darknet. Hackers typically steal points by obtaining a traveler’s login credentials through phishing and data servers. While all of it might seem a little far-fetched for the average internet-browsing

The Ten Best Books About Travel of 2018

Visiting a locale in person is the single best way to experience a place and its people. The second best way: Reading a book about it. Luckily, this year there was no shortage of engaging books exploring every corner of the globe, from Canada to France to our home turf

Long Layover? These Airlines Have Discounted or Free Transit Hotel Stays

It's not uncommon to have a long layover when making your way to your final travel destination —especially if you'll be traveling a good distance on your journey. When your layover is more than just a few hours, you may want to consider leaving the

Airport Hotels Go Glam

In recent years, several properties have opened at airports around the globe with attractive amenities, sleek design and tasty food. They’re welcoming hotels for travelers to spend a night or even a multiday layover. “The old stereotype used to be that airport

Winter Storm Brings Heavy Snow to Midwest, Causing Major Travel Delays

A winter storm causing chaos on a busy travel weekend brought more high winds, snow and rain Monday as it pushed from the Midwest toward the Great Lakes and into the northeast US. More than 1,300 flights within, into or out of the US were canceled

Douglas Ward on the World's Best Cruise Ships

Thinking of taking a cruise? Talk to a travel agent or travel planner by all means. But plan to spend a few evening immersed in the bible of the cruise industry, Berlitz Cruising & Cruise Ships, published by Insight Guides and written by Douglas Ward

Celebrity Edge Cruise Ship Suites and Cabins in Photos

The first new Celebrity Cruises ship in six years, Celebrity Edge, offers an array of upscale suites. The most luxurious accommodations on Celebrity Edge are its two Iconic Suites, which are located at the top of the ship and measure more than 2,500 sq. feet

Best Hotels in the World That Are Surprisingly Cheap

There’s a common misconception that you have to pay top dollar to get the best. Sure, some luxury properties cost a pretty penny for the level of service you receive, but you could be surprised by just how many actually are affordable. A tiny budget doesn’t

Qatar Launches First Global Destination Campaign

Qatar has launched its first global destination campaign aimed at positioning the Arabian Gulf country as an attractive destination for authentic and bespoke experiences. Under the tagline Qatar ‘Qurated For You’, the campaign seeks to bring

Best Places to Travel in 2019

The world's most exciting destinations for the year ahead. From Mexico City to China and up to Greenland, National Geographic's Best Place of 2019 is a list keep in mind with traveling in 2019.

Tanzanian Tour Operators Give Up Hope

Tour operators in Tanzania are losing hope on the government’s delay to enforce the import duty exemptions on tourist vehicles as the clock ticks towards the onset of the high tourism season. During the 2018/19-budget session, Parliament amended the East

Geographic Expeditions (GeoEx) Launches Its First All-Women's Group Tour

Trailblazing travel company Geographic Expeditions (GeoEx), which has spearheaded group travel to Tibet, Iran, Bhutan, Patagonia, and numerous other destinations, is offering its first women-only tour, a 13-day exploration of Egypt from Cairo to Aswan

Pope Urban II Launches First Crusade

On this day in 1095, Catholic Pope Urban II launched the First Crusade to reclaim the Holy Lands, and in particular Jerusalem, for the Christians. The motivations for the Crusades were multi-faceted: though often attributed to religious zeal, the Crusades were also ordered in part to quell in the unruly warrior class in Europe, who

Why You Should Double Check Your TSA PreCheck and Global Entry Status Right Now

You might be in for a rude surprise the next time you try to pass through airport security with your PreCheck or Global Entry membership. It has been five years since the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) began issuing PreCheck and Global Entry status. Those who were early adopters of the program will likely have to renew their status

Best Hotels in the World That Are Surprisingly Cheap

There’s a common misconception that you have to pay top dollar to get the best. Sure, some luxury properties cost a pretty penny for the level of service you receive, but you could be surprised by just how many actually are affordable. A tiny budget doesn’t mean you have to stay in a tiny hotel if you know how to score a good deal, choose a less

9 Insanely Affordable Winter Vacation Destinations for 2018-19

If you haven’t taken a look at SmarterTravel’s cheapest places to fly right now, you should. But getting a cheap flight only puts you halfway toward affordable. In that spirit, here are nine affordable winter vacation destinations that offer both cheap flights and good on-the-ground prices – plus plenty of fun activities and sights.

How to Explore Ernest Hemingway's Cuba

“Ambos Mundos was where Hemingway’s love affair with Cuba all started,” said Esperanza, the custodian of the legendary author’s former hotel room in Havana. I had unwittingly picked up Cuba’s Hemingway trail right at its source – a fraying Art Deco hotel in the heart of the Unesco-listed old quarter. From behind Hemingway’s typewriter in room

Air Canada Signs Deal to Buy Aeroplan Program for $450 Million

Air Canada has signed a definitive agreement to buy the Aeroplan loyalty program from Aimia Inc. for $450 million in cash. Under the deal, Air Canada will also assume $1.9 billion of Aeroplan miles liability. The definitive agreement follows an announcement in August of a tentative sale. Air Canada says it has also signed agreements with TD Bank

Leaning Tower of Pisa is Straightening -- But You Still Have Thousands of Years to Take Pictures

Italy’s Leaning Tower of Pisa is leaning a little less these days. But, a story from CBS reports, you still have thousands of years to catch the famed attraction before it no longer leans. The news network said engineers have labored for a couple of decades to stop the Tuscan bell tower from possibly toppling over. Those efforts have been successful

Things to Do in Pensacola

It’s Saturday evening in Pensacola, Fla. Past the shops and eateries that line Palafox Street downtown, a wedding reception fills one of several restored historical buildings with light and laughter. Guests spill out onto the sidewalk, while out back couples dance on a terrace overlooking Pensacola Bay. Fireworks burst against the starry sky; they’re

Finding Serenity—and Forest-Grown Truffles—in the Mountains of Abruzzo, Italy

Ask anyone and they’ll tell you driving in Italy is a nightmare. When I explained to U.S. friends and distant Italian relatives that my girlfriend and I were planning an Italian road trip, both parties were quick to respond with sensationalized warnings about narrow, curving roads, hot-headed speeders, and single lane passing. But it’s not

Douglas Ward on the World's Best Cruise Ships

Thinking of taking a cruise? Talk to a travel agent or travel planner by all means. But plan to spend a few evening immersed in the bible of the cruise industry, the Berlitz Cruising and Cruise Ships, published by Insight Guides and written by Douglas Ward. The English-born Ward is arguably the world’s greatest cruise expert, spending nearly half of

Charting a Fresh Course for Barbados’s Cruise Sector

The Barbadian Government has formed the National Cruise Development Commission to come up with a path forward for the country’s cruise sector, which is reportedly floundering and which tourism minister Kerrie Symmonds described as “in a deep state of crisis”. Issues include port capacity constraints, inefficient infrastructure and poor customer service. What are the problems with the industry in Barbados, and how can it be rescued as a cruise destination?

A Night At London's Sexiest New Hotel

The first thing you should know about Holborn’s L’oscar hotel is that it’s housed in a turn-of-the-century, Baroque-style church. Initially, this holy history may seem at odds with the decadent maximalism of Jacques Garcia, the Parisian décorateur who literally wrote the book on elegance, luxury and excess. But instead, the divine past of this listed

What the Travel Media Gets So Horribly Wrong About Africa

Africa is one of the most important stories in business, politics, and tourism. But you wouldn’t know it when reading most of the way the travel media covers the continent. Instead of nuance, you’re getting the same formulaic, cookie-cutter types of stories pegged to the same news hooks, written by the same voices, month in and month out.

Entering King Tut's Tomb

On this day in 1923, Howard Carter and Lord Carnavon became the first people to enter the tomb of Pharaoh Tutankhamun in 3,000 years. The discovery is significant in part because the tomb was extremely well-preserved; its location having been forgotten to history, it was spared the usual grave-robbing

Airport WiFi Is Safe, Plus Travel Scoops You May Have Missed

It’s a short holiday week, which means we’ve got to mix it up. This week, we’re thankful for you, dear readers, who follow us through the strange vicissitudes of the car business. You are curious; you are tolerant; you are mostly kind, at least on Twitter. So please be gentle with me as I introduce the theme of this car roundup, which is holiday plane travel.

Best Destinations to Visit for a Warm Christmas

NOLA heats up the season for a Cajun Christmas that’s not too hot, not too cold. Throughout December, check out free Christmas New Orleans Style concerts in the historic St. Louis Cathedral in Jackson Square; then join the carolers in the square for a massive singalong the Sunday before Christmas. On Christmas Eve, a centuries-old tradition of

Hanoi's 'Train Street' Becomes Selfie Central

Gone are the days when polite travelers would avoid walking in front of people so as not to get in their vacation snap -- now, it's all about not walking behind people to ruin their selfies. Few places have selfie culture more on display than Hanoi, Vietnam, where the mix of old and new provides a fascinating photo backdrop for visitors. Hanoi's "selfie street"

Instagram Post That Got This Passenger in Trouble

A frequent flyer says he was bullied by Malaysia Airlines crew mid-air after he slammed the “horror” flight in an online review posted during the journey. But the passenger, who is an award-winning travel blogger who shares airline reviews with his 53,000 YouTube subscribers, has released a video explaining his “horror flight”, despite what he

How Increased Air Travel is Fueling the Hotel Industry

Worldwide, the hotel industry relies on the airline industry to literally carry its demand. Sure, there are drive markets with little reliance on airlift, but the vast majority of the industry depends on guests arriving via airplane. Following the inception of commercial flight back in 1914, it required more than 75 years for annual air passenger volume to hit the

Israel Retaliates After Airbnb Removes Settlement Rentals

Israel said Tuesday it would slap high taxes on vacation rental company Airbnb and encourage legal steps against the site over its decision to ban listings from West Bank settlements. The threats of sanctions ramp up Israel’s fight against a global movement advocating for boycotts over the country’s treatment of the Palestinians. The Boycott, Divestment

Can Cruise Ships Be Powered With Dead Fish? Norwegian Line Hurtigruten is Betting On It

A cruise line based in Norway just announced it soon would power some of its ships with dead fish. And, no, it wasn't joking. Tromso, Norway-based Hurtigruten on Monday said it would become the first cruise operator in the world to power vessels using liquified biogas (LBG), a fossil-free, renewable fuel produced from dead fish and other organic

Black Friday & Cyber Monday Cruise Deals 2018

It's the "most wonderful time of the year" for many reasons, but for cruisers in the know, the period surrounding Black Friday and Cyber Monday is one of the most fruitful times to find sales and perks on all your favorite cruise lines. This week, be thankful for friends, family, health and if a great cruise deal finds its way into the mix -- well, all the better.

First Look INSIDE the Millenium Falcon Ride Coming to Star Wars Land at Disney World

STAR WARS fans looking forward to the new themed lands at Disney World and Disneyland next year will be chomping at the bit after checking out their new videos inside the rides. The theme parks have released two clips showing what it will be like for guests to ride the Millennium Falcon and battle with the First Order.

Snowboarding in Serbia: Deep Powder for Those Without Deep Pockets

I’m in a snowy forest, surrounded by spruce and fir trees, with branches so laden with snow that every now and then I can hear a faint pfff as the limb gives way and the powder falls to the ground. In spite of the heavy snowfall, the piste I’m snowboarding on, which cuts right through this magical forest, is perfectly groomed. This is Kopaonik, Serbia’s

16 Festive Train Rides You Can Take For the Holidays

Taking a train ride with Santa and his helpers or scoping out magnificent winter scenery can make for a festive way to celebrate the holiday season. Whether you're a family looking for a playful way to provide children with holiday memories they won’t forget, or adults in search of magnificent ice adventures and mesmerizing views coupled with

We’re Stuck! A Not-So-Festive Look at an Enduring Travel Tradition

Late one night, in the early part of each November, there occurs an annual phantom hour. It creeps into the deserted region from 1 to 2 in the morning, and then vanishes, leaving everything changed. From this moment, 50 degrees is warm, not cold. Sunsets are confined to the realm of memory. Conclaves of blood-red cardinals congregate on

Bloody Sunday

One of the seminal events in the Irish fight with the UK for independence took place on this day in 1920. The Irish Republican Army's Chief of Intelligence Michael Collins devised a plan for the assassination of 35 British intelligence agents in Dublin. At an appointed time on the morning of November 21, 1920, squads of IRA hit men opened fire in eight different

American Harmony, 2nd Modern Riverboat Launched 4 Weeks Ahead of Schedule

Guilford, CT—November 20, 2018—American Cruise Lines announced today that it successfully launched its 2nd new modern riverboat American Harmony at Chesapeake Shipbuilding in Salisbury, MD, on Saturday, November 17th. American Harmony is the 2nd modern riverboat in the U.S. and the 2nd of 5 planned ships in American’s revolutionary new series. The 1st ship in the series, American Song, began cruising a sold out inaugural season on the Mississippi this October 2018 and was the first modern riverboat in U.S. history. American Harmony is 4 weeks ahead of schedule and was launched exactly one year to the day of its sister ship American Song. Construction has also begun on the 3rd ship in the modern riverboat series.

What’s ‘Quintessentially Korean’? The Monk? The Waterpark? Both?

On her last stop in Gangwon-Do, our columnist goes leaf peeping Korean-style, which involves Buddhist traditions, selfie sticks and many, many plates of food. Our columnist, Jada Yuan, is visiting each destination on our 52 Places to Go in 2018 list. This dispatch brings her to Gangwon, South Korea, which took the No. 7 spot on the list. It is the 46th

5 Things to Love About New World's Largest Cruise Ship Symphony of the Seas

What's to love about Royal Caribbean's Symphony of the Seas, the giant new cruise ship that was christened in Miami on Thursday? A lot, if you're a fan of big, bustling, resort-like vessels that are chock full of activities. At 228,081 tons, Symphony is the largest cruise ship ever, and it's packed full of gee-whiz attractions such as a thrill slide that plunges

7 Reasons Why Traveling by Train is Better Than Flying

The train takes longer than flying and, for some trips, it doesn't make sense. But when I have time, the train is the way I definitely want to go. I love the rhythm of the train wheels, the sound of the conductor's "All aboard!" and the stunning views out the big windows. I feel truly transported onboard, which is just what I want when I'm on vacation.

Disney World for the Holidays: Big Celebrations, Bigger Crowds

Over the Jungle River and through the Hundred Acre Woods, to Walt Disney World they go. If you think it's tough getting a ride on Splash Mountain in July, try going the week between Christmas and New Year's. Holiday crowds typically jam the Magic Kingdom to the point that The Mouse often lifts its drawbridge (metaphorically) and closes its

Why Budapest is the Perfect City for a Winter Break

The festive season kicks off early in Budapest. Its Christmas market (which opened last weekend) is the first in Europe to celebrate winter with colourful stalls, traditional dancing and cups of steaming forralt bor (mulled wine). It adds an attractive veneer to one of Europe’s great cultural capitals.

Norwegian Cruise Ship's Mechanical Issues Strand Thousands of Passengers in Puerto Rico

Thousands of passengers aboard the Norwegian Jade cruise ship will have to fly back to Miami from San Juan, Puerto Rico cutting their 10-day Caribbean vacation short. The ship left from Miami on Friday and arrived in San Juan on Sunday. Late Sunday evening, about an hour before the ship was supposed to leave the port, the captain announced

11 Southern Getaways Perfect for Your Next Girls' Trip

Once the craziness of summer has come and gone, our excitement for all things fall can sometimes be accompanied by a small tug of seasonal sadness. Summer is a time of long-awaited vacations, weekend getaways, and fun in the sun—but we don’t always carry that attitude into cooler weather. With a new season, however, comes a new reason to get

Want Faster Airline Customer Service? Try Tweeting

Tired of endless phone trees and long hold times? You may find that using social media platforms like Twitter and Facebook is a better way to get attention from the airlines. It’s another busy day at the Integrated Operations Center of American Airlines, a slick glass and concrete building located on a well-manicured campus near Dallas/Fort Worth

Top 10 Best Hotels In The World That Offer Great Experience

When you are planning a vacation, you spend a lot of time researching the hotels you want to stay in, the places you visit, restaurants, shopping, and other things. You read reviews and experiences of other travelers. Folks at Travel + Leisure asked their readers to rate various hotels based on their location, facilities, food, service, and overall value.

Where are the world’s 9 Most Instagrammable Hotels?

Only yesterday, I found myself ogling at an image of a breathtaking hotel on Instagram, while secretly adding it to my favourites. The power of social media is only spiralling and everything is about picturesque landscapes and divine locales. More so, how can we flaunt our picture-perfect locations without the high and mighty Instagram!

Travel Wise | Strategies for surviving holiday travel

Book early. Give yourself a little extra time at the airport or on the road. Prepare for bad weather. If you’ve read that obvious holiday-travel advice once, you’ve probably read it a hundred times. And I’ve probably written that holiday-travel advice a hundred times. But this year, how about something a little different? A record 107.3 million traveled

Can I Fly With That?

"In this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes," goes the idiom. But for travelers, nothing's certain but death, taxes and hikes to airline baggage fees. 2018 has been the first major year since 2013 to see a rash of baggage fee hikes among airlines. In August, both JetBlue Airways and United Airlines raised checked baggage fees

The Sinking of the Essex

On this day in 1820 a giant sperm whale attacked and sank the whaling vessel Essex in off of the western coast of South America. The survivors climbed aboard two life boats and made it to a small island. However, they soon exhausted the islands' food supply. To survive, all but

Collette Launches Black Friday Deal: 15% off All 2019 Tours

Pawtucket, RI (November 19, 2018) – Collette, global tour operator, is thrilled to announce the start of their exciting Black Friday offer! Valid on bookings between 11/21/2018 – 11/25/2018, guests will save 15% on any tour booking for 2019*. This offer applies to all Collette family of brands, including the new Explorations line.

Six Places in Buenos Aires Where You’ll Want to Have a Drink

To get a general idea of how the people of Buenos Aires drink, you need only go inside any grocery or convenience store. It won’t be too many steps before you’re confronted with an end-of-aisle liquor display. But it won’t be vodka or rum on sale. It will be Campari, Fernet Branca, Cynar, Cinzano vermouth or Gancia, an aperitivo. Each is an Italian

Winter Wonderland: Scenic, Snowy Vacation Rentals from HomeAway

Some people hide away from blustery weather, or plan their winter vacations in tropical locales. But snow lovers are always looking for places to embrace winter and its stark beauty. HomeAway has assembled what it calls its Winter Collection, some of the vacation rental site’s best and most popular listings in scenic spots across the USA. Many of

Toddler Triggers Bottle Smash as Symphony of the Seas Christened in Miami

In the end, it was one of the smallest of humans who set in motion the christening of the biggest of cruise ships. One-year-old Ocean PenaVega, with an assist from his parents, actors and megacruise fans Carlos and Alexa PenaVega, pressed a button late Thursday in Miami to trigger the smashing of a champagne bottle against Royal Caribbean's

A Tour of the World's First 'Activist' Hotel in Washington D.C.

“Today feels like victory,” declares Gabrielle Tayac, an elder of Washington D.C.’s indigenous Piscataway tribe, to a cheering room. Her audience is a mix of multi-generational Native Americans, frustrated old-school DC residents and sage-burning influencers, whose sharp elbows in pursuit of an Instagram story seem decidedly un-spiritual. It’s the

Nuggets of News from Epcot: A Spinning Roller Coaster Car, a Singalong, a Lagoon Show

Disney has started to fill in some of the details of a makeover of Epcot that will be going on for years: more spectacle, more interactive entertainment, more cutting-edge technology that will give us not just a glimpse of fantasy worlds but immerse us in them. The company still has not revealed the big picture, but over the last week, between the annual

Detouring: Top World Destinations are Overrun. Take Our Suggestions for Roads Not Taken.

During a trip to the Czech Republic this summer, Bret Love desperately wanted to escape the crowds at Prague Castle but couldn’t. He was stuck in a Vltava River of humanity. “There were thousands and thousands and thousands of people jostling for space,” said the co-founder of Green Global Travel. “You start to feel like cattle being herded.”

National Review

The first edition of William F. Buckley's National Review was published on this day in 1955. A former Yale debater and editor of the Yale Daily News, the young Buckley wrote "God and Man at Yale" in 1951 establishing him as a serious intellectual thinker. He raised $300,000 to

Airlines Face Crack Down On Use of ‘Exploitative’ Algorithm That Splits Up Families on Flights

Algorithms used by airlines to split up those travelling together unless they pay more to sit next to each other have been called “exploitative” by a government minister. Speaking to a parliamentary communications committee, Digital Minister Margot James described the software as “a very cynical, exploitative means… to hoodwink the general public”.

Higher Expectations Driving Changes in Business Class

As 2018 draws to a close, business class is approaching forty years old, we’re approaching the third decade since business class seats started evolving into beds, and a further revolution in passenger experience is well underway. First class continues its slide into the long, dark teatime of the soul, which is posing problems for many airlines. Those that

Carnival Cruise Ship Opens New Shopping Experience

A Carnival Cruise Line ship has unveiled a new shopping experience that represents one of the most ambitious duty free store remodels on any Carnival ship to date. Carnival Cruise Line has partnered with duty free partner Heinemann Americas Inc in what they hope will become a model for duty free shopping on cruise lines around the world.

Next Year's Big Travel Trends Will Make You Want To Pack Your Bags

For your next vacation, there's a pretty good chance you'll be checking into a place like La Casa Contenta, a stunning four-bedroom mansion in Temecula, Calif., with unobstructed views of the Palomar Mountain range. At least that's what the vacation rental company HomeAway says in its 2019 Trend Report, a preview of next year's big travel trends.

Ruined Castles Spring Back to Life

There's something unforgettable about a ruined castle -- the way nature's seeped through the stone and rendered the structure a skeleton of its former self, haunted by history. Exploring one of the UK's many abandoned castles, you might find yourself imagining what the fortress looked like back when its turrets were intact and its moat was filled

Hyatt Bets Big On China For The Future Of Travel

Hyatt opened its first hotel in China in 1969 and today has grown to 58 hotels, seven brands and more than 19,000 rooms in Greater China. Over the next four years, Hyatt plans to double its presence in China with 60 hotels and 22,000 more rooms in the pipeline, representing nearly one-third of Hyatt's global development pipeline. China's

The Best Shopping Holiday for Travelers May Not Be Black Friday (But It's Close)

Those looking to score the cheapest airfares around this Thanksgiving holiday shopping season may have their patience tested. Between Black Friday, Cyber Monday and what some are calling “Travel Tuesday” or “Travel Deal Tuesday” — a day that some airlines appear to be making their own when it comes to holiday

The 5 Types of People Who Should Visit Disneyland at Christmas. Are You One of Them?

Anyone who visits Disneyland during the holidays knows that the theme park didn’t invent Christmas cheer. It perfected it. From a towering holiday tree to the wreaths and lights that drip from any real estate capable of supporting decorations, Disneyland is the center of the yule-niverse. It wasn’t always this way.

In-Flight Sexual Misconduct Task Force Announced by DOT

The U.S. Department of Transportation on Thursday announced the creation of an in-flight sexual misconduct task force. DOT Secretary Elaine L. Chao announced the task force, which is part of the larger Aviation Consumer Protection Advisory Committee. "The Task Force will review current practices, protocols

Luxury Hotel Built in Former Pit Mine to Open in China

A luxury hotel opening outside Shanghai is offering guests with deep pockets the chance of a very deep sleep. The 18-story Intercontinental Shanghai Wonderland Hotel has been built into the side of a huge hole in the ground left by a former pit mine. Sixteen of its floors are below ground level, looking out onto the

How Do I Avoid Hidden Hotel Fees?

Liz Gabay looks relaxed now, outside enjoying the beautiful weather in her purple shirt and jeans, reading a book. But you should have seen her the day she checked out of the hotel, after visiting her daughter at college. The hotel bill included an unexpected daily charge for the in-room safe. “It’s totally sneaky

A New Take on Luxury Destination Weddings and Honeymoons

Luxury destination weddings and honeymoons continue to evolve in their style as the bride and groom raise the bar on their expectations. For destination weddings, couples are planning more customized experiences for their guests, and the planning is beginning earlier and earlier. We touched base with

8 Reasons That Prove Japan Deserves a Stamp in Your Passport

With all the magical, must-see destinations popping up around the globe, your passport has probably gotten a lot of action lately—or is about to, anyway. You can take wellness cruises that let you venture through the Mediterranean Sea with a green juice in hand, see elephants roaming in Kenya, or climb the

Holiday Gift Guide 2018: The Best European Cooking Vacations

For a second consecutive year, Portugal was named “Best European Destination” at the 25th World Travel Awards in 2018. Lisbon, its capital and largest city, is one of the country’s most popular destinations. In partnership with Culinary Backstreets, Atlas Obscura is hosting a 7-day/6-night Lisbon culinary experience

How Instagram is Changing the Way We Travel

Visual social network Instagram is a feast for the eyes – particularly for those who love traveling. The platform now has more than 1 billion active monthly users, who post more than 100 million photos each day. And a large percentage of those photos are travel-related. Each day, users are treated to photos of

Celebrity Travel Destinations for Those with an Unlimited Budget

It must be hard being a celebrity. In between fighting off your adoring fans and being hero-worshipped, you also have to worry about how to dress, where to eat and where to go on holiday. And the latter is not just as simple as checking out the cheapest flights to Spain on the website of a budget airline.

Windstar Cruises Planning $250 Million Fleet Upgrade

Small-ship cruise line Windstar Cruises is planning a new $250 million fleet upgrade project, the company said. The multi-year “Star Plus Initiative” will “impact and enhance” all aspects of the experience on the brand’s Star-Class vessels. That will include adding another 100 passengers on each ship, meaning a total

Dream Cruises Introduces Halal Cuisine on Genting Dream

Dream Cruises announced it has introduced Halal cuisine options onboard the Genting Dream, which is currently the only cruise ship in Asia granted Halal certification by the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM). The Lido onboard the 2016-built ship now offers a dedicated Halal buffet section for

Operation Paperclip

World War II was over, but the Cold War was beginning to simmer. The United States seized on the opportunity to grab the technology lead in rocket design and development. On November 16, 1945, the first group of German scientists from Nazi Germany arrived in the United States to begin their new roles as United States

ASTA Announces A-List Lineup for Global Convention 2019

Alexandria, VA, November 15, 2018 – The American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA) is pleased to announce that Chris Nassetta, President & CEO of Hilton, Arnold Donald, President & CEO of Carnival Corporation & plc, Andy Stuart, President & CEO of Norwegian Cruise Line and Michael Bayley, President & CEO of Royal Caribbean International will take part in the biggest industry event of 2019, the ASTA Global Convention (AGC) in Fort Lauderdale, FL, at the Diplomat Beach Resort, August 25-27, 2019.

BACK-ROADS TOURING COMPANY RELAUNCHES AS BLUE-ROADS IN NORTH AMERICA

SANTA MONICA, Calif – Nov. 12, 2018 – Back-Roads Touring Company, one of the world’s premier small-group touring companies, has rebranded in North America, launching Blue-Roads Touring Company as part of the company’s global growth strategy. By creating a new brand that speaks to a distinctly American audience, Blue-Roads is helping to bring the small-group tour experience to life in this key market.

Cups of Tea, Pashminas and Momos, Seeing India’s Himalayas on a Budget

I told the owner, George Sher Ali, that I’d been in his shop before, several years before, and his ears perked up. “Tell me what you bought,” he said, and reached for a tall stack of old assignment notebooks. “I will tell you exactly when you came in.” I said I’d been into his art and print shop, L’Araba Fenice, roughly eight years

Airline Seat Size: Will FAA Bring Relief to Squeezed Flyers?

In 2014 I first wrote here about the issue of incredibly shrinking aircraft accommodations with “Think airline seats have gotten smaller? They have.” Using archived data, I detailed how both legroom (as measured in seat pitch) and comfort (as measured in seat width) have both been steadily decreasing since the 1980s

9 Caribbean Resorts That Should Be On Your Bucket List

Everyone has their own bucket list of travel destinations, places like Machu Picchu and the Grand Canyon. But we believe hotels are deserving of a see-before-you-die checklist, too. With that in mind, Oyster.com compiled nine bucket list-worthy resorts in the Caribbean, from St. Lucia to St. Barts and Jamaica to the

Carnival’s Newest Ship: Dr. Seuss, ParchedPig Beer, Custom Lunches and Bargain Fares

In a crowded corner of Carnival Horizon’s pool deck, I ate my first lunch of the day at BlueIguana Cantina’s burrito bar. My made-to-order burrito contained lime-cilantro rice, black beans, charred corn, grilled chicken and a medium-spicy pico de gallo — no refried beans, thank you very much. At the Pasta Bar, I ordered

Strange Things That Can Get You Kicked Off a Cruise Ship

Sure, any activity deemed illegal on land will swiftly get you escorted off a ship but as ships are privately owned there are certain rules that apply on top of that. In fact, it’s easier to get kicked off a ship than you may imagine. Late to your port sailaway? See ya later! Well, at least see you for now, you’ll have to make your own way to the next port.

Woman Found Dead Aboard Princess Cruises Ship That Left Fort Lauderdale, Reports Say

Authorities are investigating the death of a 52-year-old woman who died Tuesday while traveling on a Princess Cruises ship that left Fort Lauderdale, reports say. The incident happened aboard the Royal Princess ship which left Port Everglades last Friday for a seven-day cruise through the Caribbean. The ship is scheduled to return to Fort Lauderdale

What Happens When a Hotel Loyalist Tries Airbnb

Around the world, 150 million travelers regularly use Airbnb. I, a travel writer for more than ten years, am not one of them. Why? Because I love hotels. From the anticipation of opening the door for the first time to the thrill of coming “home” to a freshly made bed, for me, a great hotel is the foundation of a perfect getaway. And as a brand loyalist

10 of the Best Independent Tour Guides: Readers’ Tips

Whether it’s China, Bosnia or Colombia, our readers have found guides whose humour, passion and local knowledge have been the making of a trip

The 14 Most Beautiful Islands of Japan

Japan is revered for many things: Buddhist temples, breathtaking Geishas, bustling metropolises, and the freshest, most far-out fish markets. But it also has thousands of spectacular islands, beyond the four main ones that make up a majority of the country’s 142,000 square miles — who knew? In fact, thanks to the north-south extension of the

Specialized Tours Enrich Travel

When I arrive in a new city, I book a private guide straightaway — someone who can bring the architecture, history and culture to life. Lately, in the spirit of experiential sightseeing, I’ve been taking specialized tours that highlight unique, local experiences or historical themes. Particularly in big cities, I’ve found all kinds of focused tours, from

What to Do When an Airline Loses Your Bag

You arrive at your destination, ready to finally unwind on your long-awaited vacation, only to find that your suitcase hasn’t made the trip with you. It’s not a fun situation to find yourself in, but it’s also likely not the end of the world. So the first step is take a deep breath and not let the airline’s mismanagement ruin your trip. The second is to check with

Monument or Mirage? Hand Rises From the Desert

It's dry, barren and sparse. The otherworldly landscapes of northern Chile's Atacama Desert could easily be from Mars. It is the driest desert in the world outside of the polar regions, and its 40,500-odd square miles of red and burnt-orange plains stretch as far as the eye can see. The drive through the desert marks a stretch of the Pan-American

K-19

The Soviet nuclear submarine K-19 was perhaps the unluckiest piece of military equipment ever assembled. From the beginning of its construction to its decommissioning, the submarine would suffer fires, radiation leaks, and a series of fatal accidents. On the 15th of

On Samos, Aesop’s Fabled Isle, a Mix of Greeks, Migrants and Tourists

Legend has it that when Aesop, a slave, was brought to the Greek island of Samos, he so charmed the locals with his fables that they not only freed him, but honored him with a shrine. That Aesop should have come to this Northern Aegean island for freedom holds a special poignancy today, even if it is only myth, because Samos is now home to

How to Up the Spontaneity Quotient on Your Next Trip

Nothing against relaxing on beachfront daybeds or doing the cathedral-monument-museum circuit, but for travelers like me (and, I’m guessing, like some of you) the ideal vacation is one that combines relaxation and sightseeing with unexpected finds down narrow streets, lively conversations with surprising locals and wrong exits leading to hidden treasures.

World's best cruise lines: U.S. News & World Report's 2019 award winners

Which is a better cruise line for the money, Costa Cruises or Celebrity Cruises? U.S. News & World Report's 2019 rankings for the world's best cruise lines are out this week, and while Costa just squeezes into the Top 8 list for Best Cruise Lines for the Money, it's Celebrity that pulls down the top honors at No. 1. For its sixth annual Best Cruise

Growing Consensus: Thanksgiving Will Be Busiest Ever for Air Travel

There’s growing consensus: This will be the busiest Thanksgiving ever for air travel. The latest comes from airline trade group Airlines for America (A4A), which will issue its annual Thanksgiving travel forecast Wednesday. A4A is projecting a record holiday in terms of passenger traffic, matching similar expectations from the Transportation

Why You Should Lose Your Ski Touring Virginity in Norway

Skis desperately gripping the sugary snow and forehead slick with sweat as I stand panting heavily, I have one of those moments where I wonder if this might be how I die. Yes, I have a taste for melodrama. But I also honestly don’t know how I’m going to make it down the next hundred metres or so of rugged terrain, all of it blanketed in

Cruise Line Turns Away 80-Year-Old Widow From Scottish Voyage

An 80-year-old great-grandmother was turned away from a UK cruise because she did not have acceptable ID – and was then given no assistance as she sought to catch up with the ship. In January, Shelagh Doyle paid £950 for a one-week “Lochs of Scotland” cruise aboard the Fred. Olsen ship Black Watch. She was told at the time that she must

Four Miami Men Died Rafting During a Costa Rica Bachelor Trip. They Weren’t the First.

As Jaycee Greenblatt read a story about the five men, four of them from Miami, who died in a white water rafting accident in Costa Rica last month, the similarities between that tragedy and the worst day of her life made her feel ill. Just two years ago Greenblatt, 32, saw the current of the Sarapiquí River sweep the limp body of her boyfriend

Sneak Peek: Rosemont Lands Its First Boutique Hotel, The Rose

For a village of roughly 4,000 residents, Rosemont is rife with hotels. Nearly 20 of them populate this northwest suburb, in the shadow of O’Hare International Airport. Yet another hotel is about to join Rosemont’s ranks, but this one is billed as the town’s first boutique offering: The Rose, a 165-room property “where classy meets edgy.” It opens

Cool-Girl Stylist Peju Famojure’s Guide to Shopping and Relaxing in Republic of Congo

A mere glimpse at Peju Famojure’s Instagram will leave you wishing that you, too, were gallivanting from one far flung locale to the next in #oldceline. The New York-born fashion editor and stylist has held posts at various glossies, and styles big names like Solange Knowles, all the while living between New York and Paris. So it’s really no surprise

Maui's Wailea Resorts Are Best in Hawaii, Condé Nast Traveler's Readers Say

South Maui’s Wailea resorts overshadowed better-known Waikiki in the recently released Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers Choice Awards 2018. Of the top resorts in Hawaii, five of the top 10 are on Maui. The Hotel Wailea, an adults-only hotel about three-quarters of a mile from the ocean, came in at No. 1.“… [B]e sure to put your vacation in

The US Airlines Most and Least Likely to Mishandle Your Luggage

Each year, thousands of suitcases end up separated from their owners due to airline baggage mishandlings. Although many of these missing suitcases eventually get to the right place, some never do. Just last month, the US Department of Transportation (DOT) issued their latest airline travel report that lists the mishandled baggage stats for

12 Must-Do Adventures Down Under

The best thing about traveling in Australia’s far north is connecting with the Aboriginal people who have roamed these canyons and coasts for some 65,000 years. Nowhere is their culture more alive than in Arnhem Land, a 37,500-square-mile preserve with rusty red coastlines, rugged escarpments, and croc-filled oxbow lakes. You can camp on

Claude Monet

The French Impressionist painter Claude Monet was born on this day in 1840. Monet's painting Impression, Sunrise, gave the Impressionist movement its name. His series of more than 250 paintings of waterlilies may be his most famous work. Monet revised many of those paintings after surgery for cataracts enhanced his vision to see higher into the

Peek Inside Royal Caribbean's New Symphony of the Seas, World's Largest Cruise Ship

What's it like on the new world's largest cruise ship, Symphony of the Seas? Our latest Cruise Ship Tour, in the carousel on this page, offers a deck-by-deck look at the giant Royal Caribbean vessel, which will be christened Thursday in Miami. Scheduled to begin week-long Caribbean trips out of the city on Saturday, Symphony will dwarf

Phoenix Sky Harbor is Named the Best U.S. Airport for the Second Time

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport offers the best experience in the United States for air travelers, according to a study by the popular frequent-fluer website The Points Guy. This is the second time the website has ranked the 30 best and worst airports in the U.S. and the second time Phoenix Sky Harbor has gotten the top spot.

Air India Pilot Banned from Flying for Three Years After Failing Breathalyser Test

An Air India pilot who failed two breathalyser tests before he was due to operate a flight from Delhi to London on Sunday 11 November has lost his pilot’s licence. Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), the Indian civil aviation regulator, confirmed Arvind Kathpalia, who is also the airline’s operations director, has been suspended from flying for

The Man Behind Palisociety Aims To Build 'Ace Hotels For Grownups'

You can tell by the precise cut of his suit jacket that Palisociety founder and president Avi Brosh has a discerning eye for detail and taste. He likes to joke that he got his first job in commercial real estate years ago not by knowing the industry ("I honestly couldn't tell you what a cap rate was," he says) but "because I had good clothes."

Honeymooners Sue Over Hawaii Hotel Workers Strike

A North Carolina couple booked a luxury Hawaii hotel for more than $2,000 but wasn’t warned about that workers were on strike before they arrived for their honeymoon, they say in a class-action lawsuit. Dr. Ovais Inamullah and Sana Khalique were charged full booking price for their five-night stay at The Royal Hawaiian Hotel in Waikiki, even

See Inside Norwegian Breakaway, New Orleans' Largest Cruise Ship

Norwegian Breakaway, the largest cruise ship to home port in New Orleans, arrived Sunday (Nov. 11), kicking off multi-day sailings to the Caribbean. The ship will home port in New Orleans through April 2019. Norwegian Cruise Line, which announced last year it would move Breakaway from New York to New Orleans, will offer five, seven

End of the Road for Wanderlust Society as Travel Startup Created by Amazon Vets is Shutting Down

It was an interesting trip but a relatively short one for the team of technology veterans who set out to change the way people plan their travels. The Seattle-based startup Wanderlust Society is shutting down at the end of the year. In an email to members who had signed on with the service, the Wanderlust team wrote Monday that they lacked the

Pilots See 'Very Fast' UFO Above Ireland

The view from the airplane window just got a little bit weirder -- or at least it did over Ireland. Several airborne sightings of at least one "very bright" unidentified flying object were seen last Friday, according to air traffic control audio logs. Chatter between airline pilots and Irish air traffic control focused briefly on the sightings, with at least four

This Is Officially the World's Most Touristy City

Practically any major city in the world has its “touristy” parts, but there are some that truly rely on tourism to boost their economy. There are plenty of cities out there that are popular with tourists. Bangkok, Thailand, for example, is among the most visited cities in the world for people who are itching for an adventure. However, Cancun, Mexico is

A Globetrotter's Guide to Cape Town: A City That Improves with Every Visit

At least once a year, Andrea Oschetti finds himself soaking in the view from Table Mountain, driving along Chapman’s Peak and marvelling at Cape Town’s natural beauty and unbeatable easy-going vibes. Cape Town is his gateway to the safaris of South Africa and, as he puts it, “a city that improves with every visit” — the telltale sign of a worthy

Take a Ride Through Hanoi's Old Quarter

With its pastel-hued shop houses, labyrinthine lanes and impenetrable swarms of motorbikes, the Old Quarter is among the most-visited areas of Hanoi, Vietnam. It's here where you'll find Hanoi Opera House, Hoan Kiem Lake and the National Museum of Vietnamese History -- not to mention a maze of guild streets. Though you could easily

Four Surprising Alternatives to Disney World for Your Next Family Trip

When my husband, Daniel, and I first moved to London, we were young, child-free and eager to travel. But mere days before we left for our first long adventure — a 10-day train ride from London to Lisbon, with stops in France and Spain — I discovered I was pregnant. Needless to say, Daniel enjoyed the trip far more than I did, with a glass of

The Holland Tunnel

New York City's Holland Tunnel opened on this day in 1927. The tunnel is a marvel of early 20th century engineering, running under the Hudson River, and connecting the Manhattan with Jersey City, New Jersey. The tunnel is named for its designer, Clifford Holland. Situated

Host Agency Reviews is beyond thrilled to announce the launch of their new website, HAR 2.0

Minneapolis, Nov. 8th 2018 –– Host Agency Reviews is beyond thrilled to announce the launch of their new website, HAR 2.0. The website overhaul offers a dynamic user experience, responding to industry growth and to the increasingly sophisticated needs of prospective advisors, travel agencies, host agencies, franchises and consortia alike.

Brawl Between American Airlines Flight Attendants Results in Lawsuit Against Carrier

An American Airlines flight attendant who says she was dragged down the aisle by her scarf by a fellow crew member has sued the Dallas-based carrier for failing to investigate the July 2016 brawl or take actions to ensure her safety. In her lawsuit, filed

Zimbabwe Invites Bids for Struggling National Airline

Zimbabwe has invited bids for the state-owned airline as President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s government pushes ahead with a drive to privatise and end state funding to loss-making companies, Air Zimbabwe’s administrator said on Monday. Air

The Mayor is guillotined

Jean Sylvain Bailly was an astronomer, and only reluctantly a politician. During the French Revolution, he became the first Mayor of Paris. One of his first acts was to restore full citizenship and rights to the Jewish population of Paris, a move that not all agreed to be a priority and which earned him the scorn of some members

If You Can't Beat 'em, Join 'em: Israel's Biggest Hotel Chain to Offer Airbnb Rentals

Fattal Group, Israel’s biggest hotel chain, has apparently given up the battle against Airbnb and decided to join it. The move, which was first reported by Yediot Aharonot daily, quickly elicited an angry reaction from many in the hotel industry.

What Does It Take to Get a 5-Star Review? Cleanliness

We all know that guest reviews are incredibly important today. With virtually every guest reading online and social media reviews before booking, what they read in those reviews directly impacts your business’ success. Research shows that an improved

Best Cruise Ships for Craft Beers

For the past several years, cruise ships have been increasingly tapping into our thirst for tasty craft beers. Yes, the craft beer scene has been a thing on shore for a couple decades, and it’s been huge. So, it was impossible for cruise lines to ignore. Thus, they

American Queen Steamboat Company Purchases Cruise Line, Expands to Great Lakes

American Queen Steamboat Company, a river cruise line that operates in North America, will purchase Victory Cruise Lines, expanding the company's footprint to the Great Lakes. Victory Cruise Lines currently has two 202-passenger vessels, Victory I and Victory II

The 14 Most Romantic Holiday Destinations for Couples

If you’re looking for a place for a good cup of hot cocoa and a warm fire to snuggle up to your sweetheart this holiday season, you’re in luck. While many people opt to spend the holidays with family, lots of couples choose to use their hard-earned vacation time

Cape Town is a Top Destination for Sports Tourism

Specialist tourism operators are emerging that focus on the sports traveller, and Lance Wynn, owner of Cape Town-based Runcation, has witnessed the growth of UTCT and other trail running activities in Cape Town. The local trail running community has grown

Worried About Booking a Post-Brexit Trip to Europe? Try These Non-EU Alternatives

This week, Brittany Ferries announced that its advance bookings for 2019 are 4 to 5 per cent down because of uncertainty about how Brexit might affect crossings from the UK to France and Spain. It cited concern among its regular customers on issues such as

11 Ways to Make Your Travel Adventures Zero-Waste

Traveling the world and reducing waste are two goals held by many people. It makes sense that the two go together: cutting back on waste protects the environment; traveling allows us to see firsthand the natural beauty the world has to offer. Zero-waste

The 5 Types of People Who Should Visit Disneyland at Christmas

Anyone who visits Disneyland during the holidays knows that the theme park didn’t invent Christmas cheer. It perfected it. From a towering holiday tree to the wreaths and lights that drip from any real estate capable of supporting decorations, Disneyland is

Colombia Seeks to Expand Tourism as It Sees Big Bump in Visitors

Jill Colbeck of Denver recalled her friends' reaction when she said she wanted to return to Colombia and explore the country after a cruise ship visit to South America. “All our friends said, ‘Why in the world would you choose Colombia?’” Colbeck told NBC News

How Much Are You Willing to Pay for a Few Extra Inches of Legroom?

Economy seats, even for long-haul flights, are getting tighter than ever. As more airlines try to squeeze more passengers onto their planes — and then squeeze more money out of those passengers by charging for things that used to be free (like checked baggage and onboard snacks) — passengers are increasingly looking for, and willing to

Drinks With a View: Bangkok’s Stunning Rooftop Bars

Bangkok is one of the most exciting cities in the world. It can also be one of the most exhausting. A day at street level can result in a sensory overload of humid heat, horrendous traffic and assaultive smells. If a traveler is on a beer budget, they can dip into one of the ubiquitous 7-Elevens and buy a pre-moistened cloth towel in the cooler

Exploring the Puget Sound Region’s Unusual Airbnbs, from an Island Tree House to a Finnish-style Spa

A Hilton in Seattle feels more or less like a Hilton in Texas or a Hilton in New York, but our Airbnbs are a different story. Think: myriad tiny houses, historical exposed-brick apartments, twee Victorians and even a hobbit-hole replica. We explored three of the region's bespoke vacation rentals.

SeaWorld Orlando Tour Spotlights ‘Fun,’ ‘Playful,’ ‘Strong’ Dolphins

A SeaWorld Orlando tour brings visitors practically nose-to-nose with the park’s playful dolphins during a 45-minute encounter. Daniel Richardville, supervisor of Zoological at SeaWorld Orlando, said the experience is a great opportunity for guests to see “some of our rescue equipment as well as do an amazingly fun tour with some of our

Photos: Diwali Celebrations Around the World

For five days each autumn in the northern hemisphere (spring in the southern hemisphere) pockets of the world shine brilliantly for Diwali. The Hindu festival of light celebrates good over evil and commemorates the return of Hindu deity Rama to his birthplace after victory against the demon king Ravana. Participants light oil lamps and

Some of the Best Winter Travel Excursions

Winter travel means something different to everyone. Some people enjoy the snow. Others want warmth and sunshine. Below is a collection of some of the best cold and warm winter travel excursions you can pursue. If possible, try to travel in the months of January and February. With the holiday season over, prices are lower and

Five Destinations for the Active Traveller

For some people, travelling includes the activities of touring, relaxing by the beach or hotel pool and eating to their heart’s content, but for others, travelling includes getting their heart racing and adrenaline pumping through their veins. For those that prefer to be active while travelling, a simple walk through the city or the town is not enough.

American Airlines to Allow Passengers With Nut Allergies to Board Early

American Airlines will soon allow passengers with nut allergies to board their flights early, according to Today and Fox News. The airline told the news sites in a statement that the new policy will start Dec. 12. "Customers with nut allergies who would like to board flights early to wipe down surfaces may ask to do so at the gate,” the statement

How Do You Improve Hotel Service? Listen To Your Guests

How do you improve a hotel's service? One answer comes from a boutique property in Honolulu, appropriately called the Hotel Renew. The Hotel Renew needs a renewal, according to its management company, OLS Hotels & Resorts. During the next few months, it's transforming this 72-room property, located just a block away from Hawaii's famous

Eight Architectural Wonders Worth Seeing on a Danube River Cruise

The magnificent man-made delights of the Danube prove there's more to river-cruise excursions shore-side than scenic terrain and natural wonders. Here’s our pick of the river's eight most impressive architectural sights:

Carnival Cruise Line Announces Ship Deployments for Cruises to Alaska and Hawaii in 2020

Carnival Cruise Line has announced their cruise ship deployments for cruises to Alaska and Hawaii in 2020. Carnival is moving Carnival Legend out of Alaska and the ship will be replaced by Carnival Spirit. Cruises on Carnival Spirit to Alaska in 2020 are also now open for booking.

This Onesie is Designed Specifically for Travel

Deciding what to wear on a flight can be a bit of a conundrum. Jeans are too stiff, leggings are too tight and pyjamas are unacceptable in most cases. Thankfully someone has taken the hassle out of airport style with a travel onesie that features up to 15 clever design quirks, including an inflatable hood and neck pillow, a sleep mask and a zipper at the

The Berlin Wal

Revolution was in the air, but this time, the sentiment was for the West. On November 9, 1989, after weeks of civil unrest, the East German government announced that its citizens could visit the West without fear of reprisal. Mass crowds of East Germans began climbing onto the wall

36 Hours in Bucharest

Bucharest is like cilantro, a Romanian resident once told me: You either love it or hate it. But there’s much to love about a city that provides a less-expensive taste of Europe (Romania is in the European Union but not in the eurozone). Still grappling with allegations of government corruption and working to rebound from layers of grim

Disney does tours: Exploring Montana and Wyoming with the Mouse

“Hey look! It’s Disney,” exclaimed a little girl as my family and I made our way along the Fountain Pot Trail in Yellowstone National Park. We were part of an Adventures by Disney tour group, and the girl was referring to the distinctive logo imprinted on the sign that one of our guides was carrying. Rather than offering fanciful lands and

Hotels in the USA and Caribbean Get Major Renovations

It’s been a successful year so far for the hotel industry. Rooms have been filled up in many cities. As the holidays draw near, many hotels are expanding and upgrading to welcome vacationing crowds. Here are a few notable ones.

The Ultimate Guide to the Perfect Stay in Sydney

Elegantly wrapped around its spectacular harbour and posing against the backdrop of over 100 secluded beaches, Sydney is undoubtedly Australia’s most photogenic city. With buzzing markets, scenic coastal walks and world-class museums, it’s no wonder that newlyweds Prince Harry and Meghan Markle decided to jet off to New South Wales

The Safest Places to Go on Holiday According to Which?

The safest places to go on holiday might not always be the ones you’d think, according to data collated by Which? Travel. Pulling together information on crime rates, terrorism threats, risk of natural disasters and health issues in 20 countries, it found that popular European and American holiday destinations pose more of a risk to travellers than

Sleeping Airline Employee Flies in Cargo Hold from Kansas City to Chicago

An American Airlines employee fell asleep in a cargo hold of a Boeing 737 in Kansas City, Missouri, and when he emerged about an hour later, he was in Chicago, the airline said Wednesday. The employee — who wasn't identified but who the airline said works for its Piedmont Airlines subsidiary — was intoxicated, said a source with direct

Going to Europe? Here’s How to Book Smart When You’re Looking for Lodging

I used to travel with absolutely no hotel reservations. Europe 30 years ago was relatively ramshackle, things were cheaper, and because fewer people could afford to travel for fun, I faced much less competition for budget rooms. I could make decisions on the go, show up in a new town, and improvise my accommodations. But the tourism boom

New Orleans' Largest Cruise Ship Ever Arrives on Sunday

Norwegian Breakaway, the largest ship to call New Orleans its home port, will arrive in the city on Sunday (Nov. 11). The ship will sail a regular rotation of multi-day cruises to the Caribbean. Norwegian Cruise Line announced last year it would bring the 3,963-passenger ship to New Orleans, nearly doubling its cruise capacity from the city. Breakaway

Queensland's Only Mega Cruise Ship Terminal Already has 180 Bookings

Cruise enthusiasts can get a glimpse of the vision for the new $158 million Brisbane International Cruise Terminal in fly-through footage released on Thursday. State Development Minister Cameron Dick said the Port of Brisbane facility would be Queensland's first mega cruise ship terminal, which could attract the world's largest ships, at 270 metres or longer.

Flying For Thanksgiving? This Airline Checks Your Wine For Free

It's a common problem: How to fly with wine? As a solution, one west coast airline checks an entire case of wine for free. The Wines Fly Free program from Alaska Airlines is available on nonstop domestic flights to 29 cities in California, Oregon, Idaho and Washington. While it's limited to members of the Alaska Airline frequent flier program

6 Smartphones With Enough Battery Life for a Full Travel Day

Lugging around a giant camera bag while on vacation can be a huge hassle and a major eyesore. Plus, there are plenty of museums that don’t even allow flash photography or cameras into their building. For a stress-free and easy way to capture a moment, your phone might actually be your best bet.

TSA Warns: 2018 Thanksgiving Travel Will Be Unprecedented

If you are flying somewhere for Thanksgiving, be prepared for a lot of other people making the trip with you. The Transportation Security Administration estimates 25 million people will travel this Thanksgiving - up 7 percent from last year. And the Thanksgiving rush is longer than most people think. The travel season begins November 16 and

Central Holidays Unveils Innovative New 2019 Italy Brochure

Central Holidays unveiled its new 2019 Italy brochure with innovative travel opportunities for all ages of travelers in this new 92-page publication that showcases the company’s most comprehensive range of travel programs ever. Central Holidays is pleased to present even more exciting places to explore, more exclusive experiences to enjoy, and more travel

The Beer Hall Putsch

On this day in 1923, Adolf Hitler, a leader of the fledgling Nazi Party in Germany, attempted a violent overthrow of the government. In what became known as the Beer Hall Putsch, Hitler, Erich Ludendorff, and others unsuccessfully tried to seize power in Munich, Bavaria

A Delta Air Lines Passenger Was Allegedly Told He Could Sit on a Feces-Covered Seat or "Be Left Behind"

Delta Air Lines passenger flying from Atlanta to Miami on November 1 was allegedly told that he could either sit in a seat that was covered with feces or be left behind. Matthew Meehan, of Michigan, said that after boarding the Delta flight he quickly discovered not only a bad smell—but feces on the seat, floor and wall of the plane. After sitting in

One Thing You Should Always Check After You Buy Airline Tickets

It’s always a good idea to carefully check your airline tickets for issues once they’re issued. You can catch — and correct for free within 24 hours — name misspellings, incorrect identification numbers or even booking the wrong date. Thankfully a TPGreader was diligent about checking her ticket, and by doing so, she caught an issue affecting

Rick Steves: Europe's Rich History of Building – and Tearing Down – Walls

I'm so glad borders and walls are out of fashion in Europe. The continent's many proud nations don't always get along, but they have learned to respect each other – making it possible for peace to flourish. Historically, though, Europe has a rich past when it comes to wall building. At one point or another, most of Europe's great cities – Paris

Before and After Images Show Devastation, Recovery from Red Tide on Southwest Florida Beaches

A red tide bloom that's lingered off our beaches for more than a year is finally clearing. If you weren't around this summer, here's an update. In Southwest Florida, red tide counts reached as high as 200 million cells per liter this summer. Beaches were littered with dead marine life, Gulf water was discolored and during a time when many enjoy

The Boutique Producers Putting Israel's Wine Scene on the Map

quint and it could be Tuscany, vineyards unspooling beneath sun-dappled limestone formations topped by pines. One difference: the area was making wine way before that Italian upstart. “At one point we believe it was the region’s main industry,” says Yitzhaki. “The Romans loved the local wine and exported it across their empire. It was the

Miami Can Now Host World’s Largest Cruise Ships — and They’re Visiting Soon

The world’s largest cruise ships finally have a place to park in Miami. Dubbed Terminal A, the newest addition to PortMiami will be able to accommodate Royal Caribbean’s massive Oasis-class ships and get all 5,500-plus passengers boarded in record time. Previously, the ships — named for the cruise line’s Oasis of the Seas

Molokai: A Break from the Mainstream

Molokai may only be a 30-minute hop (by air) from Maui, but it is truly a world away. With only one hotel, two gas stations and no traffic lights, it’s like stepping back in time. If it’s hustle and bustle (or even a morning latte from Starbucks) you’re after, this isn’t the place for you. There are no shops, fast food restaurants (the island’s only

Eight Amazing Reasons Why Kenya is a Top Holiday Destination

It is habitual for people to travel to places other than their home areas during holidays. This is often in search for conducive environments to explore and to allow them to cool and unwind from work. Different people have varied preferences of travel destinations. Some are linked to adventure, need to relax, thirst for new knowledge, fun fairs

Cruise Industry Adapts to Offer Something for Every Passenger

Cruising is as popular as it has ever been, with 27.2 million people expected to set sail by the end of the year, according to a cruise industry trade organization. That’s an increase of nearly 10 million people since 2009, when 17.8 million passengers embarked. As the industry grows, cruise lines are finding new ways to appeal to passengers

Ryanair Sacks Crew Who Took This Controversial Photo

THE Ryanair cabin crew pictured lying on a Spanish airport office floor last month after becoming stranded by bad weather have been sacked, union chiefs have claimed. The image was “staged” by six crew members in protest at their treatment at Malaga Airport in the early hours of October 14. The Sun reports they were part of a group of

Color Me Intrigued: A New Hotel Lets You Choose Your Room According to Your Mood

When you check into the Angad Arts Hotel in St. Louis, Missouri, after you choose between a queen- or king-size bed, you can choose between happiness and tranquility. Or maybe passion is more your speed…The 146-room hotel, which opened earlier this month, is bursting with color. And the choice isn’t purely for aesthetic reasons

French Hotels Sue Airbnb Claiming 'Unfair Competition'

The main trade group for French hotels has sued the home-sharing giant Airbnb, accusing it of unfair competition by "knowingly violating" rules imposed as part of a crackdown in one of the US giant's biggest markets. In the lawsuit seen by AFP on Tuesday, the UMIH hotel industry body accuses Airbnb of keeping listings online even when they lack

The US Capitol Bombing

The Senate had planned to work late into the evening of Monday, November 7, 1983, but unexpectedly adjourned early. Consequently, at 10:58 p.m., when a thunderous explosion tore through the second floor of the Capitol’s north wing, the adjacent halls were virtually

St. Maarten Prepares for 20,000 Guest Day

St. Maarten is preparing for a six-ship 20,000 guest day on November 14, with the Carnival Pride being joined by the Marella Explorer, Adventure of the Seas, MSC Seaside, Norwegian Dawn and Star Pride in port. A second six-ship day follows on

New Cruise Ship Celebrity Edge On Its Way to Florida

Celebrity Edge has set sail for Florida. The first in a new class of ship from Celebrity Cruises left the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard on Sunday to make its way to Port Everglades where it will begin Caribbean service on Nov. 21. The handover ceremony

Airline Boss Thinks You Don't Understand What's In Your Own Best Interest - Like Higher Fares

Three weeks ago United Airlines’ parent company reported that its third quarter profit was up 30% over the previous year mostly because United had succeeded in passing higher fuel costs this summer on to you, the travel consumer, via a combination of fare and fee hikes.

UK Airline Slammed After 'Minor Technical Issue' Causes Three-day Delay

A UK airline has drawn intense criticism after a "minor technical issue" caused a flight to be delayed for three days. British Airways flight 2036 was headed to London from Orlando, Florida on Thursday (local time), but it was grounded for 24 hours due to technical issues, The New York Post reports.

'Hotel' No Longer A Dirty Word When Describing Artwork

“Hotel art” has long been a phrase used in the art community to describe trash. Unsubstantial, low-grade, mass-produced, flimsy, decoration. While that may be true at the Dew Drop Inn, more and more hotels around the nation are beefing up their offerings of artwork to challenge even the best galleries.

You Can Soon Stay In an Underground Hotel Built Inside a Giant Quarry, Where Some Rooms Are Underwater

A new hotel opening in Shanghai won't be known for offering city views. Built into a quarry at the base of Tianmen Mountain, the InterContinental Shanghai Wonderland will be opening its doors later this month after 10 years of construction. Initially meant to open in October, Departures reports that the hotel opens December 1

Top 5 Trending Destinations for New Year's 2019, and When to Book for the Best Deal

The holidays are coming and 2019 is almost here, so a recent report from Kayak is highlighting trending destinations for the New Year's travel. For its report, travel search engine Kayak looked at flight destinations with the greatest year-over-year increase in searches for the top 100 most searched destinations for travel dates starting Dec. 25 Here are the top five trending destinations on Kayak for New Year's 2019, and when to book to get the best deal.

The 10 Best Christmas Markets in Europe

Rather than battling with frustrated shoppers this Black Friday for your seasonal gift haul, consider a weekend break to one of Europe’s most picturesque Christmas markets: the perfect combination of culture and retail therapy. Here’s our pick of the best.

Promoting Tourism: A Fine Balance

Wexford’s 800-year-old Hook Lighthouse won a “highly commended” accolade at the World Tourism Awards in London yesterday. Described as a “world class” attraction, was the only Irish attraction shortlisted. Today, some 70 Irish businesses will be represented at the world’s biggest travel fair in London

Hyatt Is Altering Its Loyalty Program to Battle Abuse

As travel loyalty programs have evolved over the last half dozen years, the option to book award rooms or flights with a combination of points and miles has become increasingly common. The upside: Adding more flexibility to a loyalty program makes it easier for anyone to use the service. As Hyatt learned late last month

The Best Places to Travel in November

November is the beginning of the holiday travel season, but prices won't skyrocket until the end of the month. Here are some destinations to consider for your pre-holiday getaway. Buenos Aires - It’s still spring in Argentina. It’s a long flight from most of the U.S., but there’s no significant time difference as there is when visiting Europe or Asia.

Travel Guide Ranks Catskills the World's Second-Best Destination for 2019

A travel guide named the Catskills the second-best region to visit in the world. Lonely Planet included the region as part of its annual Best in Travel guide for 2019, ranking it just below Piedmont, Italy. The Catskills was the only region on the list in the United States. “We’re just really excited and honored and couldn’t agree more,

Meet the Press

The highest rated Sunday morning news talk show debuted on this day in 1947. Meet the press is actually the longest running television show. In its earliest incarnation, Meet the Press was a 30 minute press conference with a single guest and a panel. Its first hostess was its creator, Martha Roundtree - to date the only female host of the show.

The Windstar Triple Play in Barcelona

In a perfect world of itineraries, three Windstar Cruises’ ships (which account for 50 percent of the fleet) were in Barcelona, Spain on October 27. Star Breeze, Wind Surf, and Wind Star (representing two sailing yachts and one power yacht in the fleet) happened to

These Two Ex-British Army Officers Take Luxury Travel To The Next Level

Ex-British Army Officers Geordie Mackay-Lewis and Jimmy Carroll are not your typical luxury travel tour operators. In fact, their passion for exploring and leading expeditions to remote regions of the planet was forged while they were commanding British military reconnaissance units in active war-zones. And they're taking luxury travel to the next level.

Travel Fraud Trends You Need to Know

Online fraud is rampant and travel brands are feeling the pain more than ever before. Fraud attack rates overall have increased by 13% since the beginning of 2017, and these rates show no signs of abating. Significant data breaches have contributed to the

Cruise Lines Build Up Capacity Despite Global Headwinds, Expecting Better Days Ahead

With market watchers debating the future of the economy, the cruise industry is making a bold bet on the consumer. Analysts say 17 cruise ships are expected to hit the market next year on the expectation that demand for cruising will rise as more baby

China Cruise Shipbuilding Plans Face Challenges

The quest to build megaships in China will be met with a variety of challenges, according to industry experts, speaking at China Cruise Shipping 13 in Shenzhen. “By 2023, the first luxury cruise vessel will be delivered (from a Chinese yard), and before

Virgin Australia Airline Seeks to Thank Veterans for Their Service. Vets Say, 'No, Thanks.'

Australian military veterans recoiled at a government-backed policy that would allow them to board some commercial airlines ahead of other passengers, calling the move a political stunt that smacked of tokenism. The government announced over the weekend

Your Airline Travel Survival Guide

In September, American Airlines began service from Miami to Los Angeles—a flight of just under 6 hours—on its Boeing 737 Max aircraft. The plane is a feat of aviation engineering that Boeing says is 14 percent more fuel-efficient and travels 600 nautical

World's First Underground Hotel in China Offers Rooms Submerged In an Aquarium

Travelers are used to requesting the highest floor for the best views, but a new hotel in China offers the exact opposite. InterContinental Shanghai Wonderland, the world's first underground hotel, is set to open its doors on Dec. 1 after a decade of construction

Hilton Hotel Replaces Bedside Bibles with US Constitution in Nevada Location

There's no doubt that at the Hilton in Henderson, Nev., Gideon has checked out. In place of the iconic hard-covered Bible so often found in bedside drawers throughout the nation's hotels, ownership at the Hilton Garden Inn has opted for a copy of the U.S. Constitution.

9 Destinations Everyone Will Be Visiting in 2019

Winter is officially here. The days are shorter, temperature is colder and summer seems a both a long time ago and a long way away, which leaves us thinking about one thing: where to go on holiday this year? Over the past 12 months, places like southern Italy

Sri Lanka: Why this is Lonely Planet's top destination for 2019

It's 3.30am in Sri Lanka but my body clock says 7am, Melbourne time. High in this teardrop-shaped island nation's emerald tea country, I turn on the bedside lamp. Oh well, I may as well sit quietly reading amid the high thread-count linen – not a bad way

How To Travel To Poland Like A King -- And Also Take The Tour of Beauty

Poland. The country is as beautiful as its words are to pronounce. It's also a destination where your disposable dollars will go even further than you can even imagine. You can fly your private jet (or go commercial) to Poland, stay at the best hotels, dine at the

Top Places to Visit in Poland: Take a Photo Tour

Take this photo tour of the top places to visit in Poland, including the lively city of Krakow, the capital of Warsaw and the city of Lublin with its distinct Renaissance architectural style.

The Gunpowder Conspiracy

The tug of war for the English throne between Catholics and Protestants was growing increasingly tense. A small group of English Catholics devised a plot against King James I of England and the English Parliament. Underneath the Houses of Parliament

The 10 Best Places to Travel to On a Budget in 2019

Finding a good deal is always a great feeling, and that's especially the case when it comes to traveling. Budgetary constraints can often make dream vacations seem out of reach. But fortunately, Lonely Planet has put together its top recommendations for places to visit that won't break the bank

8 Destinations for Every Type of Traveler

Vacations are supposed to be relaxing, but planning them—particularly deciding on where to go—can feel like work. Fortunately, your personality can help you hone in on the perfect destination. Whether you’re more introverted, romantic or open to new experiences, follow this vacation

Amtrak Upping Rail Service for Thanksgiving Travel

Amtrak is already preparing for a busy travel period over Thanksgiving. The company said it will accommodate the surge of travelers over the holiday with extended schedules and additional frequencies and capacity. Last year over the Thanksgiving travel period, Amtrak said it had its

Which European Airline Will Fall Next? Hint: Look At The Hubs

Even before Ryanair CEO Michael O’Leary gleefully predicted that more European airlines will go dark this winter, punters were eagerly taking bets. Recall that just in the last thirteen months, no fewer than six European airlines shut down, including Air Berlin, Monarch, Primera and last week

The 10 Most Popular Ski Destinations In North America Have Been Revealed, So Gear Up

See you on the slopes! Well, maybe. You'll be zipping down the black diamond trails, holding your poles back, and cutting through the wind. On the other side of the mountain will be me, scooting down the bunny trails and riding the chair lift over and over again. The instructor will have to

On the Move: When Hotel Lighting is a Turn-Off

I’m no technophobe, but having stayed in two five-star hotels in Abu Dhabi in the past month, I’m sorry to report that my previously long list of hotel hates has only grown longer and more detailed. As technology becomes more ambitious and ubiquitous, so do the pitfalls, and there’s nothing like

Google Already Knows What You Did Next Summer

In the world of luxury travel, two superpowers currently prevail above all: personalization and intuition. The better a hotel, app, or travel company can respond to users’ needs and desires—and ideally, predict them before they bubble up to the surface—the more likely they are to gain a loyal following

7 Coastlines Around the World You Need to See From a Helicopter

Travel author Bill Bryson taught me that pretty much the entirety of human existence occurs within the span of a few vertical miles. It’s true — the deepest recorded dive is about 1,090 feet, and passenger planes can’t fly much higher than seven miles. And as someone who doesn’t do

Escapes: Why the Spirit of Ireland is Both Hellacious and Hilarious

It would appear I’m still in the Halloween spirit, but I’m actually looking ahead. This little whimsy from “Macbeth” pretty much describes my Thanksgiving menu, which I’m already starting to fret about, especially because I’m fresh out of lizard’s leg. It was so much easier when I could go

World's First 'Craft Beer Airline' Scheduled to Takeoff from London

Craft beer and travel go together like, well, craft beer and bratwurst or craft beer and bourbon. Honestly, craft beer pairs well with everything. Scottish craft brewer BrewDog agrees, which is why it’s launching “the world’s first craft beer airline.” Sort of.

First Time Taking a Cruise? Here's What You Need to Know

You always remember your first — whether it’s a kiss, a car or a cruise — because of that heady combination of anticipation and trepidation. (My first cruise was to the Caribbean in 1999.) For a first-timer, all the decisions that come with taking a cruise — ship, cabin, clothes, tipping and so on — can be overwhelming, especially when you’re clueless about how a cruise works

Cozumel Cruise Port Guide

Sun-lapped and reef-clad, Cozumel is Mexico’s premier Caribbean island, a microcosm of the best of the Mayan Riviera: great resorts, crystal white beaches, Mexico’s best diving and a jungle rich with Mayan ruins. With port facilities to rival the Caribbean’s best, Cozumel is fast becoming an

Flight of the Spruce Goose

In 1942, the U.S. Department of War needed a new type of aircraft to transport men and materials long distances. The Hughes Aircraft company won the bid and aircraft designer Howard Hughes and Henry J. Kaiser began work on a prototype aircraft that was to become the Hughes H-4 Hercules

36 Hours in Oslo

The Norwegian capital is filled with art and stunning architecture, but nature, too, is an integral part of urban life.

Single Parents Need Vacations Too, and More Destinations Want Them to Visit

If you’re a single parent looking for family vacation options that don’t assume two adults, these cruises and travel agencies are here to help.

A little bit of France, only 16 miles from Canada

On a clear day, stand on any westward-facing beach near Point May on Newfoundland’s wind-scoured Burin Peninsula and gaze seaward. You can see France from there

How to Stay Healthy While Traveling

Tips for how to combine pleasure with wellness when you're on the road, because isn’t living your best life the point of a vacation in the first place?

Your Airline Travel Survival Guide

Consumer Reports' airline travel guide shows you how to snag deep discounts, get the best seat for your money, avoid nasty surprises, increase your comfort, and more.

Skip Tulum This Winter and Travel to Belize Instead

Zip through broadleaf canopies, swim with sharks, and avoid the crowds.

12 European Destinations Perfect for Your Next Group Trip

Traveling as a group presents all the typical stressors of travel (getting to the airport on time, planning an itinerary, packing) — but multiplied

13 Wild Ways These Influencers First Saved Money To Travel The World

Most influencers started out as budget travelers. Here's how they funded their adventures and traveled the world...before they were famous.

Ryanair changes hand luggage rules -- again

Ryanair passengers are having to adapt to a new set of baggage rules. Find out what's still free and what luggage carries a new charge.

I've visited more than 30 countries, and the best trick I've found to avoid crushing crowds is a free online tool

If you are taking a Caribbean or Mediterranean vacation, look up when and how many cruise ships will be in port before booking dates.

Carnival Cruise ship has technical issue causing ship to tilt to one side: 'It was pure chaos. Screams. Cries. Panic.'

Chaos and panic took over a Carnival cruise after the ship listed badly to one side shortly after leaving port Sunday evening

What You Need to Know About the Strike Against Marriott Hotels

When hotel workers go on strike, as more than 7,500 are at brands managed by the world's largest hotel chain, it can be difficult territory for guests to navigate.

Inside the most expensive hotel room in America

Robert Frank takes CNBC into America's most expensive hotel room in America, the Mark Hotel's penthouse suite. At $75,000 a night, staying at the suite includes access to their sailing yacht and private shopping trips to Bergdorf Goodman.

The White House

On this day in the year 1800, President John Adams became the first United States President to move into and take up residence in the Executive Mansion, later to be called "The White House." Adams penned a prayer the next day that read: "I pray Heaven to bestow the best of blessings on this House, and all that shall hereafter inhabit it. May none but honest and wise men ever rule under this roof"

Jamaica resorts facing a 'historic' sexual assault problem

In a dark laundry room at a Jamaican Sandals resort, pinned to the floor by a hotel lifeguard, a Michigan teenage girl lay paralyzed with fear as the man bit her lip and raped her, violently robbing her virginity. When her mother found her after the assault, trembling and holding herself

Disney's first-ever cruise out of New Orleans sells out in just an hour

The "Happiest Place on Earth" applies to the seven seas. Disney's new Caribbean cruise from New Orleans sold out in just one hour after going on sale to the public, according to the Sun Herald in Gulfport, Mississippi. (I wonder if Princess Tiana from "Princess and the Frog" was able to snag a pair of tickets?)

In Venice's War on Mega-Ships, Cruise Lines Fire Back

The population of Italy's Renaissance canal city of Venice has been on a steady decline for years. At the same time, the number of tourists keeps rising and many Venetians complain their city should not be turned into what some critics describe as a "Disneyland on water." Their biggest complaint is about the arrival of gigantic cruise ships that dock right at Saint Mark's Square. Big ships present a dilemma for the city and its economy.

10 reasons why Cairo is your best winter escape destination

Whoever thinks New York is the only city that never sleeps has never visited the lively city of Cairo before, and Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza has a few splendid reasons why now’s the perfect time to jet off there. With winter well on its way and now that temperatures are starting

Disney World? Not Again. Four Surprising Alternatives for Your Next Family Trip.

When my husband, Daniel, and I first moved to London, we were young, child-free and eager to travel. But mere days before we left for our first long adventure — a 10-day train ride from London to Lisbon, with stops in France and Spain — I discovered I was pregnant. Needless to say, Daniel

JetBlue Increases International Flights With New Ecuador Service

Is snorkeling with sea lions near the Galápagos Islands on your bucket list? If so, you’re in luck. JetBlue can now take you to Guayaquil, Ecuador, nonstop with its newest route from Fort Lauderdale. Tickets are on sale for travel beginning Feb. 28, 2019, between Fort Lauderdale

An airline pilot was arrested in Florida after a loaded handgun was found in his luggage

A Sun Country Airline pilot was arrested in Florida on Friday night after a loaded handgun was found in his luggage as he passed through a TSA security checkpoint, according to multiple reports. According to NBC 5 Minneapolis, Brian A. Machtemes, 54, a pilot for Twin Cities-based Sun

This New Hotel Will Assign You a Room Based on Your Mood

What if, in addition to handing over your credit card at check-in, you told the front desk how you were feeling? At the 146-room Angad Arts Hotel in St. Louis, which opens Nov.1, that’s exactly what happens. Snug in the city’s Grand Center Arts District, guests can opt for a room that

How A Wedding Titan Created Trunk Hotel, Tokyo's Coolest Property

Last year when Trunk Hotel opened in Tokyo it instantly shook up the city’s hotel scene. Despite being a leader in zeitgeisty fashion and impeccable design, Japan’s capital lacked a cool hotel up until that moment. So it only seemed right that Trunk would open in Shibuya, a neighborhood

19 brilliant things to do in London for winter 2018

The days may be getting shorter and weather getting colder, but there is still so much to look forward to throughout the winter! As well as the countdown to Christmas and exploring pop-up attractions like Winter Wonderland London and Winterville, there is so much to see and do

Ranked: The 17 Worst Travel Annoyances On A Plane

What bothers you most when you're flying? Armrest hogs? Aggressive recliners? Stinky seatmates? Genfare — a company that works with transportation companies to update and improve systems for collecting transit fares — decided to get to the bottom of things. In a new study of 2,000

20 of the world's creepiest museums

Some of our worst fears are explored at these bizarre museums. They’ll give you the creeps for Halloween … or any other time of year

The Death of Harry Houdini

On this day in 1926, the world-famous magician and illusionist Harry Houdini died of peritonitis from a burst appendix. The 52-year-old Houdini had been in considerable pain for many days beforehand, performing despite a fever of over 102° Fahrenheit. During his final show, Houdini fainted halfway

Couple Who Fell to Their Deaths at Yosemite National Park Identified as Popular Travel Bloggers

Two bloggers, who spent the last couple of years of their lives traveling the world, tragically died after falling off an overlook at Yosemite National Park on Oct. 24. The bloggers, who National Park Service spokesperson Jaime Richards identified as married couple 29-year-old Vishnu Viswanath

Why Dubai Is the Perfect Stopover City

Dubai is the city of superlatives: the biggest, the tallest, the most expensive, even the cheapest. It has something for everyone. Full of glitz and glam, it’s a city to add to your bucket list, even if you only spend a few days. With stopover cities becoming a growing travel trend, here’s why Dubai

Cruise Ship Horror After 'Navigator of the Seas' Takes on Water "Like Crazy" and is Forced to Dock

A Royal Caribbean cruise ship was reportedly forced to make an emergency stop over the weekend after experiencing technical problems and “leaking water like crazy.” The vessel—named the Navigator of the Seas—docked at the Port of Vigo, Spain, on Sunday after a “Bravo Code” fire announcement

The Top Trends in Luxury Cruising for 2019

As the year draws to a close, Luxury Travel Advisor looks ahead to 2019 and beyond for the hottest trends in luxury cruising. Based on feedback from luxury travel advisors, the latest research, supplier developments and our own perceptions of the luxury cruise seascape, here are top trends expected for the new year.

How Safe Is Your Airline?

Before Lion Air Flight 610 crashed near Jakarta this week, apparently killing all 189 passengers and crew onboard, the Indonesian airline had been banned from flying in European Union air space between 2007 and 2016. It and all Indonesian carriers had been banned from United States air

Cartoon Network is Opening Its First Hotel

Cartoon Network wants its next crossover to be with your family vacation. The animation network announced on Tuesday that it is partnering with Palace Entertainment to create the Cartoon Network Hotel, which will immerse guests in the worlds of fan-favorite shows including “Adventure Time,”

It's the End of the Hotel Metasearch Model as We Know It

Price comparison engines, better known as metasearch engines or simply metasearch, have been around since 1995. Remember websites like BargainFinder, NetBot and Nextag? In travel, price comparison sites have been in existence since the early 2000s. Early flight metasearch entrants

Airbnb Protests Amsterdam's Home-Sharing Ban Proposal

Amsterdam’s city government has proposed a ban on accommodation-sharing platforms in three areas of the city, in part because of the impact on the city’s housing market and what it describes as “social cohesion.” In defending its place in the city, Airbnb—arguably the largest home-sharing platform in the industry—quoted a study commissioned by Ecorys, noting Amsterdam currently

This Airline May Soon Let You Sell Your Non-Refundable Tickets

It’s a fear for many travellers: something comes up last minute and you can’t make your flight – or get any money back on that non-refundable ticket. But one airline may soon help anyone stuck in this awful position, as Air France prepares to launch a new platform to let travellers resell their flights.

How Travel Discounts Could Increase Tourism in Tibet

Starry nights, sacred lakes, towering mountains and a distinct culture – all treasures that have defined Tibetan life for centuries, but are only now becoming vehicles to further open up the autonomous region to the outside world. Located in Southwest China and sometimes referred to as the “world’s third pole”

Modern Adventurer's Travel Guide to Africa: What to Do and Where to Stay

When you travel throughout Africa, there’s an unmistakable sensation—a realization that, even though you’re seemingly in the middle of nowhere, you’re at the pulse of everything wild and free. That’s true whether you’re marching through Rwanda’s refulgent jungles in pursuit of a mountain

India's 'Palace on Wheels' Is One of the Most Luxurious Train Rides in the World

Travelers looking to take in some of India’s famed cities and attractions can now do it while onboard a luxurious train made for royalty by booking a trip on the Palace on Wheels. The train is designed in a contemporary royal style, with plush furnishings in its corridors and 39 deluxe suites

The War of the Worlds

On this date in 1938, alien creatures from Mars invaded the earth, wreaking widespread havoc. At least, that is what some believed after listening to an Orson Welles radio broadcast on the popular Mercury Theatre series on the CBS radio network. An adaptation of H.G. Wells novel of the same name, the format was that of a news broadcast

Are Hydrogen Trains the Future of Travel?

Trains powered by hydrogen could be a reality in the UK by the "early 2020s", according to Transport Secretary Chris Grayling. They're seen as a cleaner - but pricier - alternative to diesel trains, as the exhaust emission is pure water. The BBC's Roger Harrabin reports from Germany

An Indian City with Audacious Attitude

On a rainy September day, I was wandering the streets of Sadashiv Peth, a neighbourhood in the old quarters of Pune in the Indian state of Maharashtra. As I passed a temple, my eye was caught by a large, colourful signboard, written in the local Marathi language: ‘This is Rahalkar's private parking. Anyone visiting the temple other than Rahalkar cannot park their vehicle here.

Millennials Value Travel Over Sex, Carbs, And Coffee

Nearly half of them are even willing to give up their cell phones according to a new survey.Millennials have been a hot topic of discussion over the pass few years within the travel industry. Also know as Gen Y, this particular subset of the population has been heavily exposed to various forms of digital technology

7 Things to Do in Sapporo

7 things to do in Sapporo: For rugby fans planning their trip to the friendly and laid-back city of Sapporo for the 2019 World Cup, here are seven ways to get the best out of this Japanese gem.

38 Genius Items the World's Best Travel Agents Always Pack

Fine, call us nosy. But we can’t help but wonder what other people have packed in their suitcases, especially if said people are seasoned professionals at this whole packing-for-a-trip thing. It’s our favorite way of discovering new packing tips and tricks.

The World's Best Destinations For Coffee Lovers

Are you a coffee addict with a penchant for travel? Then you've come to the right place! From one-of-a-kind coffee academy in Brazil and elegant Italian coffee bars to Colombia's innovative coffee themed-park, here are some of the most fascinating holiday destinations that need to be on your bucket list

On a Family Road Trip Through Germany: Fairy Tales, Castles and Cuckoo Clocks

Certain trips acquire an almost mythical quality over time: You leave home at the right moment and return just as it passes. You have friends to visit along your route, and all of them are delighted to put you up. You rent the right car, pack the right books, eat remarkably well and make

The 10 Best Cities for a Warm Winter Break

Depending on your taste in temperature, you might argue that the former imperial city of Marrakech, in Morocco, is at its best in November. The raw heat of July and August (in the mid-90s, or over 34C) will by then have been replaced by a more restrained 72F (22C), making a

Couple Found Hidden Camera in Their Carnival Cruise Bedroom: 'Our Privacy Had Been Invaded'

A Florida couple is recalling a distressing experience on a Carnival Cruise after finding a hidden camera pointing at their bed. In an interview set to air Monday, Chris and Dana White told Inside Edition that they discovered a recording device hidden among TV wires in their stateroom last

Wave of Cruise Ships Line Up for Florida Debuts

With the winter sailing season arriving, Florida is set to add to its arsenal of new cruise ships with Royal Caribbean Symphony of the Seas, Norwegian Bliss, Celebrity Edge and Holland America ms Nieuw Statendam joining Carnival Horizon.

October Route Roundup: Where Airlines are Adding Service

Airlines constantly tweak their schedules, trying to find profitable new routes or pulling the plug on ones that have underperformed. Airports and communities court these new services. There are dozens of changes to airline routes each month. Here's a look at some of the most interesting:

Can You Fit In These Tiny New Hotel Rooms?

Following the logic of the "tiny house" trend – i.e., why pay for more space than you absolutely need – a couple of major hotel chains are adopting the "tiny room" concept that has previously been limited to small specialty operators like Yotel, Marriott's Moxy and New York's Pod Hotels

George Latimer Wants a Law to Tax Airbnb, Hotel-booking Sites

Travel-booking sites such as Expedia have argued that they don’t have to pay local hotel taxes. Westchester County wants to end the confusion by updating its laws to put it in simple terms: they do. The county’s hotel tax, or room occupancy tax, charges 3 percent on hotel bookings. County

The Beheading of Sir Walter Raleigh

By varying accounts, Sir Walter Raleigh was either a true gentleman or a pirate. He was a poet, a soldier, a favorite of Queen Elizabeth and an explorer. He was knighted in 1585, and assisted with the settlement of English colonies in Virginia

Japan Has a Hotel Made Entirely of Ice, and It's a Real-Life Winter Wonderland

Japan is no stranger to interesting hotels, but its latest, an "ice hotel" in the town of Shimukappu, might just take the cake. The Hoshino Resort Tomamu in Hokkaido is completely frozen from top to bottom. Besides fuzzy sleeping bags used at bedtime, everything in the resort is made of ice: rooms, baths, the lounge, and even the bar.

Airbnb is Bringing on New CTO From Google

Ahead of Airbnb’s expected initial public offering sometime within the next two years, the accommodation rental business has brought on a new chief technology officer. Aristotle Balogh, formerly Google’s VP of engineering, application storage, indexing and serving, is starting at Airbnb in mid-November.

Another Low-Fare Airline in Europe Shuts Down, Others Drop Routes

Three relatively new low-fare airlines have run into troubles ranging from minor to bad, with one shutting down completely and the other two cutting or delaying new air routes. Industry pundits have been saying for some time that it wouldn’t be easy for the slew of new low-fare airlines to

Airline Data Breaches Raise Questions of Accountability

The data breach at Cathay Pacific and Hong Kong Dragon Airlines, which exposed the sensitive personal and financial details of up to 9.4 million customers, is certainly not the first and probably won’t be the last such event in commercial aviation. The likelihood of further hacks raises alarms

Alaskans Travel to UK to Protest Cruise's Heavy Oils

Alaska indigenous leaders traveled to the United Kingdom this week to deliver a petition asking a cruise industry giant to stop using inexpensive fuel believed to be harmful to the environment and human health.

US Embassy in Australia Apologizes for Sending Out Email With Photo of Cat Dressed Like Cookie Monster

The U.S. Embassy in Australia apologized on Monday after it accidentally sent out a photo of a pajama-clad cat dressed like the Cookie Monster. The embassy in Canberra sent out an email invitation titled “meeting” to an unknown number of recipients, the BBC reported.

Just Back From A National Geographic Expeditions River Cruise On Scenic

In a first for the storied company, National Geographic Expeditions formed a river cruise partnership with Scenic Cruises earlier this year, placing an expert lecturer and a National Geographic photographer on a series of branded sailings.

Why French Polynesia Should Be Your Next Destination

If you are a Disney fan then I pose this question for you - have you ever wanted to travel to the islands where Moana and the demi-god Maui live? If your answer is yes, then you should keep reading this article. If your answer is no, you should still read the rest of this article and consider a

Traveling in 2019? Cairo and Macau Top the List of Emerging Destinations

The World Travel and Tourism Council just released its report on the economic impact of tourism around the globe, and it just might be time to cash in on all the vacation days you’ve been hoarding–because the list could easily make up your 2019 travel plans.

Chinese Guided Tours Bring New Energy to Old New York

The New York City mansion of Henry Clay Frick, one of America’s greatest Gilded Age industrialists and patrons of the arts, is now home to the public museum known as the Frick Collection. And while it’s usually quiet after closing hours, tonight it was filled with a lively crowd of around 20 Chinese tour guides

Tunisia Tours Are Back as This Operator Expands Its Middle East & North Africa Itineraries

They report that the Middle East and North Africa is surging in popularity, and have added five new itineraries because of the increased demand. Turkey and Egypt saw the largest number of bookings (up by 197% and 150% respectively). Jordan (146%) and Israel (101%) have also seen

Greece Earthquake Aftershocks: Is It Safe to Travel to Greece? Zante and Crete MAPPED

The massive 6.8 magnitude quake struck in the Ionian Sea close to the tourist island of Zakynthos, also known as Zante, on Friday morning, October 26. Tremors were first felt just before 2am local time. The earthquake had a depth of around 16 kilometres and according to reports, the quake

Gunfight at the O.K. Corral

The Tombstone, Arizona Territory gang loosely known as "the Cowboys" had business interests that conflicted with the new Sheriff(s) in town: Virgil, Wyatt and Morgan Earp and their notorious partner "Doc" Holiday. The subsequent events and historical accuracy of much of what happened, and why, are a matter of dispute. To this day, family members of those involved

Pakistan Works On Its Image as a Tourist Destination

Islamabad: Pakistan is not exactly known as a tourist hotspot for a variety of political and security reasons. But for young Pakistanis, it is a status that needs changing. With their use of social media, these digital millennials are showing off their country’s landscapes, culture and tourism potential.

The 19 Best Places To Travel In 2019

What’s on your travel wish list for 2019? We tapped into some of the world’s top travel experts to find out where they want to go next. From a colorful beach town in Belize that is slowly becoming discovered to an unexpected European country with a vibrant new arts scene, here are the most exciting places to travel in 2019.

Jon Bon Jovi Cruise Adds Collective Soul, Grace Potter to Lineup (EXCLUSIVE)

Jon Bon Jovi is adding Collective Soul and Grace Potter to the lineup of his Runaway To Paradise cruises. As previously announced, the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer will perform on two excursions — to the Caribbean on April 12 through 16, and to the Mediterranean on August 26 through 30

6 Alaska Cruises to Book Now for 2019

Calling all adventure travelers: Priceline is offering some big discounts on 200 Alaskan cruises for 2019, with sailings starting at $449 per person for four- to seven-day routes. That's $449 to cruise the Inside Passage, swing by glaciers and fjords, and spot all the wildlife. Yes please. It's all part of the Alaska Cruise Mont

Airline Says Man Fought Flight Attendant, Opened Door of Taxiing Frontier Plane

A passenger was escorted off a Frontier Airlines flight from Cancun to St. Louis that was eventually suspended after an onboard disturbance Monday, according to KTVI. The man tried to get off Frontier Flight 87 as the plane was taxiing to the runway, authorities said. A passenger on the

Winter Is Coming For Low-Cost Airlines; Will Norwegian Survive?

It’s only October, and low-cost carriers are falling almost as fast as the leaves. Will winter bring an even deeper chill to the low-cost airline industry? The recent collapse of Primera Air, another carrier whose ambition exceeded its capability, prompts this question. Perhaps Primera, despite its claim

Best Western to Open Premier Hotel in Vietnam

Best Western Hotels & Resorts has signed a deal to open an upscale hotel overlooking Ha Long Bay, the UNESCO World Heritage site in Vietnam. Developed by Doji Land Real Estate Investment Company Ltd., the Best Western Premier Sapphire Ha Long is a new-build, 31-story project

Airbnb's Regulation Conundrum

Online home-sharing platform Airbnb’s growth story has been nothing if not dramatic. From just two bookings in March 2008, the San Francisco start-up today has more than 5-million listings in 81,000 cities around the world. This growth has not gone unnoticed. The platform has disrupted

The New York Times Wants to Hire a Journalist to Travel the World

We are looking for people to travel the world -- again. Every year, The New York Times recommends 52 places to go, one place to dream about exploring each week. This year, Jada Yuan earned the chance to take a trip of a lifetime. We are inviting intrepid travelers to follow in her footsteps.

What Would Bourdain Do? How to Honor the Intrepid Traveler's Legacy

Since Anthony Bourdain's death, travelers around the globe have been mourning the loss of one of the world's most gifted storytellers and cultural ambassadors. After rewatching Bourdain's shows, rereading his books and essays, and tuning in for his last "Parts Unknown" episodes, how else can you linger in Bourdain's spirit?

The October Revolution

On October 25, 1917, members of the Bolshevik Red Guards captured the Russian Winter Palace in Petrograd, heralding the October Revolution, sometimes called the Bolshevik Revolution. Earlier in the year, a provisional government had been established, and the Bolsheviks sought to overthrow the existing power structure

Windstar Named Best Small-Ship Cruise Line in AFAR Magazine’s Travelers’ Choice Awards

Seattle, WA, October 24, 2018 — Windstar Cruises has been named “Best Small-Ship Cruise Line” in AFAR magazine’s second annual Travelers’ Choice Awards. The award reflects which cruises the magazine’s audience (arguably some of the most affluent, influential, and well-traveled across all media) want to experience next.

Dubai Golf: Tournaments, Championship Courses & More

Dubai’s economic landscape and golfing pedigree go hand in hand, with a western influence propelling both to higher heights, culminating in extravagant brilliance. The largest city in the UAE offers levels of luxury many could only dream of, both on and off the course, but it’s not beyond the realms of possibility that you can experience it for yourself.

Water Lover Surfs, Sails, Swims in French Polynesia

French Polynesia sounded exotic, tropical and romantic — all necessary ingredients for an idyllic honeymoon. But I’d been married for nearly a decade, and this was my solo adventure, a gift to myself while my husband toured Colorado’s Backcountry Discovery Route. We both have our passions; mine

The Puerto Rico Travel Awards 2018

When it made its debut in late 2014, the historic Condado Vanderbilt immediately set a new standard for hotels in Puerto Rico: this was a globally-competitive luxury hotel with the food, ambience and service to match. And that’s still the case today — the Condado Vanderbilt is an

Why Working as a Travel Guide or Cruise Lecturer Can Be an Effective Form of Science Outreach

In 2013, Sarah Aciego came up with an idea while conducting field research on glaciers in Greenland. Her mother, Mindy Cambiar, is a photographer who had accompanied Aciego to document her team’s work. The pair discussed bringing tourists to Greenland and Iceland, where

4 Tourist Attractions in Bandung with International Taste

In Bandung, there are 4 tourist attractions that offer a variety of typical atmosphere of a number of countries. These are designed for self-portraits and tourists easily can find Instragramable spots for taking photos. Here are the choices:

20 Once-Popular Strange Tourist Attractions That People Avoid Now

Tourist attractions around the world are typically the same type of thing. Some may be a simple restaurant that is only located there or perhaps it is something larger like an amusement park. Some smaller towns will have some strange things that make them stand out amongst other small

Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden Aiming to Become Global Attraction

Staff at Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden are taking steps to make the site a location that tourists seek out and plan a trip around, rather than somewhere that they visit while in the city or region for something else. To that end, a couple of announcements were made Tuesday morning, Oct. 23, including a

Florida Man Dies After Falling on Bahamas-Bound Cruise Ship During His Bachelor Party

A Florida man was just months away from marrying the love of his life when he tragically fell to his death while aboard a cruise ship traveling to the Bahamas on Friday, the Associated Press reported. Christopher McGrory, 29, was celebrating his bachelor party with friends on the Paradise

World's Largest Cruise Ship Nears Miami Debut

Symphony of the Seas which isn’t just the largest cruise ship int he world but also the fourth Oasis-class vessel is very near to her beginning new cruises from PortMiami, Florida. As of writing this, there are just 19 days until the ship arrives at the cruise capital of the world.

What's Behind The New Boom In Ultra-Long-Haul Airline Flights

In a competition against nature, Singapore Airlines’ 19-hour aerial journey would win on distance, but not by much. Last week’s new flight from Singapore to Newark runs 9,500 miles (great circle distance), whereas the Bar-Tailed Godwit only flies 7,000 miles on its annual migration from Alaska to New Zealand

The 10 Best Airlines to Fly in North America

Consumer aviation website Skytrax has released updated rankings of the best airlines in the world. For 2018, airlines from Asia and Europe such as Singapore, Emirates, Cathay Pacific, and Lufthansa once again dominate the upper echelons of the list. Airlines from those two continents

Hilton Introduces New Micro-Hotel Brand: Motto by Hilton

Hilton is launching a new brand with smaller, customizable rooms that will only appear in urban locations and have more affordable rates. Motto by Hilton will be the McLean, Virginia.-based company’s 15th brand. With Motto’s introduction, Hilton is entering into the micro-hotel market

25 of the Most 'Haunted' Hotels In the US

Halloween might bring spirits out to play one spooky night a year, but for a few infamous dwellings around the country, paranormal activity is reportedly a regular occurrence no matter the season. At the most "haunted" hotels in the US, ghost legends and reported spectral sightings are

Map: Millennials' Favorite U.S. Travel Destinations

Move over, Los Angeles, because millennials aren’t interested anymore. According to Priceline, these are the 15 most popular destinations among millennials. Priceline defined millennials at those between the ages of 22 and 36. The company calculated the data by analyzing cities based

The United Nations

The United Nations was not the first attempt at creating an organization dedicated to international understanding. Years earlier the League of Nations had failed prevent World War II. On April 25, 1945 50 world governments met in San Francisco and began working on the charter for a new organization

In Zambia, Groaning Hippos, Growling Leopards and Mango-Stealing Elephants

Word had begun to spread throughout South Luangwa National Park in east Zambia: A male leopard had killed an aardvark and dragged the carcass up a tree. My guide, Abraham Banda of Norman Carr Safaris, shook his head when he heard. Aardvarks, he explained, are an incredibly elusive animal. They are nocturnal and spend most of their lives

1st Parliament of Great Britain

The first Parliament of the Kingdom of Great Britain was held on October 23, 1707. Evolving from the merger of the Kingdom of England and the Kingdom of Scotland, the existing members of the English House of Commons became the British House of Commons along with 61 Scottish Counterparts appointed by Scotland.

American Cruise Lines Has Done it Again! 1st Modern Riverboat in the U.S. Concludes Inaugural Cruise on Mississippi…Here’s A Peek at What They Did

GUILFORD, CT—October 22, 2018—Brand new riverboat, American Song, arrived to a warm Southern welcome in Memphis on Friday, October 12th after a week’s long inaugural cruise up the Mississippi from New Orleans, stopping at Oak Alley, Baton Rouge, St. Francisville, Natchez, and Vicksburg. Guests were buzzing with excitement as they came ashore at the

Cruise ship tours: Inside Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line's Grand Celebration

Thinking about a quick getaway to the Bahamas? Our latest Cruise Ship Tour offers a deck-by-deck look at one of two cruise vessels operating super-short, two-day trips to the island nation from Florida: The 1,486-passenger Grand Celebration. Operated by three-year-old Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line, the former Carnival Cruise Line ship sails from

Lonely Planet Picks the Top Travel Destinations for 2019

Looking for some inspiration for your next trip? Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2019 names the top 10 countries, cities, regions and best value destinations that Lonely Planet experts recommend travelers experience next year. Click through the gallery above to see the winners in all four categories. To find out more about the winners – and to also

Where The Independent's Travel Team Are Going Next Year

It's that time of year where publishers, travel agents, tour companies and journalists start making predictions for what's in store for the year ahead. Here, The Independent's travel team has put together its forecast for what will be big in travel in 2019: whether that's a hot new destination, a must-do journey or a trend that you need to know about.

European Cruise Line MSC Cruises Sailing Into Luxury with Four New Ships

Cruisers seeking a luxury experience are about to have even more options. MSC Cruises announced Thursday it will roll out four new 1,000-passenger ships aimed at the luxury market. The first will launch in 2023. The expansion will bring MSC’s total fleet to 29 ships by 2027. The move comes as the cruise line seeks to increase its presence in the

How I Learned to Relax and Vacation Like a Grown-Up

You're not a 22-year-old anymore — why travel like one? In the third installment of a new series about travel gone wrong, Travel & Outdoors Editor Megan Burbank describes the bittersweet reality of adapting her vacation style to her grown-up life.

China Opens World's Longest Sea-Crossing Bridge Linking Hong Kong to Mainland

China on Tuesday opened the world’s longest sea-crossing bridge linking Hong Kong to the mainland, a feat of engineering carrying immense economic and political significance. Chinese President Xi Jinping presided over a ceremony in the city of Zhuhai to open the 55-kilometre (34-mile)-long bridge linking it to the semi-autonomous

Tented Camps are Fast Becoming the World's Best Resorts

At one point in the mid-2010s, "glamping" became a four-letter word. A sudden boom in upscale tented accommodations-which ultimately felt neither glamorous nor like camping-saw the trend go from boom to bust as quickly as spaghetti donuts and ramen burgers. But now, glamping is back, and the glamour factor is through the

Take the kids to...Legoland Discovery Centre, Birmingham

The latest UK collaboration between global heavyweights Merlin Entertainments and the Lego Group recently opened in Birmingham city centre (in a former car park) at a cost of £7m. It’s an indoor (more compact) version of a Legoland theme park: imagine a giant playschool designed by a creative, six-year-old Lego fanatic!

Higher Costs are Killing Airlines in Europe

Europe's largest airline is expecting to emerge from the holiday travel season with fewer competitors. Dublin-based Ryanair said Monday that it is "inevitable" that weaker budget airlines will fold over the coming months as costs rise. "We think it's certain," said Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary. "There will be more and larger failures this winter."

This Airline Will Take You to New Year's Eve Celebrations in Tokyo and Las Vegas in One Night

A New Year’s Eve countdown can be so exciting. But then it’s 3, 2, 1, happy new year, and it’s all over. Don't you ever wish you could celebrate that magical moment just one more time before officially starting the new year? If you’re in the right spot, you actually can. Crystal AirCruises, a luxury airline, is offering an exclusive New Year’s Eve package

Nine Hotel Openings to Look Out for in the Coming Year

Richard Branson comes to San Francisco, Rosewood raises the luxury stakes in Hong Kong, Nobu makes its long-awaited debut in Cabo San Lucas and the Shinola empire continues its brand extension in Detroit. These are among the more intriguing hotel openings scheduled for the end of 2018 and the first half of 2019.

Paris on Foot: 35 Miles, 6 Days and One Blistered Toe

Not long ago, I spent a week walking around Paris. Before you yawn jadedly, let me clarify: I walked all the way around Paris. I began each day by donning a pair of beat-up Sauconys, consuming a prodigious breakfast at my hotel near the Porte Dorée, tucking a notebook and pen into my pocket, and proceeding on foot in a counterclockwise

5 Naturally Beautiful Eco-Lodges in Costa Rica

In-your-face nature is the No. 1 draw when it comes to Costa Rica. The country abounds with a mix of microclimates, from cool-as-rain cloud forests to bright beaches. Most travelers will touch down in San Jose Airport. Those intent on maximizing their nature experience will want to give the gritty capital city San Jose a pass and head right into the

At Least 18 Dead After Train Derails in Taiwan's Worst Rail Disaster in Decades

A train derailed along a touristy coastal railway in north-eastern Taiwan on Sunday (Oct 21), killing at least 18 and injuring almost 170 others in the island's deadliest rail accident in 27 years, Taiwanese authorities and media said. The train, Puyuma Express 6432 with 366 passengers on board, went off the tracks between the Dongshan

On a Trip to the Himalayas, I Learned About Altitude Sickness the Hard Way

When I told friends I was going to Tibet last spring, almost everyone asked, “What are you doing to prevent altitude sickness?” Not nearly enough, it turned out, given the headaches, insomnia and occasional wooziness I experienced during four days in Lhasa. The Tibetan capital rises from the Himalayan Plateau to 11,978 feet above sea level

Work Resumes on Titanic II Project

Blue Star Line, the company behind the plans, said work on the liner was suspended in 2015 over disputed royalties from a Chinese conglomerate. In a statement, the Australian firm said: "Now those matters have been resolved, work has recommenced to build and operate Titanic ll." The company has yet to confirm when the build, expected to take

Rick Steves: France's Serene Abbeys Continue to Inspire Visitors

The French countryside is filled with medieval monasteries – stony, quiet and atmospheric. Some are in a state of ruin; others are still home to peaceful monks or sisters going about their religious work. Still others are intact but now open only as museums. A little history can help visitors breathe life into these serenely remote monuments.

The World's Most Magical Mazes

You cannot see the Yew Maze at Hever Castle from Anne Boleyn’s bedroom. The small space where Henry VIII’s second wife spent her childhood is at the north-west corner of the building, out of sight of the box of hedges and leafy pathways that sets a pleasing test for modern visitors to her family home. Instead, this genteel puzzle keeps its

Which is the Best Option for Travellers Czech Republic or Slovakia?

It’s a bit like organising a huge party to celebrate a major wedding anniversary, and inviting lots of people – even though everyone knows you divorced 25 years ago. And that you harped on about it all being on friendly terms, and how you even divided the record collection without fighting. Still, the end of this month (Oct 28, to be exact) marks

Disney Wins Tentative Approval From Bahamas for a Cruise Port on the Island of Eleuthera

In a decision criticized by locals and environmentalists, the government of the Bahamas has given tentative approval to a plan by Disney Cruise Line to build a cruise port on the southern tip of the thin, 110-mile-long island of Eleuthera. The port would be part of a 746-acre development by the subsidiary of the Walt Disney Co. entertainment

Airlines Face Rising Fuel Costs. Blame Cruise Ships.

Airline fuel budgets are about to get squeezed by unlikely competitors. Next year, shipowners around the world are expected to start switching to cleaner-burning diesel fuel, part of global regulations taking effect in 2020 aimed at reducing emissions. Airline executives are now warning that the shift could lead to pricier jet fuel, which powers the

Japan's 38-guest Luxury Floating Hotel

This hotel has only 19 rooms, but the sea view is guaranteed from all of them: Guntu is a luxury cruise ship sailing through the Seto Inland Sea in the Setouchi region of Japan, about 100 miles west of Osaka. The ship, which is named after a local species of blue crab, was designed by architect Yasube Horibe as a ryokan, a type of traditional

Newly Found Attractions Entice Travelers to Yeoju

The must-see places of a popular travel destination naturally change with time. It is no different for Yeoju, a city 105 kilometers southeast of Seoul. Some travel spots are newly found after discoveries by academic researchers, others are found by word of mouth. Yeoju's most important travel attraction used to be the Silleuksa, a Buddhist temple that has a number of national treasures.

The First Parachute Jump

On October 22, 1797, André-Jacques Garnerin, a French innovator, climbed into a hot air balloon and rose 3000 feet over Paris. A crowd gathered to watch. Then, Garnerin climbed over the balloon's basket and jumped. Behind him a large silken fabric trailed, then opened

Instagram Offers Visual Allure, and the Travel Industry Wants In

On a moody August morning in British Columbia, two humpback whales swam beside the floating Great Bear Lodge, exciting guests who watched them feeding and lunging out of the water for fish. Posted to Instagram, the video of the exuberant wildlife encounter went viral and the lodge’s following grew from 600 to nearly 50,000. Booking

Flying Spirit, Frontier or Allegiant? Here Are 12 things You Need to Know

The fares are almost always enticing. Phoenix to Las Vegas as low as $31 one-way. Atlanta to Fort Lauderdale for $50. Denver to New York City, $59. All on nonstop flights. Discounters Spirit, Frontier and Allegiant — ultra-low cost carriers in airline industry lingo — have long known how to grab travelers' attention. The bare bones ticket prices

The Person Giving You Official Travel Advice May Be an Inmate

The warm voice answering your 800-VISITNC call will gladly mail you the 174-page Official 2018 Travel Guide, a North Carolina road map, or brochures about Civil War sites, AMTRAK connections or wineries. She can also field detailed questions about whitewater rafting, kayaking, ski slopes, fairs, cultural festivals or events in the state’s 100 counties.

TSA’s ‘Don’t Lose Your Booze’ Airport Security Campaign Also Could Be ‘Keep Your Gun’

TSA’s slogan “Don’t Lose Your Booze” probably addresses the most travelers who need to learn what they can and can’t bring on a plane. But “Keep Your Guns” also could be used, both nationally and in Florida. As of Thursday, 3,503 firearms had been seized at airport security checkpoints nationwide, a pace that would put the year end total over

Magical Mystery Tour: A Road Trip Through Mexico

I’m lying on the grass in the churchyard in Huaquechula, a small town in the state of Puebla, central Mexico. I open my eyes and look up. A man dressed in eagle feathers is standing on top of a 30-metre telegraph pole banging a small drum, and four other men are climbing up towards him. When the four reach the top, they attach ropes to their

The 20 Coolest Secret Hotel Amenities

When booking a trip, many travelers like to research the perks and bonuses that come along with their hotel stay. Luxury accommodations come with the expectation of top-notch service, stunning lobbies, decadent spa treatments, and well-appointed suites, but some offer amenities that go beyond the chocolate on your pillow at night or even

The First Chief Justice

On this date in 1789, Chief Justice John Jay is sworn in as the first Chief Justice of the United States. Nominated by George Washington to fill the role, John Jay helped to develop early principles upon which the nation's highest court would later build its jurisprudence. Jay was later Governor of New York from 1795 to 1801 and became a leading opponent of

Collette, global tour operator, is thrilled to launch an official Travel Agent Network group on Facebook!

Collette, global tour operator, is thrilled to launch an official Travel Agent Network group on Facebook! The exclusive network of travel agents (which will offer first hand access to industry insiders at Collette) will focus on the latest industry news, trends, incentives, and offers for their clients.

What to Do At the Sydney Opera House

Since its inauguration on October 20, 1973, the iconic Sydney Opera House has been the centerpiece of the Sydney Harbour, drawing some 8.2 million visitors every year. But there's much more to Australia's top tourist attraction than just a show-stopping facade. From its complicated construction to popular bars and restaurants, this UNESCO World

The Most Popular Travel Destination For Millennials Tops Paris & It's Not What You'd Expect

Where to next? That question seemingly never gets old, and I don't blame you one bit for asking it. You just got back from a trip, or haven't hopped on a plane in a while, and are in desperate need of some new surroundings. Girl, I wish I could hand you a plane ticket through the screen. For now, you're just going to have to ask some more

The inside story of Bear Grylls Adventure in Birmingham

Bear called. “The scale of challenges that can be found at The Bear Grylls Adventure [is] truly mind blowing,” said TV’s favourite wilderness survival expert. “[The attraction] allows millions of others to find the courage and tenacity to conquer their own Everest.” I answered, and headed for the UK’s newest tourist attraction.

The Rise of the Robot Butler – Fad or the Future of Hotel Room Service?

he days of a human member of a hotel’s staff delivering the morning paper, a towel or an evening meal could become a relic of the past thanks to the growing use of robots. US establishments are leading the way and over the summer the Vdara Hotel & Spa in Las Vegas became the latest to join the trend when it unveiled two robots

Cruise Giant Carnival Joins List of Lines Raising Service Charge and Gratuity Rates

Planning a Carnival sailing for December or beyond? Get ready for higher daily fees. Effective Dec. 1, the company is hiking the gratuity for staff it automatically tacks onto final bills by about 8 percent to $13.99 per person, per day, for passengers staying in most cabins. Passengers in suites will pay $15.99 per person, per day – an increase of nearly

Cruise Line Served Man Equivalent of 30 Drinks Before He Went Overboard, Suit Says

federal judge has found “ample evidence” exists to allow a jury to decide whether Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. should bear responsibility for the overboard death of a 22-year-old passenger during a cruise from Port Everglades just before Christmas 2016. Todd and Lisa Skokan filed suit against Royal Caribbean in U.S. District Court in Miami in

Photos: The Famous Swimming Pigs of the Bahamas

You might have thought about swimming with dolphins, fish, even maybe sharks, but wild pigs? Appearing in videos, newspapers, commercials, TV shows and countless selfies, the swimming pigs of Exuma, in the Bahamas, have become a bucket-list sensation. A new book, "Pigs of Paradise: The Story of the World-Famous Swimming Pigs" by T. R. Todd

Fast-Growing MSC Cruises Reveals Plans for a New 'Ultra-Luxury' Division

The battle for well-heeled cruisers is about to heat up. Fast-growing MSC Cruises on Thursday revealed plans to add a new "ultra-luxury" division that will compete in the space currently dominated by such lines as Silversea Cruises, Seabourn Cruise Line and Regent Seven Seas Cruises. The Switzerland-based cruise operator said it had signed a

The Bosnians Who Speak Medieval Spanish

On our way to Sarajevo's Ashkenazi Synagogue for the Friday evening Shabbat (Sabbath) service, my friend Paula Goldman and I walked down cobblestone streets through the Baščaršija, the old Ottoman area of the city, passing mosques, shops and a madrasa (Islamic school). It was the year 2000, and the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina still

Think Disney is Expensive Now? Prices Just Went Up - Before You Even Walk in the Gate.

Walt Disney World is often touted as the most magical place on earth. It’s also getting to be one of the most expensive. Especially if you want to park your car. The fee to park at Disney’s four theme parks — Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom — is now higher, as of Tuesday. Three bucks higher.

Playing 'Footsies' Leads to Flight Disruption, Assault Charge

Federal authorities say a man accused of touching a woman’s leg and trying to play “footsies” with her on a flight has been charged with simple assault. A criminal complaint also accuses Justin Riley Brafford of trying to intimidate flight crew members on the Southwest flight Tuesday from Los Angeles to Dallas. According to authorities, Brafford sat

10 Epic Hikes Around the World

Some people like beach trips, some like city exploring. Other vacationers prefer adventure. Lonely Planet's new book "Epic Hikes of the World" offers ideas for outdoorsy travelers, from Africa and Australia to a few in our own backyard. Hike on!

Inside a Frequent Flyer’s Travel Habits

As much as I’d like to imagine I’m a free-spirited, fly-by-the-seat-of-my-pants kinda gal, I’ve also realised that when it comes to travel, I’m a creature of habit. It starts with what time I get to the airport before a flight. Two hours for international, one hour for domestic. Nothing more, nothing less. Predictable and average as it might be, it’s a step

River North Hotel Invites Guests to Spend a Killer Night in H.H. Holmes Pop-up Suite

Want to spend a night with a serial killer? If so, Acme Hotel Company has you covered. The hip-and-trendy boutique property in River North is getting into the Halloween spirit by tricking out a hotel suite with decor inspired by one of Chicago’s most prolific and notorious murderers: H.H. Holmes. Some of the 19th-century killer’s victims were slain in

The Best Hotels in Europe, According to Our Readers

Our readers are a discerning bunch, and they'll book months and years in advance for a chance to sample the world's finest stays. So it's no surprise they voted these 10 places—a melange of palatial city digs, roving country estates, and sublime clifftop getaways—the best hotels in Europe in this year's Readers' Choice Awards survey. Destinations

Explore Turkey's Ancient Sites From the Seat of a Bike

Cruise and bike in the Aegean and Mediterranean seas on a weeklong tour of Turkey that includes sailing along the Turquoise Coast and cycling trips inland. A pre-tour begins in Istanbul with participants exploring mosques and monuments. The group then flies south to Marmaris and boards a Turkish gulet (a traditional wooden sailing boat)

This Country Was Just Named the Best Place for Expats for the 4th Year in a Row

Singapore has been named the world’s best country for expats for the fourth year in a row. The results are based on HSBC’s annual Expat Explorer survey, a global survey completed by 22,318 expats across 163 different countries. Expats were asked to rate countries based on three different categories: economics, experience, and family.

Low Water Levels Affecting Danube, Rhine River Cruises

Water levels are so low on Europe's Danube and Rhine Rivers that some lines are being forced to reduce week-long cruises to just two days' sailing. A dry summer with little rain has led to numerous pinch-points along the Danube, particularly the stretches between Budapest and Vienna and Vilshofen to Nuremberg. And while there was some relief

The Basel Earthquake

On this day in 1356, one of the most devestating earthquakes ever to hit northern Europe struck the small Swiss town of Basel, situated at the southern end of the Upper Rhine Graben. Basel was nearly completely destroyed with over 300 people dead. Those wooden houses that were not destroyed by the earthquake were burned by subsequent fires caused

Chapter Restructuring Gains Momentum – and How You Can Get Involved

A little more than two months after we announced our plan to bring the National Association of Career Travel Agents (NACTA) under the ASTA banner as the ASTA Small Business Network (SBN), we wanted to update you on where things stand, with a special focus on the chapter system.

Windstar Cruises’ New ‘Easy Stays’ Make It Effortless to Extend the Windstar Experience Beyond the Ship

This fall Windstar Cruises expands its curated offerings to include newly launched Easy Stays. The program was designed in partnership with select hotels and destination management companies across the world to create a seamless cruise-hotel-transfer package. Guests can select from hotels in more than 30 cities where the cruises embark and disembark.

Will Your Face Be Enough to Get You on a Plane?

Facial recognition may soon be coming to an airport security line near you. Earlier this week, the Transportation Security Administration released a 23-page report outlining changes it is proposing on how passengers are screened before boarding their flights. Key among those changes is the proposal that passports and other forms of

The Secret to Avoiding Checked Bag Fees Every Time You Fly

Gifts aren’t the only thing to bust your budget this holiday season. Most major U.S. airlines have recently raised their checked bag fees, which means transporting presents home may cost a little bit more this year. American Airlines baggage fees, JetBlue Airlines baggage fees, United Airlines baggage fees, and Delta baggage fees all increased

From Zip Lines to Surfing Pools, 30 Cruise Ship Attractions That Will Blow Your Mind

There was a time when the most exciting thing on the top deck of a cruise ship was a small pool. Or maybe a shuffleboard court. But those days are long gone. Today's cruise ships are floating mega-resorts loaded with deck-top amusements that would have been unthinkable just a decade or two ago. In addition to multiple pools and hot tubs

The 8 Coolest Tree House Hotels in Central America

Whether you spent your youthful years in a tree house or pining over one, hotels around the world are here to turn your nostalgic childhood reveries into adult realities. Make no mistake, though: These rustic retreats perched in the trees are not the wobbly contraptions cobbled together in your backyard. While they may let you live like a kid again

Where Tourists Can Get Legally High in Canada

You can smell it on the breeze. Something funky, fresh and earthy. After years on the margins, its true believers are going public, and if you listen in bars and cafes from Ottawa to Vancouver to Montreal, you’ll likely hear talk of the new nationwide manifesto. There are idealists and sceptics, and those who still haven’t made up their mind. Who can

How to Get Close to Alaska's Wildlife

Wildlife abounds in Alaska’s untamed wilderness. Look out for the Big Five: bears, moose, Dall sheep, caribou and wolves. The throngs of wildlife that course below the glacial waters, and glide above them, are legion too. Bald eagles soar overhead, whales breach in the sea and salmon make a dramatic journey upriver every summer.

Everyday Legal Things in Australia That Could Land You in Jail Abroad

I was already more than halfway to Tokyo when I realised I was carrying a stash of hardcore narcotics in my carry-on bag. My stomach flipped as I made the unpleasant discovery while rifling through my bag during a brief stopover. As images of Schapelle Corby and Banged Up Abroad flashed through my mind, I quickly shoved the contraband in a

SeaWorld: Jack Hanna, Craft Beer Fest, Christmas Celebration Set for November

SeaWorld Orlando has unveiled a few details about events scheduled for the theme park next month, including quality time with animal expert Jack Hanna, a new festival that revolves around craft beer and a jump-start on Christmas celebrations. Hanna, a frequent speaker at SeaWorld, will make appearances at the park’s Nautilus Theater

High Society: El Alto, Bolivia, Steps into the Spotlight

Most travellers never give El Alto a second thought. Bolivia’s second city, home to the highest international airport in South America (and fifth-highest in the world) at 4,061 metres, it is a place visitors fly into before being whisked to La Paz, the de facto capital, 15km away and 421 metres lower. Yet, El Alto is emerging from the shadow of its

American Cruise Lines Ups Growth Pace with New River Ships

The American Song marked a new era for American Cruise Line as she launched service earlier this month from New Orleans as the first in a series of at least five new modern riverboats. “The economy is red hot good,” said Charles A. Robertson, CEO of American Cruise Lines. “That helps. There is much greater awareness for river and small ship

The Hilton Effect: The Hotel Looks Back on Its Trillion-Dollar Global Impact

A few weeks ago, I stowed away on Norwegian Air’s Fill A Plane campaign, where they transformed their brand-new Boeing 737 Max passenger plane into a cargo jet and filled it to the brim with supplies bound for a UNICEF outpost in Chad. After a long flight from Copenhagen to N’Djamena, we unloaded the plane. While the 13 tons of supplies—2,000 water purifiers, 1,000 doses of antibiotics, 35,000 packs of rehydration salts, and more—were headed to the

Air Canada's Close Call in San Francisco Could've Been 'Worst Aviation Accident in History'

Safety officials say a near collision of airliners in San Francisco last year was a few feet from becoming the worst crash in aviation history. The National Transportation Safety Board issued a final report Thursday on the incident in which an Air Canada jet nearly crashed into planes lined up on the ground at San Francisco International Airport

The London Beer Flood

They say too much beer is bad for you. Meux's Brewery Co Ltd was a London brewery located at Tottenham Court Road and Oxford Street, one of the city's poorer districts at the time. On October 18, 1814 a vat of beer 22 feet high and containing approximately 135,000 gallons ruptured

Captain Belinda Bennett Awarded the 2018 Merchant Navy Medal for Meritorious Service by HRH Princess Anne as the First Black Female Captain in the Commercial Cruise Industry

Charting a course to success in the cruise and maritime industry, the Merchant Navy Medal for Meritorious Service has been presented to Captain Belinda Bennett of Windstar Cruises, as ‘the first black female captain in the commercial cruise industry.’ Captain Bennett was given the award for services to the promotion of the maritime sector

5 top Travel Trends in 2018

In ancient times, people traveled for subsistence, religious missions, to trade goods, and to explore new frontiers. In the late 16th century, it was important for young aristocrats and the wealthy to travel to the important cities in Europe while finishing their education

JetBlue Will Send You on a Free Trip to a Surprise Destination to Volunteer This November

JetBlue is offering a free trip to 50 travelers and their companions in exchange for volunteer work. Continuing its #CheckInForGood campaign from 2017, the airline will send the winners on an all-expenses-paid trip for three days as part of its November “JetBlue for Good Month.”

Disney Cruise Line Awaits Decision on Second Bahamas Destination

Disney Cruise Line’s planned growth in the next five years includes a new destination in the Bahamas, and the country’s government is set to make a decision this week on whether or not to move forward. The location is a 700-acre privately owned property

The Not-So-Glamourous Side of Solo Travel

We've said it once, and we'll say it again (and again): Solo travel is one of the most empowering ways to explore our world. You get to do what you want when you want to; you can secure a spot at some of world's best restaurants with ease (thanks to that solo seat at the bar)

Carnival Cruise Line Plans Massive Makeover of 18-year-old Carnival Victory

Another Carnival cruise ship designed in the 1990s is about to be reborn. The 2,758-passenger Carnival Victory in 2020 will undergo a makeover so big the line plans to rechristen the vessel with a new name: Carnival Radiance. To be announced on Tuesday

Six Flags: New Roller Coasters, Thrill Rides Announced for 2019

When you think of Six Flags, chances are you think of thrills. That’s because the amusement park chain has built its reputation on scaring the bejeezus out of anyone who dares to brave its roller coasters and other rides. For 2019, Six Flags will burnish its reputation

Inside the Magic of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort

The magical adventures of Harry Potter first arrived in a series of popular novels by J.K. Rowling in 1997 and were followed by 8 motion pictures from Warner Brothers (2001-2011). Universal Studios added this wonderful Wizarding World to their Orlando, FL, theme parks in 2010.

Can You Gift Airline Miles to Someone Else?

You work hard to earn airline miles, but if you don't use them fast enough, they might expire or devalue. Or, maybe you want to help a friend fly for free with your miles. Here lies the question. Can you gift airline miles? In many cases, yes. But, the answer isn't always clear-cut

Foreign Hotel Rates From Online Travel Sites Can Be Misleading And Wrong

I am often overseas, so getting the best hotel pricing becomes important for my clients, especially during high seasons. I usually book through an online travel site if the hotel is not part of an international group such as Marriott or Radisson and I routinely use Expedia because of convenience

Airbnb Bill May Limit Short-term Rentals in U.S. Capital

Short-term rentals of Jackie Howard’s two-bedroom home near major tourist attractions in Washington, D.C. have helped her family pay for everything from plumbing emergencies to braces for her daughter. After Tuesday, when the district council is expected

Boracay Island Re-opens With Bans on Eating, Drinking and Swimming on the Beach

BORACAY has re-opened to the public after it was forced to close due to the high levels of sewage and damage that was ruining it. The six-month clean-up has led to a number of new rules for tourists to follow. The famous Boracay island has opened once more for tourists visiting the Philippines

Why East Africa Should Be Your Next Winter Holiday Hotspot

he opening of the Zuri Zanzibar resort, at the undeveloped north-western tip of Zanzibar, promises to raise standards of luxury in the Tanzanian archipelago closer to those found elsewhere in the Indian Ocean, thanks to Václav Dejčmar. The Czech entrepreneur

Marie Antoinette is Executed

At the height of the French Revolution, King Louis XVI and his Queen Marie Antoinette were imprisoned and deposed. No longer referred to by their royal titles, they became the "Carpets" a non-royal designation of their family name. At the age of 38 years, the former King was the first to go as he was tried for crimes against the French people and executed on January 21, 1793

Can 18 Hours in the Air Be Bearable? Airlines Bet on Ultra-Long-Haul Flights

Last Thursday, the world’s longest nonstop flight — a 9,534-mile, 18-and-a-half-hour journey from Singapore to Newark on Singapore Airlines’ new Airbus A350-900 Ultra Long Range aircraft — touched down, raising the bar for super-long-haul travel, which most industry experts define as any flight over 8,000 miles one way. New, lighter

Google Launched a New Tool to Help You Plan a Vacation. Here's How to Use It

We know – you’ve good intentions. You catch a whiff of inspiration, fire up your favorite search engine, and start planning what will undoubtedly be the trip of a lifetime. Then, someone calls. Or, your kid discovers some strange residue that demands your immediate attention. In any case, your epic trip planning process gets sidetracked

AmaMagna: Realizing An Improbable Dream In River Cruising

In May 2019, AmaWaterways will launch AmaMagna, the largest luxury ship to cruise any European river. Built to cruise only on the Danube, this unique ship promises to add a whole new dimension to river cruising, offering twice the interior space of any other European river cruise ship. Although river cruising is one of the fastest growing

River Cruising in 2019: New Destinations and Trends

Like their oceanic counterparts, river cruises are becoming ever more popular and catering for an increasingly broad range of travellers. The key advantages of river cruises for many are that they take you through the heart of the communities they call at, you tend to get more time on shore, and the ships are typically like floating boutique hotels.

Oversized Flyers a Challenge for Seatmates and Airlines

It's true, Americans are getting larger and airline seats are shrinking. So confrontations between oversize airline passengers and their fellow travelers are inevitable. The average American man weighs 15 pounds more than he did 20 years ago, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The average American woman weighs

The Arctic Adventures You Need to Sign Up for This Winter

The Arctic Circle conjures up images of rosy-nosed reindeers and gift-laden elves, but it’s also got a dark side – and we’re not talking about potential over-exploitation of Santa’s workforce, either, but bone-chilling temperatures, wild animals and, during the winter, endless hours of darkness. To learn how to conquer this challenging wilderness, sign up

Užupis: A Tiny Republic of Free Spirits

Residents say that if you stare into the eyes of the Užupis Mermaid as you cross the bridge into the tiny, self-declared Republic of Užupis from the surrounding Lithuanian capital of Vilnius, you’ll never want to leave. Created in 2002 by sculptor Romas Vilčiauskas, the bronze figure welcomes visitors to the tiny republic – and locals claim that it is she

San Diego's Hotel del Coronado Celebrates Its 130th Anniversary

As luxurious as it is historic, Hotel Del Coronado has been a San Diego landmark since opening in 1888.

Up Close and Personal With Churchill's Whimsical Bzeluga Whales

All it takes is a quick paddle from the western shore of Hudson Bay and the smiling, curious face of a beluga whale peeks out of the water to greet kayakers floating by. The northern Manitoba community of Churchill is known as the polar bear capital of the world, but the largest population of beluga whales also calls its Hudson Bay coastline home.

Pontchartrain Hotel is Tops in New Orleans, Conde Nast Readers Say

The Pontchartrain Hotel has been named the No. 1 hotel in New Orleans in the Conde Naste Traveler's 2018 Readers Choice Awards, in a survey of the world's best hotels, resorts and more. "Attention to design details and value for money make The Pontchartrain Hotel a must-stay for anyone unafraid to stay outside of the French Quarter,''

You'll Never Believe What Passengers Steal From Planes

What do passengers steal from planes? Anything that isn't bolted down. Among the items snatched from commercial flights: coffee mugs, cutlery, blankets and life jackets. Life jackets? Yes, life jackets. When Joyce Kirby worked as a flight attendant, she says, passengers routinely grabbed the emergency flotation devices under their seats before

Top Cheapest Destinations to Escape Winter for a Week

Momondo specialists have analyzed the total cost of popular sunny destinations during European winter, taking into account flights, 3-4 star hotels, food, drinks and public transport to reveal the cheapest warm destination for this winter. Chiang Mai is the cheapest sunny holiday destination this winter, as Romanian travelers can catch a week

Anwar El Sadat Becomes President of Egypt

On this day in 1970 Anwar El Sadat became the third President of Egypt. He was installed in office and served until October 6, 1981 when he was assassinated. He succeeded Gamal Abdel Nasser and modernized Egypt's role in the western world. Multi-party elections were

In Hurricane Michael's Wake, Travel Remains Snarled

Thursday morning, the Florida Panhandle and parts of Georgia awoke to blocked roads, downed trees, flooded streets and flights that were either canceled or rerouted. Travelers were being urged by airports, airlines, and government entities to avoid travel

10 Tips For Travelers To Protect Themselves From The Next Airline Shutdown

Primera Air abruptly shut down at the beginning of October, leaving hundreds of travelers stranded and thousands more holding now-worthless tickets. It also sent shockwaves through the travel industry. By now, most of the stranded have returned

Canada's Air Transat Says Airline Deal with Thomas Cook Could Expand

Canada’s Air Transat (TRZ.TO) could expand a partnership deal with the airline arm of British tourism group Thomas Cook (TCG.L) to include codesharing and interlining, the boss of the Canadian carrier said. Codesharing is a way of airlines selling each other’s tickets

8 Tourist Attractions in Tanah Datar, Sumatra

Tanah Datar Regency in West Sumatra is known for its Pagaruyung Palace. The beautiful palace must be visited when traveling in West Sumatra. In addition, a number of tourist spots and interesting things can also be found there.

Hawaii Cruises: What You Need to Know in the Wake of This Year's Volcano Eruption

Is this the year to finally take that Hawaii cruise? You'd be forgiven for being skittish about the idea. The massive eruption of the Kilauea volcano on the island of Hawaii over the summer initially made a mess of Hawaii cruise itineraries. With lava flowing

The World's Most Popular Travel Destinations Revealed

From island escapes to iconic metropolises, the world’s most popular international travel destinations have been revealed. More than 20 million people from across the globe visited Bangkok last year, making the Thai capital the world’s most popular travel

Overtourism is Choking the World - Can Anything Be Done?

The world is ripe with travel opportunities and it seems like there’s always a new place to discover. Problems occur though, when everybody else wants to explore it at the same time too. It seems we’ve officially entered the era of too much tourism. There’s

How Paul Jones turned a failing hotel group into a profitable business - CNN Video

Paul Jones had more than four decades of hotel management experience before he was asked to join the Naiade Group of Hotels in Mauritius. Under his leadership, he rebranded the group as LUX*

Airbnb Reveals Its Top Trending US and Canada Ski Destinations

Dreaming of a ski vacation this winter? Now you can start planning as Airbnb has released its list of the top trending ski destinations in the US and Canada, and how much the average rental will cost in the month of January.

Belgrade Cruise Port Guide

Belgrade, capital of Serbia and former capital of Yugoslavia, is one of Central Europe’s cultural and commercial powerhouses. Grittier than upriver ports, it’s a true Danube city, its restive history tied to its strategic location. Contemporary Belgrade has a

Things to Know Before Travelling to Singapore

Singapore is one of the more popular destinations for Indians. While some prefer this place for a small break, others prefer this place for their honeymoon destination. No matter for what reasons you visit Singapore, it is a destination that does not fail to impress any type of traveller

It Looks Like the Place Everyone Wants to Go Skiing This Winter is In the Middle of the Desert

When you think of the desert, chances are, your thoughts gravitate towards a hot, arid, and sunny climate. But the desert is also host to some top-notch skiing. Travel + Leisure recently published Kayak's round-up of the top trending ski destinations in 2018

Christopher Columbus

On this day in 1492, the expedition of explorer Christopher Columbus's made landfall in the Caribbean, specifically in The Bahamas. The explorer believed he had reached South Asia. Columbus made a total of four voyages of exploration to the

Central Holidays Launches New Panama Travel Deals

Moonachie, NJ – (October 11, 2018) – Central Holidays is pleased to introduce splendid fall travel deals that showcase the diversity of Panama, a travel destination whose popularity continues growing by leaps and bounds! Starting from just $349 per person, Central Holidays’ specialized Latin America team has negotiated incomparable preferred pricing to present these exclusive travel deals.

Hurricane Michael Snarls Travel in the Southern US. What You Need to Know

Airlines canceled dozens of flights on Wednesday in the Southern U.S. as "life-threatening" Hurricane Michael approached Florida's Gulf Coast, packing 140 mph wind. The Category 4 storm was expected to make landfall on Wednesday. Federal forecasters warned

The Best Luggage Trackers for Locating Lost Travel Bags

You’ve stumbled off your red-eye over to baggage claim, where you’re waiting, and waiting, and waiting, until your stomach starts to sink as you realize there’s no more luggage left on the belt and yet your bag is nowhere to be found. Rather than surrendering

Woman Delays Flight to Cleveland After Trying to Travel With 'Emotional Support Squirrel'

Have you ever heard of an emotional support animal being a squirrel? A passenger boarding a Frontier Airlines flight in Orlando headed to Cleveland got on the plane with one Tuesday night. A Frontier Airlines official said the passenger did note in their reservation

Tui Airline Boss Criticises Engine Manufacturers

A senior executive at travel group Tui has hit out at engine manufacturers for contributing to the worst European flight delays on record this summer. David Burling, who is chief executive of Tui’s 150-strong airline, said there had been few spare aircraft to lease this summer

United Just Became Every California Surfer's Favorite Airline

United Airlines wants its passengers to be able to hang ten and get pitted in California for less. Last week, the airline announced it will no longer be charging $150 to $200 for surfboard baggage fees for its flights to and from California. The exciting change came

Major Hurricane Michael Affects Cruise Ships in the Caribbean, Zeroes In on Florida

All eyes are on Major Hurricane Michael, as the rapidly intensifying storm makes its way through the Gulf of Mexico toward Florida -- so far rerouting at least seven cruise ships in its path. The Category 4 hurricane, which has maximum sustained wind speeds of 145 miles per hour

Hundreds Fall Ill on Cruise in the Mediterranean

Hundreds of passengers are said to have fallen ill onboard a cruise ship in the Mediterranean. Up to 300 travellers were reportedly sick on the Aida Prima. The ship had left port at Palma in Majorca on September 22 when the first wave of illnesses were reported

Hyatt Buys High-End Chain To Help It Compete With Hotel Giants

Hyatt, well known for its luxury brands (“The Hyatt Touch”), is a widely recognized name in the hotel industry. Yet worldwide, the chain ranks 11th in number of hotel properties. While 801 hotels worldwide bearing the Hyatt “flag” is certainly a respectable number

A Hotel in Dubai is Serving Up a 24-Carat Gold Cappuccino

You could call it the money shot. The hotel, famous for its sail-like silhouette across the Dubai skyline, has created "The Ultimate Gold Cappuccino" at its atrium café, the Sahn Eddar lounge. Along with blending "a generous quantity" of 24-carat gold

Lion Rock: Hong Kong's Most Beautiful Climbing Destination

If one had to single out which of Hong Kong's 100-plus mountains best represents the city, the choice would be simple -- Lion Rock. This 495-meter-tall monolith, named for its resemblance to a crouching lion, is sandwiched between Kowloon and the New Territories

7 Winter Sun Destinations To Jet Off To Right Away, For Your Instagram's Sake

The idea of heading off on holiday for sunnier climates this winter may seem pointless right now. After all, we can just about still get away with wearing dresses without tights and leaving the house without an umbrella. However, we all know it'll only be a week until we're swapping

Young Brits Lost Confidence in Travel Review Sites, Prefer to Book with a Travel Professional

UK holidaymakers say the main advantages of booking with a travel professional are the ease of booking (58%), saving time (51%) and feeling more confident (45%), reveals ABTA’s latest Holiday Habits research. People aged 25-34 are more likely than any other age group

Cruise Ship Tours: Inside Norwegian Cruise Line's Pride of America, Icon of Hawaii Cruises

Thinking about a cruise to Hawaii? Our latest Cruise Ship Tour offers a deck-by-deck look at an icon of Hawaii cruising, Norwegian Cruise Line's 2,186-passenger Pride of America. Based in Honolulu for the past 13 years, Pride of America is the only cruise ship that operates in the Hawaiian Islands year-round and the most-sailed vessel in the

Lonely Planet Picks the World's Most Amazing Train Rides

Lonely Planet’s new book "Amazing Train Journeys" (Oct. 16, 2018, $25.00) spotlights 60 of the world’s greatest, most memorable routes, as selected by its train-loving travel experts. From epic international routes to commuter lines to classic heritage railroad tracks, it takes readers through mountain peaks, scenic countryside and past

Consumer Trust in Review Sites Like TripAdvisor Falls by 25%

Trust in review sites such as TripAdvisor has fallen by a quarter in the past year, according to the travel association, ABTA. In its Holiday Habits 2018 report, ABTA’s research shows that only two in five (39 per cent) of prospective travellers “trust in review sites for information and inspiration”. That compares with just over half (53 per cent) in

Hurricane Michael Gains Strength, Takes Aim at North Florida

Hurricane Michael intensified into a Category 2 over warm Gulf of Mexico waters Tuesday amid fears it would strike Florida on Wednesday as an even stronger hurricane. Mandatory evacuations were issued as beach dwellers rushed to board up homes just ahead of what could be a devastating hit. A hurricane hunter plane that bounced into the

Brick or Treat: 7 Reasons to Go to Legoland's Halloween Party

October has arrived, along with everything ghosts, ghouls and pumpkin. Theme parks throughout Florida break out spooky and scary events for the season, including Brick or Treat at the theme park closest to South Florida: Legoland. Unlike some other Halloween events, Brick or Treat is not a specially ticketed event. All Legoland parkgoers can enjoy

This Twitter Account Will Tell You Everything You Can't Bring on an Airplane

By now, most of us know that any liquids we bring through security in a carry-on have to follow the TSA's 3-1-1 rule. But rules are murkier for items that are trickier to travel with—pies for Thanksgiving, say, or a live lobster. Luckily, getting an answer on what you can bring, when, is as easy as opening up Twitter and firing off a tweet to the TSA's

Mexico City for Beginners

Like a lot of Californians, I’ve made dozens of trips to Mexico over the decades — beach resorts in Baja, Maya ruins in the Yucatán, colonial towns in the interior. Yet I’d never made time to explore the capital’s top museums and landmarks, even though their global popularity has boomed in recent years. When I finally gave myself a good look

CRUISE FROM HELL: 300 Passengers QUARANTINED in CABINS After Gastroenteritis Outbreak

A DREAM Mediterranean cruise descended into a holiday from hell for hundreds of passengers after an outbreak of gastroenteritis swept through the ship and infected guests were quarantined in their cabins. Some 300 people aboard the AIDA Cruises vessel fell ill from the virus leaving the ship’s two doctors completely overwhelmed, Madrid-based

Why More Consolidation is on the Cards for Hotels

From mega-mergers to niche acquisitions, consolidation is recalibrating the balance of power in the hotel industry as established operators get bigger and smaller brands seek new ways to differentiate themselves. Today’s hotel operators are increasingly looking to diversify their offerings with a range of different concepts, for example serviced

Airbnb Activates Open Homes Program for Hurricane Michael

Airbnb activated its Open Homes Program to aid residents of the Panhandle and Northern Florida forced to evacuate from their homes in connection with Hurricane Michael, as well as relief workers arriving to provide assistance. In the event of major emergencies like Michael, Airbnb's Disaster Response and Relief Team activates its host communities

Northeast India - A Cultural Feast Like No Other

Northeast India is often ignored over other exciting Indian destinations, but often times we overlook the importance of this place. Made of seven states, known as the Seven Sister States, Northeast India does have the potential to come out on top as the most interesting destination of India. The reason is that even though northeast is an umbrella

Daily Activities of Bali People Offered as Tourist Attractions

Bali`s traditional village in Gianyar, Bedulu, began introducing the daily activities of its community as an attraction for foreign tourists. “We have developed the village concept for the empowerment of the community’s economy,” said the village head, I Ketut John, in Gianyar, Bali, Tuesday, October 9. Gianyar Regency Public Relations said that on

SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS VACATIONS® PUTS SOUTH AFRICA ON SALE WITH AN AIR-INCLUSIVE CAPE TOWN AND SAFARI PACKAGE STARTING AT $2,299* PER PERSON

Fort Lauderdale, FL (October 8, 2018) – South African Airways Vacations® (SAA Vacations®), the leisure division of South African Airways, has introduced a 6-night air-inclusive “South Africa on Sale” vacation package that offers travelers the opportunity to visit Cape Town and experience an African safari starting at just $2,299* per person with

Supernova 1604

On this day in 1604, observers in Northern Italy witnessed a supernova which occurred in the Milky Way, in the constellation Ophiuchus. Johannes Kepler, the famous astronomer and mathematician, named it after himself. Visible to the unaided observer of the night sky, it

Armenia's Ancient City on the Brink of Change

Though a small country of just three million people, Armenia made global waves last spring with its Velvet Revolution – a months-long peaceful protest movement that eventually resulted in the resignation of the long-standing prime minister Serzh Sargsyan

These Are the Most Wallet-Friendly Places to Travel for the Holidays

The holidays can be a stressful time, especially if you need to travel. My yearly trip back home is always a delicate balance of figuring out when I can reasonably leave SF but also still afford that plane ticket. Prices from San Francisco to North Carolina can range

Travel Company Defends Behavior of Men Accused of Turning Royal Caribbean Cruise Into a "Burlesque Show"

A representative for cruise line Royal Caribbean International has defended the behavior of the 1,300 Indian men who were accused of running amok on board a cruise and making other passengers’ lives a misery. Passengers on the Voyager of the Seas

Parties, Music, Energy: The Six Best New Cruises Designed For Millennials

Too young and active for cruising? Think again. Many cruises are now focusing on the huge, largely untapped market of younger travelers. Fun themes, ship re-design, party emphasis, sense of community, energetic activities, casual food options, cutting-edge entertainmen

This Is The Real Reason Bad Airline Service is Profitable

If you've always suspected bad airline service is the quickest flight path to profits, then here's your proof. A new study by the University of Nevada, Reno, finds there's no link between customer satisfaction and an airline's financial performance. That's right, an

Tropical Storm Michael: First Airline Waiver is Out

Travelers have another tropical system to keep tabs on this week. Tropical Storm Michael formed Sunday morning in the Caribbean Sea and is forecast to strengthen into a hurricane and move toward the U.S. Gulf Coast by midweek, the National Hurricane

Airbnb Faces Questions From UK Tax Authorities

Airbnb’s tax arrangements have come under scrutiny from UK authorities, intensifying pressure on the home-sharing app that has transformed the market for short-term holiday rentals since its launch in 2008. Airbnb, which has faced increasing criticism and legal

When Guests Want to Check In With Firearms, What Can Hotels Do?

On May 31, 2017, the police arrested a Pennsylvania doctor who had brought guns to a luxury hotel near the White House. What made the incident notable was the hotel’s name: Trump International. It is still not known what the doctor, Bryan D. Moles

How to Not Look Like a Tourist (Even If You Are One)

Karin Kemp thought she'd done everything she could to not look like a tourist in Belgium. She wore muted clothes, learned helpful phrases in French and Flemish, and did her best to blend in. Still, Americans would stop her on the street to ask for directions.

Going Solo Has Become the Hottest Travel Trend

Travelling has always been equated with breaking free but there is a new trend on the rise – travelling solo! It is not any gimmick cooked up by the travel companies to get more customers, but the truth is grounded in statistics. The baby boomer generation

UK’s Biggest Tour Operators Signal Support for Telegraph Travel’s Family Safety Campaign

Britain’s biggest and most influential tour operators have signalled their support for Telegraph Travel’s family safety campaign by agreeing to share their data with an independent charity, bringing an end to the dangerous lack of understanding of how

Seven Chef-Led Food Tours That Explore Cuisine and Culture at the Same Time

There are few better ways to learn about the culture of your destination than to explore its cuisine, and these new food tours, led by accomplished chefs, will help you embrace both. Food tourism is on the rise, prompting tour companies and cruise lines to cater to

The Great Chicago Fire

The Great Chicago Fire burned from Sunday night on October 8 to early October 10, 1871. Legend has it that the fire started in a shed owned by Catherine O'Leary. However, at least some part of the legend attributing the source to a cow kicking over a fire lantern in the

Believe It or Not, Airport Bathrooms Are Getting Better (and Cleaner)

As airlines continue to shrink the size of their in-flight bathrooms, to make room for more seats in economy, making them all but unusable for tall and overweight passengers, more fliers may increasingly be seeking comfort in places they once avoided at all costs: airport restrooms.

Photo Tour: The Legendary Villa d'Este on Italy's Lake Como

Like a fairy tale scene, the legendary Villa d’Este in Cernobbio, Italy, has commanded attention since it was transformed into a hotel in 1873 along the shores of Lake Como. It has hosted celebrities aplenty and diplomatic functions with great aplomb. Its loyal clientele of well-heeled travelers make the journey to this idyllic lakefront

A Look at Buenos Aires' Incredible Art Scene and the Best Ways to Explore It

Last month, Art Basel chose Buenos Aires as the host for its first Cities Week. Unsurprising, given the Argentine capital has the perfect arts storm: a diverse array of fine art galleries, museums and public installations; and it’s a place where Argentinian masters such as Antonio Berni can rub shoulders with a younger generation of contemporary

The French Town That Throws Wine In the Sea

Europe’s highest tides sneak up on tourists in St-Malo, France, lapping against medieval granite ramparts and onto salty pavements. But Malouins, as locals are called, embrace the raging tide with a graceful kinship. The Malouin community has always been tied to the ebb and flow of the sea. Founded on Brittany’s northern coast by Gauls in the

Tourists Flock to Swim With Sea Lions Near Peru's Capital

Foreign tourists are flocking to a group of rocky islands a few miles off the coast of Peru’s capital for a once-in-a-lifetime experience: a chance to swim with sea lions. The 39 rocky islands near Lima are home to an untold number of sea lions who bathe gracefully and feast on abundant fish that thrive in the cold-water Humboldt current.

SeaWorld is Building a New Thrill Water Slide and Selling $9.99 Monthly Annual Pass

A thrill water slide is coming to Aquatica in 2019, and SeaWorld Orlando is adding more festivals and cutting the price of its annual passes to as little as $9.99 a month for Florida residents. Dan Dipiazzo, senior leader of marketing, spoke to the Orlando Sentinel earlier this week about the company’s plans in advance of the official opening of its

Jenny Lake, the Breathtaking Centerpiece of Grand Teton National Park, Gets a Refresh

Twenty-one years ago, only two days after I moved to Wyoming, my mom and I got lost on the western shore of Jenny Lake. This should have been difficult to do as Jenny Lake was, and is, the most visited spot in Grand Teton National Park. Also, while the park manages the lake’s western shore as wilderness — meaning it doesn’t have

Airbnb Expands Services to Corner Profitable Business Travel Market

Airbnb doesn’t just want to help travelers find a cool place for vacation. One of the company’s latest initiatives is helping companies locate unique spots for their next offsite meeting. Last month, Airbnb announced new initiatives aimed at the corporate travel market: creating a marketplace of sites suitable for offsites and meetings, promoting

Major European Airline Wants Blockchain To Cut Out Middlemen

On Wednesday, October 3, one of the world's largest airlines, Air France-KLM, announced its partnership with Winding Tree, a "blockchain-powered decentralized travel ecosystem." Through this agreement, the airline aims to provide customers with "more advantageous travel offer[s]," such as a wide range of flight and hotel options, as well

Norway Will Make Airlines Use More Environmentally Friendly Fuel from 2020

Airlines operating in Norway must use more environmentally friendly jet fuel mixed with biofuel from 2020, according to an announcement by the Ministry of Climate and Environment on Thursday. As part of Norway's push to cut greenhouse gas emissions, the minority center-right government said the aviation fuel industry must mix 0.5 percent

How to Find the Right Antarctic Cruise for You

Antarctica ranks high among travel dreams these days. Actually going is another thing. Consider the price tag: Expedition cruises cost between $7,000 and $35,000. Then factor in the probability of stomach-churning days on the often-turbulent Drake Passage — or the high cost of flying over the Drake for the squeamish. Temperatures generally

Travel is One of the Reasons Being Single is So Expensive

Research carried out by the Good Housekeeping Institute found that “being single [in the UK] carries a price penalty of at least £2000 (US$2603) a year per individual”. The figure includes council tax, insurance, rent, utilities, subscriptions to Netflix, gym memberships and even little things like food delivery plans (which usually offer special

First Televised Presidential Address

On October 5, 1947, President Harry Truman made the first presidential address broadcast by television. In 1947, however, only a few thousand Americans had televisions. Therefore most Americans did not watch the event, but listened to it on radio. Truman's broadcast asked the American people to reduce the consumption of grain products so that more could be exported to Europe where years of war had devestated agricultural production.

New Zealand Tells Travelers: Cough Up Your Phone Passwords or Pay the Price

Next time you’re in New Zealand be prepared to hand over your phone password or cough up about $3,300. Under a new law, the Customs and Excise Act 2018, Kiwi officials will be able to demand that travelers unlock any electronic device at the border, so it can be searched. Refuse and those same officials could potentially confiscate your phone.

Cruise Ship Smackdown: Royal Caribbean's Symphony of the Seas vs. Disney Fantasy

Which cruise line has the best ship for families? Readers, we want to hear what you have to say! In this, the 11th installment of Cruise Ship Smackdown series, we're comparing the newest ships from the two lines perhaps best known for family vacations: Royal Caribbean and Disney Cruise Line. In the carousel above is our photo tour of Royal

These Are the World's Most Popular Destinations

The number of overnight visitors to top worldwide destinations had its highest growth since the global economic slowdown of 2009, according to the United Nations World Tourism Organization. When ranking the world’s top international destinations, the UNWTO considers both international tourist arrivals, or overnight visitors, and

Sputnik

On October 4th, 1957, the Soviet Union launched the first Earth-orbiting man-made satellite. Sputnik I was the first in a series of satellites in the Sputnik program. Caught off-guard by the speed with which the Soviets launched, Sputnik ignited a race in space within the context of the Cold War between the United States and the USSR. With Sputnik

Ditch the Beach: This is Why Mauritius is a Sustainable Travel Hotspot

As darkness falls, I lather on the natural insect repellent provided in my bathroom, zip up my tent and head to the outdoor guest lounge, mindful not to tread on tiny frogs illuminated by the solar lights. Grabbing a local Phoenix beer from the honesty bar and taking a seat around the fireplace, I get chatting to fellow guests while we wait for the

The 15 Best Destinations for December Sun

December is an alluring time to travel in search of much-needed warmth. There is something of an air of extravagance to the idea of being abroad for Christmas, shunning turkey bones and dirty plates for Santa hats on the beach – and with the school holidays also appearing as part of the equation, the thought of seeing your children swap sleet and 3pm darkness for paddling

5 Sticking Points in New Orleans' Debate Over Short-Term Rental Rule Changes

The City Planning Commission will pick up Wednesday afternoon (Oct. 3) where it left off eight days ago -- more than five hours deep into a public hearing about New Orleans' short-term rental regulations. The city planning staff has produced a study recommending changes to the rules

Aretha Franklin Exhibit Debuts With Eye Toward Her Legacy

The Detroit museum that hosted Aretha Franklin 's public visitations after her death is again holding space for her — this time with an exhibit featuring photographs, videos and the red shoes she wore at the first funeral viewing that drew global attention. Billed as a "tribute to the

Cruise Lines Don't Return Fares Easily: Here's a Look at Passenger Refunds in 2018

Cruise lines don’t return fares easily. Miami-based Royal Caribbean’s decision to refund customers inconvenienced by wild partying on the Voyager of the Seas in September was one of just a handful of times cruise lines have offered full or partial refunds for cruise problems in

Parents Forget 5-Year-Old at German Airport After Holiday

A COUPLE left their five-year-old daughter behind at the airport after returning from a holiday, German police say. Reutlingen police said officers spotted the child wandering aimlessly and alone around the terminal at nearby Stuttgart Airport late Monday. The girl was taken to the

These Are the Most Eco-friendly Airlines Flying to Europe

For travelers committed to protecting the environment, your choice of airlines, planes and seats can make a big difference. A new report by the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) has ranked 20 major airlines flying between the U.S. and Europe by their carbon footprint

Air Travelers Should Want Airline Contractors to Be Paid Well and Unionized

More than one in every three U.S. airport workers is paid less than $15 an hour, and most of these workers qualify for public assistance to cover basic necessities like food. Meanwhile, our labor helped the top six U.S. carriers bring in $13.2 billion in profits last year. On top of that

A Luxury Hotel Company With Hotels in Classic Hotspots is Taking a Chance On an Unexpected New Destination

A luxury hotel company that operates hotels in California — and soon New York City — is betting on a location that usually brings to mind ruggedness rather than luxury: Montana. Montage International, with private equity firm CrossHarbor Capital Partners LLC, started construction

Where Should You Travel to In October? Here Are Some Ideas.

Autumn is here, and so is shoulder season. Traveling has gotten more affordable. The weather is much more pleasing across the USA and across the pond. Here are a few ideas of places to travel to in October in the USA and abroad.

The Best European Museum Exhibits This Fall

After the summer crowds and heat are gone, autumn is a pleasant time make a trip to Europe and a great time to see special museum exhibits. This year marks a few important anniversaries, including 100 years since the death of Switzerland’s Ferdinand Hodler, 500 years since Tintoretto’s birth, and 250 years since the founding of London’s Royal Academy of Arts

Visit the Albanian Riviera for Breakfast Shots, Seafood Platters and Plenty of Local Wine

The Albanian Riviera. One of Europe’s best-kept secrets – unless you’re Italian, in which case you’ve probably been enjoying the azure waters and cheap-as-chips seafood for years. For everyone else though, it's relatively unknown. In part that’s because Albania’s only international airport is 290 km away in Tirana. From there, it’s a five-hour drive

Red Tide Confirmed Off Palm Beach In Rare Outbreak for Florida's East Coast

Florida officials confirmed a rare red tide on the state’s Atlantic coast on Monday after beach goers began complaining about coughing and itchy throats along Palm Beach County over the weekend. While not as high as amounts detected on the Gulf Coast, where a ferocious red tide that appeared last fall has littered beaches with dead sea life

Delta Air Lines Partners With Startup to Improve Pet Travel

Delta is partnering with a pet travel pod startup, as it changes its prices and policy for transporting passengers’ animal companions, the airline announced Tuesday. Delta Air Lines Inc. struck a long-term partnership with CarePod, saying the Singapore-based startup will help it carry and monitor pets better and give real-time updates to customers

Kilts, Castles and Loch Ness Monsters: Cruising Scotland’s Northern Isle

It’s eight o’clock on a fine, late-summer morning. Hundreds of travellers from luxury cruise ship Koningsdam, docked overnight off Invergordon in northeast Scotland, wait impatiently to go ashore – to enjoy the music, the magic and the myths of the Highlands. They stream ashore, climbing on to a fleet of waiting tour buses; Americans, Canadians

Cruise Operators Forced to Make Refunds After 1300-Strong 'Buck's Party' Onboard

Women in Playboy bunny outfits; burlesque dancers; hundreds of men on a big bender. This may sound like a typical weekend in the likes of Las Vegas, but it's not. It all took place on an Australian cruise from Sydney last month. Passengers onboard the Voyager of the Seas have been describing their nightmare experience on the sailing

A Cruise Ship For The Homeless? Portland May Consider It

A Portland nonprofit is proposing that the city buy a used cruise ship to serve as a homeless shelter. The Portland Press Herald reports that MemoryWorks director Kenneth Capron is holding a meeting at city hall Tuesday. He reportedly envisions a cruise ship on Portland’s waterfront acting as a homeless shelter and as an option for affordable

Dubrovnik to Tackle Overtourism By Capping Number of Cruise Ships Allowed to Dock

Dubrovnik is capping the number of cruise ships that can dock each day to two, carrying a maximum of 5,000 passengers between them. The measures will be introduced in 2019 in a bid to reduce the impact of overtourism on Croatia’s walled city, made famous by its appearances on Game of Thrones. “The contracts with the cruise

An Airline Going Out of Business Thanks Customers for Their Loyalty, But Leaves Them Stranded

Nordic budget airline Primera Air left thousands of passengers stranded on Monday when the carrier abruptly announced an end to its operations. “With a great regret, we must inform you that Primera Air will cease all operations on midnight of October 1, 2018, and enter administration process, after 14 years of operations,”

Oscar Wilde’s Former London Pied-à-terre Is Becoming a Hotel

Oscar Wilde once wrote that one should either be a work of art or wear one. Soon you’ll be able to stay in one. After four years and $48 million in renovations, the writer’s former London pied-a-terre will reopen in December as the Belmond Cadogan Hotel. The Cadogan Hotel was an important location in Wilde’s life. After losing a libel case

New ‘Airbnb Tax’ May Affect Shore Rentals

Vicki Allison's family has owned a home in Cape May for nearly 90 years. Her grandparents bought the house on Beach Avenue in 1935 and used the property to entertain business clients. Now, she and her sister maintain it — and they rent it out to afford the expenses that come with the second home. This summer, however, the New Jersey

Edgar Allan Poe

On October 3, 1847, the great American poet, critic and novelist Edgar Allan Poe was found delirious on the streets of Baltimore, Maryland. It was election day and he was dressed oddly in another person's clothing. He died four days later at Washington College Hospital

The 52 Places Traveler: Two Versions of the Slow Life in Central and Southern Italy

“You know the word decumano?” asked Armando Comi, a friend of a friend I had just met at a small bistro near his apartment in Bologna’s medieval city center. In an ancient Roman city like this one, he explained as we downed Campari and sodas, a decumano (Decumanus Maximus in Latin) was the most important street, where all business took place. In the daytime, at least.

USA TODAY Picks: The 10 Most Spectacular Cruise Ship Suites

One of the biggest stories in the cruise world in recent years has been the arrival of a new generation of unprecedented, over-the-top suites on ships: Big, bold and beautiful cabins that can cost tens of thousands of dollars per voyage. Just how over-the-top are they? Scroll through the carousel above to see for yourself. We've assembled our picks of the 10 most spectacular suites at sea.

This is What It's like to Be a Scare Actor at a Halloween Horror Night at Universal Orlando

“Fangs or no fangs?” ponders Nix, the make-up artist who’s just fitted my prosthetic, bulging brow. I’m backstage at Universal Orlando, one hour into a fake blood-splattered make-up session that will transform me into a vampire. I’m here because I’ve been given special permission, for one night only, to take on the role of the park’s terrifying scare actors

Paris of the East? Athens of the North? The Cities With Ideas Above Their Station

Not every destination can be a Venice, Paris or Rome. The next best thing? Add a suffix that describes your global location and hope it takes off. Here we look at some of the most ambitious - and ludicrous - alternatives to the greatest cities in Europe.

How to Improve Your Travel Literacy

Now that vacation season is over, it’s time to start thinking about ways to improve your travel literacy — loosely defined as your ability to get around without looking like a clueless tourist — before your next trip. “Travelers want to arm themselves with the skills to keep themselves safe in unknown destinations,” says Hailey Benton of Global Travel Academy, a site that

How to Get the Best Out of Cruising: Top Tips From a Cruise Expert

Here’s what I’ve learnt after more than 400 days on the world’s oceans and rivers on huge, medium and small boutique ships, from mainstream to ultra-luxe. Book early for discounts – cruise lines love having cabins booked and paid for a year in advance. Or book late for last-minute deals to fill empty spaces. Check for packages which include airfares, a hotel night

Nordic Budget Airline Primera Air Has Collapsed - Another Blow for the Struggling Sector

Nordic budget airline Primera Air has become the latest European carrier to go bust, saying all flights were being halted and stranding thousands of passengers. "On this sad day we are saying goodbye to all of you," the airline wrote in a note on its website dated September 30. Here's the message

Years After Airline Mergers, Flight Attendants Are Finally Flying Together

Some mergers take years to complete. Just ask a flight attendant. Travelers may not have noticed but in the eight years since United and Continental merged to form United Continental Holdings, the parent company of United Airlines, flight attendants from both carriers had been working separately. After a new contract, and scheduling system changes, the some

Rooms With New Views: Hotels Try Their Hand in Home-sharing

Travelers sometimes want a cookie-cutter room in a downtown hotel, and they sometimes want a cozy Tuscan farmhouse to share with friends. Hotels have always been good at providing the first one. Now, they're trying to figure out how to provide the second — and blunt the growth of competitors like Airbnb. But they're having mixed success.

Airbnb Says D.C. Bill Would Restrict It More Than Anywhere Except New York and San Francisco

Airbnb lashed out at a proposed bill to curtail short-term D.C. rentals Monday, saying it would cost property owners tens of millions of dollars in lost income and give Washington the most restrictive legislation of any major U.S. city except New York and San Francisco. Council member Charles Allen (D-Ward 6), whose Capitol Hill district includes large numbers of Airbnb

How to Budget for Your Dream Vacation

Your two podcast hosts aren't exactly prime candidates for financial inspiration. We put everything on our credit cards (which aren't Chase Sapphire Reserve), don't do a very good job of budgeting (those souvenirs were just too good to be left behind), and somehow manage to have enough left over for New York City rent (the money fairies are looking out for us

Why Santorini Urgently Needs a Sustainable Tourism Plan

Europe is the undisputed travel ‘destination of choice’ in the world. Almost half of all global travel is destined for Europe and a number of its countries have the highest number of annual visitors in the world. All indicators show that this trend is only going to increase and in some cases at alarming rates. Europe is like a living museum and its many historic and culturally

Peanuts

On October 2, 1950 seven newspapers, including the Seattle Times, the Washington Post and the Chicago Tribune ran the very first Peanuts comic strip written and illustrated by Charles M. Schulz. The strip and its associated books, merchandise and television specials earned its creator

It's Not Just Baggage Fees: A Major Airline Just Raised Its Alcohol Prices

American Airlines passengers will pay more for alcohol on flights, starting today. As of Monday, October 1, American has raised the price of beer, wine, and spirits by $1 each on domestic flights. Here is American’s new alcohol pricing for most passengers

With Arrival of Norwegian Bliss, Los Angeles Gets Its Biggest Cruise Ship Ever

Los Angeles soon will be home to one of the world's biggest cruise ships. Norwegian Cruise Line's 5-month-old Norwegian Bliss on Friday will begin sailing out of the city after an initial summer based in Seattle. The 4,004-passenger vessel will operate a series of seven- and eight-night voyages from Los Angeles to the Mexican Riviera

10 Can't-Miss Things to Do in Hawaii

Writer Paul Theroux famously said that Hawaii is not a state of mind but a state of grace. I’m inclined to agree. From its natural wonders immense in size to its sheer breadth of things to do, there’s a reason that the Aloha State is often the trip of a lifetime, a destination that tops bucket lists and inspires exhaustive research. I’ve done some of the

The Woman Who Ticked: 'I am a terrorist'

The online application asked if she was seeking to or had ever engaged in terrorist activities or genocide. Mandie, from Falkirk, mistakenly answered "yes". The 29-year-old, who was diagnosed with terminal breast cancer in 2015, only realised her error when her application was rejected. It meant she had to postpone a dream break to New York

Get Up Close to Nature With These 10 Spectacular Animal Experiences

From witnessing a cheetah kill on the vast Serengeti plains, to catching stags rutting in the Scottish Highlands, encounters with animals can be some of the most rewarding experiences around. In honour of World Animal Day (4 October), here are some of the most spectacular ways to see wildlife, from traditional safaris to off-the-beaten-track expeditions

Osaka: Why You Should Take Advantage of New British Airways Flights

For some Japanese, the essential difference between Tokyo and Osaka can be summed up in a single fact: residents in the capital stand on the left hand side while travelling on escalators - but Osakans prefer the right. Escalator etiquette may sound like an unlikely (and slightly surreal) cultural indicator, yet it is one example among many that reflects

Airplane Makes Miracle Water Landing After Missing Runway in Micronesia

The Air Niugini flight was carrying 47 passengers when it landed short of a runway and plunged into a lagoon on Friday. A swarm of boats soon surrounded the plane, rescuing everyone aboard.

SeaWorld’s Newest Thrill Ride Infinity Falls Gets an Opening Date —Finally

Attention, fun seekers: Start planning your trip to Orlando. Like now. Because the highly anticipated Infinity Falls ride at SeaWorld will open to the public on Oct. 4 at noon, the theme park announced on Friday. The rafting adventure is intended to simulate whitewater rafting through a rain forest, complete with 40-foot plunge over a waterfall

More Cruise Options Coming to the Great Lakes

A view of the bay soon will feature more floating steel. One passenger vessel, the MS Hamburg, already stops here twice a year, and is scheduled to anchor in Traverse City this fall today and Oct. 15, from 2-7 p.m. Another cruise ship, still under construction, in 2020 will begin stopping in Traverse City twice a year. Those short visits offer local

The Future of Hotels? Extended-Stay

Hoteliers are increasingly playing the long game. The number of extended-stay luxury hotel rooms are on the rise–increasing 34 percent over the past five years–and occupancy rates are coming back higher than typical rooms at an encouraging 77 percent, according to the Wall Street Journal. Though guests pay a premium for their hotel

Why This "Apart-Hotel" Startup Is Betting $50 Million On Group Travel

They say good things come in groups of traveling millennials. Domio, the vacation rental company, announced last week a $50 million joint venture with private equity firm Upper90 to open a new line of apartment-hotel hybrids, or “apart-hotels.” Domio aims to be the “Airbnb of group travel” by renting out curated vacation apartments to group

Being Single Costs £2,049 a Year and Travel is the Main Reason – This Needs to Change

Being single, it seems, is the most indulgent of 21st-century luxuries, a position of envy, privilege… and expense. Earlier this year Good Housekeeping magazine crunched the numbers and put the cost of being single at an additional £2,049 per year, totting up charges including council tax, insurance, holidays and memberships of anything

Disney World Opens

Walt Disney World Resort opened on this date near Orlando, Florida in 1971. As the largest recreational resort in the world, Walt Disney World Resort now consists of four theme parks, two waterparks and 23 hotels. Walt Disney began looking for an appropriate location as early as 1959

‘TRIP of a Lifetime’ October Promotion Gives Potential New Agents Jump Start to Join Growing Industry

FRAMINGHAM, MA, September 28, 2018 – The Travel Institute today announces its TRIP of a Lifetime October promotion for new travel agents, offering substantial tuition assistance savings of nearly 40 percent on its TRIPKit introductory training course bundle. The October promotion also includes additional content further focused on new agent learning and distributed via a dedicated webpage, webinars, and other targeted communications, along with advertising to attract potential new agents and educate the general public.

It's Hip to Be Cheap as Hotels Democratize Design

If you haven’t visited a college campus, secondhand store or seen “Crazy Rich Asians,” in which one of the central characters possesses a Jamba Juice freebie card, you may not have heard: Thrift is cool. In hospitality, that spirit has worked its way from Airbnb mania to spinoff hotel brands and independent properties that promise the travel

D.C. Council to Vote Tuesday on Barring Residents From Renting Out Second Homes on AirBnB

The District would bar property owners from using AirBnB or similar companies to rent out second homes under a revised bill to go before the D.C. Council on Tuesday, D.C. Council Chairman Phil Mendelson said Thursday. The long-awaited new version of the legislation also would limit rentals of a primary residence when the owner is away to just 90 days

Disney Cruise Line Unveils Cruises, Destinations in 2020: Hawaii, New Orleans, Caribbean

Disney and the bayou! On Thursday, Disney Cruise Line announced new cruises setting sail during early 2020. In early 2020, Disney Cruise Line will establish a new home port in New Orleans. The cruise line also announced a highly anticipated return to the Hawaiian Islands; cruises out of Puerto Rico; and popular itineraries to tropical

Ten Proactive Solutions to Making Cruising Welcome

Making cruise ships and their guests welcome and trying to find the balance between the economic impact from cruise tourism and sustainability in port-cites and destinations was the subject of a lively discussion at the recent Seatrade Cruise Med in Lisbon. Moderator Luis de Carvalho, ceo, Bermello Ajamil & Partners Europe, kickstarted a three way

The Norman Invasion

For eight months, the Duke of Normandy's ships were prevented from sailing to England because of unfavorable winds. King Harold of England amassed his army early, but the long wait for the Duke of Normandy's army took its toll. The harvest season meant many of his soldiers

House Passes Bill to Require Minimum Standards for Airplane Seat Size, Legroom

DU.S. House lawmakers passed legislation late Wednesday that would give federal regulators the authority to set minimum standards for seat size and leg room on flights. Tucked inside a 2,000-page funding bill is a provision that gives the Federal Aviation Administration a year to establish minimum pitch, width and length on airplane seats to

Mom Slams Airline After Male Flight Attendant Told Her to Stop Breastfeeding Her Baby

A distraught mom has slammed an airline, saying she was told to stop breastfeeding during a flight. Kelly Edgson-Payne, 36, was feeding 1-year-old son Lex onboard an EasyJet plane to Spain from London’s Gatwick Airport in August when she was left in tears by a flight attendant, Fox News reports. Traveling with her husband and four

Google Makes It Easier to Keep Track of Travel Research

Google is introducing new features to its Trips tool that will make it easier for you to keep track of your travel plans. When you're putting a trip together, you might end up juggling a lot of information like flights that you're keeping an eye on, hotel options and restaurants or sites you're interested in visiting. Beginning in October, Your Trips will help

This Is the Most Visited City in the World

A record number of Americans are traveling abroad. That’s wonderful news when you consider just two decades ago only 20 percent of Americans possessed a passport. Yes, we are all collecting those tiny little passport stamps left and right, but where exactly are international travelers going? According to Mastercard’s 2018 Global Destination Cities

In Pods We Trust: Japan On a Budget

The Japan Rail Pass is cost-effective for a week or more of long-distance travels, but if you’re visiting only a couple of cities, investigate the country’s low-cost airlines: they offer extremely competitive fares. Major domestic carriers such as ANA also have discount tickets for overseas visitors. Long-distance buses can be up to half the price of the equivalent route

The Best Cameras for Travel, According to the Pros

Thanks to our phones, everyone is an amateur travel photographer these days. And while that's not a bad thing (anything that encourages people to be more adventurous gets a Traveler thumbs up) there's always room for improvement—and a new camera, of course. We tapped the pros, like former Obama White House photographer Pete

Ambitious Game of Thrones Tourist Attraction Proposals Unveiled

HBO, the US television network behind Game of Thrones, has unveiled ambitious proposals to celebrate the show’s legacy by converting some of the film locations used across Northern Ireland into tourist attractions. Also in prospect is the creation of a studio tour and visitors experience at Linen Mill Studios in Banbridge, enhanced by state-of-the-art digital content

11 of the World's Scariest Travel Destinations Where People Go for Fun. Really.

Every year as Halloween approaches, people seek out choreographed thrills that frighten them in harmless ways, the dangers perceived rather than actual. Yet there are places around the world where scares come without benefit of costumed characters wielding plastic chainsaws. Edge along narrow planks suspended high on a mountain cliff, putting your trust into the bolts embedded in the sheer stone face.

The Movie-Themed TCM Classic Cruise Will Return After a Three-Year Hiatus

The movie-themed TCM Classic Cruise is making a comeback. Turner Classic Movies this week announced it would bring back the concept in late 2019 after a three-year hiatus. The network said its first movie-themed cruise since 2016 would kick off on Oct. 22, 2019

Disney Cruise Line to Unveil New Cruises in 2020

Here are some quick hits about Disney's ties to the Space Coast: Disney's two largest ships — the 4,000-passenger Dream and Fantasy — currently are based at Port Canaveral year-round. In recent years, one of its smaller ships — either the 2,700-passenger Magic or Wonder

Man Arrested After Running Out of Dublin Airport Terminal and Towards Plane

GARDAI have confirmed that the man, aged in his 20s will appear before the Criminal Courts of Justice at 10.30am. It comes after Airport Police were forced to arrest him after he broke out onto the tarmac and ran towards the Ryanair plane while shouting at the pilot to stop.

Best Western Launches Two New Hotel Brands

At the Lodging Conference in Phoenix, Best Western Hotels & Resorts announced a pair of new boutique brands: Sadie Hotel and Aiden Hotel. Sadie Hotel will fit in the upscale segment while Aiden Hotel will compete in the upper-midscale segment

Airbnb Activates Open Homes Program for Wildfires in Utah

Airbnb has activated its Open Homes Program to aid residents forced to evacuate from their homes in connection with the forest fires throughout Utah, as well as relief workers arriving to provide assistance. Airbnb hosts in Utah and Sanpete counties are eligible

Airline Carry-on Luggage Size Restrictions: What You Need to Know

The vacation countdown is almost over, and it’s time to get packing. Before you print that boarding pass and set your out-of-office message, though, it’s important to conduct a bit of research to avoid any hiccups at the gate — especially with your cargo

Five Places to Go in San José, Costa Rica

In the last few years, the urban core of San José has undergone a revival. For decades, the city center has felt a bit abandoned and sometimes seedy as well-heeled locals gravitated toward modern suburbs like Escazú and Santa Ana, home to American-style malls and restaurant chains. But lately, expatriates and Costa Ricans have returned

36 Hours in Montreal

Its cobblestone streets and French architecture make Old Montreal, the original settlement on the St. Lawrence Seaway, compelling. But the second largest city in Canada, now 376 years old, also has much to offer in its surrounding neighborhoods. From the new restaurants of Gay Village to the annually updated murals of the Plateau

10 Can't-Miss Things to Do in Hawaii

Writer Paul Theroux famously said that Hawaii is not a state of mind but a state of grace. I’m inclined to agree. From its natural wonders immense in size to its sheer breadth of things to do, there’s a reason that the Aloha State is often the trip of a lifetime, a destination that tops bucket lists and inspires exhaustive research. I’ve done some of

This is Ireland’s Most Mystical, Celtic, Rugged Region — Plus the Towns Are Cute

When someone asks me about visiting Ireland, I tell them not to miss the southwest coast. This is the place to experience the wonders of the Gaelic language and old Irish civilization, as well as the country’s contemporary charms. It’s the most mystical, Celtic, spiritual, and rugged region of Ireland — and the towns along the way are just

The First Model T

On this day in 1908, the first production Model T automobile left the factory at the Piquette Plant in Detroit, Michigan. Henry Ford's vision for an automobile for the masses was realized. Mass produced with completely interchangeable parts on assembly lines

Celestyal Cruises Appoints Stewart Williams Regional Manager, APAC

Celestyal Cruises (“Celestyal”), the main home-porting cruise operator in Greece and the preeminent cruise line serving the Greek Islands and the Eastern Mediterranean, today announced the appointment of Stewart Williams as Regional Manager, APAC, effective 10 September 2018. Mr. Williams will report to Marios Polydorou, Director, Sales and Travel Services.

The $29,000 Secret That Makes This Greek Hotel So Instagrammable

On a recent trip to Santorini I was sipping a glass of rosé at Katikies, a swanky boutique hotel, when I glanced down and noticed that my sandal had created an unsightly scuff mark on the pristine white terrace. It seemed like the perfect opportunity to ask my waiter a question I’d been pondering all afternoon. “How often do you paint this place? Is it done once a season, or…?”

Best Places to Retire in the Caribbean

More often reserved for vacations than retirement, many Caribbean territories roll out the red carpet for baby boomers ready to rev up their next big adventure. Beyond the perks of warm weather and a closet without winter coats, the islands welcome those exiting the fast track with a laid-back lifestyle, tax incentives, affordable health care

September Route Roundup: Where Airlines Are Adding (or Cutting) Service

Airlines constantly tweak their schedules, trying to find profitable new routes or pulling the plug on ones that have underperformed. Airports and communities court these new services. There are dozens of changes to airline routes each month. Here's a look at some of the most interesting

A Complete Guide to the Northern Lights

They are one of nature’s most jaw-dropping sights – a spectacular celestial dance across Arctic skies that features on most, if not all, travellers’ bucket lists. But what exactly are the ethereal aurora borealis, and what’s the best way to spot them? As light-hunting season begins, the Royal Astronomical Society’s Ian Ridpath explains everything you need

Silversea Cruise to the Galapagos Islands: Like Nowhere Else on Earth

The vertical wall of Kicker Rock feels close enough to reach out and touch. Ecuadoreans call this eroded volcano towering 140m out of the Pacific Ocean, Leon Dormido or Lion Sleeping. But unlike four of the island group’s 12 volcanos which have erupted during the past decade, Kicker Rock is dormant. Fast asleep. From the top deck

How to Bring Your Drink Through Airport Security

You've been there, right? Ready to breeze through that airport security line, only to remember that bottle of water you stashed in your carry-on to help you get hydrated, pre-flight, but somehow still haven't touched. It gets dumped—along with the dream of not having to pay $8 for a beverage past security. But good news: There's actually a way to bring your water

Carnival Cruise Line Hikes Prices at Steakhouse Restaurants Across Fleet

It'll cost you more this fall to dine in one of the steakhouses on Carnival Cruise Line's 26 ships. The Miami-based line in recent days has hiked the flat fee it charges for its steakhouse restaurants by nearly 9%. Adult passengers now pay $38 per person at Carnival steakhouses, up from $35. The child rate (for children 11 and under) is now $12, up from $10.

5 Ways for Adults to Have Fun on a Disney Cruise

The Disney Cruise Line is known for its world-class entertainment and family-friendly atmosphere, but their ships are also a blast for adults. With so many adults-only activities onboard, cruising with Disney has become one of my favorite ways to travel. Each of Disney's four ships has lounges, bars, pools, activities, and experiences that make

Entire Swiss Village to Become a Hotel

The tiny mountain village of Corippo, arranged higgledy-piggledy on the green slopes of southern Switzerland's Verzasca valley, looks like something out of a fairytale. But here, in what is Switzerland's smallest municipality, the citizens are facing a harsh reality. What was once a thriving farming community of around 300 people has dwindled

Delta, JetBlue Accused of Getting "Kickbacks" for Selling Travel Insurance

Delta and JetBlue, two of the largest U.S. carriers, are facing separate class actions that accuse them of failing to disclose to consumers that they receive payments from sales of travel cancellation insurance promoted on their websites. According to the nearly identical lawsuits, which were both filed earlier this month by Florida law firm Leon Cosgrove

Shh! Introverts Share Travel Survival Secrets

Travel can be busy, noisy and crowded — a potentially daunting environment for anyone. But if you’re an introvert, it can drain your internal battery. Studies and experts suggest this personality type processes social stimuli differently from extroverts, who don’t mind frequent interaction. Introverts gain energy by reflecting and expend energy when

Don't You Dare Light Up at Las Vegas' New Cannabis Museum

Inhale — we mean through your nose — in the new marijuana museum in Las Vegas. You won’t smell a thing, even though recreational pot is legal in Nevada. Signs in the elevators at Neonopolis, the downtown entertainment, dining and retail center that’s home to the “immersive” Cannabition museum, make it clear that consumption in public is still against the law.

Launch of the RMS Queen Mary

From 1934 to 1967, the RMS Queen Mary sailed the North Atlantic Ocean for the Cunard Line. The ship was named for King George V's queen consort. The Queen Mary and her sister ship, the RMS Queen Elizabeth, were pressed into service during World War II

Is This Seat Taken? And Will You Marry Me?

You never know where you will find love. Even on a crowded airplane or a cruise ship. Here are four stories of love found while in transit. It was March 2015, when Amanda Sidman, 32, and Max Mancuso, 30, met on Delta Flight 401. They were both heading back from Austin to New York after bachelor and bachelorette parties. After a serendipitous

Cruise Ship Tours: Inside Holland America Line's Zaandam

Thinking about a cruise with Holland America? Our latest Cruise Ship Tour, in the carousel above, offers a deck-by-deck look at one of the most intimate of the line's 14 vessels, the 61,396-ton Zaandam. As can be seen in the tour, the 18-year-old, 1,432-passenger ship is chock full of cozy spaces such as the top-of-the-ship Crow's Nest Lounge

Sofia, Bulgaria: Europe's Ultimate Bargain Destination

For tourists traveling on a tight budget, many European destinations are quite pricey. A hotel room and a decent meal in London, Paris or Rome can cost the proverbial arm and a leg. But not so in Sofia. Two-star hotels close to the city center offer rooms for 60 Bulgarian lev (about $40) a night. Wining and dining in Bulgaria’s capital is also affordable

Ryanair Passenger Escorted Off Plane by Police Over Leg Room Row

A Ryanair passenger who was denied the extra legroom seat he’d paid a £20 fee to book was escorted off his flight by police after refusing to pay his bar bill. Bob Hamilton, 64, asked cabin crew to waive his £17 drinks tab to make up for the fact that he was not able to sit in his assigned seat. The 6ft 2in retired oil broker from Peterborough told The Daily Mail

Why Sicily is Europe's Greatest Island for a Family Holiday (and Now is the Time to Go)

What a summer it was. And now that the school year has cranked up again, it’s almost refreshing to think that temperatures will drop a bit, look forward to that glorious autumn palette and see if the moths have had the grace to leave you anything of your favourite scarf. But it is much harder to look forward to the darkness and grey skies.

Disney Magic to Host TCM Classic Cruise

Calling all fans of Turner Classic Movies. The channel for vintage movies will marks its 25th anniversary by bringing back the TCM Classic Cruise. The event will unfold for five nights on the Disney Magic next year. TCM billed it as “the majestic Disney Magic.” The cruise starts in New York and goes to Bermuda. Pre-sale registration starts Monday

What the New FAA Bill Means for Your Legroom on Planes

Air travelers, rejoice? After three years of toil, Congress has produced a massive Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) authorization bill, a 1,200-page doorstopper that—at least on a few pages—addresses passengers’ biggest pet peeves: tight coach seating, annoying airline fees, and transparency in pricing. Consumers won't get everything they

You Can Now Stay at 22 Rue de Berri, Elsa Schiaparelli's Legendary Parisian Address

Fate, Elsa Schiaparelli believed, led her to 22 Rue de Berri in Paris’s 8th arrondissement. She was distantly related to the home’s previous owner, Princess Mathilde Bonaparte (niece of Napoleon), and two plus two equals four, her lucky number. So the deeply superstitious designer bought it on the spot—and transformed it into a creative clubhouse

The Best U.S. Cities to Visit This Fall for Foliage, Food, and Fun

There’s a lot that goes into making the perfect fall destination. Not only does it need fantastic displays of leaves (in all colors: red, orange and yellow), there needs to be a thriving apres-leaf scene. A glass of local wine, apple cider, a roaring fireplace and a good meal round out the perfect autumn day. This year, to help you whittle down your

Toronto - 10 Ways to Love it Like a Local

The secret to feeling like an insider in Toronto is simple: Make a friend. Surprising, in this city that’s the fourth largest in North America, it’s not a hard thing to do. Whether you’re touring an iconic spot, holding a map on a street corner, or sitting in a local coffee shop, Torontonians will happily answer your questions or pull up a chair and suggest

Airbnb Hopes to Give Hosts a Stake in the Company

If Airbnb has its way, hosting travelers won't just get you some spending money -- it'll get you a stake in the company's future. Axios has discovered that Airbnb sent a letter to the SEC asking for the regulator to permit offering equity to hosts. Airbnb primarily supported changes to Securities Act Rule 701 that would allow offering shares to gig

Travel Secrets Only Flight Attendants Know

While most of us are being mindful of Mother Earth these days and trying to reduce our waste, Southwest Airlines flight attendant Holly Hansen told Women’s Health that bottled water is best when flying for one very hygienic reason. “Drink bottled water to be safe,” she said. “The storage tanks for the jet’s tap water are difficult to thoroughly

Sandra Day O'Connor Appointed to Supreme Court

President Ronald Reagan on this date in 1981 appointed Sandra Day O'Connor to the United States Supreme Court, the first woman to hold the position. A judge from Arizona, O'Connor was notable for her moderate political views and votes from the bench. She retired on January 31, 2006, replaced by Samuel Alito. She is now the Chancellor of the College of William and Mary in Virginia.

Travel: The Love Issue

Four stories on the intersection of relationship and place: love from afar in Wales, memory and loss in France, sibling connection in Cuba and a babymoon in Berlin.

From Bobbi Brown, a Boutique Hotel in New Jersey

The cosmetics entrepreneur and her husband have opened The George in suburban Montclair. The hotel is modern (though the building dates to 1902), friendly and fun.

Photo tour: Hawaii's beautiful waterfalls

Check out one of these popular waterfalls on your next Hawaiian vacation.

Will American Airlines bar customers from changing a ticket?

American threatens to prohibit flyers from making changes to nonrefundable tickets if Congress cracks down on what critics call unreasonable airline fees.

A U.S. traveler’s urge to see Norway is all in his genes

So when I saw a sale on tickets to Oslo last fall, I booked a 10-day stay. It seemed like a fun twist on a regular vacation, although I wasn’t sure whether we would be able to connect with anyone in my extended family

What is ‘green travel,’ anyway?

Eco-friendly travel practices can lift the remorse and lighten the blemish on Mother Earth.

Congress takes aim at shrinking seats, legroom on airplanes

The Federal Aviation Administration would be required to set new minimum requirements for seats on airplanes under legislation to be considered in the House this week.

A complete guide to the Northern Lights

They are one of nature's most jaw-dropping sights - a spectacular celestial dance across Arctic skies that features on most, if not all, travellers' bucket lists

Carnival Cruise Ship Arrives in New Homeport of Galveston

Carnival Cruise Line continues to move cruise ships to new homeports as Carnival Vista arrived in her new homeport of Galveston, Texas this morning.

Going on a cruise holiday has this unusual health benefit

CRUISES are enjoyable for all sorts of reasons, from travelling to numerous places on one trip to meeting new friends. But research has also shown that going on a cruise can actually be good for your health.

China Is Opening the 'World's First Underground Hotel'

Some of the world's most impressive hotel room views will be underground, starting in October.

Are 'luxpeditions' the new glamping?

Are "luxpeditions" the new glamping? There's a rising interest amongst the wealthy in rugged adventure experiences that come with hot showers and Michelin-starred cuisine.

How travel agencies avoided extinction and became a luxury service

or those of us who grew up with Expedia, Kayak, Booking.com, and Hopper, the travel agency seems an anachronism — But, surprisingly enough, the travel advising industry is thriving

Windstar Cruises’ Jess Peterson Named to Cruise Industry’s ‘20 under 40’ List

A global search for cruising’s top “20 under 40” came to a conclusion earlier this week, as the winners of the Seatrade Cruise News competition were announced at Seatrade Cruise Med in Lisbon, including Windstar Cruises’ Director of Itinerary and Revenue Planning Jess Peterson

The First National Monument

The 1859 Yellowstone Expedition first reported the find of an amazing rock formation, know by local Native Americans as the "Bear's Lodge". On September 24, 1906, President Theodore Roosevelt proclaimed Devils Tower, Wyoming the first National Monument of the United States

36 Hours in Tucson

Foodies, cyclists and the aesthetically inclined will find much to like in this desert city, home to a new bike-share system, adobe architecture and restaurants that reflect a mix of cultural influences.

Five Packing Tips for the Traveling Couple

If you’ve traveled with a significant other, you may have run into some luggage-related stress along the way. Here are some ways you can both pack your way to happier vacation memories.

The 8 worst fashion mistakes you make when traveling

Knowing these common travel-outfit mistakes could keep even the most unfashionable world traveler in check.

Delta Air Lines apologizes after agent called police on black customer filing a baggage claim

Delta Air Lines is apologizing after one of their agents called the police on a black customer trying to file a damaged baggage claim.

Sweet discoveries on the stroopwafel circuit in Amsterdam

My introduction to stroopwafels, the gooey caramel waffle sandwich from the Netherlands, was in a small village in the south of Spain, where I live. A Dutch couple had opened a small bakery

Miami's airport tries therapy dogs to soothe stressed-out travelers

Miami International Airport starts a new therapy dog program, the Miami Hound Machine, on Sept. 24,inside Concourse D. The MIA Volunteer K-9 Ambassadors from Alliance of Therapy Dogs, aim to comfort travelers.

Disney World: More Mickey, Incredibles in theme parks in 2019

Walt Disney World plans theme-park blow-outs for Mickey, Minnie, Incredibles, Lion King and more in 2019.

The Absolute Best Places to Visit Between Seasons

Sometimes, the best destinations for travel are those you're not hitting at peak summer or peak winter, but when everything is *just right*.

Giant new Norwegian Cruise Line ship Norwegian Encore to sail from New York

Norwegian Cruise Line's new Norwegian Encore will sail in New York City as well as Miami after debuting in late 2019. The 167,800-ton ship will be one of the largest cruise vessels in the world.

Is The Arctic The Cruise Industry's Newest Frontier

Over the last decade luxury cruise lines have begun to venture into high Arctic waters. A warming Arctic has opened areas to cruising once restricted only to icebreakers. ... The holy grail of arctic cruising, however, is Canada’s famed Northwest Passage from Greenland to Nome.

Chicago hotel strike takes step toward resolution with Marriott contract, union says

Marriott International has reached a tentative agreement with the union, organizers told union members Thursday, raising hope among striking workers that other hotels will follow suit.

30 of the most iconic hotels around the world

While very well-known hotels can be quite expensive, they're often packed with architectural and historic significance. There are a number of hotels around the world that are destinations in their own right.

The Hobbit

On this day in 1937, J.R.R. Tolkien published The Hobbit, or There and Back Again. The story follows the character of Bilbo Baggins as he goes on a quest with other of the inhabitants of Middle Earth

Two Venice Hotels, Two Sides of a Celebrated City

One is an opulent palazzo, the other a combination hostel and budget hotel. One has 18 rooms and suites, the other nearly 1,000 beds. Which would you choose for a night in Venice?

Seven Affordable Seaside Getaways for This Fall

If you’ve ever wanted to take a luxurious trip to a picturesque seaside destination, here are more than a few high-end options that come without high-end prices...

The Thing: Arizona's weirdest roadside attraction just got stranger

For years The Thing rested in a dusty warehouse, visitors wondering what it was. A new museum makes it clear - The Thing is stranger than you thought...

American Queen Steamboat Company unveils plans for new paddlewheeler

The American Queen Steamboat Company has ordered a fourth vessel to be called American Countess. The 245-passenger paddlewheeler will be built in Louisiana...

How much does this actually cost? In travel, it can be hard to get a straight answer.

The quoted rate for an “amazing” three-bedroom condominium in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, looked too good to be true...

Why autumn is the best time for a trip to the Boundary Waters

Paddling across White Iron Lake, I looked up at the sky, cloudless and blue. Then I glided around a bend and spotted them: a pair of slim maple trees, rising from the rocky shoreline, burst into a brilliant orange...

How to do Oktoberfest like a local - and this year's alternative options that are more authentic

Oktoberfest in Munich is perhaps Germany's best-known event. The three-week festival sees Germans and tourists alike donning their finest Tracht (Lederhosen for the men, Dirndls for women) and spending their days, nights and all their money drinking beer...

Off the grid: Exploring the San Juans’ most remote islands

You don't go to the most isolated islands in the San Juans for the amenities. You go for the quiet, for pitch-black nights with the sound of waves hitting the beach. You go for the rare opportunity to disconnect from your modern, plugged-in life...

Is space the tourist's new playground?

SpaceX CEO Elon Musk announced that Japanese billionaire Yusaku Maezawa will be the first private passenger to travel to space...

Disney World's Toy Story Land: Best bets and tips for families

The details are magic inside Disney World Resort's new Toy Story Land, which features the kid-favorite Slinky Dog Dash, the unexpectedly fun Alien Swirling Saucers and the chocolate goodness of Woody's Lunch Box. Our tips for getting the most out of this Hollywood Studios expansion in Orlando...

Cathay Pacific Misspelt Its Own Name on a New Airplane

Cathay Pacific misspelt its own name on the side of a new airplane and people on the internet can't stop laughing...

Is this the future of cruise ships?

The brand new Celebrity Edge ship uses a radical engineering concept to create cabins with epic panoramas that experts say could be a game-changer for the cruise industry...

Will Congress rescue travelers from excessive airline fees?

Congress faces a Sept. 30 deadline to approve funding to keep the Federal Aviation Administration afloat. Right now the bill includes language to curtail “unreasonable” airline fees. The airlines, with $4.6 billion on the line, are lobbying hard against it...

Chasing Balzac: Uncovering the Intimate Belle Epoque Hotels of Paris

The hotels offer would-be bons vivants and lovers of 19th-century French literature the kind of lodgings that recall the raconteur-filled salons in the novels of Honore de Balzac.

RMS Queen Elizabeth 2

On September 20, 1967, Queen Elizabeth II launched the RMS Queen Elizabeth 2, fondly known as the "QE2". The gold scissors she used to cut the ceremonial ribbon was the same pair...

SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS VACATIONS® INTRODUCES ITS 2019 COLLECTION BROCHURE

South African Airways Vacations® (SAA Vacations®), the leisure division of South African Airways, launched its 2019Collection brochure, featuring aportfolio of affordable air-inclusive vacation packages to a variety of destinations throughout Africa..

The 52 Places Traveler: In Lucerne, Kindness Trumps the (Stunning) Views

Lucerne, Switzerland, is best known - rightly so - for its mountains, lake and views. What sticks with me most, though, is the pervasive sense of hospitality and human kindness I found there...

Inside Hapag-Lloyd Cruises' Bremen, a ship built for adventure

Searching for a cruise vessel that can get you off the beaten path? Our latest Cruise Ship Tour offers a deck-by-deck look at the 155-passenger Bremen, an icon of "expedition" cruising to far-flung places...

These 10 airlines made the most from in fees in 2017

Airlines around the world generated $47.2 billion in revenue in 2017 by charging for such things as seat upgrades and checked baggage, new study shows...

When should you book your holiday travel?

For procrastinators, he said airlines sometimes free up seats or switch to a larger aircraft close to the departure date, but “there’s a risk with waiting”...

Cats and dogs are allowed on this airline

Southwest Airlines policy on emotional support animals now limits them to cats and dogs. But miniature horses can come if they're trained service animals...

The best way to see California is by bicycle

For a more present and mindful traveling experience, you really need to hop on a bike and grind out the miles under your own power...

Explore Ireland by bike, kayak and horse

Wander over hill and dale on an eight-day adventure that travels from Dublin to the West Coast of Ireland and north to Connemara. The Wild Irish Rover Tour...

Something different to do for Thanksgiving: Cruise the lower Mississippi River

American Cruise Line offers itineraries that stop in several Southern ports, including New Orleans and Memphis, Tenn...

Tourists hoping for the perfect picture are eroding the Scottish Highlands

Visitors to the remote Scottish Highlands are increasing the area’s vulnerability to erosion by building rock formations in an attempt to capture the perfect photograph...

Carnival's newest cruise ship makes Florida debut this week

Carnival Horizon makes its way to Florida to begin sailing from PortMiami on Caribbean itineraries...

1 dead, 11 injured in scaffolding collapse at Madrid hotel

Scaffolding at a luxury hotel undergoing renovation in central Madrid collapsed on Tuesday, killing one construction worker and injuring at least 11 others, an official said...

Toxic Gas Leak at Sydney Hotel

AT least eight people at a publicly listed hotel in the Australian city of Sydney were hospitalized on Wednesday after breathing toxic gases flowing through the building's air conditioning system...

Introverts share travel survival secrets

Travel can be busy, noisy and crowded — a potentially daunting environment for anyone. But if you're an introvert, it can drain your internal battery. Studies and experts suggest this personality type processes social stimuli differently from extroverts...

Here's where to go for a fantastic fall trip in 2018

From leaf-viewing in Moscow to a "pirate invasion" in the Cayman Islands, here are 10 fantastic places to visit in the fall of 2018 and some special events to enjoy ...

The discovery of Ötzi the Iceman

On September 19, 1991, two German tourists were hiking through the Otztal Alps on the border between Austria and Italy. In a receding glacier, the couple spotted the body of a man...

Central Holidays Unveils Expanded Range of Affordable-Luxury and Experiential Travel Programs in New 2019 Latin America and Cuba Brochure

Central Holidays today unveiled its 2019 Latin America and Cuba brochure that showcases its expanded range of affordable-luxury and experiential travel programs in this new 128-page, artfully designed publication that features more than 65 itineraries...

Abandoned America: California's best-preserved ghost town

One of the largest and best-preserved ghost towns in the U.S., Bodie, California, has been a state park and a National Historic Landmark since 1962...

10 insanely affordable vacations for fall 2018

Think plenty of savings in European hot spots and a few emerging U.S. destinations during this post-summer travel sweet spot...

A Rwandan Game Park Defying the Odds

Despite modest tourism numbers, Akagera National Park is a success story in the making, particularly considering that, like its host country, it survived catastrophe...

'Idiotic mistake': How one parked car delayed hundreds of Phoenix flights

The man who abandoned a rental car outside Terminal 4 in Phoenix, causing hundreds of flight delays, will face only a traffic citation...

Hapag-Lloyd Cruises will sail to the Arctic and Antarctica

One of Germany,s best-known cruise companies, Hapag-Lloyd Cruises, hopes to draw more English speakers with a new dual-language expedition vessel. Debuting in late 2019, the 230-passenger HANSEATIC inspiration will sail to the Arctic, Antarctica and other off-the-beaten-path places.

Man who walked near boiling-hot Old Faithful geyser ticketed

Yellowstone National Park officials have ticketed a man caught on video wandering close to Old Faithful geyser, where he risked burns from the boiling-hot water that erupts every hour or so...

Venture north to soak in a beer spa and hike sea cliffs

Go dogsledding in Alaska, leaf peeping in Maine and wine tasting in South Dakota

The Hotel in Afghanistan That Refuses to Close Its Doors

The Bost Hotel, a relic of America's mid-20th-century presence in Helmand Province, has survived despite being at the center of decades of war...

New Airstream hotel coming to Yosemite National Park

For many, camping in the great outdoors or a quaint teardrop trailer is the perfect way to get away. But others may prefer to “glamp,” ...

Here's how a cruise ship goes from nuts and bolts to glitz and glam

How does a luxury ship go from nuts and bolts to glitz and glam? Celebrity Cruises shared a time-lapse video of the construction of the brand-new Celebrity Edge...

Another low-cost European airline targets the U.S.

Following the rapid growth of discount transatlantic carriers like Norwegian, WOW, Level, and the new Primera Air, another low-cost operator is being formed in Europe to target U.S. destinations..

Fly Business Class For Cheap By Bidding On Airline Upgrades

Over 50 airlines allow passengers to bid on upgrades to business and first class for a fraction of the price of regular paid tickets...

The Founding of Tiffany & Co.

On September 18, 1837, Charles Lewis Tiffany founded a small jewelry and silver company in New York City which he termed a "stationery and fancy goods emporium" ...

A Classic Dallas Hotel Gets Cool and Contemporary

The Adolphus still has its distinctive chandelier and fireplaces, but after a makeover, menus are more refined and the rooftop is home to a relaxing pool and bar.

Fake TripAdvisor reviews land Italian man in jail

Fake online reviews are a bane for many companies, but this is the first time they've sent someone to jail...

I have extreme travel anxiety: here's the one thing I've found helps

I have extreme anxiety when it comes to planning and going on a trip. To ease my anxiety, I tried doing the exact opposite of what I usually do and I planned nothing Here's what happened...

Caribbean hidden gem: Unspoiled Samaná shows another side of Dominican Republic

Visitors will find a region that has its own remarkable history, superb eco-attractions, and non-cookie-cutter hotels and restaurants.

Florence: After 3,630 cancellations, flights slowly resuming Sunday

Flights resumed at some hard-hit airports in the Carolinas, but normal operations remained days away for others amid lingering remnants of Florence...

Ex-nuke site opens to public as wildlife refuge

Cyclists and hikers are exploring a newly opened wildlife refuge at the site of a former nuclear weapons plant in Colorado. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service opened the gates of Rocky Flats National Wildlife Refuge Saturday with no fanfare...

Vacationers are finding their way back to travel agents

Dawn Burge and her friend's dream Jamaican vacation began promisingly enough: a 60 percent discount on the comprehensive package they booked through a major online travel site. It ended with Mrs. Burge swearing she would never again book a major trip online...

This Georgia city was just named one of the best small towns for fall foliage

Clayton, Georgia, also known as the farm to table capital of Georgia, is a quaint mountain town that offers outdoor adventures and spectacular views...

A look at the Florida Keys resorts open now or reopening later

A year after Hurricane Irma, hotels and resorts in the Florida Keys are gearing up for the fall and winter tourism season...

The Voodoo Fest 2018 daily schedule is here

The fall music festival in New Orleans City Park takes place from Oct. 26 to 28...

Tentrr is spreading the gospel of glamping in California

If a New York company has its way, there will be more than a thousand new campgrounds in California next year - each with only one campsite...

Travel insurance: 'Beware' doesn't mean 'don't buy'

"Flyer Beware" is the heading of a new report on travel insurance, not "Don't Buy" Although some writers have picked up on the report as a recommendation...

Cruise Line Shuts Down In-Room Babysitting Program on Cruises

Royal Caribbean is ending Sitters at Sea, an in-room babysitting service that was available on their cruise ships....

Carnival Cruise Ship Honored for Rescue During Hurricane

A Carnival Cruise Line captain and crew were recognized with the Cruise Line Humanitarian Assistance Award for a cruise ship rescue during a hurricane...

A new luxury world cruise will take you to 62 ports over 146 days

The luxury cruise line Seabourn's world cruise is taking the concept of kicking back while also seeing the world to the extreme. Its flagship Sojourn is set to visit 62 ports and five continents over 146 days in 2020...

How to find the best,and avoid the worst, hotel room

All hotel rooms are not created equally. Here's how to make sure you get the best one at the right price...

The United States Constitution

On September 17, 1787, the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania adopted the Constitution of the United States. The Constitution is the supreme law of the United States and provides for three separate but equal branches of government...

At These Hotels, Ways to Recharge Your Mind and Your Body

A new generation of hotels invite you to expand your mind with seminars and discussions as well as relax while you travel.

In Belgrade, Nighttime Is the Right Time

If you know where to go in the Serbian capital — where wartime scars are still palpable - the night never has to end...

This Couple Is Traveling the World For Free on Credit Card Points. Here's the Secret to Their Success

Thanks to 42 credit cards that helped them earn 2 million points in one year,they’ve visited 18 countries (with many more on their itinerary) and saved a total of $62,000 on travel expenses...

Air France returning to Dallas/Fort Worth for first time since 2001

Air France will make DFW its newest U.S. destination, returning to the airport after an absence of nearly 18 years. Airbus A330 flights start in March...

Norwegian Will Pay for Your Flight If You Book an Alaskan Cruise

Norwegian Cruise Line wants you to come on board for 2019 — and they're willing to throw you some serious perks to prove it. But you better act fast to score this deal...

Cruise Ship Bound for Bermuda Gets Rerouted to Maine

Instead of a beach vacation to Bermuda, 2,000 cruise ship passengers got to tour Canada and Maine this week thanks to Hurricane Florence. The Norwegian Dawn departed from Boston last Friday, and has made stops...

Cruise ship air quality violations spike in Alaska

Alaska regulators have sent nine air quality violation notices for cruise ships in Juneau, Ketchikan, Skagway, Haines and Seward. That's as more than 134 people have called the state's hotline to report cruise ship air pollution...

These are the world's most Instagrammable road trips

North America has the lion's share of the world's greatest road trips - at least if Instagram is anything to go by. The continent claims five of the six most papped routes on the photo-sharing platform, according to TravelSupermarket, which aggregated the top 25 road trips and pit stops based on hashtags...

The busiest flight route in the world is revealed

The busiest flight route in the world has been revealed. More than 13.4 million people travelled on the service from Gimpo Airport to Jeju, an island off the southern coast of the Korean Peninsula, in 2017. This represented a jump of 9.4 per cent from the previous year, making it the most in-demand route in the world...

Universal: A door-to-door lineup of houses at Halloween Horror Nights

Stranger Things has happened. Here's an alphabetical listing of the haunted house mazes at the 2018 edition of Universal's Halloween Horror Nights...

New Orleans

A comprehensive guide and a collection of tips for visiting New Orleans from the experts at Conde Nast Traveler. Start with what you need to know before you go, then find the best hotels and places to stay, best places to eat and drink, things to do, points of interests, events, and more...

Why you should visit Olympia

In the Pacific Northwest, a capital city that long has marched to the beat of its own drum manages to maintain its groove amid plenty of changes...

Can an Intermediate Skier Take on the Chilean Andes?

Ski Portillo is a place for serious sport, drinking wine, and relaxing the old-fashioned way. Plus it manages to usurp Aspen as the most epic party scene at 9,000 feet above sea level...

The World's Largest Indoor Ski Resort Will Have an Ice Hotel

It will soon be possible to hit the slopes from Shanghai without leaving the city, in what is expected to be the world,s largest indoor ski resort...

36 Hours in Lugano

Lugano, in Ticino, Switzerland’s Italian-speaking canton, has its own distinctive culinary, wine and cultural scene, not to mention casinos and serene views across an alpine lake.

Tasting tour: Hershey, Pa., the town founded on chocolate

This is the home of the Hershey Bar, the Kit Kat Bar and Reese's Peanut Butter Cup, America's No. 1-selling candy brand.

First look: Inside Celebrity Edge, the much-awaited new ship from Celebrity Cruises

USA TODAY offers a sneak peek inside Celebrity Cruises' much-awaited new ship, Celebrity Edge. The 2,918-passenger vessel is Celebrity's first new ship in six years.

Five Underrated Things to Pack for Every Trip

Skip the fancy travel gadgets. Here are five simple things that will save you stress, money and hassle so you just enjoy your much-deserved getaway.

Italy Is Offering a Massive Tax Break to Retirees Who Move to Sicily, Sardinia or Calabria

The project aims to repopulate rapidly declining regions. If you’d prefer to put your IRA toward limoncello and a charming Italian casa di campagna rather than taxes, you might be in luck

A vintage vessel with a fresh makeover, this ship is cruising the world for Azamara

Azamara Club Cruises, a small cruise line in the upper-premium niche, has renovated an older ship and added it to its fleet. Azamara Pursuit is the line's third ship, patterned after a boutique hotel...

Star Wars, Guardians of the Galaxy, Tron: When will these new Disney World rides open?

Disney World's line-up of cranes and bulldozers means new attractions are being built: Tron, Guardians of the Galaxy, Ratatouille, Minnie and Mickey's Runaway Railway, Star Wars hotel, Galaxy's Edge, Skyliner and more.

Ryanair cabin crew from five countries to hold one-day strike

Ryanair cabin crew from five countries will hold a coordinated one-day strike on 28 September. Unions from Spain, Italy, Portugal, the Netherlands and Belgium have confirmed the 24-hour stoppage will go ahead after months...

Airlines cancel hundreds of flights, cap fares ahead of Hurricane Florence

Airlines canceled hundreds of flights ahead of Hurricane Florence. The Category 2 storm is expected to make landfall in the Carolinas early Friday...

The world's most incredible hidden water caves

The world's most incredible hidden water caves and there is something mystical about these underground chambers...

By air, water or land, seeing Door County in the fall doesn't disappoint

By air, water or land, seeing Wisconsin's Door County in the fall doesn't disappoint...

How Hotels and Airlines Are Helping Out Ahead of Hurricane Florence

North Carolina and South Carolina are under a hurricane warning. Hurricane Florence is expected to make impact Thursday and Friday...

Strike expands to 26 Chicago hotels: Cambria workers walk off the job

As the downtown Chicago hotel strike enters its fifth day Tuesday, the list of hotels with workers on strike has grown to 26...

The Star-Spangled Banner

During the war of 1812, Francis Scott Key was a prisoner aboard a British war ship anchored in the Chesapeake Bar during the Battle of Fort McHenry. He boarded the ship under a flag of truce to secure the release of prisoners. However, while on-board he accidentally overheard British plans to attack Baltimore.

The Best Cruises for Photography, From Eagles in Alaska to Temples in Bali

Cruises provide amateur photographers with fantastic opportunities to perfect their prowess behind the lens. Multiple stop-offs give access to different landscapes in a wide range of conditions, and many cruise lines offer shore excursions designed with photographers in mind. We're also seeing more cruises created just for snappers, while a growing number of ships have facilities

Five Things to Know About Norwegian Cruise Line's Bliss Cruise Ship

At a Glance: This is the first mega ship to debut in Alaska, and it’s designed to make the most of the scenery, with two gorgeous observation lounges providing 180-degree views of the calving glaciers and breaching Humpbacks. Plus, Norwegian Bliss has the line’s latest family-friendly features. For the active parents and kids this ship draws, one of the coolest new features is the laser tag arena.

You Can Get a Tattoo at DC's Latest Hotel for Millennials

DC will get its first Moxy hotel, at 10th and K streets, NW on October 30th. The six-year-old brand from Marriott already has outposts in London, New York, Chicago, and dozens of other locales. Its Washington debut follows several other recent hotel openings aimed at hip, young professionals. Eaton DC—the resistance-themed property down the street at 12th and K—opened this summer.

Hotels Prepared for Hurricane Florence Evacuees - and Their Pets

Hotels outside the destructive path of Hurricane Florence are starting to fill up as residents evacuate their homes to escape the Category 4 storm. Many hotels in the Carolinas, Virginia and elsewhere are preparing for the storm and waiving fees for cancelling reservations and guests traveling with pets. “We are seeing a major increase and demand and doing our best

Italy's Hottest New Destination? Yes, Milan

THERE’S A HOT NEW destination—a cultural, culinary and style center—trending in northern Italy. It’s called Milan and it’s been hiding in plain sight for decades beneath its reputation as “Italy’s industrial capital” with countless references to its factories belching gray smoke over gray buildings in gray weather. Though social media has paraded the city’s charms during Milan Fashion Week

Wellington Makes Lonely Planet's Top NZ Destination

Travel guide Lonely Planet has just released its latest book about New Zealand, naming 20 must see destinations and things to do. It said Wellington's coffees, craft beers, restaurants and arts scene gave the Capital an edgy yet sociable vibe, and the erratic weather "only adds zest". Unique and quirky bars and shops are dotted throughout the city, but it's the cafes and restaurants

Here's Why Savannah, Georgia is the Perfect Fall Destination

Whether you are into history, spooky haunts or food, Savannah, Georgia is a must visit fall destination. The cooler temperatures make this Southern city a little less stifling. It is time to pack a bag for a fun, weekend getaway to this popular destination. Savannah is the oldest city in Georgia. Established in 1733, the city has been influential in much of American history. Additionally, it is home to many first locations

Less Snow Prompts Push to Lengthen Grand Canyon Visit Season

With snowfall dwindling at the Grand Canyon's North Rim, tourism promoters see an opportunity to stretch out the visiting season at the less popular side of the canyon so more people experience it and spend money in the region. The canyon's North Rim is fully open less than half of the year and isn't as easy to get to as the South Rim, which attracts 90 percent of the canyon's annual 6.25 million visitors.

Travel Providers Must Bridge the Personalization Gap to Meet the Demands of Consumers: New Mindtree Study

Reliance on legacy systems and siloed data has led to fragmented personalization efforts and a customer expectation gap. Emerging technologies have created unprecedented opportunities for travel industry providers to offer seamless, context-relevant and personalized experiences. However, a new survey commissioned by Mindtree titled, " Expectations vs. Reality

The Simple Charm of Russia's Wooden Airports

This is the era of the glass and steel airport. As if made from the same mold, shiny, glittering terminals have become a status symbol for any city with aspirations. But all of this is a world away from the remoteness of Russia's Arctic regions and the Siberian wilderness. Here you'll discover an entirely different type of airport, built in the mid-20th century when the Soviet Union

American Cruise Lines’ New Ship Styles & Positions Coast to Coast for 2019-2020

American Cruise Lines has announced a new schedule of cruises for the 2019-2020 season, highlighting three distinct ship styles and an unmatched breadth of itineraries across the country. In 2019, the Line will operate 11 small ships—adding Modern Riverboats—a revolutionary new ship style only available in the U.S.

The Re-Discovery of the Lascaux Caves

On September 12, 1940, four teenagers and their dog were exploring the hills near their home village of Montignac, France. They discovered the entrance to a cave, and walked into its interior. On the stone walls were fantastic paintings of humans and large animals. They had discovered

American Cruise Lines’ New Ship Styles & Positions Coast to Coast for 2019-2020

American Cruise Lines has announced a new schedule of cruises for the 2019-2020 season, highlighting three distinct ship styles and an unmatched breadth of itineraries across the country. In 2019, the Line will operate 11 small ships—adding Modern Riverboats—a revolutionary new ship

Carnival's Newest Ship is Its Biggest Ever - Take a Closer Look at the Giant Cruise Liner

In April, Carnival launched its latest cruise ship, the Carnival Horizon, the most recent addition to its line of "Vista class" ships. The Carnival Horizon, the 26th ship in the company's fleet, departed from Barcelona, Spain on April 2, 2018 for its initial cruise. It then held a summer schedule of four-day Bermuda and eight-day Caribbean sailings out of New York. Beginning on September 22

Five Things to Know About Crystal Cruises' Debussy Cruise Ship

Don’t assume that just because you’re on the river, and rivers aren’t known for butler service, that you won’t get the full Crystal treatment. Your butler can unpack for your when you arrive, bring you different pillows, pick up your dry cleaning, shine your shoes, and stock your mini-bar with your soft drink of choice. Butlers also deliver 24-hour room service

Anthony Bourdain Posthumously Wins the One Emmy Award 'He Always Coveted'

Just months after his death, Anthony Bourdain won multiple posthumous Emmy Awards for his television work. At night two of the Creative Arts Emmy Awards on Sunday, Bourdain won the honors for outstanding writing for a nonfiction program and outstanding informational series or special, according to Deadline. His CNN series, Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown

More Hotels to Provide Employees With Alert Devices

More hotel companies have pledged to equip their employees with personal safety devices they can use to get help if they feel they are in danger. G6 Hospitality, parent company of Motel 6 and Studio 6, has promised to provide the devices to all its employees at its corporate-owned and managed hotels by the end of March 2019. The company will begin distributing the devices this fall.

This Hotel Company Takes Luxury to A Whole New Level

A world leader in the hospitality business, India-based ITC Hotels is one of the country’s largest hotel chains with more than 100 properties in over 70 destinations in the country. As India is currently experiencing economic growth of 7.6%,one of the fastest growing economies in the world, ITC is expanding, particularly its luxury division.

Hurricane Florence: Full List of Fee Waivers at U.S. Airlines

Airlines had waived change fees for travelers scheduled to fly to airports in the expected path of Hurricane Florence. One small airline -- Sun Country -- also had not published any fee waiver information. Nor had Hawaiian, which does not fly to the Southeast. Scroll down for the latest airline change-fee waivers that were in place as of 7 a.m. ET on Tuesday, Sept. 11.

Hawaiian Airlines Prepares for Possible Flight Disruptions Due to Olivia

Airlines are closely monitoring Olivia, which could end up disrupting Hawaii flights. The state's airports usually remain open unless there is damage to a runway or a problem with the facility, according to the Hawaii Department of Transportation. Officials are urging travelers to check with their airlines for the status of flights. Hawaiian Airlines is busy gearing up for this latest storm.

You Can Bathe in Wine, Coffee, or Ramen Broth at This Japanese Spa

A spa 75 minutes outside of Tokyo has taken vinotherapy to new heights. At Hakone Kowakien Yunessun Spa and Resort in Hakone, Japan, you will find an assortment of themed baths, from the "Doctor Fish" foot bath (picture tons of tiny fish nibbling on your toes), to the jellyfish bath, where you can swim in a dark cave lit up by the fluorescent creatures.

Why You Must Travel the Silk Road in Your Lifetime

History is full of long and legendary highways but none – frankly – come close to the Silk Road. It’s not just the magnitude (at least 4,000 miles, in more than 40 countries) but the mythic potency of the project. The world was cleft into east and west in the Middle Ages. But long before, the Silk Road – which has existed in one form or another since the fourth century BC

The Freedom Trail in Mississippi Is a Chronicle of Outrage and Courage

A lot of people could have said “The past is never dead — it’s not even past,” but it was Faulkner who actually said it, which makes sense when you consider that Faulkner was from Mississippi, and in no place is the past less dead than Mississippi. I’ve never seen as many roadside historical markers anywhere as I have there, and I live in New England.

How Has Guatemala Remained Central America's Underrated Surf Destination?

I have been surfing in Central America for about 15 years, alternating between Panama, Costa Rica, El Salvador, and Nicaragua. All of these countries offer great waves, warm water, friendly people and really good food. Over those years, I have seen the lineups get more crowded, prices go up, and the locals getting more radical to protect their once empty lineups-turned-playgrounds for traveling surfers.

A Moon Beach Here on Earth

Dazzling white rock formations, hidden caves and breathtaking beaches contrast with arresting blue seas to make Milos one of the most impressive islands in Greece. This craggy volcanic island in the Aegean Sea is the most southwesterly of the Cyclades group, and is where the Venus de Milo, the most graceful marble statue of antiquity, was discovered.

September 11 Terrorist Attacks

On this day in 2001, 19 terrorists hijacked four passenger jets, crashing two into the North and South Towers of the World Trade Center and one into the Pentagon. The fourth hijacked plane - United flight 93 - crashed in Pennsylvania after the passengers tried to reclaim control of the airplane from the hijackers.

Celestyal Cruises Unveils Amazing Savings of Up to $600 Per Person

All of these exclusive itineraries, as well as all of the line’s cruises, feature the Celestyal Inclusive Experience – the industry’s best all-inclusive program including delicious meals on board, unlimited drinks, award-winning entertainment, gratuities, port charges, and the best select shore excursions – all in one price!

Florence, Now A Hurricane, Is One Of Many Threats To The Atlantic And Pacific

A slew of dangerous storms – hurricanes, tropical storms and a typhoon — are on the move and threatening life and property in both the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. The National Hurricane Center has issued advisories for the Atlantic on Hurricane Florence, and two tropical storms, Helene and Isaac.

Carnival Cruise Line Rolls Out $60 Seafood Entrée In Main Dining Room on Select Cruise Ships

Carnival Cruise Line has rolled a new option in the main dining room for dinner on their cruise ships that have the Seafood Shack. The Seafood Tower for 2 has been added to the menu for dinner in the main dining room and comes at a cost of $60. It is currently available on Carnival Conquest, Carnival Freedom, Carnival Glory, Carnival Horizon, Carnival Liberty, Carnival Triumph, Carnival Valor, Carnival Victory, and Carnival Vista.

Why the Luxury Cruise Market is Booming in NZ

Some of the world's wealthiest cruise ship passengers are heading to New Zealand as luxury travel booms and ships go further off the beaten track. The surge in visits over the next two summers reflects the growing number of wealthy travellers who are focusing less on material possessions, and instead seeking experiences and memories.

This Airport Has a Jumbo Jet Transformed Into a Hotel

Sleeping on a plane may not seem ideal, but one Boeing 747 Jumbo Jet in Sweden could change travelers' minds. Jumbo Stay opened its galley doors in 2009 for guests to come and stay in a totally converted jumbo jet that now sits restfully on the ground. The plane, the hotel explains, was once an active Boeing 747-212B

What have other cities done to curb the rise of Airbnb?

It’s been blamed for sucking up supply from the long-term rental market, thus exacerbating the housing shortage that threatens to cripple Dublin. Lucrative, exempt from rent controls and possibly tax free, the short-term letting market has exploded in Ireland in recent years, largely on the back of Airbnb.

British Airways Hack Leaves Airline Open to Fines Under Tough Data Rules

British Airways may become the first high-profile company to run afoul of Europe's far-reaching data privacy rules - and face potentially hefty fines - after a computer hack compromised credit card data from some 380,000 customers. The European Union's General Data Protection Regulation, or GDPR, which took effect in May

A Top Airline Critic Shares His Air Travel Secrets

Brent Bowen may be America's leading airline critic, but he's also a frequent air traveler, and he has a few secrets. His advice on flying better may help you have a problem-free flight. Bowen is the Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University professor who publishes the authoritative Airline Quality Rating (AQR, airlinequalityrating.com).

Influence of Chinese Tourists Increasingly Seen in Airlines

AIRLINES are factoring in the changing traveling habits of Chinese tourists, who are starting to dominate the global tourism market, when they purchase new aircraft Laurent Janitzar, sales director of turboprop manufacturer ATR, said a growing number of Chinese travelers are ditching group tours and heading to new, less-known destinations.

5 Up-and-Coming Asia-Pacific Destinations to Visit This Fall

For those planning their first trip to the Asia-Pacific region, major destinations usually top the list, such as Shanghai, Tokyo, Singapore or Hong Kong. These power-hitters promise international flights and easy infrastructure, making them logical entryways for travelers trekking around the world. In many cases, it's not until the second, third or fourth visits that people have time to explore a country's tertiary cities

Ireland's Aran Islands, Hiding in Plain Sight

The last time I saw Bridin Concannon, she was walking toward me along the narrow road on the westernmost edge of the island of Inishmaan, off the west coast of Ireland. “Were you out at Synge’s Chair?” I called out as she approached. The sun behind her hung, unmasked by clouds, low and long in the Irish early summer sky. ”I was,” she said. Her voice was strong, clear

Google Introduces New Travel Guide Website 'Touring Bird'

Google's in-house start-up incubator "Area 120" has introduced a travel guide website called "Touring Bird" that lists tours, attractions and activities for travellers and tourists in popular travel destinations. "Area 120" is a workshop for the tech giant's experimental products. So far, the site provides information about 20 cities

Cross These Once-in-a-Lifetime Trips Off Your Bucket List While the Dollar is Stronger

The dollar is on a tear, and that means one thing: pack your bags. The DXY U.S. dollar index, which measures the greenback against a basket of currencies, surged to year-to-date highs through August. That makes it relatively less expensive to travel to even the most far-flung destinations around the world. At the same time, international airfares have also come down slightly

The Last Guillotine in France

In 1791, the French National Assembly was seeking a new method of execution. Former methods were considered too inhumane, such as the infamous "breaking on the wheel". Assembly member Joseph-Ignace Guillotin suggested the construction of a device to decapitate the accused with a steel blade.

36 Hours in Paris: On the Seine

Paris owes its life to the Seine. The city was born on one of its islands — the Île de la Cité — and today the celebrated river flows under 37 bridges as its makes its eight-mile arc through the City of Light. Along the stony banks, which together are designated a Unesco World Heritage Site, every facet of the French capital looks out and beckons. History and architecture?

10 Hidden-Gem Attractions in the United Kingdom

Most travelers in the United Kingdom will be familiar with, and probably visit, the British Museum, the National Gallery and the Tate Modern. GoCompare.com sought to unearth the most under-appreciated visitor attractions. The site used visitor attraction data from Visit England, Visit Wales, the Moffat Centre's Visitor Attraction Monitor (Scotland) and Nisra (Northern Ireland) to

British Airways Hack Exposes Hundreds of Thousands of Customer Payments

British Airways revealed on Thursday that hackers managed to lurk in its systems for two weeks, exposing around 380,000 card payments. The company released a statement through its parent company, IAG, saying that the attack on its website (ba.com) and mobile app began late on August 21 and was interrupted on Wednesday evening. It said that the personal and

Star Wars, Guardians of the Galaxy, Tron: When Will These New Disney World Rides Open?

The renderings of new Orlando attractions that Disney Parks unveiled a year ago — including a roller coaster based on the movie “Tron,” another based on “Guardians of the Galaxy,” and a Star Wars themed hotel — have now turned into concrete and steel. All but one of the new rides and attractions announced a year ago are under construction or in the ground-clearing

On-Board Qantas’ Inaugural Melbourne to San Francisco Flight

When your flight starts with Champagne and caviar, you know it’s going to be good. But when that caviar is presented by celebrity chef Neil Perry himself, you know it’s going to be seriously special. On Qantas’ inaugural flight between Melbourne and San Francisco — the first ever direct flight between the two cities, that’s exactly what’s on offer. Well, for those fortunate enough to be flying in business class, at least.

Uber Adds New Safety Measures for Passengers and Drivers

Uber passengers will be able to share their ride information and route with up to five friends or contacts. That’s one of the new improvements that the ride-share company is rolling out to raise “the bar on safety” for its passengers and drivers. The company, which announced the measures Wednesday, also has a new feature called “Ride Check” that alerts passengers and

Big Island Still Worth the Trip Despite Epic Fire and Rain

The dramatic volcanic eruption in a remote corner of Hawaii Island that began in May and quieted in early August has changed the landscape for visitors and residents across the island, now drying off from Hurricane Lane’s historic rainfall on its windward side. The physical changes are most apparent in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and the Puna District. After a series

These Hotel Chains Are Giving Staff Panic Buttons for Protection

Employees at thousands of hotels across the United States will soon have panic buttons to use if they feel they are in danger of assault or harassment, the AP reported. On Thursday, the American Hotel and Lodging Association (AHLA) and its major hotel members (including Hilton, Hyatt, IHG, Marriott and Wyndham) announced plans to provide employee safety devices to

Paris Official Seeks to Outlaw Airbnb Rentals in City Centre

The Paris city council member in charge of housing said Thursday that he would propose outlawing home rentals via Airbnb and other websites in the city centre, accusing the company of forcing residents out of the French capital. Ian Brossat told AFP he would also seek to prohibit the purchase of second homes in Paris, saying such measures were necessary to keep the city from becoming an "open-air museum".

Norwegian Cruise Ship Leaving Miami Rescues Four Stranded Cuban Nationals Off Florida Coast

Four stranded Cuban nationals were rescued by the Norwegian Getaway earlier this week. The ship delivered them to the ship’s next stop in Cozumel, Mexico. A Norwegian passenger, who goes by Pico on Twitter, wrote that the stranded sailors were spotted by a “flash in the middle of the ocean.” Cruisers then notified the cruise ship workers, who sent a tender to the vessel.

The Best LGBT+ Cruise Holidays

Cruise ships offer a safe and accepting environment for any passenger and have become a popular choice among LGBT+ travellers in recent years. Here is our pick of cruise lines, destinations and tailor-made cruise breaks that are LGBT-friendly, whatever holiday desires are top of the wishlist. Celebrity Cruises in particular is a champion of diversity and aims to position

We Compared the Prices and Amenities of Standard Rooms on Royal Caribbean, Norwegian, and Carnival Cruise

How much does a cruise cost? Well, that depends on what room you get. We took a look at the standard inside stateroom — the most affordable room on a cruise ship — at three major cruise lines: Norwegian, Carnival, and Royal Caribbean. To keep things consistent, we chose a similar itinerary for each, selecting a five-day western Caribbean cruise in early April 2019 for two passengers embarking from Miami.

The Blitz

Adolf Hitler wanted to destroy the civilian morale of the British people and to invade the island nation. On September 7, 1940, Germany began what came to be known as The Blitz: 76 consecutive nights of aerial bombardment of London. Over 43,000 civilians were killed and over one million buildings were damaged. The bombing ceased on May 10, 1941, its aims unachieved.

U.S. Nicknamed "Uncle Sam"

Samuel Wilson, a Troy, New York meat packer, began supplying United States troops with barrels of meat on this day in 1813 and continued to do so throughout the war of 1812. Wilson stamped the rations with the letters, "U.S.", and soldiers began referring to the meat as "Uncle Sam's."

River Cruising is the Next Big Thing in Honeymoon Travel

Following the release of its full line-up for 2019, Uniworld Boutique River Cruises revealed that river cruising was the next big thing in honeymoon travel. According to Uniworld Marketing Manager Lieria Boshoff, river cruising is no longer the sole domain of baby boomers, it now attracting a younger generation of mid-30s to mid-40s travellers.

Norwegian Cruise Ship Rescues 4 People Stranded at Sea

While the Norwegian cruise ship had not long departed its homeport in Miami, Florida cruise passengers spotted a flash of light. After informing the ship crew about the light it turned out to be 4 Cuban nationals adrift at sea. The news was first reported by Fox News and was also confirmed by the cruise line.

Thomas Cook Finds E. Coli at Egypt Hotel Where Couple Died

Tour operator Thomas Cook Group Plc said it found high levels of bacteria at an Egyptian hotel where a British couple died last month. Tests on food and hygiene standards uncovered E. coli and staphylococcus at the Steigenberger Aqua Magic hotel in Hurghada, where John and Susan Cooper died on Aug. 21

When (and How) to Talk to Your Hotel's General Manager

A hotel’s general manager can make your stay at a property that much better, said Bettina Landt, general manager of The White Elephant in Nantucket, Mass. But Ms. Landt, who has more than 20 years’ experience as a general manager, also said that most guests don’t take advantage of what they offer.

This Is How Disgusting Airport Security Trays Are

You know those plastic trays that you put your stuff in at the security lines in airports. If you are thinking of putting your face in them, don't. Just don't. In fact, a study just published in BMC Infectious Diseases suggested that these trays may be carrying more than your bags, shoes, and neck pillows. A team of researchers went swabbing at the Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, the main airport in Finland.

Emirates Plane Briefly Quarantined at John F. Kennedy Airport After 19 Passengers Sick

An Emirates airline Airbus A380 superjumbo jet was briefly quarantined at New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport after numerous passengers fell ill on a flight arriving from Dubai early Wednesday. As many as 100 passengers, including some crew members, "complained of illness, including cough and some with fever," according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

The Best Museums In the world, According to TripAdvisor

TripAdvisor has announced the winners of its 2018 Travelers’ Choice awards for museums. Winners were determined using an algorithm that took into account the quantity and quality of reviews and ratings for museums worldwide, gathered over a 12-month period. Click through the gallery above to see the top 25 U.S. and top 25 international museums.

Italy's Florence Bans Eating In the Street

Italy might be the home of al fresco dining, but in the tourist mecca of Florence street-snacking has become such a problem that local authorities have introduced fines of up to €500 ($581) to combat it. The city ordinance, which came into effect on September 4, bans people from pausing in the historic center to eat food on sidewalks, roadways and on the doorsteps of shops and houses.

A Portrait of Kirkenes, the Most Isolated Town In Europe

f Norway were the size of your right arm, Oslo would be your thumbnail, Bergen and the fjords on your wrist, and the Arctic city of Tromso perched on your tricep. Finally, there is the region of Finnmark going over the top of Finland, until Norway actually touches Russia at your shoulder joint. This is where you can find the remotest town in Europe.

The Best Fall Foliage Train Trips to Take This Year

Living in a world of pristine beaches and towering castles, it’s easy to forget that people from halfway around the world travel to our backyard to see the views we often take for granted. Some of the best foliage is right here in the U.S., and the autumnal scenery that photographers capture for postcards is something we can see on a leisurely drive just a few hours outside the city.

11 Tips for Making Traveling With a Baby Easier

When my daughter was six months old, we took her to Chicago for a family get together. It was her first time on a plane and our first time with a baby on a plane. It was only a two-hour flight from New York to Chicago and yet, I frantically packed and repacked the diaper bag with multiple changes of clothing, dozens of diapers, and four meals worth of food. She slept the entire time.

Going Scuba Diving? Here's What You Need to Know to Get Certified

So you want to learn to scuba dive. Congratulations! This is an excellent decision -- not as good as going to therapy, but at least on par with getting a dog. Diving is pure magic, a word I almost never use because it causes that cringey face you’re doing right now, but anyone who’s ever found themselves suspended, weightless, in the middle of a gazillion fish, will get it.

5 New Planes That Will Change the Way You Travel

These days, few new planes generate the sort of buzz that the original jumbo—the Boeing 747—or the supersonic Concorde did back in the 1970s. After all, when First Lady Pat Nixon cracked a bottle of Champagne over the first bulbous-nosed 747 in 1970, it literally launched the era of mass tourism across the Atlantic.

Airport Hotels With the Best Runway Views

Airports are fascinating places, yet with the rush of check-in, security lines and boarding gates as we head out on our travels, we often don't have time to truly experience them. Next time you fly, you could experience a view of the airport rarely seen by passengers if you choose to stay in one of these airport hotels.

Airbnb for Work is Getting Bigger

Experiences, not cash, are the new corporate bonus. At least, according to Airbnb. With that mantra in mind, the $31 billion company is expanding the part of its business that targets business travelers, called Airbnb for Work. The new effort will help them tap into a large market they’ve been missing out on—non-travelers.

These Are the Top 10 Fastest Growing Airlines

If you’re looking to get away from high-cost, big name carriers, you’re in luck. New research by Routesonline has found that eight of the 10 fastest growing airlines in the industry over the first half of 2018 were low-budget carriers. Indian airline GoAir topped the list, with a growth rate of 30.7 percent

River Cruise Popularity Soars in UK as Danube Drives Growth

The popularity of river cruising across Europe is soaring, with more Britons than ever taking to the continent's waterways, according to new figures. The River Cruise Review, published by the Cruise Lines Association (Clia), reported a 21 per cent increase in the number of UK bookings in 2017 compared to 2016.

Best Luxury Cruise Destinations to Enjoy On a Amall Cruise Ship

We all dream of cruising to amazing remote locations, to take in the scenery and enjoy the serenity that comes with being far removed from the pressures of the modern world. From the ice and snow of the polar regions to the warmth and sunshine of the Pacific or the Caribbean

These Are the 10 Fastest-growing Travel Destinations in the World

Europe and Africa are the regions seeing the fastest increases in international tourist arrivals, according to the United Nations World Tourism Organization’s 2018 Tourism Highlights. The report, which looked at international tourism arrivals across the world in 2017, found that the two regions saw respective growth

A Year After a Rough Hurricane Season, the Caribbean Says It's Ready for Visitors

A year after suffering from twin hurricanes, the Caribbean islands most impacted by Irma and Maria are trying to make a comeback as coveted vacation destinations. From Sept. 5 to 8 last year, Hurricane Irma roared through the Caribbean as a Category 5 storm.

A Moon Beach Here on Earth

Dazzling white rock formations, hidden caves and breathtaking beaches contrast with arresting blue seas to make Milos one of the most impressive islands in Greece. This craggy volcanic island in the Aegean Sea is the most southwesterly of the Cyclades group, and is where the Venus de Milo

The Quest for Adventurous Selfies is Creating a Plague of Terrible Tourists

When it comes to documenting our travel adventures, we live in a culture of oneupmanship. It’s not enough to climb to the top of a summit—you need a photo of yourself balancing in tree pose on its peak. You can’t just visit the Great Wall of China; you have to sleep in a one-of-a-kind Airbnb on top of it.

Making Travel Easier for Those With Physical Challenges

Traveling can be stressful and hard enough, without adding obstacles to it. But imagine how difficult it would be to travel from a wheelchair. One Valley man is paving the way within and trying to make travel a pleasure for those with physical challenges. His name is Brett Heising. He saw a need and is filling it.

Enjoy the Natural Beauty of Hainan

They don’t call it the ‘Eastern Hawaii’ for nothing. This tropical island at the southernmost point of China boasts long, beautiful beaches, luxury accommodation, festivals and carnivals galore and year-round warmth and sunshine. But more than that, as greater investment is made in its attractions and tourism infrastructure

First Continental Congress

The long-distance relationship between King George III of England and his American colonies was not going well. On September 5, 1774 a convention was held in Philadelphia, attended by 55 members appointed by the twelve of the thirteen British colonies.

Traveling? Don't Forget to Take Pictures of These Things

When we mentioned last week that you should screenshot your boarding pass and other important travel documents, several of you chimed in with tips on real-world things to photograph as well. Consider taking photos of basically everything, including:

24 of the Most Beautiful Heritage Hotels in Asia

Creaky wooden floors, teak antiques, afternoon tea, marble staircases. There's just something magical about a hotel with some history. From Yangon to Hong Kong, many of Asia's most beautiful heritage hotels emerged during the 19th and early 20th centuries.

The One Thing Every Visitor to Copenhagen Must Do

“Let’s get bikes,” my son said. “We have to, Dad.” I’d been dreading this. Toby had remembered my promise. Now what? He and I were spending a week together, just the two of us, in Copenhagen, a city heralded as a Shangri-la for cyclists. Spend a few days there and you’ll watch thousands of beautifu

Where Should You Go in September? Try These Places.

Summer in the USA officially ends on Sept. 22. School is back in session for most kids, so family travel is slowing down. September can be a good time to travel because prices tend to drop after the frenetic summer vacation season. Many parts of the USA are starting to cool down.

Cannabis on the Menu at Your Next Hotel Restaurant or Spa?

As states continue to legalize, cannabis-based edibles and spa treatments are ready and waiting for you on your next visit to a luxury hotel or resort. More hotels and resorts plan to offer cannabis-based menu items and wellness treatments, as laws around the country relax toward medicinal and recreational use of the drug.

These Cruise Lines Offer Fine And Fun Dining At Sea

If you can’t get a reservation at Thomas Keller’s French Laundry, you might enjoy a Seabourn Cruise. That's right, cruising is now fit foodies, and with more and more lines keeping their ships in port late or even overnight, you can combine traditional fine dining in exotic ports with the increasingly popular shipboard versions.

Tropical Storm Gordon Alters Cruise Itinerary

Tropical Storm Gordon delayed a Royal Caribbean cruise ship from departing on time from Tampa last night. The cruise line delayed the departure for Majesty of the Seas by a few hours to keep the ship away from the center of the storm. Tropical Storm Gordon currently has maximum sustained winds

Back in the Offline World, Part 1: Travel Agency Endurance

Like any industry, travel has been profoundly changed by advancements in technology. How people research, book and experience a trip is completely different than it was just 20 years ago. Yet moving the travel industry from the offline world to online hasn’t been without its challenges - not least because travel

A New U.S. Airline Is Ready for Takeoff, While Another One Bites the Dust

The airline industry remains solidly profitable in the U.S., but rising fuel prices are taking a bite out of earnings even at the strongest U.S. airlines, such as Southwest Airlines (NYSE:LUV). Nevertheless, a start-up airline based in Southern California recently finalized plans to make its long-awaited debut

Passenger Growth Drives Efficiency Efforts by Airline Operators

The aviation industry is one of the most visible contributors to climate change. Anyone looking up at a blue sky after a plane has flown by will see its white trail — water vapour mixed with carbon dioxide, sulphur and nitrogen oxides and metal particles, all those things scientists worry about.

Why You Should Travel to See the Next Solar Eclipse, According to a Photographer Who Booked a Flight to Chase One

It feels odd to remember that around this time last year, seemingly everybody in the country was wearing funny paper glasses and staring up at the sky to witness the Great American Eclipse. To celebrate the one year anniversary of the astronomical event, photographer Jon Carmichael

5 Destinations for a Memorable End-of-Summer Vacation

It may feel like vacation season has already come and gone, but the transition from summer to fall is actually a great time to travel. Not only is it still warm out, but you may also be able to find better deals because the midsummer high season has passed. So if you haven’t gotten your summer vacay in yet

The Murder of Mary Ann Nichols

Charles Cross, a market stall operator, was the first to discover the body of Mary Ann Nichols, laying on the ground on what is now Durward Street, in the Whitechapel area of London near the London Hospital. She had last been seen alive walking the Whitechapel Road in a new bonne

No Kids Allowed: The Surge In Adult-Only Cruise Ships

As the cruise industry has grown, it’s also become more diversified, seemingly able to offer something for every kind of guest (except the die-hard non-cruiser). There are choices regarding ship size, stateroom configurations, onboard activities/amenities, itineraries, shore excursions, and price points—as well as the “je ne sais quoi” factor, or overall ambiance of the ship.

Port CEO says two of three Disney Cruise Line ships headed to Port Canaveral

Disney Cruise Line is no stranger to parking their new ships at Port Canaveral, and that looks to be where the line’s next two new ships will call home. Port Canaveral CEO John Murray made comments about Disney’s forthcoming vessels during the Canaveral Port Authority Board of Commissioners meeting on Wednesday, which also solidified the port’s deal to bring a new Carnival Cruise Line ship to the port.

The Best Boutique Hotels in Scotland

Scotland is a land of historical monuments, rolling countryside, bothies... and boutique hotels. In fact, if you're looking for a cosy hideaway, you're practically spoilt for choice north of border. Whether you're in Edinburgh city centre or you've spent the day hiking the Highlands, there is likely a nook nearby for resting your head within stylish interiors and tucking into delicious – and in some cases, Michelin-starred – meals.

Scooter-hire Apps Are Taking Over European Cities - But Are They Safe?

I walk out of my flat in Barcelona and see a lime green scooter parked in the street. I look at my phone to check it’s the right one... yes, this is Elena the Scooter and she has 79 per cent battery. I press a button and the bike automatically unlocks itself. I open up the back to take out a helmet, replace it with my handbag... and start driving down the palm tree-lined street. As simple as that.

How to Protect Your Cellphone (and Your Data) When You Travel

Many travelers consider their cellphones essential when they’re on the road and rely on it for taking pictures and texting to using it to find their way around. So what do you do if your phone gets lost, stolen or breaks when you’re abroad? How can you prevent it from happening in the first place? Brandon Bogle, a cellphone expert for Asurion, a company that provides insurance for consumer electronics

Cruise Control

If you’ve ever searched for last-minute travel deals, you probably walked away convinced that seat-of-the-pants vacations are just for the wealthy. Not so. Yes, late bookings often come at a premium. But there are deals to be had, too — especially for flexible travelers who are creative when it comes to earning and redeeming points and miles. Sometimes thinking off-season can pay off.

Fall Travel: Where To Go In Slane, Ireland

Traveling to Ireland soon? Consider an Irish experience beyond the typical Dublin pub crawl. Slane, a small town about a half-hour drive outside of Dublin, has been on the radar of music fans for decades. Since 1981, acts such as U2, the Rolling Stones and Guns N' Roses have played on the sprawling grounds of Slane Castle.

Southwest Announces New International Flights for Spring 2019

Southwest announced Thursday that the airline's spring schedule for 2019 will include new international and nonstop routes. Travelers can expect new options for spring break and beyond from major U.S. cities. Starting in March, the airline will add new and returning seasonal flights to Cancún from Milwaukee, Pittsburgh, Raleigh-Durham and San Antonio; to Jamaica

These Are the 5 Best and Cheapest Places to Travel to In September

September. It’s synonymous with the end of summer. But it doesn’t have to mean no more weekends away or escapes abroad. In fact, this month can often be one of the best *to* travel since many people head back to work and prices drop for “shoulder season”—when airfare and hotel prices dip significantly post-Labor Day—but you still get great weather and all the perks of summer minus the crowds.

Why the Best Way to Explore Europe Is by Train

Most of us when we travel are simply trying to get from point A to point B as quickly as possible, which usually makes flying the default mode of transportation. But when you add in commuting time to and from the airport, baggage fees, small seats, and overly chatty seatmates, there’s still much to be desired in the average flight. Trains, on the other hand, provide an experience

You Can Now Follow in Anthony Bourdain's Footsteps in Vietnam With Trip Dedicated to His Legacy

Anthony Bourdain traveled to the far corners of the world for his show Parts Unknown, and one of his most memorable trips was the one he took to Vietnam. Diep Nguyen, a Vietnam travel expert for vacation company Exotic Voyages, worked with Bourdain and his crew the last time he traveled to Northern Vietnam in 2016. She wanted to pay tribute to the late chef and author,

Self-Driving Hotel Rooms May Soon Become a Reality

Imagine a world where you no longer fly between your house and your hotel. You drive there. Or more accurately, your hotel room drives you there. That is the world that Steve Lee, of Los Angeles-based Aprilli Design Studio, is developing for us all. His Autonomous Travel Suite (dumb name, cool concept) has been designed as a hotel/self-driving car hybrid that plans to take guests from door to door.

The Murder of Mary Ann Nichols

Charles Cross, a market stall operator, was the first to discover the body of Mary Ann Nichols, laying on the ground on what is now Durward Street, in the Whitechapel area of London near the London Hospital. She had last been seen alive walking the Whitechapel Road in a new bonnet, one she hoped would assist her earning

SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS VACATIONS® ANNOUNCES FREE FIVE-STAR LUXURY UPGRADES ON “BEST OF SOUTH AFRICA” PACKAGE

Fort Lauderdale, FL (August 28, 2018) – South African Airways Vacations® (SAA Vacations®), the leisure division of South African Airways, has announced complimentary luxury upgrades to five-star accommodations in Cape Town and in the Karongwe Private Game Reserve for travelers who book the “Best of South Africa”

The Murder of Mary Ann Nichols

Charles Cross, a market stall operator, was the first to discover the body of Mary Ann Nichols, laying on the ground on what is now Durward Street, in the Whitechapel area of London near the London Hospital. She had last been seen alive walking the Whitechapel

Mary Shelley

Mary Wollstonecraft Godwin was born on this day in 1797. Her mother died 11 days after her birth, and she was raised by her father who provided her a somewhat eccentric, but rich, education. She married the poet Percy Bysshe Shelley and traveled extensively through Europe. In 1816, the couple spent the summer near Geneva, Switzerland with Lord Byron, where she conceived the idea for her novel Frankenstein.

How Airlines Are Carrying More Passengers on Fewer Planes

You’re flying with more people than ever before. According to data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), airlines smashed records last year by transporting 741 million passengers across the country. Over the past 10 years, there has been a 9.2 percent increase in passengers. But, at the same time, there were 18.5 percent fewer

We Compared Google Flights and Kayak to Find Out Which One is Better for Booking Travel

Before booking any kind of travel, I always start in the exact same place: Kayak. The travel site has been my go-to for years, helping me book everything from business trips to vacations to quick weekend getaways. But as time goes on, I've started wondering: Am I finding the best flights? Is there an easier-to-use site out there? I turned to

American Airlines Flight Attendants Will Picket Their Own Airline Today Over Its 'Inhumane' and 'Punitive' New Policy

There are 27,000 flight attendants currently working for American Airlines, and their union is trying to get as many of them possible to protest against American Airlines on Thursday. The reason for the planned pickets at American Airlines global headquarters near Dallas/Ft. Worth International Airport? Actually, there are at least three, at least

Get Ready for Higher Fares and Fees to Jolt Sagging U.S. Airline Profits

U.S. airlines, bruised by higher fuel prices, are stepping up efforts to raise fares and increase fees to avoid a third straight year of declining profits. “Carriers have struggled to keep pace with the rising cost of fuel, among many others,” John Heimlich, chief economist of Airlines for America, a trade group, told reporters on a conference call

Thousands of Short Term Rentals in Vancouver Have Until Friday to Get Their Licence

Vancouver’s new short-term rental regulations, which limit who can list a property and requires operators to get a business licence, went into effect April 19. At the time, the city set out a grace period to allow operators to understand the new rules and apply for a licence, before enforcement ramps up and it starts fining operators who don’t have a licence.

Family's Payout for Egypt Hotel Bug

The family-of-four, from south Wales, had vomiting and diarrhoea while on holiday in Hurghada in April 2016. Their solicitors found food hygiene failings at the Steigenberger Aqua Magic Hotel. Thomas Cook, who were ordered to pay £26,000 in compensation and costs, said the safety of guests was its priority. John Cooper and his wife Susan

Campaign Planned to Attract Cruise Ships to Great Lakes

A coalition of government and business groups is kicking off a campaign to attract cruise ships to the Great Lakes. Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder and other officials are scheduled to attend an announcement of the "Cruise the Great Lakes" initiative Thursday on Mackinac Island. The announcement will coincide with a port of call by Victory 1

Cruise Lines Ditching Plastic: An Environmental Win for the Sector?

As Hurtigruten announces plans to become the world's first plastic-free cruise company, more and more lines are following suit. What are cruise lines doing to get rid of plastic on board, and why are they jumping on the bandwagon now? board, and why are they jumping on the bandwagon now? For years, plastic has steadily seeped into the world’s

September is the Greatest Month to Travel – Here's Where to Go

September is a lovely month for travelling in Britain and Europe. The summer crowds have gone, prices have fallen, the Mediterranean is at its warmest and, while temperatures have eased, it is still reliably sunny – a great time for a city or a beach break. Even in Britain, there is a good chance of decent weather. So our

How to Get the Most Out of a Theme Park Trip

Visiting theme parks is always a popular pick for family vacations, and this year is no exception: according to a recent survey by AAA, a membership-based federation of motor clubs, more than one in three people who are planning a family vacation this year will visit a theme park. AAA’s research shows that the Orlando area, which has the

36 Hours in the Dolomites

A travel tip for the Dolomites: You don’t want to be the driver, negotiating steep hairpin turns and bands of Italian cyclists pedaling through dangerously narrow mountain passes. You want to be the passenger, the one hanging her head out the window, mouth agape, transfixed on the mountain peaks and gloriously green valleys. This

What You Need to Know Before Visiting Petra, Jordan's Lost City

One of the New Seven Wonders of the World, the Lost City of Petra hides coyly behind Southern Jordan’s pink sandstone cliffs. The rock-cut ruins of the lost Nabatean Kingdom feature Corinthian pillars, Hellenistic urns and, in the case of the Treasury, classical relief sculptures fit for a king. The contrast between the jagged desert cliffs

MEGA-ONLINE CONFERENCE UNITES 46 TOP SPEAKERS AND 2,457 AGENTS FOR THE GROUP SALES SUCCESS SUMMIT 2018

Memphis, TN – The Group Sales Success Summit (GSSS) took place online August 1 – 10, 2018 and connected group travel specialists with industry executives, professional business coaches and top selling group agencies. This large scale niche training event delivered informative and inspiring video messages for 10 days and has become a group business catalyst.

Central Holidays Introduces Amazing Winter Travel Deals

Moonachie, NJ – (August 27, 2018) – Central Holidays is pleased to introduce amazing Europe winter travel deals to splendid destinations throughout Italy, Spain, France, Malta, and Greece – unbelievably priced from just $349 per person. The travel brand’s product development team of destination specialists has negotiated remarkable preferred pricing and is leveraging its strong buying power to present these exclusive travel deals, chock-full of value-added perks, bonus sightseeing, and one-of-a kind experiences – all at unparalleled package prices.

‘Overtourism’ Worries Europe. How Much Did Technology Help Get Us There?

Over the summer, my wife and I traveled with our two young kids on a two-week vacation through Europe. It wasn’t as highfalutin as it sounds. In London, our Airbnb had ample skylights — which rendered the place all but uninhabitable during Europe’s heat wave. In Paris, our charming home-share had a cavernous hole in the ceiling of the entryway, revealing load-bearing beams

JetBlue Was One of the Last Airlines to Offer Free Checked Bags. Now It’s Leading the Way in Raising Fees

Checking a bag with an airline — which was free with the purchase of a ticket not long ago — just got more expensive. JetBlue, once the industry upstart beloved for combining low airfare prices and abundant free amenities, just raised the price of checked baggage from $25 to $30 for your first piece of luggage, and from $35 to $40 for a second bag. If you want to

The Busiest Air-Travel Days for Labor Day Are …

Flying for Labor Day? You won’t be alone. The Airlines for America trade group estimates 16.5 million passengers will fly worldwide on U.S. carriers during a weeklong period bracketing Labor Day, which is Monday (Sept. 3). The total for the Wednesday (Aug. 29)-through-Tuesday (Sept. 4) window would be a 3.5 percent increase from comparable dates a year ago.

From Sex-Crazed Dolphins to Giant Jellyfish, These Animals Have All Caused Beach Closures This Summer

Swimming has been banned at the beach at Landévennec in Brittany, France, after a dolphin in heat started displaying sexual behaviour towards people in the water. The animal, nicknamed Zafar, is well known in the local area, having spent the summer in various beaches around the Bay of Brest. Previously he was a welcome sight for tourists, approaching boats and sometimes letting swimmers hold onto his dorsal fin.

U.S. Says Cuba is Safer Now, But There Are Still Plenty of Rules for Traveling Americans

Travel to Cuba can be confusing, especially in light of U.S. travel restrictions and advisories that often make people think twice about visiting the island. But a new U.S. travel advisory should at least help alleviate some concerns about safety. Last week the State Department softened the travel advisory on Cuba from a Level 3 (reconsider travel) to a Level 2 (exercise caution)

Majestic Princess’ Captain Dino Sagani

It’s the biggest ship to ever sail in Australia for Princess Cruises — a 19-deck, 143,000-tonne mega-ship with 3560 passengers on board. And you’d be forgiven for thinking the sheer size of the 330m-long, 68m-high Majestic Princess might be enough to make even an experienced cruise captain nervous. But guiding the ship to dock for the first time in Darwin, Brisbane, and then Sydney Harbour

Despite Recent Violence in Cancun, Officials Say Tourist Zone is Safe for Vacationers

After Mexican officials discovered eight bodies in Cancun last week, the U.S. State Department issued a travel advisory to the country. Not surprisingly, the incident has caused some travelers to reconsider vacationing on the Yucatán Peninsula. However, security experts and tourism officials say the area remains safe for foreign visitors. The incident took place in Cancun — which is located in the state of Quintana Roo

Ishi

In 1865, white settlers in California killed more than 40 Native Americans in what has become known as the Three Knowles Massacre. The remnants of the Yahi tribe fled into the forest and hid. For the next forty years, the last of the Yahi lived in the woods and gradually died off. On August 29, 1911

Why Croatia and Its Gorgeous Islands Are Best Seen on a Cruise Ship

Vis is said to be one of the prettiest of the 1,244 islands along Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast. I can see it in the distance from the island of Hvar, where some 15 years ago I bought an old stone house that I spend time in whenever I can. But I had never been to Vis, even though it’s only 30 minutes away by boat. Jadrolinija, the extensive Croatian ferry network that is the lifeline

A Short History of the First Airport Hotels

In its long “History of Firsts,” Hilton Hotels & Resorts claims to have pioneered the airport hotel concept with the opening of the San Francisco Airport Hilton in 1959. Unfortunately, their claim is off by at least 30 years. Aviation historians say the first hotel built at a United States airport opened its doors to the traveling public on July 15, 1929, on the grounds of what is now

Calls for Airbnb to Be Banned in Cork City

Airbnb property rentals should be banned in Cork city until adequate housing is available for everyone, former Lord Mayor Des Cahill has said. The Fine Gael city councillor said the rise in short-term Airbnb rentals for holidaymakers has resulted in fewer homes being made available for families caught up in the housing crisis. Until the severe shortages of properties in the market

Trains vs. Planes: What's the Real Cost of Travel?

Flights often seem to be the fastest and cheapest travel options. That's not so, as DW's data visualizations show. Factoring in transit time and environmental damage, here's how to assess the true costs of travel. How much is a plane ticket from London to Paris? The answer is only a web search away, and more and more Europeans are being enticed by cheap prices to take

These Are 10 of the Most Beautiful Lakes in Europe

In a country full of beautiful lakes, Hallstatt stands out from the crowd. The charming town of the same name on the banks of the lake is thought to be the oldest continually inhabited settlement in Europe and is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Touring the lake by boat gives you the best views of the town with the mountains rising up behind it.

Airport Meals That Are, Yes, Healthy

Is it really possible to find healthy food at an airport? When it comes to airports in the United States, at least, the answer is yes, increasingly so. In recent years, airports around the country have amped up their availability of healthy snacks, meals and drinks to cater travelers who want to follow a balanced diet when they are away from home. “Health-conscious travel has

The World's 25 Most Beautiful Cruise Vessels

Many of the cruise ships that have debuted in recent years are big and blocky. Elegance in exterior design seems to be a thing of the past. But there still are a number of cruise vessels sailing the world's oceans and rivers that cut a sleek and alluring profile. Scroll through the carousel above for USA TODAY's picks for the 25 cruise vessels with the most beautiful exteriors.

JetBlue Says 'Refresh' is Coming to TrueBlue; Will Tweak Points 'Pooling'

Attention JetBlue frequent-fliers: changes are on the way. The airline isn’t making major changes to its points scheme, but JetBlue’s TrueBlue program members will soon see an updated website for tracking and redeeming their points. JetBlue is alerting customers to the change in an e-mail on Tuesday. “In addition to having a more intuitive, modern interface, the new TrueBlue portal

Ten Years of Airbnb: The Madcap Idea That Revolutionised Travel

For years, I never considered using Airbnb. In the back of my mind were various assumptions and prejudices. It was for students; the places would be dirty; the hosts certifiable; just not, well… proper. For middle-aged people with jobs, like me, there were hotels. Airbnb was one of those youthful pursuits, like camping, that was safely behind me. Then I found myself

'Bruce Lee's Chinatown' Tour Offers a Personal Look at Lee, Beyond Martial-Arts Stardom

Don Wong knew Bruce Lee. As young men, they worked at Ruby Chow’s restaurant together. When Wong, leading the Wing Luke Museum’s “Bruce Lee’s Chinatown Tour” describes his connection with the martial-arts star, it’s not the brag you might expect. He speaks with a touch of sadness as he reminisces about attending the judo classes Lee held at the restaurant after hours.

Order a New Globe: Macedonia Is Getting a New Name

Two months ago at Lake Prespa, on the northern Greek border, Macedonian prime minister Zoran Zaev emerged from talks with Greece and announced an agreement to change his country's name to "North Macedonia." National name changes are rare, but this was the second one to hit headlines in just a couple of months. And that little added "North" looks innocent

Athens City Guide: What to See Plus the Best Bars, Hotels and Restaurants

he revival of Europe’s classical capital has attracted plenty of artists, curators and digital nomads. But it’s entrepreneurial young Athenians who are opening pop-up restaurants, design collectives and guesthouses, regenerating derelict buildings in rough-around-the-edges areas such as Pangrati, Kypseli and Keramikos. Messy and unpredictable, Athens fizzes with an intense energy that burns bright into the night.

Lavazza Has Opened a Coffee Museum in Italy

If Italy's deep-rooted café culture and exquisite, inky espresso weren't enough reason to visit, here's one more: a museum dedicated to all things coffee has opened in Turin. The Lavazza Museum, opened this summer, is the latest venture from this veteran Italian company — founded in 1895 by a mustachioed grocer named Luigi, and now the market leader in Italy and

Top Family Cruise Lines in the Caribbean for Pre-School Children

You might see the Caribbean’s beaches as an invitation to relax, but for your toddler, they are one big adventure playground. Soft sand just begs to be built into castles, bowing palm trees are designed for clambering up, and that calm, warm Caribbean Sea is eminently splashable. The laidback atmosphere means there’s no need for formal behaviour, and boisterous toddlers and

Why Pay More To Stay In A Great Hotel? Here Is A Reason From Budapest

Everyone comes back from a trip abroad with a story about traveling—that is, something about the experience beyond sightseeing. You know—airport hassles, or an unexpected act of kindness, perhaps a weird moment with a fellow passenger. But I must say that sometimes you get really lucky with an event that takes the edge off some of the little insults that are bound to be part of any vacation.

15 Travel Books That Will Change The Way You See The World

The success of any great travel book can be measured not in awards, but in miles. The sheer distances they take our imaginations, and the miles they inspire us to hike, drive and fly—those are the things that matter when it comes to these books. And sometimes, reading a travel book can book can be as transformative as the journey itself. Ready for a reading list

Switzerland Ranks As the Hottest Honeymoon Destination for 2018

Switzerland, the nation of stunning landscapes, arts, the Alps and, of course, chocolates has made its way to the highest rank. Yes, the country has topped the chart as per a study by Pinterest to emerge as the hottest honeymoon destination for the year. While India has been in irrevocable love with the land, the results have made its worldwide charm quite evident.

Book—Don’t Cook! Celebrate The Holidays With American Cruise Lines

GUILFORD, CT—August 27, 2018— American Cruise Lines announces its full line-up of holiday cruises for the upcoming 2018 season. Whether you are celebrating Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year’s, gather your loved ones and book—don’t cook! Take a joy filled holiday cruise and let American handle every detail while you relax and enjoy an unforgettable stress-free holiday. American’s holiday cruises aboard their new fleet of intimate small ships are wonderful for solo travelers, couples, or family groups.

The Founding of St. Augustine

The oldest continuously occupied city in the United States established by Europeans was first sighted on this day in 1565. Explorer Pedro Medendez founded St. Augustine, naming it for St. Augustine of Hippo. He and 600 of his soldiers arrived and settled in an Indian village which they

The Best Islands in America

The coasts of America are dotted with too many magnificent islands to count, let alone summarize on a Top 12 list. So first, our deepest, breeziest apologies to Alcatraz, Manhattan, Molokai, Key West, Whidbey Island, Isle Royale, Gasparilla, Chincoteague

Travel News: Chase Ultimate Rewards Points Transfer to JetBlue Now

The Chase Ultimate Rewards points program has a new transfer partner: JetBlue True Blue. Ultimate Rewards points are redeemable directly for travel-related purchases at set rates of 1-1.5 cents apiece through the Ultimate Rewards portal. However, Chase

4 Secrets To Stir Passion In The Heart Of Travel: Leah Marshall Of Le Bristol Paris

Welcome to "The Heart of Travel," a new interview series that goes behind the scenes of the hospitality business to shine a spotlight on accomplished pros who bring polished skills and a passionate will to well-loved places. Personable, whip-smart, funny and elegantly stylish

Impact of Technology on Travel: Enriches Not Dehumanises the Travel Experience, Report Says

A friend was in Shanghai recently and took a cab to a restaurant, and on arrival she took out cash to pay for the fare. The driver stared at her, said he didn’t accept cash, that she paid with WeChat Pay, which she didn’t have. To cut a long story short

2 Photos Show How Different It is Visiting Portugal in the High Season Vs. the Low Season

The Livraria Lello bookstore in Porto, Portugal is one of the world's oldest bookstores and frequently ranked as one of the most beautiful bookstores in the world. By any measure, it is a top tourism destination in a country suddenly exploding with tourists.

August Route Roundup: Where Airlines Are Adding (or Cutting) Service

Airlines constantly tweak their schedules, trying to find profitable new routes or pulling the plug on ones that have underperformed. Airports and communities court these new services. There are dozens of changes to airline routes each month. Here's a look at some of the most interesting:

You Can Now Embark on a Cruise From Detroit For the First Time in Decades

You don't have to fly to the Caribbean or the Bahamas to take a cruise. We went on board this cruise ship which is now starting and stopping its itinerary in Detroit. Welcome aboard the Victory II, cruising the Great Lakes and beyond.

New Video Gives Sneak Peek on Board Virgin's New 'Adult Only' Cruise Ship

Cruises are built for those who want to escape their world for a moment as they sail along the high seas. A vital part of this for so many cruise goers is being able to zone out and relax in a stress-free environment. However that can be quite difficult to

A Bear Had a Scary Good Time After Wandering into the Shining Hotel in Colorado

A black bear wandered the lobby of the Colorado hotel that inspired Stephen King to write “The Shining.” Stanley Hotel vice president Reed Rowley tells KDVR-TV 300 guests were sound asleep as the bruin figured out how to open the door and climbed

Two of Abu Dhabi's Star Attractions Appear on List of "World's Greatest Places of 2018"

Abu Dhabi’s standing as a world leader in tourism has received another welcome boost after two of its attractions appeared in a list of the greatest places of 2018. Both the Louvre Abu Dhabi and Warner Bros World Abu Dhabi were the only

5 Sensational Places to Visit in September

The weather is beginning to moderate from the extremes of summer in the Northern Hemisphere and winter in the Southern. You may find some hotels starting to lower prices from the high season. And crowds are starting to thin out. If you can arrange the

Best in Travel

Visiting the Louvre in Paris. Sunbathing on the Azores. Biking across the Appian Way. If any of these are on your bucket list, you’re in luck — MONEY ranked these spots as the best value European trips you can take this year. To find European travel destinations

The Krakatoa Eruption

During the spring and summer of 1883, the volcano on the South Pacific island of Krakatoa had been particularly active. In August of that year, however, the eruptions intensified and on August 24th, began to occur every 10 minutes.

The Destruction of Pompeii

It was the day after Vulcanalia, the festival of the Roman god of fire. On August 24th, death rained down on the Roman village of Pompeii from Mount Vesuvius. For several weeks, the wells around the town had begun to go dry. A series of small earth tremors began. Then, on August 24th, the eruption commenced and lasted for almost 19 hours.

In South Africa, Whale Watching Is a Waiting Game (With Penguins)

In a world so unpredictable, we reassure ourselves with the knowledge that there will always remain a few enduring certainties: The Earth revolves around the sun. Toothpaste, once unfurled, can never return to its tube. The better a restaurant’s view, the more mediocre its food. The only things Drake loves are his bed and his mama. And if you visit

This is the Best European Vacation Destination Right Now

Visiting the Louvre in Paris. Sunbathing on the Azores. Biking across the Appian Way. If any of these are on your bucket list, you’re in luck — MONEY ranked these spots as the best value European trips you can take this year. To find European travel destinations that won’t break the bank, MONEY dug into its Best in Travel database to zero in on Europe. We analyzed year-over-year changes

Las Vegas: Sneak Peek at Palms Casino Resort's $620 Million Makeover

Palms Casino Resort, a one-time Las Vegas hot spot that hosted a season of MTV's "Real World" and Katy Perry's "Waking up in Vegas'' video, hopes to regain its hipness with a $620 million renovation. The 1,365-room hotel and casino, about a mile off the Strip behind Bellagio and across the street from Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino and Gold Coast Hotel & Casino, started

Everything You Need to Know About Ryanair Controversial New Baggage Rules

Ryanair is changing its baggage policy yet again, a move that will further restrict what passengers can take on its aircraft for free. Here we outline how the changes will affect your trip. What is Ryanair doing? Overhauling its baggage policy... again. The budget carrier introduced new rules on luggage in January, but it appears to have gone back to the drawing board.

Tour Operator Thomas Cook Removes 300 Guests From Egypt Hotel After 'Fit and Healthy' Couple Die

Tour operator Thomas Cook is evacuating all of its customers from a hotel in Egypt’s Red Sea resort of Hurghada after two Britons died there this week under unclear circumstances. The move came after John and Susan Cooper, from Burnley in northern England, died while staying at the Steigenberger Aqua Magic Hotel. They were on a holiday with other family members.

Disney to Sell Early Morning Starts to Toy Story Land

Disney’s Hollywood Studios theme park visitors can start their day ahead of the crowds at Toy Story Land via a new early-access program sold by Walt Disney World. The “Early Morning Magic” event becomes available on select mornings beginning Sept. 17. Participants will have access to the land’s Slinky Dog Dash roller coaster, Alien Swirling Saucers ride and various

The Most Popular Labor Day Weekend Destinations and What to Do in Each of Them

Labor Day may be just around the corner, but that doesn’t mean it’s too late to make a quick three-day weekend getaway happen. To help all would-be travelers plan, Yelp compiled a list of the top 10 “must-see” U.S. destinations for the unofficial end of summer weekend. To compile the list, Yelp explained it looked at cities across the country that saw the biggest spike in

Hurricane Lane Update: Hawaii Residents Prepare for Category 4 Cyclone

Hurricane Lane, a Category 4 cyclone, is already making an impact on the Hawaiian islands, with anticipated landfall late on Thursday or early Friday, according to the National Weather Service. The storm is reported to have winds up to 145 mph, and Hawaii Governor David Ige is warning residents to prepare themselves with at least 14 days of food and water and to seek

US State Department's New Travel Warning System

The discovery of eight bodies on the streets of the city of Cancun, Mexico on August 23 not only raised the idea of safety in Mexico yet again but cast a fresh light on the US State Department’s new travel warning system, which was rolled out in January. The State Department replaced its traditional travel warnings and travel alerts with a travel advisory for every country.

Do Airline Tickets Need Warning Labels?

Airline tickets are more complicated and confusing than ever. Do they also need warning labels? Maybe. A provision in the Senate version of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Reauthorization Act requires air carriers to disclose their baggage fees, cancellation fees, change fees, ticketing fees and seat selection fees “in a standardized format.” It’s unclear whether the

How I Learned the Truth About These Common Cruise Myths

Last summer I finally went on a cruise and discovered that everything I thought I knew was wrong. Here's what a 12-day tour of the Mediterranean Rivieras aboard Holland America's Westerdam taught me. Yes, you will find seniors who have the time to take vacations sailing the seas—but they’re not the only ones. There is a wonderful mix of ages; some are going it solo, some with groups of friends. There are families and

Major Hurricane Lane Forces Hawaii-Based Cruise Ship to Remain at Sea; Next Sailing Delayed

With Major Hurricane Lane bearing down on the Hawaiian Islands, Norwegian Cruise Line has been forced to delay Pride of America's next cruise and reroute the current one to avoid the storm. Pride of America's Saturday, August 25 departure will leave from its homeport of Honolulu on Monday, August 27. The ship is now nearing the end of a weeklong cruise that

Central Holidays Unveils Novel Small Group Experiences for Individual Travelers

Moonachie, NJ – (August 22, 2018) – Central Holidays today unveiled its newest offering – the “Explorer Series by Central Holidays’ Group Travel Experiences,” immersive and experiential small group tours that can be booked by travel agents for their individual travelers, couples, or friends traveling together.

Eugene Bullard

Eugene Bullard joined the French Foreign Legion upon the outbreak of World War I. A native of Georgia, he traveled back to the United States to enlist and fight for his country when the U.S. joined the war. Though he passed his physical, the government denied him a commission as a pilot because of his race.

36 Hours in Thessaloniki

Frequently outshone by the idyllic Aegean Islands, and overshadowed by the ancient glories of Athens, Greece’s second-largest city is hardly a household name. But the buzzing metropolis in the country’s northern mainland doesn’t need to trade on its looks or fame to earn respect. The once-powerful port is still filled with the Unesco-listed remains of the three empires that ruled it

Is the New Crop of Cruise Ships the Ugliest Ever?

There was a time when even the biggest passenger vessels cut an elegant profile. They were sleek and streamlined to slice through the waves, and they often had gracious curves and highly-designed superstructures. Alas, those days are long gone. As cruise ships have gotten bigger over the years, they've also gotten boxier and (some would say) less appealing to the eye.

Seven of the World's Most Colorful Places

If you saw a photograph of any of these colorful places, you’d think it was heavily edited. Can anywhere really have colors so bright and vibrant? These seven places are naturally vivid — but you may have to visit to believe it. Rainbow Mountains, China. Formed millions of years ago by layers of sandstone and minerals, the mountains of Zhangye Danxia Landform Geological Park

10 of Airbnb's Quirkiest Listings

Airbnb is celebrating its 10-year anniversary this August. In the last decade the online accommodation network has expanded at an unbelievable rate, and now boasts more than five million hosts in 81,000 cities across 191 countries. With the number of listings growing every year, the diversity of offerings has increased too. Tourists don’t have to settle for some bog-standard holiday let

I Hated Corfu, But I Had It All Wrong

The quintessential package holiday, we shared poolside space with other Brits intent on working on their tans and working their way through as much cheap, local Ouzo, and all-inclusive English breakfasts as possible, day in, day out. The only thing resembling culture was the bi-weekly resort “talent” competition. Not the stuff great holidays are made of, at least not for me.

Raise a Glass to These Winemakers on Norwegian Cruise Lines' Fall Sailings

Learn about wines and winemakers this fall and winter when Norwegian Cruise Lines kicks off its third season of Meet the Winemaker cruises, seven-day journeys available on Norwegian's ships Bliss, Escape and Dawn. The program will be offered on an Oct. 27 sailing from the Port of Los Angeles to the Mexican Riviera (rates start at $649 per person, double occupancy)

What Can Airlines Do To Reduce Carbon Emissions?

It is estimated that the airline industry produces between 2-3% of all manmade CO2 emissions. All that jet fuel has to go somewhere. The atmosphere, mainly. And the number of people flying each year is increasing, dramatically. In 2004, almost 2 billion passengers took to the skies. By last year that number had more than doubled -- eclipsing the 4 billion mark for the first time. That's great news for the global economy. But what about global ecology?

Under the Volcano: A Tour of Etna and North-east Sicily

The little girl, dressed in a yellow satin robe, stepped on to a crane and waved at the crowd below as she was hoisted on high. The crane stopped 20 metres above the ground and the child was helped on to a metal seat on the side of a towering float topped with a crown and a cross. There she perched, a human decoration shining in the August heat, held in place just by a bar around her waist. The crane slowly descended to pick up another child.

How to Have a Harry Potter Halloween at a Real-life Hogwarts

Harry Potter fans looking for a one-of-a-kind Halloween experience are invited to visit some of the most iconic sets used in the films and enjoy a multi-course meal filled with behind-the-scenes experiences this year. The Warner Bros. Studio Tour London—The Making of Harry Potter, which introduces visitors to sets, special effects, and secrets from the popular film series, is bringing back its Halloween event for three evenings only.

Descend into the Heart of an Icelandic Volcano

National Geographic Explorer Andrés Ruzo and Coors Light share a fervent desire to dream big and make those dreams come true. For Ruzo, the ultimate dream of his Icelandic expedition was being lowered into an intact volcano. In the third of four photo essays, join Ruzo as he achieves his goal and witnesses the geologic wonders preserved within a magnificent magma chamber.

Hurricane Lane: Airlines Waive Change Fees

Airlines were waiving change fees as Hurricane Lane tracked toward Hawaii. The storm was not forecast to make a direct hit to the state, but its effects were likely to be felt on the islands by late Thursday. Lane was expected to churn to the south of the state through Saturday evening, according to forecasts from the Central Pacific Hurricane Center of National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

Avoid Sneaky Hotel Fees on Your Next Vacation

Nate Hake thought he got an incredible deal when he booked a last-minute room at a Las Vegas hotel recently. But when he checked in, the front desk agent informed the 32-year-old Colorado resident that he would also have to pay a "resort fee" of $35 plus taxes per night for the room. “They insisted on charging me the fee, or they wouldn’t let me check in,” he says. “Ultimately, I really didn’t have any choice but to pay.”

Montenegro, a Primer

When planning a family trip to Montenegro last spring, I found myself telling perplexed friends who knew next to nothing about the Balkan country: “Imagine yourself in Venice, sail down the Adriatic coast, look east and stop before you reach Albania.” But since President Trump described the country, in a Fox News interview in July, as likely to trigger World War III

OpenTable Rates the 100 Most Scenic Restaurants in the USA

Dining out is all about the food but a stunning view can elevate the experience. OpenTable, a provider of online restaurant reservations, has compiled a list of the 100 most scenic restaurants in the USA. The company, part of Booking Holdings Inc., generated the list from more than 12 million verified OpenTable diner reviews. The scenic restaurants are located in 25 states and Washington, D.C.

10 Caves to Explore in National Parks

With summer’s heat bearing down, thoughts tend to drift beachward – or northward. But many wise travelers are planning their explorations to go down – underground, that is. There are more than 4,700 caves in our national parks that can give you refuge from that relentless sun. Some of those caves are among the world’s most spectacular; four of the world’s longest

Disney fans: It's Not Too Early For Not-So-Scary Halloween Party

Go ahead, let it out. Everyone wants to say it: “Halloween? It’s only August.” And yet here we are, the beginning of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party season at Walt Disney World. The after-hours, extra-ticket event at Magic Kingdom kicked off during a heat wave last week. Why would Disney start so early, one asks? Asked and answered: The first night was a sell-out.

Zambia is Relaunching its National Airline

Two decades after it collapsed, Zambia Airways is taking off again. The former international airline, which flew to New York, Cyprus and Mumbai as well as 18 regional destinations before collapsing in 1994 due to debt, announced today that it will start flights in and out of Zambia's capital, Lusaka, starting in January 2019. The airline, which ran up a huge debt during its thirty

It Just Got Easier to Earn Free Nights at Marriott, Ritz-Carlton, and Starwood Hotels

It's a done deal: Travelers who’d been in the Starwood Preferred Guest and Ritz-Carlton Rewards loyalty programs are now Marriott Rewards members. The world’s biggest hotel brand wrapped the long-promised combination the three programs today after setting an August 18 deadline for the cutover. “The programs now operate under one set of unified benefits and one

3 Newly Renovated Historic Hotels Celebrate L.A.'s Eclectic Past

When it comes to culture, Los Angeles is often erroneously accused of having close to none—“I don't want to move to a city where the only cultural advantage is being able to make a right turn on a red light” goes the famous putdown in Annie Hall. But a recent surge in the redevelopment of historic neighborhoods like Hollywood, South Park, and Westlake has put the city’s

Dr. Seuss Inspired Young Cruisers on Carnival Ships to Read 213 Million Words This Summer

Los Angeles Dodger Enrique “Kiké” Hernandez knows how to get a kid's attention. On the baseball field, he does what comes naturally. Off the field, he grabs a good book and starts reading aloud. At a recent Long Beach event, Hernandez plopped Dr. Seuss’ signature striped hat on his head and gave an energetic reading of the new Dr. Seuss book “What Pet Should I Get?”

Why Delta Is Adding New Seatback Screens While Other Airlines Get Rid of Them

In an era when it seems like perks are constantly disappearing from planes, there is some existential reassurance when an airline decides to keep a staple of the cabin experience. In a press release last week, Delta Air Lines announced that it had installed a seatback entertainment system on its 600th aircraft. Delta now says it has more aircraft with seatback screens than any other airline in the world.

These Cruise Lines Want You To Get Off The Ship

It seems like most of the time, the news about cruising is about the ship, as in onboard race tracks, ice rinks, laser tag, basketball courts, water sports decks and an array of specialty restaurants; things designed to keep you onboard. However, that’s not necessarily true. In fact, for many lines, the emphasis is now on the destination. The idea of steaming into port in

Air Travel Isn't Getting Worse, but Passengers Are Less Satisfied

Airline passengers hate flying more than ever before — but nothing has really changed about it. The results from the new UK Aviation Consumer Survey revealed that fewer passengers are satisfied with the quality of service onboard flights, but very few people believe that air travel is getting worse. Perhaps it’s a twist on an old adage: The more things stay the same, the more dissatisfaction we feel.

Why More People Are Visiting Denmark Than Ever Before

Denmark is preparing to welcome a record number of tourists this year. And, despite warnings of overtourism, the country has no plans to slow down. Within three years, Denmark is expected to have enough hotel beds to accommodate up to 10 million tourists, almost twice the country’s population, according to the Chamber of Commerce. Earlier this year, Denmark came in

The founding of the Red Cross

In 1864, the Swiss government invited the governments of Europe and the United States to a diplomatic conference in Geneva. On August 22, 1864, that group of nations adopted the first Geneva Convention "for the Amelioration of the Condition of the Wounded in Armies in the Field".

The 52 Places Traveler: A Road (and River) Trip Through Western Germany

“Google Maps, where have you taken us?” I screamed at my phone for maybe the fifth time in an hour. I was blindly following a disembodied GPS voice off the autobahn and onto a series of hairpin turns down a mountainside in southwestern Germany’s Black Forest. My travel companion, John Eligon, a national correspondent covering race for the Times who happened to be in

Photo Tour: Four Mid-Size Cruise Ships That Prove Bigger Isn't Always Better

Are the new mega-size cruise ships from major lines such as Carnival and Princess just too big for you? Don't despair. There still are dozens of smaller vessels in the fleets of the very same lines that offer a far more intimate experience. Our latest Cruise Ship Tour, in the carousel above, offers a look at four of the most enticing of these smaller vessels in the fleets of major lines.

The Best Last-minute European Breaks For the Bank Holiday Weekend

This historic capital is often overlooked in favour of bolder and more established European destinations, but to ignore it would be a mistake. The fortifications of the city’s Old Town have been Unesco-listed since 1994 and incorporate over 10 miles of underground tunnels for visitors to explore. Ancient buildings sit cheek-by-jowl with modern structures such as the

The Theft of the Mona Lisa

On August 21, 1911 a patron of the Louvre Museum in Paris walked into the Salon Carré where Leonardo Da Vinci's Mona Lisa was on display for all to see. On this day, however, the famous painting was not on the wall where it had hung for the past five years. A search of the museum turned over no clues

Carnival Plans Sunrise for Spring

Carnival is giving Carnival Triumph a dramatic makeover next spring. In fact, the changes the line is making to the 1999-built ship are so sweeping that when she emerges from drydock, she’ll be given an entirely new name: Carnival Sunrise. This $200-million refurbishment will be of the stem-to-stern variety, affecting nearly every public space, stateroom and deck onboard.

COLLETTE ANNOUNCES INFORMATIONAL EXPLORATIONS WEBINAR ON AUGUST 23rd FOR AGENTS AND PARTNERS

Collette, global tour operator, will host a live, in-studio interactive question and answer session with Diana Ditto, director of product design on Thursday, August 23, 2018 at 2 p.m. EDT. This webinar will be focused on the relaunch of the much anticipated Explorations tour brand. The one-hour

High Heaven: Hiking Italy's Cottian Alps

The first day of my hiking trip in the Valle Maira in Piedmont, north-west Italy, begins with a hot, lung-bursting, heart-pounding three-hour slog up a steep path. I should have expected as much. The tour operator classes its new circuit in this Alpine wonderland as “Grade 3: Challenging” – and my one-day training hike along the Devon coast hadn’t prepared me.

Have Tourists Ruined the World? We Visited the Most Demonised Destinations to Find Out

I stand perfectly still in the centre of Piazza San Marco. And I really mean perfectly still, for I am filming a documentary for The Telegraph and my director, Kathryn, has instructed me not to move a muscle for 15 minutes. A time-lapse unravels around me in slow motion. Selfie sticks bob above the crowd like gondoliers’ oars. Souvenir stalls are burdened like yaks with

How the Gap Year Became a 'Gap Month' - and the Best Ways to Spend It

Who remembers the viral skit Gap Yah? Probably not Generation Z, which will be too young to remember it. Gap Yah (“I’m literally in Burma”) took aim at posh kids called Tarquin who went on “spiritual, cultural, political exchange things”. This was back (eight years ago!) when making fun of Old Etonians was as vicious as the internet got. But for Gen Z students, who

Editors' Choice Awards: The Hot 30

So often, the magic of a trip lies in the offbeat, intimate discoveries that feel like they were waiting just for you. That’s the idea behind our first-ever Editors’ Choice Awards. These are the places, experiences, and keepsakes from our recent adventures that we have loved best and wanted to share with you. We think they’re all worthy of a trip — hopefully one that will yield some unforgettable discoveries of your own.

Airline Passenger Convicted of Sexually Abusing a Woman On a Plane

A man accused of undressing and fondling a Spirit Airlines passenger while she was asleep could spend the rest of his life behind bars. Prabhu Ramamoorthy, 35, was convicted of sexual abuse on board an aircraft for digitally penetrating the victim, the US Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Michigan said. His sentencing date is set for December 12, and he could

Airlines With the Best (and Worst) Food

Depending on which of these airlines you fly, you may get served a delectable meal on bone china or a snack box of junk food. Portugal’s national airline flies to numerous European and other international destinations, and meals are included on all flights for all classes, with the size depending on the length of the flight. What makes TAP’s food so yummy is a menu that focuses on

The New York Hotel That Lets You Really Experience New York

With a small discreet entrance hidden in the heart of the theater district, it would be easy to mistake the Chatwal for a playgoer’s hidden gem near the bright lights of Broadway, and in fact it is just that, a perfect spot for those taking in the world’s most famous live performance district. But the Chatwal is much more, a luxury boutique hotel that celebrates its Big Apple

Airbnb Property Owners in France Face Discrimination Claim

Several French holidaymakers are preparing to file a discrimination complaint with France’s rights watchdog, claiming they were refused holiday rentals on online booking sites on the basis of their north African names. The French journalist Merwane Mehadji told a France Inter radio investigation that discrimination was happening when bookings were made. “I wanted to book an apartment or house in Marseille on Airbnb or Abritel,” he said.

Hurricane-free Caribbean: Cool Reasons to Visit Curacao

A Dutch island in the southern Caribbean, Curacao conveniently sits below the hurricane belt, making it appealing for travelers who can do without the angst of weather delays during the Atlantic hurricane season that continues through the end of November. Seventy miles east of Aruba and 35 miles north of Venezuela, the cosmopolitan island is a melting pot on bold

Overnight Getaways Before (or After) the Kids Go Back to School

A frantic fall schedule may be just around the corner, but hotels in Kansas City, Mo., Mexico City, Miami Beach and Key West, Fla., are offering attractive deals for one last getaway before the end of summer. Whether you want to take the family, or are looking for a getaway once the kids are back in class, these four vacation packages are worth a look.

10 of the World's Most Epic Hikes

The world’s most exciting hikes have been revealed in a new book from Lonely Planet. In Epic Hikes of the World, the publisher has listed 50 of the best walks as selected by travel experts, from urban trails to month-long treks. The guide includes practical information on the best time of year to attempt each hike, how to get there, where to stay and what to eat.

Bhutan: Getting Under the Skin of a Country That Measures Success in 'Gross National Happiness'

Tiered rice terraces reflected the vast cerulean sky like shards of a shattered mirror. Kinley Choden, my host, sat next to me on the grassy lip of the valley as we watched women plant clumps of seedlings into the flooded fields. The sun winked behind the far hills. “Let’s go home, Mum is making ara,” she said. It was a far cry from the previous night I’d spent at a hotel in Thimphu

Ocean-going Crystal Cruises Slides Smoothly Into the Luxury Niche on Europe's Rivers

We were new passengers, my wife and I, when we boarded the Crystal Bach, docked at Mainz, Germany, on the River Rhine near Frankfurt. As we walked into the Palm Court lounge, fellow passengers made no secret of their curiosity. Most of them were at the midpoint of a two-week cruise from Amsterdam. Warm and friendly, they acted as if we were new members of their private club.

Cruise Ship Passenger Says She Spent 10 hours in Adriatic Sea After Falling Overboard

A British woman on a cruise touring the Adriatic Sea fell into the water 60 miles off the coast of Croatia, apparently spending about 10 hours treading water before she was pulled into a rescue boat. The woman, who gave only her first name, Kay, spoke to reporters shortly after her rescue ship arrived at a Croatian dock. "I fell off the back of the Norwegian Star and I was in the

Visit Rome, Florence, and Venice by High-Speed Train for Less Than $40

One of our favorite train deals is back, and it's even better than last year. One-way rides on direct, high-speed trains between Rome and Florence, and Venice and Florence are as low as $11.71, thanks to a partnership between search platform GoEuro and Italy's Italo train service. That's more than 50 percent off the usual price, and means you could hit up all three cities for less than $40 round-trip.

Bulgari Brings New Beauty to Shanghai's Historical Chamber of Commerce

It’s easy to think that, with its Blade Runner-esque skyline, Shanghai is a city hyper-focused on the future. And in many ways, it is. Wandering the streets, it can feel like the city is in a constant state of construction, the embodiment of China’s rapid urbanization and economic growth. But Shanghai is a city of contrasts, where the colonial buildings dotting the Bund square off

Cantal, France, Holiday Guide: What to See Plus the Best Restaurants and Hotels

The Cantal is the rural heartland of France’s wild Auvergne region, right in the centre of the country and part of the Massif Central. Locals joke that there are more cows here than people and there certainly are not many tourists, despite a range of adventurous outdoor activities in summer and winter. Hotels and B&Bs could not be more reasonably priced, and the hearty

The World's Best Lake Resorts

Oceans crash and rivers run wild, but lakes somehow, even when they bluster, evoke a sense of serenity. In northern climes synonymous with summer, lakes combine wonder (cold or warm? deep or shallow?) with the certainty that those shores make a full circle. Lake resorts let us drift away—both literally on a boat and figuratively from life’s everyday stressors and demands.

'Unacceptable.' 'Ridiculous.' 'Inhumane.' More American Airlines Flight Attendants Speak Out About Their Airline's New Policy

Yesterday I wrote about the new policy that American Airlines announced for its flight attendants. Their union had quickly come out against it, so I set out out to ask rank-and-file American Airlines flight attendants if they supported their union's position. Short answer: If your employees quickly start using words like "unacceptable," "ridiculous," "inhumane," "horrible," and "suitable for robots

This is How Airlines Price Tickets

Many of us this summer will fly off on holiday for a well-deserved break. It's more than likely that you spent hours on the internet researching flight deals, trying to figure out an airfare pricing system that seems completely random. Fees appear to fluctuate without reason and longer flights aren't always more expensive than shorter ones. But what seems random is actually

The Assassination of Leon Trotsky

Leon Trotsky was a Russian revolutionary and Marxist theorist and one of the key leaders of the Russian October Revolution. In the Communist Party, Trotsky was second in stature only to Lenin. His opposition to the rise of Joseph Stalin, however, earned him powerful enemies. Trotsky was cast out of the Communist party and deported from Russia.

This Is the Best Airport Food, According to Pilots

Pilots and flight attendants are more familiar with the ins and outs of travel than almost anyone else. And, after chatting with a number of pilots and flight attendants about what they eat while flying, we decided to query them on the world’s best airports for dining. Below, six pilots share their favorite food-focused airports, and where they refuel. I spent the last six years flying as a

Ghost Towns of Tuscany: Scenic Splendor Frozen in Time

It’s easy to miss the ancient Tuscan town of Sommocolonia, Italy. Perched on the spine of a high ridge amid a wild expanse of canyons, ravines and chestnut forests 38 miles north of Pisa, there are no restaurants, inns or cafes there. Nor are there any banks, grocery stores, pharmacies or things that really make a town a town. The stone settlement isn’t included on most local

Has Tourism Killed Venice? We Visited During the Busiest Month of the Year to Find Out

Venice is ruined. At least you'd be forgiven for thinking that if you have been following the news in recent months. Barely a week goes by without another overtourism story emerging from the Lagoon. Ealier this year the city mayor Luigi Brugnaro proposed a cap on day-trippers. Over Easter, controversial crowd-control gates were installed at pinch-points to distribute the

The Best Chateau Hotels in France

If you've ever fancied being king or queen of your very own castle - here are 15 chateau hotels in France where you can do just that. Featuring regal interiors, turreted rooms, pools with vineyard views, Michelin-starred dining and more - in locations including the Dordogne, Provence and Normandy. This creamy stone chateau has smoky-blue shutters; traditional, pitched roof

'We Want to Be Regulated,' Airbnb Tells Liberals in Federal Budget Proposal

One of the world’s largest short-term rental websites is inviting the Trudeau Liberals to create a regulatory regime for the burgeoning industry — something its critics have long advocated and raising pressure on the government to set rules in the market. Airbnb’s budget proposal to the House of Commons finance committee asks the federal Liberals to avoid forcing “old and outdated rules”

The Friendliest Cities in the World

For years, we've asked our readers to rate a city's "friendliness" in the Readers’ Choice Awards survey, focusing on where you felt welcome. Did an outgoing local show you the way? Was the city easy to navigate? Hundreds of thousands of readers took the survey this year: If there's something to Southern hospitality, well, it seems like Australia's about as far south as you can

In Paris, a Pastry Renaissance is Underway

Blame it on the religieuse pastry, two stacked, chocolate cream-filled puffs that sent me to patisserie nirvana the first week of my long-ago junior year in Paris. When you’re used to Twinkies, that kind of experience is, indeed, a revelation. After marrying a lemon-tart-loving Frenchman and producing a daughter (vanilla macaron) and son (coffee eclair) who share my passion,

A Walking Tour Discovered a Secret Section of the Berlin Wall 29 Years After Its Fall

A 65-foot section of the Berlin Wall was accidentally discovered earlier this summer by a group of people on a walking tour. This week, Berlin gave the newly discovered section status as a protected piece of history to coincide with the the 57th anniversary of the wall’s construction. In June, Ephraim Gothe, a local politician, set out on a walking tour with a group of constituents.

Airline Rule Change Allows Miniature Horses on Board as 'Service Animals'

Southwest Airlines announced those trained to support individuals with a disability will be allowed to fly. The company say "service animals must be trained to behave in a public setting and must be under the control of the handler at all times". The U.S. airline also announced it would limit emotional support animals to only dogs and cats on its flights and will allow one per passenger.

Dazzling Places to See Sunsets Around the World

No matter what time it is, there's someone in the world right now watching a sunset. This golden hour is perhaps our most universally adored sky show, yet it dazzles in so many different ways across the face of the planet. A sunset over the tundra appears quite different from one highlighting the shoreline of a lake, while cloud patterns, air quality, weather, and seasons

Ocean-going Crystal Cruises Slides Smoothly Into the Luxury Niche on Europe's Rivers

We were new passengers, my wife and I, when we boarded the Crystal Bach, docked at Mainz, Germany, on the River Rhine near Frankfurt. As we walked into the Palm Court lounge, fellow passengers made no secret of their curiosity. Most of them were at the midpoint of a two-week cruise from Amsterdam. Warm and friendly, they acted as if we were new members of their private club.

Pike Place Market Opens

The local farmers around Seattle were not happy. Because of the distance into town and the difficult requirements of city government, most were forced to sell their produce on consignment through the wholesalers in town. As a result, they made little of the final profit on the food they brought to town.

Win at Selling the Caribbean

The stunning Caribbean features some of the world’s most picturesque destinations. Guests can visit the volcanoes of St. Kitts, take a dip in the blue rock pools in Aruba, dive shipwrecks in Grand Cayman or explore the majestic Hato Caves in Curaçao. A relatively new addition to some Caribbean itineraries is Havana, Cuba. Royal Caribbean takes their guests deeper than any other

36 Hours in Istria

Truffle aficionados aren’t the only ones who will appreciate this food lover’s paradise in northern Croatia. Ancient hill towns, craggy shorelines and a rich history are only a few of the peninsula’s other attractions. Spend enough time on this verdant peninsula and someone will tell you: “I have a friend here who has lived in four different countries and never moved.” A 100-year-old Istrian

This Is the Hottest Travel Destination for Seniors Right Now

Unencumbered by work and kids, many retirees are upping their travel game. An analysis by Priceline found that boomers book the longest average length of stay on their vacations, relative to other age groups, and spend significantly more on flights and hotels than younger travelers. “Baby boomers are active travelers,” says Kevin O’Leary, senior analyst at Priceline, via email.

Inside the Carnival Cruise Line Ships That Made Cruising History

Nostalgic for the early days of cruising? Our latest Cruise Ship Tour, in the carousel above, looks back at cruise giant Carnival's first three vessels — Mardi Gras, Carnivale and Festivale. Originally built in Britain as ocean liners and converted by Carnival into floating fun zones, the now-legendary ships helped revolutionize the cruise industry in the 1970s and put Carnival on

Paris Installs Completely Exposed Urinals Near Popular Tourist Spots

Tourists visiting Paris’ Notre Dame Cathedral and River Seine might see more than they came for as public, exposed urinals are now available for use across the city. The bright red “uritrottoirs” are meant as an eco-friendly solution to public peeing. The receptacles look like a planter at first glance, with greenery filling the top. But a sign directs eyes down to the side of the

Sports Illustrated

On this day in 1964, Sports Illustrated published its first issue. The cover featured Milwaukee Braves player Eddie Mathews at bat and New York Giants catcher Wes Westrum in Milwaukee County Stadium. Today, the magazine has over 3 million subscribers. It's infamous swimsuit issue likewise began publishing in 1964 and is an annual publishing event.

Private Jet Provider Reveals Its Most Bizarre Client Requests

The weirdest and most wonderful private jet requests have been revealed by NetJets, a private aviation company serving ultra-high net worth customers. Many of the high-flying requests have involved animals, supporting the theory that a man’s best friend really is his dog. One passenger flying intercontinentally from Europe to America with his furry companion requested

The Best Palazzo Hotels in Italy

Hundred of years ago, Italy's palazzos were home to members of the Italian nobility; today, more and more of these impressive palatial buildings have been transformed into romantic hotels that certainly make for an atmospheric place to bed down. Many have preserved original features and decorations – think precious antiques, detailed ceiling frescoes, decorative

Repositioning Means Cruises on the Cheap

It’s August, and that means that we’re coming to the close of the 2018 Alaska cruise season in Vancouver. But there is reason to rejoice: the end of the season means the start of the fall Pacific Coastal cruises, when ships reposition from Alaska back down to Mexico, the Caribbean and Asia. In order to get the ships from here to the sun destinations, cruise lines offer what are

Universal Orlando's Sleek, High-tech Aventura Hotel Debuts

The grand opening of the high-tech Aventura hotel this week will touch off a two-year run during which Universal Orlando Resorts will expand the number of rooms it has in Central Florida by more than 60 percent. The theme park giant is steeped in battle with Walt Disney World and Central Florida hotel companies for a piece of a fast-growing tourism industry, one that saw

How Southwest Airlines' New Rules for Service and Support Animals Differ From Other U.S. Carriers

Southwest Airlines on Tuesday issued a new policy to go into effect Sept. 17 regarding service and emotional support animals on flights. The airline’s new rules narrow emotional support animals to cats and dogs only, impose a limit of one animal per passenger, and require passengers to keep them on a leash or in a carrier at all times. But unlike other airlines, Southwest

The Oldest Airlines in the World That Are Still Flying Today

Not so long after the Wright brothers’ first flight on the beaches of Kitty Hawk in 1903, commercial airlines began forming around the world. The very first would be over 100 years old now — if they were still around. However, there are some airlines still flying today that are well into their 90s and going strong. Pinpointing which airlines are among the world’s oldest is a little

Photography Tours Can Up Your Social Media Game

Have you dreamed of returning home from a trip with photos you would be proud to hang above the sofa? The ones that would make your social media followers wish they were you? If you’re disappointed with your travel photos, you’re in good company. Many of us have experienced a post-vacation letdown when what’s on our memory card fails to meet expectations.

New Adults-only Tour Operator Launches for "Sexual Adventurists"

A new adults-only tour operator has launched in the UK, offering holidays and cruises for the more adventurous traveller. Temptation Holidays offers trips to boutique resorts in Cancun, Mexico, as well as European and Caribbean cruises for over-21s. Some resorts come equipped with playrooms for “sexual adventurists”. The tour operator follows another adults-only

SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS AWARDED “FAVORITE AIRLINE IN AFRICA” BY TRAZEE TRAVEL’S MILLENNIAL READERS

Fort Lauderdale, FL (August 15, 2018) – Trazee Travel, a unique interactive web-based publication for millennial travelers has named South African Airways (SAA), the national flag carrier of South Africa as the “Favorite Airline in Africa” for the fourth consecutive year. South African Airways was honored with the accolade at the annual The Trazee awards event hosted by Global Traveler

US Luxury Travellers Are Eyeing Up These Destinations

Planning a trip usually means finding a budget that will let you see everything you want to see without completely emptying your bank account. Luckily, many of the destinations that are surging in popularity with US luxury travellers this fall are within reach of those who don’t have a luxury-sized budget. Luxury travel network Virtuoso has revealed the destinations that are in-demand

In the Hospitality Game, New Players With Familiar Names

Not just any bar in New York City will offer you corn nuts in a coupe de champagne that took six artisans to craft from fine crystal. But that is how things are done in The Bar at Baccarat Hotel. With its prismatic glass facade and 114 light-filled suites (Champagne on speed dial, flutes at the ready), the entire property was created as a 21st-century embodiment of a French crystal brand founded circa 1764 by the royal decree of King Louis XV.

J.D. Power: JetBlue, Southwest top frequent-flier ratings

JetBlue Airways’ “TrueBlue” frequent-flier program topped the list for customer satisfaction for the second consecutive year. That’s according to J.D. Power, which revealed its 2018 Airline Loyalty Program Satisfaction Study on Wednesday. It’s the second year that the group looked specifically at airline loyalty programs, a study that’s in addition to J.D. Power’s long-running overall customer-satisfaction ratings for airlines.

How to Spend a Weekend in Jaipur

With grand palaces, historic city walls and buzzing streets, the Pink City (admittedly it’s more a shade of salmon) is the perfect stop as part of a larger North India tour. It’s the most complex and largest of the cities in Rajasthan, though it’s perfectly possible to navigate solo or as part of a small group. Its modern offerings, juxtaposed with centuries-old institutions

Scotland in France? Germany in Argentina? Curious Towns That Lost Their Compass

In 2017 Clare Wiley paid a visit to La Cumbrecita, a surreal slice of Deutschland in rural Argentina. “The street signs are in German, the restaurants serve schnitzel and goulash, while the delis peddle Bavarian-style beer and jars of homemade sauerkraut,” she wrote. “It’s undeniably kitsch.” La Cumbrecita was designed as a faithful recreation of a Swiss-German village

Best Water Parks in the Country

Summertime means plunging down water slides, bobbing in wave pools and floating along lazy rivers. At least, that’s how we roll in South Florida, home to water parks and attractions that deliver all of the above in abundance. Rapids Water Park in Riviera Beach isn’t South Florida’s only oasis for wet-and-wild fun. For spills there are new inflatable obstacle courses in Dania

Put Down That Lamp! What You Can — and Can’t — Take From Your Hotel Room

When Lynn Culver stays at a hotel, she helps herself to the soaps and shampoos in her room. If housekeeping replaces the items, she takes the new ones, too. Culver, a retired attorney from Lumberton, N.J., believes her room rate covers the amenities. “But some of my fellow travelers consider this stealing,” she says. “Can you please settle a dispute among friends?”

The Best Places to Travel in September

Ah, summer comes to an end in this transitional month, but it doesn’t have to mean farewell to your travels. Some of the best places to travel are more inviting than ever in September. Crowds are fewer, temperatures are milder, and a chill in the evenings makes it so cozy to put on a sweater or sit by a fire. European cities host plenty of September festivals, including

Review: Viking River Cruise through Europe

One of the hottest travel trends of the last decade has been the rapid rise in popularity of European river cruises. I've been reading about them, writing about them, seeing the ads when watching Downton Abbey and wondering about them for years. But I always hesitated to go on one fearing I'd be the youngest person onboard, feel embarrassed to participate in the organized

Airlines and Cruise Ships Are Cracking Down on Emotional Support Animals

Sorry, your emotional support hedgehog is not allowed on the plane. Southwest Airlines is the latest large carrier to tighten the leash on passengers bringing emotional support animals (ESAs) onboard. The airline announced that starting in September, only dogs and cats on a leash or in a carrier will be allowed to fly as ESAs and passengers can travel with only one animal.

Southwest Latest Airline to Restrict Service, Emotional Support Animals

Southwest Airlines has become the latest big airline to tighten its policies on service and emotional support animals. The carrier said its “update” would take effect Sept. 17 and would “provide clearer guidelines” to customers hoping to bring such animals onto its flights. Southwest's policies cover three types of service or support animals: emotional support animals (ESAs)

How Hotel Operators Can Win And Retain More Customers

Process management or process modeling is an underrated application that can be used to enhance the experience of travel. More than ever, the hospitality industry is looking for ways to increase their productivity and leverage technology for client communications. Business process management (BPM) is one discipline that can assist airlines, hotels and other travel related

The Cologne Cathedral

On August 15, 1248, the cornerstone of the Cologne Cathedral was laid. Construction was completed in in 1880, a period of over 600 years. Originally, the Cathedral was conceived as a home for religious relics of the Three Kings which had come into the possession of the Archbishop

Frontier Adds Two Florida Airports in 11-route Expansion

Frontier Airlines is adding the Florida city of Sarasota to its route map as part of a broader 11-route expansion that also will return the carrier to Fort Lauderdale. Frontier’s flights from Sarasota (airport code SRQ) begin Dec. 10, when the “ultra-low-cost carrier” begins twice-weekly seasonal service to Cleveland (CLE). “This announcement brings the first nonstop service to

The South Pacific Tourists Rarely See

It’s 250 years since James Cook launched the first of three Pacific voyages in 1768 aboard HMS Endeavour. He didn’t set foot on the Cook Islands until 1773 but what he did record throughout, besides unflattering observations of the natives, was a South Pacific idyll of swaying palms and turquoise lagoons. Yet the paradise he first set eyes upon has come under threat in

Business Owners, Visitors Rejoice as Yosemite Reopens

The 20-day closure during peak tourist season at one of the busiest parks in the U.S. cost Shaw $200,000 in lost revenue at his 120-person hotel just outside Yosemite. Most of the park is set to reopen Tuesday. The nearly three-week closure was the result of a massive wildfire that has burned 150 square miles (389 sq. kilometres) and killed two firefighters since it started July 13.

Seattle Airplane Theft Prompts Review of Security Measures

The spectacular theft of a 76-seat plane from the Seattle airport by a ground crew employee is prompting an industrywide review of how to thwart such insider security threats, though it remains unclear what steps airlines might take. "This is too big a deal. It's not going to go away," said Glen Winn, a former Secret Service agent who teaches in the University of Southern

Disney: Complete Eat to the Beat Concert Lineup Set for Epcot

All those TBAs have been filled in for the Eat to the Beat concert series, part of the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival, which kicks off at the end of this month at Walt Disney World. Of the record-setting 32 artists, Disney lists nine as “new,” as in new to Eat to the Beat. They include Mercy Me, Glass Tiger, Tauren Wells, Vertical Horizon and Sheila E in September, Jim

Paris in the Fall

This perennial champ, having had its thunder taken by cities like London and Tokyo, now is back with a vengeance with a crop of pilgrimage-worthy restaurants, top-to-bottom overhauls of the world's most iconic hotels, and the elevation of the concept store. And you still can't turn a corner without running into a Rodin.

Open and Shut Case: Why the Package Holiday is Back

he last time I went on a package holiday France had just won the World Cup. It was 1998, the peak of the package’s popularity, and my mates and I celebrated the end of our exams with a week in Magaluf. We had a brilliant time but it wasn’t an experience I’ve ever felt the need to repeat – until now. Twenty years on, France have won the World Cup once again

5 Easy Ways to Eliminate Plastic From Your Travels

No matter how good travel may be for the soul, it's not always great for the environment. According to The New York Times, a “round-trip flight from New York to San Francisco emits about 0.9 metric tons of carbon dioxide per person.” That works out to about one-eighteenth the average American’s carbon emissions per year. When you’re traveling long distances, it’s very difficult

Carnival Cruise Line's Three Newest Cruise Ships Headed to New Homeports

Carnival Cruise Line is shuffling a few of their ships as their three newest cruise ships are relocating to new homeports next month. Carnival Horizon, Carnival Vista, and Carnival Breeze will all be sailing from new homeports in September. Here is a rundown of where each cruise ship will be sailing from and the cruises that will be offered on each vessel. Carnival Horizon

Photo Tour: Cruise Ship Pool Decks That Will Blow Your Mind

Looking for some deck-top fun on your next cruise? Our latest Cruise Ship Tour, in the carousel above, offers our picks for the vessels with the most spectacular pool decks. As can be seen in the tour, pool decks on cruise ships are getting ever more elaborate, with everything from pool-side movie theaters to outdoor bars and lounges, casual dining venues and even private cabanas.

The Secrets to Being a Great Hotel Guest

Travelers often expect a whole host of accommodations and amenities during their stay at a hotel. But it’s as much on the guest as it is hotel employees to foster a pleasant experience. In most cases, “if you come at hotel people with a really positive attitude, you’re going to get an overwhelmingly positive response,” says Adam Sperling, general manager of Hotel

Explore the Chicest Coworking Spaces in the World's Top Hotels

As workers become increasingly mobile, cool coworking spaces have sprung up across the world, each upping the ante on amenities and design. And the hotels aren't just paying attention; they're one-upping those dedicated workspaces by opening up their public areas to creative locals. Sheraton, which is currently undergoing a brand-wide transformation, is going all in by

Social Security Act

On August 14, 1935, President Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act to provide a government pension system for the retired. The program is funded with payroll taxes known as Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA). Outside of the spending for the U.S. military, the Social Security

New Boutique Hotel Celebrates African American Culture in the Big Easy

A boutique hotel in New Orleans is changing the face of hospitality. The Moor is the first in a planned series of openings from Homage Hospitality, a brand co-founded by Howard University graduates Marcus Carey and Damon Lawrence. Boutique hotels are a dime a dozen in New Orleans – and the US – so what sets Homage properties apart are their twin goals of celebrating

10 Travel Writers, 10 Favorite Hotels

What makes a hotel your favorite? The favorite? Every traveler has a different criteria: some love grand properties with opulent décor, while others prefer small places with a personal touch. The service, the food, the rooms and the setting usually figure in too. If you’re lucky, you’ve stayed at a handful of hotels that you consider to be exceptional. They’re the sort of places you’re

National Parks to Beat the Heat This Summer

Summer doldrums bearing down on you? This might be the perfect time to lift your spirits and lower the mercury by exploring the majesty of our national parks. Those 59 parks – and indeed many of the 417 lesser designated sites set aside by the National Park System – offer a plethora of opportunities to marvel at the jaw-dropping wonders of our natural world, far from

Nine Best Destinations for the Ultimate Ethical Animal Experiences

As an animal lover, the temptation to get up and close and personal with wildlife can be strong. While it may be difficult to accept, it’s important to recognise that your presence may actually be doing more harm than good to an animal. Projects offering physical contact with animals, such as holding or posing for photographs, are usually suspect and should be avoided.

Asia's Capital of Connection

Once a small fishing and farming village, Hong Kong is now among the world’s busiest ports and most important centres of trade. The city, an autonomous territory of China, has been both a part of Imperial China and the British Empire – giving it the East-meets-West vibe that locals love. “Hong Kong is a busy metropolis still steeped in Chinese tradition,” said seven-year

Best Water Parks in the Country

August is upon us, and that means the heat will be brought. Of course, you can always counter the warm temps with a trip to a water park. As it happens, TripAdvisor has released its Travelers' Choice Awards for the top water parks in the country. Luckily there are a handful in the Midwest within driving distance of Chicagoland. So read on, and splash away.

What is the Future of the Expedition Cruise Market?

While operators like Carnival Cruise Line and Royal Caribbean International are creating large vessels that are akin to floating Las Vegas-style resorts, small ship operators are differentiating themselves by offering access to remote destinations, unique shore excursions and a boutique hotel-style onboard experience. “Experience is everything, so cruise guests want to explore

Virgin Voyages, New Adults Only Cruise Line, Releases 3 New Videos of First Ship

Virgin Voyages, the new adults only cruise line from business mogul Richard Branson, has released three new videos showing more features of their first cruise ship, Scarlet Lady. This first video gives a better look at the outside of the cruise ship. The outdoor decks are lined with cabanas and plenty of chairs, perfect for taking in the view as you cruise the Caribbean.

United Airlines Is Expanding Its Brand Colors Outside Of Its Iconic Rhapsody Blue

Chicago-based United Airlines is updating the colors in its brand as new product changes come down the line at the carrier. In addition to the trademark Rhapsody Blue that United now employs across its website, employees and airplanes, new colors branded as United Blue, Pacific Blue, Premium Purple, Runway Gray, Sky Blue and Atlantic Amethyst are being added to the

Peanuts? No, thanks. Pretzels? I'll pass. Airlines Step Up Vegan, Gluten-free Meals

Traditional airplane snacks like pretzels just don't cut it for Nikita Joshi, a 24-year-old biomedical engineer from Youngstown, Ohio. "I try not to eat a lot of gluten stuff. I'm not allergic," she said, adding that she feels better when she avoids the "heaviness" of bread products and often just buys a fruit cup at the airport before a flight. She used to bring peanut butter

A New Wave of Spirits-Driven Travel

While restoring the 1887-vintage Old Taylor Distillery in Frankfort, Ky., Will Arvin and Wes Murry, partners in the business, discovered abandoned train tracks on the property and a passenger depot once used by visitors arriving to tour the bourbon works. When it reopens in the fall, after a 40-year hiatus, as Castle & Key Distillery, the gin and bourbon brand will use the

The Top 25 Travel Experiences of 2018 Just Announced

Every year, the world’s top luxury travel agents and advisors gather for a week in Las Vegas for networking, education and meetings with hotel companies, cruise lines and the best tour operators. It’s put on by Virtuoso, the best-known consortium of luxury travel agents, and these folks are such big hitters that the CEOs, Presidents and top executives of global brands like

Alfred Hitchcock is born

On August 13, 1899, Sir Alfred Joseph Hitchcock was born. The groundbreaking filmmaker pioneered many innovative film techniques, dominating the thriller genre for most of his career. Even today he remains one of the most renowned filmmakers in the world; his distinctive profile

Collette Launches New Line of Explorations Tours Amidst Centennial Celebration

Collette, North America’s longest running tour operator, continues to lead the way in innovation with the launch of their newest line, Explorations. This line of 20+ tours enable travelers to experience unique and immersive experiences that take them far beyond the surface of the

A Local in Greece Gave Me a Tip to Visiting the Country, and It's the Opposite of Everything You've Been Told

Traveling to Greece during the peak summer months can feel both like a dream and a nightmare. The islands are warm, sunbaked, and full of life and energy. Every beach calls you to swim in its azure waters or tan on its rocky cliffs and every whitewashed wall, blue window, and stuccoed roof is waiting to land on your Instagram feed. But, there, lurking just outside

Disney World: How to Make the Most of a Busy Vacation

Darren Grant was on a mission. The Stuarts Draft man climbed in his silver Kia Niro just before 3 p.m. on May 30 and, along with his daughter, Emma, and girlfriend, Lee Anna Ralston, hit the road. There were a few stops, all quick ones, for food and gas. And there were four stops for tradition. Three hours into the trip they stopped at the North Carolina Welcome Center.

What's the Ideal Holiday Temperature?

The weather of the last few weeks has been completely devoid of nuance - hot, hot, hot and hot, in that order. You may have forgotten that there are temperatures outside the sweaty bracket of "low Thirties Celsius, and the office air-conditioning is broken". But which temperatures, exactly? And more to the point, in which do you feel most comfortable - to the extent that

Female Tourists Set Off 8-person Brawl at Rome's Trevi Fountain and It's All Because of Selfies

One of Rome’s most famous landmarks was the backdrop for a vicious brawl Wednesday night — and it all started with a desire to take selfies. The Guardian reports that local police were called to the Trevi Fountain — the iconic, Nicola Salvi-designed tourist destination famous for appearing in films such as Roman Holiday and La Dolce Vita — after two women came to blows.

The 19 Newest UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Every year, UNESCO meets to determine the next round of places that will be added to the organization's coveted list of World Heritage Sites. In order to qualify, a place or structure must have great cultural, historical, and/or natural significance—examples include Angkor Wat in Cambodia, the Great Barrier Reef in Australia, and Machu Picchu in Peru. This year's

The Top 10 Resort Hotels in Mexico

As far as resort vacations go, it’s tough to find a trifecta more appealing than sun, sand, and immediate proximity to world-class tacos. And while there’s so much more to Mexico than beaches alone (for a glimpse, click over to our Top 5 Cities in Mexico list), there’s a reason American travelers have been flocking to the country’s coasts for the better part of a century.

The World's Oldest Hotel Has Been in the Same Family for 52 Generations

The hotel industry goes back way further than you might think. Sure, there are classic properties in historic cities such as Paris and Rome, but there's an inn in Japan that has those places beat by centuries. The Nishiyama Onsen Keiunkan, a Japanese resort not far from Mount Fuji, has been in business since 705 A.D. The hotel has been passed down within the same family for

Primera Air: 'This Airline Needs to Be Investigated'

Dozens of Telegraph Travel readers have come forward with tales of woe about Primera Air following our story about a British family who spent £3,000 on a dream holiday to Canada only to arrive at the airport to find their flights had been cancelled months earlier. The Latvia-based low-cost carrier apologised to Nicki Bryce, who was due to fly to Toronto from Birmingham on

Why Airlines Should Make Amends When They Let Passengers Down

Every passenger knows that every airline messes up now and again. In a complex industry with so much scope for problems, it is inevitable. Losing luggage is merely the tip of a very large iceberg. What counts is how airlines put things right after things go wrong. A swift and generous apology can go a long way. But all too often, airlines fail to make amends until it is too late.

Around the World in Under 100 Days with This Bucket-list Destination Cruise

Explore the world on a leisurely cruise that sets sail from the golden beaches of Los Angeles to the glitzy shorefront of Fort Lauderdale, taking in 35 destinations, across 24 countries in under 100 days. Departing from Los Angeles, California on January 20, 2020 with Princess Cruises, this 96-day cruise will treat you to bucket-list experiences in exotic, far-flung

Honeymoon Guide: Five Romantic Resorts in Barbados

On the island of Barbados, British reserve blends with Barbadian spice to create a destination with lots of appeal, especially for honeymooners. While there are the requisite palm-fringed beaches and gorgeous sunsets, there’s also funkier delights, such as the Friday night fish fry in Oistins, where locals mingle with visitors to enjoy live music and fresh seafood in a small-town setting.

Norwegian Cruise Lines Earnings Top Estimates As Latest Ship Exceeds 'High Expectations'

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings shares jumped more than 4 percent Thursday after the company outpaced earnings estimates and raised its outlook for the year, citing strong demand for cruises and the recent success of its newest ship, the Norwegian Bliss. "Global consumer cruise demand shows no signs of slowing as evidenced by solid organic growth and the hugely

GUYANA TOURISM AUTHORITY RETAINS REPRESENTATION IN THE NORTH AMERICAN MARKET

AUGUST 1, 2018 – NEW YORK: Guyana Tourism Authority (the official Tourism Board of “Destination Guyana”) has formed an official partnership with Emerging Destinations and Green Team Global to represent Guyana in the United States (US) and Canadian travel markets.

Magellan Sets Sail

On August 10, 1519, five ships under the command of Ferdinand Magellan left Seville seeking a passage through South America to reach India. Spain had ceded the eastern passage around Africa to Portugal, so an eastern passage was critical to the nation. On December 6, Magellan's fleet

Magellan Sets Sail

On August 10, 1519, five ships under the command of Ferdinand Magellan left Seville seeking a passage through South America to reach India. Spain had ceded the eastern passage around Africa to Portugal, so an eastern passage was critical to the nation. On December 6, Magellan's fleet

36 Hours in Boise (and Beyond)

Boise — derived from the French word for wooded, but a name that also reflects a confluence of frontier myth and speculation — sits below the Rocky Mountains on a verdant plain known as Treasure Valley. Boise (BOY-see, if you’re a local; BOY-zee if you’re not), once a gritty stop along the Oregon Trail, is Idaho’s capital and, with a population of 223,000, its most populous city.

11 Gorgeous Hotels That Were Made for Instagram

Whether you like it or not, social media has transformed the way we travel. Case in point: An increasing number of travelers are turning to Instagram not only to document their trips, but also in search of holiday inspiration, including what to do and where to stay. Although a list of Instagram-worthy hotels could hit the thousands, Oyster.com pulled together 11 of our favorites.

Hawaiian Island Guide: Find the Best Destination for Your Interests

There’s no wrong choice when it comes to deciding which Hawaiian island to visit. They’re all naturally beautiful, they all have gorgeous beaches, and they all welcome visitors with the gentle “aloha” spirit for which the islands are known. But there are important differences from one island to the next — and while there’s no such thing as a single best island in Hawaii, there may be a best island for you.

Cuba's Communist Ice Cream Cathedral

Analies Gómez Coyula is deep into her third bowl of helado (ice cream). Her boyfriend, Daniel, is equally engrossed as he spoons up his 13th scoop of vanilla. Aunt Ana Lidia seems content, with two ensaladas – five scoops apiece – already devoured. She unfurls an abanico and fans herself against the heat of Havana in May, then ladles the contents of her third bowl into a plastic container to take away.

How Climate Change Might Reshape Your Dream European Vacation

The blistering heat and extreme weather currently gripping Europe may leave the continent's historic cities and Mediterranean beaches less bustling in the summers to come, experts say. Rising temperatures will affect how people plan their dream trips to European destinations as tourists rethink the concept of summer vacations. The mercury hit a record high of 111 degrees in Lisbon last weekend

7 Hot New Hotel Options You Need to Know About in Japan

A decade ago hotel choices for foreign travellers in Japan was as limited as stops on the Hikari Super-Express train. For the average tourist, traditional ryokan (inns) and modern accommodation regularly fell short on themes of communication, flexibility, comfort or price-point. Today, whether it’s a stopover, a family holiday or an “experience” stay, Japan offers a lodging

First Look: Inside Amtrak's New Acela Express Trains

Amtrak will introduce a new Acela Express fleet on its popular Northeast Corridor in 2021. The new trains, which Amtrak gave a first look at on Wednesday, will provide a smoother and more comfortable ride. The interiors will have more spacious leather seats with lighting, electrical outlets and USB ports. Each seat will have dual tray tables with a large and small option.

10 of the Best Craft-beer Bars in Brussels

This selection of breweries and bars underlines Belgium’s place as a beer hotspot and may whet your appetite for the BXLBeerFest at the end of August. A stone’s throw from the Grand Place, in the middle of touristy bars and fast-food joints, The Sister has a stock of more than 70 organic Belgian brews from €3, with handy tasting trays of four drafts for €10. The drinks

Cruises Are So Uncool They're Actually Cool

It’s the final day of this seven-night cruise and I am sitting in my moderately messy balcony stateroom aboard the Celebrity Summit finishing the last bites of a room service cheeseburger, bags as yet unpacked for tomorrow morning’s disembarkation, the vast undulating North Atlantic just over my starboard shoulder. I am trying to summon up my arguments in support of the

Chef Alain Ducasse Is Launching a Seine River Cruise Ship in Paris with $580 Tasting Menus

The celebrity chef Alain Ducasse will launch a new river boat in Paris this fall, making a bold entry into the otherwise staid sunset cruise business that may be popular with many visitors but isn’t exactly known for its revolutionary cuisine. The newly built, all-electric yacht, called Ducasse sur Seine, will be the first new dinner cruiser to launch in Paris in more than ten years

Uganda Has Big Plans for New National Airline About to Take Off

Uganda’s fledgling national airline will be a candidate for an initial public offering and closer cooperation with other carriers if the launch goes as planned. Uganda Airlines, which last month signed deals for Airbus SE wide-body jets and Bombardier Inc. regional planes, is due to begin operating 19 routes in January, Transport Minister Monica Azuba Ntege said in an interview.

The Ten Hottest Trending US Travel Experiences For Summer 2018

Travel trends are important because they give us insight into what’s whetting holiday maker’s appetites. Knowing what’s popular helps travel companies and tour operators decide what they’ll focus on over the coming season, which in turns influences the choices we’ll have when booking our next vacation. And as summer marches on, TripAdvisor has announced

The First Mass in the Sistine Chapel

On this date in 1483, the first mass was held in the newly constructed Sistine Chapel. Celebrating the Feast of the Assumption, the ceremony consecrated the chapel, dedicating it to the Virgin Mary. The Sistine Chapel was designed by Baccio Pontelli for Pope Sixtus IV, (hence the name), and built between 1473 and 1481.

Goway Announces New Promotion of VP to GowayAir

Goway Travel is pleased to announce Scott Roseblade’s new role as VP Air, which he will start in early August. Scott has been with Goway since 2000, when he started as a Sales Consultant for US Wholesale. He moved to a Team Leader role within that division before becoming Reservations

The Great Train Robbery

On August 8, 1963, a group of 15 men held up a train at at Bridego Railway Bridge, Ledburn near Mentmore in Buckinghamshire, England. The robbery did not go well. The robbers were misinformed, ill-equipped and more than a little bumbling. A conductor was hit in the head and

Pearl Seas Cruises Announces New Catalog & Agent Webinars for Spring 2019 Cuba Cruises

Pearl Seas Cruises is pleased to announce its brand new 2018-2019 cruise catalog, including updated detailed information on the expanded schedule of Spring 2019 dates for the Line’s exceptional 11-night Cuba Cultural Voyages. As well, Pearl Seas will host 15-minute Cuba agent

Decoding Your Airbnb: Adventures in Voyeurism

He met me at the door holding a glass of wine. “Welcome,” he said. “You’re shorter than I thought you’d be.” I didn’t understand how my height was relevant, but in truth, his appearance was not what I’d been expecting either. He bore a striking resemblance to Marlon Brando in “Apocalypse Now” — large, shiny bald head, and wearing a black caftan that

Honeymoon guide: Five Romantic Resorts in Barbados

On the island of Barbados, British reserve blends with Barbadian spice to create a destination with lots of appeal, especially for honeymooners. While there are the requisite palm-fringed beaches and gorgeous sunsets, there’s also funkier delights, such as the Friday night fish fry in Oistins, where locals mingle with visitors to enjoy live music and fresh seafood in a small-town setting.

Glamping: Where to Find Luxurious Camping Around the US

It’s summertime, and the living is easy – when it comes to glamping, anyway. For those of us who enjoy being outdoors and want to camp, only with real beds, en suite bathrooms and running water (for the most part), glamping is the answer, and we’re not alone. Glamping Hub has seen an increase of 300% over the past year in regards to its inventory of properties, as well as a

Ryanair Strike: Pilots in Germany to Join Friday's Walkout, Grounding 250 More Flights

Ryanair pilots in Germany, Sweden, Belgium and Ireland have voted to stage a 24-hour strike on Friday 10 August, grounding 396 flights and wrecking the travel plans of around 70,000 passengers. The walkout is part of an ongoing dispute over working conditions, which has already seen pilots who are members of the Irish trade union FORSA stage four separate one-day strikes.

The Latest: Greek Fires Death Toll Stands at 92

Greece’s fire department says the death toll from the country’s deadliest forest fire in decades currently stands at 92, including two unidentified bodies which have not been claimed by relatives. The July 23 fire swept through a seaside resort area northeast of Athens, fanned by gale-force winds that hampered firefighting efforts. Hundreds of homes were destroyed, and

New Shopping and Drinking Laws Aussies Need to Know in Hawaii

Heading to Hawaii for a holiday? Bring your photo ID if you plan to purchase alcohol, no matter what your age is. America’s 50th state has just enacted a mandatory law requiring everyone to produce a photo ID showing your date of birth at supermarkets and liquor stores in an effort to curb under age drinking. At the popular Don Quijote supermarket near Honolulu’s

How to Book a Private First Class Suite on a Budget Airline Right Now

If you’ve ever dreamed about having the opportunity to fly in a luxurious first class or business class seat without paying immensely high prices, this month is your chance to do just that. Travelers taking a flight with budget carrier Norwegian Air will have the opportunity to get a major upgrade when booking premium seats this month. A spokesperson for the airline confirmed

This 117-night World Cruise Will Set Sail in 2021 and Visit 56 UNESCO World Heritage Sites

If you have nothing planned for the first half of 2021, we’ve come across a cruise that will keep you occupied pretty spectacularly for the first 117 days and nights. Regent Seven Sea Cruises has just announced that its 2021 World Cruise will sail from Miami on January 5. It will visit six continents, 30 countries, 61 ports and 56 Unesco World Heritage sites, and fares begin at US$61,999 (€53,716).

Carnival Cruise Line Offering 2 for 1 Deposits on Future Cruises

Carnival Cruise Line has launched an “Everybody’s Welcome Here and Everybody’s Saving” sale that not only has 2 for 1 deposits on future cruises, but also up to $50 in cruise spending money. Carnival is the world’s most popular cruise line with 26 cruise ships in service. They sail to some of the most popular cruise destination in the world including the Caribbean, Bahamas

Why You Really Should See the Incredible Mountains and Beaches of This Under-visited Part of India

When we arrived in the capital of the Indian state of West Bengal, my family and I were excited to sample some local delicacies. So we immediately went in search of Chinese food. West Bengal is a borderland, abutting three countries on the northeastern edge of India — Bhutan, Nepal, and Bangladesh — and close enough to China that Kolkata has its own Chinatown.

As Children Head Back to School, Getaway for Grown-Ups

Adults-only vacations for parents appear to be growing in popularity. Expedia recently reported that social media posts about child-free trips doubled in the past year. Travel Leaders Group, which represents 50,000 travel agents in North America, reports an upsurge in adults-only travel — in particular romantic trips, getaways with friends and parents traveling with adult children.

Step Up: Eight Epic Hikes of the World

Lonely Planet’s new book, Epic Hikes of the World, contains 50 of the best routes suggested by our writers. This selection of eight walks from the book should get you in the mood to lace up those boots and hit a trail, wherever you are. Hikers visiting Torres del Paine often add on an expedition to the national park of Los Glaciares, which offers equally stunning scenery, not to

Windstar AnnouncesVeteran Travel and Luxury Marketer Mary Beth Wressell as Vice President of Marketing and Public Relations

Windstar Cruises is pleased to announce the hiring of Mary Beth Wressell as the small ship cruise company’s new Vice President of Marketing and Public Relations, where she will oversee brand communications, digital marketing, customer relationship marketing, partnerships, and public

The Purple Heart

On August 7, 1782, General George Washington issued orders to the Continental Army creating the Badge of Military Merit, later better known as "The Purple Heart" . Designed by Washington himself, the medal was intended for soldiers wounded in battle. As such, it is one of the first honors to be

30 Places to Visit Before They're Gone Forever

While dangers to the world’s most beloved destinations used to merely include erosion and climate change, there are innumerable factors that play a part in the destruction of a historical or natural site—a prime example being war. In 2013, the Minaret of the Great Mosque of Aleppo in Syria was reduced to rubble during the Syrian Civil War when the building took on

The 52 Places Traveler: In Spain, Wine, Tapas and a Surprising Sense of Comfort

All it took was crossing a bridge after dark. Throughout the day, as the July sun and 95-degree temperatures bore down on Seville, I had wondered where all the nontourists were. That evening, I found my answer in Triana, a working-class barrio, drinking tinto de verano (red wine mixed with lemon soda) amid a sea of revelers. For centuries, Triana was its own city, best

Photo Tour: Inside Pacific Provider, One of the World's Smallest Cruise Vessels

Are you the type of cruiser who just can't stand a crowd? Our latest Cruise Ship Tour, in the carousel above, offers a deck-by-deck look at what just may be the least-crowded cruise vessel on the world's oceans, Offshore Outpost Expeditions' Pacific Provider. Specializing in intimate, outdoorsy getaways in the Sea of Cortez and Alaska, the 163-foot-long "expedition yacht"

American Airlines Adds Tokyo-Las Vegas Nonstops, But Only for 11 days

American Airlines announced plans to fly nonstop between Las Vegas and Tokyo Narita, but there’s a catch: The route will last just 11 days and cause a short-term change to American’s existing Tokyo service from Chicago. The Las Vegas-Tokyo nonstops, which start Jan. 4 and run through Jan. 14, coincide with the 2019 CES consumer electronics show – one of Las Vegas’ top

Some of the Best Things to Do in Key West Are Free

ate summer and early fall bring the lowest room rates to Key West. Yes, it’s the peak of hurricane season, but for budget travelers, this is also bargain season. To make your travel dollars stretch even further, take advantage of the many free things to do in Key West. You don’t have to drop $15 or $20 for admission to have a memorable Key West experience.

On a Budget Safari, the Luxury is in the wildlife

Bill, an Australian traveler in Zimbabwe, stood in the velvet-caped darkness and listened. I planted myself next to him and sucked in my breath, not wanting the smallest leak of air to disturb the quiet. And then we waited for it, the low growl that would confirm our suspicions: A lion had crashed our campsite. After hearing the noise again, I grabbed our guide from the

14 Airbnbs T+L Editors Would Book Again in a Heartbeat

It’s safe to say that here at Travel + Leisure, our editors know a thing or two about travel. Whether it be the latest and greatest carry-on essentials, the year's top destinations, or even where to find the best hot dog in every state — we're a selective bunch when it comes to anything related to trip-taking. So believe us when we say these are the best Airbnb properties we’ve ever booked.

Congress Weighs Airline Bill that Affects Leg Room, Seat Size and More

As summer vacationers start to pack up and head home, Congress is considering a sweeping tally of proposals that could affect travelers, from dictating seat size and legroom to rolling back rules that require airlines to advertise the full price of a ticket. The current law authorizing operations of the Federal Aviation Administration expires on Sept. 30. Sen. John Thune, R-South Dakota

Why Trash Cans Are a Vanishing Breed in Hotel Rooms

What happened to all the trash cans? They're disappearing from some hotel rooms lately. Guests such as Jon Martin want to know why. "There seem to be fewer and fewer trash cans in rooms," says Martin. He contacted me while staying at a DoubleTree property in downtown Atlanta to report an absence. "The only trash bin in the entire room is in the bathroom," he says. "Is this a

For These Billionaires, It’s All About Cruise Fleets

It was a cold and cloudy July day in Reykjavik, and French arts patron Maryvonne Pinault was at a pier fulfilling her godmother duties for Le Laperouse, the first of six 184-passenger, upscale expedition yachts from her husband’s Marseilles-based cruise line Compagnie du Ponant. French billionaire and Kering SA chairman Francois Pinault wasn’t there to watch his wife smash a bottle

How to Avoid Crowds When You Travel This Summer

If you like to avoid crowds when you travel, this probably is your least favorite time of the year. Long lines greet you at the airport, in the hotel lobby and at your favorite restaurant. The beach is so crowded that you can't even find a place to drop a towel. Everyone's on vacation. That's not your imagination, by the way. Almost half of all summer vacations happen this month

A French Village Committed to Deception

Through an extraordinary campaign of non-violent resistance during World War II, residents of Le Chambon-sur-Lignon saved thousands of Jews from deportation and almost certain death. On a wind-scoured plateau in France’s Haute-Loire department stands a village teeming with secrets. Through an extraordinary campaign of nonviolent resistance during World War II, the

The 10 Cheapest International Trips You Can Take Right Now

It’s suddenly August, and you’re nowhere near using up your vacation days. For many people, it’s because taking a real vacation just sounds too expensive. That’s where MONEY can help. We dug into our Best in Travel database to identify 10 fabulous spots to lure you not just out of the cubicle, but out of the country altogether. To find these cheap, excellent destinations, MONEY

Korean Air: Boston-Seoul Non-Stops to Begin in April

Korean Air is coming to Boston, unveiling a non-stop route that will connect the city to its hub at the Seoul Incheon airport. The service will begin April 12, with Korean Air offering five flights a week on its new Boeing 787-9 “Dreamliner” aircraft. Korean’s new Seoul-Boston flights are part of a new joint-venture tie-up between Korean and U.S. partner Delta Air Lines. The pact allows

Andy's Backyard Comes Alive in Disney World's Toy Story Land

When Disney’s Hollywood Studios debuted in 1989 (then known as Disney-MGM Studios), it was Walt Disney World’s counter to the soon-to-open Universal Studios Florida. Both parks initially let visitors peer behind the curtain of the moviemaking process. But nearly 30 years later, they have largely abandoned the backlot tours, the soundstage presentations, and the special effects

American Airlines Passenger Kicked Off Flight

An American Airlines passenger was kicked off her flight due to the size of her cello, despite purchasing an additional seat for the instrument. In a Facebook post detailing the incident, Jay Tang explained that his wife Jingjing Hu, a music student at DePaul University School of Music in Chicago, was flying to Miami to perform in a music festival. Tang purchased a return ticket for Hu

The Best Small Ship Cruises in the Mediterranean

The handsome, nimble motor-sailing cruiser Galileo will whisk 49 passengers on a whistle-stop tour of the Cyclades, surely Greece’s most striking island group. Pairing popular stops such as volcanic Santorini and vibrant Mykonos with tranquil Antiparos and untouched Folegandros, the itinerary also blends sightseeing with sunbathing, swimming and hanging out in tavernas.

Old Stone Buildings and Trendy Cafes: The Port City of Jaffa

Just south of Tel Aviv’s glass towers and concrete houses are the white stone buildings of Jaffa, the ancient port town. Jaffa has existed for thousands of years, but today it is one unified city with Tel Aviv, which was founded in 1909. Both Jews and Arabs live in Jaffa, and that’s reflected in the flavours of the neighbourhood. Visitors will find a luxury hotel, the Setai, built out of a

Travel No.1s: Record-breaking Experiences for Your Bucket List

Unless you’re a contestant on The Amazing Race, travel should never be seen as a competitive sport. But while we may not be chasing world records ourselves, we can still enjoy the thrill of knowing we’ve seen something that is the biggest, the tallest, the fastest, the most something-est in its class. With that in mind we’ve compiled a list of travel No.1s, with a mix of things you may

American Song, New Orleans' First Modern Riverboat, is Nearly Complete

Construction on American Song, one of two modern riverboats set to debut in New Orleans over the next year, is nearly complete. The 190-passenger riverboat owned by American Cruise Lines this week sailed from its outfitting basin at Chesapeake Shipbuilding in Salisbury, Maryland to the yard's outfitting bulkhead, where it will receive final touches, according to a news

Florida Hit By Worst 'Red Tide' Bloom in Over a Decade

Red tide, the build-up of a toxic algae in oceans that's harmful to humans and marine animals, isn't unusual in Florida—in fact, it happens every year. But this time it's different: Now stretching into its tenth month is the biggest and longest red tide since 2006, the Miami Herald reports, and it is leaving beaches littered with dead fish and devoid of tourists. Affecting a popular

Airbnb Guests Accuse It of Deleting Negative Reviews and Boosting Bad Hosts

The two-bedroom condo that Donna Oakley arrived to in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, in late June didn’t look much like the five-star property she’d booked on Airbnb. The windows in the living room were streaked and milky, hardly the clean, sunny room that was advertised. One window had a large cobweb in the corner and dead bugs inside the sill. There was mold in the

Buying & Selling: Six Hotel Deals to Know

Who’s buying and selling? Here’s a look at the latest hotel deals made across the U.S. Noble Investment Group has acquired the Residence Inn by Marriott Secaucus Meadowlands. The all-suite, extended-stay hotel, which opened in March 2015, is located in Secaucus, NJ, is three miles from New York City via the Lincoln Tunnel. The Residence Inn by Marriott Secaucus Meadowlands

Wizz Air Named Least Punctual Airline at UK Airports in 2017

If you want your flight to take off on time, maybe give Wizz Air a miss. A Press Association analysis of the busiest airlines operating from UK airports revealed that the Hungarian carrier has the poorest punctuality record with flights departing on average 23 minutes late in 2017. Norwegian came in second for tardiness with an average delay time of 22 minutes, followed by

The Bombing of Hiroshima

On August 6, 1945, the crew of the American B-29 bomber Enola Gay dropped an atomic bomb in the Japanese city of Hiroshima. An estimated 80,000 people died either immediately or shortly thereafter. By year's end, that toll reached closer to 140,000 people. 70% of the city's buildings were

SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS VACATIONS® EXPANDS PORTFOLIO HOTEL AND SAFARI LODGE PROPERTIES ACROSS AFRICA

South African Airways Vacations® (SAA Vacations ®), the leisure vacation division of South African Airways, adds 12 new hotel and safari lodge operators throughout popular destinations in Southern and Eastern Africa. The expanded portfolio includes five star properties in the coastal cities of Cape

Columbus Sets Sail

On this day in 1492, Christopher Columbus set sail from Palos de la Frontera, Spain with three ships: the Nina, the Pinta and the Santa Maria. His great quest for a western route to Asia from Europe had found no support from Portugal or from Italian princes. However, the queen of Spain agreed to fund

A Cheapskate’s Guide to Dublin, Rich in History and Beer

My instructor, a woman named Áine, urged me on: “Do it for your country!” A group of us that had booked a traditional Irish games experience through Experience Gaelic Games (35 euros, about $42) stood out on a green field one hot afternoon in northern Dublin. Áine, having taught us the ways of hurling, a lacrosse-like game possibly as old as Ireland itself, was now instructing us in the ways of Gaelic football, which is played

9 Tips for Americans Traveling to Iceland

Ice and volcanic fire long ago sculpted this country into an otherworldly masterpiece, leaving behind a geological time capsule with all sorts of dramatic flourishes: Monstrous craters. Bright blue icebergs. Countless waterfalls. Even bubbling pits of earth spewing steam and sulfur. This is why so many fantasy features have filmed here, including Game of Thrones and Star Wars: The Force Awakens. It’s also a big reason tourism here

Airbnb is Hosting the Sleepover of a Lifetime on the Great Wall of China

More than 1,800 years in the making, 21,000km in length and one of humanity’s most incredible feats of engineering, the Great Wall of China remains high on many people's bucket lists. Those seeking a more immersive experience are in luck, however, as Airbnb has launched a competition for four lucky winners and their guests to stay overnight on the historic wall in a custom-designed house. This once-in-a-lifetime

Europe's Most Beautiful Mountain Towns

The sun is back in the sky, the temperature is soaring again and - on the basis of the first 72 hours at least - August looks set to echo July in being a month of hot weather. Enough already, you may well think. Oh for a gentle breeze to soften the unrelenting rays. Oh for a little airiness to take some of the sting out of the afternoon. What you need, if that's the case, is to get higher. To go up in the world. To head for the hills.

Swim With Manatees — Legally — in Crystal River

On a recent trip with my in-laws, my husband and I decided to do something different, something that would capture the interest of my animal-obsessed sister-in-law. After searching for what seemed like hours on Groupon, we came upon Manatee Tour and Dive in Crystal River — about 87 miles northwest of Orlando — which offers the chance to swim with manatees. Decision made.Manatee Tour and Dive in Crystal River

Best Hotel and Airline Reward Programs

To join or not to join a travel/hotel rewards program, that is the question. There are countless options out there, but which is worth its weight in perks? U.S. News & World Report recently released a list of the top travel rewards programs. The airline algorithm factored in ease of earning free round-trip flights, network coverage, flight availability, airline quality rating and additional benefits. The hotel list considered ease of earning a free

Nine Budget Strategies for Your Next Vacation

Want to travel like the pros? Better start pinching your pennies, pesos and pounds. While it's true that money can buy you an elite — easy, even — adventure anywhere, those who travel for a living genuinely enjoy the challenge of bargain hunting. Riding public transportation, couch surfing and sampling street food immerses you in the day-to-day life of any city — and that's what traveling is all about, right? We talked to four travel

There's a New Way to Save on Hotels - but You'll Have to Be Fast

Everything in life comes down to timing. Especially a good deal. The booking app HotelTonight released a new feature this week that lets users in on personalized deals, if they can catch them. Once a day, the “Daily Drop” will appear in the HotelTonight app. Based on the user’s booking and hotel preferences, they will be granted a deal, available for the specific dates and city users are searching for. The deals will be at least 30 percent

With Re-Regulation Now On Congress' Agenda, Airline Bosses' Hubris Soon Could Be Exposed

The (mostly) men who run this country’s big airlines probably didn’t study Greek mythology en route to their engineering, law and/or graduate business degrees. More’s the pity. Had they done so they might have saved themselves and their airlines the pain of creeping government re-regulation, which could be visited on them very soon. In Greek mythology Daedalus was a master inventor -- the Leonardo Da Vinci or Thomas

10 Unusual Cruise Ship Amenities

Cruise industry folks know that vacationers have literal boatloads of sailing options to choose from these days, inspiring the trend to outfit ships with the most whiz-bang attractions and amenities at sea. Today you'll find souped-up ships oozing outrageous features -- such as amusement park-worthy diversions (racetracks with hairpin turns), high-tech innovations (robot bartenders) and Instagram-worthy settings (from ice bars to

Tips for Cruising With Kids

Cruises score big points with families, offering up value, adventure and convenience (see the world and unpack once!). You also get a something-for-everyone atmosphere where diverse diversions appeal to babies, teens and kids in between -- not to mention good ol' mom and dad. So how to make the most of an at-sea getaway with the gang? The stress-free key is to properly prepare and plan before you travel. Check out these

The Best Places to Travel to Are the Ones Where No One Cares You’re There

As someone tasked with providing travel advice for readers, I often feel like I’m on a fool’s errand. After all, one person’s dreamy beach vacation, city break, or cruise ship cabin is another person’s overpriced packaged holiday, stressful urban jungle, or touristic nightmare. Who am I to tell them where to spend their precious time off? That said, when people on the internet and in real life seek travel advice, virtually no one says they

The First Modern Riverboat in U.S. History—American Song

American Cruise Lines is pleased to announce that the first modern riverboat in U.S. history is nearly complete. This week, American Song, under its own power, moved from the East Outfitting Basin at Chesapeake Shipbuilding in Salisbury, MD, to the yard’s outfitting bulkhead for the final outfitting

PT-109

The United States PT-109 was a World War II-era boat used in the Pacific Theater. It was commanded by 26-year-old skipper John F. Kennedy. A Japanese destroyer patrolling on a moonless night smashed into PT-109, killing several crewmen and sending the survivors into the water. Kennedy

Explore Jordan Like a Local Through Community Tourism

Most travellers skip the north of Jordan for the irresistible pull of storied destinations down south, such as Petra, Wadi Rum and the Dead Sea, but now there’s a new reason to venture north of Amman: a cluster of new community-based tourism projects that are drawing visitors to villages well off Jordan’s trodden route. Instead of desert dunes and rugged wadis, head north and

Canadian Budget Airline Swoop Announces 7 US Routes

Upstart Canadian "ultra-low-cost carrier" Swoop is making its first push into the United States, revealing plans Thursday to fly seven routes from five U.S. airports. The airline’s first U.S. flights start Oct. 11, when Swoop launches non-stop service between Las Vegas and Edmonton. The carrier will add six more U.S.-Canada routes by the end of October. In addition to Las Vegas,

5 Marvelous Places to Visit in August

August can present something of a challenge when you're setting travel plans. Some folks are getting their fill of summer (or winter in the Southern Hemisphere) by now and don't want to choose destinations too hot or cold. You have to start factoring in the probabilities of hurricanes or typhoons along certain coastlines. And in many spots, it's not yet shoulder season with its

A New $2-billion Amusement Park Four Times the Size of Disneyland Is Coming to Ohio

Developers are about to break ground on a new amusement park outside of Columbus, Ohio. Planet Oasis Ohio is investing $2 billion in the park project, the Detroit Free Press reported. It will be built on 350 acres of land in Sunbury, or about four times the current size of Disneyland. “Planet Oasis is located in Ohio because it's the center of the universe,” the park's president, David

Delta Is Testing Out 3-Course Meals in Economy

No matter what airline executives say, things in economy class are pretty bleak—the shrinking seats and bathrooms, the service (ugh, the service). But there's a glimmer of hope: Delta Air Lines is currently testing upscale dining in the back of the plane. To start the meal service, passengers in economy have a choice of "Welcome Bubbles"—a Bellini (Prosecco sparkling wine and

16 of the World's Most Spectacular Coastlines

Coastlines are one of the most alluring of our planet's geographical features. The clash of land and water is often mesmerizing, as are the plants, animals and human activities that flourish along a shore. In classic novella "Heart of Darkness," seafaring author Joseph Conrad wrote that all coasts are shrouded in mystery, with an invitation to "come and find out" what they have to offer.

The 10 Airlines That Charge the Most Fees

Ancillary revenue is the amount of money an airline takes in after charging for its base airfares — also known as airline fees. It might not come as a surprise that the amount airlines get by nickel-and-diming you has been growing steadily over the past decade — but some charge (a lot) more in airline fees than others. How much? Billions. The 10 carriers that charged the most

This Could Be the World's Most Ethical Travel Agency

The town of Soacha, on the southern outskirts of Colombia’s capital Bogota, doesn’t receive many leisure visitors. Home to thousands of people displaced by the country’s long civil war, Soacha is seen as highly dangerous by many Bogota residents. Gangs, guerrillas and paramilitaries are said to be active in the area – all of which makes it an unusual destination for a tourist

24 Hours Inside San Francisco's Hotel Zeppelin

While the rest of the country is happily ensconced in the depths of summer, San Francisco is sticking to its on-brand misery, stubbornly abstaining from sun and happiness with its torturous mix of rain, pre-winter temperatures, and gale-force winds. Visiting San Francisco in summer is a near pointless exercise. Some of the city's hospitality providers are more aware of this fact

You're Probably Tipping Hotel Staff All Wrong

There are two types of people in the world: Those who tip well and those who don’t. You know which one you are. But thanks to all the confusing tipping situations that exist, even well-intentioned tippers can appear cheap. That’s especially true at hotels, where you could easily interact with a dozen staff members in a day, all with different but important roles dedicated to ensuring

From TripAdvisor, a Program to Help Refugees Get to Know the U.S.

TripAdvisor wants refugees to the United States to explore and get to know their new homeland, and the hospitality company’s yearlong Welcome Home campaign aims to do just that: launched last week, Welcome Home gives recently resettled refugees in New York City and parts of Northern California the opportunity to book a tour or activity of their choice

The Last Diary Entry of Anne Frank

From July 6, 1942 until August 4, 1944, a teenage Jewish girl kept a diary. She was in hiding with her family and others in the Netherlands from Nazis deporting Jews to concentration camps. Hidden away in a small set of rooms in an office building, she wrote faithfully, detailing her

Where Should You Travel in August? Here Are Some Ideas

The summer season is reaching its half-way point. For many families, August is their last chance to get away before the school year begins. It’s already been a hot summer in many parts of the world, especially Europe, but there are plenty of beach and mountain towns that can provide a respite. Many cities across the USA are celebrating the mid-point of the summer with

Can Travel Agents Help When Things Go Wrong on the Road?

Last month I detailed the tremendous reader discontent with airline service in “Fed up with flying? Heck yes, say USA TODAY readers.” An online poll embedded in that column — “How do you feel about flying?” — generated more than 1,500 responses and the percentage who said they actually enjoy it was 13 percent, while 17 percent avoided it all costs, and a majority tolerated it because it was the best option for many trips.

Ryanair Passengers Evacuate Plane After Mobile Phone Bursts Into Flames

Terrified passengers on a Ryanair plane at Barcelona were ordered to evacuate after a mobile phone caught fire. The passenger’s device was being charged by a battery pack while the aircraft was on the ground preparing to depart aboard a Boeing 737 for the short flight to Ibiza. Dramatic footage shows that it initially burned a hole in an aircraft seat before

'Not a Miracle': How All 103 People Aboard Jet Survived Mexico Crash

Passengers who walked away from the fiery Aeroméxico crash are thankful to be alive but a safety expert on Wednesday said it was “no accident” that everyone aboard the jet survived. The aircraft attempted to take off in heavy rain during a storm Tuesday afternoon in Durango, Mexico, but smashed down into grass near the runway and skidded to a stop before catching

Disney World: Look at Latest Epcot Construction

Walt Disney World doesn’t offer a behind-the-scenes tour of Epcot cranes … yet (my working title: The Wonderful World of Rebuilding Epcot Experience). But it may not be needed because we can all see bits of the construction of the future from many positions within the theme park already. A building for the attraction, which has been described as “one of the world’s longest

Best Foot Forward: The World's Most Striking Pedestrian Bridges

A golden bridge held up by two enormous stone-coloured hands has opened in the Ba Na hills, near Da Nang in central Vietnam. It is the latest in a series of statement footbridges around the world. Cau Vang (meaning gold bridge) opened in June, is 150 metres long and 1,400 metres above sea level, with views across the green mountainscape. It took just under a year to

Hotels Grapple With Racial Bias

Incidents of racial bias have hit major consumer brands, including Uber, Starbucks and Airbnb. Now they are cropping up at hotels, unsettling guests, spreading via social media with the hashtag #TravelingWhileBlack, and leading some in the travel industry to revisit diversity training and evaluate its effectiveness. In May, The Washington Post ran a story about a hotel clerk

What Hotel Credit Card Upgrades Mean For Your Bottom Line

If you had a dollar for every time a co-branded hotel credit card got updated this year, you would have enough money to raid the minibar on your next stay. Since January, several major hotel brands have overhauled their co-branded cards. New benefits have been added, high-end cards have been announced and some legacy benefits have disappeared. And it’s all happening at a

Cruise Ship Orderbook Hits New Record at 113 Ships, 268,854 Berths

The global cruise ship orderbook has reached another new record, following July ship orders from Seabourn, Princess, TUI and Lindblad. The newbuild contracts pushed the forward-looking orderbook to 113 ships set to be introduced between now and 2027. Supply growth has also reached new levels, as large ships ordered from Princess and TUI have sent the number of berths

Enjoy the Best Cruises Without Being Surrounded by Crowds

There's a new way for the crowd-averse to set sail - and it doesn't require chartering your own yacht. In an effort to woo 1 per centers from smaller luxury lines, a wide range of mainstream cruise companies are investing in all-suite cruise enclaves, creating a semi-private ship-within-a-ship experience for the pickiest of premium passengers. These VIP areas currently make

Six U.S. Budget Vacation Destinations

Almost every travel authority worth its salt has published a list of budget destinations (okay, maybe not the Robb Report) and in case you haven’t noticed, there’s not a lot of overlap among those lists. The reasons: Just about any destination could qualify as budget, depending on one’s tolerance for sleeping outdoors and eating straight from a can of beans, and travel authorities

Places 26 and 27: Summer in France, in Two Very Different Ways

Megève is known, the French and Swiss I met told me, somewhat derisively, as the Aspen of France. In other words: exclusive and expensive, where clientele seem to care as much about their Prada ski outfits as ripping down the slopes. Indeed, the reasoning for Megève’s entry on the 52 Places list had been the opening of a new Four Seasons Hotel on the

Caribbean All-inclusive resorts: Maximum Fun for the Money

With unlimited eating and drinking the hallmark of a one-price holiday package, you can amp up the all-inclusive meter by sniffing out add-ons that come without additional price tags. Check out our suggestions and get a big bang for your buck at a Caribbean all-inclusive resort. On Maxwell Beach, Sandals Royal Barbados is the new side-by-side sibling to Sandals Barbados.

Carnival Cruise Line Plans Massive Makeover of 19-Year-Old Carnival Triumph

A Carnival cruise ship that dates to the 1990s is about to be reborn. The 2,758-passenger Carnival Triumph next spring will undergo a makeover so big the line plans to rechristen the vessel with a new name: Carnival Sunrise. Announced on Tuesday, the overhaul will take place over two months at a dry dock in Cadiz, Spain and cost $200 million — one of the priciest cruise

Columbus sights Trinidad

According to legend, on his third voyage to the New World, Columbus vowed that the first land he saw he would name for the Holy Trinity. He considered it a miracle when the next sighting of land was three peaks rising over the horizon, supposedly Trinidad's Trinity Hills. Though this was the

Astrologer Susan Miller on Where to Travel This Summer, According to Your Zodiac Sign

Regardless if you’ve traveled everywhere or nowhere, there’s nothing quite like the warmth and romance of summer to entice you to hit ‘book’ on that plane ticket. But just like every country has different customs, each zodiac sign seeks a variety of activities and experiences from their vacation. Before you decide on where you’ll land, take the advice of renowned astrologer

History, Hollywood and Voodoo All In a New Orleans Cemetery

If you’ve heard about New Orleans’ famous cemeteries with their above-ground tombs, chances are you’ve heard about the gravesite of the so-called voodoo queen. Her name was Marie Laveau and she is buried in St. Louis Cemetery No. 1. But visitors looking to visit her grave need to know a couple of things. First, you can’t sightsee there on your own. Since 2015

What No One Told Me About Visiting Tulum, Mexico

‘What is that awful smell?’ I wondered. I was walking into beachside restaurant La Zebra in Tulum, Mexico for lunch and had just gotten a whiff of a strong fishy stench. A few steps further and I saw it. There, in the distance on the white sand, were piles and piles of thigh-high seaweed. Tulum’s famed clear-to-cyan water was a murky grey. Despite the glorious weather, not

See the Plans for Virgin's New Adults-Only Cruise Ship

The burgeoning Florida-based Virgin Voyages offered new images in recent days that reveal some of what one of its upcoming cruise ships will offer in terms of amenities and style. The new cruise liner, The Scarlet Lady, will be the company's first and is due to hit the water in 2020, sailing from the Miami area with a 2,700 passenger capacity and space for 1,150 crew members. Virgin Voyages, which comes from music

The Journey is the Vacation on This 35-hour Train Trip

It was late Friday night and we were scouring the usual sites touting the top things to do in Los Angeles. Uninspired by our options and facing a long weekend without obligations, my husband and I made a last-minute booking on Amtrak’s Coast Starlight. Ten hours later we’re settling in for a 35-hour train trip spanning 1,377 miles (2,216 kilometers) up California’s

Best Foot Forward: The World's Most Striking Pedestrian Bridges

A golden bridge held up by two enormous stone-coloured hands has opened in the Ba Na hills, near Da Nang in central Vietnam. It is the latest in a series of statement footbridges around the world. Cau Vang (meaning gold bridge) opened in June, is 150 metres long and 1,400 metres above sea level, with views across the green mountainscape. It took just under a

Delta and United Are Hiring Bilingual Flight Attendants

If you’ve ever dreamed about having a career that lets you fly around the world on a regular basis, you’re in luck: Delta and United are both currently hiring flight attendants. Most positions are for bilingual candidates, though United also has general flight attendant openings in Chicago. Those who speak Cantonese, Dutch, French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese

‘Like Sleeping on a Bed of Nails’: What to Do When Hotel Mattress Hype Doesn’t Match Reality

Hotels claim their beds are amazing. Not all of their guests agree. At least that’s what two recent surveys and some of this column’s readers say. Hotel beds are average at best, and plenty of guests complain about bad sleep when they’re on the road. The fix: You have to be really picky about where you stay if sleep is a priority. A new hotel guest survey by

Thomas Cook to Stop Selling SeaWorld Tickets Over Killer Whale Captivity

Thomas Cook, one of the UK’s largest tour operators, will next summer stop selling tickets to animal attractions that include killer whales. The new policy announced over the weekend means SeaWorld in Florida, one of the world’s best-known attractions, and Loro Parque in Tenerife will be removed from the holiday firm’s site and brochures. Thomas Cook chief

Paris, Chicago and Beyond: How to Have a Luxury Trip for Much Less Than You Think

Luxury travel can be experienced in two ways: by paying top dollar or by paying less. Given the choice, wouldn’t you pick the latter? Of course, the idea of what luxury travel is can differ depending on the person. For some, it means hotels with butlers and fancy sheets and flying first class; for others, it’s about hitting three-Michelin-starred restaurants and hiring the

12 Big Mistakes You Could Be Making With Your Travel Rewards Credit Card

We all make mistakes. But when it comes to your travel rewards credit cards, those errors can be expensive. Travel rewards credit cards afford consumers opportunities like earning points and miles they can put toward awards on airlines and at hotels, getting them access to swanky airport lounges and even offer time- and money-saving benefits like Global Entry or

July Route Roundup: Where Airlines Are Adding (or Cutting) Service

Airlines constantly tweak their schedules, trying to find profitable new routes or pulling the plug on ones that have underperformed. Airports and communities court these new services. There are dozens of changes to airline routes each month. Here's a look at some of the most interesting: British Airways is adding Pittsburgh to its route map, news that

Get a Different Perspective On Canada From the Rideau Canal

None of my nearest and dearest could quite believe someone was going to let me – a ham-fisted, maladroit non-driver, who even managed to fail the cycling proficiency test – pilot a boat. I’ll admit it; I was a little surprised myself. So when I set off down the Rideau Canal on a Canadian boating holiday it was with the sun on my face, my knuckles white on the wheel and a

Some American Travelers Tracked In ‘Quiet Skies’ Government Surveillance Program (Video)

Under a program called ‘Quiet Skies,’ the TSA puts air marshals on planes to monitor U.S. citizens who raised flags by their foreign travel or other activities, a new report by the Boston Globe reveals.

‘Rust and Blood’: Universal Orlando Has a Super Creepy Theme This Halloween

You know you love being scared. Well, it’s getting to be that time of year again. To give you a tease about the upcoming frights, Universal Orlando Resort made an announcement about its always popular annual frightfest, Halloween Horror Nights. The houses’ theme this year is heavy on the freaks. “Carnival Graveyard: Rust in Pieces” starts up Sept. 14 and runs through Nov 3.

An Expat's Guide to Paris

Paris allows you to discover its secrets slowly. It kept my wife and me at bay in the 1990s when we lived and worked here. It ran down boulevards when we chased it. It hid behind copies of the newspaper Le Figaro and the magazine Paris Match. It vanished into clouds of café steam. The city was everywhere, except where we happened to be. Until the day when, out for

Polar Bear Shot to Death After Arctic Cruise Ship Guard Attacked

A polar bear was shot and killed after it attacked a guard leading a group of tourists off an Arctic cruise ship onto a remote island between mainland Norway and the North Pole on Saturday (July 28), the Associated Press reported. Another cruise employee shot the polar bear, according to the AP. A spokesperson for the German Hapag Lloyd Cruises company, which

Go Roaming In Chile, Save Money On a European Hiking Trip and More

Long and skinny Chile is a country that calls out to adventurers. Stretching from the extremes of the Atacama Desert to the ruggedness of Patagonia, it’s a land of natural wonders. ROAM Adventures has four trips that explore various regions of this South American nation while allowing participants to experience a true multi-sport adventure. Chile has many wild rivers, and

São Paulo's Top Hotel For Business Travelers Might Surprise You

The reasons for visiting São Paulo, Brazil’s largest city, are aplenty. For starters, it’s the cultural and financial hub of the country. So no matter the time of day, the metropolis is alway humming with vibrant energy. There’s plenty of world-class museums and cultural attractions to explore, including the São Paulo Museum of Art (MASP) designed by Lina Bo Bardi,

Bill Calls for Taxing Airbnb, Other Short-term Rentals

Massachusetts lawmakers have reached a deal on taxing short-term rentals such as those offered through Airbnb. The compromise reached over the weekend by House and Senate negotiators is expected to go before the House and Senate for an up-or-down vote on Monday. It calls for extending the state's current 5.7 percent hotel tax to most short-term rentals.

Insider Tricks for Staying Cool at Disneyland This Summer

It’s easy to have fun in the sun while you’re at Disneyland, but it’s also important to remember to take care of yourself while you’re exploring the park. Southern California can really heat up in the middle of summer. The average August temperature in Anaheim is 86 degrees Fahrenheit, and Disneyland just reached its highest recorded temperature ever on July 9 — 113

Jimmy Hoffa disappears

Jimmy Hoffa had a lunch appointment at Machus Red Fox Restaurant in a suburb of Detroit. He was scheduled to meet two business acquaintances, Anthony "Tony Jack" Giacalone from Detroit and Anthony "Tony Pro" Provenzano from New York. That day the former head of the Teamsters

Collette Serves Up One Million Meals As Part of Massive CSR Campaign

Collette, North America’s oldest tour operator and a leader in corporate social responsibility, reached its goal of donating one million meals at a recent packaging event during the company’s annual Founder’s Day. Collette launched the One Million Meals hunger initiative in 2016 to celebrate the company’s 100th anniversary and to honor its core value of giving back.

Paris Hotels: Top Picks in 10 Popular Neighborhoods

The question isn’t if you should go to Paris, but rather when to visit and where to stay. With such a wide variety of hotels – from top-of-the-line luxury stays to charming and trendy boutiques – it can be hard to choose the right one for you. That’s why we rounded up Oyster.com’s favorite property in 10 popular Paris neighborhoods, including touristy hot spots near landmarks like the Louvre and

Spirit Passengers on Fort Lauderdale-bound Flight Sickened by 'Dirty Socks' Stink

What’s that smell? That’s what passengers aboard a Spirit Airlines flight bound to Fort Lauderdale Thursday night had to wonder. Whatever the odor was — passengers likened it to the smell of “dirty socks” according to CBS 4 News in New York — it caused the flight to be diverted to Myrtle Beach in South Carolina. According to CBS, 220 passengers were on board Spirit Airlines Flight 779 that

Disney to Eliminate Plastic Straws at Its Parks, Cruises

Disney is eliminating plastic straws and plastic stirrers at all of its properties, the company announced Thursday morning (July 26). It also is scaling back the number of plastic shopping bags at its parks and cruises. The Walt Disney Company said it plans to eliminate single-use plastic straws and stirrers by mid-2019. It estimates it uses more than 175 million straws and 13 million stirrers annually.

Celebrity Cruises to Revamp Fleet While Moving Forward on Celebrity Apex

Celebrity Cruises is set to debut its first new ship in more than a decade when Celebrity Edge makes its way to Florida this fall, but the cruise line isn’t slowing down after that. This past week, the second of four Edge-class ships, Celebrity Apex, moved forward with a steel-cutting ceremony at the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in St. Nazaire, France. And earlier this month, Celebrity announced it

Ways to Keep Your Devices Safe While Traveling

Gadgets break when you travel. I wish I’d known just how fragile my technology was when I visited St. George, Utah, on a one-week tour of the state’s national parks. In a grocery store parking lot, my son accidentally knocked my new Pixel 2 phone out of my hand, sending it flying onto the hot pavement. The case failed to protect my device, and the screen shattered. A 2016 survey by Verizon

So You’re a Lunatic Who Is Taking Your Toddlers on a Long-Haul Flight

I embarked on my solo drive from Brooklyn to Washington D.C. with three kids in tow feeling delusionally smug. The Amazon Prime order had been placed in the nick of time, and so I’d obtained a robotic-looking arm that would attach to one of the front seats and suspend the iPad in the air between the two back seats. Screen set-up and territorial disputes—sorted. It wasn’t pretty, but it was

The Ferguson Fire, Here's What You Need to Know About What's Open, What's Closed and How to Get a Refund

If you were planning to visit Yosemite Valley this weekend, it’s time for Plan B. The valley as well as the Wawona area of Yosemite National Park closed Wednesday to support firefighting operations in the Ferguson fire. Visitors who had reservations for hotels, tent cabins, campgrounds and visitor activities inside the southern and western parts of the park Wednesday to Sunday will be eligible for rebooking or refunds.

These New Hotels Can Actually Compete With Airbnb

It’s one of the most divisive questions for road warriors: hotel or Airbnb? Don’t agonize over your answer. Thanks to a new, hybrid concept that’s taking the hospitality world by storm, it’s possible to get the best of both worlds. Meet the boutique apart-hotel. It’s half-apartment, half-hotel, but 100 percent ready for your Instagram feed. These kinds of accommodations generally bring to mind the

Cruise Lines Are Trying to Win Over Millennials - With Trampolines and Sky Bikes

Major cruise operators are making big updates to the on-board cruise experience to target millennials. Royal Caribbean just spent $120 million transforming the Mariner of the Seas cruise ship as part of the $900 million "Royal Amplified" program to renovate and upgrade 10 ships in four years. Among the updates? The Sky Pad, a bungee trampoline experience that integrates virtual reality.

10 Cool Destinations for When You Just Can't Take the Summer Heat

Summer is heating up, but not everyone is so eager to head to the beach. The season can mean laying in the sand, soaking up rays, swimming in the surf, and lots of ice cream on the boardwalk for some people. For others, summer means sweat, sunburn, and fighting to find the nearest fan for just a moment of relief. Hey, not everyone was built to withstand the sweltering heat. And luckily,

The Trending Travel Destinations According to a Travel Instagram Account

Travel media Instagram account, @earth. have revealed their top ten trending travel destinations The millennial-focused account has over a million followers and it developed the list using an algorithm based on two variables. The first was through answers submitted by over 100,000 of its followers to the question: “if you could go anywhere on earth, where would it be?” The second was through

Using Data to Help shift Tours and Activities From Mobile-friendly to Mobile-optimised

The go-to statistic when discussing the potential of tours and activities comes from research which says the sector will be worth “$183 billion by 2020.” That sum represents a vast opportunity – for B2B tech providers, B2C distributors, wholesalers and aggregators, the businesses providing the tours or hosting the activities, the investment community and more. The valuation from Phocuswright came

The de Havilland Comet

July 27, 1949 saw the inaugural flight of the de Havilland Comet, the world's first commercial jet airliner. Manufactured by British company de Havilland, the craft was a high point in early aeronautical design and was powered by four jet engines. Unfortunately, early models suffered

4 Tips for Protecting Your Trip During Hurricane Season

With some parts of the world still recovering from last year’s brutal hurricane season, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is predicting a slightly-above average stretch this year (through Sept. 1). Planning well in advance for potential disruptions is essential, even if you’re not traveling to a high-risk areas like Florida or the Caribbean, said Justin Tysdal, travel

10 Train Routes in Europe That Are Faster Than Flying

While Europe doesn’t have the caliber of high-speed trains that Asia is known for, the continent certainly has better train travel than the U.S. Train routes in Europe are often affordable and easy, especially when traveling within the Schengen zone. Train travel has plenty of advantages over flying: You’ll arrive right in the city center, the fares are often more affordable, and you won’t have to deal with security lines.

July Route Roundup: Where Cruise Lines Are Adding Sailings

Cruise lines are constantly tweaking their schedules. Sometimes it's just the addition of a single port to a long-established itinerary. Other times it's the rollout of an all-new route. Here, some of the more notable new itinerary announcements from recent weeks. Azamara Club Cruises will offer South Africa voyages in 2020 — a first for the line. The upscale cruise operator plans four 10-night

Ryanair: Pilots to Strike Again on First Friday in August

Pilots employed by Ryanair in Ireland have announced a fourth one-day strike on one of the busiest days of the year. Members of the Irish Airline Pilots’ Association (IALPA) will stop work on Friday 3 August, and have warned that more strikes will follow unless Ryanair’s management “changed tack and negotiated in good faith on the issue of base transfers and related matters”.

The Best Holidays for People Who Love the Sea

Ah, the romance of the ocean: the rapturous splash of waves on sand, the whisper of a coquettish breeze, the sensual invigoration of a swim. All of us at some time in our lives, have discovered the sea is our ultimate playground. The personal recollections shared by The Telegraph writers over these pages only confirm its boundless seductions. In it, on it, under it, beside it, what would holidays be without the sea?

They Once Said Small, Luxury Ships Wouldn't Be Profitable. Now They're Building More

In a scene that plays out each evening on cruise ships all over the world, during a recent voyage I popped into a bar for a pre-dinner cocktail. My request was a Jack Daniels on the rocks. How the next scene plays out depends on your choice of ships. If your ship is operated by a budget cruise line or most premium lines, the price of that drink would range from about $8, as measured by a small

Marriott, Airbnb See Opportunity in Selling 'Experiences'

Hotel and home-sharing companies don’t just want to sell you a room anymore. They also want to sell you an experience. Want a “Game of Thrones” walking tour of Dubrovnik, Croatia? Marriott can book it for you. Want to create your own perfume in Paris? Airbnb can help. Online operators like TripAdvisor and Expedia have been booking activities for more than a decade. But Marriott

National Security Act of 1947

In response to the growing tensions with the USSR during the Cold War, on this date U.S. President Harry S. Truman signed the National Security Act into United States law. The Act simultaneously created the Central Intelligence Agency, the Department of Defense, the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and the National Security Council.

Mayan Ruins and Natural Wonders in Central America, a Bargain Cruise and More

Central America is awash with nature opportunities ranging from rainforests filled with monkeys and exotic birds to crystal clear seas teeming with brightly colored fish and sea rays. It also has a wealth of sites that document the ancient cultures that once ruled these lands. Natural Habitat Adventures has a new land and sea tour — Belize to Tikal: Reefs, Rivers & Maya Ruins — that explores both

The Top 15 Hotels in New York City

Sure, New York City is a place of grand skyscrapers and even grander ambitions — but it is also a town that lives and dies by its smaller neighborhoods, each with its own personality and charm. And it’s no surprise that our readers’ favorite places to stay in the city are also full of character, just like the various neighborhoods they represent. Every year for our World’s Best Awards survey, T+L

Why You Can No Longer Book a Flight From the U.S. to Taiwan

It’s no longer possible to book a ticket from the U.S. to Taiwan — depending on whom you ask. In order to avoid punitive sanctions from China, three major U.S. airlines (American, Delta and United) removed the word “Taiwan” from their websites on Wednesday. The airlines will continue to fly to the capital Taipei airport. Earlier this year, China’s Civil Aviation Administration sent a letter to more

Greece Wildfires: Is It Safe to Travel to Greece?

Tourists in southern Greece should keep up to date with the news and follow the advice of local authorities, the Foreign Office has warned after wildfires not far from Athens killed as many as 60. A blaze swept through the resort town of Mati, in the Attica region, an hour from the Greek capital, in some of the worst fires since 2007 when dozens were killed on the southern Peloponnese peninsula.

These Are the Top Summer International Destinations, According to American Express Travel

What are the top trending international destinations so far this summer? Istanbul is at the top of the list of 25, but cities all across the world made the cut. From Buenos Aires to Nairobi to Tokyo, travelers this summer are willing to go far and wide. Four Italian cities are also on the list. American Express Travel looked at its booking data to determine which cities had the most year over year growth this July.

Expert Cruisers Share Why Small Ships Are Not the Only Thing Different About Windstar

Windstar Cruises has been ranked first for small ships cruising in Panama Canal and Central America by Cruise Critic in their third annual Cruisers’ Choice Destination Awards. Based entirely on consumer ratings and cruise reviews, the awards name the world’s most popular cruise destinations and new for 2018

J.D. Power: Here Are the Hotels That Satisfy Guests the Gost

Hotels are making their customers much happier across the board, especially when it comes to rooms and facilities, according to J.D. Power’s 2018 North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction Index released Tuesday. Out of a 1,000-point scale, overall satisfaction with the hotel industry increased eight points to 825. “Hotels in all price ranges have excelled at ensuring their customers have a top-notch

New Orleans at 300: Why 2018 is the Perfect Time to Visit

In 1718, a French explorer named Jean-Baptiste Le Moyne de Bienville sailed down the Mississippi River to establish a new French colony on the Gulf of Mexico. This colony would expand New France from eastern Canada all the way down to the Gulf. That colony became New Orleans. Now, New Orleans is known for celebrations, but it’s really kicking it up a notch (as New Orleans’ own Emeril

The Best Rail Journeys for Summer 2018

From steam trains in Yorkshire to a journey across the Rockies, Anthony Lambert suggest 10 of the finest rail trips for summer. Yorkshire: Reached from the East Coast main line at Darlington, the Esk Valley line begins at Middlesbrough and soon enters the North York Moors National Park near Roseberry Topping. Every station offers wonderful walks, but most passengers head for the jewel-like

Cruise Critic Readers Choose Their Top Destinations

Cruising is a great way to catch some killer views while discovering places like Alaska, Canada and the rivers of Europe. Can’t decide where to go? If you take advice from Cruise Critic readers, you'll visit all these places. The cruise website’s readers' top choices for 2018 are Glacier Bay, Alaska; Quebec City, Canada; and a host of European destinations, including Arles, Avignon and Villefranche,

First flight across the English Channel

The trip took 37 minutes, it was raining and strong winds pushed the small plane off course. The monoplane flew at an average airspeed of 40 miles per hour at an altitude of 250 feet. But on this day in 1909, French pilot Louis Blériot flew the 22 miles from Calais to Dover, becoming the first person to pilot

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I can clearly remember my first vacation abroad: I was five, and my parents and I were exploring the Irish countryside, driving through Co. Tipperary to see where my father’s family came from. We ate in pubs, hiked to castles, and saw a spectacularly large pig on a farm that made me question reality (seriously, this was the pig to end all pigs). Sure, I only ate chicken fingers and fries in said

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If you were planning to visit Yosemite Valley this weekend, it’s time for Plan B. The valley as well as the Wawona area of Yosemite National Park will close Wednesday to support firefighting operations in the Ferguson fire. Visitors who had reservations for hotels, tent cabins, campgrounds and visitor activities inside the southern and western parts of the park Wednesday to Sunday will be eligible

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Once upon a time, not so very long ago, many cruise ships could have been mistaken for floating retirement homes; their wrinkled temporary residents eager to tick the remaining items off their bucket lists before their bodies seized up for good. What a difference a few years makes. New Zealand ocean cruise passenger numbers have risen an average 14.7 per cent a year for the past decade,

U.S. Airlines Meet Beijing Halfway on Describing Taiwan

American Airlines Group Inc., Delta Air Lines Inc. and United Continental Holdings Inc. joined other carriers in bowing to Chinese pressure to change the way they describe Taiwan—but stopped short of expressly referring to the self-governing island as part of China. Beijing ordered all airlines in April to start referring to Taiwan as “Taiwan, China” and to stop implying that Taiwan is an

8 Holiday Destinations at Risk of Being Ruined by Tourism

Thanks to the internet, an increase in affordability and shorter travel time, going on holiday is easier than ever. While traveling the world undoubtedly enriches the mind, opens the eyes to other cultures and has many economic benefits, the rise of tourism also has some negative impacts. A number of the world's most famous natural wonders are at risk of ruin as they struggle to keep up with the

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Hotels claim their beds are amazing. Not all of their guests agree. At least that's what two recent surveys and some of this column's readers say. Hotel beds are average at best, and plenty of guests complain about bad sleep when they're on the road. The fix: You have to be really picky about where you stay if sleep is a priority. A new hotel guest survey by Mattressadvisor.com found that nearly

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Solo female travel just keeps getting hotter. According to the George Washington University School of Business, nearly two-thirds of today’s travelers are women. The Travel Industry Association reports that an estimated 32 million American women travel alone every year. And travel companies are seeing a big uptick in interest from solo female travelers. Hostelworld, the largest online hostel-booking

The 10 Best Tours Around the World, According to Actual Travelers

TripAdvisor recently announced the winners of its Travelers' Choice Awards for Experiences. Using an algorithm that took into consideration the reviews and popularity of the activities on its site, TripAdvisor compiled a list of the top travel experiences around the world. From climbing a bridge in Australia to learning how to cook in Italy, TripAdvisor's top-rated activities cover a diverse array of

PERILLO TOURS’ NEW 2019 ITINERARIES SPOTLIGHT CUISINE AND SOUTHERN ITALY

Perillo Tours, a leader in escorted travel to Italy for more than 70 years, debuts its 2019 itineraries with two new tour programs designed specifically for food lovers and for travelers looking to explore southern Italy. To celebrate, Perillo Tours is offering an “Early Bird Special.” Guests who book any of the 2019 Italy escorted tours and make a deposit by October 1, 2018 will save $200 per couple when

WOW Air Rolls Out $99 One-way Fares to Iceland; But There's Fine Print

WOW Air rolled out one of its signature fare sales on Monday, offering $99 one-way fares to Iceland from eight U.S. cities. While that fare is an excellent deal, it also comes with a considerable amount of fine print. Perhaps the most significant is that the return fares are much higher; in some cases, the return is double or triple the advertised $99 Iceland-bound fare. Among the rest of the fine print:

When is The Ryanair Strike and Why Are Pilots So Unhappy?

Pilots employed by Ryanair in Dublin announced two more 24-hour strikes. It followed a one-day stoppage which led to the cancellation of 30 flights between the UK and the Irish capital, and the threat of cabin-crew strikes in four European countries later in July. Your questions are answered here. When is the pilots’ strikes? The first was on one of the busiest days of the year for aviation:

I's Called Vomit Fraud. And It Could Make Your Uber Trip Really Expensive

The next time you use Uber, check your bill. The trip could turn out to be expensive — not just for the distance but for a type of fraud that is on the rise. It’s called “vomit fraud,” a scam repeatedly denounced in social networks yet still taking place around the world. And Miami, of course, is a common spot. What is it? Passengers request Uber cars, which deliver them to their destination. So far so

Virgin Voyages Will Debut First Ship in 2020 With Policy That Bans Single-use Plastics

When Virgin Voyages’ first ship, the Scarlet Lady, hits the water in 2020, it won’t have plastic straws, bottled water, other beverage bottles, shopping bags, food packaging, stirrers and items such as take-away coffee and tea cups. Many cruise lines are stepping away from serving plastic straws onboard as an effort to curb the amount of plastic garbage that winds up polluting the oceans. But Virgin

New TSA-Approved 3-D Scanners Mean You Can Keep Your Liquids in Your Bag

Next month will mark 12 years (twelve!) since the TSA introduced its liquid restrictions for carry-ons. While whipping out your quart-sized bag is now synonymous with airport security, it may not be for much longer. Both London-Heathrow and New York-JFK airports are testing new Analogic ConneCT scanners that take 3-D images of your luggage—basically the same computed tomography (CT)

Northern Spain Road Trip: Pull Over for Pintxos

The road from San Sebastián to A Coruña is one of big cities, pretty fishing towns, high cliffs and raging sea. It skirts the rugged Basque coast, runs through lush Cantabria and Asturias, and ends up in Galicia, on the wildly beautiful Costa de la Muerte. San Sebastián is all about food, and there is so much to recommend. Stay a few minutes from the old town and its narrow streets and

The Top 10 Cities in Asia

In this immense region, a city can be many things: the capital of an ancient kingdom, like Siem Reap, Cambodia; a spiritual center for wellness, like Ubud, Bali; or a hub of global culture and finance, like Tokyo. This diversity is what draws travelers to Asia again and again: No two cities are alike, each revealing a new facet of this vast continent. But some, of course, rank higher than others with T+L

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Asia boasts of major cities like Shanghai, Beijing, and Tokyo that draw travelers to the heart of their countries. However, much can be said about the tucked-away landmarks, villages, and towns that behold various treasures. Invest yourself in the beauty of mud volcanoes in Borneo, the diversity of artisan villages in China, and the little-known, temple-studded island in Hong Kong.

A Surprising Hotel Brand Luxury Travelers Need To Know

Dukes Hotel in London is arguably the most famous place to have a martini in the entire world. It’s the very spot where James Bond creator Ian Fleming drank his while ruminating on famed character 007’s penchant for the drink. It’s where white-tuxedoed staff roll a cart filled with gins and vermouths (and organic lemons imported especially from Italy) right to your chair in the stately library style

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When it comes to New York City politics, Airbnb doesn't go down without a fight. The New York City Council last week unanimously voted, 45 to 0, to pass a bill that requires Airbnb to give the city the names and addresses of people who rent their homes on its site. If Airbnb refuses, it could face thousands of dollars in fines. The council said the goal of the bill is to give it an enforcement

Emerald Waterways To Add New River Cruise Ship on Mekong

Emerald Waterways will be putting a brand-new river cruise ship, the 84-passenger Emerald Harmony, on the Mekong River in 2019. Emerald Harmony will have many of the features of the line's European "star ships," including Panorama Balcony suites with drop-down windows. There will also be Asian design touches; Horizon Bar & Lounge will be Asian themed and the ship's main dining venue

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Let’s be real: Most people probably can’t find Uzbekistan on a map let alone tell you about its top tourist sites. The country saw about two million international arrivals in 2013, the last year for which World Bank data is available; France, on the other hand, saw 83.6 million arrivals that year. And while Condé Nast Traveler has sung the praises of the country, it’s still a bit of a stretch for your typical

Machu Picchu Discovered

On July 24, 1911, American explorer Hiram Bingham discovered the remains of the Incan city Machu Picchu. Located high in the mountains, the city remained intact after the Incans abandoned it in the 17th Century due to lack of awareness of its existence. Besides the locals, no one knew of Machu Picchu's

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Late summer of 2017 is a time that many Caribbean island inhabitants likely won’t soon forget. In the span of two weeks, two Category 4 hurricanes swept through the region, leaving a path of destruction and turning postcard-perfect beach locales into scenes resembling war-torn battlefields. Hurricane Irma, one of the Atlantic’s strongest hurricanes on record, pummeled St. Thomas in the

This is Why Romania is the Next Capital of Adventure Holidays

“Keep yourself clipped in” shouts my guide Christina as I heave myself up onto a narrow ledge and fumble amateurishly with my safety harness. My breathing ragged, I get my carabiners in order, tighten them shut on the steel cable and lean back to take in the view. A train clatters along the rusty tracks, snaking through the valley 200 metres below. The vast Pădurea Craiului spread out across

The Best Camping Holidays for 2018

Whether you fancy something remote and far away, or prefer to put up your canvas closer to home, Chris Leadbeater has found the perfect pitch for you this summer. It’s a suggestion that can be filed under the giant shrug of “well, it seemed a good idea when we booked it, and you were all for it, oh love of my life” when water is running down the guy ropes and everything you’ve packed for the

Would You Ever Vacation Nude? 'Nacations' Are the Latest Getaway Trend

Last night was crazy. Not in the Las Vegas sense of over-imbibing and forgetting where your hotel room is kind of crazy, but the kind where you go to a toga foam party and everyone ends up naked in a sea of glorious, sudsy, wild debauchery. And that was only the first night I spent at Jamaica’s Hedonism II, a clothing-optional resort situated against the sparkling blue Caribbean Sea.

How Safe is an Airport’s Wi-Fi? Cybersecurity Study Ranks the Nation’s Best and Worst

Some good news for patrons of Miami International Airport who use their smart phones and laptops to do business or pass time on social media while waiting on a flight. According to a new survey by Coronet, a Tel Aviv-based cloud security company, Miami International is one of the 10 most secure airports in the country when it comes to cybersecurity. MIA ranked No. 9, one position

Residents Flee Forest Fire Near Greek Capital of Athens

Residents fled their homes Monday as a swift-moving fire blazed through a mountainous pine forest west of Athens and churned out smoke that turned the sky orange over the Greek capital. The fire department said 80 firefighters with 40 vehicles were on the scene near the seaside settlement of Kineta, about 50 kilometres (30 miles) from Athens between the capital and Corinth, while seven

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Malasaña lives in perpetual rebellion. The most avant-garde barrio in Madrid, it’s home to candy-colored buildings and technicolor street art, all drenched in Spanish sunshine. Waking from a late slumber, the neighborhood gently crescendos into joyful chaos, first signaled by the clink of tattooed baristas pouring the trendiest café con leches in the city. Under a splattering of graffiti, Spanish

Ulysses S. Grant Dies

Ulysses S. Grant, American Civil War general and the eighteenth President of the United States, died on this date in 1885. Grant was by almost any estimation a brilliant military strategist and his battlefield tactics are studied even today. His record as a president, however, is mixed. He held office during some

The Top 5 Safari Lodges in Africa

When it came to selecting the top safari lodges in Africa, properties in South Africa, Zambia, and Tanzania rose to the top. And who could blame our readers? Home to top wildlife-viewing sites like Kruger National Park, South Luangwa National Park, and the UNESCO-protected Ngorongoro Conservation Area, these countries offer travelers the chance to see lions and leopards on the prowl, thousands

7 Stunning Natural Wonders in the Middle East

If you close your eyes and picture the Middle East, windswept desert dunes probably come to mind. While this region certainly has incredible sandscapes worth wandering (and we’ve included some here), it’s also home to a hypersaline lake, Technicolor valleys, and geological formations so fantastical you might feel you’ve arrived in a fairy-tale land or left Earth entirely. Here are a few of the many

Exclusive: Costa Maya's Parent to Develop New Puerto Plata Cruise Port

The company behind Mexico's Puerto Costa Maya has won the concession to develop a cruise port at Puerto Plata. 'This is a major project for the Dominican Republic,' said Robert Shamosh, head of commercial affairs for Mexico's ITM Group. 'Things are aligned. The cruise lines are coming. This location is very strategic for Eastern Caribbean itineraries of four, five and seven days.

Princess Cruises joins list of cruise lines ordering giant new ships

Princess Cruises is going big with its next series of cruise ships. The Love Boat line on Monday announced plans for two new vessels that will measure 175,000 tons — more than 20% bigger than its biggest ships to date. Scheduled to debut in 2023 and 2025, respectively, the as-yet-unnamed vessels will carry approximately 4,300 passengers at double occupancy. That's about 700 more than

JetBlue Founder Buying 60 Jets for New US Start-up Airline

It's official. The USA appears set to get a new start-up airline that will be launched by the founder of JetBlue. Speculation about David Neeleman’s start-up carrier has mounted since news about the effort – currently dubbed “Moxy” in investor presentations – was first reported in June by trade publication Airline Weekly. Now, Neeleman’s start-up has taken one of the most concrete steps yet toward

Collette Celebrates 100 Years With 10% Off on All 2018 Tour Departures

Pawtucket, R.I. (July 16, 2018) – Collette, one of the world’s most renowned global tour operators, continues to celebrate its 100th anniversary by offering 10 percent off all tour departing during the remainder of 2018 when booked between July 18 - 31, 2018.

Reimagining the Museum Tour

On a recent Monday afternoon, Sarah Dunnavant, a 27-year-old actress and guide with the tour company Museum Hack, gathered her group of eight at the entrance of the Art Institute of Chicago, promising to reveal the “salacious, sexy and scary” parts of the museum in an animated two-hour “un-highlights” trip through the museum. She led the way to American folk art whirligigs, a fake Caravaggio

World's Strangest-looking Airplane? New Airbus 'Beluga' Takes Flight

Airbus completed the maiden flight of its massive new BelugaXL transport aircraft on Thursday, debuting the plane in front of a crowd of more than 10,000 near the company’s headquarters in Toulouse, France. Airbus’s oddly shaped jet – named for its resemblance to the whale of the same name – is the first of five that Airbus expects to build by 2023. The jets will be used to phase out the existing

How to Enjoy Your Holiday When Things Go Wrong

The trip to Edinburgh was perfectly planned. My wife and I were running rapidly low on our allotted holiday days from work, but the wedding was on a Friday evening. No problem — we’d fly out of Berlin on Friday morning and aim to get to Edinburgh around 2pm, with time to check into our Airbnb, have a relaxed pre-wedding dinner, and dress up before the ceremony. It turned out direct flights

10 Great Road Trips Around the World

This is a wonderfully underrated road-trip destination. From Bucharest, take Road 1 towards the Carpathian mountains, to the well-preserved medieval towns of Braşov and Sighişoara. On the way, you’ll often be surrounded by dense, dark woodland and craggy peaks, where there are bears and wolves, and pass the time spotting castles and horse and carts. In Zărneşti, we stayed at Pensiunea

Richard Branson's New Virgin Hotel in San Francisco Is Now Taking Reservations

Richard Branson's Virgin Hotels is now accepting reservations for its new San Francisco outpost. Those who are eager to check into the new Virgin Hotel San Francisco can make reservations today for stays starting from Nov. 15. The hotel will be located in the SoMa (South of Market) neighborhood, close to the Yerba Buena Gardens. The newly-built hotel will have 192 rooms — or “chambers” as

Cuba Named as Number One Travel Destination for Female Solo Travellers

A few years ago, the idea of holidaying solo seemed a lonely prospect, and for female travellers it was also potentially dangerous. But improved infrastructure and growing confidence have helped the solo travel market explode, with more men and women choosing to embark on adventures alone. Hostelworld has revealed a 42% increase in solo travel bookings over the past two years, and according

Emirates Is Creating a Massive New Farm for Fresh Airplane Food

Dubai is certainly well-known for being an over-the-top travel destination, and with some of the most luxurious hotels, designer clothing stores, and world-class restaurants, it’s more than earned that descriptor. But soon, it may become more famous for its farming. Emirates Flight Catering, a subsidiary of Emirates Group, announced in June a new partnership with Crop One Holdings.

These Are the Destinations Where the U.S. Dollar Goes Further for Travelers

If you want to save money on vacation, you have to know where to go. Over the past year, some destinations have become a better value for U.S. travelers and some have become worse, according to RewardExpert. The finance and travel website determined just how far the U.S. dollar will go in popular international summer destinations this year, based both on the strength of the dollar

The Secret Rooms Hotels Don’t Tell You About

The Retreat at the Blue Lagoon—a low-slung, 62-suite escape that lurks half-hidden in the rugged landscape just outside Reykjavik—has only been open for three months, and it’s already one of the buzziest luxury spots in Europe. Perched on the edge of the geothermally heated pool for which it’s named, it features floor-to-ceiling windows with spectacular views across the lava rock, plus a

Virgin Has Revealed the Name of Its First Cruise Ship

Virgin Voyages unveiled the long-awaited name of its first ship today - “Scarlet Lady” - at its shipyard in Genoa, Italy. Founder Sir Richard Branson and president and CEO Tom McAlpin revealed further details about the cruise line’s debut ship, including a ban on single-use plastics on board, renderings and animations of nine new public spaces and the plans for its wellbeing programme, “Vitamin Sea”.

Here Are Some of the Most Romantic Ocean Cruises

Looking for romance on the high seas? Like the hit television show “The Love Boat” would have you believe, cruising is prime for some loving. These days, the experience on and off the ship is considerably more contemporary than the classic series from the 1970s and 80s once depicted. Ships are generally much larger, offering lovers plenty of accommodations, activities and dining options.

Watch Out for These Summer Travel Scams

If you're hoping to get out of the Valley to escape the heat, be careful as you make plans. Travel scams are in "full swing" as temperatures soar in the Phoenix area, Attorney General Mark Brnovich said Thursday. Here's how to avoid being scammed on summer vacation. Don't book with a lesser-known travel website even if it shows cheaper prices. You might lose a lot more if the

One Small Step

On this day in 1969, Neil Armstrong became the first human to walk on the surface of the moon. With him was fellow astronaut Buzz Aldrin. Team member Michael Collins orbited the moon above, awaiting their safe return. The Apollo 11 mission landing was the culmination of President John F. Kennedy's

Celestyal Cruises Announces Appointment of Joshua Hepp as Business Development Manager, Western USA and Western Canada

Piraeus, Greece -- July 19, 2018 -- Celestyal Cruises is pleased to announce the appointment of Josh Hepp as Business Development Manager, Western USA and Western Canada, effective 9 July 2018. Based in Denver, CO Josh will be responsible for aggressively growing Celestyal’s footprint in the West

5 Tips for a Luxury Trip to Istanbul for Less

Travelers interested in visiting Istanbul are in luck: The United States dollar has been strong against the Turkish lira recently, and your money goes a long way. Karen Fedorko is the owner of Sea Song, a travel company in Istanbul that plans private trips to Turkey. “You can have a fabulous upscale vacation here without trying too hard,” she said. Having planned dozens of Turkish trips herself

Travel agents: How to Find a Good One and How They Can Help

When you can book every aspect of a trip online, in minutes, why would you use a travel agent? And how do you find a good one? Erika Richter, communications director for the American Society of Travel Agents, joined this week’s episode of the AP Travel podcast “Get Outta Here! ” to explain how travel agents work and how to find one. Here are some excerpts from the podcast, edited for

From Africa to Tea with the Queen

Eighty-year-old women are supposed to stay at home. The neatly dressed grandmother of our collective imagination derives her pleasure from indoor pursuits – cooking, reading, knitting. One thing octogenarian women aren’t supposed to do is embark on a solo five-month journey through Africa, driving from Cape Town to Cairo in a battered Toyota Conquest. Julia Albu never set out to be

How Safe is an Airport’s Wi-Fi? Cybersecurity Study Ranks the Nation’s Best and Worst

Some good news for patrons of Miami International Airport who use their smart phones and laptops to do business or pass time on social media while waiting on a flight. According to a new survey by Coronet, a Tel Aviv-based cloud security company, Miami International is one of the 10 most secure airports in the country when it comes to cybersecurity. MIA ranked No. 9, one position

I Scored the Strangest Job On a Cruise Ship

If you’ve ever been ice skating, you’ll know it’s not easy. And that’s on land. So imagine what it’s like ice skating on the ocean. Crazy, right? Cruise ships are rolling out more and more amazing entertainment, from flying foxes to bionic bars, and snow grottoes to bowling alleys. But only one cruise line has professional ice skaters and that’s Royal Caribbean. On-board Explorer of the Seas and

The Caribbean Island of St. Kitts is Private Getaway and an Up-and-Coming Destination

What do songstress Roberta Flack, reggae artist Damian (Jr. Gong) Marley, R&B singer Toni Braxton and Trinidadian soca star Machel Montano have in common? All were on the Caribbean island of St. Kitts this summer, celebrating a Sweet 16. Not just any Sweet 16, but the 16th annual St. Kitts Music Festival, which attracted some 5,000 people for three nights of concerts and Caribbean-style

This Incredible Cruise Near the North Pole Lasts a Month, Costs $37,000

Silversea is planning a 25-day trip through some of the most incredible landscapes on Earth, skirting icebergs and getting up close with polar bears on a nearly month-long trip through the Northeast Passage next summer. The voyage, aboard the Silver Explorer, will depart Nome, Alaska, on August 10, 2019, before traveling 5,776 miles west, past the International Date Line and Russia to Tromso

Barcelona Continues Crackdown on Illegal Holiday Apartments

For tourists to Barcelona who want to avoid being duped by fake listings on holiday apartment websites and social media accounts, or who simply wish to be more ethical visitors, the city council has created a website providing checks on whether a rental is legal. To avoid arriving and discovering the rental is one of the 2,000 apartments the city has closed down in the past year because they were

You Don't Have to Be a Kid to Get a Princess Makeover at Disney World

Living like a princess for a day isn’t just a dream anymore. At Walt Disney World in Orlando, salons are making wishes come true by offering couture princess makeovers for adults (as well as kids). Previously, children could visit the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, a beauty salon for kids, to be transformed into tiny princesses when they visit the park. But ever since last October, during Mickey's

The Best Niagara Falls Travel Tips From Our Readers

This week on Hack Your City, we got your travel advice on Superman’s favorite vacation spot, Niagara Falls. We’ve highlighted dozens of great tips in the Staff tab on the original comment thread. Below are a few of our favorites. Each Monday on Hack Your City, we ask readers for your best tips on a city: driving tips, restaurant recs, things to do, and any other advice for visitors and locals. Then on

JetBlue Founder Plans to Launch a New Low-cost Airline

The number of airlines has been shrinking in the last decade as airlines merge and acquire rivals, cutting competition and reducing choices for air travelers. Now David Neeleman, founder of JetBlue and a major investor in the Portuguese airline TAP and Brazilian carrier Azul, says he is leading a group of investors to create a new airline in the United States. The investors group made a

Pop-up Hotels? Yeah, That's a Thing Now

Here’s an alternative to both a hotel and an Airbnb: a pop-up hotel. That’s the concept that startup WhyHotel has introduced to Washington, D.C., and Baltimore and hopes to expand across the country. Last year, WhyHotel began operating these pop-up hotels within newly-built luxury rental apartment buildings that have yet to lease out all their units. Once a building is completed, it can take

The Sinking of the Mary Rose

The Mary Rose was one of the largest ships in the English Tudor navy of King Henry VIII. She had seen nearly thirty years of warfare and had recently been upfitted with a new innovation: gun ports along the side of the ship, allowing it to fire a broadside. However, the battle tactics to support the new innovation

The Sinking of the Mary Rose

The Mary Rose was one of the largest ships in the English Tudor navy of King Henry VIII. She had seen nearly thirty years of warfare and had recently been upfitted with a new innovation: gun ports along the side of the ship, allowing it to fire a broadside. However, the battle tactics to support the new innovation were not fully developed. Accounts indicate that, having exhausted her guns on her port side, the captain

SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS HONORED FOR “BEST AIRLINE STAFF IN AFRICA”AT THE SKYTRAX 2018 WORLD AIRLINE AWARDS

Fort Lauderdale, FL (July 18, 2018) – South African Airways (SAA), the leading airline from the U.S. to South Africa with the most daily flights, was honored with the “Best Airline Staff in Africa” award at the 2018 World Airline Awards hosted by world renowned aviation experts Skytrax™. The award presented at a special ceremony held at the Farnborough International Airshow attributed South African Airways’

On the Normandy Cheese Trail

“Once upon a time, there was triple crème in Normandy,” said François Olivier, a fourth-generation cheesemonger in the Norman capital of Rouen. Standing beside the glass counter of his family-run fromagerie, opened in 1907, Mr. Olivier gestured at an impressive array of Normandy’s dairy products, from raw-milk Camembert to unpasteurized butter and cream from the region’s

Marriott to Eliminate Plastic Straws From All Hotels

Marriott International has made a commitment to remove plastic straws from all of its more than 6,500 hotels by July 2019. As the largest hotel company in the world with 30 brands, Marriott’s decision will result in the elimination of more than 1 billion plastic straws and about a quarter-billion stirrers per year. “Removing plastic straws is one of the simplest ways our guests can contribute to plastic

The World's New No. 1 Airline for 2018 is...

Singapore Airlines has been named the world’s No. 1 airline, knocking off 2017 winner Qatar Airways, according to the annual World Airline Awards published by Skytrax. Singapore’s title – its first since 2008 and fourth overall – comes after it finished second in last year’s World Airline Awards. It also ends what had been a back-and-forth battle for the top spot between Qatar Airways and

Coast Guard Extends Safety Zone Around Hawaii Lava Flows After 'Bomb' Hits Tour Boat

The US Coast Guard extended the required safety zone surrounding active lava flows in Hawaii after a flying hunk of lava hit a tour boat and injured 23 people. The so-called lava bomb punctured the roof of a lava tour boat named Hot Shot on Monday morning in Kapoho Bay on Hawaii's Big Island, the Hawaii County Fire Department said. Boats in Hawaii were already required to be at least 300

Passengers Overhear Teacher Talking About Low-Income Students, Give Her More Than $500 in Cash

Chicago schoolteacher Kimberly Bermudez has always been the chatty type. So when she was on a Southwest Airlines flight to Florida to visit her parents last week, and her seatmate asked her what she did for a living, she told him about her first-graders, some of whom are homeless, and all of whom come from low-income families. He asked her: ‘‘What’s the most challenging part of your job?’’

20 Amazing Destinations in Spain You've Probably Never Heard Of

This summer, more of us will be heading for Spain than any other country. It has been our favourite holiday destination for more than two decades, and last year nearly 19m British holidaymakers paid a vist - that’s the equivalent of more than a quarter of the population. But while the vast majority of us funnel into the Balearics, the Canaries and the Costas, much of this vast and very

Celebrity and MSC Cruise Lines Plan New Florida Terminals to House Their Most Innovative Ships

Florida's cruise ports continue to grow, with two additional lines planning new terminals to accommodate their newest ships. Celebrity Cruises will complete its new terminal at Port Everglades (Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood, Fla.) in October in time for the launch of the Celebrity Edge cruise ship. In addition, MSC Cruises has announced plans to complete a new PortMiami terminal by 2022, designed to

The Most Beautiful Stained Glass in the World

First coming to prominence in the Middle Ages, stained glass has been enhancing buildings around the world for thousands of years. Although traditionally used in the windows of churches, mosques, and other holy buildings, the material reached the secular world in the 19th century—today, it's not uncommon to find it used in cultural buildings, hotels, art installations, and even shopping malls.

It's Official: Airfares Are Near Record Lows

Domestic airfares dropped to an average of $346 round trip in the first quarter of 2018, according to new data from the Department of Transportation. In inflation-adjusted terms, that’s the lowest average airfare since at least 1995, when an average round-trip flight cost $501. The dip marks a nearly four percent slide compared to the same period in 2017; fares were down a point from the fourth

Seek Out Mountain Gorillas on Tour of Uganda's National Parks

Trek through the jungle of Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in search of endangered mountain gorillas on a 10-day excursion offered by Classic Escapes. Other highlights include a two-night stay in Kibale Forest National Park, known for its chimpanzees and 325 bird species, and two days of game viewing in Queen Elizabeth National Park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and

A Whale of a Time in Cornwall: All Aboard a Marine Wildlife Cruise

“Ahoy there!” came the cry, jolting us out of sun-induced drowsiness as the propeller roared to life and the boat headed towards the horizon. “Whale ahead!” We’d been scanning flat expanses of azure water off southern Cornwall for a couple of hours in sweltering heat that had seemingly sent the sea to sleep, but now our patience had been rewarded. From the flybridge, keen-eyed AK Wildlife

Family Vacation Guide: How to Pick the Right Hotel for Your Crew

If you’re planning a vacation, it’s good to have your priorities straight and know how to pick the right hotel for your family. You need to come up with a game plan when it comes to booking a hotel, so consider all your options. Factors like location, price, and amenities all play a role in whether a hotel would be a good choice, and luckily websites like TripAdvisor or Trivago are there to help you along

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It was a big deal for Melanie Kennedy, a former accountant from Bangor, Northern Ireland, to indulge in a massage at the spa at Culloden Estate and Spa, in Belfast, earlier this year. Ms. Kennedy has stage four incurable breast cancer, and getting spa treatments have been a challenge ever since she was diagnosed almost six years ago at the age of 35. The lymph nodes she had removed in her

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A lava bomb hit a tour boat on Monday morning in Hawaii, injuring 23 people, the Hawaii County Fire Department said. The lava punctured the boat's roof and it returned to Wailoa Harbor, the fire department said. The roof of the boat after an explosion sent lava flying onto it Monday morning in Hawaii. Hilo Medical Center confirmed 13 passengers were treated at the hospital, and

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First there was Disneyland, Walt Disney’s groundbreaking foray into the amusement industry and the prototypical theme park. That inspired the massive Walt Disney World in Florida and a collection of theme park resorts across the globe. Disney’s parks have made a tremendous impact on the tourism industry and the ways that people vacation. The company has parlayed its expertise in travel and

Amtrak Adds Hot Meals for Long-haul Customers

Amtrak is continuing to improve its dining menus. A month after revamping the menus on its Northeast Corridor route, Amtrak is now beefing up its Capitol Limited and Lake Shore Limited sleeping car food choices with, among other things, beef. Starting this week, customers will get a hot entrée option in addition to chilled meals. Now for lunch and dinner, they can order slow braised beef short

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The sun was just starting to appear from behind the mountains of the Valley of Teotihuacán, northeast of Mexico City, as flames were pumped into the hot air balloon that we would soon be climbing aboard. All around me, people with tired eyes from their pre-dawn awakening were trying to keep warm in the early morning freshness, sipping greedily on hot coffees. The huge balloon inflated slowly

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The second time you visit an area is always a test. You are presumably going back because you enjoyed it the first time. Will the second visit live up to expectations? We were first recommended Çıralı, on the Turkish coast south of Antalya, by a friend who had lived in Kardamyli in Greece. It was apparently very similar: a beautiful but low-key resort, surrounded by mountains and lots to

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Long-haul flights tend to bring into sharp relief the best and worst qualities of airlines. Customers expect a seamless experience from check-in to touchdown, and they notice when something goes awry. This year’s World's Best winners, as voted by our readers, consistently exceed expectations across every class of service, including premium economy — an increasingly prevalent offering on

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The word “yoga” is Sanskrit, meaning “yoking” or “union.” For some yoga practitioners, that may mean union of breath, body, mind, or spirit. For the traveling yogi, it may be about that special union with an unforgettable place. With the very practice of yoga calling for your complete awareness, it’s perhaps one of the most fulfilling ways to enjoy the solace of nature. Fortunately, some of the world’s

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Last week, a small new island was born. It fit the major criteria—surrounded by water and smaller than a continent. The island emerged just a few yards off the coast of Hawaii’s Big Island, formed by the lava that’s been pouring from Kīlauea since May. Just a few days later, the small island had transformed. By Monday, July 16, according to the USGS, it had become an isthmus. The island

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Would you pay $99.95 for unlimited go-cart rides on a cruise ship? Norwegian Cruise Line is betting that at least a few people will. The Miami-based cruise operator has begun selling a $99.95 pass to the much-ballyhooed go-cart track atop its new Norwegian Bliss that is good for unlimited rides during a week-long voyage. Unveiled in April, Bliss is the first vessel aimed at the North American market

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Viking Orion, the newest Viking Ocean Cruise ship, made its debut in Italy on June 14, revealing a unique high-tech feature: a planetarium at sea. The ship is named after the constellation Orion (the hunter) and NASA's Orion spacecraft, the first crewed capsule designed to carry astronauts beyond low Earth orbit. The ship's name also honors retired NASA astronaut Anna Fisher, who is the

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Upon first glance, you might think this Boeing 727 in the photo above had an unfortunate crash landing in the jungle. But it's actually a hotel — and yes, you can stay in it. The fuselage, or the frame of an aircraft, is one of many accomodations offered by Hotel Costa Verde, a vacationer's dream resort nestled in Manuel Antonio National Park, located in Quepos, Costa Rica. Its many lodgings and

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It’s a beautiful day in Mister Rogers’ neighborhood! But if you want to visit, you’ll have to head to Pennsylvania. This year marks the 50th anniversary of the classic PBS children’s television show “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood,” hosted by the late Fred Rogers. A new documentary “Won’t You Be My Neighbor?” has helped rekindle interest in his legacy. Those who grew up watching the show, which

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If you've asked yourself, "How much smaller can these airline seats get?," there's good news for you: Not much. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Reauthorization Bill working its way through Congress requires the agency to set minimum seat width and pitch standards within a year. Separately, the Department of Transportation Inspector General has begun an audit to determine whether

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Hundreds of thousands of football fans who visited Russia for the World Cup have been handed a parting gift by Vladimir Putin: the freedom to return to the world’s biggest country without a visa, any time before the end of the year. Visiting supporters could avoid Russia’s complex and expensive visa requirements by obtaining a document called a Fan ID. It could be obtained online in a few

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Bison run faster than humans, I thought on my morning jog, as I panted down the slope. They weigh more too – around 1,400 pounds. One of those beasts could crush me flat and not even notice. I ran a little distance before looking back at the low ridge, where 50 or 60 bison posed like breathing statues, the morning sun lighting up the smoky exhale of their nostrils. The massive

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As the senior director of strategy and impact for the Adventure Travel Trade Association, Christina Beckmann was well aware of the growing demand for ever-deeper travel experiences - what some in the industry call transformational or transformative travel. After all, she had experienced it herself - not once, but twice. "I had my first transformation on the Colorado River in the Grand Canyon,"

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Don't worry, you won't have to pack your telescope for this adventure. Home-sharing platform Airbnb—which saw 50,000 people from all over the world book with it during the solar eclipse last year—has you covered, with spectacular domes, glass homes, forest lookouts, outdoor bedrooms, and bubbles ideal for staring up at the heavens. From Chile to Italy to the U.S.'s West Coast, these

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There’s no better way to explore the hidden treasures of Copenhagen than on a bike. Rent one and discover all kinds of small wonders that aren’t in the guidebooks. In particular, Nørrebro and Vesterbro are great areas to explore by bike, because of their many small streets. It is an easy way to get around, but beware: some Danish cyclists can be a bit aggressive towards people who do not follow

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The love affair with Greece continues for our readers, who have voted six of the country’s islands into the European Top 10 list this year. But beyond Santorini and Mykonos, some of these winners are decidedly lesser known. It turns out, there are still places you can be the first to discover in your circle of friends. Every year for our World’s Best Awards survey, T+L asks readers to weigh in on travel

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The most recent contract for the Dutch manufacturer’s hardwearing and environmentally friendly products covers the pair of Hurtigruten newbuildings, Roald Amundsen and Fridtjof Nansen, two hybrid propulsion expedition cruise ships under construction at Kleven shipyard in Norway. Hapag-Lloyd Cruises’ pair of polar class expedition cruise ships, Hanseatic Nature and Hanseatic Inspiration, on order at the Vard shipyard in Tulcea, Romania will also feature extensive Bolidt decking systems onboard.

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Once the desire to cruise has taken hold, it's hard to shake. You've done the Pacific Islands, New Zealand and Australian coast, sailed the Med, Caribbean and maybe Alaska – so, where to next? And even if you consider yourself immune, you might be surprised at how many people who once thought cruising too staid and uncool are now signing up to sail to the world's most desirable destinations.

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So you think your only choice during a long layover or a flight delay is to suffer in the airport terminal? Think again. But be prepared to pay handsomely one way or another for the alternative. The airline lounge competition is heating up around the globe, and two new entrants, American and United, have, somewhat belatedly, become serious contenders. Like the difference between first-class

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There are four Mercer hotels in Spain. They are all premier boutique hotels. The Grand Hotel Central is part of the three Único Hotels in Spain (two are in Madrid). In Spanish, Único means Unique, which is what boutique hotels are all about. Another thing that boutique hotels pride themselves on is being small and intimate. On that score, the Mercer Hotel wins. It has just 28 rooms while the

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On July 16, 1945, at 5:30 a.m. southeast of Socorro, New Mexico, the United States conducted the world's first test of an atomic bomb. The resulting explosion was the equivalent to 20 thousand tons of TNT. The shock wave was felt as much as 100 miles away. A few weeks later, a similar bomb was

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Summer is perennially peak season in air travel and this summer appears to be an especially good time to fly as airline competition, the increased deployment of fuel-efficient planes, and expanding route maps offer travelers more choices and often bargain fares. The number of fliers is expected to rise 3.7 percent this summer over last

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Bastille Day, the French national holiday to commemorate the storming of the Bastille in 1789 and the revolution that followed takes place tomorrow. The French capital will celebrate with the Eiffel Tower becoming the focus of a breathtaking sound and light show and a military parade on the Champs-Élysées. But there’s more to the City

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American Airlines acknowledged Wednesday that a computer glitch in June cancelled about 3,000 flights, many at Charlotte Douglas International Airport, and cost the carrier $35 million. American said the information-technology problem at PSA Airlines, a wholly owned regional carrier, disrupted flights for a week starting June 14

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Year to year, we see our readers’ travel habits shift, as some destinations suddenly explode in popularity (hello, Portugal and Iceland) and others experience a cooling, perhaps due to geopolitical events or an unfavorable exchange rate. And this, of course, trickles down into our World’s Best results, particularly when it comes to

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What makes a city truly great? Jaw-dropping architecture, distinctive restaurants, a rich array of cultural offerings, and intriguing shops are a must. A teeming street life, a friendly population, and a harmonious relationship with nature are equally essential. The cities that make up our list of the best in the world, as voted

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The British colonization of India left behind at least one institution that’s still maintained and cherished to this very day—a sprawling railway system. Though tracks span the length and breadth of the subcontinent, no part of the system is more impressive than the three mountain railways grouped as a single World Heritage site: the

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Mr. Melchiorri is an hotelier extraordinaire. A former Air Force protocol officer, he takes a no-nonsense approach as a wildly successful “hotel fixer” on the Travel Channel’s original series Hotel Impossible. In this program, Mr. Melchiorri uses his hotel experience, plus a wealth of his business strategies – and a terrific sense of humor – to

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Some Caribbean islands are better to visit than others. Some will resonate with us while others won’t based on a number of factors. Consideration of these factors will help travelers choose and enable marvelous memories from our travels. That’s a good reason to invest in good sunscreen, not to skip the entire Caribbean because you burn.

New National Geographic-affiliated Cruise to Take Tourists Down California Coastline

The journey, the result of a partnership between Lindblad Expeditions and National Geographic, will take its maiden voyage this December from the Bay Area to Southern California, hitting coastal landmarks including Angel Island and Sausalito, Monterey, Avila Beach, and Catalina Island before docking in Long Beach.

Eight Greek Getaways Inspired by 'Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again'

Movies set in beautiful destinations often inspire viewers to visit, and “Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again,” in theaters July 20, is no exception. Although the movie was filmed on the Croatian island of Vis, it’s set on the fictional Greek isle of Kalokairi. Like its predecessor, “Mamma Mia!,” the film is boosting interest in a seaside

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Cycling vacations are among my very favorite types of trips because they combine exercise with travel and culture to produce one of the best ways to explore new regions. The pace lets you really see the surrounding towns and countryside in a way you just cannot appreciate from a car or train window, and the cycling lets you

Bring This Travel Document If You and Your Kid Have Different Last Names

This week, a woman named Sylvia Acosta experienced what she described as a “Handmaid’s Tale moment” when passing through customs with her 15-year-old daughter at Dallas–Fort Worth International Airport. Because she and her child don’t share the same surname, Acosta claims she was detained and questioned by a customs

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Moonachie, NJ – July 11, 2018 – Central Holidays today announced the promotion of tour operator veteran María José Merino “MJ” to the role of Vice President, Operations for the award-winning travel brand. As Vice President of Operations, Merino will be

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As President Ronald Reagan prepared for surgery to remove polyps from his large intestine, Vice-President George Herbert Walker Bush prepared to make history. For eight hours, President Reagan was in preparation for surgery under general anesthesia and in post-operative recovery. For those eight hours

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More than 5,000 Ryanair passengers have had their flights to and from Dublin cancelled by a pilots’ strike on Thursday 12 July. The airline, which is the biggest budget carrier in Europe, grounded 30 flights between the UK and the Irish capital. Six flights to and from Gatwick were cancelled, along with four linking Birmingham, Bristol, Liverpool,

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Alexander Hamilton was the first Secretary of the Treasury of the United States. A prolific writer, he penned many of the Federalist Papers, long considered a primary source for interpretation of the US. Constitution. During his career, however, Hamilton made a number

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lying from London to Madrid, you have a sense of being bracketed by Richard Rogers. Heathrow’s Terminal 5 is not, perhaps, his masterpiece, but works well enough. Meanwhile, Madrid’s Barajas... well, let’s just say the Spanish did better in this particular bargain with this particular architect. It really is one of the loveliest airports in the world. A trial

TSA Screeners Have Immunity From Flier Abuse Claims, Appeals Court Rules

Fliers may have a tough time recovering damages for invasive screenings at airport security checkpoints, after a federal appeals court on Wednesday said screeners are immune from claims under a federal law governing assaults, false arrests and other abuses. In a 2-1 vote, the 3rd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Philadelphia said Transportation

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While coastal Dubrovnik and Split may be more well-known Croatian Adriatic destinations, the country’s capital offers much to explore. Ottoman, Austrian, and Hungarian influences combine with all aspects of Croatian life to form one of the most unique yet still under-the-radar cities in modern Europe. Regularly visiting my relatives in Zagreb, I never

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Year to year, we see our readers’ travel habits shift, as some destinations suddenly explode in popularity (hello, Portugal and Iceland) and others experience a cooling, perhaps due to geopolitical events or an unfavorable exchange rate. And this, of course, trickles down into our World’s Best results, particularly when it comes to ranking the top 100

The 10 Best Island Getaways in National Parks

When you need to cross the water to get away from it all, head off to these beautiful retreats across America. Solitude, romance, adventure, excitement—all these words and more come to mind when travelers think of island getaways. The National Park System encompasses hundreds of islands, some large and some tiny, and many beckon visitors to enjoy their charms for a few hours or an entire vacation.

Disneyland Just Experienced the Hottest Day at a Disney Park - Ever

Disneyland just had its hottest day ever. While southern California experienced a heat wave over the weekend, temperatures in Anaheim (home of Disneyland) soared to 113°F on July 6. It is not only the hottest temperature on record since the park opened in 1955, it is the hottest temperature recorded at any of the Disney parks around the world (including Orlando, Paris,

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What’s the weirdest thing you learned this week? Well, whatever it is, we promise you’ll have an even weirder answer if you listen to PopSci’s newest podcast. The Weirdest Thing I Learned This Week hits iTunes, Soundcloud, Stitcher, PocketCasts, and basically everywhere else you listen to podcasts every Wednesday morning. It’s your new favorite source for the strangest

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A new adventure cruise ship will make its maiden voyage down the California coast this winter, and one of its stops will be in Avila Beach. National Geographic, partnered with Lindblad Expeditions, is launching an experimental one-time cruise expedition from San Francisco to Long Beach aboard a small-capacity boat designed to offer a closeup view of the state's

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Want to spend an afternoon following in the footsteps of Beyoncé and Jay Z? Now you can -- thanks to the Louvre's new "Jay-Z and Beyoncé at the Louvre" self-guided tour, which spotlights 17 artworks used in the music video for "Apes**t," the super successful single the couple surprise-dropped in June. In the striking video, filmed on location in the Paris museum,

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Luxury purveyor Crystal Cruises continued its rapid move into river cruising on Wednesday with the christening of its fifth new river ship in less than two years. Hungarian producer Mariann Peller served as godmother for the 106-passenger vessel, Crystal Ravel, during a music-filled event along the waterfront of Budapest. “I am honored to become part of the Crystal

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Why did you end up paying $100 more per night for that hotel stay than your friend, who was a guest at the same property just a few days earlier? It’s not uncommon, according to Mike Heflin, the senior vice president of the hotels division at Travel Leaders Group, a network of 50,000 travel agents. “Hotel prices and the perks you get can vary wildly depending on how you

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When hot weather hits, travelers tend to have beaches on their brain. And while taking a refreshing dip in the ocean may be top of mind, there’s something special about a lake vacation. With opportunities for kayaking, canoeing and lounging, lakes also make for great playgrounds in the summertime. So before you start searching for sandy stretches around the world, take a look at our list of gorgeous lakeside hotels, from Idaho to Italy. Some are bright blue oases tucked beneath towering peaks,

Inside MSC Cruises' New MSC Seaview, One of the World's Largest Cruise Ships

Thinking about a voyage with MSC Cruises? Our latest Cruise Ship Tour, in the carousel above, offers a deck-by-deck look at the fast-growing line's just-unveiled MSC Seaview — one of the largest new cruise vessels of the year. Christened last month in Genoa, Italy, Seaview measures about 154,000 tons, making it the 16th largest cruise ship in the world. It holds 4,134

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Apologies to readers who expected this column to be about Virgin Galactic’s efforts to pelt Richard Branson and a planeload of wealthy show-offs towards Pluto. “Astrotourism” is in fact a clever rebranding of stuff we’ve been doing for ages: stargazing, eclipse-chasing and generally getting moony over the moon. As a trend, astrotourism has something of the upcycled sofa

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Paris, ever the virtuoso destination, has a new spirit: more open, green, connected and innovative. For the visitor, this means even more ways to experience this evolving city — from industrial sites transformed with rooftop bars to an immersive digital museum to a tech campus with the world’s biggest restaurant. Even classic sights such as the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre are

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We've all got our cures for jet lag: gallons of coffee, copious naps, even healthy food. And late last month, Delta announced that, in partnership with Equinox (yes, that Equinox), they'd be pursuing a remedy of their own: The two companies developed a program to fight jet lag with exercise, and they've named the program...Sweatlag. The partnership, in many

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There are certain obvious summer destinations that are perpetually spoiled by warm weather and sunshine. Dublin is not one of them. On the other hand, a late summer weekend in Dublin might just be your best shot at experiencing the city with agreeable weather. In a place where gentle rains and crisp breezes are the norm, the chance to see the city burst into life on a

What You Need to Know If You Are Traveling Overseas This Summer

More than 38 million Americans traveled overseas last year. If you are leaving the country for the first time or the 100th time, it pays to think about making sure you have safe travels. The American Red Cross offers tips that should be part of your travel plans — and most won’t cost you anything but time.

Our Editor in Chief Explains Why This Is the No. 1 Hotel in the World

Like many of you, I’m sure, when I read the results of our annual World’s Best Awards — the best of the best in travel, as rated by you, the world’s most sophisticated travelers — I scan first for places I already know and love, and then I look for ideas about where to go next. When this year’s results came in, I was in the middle of planning a trip to Asia, so I jumped at

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Last week, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization convened in Manama, Bahrain, for the 42nd session of the annual World Heritage Committee. Representatives from 21 States Parties were tasked with selecting new World Heritage sites, monitoring the conservation of current sites, and reviewing the List of World Heritage in Danger.

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n June 2018, Space reporter Samantha Mathewson sailed on the maiden voyage of Viking Orion, the newest ship in Viking's growing ocean fleet. The ship set sail on June 13 from Rome and traveled to several ports in the Mediterranean before ending its voyage in Barcelona, Spain, on June 19. The cruise ship is named after the constellation Orion, the hunter, and in

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If the restroom on your next flight seems a bit snug, don’t assume you’ve picked up a few pounds. U.S. airlines increasingly are putting smaller lavatories on their planes — and the economics of the decision means the smaller restrooms are probably here to stay. As labor costs rise and fuel prices surge, airlines are taking advantage of robust travel demand to squeeze as

How Amazon could succeed in travel: Researchers issue a warning to the industry

When Amazon enters, or even thinks about entering, new markets, entire industries sit at the edge of their seats — a sign of the e-commerce giant’s industry-moving potential. This was most recently seen in Amazon’s push into healthcare with its acquisition of online pharmacy PillPack. The morning the acquisition was announced, shares of Walgreens, Rite Aid, and CVS

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On July 11, 1921, William Howard Taft, who had been the 27th President of the United States, was sworn into office as the tenth Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court. He is the only former President to also serve on the Court. President Warren G. Harding nominated Taft, who

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Against the bright sky of an Oslo summer evening, three bodies twirled and popped in unison beneath towering Roman columns. Another passer-by, likely drunk, motioned that I should approach very quietly, very carefully. “They are a big, big dance group,” he whispered. “They were on American TV. They are my heroes!” Did he know the name of their crew? He did

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The latest tweak to Disney California Adventure, the sister theme park across the plaza from the original Disneyland, is largely cosmetic. By superimposing characters and taking inspiration from films such as “The Incredibles” and other computer-animated Pixar hits, the former Paradise Pier recently reopened as Pixar Pier. While the area is essentially the same, the

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The Ryanair pilot’s strike is expected to go ahead on Thursday 12 July, despite the fact the budget airline and union officials are meeting for further talks tomorrow morning. The Irish Airline Pilots Association (IALPA), a branch of Fórsa trade union, has accepted Ryanair’s invitation to meet the company on Wednesday 11 July. A statement published by Fórsa yesterday

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A man with a python hidden inside an external hard drive was stopped from boarding a Florida plane headed to Barbados. The Miami Herald reports that officers screening luggage at the Miami International Airport Sunday found an “organic mass” inside a checked bag. Transportation Security Administration spokeswoman Sari Koshetz says a bomb expert then examined the bag

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“They do everything else for us on this ship, I wonder if they’ll pack our bags?” As the couple walked down the hallway to a task we all dread at the end of a cruise I had to smile. I didn’t have the heart to tell them that yes, some passengers do have their bags packed for them, and for the first time I was going to be one of them. I’d come a long way since I stepped onto

Tourists on Honeymoon Collide While Zip-lining, Leaving Husband Dead and Wife Injured

A newlywed Israeli couple on their honeymoon collided while zip-lining in Honduras, leaving the husband dead and the wife seriously injured, Honduran authorities said. The wife was zip-lining amid the treetops in Roatan, the largest of Honduras's Bay Islands, when she got stuck shortly before 1:30 p.m. Thursday (July 5), Wilmer Guerrero, commander of the Roatan Fire

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ust imagine it, a luxurious room on an island, with chef-prepared meals and a view of the Statue of Liberty and the Manhattan skyline. Hotel? Not exactly. It's actually a campground of high-end tents on New York City's Governors Island, the latest outpost for glamping, or glamorous camping. Rates that can run more than $700 provide such creature comforts as full beds,

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The Institute for Economics and Peace has released its Global Peace Index for 2018, an annual ranking of the world's safest countries. Overall, the study found, the world is 0.27 percent less peaceful today than it was at this time last year. In fact, according to the institute, the world is the least peaceful it has been in the past ten years (probably not surprising for anyone

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The towers of Waikiki Beach cast such long shadows over Oahu that it seems daunting, in the mind’s eye at least, to escape them when weighing a visit to Hawaii’s most populous island. But it can be done, and we did. Odysseus-like, I lashed my hands to the mast of a Kia Optima for a week this spring while my family crew and I motored around the island’s perimeter,

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Whether you want to learn more about art, wine, or history, hang with Oprah or a horde of zombies, or are simply crazy for country crooners, there’s a themed cruise out there that will float your boat and allow you to set sail with like-minded vacationers. The bow (not to be confused with Daryl’s weapon of choice) of the Norwegian Pearl will be loaded with fans of

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Passengers will no longer get peanuts on Southwest Airlines flights, starting this summer. Beginning Aug. 1, the low-cost airline will stop serving peanuts on board its planes, the carrier said on Monday. The airline is one of several large carriers that have ditched the longtime, packaged airplane snack as some passengers suffer from peanut allergies, which can cause severe

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For decades, the Southeast Asia hotel game was ruled by three luxury brands: Mandarin Oriental, Peninsula, and, of course, Aman. But new brand on the block, Rosewood, whose first hotel in the region opened last November in Phuket, and made our Hot List of best new hotels for the phenomenal singing bowl massages alone) are swiftly gaining ground. The Hong Kong

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Medieval London was a tinder box. Wooden structures and shoddy construction, plus the use of live flame for heat and light made for a combustible mix that often resulted in disaster. One of London’s “Great Fires” began on July 10, 1212 just south of London Bridge. The flames likely

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Medieval London was a tinder box. Wooden structures and shoddy construction, plus the use of live flame for heat and light made for a combustible mix that often resulted in disaster. One of London’s “Great Fires” began on July 10, 1212 just south of London Bridge. The flames likely

American Cruise Lines Announces New Group Sales Incentives and Benefits

American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line in the U.S., announced today that it has enhanced its Group Sales service and benefits for Travel Agents and Tour Conductors. The company has added new dedicated Group Coordinators to assist Travel Agents focusing on Group Travel. They are available Monday through Friday, 8-5 EST.

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The pond-side trees appeared to be turning red as flocks of scarlet ibis flew in to roost, brilliant from their bills to their toes. They dueled with egrets over the best perches, squawking raucously. A squadron of chubby capybara — the world’s largest rodents — idled in the muddy shallows before suddenly charging off, churning the water, lunging and splashing. As

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With an average of 80 million photos uploaded every single day, Instagram is one of the most popular online platforms for photo sharing. Image hashtags for some of the most picturesque seafronts, such as #bavarobeach and #dreamlandbeach, have enabled TravelSupermarket to uncover the most popular beaches for Instagram users.

Travel Nightmares: What to Do When They Run Out of Rental Cars

What happens when they run out of rental cars? Hyapatia Lee found out when she arrived at a National Car Rental counter in Detroit with her two young sons, and a representative told her they'd run out of sedans. Their only option: Downgrade to a subcompact, "which my children and I could not fit in – much less our luggage," she recalls. Car rental companies run out

Here's Where Trump is Expected to Stay During His UK Visit

Donald Trump is expected to spend just a single night in London during his four-day trip to the UK later this week. A series of protests are planned to greet his arrival in the UK on 12 July, prompting speculation that he is attempting to avoid these by spending less time in the capital. The US president is due to spend his first and only night in London at the US

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Fanjingshan, an other-worldly peak in China’s Wuling Mountain Range, is one of the newest natural wonders to have been added to Unesco’s ever-expanding list of World Heritage Sites. The announcement was made last week at the 42nd session of the World Heritage Committee in Bahrain. Fanjingshan’s addition to the prestigious list means that China now has 13

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On a recent evening at Ttobagi Driver’s Restaurant in Seoul’s Gwanak District, I surreptitiously started a timer upon placing my order. The waitress strolled off in a leisurely fashion, returning with kimchi and other side dishes just two minutes and 20 seconds later. One and half minutes after that, a clay bowl of ppyeodagwi haejangguk (pork-spine ‘hangover’ soup) was

JetBlue Crew Saves Dog In Distress With Oxygen Mask

A Massachusetts couple credited a JetBlue flight crew with saving the life of their dog when it had trouble breathing on a flight from Orlando to Worcester, Massachusetts, news reports said. The couple, Michele and Steven Burt, had their 3-year-old French bulldog, Darcy, in a pet carrier under a seat in front of them. When the dog became distressed, Michele noticed that its tongue and gums had turned blue, a sign of lack of oxygen. She took Darcy out of the carrier, and once she

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The flamenco strains were so haunting I asked the quintet of 20-somethings playing guitars on the doorstep of a massive, whitewashed centuries-old church if I could listen for a spell. “Sure. Want a sip?” one replied, offering the litrona — a quarter-gallon bottle of beer — they were sharing. Then they went back to jamming, their notes echoing up the steep,

As Blue Haze Rises, So Do Cruise Ship Complaints

Complaints over cruise ship emissions are rising, according to the Department of Environmental Conservation, partly due to excessive blue haze from cruise ship exhaust stacks. That haze does not necessarily mean an increase in pollution from the ships: It’s the result of an interaction between steam from newly-adopted sulfur scrubbers and normal cruise ship emissions.

New York to Be Home to a New Cruise Line This Fall as Windstar Cruises Arrives

Windstar Cruises will offer voyages out of New York later this year — a first for the line. Windstar's 212-passenger Star Pride will arrive at the city on Sept. 8 after a 16-day sailing from Iceland and use it as a base for trips through late October. On Sept. 8, the ship will sail from New York to Montreal on a 12-day voyage that features stops in Newport, Rhode Island;

New Details Reveal the 'Star Wars' Hotel at Walt Disney World Will Have Special Access

Fans staying at Walt Disney World’s Star Wars hotel will have their own route to the park. According to permits filed with the South Florida Water Management District, the Orlando Sentinel reports, guests of the new hotel will be able to make a short drive from the Hollywood Studios’ parking lot over a drainage canal to get to the main hotel entrance.

The Great Rann of Kutch: Explore India's Largest Salt Desert

On the edge of western India, a pure white desert seems to shimmer under the blazing sun. This is the Rann of Kutch, home to India's largest salt plain, in the Kutch district of the westernmost state of Gujarat. The region is divided into two distinct areas -- the Great Rann and the Little Rann -- each offering different experiences. (Rann means "desert" in Hindi.)

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Drukair flies into the happiest landlocked country surrounded by the Himalayas! Bhutan is a "Bucket list Destination"! Drukair Corporation Limited, operating as Drukair - Royal Bhutan Airlines, is the flag carrier of the kingdom of Bhutan, headquarted in the western dzongkhag of Paro

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Although the Fourteenth Amendment was originally intended to provide full citizenship and rights to former slaves, the Due Process and Equal Protection Clauses have provided important civil rights to all Americans. Ratified on this date in 1868, the Fourteenth Amendment requires states to provide equal protection to all persons.

Eight Hidden Italian Islands Where You Can Escape the Crowds

With more than 450 islands, Italy is home to some incredible beaches and coastlines, many with fascinating ancient history — but the secret’s out for many of them. For a quieter, more authentic experience, head to these eight Italian islands before the crowds do. Gelato, ocean vistas, and seclusion await.

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I’m in Hoi An, the so-called tailoring capital of Vietnam, where hundreds of shops line the noisy, motorbike-laden streets, vying for the dongs and dollars of tourists keen fill their wardrobes with hand-tailored clothes. Here, talented craftsmen can stitch up custom-made garments, from a bespoke two-piece suit or to a copy of an Victoria Beckham dress, designing every

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Back in the day when Greece’s ferries were as delightfully cheap as they were agonisingly slow, island-hopping around the Aegean was a rite of passage for travellers. Now, with catamarans, charter flights, a ferry route connecting the Ionian islands for the first time this summer, and a fleet of seaplanes scheduled to launch in 2019, even the most remote islands

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When I was in Scotland recently updating my guidebook, I came to a sobering conclusion — this is a land of booze geeks. Some of my favorite discoveries have been inviting whisky bars and historic distilleries, run by people evangelical about Scotland’s favorite beverage. When it rains — as it often does — the showers elicit a cheery “That’s tomorrow’s whisky!”

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In 1987 American Airlines removed a single olive from each of its in-flight salads, reducing costs by a remarkable $40,000 (£30,000) a year. The savings were two-fold - first, caterers at the carrier could cross off tens of thousands of olives from its weekly shopping list, but second, each aircraft would now be lighter. Olives are by no means hefty but when it comes to

Disney: New Details on Star Wars Hotel Access

People staying at Walt Disney World’s Star Wars hotel will drive from Hollywood Studios’ parking lot over a drainage canal to get to the main hotel entrance, according to recently filed permits. Several Disney bloggers, including WDW News Today, have reported the new details that emerged from documents filed with the South Florida Water Management District.

Think Small: 8 Tiny House Hotels With Big Personalities

High up on a bluff in Appalachia, guests soak in a hot tub while watching the sun dip into the green valley below. Hang gliders soar through the surrounding skies, while trees rustle their way into evening. Guests, however, don't only come to this tranquil resort for the views. They also come for a peek into a way of living that's simple, enchanting and very small.

This Small City in Southern France Has Roman Ruins to Rival Rome Itself

The South of France has long been a traveler's dream for its epic coastlines and iconic lavender-covered hills. But a visit to the city of Nîmes, between the Mediterranean coast and the Cévennes mountain range, will transport you not just to another place, but to another time — 2000 years ago, in fact. In June of this year, the city opened the Musée de la

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In New Orleans, there is a haven for those obsessed with true crime. The Museum of Death sits just one block from the loud and intoxicating Bourbon Street, where tourists drink hurricanes and revel in the city’s vibrant jazz music scene. The museum sits quietly, beckoning to tourists with its windows covered in bright red curtains and a sign boasting its horrors.

Airline Dining Out on 'Fake Beef' Controversy

Air carriers, too, have a history of recognising that plenty of people don't eat meat, and plenty of those who do don't necessarily hanker after it for every meal. Fly Virgin America in the United States, for instance, and you have the option of an autumn veggie wrap (with roasted pears and fig mustard dressing). Alaska Airlines has tomato hummus (whatever that

Scenic Eclipse Launch Delayed by Five Months

The launch of Scenic Eclipse, the highly anticipated “discovery yacht”, and a contender for the world’s most luxurious cruise ship, has been delayed by five months. The ship, due to launch at the end of August, will now be unveiled in late January 2019. Scenic founder and chairman Glen Moroney blamed construction issues for the delay. Eclipse and identical sister ship

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Ever wondered what happens to old cruise ships? Take a look at the final resting places of these once proud holiday vessels. Cruise ships have a lifetime of about 30 years. Eventually, however, ageing cruise ships become unseaworthy, outdated or too expensive to operate, and sail off into their ultimate sunset. Most cruise ships go with a whimper rather

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On July 6, 1535, Sir Thomas More was beheaded when he refused to sign the Act of Supremacy declaring King Henry VIII Supreme Head of the Church of England. More was appointed the lord chancellor in 1529 after a distinguished career as a Member of Parliament and as a leading

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On July 6, 1535, Sir Thomas More was beheaded when he refused to sign the Act of Supremacy declaring King Henry VIII Supreme Head of the Church of England. More was appointed the lord chancellor in 1529 after a distinguished career as a Member of Parliament and as a leading

Top Attractions You Can't Miss in Dublin, Ireland

When you travel to Dublin, it doesn't take too long to figure out this is not the capital of a former far-flung empire like that of London, Madrid or Rome. While it lacks massive buildings and old monuments to past imperial grandeur, Dublin overflows with friendly,

Where Should You Travel in July? Here Are Some Ideas.

July is one of the most popular months to travel. Families can take advantage of a full school-free month. The days surrounding the Fourth of July are the most popular for travel. But many people take time off during other times of the month. Many

The Best Things to Do in San Luis Potosi, Mexico

Riviera Maya? Already been. Mexico City? Too busy. The state of San Luis Potosi isn't necessarily at the forefront of travelers' minds when they think about visiting Mexico. But that's about to change. San Luis Potosi and its biggest city/capital of the same

Urban Glamping? This Chicago Hotel Offers A Suite Adventure

The Gwen is admittedly not one of the first hotels I would list if you asked me to name the top luxury hotels in Chicago. It's conveniently located on Michigan Avenue and connected to Shops at North Bridge, but it used to be a Conrad Hotel and is often

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Ever wonder how hotels keep up with emerging trends in both decor and technology? Well, it’s not really much of a surprise. They are constantly refreshing their properties, with small updates happening each year, and more substantial revamps occurring every seven to ten years on average. Then, once in a while, a hotel will undergo a massive renovation that often

Biggest, Longest, Most Expensive: 15 Weird and Wonderful Cruise Ship Features

Cruising is evolving so fast that someone may have brought out a new contender for being the biggest or best before you’ve reached the end of this article. For now, to celebrate the innovative – and sometimes outrageous – approach taken by various cruise lines, we’ve put together a compendium of superlatives: biggest suite, best bed, most valuable art collections, etc.

There Are Official Shark Week-Themed Cruises Setting Sail This Summer

As the collective obsession with Discovery Channel’s Shark Week reaches its 30th year, fans can now embark on a real-life journey into the sea to celebrate. Beginning July 7, Princess Cruises has partnered with Discovery for a series of shark-themed voyages, turning their Caribbean Princess ship into a floating tribute to the ocean’s most-feared creatures. The

FAA Declines to Regulate More Legroom for Airline Passengers

The Federal Aviation Administration said Tuesday that even though America's collective waistline is expanding, airlines are free to keep putting passenger room on a diet. The agency was responding to a legal challenge by the group FlyersRights, which argued that current seatback-to-seatback measurements could hinder passengers' evacuation during emergencies.

Mysterious Airline Fees Are Costing Passengers Hundreds of Dollars

Since 2014, airlines in the US have been flush with cash in an unprecedented manner. These past four years have been the most profitable in US aviation history. While disciplined management and more nimble business strategies have certainly helped, it's the more than 50% fall in fuel prices between mid-2014 and early 2015 that really kicked profits into high gear.

Best Practices for Traveling with Your Pet

Air travel for pets and emotional support animals has more than doubled in the past year, according to airlines. As a result, carriers are tightening their restrictions to avoid danger (and drama) for human and nonhuman fliers alike. Delta, citing an 84-percent increase in “reported animal incidents” since 2016, recently announced a more stringent policy. United also

Holidaymaker Leaves Luxury Car With Parking Firm and Returns to Find a Speeding Ticket and 50 Extra Miles on the Clock

A Lancashire businessman who left his £100,000 Range Rover with a Manchester Airport meet and greet firm returned from his holiday to find 50 extra miles on the clock and a speeding ticket. Steve Taylor, 55, from Milnrow in Rochdale, paid £72 to leave his luxury vehicle with Manchester Airport Parking Services Ltd on 6 June. Upon returning from a 13-day break in

The First Clone

On July 5th, 1996, a female domestic sheep was born, becoming the first mammal cloned from a single cell. The process was successfully completed by the Roslin Institute near Edinburgh, Scotland. Scientists cloned the animal named "Dolly" from a mammary gland cell taken from a

25 Beautiful Places That Are off the Beaten Path

Many dream of visiting the Taj Mahal, walking across the Peace Bridge, or taking in the breathtaking alpine views atop Mount Everest. While some people dedicate their lives to making a pilgrimage to one of these iconic locations, venturing off the path exposes some of Earth’s most delicate and intriguing scenes that often go unnoticed. Stray from the heavily

Another Delay at the Airport: Snacks

When I was standing in the security line three weeks ago at Newark Liberty International Airport en route to Paris, I heard two Transportation Security Administration officers ask passengers to remove any food from their carry-ons and place it in a bin. “It’s a new policy,” one officer said. “Anything edible must now be screened separately.” I travel with an extensive amount of

10 Cruise Ship Suites That Will Blow Your Mind

One of the biggest stories in the cruise world in recent years has been the arrival of a new generation of unprecedented, over-the-top suites on ships: Big, bold and beautiful cabins that can cost tens of thousands of dollars per voyage. Just how over-the-top are they? Scroll through the carousel above to see for yourself. We've assembled our picks of the 10 most spectacular

Ryanair Strikes Latest: Unions Warn of ‘Summer of Industrial Action’ Unless Staff Treatment Improves

Ryanair could face a series of summer strikes unless it improves its treatment of staff: that is the warning from the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF). The federation, which represents cabin crew working for Ryanair across Europe and North Africa, has convened a meeting at the airline’s home city, Dublin.  A group called Cabin Crew United will hold a summit in the office of the Irish trade union Fórsa on Tuesday and Wednesday, 3 and 4 July.

New British Airways In-flight Safety Video Could Be Its Best Yet

They’ve got their Oscars, they’ve got their BAFTAs, but it seems what Britain’s top actors really want is a chance to get a line in British Airways’ in-flight safety video. The airline has just released a follow-up to last year’s hilarious star-studded release, which featured Gordon Ramsay, Rowan Atkinson, Thandie Newton and Sir Ian McKellen. While sequels are notorious for not

From Undercover to Underwater: Four New Times Square Attractions Offer a Variety of Immersive Experiences

Just when you thought Times Square had it all — monster LED billboards, Broadway shows, roaming cartoon mascots, a grown man crooning in his underwear — four new themed attractions have opened near Manhattan’s main tourist drag, all vying for your attention, selfies and dollars. While the Big Apple is known for its cultural landmarks — the Metropolitan Museum of Art,

Help Reforest Hurricane-damaged Puerto Rico by Volunteering on Your Next Vacation

Puerto Rico’s ecosystem is still recovering from the devastating hurricanes that struck last fall. The environmental organization Para La Naturaleza provides free volunteer activities year-round for travelers who want to make a difference. The deal: You can craft your own DIY volunteer tour with the help of the organization that features many opportunities to travelers who want to help.

Most Relaxing Destinations Around the World

Chill with these photos of the world's most relaxing destinations, including a wilderness retreat in Finland, wine country in Argentina and a yoga studio in lush Bali. A designated "Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty," the series of chalk cliffs on the coast of East Sussex, located on the coast of East Sussex between Seaford and Eastbourne, is one of the peaceful places imaginable.

The Best Solo Travel Destinations for Women

Barcelona has it all: history (there are some amazing free historical tours), art (there's a Picasso museum, not to mention that the street art is among the world's best), gastronomy (tapas are tiny, perfect if you're dining alone), fashion (you'll love the Design Museum of Barcelona), a serious party scene, nice weather, and gorgeous beaches. It's also a walkable city where hotel

First-Ever Listing Of Ten Most Popular Travel Experiences, U.S. And World-Wide, From Trip Advisor

When you travel, you may be choosing your destination by what you do, rather than where you go. If so, check out these award-winning experiences from TripAdvisor®, the travel planning and booking site that has just announced the winners of its first-ever Travelers’ Choice® Awards for Experiences. The awards recognize 345 experiences, tours, and activities globally,

Seabourn Cruise Line to Get Into Expedition Cruising with Two New Ships

Add Seabourn to the list of cruise lines getting into expedition-style cruising. The Seattle-based luxury cruise operator on Monday signed a letter of intent with a shipyard in Italy for the construction of its first two expedition vessels. Scheduled to debut in June 2021 and May 2022, respectively, the as-yet-unnamed ships will offer all-suite luxury accommodations and carry

Airbnb's Newest Weapon Against Regulation: The Real Estate Industry

Everywhere you look, regulators are cracking down on Airbnb. In Paris, the company’s largest market, hosts must now register with the city government and can only list their homes for 120 nights each year. In Amsterdam, new rules, which go into effect in 2019, will restrict hosts to listing for just 30 nights annually. And after the Japanese government forced the home-sharing

Hidden Hotel Fees Can Lead to a Costly Surprise

Book a hotel room and you need to check for mandatory fees that could drive up the price of that room. Some hotels add a daily “resort fee” or "destination fee” to their room rate. They say it’s to cover a lot of the extras they offer, such as gym, pool or newspapers. But you’ll pay that fee, whether you use these services or not. The national average resort fee right now is $27,

The Downing of Iran Air Flight 655

On July 3, 1988, Iran Air Flight 655 was flying to Dubai. Aboard were 290 passengers, including 66 children. As it passed over the Strait of Hormuz, the U.S. Navy's USS Vincennes mistakenly identified the Iranian Airbus A300 as a F-14 Tomcat fighter in an attack attitude. The order was

Where Should You Travel in July? Here Are Some Ideas.

July is one of the most popular months to travel. Families can take advantage of a full school-free month. The days surrounding the Fourth of July are the most popular for travel. But many people take time off during other times of the month. Many destinations have a variety of festivals during the month. And there are plenty of

This TV Advert Could Reduce Rights for Holidaymakers

For many years, online travel agents have urged holidaymakers to buy flights and accommodation together in a single transaction. Yet suddenly one of the largest, Expedia, appears to have changed its tune, with a new and widely broadcast television advertisement for a scheme called “Add-On Advantage” But holidaymakers who act

Canada's Best Adventures

oday marks Canada Day, the country's national day and the anniversary of the implementation of their Constitution Act. To mark the occasion, Sophie Butler has put together her pick of the nation’s highlights. Check out kayaking, train trips, horseback riding, waterfalls, and bears - oh my.

Holland America's Nieuw Laid Back and Classy

Debuting this December, Nieuw Statendam will set sail on a fantastic 14-night transatlantic crossing from Rome to Fort Lauderdale. Departing on December 5 from Civitavecchia (the port for Rome), there are still some spaces left onboard for those who want to be the first to experience this great ship. Holland America has really

Australian Holiday Spots Off the Beaten Track

Discarded lingerie places Daly Waters on the Aussie road-trip map, black opals lure colourful characters to Lightning Ridge, and the promise of a clear ocean off Esperance speaks to travellers crossing the Nullarbor. Amazing landscapes, heritage towns and quirks of nature make it worth the effort to get to the remote corners

22 Hours After Going Overboard, Missing Cruise Ship Crew Member Found by Another Cruise Ship

A cruise ship crew member who had gone overboard on Saturday (June 30) was found nearly a day later by another cruise ship near Cuba, according to the U.S. Coast Guard. A 33-year-old crew member aboard Norwegian Cruise Line's Getaway was seen going overboard 28 miles northwest of Pinar del Rio on Cuba's

A Local’s Guide to Poznań, Poland: 10 Top Tips

Under the tourist radar and just the right size to explore, Poznań is full of surprises, from cafes in hidden courtyards to riverbank summer pop-ups. Its bourgeois facade masks its anarchic, rebellious side, and it has friendly people, an entrepreneurial spirit and artistic vibe. I also appreciate its intimacy whenever I return from tours, and its flat, bike-friendly

Passengers Just Rated 1 Million Flights and an Airline That Came Top Is One You'd Never, Ever Expect

Absurdly Driven looks at the world of business with a skeptical eye and a firmly rooted tongue in cheek. Too often, the airlines that win awards tend always to be the same. Yes, Singapore Airlines is very good. Qatar, too. Virgin America was loved by many before being gobbled by Alaska. However, the recently-announced Passenger Choice Awards offered at least one winner

Whatever It Is That The Airline Industry Is Selling, Investors Are Not Buying

A round of consolidation in the 2000s, followed by the introduction of fees for services, was supposed to have changed the airline industry for good, improving financial performance for a sector that had accumulated a compound loss since the first Wright Brothers flight. As a result, for the past decade, most of the leading airlines’ earnings calls and investor presentations

Hotel Workers Get 'Panic Buttons' For Protection

A new Chicago ordinance goes into effect giving hotel workers like housekeepers so-called “panic buttons.” CBS 2’s Jeremy Ross with more on the personal stories driving today’s news. Dozens of workers and union officials applaud what they call a celebration of safety. A Chicago ordinance called “hands off pants on” went into effect Sunday. Meaning more than 5,000 hotel

The Airbnb Challenger You've Never Heard of (by Name)

There is a travel story that Glenn Fogel, CEO of Booking Holdings, formerly called Priceline, likes to tell. While planning a recent family trip to Iceland, his wife wanted to check out “another site,” which Fogel carefully avoids naming, but is clearly Airbnb. The home rental she found there looked good, so she tried to book it. “Back and forth, back and forth, back and forth with the

The World's Most Relaxing Places

The relentless pace of modern life means we all need a breather now and then. But that doesn't have to mean splashing out on a luxury spa or travel to the Himalayas for a weeklong retreat. From city parks to airplane apartments and temples, here's our pick of 16 of the most relaxing places in the world. England, Bali, Morocco, and more

The Assassination of President James Garfield

Charles J. Guiteau was an unhappy man. Disgruntled by his failure to obtain a government position, he stalked James Abram Garfield, the 20th President of the United States. Guteau approached Garfield and his entourage and pulled his pistol, firing twice. One of the bullets lodged in Garfield's

With Ban Upheld, Travel Industry Urges a Welcome for Tourists

Travel to the United States has declined after President Trump’s initial executive order. Now, after a Supreme Court ruling, companies are emphasizing their commitment to hospitality. The travel industry is hoping to turn the page on a bad public relations chapter in the wake of the Supreme Court decision upholding the travel ban

Disney Parks Celebrate Pixar on Both Coasts

Step aside Mickey. Keep your lightsaber in off mode, Darth Vader. Attractions are on the way featuring the Star Wars gang, Mickey Mouse, and other notables from Disney's vast empire, but it is the Pixar stars that will hog the spotlight this year at the company's theme parks. The big news at Walt Disney World this year is that Toy

20 Cruises to the World's Most Beautiful Gardens

My mother blew her Second World War widow’s payment on a holiday to Interlaken, in Switzerland, so she could get away from bomb-blasted London to see gentians, edelweiss and alpine meadows. At the age of 24 she had lost the love of her life and from that day on she found solace in the great outdoors. She taught me to

Mt Agung Volcano: Bali Flights Cancelled as Volcano Erupts Again

BALI’S main airport in Denpasar has been closed due to the volcanic ashes from an eruption of Bali’s Mount Agung volanco. Australians are being urged to check their airlines’ websites this morning after Mount Agung began spewing water vapour and ash into the atmosphere, forcing the closure of Ngurah Rai International

There's a New Reason to Smile in Your Passport Photo

While "natural" smiles (whatever that means) are good to go in passport photos, non-neutral facial expressions are a no-go—and might even cause your application to be denied. But murky rules be damned: A study published last week by the University of York suggests that a smile might actually be more effective at

5 Amazing Day Trips From Mexico City

With world-renowned restaurants like Pujol, iconic local artists like Diego Rivera, and hip neighborhoods like Condesa, Mexico City is arguably the cultural and culinary capital of North America. Lesser known, however, is that beyond the city’s haze spreads a world of volcanoes and mountains to climb, ancient ruins to explore, and

Boeing is Making a Long-term Play for Hypersonic Travel—But Will Passengers Ever Pay for It?

It’s fair to say that air travel ain’t what it used to be. Full service cabins imbued with the glamour of the skies have given way to an era of lean travel. Today, the majority of long haul travelers are keen to get somewhere as cheaply as possible—even at the expense of amenities, service, and an efficient itinerary. But leading

Most Underrated Countries in the World That You Definitely Need to Travel To

Our world is brimming with mystic and fascinating destinations, some are loved thoroughly by travellers but some escape the spotlight and the attention that they deserve. There are several such countries in the world that are still unexplored, not making it to the bucket list of most travellers. For example, Iran is simply

18 Luxury Castle Hotels Where You Can Live Like Royalty

If medieval castles, opulent interiors, and the thought of being surrounded by centuries upon centuries of history set your heart racing, consider staying at a luxury castle hotel in Britain. There are many great ones in locations including the Scottish Highlands, County Limerick in Ireland, and outside London. The castles have

Carnival Cruise Line to Return to San Diego as Carnival Miracle Redeploys

San Diego is back as a hub for cruise giant Carnival. The Miami-based line on Thursday announced its 2,124-passenger Carnival Miracle would redeploy to the city in late 2019 for a three month season of Mexico and Hawaii cruises. The ship currently is based in Tampa, Florida. "We've got good demand (in the San Diego

For Formerly Incarcerated, Little Room in Airbnb's Sharing Economy

Airbnb doesn’t care about people like me. I learned this the hard way a few months ago when I tried to find accommodation in Washington, D.C. After chaperoning two busloads of youth from New York City for the March for Our Lives, I decided to stay a couple more days. The other chaperones agreed to ride the bus back to New

Finding Space On Earth On the Ultimate Extraterrestrial Road Trip

With Richard Branson claiming he is “tantalisingly close” to putting passengers in space, and Elon Musk racing Boeing to reach Mars, space travel is back on the agenda and I am getting a taste of it in what Nasa calls the multi-axis trainer, or MAT. This gut-churning ride for would-be astronauts is guaranteed to put your head in a

First Globe Theatre Burns Down

On June 29, 1613, the first Globe Theatre burned to the ground. The theatre went up in flames during a performance of Shakespeare's Henry VIII, probably a result of a mistake with a prop cannon. The theatre (and its replacement, built the following year

A Victory for Coral: Unesco Removes Belize Reef From Its Endangered List

It was a drop of good news about the world’s oceans: The Belize Barrier Reef, the largest coral reef system in the Northern Hemisphere, has been removed from the United Nations list of endangered world heritage sites. Unesco, the world body’s educational, scientific and

10 Most Misleading Travel Terms

If you spend enough time comparing hotels, flights and tours, you’ll eventually realize that many words have very little meaning in the travel industry. You might think that there would be some sort of common agreement on travel terms across hotels that would define what makes a suite a suite or a deluxe room better than a

BA Owner Launches New Budget Airline in Challenge to Ryanair Service

British Airways’ parent company, IAG, has astonished the aviation market by launching a new Vienna-based subsidiary airline with less than three weeks’ notice before flights begin. IAG’s new operation is called Anisec. It will be branded as Level – the same as the group’s existing long-haul budget operation. The move is seen as a

African Adventures You Must Have in Your Lifetime

Africa is set for another record year for tourism, new statistics have shown The continent saw international arrivals grow by six percent, year-on-year, during the first three months of 2018, the United Nations World Tourism Organization reports.

'People Were Ready to Die.' Authorities Swarm JetBlue Plane After False Hijacking Alarm at JFK Airport

Passengers on a JetBlue flight attempting to depart New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport got a scare on Tuesday, when a false hijacking alarm prompted authorities to swarm the grounded plane. The Los Angeles-bound plane “experienced a radio problem” while taxiing before departure, according to a statement from the

The 40 Most Beautiful Countries in the World

Every country in the world has something to offer—think local cuisine, groundbreaking architecture, and much, much more. But beauty is a hard thing to quantify, which is why we let the World Economic Forum do much of the work for us: Every year, the foundation releases their Travel & Tourism Competitiveness Report, a survey that ranks the world's countries based

15 Life-changing Trips for Couples

One of the best parts of being in a relationship is having a built-in travel buddy, and one of the best parts of traveling with that built-in buddy is getting unobstructed one-on-one time while exploring unfamiliar parts of the world. Whether domestic or international, a trip with your significant other almost always guarantees sharing unusual experiences and learning

Intrepid Travel Launches Vegan Tours

Vegan travelers have reason to cheer. While there have been niche companies and private guides offering vegan tours for years, it’s unusual to find vegan-themed tours in the larger marketplace, making Intrepid Travel’s entry onto the scene particularly appetizing. The world’s largest adventure travel company, with more than 1,500 trips covering all continents, has

Port Canaveral Plans: More Disney Cruise Ships and Upgrade to Disney Cruise Terminal

Port Canaveral officials expect Disney Cruise Line to increase its presence at Brevard County's seaport, as the company expands its four-ship worldwide fleet to seven. To get ready, port commissioners on Wednesday unanimously approved moving forward with a study of how to upgrade Disney's Cruise Terminal 8 and the nearby Cruise Terminal 10, a terminal

Athens Cruise Port Guide

Athens is the spectacular birthplace of Western civilisation, and cruise visitors can easily access some key sights, the most dazzling of which is the hilltop Parthenon. There are world-class museums and galleries to dip into, and an engagingly small-town air to the strollable lanes round the Acropolis. Piraeus is the Med’s largest port, located 10km southwest of the city

Victoria’s Secret Model Sues Hotel Over Bug Bite ‘Massacre’

A Victoria’s Secret model is taking legal action against a California hotel claiming bed bugs “massacred” her during a visit, according to reports. Sabrina Jales St. Pierre alleged in a lawsuit that a 2016 stay at the Palm Desert Embassy Suites left her with bug bites that negatively impacted her modeling career, the Desert Sun reported. The Brazilian model — who has

Airbnb and Uber Woes Show Japan Does Not Share Easily

With thousands of Airbnb reservations scrapped and Uber reduced to delivering food, life is hard in Japan for the giants of the sharing economy: They’re stuck between tough regulation and popular suspicion. Japan may be the world’s third-largest economy and a high-tech hub but it has been surprisingly slow to warm up to the sharing economy that has disrupted

Treaty of Versailles

On this day in 1919, the governments of Belgium, Britain, France, Italy, the United States, and all allies on one side and Germany and Austria Hungary on the other signed the Treaty of Versailles in Paris, formally ending World War I. The terrible war lasted 37 days short of 5 years.

Want a Disney wedding? It'll Cost You.

When couples seek magical weddings, they often turn to Magic Central, aka Disney. More than twenty-five years ago, the first couple tied the knot at Walt Disney World and since then more than 50,000 happy couples have followed suit. In fact, you can catch up on some of these Disney weddings with “Disney Fairy Tale Weddings,” available

Tunisia is Finally Embracing Its Berber Culture

Matmata is best known for its underground troglodyte houses where the first Star Wars film was shot in 1976. Hotel Sidi Driss is still the main tourist attraction here - a few remains of the original film set are on display in this cavernous underground hotel dug out of the limestone rock. The robot-like structures made of wood, and caves with

Which is Best for Honeymoons - Maldives, Mauritius or Seychelles?

he islands of the Indian Ocean, Mauritius, Seychelles and Maldives - are unequivocally some of the most beautiful in the world and have topped the list of dream honeymoon destinations for decades. There's no doubting the allure of their perfect white sand beaches and swaying palms, but how do you choose between them? Luckily, these paradise

Cruising New Zealand’s Spectacular Milford Sound

“Last, loneliest, loveliest, exquisite, apart”. When Rudyard Kipling wrote this famous line he was thinking of Auckland, but over the years it has become more commonly associated with Milford Sound, 1042km directly south. Which is fair enough, because you need as many admiring adjectives as you can to describe this transcendently beautiful part of

Disney, Universal Fans Wait Hours to Try New Rides

If you’re heading to the opening of Toy Story Land this Saturday at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, you should expect to wait. Huge crowds will lead to long lines at the rides and other attractions in the new area of the park. One expert predicts waiting for the marque ride, Slinky Dog Dash, could be as long as 200 minutes at the opening.

Japan Takes Transportation to the Next Level With a Hello Kitty Bullet Train

Hello Kitty, the adorable pink and white cartoon character, has been a beloved figure in Japan since Yuko Shimizu created her in 1974. She’s covered everything from coin purses to backpacks, vending machines, and now, a hurtling technological marvel. West Japan Railway just unveiled their newest bullet train, which is entirely Hello Kitty-themed.

Google Duplex Will Make Reservations for You So You Never Have to Pick Up the Phone Again

After first unveiling the controversial technology at its annual developer conference, Google is ready to start rolling out Google Duplex this summer. First, what it is: Google Duplex is artificial intelligence designed to make phone calls for specific purposes, like making a restaurant reservation or scheduling a hair appointment. Second, how it works:

Holland America Line Launches All-Oprah Cruises

There's a whole lotta Oprah going on at Holland America Line. And not surprisingly, the Oprah-themed cruise scheduled for next January 30, 2019 is already sold out. You heard that right. Holland America has partnered with O, The Oprah Magazine, to make the magazine come alive for hundreds of Oprah-loving passengers. Next January 30,

Israeli Airline to Remove Passengers Who Refuse to Sit Next to Women

Israeli airline El Al said it would "immediately" remove any person from a flight who won't sit next to another passenger following outrage after four ultra-Orthodox men refused to take their assigned seats because they were next to women. An incident last Friday at Kennedy Airport on El Al's New York-Tel Aviv flight prompted one of Israel's

This New London Hotel Is Proud Of What It Doesn't Have

Few hotel websites contain a proud list of amenities that they don’t offer. But then again, the newly renovated London-based hotel Pilgrm is hoping to offer travelers a unique hotel experience. No more trouser presses, room service or minibars. No bellboys or doormen, it says on its website. What it does have is a sense of place, peace of

Airbnb Strengthens Paris Presence Thanks to Century 21

Airbnb has clashed with cities where it operates for awhile over regulations specific to each. Back in December, authorities in Paris started cracking down harder on the service to comply or face legal consequences. Airbnb has a new strategy to play by the rules in France's most populous city: Partnering with international real estate company

Why These 7 Countries Are Listed on Trump's Travel Ban

On Tuesday, the Supreme court upheld the Trump administration’s travel ban 5-4, affirming the president’s power over matters of national security. The latest iteration of the ban includes restrictions against five majority-Muslim nations — Iran, Libya, Somalia, Syria and Yemen. North Korea and Venezuela are also on the list. Three other

First solo circumnavigation

On June 27, 1898, a 37 feet sloop-rigged fishing boat named Spray sailed into Newport, Rhode Island. It was by all accounts an unremarkable boat except for one thing: its captain, Joshua Slocum, had just circumnavigated the world, a distance of more than 46,000 miles, by himself. His book on the journey, published in 1900, Sailing Alone Around the World remains a classic adventure tale. Slocum disappeared at sea in November 1909 during a trip to South America on the Spray.

Everything You Need to Know About TSA's New Carry-On Rules for Powders

Anytime you think you've got TSA rules down is probably the moment something is going to change. Beginning June 30, foreign airports with direct flights to the United States are requested to provide additional scrutiny to fliers carrying more than 12 ounces of powder in their carry-on luggage. The change is partly because of a plot to blow up an Etihad Airways plane in

First look: Inside Viking Cruises' newest ocean ship, Viking Orion

Thinking about an ocean voyage with Viking Cruises? Our latest Cruise Ship Tour, in the carousel above, offers a deck-by-deck look at the line's newest ocean-going vessel, the 930-passenger Viking Orion. Unveiled earlier this month in Italy, Orion is the fifth ship for Viking's fast-growing ocean cruising division, which just debuted in 2015. Founded more than two decades ago as

Introducing India's Best Sustainable Shopping Destination

Beenaben is working on her embroidery. Head bent in concentration, her hands go up and down steadily in an ancient rhythm. A shy smile plays on her lips when she notices me watching her. All around me, women like Beena (“ben” is a local honorific meaning “sister”) are sitting on the front courtyard of their bhungas – traditional round houses of the Kutch region – busy with

There is Magic in Those Jekyll Island Oaks

It was after we bicycled out of the marsh, and rolled into the dappled shade beneath the live oak trees, that a kind of magic took hold of my daughters. They had pedaled along fairly happily until then, complaining once or twice about the 80-degree heat (a sentiment I swiftly rejected as unacceptable). But now, coasting through an enchanted landscape, under overspreading branches

Airlines Faces Boycott After Moving Women From Ultra-Orthodox Jewish Men

One of Israel’s largest tech firms has announced a boycott of national airline El Al after it once again moved female customers away from ultra-Orthodox Jewish men despite a court ruling against the practice. Barak Eilam, CEO of Ra’anana-based software company NICE Systems, said his company would not fly with the Israeli flag-carrier until it changed its “practice and actions

Tracing Nelson Mandela's Footsteps 100 Years After His Birth

July 18 marks 100 years since the birth of Nelson Mandela, who died in 2013. Visitors can follow in Mandela’s footsteps from the villages where he was born and raised, to the Soweto township where he became an anti-apartheid leader, to Robben Island where he was imprisoned for years. “When Mandela was just a child, he walked for miles on this route, moving from one village

Guitar-Shaped Hotel Tower Nears Top-off at Seminole Hard Rock in Hollywood

he Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Hollywood has announced it is less than three weeks away from topping off its new guitar-shaped hotel — a 450-foot tower that has become visible for miles around South Florida. The hotel is part of a sweeping overhaul of the Hollywood gambling and entertainment complex, which started in 2016. The existing property opened in 2004.

A Visitor’s Guide to Washington Area Beaches

Ditching the never-ending streams of traffic for a steady line of passing dolphins isn’t difficult for residents of the Washington area. More than a dozen beachfront communities, each sporting a different vibe, are within a half-day drive. Here’s a look at some of our favorites, covering a little something for every type of beach lover. The Jersey Shore Ocean City is a tad quieter than

Goa Brings in 'No-selfie Zones' on Coast After Spate of Deaths

The Indian state of Goa has identified 24 “no-selfie zones” along its coastline after a spate of deaths and injuries. Signs warning against taking selfies have sprung up in recent days on cliffs, popular beaches and swimming holes in the state, which attracts about six million tourists each year. The safety push comes after two tourists from Tamil Nadu state died on separate incidents on

This Shark-Themed Summer Cruise Is Like 'Jaws,' Except on a Bigger Boat

Forget the Super Bowl or seemingly every episode of Game of Thrones. The biggest appointment television event of the year is Shark Week. It’s when the Discovery Channel gives us a full week of sharks swimming, attacking, feeding, and generally sharking up our televisions. It’s like a week of Sharknado crossed with reality. In its 30 years, Shark

3 New Services That Bring Hotel Amenities to Travelers Not in Hotels

If you’d rather save money and stay in a bed-and-breakfast or Airbnb, but don’t want to give up amenities like room service, a fitness center or spa, these new services are for you. Home sharing services like Airbnb can be great money savers. But the greatest money savers tend to require skipping common hotel amenities like fitness centers,

10 odd tourist attractions in Germany you shouldn't miss

Though these tourist attractions range from a little quirky to downright creepy, you’ll want to add them to your list of must-sees in Deutschland. Are you the kind of tourist that seeks out the strange or quirky attraction? Maybe you’ve already seen the Brandenburg Gate or Munich’s Glockenspiel, so you want to find something a bit more… ermmm… off the beaten track. If so, look no further. We have collected some of the most peculiar attractions nationwide you

Ich bin ein Berliner

On June 26, 1963, US President John F. Kennedy stood in West Berlin. The Communist government of East Germany had recently erected the Berlin Wall, a barrier to free movement between the East and Western sectors of the city. The President said, in part: Two thousand years ago the proudest boast was civis romanus sum [I am a Roman

Airline Seating: How to Keep Your Family Together on Flights

Airlines love to play musical chairs with their passengers, a game that pressures travelers to pay extra for assigned seating. If you don't believe me, listen to Amy Faust's story of flying from San Francisco to Paris recently. Although she had initially reserved a seat next to her partner for the 11-hour flight, her airline separated the couple shortly before

Manchester Named the 'Wildest City' in the World

You may think you’ve had your fair share of decadent nights over the years, splashing the cash in London or raving it up in the sun in Ibiza. But, if you haven’t had the chance to venture north to Manchester, then you may have been missing out on what’s been officially described as the “wildest city” in the world.

Disney: How Long Will Lines Be at Toy Story Land?

On a summer day at a Disney theme park, it’s inevitable that visitors will stand in line to ride the new attractions at Toy Story Land when it opens this Saturday. (June 30). But how busy will it be to see Woody and Buzz? To prepare for the crowds, Disney is opening Hollywood Studios earlier and closing it later, a move intended to give more people access,

Secret to Making Friends While Cruising Solo

It’s never fun when you feel invisible among a sea of couples. So when I cruise, I look for where I’m going to enjoy myself as a lone cruiser. The number of passengers travelling solo is on the rise, and cruise lines who treat us well develop a loyal following — so seek them out. Entering the bar each evening on board Silversea’s Silver Shadow, I was

Anxious Parents of Infant on First Flight Pack Treats - for Fellow Passengers

Brett and Samantha Kellgren weren’t looking forward to taking their infant son on his first plane ride, an early-morning Southwest Airlines flight from their hometown of Chicago to Boston. “I felt like if it wasn’t a family wedding, we probably wouldn’t have done it,” said Samantha Kellgren, 33. “I didn’t know how it would go. Would he be awake the whole time

Orlando Airport Will Be First in the U.S. to Scan Faces of All International Passengers

All departing and arriving international travelers at Orlando International Airport will soon be asked to undergo a facial-recognition scan, making Florida's busiest airport the first in the country to roll out the biometric technology on such a scale, Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) officials recently announced. If getting your face scanned at a departure gate or

The Caribbean Carnivals You Don't Want to Miss This Summer

This is the eighth time I’ve found myself squeezed between strangers belting out lyrics in unison below a truck’s booming music. “Vibes up from the time that we reach. Drinks up, now the madness release. We having a good time, having a good time. We don't have no time for bad mind.” We raise our plastic cups to the moving bar beside us to receive

Locals' Guide to Bordeaux: 10 Top Tips

ordeaux is booming, with a high-speed train connection from Paris taking barely two hours, and visitors drawn here by a vibrant restaurant scene, some of the world’s most famous wines and the towering futuristic Cité du Vin. But this revitalised city has a lot more than food and wine, with an exciting alternative arts and music scene to discover.

Going Green: Can We Travel the World Without Killing the Planet?

They come in the form of small cards, rocks or pieces of wood — the hotel reminders that guests can choose to skip having their towels and sheets washed every day, in a bid to save water and energy. Over the years, they’ve become expected as a base level for a hotel or lodge to show that it’s interested in being environmentally responsible. Guests even notice when, after they have hung their towels to avoid daily washing, they’re still replaced with fresh ones.

How to See the Endangered Heart of Bangkok

If you’re traveling to Thailand’s City of Angels, you’re likely already planning to snack on street food, peruse the souvenir stalls and bars of infamous Khao San Road, and admire the ornate architecture at the Grand Palace. But if you want to experience the beating heart of this spirited city, you’ll need to dig a little deeper and wander a little further from the

Battle of the Little Bighorn

Led by Sitting Bull, many of the Lokota and Cheyenne Indians had left the reservations carved out for them by the US Government. The US 7th Calvary, lead by General George Armstrong Custer engaged the tribes near the Little Bighorn River in Eastern Montana. Custer was defeated and killed in what became known as the Battle of the Little Bighorn but the Native

‘Promote Your Professionalism’ Month Features 50% Certification Scholarships, Branding Expertise

FRAMINGHAM, MA, June 25, 2018 – With a recent study linking certification to higher sales and income for travel professionals, this year’s 5th annual “Promote Your Professionalism” campaign is expected to draw a record number of applicants to The Travel Institute’s scholarship fund for its three flagship certification programs.

How To Avoid Norovirus And Other Outbreaks On A Cruise Ship

Oh, ship. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is now investigating what appears to be an outbreak of vomiting and diarrhea on Holland America's Zaandam cruise ship. Scheduled to travel around Alaska and then down to Seattle from June 18 to July 2, 2018, the 781-foot boat now remains docked in Juneau, Alaska. Apparently, at least 58

The 31 Hotels Everyone Should Stay at in Their Lifetime

Every globetrotter has a bucket list of must-travel destinations — but sometimes the hotel is the draw in and of itself. Philippe Kjellgren, the founder of PK's List, knows this more than most. Originally the founder of luxury hotel website Kiwi Collection, Swedish-born Kjellgren has written seven travel/hotel books, runs a travel advisory service for high-profile

Rolling Out the Rainbow Carpet

Once the L.G.B.T. Memorial in New York City opens, which is expected this month, its designer, the multimedia artist Anthony Goicolea, plans to offer personal tours of the site in Hudson River Park through Airbnb’s Experience tours, exploring its composition of nine stones, some bisected by prismatic glass that radiate the colors of the L.G.B.T. flag.

Oh, Canada! Fast-Growing Budget Airline Norwegian Expands Again

After several years of breakneck growth in the USA, European low-cost carrier Norwegian Air is setting its sights on Canada. The airline announced on Thursday that it would begin flying from Montreal this fall and from and Hamilton, Ontario, next spring. “This is only our first step into Canada and as the world’s fastest-growing airline

What to Do In Kaliningrad (Besides Watch the Football)

The world’s biggest country has a geo-political oddity: the region of Kaliningrad. This enclave is a fragment of Russian territory the size of Yorkshire, squeezed between Poland and Lithuania. The capital is also called Kaliningrad, and is the westernmost host city in the 2018 World Cup. It is far from the vast majority of Russia

Delta Bans ‘Pit Bull Type Dogs’ As Service Animals On Flights

Delta Air Lines will no longer allow “pit bull type dogs” as service or support animals on its flights, the air carrier announced Wednesday. The new policy, which is set to go into effect July 10, also limits passengers to one service or support animal per flight. The new rules were put in place because several employees have been bitten by dogs, Delta said

Far-flung Morocco: Beyond the Souks and Into the Surf

The up-and-coming surf town of Taghazout is the first stop on a tour that marries the beaches of this remote region with its mountainous interior. Morocco is riding a wave of popularity — in 2017, it welcomed a record 10.4 million travellers, almost double the number from the previous year.To avoid over-tourism, the travel authority is looking

Kilauea's Eruption is Reshaping Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Say Goodbye to the Popular Lava Lake

When Hawaii Volcanoes National Park fully reopens to visitors, it will look drastically different. The recent quakes and lava flows from the Kilauea volcano are reshaping the landscape of the park. Tourists can say goodbye to one of the most popular draws: the flow of red-hot magma spewing to the surface at the volcano’s summit.

Woman Breaks Window in Anger Over Flight Cancelations

Flight cancelations are a huge hassle, but it’s still important to keep your cool. One passenger at Charlotte-Douglas International Airport, unfortunately, let her anger get the best of her earlier this week after American Airlines canceled hundreds of flights due to a technical issue. The 24-year-old woman was reportedly broke a window on the upper

The 10 Best Beaches in National Parks

Far from the tourist traps of popular oceanfront destinations, these are some of America's best beaches—wild, beautiful, and accessible. From the coconut palm-fringed bays of the Virgin Islands to the chilly wind- and wave-carved Olympic Peninsula coast, some of America’s best beaches are protected within the confines of the park system.

This New Cruise Ship Has Its Own Planetarium

Viking Ocean Cruises just officially named the Viking Orion, the line’s fifth ship in just three years and one that’s sure to be a hit with travelers: Last year, Viking took third in our Readers' Choice Awards that rank the world's best cruise lines.The Orion is a near copy of Viking’s four other ships—the Star, Sea, Sky, and Sun—with room for 930 guests

Wine-themed Cruise Along the Moselle and Rhine

We stood beneath the half-timbered houses of Bernkastel near the Moselle river listening to a tale about how wine saved the day. “In the 14th century Archbishop Boemund von Trier fell ill with a fever in the town’s hilltop castle,” said our guide, Maria. “Doctors feared he wouldn’t make it. Hearing of his plight, an old winegrower from the Hunsruck

15 Best Hotels in Dublin

There’s nothing quite like the Irish welcome. Whether you’re staying in a lavish five star hotel or a funky boutique hostel, you can expect to be met with warmth, friendly chatter, and a lot of opinions about where you should get your first pint. When it comes to hotels, Dublin plays to its strengths—expect plenty of classic Georgian architecture mixed

Washington D.C.'s Best Hotel Restaurants And Bars

With their promises of well-crafted cocktails and cuisine, elegant surroundings, and if need be, discreet accommodations, no wonder Washington D.C.'s citizens flock to hotels when the working day is done. Here, six hotel bars and restaurants you can’t miss in our nation’s capital.

G.I. Bill Becomes Law

On June 22, 1944, President Franklin Roosevelt signed into law the Servicemen's Readjustment Act of 1944 - better known as the G.I. Bill. The law provided a range of benefits to those who had served (at least 120 days and without being dishonorably discharged) in World War II. The consequences of the G.I. Bill were widespread, as it flushed middle class America with more education, affordable housing, career opportunities and more.

36 Hours in Napa Valley

Napa Valley, a delightful landscape of wildflowers and grapevines spread across miles of rolling hills, has been immortalized in film, literature and European wine competitions. As the first and only Agricultural Preserve in the United States, and the first officially designated viticultural area

American, Frontier, Southwest and United Airlines Refuse to Transport Immigrant Children Separated From Parents for Government

American, Frontier, Southwest and United airlines each refused Wednesday to fly immigrant children separated from their parents for the federal government, as President Trump ordered a halt to separations as part of his “zero tolerance” policy for undocumented border crossings.

Nine Nightmares Your Travel Insurance Won't Cover

Travel insurance is designed to perform best in simple situations where you prepaid for vacation components. For example, trip cancellation: when you or a loved one gets sick or has an accident that prevents your travel; or trip interruption: when something happens to prevent you from reaching your destination or staying there.

Why There Are No Mosquitoes at Disney World

Disney World in Florida has gone to extensive lengths to ensure mosquitos don’t kill the buzz for its 20 million plus annual visitors. With a hefty 29 per cent of the state covered in swamp, the family fun park has made safety a priority to ensure the abundance of mosquitos in the surrounding area pose as little risk to visitors as possible.

Cruise and Glamp, the Only Way to Hear the Amazon Come Alive at Night

Now why am I doing this? The question crossed my mind on more than one occasion after my wife Alice and I had left the considerable comforts of Manatee Amazon Explorer – a luxurious 14-cabin river ship offering exploratory voyages on the Napo River – to spend a night in the rainforest of the Upper Amazon.

Modern Marvels, Rich Culture, and Poo Coffee: The Quirky Charm of South Korea

The best moments on any trip are the ones that surprise you. I recall very little of my first visit to Paris. I’m sure we did all the usual touristy stuff, like climbing the Eiffel Tower and stuffing our faces with pastries, but being a moody, inattentive teenager at the time, none of that really stuck in my memory.

Finding the Fun In a Family Road Trip

Remember those days when you could motor for 10 hours with only a couple of quick pit stops and log 700 or more miles in a stretch? Yeah, forget that. Life with kids means you need to adjust your expectations and stop more frequently for longer breaks.

Keep It Simple in San Francisco: Eat, Shop, and Dance on Divisadero Street

A quick trip to San Francisco can certainly feel like a tease. The city’s sprawl of wildly cool areas—from Mission and Valencia Streets to Dolores and Presidio Parks—make it near impossible to experience it all. So if you find yourself short on time, Divisadero Street (‘Divis’ to locals) is a good place to start.

Royal Caribbean Enters Into Ultra Luxury Cruise Space With Acquisition of Silversea

Cruising is about to get even better. Just last week Royal Caribbean Cruises (NYSE: RCL) and Manfredi Lefebvre D’Ovidio s agreed that RCL would acquire a stake in privately-owned Silversea Cruises. This move joins two companies with bold, long-term visions for the cruise industry. What does this mean for you

Passengers on Fatal Southwest Flight Sue Airline, Boeing

Eight passengers who were aboard a Southwest Airlines flight that was forced to make an emergency landing in Philadelphia after one of its engines blew apart filed suit Wednesday against the airline, Boeing and the companies that manufactured the engine, alleging that they failed to take proper safeguards to prevent the fatal tragedy.

The Roosevelt turns 125: The Most Glamorous New Orleans Hotel, in 91 Vintage Photos and Ads

Is there a more glamorous hotel in New Orleans than The Roosevelt? With the cavalcade of stars who stayed and entertained there, including Louis Armstrong, Jack Benny, Vivien Leigh, Eartha Kitt, Dean Martin, Cab Calloway, Ethel Merman, Lena Horne, Marlene Dietrich, Jerry Lewis and Ray Charles, we’d say: No.

Houston Only Top U.S. Hotel Market Not Seeing Growth This Year

A revised market forecast by hotel research firm STR has the U.S. hotel industry experience record-breaking performance levels this year. With one exception: Houston is the only Top 25 market where no growth is expected in revenue per available room.That’s because Houston hotels had a huge boost in occupancy

The Japanese Attack Fort Stevens, Oregon

On June 21, 1942, a federal fortification at the mouth of the Columbia river in Oregon became the only military installation in the continental US to be attacked by the Japanese during World War II. A Japanese submarine fired 17 shells during the nights of June 21 and 22. Fort Stevens sustained no damage during the assault.

See Stunning Ancient Sites and Unspoiled Nature on a Japanese Pilgrimage Hike

In southern Japan there exists a 1,000-year-old trail that is stop-in-your-tracks stunning but almost completely devoid of crowds. It stars towering trees, fragrant forests, ancient stepping stones, sacred structures and gorgeously green surroundings. And yet there are only four user reviews of it on Google.

The Best Things to do In Havana

Sun, slinky dancing, icy cocktails in bars fashioned from backyard wrecks and slumping colonial ruins, designer buys, avant-garde art, and a dose of communism draw visitors to the tropical nation island of Cuba. Havana’s seven year economic revolution has revived the spirit of this glamorous sea-facing city.

Pakistan: Adventure Travel's Best-Kept Secret?

When the British Backpacker Society released its list of 20 adventure travel destinations for 2018, the top spot was taken by a somewhat surprising entry: Pakistan. Citing "mountain scenery that is beyond anyone's wildest imagination" and the friendliness of the locals

Jet-setting Couple Leaves Las Vegas, Gets Married on Flight to Baltimore

Love was in the air Sunday night, as a couple aboard a cross-country Southwest Airlines flight bound for Baltimore tied the knot over the weekend in wedding attire, with the pilot officiating and fellow passengers looking on.

Next Big Thing: 25 Hot Spots You Haven’t Been Yet

Jack Frost nipping at your door, Australia? As winter begins to bite Down Under, we’ve scoured the globe for hot places, bursting with cool new experiences, where you can warm up and wind down: cruising, camping, yoga, and beaches.

Princess Cruises Embraces Shark Week All Summer Long

In “Jaws,” when Roy Scheider’s character Chief Brody uttered the famous line, “You’re going to need a bigger boat,” he probably didn’t have a cruise ship in mind. That didn’t stop Princess Cruises from going all in on Shark Week though, which is celebrating its 30th anniversary.

Viking Ocean Cruises: What's Its Recipe For Success?

Over the last six years, Viking has made a big splash on Europe’s rivers launching more than 40 riverboats. On the heels of that robust success, the cruise line is also making waves on the ocean. Earlier this month at a naming ceremony in Livorno, Italy, Viking accepted delivery of its fifth sea-going vessel, Viking Orion

Airlines Could Save $15 Billion Per Year by Offering Better Wi-Fi

Airline connectivity suppliers released new studies this week which highlight opportunities for airlines to profit from offering passengers better Wi-Fi. Honeywell and Inmarsat each released reports on how an Internet-of-Planes, with Connected Aircraft applications, could save airlines billions each year

This Airline Is Bringing Restaurant-style Service to Its Flights

You can usually expect a fine dining experience when you’re traveling business class, but one airline is taking premium class meals to a new level. Hong Kong-based airline Cathay Pacific is bringing a five-star restaurant experience to its dining service on Boeing 777 flights to Chicago in July, to further expand to 34 destinations by June 2019.

8 Things You Should Never Do at Hotel Checkout

For most hotel guests, checking out is an afterthought. It’s the last thing you have to do before heading home. But knowing what not to do at checkout and properly preparing for it can turn a potentially heated situation into a quick “thank you and goodbye.” Below, we compiled a list of eight things you should avoid doing at hotel checkout.

New $85 Million Hotel Coming to Gulf Shores

Embassy Suites announced Tuesday morning that it plans on opening a new $85 million development on Gulf Shores, anchored by a new Embassy Suites hotel. The plans call for a luxury hotel on the site, which is a 1.93 acre plot at West Beach Boulevard and West 1st Street.

Baby Offered Free Travel After 'unexpected' Birth on Paris Train

It’s not often a morning train delay announcement provokes smiles. There again, it’s not often that services are halted so someone can give birth surrounded by commuters. That’s what happened in Paris on Monday when a woman went into labor on board a busy RER A rail service.

West Virginia Becomes a State

"Voices from the mountains are loyal and true" - those were the words of President Abraham Lincoln on this day in 1863 when West Virginia seceded not from the Union, but from Virginia. Sentiment against leaving the Union ran high in West Virginia, and by a narrow vote, become the only state to form by breaking away from a Confederate state.

Pups Onboard: Why Trains Are a Great Way to Travel With Your Dog(s)

It was just like any other trek between Penn Station and Union Station, except for one thing. The conductor looked down at our printed ticket and mentally checked off my wife and me before pausing and giving a friendly but perplexed look. “Rufus and Hamilton,” he read off the sheet. “You’ve got four?”

Cruise Ship Tours: Inside Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line's Grand Classica

Thinking about a quick getaway to The Bahamas? Our latest Cruise Ship Tour, in the carousel above, offers a deck-by-deck look at a vessel that just started up two-night voyages to the island nation from the port of Palm Beach, Florida: The 1,680-passenger Grand Classica.

Lufthansa Could Be Making a Bid for Norwegian Air

Lufthansa’s chief executive has confirmed the giant German airline is in talks with the budget carrier, Norwegian. Carsten Spohr was quoted by Suddeutsche Zeitung as saying: “In Europe, everyone is talking to everyone. “There’s a new wave of consolidation approaching. That means we are also in contact with Norwegian.”

The Last Unexplored Places on Earth

Want to discover a new species, tread where others haven’t, or simply leave behind the stresses of the modern world? These unexplored destinations are a good place to start a journey into the unknown: the Darien Gap, Gangkhar Puensum, Sakha Republic, and more.

A Beach Agnostic's Guide to Hawaii

For beach agnostics, planning a trip to Maui is a challenge. The island’s tourist industry has a clear pro-beach bias. But my wife and I were looking for someplace warm with a National Park to hike, and Maui fit both requirements. Haleakala National Park has miles of trails over a massive volcanic mountain.

5 Great Places to Visit in July

School's out and the heat's on in July. This is peak travel season in the USA, much of Europe and a lot of the Northern Hemisphere. This means lots of vacation destinations from which to choose but also potential headaches, depending on your disposition toward crowds, higher prices and heat.

Credit Card Companies Are Cutting Perks This Summer. Is Your Card One of Them?

After years of offering an ever-expanding menu of perks to their cardholders, several major credit card companies are going in the opposite direction — eliminating or reducing the value of some of these extras. One of the major reasons for using a credit card

Never Been to Bali? Here Are the Six Places You Need to Know

It’s a long-running joke that the nation can be divided into two types of people; those who have been to Bali and those who haven’t. For first-timers to the popular Indonesian island, one of Australia’s favourite travel destinations, the sheer volume of information and advice can often be overwhelming.

From Fun to Good Deeds, Carnival Has Children in Mind

If anyone were to give a pop quiz asking which cruise line carries the most kids annually, most if not all, would answer: Disney. And they would be wrong. It’s actually Carnival Cruise Line carrying more than 800,000 children each and every year on their ships.

The Best Hotel Breakfasts in the World

Gone are the days of boring continental breakfasts. Instead, we're saying "good morning" with dumplings, prosciutto with sliced melon, and airy eggs Benedict at some of the best breakfasts our editors have eaten at hotels around the world.

There May Be an Amazon Echo in Your Hotel Room This Summer

If you live in a smart home—where your Amazon Echo or Google Home plays music, tells you the daily weather, and turns your lights on at night—you get addicted to the experience. You expect every room you enter to have the capability to answer your most offbeat questions

Robot Hotel Operator H.I.S. Aims for 100 Locations by 2021

Japan's H.I.S. plans to have 100 hotels in operation within three years, the company best known for its travel agencies has said recently. H.I.S., which runs the Henn na ("strange") Hotel chain, where robots perform most of reception and cleaning work, is shifting more of its focus to the profitable hotel business amid fierce competition in its main hotel and flight-booking operations.

Julius and Ethel Rosenberg Are Executed

On June 19th, 1953, Julius and Ethel Rosenberg were executed in the electric chair at Sing Sing prison. Their deaths marked the first execution of civilians for espionage in U.S. history. Accused during the McCarthy era of passing secrets on atomic technology to the Soviets, the couple allegedly recruited Mrs. Rosenberg's brother,

Athens, Rising

It was Saturday night in Athens, and I was surrounded by dozens of young Greeks on the packed veranda of Six d.o.g.s., a cafe-bar and arts space that runs the length of an alleyway in the Monastiraki neighborhood. It was the 10-year anniversary party for Laternative, a local radio show launched in the wake of the country’s debt crisis

The Best Museum Exhibits in Europe This Summer

If you’re heading overseas — or looking for a good reason to — Europe’s museum exhibits have a lot to offer in the next few months. A few are family-friendly, such as a walk through iconic sets of "Harry Potter" films, a display of famous motorcycle helmets, and an exhibit of J.R.R. Tolkien’s little-known Middle-earth artwork.

Visit the Unspoiled Africa of South-east Asia - Before It's Too Late

Far from the typical tourist haunts of southern Thailand is Koh Phra Thong, a pancake-flat island 200km north of Phuket with an ecosystem rare not only to Thailand but all of south-east Asia – a tropical savannah that bears striking resemblance to those of Africa.

Life Span of an Airplane: From Birth to Death

We're all familiar with the sight of an airplane soaring through the sky, but what do these flying machines look like when they're being assembled? And what about when they're nearing the end of their life, about to be demolished and dismantled for scrap? Intrigued? Mike Kelley was too.

Killarney Mountain Lodge: A Serene Retreat in a Lovely Setting

For decades it has been the place to unplug from the world in the tranquil landscape immortalized in paintings by the Group of Seven. Now Killarney Mountain Lodge is entering a new era, undergoing a major expansion with the construction of new guest rooms and a huge log building that will house a conference centre

Three of the World’s Best Bubble Stays

We live in a marvellous time when you consider the holiday accommodation options we have at our fingertips. Our sleeping quarters are more bespoke and brag-worthy with every passing day. Conventional is the enemy of the modern-day holiday. Want to sleep in a treehouse in the Amazon?

The Eiffel Tower Now Has Bulletproof Walls to Protect Against Terror Attacks

The Eiffel Tower is being retrofitted with bulletproof glass in the latest in a series of measures to protect the Paris landmark and visitors from potential terrorist attacks, according to NPR. The new perimeter replaces temporary barriers set up in 2016 after a series of terrorist attacks that put France and much of Europe on high alert.

After Hurricane Irma, Papas returning to Hemingway Days

The Papas are returning, and not a moment too soon. Every July, scores of white-bearded men in stifling wool sweaters, khakis and safari hats make a pilgrimage to Key West for the Ernest Hemingway Look-Alike contest. It’s a jolly crew of grizzled wannabes on Florida’s southernmost Key, competing in arm-wrestling contests

A Local's Guide to Vilnius, Lithuania: 10 Top Tips

he poster produced by two students referring to Lithuania’s capital as Europe’s G-spot really sums the city up: it is not where you thought it was. It is not in eastern Europe, not even in central Europe, but the capital of a Baltic state in northern Europe. Founded in 1323 by grand duke Gediminas

JetBlue Founder Raising Funds for New U.S. Airline, Report Says

David Neeleman, who started JetBlue Airways Corp. with $100 million in 2000, is raising money to launch a new low-cost carrier focused on secondary airports in the U.S., according to Airline Weekly. The airline, to be called Moxy Airways, has secured orders for 60 Bombardier CS300 aircraft, the trade journal reported

Havana Could See Cruise Arrivals Triple as Cuba's Tourism Boom Continues

The number of Cuba itineraries and Caribbean cruises with port calls at Havana (on the Atlantic coast), Cienfuegos and former capital Santiago de Cuba (both on the Caribbean coast) has soared in the last two years. Between them major cruise lines offer more than 650 sailings. Now, Cuba has signed an agreement with the world’s largest independent cruise port operator to ramp up capacity at the cruise terminal in Havana.

A new kind of modern riverboat will start cruising out of New Orleans in 2018

Forget the paddlewheel; a new kind of modern riverboat is coming to the Mississippi River this year. It's much like the Viking River Cruise boats in Europe, which had planned to come to New Orleans but couldn't because of a longstanding federal law that says all boats carrying goods (or people)

Their Finest Hour

On June 18, 1940, Sir Winston Churchill stood before the House of Commons. Only slightly more than a month earlier, he had become Prime Minister of Britain. It was the first year of World War II. The Battle of France waged on, and it was a certainty that Germany would capture the French nation. Churchill’s speech rallied the morale of the British people and brought the rest of the world to a full realization of Europe’s plight.

Glamping Slips Into the Mainstream

Camping in the wild with all the comforts of a deluxe hotel, including real beds, plush furnishings and attending stewards, has been around since 19th-century African wildlife safaris. Now known as glamping — short for glamorous camping

Reindeer Herders, Eagle Hunters: New Silversea Tour Brings Rare Encounters in Mongolia

The scene is like something out of a Western movie. More than a dozen teepees are spread out along a bubbling creek that winds through a wide, grassy valley. Men in traditional garb move between the simple structures, tending to animals. Women cook around an open fire. But instead of Native Americans in feathered headdresses, the occupants of this remote encampment deep in the wilderness of northern Mongolia are Mongolian deel-wearing Tsaatan

This is Why You Should Still Tip at an All-Inclusive Resort

When in Mexico, do as the North Americans do. That’s the advice on tipping in all-inclusive resorts on the Riviera Maya from “Timbuktu Timmy”, who hands over a dollar for each all-inclusive drink. “Not because I necessarily want to or think it’s deserved,” he says, “but just to get served, as otherwise you get ignored whilst all the Americans and Canadians are served around you.”

Who Needs Vienna? 13 Second Cities You'd Never Thought to Visit

It is rare a country’s prime urban draw is not it capital - though there are some famous examples (Rio de Janeiro, Barcelona, Sydney) - but what you are likely to find on a trip to a second city is often a dialed down, rough round the edges, more genuine representation of a nation’s way of life. Here follows 13 European city break options that should inspire you to skip Paris and head to Marselle.

Tower of Terror Too Scary? More Kid-Friendly Rides Are Coming to Florida Theme Parks

Our Team Speed race car is skidding along the track with a flying pirate ship, a royal bed and three other Lego models, all of them slipping and crashing in cartoon chaos. In front of us, a volcano erupts, a landslide threatens and part of the road rises up and crumbles. I duck to avoid a flying Lego brick.

Don't Let Volcanoes, Other Irrational Travel Fears, Ruin Your Summer Vacation

Worried that your trip to Hawaii will come to an explosive end after hot lava engulfs your oceanside rental? That’s just one of the irrational travel fears spreading faster than a Puna brush fire as the summer vacation season starts. Travel safety is always an important topic, but never more than now. So is separating unfounded worries from rational ones. It turns out Hawaii is still a stunningly beautiful and safe place to visit.

Viking Cruises Reveals Details of What Will Be the Longest Cruise Journey Ever

It would take someone who really loves holidaying on the high seas — and who has a lot of annual leave up their sleeve — to take on this epic cruise. Viking Cruises has revealed details of what will be the longest cruise in history: a continuous, eight-month journey that takes in 59 countries and 113 ports in every continent of the globe — except for Antarctica.

5 Perks Travel Agents Offer Beyond Booking Your Trip

Most people assume travel agents do little more than charge you money for booking trips, something most people are comfortable doing online. However, they can do a lot more beyond planning your vacations. “Of course we specialize in building travel itineraries, but good advisers can help you in all sorts of ways that most people don’t realize,” said Rob Karp, chief executive and founder of MilesAhead

8 Places to Go for Father's Day

It doesn’t need to be Father’s Day to take your dad on a well-deserved trip, but it’s definitely a good excuse (plus, it's a great way to make up for all those times you didn't call). Here are eight places for all different types of dads—including several where the entire family can tag along.

Thousands Stranded at Charlotte Airport After Technical Issue

Thousands of passengers remain stranded at the airport in Charlotte after a regional carrier for American Airlines canceled all flights Thursday night because of a technical issue. PSA is a regional carrier of American Airlines and operates under the American Eagle brand. There were roughly 275 flights canceled

From Bumping to Lost Luggage to Canceled Flights: 11 Scenarios Airline Passengers May Face

What recourse do you have when a flight is canceled or delayed, or the airline changes its schedule or loses or delays a checked bag or bumps you from a flight? Even though the U.S. Department of Transportation and European regulators promulgate and enforce consumer protections, there are probably fewer “fly rights” than you think

A Dream World in Real Life: On a Weeklong Japan Cruise

A seven-night trip on Princess Cruises’ Diamond Princess last spring started and ended in Tokyo, and stopped at three ports along the northern coast of Honshu, and in Busan, South Korea’s second-largest city—a place we’d never have thought to go but that wound up being a highlight of the trip. Though the minute-to-minute schedule of a cruise took some getting used to

George Washington Named Commander-In-Chief, Continental Army

True to the manners of gentleman at the time, George Washington never admitted to any ambition and never publicly sought power - but on June 15, 1775, his was the only serious name considered for the post of Commander-In-Chief of the newly created Continental Army. Though the army primarily consisted of New Englanders, Washington hailed from the Southern state of Virginia, and his gaining the position was seen as a move of inclusion towards the Southern colonies.

36 Hours in Seville

Seville is more than its Holy Week and Feria celebrations, when prices go up and the lines to major sites like its famed cathedral and Royal Alcázar palace grow longer. The Andalusian capital reveals itself as a walkable — and bikeable — city with layers of its Christian, Muslim and Jewish heritage still visible.

'Sex and the City' Turns 20: Take a Tour to Visit All the Main Sights

Many TV shows in the late 1990s and early 2000s were set in New York City. But they typically shot their scenes in studios in Los Angeles. Not so with Sex and the City. The show, which ran from 1998 to 2004, was about four women navigating the New York dating world. Carrie, Samantha, Charlotte, and Miranda became cultural icons.

How to Explore Frida Kahlo's Mexico City

Today few artists are as recognisable as Kahlo. Her likeness, complete with braided hair wound with colourful ribbon or adorned with a halo of flowers, unashamedly sporting a unibrow, is plastered on everything from magnets to T-shirts, handbags to walls. She may have lived in the artistic shadow of her larger-than-life husband, Mexican muralist Diego Rivera

Glamping's Second Wave is More Luxurious Than Ever

When Robert Stephenson Smyth Baden-Powell published his Scouting for Boys in 1908, a night under canvas was about self-reliance and teamwork. In the 20th century, only the Bible, the Koran and Quotations from Chairman Mao Tse-tung sold more copies than the lieutenant-general’s tome, which was written to galvanise a “wasted generation” of Edwardian youngsters.

World's Scariest Suspension Bridges

Take a load bearing deck held by vertical suspender cables attached to larger main support lines anchored by a pair of towers and the ground -- and presto. Suspension bridge. Easy as that. Until you're pulling up to one of these magnificent monsters. Then all science and civility goes out the window.

Couple Fall to Their Deaths While 'Taking a Selfie' on Vacation in Portugal

A British woman and an Australian man died in Portugal after falling from a 98-foot tall wall, according to authorities in the European country. The couple, who were found on the the beach at Praia dos Pescadores in the resort town of Ericeira near Lisbon, might have been taking selfies.

Virgin Australia Pilot Scot Williams’ Top Packing Tips

Frequent layovers, ever-changing hotel rooms and umpteen hours in the air – over a career spanning almost 30 years, Virgin Australia pilot Scot Williams has packed his bags more times than most. Here he shares his suitcase secrets — and his top tips for packing your carry-on for a smoother trip through the airport.

American Cruise Lines is Bringing 'Modern Riverboats' to New Orleans

American Cruise Lines plans to bring two new riverboats to New Orleans to sail Mississippi River voyages. The first of the new boats arrives in October. The American Song, the first in American Cruise Lines' new series of modern riverboats, will debut in New Orleans Oct. 6 before departing on a 7-night trip to Memphis.

Universal Shows Renderings of Surfside Inn and Suites, Opens Reservations for 2019 Debut

The team behind a new Universal Orlando Resorts hotel set to open next year have given a bigger glimpse into what they have in mind, releasing new artist renderings Wednesday morning. The Surfside Inn and Suites, which will be one of two built on the old Wet ‘n Wild water park, will feature 750 rooms when it opens in 2019.

10 Great White Night Experiences: Readers' Travel Tips

The party never stops on these midnight sun and twilight jaunts from Russia to Alaska. And neither do the hikes, wildlife encounters and saunas in the gloaming. Birsay, on the mainland of Orkney, where the Atlantic and North Seas meet, is brilliant for a white-night walk. Start at Longagleeb, an impressive geo (long cleft in the cliffs) and experience stunning sunsets at about 10.30pm at the moment (and sunrise at 4am), and beautiful seascapes. Here, you’ll see the puffins,

Royal Caribbean to Take Majority Stake in Luxury Line Silversea Cruises

Mass-market cruise giant Royal Caribbean and luxury line Silversea Cruises soon will be on the same team. The parent company of Royal Caribbean on Thursday announced it had struck a deal with Silversea chairman and owner Manfredi Lefebvre D’Ovidio to acquire a two-thirds stake in the company Lefebvre's family has run for more than 20 years.

Two Cities, One Fare: How Airline Stopover Programs Can Work for You

Travelers increasingly can visit two destinations for the price of flying to one: several new airline stopover programs are trying to entice fliers to do that by offering appealing reasons to spend time in the city that they are connecting through. George Hobica, an airline industry analyst

Congress adopts the Stars and Stripes

On June 14, 1777, the Continental Congress adopted a new resolution on the design of their newly forming nation's flag. The resolution stated that the flag would have 13 stripes alternating white and red, representing the original 13 colonies, and 13 stars in a blue field forming a new constellation.

Why a Visit to Nimes Should Definitely Be on Your Bucket List This Summer

With a landmark new museum just opened and a decision about a Unesco World Heritage listing pending for July, the Provençal city of Nimes is in the spotlight. The Nimes Festival, a summer jamboree of cultural events, is already under way across the cobblestone old town. Nimes makes for a great weekend destination but can be quiet early in the week; this is, after all, provincial France.

Universal's Virtual Line Revamps Queues for Attractions

There are plenty of things that people want to do at theme parks and water parks, including scream like ninnies on thrill rides, be transported to fantastic realms on sophisticated attractions, and cool down on exhilarating water slides. But there’s one thing that nobody wants to do at parks: wait in line.

The 50 Best Safari Holidays

To go on safari is to take part in one of life’s last great adventures. Here, from the Tropic of Cancer to the Cape of Good Hope, are 50 of the best – for every budget and every wildlife experience.

City of Cliffs is France's Best-kept Secret

An undiscovered beach town in Mediterranean Europe? Well, almost. Perched high up a white limestone cliff on the southern coast of Corsica lies the medieval town of Bonifacio. Known as the "Mediterranean's Sentinel," or simply, the "Citadel of Cliffs," it's arguably the best-kept secret in France. It's untroubled by summer crowds despite being in possession of beautiful cobblestone alleyways and a shoreline of sparkling waters.

MSC Offers European-style in the Caribbean

MSC Cruises recently took delivery of the sister-ship to its trendsetting MSC Seaside. Known as MSC Seaview, the 4,132-passenger ship is the largest cruise ship ever built in Italy. Like MSC Seaside, the massive MSC Seaview is loaded with onboard features that include 10 restaurants and 20 bars and lounges.

Cruising Anchorage to Adelaide, Myanmar’s Irrawaddy and More

Sail from Anchorage to Adelaide taking in sights from majestic glaciers and tropical islands. The trip includes a flight to Anchorage to start an Alaskan cruise tour on Golden Princess to Vancouver taking in Glacier Bay, Skagway, Juneau and Ketchikan, a four-night land tour with two nights in a Denali Wilderness Lodge.

American Express to Open Premium Airport Lounge at LAX's Tom Bradley International Terminal

A new premium lounge will land at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in the Tom Bradley International Terminal next year. American Express announced Tuesday that it will open a signature Centurion Lounge for premium card-holders that will feature something novel: a tranquillity area to help travelers adapt to different time zones.

Polynesian Sailing Vessels Are Being Used to Clean Up Microplastics

Churning seas, courtesy of Cyclone Gita, crash against the sides of our traditional double-hulled Polynesian sailing vessel, known as a waka in the Maori language. With a crew of 12 Maori community members and three scientists, including me, on board, the waka Te Matau a Maui is heading along the east coast of New Zealand’s North Island to the capital of Wellington, to participate in the international Waka Odyssey—but Cyclone Gita stands in our way.

Alligator on the Runway Causes Delay at Orlando International Airport

An alligator on the runway at Orlando International Airport was responsible for a delay to a Spirit Airlines flight yesterday. Passenger Anothony Verladi said his plane had just landed when he spotted the large reptile bumbling across the tarmac towards a pond.

Instagram's Wannabe-Stars Are Driving Luxury Hotels Crazy

Three years ago, Lisa Linh quit her full-time job to travel the world and document it on Instagram, where she has nearly 100,000 followers; since then, she has stayed in breathtaking hotels everywhere from Mexico to Quebec to the Cook Islands. Often, she stays for free.

Food Purveyor Fauchon Launches First Boutique Luxury Hotel in Paris

The food purveyor famous for its macarons will make its entrance into the hospitality industry on September 1, 2018, with the opening of its first luxury boutique hotel: Fauchon L'Hotel Paris. The 54-room, five star property is situated on the Place de la Madeleine, the home of the Fauchon brand since 1886. It is already a member of Leading Hotels of the World.

15 Travel Purchases That Made My Experience with International Travel a Lot Less Stressful

International travel, from a distance, can seem like one big graph — replete with peaks and valleys. The peaks are almost exclusively confined to the trip, and the deep valleys occur in the preparation, airport, and ensuing jet lag. But thanks to my work as a product reviewer, I see a high volume of great tools and products designed just to make traveling easier.

Vancouver burns to the ground

On June 13, 1886, the newly incorporated city of Vancouver, British Columbia was clearing brush out of the areas between Main and Cambie streets. A controlled burn fire was started to burn the brush and debris. Suddenly, however, a strong wind arose off the water and fanned the flames out of control

Breaking Down the Frequent Flier Mile Programs

We all dream of flying in first class, glass of prosecco in hand, away from the screaming children and armrest battles. But for most, that doesn’t happen very often — if ever. Frequent flier programs can help, landing travelers who spend a lot of time in the air free drinks and snacks, the occasional upgrade, and miles to redeem for flights. But negotiating the world of airline rewards can be onerous.

The Luxurious Hotel Where Trump Is Meeting Kim Jong Un Has $7,500-a-Night Rooms, Top-Notch Security, and Wild Peacocks

President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un are set to have historic talks at a lavish resort in Singapore on Tuesday. The summit is scheduled to take place at the Capella Hotel on Singapore’s Sentosa Island, starting at 9 a.m. local time on June 12. The five-star Capella Hotel, a hot spot for celebrities including Madonna and Lady Gaga

Cruise ship tours: Inside Ponant's Le Soleal, a vessel designed for adventure

Looking for a cruise on a ship that is intimate and upscale? Our latest Cruise Ship Tour, in the carousel above, offers a deck-by-deck look at Le Soleal — a small, elegant vessel that carries just 264 passengers. Unveiled in 2013, Le Soleal is one of four nearly identical ships operated by Ponant, a small French cruise line with a global customer base.

How Airports Are Improving Travel for Passengers With Hidden Disabilities

UK airports are making progress when it comes to helping passengers with hidden disabilities, according to a new report published by the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) today. Hidden disabilities can include autism, dementia and hearing loss and many other conditions that are not immediately obvious.

Paris of the North? Athens of the South? The Cities With an Identity Crisis

Not every destination can be a Venice, Paris or Rome. The next best thing? Add a suffix that describes your global location and hope it takes off. Here we look at some of the most ambitious - and ludicrous - alternatives to the greatest cities in Europe.

Latvia: Europe's Nation of Introverts

In a comic book produced by the organisation Latvian Literature for the recent London Book Fair, the main character gives a rare smile on realising that the weather outside is perfect. That is, it’s heavily snowing, and thus he’s unlikely to meet anyone out on the roads. As he says, “below zero = below average risk of random encounter”.

The World's Most Exclusive Hotels

There's a special breed of hotels that cater to the most discerning and tasteful of luxury travelers, so profoundly unforgettable and special you want to keep them all to yourself. Set apart by their location, sheer luxury, history or venerability -- and in many cases, all of the above -- we've handpicked 25 of the world's most exclusive hotels where you can stay

Universal Orlando: Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey Ride Now in 4K-HD

Universal Orlando has upgraded the projection system on one of its rides in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Now seen in 4K-HD is Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey, the thrill ride set inside the Hogwarts castle building at Islands of Adventure theme park. The ride, which opened with the original segment of Wizarding World in 2010, now has "superior clarity," according to a post on Universal Orlando's official blog.

Living With a Monster: Tourism at a Guatemala Volcano

From the peak of Pacaya they had a clear view of the nearby Volcano of Fire, which erupted June 3, emitting a fast-moving avalanche of super-heated muck that killed at least 110 people and left about 200 missing. “I would encourage people to come and see the beauty of the place; there’s nothing necessarily to fear,” said Maximilian Penn, a chef from New York gazing at the breathtaking view.

Say 'I do' and Save Money? Whoever Thought You'd Say That in the Same Sentence? But a Cruise Means Both Can Happen

Twenty years ago, Princess Cruises revolutionized the industry by launching the first ocean-going wedding chapel. Since the Grand Princess set sail from Istanbul, Turkey, May 26, 1998, thousands of couples have tied the knot at sea. Couples could combine the wedding and the honeymoon, and the event would cost less than a conventional ceremony — about $27,000 less, according to a 2009 cruise industry survey.

Inside an Eerie Abandoned Water Park in Vietnam

It started out—like so many failed things do—as a beautiful dream: a sprawling wonderland at the edge of a lake, a hedonistic playground the likes of which the area had never seen. Outside the confines of the city and everyday reality, the park would be a beacon of joy and whimsy, drawing visitors from near and far with its epic grandeur.

France's Chausey Islands: All the Tide in the World

It’s low tide in the Chausey Islands and our barefoot group are peering into a shallow rock pool. Olivier, our guide, stoops to investigate: it holds a green crab, some shrimps and a clam, which he prizes open and offers us raw.

Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this wall

On June 12, 1987, US President Ronald Reagan stood in front of cameras poised at the Berlin Wall. It was clear that the arms race with the Soviet Union was nearly over, that the United States had driven the Soviets to the brink of collapse. Soviet leader Gorbachev had met with Reagan at a number of summits to discuss the future of relations between the two nations. The future was clear, and Reagan seized a dramatic moment to make the following speech:

'Don't Be Afraid to Just Sit and Watch.' What Anthony Bourdain Taught Us About Travel and Humanity

Bourdain — who wrote about restaurant culture and hosted food and travel shows — became known for his sense of adventure, his unique travel recommendations and his ability to shed light on the human experience around the world. “You can’t take it in, driving by stuff. That’s not satisfying,” Bourdain said in an interview with Money in February. “Don’t be afraid to just sit and watch.”

Is the New Crop of Cruise Ships the Ugliest Ever? You Be the Judge

There was a time when even the biggest passenger vessels cut an elegant profile. They were sleek and streamlined to slice through the waves, and they often had gracious curves and highly-designed superstructures. Alas, those days are long gone.

Why Haut Marais is Paris' Coolest Designer District

Nestled between the historic Marais and recently revamped Place de la République, a new enclave, aptly coined the Haut Marais, has taken on a life of its own. Having lived in the 3rd arrondissement for almost a decade, I’ve witnessed the evolution of this former nondescript neighbourhood, which has now become home to some of Paris’s most skilled artisans.

Europe's 17 Best Secret Islands

Who doesn't like the idea of a deserted paradise isle? Especially when it's only a few hours flight awa and actually in the temperate and well-resourced Mediterranean. Read on for 17 of Europe's best-kept islands secrets.

10 Moscow Hotels for Budgets Big and Small

Moscow has a deserved reputation as an expensive city to visit; however, people who travel here do have a range of options. Here are 10 good choices of places to stay, whether you can afford one of its luxury hotels or you need to rest your head somewhere inexpensive

The New USA Bucket List: 11 Top Places You Need to See

So you’ve watched your life flash before your eyes on the “Drop of Doom” at Six Flags Magic Mountain, thrown a shoe during a live taping in NYC and woken up to dancers pilfering your Vegas hotel room, and now what? Nope, it’s not the title of the world’s worst self-help book, but a fair question to ask when taking in a map – pin in hand – of a country comprising 50 diverse states featuring more than 35,000 museums, 400-plus theme parks and endless iconic monuments.

Carrying a Real Apple or A Fake Gucci? Tell a Customs and Border Protection Officer Anyway

Earlier this year, a passenger was standing on the jet bridge, moments from boarding his South African Airways flight, when an obstacle appeared in the shape of a Customs and Border Protection officer. During the random search at Washington Dulles International Airport, the law enforcer asked the man how much money he was carrying. He responded $500, normally not an amount an officer would question, except in one instance — when it’s a lie.

Why is a Small Village in Belize a Hot Spot For Anglers? It’s Home to the Everest of Fish

I was standing at the front of a 23-foot-long panga in the Bay of Honduras, some 10 miles northeast of Punta Gorda, Belize, as my angling partner, Nelson Mathews, was perched in a seat below. A group of frigatebirds circled above, reminiscent of cruising fighter jets, while several pelicans and cormorants watched from a snag on a mangrove island nearby.

7 AirBnBs with Awe-Inspiring Architecture

We already know Airbnb's got something for just about everyone, and that includes the architectural aesthete, or the traveler who wants to be inspired just as much by their lodging as they do their location. From sustainable structures, to cube houses, to dwellings completely comprised of bamboo, here are some ideal properties for even the most serious of design connoisseurs.

Cruise ships are skipping parts of the island of Hawaii and its devastating volcano. But that may be changing

No surprises here: Hawaii's Big Island is getting snubbed by the cruise industry, and tourism officials aren't happy about it. But things may be looking up for the island, which has been battered for more than a month by the Kilauea volcanic eruption. Five cruise lines changed their routes in the last few weeks to avoid portions of the Big Island, site of the volcano, which erupted in early May, spewing lava hundreds of feet into the air.

This Jet Lag App Will Help You Adjust to New Time Zones Quickly

What makes this app so unique is that you can personalize it to your particular needs. “The problems caused by jet lag cannot be tackled using generic advice, which is oversimplistic and can often be counterproductive, making jet lag worse,” Lockley said on the Timeshifter website. “Each traveler and trip is different and requires a personalized approach taking your sleep pattern, chronotype, flight plan, and a range of personal preferences into account.”

This Ghost Town Was Swallowed Up by Nature and Now It's an Eerily Beautiful Hiking Destination

Man and nature are often portrayed at odds with each other: As skyscrapers go up, trees come down. But sometimes the world has different plans. After a tiny fishing town in eastern China was abandoned, greenery took over. Now the hillside town has become a tourist attraction for what appears to be a garden of architectural topiary.

Jacques-Yves Cousteau's Birthday

Born on June 11, 1910, in Saint-André-de-Cubzac, Gironde, Cousteau was a French naval officer who became one of the world's greatest explorers, ecologists, filmmakers and scientists. His passion was the oceans of the world and the sea life in them, and he co-developed the modern SCUBA tank and regulator, making underwater exploration accessible to scientists and the masses alike. He died on June 25, 1997.

June Route Roundup: Where Cruise Lines Are Adding Sailings

Cruise lines are constantly tweaking their schedules. Sometimes it's just the addition of a single port to a long-established itinerary. Other times it's the rollout of an all-new route. Here, some of the more notable new itinerary announcements from recent weeks.

Millions of Brits Accidentally Book the Wrong Hotel When Looking for Holidays

Millions of Brits have accidentally booked the wrong hotel or dates in a rush to secure a bargain, according to research. After hours of searching the web for the biggest bargain, busy Brits have found themselves booking by mistake due to the pressure of securing the lowest rate.

World's Highest Bungee Jump to Open in China

For those who have successfully overcome their fears and walked the world's highest glass-bottom bridge in China, it's time to take things up a notch -- and bungee off it. A new 260-meter-high (853 feet) bungee-jump platform will be added to the Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Glass Bridge in August 2018. Once open, it will be the world's highest bungee jump.

CNN's Anthony Bourdain Dead at 61

Anthony Bourdain, the chef and gifted storyteller who took TV viewers around the world to explore culture, cuisine and the human condition for nearly two decades, has died. He was 61. CNN confirmed Bourdain's death on Friday and said the cause of death was suicide.

MSC Offers European-style in the Caribbean

MSC Cruises recently took delivery of the sister-ship to its trendsetting MSC Seaside. Known as MSC Seaview, the 4,132-passenger ship is the largest cruise ship ever built in Italy. Like MSC Seaside, the massive MSC Seaview is loaded with onboard features that include 10 restaurants and 20 bars and lounges. There are also five waterslides onboard; a bowling alley; a Formula One racing simulator; a 4D cinema; a kids splash park; a pair of ziplines; and an outdoor movie screen.

Toronto's Hotel Scene Heats Up With 4 Exciting Newcomers

Four distinct hotels. Four different areas of the city. Toronto has been lauded the last few years for its expanding food scene. Now the hotels are catching up, offering visitors a variety of places to sleep after a fine meal, a ballgame or a visit to the Toronto International Film Festival in September. Here’s a look at four cutting-edge places that have opened their doors in the last few months.

Bounce In a Dune Buggy On a Sandy Weekend Escape to Pismo Beach

“This is just like Tatooine!” exclaimed my 6-year-old grandson, referring to the sand planet that is Luke Skywalker’s home in “Star Wars.” Wearing what his 4-year-old brother called “ginormous” helmets and sand goggles, my two grandsons looked to me a bit like Imperial Stormtroopers. My husband, Paul, and I, had driven them to Pismo Beach to explore the astounding sand dunes in Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes preserve

Leros: The Greek Island With Just a Touch of Italy

This Dodecanese gem has 20th-century Italian influences as well as the classic repertoire of secret beaches and laid-back tavernas. ‘It is an unusual island,” said my friend Yannis, slightly self-consciously. “We are a bit different from our neighbours.”

20 Extraordinary Family Vacations Kids Will Actually, Truly Enjoy

Beach break? Mountain trek? Wildlife adventure? African odyssey? Summer is that sublime time of year when families can travel unencumbered by school schedules. And choices abound. Some destinations are all about kids, all of the time. Other properties may tolerate children but certainly do not lay out a welcome mat.

Long-Haul Discounters Invade The Big Airlines' Trans-Atlantic Sandbox, To Consumers' Benefit

Abilene, Texas, and Reykjavik, Iceland, aren’t normally thought of in the same breath, yet the two cities share some things in common. Both have about 122,000 residents. They both are relatively isolated from large population centers. And, believe it or not, both now are served by American Airlines, making them two of the very smallest cities served by the world’s largest carrier.

These Are the Best (and Worst) Airlines & Airports of 2018

Air travel is rough enough when everything goes right: security's a breeze, your flight's on time, you've secured a comfy seat, and the skies are smooth. But even the slightest hiccup at the airport or aboard your flight can turn your whole travel day into a hellish nightmare, especially if it requires having to sit on the phone with a customer service agent for hours.

T+L Summer Shortlist: The Best Things to Do in Philadelphia

It’s time to take that summer vacation you’ve been dreaming of all winter long. While you’re brainstorming trip ideas, let Travel + Leisure help you decide where to go with its Summer Shortlist, which features the season’s hottest destinations in the U.S.

Central Holidays Unveils Novel New “Top Ten Destinations” Publication for Agents and Guarantees Departures on Featured Italy and Israel Escorted Tours

Central Holidays today unveiled its new “Top Ten Destinations” brochure, featuring vacations exclusively offered by the travel brand to its most highly requested destinations and guaranteed departures on the company’s most popular signature Italy and Israel Escorted Tours. Known for its specialized destination expertise and affordable-luxury line-up of diverse travel programs, Central Holidays is making it easy for agents to find the best program for their clients via this novel publication that showcases the top destinations and programs that travelers are booking this year.

Porsche No. 1

On June 8, 1948, the first car bearing the name "Porsche" took its very first test drive. The company had been restructured by a British Major, Ivan Hirst, after its founder was imprisoned for war crimes following Porsche's involvement in building tanks and designing Volkswagens for Germany during World War II. He was never charged and was subsequently released after 20 months in prison.

36 Hours in Tbilisi

With chaotic yet charming cobblestone streets, dome-shaped bathhouses steaming with sulfuric waters, and crumbling Soviet factories repurposed as hipster hotels, Tbilisi is a study in contrasts. Capital of Georgia and the heart of the Caucasus, the city teems with riches: cathedrals that rise in the hills like layer cakes; hidden cafes bursting with bric-a-brac, and a bohemian art scene that is slowly peeling away the Soviet grit from this survivalist town to reveal a vibrant creative core.

United Frequent-Fliers Splurge on Miles to See Boeing 747 'Disassembly Center'

United flew its last Boeing 747 passenger flight in November, but 10 United frequent fliers and two airline employees were treated to one last look at the pioneering jumbo jet at a special event here this past Saturday. Those who made the trip gave United’s 747s one last sendoff.

Has Greece Reached Tourist Capacity?

Greece is the latest in a string of European countries fighting to maintain the fine balance between sustainable tourism and “overtourism” - with one prominent politician saying the country is feeling the strain. This year, the country is expected to welcome 32 million foreign travellers – an almost 100 per cent increase from the 15 million visitors in 2010 and over five times the amount of visitors from 10 years ago.

Benedict Allen Explores Salt Lakes And the World's Most Beautiful Cities on the Silk Road

“You want an illegitimate taxi?” asked the waiter, after my rousing meal of vodka and something delicious that may have been mutton. In truth, I’d have been more than happy with a legitimate one, that first evening but – too late! – a passing Lada was flagged down and soon I was speeding back to my hotel driven by an Uzbek with a tremendous set of gold teeth and surprisingly good grasp of English.

Emirates to Revolutionise Air Travel With Windowless Planes

Looking out of the window on a plane is one of the best things about flying — especially if you’ve got epic views over mountain ranges or cities like London, New York or Sydney. But The Sun reports, this might be set to change, as Emirates announce plans to build planes with virtual windows.

Disney World: New Views of Toy Story Land, Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge

Aerial photography taken from above Walt Disney World by Orlando Sentinel photographer Red Huber shows the progress made — and the current contrast between — two new lands in the works for Disney’s Hollywood Studios theme park. In the foreground of the above photo is the colorful Toy Story Land, set to open June 30. In the background stands Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, which is scheduled to open in late fall of 2019.

Mount Taranaki: Will the New Zealand Peak's 'Living Person' Status Bring Respect?

New Zealand must feel like the reserved sibling in a family of exhibitionists. You have big, brash Australia to one side, the dreamy, tropical South Pacific isles above and alluring, mysterious Antarctica to the south. Which could go some way to explaining why New Zealand has been left off so many maps of the world, from the Smithsonian Natural History Museum to those simple cartographic artworks by the likes of Starbucks and Ikea.

Carnival Cruise Line to Base a Ship in Brisbane, Australia for First Time

Cruise giant Carnival soon will have a ship based in Brisbane, Australia — a first for the line. The Miami-based cruise company this week announced its 2,124-passenger Carnival Spirit would operate out of the city year-round starting in 2020. The ship currently is based in Sydney, Australia.

Billion-Dollar Cruise Ship Brings Go-Karts and Laser Tag to the High Seas

On the new Norwegian Bliss, cruise passengers can drive go-karts on a two-story racetrack, listen to a Beatles cover band inside a replica of Liverpool’s Cavern Club or play laser tag in a space-themed, outdoor arena. Those are just three of the dozen or so entertainment options on the ship, which cost $1 billion to build

Huge Fire Breaks Out at Luxury Hotel

A huge fire broke out at a luxury hotel in central London a week after "the most extensive restoration in its 115-year history" was completed. Plumes of smoke were seen rising from the five-star Mandarin Oriental in Knightsbridge just before 16:00 BST. A total of 36 hotel guests and 250 members of hotel staff were evacuated - singer Robbie Williams was among them.

Inside the Hotel That Will Host the Trump-Kim Summit

When President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un meet for their summit next Tuesday, it will be at a luxury five-star hotel in Singapore. The Capella Hotel on Singapore's Sentosa Island will host the summit, White House press secretary Sarah Sanders said Tuesday. The hotel grounds sit on the coast and are within walking distance of Universal Studios Singapore.

This Is What It's Like To Travel As A Gay Asian Man

As a gay Asian man who works in the tourism industry and loves to travel himself, Romey Louangvilay’s goal is to make travel more inclusive for everyone. A finalist in Forbes’ 2016 Top 30 Under 30 in Marketing & Advertising, Louangvilay is head of communications, overseeing public relations, social media and influencer marketing, at a full-service New York City-based marketing agency

The Treaty of Tordesillas

On June 7, 1494, the countries of Spain and Portugal signed the Treaty of Tordesillas, so named for the Spanish city it was created in. The treaty divided the New World of the newly discovered Americas between the two governments. The treaty only recognized any prior claims by "Christian kings", which meant that the local indigenous people were forced under their rule. The colonization of these areas would prove to be devastating for many of these tribes and cultures.

JetBlue Joins Other Airlines in Restricting Support Animals

JetBlue is joining the pack of airlines that are making it harder for passengers to bring emotional-support animals on board. JetBlue announced Tuesday that starting July 1 it will require those customers to submit forms from a veterinarian vouching for the animal's fitness and vaccinations.

Booking.com Targeted by Hackers With Email Scam Asking Customers for Payment Details

A number of hotels and guest houses featured on Booking.com have been targeted by phishing emails, resulting in users of the website being sent emails instructing them to provide payment details. Personal customer information, such as names, addresses, phone numbers, costs, reference numbers and booking dates were included in the emails, leading customers to believe that they were legitimate.

Is Albania Europe's Best Unsung Holiday Destination?

We walk up the slope, away from the water, past the coffee-shop tables on the pavements of Epidamn Boulevard. Then we turn left onto Rruga Kalase, and a hot day in 21st-century Albania melts, to be replaced by the second century and the Roman Empire in its pomp.

Power Yachting the Inside Passage

If you walk down to Vancouver’s Canada Place cruise terminal this summer season, you’ll see an unfamiliar ship docked. Seattle-based Windstar Cruises (windstarcruises.com) has kicked off its first Alaska cruise season in nearly two decades, bringing the all-suite, 212-guest Star Legend to Vancouver for a series of voyages that sail roundtrip from Canada Place, or one-way between Vancouver and Seward, Alaska.

$12 Ramen Will Change Your Life: Top Tips for Eating in Japan

Brian MacDuckston knows his noodles. The San Francisco native has been trawling Japan for over a decade uncovering the best ramen spots and sharing his knowledge on his blog and in his book, Brian’s Guide to 50 Great Tokyo Ramen Shops. As the latest addition to Palace Hotel Tokyo’s roster of foodie guides, the “Ramen Hunter” introduces guests to one of Japan’s most popular dishes in his private tour

The Margarita Mile and Other Must-see Places in Dallas

Dallas is known for many things, particularly the Sixth Floor Museum and Dealey Plaza, where President John F. Kennedy was shot and killed in 1963. There’s more in the Big D to see, whether you love gardens, science or margaritas. Here are three worthy stops that may not be on your radar.

20 Great UK and Ireland Beach Cottages for Summer Breaks

The beach is a pebble’s throw from the doorstep of these stylish, self-catering holiday homes. A cabin among the trees, the north Cornish coast, sandy bay of Woolacombe, the green hills above Lannacombe Bay, and more. And all have availability for summer 2018.

The Best Places to Travel in July

Some people spend their entire year planning summer vacations, while others take off for a weekend trip on a whim. Regardless of what type of planner you are, we’ve put together a list of fantastic getaways near and far to fulfill any and all travel itches. International travelers flock to the United States in the summer, and for good reason

Hawaii Volcano: Norwegian Cruise Line Drops Calls at Big Island indefinitely

Norwegian Cruise Line has cancelled calls at Hawaii's Big Island until further notice due to the recently intensified eruption of the Kilauea volcano. In a statement sent to USA TODAY, Norwegian said its Hawaii-based, 2,138-passenger Pride of America would replace weekly visits to Kona and Hilo on the Big Island with extra time on the islands of Oahu and Maui.

How to Get a Vegan Food Tour in India, Italy, and Thailand

An adventure travel agent is bringing veganism to the forefront with curated eight-day long trips. Veganism is growing at a substantial rate, and Intrepid Travel has taken note. Three new tours to India, Italy, and Thailand will soon share the world’s hidden vegan gems with foodie explorers.

It's Not Just Airbnb - HomeAway Starts Adding Hotels Too

Airbnb announced boldly a few months ago that it was making a concerted push to add bed-and-breakfasts and boutique hotels to its platform as it called out Expedia and Booking.com for their allegedly excessive commissions. But Airbnb isn’t the only alternative lodging brand expanding its hotel ranks — HomeAway and sister vacation rental brands such as VRBO are doing it, too, but with a twist.

Air Travel Is About to Become More Expensive, Airline CEOs Say

Planning on doing some summer or holiday traveling? Buy your tickets now. CEOs at several major airlines say they expect prices to increase, due in part to escalating fuel prices. Just as bad? You may have more trouble finding a seat on the flight you want.

First Drive-in Movie Theater is Opened

On June 6, 1933, the first drive-in movie theater was opened by Richard Hollingshead in Camden County, New Jersey. The movie shown was "Wives Beware," starring Adolphe Menjou.

SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS VACATIONS® INTRODUCES “CAPE TOWN & WINELANDS SUPER SAVER” FOR SUMMER TRAVEL WITH SAVINGS UP TO $1000 PER PERSON

Fort Lauderdale, FL (June 4, 2018) – South African Airways Vacations® (SAA Vacations®), the leisure division of South African Airways, has introduced a 5-night “Cape Town & Winelands Super Saver” air-inclusive vacation package that brings unprecedented savings of up to $1000 per person for travel from New York to Cape Town this summer. The “Cape Town & Winelands Super Saver” includes air transportation from New York-JFK Airport on South African Airways

What Food You Should NEVER Buy on a Cruise - And What You Should Splurge On

Today’s cruise ships are cities on the sea. They contain just about everything you could want to spend money on, from luxury fashion goods to sushi to more cruises. In recent years, cruise lines have greatly expanded their culinary efforts in an effort to please all palates, and counter disappointing images of “cruise food.”

Princess Cruises to Deploy One of Its Newest Ships, Royal Princess, to Mexican Riviera

California-based Princess Cruises will keep one of its newest ships close to home for the winter of 2019-2020. The Love Boat line says the five-year-old Royal Princess will operate 27 sailings out of Los Angeles to the Mexican Riviera starting in September of 2019.

Why You Should Swap Reykjavik for Akureyri, Iceland's Cutest City

It’s easy to be charmed by Akureyri. This tiny city is filled with brightly painted wooden houses, cosy bars and sleepy streets leading down to the striking Eyjafjord. Even the traffic lights are cute, with stop lights in the shape of red hearts that glow at each junction.

12 Reasons to Visit Moscow Right Now

Moscow, the capital of Russia, is brimming with historical sights, eye-popping architecture, world-class museums and cultural landmarks. It's a fascinating destination with clashing layers of history: the czarist era rubs against the decades of austere communism followed by a 21st-century economic boom of sometimes flagrant excess.

Nearly 80 Percent of Japan's Airbnbs Were Just Removed

And then there were 13,800. That's how many Airbnbs are left operating in all of Japan, after the home-sharing site removed at least 62,000 homes, apartments, and rooms this weekend from its inventory, reports Japan's Nikkei newspaper. The move is in response to the country's new home share–or minpaku—law that comes into effect June 15, requiring Airbnbs be registered with the government and limited to a certain number of rented days.

Your 2018 Airport Summer Survival Guide: What to Know Before You Go

Imagine 2.2 million people — the equivalent of all residents of San Francisco, Fresno, Sacramento and Anaheim combined — flying every day. Welcome to summer 2018, expected to be the busiest ever for air travel, the Transportation Security Administration said last month. Its employees will inspect about 5 million carry-on items across more than 25,000 daily domestic and international flights.

The 14 Best European Cities for Solo Travelers

While monuments should dictate your itinerary in Europe, it’s really how you take in the sights that will make your trip. And with the sheer amount of things to see and do, traveling in Europe, especially with a big group, can get overwhelming. That’s why it’s one of the best continents to visit alone, where you can really see everything at your own pace.

Read This Before Your Next Trip to Kansas City

Kansas City is friendly and laid-back, but don't be fooled by its low-key attitude. The city pulses with an upbeat and creative energy powered by its people who embody a hard-working Midwest work ethic combined with entrepreneurial grit and a pioneering spirit.

Survey Shows Close Ties Between Certification and Financial Success

FRAMINGHAM, MA, June 4, 2018 – The Travel Institute today released part two of its key findings from the organization’s new study, The Changing Face of Travel Agents, which reveals compelling statistics that demonstrate the strong correlation between certification and financial success. The second half of the report also explores on-the-job contentment or the positive outlook held by travel professionals when considering a long-term career in the industry.

Elvis appears on Milton Berle’s Show

On June 5, 1956 Elvis Presley appeared on the Milton Berle Show. The entertainer performed the song “Hound Dog”, singing without his guitar. During the performance, Presley used hip and leg movements that were later to become his trademark, but which in 1956 were new to a mass audience.

Online Travel Agency Exoticca Bags $4.1M for Market Expansion

Barcelona-based online travel agency Exoticca — which sells “affordable luxury” holidays to popular destinations such as India, Kenya, Brazil, Thailand and South Africa — has closed a €3.5 million (~$4.1 million) Series A to expand into more markets.

Travel Memoirs Are All About Immersive Experiences - But What If You Use A Wheelchair?

Most travel memoirs promise exploration, spontaneity, adventure. Grand vistas as the backdrop for inner growth. History and culture. Conversations with locals. Mishaps and majesty. These books promise the reader intellectual and emotional immersion to a place thanks to the author’s ability to convey their own physical immersion.

This Is The Luxury Hotel Of The Future

ITC Hotels, one of the leading hotel companies in India, opened the ITC Kohenur, in Hyderabad, on June 1st, the company's twelfth property in the ITC Hotels Luxury Collection portfolio. The hotel, which is located in the heart of Hyderabad's HITEC City district, is arguably the future of the luxury hotel industry.

J.D. Power: Alaska Air, Southwest are (again) the USA's Best Airlines for 2018

Alaska Airlines and Southwest Airlines are the USA’s top U.S. carriers, according to J.D. Power. If it seems like you’ve heard that before, it’s because you have. Alaska Airlines was finished atop the annual J.D. Power customer service satisfaction survey of "traditional" North American carriers for the 11th consecutive year. Southwest was named best among low-cost airlines, finishing No. 1 for the second year in a year since unseating JetBlue in 2016. (Scroll down for a full list of the airline ratings)

Secret Europe: The 10 Least-visited European Countries

Leave the massive crowds of tourists behind in France or Italy, and make your next trip to one of the least-visited European countries. To compile this list of least-visited European countries, I used data from the annual UNTWO Tourism report, which tracks international tourist arrivals. Note that the organization does not have data on record for certain countries (including Belarus and Slovakia), so those nations were not taken into consideration for this story.

Rising Fuel and Labour Costs to Wipe $4bn Off Airline's Profits This Year

Airlines will make $5bn (£3bn) less profit than previously expected this year, and $4bn less than last year, according to new forecasts by the International Air Transport Association. The IATA expects airlines to report a collective net profit of $33.8bn in 2018, and said this would be a “a solid performance despite rising costs, primarily fuel and labor, but also the upturn in the interest rate cycle”.

How Far Have Fares Really Fallen Since the Golden Age of Flying?

Glorified armchairs, vast expanses of floor space and champagne for all: we sacrificed it long ago in favour of crushed knees, plastic tray tables, and ever-shrinking seats. But for all the measure of legroom we've lost over the years - from the industry standard of 34 inches in the 1980s, to an average of around 31 inches today - the price for a plane ticket has dropped astronomically.

Bathe Naked With Strangers? Welcome to a Japanese Bathhouse

Japan is proud of its bathing traditions. For many Westerners, though, the fact that these traditions involve being naked with strangers is awkward at best, even though men and women bathe separately.

Top 10 U.S. Summer Travel Destinations

TripAdvisor released its 2018 Summer Vacations Value Report, which is based on the top 10 U.S. summer travel destinations. For each destination, TripAdvisor determined the average nightly hotel rate and average weekly expenses per person. It appears summertime travelers will explore everything from hiking in Wyoming to the wild dunes of Rhode Island.

Bizarre Road Rules You Didn’t Know You Were Breaking in Europe

In Russia, Bulgaria and Belarus it’s completely illegal to have a dirty car. It’s just one of the strange road rules you probably didn’t know you were breaking in Europe and Australian holiday-makers are being advised to brush up on local road rules or risk unknowingly voiding their travel insurance or being caught on the wrong side of the law.

Carnival Cruise Line Updating Its Casino Rewards Program

As far as I’m concerned, the casino has always been one of the most enticing reasons to book a cruise. There is no better way to end a long day of fun in sun than at a card table. What makes it all the more enjoyable is that card players on cruises tend to be much more friendly and chatty than you often get at a land-based casino.

St. Jane Chicago Now Taking Hotel Reservations

ichigan Avenue’s newest hotel, the soon-to-open St. Jane Chicago, is now taking reservations for stays starting July 1. Rooms are listed in the online reservation system for as low as $159 for certain days in July — not a bad price for a prime location in the historic Carbide and Carbon Building. For more than a decade, the art deco skyscraper at 230 N. Michigan Ave. had been home to the music-themed Hard Rock Hotel, which closed late last year to make way for St. Jane.

The 25 Most Beautiful Places in Japan

Ask anyone who has visited, and they'll tell you: Japan is easily one of the most stunning places in the world. The country offers a full range of nature and culture, from subtropical beaches to snowy mountains, futuristic skylines to ancient temples. And while you could spend a lifetime exploring all of the splendidly whimsical islands and cities, we suggest you start with this list.

A Local’s Guide to Kraków: 10 Top Tips

It’s Kraków’s striking medieval old town, one of the finest in Europe, that attracts visitors, but the city’s youthful restaurants, bars and cultural hangouts are well worth checking out, too

Should Cruise Ships Be Allowed In Marine Sanctuaries?

In October 2002, the cruise ship Crystal Harmony anchored outside Monterey Harbor, ferrying more than 900 passengers ashore for the day before continuing on its way to Acapulco, Mexico. Later that night, 14 miles off the pristine coastline of Big Sur, the 790-foot-long ship dumped 36,400 gallons of sewage, gray water and oily waste into the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary.

This Gorgeous New Glamping Site Is the Best Way to See Mount Rushmore

Each year, 3 million people flock to South Dakota to get a glimpse of Mount Rushmore, the absolutely massive sculpture carved directly into the side of a mountain between 1927 and 1941 by sculptor Gutzon Borglum. And while it is certainly a sight to behold, area hotels can become more than a little crowded during the height of summer, which happens to be peak tourist season in the region.

Central Holidays Introduces Rio & Iguassu Falls Special

Central Holidays is unveiling an amazing, value-packed Rio and Iguassu Falls Special – 8 days starting at $822 per person, double occupancy – the savings on this special are immense and actually even more significant as all elements are private – such as transfers and private touring. You are sure to see that if you try to book elements on your own the price would be far more – and that the savings Central Holidays is offering are huge!

Congress Passes the 19th Amendment

On this day in 1919, the United States Senate passed the 19th Amendment to the Constitution, prohibiting government from denying any citizen the right to vote because of that citizen's sex and thus granting suffrage to women - the right to vote.

An Enduring Paris Hotel in a New Light

Is it Parisians who are most looking forward to the reopening of the more than century-old Hotel Lutetia, on Paris’ Left Bank? Or is it the property’s loyal overnight guests? It’s hard to know for sure. “The Lutetia — it isn’t like other luxury hotels in Paris that locals don’t go to unless they have to,” said Apollonia Poilâne, the head baker and chief executive of the celebrated Paris bakery Poilâne

The World's 25 Longest Airline Flights

Singapore Airlines is set to take back the “world’s longest flight” title this fall, when it launches non-stop service between Singapore and Newark. With a distance of 9,534 statute miles (via Great Circle Mapper), the new Singapore Airlines route will knock Qatar Airways’ 9,032-mile run between Doha and Auckland, New Zealand, out of the top spot once it begins in October.

'Complete chaos' at Dublin Airport after PA system gets stuck on evacuation mode

Passengers flying from Dublin Airport described scenes of “complete chaos” after a PA system in departures got stuck on evacuation mode. The airport confirmed on Friday morning there had been a “fault” with its sound system at a boarding gate area in Terminal 1, but that no evacuation was underway.

The World's 20 Greatest Modern Landmarks

Deyan Sudjic, director of London's Design Museum, chooses 20 of his favourite modern landmarks - "great pieces of architecture and design that define our times, but also 20 places in which to experience city life at its most dynamic.

Beyond Budapest: 5 Day Trips From Hungary's Capital

While Budapest is a truly majestic place, there's so much more to Hungary than its hugely popular capital. You could spend days in the city and barely scratch the surface, but if you have the time, it's worth hopping on a train, boat or bus to explore more of this compact country on a day trip. Here are five destinations beyond Budapest that are worth adding to your itinerary while you travel in Hungary:

Treehouses, Lookout Towers and Other Unusual Places to Stay in Washington State

Washington state has unusual places to stay that are the envy of those across the country. It may take some planning, but staying at one of these unique places will give you much more in the way of memories than another overnight at a run-of-the-mill chain motel.

My Grandfather Wrote a Moroccan Travelogue in 1920. Almost a Century Later, I Set Out to Re-create His Trip

It was October 1920 in Paris and my grandfather, a young Swiss engineer named Louis Schwob, couldn’t contain his excitement. After just a few months on the job, his boss was sending him on a fact-finding mission to build a dam on the Oum er Rbia, one of Morocco’s largest rivers. “I was a kid again, ready to embark on a fabulous and scientific Jules Verne adventure,” he wrote under the pen name Louis Dautheuil.

You Can Make Sure the Tower of London is Locked for the Night

For nearly 700 years, the semi-secret Ceremony of the Keys has shuttered the Tower of London each night. But “you won’t find many pictures or videos of what happens,” said Mark Anderson, a yeoman warder and our guide for the night. After being on a waiting list that’s usually a year long, a group was admitted at precisely 9:25 p.m. from the site’s main entrance Middle Tower. Then Mark, a Beefeater dressed in resplendent red as the overnight watchman, led visitors through the Byward Tower.

Nevada's Great Basin National Park Unfurls Rugged Vistas in the Daytime, Expansive Sky at Night

If you have never heard of Nevada’s Great Basin National Park, that’s understandable. It is the fourth least-visited national park in the continental U.S. despite having a colossal cavern and stellar dark skies. It’s so remote that the nearest commercial airport isn’t in Nevada but 240 miles away in Salt Lake City. I discovered, to my delight, that the lack of visitors — about 90,000 a year — means unspoiled campgrounds and quiet alpine trails devoid of the crowds you’ll find elsewhere in summer

The Essential Things to Know Before You Visit New York City

New York City can be an intimidating place. It’s loud, crowded, and there seems to be some kind of unwritten code of conduct that only locals can understand. But even though New Yorkers get a reputation for being the chilly “I’m-walking-here” types, we're generally a pretty nice group of people. Here, our rules for making your way around town.

Plantours Outlines Big River Cruise Expansion

Four new vessels are going to enter the fleet, and for the first time Plantours will also expand its activities to Southern Europe through the inauguration of one ship on the Douro River. All this means a significant boost for Plantours, which today operates six river vessels along with the ocean-going Hamburg, branded as 'Germany's smallest cruise vessel.'

Opening the Doors to Russia on a River Cruise

When my wife Jane and I decided to put together a trip to Russia, we were met with two reactions. “Why would you want to go there, that’s too dangerous,” or “Wow, I’ve always wanted to go to Russia.” We took a group of 18 people from Douglas County through Travel Leaders/Fly Away Travel, and ventured onto a Viking River Cruise from St. Petersburg, Russia, to Moscow, covering about a thousand miles in two weeks. But what we found was nothing like what we had envisioned.

CNN Launches

On this day in 1980, the Cable News Network, CNN, launched at 5:00 PM EST. The channel's innovations, especially its 24-hour continuous news broadcast, would set a precedent for news in the decades to come. CNN's comprehensive coverage of the Persian Gulf War was instrumental in catapulting it to the forefront of American news outlets.

Celestyal Cruises Announces Appointment of Mary Woody As Business Development Manager for the Central U.S. Region

Piraeus, Greece: Celestyal Cruises today announced the appointment of Mary Woody as Business Development Manager for the Central U.S. Region. Ms. Woody is a business development manager with more than 20 years’ experience in the cruise industry. Ms. Woody is based in Kansas City, KS, and will report to Gordon Dirker, Vice President, Business Development, Celestyal Cruises, Inc., beginning May 28, 2018.

5 Tips to Sleep Better on Your Next Trip

Getting some shut eye on a plane is a perennial challenge for travelers, but there are a few low-tech tricks that can make switching time zones and taking long haul flights a little easier. David Hamer, director of the Travel Clinic at Boston Medical Center and a professor of Global Health and Medicine at the Boston University Schools of Public Health and Medicine, shared some strategies for catching a few z’s at 30,000 feet.

Secret Europe: The 10 least-visited European countries

Leave the massive crowds of tourists behind in France or Italy, and make your next trip to one of the least-visited European countries. To compile this list of least-visited European countries, I used data from the annual UNTWO Tourism report, which tracks international tourist arrivals. Note that the organization does not have data on record for certain countries (including Belarus and Slovakia), so those nations were not taken into consideration for this story.

Why You Should Swap Reykjavik for Akureyri, Iceland's Cutest City

With a population of only 18,000, it’s remarkably calm in comparison to Reykjavik, where the relentless stream of tourists can feel overwhelming. This year, Super Break launched the first direct charter flights from the UK, which means it’s easier than ever to reach Iceland’s second city.

Bali's Top Secluded Beaches

Bali is an island in flux -- especially in the south. It's a maelstrom of construction: villas, roads, jetties, reclamation. A magnet for tourists for generations, the island welcomed over five million international visitors in 2017. So you'd expect pretty much every beach along the coast to have been colonized by sunbeds and invaded by travel groups long ago.

Airline Satisfaction is Up But We Want Better Inflight Entertainment

Satisfaction with airlines has increased for the seventh straight year, according to an annual travel survey — but passengers are still tough to please when it comes to inflight entertainment. Cheaper fares, bigger overhead bins, and investments by airlines in newer planes were some of the factors fueling the increase in customer satisfaction, according to the J.D. Power 2018 North America Airline Satisfaction Study, released Wednesday.

Disney Reveals Location of Its 'Star Wars' Hotel

Where will the Star Wars hotel be located at Walt Disney World? The company now says it’s “under development” just east of World Drive, on the south side of Disney’s Hollywood Studios theme park.

Africa's Hotel Industry is Booming - But Only In a Small Number of Markets

The hotel sector in Africa is thriving, recording a steady improvement in demand and performance, drawing financier interest, and constituting an active segment of the real-estate investment market. But as a new study from real-estate consultancy Knight Frank shows, the current supply is concentrated in a small number of markets, with several nations hosting the largest number of hotel networks.

City Regulations on Airbnb Rentals Are 'Punitive' to Ordinary People, Co-founder Says

Home-sharing platform Airbnb has been increasingly under fire from city authorities attempting to limit residential rentals through the online marketplace. Arguing in the company's defense this week, Airbnb co-founder and Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Nathan Blecharczyk told CNBC in Paris that this is largely a result of "misinformation" and hurts ordinary people.

Kayak May Have Finally Figured Out How to Take the Pain Out of Planning a Group Trip

Planning a group trip, whether it’s with friends or family, can be stressful. Kayak is trying to take some of the effort out of it with a new tool called Kayak Trip Huddle, which allows users to invite the people they'd like to join them on a trip into the planner.

Amtrak Now Offering Assigned Seating on Acela First Class

Amtrak passengers in Acela’s first class section will no longer have to fight for a prime seat. The train service is now offering assigned seating in the first class section of its Acela Express train, which operates on the popular Northeast Corridor.

Where Do Old Cruise Ships Go To Die?

On a recent four-night cruise to the Bahamas on the 2,758-passenger Carnival Victory, a lively crowd was downing neon drinks at an equally fluorescent bar in the ship’s multi-story atrium. The casino was packed and smoky. This was old-school cruising, and everyone was loving it. Most ships have an official lifespan of 30 years, the amount of time it takes for the asset to depreciate to 15 percent of its original book value. By that measure, the 18-year-old Carnival Victory has passed the theoretical prime of her life.

Navantia Grows as a Cruise Ship Repair Specialist

Cruise ship overhauls and revitalization are becoming an increasingly large business for the world’s shipyards. With the scope of the work growing as the cruise lines move to update older ships and incorporate newer amenities into their existing fleets, the Navantia Shiprepairs facility in Cadiz, Spain has emerged as one of the leaders in this specialized segment.

SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS OFFERS “SIZZLING SUMMER SAVINGS” FOR PEAK SEASON TRAVEL

Fort Lauderdale, FL (May 30, 2018) – South African Airways (SAA), the leading carrier from New York to South Africa with the only nonstop daily flight, offers “Sizzling Summer Savings” featuring the hottest fares of the summer for travel from New York (JFK) to Johannesburg, Cape Town, or Durban, South Africa. The fares start from $1,099* roundtrip (restrictions apply) and are available for purchase through June 06, 2018 for travel from June 1 to August 10, 2018.

Big Ben

Big Ben, the tower clock in St. Stephen's Tower that looks out over the Houses of Parliament in Westminster, London began keeping time on this date in 1859. Designed by Edmund Beckett Denison, the clock was completed in 1854. Five years later, the tower was finished. The name "Big Ben" is of uncertain origin. The clock is highly accurate and regulated by a stack of coins balancing and weighting the clock pendulum.

J.D. Power Rates 10 Best North American Airlines for 2018

Which airlines have the highest customer-satisfaction ratings for 2018? J.D. Power ranked 10 North American Airlines. Five were 'traditional' carriers and five were low-cost. Scroll through to see how they rated, from lowest to highest.

Singapore Airlines is Launching a 19-hour Non-stop Flight to New York

Singapore Airlines has announced plans to launch the world’s longest commercial flight from 11 October, a non-stop service from Singapore to just outside New York, which will take nearly 19 hours. The proposed route from Singapore to Newark, New Jersey, will fly approximately 16,700km and overtake the world’s longest existing flight, Qatar Airlines' Doha to Auckland route, which covers 14,500km.

5 Great Places to Visit in June

Deciding where to travel in June can be tough. School is out in many parts of the Northern Hemisphere. Families are flocking to beaches and national parks, and prices for airfare and accommodations are rising steadily with temperatures in this part of the world. It can feel like there's nowhere to turn.

This Cruise Ship's Elevators May Be Smarter Than You

In a stream of passengers boarding the new Carnival Horizon, I entered an elevator for a ride to my assigned cabin, only to become a prisoner to a lift with a brain but no buttons. The door closed quickly. Nearly a dozen of us, seemingly trapped in an elevator without controls, began rising to who knew where.

Carnival Cruise Ship Passengers Stuck For 2 Days in Tampa Port

Hundreds of passengers on a Carnival Cruise ship were supposed to be enjoying sun and fun, but instead they were kept in port in Tampa for two days. Passengers and the company say the Carnival Miracle was originally scheduled to depart Sunday and visit Belize, Honduras, Grand Cayman and Mexico. But because of “pre-emptive but necessary maintenance work,” the company said it required two extra days in port.

Etihad Airways Manager, Linda Celestino, Shares Her Top Packing Tips

She’s spent more than 35 years in the airline industry but says she only recently discovered this clothing hack that has changed the way she packs — the capsule wardrobe. Linda Celestino is the vice president of guest experience and delivery at Etihad Airways overseeing the airline’s in-flight product and service delivery for cabin crew.

10 Best Beaches in the U.S.

Each year, Steve Leatherman—also known as Dr. Beach—evaluates America's seashores based on criteria like water, safety, and sand quality. This year's list just came out, and unsurprisingly, the top ten is stacked with strips of sand in Hawaii, the Carolinas, and Florida. This gallery was originally published in May 2015. It has been updated with new information.

Amsterdam Gets Tough on Antisocial Behaviour From Tourists

Partying tourists in Amsterdam are being sent a sobering new message: antisocial behaviour will be met with on-the-spot fines. The Enjoy and Respect campaign has been launched jointly by the city’s marketing body, council, police and hospitality industries, in an effort to point out that even in a city that is all about freedom, nuisance tourism has a price.

The World's Most Beautiful Floral Hotels

If you love flowers while you travel, you don't have to go outside to enjoy nature's beautiful. Just check into one of these hotels, from Mumbai to Manhattan to Monaco, for some of the world's most elegant and opulent floral displays all year round. These 11 will dazzle you with their flowers when you stay here:

Baha Mar, The Largest Casino and Hotel Complex in the Caribbean, is Open

Baha Mar, the largest casino and retail complex in the Caribbean, is finally complete. The final of the three hotels planned for the development will welcome its first guests on June 1. Rosewood Baha Mar had its ribbon cutting last week.

10 Best Tours in Amsterdam

Knowing where to direct your steps in Amsterdam is far more complicated than just keeping an eye out for the constant onslaught of bikes: between the major museum renovations, the cutting-edge architectural innovation, and the chameleonic food scene, the city is enjoying a renaissance akin to its Golden Age glory days.

Halong Bay: A Journey Into the Dragon's Jaws

Captain Tho Pham first went out to sea when he was 14 years old. Now, he's been a junk skipper in Halong Bay for more than a decade. He knows his way through the tangle of islands that cover Halong as well as anyone alive. "Long ago, our forefathers were fighting to resist an invasion -- just one of the many we've fought off over the centuries," says Captain Tho as he guides his 55-meter junk boat between rearing limestone outcrops.

The Dedication of the Lincoln Memorial

The Lincoln Memorial was dedicated on this date in 1922. In 1867, only two years after his assassination, the US Congress authorized the Lincoln Monument Association to build a memorial to Lincoln. However, it was not until 1901 that the site was chosen. Former President and Chief Justice William Howard Taft dedicated the monument upon its completion in a ceremony attended by Robert Todd Lincoln, the surviving child of Lincoln.

15-Day Alaska Inside Passage Cruises: Unforgettable Explorations with American Cruise Lines

GUILFORD, CT—May 29, 2018—American Cruise Lines’ 2018 Alaska Season will begin on June 9th with one of the Line’s two incredible 15-day, 14-night Alaska Inside Passage cruises. This extraordinary longer itinerary is offered only twice per season and includes a rare overnight in Glacier Bay—it is an Alaska cruising experience not to be missed. Sailings are aboard American’s gorgeous 2017 ship American Constellation—the only fully stabilized small ship in Alaska this season. The Line’s 2018 Alaska Inside Passage cruises are available June 9th (Seattle–Juneau) and September 8th, 2018 (Juneau–Seattle).

May Route Roundup: Where Airlines Are Adding (or Cutting) Service

Airlines constantly tweak their schedules, trying to find profitable new routes or pulling the plug on ones that have underperformed. Airports and communities court these new services. There are dozens of changes to airline routes each month. Here's a look at some of the most interesting:

Six of the Coolest Cycling Destinations, From Madagascar to South Korea

What better way to intimately connect with a destination than from the vantage of a bicycle saddle? The relaxed pace allows you to become acutely aware of your surroundings: the scents, the sounds, the sights. While the most popular cycling havens, such as Amsterdam, France’s Loire Valley, or Copenhagen, set the gold standard for being ultra bike-friendly, there are many less-recognised but equally bike-worthy parts of the world that merit exploring.

How Planes Fly: The Secret Highways In the Sky

Every night, hundreds of planes fly in an armada across the Atlantic. It's all managed with the North Atlantic Organized Track System. CNN Travel explains how they keep safely away from other flights in these invisible highways in the sky.

On the Wild Edge of the Galaxy, This Star Wars Settlement Draws Rogues and Smugglers

Disney announced last week that Galaxy’s Edge in Orlando will open in late fall 2019. The California version will open first, in summer 2019. Galaxy’s Edge will cover about 14 acres in the park and will include two rides — one on the Millennium Falcon and the other on a star destroyer during a battle — plus a themed shop and restaurant.

11 Things That Should Be In Your Carry-On Luggage

They can save you time and hassle at the airport — and give you the smug satisfaction of an expert traveller. But some of the smartest things you’ll ever pack are inexpensive, everyday items — like a 50c pen or a $1 cup of noodles. Here are 11 items — from basic to bizarre — that Escape readers always pack in their carry-on.

Slowly But Steadily, The Travel Industry Cuts Its Ties to Disposable Plastics

The world is drowning in plastic, and the travel industry is enabling our habit. The disposable items turn up on planes (cups, stirrers, water bottles), hotels (toiletries, breakfast utensils, laundry bags) and cruise ships (straws, straws, straws). For instance, Hurtigruten uses 390,000 plastic cups and 960,000 straws on its cruises each year. A typical limited-service Marriott hotel in North America blows through 23,000 toiletry bottles annually. Last year, Alaska Airlines handed out 22 million plastic stirrers and citrus picks.

Las Vegas' New Waldorf Hopes to Minimize Disruptions During Its Transformation from Mandarin Oriental

Guests at the Mandarin Oriental Las Vegas are being assured that the August rebranding of the hotel to a Waldorf Astoria will not affect their stay. The sale of the Mandarin, which occupies prime real estate along Las Vegas Boulevard in front of Aria, to an undisclosed buyer for about $214 million was announced April 26. Mandarin Oriental officials were then told their lease on the 392-room hotel would not be renewed.

The Rainbow Mountain in Peru Looks Unreal; But You Can Actually Go Here

Vinicunca, also called Montaña de Siete Colores (Mountain of Seven Colors), is located in the Andes in the Cusco region of Peru. In order to get to the trailhead, it’s a three-hour drive from Cusco. To get to the lookout, you’ll need to hike about six miles. The trip is fairly challenging, so it’s not recommended for beginner hikers.

Summer Destinations From A to Z

No need to feel overwhelmed with the virtually infinite options for summer travel destinations and activities. Scroll through these 26 ideas -- from A to Z. As you'll see with Z, some spots are a little risqué.

Virgin Voyages: Sneak A Fun Peek At Richard Branson's New Cruise Line

In a lively recent reveal, Richard Branson's new Virgin Voyages sumptuously showcased drawings of its first of three contracted cruise ships, yet unnamed, presently being built by Fincantieri shipyard in Genoa, Italy. With a 2020 launch date, this adults-only, luxury vessel will inaugurate its coming-out-party season in Miami, sailing seven-day itineraries to the Caribbean.

GVB Seeks Input on Guam Cruise Ship Industry

The Guam Visitors Bureau has released a request for information to determine public interest and the desired direction regarding the development, management and operation of a cruise ship industry on Guam. The tourism agency plans to gather data and facts in anticipation of designing specifications for a cruise ship industry here, a news release stated.

Hot Summer Travel Trends: Millennials Are Different

This year, budgets for U.S travelers are $2,643, while average trip duration increased to 1.5 weeks. Nearly half (46%) of U.S. travelers will book their trip at least 4 months in advance, a big selling point for travel insurance companies like Generali.

The Sinking of the Empress of Ireland

The Empress of Ireland had a new captain, and it was his first voyage on the Saint Lawrence River in command of the ship carrying 1,477 passengers and crew. THe Empress departed Quebec City the afternoon of May 28 on its way for the transatlantic trip to Liverpool. At 2:00 am on May 29th, a heavy fog had settled over the water.

Seeing a City the Old-Fashioned Way: One Step at a Time

Walking tours, including self-guided walks, are enjoying a resurgence in popularity, attracting ever more travelers interested in exploring their destination in a slow, no-tech fashion: on foot.

This Is the Best Park in Every U.S. State

This summer, get yourself, your family, or even your pet outdoors and explore the hidden natural wonders in your own backyard. With the help of Yelp, MONEY has identified the best park in each of the 50 states as well as the District of Columbia, and then spelled out the costs to visit them.

Glamping USA: Stay In A Hobbit Hut, a Covered Wagon Or A Caboose

Camping doesn’t have to mean roughing it. A new wave of private campgrounds makes it easier than ever to go glamping — short for luxury or glamorous camping. Travelers can spend a night in an upscale tipi, a vintage Airstream trailer or a designer treehouse. “Everyone is looking for a way to disconnect while having a unique experience,” says Jessica Armstrong.

Sir Richard Branson: We're 'Tantalizingly Close' to Putting Tourists in Space

Planet Earth in 50 years: what might it look like? Few people, perhaps, are more qualified to provide an interesting response to this question, than Sir Richard Branson - who is far more at risk of getting lost in the future, chasing his dreams of space travel, than ever getting stuck in the muds of the past.

Madrid Takes on Airbnb

Madrid has become the latest city to confront overtourism, as the Spanish metropolis moves to drastically curb the Airbnb and homeshare listings available in the destination. Secretary for sustainable urban planning José Manuel Calvo announced the proposed regulations last week, aiming to tackle the issue of mass tourism head on.

Here's a Way to Spice Up a Trip to Europe: Add a Day Trip to a Neighboring Country

With relatively small countries and delightful public transportation, it's easy to throw a change of scenery and culture into your European itinerary. Here are some of my favorite international day trips: London to Paris, Dubrovnik to Mostar, Helsinki to Tallinn, and Tarifa to Tangier

The Next Machu Picchu? Kuelap Set to Be Peru’s Next Big Thing

The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Machu Picchu is one of the world’s most famous ancient ruins. An Incan citadel set high in the Andes Mountains firmly visited by over one million tourists each year. But overcrowding is taking its toll with an average of 5000 people a day visiting during the summer months, double the 2500 visitors recommended by UNESCO.

Ready to Get Away From It All? Try a World Cruise. Four Will Depart From Los Angeles Next Year

Southern California passengers won't have to go any farther than the Port of Los Angeles to hop on a world cruise in January. Four lines will offer the lengthy cruises, which often run more than 100 days. Two other world cruises will depart from San Francisco.

Delta Air Lines Will Fly to India (again) in 2019

Delta Air Lines will put India back on its route map. The carrier said on Thursday that it intends to resume flights to Mumbai in 2019, though it did not offer a specific start date or route plan. Those details will come later this year, Delta said. Delta said recent talks between the U.S. and the Middle East nations of Qatar and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) allowed it to again consider India flights.

Leave It to Richard Branson to Create Cruise Ships Like None You've Seen Before

Virgin is headed to the open seas. Virgin Voyages, the upcoming cruise line from Richard Branson, has unveiled a “shiptease” with information about the much-anticipated vessels. The cruise line will launch with three ships, each with a capacity of 2,700 passengers, expected to set sail in 2020. Production costs are currently estimated to be around $2 billion.

United Is Building Private Terminals for High-paying Passengers

Imagine having an airport terminal all to yourself. It can actually happen — if you’re willing to pay for the privilege. United Airlines has announced plans to build a Private Suite terminal for high-paying business class passengers at Los Angeles International Airport who want nothing more than to avoid the huge crowds for a totally elite travel experience.

Why Innovation Starts With the Travel Experienc

As an industry representing 10% of jobs globally and on track to reach $1.5 trillion in gross bookings by 2020, the travel market is one that’s ripe for innovation and disruption. But in order to shape the future of travel, brands in the space - from startups to long-established players - need to take a step back and start by focusing on the travel experience, says Rashesh Jethi

The Constitutional Convention Convenes

On May 25th, 1787 the Philadelphia Convention convened with delegates from each of the states. The problems arising under the Articles of Confederation were pressing the new nation. Many of the delegates, notably James Madison, intended that the Articles of Confederation be scrapped in favor of a new system of government.

PERILLO INVITES BACHELORS TO “LA DOLCE VITA” BEFORE HEADING DOWN THE AISLE

WOODCLIFF LAKE, NJ (May 1, 2018) - Grooms (and groomsmen) tired of the same old stag party can skip the cliché traditions with Perillo’s Learning Journeys’ new “La Dolce Vita” Ultimate Bachelor Party package. From test driving a Ferrari in Florence to wine tasting in the hills of Chianti, the four-night Tuscan getaway is filled with unforgettable experiences to help the groom-to-be say “arrivederci” to his single days.

6 Tips to Book the Best Hotel for You

Travelers today are spoiled for choice when it comes to booking a hotel, said Jeffrey Sirota, senior director of leisure operations for Protravel International. “Hotels are increasingly opening all over the world at such a fast clip that the choices can be overwhelming.” But how do you wade through the options and find the best one for you?

These Strikes and Engineering Works Could Wreck Your Bank Holiday Travel Plans

Record high temperatures for the bank holiday weekend could trigger record numbers of people on the move. But after a dismal start to the week for rail and air passengers, travel disruption is set to intensify.

The Perfect Islands Where Horses Play In the Surf

Mozambique's coastline stretches about 2,470 kilometers along the warm waters of the Indian Ocean, and most of its beaches remain in pristine condition without hordes of tourists or tacky boardwalks. But even in a country blessed with immense natural beauty, the Bazaruto Archipelago, a group of six islands off the coast of Vilankulo, are a standout destination.

Disney Announces When New Star Wars-Themed Land Will Open

Disney announced new details about the highly anticipated upcoming Star Wars land, calledStar Wars: Galaxy Edge, which will open in California and Florida. The new expansion is expected to open in summer 2019 at Disneyland Resort and in late fall 2019 at Walt Disney World Resort, the company announced. The new world is roughly 14 acres and under construction at both parks.

Maui's Kapalua Bay Beach Tops Dr. Beach's Best Beach List

A crescent-shaped beach on the Hawaiian island of Maui got the top slot Thursday on the list of best beaches issued annually by a Florida professor known as Dr. Beach. Kapalua Bay Beach topped the list released by Stephen Leatherman, a coastal science professor at Florida International University in Miami.

A Wider, Deeper Beach Awaits Ocean City Vacationers, But Is It Safe?

Vacationers returning to Ocean City this weekend could notice deeper, wider beaches, the product of a $282 million sand dredging project that protects the resort town from storm damage. But the work also raises concerns about surf injuries and swimmer safety. Over the winter, the U.S. Army Corps

Royal Caribbean Ship Gets First New Sky Pad Attraction

Royal Caribbean’s new bungee-jumping, trampolining, virtual reality attraction has made its debut on Independence of the Seas. The feature was installed on the top deck during a dry dock for the 3,858-passenger ship that will spend the summer based in Southampton, England before returning to Fort Lauderdale in November.

Norwegian Air Now Lets You Book Flights Based on Temperature

Just in time for summer vacation, Norwegian Air has launched a brilliant travel hack—a map that allows you to plan your trips around the weather. Yes, really. The interactive tool lets would-be fliers choose from more than 40 of Norwegian's destinations—Dubai, Stockholm, Newark, and Singapore are all in the mix—and, with a few simple clicks, find the best time to go based on the forecast. All you have to do is figure out if you're gunning for a warm beach or uh, skiing. There are options for both.

Another Thing Your DNA Can Tell You: Where You Might Go On Your Next Vacation

If you’re interested in finding out more about your ancestral homeland, a DNA hook can make your next vacation more meaningful. But if you take one of the commercially available DNA tests from Ancestry.com or 23andme.com, they can be maddening.

Hong Kong Walking Guide: Exploring the Sham Shui Po District

Traditional industry, bargain electronics, hipster wares and some of the city’s best bites make Sham Shui Po an essential Hong Kong stop-off. Sham Shui Po has long been a working-class district of Hong Kong. This humble area hides an intriguing press of markets, shops, stalls, eateries – and, inevitably, a touch of hipster resurgence.

Hotel's New Dog In Residence Program Looks to Boost Adoption

As visitors go, Mavis the Shih Tzu mix is lower-maintenance than most. A bowl of water, a fluffy bed and some well-chewed toys, and Mavis was the life of the party Wednesday as she was introduced to a crowd of admirers in an Orlando hotel lobby.

China Will Someday Be the Largest Cruise Market in the World, Carnival Corp CEO Says

From the deck of the Carnival Horizon, docked at New York City's Pier 88, Carnival Corp. CEO Arnold Donald told CNBC that, eventually, his cruise line's U.S. business would shy in comparison to China. "China, someday, will be the largest cruise market in the world," the CEO told "Mad Money" host Jim Cramer on Wednesday. "It's in their five-year plan, so if cruising is in their five-year plan, ... they're going to make it happen."

Peter Minuit Buys Manhattan

Peter Minuit was the Director-General of the Dutch New World colony of New Netherland. Seeking to claim a legitimate title to the land the colony desired to rule, Minuit entered into negotiations with the local Native Americans. Minuit purchased the island of Manhattan on May 24, 1626 for 60 guilders and a collection of European handicrafts and ornaments.

Weird and Wonderful Architecture Around the World

Amazing Architecture: A Spotter's Guide, a new guidebook from Lonely Planet, goes deep inside some of the world's most famous buildings, with maps, stats and facts about the Sydney Opera House, New York's Chrysler Building and many other popular landmarks. The book also spotlights quirky and whimsical architecture around the world.

The 20 Top Trending U.S. Beach Destinations on Pinterest

Pinterest is perhaps best known for its active communities around interior design and fashion, but travel has become one of its most popular categories. This makes it the popular social site a great guide for what the travelers are interested in at any given time. USA TODAY asked Pinterest to identify hot beach destinations based on where users are posting photos from.

This is What It's Like to Go White Water Rafting in Ecuador

“The river’s high,” said Tim Dent, Irish owner of River People rafting. “Sometimes it’s class 3 to class 4. Today it’s all class 4.” Some 38km of Ecuador’s Jondachi and Hollin lay ahead, two of the world’s best white water rafting rivers. Notorious for fluctuations in level, after the previous night’s storm these powerful, rain-fed tributaries of the Rio Napo were in full flow. It was going to be a memorable ride.

We've Ruined Venice - So is a Weekend in Dundee the Answer?

If somebody had been living in a cave for their entire life and had never seen Europe before, where would you send them to show off the very best of the Continent? A bottle of wine on the steps of the Sacré-Cœur at sunset? A river cruise down the Danube? Witnessing the call to prayer erupt over Istanbul? A weekend break in Dundee?

Vietnam by Planes, Trains, Automobiles...and Then Some

If a Harley Davidson is said to throb to the rhythm of the human heartbeat, then the guttural barking of a classic Russian Ural motorbike is probably what a coronary feels like. The analogy came to mind as I rattled through the clogged arteries of Hanoi's Old Quarter in the sidecar of a 50-year-old Iron Curtain motorbike.

What's New at Theme Parks: Wonder Woman Coaster, Pixar Pier

Orlando, Florida, doesn’t have a lock on theme park news this summer. Sure, Toy Story Land at Disney World and a new “Fast & Furious” attraction at Universal Orlando will be getting attention. But there are lots of other exciting openings around the country. Fans of Wonder Woman can ride the first coaster named for her, Wonder Woman Golden Lasso Coaster, at Six Flags Fiesta Texas in San Antonio.

Cruise Control: How to Save Money While You’re Waiting to Board

Standing at the far end of the wharf watching the ship you’re meant to be aboard steaming towards the horizon on the first day of a voyage is something every cruise passenger fears. Keen to avoid missing-the-boat dramas, travel agents and cruise companies recommend arriving at the embarkation city a couple of days early, especially when international travel is involved, to allow for delays and disruptions to happen long before affecting the boarding process.

American Airlines Also Tightening Rules On Emotional Support Animals, It Explains On Its Podcast

merican Airlines has joined United and Delta in tightening restrictions on emotional support animals in the cabin. Its new rules were issued earlier this month and discussed on the airline’s “Tell Me Why” podcast. The changes ban, among other animals, goats, insects, reptiles, snakes, spiders and sugar gliders, which are tiny marsupials that are considered exotic pets.

U.S. Cities and Towns Rich in Memorial Day Tradition

Memorial Day, also known as Decoration Day, didn't become an official federal holiday until 1971. But the holiday's ancestry can be traced to the Civil War, when various towns began decorating fallen soldiers' gravesites. The memorials were scattered, and the birthplace of the tradition is unclear. The Department of Veterans Affairs says dozens of towns now lay claim to being the primary source of the holiday.

Hilton's New Plan Will Help the Planet - and Could Help You Earn Extra Rewards

Hilton is looking at new ways to become a major player when it comes to reducing environmental impact and promoting human rights programs across the globe. By 2030, the brand plans to cut its environmental footprint across its more than 5,300 properties in half, becoming the world’s first major hotel chain to implement science-based targets.

Disney Cruise Line Just Announced New Cruises for 2019

It’s not too early to start planning a Disney cruise for fall 2019. Disney Cruise Line just announced its new cruise itineraries and sail dates for October, November, and December of next year. The lineup promises exciting excursions to island locales, coastal destinations, and jaw-dropping scenery, including the Caribbean, the Bahamas, Baja, the Mexican Riviera, Bermuda, Canada, and the Panama Canal.

Tweens: The Hardest Hotel Customers to Please

Hotels are trying to crack one of the trickiest riddles in the business: How do you keep a tween happy? Children in that awkward age between 8 and 12 can be a headache for hotels. They flee at the sight of 5-year-olds coloring. Yet they may be too young to wander around a resort alone or to take part in the growing number of teen-oriented activities at hotels like dance parties. And their presence is likely to chase the teens away anyway. Now, hotels are coming up with new ways that they hope will engage tweens

The Deaths of Bonnie and Clyde

Bonnie Elizabeth Parker and Clyde Barrow, better known as "Bonnie and Clyde" share the same date of death: May 23, 1934. On that day, the notorious outlaws were ambushed and killed by Texas and Louisiana law enforcement in Bienville Parish, Louisiana. The two lovers criss-crossed the Central and Southern United States during the Great Depression robbing banks and gas stations with a small gang of relatives and others.

Five Things to Love About Norwegian Cruise Line's New Norwegian Bliss

Cruise fans are buzzing about Norwegian Cruise Line's newest ship, the 4,004-passenger Norwegian Bliss, and for good reason. Scheduled to be christened later this month in Seattle, the Miami-based cruise operator's largest vessel ever ranks among the most activity-packed ships at sea, with a wide array of eateries, bars, nightspots and deck-top amusements.

This New Airline Seat Could Make Flying Incredible for Tall People

A new airline seat aimed at making flying more comfortable for tall people has been developed by a London-based design company. The PearsonLloyd Eco Seat, named after the company behind it, has a removable headrest with a central spine and neck running through the back of the chair. This maximises personal space for those in Economy, the company says, letting passengers put their knees either side of the spine and recline further in the seat without imposing on neighbouring travellers.

19 Amazing Things You Didn't Know About Namibia

The name ‘Namib’ translates as “vast place”, which is apt given that Namibia is one of the least crowded destinations on the planet. Only Greenland, the Falkland Islands, Mongolia and Western Sahara (in that order) have fewer people per square kilometre.

Inside Bangkok's New Death Cafe

Could you pass the coffin test? Take off your shoes, climb into a Buddhist coffin and relax on your back on soft padding as a wooden lid slides over you. Now stay inside for three very dark minutes.

Disney World Pictures From 1972: What the Magic Kingdom Looked Like After 6 Months

Disney World pictures from 1972 were not what I expected to find when I started going through my grandmother’s boxes of old Kodak Ektachrome slides. But there they were: pictures of the Magic Kingdom’s still brand-new Cinderella Castle, the gleaming monorail and even an appearance by Snow White. How did I end up with my personal Disney time machine?

Alaska Airlines Ditches Plastic Straws on All Flights

Your sipping habits at 33,000 feet are about to get a makeover: Today, Alaska Airlines became the first U.S. airline to ban single-use plastic straws and citrus picks in its lounges and on all flights starting July 16. The airline will replace the plastic utensils with Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)-certified, white birch stir sticks and a bamboo alternative for the citrus picks; non-plastic, marine-safe straws will be available upon request. The airline has partnered with Seattle nonprofit Lonely Whale on the initiative.

'Dynamic' Dundee Earns Place on Lonely Planet's Best in Europe 2018 Hotlist

The “thriving, creative” city of Dundee has been rated as one of the best places in Europe to visit this year by Lonely Planet. The travel guide publisher has attempted to tackle the issue of overtourism in its annual holiday hotlist, by highlighting lesser-visited destinations across the continent.

10 Wildlife Trips Where You Can Get Up Close With the World's Coolest Animals

Just as humans gather for festivals every year, animals congregate around the world to put on impressive shows. And it’s easy to get where the wild things are if you know when and where to go. Migration and calving patterns make for some of the most breathtaking natural shows on the planet. What can compare to the sight of whales breaching just a few feet away from your boat or watching a baby gazelle wobble across the plains?

Colorful Destinations Around the World

Lavender paints a field purple in Provence, France. The apex of the Dome of the Rock shrine glints gold in Jerusalem, Israel. The red rocks of Sedona, Arizona, jut into a boundless blue sky. Color makes us stop short in our journeys, compelling us to linger, gawk, and—long after we’ve returned home—remember a destination.

Gilded Age Grand Dame: The Copley Square Hotel And The Fad For Japan

A stay in a historic hotel is always more than just a bed for a few nights. It's a history lesson and a time travel machine all wrapped up in one. Guests at Boston's legendary Copley Square Hotel have the spirits of Ella Fitzgerald, Babe Ruth, Billie Holiday and President William McKinley as companions, along with the fact that it is the city's second oldest hotel (built in 1891).

How Our Hotel Chain Uses Data to Find Problems and Humans to Fix Them

At Dorchester Collection of ultra-luxury hotels, we use big data and analytics to help us improve our guest offerings and marketing. Our tool, Metis, analyzes data from online reviews and social media to uncover problems and opportunities. But, as the Dorchester Collection’s director of global guest experience and innovation, I’ve discovered that often the data can only tell you where there’s a problem, not why it exists, or how to fix it. That requires human intervention.

The Gigantic Cruise Ships Taking Over the Seas

When Symphony of the Seas, an 18-deck cruise ship measuring longer than a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, sailed out of port for the very first time this April, it smashed yet another size record in the cruise industry. But the current largest passenger ship in the world is hardly one of a kind.

Aer Lingus is Founded

On May 22, 1935, Aer Lingus was founded as the flag carrier of Ireland. In Gaelic, Aer Loingeas means "Air Fleet" - the term was anglicized to name the airline. Established as the national carrier owned by the government, the airline today is owned 25% by the government of Ireland and 29% by Ryan Air, with the balance owned by the public on the stock exchanges. It employs more than 4,000 people and is a member of the OneWorld Alliance.

Lufthansa Shows Off New Airbus A350 at Vancouver International

Lufthansa gave press an inside look at its Airbus A350-900 in early May, as the airline made this British Columbia city its latest destination to be served by the jet. Lufthansa currently flies eight of the long-haul, widebody aircraft, with a total of 25 on order. The first was delivered in December 2016.

Slovenia's Soča Valley is straight out of Narnia

Winding around the forested hillsides of western Slovenia, we have the roads all to ourselves – a good thing, since we keep stopping abruptly to admire the views. A dramatic valley stretches below and the Julian Alps rise in the distance. In the centre of the scene, the Soča River swirls through the valley, so icy blue it gives me goosebumps.

How Old-Fashioned Madeira is Reinventing Itself as Europe's Adventure Capital

Buffeted by wind, the plane banked sharply above the Atlantic, filling my window with blue swell and white horses. We straightened but still rocked side to side. The runway ahead stood on struts in the ocean, exposed and precarious. It was like landing on a trestle table.

The Best Things To Do in Puerto Escondido, Mexico

Despite being a firm favorite with surfers and backpackers, Puerto Escondido, on the Oaxacan coast of southern Mexico, has remained under the mainstream tourism radar for years. The lack of big resort hotels, which is part of its appeal, probably has something to do with this, as well as that there are no direct flights from the United States or Canada.

Virgin Promised Its Ships Will Be Unlike Any Other Cruise - Here Are the First Images

Virgin Voyages, the forthcoming cruise line from business magnate Richard Branson, has promised its future guests that it will be unlike anything the cruise industry has ever seen. In a set of renderings released Wednesday, Virgin unveiled what that may look like. Hint: There is a lot of lounging.

Los Angeles for Tourists: Hollywood, Beaches - and Pot?

Recreational marijuana sales became legal in California this year, and the industry is targeting tourists as well as locals, with tours, shops, lodging and ads. “Just seconds from LAX,” says an ad for the MedMen chain.

Dr Seuss, Waterworks, and Family Fun on Carnival Horizon Cruise

She’s big, bold and brash, home to the first Dr Seuss waterworks fun park and a two-lane bike ride in the sky, plus there’s smashed avocado on toast and good coffee. Welcome to Carnival Horizon, the latest blockbuster on the new ship circuit that’s joined Carnival Corporation’s global fleet of more than 100 ships across nine cruise brands.

Passenger Jet Crashes Near Havana With at Least 110 Aboard

A Cuban-operated airliner with at least 110 people on board crashed into a yucca field just after takeoff from Havana's international airport on Friday. There appeared to be mass casualties as Cuban officials said three people had survived, but had yet to give an official toll.

This New York Hotel Offers Zen-Like Tranquillity Just Five Minutes From Times Square

In a nutshell: This luxury hotel – nestled down a quiet street barely 10 minutes’ walk from Times Square – oozes old-fashioned glamour yet boasts all the modern touches you could ask for

The World's Most Exclusive Hotels

There's a special breed of hotels that cater to the most discerning and tasteful of luxury travelers, so profoundly unforgettable and special you want to keep them all to yourself. Set apart by their location, sheer luxury, history or venerability -- and in many cases, all of the above -- we've handpicked 25 of the world's most exclusive hotels where you can stay:

Hundreds of Flights Cancelled as French Air-Traffic Controllers Go on Strike

Hundreds of flights have been cancelled as French air-traffic controllers join a national strike by public sector workers in France. The USAC-CGT union said its members would strike from Monday evening to Wednesday morning “for the defence of public service,” adding: “We must resist the erosion of human rights.”

Carnival Australia President, Sture Myrmell, Shares His Top Packing Hacks

During a career spanning almost 25 years – including the past 10 at P&O Cruises Australia – Sture Myrmell has carved out a niche as one of the most experienced execs in the industry. Now in the top job of Carnival Australia president, Sture’s job sees him take about 30 flights a year to a dozen or so countries – alongside plenty of cruises, of course.

The Founding of the American Red Cross

On this day in 1881, Clara Barton founded the American Red Cross. A school teacher during the American Civil War, Barton traveled to Europe and there saw the work of the International Red Cross during the Franco-Prussian War. Upon her return, Barton began the process of generating the necessary financial and political support for the new organization. She met resistance despite the experience of the country during the Civil War.

Eating and Drinking Your Way Through A Trip, and Learning Something in the Process

From Texas to Turkey, food is a point of differentiation for many destinations and, according to the United Nation’s World Tourism Organization, has helped drive tourism to rural regions, giving often needy areas new income to supplement agriculture.

TSA Keeps List of Combative Travelers As Warning for Checkpoint Officers

The Transportation Security Administration keeps a list of travelers who have assaulted officers at airport checkpoints in the past, officials told a House hearing Thursday. The list has fewer than 50 names on it, according to Darby LaJoye, TSA’s assistant administrator for security operations.

The Funniest Reasons Passengers Have Been Kicked Off Flights

An American Airlines passenger flying first class was removed from the flight after attempting to get the drinks in for his pals in economy. The man had already made a number of requests for alcoholic drinks on behalf of his friends prior to the plane taking off, but was informed that he was only allowed to order one drink at a time. The man then insisted that the second drink was for his neighbour, before being observed attempting to take both drinks into economy.

Honeymoon Destinations - the Most Luxurious Hotels for Newlyweds

There’s nothing like the thundering 21-gun salute of a royal wedding to signal the start of the summer nuptials season. Prince Harry is set to marry Meghan Markle next Saturday in what is expected to be a peony-strewn pageant featuring silver-plated trumpets and an elderflower wedding cake. But in a surprise move, Harry and Meghan will delay their honeymoon until later in the year and return to work within days of their wedding.

Travel Industry Takes Another Look at 'All Inclusive' and Begins to Accommodate Special-Needs Guests

Henry is on the autism spectrum. Families like his — often round-the-clock caregivers under constant stress — really need vacations. But the limitations of behavioral or physical disabilities make that much, much harder for them than it is for other people.

A Guide to Melania Trump's Slovenia Hometown

It may have brightly painted walls and leafy gardens, but Savo Kladnik Elementary School is unlikely to be on anyone's must-visit travel list. Or at least that was the case until November 2016, when a certain former pupil -- Melania Trump -- was revealed as the next first lady of the United States.

Take a 'Slothie' at Wild Florida

Up to 10 guests enter the sloths’ enclosure during each encounter. If you’re lucky, you’ll also get the bonus of an interaction with the iguana that resides with the sloths. During my encounter with Ari, the female sloth, she was happy to entertain her guests, while Guy, the male sloth, preferred his resting spot inside a ceramic pot.

The World's Most Underrated Wine Regions

While researching his fascinating new book, Godforsaken Grapes: A Slightly Tipsy Journey Through the World of Strange, Obscure, and Underappreciated Wine (Abrams), drinks expert Jason Wilson set out to try a good share of the world’s nearly 1,400 types of wine grapes you haven’t heard of—a quest that took him to these regions you probably don’t know but definitely should.

Talking Up Travel Industry 'Chatbots'

Travel chatbots are having a moment. It’s about time. After a few false starts, these automated programs that answer basic questions, find deals or secure refunds are slowly coming into their own. And they might be worth trying.

The Best Way to Tour the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, and Switzerland Is by Boat

That said, where Crystal really stands out from the competition is on the ship. After a long day in port, the first thing that greets you on the third deck of the Bach is a charming café offering French-press coffee and shaken Zotter hot chocolate—not to mention apple strudels and sandwiches.

Discover Moscow's Colorful Cathedrals and Striking Palaces

Even those who’ve never been to Moscow recognize the colorful domes of St. Basil’s Cathedral, which sits on Red Square below the ramparts of the Kremlin. The Kremlin’s tower-studded, walled complex of domed cathedrals and palaces, which dates to 1156 but occupies a site used for far longer, was the religious center of the Russian Orthodox Church and also the residence of the tsars.

New Dubai Cruise Terminal Planned

The UAE is expanding its tourism sector with plans for a new cruise terminal in Dubai approved by the government this week. The Dubai Cruise Terminal will become Carnival Corporation’s primary hub for its homeporting and transit operations in the region, and Carnival Corporation has signed a deal with local developer Meraas aimed at developing the city into a major regional maritime tourism hub.

AI to Airports' Rescue: Business Travel News

More than 75 percent of travelers would use biometrics if it streamlined their travel experiences, according to a December/January OAG survey of 2,164 U.S. travelers. Only one-third of them were business travelers, but business travelers have skin in the game regardless. Below are more traveler sentiments about how artificial intelligence can save the airport experience.

The Eruption of Mount St. Helens

Mount Saint Helens had been largely quiet since the late 1850's. Some minor explosions occurred in the early part of the 20th century, but were quickly forgotten by all but a few scientists. However, a two month series of seismic episodes in 1980 caused concern that the mountain was becoming highly active. On May 18, 1980, Mount St. Helens exploded in a spectacular and devastating eruption that killed 57 people

How to Hire a Quality Private Tour Guide

For many travelers, hiring a private tour guide is a luxury. But with an informed approach, it’s an expense that’s often worth the cost. “With a good guide, you will learn and see things that you would never find in a book or online,” said Emma Guest-Consales, vice president of the Guides Association of New York City (G.A.N.Y.C.) and a private tour guide.

Baby Zoo Animals Born in Spring 2018

These adorable baby animals were born in zoos and wildlife parks throughout the USA since February, and all make their mothers (and keepers) proud. Browse through the gallery above and get ready for some cuteness overload, then make plans to visit these cute tykes, as most should be ready for viewing over the summer.

10 of the Most Romantic Destinations to Get Married

If all the talk of the royal wedding has got you dreaming of your own big day, cast your eye over our suggestions of some of the globe’s most romantic wedding destinations. Feast your eyes on our pick of the most dreamy places to get hitched

The Best Things to Do in Puerto Escondido, Mexico

Despite being a firm favorite with surfers and backpackers, Puerto Escondido, on the Oaxacan coast of southern Mexico, has remained under the mainstream tourism radar for years. The lack of big resort hotels, which is part of its appeal, probably has something to do with this, as well as that there are no direct flights from the United States or Canada.

How Does Carnival Track Its Cruise Ships? New High-Tech Center Relies on Big Data

When Hurricane Irma struck last September, 16 of Carnival's cruise ships were sailing the Caribbean. The Carnival team scrambled to reroute ships, rebook passengers embarking or debarking, and set up new port calls out of harm's way.

WOW Air Will Soon Offer Flights From Baltimore to India

WOW Air will begin offering flights from Baltimore/Washington International Airport and eight other airports to Delhi, India, at the end of the year. The flights — routed through Iceland, where the low-cost airline is based — will begin Dec. 5 to Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi.

An Australian’s Guide to British Culture Shock

Despite cheerful jabs about Poms and criminals, Australian-British relations are usually considered pretty affectionate. Every couple of years we like to remind ourselves of our close ties: when the Commonwealth Games are on, maybe, or every time there’s a new something Royal — baby, wedding, stamp.

Report: Disney Cruise Line Has Eye On 2nd Private Bahamas Destination

As Disney Cruise Line prepares to grow its fleet from four to seven ships, a report out of the Bahamas confirms the line is interested in developing a second private destination there.

At Qantas's New Lounge, Yoga and Outdoor BBQs Prepare You for the Long-Haul

If passenger comfort is the goal of any airline lounge, Qantas, as they would say in Oz, is smashing it. The Australian carrier, whose Perth to London route is currently the world's longest, focused its newest lounge, which opened last month in Perth International, on making that 17-hour-and-15-minute flight as relaxing as possible.

The Best Public Transport in Hong Kong: From Double-Decker Ferries to Funiculars

In Hong Kong, there’s always a luxe way to get around. You could go all-out by chartering a superyacht, or hopping on a helicopter tour of the harbour. But some of the best rides in town are true bargains that show off the city’s hidden corners and famous sights. Grab an Octopus card ­– that’s the local version of London’s Oyster card – and embark on a series of unforgettable public transport journeys across Hong Kong.

24 of the Most Scenic Places to Camp in the United States

Take a road trip from coast to coast, and you’ll find beautiful sights in every state in the U.S. One of the best things about traveling around the U.S. is that there are so many great places to camp. Nature lovers can enjoy the fresh air, glorious mountains, and clear lakes and streams during a weekend (or longer) camping trip.

Las Vegas' Mandarin Oriental to Become Waldorf Astoria in August

The 392-room Mandarin Oriental on the Las Vegas Strip will become a Waldorf Astoria in August, according to a news release from Hilton, which includes the Waldorf under its brands. Hilton's release said it planned to "reimagine and renovate the hotel with brand touches and improvements." Hotel Management reported that "a $50-million renovation will accompany the change."

Brown v. Board of Education

On this day in 1954, the United States Supreme Court handed down the decision in the landmark case of Brown v. Board of Education. Earlier case law as set out in Plessy v. Ferguson, decided in 1896, had declared that separate schools for white students and black students were constitutional if the schools were "separate but equal". The effect of Brown v. Board of Education was to overturn Plessy v. Ferguson, stating that "separate educational facilities are inherently unequal."

Want to See the Wild Side of Cuba? Try a Kayak

The indelible view from a trip on the country’s bays and lagoons: Turquoise green waters, red mangroves and vibrant flamingos. Moments like these are still rare for most Americans traveling to Cuba. Visitors coming from the United States are much more likely to be on the hunt for a polished-to-perfection pink ’56 Chevy cruising the streets of Havana than a flock of flamingos in an isolated lagoon.

Summer's on Sale at Luxurious Caribbean Resorts

More often adored for cold weather lures rather than hot weather tours, a summer vacation in the Caribbean is easier on the wallet and a great way to audition an island before spending the big bucks for a winter vacation. There’s no shortage of beach chairs, the best seats in the house are waiting at top-notch restaurants and hotels are dishing up deals.

How to Spend a Weekend in Vientiane

In many ways, Vientiane is the least Southeast Asian of all the Southeast Asian capitals. Laos’ first city stretches along the eastern bank of the Mekong where it forms the border with Thailand, a peaceful treasure trove of French bakeries and Buddhist stupas, wine cellars and night markets.

The Worst Mistakes Telegraph Travel Experts Have Made on Holiday

Experience permeates the very being of the Telegraph Travel team. Between us, we’ve seen the world twice over, taken all roads high and low and explored corners and cultures few could even name, before relaying the essence of our days in a manner designed to inspire and inform.

The Perfect Islands Where Horses Play In the Surf

Mozambique's coastline stretches about 2,470 kilometers along the warm waters of the Indian Ocean, and most of its beaches remain in pristine condition without hordes of tourists or tacky boardwalks. But even in a country blessed with immense natural beauty, the Bazaruto Archipelago, a group of six islands off the coast of Vilankulo, are a standout destination.

The Battle for Bruges: Rival Tour Guides Fight for Tourists' Cash

Tourists seeking a peaceful and historical city break have long been drawn to the beautiful cobbled streets of Bruges. But recent arrivals to the beautiful Belgian city may have had the tranquility shattered by incongruously ugly clashes between rival groups of tour guides battling for their cash.

As More Support Animals Try to Fly, American Airlines Says Leave the Goats at Home

Leave your service insect, hedgehog or goat at home. These are the animals now also restricted from flying as support animals aboard American Airlines flights per the airline's latest animal restrictions. The country's largest airline, which has a major hub in Miami, released its new policy Monday detailing stricter rules for flying with a furry emotional support companion. The changes will take effect July 1.

Seattle Beyond the Space Needle: Pick an Itinerary and Explore This Summer

Whether you’ve lived your whole life in the area or are just visiting, this guide takes you beyond the downtown Seattle core and its well-known touristy hits and into the neighborhoods for some real local fun.

Official: Lyft Drivers at Disney World Can Join Union

The drivers are summoned by a Lyft app. They are expected to entertain with storytelling as they whisk passengers around Walt Disney World in what are known as “Minnie Vans,” named after Minnie Mouse. And now these drivers can be represented by a union.

To Steal or Not to Steal? What You Can and Can’t Take From Hotel Rooms

Confronted with the array of potential freebies, a sudden attack of kleptomania can hit even those of us equipped with the most well adjusted of moral compasses. But where do you draw the line? What is theft, and what are hotel managers expecting you to pocket? Read on for expert advice on what you can and can’t steal.

How to Pick the Right Cruise Cabin For You

Whether you’re a first-timer, an old hand cruise hound, or just a picky punter, the variety of cruise cabin categories and locations on-board can leave even the most experienced traveller scratching their head. But fear not, we’ve done the hard work for you – read on for expert top tips and tricks for selecting a stateroom that ticks your boxes.

Hawaii Volcano: Kilauea Eruption Disrupts Cruises to Big Island

The recently intensified eruption of the Kilauea volcano on Hawaii's Big Island has disrupted another Hawaiian Island cruise. Norwegian Cruise Line's Hawaii-based Pride of America on Tuesday skipped a call at the Big Island port of Hilo, which is just 43 miles from the now-mostly-closed national park that encompasses the volcano. The 2,186-passenger ship instead remained at sea.

The First Academy Awards

On Tuesday, May 16th, 1929, Hollywood celebrated the first Academy Awards ceremony at the Hotel Roosevelt in Hollywood. Actor Douglas Fairbanks and director William C. DeMille hosted the event. Unlike today's ceremony, the first winners of the awards had been announced three month's prior to the event.

Travel Show Marketing Group Announces Strategic Partnership with Professional Travel Agents of North America

Travel Show Marketing Group(TSMG), producers of the highly acclaimed Travel Agent Forums, today announced a partnership with Professional Travel Agents of North America(PTANA). Jim Cloonan, President of TSMG, commented, "With like-minded goals of driving professional growth and education within the travel agency distribution channel, we recognized there are tremendous synergies between our organizations, making this partnership with PTANA a no-brainer.

A Guide to Biarritz, a Scenic Surfer’s Paradise

Few resort towns have as glittering a history as Biarritz. Less than 20 miles north of the Spanish border on France’s sweeping Atlantic coast, the once quaint fishing village became a haven for the 19th-century elite when Napoleon III and his wife, Eugénie de Montijo, chose a sandy bluff overlooking the town’s two golden beaches as the site for their new summer home, Villa Eugénie, in 1854.

Hotel Front Desk Secrets: 9 Ways to Improve Your Stay

Ever wondered what the person at the front desk is really thinking when checking you into a hotel? I spoke with half a dozen current and former hotel front desk staffers who shared their pet peeves, offered insider advice, and revealed how (and how not) to get an upgrade. Below are nine important things to know.

This is What It's Like to Visit Saudi Arabia as a Woman

There’s nothing like the prospect of missing breakfast to give you the courage to flout Saudi Arabia’s strict dress codes for women. It was 10.30am and time was ticking on the hotel buffet’s opening hours, but my abaya – the long black robe women are obliged to wear in public – still hadn’t been delivered.

Buenos Aires Travel: Argentina's Capital is a Seductive Pleasure

What’s it like to conquer Buenos Aires in 60 hours? Picture sitting down to a nine-course meal, complete with wine pairings, and being told that you have 15 minutes to consume it all before a cranky waiter clears the table and shoos you out of the restaurant. This was my challenge in Argentina’s capital and South America’s second-largest city.

Clubbing with Tank and the Bangas in NOLA

Born and raised in New Orleans, Ball is the ebullient front woman for Tank and the Bangas, a band that earned global attention after winning NPR's 2017 Tiny Desk Contest, beating out more than 6,000 competitors. "This band combines R&B with hip-hop's poetry and rollercoaster storytelling, with a flair and alchemy that could only come from New Orleans," wrote Bob Boilen, host of NPR's "All Songs Considered."

10 Best Last-Minute Memorial Day Getaways

This Memorial Day, take advantage of the long weekend and burn some of those vacation days. Across the country (and yes, even the continent), these ten cities have some of the best Memorial Day weekend travel deals—think the cheapest hotel rooms, most affordable flights, and best events.

The Race for Faster WiFi on Board Cruise Ships

Top cruise liners are currently competing to offer the best high-speed internet connection to their guests who view on-board surfing a key necessity. But with connectivity at sea still patchy and expensive, who are the current leaders in speedy WiFi?

Carnival Developing Cruise Terminal in Dubai

Carnival Corporation has signed a strategic partnership with Dubai-based holding company Meraas to develop the Dubai Cruise Terminal. Set to open in October 2020, the terminal will serve as the main hub for cruise tourism in Dubai and will become Carnival Corporation’s primary hub for its homeporting and transit operations in the region.

How to Pack Lighter, Smarter, and Faster, According to T+L Editors

No matter the length of the trip — be it a weekend beach getaway or a three-week Himalayan trek — you'll need to pack a bag, and you’ll want to pack it right. There’s a lot to consider when determining what to bring: the type and length of your trip, your itinerary, the weather, the size of your luggage, and any weight limits imposed by your mode of transportation.

How To Avoid 8 Travel Scams That Are Costing You Serious Money

With 500 online hotel bookings happening every minute, technology is transforming the way people book travel — but it's also creating real problems. Travel fraud is on the rise, with one in four consumers being scammed , according to recent research from the American Hotel and Lodging Association (AHLA).

Ryanair Quietly Cuts Check-In Times in Half, Unless Passengers Pay to Reserve Seats

Millions of passengers booked on Ryanair flights from 13 June onwards are being warned that they can check-in only 48 hours before departure. The Irish airline, which is the biggest budget carrier in Europe, is making life tougher for travellers who choose not to pay extra for assigned seating.

First Class Passenger Kicked Off Flight for Sneaking Drinks Back to Economy

A first class Robin Hood was kicked off a flight over the weekend for attempting to sneak free drinks to his friends in economy class. The premium class passenger boarded the flight with two friends in economy. After taking his seat, a flight attendant offered first class passengers a pre-departure drink, which the man had — and then followed up with an order for two more drinks.

The Establishment of Las Vegas

On May 15, 1905, the San Pedro, Los Angeles and Salt Lake Railroad auctioned off 110 acres and established the railroad town of Las Vegas. The town was a layover point for the railroad and was not incorporated as a city until 1911. Gambling was not legalized until 1931.

Industry Insiders Help Shape The Travel Institute’s Redesigned Luxury Course

The five-lesson online course begins with an overview of luxury travel and then dives into specifics of the benefits and challenges of specializing; luxury trends, products, and client profile; marketing and sales skills; and creating a marketing plan for the luxury travel specialty. Each lesson is built around a multi-media format that includes interactive flashcard grids and stacks, informative recorded webinars, and eye-catching images. Brainstorming questions, key words, quick checks of the student’s understanding, and at-work exercises are also contained in each lesson.

America's Least-favorite Airline Is Adding Wi-Fi

Spirit Airlines has announced that it will introduce high-speed Wi-Fi on all of its planes. Once the Wi-Fi service is installed, Spirit passengers can browse the web, follow social media, and stream videos at speeds similar to their home connections. The budget airline has chosen global technology company Thales

New Norwegian Bliss Becomes Biggest Cruise Ship Ever to Transit Panama Canal

Monday will be a day for the record books at the Panama Canal as one of world's biggest cruise ships, Norwegian Bliss, passes through the waterway for the first time. Unveiled by Norwegian Cruise Line in April, the 168,028-ton vessel is the ninth largest cruise ship ever built

Record 72 Million Tourists Came to Orlando Last Year

Even though Hurricane Irma forced the closures of its theme parks and airports and filled its hotels with displaced evacuees, a record-setting 72 million tourists still flocked to the Orlando area last year, tourism officials said Thursday. The 5 percent year-over-year increase in visitors was powered by domestic travelers

Spend Two Weeks Exploring Norway With an All-You-Can-Fly Pass

Packing a trip around Norway into just two weeks may be within reach this summer with an all-you-can-fly pass. Widerøe, a Norwegian airline, is offering an Explore Norway Ticket, which provides unlimited travel around Norway for two weeks, between 1 July and 31 August.

A Local's Guide to Rome: 10 Top Tips

Contemporary Rome’s best bars, restaurants and culture are found in the southern neighbourhoods of Testaccio and Garbatella, a world away from the city-centre gladiators in plastic armour

Room With No View: Valencia Wants to Ban Airbnbs With the Best Vistas

Valencia is the latest popular holiday destination poised to impose restrictions on private holiday rentals, such as Airbnb, with a focus on banning new tourist accommodation above first floor level. The rules, to be voted on by the Valencian regional government, would effectively limit the number of properties with Mediterranean sea views

Is This the Food Capital of Asia?

With its unique mix of cultures, languages and religions, Kuala Lumpur often gets described by locals as a ‘big melting pot’, where different traditions are openly celebrated. The melting pot is also often more literal than metaphorical in Malaysia’s biggest city and capital.

This 23-year-old's Photos Will Make You Want to Become a Flight Attendant

A flight attendant for Emirates is proving you don’t have to be a celebrity to live the jet-set life. 23-year-old Brigita Jagelaviciute, originally from Lithuania but living in Dubai, has traveled to 74 countries so far, and her worldly adventures can be seen on her gorgeously cultivated Instagram account.

Is Indonesia Safe for Travel? Travel Advice and Updates

Indonesia is reeling from deadly bomb attacks on three churches across Surabaya in Java. At least 11 people are dead and more than 40 horrifically wounded. In the wake of the atrocity is Indonesia still safe for tourists to travel to? Latest travel advice and updates.

10 Festive Hotels in Europe

Hotels on Europe’s festival circuit come in a range of styles, from party-centric to serene retreat. Some even create their own festivals devoted to food, literature or music, and others offer easy access to destination events nearby. The following new, improved or event-staging hotels welcome guests to celebrate.

Music Festivals and Mixology: How Cruises Got Cool

They have always been associated with the grey pound, but now cruise ships are trying to attract a millennial crowd. Will smaller boats, late-night stop-offs and better brunches tempt young people on board? Think of cruise holidays and a whole host of images spring to mind. Endless buffets. Crushed velvet upholstery.

10 of the Best Things to Do In Hanoi

The first thing you’ll notice about Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, is the traffic – horns blare as the locals zip past on a seemingly endless fleet of scooters, while tour buses barrel in carrying a steady flow of tourists, ready to lap up the sights and sounds of this vibrant city.

The First Smallpox Vaccination

On May 14, 1796, physician Edward Jenner administered the first smallpox vaccination to 8 year old James Phipps. Wife's tales indicated that milkmaids who contracted the milder cowpox never caught the more deadly smallpox. Jenner's work was also preceded by Chinese and Turkish practices of inoculating with weakened cowpox and smallpox derivatives.

The Average American Worker Takes Less Vacation Time Than a Medieval Peasant

The Church, mindful of how to keep a population from rebelling, enforced frequent mandatory holidays. Weddings, wakes, and births might mean a week off quaffing ale to celebrate, and when wandering jugglers or sporting events came to town, the peasant expected time off for entertainment.

The Sights and Smells of Sicily’s Second City

The sights and smells of the new city hit me square-on after stepping out onto the uneven stone pavement: the peddlers selling gelato and icy granitas, shops full of fresh pasta, motorbikes zooming in and out between lanes of cars, and walls covered in multicolored graffiti. I walked a bit along the water

Carnival Cruise Line Reveals Plans for Cuba Sailings From Charleston, S.C.

You'll soon be able to cruise to Cuba from Charleston, S.C. Cruise giant Carnival on Thursday said the 3,002-passenger Carnival Sunshine would begin Cuba sailings from Charleston in late 2019. It'll mark the first time a cruise ship has sailed to the island nation from the city.

How to Spend Eurovision Weekend in Lisbon

This is a dynamic time for Lisbon, with a seemingly unstoppable wave of new hotels, restaurants, and museums opening between the rambling old quarters and the waterfront that runs along the river Tagus to the Atlantic. During the summer months, it comes into its own with life

21 Places in Italy You Never Thought to Visit

Planning an Italian holiday in 2018 but want to escape the tourist hordes? Then head instead to one of these lesser-known gems: Marina de Pisciotta, Campania; Bergamo, Lombardy; Montefalco, Umbria; etc.

The Best Vacation Rentals with Ocean Views

You know you're on vacation when you fall asleep to the sound of the waves lapping against the shore and wake up to the sun rising over a watery horizon. Just ask Sebastiaan Bedaux, a keen traveler who has compiled stunning ocean-based vacation rentals into a new book: "Ocean View: The Perfect Holiday Homes," published by Lannoo, which showcases some stunning sea properties from across the globe.

How to pick the right cruise cabin for you

Anxious about seasickness? Craving a room with a view? Or perhaps you’re travelling with a large family in tow. Whatever your situation or personal preferences, when it comes to choosing a cabin, it pays to do your homework. Whether you’re a first-timer, an old hand cruise hound, or just a picky punter, the variety of cruise cabin categories and locations on-board can leave even the most experienced traveller scratching their head.

New High-Speed Train Could Connect London and Bordeaux

A cross-country collab between train operators may actually beat out Supreme x Rimowa as this year's most exciting partnership. That's because HS1 Ltd, Eurotunnel, SNCF Réseau, and Lisea, all players on different segments of a potential link between London and Bordeaux

Ceramics, Chilaquiles, and Micheladas: An Artist's Guide to Guadalajara

I planned my trip to Guadalajara trip on a whim, heeding rumblings and whispers in my orbit. In the central state of Jalisco, Guadalajara is the country’s second largest metropolitan center, with more than 4 million people and 8 districts, but it is still a city artist Gabriel Rico described as, “the B-Sides of Mexico City.”

Newly Renovated Bargain Hotel on Kauai Offers Beachfront Rooms

A renovated and renamed beachfront hotel on Kauai favors a basic over luxury vibe. That means prices for less than $200 a night for rooms that have lanais and great ocean views. The ISO, formerly the Castle Mokihana, began greeting guests at the end of April following a $5-million face-lift to the lobby, grounds and all 79 rooms.

You No Longer Need a Snorkel to See This Nevada Ghost Town

The ice cream parlor served up its last scoop more than three quarters of a century ago and now all that's left are some crumbling concrete walls and a sun-bleached chimney that reaches toward a big desert sky. These ghostly remains are silent testimony that not every bustling city in Nevada grows into Las Vegas, Reno or Carson City.

Long Lines? TSA Says It's Ready for Crush of Summer Fliers

The Transportation Security Administration is preparing for some of the busiest travel days it has ever seen this summer, with a whopping 2.7 million travelers expected to fly from U.S. airports during peak days around holidays, Administrator David Pekoske said Thursday. TSA typically screens 2.2 million to 2.3 million passengers per day, but anticipates larger crowds during June, July and August.

ValuJet Flight 592

On May 11, 1996, technicians for the SabreTech corporation loaded cases of oxygen canisters aboard low cost carrier ValuJet's flight 592 from Miami to Hartsfield Atlanta International Airport in Atlanta, Georgia. The canisters were mistakenly thought to be empty, but loading them into the cargo hold was in contravention of FAA regulations which forbid the transport of hazardous materials in the cargo hold of a commercial flight. During taxi and takeoff, it is theorized one of the canisters was activated by a sudden jolt

36 Hours in Gothenburg, Sweden

Jazz, street murals, distinctive architecture and world-class breweries in Sweden’s second-largest city. Swedes didn’t always adore Gothenburg. The resurgent second city, equidistant between Copenhagen and Oslo on Sweden’s western coast, was long viewed as a grungy port in slow decline. But locals saw the potential. Languishing neighborhoods became incubators for improvisational creative projects — in music, art, design, dining

Only People Named Peter and Wendy Are Eligible to Win This Free 'Neverland' Tropical Dream Vacation. Here's How to Enter

Peter Pan may just be a children’s tale, but one lucky Wendy-and-Peter duo can get as close as possible to experiencing their own magical adventure. You’ll have to go without Tinkerbell, unfortunately.After YouTube host Matthew Patrick "discovered" Neverland to be Turneffe Atoll, Belize will give a real life Peter and Wendy a free trip.

Revenge of the Travel Industry: Online Reviews of You

It was just a matter of time. All those one-star reviews you left for hotels and restaurants were bound to come back and haunt you. And now they have. In a sharing economy, many of the big players, including Airbnb and Uber, allow drivers and hosts to review their guests. A negative rating can affect your ability to hire another car or rent an apartment.

Why Glasgow is Better Than Edinburgh for a Scottish City Break

Friendly lively, dynamic and increasingly sophisticated, Glasgow is Scotland’s largest and arguably most vibrant city. In recent years, this former shipbuilding hub has reinvented itself as a perfect weekend getaway, filled with wonderful museums, unbeatable bars and restaurants that take full advantage of the excellent fresh seafood caught daily on Scotland’s west coast.

Goodbye Fusty Old Landscapes: These Hotels Are More Like Museums Where You Can Sleep

Even in a cut-rate motor inn, generic art just won’t do anymore. Hoteliers know their customers want an experience, and they’re increasingly inclined to give it to them in the form of provocative art. Upscale hotels such as the Chambers in New York City and the Henry in Dearborn, Mich., are packing their walls with original works of contemporary art.

A Luxury-Tinged Guide to Thailand's Railay Beach

There's an obvious reason for its fame -- it's simply spectacular. Railay looks and feels like an island but it's actually part of the Thai mainland on the Andaman Sea side. The karst topography has left it isolated and devoid of road access, meaning the only way to get in is by boat.

Airbnb’s Cut from Puerto Rico Bookings Will Go to Hurricane Recovery

Eight months ago, Puerto Rico was devastated by Category 4 Hurricane Maria. But since then, much of the island—especially the capital of San Juan—has come backß strong, even as some areas are still struggling to get back to full health. We urged you not to forget Puerto Rico in March, because the island's "best shot at recovery comes from tourism."

Travel from Cambodia to Vietnam By Bicycle and By Boat

Journey by bicycle and boat from Siem Reap, Cambodia, to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, on a new 11-day tour offered by Grasshopper Adventures. Mornings will be spent on bike touring mostly flat terrain, while afternoons are spent cruising the Mekong River on a 10-cabin riverboat. Highlights include exploring Angkor Wat in Cambodia, cycling through villages, with opportunities to meet local people; participating in a rice-wine tasting and walking through Ho Chi Minh City's former French Quarter.

Carnival Adds More Cuba Departures from More Homeports

Carnival Cruise Line has expanded its cruises to Cuba with the addition of 23 three- to five-day sailings to Havana in 2019-20 aboard five different ships departing from four East Coast homeports. The new deployment will see Carnival Sunshine sail to Cuba from Charleston, the Carnival Triumph from Fort Lauderdale, the Carnival Paradise from Tampa and the Carnival Victory and Carnival Sensation from Miami.

Newly Revamped Carnival Cruise Line Ship to Make Tampa Home

A newly revamped Carnival ship is heading to Tampa. The Miami-based line on Wednesday revealed that the 2,124-passenger Carnival Legend will re-position to the city in October of 2019. Legend is undergoing an overhaul this spring that will bring several new eateries and bars that have been rolling out across the Carnival fleet.

North Korea Airline Plans New China Charter Flights Amid Diplomatic Thaw

North Korea's Air Koryo plans to launch charter flights between Pyongyang and Chengdu in south-west China, two airline officials told Reuters, amid a major improvement in diplomatic relations between the neighbors. The flights to Chengdu, one of the biggest cities in China's vast western region, could start as early as late June if approved by China's aviation regulator, the officials told Reuters on condition of anonymity.

The Busiest International Airline Routes In The World

The flight data firm OAG regularly compiles information on the airline industry and releases reports on routes, revenue and other key factors. The firm recently published its list of the world’s 20 busiest international airline routes, and the results might surprise you.

J. Edgar Hoover

On May 10, 1924, President Calvin Coolidge appointed J. Edgar Hoover as the director of the Bureau of Investigation—predecessor to the FBI. Hoover remained the director until his death in 1972. Hoover was both respected and feared by many of the nine presidents under whom he served. Often criticized for abuses of power, his long tenure resulted in the current limitation of a ten year service for today's Directors of the FBI.

New Study Finds The Worst Travel Habits Around the World

Expedia is out with its 2018 Airplane and Hotel Etiquette Study and a list of travel habits – the good, the bad, and the downright aggravating – along with tips for how to avoid fellow travelers who display them. The company polled 18,229 people from 23 countries about what behaviors annoy them most when traveling as well as how they cope with sticky situations in the air and on the ground.

Kyriakos Anastassiadis completes his term as CEO of Celestyal Cruises -- Celestyal Cruises welcomes new CEO, Chris Theophilides --

May 7, 2018 -- (Piraeus), Greece -- Celestyal Cruises today announced that Kyriakos Anastassiadis will conclude his term as CEO of the company on June 30, 2018. Anastassiadis contributed to the company’s strategic repositioning as well as to the development and strengthening of the Celestyal Cruises brand internationally. From his position as Chair of CLIA Europe, a role he has served in since late 2016, he assiduously promoted the cruise industry agenda.

The Theft of the Crown Jewels

On May 9, 1671, a parson visited the Tower of London. 77 year old Talbot Edwards, the keeper of the jewels, was very fond of this parson, and hoped that his niece would someday marry the parson's nephew. However, the parson did not have a nephew, nor was he a parson. He was in fact Thomas Blood, a captain in Oliver Cromwell's military. On his May 9th visit, he brought "friends" with him and asked the elderly Edwards if he could be given a private showing of the famous crown jewels.

Honeymoon Guide: Six Los Cabos Resorts for couples

Los Cabos can be considered “Mexico-Lite.” Over the decades, this destination at the tip of the Baja Peninsula has transformed from a sleepy fishing village into a powerhouse tourism area. Developing the way it has, Los Cabos has plenty of touchstones that will make U.S. travelers feel at home.

Travel Chaos as Greater Anglia, Northern Rail and SNCF Staff Go on Strike

From Northumberland to the south of France, rail passengers are experiencing another day of cancellations and delays due to strikes – with further disruption planned on the trains and planes at the weekend. Members of the National Union of Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers (RMT) employed by Northern and Greater Anglia have walked out for 24 hours on Wednesday in disputes about the role of guards.

What I Learned From a Month of Mobile-Free Travel

One month ago, however, I was served my well overdue comeuppance when my smartphone left a Central American bar in someone else’s pocket and I was plunged, instantaneously, into social media cold turkey. Guatemala and Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula lay ahead of me – smartphone-free for the first time in a decade. How would I show off my wonderful, carefully curated #instalife to a group of strangers and bots I’d never met?

Luang Prabang, Laos: A One-Minute Tour

Looking for the perfect Southeast Asia destination that combines stunning scenery and cultural immersion? Then here's the place for you: In northern Laos lies Luang Prabang, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Ljubljana, Slovenia: Tiny Capital of Tiny Country a Huge Treat

Located where the Germanic, Mediterranean, and Slavic worlds come together, Slovenia enjoys a happy hodgepodge of cultures while also presenting plenty of its own unique character. And much like the country as a whole, its capital city of Ljubljana is a delight to explore, yet remains relatively undiscovered.

Airline Customer Satisfaction is Higher Than You Might Think, a Survey Indicates

The airline industry is one that passengers love to hate. And yet, overall customer satisfaction hit an all-time high in 2017 and declined only slightly in 2018, according to the latest American Customer Satisfaction Index Travel Report, which was released in late April.

Norwegian Bliss First New Ship of 2018 to Make It to North America

Norwegian Bliss is just one of several big new ships that debuted this spring from the shipyards, but it’s the first to cross the Atlantic. The new 168,028-ton, 4,004-passenger ship from Norwegian Cruise Line arrived in New York last week for a media preview and will next stop in Miami before making its way across the Panama Canal and heading to Los Angeles and finally Seattle to begin a summer of Alaska cruises.

Moxy Hotel Opens Wednesday, Welcoming 'Fun hunters' to River North

Chicago’s new Moxy hotel appears to live up to its name. From the bold, industrial-chic design to a bevy of playful touches (press a button on the retro phone to hear a bedtime story — naughty or nice), moxie abounds in this 156-room property that opens today in River North.

10 Wildlife Trips Where You Can Get Up Close With the World's Coolest Animals

Just as humans gather for festivals every year, animals congregate around the world to put on impressive shows. And it’s easy to get where the wild things are if you know when and where to go. Migration and calving patterns make for some of the most breathtaking natural shows on the planet.

10 of the World's Weirdest Museums

What turns an ordinary object into something extraordinary? Put it in a museum. No matter how seemingly odd or mundane, objects offer us windows into history and connect us to our past. They expose our darkest preoccupations, most brilliant ideas, and the limitless creativity of the human mind.

Tui Expands Cruise Ship Fleet to Capture Rising Demand

The world’s largest holiday company Tui’s big bet on cruises is paying off as steep demand helped to pare losses at the tour operator. Chief executive Fritz Joussen has overseen a multibillion-euro investment splashed out on its growing fleet of ships, which was enlarged in May last year with the arrival of Mein Schiff 6.

How a Family of 4 Can Book a Disney Vacation for $1,000 or Less

Even though Disney parks are notoriously expensive, there are still plenty of ways to save. If you’re on a tight budget, you could visit a Disney park for only one day and spend the rest of your trip at the hotel pool, for example. You could also buy one-park day passes instead of “park hopper” tickets that let you access multiple parks, and you could skip out on extras like character dinners and souvenirs.

Six Things to Love About Carnival Cruise Line's New Carnival Horizon

The 3,960-passenger Carnival Horizon is Carnival Cruise Line’s 26th ship and its largest and classiest. The “Fun Ship” sails with Carnival’s typical good times style, with craft beer brewed onboard and the ever-popular poolside hairy chest contest. But everything on this ship feels contemporary and upgraded, and at times even slightly cushy.

Emirates Launches Flights From Edinburgh to Dubai

Emirates, the giant Dubai-based airline, is seeking to extend its dominance of the aviation market between the UK and the Gulf with a new route from Edinburgh to Dubai. Flights, using a Boeing 777, begin on 1 October. Emirates’ existing twice-daily service from Glasgow to Dubai will continue – as will the service from Newcastle.

Our Desire to See the World is Killing It - Here's What You Can Do to Help

The world has never been so inundated with tourists. A record 1.3bn foreign trips were made by holidaymakers in 2017 – up seven per cent on the previous year. Much has been made of the impact mass tourism is having on local populations. The residents of Venice, Barcelona and Dubrovnik have been particularly vocal about the growing number of overseas visitors.

The World's Most Extreme Airports

Commercial aviation has allowed access to pretty much every corner of our planet. The construction of airports in the most extreme destinations has opened up a world of possibilities for those travelers that like to break records and collect milestones. We hope adventurous fliers will find some inspiration here.

Lava consumes homes as Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupts

Sputtering lava, strong earthquakes, and toxic gas jolted the southern part Hawaii's Big Island as magma shifted underneath Kilauea volcano. The number of homes destroyed by Hawaii's Kilauea volcano jumped to 26 on Sunday as scientists reported lava spewing more than 200 feet into the air.

Qantas Lost Property: The Most Common Items Left on a Flight

So you’ve stepped off your flight, reached for your phone, only to realise with that sinking feeling — you’ve left it on the plane. Every day Qantas finds a wardrobe of items mistakenly left on its flights — from computers, headphones, wallets, duty free — even dentures and worn shoes (whaaaat?!).

Celebrity Cruises Captain Kate McCue Reveals Her Captain’s Secrets

No, they don’t all get around with parrots on their shoulder — but your cruise ship captain might just have a pet cat lurking in their cabin. At least, that’s the case with Kate McCue. The first American woman to captain a mega ship — along with her hairless cat, Bug Naked — can be found at the helm of Celebrity Cruises ship Celebrity Equinox.

The Best Places to Travel in June

There’s much to celebrate this month, not least of all the end of another school year. As such, destinations kick into high gear as crowds young and old seek out the best places to spend their long-awaited summer vacation.

6 Best Boutique Hotels in Las Vegas

A great hotel room is the foundation of an epic visit to Las Vegas. It's where most travelers end their nights and start their days, a haven from the clinking chips and dinging slots, a refuge from the sea of humanity. Time and time again, Sin City hotel rooms set the scene for all that happens in Vegas -- whether it stays there or not.

These Are the Best New Hotels in the World

For this year's Hot List, our editors vetted hundreds of recently opened hotels and resorts, from West Africa to Miami, and found that what stands out are the properties that combine old-school extravagance and service with just the right measure of modernity. Here are the 102 best new hotels in the world. View as a list.

Discovery Tours Files for Bankruptcy Owing Money to 5,600 People

Discovery Tours, the school tour company that canceled trips for dozens of schools across Ohio last week, has filed for bankruptcy. The company filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy late today in U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Ohio, claiming it has about $1.4 million in assets but owes about $3.9 million.

The Destruction of Saint-Pierre, Martinique

On May 8, 1902, Mount Pelee, a volcano in Saint-Pierre, Martinique erupted. Hot, caustic volcanic gases and dust poured from the mountainside, covering the small city of approximately 30,000. Just prior to the blast, there were a series of geoseismic warnings, but the people feared the lava, which would have been trapped in a valley, not the gasses which were not well understood at the time.

How Independent Contractors Are Changing the Face of the Retail Travel Industry

FRAMINGHAM, MA, May 7, 2018 – The Travel Institute today released key findings from its new study, The Changing Face of Travel Agents, which analyzes how agent roles and motivations have changed over the past decade and also identifies key parameters that define successful travel agents. Among the most enlightening observations: the explosive growth of the independent contractor demographic

The 'Boneyard': Where Airlines Send Old Planes to Be Scrapped

American Airlines Flight 9780 arrives from Dallas/Fort Worth and taxis past a line of other MD-80 passenger jets as the morning sun rises over the New Mexico desert on a chilly morning this past winter. But as the jet comes to a stop, there’s no boarding gate or jet bridge. In fact, there are no paying passengers aboard at all.

Air France Boss Quits After Workers Reject Pay Deal

Air France is engaged in a long and bitter pay dispute with pilots, cabin crew and ground staff. Friday’s stoppage is the 13th so far this year. As tens of thousands of passengers found themselves stranded by an Air France strike, the airline’s boss has quit.

Safari Europe: 13 Incredible Weekend Wildlife Holidays

Brown bears padding. Sperm whales fluking. Wolverines marauding. Long-tailed mayflies rushing. Dolphins bow-riding. Musk ox hulking… All these spectacles – and more – can be witnessed in the wild without leaving Europe.

Inside the World's Tallest Building

Dubai may be an international playground for global superstars, but no one can eclipse the biggest star of all, the Burj Khalifa. Located in thriving downtown Dubai, the needle-shaped super scraper takes center stage in the famed skyline with millions of visitors and VIPs flocking each year to arguably the most prestigious address in the world.

Water Line Break Floods 50 Staterooms on Carnival Cruise

A water line break flooded 50 staterooms aboard a Carnival Cruise Line ship as it sailed through the Caribbean. In a video recorded Thursday by a Carnival Dream passenger, crew members formed a bucket brigade and waded through ankle-deep water in one soaked hallway.

New Orleans Turns 300 and You're Invited to the Yearlong Party

As if New Orleans needed to give visitors another reason to party, the city celebrates its 300th birthday this year. That means non-stop tricentennial events, parades, exhibits and more on top of the Big Easy's already packed calendar. America's most unique city draws tourists for its culture, food, cocktails and festivals – and keeps them coming back by embracing its rich history while continuing to evolve.

The Most Colorful Places on Earth

Lose yourself in color in these landscapes around the world, from pink lakes in the Caribbean to the neon lights of Tokyo. You can find color wherever you go, but there are some places that leave more vivid memories than others.

Rick Steves: Europe's Best Border-Busting Day Trips

With relatively small countries and delightful public transportation, it's easy to throw a change of scenery and culture into your European itinerary. Here are some of my favorite international day trips. Zipping on the bullet train from London to Paris (or vice versa), in a tunnel deep below the English Channel (the "Chunnel"), is exciting — and only takes about 2.5 hours. Catch an early train, spend about 10 hours in the City of Light, and be back by bedtime.

Hotel Butler Service Is Really Nice. Is It Worth the Price?

Can a butler really make a hotel stay that much more extraordinary? For a growing number of luxury properties that have butlers as an amenity for their guests, the answer is a resounding yes. According to Reneta McCarthy, a senior lecturer at the School of Hotel Administration at Cornell University, the concept of butlers dates at least as far back as the 18th century in Europe

Legoland's Latest Hotel: A Castle

From the moment young kids are greeted in the hotel lobby by a towering Lego wizard who stages a surprise light show to when they crawl into their bunk beds and gaze up to see a shooting star, they are transported to a medieval castle inhabited by more than 2,000 Lego-crafted characters. And that’s even before a visit to Legoland next door.

Plane Travel Only Feels Like It's Dangerous

It hasn’t exactly been a banner fortnight for the airline industry. On April 17, a Southwest Airlines passenger died after being partially sucked out of a plane following a mid-flight engine explosion. On May 2, pilots for the same airline had to make an “unscheduled stop” shortly after takeoff due to a cracked window. After the first incident, Southwest cancelled dozens of flights for safety inspections. At least one survivor is suing the airline. And consumers are spooked by resurgent fears of air travel.

Astronauts, Explorers, and Eddie the Eagle - The Best Guest Speakers on Cruise Ships

Who doesn’t enjoy a personal success story, or some “for your ears only” insight into life as an astronaut, an oceanographer or a world-famous cake-baker? In these days of box-set indulgence it’s easy to forget the simple satisfaction of being regaled by a raconteur. Cruise lines however, have not forgotten.

The Founding of New Orleans

The city known as La Nouvelle-Orléans (New Orleans) came into being on May 7, 1718. Named for Philippe II, Duke of Orléans in France, the city's port made it an ideal area for the French Mississippi Company under the leadership of Jean-Baptiste Le Moyne de Bienville. Under the terms of the 1763 Treaty of Paris, the city was turned over to Spain but then reverted again to France in 1801.

NYCVP Announces Historic Gotham Hall as Newest Addition to Thanksgiving Day Parties

May 4, 2018 - New York, NY— Joining an impressive lineup of Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade events from New York City Vacation Packages (NYCVP) - the Thanksgiving Macy’s Parade Party at Gotham Hall is a venue like no other. Barry Tenenbaum, President of NYCVP, sang the praises of the setting stating, “I’m impressed by the history of the building – it’s a huge, iconic, historic building, close to Macy’s and right on the 6th Avenue parade route. Gotham Hall is a city block long – from Broadway to 6th Avenue.

Southwest Will Fly to Hawaii from Four California Cities

Southwest’s plan for its new Hawaii service is slowly falling into place. The airline revealed Thursday that it intends to launch Hawaii flights with service from four California cities: Oakland, Sacramento, San Diego and San Jose. The carrier first announced its intent to fly to Hawaii in 2017, though it has yet to set a start date as it awaits certification to fly its Boeing 737s on the long overwater routes between Hawaii and the U.S. mainland.

The Best Luxury Hotels in New York

New York may be the city that never sleeps but when you’re paying top dollar for a hotel room, you’re going to want some quality shuteye. Fortunately the luxury hotels in Manhattan are among the best in the world, offering the finest interiors from renowned designers, chic in-room amenities, attentive service, and glorious city views (which is often the number one selling point for a hotel).

Inside Scenic Eclipse: New Images of the World's Most Luxurious Cruise Ship

Brand new images tell us more about life on-board the world's most luxurious cruise ship, Scenic Eclipse, which will set sail this summer. Judging by the size of the suites, guests could be forgiven for thinking they've checked into one of the finest luxury hotels in the world.

The TWA Hotel Brings Retro Style to JFK Airport

If you remember anything about Trans World Airlines (better known as TWA), you probably remember the legendary white TWA Flight Center just outside of John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York City. Designed in 1962 by groundbreaking Finnish-American architect Eero Saarinen, the former flight center has been redesigned and reimagined into the TWA hotel, set to open in the spring of 2019.

Mid-Atlantic Bucket List: Must-see Places in Maryland, D.C, Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia

Every week for a year, from May 2017 to April 2018, The Baltimore Sun's Travel Unraveled newsletter shared a new must-visit destination in the Mid-Atlantic region. Boardwalks, caverns, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and more are are collected from weeks passed.

True Stories: These 737 Qantas Pilots Are Also Father and Son

It’s one thing to work with your parents, but when your dad is a Qantas 737 captain and you’re the first officer, it’s a whole new ball game. Steve Gist, a Qantas 737 captain, and son Taylor, a new first officer recently operated their first Qantas flight together. So what’s it like working in such close quarters with family?

Why Your First Safari Should Be in Botswana

To put it in perspective: In 2001, Botswana had exactly zero rhino left, which forced the government to get serious about passing legislature to combat and protect its wildlife. Since then, they've made poaching punishable by death, and are the only country in Africa to deploy the national military to make sure poachers stay out of the reserves (South Africa and Zambia still rely on private donation). Last year, Prince Harry lent the cause some dazzle when he became patron of Botswana's Rhino Conservancy, and today, at least 200 rhino have been repopulated to the Okavango Delta due to private-public partnerships.

23 Breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Destinations in the U.S.

Most likely, you have been to a UNESCO World Heritage site in the United States without knowing it. Remember that Griswoldian summer vacation to the Grand Canyon? The high school field trip to Independence Hall in Philadelphia? The college tour of the University of Virginia? Congratulations! That’s three in your pocket. But don’t stop now. You can collect all 23, intentionally or accidentally.

Haunting Relics of a Country That No Longer Exists

Hundreds of bizarre futuristic monuments appear out of place jutting from the varied landscape of the former Yugoslavia—ghostlike echoes of a country that no longer exists.

New Zealand Disappears From World Maps, and a Viral Video Is Born

But New Zealand has disappeared from the world’s maps. The country — home to 4.7 million people — has been left off charts displayed at the Smithsonian Institution, the Central Park Zoo, Ikea and Starbucks. Fear not: Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern is on the case, if only reluctantly.

13 Things You Didn't Know About Cruise Ship Design

ritons' appetite for a holiday at sea has seen continued growth in recent years and 2017 welcomed yet another record number of travellers taking a cruise from the UK and Ireland. As the number of passengers rises, there is an increasing demand for larger and more advanced ships. With the world's largest cruise ship - Royal Caribbean's Symphony of the Seas - setting sail earlier this year, we spoke to Tom Wright, a UK-based architect who has designed ships for Royal Caribbean's ever-expanding fleet for nearly 15 years,

Want to Visit the Korean DMZ? Here's How

Dividing the peninsula like a scar, the 160-mile-long treaty zone isn't just a strategic political meeting place -- it's also a tourist magnet. It may be one of the world's most heavily militarized borders, but the DMZ welcomes more than 1.2 million travelers each year, according to the Korea Tourism Organization.

The Kent State Shootings

On April 30, 1970, US President Richard Nixon announced the American invasion of Cambodia. Student demonstrators across the country began both peaceful and violent protests on the nation's campuses. At Kent State University in Ohio, the National Guard was called out to restore order to the campus. Confrontations between the students and the soldiers, however, became increasingly agitated with rocks being thrown at the National Guard and two students stabbed with bayonets.

TRO: Erratum Correction!

On May 1, Tuesday of this week, TRO mistakenly sent an email out to a portion of our database for Cook Travel with the

SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS VACATIONS® CELEBRATES NELSON MANDELA’S CENTENARY WITH A SPECIAL AIR-INCLUSIVE VACATION PACKAGE

Fort Lauderdale, FL (May 03, 2018) – South African Airways Vacations® (SAA Vacations®), the leisure division of South African Airways, introduces a new package to celebrate the centennial year of Nelson Mandela’s birth. The 8-night air-inclusive “Celebrating Mandela’s 100th” package priced at $2,499* (restrictions apply), will take travelers in the footsteps of the new South Africa’s founding father, visiting places where key moments of the struggle for freedom took place.

5 Tips for a Luxury Trip to Los Angeles on a Budget

Los Angeles may be home to the glamour of Hollywood and Beverly Hills, but that doesn’t mean an upscale visit to the city is out of reach for travelers who don’t have big budgets. Dan Ilves, a Los Angeles native and senior vice president for leisure at TravelStore, said that a high-end trip here can be had even without deep pockets. Here’s how.

Italian Hotels: 20 of Italy's Loveliest

There are many reasons to visit Italy, whether it’s famous museums and ancient ruins in Rome, splendid architecture and world-renowned art galleries in Venice and Florence, or picturesque resort towns on the coast. But after a day of sightseeing, where should you spend the night?

How to Fall Asleep on a Plane

There are two types of people in this world – those who can sleep on flights, and those who can’t. The former spring out of their seat upon arrival at their destination, fresh-faced, clear-eyed and ready to throw themselves into the ways of a new country and culture. The latter drag themselves sluggishly down the aisle, struggling to perform even the simplest of tasks

Seven Poor Decisions We Only Make on Holiday

You’re on holiday. Your defenses and standards are down. Thus, in the name of entertainment, are you prey to Sardinian folk troupes, museums of latticework and alcoholic drinks which turn out blue. You’d never fall for these at home.

Chichen Itza and Beyond: Mayan Ruins in Yucatan, Mexico

Mexico is the North American nation with the most UNESCO World Heritage sites, thanks in large part to its rich history and well-preserved archaeological sites -- some of which are still being discovered and excavated to this day.

United Bans Many Popular Dog And Cat Breeds From Cargo Holds After Pet Deaths

Following several high-profile pet deaths and mishaps, United Airlines has revealed a more stringent pet transportation policy. The U.S. carrier said Tuesday that it will only accept dogs and cats ― and no other type of animal ― in its cargo holds beginning June 18. Dozens of snub-nosed and strong-jawed dog and cat breeds will also be banned from flying in the airline’s PetSafe program

‘End of an Era’: Qantas 747 Jumbos to Disappear

It’s one of the most popular aircraft to ever take to the skies and has reigned for more than 40 years, but sadly the days of the 747 jumbo jet are coming to an end. Despite capturing the attention — and hearts — of passengers around the world, the aircraft affectionately known as the Queen of the Skies has been falling out of favour with major airlines in recent years.

The 15 Best Resort Hotels in Hawaii

When travelers think of the perfect tropical vacation — white-sand beaches virtually on your doorstep, verdant, manicured gardens framed by swaying palms, multiple swimming pools from which to choose — Hawaii immediately comes to mind.

Princess Cruises Ship to Go Around the World in 111 Days

Princess Cruises has announced plans for another around-the-world voyage that will take place in 2020. The 111-day sailing on the Pacific Princess will kick off Jan. 5, 2020 in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. and include stops in 42 ports in 26 countries. It'll end April 26, 2020 in Ft. Lauderdale.

Best Trips 2018

Looking for your next adventure? Our editors’ top picks will have you discovering new trails, tasting local foods, and spotting vibrant wildlife around the world.

Spend 8 Months at Sea Onboard the Record-breaking World’s Longest Cruise

Six continents, 59 countries and 113 ports. If seven days on a cruise doesn’t feel like enough time to get your sea legs, Viking Cruises is now offering a 245-day Ultimate World Cruise. The eight-month cruise will visit six continents, 59 countries and 113 ports

Your Next Luxury Safari: Asilia's Jabali Ridge in Southern Tanzania

It’s a story that’s been told before. Wealthy philanthropist and safari operator set out to conserve land and keep animals alive by convincing local communities of their tourism value. When done right, it can work very well.

The Oklahoma tornado outbreak

On May 3, 1999 a total of 66 tornadoes (by some counts 71) spawned in a single day in the state of Oklahoma. One which occurred just southwest of Chickasha, Oklahoma rated an F5 on the Fujita scale (the most severe ranking) and caused $1.1 billion in damage. By May 8th, a total of 140 tornadoes had ripped through the adjacent 5 state area with a total of 48 deaths attributed to the outbreak. Four of the tornadoes achieved an F4 Fujita scale ranking.

10 Festive Hotels in Europe

From England to Greece, where to stay if you’re in the mood for celebrating. Hotels on Europe’s festival circuit come in a range of styles, from party-centric to serene retreat. Some even create their own festivals devoted to food, literature or music, and others offer easy access to destination events nearby. The following new, improved or event-staging hotels welcome guests to celebrate.

Upstart Airline Brand Onejet Targets Under-Served Cities, Buys Ultimate Jet Charters

Upstart airline brand OneJet announced Tuesday that it has entered an agreement to acquire Ohio-based Ultimate Jet Charters. OneJet, a public charter company whose flights are flown by a contract operator, thinks it can make money by offering business travelers non-stop service between mid-size markets that lack direct links.

10 Caribbean Resorts with Awesome Water Parks

Along with frolicking on a beach, splashing around in a water park tops any list of classic summer activities. These aquatic playgrounds — complete with winding waterslides, relaxing lazy rivers, suspended buckets of water and interactive playscapes — offer a fun way to beat the heat. Fortunately, there are a number of resorts that house water parks of their own

Woman Managed to Fly 4,200 Miles on Her Husband's Passport

Emirates is investigating how a woman flew 4,200 miles from Manchester to Delhi on her husband’s passport. Geeta Modha, 55, from Heaton in Stockport, accidentally picked up her partner Dilip’s passport as she departed for a business trip to India on 23 April.

Europe's Best Secret Beaches

The beach is the key to many a great holiday – from first childhood steps across the sand to teenage posturing and strolls en famille. But the perfect beach is rarely found by chance.The coasts of the Mediterranean and the Atlantic are fringed with an overwhelming array of beaches

On Board the Airplane with a 'Toy Story' Theme

Get ready to travel to infinity and beyond -- or at least to Shanghai. Now you can channel Buzz Lightyear and ascend to the skies in this new "Toy Story"-themed airplane. The playful plane is the product of a partnership between Shanghai Disney Resort and China Eastern Airlines, designed to immerse guests in the world of the Disney-Pixar classic.

New Zealand's Kaikoura Bounces Back: Resilient Community Gains New Attractions After 2016 Quake

Paddling past fur seals snoozing on the sunny shores of this pretty peninsula town where the mountains meet the sea, it’s impossible to imagine the terrifying nightmare that forever changed the face of this stunning stretch of New Zealand’s South Island.

Seabourn Encore: This Ship is All Your Christmases Come True

Champagne and caviar go together like salt and pepper, Bonnie and Clyde, Beavis and Butthead, gin and tonic and strawberries and cream. That’s the talk in the pool on Seabourn Encore, where uniformed staff, waist deep in water, fill champagne flutes and offer caviar canapes as if it’s just another day at sea.

Tourists Flocking to Peru’s Newfound ‘Rainbow Mountain’

Stripes of turquoise, lavender and gold blanket what has become known as “Rainbow Mountain,” a ridge of multicolored sediments laid down millions of years ago and pushed up as tectonic plates clashed. It’s only within the last five years that the natural wonder has been discovered by the outside world, earning it must-see status on Peru’s burgeoning backpacker tourist circuit.

Return to Tunis: Why Now is the Time to Visit This Historic City

Tourism is on the rise in Tunisia after the 2015 terror attacks, but international visitors remain in short supply in its capital, leaving its Roman ruins and key attractions largely empty

Viking Launches 245-Day World Cruise

Viking Ocean Cruises today announced a 245 day, six continent, 59 country and 113 port world cruise, with 22 overnight calls and featuring a full circumnavigation of the globe. Departing from London on August 31, 2019 on Viking Sun, the eight-month journey will mark Viking’s third voyage around the globe and will nearly double the length of the company’s previous world cruises.

10 Incredible Nighttime Adventures That Take Stargazing to New Heights

The universe is back in fashion. Perhaps it's because light pollution on the increase as white LED streetlights across ever-expanding cities, but there seems to be a growing interest in astro-tourism. However, is just looking at the night sky enough to justify a long journey into the wilderness? Probably not, which is why we've found some unique vacations and organized activities that take place in areas beloved of stargazers.

The King James Bible

On this date in the year 1611, the King James Version of the Bible was first published. The year 2016 thus represents 405 years of the KJV's influence on the English language. The King's Printer, Robert Barker, began the probject in 1604 at the command of King James I who faced the Puritan faction within the Church of England.

Central Holidays Introduces New Latin America Summer Collection – Amazing Deals on Summer Vacation City Stays

Moonachie, NJ -- May 1, 2018 -- With summer vacation heating up, Central Holidays is pleased to unveil its newest collection of Latin America summer vacation getaways – all featuring value-added extras and specially negotiated rates exclusively offered by the award-winning travel brand.

Bans on Plastic Straws Are Growing. But Is the Travel Industry Doing Enough?

Global momentum has built in recent months to ban plastic straws and replace them with biodegradable paper ones. But cruise lines and luxury resorts are lagging. The United States goes through over 500 million plastic straws every day, according to Eco-Cycle, a United States-based nonprofit recycling organization. They get used for only a few minutes, but potentially last for hundreds of years in the ocean, and are among the top 10 pollutants collected during beach cleanups. Plastic straws kill marine life and choke reefs and beaches

Dedication of the Empire State Building

New York City's Empire State Building was dedicated on this day in 1931. The grand building was designed by the architectural firm of Shreve, Lamb and Harmon using earlier designs, for the Reynolds Building in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Construction began on January 22, 1930. The building's spire was designed to be a mooring mast and depot for lighter than air craft such as diragibles, but proved too dangerous after the first few attempts.

New 2018 Ship American Constitution Sails Chesapeake Bay for Inaugural American Revolution Cruise

GUILFORD, CT—April 30, 2018—American Cruise Lines is pleased to announce that its brand new cruise ship, American Constitution, just completed its successful inaugural sailing on Chesapeake Bay. The cruise departed from Baltimore on April 18th and passengers were thrilled with both the gorgeous new 175-passenger ship and the fantastic new 11-day, 10-night American Revolution itinerary.

Historic Train Stations Converted Into Hotels

Once grand reminders of how interconnected the United States had become, train stations across the country slowly fell out of use and into disrepair in the 1960s and ‘70s when new transportation technology outpaced them. Luckily for some train stations, though, dedicated investors decided to revive these historic landmarks in their respective towns and cities.

What It's Like on the New Millennial Airline That Serves Craft Beer, Cocktails and Organic Coffee

Air France launched a boutique airline last summer targeted at a slightly younger clientele (18 to 35) – and Joon certainly has a number of millennial-friendly perks, including its selection of alcoholic drinks. Passengers can enjoy organic food and drinks, high quality alcoholic beverages – including signature cocktails designed by Paris’ Experimental Cocktail Club and craft beer – as well as a comprehensive digital entertainment offering.

35 Beautiful Cities You Must See In Your Lifetime

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but even the grumpiest tourists will struggle not to be moved by the aesthetic delights of these cities, from jewels of the Silk Road to modern masterpieces.

The Rise of Co-working Hotels in Asia

As remote working becomes more mainstream, your "office" can be at home, by the beach in the Maldives or at a cafe in Sydney. According to a 2017 report by Global Workplace Analytics and FlexJobs, the number of telecommuters in the US workforce has increased 115% over the past 10 years. It's not just managers and human resources representatives who are adjusting to the work-style shift.

10 Tips for Your First Visit to France

On my most recent visit to Paris, I kept running into a delightful woman from Indiana on her first visit there. Wonderstruck by the city’s charms, she was doing everything right — picking up French words, conversing with every local she could, and enjoying the great artistic and cultural experiences.

Inside the Most Overlooked Part of the Airport

If you’re one of those travellers who’d rather stay anywhere but an airport hotel, you’re missing out. Once just crash pads for tired travellers, these days, airport hotels are flying into new territory, becoming a destination in their own right. Here are 10 of our picks around the world.

15 Vacations for Animal Lovers

Swimming with dolphins is so passe. Enter, summing with pigs. And drinking wine with a giraffe. And taking a selfie with a flamingo. There are a ton of trips and tours perfect for animal lovers of all kinds around the world, and we've handpicked 15 of the best zoological adventures you’re sure to go wild for.

Cherry Blossoms and Beyond: Go on a Nature Meditation in Japan

In Tokyo, the cherry blossoms were blooming. We couldn’t spot them from our bedroom on the 36th floor of the swishy Mandarin Oriental, where we had just landed after a 12-hour flight, but we could see dozens of people on the sidewalks below filing towards Kitanomaru Park, a green space near the Imperial Palace known for its sakura. The crowds were carrying blankets and wine on the way to hanami parties—picnics under the cherry blossom trees, held in celebration of the short-lived flowers.

7 Packing Tips To Make Your European River Cruise Hassle-Free

One reason why river cruises have garnered such popularity in recent years is that they offer an easy way to travel. With new vessels, new itineraries, and more active shore excursions, river cruises are attracting more new passengers than ever before, including millennials and solo travelers. As the peak season for river cruising (April through October) gets underway, here are a few packing tips to lessen the angst of getting ready for your cruise.

In the Market for a Boat? This Much-loved Cruise Ship is for Sale for $55m

If you are planning on buying a boat, a beloved cruise ship is for sale for US$55 million (€45.33 million). We jest, of course, as that figure would be out of most people’s reach, but former passengers and cruise ship aficionados may be interested to learn that the boat formerly known as the Carnival Holiday and now the MS Magellan is currently on the market.

Celebrate! 9 European Festivals Worth Traveling For

From Spain to Macedonia, celebrating food, flowers, seasons and traditions. Jasmine in France, truffles in Italy, medieval pageantry in Germany: Beyond Europe’s well-known music and literature festivals, there’s a panoply of celebrations, ranging from the mainstream to the decidedly quirky. Our writers share some of their favorites.

Trip Report: Reviewing the Delta One Suite With Sliding Privacy Doors

Flying 13 hours to Beijing is a delight in Delta’s new premier cabin on the Airbus A350. While Delta’s self-titled “flagship” doesn’t feel much like a flagship, it’s sure a lot better than the tired Boeing 767. The takeaway: The Delta One Suite is a game changer for U.S.-based carriers. Benefits: Comfy leather-padded seat. Lots of individual space with high walls. No unwanted eye contact with passengers. Uninterrupted sleep. Futuristic look and durable construction. Customizable lighting. And yes, the sliding door.

This is the Reality of Travelling With a Nut Allergy

On a recent Emirates flight, a brother and sister who both suffer from severe nut allergies were told that they should quarantine themselves in the lavatories for seven hours while the rest of the passengers were served a curry with nuts. My own peanut allergy is severe, and while I can travel on airplanes near people who are eating peanuts, it makes me uncomfortable, can cause hives and irritates my asthma (not that I say anything – I just move away).

Italy's Islands of Mermaids

In ancient times, sailors once lashed themselves to their masts to avoid being lured to death by seductive mermaids known as sirens. Today, on the sun-kissed western shores of Italy, mermaids are once again stirring up trouble as two rival destinations battle it out to lure tourists with claims of being home to the mythological fishy creatures.

For Fans of British Royals, a Sightseeing Itinerary

You got up in the wee hours to watch Prince William and Kate Middleton tie the knot in 2011. (And, if you’re of a certain age, ditto for Charles and Diana way back in 1981.) This year, with the nuptials of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in the offing, perhaps you’re ready to visit England and enjoy some real-life crowning moments. From Windsor to window-shopping, here are some tips on where to get that regal feeling.

A Beginners Guide to Canada: The ‘it’ Country of the Moment

With mountain vistas, world-class snow sports, captivating wildlife and cultural mix, Canada promises no shortage of bucket-list travel experiences. From British Columbia’s ruggedly handsome West Coast, to the Rocky Mountains in Alberta, all the way through the interior’s windswept prairies, to French-infused Quebec, and the historic east coast Maritimes, plus the impossibly friendly people who call these places home – it’s the “It” country of the moment.

Rock and Heavy Metal Bands to Rule the Waves on Monsters of Rock Cruise

Hard rock bands Tesla, Extreme, Queensryche and Cinderella singer and guitarist Tom Keifer are among more than 40 featured acts scheduled to perform next year aboard the ninth Monsters of Rock Cruise from Florida to the Caribbean. The cruise, which typically sells out, also offers a roster of metal-themed events aboard ship.

Sailing the Nile in style

There’s plenty of good eating, dozing and Egypt’s magnificent past to enjoy on this leisurely cruise aboard a luxurious dahabiya – though not a hint of Agatha Christie melodrama, mercifully.

This Is Meghan Markle’s Favorite Hotel in London — and You Can Stay There, Too

Meghan Markle may soon become a resident of Kensington Palace, once she walks down the aisle to marry Prince Harry of course, but she’s still got a few favorite hotels around London that she recommends for a quick getaway.

Here Are Some Alternatives to Reef-Damaging Sunscreen

From a distance, Australia’s Great Barrier Reef is an underwater gem. The reef’s colorful corals serve as a submerged garden for a vibrant marine ecosystem that draws visitors to the area from all over the world. Snorkelers and scuba-divers alike can swim alongside some of the thousands of species of fish that make the reef their home. Lucky travelers might even catch a glimpse of the ecosystem’s dugongs or sea turtles.

April Route Roundup: Where Airlines Are Adding (or Cutting) Service

Airlines constantly tweak their schedules, trying to find profitable new routes or pulling the plug on ones that have underperformed. Airports and communities court these new services. There are dozens of changes to airline routes each month. Here's a look at some of the most interesting:

Legoland wants you to spend the night with knights and wizards

Greeting guests in the lobby is a 5-foot tall Lego model of a bearded wizard standing atop a pile of Lego spell books. With the tap of an oversized button, a spiraling chandelier overhead lights up with colored and white lights, the wizard speaks and the spiraling fixture speeds up. Nearby is a slide that carries kids from the first floor down to the lobby.

George Washington Takes Office

On this date in 1789, George Washington took the oath of office at Federal Hall in New York City to become the first president of the United States. He remains the only president ever to have received 100% of the Electoral College votes. John Adams was elected as his Vice President. Only reluctantly did he agree to serve a second term and he was again elected by a 100% vote of the Electoral College. He served two terms, refusing a third.

Collettte Launches Trip of a Lifetime Itineraries

Pawtucket, Rhode Island (April 26, 2018) – Collette, global tour operator, is excited to announce a collection of tours being garnered as a “trip of a lifetime” to immerse, impress, and indulge guests in an extraordinary way. For the past century, Collette’s guided the way, taking people on their trip of a lifetime. That’s 100 years of dreams made reality, 100 years of memories made, and 100 years of making someday today. “At Collette, we understand travelers and what motivates them to explore.

Despite Violence, Tourism Is Strong in Mexican Resort Areas

Travelers continue to book trips to Cancún and the Riviera Maya, where homicides have prompted authorities to increase security. Travelers have not been targeted in these crimes, but a bomb that detonated in February on a ferry linking Playa del Carmen with the island of Cozumel, a popular cruise port, injured more than two dozen passengers, including tourists.

50 State Road Trip: Best Museum in Each State

Few institutions stamp the cultural identity of a nation, region, or city like museums. Whether they are venerable sites such as the Art Institute of Chicago, whimsical venues like the Kazoo Museum in South Carolina, or contemplative places like the Civil Rights Museum in Atlanta, museums have become sources of civic pride.

The Death of Magellan

Fernao de Magalhaes, better known in English as Ferdinand Magellan convinced the Spanish King to finance the quest for an western route to the Indonesian Islands. On September 20, 1519, Magellan set sail. It took him over a year of sailing the Atlantic and then southward along the coast of South America before he came upon the straights that now bear his name at the tip of the continent. They sailed for five months through the Pacific, so named by his crew because during that time they did not encounter a single storm.

What Does the Ban on Airbnb-Style Rentals in Palma Mean for the Balearics?

Following the recent announcement of a ban on short-term flat rentals in Palma, Majorca, there has been much polemic about that the impact the new legislation may have on future tourism – both in the Balearics and Spain as a whole. In 2016, more than four million Britons visited the Balearics, an increase of 7.5 per cent on the previous year, some of whom will have inevitably opted for rental properties via online holiday sites.

The Drawbridge You Can Cross in Two Seconds

It takes an average of two seconds to cross Bermuda’s Somerset Bridge by car – sneeze and you might miss it. With an opening just 56cm wide, the world's smallest drawbridge is large enough to accommodate the mast of a sailboat. Yet the bridge, which links the southern tip of Somerset Island to Sandys Parish on the south-western shore of the main island, once saved Bermuda’s residents up to three hours in travel time.

She's Trying to Be the First Black Woman to Visit Every Country

But for Jessica Nabongo, a UN employee turned travel blogger, becoming the first black woman to visit every country on Earth isn't just about getting her name in a record book -- it's about paving the way for women and people of color to do the same. Nabongo was born in Detroit to Ugandan parents and holds two passports.

Air Canada Offers to Help Passengers Stranded by a Possible Pilot Strike

Air Canada has turned the tables on WestJet by taking advantage of labour uncertainty at its Calgary rival with a suggestion that it is ready pick up the slack in the event WestJet’s pilots decide to strike. The Montreal-based airline said the public may feel anxious about potential labour disruption after WestJet pilots announced they are beginning a 15-day voting period to give its negotiators a strike mandate.

This Airline Took a Year to Perfect Its In-Flight Breakfast Tacos

In the latest airlines news, United is finally making breakfast tacos at 30,000 feet a reality—a move that's apparently been over a year in the making. Seriously. Earlier this afternoon, the airline announced that they're beefing up their in-flight Choice Menu, and one of the new additions is, in fact, breakfast tacos. An airplane isn't exactly the first thing that comes to mind when you're craving Mexican food.

Kauai After Devastating Storm: What's Open, What's Closed

Hawaii tourism officials want visitors to know that Kauai's North Shore is open for business, though some roads and resorts remain closed after disastrous, record-shattering rains flooded the area in mid-April. The powerful storm dropped 28 inches of rainfall during a 24-hour period on April 14-15. On Tuesday, the County of Kauai issued this update on conditions.

Notes From the Underground: Subterranean Sites Lure Travelers

Some of the best travel destinations are literally just below our feet, says David Farley, author of Underground Worlds: A Guide to Spectacular Subterranean Places. The new book, to be released May 15, includes dozens of buried marvels from bunkers to mines to hotels. “Every one of these are kind of a wonder in a way. They were either formed by nature or man, and they’re incredible.”

How To Stay Thin When Cruising

It's pizza and croissants and desserts, Oh My! There's nothing like luxury cruising. But as my husband Bill would tell you, "There's a cookie around every corner." It's absolutely no fun to disembark a ship when you're 10 pounds heavier than when you got on. Let's face it, when you travel -- even in lavish luxury -- your diet-and-fitness routine usually takes its own vacation.

Getting to Grips With a 40ft Cruise Ship Surf Simulator

It’s hard to think of anything that better encapsulates the spirit of Royal Caribbean than the FlowRider surfing experience. Synonymous with innovation and fun, the cruise line offers a raft of on-board activities, but none quite so iconic as its 40ft-long surf simulator. The best thing of all is that anybody can do it.

Farm-to-Hotel: 10 Resorts That Grow Their Own Food

In a world where farm-to-table has become a catchphrase, hotels around the USA and the rest of North America are joining the movement with their own produce-rich gardens and farms. These 10 hotels are upping the freshness ante, hoping guests will appreciate the quality of house-grown vegetables and their lighter carbon footprints during their stay.

5 Ways to Stay Safe on Bus Trips Abroad

Traveling by bus abroad can be a fun and affordable way to see the sights, but depending on where you go, road safety can be a big issue. Here’s what to know before you go. Terrorism, infectious disease and crime are common worries for travelers, but we’re all much more likely to be hurt or killed on the world’s roads. Many of us don’t drive when abroad — instead we enjoy bus tours, taxis or other private vehicles, but that doesn’t mean you’re at the whim of your driver.

Amazing Animal Adventures: See the World's Smallest Penguins in New Zealand

“The penguins are wild, coming and going naturally, they leave the colony before it gets light in the morning and return from sea at night as it starts getting dark in the evening,” Agnew says. “We protect them from introduced predatory mammals and human disturbance, we also provide them with space to nest and nesting boxes to breed in.”

Marriott Hotels is Trying to Take On Airbnb

Marriott International, the largest hotel company in the world, is attempting to take on Airbnb with its own offering for the homeshare market. Launching Tributeportfoliohomes.com on 23 April, Marriott has a selection of more than 200 specially selected homes in London to choose from.

The world's Best Horse-Riding Holidays

Whether you love nothing more than viewing the world from atop a horse, or are a novice eager to learn, these are some of the world's best horseback adventures.

12-year-old Got in a Fight With His Mom, So He Took Her Credit Card and Ran Away to Bali

An adventurous (and mischievous) 12-year-old boy stole his mom’s credit card and booked an escape to Bali for four days. After getting in a fight with his mom, the boy — identified by the pseudonym Drew — stole her credit card and booked a spiteful runaway flight from his home in Australia to Denpasar.

Beautiful Madeira, the Island of Eternal Springtime

Year-round spring climate. Mountains soaring from an ocean of deepest blue. An abundance of exotic fruit and superlative seafood. Unusual wines. Madeira seems to be the island that has it all. Yet Portugal's "pearl of the Atlantic" has always had an image problem.

Kayak, Bushwhack and Get to Know Scat On An Adventure Cruise to Alaska

There are many ways to explore Alaska — backpacking, a big cruise line — and fewer ways to explore the Inside Passage and the 5,130 square miles of mostly wilderness that is Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve, named a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1979.

Carnival Horizon the Line's Best Ship

I’ve just stepped off Carnival Cruise Line’s new, 3,960-guest Carnival Horizon, in the Port of Barcelona. And while her Mediterranean season is short (she sets sail for New York and Miami in a few weeks’ time), this is a ship that truly is a destination in its own right.

Catriona Rowntree: After 20 Years Travelling, Nowhere Compares to Egypt

She’s been travelling the world for Channel 9’s Getaway for more than two decades, so to say Catriona Rowntree loves travel is an understatement. Despite being constantly wowed by breathtaking new destinations, Rowntree says nowhere can compare with the place where her love of travel began — Egypt.

See Inside The Eliza Jane, a New Hotel Inspired by The Daily Picayune's First Woman Publisher

Eliza Jane Nicholson, who in 1876 became the first female publisher of a major metropolitan newspaper, The Daily Picayune, is back in the spotlight, this time as the inspiration behind one of the Hyatt's newest hotels in New Orleans.

Uber to Stop Storing Precise Location Pick-ups/Drop-offs in Driver Logs

Uber is planning to tweak the historical pick-up and drop-off logs that drivers can see in order to slightly obscure the exact location, rather than planting an exact pin in it (as now). The idea is to provide a modicum more privacy for users while still providing drivers with what look set to be remain highly detailed trip logs.

8 of the Weirdest and Coolest Events Around the World

Would you do yoga in the nude? How about taking your pup to a festival totally dedicated to pets? If that’s not your bag, perhaps a marathon of pizza eating may tickle your fancy. Whatever weird interest you may have, there’s probably an event for it somewhere in the world.

Tanzania comes into existence

Britain and Germany had long been the colonial powers in eastern Africa, and the nation of Tanganyika was no exception. But when British rule came to an end in 1961, Tanganyika peacefully moved into independence with Julius Nyerere as its President. Just offshore on the small island nation of of Zanzibar, however, a long-standing Arab dynasty remained in place even after the British gave the country its independence in 1963

Celestyal Cruises Launches 20 Percent Commission Special for Travel Agents

MIAMI, FL – April 2018 – Celestyal Cruises is celebrating the launch of its newest itineraries with a 20% commission special on 7-day all-inclusive cruise bookings. The company is pleased to demonstrate its ongoing commitment to its North American travel agent partners rewarding them with commission across the majority of components, including the cruise fare (which includes, standard unrestricted drinks package and select shore excursions), additional pre-sold shore excursions, and pre-sold premium drinks upgrade package.

Place 10 of 52: In Los Cabos, Beaches Abound, but So Does Generosity

The southern tip of Baja California, Mexico, turned out to be like an immersive choose-your-own-adventure novel. Here are a few of those turns, and the resulting ups and downs. The peninsula seems synonymous with Los Cabos, comprising the cities of Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo, where I stayed, all connected by a 20-mile “corridor” of resorts and golf courses.

Should Fliers Be Forced to Watch the Safety Video?

Airlines spend millions on safety videos, updating them, making them “watchable” and spicing them up with humor and celebrities in some cases. But no one listens. Most airline passengers, whether they’re veteran travelers or not, believe that no harm will come to them when they fly. And while it’s true that death-by-flying is extremely rare in commercial aviation, serious injuries do happen

Not Even a Slew of Ravaging Hurricanes Could Knock Out These National Park Treasures

Before Hurricane Irma ever made landfall at the waterfront town of St. Marys, Georgia, in September, local officials and US National Park Service employees did everything they could to batten down the hatches. They activated their emergency response plans, working hard to board up mainland structures and the park service's historic structures and treasures 7 nautical miles away on Cumberland Island.

29 Reasons Why Iceland is Incredible This Spring

Iceland is most often seen as a winter (think Northern Lights and blankets of white) destination or summer (endless days and al fresco dining) adventure, but there's a lot to be said for visiting now, just as spring has sprung.

A Uniquely Spanish Part of the Meal

Spain is a country in love with food, renowned for everything from tapas to trailblazing chefs to simple, elegant recipes that have endured for generations. So it may seem counterintuitive, perhaps even heretical, to say that the most important thing about a Spanish lunch is not the food. But it’s true.

The World's Most Luxurious Airport Hotels

Airport hotels are better known for being a convenient and practical place to stay than they are for luxury. But all that might be changing: In recent years, many airport hotels have stepped up their tgame with updated guest rooms and resort-style amenities. Gone are the days when a night at an airport hotel meant being boxed up in a cookie-cut room ​or sleeping under ​​a wine​-red comforter.

Airline Complaints: Do's and Dont's and Picking the Right Words

Here’s some expert advice on writing an airline consumer complaint: Be precise. Include details such as your confirmation code, flight number and travel date. “When the airline receives your email, it begins an investigation, which proceeds more efficiently when they have all the facts,” she advises.

Why I’ll Never Travel With a Backpack Again

From Spain and Canada, to Russia and — most recently — South Korea; two-time snowboarding world champion Alex “Chumpy” Pullin has travelled around the world and back again in the pursuit of gold medal glory. Fresh from competing in this year’s Winter Olympics, he takes us through his packing essentials.

The Best Way to See Cuba is On a Cruise Ship

There may be a travel advisory in place for Americans visiting Cuba, but diehard cruisers aren’t listening. In fact when American-based cruise lines began service to Cuba last year, they were inundated with bookings from excited passengers all anxious to visit Havana before, well, the ships ruined it.

10 Spectacular Natural Wonders to Explore On a Caribbean Cruise

Soft-sand beaches, powder-blue seas, rustling coconut palms… that’s the quintessential picture of the Caribbean. Yet among the tropical landscapes are a clutch of natural wonders, many of them deliciously hidden from the eyes of the coach-trip hordes and requiring a little effort to reach. Tangled rainforests, sparkling waterfalls and kaleidoscopic coral reefs can add an extra dimension to any cruise.

The Celine Dion Suite at This Canadian Hotel Will Make Your Heart Go On

Fairmont Le Château Frontenac is celebrating its 125th anniversary this year. Recognized for being the most photographed hotel in the world, the Château is an iconic landmark in Québec City’s skyline inspired by the castles in France’s Loire Valley. The Château has planned a full year of celebration with events and expositions culminating on December 18, 2018 — the official birthday of Fairmont Le Château Frontenac.

Nostalgic Photos of Tourists in U.S. National Parks

In 1976, photographer Roger Minick was teaching a workshop in Yosemite National Park when he became fascinated with an unexpected subject: the American tourist. Captivated by hordes of visitors, camera-toting families, and packed motor coaches, this photographer embarked on a road trip to capture them.

Colors of Tunisia: Sea, Sand, Medinas and the Arab Spring

The colors of Tunisia’s landscape change hourly with the light of the Mediterranean sun. Vermilion, sapphire, olive green, white, gold and ocher can all be seen in the sky, sea and sand. Visitors may be surprised by the varied hues of these contrasting landscapes: azure sea and white-sand beaches; verdant plains, olive orchards and vineyards; deserts with oases of date palm trees; forests in the north and the rugged Atlas mountains.

La Marseillaise

On April 25th, 1792, Claude Joseph Rouget de Lisle composed "La Marseillaise", the song destined to become the French national anthem. Rouget composed the song as a rallying cry as Prussian and Austrian armies marched on France. The song became the French national anthem on Bastille Day in 1795.

2018 FlyerTalk Awards: The Top Loyalty Programs

The awards were voted on by members of FlyerTalk, a popular online community devoted to frequent-traveler interests. The FlyerTalk Awards are one of two by big frequent-traveler communities to recognize frequent-flier programs. They join the long-standing Freddie Awards, now in their 29th year. The Freddies, the most high-profile of the awards for loyalty programs, are set to be unveiled later this month.

This Is What It's Like Inside Thailand's Real Life Jurassic Park

I was woken up, suddenly, by the guttural roar of a dinosaur. It sounded close – just metres away from the small hut where I’d been sleeping. I had spent the night in the heart of a real life Jurassic Park: Phu Wiang, a little known national park in the often overlooked northeastern corner of Thailand.

Why Don't Planes Have Bunk Beds?

You’ve got a 12-hour flight to Dubai: would you rather be sitting up or lying down? For most, it’s an easy answer. No-one likes being strapped to a chair, sharing armrests with strangers for such a long stint; that's why it costs a lot of money to get horizontal on a plane. Which got us thinking.

China's Scariest Outdoor Attractions

China is increasingly giving America a run for its money as the land of the biggest and the best. As the world's most populous nation with the world's second-biggest economy, the self-styled Middle Kingdom is finding new and increasingly nerve-racking ways to attract and entertain tourists.

Has Santorini Island Found a Savior?

Santorini's sweeping caldera, sunset cruises, picturesque blue-domed churches and whitewashed vacation cottages carved into a 300-meter cliff have made it an unstoppable success story among the islands of Greece.

Loews Resorts at Universal Orlando Highlighting Florida Flavors

Guests of certain Loews Hotels in Universal Orlando will soon be able to spot some popular names in Florida food and beverage on resort menus. Select Florida-based ingredients, foods and drinks are being highlighted at Loews’ Portofino Bay, Sapphire Falls, and Royal Pacific hotels..

13 Out of 14 Humans Live in the Same Hemisphere

The human population of earth, of course, is not distributed evenly over its surface. The "Valeriepieris Circle" is perhaps the most shocking implication of this fact: more than half the people on earth live within a 2,000-mile radius of the town of Mong Khet in northeast Burma. But there's another way to visualize the way humanity clusters, and for this one, we have to travel from Burma to Switzerland. Let's call it the Rankin Hemisphere.

Sleepovers? Feminist Tours? Custom Beer? Museums Get Creative

Museum Hack specializes in unconventional, interactive, story-driven sessions aimed at people who may or may not enjoy museums but are drawn to certain subjects. For Harry Potter fans, for instance, there’s “The Completely Unofficial and Definitely Unlicensed Boy Wizard Tour,” offered in San Francisco and New York.

How to Travel to Iceland

There are plenty of reasons why Iceland is one of the hottest travel destinations: it’s home to some 30 active volcanoes, steaming hot springs, and bubbling geysers, to name a few of its natural attractions. The Land of Fire and Ice is also famous for specific sites, like the largest glacier in Europe by volume and crystalline ice caves that can only be explored in the winter. And that’s to say nothing of the flickering Northern lights above.

Travel Nightmares: What to Do If Your Hotel Reservation is Lost

After a long drive from Buffalo to Gananoque, Ontario, Adam Cole's hotel delivered some bad news for him: His reservation was "gone." "I had a confirmation from my travel agent," says Cole, director of a music school in Atlanta, "but there was no room."

How To Retire On A Luxury Cruise Ship

Mama is the ultimate cruiser, who had a choice when she retired. A senior community? Or a cruise ship? For her, the answer was easy -- a cruise ship. In fact, a Crystal cruise ship, which is widely acknowledged as one of the world's best luxury cruise lines.

Disney Cruise Line Has a New President

Twenty-eight year Disney veteran Jeff Vahle has been named president of Disney Signature Experiences, a new grouping that includes Disney Cruise Line, Disney Vacation Club, Adventures by Disney and Disney's Hawaii resort Aulani.

Founding of the Library of Congress

President John Adams signed into law an act establishing the Library of Congress on April 24, 1800. The same act transferred of the seat of government of the United States from Philadelphia to the District of Columbia. The law made available the sum of $5,000 "for the purchase of such books as may be necessary for the use of Congress

SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS AWARDED SKYTRAX™ 4-STAR RATING FOR THE 16TH CONSECUTIVE YEAR

Fort Lauderdale, FL (April 23, 2018) – South African Airways (SAA), the national flag carrier of South Africa, has maintained a Skytrax™ 4-Star rating, in both Business and Economy Class, for a 16th consecutive year. The Skytrax™ rating signifies that South African Airways’ product and service standards on long-haul, regional and domestic flights continue to perform at the high standard that meets 4-Star levels.

5 Springtime Italian Coast Getaways for Less

If you’re willing to travel in the spring instead of the summer, you can enjoy some of the most luxurious Italian coast resorts for much, much less. It’s common for hotels along the Italian coast to be closed during the winter months and full to capacity during the summer. But between these extremes, the spring months offer an attractive combination of mild temperatures and lack of crowds.

The Best European Museum Exhibits for Spring 2018

One of the best times to travel to Europe is the spring when the weather perks up but high-season prices haven’t yet kicked in. Museums throughout the continent typically open some of the year’s best exhibits at this popular time of year.

Why You Should Swap Santorini for Ios, the Chic Greek Island That's on the Up

Sandwiched between Santorini and Mykonos, the Greek of isle of Ios often gets overlooked - but all that's about to change. While Ios lacks the jet-set buzz of its sister Cyclades, being sandwiched between Santorini and Mykonos has definite advantages. With no airport of its own, the island benefits from easy access via its better-known neighbours without being similarly swamped by summertime hordes.

Celebrate Shakespeares Birthday in Stratford Upon Avon

It’s time to dust off the candles (454 this year) and celebrate Shakespeare’s birthday in his home town. He was probably born on April 23, but the party started on Saturday 21 with a parade and garden parties. Sonnets on the chain ferry across the Avon contribute to the merrymaking.

In Hawaii, Being Nice is the Law

‘Aloha’ is a legal concept that grew out of the necessity for Hawaiians to live in peace and work together, in harmony with the land and their spiritual beliefs. There may be many words to explain friendly encounters, but at least one of them is ‘Aloha’. And as it turns out, ‘Aloha’ is actually the law here.

Land of Fire Opens Up to Visitors

Azerbaijan is the land of mountains and mud volcanoes, multiculturalism and mugham music. Straddling East and West, it blends dramatic landscapes with a people and culture that reflect its fascinating location at the crossroads of Turkey, Russia and Iran.

Cutting Plastic & Cutting Prices - The Travel Industry Digs Earth Day

This Sunday is Earth Day, which has been celebrated annually since 1970. Hotels, airports, airlines, and other segments of the travel industry are joining in to draw attention to environmental movements worldwide. From Earth Day discounts to corporate-wide commitment, the travel industry is digging in to celebrate our planet.

These Incredible Hotels Will Blow Your Mind

From slipper-carrying robots to futuristic setups you never dreamt of, take a look inside the world’s new breed of cutting-edge hotels with our A-Z of how checking in is going to get a lot more interesting.

Woman Hit with U.S. Customs Fine After Flying with Fruit

Crystal Tadlock was given an apple sealed in a wrapper on her Delta flight from Paris on Wednesday. She was not hungry at the time and figured it would be a good snack for her second leg back to Denver. Tadlock likely passed by numerous signs and alerts warning items Customs says must be declared at the port of entry in Minneapolis. That would include fresh fruit, Customs and Border Patrol says.

Cool Ideas From the Aircraft Interiors Expo in Hamburg

Hundreds of exhibitors gathered here last week at the mega trade show called the Aircraft Interiors Expo. Exhibitors used the event to show off the latest products, innovations and — in some cases — wacky ideas for everything from airplane seats and in-flight entertainment systems to passenger comforts such as snacks and amenity kits.

An Even Bigger Norwegian Cruise Line Ship Than Bliss? CEO Doesn't Rule It Out

Will Norwegian Cruise Line ever build a ship significantly bigger than its just-unveiled Norwegian Bliss? Norwegian president and CEO Andy Stuart doesn't dismiss the idea. Right now the Miami-based company is focused on developing a new series of smaller vessels called the Leonardo Class that will begin debuting in 2022.

Princess Builds Up Taiwan Program

Princess Cruises is deploying three ships in Taiwan for the first time in 2018. The Majestic Princess, Sun Princess and Diamond Princess will offer over 50 sailings, providing 140,000 domestic guests and 14,000 fly-in guests with unique itineraries to Japan and authentic onboard experience, the company said.

Founding of the Conch Republic

Drug smuggling and illegal immigration during the early 1980's found a home in southern Florida. The United States Border Patrol set up a roadblock and an inspection point in Key West to stop vehicles for searches. Both local citizens and tourists were greatly inconvenienced. Delays became so notorious that commercial airline traffic actually increased to the community to avoid the checkpoint. The Key West City Council complained to no avail.

Learning About the Civil Rights Era Through Travel

History museums, attractions and destinations around the country are emphasizing the civil rights story in an age of renewed activism around race and equality. On and off the trail, history museums, attractions and destinations around the country are emphasizing the civil rights story in an era of renewed activism around race and equality.

Disney's Animal Kingdom at 20: Imagineer Joe Rohde on the Park's History and Future

Disney's Animal Kingdom, the newest of Disney World's four parks, opened twenty years ago on Earth Day 1998. Joe Rohde (Vice President and Executive Desiger, Creative), has been working with Disney Imagineering for almost twice as long

These Are the Best Alpine Resorts for Late-Season Skiing

After several disappointing ski seasons, 2018 was the year the snow finally returned to the Alps. All across France, Austria, Switzerland and Italy, holidaymakers were greeted by tantalising white pistes from January onwards, with some of the best conditions of the last five years.

Which is Better: Greece or Croatia?

So interchangeable are the islands of Greece and Croatia that the producers of the Mamma Mia! film sequel (due for release this July) have chosen Vis, off the Dalmatian coast, as a stand-in for the story’s fictional Greek island of Kalokairi – which must have had Greek tourism officials harrumphing over their houmous.

Are These the Best Beaches in Cuba?

With 3,570 miles of coastline, it's no surprise that Cuba boasts an abundance of white sand beaches and clear blue waters. When Christopher Columbus landed here in 1492, he is thought to have declared the island "the most beautiful land human eyes have ever seen." Ever since then, acclaim for the natural beauty of Cuba, the largest island in the Caribbean, has only grown.

Water Scooter Gunmen Fire at Beach Vendor in Mexico's Cancun

Gunmen on water scooters shot at a roving vendor on a beach in Cancun's glittering hotel zone Thursday, an incident believed to be unprecedented for the Caribbean city. Nobody was wounded. According to a police report, the afternoon shooting happened in front of a hotel in the heart of Cancun's resort-studded strip.

European River Cruises Selling Out

It may sound strange as we enter spring, but now is the time to think about booking that fall or winter cruise getaway. Of course, this isn’t necessary for every ship or every destination, but with so many new ships coming out this year on the oceans and rivers of the world, booking your cruise well ahead of schedule has never been more important.

Norwegian Bliss Is the World's Newest Over-the-Top Cruise Ship

Move over Symphony of the Seas, there’s a new giant cruise ship out there. The Norwegian Bliss is the latest mega-ship from Norwegian Cruise Line, with room for 4,004 passengers on 20 decks, multiple pools and waterslides, and 30—30!—bars and restaurants. It is nearly as long as the Chrysler Building is tall, at 994 feet.

Bubble Domes Are the Only Way to Camp in Ireland

You don’t need us to tell you Ireland is staggeringly beautiful. It’s idyllic, picture-perfect, everything you’ve read and more, especially when you step away from the tourist-rich hots pots like Dublin and Belfast. However, the island’s best natural experiences are far from the madding crowds in the extreme west or the wilds of Northern Ireland.

Heritage Explains: How Airbnb Is Helping Not Hurting

This week, Romina Boccia, deputy director of Heritage’s Thomas A. Roe Institute for Economic Policy Studies and Grover M. Hermann Research Fellow explains the "Airbnb effect" and new research that’s proving that alternative lodging is actually increasing tourism and overall travel, with direct benefits for local economies.

DSA VACATIONS REAPPOINTED TO OPERATE SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS VACATIONS

Fort Lauderdale, FL (April 18, 2018) – South African Airways (SAA), the national flag carrier of South Africa, has reappointed DSA Vacations to manage and operate South African Airways Vacations® (SAA Vacations®), the airline’s branded vacation package program for the North America market. The three-year term of the agreement is effective January 1, 2019, through December 31, 2021. Since its inception in 2006, SAA Vacations has grown to become one of the largest tour operators selling a wide range of air-inclusive affordable luxury vacation packages to popular tourist destinations throughout Africa.

The Mariel Boatlift

On April 20, 1980, Cuba's Fidel Castro unexpectedly announced that any Cuban desiring to emigrate to the U.S. could do so. At the port of Mariel west of Havana, boats were made available and 125,000 Cubans pointed their small craft northward to Miami. For weeks prior, political dissent had been running high in Havana.

These Are Britain's Most Beautiful Train Journeys

How to enrich an everyday rail journey? Scan the station departure screens for a glimpse of a faraway place, and plan for the day you will forsake your usual train and make your escape. Laced within the most humdrum rail schedules are some exotic anomalies – even from an inner-city station or a windswept halt in rural Norfolk. You just need to know where to start.

New Law Could Make It Harder to Tell How Much Your Airline Tickets Cost

An old ticket-price tactic for airlines may make a surprise comeback, thanks to proposed legislation. Before a 2011 full-fare advertising rule forbade it, airlines displayed initial "base" ticket fares online without including the mandatory taxes and fees. The FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018, introduced last week, puts that rule in jeopardy. The bill funds the Federal Aviation Administration, but is also used for other purposes, such as revising aviation rules and consumer laws.

Now It's Norwegian Cruise Line's Turn to Unveil a Giant New Ship

Add Norwegian Cruise Line to the list of cruise companies with a giant new ship. Just three weeks after Royal Caribbean unveiled its biggest ship ever and two weeks after Carnival Cruise Line added a sizable new vessel of its own, Norwegian has taken delivery of its largest ship ever, the 168,028-ton Norwegian Bliss.

Britain in the Sun: The UK's Best Beaches, Pub Walks, Outdoor Pools and Seaside Hotels

Britain's interminable winter has finally ended – and how. It will reach 28C in parts of Britain this week – that's hotter than Malaga, Corfu, and Marrakesh! So where best to enjoy the sun? We've got the answers.

After Passenger Dragging Last Year, Airlines Improved Performance

One year after a United Airlines passenger was violently dragged off a plane for refusing to be bumped, United and most other airlines have dramatically reduced their rates of bumping passengers from overbooked flights.

The Tiny French Caribbean Islands You've Probably Never Heard Of

Seen from above, the French Caribbean islands of Guadeloupe look like the emerald wings of a butterfly. Located within the lower crescent of the Caribbean archipelago between the islands of Montserrat and Dominica, these twin islands and a smaller cluster of satellite islets don't just offer intrepid travelers spectacular white sand beaches.

Strangest Things I’ve Heard at the Airport Check-In Counter

They’re at the frontline of one of life’s most stressful situations — checking in at the airport. Yet despite the flak they cop from frustrated passengers when travel plans go awry, amazingly, check-in staff still manage to keep their sense of humour.

10 Unique, Legendary Places to Visit in Florence, Italy

The city of Florence, Italy has more than its fair share of historical sites to see, from the spectacular Santa Maria del Fiore cathedral topped with Brunelleschi's magnificent dome to the treasures of the Uffizi and Accademia museums to the ancient Ponte Vecchio bridge.

Now Guests Can Take a Private Plane From Honolulu to Four Seasons Resort Lanai

The Four Seasons Resort Lanai has launched a new private plane service designed to make it easier for guests to get from Honolulu to the lesser-known Hawaiian island. Lanai Air meets guests from the U.S. mainland at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport in Honolulu and whisks them onto turboprop planes for a private, 35-minute flight to Lanai Airport.

'Cliff Camping' Lets You Sleep in a Bed Dangling 60 Feet Above the English Channel

Most people love hotel beds because they’re soft and luxurious. However, there are some travelers out there who prefer a constant adrenaline rush to a comfortable night's sleep. A unique B&B, the brainchild of climber Eddy Young, offers thrill-seekers the chance to sleep on the face of a cliff in Dorset, about 60 feet above the English Channel.

Photos of the Chinese Town That Duplicated Paris

On the eastern coast of China—some 6,000 miles from the City of Light—a 354-foot replica of the Eiffel Tower dominates Tianducheng’s skyline. Known as the “Paris of the East”, the luxury real estate development in Zhejiang province was designed to evoke classical European charm.

Napa, Sonoma Wineries Are Pouring as California Wildfire Memories Fade

Blazing yellow mustard flowers that herald spring have returned to garnish the hillsides and flatlands of Napa Valley and Sonoma County. The blooms flourish in contrast to the perception "that the wine country was destroyed, the wineries were all destroyed, the vineyards were all destroyed” in wildfires that began last Oct. 8, says Tom Blackwood, general manager of Buena Vista Winery in the Carneros region of Sonoma County.

The Best Cruises for Family Travel

Looking for a fun-filled cruise that the entire clan can get on board with? Pleasing pint-sized passengers and their parents is the name of the travel game for these 10 cruise lines that cater to kids (and kids at heart).

Amsterdam Castle Opens: Historic Site to Serve as Lodging Residence

Following almost four years of renovations and redecoration at the historic Amsterdam Castle, the owners are ready to accommodate its first guests. Nigel Ghotbi and Leslie Ashley, a husband and wife duo, opened the Amsterdam Castle for business today on the city’s South Side, as a lodging residence featuring 21 suites.

Oklahoma City Bombing

On this day in 1995, the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City was destroyed by a car bomb. American militia movement sympathizer Timothy McVeigh parked a truck filled with volatile nitrate fertilizer in front of the building and detonated the contents. The explosion claimed 168 lives, including 19 children under the age of 6 and 680 people were injured. McVeigh claimed his hatred for the Federal government motivated his crime.

Brand New 2018 Ship American Constitution Successfully Passes Sea Trials

GUILFORD, CT—April 16, 2018—American Cruise Lines is pleased to announce that its first new ship of 2018, American Constitution, successfully passed Sea Trials last week in Chesapeake Bay. With the U.S. Coast Guard aboard, American Constitution underwent speed trials, an endurance run, and was thoroughly tested in all areas of safety and maneuverability.

Central Holidays Unveils Deluxe Paris Summer Deal

Central Holidays is unveiling an amazing Deluxe Paris Summer Special – starting at $1,309 per person, double occupancy – the savings percentage on this deal is actually significantly more than 25% if booked separately as all elements are private and deluxe – such as transfers, accommodations, and private touring.

Best Affordable Beach Resorts in the Caribbean for 2018

A beachfront hotel in Barbados for $150 a night? Your own Jamaican oasis with white sand and aqua waters for $100? Believe it or not, it’s not too good to be true; prime beachfront real estate in the Caribbean need not equal prohibitively high hotel rates.

A Birder's Paradise in Zimbabwe

One of the greatest concentrations of birds of prey in the world can be found among the towering rock formations and thick forests of Matobo National Park. This combination of towering rock formations, some of them hundreds of feet high, and thick forests has made Matobo an ornithologist’s paradise.

Ryanair is the World's Safest Airline After Southwest's Mid-air Tragedy

Within hours of the emergency landing of a Southwest jet at Philadelphia, and the news that one passenger had died after a catastrophic engine failure, flight number 1380 had disappeared from the airline’s schedules.

Investigation Raises Concerns Over Allegiant Air's Safety Record

An American airline that flew 12 million passengers last year, to holiday hotspots in Florida, as well as Las Vegas and Los Angeles, is at the centre of an investigation over its “high record of in-flight breakdowns”. Allegiant Air, a budget carrier that serves 120 destinations across the United States, suffered more than 100 serious mechanical incidents

Wine and Waterfalls In the Columbia River Gorge

The Columbia River Gorge is a marvel of nature known for spectacular waterfalls, scenery and hiking. But it’s also famous in the world of wine. The region’s geology has given rise to a wine industry that’s growing in both number and reputation, with more than 40 wineries within a 40-mile (60-kilometre) stretch.

The Most Unique Vacation Rentals in Florida Include Tree Houses, Hangars, Huts, and Yurts

Whether you’re a Floridian in search of a more adventurous kind of staycation, or a tourist looking to skip the theme parks and resorts in favor of tiny houses or shipping containers, the Internet offers plenty of weird and wonderful options in the Sunshine State.

Why I Visit a Mosque Wherever I Travel

On my first trip to Rome, I did as the tourists do: paid my respects at the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, Vatican, and no fewer than a dozen gelato shops. But the memory that lingers strongest a decade later is of boarding a nondescript commuter train to Parioli with my friends to visit the Moschea di Roma, the largest mosque in Europe.

Pixar Fest is Under Way at Disney Theme Parks

Pixar Fest debuted at Disneyland Parks on Friday with a multimedia fireworks show and two parades, "Pixar Play Parade" and the lighted "Paint the Night" Parade. Visitors will see characters from Pixar Animation Studios' films including "Toy Story," "Monsters, Inc.," "Coco" and "Up" at events in Disneyland and California Adventure.

How to Make Sure Your Cruise Ship is Safe

Cruise ships offer one of the most relaxing ways to get away. But we sometimes hear about terrible trouble on the seas when it comes to health and safety. As we reported in January, an analysis by the CDC shows that more cruise ships failed health inspections in 2017 than at any other time in the past decade.

Cruise secrets: Expert reveals how to make the most of on-board entertainment

Entertainment on cruises is big business, with many ships offering plenty of onboard activities and evening spectacles. Cruising is big business, with almost two million Britons setting sail on a cruise in 2017. But, when cruise goers are enjoying some down time between exploring new destinations, they like to be kept entertained with onboard activities.

Massive Lego Replica of Titanic Built By Boy with Autism Finds Home

A 26-foot-long, 5-foot-high, 4-foot-wide Titanic model — built out of 56,000 Legos by an autistic boy from Iceland — is on exhibit at the Titanic Museum Attraction in Pigeon Forge. Obsessed with the ill-fated ocean liner, Brynjar Karl Birgisson built his replica when he was 10.

Bachelor Parties Become Battles for Survival

This is not a description of a new TV show concept, a sociological experiment, or a modern-day reenactment of "The Lord of the Flies." It's a bachelor party that took place in 2016, organized by an adventurous group of French friends and the groom with whom they were celebrating.

EXPLORE WEST AFRICA WITH SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS VACATIONS® AFFORDABLE AIR-INCLUSIVE PACKAGES

Fort Lauderdale, FL (April 16, 2018) - South African Airways Vacations® (SAA Vacations®), the leisure division of South African Airways offers affordable air-inclusive packages to destinations in West Africa. Immerse in the rich culture, history, and beauty of Ghana or Senegal with one of SAA Vacations™ air-inclusive packages starting at $2999* (restrictions apply).

The Republic of Ireland Act

Ireland, oppressed by Great Britain for most of its political existence, was historically gripped by poverty and successive waves of emigration from its shores, largely to the United States. However, by the 1990's Ireland had become one of the strongest and fastest growing economies in the world.

In an Era of Empowerment, More Trips for Women

The #MeToo movement inspired women around the world to speak up about issues of gender equality and female equality. Now the tourism industry is focusing on empowerment, with new tours and programs designed specifically for women travelers.

Honeymoon Guide: Six Appealing Aruba Resorts for Couples

The Dutch island of Aruba has a coastal landscape contrasting some of the best beaches in the world with a desert landscape of cacti, aloe plants and dramatic divi-divi trees. Aruba is south of the Caribbean’s Hurricane Belt, which eases the minds of honeymooners booking travel during the Caribbean’s hurricane season, which generally peaks August through October.

Tens of Thousands of Passengers Left Stranded by Latest Air France Strike

At least 40,000 passengers have been left stranded by the latest Air France strike, with a similar number likely to be affected tomorrow. The management have warned the stoppages are “putting the company’s future in danger”.

Why Phone-Addict Teenagers Really Want the Great Outdoors on Holiday

“Don’t get attached,” warns Daisy, as a Dartmoor pony ambles towards us out of the mist. My daughter, Flo, giggles at her friend’s advice. This is now the mantra for the two teenagers in our party whenever we encounter an animal, be it squirrel or Highland cow.

2018's Most Expensive Cities for Business Travel

Business travel can be a pricey affair -- whether it's grabbing that extra takeaway coffee to battle jet lag or paying out more than your clothes cost in the first place for the hotel laundry. But which city is the most expensive for business travel?

Finding the Aloha Spirit in Three Hawaiian Islands

The Hawaiian Islands hold a special, almost mystical, appeal for many mainland Americans and Asian visitors, myself included. Recently I traveled to Oahu, the Big Island and Kauai to see which island I liked best, and to discover new places to stay and activities not to be missed.

Rainy Day on Maui? Here Are 5 Great Things to do Beyond the Beach

So you came all this way and, oh, it’s raining. Hey, you’re still on Maui. Are you really going to get all cranky? Often you can drive a few miles — or wait 10 minutes — and you’ll have sunshine again. But there are days when spongy gray clouds cover the whole island and it’s not the beach weather you’d bargained for.

New York’s Secret Side: 8 Top Spots to Get Away on a Trip to NYC

As many residents of Gotham will attest, the trick to surviving life in New York is getting away from it all. While the city is jammed with eye-opening sights and endless activities, there are also wondrous ways to escape the frenetic pace. Here’s a hit list of day trips and overnighters New York visitors should add to their itinerary.

Want to Master Spanish? Try an Immersion Program in Mexico City

Spend your vacation learning the Spanish language, then Zen out with yoga. The classes, which are limited to 10 participants, are held in a restored 1920s Spanish Revival mansion in the heart of Mexico City's Polanco District. The six-day immersion program combines group and intense one-on-one sessions, assessments and yoga sessions.

Makeovers Bring Bigger Cabins to Two More Tauck River Cruise Ships

Two more Tauck river ships operating in Europe have just emerged from significant makeovers. The 110-meter-long Treasures and sister ship Esprit each underwent a top-to-bottom overhaul that included a complete rebuilding of mid-level cabin decks.

Battle For the Overhead Bin is as Fierce as Ever

Too much stuff, not enough bin space. The problem is easy enough to define for air travelers. But the solution — despite new airline rules — is not. Consider what happened to Jeff Blend, who recently flew from Washington, D.C., to Los Angeles on United Airlines.

Delta to Get Slice of Cruise Ship Tourist Pie?

Will tourists be getting off cruise ships in Delta and checking out what the city has to offer in a few years? That’s a question to once again ponder as the Port of Vancouver this week enthusiastically announced the start of the 2018 cruise season with the arrival of the first ship at the Canada Place terminal.

The Bay of Pigs Invasion

On April 17, 1961, US backed Cuban exiles landed on Cuban shores in an ill-fated plan to over-throw Fidel Castro. Although financed and planned by the United States, the Kennedy administration withdrew its planned air support for the invasion out of fear of direct involvement and Cuban forces defeated the exiles.

The Palio di Siena: A Survivor's Guide

This is a race in which jockeys — they ride for various contrade, or neighborhoods — feel free to bribe one another, out in the open, before the contest begins. Betrayal is common. Guile is prized. There are no rules but one: A rider may not interfere with the reins of another horse.

Exclusive First Look: Inching Closer to Launch, TWA Hotel Unveils Room Design

Rotary dial phones. Iconic midcentury modern architecture. TaB sodas in the mini-bar. If that sounds like it could be 1962, that’s by design. It’s all part of the DNA of the new TWA Hotel that’s set to open next year at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport.

QE2 Finally Opens as a Floating Hotel in Dubai

She set sail in 1969 as a symbol of Britain’s global aspirations. After almost four decades of service, both illustrious and embarrassing, she was moored, forlorn, at a dock in Dubai. But finally the QE2 is to open as a floating hotel – with bargain rates over the next few months.

Why It's Time to Rediscover Your Favourite Corner of France

One of the most successful French films of recent years, Bienvenue chez les Ch’tis, tells of a postman who is relocated from the Côte d’Azur to a small town near Dunkirk as a punishment for a professional misdeed. What could be more bleak than two years in the shivering north? His fate turns out to be a blessing, of course.

Back in Business: Two Monster Hurricanes Battered These Caribbean Islands

Seven months since several islands in the eastern Caribbean were hit by Hurricanes Irma and Maria, many tourism offerings are back online. Local leaders hope the restoration of tourism infrastructure will pump much-needed dollars into the recovery effort. In Dominica, like in other islands in the Caribbean where Hurricanes Irma and Maria hit in September, the storms proved disastrous not just for homes and businesses, but for the vital tourism economy as well.

Things You Didn’t Know About Your Flight Number

From the moment we arrive at the airport until we pick up our luggage at the other end, our flight number guides us every step of the way. But have you ever wondered what this assortment of letters and numbers means?

Miami Gives Go-Ahead for New Norwegian Cruise Line Terminal

Norwegian Cruise Line’s plan for a shiny new terminal in Miami were given the go-ahead by the Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners. The line revealed design plans for the new Terminal B at PortMiami in March, but needed approval from government officials before moving forward

In Kauai, Where to Eat for Cheap: 20 Places to Chow Down for $20

We know you love to eat like a local when you travel. With the help of experts, we identified some new — and some old — faves on the Garden Isle and tried them, concentrating on the restaurants where residents dine and savor inexpensive fare.

10 of the Best Design Hotels in the World

Charles Eames said the role of the designer is to be a good, thoughtful host and for a design hotel to work, it should do just that. These 10 – from Bali to Budapest – are hard to beat

The Weirdest Things That Are Completely Acceptable to Bring on the Plane With You

Every once in a while, questions about what items are cleared to fly pop up on Quora and leave us scratching our heads. Some recent examples include: slime, citric acid, an accordion, pepper spray, black petrol, a coyote skull, weed, hair wax, and cornbread.

What Happens to Planes When They Are Retired?

Row upon row of derelict aircraft very slowly rusting away in the desert. Aircraft graveyards might be spectacular, but they're just a small cog in the fascinating industry that takes care of commercial aircraft once they're taken out of service.

Why More and More People Are Choosing River Cruises

Booking a holiday can seem like a welcomed reprieve from the deadlines and demands of everyday life, until suddenly you’re faced with the daunting task of planning it. These days the modern traveller is inundated with endless options for just about every aspect of a trip.

The Birth of Charlie Chaplin

The Academy Award-winning British comedy actor Charlie Chaplin was born on this day in 1889. Chaplin is one of the most notable actors and directors of cinema history. Even today his performances greatly influence Hollywood. Over a period of 65 years in the entertainment industry, he acted, directed, wrote and produced films.

Sustainable Travel: It's Not Just About the Environment

The term “sustainable travel” has a green glow to it, connoting eco-friendly practices and environmental responsibility. But the human side of sustainability, as defined by the World Tourism Organization, addresses community impact, both social and economic, and is newly gaining traction among travel companies.

April's #avgeek Gallery: 36 Cool Aviation Photos

Hello Today in the Sky readers! It's time for the March 2018 edition of our "#avgeek photo gallery." For the uninitiated, it's a batch of fun airplane and aviation photos from around the globe. Like several of our previous galleries, this month's collection has a theme; this time it's a look at Canada's Vancouver International Airport.

10 of the World's Most Spectacular Airport Runways

There’s often much talk of the world’s most beautiful airports, but what of their runways? A survey of 8,500 aviation fans recently put Donegal’s in the top spot, thanks to its position skimming the beach, with breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean.

The Philippines' 2,000-year-old Engineering Feat

Often called ‘The Eighth Wonder of the World’, the hand-carved rice terraces in Banaue are long enough to stretch halfway around the globe. Tucked into the slopes of the Philippines’ largest island, Luzon, a living landscape of verdant fields climbs up the steep contours of the Cordillera Mountains towards the sky.

Surveys Say - Alaska and Southwest are Best US airlines, Spirit Remains the Worst

Which airline should you fly? The answer depends on whom you ask or, more importantly, which studies you read. Since March, six different organizations using individual methodologies have released surveys ranking US airlines, best to worst.

10 Hotels With Michelin-Starred Restaurants

Luxury hotels strive to offer their guests amenities of the highest caliber. Here are 10 properties to consider during your travels if you're looking for a top-notch meal just an elevator ride from your hotel room.

Fly Now, Pay Later: Are Travel Loans a Good Deal?

Dreaming of a spring getaway with white-sand beaches and a cool drink in your hand? A search for airline tickets can bring your dream down to earth, if the steep fares charged by many airlines outstrip your savings.

World’s Best Spot to Be at Sunset

Maldives, Australia, Egypt, and more - these are some of the most majestic sunsets in the world. Add them to your bucket list to live up the natural beauty.

Valletta on View: Malta's Capital Shows Off Its Cultural Side

Old Valletta has seen some intense years: 1565, for example, when it was besieged by Ottoman forces; and 1941, the height of the Axis powers’ attempts to bomb or starve Malta into submission. But 2018 looks set to be an equally memorable, and much less harrowing, time, as more than 400 projects mark its year as European Capital of Culture.

Scared of Falling Off a Cruise Ship? Here's What You Should Know

Despite recent reports, cruise ships are still a safe way to vacation. Some might consider cruise ships havens, where passengers can destress freely and there's always something on tap. Still, although extremely rare, bad things can happen on them.

Okinawa Angling to Become Cruise Liner Hub, Not Just Waypoint

Okinawa has unveiled a road map to develop the southern island prefecture into a major hub for international cruise ships in East Asia. With the three-phase scheme, starting this year, the prefectural government is trying to achieve its goal of drawing 2 million cruise tourists from abroad in fiscal 2021 as part of a broader attempt to stimulate the local economy.

The Best Hotel in Every State

The right accommodations can make or break your vacation. One vacation planning mistake you don’t want to make is overlooking the importance of finding the best lodging you can afford. And even with the rising popularity of unconventional and sometimes over-the-top Airbnbs, hotels continue to be a safe bet.

BOOK WITH CONFIDENCE WITH GUARANTEED DATES ON ALL REMAINING 2018 TOURS!

Pawtucket, RI (April 10, 2018) – Collette, global tour operator, is excited to announce that all remaining dates for 2018 are now guaranteed to depart. Collette is dedicated to helping their agent partners sell with confidence. With guaranteed departure dates, clients will have the peace of mind knowing that their tour is guaranteed to depart. For agents, it’s a powerful marketing tool to ease the process of selling.

The Birth of Thomas Jefferson

On this day in 1743, Thomas Jefferson was born in Albemarle County, Virginia. His family was part of a prominent Virginia family, and he received a classical education in history, literature, and languages. His father died when he was 14, and Jefferson inherited over 5,000 acres of Virginia farmland. Part of his inheritance also included many slaves of African descent. He was admitted to the Virginia bar in 1767.

36 Hours in Victoria, British Columbia

This compact, eminently walkable city, set amid the breathtaking beauty and bounty of Vancouver Island, is lauded as one of the world’s top small urban destinations. Beyond the picture-perfect downtown waterfront, British Columbia’s capital is an exhilarating blend of cultures, from Canadian and First Nations to Chinese and European (especially British).

World's Best Destination for Train Lovers? Switzerland

If you want trains specifically designed for sightseeing — that offer longer routes rather than brief excursions — head for Switzerland. Although many ordinary Swiss trains travel through some of the world’s most scenic areas, the Swiss operate four routes that not only run through top scenic areas but also feature panoramic cars specifically designed for maximum visibility.

This Might Be the Best Place in the World for Catspotting

There are two types of people who go on holiday. Those who go straight for the local cats, and the misguided few who don’t. And while Istanbul, Rome and places further afield jostle for status as “travel cat” heaven, laidback Essaouira is quietly making things happen organically. A charming coastal town, with none of the chaos that you’ll find in busier Moroccan cities

The World's 10 Most Beautiful Waterfalls

In some senses, a waterfall is the planet at its most rudimentary. Even the grandest of cascades is, after all, a simple case of physics. And, yet, to reduce these roaring "landmarks" to examples of cause and effect is to ignore their majesty.

The World's Only Floating National Park

Out on Loktak Lake in India’s north-eastern state of Manipur, the 21st Century recedes. Lone fishermen balance in canoes, casting nets by hand. As the sun sets, the silence is only disturbed by the occasional splash of an oar against the still water as the fishermen work to conceal bamboo fish traps, their design unchanged in centuries.

5 Food Stops With a Side of Civil Rights History

Never was the complex relationship between food and civil rights more evident than during the 1960 lunch counter sit-ins. Students from North Carolina to Tennessee sat stoically in protest against segregated diners, often enduring spitting, racist abuse and physical violence in response.

You Haven’t Cruised Until You’ve Been Here

Western Australia’s remote Kimberley region has been captivating cruise visitors for years — but now the “next big thing” in Aussie cruising looks to be taking off. Expedition cruise operator Ahoy Buccaneers is making its first foray outside its base in the Kimberley to visit the Torres Strait, with its first cruise departing in October.

Hotel or Commune? New Wave of Lodging is Aimed at Digital Nomads Who Want More Than Wi-Fi

The relatively low price, however, doesn’t seem to be what attracts most “roamers” or “roamies.” They’re drawn by the social glue, the idea of living among a group of suddenly friendly strangers. The concept has spawned a wave of this type of alternative community lodging with offerings

Why Flights to Hawaii Are So Cheap Right Now

For starters, there are a number of major players in Hawaii's airspace, and no one is backing down. In fact, nearly every major domestic player has introduced new routes or increased service in the last 16 months. Last June, United upgraded 11 seasonal service routes—like those between Chicago, Denver, Los Angeles, and San Francisco to Hawaii—to be year-round.

Trump Slump? International Arrivals Data May Be Wrong

That “Trump slump” we’ve been hearing about in travel may not be as bad it seems. The U.S. Department of Commerce says government statistics showing a decrease in international arrivals to the United States may be wrong. Publication of the data has been suspended until it can be revised.

Where to Go Before and After Your Visit to The Met Cloisters

Escaping the chaos of Manhattan isn’t easy. Sure, you might be able to steal a peaceful few minutes in a tucked away coffee shop or while exploring Central Park at an off-peak hour, but for a more extended moment of clarity and fresh air, a trip to The Met Cloisters is in order.

Seabourn Cruise Line Promotion Brings Free Upgrades, More

Luxury line Seabourn is out with a promotion that brings free upgrades and other perks with new bookings. Called the Extraordinary Opportunity Event, the offer gives customers who book select sailings in 2018 and 2019

This Might Be Mexico's Coolest New Hotel

Having opened in May 2017, Hotel San Cristobal is the latest offering from hip Texan hotelier, Bunkhouse – the brains behind two thriving Texan boutique hotels: El Cosmico in Marfa and Hotel Saint Cecilia in Austin.

The Civil War Begins

The first shots of the civil war were fired on this day in 1861. Confederate batteries opened fire on the fort, located in Charleston harbor, South Carolina, for 34 straight hours. On April 13, Union forces surrendered the fort. The Civil War had begun and would last another four years.

How to Navigate the Complicated World of Credit Card Points

There’s no such thing as a free lunch, but investing in a credit card rewards program can land you pretty close to the mark. Credit card points are generally more valuable than points or miles attached to a specific airline or hotel group. The reason? Flexibility.

The Best Things to Do in Tokyo

It’s easy to get lost in Tokyo. Home to massive skyscrapers, neon-lit signs, owl and maid cafés, anime shops, countless restaurants and karaoke bars, the city is always buzzing, always moving, and catching one’s breath requires some effort.

London's 10 greatest views

We all know about superb London views from the Shard, the Heron Tower and the Tate Modern extension, but where else can you go to get a new angle on the metropolis?

Family Holidays Before the Arrival of Health and Safety

Children weren't always wrapped tightly in cotton wool. There were once free to run, jump, climb trees, and even battle Komodo dragons. The following images show how families enjoyed their leisure time before over protection was normal.

World's 10 Most Stunning Airport Approaches

A panel of travel experts and aviation fans participated in the annual poll, which received more than 8,500 votes for a total of 112 airports across the globe. Other highlights include the picture-perfect cityscape afforded by descending into London City airport and the sun-bleached, Mediterranean beauty of Nice Cote d'Azur.

9 Things Travellers Always Forget at the Airport

You’ve been through customs, got your duty-free, grabbed your bags — but there’s something you’re missing, and you’ll be kicking yourself. Unless of course, the thing you left behind is your leg.

The Talbot Islands: paradise on the edge

Separated from the urban sprawl of Jacksonville — Florida’s largest city in area and population — by a marshy back country alive with spirited wildlife, these islands, waterways, coastal forests and beaches defy the presence of a city.

Found Chicago Hotel Opens Its Doors in River North for as Little as $24 a Night

The hotel, called Found Chicago, is in a building that once housed single room occupancy (SRO) apartments at 613 N. Wells St. The four stories and basement were completely gutted and transformed into a 60-room hotel billed as “limited-service” lodging, aimed at everyone from backpackers to business travelers.

A Guide to Vacationing in Phuket

The case for spending a long weekend in Phuket (the most infamous party island in Thailand) is easy. There’s fresh seafood, great weather, friendly people, and tons of options for travelers on every budget. And let’s not forget the beaches

Radisson Channels Scandinavia for Whole New Look for 160 Hotels

Radisson hotels are about to get a little more chill. The brand seeks to embody a Scandinavian vibe in renovations of more than 160 current and planned hotels in North, Central and South America.

Giant Cruise Ship Smashes Into Dock In Honduras

To shore-side witnesses, it first looked like just another cruise ship docking at Port Coxen Hole on the Honduran island of Roatan. However, it soon became clear on Tuesday morning that MSC Armonia was coming in way too hot and that one or both forward anchors were deployed in an apparently desperate bid to check the 65,000-ton vessel's momentum.

World first: Cruise ship Viking Grace to harness wind power with century-old tech

Viking Line's flagship cruise liner Grace has received an upgrade this week. On Tuesday ship workers in Turku installed a mechanical rotor sail on the vessel that is expected to significantly conserve fuel and reduce carbon emissions.

Art, Beats, and Fashion: An Inside View of Tbilisi's Creative Boom

Fashion, nightlife and the arts are flourishing in Georgia’s capital, with the seeds of creativity sown by a growing number of young artists and collectives eager to shake up the system.

The Stone of Scone is Returned to Scotland

The Stone of Scone, sometimes called the Stone of Destiny, is a 330-pound rock made of sandstone that has for centuries been used in the coronation of Scotish, English, and British monarchs. The Stone of Scone figured into the coronation of Kenneth MacAlpin, the first King of Scotland, in 847 AD. It was fitted into the throne upon which the monarchs sat.

Taking to the River in Thailand

Thailand may be famous for its tropical isles and aquamarine seas, but select rivers and canals in the country’s core offer opportunities for some astonishing adventures as well.

The Most Popular Hotels in New Orleans

New Orleans has it all—music, food, cocktails, history, interesting architecture, and welcoming people. It also has a growing hotel industry. A number of new hotels have recently opened.

How Tenerife Went from Cheap Package Holiday to Five-star Luxury

On an island where the sun shines for 300 days of the year, cheap package holiday deals are everywhere. But this recently opened five-star resort offers premium service at a not-too-unreasonable price.

10 Best Tours of Italy for 2018

Italy is a country that can easily be explored on your own. So why take an escorted tour? First, there's the reduction in stress and hassle: it's a well-known fact that driving and parking in Italian cities can be challenging. Second, the sheer amount of culture on offer

Egypt's Exquisite Temples That Had to be Moved

If Abu Simbel had not been saved, places like Vienna's Historic Centre, Cambodia's Angkor Wat and other Unesco World Heritage sites might only live on in history books. It’s an incredible sight to behold, but one that if history had gone just a little bit differently, would not be here today. Instead, this temple would be under the lake’s waters.

Despite Controversies, US Airline Performance Improved in 2017

After a turbulent year of controversies, animal deaths, and viral videos of passenger mistreatment, an in-depth study of airline quality found that major airlines performed better in 2017 than they had in nearly 30 years in the areas of on-time performance, baggage handling, involuntary denied boardings, and customer complaints.

Beyond Tokyo: 8 of Japan's Best Foodie Destinations

We all know about Tokyo's amazing sushi, ramen and tempura. Japan's capital is a gastronomic wonderland -- that comes as no surprise. But if you want to really experience Japan's rich culinary canon, you'll need to get out of Tokyo and eat your way across the country.

REI Rolls Out Rigorous New Sustainability Standards for Suppliers

Policies unveiled Monday by the big consumer co-op mean suppliers that can’t or won’t meet REI requirements in areas such as manufacturing labor safety and fairness, chemical usage, environmental impact and animal welfare won’t be considered for its store shelves.

10 of the World’s Longest Flights

Qantas recently launched its new non-stop service from Perth to London. This historic flight is the first non-stop commercial route between Australia and the United Kingdom. Clocking in with a scheduled flight time of 17 hours and 20 minutes this epic long haul covers more than 9000 miles in the air.

Cuernavaca: A Side Trip Into Opulence

In the 1950s and '60s - nearly five centuries after Spanish conquistador Hernán Cortés built himself a palace in Mexico's lush Cuernavaca - Rita Hayworth, Gary Cooper and Woolworth heiress Barbara Hutton followed suit with their own lavish hideaways. Other notables attracted to the city have included Habsburg Emperor Maximilian I and his wife

Cuba Cruise Boom Continues as Carnival Adds More Sailings

Carnival Cruise Line just added more sailings to Cuba for 2019. The Miami-based cruise giant on Friday unveiled plans for 20 voyages to the island nation in 2019 out of Tampa on the 2,052-passenger Carnival Paradise.

Cruise Lines Increase Automatic 'Gratuities' and Call Them Something Else Now

To tip or not to tip, that is the question. Actually, it's not really a question. Many large cruise lines, including Carnival, Royal Caribbean and Norwegian, add gratuities to passengers' bills, saying the money will be passed onto crew members.

Industry Insider Named President of The Travel Institute

FRAMINGHAM, MA, April 10, 2018 – Diane Petras, CTIE, 30+-year veteran of the travel industry, was named president of The Travel Institute during its annual staff and board meetings, which wrapped up in Las Vegas on April 9. According to Brian Robb, CTIE, chairman of The Travel Institute Board of Trustees, Petras’ promotion to president creates far-reaching benefits, not only for the non-profit organization but also for the individual travel professional.

The Titanic's Maiden Voyage

On April 10, 1912 the RMS Titanic set sail on its maiden voyage. The ship departed Southampton, England, bound for New York City, New York, with Captain Edward J. Smith in command and 2,223 people aboard. The Titanic stopped in France and Ireland to pick up additional passengers.

Where to Find Bangkok's Best Street Food While You Can

Will the city ban its famed street food offerings? It’s unclear. In the meantime, a quest to find the best fishball noodle stands and much more. Last April, the Bangkok Metropolitan Authority made international headlines when it announced the city of more than 8 million would ban street food vendors — often considered the world’s best — in order to make sidewalks more accessible.

The 7 Best Places to Go in Florida Now

Millions of people touch down in the Florida each year, drawn by its seemingly endless coastline of white sand beaches, warm weather, and blend of family-friendly and adult activities. In 2017 alone, Florida welcomed a record 116.5 million visitors, according to the state’s tourism division, with more than 102 million coming from other parts of the U.S.

American Airlines Reveals Boeing 787 'Dreamliner' Order

American Airlines is ordering 47 new Boeing jets with a combined list price of $12.3 billion to replace some of its oldest planes. The sides did not reveal details of the deal, though airlines typically negotiate sizeable discounts on such orders. American is also canceling an order with Boeing’s European rival, Airbus, that was made last decade by US Airways prior to its merger with American.

This App Will Hire a Local to Plan Your Entire Trip - for Only $25 a Day

Those looking for an easy way to plan a trip that includes visiting local gems, this program may be the answer. Through the travel app ViaHero, you can pay $25 per day to get matched with a local based in the country they're traveling to. That host, which ViaHero calls a "hero," will build a custom itinerary for your getaway.

If You Collect Avios points, Things Are About to Change

Members of the Avios retail reward scheme are being moved to the British Airways Executive Club - with potentially adverse effects on frequent flyers. Avios, a subsidiary of BA, is telling more than two million collectors: "The UK Avios Travel Rewards Programme will close but Avios, the currency, will remain."

Air France Announces More Strikes for This Month

The “spring of discontent” among French transport workers is intensifying. Unions representing pilots, cabin crew and ground staff at Air France are now emulating the two-day rolling strikes currently being deployed by workers at SNCF, the national rail enterprise.

Beautiful European Beaches with World Heritage Sites on Their Doorstep

Beach breaks are a wonderful thing. But lying on a sunlounger all day isn't everyone's cup of tea. And, say scientists, the best way to make your holiday feel like it's lasting longer is to leave the trunks/bikini at the villa and get out and explore.

First Luxury Hotel in Space Announced

Want to see 16 sunrises in one day? Float in zero gravity? Be one of the few to have gazed upon our home planet from space? In just four years' time, and for an astronomical $9.5 million dollars, it's claimed you can.

Washington, D.C., Cherry Blossoms Have Reached Peak Bloom

If you want to see the famous cherry blossoms of Washington this year, now is the time, according to the National Park Service. The blossoms reached peak bloom on Thursday, the agency said on its Bloom Watch site.

Tricks of the Trade: Secrets Travel Agents Want You to Know

Much has been written about the power of human connection in recent years. We know, for example, that reaching out to other people can increase your lifespan, strengthen your immune system and significantly reduce your risk of depression and/or anxiety. However, what isn’t often (OK, ever) touched on is that human connection can also help you book the holiday of your dreams for a lot less than anticipated.

Port of New Orleans Cruising Toward a Record Number of Passengers

"We are on pace to surpass our 2017 milestone for cruise passengers," says Donnell Jackson, Media Relations Manager for the port. "In 2017, we saw more than 1.15 million cruise passengers."

Robert E. Lee Surrenders

The end of the American Civil War was near as Sherman left Atlanta and marched his troops to Savannah in December of 1864. Although it briefly appeared that England might enter the war on the side of the South, those hopes began to fade.

Royal Caribbean's CEO Says Passengers Would Stop Getting Norovirus if They Would Just Wash Their Hands

The illness, whose symptoms resemble those of food poisoning or the flu, is highly contagious, which makes a dense, enclosed space like a cruise ship the perfect environment for the illness to spread. Norovirus is the most common cause of mass illness on cruise ships, and when it hits, it can hit hard, sometimes affecting hundreds of passengers on a single cruise.

Selina Raises $95M to Create a Boutique Travel Lodging Experience Built Around Communities

If you’re looking to travel abroad — and especially if you’re looking to work while doing so — it might be tough to convince yourself you can find a cool boutique hotel that caters to a lot of different price points, as well as surround yourself with people that will help you feel like you should still get your work done.

Six Simple Tips for Smooth Travel With a Disability

Traveling with a visible or invisible disability doesn’t have to be difficult. A few simple tips can go a long way.

The 7 Best Places to Go in Florida Now

Planning a trip to Florida? These cities, including Miami and Pompano Beach, have great amenities and attractions plus competitive prices.

Frontier Airlines Expansion Includes Four New Cities

Service to Portland, Maine, and Syracuse, N.Y., will mark Frontier's first foray into those cities. Harrisburg, Pa., and Spokane, Wash., are returning.

This s What You Can Expect From the World's First Selfie Museum

A museum made for 21st-century narcissists has arrived in Los Angeles. Can an Instagram hater enjoy LA's latest attraction?

The Oldest Buildings on Earth

It's staggering to think that 2,000 years ago the Romans were constructing building like the Pantheon, a domed masterpiece with a portico of 12 granite columns.

The Filipino Tribe That Hangs Its Dead From Cliffs

In the Philippines, the Igorot people practice an ancient burial ritual where the elderly carve their own coffins and the dead are hung off the side of a cliff.

15 Must-See Attractions on the Las Vegas Strip

The world-famous Las Vegas Strip is the central artery of Sin City, the main line to many of the best sights, gambling, food and fun. Here are 15 attractions you must see.

Woman Leaves $1 Million to Washington State's Three National Parks

Officials say Washington state's three national parks have received a $1 million donation from the estate of a woman who loved the outdoors. Washington's National Park Fund officials...

Funniest Thing I Heard on a Cruise Ship: P&O Comedy Cruise Review

The thing you need to know about an Aussie audience, warns comedian Danny McGinlay as he lays down the rules of stand-up, is that they’re a tough lot. “I put it down to the fact we live in a country designed to kill us,” he says.

Is Being Bored the Next Travel Trend for Millennials?

Only boring people get bored. That’s what I was always told. So my brain struggled to compute when I read the instruction manual, enticingly entitled What Now?, in the forest cabin where my girlfriend and I were staying for the next two nights.

Take a Tour of the World's Largest Cruise Ship

Take a hyperlapse tour of the new Royal Caribbean Symphony of the Seas, which is sailing in Europe and will make its way to Miami this fall.

Legoland's New Castle Hotel Opens April 27

Legoland in Carlsbad opens its second hotel on April 27 - the Castle, a 250-room lodging aimed at entertaining kids

The First Modern Olympics

The Games of the I Olympiad were held from April 6 to April 15, 1896 in Athens, Greece, the first Olympic Games in modern times. The first Olympics, or "I Olympiad" also established the International Olympic Committee.

The Best Hotel Chains in the U.S., for Every Type of Budget

If you’re looking to make your dollar go further while traveling, hotels can be a good area to focus on. Hotel room costs actually make up a significant portion of the average American’s travel budget

America's Wild and Scenic Rivers Live Up to Their Name

In 2018 America celebrates the 50th anniversary of public rivers. The passage of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act of 1968 created the National Wild and Scenic River System

Japanese Baggage Handler Spotted Cleaning Luggage Before Passengers Arrive

A Japanese airport employee has been videoed going above and beyond the call of duty by cleaning bags as they come onto the carousel before passengers arrive to pick them up.

Living on the Edge: 21 of the World's Most Dramatic Villages

From villages perched on cliff tops, to people living on the edges of volcanoes, this is our Telegraph Travel guide to the world's most dramatic villages.

18 Magnificent Caves Around the World You Can Actually Spend the Night In

If you’re looking for an onyxpected experience on your next getaway, check out these 18 spectacular gems below.

Stop and Smell the Holiday as 420 Celebrations Grow Around the US

It’s a beloved holiday full of feel-good songs, feasting, and friends gathered around fragrant green trees. But unlike Christmas, this is an herb-centric, non-denominational celebration that is growing in popularity and helping to drive tourism in states where recreational marijuana is legal.

Delta Says Credit Card Details May Have Been Exposed by Cyberattack

Delta Air Lines said Wednesday that some of its customers' payment information may have been breached in a cyberattack last fall. The airline said the incident involved (24)7.ai, a chat-services provider used by Delta and other companies.

Exploring Galapagos by Cruise Ship

The Galapagos is one of the major bucket-list destinations best experienced by cruise ship, and while the journey may be long and on the pricey side of things, the rewards are many – especially when you cruise with Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic.

7 Travel Gadgets You Should Pack in Your Carry-On

Traveling brings challenges both maddening and mundane: fees for overweight suitcases, tight fits in overhead bins, lost luggage and ever-shifting security policies. Fortunately, for every travel problem there's a tech solution that fits neatly in the overhead compartment.

Princess Cruises: Liner to Celebrate Record-Breaking Season

The 2019-2020 Australian cruise season will be a record one for Princess Cruises. Five ships, including the return of flagship Majestic Princess, will sail more than 125 departures offering itineraries to more than 100 destinations departing from Sydney, Fremantle, Adelaide, Melbourne, Brisbane and Auckland.

San Antonio Tricentennial Remembers the Alamo and Much More

San Antonio, Texas, is remembering the Alamo along with the rest of its history as part of a 300th birthday celebration.

Florence Renaissance: How to Experience the Historic City Now

Florence, Italy is having something of a renaissance right now. With the opening of Gucci Garden, and jewelry designers such as Temple St. Clair opting to set up shop in historic locations like the Ponte Vecchio, there’s never been a better time to visit.

American Cruise Lines Kicks Off its 2018 West Coast Season this Saturday

GUILFORD, CT—April 3, 2018—American Cruise Lines kicks off the new 2018 West Coast season this Saturday, April 7th with American Constellation’s inaugural cruise in the Northwest. The new ship will depart on a Tulip-themed cruise in Puget Sound, roundtrip from Seattle.

The First Presidential Veto

The word "veto" is Latin for "I forbid". The US Constitution provides that the President, as the head of the executive branch of government may veto a bill passed by the Congress.

SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS AND ON SHOW SOLUTIONS ANNOUNCE THE 2018 DATES FOR THE AFRICA SHOWCASE

Fort Lauderdale, FL (April 02, 2018) – South African Airways (SAA), the national flag carrier of South Africa, and South Africa-based event organizer, On Show Solutions, announce the 2018 dates and locations for the Africa Showcase in North America.

The Flag Act of 1818

The original flag of the United States had 13 stars and 13 stripes in honor of the original colonies. In 1795, the flag had two additional stars and stripes. By 1818, there were 20 states, but still only 15 stars.

Five Things to Love About Royal Caribbean's New Symphony of the Seas

Do you like big, bustling cruise ships that are chock full of activities? You'll love Symphony of the Seas, the new floating mega-resort from Royal Caribbean.

10 Fantastic Things to Do on the Isle of Skye

Jagged mountain ranges, soft beaches, glimmering pools, velvet moors… they’re all up for grabs on the majestic Isle of Skye, Scotland’s second largest island off the west coast in the Inner Hebrides.

How to spend 48 hours in Chicago

People tend to fall in love with Chicago very quickly. Visually stunning, with some of the most impressive architecture on earth, the Windy City also does a nice sideline in hidden heritage, cultural heavyweights and laid-back but creative neighborhoods.

The French strike: What It Means and How Transport is Affected

Rail services were affected across the country as SNCF warned of “severe disruption”, while dustmen, civil servants and public utility workers also took part in walkouts on what commentators dubbed “Black Tuesday”.

10 Hidden Cold War Sites in Germany

Berlin and its infamous wall are the epicenter for Cold War tourism. Skip the crowds and check out our list of the 10 best hidden Cold War sites in Germany.

Subway Trains Collide in Western German City, Over 20 Hurt

One subway train ran into another in the western German city of Duisburg on Tuesday, leaving two people seriously injured and many others slightly hurt.

Disney World: Epcot Adding American Indian Gallery

"Creating Tradition: Innovation and Change in American Indian Art" will be moving into the American Heritage Gallery sometime this summer, according to a post on the official Disney Parks Blog.

Noise, Fumes Ruin B.C. Family's Panama Canal Cruise

The noise of pounding jackhammers and the smell of fumes are the unwanted memories of a spring-break cruise through the Panama Canal for a woman and her family from the Victoria area.

Queensland: Best Alternate Places to Visit You Haven’t Heard Of

Done Noosa and Fraser? Seen Hamilton, Hayman and Heron? Here are some exciting alternative Queensland destinations that should be on your radar for 2018 and beyond.

Universal: 'Stranger Things' House Set for Halloween Horror Nights

Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights is getting even stranger. Its 2018 edition will feature a haunted-house maze based on “Stranger Things,” the hit supernatural drama seen on Netflix.

The World's Best Island Is Closing to Tourists

Unfortunately, the tiny stretch of sand—just under four square miles—is a victim of its own growing popularity. With 2.1 million tourists arriving in 2017 alone (spending more than $1 billion), Boracay now has to contend with environ­mental degradation, traffic congestion, insufficient solid waste management, illegal construction, property disputes, illegal fishing...to name a few.

10 Cities Where Airbnb Will Save You the Most Money

It’s a question that pops up in almost every trip planned: Where do you want to stay? These days, travelers are more likely to be choosing between a traditional hotel and a home or apartment rental.

In Peru, a Still-Hidden Alternative to Machu Picchu

The pre-Incan ruins of Kuélap share similarities with their more famous cousin. But getting there can be a herculean effort.

Allegiant Adds Five New Non-Stop Routes As It Expands Summer Schedule

Nashville and Jacksonville, Fla., were the biggest winners, each securing two of the five new services. Louisville and Kansas City also landed new flights.

Hundreds of Flights Will Be Delayed by Air Traffic Control Overhaul

People who live near Heathrow Airport can expect extra flights early in the morning for the next 10 days as new air-traffic control practices bed in. Permission has been granted for an extra eight arrivals before 6am.

Kevin Bacon on His Best (and Worst) Holiday Spots

Kevin Bacon, the Hollywood actor, recalls being stranded in Mexico, the intense energy of Bangkok and reveals his idea of holiday hell.

Photographer Captures Wacky Japanese Public Toilets

From turreted, castle-style structures to modernist facades to tiled buildings surrounded by cherry blossom, Nakamura's photographs are eye-catching shots of these idiosyncratic bathrooms.

Travel to Cuba is Getting Popular Again - Just in Time for a Slew of New Havana Flights

The U.S. Department of Transportation has tentatively awarded a slew of U.S.-Havana routes to five major airlines from several cities in the country, including Miami and Fort Lauderdale.

French Strikes Cause Railway Chaos and Challenge Macron

A major French railway strike brought the country’s famed high-speed trains to a halt Tuesday, leaving passengers stranded or scrambling for other options — and posing the biggest test so far for President Emmanuel Macron’s economic strategy.

11 Queensland Spots You Won’t Believe Exist

Tens of thousands of fans around the world have added these stunning spots to their bucket lists — but these extraordinary places remain unknown to many Aussies.

Iconic Florida Keys Resort Reopens 6 Months After Hurricane Irma

Another major Florida Keys resort has reopened after being heavily damaged by last September's Hurricane Irma.

What to Do in Bangkok: The Black Book

Bangkok, whose unconventional charms make the far larger impression. Instead of little shops or galleries down the alleyways of its old districts, you’ll find neighbors drinking tea and laughing in small plazas where their homes meet.

New Carnival Cruise Line Ship, Carnival Horizon, Begins Service

Royal Caribbean isn't the only major cruise line in the midst of rolling out a giant new vessel. Rival Carnival is unveiling a sizable newcomer, too.

Bengaluru, India: A Local's Top 10 Tips

The hi-tech, high-altitude, high-energy city also known as Bangalore has smart bars, cool brunch joints, green spaces galore – and a pleasant climate

The First Pony Express Run

On this day in 1860, a series of Pony Express messengers rode their mounts from Saint Joseph, Missouri to Sacramento, California. Reducing the time for mail delivery between the coasts to approximately 10 days

25,000 Students ‘Get Certified’ from The Travel Institute

FRAMINGHAM, MA, April 2, 2018 – The Travel Institute, the non-profit organization known for setting the gold standard in travel agent education since 1964, has reached another milestone in its more than half century of service to travel professionals: the certification of its 25,000th graduate

Unusual Vacation Rentals: Caves and Cave-Like Dwellings

Sure, you could rent a traditional condo or beach house on your next vacation, but you can also stay in a renovated barn, rent a private island or sleep in a vintage Airstream.

France Strikes Cause Travel Chaos for Plane, Train and Eurostar Passengers

Travelers heading to, from and through France face chaos from Monday evening as strikes disrupt rail and air links. Railway workers are staging a series of two-day stoppages in protest against planned labor reforms by the national rail enterprise, SNCF.

Need Trip Insurance with a Preexisting Condition? The Options May Surprise You

Travel is rife with situations that seem hopeless — whether it be buying insurance when you have a preexisting medical condition, persuading a car rental company to reverse a damage claim or getting a refund for a nonrefundable airline ticket.

This 1880s Ghost Town is Now a Luxury Resort

Ghost towns don't sound like relaxing destinations to escape from it all, but in the mountains of southwest Colorado, a luxury resort has been created out of a forgotten corner.

Pasta, Wine, Cheese: Is It Possible to Eat Like an Italian and Stay Healthy?

Ask an American to think of Italian food, and visions of fettuccini drowning in heavy cream will dance in their head. But ask a Roman the same question, and the answer will not only differ, but it will vary with the seasons.

Italy's Robot Concierge a Novelty on the Way to Better AI

Robby Pepper can answer questions in Italian, English and German. Billed as Italy’s first robot concierge, the humanoid will be deployed all season at a hotel on the popular Lake Garda to help relieve the desk staff of simple, repetitive questions.

West Papua, Indonesia: The Islands You’ve Probably Never Heard Of

When a dive master grabs a diver by the shoulder, coming centimetres from his face to sputter a reprimanding column of bubbles from his regulator, it’s either because something extremely good, or pretty dangerous, is about to happen.

I Went to Alaska in Winter to See the Northern Lights. In the Daytime, I Saw Much More

The aurora borealis is a staple of Alaskan winters, as common as moose, down skirts and frosted beards. From roughly late August through mid-April, the skies take on a hallucinogenic cast, the result of sun particles colliding with gases and releasing streamers of green, pink, blue, red and violet.

A Wander Near Ronda: Spain's Empty Quarter

Andalucía’s first parque natural is pretty unknown, yet Sierra de Grazalema is a stunning wild place of peaks, gorges, hilltop villages and vultures

A Family Adventure in the Wild Heart of Tanzania

The Selous Game Reserve in central Tanzania is one of Africa’s last, great, uninhabited safari areas, delivering all the big game without the big (human) crowds.

Pickleball at Sea? These Cruise Ships Court Fans With Facilities

The sport, hugely popular in active-retirement communities in Arizona and Florida, is now offered on all 14 Holland America ships.

Flight Attendants Share 15 of Their Best Travel Hacks

For flight attendants, who often spend more than 80 hours in the air a month, traveling can become almost second nature. So who better to turn to for travel tips and tricks than the people with extensive knowledge on the matter?

Coinage Act of 1792

An act establishing a mint, and regulating the Coins of the United States. That was the long title of a law passed by the United States Congress on April 2, 1792. The Coinage act established the United States Mint and regulated the minting of legal coinage of the United States.

36 Hours in Budapest

One of the largest cities in Europe, Budapest is a regional powerhouse in terms of art, design and cuisine, home to a dynamic fashion scene and more Michelin-starred restaurants than any other city in the former Eastern Bloc

Airbnb Names Top Spring Break Destinations for Families

A survey conducted by Airbnb of 1,003 adults this month found that fewer than 10% of families were planning to travel internationally.

Experience Makers: This New Generation of Travel Experts Will Take Your Trip to the Next Level

No matter how fearless a traveler you think you are, and no matter how many Internet rabbit holes you go down, there are some dream adventures, like trekking Papua New Guinea or venturing across Kashmir, that always seem just out of reach for mere mortals.

All the Chaos Easter Weekend Travellers Will Face

After the last train from Bristol Temple Meads to London Paddington at 10.35pm on Thursday, the next service will not run until Wednesday 4 April. The busiest station in the west of England is closing for five days over Easter because of engineering work to upgrade signalling and improve reliability.

Have Plane Seats Really Shrunk - And Which is the Worst Airline on Earth for Legroom?

Have plane seats shrunk? Of course they have - what a ludicrous question. Just take a look at the happy folk on board any passenger aircraft during the so-called “golden age” of flying. What luxury. There’s so much legroom they don’t know what to do with themselves.

North and Middle Caicos: The Unspoiled Caribbean

You won't find butler service or a sunset concierge on North Caicos or Middle Caicos. What you will find is powdery sand, blissful quiet and just enough off-beach activity to interest the less languid day tripper.

Easing Into the Netherlands With Pickled Herring and a Polite Red-Light District

A Dutch Masters kind of town, Haarlem in the Netherlands is a good place to start a European trip. In small-town Holland, cultural differences are obvious and travel is easy.

Labor Unrest Mars Countdown to Pilgrims' 400th Anniversary

Some of America’s first settlers — or at least the costumed players who depict them at a popular living history museum — are acting pretty unsettled lately.

Top Packing Tips From Royal Caribbean International Cruise Director, Mike Hunnerup

His job as cruise director for Royal Caribbean International takes Mike Hunnerup all over the world — from Australia to North America, Asia, Europe, the Caribbean, and then back again. He clocks up 12 long-haul flights annually, alongside multiple cruises — including a voyage on Australia’s biggest and newest ship, the Ovation of the Seas.

TSA Scanners Can Confuse Food, Explosives; Some Travelers Forced to Remove Munchies From Carry-Ons

Although it's okay to board an airplane with food, some Transportation Security Administration agents have been asking travelers to remove their food from carry-on bags at checkpoints before putting them on the conveyor belt.

Seward's Folly

On this day in 1867, the U.S. Senate purchased the territory of Alaska from the Russian Empire for the sum of 2 cents per acre, or $7.2 million (approximately $110 million in 2009 dollars). Russian knew the territory as Alyeska, the "great land", an Aleut word. William H. Seward, the U.S. Secretary of State, negotiated the Alaskan purchase which came to be known as Seward's Folly.

CCRA's AirSelect Celebrates 5 Years of Growth

Fort Worth, TX – March 29, 2018 CCRA’s AirSelect program is marking 5 years of substantial growth since its launch in 2013. Since its inception, the air program has nearly doubled the number of participating travel agencies taking advantage of top-tier commissions on international itineraries.

Is Bigger Better? Why Giant Cruise Ships Like Symphony of the Seas Are Hard to Resist

What is it about giant cruise ships that makes them so appealing to so many vacationers? Even the longtime cruise industry executive who is about to usher in the most giant cruise ship of them all isn't entirely sure.

7 Cruise Lines That Don't Nickel-and-Dime You at Sea

Adopting a ‘more inclusive’ model, these cruises lines offer considerable bang for the buck—and put an end to sticker-shock on the open water

36 Hours in Budapest

New bars, Michelin-starred restaurants and indie boutiques are enticing, but so are age-old attractions, like Buda Castle and Turkish-era thermal baths.

Over-the-Top family Suite on Symphony of the Seas is Built for Fun

Two decks high and larger than some city apartments, the 1,346-square-foot complex is chock full of fun-for-the-family features including a slide connecting a children's room on its second level to the main living area below.

How to Avoid the Northern Rail Strike Over Easter

Union employees went on strike on Monday 26 March between 00:01am and 23:59pm, and are doing so again today during the same hours. But why are union members striking?

Is Amsterdam the New Paris?

Canals lined with decorative gabled houses; cozy wood-paneled cafés, flowers bursting from buckets on street corners, boats gently gliding on the waterways, flocks of cyclists, and a famously easy-going populace all help create Amsterdam’s allure.

Planes Might Not Be Disgusting Germ Factories After All

The thing about planes is that pretty much everyone wants to get off them as soon as they get on. To deplane is to rejoin a world where you can get up from your seat whenever you want, gulp non-recirculated air, and enjoy more than precisely 10 peanuts at a time.

China's 8,000-Year-Old Skiing Method

Since cave paintings of Stone Age skiers were discovered, China’s Altay Prefecture has been considered the birthplace of skiing.

Air New Zealand Hopes Its Skycouch Will Make Flying With Kids Easier For Parents

Air New Zealand has developed a “Skycouch” - a row of three economy seats that convert into a flat surface - which includes an infant harness and belt, allowing kids to remain lying down for the whole flight

Medellín: From 'Most Dangerous City' to Tourist Hot Spot

Medellín, once dubbed "the most dangerous city in the world," has worked hard to shed that image connected to drugs, gang warfare and gun violence.

At La Push, Walk Wild Washington Beaches and Commune with Native Culture

"It’s a unique allure of this remote beach retreat that you’re immersed in the culture of the indigenous people who’ve lived here for centuries."

Legal Woes Beset 'Serial Stowaway' Who Sneaks on Flights

Hartman has been nabbed in and near airports dozens of times and made it onto planes maybe half-dozen times. Recently, she made it into the air on a flight from Chicago to London.

Adults Only: This Luxury Resort in the Madives Caters to 21 and Over

As we step out into the fresh-with-a-sprinkle-of-salt evening air Makif points out that, as well as the rainfall and handheld shower options in the L’Occitane-stocked shower stall, I also have a waterfall shower beside the pool.

Carnival Cruise Line Welcomes Florida-bound Carnival Horizon

Shipyards are spitting out cruise ships in quick order as Carnival Cruise Line took delivery of Carnival Horizon.

Celestyal Cruises Announces Additions to Celestyal Cruises, Inc. Team

Celestyal Cruises today announced the appointment of three new members to Celestyal Cruises, Inc. Each officially begins his or her tenure with the company in March, 2018

Surveying Begins on Cumberland Road

On March 29, 1803 Congress authorized the construction of Cumberland Road (known today as National Road) from what is present-day Wheeling, West Virginia to Cumberland, Maryland.

The Three Mile Island accident

The infamous Three Mile Island accident occurred near Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, when main feedwater pumps in a secondary cooling system of a nuclear power plant failed at exactly 4:00 a.m. EST on March 28, 1979. Three weeks before, the movie "The China Syndrome", starring Michael Douglas and Jane Fonda, had depicted a fictional near-meltdown at a nuclear power plant. Now the country was watching reality imitate art.

Hong Kong Airlines Expands North America Network with San Francisco Launch

On March 25, 2018, flight HX060 touched down at San Francisco International Airport at 10:23 local time. Following a celebration event at the boarding gate hosted by Hong Kong Airlines, flight HX061 departed from San Francisco at noon, and arrived in Hong Kong ahead of schedule on early Monday evening. To mark this special occasion, Mark Farrell, Mayor of the City and County of San Francisco, proclaimed March 25, 2018 as the “Hong Kong Airlines Day in San Francisco”.

Rome, Through the Eyes of Flavius Josephus

Where, but in the Eternal City, is it possible to map a 2,000-year-old eyewitness account of history onto an intact urban fabric?

Singapore Airlines Unveils New Cabin Interior for Boeing 787-10 'Dreamliner'

Singapore Airlines, known for its luxurious high-end service, unveiled its newest cabin interior here Wednesday morning (Tuesday evening New York time).

Copenhagen's Best Budget Hotels That Won't Break the Bank

Popular as it is for weekend breaks, Copenhagen is also notoriously expensive as a destination. Choose your hotel wisely, however, and you don’t have to break the bank.

The Rise of Taiwan: Why the World is Discovering This Overlooked Corner of Asia

Few people in the UK know much about Taiwan, except perhaps that it’s that long thin island off the south-east coast of China that is both Chinese and not Chinese.

Poland's Surprisingly Beautiful Cheese

Oscypek, a golden-hued, spindle-shaped cheese, is as delicious as it is beautiful. But authentic versions are getting increasingly hard to find.

Life Is Good Hits the Road With Vacation Packages

It’s fitting that Life is Good, the iconic Boston-based lifestyle brand known for its optimistic slogans and outdoorsy bent, would venture into the travel sector.

Asia's 50 Best Restaurants in 2018

Dubbed the "Oscars of the Asian gastronomic world," the Asia's 50 Best Restaurants awards brings together the best restaurants and chefs across the largest continent on the planet.

Thailand to Give the Beach From 'The Beach' Movie a Breather

Authorities in Thailand have ordered the temporary closing of the beach made famous by the Leonardo DiCaprio movie “The Beach” to halt environmental damage caused by too many tourists.

17 Hours on Board Qantas’ Perth-London Flight

Welcome to Qantas’ inaugural Perth to London flight, and hello to an estimated 17 hours and 10 minutes in the air. So, what to do with all that time on the Dreamliner? I’m about to find out.

Soak Up the Scenery, Silence on a Houseboat Journey Along Florida's St. Johns River

Cruising the St. Johns River by houseboat, you step into that story and recapture a bit of what¿s lost in our workaday lives.

What You Need to Know About Flying With Service and Emotional Support Animals

The uproar over emotional support animals in aircraft cabins took wing again with the recent rejection of a peacock as a proper companion. But if a person needs that animal, what’s the big deal?

Mountain Bike Excursions, Cheaper WiFi and Better Food: Welcome to Cruise 2.0

Cooking classes, craft beer, yoga, EDM shows, mountain bike tours, ropes courses, nighttime bar crawls in different cities — this is what cruising looks like in 2018, and it is, as the kids would say, “lit.”

Egypt Expert Central Holidays Expands Egypt Travel Programs; New Programs Introduced, New Egypt Marketing Campaign, and Increase in Bookings to Egypt Announced

Moonachie, NJ – March 27, 2018 – Central Holidays today announced the expansion of Egypt travel programs and a reaffirmed commitment to the destination, supporting the country’s efforts with a pro-active, Egypt-focused marketing campaign launched in February.

On the Costa Rican Coast, Finding Fun by Escaping Exclusivity

Peninsula Papagayo is where the ultrarich go to avoid having to interact with the regular rich. But our 52 Places columnist finds a way to get away from the traps of luxury.

Inside the Swanky Suites of Symphony of the Seas, World's Largest Cruise Ship

ABOARD SYMPHONY OF THE SEAS — Want to see how the other half lives when sailing the world's oceans? Scroll through the carousel above, which offers the first look at the mega-suites on Royal Caribbean's new Symphony of the Seas — the largest cruise ship ever built.

Inside Cocoa Mountain, the UK's Most Unusual Chocolaterie

One of the joys of travel is encountering the unexpected; drinking red wine with a Transylvanian count who loves bats, say, or realising you’re swimming next to the president of Kazakhstan.

How Long Does It Take to Turn a Plane Around - And What's the Fastest Way to Board?

When it comes to an airport parking space, time is money. So how long does it take to turn a plane around from when it lands to when it takes off again?

The World's Most Luxurious Airport

Standard advice says it's best to get to the airport two hours ahead of departure time. Anyone flying via Qatar's Hamad International might want to double or even triple that.

Instead of Filing a Lost Luggage Claim, British Airways Told Him to Call the Police

After British Airways loses Dhawan Anil’s bag, it claims it’s not responsible and that he should call the police. What’s wrong with this picture?

Cabin Crew Secrets: Bali’s Best Day Spas

No one does day spas like the Balinese — and indulging yourself in a massage, facial or body scrub on the holiday island has now gone next level.

Margaritaville Resort Orlando Making Room for Big-Group Renters

Margaritaville is getting a skyline. A high-roofed hotel for Margaritaville Resort Orlando is taking shape in Osceola County. The 187-room establishment will operate near the center of the 320-acre resort that also will feature rental homes, time-share units, apartments, restaurant-retail space and a water park.

European River Cruises Get Radical Makeover With Immersive Experiences

River cruising in Europe is redefining itself with itineraries that are “curated” to individual tastes, a new emphasis on active touring options (snowshoeing in the Black Forest, anyone?) and staff positions like “adventure host.”

This Lush Mountain Retreat in Ecuador's Cloud Forest is Only An Hour Outside Quito

Yunguilla is more than a reserve in a celestial setting. Over the past 21 years, it has become a carefully organized example of community-based tourism and entrepreneurship as residents such as Deysi have collectively poured their energy into sustainable projects that generate revenue for all.

A Local's Guide to Perth, Western Australia

As Qantas launches London-Perth, the first non-stop flights between the UK and Australia, Anna Reece of the Perth Festival picks her favourite cultural venues, restaurants, bars and beaches in the city

The World's Most Unique Places to Eat Chocolate

While Switzerland may be renowned as the global frontrunner in quality produce, the world is awash with excellent and often unusual factories, producers and shops.

Experience Authentic Lobsterbakes and New England Summer Fun with American Cruise Lines

Guilford, CT— March 26, 2018—American Cruise Lines is sailing through New England this summer with the newest small cruise ship on the Eastern Seaboard, American Constitution. The Line’s renowned 11-day Grand New England itineraries will feature complimentary authentic New England-style Lobsterbakes

Great Alaska Earthquake

On March 27th, 1964, it was life as usual in the city of Anchorage, Alaska. At 5:36:14 p.m. local time, the ground shook violently. Reaching a magnitude of 9.2, the ensuing earthquake remains one of the most devastating on record. The earthquake and ensuing tsunami took 128 lives (tsunami 113, earthquake 15), and caused about $311 million in property loss.

Russia Proves a Challenging Destination for Some World Cup Fans

Several factors are appearing to dampen interest in visiting Russia for the 2018 World Cup, at least for soccer fans in the United States and England.

Boeing Celebrates Delivery of Its Newest, Biggest 'Dreamliner' Yet

Boeing delivered its newest and biggest variant yet of its “Dreamliner” 787 widebody aircraft; the 787-10.

The 10 Best Things to Do In Fez

It’s easy to see why Fez’s walled medina (the oldest in Africa) is a Unesco World Heritage Site. Located in the foothills of the Middle Atlas mountains, it ranks among Morocco’s best preserved cities, complete with dusty streets, faded palaces and candle-lit riad courtyards.

Seychelles on a Budget - How BA is Bringing Luxury Holidays for Less

Bernard, my proudly Seychellois driver, was adamant. “Seychelles is much more beautiful than Mauritius.” When had he been to Mauritius, I wondered?

35 Quirky Hotels Around The World

From converted airplanes, trains and silos to ice caves and giant animals, these hotels are pretty special.

Switzerland's Invisible Linguistic Borders

Multilingualism is to Switzerland what politeness is to the British or style to the Italians: a deep source of national pride.

Silicon Valley Tech Giants Get on Board With Tours

Once only grudgingly tolerated, it has slowly come to be embraced by the behemoth companies that drive it.

United Airlines Paid a Savvy Passenger $10,000 To Leave a Plane, Here's Why

A United Airlines passenger was paid $10,000 in travel credit to give up her seat on an overbooked flight at Dulles International Airport in Washington D.C on Thursday.

Enjoy Machu Picchu Without the Four-Day Hike

It’s common knowledge that if you want to see Machu Picchu, voted one of the new Seven Wonders of the World, there’s a prerequisite four-day hike. And that’s kept us away for years.

ASTA Statement on Hilton Group Commission Cut

Alexandria, VA, March 23, 2018 – Zane Kerby, President & CEO of the American Society of Travel Agents (ASTA), releases the following statement in response to reports that Hilton will follow Marriott International in reducing the commissions it pays to group and meetings intermediaries from 10 to 7 percent, effective October 1, 2018

Gay Wedding Ban Sparks Cruise Boycott Call

The company was forced to stop allowing same-sex unions because at least nine of its ships are registered in Bermuda. The British Overseas Territory legalized gay weddings in May last year, but the law was repealed last month following a change of government.

European River Cruises Ply New Waters With Immersive Experiences, Exercise

River cruising in Europe is redefining itself with itineraries that are “curated” to individual tastes, a new emphasis on active touring options (snowshoeing in the Black Forest, anyone?) and staff positions like “adventure host.”

7 Best Places to Travel in April

April is a time when folks are feeling flush, so why not spend those much-deserved tax refunds on a trip somewhere exotic? As spring begins to emerge, it's the ideal time for a long-haul splurge, whether to Europe or Asia.

The Death of Richard the Lionheart

Richard I was king of England for ten years, starting in 1189. The king spent only five months of that time in his kingdom. In March 1199, Richard I was in France suppressing a revolt at the castle of Chalus-Chabrol. On the evening of March 25th, he walked around the perimeter of the castle without his armor. On the castle walls, a young soldier aimed an arrow at the king and loosed the projectile, hitting Richard in the shoulder. A surgeon botched the extraction and the wound became gravely infected.

Springtime Changes at the Airport

A look at what’s new, including apps that enable travelers to order food and headphones at their departure gate, more biometric boarding, and higher fees for some United States passport applicants.

Royal Caribbean Takes Delivery of Symphony of the Seas, World's Largest Cruise Ship

Royal Caribbean International on Friday morning took delivery of the much-awaited, 228,081-ton Symphony of the Seas from the French shipyard that has been constructing the vessel for more than three years.

EasyJet Pilot Caught 'Dancing' in Cock-Pit During Flight

In a post uploaded to Snapchat, a co-pilot can be seen doing paperwork while the plane is in cruise control. Upon realising that the pilot is filming him, he begins to “dance” in time with an animated owl superimposed onto the phone screen

26 Beautiful Photos You Won't Believe Were Taken in Pakistan

There's a lot more to Pakistan that dust and desert. To mark Pakistan Day, here is a selection of images you won't believe were taken in the country.

A Look at Miami's New Frost Science Museum

Open since May, the museum’s four wings house a planetarium, three-level aquarium, open aviary with rehabilitated birds, permanent and changing interactive exhibitions, and learning center where scientists in the Inventors-in-Residence program share their projects with the public.

Arctic Cabin on Sled Chases Northern Lights

Seeing the Northern Lights is an unforgettable experience, but standing outside in the cold waiting for them to appear is pretty tedious.

The Week in Pictures: March 15 - 22

Spring starts with snowy nor'easter, police close in on Austin bomb suspect, candles keep vineyards warm, and more.

Six of the Best Australian Road Trips

Epic surf beaches, lush, green hinterland, wildlife-filled national parks, ancient rainforest walks and quirky historic villages offering lipsmacking local produce. The NSW stretch of the Pacific Coast drive is legendary indeed.

Paradise Takes Many Forms on This Indonesian Archipelago

The 1,500-odd islands (mostly islets) that make up Raja Ampat are at the center of the Coral Triangle, a hot spot of marine biodiversity at the crossroads of the Pacific and Indian oceans that’s often called “the Amazon of the sea.”

Exploring Russia's Ultimate Wilderness

On a map, the Kamchatka Peninsula is the part of Russia that curls into the upper northwest Pacific like a dog’s ear. At its southern tip, it peters out into the Kuril Islands, also known as the Fog Archipelago, which scatter down into the Sea of Okhotsk just northeast of Japan.

This New Cruise Ship Will Have Virtual Assistants to Give You Everything You Could Possibly Need

Guests will be able to start journeying the seas onboard MSC Cruises’ next flagship, the MSC Bellissima, next year, and their journey is about to get a whole lot more personal.

New Hotels and Ever-Gorgeous Beaches Make Anguilla the Place to Be

With new hotels and perennially pristine beaches, sublime food and rugged hiking trails, Anguilla feels like the place to be. Much of the island was battered by Hurricane Irma, but it's poised for a strong comeback with recently developed properties

World's Best Airport? Survey Says Singapore's Changi

Singapore’s Changi Airport has been named the world’s best for the sixth year in a row in the annual World Airport Awards by Skytrax for 2018.

Vacations By Rail Unveils Bonus-Packed Travel Agency Commission Program

Chicago, IL – March 23, 2018 – Vacations By Rail, the leading supplier of train vacations, escorted rail tours and luxury trail journeys around the world, is launching their new Preferred Program to provide travel agencies with even higher commission rates, exciting bonuses, educational resources and exclusive access to its latest products around the globe.

Give me Liberty, or give me Death!

On March 23, 1775, Patrick Henry stood in front of a crowd gathered at St. John's Church in Richmond, Virginia. Powerful forces in Virginia, where much loyalty to the British crown remained, were resisting the call to arms on behalf of the American revolution.

36 Hours in Memphis

A new bike share program, museums, music and, yes, barbecue await visitors. Of special interest this spring: the commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the assassination of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Jamaica's Hip Hotels: Authentic Options Beyond the All-Inclusives

The majority of vacationers flying into Jamaica flock to the island’s all-inclusive resorts along the northern coast. These are famous for supplying all the bells and whistles of a beach holiday. But

French Air-Traffic Strikes Leave Tens of Thousands of Travellers Stranded

Tens of thousands of travellers have had their travel plans wrecked by the first French air-traffic control strike of the year.

The Five Ways You Are Ruining Your Children's Holiday

Happy family holidays are all alike; every unhappy family trip fails in its own particular way, as Tolstoy nearly wrote.

Rottnest Island, Western Australia's Stunning Offshore Paradise

It's just a quick 25-minute ferry ride from the Western Australia port town of Fremantle or 90 minutes from Perth's Barrack Street Jetty.

Going on a Cruise? Don't Just Sign Up for The First Shore Excursion That's Offered

Even in this world where everything in organized travel seems to be handed to you on a silver platter — especially on river cruise tours — you need to know what you want to see and do.

Airline Bans Fat People From Flying Business Class

Thai Airways have recently banned overweight passengers from flying business class on their new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners.

'Black Panther' Fans Can Find Glimpses of Wakanda in Africa

Want to go to Wakanda? The blockbuster success of "Black Panther" has created a new, compelling vision of Africa as a continent of smart, technologically savvy people with cool clothes living in a futuristic city amid stunning landscapes.

The World's Most Beautiful Libraries

While we all know that you shouldn’t judge a book by its cover, this is one case in which evaluating something on its appearance is not only accepted, but encouraged: In addition to their incredible collections, these libraries boast noteworthy exteriors—think soaring architecture, amazing art, and bountiful gardens.

Walt Disney World Starts Charging for Overnight Parking at its Hotel Resorts

Starting today, visitors who book a new reservation at any of the 30-odd Disney Resort hotels in Orlando must pay for overnight self-parking. Previously, parking at the properties was gratis.

Cunard's New York Fashion Week Cruise in September

This cruise, presented in collaboration with the New Yorker magazine, offers an opportunity to join cartoonists as they host lectures and workshops aboard five eastbound transatlantic crossings

New Luxury Cruise Ship One Step Closer to Launching

Luxury cruise line Seabourn's newest ship, Seabourn Ovation, has completed its final round of sea trials in the Mediterranean, off the coast of Italy -- a milestone that brings it one step closer to its debut in late April 2018.

The Jamestown Massacre

On this day in 1622, Indians of the Powhatan Confederacy executed a coordinated, surprise attack on the settlement of Jamestown, Virginia and the surrounding settlements, killing 347 English settlers, almost a third of the colony's population.

Eat, Drink, and Travel with Collette

Collette, a global tour operator, is thrilled to announce a delicious offering of tours featuring a culinary aspect. Guests will embark on new adventures all over the world by sampling authentic regional cuisine and connecting with individuals who keep local traditions alive while creating new ones for the next generation.

St. Martin After Irma: The Beaches Are Dazzling but There's Work to Do

The hurricane battered the island, and most hotels and restaurants have not reopened. The crowds have yet to return, which means visitors will have stretches of sand to themselves.

How to Survive an Ultra-Long-Haul Flight

On March 24 Qantas launches nonstop flights between London’s Heathrow Airport and Perth in Western Australia. Not only will it be the longest flight in the world operated by a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner

Why Corsica is the Perfect Island for a Family Holiday

Corsica’s first (and, to date, only) appearance in the world’s most feted cycle event was a rare blast of publicity for a European outcrop that, while known to the French, has often escaped the attention of UK tourists

United Airlines Temporarily Suspends Cargo Travel For Pets

United Airlines is evaluating the way it handles pets after a string of animal-related mishaps last week — including one incident in which a puppy died in an aircraft’s overhead bin.

A Five-Star Resort for Horses

At Al Shaqab, a vast horseshoe-shaped complex on the outskirts of the Qatari capital Doha, horses experience a refined lifestyle that more closely resembles a five-star spa resort than a traditional stud farm.

New Orleans Named South's Best Food City for 2018

The city "has almost become a victim of its own resilience with new restaurants, pop-ups, coffee shops, bakeries, cocktail lounges, food halls, and delis opening at a dizzying pace," according to Southern Living. "The boom has turned New Orleans into arguably the most fascinating food destination in the country."

Norwegian Bliss Leaves Shipyard Ahead of Debut

Norwegian Bliss will be spending the summer sailing in Alaska before repositioning to Florida this fall, but before that, the 168,028-ton ship had to squeeze down the Ems River from Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg, Germany.

An Adventurous Trip in Alaska, a Cruise for the Deep-Pocketed and More

Lots of people see Alaska from a cruise ship and during shore excursions. For those who want to do a deeper dive, Adventure Life has a challenging 14-day Ultimate Alaska trip that gets deep into the backcountry.

Sail Along Maine's Coast and Canada's Bay of Fundy with Pearl Seas Cruises

The fall itinerary promises whale-sightings and stops at Boothbay, Rockland and Camden.

Hotels.com Reveals Cheapest and Most Expensive Accommodation in Hotel Price Index

It’s been dubbed the Paris of the East without the hefty price tag — until now. Budapest, Hungary has always been popular for its shopping, dining and attractions that offer significantly cheaper prices compared to the western European capitals.

Check-in Time Hours Away? How to Ditch Those Annoying Bags

For less than the cost of a Starbucks latte, a surprising variety of businesses — delis, dry cleaners, mobile phone stores — will look after your bags so you can sightsee hands-free.

20 Tourist Traps Worth Your Money

There's a fine line between must-see attraction and overrated tourist trap. Some of the most iconic landmarks in the world are overrun and overcrowded simply due to their popularity.

The Archbishop is Executed

When Henry VIII required a divorce from Catherine of Aragon, he turned to his Archbishop in Canterbury. Thomas Cranmer thus became the chief architect of the English Reformation. Cranmer denied papal authority over the English Church, paving the way for Henry's divorce and essentially nullifying the threat of excommunication.

Hotel Price Index From Hotels.com Reveals U.S. Travelers Spent Their Money On Experiences Abroad

After three years, prices travelers paid for overnight accommodations rose 2% globally in 2017, according to the latest Hotels.com® Hotel Price Index™ (HPI®). In a year where cryptocurrencies flooded the market, hashtags took over the red carpet and political debate turned well, political, the needle has also moved for travelers

The Suffering and Spirit of San Juan

A visit by our 52 Places Traveler to the Puerto Rican capital, still recovering from last year’s hurricanes, was one of the most calming and soul-filling experiences of her trip so far.

10 insanely Affordable Destinations for Spring 2018

From a recovering Caribbean island chain to spring skiing at a famous mountain, these 10 spring destinations are wallet-friendly this year.

Ryanair Takes on Austria, Teaming Up With Niki Lauda

Ryanair has made a landgrab for flights from Austria, Germany and Switzerland to the Mediterranean. Europe’s biggest budget airline aims to spend €50m (£44m) buying 75 per cent of LaudaMotion, the latest aviation venture of Niki Lauda.

Are Lithuanians Obsessed With bees?

Lithuanian, the most conservative of all Indo-European languages, is riddled with references to bees.

Why Are People Still Flying United?

At the beginning of the year, United Airlines said it was launching an employee training program that would transform its bloodied and bruised customer service image. The goal: be known as the most caring airline in the skies.

How Uber-Luxury Private Helicopters Are Taking Off

Luxury private jets are one thing, but the real movers and shakers in the VIP world demand cutting-edge, customized helicopters.

The One Travel Sin In Israel That You Can Easily Avoid

Not so very long ago terminally bland chain hotels were the mainstay of lodging in Israel—indeed, a certain generation of travelers can remember when they were practically the only choice in cities like Tel Aviv and Jerusalem.

Royal Caribbean's New Private Island Cruise Will Have Hot Air Balloons and a 135-foot Water Slide

Royal Caribbean puts lots of effort into giving its guests the perfect vacation aboard its ships, but now they're focusing on creating a one-of-a-kind experience on land: In 2019, guests will be able to visit the company’s newly transformed private island in CocoCay, Bahamas.

Disney Cruise Line Announces New Destinations for 2019

Disney has announced a number of exciting new experiences serving destinations around the world for 2019, including picturesque rides from Paris to Normandy, as well as a first ever round-trip cruise from Rome.

Beautiful Pictures of Beaches With the Clearest Water in the World

Although you’d think a beach is a beach, some are just better than others. And while much ado is made about how white a beach’s sand is or how many palm trees are swaying nearby, clear water is another major draw.

10 Amazing Ways to See Vietnam

Longing to discover Vietnam? Theodora Sutcliffe selects tours for the intrepid and the not-so-daring.

The Attempted Kidnapping of Princess Anne

On March 20, 1974 Princess Anne was returning to Buckingham Palace from a charity event. In the car was her husband, Mark Phillips, her driver and private detective. Suddenly, a Ford escort in front of her Rolls Royce veered to a stop. A man emerged from the Ford, firing a pistol.

Resort and Lodging News: Airbnb in Cuba; Caribbean Villas

Things to consider if you're planning a trip soon, including hipster-style lodging in Oregon and over-water bungalows in the Caribbean.

Returning to Vieques

Hurricanes Irma and Maria devastated islands in the Caribbean last September. Six months later, how are they recovering? To find out, writers for Travel spent time in Vieques

Las Vegas Resort Fees: How a $25 Room Becomes a $65 Room

Resort fees, those mandatory nightly charges for Internet service, fitness center use and other "perks'' that hotels insist guests want in one bundle, are increasing on and off the Las Vegas Strip.

Airline Offering a Voucher? Just Say No!

Beware of funny money, fellow travelers. Airlines, hotels and cruise lines are quicker than ever to push vouchers into your unhappy hands when something goes wrong and you're owed a refund or apology. But think twice before you say "yes," because you might be forking over your hard-earned money without even realizing it.

Emirates to Pay Millions in Compensation for Delatying Passengers

Thousands of passengers are in line for payouts of €600 (£529) from Emirates for flight delays, after the Supreme Court refused the airline permission to appeal against a ruling on missed connections. The decision is expected to cost the Dubai-based airline millions of pounds in retrospective payments.

The World's Best Budget Hotels in Amazing Locations

Everyone loves a bargain, and there's no need to compromise on location when planning a shoestring holiday.

15 Popular Travel Destinations You Should Avoid In The Summer

Summer is undoubtedly a popular time for Americans to travel. With kids out of school and office environments a little more relaxed, it seems only natural to use your vacation days and get out of town.

How Martinique's Rum Became Certifiably the Best in the Caribbean

There are two ways to get toasted on the French Caribbean island of Martinique. The first requires a beach towel and gobs of sunscreen. The second involves sipping glass after glass of a delicious adult beverage made from sugar cane and distilled to the exact standards of the French government.

A European Ski Resort All to Yourself

If you can put up with foolish goat men, sermonizing lions and the perpetual risk of being turned to stone, the storybook realm of Narnia would make an ideal skiing destination, at least during the 100-year winter of "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe."

If You're Going to Brazil, Get a Yellow Fever Vaccine, CDC Warns

Federal health officials strengthened their warnings about travel to Brazil on Friday, saying anyone planning to travel there needs to get a yellow fever vaccine.

Woman Says She Was Fat-Shamed at Universal Theme Park

A woman who claims staff at Universal’s Islands of Adventure “humiliated” her by refusing to accommodate her size has filed a discrimination complaint with the Florida Commission on Human Relations, WFTV reports.

Avalon Waterways to Add India Cruise Tours in 2019

The 13-day Colorful India and the Ganges River trips will begin with a multi-day overland tour to India's capital, Delhi, as well as Agra (home to the Taj Mahal) and Jaipur -- a trio of historic cities known as the Golden Triangle. It'll then continue with a seven-night voyage on a tributary of the Ganges River.

This Cruise Will Visit All Seven Continents and 32 Countries

An incredible new cruise that visits seven continents and 32 countries has been launched by Silversea. The ultra-luxury cruise line industry announced that the pioneering voyage on the Silver Whisper will start in 2020.

The Death of Robert de LaSalle

The French explorer Robert de LaSalle explored the Great Lakes region of the United States and Canada, the Mississippi River, and the Gulf of Mexico. He claimed the entire Mississippi basin for France, naming it "La Louisiane" in honor of Louis XIV.

Spring Break 2018: Sun, Sand and Deals in Mexico and the Caribbean

With air travel expected to be at an all-time high, a look at where we're flocking as a new season begins.

Copenhagen's Best Budget Hotels That Won't Break the Bank

Popular as it is for weekend breaks, Copenhagen is also notoriously expensive as a destination. Choose your hotel wisely, however, and you don't have to break the bank.

The Toughest English Geography Quiz of All Time

Next week is English Tourism Week (17–25 March). Now you might be thinking; “Wait – English Tourism Week? Is that even a thing?”

The Wise Words That Changed My Life

"I told her how I had never felt at home anywhere, and how disconnected I had always felt from the country of my birth."

Royal Caribbean to Give Private Bahamas Island Massive Makeover

Royal Caribbean is investing $200 million to redo its private island in the Bahamas, CocoCay adding a 13-slide water park, wave pool, helium balloon, zip line and more.

The 10 things You Have to Do in Vilnius

Vilnius is a city best known for its historical charm, particularly its Unesco-listed Old Town. Yet there are few European capitals modernizing quite so rapidly.

Six Senses Yao Noi: A Thailand Resort With a Conscience

As Six Senses Yao Noi turns 10, find out how this top luxury resort on Thailand's Phang Nga Bay stays at the top of its game.

Hugh Thompson, Jr. - An American Hero

Captain Hugh Thompson, Jr. was a United States Army helicopter pilot during the Vietnam War. On the morning of March 16th, 1968 he flew his helicopter over a small village in Vietnam the soldiers referred to as "Pinkville" but the locals knew as My Lai.

Air Travel Expected to Reach Spring Record High

Citing persistently low fares, unsurpassed levels of investment in products, increasing competition and unprecedented passenger access, Airlines for America (A4A) anticipates a record high volume of air passengers this spring.

Universal Studios parks get faster, more furious this summer

Fast & Furious is, of course, the name of a crazy-popular movie series. It also could describe the pace at which Universal’s theme parks in Florida and Hollywood are developing new attractions and expanding their offerings.

In Spanish Basque Country, Sampling Cider and an Ancient Ritual

No one really tells you what to do when you first arrive at a sagardotegi, or traditional Basque cider house, especially if you don’t speak Basque. You’re simply given a glass, led to one of the long wooden tables in a vast room

The True Cost of Your Airport Stopover

The problem with affordable flights is that they often come with a downfall — lengthy and inconvenient stopovers. While you may be saving a few hundred dollars off your next flight, how much money will you be spending while you wait in transit?

Oceania Cruises joins four other lines in offering free Wi-Fi

The Miami-based cruise line says it is introducing a new high-speed internet system called Wavenet throughout its six-ship fleet.

36 Hours in Oaxaca

This multicultural hub in the highlands of southern Mexico is known for its mild climate, rich culinary and craft traditions, and complex history.

Airports Getting Friendlier for Blind Travelers

A growing number of U.S. airports are embracing an augmented reality service to offer greater mobility and independence to blind passengers.

England Football Fans Warned of 'Harassment' When Travelling to Russia

As tension between the UK Government and the Kremlin intensifies, travellers heading for Russia are being warned to beware of anti-British harassment.

23 Unusual Laws Around the World You Probably Didn't Know About

A selection of surprising laws to watch out for on your summer holiday

These Breathtaking Vacation Rentals Let You Sleep Up In The Air

Instead of planning your next getaway around a specific city destination, turn your trip on its head by instead planning around specific accommodations you want.

The 32 Most Beautiful Places to Visit in Ireland

From the Cliffs of Moher to Kinsale to Connemara, escape to 32 of the most beautiful places to visit in Ireland.

Norwegian Bliss Leaves Shipyard Ahead of Debut

Norwegian Bliss had its conveyance down the Ems River from Meyer Werft shipyard on its way to eventual sea trials to be performed in the North Sea.

20 of the Best Adventure Travel Challenges for 2018

Marathon cycles meet epic swims and uplifting hikes in our guide to the best breaks that, from the Lake District to the Sahara, will get you off the sofa and into the great outdoors

5 Simple Tips for Getting Stellar Hotel Service

Whether you're staying in a luxury resort or a budget-friendly hotel, keep these tips in mind for superior service and a relaxing stay.

Airlines: A record 151 Million Passengers Will Fly This Spring

Airlines are projecting another record-setting holiday season with nearly 151 million passengers for the spring season.

The National Park in Ethiopia Where Wolves and Honey Badgers Rule the Roost

At first it's a speck on the landscape, a barely tangible tangerine blur beyond tufts of alpine shrubs. I try not to get too excited. My first wolf sighting turned out to be a rock flecked with ginger moss - the perfect camouflage for the world's rarest canid. This time, however, it seems to be the real deal. It's moving, at least.

Cruise Line Executives Talk Overtourism, Security and More at Seatrade

Overcrowding in popular destinations, travel security and the future of Cuba were three major themes discussed during the State of the Industry panel at the 34th annual Seatrade cruise conference in Fort Lauderdale.

The Ides of March

On this date in 44 B.C.E., members of the Roman Senate, including Marcus Junius Brutus, Gaius Cassius Longinus, and 60 other co-conspirators, stabbed to death Julius Ceasar.

CCRA Institutes New Policies Around TRUE Accreditation Program

CCRA announced today after an 18-month review, an enhanced set of policies and procedures designed to protect both the integrity of the TRUE Accredited Agency Program for travel agencies as well as the network of suppliers who recognize and accept the TRUE code.

Pearl Seas Cruises’ Complimentary Pre-Cruise Packages For Cuba Sailings

Pearl Seas Cruises is pleased to offer complimentary pre-cruise packages for new bookings on Fall 2018 Cuba sailings from Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. The complimentary package includes a one-night premium hotel stay in Ft. Lauderdale and transportation to the ship.

Collette Launches Corporate Social Responsibility Platform

Collette, global tour operator, has launched its first formal Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) platform with a focus on four key pillars: people, community, product and environment.

In Florence, Finding the Legacy of One of Literature's Great Couples

For nearly 15 years, the poets Elizabeth Barrett Browning and Robert Browning lived under the spell of this elegant Renaissance capital

Boeing's 10,000th 737 Rolls Off the Assembly Line

Boeing rolled out its 10,000th 737 Tuesday, marking the latest milestone for the workhorse jet that just celebrated its 50th anniversary in April.

Virgin Trains Launches Bizarre Avocard for Millennials Who Didn't Get a Railcard

It may sound like the dawn of the end of days, but #Avocard is a thing, brought to us by Virgin Trains.

Dog Dies On Flight After Passenger Forced To Put Carrier In Overhead Bin

The airlines says it takes "full responsibility for this tragedy."

Don't Have to Head South to Seek Disney Cruises

If you've got kids, a trip with Disney Cruise Line is a no-brainer. The line offers four classically styled ships that recall the grandeur of the great transatlantic ocean liners, but with all of the family-friendly amenities and features that you'd expect of a thoroughly modern vessel.

The Greek Islands That Tourists Don’t Know About

Scoot’s been advertising flights to Athens from $319 and according to travel search site Kayak, there has been a 109 per cent increase in searches by Aussies to the Greek capital. And unsurprisingly, it’s the stunning islands that are the country’s big drawcard.

Your Complete Guide to Rome's Art

Our top recommendations for the best art and architecture in Rome, Italy, with pictures and travel tips. Find fun things to do, best places to visit, unusual things to do, and more for couples, adults, and kids.

Two Constant Travelers Share Their Tips for Keeping Cozy on the Road

The women of Madewell and Parachute share their best and tested travel tips.

Five Places to Shop in Belfast

Belfast's lively city center is a compact pedestrian-friendly area where the shopping gems are independently owned establishments.

River Cruise Giant Viking Soon Could Dominate Upscale Ocean Cruising, Too

Since debuting in 2015, Viking's ocean cruise division has grown rapidly and now operates four ships. It plans 12 more by 2027.

Airbnb is going to battle against Expedia and Booking.com

Expect to see more hotels on Airbnb, as the company attempts to lure them away from online travel booking sites.

Hot New Hotels to Check Into in 2018

Just when you thought travel couldn't get any more luxurious, the best new hotels of 2018 have seriously upped the ante around the world.

American Cruise Lines Names 2nd New Riverboat American Harmony

American Cruise Lines is pleased to announce American Harmony, the 2nd ship in its revolutionary Modern Riverboat Series. The Line began construction on American Harmony earlier this year, a sister-ship to the state-of-the-art American Song.

South African Airways Appoints Marlene Sanau as Vice President of Sales, North America

South African Airways (SAA), Africa’s most awarded airline, has announced the appointment of Marlene Sanau as the new vice president of sales, North America, based at the airline’s North America Regional Office in Fort Lauderdale. In this role, she will be responsible for implementing sales strategies to strengthen and grow business relationships with SAA’s travel trade partners, online travel agency distribution channels, corporate customers, and key tourism industry organizations.

Albert Einstein is Born

Time magazine named him the "Person of the Century". He was a physicist, but his name is known by every common laborer, housewife and school child. His last name is synonymous with genius. He is Albert Einstein and he was born on this day in 1879.

Island-Hopping on Vibrant Trinidad and Lush St. Lucia

The first half of our 52 Places Traveler's trip around the Caribbean brings her to Trinidad and its famous Carnival, as well as a relaxing stop in St. Lucia.

10 Places to Experience Old-School Paris Shopping

Evidence of the wave of young creatives opening coffee shops and concept stores that challenge Parisian traditions - and some would say bringing rejuvenation to a city criticized for being staid and stuffy in recent years - is all over Instagram of late.

Best May Half-Term Fun and Sun Family Holidays

May half term is a great opportunity for a good value, bonding break with the family. Not only will you spend far less for your holiday than you would for the same trip in peak season, but there’s no need to fly too far to find warm sunshine.

12 Things Flight Attendants Always Have With Them When They Fly

From lip balm to a bullet journal to a selfie stick.

Suit Demands TSA Explain Phone Searches of Passengers on Domestic Flights

The Transportation Security Administration is searching the cellphones and other electronic devices of domestic air travelers and should be ordered to document when, how and why, according to a federal lawsuit filed Monday.

Yes, it Looks Like a Condo - But It's Really a Cruise Ship With Killer Views

The boxy new MSC Seaside features the longest zip line at sea, a Bridge of Sighs and a restaurant by Roy Yamaguchi.

Phong Nha: The Best Town in Vietnam You’ve Been Missing

“Recently, I heard that up until 12 years ago, some people here used to pay for things with rice,” Michael Rowbottom told the twenty of us seated in front of him.

Florida-bound Celebrity Edge Looks to Raise Culinary Bar

When Celebrity Edge makes its way to Florida, it promises to offer the most dining options ever for the the cruise line.

Canoes, Caves and Indigenous Culture: Adventure Awaits in Mexico's San Luis Potosi

For an adventure in Mexico, get away from the coast and head inland to San Luis Potosi.

Tuesday: Most Boston Flights Grounded, 1,400 Cancellations Nationwide

Another day, another nor'easter. That's how it must feel for fliers this week as a coastal storm snarled flights for the third time in less than two weeks.

European City Breaks for 2018

Our experts offer a guide to the top 25 destinations for a city break in 2018, including what to do and where to stay in Venice, Amsterdam, Florence, Lisbon, London, Barcelona and Reykjavik

Norwegian Waives Extra Fee After Passenger Writes Complaint Poem

A passenger who complained about Norwegian on social media through the medium of poetry has had his extra fees waived by the budget airline.

8 Hostels So Good You Won’t Want to Leave

Take a peek at the best hostels in the world for 2018, according to reviews on hostel booking site Hostelworld.

Passage of the Butler Act

A high school teacher, John Scopes, was charged on May 5, 1925 with teaching evolution. His source was a textbook outlining the theories of Charles Darwin's "On the Origin of Species."

Embark on the Ultimate Sailing Vacation: Windstar’s 51-Day Grand Mediterranean Cruise in Summer 2019 Aboard the World’s Largest Sailing Ship

Cruise guests on Windstar’s 51-day Grand Mediterranean adventure will embark the 310-passenger MSY Wind Surf on July 7, 2019, in Europe’s Westernmost port of Lisbon, Portugal, prepared for an epic adventure visiting the best ports in central Europe sailing across the culturally-rich Mediterranean, one of the world’s most beautiful seas.

Havana's Symphony of Sound

"No one can predict what will happen to Cuba in the coming years, which is why you must rush there now. As in, right now."

Honeymoon Guide: Romantic Resorts in the Bahamas

If you're prepared to splurge, there are several appealing options for newlyweds.

Norwegian Airlines Has Perfect response to Passenger's complaint "Poem"

A passenger who complained about Norwegian on social media through the medium of poetry has had his extra fees waived by the budget airline.

10 Hidden Corners of the Commonwealth You'd Never Thought to Visit

The Commonwealth is, of course, the last vestige of a British Empire which once straddled the globe. This much many people know. And yet - that this reminder of a different era still stretches to six continents (only Antarctica stands askance) and 53 countries is often overlooked.

Dallas-bound flight makes emergency landing in Albuquerque

A Dallas-bound flight was diverted to the Albuquerque International Sunport after smoke filled the aircraft's cabin.

Hong Kong's Best New Restaurants

One of Hong Kong's biggest draws is its vast array of places to eat. Here are 10 of the most exciting new restaurants to try in 2018.

The Week in Pictures: March 1 - 8

Buddhist blessings, a lonely rhino, Nor'easter slams East Coast, and more.

Looking For a Room for the Night? Europe's Convents Offer Tranquility - and treats

Around Europe, particularly in Spain and Italy, convents provide tranquil and often economical sleeping quarters. They can also be a way to tap into a deeply ingrained cultural heritage.

Walking Safari Excites Alongside Luxury Bushcamps in Romantic Zambia

Zambia - The hair on the back of my neck stands up as I walk over hyena tracks and side step fresh elephant dung, but real fear grips when we come across lion tracks.

If You Need Daydream Fuel Today, Here's an Around-the-World Cruise Sailing to 32 Countries and All 7 Continents

It's perhaps the most luxurious and comprehensive cruise option ever on offer.

How Caribbean Cruise Ports Are Focusing on Hurricane Preparedness

Six months have passed since Hurricanes Irma and Maria touched down in the Eastern Caribbean, devastating a number of islands. Remarkably, residents across the affected islands forged the beginning of a new path out of the devastation

Coca Cola Sold In Bottles

If you believed its press, Coca Cola was a miracle drug, capable of curing all manner of ills including morphine addiction, headaches and impotence. Invented in 1885 in Columbus, Georgia, the drink was first sold in soda fountains in Atlanta in 1886 as a patent medicine for five cents a glass.

The Future of Flying: You’ve Never Travelled Like This Before

There has never been a better time to fly, as airlines offer incredible deals and introduce innovations in aircraft and their interiors to make getting to your destination more enjoyable.

For Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, a Royal Wedding. For the Rest of Us: Royal Tours

With the couple's nuptials on the horizon, travel brands are offering themed hotel packages and viewing parties.

USA Issues Travel Warning for Mexican Resort Town

U.S. Embassy in Mexico prohibits government employees from traveling to Playa del Carmen

10 Beaches in Asia That Tourists Haven't Ruined Yet

South-east Asia has some of the most beautiful beaches in the world: golden sands, crystal-clear waters and lush green plant life mean it's no surprise this region attracts millions of tourists a year. But its popularity has come at a price, with overcrowding, coral damage, and waste becoming increasingly common problems for the regional coastlines.

Meet the couple who ran 6,500 miles across South America - dodging hurricane-force winds and the Venezuelan mafia

ur thermometer read 32F (0C). A blizzard tore at our faces. We could barely see the opposite bank of the metallic slick of water that rushed menacingly past us. Our only option was to swim.

Disney's 'Star Wars' Land Takes Shape In New Video - And It's Huge

Aerial footage shows the massive scale of construction at Disneyland.

A Ghost Island In the Middle of the Indian Ocean

Ross Island, an abandoned British settlement in the remote Andaman archipelago, is being taken over by its rightful owner: nature.

World's First Energy-positive Hotel Planned for Arctic Circle

When approaching the Helgeland coastline, in northern Norway, you can't miss the Svartisen glacier spilling down the side of Almlifjellet mountain. Below, the gin-clear Holandsfjorden fjord -- an extension of the Norwegian Sea -- reflects the blue-toned mountain like a mirror.

Cruise excursions: How to Enjoy Them Safely on Spring Break

Cruise excursion activities like scuba, zip lining and parasailing have potential hidden dangers. Undercover, the Rossen team show you what to look for.

WestJet CEO Gregg Saretsky retires

CALGARY - WestJet Airlines Ltd.

Azamara Journey Sets Sail on First World Tour from Sydney to London

Boutique cruise ship Azamara Journey set sail this week on its first world tour, a 102-day trip from Sydney to London. Departing more than a fortnight before Qantas’ inaugural Perth-London flight, the cruise won’t arrive in London until June 17, months after the Dreamliner plane touches down at Heathrow.

Southwest's Louisiana One gives the State Bird New Wings

The airline on Wednesday (March 7) debuted a Boeing 737-700 dedicated to the Bayou State.

At a Copenhagen Hotel, Scandinavian Style and Seasonal Seafood

The Nobis Hotel Copenhagen is visually stunning, with a marble lobby and airy guest rooms.

FLASH SALE: COLLETTE ANNOUNCES INCREDIBLE SAVINGS ON TOURS TO IRELAND

Pawtucket, Rhode Island (March 7, 2018) – Collette, global tour operator, is pleased to announce a St. Patrick’s Day Flash Sale on air-inclusive tours to Ireland! Beginning March 9, 2018 through March 18, 2018, air-inclusive tours start at just $1,598* per person. All rates include land, $99 round-trip airfare, taxes and fuel surcharges from eligible gateways. Agents must mention code IRELAND99.

Barbie's Birthday

The American International Toy Fair in New York on March 9, 1959 debuted a new doll by the Mattel toy company. Named after the daughters of one of Mattel's co-founders, Barbie became an overnight sensation. Most dolls of the time were modeled after babies. Barbie, however, had a distinctively adult form and look - too much so for many during the doll's history. The first Barbie doll sold for $3.00.

36 Hours in Auckland

The New Zealand city is laid-back and outdoorsy, but its sophistication shines in its expanding art scene, thriving fashion industry and a new generation of chefs embracing native ingredients.

These Are the Top Five Islands in the World

Islands.com looked at its visitors' manual searches in January and calculated the top five most-searched islands.

What It's Like Being a Female Pilot

Although female pilots only make up around 4.5 per cent of commercial pilots in the UK, women have been working in aviation industries around the world since the beginnings of air travel.

Eco-Adventures on the Samana Peninsula

On the Samana Peninsula, you'll find a natural playground for whale watching, surfing, hiking and relaxing on uncrowded Dominican Republic beaches.

Cruising Was More Popular than Ever in 2017

Cruise executives highlighted a banner year for cruising in 2017 at the annual Seatrade Cruise Global conference in Fort Lauderdale Tuesday.

6 iconic Northwest Experiences to Look Ahead to As Winter Ends

If you're new to Seattle or the region, this list will help you understand why the rest of us stick it out during the rainy season.

'World's First Crowdfunded Craft Beer Hotel' to Open in Ohio

It's pretty much expected that a big city craft brewery should offer a fine dining experience, but a brewery in Columbus, Ohio, is hoping you'll stay the night.

Norwegian Cruise Line to Build New Miami terminal

Norwegian Cruise Line is going to build a new terminal for PortMiami set to open in 2019.

Where to Stay, Eat, and Lie on the Beach in Martinique

Unspoiled beaches, amazing rum cocktails, and freshly caught fish await on this French Caribbean island.

How to Find Cheap Flight Deals: 5 Expert Tips

"Flight-hacking ninja" Jack Sheldon, founder of Jack's Flight Club, reveals how to keep costs low when jetting off

Virgin Atlantic Overhauls Economy Fares, Adds No-frills Option

Virgin Atlantic is latest to tweak its economy fares, an attempt to push back against expanding budget airlines and harmonize offerings with partner Delta.

The Best New Hotel Openings in New York for 2018

Our guide to the best new New York hotels opening in 2018, from The Hoxton Williamsburg to The Times Square EDITION.

ISRAEL'S DAN HOTELS APPOINTS INDUSTRY VETERAN RONEN NISSENBAUM AS COMPANY PRESIDENT AND CEO

Tel Aviv - October 31, 2017: Michael Federmann, Chairman of the Dan Hotels' Board of Directors, announced today the board's unanimous decision to appoint Ronen Nissenbaum as the next President and CEO of the Dan Hotels, effective January 1, 2018.

Evil Empire

On March 8, 1983, President Ronald Reagan in a speech to the National Association of Evangelicals in Orlando, Florida first used publicly the phrase "evil empire." In that speech, with reference to the Soviet Union, Reagan said:

Now Onboard: Marvel Heroes, Stargazing and Lots of Water Slides

Cruise lines are offering attractions and activities for everyone, from grandparents to teenagers to parents looking for child care.

Why Brooklyn is New York's coolest borough

Brooklyn has changed infinitely over the last 10 years, but it continues to entice New York tourists over the water. Sure, it may have lost a little of the edge it had in years gone by, but beyond the gentrification and trickle of big name businesses there's still an exciting, varied and energetic atmosphere

The Secret to Cheap(ish) Sardinia

Picture the Aga Khan, anchored between Corsica and Sardinia in his luxury yacht. He stands on deck, beguiled by the emerald waters that would give the Costa Smeralda its name and thinks: “Here is where I will build my resort.” Thusly; tourism to Sardinia was born.

Take A Virtual Disney Vacation With Stunning New Google Street View Maps

Visit Disneyland and Disney World on the same day without leaving home.

Say Goodbye to Your In-Flight Movie Screen

As more passengers bring their phones, tablets, and laptops on flights, airlines are phasing out seat back monitors. It's a move causing turbulence among some travelers.

Matsushima: All-you-can-eat Oysters and Japan's Most Scenic Views

Matsushima Bay, one of Japan's fabled three most scenic places, is made up of 260 islands. And the area also has some of its finest oysters, too.

35 European Landmarks You Need to Visit

Europe, with its centuries of rulers, wars, artwork, and more, as well as the wealth and opulence that came with colonial power, has more than its fair share of landmarks that are recognized not just in their native nations but around the world, and we've created a list of the ones you need to make sure you see.

Pacific Eden Leaves P

The 1260-passenger Pacific Eden has been sold to a new owner and will leave the P

Japanese Volcano Spews Ash Thousands of Feet Into Sky, Grounding Flights Nearby

It was Mount Shinmoedake's most violent eruption since 2011.

10 of the Best Places to Stay in Marrakech

These riads, hostels and hotels not only offer roof-terrace views of the medina and calm courtyards to escape the heat, they are also excellent value given Marrakech

This Military Base in Monterey County Hosts Overnight Guests

The U.S. Army base in southern Monterey County sits on nearly 170,000 acres of mountains, valleys and meadows with its main entrance about 25 miles west of Highway 101 near King City.

Allegiant Expands to Nashville as Part of 13-route Expansion

The company also revealed two new cross-country routes that will add non-stop service between Denver and Asheville, N.C., and between Oakland and Memphis.

Golda Meir Becomes Israel's Prime Minister

At a time in our history when women are closer to the United States presidency than ever before, it is worthwhile noting great female heads of state from the past. On March 7, 1969, Golda Meir became the Prime Minister of Israel. She was the country's first woman prime minister. David Ben-Gurion called her "the only man in the Cabinet".

Collette Launches Corporate Social Responsibility Platform

March 1, 2018, Pawtucket RI: Collette, global tour operator, has launched its first formal Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) platform with a focus on four key pillars: people, community, product and environment. With social responsibility already a company value and a strong philanthropic record that includes a robust volunteer program and a global hunger initiative, the company is dedicated to developing a more holistic approach to responsibility that goes beyond philanthropy and corporate giving.

A Tale of Three Cities, With a Ship As Home Base

A mother and daughter have plenty of time to enjoy Stockholm, Copenhagen and St. Petersburg on their cruise as well as sashimi and scavenger hunts onboard.

MSC Seaside: Inside the Giant New MSC Cruises Ship That Is Turning Heads

Based year-round in Miami, the latest vessel from Europe-based MSC Cruises has been specifically designed to appeal to American cruisers.

These Are the 10 Best Airport Hotels in the World

In days gone by, spending the night at an airport hotel was considered a humdrum affair, characterized by formulaic chains, carbon-copy hotel rooms and uninspiring cuisine. But no more, today, there are a number of great airport hotels worth keeping an eye out for on your travels. Here are 10 of the best.

Is Malaga Spain's Most Underrated City Break?

The birth place of Picasso boasts Easter parades, tapas tours and its very own Pompidou Centre. It’s so much more than just a gateway to the Costa del Sol.

First-Class Passenger Tries To Open Emergency Door Mid-Flight, Shouts 'I Am God!'

"She wasn't acting right, or normal, from the very beginning."

Strange Encounters in the Qatar Desert

This Qatar day trip from Doha heads into the desert of the Zekreet Peninsula for Richard Serra artwork, the unusual Umbrella Rock and Film City.

Nature's Pageantry on Display During Dutch Tulip Season

LISSE, Netherlands - Nothing says springtime like the tulip season in the Netherlands. The vast Dutch sky hangs low against rectangles of color majestic purples, regal reds, bright yellows, eye-popping whites.

Going dark: 3-city Tour of Europe's WWII History Brings Painful Past to Life

My rough itinerary through Amsterdam, Berlin and Krakow had been years in the making, before I knew it had a name: dark tourism.

Jet Blue's 2-Day Sale Is Back and the Deals Are Amazing

For the next two days, the airline is offering a ton of fares under $100.

Rick Steves: What's New in Britain and Ireland for 2018

England, Scotland, and Ireland are adding worthwhile exhibits to well-known sights and investing in new experiences for travelers.

How the New Visa Laws Will Change Tourism in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia is opening up to tourism. The Kingdom has a new, professional approach to attracting visitors, easier visa rules and, for the first time, the prospect for younger, unaccompanied women to see the country as tourists. But why would you want to visit? Should you go? And what are the challenges?

European City Breaks for 2018

Our experts offer a guide to the top 25 destinations for a city break in 2018, including what to do and where to stay in Venice, Amsterdam, Florence, Lisbon, London, Barcelona and Reykjavik

Remember the Alamo

The territory of Texas was in the northern region of Mexico known as Coahuila y Tejas. Rebel forces in Texas wanted independence from Mexico. The Mexican government saw Texas as an important bulwark against the territorial expansion of the United States.

Introducing American Song’s 900 Square Foot Grand Suites

Guilford, CT— March 5, 2018—American Cruise Lines is pleased to announce the spectacular 900 square foot Grand Suites available aboard the brand new American Song—the first modern riverboat ever available in the U.S. The state-of-the-art ship is the first ship in American Cruise Lines’ revolutionary Modern Riverboat series of 5 ships. American Song will make its inaugural cruise on the Mississippi River October 6th, 2018 and the 2nd ship in the series will debut in Summer, 2019.

Cruise Lines Cancel Cozumel Mexico Shore Excursions After U.S. Embassy Security Alert

The cancellations -- so far made by Carnival Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean International, Princess Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, MSC Cruises and Costa Cruises -- come in the wake of a security alert issued by the U.S. Embassy on March 1, due to the seizing of undetonated explosive devices on a ferry between Cozumel and Playa del Carmen.

On a Disney Cruise, It's a Stressful World (After All)

Can a cruise skeptic enjoy four days on the high seas with his family, Mickey and a bunch of princesses?

Most Visited National Parks, Monuments and More

The U.S. Department of the Interior has put together a list of the most popular public lands they manage.

Bye Bye Blighty: Why Travelling Millennials Are Snubbing the UK

Millennials are falling out of love with the UK. That’s according to recent statistics from VisitEngland, which show that 16–34 year olds took 1.4 million fewer holidays at home last year than they did a decade ago.

The Secrets Hiding in Warsaw, the Paris of the East

Despite its past hardships, Poland's capital city continues to rise from the ashes-and its once-famous elegance can still be found by those who look beyond the surface.

Chicago Politician Cracking Down on 'Fake' Support Animals at City's Airports

Long serving Alderman Edward Burke hopes to tighten the leash.

Women-Only Island Opening in Finland

SuperShe Island offers women a private, luxury escape off the coast of Finland. Sorry, men: You're not allowed.

Baltimore's Sagamore Pendry Makes Travel Leisure List of Best New Hotels in World

Sagamore Pendry, backed by Under Armour founder Kevin Plank, made Travel Leisure's list of the best new hotels in the world.

Puppet Master Pulls the Strings on Princess Cruises' New Stage Show

Princess Cruises has its third original stage production produced by Tony Award-winning Stephen Schwartz, "The Secret Silk" debuting on Royal Princess and directed by famed puppeteer John Tartaglia.

The Local's Guide to Naples' Art Scene: 10 top tips

This exuberant city revered for its food, culture and history is now forging a reputation as one of Europe's most exciting hubs for contemporary art

An Airfare Guru Tells You How to Get the Lowest Price

Getting a great fare is a game that many fliers play. It can be fun; it can be infuriating. And most of all, it can help you be frugal so you can stretch your vacation dollars. But beware that ultra-low fare. It may not be right for you.

How to Travel With Children

Traveling with children can feel daunting when considering long packing lists, unpredictable schedules and cranky kids away from their routines. But there are tips and tricks to making travel fun and exciting for family members of all ages.

Peak Bloom for DC's Famed Cherry Trees is Coming Early

Washington's cherished cherry tree blossoms signal the unofficial start of spring in the nation's capital, and it looks like it's coming a bit early this year.

The Boston Massacre

Tensions were running high between the colonists and the British soldiers in Boston. King George, fearing war with France, had imposed a series of taxes on the Americans. The colonists, having no representation in London, resented the imposition of the taxes on their business activities and purchases. Boston, the intellectual and cultural center of the Americas, was also the center of the resistance against British tyranny and the George III sent troops to protect their interests.

Photowalk: 10 Instagram-worthy Scenes From Hollywood Boulevard

An old movie theater, stars names on cement and costumer characters highlight your visit. Take a look.

Paris: 10 of the Best Budget Hotels

Paris: so much to see, do eat, shop, admire and ogle, so why bother splurging on an expensive bed for the night when you’re hardly going to be there?

Romanian Rhapsody: Exploring an Unsung Destination in Eastern Europe

The lost-in-time setting, the warden’s and priest’s traditional garb and their ritual exchange all are part of the mellow charm that Romania offers visitors willing to set aside Gothic fantasies of Dracula Land and give the country a fresh look

St Patrick's Day: The Best Cities for Weekend Breaks

Some staples of the calendar need little introduction. St Patrick's Day is certainly one of them

10 Vacation Rental Sites That Aren't Airbnb

If you’re planning a mid-summer trip one of the world’s best beaches, you’re probably looking for some killer digs to boot. Though you’d be hard-pressed to find someone these days who hasn’t used hospitality marketplace Airbnb for vacation rentals, there are lots of reasons people avoid using the site

The Curious Customs of Copacabana

On Lake Titicaca's southern edge, Copacabana, Bolivia, is famed for an ancient relic, miracles and a religious rite that includes showering new cars in cold beer.

Wanderful Unites Women Who Love Solo Travel

In the community-sourced housing likeness of Couchsurfing and Airbnb, Wanderful's program offers rooms and full units for women travelers provided by women hosts.

Siberian Airlines Passenger Assaults Passengers

A Siberian Airlines passenger has been arrested after allegedly punching and strangling men, women, and children on a flight from St. Petersburg to Novosibirsk, Russia

Queen Latifah to Serve as Godmother of Carnival Cruise Line's Newest Ship, Carnival Horizon

Hip hop artist, Grammy-award winner, actress, music label president and now cruise ship godmother. Queen Latifah will add yet another descriptor to her biography this May when she officially christens Carnival Cruise Line's newest ship, Carnival Horizon

Why Your Next Vacation Should Be on a Disney Cruise

From exclusive lounges and restaurants to secluded beaches, here's why you should escape to paradise with Mickey and the gang for your next getaway

13 Hot Reasons to Visit Qatar Right Now

Desert adventures, shopping excursions, Arabic culture and more. Here are the 13 best things to do when you're on holiday in Qatar.

American to Sell No-frills 'Basic Economy' Tickets on Europe flights

Passengers buying the cheapest fares to Europe may soon have to start paying to check a bag on some American Airlines flights

The Birth of Dr. Seuss

On this day in 1904, Theodor Geisel was born in Springfield, Massachusetts. By the time of his death 87 years later in 1997, he had written 40 books selling more than 200 million copies. His pen name "Dr. Seuss" was derived from his mother's maiden name

South African Airways Offers Special Fares to Tourism Conference Delegates

South African Airways (SAA), the national flag carrier of South Africa is pleased to offer special travel trade fares to our travel partners and industry colleagues that are planning to attend the International Luxury Travel Market

36 Hours in Sao Paulo

The city's treasures lie just below the surface: world-class restaurants, Brazil-class music and an ever-ebullient arts scene...

Taste UNESCO's Creative Cities of Gastronomy

UNESCO designates 26 cities around the world as Creative Cities for Gastronomy, and only two are in the USA. Here's what to taste in each destination...

10 of The Best Literary Cities You Should Visit Immediately

If you went by the contents of the average library bookshop, a book is just something you use to keep you occupied on a long flight. But if reading is as much a part of your holiday as a nap in a hammock or a cozy dinner under the stars, keep these cities in mind for literary destinations. To make it even easier, we've paired a book with each...

Is The Picos de Europa Spain's Most Underrated Destination?

Just over a century ago a chap called Pedro Pidal, Marquis of Villaviciosa and an Asturian senator, returned from a visit to Yellowstone and Yosemite in the US with a burning ambition to introduce the idea of national parks to Spain...

Jetstar Flight Forced To Turn Around After Airline Crew Forgets Clipboard In Plane Engine

A ground worker was conducting a pre-flight check when he placed his clipboard in the plane's engine and then forgot it...

Woman Says United Airlines Staff 'Mistreated' Her Over Carry-On Bag

Video footage shows the passenger and her mother fitting the bag into the airline's measuring rack, while staff insist it's too big

From Toy Story Land to Fast

With two new rides, Disney's Toy Story Land is the biggest new attraction opening at Florida's theme parks this year. But Universal Studios will have Fast and Furious, SeaWorld will have a whitewater raft ride, and Legoland adds a virtual reality roller coaster

Small-ship Cruise Offer Alaska Overland Tours

One of my favorite small-ship cruise lines is introducing a series of brand-new overland packages in Alaska to complement its Alaskan cruises

Eight ‘Little’ Cruise Costs You Didn’t Budget For

You’ve had a wonderful cruise, are enjoying your final evening, then the bill for extras bought on the trip arrives in your cabin pigeonhole

New Tracking Technology Could Make Lost Belongings a Thing of the Past

As a 6-year-old, Josh Lippiner’s daughter, Emma, played hide-and-seek to win. So one day, when she vanished for more than a few minutes, her parents panicked

Two Hawaii Hotels Get Rid of Plastic Straws to Try and Fight Ocean Pollution

A bill in the state's legislature would ban sippers, which are among the top 10 items in trash found along shorelines around the world

Sleep in a Glass Pod Hanging Off a Peruvian Cliff

Imagine staying off the side of a cliff in Peru's Sacred Valley. Now you can know what that's like at Skylodge Adventure Suites

Can a Travel Boycott Force Florida to Toughen Gun Control Laws?

A 17-year-old survivor of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School is calling for college students to boycott Florida as a spring break destination...

Celestyal Cruises Announces Extended 2019 and New 2020 Itineraries, Including 7 New Ports Of Call

February 28, 2018 -- Piraeus, Greece: Celestyal Cruises today announced its extended 2019 and new 2020 itineraries. In 2019 Celestyal Cruises will extend its season into December and return to Istanbul for the first time since 2016 with its new

Yellowstone National Park

The world's first national park came into existence on this date in 1872, when US President Ulysses S. Grant signed into law an act establishing Yellowstone National Park.

How to Bypass Airport Lines With the Tips of Your Fingers

More expedited security lanes, new biometric boarding passes and a free customs app that replaces paper forms aim to speed travelers out of the terminal and on their way

Why Ipoh, Malaysia, Should Be on Your Travel Radar

The city's comeback started with a water park. Now, visitors come for the roster of appealing restaurants, stylish hotels and maybe a game of checkers

Exclusive: Get a first look at Kennywood's Thomas Town

The cheeky little engine and his pals will be taking up residence at Kennywood when the historic amusement park opens Thomas Town this summer

Latin America Has The Best Beaches On Earth – Here Are 20 You Must Visit

Every region of each country has its own distinct beach scene, which has evolved around cultural roots as well as fashion and films, retail and recreation, hotels or campsites

Treasure of the Ages: Seaborne Odyssey Unlocks Secrets of the Andean World

The treasures of the Andean world, both ancient and modern, were ours to explore during a 17-day cruise that started in the bustling seaport of Valparaiso, Chile

Miami's Airport Wants To Read Your Face. You Might Be Happy About That

On Tuesday, MIA celebrated its newly renovated Concourse E federal inspection facility for international traveler

Baltimore's Sagamore Pendry Makes Travel Leisure List of Best New Hotels in World

The $350-plus-a-night waterfront Pendry, with a whiskey bar, ballroom and interior garden, was backed by the private real estate firms of Under Armour founder Kevin Plank and his brother Scott Plank

7 Quirky Museums Explore Male Anatomy, Marzipan, Pencil Sharpeners and More

For an unusual take on the human experience, check out these seven atypical museums and their oddball collections

Cycle, Eat and Cook on Bicycle Tours of Italy with 'Top Chef' Contestants

Tour places where tortellini, prosciutto di Parma, balsamic vinegar, and Parmigiano-Reggiano are made

The Craziest Secrets Of Hotel del Coronado

The Hotel del Coronado is arguably one of the most iconic hotels in the world. It’s held some accolades including being the largest resort in the world when it opened in 1888

$4.2-Billion Bahamas Resort Boasts Hot Golf, Cool Pools

Workers are putting the final touches on Baha Mar, a 1,000-acre Bahamas resort now open on Nassau's Cable Beach. It has an impressive list of amenities that includes a Grand Hyatt and an SLS hotel

Red Alert Brings 'Do Not Travel' Warning

The alert warns of widespread disruption and risk to life across many of Scotland's most heavily-populated areas

6 Ways to Improve Work Travel From Expert Road Warriors

Women often ask about how to deal with life on the road. Here are five other pro tips I learned from my female colleagues at the National Speaker Association Winter Conference

Carnival Cruise Line Deploys a Second Ship to Cuba Runs

Carnival on Tuesday announced its Miami-based Carnival Sensation would operate 17 voyages to the island nation starting in 2019

Two Stowaway Teens Hid in a Plane’s Landing Gear — and Fell to Their Death During Takeoff

Three objects tumbled from a plane leaving Ecuador for New York on Monday, falling nearly 1,000 feet just after takeoff and landing with a thud on the runway. Airport personnel rushed to the site, fearing Latam Airlines flight XL1438 had lost vital parts

The Republican Party is Born

On this day in 1854, a group of former Democrats, Free Soilers and other abolitionists, about 50 slavery opponents in all, met in Ripon, Wisconsin, to call for creation of a new political party

In Montgomery, a City Embedded With Pain, Finding Progress

The Alabama city has a complicated history, heavy with racial tensions. But it's also a powerful place, and a friendly one for travelers

Find Out Why the Vermilion Cliffs are 'Arizona's Atlantis'

The Vermilion Cliffs are Arizona's Atlantis. They're a lost land, full of legends and mysteries, hard to reach and even harder to leave

Dubai Spent $1 Billion Building the Largest Indoor Theme Park on Earth

Measuring 1.5 million square feet, IMG Worlds of Adventure — which opened on August 31, 2016 — is a nod to characters from Cartoon Network and Disney's Marvel universe

What do Tourists Need to Know about the Cape Town Drought?

Visitors to the South African city are encouraged to do their part by taking shorter showers and reusing towels

Why it's Cool to be a Tourist – and Not a Pretentious Traveller

When you look at it objectively, it seems bizarre how widely accepted it is that two words – which by their very definitions are relatively interchangeable – are now used to distinguish so clearly between people that share the same common interest, namely leaving home and heading somewhere new

The Secret Side of Milan

Big, bright, brash, a northern powerhouse in expensive shoes, Milan can never be accused of hiding its light

Airlines are Starting to Price Their Seats Based on Your Personal Information – But is it Legal?

Airlines already vary the cost of travel according to peak seasons, days of the week and time of day, but the advent of setting fares by the person, rather than the flight, are fast approaching

Do you Have Olympics Fever? Head to Lake Placid

The Lake Placid Bobsled Experience takes place at the half-mile point on the same track used by Olympic racers at the Olympic Sports Complex in Lake Placid, N.Y. Happily, you don’t have to decide which of you will be the Brian Shimer or the Lolo Jones

Airbnb Could Soon be Launching an Airline

Airbnb, which has recently ventured into trip-planning and expanded far beyond “home sharing,” is considering launching an airline, co-founder Brian Chesky revealed

9 Alternative Jet Lag Atrategies

From fasting to more exotic techniques such as floating in an isolation tank, here are nine alternative jet lag remedies

10 Reasons to Visit New Zealand

Chances are you’ve met a kiwi or two and you’ve probably seen Lord of the Rings—the country’s friendly population and breathtaking natural beauty is reason enough to visit. But if you still need convincing, here are a few more reasons

Passengers Get to Explore Exotic Destinations

Holland America Line is preparing to send one of its most well-loved ships on a series of exciting new itineraries this fall

How Skipping Hotel Housekeeping Can Help the Environment and Your Wallet

Promoting sustainability, properties are offering food and beverage credits and other perks for guests who forgo housekeeping services

What's New at These Historic Miami Beach Hotels? Enough to Lure Locals

Two historic Miami Beach hotels - the Betsy and the Carillon - are offering new services and amenities for tourists and locals alike

See inside Hard Rock Hotel's new suites at Universal Orlando Resort

The new Future Rock Star Suites are the latest room types that have some amenities and tech included to help guests feel like rock stars while staying on property. A total of 14 Rock Star Suites will be available with two-bedroom suites

The 4,000-Passenger Norwegian Bliss is Almost Done. It Will Sail L.A. to Mexico this Fall

Norwegian Bliss, a new cruise ship set to sail from Los Angeles to the Mexican Riviera this fall, has emerged from the building dock in Papenburg, Germany, a major milestone in its construction

The Reichstag Fire

Marinus van der Lubbe, a former Communist party member in Berlin, decided to strike a blow for the working man. He was most likely acting on his own

Construction Has Begun on the 2nd Modern Riverboat in the American Cruise Lines’ Series

American Cruise Lines is pleased to announce that construction has begun on the second modern riverboat in the series of five

The Hotel Room of the Future: Here's what Hotels are Doing to Adapt to Travelers

Guests have a lot of demands these days. And hotels are changing their tactics to meet those demands. Here are some areas where hotels have made strides in keeping up with the preferences of their customers

Tour Moët AND Chandon's Champagne house in France

Moët welcomes visitors to its maison in Épernay with several tour and tasting packages available

In Sebastopol, Calif., Recycled Junk Sculptures with a Wine Country Backdrop

On most nice days in Sebastopol, a small, mellow city in California Wine Country, the Florence Avenue oglers are easy to spot. They move slowly, on foot or in cars, the better to study 26 large, chortle-inducing, recycled junk sculptures rising from assorted front yards

The Real Reason why Most Plane Seats are Blue – and Other Curious Facts about Plane Cabins

Ever wonder why nearly all planes have blue seats? Well wonder no more. Here we unpack some of lesser-known facts behind the design of an aircraft cabin

Expert Reveals The Odd Trick That Can Help You Stay Calm During A Turbulent Flight

Even for the most experienced fliers, turbulence can be unsettling. We distract ourselves by snoozing, becoming engulfed in a good book or movie, but sometimes turbulence is hard to ignore. But this weird trick may solve all our anxious problems

United Flight Lands Safely In Oregon After Tire Blows During Takeoff

Passengers onboard a United Airlines flight to Oregon suffered a bit of a scare Sunday night as the plane blew a tire during takeoff

Hong Kong Disneyland Transformation Now Underway

As Hong Kong Disneyland kicks off several years of expansions and upgrades, take a look at what's coming and the cool new castle

David Bowie Exhibit at NYC Museum -- for Only $2,500 a Ticket

The Brooklyn Museum’s “David Bowie is” exhibition will run from March 2 to July 15, and the institution will forgo its suggested pricing for entrance in favour of a mandatory $20 weekday entrance fee and $25 on weekends

Cruise News: These are the Best Cruises in the World Right Now to Book for 2018

The industry’s most exciting emerging trends, such as multi-generational, small-ship and off-the-beaten-track travel, has sparked cruise companies to expand their fleets to meet growing demand

Why You Should Check Work Email On Vacation

It's on the individual to decide whether to indulge or actually, completely, unplug. In our latest debate, we make the case for why you should always (or never) be on the work grid when you're on vacation

Why Fly All The Way to Iceland? Colorado Has Some of the Best Hot Springs Around

Fly into Denver International Airport (or one of the state’s regional airports such as Montrose), pick up your rental car, and embark on the most relaxing road trip ever. It’s so much easier than having to fly across the Atlantic

Love to Read at Sea? Head to O's Reading Room on Holland America Cruises for Book Club with Authors

First up is author Tayari Jones, who wrote "An American Marriage." It's all part of Oprah Magazine's Adventure of Your Life Cruise that sails to the Caribbean on March 3

In Belfast, a Hotel Inspired by a Steve McQueen Movie

The Bullitt Hotel, named for the actor's famous film, offers comfortable rooms, artist's lectures and a rooftop bar. No car chases, though

Travel and Hotel Companies Break Ties to the NRA Amid Anger Over Florida School Shooting

As the nation continues to mourn the lives of 17 children and adults killed Feb. 14 by a gunman armed with an AR-15 rifle, companies have started to end business relationships with the NRA

Dubai Airport to Close Runway for 45 Days Next Year

One of the two runways at the world’s busiest airport for international passengers is to close for 45 days in April and May next year. Nearly half the normal flights could be grounded

Naples: Elena Ferrante's Brilliant City

Fans of the writer' Neapolitan novels are flocking to discover the south Italian city, whose personality is as important to the books as the protagonist

The Grand Canyon Becomes a National Park

In 1908 President Theodore Roosevelt signed legislation giving the Grand Canyon status as a National Monument. On February 26th, 1919, by an act of the United States Congress, Grand Canyon National Monument became Grand Canyon National Park

From New Airbnb Plus, Properties With More Amenities

The brand will offer higher-end accommodations that meet a 100-point quality checklist (kitchens with cookware, plush towels, comfortable mattresses)

Silver-Screen Travel Inspiration for Oscars Season

From Sylva, N.C., to Dunkirk, France, this year's Academy Award nominees offer plenty of vacation possibilities for the film-obsessed traveler

Cruises: Why You Should Book Late To Avoid Disappointment

Don't talk to me about cruise firms that change their minds. Actually, please do, because it's infuriating

China Announces 'Hypersonic Jet That Would Reach New York In Two Hours'

A team of Chinese researchers has claimed to have designed a hypersonic jet that could travel at 6,000km/h, five times faster than the speed of sound

Why You Should Forget Honshu and Visit Kyushu Instead

Japan’s third largest island is about to get a lot more popular, playing host to several Rugby World Cup matches in 2019; here’s why you should get in there before the crowds start arriving

The 50 Greatest Adventures on Earth

From trekking in the Himalayas to exploring Mayan ruins in Guatemala, these are the ultimate 50 travel adventures

These Are The Most Expensive Travel Days Of The Year

There are two days of the year that are the absolute most expensive days of the year, according to the CEO of FareCompare ― November 22nd and November 26th. Understandably, that’s the Wednesday before and the Sunday after Thanksgiving

Emotional Support Dog on Southwest Flight Injures Child, Further Fueling Debate over Airline Rules

A child was injured by an emotional support dog on a Southwest Airlines flight from Phoenix to Portland, Oregon Wednesday night, fueling the debate over regulations regarding animals on airplanes

Souq Waqif: 10 Things to See and Do at Doha's 'Standing Market'

Not just a thriving marketplace, Souq Waqif is also home to a wide range of traditional-style restaurants and casual cafés which offer a diverse variety of local and regional flavors

This Circular Hotel on a Fjord in Norway Will Have Breathtaking Glacier Views

Celebrated for its striking, circular design and impressive eco-friendly strategy, the Svart Hotel promises to be one of the most exciting properties

Las Vegas Airport adds Pot 'Amnesty Boxes'

Tourists catching a flight out of Sin City can now dump their leftover legal marijuana in metal containers set up at the airport

Aloha, Partner: Riding the Hawaiian Range

Our guide, wrangler Jackie Henning, is young and enthusiastic, revealing her Chicago roots by peppering her instructions with “y’know.” After making sure each of us can operate the equine equivalent of brakes, gas and steering wheel, she leads us south toward the volcano

Check In to Work Out at These Fitness-Focused Hotels

The check-in area at the Hotel at Midtown in Chicago feels more like a high-end health club than a resort. Parents saunter in with their kids, the whole family toting tennis rackets

Makeover of Tampa-Based Cruise Ship Carnival Paradise to Bring Giant Water Park

Taking place over the coming month, the overhaul of the 2,056-passenger vessel also will bring 38 new cabins and the addition of 98 balconies to existing cabins that don't have balconies

The Best Vacation Destination, Based on Your Personality Type

Whether you're the life of the party or looking to hole up in a quiet place, there's a getaway tha's right for you

14 Tips to Touring the World Without Feeling like Just Another Tourist

If you would rather experience travel without the feeling that you are just another tourist, a pip among the masses, can anything be done? The contrarian guidelines that follow may provide some relief

Guantánamo

On this day in 1903, the government of Cuba granted the United States a lease in perpetuity to Guantánamo Bay

36 Hours in Mendoza, Argentina

The gastronomic scene has been growing by leaps and bounds. And then, both within and beyond the city’s boundaries, there’s the wine: malbecs, torrontés and more

12 Life-Saving Travel Hacks for your Next Trip

Some travel tricks can make your trip better. Others will save you money. But these travel hacks can get you out of a true jam—or even save your life

Southwest Ups Fee for Last-Minute Priority Boarding

Airline is now charging $50 for last-minute priority boarding in 'high-demand' markets. 'Upgraded boarding' fee remains $40 or $30 on most other flights

Construction Of Giant New Norwegian Cruise Line Ship Norwegian Bliss Reaches Milestone

The 20-deck-high, 4,004-passenger vessel was floated out from the building dock at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg, Germany where it had been under construction for more than a year

Heathrow Airport Claims Essential for 'Britain to Thrive Post-Brexit'

Europe’s busiest airport managed to grow at its fastest rate in five years in 2017, despite being effectively full, due to an increase in average loads per plane

The Best English Attractions You've Probably Never Heard Of

VisitEngland recently announced the winners of its 2017 ‘attraction accolades’. The list included a handful of lesser-known ‘hidden gems’ – some of which we’re willing to bet you’ve never heard of

On This Remote New Zealand Island, Kiwi Birds Roam and the Ferns Predate Dinosaurs

Eat freshly caught fish, hike among untouched forests, and stay with charming inn-owners on New Zealand's most remote permanent settlement

Laos Remakes Itself as an Adventure Center, an Evolution that Serves the Country and its Visitors Well

Laos, once one of the poorest countries in the world, is one of the richest for adventure travelers. You can zipline, kayak, trek and go caving

Find your Zen Moment on a Cambodia Wellness Tour

Participants will celebrate Pchum Ben, the festival that honors ancestors, and visit Angkor Wat, Battambang and the coastal town of Kep

10 of the Best New UK Museums and Galleries for 2018

From the reopening of favourites like Kettle's Yard and the Royal Academy to the spectacular new V AND A on the Dundee waterfront, this is an exciting year for the art world

Hotel Pods That Float in Space Could Be Open by 2021

Billionaire Robert Bigelow, founder of the hotel chain Budget Suites, is planning an ambitious new project

Video Tour of the World's First Star Wars Hotel Released Ahead of 2019 Opening - Galaxy Views Guaranteed

The eagerly-awaited Star Wars hotel at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida hotel promises an immersive experience, with guests able to take part in interactive multi-day stories

Phoenix Resort Fees: Up to $50 a Night for Internet, Parking, Pool Use

Few things are more maddening than watching a seemingly great hotel deal balloon because of extra charges. One of the biggest culprits in vacation hot spots like Phoenix, Scottsdale and Las Vegas: the resort fee

Qatar Just Unveiled the First A350-1000 — and It Could Put an End to Your In-flight Pet Peeves

Qatar Airways added Airbus’s first A350-1000 aircraft to its fleet on Tuesday. The aircraft is also the first Airbus to feature Qatar’s Qsuites business class (it’s the 16th plane overall to have the suites)

How The Travel Industry Is Responding To The Rising Demand For Vegan Vacations

Based in Texas, VegVoyages is one of several operators that caters for this growing market of ethical consumers seeking to experience different cultures without harming animals, exploiting people or devastating the environment

BOGO Free Cruises on Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line to Celebrate New Ship Sailing Out of Palm Beach

BOGO free cruises on Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line to celebrate new Grand Classica, which begins sailings from Port of Palm Beach to Grand Bahama on April 13

Windstar Cruises and The James Beard Foundation Elevate Culinary Travel Experiences with New Multi-Year Exclusive Partnership

Windstar Cruises and the James Beard Foundation are serving up the best reasons to explore the world through expert-led, locally-inspired cruise cuisine, as the award-winning small ship cruise line and preeminent American culinary organization sign a multi-year agreement to continue their exclusive partnership, through early 2021

The United States Purchases Florida

Spain was losing its grip on its New World territories. Years of war and tension with England and France had left the Spanish empire without the means to firmly control its colonies

From Peppers to Pork Pies, the Most Interesting Food Festivals of the Year

Events include a chocolate festival in Italy, a pepper celebration in France and a chef showcase in the Caribbean

11 Charming Bed-and-Breakfasts in Europe

if your idea of a special getaway includes picturesque garden grounds, gracious service, cozy sitting rooms with roaring fireplaces, elegant antiques and a fresh breakfast spread that’s free of charge, check out our list of utterly charming B and Bs in Europe

Air France Warns Fliers to Brace for Thursday Strike

Air France said half of long-haul flights from Paris would be canceled and about a quarter of medium-range flights. U.S. cancellations were likely

Inside Tabasco Headquarters, the Coolest Museum You've Never Heard of

With everything from Tabasco ice cream to Tabasco Barbie, a visit to the iconic hot sauce factory is as weird as it is wonderful

The Best Alternatives to Another Boring Mediterranean Holiday

Can't stand the thought of cooking on a Mediterranean beach in August, surrounded by sunburned Brits? Here are 18 more original options for summer

Out at Sea, Without the Scene

You’d love to go on a cruise. After all, you’re the kind of couple who likes to party — and by party, you mean sipping a nice wine in a romantic French village, succumbing to a couples’ massage on a sexy Tahitian beach, or taking in mind-blowing views of icebergs and glaciers — with as few other people as possible. Here are five cruises for romantics who love to be out at sea — without the scene

The 7 Biggest Travel Myths — And The Real Story Behind Each

See which are true and which are fake, and learn the real story behind each one

Woman Claims she was Kicked off Flight for Menstrual Cramps

A passenger is claiming she was removed from an Emirates flight because an attendant overheard her complaining about having menstrual cramps

Cruise News: Super Yacht takes Luxury Cruising to Another Level

Scenic Eclipse celebrated its float out from the ship yard on January 31 and with the exterior construction almost complete, the ship is on target for its debut on August 31, 2018

Hotel Zachary Across from Wrigley to Open in March, now Taking Reservations

It’s almost time to play ball at Hotel Zachary. One of the city’s most anticipated hotels in recent years — sitting across the street from Wrigley Field will do that — began accepting reservations Tuesday on its website

8 Cities Worth a Guys Trip for March Madness

If your team is in the tourney, the destination is already picked for you. If not — and that’s most of us — here’s a fast look at the list, starting with the options I think are best

A Blissful Return to 'Downton Abbey' in New York City

The beloved PBS series comes to life at 'Downton Abbey: The Exhibition' which is on display through April 2. Fans will revel in the carefully crafted sets, such as Mrs. Patmore's kitchen and the Crawley's formal dining room

Spring Stays at Hilton Hotels in Washington, D.C., Come with Museum and Sports Event Discounts

Receive discounts on Newseum and International Spy Museum admission as well as Washington Capitals and Washington Wizards tickets when they check in to participating Hilton hotels

Drink in the View: BrewDog to Open its First UK 'Beer Hotel'

The craft beer brand has revealed plans for a 26-room hotel next to its brewery in Scotland for guests looking for a hoppy holiday – and those who just want to get drunk without leaving their room

Tips for Avoiding the Flu While Traveling

The USA is experiencing one of its worst flu seasons in years. And one of the easiest places to catch germs is at airports or on a plane. Travelers should use extra caution when on the road

Airline Satisfaction Dips as More Americans Take to the Sky

As a record number of people took to the skies in the U.S. last year, the airline industry found customer satisfaction edged lower

One of the Best Travel Destinations in the World is Just a Two-Hour Drive from Atlanta

Greenville, South Carolina, recently received the designation as one of the best travel spots in the world by Travel Leisure

Central Holidays Guarantees Departures on Italy Escorted Tours, Plus Agents Receive a $100 Amex Gift Card Per Person Booked and Travelers Receive 5% Additional Savings

Central Holidays is pleased to offer travelers guaranteed departures through May 2018 for their Italy Motorcoach Tour programs – giving travel agents the assurance that they can carry out their clients’ dream vacation with no worries of cancellation

Malcolm X is Assassinated

On February 21, 1965, assassins from the Black Muslims shot and killed Malcolm X as he was about to address a gathering in New York City. He was 39 years old

Chattanooga Is Changing. But Its Charms Remain

Despite some transformative growing pains, the city may well be one of the most pleasant and livable ones in the United States

The Best 10 Things to Do in Singapore

There’s a lot to do in Singapore, where an eclectic mix of cultures seem to coexist harmoniously; and with Norwegian Air’s new direct flights from London, the city is more accessible than ever. Here are 10 things to try while you’re there

The Travel Trend to Avoid Before you Die – How the ‘Bucket List’ is Ruining the World

The birth of the bucket list has correlated with a sharp increase in the number of foreign visitors at some of the world’s most fragile historic destinations, like Machu Picchu and Venice, that weren’t built to withstand thousands of footsteps every day

Hotel Offering Discounts for People who Stay Off Their Phones

They want families to swap screen time for face time. Later this month, the hotel will launch a program that gives traveling families a discount in exchange for locking away their phones

11 Amazing Places to Visit in the Czech Republic

Covering an area of just 78,866 square kilometers, it boasts an impressive 12 UNESCO World Heritage sites. Fascinating, affordable and filled with beautiful sights, the Czech Republic is a magnificent destination where history comes to life

Would you Sleep in a Glass Pod Hanging Off a Peruvian Cliff?

Imagine staying off the side of a cliff in Peru's Sacred Valley. Now you can know what that's like at Skylodge Adventure Suites

Viking Joins Miami's Fleet of Ocean-Going Cruise Ships

Viking launched its first oceangoing ship in 2015 and now has four ships in that fleet, with more in the works. It added Miami-based cruises in November

Denali National Park Welcomes its First, and Last, Luxury Hotel

One of the most luxurious lodges in Alaska, and one of the most remote anywhere, has just opened on a rocky glacier outcropping, or nunatak, smack in the middle of Denali National Park

New Exhibit Examines Native American Imagery in US Culture

The words in an online promotion for a new museum exhibit in Washington, D.C., describe an 1830 U.S. law that forced thousands of American Indians from their lands in the South to areas west of the Mississippi River

Jackson Hole’s First Winter Food Festival Gathers Renowned Guest Chefs and Local Culinary Talent

After an inaugural summer festival featuring notable chefs, the Jackson Hole Food AND Wine’s directors made the decision to launch a winter component, simply named Winter Fest, taking place March 8-10 in Teton Village

A Visit to the Nordic Islands Where Polar Bears Outnumber People

For travelers who are attracted to the ends of the earth, the Norwegian islands of Svalbard have a certain allure. The area is home to the northernmost towns in the world and more polar bears than people

Air Italy: Sardinia's Meridiana Aims to Become Italy's New National Airline

The new Air Italy, which is part-owned by Qatar Airways, aims to replace Alitalia, the bankrupt flag carrier that is in the process of being auctioned off in parts to other European airlines

New York's Stewart International Airport Gets OK for Expansion, Name Change

The Stewart International Airport, a secondary airport about 70 miles north of Midtown Manhattan, will soon undergo a transformation

Norwegian Cruise Line Adds More Voyages to Cuba

Norwegian Cruise Line is touting new seven-night Caribbean cruises that include a call in Havana, Cuba — a first for the line

9 Signs You Need a Vacation

If you're racking your brain trying to think of the last time you went on vacation, you're long overdue for some time off

A Volcano is Born

On February 20, 1943 Dionisio Pulido, a farmer in the Mexican state of of Michoacán, was working in his corn field along with his wife and son

6 Great Gardens to Visit in Florida

With enormous resources they hired some of the nation’s landscape architects to design gardens that are as dazzling as any in the country. Here are six of Florida’s most enticing green oases

Favorite Presidential Vacation Spots Around The USA

We take a look at vacation spots throughout the United States that presidents have chosen for their getaways

'Child-Free Zones' on Airplanes Becomes Growing Movement

Some international airlines have created "kid-free" zones, but US airlines haven't followed them

The 20 Greatest Cities to Visit in Spring

The following 20 escapes limit the rapture to a weekend (or a long weekend, anyway) – and, with a handful of exceptions, to the European land mass and some of its most intriguing major cities

The Top 10 Destinations To Celebrate St. Patrick's Day

Booking.com, the global leader in connecting travelers with the widest choice of incredible places to stay, shares the best destinations around the world to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day ― because if anyone knows how to party, it’s the Irish!

Should Plane Passengers Talk to Seatmates During the Flight?

Taking a flight typically means sitting next to strangers, and it can be tough to know what the etiquette is for travelers when it comes to chatting with (or ignoring) your neighbor

Six Senses Yao Noi: A Thailand Resort with a Conscience

As Six Senses Yao Noi turns 10, find out how this top luxury resort on Thailand's Phang Nga Bay stays at the top of its game

JetBlue Offers Free Flights to Family Members of Shooting Victims to Get to South Florida

On Saturday, JetBlue Airways announced on its company blog that it would offer free flights to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport for families who lost relatives in the Valentine's Day shootings at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland

Seattle Arboretum Loop Trail Opens Up New Vistas, Opportunities

The meandering route, lined with 18 benches cast in a classic style from the 1939 New York World’s Fair, runs all the way from East Madison Street to the Graham Visitors Center between Lake Washington Boulevard East and the arboretum’s iconic Azalea Way

The View I Never Expected on a River Cruise Through France on Scenic Gem

Château de Chantilly is just one of the many marvels that seems to float dreamlike into view on a Normandy and Gems of the Seine round-trip cruise on MV Scenic Gem from Paris

At an Amsterdam Hotel, Canals and Character

The Pulitzer Amsterdam celebrates its past but has a flair for modern touches. Don’t miss the bar — or the boat tour

Hotel Saranac Offers a New York City Getaway With Gilded Age Glory

Of the Gilded Age hotels built near the Adirondack High Peaks, Hotel Saranac is the only still standing, and it has just been restored to its former glory

Food Pros Teach You the Secret to Great Tacos on Culinary Cruise to Mexico

Princess offers this four-day sailing that will feature cooking demonstrations, tequila tastings, cocktail-making tutorials and more

Travel Scam or 'The Way Things Work'?

A recent study found that 55 million bookings a year are made on websites posing as either online travel agencies or emulating hotel websites

Search for Iran Plane Crash Wreckage 'Ongoing'

The search for the wreckage of a plane that crashed in Iran, killing all 65 people on board, remains "ongoing" a day after the incident, state TV reported Monday

Looking for New Museums to Explore? Here are Five worth a Visit

Sites from Tokyo to Scotland to Charleston, S.C., add to our collective cultural treasures and make for fresh sightseeing options too

Hong Kong Airlines Partners with Local Chef Gabriel Cho for New Business Class Inflight Menu

Hong Kong Airlines has collaborated with local celebrity chef Gabriel Choy to offer a range of Western dishes with an Asian twist to its Business Class passengers on all flights departing Hong Kong

America Lands on Iwo Jima

Iwo Jima is five miles long and three miles across at its widest point. But in 1945, it housed three Japanese war ships and over 21,000 soldiers

Presidential Stay: Hotels that Hosted the Commander in Chief

Presidents’ Day Weekend is this weekend, and if you are still looking for some inspiration as to where to spend a few days’ getaway, take a look at hotels and resorts around the USA where U.S presidents have stayed before, during and after their time in office for a bit of inspiration

WOW Air Will 'Pause' its Service to Miami

WOW’s service between Miami and its hub near Iceland’s capital of Reykjavik will end April 7, almost exactly a year after the flights first launched

PandO Cruises Raises Service Charge By 17 Per Cent

Passengers on a two-week trip will be billed for almost £100 per person, unless they ask for the charge to be removed

Is Eurostar Direct Amsterdam Service Quicker Than Flying?

The cross-Channel operator is making a promotional run to the Dutch capital, timetabled to take just three hours, 41 minutes

Why You Should Visit Indianapolis

Beyond the vroom of IndyCars, a vibrant arts and culture scene make for an energizing treasure hunt in Indiana's capital city

Those Smiley Feedback Buttons do Actually Work – and They are Changing the Way We Travel

They produce insights into when, and where, people are happiest and angriest across 160 airports in 36 countries, and they allow staff to respond to negative responses in real time

11 Reasons Why You Should Visit Mexico City Immediately

Mexico City has now become a major player on quite a few places-to-visit lists. International guidebooks, the most prestigious travel newsletters, chefs and designers have set their sights on this great city

Dubai Opens World's Tallest Hotel

The world's tallest hotel, the Gevora Hotel, has officially opened its doors in Dubai -- scaling the clouds and towering above the city below

Why Bad Weather Makes These Destinations Even Better

Destinations with a distinct off-season are seeing a growing number of travelers undeterred its periods of poor weather and, in fact, they're drawn to it

Japanese Tour Firm Offers Virtual Reality Holidays – With a First-Class Seat

At 6,600 yen ($62), a fraction of the cost of an actual trip overseas, it’s easy to see why First Airline’s two-hour “flights” to Paris, Rome, Hawaii and New York have been fully booked since the company opened in 2016

Suite Spot: Allegretto Vineyard Resort, Paso Robles

The 2-year-old property helps fill in the luxury-resort gap in Paso Robles' lodging landscape that is more commonly known for a handful of chic boutique properties and a lot of mass-market chain hotels

Entire Family Kicked Off 'Cruise from Hell' in Australia after Mass Brawl

An entire family were removed from a ten-day cruise in the South Pacific after a mass brawl and accusations of repeated intimidating behaviour towards other passengers

Shoot a Criminal, Solve a Crime at the Mob Museum's New Exhibits

Three new, high-tech exhibits opened Wednesday at the Mob Museum in downtown Las Vegas

A Museum Bridges the Divide Between Two Bordeaux

La Cité du Vin, in the city of Bordeaux, explains the region's wine culture while also putting it the context of the global wine industry

The Things You Should Never Do Abroad, According to the U.S. State Department

Countries can vary when it comes to their regulations and environments, which is why there’s certain safety protocols you’ll want to know about before your next trip

Tutankhamun's Tomb is Opened

Archaeologist and Egyptologist Howard Carter was a man obsessed. His studies revealed the existence of a little known or remembered Pharaoh, Tutankhamun, reigning in 1333–1324 BCE

36 Hours in Bangkok

From upstart creative spaces and obscure bars to neighborhoods where a surprising urban tranquillity reigns, Bangkok remains ripe for discovery

Marriott to Open 4,000-Room Resort in Las Vegas

Las Vegas' Fontainebleau casino project, which stalled in 2009, is getting another chance. Marriott International, the largest hotel company in the world, plans to turn it into a 4,000-room resort and casino called The Drew Las Vegas

Customers Furious After Cruise Line Drastically Changes Itinerary

Marella, the cruise operation of TUI, has told hundreds of holidaymakers booked on an April voyage from Jamaica to Mallorca that they will not visit Cuba, the Bahamas or Portugal

Is Eastern Crete Greece's Best-Kept Secret?

This is authentic Greece – Greece as it used to be. That’s the secret of eastern Crete: it could be the Aegean 40 years ago

New England Hotels Bring Home the Gold

Five Boston hotels stand among the best of the best in the country, according to an annual ranking by U.S. News

Delta Suspends Employee Who Cursed At Customer

A weary Delta staffer at Portland International Airport who cursed at a passenger trying to collect his luggage has been suspended, KGW is reporting

I, Spy: New Manhattan Attraction Offers Espionage History

SPYSCAPE: a new attraction opening Friday in Manhattan, where visitors can get a glimpse of spying’s past and present, from the code-breaking machines of World War II to the most famous names in espionage and their deeds of derring-do or in some cases, dastardly deception

Ballet-Themed Cruises Come to Silversea Line

Cruising represents an excellent opportunity to see the world in an enriching way, and ultra-luxury line Silversea certainly maintains that philosophy

Jet Engine Falls Apart Over the Pacific as Passengers Watch

Above the clouds and the Pacific Ocean on Tuesday (Feb. 13), a starboard engine fell apart, and 373 people held together

Indy Children's Museum to Open Massive New Kid-Focused Sports Attraction

The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis is upping its game with a new sports-related attraction aimed at getting kids — and adults — moving

5 Free (or Really Cheap) Things to Do in Paso Robles

As the number of boutique hotels, hip restaurants and upscale wineries grows in Paso Robles, so does the average cost of a wine tasting weekend there. Fortunately, there are still a host of diversions that are free (or seriously cheap) to make the visit a little more reasonable

The 14 Best New Caribbean Hotels and Resorts

Despite a rough hurricane season, the Caribbean is humming with new hotels and resorts. Here are 14 of the best

14 Things You Didn't Know About Jet2, the Budget Airline of the North

This week Jet2, the firm that once proudly called itself the “low-cost airline of the North”, celebrated its 15th birthday. Here are a few things you probably didn’t know about the UK’s fourth largest carrier

How to Get by in a Country Where You Don't Know the Language

Not knowing the local language is no reason not to travel. Here are some tips to get by from someone who does it all the time

How to Stay Safe in Johannesburg

By being aware of, rather than paranoid about, Joburg’s crime, there’s every chance you’ll enjoy a trouble-free holiday – and probably even have some fun too

Three Year Anniversary of Group Boot Camp Celebrated with a 30 Day 'Facebook Live' Marathon

Travel industry veteran and business influencer Stuart Cohen is broadcasting 30 Days/30 Ways to Reboot Group Sales via Facebook LIVE. These daily business tips, posted publicly in his travel agent Facebook group, are Cohen’s newest initiative to celebrate the three-year anniversary of Group Boot Camp

Remember the Maine!

William Randolph Hearst, the notorious newspaper baron, needed a war. His paper, the New York Journal, was in a pitched circulation battle with other newspapers

American Cruise Lines Announces New Group Sales Incentives and Benefits

American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line in the U.S., announced today that it has enhanced its Group Sales service and benefits for Travel Agents and Tour Operators

10 Affordable European Getaways to Take This Spring

Springtime in Europe isn't just beautiful, it's affordable. Here are some wallet-friendly excursions to expand your horizons

How to Find Great Business-Class Deals on Empty Seats

Every departing flight with an empty seat is a missed revenue opportunity for the airline. So what do they do about it? They get tactical

Sneak peek: Inside Royal Caribbean's Symphony of the Seas, Largest Cruise Ship Ever

Nearing completion at a shipyard in France, the 228,081-ton vessel is scheduled to debut in late March

The Ultimate Guide to Bern

With a beautifully preserved Old Town, a view of the snow-covered Alps, world-class museums, great restaurants offering more than just chocolates and cheese and a river which invites a leisurely swim, it’s no wonder Bernese people have a reputation for being the most relaxed among their countrymen

Airline Norwegian Launches New Flights For Valentine's Day

The Oslo-based airline plans new routes and higher frequency services from Gatwick, its UK hub for transatlantic and Asian services

LA Art Museum Unveils Wide-Ranging Tribute to Jasper Johns

Jasper Johns’ decision more than 60 years ago to paint a picture of an American flag launched what became one of the most heralded artistic careers of modern times

Does Cruise Voluntourism Do More Harm Than Good?

Most people go on a cruise to explore the world at their leisure and spend some time pandering to pleasure, but a growing number of passengers are setting off with different intentions: they are going to work

The 9 Most 'Hygge' Hotels For An Uber-Cozy Winter Escape

As for winter travel accommodations, could there be a greater goal than hygge vibes? Not really. We rounded up nine hotels across the globe currently offering a master class in the Scandinavian art of coziness

Massachusetts Travelers are Some of the Grumpiest in the Country

A study from RewardExpert found that travelers from Massachusetts are the seventh grumpiest in the United States

Thai Beach Bans Tourists, Citing 'Critical' Damage To Coral Reef

Damage due to overtourism has forced Thai authorities to close Maya Bay to the public, to allow the suffering coral reef to recover. The beach is expected to close for three months

Free Flowers and a Pop-Up Marriage Booth: How Airports do Valentine's Day

Air travel is rarely very romantic, but this Valentine's Day some airports and airlines are making a special effort to add a dash of love to the journey

Ski or Snowshoe in Peace by the Deep Blue Waters of Oregon's Crater Lake

In cold months, the road circling the lake becomes a snowshoe and ski route with some of the most spectacular views in any national park

10 Things Every Woman Wants in a Hotel Room

It doesn’t matter if the away night is for business or pleasure, it should be an occasion of happiness and indulgence. Plus some

Fee for Some Passport Books and Cards is Going Up April 2

You;ll pay $10 more if you're a first-time applicant or for a document for a child younger than 16. Renewing? No increase

7 Restaurants That Make Kraków, Poland, an Exceptional and Affordable Dining Destination

Feast on chanterelle mushrooms, smoked eel tartar, and everything in between at the best restaurants in the historic Polish city

Finding your Religion at the Line, a New Hotel in Adams Morgan

The 220-room hotel, which held a soft opening before Christmas, honors the building’s former self as the First Church of Christ, Scientist — though it does take some liberties

THOR Welcomes New Account Manager To Team

THOR Inc., a world leading travel services company, today announces the appointment of Travel Agency Account Manager, Jeffrey Kerzman

Your Travel Center/Monticello Village Travel President's Club Members Announced Today

Your Travel Center/Montecito Village Travel announces its prestigious President’s Club Member awards for 2017

Patent Applications for the Telephone

William Orton, the president of Western Union, was worried. Telegraph traffic was expanding faster than the telegraph lines could handle them

New Google Tips and Tools for Travelers

The search giant has been rolling out features and products to make planning and taking vacations easier

A New Shuttle Service, Minus the 1980s Frills

American Airlines is adding service between New York and Chicago. But shuttles were once more freewheeling affairs, serving food to everyone, even on short flights

Fed-Up Consumers Seek Reckoning With Travel Industry

Travel companies routinely charge you for services they don't have to deliver, punish you with onerous restrictions and flout the time-honored rules of American business. And now, travelers are pushing back

12 Free Things (Really!) to Do at Disney World

If you know where to look, the vast resort offers a number of free activities beyond the parks that can help make your vacation memorable without putting a dent in your travel budget. Here are some wonderful things to do at Disney World, all for nada

Is the New Crop of Cruise Ships the Ugliest Ever? You Be the Judge

As cruise ships have gotten bigger over the years, they've also gotten boxier and (some would say) less appealing to the eye

The 25 Richest, Healthiest, Happiest and Most Advanced Countries in the World

The Legatum Institute, a London based research institute released on Thursday its 10th annual global Prosperity Index, a huge survey that ranks the most prosperous countries in the world

The World's Most Romantic Hotels

From a personal butler to film screenings under the stars, these hotels go above and beyond to champion romance

How to Tackle the Most Beautiful Cycling Route in Italy

A target gives purpose to a bike ride, and the news that the pilgrimage route to Rome has been resurrected as a cycling trail is an invitation to saddle up

Six Cities that are Unexpected Havens for Birdwatching

For encounters with unusual birds, there is no need to go off the beaten track to some remote wilderness lodge or wildlife reserve in Africa or South America. Even the most time-poor and casual of bird-lovers can spot these avian beauties in the world’s great cities – and enjoy a decent cup of coffee at the same time

Which Airlines Fly With The Most Empty Seats?

The sight of empty seats is a welcome one for fliers. It offers the promise of peace and quiet, the chance to catch 40 winks, and, if you’re very lucky, an upgrade to first class. But for airlines - and the environment - nothing could be worse

Mardi Gras Parade Honours New Orleans' Tricentennial

Tens of thousands of revelers are expected on New Orleans streets for parades and rowdy fun as Mardi Gras caps the Carnival season in a city with a celebration of its own, its 300th anniversary

Coast Guard Rescues ill woman aboard cruise ship off Maryland coast

A Coast Guard rescue crew has transported a woman from a cruise ship about eight miles off Point Lookout, Maryland, for medical attention

Chilling Out, Working Out with a Midtown Athletic Club Winter Wellness Staycation

Guests staying at the new Hotel at Midtown can kick back and relax or rev up their workout routine with more than 200 weekly classes to choose from

Inside the NYC Hotel That Hosts Hundreds of Canine Guests During the Westminster Dog Show

Ahead of the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, New York City’s Hotel Pennsylvania transforms into a menagerie of canine species. Toy, hound, and working dogs parade down the halls, preparing to compete for the title of best in show

Allegiant Expands in Destin, Up to 21 Non-Stop Destinations

Budget carrier Allegiant will add five new routes from Destin, part of a broader plan to establish a year-round base at the Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport in Florida’s Panhandle

Celestyal Cruises Announces Appointment of David Beasley as Manager, Contact Center and Business Intelligence, North America

Celestyal Cruises is delighted to welcome David Beasley as Manager, Contact Center and Business Intelligence, North America, reporting to Leslie Peden, President, Celestyal Cruises Inc

The Frst Peacetime US Bank Robbery

The end of the Civil War left much of the southern United States in physical and economic ruin and the state of Missouri was no exception

Frontier Airlines adds Four New Cities in 35-Route Expansion

The four cities getting new Frontier service are Birmingham, Ala.; Branson, Mo.; Myrtle Beach, S.C.; and Savannah, Ga. Service from those airports will be phased in between April 11 and June 13

The 10 Most Romantic Cities in Art and Culture

From merely acting as the backdrop to being a key feature in a love story, here are 10 places which have given birth to some of the world’s most romantic pieces of art, from novels to films, songs to paintings

London City Airport Closed and All Flights Cancelled after WWII Bomb Found

Sixteen thousand passengers booked to fly in and out of London City airport on the busiest day of the week have had their flights cancelled as a Second World War bomb is made safe

Welcome To The Madhouse: British Follies Where You Can Spend The Night

Follies should be small and charming, with decorative features that catch the eye. They should be architectural conceits – ideally ones you can stay in so that you too can indulge yourself and own a tiny piece of craziness for a short while

10 Amazing Rail Adventures for February Half Term

Anthony Lambert, Telegraph Travel’s rail expert, suggests 10 family-friendly days out for February half term

Peru Devises New Rules to Tackle the Mounting Crowds on Machu Picchu

In an effort to protect Peru’s most popular attraction from overcrowding and degradation, the Ministry of Culture issued a raft of rules last year that aims to protect the Inca site by modifying visitation practices

The View I Never Expected on a River Cruise through France on Scenic Gem

Château de Chantilly is just one of the many marvels that seems to float dreamlike into view on a Normandy and Gems of the Seine round-trip cruise on MV Scenic Gem from Paris

Art, Slavery and Civil Rights: Black History Comes Alive at these Midwest Museums

Midwest museums celebrate black history with permanent and temporary exhibits devoted to the African-American experience

The Ever-Growing Popularity Of #Vanlife Traveling

Years before #vanlife took on a life of its own across social media in the United States, Bill Staggs was onto something

How to World-Travel Without the Jet Lag

Experts share tips on beating jet lag when traveling, from what to eat to getting a better sleep on a flight

Where to Watch the Winter Olympics, Craft Cocktail in Hand

From Aspen to New York City, these spots have locals with insider information, creative food and drink offerings, and ambiance that will make you want to spend the day

As Mardi Gras Nears, a Tribute to New Orleans from a Local Who Really Knows It

If we don’t know how to pronounce our city’s name, it should be no surprise that although 2018’s calendar is filled with events commemorating the 300th anniversary of New Orleans’ founding, no one is sure of the exact date in 1718

Traveling Solo on a Cruise? How to Keep From Paying the Dreaded Single Supplement

If you book a cruise, you often will have to pay for two people even if you're going it alone. Here are some ways around that

These 7 Unique Hotel Alternatives Make Everything Else Look Boring

Sometimes, you want a new experience – something beyond the patterned carpet and branded stationery on the desk. When you get sick of staying in an ordinary, sometimes boring hotel, here are seven alternatives you could sleep at instead

Saudi Ritz-Carlton Reopens after Stint as Lavish Prison

The Ritz-Carlton in Riyadh is now open to commoners again, three months after it was first converted into a lavish prison for high-profile Saudis

5 Exciting, Eco-Friendly Travel Destinations

Eco-friendly travel doesn't have to be expensive or uncomfortable. There are amazing experiences available to those willing to do a little research

Abraham Lincoln is Born

On this day in 1809, the sixteenth President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln, was born in a one-room log cabin on Sinking Spring Farm in Hardin County, Kentucky

New Alaska Cruise Tours Add to Adventure AND Ease of Booking

With the highly anticipated return of Windstar Cruises to the scenic beauty of Alaska in May 2018 (after a hiatus of more than 20 years from sailing in the region) comes an agenda of larger-than-life adventures awaiting those boarding the 212-guest Star Legend

A Livestock Show and Rodeo Worth Seeing, but So Much More

The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo has plenty to offer all comers — even if the rodeo itself isn’t up your alley

The 10 Best Hotels in York

A medieval walled city, packed with genuinely unique sights within a compact area – it’s no wonder York is one of the UK’s most popular city breaks. Most places skew towards dusty chintz or business-hotel blandness. Here are 10 of the more stylish places to stay

Medieval Meets Modern in Charming Kilkenny, Ireland

An hour-and-a-half south of Dublin by train, Kilkenny — a town of 27,000 residents — is a blend of old and new with a thriving arts culture woven through it

In Philadelphia, a Medical Museum Puts the Human Body on Display

The Mütter (pronounced MOO-ter) is a world-renowned medical museum and a wonderland for anyone curious about the human body — especially what happens when we are visited by illness, injury or conditions that cause our morphology to deviate from the norm

6 Breathtaking Destinations With No Cell Service For Your Next Vacation

From an African safari to a private beachside bungalow, you can search high and low, but you won’t find a single bar of signal at these properties — making them some of our favorite resorts and vacation rentals for true digital detox

Woman Claims Airline Told Her To Flush Emotional Support Hamster Down Toilet

The college student says she flushed the hamster because Spirit Airlines wouldn't let the animal on board

14 Best Places to Celebrate Lunar New Year

From fireworks in Sydney to folk games in Seoul, here are 14 of the best places to celebrate Lunar New Year

U.S. Airlines Passenger 'Bumping' Falls to Lowest Rate Ever

The Transportation Department said Thursday that airlines bumped about one passenger in every 29,000 in 2017, roughly half the rate of the year before

Get Away From it All, and Enjoy the Clams, on Remote Cedar Key

You would never know Cedar Key was once a bustling Gulf Coast seaport, the primary transit point where goods arriving by ship from Central America were loaded on the state’s first railroad bound for the bustling docks of Fernandina Beach and the East Coast

The 9.3 Million People Who Visited Hawaii Last Year Paid More For Their Hotels. So Will You

Those who went to the Aloha State in 2017 paid an average $264 a night for a room, up $10 from the previous year. That's the sixth year of increases

Cruise Ship Undergoing 'Full Barrier Sanitation Cleaning' After 24 Fall Ill

A cruise ship that docked in San Diego early Thursday will undergo a thorough 'full barrier sanitation cleaning' after two dozen people fell ill during a recent cruise

Gary Richards Announces Friendship Music Cruise for December

Climb aboard the Celebrity Equinox and set sail from Miami to the Bahamas for four days and nights of on-board programming and two private island parties, Tuesday, Dec. 11, to Saturday, Dec. 15

The Airlines that Have Never Had a Plane Crash

While any plane crash in the modern age may feel like a freak accident, there’s no escaping the fact that some airlines are safer than others

Seven Tips to Help You Plan your Next 'Bleisure' Holiday

AVANI Hotels AND Resorts in Namibia, Lesotho, Zambia, Mozambique and Botswana, offer some solid advice for business executives thinking of extending their trip into a family event

John Quincy Adams Becomes President

In the Presidential election of 1824, none of the four candidates received a majority of the electoral votes

Flightbucks Becomes a Preferred Supplier of THOR, INC.

THOR, Inc., a world leading travel services company, announces the addition of Flightbucks as a preferred THOR services supplier

36 Hours in Johannesburg

Beneath the grit of South Africa's biggest city, there's a kinetic urban energy that can be savored in its street art, restaurants, music clubs and markets

In Philadelphia, the Ultimate Eagles Celebration Awaits

For fans headed to Philadelphia to savor the Eagles' Super Bowl victory, we have a guide to help you get around the city

Pittsburgh Lands Non-Stop Route To Delta's Salt Lake City Hub

Salt Lake City is the latest airline route coming to the suddenly hot Pittsburgh International Airport. That service will begin July 9, when Delta Air Lines starts flying between Pittsburgh and its hub in Salt Lake City

New Holland America ship Nieuw Statendam to Spend First Summer in Europe

The soon-to-debut, 2,666-passenger Nieuw Statendam will sail to the Norwegian Fjords, the Baltic and Iceland

Kennedy Space Center: Walk (virtually) on Mars

ATX’s training areas put groups of up to 24 through their paces as they replicate future astronaut training through the Land-and-Drive-on-Mars full-motion simulator, Launch Mission and Spacewalk Training, using zero-gravity chairs in a microgravity simulator

Jet with Hundreds of Passengers Aboard Plummets 30,000ft in Emergency Descent

Charter flight from Stansted to Poland's Rzeszow Airport carrying 262 passengers diverted to Amsterdam Schiphol in March last year after alarms activated

14 Spectacular Places to Banish the Winter Blues

From Dutch blooms and tours of New England to natural wonders at home, here are 14 ways to spring into action

Why You Should Always Wear Sunscreen on a Flight

Air passengers face exposure to more harmful rays and a greater risk of skin cancer than anyone on the ground, with those seated near the windows most at risk, health experts warn

You Cruised Where? Far-Flung Destinations Lure the Cruising Crowd off the Beaten Port

If you’re considering a cruise vacation, it’s hard to resist the allure of the Caribbean. But beyond the usual Eastern and Western Caribbean routes lies a world of cruise ports that are way off the beaten path

This Paris Hotel is the Most Romantic in the World, According to TripAdvisor

The Maison Souquet, with its luxurious interiors and romantic ambiance, clutched the top spot on TripAdvisor's ranking

13 New Hotels Planned for Philly, Mapped!

From boutique hotels in Fishtown to sky-high hotels in Center City, these are the major hotel projects in the works around Philly

8 Of The Best Spring Break Party Destinations

If you're looking to get the classic (read: raucous) spring break fix, here are the top 10 spring break destinations for partying

The Five Best Destinations for a Family Holiday in March

This is the time to sneak in a final ski trip, fast-track your exposure to light by heading long-haul in search of winter sun, or take advantage of a long Easter break from school to soak up some culture at home or around Europe, as a family

How to Fit in Exercise While You Travel

Traveling, whether for business or pleasure, is no reason to leave your fitness goals behind. Here's how to get a good workout, on the go

Where to Escape Winter: 9 New Beach Resorts Around the World

It’s good news that a slew of fabulous new beach resorts have recently opened or are counting the days until their grand unveiling. Here’s where to plan your next escape

Mary Queen of Scots is Beheaded

For 19 years Mary Stuart lived in gentle confinement, the "guest" of Queen Elizabeth I. Mary Queen of Scots' impetuous nature and boldness kept her in trouble with her royal relations

How To Avoid Losing It Over Lost Luggage

You have more rights than you might realize when your bags disappear, and there are long-term solutions to this irritating aspect of air travel

Eight Historic Grand Hotels in the U.S. West

With the increased flow of people, the demand for hotels grew, too. From the late 1800s through the early 1900s, dozens of grand properties popped up across the West. Here are eight of our favorites

Staid Sao Paulo is Getting in on Carnival Fun in Brazil

In the past few years, Sao Paulo has experienced an explosion of “blocos,” the singing and dancing parties normally associated with Carnival in Brazil’s northeast and, more recently, Rio de Janeiro

Hostelling International USA offers Scholarships to Travelers

Want to travel the world and make an impact? Hostelling International USA (HI USA) wants to help

New England's Sweet Escapes: Romantic Valentine Getaways

With Valentine’s Day falling midweek this year, you’ve got two options: call in “love sick” and steal away on V-Day proper, or make it a weekend-long celebration of love later this month. No matter which fits your schedule, we found sweet deals in hot spots

Penguins, Whales and Avalanches: Antarctica's Coolest Campsite offers 'Once in a Lifetime' Experience

The snow-covered campsite, right next to the water, was quite a sight. There were snowy peaks as far as the eye could see. And it was blissfully quiet

On Eight Cruises in a Row, Passengers got 'violently ill.' A Lawsuit May be Coming

For two months from late 2016 to early 2017, eight consecutive voyages on Princess Cruises’ Sun Princess, sailing from Australia, were blighted by a string of norovirus outbreaks that rendered some passengers “violently ill.”

Mega Ship Carnival Splendor to be Based in Australia from 2019

Now the world’s largest cruise line, Carnival, is set to send one of its biggest ships Down Under to cater to the growing demand

Fatal Quake in Taiwan Leaves a Hotel Tilting Over a Street

An earthquake in Taiwan killed at least two people, injured dozens and left an entire hotel tilting over a street in the city of Hualien

Las Vegas Hotels have Raised Resort Fees. On Some Nights, Expect to Pay More in Fees than the Cost of the Room

Las Vegas hotel-casinos have raised resort fees that are automatically tacked on to the cost of your room. On certain nights, visitors could pay more in fees than the cost of a night's stay

Orlando Airport Considers Ousting TSA for Private Screening

Orlando International Airport may opt later this month to replace TSA with private security and would be by far the nation's largest such airport to make the switch

Southeast Asian Airlines are Looking to Non-Stop US Flights — Despite Profit Challenges

Vietnam Airlines will struggle to profit on flights between Vietnam and the US due to a lack of demand, but may launch them in 2019, the CEO said

Gordon Ramsay's Favorite Place to Travel Is One You've Never Heard Of

You have to ask a marathon traveler like Gordon Ramsay: What's the most magical place you've discovered that's not a guidebook staple?

How the Travel Map has Changed Since 1990

The planet has never been smaller – nor tourists more ubiquitous. Around 1.32 billion overseas trips were made by travellers around the world last year, up from 1.24 billion in 2017 and three times the figure of 439.5 million recorded in 1990

50 Secret Things to Do in Italy

For our Italy issue, we asked the most knowledgeable people we could think of about their favorite places all over the country: where they found the best cacio e pepe, spent quiet afternoons in 14th-century hamlets, and bought beautifully tailored shirts

Airlines Cancel 800 Flights As Wintry Weather Targets Major Hubs

Air travelers faced the prospect of delays and cancellations Wednesday as a storm system brought ice, snow and rain to the Northeast and Ohio Valley

Charles Dickens is Born

The great English novelist Charles Dickens, was born on February 7, 1812. Dickens was born in Landport, Portsmouth in Hampshire, the second of eight children in a solidly middle class family

From Museums to Mountains, Pride and Patriotism

In Ciudad Juárez and El Paso, military history, Mexican and American, is a presence. There's fun to be had in the Franklin Mountains, and music is everywhere

Delta Announces New Routes from Cincinnati 'Focus City'

Delta Air Lines is growing again in Cincinnati, announcing new routes and an overall increase in capacity at its one-time hub

Frontier Airlines Flight Makes Emergency Landing After Smart Phone Battery Catches Fire

A US domestic flight was forced to divert when a passenger’s lithium battery caught fire, injuring two people and spreading smoke through the cabin

The 32 Most Fun, Friendly and Affordable Cities in the World

From Istanbul to Porto, research ranks each metropolitan across several categories including food, drink, culture, friendliness, affordability, happiness and liveability

GPS-Based System Could Have Prevented Deadly Train Crash

The investigation headed by the National Transportation Safety Board could take years, but federal investigators are already focusing on one critical factor: that a switch, set manually, may have caused the passenger train to barrel down the wrong track

Suffragette London: Little-Known Locations that Recall the Fight for Women's Rights

London, as the home of Parliament and politicians around whom so much of the protest movement swirled, is rich in sites, many of them little-known, celebrating the struggle for equality by many women, militant and peaceful, and a number of the men who supported them

Trouble in Paradise: Is it Safe to Visit the Maldives, the Idyllic Country with a Dark Side?

A state of emergency has been declared in the holiday paradise of the Maldives, giving security forces sweeping powers to arrest suspected opposition members, prohibit public gatherings and impose travel restrictions

World's Longest Zip Line Opens In Ras Al Khaimah

It's going to take some nerve to attach yourself to a zip wire, then whiz at velocities of close to 100 miles per hour down the UAE's highest mountain

Nissan's New Japan Hotel Takes Automation to a New Level

Drawing from the autonomous parking technology of the Nissan Leaf car, which debuted in October, the ProPILOT Park Ryokan hotel comes kitted out with all kinds of intuitive amenities

Set Jetting: How the Golden Age of TV Is Changing Tourism Around the World

In the last few years, “set-jetters” have flocked to visit the real-life locations of their favorite television shows. In its latest travel trends report, Trip Advisor found that 1 in 5 global travelers visited a location because they saw it on a T.V. show

Why You Should Go to McMinnville, Oregon, for Your Next Girls' Weekend

Just an hour south of Portland lies McMinnville, Oregon, a town so charming it looks like a Pacific Northwest version of the Gilmore Girls’ fictional Stars Hollow

Is Hawaii's Four Seasons Resort Lanai the Best Hotel in America?

The luxury resort leads U.S. News

In Copenhagen, Hotel Rooms Worth Traveling For

A handful of the city’s best boutique hotels — some new, others long-established — have become design destinations in their own right. From a hotel in a former coal crane to rooms inspired by theater sets, see highlights from the most notable design-driven hotels in Copenhagen

Secret Codes, Subliminal Messaging behind World's Biggest Cruise Ship

At a time when travelers are feeling more precious than ever about “authentic experiences,” the cruise industry is doubling down on the exact opposite: completely manufactured fun. Leading the pack is Royal Caribbean Cruises

Celebrity Cruises Reveals Europe Discovery Tours

Celebrity Cruises is launching a new series of shore excursions that focuses on offering small groups a more in-depth experience in port

Elizabeth II becomes Queen

On February 6th, 1952 Elizabeth Alexandra Mary was at the Treetops Hotel in Kenya

Windstar Launches Onboard Cruise Consultant Program Starting with Star Legend This Month

Windstar Cruises will launch a new Onboard Cruise Consultant (OCC) program to help guests on cruise vacations plan future cruise experiences and drive recognition and benefits supporting travel professionals

Collette Announces Incredible Savings On Tours To Italy

Collette, global tour operator, is pleased to announce a week long flash sale on air-inclusive tours to Italy! Beginning today, February 5, 2018 through February 12, 2018, air inclusive tours start at just $1,598* per person

Rick Steves: Europe's Convents offer Tranquility — and Treats

Convents provide tranquil and often economical sleeping quarters. They can also be a way to tap into a deeply ingrained cultural heritage

Screen Addiction is Destroying Travel. Here's How to Stop It

The issue is simple: Travelers are tied to their devices 24 hours a day. The results can seem funny, like when park guests collide at Disney World, but they can also be tragic, and over the long term, they are troubling

Scenic Cruises to Build Second Ship with its own Helicopter, Submarine

The Australian-owned cruise operator on Saturday said the soon-to-debut, 228-passenger Scenic Eclipse would get a sister in 2020 to be called Scenic Eclipse II

Kenya Airways to Launch First-Ever Route to the USA

Daily non-stop flights between Nairobi and New York JFK begin Oct. 28 and will be flown with the carrier’s Boeing 787-8 “Dreamliners,” which seat 30 in lie-flat business-class seats and 204 in coach

Airlines Facing Investigation for Splitting up Passengers Who Refuse to Pay Extra

Around one in five travellers who refuse to pay extra are now being split up from their friends or family, the CAA reports. For Ryanair, that figure rises to more than one in three

The World's 50 Best Wildlife Holidays

The following 50 holidays cover the widest possible range of charismatic species across every continent, with an emphasis on the latest destinations, camps and experiences being introduced in 2018

The Sailmaker's House in Portsmouth a Renovated Sweet Spot

The refurbished inn, set on a quiet South End side street, has rare outdoor space. In warmer months, guests can sit in a spacious fenced-in yard among flowering perennials and fruit trees

Addis Ababa: 10 Best Things to Do in Ethiopia's Capital

Addis Ababa keeps visitors on their toes -- in a fun way. Find out the 10 best things to do in Ethiopia's spirited capital

Solomon Islands: A Deep Dive

If a remote South Pacific destination with lots of World War II artifacts and world-class diving appeals to you, check out the Solomon Islands

Legoland's 2nd Hotel – a Castle – Ready to Open in April

The wizards, dragons and royal princesses have not yet taken up residency in Legoland's newest hotel, but the castle facade is complete and the themed guestrooms are on track for an April 27 opening, the Carlsbad, Calif., theme park announced last week

9 Changes Happening to Cruises

As the cruise industry continues to grow at a rapid pace, cruise lines are listening to their guests and are making changes. Here are nine changes happening to cruises

Truck Driver Plows into Peru's 2,000-year-old Archeological Enigma

Peru's world renowned Nazca Lines were damaged when a rig plowed into the ancient site on Saturday, the country's ministry of culture said

Germs in Airplane Cabins are Bad, but it's Even Worse at the Airport Terminal

You don't have to be a germophobe to want to slip on rubber gloves when you enter an airplane cabin. The latest study found that surfaces in airport terminals can have even higher germ counts than those in the planes

Cycling the North York Moors – a Galaxy on my Doorstep

Looking for an adventure with a cosmic feel, our writer reckons a new cycling centre in the wonderfully named Great Fryup Dale will fit the bill

Florida's Pinellas County Beaches offer Stretch of Sand for Every Mood

Want to hit the beach this spring break? There's no shortage of options along the Gulf Coast peninsula anchored by St. Petersburg, Fla.

How About Some Eye Candy for Valentine's? Massive Porsche exhibit Coming to Petersen

You'd have to travel to Porsche's global home garage in Stuttgart, Germany, to see a display anything like this, the Petersen Automotive Museum says of its new show opening this weekend

The Tybee Bomb is Lost

Somewhere off the coast of South Carolina on the bottom of a shallow channel, lies an 11-foot-long canister.

A Room — Or a Ryokan, Yurt or R.V.— With a View

Today travelers are increasingly seeking — and easily finding — accommodations that allow them to be more in tune with their surroundings, be it a forest, a beach or a house designed by Frank Lloyd Wright

New Bus Service Brings Back Comfortable Overnight Travel

Cabin makes daily trips between San Francisco and Los Angeles, and offers riders the chance to spend the night in individual sleep pods on board

Canada Embraces Winter with Zany, Cold-Defying Festivals

Skate along frozen rivers sipping hot cocoa, dog sled through snow-laden forests, and explore whimsical ice castles

9 Things You Should Know Before Getting on a Cruise Ship

From stocking the world’s biggest buffet and staving off gastrointestinal disasters to hosting celebrity guests, everything is 10 times crazier when you’re mayor of a city that’s floating in the middle of the sea

Eight Disturbing Travel Trends You'll Confront in 2018

There was both good news and bad news for American travelers in 2017, but still lingering are legitimate concerns that certain trends will continue and even worsen this year. Here’s a summary of several key issues, and advice on how consumers can respond

Tourists Caught Smoking on Thailand Beaches Could now Face a Jail Sentence

Thailand has issued a ban on smoking and littering at 24 popular tourist beaches to tackle environmental concerns. The law, instated by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, comes into force on Thursday 1 February

United Accepts Man's 19-year-old Plane Ticket he Found Under the Bed

United Airlines has agreed to honour a ticket it issued nearly 20 years ago, after a man found it in a box under his bed. John Walker from Greensboro discovered the 19-year-old airline ticket last month

This New App Will Let You Upgrade to First Class on a Train from £5

Seatfrog works from Monday to Friday, which is when you really want to be in First because lots of other stuff is included

Why Winter is the Perfect Time to Visit Nice

The sun is low in a big sky. Its light spangles the sea, promising high-resolution times riveting for those from the vague, grey north. Thus were attracted our noble Victorian forebears to Nice

The 5 Best Places To Travel In February

The shortest month of the year actually packs lots of travel opportunities for skiers, romantics and anyone looking to get a little much-needed vitamin D

Imagine That: It's Made of Glass!

The wildly colorful Imagine Museum showcases work from the studio glass movement superstars and contemporary emerging artists

So Much to Admire On — and About — Anna Maria Island

This sliver of land off Bradenton on Florida’s west coast seems lifted from an old-time postcard, when bicyclists owned the main street and ladies with parasols strolled the pier in the early evening to watch the sun drop into the ocean

Winchester House is America's most Delightfully Weird Attraction

The Winchester Mystery House in San Jose, California, has intrigued people for more than 100 years. Visit the home that's inspired a horror movie

6 New Hotels: Los Angeles, Napa, Las Vegas, New York, Atlanta, Nashville

Los Angeles has a new Kimpton ; a new hotel recently opened in downtown Napa, California; Hilton's Tru brand comes to Las Vegas Airport; Manhattan adds an Embassy Suites and a Fairfield Inn; Atlanta gets a new Omni; and an Art Deco building in Nashville is converted into a Hyatt affiliate

Suite Spot: Hanford House Inn, Sutter Creek

Hanford House Inn, the Sutter Creek bed-and-breakfast compound they renovated in stages, not only blends in with its Gold Rush-era surroundings but also mines a rich vein of modern comforts

The Plane that Could Transform Long-Haul Travel has Just Completed its Maiden Flight

The Airbus A321LR took off from the manufacturer’s Hamburg factory on Wednesday morning before circling above the North Sea and returning to the German city three hours later

The World's Largest Cruise Company Pledges to Go Plastic-Free – but Doesn't Say When

Royal Caribbean Internationals’s President and CEO, Michael Bayley, told the Telegraph that his line had joined forces with sister brands Celebrity Cruises and Azamara Club Cruises to investigate how they could reduce the amount of plastics used in the daily operations of their combined 38 ships and ultimately eliminate all single-use plastic

The Incorporation of New Amsterdam (NYC)

The Dutch first explored the New York Bay area of the Americas in search of highly prized beaver pelts. They established a Fort Amsterdam in 1625 to protect the entrance to the Hudson River on Manhattan Island

Collette Announces 100 Days of Giveaways

Collette, global tour operator, is excited to announce 100 days of giveaways in honor of the company’s centennial celebration

South African Airways Vacations Offer an Air-Inclusive "Love Cape Town" Package from $1,999*

Just in time to celebrate Valentine’s Day, South African Airways Vacations® (SAA Vacations®), the leisure division of South African Airways is offering a 5-night air-inclusive experience in the beautiful city of Cape Town

36 Hours in Orlando

Don't equate Orlando with mouse ears and thrill rides: The city is a checkerboard of intriguing neighborhoods filled with intriguing galleries, shops and restaurants

Five Places to Go in Portland, Me.

Thompson's Point, a formerly run-down industrial zone west of the city center in Portland, is today the city's most unlikely hot spot

The Right Way to Order Room Service at a Hotel

Room service has a reputation for being overpriced and under-seasoned. Here are a few techniques to make sure your room service meals are worth your money and appetite

10 Great Minnesota Attractions for Super Bowl Visitors

Maybe it took football to bring tens of thousands of fans to Minnesota in the middle of winter, but retired Minnesota Viking linebacker Chad Greenway says Super Bowl visitors will be surprised by all the Twin Cities has to offer

10 Exotic Dream Trips you can Take in 2018

Whether your ideal getaway involves sun-soaked beaches, fairytale castles or exclusive safaris, there's an adventure for every taste and budget

The Desert Retreat Transforming the UAE's Glitzy Hotel Scene

The northernmost emirate is building a reputation for itself as an adventure travel destination, and the new Alma Retreat is trying to fill the gap for those looking to get closer to nature

The Ultimate Guide to Baggage Limits by Destination and Airline

The amount of luggage you can carry on board a long-haul flight varies dramatically from one airline to another, and even between destinations on the same carrier

The Beautiful Italian Island You've Probably Never Heard Of

This five-and-a-half-mile-long stripe of tortured rock is generally accepted to have been the summer home not of the Sirens but of the witch Circe (who, in Greek mythology, ensnared Odysseus for a bit)

The Little-Known Low-Cost Airline that's Just Launched Flights from Essex to Washington DC

Today saw the launch of no-frills flights from London Stansted to Washington DC, with fares from £199 one-way. Who is behind this new route, the first direct low-cost link between the UK and US capitals?

This Cruise Ship has No Casino, No Water Slides, No Karaoke and No Kids. We like it.

Viking Cruises, which popularized European river cruises among Americans, has brought its oceangoing ships to the United States, offering Caribbean itineraries on smaller ships. Here's the Miami Herald's review

Experts Talk about Cruising: Trends, Issues and Tips

A panel of cruise experts from CruiseCritic.com, the Miami Herald and the Cruise Lines International Association gathered on the Sojourn in a forum moderated by The Associated Press to discuss issues and trends in the cruise industry with a live audience of cruise passengers

How to Maximize your Return on Airline Miles

Accumulating miles isn't the hard part - it's learning how to use them wisely. Maximize your return on airline miles with these tips

Suffragette Cities: Events to Mark the Centenary of Voting Rights for Women

The 100th anniversary of votes for (some) women heralds a year of plays, parades and talks and includes the Museum of London's suffragette movement exhibition

How to Travel Like a Billionaire

From their tried-and-true hotel brands to their go-to beach destinations, here’s some insight into what it’s like to travel like a billionaire, according to four billionaires from around the world

Travel Tips From Comedians: Tom Segura

Comedians know a thing or two about travel, since their job is to make people laugh in cities all across the world. Here are a few pointers from Tom Segura, whose new special "Disgraceful" is now streaming on Netflix

New York's Grand Central Station Opens

Grand Central Terminal ("Station" is not a part of its official name) at 42nd Street and Park Avenue in Midtown Manhattan was built by the New York Central Railroad

New York's Grand Central Station Opens

Grand Central Terminal ("Station" is not a part of its official name) at 42nd Street and Park Avenue in Midtown Manhattan was built by the New York Central Railroad

Copyright Board Ruffles AA's Feathers By Rejecting Logo Copyright Again

The U.S. Copyright Board rejected American American's request to copyright its logo, saying it fell below the threshold for creativity needed

In a First, Same-Sex Couple Legally Marries at Sea on a Cruise Ship

Celebrity Cruises says South Florida residents Francisco Vargas and Benjamin Gray tied the knot aboard the line's 2,850-passenger Celebrity Equinox in a ceremony officiated by the vessel's captain, Dimitrios Manetas

Sky-High Passport Fee Rises To Drive Applicants Online

Passport fees for postal applications are to soar as part of the Government’s drive to persuade people to use online services

Latino Civil Rights Site in Texas named National Treasure

The $450,000 American Express grant for the three sites will help renovate the historic structures and prepare them to attract visitors, said Timothy McClimon, president of the American Express Foundation

A Few Glasses of Wine – and Six Other Things that Could Invalidate your Travel Insurance

Do you enjoy the occasional bottle of wine on holiday? Did you realise that it might invalidate your travel insurance policy?

£1,600 for a Bed in Kaliningrad? Russia Hotels Accused of Hiking Prices for World Cup Fans

Research by hotel comparison website Trivago found that fans bound for England’s group stage matches will pay at least three times the usual price for a bed for the night

5 Places To Travel In 2018 That Are Still Under Everyone's Radar

If you can’t stop thinking about amazing food, exciting excursions and Insta-worthy pics, then you’re probably craving a vacation. Badly. But if tourists, crowds and lines make you anxious, why not take the road less traveled?

AAA's Newest Five Diamond Resorts

All that focus on luxury and guest comfort has earned the Williamsburg Inn AAA's Five Diamond rating, one of only eight new properties added to the exclusive list of hotels and restaurants this year, the travel company announced Wednesday

Coast Guard Medevacs Two Carnival Cruise Line Passengers from Same Ship just Hours Apart

The United States Coast Guard was called in to rescue not one, but two different women from the same Carnival cruise ship on Tuesday

We're Glad These Hotel Trends Died

It wasn't long ago that many hotels felt... generic, with thin, grimy bedspreads, minibars filled with Jack and Jim, and something that passed for art on the walls. Thankfully, even the most budget-conscious places have worked to upgrade the overall experience

Disney World, Universal Additions for 2018 Relative Calm Before Next Year's Storm

Orlando’s major theme parks are all opening new rides this year — but the attractions are overshadowed by the buzz from bigger expansions that won’t come until at least 2019

Ceylon Silver Tips and Temple-Topped Mountains: An Insider's Guide to Sri Lanka's Tea Country

Learn about the origins of Sri Lanka's tea industry, and where it's going next, from the the hilltop town of Kandy to the forests of Hatton and the urban adventure of Colombo

Airline Bans 'Emotional Support Peacock'

A female traveller was recently banned from taking a large "emotional-support peacock" on board a United Airlines flight, it has emerged. She had offered to buy the bird its own plane ticket, according to travel blog Live and Let Fly

Two Thirds of Commuters say Train Journeys are Not Good Value for Money

The majority of commuters believe their journeys do not represent good value for money and are dissatisfied with the way delays are handled, according to survey released today

Ancient Mexican Sweat Lodges Might Be The Latest Wellness Trend

Once an important part of pre-Hispanic life, in recent years temazcales have once again risen in popularity and can now be found throughout Mexico

11 Amazing Facts about Nauru, the Least Visited, Most Obese Nation on Earth

It’s exactly 50 years since Nauru gained independence. Settled by Micronesians and Polynesians at least 3,000 years ago. To celebrate the anniversary, here are a few fascinating facts about this little-known land

Guy Fawkes is Hanged

The infamous Gunpowder Plot of 1605 was an attempt by a group of conspirators to kill King James I of England, his family, and most of the House of Lords by blowing up the Palace of Westminster during the State Opening of Parliament

What It's Like to Visit San Juan Now

After Hurricane Maria, parts of the Puerto Rican capital are back in business, including many hotels and restaurants. Tourism is down but the scene can be lively

Airlines are Trying to be Nice. Did you Notice?

Behind the scenes, airlines are urging their employees to be more friendly, accommodating and to go the extra mile

Yuma's New Attractions Include Colorful Hull Mine Tour

Yuma just has a way of doing things right. And the city has continued to unveil new attractions and events every year. Here’s what to see in 2018 in this surprising burg

25 Invigorating Fitness Holidays to Transform your 2018

You might be surrounded by others doing the same thing, which is great for motivation. And, often, it doesn’t feel like exercise at all – you’re simply hiking an amazing trail, paddling to a gorgeous island or using a bike to explore ancient ruins

Why Now is the Perfect Time to Visit Marrakech

With springlike sunny days and chilly nights warmed by bedside fires, this is the best time to visit Marrakech. Now the Christmas holiday crowds have gone, the medina and new Yves St Laurent museum are yours to explore undisturbed, while bargain flights barely break £100

The Best Hotel in the US? It's in Massachusetts

For the second year in a row a TripAdvisor survey named the Nantucket Hotel and Resort the best hotel in the United States

Americans who Visited Cuba report Similar Symptoms Suffered by US Diplomats, Report Says

Almost two dozen Americans who traveled to Cuba have reported experiencing similar symptoms to those suffered by U.S. diplomats serving at the American Embassy

Virgin Atlantic's New Planes will have 'Love Suites'

Virgin Atlantic announced on Monday that the new Airbus A330-200s joining their fleet will feature three distinct suites in the upper class cabin

Historic Las Vegas Neon Signs Set To Shine Bright Once Again

The 30-minute immersive experience presented after sunset allows visitors to walk freely around the outdoor gallery and get close to the signs

Rock Om! Yoga Instruction comes to Hard Rock Hotel Rooms

Shall we assume the Three Downward Dog Night position? Hard Rock Hotel is introducing a music-inspired, in-room yoga program at its worldwide locations, including the one at Universal Orlando

Cruise Lines Once said to Heck with Tech. No longer. Welcome to High Tech on the High Seas

Oh, how that thinking has changed. Now cruise lines are racing to see which one can offer the most innovative technology at sea

Inside the San Diego Hotel That's Hosted Marilyn Monroe, Oprah — and a Resident Ghost

San Diego's storied Hotel del Coronado has a star-studded, ghost story-filled past it's celebrating with events and deals all year long

Ryanair Agrees to Recognise UK Pilots' Union

Ryanair has agreed to recognise the British Airline Pilots’ Association (BALPA) to represent all of the airline’s 600 employed pilots based in the UK

The First Thing You Should Do On Your Next Cruise, According to Travel Insiders

Sometimes getting the most from your cruise means getting off the ship and into port. In order to maximize the experience, figure out where you'd like to go and what you'd like to do early on, so that there's plenty of time to work out the logistics

Why You Should Travel To Minneapolis

Minneapolis’ brutal winters often scare off the hardiest of tourists. But this underrated destination offers much more than its frigid temperatures and regional Fargo-esque accent

Why Vacations Matter For Your Health (And Your Happiness)

Many Americans don't use all of their vacation days (an average of 10 a year) and one-fourth don't get vacation days at all. Read why vacations matter for your health

King Charles I is beheaded

The British have always had an interesting relationship with their monarchs. Charles I reigned from March 1625 until his death in 1649

In a Swiss Ski Town, Private Chalets Have Become the Place to Stay

Wengen, a popular winter sports destination, has seen visitors turning toward attractively priced rental properties; hotels are working to stay competitive

Marijuana-Friendly ‘Bud ’n’ Breakfasts’ Sprouting Up around California

Step one when planning a cannabis-centric weekend away: Locate a pot-friendly place to stay. Here are six unique rentals for any budget, from an Emerald Triangle estate to a gypsy camping wagon handcrafted by a Burning Man artist

Rick Steves Headed to Chicago Area to Talk Travel — and Politics

Rick Steves will be in Elmhurst and Rosemont in early February to talk about travel and the latest installment of his new book, "Travel as a Political Act"

Legoland New York to be the Next Lego Park Assembled

Located about two hours north of New York City, the $350-million project represents the first major theme park to be built in the northeast USA in a long time

January Route Roundup: Where Airlines are Adding (or Cutting) Service

Airlines constantly tweak their schedules, trying to find profitable new routes or pulling the plug on ones that have underperformed. Here's a look at some of the most interesting

A Second Carnival Cruise Line Ship Begins Year-Round Sailings From Tampa

Carnival's 2,124-passenger Carnival Miracle joined the line's 2,052-passenger Carnival Paradise in sailing year-round out of Tampa

Eight Unexpectedly Affordable Vacations to Take in 2018

Thanks to expanding air routes, tour deals and favorable exchange rates, bucket-list experiences are more affordable than ever — if you know where to look. Here’s where to head for the best value on a newly affordable vacation in 2018, before everyone else gets there

10 of the Best Hotels in Copenhagen

Copenhagen is a city that delivers style in spades – effortlessly cool, with slick design everywhere you look. The increase in visitors has prompted a surge in new hotels, but Copenhagen can still be an expensive city, and choosing the right hotel is vital

The 'Real-Life' Ebbing, Missouri – And Five More Fictional Places You Can Visit

With a population of less than 3,000, Sylva is where director Martin McDonagh shot much of his Oscar-nominated film, but Sylva isn’t the first place to latch onto a fictional film or TV location to attract tourists. Here are five more fictional locations you can visit

Travellers Warned after Barefoot Paradise Beach Walk earns Couple Parasitic Foot Infection

Travellers are being warned of the risks of walking barefoot on a beach “somewhere tropical” after a Canadian couple contracted a hookworm infection on holiday in the Dominican Republic

Airlines Experimenting with Kid-Free Zones on Planes

Most airlines don’t have specific, written rules about an infant or child policy in first class. However some airlines are experimenting with unique ways to make flying with children better — for everybody in the plane

Krewe of Confetti Kids: Mardi Gras Fun for Children, Too

The weeks-long celebration leading up to Fat Tuesday is often perceived as an adults-only holiday. But elsewhere, children and families are as much a part of the revelry as anyone — many say they’re the heart and soul of the holiday

5 Best Airports to Arrive Early For

If you’re on a long-haul flight, check out connecting airports—you may have a choice– to see what they offer for passengers in transit. From building design to customer service, the following airports offer passengers a sense of calm and ease, and fun

9 Cruise Booking Tips to Help You Get the Best Deal

Looking to take to the high seas, or journey along the rivers of the world this year? Escape spoke to the cruise line experts to get the inside word on all you need to know and what you need to look for when booking a cruise in 2018

Exploring Goa, India's Beachy Bohemian Paradise

Over the last two decades, dual-personality Goa has earned a following among tourists for its all-night parties in the north and its calm disposition in the south (most style their holiday based on latitude)

King George III Dies

George III was the third British monarch of the House of Hanover, all of whom were of German, not British descent

What Rachel Bloom Can't Travel Without

The star of "Crazy Ex-Girlfriend" loves loungewear, her portable humidifier and her dog Wiley

American, Delta Revive Deal to Handle Stranded Passengers

Deal lets them put passengers on each other's planes when travelers are stranded by disruptions such as winter storms and computer outages

'Smart' Japanese Hotel Opens Offering Guests Self-Parking Slippers and Intelligent Furniture

The ProPILOT Park Ryokan will combine the ultimate in traditional hospitality with Nissan’s autonomous driving technology to give guests some quirky amenities

To Strasbourg, in Search of a Tale from the Crypt

An Englishman hunting for a long-lost relative finds the French city's story more compelling

Forget Sun, Sea and Sand – Why Art should Dictate your Holidays

We don’t only see legacy of the Grand Tourists in modern city breaks, we see it on our days out to the stately homes of Britain. Family portraits aside, many of the paintings on the walls of National Trust houses and the sculptures in their gardens and galleries are holiday souvenirs

Check in: What's Old is New (But not too New) as the Francis Hotel opens in Portland

The hotel is named after Francis Fassett, the well-known Maine architect who originally designed the home and rebuilt much of Portland after the Great Fire of 1866. Most of his touches have been preserved

White Nights, Northern Lights

Don't be scared off by Russian winters. They have their charms, especially if you begin your adventure in Arkhangelsk, the White Sea city where Russia first opened up to the West

Bubbletent Australia, the Ultimate Skygazing Experience

Australia's newest off-grid glamping experience, located in the New South Wales outback, could well be the most dazzling place you'll ever stay

It's got Ancient Greek Ruins, Spicy Food and an Active Volcano. It's Extreme Italy.

The island of Sicily, a little smaller than Massachusetts, is home to some of Europe's most important ancient Greek sites, the most active volcano in Europe, and some of Italy's most intriguing architecture and tastiest food

Passengers can Gather Data on Whales and Dolphins on Upcoming Silversea Cruises

The luxury cruise line recently launched a partnership with ORCA, a British marine conservation organization that is expected to provide conservationists who will travel on board select Silversea voyages to guide guests in collecting data

The Mystery of the Increasing Airfare

John Angarano isn't just tired of the what he suspects are bait-and-switch airfares online. He's also skeptical about the excuses airlines and online booking sites give for displaying an initial low price then switching it out later with a higher fare

How to Spend a Weekend in Edinburgh

What better way to celebrate the life and poetry of Robert Burns than in his native Scotland, complete with toasts, songs and an address to the haggis. There are countless places to enjoy a Burns Supper in Edinburgh, including many events that have a ceilidh as part of the festivities

Another Carnival Cruise was Caught with Dirty Conditions. That Makes Four in Two Months

The Carnival Liberty is now the fourth ship belonging to Carnival Cruise Line to fail its sanitation inspection in the span of two months. The others are the Carnival Vista, Carnival Breeze and Carnival Triumph

Rediscover Route 53

With the completion of the larger Route 3 in the early 1960s, Route 53 lost its vitality to the region but a number of its cool, quaint stops remain today, as well as some new spots catering to savvy locals

A $65 Million 'Animal Terminal' at Kennedy Airport Sits Empty

The $65 million animal transit facility opened a year ago to great fanfare, as “the world’s only animal terminal and the first full-service quarantine facility” for the import and export of horses, pets, zoo animals and livestock

The Republic of India

On January 26, 1950, the Indian constitution took effect, making the Republic of India the world's most populous democracy

36 Hours in Calgary, Alberta

A new generation of chefs is championing locally sourced menus, and a relaxation of liquor production laws has led to a boom in microbreweries

United Turnaround Plan: Bolster Hubs, Revive Smaller Markets

United Airlines executives outlined plans to bolster hubs, revive smaller markets and offer more seating options such as United Premium Plus

Are Tourists Ruining Edinburgh? Residents fear Scottish Capital is Turning into a Theme Park

A new dossier released by the Edinburgh City Council, entitled Managing Our Festival City, reveals the extent of the issues that tourism has brought to the city

Spring Break Travel Tips: 5 Ways to Avoid Screwing up Your Vacation

If you think spring break is just an excuse for college kids to have a carousingly good time, you could be right — but it’s also become the perfect vacation time for families, couples, solo travelers, and anyone who wants to find a nice warm beach or the perfect ski resort

Hiking the Sinai Trail with Egypt's Bedouin

Discover what it's like to hike the Sinai Trail, which goes through the southern part of the Egyptian peninsula, and get immersed in Bedouin culture

Look for These Eight New Cruise Ships to Sail the Ocean this Year

They include a high-end, 228-passenger yacht that will be outfitted with helicopters and a submarine and a mega-ship that will carry more than 6,000 passengers

Cruising Improves Overall Wellbeing, New Study Finds

A study from the University of China found that those who take cruise vacations experience positive mental and emotional health benefits up to six months after disembarking

Atlanta bests O'Hare in Airport Wars, Expert says New Terminals could Help

O'Hare is a bridesmaid again compared to busier Hartsfield-Jackson airport in Atlanta. What was the busiest day at O'Hare? Keep reading

Aventura, Universal's Next Hotel, Goes For Clean, Contemporary, Distinct Look

The hotel, near Interstate 4 and Cabana Bay Beach Resort, is scheduled to open this summer

A Year Into His Presidency, Signs of Price Drops at Some Trump Hotels

Now, new data suggests that rates at some Trump hotels have not fared well during the Trump administration. It found that rates for the most expensive rooms were down at nine Trump properties compared with a year ago

Why Amsterdam Is the New Go-To Destination for Kid-Friendly Travel

With green spaces, accessible museums, and rental bikes shaped like a clog, Amsterdam has emerged as the perfect kid-friendly city. Zoie Kingsbery Coe, founder of family travel rental site Kid

New Luxury Mexican Beach Resort Is Well Worth Visiting

Andaz is a boutique luxury brand from Hyatt, focused on providing a non-chain feel more like a group of individually owned one off hotels

How to Spend Less Time in an Airport Security Line

The road warrior may wield a decent sense of traffic hassles, terminal trekking and rental car-return times, but the length of one’s stay in a TSA security line is largely a matter of guesswork. Screening throws in a wildcard that can make you late for the gate—and your flight

The Best Places in Florida Away from the Crowds: Readers' Tips

It's not all showy spectacle, queues, rides and golf in the Sunshine State: historic sites, glorious gardens, quiet beaches and Biff's burger joint also feature

The 10 Best Healthy Vacation Destinations To Add To Your 2018 Bucket List

These are the best healthy vacation destinations for 2018, from Charleston to Boulder to South Africa and Mysore, India

Five Motorcycle Sidecar Tours With Views You'll Never Get on a Bus

Sightseeing tours in stylish motorcycle sidecars are catching on as a unique, fun and intimate way to explore cities around the globe. Here's how to try one yourself

American Cruise Lines Hires Seasoned Business Development Managers

American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line in the U.S., announced today that Andy Magistrale, CTC and Cindy Christen, CTC have joined the company’s sales team as Business Development Managers for the Southeast and Northwest regions

The League of Nations

On January 25th, 1919, the Paris Peace conference approved a proposal to create the League of Nations to sustain lasting peace after the horrors of World War I

In Affordable Nashville, Grain Bowls, Hot Chicken and Blistering Guitars

There's always the music, of course, from the Opry to hideaways like Santa's Pub. The food is memorable, too, including Indian-Southern fusion

10 Historic, Grand Hotels in the South

The different regions of the United States all have their own personalities, and the South has a particular flair for the grand and historic. If you're looking for historic grandeur while you relax, look no further than these gems

Qatar Airways' Luxurious New 'Qsuite' Seats now Flying from the USA

New suite seats are the latest offering in a constant game of one-upmanship among the world's premier airlines

The Ultimate Guide to Liverpool

Proud champions of their city, Liverpudlians keep building on its creative legacy, meaning there’s no end of innovative new places to visit, from cool pop-up shops to rediscovered and lovingly restored historical sites

How the Dominican Republic Reinvented Itself as a Luxury Paradise

Within the old city walls, at the heart of Santo Domingo’s sprawl of glass-fronted skyscrapers, shanty towns, leafy villas and concrete tower blocks, lies the atmospheric colonial centre that is being restored and made more visitor friendly

The Truth About Drunk Pilots – Does the Profession Have an Alcohol Problem?

Here, we take a look at the history of drunk pilots in the cockpit, and dig out the rules and regulations in place to prevent drink-flying

Carnival Cruise Ship Guest Missing after 'Going Overboard'

A woman aboard a Carnival cruise ship fell overboard on Sunday, marking the second time within two days a passenger on the cruise line's ships has fallen off the ship

How Airbus Brings the Parts of the A380 Together

Four million airplane parts made in 30 countries go into the making of an Airbus A380. Here's how Airbus gathers the A380 parts together for assembly

Kampong Ayer: World's Largest Settlement on Stilts

Kampong Ayer, in Brunei's capital, is the world's largest settlement on stilts. It's made up of more than 40 villages connected by a 38-kilometer boardwalk

Getting a Leg Up on Lego Ninjago Days

Legoland Florida's newest Ninjago event features ninja action, new film, character meet-ups and group builds on weekends through Feb. 3. And it's in the home of Ninjago: The Ride

Cuban Revolutions: Biking the Island's Back Roads on a Trip Through Time

The U.S.-based active travel company Backroads recently expanded its Cuban offerings to include a new five-night bike trip that has cyclists pedaling through the countryside on the western end of the Caribbean island

New Boutique Hotel Slated Near Mears Park in St. Paul

A new $60 million boutique hotel is planned to open in Lowertown in downtown St. Paul. Construction is expected to start in June with completion slated for December 2019

Six Amazing Luxury Resorts Opening Around The World In 2018

From the jungles of Cambodia to the eucalyptus forests of Rwanda, this year travelers will be able to check-in to hotels in some of the world's most incredible – and remote – settings. Here are six of the most amazing luxury resorts opening around the world in 2018

10 Best Cruises For Travelers Who Haven't Cruised

Carolyn Spencer Brown is the chief content strategist of Cruise Critic and a bit of a legend among both cruise-industry execs and cruise-loving travelers. We got Brown to share her honest and authentic advice on the most intriguing cruises for non-cruisers

Travel Tips: 12 of the Biggest Travel Myths, Busted

The travel world isn't always what it seems. Regardless of how these things start, there are certain myths out there that are absolutely not true

Carlisle Lake District Airport to Open for Commercial Passenger Flights in June

Flights from the south of England, Belfast and Dublin to the small regional airport are set to boost tourism to Cumbria

Sir Winston Churchill Dies

Many heroes were born out of the chaos of World War II, but perhaps none as inspiring as Winston Churchill

No Passport or Ticket: How a Woman Evaded Airport Security and Flew to London

Marilyn Hartman has successfully sneaked onto three flights since 2014 and attempted to breach airport security at least a dozen times

Ajijic: Mexico's Expat Paradise on the Lake

The compact town of Ajijic has narrow streets with rough cobblestones. Strolling through the town, there are hints of past hippy glory, such as a Volkswagen Beetle festooned with stuck-on flowers, or a distant sound system playing Creedence or the Stones

Tuesday: Flight Disruptions Linger in Midwest, Could Affect East

Nationwide, more than 220 flights had been canceled Tuesday as of 7:35 a.m. ET, according to flight-tracking service FlightAware

What's It Like to Stay in Europe's Best BANDB

The Old School was today named the best BANDB in the UK and Europe in the 2018 TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards and, before my visit, I had wondered what could make it so special

Flower Show's Focus on Water Lets Visitors Dive into Spring

As the East Coast continues its slog through chilly temperatures and general winter dreariness, the Philadelphia Flower Show offers a colorful sneak peek into warmer, longer days

10 Reasons Why Nicaragua Should Be Your Next Holiday Destination

Sandwiched between Costa Rica and Honduras, and with both Caribbean and Pacific coasts, Nicaragua is enjoying something of a tourism boom - overnight visits to the country rose by around 25 per cent last year, to almost two million, according to early estimates

No Luggage, Last to Board: How Basic Economy Air Fares are Taking Over the World

The reputations of so-called legacy airlines, traditionally known for offering high levels of service, are being slowly eroded as they are forced to offer stripped back fares to compete for the business of budget-conscious travellers

Here Are The 10 Best Hotels In The World In 2018, According To Travelers

The award winners are determined using millions of reviews and opinions left on TripAdvisor’s site each year. The site analyzed more than 8,000 properties in 94 countries to determine this year’s winners. Take a look below at the 10 top hotels in the world in 2018

CityPass lets Tourists Zip Through Lines in Major U.S. Cities, including Chicago

CityPass was the brainchild of two tourism pros who wanted to simplify travel by curating a list of popular attractions and then market them as a group

8 Eco-Lodges in South America That Combine Comfort and Adventure

Weather in South America is best from January through March, which means it's prime time to explore all of the wildlife, volcanoes, and hot springs that the continent has to offer. Here, eight eco-lodges to help you get started

A Decadent Visit to Jaipur, Rajasthan's Fabled Pink City

Known as its pink capital, Jaipur is also Rajasthan’s largest city. The cityscape is so beautiful that it’s no wonder models, fashion editors, designers, and style lovers alike have become completely intoxicated by its charm

Aussie Invited to Hide Out on Australia’s Biggest Ship, Ovation of the Seas

the folk at Royal Caribbean, the owners of the mega ship, are upping the stakes by inviting Australia’s official national Hide AND Seek team (yes, who knew?) on board for the world’s first official game of Hide AND Seek at sea

8 Things to Know About Cruising to Alaska in 2018

Travelers have known about the wild beauty of Alaska for years, but those who haven't experienced the 49th State by sea are catching on -- quickly. If you're taking a cruise to Alaska this year, here are a few new things to keep on the radar

Five Reasons Why Travel Is Good For Your Mental Health

It's no news that travel is good for your physical wellbeing, but a significant amount of scientific research suggests that exploring a new place can do wonders for your mental and emotional health as well

Jamaica State of Emergency: What Travelers Need to Know About the Gun Violence

The Jamaican government issued a state of emergency Thursday, as law enforcement has looked to tackle organized crime, including gang violence related to drug and gun trafficking. Local authorities imposed a temporary curfew and increased the military presence in St. James Parish

Stairway to Heaven: Hiking Ancient Pilgrimage Trails in Southern Japan

Mountainous Kumano is the holy ground of Japan and pilgrims have been trekking there for centuries. Shrines, mist, forests and waterfalls combine to create an entrancing hike

The Assassination of the 1st Earl of Moray

The assassination of regent James Stewart, 1st Earl of Moray threw Scotland into civil war. Moray was assassinated by Hamilton of Bothwellhaugh, a supporter of Stewart's half-sister Queen Mary

The 2018 Inaugural Cruise Aboard Brand New Ship American Constitution

American Cruise Lines, is pleased to announce that on April 18th, its brand new 2018 ship, American Constitution will make its inaugural cruise on Chesapeake Bay with an all new American Revolution itinerary

Delta Cracks Down on Passengers' Emotional Support Animals

Passengers who wish to take their support animal on board a Delta Air Lines plane will have to show proof of health and vaccinations 48 hours in advance, as well as other requirements, the airline said Friday

In Tel Aviv, a Futuristic Hotel With a Past

Poli House, a Bauhaus landmark, is a journey through geometry: a circular bar, a curving staircase, slanting shelves, oblong mirrors

Eleven Etiquette Rules To Remember Next Time You Fly

Unless you're fortunate enough to be flying in a first class suite, air travel can often be a stressful and exhausting experience. However, for those of us who can't afford a luxurious upgrade, there are a few basic etiquette rules that can improve the comfort of your journey

US Shutdown Hits Tourists Hard

The political paralysis in Washington DC will affect tourists to the US, whether they are hoping to explore some of the world’s best museums in the American capital or the natural wonders of the national parks of California and Wyoming

10 Incredible Winter Wildlife Holidays

Winter exerts a special magic for anyone who puts wildlife and wild places at the top of their holiday wish list – and many of the most exciting trips coincide with the next three months

The 30 Most Beautiful Towns in Europe

These are the 30 prettiest towns in Europe, according to the fine people at the Japanese Association of Travel Agents (JATA). It was challenged to come up with 30 smaller destinations to promote to holidaymakers. This is what they came up with

How an EU Ban on Credit Card Charges Could Make Your Holiday More Expensive

Since last Saturday, all surcharges for paying via a credit or debit card were banned. The ban applies to all payments for any goods and services, but such charges were particularly common in the travel industry

Passengers Can Help with Hurricane Recovery on these Caribbean Cruises

Two sailings aboard Princess Cruise Line are paired with Fathom Travel, which creates on-board activities and shore excursions aimed at giving back to islands hit hard in the fall storms

Syria Promotes Tourism, Despite Devastation of Civil War

Syrian authorities were hoping that foreign visitors would look past that devastation, as they promoted the country at an international tourism fair in Spain on Saturday

Spend a Weekend in Byron Bay, Where the Motto Is "Cheer Up, Slow Down, Chill Out"

This dreamy town in New South Wales is known for its stunning beaches, excellent surf breaks, and hippie hospitality. If your Australia itinerary includes Sydney, Melbourne, or a Gold Coast road trip, then be sure to add a weekend jaunt to Byron Bay to the list

Why Your Hotel Amenities Are Better Than Ever

Both boutique and big box hotels are swapping out shoe horns for bespoke experiences and local beauty brands, competing to appeal to travelers who have seen it all

A Local's Guide to Sydney

Ringed by national parks and blessed with more than 100 beaches, the best bits of Sydney are outdoors, active and (mostly) free. Here's how to enjoy it like a local

5 Great Free Things To Do In Healdsburg

The Sonoma Wine Country town of Healdsburg is know for vineyards, tourism and luxury lifestyle, but is it budget-friendly? No so much. But there are a few places to get the Healdsburg experience while spending next to nothing

Woman Dies After Falling from a 14th Deck Balcony on a Carnival Cruise

A woman fell from her cabin's balcony on the Carnival Elation and died Friday morning, according to Carnival Cruise Line

Hotel Test Drive: Denver's New Downtown Hotels

Many new hotels have opened in Downtown Denver in recent years, but the latest is a unique attached at the hip complex of sister properties, both within the greatly expanded Marriott International portfolio

Orlando Airport Begins Construction of $2.1 Billion South Terminal

As Orlando International Airport tries to keep up with passenger growth, its main project this year is construction of a new terminal that will rank as one of the most costly public-works projects ever in Central Florida

Roe v. Wade

On January 22, 1973 the United States Supreme Court issued its opinion in the controversial landmark case of Roe v. Wade

New Country Rankings Aim to Help Travelers Choose Safe Destinations

The State Department has classified every country from Afghanistan to Zimbabwe on a scale of 1 to 4. What does that mean for you? A primer

Emirates Throws Airbus A380 a Lifeline with $16 Billion Deal

The deal is a breakthrough for Airbus, whose double-decked A380 faced an uncertain future amid weak sales

A Celebration of Harry Potter 2018 Adds New Magic at Universal Orlando

Once a year, Universal Orlando takes an even deeper dive into the world of wizards, wands, and Weasleys by presenting A Celebration of Harry Potter

Carnival Cruise Line to Resume Trips Out of Norfolk, Va.

The Miami-based line on Wednesday said the 2,758-passenger Carnival Triumph would make Norfolk its home during May of 2019 as well as later in the year

10 of the Best Luxury Hotels in New York

New York may be the city that never sleeps but when you’re paying top dollar for a hotel room, you’re going to want some quality shut-eye. Fortunately, the luxury hotels in Manhattan are amongst some of the best in the world

Going to Great Lengths: Cycling Britain from Land's End to John O’Groats

Marking retirement with an epic, three-week, 983-mile bike ride through England, Wales and Scotland

Everything Must Go: Air Berlin Auctions Off Plane Seats, Blankets and Branded Chocolates to Raise Cash

The airline, which was the second biggest in Germany after Lufthansa, filed for insolvency in August last year following years of financial loss

Springfield Springs Forward

This often overlooked, family-friendly destination, a mere 90 miles or so from Boston, has a lot happening

Checking in: Diplomat's $100-Million Update Adds Luxe to Leisure

After a three-year makeover to 90 per cent of the resort, the landmark establishment is younger, prettier and attracting a new fan base

Got Unused Vacation Days? National 'Plan for Vacation Day' is Jan. 30

Destinations, tourism agencies and others in the travel industry are expected to offer promotions in conjunction with the effort. It will be promoted on social media with a #PlanForVacation hashtag

Hot Springs, Horse Country, and Historic Hotels: Virginia's Countryside Has It All

In the market for some serious RANDR? Add Hot Springs, Virginia, to the top of your winter destination hit list. You’ll find an intimate setting, a quiet elegance, and no shortage of history, health, and the most heavenly wallpaper

Cleveland is a Top Port for New Victory Cruise Lines' Great Lakes Sailings

Bruce Nierenberg, president and CEO of Miami-based Victory Cruise Lines, says the port of Cleveland, and Great Lakes cruising in general, are poised to grow big over the next several years

Asia's Most Exciting 2018 Hotel Openings

We've rounded up 22 of the most anticipated newcomers of 2018. These beauties provide new ways to experience a few of our favorite destinations, from a remote beach resort in Okinawa to glamping in Cambodia, a heritage project in Hong Kong and a relaxing wellness getaway in jam-packed Jakarta

Looking for Hawaiian Rainbows? Start with a Tour of the Big Island's Waterfalls

The Hilo side gets the rain — and it also means the Hilo side gets something pretty special in Hawaii: waterfalls

After Passengers Delayed, TSA Aims to Improve at Atlanta Airport

After passengers waited well over an hour to get through security at Atlanta's airport as it struggled to recover from ice and snow, federal officials tried to avoid a repeat of lines that snaked through the airport's atrium and past its food court

Medicines You Should Think Twice About Before Taking On A Plane

According to pharmacist Nial Wheate in an article for The Conversation, taking certain medications when flying could be putting your health at risk

Edgar Allan Poe is Born

Edgar Allen Poe was born on January 19, 1809 in Boston, Massachusetts as the son of theatrical actors

36 Hours in Washington, D.C.

No longer does the city dubbed "the swamp" by its inhabitant in chief have the starchy, insular appearance of a white male fiefdom. There's a dynamism that, along with its fabled history, qualifies it as a great American city

Five Places to Go in Los Angeles

Once a quiet and relatively unknown neighborhood, Highland Park is now seeing an influx of younger residents. Cool bars, restaurants and shops have followed

12 Festivals and Events Worth Traveling for in 2018

From the Winter Olympics to a group yacht sail in Croatia, you'll want to book a trip every month to these can't-miss festivals and events

Disney to Expand Move into River Cruising with France Sailings

Family vacation giant Disney is expanding its move into river cruising with its first river trips in France. The company on Wednesday revealed that its Adventures by Disney division will offer 21 river cruises in 2019

Travel Chaos as High Winds see Heathrow Airport Drop Flights and Trees on Line

High winds are causing transport chaos across the UK and further afield, with hundreds of flights cancelled at Amsterdam, Heathrow and other airports

Going it Alone: 25 Life-Changing Solo Holidays for 2018

From intrepid adventures to wellness retreats, our experts 
suggest the best ways to go it alone – in good company

New Forest: 10 of the Best Family Activities and Days Out

With 193,000 acres of forest and heathland filled with free-roaming ponies, donkeys, sheep and pigs, The New Forest National Park offers a uniquely family-friendly holiday

U.S. Tour Groups Call Warnings about Travel to Cuba Baseless; Vow to Continue Taking Americans to Island

Dozens of U.S. groups that organize trips to Cuba say they are continuing to take Americans to the island despite an urging by the U.S. State Department that people reconsider their plans to visit there

Sailing Cruises an Intimate Way to See Global Destinations

The word "cruise" is such a broad term. When you think about what constitutes a cruise, most of us probably picture a gigantic ship bobbing around in the Caribbean — and to be sure, that's probably the largest and most recognizable type of cruise

3 Midwest Inns Ideal for a Romantic Winter Escape

Whether you're looking for a Valentine's Day getaway or just a place to escape for a winter weekend nearby, here are three Midwest hotels perfect for couples

Where to Surf and Stay on Sri Lanka's South Coast

From boutique hotels to luxurious hideaways, these spots will change the way you see the beach

At LAX, Top-End Airline Lounges Offer a Gentle Place to Decompress

LAX is in the middle of major renovation and expansion projects that add to the headache of getting to your flight on time. Its lounges offer a place to decompress in today's sometimes chaotic world of air transportation

Suite Spot: Harmon Guest House, Healdsburg

The posh 55-room hotel, which faces Healdsburg Plaza and houses Charlie Palmer's acclaimed Dry Creek Kitchen and the Spa Hotel Healdsburg, attracted so many visitors that by 2010 its founders opened a second, somewhat more affordable inn down the block: the 36-room, environmentally friendly H2hotel, home to hip Spoonbar restaurant

Passenger Plane Lifted Away from Cliff Edge after Turkey Runway Incident

A passenger plane that skidded off a Turkish airport runway has been lifted away from its precarious position on the edge of a cliff overlooking the Black Sea

The USA's Best Small Cities for travelers

From great craft beer in New Mexico to Instagram-worthy cityscapes in Maine, 'National Geographic Traveler' has unveiled a new list of Best Small Cities for 2018

Eastern Airlines Ceases Business

The 1980's were not kind to the legacy airlines. Deregulation brought onto the market a number of upstart airlines such as People Express

Inspectors Caught Carnival Crew Hiding Dirty Conditions. It's their Third Ship to Fail.

The Carnival Vista and Carnival Breeze have both failed their sanitation inspections, marking a string of failures for Doral-based Carnival Cruise Line. In November, the Carnival Triumph also failed its sanitation inspection

Your PyeongChang 2018 Travel Guide

The 2018 Winter Olympics start on Feb. 9 in Gangwon Province, a resort region in the Taebak Mountains northeast of Seoul. Here's what to see and how to see it

Headache for Fliers: 2,200 Cancellations (and counting) since Tuesday

Air travelers faced another day of disruptions Wednesday as winter weather snarled flights at dozens of U.S. airports

New Ultra-Long-Haul Flight Connects Houston to Sydney in 17 and a half hours

United Airlines flight 101 leaves at 8pm for the 8,596-mile trip to Australia's largest city. It is 18 miles longer than the existing Qantas route from Dallas to Sydney

The Ultimate Lake District Guide

More than 15.8 million visitors head to the Lake District every year, lured by its crags and glimmer. Last year UNESCO bought the hype, awarding it World Heritage Status

US Travel Industry Launches Plan to Reverse Tourism Decline

Travel industry representatives sounded an alarm Tuesday over a long-term decline in international tourism to the U.S. and said they want to work with the Trump administration to reverse the trend

Niche Tours of Hidden Tokyo Reveal Grit and History

I’ve always resisted the idea of taking a guided tour on my annual visits to Japan. This year I decided to try two guides offering personalized tours

American Airlines is Going Cash-Free at Airports

If you're planning on flying American Airlines out of Miami International Airport, don't forget your debit card

Inside the $48,000-a-night Grace Kelly Suite

Have $48,000 to spare? Then you can book a suite named for Princess Grace at the Hotel de Paris Monte-Carlo for a night. (Yes, one night)

Exploring Near Stevens Pass By Snowshoe

Snowshoeing while snow is falling is every bit as fun as hiking in the rain is not

No Passport, No Airport: Why Cruising in Australia is Taking Off

Even for seasoned salts, a voyage in Australian waters has a lot going for it, as a Sydney to Hobart return jaunt aboard Norwegian Jewel shows

This New Swedish Hotel Floats in the Middle of a River

Sweden is set to debut an Arctic Bath Hotel, and it's the ultimate retreat. Located in Kiruna, northern Lapland, the hotel floats on the Lule River (don't worry, it's anchored in place)

San Francisco's Chinatown: Night Scenes from Grant Avenue

Grant Avenue is a bustling street during the day, often filled with tourists in search of souvenirs or locals shopping for food. But at night the street is quiet, allowing for leisurely strolling and new discoveries

The Best Places to Travel in February

Escape the post-holiday doldrums by planning an epic getaway to one of these great places to travel in February

Why Colorado Is The Ideal Destination Anytime Of The Year

Colorado is like Switzerland but with cowboys. With its soaring elevations and egg crate of mountains at every vantage, the state became an obvious must-do for skiers and après-skiers. And then summer caught on

Central Holidays Reports Strong Outlook for 2018 with More than 30% Year-Over-Year Increase in Bookings

Central Holidays is pleased to report a significant increase in the momentum of bookings for 2018 and year-over-year growth in bookings of more than 30 percent

Benjamin Franklin Born

On this day in 1706, American statesman, inventor, author, printer, satirist, politician, and diplomat Benjamin Franklin was born

In Spain, Searching for Ancestors, Dry Wine and Calm Seas

Today Spain itself is a top international travel destination, with 75.6 million tourists in 2016, nearly double the nation’s population of 46.5 million. Its popularity in Western Europe is nothing short of phenomenal

This Tiny Island Is New Zealand's Secret Conservation Weapon

Tiritiri Matangi – a 75-minute ferry ride from downtown Auckland – is one of several offshore islands that New Zealand has turned into sanctuaries for its native birds

The Art of Travel: Six Simple Extravagances that can Transform a Holiday

A spontaneous moment of extravagance had turned a miserable wait into an enjoyable evening. Here are a few other indulgences which might have a similar effect

Traveler Arrested at Airport for Wearing Too Many Clothes

A man traveling from Iceland to England was arrested at the Iceland Keflavík International Airport for attempting to avoid an excess luggage fee by wearing eight pairs of pants and ten shirts

Hidden Hanoi:Map Creators Share City's Secret Spots

Whether you're looking for secret spas or sunset walks, terrace bars or street food stalls, Der Hagopian shares a shortlist of hidden Hanoi destinations with CNN Travel

Think You Know What to Expect at a Cruise Ship Buffet — Think Again

As palates become more sophisticated and our tastes more discerning, mediocre buffets have been pushed into the archives with food and wine taking the spotlight on cruising’s centre stage

Grace Kelly’s Restored Yacht Now Transports Passengers Around the Galápagos Islands

The Galápagos are filled with cruising vessels taking travelers from island to island, and many of those boats tend to be miniature cruise ships: clunky, charmless, and impersonal. Not the case with this ship

The Innovative Hotels That Are Making Travel Better in 2018

From political action to digital doors and museum-worthy art, these hotels are setting a new standard for a good stay today

101 Freeway Won't Open for At Least a Week. Amtrak adds Extra Trains to Accommodate More Travelers

Until the road reopens, the quickest way to travel to and from the affected area is by train. Detours using Interstate 5 can take up to five hours, depending on traffic

Five Fantastic Mind, Body and Soul Festivals for 2018

Relax, restore and reset yourself at these festivals that feature yoga classes, spa treatments, healthy food, live music – and, yes, occasionally, a little alcohol

Inside Muji's New 'Anti-Gorgeous' Hotel in Shenzhen

Minimalist fans can get an early glimpse inside Muji's first ever hotel before it launches later this month in China's Shenzhen

Everybody in the Pool: Great Wolf Lodge to Open Hotel with Indoor Water Park in Arizona

The 350-room all-suite hotel will be built next door to Salt River Fields, the Arizona Diamondbacks' and Colorado Rockies' spring-training home

Could you Really Survive a Plane Crash on Water? Hero Pilot Sully Talks to Telegraph Travel

We spoke to aviation expert John Turner, Fellow of the Royal Aeronautical Society and director of the Honorary Company of Air Pilots, to find out what airline manufacturers are doing to prepare their planes for a water landing

Why a Trip to Amritsar's Golden Temple will Restore your Faith in Humanity

The Golden Temple has been on this site since the 16th century but it was destroyed several times by raiding armies from Afghanistan and the Mughal Empire. Each time it was steadfastly rebuilt

The 18th Amendment to the US Constitution Ratified

On this day in 1920, the 18th Amendment to the US Constitution went into effect, initiating Prohibition

Don't Listen to Washington, Tourist Organizations Try Telling Foreigners

Persuading travelers to visit the United States didn't used to be difficult, but things have gotten more complicated. Could marketing help roll out a welcome mat?

First Ride: Aboard Florida's New Brightline Train

For now, trains will run between West Palm Beach and Fort Lauderdale. But the railroad will expand to Miami later this year, with full service to Orlando still two years away

Giant New Cruise Ship Norwegian Bliss to Sail from New York

Debuting in April, the 4,000-passenger Norwegian Bliss will be one of the 10 biggest cruise ships in the world

23 Incredible Travel Destinations You Probably Didn't Know Existed

From a stunning, hidden beach to one of the only places in the world where you can swim between two continents, here's your off-the-beaten-path bucket list

6 of the Most Luxurious Ryokans in Japan

Ryokan, or traditional Japanese inns, are the pinnacle of Japanese hospitality. Here are 6 of the most luxurious ryokan with onsen (hot spring) baths in Japan

Airbus A380, Once the Future of Aviation, May Cease Production

The world's largest passenger aircraft may no longer be manufactured if its only major customer, Emirates, does not order any more

How to Plan your Family's First International Vacation

It is exponentially easier to plan a trip with kids to somewhere you’ve been before than it is to plot an adventure someplace new

8 Lesser-Known U.S. Natural Treasures To Visit In 2018

With suggestions from the National Park Foundation, HuffPost has compiled a list of lesser-known places run by the National Park Service. If you’re looking for somewhere to travel in 2018, do consider these bastions of American beauty

Why a Trip to Charleston Should Be on Every Traveler's Itinerary

Charleston has seen a surge of visitors this year, thanks in no small part to one of the rarest of natural phenomenons: a total eclipse of the sun. Charleston, however, is much more than just a convenient haven to watch the heavens

10 Reasons To See Italy's New Hot Destination

The central Italian region of Abruzzo, a world away from modern Italy, is on the verge of an international tourism boom

Hong Kong Heritage Hotel Pays Homage To Star Ferry

After a beast of a renovation, The Fleming boutique hotel re-emerged in Wan Chai late last year with a new look, inspired by the green-and-white cross-harbor ferries. The design features contemporary maritime accents, such as porthole-like mirrors, industrial lamps and navy-striped rugs

A Holocaust Museum in Brooklyn Focuses on Faith, Survival

Faith and survival, not the machinery of death, are the central themes at an atypical Holocaust museum in Brooklyn. Its collection includes letters, diaries, photos and religious items, like a frayed prayer shawl worn secretly by a prisoner at Auschwitz

From Broadway to the High Seas: The Best Onboard Entertainment

Increasingly cruise ships are upping the ante on big productions, offering the spectacle, sizzle and showpersonship of some of the best theatre shows in the world. We put the spotlight on the latest you need to know about on the high seas

Southern States Join to Promote Civil Rights Trail to Tourists

Fourteen states stretching from Kansas to Delaware are joining to promote the trail, which will highlight about 130 sites linked to the modern civil rights movement

New Beachfront Resort in Boracay

Overlooking the serene turquoise ocean at Punta Bunga Cove on the exclusive northwest coast, the 312-key Mövenpick Resort AND Spa Boracay is a unique low-rise property with architecture designed to blend with the natural environment and a secluded 200-metre private beach

The British Museum Opens

Sir Hans Sloane was a naturalist who had managed to amass an enormous collection of books, manuscripts, dried plants, and antiquities from his travels

36 Hours in Kigali, Rwanda

More than 20 years after the horrific genocide in Rwanda, Kigali is emerging as a proud city, known for its progressive start-ups, energetic art scene and great dining and coffee

New Grand Canyon Zip-Lines Soar 1,000 Feet At West Rim

If you've ever imagined flying over a canyon without benefit of helicopter or aircraft, imagine no more. Riders soar nearly 1,000 feet above the canyon floor, attaining speeds of 50 mph and more

The 10 Best Places to Avoid Noise, Light and Air Pollution

Want to get away from it all? These are the best places to find clear skies, bright stars, fresh air and pure nature

A Look at the New Canopy by Hilton Washington, D.C., The Wharf

Hilton officials call it a “lifestyle” hotel, one focused on locally-inspired design, food and beverage offerings, environmentally friendly features, and large multi-use public spaces

A Plea for Transparency on Airline Fees

Shopping for airline seats has become one of the most challenging buying experiences a consumer faces, a challenge ironically made more — not less — difficult as technology improves

Ryanair No Longer Europe's Biggest Airline

Ryanair is no longer Europe's largest airline after a rostering issue in 2017 saw thousands of flights cancelled and a number of routes suspended throughout the continent

Safer, Fairer, Better: 10 Ways Travel Needs to Change in 2018

Our mission is to inspire you to discover new destinations, excellent value, the best places to stay and the best companies to book with. But we want also to make travel safer, fairer, and better – and our campaign starts here

LA is Opening A Museum of Selfies – Here's What You'll Find Inside

The Museum of Selfies - a new museum dedicated to the “science, art and culture of self representation” - is opening its camera-ready doors in California next month

Travel Experts Explain Why People Return To The Same Places Again And Again

Travel enthusiasts typically want to visit as many different parts of the world as they can. Some destinations, though, are just so special that even the most adventurous travelers want to return again and again

Mayaguana, a World Away and Worth the Trip

Consider the 110-square-mile Bahamian island of Mayaguana. It’s so off-the-grid that you won’t find it in any guidebook

FAA Investigates Latest Close Call at San Francisco Airport

An Aeromexico passenger jet was ordered to abort a landing at San Francisco International Airport as it descended toward a runway occupied by another commercial jet, the third close call at the busy airport in six months

A Ski Hotel With Awe-Inspiring Views In The French Alps: Le Strato, Courchevel

Expect everything from mammoth private chalets with heated pools and mountain views, to historic hotels abound with local Savoyard charm (think open fireplaces, wooden interiors and furry rugs)

Shaquille O’Neal Will Be An Officer — Again. But This Time He’s Moved Up In Rank

On Thursday, Carnival Cruise Line’s president, Christine Duffy, announced O’Neal would become the company’s “chief fun officer"

Star Princess Ready for Vancouver sailings

New changes for this year include a revamped casino, updated equipment and refurbished treatment rooms in the Lotus Spa

Skiing Is In Our DNA: Laurentian Museum Honours Snow Sports Pioneers

Located in a region that spawned many firsts in North American skiing, the Laurentian Ski Museum gathers vintage memorabilia and artifacts

Carmel has a Name for its Boutique Downtown Hotel

The city has a name for the boutique hotel its partnering to build at City Center — Hotel Carmichael, a play on Carmel and Michael Feinstein. Much of the 106,347-square-foot hotel will be open to the public

The First Woman Elected to the US Senate

On January 12, 1932, the state of Arkansas elected Hattie Ophelia Wyatt Caraway in a special election to the United States Senate, making her the first woman elected to the Senate

Bay Area Woman Thought She Was Booked on a Flight to San Jose, Calif. Then She Landed in San José.

Callie Zucker and her extended family spent a luxurious winter holiday wandering the cobbled pathways of Florence and partaking of the region's fine aliments. But as seems to be the standard for air travel these days, the trip went sour when the college student attempted to get home

Where to Celebrate a Centennial (or 3) in 2018

It’s a big year for civic tricentennials, artistic anniversaries, wilderness salutes and one baseball birthday party where the fans will get the presents

Why You Can't Get Up to Go to the Bathroom Before Takeoff

You should always go to the bathroom before boarding an aircraft. It’s not just your mother’s advice, it’s also an issue of security and international aviation law

Checking In and Carrying On: How the Fashion Pack Packs

For fashion pros embarking on a five-city tour of men's wear shows, the starting point is the closet, where each deploys his own packing strategy

State Department Revamps Travel Advisories to Make Them Easier to Understand

The department changed the previous phrasing from the previous warnings and alerts, which some travelers found confusing, to a colored-number system of advisories with more explicit descriptions of what yielded the ranking

10 Retro Hotels in Los Angeles

We rounded up 10 retro properties in the City of Angels, from a motor hotel with neon lights to a throwback Beverly Hills icon with a beachy color palette. Ready for a time warp?

What To Do In Brooklyn On Your Next NYC Trip

Brooklyn’s been the place to visit for so long, now, that some might call it passé. Not us, though. Here’s what to do

Marriot Hotels Attacked For Suggesting Tibet Is An Independent Nation

The global hotel chain Marriott is in trouble with the Chinese authorities for describing Tibet as a separate country, thereby “disrespecting” the sovereignty of the People’s Republic

The 60 Greatest Train Journeys for 2018

In terms of romance, it may be a bit of a cliché but it is hard to beat the beautifully restored Venice Simplon-Orient-Express particularly if you can get on board its once-a-year recreation of the original routing between Paris and Istanbul, and spend five full days savouring it

The 5 Best Places To Travel To In January

In addition to prices, these five destinations happen to be especially enticing the first month of the year. Now go get your wanderlust on

Essential Places to Visit in Johannesburg

Johannesburg, South Africa, is enjoying a resurgence. Find out the best things to do -- from what to see to where to eat -- when you travel here

Passengers Consider Lawsuit After Norwegian Cruise Line Sails Through Winter Storm Grayson | The Weather Channel

Passengers aren't buying Norwegian Cruise Line's statement that the Breakaway "encountered stronger than forecasted weather conditions" during Winter Storm Grayson

World Cruise Brought Viking's Newest Ship to the Port of Los Angeles

The Viking Sun's visit marked a number of firsts: It was Viking's first world cruise, its first West Coast port of call, and the first opportunity for the line's U.S.-based employees, who work in Woodland Hills, to see one of the ships they help market and create

The New Zealand Town Where Oprah Filmed A Wrinkle in Time Should Be Next on Your Travel Wish List

Oprah, Ava DuVernay, Reese Witherspoon, and Mindy Kaling set up shop in Wanaka, a small town that is coincidentally a must-visit for anyone with their eye on New Zealand

10 Of The Best UK Winter Escapes

A good way to break up the winter is with a few days in the countryside. We've picked stays across Britain, from cosy B AND Bs to stylish holiday homes, many with seasonal offers

Paraguay's Giant Lily Pads are Back for the First Time in a Decade, Revealing a Forgotten Country inBbloom

For those keen to see the heart of a continent, both literally and metaphorically, it has more to offer than you might think

The First Clinical Use of Insulin

In 1889, a Polish physician, Oscar Minkowski, removed the pancreas from a healthy dog and noted that the animal suffered an immediate rise in blood sugar

United Airlines Fills Out Route Map With Eight New Routes

United's latest expansion will add new connections from six of its hubs to a total of eight destinations across six states

The Ultimate Guide To Belgrade

Get a second dose of New Year’s Eve in Belgrade, where the old Julian calendar in use by the Serbian Orthodox Church means that everything is 13 days later

Ethiopia: Ancient Churches, Mysterious Towers and Lucy

The country’s mythology included serving as keepers of the Ark of the Covenant (the legendary chest containing the Ten Commandments) and the biblical story of King Solomon and the Queen of Sheba

Massive Airport Delays put Federal Rule in Focus

By one estimate, there were a dozen or more international flights that landed at JFK and sat on the tarmac for at least four hours, the point at which the airlines could be subject to huge fines

Five Places in England for a Magical Winter Weekend

Brian Jackman suggests five corners of England that suit a magical winter escape. Log fires guaranteed

The Worst Days to Fly in 2018

This is a good time to start planning a vacation, because if you know when to fly – and just as important, when not to fly – you could save some real money

Airline Staff Force Stranded Passengers to Delete Videos from Phones

The passengers were stuck on the tarmac at Boston Logan International Airport for two hours before they were ordered to deplane

Best Adventure Vacations For 2018

For those who want to get out of their comfort zone and go off the beaten track, these are 12 of the best adventure vacations for 2018

Tour Boat Carrying Cruisers Sinks in Mexico. It's the Second Accident in Recent Weeks

A boat carrying 10 tourists from Royal Caribbean Cruises ships sank off the coast of Cozumel last week, marking the second accident in less than a month involving American cruise passengers on excursion

London Is Getting a 4-Day Gin Festival

Since 2009, enthusiasts from around the world have been flocking to London for World Gin Day, which occurs annually on the second Saturday of June. This year, however, the holiday will be taken to a whole new level: Enter a four-day festival dedicated to all things gin

Five Gorgeous Short Hikes in Europe

Each of these five short hikes is an introduction to a stunning part of Europe away from well-trodden hiking trails. All the walks can be completed in a few hours and the paths are well signposted

Florida Hotel Refuses Rooms to People Based on Where they Live

A Florida couple was shocked to find out a local hotel would not rent them a room for the very fact that they live in town

N.H. Mountain And RiverWalk Resort Has it All

With heated four-season outdoor pool and hot tubs, a great fitness center, amazing Italian restaurant and even its own winery, RiverWalk is a destination in itself

Auchrannie Becomes Scotland's First Employee-Owned Resort

The Isle of Arran resort of Auchrannie has become the first in Scotland to be owned by its employees. The resort has been owned and operated by the Johnston family since 1988 and is valued at £4.3m

Now is Best Time to Take an Eastern Caribbean Cruise

Hurricanes Irma and Maria dealt a one-two punch to the eastern Caribbean, much of which is still struggling to rebuild in the wake of last autumn';s storms. That doesn't mean cruise ship passengers should stay away

American Constellation is on its Way to Puget Sound for New 2018 Season!

American Cruise Lines’ ship, American Constellation is on its way to beautiful Puget Sound for the 2018 Pacific Northwest cruise season

The London Underground

On January 10, 1863, the London Underground became the first underground rail system in the world

Windstar Announces Impressive Roster of Signature Expeditions Team Members for Alaska 2018 Cruise Season

Windstar Cruises recently announced its brand-new Windstar Signature Expeditions program – an enriching and immersive experience debuting on the small ship cruise line’s all-suite Star Legend sailings in Alaska this spring and summer

New Hotels to Check Out in 2018

Innovative design and other features that channel the destination unify the following coming and just-opened hotels, which are among the most promising debuts of the new year

Star Clippers' Royal Clipper, an Anomaly in the World of Cruising

Billed as the largest full-rigged sailing ship in the world, Royal Clipper is a true clipper ship of the sort that famously sped across the world's oceans in the 1800s

The Distillery Behind Scotland's Most-Awarded Single Malt

Glenfiddich means “valley of the deer” in Gaelic, and though the distillery is just a few minutes from downtown Dufftown, the hills and sweeping forests surrounding the distillery probably still hide more than a few hooved beasts

Canyonlands National Park: 10 Tips For Visiting

Its remote location in southeast Utah makes Canyonlands National Park a bit difficult to reach, but is a visit ever worth the effort

Hilton Experiments with the Hotel Room of the Future

The room of the future is being mapped out in a space tucked away near the lobby of a suburban hotel in Northern Virginia

Allegiant Adds Two New Cities in Six-Route Expansion

Allegiant’s first flights from Charleston, S.C., will begin April 4 while service from Sarasota, Fla., starts April 11

Belle Mont Farm: The St. Kitts Hotel Reinventing Caribbean Tourism

In December 2014, Kempadoo opened Belle Mont Farm with the aim to benefit the community financially without destroying its culture

Welcome to the QM2.0 – How Millennials are Replacing Lady Bracknells on Cunard's Flagship

If there’s one thing Cunard usually gets right, it’s luxury. This is the company, after all, which took a cow on its first transatlantic crossing in 1840 to guarantee fresh milk for the passengers’ tea

Everything You Need To Know About Ryanair's Controversial New Baggage Rules

Ryanair’s controversial new baggage policy will be introduced on January 15. Here we outline how the changes will affect your trip

Top Tips for Scoring a Bargain Holiday Deal

How do you go about making the most of these deals? Taking on the speed and enthusiasm of a game show contestant would surely help, as does memorising the following expert tips

7 Travel Tips for New Orleans Saints Fans Headed to Minnesota

The New Orleans Saints play the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday (Jan. 14) at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis at 3:40 p.m. CST. Here are a few travel tips in case you're headed north for the game

A Trip to Australia's Most Pristine Reef, Where You Can Sustainably Swim With Humpbacks and Whale Sharks

Ningaloo Reef is one of the only places on the planet where you can swim with whale sharks, humpbacks, and giant manta rays, and it is perhaps the best place on the planet to do so in terms of sustainability

Inspired by The Post: A Guide to D.C's Journalist Hangouts, Past and Present

While The Post portrays a world of dinner parties in Georgetown townhouses, smoky newsrooms, and white-tablecloth breakfast meetings that's far from the reality of most writers today, there are still certain places in D.C. that draw journalists and politicos

Take the Kids to...the Ragged School Museum, East London

Once a school that provided a free education for destitute children, a row of 19th century warehouses is now a free museum giving visitors a chance to step back in time – and into the classroom – for a strict Victorian lesson

The World's Most Punctual Airline Revealed

Travel analyst OAG has just revealed its Punctuality League for 2018, naming the airlines and airports with the world's best timekeeping

Windstar Cruises Sails into 2018 with Numerous Travel Awards AND Accolades

Windstar Cruises, the upscale cruise line, is starting 2018 with a recent collection of prestigious accolades and numerous award wins

The RMS Queen Elizabeth Burns and Sinks

The Cunard Line, then known as the Cunard White Star Line launched the RMS Queen Elizabeth in 1938

What Airline Insiders Really Think About Their Rules

What if an airline manager materialized at the gate after your next flight? Customer relations agents answer questions from passengers

Hilton Recycles Its Guestroom Mattresses

Ever wonder where hotel room mattresses go after they’ve endured years of strangers sleeping on them? Hilton has figured out an interesting way to put retired mattresses to good use—one that helps the environment

Travel Chaos Continues At New York's JFK Airport

Travel from New York's JFK airport has been disrupted for the fifth day running, after a burst water pipe compounded the issues caused by extreme weather in the city

10 of the Best Places to Escape Blue Monday

Whether you’re after winter sun, exquisite food or a bit of culture, here are 10 of the best weekend getaways to help get you through the next few months

The 25 Travel Trends You'll be Following in 2018

We asked 13 industry experts what they think we’ll see this year. From hotels to package holidays, millennials to responsible travellers, here’s what they said

In Exeter, the Word Barn is Housing Creativity

At the Word Barn, writers both published and hopeful can attend Sarah’s twice-monthly workshops or one of the events in her ongoing Silo Series of literary readings and spoken-word performance

Taj Mahal to Limit Number of Visitors after Dangerous Stampede

After five people were injured during a stampede at the Taj Mahal , authorities are capping the number of visitors who can enter the world-famous mausoleum each day

Norwegian Cruise Line Passengers on Ship that Sailed through 'Bomb Cyclone' Describe 'Nightmare' Ride

The Norwegian Breakaway docked in New York City on Friday after the winter storm system wreaked havoc along the East Coast

Resort to Rest and Recuperation

The Pacifica Golf AND Spa resort is the adult-only property in the sprawling Pueblo Bonito Resort empire in Cabo San Lucas, which counts four other properties, including the family friendly Sunset Beach resort

5 Signature Parisian Drinks and Where to Find Them

Whether you fancy Champagne atop the Eiffel Tower or coffee at a sidewalk cafe, here are five ways to raise a toast, Parisian style

A Weekend in Cali, Colombia's Salsa Capital

Wherever you go in Santiago de Cali, Colombia’s third-largest city, you can hear the steady six-count cowbell clave—the pulse of salsa music. In a way, its omnipresence here has helped preserve the city in something of a salsa golden age

Bypass the Serengeti for This Little-Visited Part of Tanzania

In southern Tanzania, Selous Game Reserve and Ruaha National Park are largely untouched by tourism, and full of wildlife. Two new safari experiences make the area an even more enticing destination

Incredible Game of Thrones Ice Hotel in Lapland is this Winter's Coolest Place to Stay

A new Game of Thrones-themed ice hotel has opened in Finland, complete with dragons, direwolves and dreaded White Walkers

BA ditches Reclining Seats on Short Flights - Forcing Passengers to Sit Up

British Airways passengers will no longer be able to lean back and relax on short-haul flights as the airline seeks to slash ticket prices

Holland America Touts Wave Season Cruise Deal

Add Holland America to the list of cruise lines with a promotion for Wave Season — the period beginning in January when cruise bookings surge

The 6 Craziest Travel Moments From Last Week's Winter Bomb Cyclone

Most of the issues seemed to revolve around New York’s JFK Airport, but plenty of other airports felt the repercussions as well. Here were some of the craziest travel moments from last week’s weather event

South African Airways Vacations Announces 10% Off All Packages To Africa For Travel In 2018

South African Airways Vacations® (SAA Vacations®), the leisure division of South African Airways, kicks off the New Year with savings on all of their air-inclusive vacation packages

The Battle of New Orleans

On January 8, 1815 British forces attacked Jackson's position. The fighting was devastating to the British forces in their assault on the far better positioned Americans with 290 British dead and more than 1,200 wounded versus 13 American dead and 39 wounded

Ways to Save in 2018

Eight tips to help keep your travel expenses nominal and your wallet fat this year

Building a Modern Airport in Salt Lake City From One Well Past Its Prime

When facilities are finished in 2023, they will improve efficiency at one of the country's busiest airports, a hub for nine airlines with 329 daily flights

Hilton Changes Its 'Do Not Disturb' Sign Policy

The McLean, Va.-based company is now suggesting that a team member alert a security or duty manager if a Do Not Disturb sign or light has been in place on a guestroom door for more than 24 consecutive hours

New Cruise Itinerary from Princess: New York to Greenland and Back

Is a trip to Greenland on your bucket list? There's a new way to get there from the United States without stepping on an airplane

EasyJet grew Passenger Numbers by Almost 10% in 2017 to Over 81 Million

The airline on Friday said that just short of 5.9 million passengers flew on its planes in December, a rise of 5.5 per cent on the same month in 2016

Introducing Cornwall's Truly Accessible Holiday Homes

You shouldn’t have to compromise when it comes to a holiday. Our cottage, Heather Barn, combined modcons with a homely vibe, perfect for a city escape

Discovering the Magic of Edinburgh

The city’s remarkably consistent buildings of mottled brown stone blocks, the most spectacular of them with sharply peaked roofs and ostentatious turrets, are clear inspiration for the architecture of the Hogwarts School of Wizardry

On Alcatraz, the Island's Prison Gardens are in Full Flower

The storied setting — an 1850s-era military installation turned maximum-security lockup — is now a National Historic Landmark and part of the expansive Golden Gate National Recreation Area

World's Longest Glass Bridge Opens in Hebei, China

China has a thing for glass bridges. A record-breaking bridge in Hebei Province's Hongyagu Scenic Area also has a terrifying sway

An Epic, Adventurous Train Ride Across the Australian Outback

The Indian Pacific luxury sleeper train goes from Sydney to Perth, conjuring up a sense of mystery and old-world romance, plus some of the best sunsets you'll ever see

The Surprising Country That Should Be on Your Surf-Trip List

If asked to list some popular surf destinations, you’d probably name a few of the following: Hawaii, California, Mexico, Australia. You would most likely neglect to mention Japan

Make it a Muji Holiday: Lifestyle Brand to Open Two Hotels in China

Japanese homeware company Muji plans to extend its minimal design concept into the hospitality sector with the launch of hotels in Beijing and Shenzhen

Off-the-Radar Cities to Explore in 2018

If your new year’s resolution is to travel, you might want to follow in the tracks of Sal Lavallo, who at 27 is one of the youngest Americans to have visited all 193 U.N. member states. He recalls some favorites with Larry Bleiberg for USA TODAY

10 things that happen before a plane takes off

You're at the airport. You're ready for your airplane to take off. But first, these 10 procedures must be done before you fly

Mexico named Most Popular Cruise Destination in 2017

Mexico has had highs and lows as a tourist destination in the past decade. Still, it won the popularity contest in an end-of-year cruise trends report by CruiseCompete.com

The Travel Institute Releases First Quarter Training Schedule

From understanding the new tax laws and discovering Mexico’s hidden gems to earning top river cruise commissions and inspiring clients in a digital age, The Travel Institute’s lineup of first quarter webinars is diverse and extremely relevant to a travel agent’s livelihood and success in the new year

The First Female Governor

On this day in 1925, Wyoming seated Nellie Tayloe Ross as the governor of the state, making Ross the first woman to serve as governor of a U.S. state

The (Really) Old and New Meet in Naples

A new exhibition at the Madre contemporary art museum puts rarely seen ruins from Pompeii in contemporary confines

What Whitney Cummings Can't Travel Without

The comedian always brings an ostrich pillow, a Diptyque candle and duct tape (she explains)

Six Big Travel Questions for 2018

You may not see many final answers to these questions in 2018, but you can certainly expect the beginning of some important actions

Delta Air Lines sends its Last Boeing 747 to Arizona 'Boneyard'

The Wednesday flight from the world’s busiest airport in Atlanta to a remote salvage yard in southern Arizona marked the last time that Boeing’s 747 jumbo jet would fly for a U.S. passenger airline

The Ultimate Guide to Perth

Western Australia's easy-going capital often gets spoken about as the most isolated city in the world. This might carry some truth geographically, but the place has a bright, big-city feel that makes it seem anything but secluded

How Medellin went from Murder Capital to Hipster Holiday Destination

In 2013, Medellin was hailed as “the most innovative city in the world” by the Urban Land Institute, brimming with creative ideas for urban living, like the eco-árbol, a tree-like structure that acts as an air-purifier, and the spectacular Orquideorama for growing orchids

The One Thing You're Forgetting In Your Carry-On

While you can't bring that liter of SmartWater through TSA, you absolutely can bring the empty bottle to refill at a water fountain once you're past security

Bouncing Around Colorado Springs In The Dead Of Winter

Mention Colorado Springs and you probably think of Pikes Peak, or the Broadmoor Hotel, the historic resort nestled in the hills overlooking the city. But what happens when you take both of those out of the picture, plus most of the other tourists?

Gastroenteritis Outbreak on Sea Princess Cruise sickens 200 passengers

The Sea Princess ship was nearly finished with a two-week round trip between Brisbane and New Zealand

Airlines Could Soon Phase Out Seat-Back Screens

Looks like you'll need to provide your own entertainment. Some airlines are reportedly ditching the seatback screens that give us our in-flight entertainment as a part of a new seat designed to save money

Hot New Hotels to Check Into in 2018

Just when you thought travel couldn't get any more luxurious, the best new hotels of 2018 have seriously upped the ante around the world

Is January the Best Time to Buy your 2018 Cruise?

In cruise lingo, January is Wave Season: when many cruise lines offer special promotions. But are they really deals?

3 Cars on Amtrak Train with 311 Passengers Derail, None Hurt

Three cars on an Amtrak train carrying more than 300 passengers on a route from Miami to New York derailed in snow-covered Savannah after a fierce winter storm, but no injuries were reported

Theme Parks line up Special Events for January

January is not the dead zone it once was for Orlando-area theme parks and attractions. Here are five events for the first month of 2018

New Museums, Destinations and Openings around the U.S. in 2018

For travelers, the new year opens up a whole new world of places to go and things to do. Here are a few notable openings and events scheduled for 2018 around the U.S

6 Romantic Winter Weekend Getaways From NYC

There's no better time than winter to head out of town for a weekend of cozy quality time. Here' where to go, from a boutique lodge in the Hudson Valley to a designer spot in the Berkshires — all with spas and fireplaces galore

American Cruise Lines Announces Sponsorship of PBS’ Washington Week

American Cruise Lines is pleased to announce that it will be a national sponsor of PBS’ iconic series Washington Week, beginning this Friday, January 5th

Celestyal Cruises Announces Appointment of Gordon Dirker as Vice President, Business Deveopment – North America

Celestyal Cruises is delighted to announce the appointment of Gordon Dirker as Vice President, Business Development – North America

A Botched Arrest Foils the King

Charles I was King of England, Scotland, and Ireland in 1642. These were not happy times for the monarchy

London Tours Meant to Surprise and Entertain

From a Mini Cooper ride around town to a street art survey, new ways to see a classic city

10 of the Best Places Celebrating Anniversaries in 2018

With the year marking the 100-year anniversary of the end of World War One, many nations will mark the centenary. And there are other notable anniversaries happening too. Here are 10 to keep an eye out for

Revealed: The World's Safest (and Least Safe) Airlines for 2018

British Airways and Virgin Atlantic are among the world’s 20 safest airlines, according to an annual ranking of the world’s biggest carriers

Alaska Airlines Bans Man from Future Flights after Sexual Harassment Claim

Mike Timon, 53, told the San Diego Union-Tribune Saturday that he is being accused of touching the attendant’s buttocks while he was in first class on a flight from Portland, Ore. to San Diego the day after Christmas

Dead-of-Winter Delights, from Northern Lights to Ice Festivals

Winter has unique charms, whether it's getting cozy by a fireplace at a mountain inn or heading outdoors to a magical landscape. Here are a few ideas for shaking off the January blahs

11 Things You’ll Find in an Expert Cruiser’s Suitcase

Packing for a cruise holiday can be a challenge, especially if it’s your first time. But there are also little things you probably haven’t even thought of that can make a huge difference to your cruise experience

A Florida Wildlife Safari: Where to see Crocs, Giant Pelicans, Otters in the Wild

Go on a wildlife safari to see crocodiles in the Everglades, white pelicans in Charlotte Harbor, Key deer, manatees, otters, wild horses

January Roundup of Hot Hotel Openings

Many hotel companies are optimistic about the new year and planning several high-profile property openings. Here are a few openings that closed out the year for the industry

A Boutique Hotel in New Orleans's Garden District

The 18-room Henry Howard Hotel, a historic double-gallery townhouse, was built by the acclaimed architect Henry Howard in 1867 as a mansion for Edward Conery, a steamship owner and ship chandler, that he later bestowed to his two daughters

Inside Noelle, Nashville's New Boutique Hotel

The hotel pays homage to and preserves many of the details of the building’s first life as the 1929-built Noel Place, one of Nashville’s first luxury properties

An Insider's Guide to Charleston, According to the Cool Couple Behind This Chic New Café

Charleston has become an increasingly popular destination for its growing food scene, but Basic Kitchen stands apart with healthful, nourishing, local fare. The couple behind the café share their favorite spots in the South Carolina city

Set Sail: 4 Electronic Music Cruises to Hop Aboard

You’ll have the opportunity to interact with the DJs, participate in theme parties and enjoy the splendors of tropical islands. Grab your captain hat and set sail with these parties that never stop

Nine Exotic Celebrity Travel Destinations You Can Also Visit

Exodus Travels has been keeping a close eye on the social media accounts of celebrities and offers travel suggestions or itineraries and tours for those planning to follow in the footsteps of the famous. Here are nine other Exodus celebrity tracking results

Is It Safe to Travel to the 2018 Winter Olympics in South Korea?

With tensions rising between the U.S. and North Korea, here's what travelers need to know

The Best Travel Tips of 2017, From People Who Do it For a Living

From finding the best flight playlists to keeping track of lost luggage, our most experienced travelers share their tried and true advice

The March of Dimes

In the early part of the 20th century, polio killed or paralyzed thousands of Americans

A Cuban Island That Has Played Both Paradise and Prison

The Isle of Youth — which has been both a Communist Utopian getaway and home to a brutal prison that housed Castro for a time — is a world apart, even by Cuban standards

The Best Museum Exhibits in the U.S. this Winter

The post-holiday chill can make your get-healthy New Year’s resolution more daunting. If you consider walking through a museum a good form of exercise though, you’ll kill two birds with one stone by visiting these travel-worthy exhibits across the country

What's Missing From Your Hotel Room

Many of the newer hotels, in an effort to conserve space, have replaced regular doors that close and lock with sliding doors that neither lock nor fully close. So what else did they take away when you weren't looking?

Preview: The Hottest New Cruise Ships of 2018

New cruise vessels coming in 2018 include ships from Royal Caribbean, Carnival, Norwegian, Seabourn and Holland America

10 Of The Best Amsterdam Hotels

The last few years have seen a wave of new hotels arriving in the city, seriously expanding the range of interesting options to stay within – and, most encouragingly, beyond – the well-trodden cobbled streets of its immediate historic core

2017 was the Safest Year in History for Passengers around World, Research Shows

The Dutch-based aviation consultancy, To70, has released its Civil Aviation Safety Review for 2017. It reports only two fatal accidents, both involving small turbo-prop aircraft, with a total of 13 lives lost

10 Reasons to Visit Edinburgh in 2018

There’s more to Edinburgh than the Festival, Fringe and Hogmanay, especially in 2018. Here are a few more reasons to visit one of the world’s most popular city break destinations

Festivals to Combat Cabin Fever

New Englanders have a long history of gathering to laugh in winter’s icy face. Here are some winter festivals to keep your smile frozen in place

5 Ways to Save Money for your Dream Vacation in 2018

Don't let finances stand in your way of traveling the world. Instead, follow these easy steps to save up

The New Face of Bangkok's Hotel Scene

Local entrepreneurs are presenting an alternative way to see their city—one that’s personal and protective of history even as voracious development destroys one heritage site after the next

In Historical Lyon, This Emerging Neighborhood Is the Future of France

Between the Rhone and Saone rivers, the Confluence district is aesthetically unlike anywhere else in Lyon, or even Paris

Teterboro Airport: Steeped in Glamour, History and Noise

The New Jersey airport, once a source of pride for the region, has recently fallen out of favor among neighbors who call it dangerous and noisy. Its loyalists say it is an underappreciated gem

Mechanical Issue on American Airlines Flight Sends 4 to Hospital

An American Airlines flight scheduled to depart Boston for Charlotte, N.C., was forced to return to the gate on Monday following reports of an odd odor

First Cruise Stop in Dominica since Hurricane Maria

On Thursday, the Nature Island welcomed SY Sea Cloud II of Sea Cloud Cruises, which anchored ay Purple Turtle Beach in Portsmouth

In 2018, Satisfy Your Soul AND Follow These Travel Resolutions

As the new year promises to bring new opportunities and chances of exploration, I thought to fix my resolutions in a way that I can follow them in my best capacities and satiate my wanderlust. Here are my travel resolutions for 2018

Nixon Enacts National Speed Limit

On January 2, 1974, President Richard M. Nixon signed the Emergency Highway Energy Conservation Act, stipulating a national maximum speed limit

TAP Air Portugal, named Best Airline in Europe for Seventh Consecutive Year, to Serve Florence Starting June 10

Florence will be TAP’s fifth Italian destination served from Lisbon, joining Rome, Bologna, Milan and Venice

Visiting Windsor Before the Royal Wedding: A Guide

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will wed this spring just outside London, but why wait for the crowds to descend to soak up the royal atmosphere?

Lake Como for a New Generation of Cool Kids

Long a playground for Hollywood stars of a certain age, Lake Como is trying to attract a younger, hipper crowd

The Best New Airport Amenities of 2017

The 2017 airport amenity honor roll includes a fresh batch of amenities, services and special events introduced and embraced by both airports and airlines who proved themselves to be both enthusiastic and creative in the quest to better serve air travelers on the ground

Zimbabwean Family Stranded for Months at Bangkok Airport

The family of four adults and four children under 11 arrived in Bangkok in May, but have since refused to return to Zimbabwe, citing fears that they will be persecuted

Why You Should Visit St Helena, Home to the 'World's Most Useless Airport'

'Hikers and old people' have traditionally visited St Helena, but the island's first airport is opening it up to a new type of traveller

Understanding REAL ID Rules for Domestic Flights in 2018

If you're worried about whether your driver's license is compliant with new REAL ID requirements for domestic air travel, you can relax for now

Disney's Toy Story Land Looms Large in 2018 Theme Park News

If you're planning ahead to spring and summer trips, and your family loves theme parks, you';ll want to know about some of the new rides and attractions debuting in the new year

15 Reasons Why St Lucia is the Perfect Caribbean Island

There are islands for history buffs, naturalists, night owls and lovers of luxury. St Lucia offers a little of everything, making it the perfect option for first-time visitors to the region

Why an 'Art Therapy' Retreat in Greece is the Perfect Antidote to Life in the 21st Century

Each day starts with a gentle outdoor yoga class, suitable for all levels including beginners, and led by empathetic Eleni Blazaki, a local teacher

Hotel Lungarno is Artfully Re-Done

When your hotel is owned by the very well-connected Salvatore Ferragamo family of Florence, arrangements for bespoke guest experiences can be made

Come On. Do I REALLY Need Trip Insurance?

Tour operators and cruise lines push travel insurance for a reason. If something happens to keep you from traveling, insurance is your only option for getting a refund. And no, they won't just reschedule you on another trip

Carly Rae Jepsen To Play Carnival Cruise Ship

The multi-platinum singer/songwriter will put on a free concert on Carnival's 3,006-passenger Carnival Splendor in February, the line announced Wednesday

How to Take a Cruise With Your S.O. and Not Break Up Halfway Through

That's a lot of togetherness in a small space. Here's how to get through that trip with your relationship intact

In 2018, More College Towns Will Get Bespoke Hotels

Graduate Hotels intends to capture collegiate spirit and local vibes. Over the next two years, the brand will open new outposts in Bloomington, New Haven, Providence, Seattle, Iowa City, and New York's Roosevelt Island

How to Stay on aPprivate Lake in the Lake District

Being chauffer-driven down to the 'Lake House' of the Gilpin Lodge Spa hotel in a Royal family-esque Land Rover is as clear message as any that this is not your average Lake District hotel

Massacre at Wounded Knee

After years of the United States seizing Native American lands and forcing tribes onto reservations, as well as treaty provisions that were never honored, came to a head on December 29, 1890 at Wounded Knee

36 Hours in Vienna

Far from just a time capsule of imperial palaces and fin-de-siècle flourishes, this multicultural metropolis of 1.8 million has long been at the crossroads of cultures

Honeymoon Guide: 10 Stunning All-Inclusive Resorts around the World

No matter the destination, an all-inclusive resort takes the worries out of travel — that is, if you pick a top-notch spot

Passengers on Royal Caribbean Cruise Ships to Pay Higher Gratuity Fees in 2018

With the increase, a family of four will pay more than $400 in automatic gratuities on a typical seven-night cruise — one of the highest levies in the business

Jordan: The Quirkiest Destination in the Middle East

Although seated between Syria, Israel, Iraq and Saudi Arabia, Jordan is an oasis of peace in a noisy neighbourhood. It’s not only safe and easy to enter (with a visa on arrival), but it has a quirky array of activities found nowhere elsewhere in the Middle East

2017 in Travel: Everything that Didn't Happen from Stranded Tourists to a Plummeting Pound

At the end of a year it’s traditional to look back and reflect on key events. As we all approach the frontier between 2017 and 18, though, consider instead what could have happened — but, thankfully, didn’t

As Airline Rules Relax under Trump, Here’s a Survival Guide to Flying in 2018

The leash is off for the major carriers, and they'll be out to bite you like never before. But you can make next year's vacation (relatively) free of surprises and headaches

From Malta to Minneapolis, a Look at Where to Go in 2018

hey include designated culture capitals, places hosting sporting events and even a couple of cities — San Antonio, Texas, and New Orleans — celebrating their 300th birthdays

41 Things we Learned about Travel in 2017, from the Secret Handrail on a Plane to the Best View in Tuscany

The sun sets on another year in travel - but what have we learnt?

Is Airbus about to Pull the Plug on the World's Biggest Passenger Plane?

After talks broke down at the Dubai Air Show in December, it is understood Airbus is now establishing plans for shutting down production of the A380

Exhibit Explores the History of China's First Emperor

The discovery in China of an underground army of nearly 8,000 life-size terracotta soldiers is considered one of the greatest archaeological finds of the 20th century

The World's Top 5 New Ski Hotels

This year there are five important debuts for winter sports lovers, at various price points and styles, and all just opened this month

Swiss Cruise Ship Collides with Motorway Bridge in Germany

At least 25 people have been injured after a Swiss cruise ship carrying 129 passengers crashed into a motorway bridge in Germany, local media report

Luxurious Igloo Hotels Where You'll Want to Chill This Winter

Igloo hotels are a must visit for winter travelers everywhere. From Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort to Whitepod in Switzerland, here are the best, iciest accommodations

Peaks and Froths: Five Wild UK Walks with a Classic Pub

The best winter hikes end up in a warm, cosy pub. The author of Wild Pub Walks picks five glorious trails that will end in beer

16 Things to Do in Hokkaido, Japan

Hokkaido, Japan's northernmost main island, has some of the best food and scenery in the country

Ethiopian Airlines Operates First All-Female Flight Crew In Africa

The flight from Addis Ababa in Ethiopia to Lagos in Nigeria was (wo)manned entirely by women, from pilots to cabin crew, check-in staff to flight dispatchers on the ground, reports This Is Africa

World's First Commercial Movie Screened

On the 28th of December in 1895, history was made at a the Salon Indien du Grand Café in Paris

There Is a Water Crisis in Cape Town. Travelers Should Be Prepared (and Can Help).

Visitors will be alerted to the need for conservation when they land at the airport. The city and hotels are encouraging sustainable practices

10 Bargain Destinations for 2018

Cities around the world that are currently trending in the right direction for budget fare hunters, and why you might want to visit them in 2018

How to Stay Safe in Your 2018 Travels

You can take the right precautions and make smart plans that'll keep you safe on the road, no matter where you go

Seabourn Cruise Line Brings Free Upgrades, On-Board Credits

Luxury line Seabourn is out with a promotion that brings free upgrades and other perks with new bookings

The Ultimate Guide to New Delhi

Tourists don't usually stop long in New Delhi, continuing on to the Taj Mahal just four hours away, or Varanasi a little further to the east. But the Indian capital is having a moment. With world-class restaurants opening, luxury hotels popping up and a burgeoning creative scene, it's definitely worth a few days of your time

Disney Resorts add New Security Policy, removes 'Do Not Disturb' Signs from Rooms

The markers have been swapped out for “Room Occupied” signs that will alert maintenance and staff that guests are currently in their rooms, but will not stop Disney staff from coming in

What to Do in January to Save on Airfare All Year

Unless you’re scrambling to make last-minute holiday plans, the next trip you take will be in 2018. And unless you have a good reason to wait, it’s almost time to start booking it, too

Blind Travelers can Get Around an Airport More Easily with New App

Using Bluetooth technology, the free “Indoor Explorer” function of the existing Nearby Explorer app transforms a smartphone into an audio guide that can tell users exactly where they are in the airport and guide them — turn by turn, step by step

Wine Country Hotels: Healdsburg's Camellia Inn

The Camellia Inn comes by its name honestly. More than 80 camellia plants flower in the gardens of this peach-hued Victorian inn, just a couple of blocks from the town square in Healdsburg, Calif

Catch a Wave in 2018

As we round out the last days of 2017, it is time to look forward to 2018. And for cruisers, that means that now is a great time to plan for that midwinter getaway to somewhere warm and sunny

What's Ahead for Hotel Guests in 2018? Probably more Resort Fees.

With pressure to squeeze even more profit from customers, you don't have to be an industry insider to see where this is going

Ecuador is a Bird-Watcher's Paradise

You don’t have to be a hardcore bird-watcher to be mesmerized by the dazzling display of hummingbirds and various other tropical birds that swarm to the feeders at the Jocotoco reserves

A Guide to Aspen This Winter: New Haunts and Local Favorites

If you're heading to Aspen this winter (with 2017 marking the 50th anniversary of Snowmass, it's a great time to visit), here's a guide to some of the best spots to eat, stay, and play, from classic to brand-new

See the Small World within this Carlsbad Museum of Miniature Engineering

The Miniature Engineering Craftsmanship Museum in Carlsbad is novel and quirky – and proof that good things come in small packages

The Best New England Mountains to Ring In the New Year

From mountaintop fireworks and torchlight ski parades to ballroom galas and beer-tastings, we’ve rounded up some New England mountain spots where you can kick this year to the curb

Plane Returns to LAX after Flying with Wrong Passenger for Hours

Chrissy Teigen and other Tokyo-bound passengers ended up right where they started after eight hours of flying: Los Angeles

The Grand Opening of Radio City Music Hall

On December 27, 1932, in the midst of the turmoil of the Great Depression, thousands of Americans still turned out for the opening of the Radio City Music Hall in New York City

Bed, Board and Beyond: Hotels Venture Into Entertainment

Bowling alleys, theaters, music venues, radio studios: Hotels go beyond the basics as they take on the role of entertainment hub

7 Stopovers that Make Adding a Day (or More) to Your Trip Worthwhile

Travelers with ambitious travel plans may find new multicity routes at bargain rates that may make a layover worthwhile. International airlines are adding free stopovers and other incentives to many popular routes

Travel Year In Review: Mother Nature Strikes Back

From devastating hurricanes to the retirement of the most famous plane of the jet age, 2017 was an action-packed year for travelers

Could These Three New Airlines Shake Up U.S. Travel?

None of the new airlines servicing North America are based in the U.S. That may be about to change, with these new hopefuls on the horizon

Shangri La Hotel Abu Dhabi: The Five-Star Hotel With The Best Views Of The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

The Shangri-La Hotel Qaryat Al Beri has its own claim to fame: it has the best view of the mosque in the whole of Abu Dhabi. It is the only hotel with a front-on view, in fact – and it is stunning

Frankfurt on the Fly: A Long Layover Allows for a Walking Tour of the German City

Spending eight hours in an airport would strain the patience of most adults, let alone a 7-year-old. So I was thrilled when I discovered Frankfurt on Foot, a local company that counts a layover tour among its walking offerings

The Surprising Reasons Behind the Colour of Your Passport

Approaching immigration control, have you ever wondered why your passport, and the passports of those around you, are the colours that they are?

10 Reasons Why Kazakhstan Should Be On Your Travel Wishlist for 2018

Britons hoping to visit Kazakhstan can do so without a visa for another year, it has been confirmed. So what does the country, best known as the home of Sacha Baron Cohen's fictional character Borat, have to offer?

Getting up to Speed in the Kenyan Village of Iten

Iten, Kenya, is 215 miles northwest of Nairobi, overlooking a vast green quilt of farmland and forest below

Pregnant Subway Riders in Tokyo can Request a Seat with their Phones

Using the popular messaging app Line, pregnant riders on the Tokyo subway now request fellow passengers to give up their seats

'Star Wars' Locations That Actually Exist

In a galaxy far, far away? 'Star Wars' filming locations are just a plane ride away. Here are places you can actually visit from Iceland to Tunisia

7 Best Boutique Hotels in Las Vegas

Sin City hotel rooms set the scene for all that happens in Las Vegas, whether it stays there or not. See seven of the best boutique hotels

How Cruise Lines Are Faring, and What Passengers Have to Say, After Hurricanes Hit Caribbean

Cruise lines canceled and rerouted some cruise itineraries, but are nearly back to normal in time for the holiday season

9 Ways to Make your Cruise Ship's Cabin Seem More Spacious

With a little forethought, savvy passengers can take a page out of an interior designer's guidebook and create some magic in their staterooms, according to a recent CruiseCritic.com article. Here are some suggestions

Walk the North Kent Marshes – While the Solitude Lasts

The Hoo peninsula between the Thames and Medway estuaries has a rough-edged beauty, a landscape rich in history and a thriving bird reserve

The First Gorilla Born in Captivity

The baby, Colo, was 4 pounds and the daughter of two Western Lowland gorillas captured in French Cameroon. When gorillas were captured in the wild, they were often taken young enough to be reared by humans, and their parents and families were killed

36 Hours in Manchester, England

A visit here becomes an exercise in peeling back layers of sooty, hard-working history to arrive at a shinier, bustling and hopeful present

Facial Scans at U.S. Airports Violate Americans' Privacy, Report Says

The Homeland Security Department is grappling with trying to catch foreigners who are illegally in the United States without trampling privacy rights

Is That Seat Taken? Southwest Airlines Seat-Savers Drive Some Passengers Crazy

Despite repeated gripes about seat saving, the airline says it has no plans to create a policy that condones or forbids the practice

Best Last-Minute Christmas Getaways for all Budgets

There's still time to get the hell out of dodge this festive season, with last-minute holidays on offer and even some seasonal deals to be found. Here are some of the best

What's Ahead for Hotel Guests in 2018?

No one knows what 2018 will bring, of course, but that isn’t stopping anyone from making predictions. Regardless of what happens, the takeaway is clear: Be on the lookout for surprises

Expert: New Route may have Distracted Engineer before Crash

Experts say it’s possible the engineer on an Amtrak train that derailed as it hurtled into a curve at more than twice the speed limit was distracted for an extended period of time before the train plunged off an overpass and onto a busy interstate, a key factor in the investigation

Cape Verde: The African Islands that the Whole World Wants to Visit

As a holiday destination, Cape Verde has plenty to recommend it. It’s a year-round sun spot with alluring beaches, volcanic hiking routes, and a lively music scene, not to mention direct flights from the UK at under six hours

New Year's Eve Flight Jets Around the World 'Twice' in 24 Hours

On New Year’s Eve, PrivateFly will charter an aircraft from Sydney, Australia to Honolulu, effectively allowing passengers to ring in 2018 not once, but twice

Tips for a Non-Touristy Visit to Versailles

A trip to the Château de Versailles -- just 12 miles southwest of Paris -- is not to be missed. To make the most of your visit, follow our handy guide

Checking In: Toronto's Bisha Is No Ordinary Boutique Hotel

Toronto’s sexy new Bisha Hotel reflects the midnight mood and downtown edge of the city’s electric entertainment district

Dallas Done Right: Where to Eat, Drink, Stay, and Play in the Texas City

A travel guide to Dallas, Texas's third-largest city, including all the best restaurants, hotels, and concert venues for your trip

These Ultra-VIP Services Are the New Frontier for a Less Stressful Airport Experience

Thanks to a range of new luxury airport services, travel this holiday season doesn’t have to be like The Hunger Games—it can actually be an enjoyable, relaxing experience

Deadly Mexico Tour Bus Crash Sparks Concerns over Safety of Cruise Line-Sanctioned Excursions

The bus was reportedly carrying passengers from two Royal Caribbean cruise liners — the Celebrity Equinox and the Serenade of the Seas — when it flipped over on a two-lane highway, landing on its side

Cruises: Glockenspiel Class hits High Note on High Seas

Glockenspiel class is the latest thing aboard the Ruby Princess, a ship that measures 68 feet longer than the Titanic and sails back and forth between Los Angeles and Mexico every week until they run out of forks

Preferred Hotels to Expand Next Year

Preferred Hotels AND Resorts, one of the largest independent hotel brands in the world, will launch 14 new properties next year. The properties will be located from Houston and Charleston to Shanghai and Vienna

Pan Am Flight 103

On December 21, 1988, Pan Am Flight 103 exploded en route from London to New York in Scotland airspace

How This Man tricked TripAdvisor into Listing his Shed as London's No. 1-Rated Restaurant

Oobah Butler built so much hype with his totally fake restaurant that people around the world called trying to get reservations

An Ancient Egyptian City Stays Vibrant

Alexandria, which has reinvented itself frequently over the centuries, still delights — and provides great deals for travelers, too

Five Places to Go in Milan

One of the hottest areas of Milan is Piazza Gae Aulenti, a futuristic-looking square with a fountain at its center. The piazza and the area surrounding it are where in-the-know Milanese head to check out the tasteful shops, buzzy restaurants and cafes

The Best Things to Do in Oslo

With dense forest less than 30 minutes from the city centre, world-class museums, the hip Grünerløkka district and restaurants serving Nordic and international cuisine, there’s something for everyone in Oslo, from sports lovers to shopaholics

The Quest for Cosiness: Nine Alternative Destinations for Hygge this Winter

It might be twee, at best, and cringe-worthy at worst, but it's hard to argue with the appeal of all things warm and comforting, especially at Christmas. With this in mind, Telegraph Travel highlights nine ways to enjoy it, both home and abroad

The Dutch City that's More like Dubai

Rotterdam is like Disneyland for architecture geeks. When you visit, you'll likely go home and wonder why our cities can't be a little more like this

Indiana Hotel Reportedly Charges Woman $350 For Bad Review

A woman in Indiana said she was stunned after she posted a negative review about her bad experience at a hotel — and promptly got an extra $350 charge and a threat of legal action

The Luxury Hotel in a Cabin: Norway's Fordypningsrommet

How do you squeeze a luxury hotel resort into a cabin? Norway's Fordypningsrommet, on the remote northern island of Fleinvær, has come up with the answer -- "deconstructing" everything you'd want from high-end accommodation into a cluster of beautiful buildings scattered across an outstanding Arctic landscape

Atlanta Power Outage Highlights the Problem of Aging U.S. Airports

A power outage in Atlanta led to the cancellation of more than 1,500 flights. Serious problems like that could become more common if airports don't modernize

MIA May be Stressful, But it's Not as Bad as These Airports during Holiday Travel

We love to complain about Miami International Airport. But we’ve been complaining too much, according to a new study of the most stressful U.S. airports during the holiday travel season by InsureMyTrip Research, a Rhode Island-based authority on travel insurance

A Beloved Santa-Themed Kiddie Park has Reopened in Vermont

Dave Haversat visited Santa’s Land a dozen times growing up and dreamed of owning it. The 1950s-era park closed several years ago, but Haversat bought it earlier this year and reopened it. Located in a grove of evergreens on 42 acres, the park reopened in late November with a train ride, holiday dioramas, painted cottages, a kiddie slide, toddler car rides and a carousel

Unpacking Travellers' Frequently Asked Questions about Flying with Luggage

Why are overhead bins so small? Why do ramp workers toss your bags around? And more

Carnival Cruise to New Caledonia: Fun for the Whole Family

We road-test a Pacific Islands cruise aboard Carnival Line’s Legend and discover a packed itinerary of fun for all ages. Here’s a family-friendly guide to getting the most out of your trip

MSC Seaside to Begin Florida Cruising this Week

MSC Seaside is set for its Miami debut on Thursday with a naming ceremony featuring godmother Sophia Loren and celebrities Dan Marino, Mario Lopez, Ricky Martin and Andrea Bocelli

A 'Pod Hotel' beloved by Millennial Travelers is Making One of North America's most Luxurious Ski Resorts Accessible to anyone

The Pangea Pod Hotel — opening in spring of 2018 — is hoping to attract a different kind of tourist to the heart of Whistler with its shared spaces, promised low rates, and tiny private sleeping pods

Boeing to Unveil Mystery Plane that will 'Change the Future of Air Power'

The secret aircraft has a ‘Batmobile’ style, according to a teaser video posted on Twitter of the plane by Phantom Works, Boeing’s advanced design division, which has focussed on several highly classified projects

What Holiday Travel Really Does to Your Body

To help combat all the tolls that holiday travel takes on your body, we talked to medical experts to guide us through the medical menaces of holiday travel and to share advice on how to overcome these potential obstacles

The Berlin Wall Opens For The First Time

On this day in 1963, communist East Germany and the republic of West Germany came to an agreement to allow the wall between the two halves of the country to be opened

Pearl Seas Concludes Fall Cuba Season with Glowing Passenger Testimonials

Pearl Seas Cruises is pleased to announce a successful conclusion to the fall Cuba season. The final 2017 Cuba Cultural Voyage aboard Pearl Mist concludes December 22nd and the Line is happy to report that all the 2017 Cuba sailings have been a smashing success–further evidenced by an abundance of glowing passenger testimonials

In the California Desert: Vast Darkness, Vibrant Music, an Oasis

In Wonder Valley, the silence makes its own kind of noise. And Twentynine Palms makes its own kind of music

A Guide to (Somewhat) Painless Christmas Travel

It's the busiest holiday travel season in years, but don't go canceling Christmas just yet. Here are some ways to avoid the bustle

24-hour Flash Sale: JetBlue Fares as Low as $39 One Way; Routes Limited

JetBlue rolled out a 24-hour flash sale Tuesday morning that dropped round-trip fares below $150 on dozens of the carrier's non-stop routes

Amtrak Train Derailment: What Happened, and Why are Rail Tragedies Common in the US?

An express train has derailed south of Seattle, Washington. Our travel correspondent tackles some of the key questions

10 Reasons Why You Should Visit Paris In 2018

There is a new optimism in the air in the French capital and with a proliferation of new bars, top exhibitions and the reopening of several fine hotels, there's never been a better time to hop across the Channel

The 10 Solo Adventures You Must Tackle In Your Lifetime, According To Levison Wood

The British explorer suggests 10 daring trips to do on your own in 2018

8 U.S. Vacations That Feel Like You’re Abroad—If Only For A Weekend

Prepare for an adventure, but leave your passport at home. We’ve teamed up with Hilton to devise a list of eight destinations within the continental U.S.—all doable over a long weekend—that’ll make you feel like you’ve escaped to a foreign land … without any of the jet lag

Race Tracks and Drones that Dive are Coming to Cruise Ships in 2018

Robot bartenders and thrill slides are so last year. Soon, passengers on cruise ships will be zooming electric cars around the largest racetrack at sea, playing outdoor laser tag at night, and spotting marine life with diving drones

Alaska Airlines Slashes Ticket Prices After Amtrak Derailment

The decision to cut fares was made in response to the tragic Monday morning Amtrak train derailment that claimed at least three lives

First Look: Star Wars: Secrets of the Empire VR Attraction at Disney Springs

Virtual-reality experience called Star Wars: Secrets of the Empire has debuted at Disney Springs. The attraction, presented by a company called the Void, will help fanboys and others get their stormtrooper on

Record 27 Cruise Ships will be Launched in 2018

Cruising continues to be popular, says the Cruise Lines International Assn., which estimates more than 27 million people will take a cruise in 2018

Viejas Unveils Details, sets Opening Date for New Hotel

Among the next-gen hospitality offerings are an Amazon Alexa in every suite and a reinvention of the traditional hotel check-in/check-out model, with guests choosing their own arrival and departure times

Mandarin Oriental To Open Second London Hotel

The famously extravagant Mandarin Oriental group has unveiled plans for its second hotel in London: a West End outpost to complement the group’s well-established Knightsbridge property

Thrilling Hikes Alongside Face-Sized Spiders in Taiwan's Version of Yosemite

Taroko National Park, about three hours’ drive south of Taipei on the east coast, is one of the island’s most scenic patches of wilderness

Suite Spot: Mountain Shadows, Arizona

A discreet haven for Hollywood types in the 1960s, the golf course resort outside Scottsdale eventually lost its luster and closed in 2004. Now a $100 million rebuild by the developers behind nearby Hotel Valley Ho and the Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain has restored the star quality, if not the stars

Your Boarding Pass Does Contain Information About You, but Whether It Can be Used for Evil is Another Question

You read from time to time that paper boarding passes contain lots of secret information. There is information, but not top-secret stuff

Tammy Levent and Kevin Harrington Team Up for New Consumer Travel Segment, Just Go Trav!

Just Go Trav is a four-minute vignette that introduces viewers to new destinations, travel trends and resort packages

Poor Richard's Almanack

Benjamin Franklin was a statesman, an inventor, a patriot and a founding father of the United States

A Stylish Seattle Hotel Whose Location Can't Be Beat

For proximity to Seattle's greatest hits, it doesn't get much better than the 12-story Seattle Thompson, just a few blocks from the Puget Sound waterfront

Giant Ships, New Destinations: The Biggest Cruise Stories Of 2017

From the unveiling of one of the biggest passenger ships ever to the debut of the first weekly sailings from the USA to Cuba in decades, it was another year of milestones in the cruise industry

Hot Vacation Rental Trend: Renovated Barns

According to HomeAway booking data, one of the biggest trends in 2017 was the growth of barns as vacation rentals, with a 55% surge over 2016. Take a look inside the top 12 barns, many of them striking architectural renovations, for rent on HomeAway in the slideshow above

Staffing Issue: Delta's last Boeing 747 Round-trip Pushed Back

The carrier’s last regularly scheduled U.S. departure of its Boeing 747-400 jumbo jet had been scheduled for Sunday afternoon to Seoul, South Korea. But a last-minute crew issue got in the way, pushing the 747's final U.S. departure back by a day

7 Zen-Inducing Weekend Destinations For Health And Wellness Travelers

To truly unwind, sometimes you need to get away from all the reminders and distractions of daily life. That’s why we’ve teamed up with Hilton to highlight seven escapes that are all about unwinding away from home

More Than 300 Passengers Get Nasty Stomach Bug On Royal Caribbean Cruise

This is the second time in less than one month that hundreds of cruise passengers have fallen ill on one of Royal Caribbean's ships

Atlanta Airport Aftermath: It Could be Days before Affected Passengers find Open Seats, Expert says

Power may have been restored to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, but that doesn't mean travelers should expect to be going anywhere too soon

Finding Soul of Havana on Music-Themed Journey of Cuban Capital

Think Cuba, and much of what comes to mind is rhythm – the beats of the Buena Vista Social Club and bodies swaying to sensual salsa, son, rumba and danzon. It's little wonder, then, that InsightCuba's Jazz in Havana tour struck me as the perfect entree to this Caribbean island

Colombia's Salt Cathedral is a Pillar of Spiritual Strength

Hollowed out of the middle of this mountain and 600 feet below our feet lay our destination: the magnificent Salt Cathedral of Zipaquira

How to Master the Delicate Art of the Do-Nothing Winter Vacation

What if a person wants to go somewhere wintry, and do . . . nothing? Thanks to the destinations below, you can do all that and less while wrapped in the lap of luxury

9 Reasons Why You Should Go to Japan's Mie Prefecture

When it's time to leave behind the bustling cities of Tokyo and Kyoto, Japan's Mie Prefecture offers a less touristy alternative for the traveler who wants to dive a little deeper into Japanese culture

A Weekend in Copenhagen Is Full of Possibility

With Scandinavian Airlines now flying direct from six major airports in the US, it’s easier than ever to spend a weekend in Copenhagen. When you wake up refreshed on Friday morning after the overnight flight, use our guide as you peruse the city

Henn-Na Hotel: What it's Like to Stay in a Japanese Hotel Staffed Entirely by Robots

It looks like it really is the future, too – Henn-na already has two sibling hotels in Japan, with 10 more slated by the end of next year, including six in Tokyo. Owners H.I.S. Hotels plan to build 100 within the next five years

Holiday Travel Tips: How to Avoid Headaches at the Airport

If you’ll be hopping on an airplane to travel during the holiday season, be prepared for longer lines at terminals and jam-packed flights

How to Find Travel Deals During the Holidays

During holiday season, timing can be more important than ever. Wait too long and you could be stuck with a higher price. Book too early, and you'll miss the best rates

The President Takes A Wife

President Woodrow Wilson was the last President of the United States to become a widower while in office when his wife died of Bright's Disease

Cairo, Vibrant and Budget-Friendly, Is Ready Again for the World Stage

The Egyptian capital is as engaging as ever — and is a particularly great destination for bargain seekers

New Tools and Tours for Solo Travelers

As more people explore the world on their own, travel companies are beginning to find more meaningful ways to serve them

Carnival Fascination is Latest Cruise Ship to Get a Makeover

Carnival on Thursday announced that its 23-year-old, 2,056-passenger Carnival Fascination would undergo a significant overhaul in dry dock in February

Virgin Trains Strike causes Cancellations and Disruption across the Rail Network

Virgin Trains passengers at its London terminus, Euston, are facing disruption on the busiest day of the week due to a strike by on-board and station staff belonging to the RMT and TSSA unions. The stoppage is part of a dispute over fairness relative to drivers’ employment terms; the unions it call “a fight for workplace justice and equality”

2018 New Routes: 12 Incredible Destinations that Just Became Easier to Visit

The world gets smaller and smaller every year as our friendly pan-global airlines stretch their reach further and further across the planet. And 2018 will be no different with a host of carriers serving the UK announcing new flight routes to woo British travellers

Simple, Easy, Cheap: So Many Good Reasons To Snowshoe

Snowshoeing is a simple, easy, inexpensive way to enjoy nature in the winter. These winter wonderland hikes will get you on your feet for some fresh air, exercise, and fun

New Orleans, Hold the Bourbon

Unless you’re in New Orleans for an epic hen party, or Mardi Gras, Bourbon Street is a place that is best sipped rather than gulped. Step away from Bourbon Street, and a trip to New Orleans can be a spiritual, magical experience

Boutique Hotel with Rooftop Bar will Open in Historic Indy Building

San Francisco-based Kimpton said the hotel will open in 2020 in this 100-plus-year-old Odd Fellows Building, on the northeast corner of Washington and Pennsylvania streets

U.S. National Parks to Slash Number of Free Days for Visitors

After waiving fees 16 days in 2016 and 10 days in 2017, the National Park Service announced Tuesday that it will have four no-cost days next year

City Slickers will find More than rRdin' and Ropin' on a Weekend Escape to an Arizona Dude Ranch

The welcoming Rancho de los Caballeros in Wickenburg, Ariz., soothes visitors with prickly pear margaritas, a spa and labyrinth, and an 18-hole golf course. And for those who must saddle up, there

Hotels Add 'Panic Buttons' to Protect Housekeepers From Creepy Guests

Hotels are under new scrutiny when it comes to keeping their employees safe at work, even when the threat don’t come from other workers. Since 2013, New York City housekeepers in all unionized hotels have been equipped with panic buttons that summon help

Oceania Cruises Is Best Cruise Line For Foodies

Oceania Cruises has figured out the way to anyone's heart is through their stomach. And as such, it has carved an impressive niche in the cruise business by offering the best cuisine at sea

Orlando International Airport Expects 3 Million Passengers This Holiday

Airport officials expect nearly 3 million passengers — up 7 percent from the same time last year — for the winter holiday travel season. Airport officials announced the holiday forecast during a press conference Thursday

Why Airlines Shouldn't Have Dress Codes

On any train, bus or plane, you will encounter a colourful range of attire. Not all of it may coincide with your personal taste, but who cares? Evidently, some premium passengers on Qantas

The 11 Most Uplifting Travel Stories of 2017

As 2017 draws to a close, we wanted to highlight some bright spots from the year. Here, 11 feel-good moments that remind us why we love traveling so much

The Premiere of Gone With the Wind

Gone With The Wind premiered in Atlanta, Georgia on December 15, 1939

36 Hours in Cork, Ireland (and Beyond)

Don't overlook Ireland's second city, with its many churches, pubs, local beers and an increasingly diverse array of restaurants

Say it With a Smile: The World's Happiest Airports

Passengers registered their feelings with smiley buttons at HappyOrNot terminals around the world. So which airports have the happiest users

Thousands of Passengers Affected by Niki Airline's Grounding

The airline ceased flight operations Thursday. Hopes for a swift rescue of Niki, a division of bankrupt Air Berlin, were dashed Wednesday when Lufthansa dropped its bid for the airline following resistance from the European Commission

United Airlines will Fly to Tahiti

With the new service to Papeete, United would become the only U.S. airline to fly non-stop to French Polynesia from the U.S. mainland

Seven Things Not to Do at Hotel Checkout

Checking out of a hotel seems like a simple enough process, but it can sometimes trip up even experienced travelers

Exploring Florida's Panhandle, Campground by Campground

For a taste of the seasons without the inconvenience of snow, go no farther than Florida's Panhandle, especially during the autumn and winter months as snowbirds and tourists gravitate toward Central and South Florida

9 Super-Chic Airbnbs Owned by Interior Designers, From Savannah to Ojai

When it comes to booking travel, it generally stands that you first choose the location, then your accommodations. If there ever was a reason to buck convention and do the opposite, we’ve got it for you—in the form of nine swoon-worthy designer-owned Airbnbs

Six Ways to Drink Like a Local on Vacation

Going to bars where locals imbibe isn’t just about drinking, said Camille Ralph Vidal, the Global Brand Ambassador for the French elderflower liqueur St-Germain. “You’ll also get to mingle with the people who live in town and get a feel for the destination’s night life,” she said

The Island Proving that the Caribbean is Open for Business post-hurricane Irma

Touring the island now, it’s hard to believe any hurricane has been near the place. With the exception of a few top-less palm trees, the long white beaches are as enticing as ever

Crystal River Cruises Debuts New Shore Excursions

The excursions, which Crystal says focus on authenticity, are designed for smaller group sizes -- no more than 15 people per tour. More than 200 included excursions will be available to passengers beginning with the line's 2018 and 2019 voyages along the Danube, Rhine and Main rivers

This Incredibly Nerdy Fan Cruise Has Inspired an Entire Subculture

The JoCo, which helps support the “geeks doing good” charity Worldbuilders, first sailed as a 375-person group mostly made up of subscribers from Coulton's newsletter. The group gathered on a pre-existing Holland America voyage from Fort Lauderdale to the Western Caribbean

Resort offers Four-Day Swiss Alps Ski Trip for Families

Alpinda Gstaad offers a package for two adults and one or two children that includes lessons and passes as well as meals and access to the spa area

Renderings Reveal New Hotel Coming to Navy Pier

A massive new hotel proposed for the east end of Navy Pier could break ground as soon as next month, according to a Chicago-based developer

How to Be a Better Traveler: Tips From 2017

This year, the Travel section covered a variety of topics to help you save time, money and your sanity while on the road

Walk off Holiday Calories on these Lowland Winter Hikes not far from Seattle

When others have hung up their boots for the winter, there’s a good chance you’ll find solitude, even on popular trails. Here are some good places to work off those holiday treats and find hikes that shine in the offseason

The Best Credit Cards for Accumulating Frequent Flyer Points and How to Spend Them

With so many credit card choices in the market, it can be difficult to figure out which deals are right for you and more importantly, which one offers the best points rewards system to get you on that plane sooner

Scenic Nabs Cruise Critic's Best River Ship Refurbishment for 2017

The Scenic team is proud to announce that we've been awarded Cruise Critic's 2017 Editor's Pick for Best River Ship Refurbishment for Scenic Diamond and Scenic Sapphire. We took the feedback of our guests and made our river cruise experience even more immersive, unique and enjoyable

St. Lucia's Flood

On December 14th, 1287, an enormous storm tide hit the coast of Germany and the Netherlands

Christmas Around the World: 10 International Destinations to Visit

Cities all over the world celebrate Christmas in unique and memorable ways. Here are a few to consider for your last-minute Christmas trip

Eight of the Most Stylish Hotels in Miami

Dozens upon dozens of hotels line the beach — and inland — which means that you have seemingly limitless options when it comes to picking a place to stay. Here, we’ve rounded up eight of the trendiest hotels in Miami and Miami Beach

Dublin Airport Passport Machine Problems could cause Christmas Travel Misery

Dublin Airport’s new passport-reading machines, installed on 30 November, are experiencing glitches and outages which have raised concerns about potential congestion at the airport over the Christmas holidays

JetBlue Bringing Back $20 Board Game That Comes With Round-Trip Flight

JetBlue is making travel gifting dreams come true with a new board game called Get Packing!, which comes with some fun cards, a die, a rule book — and a certificate for a round-trip flight. And the game, with certificate included, only costs $20

Children are Scientifically Proven to Prefer Holidays to Toys – So Here Are the Best Trips to Book

Britons tot up the second-highest annual spend on toys in the world, with parents shelling out an average of slightly more than £500 a year per child. This impressive spend is a waste, according to one of Britain’s leading child psychologists, who says parents should be spending their money on family holidays instead

The Best (Cheap) Places To Go In Europe This Winter

Heading to Europe during the off-season is the best idea you’ve ever had. The flights are affordable; the lodging is discounted; and everything you love is still there, sans the summer crowds. Here are six of the best European winter vacations spots

As 'Overtourism' Swamps Amsterdam, Dutch Capital Pushes Back

The Dutch capital, with its World Heritage-listed canals, narrow streets and web of alleys in its red light district, is now pushing back in an attempt to keep the city attractive to visitors and residents alike

Where to Spend This New Year's Eve, According to a Travel Super Agent

Jaclyn Sienna India recommends the top destinations for the NYE holiday, from a far-flung island archipelago to Miami Beach

American Themes, from Civil War to Lobster Bakes, set for 2018 U.S. River Cruises

You can retrace the footsteps of explorers Meriwether Lewis and William Clark in the Pacific Northwest, go on lobster bakes in Maine, or sail through Washington state's Puget Sound on a wine-and-dine cruise with American Cruise Lines

Cruise Line Adding Second Cruise Ship for Daily Cruises to the Bahamas

Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line has announced that not only will their cruise ship Grand Celebration return to service with new features and enhancements, but the cruise line will be adding a second ship in the spring of 2018. Grand Celebration will return to its regularly scheduled two-night sailings just in time for the holidays

Marriott International Will Open 40 Luxury Hotels in 2018

Marriott International is expected to announce in the coming days it plans to open 40 luxury hotels in 2018, a figure that will give it 422 luxury properties by the end of the year with some 200 more in the pipeline

This Ski Season's Best New Alpine Hotels

It may be the norm for British skiers to hire private chalets when skiing in the Alps, but this winter ushers in an abundance of new Alpine hotels worth noting

Airline Bumping Rates Continue to Fall after Passenger-Dragging Incident

In the July-to-September quarter, the nation’s 12 biggest airlines reported the lowest rate of passengers denied seats since the U.S. Department of Transportation began keeping track of the data in 1995

How This Food Tour Startup Is Revitalizing Puerto Rico's Tourism Industry

Flavors food tours focus on connecting people – residents or visitors – to local restaurant owners, which provides a complete snapshot of a place’s history and culture through food

Take the Kids to...Lappa Valley Steam Railway, Cornwall

With miniature steam engines, a special Santa train, a boating lake and a maze, this charming small attraction near Newquay is a great day out for families with younger children

How to Spend a Weekend in Leeds

With 16 free museums and galleries to explore, including the renowned and recently refurbished Art Gallery, and more listed buildings than any other English city outside of London, Leeds has plenty to offer culture vultures and history buffs alike

The Abdication of Pope Celestine V

Pietro da Morrone became pope of the Catholic Church in 1294. He had become a Benedictine monk a the age of 17, and had adopted an ascetic life, living in a cave on the Mountain of Maiella in south Italy

Windstar Appoints Captain James Griffiths as Expedition Captain Overseeing the Boutique Line’s New Signature Expeditions Program

In this new capacity, Griffiths is overseeing the holistic creation, development and implementation of the line’s newly-announced Signature Expeditions program

Readers Of Global Traveler Honor South African Airways As "Best Airline To Africa"

South African Airways (SAA), the national flag carrier of South Africa and Africa’s most awarded airline has been selected by the readers of Global Traveler in the U.S. as the “Best Airline to Africa” for the 14th consecutive year in their annual reader survey

At Chapelco in Argentina, Skiing, Steaks, Sun (and Few Crowds)

This modern resort in Patagonia is relatively undiscovered, but the slopes can be stunning. And it's close to a charming town with great empanadas

How to Have a High-End Ski Vacation Without All the High Prices

A luxury hotel in a tony mountain town will cost a fortune. But if you forfeit proximity you can tap into peak perks without the ski in/ski price tag

Honeymoon Guide: Best Resorts in Punta Cana, D.R.

Here's a look at a handful of resorts that can really deliver on their promise of a romantic holiday, each in its own unique way.

Worcester Thinking Big with New JetBlue Route to New York JFK

The future of passenger airline service in the Massachusetts city of Worcester just got a big lift with JetBlue’s latest route. That will come May 3, when New York JFK will become JetBlue’s third non-stop destination from the Worcester Regional Airport

Weirdest Destinations Included on 2018 'Must-Visit' Travel Lists from Djibouti to Newcastle

Newcastle isn’t the only unexpected inclusion in the flurry of lists declaring the places we should all flock to in 2018. Here are some of the oddest

German Union Calls for Strike by Pilots at Ryanair

A union called Tuesday on German-based pilots at budget airline Ryanair to strike in a dispute over pay and conditions, though it says there will be no walkouts in the days around Christmas

Savannah: Food Tour, Historic Squares and the Purple Line

Savannah is on Georgia’s Atlantic coast, just south of the South Carolina state line. Hilton Head, South Carolina, is less than an hour away, and Tybee Island, Georgia, is a half-hour drive

'Smart' Luggage Could be Banned Over Safety Fears

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is reportedly expected to introduce new industry-wide guidelines on all forms of smart luggage, following a move by major US airlines including American Airlines - the world’s largest airline - and Delta Air Lines

Cruise Critic Picks World's Best Cruise Ships

The editors at Cruise Critic have picked the best ships in ocean, luxury and river cruising for 2017. Viking Cruises gets the most honors

Experience Scottsdale, Ariz., like a Local

This is one of the top U.S. destinations for Canadian snowbirds, featuring a fabulous desert landscape, awesome food and chic hotels. Here’s how to enjoy Scottsdale like a local

Can a Fresh Four Seasons Compete with London's Ritziest Hotel?

Opened this past summer, The Four Seasons at Ten Trinity Square is a newcomer on London’s hotel stage. How does it stack up to the 111-year-old Ritz

Why Booking a Cruise Far in Advance May Be the Only Way to Get Exactly What You Want

Many people wait until the last minute to book a cruise. But sometimes the only way to have the experience you want is by booking far in advance

Budget Airline easyJet Announces Three New Routes from Belfast

The Isle of Man, Naples in Italy and Valencia in Spain will be served by easyJet from Belfast International , the budget carrier announced

Cycle part of the Tour de France Route or Watch the Finish in Paris on these July Tours

Travel Trek offers 10-day tours for those who want to ride some of the more difficult stages and a three-night package for nonriders who want to see the end

American Cruise Lines Receives Cruise Critic’s 2017 Editors’ Picks Award

American Cruise Lines has been recognized once again,by the world’s largest cruise community. For a second year in a row, American Cruise Lines is honored to win Cruise Critic’s 2017 Editors’ Picks Award in the River category for Best for Solo Travelers

The First African American Congressman

On December 12, 1870, Joseph Hayne Rainey became the first African American to be elected and serve in the United States House of Representatives

20 Top New and Renewed Hotels, Inns, and BANDB's in the Northeast 2017

These days, many sophisticated, luxury-seeking travelers don’t want to hassle with airports, airplanes, flight cancelations or delays. So it’s a good thing that some of the best, and most anticipated property openings and post-renovation re-openings can be found within a few hours drive of many Northeast USA cities

Searching for a Secret Ski Destination? Try Michigan

We Michiganders say, you shall know us, from Aspen to Zermatt. Our mountains, with their 500-foot drops, some call hills. But the resorts of northern Michigan have a tradition of teaching by European experts that goes back to the earliest days of skiing in the United States

Bali's Rumbling Volcano Leaves Tourist Industry Gasping for Air

Indonesia's top tourism spot is uncharacteristically quiet as uncertainty over the Mount Agung volcano keeps visitors away

Delta's 'Basic Economy' Fares: No more Free Checked Bags to Europe

Basic economy fares, the cheap no-frills tickets traditional airlines sell to compete with discount carriers, are getting even more restrictive

Princess Cruises to Expand Capacity in Alaska with Bigger Ship

The California-based company on Tuesday said its 3,600-passenger Royal Princess would deploy to the 49th state for the summer of 2019, becoming the largest Princess ship ever to sail in the region

10 of the Most Important Civil Rights Sites in the US

The new Mississippi Civil Rights Museum is the latest hard-hitting opening on the US civil rights trail, but if you're not in the Deep South any time soon, here are some of the other essential stops on a US civil rights tour

Mother Claims she was Kicked off Spirit Airlines flight "Because her Son was Crying"

Mei Rui was flying to New York on Friday 8 December with her two-year-old son and elderly parents to participate in a cancer research study when the incident took place

This Hotel is Made Up of 25 Old Houses in Amsterdam

From the outside, Pulitzer Amsterdam looks more like an art gallery than a hotel, with a grand piano suspended from the ceiling, walls weighed down by Old Masters and an installation of pretty glass bottles facing the side street

Florida or Dubai – Which is Best for a Family Holiday?

Which is the destination for you? In Orlando, it’s almost all about the theme parks, but fear not – there’s plenty more. Dubai is known for its enclosed resorts – but there is plenty of life beyond those walls

15 Highlights from the Buckingham Palace Tour

A tour of Buckingham Palace is one you'll never forget. Here are 15 amazing things to see and do at this famous London attraction

Driving the Oregon Coast, Despite the Tsunami Warning Signs

With such a long, enticing coast, where do you begin? Although you can drive the meandering route in a day, the 158-mile stretch from Astoria in the north to Yachats on the central coast is particularly appealing, with its range of dramatic scenery, marine life, outdoor activities, and cultural offering

The Oberoi Hotel in New Delhi Got a Major Makeover. Here Is a First Look

The enduring hotel has a lively history — and now, a more modern style from the designer Adam Tihany. The rooms are larger too

Book it: Four Luxe Hotels for a Taste of Glamour

Whether shopping in New York, sunning yourself in Florida or Barcelona, or hitting the slopes at Courcheval, be sure to head to one of these luxe hotels for a taste of glamour (and a smattering of stardust)

Ecoship: The World's Greenest Cruise Ship will have Sails

A Japanese cruise operator is teaming up with a Finnish shipbuilder to build the world's greenest cruise ship

Passengers Face Hourslong Delays as Snowstorm Snarls Heathrow Airport

A snowstorm that pushed across London on Sunday brought Heathrow Airport, one of the busiest in the world, to a virtual halt as airlines canceled numerous flights and planes were stranded at gates

Travelers, Here's What to Expect in 2018

With next year's travel season just around the corner -- spring break is only a few weeks away -- travelers and experts are assessing the 2018 travel landscape. And while safety remains a top concern, other surprises await

Germany and Italy Declare War on The United States

The United States was still reeling from the surprise attack by the Japanese on Pear Harbor on December 7, 1941 and had formally declared war on Japan

Leisure Travel With an Eye on Giving Back

There are increasing opportunities to combine travel and volunteering — and one company is leading the way for budget-friendly options

December Route Roundup: Where Cruise Lines Are Adding Sailings

Expanded offerings in the Caribbean and Alaska are among recent announcements from Carnival, Royal Caribbean and other lines

7 Ways to Turn a Travel Commitment or Obligation into a Vacation

Our schedules can be so full of these “obli-cations” and business trips that the fantasy of lounging carefree on a far-off beach often remains just that: a fantasy. Is all hope for a real vacation lost? Not at all

Snow in Atlanta? Airlines Waive Fees, Cancel More than 160 Flights

American, Delta, Southwest and United – the USA’s four biggest airlines – each put weather-related waivers into place Thursday. JetBlue and Frontier had also added flexible rebooking policies for Atlanta flights

Hilton introduces Guestrooms Controlled by Mobile Devices

The new Connected Room, as Hilton is calling it, is being tested in beta form at the Hilton Garden Inn in Memphis so far but will expand to at least seven others in the next few weeks, with a much larger roll-out scheduled for 2018

Japan Unveils New Graceful Super Express Trains

It was unveiled to the world on 5 December, but services will begin in full in March 2018, running on the Odakyu Odawara line between Shinjuku station in Tokyo, Odawara, Enoshima, Tama New Town and Hakone

The U.S. Virgin Islands Clean Up for the Holidays

Every day, the U.S. Virgin Islands are improving. Slowly, steadily, painstakingly. Before Thanksgiving, the Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority had restored 40 percent of the power on St. Thomas, St. Croix and St. John; the utility company expects the number to rise to 90 percent by Christmas

The Murder of John Lennon

On December 8, 1980, Mark David Chapman shot musician and former Beatles lyricist John Lennon four times in the back in the entrance of Lennon's home, the Dakota apartment building on Manhattan's Central Park West

Is it Safe to Visit Jerusalem? Foreign Office Changes its Stance

Jerusalem has been declared out of bounds by the British Foreign Office (FCO) due to tension in the wake of Donald Trump’s decision to recognise the divided city as the Israeli capital

There's No Place like NYC for the Holidays

New York City’s Chelsea neighborhood is where poet Clement Clarke Moore wrote “A Visit From St. Nicholas,” first published in 1823. That’s one compelling reason to visit The City That Never Sleeps. Here are other festive reasons why there’s no place like NYC for the holidays

Alaska Airlines offers Early Boarding for Passengers in 'Ugly' Christmas Sweaters

Ah, we just knew that heinous holiday sweater would come in handy. Alaska Airlines has announced they will be celebrating National Ugly Holiday Sweater Day on Dec. 15, allowing passengers in festive seasonal sweaters to board early that day

Sun Worshipping in Los Cabos at the Marquis Resort

Located in the shadows of the Sierra de la Laguna mountains, and right on the beach all of Marquis Los Cabos Resort and Spa suites offer spectacular views of the Sea of Cortez

A Cozy New Hideaway in the Cotswolds, Just in Time for the Holidays

The Lygon Arms has been in operation under sundry names and proprietors since the 1300s. It began life as a coaching inn on the road to London, and during the intervening centuries it has tucked up everyone from Oliver Cromwell to Elizabeth Taylor

A Walking Tour of Harlem's Literary History

The face of this thriving community may be changing, but the origins are a testament to the strength of those who made it what it is today. To start, stroll between these literary spots to learn about Harlem’s past, present, and future

Rocky Point Cruise-Ship Port gets a New Lifeline

After being on hold for nearly two years, amid questions over millions of dollars in spending, construction is set to resume in this beach resort town better known north of the border as Rocky Point

10 Reasons to Make a Dash for this Secret Paradise Island (Before the Crowds do)

Phu Quoc (pronounced "foo kwok") - an unassuming Vietnamese island sitting pretty just off the coast of Cambodia - is one of south-east Asia's best-kept secrets

36 Hours in Jackson Hole, Wyo.

Expansive wilderness, superlative skiing and a top-notch food scene await visitors to this charming, idiosyncratic town and valley

Visiting South Dakota's Mysterious Spirit Mound

Today the Spirit Mount Historical Prairie includes 320 acres and is easily accessible off highway 19. A narrow but well-maintained path curls around the western side of the mound and leads, up the north face, to the summit

Delta, WestJet Announce Plans For U.S.-Canada Joint-Venture

If it materializes, Delta and WestJet could act together in setting prices and flight times on their U.S.-Canada flights. The airlines also pledged the deal would pave the way for new non-stop routes and “enhanced frequent flier benefits"

20 Under-the-Radar Travel Destinations to Visit Before They Get too Popular

Every year, the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNTWO) tracks travel trends to predict the newest up-and-coming destinations. If you’re looking to travel to the coolest destinations before everybody else, consider this list your guide

Black Passengers Downgraded from Business Class 'to Make Way for White Woman' on Comair Flight

Two black musicians claim they were kicked off a British Airways-branded flight in South Africa to make way for a white woman. After they objected to being moved, they say, the captain ordered them to leave the aircraft

Hard History: Mississippi Museums explore Slavery, Klan era

The Museum of Mississippi History takes a 15,000-year view, from the Stone Age through modern times. The Mississippi Civil Rights Museum concentrates on a shorter, but intense span, from 1945 to 1976

How Well is your Luggage Really Treated at an Airport? A Peek Behind the Scene

One former baggage handler has offered a comprehensive account of what goes on between the time you fly from A to B, and offered insights into how you can best protect your belongings while they're not under your care

You can See Airplanes Outside and Inside this LAX Hotel where Art Reflects an Aviation Vibe

From the open-air rooftop of the H Hotel, you can watch planes on runways at Los Angeles International Airport. Inside, you’ll find plenty of airplanes too. Original artworks in the 168-room hotel that’s part of Hilton's Curio Collection bring the aviation vibe indoors to common spaces and rooms

An Iranian Village Built On Rooftops

Masouleh was built partway up a steep mountainside to keep the village safe from floods in the valley below and protect it from frigid winds that whip the summit above. The architecture of this roughly 1,000-year-old village is such that the front garden of each house – as well as restaurants, outdoor cafes and even parts of a bazaar – sits on the rooftop of the house below it

Sick of Theme Park Crowds? Here are 10 Ways to Escape

Within an hour of Orlando, you can see wildlife, delve into history, learn to swing on a trapeze or a zip line, ogle old war planes, ride a train into Old Florida or try a different kind of wine-tasting

200 Royal Caribbean Cruise Passengers Struck Down With Gastro-Intestinal Illness

Some 3 per cent of passengers – 195 out of 5,800 – have gone down with the sickness according to Royal Caribbean. The outbreak began after the liner left Singapore on 23 November. Passengers were treated with over-the-counter medicine on board before the ship docked in Hobart, Tasmania, on Tuesday 5 December

Disney Reveals Details for Revamped Caribbean Beach Resort

The resort has been undergoing construction updates since earlier this year with Old Port Royale entryway closing in May. The new version that is slated to be open in late summer 2018 will include updated Centertown Market, Shutters restaurant, Banana Cabana outdoor bar and Calypso Trading Post

Fed up With Society? This Arctic Hotel will Let You Escape from it

If a break from the shackles of society is on your wishlist for the near future, consider this: an Arctic hotel perched on its own isle, an 18-mile ferry ride away from any shops, restaurants or roads

Two Planes Nearly Collide After Landing on the Wrong Airport Runway

Delta Airlines Flight 4231 to Reagan National Airport was preparing for takeoff and rolling down Runway 13 when pilots spotted Mexican Volaris Flight 880 attempting to land in the same place. The Volaris plane was meant to land on Runway 13 Left

Five Ways To Save Serious Money On Last-Minute Holiday Travel

Let’s be honest: not missing Hannukah or Kwanza with the family might be worth a few extra dollars. So if you haven’t made your travel plans yet, here are some sneaky ways to travel hack your holidays

St. Maarten Reopens to Cruise Ships, Three Months After Hurricane Irma

The milestone was marked with fanfare, with a welcome banner, appearances from a steel drum band, stilt walkers, Carnival queens, and dancers, while ministry and port officials greeted the vessel as it sailed in and passengers disembarked

Pearl Harbor

On December 7, 1941, three waves of Japanese aircraft left their base of sea carriers stationed north of Hawaii

Dream Trip for Car Lovers: Ferrari, Maserati and more in Modena, Italy

Northern Italy's Emilia Romagna region is known to car enthusiasts as Motor Valley, home to Ferrari, Maserati, Lamborghini and more

Airlines Prepare for Record 51M Holiday Travelers for Christmas, New Year's

Airlines are offering 91,000 more seats per day on larger planes or additional flights to meet the demand for 80,000 additional daily passengers for the holiday period from Dec. 15 through Jan. 4, according to the trade group Airlines for America

How to Spend a Weekend in Seattle

Seattle's mix of grunge culture, lo-fi living and Pacific North West charm is balanced today by its thriving tech scene which ensures there are always new hotels, bars and restaurants to divert visitors

Millennial Railcard Launches for First Time (but it's only available for East Anglia residents)

During the trial period the new money-saving card, which will save customers £190 a year on average, is only available to those living in East Anglia. Only 10,000 railcards are available during the trial, with another 10,000 cards due to be issued nationwide in the New Year

California Suburbs again Under Siege from Wind-Driven Fires

For second time in two months, wind-driven fires tore through California communities in the middle of the night, leaving rows of homes and a psychiatric hospital in ruins Tuesday and sending tens of thousands of people fleeing for their lives

18 Reasons Why Finland is the Greatest Country on Earth

Finland is celebrating 100 years of independence today. And we thought a hundredth birthday was more than enough excuse to run through why the Scandinavian nation might just be one of the greatest countries on the plane

10 Hotels that go All-Out for Christmas

Twinkling lights, glitter and gourmet menus galore -- without a single dish to wash or tree to trim. Whether you stay for a week or drop in for tea, these 10 properties go to great lengths to offer something special for the holidays

Six Worst Types of People on a Cruise

It’s a society on there, and while you might hit the jackpot and make hundreds of new friends, and more often than not the majority are just as polite and fabulous as you, be warned … just as on dry land, there are some you should avoid. These reprobates haven’t learnt the general etiquette of cruising, here’s how to pick them out

Taking the kids to Miami's new Science Center

Miami's new Frost Science Center caters to a new generation of kids with 250,000 square feet of everything science geared to Generation Swipe

Upper East Side Pizza Parlor to debut Caribbean Beach Resort

When restaurateur Vittorio Assaf, co-founder of upscale Manhattan pizzeria Serafina, decided to open a new international outpost, he considered the kitchen…then added an additional 96 rooms

Is this the Ultimate Holiday Resort for Sports Addicts?

Half a century will soon have passed since a Brazilian property developer bought the 550-hectare estate and made a Shangri-La for the rich, with rolling fairways, lakes, aspirational garden villas and a footbridge to golden dunes and the ocean blue

Carnival Opens Online Dining Reservations for Carnival Horizon

Online reservations for specialty dining options on the Carnival Horizon – including the cruise line’s first teppanyaki venue, Fahrenheit 555 steakhouse, Ji Ji Asian Kitchen, Cucina del Capitano Italian-style family restaurant, and The Chef’s Table – are now open via the “Manage my Cruise” tab

Transatlantic Flight with Unaccompanied Bag on Board Forced to make Emergency Diversion

Norwegian Flight DY-7147 was 38,000 feet above the Atlantic off the west coast of Ireland with as many as 344 people on board when the Boeing 787 Dreamliner turned back towards the UK before navigating its way to the Irish capital, where it landed 55 minutes later

7 Travel Tips for First Timers Traveling to Croatia

Croatia, more specifically the cities and islands that make up the Dalmatian Coast has grown in popularity as a top travel destination over the years, courtesy of the HBO hit TV series Game of Thrones. Nestled between the Balkans and central Europe, the Summer season is the most popular time to travel to this sought-after Adriatic gem

Los Angeles: 5 Great Places To See Art

The city's power brokers and celebrities lavish attention and money on exhibition openings and promoting great art – which is to the benefit of everyone else. Here are five of L.A.'s top spots for viewing world-class art

Kathmandu explorer Tim Jarvis shares his Best Adventure Travel Tips

He’s explored some of the most remote places in the world and taken on some of the most extreme challenges, Adelaide-based Tim Jarvis, has earnt his title as a leader in adventure

Business Traveler Magazine names South African Airways the Best in Africa

South African Airways (SAA), the national flag carrier of South Africa and Africa’s most awarded airline is proud to be the recipient of two of Business Traveler Magazine’s prestigious Best in Business Travel Awards for 2017

Central Holidays Announces Expansion of Marketing and Sales Teams as Part of Accelerated Growth Initiatives and Ongoing Commitment to the Travel Trade

Central Holidays today announced the expansion of its Marketing and Sales teams as part of the company's accelerated growth initiatives and its ongoing commitment to the travel agent community

The Thirteenth Amendment

On this day in 1865, the Thirteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution became law. The Thirteenth Amendment abolished slavery and involuntary servitude

An Amusement Park for Foodies

The new FICO Eataly World in Bologna is a million square feet of food: pasta, porchetta, gelato and more. And then there's the volleyball court

Where Silicon Valley Is Going to Get in Touch With Its Soul

After storm damage in the spring and a skeleton crew in the summer, the institute was fully reopened in October with a new director and a new mission: It will be a home for technologists to reckon with what they have built

Hawaiian using New Airbus A321neos to Expand in San Diego

Hawaiian will fly the route with its brand new Airbus A321neo narrowbody jets, offering one daily round-trip flight starting May 1. Kahului will be Hawaiian's second route from San Diego. It already flies to its main hub in Honolulu

How to Explore New Zealand by Bike without Working up a Sweat

A silent Ubco bike lets tourists cover serious ground in Queenstown while getting up close to the local wildlife

Ho, Ho, Ho, Yosemite: A Magical Winter Destination

Yosemite National Park might not seem like an ideal winter destination, particularly if you’re from a part of the country where you’d like to trade in road salt for rim salt on your margarita and leave the words “wind chill” behind. But Yosemite in winter is magical

Ryanair Set for Record Year Despite Cancellations and Seating Controversy

The figures put the Irish airline on target for a record-breaking year. Last year, Ryanair carried 117million passengers, but this year it could break 140million

The European City that Loves Strangers

Few cities in the world rival the antiquity of Athens, where people have lived continuously for thousands of years. Athenians created the first forms of democracy, the plays and philosophy that shaped Western civilisation, and the classical buildings that still dot the Acropolis

Get Thee to a Nunnery...on Saba

Don’t expect a monastic vibe here. Old-meets-opulent in this unique cottage, located near shopping and restaurants in Saba’s Windwardside Village, one of the island’s four towns

How did Miami end up with the Best Airport in the Country for Transit?

While other major cities match MIA in terms of rail access, the Miami airport distinguishes itself by offering direct bus routes beyond downtown, according to Transit Screen

Where did he go to Jumpstart a Diet and Exercise Program? On a Luxury Cruise, of Course

On Seabourn Encore, he worked out, dodged calories and stretched his willpower on a luxury repositioning cruise to Dubai

Underground America: A Cavernous Light Show, Salt Museum and other Subterranean Surprises

Go underground to discover some interesting sites around the country, including a salt museum in Kansas and an artificial cavern in Louisville that sparkles during the holidays

A Guide to Barranco, the Lima Neighborhood Where the Spirit of Ancient Peru Meets Bohemian Cool

From the emerald cliffs tumbling toward the ocean to the historic city center’s sherbet-colored facades, Lima, Peru, brims with reminders of the city’s seaport past

Are Hotel Concierges Endangered by Apps? Don't Bet on It

In an age when so many travel tasks can be done with an app, is the hotel concierge — that font of local wisdom with the connections to land a hot last-minute reservation — about to be superseded?

It's back! Carnival revives Traditional Baked Alaska Parade on all 25 Cruise Ships

The march of the cake, ice cream and merengue dessert is being revived. Carnival also is revamping its steakhouses, Cucina Del Capitano Italian-style restaurant and pizzerias on selected sailings

The End of Prohibition

The Eighteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution was passed in 1919, over the veto of President Woodrow Wilson

Tougher Security Measures may be Slowing International Travel to the U.S., Study Says

International travel to the U.S., once a surging source of revenues for hotels, airlines and tourist destinations, is cooling off, raising concerns from leaders in the travel industry that strict security measures are scaring off visitors

In Haiti, Tracing a Paradise Lost

The U.N. says the country is now stable, and tourism is growing. But the former vacation paradise still has a faded beauty

Learning by Doing at Latin American Hotels

Hotels are drawing on the rich cultures of their host countries to design lessons that connect guests with local food, culture and natural beauty

10 Great Places to Enjoy Global Christmas Traditions in the USA

With shopping-mall Santas and Yuletide TV specials, Christmas can seem like an American invention. But many other holiday traditions thrive around the country

Hut-to-Hut Adventures: Ski, Eat, Sleep, Repeat

The Haute Route passes the Matterhorn in the Swiss Alps, with nights spent in mountain huts, and requires a significant fitness level and back country experience. The trip has become a pilgrimage for hardcore adventurers

Millennials Are Travelling Because They Can't Afford To Buy A House

Donna Jeavons, sales and marketing director for Contiki, which specialises in millennial travel, says that the company has noticed an upward trend in younger people spending money on travel

Revealed: The World's Best Airlines, According to You

Swiss has taken the title of best short-haul airline in the 2017 Telegraph Travel Awards, based on the opinions of almost 90,000 readers, while Singapore Airlines has been named number one for long haul

The Norwegian Town the World Tried to Erase

For centuries, this arctic Norwegian port has been at the mercy of Mother Nature and man, and yet has risen from the ashes with a deep and defiant response

American Airlines Employees to Receive Racial Bias Training after NAACP Outcry

The changes in policy come after the second meeting with the NAACP following an October incident in which a prominent African-American activist claimed she was removed from an American Airlines flight because of her race

This Little Tool will Solve Most Clothing Snafus when you Travel

Travel tips from French entrepreneur Laure Heriard-Dubreuil, who co-founded the Webster, a boutique in an old art deco hotel on South Beach, Miami

Hidden San Diego Website offers Adventure but Raises Ethical Questions

Offering a practical guide to the San Diego region's largely unknown hikes and points of interest, Hiddensandiego.net has become something of a local sensation, garnering a respectable 2.4 million hits a year after less than a decade in existence

Royal Caribbean to Add More Cruises to Cuba

Royal Caribbean is putting a second ship on Cuba duty. Royal Caribbean's 2,350-passenger Majesty of the Seas will join the 1,602-passenger Empress of the Seas in sailing regularly to the island nation starting in April, the line announced on Thursday

How to Cruise Through the Galápagos Islands

There's no better way to cover ground on your trip to the Galápagos Islands than to sail on a multi-day live aboard cruise ship. Galápagos National Park regulates the number and type of tourist boats that are allowed to operate to avoid overcrowding, to lessen the environmental impact

The Little Nell: The Best Ski Hotel In The U.S.

Luxury hotels don’t come much subtler than The Little Nell in Aspen, Colorado. The location is primo, at the foot of Aspen Mountain, within walking distance to everything that matters in town

The Last Resort? Canyon Ranch Succumbs to Botox

With a new C.E.O., a retreat popular with the elite since the 1980s fights to stay relevant in a world where athleisure and juice bars are now quotidian

North Korea's Missile Last Week was Seen by a Cathay Pacific Crew from Plane, Airline says

The crew of Cathay Pacific CX893, which was traveling to Hong Kong from San Francisco, reportedly saw the missile from their plane as it was passing over Japan and alerted the country's air traffic control

The Discovery of the Mary Celeste

On December 4, 1872, the captain of the commercial sailing vessel Dei Gratia, spotted the American ship Mary Celeste sailing toward the Straights of Gibraltar

CCRA Names Micky Dixon, CTA, ACC as Southwest Regional Director

Ms. Dixon has been a longstanding Chapter Director for CCRA's San Antonio Chapter, leading one of the company's most dynamic chapters and playing a pivotal role in transforming the culture of CCRA's chapter network since the acquisition of OSSN by CCRA in 2013

Sending Out an SOS: The Rise of Travel Security Apps

From transferring money to buying airline tickets, smartphone apps can be a traveler’s high-tech multitasker. But can they keep travelers safe? A new crop of apps seeks to offer that assurance

Thomas Cook cuts Stores and Jobs Weeks before Christmas

Thomas Cook said that the affected stores are either in close proximity to other outlets or are located where a decline in footfall has impacted profitability

On Maui, Seeking Out the Hidden Wows of Wild Hawaii

The best roads to drive are those that you would really rather not drive at all, the ones that practically yank you out of the car every mile to hike, surf, ski or just breathe in the tantalizing world beyond the windshield

Check in, Help out: Socially Conscious Hotels Give Back to the Community

If you’re looking to make a difference without lifting a finger on your next trip, book a stay at a hotel that puts at least some of your money where it’s needed. Here are some ways hotels are giving back

Is This Really the Best Island in the World?

The Philippine island of Palawan isn’t short of admirers. Year on year, it’s been voted the best island on Earth by top travel publications and has been chosen as the backdrop to Hollywood films

Britain's 25 Best Winter Walks

The best routes for wintry strolls, Sunday afternoon walks and family gatherings, from the Lake District to the South West

25 of India's most Luxurious Hotels

From sumptuous lodging in the Himalayas to rooms in the busiest cities, here are 25 of India's best luxury hotels

Legacy of Trajan, who grew Empire, is Focus of Rome Exhibit

The exhibit explores how Trajan, who ruled from 98 to 117 A.D., united peoples across Europe and why the women in his life are sometimes seen as forerunners of U.S. First Ladies

Douro River Cruises: Top Cruises For Any budget

Port wine aficionados have been savvy about Porto – Portugal’s second-largest city – for years but its ongoing revival and popularity has boomed in the past five years, helped in part by river cruising

San Francisco Attractions: Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz and More

San Francisco offers five big experiences that continually dominate travel guides and websites. Here’s a suggested guide for travellers on a tight time frame

Bradley Airport Introduces Therapy Dogs In Time For Holiday Travel

A therapy dog program, which started as a pilot program in August, has officially been rolled out at the airport in partnership with Bright Spot Therapy Dogs

Video of an Engineer Appearing to Fix Plane with Duct Tape goes Viral

According to reports, the pilot had told passengers they would experience a slight delay to their flight as the engine was receiving a "quick fix"

Beyond Mykonos: 6 LGBT-Friendly Destinations for Your Next Holiday

From Uruguay to Italy, a set of beachy destinations that could very well overtake Mykonos as the leading gay destination

New Hotel Opens on Anna Maria Island

The hotel has 37 rooms and suites with kitchens; a 50-slip marina; 2,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting space; Eliza Ann’s Coastal Kitchen restaurant and bar; a resort-style swimming pool and a sun deck extending into the marina, according to the developer, Mainsail Lodging

Revealed: The World's Best Cruise Lines and Ferry Companies - According to You

The results of the 2017 Telegraph Travel Awards, based on the opinions of almost 90,000 readers, have been revealed, and - in something of a surprise - Cunard has lost the title of best large cruise line for the first time since 2011

The Last TWA Flight

On this day in 2001, Trans World Airlines Flight 220 landed in St. Louis International Airport ending 71 years of TWA operations

36 Hours in Shanghai

Shanghai’s appeal has long been its breathtaking skyline, glitzy nightlife and brash, anything-goes attitude. In recent years, though, China’s commercial capital has started to develop a more sophisticated side

8 Cozy Ski Hotels in the Alps

while the U.S. and Canada have their fair share of divine ski-centric properties, there’s something magical about a snowy adventure in the Alps. From France to Italy to Switzerland, take a look at these eight ultra-cozy ski hotels

Everything you Need to Know about the New Louvre Abu Dhabi

Imagined as a “museum city” by architect Jean Nouvel – a collection of more than 50 buildings, including 23 galleries holding 600 works of art – its stark, white walls are bordered by lagoons, with most structures housed beneath a vast domed roof

New York Hotels are now Charging Tourists an extra 'Destination Fee'

New York hotels are charging guests up to $25 (£19) per night for the privilege of sleeping near Times Square. Chains including Hilton, Marriott and Starwood are adding the non-negotiable “destination charge” to guests’ bills in some of their prime location digs

Int'l Visitors to US Down 4 percent in 1st 6 Months of 2017

Fewer visitors came from nearly every region of the world, with declines in arrivals from Western Europe, Eastern Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, South America, Central America and the Caribbean

18 Reasons why Finland is the Greatest Country on Earth

who wouldn’t want to be in Finland? It can lay claim to being one of the greatest countries on the planet. Here are 17 reasons why

Glitch by American Airlines could see 15,000 Festive Flights Grounded

A glitch in the online holiday booking system used by American Airlines has left the carrier scrambling to find flight crews for 15,000 departures over one of the busiest periods of the year

7 Ultimate Hiking Destinations

When it comes to choosing a travel destination, 63 percent of global travelers surveyed by Booking.com said a key consideration is the outdoor activities a location has to offer. If you love an adventure, a challenge and the great outdoors, why not make your next trip a hiking holiday to remember?

Randi Zuckerberg slams Alaska Airlines for Allowing Passenger to make 'Lewd Sexual Remarks' during Flight

Zuckerberg, the founder of Zuckerberg Media and sister of Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg, claims that she was flying from Los Angeles to Mazatlán, Mexico, when the passenger seated next to her in first-class began making inappropriate sexual comments

10 Cozy Hotels that Redefine Luxury

Hygge is the Danish concept for creating an environment of cozy, understated comfort with friends and family. There's no need to venture to Denmark to experience this concept: These 10 effortlessly elegant hotels offer low-key luxury

Now for the Big Question about Meghan Markle: Which Cruise Ship will she Christen?

When it comes to cruise ship godmothers, "this certainly gives the Carnival Corp. subsidiaries a fresh new candidate," notes longtime industry watcher Peter Knego, referring to the three Carnival-owned lines that have had British royals christen vessels

Book Now for Summer River Cruises

This is the best time to start planning your spring and summer river cruise vacation for the coming year. Unlike ocean cruises, river cruises fill up quickly and early, making booking well in advance a necessity

Nonstop flights to Montreal, Denver, Jamaica coming next year at BWI Marshall Airport

Air Canada and Spirit Airlines passengers at Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport will soon be able to fly nonstop to Montreal, Denver and Montego Bay, Jamaica, the airport announced Wednesday

Jackson Square lands on List of 'Hot' Fall Travel Spots

Jackson Square may be nearing its 300th birthday, but it's still hot stuff as far as travel destinations go. TripAdvisor has named the iconic park one of its "hottest attractions" in the United States this fall

Airbnb Just Made Group Travel Much Easier

The hospitality service this morning unveiled their new split pay tool, which allows travelers to divide up reservation costs. You'll never have to front the whole sum (and impatiently wait for your friends to Venmo you) again

American Cruise Lines Announces Theme Cruises for 2018-2019 Season

The new schedule includes a variety of theme cruises which explore, in-depth, the most intriguing aspects of American heritage and culture

Windstar Launches Signature Expedition Program Bringing Expert Insights and Active Exploration to Award-winning Small Ship Cruises

Windstar’s Signature Expeditions will offer extremely high touch experiences both onboard ship and in the marine and wildlife environments where the award-winning boutique line sails

Registrations for TravelMart LatinAmerica '18 in Buenos Aires, Argentina at a record pace

It has been more than thirty (30) years since TMLA has been held in this popular South America tourism destination, and there is considerable enthusiasm about returning to one of the region’s most vibrant cities

Mark Twain

On this day in 1835, Samuel Langhorne Clemens was born in the small town of Florida, Missouri. Better known by his pseudonym, Mark Twain, the writer proved to be one of the true originals of American literature

New Budget Carrier Level expands to NYC, Boston with $149 Flights to Europe

Level, the long-haul budget airline launched by British Airways’ parent company, will make Paris its second European base. At the same time, British Airways' said it will pull the plug on its higher-end OpenSkies brand

Holiday Gifts for Travelers: Think Small!

Sometimes less is more when you're traveling. That may be the best holiday gift-giving advice for the jetsetter in your life. Go small. And practical

Seabourn Cruise Line Promotion brings Free Upgrades, On-board Credits

Called the Wish List Sale, the offer also includes up to $500 per cabin in on-board credit for most cabins. Customers booking a premium suite or penthouse will receive $1,000 in on-board credit

Amsterdam Schiphol Airport trials Disneyland inspired Time Slots to Reduce Queuing Times

The busy airport, which sees more than 63 million passengers pass through every year, is introducing a time-allocated security lane to help cut queues down in peak periods

How to Spend a Weekend in Edinburgh

Edinburgh is idyllic all year round, but come Christmas it’s extra special, thanks to festive markets, ice skating, and plenty of pubs in which to warm the cockles after a wintry walk. There’s much to excite New Year’s Eve revellers, too

Unveiled: The Futuristic new Cruise Ship which lets guests 'Walk on Water'

MSC Seaside, the world’s newest high-tech luxury cruise ship will be unveiled today, built with an innovative “beach condo” style structure

New App Allows Passengers to Bid for Cheap Upgrades on Planes

Seatfrog already allows rail travellers on Virgin Trains’s east coast line to bid for last-minute upgrades, starting from £5, but now the groundbreaking app is set to launch in the air

The Renaissance of Rockland

There was a time when you wouldn’t want to stick around Rockland, Maine. But things have changed, and the once-gritty commercial center is fast becoming an artsy enclave, with a swelling cluster of studios and galleries, and a vibrant, growing community of artists, chefs, boatbuilders, sculptors, architects, and more

Secrets of the Empire State Building

The Empire State Building is a major New York tourist draw. Read tips and secret hacks on how to get there, when to go and where to eat nearby

Allegiant selects Design, Construction teams for Florida Hotel-Condos

Allegiant officials on Tuesday announced the design and construction teams for a hotel and condominium complex spanning 22 acres of beachfront property in western Florida.

A Seafood Lover's Guide to French Polynesia

Today, couples don’t come only to honeymoon on Bora-Bora and laze in the sun on their overwater bungalow decks, but travelers come, too, to take part in immersive activities out on the water

Two New hotels Coming to Whiskey Row

Hotel Distil and Moxy Hotel will be located on Main Street near First Street and are expected to open in fall 2019. The hotels are a part of the revitalization of Whiskey Row, which suffered heavy fire damage more than two years ago

Sage Hospitality opens Two Hilton Hotels in Boulder

The Embassy Suites Boulder offers 204 rooms and the largest private ballroom in Boulder, a 6,510-square-foot space that can accommodate groups as large as 650 people. Next to it, the Hilton Garden Inn Boulder features 172 rooms and The Garden Grille

New Ski Airline on the Brink of Collapse Before it Has Even Taken Off

A new ski specialist airline looks set to be grounded before any of its planes have so much as taken off - leaving 5,000 winter holidaymakers in the lurch

Five Things to Do Before Art Basel Miami Beach Begins

The fringe events going down before are an excellent way to get a jump on Miami Art Week without all the traffic and jockeying for position at the champagne kiosk. Here are five super cool arts events to get your Miami Art Week experience rolling

A New Kind of Fitness Retreat for New Year's Fitness Goals

These new fitness retreats exchange pain and suffering for patience and pleasure to help you achieve your New Year's fitness goals

The Zong Massacre

On November 29, 1781, the crew of a British slave ship, The Zong, murdered 133 African slaves bound for Jamaica by dumping them overboard into the sea to claim insurance

In the South and North, New (and Vital) Civil Rights Trails

African-American history is the subject of new museums, memorials and routes like the US Civil Rights Trail

Caribbean Honeymoons: Best Resorts in Jamaica

With a little effort beforehand, couples intent on honeymooning in Jamaica can find a resort that’s perfect for their needs. Here are six Jamaica resorts with their own unique charms

Nine Amazing Reasons to Visit Amsterdam this Winter

See this hub of art, fashion and food in a new light this winter, says our Amsterdam expert Rodney Bolt

Chaos at Manchester Airport as Passengers are Sent Through the Wrong Door in 'Massive Security Breach'

Travellers arriving at Manchester Airport on an easyJet flight from Paris were left angered following an alleged “major security breach” during which arrival passengers were mistakenly led to departures rather arrivals after disembarking the plane

The Birthplace of the Illuminati

The idea that clandestine Illuminati gatherings could be taking place in the small Bavarian city may seem far-fetched, but Ingolstadt does have a history of them. The city is the birthplace of the infamous secret society that has become part myth, part historical truth, and the foundation of countless conspiracy theories

Why Airlines Make you Put your Seats and Windows up for Takeoff and Landing

Ladies and gentlemen, we are preparing for takeoff. Please put your seats in the upright and locked positions. You begrudgingly comply. But why?

10 Best Winter Beach Hotels

Moody skies, chilly sea spray and windswept coastal walks possess a certain blustery charm. Here are 10 of the best beach hotels in winter

Outdoor Adventures, Inner Zen in Oregon's Quirky Portland

Oregon's quirkiest city may tout its desire to "Keep Portland Weird" but it's the Zen of the place that takes hold at the Portland Japanese Garden. Tucked away in the steep hills of Washington Park, towering trees shade the winding paths in a haze of verdant green and gilded autumn hues

Royal Caribbean’s Ovation of the Seas returns to Australian waters

Fremantle is the ships first Australian port of call as she makes her way from Singapore to Sydney for its longest season Down Under yet

Take the kids to…The Making of Harry Potter, Warner Bros Studio, Leavesden, Herts

This tour of the behind-the-scenes magic that went into transferring JK Rowling's stories from page to screen will delight fans of the boy wizard, especially at Christmas, but watch out for expensive extras

This Cruise 100% Guarantees you'll see the Elusive Northern Lights - So Did it Deliver?

Hurtigruten is unusual in offering a Northern Lights “price promise” – another cruise should you not see the lights. Last winter was the 10th season for its Astronomy Voyage, which has a 100 per cent sighting rate

In Busy Rome, a Hotel That's an Oasis

The NH Collection Palazzo Cinquecento adds an oasis of calm to Rome’s busy Termini train station. Its sunny terrace overlooks a green lawn strewn with ruins — a section of the fourth-century B.C. Servian Wall

Volcano Gushing Ash Over Bali Closes Airport for a 2nd Day

A volcano gushing towering columns of ash closed the airport on the Indonesian tourist island of Bali for a second day Tuesday, disrupting travel for tens of thousands, as authorities renewed their warnings for villagers to evacuate

It's the Grim Reality of Frequent Work Travel: Health Problems

Though the image of the glamorous business traveler persists, doctors say that frequent travelers report a negative toll on their bodies, and that more research is needed

The Inventions that Ruined Travel – and the Ones we Really Need

Who in their right mind thinks putting a dozen drunkards in charge of a large pedal-powered vehicle, and then setting it free on the traffic-clogged roads of a city centre, is a fine idea?

Celestyal Cruises Announces Appointment of Leslie Peden as President Celestyal Cruises, North America

Celestyal Cruises is delighted to announce the appointment of Leslie Peden as President, Celestyal Cruises, North America. Mr. Peden will be responsible for promoting Celestyal Cruises in North America to drive business growth and market share

Launch of the Mariner 4

On this day in 1964, NASA launched the Mariner 4, the fourth spacecraft in a series developed to explore other planets using flyby technology

Family Friendly Ski Destinations for a Fun-Filled Trip

Whether you’re on a budget or ready to splurge, traveling with intrepid skiers or bringing a crew of adrenaline seekers, there’s a ski resort for you. And if goggles and gondolas just aren’t your thing, these destinations also offer plenty of activities off the slopes

Disneyland's California Screamin' coaster closes Jan. 8

If you’re dreamin’ of a ride on Disneyland's California Screamin’ coaster, time is running out. The popular ride in California Adventure will close as Paradise Pier is turned into Pixar Pier

In (and around) Fredericksburg, Va., Walking the Steps of a Slave’s Trail to Freedom

It’s two trails, really: one a walking tour in Fredericksburg, detailing the life of former slave John Washington; the other a driving tour of Stafford County, recounting the migration of approximately 10,000 self-emancipated slaves from central and eastern Virginia during a four-month period in 1862

Home-Grown Hotels: the Word's Most Special Places to Stay

Staying in one of these eye-catching, instantly Instagrammable properties is imbued with something extra: the soul and character of the destination in which it stands

Plane Leasing Company Forced to Start Own Airline because Nobody Wants its A380s

According to Mark Lapidus, Amedeo’s chief executive, the new airline’s business model will see it offer seats to existing carriers, or to potential non-traditional arrivals such as Airbnb. Passengers would buy their ticket through another company, while Amedeo would operate the flight, using its own cabin crew but tailoring the service to suit the client

Olympic Thrills, And A Few Chills, On A Summer Puget Sound Adventure

Olympia, on the southern end of Puget Sound, is not known as a tourist destination. But Washington’s state capital has its charms, including an interesting downtown culinary scene (excellent microbreweries and gelato) and a historic capitol with an incredible view of the Olympic mountains

Is This The Answer To Shrinking Airline Seat Sizes?

With courts demanding increased space and passengers unwilling to pay more, what options does that leave for the airlines? Perhaps it’s time for airlines to revisit and completely rethink their seat layouts

If you Can Take the Heat, a Havasu Falls Hike is Worth the Haul

Hiking in the Grand Canyon in late June may not sound very appealing to some, But your destination — the blue-green waters of Arizona’s Havasu Falls and the captivating area that skirts one of the seven wonders of the world, makes the 10-mile trek through Havasu Canyon definitely worth getting there

A Glam Hollywood Hotel, in an Unlikely Florida town

It’s a traditional bit of Americana — no high-rises allowed and nary a Missoni microkini in sight. But the casual, family-friendly beach is also home to a glamorous jewel of a boutique hotel with Hollywood lineage. Royal Blues Hotel was opened three years ago by Hollywood producer Edward Walson

Airline installs Body Cameras on Ground Crews in UK and France

Guernsey airline Aurigny has installed the cameras by company Edesix Ltd in uniforms worn by crew, who man flights to the U.K. and France. Dave Cox, the ground operations manager for Aurigny, spoke with The New York Times about the company's decision

Airbnb lists Converted Cold War Nuclear Missile Silo as Rental, Report says

The Subterra Castle was previously the home of a nuclear warhead during the early-to-mid 1960’s, The Topeka Capital-Journal reported. After it was left abandoned for decades, Ed and Dianna Peden reportedly bought the property in 1994 and reconstructed it into “an underground mansion.”

Why Switzerland Should Be Your Next Wine Destination

As a destination, Switzerland is often overshadowed by its neighbors. It’s surprising when you consider its French- and Italian-inflected food, the natural beauty of its lakes and mountains, the friendly people, and the enviable quality of life

Bali Volcano: What Does Mount Agung's Likely Erruption Mean For Travellers?

The volcanic alert level on the Indonesian island of Bali has been raised to the maximum, level four, as Mount Agung appears to be on the point of a major eruption. With the airport closed, tens of thousands of tourists are stranded on the island

Chef Roy Yamaguchi Just Designed a Restaurant on a Cruise Ship, and His Design Goes Way Beyond Cuisine

Roy Yamaguchi is no stranger to good food. He says he’s long dreamed of opening a restaurant on the sea, and now he has: the Asian Market Kitchen on MSC Seaside, set to sail from Miami this December

Regent teases Luxury Seven Seas Splendor

Hot on the 2016 debut of its most luxurious ship to-date, Regent Seven Seas Cruises just announced the name of the sister-ship to its award-winning Seven Seas Explorer

Smoking Lounges? Most of World’s Busiest Airports Still have Them, CDC says

One piece of advice for stressful travel days is to slow down and take a deep breath. But in many of the world’s busiest airports that deep breath may come with a dose of second-hand cigarette smoke, which the Surgeon General has declared a health risk at any level of exposure

Pope Urban II Launches First Crusade

On this day in 1095, Catholic Pope Urban II launched the First Crusade to reclaim the Holy Lands, and in particular Jerusalem, for the Christians

Not Your Typical Cruise Ship

New vessels aim for new passengers who are adventurous, design-savvy and, in some cases, younger

Five Places to Shop in San Sebastián, Spain

In the Basque city of San Sebastián, Spain, Gros is a low-key neighborhood behind Zurriola beach that caters to residents, with shops focused on what's local, from bookshelves and bathing suits to take-away beers worth a stroll across the river

Hang Time Coaster Coming to Knott's Berry Farm in 2018

HangTime, the new coaster coming next summer to Knott’s Berry Farm in Buena Park, Calif., will capitalize on the anticipation by bringing riders up to the top of a 150-foot vertical lift hill, nudging them over the edge of the precipice at a woozy 60-degree angle and letting them hang there for a few agonizing seconds

United Airlines Reveals 10 New Routes, Including Two New Destinations

United Airlines is adding 10 new routes from five of its hub airports, including flights to two cities it does not currently serve: Elmira, N.Y., and Wilmington, N.C. The new service comes as United looks to solidify its network by increasing connecting opportunities at its hub airports

Escape City Life at these Public Lands

The U.S. Department of the Interior is joining in the #OptOutside message to encourage people to explore the great outdoors this Black Friday. They've chosen some beautiful, scenic public lands convenient to cities around the USA to choose from

How to Spend a Weekend in Beirut

Lebanon is enjoying a period of peace and prosperity and Beirut is thriving. Its vibrant art, food and nightlife rival anything New York, Paris or London have to offer. And Lebanon is such a small country that nowhere is more than two hours’ drive away

7 Under-The-Radar U.S. Spots To Turn Your Hobby Into A Vacation

The holidays are right around the corner, and what better way to spend them than to indulge in activities that bring you joy? For many travelers, the perfect getaway not only allows you to relax, but also to pursue your hobbies away from home

14 Ingenious Packing Tips From People Who Travel For A Living

There’s nothing we travelers love more than a good packing tip. Once learned, a DIY travel hack (like rolling an entire outfit into a tiny ball) can change the way you pack forever

Yule jewel: World's Largest Christmas Emporium Supersizes Holiday Fun

The family-run emporium has been a perennial favorite in this Bavarian-themed mid-Michigan town for more than 70 years. Today, it lays claim to being the world’s largest Christmas store and attracts 2 million visitors annually

Take a Look at the New Shinola Hotel in Detroit

As construction continues on the eagerly anticipated Shinola Hotel in downtown Detroit, Bedrock LLC is offering new views of the project. The 130-room hotel is expected to begin offering reservations next summer and open in fall 2018

Six-story Hotel Proposed for Westlake site at Olympic, Alvarado

The hotel's first floor would have 7,000 square feet of space for a restaurant. Parking would be provided via three levels of parking, two of which will be underground. The hotel would rise at 2001 West Olympic Boulevard, near South Alvarado Street

Alaska Cruise for Early-Stage Dementia Travelers and Their Caregivers

Set sail for a week of scenic wonders paired with an onboard conference on Alzheimer's and other dementia-related illnesses. The cruise is for caregivers and family members with early-stage Alzheimer’s and dementia as well senior-care practitioners

Driving or Flying Out of New Orleans for Thanksgiving? Here's What You Need to Know

It looks like it will be mostly smooth sailing Wednesday (Nov. 22) for New Orleans travelers driving or flying out for Thanksgiving plans elsewhere in the country. Those flying today should be prepared for long lines at the airport, though the weather looks like it will be cooperating with travel plans

Chicago Airports Among Busiest in U.S. Over Holidays. Experts say Arrive Way Early.

The Chicago Department of Aviation said Tuesday that O'Hare and Midway airports will be among the busiest in nation over the next week. Sunday is expected to be the busiest travel day at both airports

What to Pack, When to Hit the Road, for your Thanksgiving Holiday Trip

Take along rain gear if you're headed to Florida or the Pacific Northwest; sweaters and a knit cap for the Midwest and the Northeast; and if you're coming to Southern California for Thanksgiving, a swimsuit and sunscreen

Blackbeard

On this day in the year 1718, the notorious pirate Blackbeard was killed in battle off the coast of Ocracoke, North Carolina by a crew of British sailors under the authority of the governor of Virginia

5 Rules for a Really Good Trip With the Kids

Tips include: Let everyone pick an activity, figure out child care in advance, determine the accommodations that best suit your family

Eschewing High-Tech Hotel Amenities in Favor of Old-School Record Players

While many properties today emphasize their technology-related innovations, at some hotels, old-school record players, with impressive vinyl collections to go with them, are taking center stage

A Guide to Cap Ferret, the Cape Cod of France

While the French have largely relinquished the Côte d’Azur to foreigners — letting them fight for tables, sit in traffic and overpay for beach towels — they’ve kept one of their country’s best escapes for themselves: Cap Ferret, a windswept, pine-covered peninsula off the coast of southwest France

Number of Fliers Bumped by Airlines hits a Record Low

Airlines continued setting records for bumping fewer passengers in July, August and September, according to the Transportation Department. The airlines that bumped the largest shares of passengers were Spirit, Frontier and Southwest. The ones with the lowest rates were Delta, Virgin, JetBlue – and United

The Secret Way Airports are Monitoring You to Reduce Queuing Times

Mobile phones, now carried by over 98 per cent of airline passengers, are one of the secret sources feeding the data that pops up on those increasingly ubiquitous “wait time” screens, helping alleviate passenger exasperation by managing expectations

NYC Launches New Tourism Campaign: True York City

The tourism agency NYC AND Company on Monday launched a new campaign called “True York City” designed to promote iconic attractions as well as unique experiences, neighborhoods and local businesses

Peru is Opening Up a Little-Known Alternative to Machu Picchu with a New Road and Cable Car

The new infrastructure would allow tourists to explore the stairways, terraces, plazas and temples that form the hilltop complex, spanning 1,800 hectares, as part of a trip to its more famous neighbour

Black Friday Cruise Deals Being Offered by Cruise Lines for 2017

So far Norwegian Cruise Line, Princess Cruises, MSC Cruises, and Cunard Line have announced what they will be offering for Black Friday. However, some cruise lines wait until the last minute to announce their Black Friday cruise deals

Why a Cruise is the Best Way to Visit Papua New Guinea's Jungle Tribes

You don’t have to go far into the interior, to have Papua New Guinea leave its mark on you. You could try the soft way, on a cruise

Busabout Ambassador Leanne Melody Shares her Top Travel Tips

Escape caught up with Melody to suss out her top travel tips - including the $2 tip that’ll change the way you pack and her secret to scoring a seat upgrade

World's Best Ski Resort in 2017

It's not only the highest ski resort in Europe and part of the world's largest ski area -- now Val Thorens in the French Alps has been voted best ski resort in the world for 2017. Val Thorens, which caters for a range of budgets and has built six 4 and 5 star hotels in the last six years, is part of the famous 3 Vallees

8 Airlines and their Boarding Procedures

Airlines continually tweak the order in which they board passengers. Jetblue recently changed its boarding procedure, so it's a good time to take a look at how the different U.S.-based airlines are getting bums in seats

A Look at 5 NYC Hotels, Each with Something Special to Offer

A hotel is more than just a place to rest your head. Many hotels have something truly special to offer, and often those features can be experienced even if you're not staying overnight. Here's a quick look at five Manhattan hotels and what's unique about each of them

Take the Road Less Traveled with these European Gems

While most people flock to Europe in the summer, winter has its own charms — especially if you avoid the most popular destinations like France and Italy. Often overlooked, these three European destinations prove they are just as alluring as their next-door neighbor

5 Private Islands Where You Can Get Away From It All

From small havens in Panama to sanctuaries off of the Great Barrier Reef, there’s no need to upgrade to the presidential suites at these locations. The whole place is already yours

Bloody Sunday

One of the seminal events in the Irish fight with the UK for independence took place on this day in 1920. The Irish Republican Army's Chief of Intelligence Michael Collins devised a plan for the assassination of 35 British intelligence agents in Dublin

Detroit: The Most Exciting City in America?

How a 21st century Detroit navigates the dangers of regeneration is a particularly poignant question on the 50th anniversary of the 1967 Detroit race riots

Thanksgiving Flying Guide: 7 Things to Know

Some tips are constant: Arrive early. Brace for crowds. Pack smart. That advice changes little from year to year. But there are some updates for 2017 that are different than in previous years

Fast-growing Aer Lingus makes Seattle its 12th U.S. Destination

The Irish carrier will begin flying there 18, offering four flights a week to its main hub in Dublin on 265-seat Airbus A330 aircraft. Seattle becomes the latest U.S. airport to land new service on fast-growing Aer Lingus

Norwegian Cruise Line Kicks Off Black Friday Promotion

The offer brings free drinks, free specialty restaurant dining and other perks to customers who book a trip in the next few days

How a Victorian Railway Line became Ireland's Coolest New Bike Trail

The transformation of this stretch of railway provides the perfect opportunity to explore the unfamiliar landscapes of Ireland's east coast

Oman: Amazing Facts and Reasons to Visit

Neither as glitzy as Dubai nor as known for its history as Jordan, Oman could be described as that rarest of things - a part of the Middle East that, relatively speaking, has neither fame nor notoriety. Unappreciated? Underrated? Perhaps both these things

'Pay Least, Board Last' – British Airways unveils its Newest Policy

As of December 12, all travellers flying within Europe will be assigned a group number between one and five at check-in, based on the fare they paid and their frequent flyer status

7 Reasons Why Japan Is Amazing For Solo Female Travelers

When choosing a suitable destination to travel to as a solo female, Japan may not be the first place that springs to mind, and that isn’t for any derogatory reason, but simply because there is not enough information out there about precisely how female friendly Japan actually is

Vintage Fliers: Lufthansa Restores Historic Aircraft

German airline Lufthansa takes its history seriously as it restores vintage aircraft. You will be able to see them and even take special flights

Air Travel is Such a Pain that This Woman Started her Own Airline

Artist Qinmin Liu hates flying commercial so much that she started her own airline that flies exclusively to art events. First stop: Art Basel Miami in December

The Best of Lebanon's Lodging: Le Gray Hotel

Le Gray boasts an enviable position at a modern-day crossroads. In fact, a cornerstone property of the newly rebuilt downtown, it attracts Beirut’s fashionable to its bars and restaurants who mingle with well-heeled tourists and business travelers

Hotels Get Rid of Closets, add Other Storage Solutions

Closet doors and dressers are disappearing, nooks are becoming more fashionable and the bed is serving a dual purpose with space underneath for bags

With Renovations and New Restaurants, LAX Hotels are Taking Off

The $14 billion in improvements at LAX have stolen the show, but the airport is not the only place that’s getting a face-lift. Check out the nearby hotels on Century Boulevard for a happy surprise for out-of-town guests or for you if you have an early flight

Louisiana Creates a Shopping Trail to Promote Unique Stores

Gov. Billy Nungesser's office says Louisiana Tax Free Shopping for International Visitors announced the launch of a "cultural shopping trail" aimed at promoting unique retail experiences and local shopping to out-of-state visitors

8 Reasons to Put the Blue City on Your Bucket List

The word magical is fairly overused today, but if there’s a place that truly epitomizes the mystical adjective it’s Chefchaouen, in the northwest of Morocco. It’s a destination known by many—especially Instagram and Pinterest addicts—as simply the “Blue City,” and it’s perched amid the Rif Mountains

Ice Rinks Where Skating Doesn't Require Winter Weather

The city by the bay isn’t the only burg to surprise visitors with temporary rinks. Here are four more temperate tourist destinations where you can glide on the ice — or at least a synthetic version thereof

The Sinking of the Essex

On this day in 1820 a giant sperm whale attacked and sank the whaling vessel Essex in off of the western coast of South America. The survivors climbed aboard two life boats and made it to a small island

American Song Launched 7 Weeks Ahead of Schedule

American Cruise Lines announced today that it successfully launched its brand new riverboat American Song into the Wicomico River on Friday, November 17th. The first ship in the Line’s highly anticipated Modern Riverboat Series, American Song has made a big splash—both in the water and the news

Gaudí’s First Completed House Opens to the Public

The first house designed by Antoni Gaudí opened to the public on Thursday in Barcelona, Spain, after a major restoration. Casa Vicens, in the city’s Gràcia district, was the first house designed and built by the Spanish architect, who is best known for the eccentric Sagrada Família basilica in the city’s center

Celebrity Cruises to Build New Ship for the Galapagos

To be called Celebrity Flora, the 100-passenger vessel will feature all-suite accommodations the line says will be the largest and most luxurious in the destination

Why a Bike Tour is the Best Way to See Soweto

We had come to Soweto on a bike tour organised by Lebo’s Backpackers, a hostel in Orlando, Soweto’s tourist hub. Cycling tours are so popular now that there are three on offer – an in-depth full day exploring the township, a four-hour ride and a two-hour rundown of the highlights

Wilderness Reserve: The Perfect Country Escape For City-Weary Londoners

The view of Sibton Park Manor shrouded in mist and surrounded by sheep in the middle of the reserve is one worthy of a Thomas Hardy novel. The manor house itself is also easily imagined within in a spooky Victorian tale

Germany Replaces US as Country with Best International Image

Germany has been named the country with the best "brand image" according to a new study of 50 countries. It has leapfrogged the USA, which previously held the title

Kuwait Airways Allowed to Refuse Service to Israelis

Kuwait Airways is not obliged to transport Israeli passengers, a German court has ruled. The verdict - delivered over a case in which the airline cancelled a passenger's ticket - has led to accusations of anti-Semitism

Why Now's the Time to Plan a Zimbabwe Holiday

While the beleaguered Nicaraguans and Serbs watched their savings erode, Zimbabwe seemed to be the success story of Southern Africa. It offered natural adventure, national parks and impressive heritage – notably the ancient city of Great Zimbabwe, from which the nation takes its name

Egypt displays Previously Unseen King Tut Artifacts

At least 55 pieces of fabric decorated with gold that were found in the tomb of the pharaoh, better known as King Tut, will be exhibited in public for the first time since its discovery in 1922, said German conservator Christian Eckmann

The Canary Islands – But Not As You Know Them

You may think the Canary Islands are just a fly-and-flop destination. But where else can you hop from prehistoric jungle to desert, thrill to top-notch watersports, spot whales then savour a Michelin-starred meal – in January?

America’s Love of Ancestry Hits the Road. Welcome to Heritage Tourism.

We not only want to know our country of origin, we want to explore it, too. Professional genealogists are seeing a rise in heritage tourism

Woman claims American Airlines ignored Safety Rules, forced her Child to Fly on her Lap

A woman is accusing American Airlines of forcing her to fly with her child seated in her lap, even though she purchased separate seats for both of her children. Kelly Duvall was flying with her 18-month-old daughter and 3-year-old son from Phoenix to Chicago back in August

Tokyo offers Travelers a 'Fascinating and Unexpected' Vacation like no other

For Americans, the idea of visiting Asia can be daunting. There’s so much possibility, and it is, after all, literally the other side of the world. But an excellent introduction can be made with a visit to Japan’s capital city of Tokyo

Epic Iceland Spa Resort Promises New Escape

There are already plenty of reasons to visit Iceland, but if its abundant waterfalls, lava fields, glaciers and natural baths aren't enough, there may soon be another. Architects are proposing to build a stunning new spa resort north of Reykjavik inspired by an Icelandic saga and the country's majestic landscape

Carnival Bringing New Cruise Ships to New Orleans in 2019

Carnival Cruise Line will swap out its local ships in 2019, including bringing in a larger ship to sail short cruises throughout the year. Starting in May 2019, the Carnival Triumph, based in New Orleans, will be replaced by the Carnival Valor, which currently sails from Galveston

How Clear Can Speed Up the Airport Screening Process

Clear uses biometric technology (fingerprints, iris scans) to help passengers get through security. Here' how the program works

The Pilgrm, Paddington, London: Hotel Review

Space may be at a premium in this new hotel, but beautiful reclaimed fixtures and tempting food more than make up for the lack of elbow room

Xiamen Airlines to Launch Los Angeles - Phnom Penh Route

Xiamen Airlines is proud to announce the launch of a new service from Los Angeles to Cambodia’s capital Phnom Penh, by inaugurating flights between Xiamen (XMN) and Phnom Penh (PNH), commencing January 28, 2018

The Luxor Massacre

One of the darkest events in international tourism occurred on this date in 1997 in Luxor, Egypt. One of Egypt’s top tourist attractions, the Temple of Hatshepsut, was filled with tourists from around the world at around 08:45 am

Do People Still Use a Travel Agency?

Once upon a time, about 20 years ago, you needed to use a travel agent to book a trip. In the world of Google Flights, and better travel rewards credit cards, and the many different flight booking sites, do people still use travel agencies?

36 Hours in Osaka, Japan

Many visitors bypass Osaka. What are they missing? An approachable, friendly city with worth-a-detour cuisine, cool new coffee shops, bars and boutiques

10 Insanely Affordable Destinations for Winter 2017-18

From cities with epic Christmas markets to wallet-friendly beach vacations, these destinations are both festive and affordable this year

J.D. Power: JetBlue Best for Frequent-Flier Satisfaction

That’s according to J.D. Power, which rolled out its 2017 Airline Loyalty Program Satisfaction Study on Wednesday. While J.D. Power has rated airline customer satisfaction for years, the latest study is the group’s first to look specifically at airline loyalty programs

Could Cruising be the Cure for Millennial Malaise?

Going on a traditional British cruise might not sound like a young person's game, but Helen Coffey discovers cruising offers a unique charm all its own

Boom Supersonic Jet to Fly from London to New York in Three Hours and 15 Minutes by 2025

The founder of the company, Blake Scholl, revealed the plans at a conference in Dubai, adding that the full-size boom aircraft is expected to travel at speeds of over 1,687mph, which is 100mph faster than Concorde

Move aside Ryanair – These 10 Budget Airlines are Taking the World by Storm

There's a new breed of low-cost carriers looking to take the world’s skies by storm. Introducing the low-cost airlines changing travel, one budget fare at a time

The One Thing You Can Do Ahead Of Time To Avoid A Canceled Flight

The only thing worse than the middle seat on an airplane? No seat at all. But there is one easy trick that can help minimize the risk of getting your flight canceled (or severely delayed)

Seven of the Coolest Hotel Experiences Around the World

Hotels today offer an incredible variety of amenities; you can learn new skills, support local communities, and of course avail yourself of those spas and white-sand beaches. From mountainous Bhutan to sunny Florida, we've rounded up seven of the coolest hotel experiences around the world

Art, Music, Food and Culture: Hanoi Locals Share Their Secrets

Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, overflows with art, music and culture. Locals share their secrets on where travelers should go

Should You Get the Drinks Package on a Cruise?

A cruise without a cocktail — or at least a mocktail — is a bit like a kiss without a cuddle. But should you purchase a drinks’ package? Cruise lines offer a variety of drinks packages, from soft-drinks to premium deals, so you know the tab before the sail away party. Here some pros and cons

December filled with Holiday Boat Parades across Florida

The thousands of lights reflecting on the water make for a unique holiday experience while passengers celebrate and speakers pump out holiday tunes. Here’s some of the best options

In Rome, Vogue’s Hamish Bowles Investigates the Work of a Baroque Art Genius

Curated by the gallery’s glamorous director, Anna Coliva, and art historian Andrea Bacchi, “Bernini” (through February 4) unites the Borghese’s own masterworks with some 60 additional loans from international institutions and collections—offering an unprecedented opportunity to admire the artist’s holistic vision of beauty

Historic Montgomery Apartments to be Redeveloped into Boutique Hotel

The historic Hilltop Arms Apartments in Montgomery will be redeveloped into a modern, upscale boutique hotel, the developer announced on Wednesday. The new hotel, Hilltop Suites AND Spa, will feature 80 suite hotel rooms, more than 6,000 square feet of meeting and event areas, and numerous bars and restaurants

A California Hotel Is Offering a ‘Snowy’ Upgrade for Game of Thrones Fans

If you're a fan of HBO's Game of Thrones and your winter vacation plans see you heading to the West Coast, the Kimpton Shorebreak Hotel is offering you an exclusive upgrade to make your stay one-of-a-kind

Operation Paperclip

World War II was over, but the Cold War was beginning to simmer. The United States seized on the opportunity to grab the technology lead in rocket design and development

A Cleveland Arts District Hustles and Rebounds

Like many good-news stories in Cleveland, the growth of the Gordon Square Arts District owes something to LeBron James, the Cleveland Cavaliers superstar. Gordon Square is the commercial heart of a larger neighborhood near Lake Erie known as Detroit Shoreway

Napa Tries to Lure Visitors Back With Hotel Deals and More

In an effort to entice visitors back after wildfires devastated the area, some hotels in Napa are offering attractive deals

American adds Iceland flights as Competition Surges

Flight options between the U.S. and Iceland have proliferated this decade amid an increasingly competitive landscape

Get off the Beaten Path and Head to the South's Lowcountry

The 100-mile coastal strand of the Atlantic from Charleston, S.C., to Savannah, Ga., is a paradise lost in time, where dolphins, giant loggerhead turtles and prehistoric-looking palmettos abound. But if you want to unravel the region’s mysteries, you’ll have to venture beyond Hilton Head, the South Carolina tourist mecca partway between the two cities

Why it's Time to Swap Disney for Downtown Orlando

Downtown's ascension to coolness began a few years ago, when the powers that be decided to harness the potential of a city centre few visitors knew about. Today its main artery, West Church Street, is home to some of Orlando's best bars and restaurants, including the Rusty Spoon (therustyspoon.com), opened by Kathleen Blake, an award-winning chef who's passionate about local produce

Alaska Airlines to Halt Flights to Cuba

Alaska Airlines says it will stop flying to Havana after demand dropped and the Trump administration imposed new restrictions on travel to Cuba

The 15 Best Destinations for December Sun

December is an alluring time to travel in search of much-needed warmth. There is something of an air of extravagance to the idea of being abroad for Christmas, shunning turkey bones and dirty plates for Santa hats on the beach

Flying for Thanksgiving? Here's 11 Things Not to Do on the Plane

Thanksgiving is a stressful time as it is, but it's especially stressful for those of us that have to fly for the holidays. Lucky for us travelers, alleviating some of that anxiety is easier than we think

Louis Vuitton Exhibit pays Tribute to ‘Art of Travel’

The “art of travel” has always been synonymous with the Louis Vuitton name and now the Parisian house is offering those of us in the States a bon voyage in the form of an exhibition

Don't be a 'Disaster Gawker': 6 Travel Tips on How to Help after a Catastrophe

Months and years after the camera crews leave, the affected areas will need teachers, business consultants, nurses, behavioural health professionals, agricultural experts and skilled volunteers. Forrester shared the following advice on how to avoid being a disaster gawker and to make a difference

India River Cruise: Kolkata to Farakka with India Unbound

A visit during a river cruise up the Hooghly River from Kolkata to where the river branches off the Ganges at Farakka is a bit of an Indiana Jones experience

Dead Calm: Communing with Spirits on a Psychic Cruise

sychic medium Matthew Fraser’s “Spiritual Odyssey on the Sea” will likely have a better outcome. For one thing, the seven-night cruise on Holland America’s ms Nieuw Amsterdam leaving out of Fort Lauderdale, March 24-31, will have plenty of food and beverages on board

Winter Travel: Southwest Airlines Sale offers Fares starting at $55

Southwest Airlines winter sale: One-way trips from South Florida to New York or Washington for $90 and round trip to the Caribbean for $59

Hotel Plans Unveiled for Military Site

Plans have been unveiled for a £15m hotel at the historic Ebrington site in Londonderry. The Ebrington Leisure Group say the 152 bedroom hotel will create around 100 new full and part-time jobs if approved

Hotels Upgrade Bathrooms for More Demanding Guests

Bathrooms have become as important to travelers as bedrooms, and hotels are taking the plunge into more creative guestroom lavatories

Suite Spot: Imperial Hotel, Tokyo

If metamorphosis were an Olympic sport, Tokyo’s Imperial Hotel might be a two-time gold medalist. Frank Lloyd Wright won acclaim across Japan for his bold design of the hotel’s 1923 incarnation, which not only replaced the original 1890 structure but also survived the Great Kanto Earthquake on opening day

K-19

The Soviet nuclear submarine K-19 was perhaps the unluckiest piece of military equipment ever assembled. From the beginning of its construction to its decommissioning, the submarine would suffer fires, radiation leaks, and a series of fatal accidents

Amtrak Updates Northeast Train Seating, with Some Improvements in Time for Holidays

Fresh carpeting and seat cushions have a new-car smell. LED lighting is brighter than its incandescent and fluorescent predecessors. And simulated-leather seats feel like the latest airline seats rather than the previous blue fabric

November Roundup: Here are the Latest Hotel Renovations to Check Out

The hotel industry is thriving, with new properties popping up all over the USA. As a result, existing properties are renovating to keep up. This month, USA TODAY takes a look at notable hotel renovations

Keel Laid for Another Giant Royal Caribbean Ship, Spectrum of the Seas

A shipyard in Germany on Thursday officially laid the keel for Spectrum of the Seas, one of six giant vessels on order for Royal Caribbean

How Snowdonia became the Adventure Capital of the UK

Once upon a time, sleepy Snowdonia lured visitors with hill walking, slate mine tours and steam railways. Nowadays it’s become the UK’s adrenaline junkie capital, offering a feast of ground-breaking and world-class extreme adventure pursuits

Why You Should Visit Eugene

A harmonious symphony of dichotomies and diversity keeps "Track Town" running. In Eugenelandia, discover a diverse culture — counter/mainstream, team sports/outdoor adventures, vegan/carnivorous — that moves in mysteriously harmonious ways

The First Class Cabin War: Emirates unveils 'Zero Gravity' Flat Beds inspired by Nasa

Fully enclosed private suites with floor-to-ceiling sliding doors, "virtual windows" and Mercedes-Benz style interiors with seats offering a “zero gravity” position said to be inspired by Nasa technology are among the new “game-changing” cabin designs unveiled by Emirates as part of a multimillion dollar upgrade across all of its Boeing 777 cabins

Real von Trapps Competing with Modern Vermont Hotels

Guests go to Trapp Family Lodge in Vermont for "Sound of Music" nostalgia. The family hopes they return for hiking, biking, skiing and more

In Time for the Holidays, a Seasonal Primer on Luggage Etiquette

What better time to brush up on your luggage etiquette and learn a defensive manoeuvre or two? It starts with what you bring

Conrad Chicago Hotel Offering Rooms for $11.14 a Night, starting Tuesday

Conrad Chicago turns 1 year old Tuesday, and the hotel is marking the occasion by giving customers a present: overnight stays for $11.14. (Get it? Nov. 14?)

These 'Star Wars' Bars Will Take You to the Dark Side

Set to open this month, the Star Wars-themed Dark Side bars will have locations in Los Angeles, Washington, D.C., and New York City

Traveling From England to New York . . . Via Ocean Liner

This isn't a cruise, it's a crossing: six days without any land, on a ship a lot like the Titanic

There Are Several Reasons Why Georgia Should Be on Your Mind

Georgia has long been a collision of cultures, as it borders Russia and Turkey, Armenia and Azerbaijan, and is fairly close neighbors with Iran. Mesmerizing architecture, relaxing sulphur baths, and a growing food and wine scene

Tours of Flood-Damaged Scotty's Castle in Death Valley National Park focus on Repairs

Starting Dec. 2, the attraction, which has been closed since October 2015, is set to reopen to weekly tours for visitors who want to see its renovations firsthand. The sprawling Spanish Colonial-style house with a turret that looks like a castle was built by Walter Scott, or Death Valley Scotty, starting in 1922

A Whale of a Time: a Moby-Dick Marathon in Massachusetts

Fans gather in a non-stop reading of Herman Melville's entire masterpiece at an annual winter festival in New Bedford, where the idea for the novel was born

Skip Long Lines at the Airport — Without Spending a Dime

As federal officials continue to tweak passenger security screening at U.S. airports, more people could avoid hassle if they joined programs that let them use expedited lanes at checkpoints

Why Airlines Won't Tell You How Long The Flight Is

The arrival and departure times airlines share with their customers often don’t match how long an aircraft actually needs to spend in the air. Airlines exaggerate how long a trip will take so that even when there’s a delay, the plane still arrives “on time," a strategy known as “schedule padding.”

Claude Monet

The French Impressionist painter Claude Monet was born on this day in 1840. Monet's painting Impression, Sunrise, gave the Impressionist movement its name

Airlines Consider Fighting Cameras With Cameras

After cellphone videos began to emerge of clashes between passengers and airline employees, some companies are trying to protect their workers

Five Places to Go in San Francisco

The Bayview neighborhood is coming into its own as a hub for creative, genre-bending craft alcohol producers. Raw industrial spaces are being transformed into production facilities and tasting rooms, decked out with murals by local street artists, and are drawing crowds from all over San Francisco and beyond

Need a Towel? Just Text for One at the Four Seasons

The Four Seasons Chat lets guests send and receive instant messages with hotel employees before, during and even after their stay

No more Check-In Lines? New Royal Caribbean App lets you Walk Right Onto Ship

The app also will open cabin doors and let passengers order drinks, book shore excursions and make dinner reservations

This Is The Best Wine Country You've Never Heard Of

It’s easy to make a comparison between California’s Napa Valley and Mexico’s Valle de Guadalupe. The only problem is that the Mexican up-and-comer wants nothing to do with such a comparison

Emirates places huge $15BN order for Boeing 'Dreamliners' as US Firm leaves Airbus in its Wake

Almost as soon as the Dubai Air Show opened, Boeing extended its 2017 lead in aircraft orders over arch-rival Airbus. Emirates ordered 40 Boeing 787 “Dreamliner” jets, with a list price of over $15bn (£11.4bn), with deliveries starting in 2022

13 Unforgettable Blue Planet Experiences

Have your own Blue Planet II adventure courtesy of Sarah Marshall’s oceanic insight

Peace River Botanical AND Sculpture Gardens opens in Punta Forda, Fla.

After more than a decade of planning, the new privately run Peace River Botanical

Shop and then Plop in One of These Hotels

Hotels are offering deals on rooms for people seeking deals on gifts. Here are six ideas for overnight getaways in destinations that offer plenty of gift shopping in boutiques and outlets

Soneva Jani: Inside One of the Maldives' Most Luxurious Resorts

One of the newest and most expensive resorts in the country, it's made up of just 24 over-water villas -- plus one four-bedroom beach villa -- on the uninhabited island of Medhufaru, which sits within a large, private lagoon in the Noonu Atoll

World's Fastest-Growing Tourism City is in China

Chongqing -- a major Yangtze River port in southwest China -- has become the world's fastest-growing tourism city, recording a whopping 14% growth in its tourism sector last year. Find out why travelers are flocking here and what you can do during your visit

Leave the Cooking Behind. These Caribbean Cruises still have Space for the Holidays.

Some cruises still have space on December holiday sailings, thanks in part to the misimpression that hurricanes closed the region. Here are a few options that will still give you a holiday at sea, where someone else does the decorating and cooking. The gifts are still up to you

This cushy LA-to-San Francisco Bus lets you Sleep Overnight in a Real (narrow) Bed

Cabin, a new start-up begun by two Stanford alumni, began service in mid-July as a third way to bounce between the NorCal and SoCal cities. The self-proclaimed “moving hotel” is an alternative to the 75-minute flight or 612-kilometre (380-mile) drive

Artsy and Eventful, Princeton, Ill., Makes for a Neat Small-Town Stay

Driving along I-80 and hoping for a caffeinated break in our highway drive, we began Googling. We found our small-town coffee nirvana with Flour House Bakery

How to Make Holiday Travel Feel Luxurious—Even in Economy

Flying in economy can actually be almost elegant with little effort. From in-flight spa treatments to custom cocktails, here are seven ways to make flying feel a little bit luxurious—even if in seat 33D

Rudeness Runs Rampant for Travelers. Is it Your Fault?

Who was rude first, the traveler — or the travel employee? And what, if anything, can be done to reverse the steady, downward spiral of manners in the travel industry?

The Holland Tunnel

New York City's Holland Tunnel opened on this day in 1927. The tunnel is a marvel of early 20th century engineering

Windstar Cruises President John Delaney to Join First San Juan Sailing of the Season in Show of Support

Windstar Cruises President John Delaney wants to fight that negative narrative after the recent storms by revealing, in person, that San Juan and the Caribbean are open for business. As a show of support, Delaney will be sailing on Windstar’s first cruise departing from San Juan this season on November 25

Record Holiday Season for American Cruise Lines!

American Cruise Lines announced today that it has had record sales for its 2017 holiday-themed cruises. All Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s cruises have experienced unprecedented demand on both the Historic South and Lower Mississippi River itineraries

36 Hours in Kauai, Hawaii

All the raves you've heard are true. Kauai is a lush island with just the right mix of amenities and untamed beauty

What You Need to Know About the New ID Law and Travel

The Real ID Act, which takes effect in early 2018, will require some air travelers to have identification other than a driver's license

Ohio Has a New Brewery Trail for Bike Riders

Created by the Athens County Visitors Bureau, the trail offers a nifty way to sample quality craft brews while cycling a 21-mile, scenic path from Athens, Ohio, to Nelsonville, Ohio

Portland, Maine, Gets New Non-Stop to New York LaGuardia on American

American Airlines will connect Portland, Maine, to New York’s LaGuardia Airport starting this spring. The service will begin April 3, with American’s affiliate Envoy offering two daily round-trip flights on 50-seat Embraer ERJ-140 regional jets

Star Clippers Rolls Out Discounts for Military Families

Add Star Clippers to the list of cruise lines rolling out a promotion for military families in honor of Veterans Day. The sailing ship line on Wednesday unveiled an offer for veterans, active military personnel and their families that brings a discount of 15% on any upcoming voyage

How Le Havre went from Laughing Stock to Hipster Haven

The northern port city was granted Unesco status in 2005 for its unique, concrete-heavy architecture, designed by architect Auguste Perret, who was tasked with rebuilding a city flattened by bombs at the end of WWII

TripAdvisor Starts Placing Symbols Next to Hotels Identified as Locations of Sexual Assault

Responding to what one travel expert categorised as “a wakeup call,” TripAdvisor has begun placing symbols next to hotels and resorts that have been identified as locations of sexual assault and other major concerns

Caribbean Cruising Options Abound Offering Fall, Winter Incentives

The Caribbean has always been the quintessential cruise destination, but this might be the best time to take a cruise there in recent memory

8 Reasons to Visit Doha, the World’s Richest City

DUBAI may be a holiday heavyweight, but a neighbouring country has its sights set on becoming the Middle East’s next tourism hotspot — and it has the money to do it

Story of Louis Vuitton: As Travel Changed, so Did Luggage

As travel changed, so did luggage. That's the story told by an elaborate exhibition about Louis Vuitton, the luxury luggage and fashion brand. The exhibition, free to visit and on display in Lower Manhattan through Jan. 7, is called "Volez, Voguez, Voyagez," which means fly, sail, travel

Living the Dream: Dream Hotels Creates New Hip Brand

Dream Hotel Group has been around for 30 years as a management company. It has since created the brands Dream Hotels, Time Hotels, and The Chatwal. It recently opened the first Unscripted Hotels, its newest lifestyle brand, in Durham, N.C., and has announced it will debut a second one in Birmingham, England

Hotel in One of Earth's Driest Places Is Powered by the Sun

The Atacama Desert has the potential to power all of South America, and one small hotel is tapping into it. Located in the northern Chile town of San Pedro—a destination for adventure tourists and backpackers—is the unique Tierra Atacama Hotel and Spa

Hawaiian Airlines Plane Caught on Video Bursting into Flames

The flight from Everett’s Paine Field to Sea-Tac International Airport was carrying only crew on board, as it was being flown to Sea-Tac for maintenance work

100 Years On, Tate Modern Explores Russian Revolutionary Art

Tate Modern is marking the 100th anniversary of the Bolshevik Revolution, which erupted a century ago this week, with an exhibition of posters, paintings, photos and publications created to inspire Russians with revolutionary fervour

Vital Tips when Travelling with a Baby or Toddler

For those who have never travelled with a baby or small child before, air travel presents a whole new set of challenges. Travel experts from Flight Centre compiled some tips and advice you may need to consider before, during and after the flight to ensure your holiday gets off to a good start

The Berlin Wall

Revolution was in the air, but this time, the sentiment was for the West. On November 9, 1989, after weeks of civil unrest, the East German government announced that its citizens could visit the West without fear of reprisal

A $1,000 Day in Cape Town for $100

Taking a high-end itinerary in the charming South African city and, keeping its general spirit, remaking it on a more modest budget

Travel Tips From Comedians: Iliza Shlesinger

Comedians know a thing or two about travel, since their job is to make people laugh in cities all across the world. Here are a few pointers from Iliza Shlesinger, the author of the new book "Girl Logic"

Nine stylish hotels in New York's SoHo

The downtown neighborhood is well known as a shopper's haven, with hip boutiques and major chains lining the streets. If you’re looking to stay in SoHo on your next trip to New York City, consider booking a room at one of these nine appealing hotels

Unusual and Historic Miniature Golf Courses around the USA

Whether you know your way around the links or not, everyone can take a shot at a hole-in-one when it comes to miniature golf. Here’s a look at some historic, fun and unusual mini golf courses that are found today around the USA

Napa and Sonoma Counties Welcome Wine Travel

Now is the time to pack up and make tracks for wine country before the crowds return. Despite the devastating images in the news, wine country by and large remains as lovely as ever

World's Three Largest Cruise Ships Shifting Home Ports for 2019

The three giants of the cruise world soon will be on the move. Royal Caribbean on Tuesday announced that all three of its record-size Oasis Class vessels would be shifting home ports for 2019

How to Earn Free Flights with Frequent Flyer Miles, According to our Expert

Being picky about credit cards is merely the entrance to an incredibly geeky labyrinth – and those prepared to navigate it can often get themselves the comfy seats on the relative cheap

Venice just Banned Mega Cruise Ships from Sailing through the City

It has been a primary source of the tensions overboiling between locals and tourists in Venice, and now the matter of giant cruise ships sailing past St Mark’s Square seems to have reached an uneasy resolution

How to Spend a Weekend in Salvador

With beautiful beaches, Bahian beats and a strong African influence, Salvador is Brazil's coastal gem. Here's what to do in 48 hours

Everything you Need to Know about Visiting the British Museum

The great Bloomsbury behemoth can claim to be the world’s first national collection, based on a bequest from Sir Hans Sloane in 1753 and added to over the centuries

7 Of The World's Best Shopping Destinations

Booking.com rounded up seven fabulous shopping destinations around the world just in time for the holiday season. From luxury department stores to mega malls, these retails hotspots will allow you to solve your gift-giving conundrums in one spree. We’ve also found the ideal place to stay in each spot where you can retreat with your haul and let that smoking credit card cool ― so grab an extra suitcase and head straight to shopping heaven

US Takes Steps to Make it Harder for Americans to visit Cuba

Americans who visit Cuba must now avoid hotels, shops, tour companies and other businesses on a lengthy list released Wednesday by the Trump administration as part of a new policy aimed at cracking down on the communist-run island’s government

Florida Hotels and Resorts line up Cyber Monday deals

Florida hotels and resorts hope to entice holiday shoppers with Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals. Several properties offer up to 30 percent off nightly rates for mutli-night stays. One hotel is offering a free three-night stay if you book a wedding on its property

Once Just for Tennis, Midtown Athletic Club ups its Game with New Hotel

Founded nearly 50 years ago as Midtown Tennis Club, a changing neighborhood, changing city and changing consumer tastes have led the property at 2444 N. Elston Ave. to reinvent itself for a 21st-century audience. The result is the Midtown Athletic Club, which opened Labor Day weekend, and The Hotel at Midtown, debuting Friday

Roy Halladay Dies In Second Crash This Year Of New Plane Meant To Be Easy To Fly

The Icon A5 is a single-engine, two-seat aircraft with a quarter-million-dollar price tag that is the brainchild of Stanford University graduate and former fighter pilot Kirk Hawkins

A Guide to Waiheke Island, the Hamptons of New Zealand

New York has the Hamptons, Milan has Lake Como, Tokyo has Shimoda, and Auckland has Waiheke. Although Auckland City is not exactly a concrete jungle, it shares a commonality with many other metropolitan centers: proximity to an escape that is high-end but low-key

Voters Approve $1 Billion Project to Kansas City International Airport

After years of contentious debate, voters in Kansas City, Mo., on Tuesday overwhelmingly approved a plan to spend $1 billion to replace the current layout of Kansas City International Airport with a single terminal

The Beer Hall Putsch

On this day in 1923, Adolf Hitler, a leader of the fledgling Nazi Party in Germany, attempted a violent overthrow of the government

Street Art Gets a Permanent Home in new Berlin Museum

For decades, street art has been inscribed deeply into Berlin’s cultural DNA. Now, a brand new museum offers street and urban art lovers another reason to visit

United Airlines' Final Boeing 747 Flight is Today

The carrier is operating one last flight on the iconic jet, a specially scheduled "farewell" flight from San Francisco to Honolulu operating as Flight 747

New £20m Bear Grylls World lets Visitors become Extreme Adventurers for the Day

The Bear Grylls Adventure, created in partnership with the TV personality and survival expert, will open as a permanent 8,000 square metre attraction, featuring indoor skydiving, climbing and the highest free-roam high ropes in Europe

British Airways to bring back Second Meal for Long-Haul Flights

Things can only get better: that is the message from BA’s boss, Alex Cruz. Two years to the day after he was named British Airways’ chief executive and chairman, Mr Cruz has revealed a £4.5bn improvement programme which includes restoring catering on longer flights and “the best wifi in the sky in all cabins”

Heraklion, Denpasar and Delhi: the Surprising Cities where Tourism is Booming

Heraklion is Europe’s fastest growing tourism destination for 2017. The Cretan city welcomed 11 per cent more visitors so far this year, compared with the same period in 2016, according to new data from Euromonitor, surpassing its European rivals to register the largest rise in arrivals

Wheeling Around Tucson, Where Things Aren't Always What They Seem

In Arizona’s Sonoran desert, things aren’t always what they seem. While there are no actual mirages, like in those westerns, you’ll see plenty of remarkable things

This App Ups Your Chances Of Getting An Entire Airplane Row To Yourself

What if dreams could come true, and there were a way to increase your chances of guaranteeing an entire row to yourself on your next flight? Brace yourself

The Watergate Hotel gave its Most Infamous room a 'Scandalous' Makeover

Forty-five years after the famous Watergate break-in, the (in)famous Washington, D.C. hotel is paying homage to its most scandalous room

Hampi: Ancient City of Gods, Kings and Ruins

Chosen by King Harihara as his capital in 1336, Hampi grew in grandeur, wealth and power until its fall to the Deccan sultanates confederacy in 1565, after which it was razed, plundered and eventually abandoned. But Hampi's story is much older than that

Hanoi's Best Boutique Hotels

Located in Hanoi's Old Quarter -- a network of 36 streets, organized by trade -- these quaint addresses combine modern amenities with historic atmosphere for an authentic homebase while exploring the city. Here are eight of the best

Universal Unveils Details on 2 Hotels at former Wet 'n Wild site

Universal Orlando and Loews Hotels shared some details, and more complete sketches, of the hotels that will be built on the former Wet ’n Wild water-park land. Pricing on the two hotels will be “value-driven,” according to a Monday news release that says their rates will be below that of Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort

Coast Guard rescues Ill Woman from Cruise Ship off Key West

The U.S. Coast Guard rescued a 66-year-old woman who needed medical care from the Carnival cruise ship Sensation

Why a Small, No-Frills Vessel is the Best Way to Cruise the Mekong River

Mekong cruises have boomed in recent years and G Adventures’ new voyages follow the typical route from Ho Chi Minh City via Cambodia’s capital Phnom Penh to Angkor Wat’s gateway Siem Reap

Does the Orient Express Live Up to Its Glamorous Golden-Age Reputation?

Finding luxury in slow travel on the train that inspired Agatha Christie's Murder on the Orient Express

Air Travelers Resisting the 'Incredible Shrinking Airline Seat'

Thinner, smaller airline seats have allowed carriers to squeeze in more passengers. But travelers have begun to rebel against reduced legroom, citing safety

5 Pieces of Inspiration, and Tips, for Travel in Turbulent Times

Every trip comes with a level of uncertainty, but the thought of visiting a country with a heightened terror threat level or shortening a trip because of an approaching storm will is likely to make most people reconsider their options. In an ever-changing world, here is some inspiration to travel the world and some ways to plan for the unknown while you do

The US Capitol Bombing

The Senate had planned to work late into the evening of Monday, November 7, 1983, but unexpectedly adjourned early. Consequently, at 10:58 p.m., when a thunderous explosion tore through the second floor of the Capitol’s north wing, the adjacent halls were virtually deserted. Many lives had been spared

The Most Welcoming Cities in the World, from Singapore to Stockholm

Singapore scored particularly highly for its welcoming port of entry, achieving a perfect 10 in this category. The country is known for its cleanliness (chewing gum is banned), multi-cultural charm and the prevalence of English signs, making it easy to navigate as a tourist

Five Ways to Get the Best Deal Booking a Hotel Online

The CMA’s primary concern is that sales techniques used by hotel comparison sites may mislead customers and put undue pressure on them to book. We need the CMA to keep them honest, but we can also be canny when using them. Here’s how

5 Of The World's Most Epic Road Trips

From the Pacific Coast Highway in the U.S. — one of the most scenic drives in the world — to China’s over-water highway, there is a route for everyone. Just take your pick

EasyJet has Reported a Jump in Passenger Figures for Last Month

The London-listed company, which recently announced that it was paying around £35m for bankrupt Air Berlin’s slots at the German capital’s Tegel airport, transported just over 7.5 million passengers in October

Still here After 12,000 years: Honoring the Sites and Cultures of Indigenous New England

Conventional Thanksgiving lore does give props to Massasoit and Plymouth-area Wampanoag for bringing most of the food to dinner. But the Pilgrims are only one part of the story. The Wampanoag Homesite at Plimoth Plantation depicts Native life vividly, but here are a half dozen museums that focus exclusively on the indigenous side of New England’s heritage

Here's the Difference Between Travel Alerts and Warnings

The U.S. State Department frequently issues advisories for travel to countries around the world. When an alert or warning includes a destination you were planning to visit, you likely have questions and concerns. But before you imagine the worst case scenario and cancel a trip, here's what you need to know

Idaho Hopes to Boost Tourism with Prizewinning Night Skies

A rare designation from the International Dark-Sky Association could be a major boon for the Gem State

Disney Reveals Details for Revamped Pixar Pier

Big news, Disney lovers. Things are about to get a whole lot more Pixar-ated at Disney California Adventure’s largest attraction. In a Nov. 2 press release, the entertainment giant announced that the park’s Paradise Pier will be revamped and renamed “Pixar Pier” for summer 2018

Loving Lima One Dish at a Time

Move over, Texas. In Peru, everything is bigger and better. That’s because the under-the-radar country is nourished and inspired by the aortas of the Amazon Basin Rainforest, which covers some 60% of its land mass

Peak South Florida Cruise Season Opens with 'Smart' Ships, Fancy Terminals, Luxe Voyages

It’s time for South Florida’s annual peak cruise season, and passengers are about to be greeted with “smart” ships that offer high-tech concierge services, a re-imagined cruise terminal with a movie theater, digital avatar sailing companions and ultra-luxury voyages with butler service

Deal watch: Carnival Cruise Line offers Military Families Credits, Upgrades

Available through Nov. 14, the offer brings active and retired military personnel a $50 per cabin credit on up to three cabins as well as a free two-category upgrade

Best Western Creates New Hotel Brand

The BW Signature Collection by Best Western joins two other “soft brands” that the company has produced in recent years. Once known as an economy brand for travelers, Best Western has expanded into the independent and upscale market with such offshoots as BW Signature

Hotel Hit Squad: Beaverbrook, Surrey - a Big-Budget Vision of a Fantasy England

Once home to a press baron, Beaverbrook is a big-budget country house hotel serving up a fantasy England

This Stunning Hawaiian Resort Has a Three-story Oceanarium in It

The all-new Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach, opening next month, is the latest sophisticated resort to pop up on Waikiki. The hotel, designed by Rockwell Group, has nearly completed its $115-million renovation, and the results — from the guest rooms to the pool deck — are absolutely stunning

Man Crawls through Baggage Carousel, Sneaks onto Tarmac at Miami Airport

Video shows a man diving into a luggage carousel at Miami International Airport. He later made it onto the runway tarmac and was arrested by police

Why It Takes So Long to Get Off the Plane After It Lands

Passengers may see landing as the end of a flight, but for the airport crew the process has just begun

Meet the Press

The highest rated Sunday morning news talk show debuted on this day in 1947

Day-Tripping With Family to the Manor Reborn

National Trust properties, grand sites often bequeathed by Britons who can no longer afford them, are a surprisingly child-friendly option for getaways

U.S. Passports of Child Sex Offenders Will Note Their Convictions

The State Department announced this week that a sentence noting the conviction would be added to the back inside cover of offender's passports

Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills review: Luxury Art Deco-Inspired Hotel with Jean Georges restaurant

In a nutshell: A swish, art deco-inspired luxury hotel in Beverly Hills – grand yet modern, luxurious but with laid-back staff

The Science Behind the Elbow War – What Kind of Human Being Hogs Both Armrests?

Last month we examined the eternal window vs aisle debate (window seats won the popularity stakes by a narrow margin, according to our poll). Today we’re addressing another air travel conundrum - armrest rights

The Best South Downs Pub Walks

The walks below have been chosen to take full advantage of the variety of this downland landscape as autumn casts its spell, while the pubs are recommended for their authentic country atmosphere and warm welcome

Is This the World's Wildest Skiing Destination?

You know you’re skiing somewhere special when a group of your fellow adventurers declare that they’ve spotted a pack of wolves roaming high up on the glacier they just descended. But then, perhaps we had become too blithely accustomed to the otherness of our Canadian surroundings and the remote frontier location

Which Airline was just Voted the Best in the World for the Fifth Year Running?

Air New Zealand is the recipient of the number one placing by AirlineRatings.com in its annual assessment of the world's carriers, ranking ahead of its antipodean rivals Qantas and Singapore Airlines

8 Luxurious Spas Around The World To Melt Your Worries Away

To travel is to relax, unwind and get away from life’s everyday stresses. It’s the perfect way to disconnect and to try something new (and ideally healthy). Whether you indulge in a spa treatment or simply soak up the setting in an exciting new location, you can’t deny that you’ll feel refreshed and revitalized afterwards

Popular Airline is Removing First Class Seats to Make Room for More Economy

Emirates airline is testing their business and economy only planes on some of its Airbus A380 this holiday season because of an “increased consumer demand over the busy Christmas peak season,” the airline said in a statement to Inc.

A Facelift for Singapore's Grand Dame

The Raffles Hotel still retains a special place in the hearts of Singaporeans and travelers alike, thanks to its fabled history and quaint atmosphere that hints at the Roaring '20s and a romanticized nostalgia for the better elements of the British colonial era

Old Trucker Hangouts now Cool Places to Stay

Around the U.S., hoteliers are turning down-at-the-heels motels-a national icon of sorts-into stylish, remarkably upscale hotels. The trend started a decade ago, according to Mike Cahill, founder and chief executive officer of hospitality real estate firm HREC Investment Advisors

Grand Turk Welcomes First Cruise Ship Since Hurricane Maria

The Carnival Corp.-operated port in Turks AND Caicos welcomed Carnival Ecstasy passengers on November 1 with sunny skies, pristine beaches and a bustling shopping and dining scene; shore excursions around the island also were available. Onboard, a reception was held for the ship's officers, Carnival Corp. execs and local government officials

Cruise Line Offering Sale on Cruises to Tahiti, Bora Bora, and the French Polynesia

Paul Gauguin Cruises, operator of the highest-rated and longest continually sailing luxury cruise ship in the South Pacific, the m/s Paul Gauguin, has announced a Two-Week Sale on select 2018 Tahiti, French Polynesia, and South Pacific voyages

The Most Beautiful Small Towns in Mexico

The diversity of landscape across Mexico means that different regions offer distinctive delights, from desert ghost towns and quaint colonial pueblos seeped in history to laid-back beach towns popping with color. The options are endless, but here are 10 of our favorite small-town getaways to inspire your next trip

Go Beyond Tulum With the Ideal Yucatán Road Trip

The Yucatán Peninsula, located in southeast Mexico, is well known for oceanfront hot spots Tulum and Holbox, as well as progressive Mérida, aka “the new San Miguel de Allende.” But beyond the salt and sand lie lesser-known gems imbued with Mayan culture, colorful colonial architecture, artisanal products, and local flavors

The Launch of Sputnik 2

On November 3, 1957, Sputnik 2 became the second spacecraft launched into Earth orbit

Mysteries and Revelations at a Cape Museum

In “Mysteries AND Revelations,” artifacts, paintings, objects, and curiosities reveal fascinating facts about the Cape’s past and open a window into how museums use such items to tell the story of a place

In France, a Cognac Tasting Tour at the Source

I had come to the Cognac region to learn more about the eponymous spirit, and understanding this essential ingredient was part of my orientation. My ignorance wasn’t the exception, according to my guide, Madeleine Marchand, the founder of the Bordeaux-based travel company Bordeaux Excellence

Luxury Seat Wars: Singapore Airlines Rolls Out Swanky New 'Suites'

A plush swivel chair, upholstered in fine leather. A 32” high-definition TV screen. A separate bed area and a personal wardrobe. Room to entertain. That’s not an ad for a New York City studio apartment, but rather for a new first-class "suite" that promises to be among the most luxurious on any airline flying today

One of the World's Most Luxurious Cruise Ships gets an Overhaul

Hapag-Lloyd's 500-passenger Europa 2 arrived in North America on Thursday for a series of sailings sporting nine restructured and redesigned areas including a significantly revamped spa

Basel: 10 Things to Do in Switzerland's City of Art

Tucked up in the corner of Switzerland against the borders of France and Germany, the vibrant city of Basel offers the perfect escape for art fans, families and history-lovers. Ready for a weekend there? Here's what to do

How to Get the Most From Your Cabin Baggage Allowance

With practically every airline charging for checking baggage into the hold on European flights, the amount of cabin luggage you are able to take is important. But which airlines are the most generous, and which the least?

Bordeaux: The Secret Side to France's most Elegant City

My challenge was to go to Bordeaux and not think about wine. I don’t mean “not drink wine”. Wine had always been the thing: tasting, analysing, discussing, writing, judging

The 10 Best Websites for Booking a City Break

You can, of course, book the arrangements separately – the flights with the airline, the accommodation direct with the hotel or through an online booking agency. But there are strong arguments to be made for arranging everything in one go, as a package

JetBlue Is Offering $49 Flights In An Awesome, 2-Day Flash Sale

JetBlue is giving travelers the gift of discounted flights this holiday season. The airline is currently offering one-way flights as low as $49 to select cities for its latest flash sale

Finnair Wants to Weigh People before Flights

While it may sound unusual, there's logic behind the move: The airline wants a more accurate metric for determining aircraft weight and balance, which can in turn make operations more efficient

7 Spectacular Hotels for Viewing the Northern Lights

From Alaska to Finland, these seven hotels give you a great chance to see the northern lights and stay in style while you're at it

Checking In: Wilderness and Cozy Chalets at Charlevoix's Repère Boréal

The Galarneau brothers have created Repère Boréal, a distinctive wilderness vacation domain in the splendid woodlands of Charlevoix, halfway between Baie St-Paul and La Malbaie

10 Best Value Hotels in Australia, According to TripAdvisor

Forget five-star prices. Just $129 a night is all it takes to nab a night at Australia’s best hotel. That’s according to the latest rankings of the nation’s top hotels released by TripAdvisor

The Edge on P AND O Cruise Ships: What you Need to Know Before you Go

Thrill-seeking is just one part of the experience. Here are 10 more reasons why it’s worth leaving your deck chair to visit The Edge

Florida Lines Up Ice, Snow, Parades and More for the Holidays

Celebrating the holidays in Florida is easier than remembering the names of Santa's reindeer this season, with a multitude of events across the state

Why You Should Do More Than Ski in the French Alps This Fall

It’s here in Chamonix, home of the first Olympic Winter Games, where you’ll find the world’s most famous off-piste ski descent, the Vallée Blanche. Crevasses cut deep into glaciers and packed snow forms ice bridges that could easily be a Game of Thrones backdrop

Australia's Wild West Capital, Perth Finally Coming of Age

Was this far-flung city of 1.7 million finally worth enduring an extra five-hour flight west from Sydney for jet-lagged international travelers? In March I decided to find out

Flight of the Spruce Goose

In 1942, the U.S. Department of War needed a new type of aircraft to transport men and materials long distances

The World's Best Airport has a New Nature-Inspired Terminal

On Tuesday (Oct. 31), Changi Airport’s new terminal, its fourth, began operations. The new terminal is infused with plants and shrubs and offers a “contactless” experience, including automated check-in, baggage drop and immigration clearance with the help of facial scanning

Puerto Rico Leaders Hope to Lure Tourists Back by Christmas

Puerto Rico still has a long road of recovery ahead, but tourism officials hope they can bring back visitors by December. José Izquierdo, executive director of the Puerto Rico Tourism Company, said the primary focus is on rebuilding right now, but he hopes the island will be open for tourists by December 20

Air France CEO Bullish on 'Dynamic' U.S. Market, Battle Against Low-Cost Rivals

Air France chief also discussed plans for Joon, but said it was too early to say if the new stand-alone subsidiary would fly to the U.S

Where to Go for a Sunshine Holiday in November

At this time of year, you’ll have to travel further for higher temperatures, even if Europe’s southernmost reaches can still offer mild days. And if you’re looking ahead to February, some of these ideas might inspire you

Six Amazing Cruises to Europe's best Christmas Markets

The Christmas markets cruising season will soon be in full swing. When you’ve had your fill of glühwein in souvenir mugs it’s easy to sidestep Europe’s more touristy markets to shop for vintage goods, contemporary designs and quality foodstuffs. Here's our guide to alternative Christmas shopping in some of Europe's most festive cities

These Ultra-Cheap Airlines Could Get You To Europe For $99

Now is one of the most exciting times to be a budget traveler headed to Europe. These fares are no farce, and travel experts call them some of the cheapest the industry has ever seen

5 Easy Ways to Recharge with a Weekend Getaway

Sometimes wellness is about a change in diet, a change in fitness or even a change in mindset. Other times, it’s all about a change in scenery. In fact, a weekend away can be enough to relax, recalibrate and reboot you for the weeks ahead

Sanfang Qixiang: The 'Beverly Hills' of imperial China

Formed in the Tang Dynasty (618-907) before flourishing in the Ming and Qing Dynasties (1368-1911), Sanfang Qixiang -- which translates to "three lanes and seven alleys" in English -- was once the most affluent neighborhood in the city and home to more than 400 rich, famous and powerful residents. Today, it's Fuzhou's most popular tourist destination

Booking a Year Ahead for Cabins with No Electricity

Timberlock, in upstate New York, offers up rustic cabins with no electricity. Their guests love to return, often booking a year ahead

Legoland to Open New York Theme Park in 2020

State officials announced last week that a $350 million Legoland theme park and resort is coming to the Hudson Valley town of Goshen in Orange County, about 60 miles from New York City

If You Missed Diwali in India, Dallas Is the Place to Be

Two weeks after the close of the State Fair of Texas, with the smells of deep-fried Oreos and funnel cake still lingering in the air, 60,000 Indian-Americans from across the country are expected to descend on the same site this Saturday to observe Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights and one of India’s most important holidays

From Cancun to Cabo, Wave of Violence Keeping Tourists Away from Mexico

At a time when the weaker peso should be luring American travelers in droves, many are staying away, spooked by a wave of violence that's come dangerously close to tourist hot spots

Richard Branson’s Virgin Voyages Reveals First Peek at New Cruise Ship

The cruise line has released the first peek at its new superyacht inspired ship — and revealed the ship will be off-limits for kids

Bali’s Best Airbnb Stays: Why Travellers Are Ditching Resorts

Up until now, Airbnb has been known as the MO of citygoers; the accommodation pick for travellers on jaunts to bustling hubs like Amsterdam, Rome or New York. But, as the trend for more immersive, personalised travel experiences gains momentum, so too does the demand for alternative accommodation in less obvious, resort-laden destinations such as Bali

Inside the Luxurious, Nautical-Themed Conrad Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort

Hilton’s luxury brand Conrad, named after the hotel group’s founder, opened its first beachfront resort this month in Fort Lauderdale. The Conrad Fort Lauderdale Beach towers over the North Beach strip with 290 all-suite accommodations, ranging from studios with two queen beds to three bedroom suites with expansive oceanfront terraces

Vista's Clock and Watch Museum is a Timely Addition to Southern California Attractions

The exhibit is in an unusual location: a barn on the sprawling grounds of the Antique Gas

American Cruise Lines Triples Capacity in the Entire Pacific Northwest

American Cruise Lines, the leader in U.S. cruising, announces two new itineraries for 2018 in Puget Sound—5-day Highlights of Puget Sound and 11-day Grand Puget Sound

The White House

On this day in the year 1800, President John Adams became the first United States President to move into and take up residence in the Executive Mansion, later to be called "The White House."

Why Airlines Shun Third-Party Travel Sites — And You Shouldn't

The hotel buying power offers advantages that most airline sites cannot match, plus they allow passengers to combine airlines to get a lower airfare

World's Largest Cruise Ship, Symphony of the Seas, Nearing Completion

The giant is almost ready. New photos from the shipyard building Royal Caribbean's Symphony of the Seas — the largest cruise ship ever — show the vessel rapidly approaching the finishing stages of construction

Defiant Ryanair says Pilot Fiasco has Not Hit its Profits

“A perfect storm of one-off pilot shortages” cost Ryanair €25m (£22m) in compensation payments, the airline has said. Revealing healthy half-year results, chief executive Michael O’Leary said higher pay to attract and retain flight crew will add €100m (£88m) to the airline’s annual costs

Tampere: Finland's Less Obvious City Break

There aren’t many countries where an 80m ridge merits a stop on the tourist trail. But this is Finland, a country so devoid of high peaks that Norway considered bequeathing its flatter neighbour an entire mountain to mark a centenary of Finnish independence in December

How a Seaside Town in Yorkshire became Britain's Capital of Macabre

There’s nothing like a seaside jaunt to remind you of the omnipresence of death. Goths, ghosts, vampires, ruins: Whitby has them all

The Science Behind Why You Shouldn't Take Your Kids On Holiday Until They're Five

Now, hear this: parents keen to take their children abroad should wait until they are at least five, according to a research psychologist specialising in child development who argues that - you guessed it - the youngster is unlikely to remember anything earlier

Historic Edwardian Lido Reopens 43 Years After Falling Into Disrepair

Yesterday saw Reading’s King's Meadow swimming pool, now known as the Thames Lido, welcome its first bathers since 1974. And thankfully for those who braved the 5C temperatures, the water is now heated

Clients Accuse Philly Travel Agent Of Not Delivering On Trips

A Philadelphia travel agent has allegedly lined her pockets with cash, but did not deliver on her promises. Victims' claim they were taken by a woman who sold them lies

Insider Tips On How To File A Travel Insurance Claim

If you’re reading this, chances are something horrible has happened while you’re on vacation ― a health scare, a disruption, even an unexpected death. Maybe you’ve phoned your travel insurance company and the wheels are now in motion for a claim. And you’re wondering: What now?

If Old School is your Ski Style, Check out these Resorts

While I enjoy maple-sugar body scrubs, artisanal lattes, and heated, high-speed bubble chairs as much as the next gal, there’s a lot to be said for a weekend away from the high-end mountain distractions that make time spent on snow second fiddle

Plane Bounces Off Runway at Salzburg Airport, nearly Scrapes Tarmac

A plane was forced to abort a landing in Austria amid heavy winds Sunday after its wing almost scraped the runway, drawing gasps from onlookers

Step into the 1960s in New York's retro TWA Lounge

TWA opens a retro lounge in New York's One World Trade Center in preparation for the 2019 opening of the renovated TWA Hotel at JFK International

Fantasy Fest draws Thousands to Key West following Irma

Key Wes's biggest annual festival, Fantasy Fest, has attracted thousands of visitors who are helping to restore the tourism-based economy following Hurricane

Where to Go in Maboneng, the Coolest Neighborhood in Johannesburg

From rooftop views to a world-class coffee shop, here's where to spend time once you get to Johannesburg

Vista's Clock and Watch Museum is a Timely Addition to Southern California Attractions

The West Coast Clock and Watch Museum in Vista keeps track of time with more than 300 clocks on display from America and Europe

Viking Plans to Add 10 new River and Ocean-Going Cruise Ships

The cruise industry is growing by leaps and bounds, with companies regularly announcing the upcoming launch of new ships. But none can compete with the marathon efforts of Viking, which is adding two new ships to its fleet in 2018, another ship in 2019 and seven new river boats

The new Miami Beach Convention Center Hotel Plan is Already Causing a Ruckus

The new hotel plan, workshopped for almost a year by an ad hoc committee, will give voters their first glimpse into the potential new addition to the already $600 million renovation of the Miami Beach Convention Center

TAP serves three airports in London as of today

London City joins Heathrow and Gatwick in a reinforcement of the operation between the United Kingdom and Portugal

The Death of Harry Houdini

On this day in 1926, the world-famous magician and illusionist Harry Houdini died of peritonitis from a burst appendix

5 Bargain Destinations for Fall Travel

Fall isn’t just about pretty leaves for travelers. Those willing to venture overseas could end up with some major savings, according to Hipmunk, the website and app that studies itineraries and other data to reveal affordable travel deals

EasyJet to Take 25 Planes from Bankrupt Air Berlin

The British airline said Saturday in a statement it will acquire "certain assets of the air transport business operated from the Berlin-Tegel airport, including the related slots and bookings."

Cunard adds More Alaska Cruises for 2019

Cunard's first voyage to Alaska in more than two decades will be followed by four more Cunard sailings around the state

Artist Creates Mural in Airbnb Home and Recieves Full Refund for his Stay

In normal circumstances, an Airbnb guest vandalising your home would be considered a crime. But for one host renting out his Tokyo apartment, it was an altruistic gesture that led him to refund his lodger's entire stay

Airline Workers Share 14 Insider Facts About Flying Most Passengers Don't Know

No one has more insider knowledge about flying than airline workers. To unearth 14 lesser-known facts about flying, Business Insider surveyed more than 80 airline workers including flight attendants, gate agents, ticket agents, and other airport customer service reps and scoured the web including Reddit and Quora for more

Florida-Based Travel Agency Fails to Make Vacation Payments; Travelers' Trips Canceled

Where did their money go? That’s what a Port St. Lucie couple wants to know. Judy Go and her husband are out nearly $7,000 they paid to a travel agency, Legendary Journeys, only to have their trip cancelled this week

Eleanor Crosses: Britain's answer to the Taj Mahal

It’s easy to miss England’s Taj Mahal. This is the finest preserved of three remaining Eleanor Crosses, built in memory of Queen Eleanor of Castile by her grieving husband, King Edward I, in November 1290

A Day Out in Sevenoaks, a Peculiar Town that Ought to Change its Name

A generally well-to-do place, it’s 25 minutes to London Bridge, or you could pick up a new car from the Bentley-Lamborghini dealership by the station

8 London Spots Every Harry Potter Fan Has To See

From film sets to themed exhibitions, we’ve created a bucket list for your Harry Potter pilgrimage when you make it across the pond. It might just convince you to book that ticket

Get on Track: Five Train Journeys to Get Your Wanderlust Flowing

These journeys don’t come cheap — most range around $5,000 — but each ticket wraps the better facets of a vacation into one all-inclusive plush parcel

Longing For Your Summer Camp Days? It's Not Too Late

Families can go off to camp together, unplug, and reconnect. Our outing on Vermont’s Lake Whitingham was just one adventure offered during Mount Snow’s weeklong family camp

5 Places to Visit in November

Why travel in November, especially before Thanksgiving? Well, there are thinning crowds and bargain rates. Check out our top five places to visit

Buenos Aires' $200-Million Port Facelift Adds Cruise Services For Visitors

During the cruise season, which runs from October to April, the Port of Buenos Aires becomes a South American cruise hub, thanks in part to an ongoing renovation project by Terminals Rio de la Plata that has increased capacity and added services

Taste Rums From Around the World at This Gorgeous New Resort In Belize

Itz’ana Resort AND Residences in Placencia, Belize, is now accepting reservations for stays beginning December 15 — and is promising guests much more than a luxurious stay. In addition to offering deluxe hospitality and high design, the resort is also committed to giving guests authentic experiences “that sustain the region’s indigenous culture and natural environment.”

In Oregon, a Little Hotel to Bring Out Your Inner Artist

Promoted as the "World's First Kickstarter-Funded Hotel," the Jennings Hotel in Joseph, Ore., is the next best thing to staying in an artist's studio.

When the Sea is Your Runway, You Hoist French Couture Sails

Windstar Cruises’ flagship 310-passenger MSY Wind Surf installs a brand new set of sails designed by world-class French sailmaker Incidence Sails

The War of the Worlds

On this date in 1938, alien creatures from Mars invaded the earth, wreaking widespread havoc. At least, that is what some believed after listening to an Orson Welles radio broadcast on the popular Mercury Theatre series on the CBS radio network

For Women Only: Tours That Emphasize Adventure

Among the many tours catering to women, those that push the limits seem to resonate the most

Coal-Country Ghost Town Preserved For Tourists

Thurmond, W.Va., is a coal-country ghost town killed by changes in technology ... and sustained by recreation. Thurmond is at the end of W.Va. 25, a slim, twisting path that mirrors the last 6 miles of Dunloup Creek before reaching the New River, a prime Appalachian destination for adventure travelers

Airlines Gauge Success of Basic Economy by How Many Passengers Avoid it

Airlines are trumpeting the benefits of Basic Economy when they don’t have to sell the bargain-basement fares. Legacy airlines developed the so-called "Basic Economy" fare as an offering to compete against ultra-low-cost carriers such as Frontier and Spirit

Disney Cruise Line to Expand Voyages out of San Diego

More cruises out of San Diego are on the schedule at Disney Cruise Line. Disney on Thursday said the 1,754-passenger Disney Wonder would return to the city in early 2019 for an expanded season of voyages to Mexico

Hotel Booking Sites are Being Investigated for Bad Practice

Are hotel booking websites misleading travellers, preventing them finding the best deals and breaking consumer law? The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched an investigation to find out

Why 2018 Will Be All About Djibouti

Intense, alien, and relatively unscarred by tourism - Djibouti's a worthy addition to your travel plans, says Georgina Wilson-Powell

32 Surprising Things to Do in London (One for every Borough)

Here, in one pithy list, we offer an intriguing landmark, museum or enticement to travel in each of the 32 boroughs (plus the City of London, which isn't technically a borough, but is very much part of the urban jigsaw)

Is this Cannabis B

I convinced a friend to join me for a night at what I think is New England’s first official bud and breakfast. The owners of the inn, which is located in a 1950s mansion with an indoor pool and hot tub, are a very sweet couple who were busy with this season’s harvest

6 of the Most Romantic Towns in Northern Italy's Lakes Region

While they remain largely unknown to many, the trail of towns skirting northern Italy's lakes have become a haven for true romantics thanks to their enchanting, cinematic settings

The World's Most Scandalous Suite? Washington DC's infamous Watergate Hotel Embraces its Dark Side

Walk across its threshold and you effectively step back into the early Seventies and into the Watergate shadows via clever stylistic flourishes - furniture redolent of the era (blocky red-leather sofa and black armchair), an old-fashioned tape-reel recording device, an antique typewriter, a pair of binoculars, a vinyl record player

Alcohol Helps You Speak Foreign Languages Better, Researchers Find

A study published in the Journal of Psychopharmacology exploring the “popular belief that alcohol improves the ability to speak in a foreign language” found that booze has a positive impact on people’s grasp of foreign pronunciation

New Azamara Club Cruises Ship to Sail in Europe, South America

The first new Azamara Club Cruises ship to debut since the line's founding in 2010 will spend its first winter in South America — a continent rarely on the line's schedule

Denver International Airport Proposes $1.5 Billion in Contracts for 39-gate Concourse Expansion Project

Denver International Airport plans to add 39 gates by 2021 across all three of its concourses under newly released contract documents, up from 26 gates that had been planned as of early August

How to Plan the Perfect Grown Women's Weekend Getaway

A women's weekend is the cool, marginally more grown-up incarnation of a bachelorette

Opening of the New York City Subway

It was October 27, 1904 when the first underground line of the New York City subway opened

36 Hours in Prague

Remarkable architecture, rich history and excellent eating, drinking and shopping options: There is something for everyone in this gorgeous city on the Vltava River

Halloween Thrills at Theme Parks Around the USA

This is the 45th year that Knott's Berry Farm in Buena Park, Calif. transforms into Knott's Scary Farm during the fall. The granddaddy of theme park Halloween events, it revolutionized the industry by capitalizing on the holiday

How Derry Became the Best Halloween Destination in the World

The best place to celebrate Halloween in the world. It must be Transylvania, the home of Dracula, right? Or Salem, Massachusetts, for its history of witches, right. One place you almost certainly wouldn't think of is Derry – the second city of Northern Ireland. But that's where you'd be wrong

Key West marker Restored after Hurricane Irma

Artists have restored one of the most photographed tourism icons in the Florida Keys after it was damaged by Hurricane Irma. The last brush strokes were placed on the “Southernmost Point in the Continental U.S.A.” marker Monday

Double identity: Strasbourg on the French-German Border

Strasbourg is the capital of France's Alsace region and just a two-hour train ride from Paris. But it's also just 2 miles (3 km) from the border of Germany, and a popular port call for cruises down the Rhine River

A Woman in Scotland Paid just $61 for her Flight to Crete — and Ended up Getting the Plane to Herself

A Scottish woman showed up for her flight from Glasgow to Heraklion on Sunday

Flight Attendant Falls Out of Plane while Trying to Shut Cabin Door

On Oct. 24, a flight attendant from China Eastern Airlines fell out of a Boeing 737-800 and onto the tarmac at Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport in Guangdong, China, suffering several bone fractures and bruises. She was immediately rushed to the hospital, the airport confirmed in a statement

$70 per Vehicle? Big Fee Hike Proposed for Mount Rainier, Olympic National Parks

Announced by the National Park Service on Tuesday, the proposal would nearly triple the prime-time entrance fee for both parks to $70 per car from $25. The increase comes on top of a recent hike in the lifetime pass for seniors from $10 to $80

Jetstar Return for Free Sale includes Bali and Singapore return from $149

Last week, Tigerair ran a return-for-$1 sale across its domestic routes. Now this week, Jetstar is going one better, offering the chance for travellers to return for free - on both international and domestic flights

Celestyal Cruises to Extend 2018 Season with New Ports of Call, Adding Overnights

The line aims to start cruising in the Aegean as early as February and cruise through to November, possibly adding winter-sun destinations such as Cyprus and Israel

The secrets of a cruise ship matchmaker

With more than 4,500 people on board, the MSC vessel resembled a city as much as a ship. Most of the people on board were over the age of 50, some in couples but mostly singles

Disneyland Planning 700-room Hotel, Slated to Open in 2021

The new hotel will mark the first luxurious four-diamond hotel to open in Disney’s Anaheim resort in almost 20 years. The property is planned as an entry for “a new gateway” to the resort

Midtown Hotel Offering Ultimate "Stranger Things" Experience

New York residents and visitors anticipating the Oct. 27 release of season two of Netflix’s hit show “Stranger Things” can now get a hotel package for their binge-watching needs. The Gregory Hotel in midtown Manhattan is offering a new “ex-stream-ly cozy package” for fans to watch every episode in hotel comfort

Seminole Hard Rock's Guitar-Shaped Hotel is Finally Happening. Here's the First Look

On Wednesday, the Seminole Tribe of Florida and Hard Rock International previewed the progress of its long-touted guitar-shaped hotel. The $1.5 billion project includes a new Hard Rock Live venue, lagoon-style pool and larger casino

Tips for Holiday Air Travel: How to Find Deals and When to Book

Booking air travel is stressful. How far in advance should you book? Did you get the best fare? That anxiety is magnified this time of year as travelers finalize holiday plans and look ahead to winter getaways and spring break

Gunfight at the O.K. Corral

The Tombstone, Arizona Territory gang loosely known as "the Cowboys" had business interests that conflicted with the new Sheriff(s) in town: Virgil, Wyatt and Morgan Earp and their notorious partner "Doc" Holiday

Do the Dunes: Where You Can Ride the Sand

Colorado and Oregon are capitals of sand sledding and sandboarding. Here's where to go and tips on how to get the most out of your trip

Hurricanes Canceled 2,500 JetBlue Flights; Leisure Traffic Shifting in Caribbean During Recovery

JetBlue Airways canceled 2,500 flights representing 3% of departures, and lost $44 million in revenue from September hurricanes

Inside One of the Most Elegant River Ships in France

The 98-passenger Tauck Emerald has emerged from a massive makeover that brought more spacious cabins and a higher crew-to-passenger ratio

New Show of Photos by Walker Evans at San Francisco MOMA

A new exhibition at the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art offers a retrospective of work by photographer Walker Evans

New Screenings for US-Bound Passengers on Global Airlines

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Five global long-haul airlines will begin new security interviews of all passengers on U.S.-bound flights starting Thursday at the request of American officials, the companies said Wednesday

Expert Tips for Planning A Solo Weekend Getaway

With conflicting schedules and budgets that just don’t sync, often traveling with friends or family can feel more like work than a vacation. Sometimes, planning a trip for one is the best way to get away

NAACP Warns African-Americans about Flying on American Airlines

Citing several recent incidents, the NAACP on Tuesday issued an advisory warning African-Americans about traveling via American Airlines. “We are aware of these incidents only because the passengers involved knew their rights, knew to speak up and exercised the courage to do so promptly,” the NAACP statement said

Keys Resort Hawks Cay Lays Off 260 Employees Due to Devastation from Hurricane Irma

Nearly the entire staff at Hawks Cay Resort in Duck Key has been laid off due to extensive damage at the resort following Hurricane Irma in September. Hawks Cay expects to reopen in mid- to late-summer 2018

Inside the World's First Resort for Obese Holidaymakers

The Resort – which opened two years ago on Eleuthera in the Bahamas – has been built specifically with obesity in mind. Although at first glance it looks like any other beach resort, this is – or so the owner says – the only one around that’s been especially built for guests weighing over 30 stone

Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2018 names Canberra as Best Australian City and Top 10 in the World

Move over Sydney and Melbourne — it’s Canberra that has knocked our biggest cities off their perch and been named the best Australian city for travel in 2018 and the top 10 city in the world

Cruise Check-In: The Five Top Mistakes You Need To Avoid

In theory that’s how it should be, but things don’t always go to plan. Working in the industry has given Petra O’Neill an insider’s take on cruising and the mistakes that can happen

Jack the Ripper's Haunts Now a Trendy Neighborhood

In the 129 years since the Ripper stalked its streets, Whitechapel has transformed from the seedy slum to a vibrant neighborhood with trendy restaurants and pricey flats. Mitre Square, nicknamed Ripper's Square, is now surrounded by towering office buildings on three sides, although the cobblestones remain as a reminder of Victorian London

In Paris and Marrakech, Vogue's Hamish Bowles Celebrates Yves Saint Laurent in 2 Newly Opened Museums

Vogue's International Editor at Large attends the openings of the highly anticipated YSL museums in Paris and Marrakech.

New Hotels Mean Palm Springs is Once Again the Capital of Cool

Kimpton the Rowan is scheduled to open this fall, joining the recently opened La Sirena Villas and the Holiday House

The World's Most Powerful Passport is No Longer European or American

Inhabitants of the tiny city state of Singapore have the most powerful passports in the world, it has been revealed. But the usefulness of a US passport has fallen slightly since President Donald Trump took office, with Turkey and the Central African Republic becoming the most recent countries to revoke visa-free entry for holders

Lonely Planet Reckons this UK Region is the Best in the World

Belfast and the Causeway Coast has been rated best region in the world to visit in the coming year by Lonely Planet. In a boost to Northern Ireland’s international image, the area was rated ahead of Alaska and the Julian Alps of Slovenia in the travel guide publisher’s Best in Travel 2018 awards

The October Revolution

On October 25, 1917, members of the Bolshevik Red Guards captured the Russian Winter Palace in Petrograd, heralding the October Revolution, sometimes called the Bolshevik Revolution

How to Have an Affordable Luxury Trip to France

France can be a notoriously expensive vacation destination — particularly if you have got your sights set on Paris or the French Riviera. Are luxury seekers on a limited budget out of luck? Not at all

Booking.com Hopes for a Touchdown with its NFL House

The Football House, located in Jersey City, is a four-story, 3,800 square-foot property with four bedrooms and four bathrooms

Inside One of the Most Elegant River Ships in France

The 98-passenger Tauck Emerald has emerged from a massive makeover that brought more spacious cabins and a higher crew-to-passenger ratio

Inverness gets More Tourists than Bath – and 16 Other Unbelievable Stats about Travel

Here we present some of the biggest head-scratchers in the world of tourism

The Best Things to See, Do and Eat in Saint-Tropez

Saint-Tropez is a stunning spot on the French coast. Make the most of your holiday with tips on what to do, restaurants, hotels and more

Short Cruises on Smaller Ships offer Savings

Ports in the Caribbean are opening for business again, and Royal Caribbean has a great lineup of cruises there this winter, from short weekend getaways to the Bahamas to in-depth explorations of the Eastern, Western and Southern Caribbean

How to Spend 36 hours in Mexico City

Every country has a big city, but not all big cities are the same. And Mexico City is up there as a favourite

The Old Pickwick Social Club on Canal Street will Reopen as a Hostel in 2018

The Canal Street building that once housed the Pickwick Social Club will reopen in 2018 as a hostel, with a mix of low-cost shared rooms and private rooms, a cafe and community meeting space

Holy Land Experience: Free Day is Wednesday

Holy Land Experience, the Bible-based attraction, will be having another free-admission day this Wednesday. The event is first-come, first-serve

Are Disney Hotels Goofy to Let Dogs Stay in Rooms?

Disney World, which has about 28,000 hotel rooms, will convert 250 of those into dog-friendly abodes in a yearlong pilot program. Disney said it’s too early to speculate if more hotels could be added in the future

It's Your Last Chance to See the Chihuly Show at the New York Botanical Garden

This year, the New York Botanical Garden has added another exhibition to this burgeoning thematic list. Chihuly, which opened in the spring, brings over 20 works by the famed glassblower from their Pacific Northwest natural habitat to the East Coast

JetBlue Plane makes Emergency Landing in New York after Bird Strike

A JetBlue plane from Boston to Las Vegas that struck some birds shortly after takeoff has made a safe emergency landing in New York

Possible Tornadoes Flip Planes, destroy Hangars at North Carolina Airport

Intense wind flipped planes and crumpled hangars at a small airport northwest of Charlotte. The National Weather Service says at least nine possible tornadoes were spotted across the region, reports CBS News' DeMarco Morgan

Airlines Whip Out the Bubbly and Ice cream—Yes, in Coach—as Competitors offer $99 Fares

Now profitable, airlines are revamping in-cabin dining, offering treats like Prosecco, ice cream and free meals

The United Nations

The United Nations was not the first attempt at creating an organization dedicated to international understanding

In Spice-Laden Kerala, a Break From Urban India

Younger Indians, flush with disposable income and a newfound appreciation of the cultural riches within their own borders, have discovered Kerala. And for good reason

How to Have a Romantic Vacation

Amid the stresses of daily life, it’s easy to lose some of the magic in a romantic relationship, said Claudia Palma, the director of romance at Las Ventanas al Paraiso, a Rosewood Resort in Los Cabos, Mexico. A relaxing vacation, she said, is the ideal opportunity for couples to reconnect and remember why they first fell in love

Most Houston Attractions Have Reopened; the Opera Gets Creative

Hurricane Harvey caused flooding in the theater district so other venues will be used for performances. Museums, restaurants and festivals are also back

JetBlue Stops Selling Tickets on a Dozen Travel Websites

JetBlue has stopped selling tickets on a dozen smaller travel websites in hopes of driving customers to the airline's own site and reducing the company's costs. The airline said Thursday that the change was the first step in revamping its system of selling tickets online

Haunted Hotels: Here's How Much It Costs To Stay In One

Feeling brave this Halloween season? Try spending the night in a hotel notorious for its hauntings. From the Lizzie Borden Bed

Here's Where to Find the Last of the Fall Foliage in New England

Now is one of the region’s busiest tourist seasons for the heavily-forested states of Maine, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, New Hampshire and Rhode Island, as visitors rush to the area to watch the trees emerge from vibrant green into their autumn cloaks of burnished red and gold

The Paradise Islands that Tourism Forgot

What’s the last thing you’d expect to find on a tiny archipelago 140 miles out in the Gulf of Guinea? A pair of Victorian traction engines? Turquoise sparrows? West Africa’s biggest swimming pool? Weirdly, you can find all of them on STP, or São Tomé and Príncipe

There’s Still Time to Catch ‘the World’s Fair of Art,’ But you Have to Get to Venice by Nov. 27.

This fall, the perfect city for art of ideas is Venice. Through Nov. 26, visitors can take in the massive country pavillions and labyrinth of smaller, but worthy, installations at the world’s most prestigeous international art exposition, the Venice Biennale

New Hotels means Palm Springs is Once Again the Capital of Cool

Kimpton the Rowan is scheduled to open this fall, joining the recently opened La Sirena Villas and the Holiday House

At a Colorado Resort, High-Speed Action, Jurassic Adventures, and Plenty of Curiosities

When I check into Gateway Canyons Resort, set along western Colorado’s Dolores River, I already know I am in for a weekend of adventure. Set on 500 acres of land, the resort offers an extensive list of activities for adrenaline junkies—from hiking to mountain biking, horseback riding and geology tours

Airfares have been Dropping, but Are they About to Jump Because of Higher Fuel Costs?

The Bureau of Transportation Statistics released data showing the average domestic airfare for the April-though-June period was $356, the lowest for that period since 2009. The decline came at a time when fuel costs were sinking and airlines were generating hefty revenue from passenger fees. But for the last four months, jet fuel costs have jumped 19%, a sign that airfares could rise in the near future, analysts said

Girl's Fatal Fall Aboard Cruise Ship in Miami Raises Concerns over Safety

A child's fatal fall aboard a cruise ship a week ago appears to be an unusual accident, but it still may raise concerns about safety for potential passengers traveling with children

All Aboard: Cruise Season Launches with Arrival of Seabourn Encore to Abu Dhabi

Seabourn Encore arrived in Mina Zayed at 8am on Monday. On the quay, passengers were met by women and men in traditional Emirati dress serving Arabic coffee and dates. Falconers were on hand and an ayyala traditional dance was performed

United Airlines becomes Latest Carrier to put Economy Passengers in Rows of 10 Seats

United plans to add 23 extra seats when it reconfigures its Boeing 777-200. Delta and American have already announced plans to increase the number of seats to the same plane

New Atlanta Exhibition Explores African Design as Agent of Change

A new exhibition opening in Atlanta encourages visitors to abandon their preconceived notions about Africa

Hong Kong Airlines to Launch Non-Stop Flights from San Francisco

The new service will expand the airlines presence in North America, following the launch of its services to Vancouver on June 30, 2017, and the upcoming launch from Los Angeles on December 18, 2017

1st Parliament of Great Britain

The first Parliament of the Kingdom of Great Britain was held on October 23, 1707

New British Library Exhibit Celebrates 20 Years Of Harry Potter

The exhibit includes J.K. Rowling's outline for the first book, her drawings of characters and a map of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry

Nine Santa Monica Hotels for a Sunny SoCal Experience

The high-end hotels and elegant coastal retreats have also played a major role in luring travelers. And while Santa Monica offers dozens of solid properties to pick from, here are nine that have particularly captured our attention

New Celebrity Cruises Ship to Spend First Summer in Mediterranean

Celebrity on Tuesday revealed that the 2,900-passenger Celebrity Edge would operate voyages out of Barcelona, Spain and Civitavecchia, Italy (the port for Rome) in 2019 from the middle of May through September

Southwest Airlines just Celebrated its First All-Female Flight Crew

Southwest Airlines has celebrated its first 'unmanned' flight, with an all-female crew of two pilots and four flight attendants undertaking a journey between the US cities of St. Louis and San Francisco, California. The airline tweeted a photo taken by a member of the crew shortly before takeoff on the Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft

The 30 Most Idyllic Islands On Earth

In 99 per cent of cases, a tropical holiday will be warm, woozy and relaxing. As even Robinson Crusoe puts it, momentarily finding his glass half full, “I am in a hot climate where, if I had clothes, I could hardly wear them.” Let’s hit the beach

The Science Behind Why People Who Prefer The Window Seat Are More Selfish

Ask any stranger on the street whether they prefer the aisle or the window seat and you can guarantee a quick-fire response. There is no grey area in this comically divisive debate

A Shining Star Among Bike Paths

On the Cape's Shining Sea Bikeway, you'll see a snapshot of some of the Commonwealth's loveliest natural features: ponds, cedar swamps, salt marshes, wooded uplands, even a cranberry bog

Apple Maps Make it Easier to Travel with New Airport Layout Feature

iPhone users intimidated by new airports are about to get a welcome reprieve. Apple’s new operating system – IOS 11 – rolled out a ton of features, including an upgrade to Apple Maps which will now include indoor airport maps

'World's Smallest Hotel' Created In VW Beetle

The owner says guests of his tiny hotel -- a converted Volkswagen Beetle in the Jordan village of Al Jaya -- will enjoy a five-star desert experience

Why Potsdam is the Versailles of Germany

Situated sublimely on the banks of the Havel River, Potsdam is Germany at its most regal. Sparkling with Baroque palaces, manicured gardens, and splashing fountains from its proud Prussian past, the "German Versailles" is the most popular day trip from nearby Berlin and a fairytale escape from the capital's heavy history

Laptops in Checked Luggage Pose Fire and Explosion Risk, FAA Warns

The Federal Aviation Administration said in a paper filed recently with a U.N. agency that its tests show that when a laptop’s rechargeable lithium-ion battery overheats in close proximity to an aerosol spray can, it can cause an explosion capable of disabling an airliner’s fire suppression system

Racing Around the World: Exotic Marathons for Runners with Wanderlust

Long-distance runners with wanderlust pretty much sums up the client base for companies such as Marathon Tours

You Can Stay at the Safari Camp Where Nelson Mandela Wrote His Memoirs

Owned by South African billionaire Douw Steyn, the property is designed as a luxurious take on the African bush: carefully controlled populations of Big Five animals roam the reserve; comfortable and spacious guest bandas sit nestled alongside a bubbling natural stream; and long days of game drives are capped off with sundowner cruises on the largest man-made lake in southern Africa

A Witchy Tour of Salem, Massachusetts

What could be a more appropriate destination for Halloween than one that goes by the name “Witch City”? Made famous by the accusations and trials concerning witchcraft in 1692, Salem is still riding the witchy wave today with a mecca of magical shops and tourism reflecting on those darker days

Brad Kilgore, Scott Linquist to host Culinary Cruise on Regal Princess

Miami chefs Brad Kilgore and Scott Linquist will dazzle traveling foodies with menus, excursions and demos on a Culinary Cruise on Regal Princess

Pilots Grounded Amid Probe into 'Fly-Around Maneuver' in Germany, Airline Says

The pilots behind an Air Berlin plane flyby that has gone viral on social media have been suspended even though one passenger said passengers were OK with move

South African Airways® Offers Savings of $500 Per Person on a 5 Night Air-Inclusive Cape Town and Wine Region Package

South African Airways Vacations® (SAA Vacations®), a division of South African Airways, the national airline of South Africa and Africa’s most awarded airline, is offering, savings of $500 per person for an air-inclusive vacation to Cape Town and the surrounding Cape Winelands

American Cruise Lines Receives 2017 Condé Nast’s Readers’ Choice Award

American Cruise Lines, has been recognized once again—as a Finalist for Condé Nast’s 2017 Readers’ Choice Award  for World’s Top Small Cruise Lines

A Taste of James Beard at Sea: Official Cruise Line of Trend-setting Culinary Foundation Debuts Brand-New Dishes Developed Especially for Windstar Cruise Guests

Windstar Cruises announces Chef Andy Ricker as the new guest chef aboard the January 20, 2018 Icons of Southeast Asia sailing. The James Beard Foundation Culinary Collection cruise is a 14-day journey from Hong Kong to Bangkok, making Ricker – a celebrated Thai cuisine chef – a perfect choice to guide guests on a feast for the senses

The Hollywood Black List

On October 20, 1947, a Congressional committee began investigating Hollywood writers and actors in one of the darkest moments of what is now known as the "Red Scare."

Five Places to Go in Diani Beach, Kenya

At only an hour's domestic flight away from Nairobi, Diani Beach is becoming one of the most popular sun, sea and sand destinations in Kenya

36 Hours in Hamburg, Germany

Germany's second city is a watery wonder, teeming with architectural marvels, restaurants and cultural charms, including a shimmering new concert hall

11 Secret Italian Villages to Visit Before the Crowds Do

The following secret Italian villages are scattered all over the country, from the mountains of the north to the sun-soaked islands in the south. Slip away from the crowds, wander down cobblestone lanes and get a first-hand look at how the locals live

Airbus' New A330neo Completes its First-Ever Flight

Airbus' latest jet, the A330-900neo, took to the skies for the first time on Thursday here in the south of France. The airplane took off from Toulouse-Blagnac International Airport at 9:57 a.m. local time, flying for several hours over southern France before completing its first landing

Royal Caribbean's Giant Symphony of the Seas to Debut Ahead of Schedule

Royal Caribbean has moved up the first sailing of its much-awaited, 230,000-ton Symphony of the Seas by three weeks, saying construction of the vessel is progressing at a faster pace than expected

New Philip Pullman-themed Oxford Tour lets you Explore the City through Lyra's Eyes

With the first book of Pullman’s new trilogy hitting shelves on 19 October, Oxford is launching a Lyra-themed tour of the city

Family Forced to Sit Beside Pool of Sick on Jet2 Flight

Keeley Casewell, from Rotherham, South Yorkshire, told The Sun the sick – from a previous flight – was beneath her daughter's seat, but claims staff wouldn't let her move

In Wisconsin, Visitors can Literally Dip their Toes into the Cranberry Harvest

In the Badger State, late September to late October is cranberry season, and hundreds of devotees and curiosity seekers have come here, to Wetherby Cranberry Co. in the town of Warrens, for Harvest Day, when they tour the sprawling marshes by bus and, literally, dip their toes into the cranberry experience

Can a Ship Designed by Kelly Hoppen Persuade Young Travellers to Take a Cruise?

The new state-of-the-art ship will be based in Europe from May 2019, sailing from Southampton and visiting Barcelona and Rome, following a maiden voyage on December 16 2018 and winter season in the Caribbean. Bookings are now open

The 7 Most Haunted Places In The U.S. We Kinda Want To Visit

Ghost stories are great and all, but what you’re really jonesin’ for is a real-life run-in with the undead. Bucket list one (or all) of these seven famously haunted locales where paranormal activity is, well, the norm

Room 207: Reports from Haunted Hotels of BC

Rumours abound about the Inn at Spencer Birdge, built during the gold rush in 1862, having some strange guests including a report of a prosperous miner who either died or was “murdered” in the hotel, according to the Inn’s co-owner Dorothy Boragno

Hilton hosts Passport Pop-Up this Weekend at O'Hare

The effort also includes a potential secondary benefit for Illinois residents, since passports are compliant with the Real ID Act, the program intended to tighten security standards for state-issued identification

Conde Nast Traveler Readers named this Maine Resort One of the 10 Best in the U.S.

Kennebunkport, Maine’s Hidden Pond resort is, indeed, hidden: The 60-acre New England getaway is tucked inside a birch forest, and its hand-painted wooden signs give it a “fantasy summer camp feel,” according to Conde Nast Traveler

Massive Fire Guts Iconic Myanmar hotel

One person has died and two are injured after a fire tears through Yangon's Kandawgyi Palace hotel. The hotel, which was largely made out of teak and built in a traditional Burmese style, was a local landmark popular with tourists

Fort Lauderdale Airport Tries to Get Your Plane to the Gate More Quickly

You may not be spending as much time waiting at the gate for your plane at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport.The airport is the first in the nation to try out pioneering technology that is expected to more efficiently and safely direct aircraft to and from airport gates

This Map Takes the Guess Work Out of Deciding When to Travel

A new animated map reveals the high and low travel seasons around the world, so you can better decide when to book a trip

SAGA Cruises and David Morris International (DMI) announce strategic sales, marketing and reservations partnership for North America

SAGA Cruises has selected DMI, exclusively, to represent its cruise division to the North American market

The First Chief Justice

On this date in 1789, Chief Justice John Jay is sworn in as the first Chief Justice of the United States

After Drone Hits Plane in Canada, New Fears About Air Safety

Pilots are filing reports of drones flying too high on a weekly, almost daily basis, despite new rules and fines

Resting in Peace in Transylvania

Tranquillity is the idea at La Hansi, a restored 500-year-old farmhouse in Transylvania, making the trek to the 11-room bed-and-breakfast worthwhile

Nine Santa Monica Hotels for a Sunny SoCal Experience

While Santa Monica offers dozens of solid properties to pick from, these have particularly captured our attention

How Botswana's Tourist Trade is Helping Put an End to Rhino Poaching

A forward-thinking government that is passionate about protecting the country’s environment coupled with a small population and conscientious community and tourism partners have made it possible to conserve and grow Botswana’s iconic wild areas

15 Reasons Why Taiwan Should Be Your Next Adventure

From its 100 peaks above 3,000 metres to a toilet-themed restaurant, here are 15 reasons why you should concern yourself with visiting the Asian island

Can Your Subconscious Reveal Where You Really Want To Go On Holiday?

Tui, Britain’s biggest tour operator, yesterday launched a prototype of a new type of digital travel agent. Called Destination U, it uses “emotionally intelligent” technology to measure your responses

Mom claims American Airlines Removed Her from Flight over Stroller

Harvard Law student Briana Williams, 24, tells the New York Daily News she’s still furious about being booted from an American Airlines flight after requesting her daughter’s stroller back during a delay. And, like Mallory, Williams says it was her pilot who ultimately made the call

Visit Oysterville on the Long Beach (Wash.) Peninsula for Fresh Oysters and a Slice of History

Founded in 1854, in its heyday Oysterville was a little boomtown, and the county seat. Now, Oysterville is just a quiet, mostly residential community, a perfect place to be a hermit

Betting on a Shore Thing: Four Megaship Veterans try Cruising on a Smaller Scale

On a nine-day European voyage, travellers trade over-the-top amenities for more time at their ports of call

Experience 'The Hunger Games' For Yourself At This Theme Park Land

The World of the Hunger Games themed land is set to officially open Friday within the Lionsgate Zone at the Motiongate Dubai theme park in the United Arab Emirates. Motiongate opened in December along with the Bollywood and Legoland theme parks

Wandering the Coolest Neighborhood in Sweden's Second City

Sweden’s charming low-key west coast hub, Gothenburg, actually lives up to its reputation as the “Little London” of Scandinavia thanks to one of the oldest neighborhoods in the city, Haga

Oceania Cruises Announces 80 New Cruise Itineraries

This expansive and diverse set of voyages features more than 85 overnight stays and late departures, affording travelers expansive and in-depth explorations that combine rich, insider travel experiences with the finest cuisine at sea

First Look: Delta Shows Off new 'Flagship' Airbus A350 in Atlanta

Delta’s first Airbus A350 widebody doesn't begin commercial passenger service until Oct. 30, which is when it will debut on the airline’s route between Detroit and Tokyo Narita. But the carrier gave a preview of the plane to the media on Tuesday

An Iconic Resort: What Becomes A Legend Most?

On the outskirts of Palm Springs, a favorite hideaway of the stars, is the peaceful, tranquil retreat La Quinta Resort and Club. Capturing the essence of hacienda-style and celebrating it’s 90th anniversary in 2016, the setting is still idyllic

Fall Art Tour shows Colorful Side of Southwest Wisconsin

The 24th annual Fall Art Tour takes place Oct. 20-22 in and around Mineral Point, Spring Green, Dodgeville and Baraboo, Wisconsin

The Basel Earthquake

On this day in 1356, one of the most devestating earthquakes ever to hit northern Europe struck the small Swiss town of Basel, situated at the southern end of the Upper Rhine Graben

Navigating Sometimes Chaotic, Always Fascinating Addis Ababa

Not only can the Ethiopian capital be done inexpensively, you will also find fascinating cultural landmarks, wonderful food and an almost unparalleled coffee culture

Skipping Turkey at Home for Thanksgiving? Consider a Hotel Stay Overseas

Hotels from Italy to Argentina to Iceland are offering savings over the long Thanksgiving weekend

Celestyal Olympia: A Cruise Ship that will Take You to the Greek Islands

Thinking about a cruise around the Greek islands? Our latest Cruise Ship Tour, in the carousel above, offers a deck-by-deck look at the 1,664-passenger Celestyal Olympia — one of three vessels operated by Greek islands specialist Celestyal Cruises

TAP Portugal credits JetBlue for Filling its Flights to Europe

TAP Air Portugal’s “codeshare” pact with New York-based JetBlue is paying huge dividends, the Portuguese airline says. Since the deal went into effect last summer, TAP has received more than 35,000 passengers on connections from JetBlue flights

Jet2 name UK's Most Punctual Airline According to New OAG Index

Jet2 is the UK’s most punctual airline according to a new global accreditation programme. Air travel intelligence company OAG rated more than 130 airlines and assessed their punctuality over 12 months

Something is Happening at North Korea's Notorious Hotel of Doom

Satellite pictures showing several construction trucks and tourist photographs of cranes around the Ryugyong Hotel in North Korea suggest work may have re-started on the infamous building

Australia's Greatest Train Journey: 100 Years of the Indian Pacific Railway

Our journey had begun a few hours earlier at Sydney Central Station, where we got our first glimpse of the Indian Pacific’s distinctive silver/aluminium-coloured carriages adorned with the wedge-tail eagle – the emblem of the train and a symbol of the vast distance it spans (the train’s name refers to the fact it connects the Indian and Pacific oceans)

The London Beer Flood

They say too much beer is bad for you. Meux's Brewery Co Ltd was a London brewery located at Tottenham Court Road and Oxford Street, one of the city's poorer districts at the time

World's Most Remote Island Now Welcoming Tourists

St. Helena, a South Atlantic island off the coast of Africa, was previously only accessible by boat — a trip which took nearly a week on the Royal Mail Ship to arrive from Cape Town. Since 1990, the RMS St Helena was the island’s only link to the mainland. The maiden flight by SA Airlink left Johannesburg and took just six hours

Nine-year-old completes 'Triple Crown' of Thru-Hiking, says his 'Feet are Happy to Be Done'

On Sept.18 the nine-year-old hiker became the youngest person ever to earn the “triple crown” of thru-hiking. Having finished both the Appalachian Trail and Pacific Crest Trail three years prior, Thomas has walked almost 8,000 miles and climbed over 1,000,000 feet in elevation on the nation’s three longest hiking trails to earn the title

How Tourists Can Save Lives On Their Travels

The group Not Just Tourists helps travelers potentially to save lives by taking much-needed medical supplies to isolated clinics

How a Singapore Opium Den became a Luxury Hotel

Luxury boltholes are a dime a dozen in Singapore, but the newly opened Warehouse Hotel has a history that is scandalously unique. Located in the now prestigious Robertson Quay area, the boutique hotel spans three old warehouses, which collectively cover 22,626 square feet

Spend a Fall Weekend in Philadelphia With This Insider's Guide

With the largest collection of Rodin sculptures outside of Paris, and one of the most lauded orchestras in the country—not to mention the “best pizza in America” (more on that later)—Philly is an underappreciated cultural hotspot

Is Mexico's Ondalinda Festival the New Luxe Burning Man?

Los Angeles–based entrepreneur and Apple and iTunes vet Lulu Luchaire is behind Ondalinda, which runs November 8 to 12 and seeks to unite like-minded creative people through art, music, and Mexican culture

Cruise Lines return to Puerto Rico and Urge Travelers to Book Caribbean Sailings

Officials with Carnival Corp. and Royal Caribbean International as well as Florida-Caribbean Cruise Assn. announced a multimillion-dollar marketing campaign to encourage vacationers to book cruises into the hurricane-hit Caribbean

South African Airways Puts Fares On Sale To South Africa

South African Airways (SAA), Africa’s most awarded airline, has announced special sale fares to South Africa at prices as low as $829* (restrictions apply) round-trip for travel from New York-JFK International Airport or Washington, DC-Dulles International Airport

Windstar Cruises Applauds the Spontaneous Celebration with a Group Rate for Real People – Book 7, Get 1 Free

So many people are traveling in groups that Windstar, on select dates, will give a free cruise to the eighth cruiser for every seven people booked

Destroying Apathy One Beer At A Time

At ArtsRiot, you can have dinner, a drink, take in a show — and for dessert have your social awareness elevated

Surf and Safari: Packages Offer Two Hotels, Two Experiences

City or country, jungle or beach, safari or surf? Hotels are taking the decision-making out of travel by offering guests packages that combine different destinations into one vacation

Downtown Miami: More Than a Gateway to the Beach

Downtown Miami is bustling again, and a new express train connecting it to Palm Beach is set to deliver more visitors by year's end.

Hotel del Coronado: San Diego's Luxury Landmark for 129 Years

Since its opening in 1888, the hotel has been a San Diego landmark, its silhouette rising from the coastline like a sandcastle reaching for the sky

New Cruise Ship Carnival Horizon to have Guy Fieri Eatery with Working Brewery

Carnival this week said its 3,954-passenger Carnival Horizon will be home to a new concept called Guy's Pig

New Train Breaks Down on First Outing causing Rush-Hour Chaos

The first Intercity Express Train to run in passenger service caused rush-hour mayhem this morning when it broke down at Taplow in Berkshire, with Transport Secretary Chris Grayling and other dignitaries on board

How to Travel without Looking like a Tourist

If you manage to blend in just a little, you are responding to that culture rather than just imposing yourself; you can become an observer, not a spectator. Here are some good tips

My Edinburgh: Our Resident Expert's Favourite Places

From the medieval tenements and secret wynds of the Old Town to the glorious sweep of the New Town; from douce Morningside to shabby-chic Leith, Edinburgh is a city of infinite variety

Here's How Much Airlines Can Pay When They Lose Your Luggage

When an airline loses your luggage, it’s never fun. But smart travelers can end up collecting major cash after such instances if they follow the correct protocol

Maine Sculpture Park Pleases Creatures of all Sizes with its Creatures of all Sizes

Bernard Langlais turned to more down-home art, mostly rough-hewn carvings of animals, creatures, and occasional people, much of it then scattered throughout the 90-acre estate

Unscripted Durham puts the Focus on Fun

Unscripted Durham, which opened its doors in July, feels like the tireless teenager to its older-but-still-hip siblings, the art-loving 21c Museum Hotel Durham and scene-making The Durham Hotel

'Technical Issue' on AirAsia Flight sends Plane Plummeting: 'Hostesses started Screaming'

AirAsia has commended the crew of a recent flight for “complying with standard operating procedure” during an emergency landing on Sunday, but passengers say the cabin crew was anything but calm

It’s About Time you Visited the Least Visited Country in Europe

With only 60,000 visitors last year, San Marino became Europe’s least-visited country in 2016. While it’s certainly no under-the-radar destination, the microstate, which is landlocked by Italy and lies just a short distance from the Adriatic Coast, holds a lot of historical, cultural, and eye-candy appeal

19 Things to Know Before your Alaska Cruise

About two million people visit Alaska a year and cruising is a popular way to do it. Holland America Line, the first tour company in Alaska back in 1947, this year increased their ships to seven, with 135 Alaska departures. Here is what you should know before you go

How to See New York on the Cheap

Venturing to one of the most expensive cities in the world doesn’t have to burn a hole in your wallet. There are plenty of sightseeing, dining, drinking and cultural activities to take advantage of

Marie Antoinette is Executed

At the height of the French Revolution, King Louis XVI and his Queen Marie Antoinette were imprisoned and deposed. No longer referred to by their royal titles, they became the "Carpets" a non-royal designation of their family name

Passengers Suffer as Crowded Field Puts Pressure on Europe's Airlines

Weaker carriers have fallen by the wayside amid fierce competition, while others have been hit by bad luck. The result: thousands of canceled flights

Here's Where You Should Sit On A Plane To Get The Best Service

Sitting in the back of the aircraft can pay off for passengers, according to Business Insider. Their recent article points to a 2016 Oyster post by flight attendant Annie Kingston, who explains why flight attendants are more likely to give goodies to passengers in the last few rows

Five Must-See Small Towns In Arizona

Visiting small towns is one of the great joys of travel. Combine scenic beauty, easy access and welcoming main street businesses and you’ve got all the makings of a memorable day trip. We’ve explored Arizona and found these five small-town gems you’re sure to enjoy

Hotel at Ionic TWA Terminal will Evoke Glamour of Jet Age

When it opened in 1962, the sleek TWA terminal at New York's JFK Airport was the embodiment of jet-age style. Now, it will be reborn as a sleek hotel

Center Parcs under Fire after closing 'Unmissable Attraction' without Clear Warning

Center Parcs Longleat Forest, one of the company’s five water-park villages in the UK, closed the Wild Water Rapids attraction for six weeks starting last month

This Could Just Be The UK's Best Hotel Spa

This is no fusty country house. There’s a reading area off the main lobby complete with hanging, spherical chair, modern sculptures dotting the halls, and frequent pops of colour, from the stand-out orange stripe running along the spa reception corridor, to the bold, chartreuse headboards on the beds

On a Windjammer Cruise in Maine, Passengers Knit a Seaworthy Yarn

Captain Annie Mahle stood on the deck of the J. and E. Riggin and welcomed more than a dozen passengers already knuckle­-deep in the theme of the September cruise

58,000 Miles and 46 Flights: A Week in the Extraordinary Life of a Modern Aircraft

In an effort to understand the extraordinary workload the average Boeing or Airbus handles over the course of its lifetime, we used data from FlightRadar24.com to chart an average week in the life of a passenger jet – and the figures are remarkable

Opatija, anyone? The Surprising October Half-Term Holiday Destinations that Could save you £900

Opatija in October has a rather nice ring to it, and there's grand Hapsburg-era villas to admire in the so-called "Nice of the Adriatic". What's more, a half-term holiday for the family in the Croatia seaside town costs £320 less than a similar trip to Dubrovnik, new research has shown

12 Spooky Destinations To Celebrate The Halloween Season

How to choose from such an abundance of frightening activities? Don’t panic! Whether you want to frolic in an extravagant costume or summon the haunted spirits of the night, Booking.com has harvested the 12 best locations to celebrate the spookiest time of the year

Hotel Owner Body-Shamed Woman After She Left Bad Review, She Claims

A woman was in for a rude awakening after she left a negative hotel review and got a surprising response from the manager

8 of the World's Best New Penthouse Suites

Your own private oasis, high above the fray. That's what luxury hotel penthouses offer guests who are willing to pay a premium for some height and a lot of high design. Naturally, New York City is chock full of them. But there are also luxurious new penthouses in other, less expected corners of the globe. Here are eight of them

A Carnival Cruise Chartered by FEMA will House Relief Workers in St. Croix

Carnival finalized an agreement with FEMA on Wednesday for a four-month charter of the Carnival Fascination. The ship will house and provide meals for relief workers in St. Croix from Oct. 15 to Feb. 3

Beware These 13 Theme-Park Curses

In recognition of this month’s Friday the 13th, here are 13 instances of bad luck in or around Central Florida’s theme parks

5 Corn Mazes to Get Lost in this Fall

Playing hide-and-go-seek in a maze of corn stalks has an all-ages appeal on Midwest farms. A few spots to get lost this fall; check websites for hours, prices and other autumn amusements

American Cruise Lines Named North America’s Leading Cruise Line 2017 for 4th Year in a Row

American Cruise Lines, has been recognized once again—as the leader in American cruising winning multiple prestigious travel industry awards

The Knights Templar

In the year 1307 AD, October 13th fell on a Friday. King Philip IV of France was deeply in debt to the powerful religious order, the Knights Templar

36 Hours in Aarhus, Denmark

This small and scholarly college town is brimming with discoveries, from astounding artwork to cozy restaurants and excellent craft beer

Lufthansa Prepares to Buy Parts of Air Berlin in $1.8 Billion Deal

The German flag carrier said it expected to take over 81 aircraft and hire 3,000 people from the budget airline, which filed for insolvency in August

Nine Classic Weekend Getaways that are Better in Fall

even when you don’t have three days to get away, you can still squeeze a weekend escape into any fall weekend. Here are nine classic weekend getaways from across the U.S. that you can do on a modest budget

How Climate Change Is Affecting Travel — And What You Can Do About It

The Southwest endured its worst heat wave in decades. Triple-digit temperatures forced the cancellation of dozens of flights at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport

10 of the Best Ways to Explore South Africa

The best tours of South Africa, including wine, wildlife, cycling and rail journeys

Carnival Partners with Dr. Seuss for 'Horton Hears a Who!'-themed cruise

One of Dr. Seuss’ most beloved and popular stories, "Horton Hears a Who!" is a tale based on themes of love and acceptance. The book and its themes are the inspiration for a unique new partnership between Carnival Cruise Line and Dr. Seuss Enterprises

40 Beautiful Places to Visit in China

Desert vistas. Lush gorges. Charming riversides. Epic statues and buildings. China is a nation of great sweeping beauty. These places show why

A Local's Guide to Times Square

Times Square can be overpowering, especially for new tourists. So let NYC locals guide your way to the best restaurants, culture and hotels

Hike and a Happy Hour: Huff it Up to Lake of the Angels, then Savor a Tangy IPA

An easy hike, Lake of the Angels is not. With 3,400 feet of gain packed into 3.5 miles, you'll be walking uphill most of the way

Four Resorts Reveal the Many Different Sides of Costa Rica

With so much variety from rain forests to cloud forests to the Pacific to the Caribbean, it can be hard to find the best spot to base your travels. Here’s a look at four very different resorts worth considering for your next vacation

Celebrity Cruises the First Cruise Line in the World to offer Legalised Same-Sex Marriage at Sea

Lisa Lutoff-Perlo, Celebrity Cruises’ CEO

7 Cozy Cabins to Rent This Winter

This season, slip away to any one of these well-appointed hideouts in the woods. Here are seven of the most handsome cabins that you (or Daisy Ridley) can rent for some good old-fashioned seasonal hibernation

How two can Fly L.A.-London for $739

Two people to England for less than $800 round-trip from LAX? Yes. Wow Air has a sale that means you can get there in November without breaking the bank. But shop around to make sure you get the best deal

City Reserves 57 Rooms of Row NYC Hotel for Homeless Housing

The Row NYC Hotel near Times Square may soon be getting a new nickname: The Skid Row Hotel. That’s because the city has confirmed that it has reserved 57 rooms — or 4 percent of the 1,331 rooms at the former Milford Plaza at 700 Eighth Ave. — for homeless families in its Turning the Tide on Homelessness housing program

Africa's Fastest Train: Morocco tests New 200mph service

Africa’s railway system is about to get a major upgrade with the launch of its fastest ever train. Engineers in Morocco are testing trains capable of reaching 200mph - the top speed of the Eurostar - slashing journey times between the country’s key economic hubs by almost two thirds

Christopher Columbus

On this day in 1492, the expedition of explorer Christopher Columbus's made landfall in the Caribbean, specifically in The Bahamas

Windstar’s Growth Momentum Continues with Promotions in Key Management Positions

Windstar Cruises announces recent appointments to the leadership team for the award-winning small ship cruise line with high-performing employees tapped for promotions and added responsibilities to key operations and marketing roles

Seeking Solitude in Japan's Mountain Monasteries

Koyasan is one of the premier destinations for Buddhist pilgrims in Japan. As its popularity with travelers peaks, can it still be enjoyed by a Western visitor?

What Martha Stewart Can't Travel Without

The cookbook author and television host always has three iPads, workout gear and, of course, food (including her own hard-boiled eggs)

Where to Stay (and What to Eat) in Matera, Italy

Entrepreneurs have returned home after stints in Rome and Milan and given new life to the city, which will be 2019’s European Capital of Culture. Thankfully, they’ve allowed the place to speak for itself — opening elegant hotels with vaulted cave rooms and restaurants that offer refined takes on local classics

Honeymoon Hotels: Five Romantic Resorts in Mexico's Riviera Nayarit

Couples can choose among a selection of secluded five-star resorts, boutique beach town hotels, or classic Mexican accommodations

72-hour Sale: Southwest Fares fall below $100 Round-Trip

Southwest' big twice-a-year blockbuster fare sale rolled out on Tuesday morning. Short trips were cheapest, but the sale included longer flights, too

These are the 10 Most Beautiful Libraries in the World

There's nothing a bookworm likes more than a reading holiday; and what could be better than a holiday read? Surely only a holiday library. Many of the most beautiful in the world are open to the public for visits, so to celebrate Libraries Week, which runs until 14 October, we've picked our favourites from around the globe

Why Lviv makes the Best Value Weekend Break this Winter

Laidback cafes, chocolate shops and fairytale architecture - here's why Lviv is the perfect cultural break

Nine things Cruise Newbies Need to Know before Walking the Gangplank

There are hundreds of cruise lines out there, and sifting through the options — like the themes (“The Walking Dead” or “Oprah”?) destinations (Caribbean, Alaska, Mediterranean, Asia?) and even ship sizes (travel on the largest cruise ship in the world!) — can be overwhelming. But here’s a little secret: Even cruise experts rely on travel agents to find the right fit

Dubai Airport is replacing Security Checks with Face-Scanning Fish

Dubai International Airport is doing away with security counters next year and introducing virtual fish to verify your identity instead. Yes, you read that right

Miami Street Art: Welcome to America's most Instagrammable City

Goldman Srebnick owns and runs the most prominent of these, Wynwood Walls, an outdoor space that boasts the largest collection of street art murals in the world. Even for those of us who generally prefer our paint passed from brush to canvas, rather than can to wall, this place is impressive

The Glass-Bottomed Walkway in China that Cracks Under your Feet

China has developed something of an obsession with terrifying glass-bottomed walkways. But its newest see-through bridge really takes the biscuit

6 Scottish Highlands Vacations To Take If You Can't Get Enough 'Outlander'

The lush greenery and rich landscapes of the Scottish Highlands are calling, and these six spots are perfect for you. Best of all, you can visit without transporting through a magical rock, ye ken?

Top Luggage Hacks to Pack Light and Avoid Excess Baggage Fees

There are simple steps to avoid coughing up extra cash for an overstuffed suitcase. The most effective way to avoid excess fees is to understand exactly how much you can stash on an aircraft, then pack accordingly

New Details Revealed for World's Largest Cruise Ship

While Royal Caribbean Symphony of the Seas is set to become the world’s largest cruise ship next year, it will have a lot in common with its sister ships. Except they won’t have laser tag

Condor's Summer Flights from New Orleans to Germany will Return in 2018

Condor Airlines will continue its twice-weekly, summertime nonstop flights from New Orleans to Germany in 2018. The flight launched in May as one of two new European connections for the city

Breathtaking Fall Bike Adventures

Some of the best places to take a cycling adventure are on former railway corridors given new life as recreational paths

Complimentary and Extended Pre-Cruise Packages

American Cruise Lines announces special 2018 Complimentary and Extended Pre-Cruise Packages on many of its most popular itineraries.

Saturday Night Live

On this date in 1975, Saturday Night Live had its debut as a new comedy show for NBC

Not Just Rooms, Hotels Offer One-of-a-Kind Experiences

With competitors like Airbnb nipping at their heels, hotels are going beyond extra nights and room upgrades to entice their most faithful customers

Southwest Airlines Paints Boeing 737 for Animated Disney-Pixar Movie

Southwest Airlines is turning to Disney as the source of inspiration for its latest “specialty aircraft.” The carrier will paint one of its Boeing 737s in the colors of “Coco,” an upcoming Disney-Pixar movie set to be released Nov. 22

Seven Hotels that Will Make You want to Visit Japan

Travelers can take their pick between a high-rise hotel with far-reaching views, a traditional inn or even a futuristic pod hotel

Travel Experts Say we Need a Flight Levy to Protect Against Airline Collapse

All plane tickets should be subject to a levy to fund the repatriation of passengers after an airline collapses, Abta has demanded. The travel association’s chief executive, Mark Tanzer, said: “The Monarch collapse has shown consumer protection in travel is not understood and there’s a gaping hole at its centre.”

Hamburg: Why it's Time you Took a Break in Germany's Most Liveable City

The maritime city is defined by the ebb and flow of water. The Elbe, the city’s industrial shipping artery, is an immense tidal river that courses into the North Sea

Windsor Castle Visitor Guide: Tickets, Prices, Opening Times and Highlights

There are few things to beat a first view of Windsor Castle crouching on its ridge above the River Thames, 23 miles west of central London, with that peculiar menace created so brilliantly by the Normans

3 Haunted Haunts Only The Bravest Travelers Should Visit

Boo! Halloween is just around the corner and what better way to come face to face with fear than by staying in a seriously spooky accommodation. Whether you want to get the creeps in a dingy dungeon, or panic at a haunted hotel, Booking.com, the world leader in connecting travelers with more than one million incredible places to stay, has compiled a list of the best best destinations to give yourself a fright

Cruise Ship Stuck in the Gulf because of Tropical Depression Nate

The Carnival Fantasy is two days overdue since the port of Mobile, Alabama, was closed because of the storm, and no one knows when it will be able to return

No more Air Berlin Flights from Miami — or Any Place Else

Bankrupt German airline Air Berlin says it’s preparing to end flights at the end of October. The dpa news agency reported Monday that in a letter to employees the airline, Germany’s second largest, said that flights under the airline code AB “according to the current state of things, will no longer be possible after October 28 at the latest.”

Carve out Some Time to visit Illinois' Mega Pumpkin Patch

The Condills' Great Pumpkin Patch in Arthur is packed with 300-plus varieties of pumpkins, squash and gourds from more than 30 countries

Why It's Completely Fine to Travel to Honeymoon Destinations by Yourself

Solo travel can even apply to the most romantic honeymoon destinations in the world. Here's why you should be going to places like the Maldives by yourself

The "First Lady of Tequila" Provides an Insider's Guide to San Miguel de Allende

When Casa Dragones cofounder Bertha González Nieves launched the high-end sipping tequila label eight years ago in the central Mexico city of San Miguel de Allende, she says it was the independent spirit and courage of the city’s legendary Dragones cavalry that drew the brand there

The Alt City Guide to Cambridge

Cambridge’s food, drink, music and arts scenes are thriving, with an underground ethic energised more by town than gown

First Impressions of a Millennial River Cruise

Uniworld was one of the early pioneers of the luxury river cruise sector, and in 2018 it’ll become the first to enter the millennial cruise market with the debut of its U by Uniworld brand

More Trips for the Over 65s as 'Generation Rent' feels the Holiday Pinch

New research released by Abta, the travel association, also shows that families and the over-65s are among Britain’s top holidaymakers. Abta’s annual Holiday Habits Report reveals that people with older families (children over the age of five) took the most trips, booking an average of 4.5, with the majority of their holidays taken in the UK

South African Airways Extends Group Booking Promotion

South African Airways (SAA), the national flag carrier of South Africa and Africa’s most awarded airline, has extended its special group booking promotion of offering one free tour conductor ticket* (restrictions apply) for every 10 group passengers traveling on SAA

The Resignation of Spiro Agnew

On this day in 1973, Vice President Spiro Agnew resigned from office

7 Destinations to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

In honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs from Sept. 15 through Oct. 15, here are seven spots to celebrate, from Seville to Montevideo

For Marathon Weekend in New York, Hotel Packages and Fun Runs

Even if you are not participating in the TCS New York City Marathon in November, there are plenty of running-related events (and meals) on offer

Oops, Wrong City! Stupid Travel Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

You don't have to be an occasional traveler to screw up. It can happen to anyone. This is a good time to think about travel troubles, before your next big vacation or business trip

For Airlines, Two Engines are Better than Four

Could the end be near for passenger flights on four-engine jets? That's a question Boeing and Airbus may soon have to answer as sales languish. That Boeing’s humped 747 — perhaps the world’s most-recognizable jet — and Airbus’ mammoth A380 “superjumbo” jet struggle to find traction among passenger airlines may come as a surprise

Universal Parks Take a “Shining” to Halloween Events

Rather than passively watch scary films such as Stanley Kubrick's 1980 tour de force, The Shining, visitors become characters in carefully reconstructed sets from the movies

Returning Pilfered Goods to the Washington Marriott Wardman Park can earn you a Free Stay

To all you sticky fingered guests who have “borrowed” an ice bucket or light fixture from the Washington Marriott Wardman Park: The venerable hotel in Woodley Park wants its stuff back. In return, you could receive a two-night weekend stay in the Langston Hughes suite in Wardman Tower, plus 500,000 Marriott Rewards points

An Arctic Cruise in search of Whales, Walruses and the Mighty Polar Bear

Ioffe is a Russian-owned polar research vessel that is still used for its original purpose for several weeks each year, as well as being chartered for expedition cruises by the likes of One Ocean Expeditions

We've Entered a New Phase in the Story of Low-Cost Flights – and Higher Fares could be Next

We are certainly entering a new phase in the story of no-frills flying, one where fewer airlines are likely to dominate the market and fares may rise

South Dartmouth or European village? It Can Be Hard to Tell When You're in Padanaram

Padanaram can feel like another world entirely. With its old-country vibe, this harbor village — tucked in the town of South Dartmouth — is where you might bicycle from art gallery to high-end clothing shop, eat fresh pastries, turn lunch and a bottle of wine into a long, lazy afternoon

The 'Devil's Swimming Pool' on the Edge of Victoria Falls is for Adrenaline Junkies Only

But while the power, beauty, and sheer force of the falls leaves most people with a sense of respectful fear, for others, it simply makes them want to dive right in. And luckily for them, for a few short months a year you can

The Reinvention of Sarajevo's Historic Holiday Inn hotel

Originally opened as a Holiday Inn for the 1984 Sarajevo Winter Olympics, the hotel became the glitzy accommodation for the International Olympic Committee leadership, the US and British Ambassadors to Yugoslavia, and US actor Kirk Douglas

4 Perfect Picnic Spots in the Sierra Foothills, from Sonora to Yosemite

Summer's heat has waned and the crisp air makes us long for al fresco feasts – perhaps with a Thermos of something warm and hearty to accompany those sandwiches, cider and sides. The foothills of California's Gold Country are dotted with beautiful picnic spots

Another Carnival Cruise Ship Emerges From Major Makeover

The Jacksonville, Fla.-based Carnival Elation on Saturday resumed sailings out of the city with a new water park, 38 new cabins and several new food and drink venues that were added during a multi-week overhaul in the Bahamas

St Helena's Airport Finally Ready For Touchdown

But on 14 October an SA Airlink aircraft will touch down on the infamous runway after a six-hour flight from Johannesburg (refuelling in Windhoek, Namibia, en route). With it will arrive 68 passengers and a new chapter in the history this tiny volcanic outpost in the middle of the south Atlantic

Supernova 1604

On this day in 1604, observers in Northern Italy witnessed a supernova which occurred in the Milky Way, in the constellation Ophiuchus

PATH (Professional Association of Travel Hosts) Announces Hurricane Relief Donation

PATH announced today a donation of $5000.00 dollars to support the work being carried out by The ID (Island Destinations) Travel Group Foundation to assist in the recovery from Hurricane Irma and Maria

Here's Why We Travel

Ask a hundred people why they travel, and you’re likely to get nearly as many different answers. However, for those who turn to travel to quench a thirst for exploration, a theme begins to emerge

Expanding Aer Lingus makes Philadelphia its Newest U.S. City

Irish carrier Aer Lingus will begin flying to Philadelphia next year. The airline revealed the new Dublin-Philadelphia route as it rolled out its updated schedule for summer of 2018

Zion National Park's Beauty calls Visitors back

Zion and its 229 square miles of cliff walls, canyons and stunning scenery lie about 300 miles from Salt Lake City

Nobu Epitomises Ibiza's Transformation from Down and Dirty Party Town to High-Class Hangout

Expect an audible gasp to accompany your arrival at Nobu hotel in Ibiza. The building, made from pale white stone, has flowing features throughout, including an entrance hall where the floor seems to pour into one of the hotel's two swimming pools

This New Plane Guarantees you get a Window or Aisle seat

Like the existing Embraer jets flying with British Airways, Stobart Air and others, the new plane has four-abreast seating — everyone gets a window or aisle seat

Visitors will Soon Have to Pay to Enter one of Rome's Oldest Monuments

Visitors to Rome will soon have to pay to enter the Pantheon, one of the Italian capital's oldest monuments. The building, one of the few ancient sites in the city that is currently free, will start charging tourists from early next year according to Italian culture minister Dario Franceschini who announced the plans last week

14 Reasons to make Russia your Next Holiday Destination

A hundred years on, Chris Leadbeater relishes Russia’s revolutionary appeal

Ancestry.com Teams Up with Tour Company to help you Discover your Roots

Go Ahead Tours and Ancestry.com have partnered to offer unique tours that delve into participants’ personal histories. The new portfolio of heritage trips offers 2018 itineraries to Ireland, Italy, and Germany. New tours and destinations will be announced in early 2018, with departures in 2019

Airline accused of 'Intimidating' Passengers Trying to Claim Compensation for Canceled Flights

The legal firm Fair Plane, which specializes in claims for flight delays, is asking Ryanair for both an apology and compensation after the airline allegedly sent a letter to its clients

Should the Travel Industry try Playing Matchmaker?

Studies suggest that travelers are happier when they engage with strangers they meet on their trips. So how can the industry embrace this news?

Lahaina's Historic Pioneer Inn Brims with Legend

This two-story wooden structure, with a pleasant courtyard and saloon, is owned by Best Western, so all that historic charm is now coupled with comfortable, clean beds and Keurig coffeemakers in every room

Titanic Hotel Belfast: Review

The former Harland

American Cruise Lines Takes Alaska Summer 2018

With special cruise ship access to Glacier Bay from The National Park Service, American Constellation’s arrival this Junewill more than double American Cruise Lines’ capacity in the region and help meet the recent demand for cruise travel to Alaska

Casino-turned-Cruise Boat a good bet for Mississippi River Voyages

After getting the royal treatment, the former Isle of Capri riverboat casino is back in the water as the American Duchess, offering cruises through the country's heartland

Cruise Dress Codes: How to Pack for a Cruise

The dilemma of what to wear to dinner and, it seems, just as importantly, what fellow passengers will be wearing, faces everyone as they prepare to pack for a cruise

Are These 8 Up-and-Coming Neighborhoods the New Williamsburgs?

While some of the burgeoning neighborhoods named in the survey won’t exactly come as a big surprise (ahem, East Nashville), there are definitely a few under-the-radar newbies to note. Below, a look at each of the districts that made the list, plus some key spots to seek out, should you decide to go

Announcement from Celestyal Cruises

Celestyal Cruises today announced that it is returning to Cuba on October 20th, 2017 for its 5th year of winter deployment presenting the line's unmatched, all-inclusive, seven-day circumnavigation of one of the world’s most beautiful island nations will continue to operate following the enduring interest of travelers from all over the world

Jason Lewis Completes His Journey

Little recognized by most people, October 6, 2007 Jason Lewis became the first human to circumnavigate the planet entirely under his own power, using no motors and no sails

36 Hours in Ljubljana, Slovenia

In the Slovenian capital, a car-free center, historic architecture, lots of green space and riverbanks lined with cafes, pubs and boutiques

Ryanair Plane Is Escorted by Military Jet to Stansted Airport in U.K.

The flight, which originated in Kaunas, Lithuania, landed safely around 8:55 a.m., the police said, and passengers were escorted off the aircraft. Ryanair said a “suspected hoax security alert” had been flagged by the Lithuanian authorities

What do Hotel Guests Really Want? The Answer may Surprise You

The lodging industry thinks it knows. The pollsters do, but too often they ask the wrong questions. One recent survey suggested guests crave more technology. (It was sponsored by Oracle.) Another claimed guests desire free Wi-Fi, breakfast and parking. Well, duh

Disney Parks: Halloween Events without the Screams

During the Halloween season, parks such as Universal Studios and Knott's Berry Farm transform their midways into hellish landscapes with blood-splattered mazes designed to invoke terror. The Disney theme parks, however, celebrate the spooky season with nary a drop of blood

22 Reasons Why Everyone is Going to Portugal Right Now

Last month the country reported gleefully that it was heading for another record year for overseas arrivals. Here's why the country, which celebrates its Republic Day today and was this week named Europe's best destination at the World Travel Awards, is proving so popular

The Best Hotels for Forest Walks in Britain

Winnie the Pooh once said, "You can't stay in your corner of the Forest waiting for others to come to you. You have to go to them sometimes." With this in mind, we’ve rounded up some of the best hotels with woodland walks so you can explore windswept woods and enchanting ancient forests

Why San Diego Might be your Best Bet for a Family-Friendly Vacation

San Diego is an often overlooked city when it comes to visiting California, but it has many of the same wonderful elements of a typical California visit without the crowds and traffic that travelers often associate with Los Angeles and San Francisco

Wake up to Wildlife: Asia's Best Luxury Tented Camps

Looking for adventure that doesn't sacrifice comfort? Here are the top luxury tent experiences in the Asia region

3 Enjoyable Fall Hikes on the Olympic Peninsula

Access to Olympic Hot Springs has reopened, and you can look for autumn beauty at Hurricane Ridge and the Quinault Valley

Alpha Flight Services opens Australia’s largest Commercial Kitchen at Melbourne Airport

The enormous 11,000sq m building has been opened by Alpha Flight Services and is the largest commercial kitchen in the southern hemisphere, capable of producing more than 750,000 airline meals a month

New Wonders of Wildlife Aquarium and Museum turns Conservation Knob to 11

Not only is there a tidal-pool tank for petting horseshoe crabs and cute, kiddie-sized sharks, but there’s also a full-on stroke-a-stingray experience stocked with five species of the undulating flat fish

Will Las Vegas Hotels Start Scanning Guest' Luggage?

In the aftermath of Sunday night's horrific shooting, we look at how we check into hotels in a new light

Google's First Wireless Headphones Could Transform Travel With Real-Time Translation

Google announced a piece of hardware that aims to solve those anxiety-inducing experiences by bridging language barriers in real time. The company’s new wireless Pixel Buds are connected to Google Translate and the 40 different languages it knows

Royal Caribbean Sued Over Hurricane Harvey Cruise

Royal Caribbean (RCL) is being sued for allegedly pressuring passengers booked on a cruise into traveling to Houston even as Hurricane Harvey was set to strike the region, or risk losing the ability to get a refund on their tickets. Royal Caribbean's "Liberty of the Seas" had a scheduled voyage from Galveston, Texas, to Cozumel, Mexico, from Aug. 27 through Sept. 3

Carnival Elation Cruise Ship Emerges from Dry Dock After Hurricane Delay

Guy's Burger Joint, BlueIguana Cantina and a slew of new cabins are a few of the many features that will debut on Carnival Elation October 7 -- the ship's first cruise after a long-awaited makeover

First Televised Presidential Address

On October 5, 1947, President Harry Truman made the first presidential address broadcast by television

Taj Mahal Dropped from Tourism Booklet by Indian Government

The Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, is not mentioned in a new Utter Pradesh tourism booklet which highlights key attractions in the Indian state

Catalonia Protests: Is Barcelona Safe for Tourists?

Violent scenes took place in Barcelona on Sunday as police went head to head with voters who were attempting to cast ballots in an independence referendum. But why did the conflict take place and is it safe to travel to the city?

If Hotel Alarm Clocks Tick you Off, You're not Alone

Mention alarm clocks to a frequent hotel guest, and you’ll probably get an earful. Those ever-present digital clock radios frequently evoke feelings of confusion, frustration and even rage

Arizona Dude Ranch is a Family Tradition for the Ages — All of Them

This clan has found the ideal mix of respite, natural beauty and activities for three generations in the Tucson desert

More Turbulence and Longer Runways – Seven ways Climate Change will Affect Air Travel

It’s an inconvenient truth that jetting off to foreign shores for your holidays directly contributes to the very climate change that, according to some scientists, could have a considerable impact on aviation

The Town that Gave Russia its Name

While residents of Moscow and St Petersburg argue whether it was the Soviets or the tsars who defined Russian culture, Novgorodians insist it was the Vikings

Will SeaWorld's new $99.99 Annual Pass Draw More Visitors to the Park?

SeaWorld San Diego, which has been struggling to reverse its slumping attendance, announced last week that it would introduce a new $99.99 annual pass designed to induce repeat visits from the Southern California market

Beachfront 'Crown Jewel' complex in Gulf Shores to open in 2018

A $140 million beachfront hotel and conference center at Gulf State Park in Gulf Shores, Ala., is on schedule and on budget, with a projected opening in the fall of 2018, AL.com reported. It will replace the Gulf State Park Lodge, destroyed by Hurricane Ivan in 2004

New Orleans will get its Largest Cruise Ship Ever in 2018

Norwegian Cruise Line will start sailing its Norwegian Breakaway from New Orleans in 2018. The ship will be the largest to call New Orleans its homeport and will nearly double Norwegian's cruise capacity from the city

New App lets you Live the Yacht Life for as little as $120 a day

Once, chartering a big boat to cruise the Mediterranean or the Caribbean could cost you in the tens of thousands. A startup aims to make yacht tourism more affordable

Extreme Dinosaurs finds I-Drive home

Animatronic dinosaurs are moving into a new home on Orlando's International Drive -- Extreme Dinosaurs: The Exhibition opens in October 2017

How to Spend the Weekend in France Without Leaving North America

Pack your 220-volt convertor and your euros and get set to visit France without crossing the Atlantic. Welcome to St. Pierre and Miquelon, France's last foothold in North America

An Exclusive First Look at the Beekman Hotel's New Turret Suites in Downtown Manhattan

Stepping into one of the Beekman’s turret suites feels like entering an impeccably decorated country house, improbably hidden 10 stories above Lower Manhattan

Lower Fares from Ontario are just One of the Reasons Things are Looking Up for the Inland Empire Airport

Welcome to the world of Ontario Airport under local control, where things appear to be looking up for fliers in the Inland Empire as well as refugees from LAX

Water and Wine are the Blessings of New York's Finger Lakes Region

Upstate New York’s Finger Lakes region is an old-world, unhurried and unpretentious oasis of nature, culture, cuisine and world-class wine. You’ll visit formal Victorian gardens, museums and galleries, bicycle through 19th century villages, sip chilled wines in lakeside tasting rooms and hike to dozens of waterfalls

Here Are Some Alternatives to Uber

Uber may have lost its license in London but there are plenty of other apps to choose from there and in New York. Here's our guide

Sputnik

On October 4th, 1957, the Soviet Union launched the first Earth-orbiting man-made satellite

You Can Still Visit Cuba, Despite the New Travel Warning

As diplomatic tensions rise, tour operators are going out of their way to insist that travel to Cuba is still not only permitted, but safe

What to See and Do After Frieze London

The Regent’s Park will be the epicenter of activity for those attending Frieze London, but the sheer volume of things to see and do on the sidelines of the art fair can be intimidating. So here are some timely blockbuster exhibitions at famed museums, smaller shows at lesser-visited galleries, and characterful bars and alternatives to the ubiquitous megachain restaurants

The Most Surprising Airline Flights to Europe? Here are Two Dozen Options

Fancy a flight from St. Louis to Reykjavik? Or from Providence to Cork? It's the relatively obscure routes that spice up the USA's international flight schedules

October Roundup: A Look at Notable Hotel Renovations

The hotel industry is thriving, with new properties popping up all over the USA. As a result, existing properties are renovating to keep up. USA TODAY takes a look at notable hotel renovations this month

Why Rwanda is the Next Luxury Travel Hotspot

Over 20 years on from the devastating genocide, pockets of Rwanda have found their groove, providing a mix of luxury and adventure for discerning tourists

10 Things To Do In Bilbao

Bilbao is having a moment. With the Guggenheim Museum celebrating its 20th birthday in 2017 and the World’s 50 Best Restaurants Awards (the “Oscars of eating”) landing here in 2018, it’s clear there’s an ever-escalating cultural and culinary buzz around this once down-at-heel, now fabulously bounced-back, Basque city

England's Answer to Tuscany (But You've Probably Never Heard of It)

This land knows how to do high class. But it is class rooted in the fields, the moors and the fells of Bowland. Ladies and gentlemen, I give you Lancashire

Will Las Vegas Shooting Hit Tourism – and Does the Lack of Gun Controls Put You Off Visiting the US?

Las Vegas is the sixth most visited city in the US, accounting for just under 10 per cent of the nation’s overseas arrivals. Behind only the behemoths of New York, Miami, Los Angeles, Orlando and San Francisco, Nevada’s Sin City welcomes 3.3 million people from abroad each year - excluding Mexico and Canada

Allegiant Offering Free Flights to Victims, Family Impacted by Las Vegas Shooting

Allegiant Air said they are offering free flights for family members of victims of the mass shooting on the Las Vegas Strip. Las Vegas is the airline's hometown, so the company is offering flights to and from Las Vegas

9 Luxurious Fall Escapes

In many places throughout the United States, these coming months are a perfect time for an escape: The air is crisp, the crowds have thinned and mesmerizing colors abound. There's no need to rough it while taking in the autumn leaves. If you'd like to enjoy a luxurious vacation this fall, here are nine hotels to consider

Inside Denmark's Giant LEGO House

Get ready to embrace your inner child at Denmark's new LEGO House -- a 12,000-square meter house of fun, filled with 25 million iconic colorful building blocks. For fans of the colorful little bricks, this new attraction in Denmark is a must visit

Top Tips for Using Public Transport while Travelling Overseas

Catching public transport when you are travelling overseas is a great way to meet the local people, see the sights, and reach your next destination while saving money. Here are a dozen tips to help you get from A to B on public transport around the world, wherever you may be travelling to or from

Top Spots to Stay in Switzerland: Three Stunning Alpine Huts

In a country as geographically blessed and diverse as Switzerland, a stay in an Alpine hut provides the perfect antidote to highly strung urban lifestyles. But while the Swiss Alps have long attracted snow lovers, now hiking, cycling and cheese are high on the agenda as summer has its time to shine

Confessions of Australia’s Cruise Addicts

Many first-time cruisers have a “light bulb” moment when they realise life at sea is the life for them — and become repeat cruise guests. Escape speaks to four couples about what turned them on to the cruise life

Royal Caribbean Cruise Ship Receiving Multi-Million Dollar Makeover

Royal Caribbean has announced that they will be adding new features to Independence of the Seas that will make the cruise ship even more extraordinary than she already is

TAP is Europe's leading airline to Africa and to South America

TAP was voted the Europe’s Leading Airline to Africa and Europe’s Leading Airline for South America and its Inflight Magazine, UP, has won the first prize for Europe’s Leading Inflight Magazine at the latest World Travel Awards Gala Ceremony

Edgar Allan Poe

On October 3, 1847, the great American poet, critic and novelist Edgar Allan Poe was found delirious on the streets of Baltimore, Maryland

These 18 Easy Tips Can Save You a Fortune on Your Next Trip

From websites that scour the globe for unbooked hotel rooms to insider tips for shaving hidden fees off your restaurant bill, here's the lowdown on how you can save on every aspect of your next trip

Air France Jet Engine Fails Mid-Flight

One of the four engines on the Airbus A380 flight AF66 failed west of Greenland on Saturday. No-one was injured in the incident, but passengers remained on board hours after the landing at 15:42 GMT

Luxury for Less in Orlando? It Can Be Done

To make an upscale trip more affordable, plan meals wisely, focus on family-friendly hotels with lots of activities and pay attention to promotions

Hotels Try to Shut Out Noise from Guestrooms

From double insulating walls to adding thicker headboards to installing quieter air conditioning units to providing white noise machines, hotels are trying to provide a more calming sleep environment

The Best Museum Exhibits in Europe for Fall 2017

Prepare to be dazzled by precious jewels, wowed by a Game of Thrones-esque warrior tribe, and toast to the first winemakers in history. Make plans to visit Europe’s museums this fall — and see these best exhibits on deck

Heartbreak for Monarch Staff and Passengers after 4am Airline Collapse

After 49 years of flying tens of millions of passengers to Europe and beyond, one of the proudest names in travel has collapsed — costing the jobs of 2,750 staff and the holiday plans of hundreds of thousands of travellers

10 Reasons to Visit the Happiest Country on Earth

Whales, kayaking, hiking… Andrew Stone selects 10 enticing escapes in Norway

10 Tips for Mastering the Mindful Weekend Getaway

Savvy travelers, or as we like to call them, Weekenders, recognize every Friday afternoon as an opportunity to escape. They know that 10-day trips aren’t always possible, but a mini-excursion still has the potential for some serious R

Las Vegas Shooting: Mandalay Bay, MGM Hotels on Lockdown after Concert Massacre

MGM Resorts International confirmed it has placed the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino and its nearby resorts on “lockdown” in the wake of Sunday night's massacre in Las Vegas

Hawaii Getaway: A Blast to Lahaina's Historic Past

This tropical town may be better known for its touristy souvenir shops and cafes, but a stroll along Lahaina's waterfront yields a glimpse into Hawaii's past, from its whaling days to King Kamehameha's extracurricular activities

Three Days in the Okanagan Valley

Penticton has all the right ingredients for a perfect getaway. Head home after a few days feeling relaxed and well fed or—better yet—extend your trip and explore more of BC’s Okanagan Valley

What you Don't Read in a Cruise Brochure

What do you want from your cruise? Fine wining and dining? Top-drawer entertainment? You can see how tricky it gets when you start drilling down on the specifics. That’s why God invented cruise agents

12 Incredible Escapes to Cruise your way into Autumn - From Balmy Rio to Frozen Alaska

There’s so much more to a holiday at sea than lounging on deck or indulging in the buffet. Excursions open up a world of adventure. To mark Cruise Month we head down the gangway

Disney: Swan and Dolphin Resort shows off New-Look Rooms, Lobby

The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort is celebrating the completion of a renovation that has involved all 2,267 guests rooms and, dramatically, the Dolphin’s lobby

Want To Travel But Don't Care Where? Book A 'Surprise Vacation'

Pack Up Go is one of a handful of surprise vacation travel agencies that aims to add a suspenseful twist to trips

Horniman Museum Plans Major New Gallery Exploring 'What it Means to Be Human'

One of London’s most-treasured museums, the Horniman, is developing the World Gallery to showcase the way ‘people from every continent live their lives’

Las Vegas McCarran International Airport Resumes Flights after 'Temporarily' Suspending them Following Shooting

McCarran Airport first advised its passengers that some flights “will be affected” and said delays are to be expected. It later tweeted saying all flights in and out of the airport “have been temporarily halted” following the reported shooting on the Las Vegas Strip

New Black Boxes Will Be Easier to Track in Plane Crashes at Sea

Instead of going down with the plane, the recorders will be released and bob back to the surface. They will then send a signal to satellites

Peanuts

On October 2, 1950 seven newspapers, including the Seattle Times, the Washington Post and the Chicago Tribune ran the very first Peanuts comic strip written and illustrated by Charles M. Schulz

Another Passenger Has Been Dragged Off a Flight — This Time After Saying She Had a Deadly Pet Allergy

A Southwest passenger was forcibly dragged off a flight from Baltimore to Los Angeles on Tuesday night after she was unable to produce paperwork related to an allergy

Hotels Rake in Record Fees, and Travelers Foot the Bill

These days you may be charged for even basic amenities, like storing luggage, parking, housekeeping or simply having a room with a safe

Red Roof Introduces A New Hotel Brand

Red Roof has launched a new collection of hotels: The Red Collection. It’s the first so-called soft brand in the company’s 44 years

Basic Economy: Are those Cheaper United, American and Delta Fares Right for You?

Basic economy is not a specific section on the plane like those premium economy seats some airlines sell with extra legroom and other perks. It's simply a cheaper fare that comes with so many restrictions that critics call it third class or steerage

How this Tiny Welsh Town Ended Up Holding the World's Biggest Elvis Festival

Porthcawl is the kind of traditional seaside town that would by now have become a ghost town were it elsewhere. But the place is thriving: the arcade is packed, the beer is flowing from 10am until who knows when, and there is a feeling of bonhomie that has settled over Porthcawl like a warm blanket

Craiova? Pardubice? Sulaymaniyah? 17 Obscure Cities you can Fly to Direct from Britain

For every New York, Paris, Rome, Barcelona and Moscow, the runways are also packed with planes heading directly to distant outposts that you definitely haven't heard of

How Do Cruise Ships Survive Hurricanes?

The main reason cruise ships do not capsize in hurricanes is that they are not placed in harm’s way

Quebec City Isn't Just A Smaller Montreal

The rest of Canada may be celebrating its 150th birthday this year, but Quebec has the rest of the country beat. It was founded in 1608

Where Mother Nature is the Guest of Honor

The next generation of environmentally friendly hotels brings encouraging news. Among those is 1 Hotels, whose nifty slogan, “Live Well and Live Green,” isn’t an empty mantra

Etihad Airline is Launching ‘Fly now, Pay later,’ Gives Customers 5 Years to Pay for Ticket

The airline is now giving a “fly now pay later” option with the cost spread over up to five years, using payment provider PayFort, which accepts payment plans from three months to 60 months

The Ultimate Packing List for a South Pacific Cruise

Turquoise waters, picture-perfect tropical islands and sunshine make the South Pacific a favourite place for Australians to cruise. But what to pack? Here are some tips from the experts

Why you Should Apply for or Renew your U.S. Passport before January

Americans should apply for or renew their passports before January because processing times are shortest between September and December. That’s the word from the U.S. State Department, which each year declares September to be Passport Month

SeaWorld Scares up Kid-Friendly Halloween

All those bubbles set the scene and the underseas theme of Spooktacular, a kid-driven event at SeaWorld Orlando on Saturdays and Sundays through Oct. 29

Americans Love Fall Travel, New Study Finds

According to AAA, 28 percent of United States citizens expect to make time to travel between Labor Day and Thanksgiving. Fewer crowds and children, more favorable weather and a better value are some of the reasons travelers prefer vacations in the fall

Stealthy, Scarce and Spectacular: Viewing Tigers in India

Going on safari to India to photograph tigers in the wild is an unrivaled experience. These are the world's largest cats: stealthy, solitary and spectacular

Backpacker Panic as Machu Picchu Permits Go on Sale Three Months Early

The number of visitors allowed to tackle the route to the ancient citadel in Peru is limited to 500 a day, with permits bookable only through authorised tour operators and often sold out months in advance

Hong Kong Airlines Signs Codeshare Agreement with WestJet

Hong Kong Airlines and WestJet announced that they have entered into a codeshare agreement, which sees Hong Kong Airlines placing its HX marketing code on WestJet operated flight

Washington National Cathedral

Construction on the Washington National Cathedral was begun on this date in 1907

36 Hours in Sonoma County, California

Sonoma County is known for its many varietals and the oenophiles who flock there to sip and swill. From 300-foot tall trees to manicured tea gardens to farm-to-table dining, it’s easy to fall under its spell

What to See and Do in Paris After the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe

Fall is one of the best times of the year to visit Paris, its buildings glowing in the golden light and its parks covered with yellow leaves. There is more to see and do in Paris than just visit the Eiffel Tower

Traveling with Depression: 12 Tips for a Better Trip

If you’re struggling with depression, it doesn’t necessarily mean that you can’t travel, but you may need to take a little extra care and preparation to ensure that your trip goes smoothly. The following tips can help make traveling with depression a little easier

The Latest Free Perk on U.S. Airlines: Mobile Messaging

Delta Air Lines announced Wednesday morning that customers on its Wi-Fi enabled planes will be able to communicate via iMessage, WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger at no charge

Cruise Ships Could be Back in St. Thomas by End of October

Even as work continues to restore basic infrastructure such as power in some areas hit hard by hurricanes Irma and Maria, Gov. Kenneth Mapp on Tuesday said late October was a realistic target for having cruise vessels return to the islands

The Ultra-Comfortable Plane That Airlines Don't Think You Want

The CSeries, introduced to the public last year, promises “unparalleled comfort” in a single-aisle cabin, offering wider seats, bigger overhead compartments and larger windows. The only problem? Very few airlines are interested

These 6 Cities Make The Perfect Alternative Getaways

There's nothing better than a cultural escape to somewhere new, whether it’s a long weekend away with friends or loved ones, or part of a bigger trip. If you love exploring on foot, soaking up city sights, learning the history of a new destination and trying local cuisine, there is no shortage of incredible cities around the world to go and explore

Airport Computer Check-In Systems Crash 'Around The World,' Causing Passenger Delays

The outage began early on Thursday, leaving passengers waiting in long lines at counters waiting to check-in for their flights. The Amadeus Alta, the company that provides the software, confirmed it is experiencing a “network issue that is causing disruption,”

This Cruise was Canceled to Run a Rescue Mission in Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands

Royal Caribbean International is canceling a planned sailing for a worthier cause: rescue and humanitarian efforts in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands

New Downtown Flagstaff Hotel Brings More Than Just Views

For the first time in decades, a new hotel is open and accepting guests in downtown Flagstaff. Downtown Flagstaff is already a draw for tourists, with an excess of 75 restaurants and nightlife activities within walking distance of the hotel

September Hotel Update: Hottest Openings

It’s been a tough summer for the hotel industry in certain parts of the world, with hurricanes and earthquakes pulling them into crisis mode. Nonetheless, the industry is still thriving overall and new buzz-worthy hotels have opened in recent months

How to Spend a Weekend in Cartagena

Got 48 hours to spend in this 16th-century port city? Here’s how to make the most of a short break

Got a Complaint about the Travel Industry? It’s got One about You, too

Experts say lack of information and unrealistic expectations are factors in consumer disappointment

Thinking of Visiting Tibet? Amdo is One of the Best Places for First-Timers

One of the best places to do that for first-time visitors to Tibetan areas is in Amdo, one of Tibet’s three main kingdoms. Today, Amdo includes parts of the Chinese provinces of Qinghai, Gansu, and slivers of Sichuan, similar to the way New England comprises a region of six states in America

The Norman Invasion

For eight months, the Duke of Normandy's ships were prevented from sailing to England because of unfavorable winds

Sustainable Travel Can Be Budget-Friendly

The term sustainable travel has been inextricably tied to opulent eco-travel. Fueled by a desire for guiltless extravagance and increasing attention paid to climate change, sustainability became a misused, industrywide buzzword associated with far-flung, expensive trips

In Paris, a New Museum to Celebrate Yves Saint Laurent

The Musée Yves Saint Laurent Paris, scheduled to open to the public next week, will showcase the designer’s creations in the settings where they were conceived

IHG To Start New Midscale Hotel Brand

InterContinental Hotels Group has revealed the name of its new midscale brand: avid hotels. The new brand became franchise-ready this week. More than 150 owners have already expressed interest in it

Alaska Airlines Retiring Its Unique Boeing 737 'Combis'

Alaska Airlines is retiring its last four "combi" planes, special Boeing 737-400s designed to carry cargo in the middle of the plane and 72 passengers in the rear, company vice president Marilyn Romano told The Associated Press ahead of this week’s unveiling of the first of three new cargo planes for the state

10 Things You Have To Do In Lodz

Łódź knows the transformative power of a lick of paint and a little imagination. Once you’ve wrapped your brain – and your tongue – around that, here’s what to do in this charming city

World's Longest 'Direct' Flight is Actually Making Stopovers in Australia

The world’s longest non-stop flight has been reduced to a protracted one-stop trip due to Auckland airport running short of jet fuel. Qatar Airways flight 921 is scheduled to cover the 9,025 miles from New Zealand’s largest city to Doha in 18 hours

10 Surprising Countries Where Tourism is Booming in 2017

The latest United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has revealed the world’s fastest growing tourist destinations for 2017 – and the results throw up a few surprises

Justice Clarence Thomas gets Exhibit in Smithsonian's African-American Museum

The display recognizes both Thomas and the late Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall, the only two African-Americans ever to serve on the nation's highest court

Inside New Zealand’s Luxury Lodges - the Private World of Zillionaires

New Zealand’s top lodges feature often on international “best” lists for good reasons. In a country that’s known for knock-your-socks-off scenery, they occupy some of the best spots

Cruise Ship that made Hstoric Return to Cuba to Become Azamara Pursuit

Most notably seen in Florida sailing under Carnival Corp.'s short-lived Fathom brand, Adonia, will be switching companies, getting a makeover and become Azamara Pursuit

The Wild, Private Island Where Coral Reef Is Center Stage

For those drawn to coral, Bawah Island is an unparalleled place in which to encounter it. The formations are almost immaculate—there are some visible scars left by fishing boats and anchors—and because the water is so uncontaminated and light, there’s often a view span of 31 to 36 miles

Would You Pay a Travel Service to Get You Lost?

For travelers seeking the ultimate challenge, luxury travel company Black Tomato has launched Get Lost, a new travel service that aims to get their clients back to the roots of discovery

Three Tokyo Day Trips Step Into Japanese History

It's hard to fathom that there are easy day trips that can take you as far back as 900 years and remove you from that 21st century head space without letting you forget you’re in Japan. Kamakura, Nikko and Yokoham are favorite destinations for their history, temples and ease of access from Tokyo

Carnival Announces Two Full-Time Ships for Australia and Golden Princess to Transfer to PandO

In 2020, Carnival Cruise Line will have two ships sailing full-time in Australia, Golden Princess will be transferred to P

At Puerto Rico's Main Airport, Heavy Hearts and Long Waits

The Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport is normally a bustling and happy place, full of vacationers and warm family reunions. Since Hurricane Maria, however, the airport, the Caribbean’s busiest, has been a place of concentrated anxiety, with limited power and services and no air-conditioning

The First Model T

On this day in 1908, the first production Model T automobile left the factory at the Piquette Plant in Detroit, Michigan

The Best Way To See The Best Of Africa? Ethiopian Holidays

Let the tour division of the continent's #1 airline, Ethiopian Airlines, be your guide on your next African adventure

Windstar Unveils New ‘Unexpected’ Ad Campaign and Impressive 2018 Voyage Collection Brochure

Windstar Cruises announces the launch of an intriguing new marketing campaign that introduces a brand evolution for the award-winning small ship cruise line, emphasizing the line’s specialty in creating vacation experiences that are 180 degrees from ordinary

Airbnb Offers Tours With New Yorkers (No Vacation Rental Required)

The company is bringing Experiences, its service for travelers to book activities with Airbnb hosts, to New York. The city is the company’s 40th destination where travelers can book local tours

Southwest Airlines Unveils New Ad Campaign

The new “Behind Every Seat is a Story” effort attempts to tell the carrier’s story as imagined by its passengers. It also pays service to the new state-of-the-art Boeing 737 MAX 8 jets that are to begin flying for the airline in October

Famed Queen Mary 2 to Get a New Sister as Cunard Announces Expansion

The historic line will grow to four ships by 2022 with the addition of the as-yet-unnamed, 3,000-passenger vessel

Robots, Chatbots, and Augmented Reality: The Future of Travel and the Coolest Airport Tech

Airport technology keeps getting increasingly advanced to make things more personalised, more automated, and hopefully more of a breeze. Here’s what’s in store

How to See Sweden, Norway, and Denmark in Three Days

Scandinavia is a beautiful part of Europe – but how to fit in as much as possible when you only have a few days of annual leave left? We tackled this problem by embarking upon a whistlestop tour of Norway, Sweden and Denmark by plane, train and automobile

14 Reasons Why The Western Cape Should Be Your Next Holiday Destination

A new centre for the art world, this corner of South Africa has got it all going on, says Pippa de Bruyn

Is The Ned the Hotel Equivalent of a Millennial - Ambitious but Deeply Confused?

Telegraph Travel columnist Sherelle Jacobs checks into The Ned hotel and members' club, one of the most anticipated new hang-outs in the capital

Allegiant Air Flight Evacuated after Smoke Fills Cabin: 'We Used our Shirts to Mask our Faces'

Allegiant Air flight 514, which had just arrived at Fresno Yosemite International Airport from Las Vegas, had abruptly stopped during taxiing when smoke began emanating from the front of the plane

How the World is Changing for Travelers with Autism

For travelers with autism, trips can present special challenges. Learn how airlines, museums, hotels and theme parks help make travel rewarding

From Shawshank to Al Capone's Cell, Historic Prisons Captivate Tourists

The last prisoners left in 1970. The paint is peeling, and some walls are crumbling. But once again, Eastern State is welcoming tourists to what was an experiment in incarceration

A Dolly Parton Guide to Tennessee

Other than her husband of 50 years, Tennessee is Dolly Parton’s great love. It’s served as her muse, inspiring songs and other creative pursuits, and her home. Here’s a guide to the places that Dolly Parton holds dear

10 of the Best new budget Hotels and Hostels in Europe

Stylish but affordable hostels and hotels aimed at the Instagram generation continue to open apace across Europe, offering excellent value and a party atmosphere

Viking Takes Delivery of their 4th Ocean Cruise Ship

Viking Sun’s maiden voyage will set sail from Venice, Italy on October 4, making her way through the Adriatic and Ionian Seas. In early November, Viking Sun will cross the Atlantic to sail fall itineraries

How to Feed an Entire Holiday Resor Without Ruining the Planet

Vidanta Nuevo Vallarta Resort, just north of Puerto Vallarta on the west side of Mexico, is a sprawling vista of lush riverbeds peppered with impeccable landscaping of indigenous plant life

France's Bizarre New 'Sirline for Millennials' Unveils Flights to Brazil and Seychelles

Joon, which will be based under the watchful eye of its parent carrier at Charles de Gaulle Airport in Paris, will first begin flying to four short-haul cities in December - Barcelona, Berlin, Lisbon and Porto - before kicking off its long-haul routes

Launch of the RMS Queen Mary

From 1934 to 1967, the RMS Queen Mary sailed the North Atlantic Ocean for the Cunard Line

A Visit to Italian Villages That Inspired the Term 'Riviera'

The term “Riviera” was born on this region, on this crescent-shaped stretch of coast known as Liguria, which runs from the ancient town of Ventimiglia, just over the border from France, through better-known destinations such as San Remo, as well as casual beach spots like Imperia and Finale Ligure

Going Local: Is It Possible, as a Foreigner, to Experience a Country as Its People Do?

Authenticity in travel, taking in a culture on its own terms, has become an increasingly implausible endeavor, but it’s still a popular aspiration. Ostensibly brave and sophisticated travelers dream of vacationing like the locals

Boeing lands Blockbuster Dreamliner Deal from Turkish Worth Up To $11 Billion

Turkish Airlines said on Friday it intends to order 40 787-9 “Dreamliners” from Boeing

Cruises out of San Juan, Puerto Rico in Flux in Wake of Maria

With San Juan and the surrounding area still reeling from the effects of Hurricane Maria, Royal Caribbean late Sunday canceled a sailing out of the city scheduled for Wednesday

Crisis-hit Ryanair Slashes Winter Fares in Bid to Win Back Passengers

Fly to France for under £5, and to much of the rest of Europe for less than £10: that is the offer from Ryanair as it seeks to get flight bookings back on track after the worst week in its history

The 20 Greatest Cities for an Autumn Break – and Where to Stay

As the crowds depart, it's time to soak up the urban charms of 20 great city break destinations. We pick 20 of the best destinations, from Barcelona to Bruges

The Town That Sold Mountains To The World

St Moritz, the showiest of Switzerland’s Alpine resorts, is no ordinary ski town – it’s responsible for winter tourism as we know it today

A Peek Inside New York's Poster Museum

rying to visit all of New York City's art museums is a daunting task -- whether it's feminist art at the Brooklyn Museum's Sackler Center or edgy multimedia work at MoMA -- but a new project based in Manhattan's Chelsea neighborhood might bring a newcomer to the top of the "must-visit" list

Play and Stay: The World's Finest Golf Resorts

World-class dining from renowned chefs, with wine cellars to match? Check. Breathtaking scenery, enough to almost put you off your swing? Check. If you need to get away to the greens, these 12 golf resorts offer some of the world's ultimate locations to play and stay in real luxury

Five Myths of Cruising you Need to Stop Believing

‘Nay-sailors’ baulk at the idea of paying a fortune to be crammed on to a floating RSL with a couple of thousand people for days or weeks on end and queuing for buffet food. But is this the reality? Let’s take a look at some of these concerns, which, as a committed cruising convert, I now refer to as myths

3 State Parks Perfect for Catching Fall Color

Summer's heat soon will switch to crisp autumn days, when Midwest leaf-peepers go on alert, watching for the first change to fall colors. Why not witness the unfolding display in the region's state parks, where tax dollars support the visitor's experience?

No Ticket Needed: A Tour of Vancouver's Public Art

Vancouver, British Columbia is famous for its outdoor attractions, like its sea wall, and an honest-to-god rainforest in the middle of the city, but it's also a standout when it comes to things man-made, particularly the more than 260 pieces of public art displayed throughout the city

These Treetop Hotel Bubbles Are Even Cooler Than Staying in a Treehouse

The Free Spirit Spheres on Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada are tiny, round hotel pods that look like suspended hobbit homes straight out of a J.R.R. Tolkien novel

Downtown Hollywood to Welcome First New Hotel in Decades when the CIRC Opens in February

The 111-room boutique hotel, which is scheduled to open in early 2018, is nearing completion on the northeastern side of the Young Circle arts and entertainment district as part of a mixed-use real estate project dubbed Hollywood Circle

Chaos at Sydney Airport as Flights Cancelled at Start of School Holidays

Sydney airport was thrown into chaos on the first day of the NSW school holidays after a technical problem grounded all departing flights. Hundreds of passengers were affected after power in the traffic systems operations went down about 5am on Monday

The 4-Letter Code You Do NOT Want To See On Your Boarding Pass

Getting through airport security can take forever, but four little letters on your boarding pass are a clue you’re in for even more screening

Sandra Day O'Connor Appointed to Supreme Court

President Ronald Reagan on this date in 1981 appointed Sandra Day O'Connor to the United States Supreme Court, the first woman to hold the position

OASIS Travel Network Bolsters Staff with Promotions and New Hires

Growth in membership calls for additional staffing at OASIS Travel Network

Cruise Ships to Return to Key West Earlier than Expected

Good news, cruisers: It looks like Irma-slammed Key West, Fla. will be back on cruise ship schedules far sooner than expected. Royal Caribbean on Thursday said it had been cleared to return to the destination as early as this weekend — weeks earlier than it had been expecting just days ago

Delta ending Moscow, Stockholm flights; Beefs Up other European Routes

Delta’s seasonal service between New York JFK and both Moscow and Stockholm will not resume next year, Delta said in a Thursday memo to employees that was obtained by Today in the Sky. The move will end Delta-operated service to both cities

Is This Amsterdam's Most Convenient Boutique Hotel?

US hotel chain Kimpton has done everything in its power to ensure its first European outpost is suited to its Amsterdam home. The De Witt, which re-opened in May, is splashed in Delft blue hues, traditionally found in Dutch pottery, as a nod to the city’s history

UK Tourism Hits Record High As Weak Pound Lures Overseas Holidaymakers

More international tourists visited the UK in July than during any month on record, as a slump in the pound sharpened the country’s appeal as a holiday destination

A Churros-Fueled Brunch Tour Of Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter

Exploring the culinary history of the Catalonian capital one delicacy at a time with Barcelona Food Tour guide Kaye Pineda

Everything you Need to Know about Visiting Kensington Palace

William and Kate inhabit Apartment 1a with Prince George and Princess Charlotte, and Prince Harry has a cottage in the grounds. For the rest of us, the working royal palace is walled off and we have access to the complex historical bit

Powerful 6.4 Magnitude Earthquake Rips Through Pacific Island Vanuatu

The earthquake struck Erromago, an island in the Vanuatu archipelago roughly 135 kilometres south of the capital city of Port Vila, at 7.09am local time on Thursday

If you go . . . Monument Mountain and Mount Greylock

You can hike Monument Mountain at any time, but if you want to experience something special, join a group of enthusiasts to recreate the famous picnic hike on which Hawthorne and Melville met for the first time

Spirit Airplane's Failing Engine Sends Metal Shards Flying Over Michigan Neighborhood

On Sunday night, residents of Dearborn Heights, Mich., reported hearing mysterious metallic objects crashing around their homes, only to go outdoors and discover hot metal shards falling from the sky. The cause? A Spirit flight overhead was experiencing engine failure, sending pieces of its blown-apart turbine engine raining down on Dearborn, according to the FAA

Surf and Spa in Varberg, Sweden’s Best-Kept Secret

Hidden on Sweden’s west coast between Gothenburg and Skåne (though easily reachable by both train and car), this picturesque small village is a well-kept secret. Varberg’s reputation as a spa and wellness resort actually dates back to the 1800s, making it the perfect destination for a serene vacation focusing on relaxation and health

Cruise News: U by Uniworld, Viking Sun’s World Voyage and More

Luxury river cruise operator Uniworld’s ambitious plan to tap into the 21- to 45-year-old market with its U by Uniworld brand is going full steam ahead

8 Pedestrian-Friendly U.S. Cities to Explore

In honor of Car Free Day — Friday, Sept. 22 — take stock of these old (and new) pedestrian-friendly American destinations

When It's All About The Hotel, Not The Destination

From doing jail time to sleeping in a treehouse, these unique hotels and inns from New York to New Hampshire prove that sometimes it's all about where you stay rather than where you're going

Five Peculiar Things You Didn't Know About Landing A Plane

These facts are something to think about anytime you’re in the window seat and gazing out at the wonder of your approaching world. They might be of interest, too, if there’s a professional flying lesson in your not-too-distant future

LAX gets Dismal Passenger Satisfaction Ranking while John Wayne Airport wins High Marks

The low ranking for LAX comes amid several major projects underway, in the works or recently completed, including construction of a $1.6-billion terminal that began earlier this year, the addition of high-end stores and eateries, and an automated people mover that will take travelers to and from a centralized car rental location

Chatham Bars Inn has Always Been About the Beach. Now it’s Also About the Farm.

The inn has purchased more than 31,000 pounds of produce, worth upward of $118,000, from CBI Farm this year, and Chef Anthony Cole has achieved something unexpected with the bounty: He has made the inn a place where vegetables may be the star culinary attraction

Nathan Hale Executed

On September 21, 1776, British forces on the island of New York captured American spy Nathan Hale who had slipped behind the enemy front to report on British movements

How to Use Twitter and Facebook for Emergency Travel Information

You don’t have to like Twitter or Facebook, or even post to them, but when an emergency strikes, the networking sites can be essential travel tools

36 Hours in Madrid

There’s arguably never been a better time to visit Madrid. Prices are still relatively low, but the economic and political turmoil of the past decade has helped spur an outpouring of creativity and enterprise in Spain’s golden capital

Is your Caribbean Cruise Destination still open? A Port-by-Port look after Irma, Maria

The storms knocked two of the region's busiest cruise ports — Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas and Philipsburg, St. Maarten — off cruise schedules for weeks and maybe months. Several other popular cruise destinations including Tortola in the British Virgin Islands also are closed to ships for now

Six Tips for a More Comfortable Flight

Some people settle with the idea that flying is an uncomfortable experience, but that doesn’t need to be the case. And while we don’t have tricks for avoiding nosey seatmates who steal the armrest, we do have some simple tips that can make your journey a little more comfortable

Old Perithia: Why Corfu's Ghost Town Is The Island's Best-Kept Secret

Cooler, greener, quieter and arguably cleaner than most villages on the island, this is the ultimate destination for an authentic Greek getaway for those in the know

Ryanair ‘Plans to Recruit 125 New Pilots’ amid Flight Cancellation Debacle

Ryanair reportedly plans to recruit more than 100 new pilots within the next two weeks as Europe’s largest low-cost airline battles to limit the damage of mass cancellations across its sprawling fleet

Toronto's Ravines: This Underground Forest Playground Has Been Transformed Into The Greatest Urban Park Ever

Just less than half of them fall under private ownership, but that still leaves about 45,000 acres for people to hike, bike, and walk their dogs along. That expansive acreage dwarfs New York City’s Central Park, which clocks in at 843 acres

Chris Jericho Launching 'Rock and Wrestling' Cruise For 'Jericoholics'

On Tuesday, Jericho announced his eponymous Chris Jericho Rock and Wrestling Rager at Sea, a themed cruise promising “5 venues of raging entertainment,” “endless rockin’ moments,” and “one family of Jericoholics.”

Fall Colors and New Village are Draws at Portland’s Dazzling Japanese Garden

The Portland Japanese Garden, which opened to the public 50 years ago, is today regarded as perhaps the most authentic such garden outside of Japan. That status advanced with last spring’s opening of the garden’s new $33.5 million Cultural Village

New Boutique Hotel Coming to Mount Vernon

Revival at Mount Vernon Place, a new boutique hotel, aims to be not just a place visitors rest their heads, but part of their experience in the city. The 107-room Revival at Mount Vernon Place will open early next year at 101 W. Monument St., once the home of BandO Railroad’s first president, John Work Garrett

Suite Spot: Hi-Lo Hotel, Portland

One of Portland’s newest hotels, Hi-Lo Hotel actually has deep roots in the City of Roses. The six-floor, 120-room boutique hotel opened in June after a major renovation of the Oregon Pioneer Building, which debuted in 1910 as the city’s first concrete edifice

Delta Air Lines will Pull Out of Guam, Ending Flights by Jan. 8

Delta currently offers two daily round-trip flights between Guam and its base at Tokyo’s Narita Airport. One of the flights will end in October and the second will end early next year

Airlines Pocketed $44.6 Billion in Passenger Fees, Frequent Flyer Revenues and Commissions in 2016

The world’s biggest airlines collected an estimated $44.6 billion in passenger fees and commissions last year, with some low-cost airlines generating nearly half of their total revenue from charges for bags, food entertainment and other extras

Inside Habitas, Tulum’s Coolest New ‘Lifestyle’ Hotel

Habitas, located in an acre of jungle set back from the hotel’s own private beach, has 32 guest rooms, an ocean-facing pool, wellness treatments plus a restaurant which is sure to become a hotspot amongst the area’s foodie-inclined visitors

More than a Museum: The Rolling Stones' 'Exhibitionism' Display Opens in Las Vegas

The display featuring Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts and Ronnie Wood begins with a new film that traces the highlights of their lengthy careers

The Hobbit

On this day in 1937, J.R.R. Tolkien published The Hobbit, or There and Back Again

Host Agency Reviews Announces their New Job Board

Host Agency Reviews, an online resource for travel agents, introduced a job board to their website

In Los Angeles, Hotel Hipness Makes a Grand Return

Elements of the once-lost glittering age are re-emerging, thanks to a new breed of hotels, complete with public pools, pillowed banquettes, outdoor movie nights and gaggles of fashionable locals who have turned these transitory spaces into permanent hot spots

Airlines Cap Fares, Add Flights Ahead Of Hurricane Maria

American Airlines capped fares at $99 for standard coach seats and at $199 for premium seats through Sept. 24 for departures from 12 locations in the Caribbean. The fare caps apply to non-stop flights

Cairo City Guide: How to Spend a Weekend in Egypt's Big, Bold Capital

With big savings to be had in Egypt due to the downturn in tourism combined with the still-flagging Egyptian pound, now’s a great time to rediscover the splendour of the capital’s bustling core, its historic buildings and institutions now sitting alongside a wave of hip new galleries, restaurants and hotels

Why Seville is the Perfect City for an Autumn Break

Need one last blast of warmth? Look no further than Seville. As summer’s heat fades into mild autumn days, so Seville changes pace and the cultural season kicks off

50 Facts About The QE2

Fifty years after the QE2 ocean liner was launched by the Queen, and almost a decade after its retirement, the great ship is still gathering dust in a UAE dock. We present a fact for each year of its existence

Icelandair Cabin Crew Puts on Live Theater Performance for Passengers

Earlier this month, the airline's cabin crew, who trained with the British immersive theater group Gideon Reeling, performed a three-act play, "Ahead of Time," during a transatlantic trip from London to New York

How to Survive a Marathon Flight

New research conducted by the University of Sydney’s Charles Perkins Centre is taking an interdisciplinary approach to preventing the fatigue associated with marathon flights. Scientists are reviewing issues including nutrition, physical activity and sleep

Legoland Florida Adding Virtual Reality To Coaster

The Winter Haven theme park is revamping its existing Project X roller coaster into a new experience called The Great Lego Race VR Coaster. It is scheduled to open at Legoland Florida sometime next year, the park announced Tuesday

Milwaukee's 'Gallery Night and Day' Shows Off City's Vibrant Art Scene

Brew City has a seriously good art scene, too, and it knows how to show it off during Gallery Night and Day. Four weekends a year, dozens of venues throw what feels like a big, communal party celebrating the visual arts on Friday night and Saturday

After Earthquake, some Airlines allow Mexico City Travelers to Change Tickets Without Paying Fees

Delta Air Lines is waiving change fees for travelers with tickets to, from or through Mexico City on Tuesday and Wednesday, according to its website. American Airlines and United Airlines also will waive fees for travelers ticketed Tuesday and Wednesday (check the change rules on their respective websites)

Is the Bronx another Brooklyn in the Making? No Jeers, just Cheers for this Urban Revival

The Bronx is undergoing something of a revival and is the fastest-growing borough in New York. For a visitor, there is plenty to see and experience

Get Ready to Live Like the Pioneer Woman and Stay in Her Hotel

If you've ever wanted to spend a night at the sprawling-yet-cozy Oklahoma ranch that the Pioneer Woman Ree Drummond calls home, this comes pretty close: The Food Network star is opening a hotel

Climate Change brings Melting Ice, and Cruise Passengers, to Canada

When a massive luxury cruise ship docked outside the tiny Inuit town of Cambridge Bay this summer, it doubled the population of the town for a day. The Serenity is by far the largest passenger ship ever to ply the waters of the Northwest Passage, from Alaska through the Canadian Arctic Archipelago and on toward Greenland

Cruise Control: A More Sustainable Alternative In Croatia

Croatia’s hot spots are overflowing with cruise ship passengers but there is a more sustainable way to see the Dalmatian coast – on a 31-passenger vessel that can put in to smaller ports off the big-boat radar

Six Holiday Essentials that Fuel the Perfect Getaway

Even for those of us who like to travel light, there are some key essentials that help take a trip from good to great. Here, the Indy travel team reveal those holiday items that they simply couldn’t live without

Luxury for All: Ian Schrager's Public Hotel Opens in New York

The godfather of the boutique hotel—a fairly major innovation—believes his concept for the Public Hotel may be the most important idea he contributes to the industry

RMS Queen Elizabeth 2

On September 20, 1967, Queen Elizabeth II launched the RMS Queen Elizabeth 2, fondly known as the "QE2"

An Oasis of Orchids, Animals and Architecture in Medellín, Colombia

A striking shelter hosting an orchid collection – and the odd wandering iguana – is the centrepiece of a tropical paradise rescued from developers in the 1970s

South African Airways Vacations® Introduces Its 2018 Collection Brochure

South African Airways Vacations® (SAA Vacations®) launches its 2018 Collection brochure, featuring an expanded portfolio of affordable air-inclusive vacation packages to a variety of destinations throughout Southern and East Africa

Those On-Time Flight Numbers? They're Expected to Decline Next Year

But that record is not likely to continue. Starting in 2018, the government will finally begin counting flights operated by smaller carriers and the major airlines’ regional partners, most of which are not currently included in the monthly statistics

Princess Cruises Ship Races to New York Ahead of Jose

Princess Cruises on Monday said its 3,560-passenger Regal Princess would come into New York City a day ahead of schedule to steer clear of Jose, which currently is off the coast of North Carolina and swirling northward

United: Final Boeing 747 Flight will be to Hawaii on Nov. 7

The carrier has added a special “farewell” flight from San Francisco to Honolulu that will serve as its final passenger operation on the beloved jetliner

Five Reasons Salou's PortAventura is a Better Theme Park than Disneyland Paris

Situated in the Spanish hills outside the popular holiday resort of Salou, PortAventura has come a long way from the small water park that first opened 20 years ago. On paper it sounds pretty similar to Disneyland Paris – but here’s why it’s so much more

Exhibit allows Virtual 'Interviews' with Holocaust Survivors

An exhibit at the Museum of Jewish Heritage in New York City called “New Dimensions in Testimony” uses hours of recorded high-definition video and language-recognition technology to create just that kind of “interview” with Eva Schloss, Anne Frank’s stepsister, and fellow survivor Pinchas Gutter

Hawaii, Federal Regulators Crack Down On Hidden Resort Fees

Resort fees at Hawaii hotels typically range between $10 and $40 a night and aren’t usually included in the standard room rate on a hotel’s website, but can often be found in the fine print in the company’s online disclosures. The fees are mandatory at most hotels

A Day Out in the Prettiest, Most Boastful Town in Britain

Stamford is a pretty Lincolnshire town with hardly a bare modern brick to be seen among the stone fronts of its centre and, boy, does it know it. Whether it’s praise from men of letters or recognition by English Heritage, not a garland goes unmentioned on the plaques that adorn every smooth surface

Why You Should Take A Solo Trip On Your Birthday

The first great thing I noticed about going stag is the ease of conjuring a plan: Save for your boss, you really don’t need to consult anyone on the time and dates

North Carolina's Crystal Coast offers Quiet Beach Vacation with Pirate Adventures

The area is 85 miles of barrier islands, 56 of which fall within the protected Cape Lookout National Seashore and include the towns of Atlantic Beach, Beaufort, Pine Knoll Shores, Indian Beach, Emerald Isle, Harkers Island, Cape Carteret, Salter Path, Cape Lookout and Morehead City

Exhibit at Disney's Hollywood Studios previews Toy Story Land

Walt Disney World has revamped and renamed a display that looks at the company’s history and its future. The One Man’s Dream attraction is now called Walt Disney Presents at Disney’s Hollywood Studios theme park

Gamblers, Joining a Cruise Line's Player's Club Can Make you a Winner, at least in Terms of Perks

If you're a gambler looking for a sure thing, join a cruise line player's club. Not only will you receive cruise-time perks, but you also may be invited to sail for free

In New York City, a New Moxy Hotel Has a History

When the American banker and philanthropist Darius Ogden Mills opened the New Mills Hotel in October 1907, he wanted it to be a place where working-class men could find affordable accommodations. almost 110 years after its original opening date, this same building will be an affordable hotel once again with the debut of Moxy Times Square on Thursday

Irma Emptied Hotels Before it Arrived in Florida. A Week Later, Some are Still Closed

According to first statistics on Irma’s impact to tourism, hotels in Miami-Dade were only 42 percent full between Sept. 6 and 9, the days following evacuation orders in areas of South Florida. That occupancy rate was nearly 38 percent less than the same time last year, according to data analytics firm STR

Book it: Four Trendy Hotels for Fashion Weeks Around the World

Whether in New York, London, Paris or Milan, these are the hip hotels where the fash pack lay their weary heads. It’s a tough job but someone’s got to do it

How to Have a Lavish but Affordable Trip to Ireland

Go to Ireland, live lavishly but don’t spend a lot. A dream? It doesn’t have to be, said Siobhan Byrne Learat, the founder of Adams and Butler, a Dublin-based company selling luxury Ireland trips

California's Bullet Train isn't just Fast Transit, it's a Way to Bridge the Divide Between Rich and Poor

Construction for the train’s first phase, which will connect Silicon Valley and the Central Valley, is underway. Project planners say that by 2025, passengers will be able to travel between San Jose and Fresno in an hour, a prospect they hope will build support for the rest of the project

These Are The World's Least Visited Countries — Have You Been To Any Of Them?

Have all the sights to yourself at one of the world’s least visited countries. Here, seven countries around the world revealed by the United Nations World Tourism Organization as having the least amount of visitors, from a Polynesian paradise to a hidden European gem

The discovery of Ötzi the Iceman

On September 19, 1991, two German tourists were hiking through the Otztal Alps on the border between Austria and Italy. In a receding glacier, the couple spotted the body of a man

Hotels That Bring Sports Fans Close to Their Teams

Properties in Atlanta, Chicago and Green Bay, Wis., will put guests near the action with the Braves, Cubs and Packers

Five Underrated Food Cities in the South

Southern food scenes from Athens, Ga., to Baton Rouge, La., stand up to major city neighbors with new independent eateries and star chefs

Frontier Airlines Fined $1.5 Million for Long Tarmac Delays in Denver

The U.S. Department of Transportation said Friday it fined Frontier Airlines $1.5 million for keeping passengers stuck on a dozen aircraft on the Denver airport tarmac for more than three hours amid a snowstorm last December

Hurricane Maria Forces More Changes to Cruise Itineraries already Scrambled by Irma

Royal Caribbean late Sunday said the 5,400-passenger Allure of the Seas — one of the world's three biggest cruise ships — would skip a call Thursday in St. Kitts to avoid the storm

Meet the Woman Making Travel Accessible for Disabled People in India

Three decades ago, India was not the friendliest place for travellers with accessibility needs. In 2017, it still isn’t. That’s what led Arora to create Planet Abled in early 2016

Five Reasons Newport Beach is the Ultimate Wellness Break Destination

Orange County’s laid-back paradise keeps the cream of LA’s classes, but drops the hipster-heavy experimentation. Add in some of the most stunning landscapes in California, perfect for trekking, cycling and running, plus one of the world’s most famous surf spots, and you’ve got all the ingredients for a perfect wellness break

Ryanair Cancels Flights For Another 30,000 Passengers

Ryanair has revealed it will cancel 164 flights over the next three days, potentially affecting 30,000 passengers. The Irish airline has already cancelled more than 160 flights over the weekend as a result of what it calls messing up “in the planning of pilot holidays”

Everything You Need to Know about the World's Greatest Airport

Singapore Changi, the airport serving the Singapore F1 today, was named best in show at the World Airport Awards earlier this year, picking up the top gong for the fifth consecutive year

Monument to Myth or History? Museum of the Bible to Open in Washington, D.C.

Three blocks from Smithsonian exhibits depicting the Big Bang and evolution, Washington's newest museum will tell a different story of the creation of the universe. The Museum of the Bible will showcase the impact of the Old and New Testaments using ancient artifacts and examples of ways the holy book has influenced the modern world

A Quiet Weekend Away in Saratoga Springs

Named for the 20 or so natural springs that bubble to the surface there, Saratoga Springs, New York, has had a long history as a summer resort town. Sitting north of the Hudson Valley, at the foothills of the Adirondacks, the area was first settled by Native Americans who believed the mineral waters were a gift from the gods and imbued with healing properties

Some Luxury Honolulu Hotels Are Changing Their Looks — And Their Names

Where to stay in Honolulu this fall and winter just got more challenging. Three hotels are wrapping up top-to-bottom renovations, and two of them are even changing names

Northern Italy Walking Tour Takes You Through The Lakes District

Immerse yourself in the color and culture of the area on a weeklong, self-guided trip from Lake Maggiore to Lake Orta. The area, which offers lakes, islands, mountains and stunning views, brings the flavor of the Alps to walkers of modest abilities

Cruise Lines Send Ships and Cash to Help Caribbean Islands Recover from Irma

First they sent rescue ships. Now cruise lines plan to give millions to help Caribbean islands recover from Irma

Kids get in Free at San Diego's Top Attractions in October

The annual Kids Free San Diego promotion is designed to attract visitors after the peak summer season. More than 100 theme parks, museums, tours, activities, hotels and restaurants participate

How Can You Earn A Little Cash With Your Vacation Photos?

Microstock is a community-driven facet of stock photography that allows photographers of all levels to submit their work for profit. While the payout is somewhat minimal, some microstock photographers say they use the supplemental income to help fund — and determine — their travel experiences

The Founding of Tiffany

On September 18, 1837, Charles Lewis Tiffany founded a small jewelry and silver company in New York City which he termed a "stationery and fancy goods emporium."

Icelandair Adds Dallas/Fort Worth, Taking on Icelandic Rival WOW

Two weeks ago, no airlines offered non-stop flights between Dallas/Fort Worth and Iceland. Now, there are two

5 Travel Emergency Survival Tips

Something as organized and planned as an overseas trip can go awry at certain points, and you might end up having to fend for yourself or use whatever is around you in order to keep going until help arrives. Luckily there are many ways even a traveler can utilize both in his surroundings and head to get through any unexpected events

10 Great Breweries Where the Scenery's as Good as the Beer

With the explosion of craft breweries, good beer is more accessible than ever. But some places are worth an extra trip just for the scenery

Tour Group Offers Holidaymakers Chance to Work in North Korea's Rice Fields

A new agricultural trip has been launched in North Korea, which promises to give Western tourists the opportunity to get “down and dirty” with farmers on the outskirts of Pyongyang

John Lewis Unveils £2m Pop-Up Apartment Available For Free Overnight Stays

the “ultimate try-before-you-buy experience” in a one-bedroom flat available for complimentary one-night stays or private brunches and dinner parties

These Are The 10 Most Popular Destinations For First Time Travelers

Each location offers a variety of dynamic city experiences with something for everyone to explore and enjoy, whatever your preferences or needs

Maine Event: Take a Ghost Tour in Bar Harbor

If you take an evening stroll with Bar Harbor Ghost Tours, you’ll hear about ghosts, monsters, and giants haunting the historic seaport village, but you’ll also be treated to Wabanaki spirit tales passed down in the region for thousands of years

A Night in a Lighthouse Keeper's House is the Ultimate Getaway

Last year, the Essex National Heritage Commission started offering one-night stays at the Bakers Island Light Station. The $295 flat rate includes a roundtrip boat ride from the Blaney Street Dock in Salem

Many Cruise Ships Shifting Itineraries to Cozumel, Mexico, and the Western Caribbean, Post-Irma

Many favorite destinations will take months to recover from the devastating storm, causing lines to change course in the coming weeks and months

Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line Ship Housing, Feeding Hurricane Victims and First Responders

Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line is offering hurricane victims a place to stay and meals to eat through Saturday morning, when cruise departs

B.C.’s Galiano Island: Serenity with Unexpected Dashes of Fun

Mix the usual island pleasures with a dose of serendipity — as in who knew we’d find ourselves on a bus filled with passengers shaking maracas and singing Beatles tunes — and it’s easy to fill a weekend exploring British Columbia’s tiny Galiano Island, which dubs itself the Gem of the Salish Sea

Sleep Pods Expand at Airports to keep Stranded Fliers Off the Floor

Some airports are considering a better way to accommodate unlucky passengers while making some money in the process. At least four companies are angling for space inside terminals for a new generation of sleeping spaces dubbed cabins, capsules, and even pods

Your Hawaii Island Air flight will be More Comfortable and Quicker with Upgraded Q400 Planes

Your inter-island flight on Hawaii's Island Air will be more comfortable and quicker with upgraded planes. The new planes seat 78 passengers — 64 economy, 14 premium — instead of 64 passengers on the airline’s ATR-72 aircraft, which were retired Sept. 4

After Irma: Caribbean Tourism, Island by Island

Some places emerged from the hurricane unscathed. Others are in ruins. A look at the damage, bright spots and uncertain future

A new Inner Harbor Luxury Hotel, the Sagamore Pendry Baltimore, Shines with History's Luster

In the 1990s, the TV series “Homicide: Life on the Street” used the pier’s headhouse as a police station; it fell vacant until 2014, when Under Armour chief executive Kevin Plank purchased the complex with plans for a 128-room boutique hotel

Marco Polo Born

Marco Polo was a merchant trader, not an explorer. However, the Venetian's family traveled far and wide during the later thirteenth century, earning them great acclaim as explorers

36 Hours in Perugia, Italy

One of Italy’s most underrated destinations is filled with remnants of an ancient past, complemented by a host of new bars, cafes and boutiques

10 Best Places to Go in Africa (And What to Do There)

With 54 countries calling it home, Africa's topography, landscape and activities vary drastically by region

Pittsburgh's Resurgent Airport Plans Sleek New $1 Billion Terminal

The plan includes a new “landside” terminal where passengers would arrive to the airport and proceed to a modern check-in concourse. There also would be new security area and baggage-claim system

Why Catching the Sleeper Train is Better Than Flying to Scotland

For many people the Caledonian Sleeper, connecting London with a variety of destinations in Scotland via the Highland and Lowland routes, is a necessary bit of work travel in a packed calendar of meetings and deadlines. But for people like me, it's a treasured novelty

The 22 Most Powerful Passports in the World

Some passports are worth more than others however, with the international standing of certain countries making it significantly easier for their citizens to secure entry in exotic, far flung nations

Dubai Unveils Plans to Build Floating Replica of Venice

Dubai, home to some of the world’s biggest attractions, including the world’s tallest building and the world’s largest indoor theme park, has unveiled plans to build its own miniature floating replica of Venice

Is this the Most Underrated Alternative to the Great Barrier Reef?

Formed from ancient coral reefs 400 million years ago, these caves (400 of them mapped, with hundreds more uncharted) are a little-heralded alternative to the Great Barrier Reef that attracts the vast majority of Queensland’s 850,000 visitors per year

Relocated Lone Star Flight Museum in Houston opens Saturday

A vintage military aircraft museum in Galveston that was swamped by Hurricane Ike in 2008 and survived Harvey after recently moving to Houston is set to open

United Airlines Left Mom in Wheelchair Stranded in New Jersey, Son Says

Despite being reassured “three or four times she was on that flight” to London, Williams said he later learned from the driver who was hired to pick her up that she never arrived

Rough it like a Gilded Age Millionaire in the Adirondacks

Twenty-first century vacationers may experience these same princely pleasures when they stay at one of the Adirondack hotels that recall the original Great Camps. Dabble in timeless splendor at the following eight properties, for an aristocratic wilderness immersion of your own

How the iPhone X will Change Travel

For starters, it heralds the end of one of travel’s most annoying things - remembering to pack your phone charger and cord - and remembering to take it with you when you leave your hotel room or hire car

Still have no Power? Hotels Have Special Rates at $99 or Less

Miami Beach residents who are still riding out the post-Irma wave of no power can now stay at more than a dozen area hotels for lower rates. Low rates for non-residents are also available via booking websites

President William McKinley Dies

On this day in 1901, President William McKinley, Jr. died, eight days after being shot by an assassin at the Pan-American Exposition in Buffalo, New York

Universal Sets 2018 Dates for A Celebration of Harry Potter

Universal Orlando has set the dates for the 2018 edition of A Celebration of Harry Potter, a salute to all things boy wizard, from the books by J.K. Rowling to the eight-part film seires and beyond. The three-day event will be held at the theme parks, home of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, will be Jan. 26 through Jan. 28

Last-Minute Hotel Deals in London

This selection of our exclusive last-minute hotel breaks in Central London includes such amazing hotels as The Goring and The Bingham in some of London's best areas

September Route Roundup: Where Cruise Lines Are Adding Sailings

New Carnival sailings to Cuba and an epic Regent voyage around South America are among itineraries recently announced by cruise lines

Hurricane Irma Diverts Cruise Ships to Ports in the Maritimes

Two cruise ships were diverting to Port Saint John in New Brunswick — one Wednesday and another Thursday — bringing an influx of roughly 5,000 passengers

In Europe and Canada, New Looks for Classic Hotels

Hotel Eden, Hotel Lutetia, the Palace, Adare Manor and the Fairmont Empress are all over a century old. Here's how they modernized (spas included)

A Guide to Reykjavik, as Wonderfully Weird as Ever

As the collision point between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates, Iceland is home to more strange beauty than most places: snow-covered peaks, black-sand beaches, skyscraping geysers and underground caves glittering with kaleidoscopic stalactites

United Airlines: Iceland, Portugal included among Four New Europe Routes

The new routes – two from United’s hub in Newark and one each from its hubs in Washington and San Francisco – continue a recent international growth spurt for the company

Thousands of Travellers have Flights Cancelled due to Storms in Northern Europe

More than 10,000 airline passengers have missed worldwide connections due to storms sweeping across north-west Europe - with travellers later today also facing widespread disruption

How to Spend a Weekend in Strasbourg

Alsace’s capital Strasbourg looks like something out of a Black Forest fairytale, with medieval half-timbered houses covered in flowers and set in cobbled squares

10 Reasons why Cape Verde is the Most Underrated Winter Sun Destination on Earth

Cape Verde hides in the mid-Atlantic, a 10-strong cluster of islands which, born of volcanic fury, are as beautiful as they are mysterious

Inverness to Los Angeles? EasyJet Launches Long-Haul Partnership

EasyJet has dipped its toe into the long-haul market providing its passengers an opportunity to fly from regional airports around the UK to far-off destinations such as Buenos Aires, Los Angeles and Singapore

Ashland, Ore., in Autumn: Take in a Show, Bike a Mountain, Tour a Vineyard

The Oregon Shakespeare Festival is what draws my family and many other visitors on a pilgrimage to Ashland every year. But Ashland Creek, and Lithia Park (which surrounds the creek much of its babbling way through this pleasant Southern Oregon town) are other elements that make visiting a pleasure

See Inside the New Alder Hotel in the Freret Area

Bristow Tower opened in March 1964 next to what was then Southern Baptist Hospital off Napoleon Avenue to house physician interns, nurses and other staff who worked there. This week, it reopens as the Alder Hotel following a 2-year, $15 million renovation to revive the building, which sat unused for nearly two decades

'Panoramas of the City' explores St. Louis History on an Oversize Scale

“Panoramas of the City,” on view through Aug. 12 at the Missouri History Museum in St. Louis’ Forest Park, explores the city’s history from 1900 to 1950 through panoramic photographs. Seven images are blown up to life-size on backlit screens, and more than 60 others are throughout the exhibit

Those who Fled Irma on Cruise Ship describe 'Awfull' Conditions

The ship, which is operated by Norwegian Cruise Line, tried to get a jump on the storm and had returned to Miami on Sept. 7, two days early, to unload. But many people couldn’t find hotel rooms or flights out of Florida, so when offered a chance to stay aboard for free, they took it

Irma Fallout: St. Thomas, St. Martin Could be Off Cruise Schedules for Weeks, maybe Months

Even as normal operations out of the three ports are quickly resuming, the world's major cruise lines are facing months of disruptions to itineraries that include stops at Eastern Caribbean islands ravaged by Irma

Remote and Wild: A Tour Through Northern Canada

Above the 60th parallel and thus inside the Arctic Circle, Northern Canada is wild, magical, rarely explored place. Here, a virtual tour across the towns that define Arctic Canada, from polar bears and gold rushes to foraging and five-star restaurants—a glimpse into the Land of the Midnight Sun

Ministers asked to Intervene in Edinburgh Luxury Hotel Dispute

Urbanist Hotels and Duddingston House Properties want to build a “six-star” hotel in and around the former Royal High School, a grade A-listed neoclassical building on Calton Hill regarded as a jewel of Edinburgh’s world heritage site landscape

Is Amsterdam Closing its Door to Budget Travellers?

The authorities in Amsterdam are considering radical new measures to limit the number of tourists visiting the city. The plan? To try and deter budget travellers, but keep the wealthy ones

The Star-Spangled Banner

During the war of 1812, Francis Scott Key was a prisoner aboard a British war ship anchored in the Chesapeake Bar during the Battle of Fort McHenry

How Apps Can Make Your Vacation Better

Make a playlist of songs you heard on your trip, organize your photos by location and use a check-in app

From United Airlines, an Invitation-Only Restaurant at Newark

The online chatter and curiosity surrounding Classified, the invite-only restaurant at Newark Liberty International Airport for United Airlines fliers, started soon after the carrier began emailing invites to a select few customers in late August

8 Unusual Hotels for Fun, Family-Friendly Unique Stays

Imagine the expression on your kids’ faces when they see they’ll be sleeping in a treehouse or cave. Or how about a haunted floating hotel or a train that doesn’t travel? These are among the many unusual hotels that offer family-friendly unique stays and are destinations in themselves

Unusual and Historic Miniature Golf Courses around the USA

Whether you know your way around the links or not, everyone can take a shot at a hole-in-one when it comes to miniature golf. Here’s a look at some historic, fun and unusual mini golf courses that are found today around the USA

Hurricane Irma: Here's when Florida's Airports are Reopening (list)

Nearly all of Florida’s busiest airports east of the state's "Panhandle" have halted flights during of Hurricane Irma. Now, those airports have begun what's expected to be a slow restart of commercial airline service

New York Road Trips: Top 5 Must-See Small Towns

Look at a New York map and you’ll find lakeside destinations, quaint mountain ski towns and bustling upscale villages with unique experiences around every bend. So why aren’t you on your way there already? Head to these five must-see small towns to make bona fide Empire State memories

Carnival Pushes back Miami Cruises after Sunken Sailboats found in Channel

Two shortened voyages scheduled to begin on Tuesday will now depart on Wednesday. A third has been canceled

Water, Fire and Stone: Spain's Beguiling Island of Menorca

Locals say Menorca can be reduced to three words: water, fire and stone. The Spanish island’s three essential elements are embodied in Cova d’en Xoroi, a natural cave that houses a sophisticated lounge halfway down a cliff

The Re-Discovery of the Lascaux Caves

On September 12, 1940, four teenagers and their dog were exploring the hills near their home village of Montignac, France. They discovered the entrance to a cave, and walked into its interior

New Gravesend Fast Ferry Service Connects the Kent Seaside Town with Central London for Scenic Commute

About 100 passengers were aboard the high-speed catamaran for her first trial run on an extension of existing services downstream beyond the current terminus at Woolwich

Sicily's 'Floating' Aeolian Islands: Where Heaven and Hell Collide

Named after the powerful wind god Aeolus, the string of UNESCO-protected islands off Sicily's north coast offers a variety of volcanic landscapes and local color, each with its own unique character. From the active cone of Stromboli to chic Panarea and car-free Alicudi, here's how to enjoy the best of the Aeolian islands

Silversea Announces New Cruise Ship to Debut in 2020

Silversea has ordered another new cruise ship -- a twin sister to Silver Muse -- to launch in 2020, Cruise Critic learned on a phone call with Manfredi Lefebvre d'Ovidio, Chairman of Silversea Cruises. The ship will be named Silver Moon

Travel Companies Have a New Clientele: Hurricane Evacuees

Travel companies that typically transport vacationers to carefree getaways became part of the very real struggle by evacuees to get out of town or find lodging in the days before and after Hurricane Irma made its fatal sweep through the Caribbean and Florida

Long Gone W Hotel gets a Brand New Identity

Almost two years after transitioning to a Marriott Renaissance hotel, the former W in downtown San Diego is getting yet another rebrand, this time as a boutique luxury property with the name Hotel Republic. Scheduled to make its formal debut by the middle of next month, the 258-room high-rise will join one other San Diego County hotel in what is known as Marriott’s Autograph Collection of more than 100 luxury lifestyle hotels

7 Best Places to Stay in Napa Valley

Napa Valley lures visitors with wine and fine dining. But it also has impressive hotels, inns and guesthouses. Here are seven of the best places to stay

Celebrate Jane Austen's legacy in England and in the U.S., but skip the Mr. Darcy T-shirt

Mark the 200th anniversary of the British author' death by visiting picturesque locales that inspired her novels

How to Travel with a Parent and Not Go Completely Insane

Setting yourself up for suitcase-wheeling success goes beyond booking an al fresco lunch that’ll perform well on your mom’s suburban Facebook feed. Stick to this guide and you’ll master the fine art of traveling with members of your bloodline, all without wanting to murder them before returning home

Irma Update: Royal Caribbean, Carnival to Resume Cruises from Florida on Tuesday

With Irma safely to the north, six Royal Caribbean and Carnival ships will depart from the ports of Miami and Fort Lauderdale on shortened sailings

Irma's Next Air Travel Target: The World's Busiest Airport

Nearly 900 flights Atlanta had been canceled Monday as airlines braced for poor weather from Irma, which spawned the first-ever tropical storm warning there

Coolest Hotels in the Wild: From Glass Pods in New Zealand to Luxury Tree Houses in Thailand

With the rise of the trend for unusual digs, a range of back-to-nature options has popped up. Here are eight of the best places to spend a night under the stars

Matlock Illuminations: Take a Trip to the 'Seaside' in the Middle of the Derbyshire Dales

It may be nearly 100 feet above sea level, but with roughly one fish and chip shop per 100 residents, there’s something distinctively seasidey about Matlock Bath. An old spa town in a valley of lush woodland, it’s been referred to as Little Switzerland, as well as cropping up in “best places to retire” type lists

The 9/11 Memorial Museum's most Poignant Exhibits - 16 Years After the Attacks

The museum exhibits profiles and pictures of all the victims of 9/11, as well as tributes to the six people who were killed in the World Trade Centre bombing on February 26, 1993

This Little-Known Trick Will Save You Big Money At The Airport

All too often, we walk in for a simple bottle of water and find ourselves walking out with an armful of hardcover books that we regret purchasing as soon as the plane leaves the tarmac. But never fear: It turns out many airport bookstores will let you return those books for some money back, even after you’ve read them

You're the Engine for this Ride on the Rails

If you’re heading to Newport for the time-honored trifecta of mansion tour/alfresco lunch/harbor cruise, here’s a good reason to plan a pit stop in neighboring Portsmouth. Rail Explorers launched in Rhode Island in April, and 13,000-plus riders have come aboard so far

Best New Things to do in Honolulu, Hawaii

The capital of Hawaii, Honolulu is the first point of call for most Hawaiian vacations, but whether it’s your first visit or your fifth this year there’s always something interesting to see, do, and eat

Oktoberfest in the Midwest: Five Beer Bashes You Won't Want to Miss

Bavaria will be bumpin' Sept. 16 to Oct. 3, when nearly 6 million revelers pour into Munich for the 184th edition of Oktoberfest, aka the world's largest kegger. If a trip across the pond isn't in the cards, don your dirndl or lederhosen and celebrate closer to home at these Midwestern spins on the beer-soaked bash

Chicago Welcomes its Newest Mega Hotel, Marriott Marquis, opening Sunday

After nearly two years of construction, Marquis embraces, perhaps even flaunts, its scope: Spaces are broad, the lobby ceiling reaches 30 feet, the restaurant serving three meals a day seats 400, and natural light floods in through floor-to-ceiling windows

Why You Should Add Taipei to Your Must-Visit List

Buoyed by a bucolic backdrop of mountains, the capital of Taiwan is both cosmopolitan and welcoming. This is why your next Asian sojourn should include a stopover there

Hurricane Irma leaves Cruise Passengers Stranded with Unlimited Booze and Food

USA Today reported that the cruise liner was allowing those who couldn’t find transportation home on Thursday from Miami, or a safe place to stay, could sail back out to sea on the Escape to wait out the storm – free of charge

September 11 Terrorist Attacks

On this day in 2001, 19 terrorists hijacked four passenger jets, crashing two into the North and South Towers of the World Trade Center and one into the Pentagon

Airline Staff Fume over Toxic Air on Planes

A growing number of flight attendants and pilots want answers from airlines about what they say is toxic air onboard flights. They argue this is causing serious health damage. Andreas Becker investigated their claims

California Hotel will Deliver 10-Pound Doughnut to Your Room

Dough-nut disturb, because your wildest pastry fantasies are about to come true. Thanks to an objectively sweet promotion from the J.W. Marriott Desert Springs Resort and Spa in Palm Dessert, Calif., guests can now have a whopping 10-pound pink doughnut delivered straight to their door

What Happens when Lightning hits an Aeroplane?

After an easyJet plane was struck this week, Telegraph Travel investigates whether lightning poses a serious risk to air passenger

What You Need to Know About Hurricanes and Travel

If you have a trip planned where a storm is expected, call your hotel and airline. If you have already arrived, have your bags packed and phone charged

Flying with United? Now you can Ask Alexa to Check You In for your Flight

If you’re always in a rush to make it to the airport, United Airlines has announced a new feature that could save you some time – simply asking Alexa to check in for you

Where to Go in Italy's Small, Dying Towns

Staying a night or two (or longer) in an ancient, largely depopulated but glorious Italian hill town is not for everyone, but for those who like the idea of passing a couple of quiet days walking, reading, eating (really well) and drinking in the sublime surroundings, it can be bliss

Hurricane Irma: 2,000 Florida Flights Already Canceled, More Likely

Thousands of flights have been canceled in Florida – many preemptively – amid a rush of fliers trying to flee the state ahead of Irma’s possible landfall this weekend. Airlines expanded their change-fee waivers to include airports as far north as the Carolinas

12 Most Thrilling Roller Coasters in the USA

Today's mechanical behemoths are faster, taller, crazier – and just plain more thrilling – than their predecessors. How thrilling? Well, check out some of the stats on the country's most extreme coasters

Hurricane Irma Affecting Cruise Ships based as far away as Maryland, Texas

Voyages out of Baltimore; Galveston, Texas; and New Orleans are being affected as the storm approaches the mainland United States

10 Things to Do in Cartagena de Indias, the Caribbean Jewel in Colombia's crown

Akin to an open-air museum, the walled UNESCO World Heritage Site hides a wealth of colonial architecture and monuments, but you can also escape to one of the nearby beaches, a boat ride away, for a tropical experience

This Hotel Lets You Stay in a Pimped-Out VW Campervan

In a nod to the island’s hippy heritage, the Sol Beach House hotel in Santa Eularia has installed the van for guests to stay in or use throughout the day – it’s a shady haven in the afternoon when temperatures can reach 40C

New 8,400 mile Train Journey will connect London to Toyko

The project would involve constructing a 28-mile bridge that would allow trains to cross the East Sea. Beginning in London, the train would take travellers through the heart of Russia before concluding in Wakkanai, Japan

Casinos, Craft Beer and Holy Caves – is this Europe's Most Surprising Country?

Georgia’s splendid food, breathtaking nature and rich culture have long made it a sought-after destination for adventurous travellers. Thriving amidst its Orthodox Christian cathedrals and farmsteads is a culture of gourmet coffee, clubbing and casinos

NYC Museum Putting the Focus on Women

The stately but intimate New York Historical Society Museum and Library on the Upper West Side offers visitors something unique among the changing exhibits examining New York and US history. On the newly transformed fourth floor of the building is the Center for Women’s History, the first of its kind within a major American museum

Cruising Milford Sound, New Zealand’s ‘Eighth Wonder of the World’

The breathtaking vision of fjords at New Zealand’s majestic Milford Sound is not the only surprise. It’s the height of summer and the temperature is 4C, but it feels closer to freezing due to the bracing breeze

Episode 1: Star Trek

The original Star Trek series aired for the first time on September 8, 1966. The last episode aired a short three years later on June 3, 1969

Why This Type of Modern Boutique Hotel Is Paris's Best Kept Secret

So you’re planning a vacation to Paris, and are looking for somewhere nice to stay. So what’s a traveler to do? Consider instead a series of relatively new boutique hotels popping up around The City of Light

A Guide to Bornholm: Denmark's Sunny Island Escape

Once a lucrative fishing island, following the collapse of the fishing industry in the 1990s (due to overfishing), the island was faced with an identity crisis. Locals turned to the fertile soil, warmer temperatures, and sunlight for farming and producing local products, which quickly garnered the island’s reputation as an ingredient hotbed

These Are the Best U.S. Cities to Visit If You Want to Fall in Love

It might behoove you to take a big step back and consider the city in which you’re looking for love. It matters more than you think

Hotel Buffets, a Culprit of Food Waste, Get Downsized

Hyatt has teamed up with Ideo, the global design firm, to remake the buffet, a hotel staple that oozes excess

36 Hours in Vancouver

It happens before you know it: Suddenly, you’re smitten with Vancouver — its endless coastline, glassy downtown, the extravagant nature that surrounds and permeates it

What Stephen King Can't Travel Without (It's Not a Mystery)

Maine’s most famous resident, Mr. King prefers car travel to air, and has surprisingly modest requirements when on the road

Hurricane Irma: A Complete List Of Cruises Canceled, Delayed

Carnival, Royal Caribbean and Norwegian are among the cruise lines making significant changes to upcoming sailings out of Florida

Indianapolis Airport Lands First-Ever Non-Stop Route To Europe

The service is a major victory for the Indianapolis airport, marking its first-ever regularly scheduled airline flight to an airport outside North America

US Airline Slashes Fares to $99 for Hurricane Irma Evacuees

The low cost-carrier announced last night that it would reduce fares to between $99-$159 including government taxes on any remaining seats in select markets where there are aircraft available

The Eight Best Things to Do at the Isles of Scilly Food Festival

During September, the five inhabited islands come together to hold the Taste of Scilly Food Festival, a month-long celebration of the superb local produce from around the archipelago

Mideast Outpost of Louvre to Open in Abu Dhabi in November

The Mideast outpost of France’s iconic Louvre Museum will open in Abu Dhabi on Nov. 11, officials announced Wednesday, ending a decade-long wait for a gallery whose construction was beset by economic turmoil and criticism over laborers’ working conditions

Seat Allocation Controversy has Boosted Ryanair's Annual Revenue by at least £15m

The fee to reserve a seat costs from £4 per return flight, up to £22 per return flight for extra leg room – and more customers than ever are paying it

8 Romantic Honeymoon Destinations That Won't Break The Bank

Here is your definitive guide from Booking.com, the global leader in connecting travelers with the widest choice of incredible places to stay, to help plan your honeymoon, with options for off-the-beaten-path or something more classic

This Is What It's Like To Stay At The 'Fixer Upper' Magnolia House

The famed Magnolia House sleeps eight guests with its five bedrooms, two bathrooms, a kitchen and plenty of cutesy sitting areas. If you’re itching to book a stay, here’s what you should know

Regal Highlights: Must-See Places In Royal London

If you love the royals and London, must-see places on your holiday include Buckingham Palace, Windsor Castle, Kew Palace and more

Natalia Cooper from Today on How to Get a Good Night’s Sleep Away from Home

For most of us a sleepless night in a hotel room results in a late breakfast, or an afternoon snooze below a beachside palm tree, but for the Today team member it means presenting the weather while rubbing the sleep from her eyes

Tourists Flee and Hotels Prepare to Welcome Evacuees as Irma Nears

Most hotels in Miami Beach were largely empty Wednesday as tourists heeded the advice of local officials to clear out of South Florida. Hotels are preparing to evacuate travelers or move them to sister properties

Here's What You Need to Know About Taking a Cruise to Cuba

What we intended as a starter cruise for a 10-year-old ended up as a starter of another sort: our maiden foray onto Cuban soil

Why You Shouldn't Sleep During Takeoff And Landing

It might be tempting to try and get as much shut eye as you can on flight but snoozing through takeoff and landing can lead to some serious health implications

The Blitz

Adolf Hitler wanted to destroy the civilian morale of the British people and to invade the island nation

How Travel Agent Fees Work

How much travel agents get paid varies from agent to agent. Their income is typically a combination of fees paid directly by the client and the commissions paid to them by the companies they work with to create extraordinary trips for those clients

12 Amazing Hotels Perfect For Animal Lovers

Luxury bedding and hot tubs are all well and good, but when did you last check into a hotel with real creature comforts -- provided by real creatures? From herons to horses, several properties around the planet provide encounters with animals for their guests alongside the regular room service

Why Kiev, Ukraine is Europe’s next Cool Spot

With Ukraine being one step closer to becoming part of the EU, now has never been a better time to explore Kiev’s architectural splendour and bohemian scene on a vodka shot budget

A Polished Hotel in Asbury Park Is New Center of Gravity

The storied beachside rock club that helped launch the career of Bruce Springsteen, is The Asbury, the town’s first new hotel in decades. This modern, 110-room property trades heavily on the town’s rock ‘n’ roll pedigree, and is also decorated with old-fashioned carnival images that harken to the town’s 1920s heyday as a beach resort

Cruise Lines Cancel More Sailings As Irma Approaches Florida

Cruise giant Carnival and Disney Cruise Line late Tuesday joined Royal Caribbean and Norwegian Cruise Line in cancelling upcoming sailings out of Florida as Hurricane Irma bears down on the state

JetBlue: Help Wanted. Pilots can be Paid as Instructors while Training to Join Airline

The first six members of the Gateway Select program have finished their initial flight training to become private pilots. Now they are heading back to Mesa, Ariz., to train other pilots while accumulating enough flight hours to qualify as airline pilots

This Eco Beach Hut is the UK's Most Luxurious Waterfront Hideaway

If you dream of getting away from it all but just can’t do without your home comforts, Britain’s most luxurious beach huts may be just what you’re looking for. The two new huts, on Calshot Beach in the New Forest, sit on the waterfront and overlook the Solent and the Isle of White

Denver City Guide: How to Spend a Weekend in the Mile High City

Standing one mile above sea level and with 300 days of sunshine per year, Denver has a lively arts and music scene, from the world-renowned Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre to the Denver Performing Arts Complex, the second-largest theatre complex in the country. Yet Denver's Wild West roots are never far away

10 Reasons why Puglia is the Perfect Family Holiday Destination

Whether during the school summer holidays or, with younger children during the long shoulder season (you’ll find weather in the mid-20s or above from mid-May through to early October), Puglia is the perfect place for a seaside family holiday

Hurricane Irma's Storm Path: What You Should Know

Hurricane Irma made landfall in the Caribbean on Wednesday with record winds and powerful waves. The Category 5 storm – the strongest Atlantic hurricane ever recorded north of the Caribbean and east of the Gulf of Mexico – passed over the island of Barbuda over night

Mekong River Cruising: The Hot New Travel Trend For Any Budget

Luxury cruise lovers are setting their sights on Asia to get more bang for their holiday buck. Annabel Tidmarsh, first and business travel expert from Flight Centre in Brisbane, has seen a huge rise in interest for Mekong River cruises in the past couple of years

Creative Vibe helps Paducah Thrive, drawing Tourists to Crafty Kentucky town

In this riverfront town in western Kentucky, art isn’t just a luxury. It’s a lifeline. More recently, art is what prompted UNESCO to designate Paducah as one of only six “Creative Cities” in the U.S

The Mysterious Symbol above Plane Windows that Pilots Consult in Emergencies

Window seats with a substantial view of the wing are a thrill to some and a scourge to others. But window seats don't exist entirely for the passenger's benefit - they’re also required by the captain

Among the Masters at the Ferrari and Lamborghini Museums

The designs are dazzling at three automobile museums in Italy. And then you get to drive

American Waiving Change Fees for Caribbean Cities in Irma's Path

Some American Airlines passengers with tickets for Tuesday or Wednesday to destinations in the path of Hurricane Irma can change their tickets without change fees, the airline announced Monday

U.S. Nicknamed "Uncle Sam"

Samuel Wilson, a Troy, New York meat packer, began supplying United States troops with barrels of meat on this day in 1813 and continued to do so throughout the war of 1812

Behind the Scenes of a AAA Hotel Inspector in Orlando

The AAA inspector aims to be an independent voice as she reviews hotels and restaurants for the public. AAA allowed a Sentinel reporter to shadow her as long as she was not named because of the nature of her job

How Low-Cost Airlines Alter the Economics of Flying

Even as mergers have significantly reduced competition, airlines like Spirit and Frontier continue to play a role in moderating ticket costs

11 Must-See Fall Exhibits At U.S. Museums

With school back in session, destinations and museums will be less crowded in the coming months. Plan a trip to experience one of these 11 exhibits — the best out there this fall

New Regent Itinerary to Take Cruisers to Russian Arctic

Looking for a cruise that can get you to a remote part of Russia? An unusual new itinerary from Regent Seven Seas Cruises fits the bill

Nanocrystals? Ohio Airport Rolls Out Self-Sanitizing Bins At TSA Checkpoint

The Canton Repository reports the Akron-Canton Airport has added liners using mineral nanocrystals that react to light and create a germ-killing chemical reaction

12 Stunning Train Rides You Should Take Before You Die

Whether you're writing the great American novel or taking a romantic getaway, a scenic train ride is one of the best ways to get around. The August/September issue of National Geographic Traveller rounds up images of the best train trips in the world, according to one seasoned rail rider

Belgian Hotel Offers to Rent Fish to Lonely Guests

A Belgian hotel has attracted attention for offering to rent lonely guests a fish for €3.50 a night. The Hotel Charleroi Airport in Gosselies, near Brussels South Cherleroi Airport, is a four-star property with rooms starting at £69

Japan Airlines Flight Makes Emergency Landing After Engine In Flames

A Japan Airlines plane was bound for New York on Tuesday when a red flame was seen flickering from the left engine. A pilot reported a bird strike

'Please Help Us Protect the City,' Mayor of Dubrovnik tells Cruise Lines as he Reaffirms Drastic Visitor Cap

The mayor of Dubrovnik has told the cruise industry he is committed to cutting the number of daily visitors to the old town to 4,000 – and asked cruise lines to help

Voyages Great And Small Fill Silversea's Itineraries

It’s an exciting time for Silversea . The luxury line just took delivery of its newest ship, the 596-guest Silver Muse, earlier this year and is refitting its first ship as you read this into one of the world’s premier luxury expedition ships

Solo Travel: Tips For Travelling Alone

Travelling by yourself can be liberating and self-indulgent in the best possible ways. That said going it alone does have its challenges, from not having anyone to wait in line or watch your bags while you pop to the bathroom, to no second opinions on the best way to tackle a public transport system

New England's Best-Kept Seaside Secret

Marblehead is a quaint seaside town just 30 minutes north of Boston that has yet to be discovered. This spot is not only an idyllic beach getaway, but epitomizes laid-back New England charm and has a history dating all the way back to the American Revolution

Chase Celebrities on the Original Tour of the Stars' Homes in L.A.

Sign on to the two-hour celebrity home tour and before your minivan has finished climbing Outpost Drive into the Hollywood Hills, you'll have gawked at the front-gate gargoyles of the late Bela Lugosi, glimpsed properties attributed to Bob Barker

Seven Once-in-a-Lifetime Safaris that Aren't in Africa

Africa may have a lock on our collective imagination when it comes to safaris, but there are plenty of places outside of Africa where you can come face-to-face with wildlife in its natural habitat, too

Checking Out Stockholm's Hippest New Hotel, Hobo

Hobo’s friendly vibe resembles that of a hostel, except for the Scandi-cool lobby with its flip-dot message boards, barber’s chair, and combination of vintage and contemporary museum-quality artwork. While not quite hostel-cheap, Hobo is notably affordable for such a brand new, innovative hotel

How to Get Every Free Thing Coming to You During a Hotel Stay

You'd be surprised how many services and freebies hotels keep stocked, just waiting for someone to ask for them

Vacation Rentals Turn Into Shelters in Harvey's Wake

Airbnb and HomeAway have asked hosts to give away space that they usually rent out to people displaced by the hurricane

First Continental Congress

The long-distance relationship between King George III of England and his American colonies was not going well. On September 5, 1774 a convention was held in Philadelphia, attended by 55 members appointed by the twelve of the thirteen British colonies

Millennials Are Relying on Travel Agents in Record Numbers

According to three new studies, millennials have discovered the value of relying on travel agents — not just to book their trips, but also as advisors on making travel decisions, such as which hotels to stay at and which destinations to consider

Subtle Giveaways That Show You're an American Tourist Abroad

Americans tend to wear their nationality unwittingly on their sleeves (or more accurately, “half-pants”), so it comes as no surprise that they’re easy to spot abroad -- but the French have made this a sport unto itself. Their culture, tightly wound and difficult to infiltrate, makes them particularly adept at calling out the imposters

Looking for a London Vacation Rental? We Tried the Plum Guide

Every home rental company touts a distinguishing feature. The Plum Guide’s is the stringent testing process that a hospitality expert conducts on each home before that property is accepted to the site

Harvey: More Houston Flights on Friday, but Normal is a Long Way Off

Flight schedules were slowly resuming in Houston on Friday, but it could take weeks until the city's two busy airports are back to normal schedules. Overall, more than 11,300 flights have been canceled nationwide since Harvey first began affecting flights last Friday (Aug. 25)

September Roundup of Notable Renovated Hotels

The hotel industry is thriving, with new properties popping up all over the USA. As a result, existing properties are renovating to keep up. USA TODAY takes a look at notable hotel renovations this month

Forget Narcos, Medellin has had a Cultural Makeover

An audacious regeneration plan has transformed Medellin into a city that seems at ease with itself – open and sociable

Thinking of Visiting Tibet? Amdo is One of the Best Places for First-Timers.

One of the best places to do that for first-time visitors to Tibetan areas is in Amdo, one of Tibet’s three main kingdoms. Today, Amdo includes parts of the Chinese provinces of Qinghai, Gansu, and slivers of Sichuan, similar to the way New England comprises a region of six states in America

The German City that Looks Like it Belongs in Italy

Germany’s third biggest conurbation and a blur of 1.5 million people it may be – but Munich is also an antithesis of the country’s stereotypical image as a slab of bratwurst, bracing winters, and a festival – running this year between September 16 and October 3 – dedicated to the drinking of beer

Delta Pilots may have Incentive to Fly Airline's Louder, Older Planes

For the young pilots that don’t mind, the route to promotion is perhaps closer than ever before. Less pilots wanting to sit in the MD-88 cockpit means more opportunities for younger pilots to captain those planes, rather than simply serving as a first officer

Elite Cruise Ship Spends $10K on Caviar for One Night

Cruises can be polarizing – some people find weeks at sea to be liberating, others find having to spend every day aboard the same moving platform to be confining. The Smithsonian Channel has set out to end the conflict by creating a show that depicts what the high life means on the high seas

Inside China's New UNESCO Heritage Site

Off the coast of Xiamen, in southeast China's Fujian province, Kulangsu (also known as Gulangyu) is not exactly your average Chinese village. As of July, China's "Piano Island" -- so named for its piano music and musical prodigies -- is also a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site, chosen in the committee's 41st session

Where's the Party? Depends on Whether you Want your Halloween Sweet or Scary

From cute pumpkin figures and trick-or-treating to chainsaws and Brain Eaters, Halloween events at Florida’s theme parks cover the full sweetness-to-horror spectrum

Southwest to Add Non-Stop Flights Between New Orleans and Cancun

Southwest Airlines will start offering non-stop flights next year between New Orleans and Cancun, Mexico, according to a news release issued Monday (Aug. 28). The new flight offering begins April 14, 2018

Mr. C's Next-Door Neighbors get in on Hotel-Style Luxuries

Mr. C Residences in Beverly Hills is the latest project to bet big on the lure of the luxury-hotel-meets-home hybrid

Zadar Not to Limit Number of Cruise Ships Any Time Soon

As every cruise ship passenger is a welcome guest in Zadar, the city intends to raise the number of arrivals from this year's 130,000 to the desired 170,000 in 2018

The Fall of Atlanta

Union Army General William T. Sherman entered Atlanta, Georgia, on this day in 1864. The move was highly tactical, cutting off key supply lines for the Confederate army of the South

South African Airways Invites You To See The Beauty Of Africa For Less

South African Airways (SAA), the national flag carrier of South Africa and Africa’s most awarded airline, has launched the “See the Beauty of Africa for Less” sale, with low fares from the U.S. to Johannesburg

36 Hours in Glasgow

This historic city, known for its Art Nouveau flourishes, also has a blossoming modern side, with daring new buildings, bars, restaurants and galleries

Cruise Smackdown: Royal Caribbean's Harmony of the Seas vs. Norwegian Escape

Unveiled in May 2016 and October 2015, respectively, Harmony and Escape are representatives of two of the biggest classes of cruise ships in existence — Royal Caribbean's Oasis Class and Norwegian's Breakaway Plus Class

China Announces Plans for 'Flying Train' that can Travel up to 2,500mph

Liu Shiquan, a deputy general manager at CASC, said their scientists would be looking to develop the super-fast trains of the future that could “fly on the ground"

Virgin Holidays launches Long-Haul Package Deals for Single Parents

Virgin Holidays has announced a long-haul package deal to the Caribbean for single parents. The group has partnered with 10 resorts for the initiative in a bid to end price discrimination

What's up for Fall in New England? Ideas from Yankee mag

Festivals, train rides and rambles around New England all offer opportunities for enjoying the region's autumn color, and the September-October issue of Yankee Magazine lists many suggestions for activities and destinations

'Wear snazzy socks or suspenders': Sir David Tang's Top Tips for Modern Travellers

Sir David Tang, a "larger-than-life Hong Kong-born entrepreneur, style guru and bon viveur", has died at the age of 63. Here, from an article written in 2016, he told Telegraph Travel his tips for travelling with style and grace

13 Must-Read Tips Before Visiting The Wizarding World of Harry Potter

Walking through Diagon Alley, Gringotts Wizarding Bank, Hogsmeade and Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry surpasses the imagination and brings the wizard world to life in a magical (and state-of-the-art technology) way. Below are 13 secrets and tips to help you explore

This Common Hotel Booking Scam Costs Travelers Around $4 Billion A Year

Customers may not realize it, but when searching for a hotel online, scam websites are likely to pop up as the first result on Google. When customers use these convincing websites to book a room, they get charged an inflated rate — and their reservation may not even be made

Unruly Passenger Ordered to Pay Airline nearly $100G

James August, of New Jersey, pleaded guilty to interfering with flight crew members and attendants in February and was ordered to pay the hefty sum by a federal judge Monday, the Honolulu Star Adviser reported

A Guide to Hong Kong's Victoria Peak

The highest point on Hong Kong Island at 1,811 feet tall, this historic mountain provides 360-degree views of the city's impenetrable skyline. But "The Peak" has much more to offer than just Instagrammable scenes. From gorgeous hiking trails to heritage restaurants, here's how to make the most of this famous summit on your next trip to Hong Kong

Turn Back the Clock and Spend Quality Time in Iowa's Amana Colonies

As guests to this region 250 miles west of Chicago discover, “quaint” and “modern” need not contradict each other in the seven Amana villages, where locals embrace values such as faith and hard work

A Guide to the Rugged, Remote Foodie Haven: Newfoundland

With UNESCO World Heritage Sites, sprawling national parks, picturesque seaside villages, and a world-class food scene, you'd think Newfoundland would be swarming with tourists. Fortunately, it's not

The Murder of Mary Ann Nichols

Charles Cross, a market stall operator, was the first to discover the body of Mary Ann Nichols, laying on the ground on what is now Durward Street, in the Whitechapel area of London near the London Hospital

Allegiant Air to Build $600M Beachfront Resort in Florida

Allegiant Air is flying into the hotel business. The Las Vegas budget carrier will announce plans Tuesday to build a beachfront resort with a hotel, nine condominium towers and a marina spanning 22 acres in western Florida

Carnival Donates $2 Million To Hurricane Harvey Relief Efforts

To help generate additional relief funds, cruise guests sailing on certain Carnival Cruise Line cruises will have the option to make a donation when they check in for their cruise, while the corporation’s brands and employees will be participating as well

LAX now Allowing Uber and Lyft Drivers to Drop Off, then Pick Up, on Same Trip

The evolution-revolution in Uber and Lyft service at LAX has taken another step forward. Drivers who are dropping off passengers can now pick up arriving passengers while there, a move LAX officials see as helping reduce chronic congestion in the horseshoe-shaped terminal area

This Indonesian Island Is a Respite From Bali. At Least for Now.

Gili Air does not have cars or the millions of tourists who descend on nearby Bali. It does have cool breezes and drowsy charms

Pittsburgh to be First Airport to Allow Non-Fliers Past Security Since 9/11

Care to do some shopping at the airport, even if you're not flying? Or walk a loved one to the gate before their flight? You’ll be able to do that starting next week at Pittsburgh International

It's Back! Royal Caribbean To Host Another Zumba Cruise

The five-day sailing on Royal Caribbean's 3,114-passenger Navigator of the Seas will kick off April 8, 2018 in Miami and feature daily themed classes led by 50 of the top Zumba instructors from around the world

Lisbon's 'We Hate Tourism' Tours Teach Visitors How To Travel Responsibly

As the backlash against mass tourism in some European cities continues, a company in Portugal is teaching visitors how to appreciate their city in a responsible way

EasyJet Launches New 'Hands-Free' Luggage Option

Budget airline easyJet is launching a new service which allows passengers to check-in their hand baggage. The “hands free” option will cost £4 per person and is designed to encourage people to leave items at the airport bag drop area before they go through security

Airlines are Giving Away Miles in Exchange for Harvey Disaster Relief Donations

While all major airlines are waiving change and rebooking fees for customers flying around the storm, a few are offering additional incentives for customers who donate to Hurricane Harvey relief efforts

Texas Hotel Nearly Tripled Room Prices After Hurricane Harvey

When a KXAN TV crew from Austin checked prices at a Best Western Plus in Robstown before the hurricane hit, a two-queen bedroom cost between $120 and $149 a night. But when they showed up on Saturday to get a room, the hotel clerk quoted them nearly $321.89 including tax, nearly triple the usual price, KXAN reports

The Best Hotels in Venice

Not all Venice hotels are created equal -- especially since the traditional (read: outré) Venetian style can be rather OTT for modern tastes. From celeb retreats to budget digs, the center of town to the islands, here are the hotels doing things differently

25 Top Things to Do and Eat in Malaysia

On August 31, Malaysia celebrates Merdeka Day, signifying 60 years of independence from British rule. In commemoration, we've compiled a list of 25 things to do and eat in this unmissable Southeast Asia destination

New Zealand’s South Island secrets: Ohau Snow Fields, Mt Hutt, Mt Cook and Lake Tekapo

I’m deep within Mackenzie High Country and Lake Ohau sparkles below me and at the end of the snow-capped valley sits the towering Aoraki Mt Cook. It’s a road trip around the South Island and I’m visiting some of the country’s ski areas often overshadowed by the big Queenstown drawcard and I’m already hooked on their beauty

A Guide to Skeppsholmen—Stockholm’s Island Oasis

Thanks to Södermalm’s elevated food scene, Stureplan’s party atmosphere, and wallet-busting shops around Norrmalm’s Torg, Stockholm is a city that keeps both locals and tourists busy year-round. But when you’re ready for a break from the hustle (and other tourists), head to the city’s tranquil, smallest, and greenest island: Skeppsholmen

A Walking Tour of Bath: the Ultimate Spa Break

With its imposing Georgian architecture, regal connections and the ‘healing’ waters of its Roman Baths, it’s easy to see why the city inspired Jane Austen

Cruise to Ecuador's Galápagos Islands and Do Good at the Same Time

WildAid, a San Francisco conservation group, is offering week-long tours in conjunction with the Galapagos Conservation Fund. The cruise, aboard the 159-foot yacht WildAid’s Passion, seeks the natural habitat of giant Galápagos tortoises

Detroit Hotel Kicks off Construction with Rooftop Tree Removal at Historic High-Rise

Developers kicked off construction of a hotel inside the historic, long-vacant Metropolitan Building on Tuesday with the removal of a 13-foot-tall tree from the roof. The $32-million "Element Detroit" hotel project will be an extended-stay hotel under the Starwood collection

Mary Shelley

Mary Wollstonecraft Godwin was born on this day in 1797. Her mother died 11 days after her birth, and she was raised by her father who provided her a somewhat eccentric

Why The Vent above Your Airline Seat Should Always Remain On

Using that tiny vent can actually work to your advantage, as it can help you avoid contact with certain microorganisms that can get you sick during a flight

Dining Experiences that Travellers Try and Locals Love

Take your tastebuds on this journey around the globe, and ask yourself, what would you eat and drink, and what would you politely refuse?

36 Hours in Trieste, Italy

A distinctive Adriatic experience awaits in this Old World city, with its broad, breezy plazas, coffeehouses and cozy seafood restaurants

Houston's Airports Closed for yet Another Day; Harvey Cancellations top 7,500

Another day of travel chaos loomed for fliers in Texas as Harvey's remnants wreaked havoc on flights schedules for a fourth day in a row Tuesday

What To Do When Holidays Go Wrong

Most holidaymakers have a great time and come home rested, relaxed and happy. But what if things go wrong - your hotel room overlooks a motorway, your escorted tour misses half of the promised visits, or, God forbid, the water in your villa’s swimming pool is bright green?

Airline Creates 'Mood Food' Snack Box To Help Calm Nervous Passengers

Monarch Airlines decided to try to sooth both passengers' hunger and their anxieties with new, allegedly mood-boosting snack boxes featuring foods designed to help passengers keep their spirits and their immune systems up while flying

Behind the Sscenes at Chicago's Iconic Buckingham Fountain

Whether it's as a background for selfies or a view for morning runners, Buckingham Fountain with its sea horse sculptures is an iconic landmark in Chicago. Construction on the fountain finished in 1927 and most of the original parts have withstood the test of time

Wisconsin's Green County Makes a Delicious Destination for Cheese Fans

While it’s beer that made Milwaukee famous, it’s cheese that has put Monroe (and the surrounding countryside) on the map. For dairy devotees, Green County remains the destination of choice to indulge their cheesy cravings

6 Reasons to Put Zambia on Your Next African Itinerary

Zambia is home to Victoria Falls, but it's so much more than that. It's a vast country, as large as France, Switzerland, Austria, and Hungary combined, with a rich history for conservation and responsible tourism that continues to thrive today

Planning a Cruise? Steer Clear of Surprise Charges and Incidental Fees

It's hard to find a vacation bargain that's as inexpensive as a cruise. Where else can you get food, lodging and transportation for as little as $50 or $100 a day? But if you're not careful, you can spend three or four times as much on incidentals

Suite Spot: Prince Waikiki, Honolulu

"Out of sight, out of mind" may seem an odd way to describe two 33-story towers of rosy limestone and glass, but since its opening in 1990, Hawaii Prince Hotel Waikiki and Golf Club kept a decidedly low profile among Mainland visitors

Teppanyaki Restaurant To Debut On Carnival Horizon Cruise Ship

Carnival Cruise Line's Asian restaurant Bonsai just grew a little bigger; Bonsai Teppanyaki will debut onboard Carnival Horizon when it launches in spring 2018, making it the line's first teppanyaki restaurant at sea

Mexico’s Coolest Hotel isn’t on a Beach — It’s in its Capital

Set in a former 16th-century royal palace steps from Mexico City’s grand and gritty historic center, Downtown Mexico is a coolly inventive boutique hotel from Grupo Habita, owners of New York’s Hôtel Americano

Michigan Avenue's Hard Rock Hotel to become St. Jane Chicago — for Jane Addams

Michigan Avenue's Hard Rock Hotel will have some playful new features but a serious name when it reopens as an independent brand next year. The new name, the St. Jane Chicago, pays homage to Chicago social worker and activist Jane Addams

New Trains to Shave Hour off Amtrak's Chicago-to-St. Louis Trip

New locomotives will be able to get to higher speeds and can help help cut travel times to St. Louis by one hour next year, state officials said

Canada just Introduced a Third Gender Category on Passports

From Thursday 31 August Canadian citizens will have the option to declare their gender as “X” on their passport

Dig in! It's time for Epcot Food and Wine Festival

Don’t worry about packing your bags for this trip around the world — the Epcot International Food

Ishi

In 1865, white settlers in California killed more than 40 Native Americans in what has become known as the Three Knowles Massacre

South African Airways Vacations® Expands Air-Inclusive Product Portfolio With 15 New Properties Throughout Africa

South African Airways Vacations® (SAA Vacations ®), the leisure vacation division of South African Airways, has introduced an array of 15 new hotels and safari lodges, nearly doubling their product offering to some of the most popular destinations throughout Africa

In Israel, Affordable Desert Adventures

The Negev Desert offers craters, cliffs, oases, Arabian leopards, and inexpensive lodging

WOW Air Rolls Out $69 One-Way Fares to Europe; What's the Catch?

What’s the catch? Well, there are several things fliers should be aware of

Finland Celebrates a Century of Independence with Giant Expanse of Wilderness

As Finland celebrates a century since independence, a new national park is giving the country something to shout about

Malta, the Island Nation just below Sicily, is an Increasingly Popular Stopover

Often experienced as a day stop on Mediterranean cruises, Malta greatly rewards a longer stay. The 17-by-8-mile island is packed with lovingly restored sites that bring history to life

Jetblue's Mint Class is the Most Refreshing Seat in the Skies

In March 2016 Jetblue introduced its new Mint service between Boston and San Francisco. Mint is Jetblue’s version of business class, and it features first-class amenities at the bargain price tag of $599

Living the High Life: Europe's most Beautiful Hilltop Towns

Picturesque hilltops aren't always wild and empty. Some are adorned by ancient castles or churches, with pretty towns teetering on the edge. These vertiginous villages exude a special aura and offer far-reaching vistas over the landscape below

Family Cruises into Storm as Ship Operator says Kids are Too Sick to Board

The Wu family, of Box Hill South, in Melbourne’s east, had been booked on Royal Caribbean’s Serenade of the Seas cruise ship travelling from Stockholm to St Petersburg via Finland on July 9, but were left furious after two of their children were not allowed on board after being deemed too sick to travel

FIRST LOOK: Summit Hotel opens Flagship in Cebu

This is the hospitality company's fourth hotel in the Philippines and second in Cebu. Described as a collection of boutique mid-scale hotels, Summit Hotels and Resorts is one of JG Summit Holdings, Inc.'s hospitality brands

Developer Plans Hotel on Dunnellon Blight Spot

Situated on North Water Way Street just west of U.S. 41 across the Withlacoochee River from Dunnellon City Hall, the two-story structure of concrete block and rebar is a testament of someone’s dreams that didn’t go as planned

Commune with Girlfriends (and goats) at New Gurney's Newport Resort

A sister property to Gurney’s Montauk in the Hamptons, Gurney’s Newport occupies the site of the former Hyatt Regency on the island — the quirky spot that looks like a giant brick pyramid rising out of Narragansett Bay (but was meant to resemble a sailboat, we’re told.)

Cruise Ship Passengers Stranded As Harvey Ravages Texas

Thousands of cruise-ship passengers were left stranded at sea as the storm held Texas’s Port of Galveston hostage. Carnival ships Valor and Freedom, which had been set to arrive in Galveston on Saturday, were instead detoured to New Orleans. Passengers were allowed to get off there or wait to get back to Galveston — Tuesday at best, port officials said

20 Incredible Rivers you Must Explore on Foot

The best river walks do not necessarily rely upon the river’s course for their own, but the influence of water upon the landscape and culture is a reassuring reminder of its existence

Five New Roller Coasters Announced for 2018

National Roller Coaster Day has been celebrated on August 16 for over 30 years. This past National Roller Coaster Day unveiled five new thrill machines for next year

Airports Bringing in Therapy Dogs to Calm Anxious Plane Passengers

From finding gates to checking bags to trudging through security, flight preparations get many travelers wound up before they even step on the plane. And now, man’s best friend is easing a whole lot of airport anxiety

Best Seat on a Plane: Airline Seat Selection

Gone are the days of the earlier you arrived at check-in, the more chance you had of securing the seat you want. Today, it is more like how much extra you are prepared to pay to guarantee your seat or sit together as a family

7 Transformative Trips to Help Get Over a Breakup

If there’s anything that’s truly universal—that transcends time zones, cultures, and languages—it’s heartbreak. And if you’re in the midst of a soul-crushing split, it’s crossing those time zones and immersing yourself in different cultures and languages that can actually begin the healing process

The Founding of St. Augustine

The oldest continuously occupied city in the United States established by Europeans was first sighted on this day in 1565

Five Places to Learn to Make Gelato in Italy

What’s more pleasurable on a vacation to Italy than enjoying a scoop or two of gelato? There may only be one answer, and that’s savoring the gelato you made yourself

In an Arkansas Town, Music Is Key to a Comeback

Terry Stewart, formerly with the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, has a plan to bring tourists to El Dorado, Ark. The focus is on the arts

Qantas Planning for a 20-hour Non-Stop Flight to London

Qantas is expected to challenge the world’s big jetmakers to develop a passenger aircraft that would allow it to fly from Australia’s east coast to New York and London

Exclusive: Six Flags Magic Mountain will Open Daily all year in 2018

The park announced that starting January 1, 2018, it would switch to a 365-day operating schedule. Magic Mountain will join other L.A.-area destination attractions, including Disneyland and Universal Studios Hollywood, and remain open daily all year long

EasyJet Issues Warning over 'Free Flights' Internet Scam

EasyJet is warning Facebook users not to be taken in by a “free flights” scam that has gone viral on the social media platform. The scam claims to offer two free tickets to everyone that participates in an online survey, in celebration of the airline’s 22nd anniversary

The Best Place to Stay in New York if You Want to Swear at Trump Tower

Though they cannot have foreseen their good fortune when work began at The Whitby, which opened earlier this year, there is currently no hotel bed closer to the city’s newest and most popular tourist attraction

Revealed: The Oldest Passenger Planes still in Service – Have you Flown on Any of Them?

Would you feel uneasy about flying on a plane built in 1970? Harold Wilson was enjoying his first stint at Number 10, George Best was in his free-scoring pomp, and man's first small step on the surface of the moon was still fresh in the memory

A $2,000 Night at New England's Top Resort. Is it worth it?

Rooms at Twin Farms start at $1,500. You can stay in the studio cottage for $3,000 a night or the chalet for $3,600 a night

Vermont's waterways are a Paddler's Paradise

If there’s a distinct serenity to picking up a paddle and setting off for the natural wonder of a pristine waterway, Vermont is a paddler’s paradise, with most areas also rich with options for camping

Best Flying Tips: Qatar Airways Frequent Flyer Reveals Top Tricks

Escape reader David Brundle is an Aussie expat who has been based in Qatar for the past 12 years. Every month he takes at least one flight with a minimum duration of seven hours and apart from clocking up some serious mileage, he’s also got a little black book full of flying hacks

Hurricane Harvey leads Airlines to offer Refunds, Rebookings

Six major airports are offering fee waivers for flight changes ahead of Harvey's approach to central Texas

Get To Know Prince Edward County, Ontario — The Hudson Valley of Canada

The county is full of Toronto rat race dropouts and creatives who are opening wineries, design businesses, restaurants, and upcycling old motels

The Ginger Pig, Hove, East Sussex: Hotel Review

It’s the sort of place no one really wants to leave, which is handy since now there’s no need. In June, 11 new bedrooms were added – six on the first floor and another five in the attic above and all with the same decor and ethos as the pub itself. But there is a separate entrance, so guests feel reassuringly sealed off from the bar below

The Secrets of a Cruise Ship Magician

When did you last meet a magician? For most of us over the age of 10, opportunities are thin on the ground. The last place I expected to meet one was at sea – on a luxury cruise ship

Cruise Lines Adjust Canadian Itineraries to Protect Endangered Whales

Several cruise lines have been forced to reduce the amount of time their ships spend in port on itineraries that visit Canadian ports along the Gulf of St. Lawrence

The Liberation of Paris

The Liberation of Paris from Nazi occupation reached its climax in late August, 1944. Nazi Germany had occupied and administered Paris since June, 1940 in collaboration with the puppet Viche regime

36 Hours in Brussels

Give the Belgian capital a second look, and you will find plenty of avant-garde art, vintage wares and daring cuisine and cocktails

In St. Lucia, a Celebration of Chocolate

this summer and fall, several cocoa farms and hotels are offering new packages and deals that coincide with the island’s first Chocolate Heritage Month in August

WOW Air, Known for $99 Europe Fares, adds Four New U.S. cities

Can St. Louis support a non-stop route to Iceland? How about Cleveland, Cincinnati and Detroit? Icelandic budget carrier WOW Air thinks so

How to Make your Suitcase Indestructable, by an Airline Baggage Expert

You check your shiny new suitcase onto a flight. Hours later an unrecognisable, battered old version of it is spat out onto the luggage carousel. Is there anything you can do to protect it?

Cape Town's Best Tidal Swimming Pools

The pools, which fill with salt water at high tide and warm up with the sun, offer more than just a safe place to swim. Scattered through some of Cape Town’s most beautiful coastal suburbs, they also offer a dip into history

Travel Ban Imposed on North Korea amid 'Significant Risk to British Nationals'

In the wake of a series of nuclear and ballistic missile tests by the communist state, the Foreign Office (FCO) has updated its stance on visiting the country, advising against “all but essential travel”

These Exotic Beaches Are Now On The Radar

It reads like a fairytale – a magical place where a quarter of its biodiversity-rich land is protected. Not only is Costa Rica the world’s happiest country, according to the most recent Happy Planet Index, but it’s one of the greenest

Halloween Events Get Going Early Across Florida

From major events like Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and Halloween Horror Nights to smaller, family-friendly events like the Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Garden's Zoo Boo Bash, the sunshine state has celebrations for everyone

Skip Bordeaux—This Is the New Wine Region to Visit in France

The South of France is laden with Michelin-starred chefs, but it’s this laid-back gastronomy and low-key lifestyle that’s defining Occitanie, France’s “newest” wine region

Napa Valley Resort Owners Plan New Development

The owners of Indian Springs in Calistoga have submitted plans for another luxury resort.The owners of the Indian Springs Resort and Spa in Calistoga are in talks with the city for a 170 unit resort, the third resort planned for the city in recent years

Five Secret Hotel Rooms You Now Know About (Don't Pass It On)

Across the globe, many properties have accommodations that are hidden from everyone except those clued in to their existence. The hotels use them as a way to delight valued guests or generate buzz

Airports (Like Carriers) Use Twitter to Ease Travelers' Concerns

With airplanes often filled almost to the brim and air travel increasingly unpredictable, airports have begun using social media to communicate with passengers

Miami Hotels are Making Money on Airbnb. But for One, it's Parties and Prostitutes

More than a dozen local boutique hotels list some of their rooms on Airbnb, despite an ongoing battle between the hotel and short-term rental industries. While most hotels have had a good experience, one said Airbnb has attracted rowdy parties and guests who invite prostitutes into their rooms

Virginia Beach Woman says United Airlines Refused to get Son's Medical Supplies after Flight Delayed

A Virginia Beach woman said she was stuck in Chicago with her 18-month-old son with special needs after her United Airlines flight was delayed and employees refused to get his medical supplies from her checked baggage

Photo Tour: The Intimacy of Windstar Cruises' Star Pride

Originally built in 1988 for luxury line Seabourn, Star Pride is large enough to offer a choice of two restaurants, several lounges and bars, a fitness center, spa and even a small casino. But it's small enough to tuck into tiny harbors and hidden coves that bigger ships can't reach

Federal Officers Apprehend Cruise Ship Deserters

U.S. Customs and Border Protection Office of Field Operations officers worked with authorities to apprehend three Indonesian nationals in Arkansas last week who had deserted from various international cruise ships docked in the United States over the past three years

The Destruction of Pompeii

It was the day after Vulcanalia, the festival of the Roman god of fire. On August 24th, death rained down on the Roman village of Pompeii from Mount Vesuvius

August Hotel Roundup: The Latest Openings, Renovations, Brand Updates

The U.S hotel industry reported positive year-over-year results in three key areas during the last week of July. Hoteliers moved into August feeling optimistic, with a slate of new openings, renovations and other updates

Icelandair: Cleveland Will Be Newest U.S. City

Icelandair did not reveal a specific start date, saying only that service would launch in May 2018. Flights would be Cleveland's first to Europe since 2009

Fort Lauderdale City Guide: How to Spend a Weekend in the Venice of America

From soaking up some rays to hitting the Everglades, here’s how to spend 48 hours in this low-key Florida destination that’s on the up and up

Tuvalu: Why is this Polynesian Paradise the Least Visited Place in the World?

Tucked away in the South Pacific, Tuvalu is a picture-perfect collection of nine islands, sitting about halfway between Hawaii and Australia

What on Earth Happens to Lost Luggage?

It’s one of a traveller’s worst nightmares - being the last person at the airport conveyor belt and coming to that slow realisation that your bag isn’t coming

State Department Issues Travel Warning for Mexico

The U.S. Department of State issued a travel warning Tuesday for Americans traveling to certain parts of Mexico. The advisory cautions citizens to avoid traveling to certain locations due to increased criminal activity

Where Else can you Watch Log Rolling, a Herring Toss and Fools on Spools?

You can’t do much better than a port stop in Petersburg, where the town’s Norwegian heritage is on full display

Seeing Red: Take a Trip to Wisconsin's Cranberry Marshes

Drive up to Wisconsin Rapids and take a DIY tour along the Cranberry Highway, winding almost 50 miles along country roads skirting cranberry farms, some in the same family for three or four generations

A Soaring Demand for Cross-Border Air Travel

To serve the swelling market on both sides of the border, airlines including American, Alaska and Southwest recently added dozens of new routes or increased flight frequency to connect major business hubs and tourist hot spots in both countries

Jetstar Launches Direct Flights from Melbourne to Zhengzhou, China

The city of Zhengzhou, in central China, is the latest flight route to be added to the budget airline’s network. The city, the capital of Henan Province, is famous for its Shaolin Monaster

New Rooms at Temecula Resort-Casino to Open with Stay-and-Play Deals

Pechanga Resort and Casino plans to open a new 568-room tower at the end of December. It’s part of a $285-million expansion at the Temecula site that also will add two restaurants, a two-level spa and a 4.5-acre pool complex

You Can Soon Cruise to Alaska Directly from Singapore with Princess Cruises

If you have time to spare, or ample annual leave, this 29-day direct cruise from Singapore to Alaska may be a good option for those who do not like taking long-haul flights to US or Canada

Exchange Rate Cuts Cost of Cruise Ship Drinks Packages for Australians

Royal Caribbean has revised its foreign exchange rate to reflect the stronger Australian dollar, effectively reducing costs for onboard extras

Hotel Wales' Future Uncertain after Selling for $35M

The Hotel Wales, a cozy Carnegie Hill institution for nearly 100 years, might be facing check-out time

Asian Millennials Are Traveling Solo For Their Own Adventures

Asian millennial travelers armed with digital tools are changing the travel trends with “personalized agendas.” And they are the driving force behind the current solo travel boom

Eugene Bullard

Eugene Bullard joined the French Foreign Legion upon the outbreak of World War I. A native of Georgia, he traveled back to the United States to enlist and fight for his country when the U.S. joined the war

Deadly Earthquake Hits Italian Island of Ischia

The temblor caused significant damage to the towns of Casamicciola and Lacco Ameno, where two people were killed after some buildings crumbled

Thomas Cook Airlines Pilots to Strike on September 8th

The airline operates flights to Europe, Africa, the Caribbean, North America and Asia. More than 400 of Thomas Cook Airlines’ 560 pilots are members of the British Airline Pilots’ Association (BALPA)

Six Travel Trends That Are Going to Explode Over the Next Few Years

Over 5,600 industry experts descended on Las Vegas for the annual Virtuoso Travel Week conference. Ianthe Butt reveals the trends that got tongues wagging

The Incredible Filming Locations From Game of Thrones Season Seven

The sixth episode of Game of Thrones saw Jon Snow and his motley band of corpse slayers venture beyond The Wall. The land of ice, blizzards and White Walkers is suprisingly easy to visit – because it's actually Iceland

Indonesia to Start Work on £150m 'Rich Guy' Cruise Terminal as it seeks '10 New Balis'

After five years of planning, work is expected to begin next month. The resulting marina and cruise terminal on Bali’s southern tip will become the nation’s largest port, able to accommodate three cruise ships at once, each carrying as many as 5,000 passengers

Homewood Suites Joins Hotel Boom

The new Hilton Homewood Suites in the University Town Center area is the latest in a string of Southwest Florida hotel projects to open this year. The hotel, which is owned by Manatee County-based Benderson Development Company, features a mix of studio and one-bedroom rooms equipped with kitchens and separate living areas

The founding of the Red Cross

In 1864, the Swiss government invited the governments of Europe and the United States to a diplomatic conference in Geneva

Airline Forces Man to Sit in Someone Else's Urine for 11-hour Flight

Andrew Wilkinson, 39, of London, boarded a British Airways plane in Heathrow to visit his parents in Cape Town, South Africa — and immediately noticed a wet patch on his seat, The Sun reported

Natural Wonders: The Ultimate List of Scenic Splendor

Water, fire and ice have combined to make some of the most spectacular scenery in the world -- from giant crystal caves to mud volcanoes and rock formations that look like works of art

Tourism to Antarctica is Booming Thanks to Millennials

Antarctica looks set to be one of the hottest travel destinations for 20 to 29-year-old Aussies in 2018

Themed Cruises: Cruise with Oprah, Elvis or See a Film Festival at Sea

A new raft of themed cruises is adding the quirk factor to the average floating holiday, with specialised itineraries celebrating everything from knitting to nudity, KISS to Star Wars and fitness to films

Low-Cost European Airlines Pressure U.S. Competition to Cut Fares

Already under pressure from discounters at home, major U.S. airlines are facing a tighter squeeze abroad as low-cost rivals ramp up service across the Atlantic

Learn about Iceland's 'Hidden People,' Trolls and More at Elf School in Reykjavik

The Elf School of Reykjavik won't teach you how to be an elf, but in one short day, you can learn a lot about these creatures and come away with an elf school diploma

8 Under-the-Radar Hotels in Canada We Love

Canada is the world’s second-largest country, geographically speaking. Maybe that’s why its smallest hotels seem like such discoveries—jewel-like accommodations embedded in spectacular natural settings, or luxurious lodgings slipped in urban pockets so discreet even locals might miss them

10 Under-the-Radar European City Escapes

For a fresh spin on a European getaway, take some inspiration from this edit of the continent’s finest under-the-radar destinations that you may not know about but may want to visit before everyone else does

Frequent-Flying: Airlines Make it Harder to Earn Free Flights for Loyalty

Airline loyalty programs are losing much of their allure even for frequent fliers, and the rules for navigating the system have changed. Flying is no longer the best way to earn miles or points. The biggest bang for your buck comes from signing up for the right credit card

10 Best Labor Day Destinations for 2017

Even though fall won’t start for a few weeks after it, Labor Day weekend signals the end of summer for most. Schedule an extra vacation day now and make the most of the long weekend by booking a trip to one of these best Labor Day destinations for 2017

Silversea Touts Another Epic South America Cruise

The 69-day voyage on the 596-passenger Silver Muse will kick off Jan. 3, 2018 in Fort Lauderdale and feature a complete circumnavigation of the continent

Couple Turned Away from Italian Hotel for Having 'Dark Skin'

A couple have allegedly been turned away from a hotel in southern Italy for having "dark skin". Cristobal Rojas, an Italian citizen of Cuban descent, attempted to check into his beach hotel in the town of Margherita di Savoia, Puglia, with his wife Josephine

Stalking Stephen King in Bangor, the World Capital of Horror

The northern Maine town of Bangor is justifiably famous for its association with King, an author with more than 60 novels and close to 200 short stories, and it’s getting in the mood for two new film adaptations this summer

Missing the US Solar Eclipse? Here are 11 More Heavenly Spectacles to Mark in your Diary

The USA will witness a solar eclipse today, which will glide right across the torso of the country, from Oregon on the west coast to South Carolina on the east. Alternatively, here are a few other heavenly events for your diary

Passengers Terrified of Being 'Shot Down' after Holiday Flight 'Tracked' by Fighter Jet

Holidaymakers flying home from Spain were left deeply unsettled last week when they were joined by a French fighter jet just off their left wing

Why the Only Response to the Attack in Barcelona is to Keep on Travelling

It is no longer possible to know what counts as being “too soon” when it comes to the idea of life returning to normal in the aftermath of tragedy

Skip the Stress: Elope at These Inns

A number of hotels and inns in New England offer elopement packages that usually include an officiant or judge, and provide variations of romantic meals, flowers, cake, and deluxe accommodations. Some offer additional amenities such as massages, monogrammed robes, and wedding photo portraits

Frontier Airlines Kicks Father and Daughter off Flight for 'Disrespectful Remarks'

Eric and Whitney Miller had just boarded the flight to St. Louis after a six-hour delay when they were asked to leave because the crew “felt threatened” by their behavior

10 World-Class Adventures Here in British Columbia

Up for an adventure? Here are ten B.C. adventures to squeeze in before summer is over

Finding the 'Lost World' of Jurassic Park on Fern Canyon Hike

Tucked away in Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park, about 50 miles north of Eureka, the emerald canyon served as a setting in Steven Spielberg’s 1997 dinosaur blockbuster. It was filmed to appear as rainforest background in several scenes

Florida Zoo is Latest Charity to Move Gala from Trump Resort

The Cleveland Clinic, the American Cancer Society and the American Friends of Magen David Adom said last week they decided not to hold fundraisers at the Palm Beach, Florida-based resort

Adults-Only Temptation Cancun Resort Reopens after Rebuild

Inspired by the human body, the new resort’s 430 guestrooms and public spaces epitomise Karim’s signature ‘sensual minimalism’ style, including an iconic multi-coloured seven-storey façade

5 Important Questions to Ask Yourself Before Boarding a Cruise

So, you’ve done your research to choose a cruise line that suits your personality and selected a specific ship and itinerary that looks perfect. Before your dream vacation commences, however, there are still several final details that require your consideration

Cruise Lines Hosting Special Events at Sea for Solar Eclipse

Several cruise lines are hosting special events at sea on their cruise ships for today’s solar eclipse and here is a complete rundown of what each cruise line is hosting

World's Fastest-Growing Tourist Destinations for 2017

Don't be surprised if your favorite city feels a bit more crowded the next time you visit. The United Nations World Tourism Organization has released its latest UNWTO World Tourism Barometer and the flood of global travelers looking to journey beyond their borders is stronger than ever

The Theft of the Mona Lisa

On August 21, 1911 a patron of the Louvre Museum in Paris walked into the Salon Carré where Leonardo Da Vinci's Mona Lisa was on display for all to see

In the Yakima Valley, Serious Wines and Sweeping Vistas

A world away from Seattle, the “dry side,” as it is known to Washingtonians, is home to more tractors than Teslas. In addition to broad vistas and respite from rain, the region boasts a booming wine industry

American adds Budapest and Prague to its Route Map

American Airlines is boosting its presence in Europe, announcing two seasonal destinations and additional flights to another

Cruise Lines to Go Ahead with Barcelona Calls in Wake of Terror Attack

Most major cruise lines with ships scheduled to call at Barcelona in the next few days plan to go ahead with the visits, despite Thursday's terror attack

This Hotel Comes with a Tennis School Designed by a Wimbledon Champion

Seclusion. Retreat. Peace. Music to the ears of those of us who live in a big city. D Maris Bay, nestled in a serene corner of South-West Turkey, offers these qualities in spades

High Speed Train cuts London-Edinburgh Journey to Four Hours

The high-speed train is named Azuma, the Japanese word for “East”, in homage to Japanese bullet train technology and the coast on which it will operate. The vehicle is able to accelerate faster than existing trains on the network

To Truly See Kyoto, Walk, Bike or Take a Train Through the Historic Japanese City

Many foreign visitors never find these everyday marvels. That’s probably because they see getting around Kyoto as a problem rather than an opportunity. Instead of walking, biking and riding Kyoto’s working museum of train lines, they turn to taxis (expensive and slow) and buses (extensive but even slower)

As Summer Draws to a Close, a Primer on Beating the Post-Vacation Blues

Welcome back. What’s that? You didn’t want to come home? You might have a touch of the post-vacation blues

The Tropical Overwater Bungalow — Long a Symbol of Relaxation and Luxury — Turns 50

Since the early 1960s, stilted huts built over water have made dreams come true for many a traveler in the South Pacific and Caribbean

The Birth Of Virginia Dare

The first child in the New World born to English parents was Virginia Dare, born August 18, 1587

This 'Hunger Games' Theme Park Is For The Bravest Of Souls

Will you survive it? Prepare to unleash your inner Katniss, because a “Hunger Games” district land is opening at a theme park on a South Korean island

This Seemingly Small Discrepancy Could Cost You Hundreds On Economy Flights

Booking flights on airfare search sites is supposed to make things easier, but it turns out it can come with some costly confusion. Some airlines list seats on sites like Google Flights and Expedia as “premium” when in fact they come with fewer perks then you’d expect, as SmarterTravel points out

The 'Fixer Upper' Silos are quickly becoming the Times Square of Waco

The 26,000-square-foot property houses a bakery, a home goods store, garden and garden supply shop, and a food truck park. The Silos and its “little something for everyone” is attracting people the nation over, driving tourism traffic up to record highs for the sleepy Texas town

16-year-old groped on United Flight feels Airline didn't Protect her from Attacker

The teen alerted the United terminal supervisor of the attack, but little came of it. According to the mother’s statement, no one informed anyone else of what the teenager had said

The Best Things to Do in New York's SoHo

As one of Manhattan's best-known neighborhoods, there's also world-class food, drink and art as long as you know where to look. So check some of the best things to do

Best Places to Stay in Seattle on Any Budget

New hotels are sprouting at speeds not seen since the gold rush, and Downtown is undergoing a big revival. In June, the famous Pike Place Market also saw a $US74 million extension. Whether you’re stopping over before or after a cruise or visiting the city on its own merit, here are three hotels for all budgets

8 Reasons to Visit Sarasota, Starting with the Circus

One might be excused for not immediately thinking of Sarasota when planning a Florida getaway. The city, located on the southern Gulf of Mexico, along with its surrounding beach communities of Longboat Key and Anna Maria Island, have a lot to recommend them

Norwegian Cancels Far-Right Group’s “Rebel Cruise” From Miami

After pressure from an anti-racism advocacy group in the United Kingdom, Norwegian on Wednesday canceled a Nov. 12 sailing for a far-right Canadian media group

36 Hours in Cincinnati

In the early 19th century, Cincinnati, then the biggest city in the west, was nicknamed Queen City. Two hundred or so years later, it is experiencing another boom, this time in its historic Over-the-Rhine district, which is being transformed with significant investments in infrastructure

Trump to Guam Governor: North Korea Threats Will Boost Tourism ‘Tenfold’

The threat by North Korea’s leader, Kim Jong-un, to create “an enveloping fire” around the tiny United States territory in the Western Pacific will bolster Guam tourism “tenfold,” Mr. Trump said in the recorded conversation with Gov. Eddie Calvo

Silver Dollar City adds a Time Traveler for 2018

With cowboys roaming the streets, period artisans plying their crafts, musicians performing retro tunes, and other historic nods, Silver Dollar City in Branson, Mo. transports visitors back to the Ozark Mountains of the late 19th century. For 2018, it will put a spin on its era-shifting theme with the new attraction, Time Traveler

Florida Airports Battle Over Using The Name 'Orlando'

Officials from the board which runs Orlando International Airport in Orlando are objecting to the use of the name "Orlando" by the Orlando Melbourne International Airport on the Atlantic Coasts and by the Orlando Sanford International Airport that's on the periphery of the greater Orlando area near a town called Sanford

Why Greenland's Capital is Becoming the New Nordic City of Culture

There is a growing community of artists, chefs and artisans keen to prove that there is more to Greenland than icebergs and huskies. Nuuk, they enthuse, is the new Nordic city of culture

Israel's Newest Tourist Attraction: The Anti-Terror Training Camp

There are many reasons to visit Israel. Depending on your interests, you might go for the key religious sites dotted across Jerusalem. And, of course, the chance to fire a high-powered weapon, take part in a staged terror “incident”, and train in mixed martial arts with Israeli combat veterans

The Seat Reservation Charges That Cost More Than The Airfare

At least one airline is charging more to reserve a specific seat than it costs to book the flight in the first place, new research has shown

A World Of Opportunities Awaits Overseas

Today, even though it is still a bit rough around the edges, Casco Viejo is Panama City’s crown jewel. Families have indeed been relocated to better conditions. New life has been breathed into the neighborhood and its historic old buildings

Check-In: It's Not Your Average Key West Hotel

You want to travel with your besties, but balk at the idea of each paying $200 or more for a room — especially when you’ll spend most of your time lounging around the pool, or piled into the same room hanging out. Problem solved — at least in Key West

Safari West Offers A Free-Range Zoo Family Adventure

Behold the wilds of Safari West, a 400-acre nature preserve tucked amid the golden hills of Santa Rosa. The next best thing to going on safari in Africa, this wildlife oasis is the perfect family-friendly getaway

A Swiss Hotel asks Jewish Guests to Shower before Entering the Pool

A Swiss hotel has been accused of anti-Semitism after a manager reportedly posted signs instructing Jewish guests to shower before using its pool

White Nationalist Conference Canceled At Colorado Resort

Colorado Springs Mayor John Suthers says the cancellation of a white nationalist group’s conference was not a city decision, but he applauded the move

Cunard's Queen Elizabeth Cruise Ship to Host QE2 50th Anniversary Celebrations

Cunard will mark the 50th anniversary of the launch of its iconic Queen Elizabeth 2 vessel with a special voyage on Queen Elizabeth next month. Launched by HM Queen Elizabeth II on 20 September 1967, QE2 sailed until November 2008, following 41 years of service

Australia Thinks it's Finally Found the Crash Site for Missing Flight MH370

Seven months to the day after the search for the doomed Boeing 777 was officially called off, leading Australian scientists have calculated “with unprecedented precision and certainty” that the plane crashed at a point 35.6 degrees south of the Equator and 92.8 degrees east of Greenwich

Carnival Cruise Line Adds More Cruises to Cuba Due to High Demand

The new voyages include three five-day cruises to Havana and Cozumel or Key West departing Feb. 17, July 2 and Sept. 5, 2018; a six-day sailing featuring Havana and Grand Cayman departing Aug. 26, 2018; and an eight-day voyage with stops at Havana, Grand Cayman and Cozumel departing Aug. 18, 2018

10 Business Travel Tips for First-Timers

Congratulations- you’ve just been assigned your first business trip! While you may be thrilled for an exciting adventure, how do you make the trip go smoothly, from ticket booking to expense report submission?

Pike Place Market Opens

The local farmers around Seattle were not happy. Because of the distance into town and the difficult requirements of city government, most were forced to sell their produce on consignment through the wholesalers in town

A Tranquil Oasis in Greece

Casa Cook Rhodes, a 95-room adults-only resort on the island of Rhodes, opened a year ago as the first Greek hotel by the tour operator Thomas Cook

Construction Begins on another Giant Royal Caribbean Ship, Spectrum of the Seas

The massive Meyer Werft shipbuilding facility in Papenburg, Germany held a steel-cutting ceremony to mark the beginning of work on Royal Caribbean's new "Quantum Ultra" ship — a new version of the Miam-based line's recent Quantum Class vessels

Five Must See Small Towns In Arizona

Visiting small towns is one of the great joys of travel. Combine scenic beauty, easy access and welcoming main street businesses and you’ve got all the makings of a memorable day trip. We’ve explored Arizona and found these five small-town gems you’re sure to enjoy

Air Berlin files for Bankruptcy after Etihad Pulls Plug

The loss-making airline, which carries some 80,000 people a day mostly on short-haul destinations, will get a 150 million euro ($177 million) government loan to keep flights running and not leave travelers stranded during the peak summer season

Why You Should Still Visit Manchester

There’s never been a better time to visit and show your support while exploring one the UK’s most dynamic cities. And there are plenty of events on to keep you entertained this summer – Manchester Jazz Festival, RHS Flower Show, Caribbean Carnival and Manchester Pride to name a few

10 Places In The US That Every Music Lover Should Visit

The USA is a country in thrall to music. Over the past century (and a bit), it has watched the heady ascents of numerous stars in genres as diverse as blues, jazz, folk and rock. So where to go to find echoes of your heroes?

Airbnb Bans White Supremacists from Using its Service after Charlottesville Protest

Airbnb said on Tuesday that white supremacists were permanently banned from using the service to reserve lodging following Saturday's deadly protests in Charlottesville, Va.

London's Big Ben Will Fall Silent Until 2021

After 157 years of nearly uninterrupted service, London's Big Ben will stop chiming. Starting on Monday, August 21, 2017, the Elizabeth Tower (colloquially known as Big Ben, the name of the largest bell inside) will undergo a series of vital renovations, including repairs to the roof, stonework, and the Big Ben's 13-foot pendulum

An Escape to a Secluded Glacial Resort Once Owned by the British Crown

The chopper cuts through the mountain pass, soaring above the jagged terrain that fades from green to brown to white. It’s destined for Minaret Station, a private ranch on a glacial valley in the southern Alps that’s accessible by helicopter only

Rowing in the Outer Hebrides, Scotland – In Pictures

Coastal rowing in small traditional skiffs is undergoing a revival in Scotland. Photographer Murdo Macleod joins a community club on an expedition to explore the islands off Lewis and Harris

To Save Money on Flights, Look to Smaller Airports

There are options for the seasoned budget traveler: smaller and sometimes more out-of-the-way airports that can save you a decent chunk of change and a fair amount of grief

Aquariums, Golf Courses, IMAX Theaters: Visit these Airports for a Layover like No Other

There are quite a few airports out there that you wouldn’t curse in the event of a delay. Some, in fact, that you may want to book a trip through just to see how great an airport can be

Cunard Is Launching a 'New York Times' Crossword-Themed Cruise

Departing from New York on December 8 and landing in the U.K.’s port of Southampton on December 15, the seven-night journey celebrates the 75th anniversary of the New York Times crossword puzzle, the brainteaser that started in 1942 and has appeared in the paper on a daily basis since 1950

The Secret to Skipping the Queues in the World's Most Crowded Cities

Below we've listed tips for some of the world's most popular cities and attractions. They won't guarantee a stress-free visit – but they'll certainly help

Sports Illustrated

On this day in 1964, Sports Illustrated published its first issue. The cover featured Milwaukee Braves player Eddie Mathews at bat and New York Giants catcher Wes Westrum in Milwaukee County Stadium

5 Things to Know Heading into Epcot International Food

There were lots of foodie terms tossed about, such as “raspberry dust,” “julienned pickle garnish” and something called a “glownut.” But here are five facts that are fun to know heading into the event

New Mississippi riverboat American Duchess christened in New Orleans

The company that operates the much-beloved American Queen on Monday officially welcomed a second vessel to the river, American Duchess, with a christening ceremony along the waterfront of New Orleans

10 Great Auto Museums worth a Pit Stop

Whether your dream car’s a record-setting Ferrari or a humble Volkswagen Beetle, you can indulge your motorized fantasy at auto museums across the country

Family Turned Away from Airport Lounge for Wearing Minnie Mouse T-shirts

Emma Raikes was travelling to Disneyworld, Florida with her two-year-old niece, mother and five other family members. Emma’s mother Jane had paid £700 for the group to relax in the lounge ahead of their nine hour and 30 minute international flight

Canadian Rockies: From Rugged Hikes to Upscale Resorts

Canada’s stretch of the Rocky Mountains is an outdoor paradise with something for everyone: upscale resorts surrounded by jagged mountains, isolated hikes offering an escape from urban life and crystal-blue water that dares you to feel the chill

16 Reasons why India Should be your Next Holiday Destination

To mark the 70th anniversary of Indian independence, here are a few good excuses for a visit

Game of Thrones-Themed Festival to be Launched at National Trust Property in Northern Ireland

The one-day festival, taking place on September 24, will be based on the grounds of the 820-acre Castle Ward estate, the National Trust property which filled in for ‘Winterfell’ - the ancestral home of the Stark family for most of season one of the series

These Travel Insurance Apps Could Save Your Summer Vacation

There are a number of travel insurance smartphone apps that allow you to review your policy and contact your company in an emergency

11 of Hong Kong's most Insane Hotel Suites

Hong Kong luxury suites come with extravagances galore: Infinity pools, butlers, private piano concerts. Here are the hotels that offer them

Margaritaville Resort Orlando Aims to Mix It Up with Visitors, Locals

The complex will use its tropical theming to play into the current travel trend of immersive experiences, said Jim Bagley of Encore Capital Management, developer of the $750 million, 300-acre project under construction near the intersection of U.S. Highway 192 and State Road 429 in west Osceola County

Plenty of Legroom on Boeing 777 Tailored for the World's Richest

On commercial airlines today, traveling in coach is a pain, while the wealthy are well looked after in first class. But for the ultrawealthy, there’s a whole other level available

11 Reasons to Put L.A.'s Culver City on Your Must-Visit List

Los Angeles’s Culver City—which celebrates its centennial this year—is probably best known as the home of Sony Pictures, NPR West, and the Helms Bakery complex. But as of late, design-centric businesses like Nike and Apple have moved into town, bringing with them an onslaught of aesthetically minded shops and restaurants

Inside Tahiti's Secret (and Affordable) Accommodations

However, there’s a secret collection of accommodations that boasts many of the same qualities as a luxury hotel at a fraction of the cost. What are these hidden gems?

International Cruise Lines are putting Acapulco in their Itineraries Again

The Mexican port town beset by drug cartel crime last year has rebounded with 32 ships expected to call this year

Ryanair Calls for Airport Crackdown on Alcohol Sales

Europe’s biggest short-haul airline has proposed a ban on early morning sales of alcohol in bars and restaurants, and limiting the number of drinks sold per boarding pass. The call comes after figures showed a spike in alcohol-related arrests at airports or in the air, while a major survey of cabin crew found most had witnessed drunken and disruptive behaviour on board

10 Secrets to Saving Money on UK Rail Fares

UK rail fares are notoriously expensive. Learn some top tips on how to save on train tickets from the Telegraph Travel team with this handy guide

Windstar Delivers on ‘Star Promise’ Travel Agent Initiative

Small ship cruise line Windstar Cruises made a promise to the travel agent community in 2016 with a new program aptly named “Star Promise.” The agent-centric initiative was thoughtfully developed to set Windstar on the course to be the best travel agent partner in the industry for small ship cruising

The Cologne Cathedral

On August 15, 1248, the cornerstone of the Cologne Cathedral was laid. Construction was completed in in 1880, a period of over 600 years

Nepal Floods: Elephants Deployed in Rescue Efforts

Dozens of elephants and rafts have been deployed to rescue nearly 500 people trapped by floods in a popular resort in southern Nepal, officials say

Mexican Authorities Seize Illicit Alcohol in Crackdown at Resorts

Mexican authorities swept through 31 resorts, restaurants and nightclubs in Cancun and Playa del Carmen in recent days, suspending operations at two for unsanitary alcohol and in the process discovered a sketchy manufacturer that was supplying tourist hot spots

Shanghai's Subway Looks to New York, but Not for Everything

Chinese officials are quick to say that New York has a model public transport network, albeit one they aspire to emulate more closely in some respects than others

Explore 6 Premier League Destinations

The 2017-18 Premier League season begins today, with Arsenal taking on Leicester City, and there is a full slate of games throughout the weekend. But the cities that host the 20 teams, spread throughout England, have much more to offer than just soccer

Hotels Find Alternatives to Room Service

Traditional room service is becoming a service fewer travelers are demanding. Instead, they are looking to be able to order food the way they do at home. And hotels are responding by forming partnerships with food-delivery services such as Peapod and Grubhub

Another Norwegian Cruise Line Ship to Get a Deck-Top Race Track

Norwegian Cruise Line on Sunday revealed that its soon-to-debut, Alaska-bound Norwegian Bliss would feature a two-deck-high racing course where passengers compete against each other in electric go-carts — a first for a vessel based in North America

Drink-Fuelled Air Rage still Threatening Safety, say Cabin Crew

A year on from a new code of conduct designed to curb drunkenness on planes, cabin crew report it has had little effect. The Unite union, which represents 30,000 UK cabin crew, says a major survey of members showed more than three quarters had witnessed alcohol-fuelled air rage since the new rules took effect in July 2016

From Canopy Walk to Gator-Filled Waters, this Florida Park Offers Wildlife Aplenty

Sarasota county' 29,000-acre Myakka River State Park boasts birds, reptiles and one of the country' few treetop walks

Is Mallorca Europe's Most Underrated Island for a Walking Holiday?

Mallorca, the largest of the Balearic Islands, gets a bad rap. But the island is also home to some of the most beautiful and historically interesting walking trails in Europe

Take A Little Walk With Me: DCR's Healthy Heart Trails Entice Bodies Into Motion

Truth be told, we weren’t thinking much about fitness when we headed to Sullivan’s in South Boston for the spring ritual of burgers and fries. But the day was so nice that we took a post-lunch stroll out to Castle Island

Spirit Airlines Sued Following Death of 90-year-old Former Baggage Handler

The widow of Nazem Amine, a former baggage handler for Spirit Airlines, has filed a federal lawsuit against the company over an injury her late husband suffered on the job

13 Fun Things to Do in Curaçao Right Now

Conveniently sitting outside the hurricane belt, just 50 miles east of busy Aruba, laid-back Curaçao boasts vibrant architecture and history, multicultural neighborhoods, white sand beaches and iridescent turquoise Caribbean water. Here are 13 of the most fun things to do there

Hawaii Secrets: 6 Spots You've Been Missing

If you’re anything like me, the beach can get a bit boring after a while. So it’s worth digging a bit deeper and discovering some hitherto hidden Hawaiian gems, even if you’re not venturing far from Honolulu. Here are six things to check out when you tire of the sand between your toes

The Secret To Eating On A Cruise Ship

Drinking and dining is big business on the world’s cruise ships, but how do the mountains of provisions in each vessel’s pantries translate to cruise food in 2017?

These Millennial Pink Hotels Are What Vacation Dreams Are Made Of

Rome, Marrakech, and even the South of France have pink palaces that come with luxurious digs

Social Security Act

On August 14, 1935, President Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act to provide a government pension system for the retired

Delta Celebrates Groundbreaking for new $4B Terminal at LaGuardia

Delta is the busiest airline at LaGuardia, operating a domestic hub there. The overhaul will leave it with a rebuilt 37-gate operation in the C and D terminals

Deal Watch: South Pacific Cruises on Sale

It's deal time again at Paul Gauguin Cruises, the one-ship line that specializes in sailings to Tahiti, Bora Bora and other South Pacific islands

This Giant Log Cabin in the Woods is Actually a Hotel

Timber Cove has once again emerged as a retreat – this time for San Francisco’s tech elite, who take the leisurely two and a half hour drive north of the city to unplug

These are the UK's Worst Airports for Delays

Flown easyJet from Gatwick over the past two summers? The chances are your plane took off or landed nearly half-an-hour late. Britain’s tardiest airlines and airports have been named

U by Uniworld: There's Now a Cruise for Millennials and it'll Divide Opinion

Specialising in European river cruises, the trips will take you down the Seine in France, through the Rhine in Germany and down the Danube in Hungary. There are a total of nine options available so far

13 Amazing Things You Didn't Know About Chad

There are niche travel destinations, there are far-out travel destinations, and there are travel destinations which are so beyond the obvious that you have to seek them on a map to check if they really exist. Chad is one of those places

Saudi Arabian Airlines refuses to Fly Passengers who Show Arms or Legs

The restrictions apply to “women exposing legs or arms, or wearing too thin or too tight clothes and men wearing shorts exposing legs” as well as passengers who are barefoot, the airline’s website states

Can a Hidden Underwater City bring Tourists back to Turkey?

Off the coast of the Turkish city of Antalya lies the small uninhabited island of Kekova. The island is perhaps best known for its curious attraction: the remains of a sunken ancient city visible below the waves

The Germy Place On A Plane You Probably Haven't Even Considered

By now you’ve likely seen the slew of horror stories about how tray tables and lavatories are often covered in germs. But tests commissioned by Travel Math revealed there’s one fixture laden with bacteria that you might not have even thought of

Praying for a Good Night's Sleep? These Converted Churches offer Sanctuary

In New England alone, there are at least four churches that have been converted into homes and listed on Airbnb. Looking further afield, travelers can find former churches to book in New York, Chicago, Texas, even as far away as Scotland

Olympic Hot Springs Access Reopens In National Park's Elwha Valley

It’s easy access again to a highly popular Olympic National Park hot springs, as the Boulder Creek Trail and upper portion of Olympic Hot Springs Road in the Elwha Valley re-opened Wednesday

Stanley Park Seawall a Gem for Tourists and Locals Alike

n the 100 years since construction began on the city’s Stanley Park Seawall, the nine-kilometre pathway remains as well-trodden as ever, celebrated by tourists and locals alike as integral to the Vancouver experience and emblematic of the city’s relationship to the natural landscape that surrounds it

30 Things Travelers Should Do Before Turning 30

First, some comforting reassurance to all panicked late 20-somethings fighting off enough unchecked lists already. This isn't really a checklist, and 30 is really just a number. So if you're 72 and don't feel a day over 29 ½, the following naturally applies to you as well

Phnom Penh, Cambodia, Is Asia’s Hot New Stopover City

Once known as the Pearl of Asia for its lovely French colonial architecture then shattered by the Khmer Rouge, more than 40 years on, Cambodia’s capital is in the throes of change

Wandering Walden Pond: A Thoreau-ly Worthwhile Day Trip

Henry David Thoreau went to the woods to get away from it all. Now, two centuries after his birth, half a million curious visitors every year are following in

Trump D.C. Hotel Turns $2 Million Profit in Four Months

Donald Trump’s company turned a $1.97 million profit at its opulent Trump International Hotel so far in 2017, dramatically beating its expectations and giving the first hard numbers to critics who charge that Trump is profiting from his presidency

The Babe Hits 500

On August 11, 1929, Babe Ruth became the first baseball player to hit 500 career home runs with a home run at League Park in Cleveland, Ohio

Windstar Debuts New Land Tours, Added Itineraries, and Adventurous Shore Excursions in Asia

Travelers looking for the perfect mix of casual comfort and outright adventure should look no further than upscale cruise line Windstar Cruises. The 212-guest Star Legend will ply the ancient waterways of Asia in the way that only small ships can

36 Hours in Granada, Spain

Like Agra, India, and the Taj Mahal, the Andalusian city of Granada in southern Spain is so well known for a single monument — the Alhambra, a walled fortress housing magnificent 13th- to 15th-century Moorish palaces and gardens — that the city itself is sometimes overlooked

Patriots Buy Two Boeing 767s, become first NFL Team with Own Planes

The defending Super Bowl champs confirmed the purchase via Twitter with a mock-up image of the planes. “New airkrafts,” the team tweeted, apparently misspelling the word on purpose in reference to Patriots owner Robert Kraft

Cruise giant Carnival Extends Sailings out of Mobile, Ala.

The Miami-based line has exercised an option in its contract with the city to continue sailing out of the Mobile cruise terminal through December 2018. Carnival resumed year-round sailings from the terminal in late 2016 after a five-year absence, becoming the only line offering voyages from Mobile

10 of the Best Lidos in the UK From Saltdean to Stonehaven

This summer was the summer of love (island) – and the summer of lido. Everyone’s diving in, with many lidos having to resort to crowd control barriers outside, such is their popularity

Why You Should Visit Milwaukee

Wisconsin’s largest city welcomes visitors with lake views, stellar food, never-ending brews and a hearty dose of Midwestern niceness

These are the World's most Powerful Second Passports

A second passport from any country in the EU will give you the right to live or work anywhere in the European Union too

Revealed: How the World's 'Nicest' Airline is Most Trusted by Frequent Fliers

Ask people working in the travel industry in the US their preferred carrier and most will point to Southwest Airlines. At a time when British Airways is slashing overheads to help it compete with no-frills rivals, Southwest is courting passengers by seemingly paying attention to the details that matter

Six Cities that are Unexpected Havens for Birdwatching

Even the most time-poor and casual of bird-lovers can spot these avian beauties in the world’s great cities – and enjoy a decent cup of coffee at the same time. All they have to do is look up

8 Ways To Make The Most Of An Airport Layover

While flights with long layovers may be cheaper than a direct flight, travelers delayed in a terminal for hours on end may wonder how to pass the time, or at least make the wait more bearable. For travelers who want to do more than stare at the clock on the wall, consider these tips for making the most of your layover

World's Longest Pedestrian Suspension Bridge Opens in Switzerland, looks Terrifying

Measuring 1,621 feet long, the Charles Kuonen Suspension Bridge is located in southern Switzerland, mere miles from the Italian border. The structure allows hikers and adrenaline junkies alike to appreciate the grandness of the Bernese Alps (a portion of the Swiss Alps) like never before

Sea Princess Cruise Passengers Spend 10 Days in Blackout for Fear of Pirates

1,900 passengers aboard a 104 day cruise around the world got an unsettling surprise after they departed from Sydney, Australia toward Dubai.For ten days, the passengers had to endure a mandatory dusk-to-dawn blackout for fear of pirate attacks

Learning the Ropes with Expert Tree Climber Tim Kovar

Tree climbing is typically regarded as a happy childhood activity. However, one company is helping people of all ages discover, or rediscover, one of life's simple pleasures

Plaza Hotel Accused of Fostering "rape culture" in Lawsuit

Six women have filed suit against the Plaza Hotel for alleged rampant sexual harassment they experienced as current and former employees at the iconic New York establishment, saying "rape culture" is pervasive among workers

Flying with Babies or Small Children? Save a Seat for Sanity.

Tapping into the wisdom of expat parents, who almost always have loved ones situated on other continents and can’t always convince those dear folks to pop over to Nairobi, Tokyo, or Helsinki, we offer tips for getting through even the most difficult flight

Owner Hopes to Remake Resort That Inspired 'Dirty Dancing'

The long-defunct Catskills resort that served as the inspiration for “Dirty Dancing,” the fictional Kellerman’s in which Baby and Johnny had the time of their lives, stands to be reborn after the owner applied for state help to clean up the contaminated ruins

The Capsule Hotel, Sydney

They’ve been big in Japan for decades, but it’s taken until 2017 for the capsule hotel phenomenon to reach Australia. So will these tiny hotels — with their equally tiny tariffs — take off Down Under?

Magellan Sets Sail

On August 10, 1519, five ships under the command of Ferdinand Magellan left Seville seeking a passage through South America to reach India

Chicago O'Hare To Get First Regular Airbus A380 Flights

For the first time, Chicago’s O’Hare airport will have regularly scheduled service on the world’s largest passenger jet. That will come May 8, when British Airways begins using the Airbus A380 for one of its two existing flights between Chicago O’Hare and London Heathrow

Bornholm: Crafts and Sunshine on the Danish Isle

Plant a motley crew of creatives from Copenhagen on a rocky but fertile island in the Baltic Sea and you’ll end up with the kind of artisanal scene currently booming on Bornholm

'It was Like a Mini-Katrina': Shaken New Orleanians Overwhelmed by Saturday's Sudden Flooding

City officials said many neighborhoods saw rainfall amounts with a 1 percent chance of occurring in any given year, a so-called 100-year event

Three Killed In Mexico Cabos Beach Shootout

Prosecutors in Baja California Sur state said tourists sunning themselves on the beach and stunned locals were on hand when the deadly incident jolted Pamilla beach in San Jose del Cabo

Nick Jonas To Play Carnival Cruise Ships

The multi-platinum, Grammy-nominated pop star will be holding concerts aboard the 2,974-passenger Carnival Liberty and 2,758-passenger Carnival Victory on Nov. 17 and 18, respectively, Carnival has announced

Summer Flight Delayed? Don't Assume It's a Storm

High heat and crowded alternative routes, in addition to volatile weather, can make these months tough on airline schedules

Sook Station: The Prison Themed Hostel in Bangkok that turns Travellers into Inmates

At check-in guests have their mugshot taken, are given black and white pyjamas and are assigned with an inmate number instead of a key which gets them in and out of their “cell”

The 12 Most Breathtaking And Secluded Places On Earth

Hordes of selfie-stick-wielding tourists, snaking lines of frustrated cab-hailers, a swift elbow to the gut from the guy angling for a better view of Niagara: It’s enough to drive even the most level-headed traveler mad. Here, 12 secluded places to witness breathtaking beauty… without any other humans in sight

Trump Visits Putting Big Dent In Small Airports' Business

This is high season for small airports that cater to amateur fliers and business clients. But at Solberg-Hunterdon Airport, which averages about 100 combined takeoffs and landings per day, a handful of planes sat idle Monday

Best Belgian brewery tours for beer lovers

Belgian breweries' time-honored methods produce outstanding beer, but they're not always equipped to welcome curious visitors. In fact, most abbeys prohibit guests from entering altogether. But these seven breweries are more than ready to welcome you on your next trip

Tiny Liechtenstein should be Big on your Europe Travel List

There is another sliver of land wedged in the valley below; a nation so small you could pass through at its narrowest point without even knowing. And that would be a crying shame, because the tiny country of Liechtenstein is one of Europe’s most overlooked gems

Airbnb won't Book White Nationalists for Rally

As city leaders worked overtime Monday (Aug. 7) trying to defuse an increasingly tense situation, the room-sharing company Airbnb quietly booted users planning to use the service to find housing in the Virginia city

Disney Completes Track for Slinky Dog Dash at Toy Story Land

As work continues on the new Toy Story Land at Disney's Hollywood Studios, construction crews hit a milestone in the land's signature ride, the Slinky Dog Dash roller coaster

3 New Destination Hotels Open in Malibu

Malibu has long been a place where A-listers have retreated for the weekend to let their hair down and bury their toes in the sand. Now, with not one but three new hotels opening along the Pacific Coast Highway, there are three compelling reasons to make Malibu the go-to spot for your next beach getaway

Revolutionary War Cruise will Sail into History in Virginia and Maryland

American Cruise Line's newest river boat will tell the story of the nation's beginnings with stops at Mt. Vernon, Va., home of George Washington, and Colonial Williamsburg

The First Mass in the Sistine Chapel

On this date in 1483, the first mass was held in the newly constructed Sistine Chapel

Three Killed in Mexico Cabos Beach Shootout

Three men were shot dead Sunday on a busy beach in Mexico's popular Los Cabos international tourist area where organized crime has surged in recent months

'It was Like a Mini-Katrina': Shaken New Orleanians Overwhelmed by Saturday's Sudden Flooding

WWL-TV meteorologist Chris Franklin said that any storm producing more than 2 inches of rain is considered a "heavy" rain event, but what compounded Saturday's storm was the speed with which such a volume of water fell. He called it "extremely rare"

Summer Flight Delayed? Don't Assume it's a Storm

High heat and crowded alternative routes, in addition to volatile weather, can make these months tough on airline schedules

Air France adds Caribbean Route from Atlanta

Air France will add a new route from the United States to the French Caribbean island of Guadeloupe. Air France will launch the service on Nov. 21, operating two flights a week on 170-seat Airbus A320 jets

Nick Jonas to Play Carnival Cruise Ships

The multi-platinum, Grammy-nominated pop star will be holding concerts aboard the 2,758-passenger Carnival Victory and 2,974-passenger Carnival Liberty on Sept. 21 and 22, respectively, Carnival has announced

The 10 Things you Have To Do on a Visit to Amsterdam

From bikes to brown cafés, here's what to see and do on a trip to the Netherlands' capital

Modern Classic or Carbuncle? A Trip Around Britain's most Controversial Village

Unlike the planned towns you see in big North American cities, where identikit skyscrapers rear out of a lattice of plumb-line-straight six-laners, Poundbury is higgledy-piggledy in its road layout and straight-up mad in its architecture

Terme Di Saturnia Is Bound To Be Your New Happy Place

Way out in the Tuscan fields lies a magical little swimming spot that confirms Italy is pretty much a fairytale come true

Trump visits Putting Big Dent in Small Airports' Business

Solberg's is one of two small airports in western New Jersey that are essentially closed down because of federal aviation regulations because they are within 10 miles (16 kilometers) of where Trump is spending 17 days this month at his Bedminster country club. More than a dozen other airports also face restrictions

Best Belgian Brewery Tours for Beer Lovers

Belgian breweries' time-honored methods produce outstanding beer, but they're not always equipped to welcome curious visitors. In fact, most abbeys prohibit guests from entering altogether. But these seven breweries are more than ready to welcome you on your next trip

Tiny Liechtenstein Should be Big on your Europe Travel List

There is another sliver of land wedged in the valley below; a nation so small you could pass through at its narrowest point without even knowing. And that would be a crying shame, because the tiny country of Liechtenstein is one of Europe’s most overlooked gems

Airbnb Won't Book White Nationalists For Rally

As city leaders worked overtime Monday (Aug. 7) trying to defuse an increasingly tense situation, the room-sharing company Airbnb quietly booted users planning to use the service to find housing in the Virginia city

Five Things to Discover in Cocoa Beach

Visitors are drawn like a magnet to the cluster of chain hotels and crass commercialism lining the beach near the pier, including the landmark Ron Jon Surf Shop, its imitators and wannabes. There is more to this sprawling beach town Cocoa Beach than meets the eye

Turbulence Aboard American Airlines Plane Injures 30 Passengers

Violent turbulence rocked an American Airlines flight traveling to the island nation of Trinidad and Tobago Wednesday night, injuring 30 passengers. According to local media, three passengers received further medical treatment at a health facility after the plane landed

10 Incredible Forest Walks to Add to Your Bucket List

Any keen walker will tell you that woods have a special magic. The play of light through the forest canopy in the early morning and evening is often bewitching, while individual tree species from the giant masculine oak to the gentle, feminine ash create an atmosphere all their own

The 9 Most Gorgeous, Secluded And Totally Hidden Beaches In The U.S.

Remember when you were the only one to know about your favorite local sandy spot? Well, word’s gotten out and now it can be hard to spread out your towel without elbowing a tourist. So we hunted down the quietest, most pristine and untouched slices of paradise right here in the U.S.

Madagascar's Heritage Site that Few can Reach

Getting to Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park isn't easy, but those who make the trek are handsomely rewarded

Soaking in the Views (And the Hot Springs) in Banff and Lake Louise

Glorious, rugged, and gorgeous, Banff gets a lot of love. National Geographic Traveler named it one of 21 must-see places to visit in 2017, the only spot in Canada to make the list

Take Detour to a Tale of Murder in Boston

There’s nothing like a high society murder mystery to get people’s attention. “Beacon Hill: The Parkman-Webster Murder and Brahmin Culture” tour is part of Detour’s big spring expansion. Soft launched in San Francisco in 2014, Detour expanded to Chicago, Los Angeles, and New York last fall

Young Girl Falls from Carnival Cruise Balcony, is Airlifted to Florida Hospital

A 3-year-old girl is in stable condition after falling from the balcony of the Carnival cruise ship late last week. The incident took place on Friday afternoon aboard the Carnival Breeze, which was heading back to Galveston, Texas, following a cruise to the Bahamas

'Star Wars' Virtual Reality Experience to Open near Disney Parks this Year

“Star Wars” lovers now have something else to get excited about this holiday season. Disney will be launching its hyper-realistic virtual reality experience near both of its parks – Downtown Disney in Anaheim and Disney Springs in Florida

Four Seasons Surf Club Renews Miami Glamour

Miami's sunshine and good times have drawn visitors back for years, but a new hotel concept hopes to bring back some of the glamour of a bygone era. The recent arrival of Miami's newest hotel, the Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club in the Surfside enclave of North Beach, feels like just what the city needs

La Belle Barge Provides Small-Scale Cruising with a Very French Flavour

There’s a lot of numbers, but no math needed for a six-day cruise along the Burgundy Canal on La Belle Epoque: one hotel barge, 17 meals, 22 wines and 19 cheeses, one hot tub, some mountain bikes and visits to at least a dozen interesting sites

On These Luxe Trains, the Journey Doubles as the Destination

Recent airline blunders have left travelers nostalgic for transportation with a touch more civility. Lucky for them, deluxe trains are laying track around the globe

Five Acre Barn, Leiston, Suffolk: Review

Beyond the old-fashioned facade is a bubbling undercurrent of modernity and progressive ideas. You can find it at Five Acre Barn, a remarkable new place to stay, hidden behind trees and a sea of wildflowers just a few miles from the coast, outside the town of Leiston

This Off-the-Grid Virginia Resort Is the Perfect Place to Stargaze

From the gated entrance, a mountain road leads to Primland, a towering lodge of wood and glass with a silo attached. Inside, twin fireplaces flank a great room beneath a soaring ceiling. Staffers proudly point out the rich woods in beams and walls, all salvaged from old tobacco barns

Tropical Storm Franklin Forms in Western Caribbean, Hurricane Watches Posted for Mexico

The sixth named tropical storm of the season, Franklin, formed early Monday in the western Caribbean Sea. It is now on a definite strengthening trend and could be upgraded to the season’s first hurricane before it makes landfall on the Yucatan peninsula late Monday night

The Secrets of Earning Rewards Travel

Accruing points or miles can save clever shoppers thousands of dollars, but experts warn there are hazards

Pilotless Planes: What you Need to Know

Pilotless passenger aircraft could save the industry, and airline passengers, $35bn (£27bn) a year according to investment bank UBS. However, there are a number of issues to deal with before pilot-free travel is possible

The Purple Heart

On August 7, 1782, General George Washington issued orders to the Continental Army creating the Badge of Military Merit, later better known as "The Purple Heart"

Asbury Park: Where Art, Grit and Local Spirits Mix

Asbury Park embraces the ocean, its salty scent mixed with eau de sunscreen on summer days. The city’s mile-long beach is carpeted by bright towels and canopied by a pageant of umbrellas

Nashville Airport to Land Non-Stop Flight to London, Report Says

As the city's leisure tourism business has boomed, stakeholders including the Nashville Convention and Tourism Corp. and Ryman Hospitality Properties have advocated for the flight

How To Enjoy Long-Haul Quality on Short-Haul British Airways Flights

Once upon a time, in the early 1990s, only one airline offered a cheap (-ish) way to fly from Heathrow to Paris. Not Air France, British Airways or British Midland; it was Aerolineas Argentinas

The Sydney Hotel Where You Can Make-Believe You're in the Wild West

The hand of history hangs heavy in this heritage-listed, 1912 bolthole. Creaky stairs, wood-panelling and retro signage pay homage to the hotel's former incarnation

Disneyland Style Theme Park Worth £3.5 billion is Coming to the UK

A giant theme park to rival Disneyland, with rides, rollercoasters, a theatre, retail and food outlets, hotels and a nightclub, is set to open in Dartford, Kent

In France's Dordogne Region, a Land of Castles and Caves Calls for Deep Exploration

An accident of history and several centuries of stagnant economy had left Sarlat’s center virtually unchanged architecturally since the days of siege engines and knights galloping over drawbridges

Britain's Oldest Roller Coaster is Ready to Ride after a $30 Million Park Makeover

Dreamland’s desire to please is probably best exemplified by the beaming, ’50s-styled teens who scoot around the park offering help, and the information boards by each ride, which contain a solid chunk of well-chosen history

The "Wanderlust Gene"- Is It Real And Do You Have It?

Ever wondered why some people have more of a compulsion to travel than others? Not only travel, but travel to challenging destinations

Now you can go "Into The Lantern"

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to be inside the top of a working lighthouse, the Maine Maritime Museum in Bath would like to show you

This Boeing 787-800 Dreamliner Takes the Selfie to New Heights

All new planes have to go through an endurance test to ensure they’re passenger-ready, which is what a Boeing 787-800 Dreamliner was conducting yesterday. However, the routine test went off the rails – or off the clouds, rather

Exploring Sri Lanka's Life-Giving Mangroves

While the country's pristine beaches, not yet overrun with tourists or towering condos, draw budget and luxury travelers alike from around the world, a different kind of coastal tableau -- shallow, shore-hugging waters where mangrove forests grow -- is not only worth exploring, but a matter of national attention

Saudi Arabia Launches Red Sea Beach Resort Project

The Red Sea project will unlock the potential of 125 miles of spectacular coastline and 50 reef-fringed islands with the development of hotels and luxury residences in a designated tourist zone

Want a Boutique, Budget-Friendly Hotel Option in SoFi? Welcome to the Julia Hotel

The 29-room, budget-friendly, limited-service hotel at 336 Collins Ave. introduces another attractive option to travelers amidst the neighborhood’s smattering of independent boutique hotels

How to Choose the Right Suitcase for Your Travel

Go away for any longer than a few days and you’ll need one companion who causes you the least possible bother: a suitcase

How Grover Cleveland Ruined American Cruises

These days, anyone can hop on a cruise from Miami to Cuba. But if you try to board a ship from Miami to Key West, New York or Charleston, Grover Cleveland will stop you. An 1886 Act permitted only U.S.-flagged vessels to carry travelers between U.S. ports

Norway: The Ultimate Cruise in Europe's most Beautiful Country

Hurtigruten bills its coastal trips as voyages, not cruises. The main entertainment is the spectacular scenery

American Cruise Lines Announces New American Revolution Itinerary

American Cruise Lines, the largest U.S. cruise line, announced it will be adding a new itinerary to its 2018 cruise schedule. The 11-day American Revolution Cruise visits the most historically significant ports along the Chesapeake Bay

Champagne is discovered

"Come quickly, I am drinking the stars!" That little pronouncement, like so many other legends surrounding the Benedictine monk Dom Pierre Pérignon, is a matter of speculation

Federal Agent Accidentally Shoots Self in Heel at Orlando International Airport

A federal agent was struck in the heel while trying to catch their gun after it was knocked out of its holster and discharged Tuesday morning inside Orlando International Airport, police said

36 Hours in Anchorage

Home to the railroad, a ship terminal and what may be the world’s largest seaplane base, Anchorage is a great place to settle in for a weekend and to use as a jumping-off point for adventures near and far

Qatar Airways Ends Bid to Buy Stake in American Airlines

Qatar Airways will drop its bid to acquire a stake in American Airlines, saying on Wednesday that its plan to buy as much as 10% in the USA's biggest airline "no longer meets our objectives."

Why Walking the Cotswold Way is the Ultimate Staycation

Wending through the Cotswold Hills for 102 miles between Chipping Campden and Bath, parts of this footpath have been hiked for generations. When it was elevated to National Trail status in 2007, it received global recognition, government funding, and a series of signposts bearing an acorn symbol

Cruise Line Says Brits Must Oay for Chinese Visa they Could Get for Free

Red tape for travellers is getting ever more tangled, with one shining exception: China is actually loosening its draconian visa rules for tourists. Yet one of the world’s biggest cruise lines told British passengers they did not qualify

For Travelers, Monastery Stays Offer Peace and Quiet, Regardless of Faith

As someone who isn’t religious, doesn’t do yoga and struggles to disconnect and slow down, the concept of just being somewhere solo never really crossed my mind. It took spending a night at Holy Wisdom Monastery, a Benedictine abbey near Madison, Wis., to realize that I had been missing out

Never Mind April in Paris. Autumn in Provence is Perfect

You can keep Paris in April. For me, the allure is Provence in September. Sure, the lavender fields are past their bloom. But the flowers are freshly dried and ready for you to take home in bundles or sachets. The hordes of tourists are gone, and the weather is glorious, mostly sunny with highs in the 70s F (20s C)

Eight Incredible Rail Journeys Through Canada

How about this for a dilemma… you’re crossing the Atlantic to spend time in a country of epic, pristine beauty and want to take a train journey through the stupendously scenic Rocky Mountains. Problem is there are two options

Tenerife Has Got To Be The Most Underrated Island In Europe

The largest of Spain’s Canary Islands, Tenerife has an impressive mashup of personalities. The southwestern coast sparkles with fancy shopping malls, a zesty club scene, mega-resorts and restaurants galore

Take your Traveling for Granted? Meet the People who Can't

A surprising number of Americans avoid traveling. Eleven percent have never stepped foot aboard a plane, the industry association Airlines for America reports. Ever, in their lives. Even with passports now required for travel to Mexico and Canada, 59 percent of Americans don’t have one

For Paris's Immigration Museum, Terrorism Spurs Tourism

After the terrorist attacks of November 2015, attendance dropped at most Paris museums. Not so, however, to the National Museum of the History of Immigration.

National Geographic Quest Sets Sail for Adventure and Exploration in Southeastern Alaska

This week a new ship joined the cold rush to Alaska: Lindblad Expedition's National Geographic Quest set sail for the first time on an eight-day cruise through the Inside Passage. The Quest is one of an increasing number of ships exploring the 49th state

Florida Keys Resort Gives a Hero's Welcome to Military, First Responders

Hawks Cay Resort in the Florida Keys is making a visit extra enticing for past and present members of the military, police officers, firefighters and EMTs with its Heroes Salute program

Great Wolf Offers Sneak Peek of its First Water Park Resort in Illinois

Great Wolf Resorts on Wednesday revealed new details and the first renderings of its water park lodge opening next year near Six Flags Great America in Gurnee. The $60 million-plus project calls for transforming the tropical-themed KeyLime Cove indoor water park resort into the Northwoods-style Great Wolf Lodge Illinois

Pop the Bubbly: This Touring Pizza and Prosecco Festival Is Sure to Be a Slice of Food Heaven

Just because summer is coming to an end doesn't mean outdoor food festivals are finished for the year. In what's a combination for the ages, the Pizza and Prosecco Festival is set to hit the United Kingdom this fall. The carb-filled, bubbly fun arrives in London on November 25, but will be traveling to 24 other major U.K. cities

Uniqlo's Airport Vending Machine will help Correct your Packing Errors

Ever arrive at the airport and only then realise you forgot to pack your coat? Or wished you’d packed a warmer shirt? Japanese retailer Uniqlo’s new vending machines might offer the ideal solution for such dilemmas

Columbus Sets Sail

On this day in 1492, Christopher Columbus set sail from Palos de la Frontera, Spain with three ships: the Nina, the Pinta and the Santa Maria

Europe's Most Remote Hotels

From Italy to Iceland, stylish lodgings in tranquil locations, we rounded up a list of eight secluded hotels in Europe -- some of which require a long journey -- where you won’t have to worry about elbowing your way through crammed streets or fighting over a lounge chair on the beach. Will you go the distance?

Derry City Guide: What To Do On A Weekend In Northern Ireland's Second City

Why go now? Explore a city in the throes of reinvention as Derry bids to become the European Capital of Culture for 2023

Biking across Lake Champlain on an Old Rail Causeway

Abandoned rail lines have been converted into recreation paths all over the United States. But the Island Line Trail in Vermont is unusual

IT Meltdowns, High Prices and Shrinking Legroom – Why Does Anyone Fly with BA?

The latest systems failure has spoiled the start of countless holidays, with angry passengers facing long queues and delayed departures, while others have missed their flights altogether

The Countries with the Most Islands (and the Idyllic Ones you Must Visit)

You can't beat an island holiday for sheer escapism. But which country has the most islands on Earth? And of those islands, which is the perfect place to relax?

Indian Airline Launches Program To Protect Its Solo Female Fliers

The friendly skies are getting friendlier ― and safer ― for some women traveling by themselves. Delhi-based airline Vistara introduced a new program in March aimed at ensuring the comfort and safety of women flying solo

Teen Jumps out of Plane Emergency Door at San Francisco

A 17-year-old boy opened the emergency door of a plane minutes after it landed Tuesday in San Francisco, slid down the wing and jumped onto a tarmac, authorities said

The Everything Guide to Visiting the Eiffel Tower

Picture Paris and you conjure images of the Eiffel Tower soaring above the city. It was only supposed to be a temporary structure, but the wrought-iron icon has become as much part of the fabric as the River Seine

The Best New Cruises for Every Type of Traveler

Say the word “cruise” to novices and you’ll still elicit somewhat of a lukewarm response. But what these naysayers may not realize is that the cruise industry is growing at an astronomical rate, with companies constantly outdoing themselves (and each other) to up the ante with what their ships offer

A Guide to North Fork, the Un-Hamptons Weekend Getaway

The poet Robert Frost was right about forks in the road. The “one less traveled by” can make all the difference. As you near Long Island, you can either turn right for the Hamptons or make a left toward the North Fork

10 Of the Best Things to Do in Pisa

A €30m redevelopment has funded the revamp of many of this walkable Italian city’s main attractions – including its tower – and there are great bars, restaurants and hotels to relax in after the sightseeing

August Route Roundup: Where Cruise Lines are Adding Sailings

New voyages to Cuba, South America and the West Coast of the USA are among new itineraries announced in recent weeks by leading cruise lines

High-End Hotel Contemplated at Event Center

As the Peninsula's economy thrives alongside bustling business growth, San Mateo County officials are looking to upgrade a key event facility that attracts people of all ages and backgrounds

Residents Fuming over Sex-Crazed Hotel Guests

Grannies and other residents of a Lower East Side public-housing building say they’ve been getting an X-rated eyeful since Ian Schrager’s fancy Public hotel opened next door in June — because its guests keep having sex in view of their homes

5 Reasons Why I Invest In Travel, Not Things

My generation is starting to progressively shift towards a different mindset – where experiences matter more than things. The priorities are shifting from collecting things to collecting experiences

NAACP Issues Travel Advisory for Missouri

The NAACP has adopted a travel advisory for Missouri, the first of its kind issued in the organization's 108-year history. The warning to travelers comes after several high-profile police brutality assaults on black residents in the last few years as well as a new “Jim Crow Bill” that makes it harder to sue for discrimination

PT-109

The United States PT-109 was a World War II-era boat used in the Pacific Theater. It was commanded by 26-year-old skipper John F. Kennedy

Hoxton Holidays: Hipster Hotel Launches Ultimate Package Trip for Millennials

The Hoxton Hotel has put together the ultimate package holiday for millennials, allowing you to have three trips in one. The fashionable hotel chain is curating Hoxton Holidays

Passenger 'Assaulted' by Employee at Nice Airport after 13-Hour Easyjet Delay

“After 13 hour delay of an easyJet flight, a Nice Airport employee punches a man with a baby in the face for complaining about the delays” — that was the alarming tweet by Leo Gupta

Poor Locales, Rich Experiences: Traveling with Kids to Developing Countries is Worth the Risk

Traveling in developing nations, where infrastructures, security and economies are in stark contrast to those in the United States, can be some of the richest experiences for children

P and O Becomes First British Cruise Line to Offer Same-Sex Marriages at Sea

The new offering follows a landmark ruling earlier this year that legalised same sex marriages in Bermuda, where seven of P and O’s eight ships, and all three of Cunard's ships are registered

Saudi Arabia Unveils Ambitious Plans For Tourism – But Would You Travel There?

Saudi Arabia has announced plans to create a tourism hotspot nearly twice the size of Wales on its unspoilt Red Sea coastline, in a bid to help double the number of visitors to the Middle Eastern country

Summer Surprises Amid Prague Renewal

Few cities do lazy summers better than Prague. But don’t just stick to the center to make the most of them. Inner suburbs such as Smichov, Karlin, and Vinohrady are reinventing themselves as seasonal hot spots, as are public spaces

Pilot Lands Plane ‘Blind’ after Hail Destroys Nose and Windshield of Aircraft

According to The Telegraph, Akopov had just taken off for Erkan, Cyprus, with 127 passengers on-board when “hailstones the size of golf balls” began battering the AtlasGlobal-operated Airbus A320, damaging the nose and shattering the windshield

Botswana Safari is an Eye-Opener

Botswana is where andBeyond, an international luxury experiential travel company, owns several safari camps and lodges, as well as 25 others throughout Africa

Rare Birds, Wildflowers: Tahoe-area ‘Secret garden’ Opens after Century

Conservation groups bought the land in Lower Carpenter Valley north of Lake Tahoe and are opening it for tours. It contains rare carnivorous plants and threatened birds and serves as a migration corridor for other species

Arianna Huffington’s Advice on How to Get a Decent Sleep on a Long-Haul Flight

Arianna Huffington, co-founder of the Huffington Post, shared her best advice for getting a bit of shut-eye on a plane. And you can bet she has flown a lot

Winter Park's Alfond Inn Makes Magazine's List of Best Hotels in the World

The Alfond Inn, owned by Rollins College, was one of four Florida hotels to be honored. The Alfond nearly topped another of the World’s Best Awards list: It was No. 2 among the top city hotels in the continental United States

The Dirty Dancing Resort Is Real, and Yes, You Can Stay There

Dirty Dancing celebrates its 30th anniversary this August. So why not plan a trip to a resort where nobody puts baby, or any guest, in a corner

Is This Southern City The New Brooklyn?

Save for the Spanish moss draped over the live oak trees and original 22 “square” parks constructed in 1773, the newly polished facades and palpable buzz surrounding today’s Savannah are quite a change from yesteryear

Turnberry Isle Resort Announces Expansion, Renovation

The 300-acre luxury getaway in Aventura is adding a 16-story building of guest rooms and amenities. Existing facilities are also being refurbished. The resort will remain open during construction

New Casino Card lets Players Earn Rewards on Three Cruise Lines

Cruisers who love to hit the ship's casino — and count on scoring rewards when they do — might hit pay dirt with a new program called Casinos at Sea

The Last Diary Entry of Anne Frank

From July 6, 1942 until August 4, 1944, a teenage Jewish girl kept a diary. She was in hiding with her family and others in the Netherlands from Nazis deporting Jews to concentration camps

'Pipe bomber' Stopped at Manchester Airport Let on Plane Two Days Later

A man who tried to smuggle a pipe bomb on to a flight from Manchester to Italy was able to board another plane two days later, a court heard. Nadeem Muhammad, 43, was searched as he attempted to board a flight to Bergamo on 30 January

More Cruises for Millennials

With mixology classes, Cirque du Soleil shows and solo staterooms, cruise lines are attempting to woo 21-to-45-year-old travelers

Airport Checklist: Boarding Pass, ID, Stress

Air travel, once viewed as efficient, exclusive — even glamorous — now sometimes seems like a chore. New York Times journalists crisscrossing the country in recent weeks found ample evidence of the stressed-out state of air travel

Spirit Airlines Flight from Las Vegas Delayed by Naked Passenger

Customers on a Spirit flight from Las Vegas witnessed an unusual scene this weekend after one passenger on the flight allegedly stripped naked during boarding

10 Things to Do in Ho Chi Minh City

The whirlwind formally known as Saigon is a hot, noisy, dynamic city that rarely sleeps, with a complex history and plenty of culture to soak up. Here are 10 ways to make the most of a visit

Aviation Bursting at Seams in Busiest Summer for Airports and Airlines

The busiest-ever summer for holidays abroad is putting unprecedented strain on airlines, airports and passengers, research by The Independent has shown

Could North Korea's abandoned 'Hotel of Doom' Finally Open its Doors?

After decades of delays and embarrassing rumours that the building may not even be structurally sound, there are signs that construction work might once again begin on the vanity project

Grab your Mates and Explore New England's Rich Maritime Tradition

You’ll find lighthouses, sea captains’ homes, shipbuilding centers, historic seafaring villages, trade ports, forts, wharves and more. You probably can’t see it all in a lifetime, but here are some of the highlights of the unofficial New England “Maritime Trail”

Terrifying Waterslide in Spain Takes Riders through a Shark Tank

Siam Park offers a ton of family fun for all ages, including a tremendously long network of waterslides, wave pools, Thai-style cabanas, and a few heart-pumping adrenaline water rides — like the near-vertical Tower of Power slide

The Best Cruises for Health and Wellness

You'll find several lines now integrating a holistic-lifestyle mindset from ship to shore, rolling out more healthful cuisine, Zen-inspired spa suites and health and fitness activities on board, while others are taking spa programming ashore via innovative wellness-themed excursions

Newport, R.I.: Indulge in Luxury Living and the Best of Jazz

If you're looking for a vacation with sights and sounds you won't find elsewhere, Newport, R.I., is hard to beat

Inn-Escapable: Big Sur River Inn

Nestled on the banks of a meandering river, the historic Big Sur River Inn has welcomed visitors since 1934, and the 20-room inn has long been famous as "the place with the chairs in the river" These iconic Adirondack chairs, plunked down smack in the middle of the river are emblematic of the laid-back and rustic charms of this picturesque hotel

Bay Area on a Budget: San Francisco and Napa Valley without the Hefty Price Tag

San Francisco is known as one of the most expensive cities in the country — and many attractions require reservations in advance. But with some careful planning, travelers can experience the world-class cuisine, award-winning wine and breathtaking views without emptying their wallets

Australia’s Best Islands: Lord Howe Island, Fraser Island, Maria Island

Not every island holiday has to be in the tropics, nor do you always need your passport to go. Try these Australian temperate-zone islands where the latitudes and attitudes are distinctly non-troppo

Columbus sights Trinidad

According to legend, on his third voyage to the New World, Columbus vowed that the first land he saw he would name for the Holy Trinity

Destination Unknown: the New Way to Book a Mystery Holiday

The idea is that you choose a type of holiday – city break or backpacking trip – the dates and budget, and srprs.me picks the destination and books flights and accommodation. All you get beforehand is a weather forecast and what time to be at the airport

That North Korea Vacation? It'll Soon Be Out of the Question for Americans

The United States government will soon bar Americans from visiting North Korea, the first time in years that the State Department has moved to block travel to another country

Family Furious after Child with Lice gets them Kicked off Delta Flight

Clay Travis, a lawyer and FOX Sports analyst from Tennessee, took to his blog on July 17 to lament how his entire family was removed from a Delta flight from Paris to Nashville during a layover in Minneapolis after a flight attendant discovered his six-year-old son had lice

Adventure Seekers Set Sights on Wild West Iceland

The formerly off-the-tourist-radar Husafell has begun to attract more foreigners, a perhaps inevitable consequence of the overall boom in tourism Iceland has seen in recent years

Boutique Hotels get Smaller and Smaller

These tiny boutique hotels are providing the intimacy and charm of a bed and breakfast without sacrificing the design aesthetic and food and beverage options that draw travelers

Blockbuster Deal: Delta, Air France, KLM and Virgin Atlantic eye Alliance

Delta Air Lines and partners Air France-KLM and Virgin Atlantic announced a bold business deal Thursday that the carriers hope will strengthen their position in the lucrative trans-Atlantic market

In Ukraine, a Radioactive Nuclear Ghost Town near Chernobyl is a Hot Destination

While Ukraine has its own plethora of domed cathedrals, including monasteries with underground caves, thousands of tourists are trekking to this country for a uniquely Soviet experience

10 Underground Attractions In London You Might Not Have Known About

As London's underground Mail Rail is opened to the public for the first time, we unearth 10 more little-known subterranean attractions in the capital

A Hidden Gem in Vermont, Grand Isle State Park

As dusk falls over Lake Champlain, the sky on a summer night turns blush pink. The sun sets above the trees that cover the lake’s many shores, reflecting oranges and yellows off lakeside homes. This picturesque view is less than a four-hour drive from Boston, making a majestic camping getaway to Vermont perfectly attainable

Southwest Offering Unique Views of Total Solar Eclipse on Select Flights from Denver

Looking to get a closer view of the total solar eclipse coming up in August? On August 21, Southwest Airlines is offering three flights from Denver International Airport to watch the phenomenon

Tired of Being a Grown-Up? Need a Break? Try Adult Summer Camp

Camp Rahh has most of the things you might remember from your youth: bunk beds, campfires, kayaking, paintballing, arts and crafts, archery, yoga, horseback riding, dancing, rock-wall climbing and even sneaking out at night to look at the stars

Always Keep This In Your Shoe When Travelling

Footwear fails cop the blame for many of our travel troubles. So it’s no wonder so many of the reader tips we receive at Escape relate to smart ways to overcome shoe crises

This River is the Hottest Spot to be Right Now

When you’ve done the Danube and meandered down the Mekong, it could be time to set your sights on the Mississippi River. Snaking its way through 10 US states, the world’s fourth-largest river transports cruisers to a bygone era on romantic paddle-wheelers

New Thrill Rides for Independence of the Seas Include a Trampoline Park

Thrill seekers take note: Royal Caribbean International is planning to add a trampoline park, escape rooms and laser tag to its ship Independence of the Seas, which is scheduled to be refurbished

Mandatory Resort Fees Are On The Rise - Again

Mandatory resort fees, tacked onto a hotel bill after an initial price quote - and sometimes even later, - are on the rise again. A total of 1,026 domestic hotels charged a resort fee for the first half of 2017, a 14 percent increase from just six months ago

Can Travel Make You More Creative?

New research suggests travel can increase your levels of creativity and cause an uptick in your mind’s ability to produce positive thoughts, leading you to a happier, more inspired version of you

Bank on Summer Fun at Paris' Rives de Seine park

Opened in April, a stretch of riverbank between Pont Neuf and Pont de Sully has been transformed into a pedestrianised, nature-focused eco zone. It follows on the success of the Left Bank’s riverside revival in 2013 creating a vast, 10-hectare playground, criss-crossed by several bridges

Big Sur's Ventana Resort to Reopen with New Name

Ventana Inn

Miami Incorporated

The City of Miami was incorporated on July 28, 1896. Julia Tuttle, a wealthy widow from Ohio, moved to the southern tip of Florida in 1891 and purchased 640 acres on which to farm

10 Great Last-Minute Vacations This Summer

Think it’s too late to plan a memorable summer vacation? Think again. Here are 10 vacation possibilities for late August, including an African safari, a European cruise and a bike trip through Provence, France

10 New UNESCO World Heritage Sites to Add to your Bucket List

The new UNESCO World Heritage sites announced each year also provide an opportunity to learn about beautiful locations that most of the world has never heard of

Hawaiian: Airbus A321neos will Fly on New Year-Round Routes from West Coast

The Honolulu-based airline says the three new year-round routes will be enabled by the carrier's new Airbus A321neo jets, which are due to begin arriving to the company by the end of the year

Siem Reap City Guide: How to Spend a Sustainable Weekend in North West Cambodia

At long last this city is stepping out from the shadow of the temples of Angkor and into its own light, as a destination for sustainable tourism

Fight Between Pilot and Attendant Delays US Flight for Two Hours

A flight from New York to Portland was delayed by two hours after an argument between a pilot and a flight attendant on board. The row took place on Monday morning before the Delta flight left LaGuardia Airport

How To Travel The World As A Digital Nomad

Despite what you may believe, it is actually entirely possible to live the life of a digital nomad and still get paid. You don’t have to sacrifice travel for work, and plenty of people have figured out how to strike a balance between the two

The Perfect Weekend Break in...Paphos

Paphos has more than risen to its moment in the cultural spotlight, with a host of events from Misia, the soul of fado music, singing in the Ancient Odeon, to the first ever performance staged at Aphrodite’s Rock

This Might be the Creepiest Motel in the World

The Clown Motel in Tonopah, a tiny former mining town halfway between Las Vegas and Reno, is, as its name suggests, home to hundreds of clowns. They decorate the reception, bedrooms, hallways and walls and have been attracting and terrifying tourists around the globe for the past two decades

The Best Things to Do in Coney Island

Coney Island, Brooklyn, is as synonymous with summer as popsicles and fireworks. In southern Brooklyn along the waterfront, this seaside community has always been known as a place for New York City's freaks and weirdos to feel welcome

FBI Investigating Death from Domestic Dispute on Cruise Ship

Princess Cruises said the woman died Tuesday night on the Emerald Princess, which was carrying 3,400 passengers and 1,100 crew members on a weeklong trip that left Sunday from Seattle

Disney allowing Hotel Guests to Skip Check-In Lines

Visitors are able to go directly to their rooms to unpack and unwind — without the traditional stop at the front desk to check in. For room keys, they’ll use the customized MagicBands shipped to their homes after completing a virtual check-in

Rebranding of Public Hotel brings back Part of Famed Name: Ambassador

Journal Hotels, which has restored several properties in Los Angeles, has reimagined the hotel and restored part of its name: Ambassador. But it remains uncertain whether the second reboot will be be the charm for a hotel that's not only off the beaten path, but surrounded by a flush of other small, trendy hotels

United, Frontier Airlines Feuding over Denver Airport and Flyers may Win

United will be pushing back on the encroaching Frontier Airlines, an ultralow-cost rival that's based at the Denver airport and has expansionary ambitions there. Frontier recently said it is adding 21 destinations from the Mile High City, with more to come

Why Your Next Family Vacation Should Be on a Cruise

If you’re looking for a failsafe family vacation and you haven’t been on a cruise lately (or ever), you’ll likely be pleasantly surprised by the family-centric and affordable options that have emerged in recent years

Clever Ways to Get a Free Flight Upgrade, According to a Travel Expert

There are ways to achieve the much-coveted free upgrade, Robin Chiang, the head of KAYAK Australia, told news.com.au. And it could be as easy as being strategic about where you book your economy seat

The de Havilland Comet

July 27, 1949 saw the inaugural flight of the de Havilland Comet, the world's first commercial jet airliner

Take Me Away: Sorrento, Italy's Paradise by the Sea

There's an Italian paradise by the sea that is home to mermaids, volcanoes, limoncello, Greek legends and Italian traditions

Hilton Garden Inn launches a Brand Refresh

Hilton Garden Inn, one of Hilton’s most popular upscale brands, is undergoing a refresh. The changes will focus on four key areas: food and beverage, design, employee training, and marketing

Why the new Scotland Snorkel Trail beats the Great Barrier Reef

You’ll find no blinding sun, beach shacks or bikinis in Scotland, but despite the lack of usual amenities, the new Scottish Snorkel Trail is a bit of a Eureka moment for marine tourism in the Highlands

Why Staycations will always beat Holidays Abroad

Since when did a holiday have to be abroad to count as a vacation? Isn’t the point of a holiday to have a break?

Dubrovnik City Guide: What to Do on a Game of Thrones Inspired Weekend in Croatia's Walled City

With Game of Thrones season seven having kicked off recently, super fans can get the ultimate GoT fix by heading to Dubrovnik, the setting for many of the series' most dramatic moments

National Security Act of 1947

In response to the growing tensions with the USSR during the Cold War, on this date U.S. President Harry S. Truman signed the National Security Act into United States law

Riding the Rails: Touring Rhode Island on a Rail Bike

There’s a new way to ride the rails in Rhode Island: by pedaling a rail bike beside picturesque Narragansett Bay. Rail Explorers opened in Portsmouth in April as part of the Newport and Narragansett Bay Railroad

Why Don't We Ever Talk About The Dark Side Of Traveling?

Acknowledging the fact that traveling can be a very challenging lifestyle doesn’t make us forget how privileged we are

5 Bioluminescent Beaches That Will Blow Your Mind

Our planet is a downright magical place. (This we know.) And there’s no greater natural wonder than its bioluminescent creatures. Here, five enchanting bioluminescent spots to add to your bucket list immediately

TSA: We Never Told United to ban Comic-Con Attendees from Checking their Comics

In a statement obtained by Fox News, United claims to have "misunderstood" the TSA's instructions regarding comics — even though a TSA spokesperson has since claimed that the agency never issued any instructions of the sort

Take a Wildflower Hike Among the Volcanic St. Helens Landscape

Mount Rainier and Mount Baker are famous for their thick blankets of color. But for a different wildflower experience, head to the still-ravaged volcanic slopes of Mount St. Helens

Sudden Closure of Sandals Antigua Resort leaves British Holiday plans in tatters

Sandals has unexpectedly announced its Grande Antigua resort will close for three months, wrecking numerous holiday and wedding plans. The luxury hotel unexpectedly announced that it will shut down for three months, starting from September 2017, leaving numerous holidaymakers with pre-existing bookings in the lurch

JW Marriott Hotel with 516 rooms Planned near Disney World's Epcot

The Orlando area might soon have its second JW Marriott hotel, as developers have filed a plan for a new JW on 10.6 acres near Wyndham’s Bonnet Creek Resort and southeast of Disney World’s Epcot

Norwegian Sun Cruises to Cuba from Port Canaveral now on sale

Norwegian Cruise Line made the announcement they would sail to the island nation from the Orlando area port earlier this month, but the exact itineraries did not open until today

Carnival Cruise Line Brings Back $49 Cruise Deposits

From now until Friday, July 29, 2017, reserve your next cruise on one of Carnival Cruise Line’s award winning cruise ships from just $49 per person

Nasa Plane might Halve the Length of Flights by finally overcoming Sonic Boom

Nasa might be famous for sending rockets up to space quickly. But it could be making your next holiday come more quickly, too. The space agency is working on a new plane, dubbed Concorde 2 by some people, that could solve the problems of super-sonic flight and vastly increase the speed of journeys abroad

Why Planes Get Hot — and How to Stay Cool When They Do

Airplanes rely on different cooling systems, and sometimes switching from one to the other results in overly warm cabins. Here are ways to stay cool

When a Service Animal Has to Go, Airports' Options May Be Wanting

A federal rule requiring relief areas should be a boon for the animals' disabled owners. But disability experts say some facilities are poorly designed

A Maltese Hotel with Baroque Design and Mediterranean Flair

The 13-room Palazzo Consiglia represents the Mediterranean island's varied cultural influences- Roman, Arab, French and British, to name a few. The rooftop freshwater pool is a draw

Delta takes on Boston Rivals with Two New Routes

Delta Air Lines is ramping up its presence in Boston with new routes to Pittsburgh and New Orleans. The new service comes amid heightened competition at Boston’s Logan International Airport, where JetBlue has grown in recent years to become the top carrier

Venice Lido: The Island Reinventing itself as a Sustainable Tourist Destination

It’s a July weekend in Venice. A pine tree leaning at just the right angle is providing helpful shade; the air is heavy with the smell of oleander. I’ve discovered the secret of Venice in the summer – and it’s called the Lido

The 12 Best Places in Britain to take your Family this Summer

School's out for summer, so here's where to spend a day out with the children close to home, from Alton Towers to the London Zoo

Pasadena's Art, Gardens and History make a Good LA Side Trip

Most visitors to Los Angeles head to Hollywood, Venice Beach or Santa Monica. But if you’re in the mood for stunning gardens, first-class art and historic architecture without the crowds and traffic, consider Pasadena

How the Crumbling Haciendas of the Yucatan are Being Reinvented as Ultra-Stylish Hideaways

Of all the old functional buildings turned to leisure – the forts, warehouses and even lighthouses that are now hotels – the haciendas of the Yucatan in Mexico are the most distinctive I have come across. They are a call from another era, hauntingly beautiful

How To Choose The Best Cruise For You

While there are a number of contributing factors associated with this upswing in cruising ― what with an ever-increasing number of cruisers, hundreds of cruise ships and thousands of destinations and itineraries to choose from ― there’s no one size fits all when it comes to choosing the best cruise for you

Discount airline Primera Launches with $99 Fares to Europe

Primera Air will launch with some fares as low as $99 from Boston nonstop to Europe. Service will run from Boston four times a week to Birmingham, England; London-Stansted; and Paris-Charles De Gaulle

Tourist Icons You Won't Recognize In Real Life

It’s not surprising destinations don’t always match up to how they are portrayed on social media, with the report revealing one in three people admit to posting bogus holiday photos. So how do you avoid holiday disappointment?

Universal: Dragon Challenge to be Replaced with New Harry Potter Ride

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter will get a new thrill ride at Universal’s Islands of Adventure, but lose an old one in the process this year. The last day to ride Dragon Challenge will be Sept. 4

'Architecture geeks' Find you Vacation Rentals with Design Appeal

If you’re a traveler who’s into design, you might be looking for more than four walls and a complimentary bottle of water, says Scott Muellner, who co-founded the travel website Plans Matter (plansmatter.com) with his wife, Connie Lindor

Why Spain's Rioja Is the Wine Region to Visit Now

In La Rioja, a small region huddled around the Ebro River Valley in northern Spain, it’s easy to feel a little dazed—and it is not just the un-ending supply of great local wine. It’s also the scenery

World's Busiest Cruise Ports are in Florida

If you are one of the 25 million passengers expected to take a cruise this year, chances are your travels may take you to Florida. Port Miami welcomed 4.8 million passengers last year, making it the busiest port in the world

The 20 Things We Hate Most About Hotels

As a new series of The Hotel Inspector continues on Channel 5, the show's presenter Alex Polizzi and our inimitable columnist Anthony Peregrine reveal their hotel pet hates

This Genius Travel Hack Will Put Your Mind At Ease On Vacation

For some of us, there’s always that one moment of sheer panic during vacation. Luckily, Nicole Dieker at the website Lifehacker came up with the smartest travel tip to put our minds at ease

South African Airways Vacations Offering Big Savings On Air Inclusive-Packages

South African Airways Vacations® (SAA Vacations®) has introduced special savings on two vacation packages for travelers to explore the breath-taking scenery of Cape Town and experience the thrill of an African safari to view the Big Five wildlife

U.S. Fines American, Frontier and Delta for Consumer Rules Violations

Three U.S. airlines have agreed to each pay hundreds of thousands of dollars in fines to resolve government claims that they violated rules aimed at protecting consumers

Silversea Expedition Ship to Explore Pacific Coast of Americas

The luxury cruise operator says the 144-passenger Silver Explorer will travel from Ushuaia, Argentina, near the southern tip of South America, to Vancouver, British Columbia in a series of voyages that focus on discovery and adventure

Flying with Children: Top Tips for Keeping Kids Happy on Flights

Whether you’re travelling for the first time with a newborn or controlling your rabble has simply become unbearable, Kelly has some tips for you. Here’s her (almost) foolproof guide to flying with kids

Top 10: The Best Amalfi Coast Honeymoon Hotels

An insider's guide to the best honeymoon hotels on the Amalfi Coast, including the top places to stay for infinity pools, direct beach access, Michelin-starred restaurants, sumptuous spas and romantic views

Jet2.com is now Charging Passengers for Hand Luggage

It has become increasingly common for airlines to ask people to part with carry-on bags so they can be stored with the checked luggage below. Jet2.com spotted a potential revenue opportunity in this routine and is now charging passengers £2.59 each way to guarantee they can travel with their hand luggage

Exploring the Cute, Cuter, and Cutest Parts of Germany

In what we came to call the “cute-cuter-cutest” route, we started in Wertheim am Main, a, small city at the confluence of the Main and Tauber rivers. Its maze-like medieval town center and landmark castle make it a popular stop on the fast-growing river-cruise circuit

Three Days in Moscow

Moscow, the largest, coldest, northernmost city in Europe, wrapped us up in a big friendly bear hug. People went out of their way to point us in the right direction when we were bewildered by Russian signage

Best Bali Beaches off the Beaten Track

There’s more to Bali beach life than Kuta bars and traffic jams. Sample some of these quieter shores, a reminder that Bali can still be blissful

Wyoming Museum a Tribute to Cowgirls of the West

There's an ace-high spot in the wild and woolly Western town of Cheyenne, Wyo., that pays tribute just to such a gal that's as fine as cream gravy – the Cowgirls of the West Museum

Buckingham Palace Exhibit marks 20 years since Diana's Death

In one of the palace's state rooms, curators have carefully recreated a desk the princess worked at in her sitting room at Kensington Palace, complete with family photos, cherished items and music cassettes

Crave the Quirky? Here are Six Unusual Places to Stay

Unusual accommodations — treehouses, castles, lighthouses and more — are growing in number and popularity, in part because the Internet makes them easier to find. If you’re one of those people, here are six offbeat accommodations that should appeal to you

Explore Polar Regions without Engine Noise on new quiet Hurtigruten Cruise Ship

Antarctica and the Arctic are meant to be peaceful places, but not if you arrive on a rumbling expedition vessel. The Norwegian cruise line aims to change that with a new kind of power

Innovations to Help Speed Up Your Travel Planning

Hotel and car reservations through Amazon's Alexa, speedier Global Entry enrollment, automatic flight check-in and more aim to make travel smoother

'Heaven on Earth:' Helen has a New Hotel offering in Valhalla Resort

Helen's newest place to stay is off the beaten path of tourist traffic, sitting nestled between mountains. A hotel press release states that the resort combines “old world charm and true Southern hospitality.”

Ex-Transportation Secretary: It's Time to Defend US Airlines and Workers

It’s long past time for the U.S. government to stand up for U.S. airlines and workers and stop the subsidies. Proper enforcement would help sustain the long-term future of the international aviation marketplace and meet the original intentions of the Open Skies agreements

Machu Picchu Discovered

On July 24, 1911, American explorer Hiram Bingham discovered the remains of the Incan city Machu Picchu

10 Great Sites for a 'Star Trek' Pilgrimage

Forget the beach. Star Trek fans can venture to the 23rd century for vacation this year. Cities and filming sites are playing up their ties to the science fiction series with tours, displays and festivals

Woodsman's Treehouse Review: Glamping in Style in the Dorset Woods

The busier and more fraught with pressures our lives become, the more elaborate the ways in which we choose to escape. "Relaxing" is no longer in the realm of kicking back by the pool or unwinding with something potent over ice; the more our smartphones buzz and apps ding, the more we desire complete and total release

Ryanair Boss Tells People to "Stop Whinging" or Pay for Seats

Michael O’Leary has told people to “stop whinging” about Ryanair’s seating policy – or pay for a seat.Speaking on Irish radio, he told angry listeners: “Frankly if you’re not happy to pay the €2 to sit beside somebody else, stop complaining"

‘Once Visitors Arrive, it’s Easy to Seduce Them’: Le Havre Celebrates its 500th year

St. Joseph’s Church lords over the bustling port, the busiest in France for shipping-container traffic. It’s hard to believe that this soaring landmark rose from the city’s near-complete devastation during World War II

10 Reasons Why Belgium is Not as Boring as you Think

Yes, today is Belgium’s National Day; far from being a bureaucratic bolthole of a country, squished between the Netherlands and France (with Germany and Luxembourg for extra neighbourly company), it can be an enclave of surprises and even excitements

Introducing Joon, the New Airline for Millennials

Air France is launching a new airline aimed at millennials whose “lifestyles revolve around digital technology”, the carrier has announced. Scheduled to launch this September, Joon will offer an “innovative and offbeat” experience

London Zoo Welcomes a New Kind of Visitor: Robotic Dinosaurs

Visitors will see robotic replicas of Mesozoic-era dinosaurs, including T. Rex and Triceratops, which lived approximately 65 million years ago, at a “time travel safari” exhibit named Zoorassic Park

Traveling with the In-Laws? Five Tips for Easing the Tension

Tension with in-laws, especially during the forced togetherness of travel, is rooted in the obvious, says Karl Pillemer, a professor of human development at Cornell University

The Real Reason San Jose Is The World's Most Elusive Tourist Attraction

Silicon Valley draws me to it like a powerful magnet, with its Mediterranean climate, irresistible culture of innovation and iconic technology brands that have defined a generation

At a Small Brewster Farm, a Chance to Stay Where Your Food is Grown

The Cape is so desirable that it can be hard to find an affordable place to stay for a few days, and many rental properties require a weeklong commitment. Lucas Dinwiddie at Halcyon Farm in Brewster offers something different: A farm stay, minus the actual grueling work of farming

US to Ban Americans from Traveling to North Korea, Sources say

U.S. officials say the Trump administration will ban American citizens from traveling to North Korea following the death of university student Otto Warmbier who passed away after falling into a coma into a North Korean prison

Roadside Attractions: 50 Things to do When Traveling State Road 50

Florida’s highways are rife with roadside attractions dating to pre-Disney days, and State Road 50 has no shortage of destinations worth the drive. The highway stretches 115 miles almost from coast to coast

The Cottage In The Wood, near Keswick, Lake District: Hotel Review

The talented new chef at this restaurant with rooms offers exquisite meals with molecular and new Nordic elements, but the basics are spot on, too. CITW sits on Magic Hill (so named because a downhill slope appears to go uphill due to the surrounding land). It’s a fitting address. This is a cocoon of miraculous comfort and pleasure

20 of the World's Most Spectacular Cruise Holidays

As cruising becomes ever more popular, cruise companies plying both the world’s oceans and its rivers are striving to create more adventurous itineraries that come with bragging rights for passengers aboard their ships

'Meet the Wine Maker Cruises' Launched by Norwegian Cruise Line

When you hear the phrase "wine education," it conjures images of sitting in a tasting room, sampling wine after wine, and pretending you can actually taste those notes of tobacco leaf. But if you take the right cruise, it can also involve tanning on a sun deck and having dinner with world-class wine maker Michael Mondavi

First Battle of Bull Run

On July 21, 1861, near Manassas, Virginia, Union and Confederate forces met in the Battle of Bull Run, the first major land battle of the American Civil War.

36 Hours in Baden-Baden, Germany

Baden-Baden, the historic spa town on the edge of Germany’s Black Forest, has long been a favored destination of the European elite. Napoleon III, Queen Victoria, Victor Hugo, Nikolai Gogol and even Marlene Dietrich all took the waters here

Enhanced Security in Effect on International Flights to USA

Travelers flying to the U.S. from nearly 300 international airports, including those in Mexico and Canada, are now subject to stepped-up security measures that include stricter screening for electronic devices larger than cellphones

'Glamping' Resorts Lure Boomers and Millennials Alike with Four-Star dinners, Private Docks

Vacationers are plunking down thousands of dollars a week to sleep in tents or RVs at luxury “glamping” resorts featuring massive televisions, private docks and farm-to-table dinners, with concierges ready with fishing guides or to rustle up cowboys for horseback rides

In Mexico City, a Child-Friendly Culture that Adults will Love, too

Mexico City is the perfect place to travel with little ones because it’s brimming with great kid-centric activities that adults will love, it has a child-friendly culture and it’s eminently affordable

10 of the Greatest Days Out Less Than an Hour from London

We have picked a clutch of intriguing locations which can be found within an hour's rail ride of a London railway interchange. No changing trains, no hanging around on platforms waiting for a connection. Just a sling-shot of 60 minutes or under

The Truth About Emergencies on Planes

The trill is familiar: “Please listen to the following safety instructions...” But, particularly for frequent fliers, it's tempting not to tune in to the spiel that precedes every flight you will ever take

Taste Some Ales while you Take a Sail on Classic Schooner Zodiac on Bellingham Bay

I’m in the middle of Bellingham Bay on a pristine summer evening and my wandering mind is envisioning a beer float. This is one of the schooner Zodiac’s Ales N’ Sails dinner cruises, so I suppose it’s natural that I have beer on the brain

Don't Eat the Airplane Food, and Other Jet-Set Tips

We're talking to globe-trotters in all of our luxury fields-food, wine, fashion, cars, real estate-to learn about their high-end hacks, tips, and off-the-wall experiences. These are the Distinguished Travel Hackers

Are We Witnessing the Return of the Travel Agent?

There’s a fresh new crop of travel experts—more aptly described as travel designers—who offer resources far beyond the basics of organizing flights, lodging, and tours

Two-fer Deal on Admission to O.C. and Ventura County Fairs

Go to both events when you buy just one ticket. It's a great place to sample the farm-to-table life -- with live animals, rides, music and, of course, food

Tourists to All-Inclusive Resorts in Mexico suspect they were given Tainted Alcohol

A 2015 report from Mexico’s Tax Administration Service found that 43% of all the alcohol consumed in the nation is illegal, produced under unregulated circumstances resulting in potentially dangerous concoctions. The national health authority in Mexico has seized more than 1.4 million gallons of adulterated alcohol since 2010

Bahia Mar Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort undergoes $7 million Makeover Ahead of Boat Show

The redesign of the DoubleTree by Hilton-branded hotel at 801 Seabreeze Blvd., will sport a nautical theme inspired by the area’s boating, marina and beach lifestyle, the project’s interior designer said

7 Things Flight Attendants Notice About You When You Board A Plane

Flight attendants may seem chipper and carefree, but don’t be fooled: While pouring bubbly and chatting with travelers, these trained first responders are also keeping a close watch over the plane for threats, starting the very moment you board

Fun Zones on World's Largest Cruise Ship, Symphony of the Seas, Begin to Take Shape

New photos from the shipyard where the 230,000-ton Royal Caribbean vessel is under construction show work well under way in the outdoor Boardwalk area. The amusement zone will be home to a classic carousel, diner, rock climbing walls, the base of a nine-deck-high slide and more

UK Summer Cruise Deals

It's the time of year when thoughts are firmly focused on summer holidays. There are some sizzling offers out there, so take a look and who knows where you might be heading

One Small Step

On this day in 1969, Neil Armstrong became the first human to walk on the surface of the moon

Alexander Roberts Offers Free Air on Small Ship Cruises around Cuba

Alexander Roberts is offering free roundtrip air to Miami from anywhere in the U.S. for its new circumnavigation cruises to Cuba

Atlasglobal Expanding Route Network across Mediterranean and Beyond

Turkish carrier Atlasglobal is pleased to announce the expansion of its route network, adding multiple destinations across the Mediterranean and Balkan regions, and beyond.

Disney Announces 23 Wild New Developments for its Theme Parks

The "23" in D23 is supposed to stand for 1923, the year that Walt Disney arrived in Hollywood to start the Disney Studios. But at the D23 Expo that just wrapped, the number could have referred to the 23 announcements that The Mouse made for its theme parks

Blockbuster Expansion: Frontier To Add 21 Cities, 85 Routes

Frontier Airlines revealed a massive route expansion Tuesday that the company says will add 21 new destinations and 85 new routes to the carrier’s network. With that, the number of cities on Frontier’s route map will swell to 82 by next summer

Girona City Guide: How to Spend a Weekend in Catalonia's Most Charming City

This summer brings the introduction of several regional departures from Newcastle, Leeds Bradford, Glasgow Prestwick, Liverpool, Birmingham, Edinburgh and East Midlands, in addition to Ryanair’s seasonal schedule of direct flights to Girona airport. Seeing this Catalonian jewel has never been easier

10 Incredible New World Heritage Sites You Must Visit

There is plenty in this latest Unesco mission statement to make people reach for their passports. And the tours below are all routes to glimpsing these new monarchs enthroned

Brittany: the Idyllic Region that Proves Britain and France Have More In Common than You Think

Britain and France disagree about much: snails, Brexit, the legacies of both Napoleon Bonaparte and Johnny Hallyday. But, on the really big issues - liberty, equality, summer holidays – we pull together. And, holiday-wise, we especially agree about Brittany

12 Tricks To Rest, Restore And Grow Your Brain On Vacation

While the wrong type of trip can leave you more stressed and frazzled than before, the right kind has the potential to grow your brain. Here’s how to take (and return from!) a trip that delivers the most mental bang for your buck

Airline Cancellation and On-Time Rates: What to Know About the State of Flying

Delayed flights. Mishandled bags. Poor service. For many people, flying can seem like a hellish ordeal. However, what do the numbers actually show about air travel?

Get a First Look at the 'New' Ritz-Carlton Chicago, $100 Million Later

After 18 months and $100 million, the "new" Ritz-Carlton Chicago debuts this week, capping off the biggest transformation in the history of this elder statesman of the city's luxury hotels

How to Visit Haida Gwaii, Canada’s Final Frontier

In surrounding waters, Haida Gwaii sees 20 kinds of whale, dolphin, and porpoise. The island chain is largely known as the Canadian Galápagos for its wildlife

Heading to Paris? Make a Weekend Trip to Nantes

Once a vibrant port, the eastern French city of Nantes fell into decline in the wake of deindustrialization. But in recent years, the sixth largest urban hub in France has reinvented itself thanks to its high quality of life and dynamic growth

Nine Budget-Friendly Hotels On Beautiful Islands

While you can certainly splurge on that overwater bungalow in that far-flung destination, you need not have deep pockets to find great lodging on some of the world’s most beautiful islands. See for yourself below — and get one step closer to feeling the breeze in your hair and sand between your toes

Inside the Clothing-Optional Resort of your Swinging Dreams

The next frontier for adventurous—yet discerning—travelers? Vacationing in the buff. At least that's what a growing string of nude resorts are betting on. Davy Rothbart ditched his drawers to find out whether there's actually such a thing as high-class nudity

Eat, Pray, Sail? Windstar Pairs James Beard Chefs With Upcoming Cruises

Six upcoming Windstar sailings will feature James Beard award-winning and nominated chefs who will serve up nightly signature items in AmphorA, the main dining room on each yacht

Cruise Ship Smackdown: Disney Fantasy vs. Disney Magic

We're pitting Disney Fantasy and Disney Magic against each other and also seeking suggestions for other vessels that should top our list of the most family-friendly floating resorts

India Launches first Solar-Panelled Train in Bid to Cut Down Diesel Use

India has launched its first solar-powered train, which it is hoped will save around 21,000 litres of diesel a year, as the government attempts to make the country's vast rail network more environmentally friendly

This New App Will Take Away All The Hassle If Your Flight Is Disrupted

A British tech company has developed a smartphone solution for the long queues that are traditionally triggered by an abruptly cancelled flight

The Sinking of the Mary Rose

The Mary Rose was one of the largest ships in the English Tudor navy of King Henry VIII

The Magic Date When Summer Airfares Fall

If you’ve been staying home to avoid peak summer prices, start packing; the cheapest dates for summer fares are just a few weeks away

Michigan's Hottest Destinations Offer Something For Everyone

Spectacular scenery, family-friendly activities, and diversions to entice even the most avid sports enthusiast: That’s just the start of a Michigan vacation

Luxury Line Regent Unveils Another Epic Around-The-World Cruise

Luxury line Regent Seven Seas has announced plans for another epic, around-the-world cruise. The 131-night voyage on Seven Seas Mariner will kick off Jan. 24, 2020 in San Francisco and include stops at 66 ports across six continents

Rail Firms will no Longer Be Able to Pretend Delayed Trains were 'On Time'

No longer will a train that arrives 10 minutes late be classed as “on time”. Britain’s rail firms have agreed to the revolutionary step of counting every delayed train as “late”

Southeastern Railway Museum Plans Major Expansion Project

The Southeastern Railway Museum is planning its largest expansion project since it moved to its current site northeast of Atlanta about two decades ago, officials said

16 Amazing Things You Probably Didn't Know About Poland

In some ways, Poland is a hugely familiar part of our landscape – a large country at the heart of our continent; Europe’s ninth biggest state (bigger than the UK); the far-foraging nation whose language is now the second most spoken in Britain. But how much do we really know about this colossal slab of the European landmass?

Why You Should Go On A Holiday For The Holidays

Why not use your time off work to actually enjoy yourself, and go on holiday for the holidays? Depending on what you’re planning, the sweet spot for booking will vary. Here are five reasons to think about getting away for the season

8 of the Best Resorts in the Seychelles

The Maldives isn't the only spot for Indian Ocean indulgence. The Seychelles -- a string of 115 tropical islands 1,000 miles east of Tanzania -- boasts some of the world's best beaches with a renowned collection of luxurious getaways

NTSB interviews Air Canada Captain over Close Call on SFO Taxiway

Federal investigators say they have interviewed the captain of an Air Canada jet that descended toward a taxiway holding four other planes rather than the assigned runway and narrowly avoided disaster at San Francisco International Airport

10 Things to Do in Havana: Tips from WTTW's Geoffrey Baer

WTTW producer and host Geoffrey Baer got to know Cuba's capital city last year while making the upcoming PBS special "Weekend in Havana," premiering Tuesday. Here is Baer's curated list of 10 things to do in Havana

Tips for Booking a Hotel Online

The keys to your current most effective hotel strategy elements are (1) use a good metasearch system to locate the best deal, then (2) arrange the deal directly through the hotel or its chain website

Flamingos, Whale Sharks, and the Magic of Mexico's Isla Holbox

The hidden treasure in Quintana Roo (the same state Tulum is part of), has long been a well-kept secret of off-the-beaten-path travelers, especially those for whom Gypset Living is something of a life manual

New Hotel Policies Mean a Late Cancellation Will Cost You

Business travel can be unpredictable: Flights can be delayed, meetings rescheduled or assignments changed — sometimes with little notice. But now, those last-minute changes could prove costly as more hotels impose 48-hour minimums for canceling a stay without penalty

Flying Across London – On The New South Bank Zip Wire Ride

From today, and until 1 October, Londoners, holidaymakers, anyone … can hurl themselves off a 35-metre-high tower in SE1, travelling 225 metres in a matter of seconds, and hitting speeds of more than 30mph in the process

Inside Beverly Hills' Ritziest New Hotel

It’s not easy to steal the spotlight in La La Land, but the Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills — a glamorous new build that opened a few weeks ago at a reported cost of $200 million — has done just that

Rome Burns

On July 18, in the year 64 AD, a fire began in the shops and residences surrounding the Circus Maximus in Rome. Because many of the structures were wooden, they quickly caught fire and burned with a fury

Paris for $400? What Money Buys on the New Low-Cost Airlines

Perhaps you’ve been intrigued by the affordable (and in some cases downright cheap) fares being dangled lately by low-cost, long-haul carriers like Norwegian, Level and XL Airways. Let’s take a look at what you can actually get, and when

Ex-Airbnb Host Fined $5,000 for Refusing Asian American Guest

A former Airbnb host who canceled a guest's reservation citing her race, will have to do more than pay a $5,000 fine

Beyond the Robe: New PJ's for Your Hotel Stays

Forget lounging around in your hotel room while donning a bathrobe, the standard in-room amenity at many midlevel and high-end properties. Some hotels want their guests to have pajama parties instead

More Mickey at Sea! Disney Unveils Plans for Another Cruise Ship

Walt Disney Parks and Resorts chairman Bob Chapek on Saturday revealed the four-ship line would add three new vessels by 2023 — one more than previously announced

This Epic Star Wars-Themed Hotel Even Gives You Your Own Storyline

Star Wars fans will soon be able to play their part in an interactive adventure inspired by the film franchise, as a new Star Wars inspired resort has been confirmed by head honchos at Disney

Holidays with Altitude: 30 Alpine Alternatives to Another Boring Beach Break

Alpine resorts, keen to fill beds vacant outside the ski season, have pulled out all the stops to make themselves as enticing in summer as they are under three feet of snow. Today these mountains encompass an al fresco department store of adventures

Don't Let the Mount Vesuvius Fire Put you Off Visiting Naples

Naples has long been a much maligned city, painted by those in other parts of Italy – as well as abroad – as a lawless place that’s best avoided

Budget Airlines 'Could Soon Pay You to Fly with Them'

Flights with budget carriers could get even cheaper after it was predicted that low-cost airlines might stop charging passengers altogether – and instead start paying them to come on board

4 New Rides Coming to Disney World: Ratatouille, Tron, Mickey Mouse, Guardians of the Galaxy

Epcot, which has received little attention while other Walt Disney World parks have benefited from a building spree in the last five years, will get major new rides based on the “Ratatouille” movie and Marvel’s “Guardians of the Galaxy,” plus some other upgrades

Gaylord Palms: ICE Exhibit Will Have Global Celebrations Theme

"Think globally, freeze locally” could be the motto of the 2017 edition of ICE at Gaylord Palms Resort. The theme of its next holiday ice exhibit will be “Christmas Around the World.”

Brussels: The Charming, Quirky Capital You Need to Visit Now

Mainly distinguished by its bureaucratic tone, Brussels may be recognized for its business in the front, but its party-in-the-back attitude is progressively revealing its irreverently charming antics, shedding its serious disposition—and reserved reputation

How to Book Your First Cruise

Tackling a cruise for the first time can seem daunting, with a dizzying assortment of itineraries, companies, destinations, and decks. With this in mind, how can a first-timer plan a foolproof oceangoing vacation?

Second Luxury Hotel Planned for Historic Sanford Building

Revelle is the second hotel developer in recent months with plans to convert an old downtown building into luxury lodging. It’s more good news for Sanford officials, who have long made efforts to lure shops, restaurants and even microbreweries to the city’s historic downtown

What Happens When you Fly Qatar Airways During a Diplomatic Crisis

With the Qatar diplomatic crisis continuing, rumour has it that the capital city’s airport is a ghost town. Should you fly Qatar Airways at the moment? Carla McKirdy hops on board

Disneyland Park Opens

On July 17, 1955 Disneyland opened as America's premiere theme park in Anaheim, California

Everything You Need to Know about Renting a Car Abroad

Car rental in the 21st century is a ferociously competitive industry, which can provide travellers with outstandingly good value. This guide can help you get good value — and avoid the pitfalls

Black Tourist 'Pushed Down Stairs by Airbnb Host' who said 'This is not Africa'

A South African tourist was hospitalised in Amsterdam after she was pushed down a flight of stairs in Amsterdam by her Airbnb host. She was checking out of her Airbnb late when the host lost his temper and threw her down the stairs

Jet Blast Kills Tourist at Airport on Caribbean Island of St. Maarten

A New Zealand woman died after she was slammed by a jet blast on the small Caribbean island of St. Maarten, the first time anyone has been killed in what authorities said Thursday is a popular but dangerous tourist draw

Qatar Airways Offers a Glimpse of the New Laptop Security Regime

Qatar was among nine airlines that the department prohibited in March from allowing electronics larger than cellphones in carry-on bags aboard direct flights to the U.S. The so-called laptop ban was a response to intelligence that suggested terrorists were finding better ways to hide explosives in electronics

The Three Cheapest Countries to Visit Right Now

Mexico, China and Poland are the cheapest places in the world to visit - at least, if you want to eat out three times a day and buy a suitcase full of branded clothes, that is

To Celebrate Bastille Day, Here Are 10 Things you Have to Do On a Trip to Paris

There's more to the City of Light than the obvious attractions. Here are 10 things to do in Paris beyond the Louvre

Ken Burns's 10 Favourite Secret New York Hangouts

My relationship with New York City is unique in that I carry both the pride of a native New Yorker and the freshly minted infatuation of a transplant or visitor. Here are some of my favorite places in the city

15 Ways To Save Money While Traveling

Traveling can be expensive, but with the right strategy you can bring down the cost. Try these 15 tips on your next vacation and your wallet will thank you

Get Through the Airport as Quickly as Possible: 5 Expert Tips

Summer crowds in airports can be ugly, with so many people, so many immoveable lines, so much chaos. Most of us just suck it up, but there are better strategies for navigating terminals quickly, and they’re good year-round

Milan: Italy's Overlooked City is the Crossroads of Art, Fashion and Culture

Milan usually plays second fiddle to Italian vacation destinations such as Florence or Rome. It’s known by most Americans as a center for fashion and industry, but Milan is also a magnificent place to visit with incredible art, museums and attractions

Expedition to the World's Largest Cave

I had applied for a spot on an expedition to Hang Sơn Đoòng; the world’s largest cave. Located deep inside the Phong Nha-Kẻ Bàng National Park in North Central Vietnam, Sơn Đoòng was first discovered in 1991

11 Tips to Get the Most From a Family Cruise

Whether you’ve packed the bags already or you’re dreaming about a future escape, there are lots of things you can do to make the holy grail of family travel even more enjoyable

Heading on Safari? Add a Visit to Namibia to Your Itinerary

Namibia isn’t most travelers’ first African vacation; it tends to be the destination of choice for a savvy third- or fourth-time visitor. But don’t let that stop you if you’re planning a first visit to the continent

'Alexa, Please Book a Hotel Room for Me.' Now, the Virtual Assistant Can

Sure, Alexa looks up things and answers questions for you. But as of Tuesday, you can ask the virtual personal assistant inside Amazon’s Echo to make hotel reservations for you too

Brickell's Conrad is Getting a Renovation after Hotel Sells for $72 Million

The Conrad Brickell Downtown hotel in the iconic Brickell Arch Tower has been sold for $72 million to new owners, one of few hotel sales in the booming downtown corridor in recent years

Why Your Airline Says It's Sorry

Air carriers have become more apologetic in the wake of the viral video spawned by that last episode, but those quick regrets have not led to broad systemic change in policy toward customers

Fill your Cabin with Friends or Family with $99 Fares on Seven-Day Caribbean Cruises

A weeklong cruise in the Caribbean for as little as $99? That's the deal offered by Princess Cruises for third and fourth passengers who share an inside room, balcony room or mini-suite

The Storming of the Bastille

France was on the verge of revolution. The citizenry had become increasingly demanding of King Louis XVI

The Best Luggage We Tested for the Frequent Traveler

We really can’t control how well our luggage works. But if you buy the right piece, it should be the last thing you have to worry about

36 Hours on Shelter Island, N.Y.

Shelter Island, in the language of its original inhabitants, the Manhansets, meant “an island protected by islands.” It lies between the North and South Forks of Long Island. But geological particulars aside, the sentiment and the feeling of protection from overcrowding and rough seas remains to this day

Chicago Airport Security Officers to Shed 'Police' Label After United Airlines Dragging Episode

Under a new “directive,” airport security officers like those who removed the passenger, Dr. David Dao, will be sent onto planes only to respond to a disturbance when Chicago Police requests them

Fourth Annual Romance Travel Forum Closes To Rave Reviews And Increased Business

Romance Travel Forum, an exclusive B2B event focused on destination weddings, honeymoons and other romantic occasions celebrated with travel, recently concluded with glowing reviews, and forecasts for increased business among participants

The Owner of Southern Rail is Spending £13.4m on Improving Services

Go-Ahead, which runs the Thameslink, Southern and Great Northern rail franchise, has agreed with the Department for Transport to spend £13.4m on improving services

The Edward Gorey House on Cape Cod is the Good Kind of Ghastly

The Edward Gorey House, in Yarmouth Port, Mass., is stuffed with references to the author’s illustrated books (for George et al., see “The Gashlycrumb Tinies”) as well as artifacts that offer a cobwebbed window into his world

'Expect More Turbulence': Five Ways Climate Change Will Affect Air Travel

It’s an inconvenient truth that jetting off to foreign shores for your holidays directly contributes to the very climate change that, according to some scientists, could have a considerable impact on aviation

Royal Caribbean Hoping to Discourage Freeloaders with New Booze Policy

According to Cruise Critic, the new beverage policy testing process will be a change from the current unlimited alcohol package, with all adults who are 21-years-old or older who share a stateroom now required to purchase an unlimited package if one adult in their cabin has one

Liquid City: A New York Waterfront Walking Tour

It's easy to forget as you walk along the hard crust of a midtown Manhattan sidewalk, your view hemmed in by mountainous office towers, that New York City is made mostly of water. Drift toward the island's edge, though, where the sun flares on a tranquil, untrafficked expanse, and you see why the city was born and grew up where it did

20 Beautiful Reasons to Visit Montenegro

Montenegro might be small, but this gorgeous nation has a huge array of natural and man-made wonders -- which we're celebrating as the country marks its July 13 statehood day. Once overlooked in favor of more well-known Mediterranean nations, Montenegro is fast gaining a reputation as a great travel destination. It's easy to see why

Last-Ditch Places to Stay to View Next Month's Solar Eclipse

From impromptu campgrounds to exclusive charter flights, there are still a few places from which you can view the Aug. 21 solar eclipse. But the state of Oregon has some concerns about the expected massive influx of tourists

Australian Hotels Southern Ocean Lodge and The Louise in World’s Best According to Travel Leisure

Forget Sydney and Melbourne. South Australia is the “it” destination wowing international travellers. Two SA hotels have been named among the world’s top 100 in new list - the only Australian properties to be included

Quebec's Gaspe Peninsula is Hard to Get to, Easy to Love

The Gaspe (gas-PAY) Peninsula is an extension of Quebec province roughly the size of Belgium that's bordered on the north by the St. Lawrence River and extends into the Gulf of St. Lawrence. It's got coastline, mountains, renowned salmon fishing and trees that turn brilliant colors in October

Abundant Wildlife and No Crowds: A Visit to Zimbabwe's Hwange National Park

Hwange National Park in particular gives you a taste of what game viewing was like before modern tourism sanitized it with tagged animals, radio call-outs, and seven jeeps crowded around one overwhelmed leopard

State Department Spent More Than $15,000 for Rooms at New Trump Hotel in Vancouver

New documents reflect the first-known State Dept. expenditures at a Trump-branded property since President Trump took office. The department redacted many of the details on the invoice from the U.S. Consulate General in Vancouver and declined to provide additional information about the nature of the State Department’s presence at the hotel

President for a Day

As President Ronald Reagan prepared for surgery to remove polyps from his large intestine, Vice-President George Herbert Walker Bush prepared to make history

Royal Caribbean Cruise Ship Receiving Water Slides, Laser Tag, and Other New Features

Royal Caribbean has announced that when Independence of the Seas goes into dry dock in April 2018, the cruise ship will receive a radical bow to stern makeover.

A Spanish Airline’s Unusual Job Requirement: A Pregnancy Test

Expectant mothers are typically advised to avoid flying in their final trimester. But job candidates at one Spanish airline were required to take a pregnancy test before they were even hired

July Roundup: A Look at the Latest Hotel Renovations

Hotels are constantly transforming themselves to keep up with the growing competition. Each month, USA TODAY will take a look at a few of the most notable hotel renovations. Here are the latest ones

Take the Bon Jovi Tour of the Jersey Shore

For our Bon Jovi fans, we'd like to offer a little summertime diversion: a Bon Jovi tour of the Jersey Shore, and a few central Jersey landmarks, where the guys of Bon Jovi tread before superstardom. Plus, places they stop by today, too

CBeebies Land Hotel Review: Inside Alton Towers' Kid-Friendly Hotel

Alton Towers has joined forces with the Beeb to create CBeebies World, a mini theme park within its grounds based on the characters and shows. Now, for those families wanting a fully immersive experience, a fully CBeebies-themed hotel has been built alongside it

The Best Islands in the World, According to Travellers

the 22nd annual awards list revealed that Palawan in the Philippines is the top island in the world for 2017. The ranking is based on the results of a reader survey, in which participants rate their travel experiences. Keep reading to see the 10 best islands in the world, according to travellers

'Greatest Aviation Disaster in History' Averted after Plane's Near-Miss with Four Other Aircraft

One of the "worst aviation disasters in history" was averted last week when an Air Canada plane was prevented at the last minute from landing into four aircraft on a busy taxiway. It is estimated the plane abandoned the landing at 400 feet, missing two aircraft on the ground by about 100 feet

Airport Crews Suspend Strike in New York and Philadephia at 'Last Minute'

Several hundred workers, including baggage handlers, cleaners and customer service agents at three New York-area airports and Philadelphia International Airport have suspended a strike while contract talks continue

SeaWorld Adding Up-Close Tour With Killer Whales

The 45-minute Killer Whale Up-Close Tour, announced Tuesday, includes talks from the park’s whale trainers, face-to-face (but behind glass) meetings with the whales and other interactions

7 Epic Horseback Excursions for the Equine Enthusiast

Whether you’re a seasoned equestrian or a total novice, there’s something undeniably alluring about setting off on horseback. And in a few of the world’s most stunning landscapes, it just happens that the best way to see the sites is with an equine escort

10 Places to Find a Little Peace and Quiet in Paris

When you’re in Paris, you're visiting one of the most exciting and popular destinations in the world. Your feet are tired, and you’re ready for a break. Within nearly every block are lovely little sanctuaries where I can sit and renew myself, away from the mayhem. Here are some of the best quiet spots

Essentials: Cracking the Hard-Shell Question

A new class of double-wheeled spinning roller suitcases make it easier to zip through the airport in style, while not having to worry too much about that duty-free bottle of wine you crammed in right before boarding

New Seabourn Itinerary Explores West Coast of South America

Upscale cruise operator Seabourn is out with a new, 24-night itinerary that takes a deep dive into the region with more than a dozen stops in Ecuador, Peru and Chile. Seabourn only is offering a single sailing of the itinerary for now that kicks off on Nov. 4, 2018. It'll take place on the 450-passenger Seabourn Quest

Mexico Spa Break: Chablé Resort

Mexico’s most enchanting new spa retreat, Chablé Resort

Asia’s 10 Most Underrated Places According To Lonely Planet

If you think you’ve already checked off the best of Asia, think again. Bali, Thailand and Vietnam don’t rate a mention in the latest “Best in Asia” list from Lonely Planet, which highlights the continent’s 10 best destinations to visit over the next 12 months

Fewer Airplanes but More Cruise Ships Going to Cuba after Norwegian Adds Second Vessel

Visiting Cuba by sea is turning into the preferred method for American travelers — at least for now. On Monday, Miami-based Norwegian Cruise Line announced it is adding a second ship for four-day cruises to Havana

Ten Reasons You’re Packing Too Much

Do baggage fees dominate your credit card statements? Does your luggage frequently come apart at the seams? If you’re giving a sombre nod, you’re packing too much and it’s time to lose the dead weight

Alexander Hamilton Dies

Alexander Hamilton was the first Secretary of the Treasury of the United States. A prolific writer, he penned many of the Federalist Papers, long considered a primary source for interpretation of the US. Constitution

Meet Your Next Travel Agent

Unlike big, impersonal online agencies, the best travel agents know a great deal about their clients and their travel choices. Now several new travel companies are creating data-driven, automated agents that rely on users’ personal preferences to make the travel-planning process easier

Hotels Train Workers in the Personal Touch

“Technology cannot hug a repeat guest,” said George Aquino. That is the reason his company, which manages several hotels, has been running a training program for some of its managers and other staff members to improve their hospitality skills, connect with local business leaders and learn more about local tourist offerings

Theme Parks Move to Accommodate Autistic Guests

Children with autism spectrum disorders often develop a special affinity for the films. Like most kids, they also enjoy going to Disney theme parks to meet the characters in person and to enjoy the rides and other activities

Moomintrolls: Inside the World's First Moomin Museum

Outside the hat, it sounds as though bombs are whistling past. I have entered the mysterious world of Moominvalley, home to the Moomintrolls and their gaggle of fantastical friends

Air India Causes Uproar with Switch to Vegetarian-Only Meals

When Air India announced Monday that coach passengers on its domestic flights would now be offered only vegetarian meals, the move provoked an uproar on social media

5 Trips Every Bookworm Should Take

Your favorite thing to do on vacation is read, so why not base a whole trip on your love of books? Luckily you can, by traveling to one of these five bookish destinations.

Minneapolis Airport TSA Reportedly Failed 95 Percent of Security Tests

Airport security screeners at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport reportedly failed 95 percent of security tests conducted earlier this month – an alarming finding at one of the nation’s busiest airports

New Orleans: 10 Must-Do Things

Bourbon Street and nights filled with booze and revelry generally come to most people’s minds when you mention New Orleans. However, New Orleans, lovingly referred to as “NOLA” by the locals, is far more than just its bars and party scene

This New Hotel near Key West is Getting Lots of Buzz — and a Miami Family is Behind It

The Perry Hotel, a new contemporary, maritime-inspired hotel near Key West on Stock Island, is a family project in every sense of the phrase. It’s the first joint, ground-up development in recent years for the Weiser clan, whose history in South Florida’s hospitality industry stretches to the 1970s

This Cheap Household Item is the Ultimate Way to Stay Safe in Hotel Rooms

Staying safe while on holiday is a big concern for most tourists and as a result, there are now hundreds of pricey gadgets that claim to deter would-be thieves and other criminals. But there is one item that seasoned travellers swear by more than any other for keeping them safe — the humble doorstop

200 Years Later, Game-Changing Erie Canal Traffics In Tourists

Many people these days are using the Erie Canal for pleasure, not business — a sea change from the original intent of this historic waterway that altered the face of commerce across New York and the Midwest. The canal is primarily for pleasure craft that glide through stunning countryside

Croatia's Idyllic Island of Losinj Remains off the Radar

It’s not an easy spot to reach, which has enabled the island to maintain its sleepy, seductive nature. And a select, savvy group of travelers has been descending upon the island for generations

With Rretractable Pool and Tao Restaurant, Flashy Dream Hotel Anchors new Hollywood Revival

From top to bottom, the futuristic-looking Dream Hotel tries hard to live up to its name. The centerpiece of a $110-million hospitality complex, it features a front lobby and bar that will open entirely onto the street — providing a new way to enjoy an indoor-outdoor experience in Southern California

New United flights: Missouri's Columbia Airport Prepares for Passenger Surge

More parking spots, indoor seating and security agents are being added in anticipation of thousands more passengers after United Airlines begins a daily flight to Denver International Airport and twice-daily flights to Chicago O'Hare International Airport on Aug 1

Tall Bottle Meets Tall Man: NBA Great Yao Ming Christens Majestic Princess Cruise Ship

For the christening ceremony of the new Majestic Princess cruise ship, Princess Cruises brought a really tall bottle of champagne and a really tall man in the form of former NBA star Yao Ming

Second Norwegian Cruise Ship Going All-Inclusive

Norwegian Cruise Line has announced an enhanced summer 2018 deployment schedule to Alaska and the Caribbean that includes a second cruise ship offering all-inclusive cruises to the Bahamas and Cuba

Mr. President, Chief Justice

On July 11, 1921, William Howard Taft, who had been the 27th President of the United States, was sworn into office as the tenth Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court

A Flight Attendant Smashed Wine Bottles on a Man who Tried to Open the Exit Midair, FBI Says

In a brief statement, Delta confirmed a mid-flight “security incident” but provided no details. A flight attendant and the first passenger who tried to restrain Hudek were both taken to a hospital with “severe facial injuries,” according to the affidavit

Gate delivery Could be Game-Changer for Airports

An app-powered service debuting this week at Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI) allows passengers to order food, drinks and products that are for sale anywhere inside the airport and have the items delivered to them at the gate

This Just Might Be the Most Unusual Way to Cruise the East Coast

If you're like a lot of Americans, you've never heard of Hurtigruten, a coastal and expedition cruise operator that has most of its ships in Norway. But if you're looking for an unusual way to visit multiple cities along the East Coast next year, you just might want to take a look at its latest offering

10 Modern Engineering Marvels Every Traveler Should See

Beaches, national parks or ancient temples be many folks’ idea of an ideal tourism destination, but for others, nothing beats oohing and ahhing over a marvel of modern engineering

Getaway: Mohonk Mountain House

When fall leaves begin to color up in October, everyone it seems wants to head to the Mohonk Mountain House and its gorgeous 1,200-acre grounds. Prices rise, reservations are hard to come by, and the parking lots and trails are jammed with weekend hikers and leaf-chasing sightseers

17 Under-The-Radar Alternatives to Major Tourist Destinations

Sure, a trip to Paris or Rome is nice — but sometimes the best vacations come from traveling off the beaten path. This summer, beat the crowds by heading to lesser-known destinations that are just as stunning as their more popular counterparts

Britain's 20 Best Hidden Beaches

Even at the height of summer, it is possible to find beaches where you will be the only visitor all day. With an adventurous spirit, a map, and some ­local knowledge, a lesser-known wild world awaits

A New Reason to Hit the Road: Companion Car Museums in Swanky Newport

In June, the Newport Car Museum opened in nearby Portsmouth, joining the Audrain Auto Museum, which opened in 2014 on Newport’s famed Bellevue Avenue, in displaying some of the most beautiful cars ever made. And some of the fastest, too

We Dare You to Look Down from this Glass-Bottomed Skywalk

At this park near Chongqing, China, a new skywalk gives nature lovers and tourists a dizzying and terrifying view. The new walkway measures about 120 meters (about 393 feet), making it the longest glass skywalk in the world, the Hindustan Times reported

Luxury Breaks in a Secret Italian Region

Pacitti is a rosy-cheeked shepherd, but not an ordinary one. He's a billionaire, like all his colleagues who inhabit Comino Valley in Ciociaria, a virtually unknown misty patch of fluorescent green land stuck in central wild mountains of Italy

Hitting the Road? Take Along These Apps to Spice Up your Summer Trip

It's July, which means it's time to hit the road. Which means it's time to hit the apps that make hitting the road easier, and more of an adventure

There has Been a Boom in Cruises to Alaska

At least 100,000 people leave Vancouver every month and head for Alaska, but they are not jamming the airports and highways. This bold rush to the cold happens on cruise ships, 2,000 passengers at a time

TSA offers 9 Tips to Avoid Security Checkpoint Hassles

On Friday, the TSA announced that more than 17 million passengers and crew members were screened in late June, a record. With more travelers than ever moving through airport security, TSA officials are offering some basic tips to spare travelers headaches

San Francisco's 9-year Drought of New Hotels Finally Ends

The 159-room Hotel Via, at 138 King St. in Mission Bay, is the first new full-service hotel to open in San Francisco since February 2008, when the 550-room Intercontinental opened next door to Moscone West. It’s the first boutique hotel to premiere since Hotel Vitale across from the Ferry Building was completed in 2005

The Most Luxurious, Romantic Resort Is Not on a Beach

If you want to escape to a luxurious resort with your beloved, you’ll probably start your search somewhere tropical. But one of the most luxurious resorts you can visit for a romantic getaway is actually on a farm, nowhere near the ocean, outside a mid-sized city in Tennessee

Can Turbulence Cause a Plane Crash? Pilot Reveals How a Bumpy Ride Affects YOUR Flight

Whether you’re a calm or nervous flyer, severe turbulence is never pleasant.Many travellers have questioned whether turbulence alone can cause a plane to crash

The Great Fire

Medieval London was a tinder box. Wooden structures and shoddy construction, plus the use of live flame for heat and light made for a combustible mix that often resulted in disaster

Airlines Try Biometric Identification for Boarding and Bags

Two United States air carriers, Delta Air Lines and JetBlue, recently began passenger trials in biometric identification, a technology that verifies a person’s identity through fingerprints, facial features or other physical characteristics

Norwegian adds Europe Flights from Chicago, Austin; fares start at $174 One Way

Norwegian Air already bills itself “world’s fastest-growing airline,” and the European budget airline is backing that up with yet another round of expansion from the United States

Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak to Headline Cruise

Call it the cruise for Apple fans. Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak will headline a voyage to Antarctica in December on luxury line Seabourn's 450-passenger Seabourn Quest

Four Seasons at Ten Trinity Square Review: This Might Just be London's Best Business Hotel

We are so spoiled for magnificent old buildings in London that it’s all too easy for a masterpiece to go unnoticed - as proven to me by the Four Seasons at Ten Trinity Square

Can an American Tourist in London Keep Calm and Carry On After Recent Terrorist Attacks?

After the March knife attack outside Parliament and the Manchester bombing in May, Bernard Donoghue, director of London’s Association of Leading Visitor Attractions, said that the organization noticed a slight dip in visits to central London attractions

Splendid Isolation: 50 Amazing Holidays to Escape the Modern World

Many studies show contact with nature can reduce stress and improve mental health. For a beneficial getaway, visit some of the planet’s truly wild places

Amanzoe, Peloponnese: On the Trail of Literary Legends in the Most Luxurious Hotel in Greece

We were based at Amanzoe, a hotel-resort of fabulously incongruous modernity revealed, after a gruelling journey, with all the force of myth. Amanzoe is as high as high-concept hospitality reaches: the site includes a library

Blink And You'll Miss Buellton, But Here's Why You Don't Want To

Blink and you’ll miss Buellton, Calif., a tiny town a two-hour drive north of Los Angeles. But, if you pull over, you’ll discover a place with a series of quirky, fascinating attractions that take a nice picture and a tasty, if not unexpected, cross-cultural experience

Your Guide to Picnicking in Boston

Boston’s got many swaths of lawn for a casual, outdoor meal — and plenty of places to find perfect to-go picnic provisions. Here are five al fresco picks — for where to plop down your picnic basket, as well as recommendations for where to grab the goodies

In Copenhagen, Life at the Speed of Hygge

Copenhagen is one of the lower key capitals of Europe. But it’s a city one quickly feels at ease in. It’s clean (the harbor is even swimmable), easily navigated, and perfectly accessible on foot and bike

Something New is about to Take Off at Airports: Full-Service Gyms

The first outpost of a company called Roam Fitness is the newest vestige of the hospitality industry’s response to growing demand from stressed-out travelers tired of sitting endlessly on airplanes, in cabs, and through business lunches

Pacific Explorer: 5 Things you Need to Know about P

She’s amazed the world with her athletic talent and her bubbly personality. But young Aussie surfer Sabre Norris was the one who was amazed when she boarded P

4 Top Bali Airbnb holiday Rentals for Families from $200 a Night

Taking the family to Bali is the perfect way to escape the winter blues and it doesn’t have to break the bank. Forget trying to score the best deal on a hotel or resort because Airbnb is the perfect option for finding a place with all the comforts of home plus the luxury of your own villa and pool

The Best Sort of Travel Reminds Us That We're Small

I knew I wanted to bring my kids to the Grand Canyon the first time I laid eyes on it. The site filled me with such an unparalleled mix of awe and perspective that I knew I'd need to share it with the people I planned to love most

A Sushi Crawl Through Vancouver

The playful, anything-goes sushi culture that has been cultivated in Vancouver has allowed invention to thrive. When it comes to unconventional sushi, the city that bred the California roll has hardly rested on its laurels. Here are the best places to experience the uniquely delicious results

Water Ride vs. Roller Coaster: Now You Don’t Have to Choose

Enter the water coaster. These coasters — which have been increasingly cropping up at water parks around the world — combine the hills of a roller coaster with the splashy fun of a water slide. Here is a guide to distinct water coasters that may appeal to slide lovers and roller coaster enthusiasts alike

The Roswell Incident

On July 8, 1947 The Roswell Army Air Field issued an unusual press release indicating that on July 7th, the day before, some of its personnel had located and removed a crashed “flying disc” from a local ranch

36 Hours in Stockholm

Every summer, Stockholmers depart their city en masse. Don’t follow them. Instead take these long days bathed in Nordic light to explore the Swedish capital’s pristine nature

In Milan, Tours for Beer, History and, of Course, Fashion

While “The Last Supper” by Leonardo da Vinci and the Gothic-style Duomo may be Milan’s best-known attractions, several new and innovative tours give travelers additional incentives to linger in town

TSA Precheck Eclipses 5 million Members

The Transportation Security Administration announced Wednesday that 5 million travelers have enrolled Precheck, the expedited screening program. Precheck is one of several programs with a total of more than 10 million members that aim to keep travelers moving briskly through security checkpoints

10 Hotels with Amazing City Skyline Views

Whether you want to find a bit of romance or simply to be humbled by the genius of humanity, a skyline can be an awe-inducing thing of beauty. With that in mind we’ve collected 10 of the top hotels around the world that offer stunning views of skylines

BA Cabin Crew Extend Strike into August

Some cabin crew employed by British Airways at Heathrow will walk out for another two weeks, stretching the long-running dispute into the peak month of August

Why You Should Visit Charleston, West Virginia

A city that has time for you is a win. In Charleston, W.Va., you can park your car all day for $3, catch free live music almost every night and be seated right away — sans reservations — at the city’s best restaurant

Mom Forced To Hold Toddler During Flight After United Sold His Seat

A Hawaii woman says she was forced to hold her son on her lap for a three-hour United Airlines flight last week after the company sold his seat to a standby passenger

Cuba Bringing Back 'love hotels' in an Effort to Discourage Public Sex

According to the BBC, authorities in Havana plan to restore a network of hotels where guests can rent rooms by the hour. Known locally as posadas, the state-run hotels will cost guests about $6.50 for three hours, according to News.com.au

Celebrity Edge - The New Cruise Ship with its own ‘Sinful’ Garden of Eden

The luxe new Celebrity Edge cruise liner already looks set to be one of the most chic destinations on the high seas after it launches next year, now it’s also pitching to be the most entertaining

See Inside the Renovated NOPSI Hotel in New Orleans

After decades in the dark, the regal entrance and corridors of the former NOPSI headquarters at Baronne and Union streets in downtown New Orleans are again open to the public -- this time as the new $33 million NOPSI Hotel

8 Unexpected Wine Destinations Around the World

We know: you love Tuscany, Bordeaux and Napa. Problem is, so does every other oenophile. On your next trip to wine country, head to one of these under-the-radar—and rather unlikely—wine regions instead

Air on Board Cruise Ships 'Is Twice as Bad as at Piccadilly Circus'

Passengers on cruise ships could be exposing themselves to dangerous levels of pollution, according to an investigation by Channel 4’s Dispatches team that found some public areas on the ships’ decks were more polluted than the world’s worst-affected cities

Whistler Culture Tour

True, the classic pub crawl still winds its way through the pedestrian pathways of the village, but if its more high-minded matters you seek, there’s a vibrant cultural crawl that will quench your thirst for local knowledge, history and tradition

14 Of The Best Travel Hacks That Will Make Your Holiday A Breeze

Your flights are booked and you’re counting down the days to your vacation. Before you know it, the time has come to start packing your bags and preparing for your journey… but where to start?

Taking an International Trip? Don't Forget to Do These Things

With Memorial Day in the rearview mirror, summer is hitting its stride, which means that vacation time—for nearly everyone—is here. But before you head to the airport, here are 14 things you should do

The Benjamin Franklin Museum will Give you Insight on a Founding Father. It will Give you Pause as Well

Spend a couple of hours in the Benjamin Franklin Museum, which opened in 1976 and has undergone a major re-imagining, and you may very well add it to your “best of” list

A Man for All Seasons

On July 6, 1535, Sir Thomas More was beheaded when he refused to sign the Act of Supremacy declaring King Henry VIII Supreme Head of the Church of England

The 6 Roller Coasters to Ride This Summer

Coaster-lovers looking for the next thrill can expect something fresh to seek out each year. The rides are an essential part of a park’s lure for returning customers and for new ones drawn to extravagant experiences

Did You Pack Too Much? Your Suitcase Knows

Luggage has been a pretty sleepy product category. The industry’s last major innovation came nearly 50 years ago. Now, suitcases are getting a host of technical features, introduced for the most part by start-up companies and sometimes paid for with crowdfunding

July Route Roundup: Where Airlines are Adding (or Cutting) Service

Airlines constantly tweak their schedules, trying to find profitable new routes or pulling the plug on ones that have underperformed. Airports and communities court these new services. There are dozens of changes to airline routes each month. Here's a look at some of the most interesting

Narcos Fans Can Now Stay in Pablo Escobar's Mansion

Narcos fans can now stay at one of Pablo Escobar’s houses, which has been turned into a 35-room luxury hotel. The mansion in the Mexican beach resort of Tulum sat empty for 14 years before being renovated by Lio Lamca, an art dealer based in New York

World's Most Extreme Tours With Animals

Beyond the traditional African safari, travelers are searching for more fast-paced, challenging and authentic wildlife encounters. These are the rising stars of wildlife travel -- those that push boundaries by plumbing Earth's extremes

Green Vacations: 10 Sustainable Places that Don't Cost the Earth

Travelers are more socially and environmentally conscious than ever, seeking to get away safe in the knowledge they've had minimal impact on the planet's resources. Here are 10 of the best global destinations and experiences where vacations don't cost the Earth

Palawan Island in the Philippines is the Ultimate Island Getaway

There is another hot contender vying for our towels planted along the beach and filling up seats for island-hopping adventures. With more than 7000 islands to explore, the choice can be tough. But on closer inspection, the Philippines’s largest province Palawan proves to be the ultimate winner

What It’s Like to Stay at MACq 01, Australia’s first ‘Storytelling Hotel’

Opened on June 1, MACq 01 is the place to stay in Hobart this winter – or, for locals, at least to pop in for a drink at the Story Bar, which is adorned with front pages of the Mercury from down the years

Get Away From It All In The Lower Keys

Key West-bound island hoppers aside, there are few visitors to the Lower Keys, and that’s the way I like it. Just get off the Overseas Highway and find your lost paradise

Why Algarve, Portugal Should Be On Your Must-Visit List

If you’ve scrolled through Instagram within the last year or so, then you already know that Portugal is the place to go. It has turned up on more must-visit lists lately than nearly anywhere else

From European Roots to American Sensation: This Ellis Island Exhibit Celebrates the Hot Dog and its History

Few foods mean summer more than the hot dog, the subject of a fascinating temporary exhibit at the Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration in New York Harbor. This little bit of heaven on a bun also apparently is close to many Southlanders’ hearts

Virgin Trains and Six Other Companies Agree to Sell Advance Tickets on the Day

Seven rail companies, including Virgin Trains’ east and west coast franchises, have agreed to allow passengers to buy cheaper Advance tickets as close as 10 minutes before their journey starts

July Route Roundup: Where Cruise Lines are Adding Sailings

Cruise lines are constantly tweaking their schedules. Sometimes it's just the addition of a single port to a long-established itinerary. Other times it's the rollout of an all-new route

Celebrity Chefs Bring Their Cuisine to Cruise Ships

In a culinary cruise trend that shows no sign of losing steam, smart cruise lines are vying to outfit their ships with the biggest and best names on the culinary scene, plucking top chefs out from behind popular TV cooking shows, best-selling cookbooks and hot-reservation eateries back on land

Turkish Airlines Boss Claims Istanbul Laptop Ban will be Lifted by US

The US “devices ban” on flights from certain Middle East and North African airlines is unravelling. Chief executive of Turkish Airlines, Bilal Eksi, has tweeted that he expects the ban on larger electronic devices to be lifted for flights from Istanbul imminently

Why Your Feet and Ankles Swell After a Flight

If you’ve ever slipped your shoes off during a long flight, you may have noticed that it's just a little bit harder to squeeze back into them on arrival. It’s also a typically harmless phenomenon

The First Clone

On July 5th, 1996, a female domestic sheep was born, becoming the first mammal cloned from a single cell

10 Things to Do in Cardiff

Cardiff was once one of the largest coal ports in the world. the Welsh capital is perhaps best known around the world these days for being the home of Welsh rugby. However, there is far more to this dynamic city than sport

US Congress is Looking to Pass Legislation Making it Illegal to Squeeze Passengers into Small Airline Seats

The House Transportation Committee has approved a bill which includes an amendment by Congressman Steve Cohen to establish minimum requirements for seat widths, lengths and pitch - the space between rows

Abu Dhabi Airport Now Exempt from US Laptop Ban

The capital of the United Arab Emirates became the first city to be exempt from a U.S. ban on laptop computers being in airplane cabins, the country's flag carrier said Sunday

Six Ways Hotels are Targeting the Millennial Market (and Benefiting us All)

New and older brands are making moves to do away with the beige, interact via apps, double as co-working and social spaces, and score shareable selfie love along the way. While many of the perks and amenities are inspired by research on the group, the properties included below aim to appeal to guests of all ages

10 Reasons Why Bordeaux is France's Greatest City

Forget Paris, Lyon and Marseille – Bordeaux is the French city with everything (and, as of today, it's even easier to get to)

Pack Your Suitcase. You're Going Somewhere You've Never Been.

Many of us are so emotionally unprepared for family holidays and/or vacations that we might as well be un-showered and in old sweats. I’m going to give you a few tips on how to prepare for the summer time spent with your family and make it is as great and connected as it can be, no matter what your situation

4 Theme Parks that Celebrate the Fourth of July with Food, Fun and Fireworks

The average Fourth of July celebration usually involves quality time with family, sparklers, and a healthy serving of Aunt Susie’s potato salad. if you’re craving something different, try taking the family on a relaxing holiday to a theme park, where the whole gang can celebrate the Fourth with rollercoasters, live entertainment and — of course — fireworks

Time Traveling at Europe's Open-Air Museums

One of the great joys of European travel is to journey back in time at one of its many open-air folk museums, mostly located north of the Alps. You’ll find these sprawling collections of historic buildings from Britain to Finland, and from Holland to Switzerland

More than a Port, San Juan Offers Vibrant Dining, Sightseeing

I set off on a walking tour of this city's La Calle Loiza neighborhood. Once a seedy area that few ventured into, it is rapidly blossoming into a Caribbean cousin of Miami's Wynwood Arts District, where colorful murals decorate the facades of once dingy industrial buildings

Top Places to Stay in Canggu, Bali

Canggu is where Michelin-starred chefs open simple warungs, fashion designers open hotels, raw and vegan options dominate menus, and whispers of an Icebergs Beach Club to open in Echo Beach confirm there’s no slowing down for this once-quiet pocket of Bali

Scandinavian Heritage, Quirky Charm Await on Winsome Washington Island

Unlike many island vacation spots, Washington Island — a half-hour ferry ride from Wisconsin's Door County peninsula — takes pride in being quirky

10 Incredible Small Ship Cruise Breaks from Cuba to the Canary Islands

Bigger doesn't always mean better when it comes to cruise ships. Small ships can breeze into little ports and sail along rivers that larger vessels could never reach. Take the plunge and downsize to one of these brilliant boutique cruises

Like its Near Namesake, the African Dream Provides a River Cruise (But with Better Digs)

The African Dream, being built in Harare, Zimbabwe, will host a mere 16 passengers. The itinerary takes guests along the Chobe and Zambezi Rivers through Botswana, Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe

Inside Paris’s Most Elite Hotel: The Newly Renovated Hôtel de Crillon

Stepping into Paris’s newly redesigned Hôtel de Crillon, you may have the distinct feeling of being looked at. For the city’s most elite hotel, which has served as a gilded home away from home for royalty, politicians, and celebrities since 1909, the feeling is intentional

Bad Trip: What Not to Do this Summer

With the busy summer travel season now in full swing, you probably expect the predictable "how to travel this summer" story. Not this year. If the surveys I've seen are to be believed, you're probably staying closer to home, spending a little less but trying to do a little more

The Downing of Iran Air Flight 655

On July 3, 1988, Iran Air Flight 655 was flying to Dubai. Aboard were 290 passengers, including 66 children

A Stylish Retreat in the Heart of Prague

The Boho Hotel, a minute’s walk from the Old Town Square but on a quiet side street, feels a world apart. Its subdued color scheme and Scandinavian-style furnishings contribute to the retreat-like feel

Where the Ping-Pong Scene Never Sleeps

Most major cities have some sort of niche Ping-Pong scene, typically in a clean-cut setting akin. Portland, Ore., is a city that takes its leisure seriously, case in point: Pips

Flying the World's most Affordable Private Jet

With seating for five adults and two kids, the Vision Jet is on the small side as far as private jets go, but still has impressive capability. It has a top speed of 345 miles per hour. Maximum range is 1,380 miles, putting city pairs like Denver to Atlanta within nonstop reach

You Need to Visit these 10 Otherworldly Lakes in Canada

Canada is home to more than two million lakes and contains more lake area than any other country. Which means finding a gorgeous setting to kayak, swim or fish in isn’t difficult. We’ve rounded up 10 of our favorites

Artists Residence Oxfordshire Review: The Hotel Making the Countryside a Little More Louche

Deep in the Oxfordshire countryside, there’s an immediate sense of getting away from it all. And that’s what many Londoners and locals looking for a grown-up night away from the kids have been doing since the Artist Residence group of boutique hotels relaunched this thatched-roofed 16th-century limestone inn

Introducing SpiceJet, the Biggest Airline you've Never Heard of

It has been quite a turnaround for SpiceJet. In December 2014 the low-cost Indian airline was on the brink of collapse following five consecutive years in the red. Since that nadir, however, it’s stock has risen more than 800 per cent, giving it a market value of $1.2 billion (£0.9bn)

This New Hotel Design Concept Blurs The Lines Between Work And Play

As you walk into the 4290 Bistro at the Crowne Plaza Palo Alto, in California’s Silicon Valley, you’ll see a plaque commemorating the property’s place in technology history. Maybe it’s fitting that InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), which now manages the resort, would try to make technology history again by introducing a new kind of room concept called the Plaza Workspace

The German Village that Changed the War

Like many people, I initially visited the German island of Usedom for its sandy beaches, fischbrotchen (a local fish sandwich) and quaint seaside towns, such as Heringsdorf. But between 1936 and 1945, the Nazis occupied one village for a darker purpose

Canals, Macarons, and Lady Liberty in Storybook French Village

The Statue of Liberty, resplendent in her flowing robes and pointed crown, proudly holds her torch above the grassy hump of a humdrum traffic circle, welcoming not the tired, poor and huddled masses but rather tourists yearning for the canals and cafes of a medieval French village

For two Boston Brothers, a Magical Voyage Aboard Hokule'a

You can feel it when you “start to get goosebumps” as one local told me. And Mike Cunningham, a Boston native, surely felt it standing on the roof of Hawaii Yacht Club back in 1976, watching Hokule’a — the double-hulled Polynesian voyaging canoe — from a distance

Japanese Airline Apologizes for Making Handicapped Man Crawl up Stairs

A Japanese airline apologized on Wednesday for forcing a wheelchair-bound man crawl up a flight of stairs to board his flight. Hideto Kijima, 44, said the incident occurred on June 5, during his return trip to Osaka, Japan

Why your Suitcase Wobbles and How to Stop it, According to Physicists

What to do when a wheeled suitcase hits a bump in the road and starts to wobble? Walk a little faster. Yes, this is a question scientists have recently looked into, and they've got a couple pieces of advice for travelers

Pedals Ho! Exploring a New Oregon Trail of Ales

The capital city of Salem has a flashy new bike bridge and its own Ale and Cider Trail to woo cyclists to explore this historic gem on the Willamette River. And it's near the center of the path of totality for the August 2017 solar eclipse

The Reason Why it is Always Freezing on Planes

It doesn’t matter what time of year it is or what tropical destination you are flying to in the world, it’s always winter on a plane. Turns out, there is actually a very important reason why the in-flight temperatures are kept so low in the cabin

Fireworks, as usual, on tap at theme parks for Independence Day

Fireworks are a crowd favorite at Orlando’s theme parks, and that seems destined to intensify as we head into Independence Day. Here is the schedule of the expected pyrotechnics for July 4th. All of the shows are included in regular admission

Naked Sunbathing and Other Naughty Things you Should Never, Ever do on a Ship's Balcony

People whose cabins are above yours or to either side of you can often see, smell and hear what you're up to, even though you're unaware of them. Here are 10 things the website recommends you avoid doing on a balcony

The ‘Proof’ Is In The Cruise Line

Let’s face it: Many guests who vacation on cruise lines like to lift a pint or have a drink or cocktail while escaping the rushing, worried world. But the days of bringing your own on board or stocking up in a foreign port have changed over the years

Gone with the Wind is Published

On June 30, 1936, Margaret Mitchell's Gone with the Wind went to publication and became an almost instant bestseller

The 15 Worst Mistakes You Can Make When Flying

I checked in with some of the smartest travelers I know to get their tips on flying for a business trip. You should heed this advice. These travelers have done the hard work and learned their lessons so that you don’t need to make the same mistakes

Days With the Manta Rays: Where to Learn to Freedive

A growing number of travelers want to master freediving to explore the underwater world. The increase in demand has also prompted the Professional Association of Diving Instructors, or P.A.D.I., to establish a freediver instructor certification program, making freediving a more accessible recreational activity

36 Hours in Bergen, Norway

Many come to Bergen in pursuit of nearby nature, to see the dramatic fjords and waterfalls and misty mountain peaks of Norway’s southwestern coast. But before you are whisked away on a cruise ship or hiking tour, it’s worth exploring the city itself

House Panel Votes to Clip Wings of Future Airline Deals like Norwegian

The low-cost carrier Norwegian Air International might not have won approval to serve the U.S. under legislation a House panel approved Tuesday.The House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee agreed by voice vote to add a provision dealing with foreign airlines to a bill governing the Federal Aviation Administration

Top 10: The Best Bali Honeymoon Hotels

An expert guide to the most romantic honeymoon hotels in Bali, including the best for private plunge pools, infinity pools, bathtubs under the stars, top spas and jungle and ocean views, in locations including Ubud and Uluwatu

14 Reasons Why You Should Visit Zadar, Croatia's Coolest City

Tempted by Croatia this summer? Let us introduce Zadar, and suggest why you might want to give this lesser-known historic port on the Dalmatian coast a try

Ryanair Investigated by BBC over Claims it is Deliberately Separating Families who Refuse Seating Charge

Social media is still awash with Ryanair passengers furious as they believe the airline has separated them from friends and family after they chose not to pay to select their seat. And now the BBC Watchdog series has looked into the claims

Rialto Beach Road to Reopen, Astronomy Sessions set as Olympic National Park marks Birthday

Happy birthday, Olympic National Park. Thursday, June 29, is the 79th anniversary of the day in 1938 that Congress created the park. You can help celebrate with a visit this Independence Day weekend. Here’s the latest roundup of what’s open in the park this summer and what’s not

Honeyboomers: Holidaying Without the Kids is Australia’s Next Big Travel Trend

Growth in couples who holiday without the kids has become so strong they’ve been given their own name — honeyboomers. Not unlike “babymooners”, honeyboomers generally seek to enjoy time alone to work on their relationship while the kids stay at home with relatives

A Woman Threw Coins at her Plane for Luck. One Landed in the Engine and Caused a 5-Hour Delay.

On Tuesday, a China Southern Airlines flight was pushed back after an elderly woman was spotted throwing coins at the plane during the boarding process. One of the coins landed inside the engine, police said

Florida Travel: Lake Placid full of Murals, Caladiums and Clowns

Lake Placid was named after the famous Lake Placid in the New York Adirondack mountains at the suggestion of Dr. Melvil Dewey, namesake of the famed Dewey Decimal System. Apparently, inventing a proprietary library classification system just isn’t enough for some people

Las Vegas' Cosmopolitan Raises Stakes with Million-Dollar Suites

The 21 Boulevard Penthouse suites that now fill those top floors have balconies overlooking the Bellagio fountains and Vegas strip, designs by Adam Tihany, and $56,000 bottles of Louis XIII Black Pearl cognac-and a minimum buy-in of $1 million at the Reserve, the Cosmopolitan's high-roller lounge

A Utah Rafting Trip for the Whole Family and Summer Savings in Europe

Families with young kids may think whitewater rafting isn't a vacation option, but Western River Expeditions offers a trip through southern Utah's Desolation Canyon for families with kids as young as 5

Brand-new Sunset Strip Apartments to Become Deluxe Extended-Stay Hotel

The 190 apartments at 8500 Sunset Blvd. are part of a more than $300-million development covering two blocks on the Strip that is expected to also include a separate trendy hotel called “1,” along with stores and restaurants

Carnival Giving Away $2,600 in Cruise Gift Cards

Carnival Cruise Line is offering the “2017 No Socks Required Sweepstakes” where they will be giving away a total of $2,600 in Carnival gift cards

Regent Seven Seas Explorer: Is This The Most Luxurious Cruise Ship Ever Built?

The big end of town in the cruising world is going gangbusters. All the luxury ocean cruise lines are investing billions of dollars in building new ships. That's on top of the recently launched Seabourn Encore, Regent's Seven Seas Explorer and upcoming Silver Muse

First Globe Theatre Burns Down

On June 29, 1613, the first Globe Theatre burned to the ground. The theatre went up in flames during a performance of Shakespeare's Henry VIII

South African Airways' New State-of-the-Art Airbus A330-300 Operating Daily on Washington, DC Routes

South African Airways (SAA), the national carrier of South Africa and Africa’s most awarded airline has introduced the new Airbus A330-300 on the Washington DC-Dulles to Accra, Ghana route

An Untamed Island Meets Its Match

The rugged nature of Horn Island in the Gulf of Mexico made it Walter Anderson's muse. A few generations after his death, rising seas will likely subsume it whole.From the end of World War II until his death in 1965, Anderson completed thousands of drawings and paintings on Horn

Kimpton, a Boutique Hotel Pioneer, Sets Its Sights on Europe

Bill Kimpton, an investment banker-turned-hotelier, founded Kimpton Hotels and Restaurants in 1981. Mr. Kimpton was a leader in converting old buildings into hotels

A 20-Pound Live Lobster was Found in Luggage at Boston airport

Can you take a live lobster through airport security? Yes, but you have to follow the Transportation Security Administration’s rules on how to do it

Take Me Away: Copenhagen's Fairy Tale Cityscape

It’s home to harbors, herring, Hamlet and Harald Bluetooth. Copenhagen is the capital city of Denmark, and one of the largest cities in Scandinavia. This Nordic city is not only surrounded by the sea, but there are canals running through it

Nine of the Best Festival Cruises, from Shiprocked to Mdrnty

The trend for "festicruises" – curious mash-ups where floating music festivals take place aboard vast, oceanliners – shows no sign of stopping. Here are nine to have on your radar

Kinderdijk Windmills a Must-See on any Trip to Holland

The windmills at Kinderdijk were built in the mid-1700s as a way to clear water from the low-lying landscape of the western Netherlands. The Kinderdijk windmills have since become one of the country’s most popular tourist destinations

Arcosanti: The Commune for Millennial Dreamers in the Middle of the Arizona Desert

Arcosanti finds the magic in urban life by honouring and uplifting its day-to-day environment. Dreamy architecture inspired by the landscape – it’s largely built into a canyon – springs up almost out of nowhere as visitors follow a dirt road from Interstate 17

Alaska Air offers Charter Flight for Solar Eclipse Viewing

Alaska Airlines said Monday it will charter a flight over the Pacific Ocean this Aug. 21 so select passengers can view the astronomical event from the sky. The flight will take off at 7:30 a.m. Pacific from Portland, Oregon and is by invitation-only for about 50 astronomers and serious eclipse chasers

'Why are They Always on Strike?' – and Other Things the World Wants to Know About the French

What does the world really want to know about France? The most frequently Googled questions about the country reveal some obvious queries – as well as a few oddities

Monomoy, Cape Cod's Desert Island

Monomoy Island has been many things over the years: An island, a peninsula, an island again (as storms build and then destroy sand bridges with the mainland), a remote fishing village, a crime scene, a navigation hazard, and a wildlife sanctuary

Fourth of July festivals: 7 Different Ways to Celebrate America

Of course, on the Fourth of July, there will be fireworks, patriotic music, burgers and beer everywhere you go — maybe even a red, white and blue cocktail. But there are also plenty of unique ways to add something new and different to this year’s festivities

VivaColombia Considering Radical 'Standing Room' Seating Alternative to Lower Airfare Costs

A Colombian airline is considering a novel way of making flying even cheaper — by removing seats and making passengers stand up during their flight. It’s not the first time an airline has floated the idea, but low-budget carrier VivaColombia says it was very interested in the radical idea

Unique Boutique: 10 Must-Visit International Hotels

Dare to be different. That seems to be the motto of some of the world’s top boutique hotels. Typically small (less than 100 rooms), upmarket properties in desirable locations, these hotels are growing in popularity

Tasmania’s new Attractions Make it Australia’s Hottest Spot to be this Winter

The idea of a Tasmanian holiday in winter was once worthy of a chuckle. After all, even the locals cleared out in search of warmer climes. But something has changed. The Tasmanian winter in recent years has become awfully desirable for many Australians

Special Cruise to Celebrate Judy Garland, Including an Auction of Some of her Famous Dresses

Film buffs may remember the slender ivory dress mega-star Judy Garland was wearing when she sang "In Your Easter Bonnet" in the film "Easter Parade". Now they'll be able to buy that dress for an estimate $4,000 to $6,000 while cruising the Atlantic on an upcoming Cunard voyage aboard the Queen Mary 2

What it's Really Like to Be a Social Media Couple Traveling the World

In 2015, Australian travel blogging duo Alesha Bradford and Jarryd Salem of NOMADasaurus opened up about the struggles of being a globe-hopping social-media couple. Although Bradford and Salem were shooting up into social media stardom through a blog and Instagram, their relationship was struggling

Treaty of Versailles

On this day in 1919, the governments of Belgium, Britain, France, Italy, the United States, and all allies on one side and Germany and Austria Hungary on the other signed the Treaty of Versailles in Paris

These are the Most Outrageous Travel Fees

The industry has had its hands out a lot more. A recent survey by Sabre, the travel technology company, suggests we want to pay more for travel. We'd gladly shell out extra for upgrades (never mind that everyone should be getting treated well, not just the few who can pay more), onboard food (again, starving your customers is wrong) and legroom (same here)

The Weird, Mystic Pull of Southwest England

Avalon and Tintagel. Believe deeply enough, and they might emerge from the mouth as through an enchantment-induced vapor, as though borne on the breath of a dragon. And, indeed, these two sites in the southwest of England are epic and romantic, the stuff of myth and mystery

Airlines Redesigning Uniforms Find Out How Complicated It Is

Long ago, airline uniforms reflected the glamour of flight. Now, they have to serve more utilitarian needs. Do they reflect the airline’s image? Will they look good on most everyone? And, perhaps most important, are they comfortable?

How to Pack a Suitcase

Packing may seem simple, but it is a science with rules that travelers often learn the hard way over thousands of miles on the road. Doing it strategically can be the difference between a harried vacation with countless detours to local drugstores and a streamlined one with everything you need at your fingertips

15 Things You Have to Do in Milwaukee in the Summer

Lakefront festivals and beach volleyball. Beer gardens and Brewers. It must be summer in Milwaukee. But what to do with the precious few months of warm weather?

Harry Potter: The Ultimate Travel Guide for JK Rowling Fans

While some of us are still awaiting our Hogwarts acceptance letter (it’s coming any day now guys), there are still plenty of opportunities for muggles and squibs alike to enjoy a taste of the wizarding world. Here’s our ultimate travel guide to celebrate all things Potter

The Travel Institute’s ‘Promote Your Professionalism’ Month to Focus on Certification Scholarships, PR Skills

The Travel Institute today announced details of its 4th annual “Promote Your Professionalism” program, a month-long campaign in July created to help travel professionals advance in their careers through greater access to certification training

British Airways Strike: Airline Cancels Dozens of Flights Before Cabin Crew Walkout

Thousands of British Airways passengers are learning that their flights have been cancelled because of the unprecedented 16-day strike by some cabin crew

A Sleepover with a Difference at Elmley National Nature Reserve

I'm staying in The Ferryman's, a brand new shepherd's hut at Elmley, the only National Nature Reserve (NNR) in the country to offer overnight accommodation

This Middle Eastern Airline Wants you to Pay for its Empty Seats

At a time when Ryanair’s booking system is failing to keep groups together, Etihad is looking to give passengers more control over an aircraft’s seating plan (while also, of course, looking to maximise profits)

11 Places You Deserve To See

You have worked hard your whole life. Now it’s time to explore the world and enjoy yourself. Now that you have legitimate reasons to travel, here are some places you truly deserve to see

Clive Palmer’s luxury cruise ship holiday on-board Holland America’s MS Westerdam

What does a $10,000-a-person luxury cruise look like? That’s where you’ll find Australia’s embattled businessman and former politician, Clive Palmer, right now

Hiking and biking County Mayo, Ireland's Wild West

We’d made many visits to County Mayo over the years, and I’d always wanted to climb the mountain but never had. By chance we were staying only a 30-minute drive away on what’s called Reek Sunday, the last Sunday in July, when the pilgrims climb

Cruise smackdown: Harmony of the Seas vs. MSC Meraviglia

Unveiled in May 2016 and May 2017, respectively, Harmony and Meraviglia are representatives of the two biggest classes of cruise ships in existence — Royal Caribbean's Oasis Class and MSC's Meraviglia Class

North Korea 'amazed' by Spanish Beach Resort Known for Drinking Binges, Plans Knock-Off

North Korea plans to create a large beach resort in one of the country's port cities, a knock-off of a Spanish getaway that's a hotspot for drinking tourists, a report said

36 Hours at Eau Palm Beach Resort and Spa

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First Solo Circumnavigation

On June 27, 1898, a 37 feet sloop-rigged fishing boat named Spray sailed into Newport, Rhode Island

How Travel Can Scientifically Change Your Life

This week on the Travelogue podcast, we look at just how scientists and researchers think travel can change our lives as well as how the social and intellectual challenges that come with traveling can strengthen our brains

I flew United's 'Basic Economy' and Discovered a Huge Problem with the Ticket

On a tight travel budget, I was on the hunt for the most affordable ticket with the shortest travel time. After searching my go-to airlines, I begrudgingly went to the website of United, an airline I hadn't flown since 2014

Viking Cruises to offer voyages to Arctic to see Northern Lights

Always wanted to see the Northern Lights? An unusual new series of winter voyages into the Arctic from Viking Cruises will offer the chance

House Bill Would Allow Airlines to Exclude Taxes from Fare Ads

Airlines would no longer have to include taxes when initially advertising their fares, under House legislation a committee will vote on Tuesday. The House has approved similar measures in the past, but the Senate hasn’t acted on them

Peru's New Rainforest Lodge is the Closest You'll Get to Becoming David Attenborough

Set up as a training facility for the “Explorer Guides” employed by Inkaterra – a Peruvian ecotourism company with a portfolio of luxury lodges – Inkaterra Guides Field Station has until now hosted research scientists and volunteers, but not paying guests

This Airline Lets You Pay A Little Extra To Sit Next To An Empty Seat

Etihad Airways lets passengers guarantee the latter with “neighbor-free” seating in economy class, it announced this week. The program lets travelers pay extra to keep the seats surrounding theirs empty

The English Moor Where Wallabies Roam

Many legends emanate from moorlands – those windswept places where, reputedly, strange folk dwell and even stranger things happen

Street Food isn't as Scary on a Guided Food Tour in Hanoi

For someone who would not self-describe as an adventurous eater, the prospect of street food was both exhilarating and frightening. That's why we decided to start our trip with a guided street food tour

Airbnb Said to Ready a Premium Tier to Compete More with Hotels

Airbnb is close to launching a new service that will match guests with quality-inspected home and apartment rentals. The product is intended to attract higher-paying travelers who have yet to use Airbnb because they prefer the amenities guaranteed by fancy hotels

7 Islands Perfect for Day Trips

We all love island getaways, but not everyone wants to plan their entire vacation around a remote resort. Thankfully, there are plenty of islands that make day trips a breeze so that travelers can easily enjoy a day on a secluded beach in the midst of an urban vacation

Joie de Vivre brings a French Effervescence to Uniworld's Seine Cruises from Paris

With its French fabrics, foie gras, daily arrays of local cheeses and hallways dressed in early 1900s caricatures by artist George Goursat (known as Sem), the Joie de Vivre is true to its French intentions

From Loreto, 3 day-trip Adventures in Baja's High Desert

Chances are you'll be luckier than I and you'll get a warm day when you visit the ancient paintings at Baja California's La Trinidad Cave

Comparing On-Property Stays at Legoland Florida

When Legoland Florida opened on the former site of Cypress Gardens in 2011 it didn't have a hotel. Now it has two. Which is the better choice?

Celebrating Canada's past in Kingston, the Birthplace of a Nation

Kingston was the logical place to declare a new nation. It was the first capital of the Province of Canada, a British colony that lasted from 1841 until the birth of the country in 1867

5 Ways to Save On Your Summer Travels

A little money-saving savvy will go a long way. And considering that 74 percent of Americans have gone into debt to pay for a vacation, according to LearnVest, don't miss these five tips

Prowl the Mysterious Gardens of Greystone, a Beverly Hills Mansion and Murder Scene

Its cypress lane, gargoyle fountains, rectangular ponds, and Gothic and neoclassical architectural details make Greystone Mansion a gem. Once there, you’ll be able to walk through a tycoon’s manor with L.A. history and a murder mystery attached

Ich bin ein Berliner

On June 26, 1963, US President John F. Kennedy stood in West Berlin. The Communist government of East Germany had recently erected the Berlin Wall, a barrier to free movement between the East and Western sectors of the city

Windstar Launches New Star Collector Voyages

Small ship cruise line Windstar Cruises has launched a fresh series of back-to-back cruises, where longer and more in-depth voyages from 14 to 34 days feature few repeated ports in the new Star Collector Voyages

Summer, Reimagined — Minus the Gridlock. Five Alternatives

Positano. Vail. St.-Tropez. Yellowstone. There’s one big problem with these vacation hot spots. Everyone knows about them. Here, trendy summer getaways are paired with five less-trafficked spots that echo the allure and offer similar recreation

Qatar Airways Wants to Buy 10% Stake in American Airlines

American Airlines announced Thursday that Qatar Airways intends to buy a 10% stake in the world’s largest carrier, but added the offer was unsolicited and would have to be approved in advance by the board

Fast-growing Viking Cruises Christens Third Ocean Ship

River cruise giant Viking's move into ocean cruising hit another milestone on Thursday as the company christened its third ocean ship, Viking Sky, along the waterfront of Tromso, Norway

Why Flight Attendants Hate Summer the Most

Possibly the only scarier thought than the summer travel season is the Christmas travel season – but no, that comes a distant second. Scantily-clad graduates, unruly families, infrequent travellers, boiling weather, and overworked crews. What could possibly go wrong?

Lot: The Corner of the South-west France the British Haven't Discovered

Let’s put it this way: I don’t wish camper vans to be swept from the face of the earth, merely from wherever I happen to be. Earlier this month, that was in the Lot valley in south-west France, east of Cahors

Finland's Newest National Park

It’s this sense of escapism that will no doubt attract far more visitors to Hossa now that it has just been designated the country’s 40th national park to celebrate Finland’s centennial of independence

Luggage Goes High-tech to Meet Travelers’ Wants and Needs

When does smart luggage become too smart? Turns out, for those on the forefront of the smart luggage industry, it’s more about solving current problems than predicting the future

Join the ‘It’ crowd: Take a tour of Stephen King’s Bangor

“There’s usually more people walking here than at high noon in downtown Bangor,” says Stu Tinker. He would know: full-time for the past seven years, he’s been leading a day tour exploring Stephen King’s “Derry,” his fictional town based on Bangor

Venice by design: As the Biennale shows, this Italian City Offers more than Gondolas

La Biennale de Venezia, the architecture festival that runs from roughly May to November, is a chance to show off design innovations in a country that is all about style. It’s like Burning Man for the black-turtleneck crowd

United Airlines to offer Uno's Deep-Dish Pizza In-Flight

Beginning on July 1, United Airlines will offer economy passengers the option of purchasing an Uno deep-dish personal pizza on select flights departing from the U.S

Cruising the Rivers of Volcano Bay

Give me an old-fashioned lazy river, a place where a man can catch his breath, not hold it. Universal’s Volcano Bay water park has a couple of them that aren’t making big headlines but play key roles in the new attraction

Boston Welcomes 'Yotel': The City's First Micro-Hotel

There is a new hotel in Boston, and it is unlike anything the city has ever seen. Yotel, Boston's first micro-hotel, opened its doors Thursday. Yotel is in in the heart of the Seaport, between the luxury high rises, a buzzing neighborhood and Boston’s tech scene known as the innovation district

Miami Beach may Rebuild Fillmore as Part of New Hotel for Convention Center

After a year of consultant studies and debate over the need for a hotel adjacent to the Miami Beach Convention Center, a committee of elected officials and residents agree that a hotel is necessary. The differences they recommend: The hotel should be shorter than 185 feet and grow to include the stretch of public land between City Hall and Washington Avenue

Canary Islands Holidays: the Best Resort Hotels

An expert guide to the best resort hotels in Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura, Tenerife, Lanzarote, La Gomera and La Palma, including the top places to stay for family-friendly services, infinity pools, golf courses, spas and secluded beaches

Newlyweds who spotted United Plane Fuel leak left Stranded at the Airport

The newlywed couple who reported a fuel leak from the wing of a United Airlines plane last week claim they were abandoned at the airport overnight. Mike and Rachel Brumfield were due to fly from Newark Liberty International Airport to Venice on 13 June, but the pair averted potential disaster by flagging up the fact that fuel was pouring from a tank in the port wing

Patent for "Type-Writer" Granted

Christopher Latham Sholes, Samuel Soule, and Carlos Glidden did not develop the first typewriter - but their design as patented on June 23, 1868 was destined to be the most successfu

American Cruise Lines Successfully Launches American Constitution

American Cruise Lines has announced that American Constitution was successfully launched on Tuesday morning. The ship was launched into the Wicomico River in Salisbury, Maryland

The Truth about Cruise Ship Excursions in Europe

There are excursions heavily promoted on board ships and organised by cruise lines. But when should you book their tours, and when (and how) should you explore independently? To ensure you enjoy affordable and successful days ashore it is essential to do some research before you embark your ship

36 Hours in Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik has long been able to get by on its looks alone. You can now find restaurants serving inspired Dalmatian fare, hipster coffee shops pouring above-average java, and serious cocktail bars that are shaking up quaffable libations. Dubrovnik in 2017 is a feast for more than just the eyes

American Airlines to seek New Uniform Maker after Illness Complaints

American Airlines announced on Wednesday that it will not renew its contract with uniform supplier Twin Hill once the contact expires in 2020

Spectacle on the High Seas: The Best Boat Races in the Caribbean

As thrilling for spectators as it is for the competitive crews, cool parties after hot races are hosted by bars on the beach and seaside resorts. Check out our boat racing calendar and get ready to feel the wind in your sails

Forget Cornwall, why Somerset's the Place to Holiday in 2017

A three-hour drive southwest of London and you’ll find yourself on cowslip-fringed B roads. Somerset is too far to commute from the capital - yet Londoners are moving here in droves

Death of the Boarding Pass? US Airports Expand use of Fingerprint and Facial Recognition Technology

Boarding passes could be consigned to history as airlines use facial recognition and fingerprints to identify passengers at the gate

Carnival Reroutes 3 Cruise Ships in wake of Tropical Storms Bret and Cindy

Carnival Cruise Line was forced to redirect three of its ships in order to avoid rough seas caused by Tropical Storms Bret and Cindy. The three liners — which had set sail from Miami; Galveston, Texas; and New Orleans, La., — were all forced to change their itineraries and avoid scheduled ports because of the storms, reports The Miami Herald

6 Ways to Get the Beach Vacation Experience Without Leaving the Baltimore Area

While Ocean City and other nearby East Coast beaches have a lot going for them, you might be surprised to find how much of what they have to offer can be found right here in Baltimore, or just a short distance away

Tracking Mark Twain by Marks He Left in Nevada and California

Who flies to Reno on a spring evening, rents a car and heads into the mountains with no skis, no mountain bike and a backpack full of books? Me. Why? Because in 1861 a 25-year-old Missouri riverboat pilot named Sam Clemens boarded a stagecoach bound for the same territory

The Most Mystical Places to Visit In the United States

Some places have a certain energy: You feel it the moment you arrive—or, in some cases, the moment you even begin to think about visiting. Below, a look some of the United States’ most mystical places

Four Resorts for a Private Island Vacation

Shared lodging and communal spaces may be trending, but for those seeking more privacy than a “Do Not Disturb” sign offers, a spate of new private island resorts play to castaway-in-comfort fantasies

Orlando City Planners OK Universal’s Plans for Resort at Wet ‘N Wild site

Water slides and wave pools are about to give way to hotel rooms and lounges. Orlando’s city planners gave the OK to transform the old Wet ‘N Wild water park, where Universal plans to build a huge resort

Boeing Admits its 747 'Queen of the Skies' has No Future as Passenger Plane

Boeing finally conceded publicly Tuesday that while the all-cargo model of its 747 jumbo jet will continue to sell, the longtime “Queen of the Skies” has no future as a passenger plane

Ritz-Carlton isn’t all about Hotels Anymore. Now it’s Launching a Cruise Line

In a hospitality industry crossover, the Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company is launching a luxury cruising yacht line scheduled to hit the water in the fourth quarter of 2019, the company announced Thursday

Siren Hotel to open in Wurlitzer Building in November

The Siren Hotel in downtown Detroit's historic Wurlitzer Building will be ready for guests in November, following a $22 million build-out of the 55,000-square-foot space

How to Be Mindful on Vacation

Think of a vacation as a feeling within, rather than a chance to bring your hurried lifestyle to another place

This Italian Airport is Ditching the No Liquids Rule - s long as it's Pesto

Just when you thought the days of merrily stuffing your cabin bag with wine and oil from your holiday were well and truly over, one Italian airport has relaxed its strict liquids regulations – for customers buying local pesto

Trade Announcement from Celestyal Cruises

Celebrating our fourth year of cruise operation in Cuba, Celestyal Cruises is very pleased to share that the company's Cuba cruise program is fully in compliance with the Trump administration changes regarding travel to the island nation

South African Airways Receives "Best Airline Staff in Africa" At The 2017 World Airline Awards

South African Airways (SAA), the national carrier of South Africa, was honored with the “Best Airline Staff in Africa” award at the 2017 World Airline Awards held at the Paris Air Show by British aviation experts Skytrax™.

G.I. Bill Becomes Law

On June 22, 1944, President Franklin Roosevelt signed into law the Servicemen's Readjustment Act of 1944 - better known as the G.I. Bill

How to Survive Airport Security

The unavoidable proceeding of going through airport security is about as pleasurable as a trip to the dentist’s office, and sometimes takes just as long. There are the techniques that have become ingrained in most travelers

And the World's New No.1 Airline for 2017 is ...

Qatar Airways was tabbed as the world's best airline in 2017, according to the annual World Airline Awards published by Skytrax. Qatar’s title continues a back-and-forth battle for No. 1 between it and Gulf rival Emirates, also known for its high-end service and luxurious premium cabins

New Luxury Ship from Seabourn to Sail in Asia

One of the most luxurious new cruise ships on order will spend its initial winter sailing in Asia. Luxury line Seabourn this week revealed the 600-passenger Seabourn Ovation will head to Singapore in late 2018

13 of the UK's Best Beaches, from Cornwall to the Outer Hebrides

The heat is well and truly on. As summer gets underway, you don't need a plane ticket to hit the beach. The Independent's team has picked some of their favourite beaches around the UK

Zaragoza: Goya, tapas in El Tubo and 2,000 years of history

Sure, it may be best known as the halfway point between Madrid and Barcelona. But with its treasure trove of architecture, art (and tapas, too), Zaragoza is worth a closer look

64 Things you Can't Do in Magaluf This Summer

Misbehaving tourists in Magaluf, the Mallorca resort best known for alcohol-fuelled debauchery, could be fined up to €3,000 (£2,640) if they fall foul of an extensive set of rules unveiled by the local council this week

The Most Luxurious (but Sneakily Affordable) Vacation Spots Across The Globe

A trip abroad doesn’t necessarily mean you have to cut the luxe out of your stay. These ten destinations are proof that you can have your opulent vacation cake and eat it, too

If you’re 62 or Older, you’ll want to jump on this National-Park Pass Deal

The lifetime pass, soon to increase in price from $10 to $80, gets the bearer in free to sites ranging from Mount Rainier to the Snow Lake trailhead, providing access to more than 2,000 recreation sites managed by six federal agencies

In Phoenix, It's too Hot for Some Planes to Fly

Airlines canceled flights in Phoenix and doctors urged people to be careful around concrete, playground equipment and vehicle interiors Monday as a punishing heat wave threatens to bring temperatures approaching 120 degrees to parts of the Southwestern U.S

Cunard Queen Victoria Cruise Ship Emerges from Overhaul

Two of Cunard's three sister cruise ships are now sporting makeover as Queen Victoria emerged from a $40 million overhaul this month. The ship, which is the smallest of three vessels in the Cunard line, spent more than a month at the Fincantieri shipyard in Palermo in Italy

The Best Way to See Mykonos? Eat and Drink Everything in Sight

Some vacations are the kind where you board a plane armed with guidebooks, maps, and an itinerary chock-full of museums, churches, ruins, walking tours, and other must-see-wonders-of-the-world to cross off your to-do list. The tiny Greek island of Mykonos is not that kind of vacation

Suite Spot: Mountain Modern Motel, Jackson Hole, Wyo.

Just in time for summer adventures in and around Jackson Hole, Wyo., the Mountain Modern Motel debuted Memorial Day weekend with a splash ... of red buffalo plaid and other playful decor

Derby-based Bombardier beats German rival to £900m Train Contract

British industry has received a boost from a £900m train order that once looked destined for Germany but is instead going to the Bombardier plant in Derby, safeguarding about 2,500 skilled jobs

The Hottest Hotel Pools to Cool Down In This Summer

From urban-sleek hotels in Brooklyn and Baltimore to luxe desert resorts in Arizona and Palm Springs, we’ve rounded up the most lounge-ready (and Instagram-worthy) of them all. Just add SPF

The Japanese Attack Fort Stevens, Oregon

On June 21, 1942, a federal fortification at the mouth of the Columbia river in Oregon became the only military installation in the continental US to be attacked by the Japanese during World War II

93 free things to do with your 93 Days of Summer in San Francisco

To help you fill your days at home between all your big vacations and plans, we've put together a dizzying list of things to do — all of them free — around San Francisco

5 Things You Must Do Before You File Your Travel Insurance Claim

Kuhmerker suffered a heart attack just a few days before his departure. He contacted Great Value Vacations, which assured him it would secure a full refund from his hotel and airline. But he didn’t file a claim, instead relying on the company’s promise of a refund

In the Footsteps of Charles Darwin

The Galápagos Islands, with their gorgeous scenery, unparalleled and rare wildlife unafraid of humans, and paramount historical and scientific importance, were once a place you saved for years to see, a splurge that made a ski trip to Aspen look positively cheap in comparison

Peek at the Private Island for Cruisers that Just Got a Major Makeover

Cruising's original private island, Great Stirrup Cay, is emerging from a major makeover. The 268-acre beach getaway owned by Norwegian Cruise Line has been spruced up over the past year with new and revamped food and drink venues, rebuilt cabanas and expanded areas of powdery soft sand

Allegiant : 28 New Routes, 3 new Cities part of its Biggest Expansion Ever

Allegiant Air will announce 28 new routes and three new destinations Tuesday. Allegiant is billing the expansion as “the largest-ever announcement of new service in the company’s history.”

The Secret Button that Gives You More Space on a Plane

In the quest for comfort at 35,000 feet, the margins are fine: an extra centimetre here, another inch there, even the smallest spatial gains can make the difference between a good and a bad flight

Indian Ocean Paradise on a Budget – Here's How it's Done

Powdery sand, deepening shades of turquoise water and delicately leaning palms... views like this usually come with a hefty price tag. But brochure-perfect panoramas don't always cost as much as you expect

Floating Water Park Coming to Indiana's Lake Michigan Shores

Workers at Whihala Beach in northwest Indiana have started installing a floating water park along Lake Michigan

Saltdean Lido Reopens in Brighton

Built in the 1930s, the pool was a glamorous part of the Saltdean “offer”, its main building curved like a cruise liner. The story of it shutting is a familiar one to lido historians, full of benign neglect

Suite Spot: Marriott’s Waikoloa Ocean Club, Hawaii

Marriott’s Waikoloa Ocean Club, a recent conversion of half of the Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort and Spa, takes care of space and proximity to sand, with relatively moderate prices, too. And though it’s part of Marriott’s time-share Vacation Club program, you don’t have to join the club to book here

For the Business Traveler Worried About Security: You’re Not Alone

Corporate travel managers have long had their hands full dealing with political unrest, terrorism and severe weather around the world. But now, they are contending with new complications

The Most Affordable Hamptons Hotel You’ll Actually Want to Try

The Southampton Inn is a charming 90-room stay close to the town’s buzzy center and just a mile from magnificent (and public) Cooper’s Beach. Open all year round, Southampton Inn is one of the few places out east that offers an affordable resort-worthy vacation

Revealed: Heathrow's Noisiest and Dirtiest Airlines

El Al, the national carrier of Israel, has been named Heathrow’s dirtiest and noisiest airline. The west London airport named and shamed those airlines that are failing to meet targets in seven categories

Raise those Pinkies: Reno Airport getting first Luxury Lounge

Travelers waiting for a flight in the Biggest Little City’s airport will be getting an extra option for passing the time this winter. MAG USA, a subsidiary of the Manchester Airport Group, will be building its fourth Escape Lounge in the United States at Reno-Tahoe International Airport

Venetians Rock the Boat on Cruise Ship Visits

Thousands of Venetians have voted in an unofficial referendum to ban the huge cruise ships that tower over St Mark’s Square and disgorge thousands of daytrippers into the city’s narrow alleys

Still Kicking: Route 66's Glory Days Live on Along Colorful Stretch of Arizona

From the 1950s to '70s, it gained a new life as the ultimate path across America for road-tripping families who visited its themed motels, neon-lit diners and audacious roadside attractions. The end was nigh by the mid-'80s, however, when Route 66 had been replaced almost in its entirety by five soul-crushing interstates

Influential Textile Designer's Work Displayed in Michigan

“Alexander Girard: A Designer’s Universe” opened Saturday at the Bloomfield Hills museum. It features hundreds of examples of Girard’s work, including furniture, textiles, graphics, architecture, drawings and sculptures

Why are Human Travel Agents Still so Much Better than Websites?

It’s been more than 20 years since Expedia was founded as a division of Microsoft, kicking off the online travel market. Today, the industry has swelled to an enormous size, taking in machine learning-powered flight bookers such as Hopper, luxury-focused bargain hunters such as Secret Escapes, and a host of mobile-first booking apps like Trivago

A 5-star Escape Awaits at this New Vineyard Bed-and-Breakfast near Austin

If you drive 45 minutes west of Austin, past sparkling lakes to Sunrise Beach Village on the southeastern edge of Llano, you’ll approach a gorgeous vineyard beside an enchanting, two-story home: The Vineyard B and B at Lost Creek Ranch.

How to Conquer the Challenge of Long-Term Travel

“Long-term travel is an exercise in letting go of exact to-do lists, planning moment to moment and controlling the entire process,” said Jodi Ettenberg, who has been traveling and writing at her site, Legal Nomads, since 2008

Airbnb Tries to Behave More Like a Hotel

Airbnb — the sharing-economy start-up born with a crash-on-my-couch informality — is now trying to professionalize its more than two million “hosts” around the world. In just nine years, the company has built a global hospitality brand on the backs of homeowners

Why You Should Think Twice Before Ordering Coffee or Tea on a Plane

Overnight and early morning flights are hard on all of us. Sometimes, the only saving grace is a nice warm cup of tea or coffee to wake us up and help us feel refreshed after hours in the air

June Hotel Roundup: The latest Openings, Renovations, New Brands

Hoteliers are also investing more in various markets, renovating hotels across the country. Here’s a roundup of some notable openings, renovations and brand announcements

Cuba Cruises could become Less Flexible Under new Trump Policy

Cruises from the USA to Cuba will be allowed to continue under President Trump's new Cuba policy, but the trips could become more restrictive, industry and Cuba watchers say

Are Ryanair and EasyJet really the Worst Airlines in the World?

Ryanair, Monarch and easyJet are among the worst airlines in the world, according to new rankings out last week; while British Airways is in the top 10. How do these controversial rankings fit with our own experience?

19 Reasons Why Spain is still the World's Greatest Holiday Destination

All things considered, Spain is probably the greatest holiday destination on the planet. Here's why

Glamping — and just plain camping — in Vacationland

Maine is going glam. Well, at least its camping is, when a new campground opens next weekend offering a dozen luxurious, designer tents that are far from roughing it. It’s glamorous camping, or glamping for short

Learn to Hurl Virtual Fireballs in Legoland’s new Ninjago ride

The fun of Legoland’s new Ninjago World begins before riders even get to the ride. Outside, by the dragons built of Lego bricks, are Ninja training stations where kids can practice spinning or rock climbing

Tours for Chocolate Lovers not Just about Sampling Sweets

A tour for chocolate lovers in Brooklyn, New York, isn’t just about tasting the final product. It also gives a peek at factories, neighbourhoods and even business plans

Beginner’s Guide to Seoul: Best Things to See and Do for First-Timers

Seoul isn’t a place that you ease into gently into as much as dive in headfirst. The South Korean capital’s shopping districts are overwhelmingly bright and busy. The food smacks you in the face (quite literally, in the case of a live octopus)

From Bar to Barber shop: Visit Hemingway Haunts in Northern Michigan

For much of his early years, the novelist didn't move much beyond Oak Park, where he was born, and Northern Michigan, where his family had a vacation cottage. Far from getting away from himself, his experiences there figure into his earliest writing

Walking Dead Cruise Announced for 2018

The Walker Stalker Cruise is back in 2018 and they are calling all Walking Dead fans to join them on an unforgettable four night cruise to the Caribbean on Norwegian Pearl. Escape the undead and party in paradise aboard the beautiful Norwegian Pearl

Paris Air Show: What to Look for in 2017

While Airbus and Boeing will again hog the spotlight at the Paris Air Show with their battle for ever-larger slices of the lucrative pie in the sky, a lot of the really interesting stuff will be going on elsewhere at the upcoming biennial aviation and defense industry gathering

How far do Planes Fall during Turbulence – and Where in the World is it Most Common?

Turbulence is the most common cause of injury to air passengers: in the US alone there are an estimated 58 injuries each year due to turbulence, and yesterday (June 18) 26 people were hurt, including four seriously, after turbulence struck a China Eastern flight from Paris to Kunming Changshui International Airport

Sanford Investors hope to turn old Mayfair Hotel Building into Luxury Resort

During winters in the mid-1920s, wealthy and famous Northerners headed to Sanford’s Forrest Lake Hotel to escape the frigid temperatures back home and avoid the large crowds in Miami Beach

Julius and Ethel Rosenberg are executed

On June 19th, 1953, Julius and Ethel Rosenberg were executed in the electric chair at Sing Sing prison

St. Petersburg’s Unexpected Side: Plenty of Family Fun

St. Petersburg, Russia’s second largest city with a population of about 5.3 million, may not seem like an obvious travel destination to visit with children. But as my daughter, Meenakshi, and I discovered, there is an appealing and unexpected side of the city

Airline Complaints Spike Since United Flight 3411 Incident

Complaints by U.S. airline passenger surged in April, increasing nearly 70% from the same month in 2016. The spike came in the same month the industry was rocked by a passenger-dragging incident on United Express Flight 3411

10 Bachelorette Party Locations that aren't Las Vegas

Whether you’re a soon-to-be bride or the maid of honor, the best bachelorette party destinations are the ones that have something to please everyone in the bridal party. From a secluded New England island to a city tucked away in the Appalachian Mountains, these non-Vegas destinations are the perfect spots to celebrate the future Mrs

Holland America Expands Sailings to Mexican Riviera

Holland America is ramping up voyages to the Mexican Riviera. The Seattle-based line's 1,946-passenger Oosterdam will join sister ship Westerdam in offering sailings to the region for the coming winter season

Traveling Alone isn’t for Everyone — But for these Adventurers, it’s the Way to Go

These days, more myselves and Is are venturing out into the world alone. According to the Visa Travel Intentions Study, which surveyed 13,603 adults in 25 countries, the number of people traveling solo doubled between 2013 and 2015

50 of London's Most Unusual (but fascinating) Museums

Venues such as the British Museum, Victoria and Albert Museum, Science Museum and Design Museum can justly lay claim to being the best in their field. But with so many famous institutions dominating the itineraries of tourists, it can be easy to overlook London's cornucopia of lesser-known gems

Alaska 2017 Conference, FAM Programs Abound for NACTA Members

The National Association of Career Travel Agents (NACTA) has teamed up with Visit Anchorage to bring an extensive selection of 24 Alaska familiarization trips to travel agents participating in NACTA’s annual conference September 13-16, 2017

An App for Adventure Junkies

Choose your own thrills with Adventure Junky, a new app for iPhone and Android that allows players to navigate different experiences around the world with a little friendly competition

It’s about time you went to Nova Scotia

We’ve just arrived in Halifax, Nova Scotia, for one of those trips you keep promising yourself but never seem to take; it’s so close on a map, you just assume you’ll get there eventually

TSA tests better bomb-detecting scanners for carry-ons

Security screeners are testing a 3-D scanner to inspect carry-on bags, a measure they hope will improve their ability to detect bombs and maybe shorten lines at the checkpoint

Race through New York with Jimmy Fallon and Slide Down a Volcano at Universal Orlando

Unlike some of the rides created with cutting-edge technology that have been introduced in Orlando the last few years, Jimmy Fallon’s new attraction at Universal Studios, which uses 3D projections and motion simulator technology, has a comfortable familiarity

AAA's Favorite Hotels and Restaurants at Summer's Top 10 Vacation Spots

Now inspectors (described only by their numbers) are weighing in on their favorite places to stay and eat at the travel membership organization’s top 10 summer destinations, which include Anaheim (Disneyland, of course), Las Vegas and Honolulu

Report to the Santa Barbara County Courthouse — For the View and Murals

From the observation deck atop the clock tower, you can scan a panorama of Santa Barbara's many red-tiled roofs. In the mural room below, you'll see enormous, evocative depictions of early California history

Hard Rock signs off on Daytona Hotel Deal

Hard Rock International made it official on Tuesday: The worldwide brand will be putting its name on a luxury hotel on the oceanfront site of the renovated Desert Inn, once infamous as one of the dirtiest hotels in the nation

The Architects Throwing out the Rulebook on Hotel Design

Radical Innovation is a competition giving architecture firms -- and students -- the opportunity to put their own original twist on hospitality design. "It began as an experiment because I wasn't seeing a lot of creativity in the hotel business," says John Hardy, CEO of The John Hardy Group, the development consultancy behind the annual competition

Which Plane Noises Should I be Worried About?

Which sounds are routine and which should have you reaching for the in-flight safety card? The issue of aircraft noises has been addressed on the excellent website Quora, and the responses – including two from aviation experts – might just help you relax next time you’re in the sky

Is this the Med's most Sophisticated New Cruise Ship?

With 400 staff and crew for its 596 passengers, nine dining venues and all-butler suites, I’m expecting a very different cruise experience for my holiday ahead. I am joining a 10-day voyage through Greece (Santorini, Mykonos, Rhodes) and Turkey (for the ancient ruins of Ephesus and Pergamon)

The Science of Wanderlust

Todd Bliwise was nine years old the first time he tried to stow away on an airplane. Like many, Bliwise can’t remember a time when traveling wasn’t a central drive to his life, and to his personality. But can we be born wanderlusters?

36 Hours in Birmingham, Alabama

Founded in 1871 at the junction of railroad lines, Alabama’s largest city is used to moving forward. Part stone-ground grits and part steely grit, Birmingham flourished so quickly that it earned the name “Magic City” during the heyday of its iron trade

American Backtracks on Legroom Plan after 'A Lot of Feedback'

American Airlines is backtracking from a plan that would have given it some of the tightest coach-class seats in the U.S. airline industry. The world's largest carrier will still trim legroom on its new soon-to-arrive Boeing 737 MAX jets

In Boulder, Colorado, 5 Fun Things in 1 Whirlwind Afternoon

Not every destination lends itself to a whirlwind tour, but in the beautiful city of Boulder, Colorado, you can sample five fun and scenic spots in one afternoon. Of course, if you’ve got more time, everything on this list is worth savoring

10 Things you Probably Didn’t Know about America’s (wannabe) 51st State

Puerto Rico held a referendum at the weekend to determine whether or not the Caribbean archipelago should become part of the US. The result was unequivocal: 97 per cent of eligible voters said they were in favour of their land becoming the 51st state of America

19 Epic, Endangered Places You Should Visit Before It's Too Late

This week, UNESCO released its annual state of conservation reports, which outline which of its famous designated World Heritage Sites are in danger of losing the historic, cultural or natural characteristics that made them World Heritage Sites in the first place

This Incredible Airport With A Pool Is About To Get Even Better

Experts recommend arriving at the airport up to three hours before taking an international flight. If you happen to be traveling out of Singapore’s Changi Airport, though, you might want to push that number to two days

Lava Lands add Geologic ‘wow’ to Bend’s Big Attractions

Outside of Hawaii, the Newberry National Volcanic Monument near Bend is one of the best places in the nation to witness volcanic natural wonders

Tigerair Cheap Flights Sale: Fares from $24 as Melbourne Airport Upgrade Celebrated

You can’t expect much for $24 these days. A movie ticket, sure - but forget the popcorn - or, maybe a couple of hours’ parking in the CBD. So when Tigerair offers $24 sale fares - as it is today for flights from Melbourne-Sydney and Sydney-Brisbane - you’re probably not expecting all that much

First Look: Margaritaville's Vacation Cottages

The public is getting its first glance at the vacation cottages that will be available at Margaritaville Resort Orlando, which is scheduled to open in late 2018. From the look of things, Floridians might feel right at home

Is This the Most Extravagant New Cruise Ship on Earth?

Uniworld’s new ship was christened in glorious sunshine at her mooring in central Paris in March. Godmother Dame Joan Collins, dressed from head to toe in white, was joined by members of the Tollman family, which owns and operates Uniworld’s fleet

Best Summer Camp at Sea? Which Cruise Lines have Splashy Fun for Kids

It might be too late to sign your kids up for summer camp at the beach or mountains, but you can do the next best thing: Sign them up for a kids' camp at sea. Most cruise lines offer complimentary activities that are fun and educational, tailored to the age of the child

George Washington Named Commander-In-Chief, Continental Army

True to the manners of gentleman at the time, George Washington never admitted to any ambition and never publicly sought power - but on June 15, 1775, his was the only serious name considered for the post of Commander-In-Chief of the newly created Continental Army

The Perfect Last-Minute Father’s Day Gift Ideas for Jet-Setting Dads

The clock is counting down to Father’s Day, but even if you haven’t gotten pops a gift yet, it doesn’t mean that you need to turn to a mundane tie or a trip to the golf course for a last-minute present. Hotels may just be your saving grace

Snooze Above the Sea in One of San Diego's Crystal Pier Cottages

You won't find another pier in California with cottages on it, and this pier stands along one of San Diego's most popular beaches

Southern Hotel Expansion in Covington aided by School Board

The St. Tammany Parish School Board has signed off on a proposal for the school district to sell a Covington building to the owners of the Southern Hotel for $801,000, clearing the way for a major expansion of the 40-room downtown hotel

United Apologizes after Video Shows Employee Pushing 71-year-old Passenger to Floor

United Airlines issued an apology Tuesday after a video was released of a Houston-based employee pushing a 71-year-old passenger to the floor during an argument over a ticket. The man was left lying there motionless

The Southern Charms of Spain and Portugal

I had arrived here via Seville, in Spain, a superb jumping-off point for exploring Andalusia and, across the border, southern Portugal. Just a few hours in the car can transport you to the beautiful whitewashed buildings of Vejer de la Frontera

Hilton Debuts its Tru Brand in Oklahoma City

Hilton has opened the first of its new midscale brand—Tru by Hilton—in Oklahoma City. The debut of the first Tru by Hilton Oklahoma City Airport hotel marks another milestone. It is Hilton’s 5,000th hotel

10 Things to Do in Cornwall

Beaches, stately homes, great restaurants, more beaches - there's a reason why Cornwall's the go-to holiday destination for many British families

Venice Simplon-Orient-Express Raises the Bar for Luxury Train Travel with New Grand Suites

For decades the name Venice Simplon-Orient-Express has been the very epitome of all that is luxurious and sophisticated and glamorous in the world of luxury train travel. And yet there has always been one little niggle – the absence of en-suite facilities

Why I Continue to Fly Spirit Airlines Despite All the Reasons People Think I Shouldn't

I have been flying Spirit Airlines for just over ten years. My first flight was to Montego Bay in late summer of 2006, and since then I have flown with them at least 50 times

Luggage Missing at the Airport? Here's What to Do

Lost bags are not all that common. Yes, last year more than a million bags were ‘mishandled’ (as the Department of Transportation puts it), but that works out to less than three bags per every thousand passengers

Seattle makes Outside Magazine’s 25 ‘best-towns ever’ list (and here’s the rest)

Did you come to Seattle for the hiking, climbing, camping, sailing, paddling and mountain biking? Word has gotten around: Seattle is on Outside magazine’s list of 25 of “America’s best towns ever” for adventure and a culture that supports it

From the Golfer to Music Lover: Travel Destinations for Every Kind of Dad

It’s a big world out there; with everything from golf to vineyards to cruises. And that means that buying a Father’s Day gift can be dead simple. Here’s a list of potential travel spots for 10 kinds of fathers

Putting traveller perks to the test: What it’s Like to go on the Same Trip With and Without upgrades

Summer travellers may find themselves stuck in long security lines. For frequent travellers, or those who can and want to pay extra, perks are available including upgrades to first-class seats, airport lounges and free food. Are the benefits worth the cost?

First look: Kraken Unleashed Preview at SeaWorld

Do not adjust your headset. SeaWorld Orlando is re-releasing its Kraken roller coaster into the world of virtual reality

Mammoth Wynn Boston Resort Taking Shape

First impression upon visiting the construction site of the Wynn Boston Harbor hotel and resort casino: This place is going to be massive. It is hard to appreciate just how massive by driving by it, or by taking a glance from Interstate 93

Why Boutique Hotels Are So Big in Not-So-Big Cities

Jane and Greg Hills were visiting New York City when they grabbed a drink in the lobby bar of the Dream Downtown, a boutique hotel in Chelsea. As the full room pulsed with music and guests, the couple had an epiphany: Dream should run their new hotel in Durham, N.C

Don't Make These Rookie Mistakes on a Cruise

Believing the greatest service I can provide is living a life that’s a warning to others, here are the six rookie mistakes committed on a recent seven-day Alaska cruise on a Carnival ship

Take the Whole Family on One of the World’s Largest Cruise Liners

Consultant Ryan Barson and his wife, Heather, can identify the moment they knew they’d made the right decision to hold a family reunion aboard a cruise ship. The eight-strong party was one of scores of multigenerational families marking birthdays, wedding anniversaries and other milestones on the world’s second-largest ocean liner, a title the 225,282-ton Allure shares

Hong Kong Airlines Takes Flight From Vancouver, Canada, Starting June 30

Hong Kong Airlines is set to make its North American debut with the launch of its non-stop daily service between Vancouver, Canada (YVR) and Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) on June 30, 2017

Congress adopts the Stars and Stripes

On June 14, 1777, the Continental Congress adopted a new resolution on the design of their newly forming nation's flag

Doubling Capacity in the Pacific Northwest

American Cruise Lines’ newest ship, American Constellation, will be heading to the West Coast in 2018

At Airports, Making Travel Easier for Autistic Passengers

Shannon Airport isn’t alone in its efforts to ease air travel for those with autism spectrum disorder: Some airlines and other airports around the world are also part of the movement, and in the United States, the Arc, a group in Washington representing people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including autism, is a major player

The Arsenal of Democracy opens at the National WWII Museum

The nine galleries that comprise “The Arsenal of Democracy” seamlessly weave historical accounts and home front stories through 62 authenticated oral histories, beginning in the first gallery, Gathering Storm

Splitboarding in Australia's Little KNown Mountains

Just over two hours’ drive from Canberra, you’ll find yourself deep in Australia’s Snowy Mountains, the highest range on the continent. Ski season begins here in May and runs until October

Stewart International: The Unknown US Airport that Could Change Transatlantic Travel Forever

It is easy to dismiss Stewart International based on its looks, but the plans in place for its expansion are huge. And what it means for UK and Irish tourists are unprecedented cheap transatlantic flights

The 18 Most Beautiful U.S. Landmarks To Visit This Fourth Of July

The Fourth of July holiday is rapidly approaching, promising crowded beaches, sunburns, and lots of travel traffic. Take your free weekend in a new direction and visit some of the most American landmarks this great country has to offer on the anniversary of its birth

There’s More Than Tech to Silicon Valley: A Weekend Guide

While it’s easy to relegate Silicon Valley to technology, hoodies, and Teslas, there’s far more to the region than those obvious associations. Given its location in northern California, the climate for most of the year is irresistibly sun-drenched and balmy

With These Hotels, You Can Experience Airstream Travel Without A Hitch

Airstream “hotels” are popping up throughout California. You can drive your little electric Nissan Leaf to a campground where permanent Airstream setups are styled as ultra-modern, vividly wild or, of course, simply retro

10 Of the Best Hidden Beaches in Ibiza

It’s possible to escape the Balearic island’s hotspots for splendid isolation amid secret coves and pristine bays – just be prepared to walk or swim there

New Windstar Itinerary Takes Cruisers to Shetland, Faroe Islands

Windstar Cruises is out with an unusual new itinerary that focuses on some of the most remote North Atlantic islands. Dubbed Secrets of the Faroe, Shetland

How to Get the Best Deals on your Holiday Money Abroad

How pathetic is the pound these post-Brexit, post-election days? Well, consider the traditional near-certainties about pre-euro currencies. British travellers were comfortable knowing that £1 would buy 10 French francs or three German marks

2 Cases of Legionnaire's Disease Reported at Vegas Hotel

The Southern Nevada Health District is investigating two cases of Legionnaire’s Disease recently discovered at the Rio Hotel in Las Vegas. Two guests were found to have had the bacteria while staying at the hotel in the months of March and April

In Nantucket vs. Martha's Vineyard, Both Islands are Winners

Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard. The very names, for many of us from other places, conjure thoughts of lobsters and clams and harpooners and presidential getaways and weathered houses facing the salty sea and solitary walks on beaches

Vanderbilt Heir Opens $9.2M hotel in Biltmore Village

The 118-room Hampton Inn and Suites Asheville-Biltmore Village, a lodging facility that's part of a more than $30 million hotel boom south of downtown, opened Monday. The hotel will employ 36 people with some positions still available, developer Biltmore Farms Hotels said

Cruise Line Announces 2018 Cruises to Tahiti, Bora Bora, and the South Pacific

Luxury cruise line Paul Gauguin Cruises, operator of the highest-rated and longest continually sailing luxury cruise ship in the South Pacific, has debuted their 2018 Tahiti, French Polynesia,

Queen Recreates Historic Train Journey

The Queen has joined celebrations marking the 175th anniversary of the first train journey taken by a British monarch. She recreated Queen Victoria's trip from Slough to Paddington on 13 June 1842 on the Great Western Railway

Vancouver Burns to the Ground

On June 13, 1886, the newly incorporated city of Vancouver, British Columbia was clearing brush out of the areas between Main and Cambie streets

What You Need to Know About Traveling to Cuba Now

Travel to Cuba can be confusing in the best of times, and uncertainty about possible policy changes makes planning a trip there more challenging. Here are answers to some of the questions people have right now

Carnival's New Way To Pay For A Cruise

In what might be the best thing to happen since the ability to put Christmas gifts on layaway, Carnival Cruise Lines has launched a new program that will make it easier for passengers to pay for their upcoming trips. It’s an industry first, but we can’t help suspecting that other lines will follow suit, because the idea is just that good

The Dark Art of How (and When) to Buy an Airline Ticket

Buying a plane ticket has never been easier — or more complicated. Online travel agencies claim to offer the greatest fares; fare aggregators claim to offer the greatest selection of online travel agencies

Best Cruise Itineraries for 2018: Hottest New Places to Add to Your Bucket List

The 2018-19 cruise season will set new standards in terms of enticing itineraries designed to show passengers unfamiliar destinations and fresh ways to experience the world’s great oceans and rivers

Drinking Down Under on Darwin's Helicopter Pub Crawl

A Heli Pub Tour may sound outlandish, but Roy - a pilot with Airborne Solutions, the Darwin-based company behind this quirky day-trip - explains that popping out for a pint isn't always straightforward in Australia's Top End

'Gaping Hole' Ripped into Passenger Airliner after Leaving Sydney

A China-bound plane made an emergency landing back at Sydney after a gaping hole was ripped in an engine casing just after take-off. The China Eastern Airbus A330 twin-jet was flying to Shanghai as flight MU736

Amsterdam as You've Never Seen it Before

Think you know Amsterdam? These 15 quirky attractions will make you think again

7 Things to Know Before Going to Canada

O Canada, land of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's equally gendered cabinet, health care for the masses and plenty of plaid. As far as travel goes, you're unlikely to experience culture shock visiting the country - but knowing a few things can make your trip go more smoothly

9 Reasons You Should Go Abroad At Some Point In Your Life

Moving abroad – the most terrifying and exhilarating step that a person can take to completely turn their life upside down. It’s a thrilling and amazing adventure, riddled with challenges and learning opportunities, that will change you in ways you didn’t think were possible

The Best Island Honeymoon Destinations On Earth

It’s time to escape to paradise as newlyweds, but with so many options to choose from, what are the best island honeymoon destinations? These 5 islands never disappoint, from beautiful nature and exotic adventure to luxury and of course- plenty of romance

Tips for Regret-Free Villa Renting

Imagine this as your next vacation rental: One of 17 private residences set on 30 acres in the lush jungles of Costa Rica on the south side of Peninsula Papagayo. Your getaway home sits on a cliff with expansive outdoor-indoor living, four large bedrooms, a pro chef kitchen, and a private infinity pool and hot tub

Here's Why Travelers are Calling Nashville the New Austin

There is a beat to Nashville now that has nothing to do with the boot-scooting boogie; a panache that extends way beyond Printers' Alley. You're likely to see just as many people wearing three-piece suits and designer frocks as dusty jeans and boots, and just as many carrying briefcases as carrying guitar cases

Video-Game Loving Millennials, Theme Parks are Making These Attractions Just For You

In the theme park industry, attractions that encourage head-to-head competition are growing in popularity because they entice visitors – particularly video game-loving millennials – to visit a park repeatedly to improve their score or to beat new challengers

Venice Bans New Hotels as Crackdown on Tourism Continues

As part of a continued effort to protect the city from runaway tourism, the authorities in Venice have said they will prevent new holiday accommodation from opening up in its historic centre. The proposed ban is the latest in a series of measures aimed at protecting the iconic Italian city

Inside the Luxury Outback Camp Where Pippa Middleton Is Reportedly Now Honeymooning

Pippa Middleton and James Matthews’s honeymoon has reportedly continued on to a third destination: Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef, a beach-set safari camp. Located on the western side of the continent, and more specifically, in Cape Range National Park, the camp bills itself as “Where the Outback Meets the Reef.”

Former President Jimmy Carter Shakes Passengers' Hands Aboard Atlanta Flight

Former President Jimmy Carter was recently spotted on a Delta Air Lines flight, where he shook the hands of every passenger before leaving Atlanta. James Parker Sheffield tweeted video of the event showing a smiling Carter walking down the aisle as he greeted the surprised passengers

Mr. Gorbachev, Tear Down this Wall

On June 12, 1987, US President Ronald Reagan stood in front of cameras poised at the Berlin Wall

Olympic National Park: Mountains, Forests and Shores

Olympic National Park is located in the same state as Mount Rainier, the Cascade Mountains and volcanic Mount St. Helens, but it still holds its own as a tourist attraction and cultural touchpoint

How to Ease Travel Anxiety in an Era of Terror: Travel More

Even the most hardened travelers have to admit a certain amount of fear while traveling in this era of heightened global terrorism. My fellow travelers seem jittery too

These Under-The-Radar Sculptures are the Coolest Thing You'll See in Croatia

From the top of a grassy hill, a giant eye constantly stares down at the tiny village of Podgaric. It may sound sinister – like something straight out of Mordor in Lord of the Rings – but it's anything but

White Cliffs: The Australian Town Where People Live Underground

Twelve hours’ drive west from Sydney, the hardy residents of the isolated opal mining town of White Cliffs live very different lives to their coastal counterparts. Numbering about a hundred or so, White Cliffs locals aren’t easily found

10 Things I Wish I Knew Before Going On My First Cruise

Queues, captains and cocktails: Hazel Plush had a few surprises on her first cruise

Why you Must Visit Essaouira, the Laid-Back Alternative to Marrakesh

Bright and breezy Essaouira, on Morocco’s Atlantic coast, is an enchanting, laid-back alternative to the frenetic melting-pot of Marrakesh. The town’s name means “little picture” in Arabic, and it’s a painter’s dream location

There are already four-hour lines at Walt Disney World’s new ‘Avatar’-themed attraction. Does Pandora live up to the hype?

Those sneaky imagineers found a completely unforeseen way to blow my mind at their newest effort, Pandora: The World of Avatar. With its trippy, tropical take on James Cameron’s 2009 blockbuster, Disney has created an authentically immersive terrain that soothes even as it dazzles

New Hostel Opens in the Most Radioactive Place on the Planet

A new hostel has opened in the heart of the Chernobyl exclusion zone, one of the most radioactive places on the planet. The Ukrainian government is behind the accommodation, set in a former Soviet dormitory just nine miles from the site of the nuclear disaster that decimated the area in 1986

How To Plan A Multi-Generational Family Vacation Without Losing Your Mind

If you’ve considered going on a similar multi-generational vacation, you’re not alone. According to AARP, about 25% of trips that baby boomers anticipate taking are with extended family, and independent travel consultant Karen Rublee says there’s been a trend in interest in this type of vacation over the past few years

Welcome to the Most Picturesque Lake in Europe

Other words didn’t do justice to this collection of insanely quaint towns dotting the perimeter of the massive wishbone-shaped lake. The placid water was framed by the dramatically steep hills and grand mountains of the Italian Alps, some of which were still snow-capped in late spring

Getting the Tall Ships here is a Tall Order

It’s not something you see everyday, or even every year, but on June 17, 52 tall ships will sail past Castle Island, continue up to Charlestown, and then turn around to sail into Boston’s seaport. In formations of five or seven ships, these magnificent flotillas will make up Sail Boston’s first Grand Parade of Sail since 2000, and include tall ships from all over the world

8 Of New York City's Best Rooftop Bars

There's something about being far above the hubbub of the Big Apple's streets, especially in the summertime, when humidity levels soar and the concrete feels like it's emanating heat waves. Drinks just taste better 10 stories up, especially when a cool night breeze is blowing

Orlando and Theme Park Hotels Offer up Summer Deals

Orlando and the theme parks may be many a tourist’s choice for a summer destination, but that isn’t stopping hotels and resorts from offering up travel deals

Boeing Is Working On Self-Flying Plane Technology, And Our Hands Are Already Sweaty

The Boeing Company is looking ahead to a brave new world where jetliners fly without pilots and aims to test some of the technology next year, the world’s biggest plane maker said in a briefing ahead of the Paris Airshow

Small Plane Hits Giant Gator while Landing at Orlando Airport

Wildlife hazards are nothing new in aviation. But one pilot of a private aircraft likely got more than he bargained for when landing at an Orlando airport last week

Black Pioneer Pilot Retires, Flies Southwest Plane Home one Last Time

Thursday was Capt. Louis Freeman Day in Chicago. Freeman learned that with the rest of us after disembarking from the 737 plane he had flown in to Midway Airport from Dallas at 3 p.m., to hordes awaiting the arrival of Flight 4122. That was this pioneering black pilot’s very last flight

Charles Dickens Dies

Charles Dickens is easily one of the most celebrated and widely-read authors in history. Writing during the Victorian Era in England, Dickens is best known for his imaginative stories and novels usually set in and around London

36 Hours in the Finger Lakes Region of New York

The roughly 9,000 square miles that surround the 11 sinuous Finger Lakes in west-central New York State are filled with blue hills, rolling farmland and vineyards that produce some of the world’s greatest rieslings. It is an area of charming villages and towns, with historic treasures

More Sub-$100 Airfares? Rivals match Southwest's sale prices

Southwest rolled out its big 72-hour sale on Tuesday, dropping fares to less than $100 on dozens of its shortest routes. Now, many of Southwest’s rivals have matched those fares – though not across the board

Rural Retreats: Eight picturesque U.S. Inns and Resorts

We recommend trying something different and packing your bags for the countryside, where you can get away from it all while reconnecting with nature. Here are eight picturesque properties around the country worth checking into

Why You Should Visit Omaha, Nebraska

In perhaps Nebraska’s most innovative and entrepreneurial city, the changes are balanced by the constants: music, art, cuisine — and, of course, Warren Buffett

Dakotas Buffalo Trail Tour Traces Story of American Bison

From historical details of Native Americans’ final great wild buffalo hunts to tales of the animal’s rescue from near extinction, a new self-guided tour across 10 sites in the western Dakotas tells the story of the last stand of the American bison, the national mammal

Is Ryanair Deliberately Splitting up Passengers who Refuse to Pay for Seat Selection?

Ryanair posts a similar warning - pay up or have your seats selected randomly. I don't pay, and have never been separated from my travelling companions on a Ryanair flight. But in recent weeks there has been a surge of complaints on Twitter

Cuba’s First 5-Star Luxury Hotel Opens Despite Uncertainty Over Trump

Towering cranes dot the Havana skyline as communist-run Cuba races to build luxury hotels, amid indignation among some residents. Swiss-based Kempinski Hotels SA will inaugurate its Gran Hotel Manzana in the heart of the capital on Wednesday, billing it as Cuba’s first true luxury hotel

From Restaurants to Islands, 6 Boating Hangouts to Check Out this Summer

Maryland has plenty of hot spots for boating enthusiasts like Samad to dock or drop anchor, and take in water views, food and drink, and other amenities. Whether it be a newly opened hotel, a popular restaurant or a waterfront town, here are some options for those looking to enjoy entertainment via a water vessel this summer

Prague is the Ultimate Cheap Destination for Last-Minute Travellers

Welcome to a place some say is more beautiful than Paris; where planning a holiday is best done two weeks in advance; where a beer is less than $2; and where — despite skyrocketing popularity among Aussies — it’s still possible to find pockets of paradise to escape the tourists

Catch a Train — Then a Wave — with Surfboard-Friendly Metrolink Trains to the Beach

Two timeless California traditions — train travel and surfing — come together in a Metrolink program that offers service to San Clemente and Oceanside, complete with special board storage. Ice chests and umbrellas are welcome aboard too

Your Favourite UK Coastal Walks: Readers’ Travel Tips

From the west’s granite cliffs and stunning beaches to the calmer shores and vast estuaries of the east, the UK must be one of the world’s best locations for long or short hikes by the sea

Cunard's Queen Victoria Returns to Service After Multi-Million Dollar Refurbishment

The second of Cunard Line's three ships to be refurbished -- Queen Victoria -- has returned to the U.K. with a host of new features including additional cabins and suites, and a new restaurant. The third ship, Queen Elizabeth, will go in for its refit late next year

On board Viking Star, the luxury ship that will change your mind about cruising

In 2015 Viking began operating ocean cruises in the Mediterranean, Adriatic and Baltic, unveiling Star as the first in what will be a five-ship ocean fleet. The third, Sky, will be christened under the Midnight Sun in Tromsø, Norway, in July

The Bonkers World of Celebrities who Live in Hotels

Numerous Hollywood stars, prolific writers and famous musicians have holed up in some of the world’s fanciest boltholes, taking great pleasure in raiding minibars, ordering 4am room service, and pilfering the mini toiletries. Here are some of the most notable

Las Vegas Strip to have New feature to Protect Pedestrians after Recent Terror attacks

The famed Las Vegas Strip will soon have a new addition with the goal of keeping the millions of tourists safe in light of recent terror attacks where vehicles were used. The Clark County Commissioners on Tuesday told their staff to start taking bids of the installation of hundreds of bollards on the sidewalk of Las Vegas Boulevard

'Know Before you Go' to the US Border this Summer

U.S. Customs and Border Protection, or CBP, wants you to brush up on your knowledge and what to expect when arriving at the U.S. border and traveling beyond it. With a summer that is predicted to entice record numbers of people to hit the road within and beyond the borders of the U.S., CBP is prepared to welcome visitors

Porsche No. 1

On June 8, 1948, the first car bearing the name "Porsche" took its very first test drive

Allegiant Air's Newest Destination: Providence

Allegiant Air will make Providence its newest destination, announcing plans to launch three new routes there this fall. Allegiant’s first Providence flights will begin Sept. 28 with non-stop service to Punta Gorda in Southwest Florida

New Princess route: Los Angeles to Shanghai and Back

Princess Cruises has announced plans for an epic voyage from Los Angeles to Asia and back that includes stops in half a dozen countries. The 60-day "Circle North Pacific" sailing on the Coral Princess kicks off Sept. 19, 2018

On Padre in Texas, Soft Sand, Shells and Seclusion

Padre Island extends 115 miles down the Texas coast, nearly to the mouth of the Rio Grande. And though its most populous resort town, South Padre Island, is known for its thumping spring break bacchanalia, the majority of this unattached spit of land remains uncivilized in the other sense of the word

An Airline Tried to get a Musician to Check her 17th-Century Violin. A ‘Wrestling Match’ Ensued

For the small fraternity of people who make their living coaxing musical notes out of vulnerable pieces of wood and metal, few things are more terrifying than seeing an expensive, defenseless instrument disappear on that little conveyor belt at the airport

The Secret Corner of Tenerife that will Change your Mind about the Island

I’ll admit that Tenerife had never been on my list of must-dos. But all of my illustrious predecessors had written spell-bindingly about the loveliness of this northern region, about landscapes studded with cypresses and oleander, about exquisite parks and gardens decked with vivid red tangles of Canarian bell flowers, and about the magical sight of Mount Teide in the distance

Pilots Blamed after Delta Flight landed at the Wrong Airport

An investigation has said pilot error was to blame after a Delta Air Lines flight carrying 129 passengers landed at the wrong airport in South Dakota. Flight 2845 from Minneapolis touched down at Ellsworth Air Force Base (RCA), around six miles from its intended destination, Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP)

This Swiss 'Hotel' Doesn't Even Have A Roof, But People Are Loving It

An overnight stay in a double bed “suite” in a field costs $306, but you do get a drink on arrival, breakfast and the services of a “modern butler” ― typically a local farmer in rubber boots. He or she escorts guests to the site, provides weather reports and delivers local jokes through a broken-down TV set

The Trumps are Planning to Open a Line of three-star Hotels

On Monday, the Trump Organization announced plans for the new three-star hotel chain, which will be called American Idea. According to a press release issued by the company, the new hotel chain will combine three-star accommodations with an eye toward paying tribute to the stars and stripes

How to Keep your Laptop Safe in Checked Luggage

The ban is not off the table for Europe and other regions around the world. Especially for business travelers who may be carrying classified corporate information, the thought of checking a computer for a long-haul flight is not ideal

Hatch Show Print: A Nashville Institution

According to Aubry, more than 100,000 visitors experience Hatch Show Print annually. Tourists, some trekking across the globe from Australia and Asia, stop by for a taste of artistic Americana. Hatch invites visitors inside to witness the ink-fed heart of its operation by taking an interactive tour or workshop

3 Memphis Getaways: Rock star, Rustic or Refined

A truly relaxing getaway is one where you can check into a hotel and never get behind the wheel again until it's time to head home. Visitors to Memphis will find two new resort hotels and one established classic that offer plenty to keep guests entertained

A Hike and a Happy Hour: Explore splendid Camano Island and its new Naked City pub

Here’s an easy, 2-mile round-trip walk through a chlorophyll-packed forest with dainty wildflowers at your feet, to a wildlife oasis where beavers have dammed a small stream to create a lake teeming with lily pads, cattails and birds of many species

Port Everglades Investing $100 Million to Renovate Royal Caribbean Cruise Terminal

Port Everglades has announced an investment of over $100 million for a complete makeover of Cruise Terminal 25, which will continue to be a preferential berth for Royal Caribbean Cruises, Ltd. as part of a new long-term agreement approved unanimously by the Broward County Board of County Commissioners

Beach bodies: Vacations aren't just for Relaxing anymore as Beachgoers Exercise and Eat Healthy

As vacationers' fitness needs have grown, business owners have stepped up, opening juice bars like Green Man, natural markets, yoga studios, gyms and other businesses that promote a healthy lifestyle

Exploring Underground Railroad ties in Southwest Michigan

It takes just two hours to get from Chicago to this don't-blink-or-you'll-miss-it town in Cass County, but the drive through farmland and small towns in Southwest Michigan ends in a destination steeped in history

Traveling This Summer? Skip the Rental Car and Try This Trick Instead

Even the most nomadic among us might admit that the worst thing about traveling is that it often comes with a fair amount of tedium: the booking of the airline tickets, the reserving of the hotel room, the standing in the TSA security-check line. It all makes for a rather dull time

The Treaty of Tordesillas

On June 7, 1494, the countries of Spain and Portugal signed the Treaty of Tordesillas, so named for the Spanish city it was created in

Air China Passenger Plane 'Nearly Crashes into a Mountain'

An Air China plane yesterday narrowly missed flying into a mountain in Hong Kong after the pilot allegedly made a wrong turn, according to Chinese media. It's reported that the pilot had failed to understand the instructions from an air traffic controller and veered towards the mountain minutes after the takeoff

On a Georgia Island, a Lot of Good Food and Plenty of Nothing

In the way that the Facebook co-founder Mark Zuckerberg and the Oracle billionaire Larry Ellison have bought up large chunks of Hawaii, the barons of the Gilded Age took control of Georgia’s barrier islands. Jekyll Island, just to the north, was the most popular. Today, it has 63 holes of golf and a water park

Yosemite National Park: Majesty is Never out of Season

Millions come to marvel at the wonders of Yosemite. And what wonders they are: towering sequoias and deep valleys; meadows of flowers and mountains of granite; glaciers, wildlife and waterfalls. If you’re planning a trip this year, or any year, here’s what you should know

72-hour sale: Southwest Fares Fall Below $100 Round-trip

Southwest’s big twice-a-year fare sale is back, with round-trip fares below $100 on dozens of the carrier’s shortest routes. Flights begin at $49 each way on Southwest’s shortest routes and increase to $79, $99 or $129 each way for longer flights

The Secret German Village – In the Middle of Argentina

Walking through La Cumbrecita is a surreal experience. The street signs are in German. The restaurants serve schnitzel and goulash, while the delis peddle Bavarian-style beer and jars of homemade sauerkraut. Surreal, that is, because this town is in the middle of Argentina

The UK Attractions Every Jane Austen Fan Should Visit

It’s her writing table that really sets the pulses racing apparently – the 12-sided walnut surface (scarcely big enough for an iPad and a latte) on which Jane Austen wrote Emma, Persuasion and Mansfield Park. This is the inanimate object that visitors to Jane Austen’s House Museum, in the Hampshire village of Chawton, make a beeline for

The 7 Scariest Water Slides In The World

while many will be spending time grilling and relaxing in the comforts of their own backyards, there isn’t much which defines summer fun more than spending a day at a water park. You might as well make it a trip to remember by heading to those locations that feature some of the world’s scariest rides

Hiking the West Highland Way: Seven-day, 96-mile Hike Starts in the Rolling Lowlands near Loch Lomond

I was part of a group on a guided walking tour of the West Highland Way, which stretches from Milngavie (pronounced Mal-guy) just outside Glasgow to Fort William almost due North. The 96-mile hike transitioned from rolling lowland to majestic highland scenery with the beautiful Loch Lomond being the focus of the first few days of the walk

Universal Offers up New look at Aventura Hotel

Universal's sixth on-site hotel is arriving summer 2018, but you can get an early look at what Aventura Hotel will look like now. Universal Orlando released a 360-degree YouTube video showing the exterior and interior of the 600-room hotel that will be located near Sapphire Falls Resort

Good News, Travelers: Your new California Driver's License may be Golden in the Coming years for Airport Security

Like many other states, California has driver’s licenses that do not meet federal standards for identification deemed trustworthy enough to grant you access to a commercial airplane. For this you can thank the Real ID Act, the 2005 congressional legislation that asked states to comply with tougher post-9/11 requirements for issuing driver’s licenses

Six Amazing Places to Stay for Free Around the World – If you Volunteer

For almost 30 years, Helga de Silva Blow Perera, the flamboyantly attired owner of Helga’s Folly, a 30-room boutique hotel overlooking the Sri Lankan city of Kandy, has covered the walls of her estate with frenetic and dreamlike murals. In 1994, Helga inherited the property and established her own hotel

The Hotel that Encourages Guests to Pose Naked for Artistic Sketches

It's the latest campaign from the playful, Australian-based collection of hotels, strewn across the metropolitan hubs of Victoria, South Australia and Queensland. The idea is this: guests abandon their inhibitions (and clothes), allowing a team of artists to transform their naked limbs into a sketch

Royal Caribbean Reinstates Corkage Fee for Wine Brought Onboard

Royal Caribbean has reinstated its corkage fee for wine brought onboard by passengers. The $15 per bottle fee will be charged for the opening of any bottle brought onboard by passengers on embarkation day

Crime on a Cruise Ship

Life on board a cruise ship can seem like an unattainably perfect dream. Is it really so idyllic? Surely crime or violence cannot be far away? If so, how are passengers protected? The facts – and statistics – show that cruise is the safest of all forms of travel

Lauren's List: Helpful Hints Before You Travel

We put so much thought into booking flights and hotels and packing our bags, that we sometimes overlook important things at home before we hit the road. Today’s “Lauren’s List” has some helpful hints of what you should be doing any time you leave town for a few days or more

Trump's Latest Tweets Could Hurt Effort to Restore Travel Ban

President Donald Trump on Monday derided the revised travel ban as a "watered down" version of the first and criticized his own Justice Department's handling of the case - potentially hurting the administration's defense of the ban as the legal battle over it reaches a critical new stage

First Drive-in Movie Theater is Opened

On June 6, 1933, the first drive-in movie theater was opened by Richard Hollingshead

Airlines Step Up Stopover Options

Travelers with ambitious travel plans may find additional multicity routes at bargain rates as international airlines add free stopovers and other incentives to make the midway hub a second destination

Nine Places that Aren't on your Bucket List (But Should Be)

Tourist-packed sights are the new normal in many places, thanks to expanding affordable air routes. Expand your bucket-list travel beyond the typical tourist favorites with these underrated islands, countries and cities around the world

The Latest Giant of the Seas, MSC Meraviglia, Christened in France

The short list of the world's biggest cruise ships now, officially, includes a vessel from MSC Cruises. The Switzerland-based line on Saturday formally welcomed its new giant, MSC Meraviglia, with a star-studded christening ceremony in Le Havre, France

This App Makes Pre-Flight Safety Demonstration Genuinely Fun

Air Safety World is a free app with cute graphics and quirky jokes which could help modernise airline safety manuals and increase passenger engagement, making us all safer as we fly

Aspen in Summer: The Colorado Ski Town that Isn't Just For Winter

When you think of Aspen, you might think snow and celebrities – the Kardashians famously sweep into town every January on a wave of furry snow boots and sponsorships. But this upmarket ski resort is the quintessential American town – except it has a rebel heart and a movie worthy location

Freepoint Hotel is a Best Western transformed

This North Cambridge oasis, the Fresh Pond Reserve, isn’t on most tourist’s to-do lists, but it’s certainly a bonus for those who choose to stay at the stylish boutique hotel, Freepoint, a couple of minutes walk away on bustling Alewife Brook Parkway

Putrajaya from above: Ballooning over Malaysia's most Architecturally Stunning City

Swathes of green forest are flanked by the curved navy lines of a river, while cutting-edge architecture is reduced to miniature art, its bold patterns contrasting with the subtler designs of nature. Floating high above Malaysia's administrative capital, Putrajaya, these beguiling sights have silenced the five occupants of our hot air balloon, a quiet broken only by the occasional roar of its fire release

1,100 miles: Discovering Florida's Hidden Trail

Dozens of hikers head to the trail's start every year, a small plaque engraved in stone behind a visitor's center on U.S. 41 halfway between Naples and Miami. Few of them make it to the end, to the northern terminus 1,100 miles away, among the faded brick ruins of a long abandoned military fort off Pensacola Beach

5 Things to Know Before You Take Your Pet on Vacation

Taking your pet on a foreign vacation isn’t as simple as you might think, but with the right preparation, it can result in an incredibly memorable holiday. The real work is done before the trip even begins, so you can relax and enjoy yourself once the plane takes off

10 of the Best New Summer Activity Holidays in the Alps

From ziplines in Switzerland to walking holidays in Italy and France, plus mountain bike breaks and an outdoor festival, the Alps are worth a ‘peak’ this summer

So long, Furnace Creek Resort. $50-million Renovation Brings New Name: The Oasis at Death Valley

When Death Valley’s renovated resort reopens in the fall, it will have a new look — and a new name. The former Furnace Creek Resort will be called the Oasis at Death Valley

Qatar Diplomatic Row: What to Do if Your Flight is Cancelled

Hundreds of passengers flying to cities in the Middle East via Doha from the UK have been told they will be issued full refunds and redirected to a nearby destination, in the wake of a diplomatic row to erupt in the Gulf region

Royal Caribbean Cruises Confirms Return to Lifou in 2017/2018

Royal Caribbean Cruises has confirmed the line plans to call at Lifou during the upcoming South Pacific season after it cancelled several visits last summer

Elvis appears on Milton Berle’s Show

On June 5, 1956 Elvis Presley appeared on the Milton Berle Show. The entertainer performed the song “Hound Dog”, singing without his guitar

Where do British families Most Want to go on Holiday?

In an attempt to get beyond the bubble, we asked Airbnb which destinations British families are booking. Data from the online property rentals marketplace over the past six weeks shows a range of destinations - some well-trodden by British families, but with some surprising entries

Totoro The Mystical Creature Is Getting Its Very Own Theme Park

The governor of Japan’s Aichi prefecture announced Thursday that it is building an entire theme park based on director Hayao Miyazaki’s cult classic animated film “My Neighbor Totoro” in partnership with Studio Ghibli Inc., according to The Japan Times

On San Antonio’s River Walk, a Sleek Hotel From a Fussier Era

At the upriver end of the River Walk in San Antonio is the Hotel Emma, a 146-room boutique hotel that upends visitors’ perception of this low-key city. The hotel was refashioned from a section of the Pearl Brewery, an imposing 1894 building

What' Cooking? Culinary Vacations in New England

Culinary vacations are hot these days. Here are four getaway spots that offer hands-on cooking lessons and access to top chefs

See Summer's Total Eclipse on the Open Seas with Royal Caribbean Cruise Package

Royal Caribbean has announced that it will offer a special set of events to coincide with the eclipse on a journey dubbed the Total Eclipse Cruise. Michael Bayley, President and CEO of Royal Caribbean International, explained via press release, “We’re set to take vacationers on an unprecedented experience that is nearly a century in the making.”

New 18-hour United Flight to Contend for Title of World's Longest

United Airlines already flies the longest non-stop route of any U.S. airline. Now it's ready to add a route that would become the longest of any carrier flying to or from the United States

Grand Canyon National Park: Always More to See

Grand Canyon National Park drew nearly 6 million visitors in 2016 and is the second-most-visited national park in the system, behind the Great Smoky Mountains park (which had more than 11 million visitors last year)

Where the Earth's Mightiest Army Roamed

In the high mountains of northwestern China, the village of Hemu is a place where time stopped long ago. Located on the western shores of Kanas Lake in the Alti Mountains of Xinjiang province, where maps show a collision between China, Kazakhstan, Russia and Mongolia, Hemu developed quite literally in a fish bowl

This Playful N.H. Landscape is far from Garden-Variety

In the evenings, Jill Nooney and Bob Munger often stroll, glasses of wine in hand, through their 20 acres of gardens. Even they are surprised at what they have accomplished. What began as a lark more than 30 years ago has grown into one of the most beautiful and intriguing private landscapes in New Hampshire

Why You Should Never Walk Through Airport Security Barefoot

Many airports are hectic and crowded. After all, thousands of passengers pass through them on a daily basis. But the dreaded airport security is not only a hassle for many, it can pose a variety of health hazards

A Luxury Train Trip on the Roof of the World

Crossing the spine of the Peruvian Andes, more than 12,000 feet above sea level, between the cities of Cusco, Puno and Arequipa, three days and 456 miles one way, this is the first ever luxury sleeper train in South America. It's a New World version of Europe's Orient Express, adventure and Champagne on the roof of the world

On board Norwegian Jewel, the Australian-bound Ship that Hit Me for Six

When I step aboard the Norwegian Jewel in Vancouver, at the start of a six-day voyage south along the North American coast to Los Angeles, I have already spent several weeks cruising on everything from the newest vessel navigating the seven seas to a fleet veteran showing the signs of decades on the deep blue. It doesn’t take long before the Norwegian Jewel starts to impress me

8 Do's and Don'ts of Road Tripping with Tots-in-Tow

After 2-months on the road with stops in over 30 states alongside my husband and our 2 kiddos, I am now a self-proclaimed expert “road-tripper”. While I realize even a long weekend trip with kids in the car seems daunting, it can be surprisingly manageable

Hippy Hangouts Around the World: Readers’ Tips

Fifty years on from the Summer of Love, readers reveal the laid-back spots around the world where it’s still possible to turn up and drop out

In Santiago, a Regal Old Neighborhood Opens Its Doors

Lastarria, a triangular barrio partly closed to traffic by Santa Lucía Hill to the west and Parque Forestal to the north, was off my radar. Lately, though, with a half-dozen hotels having opened in Lastarria in the last two years alone, not to mention dozens of new shops and restaurants, it’s where everyone wants to be

The Ultimate Dream Escape: An Undersea Luxury Hotel for $2,500 a Night

Right now it's only a dream. But if Planet Ocean Underwater Hotels' founder and managing director, Tony Webb, gets his way, it could change the way people think about their next vacation — and help the environment at the same time

The 50 Best Boutique Hotels in Europe

Whether in the city or the country, beside the sea or in the mountains, with four bedrooms or 45 (though no more than that), the best of them are cool and stylish, glossy and bespoke, designed to pique the interest, stimulate the senses and make serious hotel junkies of us all

World's Largest Airplane is Rolled Out

Stratolaunch -- which is designed to release rockets that will carry satellites into space -- has a 385-foot wingspan, features six engines used by the Boeing 747, stands 50 feet tall and can carry more than 500,000 pounds of payload. And it has those 28 wheels

Queen Elizabeth II Crowned

On this day in 1953, the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II was held, having been delayed almost a year since her ascension to Queen to properly mourn her father, King George VI

36 Hours in Canterbury, England

In bygone times there was nothing quick about getting to Canterbury — whether on foot, or at the comfortable horseback pace. Today the most devoted pilgrims still make their way to Canterbury on foot. But most visitors get here from London in just under an hour on the Javelin, Britain’s fastest domestic train

How to Make the Most of a Sports-Centered Trip

Major sporting events, such as the Super Bowl, the Kentucky Derby and the World Series, offer enticing entertainment worth traveling for, said Craig Fravel, the president and chief executive of the Breeders’ Cup, the annual international horse racing championships. Mr. Fravel shares his advice on how to make the most out of a trip to see a popular sporting event

Norwegian Air to fly to Italy from Three U.S. cities; $189 one-way Fares

Norwegian Air is adding another new European destination from the United States: Rome. The service will start in November with non-stop flights from both Newark Liberty and Los Angeles

Yet Another Giant New Cruise Ship Takes to the Sea

The cruise world welcomed another giant on Wednesday as MSC Cruises took delivery of its biggest ship ever, the 171,598-ton MSC Meraviglia. Officials at the STX France shipyard in Saint-Nazaire, France, officially turned over the 19-deck-high, $1 billion vessel to MSC Cruises executives during a dockside ceremony

Take Me Away: Wine and Beyond in Beautiful Bordeaux

Bordeaux began as an ancient village named Burdigala along the Garonne River in what is today southwest France. It was ruled for centuries by the Celts, the Romans, the English and then finally the French

Vesterbro: 10 Things to Do in Copenhagen's Fashionable Meat Packing District

Located just behind Tivoli Gardens, the once seedy Vesterbro area, famous for its red light district, is now the coolest part of Copenhagen. In the streets radiating down from Copenhagen’s central railway station, you’ll find new bars and restaurants, independent hotels, organic food shops and vintage outlets

Ciudad Juarez Museum Seeks to Tell Mexican Revolution Story

Within a 20-minute walk from the Stanton Street Port of Entry in El Paso, Texas, visitors to Ciudad Juarez can enjoy a different experience and get a better understanding of a moment in history that fundamentally changed Mexico and the United States

The World's Newest Airline Launches Today - and Promises the First Budget Flights to South America

The world's newest airline will begin operations today when flight IB2623 takes off from Barcelona, bound for Los Angeles – in what is being seen as a minor revolution for the air industry

JetBlue Could Soon Let You Scan Your Face To Board Planes

JetBlue is offering the technology to customers flying between Boston and the Caribbean island of Aruba this month. The airline announced on Wednesday that it would test the new software on the route from Boston’s Logan International Airport in partnership with Customs and Border Protection

Nova Scotia Noir: A Journey through Black history in Canada Reveals a Surprising Bond

It may not have the name recognition of better-known Canadian cities like Toronto, Montreal or even Quebec, but as the birthplace of retired professional wrestler Rocky "Soulman" Johnson - father to none other than wrestler-turned-actor Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson - and as the place where parts of the films "Titanic" (cue Celine Dion) and "Jumping the Broom" were filmed, it's safe to say that Nova Scotia holds its own as a noteworthy destination

Vashon’s Sheepdog Trials are a Treat for Dog Lovers — and Knitters

There are plenty of events to escape to this summer around Puget Sound, but none transport you to another time and place quite like the Vashon Sheepdog Classic. Though it has grown substantially in its seven years, now touted as the most-attended herding event on the West Coast, the rural charm that first captivated me remains

Florida Resorts Offer up Savings and Unique Deals for Summer

It’s officially summertime in Florida so grab your sunscreen and your flip flops because deals are hot and adventures abound all over the state

What I’ve Learnt from 100 Cruises: Top tips from a Cruise Addict

Growing up in a fishing family in northern England, Armstrong was introduced to life on the water from a young age, and since embarking his first cruise as a teen, he’s been hooked. Now based in Sydney, he took some time out from travelling the world to share his tips and tricks with Escape

Universal: Expansion of Cabana Bay Towering over new Water Park

The expansion of Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort is complete, just in time for swimsuit season. It’s in a prime position for that — the two towers are adjacent to Volcano Bay, the water park that officially opened last week. All 400 of the new rooms are available, and half of those overlook the 28-acre water park

CNN Launches

On this day in 1980, the Cable News Network, CNN, launched at 5:00 PM EST

Swiss Village Wants to Ban Photos, says it's Too Beautiful for Social Media

You won’t be seeing anymore wistful wish-you-were-here posts on social media about this idyllic town in Switzerland. That's because the village has voted to ban tourists from taking photos. The commune of Bergün/Bravuogn, north of the popular alpine resort town St. Moritz, voted to bring in the new law in its municipal assembly on Monday, according to The Local

On the Costa Rican Coast, Finding Pura Vida on a Budget

Gamboling through European capitals is always fine and worthwhile, but you never really forget about the emails, voice mail messages and bills that await you at home. In Drake Bay, on the richly biodiverse southwestern coast of Costa Rica, it’s possible to truly disconnect

Robotic Kiosks and Other New Tech Coming to Your Airport

There’s some cool new technology — and creative uses of emerging technologies — poised to make your trip through the airport less painful and, possibly, more rewarding. That’s the takeaway from the Air Transport IT Summit held in Brussels last week

British Airways Compensation: Airline Agrees to Cover Cost of Flights and Claims Under EU Rules After its System Failure

British Airways will meet all claims for compensation stipulated by EU rules for cancelled or heavily delayed flights, after the systems failure at the weekend disrupted travel for thousands of passengers. The airline has also softened its stance on refusing to cover the cost of flights on alternative airlines for passengers who used their initiative to escape the chaos at Heathrow and Gatwick

Crocosaurus Cove: Swimming with Crocodiles at Darwin's Scariest Attraction

The only thing protecting me from this fate at Chopper’s gnashers is a thin strip of Perspex, known hyperbolically as the Cage of Death. This especially unnerving piece of daredevilry is the star attraction of Darwin’s Crocosaurus Cove, which houses some of the biggest crocodiles on earth in the middle of the Northern Territory’s most notorious boozing street

Cirque de Soleil Takes its Act to Sea on New Mediterranean cruises

As Cirque du Soleil takes its act to sea through a new partnership with MSC Cruises, there’s no use rehearsing on solid land. The maiden trip leaves June 4 from Marseille to Genoa, Naples and Messina in Italy; Valletta, Malta; and Barcelona

Philadelphia’s Music History — A DIY Tour

Philadelphia doesn’t make it easy for music fans to explore the city’s vast and rich musical legacy, but you can cobble together a do-it-yourself tour of the sights, sounds and neighborhoods that nurtured talent. Here are some spots to swing by

15 Underrated But Totally Romantic Beach Destinations

Bali, Fiji, the Maldives... When it comes to romantic beach trips, the options can seem surprisingly overdone, overcrowded or overpriced ― especially if you’re craving someplace that’s not in the typical playbook for a honeymoon or couple’s vacation

First ever Philadelphia to Iceland flight Diverted to Boston

The first flight from Philadelphia to Iceland was not a smooth one. That Icelandair flight bound for Reykjavik with Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney on board had to be diverted to Boston for an undisclosed reason

Packing cells: The Packing Tip that Changed my Luggage — and my life

For the uninitiated, packing cells, or cubes as they are sometimes called, come in various sizes and allow you to transform your suitcase into a beautifully organised space

Glamping in Wadi Rum, Jordan: This is One Unforgettable Tent Stay

When we arrive at Captain’s Desert Camp for the night, I feel as though I’m stepping onto a movie set, so surreal are the hulking sandstone hills behind it. Inside my spacious Bedouin tent — fashioned from a blend of wool and camel hair — an Aladdin’s cave of wonders beckons. The walls are lined with rugs and fabrics in varying designs and the ceiling draped with satin

'Lost City' no More, Machu Picchu feels the Strain of Booming Tourism

Peru's Machu Picchu — heralded as the "Lost City of the Incas" by American explorer Hiram Bingham, who rediscovered the largely forgotten site more than 100 years ago — has evolved into a tourist magnet. Buses full of visitors regularly zigzag up and down the road that leads to this bucket-list destination built centuries ago, high in the Andes

Can Travel Make You Fall in Love?

Finding true love in a far-away land, reclaiming a bit of joie de vivre through a holiday romance. These are such commonly woven yarns that they border on cliché. Dr. Parker says falling in love with a place may affect how we fall in love with a person

Where to Find Great Burgers and Beers on your Next Cruise

Cruise lines pride themselves in coming up with tempting dining options. But what if you just feel like a plain ol’ burger and a beer when you’re at sea? They’ve got that covered too, but in a very gourmet way. Here’s where you’ll find great options for upscale burgers (vegetarian ones too) and remarkable beers

Tour this Swoon-Worthy Luxury Resort on Nicaragua's Breezy Southern Coast

Open barely four years, the 1,670-acre Mukul Resort, on Nicaragua's breezy southern coast, is the country's luxury beacon. The vast majority of the land remains raw, hilly jungle, and the section devoted to the resort contains just 37 ultra-private casitas, a long crescent beach, a swoon-worthy golf course and everything a pampered traveler would need for a week of barefoot luxury

The Newest Extra for Serious Travelers: A Mini-Gym Inside your Hotel Room

For a premium of $45.00 per night, guests can reserve the "Five Feet to Fitness" package, which is a normal-sized room with a gym on one side, where the carpet ends. The cost is about the same as one class at a boutique fitness studio, like SoulCycle

Big Ben

Big Ben, the tower clock in St. Stephen's Tower that looks out over the Houses of Parliament in Westminster, London began keeping time on this date in 1859

United Airlines President Says If You're Uncomfortable In Coach, It's Your Own Fault

Skift managed to get wind of this thoughts from a recent town hall meeting with employees. I fear you may find some of his sentiments a bit of a drag. Kirby mused this on the subject of coach seats having little to no legroom -- sometimes, the closest measure of this is called seat pitch

Mount Toubkal: How to Climb North Africa's Highest Mountain in a Weekend

The tour I’ve joined, Climb Mount Toubkal and Explore Marrakech, requires two days away from your desk. There’s the chance to snoop around the souks and mosques of Morocco’s most famous city on the Friday, before staying at a traditional riad and striking out for the mountain on Saturday morning

Direct Flights from London to Sydney Could Be a Thing in Five Years

As the fare for its first non-stop flight between the UK and Australia rises towards £2,000 return, Qantas is contemplating pushing the boundaries even further – and seriously considering connections from London to Melbourne and Sydney

The Last Troglodytes of Iran

Iran's ancient village of Maymand, located around 900km south of the capital Tehran, is littered with troglodytic dwellings ‒ cavernous, underground homes carved out of soft rock. Stone engravings found at the site are estimated to be more than 10,000 years old. A Unesco World Heritage Site, Maymand is said to have been inhabited continuously for more than 2,000 years

Worst Airports for Summer

Even without the snow and inclimate weather, summertime is no picnic for busy travelers. Some delays are inevitable but it turns out several airports perform a lot worse than others during this busy travel season

Hot Hotels Across Canada: New and Renovated Properties from Victoria to Halifax

Hotel options across Canada are growing almost daily — great news for Canadians who want to vacation at home this year. Plus, new and renovated properties from Victoria to Halifax

Orlando’s Not the Only Hot Spot — Theme Park Fun Around U.S.

Orlando, Florida, often gets the spotlight when it comes to theme parks. This year is no exception with the openings of Disney World’s Pandora-World of Avatar and Universal’s Volcano Bay water park. But plenty of new attractions are opening elsewhere, from interactive rides that offer different experiences each time you go, to new parks in Alabama and North Carolina

Best Way to Sleep on a Red-Eye Flight in Economy

Ah the dreaded red-eye. No matter how often you fly or how much of an experienced traveller you are, a long haul red eye-flight in economy is never going to be high on anyone’s wish list

Cruise advice: What To Do on Days at Sea on a Repositioning Cruise

With a five-day ocean crossing scheduled for the second week of ours, we learned after coming aboard that rerouting to avoid Cyclone Cook would give us even more time at sea – three consecutive days before we reached the first port. Are long stretches at sea a problem? I was going to find out

This is What a $90 Million Water Fountain Looks Like

Dancing fountains have been the subject of garden theater for hundreds of years, but the arrival of Longwood's Main Fountain Garden and its first illuminated public show promises a display that Europe's old ruling grandees could not have imagined but no doubt would have loved

The 10 Best Places to Picnic in the West

There's just one rule for picnics: They must be outdoors, and eating inside your car doesn't count. One can quibble over the menu — melon gazpacho or PB and J sandwiches? — but it's the setting that sets the mood and creates memories that can last a lifetime

Eigg, Britain’s Most Eco-Friendly Island

There’s something particularly satisfying about observing an island from the summit of its very own mountain. As we stood at the top of An Sgùrr, the only peak on Eigg worthy of the name (and, for gatherers of arcane facts, the largest pitchstone ridge in Europe), we gazed over the sheer cliffs at a land turned a warm russet by seas of dormant bracken and heather

Travel Bloggers: Money-saving Tips all Travelers Should Try

As part of USA TODAY’s new travel research portal Embark, we’ve assembled an expert panel of travel bloggers to share their best advice to help you travel smarter, safer and more economically. This month’s query: Name one important money-saving tip you’d tell all travelers to try

Ponant's 'Blue Eye' Underwater Lounge to Feature Vibrating Sofas and Hydrophone Sound System on Four New Cruise Ships

Is this the most exciting new feature for a cruise ship? While other cruise lines launch onboard versions of amenities and attractions found on land, Ponant has designed a venue that heightens the experience of the ocean -- an underwater lounge that allows passengers to see, hear and virtually feel the passing marine life of the deep sea

10 Of The World's Best Desert Hotels

When you think of beautiful and luxurious getaways, islands and beaches are often the first places that spring to mind. But desert landscapes offer equally dazzling views, a heightened sense of adventure -- and a decidedly less clichéd experience

Hotels, Feeling the Pinch of Airbnb, Promote Local Experiences

Travelers can now sign up through hotels and tour operators for experiences arranged by locals. The latest to join the trend are Marriott International, which recently took a stake in PlacePass, the tour- and activity-booking start-up, and Royal Caribbean Cruises, which just introduced GoBe, a seller of land-based tours and activities

The Dedication of the Lincoln Memorial

The Lincoln Memorial was dedicated on this date in 1922. In 1867, only two years after his assassination, the US Congress authorized the Lincoln Monument Association to build a memorial to Lincoln

Celestyal Cruises Launches New Website

Celestyal Cruises, announces the launch of its new website. Created to provide the best-possible user experience, the redesigned site, now compatible with all browsers and mobile devices, offers visitors a faster, simpler booking process and a comprehensive introduction to the company’s cruises, services and unique selling points

TSA PreCheck Additions: Singapore, Turkish and Silver Among New Airlines

The Transportation Security Administration’s PreCheck program continues to expand to more airlines. The agency announced Thursday that seven airlines have been added

10 Insanely Affordable Summer Destinations for 2017

It’s that time of year again — school is out and you’re headed on your ultimate summer vacation. Whether you’re traveling with friends, family, a partner or solo, these 10 affordable summer destinations won’t disappoint

Bank Holiday Weekend: Big Queuse at Gatwick Airport as Baggage Problems Hit to Start May Break

Queues, delays and confusion have marred the start of the Bank Holiday getaway for airline passengers at Gatwick airport. Dozens of flights from the North Terminal have left late, many of them without all the bags on board, following a baggage system failure

Legendary Dreamland Amusement Park Relaunches this Weekend

But this year, promises CEO Steven Mitchell, we can expect a unique seaside experience in keeping with Margate’s Victorian heyday. Dreamland will emphasize its heritage qualities, insists Mitchell, doing away with anything tacky or tatty. This means you’ll find a slew of vintage fairground rides: dodgems, swing boats, a helter skelter, Wedgwood teacups, a waltzer and a mirror maze

Adriatic Holidays: What to See and Do in the Most Underrated Corner of the Mediterranean

For such a major historical arena, the Adriatic is not large – about a fifth the size of the North Sea – and barely 500 miles (800km) long and 120 miles (200km) across at its widest point. But beyond Venice, its most celebrated destination, and to a lesser extent Dubrovnik and Puglia, this is a region without obvious focus for visitors, and one whose variety makes it hard pin down

This Is A Head Holder For Napping On Planes And It Looks Amazing

The JetComfy is a memory foam cushion on an extendable base, which you can slide onto your armrest and clip into place. Adjust the cushion’s tilt to your liking, then nap away. Then retract the base and fold it back up when you’re done

Explore America’s Stunning Marine Sanctuaries Without Getting Wet

The United States is home to many underwater treasures: the haunting shipwrecks of Thunder Bay, the colorful corals of Gray’s Reef, the barnacle-covered statue of Christ in the Florida Keys. For most Americans, however, these sights are out of reach

The Mount Washington Hotel is Still a Stunner

For the last several years, Omni Hotels and Resorts has owned the establishment; during the group’s tenure, extensive renovations and expansions have gone into the hotel, though great care has gone into retaining the structure’s original architectural details

When Hobbies Take you Traveling

Knitting, astronomy, cloud watching, painting. Hobbies like these are often solitary pursuits, which is part of their appeal. But sometimes it’s good to get out there

The Best Memorial Day Weekend Getaways the USA Has to Offer

Holiday weekends in the U.S. are always a terrific time for traveling. Sure, things might be busy since more people are off from work, but you should never let that deter you from taking a trip to a fun, new destination. Hurry up and make these travel plans to ensure a fantastic Memorial Day weekend

Carnival Raising Price on Bottomless Bubbles Program

Carnival Cruise Line is raising the price on their Bottomless Bubbles Program beginning on May 25, 2017. The Bottomless Bubbles Program gives Carnival passengers unlimited soft drinks and select juices throughout their cruises

Celebrity Constellation Delayed in Barcelona For Two Days Post Dry Dock Due to Propulsion Issues

Celebrity Constellation has been delayed in Barcelona until Sunday due to propulsion issues -- just a day after its dry dock refurbishment. The 2,170-passenger ship was due to depart today but will now skip Monaco -- where the Grand Prix is taking place -- and Villefranche (Nice) and will sail straight to Genoa, where it will resume its planned itinerary

First Look at New Pixar Concert at Disney's Hollywood Studios

The show titled “The Music of Pixar LIVE! A Symphony of Characters” begins May 26 and will feature a full orchestra performing a 40-minute homage to Pixar films, along with accompanying video and character appearances on stage and clips of some of the famous folk who helped create the memorable songs

The Best New Hotel Openings in New York for 2017

Our guide to the best new New York hotels opening in 2017, from The Hoxton Williamsburg to The Whitby

Hot New Hotels across Canada

Hotel options across Canada are growing almost daily, which is great news for Canadians looking to stay home and avoid the U.S. dollar exchange and for Americans or others who want to take advantage of our lagging loonie. Here are some new properties and major renovations to look at across the country

First Look at the New American Constellation

American Cruise Lines, the largest U.S. cruise line, released photos of its newest ship, American Constellation

Indian Removal Act

The Twenty-First Congress of the United States of America on May 26, 1830 passed the Indian Removal Act of 1830

Celestyal Cruises Launches New Website

Celestyal Cruises, announces the launch of its new website. Created to provide the best-possible user experience, the redesigned site, now compatible with all browsers and mobile devices, offers visitors a faster, simpler booking process and a comprehensive introduction to the company’s cruises, services and unique selling points

For Frank Lloyd Wright’s 150th, Tours, Exhibitions and Tattoos

Born on June 8, 1867, Wright designed more than a thousand structures during a career that shaped the country’s architectural and cultural identity. To commemorate the milestone, historic Wright sites, museums and hotels are celebrating with special events, new exhibitions and anniversary packages

Pets on the Premises? It’s a Hotel Perk

When booking a room, it may not occur to travelers to ask whether a hotel has pets. Some hotels are luring customers with mascots, and not just dogs, but also birds, cats, tortoises and even donkeys

36 Hours in Indianapolis

As Indianapolis gets caught up in the whir of activity surrounding the 101st Indianapolis 500 — a leg in the Triple Crown of Motorsport — remember that there is more to the capital of Indiana than this annual spectacle of parades, military tributes and milk chugging by the champion. The monument-filled, sports-mad city rebuilt its urban core in 2013 with a recreational trail linking cultural sites and introduced the broadest electric car-sharing program in the country in 2015

Seven Surprising Hotel Brands, from CuisinArt to Versace

Luxury fashion houses and upscale dining establishments aren’t the only ones breaking into the hospitality industry. These seven brands also unexpectedly have hotels around the world

Frontier's Two Newest Cities: Providence and Long Island/Islip

Two new cities will join Frontier Airlines’ network this summer. That will come this August when ultra low-cost carrier expands to the T.F. Green Airport near Providence, R.I., and the Long Island MacArthur Airport in Islip, N.Y

Taormina: 10 Things To Do In Sicilian Town Hosting G7 Summit 2017

Taormina has been dealing in drama for thousands of years. Founded in the 4th century BC, this posh Sicilian resort town is home to the second largest Greek theatre in Sicily, after the one in Syracusa. Then there is Taormina

The World's Most Famous Fountains May Be About to Disappear

What Las Vegas giveth, Las Vegas taketh away. Eighteen years after the Bellagio opened and redefined luxury in Sin City, rumours are afoot that the resort plans to ditch its most famous feature - the dancing fountains.

How To Plan Your First Visit To Europe For Summer 2017

Europe is one of the most popular travel destinations for Americans. Its varied cultures and easy-to-use transportation methods enable visitors to travel to multiple countries within a few days. If you’re planning a trip to Europe in 2017, keep these six tips in mind to make sure you have the best experience possible

Battling for Overhead Luggage Space? These Students May Have Found a Solution

For years, passengers on planes have had to grapple not only with tight overhead compartments, but also with shoving their carry-ons below the seats in front of them: sacrificing precious foot space. Now, a group of students from the University of Hong Kong have come up with a clever solution that would free up some leg room without having passengers give up their carry-ons

Carnival Brings Back $49 Deposits for Memorial Day Weekend

Carnival Cruise Line has brought back their most popular cruise sale, cruise deposits starting at just $49 per person in a deal that extends through Memorial Day weekend. There’s never been a better time to plan your next cruise on one of Carnival’s 25 cruise ships

Norwegian Cruise Line Lays the Keel for its Next Breakaway Plus-Class Ship, Norwegian Bliss

The Broadway musical Jersey Boys and Beatles-inspired The Cavern Club will be among the new features on Norwegian Bliss, it was reiterated today at the keel-laying and coin ceremony for the new ship at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg, Germany

New Attractions Coming to Multiple U.S. Theme Parks in 2017

Orlando, Florida, often gets the spotlight when it comes to theme parks. This year is no exception with the openings of Disney World's Pandora-World of Avatar and Universal's Volcano Bay water park. But plenty of new attractions are opening elsewhere, from interactive rides that offer different experiences each time you go, to new parks in Alabama and North Carolina

What Do Pilots (Actually) Do on Long Flights?

For most people, long flights are something to be endured with the help of sleeping masks, movies, and free mini bottles of wine. But while passengers are trying to relax and mentally check out, pilots are doing just the opposite. Even after takeoff, there’s still plenty to do. But what, exactly? In fact, they wear many hats

No Plans for Memorial Day Weekend? 5 Great Places to Play if You Gotta Get Away

The Sierra back country is still covered in snow, and landslides blocking parts of Highway 1 are still sliding. That means many high-elevation campsites in Yosemite and some coastal parks near Big Sur will remain inaccessible over Memorial Day weekend. Still, there are still plenty of other outdoor spots to enjoy. Here are five places in California to drive to for a nature fix during the holiday weekend

America’s Best Train Journeys, Ranked

Sit back and watch the world go by on one of America’s best train journeys. You’ll cross lofty trestles, swoop through long tunnels, snake alongside rivers, and flank canyons — seeing parts of the country accessible only by rail

Great Smoky Mountains National Park has regrown

These are busy times of recovery at Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The half-million-acre park straddles the Tennessee-North Carolina border through the rolling green mountains of Southern Appalachia. Last year set a record with more than 11.3 million recreational visits to the Smokies, more than twice as many visitors as Grand Canyon National Park, the second most visited

The Constitutional Convention Convenes

On May 25th, 1787 the Philadelphia Convention convened with delegates from each of the states

Spirit Airlines Adds Two Routes to Cancun

Spirit Airlines is growing it schedule to Cancun, launching two new routes this fall to the Mexican beach resort. Flights from Baltimore/Washington (BWI) and Chicago O’Hare will begin Nov. 9. Spirit will fly one daily round-trip from each city

Eurostar is Having A 'Snap Sale' On Trips to Paris - And The Prices are Ridiculous

Eurostar, the cross-Channel train operator, is claiming it is charging less than the Heathrow Express and Gatwick Express on trains to and from the Continent. On Wednesday only, Eurostar is selling tickets from London St Pancras to Paris and Brussels for £19 each way

Why There's More to Australia's Red Centre than Ayers Rock

Amid the buzz surrounding British artist Bruce Munro’s epic light installation at Uluru, which was recently extended until next March, Australia’s original outback town has fallen off the tourist radar. But skipping Alice Springs on a Red Centre holiday would be a mistake

5 Reasons To Visit Hawaii Right Now

Few places in the world inspire as much sheet wanderlust as the islands of Hawaii. Home to eight national parks, 400-plus beaches, and countless scenic hikes, the state is a goldmine of staggering natural beauty

Trump's Policies May Cost The U.S. $1.3 Billion In Travel -- Or More

The U.S. will likely miss out on more than $1.3 billion in travel-related expenditures this year, in part due to the Trump administration’s policies, one international business travel group predicts. A loss in that range could mean thousands of lost jobs, and some other analysts project the overall monetary losses will be much higher

Expedia Announces Online Hotel Bookings in Cuba

With its new operation in Cuba, Expedia joins other large U.S. tourism companies like Starwood, despite uncertainties about the future of relations between the two countries in the Trump era. According to the statement, the firm hopes to help Cuba and seeks to benefit local hotels with its tools, technology and experience

Carnival Cruise Line Hosting Record Number of Comedy Shows

Carnival Cruise Line will provide its guests with more laughs than ever in 2017, hosting a record 25,000 shows at its Punchliner Comedy Clubs featured across the 25 cruise ships in their fleet. Boasting more comedians and performances than any land-based comedy club in the U.S., Carnival’s Punchliner Comedy Clubs feature a hilarious lineup of top-notch comedians

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Opens Renovated Terminal in Seattle

After a massive $30 million renovation, the Port of Seattle reopened the Bell Street Cruise Terminal, which will be the new home for Norwegian Bliss and other ships owned by Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings. The Bell Street Cruise Terminal, located at Pier 66, has three times the square footage of the prior facility

Qantas First Class Lounges: 10 Things to Know on Their 10-Year Anniversary

Ten years since Qantas’ First Lounges opened in Sydney and Melbourne, the airline has lifted the lid on some of the secrets of the passengers who’ve lucky enough to hang out there. Chief among the revelations about what the first class crowd gets up to behind closed doors is drinking champagne. Lots of it

Your Guide to Pandora, Disney's New 'Avatar'-Inspired Land

The wait is almost over. Pandora – The World of Avatar at Disney’s Animal Kingdom opens to the general public Saturday. Our guide to Pandora should help visitors navigate the largest expansion in the theme park’s history

Peter Minuit Buys Manhattan

Peter Minuit was the Director-General of the Dutch New World colony of New Netherland

The Haus, Berlin's Buzziest Street Art Exhibit, Is About to Disappear

In West Berlin’s fashionable Charlottenburg neighborhood, amid designer shops and trendy restaurants, more than 165 street, graffiti, and visual artists have seized a five-story abandoned bank building and given it a remarkable makeover. In the place of stuffy offices and storage spaces, you’ll now find 108 rooms transformed into immersive installations

Paradise in the Philippines: A Guide to Palawan

When people talk about traveling to Southeast Asia, Thailand is usually the assumed first stop. But the second-most populous country in that region, the Philippines, is a less-expected selection

Word Up: New Chicago Museum Celebrates American Authors

Seven years in the making, the $5m American Writers Museum (adult $12, child free, open Tues-Sun) offers an entertaining and sometimes surprising tour through the whole tradition, from early colonists to modernists such as Truman Capote and Tennessee Williams. Along the way visitors can learn about their rackety lives and wonderful words, and just how the US has seen itself over the years

Belmond Le Manoir aux Quat'Saisons to Open Britain's First Hotel Gardening School

Named after the Oxfordshire hotel’s charismatic chef and patron, The Raymond Blanc Gardening School will impart secrets and expertise from the team behind the two-acre kitchen garden, which supplies more than 90 varieties of vegetable and 70 types of herb for Blanc’s two-Michelin-starred restaurant

Iceland Welcomes a New Millennial-Perfect Hotel

The Canopy by Hilton brand is a new enterprise for the hotel giant, meant to attract younger travelers to urban areas. The inaugural property in downtown Reykjavik, which celebrated its grand opening in November, hints at a design-forward ethos with plenty of local flair. Its 112 rooms — some with spacious balconies — are spread across six adjacent, connected houses that were renovated for this project

Keep Track of the Small Stuff with this Compact Travel Case

In the eternal quest for better organization on the go, my newest helper is the iGo 6-Compartment Travel Case, a 4.8-by-2½-by-1½-inch container that can store medications, earrings, cufflinks or other small, easy-to-lose items

Finding My Florida

Long before hanging chads and headlines like “Lakeland Woman Treats 6-Foot Gator Like a Baby,” my splintered family shared a unifying dream: Florida, where true happiness was to be found among palm trees and miles of beaches. It was where everything would be O.K. It was our promised land

Drink Up, Business Travelers. The Minibar Is on the Way Out.

Millennials may not be to blame for rooms that have started feeling more space-age than familiar. According to Michael Suomi, principal and vice president for interior design at Stonehill

Want Family Travel to Really Count? Make a Plan

The Krechevskys’ approach embodies the latest trend promoted by the travel industry: family vacation planning. The idea behind it is to encourage families to take the time and save the money so that they can meet all of their travel goals

JetBlue Paints Airbus A320 in Colors of New York City Police

JetBlue rolled out its newest special paint scheme Monday, unveiling a livery honoring the New York City Police Department. The Airbus A320 will begin flying through JetBlue’s 101-city network after Monday’s unveiling at New York's JFK Airport, the carrier's busiest base

Gadgets and Apps Help you Travel Worry-Free

A range of new gadgets and apps, all targeted at security-conscious travelers, are sold to jittery tourists. Though they may address a few of your concerns, they fail to fix the one thing no one talks about

Emirates Airline Accidentally Responds to Customer Complaint with Message Entitled 'Wtf'

“Wtf …” is not a subject line you expect to see in a message from the customer-service staff of one of the world’s biggest airlines. But it was the header for a highly offensive message sent in error to an Emirates passenger who sought compensation after a late flight from Manchester to Dubai

Jerusalem: The New Side of This Centuries-Old City

Jerusalem is gaining some traction as a seriously modern destination thanks to a number of cool openings that rival even sister city Tel Aviv. It may be saturated with must-see tourist sites, but a refreshing crop of boutique hotels, unexpected culinary experiences, and hip bars balance out the serious side of the holy place

Top 10: The Best Five-Star Hotels On The Côte d'Azur

An expert guide to the best five-star hotels on the Côte d'Azur, featuring the best places to stay for first-class service, luxurious settings, Michelin-starred dining, elegant interiors, glamorous pools and historic connections, in locations including Saint-Tropez, Cannes, Nice, Cap d'Antibes and Monte Carlo

10 Of The World's Most Unusual Wineries

There's certainly nothing wrong with the classic wine country experience: tours through the barrel-filled cellars, tastings overlooking the lush, rolling vineyards. But once you've been there and done that, it might be time to try something a little -- or a lot -- less traditional. From underwater wine cellars in Croatia to wine-tasting cabanas in Sonoma, we've handpicked 10 wineries around the globe that are taking wine tourism to a whole new level

Slipping Into An 'Ocean State' Of Mind in Southern Rhode Island

I tasted the ocean in the air as I sat on the outdoor deck at Matunuck Oyster Bar, the ebbing tide draining a few feet from our table into the Great Salt Pond. What harm could it do to spread the word about this slower-paced version of the classic summer beach vacation spot? Less crowded than New England's more popular destinations, it's a bit more affordable and every bit as beautiful

Sydney Opera House Voted TripAdvisor’s Favourite Australian landmark

Travel review site TripAdvisor named the Opera House as the 2017 winner of its Travellers’ Choice Landmarks of Australia awards. Regarded as one of the great architectural achievements of the 20th century, the Opera House attracts over 8 million visitors a year, and hosts more than 2000 performances

Princess Cruises Announces 2018-2019 Caribbean, Hawaii, Alaska, and Mexico Itineraries

Princess Cruises has announced their 2018-2019 Americas cruise itineraries that include cruises to the Caribbean, Panama Canal, Mexico, Hawaii, the California Coast, and Alaska. The upcoming season that is currently open for bookings includes 12 cruise ships, sailing to over 70 destinations on more than 40 unique itineraries on 250 departures from six North American homeports

P&O, Cunard and Princess cruise customers who were overcharged thousands to be refunded

Holidaymakers were charged thousands of pounds extra for cruises they had already paid for late last week, thanks to problems with a payment provider that serves three major cruise firms.

For First-Time Backpackers, Marin is the Perfect Place to Start

While the Mount Wittenberg Trail is steep in sections, the sprawling ferns, patches of wildflowers, draping mosses and soaring butterflies distract us from the hardest of the hiking. Before we know it, we’re zigzagging on the Z Ranch Trail to Sky Trail, where the view spans from Drakes Bay to the Point Reyes Headlands and out to the Farallon Islands

Elvis Presley's Original Luxury Private Jet to be Auctioned

A custom-made private jet personally designed by Elvis Presley, the late American singer, complete with original interiors including red velvet seats and red shag carpet, will be sold to the highest bidder this Saturday, May 27. The 1962 Lockheed Jetstar jet became a tourist attraction where it sat on a runway in Roswell, New Mexico in the US

Summer Heat Makes for Cool Deals at Posh Resorts in Scottsdale, Ariz. Here Are 3 You Shouldn't Miss

When Scottsdale sizzles, prices plummet. That’s pretty much why some posh resorts in the Arizona town offer deep summer room discounts. Here’s your chance to sample the good life — at a fraction of the high-season cost

Windstar Cruises Adds 20 New Itineraries in Europe

Small ship cruise line Windstar Cruises continues to make big changes to its deployment, announcing eight new itineraries in Northern Europe and 12 new Mediterranean itineraries, bringing Windstar’s total unique itineraries in Europe for 2018 to an impressive 40. The itineraries beget 26 new European ports, increasing the company’s global number of maiden ports to 93 for 2018

The Deaths of Bonnie and Clyde

Bonnie Elizabeth Parker and Clyde Barrow, better known as "Bonnie and Clyde" share the same date of death: May 23, 1934

Host Agency Reviews is conducting a Travel Agent Income Survey

While the survey is the first-ever to emphasis hosted agent income, it is open and available to all travel agents, and can be accessed here

Hotels Add Plugs, Ports for Device-Laden Guests

Many older hotel rooms have outlets hidden behind nightstands and desks. But hoteliers are listening to travelers such as Delaney and thinking carefully about the "plug-ability" of new properties when designing them and retrofitting older ones to handle multiple devices

Shillong: The Indian Town Obsessed with Bob Dylan

Shillong, the capital city of the scenic northeast Indian state of Meghalaya, thrives on music. The town has earned itself the moniker of India’s rock music capital – even if cynics say the title is self-anointed – thanks to its various music festivals and local bands like Soulmate, which have now made a name for themselves across the country

True or ‘Valse’? Eccentric Art Museum Features Genuine Fakes.

All is not quite what it appears to be at the Valse Kunst Museum in Vledder, a Dutch farming town with neat brick houses and coiffured peony gardens nestled among griddle-flat cornfields and dairy farms in north-central Netherlands. The museum, ensconced in Vledder’s former town hall, showcases nearly 100 paintings

Skiers Petition Eurostar to Add Another Weekend Train to the Alps

More than 600 people have signed the petition on the Change.org website, which asks Eurostar commercial director Nick Mercer to launch a new Sunday daytime service to the French mountains, in addition to the current Saturday trains and special February half-term service

A Look Inside Saudi Arabia as it Prepares to Open its Doors

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia — four times the size of France — is one of the world’s least explored countries. For a single reason: It gives out no foreign tourist visas, except for Muslims traveling during the Hajj to Mecca and Medina. At least for now. But that promises to change in the near future

A Peek Inside Gran Hotel Manzana Kempinski La Habana, Cuba's First New 5-Star Hotel

The Gran Hotel Manzana Kempinski La Habana opens June 7 in Havana, Cuba, marking the first time a new five-star luxury property has opened in Cuba since travel restrictions were lightened during the Obama administration

Is That New Basic Economy Class Right for You?

When you fly one of those ultra-discount airlines like Spirit or Frontier, you know you’re not in for a luxury experience, but at the least it's relatively cheap, right? That’s the same idea behind Basic Economy seats now being offered on American, Delta and United. But is it right for you? For some yes, others no; only you know what you need on an airplane and what you can live without, but this can help you decide

Portugal's Douro Presidential Train: The World's Tastiest Rail Journey

Dappled sunlight gleaming off its regal blue livery, Portugal's Presidential Train glides out of the medieval heart of Porto towards the Douro Valley on the start of a new addition to Europe's selection of luxury rail journeys -- a nine-hour gourmet excursion through one of the most beautiful wine regions

Ipoh, Malaysia: A Cultural and Culinary Guide

Sometime after the tin slump of the 1980s, Ipoh earned a reputation for being a retirement destination, or just a pit stop on the way to Penang. These days, it's going through a tentative revival, thanks to the recent crop of hotels, cafes, museums and street art in the historic center

Traveling Abroad this Summer? Here is How to Stay Safe and Informed

Preparations can range from a number of things travelers don’t even think about, Christensen said, like whether their medications are legal in other countries or if they left stray bullets from the shooting range in their bag (which happens to a “surprising” number of people who end up arrested overseas, she said). The Miami Herald spoke to Christensen during her visit to Miami earlier this month about what precautions travelers can take before they set out this summer

SeaWorld and Sesame Workshop to Build New Theme Park

SeaWorld Entertainment announced a partnership extension last week with Sesame Workshop that will include the development of an additional Sesame Place theme park. SeaWorld and Sesame Workshop have been working together for 37 years, and plans are in place for a second Sesame Place theme park to open no later than mid-2021 in a U.S. location to be determined

Princess Cruises $1 Cruise Deposit Sale, One Day Only

Princess Cruises is offering cruise deposits for only $1 on Monday, May 22, 2017 on all cruises outside of final payment. There has never been a better time to reserve your next cruise on Princess Cruises

You Can Pay for Extra Pleasures by Booking the 'Ship Within the Ship' on Many Cruise Lines

Aimed at upscale passengers, it offers one-percenters the amenities of a luxury cruise combined with the options and activities available on a mass-market ship. If you're a ordinary passenger on one of these cruises, you may not even know about the luxury-class passengers who are dining at special restaurants, swimming in private pools, enjoying large suites with extra perks and using the services of private butlers

With Eco-Friendly Travel More Popular than Ever, Approach Green Claims with Skepticism

A survey by the Singapore-based online travel agency Agoda.com found that 58 percent of hotel guests preferred staying at an environmentally friendly property. Nearly 40 percent said they’re willing to spend an extra $10 a night to sleep in a sustainable resort

Aer Lingus is Founded

On May 22, 1935, Aer Lingus was founded as the flag carrier of Ireland. In Gaelic, Aer Loingeas means "Air Fleet"

2018 Touring Season Launches Today With Top 10 Most Popular Tours - Backroads Touring Co.

On May 22, Today, we will be releasing our Top 10 tours for sale

10 Things To Do In Tbilisi

What is it about Georgia lately? The country (not the US state) seems primed to be one of the hottest tourist destinations for 2017, as travellers are freshly obsessed with the fashion, the mountain trekking, the architecture, and the good eats. Here are our top 10 tips for what to do in Tbilisi

What White House Correspondents Pack

Packing to cover a nine-day presidential trip with stops in four countries — Saudi Arabia, Israel, Belgium and Italy — is a bit more complicated than packing for your typical family vacation. So what are White House correspondents Peter Baker, Mark Landler and I taking with us when we accompany President Trump on his first official foreign trip?

Cool Cruises Around Iceland

A summer cruise around Iceland is an ideal way to appreciate the country’s landscape, which includes geysers, waterfalls and glaciers. Diane Eide, an Iceland specialist at Travel Experts, said such a trip was “a convenient way to see much of the country because driving from place to place takes a lot of time.” An Iceland cruise is also relatively affordable, with good values to be had between June and September

Southwest Airlines says Hawaii Flights Are a 'Priority'

Southwest Airlines is getting closer to adding Hawaii flights, a vacation destination travelers have been begging the nation's largest domestic airline to add for years. Southwest CEO Gary Kelly, in Phoenix on Wednesday for Southwest's annual shareholders meeting, said flights to Hawaii are a high priority for the airline

A Step by Step Guide To Travelling Under the Laptop Ban

What should you expect if your travel plans are caught up in the ban? In a nutshell: professional handling of electronics by the airline, though it doesn’t fully temper the paranoia and boredom of being separated from expensive, integral gear

Uluru's Waterfalls: The Side only 1% of Visitors See

it’s estimated that only 1 per cent of visitors see Uluru in the rain. This region is one of the driest in Australia, experiencing extremities ranging from as high as 47 degrees in the daytime to below zero at night. When it does rain – a grand total of, on average, 300mm per year – water pours off the rock, creating spectacular waterfalls that most tourists seldom see

Dubai Unveils Plans For Marsa Al Arab, A $1.7 Billion Island Resort

Dubai plans to develop a $1.7 billion tourist resort on two man-made islands it will build either side of the Burj Al Arab, its luxury sail-shaped hotel. It is the latest development planned by the emirate as it aims to attract 20 million visitors a year by 2020, when Dubai will host the World Expo 2020 exhibition

The Bubbly Made in Zncient Italian Undergrounds

Franciacorta is Italy’s most unspoiled, elite wine paradise. Forget overrated, mass-produced Prosecco – and even Champagne. This heavenly patch of fertile land, 30km northwest of Brescia, makes a bubbly that’s perhaps even more prestigious than the iconic French drop

The Quiet Artistry of Tiverton, R.I.

Smack in the middle of the Farmcoast, the town’s idyllic winding Main Road and historic Four Corners district hides some terrific little galleries, boutiques, studios, and coffeehouses — not to mention farm cheese and ice cream to buckle your knees. About an hour south of Boston, it makes for a quaint off-the-beaten-path day trip

Cruising the Antarctic Peninsula Amid Frazils, Growlers, and Bergs

The sea ice has several lively names, depending on size and consistency: frazil, pancake, growler, berg. Right now, we’re concerned with the bergs, which hide their dangerous mass beneath the water’s surface. They decide where we will go

America's Best Small Town Theme Parks to Visit This Summer

If you’re looking for a theme park experience this summer without the commercial feel, check out these standalone parks across the U.S. that are truly one-of-a-kind-- and also easy on the wallet

Trump's Doral Resort loses Property Tax Appeal

President Donald Trump won’t get a property tax break on his Doral golf resort, according to a ruling from Miami-Dade County released Thursday. Trump National Doral for the fifth year in a row appealed its property tax assessment to try to trim a nearly $1.8 million, 2016 tax bill for the 643-room resort and spa that features the famed Blue Monster golf course

The Grove Resort and Spa Breaks Ground on New Surfari Water Park

The resort, located only minutes from the gates of Walt Disney World has just broke ground on Surfari Water Park. The park will feature dual Flow Rider surf machines, two-story water slides, a kids area and an interactive water structure

12 Incredible Tree Houses You Can Spend the Night In

High-end treehouse accommodations, like those seen in the popular television series Treehouse Masters, have taken the luxury camping industry to new heights — literally. And these sky-high, amenity-filled oases aren’t merely accessible through cable television

Chinese Fighters Buzz U.S. Surveillance Plane, Underlining Strategic Mistrust

Two Chinese fighter jets have buzzed a U.S. spy plane that sniffs out nuclear radiation while flying over the East China Sea, underlining Beijing’s discomfort with American surveillance in its neighborhood. The incident, reported Friday, also comes amid disagreement between the two countries on how to confront the nuclear and missile programs of North Korea, which depends on China as its main economic lifeline

Air-traffic Controllers to Work 80 miles Away from the Airport

London City is to become the first airport in Britain without a staffed air-traffic control tower. From 2019, pilots using the Docklands airport will be directed by staff based 80 miles away in rural Hampshire. And the airport says moving the eyes on the skies to a remote location will make flying safer and more efficient

Lawrence of Arabia Dies

Lieutenant-Colonel Thomas Edward Lawrence, better known as "Lawrence of Arabia" died on this day in 1935 at the age of 46 from a motorcycle accident near Dorset, England

5 Things to Do in Chicago this Weekend

From getting crafty with your brews for Chicago Craft Beer Week to getting your groove on at the zoo, here's what we're up to this weekend

36 Hours in Biarritz

Just as surf patterns ebb and flow with the seasons, so too has Biarritz cycled in and out of fashion over the years. The French resort town, about 15 miles up the Atlantic coast from the border with Spain, hit a peak in the 1950s when California surf culture was introduced to Europe on its sandy beaches

American Airlines Tweaks Upgrade Process for Elite Fliers

American Airlines’ elite frequent-flier member will have some new calculus to crunch in figuring out how they’ll be upgraded. The carrier said that starting Saturday, it is tweaking the formula used for determining the priority for space-available upgrades given to elite members of the AAdvantage program

In a First, Carnival to Sail to Bermuda from Jacksonville, Fla.

Cruise giant Carnival plans a cruise to Bermuda from Jacksonville, Fla. — a first for the line. The Miami-based cruise operator says the 2,052-passenger Carnival Elation will operate a seven-night sailing to Bermuda from Jacksonville that kicks off on April 7

Solitude and Majesty in Montana's Beartooth Wilderness

It’s hard not to feel vertigo in the majesty of Montana’s wilderness. Whether you seek the rocky heights of a 10,000-foot (3,000-meter) peak or an endless chain of lakes, pastels in a mountain meadow or the endless catch of trout, trek into the one of the state’s most magnificent ranges — the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness — to find solitude and grandeur

So THAT'S What The Hook On Your Airplane Tray Table Is For

Turns out airline tray tables can carry more than just food crumbs and germs. That little hook attached to some tray table knobs is actually a coat hook, Lifehacker points out. Of course, it works for hanging items like earphones and sweaters, too

Jordan Trail: A Trek Through History via Ancient Villages and Wild Wadis

Picture the Appalachian Trail in California, or the Camino de Santiago in Spain. Then draw a route through more than 10,000 years of history, covering Neolithic ruins, Biblical sites, one of the New 7 Wonders of the World, and russet landscapes that wouldn't look out of place on Mars

Nantucket’s New Gold Standard of Lodging

I was expecting a small flock of cherubs to descend from the heavens, clutching a banner reading “Welcome dear friend” in their plump tiny hands, as I approached the entrance of the Nantucket Hotel

On this Luxury Sleeper Train, You’ll Get a Unique Ride and Amazing Views

I was just excited to be going on a unique travel experience: the maiden voyage of The Belmond Andean Explorer, South America’s first luxury sleeper train, by Peru Rail. Peru Rail also operates the Hiram Bingham, a luxury train that makes day trips from Cusco to Machu Picchu

Road trip attractions: Where to stop on the way to the beach

Just getting there is often the most tedious part of any beach trip. But you can make the journey nearly as much fun as the destination. Here are some highlights of unique stops where you can stretch your legs, snack and see unusual sights on the drive to your Mid-Atlantic getaway

Virgin Australia Business Class Sale Cheapest ‘In the History of Ever’

Escape Travel (no affiliation) has just posted an incredible deal, offering round-the-world business class airfares with Virgin starting from as low as $3095 per person. “It has never been this cheap in the history of ever,” says Escape Travel agent, Jose Bishop, when we called to enquire about the deal

A Fashion Designer’s Guide to Paris

Jane Siskin, the designer behind Cinq à Sept, loves Paris so much that she named her brand after the golden rays of light that streak the city’s sidewalks between the hours of 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. She travels to Paris about four times a year and describes it as “the most beautiful city” she’s ever been to in the entire world

Live From Caribbean Princess: Hits and Misses Post Dry Dock

Princess Cruises is showing off its 13-year-old Caribbean Princess, after the ship underwent a multimillion dollar refurbishment that welcomed several new and revamped spaces, and outfitted it for Princess' Ocean Medallion program (wearable technology that acts as a virtual concierge). Cruise Critic is onboard testing out all the additions

Passengers 'Should Pay to Recline their Seat' on Flights

Reclining your seat during a flight is one of the most contentious moves you can make on a plane. Although the option is there for the taking, opting to use it is a sure-fire way to make an enemy of the person behind you

‘Greenest Hotel in America’: A Greensboro Hotel Makes Climate-Conscious Travelers Swoon

In one sense, the Proximity Hotel in Greensboro, N.C., shouts its environmental bona fides from the rooftop. One of the first sights that greet guests as they turn in to an otherwise nondescript office park off Green Valley Road are the 100 solar panels perched atop the handsome hotel, which from afar looks like an old textile warehouse lovingly brought back to life

Inside Eden Rock St Barths, the Ultra-Luxury Resort Owned by Pippa Middleton's In-Laws

Taking place in Berkshire on Saturday, the nuptials of Pippa Middleton and hedgefund manager James Matthews will also be enthusiastically celebrated on a rocky promontory in St Barts. Owned by the groom’s parents David and Jane Matthews, the long-standing Eden Rock St Barths has long been the island’s most incontestably glamour-drenched resort

The Eruption of Mount St. Helens

Mount Saint Helens had been largely quiet since the late 1850's. Some minor explosions occurred in the early part of the 20th century, but were quickly forgotten by all but a few scientists

Chaumet Mounts Imperial Exhibition in Beijing’s Forbidden City

“Imperial Splendors: The Art of Jewelry Since the 18th Century,” organized by the French heritage brand Chaumet, is on view to July 2 at the Palace Museum in the heart of the Forbidden City, official residence of China’s emperors for almost 500 years. It is unusual for a Western brand to mount an exhibition in that space

The Berlin 'Urban Retreat' Featuring Parkour and Freezing Lakes

Enter Wildfitness – which runs retreats in locations from Zanzibar to Croatia, Barcelona, Scotland that aim to “reprogramme bad habits, postures and movement patterns and remind you just how strong and capable the human body really is”. It’s less beach yoga, more jumping on to fire hydrants and climbing trees, with contemporary dance, bouldering, parkour and other forms of natural movement

If You Thought It's Bad Being a Plane Passenger Right Now, Try Being a Flight Attendant

I’m not here to talk about specific incidents in the news at the moment – although I do have my views – but I will say it’s very important to note there are two sides to every story, and it’s even more important to hear both sides before coming to a conclusion

The Rule That Forbids Pilots from Chatting Below 10,000 feet – and the Farcical Crash that Created It

Have you seen the images some pilots take from the cockpit? Remarkable, mind-boggling, fantastic. Cities spread out below, their streets and railways pumping like arteries, or countryside, green and lush, stretching for miles and miles, stopping only at the horizon. But these are all taken above at least 10,000 feet

8 Essential Packing Tips For Your Next Trip

So, you have a big trip coming up, and the departure date is getting closer and closer. If you are anything like myself, you more than likely are thinking, rethinking, and over thinking what to bring. Should I get a new backpack? Should I replace my luggage with the kind that is hard on the outside?

The Absolute Best Places To Travel by Train

Between TSA horror stories, epic security lines and massive delays, we’re pretty wary of flying lately. And considering gas prices and traffic, it’s not much better to drive. If you can swing the extra time, traveling by train is a relaxing way to take in the sights without, you know, the hassle of modern travel

The Crazy Contraband Foods Smugglers Sneak into America

Don't try to get into this country with headcheese or diapers filled with pork. Not all smugglers have suitcase linings packed with cocaine or ceramic busts filled with ecstasy. Some are transporting illegal cargo of the edible variety

First Look Inside Universal Orlando's Volcano Bay

As I glance around the entrance to Volcano Bay, Universal Orlando's new 30-acre water park, I spot no ticket booths, no turnstiles. Instead, there are totem poles, a concierge area and smiling faces. With ukulele music playing and water features flowing, it's as if I'm entering an island resort

Portland, Oregon: The World’s Best City for Craft Beer

It’s hard to believe now, but up until 1985 there were no brewpubs in Oregon. It was illegal. The Pacific Northwest state was still ruled by post-Prohibition laws that said you couldn’t manufacture and sell alcohol from the same premises. Thankfully, that’s all a thing of the past

Aurora Expeditions Reveals New Ship with Cutting-Edge Design to Combat Seasickness

Aurora Expeditions has revealed the design for its new expedition ship, set to launch in late 2019. The 104m vessel is specifically designed for expedition cruising, and with cutting-edge technology that’s set to make rough crossings (and the sickbags that go with them) a thing of the past

CroisiEurope Offering Special Voyages for the 500th Anniversary of the Reformation

CroisiEurope is offering special cruises in 2017 to celebrate the 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation and Martin Luther posting his 95 Thesis. These sailings will take place in Germany on the Elbe River traveling between Berlin and Prague

These Are the Year’s Top Trending Travel Destinations, So Far

It’s no wonder the virtual bulletin board has accrued some pretty interesting insights. Recently, the network teamed up with another travel force, Airbnb, to determine which destinations are currently trending across both sites. While some of the results come as no surprise (who doesn’t want to go to Bora Bora?), some are a bit more unexpected

Inside Hotel Byblos, the St.-Tropez Celebrity Playground for Everyone From Grace Kelly to Mick Jagger

Opened in 1967, the Byblos Hotel and its on-site nightclub, Les Caves du Roy, quickly became synonymous with celebrity joie de vivre. This month marks the iconic hotel’s 50th anniversary. Perched on the highest hill in St.-Tropez, the hotel’s salmon-, lemon-, and apricot-hued stucco buildings sport short chimneys atop tiled roofs that slope toward a palm tree–dotted courtyard with a swimming pool and bar

Ten of the best new campsites in Britain

When I was a child, my sister and I used to sleep in a tent in the back garden as a treat. These days it would be called a “micro-adventure." Living in London with a small paved back yard means garden camping isn’t an option for my seven-year-old son, so I did the next best thing and booked the closest campsite to our south London home: Embers Camping at the National Trust’s Polesden Lacey estate in Surrey

'Rainbow Village' Brightens Locals' Lives and Social Media Feeds

Until a month ago, this ramshackle Indonesian village was not the sort of place to attract tourists. That was before its inhabitants were given an array of paint pots and told to get to work. Now the dazzling striped walls of their streets and houses are being appreciated on Instagram, with images of them being shared by social media users all over the world

South African Airways® Now Offering Huge Savings to Magical Kenya

South African Airways Vacations® (SAA Vacations®) is offering an 8-day discover Kilimanjaro and the Masai Mara air-inclusive vacation package starting at just $3750* per person

On the Water: Ten Favorite Places on European Rivers, Lakes and Coastlines

Explore the rivers, lakes and shorelines of ten favorite places in Europe, below; follow in the footsteps of Carl Linnaeus in Swedish Lapland; dine along the Adriatic coast between Venice and Trieste; and find a serene hotel with a water view

From Dubrovnik to London, 9 European Hotels With Water Views

Whether they sit beside city-splitting rivers, Alpine lakes or oceans, waterfront hotels connect guests to nature, through merely a glance out the window. The following new and renovated European hotels and resorts enjoy the reflected light of their littoral locales

Investing in Tech to Tackle an Awful Annoyance: Lost Luggage

Earlier this month, the air transport technology company SITA said the rate of mishandled bags worldwide was 5.73 per thousand last year, down more than 12 percent from 2015 and the lowest ever recorded. SITA attributed much of the reduction to investments by airlines and airports in technology improvements

Disney's Typhoon Lagoon: The Place for Miss Adventure

After hectic days spent battling crowds at the theme parks, it's a great place linger in the water, relax on a lounge chair, feel the sand between your toes, and chill out. Its tropical theme and stunning landscaping help reinforce the park's calming effect

Icelandair has a new glacier-themed Boeing 757-200

Icelandair celebrated the launch of its new glacier-themed Boeing 757-200 airplane this past weekend by flying the special-liveried aircraft over the glacier it was named for. The celebration flight went from Keflavik International Airport, near Reykjavik, to the Egilsstaðir airport in Egilsstaðir on Saturday

The Science Behind Why You Should Never Take your Children on Foreign Holidays

As a parent you may want every holiday to be a new adventure – but your kids almost certainly do not, according a one of Britain’s leading child psychologists. “Consistency is all when they’re small," says Oliver James. “In holidays as in every other respect."

The Beautiful Corner of Wales that's the Real Home of Arthurian Legend

The new Guy Ritchie film about King Arthur showcases some of Britain’s wildest landscapes, from North Wales to the Scottish Highlands. But it is unlikely to become a primer for students of Britain’s post-Roman Dark Ages. The Arthurian legend has grown a very long nose in the past 1,000 years

Try London’s First Self-Drive Tour - But Keep Both Hands on the Wheel

The first ever self-drive guided tour of London has launched and, for drivers who can multi-task, it beats sitting on an open-top bus. When I stepped into the eye-catching Smart car being offered by Yonda, a new touring company, I was concerned that only more confident drivers should attempt a history lesson at the wheel

5 Adult Summer Camps Where You Can Unleash Your Inner Kid

Anyone who went to summer camp as a kid is bound to feel nostalgic for those carefree days of hiking, making crafts and bonding with new friends. The good news is that adult summer camps have become a thing in recent years, offering classic camp activities with a few grown-up twists

On This Run Through New Mexico, No Shortage Of Space (And Salsa)

Like its painted desert landscapes, New Mexico is always different, always mysterious. And just when you think you’ve figured it out, it shifts suddenly like powdery silicate in a wind gust at White Sands National Monument, or the enigmatic native American art in the light of a setting sun, or the red-and-green chili sauce on your plate that’s called Christmas but burns like summer

Aurora Expeditions to Build High-Performance Ship For Antarctic, Arctic Cruises

Australia’s Aurora Expeditions has announced it is building a new style of high-performance vessel for polar cruising. The company, which currently charters Polar Pioneer for its Antarctica and Arctic cruises, expects to deliver the small ship in 2019. It is expected to carry close to 100 passengers

Photos of Carnival Cruise Line's Next Cruise Ship, Carnival Horizon

Carnival Cruise Line has released several photos from the shipyard of their next cruise ship, Carnival Horizon. The 133,500 gross ton cruise ship will be the largest ship in Carnival’s fleet when she debuts next spring

United's Cockpit Passcodes Accidentally Leak Online

As if United Airlines didn’t have enough to worry about, the legacy carrier announced Sunday that one of its flight attendants posted confidential security information to a public website over the weekend. On Sunday, United Continental Holdings emailed its employees to alert them that a United staff member had inadvertently leaked pilot cockpit access codes, among other sensitive safety information

10 Hotels to Commune with Nature

Though these resorts are unconventional, guests won't find sleeping bags and pop-up tents at the end of the day. In addition to the proper beds and bathrooms, cushy perks like fireplaces and hot tubs give guests creature comforts while enjoying their natural surroundings

The Worst Thing About Hotel Rooms

While some hotels have green and other herbal teas in the mix, white tea is a very rare thing in a hotel tea selection and so I pack my own. But even though I BYO mug and tea I still need a way of boiling water and that’s where my hotel kettle issues come into play

Pilot Tells of Moment 'Psycho' Flight Computer Made Plane Nosedive 1,000 feet

A pilot who saved the lives of more than 300 people by averting the crash of his passenger jet has broken his silence after nine years, describing how the aircraft’s computer “went psycho” plunging the plane hundreds of feet in seconds. On that day in October 2008, Sullivan was forced to declare mayday and make an emergency landing at Learmouth Airport in Western Australia

The First Academy Awards

On Tuesday, May 16th, 1929, Hollywood celebrated the first Academy Awards ceremony at the Hotel Roosevelt in Hollywood. Actor Douglas Fairbanks and director William C. DeMille hosted the event

Suddenly Intrigued by Scandals and Spies? Here’s What to See

The past week has not lacked for vivid political headlines, whether it was Sally Q. Yates, the acting attorney general Mr. Trump fired in January, testifying about the Russian connections of Michael T. Flynn, the former national security adviser, or the firing of James B. Comey, the F.B.I. director. Here are sites and tours that offer perspective and insight

Bug Out at These Hands-On Insect Zoos and Museums

These creepy crawly conservatories are finding new fans, with New York’s American Museum of Natural History recently announcing plans for a $340 million insectarium. “There’s a mystery to insects and an innate fascination for children,” says Gene White, an entomologist with Rentokil Steritech, a pest control company. He shares some favorite buggy sites with Larry Bleiberg for USA TODAY

Hyderabad: The City Behind Inda's Most Successful Film Franchise, Baahubali

Shobu Yarlagadda, producer of the record-breaking films Baahubali: The Beginning and Baahubali: The Conclusion, shares his love of his home city where the films were made – Hyderabad

The Asian City that Caters to Everyone

With its 26 million people, Delhi has been described as a microcosm of India, with trappings from the country’s many cultures, religions and traditions. Centuries of global trade, conquest and colonisation have made the city one of the world’s most multicultural

American Airlines Accused of Racism after Downgrading Woman from First-Class

An American Airlines passenger has accused the carrier of racism after relocating her to the back of the plane — and allowing her traveling companion, a white woman, to remain in first-class. But the legacy carrier tells Fox News that race had nothing to do with it, and chalked up the incident to “agent error"

From Passport Cards to Global Entry, Which Trusted-Traveler Program is Right for you?

Between passports, passport cards, mobile passports and a constellation of trusted-traveler programs such as Global Entry, Sentri and Nexus, international travelers have a lot to choose from this summer. Chances are, there’s a program that will suit your itinerary and help you avoid long lines when you come home

Mini-Therapy Horses: The Latest Way to De-Stress Airport Travellers

Cincinnati/Northern Ohio Airport has introduced therapy miniature horses in a bid to calm down stressed travellers passing through its doors. Twice a month, the check-in area gets a visit from a pair of a 34-strong team of therapy horses provided by Seven Oaks Farm in Ohio

Essential Rules Of Airplane Etiquette It's High Time Everyone Learns

The actual physical act of traveling, however, can be the worst part. Long lines, waits, security, being confined to a tiny space for hours—all uncomfortable things that we have to do. But, we can try to be a little better by having some solid airplane etiquette, so on your next trip, be sure you're not doing breaking any of the following rules

Pandora -- The World of Avatar and 10 Other Hot Theme Parks of the Future

There's more to come as construction gets underway on hot new adventure experiences around the world. To get the lowdown on what to expect, we caught up with The Theme Park Guy, aka Stefan Zwanzger, a man whose roller coaster career has so far taken him to more than 350 parks in 150 countries

Prince Edward Island: Anne of Green Gables and So Much More

On the surface, figuring out what to do in Prince Edward Island -- or PEI as it's more commonly referred to -- might not seem like a challenging task. After all, it's Canada's smallest province and only takes about three hours to drive from tip to tip. Don't be deceived. This is a destination that will leave you begging for more long after you've said goodbye to its rocky red shores

Azamara Journey: Cruise from Hobart to New Zealand

Stacked with crayfish pots, nets and thick ropes, the vessels carry colourful names such as Suicidal Dream, Vagabond, and the wishful thinking of Serenity. So many tales in this port in a storm. So many more on the horizon. Azamara Journey, in its maiden Australian season, is set to sail from Hobart, bound for New Zealand. Most passengers picked up the cruise in Sydney, the starting point for a 14-night adventure

Live from Bonaire: 5 Reasons to Visit This Lesser-Known Caribbean Cruise Port

There's something special about Bonaire that makes you feel as if you'll find yourself there again someday. Here are five reasons why Bonaire should make it on your next cruise itinerary

Great Bed and Power Shower: Is this Really a Budget Hotel?

For the battle-hardened business traveller, budget hotel chains are synonymous with dreary decor, thin walls and the hum of the motorway beyond the window. But in the same way that Ryanair and easyJet raised their game to make the low-cost option acceptable for work trips, cheap hotels are luring the corporate pound with a move upmarket

The Most Remote Hotels in the Philippines

Whether you're in search of an all-inclusive luxury resort or a chilled-out beach villa, the Philippines has no shortage of remote retreats to whisk intrepid travelers off the grid. Home to more than 7,000 islands, the Southeast Asian archipelago counts abundant marine life, colorful reefs and pristine beaches among its selling points

In Sri Lanka, a Beachfront Resort Sets the Bar High

Now that long-divided Sri Lanka has achieved peace after a 30-year civil war (it ended in 2009), hotel developers are rushing in to capitalize on the country’s pristine Indian Ocean beaches and tropical jungles, stately Colonial-era architecture and Buddhist temples

The Establishment of Las Vegas

On May 15, 1905, the San Pedro, Los Angeles and Salt Lake Railroad auctioned off 110 acres and established the railroad town of Las Vegas

Kayak fishing: Big Thrills on a Small Budget

Kayaks (and canoes) aren’t new, of course. They have been used by fishermen and hunters for thousands of years and were the original water vehicles for indigenous peoples across much of the globe. It’s easy to see why. Few tools match the simplicity and function of a kayak

Inside Lalish, the Heart of the Yazidi Faith

Lalish and its temples are about 4,000 years old. Its main temple was built by ancient Sumerian and other early Mesopotamian civilisations. In 1162 the temple became the tomb for Sheikh Adi Ibn Musafir, considered by Yazidis to be a “peacock angel”

Why You Should Visit Ann Arbor, Michigan

A-squared, as locals call it, is a city on the cusp, like a student ready to graduate from classroom to cubicle. The mellow cousin to bigger, burlier Detroit — 50 miles to the east — Ann Arbor is the birthplace of Students for a Democratic Society and home of the annual Hash Bash

For Visitors to Senegal’s Lac Rose, a Closer Look at the Colorful Lake’s Salt Harvest

I was at Lac Rose (also called Lake Retba) on a late-morning pit stop between the Senegalese capital of Dakar — about an hour away by car — and the northern city of Saint-Louis. I had read about the Pepto-Bismol-colored lake, its hue caused by its high salt content and an algae that produces a red pigment, and I figured it would be a great place to take a break

Can I Bring a Viking Helmet on the Plane? AskTSA is Here to Help.

The tweet initially stumped Mary Ham. A traveler wanted to know if she could stow a spray-tan extender that resembled an alien blaster in her carry-on bag. The AskTSA specialist rifled through her mental file cabinet filled with agency rules and regulations, searching for an answer

How Many Cruise Ships Does Carnival Cruise Line Have in Their Fleet?

Carnival Cruise Line is the largest cruise line in the world right now in terms of the number of cruise ships that they have in their fleet. Their parent company (Carnival Corp.) owns 9 other cruise lines including some of the more popular ones like Princess Cruises and Holland America Line

14 Things you Didn't Know About Luxembourg, Europe's Unhappiest Country

Today will see the Duchess of Cambridge head to Luxembourg on her second official solo visit to an overseas country on behalf of the British government. What is she doing and why is she going? Good questions both – but a more pertinent query might be one which asks just what Kate can expect to encounter in this little shard of Europe

AmaWaterways to Launch World's Largest River Cruise Ship in 2019

Following the Wednesday christening of its newest ship, AmaKristina, AmaWaterways has revealed it will launch a new Danube-based river vessel in 2019 that is set to be the largest in the world. To be named AmaMagna, the behemoth will have the same length, height and draft as the line's other vessels, but at 22 meters it will be twice as wide, allowing for larger cabins

BA Takes on Its Low-Cost Rivals with Free Flights for Children

British Airways is offering free tickets for children on six routes from Heathrow this summer. Up to two children under the age of 12 can fly for free with each fare-paying adult to five British destinations (Belfast, Edinburgh, Inverness, Leeds/Bradford and Newcastle), as well as Billund in Denmark, in a discount designed to fill planes on routes that become less crowded over the summer months

Top 10 Kansas City Favorites

Today, I’m sharing a handful of my favorites. These are the places I take visiting friends and family, recommend to out-of-town guests and co-workers, and will keep returning to as long as I live in this wonderful city

The Cheapest Day To Buy An International Plane Ticket, Mapped By Destination

Pinpointing when to buy your plane ticket can be a major headache. Thankfully, this map lays the rules out brilliantly. Analysts at CheapAir.com reviewed more than 351 million individual airfares sold on more than a million international routes in 2016

Traveling Overseas? Here's How to Avoid Getting Sick

Cholera, Hepatitis A, and typhoid are just some of the water-borne illnesses affecting parts of underdeveloped countries, according to clinical pharmacist Elizabeth Bunk, who administers vaccines and medications to travelers at Duquesne University

Florence Nightingale is Born

The pioneer of modern nursing was born on this day in 1820. Florence Nightingale was born into privileged English society. Early in her life she felt called into the profession of nursing, scandalizing her family

Disney Uses Shanghai Resort to Pump Up 'Pirates of Caribbean' Opening

Walt Disney Co.’s latest “Pirates of the Caribbean” picture could gross more in China than in the U.S. as the world’s largest entertainment company capitalizes on the success of its new Chinese resort with a world premiere in Shanghai on Thursday. The opening of Disney’s $5.5 billion Shanghai resort last year has earned the company goodwill in the world’s No. 2 movie market

Trump's Doral Resort Pushing for Property Tax Break

Dealing with political dramas like firing the FBI director didn’t keep President Donald Trump from trying to trim his South Florida property tax bills. While Trump on Thursday was at the White House fending off criticism for ousting James Comey, an attorney for Trump National Doral was in Miami arguing to lower the golf resort’s nearly $1.8 million 2016 tax bill

Boeing Halts Test Flights of New 737 Over Engine Issue

Boeing is suspending test flights of a new airliner because of a possible problem in the manufacturing of a key engine part. The company said Wednesday that it still plans to deliver the first Boeing 737 Max later this month, and production will continue

Learning to Navigate the Venetian Lagoon Like a Pro

“You want to drive your own motorboat in the Lagoon?” The table of Venetians was openly incredulous at the idea. They offered dire predictions: I would surely get lost, fall overboard, become mired in mud — much of the enormous Lagoon is only a foot deep — or collide with any number of speeding watercraft. But I was adamant. Ever since I first visited Venice 15 years ago, having seen Italians happily bobbing along, I’ve wanted to pilot my own vessel. I had hired speedboats before in Capri, zooming around like Tom Ripley on a spree, but I’d never had any luck finding one in La Serenissima. From what I could gather, there was a byzantine system of licenses that ensured non-Venetians were stuck on crowded ferries, rapacious gondolas or gaudy tour boats

36 Hours in Detroit

Detroit might be one of the most misunderstood cities in America. Founded in 1701, the Motor City has grappled with an ever-evolving automotive industry and well-publicized budgetary problems, exacerbated by years of population losses. Yet it remains defiantly proud. The Motown sound, embraced around the world, still resonates. Downtown, and in the Midtown and New Center neighborhoods, economic and residential growth has been exponential. The QLine streetcar on Woodward Avenue and MoGo, the city’s first public bike share program, are to begin operating this month. Later this year, the Detroit Pistons (N.B.A.) and Detroit Red Wings (N.H.L.) will move into the new Little Caesars Arena on Woodward. And at its core, residents old and new are injecting a remarkable vibrancy into the city

Silversea Unveils Another Epic World Cruise for 2019

Luxury line Silversea is planning another epic world cruise for 2019. Announced on Tuesday, the 132-day voyage on the 382-passenger Silver Whisper will kick off Jan. 6, 2019 and include stops at 52 ports in 31 countries. It'll end May 19, 2019 in Greenwich, England

The 10 Things You Must Absolutely Do in Baku

Inspired by Eurovision to visit Baku? You're in luck. Travelling to Azerbaijan used to mean a convoluted and inconvenient visa process that turned off travellers and stifled tourism. But in January of this year the new “ASAN e-visa” system came online, allowing citizens of 81 countries, including the UK, Australia, and US, to quickly apply and receive the visa via email. Visitors who take advantage will find plenty of things to see: a cosmopolitan, affordable capital of good eats, incredible architecture – and, most importantly, friendly cats

United Airlines Tells Flight Crews to Assume They're Always On Camera

It has been a rough couple of months for airlines. In the weeks following the David Dao incident, it seems that not a day goes by without passengers capturing outrageous – or what they believe to be outrageous – behaviour on their smartphones. And now United Airlines has issued a memo to employees instructing them to “always assume you are being recorded or photographed.”

The 50 Greatest Honeymoons on Earth (take note, Pippa)

One of the best bits of organising a wedding is planning the holiday afterwards. A honeymoon is the one trip on which many couples blow the budget and tick places off their bucket list. But it requires serious thought. Where do you want to go? Just because an overwater villa on a remote island seems like the “right” choice, it doesn’t mean you won’t be bored silly if it’s not really your thing. Plan a trip that excites you, rather than opting for what seems a classic honeymoon experience

11 Lesser-Known UNESCO World Heritage Sites To Visit This Summer

The United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization maintains the World Heritage List — an index of sites worldwide that boast universal values and meet one of ten criteria. Some sites “represent a masterpiece of human genius,” some testify to lost civilizations, while others feature inspiring natural beauty. In recent years, UNESCO has expanded the catalog to include more examples from traditional cultures worldwide. By maintaining the list, the U.N. draws attention to that which we value as people living in a variety of cultures and ecosystems over a long arc of time. The World Heritage List is also a credible travel resource. AD rounds up 11 fascinating and remarkable UNESCO World Heritage Sites to visit in 2017

Only The Super Rich Can Afford To Use This Terminal At LAX

Traveling just got even easier for rich people, thanks to a new amenity at Los Angeles International Airport. Now the wealthy can pay their way to a better airport experience when they use The Private Suite, an ultra-VIP airport terminal for commercial flights. The annual membership fee for The Private Suite costs $7,500, but it comes with some pretty amazing perks, like a literal private suite stocked with snacks and a complimentary glam team for hair, makeup and nails while you wait for your plane

These hotels want to boost your IQ

Sure, a cozy bed and warm shower will get the job done, but a hotel can provide much more than just a place to rest your head. Hotels are smartening up in new ways, with thought-provoking experiences for guests that make a more lasting impression. From in-house neuroscientists to specially curated TED Talks, inspiring events and networking opportunities, these hotel experiences aim for travelers to leave feeling smarter, more productive and more energized

Universal Taking Reservations for Aventura Hotel

Universal Orlando has begun accepting reservations for its next on-property hotel, Aventura. But the first day for which you can book space in the 16-story resort is Aug. 1, 2018. The opening date for the hotel has been given as “summer” of next year since the project was officially announced last year. Aventura will be located near the Sapphire Falls resort that opened in July 2016

8 Ways West Elm Hotels Is Revolutionizing the Hotel Industry

Design geeks went crazy last fall when West Elm announced it’d open a handful of new hotels in 2018, including in Detroit and Savannah. While details were scant—though lots of selvedge wood and plentiful pendant lamps were likely in the mix—we now know much more about what, exactly, will make these properties stand out in an increasingly crowded market of “lifestyle hotels.” “Everything is about that guest experience,” said David Bowd, a principle at West Elm Hotels. “Our tag line has been whole-hearted hospitality,” he added, speaking at an American Express Travel Salon event in New York last week

A Hotel for Every Traveler, Sometimes Several Under One Roof

The name Marriott has come to mean many types of lodgings — a full-service hotel in a big city, basic low-cost hotels with free Wi-Fi that are aimed at the business traveler, a newly renovated beach resort. Through acquisitions of other hotel companies, including Starwood Hotels

Royal Caribbean Launching Non-Refundable Deposit Program

Royal Caribbean has announced a new Non-Refundable Deposit Program that will be launched fleet-wide on July 1, 2017. Cruisers will have the choice to choose the Non-Refundable Deposit Program when booking a cruise more than six months before sailing. Those that do choose this fare will receive up to $100 in onboard credit. The best part is that the early booking credit is combinable with the existing promotional offer available at time of booking, offering you the ability to stack on additional savings for the best deal out there

Here's What it's Like to Fly First Class on Singapore Airlines, One of the Best Airlines in the World

Breakfast in bed and restaurant dining might not be what you picture when you think of air travel, but in first class on Singapore Airlines, it's all part of the service. The airline, named the third best in the world by consumer-aviation website Skytrax, is based at Singapore's Changi International Airport, which in turn has been voted the best in the world for four years in a row

It’s Not All the Airlines’ Fault. Sometimes it’s the Ugly American Traveler.

U.S. airlines have received some well-deserved criticism lately for their routine mistreatment of customers. But maybe it’s time air travelers also look in the mirror to see why so many jetliners have become venues for Mile High cage fights. Those folks might see a reflection of the Ugly American. The whiny American. The entitled American

6 Surprisingly Luxe Things To Do When You're In Manila

Manila may not be the first city that comes to mind when it comes to luxurious experiences. But that’s about to change. With the Philippines’ growing economy and its increasing purchasing power, demand is high for finer tastes and higher standards in life. If luxury experiences are what you’re after while in Asia, Manila is a truly underrated city that deserves a visit

ValuJet Flight 592

On May 11, 1996, technicians for the SabreTech corporation loaded cases of oxygen canisters aboard low cost carrier ValuJet's flight 592 from Miami to Hartsfield Atlanta International Airport in Atlanta, Georgia. The canisters were mistakenly thought to be empty, but loading them into the cargo hold was in contravention of FAA regulations which forbid the transport of hazardous materials in the cargo hold of a commercial flight

The Ghosts of Turin

Turin at a glance is a grid. The fourth largest city in Italy, it’s distinguished from the others (baroque Rome, wild Naples) by the rigidity of its plan, an inheritance from its origins as a Roman military camp. It’s difficult to get lost here, but also hard to appreciate the particularity of any one area, given its impressively refined sameness. Once the seat of the country’s aristocracy, the Savoys, the city still bears the impress of the family’s stiff, uncompromising dignity. An almost suffocating elegance suffuses it, every orthogonal street a sheer face of mute, balconied 18th-century facades, each wonderfully preserved in a kind of aristocratic amber

Cuba’s New Luxury Hotels Look to Lure Waves of U.S. Tourists

In Havana’s Parque Central, shady stone benches and graceful palm trees beckon to mojito-sipping tourists and locals gathering to shoot the breeze. The gathering spot, in the center of town, is surrounded by horse-drawn carriages and long lines of colorful finned-and-chromed 1950s cars. But more utilitarian vehicles have recently begun circling the square: construction equipment transforming old buildings into luxury hotels

A Tour of the New Freepoint Hotel Outside of Boston

A college town has gotten a new hotel. The Freepoint Hotel has debuted in Cambridge, Mass. The independent hotel is located in West Cambridge in the Fresh Pond neighborhood. The hotel was erected in the space formerly occupied by the Best Western Plus Hotel Tria, after a multi-million dollar transformation. The hotel joins the Independent Collection, HHM. The 121-room hotel has an open-air atrium and art-centric facade

Viking River Cruises Unveils Plans for New Nile Ship

Viking River Cruises on Tuesday revealed details of an intimate new ship it's developing for the Nile River in Egypt. Scheduled to debut in March, the Viking Ra will feature spacious public areas and just 24 cabins — all suites with premium amenities. The new vessel will have an elegant outdoor deck with a pool, two hot tubs and a sanctuary from the sun provided by sculptural, sail-like shades inspired by local dhow ships. Its interior will offer a restaurant, bar, lounge and spa

The Japanese City being Hailed as a Hidden Vegan Gem to Rival California

A city roughly the size of Cambridge, Kamakura attracts backpackers with its laid-back vibe and surf scene, and daytrippers with sights like the Daibutsu (a giant bronze Buddha) and the so-called Five Great Zen Temples. At peak times – weekends and Japanese holidays – you'll find yourself jostling with coach-loads of temple-hopping tourists, in which case the best option is to pop into Kencho-Ji (the city's most important temple, with beautifully preserved shrines and wooden gates) before retreating to the beach

What it's Really Like to Go on a Cargo Cruise Around the Med

It wasn’t your average cruise. The ship’s first officer, walking very briskly, showed us to the small, dorm-like room we had been assigned. It had one single bed and a couch that had been made up into a second bed. There was also a desk, a small armoire and a very tight bathroom – all very clean but very modest. We had just boarded a Grimaldi cargo ship to spend five days sailing from Ashdod in Israel to Salerno. Jamie, my boyfriend, looked at me and smiled. We both knew this had been his idea. The trip was a fulfillment of Jamie’s dream and his love of massive industrial things. I was promised that I would have fun, too, but we both knew that my idea of fun involves circulating canapés

This 'Brexit Britain' Tour Costs More than £4,600 and Never Leaves London

Tea, scones, and a trip to the Houses of Parliament for a cool £4,600: that’s the schedule for a new tour of Brexit Britain that doesn’t set foot outside London. The “Brexit Means Brexit!” tour – organised by New York Times Journeys, the US newspaper’s travel arm – promises visitors a six-day trip to the capital with tours and talks to help them understand the UK political situation. It promises to “examine the historic implications of a historic vote.” But the idea has been mocked on social media since the itinerary – which costs a cool $5,995, or £4,642, per head – consists of little more than tours of Westminster and expert lectures in the capital

US Devices Ban 'Likely to be Extended to UK Flights'

"As threats change,” says the US Transportation Security Administration (TSA), “so too will TSA’s security requirements”. Reports suggest that those requirements are about to get much tougher for European airline passengers wanting to fly to the US. In March, the Department of Homeland Security rushed out a ban on electronic devices in hand luggage on flights from eight countries in North Africa and the Middle East. Anything bigger than a mobile phone cannot be carried into the cabin of an aircraft flying from Jordan, Egypt, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Morocco, Qatar and the UAE

Climbing Mount Tai: 6,000 Steps up China's Sacred Mountain

Taishan, or Mount Tai, is China’s most sacred mountain. For centuries, emperors climbed it to pay homage to heaven and earth. Philosopher Confucius is said to have stood at the towering top, looked down and pronounced the world a small place indeed. While it isn’t one of China’s tallest mountains, the way to the top is still a challenge consisting of more than 6,000 stone steps, with the option of taking a cable car halfway. Walking the whole way can take anywhere from three to seven hours

Why Cycling is the Greatest Way to See Britain – and 10 Routes You Must Tackle

As I dragged my tired body up the last climb, each limb straining and aching with every turn of the pedals, the distant rattle of cowbells drew slowly closer. I (slowly) rounded the corner at the crest of the hill, and the source of the rattling appeared. Crowds cheered my arrival, rang their bells, and plastered a smile across my otherwise drained face, while raising my mood - and speed - for the final descent to the finish. I had just tackled 100km (62 miles) of Yorkshire’s finest roads, totting up 6,500 feet of elevation in the process, and I was a broken man. But for the 30 seconds of that final straight, the whistles, shouts and whoops as deafening as they were uplifting, I felt as light and spritely as I had five hours earlier

Everything You Need To Know To Get A Passport for A Child

Everyone needs a passport to leave the country, even newborn children. But the process to obtain one for someone under the age of 16 is different than the process for an adult. Here are two major differences: All children under 16 must apply for a passport in person, with a legal guardian. And their passports only last for five years, unlike adult passports, which are good for 10 years. Even if your child already has a passport, be sure to check the expiration date of both yours and theirs before you plan a trip

United Passenger Claims Trip was Canceled after Filming Fight over Luggage

The headaches for United Airlines continue with yet another recorded confrontation, but this time a passenger claims the airline canceled his flight for filming a dispute. Navang Oza, 37, said he was checking in Monday for a flight home to San Francisco from New Orleans when he complained to a United Airlines agent about a $300 charge for his luggage. Oza said he paid $125 to check the same bag on the first leg of his trip

Why the Internet Hasn't Put Travel Agents Out of Work

Americans are ambivalent when it comes to getting away. In 2015, they left 658 million vacation days on the table, according to Project: Time Off, an organization dedicated to promoting the health and economic benefits of vacationing. And yet, when we do manage to get out of the house, we’re splurging more. On average, Americans say they expect to spend 10 percent more on leisure travel in 2017 compared with 2015, according to the State of the American Traveler Survey by Destination Analysts. With so little vacation time and so much money at stake, the pressure is on to make every moment count. Maybe that’s why the use of travel professionals jumped more than 50 percent between 2013 and 2016

J. Edgar Hoover

On May 10, 1924, President Calvin Coolidge appointed J. Edgar Hoover as the director of the Bureau of Investigation—predecessor to the FBI

Inside the Remote Seaside Resort Celebs Are Flocking To

One of Costalegre’s resorts in particular has been popping up more often in the dazzling, envy-inducing social feeds of models and celebs as of late. It’s called Cuixmala, and though it opened to the public a few years ago, it’s still not widely known outside certain circles. That’s likely because the grand, 13-room hotel is perched high on a cliff above a private, two-mile beach, and has its own airstrip, meaning it is not exactly the kind of place you might just happen by. And, with its own tennis courts, soccer field, horse stables, sea turtle sanctuary, and wildlife reserve (replete with jaguars, zebras, and freshwater crocodiles), it’s also the kind of place that, once checked in, you likely wouldn’t want to leave. No wonder Emily Ratajkowski is a fan, as is Poppy Delevingne, who even celebrated her birthday there last year, in the company of pals like Derek Blasberg and sister Cara

Brightline's Fort Lauderdale Train Station: All aboard for first tour

The new Brightline train station in downtown Fort Lauderdale has given a sneak peek to dozens of South Florida transportation officials. The tours wrapped up a daylong transportation summit at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts on Tuesday. The glass-enclosed second floor of the train station, near the 200 block of W. Broward Boulevard, offered a 360 degree view of the city but there is much work left to do

Why Bangkok is Emerging as a Serious Culinary Capital

Think of Bangkok’s gastronomic scene and it’s usually the city’s array of slapdash food stalls that springs to mind. Huge pots ladling out steaming chicken broth, skewers of barbecued meat sold from a portable grill—Thailand's capital is deservedly famous for the devilishly cheap prices and authentic tastes found at such spots. Yet there’s a foodie’s paradise to be discovered that stretches far beyond the rickety plastic stools and exhaust fume–soaked ambience that most tourists associate with snacking on the city's sidewalks. In recent years, Bangkok has emerged as a hub for fine dining establishments, boasting world-class Thai restaurants alongside innovative new additions that serve up anything from molecular Indian dishes to haute German cuisine

Conquering Machu Picchu, the Cheap and Quick Way

“Was it worth it?” That’s the most common question I’ve fielded since I visited Machu Picchu, the ruins of a 15th-century Incan estate that sit almost 8,000 feet above sea level. Thrust back into prominence when the American explorer Hiram Bingham “discovered” it in 1911, it was used, by some accounts, as a palace, a retreat for the wealthy, a religious sanctuary or all three. Today, the photo-friendly ruins (popular with tourists and Obamas alike) receive thousands of visitors daily and are the engine that drives Peru’s tourism industry

Summer Camp for the Family

Summer camp used to be for children. But in recent years (maybe because of their children’s Instagram posts of water skiing and spiking volleyballs) parents decided they wanted in on the fun. Now, resorts — some luxe, others more basic — are offering more than s’mores for family stays

The Bloomsbury Bohemians in the British Countryside

In the early decades of the 20th century, Virginia Woolf and her friends, the artists, intellectuals and writers known as the Bloomsbury Group, left London and went — to work, to spend summers, to wait out the German bombing raids and to conduct their tangled romances — into the bucolic countryside of Sussex and Kent, now two hours by car southeast of the city. Quite a few of these brilliant bohemians were avid gardeners, and in the spring, when this gorgeous region bursts into flower, one can visit the houses they decorated, the gardens they planted and the homes of the artists and celebrated horticulturists who lived nearby, with whom they exchanged ideas about art and landscape design

Marriott Adopts Modular Construction

Marriott International, the largest hotel company in the world, is betting big on modular construction to drive its growth in North America. The Bethesda, Md.-based company expects to sign 50 hotel deals this year that would incorporate prefabricated guestrooms and/or bathrooms. That would make up about 13% of signings for North America this year

Angry Passengers Brawl after Spirit Cancels Flights

Lines are longer than usual. Hundreds of flights have been delayed or canceled during the past week. By Monday, frustrations boiled over for Spirit Airlines passengers in Fort Lauderdale. Police were called to quell fights that had broken out there between upset fliers and beleaguered airline employees. Videos posted by passengers showed a chaotic scene, with authorities doing their best to separate fighting fliers

Another Carnival Ship Gets a Guy Fieri Eatery

The Galveston, Texas-based Carnival Breeze is the latest Carnival ship to boast a barbecue eatery designed by celebrity chef Guy Fieri. An overhaul of the 3,690-passenger vessel in recent weeks included the addition of Fieri's Pig

Canada To Get a New Arctic Hub Airport

Starting this coming winter, though, future travellers will be able to enjoy the best high-latitude airport experience outside Iceland — where Keflavik is both the well-appointed main airport for Reykjavik, and an increasingly busy mid-Atlantic hub. Work is stepping up at Iqaluit so that an entirely new international terminal can be completed during the brief sub-Arctic summer. The new terminal is eight times bigger than the current terminal, and will allow international arrivals in significant numbers for the first time

How Do Cruise Ships Stay Afloat?

It’s the question every cruise passenger wonders about, and one that was articulated in the opening credits of ITV’s recent fly-on-the-wall docudrama, The Cruise. Arriving at the quayside to start her holiday aboard Royal Princess, one woman gazed up at her home for the next week, and proclaimed: “Beautiful! Makes you wonder how they keep afloat.” The vessel might have the Duchess of Cambridge as a godmother – she was heavily pregnant with Prince William when she cut the ribbon in 2013 – but to most eyes she’s no beauty

10 Amazing Properties that Prove You're Wrong About Bed and Breakfasts

The AA has announced its annual Bed and Breakfast Awards, with Glenegedale House on the Isle of Islay, Maiden’s Tower at Leeds Castle, Kent, and The Grove in Cromer scooping the top awards. But a survey by the organisation has suggested that less than one per cent of 15,000 holidaymakers consider B

A Food Tour of Arthur Avenue, the Bronx's Little Italy

Little Italy in Lower Manhattan has long been associated with pizza parlors and gelato bars. But with gentrification, the neighborhood has shrunk and many residents have relocated to other boroughs and suburbs. One of the most noteworthy is the Bronx's Arthur Avenue, where another, more authentic Little Italy proves harder to get to for tourists but infinitely more rewarding to visit

Sintra, Portugal: The Perfect Day Trip from Lisbon

Eighteen miles and a world away from Lisbon, it’s easy to see why Sintra—with its cool, lush hills and proximity to the Atlantic coast—is where Portuguese royals used to spend their summers. Today, the concentration of these former regal estates and equally fanciful gardens has turned this UNESCO World Heritage site into a popular day-trip destination. After seeing the 19th-century Romantic architecture, cobblestone streets, and dense forests, you’ll understand why Lord Byron once referred to the town as a “glorious Eden."

Investigation Underway After Pilot Caught Napping in Business Class while Trainee Flew the Plane

A pilot from Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), Pakistan's national carrier, is being investigated for potentially putting the lives of more than 305 passengers at risk by allegedly allowing a trainee pilot to fly the aircraft soon after take-off while he reportedly took a nap in a passenger seat last month, according to a passenger on board the flight. Captain Amir Akhtar Hashmi was reported to be operating London-bound flight PK-785 from Islamabad, the Pakistani capital, on April 26 along with first officer pilot Ali Hassan Yazdani, and another first officer - Mohammad Asad Ali - who was being trained by Mr Hashmi, according to Dawn, the Pakistani daily newspaper

How to Choose Between a Backpack and a Suitcase for Travel

Different types of vacations require different gear, and one of the biggest choices most of us make as we head off to the airport is the choice between packing everything into a backpack or a suitcase. They each have their strengths and weaknesses and are better suited for certain situations. The choice between these two might seem arbitrary. But anyone who’s had to lug a roller suitcase for a mile down a dirt road from the train to a hotel, or who’s pulled a wrinkled suit out of a backpack right before a wedding, knows that the wrong choice can ruin a vacation

Art from the Alps: a journey to Giacometti’s homeland

Chugging to the Landwasser Viaduct through the village of Filisur on the Glacier Express, it’s hard not to laugh at the views. Switzerland is unbelievably good-looking. The vistas almost look fake – the lakes too scenic, the villages too chocolate-box. Even the goats look like they should have agents. A country this beautiful is always going to be about the outdoors, but if you visit the region of Graubünden this summer (and more than 1 million people will, for the hiking, the biking, to swim in the lakes or dance at the festivals), make sure you don’t just stare at the mountains – Graubünden has a surprising art heritage, too

Volcano and Earthquake Museum to Open in Iceland

A new attraction exploring Iceland’s unique and volatile geology is to launch next month. Lava, the Iceland Volcano

Why Solo Travel Could Change Your Life

If you’re debating whether to take that first solo trip, consider this - travelling solo won’t just help you discover new destinations, it could actually change your life. That’s according to a recent survey of almost 13,000 people from booking.com, which found that the first experience of travelling alone inspires us to make life-changing decisions - 13% changed job or career, while the same percentage also changed their relationship and more than 20% chose to live somewhere new. Who knew a holiday could do all that... here’s why

The Theft of the Crown Jewels

On May 9, 1671, a parson visited the Tower of London. 77 year old Talbot Edwards, the keeper of the jewels, was very fond of this parson, and hoped that his niece would someday marry the parson's nephew

American Airlines adds regional flights in Charlotte

American is bolstering its American Eagle regional network in Charlotte with new routes to small and midsize markets that will begin this summer. The carrier will launch year-round service to Toledo, Ohio, and Shreveport, La., starting Aug. 22

7 Best Airlines for Customer Service

In the wake of a terrible month for airlines and their reputations, we remember brighter moments of great customer service in the air. Want your next flight to go as smoothly as possible? You may want to be flying one of these

Haiti Tourism: How This Beautiful Caribbean Country Aims to Attract More Travellers

It’s been seven years since an earthquake brought this culturally rich but economically impoverished Caribbean nation to its knees. Still wearing the scars from that disaster, the country is now picking itself up from another. But after a year of political paralysis as elections stalled and an interim government was drafted, new President Jovenel Moïse, is finally in place. Amongst the government’s top priorities? Developing a thriving tourism industry

At South Carolina’s only national park, paddle through some of the country’s oldest trees

These 11,000 acres have evaded the ax and plow since large-scale logging started in the 1880s, obliterating up to 50 million acres of American forest within five decades. Ancient trees fell along coasts and major rivers. Here in the vast, tangled wetlands of Central South Carolina, logging was more trouble than it was worth. So these giants stood, mostly forgotten, until the 1950s, when journalist and conservationist Harry Hampton recognized the value of the remaining old growth and worked to preserve it. In the 1970s, when the threat of logging loomed anew, a public campaign led to the establishment of Congaree Swamp National Monument, named after the Congaree River that winds through the park

Albania: Tales of Heroism on the Second World War's Forgotten Battleground

At the top of a steep meadow stood the crumbling remains of an old sheep pen. In the valley below, cooking smoke rose above the slate-tiled roofs of a village, and a light breeze carried the sound of wheat being hand-scythed. Rushing headwaters glinted in the sun where the Shkumbin river wound through the valley and disappeared around a bend. It was hard to imagine these mountains in eastern Albania being anything other than serene. But this, I discovered, was the very spot where Brigadier Edmund “Trotsky” Davies, who was leading Special Operations in Albania against the occupying Germans, was captured in 1944

New Times Square attraction Gulliver's Gate Depicts the World in Miniature

One of the Big Apple's newest attractions is on the small side. Gulliver's Gate is a miniature world depicting hundreds of landmarks, settings and events – from the mundane to the monumental – in 49,000 square feet of indoor space near Times Square

Back to the future on the Cook Islands

It was a quiet afternoon on Rarotonga, in the Cook Islands, when Lydia Nga got the news. Overnight her homeland, 15 Polynesian islands west of Tahiti, a paradise smaller than Detroit, had grown exponentially, reborn as a 690,000 square-mile nation. But it wasn't the islands that grew. In 1982, the Third United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea ruled that coastal nations had jurisdiction over an "exclusive economic zone," defined as a 200-mile stretch of ocean measured from the shoreline. Most countries welcomed the idea. But for a tiny nation like the Cooks, population 15,000, it was a Cinderella promise

Azamara Announces Additional Cruises to Cuba

Azamara Club Cruises has added an additional four sailings to Cuba. Departing from Miami, the sailings feature overnights in Havana, as well as visits to two maiden ports of call – Cienfuegos and Santiago de Cuba. Azamara has created a variety of unique people-to-people shore excursions in Cuba. Travelers can enjoy the destination from sunup to sundown – exploring historic sites by day, followed by mojitos and sultry Cuban music in the evening

Weight Watchers takes to the deep seas: Caribbean Cruise takes Balanced Approach, ‘not slim-down camp’

In early May, Weight Watchers International is hosting a seven-night, wellness-themed Caribbean cruise aboard the 4,300-passenger MSC Divina, sailing from Miami. Yes, a company dedicated to weight loss is joining forces with a purveyor of expansive buffets to offer cruising as a viable vacation for those aiming to shed pounds. As Weight Watchers transforms from a pure weight-loss enterprise into a health-and-wellness company, the idea of embarking on its first cruise was a logical thing to do, said Ryan Nathan, the company’s vice president of products, licensing, and e-commerce

The islands of Haida Gwaii are Canada’s answer to the Galapagos

t’s been heralded as the Canadian Galapagos and, after Prince William and Kate Middleton visited last September, Haida Gwaii has been popping up in more and more news feeds of intrepid travellers attracted by its almost mythical appeal. A little-known utopia 700km northwest of Vancouver in British Columbia, Haida Gwaii (formerly known as the Queen Charlotte Islands) is made up of more than 150 islands but only two are developed

Los Angeles Launches Campaign to Welcome Overseas Visitors

America’s second largest city has rolled out a massive human-powered welcome mat to aircraft landing in Los Angeles, including a Virgin Australia flight. Passengers on board VA23 were among thousands of travellers treated to the Discover LA stunt, comprising a thousand Angelenos holding up placards spelling out the word welcome in four languages

Jackson Hole Mountain Resort gets B-T OK for work

A list of renovations at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort has passed muster with the company’s Bridger-Teton National Forest landlord, setting the stage for construction to begin this summer. Headlining the list of projects included in the resort’s “phase 2” recreation plans are a nearly 2-mile zip line, a larger Corbet’s Cabin and an all-new “race arena.” But the project that ski area managers plan to first break ground on is a new Mountain Sports School facility, which will be located adjacent to the midstation of the Sweetwater Gondola

Oman Spa Break: The Chedi Muscat

The Chedi Muscat is a luxury resort that offers a 21-acre tranquil haven in the centre of Oman, with Far Eastern-inspired spa treatments, sophisticated dining and a private beach. Striking architecture – the hotel still looks impressively fresh and modern despite opening in 2003 – is complemented by tasteful Middle Eastern design touches: there's no “Oriental pastiche” feel here. Relaxation – without contrived wellbeing programmes – is a focus. In the spa, the 13 large treatment suites stand out

Kenya: Train's Last Trip to Mombasa Marks the End of an Era

We are travelling to Mombasa on what is the last Mombasa-Nairobi passenger train before the much-publicised Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) starts operating and reduces the 13-hour journey from Nairobi to Mombasa by more than half. For Ms Kalume, the end of this chapter in Kenya's history is akin to losing a close friend. After that first train ride in 1952, she was sold. Year after year -- even as the railways changed management and the coaches fell into disrepair and water disappeared from the night table -- she looked the other way and remembered her maiden ride

Five Business Travel Tips to Help You Maximise Your On-The-Go and In-The-Air Productivity

Getting your ducks in a row when travelling can be the difference between a trip to remember, and a travel nightmare I think it was my high school teacher that told me: if you fail to prepare, prepare to fail. That’s stuck with me ever since, so now when I’m travelling I look for as many productivity hacks as possible. It doesn’t matter whether you’re travelling for business, leisure, or both: productivity is key to the success of the trip

Central Holidays Announces the Appointment of Industry Specialist Margie Bell, CTC, to the Post of National Sales Manager

Central Holidays today announced the appointment of travel industry sales specialist Margie Bell to the position of national sales manager for the leading travel provider. Bell joins Central Holidays with 40 years of experience in the travel industry, including strategic sales roles as well as hands-on agency management with well-known travel companies including the IsramWorld Portfolio of Brands and the Hong Kong Tourism Board

The Destruction of Saint-Pierre, Martinique

On May 8, 1902, Mount Pelee, a volcano in Saint-Pierre, Martinique erupted. Hot, caustic volcanic gases and dust poured from the mountainside, covering the small city of approximately 30,000

Canadian Hotels Offer Free Stays to Hunters Willing to Renounce Guns

Spring has sprung in the forests of British Columbia. The snow has melted, trees are budding. Grizzly bears are ending their hibernation – and hunters have begun pursuing them. But two local wilderness lodges are trying to stop that from happening. Their cunning plan? To offer free stays in their luxury accommodation to any hunter willing to surrender their shooting pass

At South Carolina’s only national park, paddle through some of the country’s oldest trees

The coffee-colored creek laps at our canoes as a sad reality soaks in: We’re surrounded by the biggest swath of old-growth bottomland hardwood forest left in the Eastern United States. These 11,000 acres have evaded the ax and plow since large-scale logging started in the 1880s, obliterating up to 50 million acres of American forest within five decades. Ancient trees fell along coasts and major rivers. Here in the vast, tangled wetlands of Central South Carolina, logging was more trouble than it was worth

What to do When You’re Feeling Low at High altitude

Altitude sickness, or acute mountain sickness (often called AMS), is a frequent companion for travelers, even if they’re not heading to the Andes. The average aircraft is pressurized to between 6,000 and 8,000 feet above sea level, enough to cause a little queasiness. And that’s all it takes to set off a chain reaction of unfortunate symptoms that could ruin your next vacation. But it doesn’t have to

Is this the most beautiful walk in London?

Upon first hearing of a place in London called Little Venice, my imagination ran wild. Would there be Italian gondoliers, a piazza, and a skyline of domed buildings? Whilst the reality is hardly Venetian (replace gondolas and palatial homes crumbling into seawater with waterbuses and houses set back on leafy avenues), the area does have some sympathy with its namesake, for example an air of rare seclusion, an appreciation for beauty, and of course its canal

Air Passengers Lose Right to Compensation for Delays Caused by Birds

Airlines have won a landmark court ruling that means passengers are unlikely to be able to claim compensation for flight delays caused by bird strikes. Judges at the European Union’s Court of Justice have decided that bird strikes – where birds fly into contact with a plane – are considered to be “extraordinary circumstances” and are therefore not the airline’s fault

18 Beautiful Formations In Utah's Arches National Park

With thousands of arches and other intriguing formations rising from the rugged landscape, and with remarkable hikes leading to most of them, it can be a real challenge to determine what to see and do with a limited amount of time in this red rock wonderland. The first step is to head off on the 26-mile scenic loop drive inside of the park; the second is to choose which landmarks in the area speak to you. We’ve highlighted below what we think some of the top stops are in hopes that it will help other travelers maximize their time and help focus photo ops while visiting this jewel in the American Southwest

The Rail Line Operated by Children

Located in the suburbs at the end of the Hűvösvölgy tram line – one of 10 metro and suburban lines in Budapest ‒ Gyermekvasútas Otthon isn’t a learned place of academia. It’s an extracurricular training ground for the 11.7km Gyermekvasút, or Train Line 7. Travelling at 20kmh over the contours of the Buda Hills to Széchenyi Hill on the forested outskirts of the city, this tram line is one of the longest and fastest of its kind in the world. And it’s entirely run by children

Chinese-made jet takes off in maiden flight, seen as possible future Boeing competitor

The first large Chinese-made passenger jetliner is making its maiden test flight Friday from Shanghai in a symbolic milestone in China’s long-term goal to break into the Western-dominated aircraft market. China is touting the C919 as a rival to single-aisle jets the Airbus A320 and Boeing 737. The plane was originally due to fly in 2014 before being delivered to buyers in 2016, but has been beset by delays blamed on manufacturing problems

Houston hotel has a 530-foot lazy river on its roof

When booking a vacation, a hotel that has its own pool is always a big bonus. But a hotel in Texas has gone one step further, with a giant lazy river on its roof that takes 15 minutes to complete. The recently-opened 530-foot lazy river at the Marriott Marquis in Houston is formed in the shape of the state of Texas. It sits on the top of the 29-storey hotel, 100 feet above street level

The Intimacy of Small-Ship Cruising

Such small ship traveling is booming, thanks mostly to the swiftly growing cruise lines that ply the world’s fascinating rivers. Their vessels couldn’t get much larger even if their owners wanted to house more passengers: Rivers tend to be shallow, so there’s little room for cabins below the water line. Older bridges often are so low that tables, deck chairs and the captain’s controls must fold down so the ship can pass under them. Locks, built so ships can move smoothly through changes in river elevations, are lean, leaving some ships only inches to spare on either side

Bob Hawke joins Ponant’s Le Boreal Antarctic expedition

Former prime minister Bob Hawke, the honorary president of Le Cercle Polaire – a think tank for the preservation of polar regions – will be guest of honour on Ponant’s Le Boreal Antarctic expedition voyage departing Punta Arenas on November 17, 2017, bound for the Antarctic Peninsula. As a major political contributor in the adoption of the third protocol of the Antarctic Treaty System, he will share his thoughts on the principles of international control over and management of the polar environments

8 Reasons Taking the Train is Better Than Flying

Boats, cars, planes — this traveller loves them all. But given a choice he’ll always take a train. Here’s why

Why Hanalei Is the Hippest Town in Kauai

The soulful surfer town of Hanalei, on Kauai’s North Shore, is officially on the map. Surrounded by emerald mountains, cascading waterfalls, and serious surf breaks, Hanalei has cast its spell on many a visitor who has given up his or her mainland desk job for island living. Despite everyone wanting to be a part of the good life, the town has avoided becoming another Tulum or Byron Bay, maintaining a magical, end-of-the-earth feel

Maldives: A Must-Visit, And Not Just for Your Honeymoon

We’d bet with confidence that a Maldives vacation is on many watch lists. How couldn’t it be? If you compared the country to, say, haute joaillerie, Maldives would be like finding a bangle made of pure Kashmir sapphire embedded with clusters of trapiche emeralds and flawless diamonds. The majority Muslim (devoutly so, too) nation is roughly the size of Portugal, but is 99 percent water. Its remainder is speckled with nearly 1,200 lush, white-sand islands in an abstract double helix of north-south oriented atolls. (Atolls, fundamentally, are the tippy-top rings of long-dead, now-submerged volcanoes.) It is one of the world’s most rarefied geographic reserves

Pint-size carry-ons that fit new budget fare limits

You might consider yourself a carry-on master, but with the rise of low-cost carriers and budget classes (including United’s “basic economy”), carrying anything larger than a “personal item” is going to cost you more. Merely cramming a soft-sided bag under the seat isn’t good enough — many airlines consider that space to be no more than 17 by 10 by 9 inches. Measure that backpack you travel with, but if it doesn’t match the specs, it’s time to get a bag that best fits the allowable space. Here are three personal item bags made for stowing below

Suite Spot: Il Sereno Lago di Como, Italy

If George and Amal Clooney didn’t already have a home in Italy’s Lake Como district, the ultra-luxurious Il Sereno Lago di Como could provide them a suitable “babymoon” retreat. Now open for its first full summer season, the 30-suite resort is also welcoming a new addition: the Spa at Il Sereno, featuring Swiss skincare treatments and lake views. Other amenities include Berton Al Lago, the indoor-outdoor restaurant created by Michelin-starred chef Andrea Berton; and custom-built boats that allow celebrities and non-celebrities alike to arrive in style at the private dock

Cinco de Mayo

Cinco de Mayo ("5th of May") commemorates the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862 – a victory of Mexican forces led by General Ignacio Zaragoza Seguín over the French

36 Hours in the Golden Triangle, Thailand

The once-remote Golden Triangle at the northern tip of Thailand is now a haven for peaceful contemplation in dozens of temples and shrines, from gilded palaces to secret grottoes, where you can meditate to the sound of water dripping on limestone or the chattering of monkeys. One mountain outcropping has become a favorite for passing elephants, who gaze over the mists to Myanmar and Laos beyond

On New Planes, American Airlines Will Add Seats and Reduce Space

American Airlines plans to pack more seats on its new planes, reducing the space between rows from 31 to 29 inches in three rows and 30 inches elsewhere in the economy section. The plan, to be introduced on the airline’s new Boeing 737 Max models, would make American the first legacy carrier to creep closest to low-cost competitors like Spirit Airlines, which offers 28 inches of space between seats

Best Museum Exhibits in Europe this Spring

If you love to travel, you probably don’t need a reason to book a trip to Europe. The continent’s museums are still coming up with good reasons to get you on a plane. This spring, European venues have an enticing list of temporary exhibits designed to educate and entertain visitors

Venice mulls ticketing system for St Mark's Square to combat overcrowding

One of the world’s most popular cities for tourists, Venice, is considering charging visitors a fee to enter its most famous attraction. Plans are afoot to introduce a ticketing system to regulate the size of the crowds in St Mark's Square, according to the local press

Best New Hotels in the US South

Historically, a visit to the American South has evoked a specific romantic image: Guests in wide-brimmed hats sip mint juleps and sweet tea in white rocking chairs beneath weeping willows or among the colonnades of Antebellum and Georgian Revival mansions. Now, that picture is changing as a slew of new chic hotels from Louisiana to the Carolinas are throwing tradition to the wind by embracing a contemporary aesthetic, more urban Bauhaus and mid-century modern than neoclassical

The Best Things to do in New York City Beyond Manhatten

Many of the millions of tourists who come to New York City every year only leave Manhattan to go to or from the airport. But for travelers who want to get a sense of the city the locals live in, exploring New York's other four boroughs is a way to see more of the metropolis -- with the added benefit of much smaller crowds

After the Azure Window: Malta's Many Marvels

The Azure Window, Malta's massive flat-topped sea arch, was the pride of the tiny archipelago nation. Now it only exists in pictures. Paul Bugeja, chief executive of the Malta Tourism Authority, says there are lessons learned from the Window's demise but no shortage of other riches to promote, especially as Malta's capital Valletta prepares to take on the title of European Union Capital of Culture in 2018

Survey Shows Americans Are Losing Interest in Traveling to Cuba

It’s been a year since the U.S. government eased travel restrictions to Cuba. An annual survey by leading travel insurance provider Allianz Global Assistance is reporting that Americans are less interested in taking a trip to the country in 2017 than they were in 2016. The 2017 survey showed that 40 percent of Americans would be interested in taking a trip to Cuba (two percent fewer than in 2016) while the easing of travel restrictions made just 26 percent of Americans more interested in visiting the country (nine percent fewer than 2016)

New Cruise Port For Earthquake-Damaged Christchurch Draws Mixed Response From Akaroa

A mixed reaction has greeted this week’s announcement of a new port for Christchurch, New Zealand. The Lyttelton Port of Christchurch’s $56 million cruise ship berth, scheduled to be built in time for the 2019-2020 summer season, will replace the wharf that was damaged in the city’s 2011 earthquake

Some of the Best Vacation Lodging is Inside Florida's State Parks

When you're searching for a Florida getaway, you may look in AirBnb, HomeAway, hotels.com or just do a Google search. And it's very likely that none of those places will lead you to one of the best sources of vacation lodging – cabins in Florida state parks. Florida state parks are exceptional – they've been named the best in the nation three times, something no other state park system can claim

For convenience on the road, Airstream's Basecamp offers mystique in a small package

A decade ago, Airstream introduced a small, utilitarian trailer called the Basecamp. The beautiful, streamlined pod turned heads on the highway. Inside, it had no bathroom but the easy-to-clean, minimalist interior was perfect for muddy and sandy gear. Airstream announced that the Basecamp was coming back new. The company introduced an updated version, hoping for a more receptive market. The 2016 Basecamp (MSRP $34,900) is 16 feet long and weighs in at just 2,585 pounds, the lightest in Airstream's fleet. In October, the first units rolled through the doors of dealerships, and there's been a wait list ever since

Hydrogen-powered Train could Revolutionize Rail Travel

Plans for the Coradia iLint, a hydrogen-powered, zero-emission train in Germany could revolutionize rail travel. Alstom, the company behind the new trains, says the iLint is the world’s first low-floor passenger train that uses a hydrogen fuel cell to create its electricity. The trains – which are described as 60 percent less noisy than diesel trains and can travel up to 500 miles per day – successfully completed test runs back in March

Why Sweden’s Second City—Gothenburg—Is a Must-Visit

Sweden’s second-largest city is often overshadowed by the capital, Stockholm. But the popularity of Gothenburg—birthplace of Volvo (and Alicia Vikander), home to Michelin-star restaurants, picturesque architecture, sophisticated bar culture, renowned galleries and art museums, and designer shops—has exploded in the last few years. Being the the second city allows Gothenburg the freedom to be more relaxed than her older sibling, a feeling that’s aided by the refreshing sea air

Where's my gate? Where's my flight? Here’s how to handle the major airline swap at LAX

And you thought LAX couldn’t get more confusing. The airport’s massive airline relocation that starts May 12 involves almost a third of the LAX carriers, in a swap of gates and terminals that may confound even seasoned travelers. In some situations, flights will check in at one terminal and depart at another

America’s most luxurious hotel bathrooms

Is there anything quite as relaxing as getting back to your hotel room after a long day of sightseeing and taking a soothing bath? If you’re looking to pamper yourself on your next trip, consider staying at one of these 10 properties across the U.S. that have extraordinarily luxurious bathrooms. You might find it hard to leave the tub

Why You Should Never Travel with your Partner

I see holidays as a sacred, precious time, consisting largely of doing, well, absolutely nothing. A magical world where you can sleep as long as you like, eat as much as you can stomach, be horizontal as often as you choose (preferably on a range of jaunty hammocks hanging between palm trees). Deciding to take a dip in the pool is a momentous decision. I can spend half an hour weighing up the pros and cons of leaving my lounger, because the five or so metres I’ll have to traverse to go for a swim seem like an awfully big investment of my time and energy

The Kent State Shootings

On April 30, 1970, US President Richard Nixon announced the American invasion of Cambodia. Student demonstrators across the country began both peaceful and violent protests on the nation's campuses

The West Indian Island That Shaped Alexander Hamilton

Today, visitors to St. Croix, the largest of the United States Virgin Islands, are mostly in search of a tropical vacation. Residents speak of Hamilton’s West Indian roots with passing affection, as a tidbit of trivia. Visible evidence of his history with the island is minimal; the airport, which once honored him, was renamed in 1996 for the Tuskeegee airman Henry E. Rohlsen, a native son

Is the End Finally Near for Italian Airline Alitalia?

It’s back to the brink for Alitalia. The perennially troubled Italian carrier again finds itself starting down the possibility of collapse, a scenario the airline already has survived a surprising number times during the past two decades

Caminito Del Rey: What's It Like to Walk the World's Most Dangerous Trail?

The suspension bridge on Malaga’s Walkway of Death, some 100 metres above the El Chorro gorge, quakes with every step. Hundreds of feet below me, remnants of the old path jut out of the rock face like smashed teeth, while in the pit of the ravine, a hard hat – blown off a previous mountaineer – has pitched into the water

How To Prep Your Phone For International Travel

Sure, vacation should be the time to power down, disconnect, and focus on the people in front of you. But that doesn’t mean giving up the option of getting directions from Google Maps or documenting your exotic meal on Instagram. Using your phone abroad used to be complicated, expensive, or both, but it’s getting easier and easier. Here are a few options for bringing your smartphone abroad

5 Hotels Where Royals Have Slept, And You Can, Too

When monarchs sleeps in place like Buckingham Palace, their temporary homes-away-from-home need to be up to snuff. That’s why modern-day nobility like Prince William and Kate Middleton or the late Princess Grace Kelly have sought out and stayed in some of the most lavish hotel suites in the world. Here are 5 places fit for royalty where you can stay — even if you don’t wear a crown

America's Top Military Museums to Tour this Summer

This summer, America’s top military museums will be celebrating veterans and inviting guests to immerse themselves in authentic wartime experiences with epic battle reenactments. Visitors can handle rare wartime artifacts, explore the nooks and crannies of historic citadels, and even taste food and beverages supplied to real infantries

The Bahamas' Largest Ever Cruise Port to be Developed on Grand Bahama Island

A new cruise port is set to be built on Grand Bahama Island, Carnival Cruise Line confirmed today after signing an agreement with the Bahamian Government. Planned to be the largest purpose-built cruise facility in The Bahamas, the as-yet-unnamed port is expected to feature a one-mile beach, water-based and other recreational amenities, and food, beverage and shopping outlets

Disney Offering Cruises That Spend 2 Days at Their Private Island

Disney Cruise Line is offering nine cruises this summer that stop at their private island in the Bahamas, Castaway Cay, for two days during each cruise. These special nine cruises on Disney Dream will each be four or five days in length with the first one scheduled to depart Port Canaveral on June 2, 2017. Each cruise will spend one day in Castaway Cay and Nassau, before returning to Castaway Cay for the 3rd day

It’s a good time to say ‘howdy’ to Houston: Party town, arts hub and foodie favourite, Bayou City has it all

If you’ve never said howdy to Houston, there’s no better time than right now, pardner. There is a palpable frisson in this city, still exuberant over its success as host city of Super Bowl LI. The Big Game helped to spotlight Houston’s diversity: More than just Big Oil, it is also a party town, arts and culture hub, and culinary destination

Enjoy Yappy Hour and massages with Fido: More hotels are offering over-the-top amenities — for your pets

According to research conducted by the American Pet Products Association, dogs and road trips go together like, well, Kibbles ‘n’ Bits. In 2006, 19 per cent of dog owners took their pooches with them on a road trip. In 2014 (the most recent data available), that number nearly doubled to 37 per cent. Hotels are responding with open arms and chef-made treats as doting pet parents look for pet-friendly brands when they travel

Epcot food fest starts earlier, adds Spain, India marketplaces

Walt Disney World once again is supersizing the Epcot International Food

Making Sure Low-cost Airfares are Actually a Bargain

On approach for landing next month is service by Level, a new budget carrier started by International Airlines Group (IAG), which announced in March that its fares between Oakland and Barcelona would “start at” $149. Simply, the low-cost airlines have taken everything that isn’t the actual ticket (the part they pay taxes on) and moved it to the a la carte menu, in part so they don’t have to pay taxes on what’s known as ancillary items, but also so they can lure passengers with rock-bottom fares

That Solo Travel Blogger? She Just Wants a Vacation

Somewhere between turning a dream into a job and the constant sleep deprivation that comes with a flood of work, “it’s pretty easy to almost start to hate it,” said Liz Carlson, who started her Young Adventuress blog five years ago as a means of updating her friends and family about her experience as an English teacher abroad

Bethesda Readies for a Major Remake

Bethesda is about to undergo another remake. County planners have spent the last three years creating a new plan for Bethesda, one that would extend the commercial and retail space and housing throughout the downtown, and allow a building as tall as 300 feet in one section. Marriott International, the world’s largest hotel firm, was among the first to sign on

Qantas London to Perth: The UK's Longest Flight Just got Longer

On Sunday 25 March 2018, QF10 will take off from Heathrow, its destination Perth in Western Australia, at 1.30pm. When seats went on sale last Thursday morning, The Independent derived information on the flight’s length from the airline’s website, which assures travellers the journey time is 15 hours 45 minutes. Qantas now says the trip will take an hour longer, touching down in the Western Australian capital almost 17 hours after leaving London

The Oklahoma Tornado Outbreak

On May 3, 1999 a total of 66 tornadoes (by some counts 71) spawned in a single day in the state of Oklahoma

South African Airways Vacations® Introduces New Air-Inclusive Packages to Senegal and Ghana

South African Airways Vacations® (SAA Vacations®) has expanded their portfolio of air-inclusive vacation packages with the introduction of new programs to Senegal and Ghana in West Africa. These multi-faceted packages are designed to immerse travelers in the history, culture and traditions of these African countries to provide an enriching travel experience

Aeroflot turbulence leaves passengers with fractures and bruises

At least 27 passengers were injured when an Aeroflot flight from Moscow to Bangkok, Thailand, hit severe air turbulence on Monday. Twenty-four Russians and three Thais were hurt, with some suffering serious fractures and bruising, when the plane unexpectedly hit an "air hole" during its approach to Suvarnabhumi Airport, according to the statement from Russian Embassy in Bangkok

Cuzco, Peru, Can Be Breathtaking (in More Ways Than One)

In some ways Cuzco, often spelled Cusco, seems like a city frozen in time: cobblestone streets and clay-tile roofs, men and women in indigenous garb selling fruits and vegetables, and meticulously preserved traditions and relics dating back centuries. I was able to get a taste of it all — on a reasonable budget, of course

On Safari in the City: A Guide to Urban Wildlife Viewing

Urban wildlife watching isn’t limited to spying on Pale Male, the red-tailed hawk known to nest seasonally on a high-rise opposite Central Park in New York. Several cities in the institute’s research network offer D.I.Y. urban safari opportunities for travelers — and residents — who think animal-watching should be part of the urban experience

How to Make the Most of a Staycation

The next time you’re looking to take a short trip, why head out of town when you can have an enjoyable vacation by staying close to home? “Exploring your backyard with a staycation is a relaxing break and one that’s very special because most of us have never visited the highlights in the area where we live,” said Marla B. Schaffer, the president and chief executive of Leaders in Travel, a New York travel consultancy

Hawaiian updates its aircraft livery, logo

Hawaiian Airlines revealed an updated logo and a new livery for its aircraft Monday, though the changes are more a tweak to the previous versions than a complete overhaul. Hawaiian debuted its new look by rolling out one of its Boeing 717 jets (tail number N488HA) in the new paint scheme Monday, celebrated as "Lei Day" in Hawaii. The carrier also provided the media an image (above) of an Airbus A330 painted in the new livery

Big Apple picnics: Enjoy New York like a local

As summer approaches, New Yorkers and tourists will be tempted away from the city’s many restaurants to picnic and frolic outdoors. “New York City has no shortage of green space and outdoor recreation for visitors, especially in the warmer months,” says Fred Dixon, president

Women of Paris tour: Meet the Guide who's Trying to Gender Balance the History Books

Evans started running her ‘essential’ tour last year. It’s based in the Left Bank and takes in the Panthéon and the Jardins de Luxembourg, “unravelling stories of incredible women at every turn”. Its goal is to demonstrate how women have shaped the city. Last month, she launched a second tour: Sugar

The Company Cleaning up the World's Biggest Hotels

ext time you check out of a hotel, spare a thought for the barely touched bar of soap left behind in your room. Around the world, five million hotel soaps make their way to landfills every single day. But Clean the World aims turn those discarded slabs into a life-changing commodity. With recycling centers in the United States and Hong Kong, the not-for-profit corporation has partnered with 5,000 hotels internationally to recycle soap from nearly one million hotel rooms daily, distributing them instead to families, schools and organizations in need

Relax, renew at Woodloch in the Poconos

An all-inclusive family resort, located in the Pocono Mountains, Woodloch offers the best in lodging, dining and entertainment for all four seasons. Rent a cabin or a room and enjoy time with family and friends. With views of Lake Teedyuskung and mountain vistas a vacation here is a chance to relax and renew yourself

Royal Caribbean Announces Return to New Orleans

Royal Caribbean has announced that after a three year hiatus, the cruise line will once again have a cruise ship based out of New Orleans for the 2018-2019 winter season. Vision of the Seas, a 915 foot cruise ship, will sail seven night cruises to culture-rich destinations across the Bahamas and Yucatan Peninsula. Before repositioning to its new home in “The Big Easy” on Dec. 15, 2018, Vision of the Seas will offer two, 16-night sailings through the Panama Canal from Miami to Los Angeles, California and from Los Angeles to New Orleans

Norwegian Sky Becomes Line's First Ship To Visit Cuba

When Norwegian Sky pulled into Havana this morning, it became the first ship in Norwegian Cruise Line's fleet to visit Cuba, a country long off-limits to American travelers because of a long-standing embargo. The ship arrived to port at about 8 a.m., and passengers snapped photos from the top decks and waved at Cubans watching from ashore

Now you can use Facebook Messenger to book your reservation at Vegas' Venetian

The Venetian on Tuesday becomes the first hotel in Las Vegas to offer bookings using Facebook Messenger, with help from a chatbot named Luis. Beginning at 9 a.m., the Venetian will allow potential guests to check room rates and obtain other information about the resort without leaving their Facebook accounts

Norway’s Arctic north: Eco-cabins and Sea Eagles

The resort’s design plays its part in this, with a strong emphasis on natural materials, chiefly wood. Its main feature is four sea cabins that look like outsize sound-system speakers jutting out from the island. The cabins have walls clad in larch and are of modular construction, with floor-to-ceiling glass wrapped around their fronts. Placing minimalist boxes into natural settings has become an architectural cliché. No matter. Manshausen’s designer, Snorre Stinessen, won several prizes at the Architizer A Awards in New York for the cabins – and deservedly so

The 10 Best Cities in the World for Vegan Travellers

For many vegans, travelling and eating out can be a frustrating and isolating experience. But as more chefs and restaurants are catching on to vegan food – even Mr Vegas Steve Wynn introduced plant-based options in his casino restaurants when he made the switch himself – things are changing. Gone are the days of drab Hari Krishna, cafeteria-style establishments, or restaurants removing the ham from a dish. Today’s vegan digs are helmed by top chefs, have smart, fashion-forward decor, and many carry impressive bar offerings

Japan's Ultra-Luxurious Train hits the Tracks for its Maiden Journey

Japan's Shiki-shima luxury train has hit the rails and we just know you'd love to go for a ride! The Train Suite Shiki-shima is designed to give you the ultimate luxury experience - but you'll need some loose change to afford it: tickets range from $2,860 (£2,220) to around $10,000 and you can choose between a two- or four-day trip

A trip to Iceland to Chase the Northern Lights

Arriving in Reykjavik, Iceland's capital and its largest city, we were enticed by an illuminated glass dome structure on a hill and drove up a side road to see it. It was the Perlan, a hot water tower perched over the city. In town, we were lucky to be accommodated at our guesthouse hours before check-in and took a much-needed nap before sunrise

The King James Bible

On this date in the year 1611, the King James Version of the Bible was first published

My Beijing: The Sacred City

It wasn’t a holy city like Jerusalem, Mecca or Banaras, locations whose very soil was hallowed, making them destinations for pilgrims. Yet Beijing’s streets, walls, temples, gardens and alleys were part of a carefully woven tapestry that reflected the constellations above, geomantic forces below and an invisible overlay of holy mountains and gods

Workout amenity: Peloton bikes in hotel rooms

Hotels are getting more elaborate with their in-room workout gear and fitness center offerings. Many tap into fitness crazes that have cult followings. Guests at Westin Hotels

Tasty thrills: Food fests come to amusement parks

Parks have long been known for tasty treats such as funnel cake, popcorn, and cotton candy. But some have been upping their gastronomical game by adding dining events. It's a way to get guests through the gates during off-peak periods, as well as attract visitors who might find the prospect of great food more thrilling than gut-wrenching roller coasters. The Cedar Fair chain, which is known for its impressive collection of gut-wrenching coasters, is hosting a number of festivals featuring barbeque and beer as well as other food events

Jetstar Named the World's Worst Airline

Jetstar has been branded the worst airline in the world, after receiving one star out of five for overall customer satisfaction. Some 37.2 per cent of Jetstar passengers complained about delays to their flights – with the average wait time being four hours after the scheduled departure time. The international survey, organised by the watchdog Choice and 10 other consumer groups, had 11,273 respondents, who ranked the Australian airline 73rd for overall satisfaction

Historic firehouse to hot hotel: Repurposed buildings revel in their colorful pasts

Vintage structures allow hoteliers to offer a more local aesthetic through history and eccentricity, as well as ornamentation that is not easily duplicated today. The exterior of the Detroit Foundation Hotel is embellished with terra-cotta details, including firefighters’ heads, angels and griffins in hats. Oversized red doors that once swung open at the sound of truck sirens remain operable as the front entrance and as dining-room shutters

Is this the world's most luxurious new train? Our exclusive first look aboard Japan's spectacular Shiki-shima

Sitting beneath a contemporary chandelier, I sipped a glass of chilled white Japanese wine as a bowing waitress placed a dish before me – an artful composition of delicate sea eel with strips of cucumber and a scattering of rainbow-bright flowers. No, I was not sitting in one of Tokyo’s countless high-end restaurants. Instead, I was rolling through sunlit countryside while sitting on board Japan’s newest and most luxurious technological creation: Train Suite Shiki-shima

Airline tells newlywed to pay up after taking husband's name

Australian newlyweds Brendan and Julia Widdowson were looking forward to their European honeymoon since they booked it last year. But the pair was left “devastated” and “bewildered” when Virgin Australia said they would have to pay more than $8,500 (over US $6,350) to re-book their trip — all because Julia took her new husband’s name after the wedding

Disney Cruise Ship Makes Historic Journey Through New Panama Locks

Disney Wonder became the first passenger vessel to sail through the Panama Canal's new expanded locks, the first of 18 cruise ships scheduled to make the journey during the 2017-2018 season. The transit represents a major milestone: The expanded locks, which opened in 2016, allow larger vessels to make take the journey; the older lock system is smaller, and many modern cruise ships can't fit through

New Tropical Cruise Ports Being Added in the Caribbean/Bahamas

ired of visiting the same Caribbean cruise ports over and over again on cruises? There are not only several new cruise ports opening in the Caribbean and Bahamas over the next few years, but also several proposed ports where cruise lines are currently in negotiations with local governments

Kuala Lumpur nightlife: A guide to the city's best bars

It's when hot days give way to balmy nights that Kuala Lumpur really comes alive. Malaysia is a majority-Muslim population country, but its cosmopolitan capital has plenty of watering holes. Following global trends, a new crop of dedicated cocktail bars -- many conceived in the modern speakeasy style -- are especially popular right now, offering up twists on classics and new inventions with Southeast Asian flavors

Where Virgin Australia flight attendants and pilots sleep on a plane

With flight times of up to 15 hours, crew working the long-haul route are allowed to take a nap in one of the two designated sleep areas for around four hours after meal service has finished. However four flight crew and at least two pilots must be on deck at any time. So where are these mystery rooms? The two rest areas on the Boeing 777 are located above the business class and economy cabins at either end of the aircraft

First look at Walt Disney World's Pandora: The World of Avatar

Walt Disney World for decades has brought us face-to-face with our favorite movie characters. But in its new “Avatar”-themed land at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, the stars of the show are the stunning visual effects — soaring banshee flights, hovering mountains covered with waterfalls, a jungle of otherworldly, tropical-colored plants

Skip Paris and Practice Your French While Island-Hopping Through Guadeloupe

Guadeloupe sits on the eastern edge of the Lesser Antilles, the archipelago that sprawls from north to south where the Caribbean meets the Atlantic. It is an overseas department of France and as such, has all the rights and obligations of being part of the EU—the euro is used here, its citizens carry French passports, and the lingua franca is, of course, French

Realign your chakras and salute a new day at the Sunrise Springs Spa

Sunrise, opened by the owners of the popular Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs Resort

Great Brittany: discovering the Crozon peninsula

Brittany is not exactly uncharted territory for the British, who cross the Channel in their thousands every summer to exchange the unpredictable British weather for the, well, equally unpredictable Breton weather. But it’s probably fair to say that very few make it to the Crozon peninsula, despite it being only 50 miles from the port at Roscoff (and 140 miles from Saint-Malo)

Sceptre Offers Ireland Winter Packages for Groups - 5 Days from $569.00

Traveling to Ireland during the winter or spring can save groups up to 30%! With affordable prices and fewer crowds, groups will enjoy all that Ireland has to offer

Dedication of the Empire State Building

New York City's Empire State Building was dedicated on this day in 1931. The grand building was designed by the architectural firm of Shreve, Lamb and Harmon using earlier designs, for the Reynolds Building in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Tired of Mother’s Day Brunch? Try a Tea

Several hotels in the United States are hosting teas for the occasion, many of which are substantial enough to qualify as meals and more creative than the traditional scone and finger sandwich affairs; they are also open to both hotel guests and nonguests

36 Hours in Tokyo

Contemplating the physical sprawl of Tokyo is dizzying. The Japanese megalopolis has no discernible center, and clusters of skyscrapers miles apart defy the idea of a downtown core

Small Airports get - and get ready for - International Service

In the past, the biggest and busiest U.S. airports had the market for international air service all to themselves. Now smaller airports, such as Bradley International, near Hartford, Conn.; T.F. Green Airport, near Providence, R.I.; and Stewart International Airport, in New York’s Hudson Valley; have snagged some direct flights to Europe and a potentially profitable slice of the trans-Atlantic air service pie

Take Me Away: The wonders of Rome's Pantheon

Ah, Roma! The pasta, the passegiata. But what we really visit Rome for again and again is its incredible history. The ancient Romans were innovators in so many different arenas, and perhaps the most impressive of their contributions are in architecture

Want to be an adventure tour leader? You have a better chance of getting into Dartmouth.

Since January, Backroads has been hosting day-long events on two continents, searching for trip leaders to head such active-exotic outings as biking in New Zealand, hiking along Spain’s Camino de Santiago and camping in the Canadian Rockies

Is the London Pass really worth the money?

We’re on the final afternoon trying out the Willy Wonkerish golden tourism ticket that is the six-day London Pass, which allows entry into pretty much any of the city’s attractions. It's cost £470 for me, my wife Dinah and our two children and I am in a money-saving frenzy

5 Idyllic Private Island Retreats

How do you avoid the throngs of sun seekers when you just want a waterfront vacation away from it all? A private island, where you're secluded from all but a handful of staff and fellow guests, may be just what the doctor ordered

Austria Delights Music Lovers

Music lovers find special delights in Austria. In Salzburg at my favorite hotel, I lay in bed a hundred meters from Mozart’s dad. He’s just outside my window in the graveyard of the St. Sebastian church. When in town, I like sleeping within easy earshot of its bells. The bells of Salzburg ring with a joyful exuberance

Chihuly Glass Exhibit Blooms in the Bronx

Spring flowers aren't the only things beautifying the New York Botanical Garden: The 250-acre landscape is hosting a new exhibit of Dale Chihuly's glass sculptures. "Chihuly" marks the Seattle-based artist's first major garden exhibition in New York in more than a decade. The show debuted in late April and will stick around through Oct. 29

Amazing luxury trains: Trans Siberian Express, Eastern

Just as cruising is booming in Australia, rail travel is on the rise. Rail Plus commercial director Ingrid Kocijan says luxury rail travel is appealing not only because of the trains but because, like cruising, it has the “unpack once” factor

This Luxury Hotel on a Remote Canadian Island is like Staying at the End of the World

There are no signs that lead to Fogo Island Inn. Located on a remote island in Newfoundland, Canada, the hotel sits on a cliff that looks over nothing but miles of the North Atlantic Ocean

The Most Annoying Things People Do at the Airport

In some airports they have a “please stand behind the line” border marked out on the floor a metre or so back from the carousel. When people respect it, things work a lot more smoothly; but as soon as one person decides to be a carousel hog it leads to a knock on effect and before you know it the entire carousel is compromised

Columbus' new Hotel LeVeque shines in Capital City's Iconic Skyscraper

For decades, the LeVeque Tower reigned over Columbus, an Art Deco beauty and a symbol of the city. Once one of the world's tallest buildings, the tower lost some of her luster in recent years, as newer, more modern structures filled the capital skyline. This year, the LeVeque recaptures some of her glory days, after a sparkling $27 million renovation. Its centerpiece: The elegant, 149-room Hotel LeVeque, decked out in 1920s-era splendor

Concrete thinking's in fashion at Brussels' brutalist Jam Hotel

Brussels is a city of grand townhouses and art nouveau. Yet plonked in the middle of the Belgian capital, on a nondescript street corner, has appeared a hotel that looks like downtown LA had it been swallowed by lava. An old 1970s art college has been redesigned and rebuilt, by people who usually make film sets, to become the oddest, most fashionable, most affordable stopover in Europe

United Airlines Reaches Settlement With Passenger Who Was Dragged Off Plane

David Dao, the doctor who was seen being dragged off a United Airlines jet this month in videos that sparked widespread outrage, has reached a settlement with the airline for an undisclosed amount, his lawyers said on Thursday. The April 9 episode had stoked the fears and frustrations of airplane passengers everywhere and became a public relations nightmare for United

Norwegian Cruise Line Welcomes Ship Custom-built for China

The first Norwegian Cruise Line ship built exclusively for the Chinese market is now officially part of the company's fleet. Norwegian on Thursday took delivery of the 3,883-passenger Norwegian Joy in Bremenhaven, Germany from German shipbuilder Meyer Werft, which has been constructing the vessel for more than year

Back-Roads Touring Co extends Sailing Offer

Back-Roads Touring Co's current sailing offer in the marketplace.

Aloha Airlines Flight 243

On April 28, 1988, Aloha Airlines Flight 243 took off from Hilo International Airport at 1:25 PM for the short flight to Honolulu. On board were 90 passengers and five crew members

Just Back From Regal Princess Dry Dock: Ocean Medallion Technology Installed, Plus Other Updates

When Regal Princess leaves dry dock today -- following an 11-day update at the Blohm Voss shipyard in Hamburg -- it will be fully kitted out with Ocean Medallion Technology and ready to take on its new Ocean Medallion Class status

In Lima, Peru, History and Culture Run Deep

History and culture run deep in Lima — about as deep as you’re willing to venture. At Huaca Pucllana (admission, 12 soles), an archaeological site right in the heart of the city, I learned about Lima’s pre-Hispanic culture and saw an adobe pyramid roughly 1,500 years old

Pioneertown: The Weird Western Set in the California Desert

Pioneertown, California is a surreal place. Its history does not follow a normal narrative. Built as a movie set in the 1940s by Hollywood moviemakers, its main feature is a four-block-long “Mane Street” (as opposed to America’s more usual Main Streets) with spaghetti western-style edifices built at two-thirds scale, set back on a wide, dusty road

United Airlines Overbooking: How Much Money Would it Take for You to Miss A Flight?

“United to pay passengers thousands to give up seats” was just one of the headlines that heralded the changes at one of the world’s top three airlines. A panel on the front page of United's website is marked “Actions speak louder than words”. Click on it, and you learn that the airline is “making changes to ensure that we always put customers first." A cynical traveller might wonder what United’s top priority has been until now, if it wasn’t putting travellers first?

Myanmar bird's eye view: Bagan's Buddhist temples by balloon

The moment of takeoff was silent, and mesmerizing. Within seconds, our hot air balloon was floating above the treetops, gliding toward what Marco Polo called “one of the finest sights in the world” when he saw it 700 years ago: the ancient Myanmar city of Bagan

Pilot, company culture blamed for 2015 fatal Alaska crash

Pilot error, an air company’s culture and its lack of a formal safety program were behind a fatal crash that killed nine people two years ago on sightseeing flight in Alaska, the National Transportation Safety Board determined Tuesday

Berry: The Secret Corner of France Where the Scots Are Always Welcome

We were in the former village school of Epineuil-le-Fleuriel, south of Bourges in the centre of France. The low-slung school, shut in 1991, had since been restored to its state of around 1900, for old time’s sake. Maps of the world shared wall space with posters about germination. Lines of wooden desks – black, sloping, inkwells at the top – filled the two rooms

Is this the greatest travel accessory you've never heard of?

A few weeks ago I applied for a Monzo card. It’s a terrible name and, as it happens, the card is a terrible bright pink colour. But I’ve tested it out on trips to Rome and Madrid, and so far it has proved an excellent option

Romania: Slow cycling through a country stuck in a time warp

The Saxon village of Viscri is in southern Transylvania in Romania, but forget vampires and bloodsucking counts, unless you want a wooden souvenir to hang on the back of your loo door. This was just one stop on a new, long long-weekend “slow cycling” trip during which I would pedal sedately through pastures strewn with an amazing array of wildflowers, and amble along shaded woodland tracks and down country roads shared only with a horse and cart

11 Beauty Products Flight Attendants Swear By

We asked flight attendants for their style tips, and five factors quickly emerged as key to a polished in-flight appearance. Although passengers are by no means required to dress up, these cabin crew habits can help anyone who wants to look fly in the sky (or upon landing, for that matter)

History buff? Don't miss these forgotten World War II sites in England

England's Kent county was a dangerous place to be during World War II. After the Germans occupied France in 1940, all that separated the county on the southeastern tip of the United Kingdom from the Nazis was the 26-mile English Channel. Its local defense teams and the Royal Air Force bore the brunt of the Battle of Britain, as German planes dropped bombs over the countryside

Royal Caribbean to Begin Cruising From Melbourne; But Voyager of the Seas Will Not Return To Australia

Voyager of the Seas will not return to Australia for the 2018/19 summer cruise season, instead remaining in Singapore year-round, Royal Caribbean has revealed today. In other news, Radiance of the Seas is set to offer the line’s first departure from Melbourne, as well as three new cruises from Auckland and a range of shorter cruises from Sydney

Backstreet Boys, Salt-N-Pepa and More 90s Pop Stars Headline 2018 Theme Cruises

he list of theme cruises being offered in 2018 takes a '90s twist with a pair of boy band and hip hop sailings announced for next year, both on Carnival Sensation

Qantas non-stop Perth-London flights go on sale from $2270

It’s the flight Aussies have been waiting to book. Qantas’ direct Perth-London route goes on sale today, initially priced from $2270 for a return economy fare, but the airline says that figure is likely to be reduced to under $2000 during sales

Minibar Mania: You’ll Want to Visit These Hotels Just for the In-Room Goodies

There are hotels breathing new life into their tired old minibars, with local and exclusive snacks and drinks that are so good you might be tempted to pull on your hotel bathrobe, slide between those higher-thread-count-than-home sheets, and stay in for the night

The world's first official Star Wars-themed hotel to open at Walt Disney World Orlando

Have you sensed a great disturbance in The Force of late? It may well be because Disney has just unveiled plans for the world's biggest and best Star Wars-themed hotel. Social media is abuzz with excitement at the prospect of an immersive and interactive Star Wars story experience, set over two days, to entertain guests during their stay

Top 10: the best Hong Kong hotels with pools

An insider's guide to the top hotels in Hong Kong with a pool, including the best for harbour vistas, spacious spas, rooftop pools, Michelin-starred restaurants, romantic bars and outdoor whirlpool tubs, with views overlooking Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, The Peak and Hong Kong Harbour

The Death of Magellan

Fernao de Magalhaes, better known in English as Ferdinand Magellan, convinced the Spanish King to finance the quest for a Western route to the Indonesian Islands. On September 20, 1519, Magellan set sail

Genoa Isn’t Rome or Florence. That’s Part of Its Charm

Why do so few people visit Genoa? I ask this question every time I visit the Italian city. Two summers ago, I heard one of the best answers from Mitchell Wolfson Jr., an American who moved to Genoa in 1968 and is the founder of the Wolfsoniana, a museum of decorative and propaganda arts in nearby Nervi

Travellers are turning to trains to bypass airport queues

Train travel agency Rail Plus has seen a 36 jump in Aussies and New Zealanders opting to ride the rails in the US over the past year, crediting the growth to travellers who want to avoid the stress of the airport. Unlike economy flights, trains offer travellers the luxury of space, comfortable seats with legroom and no set baggage limits, Rail Plus commercial director Ingrid Kocijan says

5 Tips for Finding Child Care for Your Next Vacation

finding reliable, affordable child care can be enough of a challenge at home. Where does one even begin to get such help on the road? Here are five strategies for finding the right fit for your family

JetBlue CEO keeps no-overbooking policy

JetBlue Airways CEO Robin Hayes said Tuesday the carrier is sticking with its policy against overbooking flights, but that high bumping statistics resulted from reducing the size of planes on routes mostly before passengers arrive at the airport

Wingly: Testing the Airbnb of Aviation

Wingly aims to connect aviators with amateurs like me who need to get from A to B but have some flexibility about where A and B happen to be, and can work around the pilot’s timing. For the passenger it promises an exhilarating experience along with transportation. And for the pilot? Carrying one or more passengers helps keep the cost of their indulgence down

Is this Europe’s most family-friendly island?

Friends recommended Tenerife as Europe’s most family-friendly island. There’s zero time difference. Flights from 20 British airports. Plus average winter highs of 22C

The most extreme adventures on Earth

It's easy to travel the world and feel oddly at home, particularly if you're in one of the planet's 24,000 Starbucks. But it's still possible to break loose from the rut and get experiences that are beyond the ordinary. (Indeed, some of these are arguably insane.) Spanning multiple continents and oceans, these adventures will make you feel alive... albeit in some cases terrified you might not be among the living much longer

Stunning medieval city of Bruges offers Canadians a unique attraction in ‘Bison Bridge'

Police officers, bus drivers, hotel clerks, passersby… no one could direct me to Canada Bridge – until I mentioned the bison. Bingo – everybody here knows “Bison Bridge” or “Buffalo Bridge.” That’s how locals refer to Canada Bridge because of the two large bison standing guard at its entrance

Carnival to offer longer cruises, new destinations from Mobile

Mobile tourism and government officials trumpeted the news Tuesday that the Carnival Fantasy will sail out of Mobile on some longer voyages in 2018. New destinations apparently will include Key West, Nassau, the Panama Canal and the Costa Rican port of Limon

Holland America to Offer 6 New Cruise Tours in Montreal

Six new Signature Experience cruise tours will be available to Holland America Line cruisers on select 2018 itineraries departing from Amsterdam, Barcelona, Copenhagen, Rome, Venice and Montrea

Nicaragua’s Most Luxurious New Resort, Nekupe, Has a Social Mission

The six-month-old Nekupe Sporting Resort and Retreat is a stunning eight-room countryside compound in the shadow of the Mombacho volcano, an hour and a half south of Managua

Best places to stay in Bondi Beach: Hot hotels to live the Bondi hipster lifestyle

With the launch of Airbnb Trips late last month, visitors can now also choose from about 20 curated Sydney-based activities designed and led by local experts, including a personalised Bondi Beach experience with Bondi Rescue lifeguard and local icon, Andrew “Reidy” Reid

Pinball wizards have a home in Delray Beach

Forty years ago, a person could go into a serious quarter deficit in a place like the Silverball Museum in Delray Beach. With 88 pinball machines as well as two dozen arcade games, the attraction has been attracting the flipper-obsessed since it opened in 2016

Beyond the French Quarter: Experiencing New Orleans Like a Local

New Orleans, as has happened so many times during its history, is in the midst of a cultural transformation, and everywhere but the French Quarter is where you will find the latest and greatest in exciting restaurants, shopping, and things to see

'Low-rent' airport lounges – and 10 more ways you're being ripped off at the airport

A new report has heaped criticism on Britain’s pay-as-you-go airport lounges for their “low-rent” decor and overpriced food and drink. Those flying from UK airports can now pay as little as £18 for entry to one of dozens of airport lounges - with the promise of peaceful surroundings, fast Wi-Fi, and all-you-can-eat food and drink convincing many to cough up the extra cash and ditch the crowded main terminal

Tanzania comes into existence

Britain and Germany had long been the colonial powers in eastern Africa, and the nation of Tanganyika was no exception. But when British rule came to an end in 1961, Tanganyika peacefully moved into independence with Julius Nyerere as its President

Windstar Cruises and the James Beard Foundation Announce Super-Star Chef Lineup for New Culinary Cruise Collection

At a celebration of Windstar Cruises as the official cruise line of the James Beard Foundation at the famed Beard House in New York City, the two organizations unveiled the full lineup for their James Beard Foundation Culinary Cruise Collection. Offered on eight sailings in Windstar’s diverse portfolio of cruise destinations – including the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, Asia, and the Caribbean – cruise guests will have a chance to interact and taste creations from James Beard Foundation-selected chefs

After Decline in Paris Tourism, Hotels Offer Discounts

What’s better than a springtime getaway to Paris? There may be only one answer: a trip to the City of Light that’s more affordable this year compared with the past several seasons

Millennials Answer the Call of Mexican Wine Country

Tear yourself away from the picture-postcard Pacific views on Route 1, south of the border between California and Mexico, and you see Valle de Guadalupe undulating to the east, its Mars-like boulders and vast stretches of rose-gold-colored dirt belying the fact that there is some pretty great wine being grown here

Putting the Front Desk in the Hotel Guest’s Pocket

When Lenette and Charlie Frye arrived recently at the Four Seasons in Orlando, Fla., for a two-night stay, they spotted an iPad loaded with the hotel’s app that they could use to order food, call for their car or read about activities in the hotel

Qatar Airways plans new San Francisco route despite U.S. uncertainty

Qatar Airways said San Francisco as its newest U.S. destination, revealing those plans Monday along with 11 other new destinations the carrier intends to add to its route map. The airline's San Francisco service would begin “in 2018,” though it did not offer a specific launch date or schedule details

Valley of the Fallen: Spain's most chilling and controversial tourist attraction

A cobalt sky blazes behind a hilltop cross in the wooded landscape of the Sierra de Guadarrama, northwest of Madrid. Made of the local granite, the cross is nearly 500 ft (150m) high with a span of 150 ft (46m)

Live Like A Local In Lisbon, Portugal

Lisbon is Portugal’s coastal capital city, full of charisma, beautifully detailed ceramic tiled buildings, and scenic views of Rio Tejo. Many of the central district’s streets and plazas are lined with bars, bakeries, and pop-up coffee vendors. With so many amazing foods to try and all the pastel de nata you can eat, the cardio getting from place to place in this hilly city will be a welcome challenge, always rewarded with a breathtaking city view

Construction Photos of the World's Largest Cruise Ship, Symphony of the Seas

Currently under construction at the STX shipyard in France, the 6,780 passenger cruise ship will sail a season in the Mediterranean before heading to her home in the Cruise Capital of the World, PortMiami. Once in Miami, Symphony of the Seas will sail week long cruises to the Eastern and Western Caribbean

Budapest's Secret Underground Hospital

Even though the government declassified the hospital’s existence in 2002, and this year it will celebrate its 10th year as the Hospital in the Rock Nuclear Bunker Museum, the space remains frozen in time, full of mysteries and untold stories. The Seibrigers’ story is one of only hundreds that have emerged since the museum opened

Just Back From Windstar Cruises' Wind Surf: Hits and Misses

The 310-passenger Wind Surf -- the largest ship in Windstar's six-strong fleet -- has just arrived in Europe where it will spend the summer season sailing Western Mediterranean itineraries. The seven-sail ship isn't new -- it debuted in 1990 -- but it received a soft refurbishment in November 2016 during an 11-day dry dock

Best hotels in Mauritius: How top designers remade luxury in paradise

Luxury hotels have staked claims to Mauritius's famed beaches for decades, but over the last couple of years, elite designers have remade venerable island institutions and built new paradise retreats from the ground up

For Road-Weary Cyclists, a Room, a Couch, Maybe Even a Meal

Warm Showers started small in 1993, but its website now lists 39,000 hosts and 89,000 bicycle tourers — people who hit the road for extended long-distance trips — in 175 countries. Hosts offer what they can: a couch, a room, or a place outside to pitch a tent, and sometimes meals, too

Carcassonne, France, offers castle-on-the-hill getaway

Somewhere at the intersection of fantasy and history stands the medieval city of Carcassonne, a castle-on-the-hill getaway in the south of France. The Cite, as the walled-off hilltop section of Carcassonne is known, has been a strategically important hub for millennia

Holocaust records project launched at FDR Library and Museum

The Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum has launched an effort to find “unique but dispersed” Holocaust documents and other related material included in the institution’s vast archives.The library and museum located in FDR’s hometown of Hyde Park, New York, announced the launching of the Henry Morgenthau, Jr. Holocaust Collections: A Curatorial Project on Monday, Holocaust Remembrance Day

La Marseillaise

On April 25th, 1792, Claude Joseph Rouget de Lisle composed "La Marseillaise", the song destined to become the French national anthem

South African Airways And Hawaiian Airlines Launch New Interline Partnership

South African Airways (SAA), the national carrier of South Africa and Hawaiian Airlines, Hawaii’s largest and longest serving carrier, announced today that they have established a new interline agreement, that provides new and convenient flight options for both SAA and Hawaiian customers traveling between the Hawaiian Islands and Southern Africa

The Safest Seat On A Plane, According To Studies Of Crash Data

Experts estimate your overall odds of perishing in a plane crash are well into the millions. Curious travelers may still wonder about the safest place to be in the event of a very unlikely accident. The answer, it turns out, depends on the type of crash you’re in

United Airlines commercial axed from Tribeca Film Festival

Tribeca Film Festival organizers have decided to stop screening a 30-second spot advertising United’s Polaris Business Class before films due to “a wave of comical reactions from audiences.” The airline, which continues to provide travel for filmmakers to and from New York City for the prestigious event, has been an official sponsor of Robert De Niro’s film festival since 2014

Island hopping in Greece’s Dodecanese

There is a blueness of sea that seems feasible only via Photoshop or an Instagram filter, but which is made real around the south-east Aegean’s Dodecanese islands. The star players of the archipelago are Rhodes, Lesbos and Kos, but there are 12 large islands in the group, plus tens of smaller ones

April route roundup: Where airlines are adding (or cutting) service

Airlines constantly tweak their schedules, trying to find profitable new routes or pulling the plug on ones that have underperformed. Airports and communities court these new services. There are dozens of changes to airline routes each month. Here's a look at some of the most interesting

Medieval charm, lakeside setting and amazing chocolate – is this Europe's most underrated city break?

Switzerland’s fifth largest city sits midway along crescent-shaped Lac Léman (don’t even think about calling it Lake Geneva in this French-speaking canton). High above the lakefront, the medieval centre straddles three hills connected by masonry bridges that span what once were rivers, now long since paved over

Best New Hotels In The World

What stands out are the properties that combine old-school extravagance and service with just the right measure of modernity. Here is a sampling of the best new hotels in the world

31 Carnival Cruise Main Dining Room Tips

We could all use more tips for taking a cruise, right? Especially when it comes to one of our favorite parts of the day – dinner time! Here, we’ve come up with every tip and trick we can think of for the main dining room on Carnival Cruise Line ships

Australia's Biggest Cruise Season Coming to an End as Explorer Departs Before Another Explorer Arrives

Australia’s 2016-17 summer cruise season is wrapping up as the international ships leave the Southern Hemisphere to reposition to Asia, Europe and the U.S

Disney World's new light show goes high tech

Summer visitors to Orlando's Disney World will be in for a special treat this year: a new and improved evening light show at the Magic Kingdom Park, unveiled this week and set for a May 12 debut, just in time for Mother's Day

Orlando airport's new train station will wait years for trains

The eye-catching train station being built at Orlando’s airport soars monumentally in height, flaunts curved rooftops that overlap and conjures modern romance for rail travel. For an indefinite time, however, the $221 million station might be more railroad museum than bustling transportation hub

Alila Fort Bishangarh: India's most exciting new luxury hotel

From atop a granite hill, the Alila Fort Bishangarh hotel surveys the rolling hills below. Due to open in July 2017, it's the first internationally managed property in the Aravalli mountain range, about an hour's drive southwest of Jaipur, in northern India

American Airlines Flight Attendant Suspended After Video Shows Confrontation

American Airlines is investigating an incident captured on video showing an argument that broke out after a male flight attendant reportedly hit a female passenger with a stroller while she was holding her baby

Could Your Messy Hotel Room Save the Planet?

An increasing number of hotels boast of being eco-friendly, with green initiatives ranging from low flow showerheads to heating and air conditioning units that only run when there's someone in the room

Mexico's unique Zipolite retains its friendly ambiance

Zipolite is slowly changing. With the Huatulco airport now offering direct flights from Canada and the U.S. and a new highway under construction to the provincial capital of Oaxaca, increased accessibility is expected to bring more tourists

Morzine: Rising to the challenge in the French Alps

Whether soaring, climbing or simply strolling, the French Alps are a big summer adventure

At Elvis Presley’s Memphis, you can snap a selfie with the pink Cadillac and eat like the King

First up was the Presley Motors Automobile Museum, where visitors can check out a dozen cars owned by someone who, after all, made driving music, and see Elvis motoring in movie clips

10 of Canada's best lesser-known national parks

Canada has vast swathes of unspoiled nature, from coasts to mountains to tundra and frozen Arctic deserts. While some of these spectacular landscapes are in legendary national parks, such as the Rocky Mountains’ Banff and Jasper, the Pacific coast’s Gwaii Haanas and the remote whitewater paddling heaven of the Northwest Territories’ Nahanni, a host of less famous gems await the adventurous

How to Avoid Visa Problems this Summer

Visas are a hassle. They're expensive, complicated and arguably unnecessary. Worse, they can be a formidable roadblock — at times, an insurmountable obstacle — for summer travelers

Founding of the Library of Congress

President John Adams signed into law an act establishing the Library of Congress on April 24, 1800

Exploring Baltimore, a City With Style to Spare, on a Budget

My visit to Baltimore was filled with quirky fun like this: singular activities that make Maryland’s largest city a creative hotbed and thoroughly worthwhile place to visit

Makeovers bring bigger cabins to Tauck river ships

TTwo Tauck river ships operating in France have just emerged from significant makeovers that brought bigger cabins

Flights To These Long Haul Destinations are 10 percent Cheaper than Last Year

Flights to some long haul destinations are 18 per cent cheaper than this time last year according to research from travel comparison site Skyscanner

Suitcase GPS? Scented bags? Collapsible sunglasses? The latest travel gadgets.

At the International Travel Goods Show, held this month in Las Vegas, I saw the future of travel. We will always know the whereabouts of our checked luggage. We will sleep as comfortably on planes as kittens in a basket. And we will never again experience the horror of watching our gadgets power down with no outlets in sight

U.S. anglers seek out the infamous Bay of Pigs for an exclusive fly-fishing experience

Solitude, home-cooked food and a lot of big fish make for an idyllic Cuban getaway

Saudi Arabia's silent desert city

While many people have heard of Nabatean capital Petra in Jordan, Madain Saleh, the Nabateans’ second-largest city and a Unesco World Heritage Site, remains relatively unknown. Once a thriving city along the ancient spice route, it played a crucial role in building a trade empire

The world's most beautiful floral hotels

If spring is your favorite season, you don't have to go outside to enjoy beautiful flowers. Just check into one of these hotels, from Mumbai to Manhattan to Monaco, for some of the world's most elegant and opulent floral displays all year round

Soaking it up in Europe’s best spas

With my intense travel schedule, I savor detours where I put away the schedule and notes and simply enjoy the moment. And for me, there’s no better detour in Europe than visiting a public bath or spa for a relaxing, good soak

Where the sea is bluer: the Croatian island of Brač

My trip to Brač in 1977 with my family wasn’t memorable for the resort in Bol, or our rectangular, communist hotel with its big framed photo of Yugoslav President Tito in the lobby, but for Bol’s famous beach, Zlatni rat (“Golden Horn” in local čakavski dialect), a curving peninsula pointing into the pristine, bluegreen waters of the Adriatic

It's Canada's 150th anniversary. Celebrate with a trip on the transnational railway.

A transcontinental train trip across the Great White North reveals all of the charms of the world's second-largest country, Canada

Norwegian Cruise Line to add lifeguards to fleet

Norwegian Cruise Line will begin using lifeguards on some of the ships in its fleet this summer and fleetwide by 2018

Which expedited security program is right for you?

DHS unveiled a web page Thursday to help travelers compare the costs and benefits of expedited screening programs such as Globaremove some of the guesswork and uncertainty

World's busiest airport in 2016? It's Atlanta, again

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is forecast to take the 2016 title as the “World’s Busiest Airport.” It would mark the 19th consecutive year Atlanta's airport counted more passengers than any other airport on the planet

Why the UK desperately needs high speed rail

Travel talk this week has been dominated by overbooking. But one notable transport undertaking had plenty of spare seats

This Midwestern City Now Has Some of the Country’s Coolest Hotels

The recent openings of The Robey and The Hollander hotels have been heralded as game changers for Chicago’s Wicker Park and Bucktown neighborhoods, but it could also be said that these hotels are game changers for the entire city. Because, much like the opening of the Wythe Hotel in Brooklyn’s Williamsburg neighborhood in 2012, the existence of these properties suddenly allows visitors to experience an off-the-beaten path area like never before

Samuel Langhorne Clemens Dies

Born on November 30, 1835 Samuel Langhorne Clemens better known as Mark Twain, died on this day in 1910. Clemens was America's earliest and foremost humorist, satirist, lecturer and writer

In the Bahamas, a Long-Awaited Opening for Baha Mar Resort

The Bahamas resort Baha Mar has taken more than 10 years to open, but on Friday, the $4.2 billion, 1,000-acre development on a half-mile of beachfront in Nassau is expected to finally debut — at least, in part

Emirates cuts U.S. flights; cites 'weakened' demand after Trump travel policies

Emirates airline is reducing its schedule to the United States, saying demand has dropped in the wake of a new electronics ban for carry-ons and broader attempts by the Trump administration to restrict travelers from several Muslim-majority nations

How to Pick a Travel Agent

Finding the right travel agent is like finding the right doctor, according to David Kolner, who oversees the travel agent membership program for Virtuoso, a network of more than 15,000 agents globally. “This may sound extreme — after all, they’re only booking your travel — but your leisure time is one of your most valuable assets, so why would you trust just anyone with it?” he said

From Faulkner to the Ole Miss campus in Oxford, Mississippi

Many travelers find their way to Oxford, Mississippi, as fans of novelist William Faulkner. But there’s much more to do in Oxford than visiting Faulkner’s home and grave

10 best pub walks in the Chiltern Hills

I love walking through the beech woods of the Chilterns. In April they are a haven for bluebells while later in the year walkers experience the distinctive crunch of beech mast underfoot. One of the great pleasures of spring and summer is to emerge from the cool green shade of the great beech trees on to sunlit chalk downlands to be greeted by sweeping views over the Home Counties beyond

Transformers and My Little Pony Coming to Carnival Cruise Ship

Carnival Imagination will serve as the venue for the first-ever “Carnival Playtime” event featuring fun activities and games inspired by the My Little Pony and Transformers TV and movie series. “Carnival Playtime” will take place on three- and four-day voyages of the Carnival Imagination departing Long Beach July 13 to September 17

The year's most luxurious new cruise ship christened in Monaco

Luxury line Silversea Cruises on Wednesday celebrated its first newly built ship in seven years with a christening ceremony in Monaco

A Guide For First-Time Solo Travelers

Embarking on a solo travel adventure, whether short term or long term can be a fearful thought and this fear can often discourage people from doing what they dream of doing. Here is a collection of my thoughts and experiences designed to help anyone who is unsure about taking the plunge and going travelling for a week, for two weeks, for a month or for a year and beyond, alone

36 Hours in Bali

Westerners have been calling Bali a lost Eden since at least 1930, when André Roosevelt, a filmmaker and cousin of Teddy Roosevelt, chronicled a “Western invasion” of the island that he predicted would result in Bali’s “ destruction.” Tourism did transform large swaths of Bali in the intervening decades, but the “Island of the Gods” still has plenty of romantic old charm

This Hotel on Stilts Is 34 Miles From Land

These days, it seems that most anything can be turned into a hotel: a construction crane, treehouses, libraries — the list goes on and on. A lighthouse doesn't seem like the weirdest of spots — unless it's 34 miles from the nearest land

Conde Nast Traveler places these four California hotels among the world's 75 best

Four California hotels are among 75 picked as the world’s best by Conde Nast Traveler editors, writers and photographers. The magazine’s announced its Hot List 2017 on Tuesday. The listed favored Golden State properties that are intimate, out-of-the-way hotels, most with ocean views, rather than luxury big-brand names

On high in Colombia: folk tales and park life at Cali's Loma de la Cruz

According to Caleños, as Cali locals are called, there is an eerie legend about their cross on the hill. Here, in the mid-1500s, two African slaves are said to have defied their masters by getting married in secret

Copa Airlines picks Denver to be its 13th U.S. destination

Copa Airlines will make Denver its newest U.S. destination, announcing plans for non-stop service to its Panama City base that it calls the “Hub of the Americas.” The Panamanian carrier will begin flying the route on Dec. 11, offering four weekly flights on 154-seat Boeing 737-800 aircraft. Flight time between Denver and Panama's capital city is about 5-½ hours

The Mariel Boatlift

On April 20, 1980, Cuba's Fidel Castro unexpectedly announced that any Cuban desiring to emigrate to the U.S. could do so. At the port of Mariel west of Havana, boats were made available and 125,000 Cubans pointed their small craft northward to Miami

Clock tower over the Trump hotel quietly reopens for tours

The clock tower over the Trump hotel in Washington has quietly reopened for tours after a three-year renovation. The tower offers an unparalleled bird’s eye view of the city from 285 feet up that includes the Washington Monument, the Capitol dome, the green lawn of the National Mall and more

The 16 best summer festivals for 2017

Longer days and the promise of warmer weather can only mean one thing: it's festival season. But that needn't mean spending the weekend feeling damp and miserable. Head to one of these festivals and you'll find critically lauded bands, first-rate literature and idyllic settings for sipping on a cider as the sun goes down

Disney drinks: 10 best bars at Walt Disney World

As with virtually everything at the carefully Imagineered resort, most of the bars and lounges come with whimsical backstories and plenty of themeing. Let's run down ten of Disney World's best bars, mouse-ear hats optional

Iceberg Alley: Newfoundland's New Tourist Attraction

One Newfoundland town marked Easter in a slightly different way than usual this year when a special visitor turned up – in the shape of a giant iceberg

Ikea-on-Sea: the resort that shows why your family should start holidaying like the Scandinavians

I was staying at the Ocean Beach Club – a sleek, stylish family resort on the island’s south-west coast that, until this summer, has been sold exclusively to the Scandinavian market

Dubai Will Have Drone Taxis By The Summer

Dubai is a city that loves superlatives: world’s tallest skyscraper (Burj Khalifa), world’s largest indoor ski resort (Ski Dubai), or world’s fastest police force (who drive Bugatti Veyrons), to name a few. Now, the largest city in the United Arab Emirates will carry the distinction of yet another record: the world’s most extreme taxi ride

Cruise confusion? Fans weigh in on Royal Caribbean's dress code flip flop

Royal Caribbean International’s dress code policy for its main dining rooms seems to be having an existential crisis

Feasting in Verona, where tradition and creativity intersect

When Dante was exiled from his native Florence in the early 1300s, he found sanctuary in Verona, where he worked to write "Paradiso," the last part of "The Divine Comedy." In it he praises and thanks "thine earliest refuge"; a stately statue of the writer in a pensive pose stands in Piazza Dante. And, of course, Shakespeare set his most famous love story here

If you're looking for authentic Hawaii, away from neon lights and crowds, look no further than Lanai

Lanai, 13 miles wide and 18 miles long, is one of the smallest islands in the Hawaiian chain, with 3,100 residents and only 30 miles of paved road. For the most part, it's covered with dry scrub brush

Funniest pilot announcements made on flights

Pilots have a lonely job, spending at least eight hours of every day cooped up in a cockpit with just one other human being for company. So it’s hardly surprising that they unleash moments of genius in the rare opportunity they get to take over the plane PA

6 Ways to Cruise to Cuba

Cuba is the hottest new Caribbean cruise destination and with several cruise lines now approved for cruises to the Caribbean island, here are the six different ways you can cruise to Cuba

JetBlue to add a fourth route to Haiti

The carrier revealed plans to add non-stop service from its Orlando focus city to Haiti’s capital of Port-au-Prince. JetBlue says the route would launch in December, pending regulatory approvals, and would be flown with 100-seat Embraer E190 jets

The hipster guide to Chiang Mai: How to spend two days in South-east Asia's creative capital

There's more to Thailand's second city than its glittering temples. A burgeoning population of digital nomads is transforming the place – here's how to fit right in

The best Italian Lakes and where to stay when there

An insider's guide to the top hotels on the Italian Lakes, including Lake Como, Lake Garda, Lake Maggiore, Lake Iseo and Lake Orta

The Dream Sling: the travel pillows that claim to let you sleep anywhere

The embarrassment of falling asleep on your neighbour’s shoulder in the middle seat of a plane, bus or train, could be resigned to the past with a new travel pillow that claims users can “cradle themselves to sleep” while sitting or even standing anywhere

Castle hotels: Your own 'Beauty and the Beast' fairytale

You don't have to be royalty to vacation like a king or queen. Turreted spires, moats, drawbridges and centuries-old charm are all within reach -- and more affordable than you might think. Here, we've handpicked 15 of the world's best castle stays, where your very own "Beauty and the Beast" fairytale may await. They're not all castles in the strictest sense of the term, but they all deliver a high level of regal romance

Delta leads airline pack in latest on-time arrival figures

Airlines are running late more often than last year, but they are canceling fewer flights and complaints are down sharply, according to the latest government figures. Delta Air Lines had the best on-time rating, followed by American Airlines

Wooden coaster thrills invade Busch Gardens

There is a wide array of technologically advanced roller coasters to test your mettle these days. At Busch Gardens Williamsburg for example, you could soar down 200 feet and hit 73 mph on an incredibly smooth hypercoaster, experience tight inversions and powerful positive G-forces on an inverted coaster train that hangs beneath the tracks, or plummet 18 feet in the dark tethered to a vertical drop track that gives way on a magnetically launched coaster

Oklahoma City Bombing

On this day in 1995, the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City was destroyed by a car bomb

Windstar Announces New "Have You Ever" Campaign

Today, Windstar Cruises announces its new “Have You Ever” campaign focusing on a Europe 2017 summer sale, aimed at turning these “never have I evers” into “yes, I haves” with prices from $1,299 per guest. More than 20 voyages in Northern Europe, Italy, Greece, and the Mediterranean are included in the sale

Hotels and Resorts for Romance of All Kinds

Here are some new and improved hotels and resorts to woo many ages and stages of love, from platonic crushes to wedded commitment

Latest gee-whiz cruise ship attraction: A Ferrari-themed race track

Norwegian Cruise Line on Monday unveiled a new partnership with Scuderia Ferrari Watches that includes the development of a two-level, Ferrari-themed racing course atop the soon-to-debut Norwegian Joy

Flight Compensation: Delta to offer nearly £8000 to overbooked passengers

A major US airline is offering compensation of up to $9,950 (£7,950) per person for passengers denied boarding on overbooked flights

As India Fast Tracks Its Trains, What It Can Learn From China

In less than a decade, China has laid out 20,000 km of high speed rail lines with an average speed of more than 300 kmph and government officials say the country is planning another 15,000 km by 2025. The extent of connectivity of its high-speed rail lines is more than rest of the world combined

Highway 101: Best hotels between San Francisco and Santa Barbara

The stretch of Highway 101 from San Francisco to Santa Barbara offers a vast array of lodging options, from chain motels to boutique inns. Sure, you could do the 300-plus miles in a single day, but it's more fun to dabble along the way. You can go tasting at some of the stunning wineries in Paso Robles, Pismo or down near Los Olivos or Los Alamos. Grab lunch or dinner at a terrific roadside spot and then bed down at one of these wonderful inns. Here are a few suggestions to get you started

8 reasons to visit the Caribbean Island of Nevis

This sublime beauty could almost be called a hidden treasure in the West Indies, where celebrities, from Princess Diana to Anna Wintour, have vacationed to avoid the spotlight. Nevis doesn't need to shout for visitors to see that it's bubbling with charms aplenty

Would you take a raft ride that drops you 40 feet into whitewater rapids?

SeaWorld Orlando will add a new river rafting ride that will open next year, the park announced Thursday, taking another step in shifting its emphasis from animal attractions to thrill rides

Marfa, Texas - Unvarnished

If you've been to the fabled West Texas town, you undoubtedly have your own opinion about it, perhaps a strong one. If you haven't been, maybe you're thinking of heading there one day soon. Plenty has been written on the subject, much of it pretty puffed up. I'm here to give you Marfa, unvarnished

Fast-growing Viking Ocean Cruises orders two more ships

The fast-growing line on Tuesday signed a memorandum of agreement with Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri for the construction of two more vessels to arrive in 2021 and 2022. The deal also gives Viking Ocean an option for yet another two ships on top of that, Fincantieri said in an announcement

Jet lag cure: Could eye drops ease symptoms when travelling long haul?

Cells in the eye are key to regulating humans’ circadian rhythm, according to a scientific study. Researchers at the University of Edinburgh found that a group of cells in the retina communicate directly with the region of the brain that deals with the body’s internal clock

Door County's islands awash in adventure, surprises

A week tending a lighthouse is one of the adventures that await on Door County's islands

Some airlines go above and beyond to accommodate kids on long flights

International carriers seem to be upping the ante for service, especially for families, while American carriers are facing increasing pushback from customers over their behavior and lack of customer service

Banksy Hotel in the West Bank: Small, but Plenty of Wall Space

It has been just over a month since Banksy opened the Walled Off Hotel here — and unsurprisingly it is proving popular: Its nine rooms are booked through June

Big summer for Disney parks: Pandora and Guardians of Galaxy

The Guardians of the Galaxy: Mission BREAKOUT! attraction opens at Disney California Adventure in Anaheim, California. Pandora — The World of Avatar is a 12-acre land opening at Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. But the creative designer behind the attractions says you don’t need to know anything about either movie to enjoy them

Ten ways to diminish travel stress

The stress of travel is enough to make you wonder if the getaway is worth it. Alice Boyes, who travels about one week out of every month, knows how trying the process can be

All-female craft beer festival coming to Florida

Women in the beer industry are banding together Memorial Day Weekend to for country's the first FemAle BrewFest in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. The event will highlight female beer experts and brewers in the industry. At the festival, presented by women’s advocacy group Fem Collective, you can expect beer tastings, art, food from local female-owned restaurants, and live music

The Republic of Ireland Act

Ireland, oppressed by Great Britain for most of its political existence, was historically gripped by poverty and successive waves of emigration from its shores, largely to the United States

Fliers, Do You Know Your Rights?

Take this quiz to see if you’re ready the next time an airline asks you to give up your seat, bumps you or subjects you to a long delay

50 historic vacation rentals: One unique property in every state

Travelers enjoy vacation rentals because they get all the conveniences of home, plus a chance to live like a local. These historic rentals offer something else: a chance to step back in time

Why you should use a travel agent

Next time you travel somewhere, consider talking to a professional first. That's what Seth Beckerman did when he needed to plan a recent trip around the world

Bride and groom booted off United flight in Houston

A bride and groom headed to Costa Rica for their wedding got kicked off their United flight out of Houston on Saturday afternoon

Cruise crazy: Couple sets record with 200th Carnival sailing

Bernard and Janice Caffary have 30 more voyages booked with the line. Carnival this month celebrated the Florida couple's 200th cruise with the line — a record for the Miami-based company

Tackling Patagonia’s peaks and valleys

I thought Patagonia would be wild, remote and lonely, and much of it is. Torres del Paine, however, is Chile’s crown jewel national park and very popular. Reservations are required for all campsites

Why this summer is the time to visit Hadrian's Wall, the UK's most underrated tourist attraction

Last weekend, a “dispersed exhibition” called Hadrian’s Cavalry opened at 10 sites along Hadrian’s Wall. Each place interprets the theme in its own way

United Airlines Changes Its Policy On Displacing Customers

United says the decision must be made before customers board the plane. Battered by a viral video nightmare, the airline says this is an initial step toward delivering "the best customer experience"

15 Of The Most Relaxing Vacation Spots In America

Too often, we do vacation the same way we do life: overbooked, over-programmed and hopelessly plugged in to technology. It takes intention ― and often an epic location ― to plan a trip that provides true relaxation

Living in: Johannesburg

Bursting with the energy and pace of a big city but with the friendliness of a much smaller town, Johannesburg attracts expats looking to accomplish a lot and integrate quickly

25 of the world's best honeymoon hotels

Whether you're after a low-key Caribbean island escape or an African safari adventure, we've rounded up 25 hotels that are sure to meet honeymoon expectations.

10 bucket list cruises of a lifetime

Spanning seven seas -- and countless waterways in between -- the world's horizons stretch every which way for would-be cruisers

Biking and baring it all on a cycling adventure

The halfway point of our five-day, three-country trip on two wheels around Lake Constance – known as the Bodensee in German – had been long, hot and a little bloody, as I'd taken a tumble off my bike

9 destinations best explored via helicopter

While it's wonderful to fully immerse yourself in nature via a hike, you can have a full different experience with a landscape via a helicopter tour. Until you're up in the air, it's difficult to truly understand how vast nature is

There's a guaranteed way to make your holiday seem longer... and it's all about avoiding the sun lounger

An American neuro-scientist called David Eagleman conducted a study into the way the brain reacts to different behaviour and discovered that when subjected to a shocking situation, time appeared to slow down

The Bay of Pigs Invasion

On April 17, 1961, US backed Cuban exiles landed on Cuban shores in an ill-fated plan to over-throw Fidel Castro. Although financed and planned by the United States, the Kennedy administration withdrew its planned air support

36 Hours in Baltimore

Charm City has raised the charm quotient considerably in the past few years, managing to retain its quirky appeal as it develops stylish, more upmarket restaurants and hotels

In the Air, That Uneasy Feeling of Us vs. Them

How the industry reached the unfriendly skies is a journey that goes back to 9/11, which ushered in greater security regulations and carry-on restrictions. In the aftermath of 9/11, “not following crew instructions immediately could be seen as a threat

Pair of aces: Las Vegas

These stays on the Las Vegas Strip boast multi-floor suites, private pools, butler service, fine dining and more. VIP penthouses and suites, fine dining, and the most indulgent spas. From nationally awarded offerings to private perks and priceless views, here are Vegas resorts' most splurge-worthy upgrades

Fliers' rights: You have fewer than you think

Delays and cancellations are the bane of airline passengers. But unless you’re up to speed on airline rules and regulations, you may well have an outdated idea of what you’re entitled to

River line Avalon to expand on Mekong with second ship

Avalon Waterways is expanding again in Southeast Asia with plans for a second ship on the Mekong River. The 36-passenger vessel, to be called Avalon Saigon, will debut in September 2018

Nine of the weirdest Easter traditions happening right now around the world

Already bored of hot cross buns and egg hunts? These nine countries are looking forward to a four-day festival filled with weirdness

It's sea turtle season in Florida. Here's how to see them.

Many Florida beaches welcome a special type of visitor as the weather gets warmer: sea turtles. Female sea turtles crawl out of the water from spring to early fall to build nests and lay eggs on the beach at night

At 375, Montreal’s cosmopolitan charm still seduces travelers

Montreal is now filled with jubilee sentiment as it marks 375 years since its founding, with special exhibitions, concerts and festivities, including projecting images of historical figures on trees and walls throughout the city

Shame On You, Tourists

Excuse me for being a bit worked up. I will explain. Your Instagram animal selfie isn't worth a lifetime of misery for the animals you claim to love

The Surprising Reason The FCC Chairman Doesn't Want In-Flight Phone Calls

The chairman of the FCC is doing his best to stop a 2013 proceeding that would let passengers make cellphone calls on planes

I Learned The Hard Way That You Can't Take A Vacation From Grief

In utter defiance of the advice proffered by friends and grief counselors, I have been determined to move myself and my two teenagers beyond

Carnival ship sets sail on 'Cruise to Nowhere'

Carnival Fantasy set sail on a three-night Cruise to Nowhere

When bedbugs also check in to your hotel room

That bedbug, the size of an apple seed, is now part of your life. It will hitch a ride home to live with you as an unwanted reminder of that expensive five-star hotel stay. And it will cost not only you, but the hospitality industry

The Assassination of Abraham Lincoln

John Wilkes Booth was an angry man. The actor had been a Confederate during the civil war and viewed President Abraham Lincoln as an unconstitutional tyrant. He formulated a plan to kidnap the President and hold him as a ransom for the release of Confederate prisoners

River line Avalon Waterways to Add More Active Cruises

The Colorado-based company in 2018 will significantly expand its new Active Discovery series of voyages with new itineraries on the Rhine

Why Tourists Wind Up in the ER

This is why you’re most likely to be hospitalized when traveling the globe—and how to avoid it

Oakland: How San Francisco's poor cousin became the coolest city in the Bay Area

Oakland has lately earned itself a rep as a more down to earth, soulful version of rival San Francisco

Is this seaside town Cuba's best-kept secret?

Subterranean geology is what Gibara is all about. Once known for its thriving port – the most important on the north-east coast during the 19th century – it has gained a reputation over the years for the three-day Cine de la Cueva festival

Hike the beach to Dungeness lighthouse, then stop for cider on the way home

Dungeness Spit hike offers dramatic views of water and mountains, and Chimacum's bucolic Finnriver Cidery is a perfect spot to wind down

Lake Superior circle tour offers unique experience - splendours of Gichigami abound

A voyage around the world’s largest freshwater lake, the big sea they once called Gichigami, reveals a sublime and in-your-face spectacular natural wonderland unrivalled anywhere

Land Ho! Cruise Lines Offer Tours Beyond the Sea

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. has just begun a subsidiary, GoBe.com, a global tour operator and the first noncruise venture for the company

MegabusGold 'sleepercoach': UK's most luxurious bus service is axed

Britain's most luxurious bus service will come to an end next month after sustaining heavy losses

Florida Officials Propose Hyperloop That Could Make Miami-to-Orlando Trip in 26 Minutes

The Hyperloop would shuttle riders between the two cities in only 26 minutes

Wild or mild, these bike rides are among the best in the West (and Iowa)

Cyclists and scenic routes go together like love and marriage, horse and carriage. Here are some of their favorite places to go for a spin

Storm cancellations that dragged on for days to cost Delta $125 million

Delta Air Lines projected Wednesday that its five-day crisis of canceled flights after storms at its Atlanta hub will cost $125 million in revenue

Tour downtown Jackson's newest hotel

Jackson’s newest hotel is less than four months away from opening, and hoteliers say it will bring an air of luxury downtown hasn’t previously seen

Funny road signs from around the world

One of the many joys of traveling is in observing how quirks of culture, language and eccentricities of people translate into funny signs. Whether it’s just unfortunate translations, unintentional double entendres or bizarrely worded placards, funny signs have a way of popping up at the unlikeliest of places

Trump's travel ban is hitting luxury hotels the hardest

Arne Sorenson, CEO of Marriott International, speaking at a company meeting in Dubai, said the ban on travel from six predominately Muslim countries has been hurting his business

The Birth Of Thomas Jefferson

On this day in 1743, Thomas Jefferson was born in Albemarle County, Virginia

American Cruise Lines’ American Constellation Ready Ahead of Schedule

American Cruise Lines announced on Friday that its new cruise ship American Constellation has left the shipyard with construction complete ahead of schedule for the inaugural season

The best dog-friendly inns in New England

So you want to take a trip, but can’t stand that heart-breaking where-are-you-going-without-me face your dog makes when he sees you leaving? We feel you. Here are some of the best pup-friendly spots in New England

Built on Steel, Pittsburg Now Thrives on Culture

Of all the things to love about Pittsburgh, its bridges are perhaps the most visible. There are over 440 bridges, an astounding number for a city of 300,000 people — hence its nickname City of Bridges

When School's out, a Canadian dorm stay could open the door to Big Savings

In Canada, living like a student is an option for budget-minded solo or family travelers in the summertime

World's Best Alternative Sites: Circus Maximus to a 9/11 Tour

TripAdvisor has compiled a list of its 10 most reviewed spots, from the Eiffel Tower at number two (98,909 reviews) to the London Eye at number 10, with a paltry 57,106 reviews

15 Of The Most Relaxing Vacation Spots In America

Whether your idea of relaxation is a quiet mountain hike, a beach side nap or a cooking class, this lineup has got you covered

The Best Airline in the World is...

TripAdvisor just revealed its first annual Travelers' Choice awards for best airlines in the U.S. and around the globe

Carnival Opens Aft Pools on Several Cruise Ships to Families

Formerly kept as adults-only spaces, the aft pools on several Carnival Cruise Line ships will now be open to families

10 Best Food Holidays in Asia

From laksa, a coconut-laced Peranakan noodle soup and aromatic Vietnamese rice rolls, to comforting yum cha or satay, the list of Asian dishes to try is endless - a clear reflection of its diversity

Nine Tiny Hotels with Big Hospitality

If you're looking for a more personalized experience, check out these hotels with just 20 rooms or less

220 Cities Could Lose Train Service Under Trump Budget Proposal

Under a budget proposal from President Donald Trump, those historic long-distance train lines that have run coast to coast for 45 years could soon be a thing of the past, cutting off passenger train service to 220 cities

A Weight Watchers Caribbean Cruise Aims to Prevent Overeating

Weight Watchers International is hosting a seven-night, wellness-themed Caribbean cruise that will differ slightly from typical cruise vacations

Michelle Obama Is Giving Us Major Vacation Envy In French Polynesia

Michelle Obama will make a highly anticipated return to public life later this month. But first, there’s paddleboarding to do in the South Pacific

In Southern Spain, a Pilgrimage (and a Party Too)

Held on the last weekend in April, it is considered the oldest romería — or religious pilgrimage — in Spain, a country that takes its holy holidays seriously even as the influence of the Catholic Church wanes

The Most Extreme Places to Stay Around the World

Maybe it's the rise of Instagram, maybe it's a millennial thing but travelers are becoming more adventurous not just about where they go but also where they sleep

Five Places to Go in Miami

The buzz in Miami these days is about the revival of the MiMo Historic District, which is filling up with stylish shops, restaurants, bars and boutique hotels

Harlem’s French Renaissance

A small Francophile community, lured by Harlem’s sense of community and storied history, has sprung up, and along with it have come French restaurants

United Airlines Passenger Is Dragged From an Overbooked Flight

The disturbing scene captured on cellphone videos by United Airlines passengers on Sunday went beyond the typical nightmares of travelers on an overbooked flight

Take a Cruise With Oprah? Reservations, Please!

Ms. Winfrey and the journalist Gayle King will kick off O, the Oprah Magazine’s new Share the Adventure cruise series aboard the Holland America Line

Inside the Carnival ships that made cruising history

Nostalgic for the early days of cruising? Our latest Cruise Ship Tour, in the carousel above, looks back at cruise giant Carnival's first three vessels — the Mardi Gras, Carnivale and Festivale

Boston Park Plaza gets a $100 million renovation

The historic Boston Park Plaza is celebrating its 90th anniversary this year. To commemorate it, the hotel underwent a $100 million renovation of its guest rooms and public spaces

The unexpected downside to China's toilet revolution

Floors swimming in nastiness at a Chengdu hospital, open-to-your-neighbours squat toilets at a Beijing restaurant, and cubicles without doors at a theme park in Kunming: just three of the bathroom nightmares experienced by The Independent

Disneyland Paris turns 25 - so how did Mickey's magic win over the aloof French?

Year-round sunshine, a can-do attitude, a willingness to be goofy… indeed, Goofy: was there ever a city less suited to Disney than Paris

New hotel brand wrangles six historic properties

A chic new hotel brand is getting launched, and it's set to attach itself to a half-dozen historic properties right off the bat. Journal Hotels - a new label created by veteran hotelier Stephen Brandman along with the owners of the Hollywood Roosevelt hotel

How Climate Change Could Make Flying A Whole Lot Worse

Climate change is expected to make severe turbulence ― which can hospitalize passengers ― worse in the coming years, according to a new study published Friday.

Here, There, and Everywhere

Hit the slopes for spring skiing and hopping-good Easter festivities at Bretton Woods Ski Area in New Hampshire

Craziest things passengers have tried to sneak onto airplanes

How would you feel if you knew the person next to you had a WW II blasting machine under the seat?

One Family Earned $11,000 By Not Flying Delta During Delay-Filled Weekend

If you had somewhere to be this weekend and booked to fly with Delta Air Lines, there's a decent chance you either arrived late, never made it, or had to fly another carrier -all thanks to lingering cancellations and delays brought on by a storm

Bank of fishing fun at Banks Lake for opening day of trout season

The opening of the general lowland lake trout season is coming up on April 22nd, and you may want to consider taking your family to Banks Lake and Coulee Playland this year

100 things to do in D.C.

Going to Washington for the 100th anniversary celebration of the National Cherry Blossom Festival? Here are some other things to do

New Legoland Beach Retreat expands park guests' options

Legoland Beach Retreat makes splashy entrance

New York City Vacation Packages Announces Agent Fam Trips

New York City Vacation Packages (NYCVP), a tour company focusing exclusively on leisure travel to New York City, is offering accredited travel agents the opportunity to visit the Big Apple on one of several Independent Fam Trip weekends

SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS VACATIONS® INTRODUCES FAMILY, CULTURE AND SAFARI PACKAGE FOR SUMMER TRAVEL

For those that have not made their summer travel plans yet, South African Airways Vacations® (SAA Vacations®) has introduced the perfect package for that upcoming family getaway. The “Family, Culture, and Safari” package is designed to allow families the opportunity to immerse in the rich heritage and culture of South Africa

The Stone of Scone is Returned to Scotland

The Stone of Scone, sometimes called the Stone of Destiny, is a 330-pound rock made of sandstone that has for centuries been used in the coronation of Scotish, English, and British monarchs. The Stone of Scone figured into the coronation of Kenneth MacAlpin, the first King of Scotland, in 847 AD. It was fitted into the throne upon which the monarchs sat

Land Ho! Cruise Lines Offer Tours Beyond the Sea

Over the past decade, cruise lines have been offering more opportunities to spend time on land. Now one is starting its own land-only tour company

In Mexico City, a Beacon of Luxury Shines Brighter

At a towering 42 stories, the InterContinental Presidente has long been a Mexico City beacon. A renovation, completed in late 2015, with updates this spring and summer to some of its signature restaurants, adds a new burnish to this destination

25 coolest places in the USA to visit with kids

Family vacations are a great opportunity to escape the city and explore national parks, museums and other historic sites with the kids. These places are sure to be winners with even the most jaded children

April route roundup: Where cruise lines are adding sailings

Cruise lines are constantly tweaking their schedules. Sometimes it's just the addition of a single port to a long-established itinerary. Other times it's the rollout of an all-new route. Recently announced itineraries include new voyages in Alaska, Europe

Delta meltdown: Delays drag into Sunday, improvement is slow

Delta Air Lines said it had canceled nearly 3,000 flights this week after a severe storm hit its hometown of Atlanta, Georgia and apologized for its response to the "unprecedented" weather. Delta still struggling to get flights back on time days after storms hit its Atlanta hub

How to abseil into an underground river in Slovenia

Tales of monsters inhabiting the fearful gloom of Slovenia's caves stretch back through history. Legends abound of perpetual mist drifting from dark caverns and peculiar half-formed creatures washed into rivers by storm rains.. And right now, we're face to face with them

The drunk plane passengers you really don't want to meet on a flight

In the week that a select committee has advised restricting alcohol sales at airports, The travel team recalls their worst experiences of drunks on a plane

Why you should visit Scottsdale, Arizona

This buried treasure in Arizona has all the accoutrements of modern living - sights, boutiques and fine foods - for when the coyotes and cactuses just aren't enough

The 20 greatest destinations for flowers

The rose harvest, taking place in the mountain landscape of Jabal Akhdar between March and May, is a sensory delight when the rugged scenery is transformed by a mass of heady pink petals

How To Prepare For Crazy Travel Delays

With a week of stormy weather again hitting the east coast of the United States and backing up airline operations nationwide as a result, tens of thousands

This Has Got To Be The Most Beautiful Place On Earth Right Now

If you didn’t catch any cherry blossoms this year, never fear: Japan’s wisteria season is nearly here, and there’s still enough time to plan a trip before the big bloom

The world's most dangerous city?

Benjamin Zand travelled to Pakistan – a place often associated with the Taliban – to meet some of the many young, forward-thinking people working to make their country a better place

This is what happens to half-used hotel room soap

Unless you plan on holding up in a hotel room for an extended period of time, it's safe to say that complimentary bar of soap won't get used up

Hotels draw crowds, customers with special events

Central Florida’s hospitality industry increasingly is developing special events on its own properties. The goals: Entertain their guests, introduce themselves to locals and maybe lure away some customers

The Titanic's Maiden Voyage

On April 10, 1912 the RMS Titanic set sail on its maiden voyage. The ship departed Southampton, England, bound for New York City, New York, with Captain Edward J. Smith in command and 2,223 people aboard. The Titanic stopped in France and Ireland to pick up additional passengers

36 Hours in Cyprus

Recovered from its economic woes, the mythological birthplace of Aphrodite is solvent again and undergoing a rebirth of its own

An insider’s guide to NYC — from a know-it-all millennial

When your kid moves to New York City, there's an upside: Insider tips. A weekend with a newly minted New Yorker can reveal a wonderful side of this often-overwhelming locale

Enchantment under the sea — with whales — in Tahiti

A family's South Pacific idyll brings them fin-to-fin with humpback whales. Luckily, Tahiti is not a difficult trip. It’s about an eight-hour nonstop flight

This trail promises to bring tourism back to the Middle East

A new 400-mile hiking trail running the length of Jordan has opened. But will the Jordan Trail boost tourism in a country that's been hit hard?

Solar eclipse mania spurs festivals, tours, sold-out hotels

Destinations in the path of the August eclipse, are going wild with plans for festivals, concerts and viewing parties

New Cruise Ship Making Its Way to Alaska

Azamara Club Cruises recently released its itineraries for 2019 showing the 600-foot Azamara Quest will sail 11 cruises in Alaska. The company is a subsidiary of Royal Caribbean Cruises

Will the Delta Queen cruise again?

The years long effort to get the Delta Queen back on the river took a leap forward this week

7 Etiquette Tips For Flying With Kids

Traveling with children can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. Bustling airports and airline delays are tough, even for the frequent flyer. Adding kids

Social airline concepts make flying more fun

New advances in business class travel combine customizable touches with sociable settings, not unlike the spacious lounges and cozy couches of planes in the 1960s and '70s

14 ways to survive 14 hours in coach

Skip the booze, go ahead and put your seat back, and other tips for surviving long flights

How to get cheap accommodation in Barcelona, Berlin, Rome and Paris

Just like flying, the time you book your accommodation can greatly impact how much you pay. In fact, new research from TripAdvisor reveals that booking hotels at the right time can save travelers as much as 35 per cent

Meet the carpet cleaner from Manchester who now travels the world and gets paid $9,000 for one photo

Young travellers Lauren Bullen, 24 - also known as “Gypsea Lust” - and Jack Morris, 26 - who blogs under “Do You Travel” - met in Fiji early in 2016, and have been inseperable, in life and online, ever since

Off Belize, a Hunt for Saltwater Fly-Fishing’s Top Prizes

There is no official definition of the feat, but a Grand Slam loosely consists of catching three of the sport’s most coveted prizes — bonefish, permit and tarpon — in the same fishery, on the same day or trip

Graze the Grenada Spice Market

The West Indies island of Grenada is often referred to as Spice Island, a name it earned for its wealth of spices, which were highly prized during the colonial era. Present-day Grenada is a leading producer of cinnamon, cloves, ginger, bay leaf, turmeric and nutmeg

Photo tour: The best beaches in California

With 500 beaches on more than 1,000 miles of coastline, the Golden State isn't lacking in space or variety

This is why Melbourne is going vegan

Australia's second city has long been one of the foodie capitals of the world, but now it's going all out for vegan food

Fascinating facts about Gibraltar

With a Brexit row breaking out over the British Overseas Territory of Gibraltar, we've been inspired to uncover a few interesting facts about the little peninsula

The 11 Most Scenic Train Rides In The U.S.

The phrase is “planes, trains and automobiles.” But sometimes it feels like we forget all about the train altogether, favoring a car’s convenience or the speed of a flight

Try This The Next Time You Want To Rent A Car

When Caroline Lupini needed a rental car for a month, the last place she looked was a car rental company. Instead, she turned to a sharing site called

The world's first Christian country?

This European country made Christianity its official religion in 301 AD, and this history can still be seen today

Looking for a clean hotel? Don't just trust ratings

When you’re booking your next hotel stay, you may want to look past the star ratings and have a gander at the cost and reviews. You may find some surprises

More people flew in February, defying Trump travel ban expectations

Global demand for air travel rose 4.8 percent in February, thanks to lower fares and improving economies, with no major impact from an attempted U.S. travel ban, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) said on Thursday

Whale-watchers horrified to witness fishermen harpoon two orcas

With a loud bang, the harpoon speared an orca as the terrified whale-watchers looked on. Moments later, the fishermen gored another one. Issacs told the news organization that “guests were visibly shaken and many were crying, even as they returned to shore in Kingstown.”Now, legislators in St. Vincent are considering a law that would outlaw hunting orcas."

Report on couple's death in cruise ship fire finds fault with ship's safety features, crew's training

The investigation by the Peruvian Nanvy concluded that the tragedy might have been averted had the 31-passenger luxury cruise ship been equipped with its advertised safety features, had its crew

Viking adds new resident historian program to Mediterranean ocean cruises

Now you can get schooled in art, music or military history on 10-day Empires of the Mediterranean cruises from Venice to Athens.

How to Make Your Hotel Room Healthier

Did you know that your hotel room has the potential to make you sick? “Hotel rooms can be a hotbed for germs, and the lighting and poor circulation in some make for an unhealthy environment,”

Business is booming for the naturalist travel industry

These adventures are for those who love going sans clothing.

The First Modern Olympics

The Games of the I Olympiad were held from April 6 to April 15, 1896 in Athens, Greece, the first Olympic Games in modern times. The first Olympics, or "I Olympiad", also established the International Olympic Committee

SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS RECEIVES SKYTRAX™ 4-STAR RATING FOR 15TH CONSECUTIVE YEAR

South African Airways (SAA), the national carrier of South Africa and a leading airline on the African continent has received the Skytrax™ 4-Star rating for the 15th consecutive year

Along the Mekong River, a Timeless Place Where Time Marches On

An ancient Khmer temple’s restoration draws adventurous tourists to a little-known corner of Southeast Asia

The Best Vacation Spots In Every U.S. State

Whether you're planning a last-minute getaway or a serious vacation five months out, you don't have to jet-set across the globe to get away from it all

Iceland's big attractions and hidden secrets

With dreamy landscapes and an out-of-this-world feel, it's not surprising that the Golden Circle tour is considered one of the best things to do in Iceland

Caribbean horseback rides take you off the beach and into the water

The simple act of getting up on a horse has some magic to it. Make that a horseback ride saddle-deep through the blue Caribbean Sea and you have an image straight out of a dream

Disney's chief says no virtual reality at parks

Walt Disney Co.'s chief executive has no interest in having theme park visitors strap on virtual reality headsets that block out their view and place them inside a digital world

25 cruise ship attractions that will blow your mind

Ever more insane water slides, bumper cars, surfing pools and robot bartenders are among the latest wows on cruise ships

What happened when a luxury cruise went wrong

On the fourth day of our luxury small ship cruise from Venice to Istanbul, our very new ship ran into the pier while docking in Split in Croatia

Return of an Amtrak passenger train to Orlando in further doubt

Since 2005 there's been no passenger train from New Orleans to Orlando. Considering the cuts to long-distance rail service proposed in President Trump's 2018 budget outline, it may stay that way

Malaysia Airlines changed my flight, where's my refund?

When Malaysia Airlines reschedules Alice Bu's flight from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, to Phuket, Thailand, she asks for a refund. But she gets nothing but radio silence. Where's her money?

Staff reveal what you’ll get away with stealing from your hotel room

Whether it’s a pair of embossed slippers, a sewing kit or a handful of shampoo miniatures, most people have slipped something into their luggage during a hotel stay

Suite Spot: Chileno Bay Resort, Cabo San Lucas

ince Hurricane Odile struck Los Cabos in September 2014, Baja California's resort corridor has seen a whirlwind of repairs, renovations and all-new hotels, with a half dozen more still to come

How (and Where) to Take a Tax-Refund Vacation

Don’t save your tax refund check — spend it on travel. That is the message some tour operators, cruise lines and hotels want to get across this year, and with Tax Day approaching

How I Afforded To Buy A Home And Travel The World In My Mid-20s

For many millennials, being a homeowner is often synonymous with being tied down. There are numerous studies and polls that show how millennials are the

The First Presidential Veto

The word "veto" is Latin for "I forbid". The US Constitution provides that the President, as the head of the executive branch of government may veto a bill passed by the Congress. The first exercise of a the presidential veto power was on April 5, 1792 when George Washington

Holbox, where travelers head out to swim with the world's largest fish

If you take a boat out from mid-May through mid-September, you have a good chance of swimming with a whale shark

Canada travel highlights: where to go and what to do

The juxtaposition of peerless landscapes and compelling cities, of modern distractions and timeless comforts, is found across Canada

Trieste, Italy - Multicultural Dining and a Grand Sea-Front Hotel

The borders and rulers of Italy have always been fluid, at least until the twentieth century, and there are are parts of the country that bear clear – and, for a food-lover, tasteable

Live Like A Local In Prague, Czech Republic

Prague in January is cold. Freezing. But that doesn

Poconos' Kalahari: America's largest indoor water park

Imagine a large, outdoor water park that's stocked with nearly every conceivable slide and splashtastic attraction that the genre has to offer

American Revolution museum coming to Philadelphia will display Washington's wartime tent

A new museum dedicated to America’s struggle for independence will take its place a few blocks from Independence Hall in Philadelphia — and in history

USA TODAY's guide to cruise ship gratuity charges

Some cruise lines levy as much as $23 per person, per day in automatic gratuity charges, also called service charges

Norwegian Begins Offering All Inclusive Cruises in Select Markets

The cruise line is now offering all inclusive cruises in some markets that brings a range of valuable benefits and services, and a brand new feeling of freedom at sea

The 4 plane meals you should never eat

I have learned that the less hungry I am when boarding a flight, the happier the flight is likely to be. At the same time as airlines strip away complimentary catering, airports are getting better

Why do we dress so badly when we fly?

Airlines still enforce dress codes, albeit watered down, for employees and their dependents. And sometimes, for regular passengers as well

You can live in the Plaza Hotel for $39.5 million

The Plaza hotel is more than just a place to stay when passing through New York. It's also one of the most historic landmarks in Manhattan. And now, you can own a permanent residence there

Farm-to-hotel: 10 resorts that grow their own food

Capitalizing on the farm-to-table trend, these 10 North American hotels are delighting guests with house-grown fruits, vegetables and herbs

9 hotels accused of false advertising ahead of solar eclipse

Officials are investigating nine Oregon hotels who travelers claim cancelled their room reservations and inflated room prices ahead of an upcoming solar eclipse

Is an unwelcoming political climate keeping tourists away from U.S.?

Is an unwelcoming political climate really creating a

How to get cheap theater tickets in New York

Finding cheap tickets to a show has never been easier. From lotteries to apps, we've put together a guide to scoring tickets without breaking the bank

The Flag Act of 1818

The original flag of the United States had 13 stars and 13 stripes in honor of the original colonies. In 1795, the flag had two additional stars and stripes. By 1818, there were 20 states, but still only 15 stars. On April 4, 1818 Congress passed a Flag Act decreeing that the number of stars

My Vancouver: an unfolding story

Vancouver as what you might call an improvisational air. The city’s friendliness toward immigrants shows in the streets. Walk through the Gastown area and hear Arabic, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Spanish

The Cook Islands: See the South Pacific on a budget

The Cooks have the sun and sand and aqua waters you’ve always associated with the South Pacific, as do Tahiti and Fiji. But there are several ways the Cooks stand out from those other destinations

Late-season is Lake Tahoe's sweet spot

California's abundance of atmospheric river storms this winter has not only been a boon for a state desperately in need of rain, but it also has boosted Lake Tahoe snowfall numbers higher than the past five seasons

Britain's 20 greatest landscapes

With warmer weather finally hear and summer right around the corner, we asked a renowned landscape photographer to choose his favorite British landscapes

Universal Studios Hollywood adds high-def to Potter ride

Less than four months after Universal Studios Hollywood removed the 3-D feature from its Harry Potter flying simulator ride, the park has upgraded the attraction to include high-definition images of fire-breathing dragons, enchanted trees and evil flying creatures

New Silversea Cruises flagship debuts in Italy

The Monaco-based cruise company on Monday took delivery of its first newly built vessel in seven years, the 596-passenger Silver Muse

Exploring the Mississippi by steamboat

She is just one of the American Queen Steamboat Company's fleet of magnificent vessels. American Empress travels the Columbia and Snake rivers in the Pacific Northwest, while the company's newest steamboat American Duchess, which is currently being fitted out as a super-luxurious, all-suite vessel

On a culinary cruise, you eat well and learn to cook well

If there is one thing almost as certain as death and taxes, it's that a passenger on a cruise ship will never go hungry

Boeing's new 787-10 Dreamliner completes its maiden flight

Boeing's new 787-10 Dreamliner completes its maiden flight. The event came at Boeing’s assembly line in North Charleston, S.C., where a large crowd of employees and onlookers gathered to watch the “dash 10” version of the Dreamliner take to the skies for the first time

End of line for epic American train rides?

Cinematic landscapes roll by the window as a photographer takes a ride across America on an Amtrak train route that could soon be a thing of the past

15 Fabulous Things Every Woman Should Do While Traveling Solo

Why is traveling solo so wonderful? Let us count the ways: no one rushing you through a museum you paid $25 to enter, no one slowing you down on your way

April Travel Deals: Don't let tax day stop you from having fun

April offers plenty of free or low-cost deals and adventures to help you take your mind off any impending tax bills and start enjoying spring

Bed down under the red roof of the seaside Hotel del Coronado

When the 20th century began, there were dozens of grand hotels like this across the country, built mostly of wood. But a bunch of them burned. This resort is a rare survivor, California's most regal Victorian

Castle hotels: Your own 'Beauty and the Beast' fairytale

Moats, drawbridges and centuries-old charm are more affordable than you might think. Here are 15 of the world's best castle stays from Ireland to India

The First Pony Express Run

On this day in 1860, a series of Pony Express messengers rode their mounts from Saint Joseph, Missouri to Sacramento, California. Reducing the time for mail delivery between the coasts to approximately 10 days, the Pony Express service carried letters on a horseback relay

36 Hours in Victoria Falls

In 1855, after first glimpsing what the local Kololo tribe called Mosi-oa-Tunya — “the smoke that thunders” — the Scottish missionary and explorer David Livingstone promptly set about renaming it for his queen. Today, Victoria Falls straddles the border between Zimbabwe and Zambia

NYC hotels with great views: 15 choices from luxe to budget

While other cities may try to compete, the fact is that there are few skylines that are as instantly recognizable as New York City’s. In fact, in some ways, New York has perfected the urban landscape, peppering it with iconic landmarks like Central Park, Times Square, the Empire State Building and One World Trade Center

JetBlue back in Atlanta after absence of more than 13 years

The airline inaugurated non-stop service Thursday from its hub in Boston. Atlanta becomes the 101st city on JetBlue’s route map, with JetBlue offering five daily Atlanta-Boston round-trip flights on Airbus A320 aircraft

Everyone wants better airports, but who pays?

How do we undertake public works projects while cutting budgets? How do we improve infrastructure while simultaneously reducing taxes on the entities that benefit from it? Simply put, just who exactly is supposed to pay for our aviation network

Four arrested over plot to bomb historic Venice bridge

Italian police have arrested four people in Venice suspected of planning an attack on the Rialto Bridge. The group had been under surveillance for a year, said police. On intercepted phone calls they had praised last week's London terror attack and had pledged allegiance to the Islamic State group

What the inside of a plane of the future will be like, according to a cabin designer

The mid-twentieth century is sometimes referred to

Which airline offers the best premium economy?

Bridging the gap between business and cattle class is premium economy. This once novel concept is now increasingly being adopted by airlines that are seeing financial benefits in offering passengers that little bit more comfort for a little bit more money

The secret bucket list: 12 world wonders you've never heard of (but should visit)

We all know where the great wonders of the world are. Or do we?

There's 'No *** Way' Gordon Ramsay Will Eat Airplane Food

Airplane food isn’t typically considered savory, and neither is Gordon Ramsay. Put the two together and you’ve got a recipe for Ramsay’s signature sass. “There’s no way I eat on planes,” Ramsay recently told Refinery29. “I worked for airlines for 10 years, so I know where this food’s been and where it goes, and how long it took before it got on board

12 Trips Every Woman Should Take Before She’s 40

Hear us out, She Who Only Sleeps on 500-Thread-Count Sheets. You need to at least try camping (like in a tent… with a sleeping bag) once in your life ― if only to know it’s absolutely not for you

Australian ship takes passengers on a 'cruise to nowhere' after cyclone ravages port city

Passengers aboard the P

For LGBTQ travelers, river cruises are the rage

As river cruises become more popular with gay and lesbian travelers, cruise lines are offering a wide array of LGBTQ-targeted experiences.

In Mexico's stunning Magdalena Bay, humans and whales meet up

Just off the bow of our 22-foot open boat - a whale spout erupts with an adrenalin-spiking "shwooosh". Seawater jets into the air, catching the brilliant Mexican sun in a fleeting rainbow.

Where to stay in Paris: hotels by district

A neighbourhood guide to the best areas to stay in Paris, as chosen by our resident experts, including the best hotels in St-Germain, Montmartre, Pigalle, the Marais, the Latin Quarter and popular destinations such as the Grand Boulevards

The Eiffel Tower is inaugurated

Along with the Sphinx and the Great Pyramid, there may be no other man-made structure as instantly recognizable as the Eiffel Tower, inaugurated on this date in 1889. Owned by the city of Paris, the grand tower was built for the Universal Exhibition held that year in celebration of the French Revolution

Border agent searches of Americans' cellphones spark lawsuit

After an NBC News report on U.S. citizens having their cellphones searched at the border, an advocacy group has filed suit seeking answers from DHS

First Look at Carnival's Newest Cruise Ship Waterpark

Carnival Cruise Line continues to pour millions in updating their cruise ships and Carnival Glory recently returned from drydock with the addition of the cruise line

Accordions, Étouffée and Nonstop Dancing in a Zydeco Capital

Eggs, zydeco and dancing are a year-round Saturday morning tradition in Breaux Bridge, but on this particular morning in late April last year, the crowd also included a smattering of partyers from the Festival International de Louisiane i

Best Caribbean beaches: Hot spots and hidden gems

Even if you’ve been there and done that, chilling on a Caribbean beach never gets old. Whether you like snorkeling, swimming and sunbathing, people-watching on party beaches or the sand less traveled where you draw your own private line in the sand

Hidden gems: Beautiful public lands from @Interior

The US Department of the Interior manages everything from national parks to wildlife refuges to public lands, so who better to ask about America's hidden gems

A former flight attendant on the most annoying things that passengers do

Working as cabin crew for Ryanair was one of the worst jobs that Joseph* says he has ever had. But not for the reasons you might think.

The world's 20 friendliest cities - which UK destination made the cut?

A poll of 120,000 Conde Nast Readers reveals the worlds's 20 friendliest cities. Here's the one's chosen in the United Kingdom

Top 10: the best Cotswolds hotels

An expert guide to the top spa hotels in the Cotswolds, including the best for pampering treatments, swimming pools, saunas, steam rooms and hot tubs, as well as gardens, gourmet dining, first-class service and cosy bars

10 Reasons To Get Out Of Your Resort And Explore

Although it is so much fun to lie around the pool and veg out on the beach at your resort, I find it disheartening when I hear that someone never

The world's happiest country?

How have Colombians maintained their renowned happiness in the face of unimaginable atrocity, loss and economic hardship?

Passenger sues airline after another flier drops a bag on her head from the overhead cabin

A woman claims she has been left with a permanent dent on her forehead and other injuries

Niagara Falls' Maid of the Mist boats planning early launch

The Maid of the Mist tour boats at Niagara Falls are being readied for their earliest launch ever. The famed boats that bring passengers from the New York shore to the base of the falls in the lower Niagara River will open the 2017 season on Saturday

12 of Amsterdam's best canalside hotels

Amsterdam's canals are one of the best things about the city. Staying in a hotel next to one makes them even better

Woman frustrated cruise line won't offer refund after trip cut short

A Jacksonville woman has a warning for other travelers after she said she had a bad experience during her vacation. Travel agent warns cruise passengers to insure trips

Seward's Folly

On this day in 1867, the U.S. Senate purchased the territory of Alaska from the Russian Empire for the sum of 2 cents per acre, or $7.2 million (approximately $110 million in 2009 dollars). Russian knew the territory as Alyeska, the "great land", an Aleut word

Slowing Down, Finding Hidden Paradise on St. John

Rush, and you’ll miss hidden beaches, food trucks and one of the most elegant resorts in the Caribbean. Here’s how to find them

Off-Season Discounts on India Trips

Travelers can take advantage of extra savings by booking tours during India’s off-season, and some deals extend to travel beyond summer. Safari parks offer peak wildlife viewing in April and May, while mountainous regions provide respite from the heat in June

First look: Inside Seven Seas Voyager, the top-rated luxury ship that just got a massive makeover

Just how swanky is the new look aboard Seven Seas Voyager? See for yourself with a scroll through the carousel above, which offers the first comprehensive, deck-by-deck tour of the top-rated Regent Seven Seas Cruises ship

Journey into the clouds along Sri Lanka's tea trails

Where neon green rice paddies end at the foot of the mountain, the steep ascent into hill country begins. Produce stands line the slow, winding route into the clouds

Valley of the Fallen: Inside Spain's most controversial visitor site

An hour outside Madrid is Spain's most controversial memorial. Stephen Phelan visits the grave of General Franco

Security breach renders in-flight laptop ban useless

The airport which is the main target of the Governmentss ban on electronic devices has a security flaw that renders rigorous checks futile, The Independent can reveal. After clearing six separate security hurdles at Istanbul airport, passengers bound for London Heathrow

This Company Will Pay You $10k To Travel The World With A Friend

Jobs that pay for full-time travel are incredibly hard to come by. One company, however, is offering a sample of the good life with the short-term gig of your dreams

A Visual Evolution Of What We Wear On Planes

United Airlines blocked girls from wearing leggings on their flight Sunday, not only angering Twitter but also amplifying the difference in dress codes from when people first began flying

The 17 Most Photogenic Vacation Spots On The Planet

There are a lot of beautiful places to travel, but only some truly shine under your camera

Romantic hotel chain offers refunds for guests who get divorced

The fallout of a divorce can be excruciating. On top of the heartbreak that comes with a long-term relationship ending and the daunting task of starting a new life on one's own, there is the economic loss. No worries

The world's most beautiful island hotels

From Australia to the Caribbean, there's no shortage of beautiful island hotels around the world. Here are 15 of the finest

Southern Lights put on show for passengers on special flight

An eight-hour flight that goes in a circle may sound like an airline debacle, but for the 134 passengers on the first-ever chartered flight to see the Southern Lights, it was all about the view

One mom is 'livid' over the TSA pat-down of her son at DFW airport

Jennifer Williamson posted a now-viral video to Facebook of her son Aaron being screened at a TSA checkpoint

These Adults Prove Disney Cruises Aren't Just for Kids

The happiest ships on the high seas have more than you realize. Just step aboard and see

Alexander Roberts Announces No Single Supplement ​ $4,000 Solo Traveler Savings on Great Lakes Cruising this Summer

March 28, 2017 – Keene, NH – Alexander Roberts has announced five prime summer sailing dates with no supplements for single guests on its new Great Lakes cruises between Chicago and Toronto: May 31, June 18, June 27, July 6 and July 15. Featuring the deluxe, 202-guest mv Victory I, now fully refurbished and owner-managed, these all-inclusive cruises feature an outside stateroom, shore excursions, airport transfers, shipboard gratuities, fine regional dining in two unique venues, free-flowing wines at dinner, an open bar throughout the cruise, and complimentary WiFi.

Surveying Begins on Cumberland Road

On March 29, 1803 Congress authorized the construction of Cumberland Road (known today as National Road) from what is present-day Wheeling, West Virginia to Cumberland, Maryland. Cumberland Road became one of the catalysts for westward expansion

Try on a whole new role in Hawaii

As the world's most remote island chain, Hawaii offers tempting possibilities for discreetly trying on different personae. if none of these new modes appeal. Would-be mermaids gather in the early morning on Makena Beach to learn about Hawaii's fragile ocean ecosystems

How to Make the Most of Your Credit Card Points

The days of hoarding airline miles may be coming to an end. Increasingly, they can be frustrating to use, expire more quickly and devalue more sharply, sometimes without notice

Classic Royal Hawaiian

On the shores of Waikiki Beach on the Hawaiian island of Oahu sits the “Pink Palace of the Pacific,” The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort. Celebrating its 90th anniversary this year

WOW Air, known for $99 Europe fares, adds first city in Midwest

WOW Air, the Icelandic discounter known for its $99 one-way fares to Europe, announced Chicago as its latest U.S. destination. WOW is set to begin flying from Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport on July 13

Cunard plans an epic 30-port around-the-world cruise

Cunard is planning another epic around-the-world cruise that will include stops at more than 30 ports on six continents

Why you should travel to Turkey this year

Tourism has collapsed in Turkey due to political upheaval over the past year. As the laptop ban gets underway, Emma Thomson visits Fethiye to take the pulse of a nation that's fighting back

Here's where to see the magnificent waterfalls that have returned to SoCal after the big rains

Here are six Southland locations where the spigot is finally turned on again after years of drought. Nothing quite like feeling their thunder and being cooled by their spray

The 23 biggest secrets of air travel

How long would you have if all four engines failed? And how often are planes struck by lightning? Aviation experts reveal all

Africa forbidden zone now a wildlife wonderland

The obscure Caprivi Strip in northern Namibia cuts through Angola and Botswana, making it a narrow strip filled with animals in a remote, unspoiled setting.

Tel Aviv's cool new lifeguard stand 'hotel'

Tel Aviv is practically synonymous with the beach. But a new hotel is giving tourists an opportunity to experience that famous beach in a whole new way. One of the city's famous lifeguard stands, normally a tan color that blends in with the sand, has been repainted with Israel-inspired graffiti from local street artist Edgar Rafael and converted into a pop-up three-room hotel

11 best places to see the Northern Lights

A photo of an epic proposal under the Northern Lights recently went viral, proving once again that the shimmering natural phenomenon has the power to make any experience monumental

A Visual Evolution Of What We Wear On Planes, From Lapels To Leggings

United Airlines blocked girls from wearing leggings on their flight Sunday, not only angering Twitter but also amplifying the difference in dress codes from when people first began flying. No longer do passengers expect to have insane amounts of leg room, eat lobster as a main course in coach or see fellow passengers wearing red carpet attire

The little pony that built Newfoundland

If Newfoundland seems like a world removed from Canada, stepping foot onto Change Islands is something else entirely.

Planning A Cruise When You Have A Disability

Demand for cruising has increased 68% in the past decade, according to the Cruise Lines International Association’s (CLIA) 2016 State of the Cruise Industry Outlook, and people with disabilities find the industry is improving their services

The Three Mile Island accident

he infamous Three Mile Island accident occurred near Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, when main feedwater pumps in a secondary cooling system of a nuclear power plant failed at exactly 4:00 a.m. EST on March 28, 1979. Three weeks before, the movie "The China Syndrome"

36 Hours in San Antonio

The River Walk, San Antonio’s riverside promenade, which opened in 1941, has long influenced other cities eager to replicate its development-spurring success. By expanding the River Walk from three to 15 miles in 2013, and linking it to five Spanish colonial missions, San Antonio remains a jump ahead of the imitators

Five hidden-gem Greek islands

These five islands are perfect for travelers seeking just the right blend of historical sights, unhurried adventure and a dash of delicacies, along with a sprinkling of bouzouki music and Greek dancing. Here, local life is not overrun by large crowds of holiday makers on week-long package deals

Why spring is the best time to visit Paris

You know it's spring in Paris when the after-work picnics begin popping up along the Canal Saint Martin. There's still a chill in the air and darkness descends before the wine is finished, but after a dark, rainy winter cooped up in tiny apartments, young Parisians can't wait to get outside

Indoor water parks: Why wait for summer?

On average, indoor parks may be considerably smaller than their outdoor counterparts. However, surprisingly wild and flashy slides and other attractions await daredevils at many climate-controlled parks

Family Lodging for Part-Time Nature Seekers

Family-friendly attractions like dude ranches or national parks offer full immersion into nature. the following new and improved hotels and resorts offer ready access to wild places and alternatives on the mild side

Cruise Ships in Australia Rerouted Due to Tropical Cyclone Debbie

Tropical Cyclone Debbie, currently listed as a Category 1 storm, is expected to make landfall off the northern coast of Queensland, Australia early this week. Azamara Journey, scheduled to make calls on Hamilton Island on Tuesday, March 28 and Townsville on March 29, has been rerouted

Holland America drops calls in Acapulco over security concerns

Holland America has dropped calls in Acapulco, Mexico through 2018, citing security concerns. The decision affects seven Panama Canal voyages and one South America sailing scheduled to take place starting in October

Why mothers need child-free holidays

Far from it being selfish, it’s crucial for mums to take a break from their kids, according to psychotherapist Jennie Miller. And it’s as important for the children as for the parents themselves

The Best Cities For Expats

As an expat, it can be difficult to adjust to a new city and make an unfamiliar place feel like home. Some cities are easier than others, though, and thankfully, some people have crunched the numbers to tell us where exactly they are

Why surfers are the first to know about cool, new travel destinations

Unsurprisingly, a new study has confirmed that surfers know what's cool before anybody else. A study from the University of Oxford suggests that promoting areas with good surf breaks could help spur economic growth (especially in developing areas) by 2.2 percentage points a year

The Best New Luxury Train Trips

2017 is shaping up as the year of luxury train travel. From Peru to Japan, new and newly refit locomotives are chugging along the rails, treating passengers to gourmet local cuisine in white-tableclothed dining cars, five-star service in sleeping suites, and old-fashioned globe-trotting camaraderie with other guests

United Airlines Stopped Three Girls From Flying Because They Were Wearing Leggings

A United airline representative said they were not in compliance of a dress code required for “company benefit travel,” which is available to United employees and their eligible dependents

Amazon Alexa, Apple Siri headed to hotel rooms, report says

Marriott International, one of the world’s largest hotel chains, is testing iPads running Apple’s Siri and Amazon’s Alexa-powered Echo at its Aloft hotel in Boston’s Seaport district

Great Alaska Earthquake

On March 27th, 1964, it was life as usual in the city of Anchorage, Alaska. At 5:36:14 p.m. local time, the ground shook violently. Reaching a magnitude of 9.2, the ensuing earthquake remains one of the most devastating on record. The earthquake and ensuing tsunami took 128 lives (tsunami 113, earthquake 15), and caused about $311 million in property loss

How Do Kids See the World on a Family Trip?

We gave six families 360-degree video cameras to show us a trip through the eyes of a child. The kids’ views varied widely and wildly by age, according to child development experts

Family Lodging for Part-Time Nature Seekers

Family-friendly attractions like dude ranches or national parks offer full immersion into nature. Which is just fine until it storms. For those seeking a connection to nature

In the Land of Giants

he trees are so big that it would be cowardly not to deal with their bigness head on. They are very, very big. You already knew this — they’re called “giant sequoias” — and I knew it, too. But in person, their bigness still feels unexpected

$149 Europe fares? British Air parent rolls out new budget airline

A new European budget airline made waves last week when it began selling bargain-basement fares between the USA and Europe. But this new discounter isn’t some fly-by-night upstart. Instead, it’s the work of British Airways' parent company

Photo tour: The elegance of a Celebrity Cruises ship

What's it like on a Celebrity Cruises ship? See for yourself with a scroll through our latest Cruise Ship Tour, in the carousel above, which offers a deck-by-deck look at the line's 2,850-passenger Celebrity Solstice

The country with more pyramids than Egypt - but no tourists

To glimpse these Egyptian deities, portrayed so clearly in the grave of a man who died in 653BC, is an utter privilege – but, without context, also misleading. For El Kurru lies not in Egypt, but in Sudan – 275 miles north of the capital Khartoum

The 20 best islands in the world for a walking holiday

What is it about islands that makes them such appealing places for a walking holiday? Perhaps it’s the slower pace of life that encourages gentle rambling, that feeling of escape from the hurly-burly of the real world

So THAT'S Why Traveling Messes With Your Period

Many female travelers know that taking a trip can majorly mess with your period. Travel ― especially long-haul or international journeys ― can cause periods to come late, early or skip a cycle altogether

A city with too much history to handle

Naples has a history problem: there’s just too much of it. Greek cemeteries, Roman ruins, medieval castles, Renaissance churches… it’s more than one city can maintain, and some sites will inevitably crumble – unless passionate locals take matters into their own hands

Passenger on JetBlue flight bound for Florida overdoses on heroin

A plane that was about to depart Kennedy Airport for Florida was forced to return to the gate Wednesday when a 24-year-old man overdosed on heroin and anxiety medication, officials said

Feds remind U.S. airports, airlines they are terror targets

Federal law enforcement has warned America's airports and airlines that they remain top targets for terrorists because of their symbolic value, "inherent accessibility, and the presence of large crowds in unsecure areas," according to a new government memo

Cruise ships are the new snowbirding paradise

Depending on their home city and income level, retirees may find living aboard a cruise ship makes financial sense when compared to other retirement living options, especially in expensive locales

Trumps Plot Big Hotel Expansion, but Political Problems Loom

The Trumps are launching a new hotel chain in a bold expansion of a company that critics say is already too big and opaque for an enterprise whose owner sits in the Oval Office

The Exxon Valdeze Oil Spill

On March 24, 1989, Captain Joseph Hazelwood grounded his boat. Unfortunately, his boat was a 30,000 ton oil tanker filled with 53,094,510 gallons of oil, of which 10.8 million gallons spilled into Prince William Sound. The resulting oil spill ranks as one of the most disastrous environmental catastrophes of record

Family Lodging for Part-Time Nature Seekers

Family-friendly attractions like dude ranches or national parks offer full immersion into nature. Which is just fine until it storms

The best Las Vegas casino hotels

An expert guide to the best casino hotels in Las Vegas, including the best places to stay for sleek casinos, opulent suites, lavish restaurants, stylish pools

Cunard's Queen Victoria to get a makeover

One of Cunard's three queens is getting a significant overhaul. The nine-year-old Queen Victoria will enter a dry dock in early May for a month-long

Coast Guard searching for Carnival cruise passenger who went overboard near Cuba

The Coast Guard, Cuban search teams and Carnival Cruise Lines are searching for 23-year-old Brandon Paul, who fell into sea from Carnival Victory's eighth deck

Alaska Air: Virgin America name will disappear, 'likely' in 2019

Alaska Airlines announced Wednesday it will drop the name and logo of the merger partner it acquired late last year. Virgin America will be phased out

JetBlue going to Europe? Airline hints at adding long-range routes

Portland. Providence. Paris. One of these three is not like the other, and yet it might be if popular low-cost airline JetBlue pushes ahead

20 things I've learned since becoming an air traffic controller

Carlos Beneto Turner has worked at Heathrow Airport as an air traffic controller for almost seven years. Here, he explains some of the surprises

The One Thing You Must Do In Each Country

If you could only do one thing in each country you visited, what would it be? You’ll either love this map or hate it

'Amazing' Illinois tourism ads aimed at adventurous millennials, Gen Xers

Illinois tourism chief Cory Jobe talks about shaking up the status quo with the state's new 'Up for Amazing' ads

Off the beaten track in Barbados

Put some reggae on the jukebox, sip a glass of Old Brigand rum from the nearby distillery and listen to some great local stories

15 reasons why Vilnius should be your next city break

Boasting the largest medieval old town in central and eastern Europe, Vilnius is increasingly popular for its warming sense of history, bewitching architectural heritage

Seychelles - a paradise for people and wildlife

I'd been chatting with my taxi driver for a few minutes when I mentioned I was from Canada. He turned and looked at me with a mixture of surprise and curiosity

Easy hike to Elowah Falls is a gem of the Columbia Gorge

A long splashy rope of a waterfall, Elowah drops 289 feet into an amphitheater of layered basalt, kicking mist into a mossy forest populated with boulders

‘Go beyond pho’: A two-week Vietnamese food pilgrimage

The scenes of rural life are straight out of picture books sights rivalled only, we discover, by the transporting tastes Vietnam has to offer

Windstar Has Record Booking Week For Award-Winning Tahiti Cruises

It’s clear that the popularity of small ship cruising is a fast growing trend in travel and cruising, as upscale small ship

South African Airways Soars with Prestigous Awards

For the 10th consecutive year, South African Airways (SAA), the flagship carrier of South Africa and the continent’s most awarded airline

Give me Liberty, or give me Death!

On March 23, 1775, Patrick Henry stood in front of a crowd gathered at St. John's Church in Richmond, Virginia. Powerful forces in Virginia, where staunch loyalty

No Nighttime, No Rules: Summertime Above the Arctic Circle

Outside the train car, snow-spackled mountains and narrow inlets flickered by, like images from a fairy-tale film reel ready to serve as backdrop to Norse gods or elves

Airbnb’s Rivals in China Hold Hands in a Nervous New Market

Sun Huifeng liked the idea of tapping Airbnb or one of its rising local competitors to rent out his spare Beijing bedroom. The problem: He didn’t like the idea

16 incredible cruises to Northern Europe for 2017

Whether you are looking for city splendours in Stockholm or St Petersburg, culture in Tallinn or Helsinki, breathtaking coastal scenery in Norway or a combination

The Jamestown Massacre

On this day in 1622, Indians of the Powhatan Confederacy executed a coordinated, surprise attack on the settlement of Jamestown, Virginia and the surrounding

Cunard to offer first Alaska cruise in years

The 27-night sailing on the Queen Elizabeth will kick off May 5, 2019 in Yokohama, Japan and include stops in Aomori and Sapporo, Japan before

Delta expanding again in Seattle

Delta Air Lines is expanding again in Seattle, announcing new service to Chicago O’Hare that will put it into direct competition with several of its biggest rivals

16 things air travellers could once do that would be unthinkable today

With US and UK authorities announcing a ban on iPads and other large electronic devices on flights to the Middle East, we recall what else was once permitted at 35,000 feet

New Zealand is running out of hotel rooms for tourists

The country’s tourist board had forecast for around 3.1 million annual arrivals by 2017, but instead welcomed more than 3.5 million people in the 12 months preceding

Dallas, we're coming for you!

This is the travel industry event agents everywhere have been raving about! CCRA's PowerSolutions LIVE events are a series of regional seminars and trade shows

Guadeloupe - An island where rocks have faces

Petroglyphs found throughout Guadeloupe’s rainforest provide a window into the island’s ancient indigenous peoples population

15 of the world's best bungee jumps

Want to test your mettle or conquer a fear of heights? Maybe jumping from some of the world's tallest towers or bridges is the solution

Why Cabo San Lucas Is Surprisingly Perfect for a Grown-Up Spring Break

Today, the new airport is as sleek and modern as those found in Europe, the high-end resorts have been restored to their former glory

Adventurous Women: Luxury Travel Company Delivers What You Want In A Vacation

Women-specific and women-only trips are suddenly popular in the travel and adventure travel field. I’ve profiled some of these options, from hut-to-hut backcountry skiing to

The Security Illusion Of The New Airline Electronics Ban

Since 9/11, security and aviation professionals have criticized Department of Homeland Security practices, calling it "security theater" more effective

Adrenaline and Zen: Five Trips of a Lifetime

Sitting on a beach with a tropical cocktail is all well and good, but a lot of us get bored with that after about ten minutes

Celestyal Cruises Announces It's New Season In the Aegean

Celestyal Cruises, the specialist in destination-centric cruising, today announced its new season in the Aegean. Celestyal Nefeli embarked on the company’s classic Iconic Aegean itineraries

Under the Spell of Sunny Puerto Rico

You know things are going pretty well when the big family argument is over whether to splash in the rain forest waterfall or loll around on the white-sand beach. You know things are even better when you realize you can do both

A Hotel Boom Comes to Texas

Hotel construction continues apace in the United States, and dozens of new properties are expected to open this year in two major corporate and tourist destinations, New York and Los Angeles. But the three other cities

American latest to bring free food back to coach

American Airlines is bringing free food back to the economy cabin on two of its high-profile of cross-country routes. The change mirrors a similar move announced last month by rival Delta

How to See Hawaii's Incredible Lava Flow Right Now

Hawaii has always been known for its volcanoes, attracting visitors from all over the world to see molten lava and the unique landscape it has shaped. But, if you ever were remotely

Free admission to National Park Service sites in April

Most of the country's national park sites don't charge visitors an entry fee, but those that do will be waiving that cost for the weekends that bookend National Park Week

Jet-Setting Pets Get a New Place to Be Pampered at Kennedy Airport

Airports have long been known for offering high-end services to their human passengers — for a price. Now, at Kennedy International Airport, the same can be said for animals

Exploring the Mississippi by steamboat

Having visited New Orleans for the best part of a decade, I’m more than acquainted with the Mississippi River - that mighty, magical, muddy mouthpiece of America that reaches the Gulf of Mexico right here

Virgin Australia Reveals New Route

Melbourne has scored another international aviation victory, with Virgin Australia announcing its first flights to Hong Kong will be out of the Victorian capital. From July 5, the five return services

10 tips for visiting Helsinki

Finland celebrates its 100th anniversary of independence from neighboring Russia on December 6, 2017. From reindeer and saunas to tango and hockey -- here's how to celebrate 100 years of independence in Finland

Finding A Pedicure In China, Using Cutting-Edge Translation Apps

On a trip to China, NPR's Aarti Shahani took a detour in search of a pedicure, with help from some of the latest voice translation apps. These tools could radically change how you travel abroad

5 awesome free things Disney Cruise Lines offers its passengers

Make no mistake: cruising with Disney can be pricey. The good news is that you get a lot of bang for your buck on the family-friendly line, with amazing kids clubs, spectacular stage shows, and fun for

Marriott Hotel continues to warn people about fake phone scam

Think you’ve won an all-expenses paid hotel stay at a premium brand? Not so fast. If you receive a phone call offering a free stay at a Marriot hotel, you might just want

Gorilla trekking in Uganda

Gorilla trekking in Uganda has traditionally been an hour-long meet-and-greet, but a new programme allows visitors to track the animals too. Sue Watt joins the trail

Five Memorable Things To See And Do In Lucerne, Switzerland

Lucerne is a town with abundant charm, excellent shopping, lake and alpine views, and a host of small wonders that make it a worthy destination for any visit to Switzerland. You'll need

The Archbishop is Executed

When Henry VIII required a divorce from Catherine of Aragon, he turned to his Archbishop in Canterbury. Thomas Cranmer thus became the chief architect of the English Reformation. Cranmer denied

17 Canadian national parks to see

There has never been a better time to explore Canada. This year marks the nation’s 150th anniversary, and to celebrate, Parks Canada is offering free admission from coast to coast into all

DOT: Airlines carried record 823 million passengers last year

U.S. airlines carried more than 800 million passengers for the first time last year, zooming past the record with 823 million

The high-speed trains which will halve your Miami to Orlando journey

Rail travel in Florida is on track to be transformed this summer with new 125mph trains running north from Miami from July. The express train is known as Brightline. Unlike the existing Amtrak service, it is a privately funded initiative

Largest ever Travelodge site forms part of next wave of expansion

Travelodge's largest ever hotel will form part of its next wave of expansion in yet another sign the low-cost player is putting its high-profile restructuring behind it

More Harry Potter magic coming to Universal Japan

The Harry Potter series has found an unbelievable following over the past 20 years. From billion dollar film franchises, and now theme park attractions on two continents and three different cities

Cruising the Suez Canal means being mindful of pirates

Well that was quite the trip! We wanted to see the Suez Canal and found not many passenger ships do that route, and we saw why, what with high canal charges and pirates round Somalia

Norwegian Cruise Line to hike service charge

Planning a Norwegian Cruise Line voyage for later this year? Brace yourself for higher daily fees. Effective April 1, the company is hiking the service charge it tacks onto final bills by 3.6% to $13.99 per person

Secrets of the South Pacific

Pictures of South Pacific tell a tale of perfection: palm trees leaning across empty stretches of sand, colourful fish swimming above vibrant coral, the crystal-clear water of a remote lagoon

Temple Etiquette in Asia

Do you know the difference between a pagoda, a temple and a stupa? I have been to Asia dozens of times since my rookie tour back in 1994, and ventured inside more Buddhist sanctuaries

Cornwall's stunning countryside holds everything

The largely unchanged peninsula on the southwestern tip of England is worth the trip

Kyushu island, Japan: shrines and shugendo on the Kunisaki peninsula

A walking holiday on the Japanese island takes in rice-covered valleys, forests of cedar and bamboo, and the spirit of shugendo

Why You Should Book A Villa Here To Digitally Detox In The Bahamas

Kamalame Cay, both the name of the private 3-mile long island and the property that inhabits it, lies swimming distance off the coast of Andros, the largest but least developed of the Bahamian isles. Getting there requires a flight

Travel Apps and Games for Children on the Go

You can quash parental guilt by loading your phone or tablet with apps designed to get them thinking, not just entertained. (To keep noise at a safe level for small ears, invest in a good set of headphones

Brexit could mean cheaper holidays in Northern Ireland

Tax on tourism and flights in Northern Ireland could be slashed once the UK leaves the EU, an influential committee of MPs said. The hospitality industry pays VAT at a rate more than twice that

The Attempted Kidnapping of Princess Anne

On March 20, 1974 Princess Anne was returning to Buckingham Palace from a charity event. In the car was her husband, Mark Phillips, her driver and private detective

Cunard's Queen Victoria to get more cabins

Cunard Line plans to slice a big hunk off the back of its elegant Queen Victoria ship later this year to add about 30 cabins to the 10-year-old vessel. The work is part of a $40 million refurbishment of Queen Victoria

Airlines don't know the rules about EU travel

“UK passports are valid for travel anywhere in the EU up to and including the expiry date. Airlines should know this.” That was what I tweeted on Monday morning, following yet another case

The greatest train journey on Earth

The Trans-Siberian is more than just a railway. It’s a journey into the psyche of modern Russia; a triumph of engineering; a movable feast through the largest – and, perhaps, most mysterious – nation on Earth

In the wilds of Mongolia

Mongolia, a country of 3 million people slightly smaller than Alaska, is one of the most sparsely populated places in the world. You can go hours, even days, without seeing another human while

Six of the strangest St Patrick's Day celebrations

In some senses, the context is the same. It is an island, lushly green in parts, which has a back-story that deals heavily in Celtic culture – to the extent that St Patrick’s Day and the talismanic figure

Top 10 adventure holidays for your family bucket list

Extraordinary family holidays in the world's greatest adventure playgrounds, including the Grand Canyon, Machu Picchu, South Africa and Costa Rica

Ace Hotel Chicago now taking reservations

The soon-to-open Ace Hotel Chicago has started taking room reservations — and it’s pledged to give some of the money from these bookings to a trio of local nonprofits

Cheapest Holiday Prices Where Your Dollar Will Go Further

Want to know where your holiday dollar stretches further? As much as we dream of choosing our travel destinations based on crossing off the next bucket-list item, sometimes we just want to travel as long as we can on a limited budget

Three Awesome Bike Tours Through Bali

You’d need nerves of steel to ride a bicycle along the narrow roads and alleyways of Bali’s popular beaches. But veer into the island’s velvet-green centre and you’ll discover a network of zigzagging country roads and forest trails where cars

Go Greenland this summer

The climate here is subarctic. There are no trees and it makes for a stark landscape, emphasized by blue-hued fjords and the occasional white shimmering iceberg cutting in

Indonesia says British cruise ship must pay for coral damage

Indonesia's government said Wednesday that a British-owned cruise ship must pay compensation for the destruction of coral reefs in a popular tourist area known for its extensive marine biodiversity

Hotel Packages for Cherry Blossom Time in Washington

A much-anticipated annual tradition in Washington is here: The National Cherry Blossom Festival will take place through April 16. The event, celebrating its 90th anniversary, commemorates the 1912 gift of 3,000 cherry trees from Japan

Montreal's most interesting neighborhoods

Montreal is home to more than 200 ethnic groups that have all stitched their own patches into the urban quilt, and the city is full of distinct neighborhoods

St. Patrick's Day

On March 17, according to tradition, St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, died. Some sources record the year as 493, others say 461. Patrick was born in Roman Britain. Irish raiders captured

Dallas, we're coming for you!

This is the travel industry event agents everywhere have been raving about! CCRA's PowerSolutions LIVE events are a series of regional seminars and trade shows

Hugh Thompson, Jr. - An American Hero

Captain Hugh Thompson, Jr. was a United States Army helicopter pilot during the Vietnam War. On the morning of March 16th, 1968, he flew his helicopter over a small village

Overlooked by guidebooks, Slovakia is a worthy European destination without the crowds

Once dismissed as “the West Virginia of Europe,” the country is poised to come into its own

Alaska Airlines announces big San Diego expansion

Alaska Airlines is pushing ahead with its aggressive expansion along the West Coast. The latest comes in San Diego, where the airline announced six new non-stop destinations on Thursday

Highway 1 reopens between Big Sur and Carmel

Travelers will be able to drive the iconic coastal route from the north now that the road has been cleared and repaired. But parts remain closed for more fixes

25 things you probably didn't know about Hungary

To mark Hungarian National Day, here are a few things you might not know about the Eastern European country. 1. It’s an unlikely place for a beach holiday. At almost 600 square kilometres, Lake Balaton is the largest lake in Central Europe

Why modern Beijing beats the Forbidden City

Why go now? Beijing might snatch all the column inches for its smog, but what the haze (literally) hides is a flourishing art and design scene. Since being designated a UNESCO City of Design five years ago

Sugar Sugar: Hotel Packages for Maple Syrup Season

The cold nights and warming days of March and early April trigger maple sap flows and sugaring season deals across the Northeast.

The McDonald's where you eat on a Roman road

The latest McDonald's in Italy features an intact section of ancient Roman road and skeletons under the floorboards. But it's not the first time the brand has gone in for something a little different

Limits put in place to stop tourists ruining Angkor sunsets

Sunset-watching at the Angkor temple complex in Cambodia has been limited after overwhelming numbers of tourists threatened to ruin the tranquil scene so many had

Cruising to the Caribbean is set for a facelift

The Caribbean and North America remain the cruise industry’s biggest playground — and will soon be busier yet, cruise executives said Wednesday in Fort Lauderdale at the industry’s largest annual conference, Seatrade Cruise Global

A record 1.9m Britons took a cruise holiday in 2016

A record 1.9 million holidaymakers from the UK and Ireland took an ocean cruise in 2016, up from 1.78 million the previous year, according to the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA). As ever, the Mediterranean was the most popular

Kakadu: the Crocodile Dundee tour of Australia's wetland wonderland

“You feel it from the heart. It’s something words can’t explain.” So says Paul Arnold, a Darwin-based landscape photographer dressed like a cross between Steve Irwin and Crocodile Dundee (khaki shorts and shirt, battered bush hat

Spring festivals, near and far, mean winter is behind us

We've done the digging to find some of the most authentic and unique fests around. At one, you'll discover birds nursing their chicks before taking their migratory flights along the Jersey shoreline. Down in D.C., embassies are opening

NYC's Roosevelt Island to get boutique Graduate hotel

New York City's Roosevelt Island is getting a boutique hotel. The hotel is expected to open in 2019

Stepping Into Mondrian's Shoes, and Other Adventures in Dutch Style

When the director of a major Dutch museum visited the Museum of Modern Art in New York a few years ago, he was distressed to see that its display of de Stijl works was far superior to anything the Netherlands

Come for the Guest Rooms. Stay for the Art Galleries.

Wander around this city’s 21c Museum Hotel for an afternoon and you’ll notice a subtle but distinctive dance happening in the hallways. Most of the steps tend to be slow — individuals wandering in a hypnotic, pensive trance

Traveling With Adult Children

There is nothing like traveling with your adult children to make you feel dazzled and impressed that they are truly all grown up, competent citizens of the world. And there is nothing like traveling with your adult children to remind you that they are still

Charming courtyards make these hotels a treat

When it comes to choosing a hotel, several key questions may cross your mind: Is this property centrally located? Does it fit my budget? How do its amenities stack up with my vacation needs (free Wi-Fi for business trips or a pool for family getaways)? While a courtyard

The spectacular region of Italy you've probably never heard of

You’d think Abruzzo – the region east of Lazio and above Puglia, where you can stand on the powdery peaks of the Apennine mountains and survey the cobalt Adriatic Sea – would be a household name. Yet even regulars to Tuscany, Puglia and the rest of the 'bel paese' have never set foot in it

Are we about to see the end of first class carriages on trains?

Could first class rail travel be about to hit the buffers? The Department for Transport has floated the idea of ending class distinction on the South Eastern network, which connects Kent and East Sussex with London

What happens if a cruise ship is attacked by pirates?

After the first successful hijacking of a commercial ship by Somali pirates in five years, John Honeywell explains why cruise ships continue to visit the region - and how they protect themselves. For most, mention of the word “pirate” conjures visions

Titanic for tourists

Resting at a depth of 13,000ft (4,000m), the RMS Titanic continues to captivate the public more than a century after it sunk to the bottom of the North Atlantic Ocean. It has now been announced that those still intrigued by the vessel will be able to see it for themselves, by joining

Celebrity Cruises's new ship, built in VR, has a floating outdoor bar

Royal Caribbean Cruises' new Celebrity Edge is the first ship designed in 3D. Part of the new design includes open staterooms connected through balconies, a cantilevered bar and new technology that allows for key-less entry and seamless check-in

23 reasons to visit Sri Lanka

Dive with blue whales in season or watch spinner dolphins leap about in Kalpitiya. Sri Lanka also has 5,800 wild elephants ambling about and the biggest concentration of leopards in the world. See them in Yala national park, along with

Qatar Airways' Business Class 'QSuites' offer double beds

Qatar Airways is raising the stakes in the battle for business fliers on ultra long-haul flights. Beginning in June, the carrier will roll out business class “suites,” pod-like cabins with sliding doors, and, for a few customers

11 best places to see the Northern Lights

A photo of an epic proposal under the Northern Lights went viral this week, proving once again that the shimmering natural phenomenon has the power to make any experience monumental

The Ides of March

On this date in 44 B.C.E., members of the Roman Senate, including Marcus Junius Brutus, Gaius Cassius Longinus, and 60 other co-conspirators, stabbed to death Julius Ceasar. According to the contemporary historian Plutarch

Why Portugal is this year's hottest destination

Relatively affordable with fascinating history and even a little Harry Potter mystique, this tiny country is suddenly on everyone's must-visit list.

Airlines Drop Cuba Flights, Citing Lower Demand Than Anticipated

Just six months after being the first airline to sell seats on regularly scheduled flights to Cuba, Silver Airways, a regional carrier based in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., that specializes in smaller markets, will scrap its service

How to Combine a Business Trip With a Vacation

Combining a work trip with a vacation — often called “bleisure” — can be a win-win situation, said Kendra Thornton, the president of the Chicago travel agency Royal Travel

Celebrity Edge: New cruise ship will have 'Magic Carpet,' more innovations

Celebrity is upping the ante with a platform that will be cantilevered over the side of the ship. First there were cantilevered whirlpools (on Royal Caribbean's Oasis of the Seas) and

Flight Myths Debunked

Nothing generates myths faster than paranoia combined with an overactive imagination and lack of facts. So, in the interests of keeping travelers informed, here are some

What makes Vienna the world's greatest city?

Vienna isn’t just about art and history. This is a city which wears its culture lightly, a city with its own vineyards, and more to the point, where cafe society was invented

Proposed legislation may give airline passengers more room

Lawmakers in the House and Senate have come together once again to convince airlines to establish some decent space for fliers. Dubbed the Seat Egress in Air Travel (SEAT) Act, the bill was introduced in Congress Thursday

Top 10: the best Rome hotels near the Trevi Fountain

An expert guide to the best Rome hotels near the Trevi Fountain, including the best places to stay for comfy rooms, intimate restaurants

MSC’s smart wristbands and new technology coming to the line’s Miami cruise ships

Geneva-based MSC last week announced a new smart watch that has geo-location and is attached to an app available for passengers on mobile devices, stateroom TVs and interactive screens around the ship. It debuts in June and comes to Miami in December

B.C.'s Sunshine Coast: Cabana Desolation Eco Resort, Chatterbox Falls, must sees

It's the middle of the night when snorting sounds outside my cabin wake me. Half asleep, I stumble outside with my lantern and peer towards the shore

The Vicarage, Holmes Chapel, Cheshire

You might imagine that rural Cheshire is home to many bucolic inns and tasty gastropubs. Not so. It may be well-heeled, green and pleasant, but the area is dominated

Beara of glad tidings: south-west Ireland's other great peninsula

Beara is beyond; it’s different. A tapering 30 mile-long forefinger of land that pokes powerfully out into the ocean, it feels far more rugged, ancient and untamed

Bright sparks: why Jersey's dazzling glowworms are a secret

Jersey's beaches can be lit by the amazing bioluminescence of glowworms, though their beauty remains a secret to many tourists, and islanders. A walking tour

After Tokyo and Kyoto, Here's Where to Go in Japan

You'll see the cities, sure. But here's what else you can't miss. Here, some suggestions for what to tack on to your Japan trip in 2017

Albert Einstein is Born

Time magazine named him the "Person of the Century". He was a physicist, but his name is known by every common laborer, housewife, and school child

How to ski, safari and scuba dive as a wheelchair user

Disabled Access Day took place at the weekend (from 10-12 March), when places from airports to museums opened their doors and held special events for people with disabilities

16 Reasons to visit Lithuania

Last year, Lithuania experienced its largest boom in visitor numbers in its history, welcoming 1.5 million tourists

Bingo and bowls go overboard as cruise liners change tack

In 1996, the then 34-year-old novelist David Foster Wallace took a one-week cruise around the Caribbean aboard the MV Zenith, which he rechristened the Nadir, and wrote about it in an essay

Walking with dinosaurs: fossil hunting on the North Yorkshire coast

This dramatic coastline is fertile ground for fossil hunters, with 160-million-year-old ammonites (and dinosaur footprints) common on the seashore

Turning up the heat in Hawaii

The Kilauea Volcano destroys, but also creates. The lava will eventually mound and cool to form a new lava delta

The 8 most bizarre reasons for flight delays

A mouse on the loose. Missing toilet paper. If you thought those excuses for flight delays were bad, you've come off lightly in your flying life

Passage of the Butler Act

A high school teacher, John Scopes, was charged on May 5, 1925 with teaching evolution. His source was a textbook outlining the theories of Charles Darwin's "On the Origin of Species." The prosecution was led by William Jennings

Why you should visit Birmingham, Alabama

With revitalized neighborhoods and a ramped-up food culture, Alabama’s largest city boldly returns to the stage and sings to a bigger audience

This Travel Photography Workshop In Peru Is Study Abroad For Adults

In a remote corner of Peru, photographer team Gentl and Hyers lead a group to live with and document the country's last-remaining Incas.

The Best New Luxury Train Trips

Tricked-out new airplane cabins and cruise gadgets tend to steal the spotlight, but 2017 is shaping up as the year of luxury train travel

Florida-bound Carnival Horizon reaches construction milestone

Carnival Horizon still has another year before its debut, but it's heavier by a few ounces today as it had its commemorative coin welded to the ship's mast

South Florida's newest Four Seasons hotel is set open March 27

On Friday, Miami-based developer Fort Partners hosted ribbon-cutting festivities for its new 77-room Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club, which is slated to open to guests on March 27

Fly the Unfriendly Skies to the U.S.? Fewer Are Willing, Reports Find

It should have been a routine flight from Paris to Houston for Henry Rousso, a prominent French historian and a Holocaust scholar. Instead, it became another high-profile and unflattering incident

The Other Airbnbs

Companies like VRBO and HomeAway have long worked with travelers looking for vacation homes ranging from ski condos in Vail, Colo., to beach houses in Tulum, Mexico. But the biggest growth has been in cities

Call for 'virtual airlines' to be outlawed after collapse of Citywing

Citywing flights ceased on Saturday onwards after going into liquidation. It had no aircraft and employed no flight crew. Instead it sold seats on flights that were operated by another carrier

An underground boat to Islamic glory

A hidden subterranean world of water offers a glimpse of the city's enchanted past. When the geographer Muhammad Ibn Ahmad Shams al-Din al-Muqaddasi visited the city of Ramla

Disney to offer new British Isles itinerary

The seven-night sailing on the 1,754-passenger Disney Magic will kick off Sept. 2, 2018 in Dover, England and feature stops in Cork and Dublin, Ireland; Greenock, Scotland; and Liverpool, England

Major expansion: Alaska Air adds 13 routes from Bay Area

The routes – 10 from San Francisco International and three from nearby San Jose – bolster Alaska Airlines’ position in the Bay Area, where it had already become a major player after its acquisition of San Francisco-based Virgin America

Breaking down the best credit cards for travelers

If you're not obsessed with your credit card's travel perks, chances are you're not carrying the right plastic

Ready For Your Next Dream Trip? Plan a Journey Through Botswana

The journey to northern Botswana, home to some of the most spectacular safari camps in Africa, isn’t straightforward for many international travelers. More often it’s a string of planes, decreasing in size like so many Russian dolls

Why now is the time to visit Key West

Key West gets a lot of airtime on New Year's Eve and during events like October's Fantasy Fest. But there's no better time to visit than late winter and spring

Save Yourself From Cancun And Go Here For Spring Break Instead

Cancun, Mexico has perfect blue water well worth visiting, but at this time of year, the pre-planned resort region is often overrun with hard-partying types who couldn’t care less about culture

17 beautiful sea arches you must visit (before it's too late)

Malta is mourning the loss of the Azure Window, a sea arch near Dwejra Bay on Gozo, an island in the Maltese archipelago. It is by no means the first such rock formation to have been lost to natural erosion

Saddle up and save on horseback trips in the Canadian Rockies

Trail Riders of the Canadian Rockies will take you on the ride of a lifetime in the back country of Waterton Lakes National Park. It's really a bucket list item

First-ever racing track on a cruise ship is unveiled

Its makers, Norwegian Cruise Line, claims that the vessel's top deck racing track is the first ever of its kind. Ten cars will be able to race on the tarmac at a time, driving at speeds of up to 40 mph

Lyft storms ahead with expansion plans as Uber stumbles

As Uber grapples with one public relations disaster after another, Lyft is taking advantage of its ride sharing rival's epic stumbles. The no. 2 in ride-hailing company in the U.S. launched in 10 new cities

Details Finally Come Out About the TWA Hotel at JFK Airport

Promising to bring to New York's JFK a total of 505 hotel rooms, a museum, a 50,000-square-foot event space, a 10,000-square-foot fitness center, another 10,000 square feet dedicated as a public observation deck, and some eight restaurants

Brits paid up to 35 percent more for hotel rooms last year

The cost of a hotel in places like Dublin, Barcelona and Tenerife rose because of the falling value of the pound. On a global scale, prices paid by travelers worldwide remained steady in 2016

March 10th- Founding of the French Foreign Legion

King Louis-Phillippe needed troops for the French colony of Algeria, but foreign soldiers were not permitted to join the French army. The King solved the problem by forming a new military unit on March 10, 1831. The recruits were a mixed bunch

Why 2017 Is the Year to Vsit Kathmandu

Why go now? With the two year anniversary of the Nepal earthquake approaching, the capital is back on its feet. Now's the time to go, says Martin Symington

Heavenly Harstine

This pretty off-the-beaten-path island in South Puget Sound might be just the remedy for whatever gives you the blues

Five Places to Go in Eindhoven, Netherlands

The sprawling factory complex in Eindhoven that housed the Dutch manufacturing giant Philips is now a vibrant hub showcasing design shops, dining spots, a gallery of cutting-edge art and festive events

The 50 Best Long Weekends in the UK, Europe and Beyond

Here is a good reason that the English word “weekend” has eased itself into the French language. This two-day full stop is the best of all things

Disney, Universal Give Backgrounds About Pandora, Volcano Bay

Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando are both prepping for new major attractions set to open in late May, and both companies have been sharing behind-the-scenes facts and background stories for their shiny new properties.

So many cruise ships, so little space

A parking nightmare in Sydney harbor left the giant cruise liner Radiance of the Seas unable to dock because the single berth big enough to take her was already occupied

New World's Largest Ship to be Named

Royal Caribbean has announced the name of its newest Oasis-class ship, Symphony of the Seas, and confirmed it and sister ship Allure of the Seas will be home porting in Miami

The Airlines Call It Basic Economy. Misery Class Is More Accurate

Some of the features of misery class include no overhead bin space, no choice of seat, no upgrades, and you board after everyone else has boarded. Even pets

Airlines Boost Tech Spending to Combat Glitches

Airlines are bolstering their technology, but travelers deserve better compensation for flight cancelations, a House panel heard Wednesday

Mattress Makeovers: Hotels Don't Skimp on Sleep

Hoteliers go to great lengths to ensure a comfortable sleeping experience

'Crane Treehouse' Rises Above Bristol Docks

Bookings open for listed crane offering visitors a room with a harbour-side view

The Weirdest Requests a Luxury Hotel Concierge Has Ever Received

He’s been defeated by a volcano and won’t work with elephants, but otherwise, Nigel Bowen will do anything for his guests. As head concierge at the five-star Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park hotel

Travelers Fret About WiFi

When it comes to travel, Internet access has never been more ubiquitous — or more underwhelming. Don’t take my word for it. Just ask Wendy Lewis, who says she spends

March 9th- Barbie's Birthday 1959

The American International Toy Fair in New York on March 9, 1959 debuted a new doll by the Mattel toy company. Named after the daughters of one of Mattel's co-founders, Barbie became an overnight sensation

Even Bigger! New Royal Caribbean Cruise Ship to be World's Largest

Debuting in 2018, Symphony of the Seas will have room for more than 6,700 passengers. Royal Caribbean today will reveal that the fourth vessel in its record-breaking Oasis class series

Now Showing: Movies at the Airport

Hooray for Hollywood! That’s what passengers at Oregon’s Portland International Airport were saying even before February’s official opening of the free microcinema

The Stories of Scotland's Strangest Bothies

A new book visits all of rural Scotland's famous bothies; unlocked huts which provide free shelter to travelers. Here are some you'd have to be brave to stay in

Portland's Robust Food Cart Scene a Treat for the Taste Buds

Bring a big appetite to explore Portland's creative, dynamic food cart culture. Who heads outside to have lunch when it's raining? Portlanders, for sure

5 of the World's Top Surf Breaks, According to a Pro

Stephanie Gilmore, six-time world champion surfer, makes catching the big waves look effortless. The 28-year-old Australian clinched her latest ASP Women's World Championship Tour title in Hawaii in 2014

Booking the Cheapest Flight Doesn't Always Pay Off

Cheap flights are tempting — especially when you're arranging a quick work trip or trying to make the most out of vacay funds. But you may be paying a steep price in other ways

Air Traffic Controller Strike in France Causing Cancellations

All passengers traveling to or from France Tuesday should expect delays. On Tuesday, the strikes in France by air traffic controllers reached their second day and forced the cancellation of hundreds of flights

How Safe are Swimming Pools on Mega Cruise Ships?

Families may not realize that on most ships, there are no trained lifeguards on board because there's no set industry standard

Let’s All Get Small: Tiny Houses for Short Stays

Small rooms are in the DNA of a number of new hotel brands, including Moxy Hotels from Marriott and Vib from Best Western, that are chasing millennial travelers

New York's Waldorf Astoria Hotel Closing for Major Makeover

Guests are checking out of New York City's Waldorf Astoria hotel after enjoying its rich Art Deco style one last time before it closes for two to three years

Where's the Best Mai Tai in Hawaii? What's the Best Island to Visit?

Readers Choice Awards provide an island-by-island insider's guide for those who want to be in the know when they explore

Tours in Uganda Provide a Walk and Sail on the Wild Side

Sitting on a patio drinking a cocktail at dusk while watching hippos rise like submarines from the Victoria Nile River is the embodiment of luxury

Myanmar's Capital Captivates with Faded Glory

On the stairway rising to Moulmein's great Buddhist shrine, the visiting British writer Rudyard Kipling was inspired to pen one of the most anthologized poems of the English language

Today in History

On March 8, 1983, President Ronald Reagan, in a speech to the National Association of Evangelicals in Orlando, Florida first publicly used the phrase "evil empire." In that speech with reference to the Soviet Union, Reagan said

B2B Salespeople Need to Act More Like Travel Agents

Having more information doesn’t always make it easier to decide. Consider what’s happened with travel: With the explosion of internet travel sites in the 2000s

Renting a Car? Know the Rules of the Road

Having booked their flights and secured their hotels, travelers often consider rental cars among the last of their pre-trip tasks, making the unprepared more vulnerable to the nickel-and-diming of industry fees

Tour the farm and distillery making rye whiskey in Vermont

WhistlePig Farm spans 500 acres with a distillery, tasting room and event space. Until recently, rye whiskey has endured a long, sleepy spell as one of America’s most obscure spirits, despite its storied past as a category favored (and distilled) by George Washington in the midst of a tenured pre-Prohibition heyday

What Uber Looks Like in Countries Around the World

When Neha Jalan tried to order an Uber in Bangkok last year, alongside the normal cars and premium service she noticed an option she didn't recognize: UberMoto

Golda Meir Becomes Israel's Prime Minister

At a time in our history when women are closer to the United States presidency than ever before, it is worthwhile noting great female heads of state from the past

Celebrating Canada's 150th in B.C.

Canada is celebrating the 150th anniversary of Confederation in 2017, and if you've always wanted to see more of British Columbia, now is the time

5 kid Friendly Spring Break Ideas

Spring break trips aren't just for college kids, families can go too. Certainly not the families impatiently waiting in line at Orlando theme parks, but at least it's not as hot as in midsummer

Norwegian Joy Gets First Taste of Water

The water rushed in and Norwegian Cruise Line's latest cruise ship, Norwegian Joy, proved it can float

The World's Best Hidden Beaches: Bali

The holiday island isn't all packed beaches and tourist traps; you can find secluded spots perfect for snorkeling, surfing or seeing nature in the raw

Save or Splurge: Vacation Rentals in Florida

TripAdvisor Rentals has picked 10 rentals in five popular destinations to fit your budget

23 of the World's Greatest Literary Journeys

James Joyce's Dublin, Stephen King

The Best New Budget Hotels in London

With smart tech and sharp design, a new wave of budget hotels is sweeping away grisly memories of dull functionality. We review a selection of the latest openings across London

The Seven Wonders of the British Springtime You Must See Before it's too Late

BBC Springwatch presenter Martin Hughes-Games suggests the best places to enjoy our native flowers and wildlife

Soon You'll Be Able to Stay in a Hotel Capsule and Float to a Desert Island Overnight

The company that brought us the robotic dinosaur hotel is adding another bucket list item to its resume: a floating capsule hotel

Carnival Splendor Itineraries Altered to Due to Technical Issue

Due to a technical issue that has affected Carnival Splendor's maximum sailing speed, the ship skipped the ports of St. Thomas and Amber Cove on its last itinerary

A Wild and Winding Stairway to a Portuguese River

The Paiva Walkways, which opened in 2015 on the left bank of the Paiva River in Aveiro, Portugal, immerse you in nature. Many people consider the Paiva to be the most beautiful river in the country

Peek inside the last of the great ocean liners

They were icons of their era. Grand, elegant vessels built for epic journeys across the Atlantic. And even in retirement

Marriott to team up with the NCAA

Marriott International is teaming up with the NCAA to offer travelers exclusive deals to college sports events. Marriott, the largest hotel company in the world, will become the Official Hotel Partner

10 best places to see this summer's solar eclipse

On Aug. 21, a swath of the USA will plunge into darkness during a continent-wide total solar eclipse. The zone of totality, where stars could briefly come out in the middle of the day, crosses 12 states

In the U.S., you can dive deep into color festivals year-round

Some are true to its Hindu roots, others are purely secular silliness, but you can find a color-slinging Holi event any time of the year all around the U.S.

Tailored tourism: Why getting a suit on vacation isn't a far-fetched idea

You’ve landed in Hong Kong for a long-planned bucket-list trip – or finally made it to London for the start of that British odyssey. You drop your bags, freshen up and head directly for … the tailor

Everything you need to see in Gaud's Barcelona

Antoni Gaudi didn't design Barcelona, though it can seem that way these days. The city's long revival since the 1992 Olympics has also seen the resurrection of its defining architect and the restoration of his bizarre Art Nouveau buildings

The 10 cleanest capital cities on Earth

A new report by the World Health Organization (WHO) suggests pollution now poses a greater threat to human health than HIV and Ebola

Norwegian Cruise Line Tests New Internet Plans on Two Ships

Passengers sailing on Norwegian Escape and Norwegian Getaway now have the option to purchase internet based on how they use it versus prepaid minutes. Norwegian Cruise Line is testing a new internet pricing model that could be rolled out fleetwide by this summer

Hilton Hotels use special hiring program to recruit veterans

For retired Navy lieutenant commander and native New Yorker Jeffry McGrath, leading the engineering department for Hilton's Casa Marina and the Reach in Key West, Fla. is just like operating an aircraft carrier, which makes his job fairly clear-cut

This airline just flew around the world with an all-female crew

An Indian airline has set a record by flying around the world with an all-female crew. The Air India Boeing 777-200LR took off from New Delhi to San Francisco last Monday and returned on Friday

Trump administration suspends Obama-era airline transparency review

The Trump administration is suspending action on rules pertaining to baggage fees, displaying fares on third-party sites and other fees, Reuters reports.

36 Hours in Fez, Morocco

In this delightful patchwork metropolis, a gust of creative modernity, with new hotels, shops and cafes complementing the city's ancient allure

Best places to gamble in the Caribbean

Whether you have a passion for poker or a soft spot for slots, you'll find a winning gaming getaway

Uncrowded French coast: Loire-Atlantique in the off-season

Beaches, baguettes and bunkers are ubiquitous along most of northern France’s coastline, and the Loire-Atlantique region is no exception

Royal Caribbean Cruise Line Recategorizes Cabins and Suites for 2018

Confused by all the cabin categories when booking your Royal Caribbean cruise? The line has introduced new category descriptions intended to make the process clearer and easier

For a decidedly French experience, visit Buenos Aires

Argentina's capital city is more of a melting pot than might be expected in South America.

Disney touts adults-only options for European river cruises

Disney is kicking the kids off the boat. Well at least on three sailings as part of its 2018 river cruising plans

Travel etiquette: Armrests, reclining seats, snoring and more

Jacy Reese was just being polite when he offered to switch airline seats with a mother and her young son on a recent flight from Copenhagen, Denmark, to Toronto. But as the old saying goes, no good deed goes unpunished

50 Reasons to #LoveTheWorld

For a second year, BBC Travel goes beyond the headlines to bring you 50 Reasons to #LoveTheWorld, a celebration of this planet and the joy of travelling around it. Here's what we said

Elvis Presley's Graceland opening new entertainment complex

A $45 million entertainment complex focused on the life and career of Elvis Presley is scheduled to open at Graceland

Why Employers Should Give Millennials More Time Off to Travel

Millennials don't want to wait until retirement to travel. Leaders should give them more time off and professional development benefits

Shuttered Trump Taj Mahal to Become Hard Rock Hotel in Atlantic City

Billionaire investor Carl Icahn reached a deal Wednesday to sell the shuttered Trump Taj Mahal casino in Atlantic City to Hard Rock International and two New Jersey investors

Home-sharing apps testing alliances with hotel booking rivals

Airbnb acquisition and talks with Expedia and Trivago blurring lines between sites

Travel study reveals destinations where couples most likely to break up

If you want to stay with your significant other, it's probably best to avoid vacationing in Mexico, Spain and Portugal

Spirit Airlines is ranked the worst airline in America

Spirit Airlines is unpopular among consumers, but other airlines are copying its business model of charging fees for things that were once free

Ponce de Leon

On this day in 1513, Ponce de Leon set sail from Puerto Rico to find the fabled Fountain of Youth. Caribbean Indian legends spoke of waters, a drink of which would guarantee a life free from the worries of old age

A Road Trip to Death Valley: Salt Flats, Chilly Nights and Kitsch

The national park offers deep silence and colorful canyons. A creative route also takes you to a tiny desert opera house and, more out of the way, the Salton Sea

Moving art: Swedish subway stations wow visitors

In some cities, taking public transportation is a chore to be endured. In Stockholm, a simple subway trip can turn into a memorable art encounter, with evocative works and installations at dozens of stations across the city

Rent a fairy-tale castle for your next vacation

HomeAway.com shares 20 castles where you can sleep like royalty, a round-up of castles you can rent for your next vacation.

Lightning strike briefly shuts LaGuardia runway as storms delay flights

New York’s busy LaGuardia Airport had to briefly shut one of its runways after lightning struck the pavement, worsening what was already shaping up to be a troublesome travel day for airline passengers across much of the East

The coast in west Oahu is beginning to boom

An Atlantis is planned for the coastal resort enclave that already has a Four Seasons and Disney's Aulani. New attractions too may lure some to go beyond Honolulu's beach scene

Carnival Cruise Line Offers Compensation to Glory Passengers for Incomplete Waterpark

Ongoing construction on Carnival Glory -- both before and after its official dry dock, which began on February 25 -- has resulted in passenger complaints, leading to compensation for those on recent and upcoming sailings

Valuable Lessons From My First River Cruise

First, let me debunk the myth that river cruising is only for old people, to put it bluntly. Yes, the average age of the passengers walks the line between 60s and 70s, but don’t let that fool you

Royal Caribbean becomes second cruise line to add lifeguards

Starting this week, Royal Caribbean will become the second major cruise line in the world to employ lifeguards on deck

TSA finds record-breaking number of firearms in carry-on bags

Airport security screeners found more firearms in carry-on bags one day last week than they ever had before on record: 21 across the country, the Transportation Security Administration reported on its blog Wednesday

You can drive a tank in Texas

Guests get to drive real World War II tanks, shoot machine guns and use flamerthrowers at Drive Tanks, located on the sprawling Ox hunting ranch in Texas

What if this was your new office?

A new crop of "workation" retreats allow freelancers, entrepreneurs and even full-time employees to plug into new spaces in remote corners of the globe

From donut tours to free museum entry, here are March's travel deals

Spring may be just around the corner but there are plenty of deals for travelers right now

Is the Hotel Gym Dead?

A new study suggests hotel gyms are not really being used

Catch the ‘Second Wave’ Sale from G Adventures

Now through March: travelers can save up to 25% on high seas experiences, up to 30% on river journeys

YOUR TRAVEL CENTER/MONTECITO VILLAGE TRAVEL PRESIDENT’S CLUB MEMBERS ANNOUNCED TODAY

According to Colin Weatherhead, President of Your Travel Center/Montecito Village Travel, “Our Company’s success is dependent on the success of our Independent Contractors… the President’s Club is just one way we recognize the hard work of those Independent Contractors

The Birth of Dr. Seuss

On this day in 1904, Theodor Geisel was born in Springfield, Massachusetts. By the time of his death 87 years later in 1997, he had written 40 books selling more than 200 million copies

Suspend visa-free EU travel for U.S. citizens, lawmakers say

United States citizens should be denied visa-free access to the European Union before summer because Washington does not allow some EU nationals to enter there without visa, EU lawmakers said in a vote on Thursday.

My Bangkok: City of Spirits

In a city filled with haunted sites, ghosts are woven into the fabric of daily life

Where to Go for Spring Break

Attention, procrastinators: It’s still not too late to book a spring break trip. A combination of lower airfares, a strong dollar and a late Easter holiday means it’s still possible to nab a getaway for less

United unveils 22 new routes

United Airlines announced a major expansion from this summer, the latest step in a turn-around effort by the USA’s No. 3 airline

National parks saw a record-setting number of visitors last year. Were they too much of a good thing?

Nature's getting pretty crowded. The national park system, celebrating its 100th birthday in 2016, reports record attendance with more than 330 million visits

15 places you wouldn't have visited 15 years ago

Here are a few destinations demonstrating the world is probably no more dangerous now than 15 years ago

From the Bridge: Windstar Cruises on the Rise

Since John Delaney joined Windstar Cruises as its President seven months ago, you might be hard pressed to recognize the six-ship line

An ingenious solution made of rice

Every year, a Japanese village in northern Aomori Prefecture creates field-sized, living, 3D paintings made of coloured rice shoots

These 15 cities have the worst rush hour traffic in the world

f you're in New York City, Atlanta, Miami, Chicago, or Washington, D.C., you may want to quiet those "this-commute-could-never-get-worse" grumbles— a new study shows that these metropolises don't even crack the top 15

Where to get hip in Palm Beach

A buzzing dining scene, increasing chic shopping spots, contemporary art galleries and rejuvenated hotels have made Palm Beach hip.

A dream trip ends early when her London flight is canceled

When Leslie Hammond’s flight to London is canceled, she calls off her vacation. Why won’t American Airlines refund her ticket?

Cruise ship passengers say construction at sea spoiled vacation

Some passengers on a South Florida-based cruise line said their vacation was spoiled by construction

Calling a Cruise Ship Home: See the World, See It Again

The round-the-world cruise has long been one of those brass rings of retirement: the ultimate reward for a life well-lived (and planned). Now, some are choosing to embark on such long-haul cruises permanently

11 amazing hotel pools in Orlando

While any hotel can fill a hole with chlorinated H2O, we give extra credit to those that make it a point to stand out. You know, the ones that keep the fun going long after you’ve left the theme park

To Court Millennials, Hotels Are Rolling Out the Yoga Mat

James Giannantonio does not consider himself a fitness maniac. But Mr. Giannantonio, a 31-year-old Philadelphian, knows he may appear that way when he visits New York

New Zealand Will Give You a Trip If You Agree to a Job Interview

The tech industry in Wellington, New Zealand, is actively looking to recruit tech experts from around the world—and they’re offering a no cost trip to the country for anyone who can prove their merit

Yellowstone National Park

The world's first national park came into existence on this date in 1872, when US President Ulysses S. Grant signed into law an act establishing Yellowstone National Park. The park is located largely in the state of Wyoming, but extends into Montana and Idaho

American Queen Steamboat Company 2018 Brochure Showcases Seventh Season

American Queen Steamboat Company, operator of America’s most luxurious riverboat fleet, is pleased to announce the release of its 2018 deluxe brochure. This full-color 100 page brochure presents a full overview of itineraries and river cruise offerings for the seventh season of the U.S.-flagged cruise line

Win a trip to Croatia for 2 valued at $3000

We are giving you the opportunity to WIN a trip to this amazing country and explore all that it has to offer yourself. We promise you will fall in love with it. The package that we are giving away includes 4 nights / 5 days stay in a Luxury Importanne Resort in Dubrovnik, all private transfers, day cruise to nearby islands and a private tour of Dubrovnik

CCRA Launches New Website Builder, Social Media and Email Manager for TRUE Agencies

CCRA Accredited Agencies will now be able to enhance their consumer facing marketing with modern, unique websites, advanced social media tools and powerful e-marketing capabilities using TRUESites, powered by Voyager Websites

The Republican Party is Born

On this day in 1854, a group of former Democrats, Free Soilers and other abolitionists, about 50 slavery opponents in all, met in Ripon, Wisconsin, to call for creation of a new political party. The American Civil War was still more than six years away, but slavery was on everyone's mind

First look: Inside Viking's new ocean ship, Viking Sky

The 930-passenger vessel will be christened in June in Norway. But here is an early look at Sky as it begins its first voyage with paying passengers

February route roundup: Where airlines are adding service

Airlines are constantly tweaking their schedules, trying to find profitable new routes or pulling the plug on ones that have underperformed. Airports and communities also court these new services See where airlines have added new routes and axed under-performing ones

Survey: Airlines get better grades as service improves

As airlines improved their performance, more people were flying last year than any time since the airline industry began regularly surveying air travelers in 1971

Third Carnival ship in a month emerges from makeover

Make that three Carnival ships that have gotten a makeover since the start of the year. The 23-year-old Carnival Sensation received more than half a dozen new venues

Tunisia attack survivor describes her ordeal

A survivor of the attack at Sousse in 2015 has demanded better information for holidaymakers.Olivia Leathley, a 26-year-old chef from Manchester, was on holiday with her boyfriend at the Riu Imperial Marhaba Hotel when the attack unfolded

German holidaymakers: the stereotypes - and the truth

Continuing our series on how other nationalities travel, Adrian Bridge sorts fact from fiction when it comes to the Germans. Previous articles have looked at Japanese, Italian, French and American travellers

8 Caribbean Natural Wonders You Have To See To Believe

There’s no better time than the winter for a warm tropical getaway, and there’s no better destination than the Caribbean islands. Home to some of the most unique and inspiring scenery

Bhutan's dark sense of humour

The Land of The Thunder Dragon, as the Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan’s full name translates into English, has famously embraced modern life at a considerably slower pace than much of the rest of the world

Surfers, environmentalists gather to protest hotel development in Puerto Rico

Developers and local officials eager to improve the economy want to transform the area into a more traditional tourism destination, bringing a hotel and villas to a place largely untouched since Christopher Columbus landed

Australia’s best hotels named

Winners of the 2016 Qantas Australian Tourism Awards have been announced, revealing the best stays around the country. Pumphouse Point won the silver award in the unique accommodation category for the 2016 Qantas Australian Tourism Awards

Florida's Siesta Beach named best beach in the U.S.

Florida is king of the beach again in the annual TripAdvisor Travelers

I was determined to visit all 50 states. I soon discovered I wasn't alone.

My father, a traveling businessman, likes to joke that I would happily tag along with him to Ames, Iowa; Gary, Ind.; or any other American town that's not on

The essential travel apps for your next adventure

Here’s the downside to filling your smartphone with an arsenal of perfect travel apps: If your phone happens to slip out of your pocket and disappear into the night as mysteriously as Amelia Earhart

The Best Places To Travel in March

Spring break season is just starting, but if you plan well, it's possible to find a vacation spot with great weather and no crushing crowds

Winter's beauty at national parks from @USInterior on Instagram

The US Department of the Interior chose their favorite winter photos to share from the Department's Instagram account, @USInterior

Ask the Captain: Does adding more seats compromise safety?

While the reduced legroom is uncomfortable, it has not proven to be a safety issue. Each airplane is certified for a maximum number of passengers based on the ability

100 days until arrival of giant MSC Cruises ship

he 100-day countdown to the unveiling of the fast-growing line's biggest ship ever, MSC Meraviglia, begins today

This is what happens when you let a computer plan your holiday

Expedia's new Surprise Trips feature constructs a city break for you based on nothing more than your budget. Here is what a holiday planned by computer algorithm is really like

The medieval churches you can camp in

It's called "champing": camping in churches a trend is sweeping England. But what is it like to actually spend a night in the silence of these buildings

These are the best and worst airlines in the US

Many frequent flyers in the U.S. have strong opinions about what makes an airline great-- and what can make them horrible

New Orleans streetcar bar crawling

New Orleans' new Rampart-St. Claude streetcar line provides distinct opportunities to hop off and drop into some of the city's best bars during Mardi Gras and all year round

These Under-The-Radar Travel Destinations Will Be Huge This Year

offbeat gems offer stunning architecture, rich history, bustling local culture, lively entertainment, and adventure opportunities – minus annoying crowds

How to find an affordable safari

An African safari can be an expensive vacation proposition — many camps in prime game-viewing areas run close to four figures per person per night, and the multiple flights

Are the president's policies hurting the Trump hotels?

Booking sites like Hotwire and Priceline book guests into unnamed hotels. Some guests are saying they worry they will be booked into a Trump hotel.

The Reichstag Fire

Marinus van der Lubbe, a former Communist party member in Berlin, decided to strike a blow for the working man. He was most likely acting on his own. With a torch in hand, he set fire to the Reichstag Building, the assembly location of the German Parliament

7 Best Cruise Line Beds

When leaving the comforts of home to sail the seven seas, you want to have a bed that is at least as comfortable as the one you left if not a better one. In fact, several of these cruise lines even sell their variety to enjoy back home if you prefer it over your own.

Man's wife vanished on a cruise. He told no one

Daniel Belling, his wife, and their two children set off on an 11-day Mediterranean cruise on Feb. 9. Only three of them boarded a flight back

36 Hours in Trinidad

Compared with its Caribbean neighbors, Trinidad gets few tourists except during its vibrant February carnival. This means that this tiny melting pot of a country — which shares nationhood with neighboring Tobago

Hotel jargon decoded so you can book the right room and rate

While certain terms might be familiar territory in everyday life, in the hotel world they can have completely different meanings. Even if hotels aren't intentionally trying to trip you up, they can catch you with words

Welcome to the booze-soaked town that spends 100 days in darkness

With a brutal winter that sees no sunshine for four months, no wonder the residents of Svalbard drink more booze than anywhere else in Norway. No way in. No way out. Just an unrelenting night that would go on for more than 100 days

Is Halkidiki Greece's best-kept secret?

uggest northern Greece as a holiday destination and a fog of bafflement will descend across the furrowed brow of many a traveler

Passengers Cheer As Unruly Man Gets Booted From Plane

A passenger was kicked off a United Airlines flight Saturday for allegedly making racist comments about other travelers aboard United Airlines Flight 1118 from Chicago to Houston

The 15 Best 'Non-Disney' Places To Travel With Children

Where can you take the little ones if Disney is not high on your travel bucket list? The answer can easily be “anywhere else” to parents who are not looking to spend a fortune on a few days of entertainment

Travel Tips For Traveling With Parents

For most of us, the earliest travel memories can be traced back to traveling with our parents as kids. What heady days they were as we pranced around Railway Stations, Airports and Bus Stations without a care in the world

The extraordinary UK sites you have to see from the air

The Royal Geographic Society’s exhibition Britain from the Air displays aerial photographs of the UK’s extraordinary landscapes. We chose 12 of the most striking and surreal

The craggy coast with a dark past

A 3.8-mile section of Oregon’s coast is named in remembrance of an elderly, blind Native American woman who was forced to walk for days over the sharp rocks with bare feet

New food tours offer deep dive into Key West seafood, rum

Chef Paul Menta is passionate about fish and rum - the subjects of colorful stories over the years in his adopted home, the Florida Keys

Flight test: This business class flight gets a perfect score

Smooth service, flavoursome food, comfortable seats. This is how a great business class experience should go

The hotel services we really don’t want

A day spa in a hotel is often used as a selling point but few guests actually use the service, a new study has found

8 crazy things you didn’t know you could do on a cruise

Gone are the days when all you expected on a cruise ship was a deck chair, cocktail hour and a sexy legs competition. These days sailing the high seas is full on sensory overload

Pictures: Carnival around the world

See images from Rio de Janeiro, the Canary Islands, Trinidad

The Best Travel-Size Beauty Products to Pack in Your Carry-On

Have you ever loved a product so much that you pack it regardless of size, only to see it torn away from you at security?

The Battle of Los Angeles

On February 23, 1942, only months after the United States entered World War II as a result of the attack on Pearl Harbor, a Japanese submarine fired on an oil refinery in Santa Barbara. Only minimal damage was inflicted, but concern over a possible invasion of the West Coast ran high

How to Deal With Motion Sickness

Motion sickness happens when there is an imbalance between the eyes, inner ears and spinal cord, but fortunately, there are ways to reduce the chances of it hitting you

Take Me Away: On the trail of Viking legends

Viking lore continues to fascinate us. But what is real and what is legend? We take you away to Norway to find out.

Norwegian: $65 one-way fares from Northeast to Europe now on sale

Norwegian Air is bringing nonstop European flights to three small Northeast airports, adding 10 new trans-Atlantic routes that initially will go on sale for as little as $65 one way

Holland America plans hefty hike to service charges

Effective May 1, the company is hiking the hotel service charge it tacks onto final bills by 8% to $13.50 per person, per day for passengers staying in most cabins

Storm Doris has grounded scores of planes and slowed many trains

Ahead of Storm Doris, which is expected to bring damaging winds and heavy rain across the UK, more than 10,000 airline passengers have had their travel plans wrecked.

Harassment scandal boosts #DeleteUber campaign

Uber needs to conduct a thorough and open investigation and quickly dismiss employees who participated or failed to report harassment, experts say.

In Portland, it's best to go with the flow

Here's the thing about this laid-back seaport city nestled in the shadow of Oregon's majestic Mount Hood. To really enjoy it, it's best to go native.

Do's and Don'ts for your family spring break

Planning spring break travel is no small feat — especially for families. Consider this list of spring break tips to lessen the chances of a spring break disappointment

Among hundreds of paradise resorts, this one stands out

One resort effortlessly outshines the competition. At the moment it's accessible only by seaplane, although an airport is about to open on a nearby island

These Hotels Prove That Italians Do It Better

Discover the hotels, all on our 2017 Gold List, that make an already-memorable trip to Italy even better

Carnival announces the first Chinese cruise ships built in China

Carnival signed an agreement for two new ships to be built at a shipyard in Shanghai, making them the first custom-built China cruise ships built in China. Carnival will also be introducing a new Asian cruise brand

Want To Work Remotely And Travel The World? This Startup Will Help You

Every fantasized about working from home? How about working from the other side of the planet? Traveling the world while making money is the fantasy of so many people these days

Celestyal Cruises Receives Five Top 2017 Cruise Critic Cruisers’ Choice Awards

Celestyal Cruises, the true specialist in destination centric cruising, today announced that the line has received five top 2017 Cruise Critic Cruisers’ Choice Awards.  Cruise Critic's annual Cruisers' Choice Awards are based solely on the ratings from everyday cruisers' reviews

Guantánamo

On this day in 1903, the government of Cuba granted the United States a lease in perpetuity to Guantánamo Bay. By the end of the Spanish-American War, the United States has obtained control of all of Cuba from Spain

Just 11 Miles Off Coast, California’s Galápagos

Channel Islands National Park comprises five islands: an archipelago of four islands that hug the Santa Barbara Channel off the coast of Southern California, and the more remote Santa Barbara Island

The 31 tallest buildings in the USA

Almost half of them are all in one city. The second highest building on our list actually held the title of tallest building in the USA for 25 years, but that title now belongs to another building

'Basic Economy' fares now on sale at American, United

American and United each began sales of their new “Basic Economy” fares on Tuesday, matching rival Delta in an effort by the "big three" U.S. airlines to fight back against encroaching budget carriers

TripAdvisor ranks the best beaches in the world

TripAdvisor has named Brazil’s Baia do Sancho as the best beach in the world in its Travelers’ Choice awards for 2017, while Florida's Siesta Beach topped the list for beaches

Six months after Olympics, Rio is falling apart and the IOC should have seen it coming

Six months after Rio Olympics ended, event venues are unused and falling into disrepair. The situation could have a damaging effect on future Olympic Games.

The hipster guide to Chiang Mai: How to spend two days in South-east Asia's creative capital

There's more to Thailand's second city than its glittering temples. A burgeoning population of digital nomads is transforming the place – here's how to fit right in

A man who flew around the world for 3 months on less than $1,000

After retiring at age 34, Brandon travelled around the world for three months, visiting 14 countries on four different continents and he paid only $947.91 for his flights. What's his secret to travelling so cheaply? Frequent flyer miles, scored through free credit card signup bonuses

Disney Cruise Line announces summer 2018 sailings

Countries that begin with the letter I headline Disney Cruise Line's plans for summer 2018 offerings

Coast Guard: Handful of people fall from cruise ships each year

The presumed death of a Warner Robins man who fell from a cruise ship last week highlights a little-mentioned phenomenon: A handful of similar deaths occur each year

Rishikesh, India: The yoga capital of the world

Although Rishikesh is the self-styled yoga capital of the world, there's lots more to do there than simply run through vinyasas

7 Stunning Beaches That Will Make You Want To Travel To The Caribbean

hink all Caribbean beaches are the same? Think again. Home to some of the world’s most beautiful and diverse beaches in the world

8 Hotels You Didn't Know Had Secret Restaurants And Bars Inside

Stepping away from chains and stepping back to focus on more bespoke experiences, hotels are really stepping up their game in a time when eating and drinking local are a big component to why people travel

Hotels are upping the amenity ante

Loaner Porsches, robot room service, butler-drawn baths, elf tuck-ins (elf tuck-ins?). It may sound like the life of the 1 percent, but all of these could be yours for the night if you splurge on the right hotel room

More airlines are charging for everything from carry-ons to soft drinks

Expect to find more fees on everything, including seat assignments, carry-on bags, in-flight food and entertainment

TODAY With Kathie Lee and Hoda Features Windstar Cruise to Tahiti in 'Honeymoon Do-Over' Promotion

Windstar Cruises and TODAY are looking for married couples who have honeymoon “fail” stories to share. Couples who lost their chance to go on a romantic honeymoon now have the opportunity for a do-over

The United States Purchases Florida

Spain was losing its grip on its New World territories. Years of war and tension with England and France had left the Spanish empire without the means to firmly control its colonies. General Andrew Jackson, while fighting the First Seminole Wars against Native Americans in Georgia

Car-Free Vacations for the Urban Traveler

Weekend trips to cities like Boston, Chicago or San Francisco rarely require a rental car to get around, given their extensive public transportation systems

Family vacations: why you should go

Looking toward our children’s winter break once again, I face the annual question: do we swallow the costs and anxiety associated with packing up the entire family for a trip?

Northern New England gets buried in snow, and skiers love it

The gods have answered the call of skiers, snowmobilers and dog mushers, dumping mounds of snow in northern New England following little snow last season during the warmest winter on record in some spots.

Here’s How to Get The Best Sleep of your Life on an Airplane

Sleeping on the flight is imperative, but it can be a challenge to catch some zzz’s and look completely refreshed upon arrival

The 12 most anticipated theme park rides of 2017

Many parks will be opening ambitious new attractions that could transport you to, say, a distant planet, a tropical oasis, a comic book metropolis in peril, deep under the ocean, or high above San Francisco

How early should you really arrive for your flight?

Do you go with the TSA recommended arrival times, which are more generous, or the airline times, which cut it a little closer?

20 Incredible Facts About The Philippines

The entire landmass of the Philippines is made up islands, making it the second-largest archipelago in the world

How to create a perfect Hawaii beach getaway on Oahu's North Shore

We took in the view of palm trees, golden sand, azure waves, surfers and the setting sun, and asked again, “Could this be more perfect?”

Royal Caribbean latest cruise line to cancel Turkey ports of call

Royal Caribbean has canceled all scheduled stops in Turkey for the 2017 season, becoming the latest cruise line to do so following Carnival Corporation’s Cunard Line and P

New luxury cruise: New York to Archangel, Russia and back

The 89-night voyage on Regent's Seven Seas Navigator will include more than 60 port calls

The Hottest New Hotels of the Year

Now is a great time to leave home. On top of all the usual reasons to travel, there's a world of exciting hotels opening this year

Best hotels in the middle of nowhere

Sweden's Treehotel, Tierra Atacama in Chile, Song Saa in Cambodia and Canada's Fogo Island Inn among the best remote places to stay

Want To Inspire A Millennial Driven Workplace, Let Them Travel

The lack of employee engagement is a real issue in today’s workforce. Smart companies are finding unique ways to drive engagement and reinforce culture

Malcolm X is assassinated

"I live like a man who is already dead", he said two weeks before his death. "I'm a marked man." On February 21, 1965, assassins from the Black Muslims shot and killed Malcolm X

South Korea’s Olympian Winter Moment

South Korea is a skiing afterthought no more. The 2018 Winter Olympics is a coming-out party for the country as a winter sports destination

36 Hours in San Diego

With more than its fair share of sunshine, gorgeous beaches, breweries and top-notch restaurants, San Diego is the spot for low-stress California fun

10 cruise ship suites that will blow your mind

One of the biggest stories in the cruise world in recent years has been the arrival of a new generation of unprecedented, over-the-top suites on ships

20 of the most beautiful hotels in Ireland

Ireland has an array of lovely country-house hotels with views of lough, mountain, ocean, forest, park and pasture

Hiking along Tasmania's spellbinding east coast

Tasmania's Freycinet Peninsula offers world-class walking trails and secluded beaches sure to enchant even the most modest trekker

Flight attendants reveal the unexpected passengers they hate most

It was during training for his new job as a flight attendant in a business class cabin that Brad realised what he was in for

The 7 ways to spot a holiday scam, according to our expert

Any travel purchase is an act of faith, because you usually pay a substantial sum of money upfront and don't take delivery until you turn up and, hopefully, get your holiday

Visit the world's least crowded country - before everyone else

It’s not just vast; Mongolia is empty, too. It is also very little visited – something that is beginning to change

All-Inclusive Resorts For Your Next Vacation; No Passport Required

The way we see it, there are two kinds of vacations: the kind where you're running around sightseeing and scouring the internet for tips on where to go

New World Heritage Sites revealed

The UNESCO World Heritage Committee add 21 cultural and natural treasures to the organization's prestigious World Heritage List

Havana's newest hotel will set mark for luxury

Geneva-based Kempinski Hotels said this month that it plans to open a five-star hotel this spring in the Old Havana section of the Cuban capital

Cruise Critic's 2017 Cruisers' Choice Awards Winners Revealed

For the fifth consecutive year, Disney Cruise Line has taken top honors in Cruise Critic's annual Cruisers' Choice Awards, with Cruise Critic reviewers choosing Disney Dream as the "Best Overall" large cruise ship

The traveller trying to change the world

Jeff Shea has a quixotic goal: preserving vast areas of the world for people to roam free. For him, travel is akin to a sacred experience, one that expands the mind and one’s horizons

A Volcano is Born

On February 20, 1943 Dionisio Pulido, a farmer in the Mexican state of of Michoacán, was working in his corn field along with his wife and son. From the center of the field, a hissing noise began

Take the kids to … Tintagel, Cornwall

Wizards, kings and castle ruins combine with beach, caves and rock pools to make a magical day out even in February

5 Gems of Venice: Where to Go Next Time You’re in L.A

Three years ago, Ariel Kaye launched Parachute, a Venice-based bedding company that aimed to create affordable, high-quality, linens

Britain's 50 greatest days out

A guide to family days out in Britain, including information on theme parks such as Alton Towers, museums, zoos including Whipsnade and Chester, and Stonehenge

Whats new at Bok Tower? Ask the kids

Bok Tower, open since 1929, is well known for its lush gardens and 60-bell carillon atop a 205-foot beautifully constructed structure covered with Georgia marble, Florida coquina, and floral ceramic tiles.

Carnival to Launch Cuba Cruises from Tampa in June

Carnival Cruise Line has received approval to sail to Cuba and will begin visiting Havana, Cuba, on select sailings on Carnival Paradise out of Tampa beginning in June

Things to do in Tasmania: Boating, birdwatching and bushwalking

This boutique cruise in Tasmania's southwest wilderness is heaven for boaties, birdwatchers and bushwalkers

Drone taxis? Dubai plans roll out of self-flying pods

There’s been lots of talk in recent years about self-driving cars. Now, it appears as if self-flying passenger drones are next -- and they could flying in one major city as soon as this July

Hamburg Airport Evacuated After 'Substance' Found in Air

Hamburg Airport's two terminals were evacuated on Sunday after reports of a strong smell, and people subsequently complaining of eye irritation, respiratory problems, and nausea

Hoteliers Comb the Ranks of Tech Workers to Gain an Edge

The front desk manager or housekeeper may epitomize the hotel employee, but the hospitality industry is increasingly dependent on tech workers, vacuuming data scientists, web designers and other experts into its ranks

1 Hotels to expand; Virgin Hotels signs a new deal

The eco-friendly 1 Hotels brand is expanding. The company—founded by legendary hotelier Barry Sternlicht—has three new properties in the pipeline

Japan Has A Clever Solution To Overcome The Language Barrier

Language barriers can be a real struggle when traveling. But never fear, Japan has a clever solution for its English-speaking visitors

There is Now a Champagne Vending Machine in Vegas

Guests at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Las Vegas can now pop bottles of champagne straight from a vending machine

Geronimo Dies

In 1829, a Native American boy given the name of Goyathlay was born to the Apache tribe in what was at the time Mexico but which would later become Arizona. He married and had three children. In 1851, a group of Mexican soldiers attacked his village while most of the men of the tribe were away. Goyathlay's wife and three children were murdered

Cruise Europe with Goway and Norwegian Cruise Line

SAVE up to $1,400 per couple with NCL Europe Cruise beverage package

This Is The Best Town in America for Stargazing

If you're looking to do some serious stargazing, head to Gerlach, Nevada: a planet-roving satellite has identified it as the spot in America with the least amount of light pollution

Northern Territory holiday guide: the heart of Australia

From Darwin to Kakadu, Arnhem to Alice: the territory offers visitors a bizarrely Australian experience featuring salties, barras and spectacular scenery

The 50 best safari holidays

To go on safari is to take part in one of life’s last great adventures – and the word from the bush is that safaris are likely to get a lot more adventurous

Where to Eat and Drink in New York This Fashion Week

While New York Fashion Week’s flurry of shows, soirees, and snow is bound to be pretty nonstop, you’ll still need to take a break for sustenance

Beer and beauty in Iceland - The Boston Globe

Iceland offers stunning vistas, waterfalls and geothermal pools, and a vibrant bar and restaurant scene that often doesn

No Ships Will Sail from Norfolk Cruise Port in 2018

The Half Moone Cruise

Incredible river cruise ships setting sail in 2017

With everything from swimming pools, cinemas and cookery schools on river cruise boats, there is much to get excited about on the world’s rivers this year

Allegiant Airlines cancels New Orleans to Jacksonville nonstop route

Allegiant Air has discontinued nonstop flights from New Orleans to Jacksonville, Florida, a little more than year after announcing the new connection

You Can Ski in California Until the Fourth of July

You might want to hold off from packing away your ski gear come spring, as Mammoth Mountain, California has just announced plans to remain open all the way through Fourth of July

'Nobody wants a smoking room' at hotels: not even smokers

No smoking signs are gaining more prominence at hotels across North America. Choice Hotels recently announced that 1,800 of its Comfort Inns and Comfort Suites in the USA and Canada will be 100% smoke-free starting this year, making it one of the largest brands to say no to smoking

New Services for Travelers, From Fitness to Food

There is no shortage today of new apps and services aimed at making travel more convenient, even pleasurable. Here, four of the latest contenders worth checking out

Diversity On The Trails Is A Gift. Here's Why.

I have had the privilege to organize numerous hiking, backpacking and trekking trips in the Washington, DC area, the U.S. and worldwide for the past 10 y...

Tutankhamun's tomb is opened

Archaeologist and Egyptologist Howard Carter was a man obsessed. His studies revealed the existence of a little known or remembered Pharaoh, Tutankhamun, reigning in 1333–1324 BCE. But the evidence was scant, and the location of the Pharaoh's tomb

10 of the best things to do in Hamburg

The recent opening of the stunning Elbphilharmonie concert hall put the port city in the spotlight, but there is a host of other attractions, plus great cocktails, design hotels and totally delicious fish sandwiches

Lovely Fort Lauderdale has just the right amount of lively

Fort Lauderdale has long since bid farewell to the collegiate debauchery that reached its pinnacle in the 80s, making it an excellent place for millennials, families, and snowbirds alike

The Most Romantic Under-the-Radar Places in L.A.

Los Angeles is a romantic city. It has a dreamlike quality that can perhaps be attributed to the unceasing haziness of the air

Caribbean’s Carnivals Tip Their Hats to Trinidad

We Caribbean carnival devotees, counting down the days until the region’s biggest bacchanal erupts on the streets of Port of Spain, Trinidad, on Feb. 27 and 28, have a dream

The nine most anticipated new roller coasters of 2017

American amusement parks are taking a bit of a breather this year. They don't have any record-breaking, holy-moly, you've-got-to-be-kidding-me, crazy-big coasters rolling out in 2017

Coast Guard Holds Majesty of the Seas in Port for Faulty Life Saving Equipment - Royal Caribbean International

Royal Caribbean's Majesty of the Seas is holding in Port Canaveral after the ship failed a surprise inspection by the Coast Guard

Border war: Can Kansas 'steal' K.C. airport from Missouri?

Kansas has proposed building its own Kansas City airport as existing Missouri one struggles with terminal plan.

Undercover TSA Agents Could Be Spying on You Through 'Casual Conversation'

TSA agents are monitoring some passengers long after they leave the security line, according to a new report from the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU).

Two Years On, Vienna's Refugee-Run Magdas Hotel Is Going Strong

In 2014, Gabriela Sonnleitner and her colleagues had a light-bulb moment. Their charity, Caritas, was helping newly arrived refugees settle into life in Austria

Tech workers finding room in the hotel industry

Inside hotel operations, data analysis can help find new customers, make a dining room more profitable or provide information to executives making business decisions.

Traveling While Aging: 16 Tips

We recently traveled, between us, to China, Laos, Myanmar, and Thailand, and didn’t limit ourselves to major cities where accessibility for people with varying levels of aches, pains, and disabilities is relatively easy

The Northern Lights Are Distracting Drivers in Iceland

Police in Iceland are concerned about drivers under the influence—of the Northern Lights. In one incident, according to Iceland Magazine, police pulled over a car that was swerving erratically

Remember the Maine!

William Randolph Hearst, the notorious newspaper baron, needed a war. His paper, the New York Journal, was in a pitched circulation battle with other newspapers. When the USS Maine exploded at anchor in the harbor in Havana, Cuba, Hearst saw his opportunity

10% OFF All Sailing Tours when deposited by April 30, 2017

Based on availability. Offer valid on all sailing tours (French Barge and Croatia Sailing Tours) when booked and deposited by April 30, 2017. This offer is valid on all 2017 sailings

Celestyal Cruises Expands Sales Team -- Names Tom Cogan VP Sales

Celestyal Cruises, the true specialist in destination centric cruising, today announced the appointment of industry veteran Tom Cogan to the role of Vice President of Sales

South African Airways Iintroduces New State-Of-The-Art Airbus A330-300 Aircraft On Washington, DC Route

South African Airways (SAA), the national carrier of South Africa and Africa’s most awarded airline has introduced its new Airbus A330-300 wide-body aircraft on the three-times weekly route between Washington, DC Dulles International Airport and Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport via Dakar, Senegal. The new A330-300s offer state-of-the-art technology, are very environmentally friendly and SAA customers will enjoy the latest innovations in onboard comfort and amenities

Pop on the piste: Chamonix’s fun new ski hotel

Neither cute chalet nor bland concrete block, Chamonix’s Rocky Pop hotel claims to be a chilled new take on winter holidays – and makes a fine base for our beginner snowboarder

Why You Should Visit Montreal This Winter

Canadian winter is nothing to joke about—there’s a reason that the majority of the population lives in the southern section of Canada, near the country’s southernmost border—but that doesn’t mean that all things come to a screeching halt once the snow comes

Why you should visit Columbus, Ohio

The country’s 15th largest city, chock full of creativity and innovation thanks to an influx of youthful residents, gives up its secrets

Should you choose a boutique cruise?

The first view of the Grand Plaza of Tikal, “the New York City of the Mayan world,” is a breathtaking moment. Dotted with temples and ruins, and surrounded by the tropical jungle of Guatemala’s lowlands, Tikal is a wonder

The Most Romantic Small Towns in Europe

We know you love Paris, Venice, and Florence. Problem is, so does every other couple in the world. This Valentine's Day—or on a romantic weekend away—seek out the quiet romance of these secluded small towns across Europe instead

Watch the Northern Lights From a Treetop Hotel in a Forest in Sweden

Nature lovers hoping to catch the Northern Lights can now spend the night in a treehouse 32 feet above the ground in the heart of a Swedish forest. The Treehotel, located in the tall pine forests of Harads in northern Sweden, recently unveiled The 7th Room, a treetop cabin that brings guests closer to nature

10 spring break vacation ideas, with or without kids

Winter's not done for much of the U.S., but there's hope. And as winter begins to wind down, that means it's time to think about spring break

Disney Dream dropping 'Villains' for 'Beauty and the Beast'

Seems villains are on the out at Disney Cruise Line as the last remaining ship for “Villains Tonight!” will make way for a new stage musical based on “Beauty and the Beast.”

South Korea’s Olympian Winter Moment

South Korea is a skiing afterthought no more. The 2018 Winter Olympics is a coming-out party for the country as a winter sports destination

The nine most amazing giant cruise ships

Thinking about a mega-resort experience for your next vacation? You no longer have to stay on land to get it. A wave of ever larger cruise ships is bringing the mega-resort formula to the world's oceans like never before

Would you fly Ryanair or easyJet for more than six hours? These are the longest budget airline routes

Passengers on Britain’s budget airlines are spending longer than ever inflight — with a “no-frills” service now topping six hours for the first time

How to say 'I love you' in 31 languages

The perfect tool for globetrotting Casanovas, the above video - courtesy of Movehub.com - shows how to say "I love you" in 31 different languages, from Afrikaans to Urdu

Google Maps Just Got An Awesome New Update You'll Want To Use

It’s always great when Google Maps adds a feature to make travel easier. And their latest will transform your trip to-do list from a 15-page handwritten mess to a clean, organized map in your pocket

TSA workers helped Puerto Rico-based ring smuggle $100M of cocaine, prosecutors say

Prosecutors in Puerto Rico have smashed a ring of current and former U.S. Transportation Security Administration workers that allegedly smuggled 20 tons of cocaine worth as much as $100 million into the U.S. over more than a decade

Tourism head resigns after using other countries' photos in media campaign

The head of Lithuania's state tourism agency has resigned after admitting her agency promoted the Baltic country in an international social media campaign by

Patent Applications for the Telephone

William Orton, the president of Western Union, was worried. Telegraph traffic was expanding faster than the telegraph lines could handle them. Only a single message could be carried at a time, a severe limitation even in the earliest days of the new technology

After Knee Replacement Surgery, Skiing the Colorado Rockies

I negotiated the chairlift to the top of Snowmass without incident on a perfect blue-sky day in the Colorado Rockies. So far, so good

Buyer beware: Ensuring vacation rentals are up to snuff

Before you rent another vacation home, listen to Tim Kerin's story. When Kerin, a small-business owner from Damascus, Md., recently rented a home through a no-name rental agency in Costa Rica, he noticed something peculiar

Those hotel ratings don't always tell the whole story. In fact, sometimes you need to research the rest of the story

What should you expect from a five-star hotel? Maybe the moon and maybe not. Because ratings don't mean much unless you know how they're done. Tips on divining whether your stay will be divine

The 19 cheapest holiday destinations on earth in 2017

Airport transfer website Hoppa has released its annual report on the cheapest and most expensive holiday destinations in the world

The advice I wish I'd been given before going on my gap year

Next week my daughter, aged 21, is setting off on her first big long-haul trip. She is going, with a friend, to do a grand tour of south-east Asia

Seabourn Encore Breaks Moorings, Collides With Ship in Port

High winds in the New Zealand port of Timaru on Sunday afternoon local time caused Seabourn Encore to break its moorings and collide with another ship docked in port. No injuries were reported

Disney Parks Just Got More Expensive... Again

A Disney vacation just got a little more expensive. The company announced over the weekend that prices at its theme parks in Florida and California will increase, along with the costs of some annual passes

Two countries as close as brothers

In a world of global tension and conflict, it’s both endearing and unusual that two countries that don’t even share a border have set aside a day solely to appreciate their friendship

7 cruise lines with amazing cocktail hours

Experience the best cocktail hours at sea, where you can unwind, chat with new friends, and even meet the captain

Smart hotels where work meets play

The line between work and play is more blurred than ever. A new generation of mobile workers has traded cubicles for coffee shops, and offices for hotel rooms around the world

Pilot Removed from Plane Bound for SFO After Rant

A bizarre scene aboard a United Airlines flight bound for San Francisco International Airport on Saturday evening showcased a pilot dressed in street clothes ranting about politics and her personal life

Cruises that cater to the Chinese on Royal Caribbean's Ovation of the Seas'

From menus to shows to casinos, Ovation of the Seas was designed for Chinese passengers as it cruises Asia and Australia

The reason why fast turnarounds are essential for airlines

American Airlines Flight 998 from Orlando, US, landed at Los Angeles International Airport at 8:19 am on a cloudy Tuesday morning, carrying 181 passengers

Meet the Mayans: a tour of the real Yucatán, Mexico

Escape the fleshpots of the Yucatán coast and head inland – you’ll find people eager to share their jungle home with visitors, and a world of hidden temples and natural pools

The first peacetime US bank robbery

The end of the Civil War left much of the southern United States in physical and economic ruin and the state of Missouri was no exception

Exploring the Montreal That Leonard Cohen Loved

In the jacket copy of his 1961 poetry collection “The Spice-Box of Earth,” a 20-something Leonard Cohen wrote, “I have to keep coming back to Montreal to renew my neurotic affiliations.”

10 great Valentine’s trips for solo travelers

If you’re single, you might not have thought about taking a trip for Valentine’s Day. But Cupid’s holiday is actually the perfect time for a solo travel adventure, says Patricia Schultz

Mid-March may be the sweet spot for spectacular wildflowers in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park

To hear Ernie Cowan tell it, 2017 may be one for the books when it comes to wildflower blooms at Anza-Borrego Desert State Park in eastern San Diego County

A fantasy cruise far, far away

Disney offers an experience that will take guests further than any human has ever gone before. Amber Nasrulla boards their fantasy ship to stand toe to toe with Stormtroopers in another galaxy

The rise and fall of Britain's railways: Unhappy passengers and a taste of Brexit

The Man Who Pays His Way: Annual conference of the Rail Delivery Group concedes customers are less than pleased with service

Holland America Line Partners With Oprah Magazine, Announces Oprah Cruise

Oprah is coming to Holland America. The line announced a two-year brand partnership with "O, The Oprah Magazine," which will bring Oprah's Book Club onboard more than 300 sailings in 2017 and 2018, along with fitness classes

Why More And More People Are Visiting Slovenia

Slovenia may not be high on the bucket list of the average traveler, but it should be. This treasure trove of forests, lakes, mountains and precious little towns offers more charm than many major European destinations, with fewer crowds to get in the way

India's auspicious flowers

I met Dhanalakshmi outside Periyar bus stand in central Madurai as the sun was rising over the South Indian city, warming the cool, crisp air and streaking the sky with pink and gold

China is building a vertical forest to fight pollution

China is out to build a fleet of the most nature-incorporated architectural structures in the world. After a never-ending series of record-breaking glass bridges — and even a glass bathroom — construction has begun on Asia’s first vertical forest in Nanjing

The hotel at the edge of the world

Perched on the edge of the Empty Quarter, the world's largest uninterrupted sand desert, the Qasr Al Sarab Resort offers guests the chance to explore one of the world's great wildernesses

What's on the agenda? Trump just met with top airline and travel execs

President Donald Trump met with aviation executives Thursday morning to discuss what he termed as the nation's "obsolete" travel infrastructure and a regulation framework he called a "disaster."

‘São Paulo makes London seem like a village’

With its feverish energy, opulent nightlife, culture and chaos, the Brazilian megalopolis is a perfect setting for Joe Thomas’s debut crime thriller

What Does a French Girl Do in New York During Fashion Week? Just Ask Aurélie Bidermann

New York Fashion Week is upon us. But between all the hustle and bustle that comes with dashing in between shows, it’s important to find some spots where you can unwind

How High-End Hotels Are Reinventing Airport Lounges

These days, killing time in an airport lounge before a flight can mean cocktails served by a Savoy-trained butler

The Twenty-fifth Amendment Ratified

In 1965, United States Senator Birch Bayh proposed an amendment to the United States Constitution that would definitively set forth the plan of succession in the event of the death or incapacity of the President. The language of the Constitution was deemed ambiguous

The world's best hidden beaches: Trang archipelago, Thailand

While popular Thai destinations such as Koh Samui and Phuket stagger under the weight of development, these southern islands retain a sleepy, tropical charm

There Is a Café Inspired by Kate Middleton, and It’s Surprisingly Chic

For those obsessed with the British royals, and with Kate Middleton in particular, it turns out that Kensington Palace isn’t the only must-visit

An hour from packed Kyoto, Nara is an enlightening overnight, including cordial deer

For nearly two decades, I have eagerly collected Japanese tea and sake sets, woodblock prints and geisha figurines. They delight me with their elegant and distinct design, with depictions of intricately shaped maple trees and dazzling silk kimonos

At Denmark's 'Boundless Kitchen,' Refugees Cook Food from Their Home Country

Following a drizzly walk in Mols Bjerge National Park on Denmark's Jutland Peninsula, we find the closest tree to huddle under. Beneath its cover, we open a box of fresh pastries and pour hot coffee

There's a Secret Bedroom at the Las Vegas Airport

Airports are full of secret spots that are perfect for catching a bit of shut-eye. Even if you've traveled through McCarran Airport in Las Vegas, there's a good chance you didn't notice the private bedrooms available

Woman dives off 17 metre platform on Harmony of the Seas cruise ship

Cesilie Carlton, 35, from the USA, launched herself off a 17 metre high platform aboard the world’s biggest cruise ship — Harmony of the Seas

New owner from Seattle brings fresh energy to Idaho’s Silver Mountain resort

Silver Mountain may have finally struck gold. This Northern Idaho resort has always had great terrain and empty slopes, a friendly vibe and cheap tickets — all great reasons for a visit

Hurricane didn't blow away Hilton Head's well-planned perfection

This lovely island just off the South Carolina mainland is as renowned for its hospitality toward visitors as it is for its Low Country cuisine and distinctive Gullah culture, the latter originating from the descendants of former slaves who migrated here after the Civil War

Yellow fever alert issued for more parts of Brazil

Federal health officials have issued a travel alert about the spread of yellow fever in Brazil and say travelers need to be vaccinated

Is A Hotel The Right Accommodation For Your Trip?

Your accommodations can make or break your vacation. We once stayed in a hotel in NYC that offered earplugs on the nightstand because it was in such a loud neighborhood

Emerald Princess Crew Member Killed in Gas Explosion - Princess Cruises

An Emerald Princess crew member has died following a gas explosion which took place while the ship was alongside at Port Chalmers, New Zealand, yesterday. First reports indicate that the incident happened during technical work on the hydraulic launching system on a tender vessel

What to do when the pilot dies: The idiot's guide to landing a plane

“Ladies and gentleman, this is your stewardess speaking. We regret any inconvenience the sudden cabin movement might have caused, this is due to periodic air pockets we encountered

These are the 19 best countries for raising a family, as voted by expats

When moving abroad, especially when you have a family, there is a lot to consider when it comes to quality of life. Expats have to think about everything from access to affordable and quality education

36 Hours in Brooklyn

South of Williamsburg, you can find an older Brooklyn: boisterous and beautiful, worldly with working class roots

John Quincy Adams becomes President

In the Presidential election of 1824, none of the four candidates received a majority of the electoral votes. The race for the office of the 6th President of the United States came down to John Quincy Adams and Andrew Jackson

Mary Queen of Scots is beheaded

For 19 years Mary Stuart lived in gentle confinement, the "guest" of Queen Elizabeth I. Mary Queen of Scots' impetuous nature and boldness kept her in trouble with her royal relations

One Year In, Five Lessons Learned

The new year has already brought about significant changes to our world, including the way some of us travel. It also commemorates, less significantly, the one-year anniversary of my taking over the Frugal Traveler column

Airfare Expert: Why today is the Golden Age for fliers

Every now and then, you’ll hear someone talk about the good old days of flying. My response: Baloney (unless you really liked seeing travelers in fancy hats). Today is so much better, and here’s why

Norwegian adds 25 more cruises this year from Miami to Cuba

Norwegian Cruise Line is doubling down on Cuba. Its Norwegian Sky will be adding more round-trip cruises from Miami to Cuba through December, the line announced Tuesday

10 incredible adventures you must have in 2017

Black vultures circled, unnervingly, overhead. I gripped the wire with my leather mitt and let out a girlie shriek as the canyon walls whizzed past, the river flowing 800ft below

Princess Cruises to Offer Favourite U.K. Foods on Southampton-Based Crown Princess

Princess Cruises will offer U.K. food favourites such as Marmite, curries and fish 'n' chips on Crown Princess, one of its Southampton-based ships for this spring and summer

How to enjoy Venice without destroying it

It's carnival time in The Floating City. But as tourism poses ever-more problems, here's how to see Serenissima without having an adverse impact

Staying in style in Barcelona

With an art gallery, coffee bar, yoga and south-east Asian food, you might find it hard to leave Barcelona’s Casa Bonay hotel – unless you get a craving for tapas

Japan's most extravagant light display

When it comes to extravagant light displays, few would dispute that Japan's the world leader. Every winter, towns and cities across the country glow with impressive festivals featuring millions of colorful bulbs

Surprising facts about the soon-to-close Waldorf Astoria hotel

Part history lesson, part dream-like fantasy, part luxurious indulgence, the Waldorf Astoria (from $250/night) is an iconic New York institution. But in a city where the only constant is change, we can’t expect hotels — even legendary ones — to be an exception

American Cruise Lines Announces Sponsorship of PBS’ Antique Road Show

American Cruise Lines announced that it will be a national sponsor of PBS’ most-watched ongoing series ANTIQUES ROADSHOW beginning today, February 6th. Now entering its 21st season, 14-time Emmy® Award nominated ANTIQUES ROADSHOW features antiques owners from across the country bringing in items to be appraised by the country’s leading antiques and collectibles experts

South African Airways Offers Special Travel Industry Fares For 2017 Tourism Shows In South Africa

South African Airways (SAA), the national carrier of South Africa and Africa’s most awarded airline is, once again offering special travel industry fares for upcoming tourism conferences in South Africa

South African Airways Offers Special Travel Industry Fares For 2017 Tourism Shows In South Africa

South African Airways (SAA), the national carrier of South Africa and Africa’s most awarded airline is, once again offering special travel industry fares for upcoming tourism conferences in South Africa. The 2017 travel trade fares are being offered from North America for travel industry delegates that are attending the World Travel Market – Africa April 19-21, with International Luxury Travel Market (ILTM-Africa) April 21-23 and We Are Africa May 1-4, all hosted in Cape Town. Indaba, Africa’s premier and longest- running travel show, hosted by South African Tourism, will be held in Durban May 16-18

Windstar Cruises Named Official Cruise Line of the James Beard Foundation Broadening Exclusive Culinary Partnership

Boutique line announced as official cruise line of the James Beard Foundation and sponsor of the organization’s esteemed JBF Awards, Taste America®, Chefs

Skip Marrakesh, and Visit Morocco's Atlantic Coast Instead - Vogue

If Marrakech is the Palm Springs of Europe, then Morocco’s Atlantic coast is southern California with a touch of Point Break. Truly, there's something for anyone in search of friendly vibes or Vitamin D — from souks to year-round surf spots to everything in between

Tour Canada by Private Jet With 57 Friends...For $300K

Milestone birthdays should be celebrated in a big way. So when Canada hit the big 1-5-0 this year, Fairmont Hotels

Disney Just Announced the Opening Date for the Avatar-themed 'Pandora'

Disney Parks announced on Tuesday that the new “Avatar” theme park will open at Disney's Animal Kingdom in Orlando, Florida, on May 27

The Most Expensive Cup of Coffee in the U.S. Costs $18

The most expensive cup of coffee in the U.S. can now be found in New York City and it'll cost you $18

Guardians of a Vast Lake, and a Refuge for Humanity

Thousands of years ago, every lake was like Great Bear Lake. So pure you could lower a cup into the water and drink it

Don't miss these destination dumplings

American restaurants serve all kinds of takes on Asian dumplings, from dim sum to dessert

The surprising route with more first class fliers than any other - and eight more air travel oddities

Which air route welcomes more first class fliers than any other? New York to Paris? Dubai to Hong Kong? LA to Tokyo? You’re not even close

Fashion Icon Iris Apfel is Set to Join Cunard Line's 2017 Transatlantic Fashion Week Cruise

Cunard has revealed that fashion icon Iris Apfel will join its second annual Transatlantic Fashion Week voyage onboard Queen Mary 2 -- setting sail from Southampton to New York on August 31, 2017

From the Himalayas to elephants in Kenya - the world's best pools with a view

It's not enough for a hotel to have a pool these days; it's all about the pool with a view. Here are some of the best

Where travel experts go on vacation

From pilots to travel photographers, train aficionados to tour guides, these world-wandering experts have seen the world

InterContinental confirms credit card breach at 12 hotels

InterContinental owns major brands like Holiday Inn, Crowne Plaza, Crowne Plaza, Candlewood Suites, and Kimpton

Why You Should Go on a Cruise for Your Honeymoon

Wedding planning requires a million careful decisions and a fair amount of stress, which is why most couples want their honeymoon to be hassle-free, relaxing, and, most importantly, positively riddled with romance

Flight Attendants Receive Human Trafficking Training Before Super Bowl Spike

It is commonly reported that human trafficking increases around high-profile events, especially the Super Bowl

How to pack Australia into two weeks

On the outskirts of Port Augusta is a signpost that perhaps best marks the beginning of the cross-continental road trip, the Explorer’s Way. It’s where the east-west Eyre Highway meets the north-south Stuart Highway

Six incredible planes you'll never get to fly on

These are some of the most amazing machines to take to the skies

This Is What a Cryotherapy Session Really Feels Like

Cryotherapy has been a controversial spa treatment ever since a salon worker died from asphyxiation in a cryo chamber after closing up the shop alone one night

50 states: 50 most romantic restaurants on Yelp

Yelp shares the most romantic rated and reviewed restaurants in each state

Charles Dickens is born

The great English novelist Charles Dickens, was born on February 7, 1812. Dickens was born in Landport, Portsmouth in Hampshire, the second of eight children in a solidly middle class family

The Airport Lounge Scene: What You Get and How to Get In

Mango smoothies beckon. Soft pretzels dangle from a wooden rack. There are platters of Scottish smoked salmon, sausage, bacon, eggs, waffles, pancakes

Countdown: The 25 most beautiful cruise vessels

In an era of ever more block-ish cruise ships, there still a few that delight and surprise

All aboard the new Denver ski train

Thanks to the new Winter Park Express you can now ski or board in one of Colorado's snowiest resorts without having to hire a car. Sam Haddad and her young son ride the inaugural train

11 under-the-radar wine regions

Burgundy, Napa Valley, Marlborough, Tuscany -- true wine fans have probably already ticked the great grape regions off their lists

The world's newest stargazing haven (and it's an hour from London)

Darkness on the South Downs. Owls hoot and boy-racers accelerate along distant B-roads. But just how dark is it?

Royal Caribbean to Offer More Cuba Cruises, Extending Sailings Through November 2017

Royal Caribbean has added more Cuba sailings on Empress of the Seas, extending the cruises through November 2017. The four-and-five night cruises on the 1,602-passenger ship leave from Tampa, with stops in Key West and Cozumel

Rare 'cave squeaker' frog makes first appearance in decades

A rare frog that has not been seen in decades and listed as possibly extinct has made a reappearance

The 40 Best Resorts in Asia

Whether you're in Vietnam or Thailand, Indonesia or India, Asian resorts offer serious luxury—and many add new meaning to the phrase 'getting lost.'

This Polish Village Has Been Covered in Flower Paintings Since the 19th Century

There’s a quaint village in Poland where you’ll find yourself surrounded by intricate flower paintings. In Zalipie, a small town located northeast of Krakow, has a tradition dating back to the 19th century

Breakthrough could cure jet lag forever

The medical community has taken the next step toward finding a jet-lag cure, thanks to a Salk Institute study published last year in Cell

Greetings from the Redneck Riviera

Some of the most stunning white sand beaches in the country are located along the Florida Panhandle. Some call it the Emerald Coast, I call this paradise the Redneck Riviera

Hotel loyalty programs get more hospitable

Hotel loyalty programs have gotten too complicated. Too hard to earn and redeem points, travelers said. Now hotels are changing course

Have Unpaid Taxes? You Could Lose Your Passport

A Dutch woman was recently denied a Swiss passport because locals deemed her "too annoying." In the U.S., other, more common grounds for passport dismissal routinely make the news

How to Become a Frequent Flier Without Spending a Lot of Money

Frequent flyer programs are incredibly complex (even the government thinks so!), but with a few hints and tips, almost anyone can become a travel hacker, earning points without ever leaving the ground

Elizabeth II becomes Queen

On February 6th, 1952 Elizabeth Alexandra Mary was at the Treetops Hotel in Kenya. Her husband, Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh broke the news to her that George VI, the king of the United Kingdom and her father, had died peacefully in his sleep at age 56

In Hawaii, a Swimmer’s Communion With the Wild Ocean

Years ago, a close friend and I cemented a friendship that began in college by splashing our way around Hawaii, on his home island, Oahu

The most expensive ski vacation rentals in North America

HomeToGo has rounded up some of the most luxurious rentals near top ski resorts

How to get the most from your all-inclusive getaway

For vacationers of all stripes, here are some tips to get the most relaxation out of your package getaway

The world's longest flight is about to take off for the first time

Seats are still available for the first departure of the world’s longest passenger flight. For £1,447, you can buy a return London-Auckland ticket, departing from Heathrow at 3.05pm on Saturday afternoon for a flight to Doha, where it touches down shortly after midnight

Bulgaria: A nostalgia-soaked steam train journey through the Balkans

They are easy to spot in a Heathrow departure lounge. The railway enthusiasts are sitting quietly, elderly men with silver hair, a few trim beards, and faraway expressions. There are no steam trains in Terminal 5, so there is little to stir their interest

Construction Begins on MSC Cruises' MSC Seaview

MSC Cruises officially began construction of MSC Seaview, the second ship in MSC Cruises' Seaside Class, with a rainy day coin ceremony at the Fincantieri Shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy

8 Things to Expect When Visiting Cuba

Cuba is the new hotspot destination for American travelers. Many say they want to “get there before it gets ruined by mass tourism,” or before the political situation in America affects the recently-relaxed relations between the two countries

The Sixteenth Amendment Ratified (Income Tax)

On February 3, 1913, the Sixteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution was ratified by the United States Congress, allowing the Federal government to collect a tax based on income

'Leisure Sickness' Is Real: How to Stay Healthy on Vacation

There’s something about beaches flooded with sunshine, and snowy mountain roads leading to off-the-grid spots that do a body right. Ideally, vacations leave us rested, relaxed, and invigorated. But the well-traveled know that sometimes, we can return sick, sniffling, and sneezing

TSA PreCheck vs. Global Entry: Which One Is a Better Deal?

Starting this month, scoring a free pass through TSA PreCheck is going to get a lot harder. So if you still want to breeze through airport security, you're going to have to cough up a bit of cash for the privilege

Chicago's Langham tops the list of best U.S. hotels

The Second City is home to the country's No. 1 hotel, according to U.S. News

Six amazing places in China you've never heard of

Although Chinese tourists and old China hands have already discovered these sights, here are six great destinations still off the mainstream foreign tourist trail

'I'm walking, skiing and canoeing from the Russian Arctic all the way to Istanbul'

Explorer Charlie Walker is traversing the length of the Ural mountains as part of a triathlon adventure – and a bid to understand the nature of the east-west divide

Carnival Adds Popular Seafood Shack to Seven Cruise Ships

After debuting Seafood Shack on its newest ship, Carnival Vista, Carnival Cruise Line has expanded the New England-style seafood eatery to seven additional ships in the fleet

For the Disabled Traveler, Strategies for a Successful Trip

Terry Scott Cohen, 42, enjoys roller coasters, mushing in Alaska and tobogganing in the Pyrenees Mountains. Though he gets about in a motorized scooter, he has not let his myotonic dystrophy

36 Hours in Marrakesh

In Morocco’s “Jewel of the South,” the streets and bazaars spill over with artistry, whether it be in architecture, cuisine, crafts or fine art

How to avoid an in-flight medical incident

In recent months we’ve seen news about a range of medical and health issues occurring aboard commercial airline flights. The baby born in the skies between Philadelphia and Orlando on Southwest Airlines

Discover the other side of Florida – Naples

In the third part of this seven part series, Simon Calder travels across the Sunshine State where he explores another Naples, finds an abundance of oysters and visits the smallest post office in the USA

Travel like the Obamas: take a tour of Richard Branson's most luxurious retreats

What does a president do after eight stressful years in the White House? Well, if you're Barack Obama, you flip your cap backwards and jet out to Sir Richard Branson's private island, of course

If You Don't Have TSA PreCheck, You Might Wanna Get It NOW

If you’ve been thinking about getting TSA PreCheck, there are two fresh new reasons to do it. Last week, the Transportation Security Administration expanded its expedited security service to 11 additional airlines at more than 180 U.S. airports

Travel Specialist G Adventures Acquires Swan Hellenic Cruise Line

British cruise line Swan Hellenic has been acquired by adventure travel specialist G Adventures, following the collapse of the line's former parent company -- All Leisure Group -- last month

Amsterdam's 'Brown Cafes' Are the Best Places to Drink Like a Local

These neighborhood pubs are the way to meet Dutch locals, but not all brown cafes are created the same

IKEA's New Collections Were Made for People Who Are Always on the Move

IKEA is branching out to a new demographic with its new PS 2017 and Spridd collections—well, sort of

5 new Chicago hotels worth a staycation

It's that time of year. Gray skies. Icy sidewalks. Too many layers of clothes. Cabin fever. A vacation is a must

SeaWorld spreads out with Seven Seas fest

SeaWorld Orlando is ushering in a new festival this month. In some ways the Seven Seas Food Festival will be a hybrid of two of the theme park’s discontinued festivals — Bands, Brew

Ten family-friendly wineries to visit in South Australia

Don't let whiny kids get in the way of a good glass of wine. Combine the two with these family friendly tours

Cathay Pacific’s first Australian-based A350 plane lands in Melbourne

Melbourne travellers flying to Hong Kong can now test the reputation of a plane known for beating jet lag

Silversea's Silver Muse Cruise Ship to Seasonally Homeport in Fort Lauderdale

Luxury cruise line Silversea Cruises will seasonally homeport its newest ship, Silver Muse, in Fort Lauderdale's Port Everglades for two years, beginning in October 2017

Hilton's Loyalty Program Is Adding a Bunch of Game-changing Perks

Hilton has announced the addition of four new benefits to its guest loyalty program, all of which are unique to the industry and may prove to be game-changers as major hotel operators continue to re-think ways to attract and retain loyal guests

The Incorporation of New Amsterdam (NYC)

The Dutch first explored the New York Bay area of the Americas in search of highly prized beaver pelts. They established a Fort Amsterdam in 1625 to protect the entrance to the Hudson River on Manhattan Island. The Dutch West India Company placed Peter Minuit in charge of the settlement

South African Airways Salutes Ghana's 60th Independence Day With A Special Sale Fare Of $679

In celebration of Ghana’s 60th anniversary of independence, South African Airways (SAA), Africa’s most awarded airline, is offering a special sale fare of $679.00* round-trip (restrictions apply) from Washington Dulles International Airport to Accra, Ghana. Travel on this fare is applicable from February 20 to March 30, 2017, to allow travelers to spend the Independence Day holiday period with family and friends in Ghana. Tickets must be purchased by February 10, 2017, so travelers should hurry and book by visiting www.flysaa.com or calling SAA Reservations at 1-(800) 722-9675

American Queen Steamboat Company Honored as Gold Winner in the 2017 Travvy Awards

American Queen Steamboat Company has earned the prestigious Gold statuette in the Travvy Awards for Best River Cruise Line – U.S. which were held Wednesday, January 25, 2017 at Gotham Hall in New York City. The annual Travvy Awards, known as the Academy Awards of the travel industry, recognize the highest standards of excellence in the travel industry and honor travel companies, travel products, travel agencies, and destinations for their outstanding achievement

Trekking Iran's Lut desert: a wild, remote adventure – in pictures

Iran’s Dasht-e Lut with its giant dunes, salt plains and kaluts provides an epic journey of breathtaking beauty and wilderness, as seen in these images from a 15-day trek with Secret Compass

Wow Air, Known for $69 Flights to Iceland, Will Add Premium Seats

When it comes to buying the absolute cheapest ticket between the U.S. and Europe, the euphoria of scoring a deal is often tempered by the realization that you've just committed to spending eight hours in thin seats with little legroom

Inside the Airbus A380, the Biggest Passenger Plane in the World

Emirates operates more Airbus A380 aircraft, the world's largest passenger plane, than any other airline

7 big Mardi Gras celebrations (not in New Orleans)

It’s Mardi Gras season once again, and while New Orleans is the American epicenter of this festive pre-Lenten celebration, there are plenty of other options for some fantastically fun Fat Tuesday revelry

Time is right for camping in the Everglades

The best way to experience the Everglades is to camp overnight, when the woods and wetlands come alive with a cacophony of wildlife sounds echoing through the darkness

7 things to skip on a Carnival cruise ship

Carnival ships present an affordable party at sea complete with waterslides, poolside games and contests, live music and discos that hop into night. The food is decent, the company fun loving. Still, not every experience is for everyone. Here are some things you may want to skip

Russian River Cruise Company Vodohod To Build New Ship

A Russian river cruise company, Vodohod, has signed a contract to build a new ship that will sail between Moscow and St. Petersburg on the Volga River. The unnamed 144-passenger ship, set to debut in 2020, will be built at a state-owned shipyard, United Shipbuilding Company

What happens when you flush the loo on a cruise ship?

The largest modern cruise ships, such as Harmony of the Seas, carry more than 6,500 passengers and 2,400 crew. That’s a floating population greater than the number of residents of the City of London, and equivalent to a town the size of Towcester

At Home in Paris

Liz Alderman, who wrote “My Paris: Seduced by History,” offers an insider’s guide on places to eat, drink and visit in the Marais district of Paris

Will Foreign Visitors Have to Hand Over Social Media Info, Cell Phone Contacts?

Customs and immigration halls have long been phone-free zones, plastered with signs reminding arrivals stateside to stay off their cells while in process. That could change, though, if a weekend report from the White House via CNN’s Jake Tapper plays out—albeit in ways that might seem somewhat unwelcome

New York's Grand Central Station Opens

Grand Central Terminal ("Station" is not a part of its official name) at 42nd Street and Park Avenue in Midtown Manhattan was built by the New York Central Railroad. The terminal represents the largest train station in the world gauged by the number of tracks

How London's Potential Tourist Tax Could Affect Your Stay

The city of London is considering implementing a “tourist tax” that would increase nightly rates at hotels by 5 percent. “London is the number one destination for tourists in the world," London Mayor Sadiq Khan said in a press conference last week

With or without Super Bowl LI, Houston is a winner

Houston. It might not be what you expect. Sure, the host city of Super Bowl LI is big, bold and brash. Its miles of urban landscape brim with notorious traffic delays, although 23 miles of light rail help whisk travelers through the bedlam, especially from NRG Stadium (site of the Feb. 5 showdown) to downtown

How to Have a Relaxing Vacation in a City

Beach and spa vacations are typically associated with relaxation while urban getaways tend to be all go, go, go, but that doesn’t always have to be the case, according to Michael Bonsor, the hotel manager of Rosewood London. “You can absolutely head to a city for a relaxing vacation,” he said

Another Carnival ship emerges from makeover

Another Carnival ship has just emerged from a makeover. The 25-year-old Carnival Ecstasy received several new venues during a two-week overhaul in the Bahamas that ended Tuesday

In this new-generation cruise ship, a library is the only thing missing (but it's coming soon)

What did Holland America leave out when it created the Koningsdam? A library of all things. But for these bibliophiles on a transatlantic crossing, it all had a happy ending

Executive Order on Travel Extends to Ports, May Affect Cruise Passengers

Because President Trump's executive order on travel affecting immigrants extends to ports as well as airports, cruise passengers might find themselves caught up in some of the consequences

Can We Learn Something About Jet Lag From MLB Players?

Whether you travel for work or pleasure, you have probably experienced travel fatigue — the distinct exhaustion that comes from too little leg room, bad air, bad food and stress endured while traveling

Britain introduces flights without security checks for first time in almost 50 years

At 9.15am on Monday 30 January, a piece of aviation history was made. On a day when the headlines were filled with tougher US restrictions on travellers, including “extreme vetting” of some nationalities, Scottish aviation made a move for more relaxed, passenger-friendly travel

The ultimate travel bucket list for culture lovers

One of the great pleasures of travel is visiting places when there is a real sense of occasion. Obviously there are big showstoppers such as carnivals, sporting events and national celebrations such as July 4

The Texan's Texas: Easygoing charm in Brenham

When outsiders think of rural Texas, their thoughts tend to run toward cactus, tumbleweeds, oil derricks, coyotes and armadillos, cowboys and pickup trucks. Say "rural Texas" to an old-school Houstonian, and you get a different picture. Often as not, their minds will run to the Brenham area about 75 miles northwest of downtown Houston

Inside the Most Luxurious Train in Africa: Rovos Rail

A whiff of eccentricity surrounds the family-owned Rovos Rail, a sleeper train that rarely runs on time and provides areas for cigars but not cell phones. It began as a diversion for founder Rohan Vos

The World's Lowest Unclimbed Mountain Is Shorter Than a Basketball Rim

For this week's Maphead, Ken Jennings explores a mountain that looks more like a hill. A year ago, I wrote about the world's highest unclimbed mountain, a 24,840-foot peak in Bhutan

France Is Banning Unlimited Soda Refills to Fight Obesity

France has banned restaurants from offering unlimited refills of soda and sugary drinks, the latest bid to decrease the rise in the nation's obesity rate. The new order, implemented on Jan. 27, will mean that hotels, restaurants and school cafeterias will no longer have soda fountains

Makeup Mogul Bobbi Brown Shares Tips for a First-Time Visit to Moscow

During a week-long stay in Russia, the makeup artist rediscovered her roots—and fell in love with Moscow

Guy Fawkes is Hanged

The infamous Gunpowder Plot of 1605 was an attempt by a group of conspirators to kill King James I of England, his family, and most of the House of Lords by blowing up the Palace of Westminster during the State Opening of Parliament

The Latest in Luggage: The Bold and the Beautiful

Reports of lost luggage have hit a record low in the United States. There were about two accounts of mishandled bags for every 1,000 passengers in November, according to the Department of Transportation

AAA names its newest Five Diamond properties

Six hotels and one restaurant have made AAA’s list of Five Diamond establishments for the first time, earning the highest designation given by the travel authority

Tears not enough in Auschwitz warehouse of horrors

More than 70 years after they were seized from victims at Auschwitz death camp, a pile of suitcases evoke anguish beyond bearing

Is Sri Lanka the perfect beach holiday destination?

My husband, Senan and I were on our way inland to the tea country that surrounds Kandy, our last stop on a two-week family holiday in Sri Lanka

Celebrity Chef Roy Yamaguchi Talks Dumplings and More for MSC Seaside Cruise Ship Restaurant

Celebrity Chef Roy Yamaguchi, known for his distinctive style of Hawaiian fusion cuisine, has been dreaming up dumplings for his specialty restaurant, debuting on MSC Seaside late this year

Why TAP Portugal Airlines Should Be Back On Your Radar

I’ve often questioned if every single country on Earth requires its own national flag carrier. Some have flown into the history books, such as Sabena

A tiny forest on the tip of the world

Every year, travellers visit Patagonia to marvel at its vast glaciers and huge open skies. But this miniature forest is so small, visitors are given magnifying glasses

Protesters swarm airports nationwide

People gathered at airports around the country to protest President Trump's immigration ban from seven Muslim-majority countries

A gourmet Texas inn reboots the cowboy way

The newly updated Inn at Dos Brisas, halfway between Houston and Austin, offers something way beyond dusty cattle drives and campfire cookouts

Delta flights cancelled after domestic fleet grounded nationwide

At least 150 flights were cancelled overnight and Delta's website, app and airport reservation computers remained down early Monday, the airline said

10 of the best new family attractions in the UK

Waterparks, cycle trails and zipwires through the forest are among the attractions springing up across the UK this year. We’ve included affordable places to stay nearby, too

Why We Love Mexico

There are so many reasons to love this beautiful country, we'll never be able to list them all. Here's why you should be planning a visit now

Trump's Executive Order on Immigration Is a Violation of What We Stand for as Travelers

The United States, in spite of its stumbles, has stood for refuge, openness, fairness and opportunity. This is a betrayal of those principles

The best cruise ship for families? Check out these two from Disney

Unveiled in 2012 and 1998, respectively, Fantasy and Magic each boast all the trappings of a major family resort, from deck-top fun zones with pools and water features to expansive interior children's areas and family-friendly entertainment. Still, as you can see in the photo tours, they are very different ships

King Charles I is beheaded

The British have always had an interesting relationship with their monarchs. Charles I reigned from March 1625 until his death in 1649. His death, however, holds a certain distinction: Charles I was the only British monarch ever put to death by the Parliament of England

Bucket-list train trips: Riding the Trans-Siberian Railway

Crossing seven time zones, hurtling through birch forests, the Ural mountain region and Siberian steppes, the train is a bustling, self-contained society

London hotels: fury at plans for a 'bed tax'

'This is a discussion with those in the hotel industry about how we can make sure London stays special,' says Mayor

Why Cornwall is the most beautiful place in England right now

In south Cornwall, even in the dead of winter, you can feel the mildness in the air. The first daffodils are out in December, camellias bloom at Christmas, and by February the subtropical gardens at Trebah

Carnival Ecstasy Cruise Ship Emerges from Dry Dock with New Restaurants and Bars

Carnival Ecstasy, one of the oldest ships in Carnival Cruise Line's fleet, has received a makeover that includes many of the line's most popular restaurants and bars

The 10 Most Beautiful Candy Shops Around The World

There’s no outing sweeter than a trip to the candy shop. With colorful treats from floor to ceiling, candy stores bring out the kid in every shopper, whether they grew up in the era of penny candy or the latest outrageous confection

High-tech RV comes complete with its own helicopter

Are you planning a road trip? Ditch the crowded car and hit the highway in style with a new high-tech RV that's as sleek as it is expensive

The ultimate cruise for music lovers, from the Big Easy to the Home of the Blues

You can do it by rail, by road or by air: as the crow flies, the distance between New Orleans and Memphis is around 350 miles, so you could travel it in less than half a day

World's 25 top tourism destinations

All over the world, people are making more flights to more places than ever before. But two Asian cities, according to a new report by market researcher Euromonitor International, are welcoming more visitors than any other destination

JFK Flier Attacks Worker: 'Trump Will Get Rid of All of You'

A Massachusetts man is facing hate crime charges after he allegedly shouted slurs at and kicked a Muslim airline employee in the Delta Sky Lounge at Kennedy Airport Wednesday night, prosecutors say

'The East Village is one of the few places in Manhattan hanging on to some character’

As a struggling musician and native New Yorker, Tor Miller knows all the best dive bars and thrift stores – and the local deli where you can get breakfast for $3

The Hidden Gems of Telluride

Telluride might be known for its famous landowners—Oprah Winfrey and Ralph Lauren among them—but this majestic ski town tucked away in a box canyon in southwestern Colorado still maintains its Old West charm

Venice's First Wheelchair-Accessible Gondola Is Here

Two gondoliers in Venice have launched Gondolas4all, the world's first wheelchair-accessible gondola

Founding of the National Geographic Society

On January 13, 1888, a small group of 33 explorer and scientists gathered at the Cosmos Club in Washington, DC. They proposed to organize a society "to increase and diffuse geographic knowledge while promoting the conservation of the world's cultural, historical, and natural resources."

36 Hours in Santiago, Chile

The Chilean capital offers a dynamic cultural landscape, with world-class chefs, design-forward shops and energy to spare

A taste of place: How airports decide what to sell in their stores

Hard-to-resist warm cookies, smartly branded bottled water, and a line of cannabis-themed health and beauty products promising to make you feel great, but not get you high

A new restaurant has a wonderful scheme which can tackle loneliness

For anyone fearing having to eat dinner alone if all their mates are busy, or for anyone just feeling a bit lonely and wants to make friends while having some good food, a new restaurant in Finland has got your back

The 50 greatest train journeys on Earth

Unless you are one of the poor souls condemned to the purgatory of Southern Rail, train travel as a rule is something that, almost two centuries after Robert Stephenson’s invention of the Rocket, remains one of the most civilised ways of getting from A to B

Azamara Reveals Brand-New Country Intensive Voyages, Plus Largest Ever Shore Excursion Programme

Azamara Club Cruises is expanding its immersive cruise concept through new itineraries and shore excursions that it says provide "one-to-one human connections" for cruisers

Why You Need Plan A Trip To Barbados ASAP

Skip the freezing winter weather, pack a swimsuit or two and hop on a plane to sunny Barbados just as soon as you can

A high-speed getaway like no other

Shanghai's magnetic levitation train, which connects Pudong International Airport to the city's subway system, can hit speeds of 430kph – twice as fast as most private planes

How to do a Disney park trip the cheap way

Visiting one of Disney’s theme parks isn't exactly cheap but many parents know that the look on a kid's face after visiting is pretty priceless

Virgin Hotels Next Location Will Be New Orleans

Virgin Hotels is headed to New Orleans, Louisiana, where they plan to build their newest boutique property

9 European Ski Resorts Every Design Lover Should Visit

Get ready for some serious decor envy. Taken from the pages of the new Eighty Four Rooms: Alpine Edition, these nine chalets, lodges, and resorts are the perfect way to escape the glumness of winter, without leaving the cold behind

Keep it cool with this travel caddy

The Cool-It Caddy is tailor-made for heat-sensitive medications, cosmetics and, of course, chocolate, the traveler's staple

Wetsuit worked wonders for SeaWorld's feather-challenged penguin

The penguin with molting issues and her own customized wetsuit is now in fine feather, SeaWorld Orlando officials say

The Shipping News: Oceania Cruises new itinerary

Oceania Cruises has unveiled its 2018 cruises in Europe, featuring destinations across the Mediterranean, Baltic and North Atlantic

The Republic of India

On January 26, 1950, the Indian constitution took effect, making the Republic of India the world's most populous democracy

The London of London’s Mayor

Catch the red double-decker bus on Buckingham Palace Road — outside Grosvenor House, which was once home to the Dukes of Westminster, but which now holds a luxury hotel

Photo tour: Caribbean luxury at the Four Seasons Anguilla

For a small island measuring just 16 miles long and 3 miles wide, Anguilla packs a big punch with luxury vacation seekers

Is Brussels Europe's most underrated capital?

Explore this Belgian city while the train tickets are a bargain and the crowds are elsewhere

Ocean Expert Jean-Michel Cousteau to Join Select Crystal Sailings

Oceanographic expert and conservationist Jean-Michel Cousteau will join several Crystal cruise and yacht sailings in 2017

The science behind why you should spend money on family holidays instead of toys

Parents have been wasting hundreds of pounds on toys, according to one of Britain’s leading child psychologists, and should be spending their money on holidays instead

This Travel Pillow Ensures You Can Sleep On Any Plane, Anytime

People will do all kinds of crazy things to make their flight more comfortable. Some travelers swear by head hammocks and comfy nap scarves, while others pack on the butt pads or indulge in an alcoholic beverage or two before takeoff

Africa's first high-speed trains are coming to Morocco in 2018

Move over, Japan: Next year, Africa will debut its first high-speed train, in Morocco

Tokyo's coolest neighbourhood: Kōenji

Stay in an art hotel, see live music, shop for vintage clothes … the leftfield community of Kōenji in the Tokyo suburbs is home to an expanding creative scene

Non-Touristy Ways to See the Great Wall of China

There are so many things to experience on one’s first trip to China—the obvious sights like the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square, the contemporary art galleries of Beijing and Shanghai, the street food, the street markets—that it almost feels overwhelming

Zappos’s CEO is helping revitalize downtown Las Vegas

On a January afternoon at Atomic Liquors, Tony Hsieh stood behind the bar chatting up a mermaid. Iridescent soap bubbles swirled around them

Scientists Are Getting Closer to Making Intergalactic Space Travel a Reality

For travelers who want something really off-the-beaten path, space tourism could be just the ticket. After all, SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has plans to put humans on Mars by 2025—and Virgin Galactic is already selling tickets (at $250,00 a pop) for its VSS Unity spaceship

Taking the kids on a cruise for spring or summer break

Imagine a vacation where someone not only cleans your room twice a day, but picks up after the kids. Imagine they can order whatever they like to eat

The League of Nations

On January 25th, 1919, the Paris Peace conference approved a proposal to create the League of Nations to sustain lasting peace after the horrors of World War I. In June of that year, 44 nations signed the Covenant of the League of Nations

11 can't-miss museum exhibits this winter

Winter is the perfect time to head indoors to museums and check out new exhibits

The Best Time to Buy Airline Tickets

A 2017 study by Expedia and the Airlines Reporting Corporation says there's a new optimal time to buy airline tickets

How to Spend Less so You Can Travel More

One woman saved more than $20,000 in a year by cutting most of her spending. You can do it, too

Cold sweat: Taking a hot dip into Finland's sauna culture

Steaming out your demons can be relaxing, but for Finland's perspirers the sauna is a year-round rite where, as writer Tim Johnson discovers, everyone bares all

What it's like to spend the night at the hotel that inspired The Shining

Forty years after ‘The Shining’ first terrified the world, a sleepover at the hotel that inspired Stephen King’s novel reveals echoes of the phantom guests it is known for

Inside Taj-I Mah, the most luxurious new hotel in the Alps

Luxury comes so weighted with expectation it makes me nervous; not least in the Alps, where it can mean so many things. And can go so badly (and expensively) wrong

Star Clippers Delays Launch of New Cruise Ship

Star Clippers' first new-build in 15 years will launch later than anticipated. A spokesperson for the line told Cruise Critic the 300-passenger sailing ship Flying Clipper will be delivered in the first quarter of 2018

The 5 Best Frequent Flyer Programs To Join In 2017

If you plan on traveling often this year (and trust us, you should), then it’s time to choose a frequent flier program

10 top tips from our Melbourne correspondent

From blue algae lattes and the best bar on AC/DC Lane to Aboriginal culture, our Guardian Australia reporter has the inside track on the ‘world’s most liveable city’

A Hedonist’s Tour of South Africa

The key to being truly “on holiday” comes down to overindulgence: of food, wine, shopping, culture—pick your vice and go to town

After all these years, we're embracing the beauty of the guided tour

Expert-led visits to places like the Vatican, the Colosseum, and the Uffizi Galleries would make them far easier to navigate. We were resigned to being tourists rather than travelers for the first time

Finding winter fun around Oregon's gorgeous Santiam Pass

Explore a new world of snowshoeing, skiing, snowmobiling and sledding in Central Oregon's Cascades

APT and Northstar Cruises celebrate special anniversaries

As Australia Day festivities are about to kick off all over the country, two home-grown cruise companies, APT and Northstar Cruises, are celebrating special anniversaries of their own this year

The best of Dublin in 48 hours

There’s an exciting undercurrent pulsing through Dublin. It feels as though the city of craic is about to boom, in a Silicon Valley kind of way (from Facebook to Google, all the tech giants are here)

Head Trip: Meditation Apps for Travelers

Having long tried to virtually transport listeners to beaches, rain forests and other dreamy respites, meditation apps today are also trying to appeal to people who are actually traveling to such places

Sir Winston Churchill Dies

Many heroes were born out of the chaos of World War II, but perhaps none as inspiring as Winston Churchill. Upon the resignation of Neville Chamberlain in 1940, Churchill became Prime Minister and led Britain to victory against the Axis powers

The Assassination of the 1st Earl of Moray

The assassination of regent James Stewart, 1st Earl of Moray threw Scotland into civil war. Moray was assassinated by Hamilton of Bothwellhaugh, a supporter of Stewart's half-sister Queen Mary

Paris Fights the Effects of Crimes Against the Very Rich

It is known as the City of Light. But a shadow has been cast over Paris, where some of the wealthiest women in the world have arrived for the start of the January couture shows

Discover the other side of Florida – Kissimmee

In the second of this seven part series, Simon Calder travels across the sunshine state where he discovers a romantic name, takes a kayak trip and eschews Disneyland in favour of playing Tarzan

This stunning 'hotel room' in the Swiss Alps has no walls

From a lodge sculpted from ice to one made from metal sheets, there are an infinite number of offbeat hotels that re-think the traditional BampB

12 bucket list cruise holidays (one for each month of the year)

From festivals to flower fairs, sporting contests to carnivals and commemorations to national celebrations, special events across the globe can all be included in a cruise

Norwegian Cruise Line Program Allows Passengers to Bid on Cabin Upgrades

Travelers booked on Norwegian Cruise Line sailings now have the opportunity to bid on cabin upgrades as part of the line's new Upgrade Advantage Program, which will roll out fleetwide by March 2017

Here's Where The Obamas Flew As Soon As The Inauguration Ended

After passing the torch to Donald Trump, former President Barack Obama is taking his family far away for some well-deserved RampR

Want to move abroad? Try here

We talked to residents in the top-ranking countries for expats to find out what exactly makes their adopted country so special

7 of Houston's hottest watering holes

These seven bars offer a bevy of beverage experiences, from lolling in a hammock with a cool glass of craft beer to sipping Elijah Craig Bourbon in Gilded Age splendor

20 UK hotels, rooms and hostels opening in 2017

New places to stay this year will include a cool hostel at Hadrian's Wall, a Titanic hotel in Belfast and a Coal Exchange in Cardiff

Emirates Now Provides First Class Passengers With Moisturizing Pajamas

Flying leaves you parched like few other activities, and save for the most nimble lavatory contortionists, most passengers resign to flying with itchy, dry skin—unless you happen to be flying first class on Emirates, that is

Meet the Diving Instructor Who Gets Hugs From His Friend the Shark

Seven years ago, diving instructor Rick Anderson, who lives in Port Macquarie, Australia, bonded with a young female Port Jackson shark. Since then? They've been the bets of pals

Bali Day of Silence where the entire island comes to a standstill

Most festivals are notable for their rowdy and raucous celebrations, but one holiday flies in the face of this. Doc Holiday reveals what you can expect

The truth behind 'the greatest human adventure of all time'

The Disney movie Moana holds special significance for Hawaii's voyaging heritage

Winter storms, computer glitch bring travel alerts for fliers

Travel alerts posted late Sunday evening cover a wide variety of affected cities

A Return to Guadeloupe: Tropical Life, French-Style

A food traveler went back to the Caribbean island amid growing recognition for its cuisine. That wasn’t the only draw

Tour Maryland's new MGM National Harbor

The new casino resort boasts celebrities, local connections and intimate surroundings

Is this New York's best-looking hotel?

It's true what they say about Downtown: the lights are brighter there. The eponymous Petula Clark chart-topper may in fact have been written about Midtown Manhattan

On the trail of Jackie: from New England hideaways to private Greek islands

On the day that the planet witnesses yet another changing of the American presidential guard, it seems appropriate that a film about one of the most famous former residents of the White House should slip into play

Carnival Corp. Signs Agreement to Build New Princess and Holland America Cruise Ships

Holland America Line and Princess Cruises are set to receive brand-new vessels, under a ship-building agreement signed between Italian shipyard Fincantieri and Carnival Corporation

This Artist's Dazzling Travel Journals Will Inspire Your Next Trip

Some travelers document their trips on Instagram or Snapchat, but not Dina Brodsky. The New York City-based artist has a delightfully old school way of charting her journeys: the humble sketchbook journal

'I literally wanted to die': Woman claims she was bitten by hundreds of bed bugs at Atlantis resort

A Florida woman filed a lawsuit against the Atlantis Paradise Resort in the Bahamas alleging that she woke up covered with crawling bed bugs

Something delicious is cooking in Houston

Do yourself a favor and, for a moment, put aside what you think you know about Houston

A Weekend in Park City, Utah: Where to Eat, Stay, and Play During Sundance

It’s easy to feel a little dizzy in Park City—and not just because the historic mining town turned skier’s paradise is perched high in the Wasatch mountains at an elevation of 7,000 feet

Italy Avalanche: Hotel Rigopiano Destroyed, Up to 30 People Missing

An avalanche buried a ski resort in central Italy early Thursday morning, after four successive magnitude-five earthquakes hit the region earlier that day. The four-star Hotel Rigopiano in the Gran Sasso resort area of the Abruzzo region was in the direct line of the avalanche

Why Parents Should Take Their Kids on More Vacations

New research shows that unscheduled free time can stimulate imagination and creativity, while making kids more self-sufficient

Japan Airlines to launch NYC-Tokyo Haneda flights

Japan Airlines will add nonstop service between New York JFK and Tokyo’s close-to-downtown Haneda Airport, the carrier announced Thursday

The Best Frequent Flier Program of 2017 Is...

One thing we recommend at Traveler is joining a frequent flier program for an airline you take most often—those upgrades to first class won’t happen on their own, after all

Cruising waterways of the czars in surprising, sprawling Russia

Three historic cathedrals, crowned by pristine white towers with golden domes, surround an open square. Hushed crowds of tourists edge their way past the tombs of royal dynasties, craning their necks to see the centuries-old religious art that covers every square foot of the soaring interiors

The US Hostages are Released

On January 20, 1981, Ronald Reagan was inaugurated as the President of the United States. Minutes later, the nation of Iran released 52 hostages they had held for 444 days in captivity

Around the World in Just a Day in Star Street Precinct, Hong Kong’s Most Global Neighborhood

At Elephant Grounds, a hip café with herringbone wood floors in a little corner of Hong Kong known as the Star Street Precinct, I sat on a bar-side stool and enjoyed a latte while listening to a compelling symphony

This (maybe) haunted New York hamlet is a center of the U.S. spiritualist movement

I can admit now that I went — and dragged my long-suffering husband — to the community of Lily Dale in Western New York because I was secretly hoping for a message from the dead

Meet the 28-year-old Who Is the Youngest Person to Travel to All 196 Countries

He visited all 196 countries by the age of 24, covering most countries within five years. Last year, he received a Guinesss World Record for becoming the youngest person in the world to travel to all sovereign countries

Why do airlines keep downgrading our perks?

Want to save money flying one of the 'big three' U.S. airlines? Pack light and don't complain about that middle seat

Morocco's riad hotels: Your own private palace

For a sense of culture and hospitality unavailable in most big hotels, Morocco's riads, palatial homes turned boutique hotels, are unbeatable

Security shortcut 'Clear' coming to 4 busy US airports

Clear lets travelers jump to the head of security queues, using fingerprints and iris scans to confirm a passenger's identity

12 Incredible Hostels Every Traveler Should Visit In A Lifetime

You travel on a budget, but you’ve abandoned grimy, noisy hostels for the cheapest of Airbnb stays. Or maybe you’ve always assumed hostels are dark, sad places packed with sweaty backpackers, and skip them altogether

Next Royal Caribbean Oasis-Class Cruise Ship To Be Named Symphony of the Seas?

Cruisers loyal to Royal Caribbean are always on the lookout for the next ship name announcement

What the world really wants to know about America

The US is firmly under the spotlight today, with Donald Trump - TV personality turned 45th President - entering the White House. But what does the rest of the (English-speaking) world really think of America

No cars, ATMs or other tourists - welcome to the 4,000 Islands of Laos

As I swing in a hammock on Don Daeng island, overlooking the Mekong river, the rather poetic name given to this patch of Laos seems apt: Si Phan Don, or 4,000 Islands

Hiking in a Forest Born Out of Mount Fuji’s Lava

A thick forest thrives on hardened lava that once flowed down Mount Fuji’s northwestern flank into lakes that reflect the volcano’s snow-capped cone like rippling mirrors

Could these new planes be the end of jet lag?

The Boeing 787 and Airbus A350 create a more comfortable cabin environment for passengers

MSC Cruises Breaks Ground on New Private Island in Bahamas

MSC Cruises broke ground for its newest private island, Ocean Cay, on January 15. Located just south of the Bahamas, Ocean Cay will be a port stop that's exclusive for MSC passengers

Why Ryan Gosling, Jennifer Lawrence, and More Are Spending Time in Budapest

When Hollywood meets Hungary. Even if you haven’t been to Budapest, there’s a good chance you've seen it in a movie

Edgar Allan Poe is Born

Edgar Allen Poe was born on January 19, 1809 in Boston, Massachusetts as the son of theatrical actors. Both parents died before he was three years old, events which very likely colored his young sensibilities and provided an almost neurotic obsession with death

Neil Patrick Harris on Travel, From Sandcastles to Subways

For many actors, a life of constant travel is part of the job, but for the actor Neil Patrick Harris, 43, who lives in New York City, frequent work-related trips generally aren’t the norm

11 hotels favored by U.S. presidents

600 Pennsylvania Avenue might be home base for the POTUS, but when you’re the leader of the free world, you’re bound to spend a lot of time traveling, too

How to make your plane journey shorter

Aviation enthusiasts celebrate 21 January because it was the date in 1976 when Concorde first flew paying passengers: on British Airways to Bahrain, and on Air France to Rio. The supersonic jet was grounded over 12 years ago, and replacements remain firmly on the drawing board

Living the high life in Amsterdam

Over the past decade, the capital of the Netherlands has undergone a major makeover in an effort to leave behind its racy reputation in favour of five-star hotels, exciting exhibits and a host of homages to its history

What the Japanese are really like on holiday

A bus stops in front of a historic London monument. The door slides open, a pack of neatly-dressed tourists pour off in single file and the next five minutes pass in a frenzied photographic shoot

Seabourn Ovation Cruise Ship Opens for Bookings

On the heels of Seabourn Encore's christening, Seabourn has opened bookings for sister ship Seabourn Ovation, which debuts spring 2018. The 600-passenger luxury cruise ship will spend its maiden season in Europe

This Magical Library Hotel Is A Book Lover's Dream Come True

If you tend to spend your vacations reading, then this is the spot for you. The Literary Man hotel in Óbidos, Portugal is home to about 50,000 books and counting, a manager told The Huffington Post

India's ancient engineering marvel

This unique architectural idea was medieval India's ingenious answer to perennial water shortage

These are most annoying airplane passengers, according to Expedia

Annoyed by your seatmate? You're not alone

15 places to celebrate Lunar New Year

From spectacular fireworks displays to all-night techno parties, here are 15 ways to welcome in the Year of the Rooster

52 Places to Go: Madagascar

Madagascar is known for its abundant and diverse wildlife. Have a close encounter with some lemurs, who exist only in Madagascar and the surrounding islands

25 coolest places in the USA to visit with kids

Family vacations are a great opportunity to escape the city and explore national parks, museums and other historic sites with the kids

PampO Cruises Partners with Virgin Atlantic for Adonia's Winter 2017-2018 Caribbean Fly-Cruise Programme

PampO Cruises has partnered with Virgin Atlantic to offer flights -- departing from London Heathrow or Manchester airport -- as part of Adonia's winter 2017-2018 Caribbean fly-cruise programme

Malaysia Airlines Search Suspended After 3 Years and $135 Million

The longest hunt for a missing aircraft in modern aviation history was called off after it failed to produce any results

Eastern Airlines Ceases Business

The 1980's were not kind to the legacy airlines. Deregulation brought onto the market a number of upstart airlines such as People Express. Legacy airlines like Eastern Airlines suddenly faced competition from the first wave of so-called "no-frills" carriers

Thousands of people flew Allegiant thinking their planes wouldn't fail. They were wrong.

The budget carrier Allegian's planes are four times as likely to fail during flight as those operated by other major U.S. airlines

10 of the best foodie experiences in Europe

From a chef's tour of Paris to the new Cornish pasty heritage centre, these mouth-watering trips across Europe are worth savouring

Why Alexandria, VA, Is Way More Than Just a Suburb of DC

Whether it’s for the inauguration or the Women’s March on Washington, tens of thousands of people will be descending on the Washington, D.C. area this weekend

Turkish Cargo Jet Crashes in Kyrgyzstan, Dozens Dead

At least 37 people are dead after an ACT Airlines Boeing 747 crashed while attempting to land at Kyrgyzstan's Manas International Airport

These Are the New Planes Coming in 2017

Everyone is moving forward in 2017—including airplane manufacturers. Across the board, all major manufacturers are planning on unveiling new jets over the next 12 months

Unique wine cruise destinations draw in a younger crowd

Pick a region anywhere in the world, and there's a wine cruise to celebrate it. Oui, France remains the epicenter of wine tourism, but cruise lines are developing new itineraries to please the palate of travelers

Comparing Universal Orlando's five hotel choices

Planning a visit to Orlando's Universal Studios? Whether you are coming for the new Harry Potter experience, to ride on a thrilling Transformer ride, see the

Ultra-luxury The Penthouse hotel opens in New Zealand

This new ultra-luxury pad for the well-heeled holiday-maker will separate the high net worth individual from the ridiculously high net worth individual

A perfect mix of wine and pleasure along the Rhine

On an excursion into the vineyards of Alsace, there's a perfect combination of information and pleasure

Harriet Tubman National Historical Park becomes reality

New York lawmakers and federal parks officials are gathering in Washington, D.C. to formally establish the Harriet Tubman National Historical Park in New York

Say yes to a destination wedding

Wet sand suctions my feet as I walk towards the setting Puerto Vallarta sun, each step a little nearer to matrimonial bliss. Elbow to elbow with my dad, we move through a pagoda made of palm fronds and flowers

15 of the world's happiest places

Whether it be luxuriating in nature, savoring a meal, or taking in a stadium game, here are 15 mood-lifting destinations that'll help you get your groove back

17 Best Things to Do in Kerala, India

At the southern tip of India, the State of Kerala is generally not on the top of the list for first-timers to this vast country, but it is growing in popularity for good reason

Viking Ocean Cruises Announces Brand-New Itineraries Set to Roll Out in 2017, 2018 and 2019

Viking Ocean Cruises has announced a series of 13 new itineraries -- set to roll out in 2017, 2018 and 2019 -- ranging from eight- to 23-day sailings departing from major ports

Chinese New Year - and what happens when 1.4 billion people go on holiday at the same time

If you thought the swell of traffic that ebbs across the UK each bank holiday weekend was daunting, imagine how the Chinese feel over their New Year

Benjamin Franklin Born

On this day in 1706, American statesman, inventor, author, printer, satirist, politician, and diplomat Benjamin Franklin was born. Franklin invented the lightning rod, bifocals, the Franklin stove, and a variety of other devices, including the forerunner of the car odometer

36 Hours in Charleston, S.C.

The belle of South Carolina, with its cobblestone streets and complex history, has become a cultural hotbed and gastro-magnet

The sexiest ship at sea? Top designer goes curvy with Seabourn Encore

Call it the Marilyn Monroe of luxury cruise ships. The interior of luxury line Seabourn's new Seabourn Encore is all curves

Yosemite's ski and snowboarding area is opening but getting there could be dicey

Earlier storms brought flooding to the national park. Now snow and rockfalls are making it tough to drive to the popular Valley

The challenge of vacationing as a freelancer

It is 12:20 p.m., according to my laptop, but it is dark outside. I am somewhere over the Pacific Ocean, past Hawaii, not yet at the International Date Line

This Paris hotel is every Millennial's worst nightmare - it wants you to mingle with other guests

What’s in a name? In the case of C.O.Q, the answer is a whole philosophy packaged (a little awkwardly) into three letters

The 300 best holidays in Europe for 2017

What better way to beat Blue Monday (the most depressing day of the year, apparently) than by sorting out your next holiday?

Viking Reveals First Cruises From Sydney, Auckland, Bali on Viking Spirit

Another new-to-Australia cruise line, Viking Ocean Cruises, has released 13 new itineraries for 2017, 2018 and 2019. As hinted by Cruise Critic almost a year ago, the inaugural local season will see departures from Sydney to Auckland or the reverse from December 2018 to February 2019

Where To Try 8 Awesome Adventure Sports On Your Caribbean Vacation

If your idea of a great vacation involves adventure, adrenaline, and taking a break from the ordinary, then the Caribbean islands are calling your name

Violent brawl aboard Middle Eastern Airways flight prompts emergency landing

A fist fight between two men on a plane flying to London forced the pilot to make an emergency landing in Istanbul

Nights on ice in Sweden's Arctic wonderland

The new open-all-year ice hotel is the base for exploring the dramatic, snowy beauty of the frozen north

The Essential Thailand: A Guide to Bangkok, Chiang Mai, and Phuket

Everything you need for the perfect Southeast Asia adventure: What to do, where to stay, and how to get around

Exploring Austria like a local in delightful towns unfamiliar to most American tourists

Vienna has its traditional cafes, opulent palaces and venues for its legendary classical-music scene. Salzburg attracts a crowd with all those churches and castles

Why You Should Take a Sake Bath in Japan

When we heard about a castle in Italy offering wine-inspired spa treatments, we pretty much thought we were in heaven—hello booze, castles, and spas. But a few spots in Japan may have just kicked it up a notch by offering relaxing baths made of sake, or rice wine

This Airplane Seat Manufacturer Thinks It Can Make the Middle Seat Better

If you’re fed up with waiting behind a line of people on the plane trying to squeeze their bags and coats in crowded overhead bins before you can get to your own seat, Colorado-based Molon Labe Seating believes it has solved the boarding traffic jam

The 18th Amendment to the US Constitution Ratified

On this day in 1920, the 18th Amendment to the US Constitution went into effect, initiating Prohibition. The new law forbade the sale, manufacture, transportation and consumption of alcohol throughout the United States

Soaking in Luxury in Historic Bath, England

In a city that has attracted visitors to its mineral-rich thermal baths since Roman times, the opening of the first hotel with its own natural thermal spa on site was a major event

Spectacular new symphony hall opens in Hamburg

After nearly a decade of anticipation, the stunning attraction officially opens its doors this week

Where to go in Wicker Park and Bucktown, a different side of Chicago

Only a few minutes transit from O'Hare, Wicker Park and Bucktown's uniquely beguiling streetscape is quickly becoming one of the city's tourist gems

A 28-year-old worth $54m and now travelling the world reveals why he hasn't spent a penny

In 2014, Snapchat acquired Scan, a company cofounded by Utah native Garrett Gee and two friends, for $54 million. Scan's technology is the basis of Snapcode

The truth about oxygen masks on planes

You’ve heard the spiel so many times you could probably recite it by heart. “In the unlikely event of a sudden loss of cabin pressure, oxygen masks will drop down from the panel above your head… Secure your own mask before helping others."

Disney Cruise Line Adds 15 Star Wars Day at Sea Sailings In 2018

Get your light sabers ready: Disney Cruise Line is adding 15 Star Wars Day at Sea sailings on Disney Fantasy in 2018

17 Epic Places You Never Thought To Travel, But Should

Paris? Been there. London? Done that. No offense to those storied standbys, but 2017 is a time to break out of your travel bubble and try someplace you’ve never thought to visit before

A surreal synchronised wave of light

Although there are about 2,000 species of fireflies in the world, synchronous fireflies – ones that can coordinate their flash patterns – exist in just a handful of places on Earth

Passenger sues Qantas over broken inflight entertainment system

A disgruntled passenger is demanding Quantas Airways fork over $74 after claiming he was forced to sit through a 10-hour flight without the use of a backseat entertainment system, reports The Telegraph

Is this the end for France's coolest ski resort?

One of Europe's leading off-piste ski destinations is facing a fight to preserve its soul

You still have to pay for your bags, but at least the Wi-Fi is free

New York-based JetBlue announced Wednesday that it is offering free Wi-Fi on all its flights. The service, called Fly-Fi, allows passengers to stream video and use multiple devices whether on the ground or in the air

The Distillery, Notting Hill, London: hotel review

With 100 gins on the menu, in-room cocktails and the chance to join a three-hour tasting, don’t expect a stay at London’s first gin hotel to be hangover free. At least it’s not far to stagger to bed

How Italy's Monuments Are Getting a Makeover

Some of the country’s most iconic sights have been restored—and not by the usual suspects

Cruise into tiny port towns in the Greek Cyclades

SeaDream Yacht Club has an unusual, extended cruise itinerary in the Greek Cyclades

Five Places to Go in Montreal

Visitors to the Petite-Patrie neighborhood northwest of Montreal’s city center previously had little reason to venture beyond the Marché Jean-Talon, a popular food market stocked with local bounty

United: Final Boeing 747 flight will come by end of 2017

United Airlines is accelerating the retirement of its Boeing 747 jumbo jets, saying its last flight on the “Queen of the Skies” will now come this year. Previously, United said its 747s would be phased out by the end of 2018

An expert explains how airports can stop shootings like Fort Lauderdale

For the loved ones of the five people gunned down at Fort Lauderdale airport, 6 January 2017 will be the most painful of dates

The 50 best art, food and culture holidays for 2017

Culture is at the heart of any destination. So whether it’s sampling prosecco and learning how to make tortellini in the foothills of the Dolomites or watching the Hamburg Philharmonic State Orchestra

Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic Will Cruise French Polynesia

Beginning in March 2018, Lindblad Expeditions' National Geographic Orion will sail a variety of one- and two-week itineraries to the South Pacific and French Polynesia, with stops in Fiji, the Cook Islands, Easter Island and more

The 5 Most Extravagant Hotel Experiences In The World

Talk about #travelgoals. From your own personal submarine to on-demand fireworks, we’ve rounded up the world’s most over-the-top hotel experiences

Environmentalists slam Nickelodeon's proposed underwater theme park

SpongeBob Squarepants may live in a pineapple under the sea but environmentalists in the Philippines are fighting to keep the beloved cartoon out of their oceans

Surf, Sambal, and Safari: The Insider's Guide to Sri Lanka

Truly great destinations have a well-roundedness that’s rare, like the annoyingly gifted straight-A student who’s also a star athlete, visionary artist, and genuinely likable human being

A 'Golden Girls' Cafe Is Opening in NYC

Fans of the sharp-tongued Golden Girls should start packing their bags for New York City: A cafe dedicated entirely to the long-running, much-loved TV show is set to open in Manhattan's Washington Heights

Russia Might Ban Cigarettes for Everyone Born After 2014

Russia is considering major steps to make sure its citizens do not become smokers. The Russian Health Ministry this week proposed a ban on selling cigarettes to people born after 2014

22 cool new hotels for your wishlist

Opening late 2017. Bricks and mortar are so last century. These days, tents are at the cutting edge of the luxury accommodation scene

Six of the Best: European river cruises

Explore gorgeous Bavarian towns off the beaten track and culinary excursions led by chefs

You Can Buy Carrie Fisher's Passport

After Carrie Fisher's death on December 27, 2016, at the age of 60, fans, peers, and family of the actress, author, mental health advocate, and humorist, mourned her, and remembered her many roles

The First Woman Elected to the US Senate

On January 12, 1932, the state of Arkansas elected Hattie Ophelia Wyatt Caraway in a special election to the United States Senate, making her the first woman elected to the Senate

How to Take Great Vacation Photos

You could lose the souvenirs you buy when you go on vacation, but the pictures you take from your trips will last forever, says the travel photographer Natalie Amrossi

Affordable Fitness Getaways in January

After the feasting and revelry of the holidays, attention in January often turns to fitness and health. Domestic and international hotels have designed packages with spa treatments, fitness classes and eating cleanses to help travelers detoxify

Underwater artwork delights Florida scuba divers

It’s not every day you get to flipper-kick your way through the staterooms of a sunken ship and gaze at artwork while you’re at it

The secret codes pilots use to navigate

Pilots swear by these five-letter words - but as technology improves, could the secret language of aviation disappear?

Europe's 28 best hidden seaside resorts

Our 29 favourite European seaside resorts largely undiscovered by British holidaymakers

Cunard Line Increases Specialty Dining Cover Charges Across Three Cruise Ships

Cunard has rolled out price increases across its specialty dining venues on all three ships, with the line's Verandah restaurants seeing substantial price hikes

The ultimate guide to Kowloon, Hong Kong's 'dark' side

A quick ride across the harbor from Hong Kong Island, Kowloon is home to some of the city's best hiking and dining

Meditation, Monks, and Mountain Zen: What It's Like to Stay at a Traditional Buddhist Temple in Japan

About 80 minutes south of Osaka by the limited-express Nankai Koya train is Koyasan, a place considered to be one of Japan’s most sacred sites

Berlin's neo-baroque library: a tribute to books, bullets and design

More than 100 years of history are on show in this listed, refurbished library in north Berlin - which has been a pool, a restaurant and a cinema

Away Luggage's 'Pack Your Bag' Campaign Fills Your Suitcase With Designer Goods

We’re just going to say it: Away luggage is killing it when it comes to making packing chic and easy. While their sleek carry-on suitcases already come with a removable battery and two USB ports, now they’ll also come fully packed with designer clothes and travel essentials

These Adorable Animals Are Helping Australia's Tourism

Australia is home to some of the world's cutest creatures, from koalas to kangaroos. And they make for more than a cute photo

Skiing Lutsen, the Midwest answer to Aspen

Making the best of low elevations and short runs, Midwestern skiers become masters of the chairlift. Not that this is a bad thing

Kennedy Space Center aims to attract 'Mars Generation'

New attractions and enhancements at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex this year are designed to be a draw for the "Mars Generation," said Therrin Protze, chief operating officer

Cruising through Norway's stunning Vega archipelago

n the upstairs room of a repurposed wooden boatshed – the only one in the row not painted unoxygenated blood red – a young woman wearing a knitted blue

The First Clinical Use of Insulin

In 1889, a Polish physician, Oscar Minkowski, removed the pancreas from a healthy dog and noted that the animal suffered an immediate rise in blood sugar

American Airlines uniform row heats up as maker lashes back

The company that makes American Airlines’ new uniforms is speaking out for the first time regarding complaints by flight attendants that the outfits are making them sick

How to Navigate New Airline Carry-On Rules

It’s the first year that United Airlines will be offering “basic economy” fares — the lowest prices on a particular flight, but with notable restrictions such as

New RV trend: Lightweight camper trailers

With gas prices remaining near-historic lows, the economy on the rebound for many households, and interest rates near rock bottom, millions of Americans this year will be hitting the road this year in new RVs

The brand new Iceland hotel that has style you'll want to steal

Warning: a stay in the Canopy by Hilton hotel in Reykjavik may drive you mad. For me, it began with the cleverly designed hotel lobby

More places in Italy you never thought to visit (but really should)

It's popular with Italians, but - as Telegraph Travel's Andrew Purvis discovered after a holiday there - very few Britons have discovered the forgotten stretch of coast between Pisa

New BBC TV Channel Launches Exclusively on PampO Cruises and Cunard Ships

Passengers on PampO Cruises and Cunard Line will be the first to enjoy BBC TV content with the launch of a new BBC channel exclusively for ships -- BBC HD

Europe's first underwater museum opens off Lanzarote

Museo Atlántico will be inaugurated on 10 January as artist Jason deCaires Taylor completes his monumental underwater sculpture work, featuring more than 300 life-size human figures. All photographs: Jason deCaires Taylor and CACT Lanzarote

The mysterious masked women of Iran

The face mask worn by many Bandari women is probably the most striking of all their unusual attire

Cruise passengers sue Royal Caribbean over Jamaican bus ride excursion gone wrong

It wasn’t exactly smooth sailing for a group of Royal Caribbean passengers and now they’re suing the cruise line for an excursion that turned deadly for one traveler

The best new luxury safaris for 2017

Searching for Africa's wild heart is one of travel's most magical experiences. But being stuck in a 4x4 convoy while scanning the horizon for a distant lion can take the sheen off somewhat

Subway Strike Brings London to Standstill, Strands Millions

London has been gripped by a 24-hour strike by staff on the Tube over job cuts and ticket-office closures

What to Do If Your Cruise Gets Canceled

Your dream cruise has been canceled—here's what to know about cruise cancellation policies

Auckland tips: Where to eat, shop, play and unwind

As a fashion writer who’s done the rounds of Paris, Milan, New York and beyond, I’d challenge any fashion city to trump NZFW’s location overlooking the sparkling Viaduct Harbour where the yachts are bobbing

Meet Rose, the Sassy New Bot Concierge in Las Vegas

As more hotels adopt virtual concierge apps to meet guest needs, The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas has taken it a step further by creating a uniquely designed robot concierge with a distinct personality

The London Underground

On January 10, 1863, the London Underground became the first underground rail system in the world. In 1890, the world's first electric trains began operation at the Underground

10 cool new theme park developments in the works

Each November, the people that operate theme parks, create rides, and others engaged in the serious business of fun gather in Orlando for a massive trade show

What it's really like to fly by private jet

Somewhere between 18-hour delays and contorting your limbs into a seat you know is too small for you, all travellers, even the most die-hard backpackers, have wondered what it would be like to travel by private jet

10 reasons to visit Berlin in 2017

The Berlin terror attack shouldn't deter visitors, says our expert to the city. Here are 10 reasons to visit in 2017

Port Everglades Cruise Ships Delayed After Shootings at Fort Lauderdale Airport

Five of six cruise ships scheduled to depart from Port Everglades yesterday were delayed, after a shooting on Friday at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood airport that killed five people and seriously injured six. The time changes were posted on Broward County's vessel traffic site

Top 10 new museum openings in 2017

History, art and design will be celebrated in their many forms, and disciplines, at new institutions from Paris to Los Angeles and London to Cape Town

Suspect Charged In Shooting Death Of 5 People At Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Airport

The U.S. Attorney has issued several charges against 26-year-old Esteban Santiago for carrying out the deadly shooting. Maximum penalty is possible death sentence

9 Reasons You Need to Visit Mongolia in 2017

Travelers often overlook Mongolia for its bustling neighbors, China and Russia. But in Mongolia—one of the world’s most sparsely populated countries—by venturing into the wild with epic horse rides through the valleys, climbing up to Buddhist villages and temples

At the Grand Canyon, a cancer survivor rises to the challenge of a rim-to-rim-to-rim hike

A survivor marks her "cancer graduation" by attempting to go from the South Rim to the North Rim and back

A Long Weekend in Cornwall, England—Pets Included

Contributor Amanda Brooks spent a weekend writing, eating, and hiking with her dog Ginger along England's southern coast

How to ensure your cruise holiday is carefree

We all love a carefree holiday – so come venture into the “forbidden zone” of things you don’t see in cruise brochures to ensure your carefree holiday really is free of cares

'Hidden' hotel resort fees come under fire in FTC report

Long a thorn in the side of travelers, the practice of hotels charging nebulous "resort fees" has once again come under scrutiny from the government. On Thursday, the Federal Trade Commission’s Bureau of Economics released a report on resort fees which broke down how hotels

Luxury chalet of the week: Chalet Oscar, Megève

Located on the edge of the swanky French resort of Megève, Chalet Oscar is a luxury retreat away from the masses

This Tour Company Will Make A Nature Documentary Out of Your Next Vacation

Grab three friends and hit the tundra, savannah, or rainforest along with a fully-equipped camera crew

Threats Remain to This Ancient Archeological Site in Iraq

The extremist organization known as the Islamic State group no longer occupies the archeological site of Nimrud, Iraq, but the city and its treasures remain in danger as looters continue to ransack its artifacts, according to a special report by the Associated Press

The RMS Queen Elizabeth Burns and Sinks

The Cunard Line, then known as the Cunard White Star Line launched the RMS Queen Elizabeth in 1938. Named for Queen Elizabeth (not the current Queen but her mother) the RMS Queen Elizabeth was the largest passenger liner ever built, a record she held for 56 years

6 LGBTQ events worth traveling for in 2017

From Miami to Sydney, there's no shortage of travel-worthy LGBTQ events to choose from in 2017

36 Hours in Ottawa

Ottawa gears up for its 150th birthday bash this year, with exhibits, galleries and a thriving food scene

Is your state's driver's license TSA compliant?

The Transportation Security Administration posts airport signs to warn travelers about ID rules

The hottest and hautest new hotels for 2017

With so many outstanding hotels opening around the world this year, the question travellers face may not be so much 'where to go,' but rather, 'where to stay'

These are the world's best boutique hotels

From treehouses to soundtracks curated by a former editor of NME, here's an exclusive look at the winners of boutique experts Mr

Ilha de Mocambique: The tiny island paradise that time forgot

In a remote fishing village in northern Mozambique, there is a time machine. It is a prosaic affair, a low-slung bridge snaking for two miles over the Indian Ocean to a vision of 16th-century Africa

Carnival Cruise Line Expands Staggered Embarkation in 2017

Carnival Cruise Line is expanding its staggered check-in program, where passengers receive an assigned time to board, through 2017. Between January and April, six more home ports will implement the embarkation procedure

Here Are The Great American Road Trips You Need To Take Before You Die

There’s no doubt that international travel is glorious. But sometimes we’re so eager to go abroad that we forget to be tourists in our own country. Why not explore the beauty in your own backyard by taking to the open road?

A rare sighting of the Milky Way

Due to increased amounts of light pollution, Iceland is one of the few countries left in Europe where it can still easily be seen

SeaWorld announces death of Tilikum, killer whale featured in movie 'Blackfish'

Tilikum, a killer whale that was profiled in the documentary "Blackfish" that helped sway popular opinion against keeping orcas in captivity at SeaWorld parks, has died SeaWorld officials confirmed Friday

This Social Media Account Takes the Pain Out of Travel Stress

The Transportation Security Administration’s Instagram account, @tsa, has become the season’s most unlikely viral hit. The social media manager, Curtis Burns

Why It Seems Like the World Goes Silent When It Snows

You're not imagining it. The world really does quiet down when it snows

Want Hopeful Signs From 2016? Look to Some of Its Aggravations

Looking for a way to end 2016 on a hopeful note? So was I when I went back through the columns I had written this year about the consumer issues that confused or annoyed me most

The giant is on the move: World's largest cruise ship begins new itinerary

San Juan is the latest destination for Royal Caribbean's 226,963-ton Harmony of the Seas

Theodore Roosevelt Dies

On this day in 1919, the 26th President of the United States died. Theodore "Teddy" Roosevelt was a larger-than-life figure whose accomplishments spanned exploration, conservation, science, sports, the military, and politics

France’s ‘Right to Disconnect’ and 4 Other Countries Trying to Improve Work-life Balance

French companies with more than 50 workers have been required to guarantee employees a “right to disconnect” from their emails outside office hours, to reduce stress and improve their work-life balance in a new law that came into effect on Jan. 1

‘Delicious Disney’ to bring park chefs together for incredible dinner series

Walt Disney World Resort chefs will storytell with food as a part of a fairly new dinner series, “Delicious Disney,” this year

Checklist: 23 things you must do before you head off on a trip

Day 1, day 2, etc. Where are you going to be, what are you going to do and where are you going to spend the night?

Traveling mother 'humiliated' after Heathrow security agents toss five days' worth of breast milk

A new mother says she was banned from traveling with ten bags of pumped milk

All Leisure Holidays stops trading

Holiday firm All Leisure Group stops trading leaving 150 people out of work and holidaymakers stranded

Spiritual Sedona: the Arizona town bursting with positive vibes

America’s new-age capital is brimming with tours, classes and shops offering spiritual healing, but its most uplifting aspect is its dramatic setting amid rust-coloured mesas and buttes

Third MasterChef Cruise Revealed

For a third year, MasterChef fans can sail with their favorite stars for a week of culinary competition

Why “Transformative Travel” Will Be the Travel Trend of 2017

Because vacation should be about more than just how many Instagram likes you get

21 bars with the world's most incredible views

Instead of working up a thirst sightseeing, drink in both booze and views at bars that look out at the world's most amazing sites

Budapest's baths building buzz: Taking a dip in Hungary's history

For the harried business traveller - or anyone else who could use a respite - an escape to one of the city's seven public thermal baths provides a soothing glimpse into the city's history

20 charming hotels for a British city break

From vibrant London to rarefied Oxford and Cambridge, U.K. cities offer great variety for visitors

Hotels and Resorts to Travel to in 2017

Sometimes a hotel is just a place to sleep. Other times, it’s a destination. The following hotel openings, scheduled from late 2016 to late 2017, belong to the latter category: worthy of trips in their own right

Barbados, from Coast to Coast in Photos

Its high-society heyday may be over, but the Caribbean island once dubbed "Little England" still attracts thousands of visitors a year for its rich history, Bajan cuisine, and world-class surf spots

The First Female Governor

On this day in 1925, Wyoming seated Nellie Tayloe Ross as the governor of the state, making Ross the first woman to serve as governor of a U.S. state. She was elected in a special election following the death of William Ross, her husband and the Governor she succeeded

They Maintain a Hotel’s Patina of Opulence

Brayan De La Cruz swirled a cloth along the inside rim of a $260 cobalt blue champagne flute. He raised it to the fluorescent lights overhead, and squinted up at it

Five myths about hotel room service

Few things seem better suited to serve a jet-lagged traveler than a freshly delivered breakfast tray or a late-night sandwich

Carmelo, Uruguay: A refreshingly relaxed slice of wine tourism

Despite its growing status as a top wine destination, the dusty old town of Carmelo, Uruguay, is virtually deserted – which makes it a perfect place to relax, with a glass always in reach

The millennials going travelling with their laptops and earning money from anywhere in the world

A new year means a new start – and that means it could be time for you to take the plunge and try a “workation”

France summer holidays guide

Planning a holiday to France? Read our guide to the best regions, including expert advice on where to go on the Côte-d'Azur and Aquitaine Coast, in Provence, Languedoc-Roussillon, Brittany

Carnival Introduces Revolutionary Wearable Cruise Technology at CES

What will the cruise of the future look like? According to Carnival Corporation, it will be as easy as a wave of your wrist

The 10 Best Places To Work Abroad In 2017

Aiming to make some major life moves in 2017? Consider this before you go

48 hours in Port Douglas: where ancient rainforest meets coral sea

A town in Queensland’s far north is a luxurious base for seeing the Daintree and Great Barrier Reef in all their timeless glory

9 free things you can do on a Carnival cruise

Talk to any cruiser, and they’ll tell you their biggest pet peeve is nickel-and-diming

15 hot new hotels to check out in 2017

Whether it's an island escape or an urban retreat, the world's top hotels are tailoring their treats to suit ever more discerning travelers

Healthiest airplane food in the U.S.? Virgin America wins top spot.

When the airline food trolley rumbles down the aisle, you can feel it happening: Your resolve starts to crumble

Tourist Tries to Take Selfie With Crocodile, and It Doesn't End Well

In yet another installment of "tourists behaving badly," a French woman was bitten by a crocodile while trying to take a selfie in Thailand's Khao Yai National Park

New York City Finally Opens the Second Avenue Subway

After a 96-year wait, the Second Avenue Subway in New York City has finally made its debut

4 places to celebrate Carnival in the Caribbean

Carnival is practically synonymous with Rio de Janeiro, but it's also a big deal on Caribbean islands. Here's where to join in the party

A Botched Arrest Foils the King

Charles I was King of England, Scotland, and Ireland in 1642. These were not happy times for the monarchy. A rising Protestant movement and resentment against Charles' belief in the "divine right of kings", along with the levying of taxes without Parliament's consent caused much discontent

5 Warm-Weather Destinations Where No One Will Find You

As winter sets in across the Northern Hemisphere, a good portion of the world is completely oblivious to polar vortexes and icy windchills

The 25 Most Powerful Passports in the World

It’s not just the color of the outside or the number of pages inside, as each country negotiates with others, some passports become more powerful

Will 2017 will be the year of magical travel? With low airfares, a boffo new concept in hotels and bargains, signs point to yes

With positive signs on the horizon for travel in 2017 (good exchange rates, reasonable rental car and hotel rates), here are 18 highs and lows to keep an eye on

What's new at Florida cruise ports in 2017

2016 was a good year for Florida cruise ports as far as shiny new ships are concerned. Just in the last two months, South Florida's Port Everglades and Port

The 11 must-do dining experiences around the world this year

Whatever else 2017 brings, one thing is certain: our appetite for eating our way across the planet shows no signs of being sated

9 of the best new cruise ships launching in 2017

Do you long for the open sea, the wind in your face and the adventure that awaits in exotic ports of call? These new cruise ships launching in 2017 will deliver

10 amazing landscapes in Chile – that you've probably never heard of

Chile has a wealth of beautiful landscapes beyond the iconic regions of Patagonia and Atacama. As the first direct flights from the UK launch, our local writer picks 10 wilderness areas featuring peaks, beaches, hot springs and indigenous villages

Swan Hellenic and Voyages of Discovery Cancel Cruises Scheduled to Depart This Week, Citing Operational Reasons

Swan Hellenic and Voyages of Discovery -- both owned by British-based All Leisure Holidays Group -- have cancelled their first itineraries of 2017, with both lines citing "operational reasons" for the cancellations

The best health and fitness retreats for 2017

Fancy doing yoga in Puglia, or jogging among the clouds and edelweiss in the Alps? We bring you 10 best tried and tested health, fitness and spa breaks to kick-start 2015

2016 was one of the safest years ever for air travel

Despite the high-profile losses of an Egyptair flight in May and a LaMia jet carrying a Brazilian football team in November, 2016 was one of the safest years on record for aviation

Airports, airlines recovering from U.S. Customs computer outage

The outage caused long lines, missed flights and delays for thousands of travelers arriving in the U.S.

An Amsterdam Hotel with Dutch Style and British Cheek

The first two hotels from the Hoxton, both in London, earned the budget-friendly brand a reputation for creating spaces as cool to look at as they are to lounge in

World's Largest Tin of Caviar Premiered at the World's Most Luxurious Hotel

The Burj Al Arab Jumeirah—known already as the world’s most luxurious hotel—set out to gain a Guinness World Record with the world’s largest tub of caviar

The March of Dimes

In the early part of the 20th century, polio killed or paralyzed thousands of Americans. President Franklin D. Roosevelt, himself a victim, founded the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis on January 3, 1938

Fill your new year with beaches, caves and treehouses: 17 destinations for 2017

Here are destinations on five continents that are prime spots for travel as the calendar turns over

Eight Ways to Save on Travel in 2017

Saving on flights, hotels and other aspects of travel is a question of how much you value your time versus hours and energy spent

The 20 most popular hotels in Las Vegas

Las Vegas is one of Expedia’s most popular destinations, and the most in demand hotel there is not a glitzy newcomer to the Strip like the Cromwell

Taking in London from a river cruise down the Thames

The Viking Sea offers a new way to get to London, but there are times when the excitement on the ship is better than the view

A quick guide to Ghent: Where to eat, shop and get a culture fix

There's so much to love about the tiny Belgian city of Ghent, but if you don't want to get stuck in tourist-trap restaurants or overpriced gift shops, you need to know where to go

The best new hotels for 2017

Our guide to the best hotels opening in 2017, from Paris to Phuket

Lindblad Expedition Ship Experiences Engine Trouble, Cruises Canceled

Engine failure on Lindblad Expeditions' National Geographic Orion has forced the ship to cancel a number of its upcoming Antarctica sailings

The 12 Types Of Trips You Should Take In Your Lifetime

To some travelers, “vacation” means laying on a tropical beach or staying in an urban hotel, and there’s nothing wrong with that

NYC's Second Avenue Subway Opens First Stops on January 1

Here's what to do along the Upper East Side's new subway line—if you can pry yourself away from the art-filled stations

The 7 Most Exciting New Airline Routes Coming Next Year

Although not every traveler may abide by the phrase “to infinity and beyond,” it seems like airlines are increasingly keen on going further than ever before

The reason why you always board a plane from the left side

This has become an established convention that goes unquestioned these days but it dates back to the early days of aviation

80-year-old twins complete Appalachian Trail

Hiking the entire 2,190-mile Appalachian Trail, one of the longest footpaths in the world, is an exercise in the outer limits of human will and strength. And usually, left to the youth of the world

5 Spring Break Destinations That Grownups Will Love Too

Do something for yourself by planning an adult spring break. Here are five popular beach spots and their emerging alternatives for 2017

A perfect holiday in Namibia: our expert's ultimate itinerary

I felt my atheism wither and wilt in the heat of the Namib-Naukluft as we chugged through it in a battered old VW Beetle in 1990

Skip the snooze button: 10 good reasons to rise early at these hotels

The days of knocking back cocktails and doing your best rendition of “Call Me Maybe” at the hotel’s karaoke bar until dawn are over

Nixon Enacts National Speed Limit

On January 2, 1974, President Richard M. Nixon signed the Emergency Highway Energy Conservation Act, stipulating a national maximum speed limit

How to Have a Better Flight

It’s no secret that flying these days can be a headache, with long security lines, delays and a growing list of pared-down amenities

Eight Italian castles where you can spend the night

The boot-shaped country is home to some of the most spectacular castles-turned-hotels in the world

These are the hottest hotel openings to look out for in 2017

Searching for luxe in Laos or safari-chic in Sri Lanka? Here are the new properties we're looking out for in 2017

Bahia Bustamante, Patagonia: the eco retreat at the end of the world

What is it about a particular seashell – one among countless millions on the beach – that entices you to pick it up?

Worst Cruise Experience 2016

Not all cruises can be perfect. As we at Cruise Critic wrap up our year in review, we take a look at our worst cruise memory of 2016

Take A Peek Inside Disney's Magical Avatar Theme Park

Leave it to Disney to give fans everywhere a holiday present. The company released a sneak peak of Pandora ― the world of Avatar theme park on Christmas Day, ahead of its summer opening at Disney’s Animal Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida

How to say "Happy New Year" in 11 different languages

As soon as the last seconds of 2016 are over, the world will ring in the New Year with fireworks, champagne toasts, and an emphatic "Happy New Year!...or "Bonne Année!"...or "Gelukkig Nieuwjaar!"

Prince’s former studio and residence in Minnesota now is open as a museum

It’s a windy October day, and my friend Liz and I are shivering in line outside Prince’s 65,000-square-foot recording studio and former residence in Chanhassen, Minn

It's time to air concerns over voice calls on planes

It's time to put an end to any debate or discussion surrounding in-flight voice calls and simply ban them all together. The issue is too important to leave to chance

The 10 Most Uplifting Travel Stories of 2016

Too often, we associate travel with headaches—delayed flights, bad weather, frenzied crowds trying to get the same photo of the Arc de Triomphe. But these stories highlight some of the most wonderful things about travel, from the places we go to the people we go with

36 Hours in Amman, Jordan

Amman is often a pit stop on the way to Petra, but there are enough old and new flavors to keep visitors satisfied for a weekend

Could Harvest Caye be the Caribbean's new cruising hot spot?

There's always been something a little exotic about the idea of a cruise to Belize, a country known for ancient Mayan ruins, lush rain forests and one of the world's most spectacular barrier reefs

Italy summer holiday guide: where to go and the best holidays for 2017

Tuscany and Umbria are by far the most popular destinations for villa holidays, and our online expert destination guides provide comprehensive information on both regions

Best Cruise Surprises of 2016

Admit it: We all read Cruise Critic so we can glean every detail of our sailing before we board. But even with all that research, we still manage to find delightful surprises onboard that sweep away our preconceived notions and occasionally bring a new perspective into our cruising lives

Massacre at Wounded Knee

After years of the United States seizing Native lands and forcing tribes onto reservations, as well as treaty provisions that were never honored, came to a head on December 29, 1890 at Wounded Knee

My Mexico City Is Everyone’s Now

Places that live on in the author’s memories have been wholly transformed as tourists discover her hometown

First look at Key West's new luxury resort

Key West has a new luxury oceanfront resort with the closest U.S.-based marina to Cuba. Oceans Edge Key West Hotel and Marina officially opens on Jan. 12. It covers 20 acres of land on Stock Island, four miles from Old Town

Marriott's Wailea Beach Resort on Maui unveils its $100-million makeover

The resort hotel will unwrap its new look on Christmas Eve. It has had a head-to-toe makeover, from rooms to restaurants and swimming pools

Why we should still travel to Berlin, Nice and Brussels

The Man Who Pays His Way: The best response to a world where hate has a stronger voice than ever is to keep travelling

Italy summer holiday guide: where to go and the best holidays for 2017

Read our insider's guide to summer holidays in Italy, as recommended by Telegraph Travel. Find expert advice on the best regions for food, culture and beaches

Progress on Brisbane

Brisbane's new $100 million cruise ship terminal at the mouth of the Brisbane River will seek approval from State Cabinet in early 2017

The Country Everybody Will Be Visiting In 2017

Chilly Iceland was hot with travelers in 2016, and Thailand had its heyday the year before that. But next year’s hotspot just may trounce them both with its mix of stunning beaches, historic towns, vibrant cities and lush islands

Airline passenger details easy prey for hackers, say researchers

Worldwide system used to coordinate travel bookings between airlines is insecure and easy to exploit, experts reveal

This is the best way to explore America's national parks

You could spend a lifetime trying to cover all of America's remarkable national parks, and still not feel like you've made a dent

20 planes every aviation fan should fly in

A selection of planes from the last 50 years every avgeek should experience at least once in their lives

The Hilton Brooklyn Gets It Right on Luxury—and Brooklyn

No jokes about artisanal pickles, please. These days, saying Brooklyn is "the next big thing" feels like a laugh line—Brooklyn is so mainstream now that it might as well be Manhattan

Niagara Falls Is a Technicolor Dream After $4-million Upgrade

Niagara Falls got a major upgrade at the beginning of December, and these pictures prove it. Nightly lighting of the falls began in 1925, with the formation of the Niagara Falls Illumination Board

Best Cruise Dining 2016

Nom nom nom... one of the best things of a cruise ship vacation is all the delicious meals you try onboard or in port (and the fact you don't have to clean up afterward makes it that much better). As part of our year in review, we at Cruise Critic look back on our best cruise dining experiences of 2016

How to Learn a Language in 15 Minutes a Day

Whether in Europe or Machu Picchu, the experience of travel can be greatly improved by having even just the basics of the native language under your belt. And the locals are sure to appreciate it

World's First Commercial Movie Screened

On the 28th of December in 1895, history was made at a the Salon Indien du Grand Café in Paris. Two French brothers, Louis and Auguste Lumiere, had just developed a projector camera they dubbed the "Cinematographe"

Just Back from Lindblad Expeditions: Is a Short Expedition Cruise for You?

Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic is an expedition cruise line known for its immersive trips to bucket list destinations like the Galapagos and Antarctica

36 Hours in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

With its inventive food scene, excellent beaches and “Night of the Iguana” mystique, the city makes the perfect weekend getaway

Where to travel in 2017: The cities and countries you need to see

Your definitive travel calendar for the year ahead, as compiled by The Independent's travel desk

10 great reasons to visit Madrid in 2017

Our Madrid expert offers a few excuses for a trip to the Spanish capital next year

A Last Minute Guide to New Year's Celebrations Near NYC

As New Year’s draws closer, it’s time to begin planning how you’ll say goodbye to 2016 and hello to 2017. Choose from one of these New Year’s celebrations

At least 12 injured after Indian jetliner veers off runway before takeoff

India's Jet Airways says 12 passengers were injured during an emergency evacuation after one of its planes veered off the runway before taking off on a domestic flight in western India

10 wellness retreats to clear your head for 2017

We can't change the state of the world or our families, but we can change our mindsets

Our favorite holiday tradition: Hotel Christmas

What fun is holiday travel if that's all we ever did during our time off? And so, a new tradition was born. Behold, Hotel Christmas

Rediscovering life's real magic aboard the Disney Wonder

Disney Cruise Line's Disney Wonder moves from Galveston to Port Canaveral in January

PampO Pacific Explorer takes on Southern Cross livery

PampO Cruises newest ship, Pacific Explorer, will proudly be emblazoned with the Southern Cross when it debuts in Sydney in June 2017

Winter Weather Hits the U.S.: Here's What You Need to Know If You're Traveling Today

Because the busy travel season isn't stressful enough, snow, ice, and rain are here to make it even more frustrating

The Grand Opening of Radio City Music Hall

On December 27, 1932, in the midst of the turmoil of the Great Depression, thousands of Americans still turned out for the opening of the Radio City Music Hall in New York City. On its opening day, the Hall held a grand live stage showfeaturing Martha Graham, Doc Rockwell, and Ray Bolger

The Best Travel Tips of 2016, from People Who Do it For a Living

From judging a room service by its blueberry pancakes to finding the best airport stairs, our most experienced travelers share their best advice for the road

Delta Is Changing Its Policy in Response to Black Doctor

Delta has changed its policy for when medical assistance is needed onboard a flight

Royal Caribbean Ovation of the Seas makes Australia debut

While Florida enjoys the spoils of the three largest cruise ships in the world, there's one class of ship from Royal Caribbean that has never called Florida

Emeril Lagasse opening new restaurant in South Walton, Fla.

Heading to the Florida panhandle this spring? Emeril Lagasse plans to open a new restaurant in the Grand Boulevard vacation community in South Walton

The 10 amazing palaces every traveller should visit

Some of the world's greatest palaces aren't just single buildings but entire complexes, encompassing marvellously varied styles and reflecting the power of their former (or present) owners

Bubbly and Beauty in Northern Italy

It’s evening on the Adriatic, and we’re on a terrazza high on a karst cliff over the Gulf of Trieste, holding a glass of Prosecco and watching harbour lights dot the dusk

What are the travel implications of the Berlin Christmas market attack for tourists?

Once again, mass murder has taken place in a great European city. As with the attack in July on the Promenade des Anglais in Nice, in which 86 people died, a celebration has changed in seconds

This airline has the healthiest food

Flying doesn't have to mean stuffing your fast with bad-for-you goods

15 Tweets That Describe The Hilarious Hell Of Holiday Travel

Traveling during the holidays ― especially air travel ― is the ultimate test of patience and stamina

29 Cruise Ships Receive Perfect CDC Scores in 2016

Holland America's Eurodam continued its streak of perfect health ratings from the Centers for Disease Control in 2016, receiving a score of 100 for the 10th consecutive time

Amsterdam: what to see and do in winter

Our Amsterdam expert Rodney Bolt suggests what to see and do in the city this winter

The 20 most popular hotels in Las Vegas

Las Vegas is one of Expedia’s most popular destinations, and the most in demand hotel there is not a glitzy newcomer to the Strip like the Cromwell

Discounts at New Hotels, From Mexico to Orlando

Often to gain traction in a competitive market, new hotels open with attractive rates in their initial season. Grab a deal before the paint dries at the following

Why You Should Give Your Flight Attendant a Gift

Though their technical job description is to be present for fliers' safety, the truth is that flight attendants often step into the roles of nanny, nurse, server, judge, and jury in the sky and receive little or no gratitude in return

The First Gorilla Born in Captivity

On this day in 1956, the Columbus Zoo in Ohio celebrated the birth of the first gorilla born in captivity. The baby, Colo, was 4 pounds and the daughter of two Western Lowland gorillas captured in French Cameroon

Five Places to Go in Gowanus, Brooklyn

Gowanus, a Brooklyn neighborhood tucked between Park Slope and Carroll Gardens, has shed its must-avoid reputation

Unusual items you can get from hotel room service

Many hotels are getting creative when it comes to delivering creature comforts to the room

Lonely Planet's 7 great places to spend New Year's Eve -- that aren't Las Vegas or New York City

Lonely Planet says there are more interesting places to go on New Year’s Eve than party-centric Las Vegas or New York City

Meet the heroes fighting to put a stop to the cruel practice of elephant riding

In Laos, ‘the land of a million elephants’, you can stay at an elephant hospital to learn why it’s high time tourists stopped riding them

10 great reasons to visit New York in 2017

With new restaurants from some big names, chic hotels in unlikely locales, several hi-tech Times Square extravaganzas, and rare retrospectives of great artists and architects, New York City has it going on in 2017

Luxury Cruise Ship Silver Whisper Reveals Refurbishment After Dry Dock

Silversea's Silver Whisper sailed triumphantly into Fort Lauderdale's Port Everglades this morning after a multimillion-dollar renovation

3 Life Lessons Learned in Antarctica

Traveling to Antarctica captures part of your soul and drops you in a majestic, serene, unlivable and harsh world where you are disconnected from everything

Texas woman misses flight to help man with autism through airport

A Texas woman is being celebrated online after posting about a recent encounter with an autistic man while flying through Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport

Get art, fresh salad or a charge from airport vending machines

Stuck at the airport? Instead of constantly refreshing your phone for flight updates, head over to the vending machine — not for packaged cookies or soda; but for fresh salad, cosmetics, or even local artwork

The Best Wine Regions to Visit in 2017

To find out what the world's most coveted wine regions are right now, we spoke to sommeliers around the country about what's on their must-sip list in the new year

Hotel Openings to Watch Out for in 2017

These are some of the hotel openings we're most excited about in the new year

Shifting visa fees can make travel to Vietnam confusing, costly

The prices for a visa to visit Vietnam have been all over the board recently. While things seem to have settled down, it still pays to shop around

The cruise that will change your mind about cruising

Not sure if a cruise is for you? There is actually a cruise for just about everyone as our writer found during a spirit-lifting voyage

Here Are The Travel Destinations Everyone Was Searching For In 2016

If you need some inspiration for how to use your new vacation days come January, 2016’s top trending travel destinations, recently released by Google, are a great place to start

Pan Am Flight 103

On December 21, 1988, Pan Am Flight 103 exploded en route from London to New York in Scotland airspace. All 243 passengers and 16 crew members were killed, as well as 11 of the residents of the town of Lockerbie under the explosion

Just an hour from the busy Bay Area, a laid-back retreat to soothe the soul

Last winter, after a family holiday, my wife and I were returning home through San Francisco and decided to take two days outside the city to de-stress

5 Important Ways Your Passport Will Change in 2017

For many, reading about passport protocol (and upcoming passport changes) can be about as exciting as watching paint dry, especially when there's so much other exciting travel news regarding 2017

Glasgow Airport Has a Robot That Sings Christmas Carols to Travelers

You never know what you're going to encounter at the airport, but chances are no one is expecting a Christmas carol-singing robot. That's exactly what you'll find at Scotland's Glasgow Airport

Berlin Christmas Market Was Target of Terrorist Attack, Angela Merkel Says

Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany said that the Berlin Christmas market where 12 people died Monday night was the target of a terrorist attack

Paradise in 10 minutes: Welcome to the other California

Ten minutes. That's how long it takes for me to decide that Las Ventanas al Paraiso is one of the best hotels I've ever stayed in. And it's three little things that lead me to that conclusion

Five dead seahorses: Just some of the things the TSA Found this year

So what turned up on the Transportation Security Administration's annual list of the most unusual items found at airport checkpoints?

10 of the world's most beautiful ski lodges

From the Swiss Alps to the Canadian Rockies, there's no shortage of beautiful ski lodges to choose from on your next winter getaway

An Old World Christmas in Bratislava, Slovakia

There’s no denying that Bratislava, Slovakia, is a convenient way stop between Vienna, Prague and Budapest, all far larger cities

Uniworld Announces New River Cruise Line for Millennials to Launch in 2018

The luxury river cruise line Uniworld is launching a new brand -- U by Uniworld, designed for ages 18 to 40 -- which will provide a more modern and youthful experience focusing on time spent on shore via longer stays in port

Why do flight attendants dim the lights for takeoff and landing?

It’s one of the mysteries of flying that many passengers have pondered, but seldom bothered to solve: why do flight attendants dim the plane’s lights for takeoff and landing?

These men walked from Mexico to Canada and picked up every piece of trash they saw along the way

Seth Orme and Paul Twedt are on a mission to clear the litter from every major US hiking trail

Drones dazzle at Disney World in a new holiday show

Christmas is in the air - literally - at Disney Springs this holiday season

First look: The Caribbean's newest cruise destination, Harvest Caye

The newly developed, 78-acre island playground will serve as a gateway to Belize

Spotlight on: Hard Rock Hotel Maya Riviera, Mexico

Whether you’re looking for the ultimate relaxation or an activity-filled holiday, the Hard Rock Hotel Maya Riviera is the perfect destination

The Berlin Wall Opens For The First Time

On this day in 1963, communist East Germany and the republic of West Germany came to an agreement to allow the wall between the two halves of the country to be opened

36 Hours in Nairobi, Kenya

Intense traffic, a strong multicultural vibe, big global businesses — and yet you can still feed giraffes and elephants within the city limits

Five myths about travel photography

Taking photos on vacation can be incredibly rewarding but also enormously frustrating

Capital assets: New luxury hotel lands in Ottawa’s Byward Market

The Andaz Ottawa Byward Market brings the brand’s relaxed, up-market, creative-class style to Canada for the first time

This is what it's like to climb Kilimanjaro

The key to reaching the summit of Africa's highest mountain? You have to take it 'pole pole'

10 reasons why you must visit Amsterdam in 2017

With Eurostar's first direct train service to Amsterdam expected in late 2017, next year could be the perfect time to visit

Celebrity Cruises Revamps Ultimate Specialty Dining Packages

Celebrity cruisers who love to splurge on the line's specialty dining venues will notice a new structure for their dining packages in 2017

The 3 Longest Flights In The World Are Not For The Faint Of Heart

If you really hate layovers, these are the flights for you. This week, Qantas announced plans to operate what will become one of the longest flights in the world

Top 10 festive food traditions in Europe

Whether it's cinnamon biscuits in Brussels, potato-anchovy casserole in Stockholm or Christmas pudding with a twist in Copenhagen, there's a wealth of culinary delights on offer at yuletide

Hotel groundbreaking held at JFK Airport's historic TWA Terminal

A groundbreaking has been held for a hotel complex at the historic TWA terminal at New York's Kennedy Airport

15 gifts travelers will actually want

A true traveler wants things that are either necessary or chic -- and with any luck, both. So here's a handful of gifts for every traveler on your list

They aren’t just for backpackers. ‘Poshtels’ boast chic decor and the chance to be social

With a combination of private and shared rooms, these lodgings attempt to attract customers looking for unique experiences

What to Do If Your Holiday Flight Is Delayed

After spending days packing, planning the perfect route to the airport, and making sure you have followed all TSA rules on holiday gifts, you arrive to your gate—only to find out your holiday flight is severely delayed

Carnival Splendor to leave fleet to make way for third Vista-class ship

The folks who run Carnival Cruise Line like their new class of ship so much, they decided to trade in an older model for a third Vista-class ship

How the DOT Will Make Planes More Accessible to People With Disabilities

A long-standing argument over bathroom size and entertainment options finally found resolution

Poor Richard's Almanack

Benjamin Franklin was a statesman, an inventor, a patriot and a founding father of the United States. He was also the author and publisher of Poor Richard's Almanack

Five Places to Go in Pristina

Pristina swims in superlatives. With a population of 200,000, Kosovo’s chief metropolis is also the hub of Europe’s youngest national population; the average age of a Kosovar is 28

What to do if you haven't booked your Christmas flight yet

With Christmas less than two weeks away and New Year’s following on its heels, surely all would-be holiday air travelers have booked their tickets by now. Right?

Once podunk, now posh; Northstar at Lake Tahoe has come up in the downhill world

Thanks to Vail Resorts, the once-average ski area boasts wine bars, a yoga studio, high-end restaurants and, oh, some good skiing too

Male pilots outnumber females by 16 to 1

The flight deck appears to be the last professional bastion of male domination. In the typical UK airline, male pilots outnumber females by 16 to 1 — and at Thomson, Britain's biggest holiday company, the ratio is 33 to 1

The 10 best food and wine holidays in Italy

Our experts pick of the top 10 food and drink holidays in Italy for 2016, including wine tasting, olive harvest and traditional Italian cookery courses, in destinations such as Florence, Sicily, Umbria, Puglia and Liguria

Carrie Underwood to Perform on Carnival Imagination as Part of Carnival LIVE

Following a private performance for military families to kick off Carnival Vista's christening last month, Carrie Underwood has been billed to perform aboard Carnival Imagination as part of Carnival LIVE's 2017 lineup

10 Hotels for New Year

The year is nearly over and 2017 is on the horizon, so whether you’re seeing the New Year in quietly or with a bit of a bang, here are 10 of the Good Hotel Guide’s hotels for New Year

Top 10 places to visit on the Ecuador coast

Air Europa's new flights from Madrid to Guayaquil start on 16 December, making an Ecuador trip much easier. Here, we highlight a coastline of great resorts, as well as tropical forest and wonderful wildlife

Map Reveals Every Country's Tourism Slogan

Countries do a lot of things to market themselves to tourists and one of them is using slogans. Holiday deals website Family Break Finder has collected all of them (except 38 countries that don’t have one) and put them on an interesting map

Texas man asked to leave Six Flags for looking too much like Santa Claus

A bearded, bespectacled Texas man isn’t feeling too jolly after being kicked out of a Six Flags theme park for looking too much like Santa Claus

These New Cruise Ships Are Hitting the Water Soon

The growing popularity of destination-centered voyages has spurred many lines to order new expedition vessels. Here's the latest wave

The Boston Tea Party

Smugglers in Boston were making good money bypassing British tax laws in the late 1700's. But when Britain permitted the East India Company to sell tea to the colonies without paying taxes, the smugglers' livelihood was threatened

The Passport Stamps You Should Get in 2017

Passports are more than just little books that let you cross from one country into another—they also tell stories and carry part of our history as travelers. With this in mind, we polled our office and collected the passport stamps we love the most

The Perfect Weekend in Greenwich, Connecticut

Take a chance on New York’s closest neighbor—it's more than just a tony suburb

Study Finds Airline Pilots May Suffer From Elevated Rates of Depression

Mental health support systems for pilots are limited or surrounded in secrecy

Tips for a first-timer in NYC

As a native New Yorker, a licensed city tour guide and a volunteer Big Apple Greeter, I've answered lots of questions from tourists over the years

With civil war and a tsunami behind it, Sri Lanka's east coast is opening up to tourism

Beside the temple on Swami Rock, amid the heady swirl of colorful deities and burning camphor, one object caught my eye

Brexit has made London a bargain for American travelers

The United Kingdom, especially the expensive-to-visit London, continues to offer great value for travelers after Brexit caused the pound to plummet

12 places to skip the stress of Christmas

Andy Williams may have sung that "It's the most wonderful time of the year," but for many, it's also by far the most stressful

Can't quiet the kids? Best apps for traveling parents

There are few things worse than getting on a plane and discovering a wailing child and a haggard parent sitting next to you

A Dozen Top New and Renewed Hotels in the Northeast for 2016

For a hotel to stay relevant, it must, like a shark, move or die. “Moving” in the lodging world, means constant renovation, or at least cosmetic refreshing

Heavy Fog in Venice Closes Port, Affecting Viking Sea Cruise Ship

Heavy fog in Venice on December 13 forced the port to close, causing vessels -- including the cruise ship Viking Sea -- to make alternate arrangements for embarking and debarking passengers

Five weird and wonderful ways to celebrate New Year's Eve twice

Love New Year's Eve so much you want to do it twice? Here are five places where you can

Go eco in Morocco

Morocco is extravagantly endowed with wildly varied landscapes and natural beauty. These soulful stays put nature centre stage, where she belongs

Why you may visit Albania, not Turkey, on some 2017 cruises

Some cruise lines won’t be stopping in Istanbul and other Turkish ports next year because of safety concerns. Passengers instead will substitute the Greek islands or even Sarande, Albania, on some itineraries

36 Hours in Nairobi, Kenya

Intense traffic, a strong multicultural vibe, big global businesses — and yet you can still feed giraffes and elephants within the city limits

The Premiere of Gone With the Wind

Gone With The Wind premiered in Atlanta, Georgia on December 15, 1939. The film, starring actors Vivien Leigh and Clark Gable, won a total of ten Oscars, a record that stood for more than two decades

On a Japanese Whiskey Tour, Small Batches and Bagpipes

One of the many discoveries I made on my first night in Japan nearly 30 years ago were the vending machines that sold beer. As I walked to my new apartment just hours after landing in Tokyo, I found a machine stocked with different sizes of cans and brands. It was a eureka moment

Disney World: New holiday treats sweeten the season

Lights twinkle year round at Mickey's Florida home, but during the holiday season Walt Disney World positively sparkles. Some of the largest crowds of the year descend on the resort to enjoy its decked halls, Christmas-themed shows, and other holiday hoopla along with the parks' celebrated rides and attractions

The UK's easiest – and hardest – airports to get to

London City airport has jumped to first place in The Independent’s annual survey of transport links to the UK’s leading airports

Christmas in Antarctica: In the footsteps of Scott on an expedition cruise

On Christmas Day 1911, Captain Robert Falcon Scott and his seven companions huddled in tents over a celebratory supper in the wastes of Antarctica

Carnival Cruise Line Tests New Dining Times, Asks Late Passengers to Eat in Buffet

In an effort to streamline its main dining room experience, Carnival Cruise Line is slightly tweaking set-seating dining times on two ships: Carnival Glory and Carnival Conquest

Cardiff, Wales: Like a Local

It might surprise you to learn that about twenty million people a year come to Cardiff. They're typically tourists. They come to see St. John the Baptist

US government considers letting passengers make calls on flights

Last week, the Department of Transportation proposed allowing airlines to decide whether or not passengers could make in-flight calls using Wi-Fi

African safari game drives: 11 essential tips

From when to go to what to see, here's how to get great photos and unforgettable experiences from a safari outing in South Africa's Kruger National Park

5 Cruise Experiences for Volunteer Travel

It's possible to do good and to get a tan at the same time thanks to cruise ships and companies that offer voluntourism opportunities

The Most-searched Travel Destinations in 2016

Google reveals the trending destinations, based on search queries, for 2016

6 ways to keep phone charges low during international travel

It's a sure-fire way to dampen the holiday cheers: Spend a week on a dream vacation abroad, then come back to find an additional several hundred dollars on your

Moorea, where the hotel floor gives you a view to another world

Unless there’s a serious, and ill-advised, change in direction at Sony Pictures, this is as close as I’m ever going to get to playing James Bond

The 20 Best Resorts in Central Florida: Orlando and Beyond

Condé Nast Traveler readers voted in this year's Readers' Choice Awards and let us know their favorite resorts in central Florida. Unsurprisingly, many of them are affiliated with Disney World

St. Lucia's Flood

On December 14th, 1287, an enormous storm tide hit the coast of Germany and the Netherlands

The Best Hotel Loyalty Programs to Sign Up for in 2017

With a straightforward rewards system and a 1,000 point minimum, this hotel loyalty program landed the No. 1 spot for the second year in a row

These are the 17 cities you need to visit in 2017

So many destinations, so little time. For most travellers, it's not a case of if you'll go next year; it's not a case of when you'll go; it's only a question of: where

Seeing 'La La Land' for yourself

On the world stage of dreamy, romantic towns, Los Angeles might get sneered out of the audition room by A-listers like Paris, San Francisco and Venice

Lufthansa flight makes emergency landing at JFK Airport over bomb threat

A Lufthansa Airlines flight from Houston to Frankfort, Germany was forced to make an emergency landing at John F. Kennedy Airport in New York on Monday after a reported bomb threat

This Carry-On Suitcase Is Inspector Gadget's Dream Bag

While vacations can be one of life’s greatest pleasures, packing for them can be another story. But with the right carry-on bag, getting ready for the trip of a lifetime can mean you don’t even have to check any luggage

Cunard to Offer Wine Certification Courses on Queen Mary 2 and Other Cruise Ships

Cunard has partnered with the London-based Wine

Why Zimbabwe should be your next holiday destination

Last month, after years of discussion and a £120 million loan from China, Zimbabwe’s Victoria Falls International Airport was finally opened by President Robert Mugabe

Can you take Christmas crackers, frozen turkeys and cheese on flights?

Cranberry sauce, brandy butter, snow globes and even your precious camembert may be confiscated

Renaissance Montreal Downtown is a surprisingly chic hotel

Downtown Montreal is full of hotels, but most of them lack the atmosphere that visitors are seeking in this cultural hub. This small property – which is owned by Marriott, under their Renaissance brand – brings personal service, good food and a slightly quirky vibe to this corporate quarter

In Sacred Grove in Nigeria, Worship and Connection

The ritual drummers preceded her as she strode down the broad steps toward the Osun shrine, carefully balancing on her head a calabash filled with kola nuts, palm oil and other offerings to the Yoruba gods

Prague's Latest Attraction Is A Floating Wooden Airship

Named Gulliver, the giant zeppelin in Prague is a book lovers dream, doubling as a light-filled reading room inside

6 Holiday Travel Tips to Make Your Trip Less Stressful

Holiday travel can be less stressful? It's not a pipe dream

Cruising in Hawaii: the world's most relaxing family cruise?

Stretching ahead, as far as the eye could see, was a desolate expanse of volcanic rock, broken only by a plume of white smoke rising from a crater into the cloudy sky

The Abdication of Pope Celestine V

Pietro da Morrone became pope of the Catholic Church in 1294. He had become a Benedictine monk a the age of 17, and had adopted an ascetic life, living in a cave on the Mountain of Maiella in south Italy

7 Writers on Their Favorite Bookstores

Geraldine Brooks, Ta-Nehisi Coates, Pamela Paul and others in the literary world reveal their favorite bookstores

Photo tour: The allure of an AmaWaterways river ship

The four-year-old, 164-passenger ship offers comfortable public spaces including a large forward lounge and bar with floor-to-ceiling windows; two eateries, a small spa and a fitness room

Time to set sail: The Globe Guide to Cruises - 2017

From go-karts to zip lines to cruises for the 1% - here is The Globe's look at cruises in 2017

Morocco's best coastal resorts

Beaches might not be the first thing that springs to mind when you think of Morocco, but the North African country boasts miles of beautiful coastline that borders both the Mediterranean and Atlantic seas. Here are some of the best seaside locations and where to stay when you get there

The 10 most glamorous ski resorts on Earth

Palatial chalets, private mountain luxury, gourmet restaurants, sophisticated towns and immaculate slopes

Carnival Raises Bottled Water Prices ... Again

For the second time this year, Carnival Cruise Line has raised its prices for bottled water. In July 2015, the cruise line banned passengers from bringing their own bottles onboard but appeased the masses by offering inexpensive 12-packs for pre-order at a cost of $2.99 each. Cruisers would then find the water waiting in their cabins

17 Experience Gifts That'll Make You Never Want A Regular Gift Again

If you’re feeling uninspired by gift offerings this holiday season, why not give away experiences instead of stuff? We’ve found 17 absolutely incredible experiences across the country that your friends and family will love

Tenerife with a twist: winter sun, plus wildlife and wine

A world away from the Canary Islands' touristy Tenerife, the north offers cloud forests, lava fields, vineyards and friendly towns - and some winter sunbathing, too

9 wacky ways to see Santa Claus this year

Going to see Santa at the mall is so old school. This year, opt for a more unique Santa sighting—one that’s actually fun and active-- whether on a beach, a ski slope, city near home or somewhere you’ve never been

Tanabe, Japan: Where aikido was born

There's no finer place to experience aikido -- and eat some amazing seafood in the process

Brunch Festivals Exist and It's About Time

Our favorite (and the most Instagrammable) meal is finally getting the recognition it deserves

How Airplane Lights are Designed to Affect Your Mood

Airplanes are curious places. From how the toilet flushes when you're 40,000 feet in the air to why those windows have tiny holes in them, there are a lot of questions that pop up when you've got hours to sit in a tight space with nowhere else to go

Walking the Cotswolds: 3,000 miles of curiosities in the English countryside

Swinbrook lies on one of the most fascinating public footpaths through golden limestone villages and sheep pastures

Switzerland opens the world’s longest train tunnel

Switzerland boasts a new attraction with the opening of the longest train tunnel in the world

The First African American Congressman

On December 12, 1870, Joseph Hayne Rainey became the first African American to be elected and serve in the United States House of Representatives

The First African-American Governor

On this day in 1872, Pinckney Benton Stewart Pinchback became the first person of African-American descent to serve as the governor of a U.S. State

36 Hours in Sydney, Australia

Venture past Sydney’s Central Business District to where residents live and play, and you’ll discover that the city’s heart is nowhere near the center of town

Exclusive: First photos of luxury line Seabourn's swanky new ship

The 600-passenger Seabourn Encore will be christened next month in Singapore

Airports told to respect passengers with 'hidden disabilities'

Regulator calls for travellers with 'hidden disabilities' to be able to bypass duty-free

10 incredible south-east Asia holidays that combine sun, sea and cities

Spirited cities, atmospheric temples, remote hill tribes, smouldering volcanoes, verdant rice paddies, vast lakes, nocturnal hikes through noisy rainforests, slow boats down the Mekong River

Another Cruise Line, Pearl Seas, Reveals Cuba Itineraries

The luxury, small-ship operator has revealed it received approval from the Cuban government to begin offering cruises from the U.S. January 2017

Surprising Ways Your Vacation Can Impact The Environment

What happens on vacation stays on vacation, right? Well, if you're talking about the impact of your vacation footprint, almost the exact opposite is true

Top 10 festive pubs in the UK

From pubs famous for Christmas parties to cosy hideaways where you can escape the crowds, here are 10 city-centre boozers serving great beers for a festively good time

Southwest pilot 'congratulates' passengers for clearing out plane's liquor

Booze-fueled flights don’t always end well. But on Wednesday, a Southwest pilot was reportedly so impressed with his passengers’ ability to polish off the plane’s liquor supply that he congratulated them over the speaker

Making travel last by moving abroad

Many get to see the world not through the windows of a tour bus, but from their own doorsteps, living and working abroad in the ultimate sort of global tourism

The 10 Best Resorts in The Florida Keys

Condé Nast Traveler readers voted in this year's Readers' Choice Awards and let us know their favorite resorts in The Florida Keys, which include everything from private island hideaways to fully equipped cottage colonies

Here's How to Watch the Last Big Meteor Shower of the Year

Say goodbye to 2016 in starry-eyed style with the Geminids

Cycling adventures suited to all speeds

Bicycle Adventures, offering guided biking trips around the world, has some new trips in its 2017 schedule aimed at road bikers and mountain bikers of varying skill levels

Celebrities and scandals: 50 years of the Sofitel Sydney Wentworth

Once you reach 50, you're bound to acquire a few secrets. Even a scandal or two

9 things you need to do in Canada

It seems the whole world’s in love with Canada. When we’re not lusting after the country’s leader Justin Trudeau, we’re loving its vast wildernesses, so it’s little wonder it rates as the No. 1 country to visit in 2017 on Lonely Planet’s hot list

Temples for the Literary Pilgrim

For devourers of that delicacy made from text and pulped wood — better known as the book — the Clérigos neighborhood in Porto satisfies every appetite

Approved! Royal Caribbean, Norwegian are going to Cuba

You'll soon be able to sail from Miami to Cuba with a major cruise line. The parent companies of cruise giants Royal Caribbean and Norwegian Cruise Line today announced they had received Cuban government approval for the brands to operate voyages to the country from Florida

Tired of your holiday routine? Try one of these festive getaways

Whether you're looking for romance, tradition or just some peace and quiet, follow Santa Claus's lead this December: Get out of the workshop and fly somewhere festive

A boutique gem with its own art gallery: Amastan Paris reviewed

There isn't exactly a shortage of stylish boutique hotels in Paris, but few manage to combine chic urban design with a distinctive homely style like Amastan

Why Jerez is the perfect place to be right now

You don’t even need to drink the local brew – just being in Jerez infuses you with a sense of wellbeing and goodwill to all men, especially at this time of year

Cruise amp Maritime Voyages to Offer Itineraries from Wales for the First Time in 2017

Cruise amp Maritime Voyages will offer itineraries departing from Wales for the first time ever in 2017 -- a move that is sure to strengthen the country's steadily growing cruise sector

A Vegetarian's Survival Guide For Traveling the World

For backpackers, long-term travelers, or anyone who travels for work, sampling new local cuisines is one of the things to look forward to most

New York mother battling breast cancer says she was 'violated' by TSA

A breast cancer patient currently undergoing chemotherapy is speaking out after an incident in which she believes the TSA at Los Angeles International airport crossed the line while performing a security check

The best ski resorts you've never heard of

European ski resorts are legion and often legendary. But are there some alpine aces we've all missed? Are there any secret treasures out there, quietly delivering the goods while the spotlight falls elsewhere?

Why Sri Lanka Is a Three-in-One Destination

In 18 days in Sri Lanka, we experienced historic and cultural sites worthy of Kyoto, a Serengeti-level safari, and an Amalfi-caliber beach vacation. Here, photographer Felix Odell takes us across the island, from the sea to tea country

The 10 Most Extravagant Hotel Experiences in the World

Talk about #travelgoals. From your own personal submarine to on-demand fireworks, we've rounded up the world's ten most over-the-top hotel experiences

The Airlines to Fly If You're Trying to Eat Healthy

Some airlines are better than others when it comes to offering healthy airline food

Watch an Angry Billy Goat Attempt to Break Into a Store in Ireland

Getting to a store and realizing it's closed is frustrating—and humans aren't the only ones who think so

10 top tips for a great camping holiday

Hitting the road for a camping trip this summer? Don’t forget to pack some glow sticks and a doormat

The Murder of John Lennon

On December 8, 1980, Mark David Chapman shot musician and former Beatles lyricist John Lennon four times in the back in the entrance of Lennon's home, the Dakota apartment building on Manhattan's Central Park West

Will doors close on travel to Cuba?

The ambiguity surrounding president-elect Donald Trump's policies on Cuba is causing anxiety among tourists and the travel industry

The Most Instagrammed Hotels of 2016

Hotels can cause just as much FOMO as the cities they are in—according to Instagram, at least

The Cities Where It's Most Expensive to Spend Christmas

A Christmas index ranks the cost of visiting and shopping in 90 cities around the world for the holiday

Chicago Symphony Orchestra to perform at opening of lavish Hamburg concert hall

Hamburg, Germany, will unveil its much-anticipated new concert hall in January, and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra will be there to celebrate

Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin plans lobby renovations

The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort will get a $12 million face lift as the Dolphin's lobby is scheduled for renovation next year

United Airlines gets pushback on cheap fares with carry-on bag limits

United Airlines plans to roll out a cheaper no-frills airfare option next year for passengers willing to forgo a carry-on bag for extra savings. Not everyone's a fan

Six countries that are surprisingly easy to visit

Nauru was never going to make this list. Neither was Saudi Arabia. Even Russia was always going to struggle to get a guernsey

SeaWorld theme parks cutting over 300 jobs in restructuring

SeaWorld Entertainment Inc. is eliminating 320 jobs across its 12-park company. Company officials said Tuesday in a statement that the goal of the restructuring is to eliminate costs and improve the company's operations

50 Reasons to #LoveTheWorld

For a second year, BBC Travel goes beyond the headlines to bring you 50 Reasons to #LoveTheWorld, a celebration of this planet and the joy of travelling around it. Here's what we said

Artsy Asheville tops list of must-see US destinations for 2017

Lonely Planet puts the North Carolina city first in its ‘best in the US’ list for the coming year, with strong competition from Twin Peaks location western Washington and Lincoln, Nebraska

Hapag-Lloyd Cruises Reveals MS Hanseatic Will Remain in its Fleet Until September 2018

Hapag-Lloyd Cruises has revealed that MS Hanseatic will remain in its fleet for an extra six months -- until the end of September 2018 -- offering additional cruises which will be revealed later this month

The best places and cities to visit in Spain and where to stay when there

An insider's guide into the top places and cities to visit in Spain – and where to stay while you're there – including the best for couples and families

The fleet and hubs of American Airlines, by the numbers

American Airlines is the largest carrier in the world, moving into the top spot following its merger with US Airways that closed in 2015

New Tapas Menu Comes to Oceania Cruises

Small bite lovers, rejoice! A new tapas menu, inspired in part by Barcelona's Boqueria market, is now available on all Oceania Cruises ships

Pearl Harbor

On December 7, 1941, three waves of Japanese aircraft left their base of sea carriers stationed north of Hawaii. The Japanese Imperial General Headquarters ordered the attack to coincide with a declaration of war delivered to the United States Department of War in Washington, DC

Hotels for Book Lovers

“IT IS A SPECTATOR SPORT to look at someone else’s books, if not an act of voyeurism or armchair psychology,” wrote Henry Petroski in “The Book on the Bookshelf.”

Photo tour: The elegance of a Holland America ship

Thinking about a cruise with Holland America? Our latest Cruise Ship Tour, in the carousel above, offers a deck-by-deck look at one of the most intimate of the line's 14 vessels, the 62,735-ton Amsterdam

At Pearl Harbor, the silence 75 years later pays tribute to the sacrifices that saved the world

It's been three-quarters of a century since the attacks, but the World War II Valor of the Pacific National Monument makes them feel as fresh as yesterday

Luxury boutique hotel The Pig at Combe offers British country living at its best

The British countryside at its glorious best can be found amid green, rolling hills on a 3,500 acre estate in Devon

48 hours in Hanoi: From 'Beer Corner' to the city's best banh

The Vietnamese capital comes to life at Lunar New Year, but there's plenty to see, do - and eat - at any time

Revealed: The best airlines for first class, business class and economy cabins

Etihad Airways, Virgin Australia, Air New Zealand, and Singapore Airlines have scooped the top prizes in an annual survey of the world's best airline cabins

Scotland Set to Welcome Biggest Ever Cruise Season in 2017

Scotland is set to welcome another record-breaking cruise season in 2017, with 808 ships and around 656,000 passengers expected to call there next year -- up 19.5 percent year-on-year -- Cruise Scotland has revealed

The 11 Cheapest Caribbean Destinations to Visit in Winter 2017, Ranked

Every winter, when you get blasted with blistering, freezing winds, you may start fantasizing about a beach getaway

48 hours on the Sunshine Coast: even storms can't spoil an idyllic escape

Famous for long beaches and unspoilt nature reserves, Noosa and Maleny are also great getaways for foodies, shoppers and those seeking tranquility

The truth about emergency medical evacuations

You think it's never going to happen to you, until it does

As users tire of online, the humble travel agent makes a comeback

Frustrated by the overload of information on travel sites, more than 9 million people will use a travel professional to help book a trip this year

Paris to Sell Pont des Arts Love Locks to Raise Money for Refugees

The 65 tons of love locks waiting to be relocated will now be sold off to raise money for refugees

Anthony Bourdain Supports a Big Increase in NYC Food Carts

Since 1983, the population of New York City has grown from the lower end of 7 million people to current estimates of over 8.5 million residents

How Jetstar is infuriating customers now

Budget airlines seem to have a knack for copping flak from their passengers — but you’ve never seen a complaint quite like this before

The Thirteenth Amendment

On this day in 1865, the Thirteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution became law. The Thirteenth Amendment abolished slavery and involuntary servitude

Hotels Go Beyond the Suite — to Cabins, Villas and Treehouses

Checking into a hotel and sleeping in the same room for your entire stay might be the norm but is undoubtedly routine

Disney World: New holiday attractions light up the season

Lights twinkle year round at Mickey's Florida home, but during the holiday season Walt Disney World positively sparkles

Is this the greatest adventure cruise on Earth?

It was a stiflingly humid night in Australia’s Top End, on what had been a day of firsts for Azamara Club Cruises

PampO Serving New Beer to Help Conserve Great Barrier Reef

Now you can have "one for the reef" with PampO Cruises' new beer that supports Australia's natural wonder of the world

'America's Favorite Town' Is The Most Magical Place To Go

Park City, Utah has long been praised as a prime skiing destination. And, now the mountain hideout has a new title: America’s Favorite Town

Escape from the Blue Lagoon: Iceland, beyond Reykjavik

Away from the increasingly crowded area around the capital, there are new ways of exploring Iceland's untamed landscapes - and a hotel that looks like a Bond lair

Southwest Airlines flight diverted after woman gives birth while on airplane

A Southwest Airlines plane made an emergency landing in Charleston, South Carolina, after a baby was born in the middle of the flight

What are the world's best Christmas markets?

Present shopping can be joylessly stressful. These picturesque fairs offer traditional gifts, regional treats and that unbeatable festive feeling

The tax-free wonders of the Cayman Islands

“Are you the kind of person who likes to see dogs dressed up like pirates?” the helpful concierge asked

The 20 Best Hotels in Florida

Condé Nast Traveler readers voted in this year's Readers' Choice Awards and let us know their favorite hotels in the Sunshine State

This Airline Merger Could Create the Ultimate Budget Airline

The result: one fleet of mostly economy, another that's all business, and cheaper flights to Paris

Hawaii Could See Up to 30 Inches of Snow This Weekend

The storm is causing snow, sleet, ice and heavy winds

The Best Part of L.A.'s Subway Expansion May Be the Fossil Discoveries

The Los Angeles subway may not be your first thought when it comes to thriving archeological sites, but be prepared to be surprised

With apps like Tripr, Happn, Backpackr and Beer, Tinder is dead - to the solo traveller

You can be having a drink with a local within hours of landing in a new city

The End of Prohibition

The Eighteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution was passed in 1919, over the veto of President Woodrow Wilson. Under pressure from religious and other temperance groups, the the manufacture and consumption of alcoholic beverages became illegal

La Guardia Airport Opens

New York City's La Guardia Airport opened on this day in 1938. Celebrating its 78th birthday today, La Guardia is located in Queens County on Long Island in the the City of New York

36 Hours in Geneva

Don’t underestimate under-the-radar Geneva. This scenic city offers quirky museums, outdoor markets, great shopping and a creative food scene

American Airlines attendants want 'full recall' of new uniforms

American Airlines rolled out new uniforms to more than 70,000 of its frontline workers in September. The appearance of the uniforms was well-received, but now American’s flight attendants union is calling for a total recall

Art galleries, angels and red rocks--where else but in Sedona, Ariz.?

There's something for everyone in Sedona, Ariz.: archeological sites, art galleries and, yes, don't forget the vortexes

Sledding into the luxurious heart of winter tourism in St. Moritz

I’m about to launch down the St. Moritz-Celerina Olympic bobrun, the oldest bobsleigh track in the world, and I’m having second thoughts

British Airways creates digital pill to tell cabin crew what passengers need

Plane talk: Passengers will apparently swallow a mini transmitter to tell cabin crew how their body is handling the journey

Winter wonderlands: The world's most magical frozen family holidays

In northern Sweden, 100 miles beyond the Arctic Circle, winter arrives with all the drama of a trumpet fanfare

This must be the king of cruises

“I am going to Graceland, Graceland …” You can sing along if you tour Elvis country next year on the 40th anniversary of the king of rock ’n’ roll’s death

Cruise line fined £32m for using 'magic pipe' to dump oily waste into UK waters

Princess Cruises, one of 10 brands owned by the world’s largest cruise holiday company, has been ordered to pay a $40m (£32m) fine for illegally dumping thousands of gallons of oil and waste off the UK coast

20 Unsung But Fantastic Reasons to Visit Southern New Jersey Now

Here’s news: some towns in Southern New Jersey - in this case Haddonfield, Somers Point and Cape May - are community-minded

Country legend Dolly Parton announces fund for Tennessee wildfire victims

Dolly Parton’s Pigeon Forge resort may have been spared from the devastating wildfires in the Great Smoky Mountain region, but the singer is pledging to help hundreds of local families in need by setting up a relief fund for victims

What you don’t know about Disney World

Everyone knows that Disney World is one of the happiest places on Earth. There are rides, your favourite Disney characters, and enough fireworks every night to make Sydney’s New Year’s Eve display look like amateur hour

The 9 Best Places to Travel in December

Why not nix that chore-like check-off visit to the family this December, and instead sample how some other countries tackle the holidays at a twinkly Christmas market?

How to Watch the National Christmas Tree Lighting at the White House

Viewers at home can take part in a nearly century-old White House tradition by joining in to watch the National Christmas Tree lighting Thursday December 1

Legoland Beach Retreat will open April 7

Legoland Florida Resort's newest sets of accommodations, the Legoland Beach Retreat, will open April 7

Riding the coast road from Sydney to Brisbane

A trip that was once a hassle is now one of pleasurable discoveries

With an Arsenal of Apps, a Fearful Flier Faces the Skies

As a longtime travel writer, you would think that, for me, getting on a plane would be as routine as brushing my teeth

First look: United gives sneak peek of new LAX lounge

One of the club's signature spaces is likely to be an outdoor seating area

Soon you'll have to pay parking fees for your stay at Caesars and Wynn hotels in Las Vegas

It started in June with MGM Resorts. Now many more hotels are joining the pay-to-park trend in the city where freebies are prized

Las Vegas: Cheaper, crazier and cooler than ever

A new direct flight from London means visiting Las Vegas is now possible on – whisper it – a budget. Here's how to have the ultimate 48 hours in Sin City

2016 set to be the safest year in aviation history

The crash of LaMia Airlines Flight 2933 near the Colombian city of Medellín will do little to allay the fears of nervous fliers

Seabourn Receives Newest Luxury Cruise Ship, Seabourn Encore, From Shipyard

Seabourn Cruises has received its newest luxury cruise ship, 600-passenger Seabourn Encore, from the Fincantieri shipyard in Italy

8 Great Holiday Gift Ideas for Your Favorite Globetrotters

From slipper-like walking shoes to happy luggage, healthy trail snacks and smart- clothing - these 8 great travel accessories and tools will thrill

The world's first permanent ice hotel - in pictures

At Icehotel 365, which opens this week in Swedish Lapland, guests are surrounded by frozen art, can climb an ice staircase to a ‘floating’ bed and sleep at a cool -5C year round

The hunt for Chile

When Marxist politician Salvador Allende became president of Chile in 1970, he called for a “revolution flavoured with red wine and empanadas”

Australian Invasion of Ovation of the Seas Sets New Cruise Record

Setting a record for the most Australians on a cruise ship, 3,825 Aussies boarded Ovation of the Seas in Singapore yesterday, making up 90 percent of the passengers onboard

The Last TWA Flight

On this day in 2001, Trans World Airlines Flight 220 landed in St. Louis International Airport ending 71 years of TWA operations

How to Get the Most Out of a Vacation by Train

If you think that traveling by train isn’t your idea of a fun vacation, think again, says Eleanor Flagler Hardy, the president of the Society of International Railway Travelers, a Louisville, Ky.-based travel agency specializing in trips by rail

Eight fun, quirky budget-friendly hotel chains

The words "hotel chain" might conjure images of lackluster decor, outdated carpeting and generic food

Biking through Estonia's post-Soviet landscape

The Iron Curtain Trail spans 9,000 kilometres, following the imaginary line that divided Europe into East and West. In The Cyclist Who Went Out in the Cold, Tim Moore rides it all, from Russia to Estonia, and witnesses the lasting impact of the Soviet Union

Cheap Amsterdam: a guide to visiting the city on a budget

Amsterdam is in some ways an ideal city to visit on a budget. Many of its attractions are free or cost only a few euros

Carnival Corporation to Partner with TV Show The New Celebrity Apprentice

Carnival Corporation will be involved with the upcoming season of NBC's "The New Celebrity Apprentice," sponsoring the two-part finale and launching a charity giveaway in conjunction with the show

Traveling As An Introvert

Approximately one third of the world's population is introverted, and one of those individuals is right here writing this to you now

The world's most beautiful airport terminals - in pictures

The beauty and design ingenuity of airport terminals - where travellers spend so much of their time - are celebrated in a new photography book, The Art of the Airport

Museums, veterans keep memory of Pearl Harbor alive 75 years after attacks

Edward Hammond remembers the Dec. 7, 1941, sneak attack on Pearl Harbor. It hurled the U.S. into World War II

Jet carrying soccer team may have run out of fuel

Fuel starvation is being investigated as a possible contributor to the plane crash that killed members of Brazil's Chapecoense soccer club

The 14-Room Presidential Suite Is the Greenbrier Resort's Best Kept Secret

At The Greenbrier, West Virginia's 238-year-old grande dame resort, the rarely photographed Presidential Suite (designed by Dorothy Draper) hides a few Cold War secrets behind all that chintz

Best Places for Women to Travel Solo

We looked at popular destinations around the world and safety rankings to determine the best places for women to go alone

MSC Seaside sets construction milestone, will call PortMiami home in 2017

Swiss-based MSC Cruises this weekend celebrated the float out of the first vessel in its new Seaside-class of ship - MSC Seaside, which will call PortMiami home in December 2017

The jewel of Yangon shines again

Myanmar's grand dame hotel, The Strand Yangon, reopened on November 15 after a six-month renovation project that saw artisans meticulously restore every original architectural detail

The 10 Best Christmas Window Displays of 2016

Whether you're all about the holiday magic, or just here for the sparkly shoes, each of these windows will have a little something for you. From Tiffany's in New York, to winter chic in Paris, and the Nutcracker in London, these are the department stores with the best Christmas displays

Mark Twain

On this day in 1835, Samuel Langhorne Clemens was born in the small town of Florida, Missouri. Better known by his pseudonym, Mark Twain, the writer proved to be one of the true originals of American literature

11 Aerial Photos That Will Make You Want a Drone of Your Own

These days, you don't need to hang out of a helicopter to capture stunning bird's-eye images of the world (although we're not against it)

Japan's Hot Tub Rollercoaster Takes Water Parks to a New Level

A city in Japan is teasing plans of the world’s first spa-themed amusement park. In a concept video, Beppu City on Japan’s Kyushu island showed off an idea for a new “spamusement park.”

Universal Orlando will get Nintendo-themed land

Nintendo-themed areas will open in Universal theme parks in Orlando, Hollywood and Japan over the next few years

Delta bans Trump supporter for life after 'rude' remarks

Delta Air Lines has banned a disruptive passenger who shouted pro-Trump and anti-Clinton remarks at fellow passengers on a flight from Atlanta to Allentown, Pennsylvania, last week, the airline's chief executive said Monday (Nov. 28)

Amazing wonders of the world you’ve never heard about

From sites of lost civilisations to extraordinary natural phenomena, take a look at some of the latest additions to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2016

World's most peaceful countries

Earlier this year, the 10th annual Global Peace Index was released – and boy, did it make for depressing reading

First Commercial Flight From Miami to Havana Takes Off

For the first time in over half a century, United States airlines are making commercial flights into Havana, Cuba — just days after the death of that country's former leader, Fidel Castro

The best wine route in South Africa?

Getting to any vineyard is normally a car, bus or, if you're feeling particularly extravagant, limo affair

Cabin Fever: 10 woodsy cabins you can rent out

Long before the tiny-homes craze there was a fondness of log cabins. In 1916, John Lloyd Wright (son of the famous architect Frank Lloyd Wright), invented Lincoln Logs

The Best Things to Do in Bristol, Rhode Island

For more stories on car-free getaways head to offMetro.com. Bristol, Rhode Island is a New England town that is made for car-free coastal exploration

Carnival Corp.'s Fathom Cruise Line Discontinued as Adonia Returns to PampO Cruises' Fleet

PampO Cruises' much loved small ship Adonia -- which has been sailing as Fathom in Cuba and the Dominican Republic -- will return to the fleet in summer 2017

The best places and cities to visit in Italy and where to stay when there

An insider's guide into the top places and cities to visit in Italy – and where to stay while you're there – including the best for couples and families, in locations including Venice, Rome, Florence, the Amalfi Coast, Milan, the Italian Lakes, Sicily and Puglia

Fun alert! Biggest Carnival ship ever begins sailings from Miami

Another new giant of the seas is now calling Florida home. Carnival Cruise Line's six-month-old Carnival Vista on Sunday began year-round sailings from Miami

How Tour Guides Abroad Learn to Cater to Exotic Americans

Don’t compliment an American’s girth. Answer their children’s questions. Fill your museum tour with fun facts

The Zong Massacre

On November 29, 1781, the crew of a British slave ship, The Zong, murdered 133 African slaves bound for Jamaica by dumping them overboard into the sea to claim insurance

36 Hours in Delhi

Explore the city’s innumerable charms — ruin-studded gardens, a growing contemporary art scene, diverse regional cuisines

Jackson Hole at 50: Better than ever

As the gateway to both Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks, Jackson, Wyo., is coming off a record tourism summer, as travelers eagerly celebrated the centennial of America’s National Park Service

An Oregon cheese tour is heaven any way you slice it

he abundant rainfall in the Pacific Northwest makes for lush pastures, and the cows and goats grazing here produce the creamy cheeses that were the focus of our trip

The William Vale changes the Williamsburg hotel landscape

With New York’s Meatpacking District well done and over with, the cool kids have since rolled up their jean cuffs and crossed over the East River to Williamsburg, Brooklyn, which has become a playground for the wealthy and deliberately unwashed

Cuba after Fidel: How will the island change?

Simon Calder first visited Cuba in the 1980s, and wrote the first independent guidebook to the island. He explains how the death of the country's former leader will affect tourism

The amazing safari destination you'll have all to yourself

Visitors who first enter Botswana via its capital city Gaborone might, as I did, find themselves a little disappointed

MSC Cruises Celebrates the 'Float-Out' of its Newest and Largest Cruise Ship

MSC Cruises celebrated the float out of its newest -- and largest -- ship MSC Seaside today

The World's Tallest Water Slide Is Slated For Demolition

Schlitterbahn says its Kansas City water park will tear down its famous water slide after a 10-year-old boy was killed on the ride this summer

Budapest's Christmas markets: winter made cosy and cool

From gingerbread to bubblegum marzipan, music boxes to blackcurrant rum punch, Hungary's capital is a great festive shopping destination

The new Airbus A350 and Boeing 787 may eliminate jet lag

Two new wide-body planes, the Airbus A350 XWB and the Boeing 787, have bigger windows that let in more natural light, bathrooms that don’t feel claustrophobic, and mood lighting that can limit jet lag (no, seriously)

The 20 Best Tech Gifts for Travelers in 2016

The right piece of gear can make travel safer, less stressful, and just more fun. From drones to dongles, these are the best gifts for the tech-savvy jet-setters in your life

Why You Have to Put Your Seat Upright During Take-Off and Landing

When flight attendants ask you to put your seat upright during take-off and landing, they aren’t simply trying to ruin your nap. They're just making sure you comply with federal law

Princess bringing back summer cruises to Caribbean in 2018

Princess Cruises plans to resume summer sailings from Fort Lauderdale in 2018 after a four-year hiatus, the Santa Clarita, Calif.-based cruise line said Wednesday

Camping on water? Five hotel experiences in New York you'll never forget

On any visit to New York City, you're guaranteed to see something you've never seen before

Launch of the Mariner 4

On this day in 1964, NASA launched the Mariner 4, the fourth spacecraft in a series developed to explore other planets using flyby technology

A Four-Day Feast in Philadelphia

If you are looking to reclaim a coherent sense of America after this nervous breakdown of an election season, let me suggest that eating your way through Philadelphia is a fine way to start

Thanksgiving travel rush: What to expect if you're flying

Airport officials warned Thanksgiving fliers to arrive early to airports as the holiday rush kicks into high gear

Boutique hotel in San Francisco's Tenderloin opens with $119 rooms

The Tilden, a renovated hotel that embraces its place in the city's historically sketchy neighborhood, features minimalist design that redefines the 118-room hotel, which reopened in October

The many unique beaches of Mexico's Banderas Bay

Sun-seekers can pick a different stretch of sand every day and find a new slice of Mexican life every time in Banderas Bay

From Boston to Reykjavik: These are the world’s best-looking cities

Not that we’re shallow, but if we were judging the world’s cities purely on attractiveness, where would come out on top?

How India's enterprising royals are opening up a forgotten corner of Rajasthan

Heading up the faint trail towards the crumbling bastions of Udgir Fort, I pause to regard our party

Hurricane Otto Prompts Cruise Ship Itinerary Change

At least one cruise line has been affected by Tropical Storm Otto, a rare late-season storm swirling around the southwestern Caribbean Sea

River Cruise Trends 2017: Far-flung, unusual destinations and themed sailings

New destinations, lesser-known rivers and themed itineraries are the hot new trends in river cruising, according to the world's largest cruise industry trade association

What A Resort And Casino Can Teach You About Saving The Planet

Saving the planet isn’t the first thing that comes to mind when you think of a resort and casino. Or likely the second or the third thing

The world's best hidden beaches: Cape Town

Cape Town’s stunning rugged coastline is studded with great beaches, but they can get very busy. In the first of a new series on hidden beaches, here are 10 the locals head for to avoid the crowds

The world's most generous countries

We spoke to people living in the five highest-ranking countries to find out what motivates them to donate their time and money, and how it affects the society there

TSA travel tip: How to fly with pies and more this Thanksgiving

How to fly with a pie? Traveling back from Michigan, I found myself wondering what the Transportation Safety Administration (TSA)'s stance is on whole pies

Chef 'shuffle' highlights Bangkok's culinary rise

Sven Elverfeld doesn't get out much. The German chef, who heads Aqua at the Ritz-Carlton in Wolfsburg, is not one of those culinary libertines who spend half the year in the skies

How Emirates created a perfect resort in Australia

In the Greater Blue Mountains region set between the Gardens of Stone National Park and Wollemi National Park, the Wolgan Valley resort is is set on a 2800-hectare carbon-neutral conservancy

The Birth of Henry McCarty

On this day in 1859, Henry McCarty was born. He would die a short 21 years later, but by that time most know him as William H. Bonney or, perhaps, Billy the Kid

Journey to the sights of Newfoundland

Newfoundland and its mainland provincial sister Labrador are chock full of moments of awe, owing to their powerful relics of human history and simply jaw-dropping scenery

Of Course the Future of Travel Involves Robots—These 5 Are Actually Helpful

These R2-D2 wannabes were built for customer service—some even with a smile

Teen Sues Virgin Australia After Hot Coffee Caused Him ‘Worst Pain He’s Ever Felt’

A 16-year-old who was burned by coffee on a long-haul Virgin Australia flight is suing the airline for negligence

The eight countries you'll want to go back to over and over

The world is a big place, but if you find a favourite spot, is there something wrong with returning time and time again?

Retro cool: Kyoto's kissaten cafe scene

For centuries Kyoto has been a tea town, its dominance reaching an apex in the austere and highly ritualized tea ceremony

Nepalese mountain climbers risk life and limb for hallucinogenic honey

What do you really know about honey? It’s sticky, it's sweet and it comes from bees. But did you know some varieties of honey can kill?

The British island at the edge of the world

To go to the shop, dentist or pub, Foula's residents have to travel across 20 miles of open ocean. Photographer Jeff J Mitchell visited the Shetland isle to see what it's really like

This Has Got To Be The Most Magical Boutique Hotel In The World

As travelers with very long bucket lists, we’ve just about seen it all when it comes to strikingly beautiful hotels

Mandopop Artist Wang Leehom Named Godfather of Norwegian Joy

Norwegian Cruise Line has named the "King of Chinese Pop" Wang Leehom as godfather to Norwegian Joy

Italian hotels offer free stays to guests who conceive there

A group of 10 hotels in the hilltop town of Assisi in central Italy’s Umbria region is offering a free stay to any couple who gets pregnant during their stay at the hotel, The Local reports

Five things to love about the revamped Disney Wonder

The much-beloved Disney cruise ship just emerged from a massive makeover

Travel Coloring Books for Grown-Ups

Forget coffee in the lobby and chocolates at turndown. Coloring books for grown-ups — where the illustrations are inspired by travel, fashion and Champagne wishes — are among the latest amenities being offered at hotels around the world

Like McDonald’s coffee? You can soon get it on this airline

If you’ve ever had a hankering for a McDonald’s coffee at 35,000 feet, you’ll soon be in luck when you fly on Canadian carrier WestJet

The World's Biggest Lego Store Opens, And Everything Is Awesome

If you’re looking to flee the U.S. for any reason, we’d recommend London as the perfect place to “lego” of all your cares

Blackbeard

On this day in the year 1718, the notorious pirate Blackbeard was killed in battle off the coast of Ocracoke, North Carolina by a crew of British sailors under the authority of the governor of Virginia

How to Plan an Extended Vacation

Having two or three weeks off for your next vacation is undoubtedly a luxury, but, depending on how you plan, the trip could be time well spent or wasted

Luxury for less: 20 grand British hotels you can afford

With the pound struggling against the dollar, Americans can upgrade their U.K. vacations

Lucky Dragon, Las Vegas' first newly built hotel in 6 years, ready to open

The hotel has just 203 rooms -- and don't ask for the fourth floor. There isn't one because, well, the number 4 is considered unlucky in Chinese culture

Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them: Visiting the movie's New York

The Harry Potter author’s latest film is set in the NYC of the Roaring Twenties. We joined a tour based on the movie in search of some Big Apple magic

Mapped: the sunniest (and dullest) cities in Europe

As the sun becomes conspicuous by its absence during the winter months, you will likely find your mind wandering to sunnier climes

Princess Cruises' Royal Princess and Sapphire Princess to Homeport in Southampton in 2018 - Princess Cruises

Princess Cruises has revealed that Royal Princess -- christened in Southampton by the Duchess of Cambridge in 2013 -- will return to the U.K. in 2018 to mark the ship's fifth anniversary

10 top tips from our Berlin correspondent

Whether you’re in Berlin for history, nightlife or design, Philip Oltermann picks out his favourite venues beyond the tourist haunts – plus a couple of classics

These are the worst airports to travel through during the holidays

Passengers trying to fly in and out of JFK, La Guardia and Newark airports for the holidays better buckle up for disappointments

Meet you in Sicily? Sign us up.

We loved our brief taste of Sicily so much that we wanted to return, and we were delighted to go with our adult children. (Our parental motto is: You pay, they'll go)

Inside the Airport of the Future

What if an airport wasn't just the means to an end, but another destination? These new innovations could actually make an airport a place to have fun

There's a Mystical Spot in Portugal Where Water Flows Uphill

Portugal is full of mystical places—the fairytale castles of Sintra, medieval castles, the palaces of Porto—butthe existence of most of these spots can be explained

Best cruise tips and tricks for making the most of your holiday

The biggest cruise season in Australian history is now under way as a record number of luxury ships converge, ready to take a record number of guests on dreamy holidays

Forget hotels with art, why not stay in the art?

When London hotel The Beaumont opened in 2014 it offered guests an original option – to stay inside a work of art

Bloody Sunday

One of the seminal events in the Irish fight with the UK for independence took place on this day in 1920. The Irish Republican Army's Chief of Intelligence Michael Collins devised a plan for the assassination of 35 British intelligence agents in Dublin

An Eccentric Hollywood Hotel for the Fun at Heart

When AccorHotels, the French-based hotel group, planned the first American outpost of its trendy Mama Shelter brand, it chose Los Angeles and a vacant property that was built in 1926 as a hotel

Why travelers are returning to travel agents

Sure it was fun, empowering, often money-saving in the early days, when online travel agencies like Expedia and Travelocity became a presence on the Web for price-shopping, and TripAdvisor, CruiseCritic and Hotels.com became fonts of reviews and opinions

Woman visiting 196 countries in fastest time: My weirdest stories

The woman who is about to break the world record for visiting every country in the world in the shortest time period tells us about the strangest things she's seen along the way

New artificial ski slope to open on roof of Copenhagen green power plant

One of the longest artificial ski slopes in the world will open on the roof of a state-of-the-art green power plant in Copenhagen, Denmark, next year

Princess Cruises' Royal Princess and Sapphire Princess to Homeport in Southampton in 2018

Princess Cruises has revealed that Royal Princess -- christened in Southampton by the Duchess of Cambridge in 2013 -- will return to the U.K. in 2018 to mark the ship's fifth anniversary

The man who spent his fortune on a park

Douglas Tompkins, the founder of North Face, has left behind one of history’s greatest land-conservation legacies by using his fortune to buy large tracts of farmland in Patagonia

Hundreds of O'Hare Airport workers to strike ahead of Thanksgiving holiday

Hundreds of O'Hare International Airport workers have voted to go on strike ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday. Service Employees International Union Local 1 officials said Thursday that about 500 workers have committed to strike

Where the world's top hoteliers like to stay

What makes a hotel stay magical? Winners of the Boutique Hotel Awards 2016 tell us about their most memorable trips around the world

Airline introduces chip tags, tracking app to tackle problem of lost bags

There's nothing like lost luggage to put a damper on the holiday travel season, but a simple piece of technology being added to some luggage tags could help limit the problem

Lisbon, Portugal: The three minute guide

Lisbon is the great underrated Western European capital – and it almost certainly offers the best value for money in the region too. It has the magic combo of being pretty – orange-tiled roofs line the hillsides and look out to the mighty river Tagus – and having bags of energy

A new wave of cruise TV

When "The Love Boat" set sail on ABC in 1977, it invited viewers to board each week for "something exciting and new" with the fictional crew of a Princess Cruises ship. The scripted series ran for 10 years, becoming a pop culture hit that made household names of its actors

Mexican delight: Beach town fun, colonial charm in Mazatlán

Mexico has many beach destinations with world-class resorts and palm-lined stretches of white sand. But there’s only one destination that can truly be called the country’s “Colonial City on the Beach.” That’s the city of Mazatlán, on Mexico’s Pacific Coast

'Vogue' Editor Co-Launches Chic, Affordable Luggage Line

Shopping for luggage is no easy feat these days. There are bags that promise to never wrinkle your clothes; a carry-on that opens with one touch; a soft leather travel backpack for every occasion; and even a robotic suitcase that glides faithfully at your side

William Tell

According to legend, on this day in 1307, William Tell was arrested by Hermann Gessler, a local magistrate in Switzerland seeking to enforce Hapsburg rule in the region. Tell had refused to bow to a symbol of Hapsburg rule in the town square of Burglen

Everything You Need to Know About Flying Standby

Flying standby can be nerve-racking, especially for those of us who don’t like uncertainty. But the benefits can mean an earlier flight home, an upgrade in style, or even a welcome change in your itinerary

You Could Soon Roam With Dinosaurs at a Realistic Jurassic Park

Dinosaur fans could soon have a new destination on their list: Japan. At a recent expo, Japanese entrepreneurs announced plans to build an animatronic dinosaur park called "Dino-A-Live," according to The Telegraph

AAA predicting biggest Thanksgiving travel rush in 9 years

The slowly improving economy could boost travel over the Thanksgiving holiday to levels not seen in nine years

Fake service animals and why airline passengers are upset

While walking to his gate in an airport, a frequent Delta Air Lines flier snaps three pictures of passengers with emotional support animals

The 10 best places to relax and revive in Asia

The flagship resort spa for Banyan Tree, world-wide operator of 70 spas, set the benchmark for Asian spas when it opened in 1994

10 Things At Hotels You Should Avoid Touching

The average hotel room is filthier than a typical home, school or even a plane, according to a study. The cleaning staff has a quick turnaround for rooms and rarely do they disinfect the random items such as your ice bucket

Sarah Brightman Named Godmother of Seabourn Encore

Seabourn has named soprano Sarah Brightman as godmother to Seabourn Encore. Brightman will name the new luxury ship at a christening ceremony in Singapore January 7, 2017

Cruise industry ‘failing’ environment and public health, report claims

The authors of a critical report that analyses the impact of cruise ships on public health and the environment have launched a withering attack on the industry and the organisation that regulates it

The myth of 'travel hackers' who bag luxury trips for pennies

The web is full of stories about 'savvy travellers' who 'hacked' their way to luxury holidays for mere hundreds of pounds. Simon Calder explains why it's nonsense

How one new Palm Springs hotel defines rustic-chic

The Arrive hotel -- and a lot of construction projects -- are what's new in the desert city. Don't worry, you can still chill out amid the building boom

Top 20 countries where English travels well

So you want to travel the world, but you're worried about your language skills? There's good news: Many countries around the world are quite accommodating to English speakers

36 Hours in Miami and Miami Beach

Once again, the Miami area is reinventing itself, this time as a cultural and culinary hot spot

What to See in Hawaii? Ask Auli’i Cravalho of Disney’s ‘Moana’

Auli’i Cravalho, a native Hawaiian, is the voice of the heroine in Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Moana,” which opens Nov. 23. The comedy adventure, which also stars Dwayne Johnson, features a daring teenager on a seafaring mission to save her people

The Luxor Massacre

One of the darkest events in international tourism occurred on this date in 1997 in Luxor, Egypt. One of Egypt’s top tourist attractions, the Temple of Hatshepsut, was filled with tourists from around the world at around 08:45 am

Martha’s Vineyard, the Off-Season Version

“You live on Martha’s Vineyard year round?” It’s a question I’ve been asked many times since I moved here from New York some 20 years ago

Windmills and water towers: Vacation rentals with surprising past lives

TripAdvisor Vacation Rentals has rounded up 10 unusual converted homes you can rent for your next getaway, including a 1960s caboose in North Carolina, a windmill in Greece, and a water tower in Denmark

Marvel superhero king Stan Lee is coming to Las Vegas with an important message for America

Comic-book legend Stan Lee will share a simple message Friday when he appears in Las Vegas: Let’s respect each other to solve America’s challenges together

Scientists Fear Climate Change Is Killing the Arctic's Reindeer

Evidence found linking rising temperatures to the starvation of reindeer

Are these world wonders worth the hype?

The sights that are accepted as bucket list must-dos are commonly referred to as world wonders, and so should inspire exactly that - wonder. But do they?

The 25 best destinations for winter sun

Now is the time to start thinking about where to go for winter sun. Here are the 25 best options, including some within four hours of the UK

The Ridiculous New Carry-On Rule You'll Start Seeing Soon

United will become the first big U.S. airline to limit low-fare customers to one carry-on bag that fits under a seat

Richard Branson unveils supersonic 'Baby Boom' passenger jet

Need to get to London in less than four hours? Virgin mogul Sir Richard Branson is one step to closer to bringing the next generation of Concorde-style jet engines to the masses-- or at least travelers who can afford a $5,000 ticket

Silversea Reveals Cabin Designs for Renovated Silver Cloud

With exactly one year to go until Silver Cloud transforms from a luxury cruise ship to a luxury expedition vessel, Silversea has released renderings and design details of the ship's new look

Southwest Employee Shot at Oklahoma City Airport, Suspect at Large

After a Southwest Airlines employee was fatally shot Tuesday in the parking lot of Will Rogers World Airport in Oklahoma City, police have shut down the airport and asked passengers already there to shelter in place, or to move to a small, interior room with no windows

This Epic 119-Day Cruise Will Take You to 6 Continents

If you want to see the world all in one trip, a new 119-day-long cruise spanning six continents could be just the ticket. Departing from Genoa, Italy, on Jan. 5, 2019, MSC Cruises' “World Cruise” will make stops at 49 destinations in 32 countries

Feast your eyes, and fill your stomach at this stunning farm resort

Sometimes the travel stars collide. You arrive at your lodgings, perhaps a bit tired and bothered from your journey, and the beauty and uniqueness of your surroundings surpasses all expectations, transforming your mood and transporting you to another world

Five myths about walking vacations

Walking is good for you, so it's not surprising that some companies that have made it the centerpiece of their tours

Sir David Tang's tips on travel etiquette

Airport security now constitutes the most unpleasant routine in our travelling life, largely thanks to the security staff and their didactic attitude and keenness to exercise petty authority

Operation Paperclip

World War II was over, but the Cold War was beginning to simmer. The United States seized on the opportunity to grab the technology lead in rocket design and development

A Star is born at sea

The entire ship was dripping in good taste, or, as the more refined among you might say, “understated elegance.”

How to Renew Your Passport

It's not as big a hassle as you may think—if you have your papers in order. If you’ve previously applied for a U.S. passport, renewing one should be a breeze—or a strong gust

The Best and Worst Times to Travel This Thanksgiving, According to Google

Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and on Monday Google released its tips—based off historic data from Google Trends and Google Maps—for avoiding crowds at the airports and on the roads

Qantas Wi-Fi put back till 2017-18

QANTAS’S long-awaited high-speed in-flight Wi-Fi will now be available on all domestic aircraft in 2018 after a decision was made to delay a trial until early next year

Jaw-dropping: Luxury revamp for incredible Antarctica hotel

To be fair, the White Desert camp isn't exactly new. And it's no secret spot, either; the guest ledger includes such names as Prince Harry and Bear Grylls

TSA abandons PreCheck expansion search over cybersecurity concerns

Plans for the Transportation Security Administration to expand the enrollment options for its PreCheck program have been abandoned

Would you teach your kids on the road?

In the growing movement of worldschooling, parents don't believe you have to postpone your travel goals until the kids are grown up

How to climb Kilimanjaro without the crowds

The world’s tallest freestanding mountain is on many people’s bucket list, but the relative ease of the climb means most routes are overcrowded. Our writer finds a less trodden trail

11 Places Every Introvert Should Go In Their Lifetime

Introvert travelers tend to have little desire for big crowds, buzzy hostels and parties that last until dawn

Windstar Returns to Asia in 2017, Plots Course for Destination-Focused Cruising

Windstar Cruises will return to Asia for the first time in three years, sending the 212-passenger Star Legend to the region in winter 2017-2018 -- as revealed exclusively to Cruise Critic

Is this England's most luxurious treehouse?

This luxury treehouse in Dorset features Tolkien-esque architecture, arboreal design, and a double-ended copper bath with forest views

This is the world's best airline

Air New Zealand has been named the best airline in the world for the fourth consecutive year at the 2017 Airline Excellence Awards

Travel destinations that truly make America great

There’s a note in my journal about Angels Window on the North Rim of the Grand Canyon: that I looked up at it against a clear blue sky from a white-water raft on the Colorado River below; that I understood why this rocky ridge with a hole in it would have been given this name

An American Rain Forest and Its Charming Neighbor

I was motoring along Route 101 in northwest Washington State in my little rental car, getting a kick out of the fact that I frequently drive the same highway in Southern California, where I live

K-19

The Soviet nuclear submarine K-19 was perhaps the unluckiest piece of military equipment ever assembled. From the beginning of its construction to its decommissioning, the submarine would suffer fires, radiation leaks, and a series of fatal accidents

London Bridges Are Lighting Up

London’s bridges will slowly fill with light as the tide rises. Luminous colors will wash across their surfaces

First look: JetBlue unveils special 'RetroJet' paint scheme

JetBlue is rolling out a special “RetroJet” livery on one of its Airbus jets Friday. Dubbed “What’s Old Is Blue Again,” JetBlue says the A320 features “a one-of-a-kind paint scheme designed to celebrate the iconic jet age of air travel and to highlight JetBlue’s innovative style.”

With giant cactuses and sleek jaguars, Arizona's Sonoran Desert has an edgy beauty tinged with danger

Botanical wonders abound in the wild Sonoran Desert of Organ Pipe National Monument and Saguaro National Park. Just mind the heat

Turkey issues US travel warning following anti-Trump protests

Turkish government warns citizens living in and visiting the US to remain vigilant in the aftermath of the election

New Zealand earthquake tourist advice: is it safe to travel?

New Zealand’s South Island was struck by a 7.8-magnitude earthquake on Monday (11.02 GMT, Sunday), which has left two dead and some communities without power

Thomson Cruises Puts Emphasis on Long Haul with Three Ships Caribbean-Based in 2017 - Thomson Cruises

Thomson Cruises has announced it will be basing three ships in the Caribbean next year -- including its newest vessels, TUI Discovery and TUI Discovery 2

The Best Scottish Castles You Can Stay In

When you visit Scotland, you won’t go far without seeing its medieval heritage — there are centuries-old castles from the northernmost reaches of the Orkney Islands down to Edinburgh and Glasgow, with more than a few choices across the Highlands

Hostels to high-end: the Australian hotels embracing renewable energy

Hospitality operators are realising sun, wind and water can do more than just attract tourists – they can power the resorts themselves

Inside the world's most expensive cruise ship suite

Love to cruise but can't stand the crowded buffets and over-booked shore excursions? Onboard Regent Seven Seas Cruises’ new ship Seven Seas Explorer—which begins sailing to the Caribbean from Florida this December

The 10 best safaris to do in Africa

Spotting wildlife in Africa is a thrill whether it be on four wheels or two legs

Long Avoided by Tourists, Iran Is Suddenly a Hot Destination

For all of Iran’s attractions — breathtaking scenery and numerous World Heritage sites, among other things — there are plenty of downsides to vacationing in the Islamic republic

The 7 Best Ski Resorts in North America for an Affordable Getaway

Winter is right around the corner, which means it’ll soon be time to hit the slopes. Ski.com, which offers mountain vacation packages with from more than 120 of the world's most popular ski resorts, has identified the cheapest ski resorts in North America this winter

Are Cheap Long-Haul Flights Really Worth the Savings?

Norwegian Air offers a budget-friendly transatlantic flight—if you're willing to play by the rules. Not all of us are

Sweet home, Carnival: Mobile, Ala. is back as a cruise port

Mobile, Ala. finally is back on the map for cruisers. Industry giant Carnival on Wednesday will resume year-round sailings from the city after a five-year absence, becoming the only line offering voyages from the port

Claude Monet

The French Impressionist painter Claude Monet was born on this day in 1840. Monet's painting Impression, Sunrise, gave the Impressionist movement its name

Leo DiCaprio’s New Private Island Resort Revealed

Travelers curious to see Leo DiCaprio’s anticipated eco-resort, Blackadore Caye Resort, now have the chance. New renderings show what the property in Belize will look like when it opens, which is expected to be late 2018

Amtrak rolls out new train vacations, including a national parks special from Chicago

With domestic U.S. travel on a healthy upswing, Amtrak Vacations rolled out 25 new rail-based vacation packages, bringing its total number of offerings to around 350 programs

Travel Is Love, Travel Is Hope

In the immediate aftermath of a divisive U.S. presidential election, we look beyond our election districts for inspiration

Disney's 'Once Upon a Time' castle show doesn't disappoint

Walt Disney World has added a good-night story to its lineup at Magic Kingdom with "Once Upon a Time"

Five awesome things you need to know about Japan's bullet trains

They put Australia's train services to shame and they've been running for more than 50 years

25 Japanese foods we can't live without

Comfort foods, gourmet selections, and lots of strange textures -- here are our picks of the most delicious and iconic food items of this foodie's paradise

Surprising secrets of the cruise industry

A cruise vacation can be one most inexpensive ways to see several different countries in a short period of time-- if you know how to book your trip

15 Tips To Make Thanksgiving Travel A Breeze

If your Thanksgiving plans include traveling, whether by plane or car, you need to know how to cope with the imminent nightmare and chaos

A Bus Crash in Dominica Leaves One Cruise Passenger Dead and Nine Injured

One person has been killed and nine others injured when a bus carrying passengers from P

Sample the wine and the wow of Mexico's Guadalupe Valley, before the hordes descend

The Valle de Guadalupe in Baja California may just be the next Napa Valley. Go now; good wines are plentiful and the roads are uncrowded

You can see the Northern Lights in Wales and Scotland

Northern lights – those streaks of green, blue ripples and dancing purples in the skies – are caused by solar wind from the sun colliding with magnetic particles

Tried and tested: the best carry-on cabin bags

We've tested dozens of carry-on cabin bags - here is our pick of the very best

Caribbean resort pools (almost) as good as the beaches

Skip the crowded beach by opting for a refreshing dip in a resort pool. Practical and fantastic, these pools run the gamut from rooftops with awesome vistas and funky bars to artistically sculpted infinity varieties with edges

Founding of the US Marines

Even prior to the founding of the United States, a naval unit known as the Continental Marines was founded and fought in the American Revolutionary War

How the Actress and Entrepreneur Jessica Alba Stays Healthy on a Trip

She may have first become famous as an actress, but these days, Jessica Alba, 35, is equally well known as a founder of the Honest Company, a Los Angeles-based brand selling nontoxic personal care and household products

Delta adds new Midwest route from Seattle

Delta Air Lines will add nonstop service between Seattle and Milwaukee, another route that will put it into direct competition with rival Alaska Airlines

Take a New Year's Eve train to see northern lights in Alaska

Get into training this winter on the Alaska Railroad with a Winter Escape Getaway, offered now through mid-May. The snowy train trips are a result of expanded service at Christmas and New Year’s, as well as in February and March

Spend the perfect weekend in Wellington

Thriving Wellington is a perfect city to escape to during the Northern Hemisphere’s winter. January features international cricket, while 6 February is Waitangi Day

The world's most romantic hotels

Our experts offer a guide to the world's most romantic hotels in 11 cities worldwide, featuring the best for romantic getaways, city breaks and Valentine's Day ideas, in locations including Venice, Marrakech, Florence, London, New York, Edinburgh and Bath

Oceania Cruises to Homeport in New York Summer 2017 and 2018

Oceania Cruises will homeport one of its smaller ships, Insignia, in New York during the summer and fall seasons in 2017 and 2018, making it the only upscale cruise line to offer regular sailings from the city

Where on Earth is Gibraltar?

Is it a province? Is it a country? It’s a peninsula, it has a large rock - and it’s definitely a geographical and political oddity, to say the least

Go shopping all over Africa – at Amatuli Artefacts, Johannesburg

Masks and baskets, jewellery and lanterns … treasures from Morocco to Malawi are on sale at this shop in a Jo’burg suburb

Is lost luggage a thing of the past?

Losing our bags—or at least not knowing where it is that our bags are lost—will soon be a thing of the past. That's good news from the International Air Transport Association's (IATA) World Passenger Summit which took place in Dubai last week

20 great reasons to escape central London

We agree, London can be horrible. Commuters jammed on the tube. Tired, lost souls tramping through Trafalgar Square or Piccadilly Circus. Shoppers looping around M

The nine dumbest ideas in tourism history

Here are some of the worst ideas those in the travel industry have come up with

Harmony of the Seas: Is bigger necessarily better?

With the new Harmony of the Seas sailing from Port Everglades — its permanent year-round home — South Floridians now have easier access to the world's largest cruise ship

The 30 Best Hotels in London

When it comes to choosing a city break, we'd take a prim and proper afternoon tea service (and a possible Kate Middleton sighting) over a limpid black coffee, chugged at a break-neck pace, any day of the week

The Berlin Wall

Revolution was in the air, but this time, the sentiment was for the West. On November 9, 1989, after weeks of civil unrest, the East German government announced that its citizens could visit the West without fear of reprisal

Cruising on the Europa 2, a Floating Art Gallery

How to go on a trip with Damien Hirst and David Hockney: by sailing the Riviera Maya aboard the Europa 2, where world-class art is everywhere

When a Snake Falls From the Overhead Bin Mid-flight

And you thought “Snakes on a Plane” was fiction? No such luck. On an Aeromexico flight from Torreon to Mexico City on Sunday, a large green snake came slithering out of the overhead bin, ABC News reported

Disney World's first drone show to debut for the holidays at Disney Springs

Just days after receiving permission from the Federal Aviation Administration to fly drones, Walt Disney World has announced what will be its first nighttime show using the unmanned aircraft

The Cheap Icelandic Airline You Need To Know About

Winter is coming, and cheap travel to Iceland is only getting cheaper. Hooray! Icelandic airline Wow Air is adding Pittsburgh to its list of U.S. departure cities, and the carrier has unleashed a load of cheap flights in celebration

Harmony of the Seas Completes Transatlantic Crossing, Begins Cruising from U.S. Homeport

Harmony of the Seas, Royal Caribbean's newest ship -- and the largest cruise ship in the world -- departed Port Everglades, its long-term U.S. homeport, for the first time Saturday afternoon. It was led out of port by a team of 16 jet board and jetpack riders who performed an exciting stunt show

The 10 secret sights you must see in Rome

Rome is one of the world’s most visited cities - and it's easy to see why. Around every bend is a remarkable church, a verdant garden or a magnificent museum

Winter music festivals: The best events across Europe and beyond

You might think that shorter days and plunging mercury equals hibernation and a moribund music scene, but that couldn’t be further from the truth

JetBlue adds another Florida-California cross-country route

JetBlue is adding a cross-country route that will connect two of the carrier’s “focus cities.” Starting May 3, JetBlue will fly one daily round-trip flight between Fort Lauderdale and Long Beach, Calif

First trip to Europe? What to expect

If you're planning your first trip to Europe, congratulations! Learning about the world through travel is the best thing that ever happened to me

Cold Comfort at the Edge of the World

Once a year, the people of Jokkmokk, Sweden gather to celebrate their heritage. Reindeer beware

The Beer Hall Putsch

On this day in 1923, Adolf Hitler, a leader of the fledgling Nazi Party in Germany, attempted a violent overthrow of the government

How to Have a Culturally Rich Vacation

Whether your next vacation is to a big city, the beach or someplace rural, why not make the trip more fulfilling by soaking up the destination’s culture?

Air France to fight Gulf carriers with new airline

Air France-KLM is planning to launch a new stand-alone airline that will fly long- and medium-haul international routes for the company as it looks to push back against fast-growing Middle East rivals

Five ski resort amenities crucial to family trip success

Think slope-side suites and ski lessons guarantee a good time? Think again

The world's best airports: From rooftop pools and hot tubs to microbreweries

Why aimlessly wander air-conditioned halls when you could be playing golf or going ice skating before your flight?

10 amazing things you probably didn't know about Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik, though prominent in the Middle Ages as the Republic of Ragusa, has found a new lease of life in recent years and is increasingly appearing on the "bucket lists" of travellers (thanks in no small part to Game of Thrones)

Carnival Vista Cruise Ship Christened in New York City; Celebration Honors Military Families

Amid a crowd of journalists, photographers and members of the military, Carnival Vista, Carnival Cruise Line's newest and largest ship, was christened today at Manhattan's Pier 88 in New York City

These 5 Airports Have The Shortest Security Lines

As if air travel weren’t hectic enough already, this year brought on some of the longest airport security lines the U.S. has ever seen

10 of the best women-only activity holidays

Demand for women-only breaks is growing. These activity trips include yoga, surfing, boot camps, and dog-sledding, from Kent to Kilimanjaro

The US mountains few people know

Between the Rockies and the Appalachian Mountains lies a dazzling region that is unbelievably overlooked

Staying healthy on the high seas

Cruise lines say safety is their top priority, and their staffs and crew do everything they can to ensure guests are healthy and secure at all times. But how do travelers know they’re really protected at sea?

Italy's New 'Scattered Hotel' Trend May Save Its Historic Towns

The albergo diffuso, or “scattered hotel,” is breathing new life into dwindling villages

How to Make the Most of the Biggest Supermoon in Decades

When and where to catch the biggest supermoon in nearly 70 years and get photography tips for capturing an unforgettable shot

Universal's sixth hotel will open in 2018

Universal Orlando's sixth hotel, Aventura Hotel, will open in summer 2018, the resort announced Monday morning. Universal released a rendering of the hotel, which shows a tall curving glass structure

Aussie hospitality gurus are changing the way New Yorkers drink coffee

Ten years ago the only half decent jolt of java in New York, that wasn’t being served like Starbucks or Dunkin’ Donuts, was drip coffee available at the neighbourhood deli

The US Capitol Bombing

The Senate had planned to work late into the evening of Monday, November 7, 1983, but unexpectedly adjourned early. Consequently, at 10:58 p.m., when a thunderous explosion tore through the second floor of the Capitol’s north wing, the adjacent halls were virtually deserted. Many lives had been spared

36 Hours in Manhattan, Below 59th Street

The center of the world — filled with restaurants and glamorous nightclubs — lies between Central Park and the Battery

Here it comes! World's largest cruise ship arriving in USA

It'll be a big weekend for cruise fans in the USA as the largest passenger ship ever, Harmony of the Seas, finally arrives from Europe

A postwar getaway in Scotland’s rolling hills

An old-fashioned atmosphere and selection of aristocratic pursuits – minus the stuffiness – await at the Gleneagles

Where to spend New Year's Eve in the UK

The most exotic city in Britain? Liverpool has a fair claim, and even Hull – next year’s UK City of Culture – is in with a shout

21 amazing World Heritage Sites you've probably never heard of

Unesco has now declared more than 1,000 World Heritage Sites. We delve into some of the more obscure protected treasures on its list

Holland America to Roll Out New Room Service Menu Fleetwide

After weeks of testing a new room service menu that includes both free or for-fee items, Holland America has plans to implement it fleetwide

These Are The 10 Best Islands In The United States

While most people think they need to escape to a far-flung locale to get a true island experience, that simply isn’t the case. There are dozens of islands in the good ol’ USA and they’re simply stunning

48 hours in the Grampians, Victoria: mountain hikes, fine food and live music

A mere three hours’ drive from Melbourne and you’re enveloped in pristine bush overlooked by mountains offering stirring views – not to mention wineries, cafes and unexpectedly luxurious accommodation

These are the best and worst airports in the US

Phoenix, Ariz. has beautiful weather, lots of sun-- and the best airport in the U.S. According to a new study of the country's best and worst airports conducted by ThePointsGuy.com, Phoenix’s Sky Harbor International airport received top marks

The best historic hotels of 2016 are ...

United States President Franklin Roosevelt wrote one of his most famous lines ever, "The only thing we have to fear is fear itself," at the The Mayflower Hotel in Washington, on the eve of his 1933 inaugural address

Luxury ocean cruise: What to expect inside the Emerald Princess

It's the morning after our first night on the Emerald Princess cruise ship and everyone's raving about the beds in the cabins

This is What it Looks Like When a Kangaroo Crashes Your Family Vacation

ou may not be fond of unexpected guests, but what if that surprise visitor turned out to be a kangaroo? Or, better yet, an entire crowd of friendly kangaroos?

This Kickstarter Luggage Will Get You Through the Holidays (and It's Pretty)

With the holidays fast approaching, we are already strategizing how best to pack for that stress-filled trip across the country (or the pond for that matter)—bracing ourselves for airport security lines, the struggle to squeeze a carry-on into the overhead bin, and no space to pack that last-minute gift

The Tomb of Tutankhamun

Tutankhamun was an Egyptian Pharaoh ruling from approximately 1341 BC to 1323 BC. The boy-king was only eight years old when he became Pharaoh. Howard Carter, a British Egyptologist, had found clues to the existence of the Pharaoh, but the location of his tomb was unknown and there were very few records of any type on Tutankhamun

The 20 Best Cities in Europe

A usual suspect tops the 2016 Readers' Choice Awards list of the best cities in Europe, but we're seeing the emergence of Scandinavia this year as well. Did your favorite city make the cut?

6 things to do in Ocala National Forest

You cannot see all of Ocala National Forest in one day. Indeed, it's difficult enough to just drive through in one day without stopping

Travelling with kids will drive you to drink

Dragging kids through airports is enough to drive you to drink. Let's start with the security section, which increasingly resembles a burlesque bar

Cooking school vacations help home cooks prepare for the holidays

Culinary-immersion experiences help home cooks learn new techniques ahead of the holidays — and get some inspiration while they're at it. You can get to some — such as the Salamander in Middleburg, Va., — in an easy drive, while others are a bit more farflung

Bordeaux and beyond

Think of Bordeaux and you automatically think of wine. And there’s no denying that the city in southwest France is awash in it — it’s surrounded by some of the best (and best-known) vineyards in the country

How to enjoy Macau without placing a single bet

Just 30 minutes away from the casino glitz, Macau's island of Coloane feels a world apart from the fast-paced gambling mecca

US airlines expect Thanksgiving travel to rise 2.5 percent

The nation's leading airlines are confident they can handle higher Thanksgiving travel this year partly because more people have signed up for quick-screening programs that are designed to keep airport security lines moving

Elephant poaching costing African nations millions in lost tourism revenue

Report estimates continent is losing out on £25m in tourism spending each year due to the illegal wildlife trade that is killing elephants for their ivory

Flight Attendants Agree This Is The Easiest Way To Get On Their Good Side

Your flight attendant hustles hard to keep you safe in the sky, often receiving no thanks

Carnival Corp. Opens Fathom Social Impact Activities to All Its Cruise Lines

Passengers on all Carnival Corporation cruise lines that visit Amber Cove in the Dominican Republic -- including Carnival, Holland America and Princess -- will be able to take part in the voluntourism activities developed by the company's social impact line, Fathom

The 50 greatest hotels in the world

The George V, Carlyle, Cipriani, Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong, Sandy Lane... the fabulous properties that have not made our final cut reads like someone else's hot hotel list

Luxury line Crystal changes up expansion plans, again

Crystal Cruises is changing up its expansion plan yet again. The luxury line on Monday said it would add three expedition ships designed for polar travel by 2021 -- two more than previously announced

The Launch of Sputnik 2

On November 3, 1957, Sputnik 2 became the second spacecraft launched into Earth orbit. Aboard was a first - a female terrier named Laika

Adventures in Upscale Brooklyn

On a hot September day in Brooklyn, I got off the G train at Metropolitan Avenue and walked through Williamsburg, a neighborhood so thoroughly celebrated it has become something of a cliché

Hotels wants guests to experience 'luxploration'

Do you want to explore the globe in a comfortable, luxurious way? The travel industry now has a name for that

A gut-busting walk along Richmond, B.C.

A new curated list of Asian restaurants in Richmond, B.C., joins a growing catalogue of self-guided food and drink tours for visitors eager to sample regional offerings

The most extreme holidays you can take

Everyone loves showing off about their holidays - but how far would you go to get one up?

Cheap Paris: a guide to visiting the city for less than £200

A two-night break in Paris for less than £200 a head? Sounds a bit over-optimistic

Princess Cruises Announces Partnership with Michelin Star Chef Emmanuel Renaut Onboard Majestic Princess

Princess Cruises has announced a brand-new culinary partnership with three Michelin-star chef Emmanuel Renaut -- set to debut onboard the line's newest ship, Majestic Princess, in April 2017

7 Brilliant Hotel Room Hacks That'll Make Anywhere Feel Like Home

Hotel rooms can be wildly luxurious, but they lack the creature comforts of a familiar place. Sometimes we wish we could just skip the pricey room service and make a sandwich from our own fridge, instead

10 of the best places to eat in Cape Town, South Africa

The spectacular port city's collision of cultures and flavours has sparked a riotous cuisine of barbecued meats, diverse seafood, and intriguing vegetarian possibilities. But where best to try it?

Flier steals $5,000 in security line, hides stash in Cheerio box

A female flier swiped $5,600 from a security bin at JFK Airport — then tried to hide it by stashing some of the dough in a box of Cheerios, law enforcement sources told The Post

Japan repeats history with record-breaking Maglev train

When the record-breaking Shinkansen high-speed rail line opened in 1964, it was perfect timing

Britain's New Pound Coin Doesn't Fit Into (Most) Vending Machines

Outraged Brits—yours truly, included—have been left feeling shortchanged (pun intended) after learning that the British one-pound coin will take on a new shape next year, losing its roundness in favor of a pristine (and controversial) 12-sided polygon

How to Plan Holiday Travel With Your Pet

Anyone who has ever taken their furry friend on a trip knows that it requires lots of planning, foresight and unavoidable stress about safety in transit

Six must-visit Japanese cruise ports

Japan's biggest port – and these days practically a suburb of Tokyo – towers with neon-lit skyscrapers and a giant harbour-side Ferris wheel

Flight of the Spruce Goose

In 1942, the U.S. Department of War needed a new type of aircraft to transport men and materials long distances. The Hughes Aircraft company won the bid and aircraft designer Howard Hughes and Henry J. Kaiser began work on a prototype aircraft that was to become the Hughes H-4 Hercules, better known as the "Spruce Goose"

Why Picasso Lovers Should Stay at Rome's Hotel de Russie This Winter

To celebrate the upcoming 100th anniversary of Pablo Picasso's first visit to Rome, the city's Hotel de Russie is giving art lovers a one-of-a-kind opportunity to view some of the Spanish painter's work in an intimate setting without going to a museum

New Qantas logo set to take off in Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne

IT created a storm of social media debate when it was unveiled last week, and now Qantas’s new look roo is coming to an airport near you

A piece of English history inside this 'UFO'

A time machine sits on the waterfront in Portsmouth: a sleek, ovoid flying-saucer set among the harbour's oblong warehouses

In Israel, a New Passion for Palestinian Cuisine

“This can’t be it,” I told my husband, Hudy, as I steered our rental car past a fluorescent-lit gas station and through a traffic circle

Therapy dogs debut at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport

The list of airports with on-site teams of therapy dogs expanded on Thursday, with the debut of the K9 Crew at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport

Neighbours with the Queen

London is expensive. You’ve accepted this, you’re here anyway and you’re determined to stay central to see as much of this dynamic city as you can

Britain's best hotels for vegetarians

Risotto, pasta, bean burgers... Most restaurants these days tip their hat to non-meat-eaters, but there are some where vegetarianism is positively celebrated

The best Christmas gifts for skiers and snowboarders

From make-a-statement investments to handy stocking fillers, put a smile on your chairlift buddy's face this Christmas with these top gifts

Carnival Ship Alters Cruise Itinerary Due to Technical Issue

Due to a technical malfunction that has affected Carnival Liberty's maximum sailing speed, the ship's next voyage, a five-night Mexico itinerary, has been modified to include one fewer port call

How Travel Helps My Anxiety

My anxiety is something I typically choose not to discuss publicly. In fact, those who know me would probably be quite surprised to find that I have such a debilitating disorder

Wollongong Becomes Australia's Newest Cruise Port

Wollongong, 82 kilometres south of Sydney, has been placed on the cruising map with the arrival of the first ever cruise ship, Royal Caribbean International's Radiance of the Seas

Iran holiday guide: from Tehran to Isfahan and beyond

With staggering architecture, exotic landscapes and rich culture, Iran offers endless adventure. Resident Haleh Anvari is our guide around Persepolis, Yazd, Kashan and more

The White House

On this day in the year 1800, President John Adams became the first United States President to move into and take up residence in the Executive Mansion, later to be called "The White House."

In Saint John in Canada, Exploring the Legacy of the Loyalists

Oh, Canada. Not our home and native land; but: so close. But also: so not. Cross the northern border and things look and sound pretty much the same

Five things to love about the revamped Queen Mary 2

It is a makeover like few ships have seen. The $132 million overhaul earlier this year of Cunard Line's iconic Queen Mary 2 brought major changes to wide swaths of the vessel including eateries, lounges and suites

Every skier needs to ski Jackson Hole - even if it scares you to death

The laid-back ‘dirty boots and blue jeans’ western vibe of Jackson Hole, Wyo., proves the perfect way to catch your breath after conquering a 35-degree slope

Discover America's haunted Deep South

The Deep South is a world apart from the rest of the US — and potentially a portal to another plane, too

10 of the UK's cosiest cabins for winter weekends away

Fancy a rustic winter getaway without a side of frostbite? These cabins come with log burners, cosy nooks, and mountains of blankets

Carnival Spirit Cruise Ship Arrives in Sydney Harbour Greeted by a Trio of Water-Skiing Witches - Carnival Cruise Line

Carnival Cruise Line's 2,124-passenger Carnival Spirit marked its arrival in Sydney Harbour this morning -- the eve of Halloween -- with a spectacular display of parasailing, wakeboarding and water-skiing witches

Government Tries To Protect Air Travelers. Will Anyone Notice?

When the Transportation Department (DOT) announced new “enhanced” protections for air travelers last week, the reaction was predictable. Airlines complained loudly that they were being re-regulated

Glastonbury’s other festival: a carnival of lights in the West Country

For two weeks after Guy Fawkes night, night-time carnival parades light up Somerset towns, in what could be the region’s best-kept secret

Plane evacuated after possible bomb threat at Fort Lauderdale Airport

A Spirit Airlines flight was evacuated Sunday night after a possible bomb threat was made. The flight was given the all clear from authorities after a passenger on board a Spirit Airlines flight headed to Dallas from Fort Lauderdale made the threat, WSVN reported

The 10 Best Hotels in Chicago

You voted; we listened. From swanky, sky-high glass palaces to funky, forward-thinking digs in Jewelers Row, these are the 10 best hotels in Chicago, as rated in the 2016 Readers' Choice Awards survey

The Largest Marine Reserve Was Just Created in Antarctica

In a landmark deal reached Friday, 24 countries helped establish the largest marine reserve in the world, located in Antarctica

Upgraded Disney Wonder headed back to the U.S.

Disney Cruise Line finished its five-week dry dock refurbishment of Disney Wonder in Spain and has sent the line's second-oldest ship back to the U.S.

Why Thailand should be top of your list for 2017

Travellers can’t get enough of Thailand, and the accolades keep rolling in. If you’ve never been, or if you haven’t been in a while, put Thailand at the top of your list in 2017

The secret to haggling overseas without feeling guilty

Halloween is massive in Hong Kong. Shopping malls and theme parks embrace the holiday with decorations and events, and street markets stock an array of spooky masks, colourful wigs, and every costume you can imagine

The Death of Harry Houdini

On this day in 1926, the world-famous magician and illusionist Harry Houdini died of peritonitis from a burst appendix. The 52-year-old Houdini had been in considerable pain for many days beforehand, performing despite a fever of over 102° Fahrenheit

36 Hours in Malta

Many conquerors and countries have left their mark on this Mediterranean archipelago, and visitors will likely be entranced with the cultural mash-up

Air Horse One: This airline is strictly for the animals

On a flight out of Lexington, Ky.'s Blue Grass Airport earlier this month, passengers were served hay instead of pretzels and assigned stalls instead of seats

A high-luxury stay at Beijing's The Peninsula

Reopening after a multimillion dollar overhaul, the five-star hotel brings a whole new level of luxury to the city

The biggest theme park complex in the Middle East is about to open in Dubai

Dubai may be known for its record-breaking skyscrapers, but now it has become home to the largest theme park resort in the Middle East

The 20 greatest destinations in Italy - and the best time to go

From the splendour of Rome, the colour of Venice’s Carnevale, the art of Florence and the quaint trulli homes of Puglia, Italy is a country of year-long delights

What to Do If You Lost Your Passport in the Airport

It may not be as dire as you think. First, don't set up shop by the lost and found. The TSA and U.S. consulate and embassies abroad are there to help

7 Remote Islands That REALLY Want You To Move There

Whether it’s the changing seasons, the impending election, or just itchy feet and a need to see the world, there are many reasons to harbor a dream of up and moving far away

Brazilian Mama: boutique hotel chain Mama Shelter opens in Rio

Mama Shelter, a budget boutique hotel brand set up by the co-founder of Club Med, has plumped the cushions at a new design-focused property in Rio de Janeiro

The rebirth of 30,000-year-old recipes

Manila is moving towards a more globally diverse food scene – but it never forgets to celebrate its indigenous recipes and roots

SeaWorld penguin sporting tiny, custom wetsuit after unexpected feather loss

We’ve heard of a penguin tuxedo but have you ever seen a penguin wearing a wetsuit? Guests visiting Antarctica: Empire of the Penguin at SeaWorld Orlando can now see a tiny penguin that is a little bit more dressed up than her feathered friends

Hull Art Revealed for Norwegian Bliss Cruise Ship

A gorgeous mural of a humpback whale and her calf, along with other sea animals, will grace the hull of Norwegian Bliss, Norwegian Cruise Line revealed today. The ship is being custom-built for Alaska itineraries and set to debut spring 2018

Why Do Cruise Ships Float?

Cruise ships may weigh hundreds of thousands of tons, but they're still some of the best floaters out there. Here's how even the largest liner on the open ocean stays above water

Secret ways to save on cruise holidays plus more top travel tips

From cruise ships to eating out in China to travelling around Spain, these tips from Escape readers will help you cut your holiday costs

Do Not Anger the Travel Gods. Sweat the Details.

To the extent that the Haggler has ever considered travel insurance, it has taken place during the two seconds required to decline it when buying a ticket on Amtrak

Dedication of the Statue of Liberty

The Centennial Anniversary of the United States was approaching. The French public wanted to present a suitable gift to its sister democratic republic

Zika-free Bermuda draws a new, younger crowd

Bermuda has seen double-digit growth in the number of visitors under the age of 45 seeking a Zika-free island getaway

The Everything Guide to Nashville

What should I do when I visit Nashville? Consider this your guide to the best of Music City: the classics that aren't cliched, the up-and-coming neighborhoods, and the restaurants, bars, and museums you need to visit

'Lord of the Rings' Comes to Life for New Zealand Tourists

Fans of J.R.R. Tolkien's fantasy worlds have long flocked to New Zealand to explore the lands that inspired Peter Jackson's “Lord of the Rings” film adaptations

Who's winning the U.S. business class cabin showdown?

For business travelers flying in the U.S., this may be the best travel news all year. All three major U.S. legacy airlines have revamped business class

Disney: New castle-projection show debuts soon

A show featuring a new set of projections onto Cinderella Castle will debut soon at Magic Kingdom, Walt Disney World has announced

Cruises you can’t afford to miss in 2017

New ships, new destinations, new restaurants and activities. Get on board with 15 top river and ocean cruises for 2017

Twenty reasons to visit Santiago

Chile has a rich and turbulent history, incredible scenery and unforgettable food

That winter vacation just got cheaper

Depressed fuel prices, the growth of low-cost carriers and tumultuous world events have combined to do one nice thing for travelers: lower airfares

SkyWest pilot arrested for allegedly trying to fly while drunk

A SkyWest Airlines pilot was arrested for allegedly trying to fly a commercial plane while intoxicated. Police say 38-year-old Russell Duszak’s blood alcohol level was above the legal limit of .04

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Closes River Ride After Fatal Accident In Australia

After four people were killed at an amusement park in Australia, Busch Gardens is closing one of its similar rides

10 hotels to visit on Halloween

With Halloween on the horizon it’s a wonderful excuse for another mini break. The UK has a rich history of witchery, hauntings, sorcery and magic, so there are plenty of places to go that really capture the spooky spirit

Pacific Princess Sustains Damage, Cruise Cut Short and Next Cruise Canceled

Passengers on Princess Cruises' Pacific Princess are being forced to disembark early from their Mediterrean cruise after the ship hit a breakwater wall entering the port of Nice, causing damage to its port side under the water line

The hotels with voice-activated rooms and robot dinosaur butlers

With everything from robot butlers to voice-activated rooms now on offer, the future of hotels is now

Before You Take a Road Trip, Do This

A car is often seen as the first taste of freedom for a teenage driver. But getting behind the wheel, especially for longer trips, calls for skills and preparation

Opening of the New York City Subway

It was October 27, 1904 when the first underground line of the New York City subway opened. The construction methods at the time involved digging up the earth, digging the tunnel, building the subway and then re-covering the construction

Before the Wedding, a Test: 3,000 Miles of Barbecue

We’d drive southwest on Interstate 81, eating barbecue until we hit Memphis. The idea was juvenile in its simplicity, but amid planning a wedding and being a month from turning 30, something juvenile and simple was what I craved

10 haunted and historic hotels in Europe

From trick-or-treating and watching gory films to dodging creepy clowns at haunted houses, there are plenty of ways to ring in Halloween

A tough, beautiful adventure through the Northwest Passage

If you board Adventure Canada's 137-metre Ocean Endeavour thinking you're in for the marine equivalent of a walk in the park, you'll quickly learn otherwise

How to spend a weekend in Canberra

With the weather warming up, spring is the perfect time to visit Canberra – a city that can get brass monkeys in winter and stifling in the summer

New ‘secret’ cruise takes you to six mystery destinations

Passengers on a new 16-night luxury cruise will be sailing into the unknown, with no knowledge of their destinations, stop-over ports and connecting flights

From the Bridge: Are Sea Days An Endangered Concept?

The best days at sea I've ever had took place last week on a cruise line that doesn't "do" sea days. On a recent repositioning voyage aboard Viking Ocean Cruises' Viking Star – the vessel was taking an express route between New York and San Juan to start its Caribbean season -- our three-day itinerary didn't hit a single port of call

Which way for Witch City? Is Salem losing its spookiness?

Salem, Massachusetts, is famous for one thing: witches. The tourism authority is keen to promote the city's other attractions, but while living there for the city's month-long Halloween party, JW Ocker finds that witchery is far from dead

For Babies On A Plane, Hot Drinks And Co-Sleeping Pose A Risk

Airplanes are a remarkably safe way to travel, but small children can be injured while aloft. Skipping the hot coffee and putting small ones in the window seat can help, pediatricians say

Mystery Illness Forces British Airways Flight to Make Emergency Stop

British Airways Flight 286 left San Francisco Monday night headed for London — until the plane made an emergency stop in Vancouver when the entire 25-member flight crew reported ill

The 20 Most Haunted Places in America

Take a coast-to-coast tour of America's most haunted locations, where lingering spirits roam through the halls of hotels, abandoned insane asylums, Broadway theaters, and more

Mickey Mouse Is Getting the Best Birthday Present: A Trip Around the World

On November 18th, Mickey Mouse will turn 88. It's been a long road since the iconic character first made his on-screen debut on an episode of "Steamboat Willie," which aired on November 18, 1928

Lonely Planet names Sal Salis the fourth best place to stay in the world

It’s remote and not your typical hotel accommodation, but Sal Salis in Western Australia has been named the fourth best place in the world to stay in 2017

Rich white tourists to the rescue? The trouble with charity tourism

As far as beginnings go, it's not the most auspicious. We're in a slum just outside of Nairobi, gathered in a dusty garden behind a galvanised iron shack

Gunfight at the O.K. Corral

The Tombstone, Arizona Territory gang loosely known as "the Cowboys" had business interests that conflicted with the new Sheriff(s) in town: Virgil, Wyatt and Morgan Earp and their notorious partner "Doc" Holiday

15 Places Telling Tourists to Stay Home

Tourism can provide an incredible economic boost, sure, but some locales say it can also be harmful to the environment and negatively impact local populations

What to Expect at Trump's Newest Hotel, Opening This Week

Trump Hotels is cutting the ribbon on the new Trump International Hotel in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday

How to do autumn in Yellowstone

Bison surrounded our minivan. Big ones and little ones. Some weighing about a ton, strolling 3 feet outside my window. This was so Yellowstone

Disney World adds more exclusive wedding options

Almost 25 years after starting its wedding division, Walt Disney World is adding more over-the-top experiences

Best places to eat in New York

They say you could eat out in New York every night for 50 years and never visit the same dining establishment twice

The Loch, Berrima: Rustic charm with boutique touches

This rustic but supremely comfortable guesthouse is part of a renaissance of the wining and dining scene in the Southern Highlands

A journey up Vietnam's Red River

Offering the ultimate northern Vietnam experience, this river cruise takes travelers through several of the country's stunning highlights

Why Trump Is Changing The Name Of New Brand Hotels

The company has announced that new brand hotels will no longer bear the Trump name

Oregon's five-million-acre alien landscape

East of Oregon’s Cascade Mountains is an unexpected alien landscape of colourful badlands and rolling hills that extend for hundreds of miles

7 Reasons To Travel To 7 Continents

Traveling opens up your world in ways you could never imagine. It transforms you - helping you grow personally and professionally as you face people and

South Florida Educator Named Harmony of the Seas Cruise Ship Godmother

Royal Caribbean International has named Brittany Affolter, a manager with Teach for America, as godmother of Harmony of the Seas, its third Oasis-class cruise ship. Harmony of the Seas arrives in its U.S. homeport of Fort Lauderdale on November 8

The confessions of an airline pilot

From high earnings to emergency landings, airline pilots reveal the secrets of flying

The aeroplanes of tomorrow

The future of flight is looking increasingly barmy. Here's what we've got to look forward to

Falling in Love With Italy’s Blissful, Rustic Aeolian Islands

Where simplicity is luxury, time slows to the roll of the Mediterranean and meals are rivaled only by the crisp white wine

The October Revolution

On October 25, 1917, members of the Bolshevik Red Guards captured the Russian Winter Palace in Petrograd, heralding the October Revolution, sometimes called the Bolshevik Revolution

Singapore Air is again flying nonstop to USA from Singapore

Singapore Airlines is once again connecting Singapore to the USA with nonstop service. The airline celebrated the launch of its new Singapore-San Francisco route Sunday, officially restarting nonstop service from its home country to the USA after a break of about three years

Exploring the haunting ‘ghost villages’ of Italy’s Umbria region

In Umbria, just a 90-minute drive from Rome, Ellen Himelfarb discovers some of Italy’s most striking ‘ghost villages’ – towns of haunting beauty where mere handfuls of residents struggle to keep their way of life alive

The best windmills you can stay in

For much of the last century, Moulin 85 was a working mill, supplying flour to local boulangeries and patisseries

Three hip hotels that will convince you to visit Malta

Malta is throwing off its reputation as a place to retire and is reinventing itself as a holiday destination for weekend breaks and longer

Fred. Olsen's Black Watch Cruise Ship Set For Multi-Million Pound Refit - Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines' Black Watch is set for a massive multi-million-pound refit next month which will include a ship-wide refurbishment, upgraded in-cabin technology, new restaurants, new decor and new designs for the pubs and bars onboard

Trips Everyone Should Take in Their 30s

Sure, these dream vacations could make your bucket list in your 20s, 30s, 40s or beyond. But whether you’re coming into a little more disposable income, marriage, a mortgage or, for some, delayed adulthood in your 30s

10 of the best holidays for solo travellers

Travel companies are tapping into this growing market, offering adventurous trips across the globe for solo travellers wanting to meet like-minded people

Where gravediggers drank their pints

Since this Dublin pub opened in 1833, no singing or dancing has been allowed, and there’s never been a telephone or a TV

American Airlines Flight Delayed After Couple Gains Unauthorized Access To Plane, Boards Early

Authorities say a flight from Philadelphia to Boston was delayed and ultimately a different aircraft was used after a couple gained unauthorized access to the plane

13 killed as tour bus plows into big rig in Palm Springs, California

A tour bus crashed into the back of a truck on I-10 in Palm Springs. In addition to 13 deaths, at least 31 other people were injured, officials said

These are the world’s cheapest holiday destinations

They’re the top wallet-friendly destinations that offer serious bang for your buck

The most overrated (and underrated) cities in the world named

Travel is a matter of taste, and beauty in the eye of the onlooker. The things we see and do on our holidays are dependent on our perception of value, our personal tastes and mood, the sunshine and queue length

Arctic adventure with a conscience

Nothing but long woollen underwear and a waterproof onesie lie between me and the Arctic elements of Lofoten archipelago as I sit astride the speedboat's saddle-like front seat for unadulterated views and wind impact

The United Nations

The United Nations was not the first attempt at creating an organization dedicated to international understanding. Years earlier the League of Nations had failed prevent World War II

Recent Incidents Put a New Focus on Sexual Assault on Airplanes

Even before Jessica Leeds alleged last week that Donald Trump touched her inappropriately during a flight in 1979, many frequent fliers had concluded that increasingly cramped planes with fewer flight attendants walking the aisle seem to embolden gropers

American: 'Basic Economy' fares coming in 2017

American Airlines said it plans to remain on the offensive against "ultra low-cost" rivals that have expanded at its hub airports in recent years

North America's first over-ocean bungalows open in Playa Del Carmen, Mexico

Thatched huts on the Riviera Maya are a draw for honeymooning couples and feature private swimming platforms

How to spend a weekend in Gothenburg

Sweden’s second city, a civilised, stylish port on the south-west coast, is worth visiting at any time of year but comes alive in autumn with festivals and Halloween excess

The world's greatest ski resorts - according to you

Here at Telegraph Ski and Snowboard, we’re always telling you which ski resorts are best for this or that, from the most convenient ski-in/ski-out places to the snowiest spots for early or late season

Disney Cruise Line Introduces Marvel Day at Sea

Disney cruisers departing from New York City on select sailings next fall should keep an eye open for their favorite Marvel universe super heroes and super villains

9 Reasons To Leave New York For Toronto

People around the world dream of living in New York. Here

Egypt's tourism industry is still reeling but hope is on the horizon

Political upheaval, air crashes and fears over security at ancient sites have devastated the country's tourism industry - but the return of flights from the UK to Luxor is a welcome step towards recovery

The ancient guardians of a sacred trail

Living along the trail leading to Colombia's Ciudad Perdida, the proudly traditional Kogi people believe it's their duty to protect the natural world from ongoing threats

Cunard is Planning a Special Space-Themed Cruise Next Year

Cunard Line has announced a special cruise to celebrate next year's World Space Week. On the week-long sail to Southampton, England, passengers can attend talks from a NASA historian, a former astronaut, and the Commercial Director of Virgin Galactic, Stephen Attenborough

Surf Air Expands All-You-Can-Fly Private Jet Service to Europe

When Surf Air launched in California three years back, it billed itself as something like the Netflix of private jet services. Members would pay a flat monthly fee, starting at $1950, and in return could fly as much as they wanted on the company’s set-departure, set-destination itineraries

A stay at Chip and Joanna Gaines' perfectly fixed-up Magnolia House

Two green blocks stared back from the screen like a traffic light signaling, "Go. Go." Could they be? Vacancies?

Is this London's rudest museum?

The biggest collection of underwear ever to go on display is at London’s V

Things to do in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles: A three-minute guide

Bathed in the flashlight of sidewalk-dwelling paparazzi, the celebrity stamping ground of Beverly Hills is itself a star in fame-obsessed LA

The Straits of Magellan

On October 21, 1519, a small fleet of Spanish ships led by Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan arrived at 52 degrees south seeking to round South America in its quest for a western passage to the Spice Islands of Indonesia

Philadelphia Is Having a Harry Potter Festival This Weekend

Do you feel like your letter from Hogwarts somehow got lost in the mail? If so, you can still get super wizardy this weekend

Quirky places to stay, from treehouses to caves

When family and friends in Portland, Ore., found out where we were staying during a recent visit, they just had to come and take a look

The top free things to see in Tokyo

It’s just been named the best city in the world by Condé Nast Traveler but don’t let its reputation for being pricey turn you off. These top sights are completely free

The one thing that shouldn't be part of the family holiday

The sky is streaked with tangerine as the sun sets over the ocean. We dine with our toes in the sand on freshly caught tuna, sipping chablis, as the children eat pasta paired with homemade lemonade

This wins for scariest campsite ever

It takes a certain kind of person to scramble up a mountainside, rappel down to a portaledge and spend the night on the side of a cliff

Why This Aborted Airplane Landing Only LOOKS Like Terror Incarnate

To passengers, unexpected bumps during a flight can be utterly terrifying. But to pilots, they’re usually nothing more unusual than the bumps you’d feel while riding in a car

Silversea Reveals the Eight Restaurants on Silver Muse

When Silversea's newest luxury cruise ship, Silver Muse, debuts in April 2017, it will feature eight restaurants, many of which are new to the line

Surprising holiday destinations for LGBT travellers

A new survey showed a quarter of LGBT travellers hide their true selves on holiday. Where, aside from the obvious hotspots, can you feel safe?

First look: Inside the revamped Queen Mary 2

Just how much has changed aboard Queen Mary 2, the famed Cunard ocean liner that recently underwent a massive makeover?

36 Hours in San Sebastián, Spain

Beyond the beach, this seaside resort’s enticements include art, architecture and, of course, dining on delectable small plates at pintxo bars

JFK Airport Will Soon Be Way Less Stressful (At Least They Hope So)

Turns out, all it takes to reduce airport stress is some reflecting on the past—and a little clairvoyance

The White House Wants to Protect Air Travelers' Rights

The U.S. Department of Transportation revealed its plan to protect the rights of air travelers, releasing a list of airline transportation rules this week

The Hollywood Black List

On October 20, 1947, a Congressional committee began investigating Hollywood writers and actors in one of the darkest moments of what is now known as the "Red Scare."

Five myths about premium economy

If the sight of your fellow passengers relaxing in premium economy has you filled with envy as you squeeze into your tiny seat, you're not alone

Visit picturesque Holualoa on the island of Hawaii — and you may never want to leave

A sleepy artist community suspended 1,400 feet above Kailua-Kona on the slopes of Hualalai Volcano, Holualoa has a downtown that is uncrowded, unassuming, picturesque and quirky

Boston's Liberty Hotel offers a warm welcome in a former jail

The former Charles Street Jail has all of the gravitas you'd expect for a national historic landmark, but inside a warm welcome awaits

In pictures: The world's best cities for street art

Berlin Berlin is synonymous with street art, and for some historic examples, head to the East Side Gallery, a 1.3-km section of the Berlin Wall that's covered with 105 paintings by artists from all over the world

The dramatic Utah filming locations for HBO's Westworld

The dusty and dramatic eastern Utah landscapes around Moab used to portray HBO’s futuristic theme park have appeared on both the big and small screen dozens of times before

You Can Borrow A Shelter Dog To Visit Maui's Gorgeous Beaches

What could make a Hawaii vacation better? PUPPIES

The secret behind Italy's rarest pasta

It's so difficult and time-consuming to prepare, that for 300 years only the women of a single Sardinian family knew how to make it

5 Things To Do Right Now For Holiday Travel

Ready to book your holiday travel? Do this first

Chanel's Karl Lagerfeld is Opening a Glamorous Hotel Chain

Fashion guru and Chanel creative director Karl Lagerfeld has announced his intention to open a chain of hotels and restaurants, according to a statement released Monday

Norwegian cruise has enough to please millennials, baby boomers

The goal aboard Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Escape: Not to end up at a buffet dinner or watching the comedy juggler twirl knives, hats and balls

What you should look for on a cruise

Here are five things you may miss on a cruise ship unless you actually look for them

The Mysterious Reason Tourists Keep Mailing Rocks Back To Hawaii

These are not the type of souvenirs you want to bring home

The First Chief Justice

On this date in 1789, Chief Justice John Jay is sworn in as the first Chief Justice of the United States. Nominated by George Washington to fill the role, John Jay helped to develop early principles upon which the nation's highest court would later build its jurisprudence

The Best Hotels in New York City

Whether you want top-shelf luxury or funky boutique, the best hotels in New York City offer something for every kind of traveler

Hawaiian Airlines Debuts an Airplane Themed After Disney's Newest Movie

For a limited time, travelers with Hawaiian Airlines can experience the carrier's exclusive Moana-themed jets, with special livery, interiors, and products

Famous for its ties to Dracula, Romania has other surprising stories

Think of Romania, and Dracula and Ceausescu come to mind. But the historically rich and scenic country is one of the few surprises left in Europe

Best places to eat in Singapore: The locals’ secret guide

On the surface, Singapore appears as any modern, heaving Asian city: all heat and humidity

Southwest, JetBlue booking systems back up after tech glitch

Travel software company Sabre says it fixed a glitch that affected bookings on its airline partners such as Southwest, Virgin America and JetBlue

What it's like to drink in the world's best bar

What makes a bar -- located at the lower edge of Manhattan and named after a notorious 19th-century gang of Irish-Americans who roamed the nearby streets -- worthy of being named the best in the world?

The Real Reason Airplane Windows Don't Always Align With Your Seat

Have you ever had to crane your neck just to glimpse a sliver of skyline from the airplane window right next to your seat? It’s frustrating when your window seat offers more wall than window

Carnival Cruise Line to Increase Size of Long Beach Cruise Terminal

Carnival Cruise Line will more than double the size of its Long Beach terminal, near Los Angeles, allowing the infrastructure to accommodate newer ships with larger numbers of passengers

Explore the beach towns of Riviera Nayarit

Riviera Nayarit is a 200-mile stretch of verdant coastline on Mexico's Pacific coast

Tips for the solo, younger female traveler

You’re a young woman with no qualms about traveling abroad on your own. Before you hit your bucket-list destinations, however

The Best Cruise Lines in the World

Condé Nast Traveler readers rank the best cruise lines in the world in our 2016 Readers' Choice Awards survey, including large ships (more than 2,500 passengers), medium ships (500 to 2,500 passengers), small ships (fewer than 500 passengers), and river cruises

Shop Kristen Stewart's Super Cool (and Actually Attainable) Airport Style

If only we could all be as cool as Kristen Stewart when strolling through an airport

9 European Cities You Probably Haven't Visited Yet - But Totally Should

Throw away that cliched European bucket list: we’re here to sing the praises of the continent’s less-celebrated gems

The Basel Earthquake

On this day in 1356, one of the most devestating earthquakes ever to hit northern Europe struck the small Swiss town of Basel, situated at the southern end of the Upper Rhine Graben

Welcoming Back a Historic Little Inn

There aren’t many hotel options on the Point Reyes Peninsula, Northern California’s national seashore, but in September 2015, West Marin County welcomed back one more: The Olema

Now flying on American: Real international-style premium economy seats

A true international-style premium economy seat is finally flying for a U.S. carrier. American Airlines became the first U.S. carrier to offer such a seat on Oct. 4

Find adventure on Kauai's dirt roads and the "Grand Canyon of the Pacific"

Sleepy Waimea town, in western Kauai 20 miles from the resorts in Poipu, is a remote but ideal base for exploring Waimea Canyon (the “Grand Canyon of the Pacific”)

Eurostar cutting jobs and train services because of Brexit

After Marmite, the next institution under threat as a result of Brexit is Eurostar. The train operator is to cut one in 12 services from London St Pancras to Paris and Brussels, due to a “challenging environment”

Soneva: the last word in barefoot, eco-friendly chic

Back in 1990, when Sonu Shivdasani was 25, he and his wife Eva, a Swedish model whom he met on his sister’s yacht in Monaco while still an Oxford undergraduate, visited the Maldives

Scenic River Cruises to Offer River Cruise Guarantee For Water Levels, Strikes and More

In a unique move, Scenic will offer a river cruising travel guarantee for all its passengers that will issue monetary refunds for delays and cancellations stemming from river water levels, weather, labor strikes, mechanical breakdowns and natural disasters

4 Reasons To Travel Solo In A Group

Whether you’re an introvert, or the most talkative person in a room, it can be difficult to meet new people when you’re alone. Traveling solo but within a group guarantees a built in social network

A bookworm’s tour of Barcelona’s librerías

The Catalan capital may be more famous for Gaudí and tapas, but it has dozens of great bookshops, too

What visitors to Thailand need to know after King Bhumibol's death

As Thailand mourns the loss of King Bhumibol Adulyadej, who reigned for more than 70 years, visitors to the country may be wondering what impact the situation will have on their journeys and how they can show their respect

London swings back to the 1960s

The Victoria and Albert Museum in London stages an ambitious look at 1960s counter culture

10 Resorts You Never Knew Were Owned by Celebrities

From Marlon Brando's reworked private island paradise to Francis Ford Coppola's secret Guatemala retreat, here are ten of our favorite celebrity-backed resorts across the world

Best family friendly city breaks in Europe in autumn

Fancy a city break but not sure where to go? Let top family travel bloggers inspire you with the 10 best family friendly city breaks in Europe in autumn

Bali: The insiders’ guide of where to eat, drink and relax

They come with a one-way ticket, lured by the affordable luxury lifestyle, in hope of finding creative nirvana or simply soul-searching, however cliched it may be

Unforgettable journeys you can have in France

Getting away from the crowds: There's a side of France that few travellers get to experience

The London Beer Flood

They say too much beer is bad for you. Meux's Brewery Co Ltd was a London brewery located at Tottenham Court Road and Oxford Street, one of the city's poorer districts at the time. On October 18, 1814 a vat of beer 22 feet high and containing approximately 135,000 gallons ruptured

36 Hours in Asheville, N.C.

Mountain-ringed and progressively minded, the city that calls itself Land of the Sky is renowned for its creative spirit

Southwest unveils Cuba flights

Southwest Airlines announced Thursday it would begin scheduled flights to Cuba on Nov. 13, following competitors to serve the Caribbean island after a 50 year hiatus from the U.S.

Hong Kong's Tuve Hotel is so hip it really does hurt

Achingly cool and acutely uncomfortable hotel captures the coldness of its Swedish lake namesake, minus the Northern Lights

Hundreds of flights worldwide delayed by 'cyber-attack'

Fears of a campaign of cyber attacks on leading airlines have grown after a “systems issue” delayed dozens of United Airlines flights worldwide

The perfect holiday in Vietnam: our expert's ultimate itinerary

Here’s the scene. The Hai Van Pass, which crosses coastal mountains between Hue and Danang, forms a natural barrier across Vietnam’s tiny waist

Uniworld Partnership Offers Voluntourism Trips Before and After India River Cruises

Starting in 2017, Uniworld Boutique River Cruises will offer voluntourism pre- and post- trips on one of its most exotic river cruise itineraries, India's Ganges River

This Has Got To Be The Most Underrated Island Paradise On Earth

Ask any traveler to run down their bucket list of islands to visit, and you’ll almost certainly recognize the lineup. Hawaii, Fiji, Bali, and Bora Bora are all stunning spots, to be sure. One name you probably won’t hear, however, is Vanuatu

Orlando's Theme Parks Are Officially Spooky Scream Parks

Fiery-colored leaves and shorter days mark the beginning of fall. But in the Sunshine State, the leaves aren't turning...but signs of autumn are everywhere

Italy's beautiful new attraction

It's hard to escape the pull of the Italian capital, but these new pilgrim trails open up a beautiful new world

Black doctor says Delta waved her away from sick passenger

A black female doctor said she was blocked by a flight attendant from helping an unresponsive man and questioned about her credentials

Everything You Need to Know About Zika, in the U.S. and Abroad

If you’ve been following the advancement of the Zika virus—the mosquito-borne disease that’s been spreading throughout Latin America, the Caribbean, and most recently, into southern Florida—it may feel as though the virus is unstoppable

Upgrade a campus visit to Ann Arbor, Madison with Graduate Hotels

Football season is an exciting time to visit college towns, which have a charm all their own. They now have their own hotel brand, too, with Graduate Hotels

Marine artist Wyland to create hull design for new Norwegian Bliss cruise ship

Norwegian Cruise Line has tapped renowned marine wildlife artist Wyland, who has a gallery in downtown Fort Lauderdale, to design the hull artwork for its next new ship, Norwegian Bliss, set for delivery in spring 2018

The Battle of Hastings

On October 14th in the year 1066, a battle took place in England that in many ways determined the course of the next one thousand years of western history. The Norman army of Duke William of Normandy in France fought the English Army of King Harold II

10 alternatives to popular holiday destinations

There’s a reason why everyone flocks to destinations like New York City, South Florida and Cancun in December and January — between great weather, fun activities and festive atmospheres, they’re popular around the holidays year after year

Restored mansion in Quebec countryside offers relaxing escape

This stately mansion had fallen into such disrepair that when owners Valérie Arseneau and Martin Bouchard first laid eyes on the property, rain was falling indoors and plaster was dropping off the walls

The celebrity homes you can visit

One way to see inside a celebrity home is by getting invited over. Prince was famed for hosting all-night parties, but he’s not the only one to have opened up his doors; Justin Bieber’s done it and Elton John is famed for it

Valence - and other delicious French destinations you've probably never heard of

From the outside, France presently appears a country in crisis. On the inside, the French are eating. Simple as that. Irritations come and go, but it is the mark of a great nation to pursue its destiny regardless

If You Get Sick After A Flight, It's Not The Reason You Think

If you’ve ever come down with a cold after a plane trip, you may have blamed the recycled air in the cabin. But as the SciShow video above explains, this notion doesn’t quite fly

Moviegoers get the luxe treatment at new iPic theater in New York

‘Sinfully decadent’ seating and ‘farm-to-table cocktails’ entice one writer to see what all the fuss is about and whether it’s worth $28 for the premium experience

How much does Wi-Fi cost on cruises?

Fretting for your Facebook fix while on a cruise? Help is at hand. Not so long ago many people heading off on a cruise did not know what Wi-Fi was, now they can’t do without it

Two giant new ships on the way for Royal Caribbean

Get ready for a new class of ship at Royal Caribbean. The Miami-based cruise giant on Monday ordered a pair of 5,000-passenger vessels from a Finnish shipyard that will have an all-new design

Waldorf Astoria Is Coming to California

Look out, California: The Waldorf Astoria is launching a full-on plan of attack. The hotel brand, which recently announced plans to open its first-ever property in San Francisco—in the trendy SoMa neighborhood in 2020 or 2021—is also coming to Los Angeles

Southwest grows out West, adds two Salt Lake City-California routes

Southwest Airlines is adding two new destination from Salt Lake City. The carrier will launch the California routes on March 9, adding daily nonstop service to both Burbank and Sacramento. Southwest will offer two daily round-trips on the Burbank route and one to Sacramento

The Knights Templar

In the year 1307 AD, October 13th fell on a Friday. King Philip IV of France was deeply in debt to the powerful religious order, the Knights Templar. The King began to pressure Pope Clement V to disband the order and seize their holdings which had grown vastly since the order's humble beginnings during the early crusades

Soothing Ruffled Guests: Hotels Meet Threat of Bad Reviews

Pam and Larry Willis had recently purchased the Gables Wine Country Inn in California’s Sonoma wine region four years ago when they received it: their first TripAdvisor threat

Photo tour: Inside one of Europe's most elegant river ships

Originally built in 1987 for the First Danube Steamboat Shipping Company, the Mozart was completely gutted and reconstructed this year for luxury line Crystal, which is entering the river cruise business for the first time

The world's most luxurious travel experiences

When money's no object, the world is your oyster. Whether you want to sail the high seas in a super-yacht or go beachcombing on your own private island

Great feminist destinations to take your children on holiday

To mark International Day of the Girl, we offer 16 fantastic destinations for the whole family to celebrate the achievements and ideas of women

Freeport Closed, Other Bahamas Ports and Private Islands Reopening After Hurricane Matthew

While most cruise lines are getting back to normal itineraries after Hurricane Matthew, the storm has affected some ports in the Bahamas, most notably shuttering Freeport on the archipelago's Grand Bahama island

10 Of The Most Haunted Hotels In America

Paranormal activity has been reported at these properties across the country. According to some paranormal enthusiasts, some of the oldest hotels across the country might have guests that have long overstayed their welcome

2 Planes Clip Wings On Ground At Newark Liberty International Airport, No Injuries Reported

Two airplanes have clipped wings while on the ground at New Jersey's Newark Liberty International Airport. No injuries were reported in the Tuesday evening incident. But both airplanes had minor damage

Neon city: Aerial shots of London by night

"I'll just step out for a second," says aerial photographer Timo Lieber, before swinging out of the helicopter with his camera, just a few hundred meters over the glittering London cityscape

The essential things you need to know before visiting Japan

First thing you have to do when you visit Japan? Prepare yourself. Prepare yourself for an incredible experience in one of the weirdest and most wonderful places on Earth

Port Fairy accommodation: Drift House BampB review

Down the far western end of the Great Ocean Road, Port Fairy home baker Sandra Showler’s yoyo biscuits have won first prize at the historic maritime town’s local show for two years running

Missing passport? Arrested? What to do if you're in trouble overseas

You’re in a foreign country and the unthinkable happens. You’ve lost your passport and all your money. Or you’re injured. Or you have been arrested. Or you’ve run into visa problems

Explore Iceland's Hidden Sights with a 'Stopover Buddy'

Icelandair is bringing back its popular Stopover Buddy Service, pairing visitors with a member of the Icelandair team to offer exclusive tours. Read on

Why The Best Way to Sightsee in Montreal Is By Scooter

Canada’s second-largest city may be a sprawling metropolis of 160 square miles, but most visitors stay within an area of less than seven square miles—think downtown, and the Rosemont, Mile End, and Plateau neighborhoods

You Can Get Frequent Flier Miles for Donating to Hurricane Matthew Relief

A week after Hurricane Matthew stormed through the Caribbean and up along the coast of the U.S., leaving hundreds dead and thousands of homes and businesses destroyed in its path, relief efforts continue

Christopher Columbus

On this day in 1492, the expedition of explorer Christopher Columbus's made landfall in the Caribbean, specifically in The Bahamas

The Best Cruise Ship Spas

It is hard to imagine the ancient Egyptians, with their extensive knowledge of both sail construction and kohl eyeliner, getting elaborate spa therapies at sea. But a lot has changed since the debut of the turn-of-the-century Prinzessin Victoria Luise, which kicked off the age of pleasure cruise travel as we know it

Hurricane Matthew Unearthed Cannonballs That Date Back to the Civil War

After Hurricane Matthew passed through an island in South Carolina, residents found it had uncovered Civil War-era cannonballs

The Aussies spot that's pure magic

Standing on the rocks of Ubirr, I fumbled with the camera on my phone. So many photo filters to choose from, so little time

A 600-mile walk to a singing river

Tom Hendrix doesn't advertise his wall, but its fame has spread by word of mouth to become something of a pilgrimage site

10 of the best luxury hostels in Europe

It is possible to enjoy a budget city break without compromising on comfort and facilities, as this selection from a new guide by Kash Bhattacharya shows

An Arctic Dilemma

The Arctic has a stark beauty. It’s as fragile as it is forbidding. And it remains one of the rare places on Earth where so much remains either untouched by humans or so lightly touched that they’ve left no trace

In New Orleans, the ghosts are like family

It’s a generally accepted fact that New Orleans is unlike any other American city. Where else will you find people willingly boarding buses marked “Cemeteries”

Greek food as you've never seen it

When morning coffee is served as thick, dark and potentially brain-exploding as this, we can only be in Athens

How To Get A Refund If You'Re Too Sick To Fly

There actually are hard and fast rules for when you shouldn’t hit the skies—at least according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

5 Reasons To Go On a Basecamp Antarctica Cruise

When a majority of folks think about traveling the world, Antarctica typically isn

Royal Caribbean Orders Two New Icon Class Ships

Royal Caribbean’s next class of cruise ship will be powered by liquefied natural gas (LNG) and introduce the use of fuel cell technology to dramatically reduce greenhouse gas emissions

The world’s best hotel pools

Take a dip with a view at one of the nominees for this year’s Smith Hotel Awards

Saturday Night Live

On this date in 1975, Saturday Night Live had its debut as a new comedy show for NBC. The cast showcased unknown talents including Dan Aykroyd, John Belushi, Chevy Chase, Jane Curtin, Garrett Morris, Laraine Newman, and Gilda Radner

Traveling With a Special Diet? Hotels and Cruises Are Ready

Healthy or vegetarian options on cruises and at hotels aren’t a novel concept nowadays. Green juices? Yes. Low-carb, vegan and gluten-free? No problem

Emotional-support animals? Vague rules fuel conflict

Is it time to ground emotional-support animals for good? Many airline passengers say so. Maureen Van Dorn, flying from Tucson to Chicago for a funeral recently, was surprised by a large Dalmatian next to her in seat 3B

Why Gatwick and Heathrow both expanding will be a good thing

Pity the passenger inbound to Heathrow or Gatwick, and the residents living some thousands of feet below the circling aircraft

Island mentality: how the Hebrides shaped British culture

Writers including JM Barrie, Compton Mackenzie, George Orwell and Robert Louis Stevenson spent formative periods on the remote, wild, romantic Hebrides

The UK city that's actually affordable

A little bit of Britain, a little bit of Ireland and little bit of something completely individual is how residents describe the capital of Northern Ireland

The Denali National Park Husky Puppycam Is Pure Joy

Get ready to squeeeel because Denali National Park has launched its annual live sled dog puppycam featuring the park's latest litter: Happy, Party, Piñata, Cupcake, and Hundo

Late-night eats along London's 24-hour tube

The launch of the Night Tube means residents and travelers can wine and dine into the wee small hours across the UK capital at weekends

These Are The Main Reasons Your Passport Application Gets Denied

f you're traveling outside of the U.S., for the most part you need a passport in order to be able to do so. Getting one of those little blue booklets can sometimes be a hassle, however, and takes a bit of planning

The World’s Most Spectacular Masquerade Party Is in Detroit

It's like a twisted dark carnival from your best nightmares

Best pools on cruise ships you have to see

A record 41 cruise ships are in Australian waters over the summer season. Take a look at some of the best pools on board

World's longest cruise is the ultimate bucket list experience

Are you time rich with more than £100,000 ($A164,000) to spare? Then you've just over three months to prepare for the world's most comprehensive cruise - a 357-day odyssey taking in all of the world's seven continents

The Resignation of Spiro Agnew

On this day in 1973, Vice President Spiro Agnew resigned from office. Agnew pleaded nolo contendere to criminal charges of money laundering and tax evasion after the revelation that he accepted bribes while governor of the state of Maryland

KLM Founded

Founded on October 7, 1919, KLM is the oldest airline in the world operating under its original name. The first flight was on May 17, 1920 from London Croydon to Amsterdam on a press flight

36 Hours in Mumbai, India

Glamour hub, culinary capital, coastal metropolis: The teeming city of Mumbai has enough sights, glitter and art for everyone

Hurricane Matthew: Fliers face rough travel day Friday

Air travelers faces another day of severe flight disruptions in the Southeast as Hurricane Matthew menaced the coast there

She's an active U.S. military member, newly crowned Miss USA, and now godmother of Carnival Vista

Deshauna Barber has been making history lately. As a U.S. Army Reserve officer, she was the first active military member to be crowned Miss USA last June. Now she’ll make history for Carnival Cruise Line too

10 beds for under £10 each: The cheapest sleeps in Europe's capitals

It might not be in the coolest area of Berlin, but Baxpax Downtown is extremely central, so it’s ideal for sights such as the Brandenburg Gate and the Holocaust Memorial (both about 15 minutes’ walk away)

Hurricane Matthew Forces Cruise Port Closures

Six U.S. cruise ports have shut down as a result of the imminent threat of Hurricane Matthew, which is expected to approach Florida's east coast Thursday evening

The 5 Best Shopping Cities In The World

Our readers spend much of the year circling the globe, trying not to waste a meal, a night’s stay, a moment

The Church of 100 doors, Paros, Greece

Christianity and Greek mythology meet at this fourth century church moments from the busy port – and in the island’s annual festivities

India's biryani wars

Biryani, the centrepiece of countless Indian holidays and weddings – where it regularly upstages the cake – is at the centre of a contentious cultural firestorm

Disney, Sea World Among Orlando Parks To Announce Early Closing

Tourists who flock to Orlando's major theme parks were disappointed Thursday when all of them closed early because of Hurricane Matthew and planned to stay shut down until Saturday

Air NZ plan to be the new transit hub for America flights

Air New Zealand wants to become the new transit hub for Australians travelling to North and South America, launching a campaign focusing on the airline's long-haul routes

Three days in Helsinki, a low-rise city that’s big on things to do

Mainland Europe’s most northerly capital has wonderful Art Nouveau architecture, a thriving New Nordic cuisine scene and design culture in its DNA

At the Sydney Airport Auction, Buy Thousands of Lost Items for $1

Need a China tea set? A stuffed animal kangaroo? How about a few jars of left-behind Vegemite? The Sydney Airport has you covered: Its annual online auction is back in a big way, with 5,000 items for sale starting at just $1

A Maine hotel that takes luxury to the very edge

The good news is that the Cliff House is a hotel reborn. It’s gone through a striking metamorphosis and is now a luxury resort with an infinity pool, a 9,000-square-foot spa, and a beautiful on-site restaurant

How to salvage a Caribbean vacation in the wake of Hurricane Matthew

You've been waiting all year, or month, or week for a much-needed vacation in the Caribbean. And then Hurricane Matthew shows up and pops your "Bon Voyage" balloons. But know that all is not lost: You can salvage your trip, or at the very least, avoid a total financial loss

Boeing Wants to Travel to Mars Before SpaceX Does

Remember that “Get a Mac” ad campaign from around a decade ago? On one side of a minimalist room, you had the PC, played by a suit-and-tie John Hodgman—all business, by-the-book, and old-school polite professionalism

When You Should Book a Hotel for the Holidays

You can save a lot of money on a hotel for the holidays with the right timing

Coast Guard: Crew airlifts sick man from cruise ship near mouth of Mississippi

The 84-year-old man has been taken to West Jefferson Medical Center in Marrero, according to the U.S. Coast Guard

The 10 most magnificent temples in South-East Asia

South-East Asia’s top temples, in settlements from Bangkok to Yangon, are ideal places to find serenity in the region’s bustling cities

Jennifer Aniston swaps first-class for economy in new Emirates ad

She was slammed for starring in the "snobbiest ad ever", but now Jennifer Aniston is attempting to show she can be just like the rest of us

In Miami's Zika zone, shoppers shrug and put on bug spray

"This is actually the first time that I've gone out in short sleeves and shorts in a while," Neumann, 34, says, looking down at her shorts as she walks her dog on a muggy day at the open-air Lincoln Road Mall. "But I'm always wearing bug spray no matter where I'm going, pretty much."

Hong Kong's most scenic drives

It may not seem like it from the middle of a traffic jam in the narrow backstreets of Wan Chai, but Hong Kong is a destination made for driving

Hawaiian Airlines Faces Dot Investigation For Weighing Passengers

Two American Samoan businessmen have filed complaints with the U.S. Department of Transportation allegeding they may have been the target of discrimination after being weighed while boarding a recent flight from Honolulu

In search of Burma's wizards-saints

“I can see your future and that of everyone I meet,” smiled U Aung Baung, as the gilded dome of the legendary Shwedagon Pagoda glistened behind him in the night. “But, you have to start following Buddhist precepts before I can tell you anything.”

Regent's Seven Seas Voyager Scheduled for Luxury Makeover

As part of Regent Seven Seas Cruises' $125 million fleet refurbishment plan, Seven Seas Voyager will receive a luxury makeover in fall 2016. It will come out of dry dock in early November with upgraded public spaces and suites, inspired by the style of the line's recent new-build, Seven Seas Explorer (deemed "the world's most luxurious cruise ship" by Regent)

The ultimate guide to a weekend in Melbourne

Melbourne has long prided itself as Australia's arts capital. This year its premier arts showcase, the Melbourne Festival welcomes a new (British) director, Jonathon Holloway, who has promised more public acts - such as Les Tambours De Feu by Catalan company Deabru Beltzak, which will see dancers with pyrotechnics and drums traverse Melbourne laneways

Jason Lewis Completes His Journey

Little recognized by most people, October 6, 2007 Jason Lewis became the first human to circumnavigate the planet entirely under his own power, using no motors and no sails. A British native, Jason Lewis was born in 1967 in Yorkshire, England

Art Deco Los Angeles

The architectural treasures scattered throughout the city are no skyscrapers, but they still soar

Love the ocean? 7 things travelers can do to care for whales, sea turtles and other sealife

Whether you swim, snorkel, whale-watch or enjoy walking barefoot in the sand, nothing beats an ocean escape

Michelin-starred food for under £2? The world’s cheapest top restaurants

You don’t have to drop hundreds of pounds for a prestigious meal these days – we find top-rated plates for a couple of quid

Matthew: More airlines waiving fees for U.S. flights

Air travelers were keeping a wary eye on Hurricane Matthew as it churned toward the USA

Do you agree with airlines introducing child-free zones on flights?

As far as contentious air travel issues go, it’s up there with what constitutes free hand luggage and who the arm rest between two passengers really belongs to

New Zealand's Summer Cruise Season Starts with 11 First-Time Ships on the Way

The 2016-17 summer cruise season has officially begun in New Zealand with the arrival of the first international ship repositioning from the Northern Hemisphere. Celebrity Cruises' Celebrity Solstice arrived in Auckland on 4 October on its way from Hawaii to Australia, where it will be based in Sydney for a series of voyages back to New Zealand and the South Pacific

This Tiny Island Has Got To Be Britain's Best-Kept Secret

We’re always looking for ways to get away from it all, whether it’s for a quick visit, a long stay or to escape a certain fluffy-haired political candidate

EU plan to counter Brexit: give teenagers free InterRail tickets

Brussels will consider the proposal by MEPs which is seen as a way of rekindling enthusiasm for the European project

Disney Unveils Details On First 'Guardians Of The Galaxy' Ride

Disney may have upset fans when it announced it would be closing the iconic Tower of Terror thrill ride for a splashier reboot, but the theme park is forging ahead with its plans for its first Marvel comics-themed ride in the U.S

91-Year-Old Woman Who Skipped Cancer Treatment to Go RVing Across the Country Dies After Year-Long Adventure

When faced with a cancer diagnosis at age 90, Norma Jean Bauerschmidt chose the open road over the hospital

Three top hotels to get the best of San Francisco on any budget

If you’re going to San Francisco … you can keep the flowers in your hair but don’t forget your stamina

Ultimate dream job: The Aussie who sleeps in luxury hotels for a living

The ultimate dream job? Meet the Melbourne blogger who travels the world staying in luxury hotels

Beyond Kitsch in Skopje

From my hotel room’s balcony, Skopje, the capital of Macedonia, lay before me like a curiosity shop at the crossroads of antiquity and absurdity

Six tips to doing laundry on a cruise

Laundry, it's the only sign of reality to ever rear its ugly head during a cruise holiday. Here are six ways to ease the pain of dirty clothes

First Televised Presidential Address

On October 5, 1947, President Harry Truman made the first presidential address broadcast by television. In 1947, however, only a few thousand Americans had televisions

Boeing Wants to Project Clouds and Stars Into Its Airplane Cabins

Airplane manufacturers are constantly innovating to minimize costs or outpace the competition and, if the diagrams and designs that pass through the U.S. Patent Office are any indication, no idea is too crazy

Plane Makes Emergency Diversion Because of Airport Worker Trapped in Cargo

A TAAG Angola Airlines flight made an emergency diversion 40 minutes after takeoff on Saturday when it was discovered that a worker was trapped in the cargo hold

Piemonte, Tuscany's lovely stepsister, is the perfect wine trip

At harvest time in northern Italy, layers of fog drift romantically over hillside vineyards of ripened nebbiolo grapes. Those from five tiny villages near Alba, the sleepy capital of the Langhe region of Piemonte, will go into the country's greatest red wine, Barolo

Best theme parks in the United States

No one does theme parks like the US. You’ll find dozens of family fun magnets scattered all across the country, from Disney’s and Universal’s vast entertainment metropolises in California and Florida to more than a dozen roller-coaster-packed parks by Six Flags

Obsidian Trail shows off some of Oregon’s most splendid mountain scenery

After a day spent on the Obsidian Trail exploring the western bases of North and Middle Sister, it is easy to understand why the U.S. Forest Service limits the number of hikers and horseback riders who can enter the area each day

Hurricane Matthew Wreaking Havoc On Caribbean Cruise Line Itineraries

Hurricane Matthew is already bringing torrential rains to the Caribbean, sending hundreds of people in Jamaica and Haiti to emergency shelters over the weekend

Hong Kong's urban explorers

From abandoned theatres to underground mines, adrenaline junkies HK Urbex are on a mission to immortalize Hong Kong’s forgotten structures – before they’re lost forever

Arctic cruise boom poses conundrum for Canada's indigenous communities

Climate change has made the North-West Passage navigable and Inuit welcome the chance to profit but seek regulations to avoid being overwhelmed by tourism

You Can Sleep Over The Sea In Mexico's Glass-Bottomed Bungalows

f you’re spending your days dreaming up ways to escape the swiftly approaching winter, there’s a brand new option for you to consider ― and it’s straight out of a dream

How to Have a Luxury Vacation for Less

Who doesn’t like the idea of a luxury vacation? Ponying up the money for an upscale getaway, on the other hand, isn’t nearly as appealing as going on one

17 things you didn't know about Lesotho, to mark its independence day

Yes, it’s happy birthday to Lesotho, which reaches a half-century of independence today, having shrugged off Britain’s colonial overcoat on October 4 1966

Embrace micro-living in these tiny houses

In the past few years, the tiny house - or micro-living - movement has been gaining pace. Particularly big in the US’s Pacific Northwest, the concept involves rejecting the notion that bigger is better, and instead simplifying and downsizing... to something incredibly compact

11 breweries to try on San Diego's Hops Highway

Apologies to Steppenwolf (millennials, ask the nearest baby boomer), but it’s hard not to get excited about taking to the road to sample San Diego County’s award-winning breweries

Photo tour: Ocean Endeavour, a cruise ship known for cool adventures

Thinking about a trip to the icy realms of the Arctic or Antarctica? Our latest Cruise Ship Tour offers a deck-by-deck look at one of the hardy little ships that specializes in expedition-style voyages in the polar regions, Ocean Endeavour

Sputnik

On October 4th, 1957, the Soviet Union launched the first Earth-orbiting man-made satellite. Sputnik I was the first in a series of satellites in the Sputnik program

A South Beach Hotel Takes Its Cues From Nature

1 Hotel South Beach opened in March 2015 as the first hotel of an eco-focused, “nature-inspired” brand created by Barry Sternlicht, the chief executive of Starwood Capital Group

Punishing travelers for complaining

It happened to Traci Fox. When she complained loudly that her airline switched her non-stop flight from Philadelphia to Frankfurt to a one-stop, she was assigned seat 26B — a middle seat in the back of the plane — despite her elite status

National park tips: Here's how to hike Half Dome in Yosemite

To hike Yosemite’s Half Dome in a day, you need a permit, mild weather and an early start — by dawn, usually. It’s a 16-mile round trip, with 4,800 feet of elevation gain. Plan on 10 to 12 hours

What it's like to travel abroad when you're blind

Rome is a city of iconic images. Most sighted people know what the Colosseum, St Peter’s Basilica and the Trevi Fountain look like. But on this holiday, in which those who are blind or partially sighted are partnered with those who can see, the onus is on the latter to act as their companions’ eyes

India in slow motion: the secret corners of Rajasthan

The camels were very reasonable. At about £350 each, they were a fraction of the price of horses. A bargain, said a splendidly moustached herder, nodding over to his two dromedaries loosely tethered a few yards away

Plan A Cruise Month Launched in Australia

Australians can snap up cruise bargains throughout October with the month-long expansion of the annual Cruise Week promotion by Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) Australasia

Why Hotels Need A 24-Hour Refund Rule

Marcie Derosas’s hotel problem was solved within minutes of contacting me. She’d booked a nonrefundable room online without paying close attention to the fine print. An hour later, she returned to cancel the reservation, but was told she couldn’t

10 of the best restaurants and bars in San Sebasti

The Basque city of San Sebastián has so many great places to eat it’s hard to narrow it down, so we’ve enlisted local chefs and foodies to select their favourites

Hoboken Train Crash Illuminates Gaps In Train Safety Regulation

Thursday's tragic commuter train crash in Hoboken, N.J. has reignited long standing debates on various issues regarding rail safety in the U.S

7 reasons to visit the 'real' Downton Abbey

Fans around the world were distraught when "Downton Abbey" ended its sixth and final season. Aunt Violet, Carson, Lady Mary, Spratt and others left a sizeable hole when author Julian Fellowes decided that Christmas 1925 would signify their swansong

Sometimes, at least with cruise ships, size does matter

Royal Caribbean's new Harmony of the Seas ship is taller than Mount Rushmore. It's got more neighborhoods than New York City has boroughs

8 Cities Where You Can Take an Airline Stopover—For Free

Instead of spending all day in an airport waiting for your connecting flight, take advantage of these eight airlines's stopover programs, where you can spend up to a week exploring a new city, often for no extra fee. From Toronto to Dubai, happy exploring

The Five Favorite Hotels of Modern U.S. Presidents

When you’re president, you spend a considerable amount of time on the road. The past five presidents each made between 175 and 400 domestic trips during their first terms

Santa Fe inspires with art, history and natural beauty

Nestled at the base of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and surrounded by acres of desolate beauty, Santa Fe often surprises first-time visitors with its wealth of offerings, from culture, history and a vibrant culinary scene to outdoor pursuits like hiking and skiing

Edgar Allan Poe

On October 3, 1847, the great American poet, critic and novelist Edgar Allan Poe was found delirious on the streets of Baltimore, Maryland. It was election day and he was dressed oddly in another person's clothing

36 Hours in Richmond, Virginia

A new African-American museum, appealing parks and distinctive dining spots are among the lures of this riverside city

Our guide to the hottest new cruise ships on order

What's next from the world's largest cruise lines? Below is our annual list of ocean-going ships on order for major brands such as Royal Caribbean and Norwegian, updated to include two new vessels recently announced by industry giant Carnival

Here's what it's like to fly First Class on British Airways

Check-in queues, baggage restrictions, and a lack of leg room can make flying in Economy less than pleasant, so it's easy to see the appeal of splashing out on First Class tickets

Ultimate Costa Rica: our expert's perfect two-week itinerary

Green, serene, wild and wondrous, Costa Rica is many people’s first choice for an initial foray into Central America. Adored by intrepid travellers and those who like to combine some comfort with their hikes and horseback rides, it’s a safe and relatively small country that packs in a lot of experiences

8 Awesome Canalside Hotels in Amsterdam

Whether it’s a tiny boutique hotel with a cozy fireplace or a plush property edging the Red Light District, a canal-side stay is quintessential Amsterdam. These eight awesome options might differ in style and amenities, but each one offers charming views of one of the city’s most famed features

10 of the best late-night bars in London

If you’re after a well-crafted cocktail or beer, these late-drink hangouts keep the party going across the capital. They’re what the Night Tube was made for

Zika Travel Advisory Issued For 11 Southeast Asia Countries

U.S. health officials are advising pregnant women to postpone travel to 11 countries in Southeast Asia because of Zika outbreaks in the region

A Closer Look at Jamaica's Exciting Food Scene

A visual guide to some of the island's best food and, more importantly, where to find it

How to Get a Great Workout While Traveling

You’re traveling for either business or fun, and check into a hotel in a city you’ve never visited before. You want to get a run in, but how do you know where to go? You could strike out on your own and hope for the best, but there are many apps and websites that can help you find recommended routes used by local runners

Magic Kingdom Halloween party offers unique experiences from other Disney events

Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, with its unique offerings and character interactions, might be the best value of Disney's separately-ticketed events, for guests who want experiences they can't have every day

What to see, eat and do in Copenhagen

Boundless water, pretty, pastel-coloured, harbour-front buildings, a wealth of cultural attractions, super-low crime rates and a focus on being clean and green – there’s plenty to like about Copenhagen

What it's really like aboard the world's biggest ship

Standing on the edge of a precipice, I look down into a canyon, with towering sides and people milling below like the proverbial ants. It's not some rugged ravine but the world's biggest ship and I'm running late for dinner

California’s Hotel Bungalow Boom

Historic hotel bungalows have a timeless allure that dates back to the early 20th century, when they were first introduced to accommodate families needing more space and privacy. Today, three California properties are reviving the traditional Hollywood hide-out

Behind the scenes at a flight attendant training center

Flight attendants must undergo rigorous training to work for any of the world's big airlines. Most carriers have a dedicated facility where attendants go through their training regimen, both before joining an airline and then on an continuing basis to keep their skills current

RMS Queen Elizabeth 2

On September 20, 1967, Queen Elizabeth II launched the RMS Queen Elizabeth 2, fondly known as the "QE2". The gold scissors she used to cut the ceremonial ribbon was the same pair used by her mother and grandmother to launch the Queen Elizabeth and Queen Mary

6 Surprising Travel Secrets of the Royal Family

For most of us, preparing for a trip involves packing, downloading new Kindle books, and making sure we know where our passports are. But if you’re royalty, kick that prep level up about 10 notches. Prince William and Kate Middleton, who are currently on an official tour of Canada this week with their children Prince George and Princess Charlotte, are no strangers to jet-setting, but that doesn’t mean their travels are any less complicated. In fact, it’s quite the opposite

More Than 200 Tourists Trapped on Indonesian Volcano

A volcano in Indonesia erupted without warning on Tuesday, trapping more than 200 tourists. Indonesia’s Mount Barujari erupted in a giant column of ash just before 3 p.m. while nearly 400 tourists were hiking up its side

Chippewa Falls pours on the charm

Fabled brewery aside, the northern Wisconsin town of Chippewa Falls taps into tourism with riverfront development

Disney to debut 'The Muppets Present ... Great Moments in American History'

It's time to get things started on the most sensational, inspirational, celebrational, muppetational take on the early days of the U.S.A. "The Muppets Present ... Great Moments in American History" debuts near the Hall of Presidents on Oct 2

Laucala Island is Fiji’s most exclusive resort attracting the world’s rich and famous

It’s a private island owned by Red Bull billionaire, Dietrich Mateschitz, home to an ultra-luxe resort attracting the world’s super-rich

Review: The verdict on Melbourne's new five-star QT hotel

QT Melbourne has only been open one day when I visit, but already flirtation is in the air. Walking out of the hotel lift, I hear an admiring, "Even better from behind!"

This New Superyacht Looks Like A Ufo On The Water

If zooming over the waves in a sleek high-end vessel that looks right out of a science-fiction movie is your idea of fun, then London-based firm Glider Yachts has the answer: the Super Sports 18, a futuristic-looking luxury craft that can reach speeds of up to 64 miles per hour

The Europeans who chose mystical Islam

Despite Spain being home to many North African immigrants, Spaniards who convert to Islam – particularly the order of Sufism – are a rarity

The 10 Best Countries for Expats

HSBC just released the results of its annual Expat Explorer Survey in which researchers asked a range of questions to 27,000 expats from 190 different countries and territories. Here are the best countries to live in as an expat

Boost for cruise passengers as China relaxes visa restrictions

Foreign tourists arriving in Shanghai on a cruise from October 1 will be allowed up to 15 days of visa-free stays in the country’s most populous city, the Shanghai General Station of Immigration Inspection announced this week

Alien igloos, lions and leopards: Escape the crowds in Tanzania

A new sci-fi-style safari camp offers a more low-key, solitary experience than you would normally find around one of Africa's biggest tourist attractions

Where to sip in four cities famous for coffee

Our experts have traveled the world sipping coffee and experiencing international coffee cultures, and these trails are worth seeking out for any caffeine fiend. From the home of Starbucks to the land of Geisha, these destinations have shaped coffee drinking everywhere, but host distinct farms and cafes that reflect the local community

The 10 worst airports for Thanksgiving flights

Airport horror stories are as much a staple of Thanksgiving dinner as turkey and stuffing. With the whole country rushing home for the holidays, airports — especially the major airports — are at their busiest

Washington National Cathedral

Construction on the Washington National Cathedral was begun on this date in 1907. Located at Wisconsin and Massachusetts Avenues in Washington, DC, the National Cathedral is a Gothic edifice belonging to the Episcopal Church USA

For Fall Foliage Season, Lower Prices at Hotels

Wherever the leaves change color, expect hotel rates to rise as fall color peaks. Still, there are a few deals in leaf-peeping season, especially if you can travel midweek

Inside the little luxury ship that will show you Scotland

Thinking about a trip to Scotland? Our latest Cruise Ship Tour offers a deck-by-deck look at the charming little luxury vessel that has become synonymous with Scottish coastal cruises, Hebridean Princess

How to have the perfect weekend in Bratislava

From hip brunch spots to hidden bunkers and fairytale churches, Bratislava is a newly booming option for a weekend break

The world's 10 fastest growing airports

The rise of Dubai International Airport over the last 25 years has been remarkable. The Middle Eastern hub welcomed just 4.35 million passengers in 1990 - about the same as Newcastle Airport handles today

Tropical Storm Matthew to Form, Already Affecting Cruise Itineraries

At least one cruise line has been forced to reroute ships in the Caribbean due to a tropical wave that's expected to form into Tropical Storm Matthew this week. Royal Caribbean has adjusted itineraries for Allure of the Seas and Adventure of the Seas, which both departed Fort Lauderdale Sunday, September 25

Japan's Abandoned 'Dreamland' Theme Park Is Not For The Faint Of Heart

Disneyland is the Happiest Place on Earth. And this place could easily be the saddest. Welcome to Nara Dreamland, an abandoned theme park in Japan’s Nara Prefecture. The park opened in 1961 as “the Japanese answer” to Disneyland, according to Atlas Obscura, but the dream didn’t last forever

9 Ways To Save Money And Keep A Cool Head When Flying

From long security lines to cramped cabins to rude passengers, there’s a lot to complain about when it comes to flying in economy today. Here's how to make the experience at least a bit more tolerable

These cuisines could help you live longer

Going on vacation could help you uncover the secret to a long and healthy life -- if you pick the right destination. It's no secret that certain populations around the world live longer and produce a greater number of centenarians than others

British Woman Becomes World's Youngest Ever Commercial Airline Captain

Kate McWilliams started flying at 13 and is an Easyjet captain at the age of 26. She wants to be a role model for girls who, as she once did, think flying planes is a job reserved for men

Keizo Shimamoto Makes the Best Ramen in NYC

Keizo Shimamoto is in some ways a victim of his own success. The 38-year-old Japanese-American is best known for creating the Ramen Burger, which was dubbed the “fad food of the millisecond” back in 2013 and yet is still going strong, with people lining up at his Smorgasburg pop-up locations across New York City for a taste

Mysterious Flash Over Australia Was Likely a Meteor Crashing Offshore

A thunderous boom and a bright flash over the coast of northeastern Australia Monday night may have been a “big meteor” strike, according to local media. Police in Central Queensland were inundated with phone calls after residents felt the earth shake and saw a bright light trail across the sky, according to the Gladstone Observer

In Richmond, Ill., younger crowd brings new businesses, new life to small town

Richmond, Ill., is going through a rebirth with an influx of new shops and restaurants. But The Village of Yesteryear has kept its historic charm

Monteverdi in the running for World’s Sexiest Bedroom award

Is this the world’s sexiest bedroom? The Copper Room, at Monteverdi in Tuscany, is among the contenders for the title at the annual Mr and Mrs Smith boutique hotel awards

Craft beer and yoga classes: This is a 'new' type of youth hostel

Not your traditional backpacker hostel experience: The new hostel chain is aimed at young travellers who are cost-conscious but don't want sacrifice style

The Norman Invasion

For eight months, the Duke of Normandy's ships were prevented from sailing to England because of unfavorable winds. King Harold of England amassed his army early, but the long wait for the Duke of Normandy's army took its toll

The Smithsonian’s African-American Museum: A Guide to the Opening

The idea of a national African-American museum was conceived by black Civil War veterans more than a century ago. On Saturday, their vision becomes a reality with the opening of the Smithsonian Institution’s National Museum of African American History and Culture on the National Mall in Washington

A weekend break in... Portofino

As the final traces of summer’s honeysuckle scent cling to Portofino’s piazzetta, the film stars and fashionistas jump on their superyachts, seeking warmer climates. The town, flanked by pastel-coloured houses, comes alive in the autumnal sunshine and many locals venture out on strolls through the now quieter town

JetBlue adds new cross-country route from Los Angeles

JetBlue is adding a new cross-country route. The airline announced Monday that it will begin flying nonstop between Los Angeles and Orlando on Jan. 5. JetBlue will fly one daily round-trip flight between the cities on Airbus A320 aircraft

In old-world Croatia, here are four trendy towns worth visiting

During its times of turbulence, Croatia never abandoned its farm-to-table traditions. Now it's so old world it's become a foodie heaven, as I found on a driving trip

Marktgasse Hotel: Historic minimalism in Zurich’s Old Town

While the building has housed travellers since the 15th century, the interiors of this Old Town boutique hotel are thoroughly modern. The clean look of white-painted walls and blond-wood floors and drawers is punctuated by quirky details: Bright-orange armchairs on a black-and-white patterned rug, say, or a slate-grey tissue holder shaped like a Monopoly house

Newcastle to Build New Cruise Terminal

A new multi-purpose cruise terminal will be built in Newcastle, the NSW Government has announced. The $12.7 million facility, which will be able to accommodate cruise ships up to 320 metres long, is expected to be a similar size to Sydney's White Bay Terminal

This Hotel Of Tiny Houses Is Complete Teensy Perfection

When it comes to hotel rooms, bigger does not always mean better. Hence the new Tiny Digs Hotel in Portland, Oregon, an establishment made for those who truly appreciate ― or are truly curious about ― the bliss of living in a small, functional alternative home

Disabled air travellers warned of long distances from check-in to gate

Travellers jetting off from Britain may have to walk more than 1km to get to their airport departure gate, according to analysis from a travel trade body which warns of the challenges for disabled passengers or those with limited mobility

Zika Virus Has Many Americans Rethinking Fall Travel To Florida

Florida's tourism industry is likely to take a big hit this fall as millions of Americans say they won't be traveling to the Sunshine State amid concerns over the Zika virus

An Interactive Star Wars Exhibition Is Coming to London

Star Wars fans will have the opportunity to see an exclusive collection of 200 props, models, costumes, and artworks from the original films at Star Wars Identities: The Exhibition, which will continue its world tour at the The 02 in London starting November 18 and running until Sept. 3, 2017

The Best Way to See the Northern Lights Is...On a Cruise?

The long, dark nights of fall and winter bring one bright spot to those who venture to the northern hemisphere's most northerly reaches: the chance to see the mesmerizing Northern Lights. Each year, several cruise ships sail into the Arctic Circle between September and March, offering guests front-row seats in search of this hauntingly beautiful natural phenomenon

Fly-Along Companions Offer a Way for Older People to Travel

Janet Robertson, a documentary filmmaker in New York, helps look after her uncle, Vincent Fahey. He is nearly 87 and loves to travel. But she can’t always accompany Uncle Vin, who needs some day-to-day assistance. So when he wanted to visit London this past spring, Ms. Robertson did what others have started doing: She hired a skilled traveling companion for her older loved one

The First Model T

On this day in 1908, the first production Model T automobile left the factory at the Piquette Plant in Detroit, Michigan

Ten Strange, Cool, and Compelling Reasons to Visit Southwestern Delaware Now

Delaware is not a state that gets much hype, tourism-wise, and when it does, it’s usually about the beaches (Rehoboth, Bethany), the Brandywine River Valley (Wyeth family, Longwood Gardens), or the City of Wilmington

6 Sites Recognized by Britain for Signifcance to Gay History

The former homes of the writer Oscar Wilde and the composer Benjamin Britten are among six sites that were recognized on Friday by an arm of the British government for their significance in lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender history. Historic England, a body that designates places worthy of legal protection, announced the decision, the latest in an effort to showcase “queer history.”

The 10 best hotels for staying on property

With 26 resorts on the Walt Disney World property run by Disney, there are plenty of options to choose from for all price ranges. It wasn't easy, but we pared down the list to our ten favorite resorts, with something for all budgets in mind

National park tips: If you're near Crater Lake, visit this gorge — and gorge on pie too

Crater Lake National Park is worth a visit; on the way to Oregon 62 to the park, don't miss the short trail at Rogue River Gorge (or the pie at Beckie's)

In Monte Carlo, seeking out Monaco's version of everyday life

As I planned my trip to Monaco, an unexpected thought occurred to me. Maybe Monaco is a regular country, filled with normal people. This went completely against every preconception I had of the place

The 21 countries where expats have the best lifestyles and make friends easily

HSBC this week released its annual expat explorer report, looking at the best places in the world to live if you are a foreigner. The bank got YouGov to survey nearly 27,000 expats from 190 countries and territories for the report, asking them about how easy it was for them to live, work, and raise a family where they were. For each category, HSBC calculated a score out of 1 and then used the average of those numbers to work out a ranking

Monarch denies it is in trouble - but are you protected if your airline goes bust?

Monarch Airlines has been forced to deny speculation that it is on the brink of bankruptcy as the carrier struggles to combat a plunge in the value of sterling and terror-fuelled instability in the European holiday market

Celebrity Cruises Debuting 'Sail Beyond Borders' Campaign During Presidential Debate

Celebrity Cruises is debuting its new marketing campaign -- "Sail Beyond Borders," which encourages people to reach out globally to explore the world and other cultures -- with a TV advertisement during tonight's U.S. presidential debate between Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump

Yes, Hackers Can Steal Your Airline Miles. Here's How To Stop Them.

It happens to the best of us. Literally, the best of us. Zach Honig is the editor-in-chief of the travel blog The Points Guy. This spring, he was on vacation in Mexico when he got a disturbing email

Stay on the Ecuador farm that produces the world’s most expensive chocolate

A bar of To’ak chocolate sells for a tooth-splintering $345 – but a stay in a treehouse in the Ecuador rainforest where it originates costs just $15 a night

Disney Cruise Line Taps Broadway Talent For 'Frozen: A Musical Spectacular'

Love it or hate it, Disney isn’t going to let "Frozen" go anytime soon. And why should it? With over $1.3 billion in box office revenues, it's the top-grossing animated film of all time

Raucous Protesters Confront Venice Cruise Ship

Demonstrators in small boats and gondolas gave a cruise ship a hostile reception as part of a campaign to ban large vessels from Venice's fragile canals

New Global Flight Tracker Aims to End Airplane Disappearances

We have good news and bad news. The bad news is that yes, airplanes can just disappear, as the mystery of the final location of Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 proves. The good news is that companies are actively working to make sure all flights are live-tracked, no matter their position in the skies

‘Crocodile Dundee’ Turns 30: How Paul Hogan Changed Tourism in Australia

On Sept. 26, 1986, “Crocodile Dundee” hit theaters in the United States, and Paul Hogan became the face of Australia. The film, about an Australian bushman who shows a New York journalist the outback before following her back for his first visit to the big city, presented a narrative—and a man—that would define the continent to audiences around the world

5 Ways to Make College Tours Fun Instead of Grueling

At Amherst College in Amherst, Mass., my family, including our son, prospective applicant Seth, enjoyed the natural history museum and spied on swim team practice. At Colby College in Waterville, Me., we appreciated the colonial architecture and the modern art collection

Launch of the RMS Queen Mary

From 1934 to 1967, the RMS Queen Mary sailed the North Atlantic Ocean for the Cunard Line. The ship was named for King George V's queen consort

36 Hours in Edinburgh

Where old and modern merge seamlessly: along with medieval alleys, design-forward buildings and a ‘new’ Scottish cuisine

Five coolest travel products currently on Kickstarter

This month's collection includes a hoodie that prepares you for just about any situation and a sleek duffle with a built-in charger

Despite my fears, travelling in China taught me a lesson in human kindness

Being black in China is very confusing, but people's curiosity comes with unexpected politeness and grace

Plate of sheep feet with your wine? An unusual feast in Cassis

The central trestle table spanned the entire length of the canvas awning, around which sat 30 men, women and children all studiously scoffing

England's answer to Tuscany (but you've probably never heard of it)

I’d had a bacon sandwich at a café called Puddleducks. Then I’d driven on. Now I stood above the village of Slaidburn, looking over moorland and fells undulating away indefinitely. Drystone walls imposed order, but not much

Viking River Cruises to Add European River Sailing for Chinese Tourists

Viking River Cruises will offer its first European river sailings on a ship dedicated to Chinese cruisers later this fall. The cruises will take place on the Rhine River between Amsterdam and Basel, using an existing Longship (the company has not revealed which one). Mandarin will be the primary language onboard

15 Perfect Hotels That Are Worth A Trip All On Their Own

The world has a lot of hotels, some better than others. Certain properties are 100% worth adding to your must-stay travel bucket list, whether its because they have a great location, great amenities, or a serious sense of luxury

Gip's backyard shack of blues

Chuck Berry once gave its owner a guitar, and Keith Richards has played there unannounced. So too have Jimmy Page and Robert Plant. Tonight, it's the Franklin Tully Band out of nearby Birmingham, Alabama, who are regulars on the pocket stage at what might be the last juke joint in the United States: Gip's Place

Saudi Airlines Plane Makes Emergency Landing After American Flier Dies On Board

A U.S.-bound Saudi Airlines flight made an emergency landing at Cairo airport Monday after an American passenger died on board. The flight was travelling from Jeddah, Saudi Arabia to New York City when the 67-year-old passenger fell ill about two hours into the flight

The chef who changed US food forever

All Alice Waters wanted was bread, jam and lettuce that tasted real, with a cup of good coffee or a glass of wine on the side. The founder of Chez Panisse, the California restaurant famous for launching the modern farm-to-table movement, certainly didn't plan to launch a revolution

This Hotel Room Comes Complete With a Trunk of Vintage Clothing

If raiding Mom’s closet and playing dress up with lipstick, Jackie O.-inspired sunglasses, and multi-strand pearl necklaces in front of the mirror seemed like a thing of the past, think again

Marriott Will Offer Two Loyalty Rewards Programs Until at Least 2018

Marriott has finally answered the question that has been on the minds of the combined 78 million people who belong to the Marriott Rewards (which includes The Ritz-Carlton Rewards) and Starwood Preferred Guest loyalty programs: What will happen to my points?

New Miami-to-Bimini ferry starts Friday

Resorts World Bimini is partnering German ferry operator FRS Group to launch a new ferry service between Miami and Bimini in The Bahamas, the companies announced Wednesday

Fourteen reasons you should take a cruise in 2017

Cruising has become incredibly popular in recent years, and I sometimes wonder why it has taken so long. After all, throughout most of history, oceans and rivers provided the easiest way to get about

Lewis and Clark Return

Setting off on August 31, 1803, Meriwether Lewis and William Clark explored the lands west of St. Louis acquired by the United States in the Louisiana Purchase from France. Commissioned by President Thomas Jefferson, the expedition sought to explore the Missouri River and the Indian tribes, as well as the flora and fauna of the region

Disney World: 13 fun activities to enjoy after the parks

With some 20.5 million visitors strolling through its gates each year, the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World has the highest attendance of any theme park in the world

Guess what? Fall colors are popping in the Eastern Sierra right now

If you think it’s too early for fall colors, think again. You’ll see lime green and yellows — even orange and red at high elevations — in California’s Eastern Sierra right now, according to the California Fall Color website

Music cruises: the festivals and musicals you can enjoy at sea

Dance bands and singers providing cocktail hour and after dinner entertainment have always been a feature of cruises. Standards vary, from charismatic and talented performers who have a loyal following of repeat passengers to has-beens and never-going-to-be-anybodies playing to captive and uncritical audiences

Revealed: The 10 airlines that earn the most from baggage charges

Spirit Airlines is more reliant on extra charges than any other carrier, with 43.4 per cent of its total revenue in 2015 coming from “ancillary” sources, such as baggage and booking fees and the sale of in-flight food and drink

Guernsey Welcomes Record Number of Cruise Ship Passengers in 2016

The number of cruise ship passengers visiting Guernsey hit a record high this year of almost 130,000 -- surpassing last year's number of almost 123,000. The number will rise even higher as there are still six cruise calls left to count -- including large ships Queen Mary 2 and Britannia -- before the season ends on Sunday

More Than 1,200 Museums Will Have Free Admission This Saturday

This Saturday, more than 1,200 museums across the country will be offering free admission as a part of the annual Museum Day Live!

Why The Airbus A380 Isn't Going Away Anytime Soon

When Singapore Airlines revealed last week that it won’t renew the lease on its first Airbus A380—the double-decker behemoth the carrier helped launch nearly ten years ago—news quickly circulated that the plane’s days might be numbered

The Thai city you'll find it hard to leave

Thailand’s second largest city, Chiang Mai, has the best of the Bangkok experiences – the markets, the malls, the fabulous food, the beautiful temples – with an easygoing charm and cultural heritage thanks to its 700-year Lanna history

The ultimate guide to New York for first timers

Heading to New York for the first time? Here's everything you need to know

World's most beautiful beachfront hotels

From Australia to the Caribbean, there's no shortage of beautiful beachfront hotels around the world to choose from. But some are, quite simply, more beautiful than others. Whether you're after a glitzy, all-inclusive resort or a low-key island hideaway, we've picked 21 of the world's most stunning

World's largest matrilineal society

In the highlands of West Sumatra, a man is considered a guest in his wife’s home

Make your own travel documentary

You don't need the skills of a filmmaker to make a video compilation of your travel photos and videos. Animoto Video Maker app lets you upload your photos and videos, pick a style to personalize your story, set it to music and add narration or title cards to complete it

At Value-Focused Hotels, the Free Breakfast Gets Bigger

At some affordably priced hotels in the United States, a free breakfast is increasingly a perk of a stay. And these aren’t the expected cereal and toast meals: Properties are getting creative by offering expanded buffets and health-conscious dishes

Nathan Hale Executed

On September 21, 1776, British forces on the island of New York captured American spy Nathan Hale who had slipped behind the enemy front to report on British movements. The city was in flames and the British rounded up scores of citizens

In Crete, Henry Miller Found His Muse Amid the Ruins

Traveling from Athens to Crete in 1939, Henry Miller, the author of bawdy novels, many of them banned in America, flew in an airplane for the first time — an experience he described in “The Colossus of Maroussi,” his exuberant travelogue of a nine-month journey through Greece

Take me away: French châteaux of the Loire Valley

Known as the Cradle of the French, the Loire Valley is a land of fairy tale castles, royal residences and incredible Renaissance architecture. This historic region is home to about 300 magnificent châteaux, and is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site

The West: Four great places to go river rafting this fall

Summer's over, but that doesn't mean it's time to put your paddle away. River rafting is good in fall at these locations

A city of woes and wonder: exploring Krakow

From one perspective, Krakow bears the proud beauty of the past. From another, the insistence of the everyday. Affinity Konar delves into both sides as she explores her family’s heritage and the backdrop for her new novel, Mischling

These are the worst inflight meals we've ever seen

We asked some of Britain's top travel writers - people who have travelled with more than their fair share of carriers all over the world - to tell us about the worst airline food they ever endured

How airlines set the price of their tickets - and what you can do to beat them

The once-simple task of purchasing a plane ticket has become a science in its own right. The savvy traveller now has a myriad of variables to take into account when plotting air travel – from the day of booking and time of service to choice of airline and whether the route is direct or indirect

MSC Cruises to Base Second Ship in China

MSC Cruises has confirmed it will deploy a second ship in China -- MSC Splendida -- from May 2018. The 3,274-passenger "Fantasia" class ship will be based in Shanghai, offering itineraries to China, Japan and Korea. MSC Lirica has been deployed in China since May this year and has recently moved to Tianjin, a port in northern China

The 5 Most Underrated Cities in the U.S.

What makes a city underrated? To start, it can’t have its own TV show. (Sorry, Portland. You too, Philadelphia.) Sometimes, it takes a wedding or a business trip to bring us to different parts of the country, but these American cities—from Athens, Georgia to Boise, Idaho—make great destinations unto themselves

French hitchhiker 'goes berserk' in New Zealand after four days stuck without a lift

A Frenchman has gone on a frustrated rampage in a tiny New Zealand fishing village after he spent four days waiting for a hitchhiking ride. The 27-year-old Frenchman arrived in the west coast settlement of Punakaiki, home to just 70-full-time residents, late last week

Iceland's psychedelic Stonehenge

In Iceland’s northeast corner, there’s a road that few will recommend. It has largely been forgotten by the tourism boom – and that’s what makes it so special

This Smart Jacket Will Hold Two Laptops—and a Whole Lot More

If you hate having to carry a bag, this jacket is for you. SCOTTeVEST, a company that specializes in “mobile” clothing, announced its highest capacity clothing yet on Wednesday, with the Off the Grid jacket: It boasts 29 pockets total, including two that will fit laptops

For $805 a night at the Trump Hotel, you deserve what you get

Three years ago Donald Trump won a contract to transform downtown Washington's Old Post Office Pavilion, a grungy food court five blocks from the White House, into his 15th luxury hotel worldwide

Holland America partners with 'America's Test Kitchen' for cooking classes

Holland America Line is beefing up its culinary education offerings in a new relationship with the long-running public television show America's Test Kitchen

The Hobbit

On this day in 1937, J.R.R. Tolkien published The Hobbit, or There and Back Again. The story follows the character of Bilbo Baggins as he goes on a quest with other of the inhabitants of Middle Earth to capture treasure guarded by the dragon, Smaug

Five European city tours with a difference

From a hair-raising rooftop walk of Stockholm to a drag queen-led stroll through Hamburg and sniffing your way around Vienna

College Student Gets 15 Million Miles for Hacking United Airlines

United Airlines rewards hackers for reporting bugs and security flaws with as many as 1 million miles for severe issues. Georgia Tech student Ryan Pickren found enough major flaws to earn 15 million miles. That

Royal Caribbean's Rhapsody of the Seas Cruise Ship Damaged in Storm

Strong winds near the coast of Greece caused damage this morning on Royal Caribbean's cruise ship, Rhapsody of the Seas, but no passengers were injured and the ship is still sailing.

Family-friendly cruises: Where to have the best fun at sea revealed

Surfing, rock-climbing, cycling, even skydiving — you name it, you can do it on a ship. We spill the beans on where to have the best fun at sea.

Sea cows and salmon: Strange snorkeling spots

Featuring a variety of strange features and creatures from the deep, these bizarre snorkel spots will have you thinking about the water now -- and all winter long.

Fernie ski resort and it’s legendary powder is the perfect place to perfect your turns

There’s a reason Fernie is high up on the list of any ski hound... legendary powder. It receives enough snow each year to cover a three-storey building, has five enormous bowls and 142 runs

Supersonic oxygen masks, menus and loo seats: how you can buy bits of Concorde

Concorde, the star of aviation’s golden age, is up for sale – and it’s not as expensive as you might think. This November, 1,000 pieces of the pioneering passenger plane will be sold by a Toulouse auction house, with lots ranging from “important screws” and cockpit instruments to menus and oxygen masks.

25 Beautiful Places in Paris Everyone Needs to Visit

With gilded history reflected across so many arrondissements in Paris, here are 25 places that are among the most beautiful in the city.

The Claremont Hotel: The Grande Dame of the Bay gets a makeover

San Francisco destination resort offers four outdoor swimming pools, a full-service spa and beauty salon. Should you book it?

The 25 World's Best Places to Visit

With a world full of fascinating destinations, choosing the perfect vacation spot can present a challenge. That’s why U.S. News used expert opinions, user votes and current trends to compile this list.

What It's Really Like To Fly In A $21,000 First Class Plane Seat

It’s safe to say you don’t know luxury until you’ve showered in a spacious, gilded bathroom stocked with organic skincare products more than 40,000 feet in the air

Discovering Little Known Secrets Of The Lincoln Memorial

In a city filled with icons, the Lincoln Memorial is a particularly special place to visit in Washington, D.C. This homage to Abraham Lincoln, the 16th president of the United States who guided the country through the Civil War, invites visitors to reflect on America’s history of slavery as well as the importance of national unity

Billionaire demands 'barbarian' ban at Rome's iconic Spanish Steps

Rome's Spanish Steps are set to be unveiled to much fanfare this week after a year-long refurbishment that returned the stairway to its original splendor. But one of the main figures paying for the $1.7 million project is ruffling feathers by suggesting officials keep "barbarians" from getting too close to the iconic tourist site

For Fall, Seven Notable New Hotels

It’s a new season with new hotel openings. Although fall usually sees a glut of splashy properties making their debut, that’s not the story line this year, according to the hotel specialist Bobby Zur, who owns Travel Artistry, a consultancy in Franklin Lakes, N.J.

RMS Queen Elizabeth 2

On September 20, 1967, Queen Elizabeth II launched the RMS Queen Elizabeth 2, fondly known as the "QE2". The gold scissors she used to cut the ceremonial ribbon was the same pair used by her mother and grandmother to launch the Queen Elizabeth and Queen Mary

For Fall, Seven Notable New Hotels

It’s a new season with new hotel openings. Although fall usually sees a glut of splashy properties making their debut, that’s not the story line this year, according to the hotel specialist Bobby Zur, who owns Travel Artistry, a consultancy in Franklin Lakes, N.J.

Uniworld adds Jewish Heritage program on Gemany cruises

Uniworld’s river cruise options in 2017 will include a new Jewish Heritage program of excursions that will steep travelers in the historic roots of Judaism in Germany from the pre-World War II period until today

A Maori tour to the top of a New Zealand volcano

When NBA giant Steven Adams returned home to New Zealand this summer/winter (depending on your hemisphere) with an Oklahoma City Thunder contingent, he made a fast break for a volcano

Women removed from flight after pilot catches them drawing on the plane with felt tip pens

Two women were removed from a flight after they wrote on the outside of the plane in felt-tip pen. The passengers, believed to be in their 40s, were due to fly from Southampton to La Rochelle in the south of France at around midday on Wednesday, when the captain of the Flybe plane saw them writing on two items of equipment, including the body of the aircraft

Carnival Corporation Produces Three TV Shows Centered Around Cruising

Some of your favorite cruise lines owned by Carnival Corporation -- Carnival, Princess, Holland America, Cunard and Seabourn, among them -- will soon be the backdrop for three original TV shows that will air on Saturday mornings on major networks this fall

You'll Never Guess Where These Stunning Photos Were Taken

Florida is known as the place where shuttles launched into space. But the view from the ground is pretty nifty, too. Mark Andrew Thomas is a Florida-based wildlife photographer who grew up near the Everglades, a tropical wilderness of varied ecosystems fed by a slow-moving “river of grass” some 60 miles wide

The Kung Fu nuns of Nepal

Dressed in traditional maroon robes modified in the style of karate uniforms, the nuns’ smiling faces conceal an incredible energy and strength

Think You've Seen It All? This Atlas Might Change Your Mind

In England's Northumberland area, at the Alnwick Castle, you can tour a locked patch of ground where killers reside. This is the section of Alnwick Gardens dedicated to poisonous or narcotic plants. Once you find a garden keeper to let you through the locked gates, plants — some so toxic they are caged — come into view. They range from strychnine to poppies and hallucinogenic mushrooms

7 Places That Don't Want Your Tourism Dollars (And Where to Go Instead)

Is it possible for a place to be loved too much? While some cities and countries remain stars year after year and rely on tourism to make money, others are reconsidering their approach to hosting guests and, in some cases, cutting back significantly

Report Stirs Controversy About Effectiveness of Bomb-sniffing Dogs at Airports

Dozens of teams of K-9 bomb-sniffing dogs and their handlers failed recertification tests in the period from 2013-2015, according to a special investigation by NBC. Transport Security Administration authorities insist, however, that these rates are still low considering the total of number of K-9 teams, maintaining that the system ensures passengers' safety

25 foods you can have delivered via UberEATS

UberEATS has expanded to 29 cities and six countries, delivering meals with the ease of the Uber app platform. When you're hungry in Houston, New York City, D.C. and beyond, simply download the app (or visit ubereats.com), specify delivery address and enter a card for payment, then browse restaurants and menus to order

East London's best new hotels

The capital's coolest quarter has countless places to stay, from converted courtrooms to homely houseboats

The discovery of Ötzi the Iceman

On September 19, 1991, two German tourists were hiking through the Otztal Alps on the border between Austria and Italy. In a receding glacier, the couple spotted the body of a man. They contacted authorities who assumed the corpse to be of recent origin. Onlookers touched the body and in some instances actually removed pieces of clothing, contaminating the find

36 Hours in Burgundy, France

Satisfaction for nearly every appetite awaits in Burgundy. Food? The venerable aristocratic city of Dijon and the nearby medieval town of Beaune both reap the region’s bounty, which features numerous icons of French gastronomy

Italian city-states where art was used for power and influence

Federico II Gonzaga, Duke of Mantua, loved horses. So when he asked Giulio Romano to build him a new showpiece palace in 1524, the instructions were precise

10 places in the USA that every music lover should visit

The USA is a country in thrall to music. Over the past century (and a bit), it has watched the heady ascents of numerous stars – from B B King and Louis Armstrong through to Bob Dylan, Debbie Harry and Nirvana – in genres as diverse as blues, jazz, folk and rock

The Best Museums in the Country

According to a recent survey, about 36 percent of Americans are planning to visit a museum this fall. If you count yourself among them, these are the top 10 institutions of art, science, and history to put on your list

Princess Cruises to Raise Daily Gratuities -- Again

For the second time in 2016, Princess Cruises will raise the daily gratuities automatically charged to passengers' onboard accounts. The new service charge, which affects all cruises departing on or after December 15, will increase from $12.95 to $13.50 for interior, ocean view and balcony cabin passengers (adults and children). Those in mini-suites and suites will no longer pay the same amount of $13.95. Under the new policy, mini-suite (including Club Class) passengers will be charged $14.50 and suite passengers $15.50

Cell Phone Battery Catches Fire Aboard Delta Air Lines Flight To Atlanta

A cell phone battery caused an inflight disruption after catching fire on a Delta Air Lines flight from Norfolk, Va. to Atlanta Friday morning. According to The Virginian-Pilot, the fire started about 15 minutes after flight 2557’s departure

Las Vegas lands first-ever airline route to mainland China

It’s official: Las Vegas is getting its long-desired airline route to China. Hainan Airlines will begin flying from Las Vegas on Dec. 2, launching three weekly flights to Beijing on Boeing 787 Dreamliners. The carrier announced its intention to operate the flights earlier this year, but received the needed regulatory approvals this week

Underground tube maps of ski resorts

For most people, London’s underground network is an essential part of their daily commute or a useful way of travelling between the city’s tourist hotspots – but just imagine if you could catch the tube from your local station and follow a direct line to the mountains

In Brittany, a Stylish Boutique Hotel Blends Past Lives

In its former life, Castelbrac, a 25-room boutique hotel that opened last summer, was a private mansion owned by an English lord in the late 1800s, then a marine research center and aquarium in the 1930s

'It was cold, confusing and foreign': your stories of moving to a new city

From Austin’s howling coyotes to Amsterdam’s cycling etiquette and Abu Dhabi’s taxi drivers, readers share their experiences of settling in a new city

City guide to Paris: Where to eat, sleep, shop and play

It’s been more than 60 years since Audrey Hepburn’s character Sabrina first said that Paris is always a good idea, but it’s one piece of travel advice that has stood the test of time

Protest targets rail line over Kenya's oldest wildlife park

Angry protesters marched in Kenya's capital on Friday against plans to build an elevated railway line over the country's oldest national park, saying the project will threaten wildlife that includes lions, leopards and giraffes.

The 1920 Wall Street Bombing

At noon on September 16, 1920, a wagon drawn by a horse paused outside of the J.P. Morgan building at 23 Wall Street, near a very busy corner of the financial district of New York City. Inside the wagon was more than 100 pounds of dynamite with 500 pounds of metal shrapnel.

Royal Caribbean pulls the plug on Dynamic Dining

One of the bigger experiments in changing the main dining room concept at sea is over. Royal Caribbean International will pull the plug on Dynamic Dining, which split the main dining room on several of its ships into three or four themed restaurants, each with a different menu

Coolest hotel elevators around the world

While most elevators serve as mundane mechanical boxes that transport passengers from point A to point B, some hotels are turning them into attractions in their own right

A Classical Composer’s London Guide to Contemporary Music

In Hackney, an East London neighborhood comparable to Bushwick in Brooklyn, the classical composer Gabriel Prokofiev finds himself surrounded by (and seeking out) global, underground music — at local pubs, restaurants, shops and, of course, the nighttime warehouses where Prokofiev grew up going to raves in the mid to late ’90s

Royal Air Maroc shows off Boeing 787 Dreamliner at Washington Dulles

Royal Air Maroc showed off its Boeing 787 “Dreamliner” on Thursday (Sept. 8) at Washington Dulles International Airport. The tour of the airline’s newest aircraft type came as the Moroccan carrier completed its inaugural round trip between Casablanca and Washington Dulles, which becomes just the second U.S. gateway for Royal Air Maroc

TripAdvisor's 10 best museums in America include two in California

TripAdvisor reviewers ranked the USS Midway Museum in San Diego and the Getty Center in Brentwood as two of the 10 best museums in the U.S. The sites join a list that begins with the No. 1 ranked Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City

Sailing the Antigua seas on an ocean-racing yacht

Antigua’s waters are home to some of the fastest yachts afloat. And with a bit of practice, you can be cranking the jib as part of a racing crew – no experience required

How to spend 48 hours in Ottawa

Canada’s capital was chosen in 1857 as “the least objectionable place” to locate the seat of government. Today, Few cities are blessed with the superb location and sheer good looks that Ottawa enjoys, and autumn is the ideal time to visit

The 10 best destinations for February sun

February can be as bleak a concept as January in terms of the European weather. But with school half-term holidays falling in the middle of the month, parents have the opportunity to whisk their children to a destination where the sun shines in earnest

PampO Cruises' New Cruise Ship Meets With Mixed Response from Passengers, Welcomed by Industry

PampO Cruises' announcement of a giant new ship for the U.K. market in 2020 has met with mixed reactions. Past passengers have in the main questioned the need for a 5,200-passenger, 180,000-ton megaship -- generally preferring something smaller

Investigation Shows Some Hotels Don't Wash Sheets Between Guests

When you check into a hotel, it seems fair to expect freshly-laundered sheets on the bed. But new evidence suggests those fluffy puffs of heaven may not be as clean as you believe

What can Albania teach us about trust?

At a time when refugees are being turned away at borders all over the world, it seems that there is a lot to learn from Albania’s penchant for hospitality

Mooncakes: Full of flavor ... and calories!

Delicately designed and overwhelmingly dense, mooncakes are served in Chinese communities all over the world this time of year

North America's Biggest Indoor Theme Park Coming To New Jersey

New Jersey is about to get slimed, stacked-up and Shrek-ed out. North America’s largest indoor theme park is coming to American Dream Meadowlands in Rutherford, N.J. with five major themed worlds including a Nickelodeon park, LEGOLAND, and DreamWorks area

Yelp Can't Get Sued Over Your Negative Hotel Review

Before the Internet, people used to turn to their friends and relatives to complain about a particularly rude waiter or a sketchy hotel stay. But sites like Yelp, TripAdvisor, and Foursquare have made it easier for people to share their feedback (positive or negative) not just with friends but with strangers all around the world

Marco Polo Born

Marco Polo was a merchant trader, not an explorer. However, the Venetian's family traveled far and wide during the later thirteenth century, earning them great acclaim as explorers. The Polos journeyed to China over the Silk Road and spent 17 years there as the favored guest of Kublai Khan

Cruise ship jobs have boatloads of benefits

Crewmembers aboard ships are saving money on food and rent and enjoying new amenities provided by an industry whose demand for workers is growing in both size and scope

You Can Stay in Roald Dahl's Childhood Cottage in Wales

Roald Dahl was born 100 years ago today, so what better way to celebrate the man who bought the words scrumdiddlyumptious and oompa loompa into our vocabularies than by renting the cottage he once frequented?

Epcot's Fall Food and Wine Festival is Worth Planning a Vacation Around

One of the most appealing aspects of Epcot is how it gives visitors the ability to literally eat and drink their way around the world. This task gets easier in the fall when the park hosts an annual food and wine festival

Developers divulge details about Wrigley Field hotel project

Developers revealed details Tuesday about Wrigleyville's upcoming Hotel Zachary, which will have minimal baseball influence

5 Ways Total Strangers Can Make Your Trip Better

I love to travel alone for one very particular reason: the strangers I meet. The conversations we have and their unexpected turns send me deep into the places I go, far beyond skimming the surface lightly

Elite status? You can now fly standby on Southwest

Elite frequent fliers, you can now fly standby on Southwest. The airline added that perk for its A-List and A-List Preferred members effective Tuesday, notifying them of the change in a Monday email

'Endless Summer' at 50: Create your own surf adventure at posh Nicaragua resort

If you’re of a certain age, it seems like only yesterday that the iconic surf film “The Endless Summer” was released to rave reviews. But it’s been half a century since filmmaker Bruce Brown followed Robert August and Mike Hynson on their wave-chasing surfing trip around the globe

Walking holidays amid the autumn colours, from New England to Japan

Each week, The Independent’s travel team go head to head to see who can come up with the best version of a particular trip. Today we’re tackling a US road trip this autumn

Is Denver becoming America's coolest city?

The first permanent building in Denver wasn’t a church, a home or a bank; it was a saloon. Now, more than 150 years after gold prospectors first began to arrive, Denverites still clearly love their beer

Fathom Swaps Two Dominican Republic Cruises for More Cuba Sailings

Citing strong demand, Fathom, the "social impact" line launched by Carnival Corporation earlier this year, has swapped two of its fall Dominican Republic cruises for two additional Cuba sailings

Cats Replaced Ads In A London Tube Station And Now It's Paradise

Public transportation is stressful. Coming off a hot summer of being sweat on by strangers in packed subway cars, we all could use a brief respite from the daily commuter grind

Sun, sea, sand and Sopot, a taste of Poland

Close to Gdańsk, Sopot is where Poland comes to relax. And the period called ‘golden autumn’ is one of the best times to visit – for a stroll along an uncrowded promenade or to eat in beachside restaurants while watching a blood moon

The widows who can't return home

Rejected by their communities and abandoned by their loved ones, thousands of Hindu women make their way to Vrindavan, a pilgrimage city that’s home to more than 20,000 widows

Venice residents take to the streets to protest rising tourism

Venice, Italy is romantic, enchanting and postcard-perfect, attracting up to 20 million visitors each year. But now the frustrated locals want their city back. Hundreds of Venetians have clogged the city's narrow streets, brandishing shopping trolleys and prams, to protest against the hordes of tourists that pour into the city every day

President William McKinley Dies

On this day in 1901, President William McKinley, Jr. died, eight days after being shot by an assassin at the Pan-American Exposition in Buffalo, New York. McKinley was the 25th President of the United States, and the last veteran of the American Civil War elected to the office of the Presidency

The Re-Discovery of the Lascaux Caves

On September 12, 1940, four teenagers and their dog were exploring the hills near their home village of Montignac, France. They discovered the entrance to a cave, and walked into its interior. On the stone walls were fantastic paintings of humans and large animals. They had discovered the Lascaux cave paintings, some of the best examples of pre-historic art

How to Have a Happy Vacation With Friends

Taking a vacation with friends could turn out to be the getaway of a lifetime, or one that’s a total disaster

TSA boasts dramatic decline in airport wait times

Hiring more Transportation Security Administration officers. Shifting airport and airline workers for non-security work at checkpoints such as moving bins. Improving technology at the checkpoints

8 of the most memorable drives in the West

In national parks throughout the West, rangers and traffic engineers work long hours to nudge travelers out of their cars and onto trails — or at least onto shuttle buses and other less polluting alternatives

Hotel review: Limalimo Lodge, Ethiopia

New openings in the Ethiopian Highlands are rare. When it comes to the Simien Mountains National Park, one of the richest wildlife areas in the country, visitors could previously stay either in the nearby town of Debark or, if keen to be inside the park’s borders, the decade-old Simien Lodge

One Crew Member Dead, Four Injured After Cruise Ship Lifeboat Drill Accident

One crew member has been killed and four others injured, including two in critical condition, after a lifeboat fell during a drill onboard Harmony of the Seas while the ship was docked in Marseille

Know Before You Go: The World's Weirdest Alcohol Laws

While Americans regard prohibition as a romanticized thing of the past, alcohol bans still exist in countries like Brunei, Libya, and Saudi Arabia — and if Indonesia’s Parliament has its way, you can soon add tourist destinations like Bali to the list, too

Engine blade on Southwest jet showed signs of cracking

Investigators say that an engine fan blade on a Southwest Airlines jet broke off and the stub of the blade showed signs of metal fatigue

Behind the scenes at Hollywood's Magic Castle

When's the last time you enjoyed a night of astounding magic and illusion with a festive supper-club crowd gathered in an old Gothic mansion on the edge of Hollywood? Chances are it's been a while

Zika affected woman's brain and memory, doctors say

Italian researchers say they've found evidence Zika can affect the brains of adults, and may damage memory

This Wisconsin Town Is Named After a Food Fight

The map is full of towns named for quiet, ordinary things: beloved founders, geographical features, biblical settings, politicians. There are towns named for years, towns named for poultry, and even towns named for other fake towns. But there's only one town in America named for a food fight. Welcome to Egg Harbor, Wisconsin, population 203

Stockholm as Strindberg’s Muse

Rare is the writer who can still rile his countrymen more than a century after his death. But in Sweden, August Strindberg remains lodged under the country’s proverbial skin. The author and playwright, known as much for his gossip-column lifestyle and controversial political views as for his prodigious literary output, died in 1912

Climate Change Creates Cruising Weather in the NW Passage - If You Can Afford the Insurance

The fabled Northwest passage isn’t what it used to be - an impenetrable ice-choked wilderness. For the first (but surely not the last) time, a high-end luxury cruise ship has traversed the Arctic Sea

The UK's 5 best lighthouses

From cool conversions to cosy cottages, there are plenty of places to channel your inner lighthouse-keeper

Cruise ship crashes into bridge in Germany, killing two crew

An investigation is underway to find out why a Viking Cruises river ship crashed into a bridge in Germany

Azamara Announces First Loyalty Club Cruise

Azamara Club Cruises will offer its first loyalty club cruise, hosted by cruise line president and CEO Larry Pimentel. The cruise will take place in the Arabian Gulf and United Arab Emirates from October 24 to November 3, 2016 onboard Azamara Journey

Love or Hate Burning Man? Who cares, here are 7 alternative creative escapes

Whether you think Burning Man is a transformational pilgrimage or has become an overgentrified expression of the rich, or just don’t know what all the fuss is about, these are seven creative escapes you probably haven’t heard of (yet) that are sure to get your juices flowing

The end of the road in Croatia: time to Split

Kevin Rushby brings his month-long odyssey to a close in Croatia's most charismatic city, exploring its Roman vaults with a guide whose explanations are as ribald as they are revealing

Hawaii's unpronounceable treasure

Located 2,100km northwest of the main Hawaiian Islands, the Papahānaumokuākea National Marine Monument is now the largest nature reserve on Earth

Trump's DC hotel set to open today

The luxury hotel Donald Trump has built in an iconic downtown Washington building is set to open to the public Monday

Hong Kong blurs the line between food and art

If you want to find out what art tastes like, there's no shortage of masterpieces being served up in Hong Kong

How Airport Security Has Changed Since 9/11

Every September 11 anniversary prompts an examination of what has—or hasn’t—happened in the ongoing quest to make air travel safer. And while the U.S. has spent an estimated nearly $100 billion to secure airports and airplanes since the attack, one thing is certain: more needs to be done

10 tricks for getting a hotel upgrade

Bigger rooms, better services and views to stay in bed for. Scoring yourself a hotel upgrade can be easy if you know what to do

Cat Survived for 16 Days Under the Rubble After Earthquake in Italy

In what some some are calling a miracle, firefighters pulled a cat out alive from the rubble in Amatrice, Italy, 16 days after a devastating earthquake rocked the region

South Dakota: 12 ways to explore the state

At 77,123 square miles, and with six National Parks, 56 state parks and recreation areas, plus loads of western history and folklore, South Dakota is ripe for exploration

A Berlin Bar That Embraces Natural Wines

Just inside the entrance of Wild Things, a new wine bar in the Neukölln neighborhood of Berlin, looms a makeshift basketball hoop, into which customers can shoot discarded corks

Delta and Korean Air rekindle a partnership grown frosty

Delta Air Lines and Korean Air are taking steps to mend a chilly relationship, announcing an expansion of their partnership Wednesday where each airline can sell tickets on some of each other's flights

36 Hours in Cambridge, Mass.

Anchored to the banks of the Charles River by Harvard and M.I.T., Cambridge blends its erudite character with a rich serving of arts and culture

New to Airbnb? How to Make It Work for You

I have a confession: before writing this column, I had never used Airbnb. My first experience with this San Francisco-based rental-home marketplace, which was founded in 2008 and dropped a proverbial bomb on the hotel industry, came when I visited Milwaukee in April

Airline fees you can avoid

Everyone talks about those awful airline fees, but if you think airline CEOs are going to do anything about them, well, as the late Carl Sagan might have put it, fee revenue means billions and billions

Universal unveils a greatest hits lineup for Halloween Horror Nights 2016

Horror Nights 2016 will feature seven haunted mazes, four scare zones and a show on select nights from Sept. 16 to Nov. 5

From Pokémon to secret passageways: 5 of the best alternative city tours

City breaks are usually a short, simple way to see somewhere new, but it can be easy to get stuck in the rigmarole of ticking off tourist attractions and generic sightseeing excursions. So for those interested in delving a little deeper, it's worth seeking out the growing number of alternative city tours

What's the real difference between restaurants with one, two and three Michelin stars?

Over the last 25 years, I’ve been fortunate enough to dine in hundreds of Michelin-starred restaurants around the world – and have the depleted bank balance and expanded waistline to prove it

Restaurants Named for Norwegian Cruise Line's Chinese Ship, Norwegian Joy

A Korean hot pot restaurant, Sakura amp Hibiscus, and a seafood restaurant called Neptune's are some of the new restaurants that will debut on Norwegian Joy, the first ship by Norwegian Cruise Line to be built for the Chinese market

11 Incredible European Cities That Are Incredibly Cheap To Visit

“Cheap” isn’t usually the first word that comes to mind regarding a trip to Europe. But if expert travelers know anything, it’s that there are always ways to work the system in our financial favor

The clock that changed the meaning of time

A journey inside Bern's whimsical clock tower reveals how clicking gears and dancing bears changed the meaning of time

Brad Pitt Is Opening a Luxury Resort in Croatia

Actor, producer, activist, and now hotelier: Brad Pitt is the latest celebrity to enter the hospitality industry by building a new luxury resort in Croatia, complete with a hotel, villas, restaurants, shops and a golf course. The massive development, set in the small coastal town of Zablace, is set to cost more than $1.5 billion and will be “a modern ecologically-responsible planned community,” People magazine reported

The Best Time to Book Thanksgiving Travel

Labor Day weekend may have just ended, but it’s not too early to start thinking about your next trip. The week of September 12 is your earliest opportunity to score savings on Thanksgiving travel, according to travel search engine Skyscanner. But the best savings are available no more than four weeks ahead of Thanksgiving

Beliefs aside, Noah's Ark in Kentucky is something to see

Ark Encounter has brought attention and controversy to Williamstown, Ky., with a life-size replica of Noah's ark

Carnival Cruise Line to build two new giant ships

Carnival Corp. announced two 180,000-ton ships coming to Carnival Cruise Line to be built by 2020 and 2022. They will be the largest ships by far for the fleet and hold around 5,200 passengers each, which rival the Oasis-class ships of Royal Caribbean

Net-A-Porter joins forces with Cathay Pacific for in-flight shopping

Flying fashionistas hankering for a haute couture hit while hurtling through the skies have a new way to satisfy their cravings

A Bohemian Surf Town in Bali, Where Serenity Rules

Escape the province’s bedlam with a quick pilgrimage to the artsy coastal town of Canggu. Here’s where to eat, pray and chill there

A Barcelona Hotel Evokes a Time When Cotton Was King

In a landmark 19th-century building that once housed the city’s Cotton Producers Guild (textiles were big business in Barcelona for centuries), the interior designer Lázaro Rosa-Violán has woven a layered and evocative ambience reminiscent of the golden age of travel

Best places to gamble in the Caribbean

Whether you have a passion for poker, soft spot for the slots or like the rush of the roulette wheel, you’ll find a winning gaming getaway in the Caribbean. Here are some of the islands’ best bets

British Airways grounds flights after 'glitch'

Tens of thousands of British Airways passengers are experiencing delays due to what the airline described as "problems with the computer systems"

Celestyal Cruises Adding New-Builds, Expanding to Gulf and Adding a Second Ship to Cuba

Celestyal Cruises could see two new builds join its fleet by 2021, according to CEO Kyriakos Anastassiadis. Speaking to Cruise Critic, Mr Anastassiadis said the "ultimate objective" was new builds, and the line is currently working with a ship designer to achieve that aim

How I Got Rich In My Career And Life By Traveling

When I told my father I was going to go traveling, his response was unsurprising. ‘Who are you going with?’ I held my breath. ‘By myself, Dad.’

The city that lives a double life

The Buda and the Pest sides not only give Hungary’s capital its name, but also define the varied lifestyles and character on each side

Southwest flight attendant delights passengers with 'Looney Tunes' safety speech

It was one loony landing. No passengers were hurt but they were left in stitches. A video of a Southwest Airlines flight attendant impersonating a host of iconic "Looney Tunes" characters during the landing process in Chicago on Sept. 1 has gone viral

7 shiny new presidential suites

They're the biggest, most extravagant rooms a hotel offers, and they've been temporary homes for celebrities, politicians and royalty

5 Reasons to Visit Rwanda Right Now

Rwanda is the travel world’s phoenix rising. From a devastating genocide more than two decades ago, it has emerged as one of East Africa’s premier travel destinations, with a capital city transformed and world renowned national parks, which teem with birds and big game—minus the tourist hordes. Here are five reasons you should visit Rwanda right now

London Looks to Attract Riders to River Thames Cable Cars With Champagne and Live Music

London's transportation officials have submitted a proposal to allow alcohol on the cable cars across the River Thames. If approved, passengers taking the 10-minute trip on the Emirates Air Line would be able to get champagne from bars and platforms at each end of the 300-foot-high crossing

Kenmare sits rich with history on Ireland's southwest coast

Stepping out of the Dublin airport, the polyglot crowd of Germans, Americans, Poles, Spaniards and French waiting for rental cars on this early May morning

New York City's Next Big Thing

It’s known for providing the best view of the Statue of Liberty, but now there’s a new reason to visit this New York neighbourhood

Top 10 tropical cruise islands

With a cocktail in hand, sit back and take in the white sands and clear waters of the best tropical island destinations

9 Things You Need to Know Before Road Tripping With Pets

You don’t realize just how small your car is until you’re road tripping across America for 10 months with a pyramid of suitcases, a boyfriend, that boyfriend’s Imelda Marcos-level shoe collection, and two dogs. Lucky for us, our dogs are Chihuahuas

Korean Air Will Charge Up to $120 If You Flake On Your Flight

Missing a flight—whether it's because you got stuck in traffic or because your connecting flight was late—is a stressful enough experience without taking the financial aspect into account. In addition to eating the cost of the ticket and possibly having to pay the difference to book a new one, some airlines are now charging a "no-show" fee for people who book a seat and then don't use it

Flying in Business Class Has Gotten Way Cheaper

Your dreams of sitting smugly and glamorously up at the front of the plane may finally be within reach. Flight prices for plush, business-class seats have been much cheaper this year on several popular international routes

Why your passport might be useless

Many countries won't let you in if your passport is within six months of expiring so check the expiration date

Singapore’s quirkiest places to eat and shop - with or without kids

Once you’ve ticked off Singapore’s megawatt and child-friendly attractions such as Gardens by the Bay, the Singapore Zoo Night Safari, the Botanic Gardens, Universal Studios and the endless quest to find the city’s best of Hainanese chicken rice, there is still plenty for young tourist to do

24 hours in Stockholm: One perfect day

Scattered across 14 islands, Stockholm is a city with a magical setting. Here's how to spend a perfect day there

Mid-day at a Moroccan Oasis

At the End of the Last Track in the Sahara,the Wind Whistles a Scary Tune. Twenty km. south of Arfoud, the road unravels like the thoughts of a madman

Get swept off your feet by Sorrento and Capri

When people think of Italy and romance, most think of the Tuscany region or Rome. But Sorrento and Capri remain for me among the top spots for lovers

InterContinental unit Kimpton Hotels hit by payment card data breach

InterContinental-owned Kimpton Hotels amp Restaurants said an investigation had found a malware attack on servers that processed payment cards

25 Japanese foods we can't live without

Comfort foods, gourmet selections, and lots of strange textures -- here are our picks of the most delicious and iconic food items of this foodie's paradise

Is a Disney cruise worth the cost?

Disney is known around the world for its family-friendly entertainment offerings. But family fun doesn't always come cheap. On Disney Cruise Line, you may end up paying a pretty penny for a vacation. But is the higher price worth it all

Hong Kong's secret night meal

Hong Kongers revere food so much that they've created a little-known fourth meal that's only eaten after dark

This Cheap Flights Site Lets You Buy Tickets With Monthly Payments

Fight booking site CheapAir is now allowing customers to pay for tickets in installments using three, six or 12-month purchase plans. The goal, CEO Jeff Klee said in a statement, is to “give everyone the freedom to travel.” But we aren’t so sure this is freedom at all

Just Back from Emerald Star: Hits

Just three years old, Emerald Waterways is still a relatively new entrant into the world of European river cruising. The value-oriented sister brand of Australia-based Scenic, the Emerald fleet has four river boats with three more on the way in 2017

Brown Beach House Hotel, Croatia

In the ancient harbour town of Trogir, with its magnificent Unesco-listed Romanesque cathedral, the luxury boutique hotel overlooks the narrow sea channel between Čiovo and the mainland

Amsterdam, Revisited

This year we decided to take our summer vacation in Amsterdam. For my family, Amsterdam is not just any destination. I lived in the city for seven years and wrote a book about it. My partner, Pamela, lived there for 23 years. We met in Amsterdam. Our son was born in the city

Eat around the world in London

London’s a global hub, especially when it comes to the food scene. In the last five years, London has roared ahead of other capital cities in embracing pretty much every food trend that has challenged our stomachs. Korean fried chicken? You betcha

Don't worry about packing on pounds on Hungry Girl's cruise to the Caribbean

Cruising is the downfall of many a dieter, but it doesn’t have to be. Now there’s the Hungry Girl cruise, led by Hungry Girl creator Lisa Lillien aboard Holland America’s Eurodam

48 hours in Milan: hotels, restaurants and places to visit

Milan is a city that strides out in style, from its fashion houses to its cultural delights. Get there before the impeccably dressed crowds arrive for Milan Fashion Week (21-27 September) and you’ll find the city much more manageable

25 amazing facts about Kyrgyzstan

As Kyrgyzstan celebrates 25 years of independence, here are a few things you didn't know about the country

PampO Cruises Introduces New Wi-Fi Packages as Part of their Stay Connected Programme

Whether you're an avid Instagram user looking to share envy-inducing images from your cruise ship sun lounger or you're simply keen to keep in touch with the office through email, PampO Cruises has made it easier to stay connected 24/7 with three brand-new 24-hour Wi-Fi packages as part of their Stay Connected internet programme

First U.S.-Cuba Scheduled Flight In Decades Set To Depart

Among the passengers on the 150-seat Airbus A320 will be U.S. Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx, JetBlue Chief Executive Officer Robin Hayes, news reporters and photographers

These 3 simple words will save you time and money when traveling

Whether you squeeze in a last summer trip, plan a fall getaway or head to family for Thanksgiving, this tip – it’s actually a series of tips - will help save money, time and energy. Maybe even a little heartache. It all boils down to three little words: Grab and go

Grim news kept people away from theme parks

Heading into this summer, all signs were pointing to another banner year for Florida’s attractions. But it has been a cruel summer, especially for Orlando. In June, Orlando was stunned by the shooting death of “Voice” singer Christina Grimmie at a local venue, a massacre at the Pulse nightclub and a fatal alligator attack on a child at Disney World

Spinnaker Tower: England's impressive 170m tower

It's 16 years since Portsmouth won its Spinnaker Tower, a millennium project begun in the year 2000 and rising majestically over the next five years above one of the most historic harbours in the world

17 awesome islands you can have all to yourself

If you’ve ever dreamt of living the castaway life, these opportunities to enjoy a whole island to yourself are bound to impress. Whether your budget is $500 or $100,000, check out some of the world’s most private island escapes, from the simple to the seriously swanky

Best countries for solo travelers

There are many travelers who say that traveling alone is the best way to see the world. Without the influence of a friend or partner’s tastes, prejudices or preferences, you allow yourself a journey of true self-discovery

The Hotel Room of the Future Will Listen to You

Is the air conditioning turning you into a popsicle? Is the television too loud? Are you hankering for a midnight snack? Don't just sit there. Tell your hotel room

How to Get a Passport in 24 Hours

Common knowledge dictates that getting a passport takes time and a good bit of paperwork: According to the State Department, routine processing takes four to six weeks, and expedited processing two to four weeks—and it's all even more of a hassle if you're applying for the first time. Got a trip to Mozambique on Friday, and no passport to show for it? Worry not: You can actually get a passport in 24 hours

Walk the runway at the Fashion Week of travel

Chances are you’ve never heard of Virtuoso Travel Week. Well my friends, it’s time to change that. Think of the mammoth Virtuoso Travel Week trade show as the Fashion Week of travel. Every year, thousands of representatives from the luxury travel world — hotels, cruise ships, tour companies, and all things wanderlust — come to Las Vegas to reveal their latest and greatest to travel agents

A Food Lover's Guide to Montreal

Somehow, despite years of innovative restaurants opened by up-and-coming chefs, Montreal is still quietly—emphasis on quietly—home to one of the most flourishing food scenes in North America. So while your friends wait in line at a hyped new restaurant in New York City's East Village, you can hop on a one-hour flight to Canada, on your way to a restaurant that’s actually worth the hype—without the wait

20 New Fall Books to Look Forward To

As August rapidly comes to a close and kids zip up their backpacks and head back to school, it’s time to start looking forward to fall reading. This week, the book editors at Amazon released their 2016 Fall Books Preview, a list of the most anticipated books of the season

Cruising around the world in 115 days

What it's like to be aboard Holland America's Amsterdam on a 115-day world cruise, hitting 40-plus ports on five continents

The original Ice Hotel in Swedish Lapland is cold comfort

“At 3.30pm there will be a lesson on how to sleep in your room,” said the glacier-blue-eyed blonde behind the desk. We laughed. The girl nodded knowingly, watching as we absorbed the gravity of sleeping in a room made of ice kept at a constant temperature of -5C

Where to find the best classic Southern comfort food in New Orleans

A small crowd has gathered outside a corner restaurant in the New Orleans neighbourhood of Treme, waiting for its doors to open for lunch service. A young woman breaks the line to wiggle the handle and peer through a window, apologising for her impatience as she reclaims her position in the searing Louisiana midday sun

Chinese hotels reportedly ordered to reject guests from Muslim-majority countries

Workers at several budget hotels in Guangzhou said that they were ordered as far back as March to deny guests from Pakistan, Syria, Iraq, Turkey and Afghanistan

10 of the best back-to-nature stays in England

Plant yourself in the midst of glorious English countryside in our pick of rustic accommodation, including hostels, cosy cottages and glampsites

How To Make Time For Travel Without Quitting Your Job

I love my full-time job and I love to travel. However, I do not plan on quitting my job so I can travel full-time. That’s just not going to happen unless I’m retired. Why? I whole heartedly admit that I enjoy the stability of a routine pay check, having a home base, health insurance and other benefits that come along with my job

Holy water and wedding dresses: the weirdest items left behind at UK airports

If you have ever left anything behind at an airport, it will be of some comfort to learn that you are one of many – and hopefully it wasn’t you who misplaced their wedding dress or that bottle of holy water

I tried out 5 cheap airlines this summer. Here's what I found

Budget airlines are back and battling their way into the public's affections, in some cases. In other cases, they're the carriers we love to hate. But budget doesn't always mean bad

Chef Jacques Pepin to host cruise for foodies

Celebrity chef Jacques Pepin will host a special cruise for foodies next summer in the Mediterranean. Oceania Cruises says the well-known TV cooking show host and author of more than 20 cookbooks will lead a 10-day voyage from London to Copenhagen that kicks off June 2

Why You Should Visit Oman, the Gulf's Undiscovered Gem

In Oman, people like to tell you how wrong you are about the weather. They do so with a sort of grim triumph, as if reminding you that your bouncy American optimism doesn’t work here. “It’s a beautiful day!” you might chirp to Rashid, the man who’ll drive you in a Land Cruiser deep into the Wahiba Sands, the nearly 5,000-square-mile desert that abuts Yemen and where you’ll be camping in a goat-hair tent for the night

Europe's artisan city that invented Ferrari's first engine

I watch mesmerised as three dust-covered sculptors use power tools to carve a 20-tonne block of dazzling white marble. One of them is wearing a hat made out of newspaper, the traditional headgear of choice for local artisans. Eventually, the block will be transformed into a six-metre-long sculpture of the Holy Mother, a scaled up version of a wooden model on a table nearby

In Mexico City, a Modernist Hotel and Temple to High Design

In the lively (and lesser-known to tourists) Colonia Juárez neighborhood, the Hotel Carlota, which opened in June 2015, is a temple to high design. Built by the prestigious local firm JSa Arquitectura and “art-directed” by Cadena

New Carnival route: Los Angeles to Alaska and back

Cruise giant Carnival has announced plans for a voyage from the Los Angeles area to Alaska and back -- a first for the line. The Miami-based cruise operator says the 2,124-passenger Carnival Miracle will depart Long Beach, Calif. on Sept. 2, 2017 on a 14-night, roundtrip sailing that features stops in Juneau, Skagway, Ketchikan and Sitka in Alaska as well as Vancouver, British Columbia

Snowdonia's 5 best luxury hotels

Opening this week, Grade II-listed Palé Hall has had a substatial refurb since it was a private home that once hosted the likes of Queen Victoria and, later, Winston Churchill

England's 15 least popular attractions

These are the least visited attractions in England, according to last year's figures. Drop by this Bank Holiday weekend - they'd love to have you

New Itineraries, Inclusions and a Ship Coming to Uniworld in 2017

The luxury river cruise line Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection is changing things up for 2017, adding new itineraries, a brand-new "super ship" and more inclusions to its sailings

What To Do (And Eat) With 10 Days In Taiwan

This past April I was lucky enough to be able to travel to Taiwan to visit my husband’s relatives. His family members were the best tour guides during the 10 days we visited and there is no way I would have seen and experienced the things we did if we didn’t have local guides to our adventures. So hopefully this can be your guide to your tour of Taiwan

The world’s secret hideaways

A 19th-century wartime bunker on the Dutch waterways might not sound like the most obvious holiday rental, but two years ago it was turned into exactly that. Inspired by Le Corbusier’s holiday home in the south of France, architects B-ILD came up with inventive ways to make the most of the small space, from custom-made wooden furniture that could be stowed away when it’s not in use to beds that fold up against the wall

Beautiful photos of deserted metro stations

The daily commute is the most mundane and often the most frustrating part of city living -- but photographer Chris Forsyth wants us to appreciate the beauty hidden in our transit systems

We Just Made the Ultimate Travel Dopp Kit

Finding TSA-approved sizes of the best-of-the-best beauty products isn't always easy, and having full-size favorites taken at security puts a real damper on the start of a trip. (Been there, lost too many lotions.) But, this month, Traveler and Allure editors have hand-picked travel-sized essentials and packed them into the ultimate dopp kit. With more than $150 worth of product, the limited-edition beauty box—which just went on sale yesterday —includes everything a traveler needs on long-haul flights to keep skin moisturized and avoid that "just endured a six-hour layover" look

Why Airlines Love Baggage Fees (and Maybe You Should, Too)

Ever since the airline industry introduced baggage fees in 2008, passengers have been grumbling about the fee-less golden years of yore. But according to a new study out of the University of Kansas, baggage fees are not entirely bad for passengers: They have contributed to fewer departure delays for U.S. airlines

Ovation of the Seas a quantum leap in cruising

Most simply jump in feet first as soon as they cross the gangway and get lost in a schedule of there not being a schedule. For others, it may take a day or two to put down their phones, disconnect (or get their sea legs*) but eventually the smell of fresh sea air, a blue horizon in every direction, the lure of rattling ice cubes in the bottom of glasses, dozens of sun beds, banana lounges and the prospect of burying yourself in a good book, is overwhelming and overpowering

The party atmosphere of Havana, without the hassle

In a crowded bar everyone's sitting listening rapt with attention to a guitarist strumming a passionate folk song when a woman suddenly rises to her feet. Her back is as straight as a rod, her head is held high and her arms move up in a graceful arc, with her wrists bent and her hands rotating outwards

These travel hacks just don't work

Philip Pragados thought he'd discovered a perfect travel hack: sharing his TSA PreCheck number, also called a "Known Traveler Number," with a friend. "She used it and was sent to the PreCheck line," says Pragados, an IT consultant who lives in Washington

How to Eat Like a Local on the Road

Enjoying good food is an essential part of any vacation — at least according to David McInerney, the co-founder of the New York City-based grocery delivery service FreshDirect, who spends most of his time traveling the world sourcing food for the company

The best beachcombing beaches around the USA

Is there a simpler summertime pleasure than strolling a beach to collect the shelled treasures that wash ashore? Well, only eating ice cream in bare feet, perhaps, though those can go hand in hand. Follow our lead for the best beaches for beachcombing across the USA and get ready to fill your buckets with sand dollars, shark’s teeth, sea glass and more

From North Korea to Iran: these are the 5 most unusual surfing destinations

Surfers in search of the next big wave are now turning to more remote locations, from under-visited coastlines to extreme cold spots

Dress code advice for Muslim travellers visiting France

As France’s highest administrative court deliberates an appeal to overturn the burkini ban in certain resorts - while former French President Nicolas Sarkozy calls for country-wide prohibition - we examine the dress codes that Muslim travellers should be aware of

Emerald Destiny to Replace Fire-Damaged Cruise Ship

Evergreen Tours, also known as Emerald Waterways, has revealed another new ship to be launched in Europe next year. Emerald Destiny will replace Emerald Belle, which was destroyed by a fire in February, a few weeks before it was due to debut. Rather than repairing the “significantly damaged” vessel, the Australian company decided to start fresh with a new one

NYC Travel: The Hotel Elys

When staying in New York City, there is no better experience than rooming in a piece of history. The Hotel Elysée, a long standing landmark hotel designed in the 1920’s, and once a playground for the rich and famous, offers an extraordinary oasis of European charm in demanding city of cement and steel

'Like nowhere else': Madagascar casts a spell over Simon Reeve

I was completely gobsmacked by Madagascar when I first arrived in 2006, as part of a televised tour around the Tropic of Capricorn. It’s like nowhere else on Earth. The only place I can compare it to is the Galápagos Islands, but on a much bigger scale; it’s the fourth biggest island in the world

Don't just drive-by: Get close to nature at these national parks

Take off your flip flops and lace up some sturdy walking shoes. You’ll need them to get the most out of a visit to a National Park this Centennial year -- if you don’t want to be a “windshield tourist." The Parks Service turned 100 Thursday and sites all across are celebrating with larger than life experiences

So far, it seems no one caught Zika at the Olympics

No one appears to have caught Zika at the Olympics, the World Health Organization said Thursday. WHO and other experts predicted the Olympics would not be a big source of Zika spread to the rest of the world. August is winter in Rio de Janeiro, and the Zika-bearing mosquitoes are less active then

Lost baggage, cancelled flights: What are your rights when you fly?

If your airline loses your baggage, delays your flight or chucks you off due to an overbooked flight: would you know your rights?

10 of the world’s best islands to explore by bike

We all love an island escape, but you don’t have to spend the entire time on the beach or by the resort pool. From favourite holiday haunts to remote destinations you’ve probably never heard of, here are 10 places that are paradise on two wheels, as featured in Lonely Planet’s new book, Epic Bike Rides of the World

All the U.S. Airlines That Are Flying to Cuba

Looking for a flight schedule to Cuba? We’ve got you covered. When JetBlue’s inaugural commercial flight to Santa Clara lands next week, it will become the first U.S. airline to begin regular commercial flights to Cuba in more than 50 years

Aloft Hotels Now Has Voice-Activated Rooms

Ever wished there was an easier way to turn on the TV or open the blinds than by pressing a button? Good news: two Aloft hotels now have "voice-activated hotel rooms," where you can ask Siri (aka, the voice of the iPhone, who is sort of like the telephone operator for a new generation) for a nearby restaurant recommendation without even having to lift—or tap—a finger. Dubbed "Project Jetson," the program just rolled out at Aloft's hotels in Boston and Santa Clara, California

Norwegian Cruise Line to close private island for renovations

Earlier this year Norwegian Cruise Line revealed extensive plans to refurbish its private island, Great Stirrup Cay, as part of its larger $400 million Norwegian Edge investment program

The 9 Most Scenic Hot-Air Balloon Rides in the World

Revel in 360-degree views of Earth's most scenic landscapes, hovering high and low on a thrilling hot-air balloon ride. Only the adventurous need apply

The World’s Most Remote Hotel Gets a Luxury Makeover

White Desert’s Whichaway Camp, a boutique hotel with six specialized pods in the Dronning Maud Land region in Antarctica, sits tucked away in a remote terrain hosting a stunning scenery of ice waves and frozen lakes

'Frozen' musical on Disney Wonder will embrace puppets, lasers

We know the songs that will be in the new "Frozen" musical coming to the Disney Wonder cruise ship this fall, but it's the technology Disney Cruise Line hopes will set it apart. While remarkable puppetry isn't new to the cruise line's on-board productions, "Frozen: A Musical Spectacular" will have much more than any other including major characters Olaf the snowman and Sven the reindeer

Notel is the latest urban glamping to set up on a Melbourne rooftop

It’s a caravan park, but not as you know it. Six shiny Airstream trailers, perched on a Melbourne rooftop, have been refitted as designer urban accommodation to add some serious glam to the growing urban camping trend

Is everyone really naked? 10 common misconceptions about Burning Man festival

Burning Man kicks off this weekend in Nevada. You know the one. It's that festival where all the stoned hippies run around naked in the desert setting bonfires. Or wait, is it the one where P. Diddy and Mark Zuckerberg wear costumes and pop champagne bottles while dancing to EDM? Whatever you think you know about Burning Man, here are some common myths dispelled

This man is on a mission to run 26 miles through all 59 national parks

Bill Sycalik recently ran a little over 26 miles through the jagged peaks, flat grasslands and gently sloping valleys of South Dakota's Badlands National Park. The week before, he successfully avoided two bison herds at Theodore Roosevelt National Park in North Dakota

Derelict luxury hotels around the world

When it comes to ruined buildings, it's hard to match the poignancy of an abandoned luxury hotel. Once they were places where the wealthy came to play or the less fortunate came to experience a glamor beyond their usual means

Where luxury meets danger: Inside the first Northwest Passage cruise

Cruise captains usually don’t celebrate icy waters. But thanks in large part to climate change, Captain Birger J. Vorland is confident he’s about to make history sailing through Northwest Passage. Like his predecessor, Roald Amundsen, Vorland is Norwegian. But unlike Amundsen, who took three years to complete the first successful all-water crossing in 1906, Vorland will do it in 32 days

Woman survives month in New Zealand mountains after partner died on hike

A Czech woman found alive in a remote mountain cabin in New Zealand has told police she spent a month there alone after her partner fell and died on a hiking trail. The woman was found on Wednesday at a warden’s hut on the famous Routeburn track, which winds through a spectacular gorge in the mountains of Fiordland national park in the South Island

Can Girls Travel To India Alone?

“You absolutely can’t go to India alone.” I heard this sentence nearly every day for months before ignoring multiple people’s opinions and boarding a plane to Bangalore. Two weeks ago I returned to England. Feeling safe, happy and more independent than ever before

Carnival Adds 14-Night Alaska Cruise to Carnival Journeys Sailings

As part of its series of Carnival Journeys enrichment voyages, Carnival Cruise Line will offer a 14-night Alaska sailing on Carnival Miracle, traveling roundtrip from Los Angeles' Long Beach on September 2, 2017

Booze, bison and babushkas – 25 things you didn’t know about Belarus

To mark 25 years since an independent Belarus was formally recognised, here are some remarkable facts about it

36 Hours in Belgrade

Epic night life, thriving cafe culture, hearty meals and emerging, design-conscious industrial districts: Belgrade has a gritty, distinctive appeal

Report: 'Blame the airlines for flight delays, not the weather'

“Blame the airlines for flight delays, not the weather.” At least that’s the take from Bloomberg News, which crunched federal data and came to the conclusion that “airline miscues” such as mechanical issues and crew scheduling are now the leading cause of U.S. flight delays

When will the airport liquids ban end?

It's 10 years this month since the “liquid bomb plot” was uncovered, leading to the current draconian rules that limit individual liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs) to 100ml containers, all within a clear, resealable bag

Sicily’s Mount Etna, an Island Within an Island

In the summer, Sicily is the color of flax. The valleys, the hillsides, the horizon all bear the same overexposed quality, the burned-out yellow of haystacks. But if you fly into Palermo and head east by car, the hues slowly start to change, getting deeper and greener with altitude

Five recently revamped European luxury hotels

Looking for some refreshed luxury? These sumptuous European hotels have just undergone renovations to bring their luxe rating up a notch or two. On your next trip across the pond, why not book a stay at

Elevator problem shuts Washington Monument, but National Park Service birthday event will go on

The Washington Monument is closed and will remain shut at least until Aug. 30 while the landmark’s elevator is repaired. The closure won’t, however, stop a Thursday event planned on the grounds to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the National Park Service. The Park Service is set to gather more

Powerful Earthquakes in Italy Kill Dozens and Shatter Towns

Strong earthquakes struck a mountainous stretch of central Italy early Wednesday, killing at least 38 people, trapping scores under debris and setting off tremors that awakened residents in Rome, nearly 100 miles to the southwest

30 under-the-radar places everyone should visit in the UK

Everyone knows the big-name landmarks in the UK, but there's so much more to the country than Big Ben and Stonehenge. Did you know that the UK is home to the world's longest hedge maze and a picturesque island where there's a ban on cars? Probably not

Get paid to travel: the best jobs for globetrotters

Can you spot the difference between a cloud and the Northern Lights? Then we might have found the job for you: the Arctic Snow Hotel in Finland is looking to recruit an Aurora Borealis spotter, which some commentators are describing as “the best job in travel”

Tropical Storms Forming in Caribbean Spur Cruise Itinerary Changes

Late August through early September is prime time for hurricanes and tropical storms in the Caribbean. Even as it dies down, Tropical Depression Fiona spurred Royal Caribbean to make adjustments to itineraries, and Tropical Storm Gaston is on the horizon

This Obscenely Fancy Mega-Yacht Comes With Its Own Private 'Beach'

We’re always looking for affordable ways to take a break, even on the high seas. But hey, it never hurts to dream about life on a 590-foot mega-yacht, too. Behold the 108M mega-yacht concept from Hareide Design Norway. This massive ship is designed with its own elevated dining and viewing platforms, tranquil gardens and even a private beach of sorts

Leaving Ainswick behind for Sarasota

Not long ago, I was at Medford High School to see my friend’s teenage daughter perform in a school production of Agatha Christie’s “The Hollow.” She and the young actors, who delivered their lines in their best English accents, kept talking about a fictional estate named Ainswick, a family property that seemed to house all of the characters’ emotional baggage

Some Airlines Will Soon Charge You to Complain

Over the years, passengers have been complaining more and more as airlines add on baggage fees and take away complimentary meals. Guess what? That complaint might soon cost you, too. On August 21, it was revealed that several U.K. airlines would start charging passengers £25 ($33) to file a grievance

You Can Eat a Burger That Looks Like a Pokémon

If you're into Pokémon, there's a good chance you're going to love these Pokéburgers. Hashtag Burgers—a restaurant group in Australia—has introduced a new menu item at their spot, Down-N-Out (a regional play off of the ever-popular In-N-Out, we're sure). The burgers are themed after three Pokémon characters: Pikachu, Bulbasaur, and Charmander

Cool place of the day: The Cricket Inn, Devon

Tucked away in the pretty little coastal village of Beesands, just seven miles from Kingsbridge and 12 miles from Dartmouth, the Cricket Inn is a beautiful seaside spot by any standards, and the sort of place we really like – a quaint old fishing inn that has been reinvented as a light and spacious gastropub with a handful of comfortable rooms upstairs to collapse into after a pleasant evening

A day in an ‘aging suit’ shows airport accessibility challenges

I’m old enough to occasionally be addressed as “ma’am,” but young and healthy enough to have no trouble running, if need be, to a far-off gate at an airport and lifting my own carry-on into an overhead bin

Chip Technology Keeps Checked Luggage in Check

On a recent Southwest Airlines flight from Baltimore, Shvilla Rasheem arrived in Indianapolis, but her luggage did not. Ms. Rasheem, a 34-year-old consultant, said she always checks her bag when flying on Southwest because there is no fee. “I never thought of the possibility that I would not get my luggage,” she said

Russia’s Literary Icons, Explored on a Budget

“Chekhov,” I kept saying. “Check-off.” Natalya, my kind, maternal Airbnb hostess, finally nodded. “Ahh,” she said, understanding. “Chekhov,” she repeated, making the “e” sound like “ee” and the “kh” more guttural. “Yes, I love him,” she said, clutching her heart. “He writes about my life. He is funny; he is sad.”

Tuesday is Dino-day at Chicago’s O’Hare Airport

At Chicago’s O’Hare Airport (ORD), it is hard to miss the model of the four-story high, 72-foot-long Brachiosaurus skeleton on loan from Chicago’s Field Museum of Natural History that stands guard on the upper level of Terminal 1 in Concourse B. But on Tuesday there will be a party at ORD for a real dinosaur skeleton

US beaches: the top 10 coastal hotspots

Britain’s got Blackpool, Bridlington and Bournemouth - but where do Americans go when they need a beach escape? In a new survey, The Independent can reveal the most popular resorts in the US. Using a wide range of sources, we have compiled a chart of the highest achievers and listed them in order of the number of visitors each year. Some you will have heard of, but others may surprise - they are off the map for most international travellers, but well worth exploring by anyone who wants to get closer to the soul of America

Top 10: the best Bath bampbs

An insider’s guide to Bath's top bampbs, including the best bed and breakasts for Georgian architecture, period furnishings, stylish rooms with views, four-poster beds, roll-top baths, and delicious cooked breakfasts, in areas including central Bath, near to Great Pulteney Street, the Roman Baths and Thermae Bath Spa

Norwegian Cruise Line's Great Stirrup Cay to Close for Two Months

As part of The Norwegian Edge investment program, Norwegian Cruise Line will be closing its private island, Great Stirrup Cay, for refurbishment. The closure will take place from August 25 to October 20, mostly affecting short itineraries on Norwegian Sky, which will sail to Nassau and Grand Bahama instead

8 Truths About Long-Term Travel

Back in August 2015, I took the plunge and left the Philippines for South America with no clear idea of when to go back home. When people asked me when I planned to go back, I would say, “In 2 years or 3 years, who knows?” Prior to my South America trip, the longest I’ve been out of the country was 70 days in Europe, and around 4 months in Asia traveling with someone

20 great hotels, BampBs and apartments in Germany

Vintage caravans, log cabins, a view of the Alps or the Baltic … we choose affordable, alternative places to stay across cities, coast and countryside

'Head hammock' neck pillow promises you can finally sleep on a plane

How many times have you been on a plane or train dozing off, only to experience that incessant head bob? We’re not meant to sleep sitting up, but nonetheless we’re forced to when we travel. That’s why a number of creative people have developed products all promising to help you catch some zzz’s on the go — and one is taking the world by storm: the NodPod

The Italian Wine Regions You Should Visit Next

Looking for the next Chianti, Barolo, or Brunello? Oenophiles should plan a trip to one of these wine regions in Italy, chosen by experts as the next big thing

People Are Camping Out in Teslas and Loving It

Teslas have built a reputation on being great for the environment, but they might also be great for camping. That's right: The electric cars' drivers are not only having a ball camping in the electric cars, there are entire communities dedicated to sharing how to make the most of spending the night in the vehicle

From Montreal to Minnesota, by Inland Sea

I was so used to driving and flying, my understanding of North America had become distorted. Then I took a slow boat through four Great Lakes. I saw every mile

North Korea: How can I visit the secret state, and is it morally right to go?

“The situation on the Korean Peninsula is so tense that a nuclear war may break out any moment” – so said the North Korean state media organisation this morning, as South Korean and US troops began their annual exercise simulating conflict across the divided nation. This latest declaration is likely to be yet more rhetoric from the last bastion of oppressive state communism, though Seoul and Washington are well aware of the nuclear threat posed by Kim Jong-un’s regime

10 Europe road trips that should be on your bucket list

The next time you head to Europe, consider applying the classic American road trip formula to your vacation abroad. Hitting the road in Europe is a great way to get off the beaten tourist path and spontaneously discover small villages, regional cuisine and friendly locals. And you’ll surely find plenty of roadside attractions (just maybe not a giant ball of twine). Here are 10 of the best road trip routes to try in Europe

Remarkable things you didn't know about the Queen Mary ocean liner

Built in Clydebank at a cost of £3.5m (around £223m today; by comparison, the bill for the record-breaking Harmony of the Seas, one of the world’s newest cruise ships, was just over £1bn), Queen Mary sailed from 1936 until 1967

With the Olympics Over, Six Former Host Cities Worth Visiting

Now that the Rio Olympics are over, inevitable questions about the city’s post-Games legacy have surfaced. Rio de Janeiro, like every host city, hopes to continue reaping Olympics-related benefits long past the closing ceremony, such as increased tourism and a bolstered world reputation. But things don’t always go as planned

Million-mile birthday gift for baby born on plane

When a baby named Haven grows up and is asked “Where were you born?” she’ll have a great story to tell. And, given that one of her first birthday presents is one million frequent-flier points, she’ll likely be telling that story to her seatmates on an airplane

Cruising through the melting icebergs that could flood the world

I didn’t think the scene could get any more captivating. As I wandered along the Arctic shore of Svalbard, a remote archipelago stranded between Norway and the North Pole, a majestic blue iceberg was making a terrific racket – the air bubbles trapped within popping furiously, the sound of immense pressure escaping in a noisy rush as the ice melted. But then the call came: “Polar bear”

10 things I've learned working as a VIP air stewardess

During her time as a VIP air stewardess for the rich and famous, Emilia George has learned to expect the unexpected. Here she shares her most memorable stories and what they taught her

Carnival Cruise Line to Make First Visits to Thailand and Vietnam

Carnival Cruise Line is planning a voyage from Sydney to Singapore, which will include the company's first calls to Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam and Ko Samui in Thailand, as well as several cruises from China. On sale now, the 19-night cruise aboard Carnival Spirit departs 3 May 2018 and also calls at Bali in Indonesia and Airlie Beach and Darwin in Australia

This Company Literally Forces Its Employees To Go On Vacation

Americans wasted a record-setting 658 million vacation days last year. Notorious for letting precious vacation days go unused, many folks stay plugged-in even when they manage manage to make it out of town. But this brilliant company is putting an end to the vacation problem, in the most amazing way possible

European city tours with locals: five of the best websites and apps

Who better to explore a city with than an enthusiastic, knowledgeable local? Smartphone-based digital wizardry means finding the right guide or tour is now only a tap away

Are travelers losing the hotel booking wars?

In an ongoing war between big hotel chains and online travel agencies, value-minded consumers are emerging as the winners. Three out of four travelers believe they’ll get a better deal by booking rooms through an online travel site such as Expedia or Priceline, according to a study commissioned by Triptease, a start-up company that helps hotels increase revenue through direct booking

8 special ways to blow the vacation budget

You name it, it can almost certainly be arranged. Breakfast with a giant octopus? A private dinner from Wolfgang Puck's team, served in your 6,000 square-foot compound? A chopper to give you a head start on a hike -- or a better view of a volcano? When money is no object, the sky is truly the limit when it comes to unique experiences, accommodations and frankly ridiculous levels of luxury

Urban Escape: Ride a subway to this national park

National Park Ranger Erin Schoppmeyer wants people to know there's nature in New York City. "There is solitude," she said. "You just have to know where to look for it." When people think of national parks, they're likely to think of rugged locales like Yosemite and Yellowstone, but Schoppmeyer is a ranger at the Jamaica Bay National Wildlife Refuge, part of New York City's Gateway National Recreation Area, the country's first urban national park

Queen Mary is getting a bow to stern makeover and a club in the boiler room

When Joshua Schwandt stayed at the Queen Mary several years ago, he loved the Art Deco woodwork and the way the Observation Bar oozed an old-timey feel

Six of the best: British spas

Situated on more than 15 hectares of landscaped gardens in a striking clifftop location with views out over Durham's coast line; Seaham Hall has attracted the famous and fashionable since the 18th century. Case in point, Lord Byron, who chose the hall as the venue for his wedding back in 1815

Three of the best places to stay in Mumbai

Mumbai is India’s largest and wealthiest city. As the centre of the country’s finance, business and entertainment activity, it is also one of India’s most-visited cities. But for first-time visitors, the huge city can be a minefield when looking for the best place to stay

Utah adventure: the Louvre of natural landscapes

Our Hummer juddered to a halt, teetering at the edge of a precipice that, while on the one hand a little alarming, also overlooked a breath-taking, orange-hued view of both Utah’s Canyonlands and Arches National Parks

6 Things Newbies Should Know About International Travel

Haven't traveled abroad yet? Here are six things to know before you take your first step into international travel

Reports of Zika transmission in Miami Beach may threaten $24B tourism industry

Florida health officials reportedly have found evidence of local Zika virus transmission in Miami Beach, a popular tourist haven that saw 15.4 million holiday revelers flock to its beaches in 2015 alone

Baby girl born mid-flight gets a million airline mile birthday gift

Her mother started going into labor halfway between Dubai and Manila

How Technology Can Help You Travel and Save

Technology has changed the way we travel, from lodging to flight information. But it can also save us money on planning and beyond

From Montreal to Minnesota, by Inland Sea

I was so used to driving and flying, my understanding of North America had become distorted. Then I took a slow boat through four Great Lakes. I saw every mile, and

Coming to Delta business class: Suites with doors

The Delta One suite will debut on Delta Air Lines

Hotel review: The Envoy, Boston

If you looked across the water from downtown Boston to the Seaport District, you'd be forgiven for thinking there was no reason to cross the bridge. At least, not yet. Bland office buildings, cranes and half-finished construction projects dot the skyline, and rusty old infrastructure lurks off shore

Celebrity to Offer Short Caribbean Cruises in 2018 and Other Cruise News

Following its move to offer year-round cruises in the Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises will have shorter four and five day sailings in the region, starting in early 2018

Granada: through the eyes of Spain's murdered poet

It’s 80 years since Spain’s favourite poet was executed by firing squad. We set out to discover his hometown of Granada through his eyes

Night tube: top 10 London clubs - chosen by the experts

London's long-awaited night tube is a gift to the capital's clubbers. As the Victoria and Central lines start a non-stop weekend service - with other lines to follow in the autumn - we asked the cream of London's club scene to point us to the party

North America's most unlikely culinary capital - which you can visit in a weekend

It’s summer in Newfoundland, time to discover my inner hunter-gatherer – well, the gatherer bit anyway

What's so grand about Grand Canyon National Park?

If you haven't seen it in person, it's truly difficult to take in exactly how spectacular it is

Top Lake Vacations in the World

Whether in Asia or in Europe, different parts of the world offer great lakes for you to dive into, in order to beat the heat

9 Hotels Around the World You Need to Know About Right Now

The hotel industry is constantly expanding. And therefore, our hotel coverage is always growing to include new hotels that have just opened, iconic hotels that have been renovated to their original grandeur, and hotels in exotic, far-off destinations that we’ve just touched down in

36 Hours in Boulder, Colo.

Who even needs the legal marijuana? Boulder is an exceptionally easygoing place to hang out

Paris (and Beyond) by App

Tech-savvy entrepreneurs in France are offering apps to help visitors get the most out of Paris and many other cities

Beat the heat: Swimming holes, waterfalls and lakes around the USA

Forget the pool. These spots will cool you off in scenic style

Hotels embrace keyless entry

Hotel companies are increasingly incorporating keyless entry into their mobile apps

Coming to Delta business class: Suites with doors

The Delta One suite will debut on Delta Air Lines' first Airbus A350 in 2017

Inside the airline cabins of the future

Think air travel's getting worse? Here comes technology, smarter seats and inflight cocoons to make it better

Italian Lakes guide: the best hotels, restaurants and things to do

The Romans were first to see the potential of the Italian lakes as a holiday destination. They built their sumptuous villas in some of the prime positions around Como and Garda

The Best Beaches In California

California is well known for a variety of things - famous landmarks, the Golden Gate Bridge, Yosemite National Park, Hollywood, mountains and, of course, beautiful beaches

8 Travel Safety Tips You Probably Ignore (But Shouldn't)

Stop ignoring these important safety tips before something goes dangerously wrong when you travel

Crystal Sets Sail on Landmark Northwest Passage Voyage; Regent Cancels Its 2017 Cruise

This week, Crystal set sail on its very first Northwest Passage cruise, an industry first for a luxury ship of this size.

A Perfect River Cruise for Seniors

As a senior, I can attest that river cruising is a wonderful way to see the world. Here are six reasons why a river cruise is perfect for seniors

Theme parks develop 'blockbuster worlds' based on movie franchises

In the post-Potter world it is no longer enough to build a ride based on a movie like "Transformers," "Iron Man" or "Finding Nemo." You have to be able to walk into the world and inhabit it

New Dubai Hotel Building An Artificial Rainforest, Robotic Hosts

The upcoming Rosemont Five Star Hotel and Residences in Dubai will feature the Middle East's first rainforest. Designed by ZAS Architects, the hotel will house 450 hotel rooms and 280 residential suites, offering unique amenities including a manmade beach, aquarium, infinity pool and trampoline park. But those aren’t the only factors separating this hotel from the rest.

The perfect holiday in China - our expert's ultimate two-week itinerary

With its far-reaching history and incalculable prospects, China is a must for anyone interested in past civilisations and the future of our world

In Slovakia, a Wine Region Waiting for the Spotlight

In the little-known Slovak Tokaj region, they have been making wine since Roman times

Mark Twain Found Inspiration in Germany (Though Not German)

Mark Twain was smitten with Germany. "Germany, in the summer, is the perfection of the beautiful," he gushed. He was especially fond of Heidelberg, where he lived with his family in the summer of 1878

Chinese tourist falls off cruise ship, survives 38 hours adrift at sea

The 31-year-old reportedly survived the incident with only minor injuries

The Importance of a No-Agenda Vacation

Conde Nast Traveler Editor in Chief Pilar Guzmán on how no plans can often be the best plan

18 Amazing Things at The Louvre That Aren't the Mona Lisa

Here are 18 other paintings, sculptures, and artifacts not to miss on your next trip to the Louvre

Take the kids to ... Forbidden Corner, Yorkshire

This oddball labyrinth of walkways, tricks and surprises, set in an idyllic Yorkshire garden, has something for all the family

Inn at the Sticks, Llansteffan, Carmarthenshire: hotel review

The cheerful welcome and quality local food on offer in this refurbished Welsh pub are in perfect keeping with an area known for ancient merrymaking

Summer escapes: exploring Croatia on a family road trip

Kevin Rushby kicks off his summer series with a walk through the gorgeously empty mountains of Istria - all the way to the Adriatic

10 Things You Need to Know Before Going to India

India will push you outside your comfort zone - but it's there that real magic can happen

Hey Fellow Travelers, You're Bringing On WAY Too Much Carry-On Luggage

One of my pet travel peeves are airline passengers who have too much carry-on luggage. You know the ones. They have a bigger bag than the one that you just stood in line and checked in

Paul Gauguin Cruise Ship Stuck in Bora Bora Due to Propulsion Issue

The cruise ship Paul Gauguin has been stuck in Bora Bora for the past several days because of a propulsion issue, which interrupted its Society Island itinerary but didn't affect ship services for passengers

Ireland by rail: luxury trains, historic routes and railway hotels

This month heralds an opulent new era of rail travel in Ireland with the inaugural journey of the Belmond Grand Hibernian on 30 August

8 special ways to blow the vacation budget

When money is no object, the sky is truly the limit when it comes to unique experiences, accommodations and frankly ridiculous levels of luxury

How to Get the Most out of Visiting World-Famous Sites

From the Statue of Liberty to Stonehenge, tips on how to visit bucket-list sites without getting dazed and confused

Uncovering Gay History in San Francisco

An initiative by the National Park Service and local guides give an overview of underappreciated sites that helped shape San Francisco's gay community, and the nation's

Touring wineries in Chianti, Italy with an expert

Visitors can stop at any winery and usually find someone to give them a taste of wine and even sell them a bottle. Sometimes you can visit the castle, palazzo, monastery or even stay on the wine estate

New flavors on classic Cape Cod

More new food and drink choices have appeared over the past few years in Cape Cod, adding modern and innovative flavors to the culinary landscape

Total Tokyo: The ultimate locals' guide

Six Tokyo insiders share their points-of-view on the city while offering essential tips on how to make the most of it

Best new mountain hotels

A room with a view comes guaranteed at these smart new hotels in some of the world’s most epic mountain ranges

Rio 2016: 5 ways to see Brazil beyond the Olympics

Rio de Janeiro might be grabbing the headlines, but Brazil offers amazing travel experiences beyond the Olympics' host city - from coming face-to-face with jaguars to kayaking underground rivers

Why do airlines lose luggage?

Airlines really don’t want to leave luggage behind – reuniting it with the owner typically costs more than the profit earned by flying the passenger

Sikelia Pantelleria, Sicily, Italy - in pictures

A tranquil island retreat in the middle of the Med, the elegant and exclusive Sikelia has the last say in luxury getaways

Virgin's bank holiday strike: what to do if your train is affected

Members of the National Union of Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers (RMT) will stage three 24-hour walkouts, including one on Bank Holiday Monday (August 29), in a row over jobs, working conditions and safety

Just Back From Seven Seas Navigator: The Truth Behind All-Inclusive Cruising

Is all-inclusive cruising all it's cracked up to be? After nearly a week onboard, we love the ease of this system, but have discovered a few minor system flaws. Here's a look at what the true experience is behind all-inclusive cruising

8 Lessons For Life While Traveling

Although I have traveled so many times in my imagination through books, documentaries and websites, nothing replaces the real experience of traveling

Traveling with Alcohol: The Ins and Outs of Bottles in Bags

Can you travel with alcohol? The short answer is "yes," with some qualifications, and the main concerns are when you fly

In Faroe Islands, Fermentation Drives the Menu

In May, the islands saw the opening of Raest, entirely dedicated to traditional Faroese fermented foods

Is this the most beautiful island in Greece?

Ithaca is just 18 miles from top to tail and although it offers various Odysseus-themed attractions – a cave, a spring, the ruins of a castle – there’s no point rushing to any of them

Bear pits and heads on spikes: 10 surviving secrets of Shakespeare's London

What follows is a selection of the sites, spaces and buildings that can be said to have coloured Shakespeare's world and influenced his writing, and which can still be visited today

Thailand has just been hit by terror - again. This is what it means for their tourism industry

One million British tourists visit Thailand each year, and despite the political turmoil that has characterised the country for several decades, the South East Asian nation is seen as "safe" - especially compared with holiday locations such as North Africa and Turkey

Best of Vancouver's great outdoors

Easily the best thing about Vancouver is how it combines all the exciting bits of big-city living – cutting-edge food, art, music, etc – with fantastic access to the great outdoors

British Airways is cutting food for economy passengers

British Airways has cut its food service and will no longer provide two meals to economy travellers on flights under eight and a half hours. The apparent cost-cutting measures also apply to journeys of less than seven hours for premium economy passengers

How to spend the perfect 48 hours in Athens

Athens is too often overlooked in favour of the Greek islands, but with its fabulous August festival and proximity to the newly hot Peloponnese peninsula, it's time to take notice

Come on in! Top 10 holidays in Bavaria's lake district

In summer Munich heads to the hills and lakes of the Bavarian countryside to cool down, where the water is pure enough to drink and there are cosy lakeshore inns a short hop from the city

British boltholes: The Painswick Hotel and Restaurant, the Cotswolds: review

This new Cotswolds bolthole hits all the right notes, in terms of both food and accommodation. Just don't shout about it when you're in the village

World's 23 best cities for street food

Sidewalk vendors, push carts, holes in a wall -- even in cities with rich reputations for fine dining, some of the best meals are on the streets

Cool Place of the Day: The George Townhouse, Cotswolds

Located bang in the middle of the small north Cotswolds market town of Shipston-on-Stour, The George Townhouse is a historic eighteenth-century coaching inn that has been the heartbeat of the town for years

Forget airport lounges: which airport has its own brewery?

Airlines are looking to increase revenue by making their lounges more exclusive. But, as Simon Calder argues, there's much more to enjoy outside of them

"Frozen" Musical Stage Show Coming to Disney Cruise Ship

The rumors are true: a musical take on the popular animated movie "Frozen" will be coming to Disney Wonder in the fall

Carnival Debuts Dr. Seuss-Themed Election Activity for Kids, and other Cruise News

With election year in full swing, Carnival Cruise Line has added a new offering to its Seuss at Sea program with the goal of teaching kids about the United States' election process and the importance of voting

How to Fight Jet Lag (Naps Are Good)

Jet lag — feeling groggy during the day and awake come bedtime — is undoubtedly a nuisance, and travelers who get hit with it are not rare. “Jet lag affects most people who travel to different time zones, even if that difference is only an hour or two,” said Dr. Charles Czeisler, the director of sleep and circadian disorders at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston

Best places to see elephants in the wild

World Elephant Day is August 12. To mark the occasion, USA TODAY asked World Wildlife Fund, the world's largest conservation organization, to share some great places to see these magnificent mammals in the wild

Simon Calder: It's time to overhaul airline safety demonstrations

The aviation industry has worked miracles improving everything from engineering to interpersonal relationships on the flight deck: that’s what I wrote in my business travel column last weekend

10 incredible pilgrimages to make in your lifetime

An old friend of ours died recently. I had known Adam since university and my wife, Sarah, and he had been good friends for all the 20 years that we have been together. Too old to die young, he still might reasonably have expected another two decades at least

Madeira Wildfire Forces Cruise Line to Cancel Funchal Call

A wildfire blazing through the Portuguese island of Madeira has affected at least one cruise line itinerary. P

The World's Most Luxurious Hotel Rooms Will Crush Your Budget Travel Soul

Do you have a lot of money and nowhere to go? Hotels.com released the winners of its annual Loved By Guests Awards ― a way of ranking the best-rated luxury hotels around the world ― to help you narrow down your choices

Airbnb host says guest caused $10K in damage after shooting porn in home

A California woman is hoping home rental site Airbnb will pay up after one of her guests caused an estimated $10,000 damage while allegedly shooting a pornographic movie at her rental property. Sharon Marzouk of Menlo Park said she rents out some of the rooms in her home and came across an applicant whom she thought was the real deal

'Really Rocky': Turbulence Sends 24 Aboard Jet to Hospital

Twenty-four people were taken to the hospital after turbulence forced a JetBlue flight to make an unexpected landing. The airline said Flight 429 encountered bad weather while en route from Boston to Sacramento on Thursday evening and diverted to Rapid City, South Dakota

A fairytale experience you won't easily forget

There are probably more beautiful and opulent London hotels, though surely few, if any, boast such a sublime landmark heritage building as their location. Built inside the St Pancras International Eurostar terminal, this 207-room Victorian-era hotel is convenient not only before or after a high-speed train journey to or from Europe, but also because it has the London Tube with Kings Cross Station next door

Ko Lanta, Thailand, will make you feel like an A-list traveller

The young girl, her dark eyes and beguiling smile framed by a veil, approached us soon after the ferry left harbour. Her name was Rah and, while carefully rolling us each a “miang” filled with dried shrimp and other goodies, she gently spruiked the accommodation her family owned

By paddle and pedal, Lake Como reveals its secrets

Traveling via water gives you a different perspective. Sitting in the front cockpit of a tandem kayak 200 feet off shore from Varenna, Italy, in the middle of Lake Como, I count three gelaterias faster than you can say, "I know why George Clooney spends so much time here."

Breathtaking Photos From the Perseid Meteor Shower

The annual Perseid meteor shower peaked in the early morning hours on Friday, giving viewers quite a showing. Astronomers expected the frequency of meteors this year to be twice the normal rate, with as many as 200 per hour (though how many we can see depends on our location and relative light pollution)

How to Plan the Perfect Kid-Friendly Vacation

As a mom to two high energy boys, ages five and seven, I know that the enjoyment level of a family vacation is directly related to choosing a trip that appeals to kids at a very specific age and stage in their life. Disney World when kids are still terrified of a giant, smiling mouse may not end well, but if you hit the sweet spot—the age when they can deal with the lines, the crowds, the late nights of fireworks and still be in awe of the magic—it’s a home-run

Experience family fun on Disney's new river cruise

A medieval fair of sorts is underway as Danube River cruiser Christine Laronga, 53, and her two teenage girls arrive under the ramparts of Devin Castle. In one corner, a traditionally-garbed maiden demonstrates candle making to a cluster of families, while a few steps away two blue-robed peasants offer lessons in calligraphy and coin making. Nearby, elaborately-dressed knights engage with children and their parents in mock swordplay

American Airlines Makes In-Flight Entertainment Free

Competition among U.S. carriers continues. Not to be outdone by Delta, who made all in-flight entertainment free as of July 1, American Airlines has joined the club, announcing on Tuesday that it's making all of its in-flight movies, television, and music offerings free for all passengers on domestic flights. The entertainment options will be available on existing in-flight entertainment systems installed on about 300 of American's planes

Beignet Fest is Coming to New Orleans

Few sweets compare to the puffy, fried, sugary delight that is the beignet. We could expound upon the pastry’s satisfying taste for hours—New Orleans is giving us a whole day. The iconic treat, which is very closely associated with the southern city, will be celebrated at New Orlean’s first Beignet Fest on October 8. On that Saturday, the city’s Lafayette Square will transform into a temple of doughy goodness and powdered sugar

On-board Wi-Fi to improve flying experience with Qantas

Qantas has high hopes for its high-speed Wi-Fi when it’s connected later this year, promising it will lead to less turbulence, fewer medical diversions and no more missed connections

The city where Harry Potter meets Treasure Island

There's a marble bust in room 522 of Edinburgh's stately Balmoral Hotel on Princes Street, barely 100 metres from the Scott Monument, the most imposing monument ever constructed in honour of a writer anywhere

From City Block to Teton Rocks: Bronx-Born Ranger Inspires Young Parkgoers

As a shy child growing up in New York City, Millie Jimenez broke out of her shell by translating for her Spanish-speaking mother. Surrounded by diversity, she learned to make connections by interacting with her loud neighbors and asking strangers for directions

10 best places to travel after the Olympics

Where to vacation after your vacation could be called a first-world problem. Yet for a lucky few, the quandary remains: Where to go to relax and recover after the marvelous mayhem of the Brazil Olympics?

The women who never leave home

Inside a single-room stone house in the village of Hurfeish, high in the mountains of northern Israel, about 40 women filled wooden benches, plastic chairs and modern leather couches. All were dressed in black or navy blue, wearing dresses or long skirts and blouses, with transparent white veils draped over their heads. Their hands were busy with sewing needles, making white lace or colourful embroidery

Eat, pray, love: Five heavenly monastery stays near Rome

There are few luxuries, or double beds, but these monasteries near Rome offer divine food at budget prices and treat guests ‘as if Christ himself were knocking on the door’

six language tips for traveling abroad

Last semester I had the opportunity to live in Florence, Italy, a city famed for its food, fine arts, and fashion. But during my time here what I was really interested in was the language. As an itinerant educator - and a linguist to boot - I have always had the lofty goal of learning the language of the country I’m living in

From the Bridge: Europe Tragedies Inspire River Line Security Upgrades

Embarking on AmaWaterways' AmaDolce in Bordeaux last week, I handed over my trip documents and was asked to smile as a camera snapped a headshot. The photo was then embedded into my keycard. Boarding as usual, right? It wasn't

Alaska cruise passenger gets left behind, spends the night in a forest

A Princess Cruises holidaymaker had a more memorable stop-off than she bargained for when she got lost on a day hike – forcing her cruise ship to leave her behind in a forest home to black bears

Reviewed: the Arizona hotel hot with the Hollywood jet set

With an enviably glitzy list of former guests and amazing architectural pedigree linked to Frank Lloyd Wright, the newly renovated Hotel Valley Ho is as hot as Arizona itself

The 20 most visited theme parks in North America

Every year, the Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) rounds up visitor information from the top theme and amusement parks, giving us one of the sole measures in the industry of how each park does compared to its competitors. Click through the gallery to see the top parks, along with how many visitors each had in 2015, then read on for more analysis or compare them to last year's rankings

36 Hours in Minneapolis

Minneapolis, a city of lakes, has it all — an industrial past that is both gritty and glamorous; affordability and a high rate of employment that make the city a magnet for millennials (17 Fortune 500 companies are headquartered in Minnesota); and a full spectrum of cultural offerings and recreational activities

When Your Child Is the Travel Agent

Last February, when my sister-in-law, Katrina, was struggling to put together a six-person, three-generation family trip for spring break, she turned to a nontraditional travel agent: Leo Kugel of Silver Spring, Md. Leo shelved the original Caribbean plan in favor of New Orleans, selected a hotel that had something for everyone, and found an inexpensive flight. But though at 5-foot-10, Leo is at least as tall as your average travel agent, he is actually my 12-year-old nephew

The world's 25 longest airline routes

What are the longest airline routes in the world? It's a question I get frequently at Today in the Sky, so I reached out to the folks at OAG to help us list the longest flights for 2016. And that list has just been updated with the latest ultra long-haul route launched by United

Touring South Africa in the lap of luxury aboard Rovos Rail's restored train

There I was, paddling down the Zambezi River in Zambia, surrounded by hungry hippos and crocodiles with a predatory gleam in their yellow-green eyes. This was indeed the majestic Zambezi, home of Victoria Falls, stamping ground of adventurers Henry Stanley and David Livingstone

5 of the world's best members' club hotels

No need to invest in expensive memberships: many clubs are opening their doors - and beds - to the public

15 strangely coloured lakes and rivers around the world

Who knows why the Olympic diving pool turned green? As the world contemplates its new murky, unappetising shade, we look to the lakes and rivers that are naturally colourful – but alas, totally unsuitable for diving

Live from Tauck Grace: First Impressions - Tauck River Cruising

We're spending the week onboard Grace, one of two new Tauck riverboats this year. The luxury tour operator has made a name for itself by offering all-inclusive river cruises that strive to get the details right; returning passengers praise the company for consistency and well-planned itineraries. Here are our impressions from the first days of our trip, traveling on the Rhine River between Basel and Amsterdam

I Celebrated My Birthday Alone In A Foreign Country. You Should, Too.

For the first time in my life, I wanted to be somewhere I’ve never been before for my birthday. I wanted to be surrounded by people I didn’t know in a different country. I wanted to spend my birthday solo traveling

Six of the best city walks – from Dublin to Detroit

We asked our readers for stories of urban wandering, and they shared their favourite city walks around the world that explore history, culture and nature

Is Disney planning to dazzle guests with projector drones?

Disney is preparing to take its world famous entertainment to the skies. Earlier this month, the theme parks giant was granted a patent for projector drones—flying machines with the ability to beam images onto attached screens—or building faces—that would be used at night to enchant guests

Tokyo's coolest neighborhoods right now

Shibuya. Shinjuku. Harajuku. Most Tokyo visitors are well acquainted with these neighborhoods, destinations for all things new and noteworthy. Though they're still worth your time, a new wave of talked-about neighborhoods filled with unique shops, cozy cafes and hip restaurants has emerged in Japan's capital

Why Some Travelers Should Reject Delta's $200 Apology

Delta is offering $200 in compensation to passengers grounded by its worldwide computer failure — but travel experts said many should reject the offer because they are entitled to more than three times that amount. The airline canceled 250 more flights Tuesday on top of the 1,000 it scrapped during Monday's system-wide chaos

Mega-ship heading to Australia but no Ovation for Melbourne

When the biggest cruise ship to ever visit Australia arrives this December, she'll be wowing crowds everywhere – except Victoria. According to its owners, Port Phillip Bay isn't deep enough and Station Pier isn't well-enough equipped to handle the 168,666-gross tonne, billion-dollar mega-ship

10 things to know about Croatia before you visit

Here are some things I wish I’d known about Croatia before I visited … 1. Service is slow(er than we’re used to) Coming from Australia, and even after living in England, I’m used to pretty quick service. In countries like ours, we always seem to be in a rush. And so when I visit places like Croatia, where they slow down and take the time to appreciate their food more, it can seem a bit incongruent to my everyday life

Inside Seattle's Coolest New Hotel

Architect Tom Kundig is known for designing buildings that interact with their surroundings (think a lake house whose wall-size window pivots open via a hand crank, or a mountain home that resembles wagons around a campfire). For the Thompson Seattle, a new 12-story boutique hotel downtown, floor-to-ceiling windows that bring Pike Place Market and the water-front beyond right into the guest rooms typify his firm’s call-and-response design

Hotels Where You Can Raid the Minibar (It's Free!)

When it comes to convenience, minibars are great, but high mark-ups ($8 for a bottle of water?) have now made them among the most neglected parts of hotel rooms. In response, some hotels are lowering their prices, others are getting rid of them altogether, while more generous properties are offering some items at no cost at all. That’s right: free snacks and drinks

This App Takes All the Waiting Out of Eating At a Restaurant

With this Facebook Messenger app, you may never have to have a sad desk sandwich again. Thanks to Allset, you can have a real restaurant lunch in practically the time it would take you to slap some meat, cheese, and lettuce between two slices of bread. Basically, Allset allows you to eat a real restaurant meal with all the convenience of Seamless or GrubHub

Olympic swimmer and model, Nathan Adrian, talks Rio sightseeing and other travel plans

The son of a nuclear engineer and a nurse, swimming champion Nathan Adrian grew up in the Seattle area. At five, he began swimming to keep up with his older siblings. Rio marks the third Olympic Games for the 27-year-old champ. Having already won four Olympic medals (three gold and a silver), he is looking forward to helping the United States win a few more

7 great tiki bars in the Florida Keys

One of the things we love about the Florida Keys is the spot where authentic tackiness meets postcard views, and fresh fish meets pina colada: the tiki bar. If a Keys vacation were a college major, Tiki Bar 101 would be a required course. From north to south, here are a few of our favorites to help you meet graduation requirements

How to afford a luxury cruise trip

“Luxury is back”, Norwegian Cruise Line boss Frank Del Rio told Escape as Princess Charlene of Monaco, christened his newest ship Regent Seven Seas Explorer, trademarked as “the most luxurious ship ever built”. With this in mind here are some deals at the luxurious end of the market

Three-minute guide to Marrakesh

Year-round sun, medieval ramparts backed by the Atlas Mountains, bazaars and tangerine trees, peeling palaces and courtyards glazed in blue tiles: no wonder Marraksch is Morocco's top destination. Yet this isn't just an historic Islamic town. Crowded alleys contrast with flower-lined boulevards, luxe hotels rise beside traditional guesthouses

Vietnam by motorbike

In May this year, my wife and I travelled to SE Asia for a month, part of which included a stop in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) has a population of 12 million and 7 million motorbikes – most of which seemed to be on the road at one time! We decided that the best way to see the city was to join the locals and get on the back of one of these bikes – organized through XO Tours who operate a motorbike service entirely run by Vietnamese ladies

Delta Outage: 250 More Flights Canceled as System Pain Continues

Delta canceled another 250 flights Tuesday as it recovered from a monstrous system outage Monday that saw tens of thousands of passengers stranded

What's the bestselling item at the airport?

It turns out people's top priority in an airport, besides making their flight, is staying hydrated. Despite the high price of bottled water at the gate, it's the number one item purchased in Hudson's travel essential stores in the United States

See America's coldest major city without going outside

Minneapolis is home to one of the largest continuous skyway systems in the world, which is convenient considering it's also the No. 1 coldest major city in the United States

Where gods and kings turn to stone

Massive statues of gods, kings and creatures stare down visitors to this little-known Unesco site in southeastern Turkey

The Italian Island That's Just As Breathtaking As Cinque Terre

It has an area of less than 2 square miles, but an allure that is definitely dangerous. Procida is an island that will win your heart. It is no accident that this is where Il Postino: The Postman was filmed, the movie directed by Michael Radford and starring Massimo Troisi, which with its ve Oscar nominations in 1996 and, above all, its 80 million dollars in worldwide box-of ce gross set the new record for an Italian movie (far more than the multiple award-winning Nuovo Cinema Paradiso)

Fathom Partners with Airbnb to Offer Cruise Credit to Hosts

U.S. residents who become a new Airbnb host will receive a $250 credit toward a Fathom cruise to the Dominican Republic or Cuba, thanks to a new partnership between the two companies

Hotel rates in Paris halved as visitor numbers slide

Hotels in Paris are offering discounts of up to 56 per cent in a bid to entice tourists back to the city. The recent terror attacks in France have had a devastating impact on the country’s tourism industry

Flying With Shrieking Children? Give Your Neighbors a Goody Bag

Some of the world’s rudest and most obnoxious people can be found on airplanes: the line jumpers, the overhead-bin hogs, the incessant talkers, the seat recliners and the armrest appropriators. And don’t forget the shrieking children and the parents who can’t or won’t keep them quiet

Delta flights grounded after systems outage

US airline Delta grounds departing flights worldwide after suffering a system outage, saying it is working to resolve the problem as soon as possible

Best rentals and BampBs near top national parks

There are many lodging options for national park visitors, from backcountry camping to rustic cabins to classic luxury lodges. If your tastes tend to comforts of a bed and breakfast, you’re covered there too

Amsterdam's Pulitzer offers a sleep steeped in history

As I walk from Amsterdam’s Central Station – across busy bike lanes, down narrow streets and across canals – my phone buzzes in my pocket to tell me I’ve made a wrong turn. I correct course and continue the 20-minute walk through hundreds of years of history to the Pulitzer hotel. As I cross the bridge over Keizersgracht and turn right along the canal, Google Maps tells me “You have arrived.”

48 Hours in Hong Kong: hotels, restaurants and places to visit

The oppressively hot days of summer will soon be coming to an end and the high-rise metropolis of Hong Kong will once again be a joy to behold. Throw in new flights, a wave of new bars and restaurants and some of the most iconic sights and experiences in the Far East and you've got a city break of epic proportions

The future of travel, from villas beneath the sea to journeys into space

Though we are in tumultuous times, post-Brexit, nobody has yet confronted the prospect of an enclave of Britain adopting the euro – but it is going to happen, and shortly. For an Austrian developer is set to make this unlikely eventuality a reality; and to understand the supposedly impossible, we need to venture somewhere that specialises in creating what has previously been inconceivable: Dubai

Holland America Line Raises Prices in Specialty Restaurants Across Cruise Fleet

Holland America Line has upped prices in three alternative restaurants across its fleet. Dining package pricing has also subsequently increased. According to the line it has been several years since it made a price adjustment at its restaurants. "The three award-winning restaurants remain among the best values at sea for specialty dining with pricing that falls below that of other cruise line alternative restaurants," the line said in a statement

Cuddle 500 Kitties At This Heavenly Cat Sanctuary In Hawaii

Most people visit Hawaii looking to spend long, lethargic hours on white sand beaches drinking bottomless mai tais. Cat people, on the other hand, might have a more cuddly option in mind. On the small island of Lanai, a little-known slice of feline heaven called the Lanai Cat Sanctuary is home to 495 cats. People fly from all over the world just to hang out with them

Holiday downloads: what to put in your digital suitcase

We now spend more time deciding what to take with us on our tablets, phones and e-readers than we do packing our bags. Here's how to organise your digital luggage

Disney World builds stone wall at lake where alligator killed boy

Workers are building a stone wall around a Walt Disney World lake where an alligator killed a toddler earlier this summer. Disney officials told the Orlando Sentinel for a story published Sunday that the barrier wall is part of the new security plan following the death of 2-year-old Lane Graves of Omaha, Nebraska. The boulder wall is going up along the beaches of the Seven Seas Lagoon where several resorts are located

The Best Hotel Breakfasts in the World

Gone are the days of boring continental breakfasts. Instead, we're saying "good morning" with dumplings, prosciutto with sliced melon, and airy eggs Benedict at some of the best breakfasts our editors have eaten at hotels around the world

Red Panda Escapes Zoo, Takes Eight-Month Vacation Before Returning

Three red pandas took full advantage of a weather-induced opportunity last winter and escaped from their home in the Hangzhou Zoo. A branch in the pandas' cage broke under the weight of the snow, giving the trio a chance to experience a bit of the great outdoors

25 things every traveller should know about Japan

Japan is a land where tradition and modernity exist. It has sumo wrestlers and super-fast trains. The serenity of a tea ceremony and cities that move so fast your head will spin

Get a real taste of Barcelona

Look, I know the ship's captain is steering us westwards, my housekeeper doing a sterling job, and the engineers keeping the engines ticking down below. But really, I can't help thinking that the chefs are the most important staff on Viking Sea. They're the people keeping everybody satisfied, and I wonder at the enormity of their task on this ship of 930 passengers

36 Hours in Nantucket, Mass.

Glorious public beaches, untouched moors and dunes, and sophisticated dining and shopping on this island off Cape Cod

10 adorable English inns and cottages

Some travelers come to England to play king or queen for the day, explore vast ballrooms, see crown jewels, and stand on a tower and shout “lower the drawbridge!” But then there are others who prefer things on a smaller scale. Those travelers want to visit the England of rambling cottages, ivy-covered gardens, and pubs down the lane. If you’re in that latter camp, your hunt for a little storybook cottage is over. Oyster.com has lined up 10 adorable inns that get the highest marks for coziness and charm

Best Pokémon GO hunting places in California (60 stops in Disney parks!)

California has an edge over the 2016 Summer Olympic city of Rio de Janeiro in one big pop-culture way: Pokémon Go opportunities. Olympic athlete and U.S. diver Abby Johnston of Upper Arlington, Ohio, last month tweeted

Heading to coastal Maine for the art, the light and the lobster

The opening of a sleek contemporary art centre confirms that the seaside town of Rockland – population 7,000 – is the perfect combination of Down East charm and dynamic culture

Is Singapore Asia's best food city?

Singapore has long been considered little more than a stopover, but the city state is slowly starting to emerge as a destination in its own right – and its growing reputation as a foodie paradise certainly helps

Interrailing for grown ups: why now's the time to explore Europe by train

Frseeeeeeeeefrong. I was on the 9.38 from Trieste to Milan, half listening out for that famous onomatopoeic train sound from Ulysses while thinking about the previous evening, which had begun with a trip to the former city’s little James Joyce museum, followed by an aperol spritz at the Caffè San Marco

Norwegian Cruise Line Adds Margaritaville to More Ships and Shore

Norwegian Cruise Line is extending its partnership with Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville, announcing Wednesday several new venues on ship and on shore where cruising Parrotheads can find their "lost shaker of salt."

11 Gorgeous Swim-Up Suites You'll Totally Fall in Love With

If you love lazing away the day in the hotel pool, you can’t do much better than staying in a swim-up suite, where it’s possible to dip into the water right from your back door. The swim-up suite combines the ease of access of a private pool with the features and size of a public one. And there’s something pretty cool about being able to swim home to your room. Who wants to walk when you’re on vacation in a tropical paradise?

Walking in sunshine: a family adventure on the Greek island of Andros

Leaving a sodden British summer for a Greek island known as Micra Anglia – Little England – seemed like tempting fate, but worrying about the weather wasn’t necessary

India's forgotten African tribe

The past few months in India have been mired in controversy due to a string of racist and fatal incidents targeting African immigrants living in the country. But what few Indians know is that Africans and Indians are no strangers to each other: there are at least 20,000 of an African-origin ethnic tribe who have been living in near total obscurity in India for centuries

Country superstars Tim McGraw, Little Big Town to headline Carnival shows in 2017

Carnival Cruise Line's 2017 Carnival LIVE experience will be a star-studded affair. The cruise line revealed next year's lineup Wednesday, which is headlined by country music stars Tim McGraw and Little Big Town as well as beloved comedians Jay Leno and Jeff Foxworthy

What's the bestselling item at the airport?

Retail giant Hudson has released a list of the best-selling items at its airport and railway station stores across the United States

6 Places Where the U.S. Dollar Is Really Strong Right Now

The euro and U.S. dollar are neck and neck for once—and that's not the only place where a dollar will go far these days. Here are six places around the world you should visit right now, while our fickle global economy is on your side

Switzerland’s Christmas markets are enough to make you leave an Aussie summer

My heart leaps when I open the curtains in my Zurich hotel room. What a picture: a lone white dog trots through the dim dawn light of the Old Town square below, a match for the snowflakes drifting down to the cobblestones

Stop dragging that suitcase around like an amateur

The hands-free Cowarobot R1 is an autonomous, smart, and completely silly suitcase that follows you

The 50 Most Beautiful Places in South America

South America's 12 countries cover a lot of ground, and are just about as varied as it gets: From Brazilian beaches to Argentinian glaciers, colonial Colombian architecture to colorful Chilean towns, this continent actually has every experience you could imagine. Needless to say, it was hard to just pick 50

Private Company Gets Permission to Go to the Moon

Cape Canaveral-based Moon Express wants to be the first private company to land on the moon. On Wednesday, the company took a step toward that goal: The Federal Aviation Administration has approved Moon Express to go somewhere that only NASA has gone before, and send a robotic lander to the moon

In New York, Nordic food gets its (puzzling) moment

Is America ready for the sea buckthorn? You know: the tiny, tart, yellow-orange berry that's one of the trendy ingredients of the cutting-edge New Nordic cuisine. Never heard of it? At the new Great Northern Food Hall in New York's Grand Central Terminal, they put sea buckthorns in tarts, muffins, smoothies and cocktails. Do yourself a favor and try sea buckthorn

Disney: Miss Fortune Falls ride set for Typhoon Lagoon

A new water ride called Miss Fortune Falls will open at Typhoon Lagoon water park next year, Walt Disney World announced Tuesday. The attraction is described as a family-friendly raft ride and will operate near the park's existing Crush 'n' Gusher. It will have a ride time of 2 minutes and be one of the longest at the Disney water parks, the company said

Offbeat alternative holiday places in the Unites States

If you’ve ‘done’ America’s famous tourist sights, events and big cities or just want to get further under the skin of this fascinating country, try this list of offbeat alternative experiences. Travel membership company WorldVentures has come up with seven alternatives to America’s well-trodden tourist paths that will let you see the real heart of the country and culture in all its glory

An Amazon cruise rich in tooth and claw

Many moons ago, as a callow youth, my best friend's father took us fishing. We sat on the edge of some god-awful, fish-free river for a week. Which just shows you how boring it was – we only went for the day

Florida’s $82 Billion Tourism Industry Braces for Zika

After enduring the years of ups and downs that came with being a part of Wynwood’s transformation from a struggling warehouse district into Miami’s hot new neighborhood, the restaurateur Ivette Naranjo thought the worst was behind her

Dubai International flights resume after crash

Flights resumed Wednesday evening at Dubai International Airport – the world’s third-busiest – following the earlier crash landing of an Emirates Boeing 777 widebody jet. Flight operations began at 6:30 p.m. local time (10:30 a.m. U.S. ET), ending a nearly six-hour suspension

Cottage etiquette: How to be a great (and laid-back) guest or host

If you aspire to be the type of cottager who utters (or guest who hears) the words "Come back anytime," read on

10 of the best hotels for golfers

From English seaside clubs to a Scottish island mansion with its own course, golfers are spoiled for choice in the UK and Ireland. The Good Hotel Guide features some great hotels for golfers – here’s a selection of their recommendations

Revealed: The 51 destinations where tourists outnumber locals

The world's most popular country? According to figures for 2014, the latest available on The World Bank website, it's France, with just shy of 84 million overseas visitors

Silversea Plans Biggest Fleetwide Refurbishment in the Line's History

Silversea Cruises will invest $170 million in refreshing the look of its fleet, as well as adding some modern touches. The upgrade project will begin with three ships in 2016, with many of the enhancements being requested by the line's previous World Cruise passengers. Classic cruise ships Silver Whisper and Silver Wind, as well as expedition ship Silver Discoverer, will be the first to be refurbished. Here's what you can expect

Airplane Etiquette Rules Every 20-Something Should Know

We have a love-hate relationship with air travel. After all, it allows us to traverse long distances in a short period of time, making weekend trips across the country, or week-long vacations out of the country, totally plausible. But that doesn’t mean flying is all that fun

Five Places to Go in Seattle

As Seattle becomes increasingly unaffordable to those raking in less than six figures, White Center, the unincorporated suburb to its south, has attracted a soulful blend of entrepreneurs, striking an elusive balance between gritty and friendly

Currency exchange 101: What to know before you go

After the U.K. recently voted to leave the European Union, Brexit spurred many Americans into suddenly considering the value of the U.S. dollar. Too often, however, even experienced travelers don’t always contemplate all currency conversion options, or when they do it’s at the last minute

Hawaii: Japanese bomber to go on display for 75th anniversary of Pearl Harbor attack

A Japanese bomber believed to have been involved in the 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor has returned to Hawaii in time for the 75th anniversary of the raid that drew the U.S. into World War II

Iberostar Playa Pilar is close to Cuban nature, far from the madding crowd

Pink flamingos forage in mangrove forests, and coconut trees line sweeping beaches. Here, on the north coast of central Cuba, where Ernest Hemingway once fished from his boat, the Pilar, the Spain-based Iberostar hotel chain recently opened a five-star waterfront property

A very different festival experience on the Isle of Wight

A steadfast drizzle has settled over the seaside town of Ventnor, Isle of Wight, as we begin the slog up one of its many vertiginous hills one August evening. We are grumbling gently. My daughters (aged 16 and 20) and I are off to see Shakespeare’s Richard II at a local church

The secrets of Meck-Pomm, Germany's answer to Norfolk

Standing on the beach at Vitt, it was hard to believe that this was Germany or the 21st century. There were open fishing boats pulled up on the shingle, and, up in the woods above, all the houses were thatched

Tropical Storm Earl Prompts Cruise Ship Itinerary Changes

At least one cruise line has been affected by Tropical Storm Earl, a fast-moving system swirling around the Western Caribbean. Royal Caribbean was forced to tweak two of its ships' itineraries initially scheduled to visit ports within the storm's path -- including Roatan and Belize City. Both ports are expected to be hit between late Tuesday and Wednesday

10 Stunning Cities Where You Can Work Abroad If Donald Trump Becomes President

Let’s face it: you probably want an escape plan if Donald Trump is elected president. We’ve told you how to move to Ireland and Canada if the cruel hand of fate tips the scales in Trump’s favor. Now, we’ve got 10 more fantastic options for you

‘Nightmarish school-dinner fare’: airline food taste test

Airlines are revamping their menus to offer more gourmet recipes – but has in-flight catering really improved? We put dishes from easyJet, Norwegian, Malaysia Airlines and Virgin Atlantic to the test

World's most bizarre natural phenomena

From Australia’s bubblegum-pink lake to a blood-red waterfall in Antarctica, these seven destinations are some of the world’s strangest sights

Plane crash-lands at Dubai airport, no injuries reported

A plane has crash-landed at Dubai International Airport, before bursting into flames on the runway. Emirates airline has confirmed that a jet carrying 282 passengers and 18 crew has been "involved in an accident"

8 new hotels with surprising past lives

Model T Fords used to roll across the floors of a vast, century-old building that now houses contemporary art and hotel guests. Wriggling youngsters once occupied a former YMCA gymnasium, where wedding attendees and corporate cornhole champions today take advantage of a unique hotel event space

Expert advice on how to make traveling with kids less stressful

This summer, my husband and I took our 4-year-old daughter and 6-year-old son on a trip to the White Mountains. It wasn’t a big excursion. It was a four-hour car ride each way and we spent three nights in a lovely hotel we’ve stayed at before. There were no major disasters on the trip and the whole “adventure” was relatively low-key

This New Hotel Booker Will Give You A Deal If You Donate to Charity

The story behind Kind Traveler, a new platform that reveals exclusive hotel deals and discounts when you donate to charity, is a story most travelers are familiar with. During a trip to Belize in 2012, founders Jessica Blotter and Sean Krejci—both entrepreneurs who had experience working with startups—came face-to-face with the kind of poverty that often exists in travel hotspots

Cruise Ships Double as Floating Hotels for the Rio Olympics

Many Olympics attendees will be staying in Norwegian's floating hotel during the 2016 games. And the U.S. basketball team rented out their own luxury cruise liner

With Room Service and More, Hospitals Borrow From Hotels

At the Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital outside Detroit, patients arrive to uniformed valets and professional greeters. Wi-Fi is free and patient meals are served on demand 24 hours a day. Members of the spa staff give in-room massages and other treatments

Five myths about jet lag

We are in the midst of the busy summer travel season, which means that many travelers are dealing with jet lag as they fly from coast to coast, head to Europe or journey to Asia and Africa

Confronting our history and 'unspeakable acts' at the site of the Sand Creek massacre

Sand Creek Massacre National Historic Site, Colo.—Craig Moore knows that Sand Creek can be a hard sell, especially to a group of teenagers on spring break

In Andalusia, separating myth from reality

Because I took the wrong train from Malaga’s Costa del Sol Airport, west instead of east, I found myself at the stop for Torremolinos and the name immediately evoked a kind of audible hallucination: Eric Idle’s nasal sneer, from the vintage Monty Python travel-shop sketch, railing against the British package tourist set on the Spanish coast

Hotel review: Off Paris Seine

Two girls sunbathe on the deck; one holds a carefully positioned book, the other nonchalantly drapes her foot in the swimming pool. An inflatable gold swan drifts past, while over at the pool’s glass edge, a beefed-up bro spends several minutes composing the perfect selfie overlooking the river

The 10 best beach holidays in Italy

Our experts' pick of the top 10 beach and seaside holidays in Italy for 2015, including the best spots for families, watersports and relaxation, in destinations such as Sicily, Tuscany, Sardinia, Puglia and Ischia

Live From an Adventures by Disney River Cruise: First Impressions

Wait -- Disney's doing what? Taking over a river cruise ship? And filling it full of kids? Huh? River cruising kids = how's that going to work? These were my thoughts when I first heard that Adventures by Disney (ABD) -- an offshoot brand of the Disney empire set up in 2005 to provide high-end tours to off the beaten track destinations -- was pairing up with AmaWaterways to offer family river cruises this year

The World's Most Exotic Cruises

Taking a remote cruise means you’ll check off a bunch of far-flung places in one trip. The Seabourn Encore launches this winter with stops in India, Indonesia, and Singapore — a single-trip itinerary you could otherwise comfortably accomplish only on a private jet or yacht

The alt city guide to Nottingham

From DH Lawrence and Alan Sillitoe to Shane Meadows and the Sleaford Mods, Nottingham has a culture of rebelliousness that runs through its energetic music, arts, nightlife and bars

Kid’s cute answers to travel questions

As we reflect on five years of BBC Travel, we hope these five-year-olds inspire you to fall in love with the world all over again. Their innocence and insight is infectious

Disney theme parks could harness foot recognition technology

Disney has received a patent for foot recognition technology that could be used to improve the guest experience at the entertainment giant’s theme parks. One potential application of foot recognition technology could use a sensor to capture a foot shape and a camera to capture the foot’s appearance. This would be used to create a foot model that “can be used to identify a particular guest and the guest data can be used to output a customized guest appearance,” according to the patent documents

Woman raped on all-female holiday 'offered massage by travel firm'

An all-female holiday operator has denied trivialising the rape of one of its customers by offering her a massage in compensation. Dr Georgina Mortimer, 45, was raped in her apartment in St Lucia while on a sailing holiday with tour company Girls for Sail. On her return to the UK, Dr Mortimer repeatedly complained to the company regarding their alleged lack of care. But instead of a refund, she was offered a “massage and a mini manicure at a nearby spa” by the company – leading her to feel “disgusted and insulted.”

5 Sounds Your Plane Makes—and What They Mean

Creaks, beeps, groans—they're not the sounds of a plane in its final throes. For a nervous flier, an errant creak or beep on board might make you sweat (or reach for the Xanax). Thankfully, the myriad sounds are completely normal—and you should expect to hear them whenever you fly. “Aircraft make some very standard sounds when certain pieces of equipment are moved," Ron Carr, a former pilot and assistant professor of aeronautical science at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University tells Condé Nast Traveler

Virgin Galactic Gets FAA Operating License for Spaceship

Virgin Galactic announced Monday that the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration’s Office of Commercial Space Transportation had awarded an operating license for the company's SpaceShipTwo

Finding foodie bliss in Lisbon

Just as I was an expert picnicker as a young backpacker, I'm now an older backpacker -- who is packing a little extra taste and money -- so I find myself seeking out "foodie" meals these days. For those of us who are no longer a fill-your-tank type of traveler, Lisbon is a great foodie destination. Perched on the sunny Atlantic coast of Portugal, it's a ramshackle but charming city proud of its tasty delicacies and heavenly wines

Cycling Along the Great Victorian Rail Trail

The distractions along the Great Victorian Rail Trail are many, as the path runs through remarkable scenery: wetlands and farmland, over bridges and through valleys, past cows and Clydesdales and, yes, kangaroos

A Personal Sort of Time Travel: Ancestry Tourism

America is a nation of immigrants, and as many people age they grow interested in tracing their family heritage and group traditions back to their origins

Allegiant buys new planes for the first time ever

The leisure carrier announced on Friday it had reached a deal to buy 12 current-generation models of Airbus' A320 narrowbody jets. Allegiant called the order "another step towards (its) planned transition to an all Airbus fleet by 2019"

Union chief says American pushing pilots to speed up flights

The pilots' union president said Thursday that American Airlines is reducing its safety margin by "manipulating" flight plans with tactics that include faster speeds. American did not respond directly to the union leader's claims. A spokesman said the airline takes safety and regulations seriously.

Hotels go after Millennials

Marriott's new Moxy is a signpost to new wave of hotels that emphasize design and technology

The World's Most Beautiful Waterfalls

From Gullfoss in Iceland, famous for its rainbows, to Thor's Well in Oregon, a mysterious water hole that seemingly delves into an abyss, these are the world's most beautiful waterfalls

The 5 best Portuguese hotels

From stylish urban stays in Lisbon to family-friendly rooms on the Algarve

Cool Place of the Day: The Ambrette, Margate

The Ambrette, perched unassumingly on the edge of Margate's Old Town in what was once an old boozer, is the kind of place you could easily hurry by without a second glance

Yorkshire Day: England's best region?

Now then, today is Yorkshire Day, a celebration of the trend-setting music, beautiful landscapes and good proper grub that can be found in God’s Own Country

Monte Argentario: the corner of Tuscany that tourism forgot

Porto Santo Stefano, on the Monte Argentario peninsula in southern Tuscany, has been bashed about and is the better for it

The world's worst holiday souvenirs

Excruciatingly awful holiday souvenirs, spotted by Britons abroad

8 new hotels with surprising past lives

More U.S. companies are rehabbing buildings with past lives into hotels and businesses that have a bit more personality than some new-construction alternatives

The world's best mega-ship ocean cruise lines

Here are the top five mega-ship cruises that provide some of the most over-the-top experiences at sea

Fred. Olsen Cruise Line Passengers Struck Down with Norovirus are Entitled to Compensation Following Court of Appeal Ruling

The Court of Appeal has ruled that 16 British cruise passengers who fell ill onboard Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines' Boudicca in 2011 are entitled to compensation, after appeal judges uphold the original trial judge's decision

36 Hours in Portland, Me.

With its cobblestone lanes and photogenic harbor, Portland’s Old Port district has long been a draw for travelers seeking a quick dose of urban New England charm before moving on to Maine’s more bucolic pleasures. These days visitors are dropping in for longer spells as Portland’s allure spreads to the Congress Street arts district and indie-spirited neighborhoods like East Bayside and Munjoy Hill

Is Boeing about to pull the plug on the 747?

Boeing has hinted it may be forced to end production of its iconic 747 jumbo jet amid a prolonged sales slump. "If we are unable to obtain sufficient orders and/or market, production and other risks cannot be mitigated, ... it is reasonably possible that we could decide to end production of the 747," Boeing said in a regulatory filing quoted by Reuters

After a failed coup, what will become of Istanbul

When a travel writer describes a hotel as palatial, they’re probably lying. Unless they’re talking about the Kempinski hotel in Istanbul, which is, literally, palatial

48 Hours in Rio: spend a weekend in the Olympics host city

2016 is the year that the Olympic Games come to the riotous capital of carnival and Caipirinhas. Rio de Janeiro, Brazil’s second city, underwent intense redevelopment ahead of the 2014 FIFA World Cup and the Games

Cosmos Tours amp Cruises to Offer Social Impact Cruise Line, Fathom, to U.K. Market

Cosmos Tours amp Cruises has become the first U.K. tour operator to offer Fathom -- the specialist social impact cruise line -- to the British market with cruise and stay packages to Miami and the Dominican Republic

The 5 Best Private Island Resorts

From the South Pacific to the Florida Keys, discover paradise at the best and most beautiful private island resorts, where natural beauty abounds—and doing nothing is simply everything

Should we crack down on alcohol sale and consumption at UK airports?

A crackdown on the sale of alcohol at British airports is being considered by Tariq Ahmed, the UK’s new aviation minister, in a bid to tackle disruptive behaviour at airports and on flights

US airfares hit lowest average since 2010

The federal government revealed this week that U.S. airfares reached a six-year low during the first quarter of 2016. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation's Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), the average price of a domestic plane ticket was $361 during the first three months of this year

20 of Brazil's most beautiful places

The Olympics may take center stage in Brazil over the next month or so, but if you're traveling here, it's worth taking time away from the bars, stadiums and TV screens to enjoy some of the country's most beautiful assets

Skip the Hotel: Book Nights on an Ultra-Luxe Yacht

We've all felt it: the panic that sets in when hotel prices hike through the roof and there are no rooms left for you to book for that much needed vacation. And while Airbnb and HomeAway have created alternatives to the usual hotel experience, companies like Harbourspot are taking it a step further

Baby Humpback Whale Trapped on Rocks Gets a Hand From Some Friends

A baby humpback whale was stranded on the rocks at Tweed Heads, in New South Wales, Australia, but a group of people went to extraordinary efforts to get the animal off the rocks and back into the ocean

Swiss bank on vineyards of Lavaux to make fine wine

One bright October afternoon two days before harvest, Swiss winemaker Blaise Duboux chucked a fallen quince over the iron fence girding his terrace and into the sloping vineyard next door. It should have easily rolled 600 precipitous feet down to shimmering Lake Geneva, plied by stately steamers and backdropped by the snowcapped French Alps across the water. But some 40 levels of terraces staircase the hillside, intervening

Disney: Muppets show coming to Magic Kingdom

The Muppets are taking Magic Kingdom. Walt Disney World announced Thursday that a new live show called "The Muppets Present… Great Moments in American History" will debut at the theme park in October

Pokemon Go Around the World

Pokemon Go mania has players hunting streets, parks, rivers, landmarks and other sites all over the world

This Southeast Asian Spot Should Be Your Next Cruise Destination

The Vietnamese port city of My Tho sits on one of the Nine Dragons, narrow branches that the Mekong fans into near its mouth. It’s almost a two-hour drive across the delta from the bustling urban sprawl of Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon), where we’d landed that morning

This Storybook Hotel in Romania Will Bring Fairy Tales to Life

Castelul de Lut, or the “Clay Castle,” is straight out of a fairytale. Despite being called a castle, the hotel looks more like a witch's cottage (hey Hansel, hey Gretel) than somewhere Sleeping Beauty would call home

Queen Elizabeth II's dresses on display

Queen Elizabeth II has amassed quite a wardrobe over the course of her nine decades on the planet. More than 150 of these outfits are being showcased in special exhibits at three official residences of the British monarch in honor of her 90th birthday earlier this year

Escape readers submit their best tips for keeping devices charged overseas

When Escape asked its readers to submit their best travel tip, we were overwhelmed with the amount of emails we received around power adaptors. Turns out the one thing most travellers like to ensure is that their electronic devices are powered up and working on holiday. So what’s the best way to stay connected overseas?

The US hotel that can't be faulted

When billionaires pay $US1 million just to get married here (Bill Gates), and one in particular loves it so much he buys the entire island (Larry Ellison), you know there must be something special about Lanai. Oracle founder Ellison bought Hawaii's sixth largest island in 2012 (well, 98 per cent of it), including the existing Four Seasons resort

Pulse nightclub could become the latest tragedy tourism destination

The Pulse nightclub, the gay venue where 49 people were shot and killed last month, has found its way onto itineraries for tourists from around the world who pay their respects and leave handmade memorials

Man wins Micronesian island resort in $49 raffle

An Australian man has won the raffle of a lifetime, taking home an entire Pacific island resort for the price of a $49 ticket. The man, identified only as Joshua from New South Wales, won The Kosrae Nautilus Resort in a contest organized by Australian owners, Doug and Sally Beitz

US tourist spends night on roof of Milan's Duomo cathedral

Italian police say an American tourist spent a night locked on the spectacular rooftop of Milan's Gothic-inspired Duomo cathedral after being overlooked by security

21 Places In The World You Must Visit At Least Once

Decisions, decisions… Which gorgeous destination should you use your precious vacation days on? We’ve got 21 ideas, from Breckenridge to Zanzibar. Tourist traps need not apply

A taste of the good life in Provence

After the tasting, the terroir. Having sniffed, swirled and sipped our way through a spectrum of Châteauneuf-du-Pape whites and reds, we went to see the high plateau where some of the finest wines were born

Japan in autumn: Tokyo city breaks, active holidays and cultural tours

Each week we approach three companies to ask for their best offer on a specific break. This week, a trip to Japan in autumn: one cultural tour, one active holiday and one city break

Denver airport rolls out nearly 10,000 charging outlets

It should now be easier to power your electronic devices when flying through Denver International Airport. The airport says it has completed the installation of nearly 10,000 power outlets and USB ports at locations across all three concourses

JetBlue May Soon Offer Low-Cost Flights to Europe

JetBlue Airways, the New York-based airline best known for its domestic and Caribbean flights (and free on-board Terra blue chips), may have its sights set on flights across the pond. In an announcement yesterday, the carrier said it intends to configure new Airbus deliveries down the line for long range capabilities, hinting at flying across the Atlantic to destinations in Europe, as its current fleet of Embraer E190s and Airbus A320s and A321s don’t have the range to make it across the ocean

Hudson, N.Y.: An Elegant Transformation

I used to consider myself a bona fide traveler, exploring everywhere from Costa Rica to Buenos Aires, Biarritz to Brussels. I looked at every calendar year as a puzzle, figuring out where to go, and when. With a home base in New York City — and Paris for two years, which invited its own adventures — almost every destination was accessible

Into Corsica, From Rustic Villages to Stony Cliffs

One reason the French island of Corsica can feel so bracing to a visitor is that — and I mean this in the best way possible — Corsicans don’t much care about you. Of course, they want to make sure that you’re comfortable and taken care of. But they’re not going to fuss over the details of your itinerary, recommending this sight over that one

The line starts here: Designing theme park queues

People love theme park rides. The lines that they have to endure in order to board the rides? Not so much. But when tens of thousands of visitors arrive at a park, all of whom want to experience its major attractions, waiting around is inevitable. Some park operators, such as Disney and Six Flags, offer virtual queue programs that allow visitors to reserve ride times and skip some of the lines

Hawaii reopens national parks after Tropical Storm Darby loses punch

Partly to mostly sunny skies returned to Hawaii on Monday, and two popular national parks were again welcoming visitors after Tropical Storm Darby brought high winds, dangerous surfs and heavy rain over the weekend. At 8 a.m. Pacific time Monday, Darby was downgraded to a tropical depression by the Central Pacific Hurricane Center. It was located 185 miles west-northwest of Honolulu

Madrid's 5 best places to stay

A recent addition to the Small Luxury Hotels of the World stable, The Principal arrived on the scene last year and has quickly established itself as one of Madrid’s must-stays. Occupying a Spanish Renaissance 17th century building on a corner of the capital’s vibrant Gran Via, there’s an intimate clubby atmosphere at this 76-room hotel

Poets and pistachios: a journey to the heart of Iran

The old man paused for breath beneath a walnut tree. A part-time philosopher, he was called Rahmatollah (“Offer of the Gods”). He had wobbly knees and clutched a walking stick but his mind showed no sign of slowing down

How To Travel The World With A Full-Time Job

I could practically hear the words crossing the minds of my new found friends as they asked me how long I’d been traveling for. I was working at a busy advertising firm in Manhattan and―after careful planning and supervisor approval―had managed to snag five days off to fly to Cartagena

Sunrise to sundown, Mumbai is a vegetarian

Speciality dishes from all over India are showcased at the street food stalls and cafes of Mumbai. Here, food writer Meera Sodha spends a whirlwind 24 hours sampling as many vegetarian ‘greatest hits’ as she can

Flight listings on Airbnb? Lufthansa thinks the idea will really fly

Might we interest you in Airbnb accommodations that may cause leg cramping but come with the rare amenity that is a large flying airplane? Lufthansa, enamored with the adage “if you can’t beat them join them,” has begun selling flights on Airbnb – the service that is usually confined to more stationary properties. Now if you ever wanted to stay in a moving rental accommodation that flies to a destination then, well, congratulations. You have done just that every single time you booked a flight

Ethiopia: Next big thing in Africa travel?

In the late 1950s, Ethiopian Airlines launched an advertising campaign in the Western media that touted the ancient kingdom as Africa's "newest travel adventure." More than half a century later, the huge East African nation has yet to live up to that lofty billing. But it might not be much longer

Southwest Airlines website glitch grounds hundreds of flights

A glitch knocked down Southwest Airlines’ website for about three hours Thursday, barring people from booking trips or checking their flights. The airline is now waiving ticket fees for tens of thousands of passengers after hundreds of flights were canceled or delayed. NBC’s Tom Costello reports for TODAY from Washington, D.C

13 Reasons You Should Take a Cruise This Year

What was once the province of daring explorers was co-opted by the less intrepid traveler who only wanted to unpack once. But new trips to far-flung places are putting the art of the voyage and the thrill of discovery back into cruising

Cristiano Ronaldo Just Opened Up a Hotel in His Hometown

Ronaldo has opened his new hotel, and they just renamed the airport after him. GOOOOOOOOOOLLLLLLL! Everybody knows that soccer instills a cult-like fanaticism in Europe. But the Portuguese hometown of Cristiano Ronaldo, the superstar of Real Madrid and captain of the Portuguese national team, is taking soccer fever to new heights

Cruising the edge of Europe

I've just spent 48 hours tramping through Barcelona: hard to resist a dawn-to-dusk round of sightseeing in this quirky and utterly beautiful city. My ship Viking Star has lingered in port for two nights, as if reluctant to depart. Now I'm happy with a day at sea to let my sore feet unknot. I sit in Viking Sea's gorgeous Wintergarden in the sun, forking up scones with clotted cream and dithering over the two-page tea menu

The most child-friendly airline flying in Australia and to NZ

Flying with children is a challenge at the best of times. And when it comes to choosing a child-friendly airline, there are plenty of variables to consider

The Container Ship Tourism Industry

Robert Rieffel was strolling with his wife and friends along River Street in Savannah, Georgia, a touristy corridor filled with trinket shops and restaurants, when he suddenly heard “this big brooooooooooo,” he says, imitating the sound of a ship’s horn. An enormous cargo ship was sailing up the river, one of many that travel international routes delivering everything from kitty litter to cars to clothes in massive stacks of metal shipping containers. Rieffel was captivated

Flying on a Private Jet Is Easier (and Cheaper) Than Ever

If you want fly on a private plane—and who wouldn’t, given the state of air travel these days?—there’s never been a better time. That’s due to the advent of the single-seat booking model, via membership clubs and the like, which is taking off on both coasts and in between. Think of this as a hybrid of private aviation and commercial air travel, with regularly scheduled flights, and per-person ticketing, but with an ambience closer to a Gulfstream than a crowded 737

Solar Impulse Completes Historic Trip Around the World

Solar Impulse, the solar-powered aircraft on a record-setting mission, has completed a 25,000-mile trip around the world. On Saturday, Bertrand Piccard—one of two pilots to take turns guiding the plane—took off from Cairo on the final leg of the journey that began in March of last year. Originally planned to take only a few months, Solar Impulse was waylaid in Hawaii for some time after the aircraft was damaged

Buffalo, waffles and 'pig candy' tempt visitors to Jackson Hole

In 1920, three months before the 19th Amendment gave women the right to vote, a peaceful uprising was already underway in western Wyoming, where the citizens of Jackson elected one of America's first all-female town councils. With women including Genevieve Van Vleck in charge, the "petticoat government" brought progressive changes to the town at the south end of the valley known as Jackson Hole

How to take the best photos with your iPhone

He’s got more than 128,000 followers on Instagram so he must be doing something right. Photographer John Bozoniv, 25, from New Zealand, who specialises in cold climate and polar expedition photography shares some of his best tips for taking photos with an iPhone

Things to do in London: Three-minute guide

As Samuel Johnson said in 1777: "When a man is tired of London he is tired of life; for there is in London all that life can afford." And what was true then is as true now, if not more so. In London's 600 square miles there is, indeed, all that life can afford: layer upon layer of history and eight million people living, working and playing in one of the most diverse, exciting and creative cities in the world. The question isn't why should you visit London but how can you afford not to?

This family's travel rule: Take what you can carry, even if it means no pajamas

Writer and author Sascha Rothchild, who grew up on Miami Beach, has wandered the globe with only a carry-on bag. Her advice: Forget shopping, ditch the pajamas

2 passengers rescued from cruise ship at sea after emergency

On Sunday, the United States Coast Guard was forced to medevac two passengers off a Norwegian Cruise Line ship as it sailed near the coast of Virginia. According to WAVY.com, watchstanders in Portsmouth, Virginia, were notified that two male passengers aboard the Norwegian Gem cruise ship were dealing with a medical emergency at 2:13 a.m. local time Sunday morning

Living where the sea turns to ice

A five-year-old from Greenland’s Uummannaq Children's Home shares his life in this remote and frozen corner of the globe

The pop-ups that made hotel revenues go sky high

With so many new dining and socialising options emerging, especially in major cities, the hotel industry has got its work cut out trying to lure external customers into its restaurants and bars

Disney Unveils Plans For A Massive New Marvel Comics Universe

Just when you thought Disney parks might be going a bit overboard with “Star Wars” and Marvel Comics attractions, the new direction is snowballing. Disney unveiled plans over the weekend to close the Tower of Terror, one of the most iconic rides at Disney California Adventure, and transform it into a new attraction based on the “Guardians of the Galaxy” superheroes and comics

How to find the best-value cruise excursion

The choice of sightseeing tours and activities has never been better, whether you want to join ships' excursions or arrange you own, says Jane Archer

Cool Place of the Day: Lochranza Youth Hostel, Arran, Scotland

The British Open reached its spectacular climax in Troon last weekend, and this got us thinking about one of our favourite places on the west coast of Scotland: Lochranza Youth Hostel, across the water from Troon on the lovely Isle of Arran. You can bet there weren't any top golfers staying here, but we like it for all sorts of other reasons. First of all, it's exceedingly scenically located, in tiny Lochranza village on the banks of the beautiful loch of the same name

A $1,000 Day in Moscow for $100

It’s the simple things that sometimes present the biggest challenges. I was looking for a way to get to the Four Seasons Moscow, a huge beige box of a building that skirts Red Square in central Moscow — but I couldn’t figure out how to get across the road

Watch: Air New Zealand goes 'Hollywood' for in-flight safety video

When it comes to entertaining in-flight safety videos, it’s hard to beat Air New Zealand. The carrier has spent the past several years trying to find creative ways to tackle the standard and often-boring safety demonstration. The airline's latest attempt does not disappoint. The video, called “Safety in Hollywood,” follows Scary Movie star Ana Faris and Flight of the Conchords’ Rhys Darby as they attempt to make an award-winning safety video

An Olympic Odyssey: Where the Games Began

Some dream of going to the Olympics. I’d long dreamed of going to Olympia. I wanted to take a solo road trip like no other, searching for the four sites of the ancient Greek athletic games — Isthmia, Nemea, Delphi and Olympia — precursors to the Olympics spectacle opening in Rio on Aug. 5

Build a bear while you cruise with Carnival

Kids can cobble together their own custom teddy bears on Carnival Cruise Line ships under a new partnership with Build-A-Bear Workshop. The workshops have been around on land since 1997 and are familiar to any parent with youngsters, but this will be their first voyage at sea

Airlines waive change fees and attractions close as Tropical Storm Darby threatens Hawaii

As Tropical Storm Darby menaces Hawaii, most airlines flying from Southern California to the islands are waiving fees for reservations changes. As of 7 p.m. Pacific time Saturday, the storm was 45 miles south of Hilo on the Big Island, where heavy rain was reported Saturday evening. Tropical storm, flash flood and high surf warnings were in effect there

Exploring Myanmar, one of the last true travel frontiers

There are no bargains to be had in Myanmar (Burma), but the surprising expense is the price of admission to a new frontier

How to travel around the world by cruise ship

Until recently, round-the-world cruises were often little more than window dressing, with no real expectation that people would want to pay thousands of pounds to be away from home for three months at a time

This Brilliant Gadget Lets You Wear Your Suitcase Like A Tail

Pulling a suitcase with your hands is hard. That’s why there’s My Hitch, a brilliant plastic clip that lets you drag suitcases around the airport with your butt. Just affix the simple gadget to your pants, attach your rolling suitcase, and cruise the airport with ease. It’s kind of like you have a tail — now you know how cats feel!

10 of the best hotel, BampBs and apartments in Athens

Greece’s economy may still be in the doldrums, but Athens’ arts scene and nightlife are flourishing. Combine that with a wave of new affordable places to stay and the capital is no longer just a gateway to the Greek islands

How to dive with sharks- and not get eaten

I never thought I'd find myself face to face with a shark. But there I was, miles off Oahu's North Shore, preparing to dive into the deep blue. “Captain Pancakes is the one with a scar on his left flank,” Julia Hartl, an enthusiastic marine biologist with One Ocean Diving, told my family as we prepared to swim. As my sister and I giggle, she rattles off a few more names. “There’s also Mrs. Aloha, Curly Boy and Harry Potter.”

Michelin Guide lands in Singapore, at last

Street food venues among 29 eateries celebrated in food bible's first-ever guide to the Asian city

The Trans-Siberian Railway Turns 100

The Trans-Siberian Railway (TSR) laid its final ties between Moscow and Vladivostok 100 years ago this month, concluding a 25-year project first set into motion by Tsar Alexander III. His original motivation was economic—how best to connect and develop remote Siberia?—but the ambitious project has since become a point of national pride

The Search for MH370 Will Be Suspended Indefinitely

The search for the missing Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 will be suspended by the end of the year if no new clues emerge as “the likelihood of finding the aircraft is fading,” according to officials. The plane went missing on March 8, 2014, after departing Kuala Lumpur International Airport on a routine flight to Beijing. The search for answers for the families of the 227 passengers and 12 crew aboard the plane has continued ever since

Geckos Adventures offers Pokemon Go trip to some of the world’s most remote locations

Pokemon Go has rapidly become a worldwide phenomenon encouraging smartphone users to explore their neighbourhoods in search of virtual Pokemon. Now Geckos Adventures is taking the game to a whole new level, offering the ultimate Poke-trip — Pokemon: Let’s Go

BampB review: The Churchill Arms, Cotswolds

Oh, the Cotswolds. That splodge of land that stretches from Oxfordshire down to Somerset and all the way up to Warwickshire is one of England’s most bucolic. Add to that its reputation as the rural getaway for London’s "it" crowd and you have an alluring mix of haystacks and hedonism. An hour and a half train journey from Paddington, plus 30 minutes in a cab, lies Paxford, home to The Churchill Arms, which opened earlier this year

Seattle TSA screener arrested for taking 'voyeuristic' video of female passenger

A security agent at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport was arrested Tuesday on suspicion of voyeurism after being caught using his phone to take photos and video up a female passenger’s skirt. The suspect's name has not been released but according to the Seattle Times, the agent is a 29-year-old resident of Tukwila, a Seattle suburb

Live from Carnival Dream: Hits

One of the most popular ships in the Carnival fleet, Carnival Dream is not necessarily its most up-to-date. Launched in 2009, it has some of the line's Fun Ship 2.0 upgrades, but not many. You will find a RedFrog Rum Bar and BlueIguana Tequila Bar onboard, as well as American Table and American Feast in the main dining rooms. But that's about it

36 Hours in Parma, Italy

This riverside city may be synonymous with fine food — Parma ham, Parmesan — but it also satisfies appetites for art, music and history

Yes, that Boeing 777 is painted like C-3PO from Star Wars

Japanese carrier All Nippon Airways (ANA) will paint one of its Boeing 777 widebody jets in the likeness of Star Wars character C-3PO. The jet featuring the fussy droid will become the fourth Star Wars-themed plane to fly for Japan’s biggest airline. Those already flying for ANA include

The Sanctum Inle Resort: A monastic getaway in Myanmar

Myanmar: the land of gawk. At each turn, another remarkable temple, another thousand gilded pagodas rising out of the low jungle, another can-you-believe-you’re-seeing-this-better-take-another-thousand-photos moment. Rangoon’s Shwedagon Pagoda, the crumbled ancient capitals strewn along the Irrawaddy River, the deserted pristine beaches of Ngapali, the ghost empire of Bagan – it’s all awe-inducing

On the trail of Roald Dahl in Great Missenden

You might not have heard of Great Missenden. It’s a quaint little village tucked away in Buckinghamshire’s Chiltern Hills, which has managed to retain a quiet and unassuming feel, despite for decades having been home to one of the country’s best-loved writers

How to make sure your holiday is financially protected

The collapse of Low Cost Holidays a few days ago was, I’m sure, a shock to the 140,000 odd people who had booked with them, or were actually on holiday with them at the time. But should it have been? After all, holiday companies have been collapsing on a regular basis since the package holiday was invented. Remember the names? Clarksons and Horizon in the 1970s; Intasun in the 1990s; and XL Leisure in 2008, which left 85,000 British holidaymakers stranded abroad

Fred Olsen Cruise Lines Launches Little Skippers Kids Club - Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines

Fred Olsen Cruise Lines has launched Little Skippers, a brand-new kids' club onboard its fleet of four ships. Little Skippers will operate during peak holiday season and provide parents and guardians with the opportunity to leave children aged five to 11 in the care of qualified children’s hosts. Little Skippers will be kept entertained with a range of activities, including arts and crafts sessions, deck games, treasure hunts, quizzes, cookie and pizza making in the Galley, games evenings and swimming classes, among others

Trump Hotels MIght Be Taking A "Yuge" Hit From The Donald's Campaign

Donald Trump has solicited an onslaught of attention as a Republican presidential candidate and now the presumptive nominee. But before the 2016 election cycle he was most notable for his eponymous hotel properties. And so we couldn’t help but wonder if and how all this attention impacted his business interests. Are bookings up or down? And how does that compare to the market overall?

Why I answered a job ad to be a ninja

Hundreds of people have applied and auditioned for the job of being a ninja as part of a campaign to promote tourism in Japan ahead of the 2020 Tokyo Olympics

Could this be the world's most eco-friendly superyacht?

Today’s superyachts boast an ever-growing list of amenities. Over the past year, designs have included swimming pools with waterfalls, shape-shifting exteriors that add more space, and features that allow passengers to be unrecognizable from nearby yachts

Inside the airline cabins of the future

Air travel photos from the 1960s show smartly dressed, champagne-sipping passengers in spacious airliner cabins. Contrast that with today's cramped seats and overcrowded airports and it looks like our flying experiences are getting steadily worse

A break for you and your wallet in Central Park

A visit to New York City, especially with kids in tow, is a notoriously expensive outing. You can splurge on show tickets or admissions to museums and attractions, but there are also landmarks and activities completely free of charge. Central Park offers an abundance of them

Air Canada Will Let You Crowdfund Your Plane Ticket

Lots of us dream about travel, even if we can't afford it right now: we make vision boards, bookmark articles, and play the "Where would you go if you won the lottery?" game with friends. But now, Air Canada is trying to turn travel dreams into realities with its new program, Embarq, a Kickstarter or Indiegogo-style crowdfunding site that lets people raise money for airfare by asking friends and family to make donations toward the cost

Why Carry Your Suitcase When You Can Attach it to Your Bottom?

There’s a gadget on the market that will help travelers become 21st century Renaissance Men at the airport. This contraption makes it possible to walk, talk on the phone, drink a coffee, and drag a suitcase all at the same time

City guide: What to see, eat and do in New York City

In the city that never sleeps, shopping is as popular with locals as the three Ds: drinking, dining and dating. If you want to shop like a true New Yorker, avoid paying retail prices whenever possible and make the most of end-of-season and Black Friday sales, citywide the day after thanksgiving, when sale prices can net savings of up to 80 per cent

South African Airways Completes Flight Using Fuel From Tobacco

It's no secret that commercial aviation is not all that great for the environment. And while some airlines are better than others in reducing their carbon footprint, advances in the industry have taken time. Hoping to do their part, South African Airways recently completed a flight using biofuels from nicotine-free, energy-rich "Solaris" tobacco plants cultivated by farmers in South Africa's Limpopo Province, which borders Botswana, Zimbabwe, and Mozambique

Hopper Will Suggest Flight Deals You Didn't Know You Wanted

There are plenty of flight deals out there—if you're looking in the right places and are quick to act. But most people have these pesky things called jobs and families and responsiblities that make it difficult to spend hours monitoring airfares

The adventure doesn't have to stop: Here's how to travel with baby

When I was pregnant and living on a sailboat in the South Pacific, my friends back home told me to "get my kicks in" before our first baby arrived. It made me nervous. The thought of waiting a decade (or more?) to adventure over high peaks, open ocean and fast rivers made me more nauseated than morning sickness

Seven travel hacks for smoother holidays

Need to stop shampoo leaking through your bag? Want free entry to big-ticket attractions? Save time and money with these clever ideas from Escape readers

Virgin Australia launches new business class, premium on US route

Virgin Australia has launched its new international business, premium and economy classes on Wednesday at a ceremony at Los Angeles International Airport, along with announcing that the airline would introduce Wi-Fi on both international and domestic flights next year

Hotels vs. Airbnb: Let the Battle Begin

Ever since Airbnb entered the lodging scene in 2008, the hotel industry has cast a wary eye, noting its popularity with young travelers. Despite a strong year for hotels — occupancy and rates broke records in 2015, according to the data firm STR — anxiety may be creeping into those corporate suites

Tour the Hard Rock Hotel amp Casino Las Vegas

In July, we explore the Hard Rock Hotel amp Casino Las Vegas just off-Strip on Paradise Road. The Hard Rock opened in 1995 and expanded in 2010, offering more than 1,500 rooms and suites in three towers. Between the towers, a 4.5-acre pool area features multiple pools, patio lounging and dining, day parties and palm trees galore

St. Martins Lane offers London glam, with a theatre district to boot

The environment here is modern day British glam, minus the hubbub of London's West End theatre district just outside its front door

48 Hours in La Rochelle

This south-western French port city is buzzing with summer holidaymakers enjoying its old port, cafés, markets and easy access to beaches and islands

What is a Riverlorian?

What, you may well wonder, is a riverlorian? The word is derived from three others: river, lore and historian. Jerry Hay, one of the best known, often fills this role on the Mississippi’s paddlewheel ship, American Queen

One Crew Member Dies After Cruise Ship Lifeboat Accident - Norwegian Cruise Line

A Norwegian Breakaway crew member, aged 41, has died following a lifeboat accident that took place today while the ship was in Bermuda. During a routine drill, a lifeboat fell and injured four crew members. The crew members were immediately treated at the ship's medical center before being transferred to a local hospital, where one subsequently died from his injuries

This Grand Theater-Turned-Bookstore Will Take Your Breath Away

Book lovers, consider your next vacation planned. Buenos Aires’ El Ateneo Grand Splendid bookstore is unlike anything you’ve ever seen before. Built in 1919, the space ― originally a theater and later a movie theater ― was turned into a bookstore in 2000 when it was, according to Atlas Obscura, at risk for demolition

Families turn to crowdfunding to save holidays after tour operator collapse

Families affected by the collapse of budget tour operator Lowcostholidays are turning to crowdfunding sites to appeal for money from friends and family to help save their holidays. The travel company went into administration on 15 July, affecting around 140,000 customers, 55% of whom are British. Its collapse left 27,000 customers stranded abroad and 110,000 with worthless future bookings

24 hours in Oslo

With summer days that stretch to midnight and a relaxed harbour-front lifestyle, there's plenty to like about a visit to Oslo. As Arctic cloudberries come into season, local buskers emerge to fiddle along the waterfront and the pale northern sun lingers in the sky until far into the night, Oslo blooms

Suddenly Considering Travel Insurance? You’re Not Alone.

If the attacks in Nice, Brussels and Paris have you thinking about travel insurance, you’re not alone. Industry experts say that consumer interest in terrorism and trip cancellation coverage has spiked after each attack

Fairy Tale Weddings: Tying the knot at Disney parks and resorts

In many of Disney's classic animated films, the princess finds her beloved prince and, in true fairy tale form, they live happily ever after (once they deal with missing glass slippers, evil sorcerers, and other plot detours, that is). Capitalizing on the surging trend of destination weddings and the popularity of its theme parks and other properties, Disney offers Fairy Tale Weddings. Couples can celebrate their big day amid iconic characters, storybook castle spires, and other fantasy flourishes. They get to be princes and princesses in their own tales

Beautiful views of Cape Breton from the Keltic Lodge at the Highlands

To arrive at this white-sided, red-roofed Tudor retreat is to drive past salt-sprayed fishing villages, up the tight-turned, mountainside ledge of Cape Smokey, into Cape Breton Highlands National Park, and onto a rocky peninsula where the Atlantic Ocean crashes endlessly on granite cliffs

The 11 cheapest places for a family holiday in Europe, ranked

Travel Money has found the most affordable destinations in Europe for a family beach holiday. To find the cheapest places for a holiday, Post Office Travel Money calculated several expenses for food and drink -- including a three-course family meal with drinks, a bottle of beer, and can of Coca-Cola -- as well as beach items such as suncream, ice cream, and the cost of renting a sun-lounger for half a day in a number of popular destinations

The secrets to saving money on your holiday hire car

Our consumer advice expert offers a guide to every aspect of hiring a car, from which insurance policy to buy to what to check before you drive away

Just back from Thomson Celebration: Our Thoughts on This Grand Dame of the Seas

We've just returned from a weeklong trip onboard Thomson Cruises' Thomson Celebration, sailing the seven-day Grecian Legends itinerary from Dubrovnik to Dubrovnik, starting with an overnight stay in Croatia before calling at Corinth, Itea and Corfu in Greece and Kotor in Montenegro

Why Flight Attendants Hate Delays More Than You

We have all experienced dreaded airport delays where you approach the gate to board and instead of passengers starting to make their way on the aircraft

The Last Bookstore: a literary treasure trove in downtown LA

The biggest (and loveliest) new and secondhand bookshop is California is on a mission: to ‘keep the paper and ink book business alive’

Real 'Snakes on a Plane'? Animal smuggler caught stuffing snakes in his pants

A traveler bound for Saudi Arabia was caught trying to reenact the campy Samuel L. Jackson thriller after he attempted to smuggle 10 baby snakes in his pants before boarding a flight at Indonesia’s Soekarno-Hatta International Airport

Florida May Have Its First Zika Virus Outbreak

Florida health officials said Tuesday they were investigating a possible case of Zika that wasn't carried back by a traveler. If it's confirmed, it would be the first evidence that Zika has spread to mosquitoes in the continental U.S. All cases up to now have been in people who traveled to Zika-affected regions or their sexual partners

The 21 Newest UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Every year, the UNESCO World Heritage Committee meets to discuss sites that have been proposed as new members of their list. In order to be a UNESCO World Heritage site, a place or structure must have great cultural, historical, and/or natural significance—examples include Angkor Wat in Cambodia, the Great Barrier Reef in Australia, and Machu Picchu in Peru. This year's committee named 21 new spots to the list—so get your passports ready

This Island on the Great Barrier Reef Could Be All Yours—for $23 Million

If you've got $23 million burning a hole in your pocket, there's an island on the Great Barrier Reef that could have your name on it. But not really, because it already has a name. Keswick Island has 1,278 acres of lush mountains, white sandy beaches, and great snorkeling

Everything you need to know about river cruising

Imagine staying in a charming boutique hotel, but one that moves, taking you (and your luggage) from one destination to another to explore history, culture and a rich food and wine scene

The lost island paradise home to the world's best hotel

The world's best hotel isn't in London or New York but on a little known island in Indonesia, known as the lost world island. Remote and completely off the grid, Nihiwatu was formerly a surf lodge until it was bought by self-made fashion billionaire Chris Burch in partnership with hotelier James McBride four years ago and transformed into a culturally immersive enclave of active adventure and serious indulgence

New York's Museum of Ice Cream Will Let You Swim in a Pool of Sprinkles

We've got the scoop on New York City's Museum of Ice Cream, which is popping up in the Meatpacking District for one month beginning July 29, 2016

These Pod Hotels Delivered by Drones Are the Future

The Radical Innovation Awards are a safe place for designers to submit their wildest dreams about hotels of the future. The entries for the 2016 award—the winner of which receives $10,000 to further their design—did not disappoint. There is one that sticks out to us, mainly for our love of drones and one-of-a-kind experiences: a drone-delivered hotel with a series of connected sleeping pods

Corbusier works get nod from UNESCO

The Le Corbusier-designed National Museum of Western Art in Tokyo was named a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site on Sunday, following the recommendation in May

Tour bus catches fire in Taiwan, killing 26

A tour bus carrying visitors from China burst into flames on a highway near Taiwan's capital on Tuesday, killing all 26 people on board, officials said, in the deadliest incident involving Chinese tourism to the island. The accident took place on the No. 2 national highway in Taoyuan county, south of Taipei, where Taiwan's international airport is located, the county's fire and rescue service said in a statement

The most beautiful volcanic craters

There’s something mysterious yet beautiful about volcanic craters. Where once lava, ash and rock erupted now sits a quiet and serene landscape. Some are filled with water and others are completely dry, some are deep with steep sides and others are wide and shallow. And many have walking trails taking visitors right up to their lip

Why you watch chick flicks on a plane

I have a confession: a few months ago, on a flight from Sydney to Dubai, I watched pretty much an entire season of the TV show, Nashville. Then, on the return leg, I watched five episodes of Crazy Ex-Girlfriend

7 waterfront towns worth a closer look

Sun, sand and a large body of water. Check, check and check. Those are the basics of any trip to the shore. But some of the United States' protected coasts and lakeshores are cozied up near towns with their own unique appeal. These seven towns, located within easy reach of national seashores and lakeshores, range from quirky art hamlets to rugged fishing villages. A visit to these spots means you can work on your tan with sides of seafood, history and culture

FAA lifts ban on air travel to Turkey

On Monday, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) lifted a ban on flights from Turkey to the United States, allowing Turkish Airlines and other carriers to resume flights to nine U.S. cities. The FAA first issued a "notice to airmen" prohibiting flights to and from Turkey on Friday, following reports of increased violence throughout several Turkish cities

Alt city guide to Bristol

Bristol projects its irreverent spirit and powerful sense of identity through its cutting-edge music, arts, clubs, bars, street festivals and food scenes

22 Pieces Of Advice For First-Time Solo Travelers

After six solo adventures, I’ve learned the ins-and-outs about what it’s like to go off on your own. Here are a few bits of wisdom I picked up along the way

Celebrity Cruises to Sail Caribbean Year-Round, Will Debut New Family and Culinary Programs

Add Celebrity to the list of lines that offer Caribbean cruises all year long. The line has revealed Celebrity Equinox will sail year-round Eastern and Western Caribbean cruises from Miami in 2017. Beginning next April, the 2,850-passenger ship -- which typically repositions to the Mediterranean for the summer -- will offer a total of 24 cruises from its new homeport, including seven-night itineraries between June and August, and 10- and 11-night itineraries throughout the rest of the year

The Swiss hotel room with no walls or ceiling

The first incarnation of this hotel was a zero-star offering in an underground nuclear bunker, but its second has more stars than any other in the world

Britain's best holiday cottages with pools

Located at the edge of Dartmoor National Park – a great area for walkers – this architect-converted, 16th-century barn with outdoor heated pool has a wow-factor at every turn, both inside and out. Luxurious in the extreme, it’s full of exposed stone word, vaulted beams and thick walls, along with unusual contemporary furnishings and touches

Princess puts short cruises on sale

The line is touting savings on sailings of up to six nights

36 Hours in Seoul

Thanks to the Korean pop culture wave, the once underrated South Korean capital, with its new museums, plazas and restaurants, is reveling in a tourism boom

Cruise lines cancel calls in Nice in wake of attack

Two cruise lines have canceled calls in Nice this week in the wake of Thursday's terror attack along the city's iconic Promenade des Anglais -- a popular destination for tourists

Taking a gin journey to taste the authentic spirit of London

I’m rushing up London’s Portobello Road on a Friday afternoon in spring, dodging shoppers and strollers as I zig-zag from sidewalk to road and back again hunting for a bar. The Portobello Star is the latest in a long line of alcohol-serving establishments situated in the same building since 1740

Cool Place of the Day: Chateau Rhianfa, Anglesey

Looking as if it's been airlifted straight from the Loire Valley, they call this a château for a reason – a grey-stone, turreted building that sits on a peak overlooking the Menai Straits between Anglesey and mainland Wales

Ultimate South Africa: how to have the perfect holiday two-week holiday

Cape Town needs no sales pitch. Established as a kitchen garden in 1652 to restock ships en route to India, it still replenishes, with picturesque coves carved into a mountainous peninsula, slopes carpeted in an astonishing floral biodiversity, and vineyards that produce the New World’s most underrated wines

Amazon River Cruise Ship Sinks, Four Crew Members Missing

An Aqua Expeditions' ship sank July 16 after an accident that has left some crew members hurt and four others missing. There were no passengers onboard at the time. The incident on Aqua Amazon took place during regular Saturday supplying and turnaround hours for restocking the ship. An accident occurred, causing an explosion that resulted in its sinking. The investigation is ongoing

10 Things NOT To Say To Solo Female Travelers

As a solo female traveler, I’ve heard it all! When I made the decision to go backpacking by myself for an extended period of time and shared my travel plans with family, friends, and social media, I was met with some really amazing supportive words of encouragement, and, some not so great comments that were quite presumptuous and judgmental

10 of the best campsites, cabins and BampBs in Slovenia

With Hobbity hideaways, remote farms and friendly guesthouses, Slovenia offers a wealth of accommodation from which to explore its mountains, lakes and villages

Want to travel like a professional travel writer? Pack like one

Travel writer Christopher Muther highlights items that have caught his fancy for summer travel

Attempted Coup in Turkey: What Travelers Need to Know

The Guardian and The New York Times are reporting that the attempted coup has failed. Overnight, in apparent response to President Erdogan's exhortations, protesters took to the streets in Istanbul and Ankara to oppose the military's occupation. Police resisted and eventually overwhelmed military personnel, who had reportedly surrendered by morning

Hey, American Airlines, where's my refund?

I have tried in vain to get a refund from American Airlines. On a recent flight back to Bermuda, my 7-year-old daughter and I experienced hours of delays caused by weather. Finally, our flight was canceled, and chaos ensued

Boeing developing self-cleaning airplane bathrooms, CNN reports

There are some things that most people avoid doing until it's absolutely necessary, such as cleaning gutters or filing their taxes. For many people, it's using an airplane bathroom, but a CNN report says Boeing has developed a solution

City guide: What to see, eat and do in New York City

In the city that never sleeps, shopping is as popular with locals as the three Ds: drinking, dining and dating. If you want to shop like a true New Yorker, avoid paying retail prices whenever possible and make the most of end-of-season and Black Friday sales, citywide the day after thanksgiving, when sale prices can net savings of up to 80 per cent

Flight test: Cathay Pacific business class

An intuitive seat design that bring privacy and comfort is one of the best in the business

Jordan Peele Teaches Us All the Importance of Caring for Your Passport

Comedian Jordan Peele learned the hard way that even a slightly damaged passport can spell trouble for international travel. The comedian wasn’t allowed to board his flight from Los Angeles to London after a TSA agent said his passport was too damaged to fly

Jamaica Kincaid’s Antigua

How do you get to know this island? Go off-season, to Carnival, and use the writer’s books as your guide

Monaco's Princess Charlene names 'most luxurious cruise ship ever'

It was a big day for cruise fans and royal watchers alike Wednesday in Monaco as the tiny country's Princess Charlene christened what's being billed as the most luxurious ship ever

Zetter Townhouse Marylebone brings a country-house vibe to London

Finding a cozy, characterful hotel in the midst of a sprawling metropolis is no mean task – especially in London. The Zetter Townhouse Marylebone, ideally positioned in the fashionable and well-located shopping district, creates the atmosphere of a boutique, country-house hotel in a throbbing area of London

Debit card, credit card or cash: how to pay for a hotel abroad

If you have one of the very rare debit cards that has no charges for use abroad, then by all means use it – but assuming it is like the vast majority of cards, you will be paying dearly for the privilege

Tourists are the perfect target for terrorists - but should we be worried?

We don’t yet know the final death toll from last night’s appalling attack in Nice, but it is certain that many of the victims will be foreign visitors as well as local people

Carnival Corp. Opens €75m Cruise Safety Training Facility in The Netherlands

At a dedication ceremony in Almere, The Netherlands, Carnival Corp. officially opened its new €75 million cruise safety training facility, dubbed the Arison Maritime Center. Named for Carnival founder Ted Arison and son Micky, who currently serves as Carnival Corp.'s board chairman, the 110,000-square-foot center will offer training for the bridge and engineering officers who operate ships across all of the corporation's brands, including Carnival, Holland America, Princess, Cunard and Costa

The ultimate Berlin street food

An iconic dish in a city of strange things, Currywurst “could only have been invented in Berlin because this is a city of openness and open-mindedness towards experimentation”

Study: Flying east is tougher on us than flying west

A flight from Paris to New York is easier on the brain than one from New York to Paris, according to a new study that finds jet lag is based not only on distance traveled, but also the direction of travel

U.S. Often Issues Travel Warnings, But Lately The Tables Are Turned

The State Department regularly issues travel alerts for U.S. citizens. Now U.S. gun violence has led other countries to urge their own citizens to show caution when visiting the U.S.

Bombardier's Wide-Seat Plane Takes Off for Delta and Swiss Air

A new jetliner with wider passenger seats is wowing airplane fans at the Farnborough Airshow in the U.K. this week. A Bombardier C-Series CS-100, operated by Swiss Air, is taking to the skies for a demonstration flight at the annual aerospace showcase Monday. According to Bombardier, the window and aisle seats in the plane are 18.5 inches wide, while the middle seat is 19 inches wide, offering nearly 2 inches more room than found on similar-sized planes built by Boeing and Airbus

The Sabre Could Get You From London to Sydney in 4 Hours

At the Farnborough International Airshow, taking place just outside of London on July 16 and 17, the most diehard of aviation geeks congregate to gape at the latest in air travel, from the real and immediately viable (like the jet lag-ending Airbus A350) to the seemingly insane concepts that could change the world as we know it. The Sabre, a revolutionary engine concept from U.K.-based Reaction Engines Ltd. (REL), which blends elements of hypersonic air travel as well as rocket-fueled space travel, falls decidedly in the latter camp

Hong Kong's urban jungle is real, not a metaphor for concrete and steel

This is exactly what I imagine hiking in Scotland or Wales to be like. Every so often, a piece of a craggy mountain breaks through the fog, so thick it feels like I'm walking through cotton balls. On a high point, a hole opens and my friend Jeremy and I glimpse the roiling ocean a couple thousand feet below. The view is spectacularly moody and lasts less than three minutes. The air is so saturated with moisture that dew collects on Jeremy's eyelashes. Thigh-high grasses are bent sideways by the wind

Here, here, ears: Capping off popular Disney hats

Mickey Mouse is not the top cheese when it comes to headwear sales at Walt Disney World. He's not even in the runner-up slot

Exploring the rugged beauty of Newfoundland, Canada

As so often happens when travelling, the best story came not from the tour guides or a bronze plaque beneath a celebrated monument, but from a local. Nancy, no-nonsense like most of the women of Newfoundland, wanted to be sure that those who “come-from-aways” understood what makes her place special

6 Upgrades That Will Keep You Healthy While Traveling

In travel, upgrades are usually associated with luxuries: a roomier seat; a shorter security line; a suite with a view. But sometimes, they’re the right decision for your well-being, whether you're trying to choose the best rental car or stick to your eating regimen while you're on the road. So dole out a little extra for these perks—doctor’s orders

There's a 'Golden Girls' Themed Murder Mystery Dinner

Murder mystery dinners? Great. The Golden Girls? Even greater.. A murder mystery dinner with the Golden Girls? We're in. Peddler’s Village in Bucks County, Pennsylvania is hosting The Golden Girls Murder Mystery dinner and show every Friday and Saturday evening through Aug. 20. Tickets are $59.95 per person

Cruise lines crack down on boarding with beverages

Another cruise line is prohibiting travelers from lugging and chugging their own booze and beverages aboard its vessels. Norwegian Cruise Line announced a ban on bringing aboard liquor, beer and nonalcoholic drinks, including water, soda and juice, in carry-on and checked bags as of July 15

The best of France in a day: 9 best day trips from Paris

Paris is day-tripper heaven. Less than two hours from the French capital is a world of castles and cathedrals, gardens, museums and picturesque villages, not to mention the delights of Disneyland Paris and Beauval zoo park

I braved Myanmar's infamous fortune tellers

In Burmese culture, Saturday is considered an unlucky day – for fires, hair washing, starting a journey, or simply being born, especially if you are a first child. At least that's the verdict of Kyaw Si Thu, the fortune-teller of Bagan. I'm sitting on the floor of the spirit man's house, legs and elbows folded like a grasshopper as I attempt to squeeze between a mountain of books and a green-eyed cat, while the guru hands down his litany of accusations

Pokémon Go: How to Use It as a Tour Guide

Maybe gaming isn’t your thing, but you’d like to know what all the fuss is about Pokémon Go, the mobile game that in the second week since its release is already rivaling Twitter in popularity in the United States. If you do decide to try it out, you may actually find it more useful than the typical diversion

JetBlue gives makeover to T5 at its New York JFK hub

Passengers flying out of JetBlue’s Terminal 5 (T5) at New York JFK now have a smoother, more high-tech path through the ticket lobby. “The journey from keyboard to curb can be stressful,” said Joanna Geraghty, JetBlue’s Executive Vice President, Customer Experience, “We strive to make it simple and be helpful.” To do that, JetBlue has overhauled the T5 lobby first opened in 2008, making it more self-service focused, with 70 new kiosks, self-service bag tagging options, and a dozen bag drop locations

48 Hours in Cartagena, Spain

Celebrate Spain’s Año del Modernismo 2016, the Year of Modernism, in a little-visited city with some prime some examples of early 20th-century architecture. But that is just the start. After the Spanish navy moved out of this magnificent deep-water Murcian port, the archaeologists moved in

Are these the world's best budget airlines?

Despite recent efforts to improve its image, there's room for Ryanair in Skytrax's annual top 10. Here are the budget carriers that made the cut

Pokemon Go Craze Sweeping U.S. Port Cities -- But Not Cruise Ships

It's the newest dilemma facing cruisegoers: Your vacation is approaching, but your kids (and let's face it, you too) can't pull themselves away from the highly addictive Nintendo mobile game Pokemon Go. The good news is that Pokemon Go is actually a boon for travelers. Since the strategy of the game is to walk around and search for hidden Pokemon and the items necessary to catch them, you can sightsee in port before or after your cruise while still becoming "the very best, like no one ever was."

This Guy Earned 1 Million Airline Miles With Chocolate Pudding

If there’s anyone who knows how to hack a travel deal, it’s David Philipps. In 1999, the civil engineer from California catapulted into fame after he earned a whopping 1.2 million airline miles by taking advantage of a Healthy Choice mail-in promotion by purchasing a ridiculous amount of pudding

British bolthole review: Kedleston Country House, Derby

An elegant refurbishment has brought this gorgeous, historic hotel back to life but more work is needed - on its far from fabulous menu

11 Coolest Underwater Hotels in the World

From Dubai to Sweden, these hotels (and hotel bars, spas, and restaurants) take sleeping with the fishes to a whole new below-sea level. Prepared to be wowed by deep blue and bright turquoise waters—all visible while you stay dry and comfortable

This Hotel Is Offering Camping in the Middle of Manhattan

Camping and Manhattan are two words you don't typically find in the same sentence. But the folks over at W New York have created a one-of-a-kind glamping experience in the middle of the Big Apple

Where Pokémon Should Not Go

Are there places where Pokémon should not be allowed to tread? The digital creatures, which appear overlaid on the real world as part of the hit smartphone game Pokémon Go, have been reported at the former concentration camp Auschwitz in Poland, the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington D.C. and the National September 11 Memorial in New York, provoking frustrated responses from the representatives of some of the sites

And the world's new No.1 airline for 2016 is...

Emirates airline was tabbed as the world's best airline in 2016, according to the annual World Airline Awards published by Skytrax. Emirates’ title came as last year's winner – Qatar Airways – dropped to second place in the ratings, awarded at a Tuesday ceremony on the grounds of the Farnborough Airshow. Virgin America was the top ranked U.S. carrier, placing 25th overall in the global rankings

In often-pricey Vegas, magicians Penn amp Teller continue a free tradition

Getting up close and personal with Las Vegas headliners can get pricey, with one big exception: Penn amp Teller. Greeting their fans, for free, after their shows is something they’ve been doing for more than four decades

Marbella offers paradise under a coastal Spanish sky

It may be a playground for the pampered rich, but even babies are welcome in this timeless landscape of sparkling, sunlit sea, fragrant gardens and fabulous food

BampB review: Eben House, Provincetown, Cape Cod

Captain Eben Snow stares out, the slightest flicker of a smirk in the corners of his mouth. Perhaps it’s amusement at the frilly parasol he’s holding, which seems a little at odds with his 18th-century seaman’s get-up. But then, I’ve also spotted him wearing bejewelled earrings and a full face of makeup, so maybe he’s not quite as straight-laced as one might expect

The 'world's most luxurious ship', Seven Seas Explorer, in pictures

Luxury cruise firm Regent Seven Seas are all set to launch their biggest and best ship to date: the sumptuous Seven Seas Explorer. Here's a glimpse at what to expect from the latest big thing in cruising

Low Water Levels Affecting Elbe River Cruises

Limited rainfall in central Europe has caused low water levels on the Elbe River, affecting some river cruises sailing those itineraries. When river boats can't sail, the cruise lines deal with the issue in a variety of ways. Some companies use the ships as floating hotels and bus passengers for some of the trip. Others put passengers up in hotels on land, or arrange "ship swaps," where passengers do part of the itinerary on one vessel and switch to another further upstream of downstream

10 Incredible Mansions You Can Rent For Less Than $100 A Night

You don’t have to own a beachfront palace to vacation in one. The trick is to round up a bunch of friends/family/in-laws that are willing (and able) to divvy up the tab. Here, ten gorgeous options to add to your getaway short list. Let the group emailing begin

Robot staff and emoji menus: how hospitality went hi-tech

Technology is shaking up the industry, with artificial intelligence increasingly being used to enhance the customer experience and make businesses smarter

6 cool cruises for comic book nerds and Comic-Con fans

Whether you love superheros, villians, outer space or post-apocalyptic Earth-- these comic-themed cruises have got you covered

Shenandoah: The hemlock's last stand

With the iconic hemlock tree approaching extinction in many Eastern forests, Shenandoah National Park is trying to save the last of its Redwoods of the East

How to Save Money on a Last-Minute Summer Getaway

Looking to book a last-minute summer getaway without breaking the bank? A new study out of Hotwire HQ analyzed all their summer booking data—in cities including London, New York, Seattle, Anaheim, and Denver—and found that the most affordable time to travel this season will be the last two weeks of August. For later-summer trips, mid-September queries also showed dips in average hotel rates in major American cities—and there are still even Labor Day deals to be had, with plenty of three- to five-star rooms available for under $70 a night in cities such as Phoenix, Orlando, Dallas, Washington, D.C., Charlotte, New Orleans, and Tampa

Olympic Athlete Learns the Hard Way That Checked Bags Are Not for Priceless Valuables

Olympic steeplechase competitor Emma Coburn was stunned to find her broken medal after she placed it in her checked baggage

The 10 hottest places in Asia you need to make a beeline for now

You might think you’ve “done” Asia, but once you take a look at this new Lonely Planet list, you’ll be ready to plan another adventure. While you might have skied Hokkaido (No. 1) or seen Shanghai (No. 1), there’s some destinations on the list you’ve likely never even heard of

When (and why) do you need a travel agent?

In this age of DIY travel planning, does it make sense to work with a travel agent? The answer is increasingly yes

How (and How Often) Airplane Bathrooms Are Cleaned

Most seasoned travelers know the seats closest to the bathrooms should be avoided if at all possible. And while self-cleaning plane bathrooms may be in our future, for now, the tried and true manual cleaning methods are still necessary

New Yorkers Crowd the Streets to Get a Shot of the Year's Last Manhattanhenge

Manhattanhenge, when the sun aligns with the Manhattan's urban grid, isn't extremely rare, but it's rare enough to make it feel special — and to make it extremely popular with citydwellers looking for the perfect sunset pic

A great lake vacation along Michigan's harbor towns

Lots of Chicagoans flock to the shores of Southwest Michigan in the summer. Capt. Rich Greenwood says he's always amazed at how many of them skip the best part of a lake vacation: that is, getting out on the lake, in a boat

Jerry Lewis, Leslie Caron, Mitzi Gaynor headline this year's TCM Classic Cruise

The names on the marquee at sea are in for the annual TCM Classic Cruise. The sixth sailing of the celebration of classic movies always brings out a spate of cinematic heavyweights from Hollywood's golden years and this year is no different. Coming on board for the Nov. 12-19 sailing aboard Disney Fantasy will be Leslie Caron, Mitzi Gaynor, Jerry Lewis and Kim Novak

Middle East countries warn citizens on U.S. travel amid protests, CBS says

The United Arab Emirates and the island kingdom of Bahrain cautioned its citizens Saturday (July 9) to avoid areas in the U.S. where protests over police shootings are happening, according to a report from CBS News

World’s best airport restaurant awarded to I Love Paris by Guy Martin

Singapore’s Changi Airport may be the world’s best airport, and Dubai International Airport the world’s busiest but leave it to the French to make sure you’re well fed. France’s Paris-Charles de Gaulle airport has taken the title as having the world’s finest airport restaurant

Ronaldo themed hotel opens in Portugal

The timing could not be more perfect for the launch of the Pestana CR7 hotel range. Within days of the brand's first property opening, its figurehead, Cristiano Ronaldo led his country to its historic ultimate victory in Euro 2016

Rugged, remote, otherworldly Utah

Sure, you can go on a week's safari in Africa or spend seven days cycling in New Zealand, but one of the world's most spectacular spots is closer than you think

Module plane design concept could end airport gridlock forever | Fox News

The idea, from Switzerland's Federal Polytechnic Institute, calls for airplanes to have separate, interchangeable elements that can be mixed and matched as needed

Alt city guide to Edinburgh

The Edinburgh festival may dominate the headlines every summer, but all year round there's a tight-knit local scene of off-beam music, grassroots art and theatre, and a stupidly good range of affordable grub and booze

New Details Of Disney's 'Star Wars' Land Revealed

Disneyland has unveiled new concept art showing off more details about the most anticipated park project in the galaxy: the “Star Wars” themed land currently under construction in Anaheim. The image above was released online on Monday and posted on the fence near the construction zone

Crystal's First River Ship, Crystal Mozart, Christened in Vienna

Crystal River Cruises christened its first riverboat, Crystal Mozart, with a successful smash of a champagne bottle this afternoon on a hot, sunny day in Vienna. The naming ceremony marks the entry of luxury cruise operator, Crystal Cruises, into the river cruise market

More hotels offer discounts for booking directly

Hotel companies are aggressively battling for online booking by offering their most loyal customers discounted rates for reserving directly with them. On July 20, Choice Hotels International will introduce a members-only discounted rate of up to 7% on ChoiceHotels.com and the company’s mobile app. All 27 million Choice Privileges members are eligible

For Hotel Spas and Excursions, Moonlight Feels Right

While hotels have long offered daytime activities to introduce guests to local experiences, a number of properties are now staying up much later. Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco in Tuscany has moonlight horseback rides, with the option to stop at an osteria or farmhouse for Tuscan delicacies (about $210 per person with a guide, including dinner)

First look: The mind-blowing suites on Regent's new cruise ship

Just how over-the-top are the suites on luxury line Regent's soon-to-be-christened Seven Seas Explorer? See for yourself with a scroll through the carousel above. USA TODAY this week is among a handful of news outlets getting early access to the vessel's accommodations, and we're posting our first photos here and at our Twitter page and Facebook page

Video: Can two men pitch one gigantic, glamorous camping yurt?

What does it take to put the glam in glamping? Watch The Globe's Dave McGinn and Cliff Lee tackle one of Lotus Belle's deluxe luxury tents in a Toronto park

10 of Britain's best hotels for walking

Lake, river, mountain, valley, hill, dale, weald, wold, marsh and shore… Britain is an endlessly varied and beautiful country, best explored on foot. And what nicer than to return from a day out rambling to a comfortable hotel? Here, The Good Hotel Guide recommends 10 of its favourites

Foodie Porto

In Casa Leandro – a tasca (tavern) tucked away in the cobble-stoned Rua de Tras, in the heart of Porto – a patron about to pay for his bolinhos de bacalhau (codfish pastries) and Super Bock beer mutters that he has left his wallet at home. The owner-matron Fatima frowns and waves him away, her arms jiggling like the jellied custard in a pastel de nata (egg tart)

Oceania Cruises Close to Cuba Approval

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings is close to getting permission to sail to Cuba, the company's president and CEO says

World's Only Flying Eye Hospital Provides Eye Care To Those In Need

The nonprofit Orbis International is using an unconventional method to deliver eye care ― a rehabbed cargo plane. The Flying Eye Hospital, a program that’s been in place since the 1970s, is a fully equipped medical facility that travels to developing countries, where it both offers vision services to patients and trains local medical practitioners

10 of the best urban beaches and city riversides in Europe

From London to Warsaw, sand is being placed along rivers, reggae is pumping from cool cocktail bars, there's beach volleyball and plenty of places for a swim

Delta plane mistakenly lands at military airbase

A Delta Air Lines jetliner with 130 passengers on board landed at the wrong airport in South Dakota Thursday evening, said a spokesman for the National Transportation Safety Board, which is investigating the incident

Multi-Billion Dollar Muslim Theme Park Is No Tourism Mecca

The attraction boasts buildings that resemble the Taj Mahal and Istanbul's Blue Mosque, although these days it is a massive construction site

The schooner, the better: Ladona brings luxury to the Maine windjammer experience

“With most vacations, you’re checking off the boxes, your to-do list of experiences. Here, we have wild cards, like the weather, so you don’t know how things will unfold,” says captain J. R. Braugh of the schooner Ladona. “That’s what makes it an adventure.”

Rental Car Secrets You Need Before Your Next Road Trip

It's the summer of the Great American Road Trip, with gas prices at an 11-year low and some 36 million Americans taking advantage of it, says AAA. Those highways sound crowded, so we wanted to make this week's Travelogue podcast useful, especially if you're rolling out in a car that's not your own this season

Stockholm, the capital of charm and chich

Stockholm is the most attractive and cosmopolitan of Scandinavia’s capitals – and the same is true of its urbane yet fun-loving inhabitants. Their historic city is spread over 14 interconnected islands between Lake Malaren and the Baltic Sea and is home to a gorgeous Old Town, dozens of stately parks, world-famous design and as much Nordic chic and worldly charm as you can handle

Why you should visit Palestine

They call it "the house of dignity". From the outside, however, the Bait al Karama headquarters looks like any other building in the Old City of Nablus, this 2000-year-old Palestinian settlement of stone houses and narrow, bustling alleyways

36 Hours in Helsinki, Finland

Four years ago, Helsinki basked in the international spotlight as the 2012 World Design Capital. Since then, the Finnish capital has quietly continued its pursuit of excellence in design, contemporary arts and urban planning. Construction cranes are active across the city, but the long-term vision has already started paying dividends: a renewed waterfront, renovated museums and revived industrial spaces

First look: Inside the 'most luxurious cruise ship ever'

Just how swanky is luxury line Regent's new Seven Seas Explorer? See for yourself with a scroll through the carousel above. USA TODAY this week is among a handful of news outlets getting early access to the soon-to-be-christened, 750-passenger vessel, and we're posting our first photos here and at our Twitter page and Facebook page

Planned power cut at Death Valley on Saturday means no escaping 116-degree heat

If you’re going to Death Valley National Park on Saturday, be prepared to sweat big-time. The park will be without power from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. — meaning you may be facing triple-digit heat without the benefit of air-conditioning at visitor centers and resorts. The temperature is forecast to reach 116 degrees during the planned 12-hour power outage Saturday that’s needed to repair damaged power lines, according to a park statement

Explore Greece's beauty in these often-overlooked regions

As anyone who has been to Santorini or Mykonos in the high season knows, strolling the overcrowded lanes can feel like negotiating a stampede at a soccer stadium. Those islands are indeed beautiful, but these lesser-known regions are just as alluring

48 Hours in Biarritz

Travel essentials Why go now? With British Airways re-starting flights from Heathrow this summer, the biggest resort in south-west France is easier than ever to reach. Biarritz has its origins as a fishing port, but in the past couple of centuries it has acquired plenty of style while welcoming the rich and glamorous from France and beyond

How to beat the falling pound: 50 simple ways to save money on your holiday

The economy may be on the brink of turning, but most of us are still working to a tight holiday budget. Nick Trend offers advice on making it go as far as possible

PampO Cruises Confirms 2017 Strictly Come Dancing Cruise Dates

PampO Cruises has announced dates for its Strictly Come Dancing-themed cruises in 2017. The line has confirmed four cruises next year -- three in the Mediterranean and one in the Baltic -- on three ships -- Azura, Ventura and Britannia. Each cruise will include a guest judge and four of the BBC show's professional dancers, and will include the opportunity to meet them and even learn a few moves

The World's Best Hotel Has An Ultra-Fancy Treehouse

Ooh, heaven is a place on earth ― and it’s in Indonesia. Travel Leisure released its highly anticipated annual “World’s Best” awards Wednesday and thus, a slew of new vacation dreams was born. It turns out no other place in the mag’s 100 Best Hotels In The World is quite so decadent as the wanderlust-inducing paradise that nabbed its number one spot: Nihiwatu, this year’s “best hotel in the world,” is a sprawling resort on the beautiful Indonesian island of Sumba

Thomas Cook repackaged: tour firm opens its first boutique resort in Rhodes

Out with the tour reps and in with the ‘guest experience manager’… the package holiday giant is targeting a new generation with the launch of its first boutique hotel on the island of Rhodes

Hiking to Britain's most remote pub — without a map

Before the invention of instruments, humans relied on natural navigation – a technique that uses the sun, moon, stars, wind, weather, plants and animals to provide orientation

Teen's parents file $10M suit against American Airlines, suspect over inappropriate touching

The lawyer for a 13-year-old girl who told police she was groped on a flight to Portland, Oregon, seeks $10 million in a federal lawsuit against American Airlines and the passenger accused of the crime

Hiking through a Hawaiian lava tube

Picture a volcano spewing a river of molten lava burning so hot that it burrows its way through the Earth, moving so fast that a human couldn't outrun it

How to Fly First-Class for Under $1,000

You know that Emirates commercial where Jennifer Aniston wakes up in a bed on a plane, decides to take a shower during the flight, and then winds up sitting at a spacious bar in the cabin sipping some bubbly? Believe it or not, without a hit syndicated TV show and the bank account that comes with it, you can live all that glory, too—without the hefty price tag. These one-way routes are all about first-class luxury, and even though the flights may be somewhat short, there are hours in airport lounges to look forward to before you board

5 Health Insurance Tips for Overseas Travelers

No one wants to think about mid-vacation health scares. But emergencies happen, and your regular insurance may not cover your care overseas. To avoid any expensive surprises, lay the groundwork before you board a plane

The Cape's first hotel beach bar opens at Ocean Edge

When Ocean Edge Resort announced the opening of "the only true hotel beach bar on Cape Cod" this past weekend, our first reaction was that this was an assertion that needed to be thoroughly researched

The Most Unusual Hotel Rooms in the World

We've covered some pretty over-the-top hotels in our time, and we've learned that space pod suites in the middle of a vineyard and floating hotel rooms in Dubai can be just as luxurious and beautiful as a traditional hotel. When you want an experience beyond cable TV and a warm shower, head to one of these one-of-a-kind rooms

Travel Startup Offers Vacations to Surprise Destinations

here's already an airline that will fly you to a surprise destination. Now there's a travel agency offering “surprise vacations,” planning entire trips for travelers without revealing the destination until they arrive at the airport. Pack Up Go, founded by Lillian Rafson, focuses on long-weekend itineraries to domestic destinations in the U.S

How to make money on your next road trip

Marc Gorlin was sitting in his truck in Montgomery, Ala., needing to get bathroom tile from Birmingham to the Florida Panhandle, when he was struck with a realization: Dozens, if not hundreds, of people would just so happen to be making that trip in the coming days or weeks

The most amazing pet holiday yet? Take a look at Queen Mary 2’s new-look cabins and kennels

Dogs sailing on the Queen Mary 2 are getting the royal treatment. The ship has just undergone $132 million in renovations that include new accommodations for two-legged as well as four-legged passengers

Meet Roger, the ripped kangaroo

An absolute giant of a man approaches, kitted out like he's about to go on safari, and carrying two satchels around his shoulders. And inside those satchels are Hope and Patrick

As Global Warming Thaws Northwest Passage, a Cruise Sees Opportunity

Sue and Jay Pendleton were booked on an Antarctic trip when something more enticing came along: a luxury cruise through the once impassable Northwest Passage. They canceled their plans and paid $90,000 for the Crystal Serenity’s voyage above the North American continent

TSA takes to Facebook Messenger to answer fliers' questions

Wondering what hours the Transportation Security Administration’s PreCheck lanes are staffed at your local airport? Or whether you can bring an obscure item through airport security? You can now get the answers to those questions and many more by asking the TSA directly through Facebook’s Messenger function

Top Hawaii suites you won't find online. Here's how you can book one

Want to splurge on your next trip to Hawaii? You can snag a presidential or penthouse suite at eight Aqua-Aston Hospitality resorts, but be prepared to pick up your phone to make a booking. The penthouses can be reserved only by calling the company’s new Hawaii-based reservations center, according to a spokesman. It’s open 24/7

Happy campers: This season's best tents for your summer trip

If the thought of singing Kumbaya and burning s’mores around the fire make you yearn for the days of summer camp, there’s no reason you can’t recreate some of that magic, starting with a spot to spend the night. There are as many different tents on the market as their are kinds of campers, so last week, with the help of my children, ages 4 and 6, I turned my backyard into a campground to test a range of variations suitable for everyone – from serious solo trippers to drive-in-campsite types with kids in tow

The 19 countries with the highest standard of life

The countries with the highest quality of life have been announced by the not-for-profit organisation Social Progress Imperative. Scandinavian nations scored highly in the "Social Progress Index," but more surprising are the very large countries which came lower down the list — suggesting that a strong GDP per capita is not the only gauge for a high standard of living. Despite this, all of the top 19 countries are developed nations — so having a strong economy clear has an impact. The "Social Progress Index" collates the scores of three main indexes:

A traditional village stay in Ethiopia's Simien Mountains

Selam, an assistant guide who doubled as chief cook, set a plate in front of me, a mountain of spaghetti topped with what would prove to be a delicious tomato sauce. I started to tell her that even after our six-hour walk it was much more than I needed, but she didn’t understand, and I didn’t want to offend her. So I lifted my fork and spoon and ate the lot. I didn’t want to waste food, not in Ethiopia

Crystal Reveals Details of Four New River Ships

Crystal River Cruises has revealed more details about the amenities and design of its four new river ships, launching in spring and summer 2017

Why I love being a pilot

Jet lag is part of my job as a long-haul airline pilot for British Airways. It’s something you can’t avoid but that you quickly learn to cope with: I recommend eating lighter meals, exercising – outdoors if possible – and going easy on the espresso

Checking In at Trump Hotels

If you were an alien and had just beamed down to Doral, Fla., the gold letters on a Spanish Revival-style building amid 800 acres of golf courses would leave no doubt as to who owns the resort: TRUMP

Will this TSA checkpoint test cut wait times at American's hubs?

American Airlines is teaming up with the Transportation Security Administration in the latest effort to alleviate long wait times at airport security checkpoints. The test program could lessen wait times at several of American’s hubs

The Sicilian secret known to Plato and Churchill: the food and scenery of Syracuse

Back when Plato was philosophizing about virtue and Archimedes was defining pi, the most beautiful corner of the sprawling Greek Empire was Syracuse. That is Syracuse of Sicily, not upstate New York. How a city in a North American icebox could be named after a beautiful, sun-splashed town on the Ionian Sea would have baffled Plato himself

How to make the most of a weekend spa getaway

Weekend getaways can go one of two ways. At their best, they’re a chance to recharge from the work week without dipping into vacation days, to make you feel like you’ve really made the most of your two precious days off rather than whiled them away on chores and Netflix

48 Hours in Montpellier

This south-western French city has a charming medieval centre just 10km from the Mediterranean shoreline

Top 10: the best hotels in Manhattan

An insider's guide to the top hotels in Manhattan — from five-star icons to stylish boutiques and budget accommodation — including the best Manhattan hotels for spas, indoor swimming pools, Michelin-starred restaurants and rooms with Central Park views, in neighbourhoods including the Upper East Side, Lower Manhattan, Tribeca, Broadway and the West Village

Norwegian Cruise Line Bans Carry-On Water and Soda

As of July 15, Norwegian Cruise Line passengers may no longer bring bottled water or soda -- either bottled or in cans -- on their cruise ship. The line claims the policy will help speed up the embarkation process

Stunning Time-Lapse Video Captures The Magic Of Walt Disney World

t’s Walt Disney World as you’ve never seen it before. Filmmaker Anthony Cortese of Silver Pin Studios has captured Disney’s four theme parks in central Florida in high-definition time-lapse video with scenes made even more dramatic with a little help from nature

Japan’s okonomiyaki – pancakes served as you like them

Batter and cabbage are the basic ingredients for the street snack that spread from Hiroshima. Then you can add whatever takes your fancy

Inside the Black Swan: The world's most elegant superyacht

As the name suggests, superyachts are meant to garner attention. From Zaha Hadid’s stunningly crafted ships to vessels featuring waterfalls, these massive floating crafts are becoming ever more exquisite in design. And the latest concept superyacht, by designer Timur Bozca, is no exception. Dubbed The Black Swan for its black exterior and graceful aesthetic, the striking structure is proof of the power of simplicity

Post-Brexit, Things Could Change For U.K. Sports, Pets And Duty-Free Booze

Amid all the macro-level questions about the effects of Britain's decision to leave the European Union — its broad economic and political repercussions — the Brexit will be felt in small, practical, everyday terms as well. Although it's impossible to predict exactly how things will play out, here are a few of the possible ways Britons may experience repercussions of the Brexit

The 13 coolest cities you've never been to

Steer clear of the tourist hordes with a visit to one of these little-known but worthy destinations

Five secrets to get the best seat on the plane

Let’s face it. No one wants to be stuck in the middle seat, in the middle row, or near the toilets. From getting a bit of extra legroom to sitting far away from crying babies, here are five handy tips from finder.com.au that can help make your next flight a lot more comfortable

U.A.E. Warns Its Citizens Against Wearing Traditional Garb While Traveling

The request comes after Ahmed al-Menhali, a U.A.E. national, was mistaken for a terrorist after speaking Arabic on the phone at an Ohio hotel. The U.S. State Department has issued and updated a number of travel warnings and alerts to its citizens over the past year—including in Turkey and all of Europe—in the wake of terrorist attacks. Now, the government of the United Arab Emirates has issued its own travel warning to its citizens, but it's not about avoiding crowds or staying away from certain tourist attractions—instead, it's about what not to wear. An Emirati tourist was detained at gunpoint in Avon, Ohio, after a hotel clerk thought he was an Islamist terrorist, and the U.A.E.'s government has since warned its citizens on Sunday against wearing the traditional white robe (dishdasha) and headdress (keffiyeh) while traveling, in order to "to ensure their safety"

A Wine of One’s Own? They’ll Drink to That

The French region of Bordeaux is the sacred home of Château Lafite Rothschild and Château Margaux, so it would seem unlikely that wines named Duke of Juice or Bone Ami would come from there. But some winemakers insist on it. And they are entitled, because they pay $12,500 to $25,000 a barrel or $44 to $87 a bottle to create personalized Bordeaux wine and labels

Summer in gear: Stuff you need for easing your way on down the road

With summer travel in full swing, you may be in need of summer gear. But it has to earn its keep. You can make your leisure easier with travel products and accessories designed to bring more fun and function to your travels. Here are a few of our favorite things

To reach Machu Picchu, I chose the (luxurious) road less travelled

Each year thousands of hikers, dogged by mosquitoes and altitude sickness, make the four-day trek to this Incan wonder of the world. Jeremy Freed sought a more civilized route to the summit

I work in room service at a 5-star hotel — these are the biggest things I wish guests wouldn't do

I've been working in the room-service department of a five-star hotel for six months. Actually, it's a five-red-star hotel: The red part is a special distinction awarded by AA Hotel Services (an organization specific to the UK, which is where this hotel is located) that means we go above and beyond normal five-star hotel requirements

A unique perspective on London - from a luxury narrowboat

Cruising through a city by river lends a new perspective. From a small boat low in the water, gleaming towers seem taller. Rather than being anonymous amid its streets, you are gliding along a sparkling waterway, welcomed by strangers waving from bridges. Sailing beneath the central arch of Tower Bridge is an unforgettable way to enter London

UPDATED: Fire on Fred Olsen's Black Watch; Cruise Passengers to Return to U.K by Private Aircraft

Almost 700 passengers will be returned to the U.K on a charter flight after a fire on Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines' Black Watch in Europe

Theme Park Adds Special Features For Kids With Sensory

For children with an autism spectrum disorder, theme parks may not always feel like a fairytale. Instead, a visit may seem more like challenge courses filled with lights, sounds and debilitating sensory overload. But some theme parks are helping all children have a comfortable and enjoyable experience. Dolly Parton’s Dollywood, in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, has a new “calming room” to give kids with an autism spectrum disorder a place to regroup when they feel overstimulated

20 of the best holiday cottages and cabins in Norway, Sweden, Iceland and Denmark

Hidden under turf and grass, Kolarbyn’s charcoal huts, 30 miles from the city of Västerås, scream fairytale. They forgo electricity or running water in favour of old-fashioned pleasures: you drift off in front of a log fire and awake to birdsong. Beds are inflatable mattresses with sheepskin rugs, and guests chop their own wood and pick their own blueberries. Guided activity options in the surrounding spruce forest include overnight beaver safaris

Weird foods only a local could love

From mite-infested cheese to red-ant chutney, these out-there foods might make some people squirm

El Al flight lands safely in Israel after bomb threat

An El Al flight from New York that was escorted by military jets in Europe following a bomb threat has landed safely in Israel. El Al President David Maimon says Flight 002 from John F. Kennedy airport touched down on midday Tuesday. The airline previously said an anonymous tip was received regarding a potential bomb threat. France and Switzerland deployed military jets as escorts

Fly on North Korea's rarest Russian airliners

An aviation enthusiast describes his amazing, scary and odd trip to North Korea to fly on the world's last surviving Russian airliners like the Ilyushin Il-18

Airline Issues Alert for Ex-Guantanamo Bay Detainee

A South American airline is asking its employees to be on the lookout for a former Guantanamo Bay detainee

Looking for the good life in Barbados

You could visit Barbados on a budget, but you would be missing out on the glossy Euro-Caribbean scene that makes Barbados distinctive from its island neighbors

Americans Are Spending Less Time, More Money on Vacation

Spending is up more than ten percent, but only a third of Americans are confident they'll take days off at all

This Hotel Has a Resident Dog, and You Can Take Them Home With You

Plenty of hotels have adorable pet mascots: There’s Monti the beagle, CEO (that's Canine Executive Officer) at The Jefferson in Washington, D.C., and chic Burmese kitties Fa-Raon and Kléopatre at Paris’ Le Bristol. But at one hotel in Rancho Mirage, California, you don’t have to say farewell to the resident pup when you check out. You can take him or her home to be your forever pet. A partnership between Westin Mission Hills Golf Resort

36 Hours in Cleveland

Whatever the fallout from the forthcoming Republican National Convention, Cleveland, with its booming food scene and revitalized downtown, is camera ready

The Weekend Escape: 'Yurting' on the Oregon coast

My husband and I wanted to try something different for a getaway recently, so we stayed in a yurt on the Oregon coast just steps from the beach. We have fond memories of “yurting” the coast many years ago, kids and dogs in tow, enjoying outdoor activities at each stop. This time we tried a new place, Cape Lookout State Park, just west of Tillamook and were delighted with the sandy beaches, show-stopping views, a lighthouse, great hikes, good food and a clean, comfortable yurt. The tab: $96 for two nights in the yurt, $77 for breakfast both mornings, and $55 for groceries and firewood to use at the campground

The perfect yoga routine to do before your flight

Doing yoga before your flight is a great way to prepare your body for the hours ahead

The gay conundrum: Does this destination deserve my money?

“Every person who has carnal intercourse against the order of nature with any person … shall be liable to imprisonment for 10 years.” This is a quote from the Belize criminal code, one of the first things you read when you Google “LGBTQ rights in Belize.”

Explore Georgia O'Keeffe's world: from New Mexico to New York

This summer, the “Mother of American Modernism” gets her moment in the spotlight as London’s Tate Modern features American artist Georgia O’Keeffe from 6 July-30 October (tate.org.uk; £19)

27 reasons to keep visiting Europe in 2016

Whichever way you voted, Europe will always be a favourite holiday destination. Chris Leadbeater finds plenty to tempt travellers to the EU member states in 2016

Anthem of the Seas Cruise Ship Returns to Port After Pool Accident

Royal Caribbean's Anthem of the Seas was forced to return to port just hours into a cruise after a boy, 8, was found unconscious in one of the pools. The boy was treated by the ship's medical team after an accident in one of the ship's swimming pools, but required additional medical attention, according to Royal Caribbean

This Magical App Lets You Skip Through Airport Customs For Free

We all know the line at airport customs can be painfully long. And most travelers know they can skip the line by enrolling in the Global Entry program for a $100 application fee. But most of us weren’t told that there’s an app that lets travelers skip the line FOR FREE

The Faroe Islands: the natural home of Nordic cuisine

Chefs in the Faroes are masters of creating magic from what they have on the doorstep, though the fermented mutton can be an acquired taste, says food stylist Mette Helbaek

Airlines Are Offering Big Sales for the Fourth of July

Starting Friday, Emirates is offering steep discounts on many of their international destinations to help you celebrate the Fourth of July. You can take a round-trip Economy Class flight from New York City to Milan for $514, or a luxurious Business Class flight to India for $3,549 (a relative bargain). Emirates’ business class experience includes chauffeured car service to and from the airport, access to the airport lounge spa, and Bulgari amenities to freshen up before you bed down in your lie-flat seat. Other destinations on sale include Bangkok, Cape Town, and Mauritius

Hollywood's New Favorite Travel Accessory Is the Ishu 'Privacy Scarf'

Constantly dodging paparazzi as they clamor and claw to take your picture? Neither are we. But that doesn’t mean we're any less intrigued by the new "anti-flash" Ishu scarf, quickly becoming a piece of must-have celebrity apparel on par with a Birkin. It's not just about style: The two-toned geometric-patterned "privacy scarf," invented by 28-year-old entrepreneur Saif Siddiqui, is made up of special light-reflecting crystals that bounces back a flash at the offending camera, rendering pictures dark, grainy, and useless. (It also works with video camera lights.) So far, celebrities from A- to-C-list (Cameron Diaz, Paris Hilton, Jeremy Piven, two of three Jonas brothers) have been buying up the scarves and draping them around their famous necks and shoulders to ward off unwanted pictures

Five tents you’ll want to stay in

Think you hate camping? Think again. These top-notch tents around the world are enough to convince even the most dedicated five-star dwellers of the joys of a night (or more) under canvas

Tokyo's first hotel skyscraper

Tokyo's first hotel skyscraper is on the precipice of being as many years old as it is storeys high. Although no longer a visually striking structure in the vertically unchallenged urban landscape of Shinjuku, the 47-level Keio Plaza Hotel now stands out within one of the city's main administrative and commercial areas by offering guests intimate insights and hands-on experiences of traditional Japanese culture

Royal Caribbean to build new terminal, bring Oasis-class ship to Miami

Royal Caribbean plans to spread the love with the world's largest cruise ships as it announced a plan to build a new terminal in Miami. "We are truly excited to be working with Miami-Dade County and PortMiami to create not just another cruise terminal, but a truly iconic building," said Richard D. Fain, chairman and CEO for Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. "This new terminal is a symbol of our commitment to Miami, the city where our company first started almost 50 years ago. We can’t wait to bring an Oasis-class ship to PortMiami."

Traveling to Turkey? What Tourists Should Know

A suicide attack Tuesday night at Istanbul Ataturk Airport killed dozens of people and wounded more than 200. Here’s what travelers should know about the terrorist threat in Turkey, including updates on flights and areas to avoid

More cruise lines cancel Istanbul calls in wake of attack

Several cruise lines including Celebrity and Windstar on Wednesday canceled ship visits to Istanbul for the rest of the year, citing Tuesday's terrorist attack at the city's Ataturk Airport

On Kauai, they keep 'em down on the farm by serving dinner there

Plenty of restaurants feature "farm to table" menus, but actually taking guests to the farm for dinner? That's the twist one Kauai resort is offering

Renting a beach house? Here's a list of some less obvious items to bring along

My husband and I have vacationed at the beach in Rehoboth, Del., with our dogs for many years. We always stayed at a pet-friendly inn, except for one weekend at a condo. Nobody told us to bring our own bedsheets and towels, though, so an emergency shopping trip was needed before we could go to sleep

Set sail on an island-hopping cruise

On a round Britain cruise I had been looking forward to the day of scenic cruising in the Hebrides, but when the day came I was disappointed. Encountering the Norwegian captain relaxing on deck (while his staff captain navigated the Minch) I pointed to the island we were passing slowly on the port side and asked him its name

15 unusual holiday destinations where the terror risk is low

The threat of terrorism is rated "high" in more than 30 countries around the world, according to the Foreign Office, with summer holiday favourites such as Spain and France given the same rating as Libya, Pakistan and Somalia. Here are 15 "low" risk destinations that might surprise you

Thomson Cruises Unveils Spanish Homeports for TUI Discovery 2

Thomson Cruises today announced that its latest ship TUI Discovery 2 -- currently sailing as Royal Caribbean's Legend of the Seas -- will homeport in Malaga, Spain

11 Photos That Prove Japan Is The Most Beautiful Place On Earth

Hidenobu Suzuki knows Japan like the back of his hand. This spring, the Toyohashi-based photographer shot some stunning photos of cherry blossoms in his home country. And now that it’s rainy season, he’s back outdoors to capture more Japanese scenery. (Spoiler alert: It’s still stunning.) Check out Suzuki’s romantic and gorgeous images, which prove that Japan’s hidden corners are just about the dreamiest places you can be

Disney subtly removes gator references from its parks | Fox News

Disney, in the wake of this month's deadly alligator attack at one of its Florida resorts, is quickly removing gator references — even cartoon depictions — from park shows and displays, according to published reports

9 of America's best beer gardens

It's the 500th anniversary of the German Beer Purity law, and we're celebrating at these thirst-quenching U.S. beer gardens

How to Choose the Right Airline for You

What's good for a tall frequent flyer may not work for a family traveling with Fido. We all have our own reasons for choosing airlines—price, seat pitch, loyalty programs, or even food can be dealbreakers (or dealmakers). But some airlines are just better than others when it comes to catering to our business, height, and family needs. Find the airline that fits your needs best with our guides to the best airlines for each of your trips, whether you're working at 10,000 feet or just trying to keep all the kids calm

U.S. Border Security Wants Travelers

Millions of travelers entering the U.S. may soon be asked to list which social networks they use and their “social media identifier”—that’s bureaucrat-ese for username — according to a proposal submitted to the Federal Registrar by Customs and Border Protection last week

Inside the Sheraton Melbourne’s new $7000 a night hotel suite

Thinking about splurging on your next holiday? This might be the hotel suite for you. The Sheraton Melbourne has unveiled Australia’s latest luxury hotel suite - a $7000 a night penthouse. Sitting on the 31st floor with sweeping views of Melbourne’s city skyline, The Penthouse overlooks Victoria’s State Parliament and the MCG

The 20 most annoying things about travel (and how to avoid them)

Does familiarity breed content, or contempt? That's not places I'm talking about, it's the background business of flights, hotels and hire cars that goes into getting us there

Hotels That Help You Fight Jet Lag

“It’s annoying to be in a great destination and not enjoy it because your body isn’t adjusted to the current time,” said Michael Holtz, the founder of the New York City travel consultancy SmartFlyer, who makes more than two dozen international trips a year

Walt Disney World: New attractions in all four parks this summer

Is a trip to Disney World on tap this summer? You'll want to revisit old standbys such as Space Mountain and the Tower of Terror of course. But there will be plenty of new features to discover as well. Let's run down what the Mouse has debuted this year at the massive Florida resort

'Brexit' vote means travelers to Britain may get more for their money

Britain on sale? With the “Brexit” vote to leave the European Union, Britain saw the pound slide against the dollar on Friday. Although a trip to, say, London is not as inexpensive as visiting many developing nations, the currency shift may mean your get more for your money, at least in the short term

What effect will Istanbul airport attack have on travellers?

By far the biggest airline at Istanbul is Turkish Airlines, which has flights from Heathrow, Gatwick, Birmingham, Manchester and Edinburgh. It has seven flights scheduled to London alone on Wednesday: four to Heathrow and three to Gatwick. It re-started operations early on Wednesday morning. The first flight of the day from Istanbul to Heathrow was cancelled, as were the two flights from Gatwick to Istanbul Ataturk. But all other Turkish Airlines flights to and from the UK on Wednesday are shown as operating normally

Why the Seychelles are the most beautiful islands on Earth

There aren’t many places on Earth where hawksbill turtles feel so unthreatened that they come ashore in broad daylight to lay their eggs. The Seychelles is one place where they do. There she was: a turtle scooping a hole in the sand, then entering the trance that accompanies the egg-laying process. Her carapace swayed as lychee-like ova plopped into the hollow

Costa Cruises Announces New Perks and Exclusive Spaces for Suite Passengers

Costa Cruises is expanding its suite perks, giving passengers who book in its more expensive accommodations complimentary meals in specialty restaurants, all-inclusive beverage packages, exclusive access to ship events and more

One Of New York City's Most Beloved Landmarks Is Changing Forever

As the saying goes: “Don’t cry because it’s over. Smile because it happened.” New York City’s landmark Waldorf Astoria hotel will close for up to three years while most of its rooms are gutted and turned into luxury apartments, according to The Wall Street Journal. Once the renovation is completed, the remaining 300 to 500 rooms will remain available to travelers as hotel rooms. China’s Anbang Insurance Group, which acquired the hotel in 2015 for nearly $2 billion, plans to close the Waldorf for renovations in spring 2017

Finland's sauna scene as hot as ever

In the locker room of Sauna Hermanni, one of the few remaining public saunas in Helsinki, I bumped into Paul, an octogenarian who was cooling down after his weekly steam clean, reading his newspaper dressed only in a saggy white vest. I asked him why he came here every week, and after a moment’s contemplation, he said with a shrug: “I couldn’t imagine life without it.”

Where people become real-life cowboys

People come from all over to spend a few days playing cowboy in Saguaro National Park, which flawlessly plays the part of a Western movie set

World's hottest destinations for vegans

Way back in ancient Greece, Plato was philosophizing about a menu based solely on greenery, making him -- along with Buddha, Gandhi and Einstein -- among history's foremost plant diet trendsetters. Even so, the vegan lifestyle is experiencing a remarkable boom today, with a proliferation of in-demand meat and dairy-free restaurants, bakeries and bars around the globe

BauBax's New Clothing Line Will Charge Your Phone in Your Pocket

We’ve all been there: You’re in an unfamiliar city, your phone battery is in the red, there are no outlets in sight, and you forgot your portable charger at the hotel. You are desperately in need of some Internet magic to find your way out of the labyrinth of Noto or to that Cape Town beach you heard about, but now—as a technology-reliant member of the 21st century—you are rendered useless. It was this line of thinking that inspired the Seattle-based start-up BauBax to design a line of technologically-integrated clothing designed to keep your devices charged, which it launched on the crowdfunding site Kickstarter today

You Can Now Get Hot Air Balloon Rides Through Uber

In an effort to become a one-stop-shop for travelers, Uber’s Chinese arm is launching a new service called Uber Travel, which allows users in the country to request boat rides in addition to hot air balloon excursions

How to pick a cruise ship cabin

You have picked your dates, your itinerary, your ship – now comes the slightly tricky part: choosing your cabin. A large balcony suite would be nice, but also expensive. Interior is cheap but you miss out on sea views from your sleeping quarters

The 15 lessons every traveller learns in their 20s

For travellers, getting older does have its downsides – missing out on working holiday visas, feeling creepy in dorm rooms – but it also has the advantage of teaching you a thing or two about seeing the world. If only I'd known all this when I was 20

Traveling the world, with coffee

Coffee-centric destinations such as Melbourne, Seattle, Oregon's Portland, and even Columbus now have café tours organizers say primarily attract travelers

The 11 Best Beaches Around NYC

Urban beaches don't have to be concrete slabs overlooking a river. Within two hours (okay, maybe three—#traffic) of Manhattan, you can find classic boardwalks, tiny seaside towns, and sandy beaches that'll make you forget about the Caribbean, even if just for a moment. As you gear up for an extra-long 4th of July weekend, consider a beach escape to Queens, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Long Island, or—gasp—New Jersey

Here's How Brexit Will Affect Your European Travel

While you were sleeping, the United Kingdom voted to remove itself from the European Union, a historic move for what was originally conceived to be a magnanimous social, political, and economic alliance. What’s the deal?

Fourth of July travel to break record

A record 43 million Americans are expected to travel this Independence Day weekend, with the overwhelming majority driving, according to AAA

Spirit, America's most hated airline, wants to fix one thing: being on time

Spirit Airlines is the carrier that leads the pack when it comes to customer gripes. With that in mind, its new boss is trying to repair one crucial aspect of the business: getting to your destination on time

The ultimate in glamping at Uluru

You know you’re somewhere special when passengers start furiously taking photos out the window as the plane comes in to land. It’s the sight we’re all here for and that first glimpse of the magnificent Uluru is one you’ll never forget

It's chow, bella time in Tuscany

Claudio and Oriela, the two doughty middle-aged chefs, barely speak a word of English. None of our 15-strong tour group can string a sentence of Italian together. But, thanks to a flurry of hand signals, facial gestures, arched eyebrows and Itanglese (the Italian equivalent of Franglish and Spanglish), we are, between us, conjuring an epicurean feast

Celebrating the United States in Philadelphia, where it all began

Skip your normal Fourth of July routine and take a patriotic road trip to Philadelphia to celebrate Independence Day in the city where the good ol' US of A got its start

Riding the rails to discover the rhythm of India

Chai! Chai! Chai! The chai wallah’s voice is clearly heard through the train car: he’s the most welcome of the on-board vendors, with passengers stopping him for cups of the sweet milky elixir that is India’s best known addiction

Empress of the Seas Sailing Rerouted Due to Engine Trouble

Just one month after returning to the Royal Caribbean fleet after several years with a sister cruise line and a $50 million refurbishment, Empress of the Seas is experiencing trouble with one of its engines, forcing the cruise line to reroute the ship's current sailing

10 Free (or Cheap) Travel Apps Worth Downloading

After a week of downloading and trying out various travel and navigation apps, I reached an unfortunate conclusion: Most of them are worthless — clunky, buggy, seemingly desultory efforts by developers rushing a poor product to market. There are a few, though, that provide elegant solutions to some of travel’s more common complications, doing what a good app should do: make life easier. Here are seven free travel apps that are worth your time, and three that are worth your money

Favorite mid-scale hotels: Top picks from our travel panel

For Mike Maloney, consistency is key when staying at a hotel. For that reason, his favorite mid-scale hotel brand is Hilton Garden Inn. “You know what to expect at each location,” he says. The consumer products consultant from Overland Park, Kan., says the Hilton Worldwide brand has also won him over with its clean and comfortable rooms and food and beverage selections that he calls on par with upscale hotels

Rich, hidden mystery cloaks Venice's historic Jewish ghetto

Only a small Jewish community remains 500 years after the segregated quarter was created, but it still touches the soul of the city

Five new hotels to check out in Greece

From adults-only beach retreats to a hip new address in the capital

No shirt, no shoes? No problem for some cruise companies looking to lure alternative travelers

It’s obviously not for everyone — “Yuck. I feel for the crew who work these cruisers,” someone posted on CruiseCritic.com — but the clothing-optional cruising concept has plenty of fans. Bare Necessities Tour and Travel has been selling nude cruises since 1990. Its cruise to the South Pacific aboard the m/s Paul Gaugin is sold out, and it has scheduled cruises to the Caribbean on the Carnival Pride next year and on the Carnival Victory in 2018

6 L.G.B.T.-Friendly Places to Visit

If we’re going to get out there and travel no matter what, as our earlier look at gay travel post-Orlando suggested, where should we go? Matthieu Jost, the chief executive and a founder of misterb

The hostel grows up: 'Poshtels' make their way to USA

For many people, the word hostel evokes images of grungy backpackers, uncomfortable beds, shared bathrooms and snack machines. But that’s a hostel for another era. These days, hostels are more like boutique hotels at a bargain price. The upscale hostel trend was born in Europe. To attract younger travelers, hoteliers started outfitting hostels with bars, coffee counters, game rooms and full-service restaurants

Road trips: Where to go and what to know

Road trips: Where to go and what to know June 24, 2016, 1:52 p.m. Sure, road trips are not for everyone. If you're into interminable airport security lines lines, road trips are not for you. If you enjoy being treated like cattle, go ahead and board that stuffy airplane. But if you appreciate brassy

The Eastern Algarve is Portugal's best-kept secret

Portugal’s Algarve is almost too popular, so why not head to its little-visited eastern end? Here the long white beaches are secluded and the port towns are sleepier, but there’s no shortage of gelato and pastry shops. On a road trip, Doug Wallace learns to slow down and live the good life

Should I buy euros now before the rate gets even worse?

As we all know, as the results came in, sterling slumped. It dipped as low as €1.20 before recovering at the close in London to €1.24. Which, considering the Treasury prediction of a 12 per cent-plus decline in the pound after a Brexit vote, isn’t too bad. As the foreign-exchange market reacted to the vote, it punished the euro almost as much as the pound

The world’s 10 best train journeys – by the woman who’s done them all

After covering three continents and 45,000 miles by train for our Around the World in 80 Trains series, Monisha Rajesh shares her unmissable rail journeys

Ovation of the Seas Cruise Ship Christened in China

Ovation of the Seas was christened over the weekend, three months after launching in the U.K and six months before it arrives in Australia

How To Ask Your Boss For Time Off, According To Bosses

Everyone deserves a break. Contrary to what you may think, using those vacation days will make you a healthier, more productive and more creative employee once you return. The hardest part, however, is often asking your boss for time off. We asked a handful of HuffPost editors (aka bosses) how they prefer their direct reports ask for vacation time. As it turns out, bosses do NOT dread receiving your request

Floating hotel to open in London as part of social enterprise project

From September, Newham's Royal Docks will be the base for The Good Hotel, a 144-room property offering training to unemployed people, and a chance to find long-term work

British expats worry Brexit will cloud their sunny lifestyle

Hundreds of thousands of British expatriates living in Spain awoke to the news of a Brexit victory with a mixture of shock and joy. About a million Britons live all, or part of the time, in Spain and most were expected to support the Leave campaign, though Brexit has proved a divisive issue; many who live and work there were dismayed today

TSA PreCheck Applications Soar Amid Long Lines At Airports

They don't take off their shoes, they don't take out their laptops and their numbers are growing every day. Some 16,000 people per day are applying for the government's airport pre-screening program

'Game of Thrones' Filming Locations See Crazy Spike in Interest This Year

It's no surprise that Croatia has seen a huge jump in tourism thanks its key role in the wildly popular Game of Thrones. Now, as the HBO drama's sixth season comes to a close, TripAdvisor has revealed that traveler interest has increased an average of 120 percent as people binge-search information about 10 real-life filming locations

This is Thailand, James Bond style

With 16 sails and masts up to 69m high, two pools, restaurant and library, the sailing ship offers a relaxed fusion of romantic heritage and modern comfort. The package begins with a flight from Australia to Phuket on April 27, 2017, with two nights’ accommodation. Guests then board Star Clipperfor a seven-night cruise to Singapore via the Similan Islands, renowned for their turquoise waters and white beaches

Baroque and roll on a Venice cruise

River Countess has an apt name. Uniworld's river ship is sleek as an otter, all white but for bluish tinted windows, sedately afloat at its pier in Venice. The captain is standing by the gangplank in braided sleeves and gold buttons, and looks as if he's about to pipe me aboard like a news-reel Windsor arriving at the royal yacht Britannia. Inside, I'm wafted into a lobby that has a chandelier, gilt mirrors and leopard-skin seats. A continental European countess, clearly: impeccable pedigree, but with a taste for flamboyance and startling clothes

36 Hours in Valencia, Spain

It’s been several years since Valencia unveiled the last major structure in a complex of headline-grabbing architectural landmarks — among them a futuristic aquarium, opera house and science museum — collectively known as the City of Arts and Sciences. But don’t think that Spain’s third-largest city has been idling since then. Flashes of innovation have continued to transform every corner of this perpetually sunny metropolis, from creative restaurants reinterpreting culinary traditions to daring street artists animating historic lanes. Influences now range from Moorish to modern, yet some things in Valencia, like a perfect pan of paella,remain thankfully unchanged

Want to cruise through the new Panama Canal locks? Here's how

Call it a new era for Panama Canal cruises. The official opening of the 48-mile-long waterway's massive new locks on Sunday will add a new twist to what long has been a bucket list item for cruising fans

Myanmar hill country tour focuses on villages, temples

See ancient Buddhist temples and visit tribal villages on a 12-day Mountain Travel Sobek tour of Myanmar. The tour focuses on the road less traveled, visiting the nation's rural countryside, where participants will hike on forested trails that will bring them to places such as Inle Lake

Hotels bringing nature indoors

To help guests feel calm and closer to nature, hotels are bringing the outdoors inside. At Ellerman House in Cape Town, South Africa, the hotel’s wine gallery was influenced by the Japanese design principle of katei, which weaves the outdoors into architectural spaces; the gallery looks out at an extensive vertical garden featuring indigenous plants, a koi pond and a landscaped walkway

What Brexit means for your holiday

With the peak travel season about to begin, millions of British holidaymakers are about to discover the immediate effects of the Leave vote in pushing up prices abroad. Longer term, there will be more big changes

An Ikea museum is opening in Sweden

Flat-pack furniture fans around the world have cause for celebration as the world's first Ikea museum is set to open in Sweden at the end of the month

Cunard Line's QM2 Cruise Ship Arrives in Southampton Following £90m "Remastering"

Following a £90m 25-day dry dock "remastering," Cunard's Queen Mary 2 sailed into Southampton this morning ahead of its first post-refit Transatlantic crossing. QM2 left the Blohm Voss shipyard in Hamburg, Germany, on Tuesday June 22, where the ship received its most significant update in its 12-year history

Where To Eat When Visiting Rome

When the weather turns nice, the sunset lingers and it feels like night will never come, you need to dine outside in Rome (or have breakfast or lunch) on a terrace or in a garden. Here are ve lovely choices, recommended by natives or adopted Romans

Top five: surviving long journeys with kids – in pictures

Holidays are great – if you survive the long car/plane/train journey to get there. There are only so many times you can answer the question ‘Are we nearly there yet?’ without going nuclear. Here are five toys to provide the odd moment of peace and quiet

Hosteling in New England

Forget your preconceived notions about hostels (dingy, dirty, and dangerous). Today, hostels come with a variety of top-notch services and amenities

This New Airline Will Give Majority of Profits to Charity

Donated miles and free flights occasionally make the news, but what if "charity" and "airlines" became words more often paired together? Thanks to a new airline looking to launch two direct routes out of London, that may soon change: POP, or People Over Profit, is in the midst of its crowdfunded launch, from which it hopes to raise some $7.3 million in order to begin flying to Indian cities Amritsar and Ahmedabad from London's Stansted Airport. Should the launch be a success, the airline would be the first carrier to offer non-stop services to both cities from the United Kingdom

Top places to stay in Ubud for a different side of Bali

Most visitors to Bali make their base in the beachside towns of Kuta, Legian and Seminyak. But the mountain town of Ubud, one hour north of Denpasar airport, attracts many Australians seeking a unique experience. “Ubud offers tourists a chance to see a different side of Bali,” says Dipak Kumar, managing director of Cantik Bali Villas

Alaska Air: Portland-Orlando latest in transcontinental expansion

Alaska Airlines will fly nonstop to Orlando from its hub in Portland, Ore., the carrier announced Tuesday. Starting March 16, the airline will offer one daily round-trip flight between the cities, becoming the only carrier to fly nonstop on the route. It also marks a resumption of a route Alaska Airlines discontinued in 2008, according to the Airline Route blog

The Best Vacation Spot in Every U.S. State

Whether you’re planning a last-minute getaway or a serious vacation five months out, you don’t have to jet-set across the globe to get away from it all. As a matter of fact, you don’t even have to look much further than your own backyard. Here, the best vacation spot in every single U.S. state

The 20 Best Kid-Friendly Hotels in the U.S. and Caribbean

With the downtime-deprived parents in mind, we rounded up 20 luxury family hotels and resorts in the U.S. and Caribbean that turn school vacations into an actual holiday for all

The Line For Disney’s Frozen Ever After Ride Was Five Hours Long

The good news is that Froze Ever After ride at the Epcot Center in Orlando’s Walt Disney World Resort is now open. The bad news is that yesterday the line was 300 minutes long, which undoubtedly feels like for ever (after). Line watchers posted pictures on social media showing Disney employees holding up helpful warnings that the wait time to give Elsa’s frozen wonderland a whirl was (again—let it sink in) 300 minutes long

Cruising through antiquity on the Nile, without the crowds

On the top deck of the cruise ship River Tosca, the swimming pool was cool and inviting in the afternoon heat. Below, the fabled Nile River was wide and blue and calm. Palm trees dotted the shoreline where farm animals grazed. And I had the deck of the 236-foot ship all to myself

New Travel Channel series '7 Water Wonders' to feature Florida resort pools

The premiere of the new Travel Channel series "7 Water Wonders" is slated to feature pools at three Florida resorts when it debuts this Sunday. The show that will air at 11 p.m. on June 19 will give viewers a closer look at the life aquatic to be had at Palm Beach County's Eau Palm Beach Resort

Who Uses a Travel Agent in This Day and Age?

Industry veterans such as Kerl Commock say that some travelers still prefer booking through an agency because it saves them time and makes flight cancellations less stressful

Brexit: How UK Travel Could Change Forever

Higher airfares, better exchange rates, and fewer tourists ... ? As the world watches and waits for Britain to decide whether to remain in the European Union, you might be thinking, “it doesn’t affect me, so why should I care?” Aside from the flow-on effects on the Australian economy, if Britain decides to leave the EU it could mean your next UK trip looks a bit different

The five dumbest things we do in hotels

Do we leave our better selves behind when we check into a hotel? If you believe the tales told by hotel staff some guests develop fangs, horns and a long red tail between the time they leave the reception desk and their room. It's not only manners and morals that some leave at the check-in desk but also brains. Here are five major fails

Devices That Deserve to Go Along on Vacation

Children are usually forced to pick just one or two of their beloved stuffed animals to take with them on summer vacation. Adults should consider doing the same with their electronic devices. You don’t want to weigh down your travel bag with gear you will barely use. And you probably should leave your more expensive gadgets at home, unless you want to become a target for muggers

Spirit wants to shake its reputation for late flights

Spirit Airlines will focus on its reliability as the bare-bones carrier tries to soften its image with customers. The airline – a self-described “ultra low-cost carrier” that charges extra for everything from carry-ons to water – has endured persistently high complaint rates for several years. Now, new CEO Bob Fornaro thinks a better on-time rating will improve Spirit's perception with its customers

Sicily: a darkly romantic island

With no regard for safety and scant respect for convention, let alone the law, an unlit Vespa carrying three people roared towards us up a dark Palermo alley. Since the big trials of the Eighties and Nineties, The Mafia, they say, has been emasculated and trivialised. However, certain pirate habits of mind persist in Sicily. Everything here is more deeply etched than the mainland. The Baroque is more Baroque, the wines are stronger, the volcanoes more active, the people more charming, the dolci more sweet, the despair more profound, the food better

10 ways to see Argentina

First-time visitors to Argentina usually want to tick off the trio of must-see sites: the effervescent, edgy capital Buenos Aires; wild and wondrous Iguazú Falls, and the Andean peaks, ice fields and lakes of southern Patagonia – most notably the Perito Moreno glacier. More seasonal attractions include Mendoza (great during the vendimia or harvest months of December to March), Salta (best in the dry southern “winter” of July-October) and the whale-watching spectacle off Valdés peninsula (the best months are September and October)

This Is The Best Beach Hotel In The World, According To The Experts

If you’re lucky enough to travel down to the Caribbean, you do NOT want to skimp on a hotel that doesn’t measure up to its spectacular surroundings. Consider the Zemi Beach House instead. It’s the new best beach hotel in the world, according to the annual Best of the Best awards from luxury hotel deals site Jetsetter

Alaska Airlines flight diverted after man tried to kiss sleeping teen girl

An airport official says a flight was diverted to the Seattle area after a male passenger aboard an Alaska Airlines flight tried to kiss a sleeping girl seated next to him on the airplane. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport spokesman Perry Cooper said Tuesday that Port of Seattle police arrested the 23-year-old California man for investigation of fourth-degree assault

Sailors, paddlers to test endurance on 750 miles of cold waters in the Race to Alaska

Some 150 sailors, paddlers and rowers will climb aboard 60 assorted boats in Port Townsend and set off for the second nonmotorized Race to Alaska this week. It’s billed as Washington’s Iditarod

Live From Thomson Cruises: First Impressions of TUI Discovery

It's hard to take a ship approaching its 22nd year and make it look new, but that's what Thomson Cruises has done with its newest -- and biggest -- ship TUI Discovery. The 1,830-passenger ship -- the former Royal Caribbean-owned Splendour of the Seas -- went through a six-week, multi-million- pound refurbishment to emerge as Thomson's flagship on June 9. It's a tough juggling act played by many lines launching a first in class, or in this case a radical refit of an old ship. You have to keep your loyal clientele onboard, while trying to attract new to cruise. Thomson achieves this in a number of ways with TUI Discovery

How to Survive Being an Airbnb Host

After my first Airbnb guests checked out of our garage apartment last February, I eagerly called up their online review. I had no reason to suspect anything but flattering comments from the two young women from Oregon, one of whom had originally planned on coming with her husband to celebrate their fourth anniversary until he had to drop out at the last minute. She brought a friend instead, but disappointment, I discovered, came along in her suitcase

easyJet, Ryanair warn Brexit could end cheap U.K. fares

The United Kingdom's big discount airlines are warning a “Brexit” vote could spell the end of rock-bottom holiday fares between the United Kingdom and the rest of Europe. Among those is easyJet founder Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou, who said Tuesday it’s “very possible” those routes will become more expensive if the United Kingdom votes to leave Europe in the so-called Brexit referendum this Thursday

How cruise lines are catering to vacation-seeking LGBT couples

When my partner and I went to buy our first car together, the Hyundai sales associate was confused by our relationship. I’m of East Asian descent and my partner is Caucasian. We look nothing alike, but still, the salesman asked, “Are you sisters?” These uncomfortable interactions happen to almost every same-sex couple. For the most part, they’re rare in our everyday lives. We only think about awkward moments such as these when we plan our vacations

Explorer Glamping, Chessington: accommodation review

In any other setting, the idea of camping alongside Surrey's A243 would be pretty derisible. Yet here we are, under canvass at Chessington World of Adventures, which has exactly that somewhat insalubrious address. The latest must-have feature of any self-respecting theme park: a luxury campsite has been rigged up as a money-spinning annex to Chessington's Wild Asia zone for the summer (May-September, slated for several summers to come

Reasons to visit Berlin

It just got that little bit easier to get to Berlin. Not that it was ever particularly difficult, but British Airways last weekend launched its new three-times daily service from London City to Berlin Tegel. And we here at Telegraph Travel don’t need much of an excuse to sell the virtues of the German capital. So here are 21 reasons why your next city break should be to Berlin

Panama Canal Expansion Will Offer Bigger Cruise Ships Access to the Waterway

The newly expanded Panama Canal, linking the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, will be officially inaugurated on June 26 following the completion of a nine-year $5.2 billion project. Originally scheduled for completion in October 2014 -- 100 years after it first opened -- the expansion will provide an additional lane of traffic through the construction of new locks, thus doubling the waterway's capacity

Disney Facing Potential Wrongful Death Lawsuit After Alligator Attacks Child?

Tragedy strikes in Orlando, FL, yet again as the remains of two-year-old Lane Graves have been discovered after the child was reportedly attacked and pulled into the water by an alligator at Walt Disney World’s Grand Floridian Resort. The incident was said to have happened while the toddler and his mother were attending an outdoor movie night at the resort. Witnesses of the incident said that they saw the mother with the toddler, who was wading on the edge on the lake, which seems to resemble a small beach

Top 10 yoga retreats in India

India is a dream destination for many yogis, but with so many ashrams and courses, how do you choose wisely? From the hardcore to the boutique, we select 10 of the best places to practise yoga

What It's Like to Be a Female Cruise Ship Captain

Bye-bye to the boys' club at sea: As of late, the cruise world is opening up its most coveted position—the captain's seat—to more and more women. In particular? Regent Seven Seas, Windstar, and Celebrity are the latest major cruise lines to join ranks by putting female captains at the helm of mega-ships

15 Odd Things I Witnessed At Shanghai Disneyland's Opening

Last week, I boarded a 13-hour flight to China in order to witness Shanghai Disneyland officially open its gates, and boy, was it quite the experience. The park, which is massive and beautiful, contains new attractions and never-before-seen entertainment, but also some eccentricities that were surprising to an American parkgoer such as myself. Sure, the stateside parks have weird characteristics, too—if you’ve planned a meal 180 days in advance or if you've seen a kid eat ice cream for breakfast, you’re a Disney World vet—but discovering Shanghai’s peculiarities during the Grand Opening celebration was just as fun as the real-life journey through the movie Tron

A moment of 'incomplete isolation'

It may be the US’ most unusual national park, but this Rocky Mountain aberration serves as a blank canvas for an introspective musician

World's busiest airport begins $6 billion upgrade renovations

Atlanta’s airport — the world’s busiest — has now started a 20-year plan for growth known as “ATLNext.” Among the upgrades planned as part of the $6 billion project, which will expand the airport’s capabilities: A new runway, concourse and hotel. One of the first items on the agenda is to modernize the airport’s West Crossover, WABE Radio reported. That’s the escalator corridor that links the plane train to baggage claim areas at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

The 20 must-do highlights of Seattle

There's good reasons why Aussies are flocking to the USA's Pacific Northwest. Here's twenty of them

Five things you need to know before visiting a Buddhist temple

Most travellers understand the basic etiquette of visiting Buddhist temples such as removing socks and shoes before entering and wearing conservative clothes but there are some things visiting tourists may not know. Tour manager for Wendy Wu Tours, Christine Marshall, shares her top five tips for visiting temples in Myanmar and beyond

Gay Travelers on Where to Go From Here

When a homophobic killer armed with an assault rifle perpetrated one of the worst mass shootings in United States history in an Orlando gay bar this month, the reassuring idea that such places are sanctuaries was upended for many of us. Gay bars are supposed to be refuges from intolerance; judgment-free zones that are, for many people, the only public places you can be truly, essentially, you. Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people often travel with the thought in mind that almost anywhere we go, we’ll be able to find a neighborhood, a club circuit or a beach town where acceptance is a given

Airline loyalty programs tough for fliers to decipher, says U.S. watchdog

A government watchdog took a peek behind the curtain of airline frequent-flier programs and thought the Transportation Department could do a better job investigating complaints about them

How to see Edinburgh, Scotland, in just one day? Go from chapel to castle to pub

We built a day around just three buildings, one at the heart of Edinburgh and two on the fringe, and hoped they would click with five parents and four kids

The five best Highlands spa retreats

This glossy, £10m development on the banks of Loch Fyne comprises loch-view apartments and Scotland’s largest outdoor heated infinity pool, as well as an indoor pool, gym and sauna, steam room and hydro pools heated by a woodchip biomass generator

Yoga retreats: 5 of the best

On the first International Day of Yoga, we pick five of the best yoga holidays around the world, from India to Bali, via Baden Baden

Pacific Dawn Departs After Vanuatu Bus Crash, 10 Cruise Passengers Air-Lifted

Pacific Dawn has departed Port Vila in Vanuatu following the tragic bus collision that saw two local Ni-Vanuatu killed and 10 PampO passengers seriously injured

Travel For Your Soul That Doesn't Hurt The Planet

The most life-altering travel experience of my life was a two-week African safari to Kenya and Tanzania, mostly in Tanzania. It was a complete departure from my “normal” American city life: Animals before people, rural areas of a country with very different values and a very different language, no traffic, none of the usual appearance or clothing-related issues, completely different vistas, stories and histories

Oregon man charged with groping unaccompanied minor on American Airlines flight

According to the criminal complaint, a passenger aboard the flight notified the crew shortly after the plane took off that she saw him touch the girl inappropriately

The Perfect Weekend in the Hamptons

When it turns out your best friend isn't renting a mansion or hosting you this summer, follow our guide to an envy-inducing weekend in the Hamptons, Long Island, New York

Travel Is the Number One Mood Booster, According to New Survey

We already know that traveling can boost your sex life and help you lose weight, but a new study reveals it will also boost your mood. Priceline.com released their “Traveler’s Sweet Spot” survey last week, and more than half of respondents said that traveling improves their attitude more than exercise or shopping

Cruise ship first ever to visit remote islands

Some people dream of buying an island. Aussie Ian Gowrie-Smith bought an archipelago — sight unseen. Today P

As Airbnb Grows, So Do Claims of Discrimination

When Ronnia Cherry, 30, and Stefan Grant, 27, rented a house in Atlanta through Airbnb last year, they were caught off guard by police officers at their door, with guns drawn, responding to a neighbor’s report that they were thieves. “We had to explain the owner gave us the security codes,” said Ms. Cherry, who, like Mr. Grant, is among the rising tide of black travelers decrying racist experiences while using the home-sharing service, and giving birth to the social media campaign #AirbnbWhileBlack

Housing advocates break silence on short-term rentals

New Orleans should ban whole-home vacation homes and put the screws to listing websites such as Airbnb.com to ensure compliance with the rules, according to a recent statement issued by one of New Orleans' most influential housing advocates

You Can Spend the Night in This Totally Edible NYC Apartment

Yogurt company Chobani transformed a three-story townhouse in New York City into a home complete with edible foliage, towering living walls and an indoor garden, all of which you can eat. And they're giving away a free four-night stay for the Fourth of July

Finding the Best Deals on Cruises

Sometimes cruise shopping feels like car shopping. You know there’s a deal out there; you just have to find it. Cruise lines regularly run sales, and the current batch will reward procrastinators and shoulder-season sailors. If you can travel later this month, Adventure Life is offering 50 percent off its 10-day Arctic trip to North Spitsbergen in Norway departing June 29. Billed as an eco-volunteer cruise, the trip assigns 50 passengers to pick up ocean garbage in the remote Svalbard archipelago, while the other 50 take part in an excursion

The secret street food destination you've never heard of

On Macau’s Rua do Cunha, a pastry case looks onto the street, stacked with golden cookies pressed against the glass. Pressed against the other side, a line of travelers eye the curiosity for which the century-old Fong Kei vendor is known: Almond biscuits made with seasoned pork. Down the block, a smaller — but no less curious — line waits at Mok Yi Kei for ice cream and puddings made with golden, surely stinky, durian fruit

Sweet vistas and music: What's not to like about the Rio Grande Scenic Railroad's concert train in Colorado?

Riding the Rio Grande Scenic Railroad, concert-bound from Alamosa, Colo., to a mountain-girded amphitheater. What's not to like?

Faena Hotel recreates Golden Age of luxury in Miami's Mid-Beach

From Hollywood glamour to eye-popping art, the Faena Hotel kick-starts a new Golden Age in the 'hood

48 Hours in San Sebastian

This glamorous resort-city is European Capital of Culture 2016 (alongside Wroclaw in Poland). The honour boosts the style and appeal of San Sebastian, which has also become a gastronomic hub. In addition, the city known as Donostia in Basque gets its first air link from the UK next month, in the shape of flights from Luton

High Water Levels Impact June Rhine River Cruises

Due to heavy rainfall in southern Germany, portions of the Rhine River have closed to ship traffic, forcing river cruise lines to alter itineraries for this weekend and the coming week

4 Ways Millennials Are Changing The Face Of Travel

In today’s digital age, travel is not viewed as a luxury but instead a necessity. With pictures of exotic destinations and adventurous excursions flooding the social feeds of Millennials, it’s no surprise that travel has become a top priority for this generation. In fact, Millennials are 23 percent more likely to travel abroad than their older counterparts. They are also willing to budget more for trips, with Millennials on track to spend $1.4 trillion on travel each year by 2020. Given these figures, it’s evident this generation has become essential to the travel industry. So, let’s take a look at the various ways Millennials are continuing to change the face of travel

10 of the best new affordable hotels in New York City

In an elegant brick building in Manhattan’s Murray Hill, this excellent budget option opened following the success of sister hotel, The Pod. It trumps the elder sibling – now renamed Pod 51 – as all its rooms are en suite and it has a fabulous brick-pillared rooftop bar serving tacos and a warm atmosphere amid fairylights and stunning views. The rooms, some with bunk beds, are called pods given their compact size and may not suit everyone. But with prices among the most competitive in Manhattan, budgeters will be happy. Other nice touches include free passes to customised group walking tours of the city, held four days a week by guides Streetwise New York

A hotel room in the Eiffel Tower?

Seven million people visit the Eiffel Tower every year, but now a handful of those visitors will get to sleep in the iconic structure for the very first time

1,200-foot amusement ride proposed for New York City's Penn Station

Catching a train at New York's crowded Penn Station is no thrill. But a development team has proposed a novel plan to overhaul the station: Build a 1,200-foot thrill ride on top of it and pay for renovations by charging $35 a ticket

The Perfect Day in Montauk

If you only have one day to experience the Hamptons, go light on pretension and heavy on nature—and cocktails—in Montauk

Netflix Wants to Pay You to Travel and Photograph Food

Netflix is giving one lucky person the chance to get paid to do what most of us happily pay for. Namely, fly around the world and Instagram food. Might be time to up your Instagram game

Boeing readies high-flying celebration for 100th anniversary

When Boeing CEO Dennis Muilenburg heads to the Farnborough Airshow near London next month, he’ll tackle his usual tasks: trying to win new airplane orders and more aerospace work for the U.S. manufacturing giant. He will have an additional mission at this year’s show, where he’ll help lead the centennial celebration for the iconic U.S. aerospace giant launched by William Boeing in 1916

For Cryin' Out Loud, Wear a Headset on the Plane!

You probably have a lot in common with Rick Brunson. Okay, maybe you’re not an information technology consultant, and maybe you don’t live in Barnesville, Ga. But you probably don’t like lots of noise — especially when it’s in an already noisy place, like the inside of an aircraft

36 Hours in Chicago

The neighborhoods on Chicago’s near northwest side are an invigorating blend of reflection and reinvention. Families from Ukraine, Poland and Puerto Rico settled here, and today expressions of their cultures can be found in museums, churches and cafes serving traditional dishes

Julia Child's Provençal retreat: Now, a once-in-a-lifetime Airbnb

Pulling yourself from Julia Child’s kitchen will be the hardest part of the trip to Provence. Then again, pulling yourself from the saltwater pool won't be any easier. Weeks ago, the formerly quaint home went contemporary as a listing on Airbnb. The fairytale French cottage was the once-upon-a-time vacation home of Paul and Julia Child. Under new ownership, it's buzzing with bookings as it nears yet another chapter: It will operate next year as La Peetch, a casual cooking retreat for culinary neophytes

Gregg Allman and Joe Bonamassa headline a floating blues fest on a Caribbean cruise

Blues lovers can sail to the Caribbean listening to music by Gregg Allman, Joe Bonamassa, vocalist Beth Hart, Mr. Sipp and other musicians at the Keeping the Blues Alive III cruise

In Vienna, the waltz is a living, cultural heritage

I don’t think I’ve been held by a man quite like this before. I can feel his body heat through the thin white gloves as he bows low over my right hand, then steps forward to firmly cup my left shoulder blade. I’m nervous. He smiles down at me. Timidly, I place my left hand on his shoulder just so – my arm rests on his, while my thumb nestles into the crook of his shoulder joint

Travel guide to... Devon

“Watch out for the seagulls”, the waitress warns as she serves me a crab sandwich at one of the makeshift seafood shacks at Brixham harbour. But as I sit in the early-summer sun and take in the pretty ice-cream-coloured houses and bright, bobbing fishing boats, not even the gulls can spoil this moment

10 ways the mobile phone has ruined travel

Sometimes, it’s easy to think that the latest, shiniest gadget in your pocket was very much born yesterday. Take the smartphone as an example. So sophisticated. So sleek. So ubiquitous. How can it not have been created just five minutes ago in a blur of now-ness?

Newcastle Cruise Terminal To Be Upgraded for Bigger Ships

Newcastle will be able to berth larger ships following an $800,000 upgrade of the mooring bollards at the city's cruise terminal in Carrington, according to Federal Minister for Tourism, Senator Richard Colbeck

Shanghai Disney opens to huge crowds despite rain

Walt Disney Co. opened Shanghai Disneyland, its first theme park in mainland China, with a lavish celebration Thursday featuring Communist Party leaders, a children's choir, Sleeping Beauty and other Disney characters. A vice premier joined Disney CEO Bob Iger in cutting the grand opening's red ribbon, showing the ruling party's support for the $5.5 billion investment in promoting tourism at a time of slowing economic growth. They read letters of congratulations from the Chinese and American presidents, Xi Jinping and Barack Obama

Hotels don't sell rooms. They sell this...

Hotels aren't just places to sleep. They're places to experience. That's how the newest generation of travelers are viewing hospitality and -- in the face of stiff competition from the likes of Airbnb and HomeAway -- big hotel brands are having to adjust to meet the expectations of their discerning new clientele. To lure young travelers, Marriott has created the hotel brand Moxy, which doesn't cater to guests, but "fun-hunters," according to Marriott's global brand officer Tina Edmundson. What's the difference between a guest and a fun-hunter?

Etihad Business Class: Best Night's Sleep I've Had in a Long Time

On a recent trip to the UAE, I rerouted myself out of Abu Dhabi to New York and was lucky enough to get the last seat on Etihad’s Airbus A380 in their super comfortable Business Class cabin. There is something about the neutral palette (tans and browns) and the seat configuration (seats face in both directions) and actual seat design (less cocoon-like than others) that gives the illusion of more space than comparable business class cabins. Each seat itself also feels roomier than other A380 business class seats because of thoughtful touches—like not one, but two good-sized surfaces for stacks of books and electronics

19 Comfy, Travel-Friendly Shoes Made For Walkin'

When traversing a new city, strutting in style is much easier said than done. Your everyday flats aren’t necessarily the most practical for a full day of pounding the pavement, but something more orthopedic might have you cropping your vacation pictures from the ankles up

Despite Sin City image, Vegas can be fun for families

Vegas residents Marie Osmond and magician Mac King say Vegas can provide G-rated fun for families — if you know where to look

It's just how the locals roll in Vietnam

It's dark outside, the Vietnamese city of Nha Trang is quiet for a Sunday, but the train station is a picture of chaos. Plastic tartan bags, cheap suitcases and boxes reinforced with masking tape have been dumped unceremoniously on the platform. Waiting room television screens rival each other for volume. Makeshift stalls selling travel essentials –Coke, beer, bananas and over-packaged biscuits and noodles – do a peak-time trade

What Does My Child Need to Know About Money When Traveling Abroad?

When your child is traveling abroad without you, you won’t be there to help navigate foreign streets or translate menus. But you can help money matters run smoothly without leaving home. Whether your child is going abroad to study or to seek adventure, here’s how to make sure there’s access to secure credit and cash at a reasonable cost

An Antidote to Hatred After Orlando Attack

The recent terrorist attacks in Orlando, and before that, Paris, Istanbul, and Brussels, to name a few, are a collective assault on our prized freedoms to love, live, express ourselves, and worship as we choose. When I heard the tragic news on Sunday, I happen to have been re-reading Gloria Steinem’s autobiography, My Life on the Road. In it she so poignantly writes about the importance of travel as the surest means of getting outside of our own experience, of shedding prefixed notions and finding common ground with other people and cultures:

Disney rep says company plans to 'thoroughly review' alligator signage after attack | Fox News

A Disney official said Wednesday the company plans to “thoroughly review” its alligator warning signage around a resort where a 2-year-old boy was killed by a reptile that snatched him out of shallow water. The company official spoke to the Associated Press on the condition of anonymity because Disney has yet to prepare a formal statement on the matter

4 Roller Coasters That Put the Theme in Theme Park

When roller coasters made their way from Russia to France nearly 200 years ago, they quickly outshone the more routine amusements at park promenades. They are no less central to modern American theme parks, which by definition seek to unify the thrills under a setting or idea (or commercial brand). But do roller coasters ever stick to an actual theme?

Another Royal Caribbean ship to get massive makeover

It's makeover time for another Royal Caribbean ship. The world's largest cruise line by passenger capacity has announced plans for a $61 million overhaul of the 3,114-passenger Adventure of the Seas -- the most its ever spent to upgrade a vessel

What to do at Colorado's Beaver Creek Resort in summer? Hike, dine, get a massage

Visit Osprey Lodge at Beaver Creek Resort in summer and you

A bumpy bus ride through treacherous mountains in Sri Lanka

We decided that the best way to visit Sri Lanka would be a three-stage process. The first stage would consist of settling into the culture and time zone. That came to be on our first night at a nice hotel in Colombo. The second was to be our adventurous stage, where we would explore the island nation on the cheap and constantly on the move before we began phase three at a relaxing beach resort

Cool Place of the Day: The Salutation Inn, Devon

Pubs may be closing by the dozen across Britain, but what sometimes gets forgotten is that many of them re-open, often as greatly enhanced incarnations of their former selves, and South Devon’s Salutation Inn is just such a place: a 17th-century pub that had hit hard times and was taken over and reopened as a restaurant with rooms – some might say fulfilling its original remit as a country inn, offering weary travellers shelter for the night along with a morsel of food and sustenance

Baku: F1 comes home to the city of bling

Vrrrooomm! Motor racing is coming home. For when the sport that burns more oil and rubber than any other takes to the streets of Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, for the first time tomorrow, it will be in a setting awash with black gold and the wealth it generates. The city centre, where the Formula One circuit will loop and screech, has more bling than Lewis Hamilton – towers! neon! bigger! higher! – while out in the suburbs there are endless oilfields of blue nodding donkeys with red, skull-like heads. Drill down through this surreal urban fabric and you find a layered story – one that remains largely untold in the West

AmaWaterways Christens Newest River Cruise Ship in Germany

AmaWaterways christened its newest ship, AmaViola, Wednesday, in the Bavarian town of Vilshofen. Despite the partly cloudy skies, everyone was in a celebratory mood as Godmother Jackie Friedman, president of Nexion travel agency, smashed a bottle of champagne on the river boat's hull

Airlines With The Most Hidden Fees

Airline fees - every traveler’s nightmare. Getting hit with extra charges when you check a bag, finding out you have to pay to print your boarding pass and the shock of realization, when the airline tells you that you have to pay extra to travel with your sports equipment

New London hotel offers artistic sensibilities at affordable prices

The Green Rooms hotel and creative space in north London will act as a low-cost base for visiting artists and encourage collaboration on projects

If Zika May Derail A Trip, Look At 'Cancel-For-Any-Reason' Travel Insurance

Consumers worried that health issues might thwart a planned vacation may want to look into travel insurance that allows them to cancel the trip for any reason

Why no one's flying first class any more

"How often do you fly first class?" That was one of the questions I took from a listener on morning radio recently. "Not very often," was my reply. I've flown first class on international flights about five times. In the old days, 15 years or so ago, first class wasn't quite as swish as it is now. Service standards were high, and the sense of space in the front of the cabin was luxurious, but chairs didn't lie flat and the entertainment systems weren't as sophisticated as now

What to do with 48 hours in Doha, the next Dubai

Doha may be under the radar of many Australian travellers but the Qatar capital is poised to become the next Dubai or even Hong Kong or Singapore — a place to ­regroup and shop while on a long-haul flight to Europe. Qatar is a peninsula jutting into the Persian Gulf bordered by Saudi Arabia, with Iran across the Gulf and sharing water borders with Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates

Theme Park Dining Beyond Burgers and Turkey Legs

The bad reputation of theme park food has been, let’s face it, pretty well deserved: All the negative aspects you might find at a state fair — sugary, greasy and overpriced — minus any of the quirky homespun charm. Mass-produced and joylessly prone to corporate tie-ins, it’s the ultimate iteration of the theme park’s overriding mission: to separate you from every last dollar in your pocket

Congress OKs funds to add TSA screeners

Long security lines at airports will get a little more relief. Congress approved the latest $28 million shift in funding for the Transportation Security Administration, as security officials said long checkpoint lines of spring have largely disappeared. The congressional approval allowed TSA to move funding from accounts where it isn’t needed urgently before the end of the fiscal year in September so that it could be spent on day-to-day operations

Las Vegas' Riviera is reduced to rubble (or, at least, some of it is)

The walls, they came a-tumblin' down as a part of one of Las Vegas' oldest resorts was imploded early Tuesday morning. As fireworks illuminated the night sky, local officials pushed the plunger at 2:37 a.m., setting off a series of explosions within the Riviera's Monaco Tower

Don't despair if you missed your gap year. Travelling is formative, at any age

June is a season of transition. Kids on the cusp of adulthood are set to graduate and make big decisions about the future. Some will go on immediately to college or university. Others will travel instead. In 1989, at 17, I had the opportunity to study for a year in the south of France. Officially, I turned it down because I would return a year behind academically, and would be unable to graduate with my friends

Inside the reopened Watergate Hotel

We take a look inside the new Watergate Hotel in Washington, which was at the centre of the Watergate scandal in the Seventies and has reopened after a $125-million, nine-year overhaul

Searching for Tuscan fun: Italy for families

Florence may be the Renaissance capital of the world – all that breath-taking architecture, those stunning museums, art galleries, churches, squares and fountains, fecund with tubs of sublimely delicious ice cream – but frankly I’d had enough of it. My mother moved to Tuscany when I was in my late teens and I went there, every summer, for the next 15 years. During this time I was dragged around every museum, every church, every hill top town, and made to marvel at every single painting right down to the most obscure frescos in the most out of the way places

Viking Ocean Cruises Adds 10 New Itineraries, Including Cuba

Viking Ocean Cruises has announced the addition of 10 new itineraries as part of its 2017 and 2018 sailing seasons. The new itineraries include the addition of more than 30 ports in Europe, South America and the Caribbean, including Cuba. Viking Ocean Cruises launched its first oceangoing ship, Viking Star, in 2015 and sister ship Viking Sea debuted this year. Viking Sky and Viking Sun will arrive in early and late 2017, respectively, with Viking Spirit to follow in 2018. By 2020 the line will have six ships in its fleet

Five Favorite New York City Tourist Spots Even Locals Like to Visit

Have you heard the story of the cobbler’s children? You know, the one about a cobbler who’s always so focused on making shoes for his customers he never has time to make any for his own children? Well, in a way, that’s sort of how I treat New York City. I’m so busy tending to my day-to-day life I never have time, or make time, to enjoy the unique experiences people from all over the world flock here to see. I’m ashamed to admit I’ve lived here over 22 years, and still haven’t been to the Statue of Liberty, and it’s not like I haven’t had a few hours to spare sometime during the past 8,030 weekends

Best travel gifts for dads on-the-go

Father’s day is just around the corner but if you don't have a gift for dear old dad yet, don't sweat it. He probably just wants to hear how much you love him. Even if he's at home, dad can always be reminded of his travels with this chic throw. But if you've got some change to spare-- and your dad is always on the go-- you're in luck. These gifts are great for men who are either always on the go with the kids, seek adventure, or just happen to be a jet setting pro. Make your travel-minded dad feel extra special this year

Yes, Your Pet Needs a Passport

For travelers, few things are as valuable as a passport: they can get you across borders and onto ships, planes, and trains, and also serve as a tangible record of the places you've been. It makes sense, then, that there are similar documents for animals. Taking your cat, dog, pig, or turkey abroad sometime soon? Here's what you need to know

Where to Find the Quietest Seats on an Airplane

Choosing a seat on a plane is a gamble. You never know who your neighbor will be. There could be a screaming baby, a chatty stranger, or you might inadvertently choose a seat a little too close to the constant rumbling of the engine. What if there was a strategic way to pick a seat likely to be the quietest?

Visiting one of the remotest places on Earth

Getting close to the wildlife, passing through deep fjords and glaciers and meeting the inhabitants of remote villages are the once-in-a-lifetime experiences that visitors to the North Polar Region chase

What happens when a luxury hotel builds a ship

The best cruise ships are like sumptuous floating hotels, so it's not much of a stretch to understand why some luxury hotel groups have entered the cruise business, launching their own ships. In fact, it's quite a trend. Aman Resorts sails Amandira, a 52-metre yacht, in Indonesian waters. Alila charters the Purnama in the Komodo Archipelago. Oberoi Resorts cruises the Nile on its river ships, the Zahra and the Philae. Belmond sails The Road to Mandalay and the Orcaella on the Ayeyarwady in Myanmar

Grand Teton National Park: A spectacular range of activities await

To celebrate the National Park Service's 100th anniversary this August, USA TODAY will be highlighting one national park per week in a countdown to the centennial on August 25th. From the historical wonderland of Mesa Verde National Park and the awesome beauty of Rocky Mountain National Park, we turn now to the Teton mountain range, and the largest peak, Grand Teton, for which this week's national park is named. Grand Teton includes over 480 square miles of mountain climbing, hiking, and fishing, while only ten miles away from Yellowstone National Park. Take a virtual trip through Grand Teton National Park with videos, photo galleries, and more all week

New life for a grand dame hotel

This could be the most important week for the Boston Park Plaza Hotel since it opened as the glamorous Hotel Statler Boston in 1927. The historic Boston Park Plaza currently sits at a TripAdvisor rank of 74 out of Boston’s 82 hotels. For those unfamiliar with the travel ratings website, that means the hotel is dangerously close to scraping the bottom of the lodging barrel. But that’s about to change

Why You Should Visit Koufonisia, Greece, the Mediterranean Montauk

The Cyclades island cluster is Greece’s answer to the Hamptons. These small communities, once rustic hideaways, have morphed into scene-y summer staples, luring visitors via superb weather, a chic setting, and delicious local produce. Think of Naxos, Santorini, or Mykonos as a sun-baked island answer to East Hampton but, of the more than 200 islands that make up this cluster, the closest thing to a Mediterranean Montauk is Koufonisia

JetBlue is Offering Families of Orlando Shooting Victims Free Flights

In the aftermath of this weekend's shooting at a gay nightclub in Orlando, JetBlue says it will offer free seats to immediate family members and partners of victims on flights to and from Orlando. “Our thoughts are with the victims and their loved ones,” said JetBlue’s blog post about the program. The airline also declared its aid on Twitter, with #WeStandWithOrlando

Hamilton site in New Jersey worth a visit for fans of Tony Award-winning musical

Reminders of Alexander Hamilton's life are found throughout New York, where the controversial Founding Father's story lives on in Broadway's smash hit musical that snagged 11 Tony Awards on Sunday. Statues of the first treasury secretary can be found in Central Park and outside Hamilton Hall at Columbia University, where he studied back in the 18th century when it was King's College. Visitors can check out his home, the Grange, in St. Nicholas Park, and his tomb at Trinity Church graveyard in the heart of Wall Street

How to get the best out of Bangkok

Known as the “City of Angels” to locals, Bangkok is a bustling, chaotic and vibrant city, home to more than 10 million people and one of the most popular tourist cities in the world. The capital of Thailand, it’s a mix of intricate temples, Buddhist history, modern shopping malls, famous night-life and fabulous food

Flight test: Is Qantas premium economy worth the price?

Is it really worth paying several thousand dollars more for premium economy?

Ipanema Is Hot!

From where I stand, high above Rio, the city of six million spreads out in a patchwork of red-roofed, hilltop favelas, grids of urban streets, and 90 km. of white-sand beaches along Guanabara Bay and the open Atlantic

Tourist Who Alleged Rape Sentenced for Sex Out of Wedlock in Qatar

A Dutch woman held in Qatar for nearly three months after telling police she had been raped there was released on Monday after receiving a one-year suspended prison sentence, a Dutch diplomat said. The 22-year-old woman was in the care of the Dutch Embassy after a brief court hearing in Doha, the Qatari capital

Orlando theme parks step up security measures after mass shooting

Orlando area amusement parks are ramping up security in the wake of a terrorist attack at a gay nightclub on Sunday morning that claimed 49 victims and injured 53 others. Deputies at Disney World "were put on alert" Capt. Angelo Nieves of the Orange County Sheriff's Office told the Orlando Sentinel. The sheriff’s office provides law-enforcement services to Disney’s theme parks

A peek at London

Many of London’s gardens are private – but once a year, some 200 open up. From the UK’s answer to the High Line to the roses commemorating a Blitz-bombed church, here is a sneak peek

4 Best Credit Cards For Travel

Frequent travel can be stressful. Dealing with airline schedules and flight delays, last-minute itinerary changes, and unsatisfactory hotels can be challenging — but travel can be rewarding in many respects. With the proper credit card, frequent travel can literally be rewarding in the form of airline miles, free hotel stays, other travel perks, and even cold cash

Royal Caribbean's Harmony of the Seas Cruise Ship Forced to Change Itinerary Due to French Strikes

Harmony of the Seas has cancelled a port stop in Marseille due to the general strike taking place in the country today (Tuesday June 14). Royal Caribbean made the decision for Harmony to extend its stay in Palma yesterday and add a day at sea today rather than call in at the French port due to the threat of industrial action

Casa Kimberly: Inside the former love nest of Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton

F or Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton it was love at first sight. For each other, of course, but also for the magnificent Bay of Banderas on Mexico’s Pacific coast, where their much-publicised affair began in earnest in the picturesque fishing village of Puerto Vallarta. It started after Taylor joined Burton on the set of John Huston’s The Night of the Iguana in 1963, which was being filmed in the region. They had met in Rome two years previously (while filming Cleopatra) but Mexico is where things heated up

The five best hotels for a picnic

Tucked down a quiet street in posh St. James, Dukes Hotel offers the quintessential British picnic experience. You won’t even have to unfurl your own picnic blanket in the leafy surrounds of nearby Green Park, as there will be a butler on hand to do that for you. Choose from an array of savoury and sweet options from the specially devised picnic menu, including poached salmon with lemon mayonnaise, a British artisan cheese plate and chocolate mousse

'The Walking Dead' stars to set sail on walker-themed cruise: See the exclusive video

The second season of Fear the Walking Dead has taken the walker action to the water — and now fans of the original series will get their chance, too. The second annual Walker Stalker Cruise is set for an epic voyage, and EW can exclusively announce that The Walking Dead’s Norman Reedus, Chandler Riggs, Michael Cudlitz, Tom Payne, Michael Traynor, and Greg Nicotero will be among the vacationers

36 Hours in Los Angeles

Home to captivating art, deeply rooted ethnic communities and world-class food, the nation’s second largest city is vivid, soulful and eclectic

First look: Inside the makeover of Cunard's Queen Mary 2

Unveiled in 2003, Queen Mary 2 was the world's largest passenger vessel at the time of its debut and remains an icon of the cruise world. Built with a long, reinforced bow and powerful engines capable of a speedy 28 knots, the 151,200-ton ship was the last great ocean liner designed to cross the Atlantic in the summer and cruise in the winter

Away from the city lights of the West, the night sky promises a dazzling celestial show

When I was a kid, summers meant evenings outside, falling asleep while watching stars parade westward over my family’s corn and cotton fields in Northern California. My star atlas sat by my sleeping bag, its spine ragged from constant use, its pages sloughing off by the score. Only gathering clouds could thwart my regular communion with the heavens

Bordeaux museum La Cit

Bulbous, unexpected, strange, definitely fluid, luminous and curvy – some of the adjectives that come to mind at first view of the new La Cité du Vin in Bordeaux. It crouches beside the Garonne, looking shapewise a bit like a garden slug sunning itself by the river, but in colour like a mirror reflection of sky and water, or a swirl of wine in a glass

10 of Britain's best-value hotels

It's possible to spend a night in a decent hotel without losing sleep over the cost. Here, the Good Hotel Guide recommends a selection of Britain’s best hotels for value, from urban cool to rural warmth

15 palace hotels that are fit for a queen

As The Queen celebrates her official 90th birthday, we look to some of the world's most glamorous regal retreats that were constructed for discerning monarchs. All of these properties were selected by our luxury travel experts, and – in our opinion – are fully fit for a queen

Tidal Wave Slide Opens on Liberty of the Seas and Other Cruise News

After several months of delays, Royal Caribbean has opened its Tidal Wave water slide on Liberty of the Seas, and other cruise news

A City Guide to Russia's Capital

Moscow: The capital of the Motherland. It’s the largest easternmost city on the European continent and is anything but modest about its historical or symbolical significance. From marble statues in the metro to the high cosmopolitan restaurants, Moscow is constantly showing off its majesty. The Russian parliament sits in Moscow and the city also serves as the capital of the Eastern Orthodox religion in the country, dubbing the city “The Third Rome.”

10 of the best new travel books

There’s nothing like good travel writing to transport a reader into distant realms. We pick entertaining, inspiring and challenging books that offer a different kind of journey

A tiny country of creative geniuses

The first time I glimpsed Edinburgh Castle, sprouting from the basalt like some giant stone apparition, I was stunned into an uncharacteristic silence. There is something about Edinburgh – indeed about all of Scotland ­– that inspires not only silence, but also a certain type of creative ingenuity

Which airlines have the most legroom?

What's the most important thing to keep in mind when booking a flight? Aside from price, and how likely the airline is to lose your luggage, leg room and general seating comfort are tops. If you're flying for more than five hours, you probably want more space to move around since deep vein thrombosis can be a huge concern. Space, however, can be hard to find as carriers try to squeeze in more and more rows to maximize passenger capacity per plane

Six airlines receive approval to fly to Cuba

The Department of Transportation approved American Airlines (AAL), Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways (JBLU), Silver Airways, Southwest Airlines (LUV) and Sun Country Airlines to offer flights between the two nations. The flights could be available as early as this fall, and will be departing from Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Chicago, Philadelphia, and Minneapolis/St. Paul.

How Scarlett Johansson Almost Ruined Our Family Road Trip

Confession: I have never been a fan of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. Even as a literature major and after numerous attempts to dive into Lewis Carroll’s book or movies starring Johnny Depp, I often found myself lost and inevitably meh soon after Alice’s tumble down the rabbit hole. But the latest iteration of the novel, an audiobook released on Audible earlier this year and read by Scarlett Johansson, had me intrigued. How could anyone—man, woman, or child—resist the captivating appeal of that voice? How could Scarlett Johansson not move mountains for Alice?

17 Rolling Backpacks, Duffels, and Weekender Bags that are Surprisingly Sleek

In a perfect world, your luggage would follow you around like a well-trained puppy. It would keep up with you while rushing to the gate to catch your flight and happily handle the cobblestoned streets of Rome without needing to be carried in your arms—all while looking incredibly cute and catching the attention of everyone you pass. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case (and, by the way, you’ll probably have to wait until next year before the trained puppy-like robotic luggage might be available to purchase). That vintage leather suitcase that’s seen every corner of the world is beautiful and romantic in theory, but schlepping it from the baggage carousel at Charles De Gaulle airport to the metro and up nine floors of uneven, winding stairs to your non–air conditioned, Parisian rooftop rental flat?

In Defense of the Three-Week Vacation

The ancient Romans believed in generous vacations: They took sightseeing tours for two to five years at a time. In more recent centuries, Europeans of means and faint constitutions spent multiple months languishing at spas. Even Jesus withdrew for 40 days and 40 nights to find some peace and quiet in the desert. Yet so many of us today — I’m speaking of those fortunate enough to have the resources and the vacation days — remain slavishly attached to our 24/7 connectivity and take only a week at a time, maybe two!, off work

Delta's new CEO touts service and reliability over price

Delta Air Lines is posting record profits and is generally envied by the rest of the industry, due largely to its success in catering to high-paying business passengers. While other carriers try to copy that model, Delta's new CEO, Ed Bastian, has turned his attention to the rest of the plane

Knott's opts for an old and familiar GhostRider over a new thrill ride

An extensive renovation of GhostRider has returned the aging wooden coaster to its original glory and left the Knott's Berry Farm ride running smoother and faster than it has in a decade

Mama Shelter hotel draws new crowd to lost Hollywood corner

Youth-focused hotel brings a younger generation to an old-school Hollywood neighbourhood

Trulli delicious: a taste of southern Italy in Puglia

“So, is the slow-cooked donkey off tonight? No d’asino al vino rosso?” The waiter, who speaks as little English as I speak Italian, disappears to consult with the kitchen. Back he comes, and all’s well. The donkey’s on. Everyone at the table breathes a sigh of relief and tucks into the salumi and cheese and the first of what will be many €12 bottles of house red

Is this the world's best hotel room?

“Please be careful,” says the manager as she hands over the keys, with a face like she’s just been ordered to scrub the chemical toilets after Glastonbury. To be fair, we don’t look much like the regular clientele at this particular property. In fact, with our unshaven faces, flip flops and puffa jackets we look more like a has-been boyband, 10 years past our prime. But this evening, just 12 hours after waking up in wooden barrels at the bottom of a Moravian field, we’re going to the opposite extreme - and spending the night in a Hapsburg palace

Sushi on Five Replaces Bistro on Five Across Celebrity Cruises Fleet

Celebrity Cruises is replacing its popular creperie, Bistro on Five, with Sushi on Five, after a four-month test onboard Celebrity Reflection

Let's Talk About Where You're Moving To In November

Every presidential election people threaten to, “move to Canada” if the candidate they don’t like wins. This time, I think it might be more than a threat for a lot of people. So, it’s time we have an open conversation about it. What exactly do you plan to do when you wake up on November 9th with a killer hangover because you drowned your sorrows the night before with a bottle of tequila (or whatever your alcohol of choice is) over the fact that some businessman with really orange skin and fabulous hair is now the president?

How to live like a billionaire on the cheap

From private islands that can be yours for as little as £100,000, to yachts and jets to rent for just £90 a pop, the luxury lifestyle isn’t so exclusive after all

How long will I wait in the TSA line?

I'm flying out of the busiest passenger airport in the world on Friday morning, and I don't know how early to get there for my flight. You'd think a travel writer would know. But I've seen the same tweets as everyone else about long, long security lines at airports all over the country, interspersed with tweets about short lines at the same airports

A Guide to Kauai’s Magical North Shore

Visiting Kauai’s North Shore, with its embarrassment of nature and cinematic coastlines, might convince you to forget about heading back to the mainland. And no one understands that more than the people who live there

You Can Now Stay on a Floating Airbnb Above the Great Barrier Reef

Airbnb announced their latest listing that consists of a floating apartment in the middle of the Great Barrier Reef. One lucky family will get the chance to spend the night through an online contest

Three-minute guide to Hoi An

Hoi An's UNESCO heritage-listed old town with a wonderfully ancient Japanese Bridge as its centrepiece, was miraculously untouched by the Vietnam-American War. What survives is a living museum of traditional early 19th century architecture and some. It's mostly closed to motorised traffic leaving pedestrians to wander carefree along serene lantern-lit streets. Alongside the old town, the Thu Bon River and its islands provide tranquil terrain to explore by boat and bike. Ten minutes out of town there are beaches to relax on

A cruise director’s guide to getting the most fun from your holiday at sea

Do you remember going to the circus for the first time as a kid? Stepping through the doors of the big top into a magical world of new and amazing sights, sounds and experiences and not knowing what to feast your eyes on first or what to devour next? That’s how I felt when I stepped aboard Royal Caribbean’s Voyager of the Seas for an eight-day cruise of the South Pacific

Walking Dead’s Norman Reedus Rides With 2 Wheels — and No Zombies

On “The Walking Dead,” Daryl Dixon often can be found on a motorcycle, speeding toward or away from one zombie adventure after another. It’s a tendency shared by the man who plays him, minus the zombies. Norman Reedus has ridden motorcycles since childhood and AMC, which broadcasts “Walking Dead,” has channeled his enthusiasm into “Ride With Norman Reedus,” a motorcycle travel series making its debut on June 12. An AMC executive pitched the idea and Mr. Reedus said yes “before he could change his mind,” he recalled recently. “It’s a dream job.”

10 Disney-inspired dream trips

From Cinderella to Ratatouille, Disney movies have always taught us that dreams do come true. They also inspire many of our own dreams to travel to and immerse ourselves in their magical worlds. Luckily for us, many of these movies are inspired by real places and experiences you can actually have — as long as you're willing to trade in the magic carpet for an airplane. Here are the ultimate travel experiences to see the world just like your favorite Disney hero

48 Hours in Shanghai

Shanghai is easy to reach and to find your way around, yet reveals many glimpses of life in the People’s Republic. And from this summer, there are more flights than ever from the UK, with 24 departures a week from Heathrow - and countless connections from other airports. Shanghai is also an excellent stopover for anyone planning a trip to the Far East or Australia; you can now build in a visa-free stay of up to six days, thanks to the 144-hour transit option available for passengers travelling on to another country. This is an excellent way to avoid the high price of a regular tourist visa for China, currently over £150

Europe's best secret beaches

The beach is the key to many a great holiday – from first childhood steps across the sand to teenage posturing and strolls en famille. But the perfect beach is rarely found by chance. The coasts of the Mediterranean and the Atlantic are fringed with an overwhelming array of beaches - many of which have been spoilt by concrete tower blocks and flocks of tourists. Head, instead, to one of these secret beaches - 52, one for every week of the year - chosen by our European experts in France, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Croatia, Greece and Turkey

Thomson Cruises Could Base a Ship in the UK in 2018

Thomson Cruises could base a ship in the UK year-round from 2018 following the acquisition of Royal Caribbean's Legend of the Seas. Thomson Cruises' managing director Helen Caron said the extra capacity afforded by a sixth ship -- which will be renamed TUI Discovery 2 -- joining the fleet in 2017 will allow her "more flexibility" when deciding deployment

Rest and Relaxation in Islamorada, Florida

Islamorada, a “village of islands”, is literally sprawled across various islands along the northern Keys, halfway between Miami and Key West. This sprawl reflects the town’s laid-back pace, where aside from fishing and water sports, there isn’t really much to do except sip something cool and soak up the rays

Surf's up: Peru's shrine to big-wave boarding

Thirty miles south of Lima and well off the tourist trail, Punta Hermosa is the go-to summer getaway for Limeños. For decades it has attracted surf fanatics in search of the perfect wave. I love visiting, as surfing is so much more than just a pastime here – it’s an inherent part of the community, and surfers young and old come together to bond over the best breaks in the country. They join Peru’s surfing star, Sofía Mulánovich, winner of the World Surfing Championships in Hawaii in 2004, who calls Punta Hermosa home

Milan's patron saint of wasted youth

Walk the streets of Milan's Ticinese district and you’ll see young people drinking freely in open spaces like Parco delle Basiliche and Piazza della Vetra – an odd sight for any American. But it wasn’t always like this in Milan: ask around, and most locals will tell you that this relaxed attitude toward public intoxication began back in the 1960s with Bar Rattazzo and its owner, Pietro Rattazzo

Disneyland reveals plans for luxury resort

Disney officials have submitted plans to the city of Anaheim, Calif. to begin construction on a new luxury hotel at Disneyland. The proposal, the first for a West Coast Disney hotel property in 20 years, would be the fourth hotel located at the resort, reports the OC Register. Plans reveal a 700-room, four-diamond hotel with plenty of luxury amenities including two pools, a fitness facility, concierge service and a kid’s play area. Guests will also be able to dine al fresco on the hotel’s rooftop restaurant, overlooking the park to catch Disneyland’s nightly firework display over Sleeping Beauty Castle. The average nightly rate is rumored to be $450

It's game on at the Hotel Zephyr

From magnetic dart boards and backgammon in the guest rooms to an outdoor lounge with life-size games of Connect Four and Jenga, every space invites guests to lighten up and play

House Passes Bill to Reduce Airport Wait Times

After weeks of nonstop airport chaos in the news, Congress is finally taking action to fix the Transportation Security Administration mess: In near record time, the House of Representatives on Tuesday unanimously approved the TSA's so-called "Checkpoint Optimization and Efficiency Act,” which was introduced at the end of May and rushed through in an attempt to stave off a summer gridlock at airports

This Guy Checked In With His Mom in the Cutest Way While Traveling

If your mom is anything like mine, the last thing she says before I get on a plane is, “Call me when you get there.” But like, it’s 2016. Deciding to utilize this era of social media we’re living in, Brussels-based model Jonathan Quiñonez skipped the calls and instead created an Instagram account specifically to update his mom on his travels. Posing creatively all over the world, in each picture he holds up a sign that reads, “Mom I’m Fine."

Take A Peek at the Outlandish Plans For The World's Tallest Yacht

Travelers can order a yacht ride on Uber or rent one on GetMyBoat, but there's now a new opportunity to make a splash on the world’s tallest yacht. The 492-foot-long and 125-foot-tall yacht, called the Shaddai, was envisioned by Italian yacht designer Gabriele Teruzzi. According to Maxim, it has everything one could want in a luxury yacht, including the “sensation of omnipotence.” There’s a 3,200-square foot “beach club” on board with an infinity pool and giant aquarium, too. And of course, there's the spectacular ocean view

Airlines project higher profits for 2016 but still get outdone by Starbucks

The world’s airlines have revised their 2016 profit forecast up by nearly 9%, but the industry still pales in comparison to a financial powerhouse such as coffee peddler Starbucks. That was the message from the International Air Transport Assn., the trade group that revised its annual profit forecast this week to $39.4 billion, up from the forecast in December of $36.3 billion. That equates to a 5.6% profit margin on revenue of $709 billion

How to Zip Through Airport Security

Airport security lines are so long that hundreds of fliers at several airports have reported missing their flights, and the head of the Transportation Security Administration recently warned passengers to continue to expect delays over the summer. While signing up for T.S.A. Precheck, a program that makes preflight risk assessments, is the most common piece of advice to fliers looking to shorten their waits, there are other ways, according to Michael Holtz, the owner of SmartFlyer, a global travel consultancy specializing in airfare. Below, he shares his tips for speeding through airport screening.

First look: The innovative new river ship that can get you to Prague

Thinking about a river cruise in Europe this year? Our latest Cruise Ship Tour, in the carousel above, offers a deck-by-deck look at the Continent's most unusual new river ship, the Elbe Princesse. Unveiled in April, the 80-passenger vessel is specially designed to navigate the shallow waters of the Elbe and Moldau rivers, allowing for year-round cruises between Berlin and Prague -- a temperamental route that has flummoxed river cruise operators in the past

$20 to $80 three-course dinners during Las Vegas Restaurant Week

From hot dogs and milk shakes to grilled sea bass and Waygu steaks, Las Vegas Restaurant Week is on. Diners will be getting bargains on multi-course meals -- and helping the area’s hungry too. More than 160 eateries are participating in the 10th annual event that started Monday and continues through June 17 (yes, it’s longer than a week)

The time of your life or your worst nightmare? Here's what goes down at adult summer camp

The adult summer camp is the latest solution for young professionals seeking to escape adult life and feel like a kid again

Euro 2016 host cities: guide to Paris

The core of the capital is where the Seine broadens around the two city-centre islands: the Ile de la Cité, home to the Cathedral of Notre-Dame, and the Ile-St-Louis. Other key monuments and intersections include the Opéra Garnier, the Place de la Concorde, the Arc de Triomphe and the Eiffel Tower

The perils of holidaying with friends - and how to avoid them

Last summer I enjoyed a short break with good friends, a break devoted mainly to winery visits, bottle opening and what most people call “drinking” but which we termed “tasting”. (As in, “I tasted a bottle-and-a-half last night.”) It was a most jolly time, foul weather putting long walks and other diversionary tactics out of the question. Food, wine and conviviality remained. I mention this so that you might share my happiness, and also to point out that joint holidays, even mini ones, don’t always go so well

Cunard Reveals More Details of QM2 Cruise Ship Refit During Dry Dock Tour

Cunard has revealed a host of additional features onboard its flagship Queen Mary 2 half way through its "remastering" in Germany. During a dry dock tour at Blohm Voss shipyard in Hamburg yesterday (June 7), the line showcased the highlights of the refurbished ship which include a complete redesign of the King's Court Buffet, a new wine room, 15 new single state rooms -- and 10 new kennels

8 U.S. Hotels Where You Can Get a Proper High Tea

If there’s one thing you need to do when you’re in England, it’s sit down for a proper tea. There’s nothing quite like taking a break from the day, sipping on delectable drinks, and munching on some petit fours. Unfortunately, many of us can’t get over to London just like that, but that doesn’t mean you can’t follow tradition and dine like the Queen

10 of the best coastal swimming spots in Ireland

The writer of a new book about great places for a seaside dip in Ireland had the help of a keen community of wild swimmers across the country, who shared secrets, tips and stories

The cleanest village in Asia

In a country known for its lack of sanitation – an issue Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has formed a national programme to address – this humble village is a model of cleanliness

American Airlines will reward fliers based on dollars, not miles

American Airlines is following other airlines by basing perks like free flights on how much passengers spend on tickets, not how many miles they fly. The change, which matches those at Delta Air Lines and United Airlines, starts with flights on Aug. 1 and rewards American's highest-paying passengers. Elite-status members of American's AAdvantage frequent-flier program will earn bonus miles for every dollar they spend

10 historic national park lodges

Waking up near the rim of the Grand Canyon, at the edge of a Yellowstone geyser or within view of a Hawaiian volcano are some of the highlights of these U.S. hotels. Situated in or near National Park Service sites, they are among the most exclusive resorts in the world, despite the fact that some don't offer air conditioning, an Internet connection or in one case, road access to the inn. Several of these historic park lodges predate the existence of the National Park Service, which was created 100 years ago this year

These Abandoned Airports Have Been Reborn as Massive Parks

While most of these deserted tarmacs have been razed to make way for residential communities and retail spaces, a few have been transformed into incredibly cool public parks. From Brooklyn to Berlin, here are seven of our favorites

This New Machine Will Pack Your Suitcase For You

Packing your suitcase can be one of the most frustrating things when it comes to travel. It takes a good amount of time and you have to actually try and fold everything perfectly to avoid wrinkles. Luckily, there’s a new machine in the works to take care of all that for you. The Foldimate is an automatic clothes-folding machine that precisely folds all of your items so all you have to do is place them in your suitcase. To make it work, you hang your chosen items on clips and the machine does the rest. Along with folding, the clothes go through a de-wrinkling, perfume, and sanitation treatment, making them smell and look fresh when you arrive at your destination

The RV industry has rebounded in a big and beautiful way

Some 9 million RVs are on the road in the United States, the highest number ever

The 15 Best Adults-Only All-Inclusive Resorts

Here's what you loved about upscale, adults-only all-inclusive resorts in the Caribbean and Mexico, all highly rated on our 2015 Readers' Choice Awards

Delta is Making In-Flight Entertainment Free to Absolutely Everyone

Nothing could be more frustrating than sitting on a long-haul flight, fiddling with a flashy new seat back entertainment console, only to discover that just 1 of the 300 movies on demand are free—and it’s a terrible film. Delta is going to make that moment of disappointment and impending boredom (read: doom) go away. The airline has just announced a fleet-wide policy of free entertainment for all, regardless of your status or cabin class. Yes, that even means you in Basic Economy

Beach goers fuel record tourism for Gulf Shores, AL.com reports

New Orleans area residents who often use the Alabama Gulf Coast as their summer playground are helping to drive record tourism numbers there, according to AL.com. For the fifth consecutive year, Baldwin County – fueled by beach-bound travelers to Gulf Shores and Orange Beach – enjoyed record-setting growth in the number of visitors, travel-related employment and earnings

The World's Best Rooftop Bars

The Ibiza night-life is legendary, and where better to experience it than a rooftop terrace with views across the Mediterranean coastline? Designed to emulate the deck of a ship, The Ninth sits atop the Hard Rock Hotel, and with 360-degree views it’s a spectacular spot to take in the sunset – and a cocktail or two. You can kick on into the wee hours, with live music part of the offering

One essential item luxury hotels have lost

Something is missing from some of the most luxurious, high-end hotels. And it's annoying - particularly for women travellers

$1,200 for Coach? How to Beat the New Airfare Rules

A few months ago, the nation’s three major airlines quietly tweaked their fare rules. The result? Travelers encountered notably higher prices for certain multicity round-trips (visiting several cities by plane) and open-jaw trips (flying into one city, traveling to another by, say, car or train, then flying home from that city)

Around the world in 121 days? Check out this epic new cruise

Luxury line Silversea is planning another epic cruise that nearly circles the globe for 2018. The 121-day voyage on the 382-passenger Silver Whisper will kick off Jan. 6, 2018 in Los Angeles and include stops at 60 ports in 21 countries. It'll end in Rome on May 8, 2018

The Time is an effortlessly cool hotel in New York's tawdry Times Square

Times Square is synonymous with tawdry, touristy New York. The blinding lights, the monstrous advertising, naked cowboys and strange mascots peddling for your money. It’s sensory overload in the city that never sleeps. Hotels in the area, you’d think, would follow suit. But The Time is anything but tacky. Where the outside world is trying too hard, The Time is effortlessly cool, inside and out

How Brexit will affect British tourism

The big EU questions: With 20 days to go before the vote on British membership of the EU, the debate so far has been characterised by bias, distortion and exaggeration. Until the referendum, we are running a series of question-and-answer features that will try to explain the most important issues in a detailed, dispassionate way

Is Genoa Italy's most underrated city?

In some ways, there’s no more appropriate a port of call for a cruise than Genoa. True, the capital of Liguria isn’t the most glamorous corner of Italy. Indeed, as a salty workhorse, its eyes ever on the sea, the country’s sixth largest city isn’t even the most elegant part of the mountainous, beach-laden region of which it is king

Norwegian Jewel to Cruise from Sydney in Summer 2017-18

Norwegian Cruise Line has confirmed Norwegian Jewel will be homeported in Sydney for its 2017-18 Australian summer season. The news follows the line’s previous announcement of a short local season with Norwegian Star in early 2017

Branding Hiroshima Beyond Obama

At last month’s G7 Summit at Ise-Shima, I was in a part of Japan not readily featured in travel brochures. It has no hustle and bustle like global megalopolis Greater Tokyo, with its 35 million that make up over one quarter of Japan’s entire population. It is not the ancient cultural capital Kyoto with its 17 UNESCO World Heritage sites

Video: SeaWorld-owned orca whale 'beaches' herself after Loro Parque show

Video of a captive killer whale beaching herself for more than 10 minutes on a concrete slab has reignited animal activists in the fight to free marine mammals used as entertainment. But the theme park that keeps the mammal said it's "totally natural behavior."

Crowne Plaza hotels to get a $200 million redesign

InterContinental Hotels Group has announced a $200 million investment in its Crowne Plaza Hotels and Resorts brand that will include a redesign of guest rooms and public meeting areas. The goal of the three-year "Crowne Plaza Accelerate" program is to make the brand’s properties in the Americas a better fit for modern business travelers who want to work hard but still have downtime while on the road

In San Ignacio Lagoon, Mexico, the whales are so close you could kiss them — or at least try

There are whale people — and then there's the rest of the world. Whale people don't always signal their status, although some of them can be seen sporting fluke earrings or a carved-whale pendant or T-shirts with sayings such as : "I speak whale." I didn't speak whale and I still don't, even after several days trolling for them in Baja's San Ignacio Lagoon, but I did emerge a convert from whale camp

Forgotten through time, ancient Kuelap in Peru an ethereal escape

The taxi climbs endless switchbacks until we’re level with the clouds. Then, after a two-kilometre walk to a breathless elevation of 3,000 metres, I’m a speck against the ancient and dramatic 20-metre-high stone walls of Kuelap, dubbed the Machu Picchu of the North

Virgin Trains to launch entertainment app for passengers

Virgin Trains has launched a Netflix-style entertainment system allowing passengers to watch films and TV programmes on demand using their own devices. Travellers can stream a library of around 200 hours of content to their mobiles and tablets. The free service involves using Virgin's Beam app via an on-board server, meaning there is no need to use wi-fi or mobile data

The world's most beautiful mosques

As the Islamic world begins to celebrate Eid al-Adha and the end of the Hajj pilgrimage, we look at the most beautiful mosques in Morocco, Saudi Arabia, India, Pakistan, and beyond

Celebrity Cruise Ship Collides with Dock in Alaska, Sustains Minor Damage

Celebrity Infinity sustained minor damage when the cruise ship collided with a pier while attempting to dock Friday afternoon in Ketchikan, Alaska

Pride pilgrimage: 11 off-the-beaten-path celebrations

Pride season is upon us. What began as a few relatively small events in remembrance of the Stonewall Riots and to promote the acceptance of the LGBT community has evolved into an entire season, focused in June, that promotes acceptance of the LGBTIQA community - for those who are not familiar, that’s Lesbian, Gay, Transgender, Intersex, Queer/Questioning and Allies

48 hours in the Gold Coast: rainforest walks, organic food and fine dining shake up expectations

Forget the theme parks: the Gold Coast regains its cool factor, thanks to hip cafes, farmers' markets and unusual accommodations

Ultimate yacht can shape-shift when it hits the water

Increasingly, yachts are being made in a variety of different shapes and sizes. Yet one recent cruiser seems to break the mold. A body-shifting surprise awaits in the stern of the Evo 43 yacht: a transforming cockpit, controlled by smartphone or tablet, with sides that extend outward, increasing the total deck space to 270 square feet

20 planes every aviation fan should fly in

We're flying more than ever. At any one time, the skies are buzzing with activity -- air traffic measured in Revenue Passenger Kilometers has grown 85% in the past 15 years and Airbus's Global Market Forecast 2015 predicts it will grow 145% by 2034

Teen Stowaway Found in Cargo Hold After 8-Hour Flight

A teenage boy sneaked into the cargo hold of an Emirates passenger plane in China and made it all the way to Dubai before being apprehended, the airline and Chinese media said Tuesday

5 Ways to Keep Your Passport Safe When Traveling

It's precious cargo, but there are easy ways to avoid losing or damaging your passport. And those pickpockets won't stand a chance

George Takei of 'Star Trek' is Inviting Fans to Join Him on a Zero-Gravity Flight

In honor of Star Trek’s 50th anniversary this summer, actor George Takei (a.k.a. Mr. Sulu) is inviting 20 guests to join him on a zero-gravity flight on G-Force One, a modified Boeing 727

TFE Hotels uncovers what the modern day traveller wants from the hotel of the future

What do travellers really want from their hotel? It’s not just a comfy bed, although that’s definitely up there. TFE Hotels, whose brands include Adina, Medina, Vibe and Travelodge hotels, held an innovation lab at TEDxSydney recently to uncover the key needs of the modern day traveller to help shape the hotel of 2020

Five hidden-gem Greek islands

Greece has somewhere between 2,000 and 6,000 islands and islets scattered through the Aegean and Ionian Seas, of which a little over 200 are inhabited. Many visitors come to the islands with an ingrained image: Whitewashed houses and churches with vivid blue accents, crisp burnt orange sunsets, a labyrinth of narrow streets where a slant of sunlight peaks through the alabaster town square. That really is what favorites like Santorini and Mykonos look like, which is why they're so popular and crowded

Vivid Sydney's pop-culture fest lights up the city  with music and ideas too

Australia's biggest light show -- projecting images onto the Opera House and other landmarks -- is on until June 18. But only when it's dark

Cordis hotel in Hong Kong offers respite from the masses

Densely packed and vibrant, with far fewer expats than Hong Kong Island, the district of Mong Kok in Kowloon is renowned for its shopping and eating, not to mention its iconic neon signs. The Langham Place hotel has been a part of the neighbourhood since 2005, and the chain chose this location to transform into its first, well-being-focused Cordis hotel. The new brand encourages guests to get out and explore the nearby streets, while also offering them an oasis from the crowds

Inside planes' secret bedrooms where cabin crew go to rest

The hidden areas where cabin crews rest when not pacing up and down plane aisles have been revealed in a series of fascinating photos. Images of concealed interiors on select Boeing 777 and 787 planes show staff sleeping quarters with beds, mattresses and curtains, accessible only by secret staircases, hidden behind security-coded doors. Some of the sleeping areas, known as Crew Rest Compartments (CRC), are even hidden behind entrances that resemble overhead luggage bins

Łódź: the best city you can't pronounce

When it comes to fairy tale destinations, the Polish city of Łódź wouldn’t trouble many - if any - bucket lists. Nicknamed “the Manchester of Poland”, it was a smoking industrial behemoth during the 19th Century, before collapsing into catastrophic decline after the Great Depression

Disney Wonder to Receive a Marvel Super Hero Academy, Tiana's Place Restaurant and More During Massive Refurb

Disney Wonder will receive several new attractions including a Marvel Super Hero Academy, It's a Small World Nursery, Tiana's Place restaurant and an English-style pub during a fall dry dock in Cadiz, Spain

Wonderland, After Hours

Above the grey, chimney-strewn rooftops, the sky is dusky indigo. Of the little darkened storefronts along the rue du Bac, only one remains lit. Monsieur Deyrolle‘s old taxidermy, the front door is ajar. We tiptoe up the creaky, winding stairs, to a secret menagerie, where spots of light from the street lamps outside filter softly through the tall glass panes. Paintings and plants, books and animals are all fast asleep. Our intrusion goes unacknowledged; the bear’s nose barely twitches, the lion’s tail does not stir

Georgia on his mind: Chris Morgan Jones's Tbilisi highlights

Georgia is a gift to a novelist: it seems to change every 10 miles. Tbilisi and the mountains in the north-east – the places I use in my new book – are particularly rich. It was important to me to pick a location as alien to most readers as it is to my main character, who finds himself a long way from home and utterly out of his depth. And it has Russia to the north – a long-term enemy/rival/meddler in Georgian affairs – to add tension

See Cabin Damage After Plane 'Bounces' in Aborted Landing

A United Airways pilot aborted his landing at Newark, New Jersey, after the Boeing 767 bounced so hard that ceiling panels fell into the aisle

The train fanatic's fantasy inn

The Izaak Walton Inn sits in the unincorporated township of Essex, 26 miles from West Glacier and 30 from East Glacier

How to Pack for a Destination Wedding

While out-of-town weddings are a no-brainer excuse to travel, packing for the big day can be a more complicated endeavor. This season, we've done the careful planning for you, by developing comprehensive style guides to ceremonies around the globe

Uber is Offering Free Trips to Bermuda, But You Have to Leave Tomorrow

Uber partnered with Bermuda Tourism Authority and is sending New York riders on a free trip to Bermuda, but there's a catch. Winners have to have their passport handy and be able to travel tomorrow

World's most incredible bookstores

The world's most incredible bookstores, according to SmarterTravel.com

8 places to see the world’s cutest baby animals

Wildlife encounters are often the highlights of a holiday - especially when they involve baby animals. Here are some of the best places to see the world’s cutest creatures

Le Boat launches new range of high-spec, self-drive boats

Le Boat has launched a new range of high-spec, self-drive boats for couples and small groups, the first of which floated out last month

The Ritz Paris Is Back

“When I dream of afterlife in heaven,” Ernest Hemingway once wrote in a letter to his friend and fellow writer A.E. Hotchner, “the action always takes place in the Paris Ritz.” It’s been awhile, but the Ritz is back in action. After a renovation that kept its doors shut for nearly four years, the Ritz Paris is reopening June 6, a few days and 118 years after its original June 1, 1898, opening and almost three months later than intended because of a fire at the property in January

Delta adds London nonstop from Portland, Ore.

Delta Air Lines will add nonstop service between Portland, Ore., and London Heathrow. Starting May 26, Delta will fly four flights a week between the cities on Boeing 767-300ER aircraft. The seasonal service will run through Oct. 29, 2017, and will be Portland's first-ever nonstop connection to the United Kingdom, The Oregonian reports. It was announced as part of a series of trans-Atlantic route adjustments being made by Delta and joint-venture partner Virgin Atlantic

In search of South Africa's other Big Five

It's the smell that hits us first as we approach downwind of the offshore rocks: an acrid, noxious, inescapable stench. Undeterred, our boat ventures forward, following a frothy slick being borne from the rocks by the current. As we get closer, a raucous cacophony of braying, barking and bleats comes into earshot. It's a seal colony - our first brush with wildlife on this alternative "Big Five" safari

Reasons you should visit Chile

Chile is about to become much more accessible for Britons, thanks to the launch of a direct British Airways flight between London Heathrow and Santiago next January. Here’s why it ought to be next on your list

Thomson Cruises Acquires Second Royal Caribbean Ship

Thomson Cruises has confirmed the purchase of Legend of the Seas from Royal Caribbean International. The 1,832-passenger ship will join the Thomson fleet in May 2017, and will sail under the name of TUI Discovery 2. The news comes nine days before the launch of the line's latest ship TUI Discovery -- another former Royal Caribbean ship and a sister to Legend, Splendour of the Seas

This Undiscovered Tour Is More Magical Than A Fairy Tale

You are looking for an experience of a lifetime. An adventure that does not break the bank or take 20 hours to get to. You want something off-the-beaten path, something you can brag about discovering first. Does something like this really exist? I am here to tell you it does, in Sisal, Yucatán, Mexico and it is called a chalana tour, otherwise known as the secret cenote tour of Sisal. A blend of magic and culture and super affordable with the current U.S dollar exchange rate 18 to 1 against the Peso

The airlines most likely to lose your luggage

You have been waiting for your trip for weeks. You’re packing and unpacking a few times a day because you can’t decide what to bring. You finally manage to squeeze everything into a one small bag – because you don’t want to pay another $80 for an extra bag – and you’re on your way. Then the airline loses your luggage and you have to spend more money to buy clothes until you get your suitcase back

Chinese park turns old buses into hotels

Abandoned vehicles may not shout holiday charm, but a resort in northern China is attracting customers with its unique, cartoon-filled bus hotels

Walk This Way: Let Your Shoes Tell You Where To Go

Why stare at your smartphone screen to get directions when you can let your sneakers guide you to your destination using Bluetooth and vibrations?

The Tiny Oil-Rich Corner of Africa Everyone's Fighting Over

In this week's Maphead, Ken Jennings examines an isolated sliver of Angola that wants nothing more than to be left alone. While looking at southwestern Africa on a map or globe, you might have noticed something odd: a little dot of Angola-colored territory sandwiched in between the Republic of the Congo and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, but miles away from the rest of Angola. This exclave is the province of Cabinda, and its cultural origins are completely different from Angola's other 17 provinces. Many Cabindans want independence, but there's one little billion-dollar hitch: oil

Watch an Amazing Time Lapse Video of How the World Trade Center's Train Station Was Built

EarthCam released a time-lapse movie showing five years of construction on New York City's World Trade Center transportation hub in under two minutes. Watch the incredible clip

The unexpected Amazon

"The Amazon is both less and more than people imagine," expedition leader Carlos Romero says over breakfast on the first morning of our 10-day Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic cruise into Peru's Upper Amazon. "It is 'less' in the sense that people come expecting to see big animals like in a diorama and 'more' because of the biodiversity and the interconnectedness of rainforest creatures great and small, including an estimated 2.5 million insect species. There could be 10 million, we don't know."

How One Selfie Saved Two Hikers Stuck on a Mountain in England

Selfies have been known to do much more harm than good—just take all of the people unintentionally killing animals while on the hunt for the perfect Instagram post (more on that here). Let it be known that there was at least one time a situation was bettered all thanks to one selfie. Here's the story: A couple of hikers found themselves in a precarious situation while exploring England's Peak District, specifically the Winnats Pass area of the park. With nowhere to safely go, the hikers reached out to a nearby safety crew for help

Rowdy and Bawdy, New Orleans is a Party for Families Too

Sometimes rowdy parades, random eruptions of jazz and traffic jams involving cross-dressing belles on the way to a Krewe ball are just what a family vacation calls for. It is this unapologetic sass, in fact, that makes children fall head over heels in love with New Orleans

Are outrageous airline fees going buh-bye?

Airline fees aren't disappearing anytime soon, but the most ridiculous of them may be headed for the emergency exits. By "ridiculous" I mean United Airlines' $50 processing fee for tickets refunded to passengers after unplanned events such as jury duty, illness or death. Or Delta Air Lines' $25 fee for booking a ticket by phone

Las Vegas: Say goodbye to mermaids, deep-fried Twinkies on Fremont Street

Three downtown Las Vegas landmarks are closing, including the first casino to ever receive a gaming permit in Sin City

Hairspray on your map and more: Four vacation hacks you can use right now

Don't let a petty problem ruin your vacation. In his new book, Last-Minute Travel Secrets, author Joey Green shares more than 100 clever - and tested - travel hacks to make any kind of trip more enjoyable. Here are just a few of his tricks

48 Hours in Bordeaux

Following the meticulous 15-year renovation of its magnificent, Unesco-listed 18th-century centre city and the launch of a sleek new tramway system – cars are painted a jaunty forest green, median strips are turfed – Bordeaux inaugurates the £65m La Cité du Vin (1) (laciteduvin.com) today. Designed by Paris-based architectural firm XTU, the swirling gold, aluminium and glass building on the banks of the Garonne River north of the city’s historic heart aspires to be the world’s largest cultural centre devoted to wine

POP: The low-cost airline that gives away its profits (and serves free food)

A new “socially responsible” low-cost airline that plans to give more than half of its profits to charity hopes to launch this year offering cheap flights from Stansted to India. POP, which stands for People over Profit, wants to give its passengers the opportunity to select the “community causes” they wish to support when booking tickets

MSC Cruises Announces Second Exclusive Island Resort

MSC Cruises has created an exclusive "beach oasis" for passengers on Dubai and Abu Dhabi cruises from this winter. The 1.5 mile long stretch of land on the natural island of Sir Bani Yas, just off the southwest coast of Abu Dhabi, features hundreds of palm trees, shaded cabanas and more than 2,000 sunbeds across 387,500 square feet of beaches. It is MSC's second exclusive island development -- last year the line announced plans to create Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve in the Bahamas

Hidden Gems of Central Park

You could spend a whole week exploring Central Park’s 843 acres of green lawns, cultivated gardens and man-made lochs - and you’d still miss out on the secret spots that we locals have come to love. Here, Chelsea Stuart reveals where to track them down

So you're lost in the wilderness - these tips could save your life

Celebrated adventure writer Mark Jenkins on what it takes to survive if ever you find yourself lost in the wild - and it all starts with a map and compass

Ben Gurion: the world's most secure airport?

As security concerns mount at international airports, more security officials are turning to Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion International Airport to understand what it does differently

Jennifer Fisher's Family-Friendly Guide to Aspen

The jewelry designer takes us to her favorite places for a mid-mountain lunch, gluten-free desserts, and designer shopping while in town

You Can Spend the Night in Princess Diana's Childhood Home

It was recently announced that Althrop, Princess Diana's childhood home and final resting place, will open to overnight visitors a number of dates in an effort to raise money for the Whole Child International charity

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney reveals its most popular room service items

For many of us, the ultimate indulgence while on holiday is ordering room service. The luxury of staying in your pyjamas and having a meal brought to your room on a silver tray while lounging in your huge hotel bed in front of a good movie. Bliss

New Disney cruises to take in coastal Canada

Fans of Disney Cruise Line can look forward to new itineraries along Canada's eastern coast in 2017. Disney on Tuesday said the 1,754-passenger Disney Magic would operate a seven-night voyage from New York on Oct. 21, 2017 that includes a stop at Canada's Prince Edward Island -- a new destination for the line

Too Much Baggage? How to Ship Your Luggage

Door-to-door luggage services, from new apps to veteran websites, allow travelers to breeze through airports and cities baggage-free

Favorite upscale hotels: Top picks from our travel panel

These days, robots are increasingly appearing with hotel room service orders, smartphones are serving as keys, and tablets are controlling the room temperature. But for USA TODAY Road Warriors who have the budget to stay at upscale hotels, human interaction is the key to making them loyal to a particular brand. “The difference is the people,” says Robert Getzenberg, a scientist in Memphis.

These 14 desert parks are the hottest destinations in the Southwest

The National Park Service oversees dozens of desert parks throughout the American Southwest. Here are some you won't want to miss

Life truly is beautiful in Tuscany's underappreciated Arezzo

It’s taken me 3 1/2 hours and almost 15 years to get here. Standing slack-mouthed in the centre of Piazza Grande, I rotate 360 degrees to gape at this arrestingly beautiful sloping piazza of medieval houses, Gothic and Renaissance palazzi, a multi-arched loggia and, the pièce de resistance, the rounded wedding-cake-like apse of the church of Santa Maria della Pieve

Cool Place of the Day: The Beach at Bude, Cornwall

Ask a local to direct you to the coolest bar in Bude, and most of them will wave you towards The Beach Bar. For here, killer cocktails – or, by day, simply coffee and cake – are as much a part of the lifestyle as the sandy beach in view from its terrace

Cities Consider Privatizing TSA To Speed Up Checkpoints, But Would It?

Some experts say replacing the TSA with private airport security firms wouldn't solve the problems causing long wait times and would do little to help this summer's busy travel season

Europe's 16 oldest cities

While many of the world's oldest cities, settled around the Fertile Crescent in the Middle East, are off-limits to travellers at present, Europe's most ancient settlements are very much open to visitors. These are the continent's 16 oldest continually inhabited

Adventure of the Seas to Receive Water Slides, FlowRiders

Royal Caribbean will add multiple water slides, an aqua park and its popular Izumi Asian restaurant to Adventure of the Seas during the ship's November dry dock, RoyalCaribbeanBlog.com has revealed. Among the additions will be the cyclone and typhoon water slides, which can also be found on Liberty of the Seas and Harmony of the Seas

The Cheapest Way to Book a Flight

A vital part of your travel planning will be the purchase of your airline tickets. The days of totally relying on a travel agent to find you the best prices and complete your bookings are long gone. Agents still have a significant role to play in the travel industry but with the evolution of online booking, you now have an assurance of getting the best possible deal

Iceland plans Airbnb restrictions amid tourism explosion

Iceland is poised to curb an Airbnb explosion as it tries to balance record tourist numbers with the protection of its spectacular unspoilt landscape and traditional lifestyle. Proposed legislation, which could become law this week, seeks to restrict the number of days residents can offer Airbnb rentals in their properties to 90 days a year before they must pay business tax

Introducing the clothing-optional 'Desire Cruise' for couples

Theme cruises will heat up in 2017 when Original Group, the Mexican adult hospitality and Desire Resorts curator, puts on the “Desire Cruise” aboard Azamara Club Cruises’ Azamara Quest. The couples-only, clothing-optional sailing is scheduled from September 26 to October 3, 2017 in the Mediterranean, a roundtrip voyage from Venice, Italy

How to win a fight with a shark

Ah, the joys of summer. Getting lost on road trips. Firework injuries. Shark attacks. Yes, we know there are a ton of terrible things more likely to befall you than a shark taking a liking to you. But it does happen (last year, there were about 100 attacks worldwide). So, as you head to the beach, here are some tips to keep you from becoming shark snack

The Best Hikes in the World

We've rounded up 13 of the best hiking trails around the world perfect for your next adventure. Time to lace up your boots and hit the trail

My Memorial Day Tribute to Someone Who Told Me to Travel

Memorial Day is something that should be celebrated more than just once a year. To me, memories are the most valuable thing you can poses, and remembrance is the highest value that someone can leave once they’re gone. I know that Memorial Day is meant to specifically honor our past and present soldiers, but for me it has more of an impact because of how much it impacted my grandfather; a World War II Ex-Prisoner of War, who before his last days, finally told me to travel

36 Hours in Philadelphia

With the Democratic National Convention to be held here in July, Philadelphia has never been more ready to show itself off to the world

Memorial Day: 10 beaches to start summer off right

Memorial Day is the unofficial kick off to summer, even though the season doesn't officially begin for another three weeks. And summer means the beach to many: a time to play in the sun, build castles in the sand, and swim in some cool blue water. From golden beaches circling lakes to swaths of white sand fronting salty turquoise-tinged ocean, here are our 10 top picks for the best beaches to salute summer on this Memorial Day weekend

Memorial Day weekend: 4 workarounds for Yosemite's expected traffic crush

Don't want to spend your weekend in Yosemite stuck in traffic? Plan ahead and follow these four tips

Vacation like a king in French farmland at Domaine des Etangs

The Charente-Limousin region has lush landscapes, few foreign tourists and this new luxury property

48 hours in Toronto

Despite a brief flurry of snow in mid-May, the people of Toronto are enjoying the onset of summer. The city wears shirtsleeves from June to September, and celebrates its astonish cultural diversity with events such as Taste of Toronto (23-26 June, tasteoftoronto.com) – in which top chefs conduct cooking classes and demonstrations. For British visitors, reaching Canada’s biggest metropolis has never been cheaper nor easier, with intense competition from budget airlines

Places where women are banned - and one where no men are allowed

This mountain and peninsula in northern Greece is home to more than 2,000 monks living the ascetic life in one of 20 Eastern Orthodox monasteries. Outsiders, such as Vladimir Putin, who will visit this weekend, are allowed in with special permission - so long as they aren't female (as has been the case for more than 1,000 years)

Empress of the Seas Returns to Royal Caribbean Service

Empress of the Seas has returned to service for Royal Caribbean, nearly two months later than originally planned. The ship arrived at its Miami homeport after a $50 million revitalization and will depart on its first sailing for Royal Caribbean on May 27

4 apps for a worry-free vacation

Memorial Day means the start of summer and that means the start of peak travel season in the US. That’s great! Wait...is it? That also means that everyone else has the same bright idea. The age old statistic about the increase of home burglaries during the summer months hasn’t changed, and criminals keep their eyes open for families to take their week long escapes

World's 25 most popular amusement parks

Mickey Mouse reigns again. The world's most famous mouse house has topped the list of the world's 25 most popular theme and amusement parks. The Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World in Florida welcomed more than 20.4 million visitors in 2015, a 6% increase of over 2014, according to a report released Wednesday

319 People Flee as Passenger Jet Catches Fire

An engine fire broke out on a Korean Air jet about to take off from a Tokyo on Friday, authorities said. The incident prompted authorities to temporarily close down Japan's busiest aviation hub. Firefighters put out the blaze within the hour. No injuries were reported, although around 30 passengers said they felt unwell, according to state-owned broadcaster NHK

These Italian Airbnbs Might Be Better Than a 5-Star Hotel

Home-sharing site Airbnb expands its luxury offerings with Tuscan villas, some with their own chef and amphitheater

You Can Pick Up Shia LaBeouf on Your Next Roadtrip

If you've ever wondered what it would be like to take a road trip with Shia LeBeouf, now's your chance. The actor-turned-artists is currently making his way across the United States with help from a few lucky drivers open to picking up a famous hitchhiker. He's calling the endeavor #TakeMeAnywhere, and kicked off the adventure last Monday. Drivers can track LeBeouf's progress on Twitter, where the star is sharing his GPS coordinates in the hopes that people passing through will take notice

Aussies swapping the car for cruise ships

An annual snapshot of the cruise industry shows almost 270,000 Aussies boarded a ship in the last year to visit local destinations, up 80,000 (or 42 per cent) on the previous year. The figure made Australia the second most popular cruise destination for travellers after the South Pacific

Hotels Bring the Outdoors Inside

In lobbies and even guest rooms, gardens, ponds and trees bring a sense of natural peace

How to Help Your Kids Sleep on Planes

The thought of bringing a three-year-old on a long-haul flight to, say, Australia is enough to make the coolest parent panic, yet gone are the days when we could speak openly about Mom or Dad rubbing a little whiskey on the gums to help soothe the savage screams. Which brings us to option B: It is it okay to give your young children a little something before take-off to help them sleep? “There is a common belief that giving an antihistamine, specifically diphenhydramine (Benadryl), to children will help them sleep [on a long trip],” says Dr. Noelle Leung, a pediatric acute care clinical pharmacist at the University of Kentucky HealthCare

China's Car-Swallowing Monster Bus Could Save 800 Tons of Fuel a Year

In recent years China seems to have begun addressing its urgent pollution problem in earnest. Cities like Shanghai are repurposing land for urban forests and building magnificent eco-friendly (well, friendlier) skyscrapers

Road-trip time: A guide to southwest Michigan's booming brewery scene

Nick Kuhn and I sat on the front porch of the brewery he opened last summer in a pastoral slice of southwest Michigan hugged by farms and trees. A two-lane road sat at the end of his curving driveway, but there wasn't a car in sight — just a handful of beer sippers on a languid Friday afternoon and Kuhn's two kids kicking a soccer ball on the broad lawn

The best beaches in the Florida Keys

Almost every section of Florida has wider and sandier beaches than you'll find in the Keys. But the turquoise Caribbean water? And the fish and sea life you see snorkeling right off shore? And the whole Keys atmosphere and attitude? Yeah, you can't find that anywhere else

Ten best of the best budget airlines you've probably never heard of

We might all be well aware to look for bargain flight tickets with Jetstar or Tiger, while the likes of Air Asia, Ryanair, Easyjet and Southwest Airlines are well-known further afield. But there are also some very handy low cost carriers that link less obvious parts of the world – and this little lot are worth knowing about

In This Part of Tuscany, No Souvenirs Necessary

Punta Ala, Italy, is not high profile, and that is one of its many charms — along with beautiful beaches and leisurely seafood lunches

World's largest cruise ship to get a sister in 2021

The new world's largest cruise ship, Harmony of the Seas, will be getting another sister in 2021. Royal Caribbean late Wednesday announced it had signed a memorandum of understanding with the STX France shipyard to build a fifth Oasis class vessel for delivery in the spring of that year

"Frozen" musical turns hit movie into a Broadway-style stage show

The "Frozen" musical opening Friday in the Hyperion Theater at Disney California Adventure turns the hit 2013 animated movie into a stage show with Broadway-quality costumes, sets, special effects and musical score

Which is the perfect Greek island for you?

The British love affair with the Greek islands shows no sign of diminishing. Despite recent economic worries and the Syrian refugee crisis, we continue to flock to the country in huge numbers looking for unspoilt island life; unpretentious food and accommodation; quiet beaches; walks through green, mountainous interiors; and a complete removal from the stresses of modern life

1 million Australians, 4.5% of population, opt for ocean cruises

A record 1,058,781 Australians took an ocean cruise in 2015, a rise of 14.6 per cent on the previous year, delivering the industry’s 13th consecutive year of double-digit growth. If the headline sounds familiar, it’s because last year’s report of cracking the million also included river cruising; ocean cruise numbers in 2014 were officially 923,726

6 Awesome Hotels That Were Once Celebrity Homes

You’ve booked the celebrity home tours, watched endless reruns of “Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous,” and feverishly scrolled through your favorite A-listers’ Instagram feeds for a glimpse of what it’s like to walk in their shoes. But to truly understand how the other half lives, one must spend a night in their master bedrooms, lounge in their stunning pools, and fuel up in their state-of-the-art kitchens. Luckily, we’ve rounded up six celebrity abodes-turned-hotels for all those times that walking tour just won’t cut it

The ultimate eco campsite? Swinging from the trees, Finland

Truly green camping near Helsinki means barely crushing so much as a blade of grass - thanks to tents suspended from tree trunks

Disney World honors woman's unused ticket from 1994 — when she was 4

When Chelsea Herline was 4 years old, she missed out on a day at Disney World because she was too sick to go on her family's last day at the park. Twenty-two years later, Herline, 27, was able to have her day of fun at the theme park in Orlando by redeeming the same unused ticket her family had saved from 1994

Photos that'll make you want to travel

Unless they're hilariously bad, we normally steer clear of other people's yawn-inducing vacation snaps. With a few exceptions. National Geographic's annual travel photo contest is one of them. Each year this event draws staggeringly beautiful images from around the planet that simultaneously fill us with the joy of hitting the road and the despair at our own inferior photography efforts

My Wedding Dress Would Like an Aisle Seat

Advice on how to take a wedding dress on a plane, and what to do about honeymoon tickets bought under your maiden name

New Disney cruises to take in coastal Canada

Fans of Disney Cruise Line can look forward to new itineraries along Canada's eastern coast in 2017. Disney on Tuesday said the 1,754-passenger Disney Magic would operate a seven-night voyage from New York on Oct. 21, 2017 that includes a stop at Canada's Prince Edward Island -- a new destination for the line

More for Your Money: How dynamic pricing affects you, more or less

You'll pay more for some things when you're on vacation based on "dynamic" pricing--the method by which price increases in correlation to demand. Here are four ways to beat that

Hotel review: No38 The Park, Cheltenham

There's no shortage of places to stay in the Cotswolds and Gloucestershire area; pretty architecture, rolling fields and proximity to London make it a hotspot for weekend breaks from the capital, as well as a preferred country jaunt for tourists looking for a "chocolate box" destination

First look inside Bordeaux's world-beating wine museum

Bordeaux is wine capital of the world. You name a reasonable rival and we might discuss it, but I can’t think of one. Naturally, the river city offers more than wine. The 18th and 19th-century elegance of the monumental centre articulates a faith in the rightness of colonial riches. Alongside, in the old town, the message from medieval churches dissipates fast through low-lit narrow streets athrob with restaurants, bars and an international conspiracy of pleasure-seekers

Regent Seven Seas Cruises Name H.S.H. Princess Charlene of Monaco as Godmother of Seven Seas Explorer

Regent Seven Seas has named H.S.H. Princess Charlene of Monaco as the godmother of their fourth ship Seven Seas Explorer. The christening will take place at a gala ceremony in Monte Carlo, Monaco, on July 13, marked by a 40-minute performance from world renowned Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli. President and COO of Regent Seven Seas Jason Montague said: "It’s fitting to have the world’s most luxurious ship, Seven Seas Explorer, christened in one of the most glamorous cities in the world by H.S.H. Princess Charlene of Monaco who is the definition of elegance, grace and passion."

36 Hours in Edinburgh Scotland

Planning to travel around or backpack throughout Europe? Edinburgh, Scotland should definitely be a stop along your route, and here is what you can expect to do while you are there. Have a limited amount of time or a quick stopover? Edinburgh is quite a small centralized city, and most of the attractions are just a quick walk from a central hotel/hostel. You can easily see the highlights of the city in two days, if you are really pressed for time

Is hypersonic commercial air travel realistic?

It has been more than a decade since the supersonic Concorde jet took its final commercial flight. Since then, the development of high speed air travel has stalled. Now, a successful test flight by a team that wants to build a “hypersonic jet” has brought new life to this futuristic idea

Best new U.S. roller coasters for 2016

Virtual reality roller coasters, 3-D and 4-D attractions and immersive

China Hopes Money Can Buy It Love in Tibet

One of the world's most remote regions is in the midst of a multi-billion dollar overhaul. After decades of subduing unrest, China is betting that cold, hard cash will pacify restive Tibetans within its borders. Beijing aims to spend nearly $30 billion — or roughly $25,000 per person — over a five-year period in the majority Tibetan prefecture of Ganzi in western Sichuan province, according to Governor Yeshe Dawa.

The 12 Best Places to Retire in the U.S.

From the sunny beaches of Florida and California to the Arizona desert and beyond, these are the best places in America to retire

There's An Etiquette Guide For Visitors Planning a Trip to Shanghai Disney

In advance of Shanghai Disney opening the doors to its magic kingdom on June 16th, the Shanghai government has released an etiquette guide for visitors planning a trip to the park. The guide was a joint release by the city’s civilization office and the tourism bureau, the South China Morning Post reported. The organizations decided it was necessary after several problems that came up during the park’s soft opening, including vandalism and littering. Visitors trashed the park during the May Day holiday, according to Shanghaiist. As expected, the civic organizations hoped to avoid a repeat when the park finally opens

Eight iconic hotels that have inspired songs

There are some hotel names you just know, whether you’ve ever stayed there or not. These iconic spots can be famous for a variety of reasons: they are super luxe or popular among the stars, they figure prominently in films or were the sites of important historic events. Which is perhaps why many of the world’s most iconic hotels have inspired, or at least been mentioned in, beloved songs. And in some cases, beloved songs have even led to the increased popularity — or even existence — of various hotels

Why every other country is better to live in than Australia

I want to live in Rome. Because what's not to love about Rome? The food is amazing; the culture is strong; the history is alive. The lifestyle – the late breakfasts, the coffee breaks, the long lunches, the afternoon naps, the pre-dinner negronis, the sumptuous evening feasts, the wine and the cheese and the salumi and all those other delicious edible delights – sounds right up my alley

Boston's public transportation chaos, like you've never heard it before

A Boston startup has released a melodic mashup of the MBTA's various sounds that might very well change the way you view — or at least hear — your commute

What to Wear on a Plane: The Comfy-Chic Option

ADAY's collection of minimalist clothes in technical fabrics will keep you looking and feeling cool (literally) on your next long-haul flight

18 Ways to Meet People When Traveling Solo

Solo travel may sound like a solitary experience, but the logistics of navigating foreign situations on your own naturally leads to meeting new people. From accommodations and transportation to meals and entertainment, the opportunities to bond with other travelers or locals is built in, as long as you keep your ears piqued and your mind open. And that shared sense of searching for experiences often leads you to like-minded explorers on the same path

North Carolina's Land of Oz opening its enchanted gates for four days

Beech Mountain's historic Land of Oz park will reopen for four Fridays in June with guided tours down its famed Yellow Brick Road by Dorothy Gale of rural Kansas. Land of Oz was an amusement park in the 1970s and is still rented out for weddings, parties and group picnics. For four Fridays in June

2 Mount Everest climbers die of altitude sickness, 2 others missing

Two Indian climbers have gone missing on Mount Everest, an expedition organizer said Sunday, a day after two deaths from apparent altitude sickness were reported, underscoring the risks on the world's highest mountain. Paresh Nath and Goutam Ghosh have been missing since Saturday, said Wangchu Sherpa of the Trekking Camp Nepal agency in Kathmandu. They were last seen near the Everest summit

Super-sized Ghan is the longest passenger train in 10 years

Measuring six and a half times the length of Adelaide Oval, Australia’s longest passenger train in more than a decade has embarked on its record-breaking journey. The Ghan departed Adelaide bound for Darwin on Sunday with 44 carriages and two locomotives at a total length of 1096m — more than 200m longer than a standard Ghan service

Hotel Historico Central review, Mexico City

A gracious old 1700s building close to the historic centre of the city has been beautifully restored to house a new five-level, 81-room boutique hotel, which opened in September last year. It has retained most of the lovely stone facade with the addition of iron lace balconies

Opening date for new 'Frozen' ride at Epcot is June 21

The new Frozen After Ride will open June 21 in the Norway Pavilion at Epcot, along with the Royal Sommerhus, a meet-and-greet site for Anna and Elsa, Walt Disney World Resort announced Friday

The Sinking City

Venice waits for her demise like a ship whose hull has been breached and has only a few hours before it is submerged completely under water. I didn’t really think much of this as Joy and I boarded a city bus to take us to the water taxis that awaited the arrival of a mix of tourists and locals as they prepared to join the doomed on this sinking city

New Zealand Cruise Passenger Numbers Reach a Record High

A record 66,152 New Zealanders took an ocean cruise in 2015, representing a 10 per cent increase in passenger numbers, according to a new report released today

Europe's 28 best hidden seaside resorts

Our 29 favourite European seaside resorts largely undiscovered by British holidaymakers

Greece is the best place to visit in Europe this year

Travel publisher Lonely Planet has revealed its top 10 European countries to visit this year. This list is topped by the Greek Peloponnese peninsula, the southernmost region of mainland Greece characterised by a mountainous interior and indented coastline, as well as historic sites such as Olympia and Mycenae and the Nemean wine region, which is gaining international recognition

Royal Caribbean could launch Cuba cruises by July

Royal Caribbean could be sailing to Cuba as early as July, the line's top executive said this weekend. Speaking at a press conference on board Royal Caribbean's new Harmony of the Seas, CEO Michael Bayley said the company is just waiting on approvals from Cuban authorities to start up regular sailings to the country from Miami

A Plush Hideaway in the Florida Keys

On Little Palm Island in Florida, guests can swim, kayak and lounge with a well-made cocktail (though the key deer can be frisky)

Frequently Asked Questions: Air Travel and EgyptAir

The crash of the EgyptAir flight on Thursday morning has raised fears among travelers. Here is what you need to know about safety in the skies

Lower Manhattan's boom draws business travelers

In recent years, business travelers visiting New York City often made a beeline for Midtown. But the massive redevelopment that has transformed lower Manhattan into a bustling cultural and business destination is leading a growing number of road warriors to stay, meet and socialize downtown

Last-minute getaway: Silent films with orchestra music at Catalina's Casino Theatre

The Avalon museum's annual Silent Film Benefit will feature two movies that are considered among the funniest made during the silent film era

Getting down to business with a good hotel breakfast

I'm a rabid breakfaster, and it's not just because I veer into Hulk-level "hanger" (hunger plus anger) if I don't eat within half an hour of waking up. I'm not even falling prey to that faddish obsession with endless morning meals, the rise of so-called breakfastarians who are cereally committed to eating morning food all day. Rather, in a lifetime of travelling, I've found that nothing sums up a destination better than the first meal of the day

New Zealand: a country for all seasons

New Zealand provides spectacular escapes whatever the time of year, but spring and autumn often deliver unique opportunities for travellers

New Cruise Line Dream Cruises Opens For Sale in Australia and NZ

Dream Cruises, the newest addition to the Genting Hong Kong stable and claimed to be the first-ever Asian luxury cruise line, is now available for sale in Australia and New Zealand

Fly First Class for Free: Travel Hacking 101

Ever wonder what it’s like to fly First Class and wake up at your destination feeling refreshed? Want to learn to save time by cutting the lines at airport security or customs and immigration? What if I told you that I do all of this without paying a dime?

The Devonshire Arms, Pilsley, Peak District: hotel review

Smart, good-value rooms upstairs from this 18th-century pub are let down by clumsily old-fashioned food. Good job the beer’s a winner

How the Irish lost their words

New storytelling groups are reintroducing the Irish to ancient myths and the art of blarney

Superyachting not just for the mega-wealthy | Fox News

Tell friends you’re going on a cruise and they may be a little jealous. Tell friends you’re going on a superyacht and watch their jaws drop. But who can afford such a luxurious getaway? Thanks to the game-changing debut of Crystal Cruises’ new yacht line, the dream of island hopping via yacht is within reach. And it’s a little more affordable

Best new U.S. coastal hotels

With summer just around the corner, what's more ideal that a stay at the beach? These six new U.S. coastal hotels add elegance and whimsy to any stay

Japan Unveils Beautiful New Passport Design

As a country, Japan is an undeniable mix of tech-forward and traditional, creative and rigid in routine: there are hedgehog cafes and "invisible" trains, sure, but there are also revered, ancient shrines and deeply rooted etiquette traditions that can trip up even the most seasoned of travelers. It's fitting, then, that the country's new passports have all the trappings of technology while hewing toward the historical

Walt Disney World Basically Just Opened A Theme Park For Food

Start studying your menus and get ready to eat the wildest, weirdest and most wonderful food Disney World has to offer

The two worlds of Vancouver Island

‘Pity about the traffic, eh?” Our chatty taxi driver means the opposite of what he says. It’s a classic Canadian “ironic overstatement”. Only two cars have passed us on the three-hour drive from Qualicum to Tofino, a stunning route that links the east and west of Canada’s Vancouver Island

36 Hours on Oahu

Every day, planeloads of visitors arrive in Honolulu, ready to make a beeline to Waikiki and other iconic spots around Hawaii’s capital: places like Diamond Head, Chinatown, Pearl Harbor and urban beach gems like Kapiolani and Ala Moana

American Airlines paying $4 million to hire help for TSA

American Airlines is kicking in millions of its own dollars to hire workers to help manage – and hopefully speed up – airport security lines. “We will spend an additional $4 million to provide contract staff at our U.S. hubs and gateways,” Robert Isom, American’s chief operating officer, said in a Wednesday letter to employees. “The money will fund contract staff to relieve TSA officers from non-screening functions, like bin running and queue management, so that TSA officers can focus solely on the screening and security aspects of their jobs.”

Need a digital detox? Places to go to really unplug (no cheating allowed)

If you can't stop Instagramming or texting on your next trip to the great outdoors (and apparently you cannot), you may need help. Outfitter Camp Grounded, billed as a California summer camp for adults (they're motto: "disconnect to reconnect"), and international tour operator Intrepid Travel offer "digital detox" adventures that simply prohibit computers, cellphones and digital cameras

Five hidden vacation gems from across Canada

From paddling with beluga whales as the sun sets over Hudson Bay to camping out on an Atikamekw reserve in a romantic teepee, Canada offers extraordinary variety and astounding natural beauty

How can hotels justify single supplements?

I received an email recently from a particularly irate reader, asking if I could “kick the proverbial backside” of hotels and tour operators (and also, no doubt, cruise companies) that impose “horrendous” surcharges on single travellers

EgyptAir crash likely to have been caused by struggle in the cockpit

One man is certain about what caused the loss of EgyptAir flight MS804 and the deaths of the 66 people on board. Donald Trump, the Republican presidential candidate, said: “If anyone thinks it wasn’t blown out of the sky, you are 100 per cent wrong.” But no terrorist group has claimed responsibility for the loss of the jet from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Cairo. Investigators are considering a wide range of possible causes of besides a terrorist bomb

Holland America Line Releases Name for Next Pinnacle-Class Cruise Ship

The second Pinnacle-class ship in Holland America Line's fleet, slated to arrive in fall 2018, will be called Nieuw Statendam. The 2,650-passenger ship will be the sixth vessel in the line's history to bear the name Statendam. Construction will begin this summer at the Fincantieri's Marghera shipyard in Italy

Architecture Tour of Beverly Hills (plus West Hollywood)

Tour buses take loads of visitors around Beverly Hills, a city synonymous with the lifestyles of the rich and famous, to gawk at mega-mansions where stars allegedly live or once did. Far more interesting and far less visible to the naked eye is the landscape master plan for “the most fabulous six square miles on earth,” which attracted celebrities the long 10 miles from downtown Los Angeles, where the movie palaces were in the 1920s

Roadtripping through Croatia and beyond

It’s hard to find, but tucked into Ban Jelacic Square, crowded with pedestrians and old-fashioned tram cars, is Europe’s shortest funicular. Grand funiculars typically take you high into the air, but this little one is like an old subway car on inclined tracks. After one minute, it lets you out at a spot overlooking the city and rows of red-tiled roof tops and stucco buildings

How You Can Stay in an Eiffel Tower Apartment This Summer

Gustave Eiffel famously put a small, private apartment inside the 984-foot tower he built, for those moments when he wanted to really lord it over the city. (Only the lucky few had access—Thomas Edison was one such VIP.) If you've ever dreamed of following in Eiffel's footsteps, HomeAway has outfitted a 2,000-square-foot apartment (not Gustave's) inside the Eiffel Tower, which one lucky winner can have access to for a night. (Better still: The contest is timed to the UEFA Euro 2016 soccer championship, in France this June.)

'Coachella For Dogs' is Coming to New York

Who says humans get to have all the fun? BarkFest 2016 is a festival just for dogs that is taking place in New York City on May 22 and will feature a main stage of music and celebridog appearances

How to turn your next vacation into a once-in-a-lifetime expedition

Way to go, millennials! Kudos to your parents for passing on their love for travel. Now, though, you aren't waiting to take your kids on adventures -- even to places like Antarctica, once the purview of senior citizens

Stay at a Trump hotel? Survey says no

Donald Trump could be in trouble. Not Trump the presidential candidate. It's Trump's hotel brand that may be hurting, according to a recent Skift survey. Travel site Skift polled 2,028 U.S. adult Internet users using Google Consumer Surveys, asking them just one question: Are you more likely or less likely to stay in a Trump Hotel because of Donald Trump's presidential campaign?

The happiest cruise on the sea

I know I'm on a good ship when I return to my cabin on my first day and find a bookmark tucked into the book on my bedside table. I'm ridiculously pleased with this attention to detail, feeling it bodes well – and I'm not wrong. Over the next few days, I notice signs of excellent service everywhere. Waiters wrap my teabag string around the handle of my cup so the label doesn't fall into my tea. The housekeeper notices that I don't have enough hangars and volunteers to supply more

Bringing a Destination Wedding Within a Family’s Reach

With an infant in tow, a thrifty couple learns that a beach fiesta and wedding in Mexico are exercises in budgetary gamesmanship

First trip on a private jet? Here's what you need to know

With more first-time private plane fliers heading into the skies, it's important for travelers to know what to expect — and how to behave — on a private plane

Get ready to zip-line down the mountain at Lake Tahoe ski resort

Heavenly Mountain Resort at the southern end of Lake Tahoe and Vail Mountain in Colorado are launching new summertime Epic Discovery adventure programs starting in June. Programs will feature zip-lines, canopy tours, alpine coasters, rock climbing walls, wildlife trail exploration and what Vail officials describe as interactive "learn-through-play" activities

10 of Britain's best hotels for honeymoons

Weddings, so long in the planning, have a way of going by in a blur, but you should remember your honeymoon for ever. Whether you plan to take a long, far-flung break or not, a night or two in a special hotel close to home is as good a way to celebrate as any. Here, The Good Hotel Guide recommends 10 great honeymoon hotels, ranging from lavish and luxurious hideaways to cheaper options, in romantic, far-flung corners of the country

Carnival Legend to be Based in Melbourne in Summer 2018

Carnival Cruise Line has officially confirmed its plans to base Carnival Legend in Melbourne for a record season of cruises in early 2018

Sunken cities you can visit

A new exhibition, Sunken Cities: Egypt's Lost World, opens at the British Museum today. It features objects ranging from "magnificent colossal statues to intricate gold jewellery" recovered from the two lost cities of Thonis-Heracleion and Canopus at the mouth of the Nile

Seven Weeks in India - Our Incredible Journey

As our absolutely incredible journey through India sadly comes to an end, I wanted to take the time to share with you a few final thoughts. Seven weeks is by far the most amount of time I’ve ever spent in a country other than my own. No words or photos can truly describe what we saw, how we felt or what we experienced along the way but I hope my stories have offered an in-depth look into what our day to day life has been like

How I crossed Britain with no money or phone

Can you travel the globe on goodwill alone? Inspired by new documentary Free Ride, our intrepid explorer took off across the UK armed with just a kazoo - then something amazing happened

Dangerous cities you should never tour alone

Many people are leaving their homes and embarking on new exciting adventures. Solo traveling seems to be the new big thing (Most Incredible Trips for Solo Travelers). While this sounds like fun, it’s important to take precaution and research your travel destination before you head there

Secret hotels you don't know exist

You just checked in at the front desk of your hotel and are making your way up the elevator to your room. Unbeknownst to you, there are people checking into their rooms in the very same building, but they're checking into an entirely different hotel. How can that be?

EgyptAir Jet Crashed After Vanishing Off Radar: French Leader

An EgyptAir flight with 66 people on board crashed while en route from Paris to Cairo on Thursday, the French president confirmed. Flight MS804 left Charles de Gaulle Airport at 11:09 p.m. Paris time (5:09 p.m. ET) and vanished over the Mediterranean Sea. French President Francois Hollande told a press conference that the plane had crashed, but said it was too soon to speculate as to the cause

Zika May Hit Europe This Summer, Warns WHO

In the past few months, the Zika virus has spread to more than 50 countries, been identified as a cause of microcephaly and other birth defects, and recognized as a disease that can be transmitted sexually. This summer, an estimated 50 U.S. cities are expected to be hit by the virus, and now, reports have emerged that Zika may also spread to Europe in late spring and early summer

Carnival Cruise Line turns attention to Carnival Vista II

Carnival Cruise Line has its first new ship in four years with Carnival Vista, but already has its sister ship taking shape in Italy. What the line is calling Carnival Vista II is due in March 2018, but its bow structure has already been completed and was launched at the Fincantieri shipyard near Naples on Thursday, May 18 to make its way to another of the company's shipyards up the coast near Venice where it will take its full form

Weave room for some treasures

This is Nantucket Looms' weaving studio and, in an otherwise hypnotic aura of calm, there it is: clack, clack, clack. It's the sound of wood on wood, rhythmic and repetitive, and in short bursts

Thanks TSA: Airport Security Lines Are Now 3 Hours Long [Updated]

Flying this week might make you reconsider your decision to ever leave home. While the federal government scrapes together the cash to hire the 6,000 new TSA workers needed to get the airline industry through the summer travel season, airports are telling passengers to suck it up and wait. And wait. And wait

Thailand Will Close a Popular Island to Tourists

The government says the action is necessary because Koh Tachai, famous for its white beaches and coral reefs, has deteriorated from abuse by hordes of visitors

Airline wars: Delta drops Atlanta institution over J-Lo concert for Qatar Air

Delta Air Lines’ battles with its airline rivals are taking an increasingly contentious tone. The latest comes in Atlanta, where Delta said it would end its 20-year sponsorship with the Fox Theatre – an Atlanta institution. The reason? Fox Theater was rented out for a private event by Qatar Airways, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports

Bicycling and beer tastings: 3 tough tours where spokes and suds collide

For avid cyclists who prefer craft beer, Trek Travel will offer three separate cycling tours this summer and fall that the active travel outfit says serve up some of the country's best microbrews

Denver’s ART is a little bit hotel, a little bit gallery

Set in the heart of Denver’s museum district, the Art is a perfect addition to the city’s thriving cultural scene. The hotel’s impressive up to $150-million (U.S.) art collection is worth more than the huge glass-walled hotel. In-house curator, Dianne Perry Vanderlip, was the founding curator of modern and contemporary art for the Denver Art Museum. She has pulled together a selection of paintings, photographs, installations and sculptures that represent a bit of a “Who’s Who” of modern art including Tracey Emin, Clyfford Still and Sol LeWitt

A gourmet tour of Tijuana, Mexico

The walls at La Querencia are a menagerie of mounted hunting trophies: deer, ducks, geese, wild boar. Some, if not all, were probably shot by the restaurant's chef and owner, Miguel Angel Guerrero, a keen hunter and fisherman. But the most impressive specimens at this popular establishment in Tijuana's Zona Río neighbourhood are on the plate

Libya before the war

British landscape photographer Charlie Waite spent three weeks capturing the landscapes and architectural sites of Libya in 2011, returning a day before the onset of the ongoing civil war. Here we present a selection of previously unpublished images from his trip, which he has shared exclusively with Telegraph Travel

Regent Seven Seas Cruises to Sail 137-Night World Cruise in 2018

Regent Seven Seas Cruises is offering its first world cruise in several years in 2017; today, the luxury cruise line announced that it would sail an even longer around-the-world voyage in 2018

10 Actually Free and Interesting Things To Do in London

London can be an expensive city if you head to all the tourist traps. I am the master of finding something free to do in this city (could be to do with

Five of the best websites for family camping in France

There are hundreds of campsites across France so how do you choose one that's right for your family? These small chains offer some of the best in the country - in fantastic locations with waterparks, an array of on-site activities and even spas

The island ready to welcome the world

For more than 500 years, the only way to reach the British Overseas Territory of Saint Helena was by sea. Travelling to the South Atlantic island by sailboat, after a nine-day voyage from Namibia, my family and I made landfall the way every person before us has

Is this the world's most ridiculous selfie stick?

The last thing this world needs is a bigger, more elaborate, selfie stick to dominate the entrances of iconic landmarks and the street corners of popular destinations around the world. Oh, but we may be in the early days of just that

How to Pack for a Trip to Europe

If you’re like me, you often have to bounce between climates while away from home. This means smart packing. And chances are, if you’re a seasoned enough traveler, you’ll prefer to take a carry-on. Of course, this is contingent on the amount of time spent away. I recently completed a London–Paris–Thiruvananthapuram, India–Dubai–Palm Beach–Puerto Vallarta arc, on which I would have done anything to have traveled lighter, but two months on the road required an under-the-plane sized bag. Alas

Beautiful Bordeaux will steal your heart on a river cruise visit

It's easy to fall in love in Bordeaux. Certainly with your sweetheart, but just as easily with the city itself, one of the most elegant in Europe. Situated on the broad Garonne River where it bends in a moon-like crescent – hence the city’s nickname, Port of the Moon – Bordeaux will steal your heart to a point you want to return, again and again

Stuck With a Pricey Hotel Reservation? Maybe You Can Sell It

As travel cancellation restrictions and fees become more widespread, travelers are listing nonrefundable hotel reservations on resale sites

How to avoid long TSA lines on your next flight

You’ve probably already heard horror stories about unusually long TSA security lines at airports, which may only get worse as the summer travel crush adds more travelers. While we wait for the TSA to fix this (mainly by adding more employees and trying to keep the ones they have), here are some strategies to make sure you don’t miss your flight

How the rise of air travel sparked a new industry: cruise lines

Annie Wichert set sail for the first time in 1946 on a transatlantic voyage aboard the Queen Mary, now a floating hotel in Long Beach. Her next cruise

Is this the best city in America to eat a sandwich?

Pittsburgh unabashedly stands behind its sammies. From spicy sausage and crispy fish to French fries, anything goes inside a bun in this town

A gourmet tour of Chicago

One of the great things about being on holiday is morning Martinis. I'm thinking this as I swizzle an olive round a perfectly-chilled glass while trying to act as if I'm the kind of bon vivant for whom this is just any other Tuesday morning. At the same time a man in a trilby has walked into Gibsons Steakhouse on North Rush Street in Chicago, where I'm perched on a high stool as part of a day-long eating and drinking stopover en-route home to England from the West Coast

What I love - and loathe - about Italy

I have recently been to two extremities of Italy – Sicily and Liguria – so have been reminded that I like almost everything about the country

Carnival to Return to Europe in 2018 With Second Vista Ship

Carnival Cruise Line will return to Europe in 2018 with its second Vista-class ship, currently being built in Italy, the line's president Christine Duffy revealed at a QampA onboard Carnival Vista

Summer Study Abroad and Travel in the Age of ISIS

If you read my last travel blog, “Women Using the ‘Gap Year’ to Close the Gender Gap,” or my book, Look Before Leaping: Risks, Liabilities and Repair of Study Abroad in Higher Education (2016), you know I mince no words about the fact that safe havens no longer exist for Americans who study and travel abroad. It is today’s reality, particularly in the age of ISIS

10 of the best waterside holiday cabins in Europe

Romantic hideaways, back-to-basics eco-huts, treehouses and high-spec shacks for lapping up nature by lakes, rivers and fjords

Disney's food magic begins in the Flavor Lab

It isn't open to the public, but the everyone who visits a Disney park reaps the benefits of what happens here

New 'Pilot' Earpiece Translates Languages for You in Real Time

This could be a game changer when traveling abroad. We've all been there: You're standing in a foreign country, struggling to communicate in another language, and kicking yourself for thinking that listening to 20 minutes of "how to speak whatever" on your phone during the plane ride over would somehow get you by. The Pilot, an earpiece being developed by the wearable-technology company Waverly Labs and designed for the international traveler, aims to change all that, so you never get lost in translation again

Plane Grounded After Grown Man Locks Himself in the Airplane Lavatory After Being Denied Booze

A man is facing federal charges after locking himself in the airplane lavatory in protest of not receiving an in-flight beer. The hubbub forced the flight, from Sacramento to Seattle, to land in Portland

Man pleads guilty to puling off Muslim woman's headscarf

A man who yanked a Muslim woman's hijab from her head during an airline flight pleaded guilty Friday to a charge of obstruction of a person's free exercise of religious rights

The part of Thailand tourists haven't discovered

There was an argument ensuing between my host, Andrew, and the waitress at the little restaurant we'd just been eating at. It was all in Thai, but I had a feeling I knew what it would be about: she'd tried to overcharge us for something, thrown a few extra baht onto the bill to see if she could get away with it

Where to Find Solitude in Sweden

In summer, the island of Gotland bursts to life with sunseekers. But in spring, you can be here in the quiet ... and blissfully alone

What is TSA's PreCheck expedited screening program?

Fliers facing extremely long airport security lines this spring and summer might want to consider becoming members of the Transportation Security Administration's PreCheck, an expedited screening program that can speed travelers through the checkpoint

Cheapest Las Vegas sleepover party? Bunk bed rooms at the Linq

The Linq Hotel amp Casino in Las Vegas has rolled out rooms with bunk beds so fifth wheels won't be left out of your party plans -- and they start at $69 a night

Why the North Norfolk coast is the U.K.'s greatest holiday secret

The North Norfolk coast is the U.K.'s greatest holiday secret - home to stately piles, empty beaches and delightfully quirky townspeople

The 9 cheapest cities to live in Europe

Salaries differ across Europe but a higher pay packet doesn't always come with a better standard of living. According to Glassdoor's report titled "Which Countries in Europe Offer The Best Standard of Living?" some cities with wages on the lower end of the scale make up for it with low prices

Incredible Hotels for Game of Thrones fans

We take a look at amazing hotels near the main filming locations for Game of Thrones - from Irish castles and Moorish palaces to five-star beach resorts

Carnival Vista Cruise Ship to Offer Seafood, Milkshakes and Alfresco Asian Cuisine, and Other Cruise News

New ship Carnival Vista will be the first in Carnival Cruise Line's fleet to offer the Seafood Shack -- a take on roadside seafood found throughout New England. Serving items like lobster rolls, steamed shrimp and crab cakes, this for-fee eatery offers both indoor and outdoor seating, as does Bonsai Sushi, also found onboard

Ten of the Best Hotels in France for Foodies

France is quite rightly renowned for the high standard of its cuisine, but some of the country’s finest restaurants are attached to equally as wonderful hotels. Here, The Good Hotel Guide selects ten of the very best from their collection of hotels with Michelin stars in France

Alight here? Britain's railway request stops

As Paul Merton concludes his TV series Secret Stations, the author of the book that inspired the show says there are many more obscure stations to visit

The places the world forgot

Urban explorer David de Rueda travels the world visiting abandoned places and creating hauntingly beautiful images that are pushing the boundaries of photography

Phoenix Airport Screening 'Operational' After Glitch Leaves 3,000 Bags Stuck

More than 3,000 pieces of luggage were left behind as their passengers departed after a server problem stopped an automated screening system

How Travel Insurance Saved My Life

I was picking up a fever—no doubt about it. I woke drenched in sweat, nauseous and confused. Everyone else in Saigon was celebrating Halloween as I lay marooned on my bed with a climbing temperature and an itch so bad I wanted to tear the skin from my body. I was too faint to stand. A trip to the hospital proved useless. I was injected with a yellow-y liquid to stop the itching, which made me tired and dizzy. It helped temporarily, but when I got home, the itching started up again

Why It's Easier than Ever to Travel Like a Local

Feeling like an out-of-place tourist may soon be a thing of the past—at least if Airbnb has anything to do with it. The home sharing site, which launched in 2008 and has now hosted 80 million travelers, just launched its updated app and the new options are sure to make visitors feel like locals. Now instead of just providing a crash pad, the app gives you tons of tips on how to make your vacation authentically epic. Some of our favorite new additions are below

World's largest cruise ship makes maiden voyage

The world's largest cruise ship, Harmony of the Seas, has set sail on its maiden voyage to the UK after 32 months in a French shipyard. Costing more than $US1 billion ($A1.38 billion) to build, the 16-deck vessel is 362 metres long and holds the record for being the widest cruise ship ever built - able to carry 6360 people

36 Hours in Amsterdam

With new restaurants and night spots, and the reopening of the Rijksmuseum and the Stedelijk Museum, Amsterdam is in the midst of an exciting renewal

21 cool cocktail bars across the country

To the delight of liquor enthusiasts everywhere, the time-honored cocktail bar has endured the trendy nature of the bar business. Microbreweries and wine bars might be popping up on every corner, but the allure of a well-made cocktail continues to stir the hearts of those seeking liquid refreshment

A day out in hipster-haven Oakland, the 'West Coast Brooklyn'

After hearing so much about how Oakland has become a new hipster haven, I made a day trip from San Francisco and found it lived up to the hype

Eurovision 2016: a guide to Stockholm

Flashing lights, screeching high notes, extreme wind machines, broken English... yes, it’s Eurovision Song Contest time again, and this year the annual celebration of song and dance – which rallies and divides Europe all in one night – lands in the Swedish capital, Stockholm

The most ridiculous weapons American attempt to smuggle on flights

Grenades, guns, and an array of flick knives that will turn your stomach are just a sample of the weapons that make up the Instagram feed of America's airport security authority

Carnival Cruise Line Drops Izmir Calls Following U.S. State Department Advisory

Following a warning from the U.S. State Department, Carnival Cruise Line has canceled calls on the port of Izmir, Turkey, on all upcoming sailings of Carnival Vista, the line's newest and largest ship

10 Things to Know About The Boca Resort and Club

Why is the Waldorf Astoria Boca Raton Resort and Club a great choice for your next summer family vacation? Because it has just about everything that will satisfy your entire family. If you’re looking for reasonable rates and luxury, this is a fantastic option. Great service and food along with fun kids’ activities and kid-friendly touches, makes this resort worth the money. Here are ten helpful things to know about this family-friendly resort

Inside the world's largest cruise ship, Harmony of the Seas

The giant vessel, which features a 1,400-seat theatre, a park with 12,000 plant species and a 10-storey water slide, will house 8,500 passengers and crew

The best national parks for springtime camping

Set up a tent and enjoy nature in America's stunning national parks as the weather warms up. Now that spring is here and the days are longer, you can finally stop hibernating and reconnect with nature. Are you itching to get out of the house already? Why not spend a few days camping in one of America’s 58 national parks, which are celebrating a centenary this year?

Help is coming for long airport security lines

Help is on the way to combat marathon security lines at airports across the country. The TSA received final Congressional approval Wednesday for its request to re-allocate funds to increase security officers at airport security checkpoints. Airports have been experiencing record passenger numbers recently, creating long wait times to get through security

Inside the Most Requested Suite at the St. Regis New York

The 1,700-square-foot stunner is popular with guests at the landmark hotel. More than a century old but seemingly timeless, the St. Regis New York is a piece of living history right in the heart of Midtown Manhattan. The landmarked hotel was the city’s tallest structure when it was completed in 1904 by John Jacob Astor IV, and became the prototype for all St. Regis hotels and resorts around the world

You Can Now Spend the Night in the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' Lair

In honor of the June 3 premiere of the new Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie, Airbnb has revealed a secret lair in New York City where you can spend the night for just $1

Finding a different angle on travel photography

Professional photographer and journalist David Noyes shares the secrets of his photo successes in a new book for travelers

How to Travel the World While Working Full Time

Travel reportedly reduces stress, increases joy, and all sorts of magical things. But for many people it’s a difficult thing to do - and the two biggest concerns are lack of time and lack of money. Having money to travel is another issue (and a different article), there are plenty of ways to get around the whole time thing. Think you can’t travel because you work a nine-to-five and you’re tethered to the rock-bottom 2-week-per-year American vacation time? Think again. These are some great ways to work a full-time job and still see the world

My Berlin: Reckoning With the Past

Last year, after nearly a decade of long sojourns in Berlin, I signed the lease on an apartment in a pre-World War I, or altbau, building on a tree-shaded block just off Güntzelstrasse, a quiet neighborhood southwest of the city center. Although I was vaguely aware that the city’s Jewish community had once been centered here, I found it unsettling to discover that Nazi terror had unfolded just outside my front door

Man arrested trying to catch missed plane in Detroit

A man who missed his flight Wednesday at Detroit Metro Airport apparently wasn't interested in rebooking. Instead, he left the airport's North Terminal through an emergency exit and was arrested in an apparent attempt to reach the plane where it was parked outside

Travel guide to... the Philippines

Considering it’s a country with thousands of postcard-perfect islands - 7,107 to be precise – and world-class diving, surfing and beach-flopping, the Philippines remains relatively little-known among British travellers

Central Park's lost corner - and five more New York sights you didn't know about

New York is, by most definitions, the best-known city on the planet – a noisy, glittering metropolis where the skyscrapers are celebrities and every other street corner and broad avenue has cropped up in a blockbuster movie, an arthouse film or an iconic song lyric

Carnival Valor Cruise Ship Gets New Bars, Restaurants After Dry Dock

Carnival Cruise Line's Carnival Valor emerged from a 16-day dry dock Sunday with a host of new bars and restaurants, including upgrades that have already been received by most of the rest of the line's fleet

The New Trend Shaking Up The Hotel Industry

While in the past, fully equipped serviced apartments were considered only for relocation and extended stays of more than a week or two, times are changing. Apart’hotels, or Serviced apartments, are popping up in major cities across the world, and with comparable nightly rates to traditional hotel rooms, they are staking their claim on the hotel industry

Oakland city guide: what to see plus the best bars, hotels and restaurants

The city across the bay has shed its inferiority complex and offers plenty of reasons to visit. In fact you can skip San Francisco altogether, and fly to Oakland direct from the UK

Terrorism hurting European cruise industry, company CEOs claim

The terrorist attacks in Paris, Brussels and Turkey over the last year haven’t dissuaded Americans from visiting Europe, but they appear to be having an effect on the cruise line industry. Fewer Americans are signing up for Mediterranean cruises this year, according to executives at Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings and Royal Caribbean Cruises, indicating that the attacks by Islamic State jihadists are affecting the industry

Rare flight for biggest plane in the world

The undisputed superstar of the skies -- the biggest airplane in the world -- is taking flight on a rare delivery mission across three continents. The Ukrainian cargo jet named "Mriya" is one of a kind. There is no other. That's why the gawkers showed up Tuesday in Prague. They watched in awe as this big boy defied gravity before it touched down at Vaclav Havel Airport in the Czech Republic

5 Tips for Booking a Hotel Room That Won't Leave You Feeling Sick

Minibars stocked with fresh fruit, on-site gardens that help boost traveler’s moods, complimentary bike rentals: Hotels with a focus on wellness are the new norm. But there’s more to a healthy getaway than locally-sourced ingredients or unique ways to sweat. Next time you travel, book a room that won't leave you feeling sluggish or sick, with these suggestions from industry insiders

How to Pay for Your Road Trip by Driving Lyft

One Lyft driver has spent the last six months driving coast to coast, picking up passengers (and extra cash) along the way. When Kelsey Myers quit her job just over six months ago, she had her next step mapped out—well, almost. Instead of starting a new job or moving to a new city, Myers was going on a cross-country road trip with no real itinerary. Instead, she would be driving in cities with Lyft, a ride-sharing app, picking up locals and getting tips on where to go and what to see in their own city

Pizza Hut Just Delivered A Pizza To The Top Of Mt. Kilimanjaro

Climbing a mountain works up an appetite, so mountaineers will undoubtedly be overjoyed to learn that Pizza Hut now delivers to the top of Mt. Kilimanjaro. To mark the chain’s launch in Tanzania, the 100th country in which it operates, Pizza Hut sent a special delivery to the summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro. Randall Blackford, the General Manager of Pizza Hut Africa, set out with a team and professional guides to deliver a pizza to the top of Africa’s tallest mountain—and set a new Guinness World Record for Highest Altitude Pizza Delivery on Land, at 19,341 feet, while they were at it

5 places to see bison, America's newly named national mammal

The shaggy bearded American bison finally got some respect Monday when President Obama decreed it to be the country's national mammal. In ancient times, millions of bison (whose species name is Bison bison bison) roamed from Alaska to Mexico, and from Nevada to the Appalachian Mountains. These days, there are far fewer wild bison, just about 30,000, after the creatures were hunted nearly to extinction in the 19th century

Tokyo's mad world of gaming, manga and maids

Welcome to Akihabara, centre of Tokyo's otaku (geek) culture, a bewildering maze of video game arcades, manga stores and maid cafes

Selfie Taker Destroys Antique Statue

A man accidentally destroyed a 126-year-old statue earlier this week, during a disastrous attempt to snap a selfie. Please carry this story in your heart the next time you visit a museum, because it really seems like a matter of time before somebody smashes a valuable piece of ancient Greek artwork

Where to Go in Europe, and How to Stay Safe

The terrorist attacks in Europe over the last year haven’t lessened travelers’ enthusiasm for vacationing there this summer. Virtuoso, a global luxury network of travel advisers and more than 1,700 hotels, cruise lines and tour operators, recently analyzed more than $35 billion of transactions from its clients and found that Europe dominated the top 10 list of future bookings, with Italy, Britain, France, Spain and the Netherlands being the most popular destinations

Eight budget-friendly hotels in Nashville

Nashville is one of the hottest destinations in the country right now, and once a city is officially dubbed a “hot spot,” it almost always means it’s going to cost you to visit. But don’t shelve your plans to head to the land of hot country and hot chicken, because there are some hotels where you can find a solid bang for your buck. Here are eight budget-friendly Nashville hotels with price tags of just about $100/night (rates are based on May dates)

Italy: Walk from Siena to Rome along the ancient Via Francigena

Tens of thousands of people hike the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route in Spain each year. But less known and far less traveled is the Via Francigena in Italy

Central and chic: Vienna's Grand Ferdinand Hotel

If the walls of the Grand Ferdinand Hotel could talk, they might have some juicy tales to tell. Vienna’s newest boutique hotel is steeped in history: originally a 19th-century palace, it was bombed in the last days of the Second World War. It was subsequently used as an office building in the 1950s, but rumours swirl that it also housed Austria’s Secret Service headquarters

Airport sleeping pods: how to snooze between flights

You’ve just spent 12 hours in an economy class seat, you missed your connection, you’re facing six hours in the terminal until your onward flight - and all you really want to do is get a few hours’ slumber

Futuristic aquarium planned for New York City

Set within a man-made basin on the East River at the tip of Roosevelt Island, opposite Manhattan, the proposed 'Aquatrium' will feature a submerged two-level aquarium with eight bubble-like glass domes, housing marine life from the Atlantic, Pacific, Indian, Caribbean, Mediterranean, Tasman, Red and the Southern oceans, placed around an iceberg that represents the North and South Poles

Crystal Adds Two New River Cruise Ships to Future Order

Citing customer interest, Crystal Cruises is upping the number of new river ships that it's building to sail on Europe's rivers. The luxury line signed an order for a total of eight ships Tuesday, all to be built through the Lloyd Werft Group, a collection of four shipyards in northern Germany that are owned by Crystal's parent company, Genting Hong Kong

7 Reasons to Visit the Philippines

The Philippines is a beautiful mass of contradictions. Crowded, dirty cities juxtapose pristine lagoons and empty beaches. Beautiful Catholic churches overlook controversial ‘love hotels.’ Vacationers in Boracay lounge in the sun while villages in the northeast islands are washed away by typhoons

Star Alliance plane makes emergency landing after passenger dies during flight | Fox News

On Saturday, a Star Alliance flight was forced to make an emergency landing in Billings, Montana, when one of the passengers onboard died. According to the Billings Gazette, a female passenger from California was on a flight from Chicago to San Francisco when she suffered a medical emergency. The flight crew on the Star Alliance plane notified officials at Billings Logan International Airport at around 9:30 p.m. local time that the Boeing 737 would be making an emergency landing in Montana

20 of Europe's most beautiful hotels

With so many iconic cities and diverse landscapes, beautiful hotels in Europe are commonplace. But some are, quite simply, more beautiful than others. From clifftop luxury retreats on Italy's Amalfi Coast to art nouveau masterpieces in the heart of Budapest, we've handpicked Europe's 20 most beautiful hotels

Making friends at sea — or keeping your distance

Many vacationers choose cruise ships for more than the itineraries and the amenities on board. A primary goal is to pick a ship that will provide them with the experience they desire, along with like-minded fellow passengers

A 15-Year-Old Just Discovered a Lost Mayan City

Should the satellite images be verified, the city would be one of the largest Mayan centers in discovery

Airlines Launch New Website Dedicated to Hating on Long Lines at Airports

An airline trade group, Airlines for America, just launched a website called “ihatethewait.com” for passengers to complain about long waits in airport security lines — the bane of any air traveler’s existence

On a Cayamo cruise, it's OK to rock the boat

John Prine, Steve Earle, and John Hiatt were the headliners at this year's ninth Cayamo cruise, a seven-day celebration of singer-songwriters that took place the first week in February

How Your Short (and Medium-Haul) Flights May Soon Change

Despite all the grumbling about cramped coach cabins, so far the solutions have been largely ineffectual: remember Sen. Chuck Schumer’s quixotic bid to force airlines to give us more living space? (Not surprisingly, it fizzled.) But a solution has materialized from an unlikely source—Canada’s Bombardier, a major maker of regional jets

This Hotel Package Comes With Tickets to See 'Hamilton'

W Times Square is offering a package where guests can book a room and get to premium tickets for the sold-out Broadway show Hamilton

Your summer vacation could be a lot more expensive than you expected

Three months ago, nothing could stop the dollar. It had shot up 23 percent the 18 months before against a broad basket of currencies, and it looked like that was only going to continue. Which, of course, is when it stopped. Indeed, the dollar has fallen almost 5 percent since the end of January, and now that is what looks like is only going to continue

$74 million business jet could revolutionise air travel — with better windows

The days of craning your neck for a glimpse of the view outside a plane’s tiny porthole window could soon be over. Plans are underway for a revolutionary fleet of business jets outfitted with huge windows that would offer unparalleled views of the earth below — as well as providing more natural light than previously imagined on a passenger plane

The 20 essential things no traveller should leave home without

It used to be that your packing list for that big overseas trip was simple: passport, camera, changes of clothes and a wad of travellers' cheques. And you were out the door. Those days, however, are long gone

Spring in Paris, My Adopted City, After the Siege

“Heures Heureuses!” — Happy Hours! — trumpeted the chalkboard menu on the terrace of 92, rue de Charonne. And as I sipped my cocktail at an outdoor table, absorbing the euphoria of a perfect spring evening, the words felt more like an apt description than a promotion

Best hotel loyalty promotions for summer travel

Take advantage of these hotel promotions to build up your points balance this summer. Hilton HHonors offers unlimited bonus for the summer. Hilton is offering a bottomless stash of points with its new Unlimited Bonus promotion that gives double points at all hotels between now and the end of August

From new thrills to extraordinary bargains: 16 buzz-worthy cruise happenings

New ships, new destinations, unusual activities and some extraordinary bargains are part of the cruising buzz for summer and fall. Here's a look at what's

Italy's Veneto region sparkles with delight, like a fine Prosecco Superiore

Think prosecco is nothing more than a poor cousin of Champagne? A visit to Italy's Veneto region will change your mind - and perhaps your next drink order

Five best safari lodges in Africa

If the epic views from Angama Mara provoke a sense of déjà vu, it might be because you have seen them before on the silver screen. Taking its name from the Swahili for “suspended in mid-air”, the mesmerising vista of the remote Mara Triangle is the same as the one depicted in Out of Africa starring Robert Redford and Meryl Streep

A weekend break in... Zurich

This small city has been creating a buzz with the transformation of the industrial district of Zurich-West into a vibrant, cultural corner, including the opening in February of Europe’s first physical and virtual museum dedicated to the digital arts

Kimono Cosplay Transforms Kyoto

The streets, temples and shrines of magnificent Kyoto are once again full of kimono-clad beauties and dashing men in traditional wear and it’s all thanks to tourists. A few entrepreneurial Japanese came up with the idea that visitors - both foreign and Japanese - might enjoy dressing in elegant kimonos while touring the famous sites of this ancient city for frame-worthy photo-ops. The idea of Kimono CosPlay (costume play) took off like wildfire

Stonewall Inn regulars applaud Obama amid monument plans: 'It's about time'

With the president reportedly poised to make "LGBT ground zero" a national monument, witnesses and visitors reflect on "the night the freaks fought back"

Amtrak Service on Northeast Corridor Is Restored After a Power Failure

Amtrak resumed its service between New York City and New Haven on Friday night after an interruption of more than two hours because of a power failure, a company spokeswoman said. The power went out around 5:30 p.m. and was restored around 8 p.m., the spokeswoman, Kimberly Woods, said

Carnival is latest line to hike automatic gratuity charge

Booked on a Carnival sailing this year? Brace yourself for higher daily fees. Effective Sept. 1, the company is hiking the gratuity for staff it automatically tacks onto final bills by nearly 8% to $12.95 per person, per day for passengers staying in most cabins. Passengers in suites will pay $13.95 per person, per day

Schuss into summer: Head to Portillo, Chile, where ski season is just taking

Feeling a twinge of sadness as ski season gives way to beach weather? Book a ticket to Portillo, Chile, where in a matter of weeks you can hit the slopes alongside the world's elite racers

10 of the best luxury coastal campsites in Britain

Three wooden cabins – two for couples and one for a family of four – are tucked away in this spruce woodland neighbouring Westfield Pill Nature Reserve. Insulated and furnished with in-built beds and woollen rugs, they are accompanied by toilets, a shower and a well-equipped communal kitchen – surprising given the off-grid setting

Carnival Vista Cruises to Feature New Shows, Entertainment Options

In addition to an open-air suspended bicycle ride, a kaleidoscopic waterslide and the first IMAX movie theater at sea, passengers sailing on Carnival Cruise Line's newest ship, Carnival Vista, can experience three new production shows as part of the vessel's Playlist Productions lineup

Marseille -- The City by the Sea Where Art and Sun Compete to Blind You

Marseille (in the South of France, aka French Riviera, aka Cote d’Azur) is a city of surprises, an ocean-side formerly fortified enclave where strong accent and slang-ish dialect rule the quays of the old port. Mariners of all seas and all fish still sit down on stiff wooden chairs discussing the weather, some smoking a pipe

A rebirth of ancient skills revitalises a village in Peru's Sacred Valley

A tourist boom and natural disaster almost led to the extinction of an ancient way of life but, thanks to a women-led initiative, old weaving techniques and economic viability have returned

The Lilium Electric Jet Wants to Turn Your Driveway Into a Runway

A personal plane that can take off with no runway might just bring us one step closer to living like the Jetsons

And Now, a Floating Ring of Hammocks You Didn't Know You Needed

A Wyoming-based company has created the Hammocraft, which is a sturdy structure allowing you and four friends to swing in a hammock while floating on water

KISS cruise with the band, and other hard-rocking parties at sea

Rock fans and cruises? They go together more than you think. Cruises featuring bands -- from heavy metal to classic rock 'n' roll -- give you a chance to party at sea and meet some of your favorite performers

9 of Asia's most underrated attractions

When it comes to amazing tourist attractions, Asia's got a ton. But for every Angkor Wat or Great Wall of China, hundreds of incredible sites have slipped under the radar for travelers. Some are remote and obscure, others hidden in plain sight in some of Asia's biggest cities. Here are nine unheralded spots worth visiting

Want to go to the Rio Olympics? 7 ways to travel on a budget

Olympic excitement is starting to pick up as May 3 marked the first day of the Olympic torch relay. And with fewer than 100 days until the Aug. 5 opening ceremony of the 2016 Summer Games, people from all over the world are nailing down their travel plans. According to TripAdvisor, the travel planning and booking site, interest in booking a trip to Rio de Janeiro between Aug. 5 and 21 has increased more than 1,000 percent, while international searches have climbed 450 percent for that same time period. Given this sharp increase, it may seem impossible to find any deals so close to the highly anticipated event, but there are still a number of ways for you to score some deals and find some savings

Palm Springs: The holiday spot for the stars - and home to its own Hotel California

Back in the 1950s and ’60s, the Californian desert resort city Palm Springs, 170km from Los Angeles, became synonymous with Sinatra, Elvis and numerous other superstars using it to vacation, party and relax. While that exciting period of exclusiveness might be over, it just means nowadays everyone can join the fun

How gourmet food trucks took over the world

The third Brussels Food Truck Festival, held May 6 to 8, 2016, saw close to 140 food trucks feed about 150,000 hungry visitors

36 Hours in Southeast London

The neighborhoods in Southeast London are among the capital’s most energetic, with lively streets, tempting restaurants and a spooky cemetery

U.S. airports respond to Zika virus threat

With the 2016 Summer Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro kicking off in just three months and a growing list of countries and territories around the world reporting active mosquito transmission of the Zika virus, U.S

Good news for cruisers: Ships' on-board Internet service is improving and prices are falling

I had been looking forward to an upcoming cruise for weeks. But timing is everything, and mine wasn't good. I had a deadline looming as I boarded the ship. I knew I needed to get busy right away or I'd never make my deadline. Then the on-board Internet crashed, and the prognosis wasn't good

New passport rule for Britons flying to America could ruin your holiday

Tens of thousands of British travellers face being turned away from holiday and business flights to the US this summer, due to a little-publicised new rule introduced last month. Anyone without a biometric passport is now ineligible to travel to America without a visa - even if they have been granted an "Esta", online permission to visit the US

Which is the cheapest Disney to visit?

If a Disney holiday is a rite of passage for many families around the world, it can be a costly one – and it can be difficult to figure out from various iterations of deals and packages which represents the best value

Royal Caribbean Sticks with Dynamic Dining on Anthem of the Seas

Royal Caribbean has decided to stick with its Dynamic Dining program on Anthem of the Seas, as well as other Quantum-class ships

Deaf People Travel Too

There are an estimated 48 million deaf and hard of hearing people in America. The number of deaf and hard of hearing individuals and people with other disabilities worldwide is equal to the population of China. This does NOT include the number of friends and family including children who travel with us

Called to the bars: a negroni tour of London

A new London drinking tour focusing on the gin-vermouth-Campari magic that is the negroni takes in clubs, hotels and speakeasies across the city

Channing Tatum bringing his 'Magic Mike' act to Las Vegas

Channing Tatum is bringing his "Magic Mike" act to Las Vegas. The 36-year-old actor has announced that he's directing "Magic Mike Live Las Vegas." It's billed as a live male strip revue based on the movie "Magic Mike" and a sequel, "Magic Mike XXL."

How to Travel the World Without Quitting Your Job

What if you could leave your cubicle behind, pack up your work, and take your next meeting in Madrid? Or Bali? Of course it's appealing, but then there's the obvious reality check: A live-work abroad kind of life would require permission from your boss, or finding one of those coveted jobs that allows you to work remotely. In other words, no easy feat

For Less Than A Year's Rent in NYC, You Could Just Globetrot

Being a citizen of the world has never been easier, after two new companies named Roam and Remote Year have created a network of co-living spaces allowing you pay a flat price to live in destinations across the globe. While the companies differ slightly in their approach, both are geared toward digital nomads who can work on the road. The idea is that you sign one lease—yet move from point to point throughout the year

Hanoi's Apricot Hotel melds contemporary flair with classic luxury

If your grandmother’s favourite high-tea hotel went on a date with the latest contemporary gallery, their love child would bear a strong resemblance to the Apricot. The boutique, arts-oriented hotel is safe enough to fall squarely in the luxury category, but just offbeat enough to make you feel like you’re in the know

The city that contradicts everything 'China'

This city is the Silicon Valley of China; it's a place to think big, then bigger

Cool Place of the Day: Walcot Hall, Shropshire

Walcot Hall is a fabulous and little known country estate, perfectly placed for exploring the beautiful Shropshire Hills, and a great place to stay in its own right, with a Georgian house at its heart, and, in addition to a number of comfy self-catering apartments, a variety of quirky camping and glamping opportunities dotted around its sumptuous grounds

In Advance of the 2020 Olympics, a Mini Hotel Boom in Japan

In anticipation of the 2020 Summer Olympics, Japan is in the midst of a mini hotel boom. The rooms at the new Amanemu (above), within Ise-Shima National Park, seven hours south of Tokyo by car, are designed to promote total tranquility — all clean lines and warm, woodsy neutrals, with a basalt stone onsen-style tub in every suite

Afraid to cruise in Europe? Nuts! Now's a great time to go

In the weeks after the Paris terrorist attacks, bookings at Europe-focused Viking River Cruises dropped by more than 50%. Not just in France, where the California-based company offers trips on the Seine that begin and end in Paris. But across all of Europe, a continent that spans more than 2,500 miles

100 best places in the U.S. for brunch, including 16 in California

Just in time for Mother's Day, OpenTable has come out with its crowd-sourced list of what its users say are the 100 best brunch places in America. New York topped the list of brunchable spots with 20 restaurants, and California came in second with these 16 (many of which have Mother's Day menus, in case you're still planning a Sunday meal out)

In Defense of the Imperfect Holiday

The comedian Louis C.K. has a bit about all the work that goes into being a modern consumer. “It’s like a job,” he says, mocking the research we do before making even the most inconsequential purchases. “You have to make sure you get the best one.”

10 things you never knew about being an air hostess

In my four years working as a flight attendant for different airlines, including British Airways, I’ve been inundated with questions about what it’s really like to be an air stewardess. From strict grooming protocol to what passengers get up to when they think no one is watching, it’s time to bust some myths and reveal a few surprising truths about life at 30,000 feet

Cunard Reveals New Dining Options For Remastered QM2

Cunard Cruise Line will add two new dining venues, Carinthia Lounge and The Verandah Restaurant, to its remastered Queen Mary 2, plus enhance other existing restaurants

10 Things Not to Do When Traveling as a Couple

As a couple, my husband and I have traveled quite a bit. We also work remotely as freelancers which means neither of us takes off to an office during the day. Needless to say, over the time we’ve been in a relationship, we’ve spent a lot of time together and often in very close quarters

No vacancies: life in Mozambique's abandoned Grande Hotel in pictures

When it opened in 1955, the Grande Hotel in the Indian Ocean city of Beira was one of the most luxurious in Africa. Photojournalist Fellipe Abreu documents the lives of the 3,500 people who now fill this long-closed hotel to capacity

Extreme Turbulence Causes 31 Injuries on Etihad Airways Flight

Turbulence can happen on any flight—but that doesn't make it any less nerve-racking, even for frequent flyers. And so one can only imagine the unease of passengers on a recent Etihad Airways flight from Abu Dhabi to Jakarta, where the air became so bumpy, 31 travelers sustained injuries and 10 people had to be hospitalized, including one crew member. Twenty-two others with minor injuries were treated at the airport's clinic, the airline said

This Is The Greenest Airline In The World

Out of 20 major airlines, Finnair was the least polluting of the world’s largest airlines in 2014, according to a new study. The study was conducted by the U.K.’s University of Warwick in Coventry. They examined data from the annual reports of 20 large airlines as well as from the Carbon Disclosure Project, a voluntary carbon data reporting organization based in London. They looked at both greenhouse gasses emitted by burning jet fuel, and from CO2 emissions from airline ground operations and services

Three-minute guide to Chengdu, China

The city in southwest China known for its Sichuan cuisine and home to 80 per cent of the world's panda population is going through a transformation. Hip hi-tech start-ups are moving in and with that more restaurants, high-end accommodation, galleries and shopping centres are opening up

Naxos: Lush Greek isle delivers the good life

Some places are better than others at fulfilling the powerful human desire to live well. The Greek island of Naxos delivers. The largest and lushest of the otherwise rocky Cyclades, Naxos is sometimes referred to as the "green leaf" of the Aegean Sea

You Can Now Visit Charlie Chaplin

Chaplin's World the first-ever museum dedicated to the work of Charlie Chaplin has opened in the filmmaker's former home in Vevey, Switzerland

10 signs you're a horrible traveler

Everyone thinks they're an awesome traveler. Yes, even the guy who has his seat reclined all the way into your lap on the 30-minute commuter flight thinks he's crushing it in the travel department. It's easy to judge all the other people on your journey, but did you ever stop to ponder that other people might view you as the terrible traveler? Here are 10 signs that the person everyone else hates is, in fact, you

Uncover a World of Magical Nature in the Czech Republic

Beyond the awe-inspiring structural wonders of Prague, there lies a hidden magical world in the Czech Republic. The country's natural attractions are rich in the mystical and the ethereal, whether in its spectacular natural formations or in its stunning works of art and architecture directly inspired by nature. Atlas Obscura helps you uncover the magical world within the nature of the Czech landscape

In the City of the Cheese Steak, Vegans Feel at Home

What do you call a Philly cheese steak with no cheese and no steak? It sounds like the setup to a punch line. But there’s nothing to laugh at when it comes to eating vegan in Philadelphia, which, in the last few years, has blossomed into a dynamic universe of vegan food, from old-school doughnuts to adventuresome tacos. Veganism is so hot that the city declared last Nov. 1 Philly Vegan Day

First look: Inside Holland America's first new ship in years

Eager for a glimpse of Holland America's newest ship, Koningsdam? USA TODAY correspondent Peter Knego this week has been getting a sneak peek at the 2,650-passenger vessel in advance of its May christening

How to save on a cruise

Waiting for your ship to come in but afraid you won't be able to afford it when it docks at a port near you?

More to southwestern Saskatchewan than meets the eye

Think the province is nothing but flat farms? You'd be wrong, as a road trip through the untouched, undulating landscape proves

48 Hours in Lima

The Peruvian capital just got a lot easier to reach thanks to direct British Airways flights from Gatwick, which launched today - the first since 1982. It will surely be an enticing prospect for the legions of travellers that dream of visiting this mystical land, home to ancient civilisations, crumbling citadels and the world's most famous trek

Audrey Hepburn: on the trail of her most famous films

As the new Audrey Hepburn exhibition continues at the National Portrait Gallery, we highlight places associated with the actress and her best films

Carnival Spirit to Offer Winter Season in Shanghai for Carnival's First China Cruises

Carnival Spirit will not be based year-round in Sydney in 2018, after plans were announced today to send the ship to Shanghai for the Australian winter season of that year. The surprise move is also expected to open up new itineraries between Australia and Asia. The seasonal deployment will follow the ship’s scheduled dry dock in Singapore in autumn 2018, with the ship returning home to Australia in spring 2018

A Day in The Life of a Traveler Struggling with Anxiety

I bolt out of bed and blink a few times, waiting for the morning fog to clear my eyes...this isn’t my house. This isn’t even my country. As my pulse and my breath quickens, I slip into the bathroom as to not wake my fellow travelers. I sit on the floor and count the tiles. I think about how cold the floor feels on my bare legs. I count the towels on the rack

Top 10 back-to-nature cottages and campsites in Wales

Step out of these Welsh holiday homes and campsites into the great outdoors - with walking, cycling, kayaking or surfing all on the doorstep or nearby

Man Says $260K Stolen From His Carry-On in Mid-Air Theft

Forget the air rage of walking through first class for a second, and consider how this traveler must feel: On an Emirates flight from Dubai to Hong Kong, a passenger claims that two watches and foreign currency were taken from his carry-on luggage, valuing $260,000, reports the BBC. The 39-year-old man, reportedly a Turkish watch merchant who had been sitting in economy, says he had placed his luggage in the overhead bin. A spokesperson for Emirates told the BBC that the airline "is working closely with the police department and providing information to assist with their investigation."

Hotels Already Selling Out for 2017 Total Eclipse

It’s still more than a year away, but hotels already are selling out as people prepare for the total eclipse happening August 21, 2017. As the first one in the United States in decades, it’s no surprise everyone wants to get a front row seat to it

How budget airlines really cut costs

Are airlines just cutting corners as they slash prices? United Airlines recently announced plans to retrofit 19 of its domestic Boeing 777 wide bodies with a 10-across seating floor plan. While the idea of squeezing one more seat into a jet that was designed for nine seats abreast is not new —American Airlines, Emirates, KLM, and Air France have been employing it for several years — what is distressing is that Boeing recently said that half of its orders for new 777s were asking for the 10-wide layout

Zika Virus Is Coming and We're Not Ready, U.S. Experts Say

Zika virus is going to start spreading in the U.S. and the country's not ready for it, experts said Tuesday. It probably won't spread much — most U.S. areas don't have the right conditions for widespread transmission of the virus — but even a little is too much, the officials said

A $1,000 Day in Tokyo for $100

I walked out of Tokyo Station, the big commuter hub in the city’s Chiyoda district, and turned to look up at its gorgeous brick facade. I was lost. I couldn’t find the Tokyo Station Hotel — a well-reviewed luxury property that was renovated in 2012. My mistake, it turned out, was leaving the train station at all

New Viking line plans epic, 141-day world cruise

Fast-growing Viking Ocean Cruises this week announced plans for an epic, 141-day world voyage -- a first for the line. Kicking off Dec. 15, 2017 in Miami, the sailing will take place on the still-under-construction Viking Sun, a 930-passenger ship scheduled to debut in late 2017

When you ride the Trans-Siberian Railway, you get a window into Russia's soul

Beyond Irkutsk, a city along the Trans-Siberian Railway, my neighbor plunked a sausage and a bottle of Cognac on the table. I dug a Route 66 shot glass from my stash of small gifts for such occasions and presented it to him. “Ah, kulturny obmen [cultural exchange],” said Sergey, a thirtysomething machinist who resembled an NFL linebacker

The hottest hotel perk? Artist-in-residence programs

As luxury properties seek to attract travellers in an increasingly competitive market, having artist-in-residence programs - where guests can mingle with designers, writers and other creative types - is one way to distinguish themselves

48 Hours in Leicester

One of the greatest stories in travel began in Leicester 175 years ago, when Thomas Cook organised his first excursion: a Temperance awayday to Loughborough. And one of the greatest stories in football reached its climax on 2 May, when Claudio Ranieri’s Leicester City FC won the Premier League for the first time in their history

Europe's greatest rivers - and how to explore them

Easily the most popular river for cruising, the Rhine has its source in the Alps, becomes navigable at Basel, in Switzerland, and runs north – in parts serving as a border between France and Germany – to meet the North Sea near Amsterdam. Sections of the river flow through steep-sided, sometimes vine-clad valleys; a delightful experience made even more special by the perched castles lining the route

Holland America Line Considering Adding New Features for Next Pinnacle Class Ship

Holland America Line could be adding a number of new features on its next Pinnacle Class ship, including a new restaurant. The changes that may come are based on passenger feedback and observations by crew onboard its newest ship, Koningsdam -- the line's first Pinnacle Class ship – which launched April 8 in Europe

Five of the Best Small Hotels in Wales

Bijou, bespoke and boutique — all the words you want to hear when you’re looking for the perfect hotel to stay in on a blissful weekend break. Surrounded by the natural beauty of the Welsh countryside, these are the small hotels that fit all the ‘Bs’ in Wales

Mexico City's grandest neighbourhood is back in vogue

The formerly wealthy Colonia Juárez, close to Mexico City's historic centre, is getting its groove back, with new restaurants, bars and art galleries

SeaWorld tries to woo shark conservationists with new partnership

It’s been just over a month since SeaWorld announced that it had stopped its controversial orca breeding program. Now the struggling theme park is fulfilling its promise to promote messages of aquatic conservation by partnering with marine biologist and wildlife artist Guy Harvey to educate visitors on shark preservation efforts around the world

Wreckage of Captain Cook's Endeavour found

Researchers believe they have found the wreckage of the HMS Endeavour, vessel of legendary British explorer, James Cook. Cook commanded the ship from 1768 to 1771 on his famous voyage mapping the uncharted waters of the south Pacific Ocean, but for years its whereabouts have remained a mystery

Sky-high profits for airlines, lower fares for passengers

Due mainly to rock-bottom jet fuel prices, the nation's airlines racked up record profits in 2015. Fortunately, there's good news for passengers too: lower air fares

The 8 Do's and Don'ts of Vacationing With Friends

Travelers who have been there, done that, tell you how to go away with your pals without getting on each other's nerves

Insane New Star Wars Show Coming to Walt Disney World

One of the most innovative experiences ever created for Walt Disney World is about to arrive—and no, it’s not the new Anna and Elsa meet-and-greet over at Epcot. Star Wars-themed desserts, attractions, and shows have been popping up across Disney parks for months now, but the movie’s presence will expand in a massive way when Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular opens at Hollywood Studios later this summer

Enjoying Osaka’s Famous Food, Without Breaking the Bank

I sat in the passenger seat of a station wagon with my friend Brian, an American who is living and raising a family in Osaka — his cute toddler was snoozing in the back — as he explained local rivalries. We were driving down Midosuji Boulevard, the main thoroughfare in central Osaka. Conflicts between the Kansai region, where Osaka sits, and the Kanto region, which Tokyo calls home, can get intense, he said

Newest amenity at airports is one for the dogs

Pre-security pet relief areas outside airport terminals are a welcome amenity for air passengers traveling with service dogs, emotional support animals or pets. But in a move that pooches and people with connecting flights applaud, pet potties are now popping up inside airport terminals, on the secure side. Terminal 4 at John F. Kennedy International Airport — host to 32 domestic and international airlines and more than 60,000 passengers a day — is the latest to add this pet-centric perk

In this New Mexico town, you can see where Pancho Villa turned history on its head

As you drive into this dusty little village just three miles north of the Mexican border, you wouldn’t guess that a bloody event here would have affected a world war and kept the town’s name in the history books for more than a hundred years. Just before dawn on March 9, 1916, Mexican revolutionary Francisco “Pancho” Villa ordered his troops to attack the sleeping town. It was a mistake; Villa was defeated in less than two hours

Family-friendly hotels for a summer holiday

Getting the location right makes a holiday, and you can’t go wrong here: this New England-styled spa hotel has a commanding position on a headland, with nine adjacent sandy beaches, rock pools and coves to explore. There's a sailing, surf and paddleboard school nearby (with free two-hour lesson per child during the holidays) plus riding and fishing to try

The 25 greatest train journeys in the world

'I have seldom heard a train go by and not wished I was on it,” said the travel writer Paul Theroux famously, and it seems that more of us than ever concur with him. Trains are the most agreeable, comfortable and relaxing of any form of long distance travel. Whether you are seeking spectacular scenery, luxurious carriages, heritage steam trains or epic long-distance journeys, perhaps aboard a sleeper, there is no better perspective on the world than from a railway carriage

Holland America Line Confirms New Features for Next Pinnacle Class Ship

Holland America Line will be adding a number of new features on its next Pinnacle Class ship, including a new restaurant. The changes that will come are based on passenger feedback and observations by crew onboard its newest ship, Koningsdam -- the line's first Pinnacle Class ship – which launched April 8 in Europe

Exploring the Blue City, Jodhpur India

Our driver picked us up at Hotel Pleasant Haveli around 10am. As we were leaving, Bhawani (aka Al Pacino) was coming back from his latest overnight camel safari and stopped us. Ironically, our driver was his uncle. What a small town. The best part was when Al Pacino went in for a bro-hug, Vinny patted him on the back only to have loads of dirt fly off of his shirt

10 of the best BampBs in Lima, Peru

Once just a stop on the way to Machu Picchu, Peru's capital is now a hot destination in its own right - and the first direct flights from the UK, with BA from 4 May, will make it even easier to reach

The end of lost luggage? Delta rolls out new bag tracking technology

Delta Air Lines will soon become the first U.S. airline to use the baggage tracking technology called Radio Frequency Identification on all baggage - 120 million bags a year - the airline announced Friday, according to Mashable. Delta anticipates the airline will be using the technology, also known as RFID, by the end of 2016, the airline told Mashable

First U.S. cruise sets sail for Cuba

The first U.S. cruise ship bound for Cuba in decades set sail Sunday as salsa music played and protesters picketed nearby

Why Vis, Croatia Is the Perfect Mediterranean Getaway

A ferry ride away from the popular Croatia coastal town of Split, the island of Vis is one of the last unspoiled places in the Adriatic. Filled with vineyards, picturesque fishing towns, and cozy restaurants, Condé Nast Traveler contributor Alexander Maksik found that it offers all of the charm of the Mediterranean, without the overwhelming crowds

Top Destinations for LGBT Travel in 2016 Revealed

As LGBT tourism continues to grow, travel-planning app and website Gogobot just announced its 2016 top destinations where the specialized sector is expanding. Atlanta topped the list this year beating out Minneapolis and Boston—Dubai even cracked the top 10 briefly before being removed considering homosexuality is illegal in the region

Guilt tip: Travelers face pressure for gratuities

Feel a little guilty when you travel? You should. You probably aren't tipping enough. Don't take my word for it. Travelers are experiencing a new kind of harassment, courtesy of the exploding gig economy. Call it guilt tipping

Zika Virus Birth Defects May Be 'Tip of the Iceberg', Experts Say

The explosion of birth defects linked to the Zika virus may be just the

Comcast buys DreamWorks Animation in $3.8 billion deal

On Thursday, Comcast (CMCSA) said shareholders in DreamWorks will receive $41 in cash per share of stock -- a roughly 50% premium from where the stock was trading before the merger talks were reported earlier this week. Comcast said it expects the deal to pass regulatory muster and take effect by the end of the year

48 Hours In New York

There’s never a bad time to take a bite out of the Big Apple, but the gentle months of spring, sandwiched between bitter winter and sweltering summer, are when New York is at its most welcoming. But there’s more to entice you beyond the blissfully sunny days

Exclusive: Disney announces weddings inside the Magic Kingdom

Is marriage on your horizon? Do you love the Disney theme parks almost as much as you love your fiancé? Imagine this fantasy scenario: It's your wedding day, and you ride up Main Street U.S.A. in Cinderella's horse-drawn carriage accompanied by bewigged, royal coachmen

36 Hours in Louisville

While the world turns its attention to Louisville annually on the first Saturday in May for the pageantry of the Kentucky Derby (May 7 this year), the city itself has been on a development tear that warrants attention beyond race season

Something else to see in Canada's polar bear country: white whales

The Canadian town of Churchill on Hudson Bay has its share of polar bears, but in summer you can see the all-white beluga whales that migrate into the warm waters. This trip takes you there -- with plenty of wildlife viewing opps

How to survive a long-haul flight

As the ambitions and expansion plans of low-cost airlines such as Norwegian and Wow suggest, the demand for long-haul leisure travel is growing fast. It’s a trend which was confirmed by the results of our survey of Telegraph Travel readers which we published this month. Some 16 out of your top 20 favourite countries involve a flight of more than 12 hours - if you are travelling from Britain of course. Only one - Italy - is less than eight hours away

Crystal to Offer Most Tours for Free on River Ships

Crystal River Cruises, the river arm of luxury cruise line Crystal Cruises, has published the list of shore excursions for Crystal Mozart's maiden season, and the majority of them will be complimentary

The Time Is Now: Why More Millennials Are Choosing World Travel Over Steady Careers

You’ve seen the articles and photos from young travel bloggers as they backpack their way through Europe and relax on tropical beaches. It seems like such a glamorous life, but is it really all it’s cracked up to be? Millennials are making it their mission to find out

Family-friendly festivals, fun and adventures for the May Day weekend

If you’re after a timeless outdoor escapade, then the brand new A Day At The Lake festival (30 April-2 May) is worth travelling for. The beautiful Rudyard Lake, in Staffordshire, was a popular spot for day-trippers in the late 1800s, and the festival re-imagines the lake as it was during its Victorian heyday

United Airlines pilot surprises solider son by flying him home after deployment | Fox News

A United Airlines pilot pulled off the welcome home party of a lifetime by surprising his son returning to the U.S after a long deployment in Kuwait. Captain Mario Lopes, who is based in the Washington, D.C. area, agreed to pilot a military-chartered flight on April 14, taking his son’s unit back to the states—and the young solider had no idea his father was in the cockpit

Baby born mid-flight named after airline

Chances are baby boy Saw Jet Star will raise more than a few eyebrows when he

The 5 Best New Design Hotels in the World

In an age when any pretender can plop an Eames chair in the lobby and call itself a design hotel, these challengers are reclaiming the name

Among America's Hottest Hotels, What's Old is New Again

For a while there, it seemed like every search for a boutique hotel resulted in slick-design this and oontz-oontz that. But nowadays there’s a different trend afoot. Instead of the most cutting-edge materials and severe looks, rooms are tricked out with the original bones of a century-old building, or wooden floorboards with nicks and scuffs

Disney cruise ship rescues 3 fugitives wanted in New Orleans

A Walt Disney Co. cruise ship has rescued three fugitives off the coast of Cuba who were wanted in New Orleans. U.S. Marshal Amos Rojas Jr. said in a news release that last Thursday, the Disney Fantasy cruise ship found the fugitives clinging to a capsized boat. He says all three were wanted for violating their supervised release on federal credit card fraud charges in New Orleans

Everything You Need to Know About Global Entry and TSA PreCheck

I initially resisted the idea of Global Entry—I wasn’t entirely sure what I’d be paying $100 for, and I’d already resigned myself to long lines at my home airport, JFK, for the rest of my life. But as a travel editor, I was spurred to dig deeper. What exactly did the process entail? Why were some not-so-evident benefits? Fast forward: I was approved for Global Entry last October, and I’ve never been happier with a purchase. Here’s what I learned

In the South, a New Crop of Boutique Hotels

Five one-of-a-kind boutique destinations that favor authentic, highly localized design

New Oceania ship christened in Barcelona

Chef and cookbook author Claudine Pépin on Wednesday christened a new ship for Oceania Cruises during a heart-warming ceremony in Barcelona. The co-host of a series of PBS cooking shows, who has long ties to the food-focused line, pulled the lever of a brass ship's telegraph to send a champagne bottle smashing against the hull of the 684-passenger Sirena -- a former Princess vessel that Oceania has purchased and revamped

Another 8 unanswered questions about Disneyland's 'Star Wars' land

Disney raised even more questions than it answered with the recent release of concept art for the new Star Wars Lands at Disneyland in Anaheim and Disney's

The delights of southern Corsica

I’m here in Corsica’s extreme south to dive, unwind and seek out the softest, sandiest beaches. For years I’ve been tempted to come to this mountainous island southeast of the French mainland, but have either been put off by the rumour it’s astronomically expensive, or the suggestion that Corsicans are not particularly welcoming. I quickly discover I’m wrong on both counts

Dubai skyscraper's new glass walkway to mimic feeling of 'walking in the air'

Visitors will soon be able to enjoy panoramic views over Dubai from a vertigo-inducing glass-floored walkway on the 80th floor of the tallest skyscraper in the city's new Aykon City development

Hurtigruten Cruise Line Launches Young Explorers Programme

In an initiative to attract more families to the cruise line, Hurtigruten has announced plans to introduce the Young Explorers Programme onboard its MS Midnatsol ship from November 2016 to March 2017. The Young Explorers Programme will focus on environmental challenges facing the planet, featuring activities and learning opportunities, such as age-appropriate lectures and field research, for seven to 13-year-old passengers

The One Hack That Will Save You Hundreds While Traveling

Things I hate: Searching for a no-fee ATM, cash-only establishments, and foreign exchange fees. Things I love: Finding a bank that eliminates all of those things. If you’re paying ATM charges or penalties for using your debit or credit card while traveling, stop that right now. There are plenty of banks out there that now offer no monthly fees, no foreign transaction penalties, and will even refund any ATM fees you might incur from other banks

Why being a vegetarian traveller is often so hard to swallow

Avoiding meat and fish while travelling can be frustrating - and sometimes impossible - says Shahnaz Habib, but it can also lead to all sorts of adventures and give you a unique insight into a destination

Stranded mother caught sobbing as cruise ship sails away with kids onboard | Fox News

A Caribbean cruise turned into a nightmare for a tardy couple left sobbing and pleading at a Bahamas pier as their ship sailed off with their kids on board. “That is someone that has missed the boat,” said fellow passenger Scott Thomas, who took video of the scene and uploaded it to YouTube

5 of Chicago's coolest neighborhoods

There's a lot to Chicago beyond the iconic sights of the Loop, from ethnic enclaves serving some of the city's best food to vibrant murals telling local stories

Why You Should Never Take Baths at Hotels

After a long flight, a grueling day of business meetings, or simply walking around a new city, few things sound better than a hot bath. To some. Should you actually fill up that hotel tub, you may sit in a stew of germs, bacteria, and cleaning chemicals. A 2012 study of hotel cleanliness found that housekeepers spend about 30 minutes on each room, and that some of the most contaminated hotel items are actually the sponges and mops in housekeepers' carts—a.k.a. the items used to clean the tubs. More recent research unveiled another sad truth: Hotel bathrooms are even dirtier than airplanes

Wild Yukon calls with its bright lights, not-so-big cities

Large in land and tiny in population, the Yukon is a vast playground full of natural beauty, scenic drives and — if you're lucky — the northern lights

JetBlue: Demand for premium Mint service strong

Mint’s service initially focused on transcontinental routes from New York to Los Angeles and San Francisco. The goal was to compete for business travelers with fares starting at $599 against the Big 3 legacy carriers that often charge more than $2,000 for premium seats, St. George said. “Mint’s success in New York supported our belief that customers have grown weary of the high-price premium offerings from other airlines,” Hayes said

Denver’s Vintage Train Station Gets (Another) Update

Union Station’s new link to Denver’s airport — along with notable restaurants, shops and a hotel — make it the city’s transit heart

Nine stylish boutique hotels in Austin

Visitors can stay in stylish properties that, despite their small size, pack in plenty of amenities

Want off the beaten path? Head to Slovenia on a guided walking tour

The little-known Central European country of Slovenia is the focus of a new guided walking tour organized by Country Walkers

Is vacationing at a 'baby-friendly' resort a sacrifice - or just a new kind of adventure?

When your idea of "vacation" used to be gruelling, independent hikes through remote jungles, how does a sunny, sandy "baby-friendly" resort stack up?

Costa Rica for foodies

The curved mountain tops, blanketed in milky green grass, gave way to infinite blue sky. Cows grazed on land speckled with wind turbines. If it wasn't for the unpaved roads and one-storey houses in pops of candyfloss pink and lime, I could easily have been in the Alps, rather than Monteverde, in northwestern Costa Rica

Why your next city break should be Lisbon

Lisbon leapt nine places to 26th in the World’s Best Cities category at this year’s Telegraph Travel Awards’. It is the cheapest Western European destination for a city break this year, according to the Post Office, and is increasingly appearing on British travellers’ short break hit list

Cunard's QM2 Cruise Liner Forced to Skip Two Ports Because of Norovirus Outbreak Onboard

Cunard’s Queen Mary 2 has been denied entry to Aqaba in Jordan and Salalah in Oman because of a norovirus outbreak onboard the ship. Of the 2,403 guests onboard, Cunard confirmed that only two guests had confirmed symptoms of the gastro illness

Spain's cursed village of witches

How does a tiny Spanish village of just 62 souls come to be excommunicated in its entirety and cursed with a spell so strong that only the Pope can lift it?

Plane passengers arrested after attacking ground crew over delayed flight

The angry trio reportedly smashed a desk at one of the boarding gates after their demands to meet a supervisor were declined

The world's best luxury dive resorts

Super-swanky dive resorts come in all sizes. But mostly in small. From Chile to Australia to St. Lucia, the world's most exclusive scuba hideaways serve fewer than 100 select guests. Some cater to a maximum of just 20 diving VIPs. Others tempt groups to reserve their whole private island

Thinking About Going to Cuba This Summer? Here's How to Do It

President Obama visited Cuba last month, and plenty of Americans want to know when they might be able to take a trip to the formerly off-limits island nation, too. The U.S. government has been steadily easing travel restrictions to Cuba, but there will still be some complications if you're thinking about making it your summer travel destination

4 Reasons Travel Is Better in Your 30s

My Twitter feed reminds me daily that I’m not in my 20s anymore, mostly through the travel articles that wistfully imply if I didn’t hit the road when I was 24, I’ve literally missed the plane. But I am going to disagree with all of the millennials who so adamantly steal their decade for travel, and proclaim: travel is so much better in your 30s

What It's Really Like to Be a Cruise Ship Performer

Sydney Brown, a member of Royal Caribbean's tumbling team, tells Condé Nast Traveler about her life at sea

Ponant's New Ships Will Have Underwater Lounges With Incredible Views

Ponant, a popular French expedition cruise line, announced last month that it would be adding four identical ships to its fleet, but it wasn’t until recently that details regarding the design and amenities of each were revealed. Navin Sawhney, Ponant's CEO for the Americas, told Travel Weekly earlier this week that each ship will come equipped with an underwater lounge—a bar area with large windows below the ship’s surface

The World's Most Luxurious Hotel Bathrooms

Rain shower heads and double sinks? So 20 years ago. Now, it's all about the ocean vistas, onyx tiles, and suspended tubs. Here are some of our favorites from around the world

Disney World Announces This Year's Free Dining Days

Each year Walt Disney World offers select days where visitors can dine for free, and today the company made the Free Dining Days announcement

Seeing the Hoosier State in a different kind of Indy car

For Chicagoland folks seeking a not-too-distant escape, plenty of rail-themed activities await in Indianapolis, the capital of a state celebrating its bicentennial this year

Ivanka Trump unveils spa suites at renovated Trump National in Doral

The upgraded spa and suites complex — designed by Ivanka Trump — marks the final stage of a $250 million renovation of the Doral resort

How to Bring the Hotel Spa to Your Airbnb

On-demand beauty apps let you order up a massage, manicure or other treatment while you lounge at a vacation rental

Five ways to save on first-class tickets

Pinching pennies is great, but there are some occasions when only first class will do: lie-flat seats, gourmet meals, maybe even a shower (hello, Etihad). It’s special. It’s also expensive

River cruises and coastal excursions offer a more mellow way to see the U.S.A.

More travelers are choosing to stay in the U.S. and cruise its nations and coastal waters

Princess Cruises to Dock at Cairns City Terminal Instead of Anchoring at Yorkeys Knob

Princess Cruises' three Australia-based ships -- Sun Princess, Sea Princess and Dawn Princess -- will start docking at the Cairns Cruise Liner Terminal on the city foreshore, instead of anchoring at Yorkeys Knob, north of the city. This means passengers will step from their ship to Cairns city without needing to transfer by tender boats

Secret Italy: 21 places you never thought to visit (but really should)

Lee Marshall, author of Telegraph Travel's guides to Rome, Florence, Tuscany and Sicily, recommends this unheralded spot in the Province of Salerno. "Twenty years ago, I promised the friend who told me about Pisciotta and its Marina that I would avoid writing about it," he says

Guide to Dubai: a couple-friendly holiday destination

Summertime in Dubai is undeniably hot, but savvy couples can live like sheikhs by making the most of unbeatable deals available on flights, first-class hotels and even shopping during this off-peak season. Just a six-and-a-half-hour direct flight from the UK, the UAE hub boasts miles of pristine beaches, world-class restaurants and activities ranging from helicopter flights over the ever-growing skyline to scuba diving with sharks in the Dubai Mall Aquarium

The Renowned Palace of the Winds: Hawa Mahal, Jaipur India

The nice part to being in a city longer than some might suggest is that you get to take it slowly. We are so used to waking up at 6:00 a.m., being out all day and all night then not going to bed until 1:00 a.m. Well, that’s how it’s been on other trips in the past (talk about a dictatorship). But here in Jaipur, we have time. Time to sightsee, time to relax, time to wander, time to eat (always time to eat), time to do it all

Traveling while gluten free: a survival guide

Awareness of celiac disease is on the rise, but many places have never heard of it, so patience is required - both in explaining the issue and handling mistakes

31 beautiful reasons to visit England

To celebrate St. George's Day -- the closest thing England has to a national day -- here are 31 reasons to visit

In an Age of Privilege, Not Everyone Is in the Same Boat

Companies are becoming adept at identifying wealthy customers and marketing to them, creating a money-based caste system

North Carolina and Mississippi See Tourist Backlash After L.G.B.T. Laws

Trips are being canceled after a law in Mississippi allows anti-gay discrimination and one in North Carolina regulates transgender bathroom access

In earthquakes' aftermath, a new role for Quito's old airport

There’s yet another new use for the old, in-city airport in Quito, Ecuador: a staging area for food, clothing and medical supplies being donated and distributed for earthquake relief. Ecuador experienced a 7.8- magnitude earthquake on Saturday, April 16, killing close to 600 people, injuring thousands of others and causing much damage in the country’s coastal areas

Manhattan Project National Historical Park tells how and why the U.S. built and used atomic bombs

A visit to the Hanford Site of the new Manhattan Project National Historical Park gets one visitor thinking about the questions it raises

Gatwick gears up for the big switch

At the world's busiest single-runway airport, the builders are in. I am standing in a concrete shell high up in the South Terminal, with a formidable view over the runway and taxiways. This vantage point was, until recently, occupied by restaurants and lounges. It has been stripped down to the bare concrete to be handed over to a new tenant: British Airways

The Caribbean island where you can cuddle rescue puppies all day

How do you make a paradise island even better? Add puppies

Royal Caribbean Switches to Tiered Internet Plans

Royal Caribbean has switched from a "one size fits all" Internet plan to two different options on all ships with high-speed Voom Internet

Don't Miss San Gimignano On Your Next Trip To Tuscany

You could say it is a medieval Manhattan. San Gimignano is famous for its towered skyline, which has characterized it since ancient times. Its unmistakable profile appears in the hills between Certaldo and Volterra in the province of Siena, about 1,083 feet above sea level. Not a very high altitude, but high enough to make this scenario unforgettable

10 of the best hostels and lodges that you have to hike to

These out of the way retreats can only be reached on foot - but the reward for your efforts is a warm welcome and a chance to rest weary legs in spectacular surroundings

How premium economy became the new hot seat

I had no idea what true premium economy was until I lived it. My seat was similar to the recliner in my parent's living room and far roomier than economy

15 Most Beautiful Waterfalls in the World

You might know some of the world's most famous waterfalls, like Niagara and Victoria, but what about Kaieteur Falls or Gullfoss? Here are 15 of our favorite cascades from around the globe

What to Pack This Festival Season

Whether you're headed to celebrity-frequented festivals like Coachella and Burning Man, traveling around Europe to party on the beach, or journeying to the mountains of Japan to listen to some rock and roll, we've compiled the ultimate packing guide for every type of music festival

2 Michigan islands are close but so different

Michigan's historic Mackinac and rustic Beaver islands are only 50 miles from each other, but they feel like worlds apart

Key Largo evolving with new luxury resort

Playa Largo Resort amp Spa will be first full-service resort built in Key Largo in more than 20 years

Why you want to book cruises with overnight stays

USA TODAY's Gene Sloan looks at the allure of an extended cruise call in Vietnam

36 Hours on the Amalfi Coast

In a 1953 Harper’s Bazaar essay, John Steinbeck drew back the curtain on Positano, most likely changing the course of history for the most picturesque town on the Amalfi Coast. This romanticized 30-mile stretch of Italian coast on the southern edge of the Sorrentine Peninsula still impresses with cliffs towering above pebbled coves and villages hugging improbably steep slopes

The new face of Bordeaux: Famous French food and wine reimagined

Mention your travel plans include Bordeaux, and visions of the vinous world’s equivalent of sugar plum fairies start dancing in heads: fabled chateaux, expensive wine, lavish dinners. These attributes helped define the city as a luxury destination, but according to locals, the weight of all that grandeur pressed the centuries-old epicenter of French wine commerce into a culturally static state

Happy Earth Day! 6 places to celebrate in California this weekend

Earth Day is officially marked every April 22. Here are six things to do that can help connect you to the outdoors and put you in a planet-loving mood

A landscape carved with legends: Discover Ireland's literature and history in County Sligo

Ireland is a nation of storytellers, and few regions are as steeped in literature and history as County Sligo. It's a place of ancient cairns and a warrior queen, where 2,000 monks died defending a book - and where Yeats drew inspiration for his influential poetry

Travel guide to... Gourmet Italy

There's no such thing as "Italian food". In Italy, arguably more than anywhere else in the world, food is supremely site specific, which makes for a great excuse to get out, explore and eat. From the infinite varieties of sun-ripened grapes and grains that carpet the country's hillsides, to the olive trees and pungent, often priceless tubers that have, for centuries, taken root in its rich red soils, produce here paints a very detailed culinary map of Italy's mainland, and seafood-blessed beaches and islands

The 50 best hotels in Italy

An expert guide to the 50 best hotels in Italy, featuring the most amazing hotels in Venice, Rome, Florence, Amalfi Coast, Italian Lakes and other fabulous locations throughout the country

Cuba to Lift Ban for Cuban-Born Cruise Ship Passengers, Clears Way for Fathom

As of April 26, 2016 Cuba will lift a ban on Cuban-born people entering and leaving the country by cruise ship, clearing the way for Fathom to begin sailing as scheduled on May 1. A statement aired on state-run media, and confirmed by Carnival Corporation, said that Cuban citizens would be authorized "independently of their migratory status to enter and leave as passengers and crews of cruise ships."

On the trail of Gertrude Bell and Turkey's hidden beauty

Gertrude Bell was one of Britain’s most extraordinary women – an explorer in the late 19th and early 20th century, a great linguist, an archaeologist, a writer, a mountaineer ... Between the first and second world wars she was better known than Lawrence of Arabia, yet today few people are aware of her. She’s best known for her travels in Syria and Iraq – but she travelled extensively in Turkey, too, and I’ve been following in her footsteps there

The 21 Worst People You Always See At The Airport

The airport can feel like a terrible place. While we love going on vacation, having to wait in an airport is the worst. If the long lines, awful food and close-quarters weren’t bad enough, then the other passengers breaking the rules and hogging seats are

Kuwait to test tourists' DNA before letting them into the country

Kuwait is taking homeland security to new heights — or, as some see it — new lows. Later this year, the Persian Gulf nation will require its citizens, temporary residents and tourists to submit DNA samples to a $400 million security database

UK travel warning about anti-gay laws in U.S.

North Carolina and Mississippi's controversial new laws affecting LGBT rights are already threatening to cost the U.S. states millions in lost business

Air India Flight Forced to Land After Rat Is Spotted On Board

An Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner recently diverted its Melbourne-Delhi flight to Singapore, but not for the usual reasons: After all, the weather was clear, no fist fights broke out on board, and there wasn't a medical emergency. Instead, the plane had to change course because of another sort of unruly, unwelcome passenger: a rat

New Orleans Hotel Celebrates the Queen's Birthday With a $90k Dessert

The Windsor Court Hotel in New Orleans is offering The Queen’s Royal ‘Birthday’ Package to guests who are looking to experience the royal treatment during her season-long celebration. While the package includes luxuries like a three-night stay in the two bedroom Presidential Suite, a four-hour private day at the spa, and a tour of the $8 million 18th-century British art collection, it’s an uber expensive dessert that takes the proverbial birthday cake

Fashion, wellness: New themed cruises for 2017-18

Hapag-Lloyd's luxury Europa 2 will be presenting some new cruise-itinerary formats in the 2017-18 season, including cruises themed on fashion, art, contemporary issues and wellness, which will include Far Eastern relaxation techniques such as yoga and shiatsu

How to Travel the Earth And Protect It, Too

So you want to see the world without messing it up? There’s no easy way to do that. Simply going on a trip makes you something of a carbon hog, unless you’re planning to walk, bicycle or sail to your destination. That said, there are ways to make your trip as harmonious with the earth as possible

JetBlue makes it easier to catch some Z's at JFK's T5

Sleeping on an airplane is relatively easy. Especially if you’ve invested in one of those corny-looking but comfortable neck pillows. But napping sitting upright in a chair at the airport? Not so much

Living it up in Hawaii via Airbnb

Luxurious Hawaiian residences fit for a king (or at least a president) are yours for the booking on Airbnb — if you can afford the tab

Return to Nepal

"I was playing cards with my mother and my wife was cooking tea in the kitchen. We ran out and clutched the frame of the front door. My wife was crying: 'sai baba, sai baba' - her favourite Indian saint - 'save me!' It was fearsome: everyone slept outside in the street, food prices soared and all the roads were blocked." Hari Sharma, my Kathmandu guide, remembers clearly the moment a 7.8-magnitude bhukampa (earthquake) rattled Nepal a year ago on Monday

Can Thailand work for a family holiday?

y wife, a veteran, vetoed the Khao San Road. Our boys could experience its dubious delights when they were a little older, she said. Instead, we would introduce them to Bangkok more decorously: rucksacks spiffed up into suitcases, creaking ceiling fans traded for aircon, sweaty sheets swapped for chilled hand towels

Royal Caribbean Cancels More Empress of the Seas Cruises

One month after Royal Caribbean canceled six Empress of the Seas cruises -- the first cruises scheduled for the ship since it was announced it was returning to the fleet -- the line has canceled seven more. Affected sailings are April 25 and 30, and May 5, 9, 14, 19 and 23

Andaz Wall Street -- The Perfect Weekend Hotel for Travelers and Posh Pooches

TravelWeds decided to have a spontaneous overnight stay at the Andaz Wall Street in Lower Manhattan. We called the hotel to inquire if there was any availability (considering how late in the night it was). Luckily for us, instead of being turned down, we were told that we would be most welcomed by the overnight assistant front manager, George

Pubs, cafes and tearooms for walkers: readers' tips

That pie and pint, or tea and cake, are never so welcome as when you've earned them with a long hike. Readers reveal their favourite walkers' pitstops

Indonesia's best - and goriest - cuisine

While it's the unusual ingredients from python to dog that make Minahasa food notorious, it's the exceptional spice pastes that have built its reputation

Yellowstone visitor caught on video petting bison, surviving

A visitor to Yellowstone National Park may not have realized she was staring death in the face when she approached a bison lounging out on the grass over the weekend, and reached out to pet the giant animal

World's 10 most stunning airport approaches

They don't have airplanes in "Game of Thrones" but if they did, there'd be no finer arrival in King's Landing than Malta Airport. The spectacular walled city of Valletta, so familiar from the HBO show, rises up from the turquoise Mediterranean Sea, while airline passengers also get a bird's-eye view of the sister islands of Gozo and Comino, known for its Blue Lagoon

'Women Only' Train Compartments Roll Out in Germany

Special train compartments exclusively for women have been introduced by a German rail company. The areas for female passengers only are regularly checked by workers on services run by Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn (MRB) in the east of the country

Pedalling Down Under

I am a firefighter and cancer survivor circumnavigating the globe for cancer research. I recently crossed Australia as a segment of my cycle journey around the world. The first part of my Australian adventure was a 1,700 km ride from Cairns to Brisbane

Cruise line loses chance to be first to Cuba

A little-known cruise operator that had hoped to be the first in decades to offer voyages from the USA to Cuba has lost its chance. Connecticut-based Pearl Seas Cruises has canceled a 10-night trip from Fort Lauderdale, Fla., to Cuba that was scheduled for April 25

In Los Angeles, Ditching the Car for an Eco-Friendly Trip

Contrary to reputation, it’s possible to escape the routines of the typical visitor in the name of environmental friendliness

Seven ridiculously expensive hotel suites around the world

From a royal spot in Abu Dhabi to a presidential pad in Las Vegas, these hotels have some of the world's most expensive suites

Disney to offer new Rhine River cruises

Disney's foray into river cruising in Europe is growing with the introduction of new Rhine River trips on board a new ship in 2017

48 Hours in Chania

Summer arrives earlier on the largest Greek island than elsewhere in the Med, and this year the lovely western city of Chania is easier to reach than ever - with British Airways launching flights from Heathrow on the last day of April

The best five-star hotels in Rome

A guide to the best five-star hotels in Rome for a luxury city break in Rome — from palatial suites to Michelin-starred restaurants and high-end spas

Celestyal Cruises Confirms it Will Base Ship in Cuba Year-Round

Celestyal Cruises has confirmed it will sail year-round in Cuba beginning on November 21. Celestyal Cruises has been operating under the Cuba Cruise name and has based its ship Celestyal Crystal in Havana from December to March, repositioning to Greece during the summer

The Best Afternoon Tea Service in Las Vegas

Sin City can get to be a little overwhelming at times with its never-ending gambling scenes and special soirees. Luckily, TravelWeds found just the perfect place to go to in order to wind down from everything that is over-the-top glitzy or touristy

Top 10 jazz festivals in Europe

Blue notes and more can be found at these celebrations of all that jazz. Pay respect to artists old and new at venues from lakeside Montreux to piazzas in Perugia

Londoners Freak Out Over New Tube Escalator Etiquette

London Underground commuters are in a tizzy after the Transport for London (TFL) launched a controversial new program: making commuters and tourists stand on both sides of the escalator rather than standing on one and walking on the other. In a time-old tradition of British etiquette, Tube users have previously stood to the right so that more harried (or experienced) travelers could move more quickly up the left side

Stressed? Take a Digital Detox (at a Secret Location) in a Tiny House

Two former Harvard classmates built three 160-square-foot homes on trailers, drove them to the outskirts of Boston and made them available to overworked city folks starting at $99 a night. Now they're making them available to New Yorkers starting this June

The world’s most amazing islands

From Bora Bora to Brazil, Maui to Mauritius, the island destinations wowing the world in 2016 have been decided. The latest top 10 list of the world’s best islands, as determined by reviewers on TripAdvisor, has been revealed, and this year, Hawaii’s Maui has overtaken last year’s winner Providenciales in the Turks and Caicos as the world’s favourite

Flight with the perfect plane seat

A seat that manoeuvres to any desired position make this a very comfortable and seemingly quick flight

Will American tourists ruin Cuba?

Imagine a night in Old Havana in the not-too-distant future. Where a centuries-old landmark once stood, now there’s a Senor Frog's. Your hotel, once Ernest Hemingway’s favorite, is emblazoned with a big Marriott sign. The streets are no longer filled with 1950s-era Fords and Chevys. Now everyone's driving a Ford Focus

The T-shirt that can speak in any language

Call it the ultimate fashion statement -- a shirt that can do the talking when no one understands a word you're saying. This genius item of clothing is printed with nearly 40 icons that travelers can use to try to get their message across if they don't know the language

The 10 Most Beautiful Skylines in the World

Beauty may well be in the eye of the beholder, but the skylines of these cities all stand out as the most memorable, awe-inspiring horizons around the world

Update From Ecuador: What Travelers Should Know About Visiting Right Now

Ecuador suffered a 7.8 earthquake the evening of Saturday, April 16. T L reached out to the country's tourism department to find out which areas are most affected, and what travelers should know before going there. Read on for the details

5 new getaways for fans of active, exotic travel

If you like active travel in exotic destinations, check out five new trips from G Adventures: Bhutan Trekking: the Druk Path; Cycle China: Hong Kong to Beijing; Japan Hike, Bike

Carnival says Cuba ship won't sail if Cuban-born passengers banned

After protests and a lawsuit, Carnival Corp. has decided to postpone historic cruises from the U.S. to Cuba unless the Castro government allows Cuban-born passengers

Unlocking Europe's hidden city

Care for a delightful insider's walk around Zurich's old town? Start off on the right (east) bank of the river, which splits the old town in two, in a quiet residential square just behind busy Münstergasse, which leads from the cathedral

10 Ways to Be a Greener Traveler, Even if You Love to Fly

Frequent fliers and those in pursuit of luxury can still help the environment with these small, easy steps

National Park Week: America's 50 most visited national parks in 2015

These are the most popular national parks in the USA. Which one is number one?

Cruisers Disappointed by Loss of Brisbane's Legend of the Seas

News of Royal Caribbean's withdrawal of Legend of the Seas from Brisbane has been met with dismay and anger by Queensland cruisers, who believe the city needs to make the proposed new cruise terminal a higher priority

Britons' 10 most-coveted Airbnbs

From Orville to cheese rolling tournaments, we Brits never shy away from a bit of eccentricity, and it seems our holiday choices are no exception

Lisbon's Food Circus for Foodies

My favorite new eating place in Lisbon is a market turned into a food circus for foodies. The venerable Mercado da Ribeira hosts the Time Out Market. Here’s a quick stroll through a fun selection of fine places for a budget meal. You can enjoy €10 plates here with enthusiastic locals

Calif. student claims he was kicked off Southwest flight for speaking Arabic

An Iraq-born University of California-Berkeley student has claimed he was told to leave a Southwest Airlines flight earlier this month after another passenger overheard him speaking Arabic. Khairuldeen Makhzoomi, 26, says he was waiting for his flight to Oakland to take off from Los Angeles International Airport April 6 when he called his uncle, who lives in Baghdad. Makhzoomi, said that he was calling his uncle before the flight to tell him about a speech he had attended by United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-moon

Best hotel loyalty program promotions for spring

Here are some of the best offers to help you top up those loyalty program balances

The 5 best French vineyard hotels

The Irish owners of the historic Château Pierre de Serjac teamed up with Frenchman Laurent Bonfils to create this sensitively restored wine-producing estate set in the vine-draped landscape of the Hérault, in the Languedoc

A visit to the world of Twin Peaks is still majestically creepy

Twin Peaks won over TV viewers with its dream-like murder mystery. Fans awaiting its return can get up-close with some of the main characters right now: the sleepy towns at the heart of its most iconic scenes

36 Hours in Tangier

The Moroccan port city that lured Paul Bowles and Jean Genet is in turnaround mode, but its classic draws — iconic cafes, long beaches — remain

Why bigger isn't always better on a cruise ship

What's it like sailing on one of Oceania Cruises' smaller vessels? Now you can see for yourself right here at USA TODAY's Cruise Hub. USA TODAY Cruise in recent weeks received special access to one of the line's most intimate ships, the 684-passenger Nautica, and we'll be rolling out a seven-part video series on the experience over the next few days

Chef Guy Fieri toys with Mexican classics at new El Burro Borracho in Las Vegas

Chef Guy Fieri expands his culinary grip on Las Vegas with a new restaurant that's Mexican themed -- tacos, enchiladas, burritos -- but tastes different

Cool Place of the Day: Barafundle Bay, Pembrokeshire

It's a little bit of a schlep to this sheltered bay, at least half a mile along the Pembrokeshire Coast Path and across a set of cliffs to be precise. But the walk itself is worth it, and once you're there, you have to blink a few times to believe such a beach exists in the UK

Iran's travel highlights

Travel to Iran will become easier now that the British government considers the vast majority of the country safe for British travellers. Here are the sights that holidaymakers should visit

Crystal Cruises Forced to Cancel Crystal Esprit Itineraries Due to "Technical Upgrades"

Crystal Cruises has been forced to cancel several itineraries on Crystal Esprit's maiden voyage due to "technical upgrades"

18 Festivals You'd Be Crazy to Miss

Welcome to your one-stop shop for the best of America’s non-musical festivals. (Don’t worry, we’ve got plenty of cheap music festival tickets for you anyway.)

Top 10 industrial-chic hotels and hostels

If you're a fan of the raw concrete and exposed brick aesthetic, book into one of these converted factories or offices where the design is bare, bold and beautiful

Florida's best beaches

With miles and miles of sandy shore, Florida has the perfect beach to fit your vacation dreams

Quest: 10 lessons about budget airlines

In his biggest Business Traveller challenge yet, Richard Quest traveled around the world in eight days -- all on budget airlines. Here are 10 things he learned

Second Devastating Earthquake Hits Japan Triggering Landslides

A powerful 7.3 magnitude earthquake struck southern Japan early Saturday, barely 24 hours after a smaller quake hit the same region

This Favorite Flight Trick Is About to Stop Working

Fliers, beware: American, Delta, and United have all quietly tweaked their policies to ensure fewer customers can take advantage of the rock-bottom fares they sometimes sell to thwart discount airlines such as Frontier and Spirit

The 10 Places Everyone Will Be Traveling This Summer

Kayak shared their summer report on the top 10 trending destinations for this summer, precious information for anyone looking to join the crowd or stay as far away as possible

Myanmar's 'floating' lake-side hotel

It was slim pickings for tourists to Myanmar's Inle Lake just a couple of years ago, with few accommodation options to choose from. But rapid development and an inflow of tourists has changed all that, with hotels, resorts and budget lodges now mushrooming all along the lake's eastern rim and in the nearby gateway town of Nyaungshwe

Reclaiming Fees When Airline Luggage Goes Astray

Buried in the new bill reauthorizing the Federal Aviation Administration are a few sections addressing the fees that many of us pay to fly. And while the Senate and the House bills still differ a bit, one likely result is going to be this: The carriers are going to have to refund the fees you pay when your luggage isn’t on your flight and you have to wait a long time to get it

Great Southern inns and resorts for porch sitting

Whether in small towns or big cities, one of the most famous pastimes throughout the region is sitting on a front porch, aka the Southern living room. Whether to break the heat or to catch up with a neighborly friend, the front porch is considered another room of the house in the South, and the same goes for distinctly Southern hotels. Here are some scenic Southern stays that offer prime porch time

Utah: Bryce and Zion national parks by day, posh resort stay by night

Who says you have to spend time in a tent when you visit Bryce Canyon National Park? Red Mountain Resort in Utah takes you there — and provides pampering too

From humble to haute: Mexican street food is popping up at the city's finest restaurants

In Mexico City, incredible tacos, tortas and tamales abound on every street corner. Now, these simple favourites are popping up in the city's finest restaurants

48 Hours in Taipei: Hotels, restaurants and places to visit

Taiwan's capital has bags of style, with small boutiques and big department stores alike stocking the latest products from the city's many independent designers. And this year Taipei's creative credentials have been bolstered by the city's title of World Design Capital; it's hosting a number of events to mark the occasion

Inside the five hotels most adored by millionaires

A survey of 800 millionaires by New World Wealth, a firm that analyses the lives of dismayingly rich people, has revealed the five hotels they love staying in most. Ordinary folk, start saving up

CroisiEurope Christens Elbe Princesse, First Purpose-Built Ship on Elbe River

With a successful smashing of the Champagne bottle against its side, CroisiEurope's Elbe Princesse officially became the first ship specifically built to navigate the low, often unpredicatable waters of the Elbe River

Bye, Winter! 10 Ways to Shake it Off, Now

Spring is here, at least according the calendar — time to come out from underneath at least a few of those layers. Perhaps you overdid it a little with the hibernating this past winter — maybe you took up carbs as a hobby, or attempted the world record for most binge-watching of things on Netflix of all time. Kudos to you, really, gold star, but now it’s time to consider getting back into fighting shape for the inevitable warmer weather ahead. Run up a mountain or slip into a restorative mineral bath, it’s all good — here are a few choice ways to get your head back in the game

Top 10 hotels in the Highlands, Scotland

Activities, both adventurous and relaxing, abound in the Highlands and with these hotel suggestions from a new book, Scotland the Best, great food, hospitality and a good rest are also easy to find

Man stuffs 18 live birds in pants, attempts to smuggle them through customs

Daring air passengers have been known to smuggle many odd things in and out of airports. But customs officials in Vietnam were surprised to discover what one passenger was hiding in his trousers on Monday. The man was caught at Tan Son Nhat Airport in Ho Chi Minh City allegedly trying to illegally smuggle live birds — including endangered species — to Taiwan by strapping them to his legs inside his pants and attempting to board an aircraft

14 of Bali's best beaches

Bali's reputation for offering a total escape continues to draw international visitors to the gorgeous island in droves. There are opportunities for any budget, not to mention the most popular activity (hanging out on a beach) won't cost you a thing

Your In-Flight Wi-Fi Is About to Get Better, Faster, Cheaper

In-flight Wi-Fi may sound like a great way to keep in touch with friends and family or catch up on work, but services are often so slow, you're better off sticking to the in-flight magazine. New satellite-based Wi-Fi services promise to change that, prompting a grab for capacity and customers by companies such as Inmarsat, Viasat, Gogo, Panasonic and Global Eagle Entertainment

'Call Me Czechia': The Czech Republic Is Getting a New Name

Here's something you may not know: Most countries have two official English-language names recognized by the United Nations—the clunky long-form title like 'The French Republic,' and the shorter, snappier name used day-to-day, like 'France.' But the Czech Republic, formed when Czechoslovakia split into two nations in 1993, has struggled to find an official nickname that is universally recognized

The Ultimate Vacation for Beer Lovers

Cruise agency Avoya Travel is offering a Beer River Cruise this November, which will include a 13-day trip from Budapest to Prague stopping to taste some of the world's best brews

How Female Business Travelers Save Their Employers Millions

Companies, take note: Women who travel for business plan further in advance than their male counterparts, and as a result, save their employers millions of dollars, according to a study by corporate-travel firm Carson Wagonlit Travel. It's not exactly magic, either. After looking at a database with 6.4 million flight bookings from 2014, researchers found that women book trips earlier than men do—typically purchasing their plane tickets about two days sooner

Would You Stay in One of Dubai's New Underwater Villas?

The first partially underwater villa dubbed "The Floating Seahorse" has been completed marking a major milestone for Dubai's The World islands project

Malibu Wine Safari pairs vineyard tour with exotic animals

Looking for a different kind of wine-tasting experience? Malibu Wine Safaris has just the ticket at Saddlerock Ranch, part vineyard, part wildlife habitat

Carnival Vista completes sea trials as it preps for first cruise

The 3,954-passenger cruise ship — the first in a new Vista-class of vessels for Carnival Cruise Line — is in the final stages of construction at the Fincantieri shipyard in Italy

What to do: 2 days in Singapore, 4 days in Porto

Singapore is famous for its shopping and no doubt you will want to spend some of your time in retail therapy. You’ll find all the big name brands along the retail stretch of Orchard Rd, though leave this until later in the day when it cools down, as these stores stay open until late

Hawaii's food revolution

There's a culinary revolution happening across the Hawaiian Islands, one that is harnessing centuries-old techniques in a place that until relatively recently relied heavily on importing nearly all of its produce. Chefs are going back to sustainable roots, farm-to-fork, sourcing from local fishermen and farmers and rediscovering long-forgotten ingredients. And this trend is filtering to high-end restaurants and resorts with visitors finding that Hawaiian food is not all about Spam and macaroni salad served up from the buffet cart at a luau

Southwest among best for on-time arrivals; Spirit, JetBlue among worst

Airlines were able to stick to stick to schedules 83.6 percent of the time in February, with Southwest posting one of the best on-time arrival rates

A Disney 'runcation' is all about the costume, from Tinker Bell to Marvel superheroes

At Walt Disney World, you might find Darth Vader, Tinker Bell or a classic Disney princess running alongside half-marathon participants. These events are no ordinary races, and the trips that participants take are no ordinary Disney visits. Few care about race times, particularly with opportunities to pose with costumed characters such as Donald Duck and Boba Fett. Racing is mostly about getting to the photo ops before lines get too long

Lost for 9 days in Arizona wilderness, 72-year-old's survival skills saved her

Last Monday, on the day she turned 72, Ann Rodgers awoke to a hummingbird flitting its wings in her face. The sun was just starting to come up over the ridge, and she watched as the bird flapped about before zipping away. The joyful encounter allowed her to forget, briefly, where she was. Or rather, that she had little clue where she was

American Airlines Hits Out at 'Unacceptable' TSA Lines

The uproar puts the TSA in a tough spot: make sure nothing dangerous or illegal gets on a plane, but also avoid inconveniencing millions of travelers

'Invisible' train set to roll in 2018

It's a train out of a "Hunger Games" world. Except it could actually happen. A nearly invisible train designed by one of Japan's leading architects is scheduled to debut in Tokyo in 2018

Best Luxury Hotels on the Amalfi Coast

Follow the often-vertiginous coastal road along the Amalfi Coast and you will glimpse everything that makes it so spectacular: the lush mountains and forests, the azure, sometimes emerald green sea, and gorgeous sun-splashed villages perched on the hillsides. This is a playground for the rich and famous, with suitably luxurious hotels to accommodate them. Here, The Good Hotel Guide picks the best from their Hotels on the Amalfi Coast

Regent Seven Seas Cruises to Offer Free Business Class Air Travel with 2017-18 Itineraries

Regent Seven Seas Cruises has announced free international round trip business class air travel for all U.S. passengers booking their 2017-18 itineraries. The cruise line -- which already includes unlimited internet access, fine wines and spirits, free unlimited shore excursions, prepaid gratuities, ground transfers and luxury pre-cruise hotel stays -- has become the world’s first to offer business class air travel as part of their inclusive package

Where to Go in New Orleans

Central City is far from the pandemonium of Bourbon Street. An area sandwiched between the French Quarter and the Uptown residential neighborhood, its main thoroughfare, Oretha Castle Haley Boulevard, was a thriving shopping and cultural district in the late 19th century and a hub of civil rights activism in the 1960s. But the area eventually became rundown. Now, thanks largely to investments from the New Orleans Redevelopment Association and resolute entrepreneurs, Central City is re-emerging as a cultural and commercial destination

Captivated by the Ganges, a River of Souls

We started through narrow alleys at 5 a.m., moving past somnolent cows curled against doorways and gaunt dogs on steps and women in saris moving toward us through the gloom, a motorbike vrooming in the distance

Tour Las Vegas' Treasure Island Hotel

USA TODAY Travel features exclusive, in-depth photo tours of the Las Vegas' world-famous hotels and casino resorts. We explore a different Vegas property each month so you can visit virtually before booking your stay, or just fantasize about plush digs outside of your budget

Here's what Dublin, Ireland, visitors can see of the Easter Rising during the rebellion's centennial

Dublin, Ireland, will be home to events marking the 100th anniversary of the Easter Rising, as will Glasnevin Cemetery

48 Hours in Taipei: Hotels, restaurants and places to visit

Taiwan's capital has bags of style, with small boutiques and big department stores alike stocking the latest products from the city's many independent designers. And this year Taipei's creative credentials have been bolstered by the city's title of World Design Capital; it's hosting a number of events to mark the occasion

The world's best countries: in pictures

These are the 20 greatest countries on the planet, as decided by almost 90,000 people in the world's biggest reader travel awards

Two Tourists Die in Fire Onboard Amazon Cruise

Two tourists, aged 74 and 72, have died following a fire in their cabin onboard a Peruvian Amazon cruise in the country's Tahuayo region

Top 11 destinations for making friends when you travel

While they are as different as different can be, there are some cities in the world where travelers just feel at home. These are the special cities where

Major hotel chain to grow vegetables at 1000 properties to cut food waste

The group's restaurants will reduce the number of main courses on offer and record all food that is thrown away

Tourists in Japan may soon be able to buy goods with fingerprints

In an effort to attract more foreigners to the country, the Japanese government will begin testing a system this summer that will allow foreign tourists to purchase items in stores using only their fingerprints, The Yomiuri Shimbun reported

Air passengers added to China's new blacklist

Three Chinese travelers have earned the dubious distinction of being the first to land on the China Air Transport Association's new blacklist

Will and Kate Retrace Princess Diana's India Trip

Prince William and Duchess Kate are using their weeklong tour to retrace Princess Diana's steps, nearly a quarter century later

Why You Should Chat With Your Airplane Seatmate

Condé Nast Traveler editors debate the merits of small talk at 30,000 feet

Disney Cruise Line's summer 2017 trips include southern Caribbean from Port Canaveral

Disney Cruise Line announced its lineup of summer 2017 itineraries with returns to Alaska and Europe, but also new southern Caribbean trips aboard Disney

Why travellers shouldn't always eat at restaurants

It was always the cheese room that I looked forward to the most. You could have fun in the rest of the supermarket, in the fresh fruit and vegetables section, in the frozen foods section, in the comedically large bulk items section, but none of those places had anything on the enjoyment of the Paris Metro cheese room

Hanging with Hendrix in London

The third-floor Mayfair flat that Hendrix lived in has been brought back to all it's late-'60s psychedelic glory

Fathom Cancels 'Soft Launch' Cruise Due to Routine Tests

A groundbreaking moment for Carnival Corp.'s new social-impact cruise line, Fathom, came to a halt Monday when it was forced to cancel its soft launch

The 15 Best Food Cities in the World

We're always thinking about our next great meal on a trip—and so are our readers. As part of our Readers' Choice Awards survey, we ask our readers to rank their favorite foodie cities around the world

Lie-Flat Seats Could Soon Become Available in Economy

Italian seat manufacturer Geven revealed plans for row of seats to be converted into a lie-flat bed calling it the Piuma Sofa

Bueller? 30? Take a day off to celebrate Ferris with new hotel packages

This summer marks the 30th anniversary of a Chicago classic, "Ferris Bueller's Day Off," and you can celebrate the milestone by playing hooky at these Chicago hotels

In St. Augustine, the Castillo is a rock star

If there is one destination in Florida that encompasses the rich tapestry of the Sunshine State's 503 years, the Castillo de San Marcos National Monument --the iconic fortress in St. Augustine-- is it. The massive coquina-and-tabby structure located on Matanzas Bay has been a sentinel standing

New Orleans may not be getting a direct flight to Destin after all

GLO, a public charter airline launched in New Orleans last November, is putting plans for a non-stop flight to Destin, Fla. on hold after finding demand for the route was lower than expected. Flights were supposed to start in late March and run through early September

Qantas tweaks loyalty program for new parents on leave to make it more family friendly

Qantas is making its frequent flyer program, which boasts 11.2 million members, more attractive for new parents. The changes mean that members on parental leave can keep their tier status for up to 18 months, even if they’re not earning points

Cruisy cooking classes

Many cruises have spectacular cooking classes on offer to tempt your tastebuds and expand your culinary skills

Rick Steves: The joys of an Italian agriturismo

To connect with the rural charm of Tuscany, consider staying not in towns but in farmhouses

Even a short stay in Dublin is like walking into literary history, accompanied by music

A short stay in Dublin puts a couple in touch with the land of Joyce, Yeats and Wilde. Also the Book of Kells and the Little Museum

New York City's new hotels

Art is the buzzword at the newly unveiled 11 Howard, which opened at the beginning of the month in Manhattan’s SoHo neighbourhood. Owner Aby Rosen curated the 211-room hotel’s impressive art collection, which starts on the outside with one wall sporting a huge mural created by emerging artists from the local Groundswell Group under the supervision of Jeff Koons

7 Tips That Will Make Your Traveling Life Easier

If you are a world traveler or you are planning to travel to the other part of the world these useful tips will work for you

Burj Khalifa builder plans even taller viewing tower

Dubai is reaching for the sky once again, with the developer of the world's tallest building vowing Sunday to build an even taller tower bedecked with rotating balconies and elevated landscaping inspired by the mythical hanging gardens of Babylon

A Napa Valley Resort Gets a Makeover but Keeps It Mellow

Indian Springs, which has three active geysers, has added 75 rooms and a restaurant and has enhanced the gardens and grounds

Five historic hotels fresh off renovations

Staying at an older hotel offers the chance to go back in time and immerse yourself in local history. Go too far back in time, however, and you may find yourself in a past of dodgy heat and dingy surroundings. Luckily, these recently revamped properties retain their historic charm while updating the space to provide modern comforts and amenities

French cruise line announces sailings from U.S. to Cuba in 2017

French cruise line Ponant announced Thursday that it would begin sailing from Miami to Cuba starting in 2017, media reports say. It's the second cruise company to receive permission to take Americans to the island nation from Miami. Fathom, a brand belonging to Carnival Corp., received permission

Ride the rails in style: 5 new train journeys

Eschewing busy roads and packed planes, train travel is seeing a welcome renaissance, with old carriages being polished to perfection and put back in action, and new, modern services being launched. This year also weighs in as the centenary year of the Trans-Siberian Railway and undiscovered places have been put on the route map to celebrate

The world's most beautiful tax havens

A selection of the world's most beautiful tax havens - along with their Financial Secrecy Index (FSI), according to the Tax Justice Network

Princess Cruises to Cruise from Adelaide and Introduce AUD on Repositioning Voyages

Princess Cruises will sail from Adelaide for the first time in 2017-18, offering South Australians roundtrip voyages to New Zealand. Golden Princess is scheduled to depart Adelaide on January 8, 2018, with calls to Melbourne, Dunedin, Akaroa, Wellington, Gisborne, Tauranga and Auckland, as well as scenic cruising through the stunning Fiordland National Park

24 Hours in San Antonio (the New Austin), Texas.

After our mighty adventures in the desert of West Texas, where the majestic Big Bend Park is located, where the famous Rio Grande River separate two countries, where the strange lights of Marfa and the dry charms of desert towns have enchanted us, we finally travel to San Antonio for a couple of days

Frittola - a gutsy breakfast on the streets of Palermo

Toni greets me with a nod before slipping his arm beneath the flowery cloth that covers the steaming wicker basket on his street stall. He rummages around before extracting a ribbon of something yellow and squidgy. He chops it into bite-size folds, sprinkles it with pepper, drenches it with lemon juice and proudly hands me the warm parcel

The bizarre theft of a Celtic sea god

Paul Clements follows one of 2015's strangest news stories along the Wild Atlantic Way, a 2,500km route that hugs Ireland's dramatic west coast

Iceland unveils world's first $1 million music festival ticket

Iceland stays in the headlines again this week. After reaping the benefits of being accidentally featured in a tourism campaign for Rhode Island last week, this week, the country is grabbing everyone's attention by offering the most expensive festival ticket in the world

Americans and Canadians might need visas to visit Europe

The European Union may soon require Americans and Canadians to apply for a visa — even if they want to come only for a short holiday

Cuba Running Low on Beer Amid American Tourism Boom

Cuba's bars, cafes and gas stations are almost out of Cristal and Bucanero beer, as a surge in American tourists strains the main brewery

What to Do in London's Coolest Neighborhood

In 2005, Claire Ptak left the pastry team at Alice Waters's Chez Panisse to join her future husband in Hackney, a then-dodgy part of East London. “There were interesting people living here,” she says

Senate Refuses to Stop Airlines From Shrinking Seat Sizes

The proposal would have also required the Federal Aviation Administration to set standards for the minimum amount of space airlines must provide

36 Hours in Hyderabad, India

As this high-tech capital marches steadily into the future, visitors should not forget the city’s regal past — nor its celebrated culinary offerings

Travel tipping guide: Who gets what?

From airport skycaps to hotel housekeepers, here's how to reward good service on your next trip

From chocolate olive oil to farm-to-table dinners, embracing a sustainable food future in the Phoenix area

I was sitting at a seemingly endless table in the middle of a field, dining with 200 strangers on Marsala-braised lamb, wheat flour cavatelli, minted eggplant and pistachio olive oil cake topped with lemon curd and chamomile honey

How can visitors best explore Canada's indigenous culture?

Canada-bound holidaymakers often place indigenous experiences high atop their vacation to-do lists. I’ve had friends from Europe and New Zealand, for example, who couldn’t wait to explore unique regional cultures that typically stretch back thousands of years. Happily, there’s a full menu of options

How a luxury safari lodge is helping protect South Africa's wildlife

My first experience of safari, in the mid-90s, was anything but luxurious. It came about via a last minute booking via Teletext. On the three game drives out of the depressing, ring-fenced compound-with-swim-up-pool-bar in Kenya that I was staying at (perpetually surrounded by prostitutes and individuals aggressively hawking anything and everything), I saw very little apart from an awful lot of gift shops. Our vehicle was a clapped-out, closed-in, airless van that repeatedly broke down

Ultimate Sicily

Though it’s one of the most ravishing places in the Mediterranean, one which can prove dangerously addictive for anyone with a taste for sweeping olive-strewn landscapes, starkly beautiful Greek temples, Byzantine mosaics and ricotta-filled pastries, Sicily is also an island that suffers from an inferiority complex

MSC Cruises Confirms Deal for Another Four New Ships

MSC Cruises has confirmed a deal for the construction of up to four Liquified Natural Gas-powered ships. The four ships -- the first of which will be delivered in 2022 and the final in 2026 -- will be more than 200,000 GRT, carry 5,400 people and will be known as "World Class"

20 Reasons London Is the Most Exciting City in the World

A wise man once said, ‘Once you are tired of London, you are tired of life,” and I am pretty sure this is the truest thing ever said. If you can’t find something you like to do in London, you are pretty much incapable of finding things to do period. This city has absolutely everything, and there are essentially unlimited treasures to be found

Indian Railways brings Delhi to Agra express train into service

India has flagged off its fastest-ever train as part of a big modernisation of the crumbling railway system, though its top speed is still only half of those in China and other countries. The railways minister, Suresh Prabhu, hailed the Gatimaan Express, running from New Delhi to Agra and boasting hostesses and bone china crockery, as “a new era of high-speed rail travel”

The best restaurants at Disney World's Magic Kingdom

Planning a trip to Disney World can be stressful. You need time off, a hotel, transportation — and when you finally do get there, it’s swarming with hordes of screaming, unruly children. The nerve! And that’s when you realize, you didn’t even think about food. Sure, there are a lot of options available, so no one will starve (despite their cries to the contrary), but this doesn’t mean you should decide on the fly to grab a burger and fries at the first place you see

World's most luxurious train journeys

A new Japan bullet-train service from Tokyo to Hokkaido isn't just offering travelers a quicker way to get to the country's northern-most island. The Hokkaido Railway Company train, which takes just over four hours to reach the famed ski haven, offers an 18-seat luxury "Gran Class" carriage featuring plush reclining seats and high-end dining

Call This Number to Chat With Random Swedes

Sweden is now the first country with its own phone number. And you can call it 24/7. Ever wanted to talk to a Swede? Any Swede? Maybe you wondered what they do after their six-hour workday? Or whether IKEA really had the best meatballs? All those questions can be answered by calling 46 771 793 336, Sweden's new national phone number

Ultra-Cool, Ultra-Cheap Stays That Will Change Your Mind About Hostels

A spa-inspired eco-friendly property in the Swiss Alps, and a revived hostel in the heart of London originally frequented by 19th-century sailors. These are the design-forward, luxurious hostels that are completely revising the way travelers think of communal, shared accommodations

Could Tampa Bay offer cruises to Cuba?

Airline service is not the only way local tourism boosters are vying to get American tourists to Cuba from Tampa Bay. Port Tampa Bay, already home to four seasonal cruise lines, hopes to lure a cruise ship that would take passengers to Cuba

Forget the Elks Lodge. Have your family reunion at sea

Here are some cruise lines that put out the welcome gangway for intergenerational reunions. And we've got some expert family reunion planning tips, too

National Geographic Explorer cruise cancels Dartmouth stop

The National Geographic Explorer has been forced to cancel its stop at Dart Harbour (Dartmouth, UK) next week because of a technical issue as the ship repositions from Antarctica. The problems encountered by the ship have slowed its movements, resulting in the vessel running a couple of days behind schedule

Exclusive: Richard Branson Says He Won't Let Virgin America Die

In an exclusive interview with Condé Nast Traveler, Virgin Group founder Sir Richard Branson said he will not allow the Virgin America brand to fade into aviation history

Destinations Where Your Dollar Will Go Really, Really Far in 2016

It’s no secret that a strong dollar translates to excellent value abroad. But there’s an art to knowing where to go to get the most bang for your buck (literally). With that in mind, we’ve ranked the world’s most affordable destinations for 2016 based off year-over-year exchange rates. The great news: this is a banner year for American travelers, with banks reporting that the dollar is the strongest it’s been since 2003

Stay at Julia Child's famous French vacation home

If you’ve ever harbored fantasies of living like Julia Child in the south of France, now’s your chance. The revered chef’s cottage is available to rent on Airbnb. For nearly 30 years, Julia and her husband, Paul, summered in La Pitchoune (meaning “The Little Thing,” or La Peetch for short), hosting such culinary luminaries as James Beard, Simone Beck, M.F.K. Fisher and Richard Olney

Tres chic: New Caledonia with the kids

A game of snakes and ladders saves my life. Or, rather, "serpents et echelles" because we're playing in the kids' club at Sheraton New Caledonia Deva Resort

Houston’s Culinary Bragging Rights

Texans like me brag about all sorts of outlandish things, from the ostentatious display of our firearms in public places to the awesome awfulness of our weather. Until fairly recently, we maintained a telling silence on the subject of our state’s fine dining scene. Our most famous restaurants (Tony’s in Houston, Mansion on Turtle Creek in Dallas) were more notable for their big-haired scene-makers and for their wallet-detonating entrees than for truly memorable food

12 things you should never pack

Chances are, not every item in your suitcase needs to go with you on vacation. Lighten your load by casting off unnecessary extras. From hair dryers and toiletries to makeup bags and magazines, here are 12 things to cross off your packing list

8 Ways to Backpack Chiang Mai (on a Budget)

A few helpful tips to make your backpacking experience through Chiang Mai, Thailand stress-free

Reasons why we love Germany

A record 5,541,744 overnight stays by British visitors to Germany were recorded in 2015 - an increase of 7.4 per cent on the previous year, according to the German National Tourist Office. It believes the country's growing popularity among Britons is thanks to "the sheer choice and variety of holidays" on offer, from stays in "picture-box" villages to hiking breaks through its 16 national parks and along its "bracing coastline"

This guy used a frequent-flyer loophole to take a $60,000 trip in a first-class suite on Emirates — here's what it was like

If you're looking to fly in style, it doesn't get much better than a first-class suite aboard the iconic Emirates airline. Travel blogger Sam Huang recently cashed in his Alaska Airlines frequent-flyer miles for a $60,000 trip around the world, and luckily he took plenty of pictures documenting what it was like

Darth Vader, Kylo Ren come to life in Disney's 'Star Wars' stage show

Disney is bringing characters from a galaxy far, far away a little bit closer to home. On Monday, Disney World premiered its first “Star Wars” live-action stage show at Hollywood Studios

7 grand hotels with deep railroad roots

Hotels and railroads go way back. The relationship worked: Travelers needed somewhere to sleep, so railroad companies built hotels. Though the earliest railroad lodgings in the United States were primarily for railway workers, later hotels catered to the lavish lifestyles of Gilded Age travelers

10 Amazing Things You Need to See in Scotland

Long overshadowed by its Great Britain neighbors (we're looking at you, England), Scotland is a secret no more. From ancient castles to extinct volcanoes and yes, whisky tours, here are our favorite sights—and experiences—in Scotland

Why You Should Go to the Spanish Pyrenees Now

This mountain range on the border of Spain and France has a draw for every type of adventurer, and it's still a hidden gem

The 20 Coolest Secret Hotel Amenities

When booking a trip, many travelers like to research the perks and bonuses that come along with their hotel stay. Luxury accommodations come with the expectation of top-notch service, stunning lobbies, decadent spa treatments, and well-appointed suites, but some offer amenities that go beyond the chocolate on your pillow at night or even complimentary car service

At Wizarding World of Harry Potter, magic comes to life, or as close as it gets

In hero-quest terms, the recovery of the Sorcerer's Stone was Harry Potter's first big win, even though he didn't get to keep it. By the time Harry woke up after his first battle with You Know Who, the stone, with all its life-extending and gold-producing properties, had, in fact, been destroyed

JetBlue ranked 2nd for airline quality, Spirit last

JetBlue, the busiest carrier at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, was among six airlines that performed better in 2015 than the year before, joining United, Southwest, Delta, ExpressJet and SkyWest

See inside the Carnival Triumph, New Orleans' new cruise ship

Carnival Triumph, the latest cruise ship to call New Orleans its homeport, set sail Monday evening (April 4) for Mexico, kicking off a rotation of four- and five-day trips to be offered throughout the year. The Triumph replaces the smaller Carnival Elation, which relocated to Jacksonville, Fla., earlier this year

She's got your go-to travel bag

Designer Marie Thompson tells us how she brought the Boston Bag brand to life and where she would love to travel with hers

The very important reason planes have tiny holes in their windows

The thought of holes anywhere in an aeroplane probably doesn’t fill nervous flyers with confidence, but those tiny holes in plane windows actually serve a vital purpose. For many of us, it may seem odd that planes come with holes in the windows, but the UK Federal Aviation Administration recently spilt the beans as to why

Posh cruise pays homage to the 1920s

A turn on the Queen Victoria is an exercise in elegant cruising time travel, writes Keith Austin. Oh, and make sure you pack a dinner jacket

Trips Not Toasters: Wedding Registries for Travel Lovers

Spring wedding season is here. Why register for china when you can register for a trip to China? These days travel lovers can forgo table linens and steak knives and register instead for flights, hotels and far-flung experiences from brands including United Airlines, Hyatt and Carnival Cruise Lines

14 massive hotel bathrooms that could fit an NYC apartment inside

When you're on vacation, it's nice to indulge and relax like you never would in your true home. We're talking room service breakfast in bed, super-late wakeup calls and long, sudsy bath lathers. Of course, the latter (lather) is much more enjoyable if the bath — and the bathroom — are massive and luxe. So here we bring 14 luxurious hotel bathrooms, from Dubai to Paris, that are so large, you could fit an entire New York City apartment in them. No joke

New French America Line to set sail on U.S. rivers in August

New U.S. river cruise ship the Louisiane launches in August. The ship will feature 75 staterooms and lots of extras, including free beverages and shore excursions

Palm Springs, reinvented: The scenesters are back in the desert city

The usual array of private jets glitter on the tarmac of the Palm Springs International Airport the morning I arrive, but one stands out in particular. Looking sharp in its blue and white livery, the 747 emblazoned with the presidential seal and the Stars and Stripes is unmistakably Air Force One, which has dropped off the President for a bit of golf and a summit

Valparaiso city guide: Street art tours and funicular rides

Valparaíso is like a paint box whose colours have been tipped out and splashed down its steep hills. In the 19th century the population of the Chilean port grew so fast that there were no street names, let alone house numbers, so the new homes were painted in shades of red, green, yellow and blue for identification

How to Optimize an American Classic: The Road Trip

I love road trips. Maybe it’s the freedom of the open road, or seeing things you’d never see by flying. Whatever it is, a road trip is something I’m always up for. At the same time, though, there is a certain amount of “fear” that can go along with one of them. But it’s mainly something like being crammed into a car with people for hours at a time, or fighting with your siblings over something meaningless like who sits where. Don’t pretend like you don’t know what I’m talking about

What Do Millennials Want? Hotels Have Some Ideas

Hotels are concluding that millennial travelers want three things: customized experiences, digital convenience and relevant information on social media

First look: Inside Viking's new ocean ship, Viking Sea

Eager for a glimpse of Viking Sea -- the second ocean ship from river giant Viking? USA TODAY this week is getting early access to the 930-passenger vessel ahead its christening next month in Greenwich, England, and we're posting photos in the carousel above and at our Twitter page and Facebook page

The world's best theme park dark ride just got better

Theme park fans are in for a treat when Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey officially opens on Thursday inside Hogwarts Castle at Universal Studios Hollywood. For those who have never been on the world's best dark ride, Forbidden Journey literally turns the traditional dark ride experience

Hotel Vagabond offers the Chelsea experience amidst Singapore's sterility

If ever there was an antidote to the hyper sterility of modern Singapore, it is the brand new Hotel Vagabond. Its artist-in-residence program, with its nightly salons, is a fresh and distinctly Asian take on New York’s legendary Chelsea arts hotel. (Some of the hotel’s more than 1,000 paintings, video installations and photographs are even, by local standards, a bit naughty.)

7 hotels owned by tech entrepreneurs

One of Palm Springs’ most hotly anticipated new hotels has opened just in time to host some of crowds arriving for Coachella festival, held in this Californian desert resort each April. Owned by former Facebook employee Ezra Callahan, the hotel is firmly pitched at a fun-loving, tech-savvy, socially connected crowd. With a Mid-century Modern look, the hotel’s 32-rooms face onto a central swimming pool edged by the Reservoir restaurant

Hurtigruten Considering Adding U.K. Cruise Itineraries

Hurtigruten is exploring the possibility of adding the UK to its itineraries in a bid to attract more British customers to the line, Cruise Critic has learned. The news comes as Hurtigruten revealed it was looking to expand its itinerary offering, including a new focus on "warmer water" sailings

Off-season in Andalucía: escape the crowds and save money

The roads were calm and uncluttered, minutes passed before another vehicle appeared. On the horizon the Sierra Nevada rolled along in the sunlight, still snow-capped and blue-hued in places. Outside the car was the countryside of rural Andalucía, with its olive and almond groves, and spaghetti western-like terrain

3 Amazing Travel Tools for the Food Allergy Population

For parents in a family with food allergies, the thought of traveling away from home to a different country can be both exciting and scary at the same time! While those with food sensitivities are aware of standard precautions ranging from epipens to “safe snacks,” there are always uncertainties about eating safety. Travel comes in many forms, ranging from pleasure to business

Living in the world's sunniest cities

In these five lucky locales, the sun can shine more than 90% of the time. We asked residents how they live their life when the skies are cloudless and blue

Atlanta defends title as world's busiest airport

Atlanta Hartsfield Jackson International has defended its long-standing title as the world’s busiest airport according to preliminary traffic data released by Airports Council International (ACI) on Monday. The Delta hub saw more than 100 million passengers pass through its terminals last year, an increase of 5.5 percent from 2014 figures

First flight leaves Brussels Airport since attacks

The first passenger jet departs Brussels Airport since the terror attacks that struck 12 days ago — a symbolic step toward normalcy in the Belgian capital

Princess Cruises adding two new ships in 2019, 2020

California-based Princess Cruises is added two new Royal class cruise ships in 2019 and 2020

5 great spring hikes that won't wear you out

They’re out there, the couch potatoes and the city slickers, the retirees, and the parents who fear their toddlers can’t keep up in the wilderness. Seabury Blair Jr. insists there’s a place for them on the alpine trails and wildflower hikes

The Best New Reason to Visit Guatemala

At this very moment, Guatemala's past and present are on a collision course. And it's about time

Money-Saving Travel Tips for the US and Abroad

If you’re planning your first trip overseas, millennial money expert Stefanie O’Connell has some money-saving tips

Jamaica, Beyond the Beach

I was trying not to slip as I traipsed over the stone pavement in the drizzle at the old fort at Port Royal in Kingston, the “wickedest city in Christendom,” a warren of iniquity and plunder, a den of pirates and buccaneers and the core of British naval power in the Antilles for 200 years

Great European vacation rentals for under $100/night

It's what every traveler to Europe is looking for: stylish, comfortable accommodations for under $100 a night. If you're willing to go a bit off the beaten path, you can score a great vacation rental in a variety of European landscapes. TripAdvisor Vacation Rentals found these appealing properties for under $700 a week or $100 a night. Better still, each come with two bedrooms, perfect for families or couples splitting expenses

Reggae fans, set sail with Damian and Stephen Marley on a cruise to Jamaica

This is so not your grandmother's cruise: Reggae fans can experience some of the genre's top artists on a five-night cruise aboard the Royal Caribbean Independence of the Seas

What you need to know about using local pesos in Cuba

The largest island in the Caribbean has little in common with its neighbours in many respects - including financial arrangements for tourists. For a start, don’t rely on plastic. Debit cards and credit cards are subject to local commission charges of around 12 per cent on top of whatever fees your bank at home might collect, and ATMs are rare and unreliable

The Concourse Hotel invests in its building and workers

But instead of wholesale layoffs, the hotel teamed up with the city of Los Angeles and Unite Here Local 11, the union that represents the hotel workers, to offer on-site training classes. The lessons, provided by the nonprofit Los Angeles Hospitality Training Academy, were paid for with a $100,000 grant from the city

Holland America Ship Alters Port Calls Due to Mechanical Issue

Holland America's Noordam has cancelled two ports on its current itinerary due to a mechanical issue that forced the ship to overnight in Napier on April 2

7 Ways to Experience St. Augustine Florida

Ready for sun, cobble stone streets, rich history and beaches? If you have never graced the brick laid streets of St. Augustine then, my friends, plan a trip! It is hands down one of my favorite all time places to visit. From historic museums to ghost tours there is truly something for everyone!

Top 10 music festivals in Europe for 2016

When it comes to cool sounds in the summer sunshine continental Europe is your playground. We pick the best (mostly) affordable parties from Iceland to Croatia

Air France stewardesses furious over order to wear headscarves on Tehran flights

Air France stewardesses have caused an uproar over new uniform rules that will require them to wear headscarves on flights from Paris to Tehran when the airline resumes services there later this month

Things we love on vacation but hate at home

When we travel, every experience is box-fresh with a new-car smell. That's why things we can't stand at home become fun when we're on the road

Alaska Air Buys Virgin For $2B, Creates America's Fifth-Largest Airline

Alaska Air announced a deal Monday to acquire Virgin America, the ninth-largest U.S. airline by passenger traffic, for more than $2 billion, having outbid JetBlue Airways. The acquisition heralds the first U.S. commercial airline merger since US Airways and American Airlines combined in 2013 to form the world's largest carrier. It boosts the size of Alaska Air's home market by allowing it to expand into lucrative hubs such as San Francisco and Los Angeles

SeaWorld opens manatee rehab area to viewing by park guests

SeaWorld Orlando, which has been rescuing and rehabbing sick or injured manatees since 1976, on Wednesday opened part of its manatee rehabilitation area for park guests to see

Visit Sri Lanka, the Island with It All

From surfing to safaris, cultural encounters to luxury hotels, Sri Lanka's hotel boom is bumping this Asian hotspot up our bucket list

25 Things Solo Travelers Must do on a Trip

Traveling alone is a one-of-a-kind experience. Ask anyone who has done a solo trip and they’ll tell you. You can feel like you’re on top of the world one minute, and the next can remind you that you’re a tiny speck swallowed up in it all. But that’s part of the draw, right?

36 Hours in Galway, Ireland

Welcoming and walkable and filled to the brim with old-fashioned pubs and excellent seafood restaurants, scenic Galway may be Ireland’s most charming city

JetBlue to add 'Mint' flat-bed seats to more routes

JetBlue is expanding its recently launched “Mint” service to more routes. JetBlue’s Mint seats debuted in 2014 on its new Airbus A321 aircraft, giving the carrier premium seating for the first time. Mint passengers get seats that recline into lie-flat beds, upgraded food options and amenity kits

10 Things To Bring On Every International Flight (And 3 Things Not To)

I fly a lot, mostly long-haul international flights. I've got a short list of items I have with me on every one. I also keep an eye on what other, seemingly seasoned, travellers bring with them, so I have a few of those on this list too. And perhaps just as important, I've got 3 things here that

New 'mini' cruise ship will explore Scotland's most inaccessible islands

While cruise ships are getting bigger and bigger, Scotland's Majestic Line keeps it small. The company is launching a 12-passenger ship built to explore some of the most inaccessible areas of the country's west coast

Legendary journeys: On board the luxurious Eastern

On board the Eastern amp Oriental Express, travellers watch the jungles and rice paddies of Malaysia and Thailand swish past from plush, teak-lined rail cars kitted out like a five-star hotel. Drew Gough discovers it's a taste of the way travel used to be

Ljubljana: eat, drink and explore in the European Green Capital

The pace of life in Ljubljana's compact Old Town feels several notches lower than in London. The cobbled streets are pedestrianised, meaning the gentle sound of footfall and conversation, rather than the grind of traffic, reverberates against facades. Occasionally an electric whir can be heard

Take the slow train down the West Coast

With time on his side, Tom Fort takes a leisurely and memorable month-long rail journey from Seattle to Los Angeles - and he can't wait to do it again

Regent Seven Seas to Order New Luxury Ship for 2020

With expectations high for this summer's Seven Seas Explorer, Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings announced it will build a sister Regent Seven Seas luxury ship for 2020

A London Hotel Where James Bond Goes Incognito

If you were James Bond and needed a London hotel where you could operate clandestinely, where would you stay? Probably a small town house hotel, such as the Draycott. There must be 50 similar townhouse hotels scattered across London, but this is probably one of the least well known. Perfect for a spy on the lam

Chiang Mai, Thailand, guide: what to do, plus the best hotels and restaurants

Northern Thailand's largest city has struck a fine balance between traditional life and a vibrant contemporary scene, and boasts unique cuisine, affordable stays and must-do treks

Why Your Next Vacation Should Include a Doctor's Visit

Destination spas are offering head-to-toe checkups alongside shiatsu massages, giving special treatment a whole new meaning

See the Prize-Winning Plan to Turn New York's Central Park into a Sunken Valley

Two architects want to turn New York's Central Park into a sunken valley—and their design is turning heads. See it here

State Department gets Internet thrashing for tweet aimed at 'ugly' Americans

In yet another case of “Twitter Campaign Gone Badly,” the State Department got a sound scolding from the Internet for its #springbreakingbadly hashtag. The account, which normally tweets advice and travel tips for Americans abroad, started out innocently enough. Since the beginning of March, the account has offered warnings against taking packages from strangers while overseas and telling people to make sure their passport information is up-to-date

You know about Florida's alligators, but there's so much more to see at Everglades National Park

Spotting an alligator in Florida is a lot like spotting cattle in Texas. You don't need to look very hard because they're everywhere. There's even a toll road nicknamed Alligator Alley where the 150-million-year-old reptiles can be seen lolling alongside the highway

Starwood Bidding War Ends Abruptly, Yielding a Merger and a Puzzle

Ever since a group led by the acquisitive — and secretive — Chinese firm Anbang Insurance Group raised its bid for Starwood Hotels and Resorts, advisers to the American hotel company were a little wary that its new suitor might not be able to follow through

Diving With Great White Sharks in Mexico

Although Peter Benchley’s book “Jaws” and Steven Spielberg’s subsequent movie adaptation depicted the great white as a danger to humans, the last decade has seen Isla Guadalupe become one of the world’s top destinations for shark enthusiasts and scientists hoping to dive with the oft-maligned and misunderstood creatures

Brussels Airport: It will be 'months' before full capacity is restored

When airport reopens, it will process only about 20% of its normal passenger flow

Best family beaches in the U.S.? Two in the West make top 10 list

Looking for some family beach recommendations? Family Vacation Critic has 10 to check out — and two are on the West Coast

48 Hours in Florence: where to go and what to see

Springtime in Florence. What could be better? Though there's a never a bad time to visit Tuscany's cultured and compact capital, it's particularly alluring at this time of year, before the crowds and high temperatures of summer arrive

European cities you never thought to visit

The problem with apparently known quantities is that, often, they are not well known at all. Europe is a case in point. While our home continent is awash with celebrity capitals that have been endlessly dissected and devoured via a million mini-breaks – Paris and its gleaming avenues, Rome and its noble temples, Madrid and its party ambience – it is also a canvas for a slew of cities that are less appreciated, yet just as deserving of attention

Majesty of the Seas to Leave Royal Caribbean Fleet — Again

Changing course again, Royal Caribbean Cruises Limited has said it will transfer its Majesty of the Seas cruise ship from Royal Caribbean International to the combined Pullmantur/CDF Croisieres de France fleet in 2018, Seatrade Cruise News is reporting

Why Fear Should Never Stop Women From Traveling Alone

In the town of Olinda, in northeast Brazil, I was halfway through a four-month, solo surfing exploration down the Central and South American coastline. I was frustrated, physically exhausted, and crumbling. I had just left the condo I intended to stay in for the duration of Carnival, the annual pre-Easter celebrations, because it didn’t feel right. My flatmates, fellow tourists, were simply too eager to party. My gut told me something bad was going to happen, and I wasn’t going to wait around to find out

Top 10 Barcelona walking tours

Gaze at graffiti, try the city's best food or take a tour led by architects, photographers or even the homeless... Barcelona has a guided walk for everyone

Avoid This Spring Break Vacation Rental Scam

When Shelly Stamis saw an ad online for a vacation home in Florida at only $200 a night, she thought she had found the ultimate vacation steal

The Lower Danube: Bucharest to Budapest

Cruising the lower Danube River, where ancient anomalies feel like yesterday

Ten things you need to know about credit card travel insurance

Travel insurance comes free with your credit card, so why would you pay for it?

Why airport security lines are growing, spelling trouble for summer travel

Fliers can expect massive security lines at U.S. airports because not enough people have signed up for TSA PreCheck

12 Penthouse Perches to Swoon Over

Ever since penthouse apartments became popular in the 1920s, hotels have tried to offer the same level of luxury. Who doesn’t want to stay in a top floor suite with soaring views far away from the hustle and bustle of the city street? Today it’s not just the Peninsula Hotels of the world who have penthouses. Even boutique properties like the new Press Hotel in Portland, Maine are offering penthouse suites due to a growing demand for this type of accommodation. Hoteliers say guests want to feel like they’re staying in an apartment (albeit with luxury perks) rather than a cookie cutter hotel room

Move Over, Ace Hotels: 21c Is The New Artsy 'It' Spot

When Steve Wilson says "there's no downtime in my life, generally speaking," the 21c Museum Hotels co-founder isn't exaggerating. While the boutique chain is entering its tenth year with just five properties under its belt—Louisville, Bentonville, Cincinnati, Durham, and a newly opened Lexington outpost—Wilson and his wife, Brown-Forman heiress Laura Lee Brown, have Nashville, Kansas City, and Oklahoma City properties all on deck in the coming year, not to mention a growing staff of nearly 850 people and a reservation-worthy restaurant at each location that plays off the pair's contemporary art collection

Read This Before You Book a Cruise Ship Balcony Room

Deciding whether a balcony fits in your budget depends on how you value your time on the ship. It’s hard to imagine a hotel charging extra for a room with windows, but when it comes to cruising, fresh ocean air comes at a premium: Typically, the coveted outdoor balcony space on a cruise costs at least $100 per person, per night more than an interior or porthole stateroom. But with budget and savings in mind, are cruise balconies actually worth the extra fee? We explore

The Opening of Shanghai Disney Resort is Going to Be Unreal

Seeing that golden peony atop Enchanted Storybook Castle when Shanghai Disneyland Park takes in its first guests is going to be harder than the causal plane-hopping Disney fanatic may have thought

Best places to travel in April

April ushers in some of the most beautiful blooms of the year. Spring showers are the least of anyone’s worries in a place like Casablanca, Morocco, for instance. This is the perfect time to explore destination locations without the summer crowds. Here are the best places to travel in April, according

Panama City Beach officials expect to break even

Panama City Beach should be able to weather the expected plunge in March sales tax revenues resulting from a reduction in Spring Break business, city officials said

Inside the underwater room where you can spend a night with the sharks – for free

The house rules are clear: No swimming at night, keep your head and feet in the bedroom at all times, and avoid watching Jaws beforehand. It might put you off the sharks circling your bed. A room with a very special view, 35 of the much feared creatures, is up for grabs at the Paris Aquarium for those looking for a night’s sleep with a difference

Hillsides, houses and cellars: A Champagne tour

There are plenty of viticultural reasons to visit Champagne. Such is the renown of the region's prestige champagne houses – from Mumm to Moet, Veuve Clicquot to Bollinger – that its cultural treasures get a little lost in the froth. A Gothic cathedral is always going to suffer beside everyone's favourite tipple

Whistler, Canada's top ski hill, now among world's best performing

Whistler Blackcomb, North America's biggest and busiest ski resort, has benefited this season from above-average snowfall and a weak Canadian dollar, which have drawn big-spending visitors from abroad and helped send its stock to a record

Disney World or Disney cruise? 9 reasons to go for the cruise

Families thinking about a long weekend at Disney World might want to consider visiting Mickey Mouse on the high seas instead. Depending on the dates, a three-night Bahamian itinerary on the Disney Dream runs a family of four between $2,000 and $3,000, not much more than 3-day Park Hopper passes, Disney hotel stays, parking and meals

All the 1 Percent Ladies: Wealthy Women Drive Wave of Luxe Travel

Rising numbers of female millionaires and billionaires around the world may help drive a rise in luxury health and wellness holidays and women-only hotel services. The number of female ultra-high net worth individuals — those with net assets of $30 million or more, excluding their primary residences (aka, really rich people) — is increasing faster than for their male counterparts, encouraging travel agencies, hotels and tour operators to focus on their interests. These include holidays that focus on "wellness" and can be combined with business or voluntary work, according to data provider, WealthInsight

Airbus debuts futuristic cabin with self-flushing toilets and ambient lighting

At a meeting in London last week, European aircraft manufacturer Airbus introduced its next-generation aircraft cabin, dubbed “Airspace.” Airbus says the changes were crowdsourced, coming as a result of feedback from millions of passengers over recent years. The innovative design seeks to bring together an enhanced experience for passengers and optimum performance for airlines based on four dimensions: comfort, ambience, service and design

10 of the most inspiring contemporary female adventurers

Following our article on female adventurers of the past, we're bringing things up to date with a look at the explorers making their mark today and inspiring others to get out and blaze a trail

10 Weekend Trips To Take This Spring

The dreary months of winter may have you hankering for a vacation, and April is the perfect time to take a quick weekend getaway. Whether you’re looking for the bustle of a city or the calm of the countryside, there are plenty of easy weekend trips that will feel like a much-needed escape

Hokkaido by bullet train

“You’re number three!” cries Toru Onodera, deftly removing a freshly-caught squid from a curved hook before slapping it onto the worktop. The bandana-clad fishmonger proceeds to carve up my breakfast, while explaining that I am the third Briton in nine years to visit his popular fish market shop in Hakodate city on Japan’s northernmost island Hokkaido

Here's what would happen if Warhol and Twiggy opened a hotel in Paris

Hotel Ekta is that rare find in Paris: a boutique that gives you the service of a five-star. It’s a concept hotel, also unusual in the French capital – a renovated 1960s office building that takes its inspiration from the footloose and fancy-free era it was built in

Travel Rewards Programs You May Not Know About — but Should

From receiving early check-in at your hotel, to spending a layover in a lounge instead of at an airport gate, here are some lesser-known perks

Cruising the Norwegian Fjord's on the Kong Harald

Looking for an offbeat way to explore the fjord-lined coast of Norway? Our latest Cruise Ship Tour, in the carousel above, offers a deck-by-deck look at the recently refurbished, 469-passenger Kong Harald, a ferry-like vessel that sails year-round from Bergen in the south to Kirkenes in the north and back on a 12-day loop

Olympic and Everglades national parks differ in most ways except one: Their survival affects ours

To go where the wild things are, hit our national parks. Olympic in Washington and the Everglades in Florida tell contrasting tales of a treasure-trove of creatures but speak as one voice about why their survival matters

Five writing retreats around the globe to kick-start your creative juices

When the writing gets tough, the tough pack their bags and find a scenic retreat

Travel guide to... Montenegro

The phrase "good things come in small packages" may be a cliché, but in the case of Montenegro, it's an adage so apt it should be embroidered on the flag. This tiny corner of south-eastern Europe crams in some of the continent's most glorious beaches, wilderness and historic towns into an area smaller than Northern Ireland

The ultimate guide to Indonesia's best islands

There's no doubting that Bali is Indonesia's most popular island, but those venturing farther afield in the archipelago will find fabulous beaches, surfing, culture and wildlife, says Guyan Mitra

The Japanese Cherry Blossom Tradition You Should Know About

In Japan, the centuries-old tradition of hanami, the viewing of cherry blossoms—and picnicking beneath them—is one of the very best ways to welcome spring

You Can Now Rent David Bowie's Former Vacation Home

Late singer David Bowie's home in Mustique is up for rent to travelers. Read on for the details

13 Ways Travelers Perceive The World Differently

You can call a traveler by many names, but please don’t call them a tourist. Travelers see the world in a different way than tourists, and from many of us in general. They’ve tackled enough adventures, met enough people and weathered enough ups and downs to permanently change their outlook... for the better

At These New Retreats, You Can Get Away From it All (While Having it All)

There's something to be said for roughing it and embracing nature wholeheartedly, but a few remote resorts are bringing a new level of luxury to the middle of nowhere. From Peru to Japan, guests at these stunning retreats can find rejuvenation in the outdoors, while taking advantage of the spas, gyms, full service restaurants and opulent amenities available. Because if you're going to stay in a tent, you might as well make it a fully furnished, geodesic dome with views of the African Savannah

UK tourist rescued after 'trying to swim to cruise ship'

A 65-year-old British woman told police in Portugal's Madeira Islands she tried to swim out to her passing cruise ship in the mistaken belief that her husband was on board before being rescued by fishermen after four hours in the sea, an official said Monday. Susan Brown told maritime police that she and her husband had decided Saturday to fly home early from their cruise aboard the Marco Polo which had stopped over that day in Madeira, Felix Marques, harbor captain at Madeira's Funchal port, said

Experiencing Nepal's remote Mustang region

Sitting on the edge of the Tibetan plateau, Mustang has been part of Nepal since the 18th century but its traditional Tibetan culture has survived in isolation

Hours-Long Hostage Standoff Ends With Hijacker Arrested

A hijacker who took dozens of hostages aboard a commercial jet over what appeared to be a "personal" matter involving a woman was arrested after an hours-long standoff Tuesday, authorities said. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs for Cyprus confirmed around 7:45 a.m. ET that all of the passengers and crew had been safely freed

JetBlue: Plans for new Long Beach slots include flights to Reno

JetBlue will add nonstop service between Reno and Long Beach, Calif. The route will begin Aug. 15, enabled by new takeoff and landing slots added at the capacity controlled airport. JetBlue will fly one daily round-trip flight between Reno and Long Beach using Airbus A320 aircraft

In the Mountains of Bolivia, Encounters With Magic

A trek through Bolivia’s dramatic Cordillera de los Frailes reveals the fantastical culture and art of the indigenous Jalq’a people

Quaint and quirky Homestays around the world

One of the things travelers love about vacation rentals is the opportunity to live like a local. Accommodation site Homestay takes that a step further by only offering rentals with a local host on site. This gives travelers access to area expertise, and yields great bargains to boot, including a stay at an organic farm in Thailand for $29 a night or a Polish villa for $23. Browse the slideshow above for more interesting rental options around the world

$320 round-trip fare to Ecuador from LAX on AeroMéxico and Copa

You can fly to Quito, Ecuador's capital, for $320 round trip from LAX, a fare that includes all taxes and fees but is subject to availability. AeroMéxico and Copa offer the fare; it must be booked by April 3. You must stay at least two nights with the AeroMéxico fare and three with the Copa fare

The 6 best rooftop rooms

Taking glamping to a whole new level is this "hotel" in Melbourne, which actually comprises upmarket tents atop a city-centre shopping mall. But abandon any thoughts of cold nights in a sleeping bag, because these tipi-style tents are anything but rudimentary. Think queen-sized beds, minibars stocked with local craft beer and breakfast served with barista-made coffee, all against a backdrop of towering high-rises

Mapped: All the world's 1,031 World Heritage Sites

Which countries punch above their weight when it comes to recognised tourist attractions?

Princess App Wants You to Swipe Right and Other Cruise News

Princess Cruises' "Places at Sea" app features swipe-to-like technology to analyze users' interests and pair them with a fitting selection of cruise destinations, and other cruise news

10 Things You Won't Learn While Backpacking

Backpacking is the budgeting traveler’s salvation: the freedom of the journey with no extraneous ties to hefty luggage or cemented itineraries. Now I do love a good night’s rest in a fancy hotel or touring a high-ticket site, but I believe every trip can benefit from at least a little backpacking style. Because nothing feels like freedom quite like knowing you’re carrying everything you need on your back, passport in hand, ready to adventure

10 of the best small hotels in Paris

Alastair Sawday's pick of boutique Parisian hotels offers a touch of chic for those who prefer to avoid big-name chains

The lesser-known Incan trail

With Peru's more famous Inca Trail becoming increasingly overrun, the lesser-known Salkantay Trek is quickly gaining a reputation as both a less-crowded and more strenuous alternative

Airport aims to use Uber drivers' fingerprints to check past

A battle over background checks for Uber drivers at the world's busiest airport comes as cities like Los Angeles and Austin, Texas, consider more thorough screenings

Travel advisories: What does 'exercise vigilance' mean?

After the terrorists strike, official government travel advisories usually follow, asking travelers to "exercise vigilance." But what does that mean?

What to do about lounge chair hogs on cruise ships?

On many cruise ships, guidelines mention a 60-minute rule. If a lounge chair is empty for 60 minutes, staff can remove the towels and belongings so someone else can use it. I've never seen it happen on any ship

The three-minute guide to Graz

The capital of green, rolling Styria province is a lively getaway of considerable delight

Why Your Next European Trip Should Be to Bosnia

After the Bosnian War, it seemed only overeager backpackers traveled to battle-scarred Sarajevo looking for Eastern Europe’s next edgy, rough-hewn frontier. But 20 years later, the country’s green-fringed capital is flush with Ottoman mosques and Habsburg-era cathedrals, not to mention a bazaar worth bringing another suitcase for. Here’s why you should consider a short trip there yourself

Airbus unveils the plane cabin that social media built

If you've been hyperventilating over dystopian "cabins of the future" which have gone viral over the past year, it’s time to break out the champagne and toast social media’s power to move mountains. (Or at least make icebergs jiggle a bit.)

36 Hours in Hong Kong

As impressive as Hong Kong’s skyline is, the city never seems to stop building. Case in point: the rapid expansion of the rail system. The MTR’s Island Line was extended to the neighborhood of Kennedy Town at the end of 2014, sparking a development boom on the once-quiet western side of the city. Several other projects are also on the way, including an express link to the mainland border

14 insanely cheap destinations for spring 2016

We've been watching trends and keeping tabs on deals and prices for months. Now we're ready to share this list of the season's affordable destinations. Why not treat yourself for surviving the winter by booking a trip to one of these insanely affordable spring destinations?

Best upscale cruise ship cabins for your next family sailing

If you want to kick it up a notch on your next family cruise, CruiseCompete offers some suite suggestions. The cruise booking website shares its favorite cabins at sea — and they come with extra goodies like 24/7 butlers and beverage packages. The good life at sea doesn't come cheap

Abruzzo offers Italian magnificence without the endless crowds of tourists

What makes the region so unique to the country is that even if you visit in high season, you might not see any other tourists

Everything you need to know about Easter holiday travel disruptions

The Easter holiday begins with the travel industry in some disarray - mainly because of the attacks in Brussels on Tuesday, but also because of wider warnings. Travel to, from and within Brussels remains severely disrupted following the attacks on 22 March, while in Paris the French interior minister says a separate terror plot has been foiled by police. ABTA, the travel association, is advising all travellers "to allow adequate time for check in and security clearance at airports, borders and ports"

Book your Easter 2017 holiday now - before everyone else does

Sometimes, the calendar gives gifts in unexpected places. While, this year, Easter Day falls so early that Europe has not yet completely shaken off its cloak of clouds and wet winter lethargy, in 2017, it is due to occur on April 16 – three weeks later. This will make a crucial difference in terms of the weather, casting our home continent in sunshine and warmth that will make the four-day weekend even more enticing for travel

Vantage River Cruises to Offer Family Itineraries in 2017

Add Vantage to the list of river cruise companies that are becoming family friendly. In 2017, the company will start offering Vantage Family Journeys river cruises, open to children ages 8 and up. The trips will be planned during summer and holidays and feature a family welcome reception; arts and crafts workshops and singing sessions for kids ages 8 to 12; activities for tweens, teens and 20-somethings; a dedicated host to oversee family activities in the evenings; special ship tours; kid friendly menus; complimentary travel journals and language lessons; and visits to schools if the cruise takes place when class is in session

Country Manors You Can Stay in in Scotland

Scotland is a magical place to visit and explore, filled with myths, legends and history. So when it comes to choosing a place to stay one of the country’s manor houses seems like the perfect place to start

Children's author Eoin Colfer on why he loves Hook Head, Ireland

'As a boy I looked through the bevelled glass of the lighthouse at the Irish landscape, skewed and magical, framed by curved, shining bezels. I think I have seen the world that way ever since'

A story of rebirth in Nepal

When I think about the chance encounters I’ve had in my travels, dominoes come to mind. Every effect has its cause, sometimes stretching back for weeks, years, or (in this case) eons. It’s as if time itself conspires, wilfully, to set up the cascade that tumbles us into the present moment, as if no encounter truly happens by chance

Radical vacation adventures for special needs kids

Shannan Williams was born into an outdoors-loving Colorado family. The fact that she has cerebral palsy, is confined to a wheelchair and has trouble using her hands wasn't going to keep her from an active life skiing, scuba-diving and rock-climbing, not to mention graduating from college

Japan's hot springs may allow tattooed guests

Naked, tattooed foreigners may soon become a less unusual sight in Japan's public baths. Tourism officials are urging the country's onsens (hot springs) to relax rules restricting body art wearers from entering their steamy waters

Court Clips Flight Attendant Marsha Reynolds' Wings After Coke Bust

The flight attendant who allegedly ditched $3 million worth of cocaine and went on the run won't be going anywhere else for a while, a California court has ruled. A federal judge in New York, where former beauty queen Marsha Gay Reynolds had surrendered, approved a $500,000 bail package for her on Thursday, but prosecutors immediately appealed

Cool off in style: Caribbean resort pools not to miss

Skip the crowded beach by opting for a refreshing dip in a resort pool. Practical and fantastic, these pools run the gamut from rooftops with awesome vistas and funky bars to artistically sculpted infinity varieties with edges that seem to disappear into the ocean or the sky. Put a new spin on an old splash and take a leisurely lap around a cool pool in the Caribbean

Where to Find the Best Chocolate in the World

From a revamped L.A. institution to an award-winning confectionary company in Budapest, these are the spots for the tastiest, most beautiful chocolate across the globe

14 Amazing Trips You Can Take With the Average Tax Return

The average tax return is $3,000—here's how to book a trip so far under budget, you'll manage to save half of it

30 reasons why you must keep visiting Belgium

A slump in visitors to Belgium is anticipated following this week's terror attacks. Antony Mason, our Brussels expert, offers 30 good reasons to keep the country in your travel plans

See inside the new Ace Hotel in downtown New Orleans

The 234-room hotel includes a new restaurant and music venue, retail space, a coffee shop and rooftop swimming pool

Stunning eco-luxury resorts to add to your holiday wishlist

Green travel has come a long way from mosquito nets and carbon offsets. Nowadays the options are as varied as the futuristic “Whitepod” in the Swiss Alps, or a thatched-roof tented cottage at Campi ya Kanzi in Kenya.

Ten secrets of air travel you always wondered about

You're about to board a huge, sealed metal cylinder, sit down, eat a meal and watch a movie while whizzing over the ground at 900km/h and that in itself is astonishingly weird, yet it's something we do without thinking twice. Here are 10 more weird things to ponder when you take to the skies

Gem of a town sparkles brightly

Pretty, pristine and lakeside, with a striking mountain panorama as a backdrop, Lucerne — also known as Luzern — has long been Switzerland’s tourism capital. Since the Romantic era in the 19th century, it’s been a regular stop on the Grand Tour of Europe for the likes of Mark Twain and Queen Victoria

Head to the South Sound for hiking, paddling, birding and fun

When my husband and I bought tickets to an upcoming event in the Olympia area, we decided to make a weekend of it and explore an area where we hadn’t spent much time. As nature lovers, we always like to work in some outdoor activities whenever we travel — which got me thinking about how little I knew about the Puget Sound’s southern end

Spring blizzard slams the Midwest, hundreds of flights cancelled

Across the country, millions of people are waking up to heavy snow and lots of travel headaches Thursday morning as a monster spring storm bears down on huge cross section of the country, moving into the Midwest after pounding Colorado and moving East

10 dishes every visitor to Argentina needs to try

U.S. President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama have been immersing themselves in Argentinian culture during their visit to South America, tangoing with professional dancers at a state dinner in Buenos Aires. While beef is the backbone of Argentina's daily diet, there are plenty of other tasty treats awaiting the Obamas in the world's eighth-largest country

Universal Studios raises ticket prices ahead of Harry Potter park opening

Just a few weeks before the grand opening of the west coast Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Universal Studios has jacked up the price of its single day tickets—by 20 percent. The move is in line with other theme parks that have recently raised entrance fees, including Disneyland and Universal Orlando. Theme park experts say, raising the price right before a highly anticipated attraction is typical

Lesbos: a Greek island in limbo over tourism, refugees, and its future

The island of Lesbos has become a focal point of the refugee crisis in Greece. Its residents have been nominated for a Nobel peace prize for their empathy and assistance but worries persist over long-term effects to its tourist trade

How To Score A Hotel Room Upgrade Every Time

We’ve all experienced hotel letdown. You arrive at what you thought would be a majestic place to stay, only to be assigned a corner room on the first floor, with a view of the parking lot and the faint scent of cigarettes in the air. Pro tip: This is why you should pretty much ALWAYS ask to switch hotel rooms after seeing the first one you’re offered

PampO Cruises Cancels Britannia's Belgium Port Call Following Terrorist Attacks

PampO Cruises has made the decision to cancel Britannia's call to Zeebrugge this Saturday (March 27) as a result of yesterday's terrorist attacks in Brussels

Holland America adds more cruises to Mexico

Are cruisers ready to return to the Mexican Riviera? Holland America is the latest line to bet on it. The Seattle-based company will more than double its capacity in the region next winter with more departures and the deployment of a larger ship

After a Fire, Megabus Passengers Stranded on Compensation

We were all grateful and fortunate to escape unharmed. But weeks after, we found a lack of recourse to collect thousands of dollars in lost property

Global airlines waive fees in wake of Brussels attack

U.S. and global airlines are waiving rebooking fees for Brussels passengers in the wake of Tuesday's terror attack there

Mexico City vacation: Four ways to experience the city

There are hundreds of ways to experience what Mexico City has to offer. Here are just four ways

Riding through Northern Thailand is not like any ordinary bike tour

Thailand is emerging as a new destination for active boomers and any cyclist who wants a taste of the country's exotic cultural side along with their exercise

Five ways to add some adventure to your honeymoon

As one of the most anticipated and indulgent holidays you

Best family days out for Easter holidays

Raindrops on daffodils, whiskers on bunnies; bright copper-foiled chocolate and warm woollen mittens being ceremoniously shoved back in the drawer… these are a few of the many reasons to look forward to the Easter holidays

UPDATE: Cruise Lines Eye Turkey Calls, Cancel Port Stops

With global fears about terrorism still influencing travel, cruise lines have been eyeing itineraries that include Turkey, with some canceling planned port stops in 2016. Viking Cruises has become the latest line to alter its itineraries in light of terrorist attacks in Turkey by canceling all overnights in the country. In a decision made the day before the second Istanbul bombing (on March 19), Viking Star set sail in the evening rather than stay the night. The following day a bomb went off in Istanbul's Beyoğlu district, claiming the lives of four victims

The abandoned mansions of billionaires

While most of Shekhawati's havelis have crumbled and remain abandoned, a small window into the world of these painted mansions is being preserved

State Department issues alert after Brussels terror attack

As Americans start looking at European summer vacations, the State Department on Tuesday night issued a travel alert in the aftermath of deadly bombings by ISIS jihadists in Brussels that left 34 people dead and more than 200 wounded

World's largest aircraft readies for takeoff

Spectacularly huge helium-pumped craft unveiled fully-assembled for the first time in a giant hangar near London

Carnival will be first in 50 years to sail cruise ship from U.S. to Cuba

It's official: Carnival Corp. will be the first cruise company in more than five decades to sail a U.S. cruise ship to Cuba. There are still spots available on the historic first sailing. "Today we made history," Chief Executive Arnold Donald said Monday in a media call from Havana, Cuba. The news came during President Obama's historic three-day visit to the island nation

Greek Islands: When to book, when to visit, and where to go

We are spoilt in Australia to have some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. But if you head to Europe, you will find the best beaches, as voted by Trip Advisor, in Greece. The 2016 Traveller’s Choice Awards found six of Europe’s top 15 beaches located in Greece

This Website Will Change the Way People With Disabilities Travel

Accomable, which opened its U.S. office this month, finds accessible hotel rooms and rentals for disabled travelers

Nine Eco-Friendly Winter Vacation Ideas

From a geodesic dome in the Swiss Alps to a glass cabin in the woods of upstate New York, here are our favorite environmentally friendly winter vacation spots

Why you should travel on spring break this year

This spring break, stay home. That's the advice the experts are offering this March, and with good reason: Between the Zika virus, drug wars, and the usual indignities of travel, that's the kind of advice every nervous mother in America will second

5 Things You Should Never Eat on a Plane

The smells, the crunch, the grease—spare your fellow travelers by avoiding these snacks during your next flight

The Best Beaches in Cuba

Cuba is fast becoming a destination on American tourists' bucket lists as relations between the country and the United States is being restored. Not to mention the warm climate and beautiful turquoise water makes the country a perfect place for a beach vacation. We've rounded up the best sand stretches you're sure to enjoy

More legroom? Fewer surprise fees? Wave of consumer-friendly legislation gives travelers new hope.

An unprecedented number of pro-consumer laws have been introduced in Congress in the past month, giving travelers hope that their next trip could be better than the last

St. Augustine for foodies

The nation's oldest city has a fresh take on food. St. Augustine, founded in 1565, is attracting food lovers for its farm-to-table cuisine and agritourism opportunities. From the city's signature Minorcan clam chowder, to the blast of flavor from its prized datil peppers, to the harvests of nearby farms, the food scene showcases Florida's history and diversity with modern twists

Brussels attack: Security tightened throughout Europe at airports, subways

Authorities in Europe have tightened security at airports, on subways, at the borders and on city streets after deadly attacks Tuesday on the Brussels airport and its subway system. At least 28 people were killed in Belgium. With Brussels on lockdown and the French prime minister saying that Europe is "at war," European leaders held emergency security meetings and deployed more police, explosives experts, sniffer dogs and plainclothes officers at key points across the bloc

Tourism is spiking in these 8 countries

Some of the biggest travel hotspots in the world right now are actually quite cold! Iceland's tourism industry got a massive boost last year as it improved its marketing campaign and attracted a huge number of Chinese tourists, according to the World Travel

Top 13 world destinations

Looking for locations to visit this year? TripAdvisor.com's Travelers' Choice Awards may give you some ideas when it comes to thinking globally. These are the top places in the world for travelers. Winners were chosen on quantity/quality of reviews and ratings for hotels, restaurants and attractions

Cruise notes: New ships, old ships, new features

With the cruise industry holding its annual convention last week in Fort Lauderdale, cruise lines got in line to announce new shipboard restaurants, features on new ships and changes on existing ships

Terror in Brussels: At Least 31 Die in Airport, Subway Blasts

A series of explosions rocked the check-in zone of Brussels Airport and the Belgian capital's subway on Tuesday

18 Reasons You Need To Take A Cruise This Year

If you’re stuck on what to do for your next vacation, consider taking a cruise. Getaways at sea have become increasingly popular over the past decade, offering once-in-a-lifetime opportunities for you and your family

Fathom Gets Permission To Cruise to Cuba

Carnival Corporation's new cruise line, Fathom, has made history; it has received permission from the government of Cuba to offer cruises. Carnival Corp.'s CEO Arnold Donald told media on a conference call that Carnival has become "the first cruise company in more than 50 years to be granted approval to sail from the U.S. to Cuba"

22 things you should definitely do the next time you book a hotel to score the best deals

You don't have to overpay for a hotel room. There are tricks and tips you can use to find the best room rates so you can enjoy your trip guilt-free. We spoke to Jeannette Pavini, a savings expert at Coupons.com, Josh Belkin, the Vice President and general manager of Hotels.com's North America branch, Cheryl Rosner, who is the CEO of Stayful, and Ivy Chou, the content and marketing director for DealsPlus.com, to get their best tips for booking a room

Where to find a pozole sandwich in Mexico City and more vegan delicacies

Veganism rises in Mexico City, with Los Loosers and Forever Vegano offering vegan to go, and it extends to street vendors

At Microhotels, the Price Is Right and the Space Is Tight

On a recent business trip to New York, Kelly Buck went small for her hotel room — as in 100 square feet. Ms. Buck, a nonprofit marketing executive from Auburn, N.Y., sought a good deal and found one at the Pod 39, one of a growing number of so-called microhotels that are taking a smaller-is-better approach. And the price, about $100 a night, was right

Mythical sites that just might exist

Some people say the Yonaguni ruins off the coast of Japan are the ruins of Atlantis. It's unclear whether they are a natural formation or man-made

Dalat, Vietnam

Dalat, Vietnam, is, essentially, a city. But when I went to shoot it for the 52 Places to Go feature, I wanted to give the reader a view onto the countryside that exists not so far from the city center

Pets on trains a hit for Amtrak and riders

After the success of a 2014 pilot program in Illinois and a much larger pilot along the Northeast Corridor this past fall and winter, Amtrak announced in February that its pet program on the Northeast Regional and Downeaster routes. Jarrad Henderson, USA TODAY

A weekend getaway to Palo Alto finds old-fashioned fun amid the high-tech frenzy

Fancy cars, vintage diner food and a hike at nearby Stanford University cap a weekend in the Silicon Valley hub of Palo Alto

Sant Francesc Hotel Singular: Majorca's new boutique beauty

The historic district of Palma, the capital of the Spanish island of Majorca, is a maze of alleys and sun-blazed plazas, of shuttered homes and gated courtyards that seem to hold ancient secrets. One of the newest arrivals in the Plaza Sant Francesc is the Hotel Singular, a 19th-century manor, artfully transformed into a 42-room boutique hotel

A luxury Amazon cruise through the Peruvian wilderness

Piranha fishing isn't like regular fishing. There's no sophisticated equipment (just a short rod made from bamboo) or any wriggly maggots to contend with (a chunk of filet mignon will do just fine). Then there's the technique to master. Pretty simple, really

Seoul searching in South Korea

Night time in Seoul. I look out from the 25th floor of my hotel room in the central Jongno-gu district, mesmerised by the golden glow of the 14th-century Gyeongbokgung palace, the largest of South Korea’s five historic royal residences. With the backdrop of Mount Bugak floating in the sky beyond it, Gyeongbokgung seems to shine brighter than the city’s street lights, gleaming above the red and white ribbons of moving headlamps on the intersecting streets below

Boney M, Go West, Nik Kershaw, Marcia Hines to Headline Cruise N Groove

Choose Your Cruise, which organises Australia’s biggest music festivals at sea, has announced the return of its Cruise N Groove retro event next year, with a line-up of more than 30 acts performing on seven stages

An Alternative Travel Guide to Tulum, Mexico

Even Goths can enjoy a Mexican beach vacation, now and again. My friend Yukiro and I were excited to indulge in a week of lounging, at Karisma’s ocean-front resort. However, we didn’t want to miss out on the mysterious Mayan pyramids and art, in nearby Tulum

10 of the best alternative city breaks in Europe

If you're after a fresh spin on the city break look beyond the usual big names for more cool culture and great sights. Here's our list for 2016

The coffee that fuels chaos

In a country that can overwhelm the uninitiated, highly-caffeinated Vietnamese coffee is the perfect balance of bitter and sweet

American chain Starwood to run 3 Cuban hotels

Starwood signed a deal on Saturday to renovate and run three Cuban hotels, returning U.S. chains to the island more than 50 years after American hotels were taken over by Fidel Castro's socialist revolution

The best ski resorts you've never heard of

European ski resorts are legion and often legendary. But are there some alpine aces we've all missed? Are there any secret treasures out there, quietly delivering the goods while the spotlight falls elsewhere? The trouble is, one person's hidden gem is another's back yard

Plane Crazy? New Study Claims Drones Not as Dangerous as the FAA Says

Despite dire predictions from the Federal Aviation Administration that the nation's air traffic is at peril from unmanned aerial vehicles, a new study claims that the chances of a drone damaging a passenger plane are fairly slim

Now's the time for a Canadian vacation  the U.S. dollar is strong and deals are everywhere

With the Canadian dollar at a 12-year low against the greenback, some hot travel deals are to be had north of the border

36 Hours in Mexico City

For a capital with such a long and layered history, there is much that’s new in Mexico City. Skyscrapers grow like bamboo. A trendy restaurant, boutique hotel or high-end food store seems to open every week. Despite the often dark national mood — corruption in Mexico seems ever more brazen, and violence, much of it drug-related, persists in many areas — the city has kept its mojo

10 new routes that promise cheap flights this spring

When airlines announce new service between two cities, it doesn't just create more flight options. It also drives down airfares, reports Patricia Magana of SmarterTravel.com. This spring, new routes from major carriers like American, JetBlue, United and Virgin America will mean big savings on service both in the U.S. and abroad. Here are the 10 routes with the best potential for bargains. Paris from New York City via Air France: Air France recently expanded its presence in the U.S. market by launching new daily flights from New York (JFK) to Paris (Orly). Orly is the main avenue for domestic travelers visiting Corsica, Toulon, Perpignan, Lorient and other destinations in southern France, but it remains just a shuttle ride away from Paris' city center

Daily cruises to Havana may be on the horizon, cruise companies say

Cruise line companies at a conference in Florida this week have their eye on starting operations to Cuba. But it's complicated

Why It's Okay to Love Las Vegas

I have a confession, and it’s one that often startles my travel-savvy friends: Las Vegas is one of my favorite places in the world. I adore every marabou-trimmed, neon-lit inch of a place whose patron saint should be Liberace. If you’re unconvinced of its charms—and many people might be—allow me a moment to persuade you.

New York's Famed Plaza Hotel Going Up For Auction

New York City’s famous Plaza Hotel is set to go up for auction next month after recent back-and-forth over its ownership. Billionaire brothers David and Simon Reuben hold the mortgage on the five-star property and have scheduled a foreclosure auction for April 26, according to Bloomberg Business

Calling the culturati: Majorca is hoping you'll drop by

The city of Palma, throughout much of its long history, was approached by sea, the yellow-gold Gothic cathedral, its row of spires rising like a forest of lances on the waterfront. Built by King James of Aragon in the early 13th century to celebrate his conquest over the Moors, it took a leisurely 400 years to finish. It declares to all guests and invaders: Here is a city to be reckoned with

Office block hotels: Clever conversions and makeovers

The latest 25hours hotel opened on 1 March in Hamburg's regenerated Hafencity district, right next door to its predecessor, 25hours Hafencity. There's nothing new about the hotel's setting though; this listed building dating from 1885 is the oldest in the neighbourhood and once housed the harbour's Office for Electricity and Harbour Construction. The décor of the 49 rooms channels the look of a captain's house and there's a Boilerhouse Bar and NENI Restaurant serving Eastern Mediterranean cuisine

Robot hotels around the world

From the renowned Robot Restaurant in Tokyo to humanoids on reception, robot workers are on the rise. We round up the world's best hotels staffed by robots

CroisiEurope to Add Four River Ships in 2017

CroisiEurope, a French river cruise line that has been expanding rapidly to English-speaking passengers, announced that it will add four ships to its fleet in 2017 on the Douro, Mekong, Rhine and Danube Rivers. The company's new ships are in addition to vessels debuting in spring 2016: the Elbe Princesse, an 80-passenger paddlewheel designed to sail the complicated Elbe River; and two 22-passenger barges, Daniele, for rivers in Burgundy and Deborah, which will ply the Briare Canal in the Upper Loire Valley

How Travelling the World Prepared Me for My Estranged Father's Death

“I’m sorry. It is too late. Your father passed away.” As I hear those words on the other end of the line, I am more than 9000 km away from my home country and I’m trying hard not to faint. After a long pause, I tell the person on the phone that I will book a flight and travel back to Europe immediately. I didn’t expect saying this. Nor did I think I would actually go through with my intention. There are situations in life you think you are prepared for. But when they occur, despite your darnest efforts to convince yourself that you know exactly how you would react, the unexpected happens: you do what you least anticipated

Things to do in Dublin: readers' travel tips

If you like history and pubs, Dublin might just be your favourite city, but there's more: great gardens, fashion, architecture, a superb cemetery and walks

The eerie grave of 200,000 monks

Adam H Graham takes a spiritual retreat to one of Koya-san's 54 shukubo: inns where guests are encouraged to meditate, commune and eat vegetarian cuisine with the monks or nuns

Beyond Facebook: The best travel social networks you need to know

Traveling in the digital age is a cinch. You can easily find the best local restaurants and make new friends—on your phone. When it comes to picking a destination for your next big vacation or even your next meal, nothing beats a personal recommendation from someone who has already made the trip. While you don’t always hear a ton about social networks for travelers, there are a number of great ones out there that can help you make those difficult decisions, and perhaps a few new friends in the process

Women defend solo travel after murders

Media reports say Maria Coni, 22, and Marina Menegazzo, 21, were sexually assaulted and killed in February while traveling in Ecuador. The pair were reportedly killed by two men who had offered them a place to stay. The post written in their name has now had more than 730,000 shares over the past two weeks. It's also sparked a social media debate over victim-blaming and women's right to safely travel alone

The infuriating rule American Airlines won't tell you about until it's too late

This week, I was stuck halfway across the country fuming over a transportation fail. Wednesday, I learned that American Airlines will throw you under the bus - er, plane - if you arrive at the airport AFTER your scheduled boarding begins but BEFORE you have had a chance to load your digital boarding pass for the first time

8 Ways Cruise Options Are Expanding

Big, small and river-going, the choice of cruise ships is expanding in every direction — geographic and psychographic — this spring. Variety and status are the defining trends, specifically in cruising styles that vary from taking the family on a European river cruise to circumnavigating the Falkland Islands. Among the following cruise ship introductions this season, status-seeking ships have hired celebrity chefs and Broadway talents to increase their appeal, and in the thriller genre, a 10-story water slide is set to sail

50 flavors for St. Patrick's Day

Restaurants and bars across the USA celebrate with green beer, Guinness and Irish food

The Holi festival is a vivid, joyful Hindu celebration of spring

Festival of Colors gatherings are in Las Vegas on April 23, Oceanside on May 14 and the San Fernando Valley on May 21

The eight best travel hacks for a flight

1) After years of laughing at people walking around with a neck pillow, I got one myself. If you fly economy it's one of the best investments. Get one that you can stow in your backpack or carry on. 2) Get noise cancelling headphones. Seriously, do it. I got the Bose q20i. $300 but you will not regret it. I hear no engine noise, almost no kids screaming or other "noises". Best thing ever, especially on those international flights

The world's happiest countries

Western Europe's third largest country is also home to some of the world's happiest people - although it did fall two places in this year's ranking. Andrew Stone, Telegraph Travel's Scandinavia expert, says it has a bit of what all its Nordic neighbours have, including "Copenhagen's urban cool and Norway's mountains, as well as forest, lakes, pretty Baltic ports and islands. It also has Stockholm, perhaps the loveliest city in the whole of Scandinavia."

Popularity of River Cruising Reaches Record High for UK Passengers

The number of UK and Irish travellers choosing a river cruise hit an all-time high of 150,300 last year -- an increase of more than 10,000 passengers compared to the year before. The eight percent increase has mainly been driven by the large number of new river ships launched in the past few years. In 2015, 170 CLIA member line river ships were sailing in Europe -- with another 18 new ships launching this year, an increase of more than 10 percent

How To Do Charleston In 48 Hours

Upon leaving, I was astounded by the city of Charleston and already fantasizing about returning. The weekend was one filled with southern hospitality and food that I'll be dreaming about until I come back for more. I had just under 48 hours to explore this South Carolina city and it was just the right amount of time to completely engulf yourself into the city's history and eateries. Even though two days seems like a short time... We were truly able to make it worthwhile

The best affordable hotels, BampBs and hostels in Ireland

Ireland has its grand, expensive hotels but it's possible to get quality, comfort and style at a price you may like too. We round up some of the best places to stay across the Republic and Northern Ireland

A trip back in time to old Dubai

It was early evening in Dubai and the sky was streaked rose and peach as the sun dipped towards the horizon. At the edge of the salt-water creek that splits the city in two, the water glowed with reflected light, and the scent of cinnamon, cloves and frankincense drifted across from the spice souk. I was in Bur Dubai, the emirate’s original trading hub and its commercial heart until little more than 100 years ago. Today, it may not have the flash of new Dubai further inland, but it remains a busy site of Middle Eastern trade, packed with vibrant souks and bustling jetties

Living Legends: The Mardi Gras Indians of New Orleans

I’m sitting in a cluttered workshop in New Orleans’ Central City neighborhood. Surrounding me are plastic containers filled with beads and rhinestones of about every hue imaginable, elaborate feather headdresses, glue guns, oversize spools of thread, and fluffy lime-green tufts that suggest a Muppet has exploded. Along the back wall hang spectacular suits from Mardi Gras past, including a cobalt-blue beauty covered in beaded patches depicting Buffalo Soldiers

This new airplane could eliminate jet lag

Jet lag was never supposed to be a real disease in need of a “cure.” It’s up there with carpal tunnel syndrome and sex addiction. You know, a fictive ailment of convenience — its presence, always self-diagnosed, immediately gets you out of a jam with complete absolution

SeaWorld says it will end killer whale breeding program

SeaWorld announced Thursday it is ending its practice of killer whale breeding following years of controversy over keeping orcas in captivity

Pet-Friendly Hotels: The 10 Best Luxury Stays in the U.S.

These hotels and resorts do much more than simply allow pets—they treat dogs (or iguanas, or pigs) like members of the family, with customized amenities, off-leash areas, and even "yappy hours"

Is This the Best Travel Internship Ever?

One lucky student will get the internship of a lifetime if selected by UK-based travel firm The Stag Company. According to a wanted ad it recently posted, Stag is looking for a writing intern to travel Europe for a month. The chosen applicant will get four weekends of all-expenses-paid trips to Prague, Bratislava, Budapest, and Brighton, England, starting in June

Traveling Solo? How to Find a Local Guide

When it comes to traveling solo, some people want to take a break and sightsee with a group. But what about those who prefer something more intimate, like a private guided tour?

Indulge on the Brooklyn chocolate trail

While Brooklyn has secured its spot as one of New York City's most exciting restaurant scenes, the borough is developing a sweet tooth, too. Dessert lovers can rejoice; expert Clay Gordon says the borough is seeing “steady growth” in chocolatiers

What U.S. travelers need to know about new Cuba rules

President Obama allows Americans to travel more independently in Cuba with new rules rolled out before his historic visit

Mexico City's Hotel La Valise showcases decades of style

Located in the fashionable neighbourhood of Roma Norte, this townhouse-turned-hotel is a "domain for creative professionals"

Spring walking holidays: From Madeira and Morocco to Britain in bloom

From the coastlines of Europe to the peaks of Asia, the northern hemisphere bursts into life at this time of year - so lace up your walking boots and get set for the seasonal spectacular

The world's most surprising places

Nigel Richardson writes: “When I saw the Prada store I found myself adapting the opening sentence of Hunter S Thompson’s Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas: ‘We were somewhere south of Van Horn on Highway 90 when the drugs began to take hold.’"

Passenger Numbers for UK and Ireland Cruise Market Hit All-Time High

UK cruise passenger numbers hit all time high; Europe cruise passenger numbers record sharp increase, river passenger numbers also up

Wine line: Eurostar mulls direct trains to Bordeaux from London

New branch of French high-speed rail network could allow non-stop travel from London to popular wine region

23 stunning ocean views in exotic destinations

We hate to say it, but beautiful ocean views are a dime a dozen. Now, that’s not to say that scoring a hotel room with a stunning ocean view won’t cost you a pretty penny. But since Oyster.com covers over 20,000 hotels (and counting), we’ve seen gorgeous ocean view after gorgeous ocean view at properties from Hawaii to the Caribbean

Exotic "Indiana Jones" filming locations you can visit today

Steven Spielberg took his crew to some of the most exotic locations around the world while filming the 'Indiana Jones' movie franchise. Here are just a few you can still visit today. Harrison Ford has portrayed many famous movie characters, but perhaps the most iconic is Indiana Jones. Ford expertly molded the ruggedly handsome (and ophidiophobic) character that starred in Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981), The Temple of Doom (1984), The Last Crusade (1989), and The Kingdom of the Crystal Skull (2008)

Where are the world's happiest countries?

Want to live in one of the world's happiest countries? Northern Europe is your best bet, according to the latest World Happiness Report

The perfect hotel for a Hong Kong shopping trip

Pull the curtains aside at dawn and watch the city wake up energised. The Park Lane sits opposite Victoria Park where on a weekday morning you'll find locals practise tai chi with friends or choreographed dance waving swords, while the sprightly are seen on the park's jogging tracks and outdoor gym equipment

Travellers opt for tech-free holidays for a real escape

The obsession with constant Wi-Fi access is spawning an anti-internet movement that’s providing an unexpected benefit for remote destinations. Holiday-makers are actively seeking “tech-free” places where they are not only out of phone range but also unable to check email, social media and surf the net. Hotel chain Four Seasons now gives guests the option of surrendering their devices for the duration of their stay in order to have a digital detox

Why are airplane restroom standards going down the drain?

Boeing reportedly figured out a way to add as many as 14 extra seats to some of its aircraft by shrinking the size of its lavatories

Small-ship line Ponant plans huge expansion

Few Americans have heard of Ponant, a small-ship cruise line that specializes in upscale trips to the polar regions and other far-flung destinations. But that soon could be changing

How JetBlue Is Stepping Up Its Credit Card Game

JetBlue recently rolled out a new credit card, in partnership with Barclaycard and MasterCard, that includes new ways for TrueBlue rewards members to earn points. The card comes with a big plus for international travelers: There will be no foreign transaction fees for purchases charged abroad—a benefit that branded cards increasingly need in order to compete in a crowded marketplace

When Will This Year's Cherry Blossoms Bloom in Washington, D.C.?

Each spring, travelers flock to the National Mall in Washington, DC for a glimpse of the iconic pink-and-white cherry blossom trees in their full splendor during the month-long National Cherry Blossom Festival. And now it’s time to plan for this year’s pilgrimage. The National Park Service announced its forecast that this year’s peak bloom date should fall between March 31 and April 3

Osaka eats are treats for the taste buds and wallet

"Irasshaimase!" comes the boisterous greeting from behind the messy, flat-top griddle at Fukutaro, a dimly-lit, greasy spoon restaurant in the Sennichimae section of town. Every time a customer walks through the front door, the harried staff calls out in unison, offering a hearty welcome and a chance to sit at a coveted spot along the massive, U-shaped counter. The greeting is typical in Japan. What's unique here is the food

What is the best family hotel in the U.S.?

Orlando is king for family-friendly resorts. So say the readers of TripAdvisor, who made their choices for best family hotels and resorts in the website's Travelers Choice Awards this month.The No. 1 choice was Floridays Resort Orlando, on International Drive just outside Walt Disney World

Nonstop New Orleans to Missouri flights resume in May

Branson AirExpress will resume nonstop seasonal flights from New Orleans to Branson, Mo., the second year flights have been offered between the two cities. Flights begin in May. Branson AirExpress, operated by Buzz Airways, will fly from Louis Armstrong International Airport to Branson Airport four times a week. The flights run through August

This is the island kiwis call home

After being caged beneath the waves of an icy sea with great white sharks for company, an Australian tourist faces a much mellower but no less memorable early-evening experience: eyeballing kiwis, New Zealand’s flightless national bird, as they forage for worms at the water’s edge. For some visitors, the two combine to create a dream day on Stewart Island

Luxury in the loveliest spot on Earth

Bora Bora is known as one of the most dazzlingly beautiful islands in the world, a place where once only the rich and famous went to play, but now where the rest of us can afford to go to watch them. The main island rises from the centre of an azure lagoon, surrounded by motus (smaller islets) inside a necklace of coral, white sand beaches and coconut palms. Le Meridien is on a motu of its own, reached by a 20-minute motorboat ride from the airport, wearing a lei of fresh flowers and a very wide grin

On Small Ship, Ocean Life (and Other Passengers) Are Up Close

Most of the boat is asleep when we pass through Ballard Locks in Seattle shortly before midnight. Blotchy, heavy clouds are stacked like anvils above a purple horizon. Stars wink here and there, a promise of a clearer night. Salmon still run freely between the fresh water of Lake Washington and the salt water of Puget Sound, through a fish ladder integrated within the locks

One Person Filed 6,500 Noise Complaints for Reagan National Airport

Someone living near Washington's Reagan National Airport (DCA) is really ticked off about the increased noise generated by new flight patterns at that close-in airport. So ticked off that during 2015 that person filed 6,500 of the 8,670 noise complaints about DCA received by the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority — an average of 18 complaints a day over the course of the year, according to the Washington Post

The park where visitors sleep with wolves

For thousands of years, large numbers of gray wolves roamed across Norway. Thanks to hunting and habitat loss, today there may be fewer than 30 living in the Norwegian wild. Protected since 1973, most of these now live in a single, highly managed pack in a "wolf zone" in the country's southeastern corner

Crystal Cruises Announces Polar Class Mega-Yacht, Launches Crystal Luxury Air

Crystal Cruises has topped its recent string of debuts with the surprise announcement of Crystal Endeavor, a purpose-built, polar class mega-yacht, as well as its own jet. "Crystal Esprit is getting a sister!" president and CEO of Crystal Cruises Edie Rodriguez revealed at a media event held in the Sheltair Hangar in Fort Lauderdale. Esprit, the cruise line's first ship in its new Crystal Yacht Cruises line, was christened just three months ago

Why caravanning is the perfect family holiday

To some it may sound like a holiday hell, to be cooped up together while travelling. And again while sleeping. But for my wife Debs and our two boys, Daniel (six) and Darley (four), it’s the opposite: tremendous fun, exciting and educational. It is – in a great way – the ultimate family bonding experience

San Sebastian: A bay window on a Basque beauty

My first job out of university in the 1980s was as an English teacher in Bilbao, the Basque city then at the nadir of its post-industrial, pre-Guggenheim decline. Armoured cars were stationed on the city's main intersections and I well remember having a cigarette by the open window of my lodgings and hearing a bomb explode harmlessly at a nearby railway marshalling yard - just one more incident in Basque separatist movement ETA's 50-year war against the Spanish state, which officially ended in 2011

Women Who Brought Zika Fears Home With Them

In December, Ami Levy and her husband, Jason, left frigid Washington, D.C., for a two-week vacation in Argentina. Once there, they headed north to the Brazilian border for a couple of days, lured by Igauzu Falls. She recalls the excitement when their phones’ GPS indicated they finally were in Brazil, and the awe-inspiring walls of water, some more than 24 stories tall

8 Amazing African Safari Lodges You Haven't Heard Of Yet

Eight amazing properties beyond the rightly loved big brands (ampBeyond, Singita, Wilderness)—each tailor-made for a certain type of traveler

In Old Town Key West, a Hotel with Artsy Aspirations

Land is scarce in cozy Key West — especially so near the historic seaport that often is just as jammed with tourists as it is with gift shops. In the heart of this area, the Marker Resort opened last winter, the city’s first built-from-scratch hotel in Old Town Key West in 20 years

Over-the-top Disney: Splurge on luxury, access

Want the ultimate in luxury on your Disney World vacation? We'll show you how to find it

'Walking Dead' zombies to stalk Universal Studios Hollywood in year-round maze

Universal Studios Hollywood plans to turn the "Walking Dead" haunted maze, which has proved wildly popular during the theme park's last four Halloween Horror Nights, into a year-round attraction

Could I really backpack across Europe alone with my girls?

I wanted to get back to the way I used to travel, alone with a backpack, exploring new places on trains and buses. Minimal plans and open to the possibilities the road has to offer. But could I do that alone with my two girls?

Casa Fiesta, Ibiza - hotel review: It'll be all white on the night

If estate agents are to be believed, Ibiza is the new St-Tropez. Superyachts that stretch to 140m queue up for berths in the White Isle's cosmetically enhanced marina, while luxury villas are the latest hot-tip investment. The Hard Rock Hotel, which opened on Playa d'en Bossa in 2014, serves one of the world's most expensive tasting menus (€1,500 per head) at its Sublimotion restaurant

The world's 50 greatest adventures

From trekking in the Himalayas to exploring Mayan ruins in Guatemala, these are the ultimate 50 travel adventures

Celebrity Cruises Acquires Two New Ships for the Galapagos

Celebrity Cruises will expand its presence in the Galapagos Islands from one to three ships with the acquisition of local tour operator Ocean Adventures by parent company Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. The ships will join the Celebrity Cruises fleet in spring 2016, but the line promises all existing Ocean Adventures bookings will remain honored and unchanged, regardless of sail date

A Taste of Charleston: What To Do, Drink, and Eat in 48 Hours

As the plane was lifting from the ground of The Holy City I could still taste the memory of the life-changing biscuits and gravy

Top 10 beach hotels and campsites on New Zealand's North Island

These guesthouses, apartments and pitches make the most of New Zealand's stunning landscapes and beautiful beaches

5 things to know about the world's largest cruise ship

The world’s largest cruise ship Thursday set off on its first sea trial from Saint-Nazaire, western France, with just two months to go to delivery. Royal Caribbean's much-awaited Harmony of the Seas, a 227,000-ton giant, will have a mind-blowing total capacity of over 6,000 people, not including crew

Richard Quest goes round the world in 8 days

CNN's Richard Quest is going on an eight-day adventure around the world -- only traveling on budget airlines

Huge Increase in Passengers Causing Air Travel Nightmares

More passengers — and more passengers taking luggage onboard to avoid fees — are creating security lines that result in missed flights

The best airline for flying with kids

Little touches go a long way when cooped up on a plane with young children

8 survival tips for travelling to New York

Few travel places elicit as much excitement and trepidation as New York City. From deciphering the subway to figuring out where to stay, it can seem like a daunting destination to plan for. With this in mind, here are eight survival tips that will help you get the most out of your journey

36 Hours in Zurich

To a yearlong celebration of the centenary of Dada, you can add first-rate restaurants, Art Deco bars and a lake cruise with views of the Alps

Another KISS cruise on tap for 2016

It's official: Hard rock band KISS will be heading to sea again with fans later this year. Music cruise organizer Sixthman says its sixth KISS sailing, dubbed The KISS Kruise VI: Creatures of the Deep, will kick off Nov. 4 in Miami on Norwegian Cruise Line's 2,394-passenger Norwegian Pearl

Taking the train (instead of flying) was the best and the worst family vacation ever

On her way to see beluga whales and eat elk in historic Churchill, Man., Catherine Dawson March learns the joys and frustrations of crossing Canada on a train

Hotel Gotham, Manchester: Welcome to the Batcave of the North

Manchester was a world-leading city back when New York City was still in short trousers; the neo-gothic architecture of Cottonopolis prefigures the skyscrapers of the Big Apple. Today, both have a similarly brooding atmosphere. But now, as the jewel in the crown of George Osborne's multibillion-pound "northern powerhouse" plan, a bright new sun is rising over the River Irwell. All of which left me baffled as to why Hotel Gotham has taken 1920s Manhattan as its theme. Is a theme ever necessary?

The world's 50 greatest adventures

From trekking in the Himalayas to exploring Mayan ruins in Guatemala, these are the ultimate 50 travel adventures

Disney Announces More Star Wars at Sea Sailings for 2017

In 2017, Disney Cruise Line is upping the number of sailings with the popular Star Wars Day at Sea theme. The program kicked off this year with eight sailings on Disney Fantasy. The designated sea day celebrates all things Jedi, with photo ops with Star Wars characters; Star Wars-themed activities for kids, including lightsaber training, arts and crafts, games and trivia; screenings of the Star Wars movies; and Star Wars parties on deck with fireworks for families and in the nightclub for adults

How Cozy: Airlines Add an Extra Seat to Each Row

That pinch gets more pronounced as more airplane manufacturers and airlines go to ten seats per row

Millennials Feel "Vacation Shamed" for Taking Time Off

Here’s some news to at least partially explain why Americans leave hundreds of millions of paid vacation days on the table every year: the majority of working millennials—folks between the ages of 18 to 34—report feeling shamed for taking time off work. According to the 2016 Alamo Family Vacation Survey, 59 percent of millennials surveyed reported being “vacation shamed” for taking or planning their vacations

The Magic of San Miguel de Allende, Mexico

My boyfriend was my tour guide in San Miguel de Allende. He had traveled to the city about 10 times and he was madly passionate about San Miguel and it's inhabitants, it's Baroque architecture, its weekly festivals and the truly amazing art scene and artists community. The city possesses one of the most exquisite artists community since probably Paris in the 1920s. The Fabrica La Aurora is one of San Miguel's unique destinations, a beautiful art and design center housed in a former textile factory from the turn of the century

Iceland's buddy brilliant stopover scheme

Stopovers usually mean dull airport lounges. But in Reykjavik, Icelandair staff will show you their country for the day - for free. Carole Cadwalladr gets a dishy pilot who's a bit of an action man

How you can vacation like the 1 percent

The butler was serving Myrna Schneiderman and her daughters their morning coffee poolside at their Jamaican villa. Their cook had prepared breakfast. The housekeeper would be tidying their rooms while they got some sun

Rent Oscar-winner Leonardo DiCaprio's Modernist pad

Who better to call your landlord than the Oscar-winning Leonardo DiCaprio? Yes, the actor finally caught a break by winning an Academy Award and now you can get a taste of the A-List lifestyle by renting his Modernist Palm Springs pad

Flight fight: Passengers brawl over loud music

A fist fight broke out aboard a packed flight after two passengers refused to turn down their music. It happened Wednesday, on a Spirit Airlines flight from Baltimore to Los Angeles. The brawl reportedly began once the plane landed. A spokesman for the airline says two women, who appeared to be intoxicated, were asked by fellow passengers to turn down their music. They refused and then began waving the portable speaker in the air

Your own private tropical island for under $500

Tourism in Vanuatu, which makes up about 40 per cent of the country's GDP, was severely affected by last year's Cyclone Pam. This was a large part of the reason why we chose to bring our tourism dollar here, to help in some small way get the country back on its feet. But we hadn't considered that this would also mean we'd have some things all to ourselves

Google Destinations Does Everything For You Except Pack

A few years ago, Google's director of engineering Radhika Malpani was considering a summer trip to Greece. Being a Google employee, she naturally started out by searching a few terms on her phone, but she soon had so many different tabs open for flights, hotels, itineraries, and attractions that she found herself overwhelmed and wishing she could pass the whole project off to a travel agent

How do my fellow airline passengers annoy me? Let me count the ways.

Airline passengers are pushing each other's buttons more than ever, largely because there are literally more buttons to push

Limit on airline fees for baggage, ticket changes proposed

The airlines defend them, saying it's better to charge people for things not everybody uses than increase ticket prices for everyone

Vegas hotel offers comfort and style at a bargain price

You wouldn't find a hotel in Australia with rooms this large, clean and comfortable for this kind of money

Yellowstone bison sent to slaughter as park trims herd

Yellowstone National Park started shipping many of its famous wild bison to slaughter Wednesday to drive down the size of the park's herds and respond to concerns by the livestock industry over a disease carried by the animals

Serious Health Complication Blamed on Zika

French doctors say they've found yet another unexpected complication to blame on the Zika virus: meningitis and encephalitis

Justin Trudeau's Canada is having a moment

As new Prime Minister Justin Trudeau begins Canada's first White House visit in 19 years, here are some reasons why Canada is always in season

The best adults-only spring break trips

Spring Break has the unfortunate stigma of being associated with drunken college students going wild and partying at alcohol-soaked ragers until all hours of the night. But it doesn’t have to be that way

A crazy sport created by isolation

When your nearest neighbours are more than 2,000km away, it's amazing where a strong imagination, a banana-tree sledge, a steep grass slope and a razor-thin thong can lead you

Green and pleasant adventures at Loterie Farm, Saint Martin, Caribbean

Once a dilapidated piece of history, this lush estate is now a thriving activity-holiday destination with ecotourism high on the agenda

10 Tips for Travelers Headed to the Olympics in Brazil

If you've already purchased your tickets to Brazil for the Rio Summer Olympics, hopefully you've also started the visa process. It isn't easy, fast, or cheap. If you're traveling with children, it will be even more complicated

Ponant Cruise Ship Le Boreal to Resume Sailing in May

After an engine room fire last November, Ponant's cruise yacht Le Boreal will be back in service on May 24. The 264-passenger ship has been undergoing repairs at the Fincantieri shipyard in Genoa, following the blaze that broke out when it was sailing off the Falklands. The company originally hoped the ship would resume its sailing schedule from Lisbon on May 9, but a company statement noted Le Boreal would now sail from Glasgow later in the month

What it's like being the fat person on a plane

There's little sympathy out there for obese air passengers. Along with crying babies, they are the butt of many an in-flight joke and the neighbour that the majority of fliers will avoid at all costs. Numerous polls, including at least one conducted by Telegraph Travel, have revealed overwhelming support for a "fat tax", whereby larger travellers are forced to pay more

Adventures above the Arctic Circle in Finland

After a winter of unrelenting darkness, the sun is slowly starting to reappear over the horizon in the furthest reaches of Northern Europe. This means visitors to Finnish Lapland can once again enjoy the thrill of winter sports in daylight

Upcoming cruise ship: Sneak peek at the Seabourn Encore

The Seabourn Encore is still being built at an Italian shipyard, but a series of renderings show what the small luxury cruise ship will look like

14 Reasons Travelers Make The Best Employees

Traveling is a new form of education. You learn a complete different skill set while traveling than you would from a textbook. Travel builds character and educates us naturally by doing and experiencing ourselves. You can't teach appreciation of the world, you can't teach a sense of wanderlust, but travel definitely does

The Scientific Reason You Love to Travel

Itching to hit the road? There may now be a scientific explanation for that desire. Studies over the years have proven a link between an excess of dopamine in the brain and a tendency to engage in impulsive and dangerous behaviors. This surplus dopamine has also been associated with a specific variant of the DRD4 gene, which codes for a single type of dopamine receptor called the 7R allele. While this genetic variation has previously been tied to issues like gambling and addiction, it can also explain a more benign compulsion, the urge to travel

500 Years of Jewish Life in Venice

Though you can still see the recesses in the walls where the hinges of the portals once hung, the Venice ghetto has not been a prison since Napoleon seized the city and tore down the gates in 1797. Today, no barrier or signpost marks where Venice ends and its ghetto begins

United confirms 10-abreast seating on some of its 777s

United Airlines plans to retrofit 19 of its 74 Boeing 777 widebodies into a high-density domestic configuration that will include 10-abreast seating in economy, the carrier confirmed to Today in the Sky

Cooking classes at resorts in Krabi Province offer a taste of Thailand

Cooking classes at resorts in Thailand's Krabi Province add more than a pinch of luxury to the distinctive cuisine

Get experienced: Jimi Hendrix's London flat now open to the public

Handel amp Hendrix recalls the lives of two music legends who lived next door, two centuries apart

How to make the most of your stopover, from Hollywood to Singapore

Flying long-haul can be a tiresome experience, especially if your journey requires changing planes en route. But with a bit of careful planning, a stopover can become much more than a chance to stretch your legs. Here's how to turn a connecting flight into a holiday within a holiday

20 more places in France you never thought to visit - but definitely should

"These are the country’s forgotten mountains," says Anthony Peregrine. "Full of good wine, lost villages, vertiginous Cathar castles, Dan Brown weirdos congregating at Rennes-le-Château, worries about the end of the world, and mountainscapes of quite staggering beauty."

Carnival Cruise Line Adds Jim Gaffigan, Chris Tucker and Sam Hunt as Carnival LIVE Performers

Carnival has included three more big names on its 2016 roster: comedians Jim Gaffigan and Chris Tucker and country music star Sam Hunt

Where people were sent to disappear

I was drawn to Coiba because of its reputation as one of the world’s most thrilling places to dive. Unlike the Galapagos ­– or Malepo in Colombia or the Cocos Islands in Costa Rica, both renowned diving destinations on the same underwater mountain range – it is possible to take day trips to Coiba, with most visitors setting off from Santa Catalina, a small mainland fishing village about 20km away

How to keep your frequent flier miles from expiring

If you’re like me, the thought of losing your frequent flier miles to an expiration date can leave you feeling like you gotta plan a trip — and fast! Let’s face it: you spent a lot of hours cramped in a cabin, criss-crossing the country (or countries) earning those points. And don’t even get me started on the amount of money you may have charged on rewards’ earning credit cards to rack up miles. It’s work. A lot of work

Turbulence at United Airlines as Board Fights Over Poor Performance

Two investment funds with major stakes in United Continental Holdings Inc launched a fight for control on Tuesday, proposing a shake up the board

Best cruising experiences may require pre-trip planning

Whether eating a $100 lunch in the hills overlooking Portofino or learning about nature from a member of Borneo's Headhunter Tribe, some of the best cruise experiences take place off the ship and require research well before your voyage

Byron Bay's most impressive beachfront resort

Elements of Byron is north of Byron Bay township, just past Belongil Beach. It's a world away from the backpackers and traffic of Jonson Street, but if you fancy a tarot reading or meal at one of Byron's fab restaurants, it's a short drive away

Waterfalls to see before you die

Check out some of the world's most awe-inspiring waterfalls around the globe, according to Travel Leisure

America's sweetest annual festivals

Celebrate cookies, cakes, donuts, pies and more at these indulgent events

Disney: Turkey legs no longer at Animal Kingdom

If you're in the mood for a juicy turkey leg, you're out of luck at Disney's Animal Kingdom theme park. The theme park is no longer selling the jumbo item, which has garnered an urban myth and a fan following that strong enough to inspire a T-shirt sold at Walt Disney World

Allegiant adds direct flight from New Orleans to Tulsa

Allegiant will offer twice weekly flights from Tulsa International Airport to New Orleans starting in May

Tips to finding and travelling with Wi-Fi and where to get the best connection

For any traveller, cheap reliable Wi-Fi can be either a dream come true or a curse for making it that little bit harder to switch off from the world when you’re trying to get away from it all. Free Wi-Fi is increasingly common in US hotels, with Hotel Wi-Fi Test finding that 85.4 per cent of hotels offer some level of free Wi-Fi. But Australian hotels still lag behind, with $30 for daily Wi-Fi access not unknown

Top 10 best coffees around the world

From Italian espresso to Colombia's cafe con leche - a guide to the world's favourite pick-me-up

2016 spring-break destinations just one flight from BWI

You're still shaking out the road salt from your shoes and yikes, it's March -- spring break already! But worry not: You can still find great and affordable getaways. Whether you'd prefer to recharge everyone's batteries on a powder-sand beach, a sunny ski slope or in a foreign country, here are oodles of options that you can easily get to, most of them nonstop from Baltimore

Panama City Beach: Party's over for wild spring breakers

Tourism officials in Panama City Beach are shutting the door on wild spring breakers

CDC Surprised by 9 U.S. Zika-Linked Pregnancies

Health officials have confirmed 9 cases of Zika virus among pregnant women in the U.S., and say they are investigating 10 more suspected cases

Airbnb's most popular rental: a tiny cabin in the California woods

Kitty Mrache's "geodesic dome loft" has appeared on the site for seven years and is so busy her own children have to wait in line

Cruise delayed after woman suffers injury from a Champagne cork

Royal Caribbean's Independence of the Seas didn't get far from its Florida port Thursday when a passenger on board got hit by a flying Champagne cork and needed to be taken off the ship by an emergency crew

The world's smallest kingdom

When he's not fishing for squid or gardening outside his squat bungalow, the king of Tavolara lords over this tiny island's 11 part-time residents and 100 nimble mountain goats

5 of the Best Small Hotels in England

Few things beat the romantic intimacy of a small hotel, especially in some of the chocolate box perfect corners of England. While the big players pack a punch, it's the small and perfectly formed boutique hotels that really have the edge when it comes to the personal touch. So in the spirit of celebrating good things that come in small packages, here are five of the Good Hotel Guide's top small hotels in England

Princess Cruises' "The Cruise" TV Show Receives Mixed Reviews From Cruise Critic Members

ITV's new show "The Cruise" -- set onboard Princess Cruises' Regal Princess -- aired for the first time last week to mixed reviews from Cruise Critic members. The six-part show, which airs on ITV on Thursdays at 8.30 p.m. (GMT), focuses on the life of passengers and crew as they sail through Russia and Northern Europe onboard the 3,560-passenger Regal Princess

The ultimate Africa bucket list: things to do in your lifetime

The mighty African continent runs from the Sahara and Atlas mountains in the north, to the verdant Garden Route along South Africa's coastline, via the great savannahs of the Maasai Mara, endless peaks and bone-dry desert, untamed jungle and coarsing rivers. Here we pick its best travel experiences

36 Hours in Austin, Texas

Beyond the SXSW festival, there’s classic barbecue, contemporary art and even a beer garden on a working ranch

Airlines appear headed for dogfight on Havana flights

Airlines are bidding on 110 daily flights to begin soon to Cuba under new aviation deal

The sea caves and shimmery waters of Thailand's Phang Nga Bay mix wonder and serenity

Exploring the islands and islets of Thailand's Phang Nga Bay by speedboat and kayak

Plane passengers are 'like sardines': Why it's time for airline seat-size standards

Gabor Lukacs says an attempt by American Sen. Charles Schumer to require the U.S. government to establish seat-size standards is something that should be done in Canada

Alpine Apartments, Betws-y-Coed, Wales

With its cosy pubs and outdoor gear shops, Betws-y-Coed, on the edge of Snowdonia National Park, may seem more suited to a walking weekend than a chic escape, but it is possible to combine the two - thanks to a quirky conversion in the heart of this pretty stone village

10 ways to see Iceland

The land of fire and ice is awash with glaciers, towering volcanoes and geothermal pools. Add to that Reykjavik, its hip capital, and you have a destination that provides not just otherworldly sights but also plenty of culture

Celebrity Solstice Skips Bali Due to Increased Risk of Terrorist Attack

Celebrity Cruises' Solstice has decided to cancel today's call at Bali due to an increased potential for a terrorist attack

Disney plans to build 2 new cruise ships

Disney Cruise Line announced Thursday that it is building two new ships

Knai Bang Chatt review, Kep, Cambodia

Pack your floaty kaftan: the heyday of the 1960s is over, but this is the one place in Kep to relive it

The Shankly Hotel, Liverpool: review

This posh new Liverpool hotel is aimed squarely at fans of the Reds and their legendary former manager, but even a Blue concedes it's a welcome addition to the city's accommodation options

A desert's once-in-a-decade super bloom

Thanks to strong El Niño activity and heavy autumn rains, Death Valley - one of the least hospitable places on Earth - is experiencing its biggest explosion of flowers since 2005

Coast Guard searching for man who fell off ship near Florida

The Coast Guard is searching for a Texas man who fell from a Royal Caribbean cruise ship off the coast of Key Largo, Florida

7 new travel start-ups making business trips easier

Being on the road for work can be stressful, tedious and frustrating. Here's how tech is trying to help

Chamber of Commerce Sues Seattle Over Uber, Lyft Ordinance

The Chamber of Commerce sued Seattle on Thursday over an ordinance that allows drivers of ride-hailing apps Uber and Lyft to unionize

Ellen Page Explores L.G.B.T. Travel in New Documentary Series

Ellen Page, 29, best known for her Oscar-nominated role in “Juno” and recently starring in “Freeheld” with Julianne Moore, has become an advocate for L.G.B.T. rights after coming out as a lesbian in 2014. In the past year, Ms. Page developed and produced the documentary series “Gaycation” with her friend Ian Daniel

10 volunteer programs to make a difference on spring break

Instead of drinking beer and working on a tan, students can spend their break helping others

A beach oasis in an airfield in Germany? You won't believe it till you see it

Tropical Islands Resort is not so much an exotic holiday as the idea of one - smack in the middle of an old airfield in northeastern Germany

South Korea: Bustling cities, busy beaches and traditional villages

Wedged between China and Japan, South Korea may not have a Great Wall or a Golden Pavilion, but it has plenty of other attractions - from nightlife that continues until dawn to Buddhist hermitages perched in places where only eagles or intrepid hikers dare. While the country was left devastated by the Korean War and is still separated from North Korea by the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), it has rebounded and, the reputation of its northern neighbour notwithstanding, is a very safe place to visit

50 great holidays for families with teenagers

From sailing in the Med to trekking through southern Africa, William Gray selects the trips that work best for teens

Carnival Cruise Ship Singer Makes It To NBC Hit Show The Voice

On the second night of the blind auditions Tuesday, singer/guitarist Angie Keilhauer -- who has performed on the Carnival's Breeze, Ecstasy, Glory and Legend -- turned three judge's chairs with a killer, husky-voiced performance of the Dierks Bentley hit I Hold On. She will start the season on judge Blake Shelton's team

Escape to Sailing Enchantment

This cruise I've decided I will finally learn how to lose a few pounds, eat sensibly and still imbibe in total luxury and adventure. Because of consistent impeccable service with all the amenities, HOLLAND AMERICA has one of the highest repeat/return visitor percentages in the overall hospitality industry

Edinburgh city guide: what to see plus the best hotels, bars and restaurants

Dodge the tartan and tour groups with Vonny Moyes's guide to Edinburgh's contemporary culture, bars brimming with personality, and great-value places to eat and stay

Aviation expert: Allegiant 'accident waiting to happen'

Aviation experts are speaking out over repeated Allegiant Air safety concerns, Pinellas County's largest air carrier. Dozens of Allegiant Air flights have been involved in emergency landings or diversions in recent months, bringing accusations the airline is struggling to manage maintenance of its aircraft

Inside the world's oldest hotel that's family owned for 1,300 years

Hot-spring hotel Nishiyama Onsen Keiunkan opened its doors in 705 AD in Japan's Yamanashi prefecture. It's hosted important guests ranging from emperors to samurai

Bats, volcanos, crocs: 12 hair-raising national parks and monuments

When I was a child, I met the tallest trees on earth; I chased fireflies through the Great Smoky Mountains; I witnessed Old Faithful in all its glory (even though I had to hold my nose); I was entranced by Devils Tower and Mount Rushmore; I was awed by Yosemite

7 new travel start-ups making business trips easier

Being on the road for work can be stressful, tedious and frustrating. Here's how tech is trying to help:

Boeing wants to make the bathroom the cleanest place on the plane

Airplane manufacturer Boeing has created a prototype bathroom with an ultraviolet light that is supposed to kill 99-percent of germs on all surfaces. It works in just three seconds, and according to the company's website: "makes the microbes explode." No word yet on when the UV sanitation system will actually be on planes, but Boeing wants to patent the concept

Paris Is Always a Good Idea

Paris is an ideal city for every college tourist and here's why: Let's talk food. The food in France is beyond amazing. While aliments like bread and cheese might sound quite ordinary, they are extraordinary in France. You will see people carrying baguettes in the morning fresh from the patisserie.

Site of Shakespeare's grand Stratford home to open to the public

Playwright's New Place mansion, which was demolished in 1759, is re-imagined following major excavation project

In Saudi Arabia, a Kingdom to Myself

Untrammeled beaches, ancient sites and unfiltered local culture are all on offer in Saudi Arabia. Just don’t expect an easy trip

Airlines appear headed for dogfight on Havana flights

U.S. carriers appear set for a dogfight over newly opened flight rights to Havana, but their interest in other Cuban destinations appears to be lukewarm. Airlines had until the close of business on Wednesday to apply to the U.S. Department of Transportation for the U.S.-Cuba flight rights. That comes after a February agreement paved the way for the first regularly scheduled, non-charter passenger airline flights between the nations in five decades

Whale-watching with pros at Point Vicente on the Palos Verdes Peninsula -- for free

Watch gray whales in Southern California for free as they make their way between Mexico and Alaska. Point Vicente on the Palos Verdes Peninsula is where it's all happening

London's best afternoon teas

Three tiers of sandwiches, scones and a few cakes? A lovely treat, but the capital proves that afternoon tea can be so much more, with not just added fizz but gluten-free options, couture-inspired delicacies, innovative breads and even sky-high views. So pull up a chair and tuck in to these mouth-watering options

Europe's best hotels for wedding venues

An insider's guide to the best hotels in Europe for wedding venues, including the top places in the South of France, Tuscany, Amalfi Coast, Santorini and Taormina

MSC Cruises Partners With TechnoGym for New Onboard Fitness Program

In a partnership with fitness manufacturer TechnoGym, MSC Cruises will offer a Wellness Experience aboard all ships in its fleet, beginning in 2017

The world's most secretive places

From an isolated Pacific island without running water to a James Bond-like spy base in England, these five places are practically off-limits to even the most curious travellers

Top 5 cruise lines to see the world

Pick your cruise, pack your bags and get ready for an unforgettable vacation on the high seas

MH370: Likely piece of doomed plane found

A piece of wreckage from a Boeing 777 -- likely MH370 -- was found over the weekend on the coast of Mozambique, a U.S. official told CNN on Wednesday

American Airlines Attendant Lit Blaze on Jet: FBI

A flight attendant started a fire in an American Airlines plane lavatory and then pretended to discover and extinguish it, the FBI said Wednesday

Find a hotel rate that seems too good to be true? Look for the "resort fee."

If you've ever found a bargain on a hotel only to discover a few clicks later that the property charged a nonnegotiable "resort fee," you're not alone. Last year, 744 properties in the United States added these fees to their guests' final bills, an astonishing 25 percent increase from 2014

Deaths of British tourists prompt closure of Vietnam waterfall

World Watch: Datanla Falls in Vietnam were temporarily closed after three British tourists fell to their deaths

Destinations Where Your Dollar Will Go Really, Really Far in 2016

It’s no secret that a strong dollar translates to excellent value abroad. But there’s an art to knowing where to go to get the most bang for your buck (literally). With that in mind, we’ve ranked the world’s most affordable destinations for 2016 based off year-over-year exchange rates. The great news: this is a banner year for American travelers, with banks reporting that the dollar is the strongest it’s been since 2003

The Challenge of Taming Air Turbulence

He had taken a few hard hits as a quarterback for the Ottawa Rough Riders of the Canadian Football League. But when his American Airlines flight on Jan. 25 from Miami to Milan, a Boeing 767 carrying 192 passengers, blew sideways, Jordan Case thought that was it

10 stylish hotel rooms for under $100 a night

Traveling is not cheap. But if you schedule your vacation just right, and research plenty of hotels in your determined destination, you can find a stylish stay stateside for just around $100 per night

Five Las Vegas hotels are raising resort fees, starting now

Las Vegas visitors may have to cough up a few bucks for their hotel rooms with word that resort fees are rising at five Caesars Entertainment properties on the Strip

What You Don’t Know About TripAdvisor

It’s no secret that most travelers will eventually end up on TripAdvisor when planning their vacation. It has become the Google of the travel world, where people go for honest, unbiased reviews of hotels, restaurants, sights and activities by fellow travelers. Except the information on TripAdvisor is anything but honest and unbiased, and it’s only getting worse

Finding a bracing dose of authentic culture at a Moroccan bath house

‘Men from 6:00 to 11:00, 21:00 to 24:00; women only 11:00 to 17:00, no men allowed.” The hours were hand-painted above the nondescript door in a narrow alleyway in the heart of the Fez medina. Could this plain building really be the hammam that Rana had insisted we visit?

From craft beer to wild boar, New Zealand is a Land of Plenty

Zingy "sauv blanc", rich flat-white coffee - even New Zealand's citrusy hops now flavour British craft beers. Kiwis have been making much more impact on our tastes than simply supplying lamb and butter. It's a country that has quietly developed a vibrant gourmet culture based on celebration of an enviable array of produce

10 best garden holidays

There’s no better time to visit gardens than in spring when new carpets of bluebells are unfurling and daffodils and magnolias are breaking out in celebration of the budding year ahead. Below, I’ve selected the best holidays that visit destinations which are home to some of the world’s most wonderful gardens

Thomson Cruises Links Up with Celebrity Chef on New Ship, Announces More Features

Thomson Cruises has revealed details of its new ship Thomson Discovery including new dining and entertainment options, a celebrity chef link-up and a whole raft of family-friendly facilities. Former executive head chef at Harrods and TV personality Ian Pengelley will oversee the menu at Kora La, Discovery's Pan-Asian restaurant and sushi bar

11 Things You Should Never Do in Australia

In a country where almost anything goes, there are still some things you shouldn't do. Take it from me—I made each of these mistakes at least once when I moved to Sydney. Here's what not to do if you'd like to avoid overspending, missing out on the best activities, and getting severely sunburned

Emirates plane completes world's longest non-stop scheduled commercial flight

An Emirates Airbus A380 touched down in New Zealand on Wednesday, completing what is believed to be the world’s longest non-stop scheduled commercial flight

The city of 187 different countries

Home to more international organisations than any other place in the world, Geneva has a decidedly global feel, with more than 40% of residents coming from outside Switzerland

NASA says it will build quiet supersonic passenger jet

The age of supersonic jet travel may be a tiny bit closer to making a comeback. NASA announced Monday it has awarded a $20 million contract to Lockheed Martin to develop a preliminary design for a quiet demonstration passenger aircraft designed to fly faster than the speed of sound

TCM Classic Cruise upgrades to Disney Fantasy

Turner Classic Movies is sticking with Disney, but getting a bigger ship for its sixth annual cruise. The 2016 TCM Classic Cruise will sail from Port Canaveral aboard Disney Fantasy for seven nights Nov. 12-19, which is longer than any of its previous cruises

Do You Really Need Car Rental Insurance? 8 Things to Know

With every car rental transaction comes the slightly uncomfortable moment when the agent behind the counter tries to foist the company’s insurance on you. When this happened to me at Hertz at the Hilo International Airport in Hawaii a few weeks ago, I did what I always do: I firmly and politely said no, thank you

Amtrak's Coast Starlight: America's most beautiful train ride?

Rebranded by Amtrak, the Coast Starlight leaves Union Station in Los Angeles at 10:10 each morning. Two hours later near Santa Barbara and lasting for 100 miles the train scoots along bluffs above the Pacific Ocean. Travelers are treated to stunning views — the sea on one side, the Santa Ynez Mountains on the other

7 small-ship Alaska cruises in time for national parks' centennial

In honor of the National Park Service's centennial this year, Un-Cruise Adventures offers intimate cruises to Glacier Bay and other national parks in Alaska this August

The absolutely, positively insane sport of ice

People have been battling the frozen St. Lawrence River by boat for centuries. In the 1600s, it was a matter of survival. Now, ice canoeing is a serious port in Quebec - and finally amateurs can give it a bone-chilling go

From mosques to gastrobars in Toledo

Not many mosques open onto a Christian chapel. But then not many cities are like Toledo. Three past empires have left their marks in this central Spanish hilltown - and nowhere more so than at the Cristo de la Luz Mosque. The Moors erected this mezquita atop existing Visigoth columns; when the Christians took over, they retained the horseshoe arches while adding an apse. Such real-estate efficiency wouldn't disgrace Grand Designs

Iceland: An exhilarating encounter with the other-worldly

Iceland has the same number of inhabitants as Coventry, so it’s hardly surprising that people here know the president personally, were on basketball teams with the strongman who plays The Mountain in Game of Thrones, and have played knock-down ginger with the pixie-like singer. Unlike Coventry, though, the country is gigantic

QampA: Comedian Kathy Griffin Talks Cruise Ship Humor From Carnival LIVE!

At her first performance as a Carnival LIVE headliner on Carnival Breeze, Kathy Griffin made it clear that the show was adults only. Then the flame-haired comedian -- the first comic to headline LIVE, which is generally a concert series -- went on to describe Donald Trump, the Kardashians, Kanye West and other celebs in unprintable terms

Five Packing Tips For Your Tween

Remember when we used to be able to pack for our kids without any back talk! Well, those days are long gone for me with my 12 ½ year old. But here are some tricks I use to guide the packing process! And I have a son, this may not transfer perfectly for a daughter

How to book a cheap cruise holiday

Put in the research for your ideal cruise and great deals can be found, but make sure you pay attention to what's included... and what's not

The world's most secretive places

From an isolated Pacific island without running water to a James Bond-like spy base in England, these five places are practically off-limits to even the most curious travellers

Study Shows Zika Caused Paralyzing Condition in Past

Scientists got more evidence Monday that Zika can cause temporary paralysis with a new study of patients infected in a 2014 outbreak

Atlanta unveils renderings for new Hartsfield-Jackson airport hotel, newspaper reports

The hotel is part of a broader push to add offices and other amenities at the country's busiest airport, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports

The Five Alls and The Plough, the Cotswolds: hotel review

Sister pubs with rooms in two idyllic Cotswolds villages offer a warm welcome (even to non-Tories) and excellent food

World's most amazing waterfalls

Waterfalls are one of nature's most beautiful creations, and come in all shapes in sizes. Here are some of the most incredible waterfalls on Earth

Allergic to Dogs on a Flight? What Travelers Need to Know

An airline recently asked a family whose son developed an allergic reaction to a dog on board to leave the plane. Here is what fliers can do in a similar situation

Las Vegas serves America's best regional foods

Vegas offers one-stop shopping for everything from authentic Chicago beef dogs and deep-dish pizza to New York City's most famous Jewish deli sandwiches

When you explore Jewel Cave and Wind Cave in South Dakota, revelations may be around the next corner

The National Park Service oversees more than 4,700 caves, including Mammoth Cave, Jewel Cave, Wind Cave and Lechuguilla Cave

Cruising in Burma to temples, caves, and a giant Buddha

Our downstream journey from Homalin, close to the Indian border and 600 miles from the Chindwin’s confluence with the better-known Irrawaddy, has been hastened by the current. So the captain decides to make one of several unscheduled stops during our week-long journey to Monywa

The world's most powerful passports

German citizens possess the world's most powerful passport, according to a new study, with Britain and the US falling just short of the top spot

APT and Travelmarvel Debut Myanmar Ships and Cruises in Tasmania

APT and Travelmarvel, two APT Group companies, have launched new Myanmar cruise ships, Bordeaux and Tasmania cruises

10 of the best holiday houses and BampBs in Sicily and its islands

Inspired by A Bigger Splash, set on the Sicilian island of Pantelleria and starring Tilda Swinton and Ralph Fiennes, Sawday's Nicole Franchini selects 10 gorgeous Sicilian retreats

Is this Japan's best ramen?

While Tokyo has Japan's only Michelin-starred ramen restaurant, the noodle consistently voted as the nation's most delicious comes from a tiny, family-run shop in Wakayama City

The Top 10 Places in the U.S. to Visit in 2016

Lonely Planet's travel experts have scoured the U.S. to create the ultimate travel wish list for 2016. Some of our choices are perennial favorites, while others are just stepping into the spotlight, but all have one thing in common: now is the time to go

Passenger weighing 175 pounds removed from flight for being too heavy

A man weighing 175 pounds says he was forcibly removed from a flight because he weighed too much. Illinois dentist Dan Nykaza was preparing for takeoff on an American Airlines Envoy regional flight departing from O'Hare to Salt Lake City when he and another passenger were booted from the aircraft to reduce the weight, reports ABC7 Chicago

Storm-battered Anthem of the Seas turns around again

Royal Caribbean's cruise ship Anthem of the Seas cuts another voyage short due to a severe storm forecast

Where to base yourself in the Cinque Terre

Looking to do the Cinque Terre? Here's where you fly into and base yourself

SeaWorld admits workers spied on animal-rights activists

The admission came months after a prominent animal welfare organization accused the entertainment company of sending a worker to infiltrate its group

Burley Manor, New Forest, Hampshire

After managing to avoid hitting any wandering equines we arrived at Burley Manor. Built in 1852 by a Verderer – a custodian of the New Forest – this grand home became a hotel in the 1930s, and apart from briefly being requisitioned by the military during the Second World War, it has welcomed guests ever since

36 Hours in Palm Springs, California

When Hollywood stars were contractually restricted to a residential radius that allowed for spontaneous meetings, Palm Springs, just over 100 miles east, offered both escape and access, drawing A-list residents like Cary Grant and Frank Sinatra. Moneyed clientele met celebrated architects in an era when modernism was the rage, perfect for indoor-outdoor desert living, at least in winter when temperatures hovered in the balmy 70s

10Best: Hotels with ties to Oscar nominees

For many movie fans, watching a film can trigger a vacation. “A lot of travelers are seeking inspiration,” says Joe Moscone of Booking.com, a booking site with 21 million rooms. “I see a lot of fan tripping, which may be travelers trying to check out film locations or locations inspired by films.” He shares with Larry Bleiberg for USA TODAY some grand hotels and funky inns with ties to this year’s award-nominated movies

Truckee is a charming ski-town getaway where you can go both downhill and uptown

Truckee, Calif., offers all the ski-town charm without the glitz and bustle of nearby Lake Tahoe

Venture to Petra for near-private moments of magnificence

Unrest in the Middle East means far fewer travellers are visiting Petra, the ancient Jordanian city carved into sandstone cliffs. But those who do venture forth are rewarded

48 Hours in Cape Town: Where to go and what to see

Economic turmoil in South Africa has made something of a basket case of the rand - you currently get twice the ZAR for your pound than you did 10 years ago. In addition, new air connections spell lower fares. Autumn is on the way, so the occasionally punishing temperatures of the Western Cape are on the wane. It's still, however, beach weather, even if the sea is perennially freezing and far friendlier to seals and surfers than swimmers

Telecast reveals more details about Disney's upcoming "Star Wars Land"

The telecast also revealed a virtual reality ride that allows guests to control the Millennium Falcon

Oscars 2016: 10 holidays inspired by this year's best films

With a swirl of expensive dresses and a rictus grin of fake happiness when someone else wins that gold statuette, this Sunday evening will witness the 88th Academy Awards. But while this grandest of ceremonies will take place amid a choir of celebrities at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, some of its beneficiaries will be places far removed from Los Angeles – the locations which play prime roles as settings for the most feted films

Carnival Cruise Line Delays China Deployment

Carnival Cruise Line has decided to push back its entry into the Chinese cruise market by a year. Originally, Carnival Mircale was scheduled to relocate to China in spring 2017, followed by fleetmate Carnival Splendor in spring 2018

Why You Don't Have to Be Young, Single, or Carefree to Travel Solo

While I'm proud to be a part of the millennial movement that skyrocketed solo travel out of this world last year despite societal expectations, I must admit that I don't exactly do it because I'm "young without that many responsibilities yet" or because I'm single because...let's not go there

JetBlue gets political with 'Reach Across the Aisle' ad

As the upcoming presidential election prepares to polarize the country, JetBlue has taken to the skies to prove people can use teamwork and compromise to reach a common goal acceptable to everyone. On a JetBlue flight from Boston to Phoenix, the airline filmed a commercial dubbed “Reach Across the Aisle” featuring a spokesman offering each of the 150 passengers a free roundtrip ticket to any destination in the world

Your next holiday is virtually here

New virtual reality technology is letting would-be cruise ship passengers try before they buy. Holiday-makers can now tour two of Australia’s most popular cruise ships, Voyager of the Seas and Carnival Spirit, without leaving dry land using cutting-edge virtual reality headsets that provide a 360-degree, immersive guided tour experience

Revealed: How your plane meal is made

Where does your airline meal actually come from? Ute Junker finds out

See what you get in a $1,900 hotel room

The Pelican Grand Beach Resort in Fort Lauderdale has opened a penthouse Sky Suite with rates starting at $1,900 per night

Terror attacks elsewhere expected to drive traffic to Spain

World Watch: Spain and Portugal are gearing up for more visitors following terror attacks elsewhere

Mr. Purple, a Trendy Hotel Bar on the Lower East Side

It’s the kind of place where fashionable features like “reclaimed wood” and “small-bath spirits” feel warmed over

Secrets in paradise: The best Caribbean beaches you've never heard of

No matter which island you choose, we can help you find your own secret hiding place in the sand

The family that cruises together has fun together, 'Love Boat's' Jill Whelan says

For Jill Whelan, a family cruise vacation 'is the way to go.' Be sure to factor in costs, destinations, itineraries and kids' ages

Carnival Cruise Line's Cheers Program to Include Pricier Drinks, More Nonalcoholic Options

Carnival Cruise Line has changed its Cheers! all-inclusive beverage package to include more expensive mixed drinks and liquors and has added more nonalcoholic selections

Walking the Cinque Terre in winter

Everyone wants to go to the Cinque Terre it seems. And there, among the lemon trees and under a tentative February sun which painted with gold the pastel houses that dot the Ligurian hillside, it was not hard to see why. Around every bend, one of Italy’s five iconic candy-coloured villages rests upon a clifftop or in a small cove

Easter Rising at 100: tour historic Dublin with Colin Farrell

A Google Maps tour of Dublin, narrated by Colin Farrell, takes the virtual tourist to key landmarks linked to the 1916 Easter Rising. Plus we pick some of the best guided tours and pubs if you're visiting for real

10 Things I Learned Traveling as a Couple

For our second date, without much warning and with little fanfare, Tyler showed up on my doorstep while I was on a trip to Buenos Aires for my job with the State Department. I felt like something big was about to happen as this was a departure from my normal dating experiences in Washington, DC. Before long, these international rendezvous became routine

A famous island nobody knows

These islands touched my life without my knowing: the perfumes that waft by at parties, the vanilla that flavours my ice cream and the cloves that spice up my Christmas cookies

Top hotel concierge secrets revealed

Concierges are often overlooked as a resource for insider information on any given destination

Mumbai imposes no-selfie zones after Indian deaths

Police deployed to prevent further casualties after India tops list for selfie-induced fatalities

Flights canceled as snow pounds Chicago

A large winter storm dumped snow on top of snow overnight Wednesday, as blizzard conditions cracked power lines and led to canceled flights across the Midwest

Away from NYC, treasures await in Finger Lakes region

The Finger Lakes region of New York is rich with natural wonders (Niagara Falls, lakes, farm country) and culinary ones (wine, cheese). If you think you’ve seen New York because you’ve been to New York City, think again

Airfares just got more expensive, and it's the third price jump this year

Despite slumping fuel costs that are boosting profits for airlines, the nation's largest carriers matched a fare hike of $10 per round trip, the third increase of 2016

The capital of cool hotels

Australia's design hotels are embracing all that is eclectic, chic and unique, with the nation's capital leading the charge

An island paradise you haven't seen

A trip to this long-lost Eden known for its tropical forests, azure seas, creative cuisine and quirky city will show you a whole new side of Cuba

26 Safety Tips While Traveling, From A to Z

Exploring the world's weirdest destinations and life as a long-term expat since 2008

In Cairo, Alone Time With the Pharaohs

With a slump in tourism, you can enjoy the privilege of solitude at some of the world’s greatest historic sites in the chaotic metropolis of Cairo

Discover America's oldest distilleries

A few of America's first commercial distilleries managed to survive wars and Prohibition

Fashion takes center stage on this Queen Mary 2 crossing

Cunard launches a fashion-themed transatlantic cruise aboard the Queen Mary 2, just in time for New York Fashion Week

How we stumbled upon Pittsburgh's dives and culinary hot spots

In a short period of time we were embraced by the city's hospitality and charm

Grätzlhotel, Vienna - hotel review: Not just smoke and mirrors

Vienna's distinct neighbourhoods are its beating heart - each alluring in its own way. Grätzlhotel is about enjoying those districts as a local (or at least as close to a local as you can get on a weekend break). The group converts former retail and commercial premises into sleek flats packed with piles of hipster magazines, iMacs, and posh picnic baskets in lieu of minibars

54 locations that defined Britpop

Exactly 20 years on from the Battle of Britpop, we uncover the locations of album cover images, music videos and first gigs

Icebreaker Aurora Australis runs aground in Antarctica during heavy blizzard

Aurora Australis, the icebreaker that was involved in the rescue of passengers from the MV Akademik Shokalskiy expedition ship in December 2013, has itself run aground in Antarctica with 67 crew onboard. No cruise passengers are traveling on the ship

16 Things I Learned From Friends Who Moved to Foreign Countries

I was the kind of person who couldn't understand how someone could just leave home and move to a foreign country. Many of my friends decided to pursue positions in Europe and Asia right out of university. Within a few months of graduating, I took an engineering job locally and my friends had gone abroad

Sky pioneers: A light aircraft revolution is taking off

The new breed of design-led light aircraft includes the piston-engined Cobalt Valkyrie-X, amphibious seaplanes and aviation legend Burt Rutan's latest creation

Uber Launches Motorbike Service in Thailand

Uber has launched a new service to capture the burgeoning two-wheel market in developing countries. "UberMOTO" was introduced on Wednesday

Hotels feud with online travel sites

A battle is heating up between online travel sites and U.S. hotels over the best way to book your hotel room

Scenic takes the luxury route to the Antarctic

Scenic has commissioned a Croatian shipyard to build the 228-passenger Scenic Eclipse

Cooking class in Bangkok makes for savory souvenir

Classes at Baipai Thai Cooking School give tourists a taste of Thai cuisine and a sense of serenity in bustling Bangkok

Star Wars stage show, revamped fireworks coming to Disney's Hollywood Studios

A new Star Wars-themed stage show, procession and nighttime spectacular are coming to Disney's Hollywood Studios starting April 4, Disney Parks announced Friday

Ditch the day job and hit the road: One young family's adventure

"We're going to quit our jobs, live in an RV, home school the kid and bring the dogs," Kicker Kalozdi, said. "But it is thought out. It's planned."

Singapore revamped

Forget the pristine, gleaming malls; the efficiency and the artifice — there’s an image change afoot in the Lion City. Thanks to a state-led effort — with the government pumping millions of dollars annually into the city’s arts scene — this tiny island nation is being transformed from shopping haven into one of Asia’s largest cultural centres

Australia's ancient railway line runs again

This classic Australian railway, built to service a mine, is now taking tourists through the wilderness

Lost hikers tell story of their rescue by volunteer searchers:

They set out hiking 6 miles along the Pratt River Trail and wound up lost and cold, discussing overnight who would make the better parent if only one could survive. Now, Elizabeth and Jennifer Moran want to repay a favor to King County Search and Rescue

Amid Mexico's megaresorts, a hipster mecca in Tulum

We chose Tulum, which is in the state of Quintana Roo on Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, because it offers a relaxing beach vacation, with the requisite sugary-white sand and blue Caribbean, along with just enough non-beach activity to stave off lethargy. I was drawn to the idea of exploring ruins, snorkeling in caves, and navigating a sophisticated food and cocktail scene in an area mostly devoid of megaresorts

Passengers Flee After Smoke Fills Boeing 737's Cabin

More than 150 passengers were forced to evacuate a passenger jet in Japan after an engine problem caused smoke to enter the cabin

Stupid cruise questions revealed

Lots of experienced cruisers have heard the same "silly cruise questions" so many times that we have them memorized. Questions like "Does the crew sleep onboard?" and "What is our elevation?"

6 strategies for getting seats together with your kids on airplanes

Airlines are flying near capacity, which is why parents are finding it harder to get seats with the kids. But it's not impossible

Cheese, beer and a wonderful view

While the Bay of Kotor is one of Montenegro's most famous sites, there are still secrets to be found - including abandoned villages, hidden cheese shops and even its own "great wall"

The slow return to Paris: how tourism is taking time to recover

Three months after the November terror attacks and the French capital's bars, hotels and restaurants are beginning to see an upturn. But, convincing visitors to return hasn't been easy

Caro Somerset BampB, Bruton, Somerset: hotel review

There's just one bedroom above this stylish design-led cafe/shop in a one-street town near the Hauser amp Wirth contemporary art gallery, but what a bedroom

Oceania Cruises' Riviera Sailing Cut Short Because of Gastro Illness; Next Boarding Delayed

Oceania Riviera returned to Miami two days early from its most recent cruise Saturday, due to an outbreak of norovirus, so the ship could undergo sanitation

10 incredible Amalfi Coast hotels

An insider's guide to the best hotels on the Amalfi Coast, featuring the top places to stay for clifftop views, romantic dining, Michelin-starred restaurants, private terraces and delightful breakfasts, in locations including Positano, Sorrento and Ravello

Deborah Berke Makes a Night at a Museum a Reality

A conversation with the architect Deborah Berke, the first female dean of the Yale School of Architecture, about bringing art into hotels

42 hotels gain Forbes Five-Star status

Forbes Travel Guide today added 42 hotels to its prestigious list of Five-Star properties. The 2016 Five-Star hotel winners total 154, the most in Forbes Travel Guide’s history. Forbes has been designating Five-Star properties for 58 years

Drive around Roatán Island, discover West End village and more

It's just another perfect day in the Caribbean with lionfish fingers and Monkey La La on Roatan Island

Italy's ancient cave dwellings are a source of awe and wonder

Once derided and a source of shame, the ancient sassi – or cave dwellings – of Matera are now a source of pride and wonder. Spend a night in an underground boutique hotel and you’ll never use ‘troglodyte’ as an insult again

Shikoku, one of Japan's smallest and most serene islands

I drank a lot on Shikoku – I blame the locals, who are infamous drinkers, renowned throughout Japan for their thirst and capacity. In fact, a survey of friends in Tokyo confirmed “drinking” as their primary characteristic. At 140 miles long, Shikoku is the smallest of Japan’s four main islands, about five hours by train from Tokyo, or an hour by plane, and since the 1980s has been connected to the main island of Honshu by suspension bridges

Drink inside a giant bubble at New York's highest rooftop hotel bar

Taking in the New York skyline can be a chilly affair during the city's harsh winters, with sub zero temperatures and biting winds making the prospect of sipping a Manhatten in a rooftop bar less than appealing

Cruise Ships Skip Ports due to Cyclone Winston; All Fiji Visits Cancelled

Tropical Cyclone Winston, reported to be the most powerful storm ever recorded in the Southern Hemisphere, has caused the diversion of several cruises. It is not yet known when cruise ships will return to Fiji as the post-cyclone clean-up continues

Why "squinting" can lead to better sight

Florence is a boot camp in the power of seeing properly, by narrowing our field of view in order to expand it

Airbus has designed bench seats that will accommodate air passengers of all shapes and sizes

Passengers who struggle to fit into conventional seats may soon be able to sit comfortably after aircraft maker Airbub submitted a patent for a new bench-style seat. The French company has submitted a patent for a “Re-configurable Passenger Bench Seat” with adjustable chairs and seatbelts which will allow airlines to accommodate people of all different shapes and sizes

Virgin Galactic unveils new spaceship

Virgin Galactic's race to become the first major private space tourism company just got closer to reality

Flight test: Etihad Airlines economy

It's a long wait between meals but not drinks on this obviously well-funded carrier

America's 50 most visited national parks in 2015

The National Park Service covers everything from parkways to monuments, but it's most well-known charge would be those areas designated national parks by Congress

Norwegian Cruise Line shuffles stage shows on Escape, Getaway

Norwegian Cruise Line is shuffling its productions aboard its two big Miami ships Norwegian Escape and Norwegian Getaway. Currently showing in the dinner theater, "For the Record: The Brat Pack, Live at the Supper Club" is moving to the big stage. To make room, though Norwegian is sending "Million Dollar Quartet" to Norwegian Getaway

Zika and spring break travel: What you need to know

That's what a lot of families are asking themselves as the Zika virus continues to spread through the Caribbean , including Mexico , Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands , the Dominican Republic and Jamaica , among others -- all popular spring break destinations for families, as well as their college students

Web Buzz: Travelers with car trouble can use the Honk app to contact roadside assistance

The app helps travelers who have car trouble use their mobile phone or tablet to connect with more than 35,000 roadside assistance providers. Available around-the-clock, daily

36 Hours in Pasadena, California

Beyond its well-known cultural institutions, this sunny city offers distinctive architecture, a venerable playhouse and beloved shops

Revamped: these hotels just received major facelifts in time for spring

Just in time for those craving a spring getaway, these hotels have undergone enormous facelifts to offer a new and improved experience. Whether you want some domestic beach action or you’d rather cross the pond over to the United Kingdom, you’ll find something to love in this diverse mix of properties

Discover San Luis Obispo's relaxed, bohemian sensibility on a weekend getaway

On a weekend escape to San Luis Obispo, hitting up Big Sky Cafe, Captain Nemo Games amp Comics and Cheap Thrills Records

Princess to Welcome Sled Dog Puppies on its Alaska Cruises, Debut New Activities

As part of the line's North to Alaska program, an enrichment program which debuted last year, canine lovers can interact and take pictures with baby sled dogs in the ship's atrium area

Celebrity Designer Jacques Garcia Wows Asia with Singapore's Hotel Vagabond

Jacques Garcia, the interior architect and designer of fabulous five-star hotels like the Hotel Costes in Paris, La Mamounia in Marrakech, and the Hotel Danieli in Venice, recently created his first Asian property, the Hotel Vagabond, in Singapore

Japan celebrates spring with the unfurling of blossom

Cherry blossom is as synonymous with Japan as geishas and bullet trains. Sakura is the country's national flower, its arrival greeted each year with Springwatch-style fervour; it's the lavender fields of Provence, the tulips of Amsterdam and the American Fall rolled into one. One of the natural world's prettiest tourist attractions, it might not be in the same league as the Serengeti's wildebeest migration, but people flock from all over the world to see Japan's cherry blossom

48 Hours in Amsterdam: Where to go and what to see

The Dutch capital may be small, with just a tenth of the population of London, but it packs a powerful cultural punch. Amsterdam is emerging from deep midwinter with a fresh, creative boost in the shape of new hotels and attractions and two ambitious new exhibitions at the Rijksmuseum

Norwegian Air to fly to Paris from three U.S. cities

Norwegian Air is again expanding its U.S. presence, announcing three new trans-Atlantic routes to Paris. The routes – from New York JFK, Los Angeles and Fort Lauderdale – will launch July 29 and will be on the airline’s new Boeing 787 “Dreamliners.”

Food tour of Porto: 'There's more to Portugal than Nando's'

In Casa Leandro – a tasca (tavern) tucked away in the cobble-stoned Rua de Tras, in the heart of Porto – a patron about to pay for his bolinhos de bacalhau (codfish pastries) and Super Bock beer mutters that he has left his wallet at home. The owner-matron Fatima frowns and waves him away, her arms jiggling like the jellied custard in a pastel de nata (egg tart)

Phuket's Keemala Resort offers more creature than comfort

This is sacred ground, we’re told. Thirty-eight pool villas are cut into a steep hillside in Thailand’s largest island, Phuket. They are designed to celebrate the four clans who once trod this land: the earth clan, the wanderers, the sky peoples and the nest clan. Keemala Resort, which opened in December, has harnessed their histories and traditions and built a hotel to celebrate them

Aruba, Bonaire islands added to Zika travel alert

U.S. health officials have added two more Caribbean islands to a Zika travel alert for pregnant women. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention put Aruba and Bonaire on the list Thursday. There are about 30 destinations with Zika outbreaks, mostly in the Caribbean and Latin America

Vanessa Hudgens under investigation for allegedly defacing Sedona Red Rocks

"Grease: Live!" star Vanessa Hudgens and model/actor boyfriend Austin Butler are in a bit of hot water after a romantic Valentine's Day weekend in Sedona, Arizona

Southwest to add Sacramento-BWI flights this summer

Southwest Airlines will offer direct flights between Sacramento and Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport beginning this summer, the company announced Thursday

Viking makes first cruise to Caribbean

Viking Ocean Cruises will venture into the Caribbean for the first time when Viking Star heads south in October this year on a cruise from New York to San Juan in Puerto Rico. Visits will be made along the American coastline and the Turks and Caicos, Antigua and St Thomas

11 Things You Need to Do to Summit Mount Kilimanjaro

All of the stories you’ve heard are true. Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro isn’t technical, but it also isn’t for the faint of heart. It’s a mountain anyone can climb, and it is a mountain anyone can fail to summit. There is no real way to train for climbing Mount Kilimanjaro except to be in pretty good shape. If you’re in pretty good shape, then you have about a 50/50 chance of being OK on the mountain. See, Kilimanjaro rises very, very high, so the altitude can get you. There’s no way to train for that

Vegas on the Cheap? Get Off the Strip

What does the Frugal Traveler find when he hits Las Vegas but avoids the Strip? Some good deals

Airbus, Boeing announce $3B in airplane deals at Singapore Airshow

Modest orders at the Singapore Airshow may indicated a lull in demand after big 2014 show

Italy at Easter: City break, beach escape and active holiday

Each week, we approach three companies to ask for their best offer on a specific break. This week, a trip to Italy at Easter

Taking a winter hike on a groomed trail in the serenity of the Swiss Alps

Far from the hustle and bustle of Switzerland's ski slopes, groomed hiking trails lead to spectacular vistas and picnic lunches cooked over open fires

Brownsea Island - and Britain's other great wildlife adventures

Marooned in the midst of Europe’s largest natural harbour, Brownsea is a natural treasure. From end to end it measures no more than a mile and a half, but its 500 acres of resinous pinewoods, reed beds, lakes and heath are a priceless relic, a reminder of what southern England must have looked like a thousand years ago

Royal Caribbean's Harmony of the Seas to Debut 3D Technology; New Spaces for Most Popular Bars

Royal Caribbean has revealed a number of new features onboard its biggest ship Harmony of the Seas, including video projection mapping in the Aqua Theater, dedicated spaces for the Escape Room and Bionic Bar and further details on Wonderland restaurant and Jamie's Italian

6 Must Have Accessories for Any Business/Plane Trip

Everyone everywhere is always trying to tell you how to survive plane trips -- the problem is, many times those people are not giving you advice you can actually use, telling you things you already know, or pushing products they got for free (and haven't actually tried them out over and over. Everything can be great once)

The alternative city guide to Cape Town, South Africa

The second of our guides to alt South Africa looks at tourist haven Cape Town. Musicians, designers and cooks show how it is coming into its own as a multicultural, free-thinking city, with lively streets and stunning open spaces

The most lavish cruise ships on the high seas

Cruise vacations have always divided travelers. People either love or hate the idea of being on a boat with a couple of thousand other people in the middle of the ocean. Whether you are a skeptic or not, many cruise liners provide passengers with the five-star luxury one might expect from a boutique hotel. Plus you get the added benefit of seeing several locations from the comfort of your stateroom

21 hotels you didn't know were owned by celebrities

More and more celebrities have been investing their Hollywood money in the hospitality sector as of late -- restaurants, nightclubs, and transportation services, to name a few. But it's celebrity-owned hotels that have most recently been thrust into the limelight, though not always for the most delightful of reasons

Will Royal Caribbean face legal action after "nightmare cruise"?

Royal Caribbean's Anthem of the Seas was meant to be a seven-day cruise from New Jersey to the Bahamas. However, the ship soon had to return to port Wednesday after facing a wild storm, with up to 125-mile-per-hour winds. The company issued an apology to passengers, saying "we have to do better." Many are criticizing the ship's decision to embark on its journey at all, as storms had been predicted at the beginning of its trip

The eight most overrated hotel features

Picking a hotel room can be hard work. Which room has the best view? The best shower? The best amenities? Vacations are tough to come by, and we want to make sure you don't get suckered into any unnecessary hotel or room features that you might want to either save your money on — or at least take a closer look at before you book

Qantas in-flight entertainment a ‘world first’

Qantas passengers on-board its flight to San Francisco this afternoon are in for an educational treat with the airline hosting the world’s first tech talks in the sky. Four speakers from TEDxSydney will present their vision for the future of technology and design on-board Qantas flight QF73 from Sydney to San Francisco, delivering their speeches in business class which will be streamed live to the rest of the passengers via the in-flight entertainment system

Double-billed for parking by car rental company

Parking is included in the hotel rate but a customer gets charged again through his car rental company. Troubleshooter investigates

Reinvention in Walla Walla’s Wine Country

Thanks to fine restaurants and charmingly off-kilter wineries, Walla Walla has become a destination for gastronomes and oenophiles alike

10 most popular spring break destinations

In the heart of February, it can feel like the actual spring season will never arrive. But here’s the upside: Spring break is that light at the end of the tunnel that can get you through dreary weather and stretches of work weeks with no vacation days in sight. So it’s not surprising that many take advantage of this week-long holiday, even if they’re no longer on an education-regulated schedule

5 spots to soak up the scenery from hot springs in Idaho and Montana

The spas and naturally heated outdoor springs of Idaho and Montana are the hot ticket for a winter destination

Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic: Havana's older sister

Wandering across the Parque Colon, I momentarily lose track of the fact that I am in the Caribbean. It is not that the palm trees which frame the square at Santo Domingo's heart have uprooted themselves. It is more that I am suddenly aware that those classic symbols of the region - the beach, the lounger, the cocktail - are noticeable by their absence, their holiday aesthetic drowned by the busy noises of the city and the ghosts of colonial Spain

Nakasendo Way, Japan: In the footsteps of ancients

Julian Ryall steps into a world of forest inns and remote shrines as he hikes the Nakasendo Way, the centuries-old highway at the heart of feudal Japan

Uniworld Building New River Cruise Ship for France's Seine

Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection will put a new "super ship," Joie de Vivre, on the Seine River in 2017. Scheduled to debut March 2017, Joie de Vivre will carry 128 passengers and sail an itinerary that begins in Paris and encompasses trips to Monet's garden in Giverny, Normandy beaches and Honfleur. The ship will be 125 meters (about 410 feet long) so it can dock directly in Paris, instead of outside the city

Dubai's illusive fog phenomenon

A few times per year, if you are in the right place at just the right time and luck is on your side, you might get to see Dubai turn into a futuristic city in the clouds

The best and worst TSA checkpoints in the US

Though 708 million passengers—nearly 41 million more than in 2014—were screened at U.S. airports in 2015, only two percent of travelers had to wait more than 20 minutes to get through airport security, says the TSA in its 2015 Year in Review. So why is it that the checkpoint you’re in is always the one with the interminable line?

Sacred sea: Russia's vast and remote Lake Baikal - CNN.com

Vast as a sea and deep as an ocean trench, Russia's Lake Baikal is one of the world's great natural wonders. With a surface area bigger than Belgium, it contains nearly one quarter of all the world's freshwater, which is more than the five American Great Lakes combined

Flight Diverted Twice Before Landing at JFK

A plane that left the Dominican Republic Monday afternoon finally landed Kennedy Airport Tuesday night, more than a day after it was supposed to arrive

Feel the Force With Disney's New Star Wars at Sea

Ever wanted to dress as your favorite Star Wars character all day and night and not once feel awkward? Then this is the cruise for you

Cuba launches 1st public Wi-Fi hotspots on Havana's bustling 23rd Street; cost is $2 an hour

Cuban authorities have launched public Wi-Fi hotspots along a main avenue that is the heart of Havana's cultural and social life, the first step in government promises to gradually roll out such connectivity options on an island that the Internet revolution has largely passed by

What it’s like to stay at California’s famous Golden Door retreat

Wellness. It’s become quite the buzzword of late. But whether you love it or are wary of the hype, the industry surrounding it is booming, with a plethora of harried humans shelling out indiscriminate amounts to net some time and resources to deal with the intended betterment of their being

Hotel News: A Moxy in New Orleans; Van Gogh in Chicago

What you need to know if you’re on a trip or planning one soon, including pizza-making at a hotel in Italy and beauty products for a beach vacation

Gefilte Fish and Gumbo in Buenos Aires

On menus in the Argentine capital, chefs continue to move beyond meat and pasta

Was air travel in the 1970s really as groovy (and boozy) as we remember?

Our multi-stop trip through each decade of the aviation industry is touching down once more in the surprisingly alcohol-fueled 1970s. With the groundbreaking 1930s, the explosive 1940s, the golden 1950s, and the swinging 1960s of the commercial airline industry in our rearview mirrors, let’s revisit the decade that brought us “hostesses in hot pants” and more liquor than we could ever know what to do with

The all-inclusive, family-friendly Hyatt Ziva Cancun

At the tip of the Yucatan peninsula, 547-suite Hyatt Ziva Cancun is the only resort in the Mexican party town that is surrounded by the Caribbean Sea on three sides. All-inclusive and family-friendly, the newest addition to the Zona Hotelera strip is 25 minutes away from the Cancun International airport

Did you forget Valentine's Day? Here are 6 romantic getaways to get you out of the doghouse

Romantic getaways for Valentine's Day include The Resort at Pelican Hill, Mandarin Oriental and Casa Madrona Hotel amp Spa

Finding the perfect Mandalay moment atop a Myanmar summit

Perhaps the vibe threw me. It’s different in Mandalay. Atypical for the country. Atypical for Southeast Asia for that matter. The food was a different kind of spice (more Indian, one of the locals said). I was hearing the first Muslim calls to prayer since leaving Bangladesh

Penzance: Cornwall's new gourmet capital

For the past 20 years, I've been organising holidays in Cornwall based on where the best restaurants are located. Back in the Nineties, Rick Stein's emerging dining empire took me to Padstow; I then migrated to Fowey and nearby Polruan on the south coast when chef Nathan Outlaw had his signature restaurant there (now relocated to Port Isaac), and headed for Watergate Bay when Jamie Oliver opened Fifteen, arguably his best venue. Now Penzance has been put firmly on my gastronomic holiday map by the recent opening of The Shore

10 reasons to visit Devon in 2016

Camping, kayaking and crabbing; galloping, gin-tasting, and gourmet dining – few places in the UK offer a better variety of summer activities than Devon. Then there’s the rugged moorland and sand-fringed coastline – and the rich heritage in producing artisanal fare which makes it a real hotspot for foodies. Here’s our pick of the best new things to do in Devon this summer

What to Do and See in Santorini, Greece

When I was researching for our honeymoon, I spent hours pouring over Pinterest and google searches trying plan and maximize our time spent over there. When I came back, I wanted to put together a complete travel guide for my readers so they would be the best equipped for their travels. So let's get into it

New gay travel firm increases holiday choice for LGBT travellers

The LGBT market is worth

Breastfeeding mom of triples praises Delta in open letter

When it comes to breastfeeding moms and air travel, the stories we hear are usually pretty negative--how mothers are told to cover up or given places like a dog relief center to pump. But one woman's Facebook post is going viral for how Delta Air Lines flight attendants accommodated the mother of three during a Friday flight from Atlanta

34 incredibly beautiful reasons to visit Iran - CNN.com

With international sanctions on their way out, the world is running out of excuses not to visit Iran. One look at this collection of images is going to pile on even more pressure to get there quick. They're taken by Iranian photographer Mohammad Reza Domiri Ganji, who made a name for himself with a collection of gorgeous, intricate shots of Iranian mosques

U.S. and Cuba to Sign Pact to Restore Commercial Flights

The deal restores scheduled airline service between the United States and Cuba for the first time in more than 50 years

Inside the $600 million Titanic replica

Titanic II is set to launch in less than two years — not in movie theatres, but on the open sea. A replica of the world’s most famous “unsinkable” ship — which struck an iceberg and sank on its maiden voyage on April 15, 1912, killing 1503 people — is under construction with a maiden voyage planned for 2018. And incredible photos have emerged showing the how eerily similar the new ship will look to the original

Disney cruise ship picks up suspected migrants - CNN.com

The Disney Wonder cruise ship stopped on its way to the Cayman Islands to pick up 12 suspected migrants southeast of Cuba, the U.S. Coast Guard said Sunday

Mind-blowing colors found in nature

When images of China's "rainbow mountains” went viral, we—like so many others—were entranced by the incredible colors of nature. But then we noticed the disclaimer: “There could be some slight photo manipulation going on to make the colors pop.” After a little research, we realized this was definitely the case (compare the previous shots to these photos)

What are the best restaurants in Florida?

Three restaurants in Florida have garnered AAA's five-diamond rating. Those are Palme d’Or in the Biltmore Hotel in Coral Gables, Salt at the Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island in Fernandina Beach and Victoria

Nine Villages Valley in China is its best-kept and most beautiful secret

Is this China’s best-kept, and most beautiful, secret? Lying in the southwest of China in the Northern Sichuan province, hidden in a national park is the Nine Villages Valley (or Jiuzhaigou) home to nine Tibetan villages scattered throughout a natural wonderland

The Swiss slopes made for ski virgins

I'm as fresh to skiing as the virgin snow that fell last night on the cobbled streets of St Moritz

Baltimore could be America's most eccentric city, travel website says

Baltimoreans, let your freak flags fly. Turns out, the city might be the most eccentric in America - at least travel website Atlas Obscura thinks so

The desert delights in Tucson

The pigs attacked shortly after dawn. The first indication was a dust cloud billowing from the bushes beyond the swimming pool, closely followed by deep, guttural belching

Monet's masterpiece: His gardens at Giverny

It seems appropriate that to get to Claude Monet's home at Giverny, I'm leaving Paris from the Saint-Lazare train station. In a famous series of paintings, the impressionist master captured the busy energy of this station, an in-between space of hurried, blurred figures, with clouds of steam from approaching locomotives billowing under its iron-and-glass arched roofs

Is the Travel Industry Ignoring Black Travelers?

African-Americans spend $1 trillion annually, yet the mainstream travel content providers and tour operators don't cater to the community

New York-Bound Jet Returns to Airport After Laser Strike

A Virgin Atlantic jetliner headed to New York returned to London's Heathrow Airport after it was hit by a laser strike, police and the airport confirmed Sunday night

Beers and belly rubs: Meet the pub dogs of London

Wildebeest in the Serengeti. Tortoises in the Galapagos. There are many incredible places to come face to face with Earth's greatest beasts -- but very few have a fully stocked bar

Luxury pyramid-shaped yacht can "levitate"

This yacht doesn’t just sit high in the water; it appears to levitate above it. The futuristic vessel, called Tetrahedron Super Yacht, looks as though it floats above the water like an alien spaceship due to a hull made of a single vertical strut on a single submerged torpedo hull

Sydney Harbour Sees Unprecedented Activity

A busy weekend with six ships in Sydney capped off a huge week of cruising for the harbour city -- and there's more to come. February is Sydney's busiest ever cruise month, with 27 different ships making 45 calls in 29 days. The wave of activity will continue into March, when 17 ships will make 33 calls in 30 days

Maison 76, Montreuil, France

What can you do in three hours? You could binge-watch half a Netflix series. Have a leisurely lunch. Reorganise your filing system. Or, from London, you could get in your car and drive to northern France. While Eurostar trains have propelled Paris infinitely closer in our minds, the more immediate regions of France, accessible by Eurotunnel, are often overlooked

Congress comes to the aid of travelers, sort of

Congress last week proposed not one, but three ideas that could dramatically improve your next travel experience. I know that sounds like the opening line of a joke, but it's true

Buenos Aires' new-look love hotels: book ardour by the hour

Steamy liaisons in short stay hotels - or telos - are nothing new in Argentina's capital. But now the tacky decor and garish lighting are being ditched for style, gourmet food and free mini bars

15 reasons why right now — not the 1950s — is the golden age of travel

Louis CK has a hilarious bit about what a bunch of unappreciative jerks we are when it comes to air travel, how we act as though our plane is like “a cattle car in the 40s in Germany”, despite the fact that we’re flying through the air like birds, with high-speed Wi-Fi at our fingertips

8 Common European Travel Scams—and How to Avoid Them

As a wide-eyed tourist in a strange land, you're vulnerable to all kinds of sneaky schemes designed to steal your valuables. Travel experts advise jet setters to purchase TSA-approved luggage locks, eat at hole-in-the-wall restaurants instead of overpriced eateries, and to safeguard personal documents. However, even the most seasoned sightseer can fall victim to a well-executed hustle

36 Hours in Houston

America’s youngest city offers a potpourri pot of cuisines, quirky shops and art with both global and local reach

10 essential skills every traveler should have

Anyone can fumble their way through security and learn a few words in a foreign language. But expert travelers are the ones who can pick up a specific skillset that makes traveling easier wherever they go. Here are the 10 essential skills that will help you with domestic and foreign travel — and the best part is you can practice them all at home

Take an exclusive sneak peek at Universal's Wizarding World before it opens

The Hollywood Hills play the role of the Scottish Highlands as the scenic mountains form a cinematic backdrop for the snowcapped rooftops and teetering chimneys of Hogsmeade Village at Universal Studios Hollywood

Living like a maharani: A taste of life inside India's heritage royal mansions

Renovated heritage properties showcase the treasures of great Mughal architecture, including impeccably decorated havelis, in northern Indian state

48 Hours in Adelaide: Where to go and what to see

In March, Adelaide enters its “month of madness” when the city hosts several festivals and sporting events, starting with the Adelaide Fringe from 12 February to 14 March and followed by Adelaide Arts Festival from 26 February until 14 March. Womad-elaide runs from 11-14 March

Europe's 18 best secret islands

Rob Andrews writes: “Although it’s about to be immortalised​on our cinema screens as the location of A Bigger Splash, starring Tilda Swinton and Ralph Fiennes, the island of Pantelleria is one of the Mediterranean’s least-known holiday spots

Brisbane Cruise Ship Terminal Receives First Stage of Approval

South-east Queensland Port of Brisbane Pty Ltd (PBPL) has just confirmed it has received Stage 1 approval from the Queensland Government to build a $100 million cruise facility at Luggage Point, at the mouth of the Brisbane River. PBPL chief executive officer Roy Cummins said the facility would be a vital piece of tourism infrastructure as it allowed bigger, longer cruise ships to berth closer to the city

LuxEcoLiving's Best Hotels in the World 2016

For the sweetest slumber in the most luxurious of all suites you must experience Kemp's Townhouse, at least for a night or two.It has a private entrance and another directly within the hotel. It is designed over 4 floors with 2 to 5 double bedrooms, each with en suite. There is a drawing room with floor to ceiling windows and a kitchen / dining room

Stop! In the name of love, it's the world's most ostentatious romantic trip

A £57,000 "odyssey" to seven wishing wells around the world is top of our list of bad Valentine's Day ideas in this week's round-up of travel stories

Why you should never give up on love

It was an instant attraction when this flight attendant and pilot met at a Chennai beachside restaurant. After a long-distance love affair around the world, the rest became history

Drunk Passenger's Threat to Crew Diverts Denver Flight

An Alaska Airlines plane was forced to land midway through its flight after an intoxicated passenger became abusive and threatened crew members

Ban e-cigs on planes? Congressman vapes in protest

Rep. Duncan Hunter drew a deep breath and blew a cloud of opposition Thursday at a proposal to ban electronic cigarettes on airliners. Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton, D-D.C., proposed in the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee to add the ban to legislation setting Federal Aviation Administration policy

All aboard the Love Boat: The best cruises for romance

Love is in the air – and most definitely at sea, too. Over the years I've met dozens of couples who met on a cruise, shipboard weddings are increasingly popular and honeymoon cruises have been a favourite choice for many years

On Java, a Creative Explosion in an Ancient City

The last sultanate in Indonesia has emerged as one of the world’s most vibrant centers of artistic innovation and risk-taking

Congressman: It's time to regulate the size of airline seats

Is it time for Congress to get involved in regulating the size of airline seats? That’s what one member of the House of Representatives is proposing. Tennessee Democrat Steve Cohen – who sits on the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee’s Subcommittee on Aviation – plans to introduce legislation that would institute minimum seat sizes for passenger airlines

Puerto Vallarta: Still time to book Liz Taylor's former love nest for Valentine's Day (or anytime)

Casa Kimberly in Puerto Vallarta comes with an old-school Hollywood pedigree. Richard Burton bought the home for then love interest Elizabeth Taylor while he was filming "Night of the Iguana" in 1964 in the Mexican coastal town. At the time, Puerto Vallarta was a little fishing village, not a mega-resort destination

Climate change to slow transatlantic flights, study suggests

Climate change could make flights from the UK to the US take longer, according to a new study. Researchers say global warming is likely to speed up jet stream winds, adding thousands of hours a year to journey times and boosting fuel costs and carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions

Narvik, Norway: Welcome to Wolf Lodge

"They’re here," announces Stig Sletten, breaking off our conversation as his eyes shift from mine to the window behind my head. I freeze, a glass of red halfway to my lips. "You can look," he continues in a low, steady tone. "But gently does it. No sudden movements."

7 Reasons I'm Not On Board With Uber

It's common practice in the tech world to rush your product to market, picking up the pieces as you go. This works fine when you're in the business of selling ideas, or soft-serve ice cream delivery (somebody do this, please), or artisanal organic laundry service. Get it out there, apologize in advance that nothing's perfect, do better next time. No harm done

The alternative city guide to Johannesburg, South Africa

In recent years, western tourists have also started to realise that Joburg has more to offer than just a well-placed airport with safari and beach transit lounges. Last year, Rough Guides listed Johannesburg as the number one city (in the world) to visit. GQ magazine called it the “cool capital of the southern hemisphere”, edging out Joburg’s scenic rival Cape Town

An island only helicopters can reach

In the centre of La Réunion, the tiny French island that bobs in the Indian Ocean between Madagascar and Mauritius, there is another sort of island. This one is even more isolated. Formed when the magna chamber of a major volcano collapsed some three million years ago, the verdant Cirque de Mafate is separated from the rest of the island by sheer cliff walls, impressive mountains and thick tropical forest

Town is planning a fountain that will spew beer

Looking to lure tourists, a Slovenia town is creating an attraction that will be every drinker’s dream – a public beer fountain. The project in Zalec, which is known for its hop plantations, is expected to cost $400,000 and is being billed the first of its kind in Europe

Storm-Battered Ship Passengers Tell of 'Cruise From Hell'

A cruise ship battered by rough seas and powerful winds in the Atlantic Ocean cut short its voyage and docked at its New Jersey port Wednesday night, as thousands of weary passengers streamed out of the ship what one woman called "a cruise from hell."

How to Have the Perfect Weekend in Sydney, Australia

Australia, with its white sand beaches, Blue Mountains and laid back atmosphere is at the top of many Americans' bucket list - and the entry point for most is Sydney. Watch this video for the best way to utilize your weekend in Sydney

After 90 years, Route 66 still driving tourism, nostalgia

Poor Kansas. While bands from the King Cole Trio to the Rolling Stones sang about the famous highway — name dropping Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona and California — the lyrics ignore Kansas. Maybe it's because just a few miles of Route 66 passed through the Sunflower State

Universal Orlando increases theme park ticket prices

Universal Orlando's ticket prices increased on Wednesday, with a one-day ticket jumping to $105. Previously one-day tickets had cost $102. A park-to-park ticket now costs $155, up from $147. The park-to-park ticket is required to ride the Hogwarts Express train that opened in 2014 linking Harry Potter lands at Universal's two theme parks

Australia's next big musical will debut on a ship

If there is one thing that Australians love more than cruising, it's musicals. Enter Stephen Schwartz's brand new musical - Magic to Do – a mesmerising musical and illusion show that will make its Australian debut on board Emerald Princess when it arrives in November this year

30 beautiful covered bridges around the USA

Wooden structures built in the 1800s that are still standing, and in some cases still usable, are rare. Ones that evoke a sense of scenic beauty and a nostalgia for a simpler past are even more so. Take a tour of covered bridges still standing around the USA before they're lost to history

Chasing Redfish Off the South Texas Gulf Coast

Rick Hartman had just navigated a pair of husband-and-wife anglers to a pretty little stretch of sapphire-colored water along the scruffy sand-grass shoreline of the Lower Laguna Madre, off the South Texas Gulf Coast. Normally when a redfish guide pulls a skiff into an area he wants to explore, fish bolt from it, at least until the guide cuts the motor and begins poling

So you want to be a mermaid?

Call it a fin-tastic pool party. Tail in trunk, Olivia Hammock, 21, and her father Cliff Hammock, 61, drove through flooding in their home state of Missouri to get to North Carolina. Fifteen hours later, they arrived to join over a hundred merfolk and mermaid enthusiasts at the Greensboro Aquatic Center for NC Mermania

Valentine's Day: What you do above Vegas -- even making whoopee at 5,280 feet -- stays above Vegas

Picture this: You in a private plane above Las Vegas with a comfy bed -- and your Valentine. If this is your idea of romance, you're ready for the Love Cloud. The highflying tour offers lovers a chance to use the main cabin of a twin-engine Cessna, which has been tricked out with a bed topped with a red blanket and plenty of heart-patterned pillows

Bliss, at 35,000 feet: It's a perk war in the sky as airlines woo business-class passengers

I hadn’t checked in online, so it was a pleasant surprise when the KLM flight attendant showed me to my seat. It was at the back of the business class cabin, a single seat smack in the centre. I usually like window seats, but 4E is super cool. The only standalone seat in the cabin, wide and bulky, it looks a bit like Captain Kirk’s chair, and I couldn’t resist murmuring a Picardesque “Engage,” stealthy hand motion included, as the plane took off

New mother spends maternity leave travelling the world with her baby

A mother has spent her 10-month maternity leave travelling around the world with her partner and 10-week-old daughter. When baby Esme was born, nurse Karen Edwards, 31, and landscaper Shaun Bayes put their London flat up for rent and set off for New Zealand. After staying there for several months, the family set off for a seven-week backpacking trip home through Asia

Europe's best islands for families

Our experts around Europe choose their favourite islands for families with children of all ages

2016 Cruisers' Choice Award Winners Are In, and the Winners Are...

Disney Cruise Line continues to be tops among Cruise Critic readers, with 11 first-place awards, including "Best Overall" for Disney Dream in the Large Ship category. Holland America Maasdam received the "Best Overall" counterpart in the Mid-Size Ship category, and Celebrity Xpedition, which sails solely in the Galapagos Islands, took first place in the Small Ship category

Sleep on a Boat! 6 Incredible Floating BandBs

Let us set the scene: A hot breakfast enjoyed top deck amid a hot-pink sunrise ... or a night-time soak in a Jacuzzi as you watch the water lap at a pier lit with twinkling lights. Sound intriguing?

Take the kids to ... Story Museum, Oxford

This museum is in thrall to the wonder of words with its Narnia and other themed rooms, and a new ‘Animal’ exhibition should boost its magical appeal

Inside Beyoncé's $10,000-a-night Airbnb

Just like Gwennie, Beyoncé has a lot of nice things to say about Airbnb. While in the San Francisco area for the Super Bowl, Beyoncé stayed in an Airbnb in the Los Altos Hills, and had "a Super weekend." She shared a post-game photo of herself curling up on the couch in sweats as proof

Drunk Passenger's Threat to Crew Diverts Denver Flight

An Alaska Airlines plane was forced to land midway through its flight after an intoxicated passenger became abusive and threatened crew members

Backpacks That Won't Make You Look Like a Backpacker

Backpacks aren't just daypacks anymore — now they're totally trendy and fashionable. Here are 11 styles that are perfect for your weekend getaway, but also look great

Azamara Journey gets a makeover

Azamara Journey, one of two ships owned by Royal Caribbean's Azamara Club Cruises, got a makeover while in dry dock in the Bahamas in January, then sailed into PortMiami Sunday before embarking on a Panama Canal cruise

Ten reasons to visit south Italy

Ten reasons why Italy's deep south is the country's best kept secret

10 amazing Easter holidays to book now

If you haven’t booked your Easter getaway yet, it’s not too late. Even though Easter may be the busiest travel time on the calendar, Australian cities and popular overseas tourist hotspots such as Bali, Fiji, New Zealand and Hawaii still have room for holidaymakers

What's the best Airbnb for your Chinese zodiac?

Each Chinese zodiac is ruled by an animal - and each animal is believed to influence one's personality traits and destiny. This is the year of the Monkey - described to be a clever animal that rarely stand stills. Quick-witted, the Monkey is bestowed with an auspicious meaning. But what does this mean in travel terms? According to data collated by Airbnb, it means Japan is the destination to go to

Mardi Gras Secrets: Tour the Warehouse Where Floats Live Forever

New Orleans is a city of extremes. It seems everything from meals to drinks and of course celebrations are all overly large, as if the city exists on a scale of its own. At no time is that more evident than during Mardi Gras. At the heart of this celebration are the colorful parades and floats — made possible, as it turns out, by the work of predominately one family-run company, Blaine Kern Studios

U.N. Panel Seeks First-Ever Greenhouse Gas Standards for Planes

The proposal drew praise from the White House and criticism from environmentalists who said it would be too weak to actually slow global warming

Use a Condom to Avoid Zika, CDC Tells Travelers

Men who have traveled to Zika-affected zones should use a condom if they want to be absolutely sure they don't infect sex partners, federal health officials advised Friday

Cologne Carnival: Security high after sex assaults

More than 1m people fill the streets of Cologne as the city celebrates carnival, but after the New Year's Eve attacks, thousands of police will be on duty

7 reasons why airlines can bump you

Most of us realize we need to be on our best behavior while traveling by air. Gate crews and flight attendants are particularly concerned about the possibility of a petulant passenger going off the rails. But you might not realize that airlines are empowered to bump you from your flight or your seat even if you're not perceived as some sort of threat or hothead

10 of the best beachside stays in tropical Asia

These great value bungalows and cabanas make superb bases from which to explore the exotic beaches and aquatic riches of Asia's equatorial shores

Rome in Five Hours (or "Touring for the ADD Set")

One of the joys of flying economy and finding cheap flights is the often overlooked but never wasted "layover." I recently took advantage of that on a flight to Israel that left me and my daughter with a nine hour layover in Rome

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Cruise Critic caught up with RCCL chief Richard Fain in the Philippines, where the company will open a new office this May. Here's what he had to say about new and ongoing developments

The world's least visited countries

Not every country can be a France or a Spain - but which countries see the fewest visitors?

A fully functioning replica of the Titanic is set to sail in 2018

A fully ;functioning replica of RMS Titanic is set to launch in 2018, 106 years after the original vessel sunk in the North Atlantic Ocean. This updated version, named Titanic II, is the brainchild of Australian billionaire Clive Palmer and his company, Blue Star Line. While it will look virtually identical to the 1912 cruise ship, it will be four metres wider, with its hull welded together rather than riveted

Lonely Planet names the top 10 U.S. destinations for 2016

Lonely Planet has released its annual list of the top 10 best places to go in the United States, as selected by its U.S.-based team of editors and writers

Sanctions Lifted, American Tourists Head to Iran

The lifting of sanctions on Iran last month has resulted in a surge of bookings, tour operators say, many from Americans undeterred by a State Department warning laying out the risks of taking trips there

In Tokyo, Brand-Name Stores by Brand-Name Architects

Star architects have created so many high-end stores in Tokyo that it’s worth visiting two shopping districts where the best item — eye-popping building design — is free

Struggling SeaPort Airlines files for bankruptcy

Oregon-based SeaPort Airlines has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection but the company says daily operations will not be interrupted. The commuter airline said Friday it expects to continue to operate its current schedule of flights, pay its employees and honor existing tickets and reservations

Raise a glass to Paris at its lively wine bars

While in Paris, S. Irene Virbila explores neighborhood wine bars, convivial places enjoyed the locals and connoisseurs alike

How Tasmania became Australia's newest gourmet hotspot

It was the fresh fruit in Alistair Wise's ice cream that convinced me. "My favourite is raspberry-rhubarb sorbet, rippled through vanilla - it reminds me of an English summer," swoons the Tasmania-born chef, dolloping out another serving

Mediterranean cruise guide

Expert advice on booking Eastern Mediterranean and Western Mediterranean cruises, with tips on itineraries, ports including Athens, Israel, Crete and Istanbul and excursions

Carnival Expands American Table to Two More Ships and More Cruise News

Carnival Cruise Line will roll out its American Table menu on Carnival Miracle and Carnival Sunshine on March 5. Plus more cruise news

The Coolest and Most Unique Places You Can Actually Stay In Around The World

It's February which mean that many people have already abandoned their New Year's resolutions and are possibly thinking of new ways to get back on track. How about set a new goal - one that you'll actually enjoy - such as travel more. And while you're setting new objectives, pick travel destinations that are as unorthodox as possible

Where are the world's highest cities?

Despite the lack of oxygen and health risks, high-altitude locations are home to at least 140 million people around the world. From Bolivia's El Alto to Lhasa in Tibet, what's urban life like at such dizzying elevations?

'Sharknado' actor Ian Ziering's newest role: Travel agent

Ian Ziering certainly knows his way around Beverly Hills 90210 and all its celebrity haunts – not to mention knowing his way around a chainsaw and some sharks gone berserk in "Sharknado". Now the actor wants to bring those celeb hangouts to the average Joe

Holy hotels: Former churches you can spend the night in

These humble BandBs, lavish five-star resorts and "camping" spots have one thing in common. They were all once houses of worship

Shanghai Surprise: Being Black Made Me the Toast of the Town!

Many black tourists have reported attracting significant attention when visiting China. Fellow Yahoo Traveler, Brittany Jones-Cooper, once wrote about her own experience in Shanghai, which she says was mostly pleasant

Six of the most hip hotels in Los Angeles

Go hard, or go home: Luxury rooms that come with guitars, record players, soundproofed rooms and a reputation for hedonism can be found in California's capital of

The Town of Colma, Where San Francisco’s Dead Live

While the Super Bowl will be played at Levi’s Stadium, and thousands of news media members who descended on the Bay Area this week were based at the Moscone Center, Levi Strauss lay inside a marble crypt in one of this tiny town’s 17 cemeteries, and George Moscone lay under the grass in another

San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, is a vibrant weekend getaway

San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site enlivened by bright colonial buildings and a budding food scene

Cheap flights: Best day to book, top sites and insider secrets

There are plenty of ideas out there to make long-range travel cheaper and faster, such as Elon Musk's Hyperloop and supersonic airliners. But until they actually arrive, we're stuck with regular air travel, which can take all day and put a serious dent in your bank account

36 Hours in Aspen, Colorado

A winter wonderland that combines the wilderness experience with skiing, snowboarding, shopping and dining, that can be enjoyed without breaking the bank

These 11 airlines offer fliers free in-flight Wi-Fi

If you want to multitask as you jet around the globe, these airlines will make your time in the clouds the most productive with free Wi-Fi

Solitude, spring breakers can both be found in Florida Panhandle

Dolphins leaping in the sea. Shells glistening on the shore. Perfect miles of white sand beaches that make you happy to be alive. The treasures of the Florida Panhandle belong to all of us and none of us. And whether you respond to this place with parties or solitude, it’s up to you

Tarot readings and caviar facials: 9 quirky Valentine's Day ideas

Valentine's Day doesn't have to be the same old, same old. For those who want to travel and crave something different, you're in luck

Small island, major charm: Why it's time for Nevis to come out of St. Kitts' shadow

Nevis - which lives in the shadow of its sister island St. Kitts - boasts empty beaches, more monkeys than people and streets so quiet they don't need traffic signals. Sometimes it's good to be unpopular

Explore literary England, from Shakespeare to the Bront

Books and travel are a perfect match. Just as the greatest tales take the reader on an unforgettable journey, landscapes create immersive narratives, and the multifaceted characters of cities are some of the most memorable in fiction

My night on top of an Egyptian pyramid

As a German tourist is banned from Egypt for life for scaling the Great Pyramid of Giza, our writer recalls the night he spent atop one of the monuments

Crystal Cruises Signs Purchase Option to Restore Historic Ocean Liner, S.S. United States

Crystal Cruises has signed a purchase option to restore the S.S. United States, a historic ocean liner that has been out of commission for 47 years, and bring it back into service

Cruel travel mistakes you don't realize you're making

You smile and strike a fearsome pose next to a tiger, confident you’ve just scored the perfect holiday photo. You pick up an adorable sea turtle and gently pat it. You go on an incredible elephant ride, in awe of the majestic and gentle giants. You laugh hysterically as a monkey dances and rides a bike

Brazil Sprays for Mosquitoes As Zika Fears Threaten Carnival

Health department workers are spending the week spraying up and down the streets of Brazil's major cities, trying to kill Zika-carrying mosquitoes

Airline Suspends Crew After Bollywood Star Sings on Intercom

One airline is taking a stance over what they consider to be in-flight entertainment. Jet Airways has suspended five flight attendants for letting a famous Bollywood star serenade other passengers on the intercom

At the Boro Hotel in Queens, upscale amenities meet NYC edginess

With starkly industrial design features inside and out, independently-owned Boro Hotel is the furthest thing from a bland chain property

Why Travel is the Cure for the Hopeless Romantic in a Hook Up Generation

As a self-proclaimed hopeless romantic, I would describe my ideal relationship to be one that starts at first sight, progresses over the course of a few days, and then ends happily ever after. Yes, that may seem a little unrealistic, but not when you meet someone while you're traveling! Have you ever had a travel crush?

The Mississippi: Trip of a Lifetime

Three years ago, I took a trip down the Mississippi on a classic steamboat, the sort eulogised by the river’s greatest son, Mark Twain, with “two tall, fancy-topped chimneys” and “a fanciful pilot-house, all glass and 'gingerbread’”. One of my fellow passengers, Jim from Montana, claimed to have sailed every navigable river in the United States

In Ecuador, the Frugal Traveler Tries Luxury

What does going upscale mean for your vacation? Our Frugal Traveler finds out in Ecuador, where he gets the royal treatment — but has to look elsewhere for the serendipitous adventure he prefers

4 gadgets that will help you ensure you'll never lose your luggage

The IATA plans to reduce the number of lost airline bags to 4.3/thousand passengers by 2018. This is how the industry is making it happen

Virgin America doubles Hawaii presence with new LAX routes

Virgin America is adding two new routes to Hawaii. The carrier will add nonstop service from Los Angeles to both Honolulu and Maui later this year. The new routes expand Virgin America’s presence in Hawaii, where it began service just a few months earlier with flights from its main hub in San Francisco

Want to bring a dog or cat on your next Amtrak ride? Now you can, on most routes

Amtrak will allow folks on selected journeys lasting less than seven hours to bring along a small cat or dog. The cost adds $25 to your ticket

Leaping into disaster and learning to embrace my Australian misadventures

Six months in Australia brought pneumonia, poisonous bites, human tragedy and a vastly enriched life

Family-friendly cruises on Europe's waterways

There are plenty of child-friendly, small-vessel river cruises designed to float everyone's boat - from exploring fairy-tale castles on the Rhine to Venetian ghost walks and meeting French "cowboys". So pack your bags - after all, you'll only have to unpack once

New Zealand from above: beautiful drone footage of the islands

Summer's leaves turned rusty orange, placid lakes, and the snowy shoulders of mighty mountains all feature in a new video of New Zealand. As well as the islands' increasingly famous natural scenery, those who wish to see the country without spending 24 hours travelling can watch its cities edged by yacht-filled harbours, and straight highways the stuff of road trip dreams

New Cruise Ship Scenic Eclipse Goes on Sale in Australia

River cruise specialist Scenic's ultra-luxury ocean ship, Scenic Eclipse is now open for sale in Australia. Scenic will distribute the 2018/19 preview brochure, including the full range of 18 itineraries and limited preview pricing, to travel agents across Australia

This Tiny Island Paradise Is So Gorgeous It's Not Even Fair

If you find yourself dreaming of tropical islands like Hawaii, Bali, and Tahiti on a daily basis, we've got a new face to add to your rotation. Welcome to Nusa Lembongan, where the sun loves to shine and sandy toes are a given

Diving in Borneo: the Derawan islands and a blissful life aquatic

The Derawan islands in Indonesia offer spectacular diving, golden beaches and tranquility, but with ambitious plans for tourism they may not stay sleepy for long

Why Iceland is on everyone's travel radar this year

From budget travel to luxury travel, Iceland can’t seem to escape anyone’s list of the best of travel this year. Luxury Travel Guide chose Iceland its number-one destination for travel this year. The country topped Budget Traveler’s list of Where to Go 2016. Women’s lifestyle website Refinery29 said Iceland was one of the places every woman should go this year

A nation's first National Parks

As the National Park Service celebrates its 100th anniversary, CNN explores the nation's first National Parks, monuments and other protected natural wonders

Top Airlines Offer To Re-Assign Crew From Zika-Hit Routes

United and Delta and Europe's Lufthansa and Air France are offering to re-assign certain flight crew concerned about Zika-affected countries

Housing advocates weigh in on the legalization of Airbnb-style rentals

They want any taxes from legalized Airbnb-style rentals to pay for efforts to make long-term rentals more affordable.

8 New Destination Hotels for 2016

Hotel openings might seem like everyday events, but a handful come with more excitement and anticipation than the rest. They may be in a particularly notable building, bring a fresh concept to an already-popular destination or have the potential to attract travelers to a location they may not have thought of visiting

Tourist burned by Icelandic geyser

Tourists reminded to be careful around geysers in Iceland and exercise caution in Morocco amid terrorist threats

Florida hotel named best for romance

Henderson Park Inn in Destin has earned the top spot in the Travelers' Choice Awards for Romantic Hotels

Mardi Gras season flights cheaper this year, priceline.com says

Average airfare from U.S. cities to New Orleans for Mardi Gras week is $350

What you’ll soon find in your hotel room

Running concierges, a hotel mini bar stocked with produce from the local farmers market and a training wall that comes standard in every room. The hotel industry is moving beyond basement gyms and basic spa menus to accommodate guests’ growing requests to stay healthy while on the road

Twenty-one things you'll only understand if you travelled before 2005

Travel has changed so much in the past 10 years. You'll have no idea how many problems we used to face

Icelandic airline to offer discount flights to Stockholm from BWI

Icelandic airline WOW air will offer low-cost flights to Stockholm, the capital of Sweden, out of Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport, it announced Tuesday

Cathedrals, vikings, and castles

While I love urban thrills, it’s worthwhile to get outside the city limits. Venturing 30 to 60 minutes from most European cities rewards you with great sights (Versailles near Paris), unique settings (Andechs Monastery near Munich), and small towns where you can feel the pulse of a place and its people (Haarlem near Amsterdam)

14 ways to keep your airfare affordable

Yes, airfares keep going up, and airlines keep finding new ways to take money out of our wallets. But you can save a lot by consistently using these tips and doing your homework before you fly

Weak Canadian Dollar = Your Next Cheap Vacation

The exchange rate for the Canadian dollar (or "loonie" to its friends) recently set a 13-year low versus the U.S. dollar, meaning American visitors are now seeing about a 30 percent discount on prices up north. Unlike Canadians, who see the exchange rate highlighted in their daily newscasts and papers

Superyacht to set sail by vertical 'wings'

A French design firm has come up with an idea for a superyacht that is part speedboat, part sailboat –and all luxury. Called Komorebi – the Japanese word for sunlight filtering through trees—VPLP dreamed up the vessel, which features two fully-automated “wings” or sails that can propel it at a speed of 15 knots (17mph) with 20 knots (23mph) of wind

In praise of the Norfolk coast: big skies, sandy beaches and subtle beauty

This coastline may not be always the most dramatic but its big skies, dunes, wildlife and colours have a unique charm that "seep into you", says local Patrick Barkham

The 11 Things I'll Never Leave Behind On A Trip Around The World

I am not a packing expert. I don't own zip-off convertible pants or Tevas or carry my own towel when I travel. I backpacked through Europe in college and will never again hoist a heavy pack onto my delicate trunk

Holland America MasterChef Cruise to Welcome Junior Winner, New Programming

Nothing says "girl power" like snagging the MasterChef Junior title and a spot onboard the hit TV series' Holland America theme cruise. Ten-year-old Addison Osta Smith, crowned the show's first female winner in the season 4 finale held January 29, has joined the all-star lineup on the second annual MasterChef Cruise

In Ecuador, the Frugal Traveler Tries Luxury

I was not surprised when applause broke out as the pilot touched down at the Quito airport, high in the Ecuadorean Andes. In five and a half years as the Frugal Traveler columnist, I’ve learned that cheering a safe arrival is a standard (and lovable) practice in some parts of the world

The Best Day to Buy Airline Tickets? Well, That Depends.

Is there a best day to get the lowest price on a flight? Some say Tuesday, others say weekends, but the trick may be in the way you buy, not the time

12 cruise ship spas that will blow your mind

It wasn’t that long ago that shipboard spas were small, utilitarian affairs; an afterthought consisting of a small salon, a handful of treatment rooms, and perhaps a whirlpool or two placed out on an open deck for good measure. In short, cruise ship spas were generally nothing to write home about

From $5 beer to $35,000 Champagne, here are the best places in Las Vegas to watch Super Bowl 50

Why watch Super Bowl 50 on your couch? Las Vegas has plenty of football fun planned at these clubs and restaurants

A vacation of one's own: Do solo-friendly resorts deliver?

More women are travelling alone - and the industry is taking notice. Catherine Dawson March leaves her family at home to see whether staying at a solo-friendly resort delivers the solitude of her dreams

These are the 25 most romantic cities in the world

Paris, Sydney and Venice are the most romantic cities in the world, according to WeLoveDates.com. The online dating website looked at hundreds of locations worldwide and narrowed them down based on the most breathtaking views, first date venues, romantic history, marriage rate and how popular a romantic holiday destination they were for couples

5 stunning beach resorts to visit this winter

The wintertime blues are on the way. When the time comes, here are some beach resorts to put on your short list

Fist fight between air hostesses at 30,000 feet grounds plane

Pilot forced to land after a row between two air stewards descended into a fist fight and a third was hit by a stray punch

Emerald Belle Cruise Ship Damaged in Fire, Cruises Cancelled

A shipyard fire has caused “significant” damage to Emerald Belle and is likely to delay the vessel's launch, which was scheduled for April. Emerald Belle is the newest ship to be built by Emerald Waterways (known in its native Australia as Evergreen Tours)

Every Mother's Guide to Piranha Fishing in the Amazon

Step 1: Erase all preconceived notions of piranhas. Yes, their teeth are sharp. Yes, they enjoy their meaty snacks. But the species of piranha discussed here are not the type to be obtained by dipping cow entrails into the water and then flinging a dozen fish to shore

Five of the scariest places on Earth

If travel broadens our horizons and horror heightens our senses, the two combined pack a powerful punch. Looking for an adventure this year? Look no further

12 unusual hotels you won't believe actually exist

TripAdvisor's list of quirky places to stay redefines the phrase "unique sleeping experience"

'Bullet Hole?' Objects Strike Amtrak Train Glass

Passengers on an Amtrak train had a bumpy ride after objects struck their train, leaving a hole in at least one window

Let's Dance: Confessions of a Professional Cruise Ship Dance Partner

There is a time-honored maritime tradition of performing menial tasks aboard a ship to earn your passage. But apparently there’s a way to earn your keep aboard a ship sailing around the world that’s much more fun than swabbing the deck: shaking your groove thing!

Unemployed, Myanmar’s Elephants Grow Antsy, and Heavier

Dragging giant tree trunks up and down the steep hillsides of sweltering jungles is a tough job. But there is something worse, say owners of Myanmar’s logging elephants: having no job at all

Tasting Umbria: Following the food in a less-traveled Italian region

Earthy Umbrian cuisine leads you to wine, charcuterie, regional pasta and an appetite for more

Holland America's Florida-bound cruise ship Koningsdam finishes sea trials

Holland America's Koningsdam has completed sea trials and now will get the finishing touches before its planned April debut

Australians the tightest air travellers in the world

Australian travellers are the most reluctant of all nationalities to shell out more for “extras” on a flight, new research has shown. The Expedia.com.au study involving more than 11,000 travellers found 43 per cent of Australians would not fork out for anything on a flight of less than three hours, and the figure did not improve much for longer haul flights

Huge: The world's six biggest travel experiences

Who says size doesn't matter? Here's where to find the world's largest places

Black History Month travel destinations

With an entire country of rich history to explore, and nonstop flights from BWI readily available, consider discovering the African-American legacy of cities throughout the country. We've done the legwork, identifying some of the most interesting spots to sightsee for a weekend, or longer

Like Paris, without the tourists

Lyon is France’s best-kept secret. Its urban scene is enjoyably elegant without a hint of crass tourism. For the people who live in the city — sandwiched between the Burgundy and Provence regions — dining out is a passion

I love the Brooklyn Bridge. Walk across it and you will, too.

There's a sublime moment that occurs when I reach the top of the Brooklyn Bridge — a marine breeze whiffing up from the East River, traffic rattling along on the roadway below, hundreds of people shuffling, loping, toddling, jogging, moseying, and biking past me, smartphones and selfie sticks raised in all directions, the American flag hoisted high overhead, the Manhattan skyline working its magic in the background — when I pause to hope this scene never will cease to stir my heart

Airbnbs Still Available for Super Bowl 50 Weekend

With the Super Bowl putting Airbnb homes in high demand, we've rounded up some available rentals across the Bay Area

Worried About Zika? Here's Some Other Bugs You're More Likely to Catch

Zika virus is "spreading explosively" across Latin America and the Caribbean. But if you want to know about some home-grown viruses, read on

Why cruises are becoming good for the whole family

Connie Abodeely isn't a fan of mega ships or Caribbean itineraries. But she's really looking forward to her family's upcoming trip on Norwegian's newest ship, the Escape, which carries more than 4,200 passengers

See inside a notorious Siberian prison

The Prison Castle, a strict-regime penitentiary in Tobolsk, Russia, recently opened its doors to inmates of a different kind. Travellers can now check into one of the cramped “sweat-box” punishment cells – spending the night in the prison where Russian novelist Fyodor Dostoyevsky, Tsar Nicholas II and Stalin’s victims did time

Hospitality sweet: meet the Brits who escaped to run hotels abroad

"We feel lucky to live in a beautiful part of the world..." From the Dordogne to the Philippines, Brits tell how they left homes and jobs in the UK to start new lives abroad - as hoteliers

Thanks to the TSA, it's a Confusing Time to Fly

These are confusing times for airline passengers. In recent weeks, the government has made two surprising policy changes: First, the Transportation Security Administration announced that screening with a full-body scanner would no longer be optional for some passengers, and then the Department of Homeland Security said that soon your state-issued driver’s license might not be sufficient ID for you to pass through the airport screening area

Going to Kangra Valley, India, for a spot of tea and spirituality

Kangra Valley, India, once part of the British Raj, is home to Chandpur Tea Estate and Jetsunma Tenzin Palmo's Buddhist nunnery

Toddler on MSC Cruise Dies, Six Other Passengers Involved in Dominica Vehicle Crash

A vehicle carrying seven cruise passengers on MSC Orchestra crashed in Dominica today, causing the death of one of them, a 16-month-old boy

36 Hours in Porto, Portugal

From its stunning Beaux-Arts station to its cool bars serving Porto’s signature drink, this charming city combines the best of old and new

American unveils new amenity kits for premium fliers

American Airlines unveiled a new collection of amenity kits on Wednesday that will begin appearing on flights this March. American has collaborated with several big brands for its amenity kit update. The kits will feature designs and products from Cole Haan, 3LAB Skincare, C.O. Bigelow Apothecaries and Clark’s Botanicals

Castles give fairy-tale flavor to romantic getaways

These six castle-like surroundings in Europe and North America can add a fairy-tale flavor to romantic getaways

The sky-high hotel prices for Super Bowl 50 and 2016's other major sporting events

Hotels are raising their rates by up to

Stay in a spectacular monastery in Venice for what you can afford

The curious instruction that bookings could only be made by fax should have been our first clue. Our stay at the monastery of San Giorgio Maggiore in Venice would be one to remember, akin to sleeping in the quiet eye of a tourism hurricane

South Africa's Garden Route: Lush forest, quaint towns, and lagoons

Along South Africa's southern coast, between the thick forests and dramatic river valleys of the Outeniqua and Tsitsikamma Mountains is a coastal string of lagoons, lakes and holiday towns dedicated to downtime - all connected by the N2 highway

The 10 Best Film Festivals You've Never Heard Of

Yes, everyone knows Cannes and Sundance. The behemoths of the film-fest world aren't exactly accessible for most of us, though, and they don't always showcase the freshest material. Here's where to go to see film's bright up-and-comers, for a lot cheaper than the French Riviera

Venice's only female gondoliera

She can spend up to 15 hours on the boat fighting the wind, rain and heat – but Venice’s only female gondolier, Giorgia Boscolo, wouldn’t change a thing

Iran: European airlines set to resume flights to Tehran

Several European airlines aim to resume their flights to Iran following a landmark nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers, the state-owned IRAN daily reported on Thursday

World's 25 top tourism destinations

Still one of the world's most vibrant cities despite astronomical living costs, it's no surprise London is the world's second most visited destination. So what's the first?

14 Ways to Be a Traveler...Not a Tourist

To help you really sink your teeth into a country and get a sense of place, here are 14 ways to immerse yourself in the culture that surrounds you

Zika virus causes pregnant women to reconsider travel plans

Zika virus warnings in countries popular as babymoon destinations lead pregnant women to change their plans

Costa's Italian-style cruises return to Fort Lauderdale

Costa, a division of Miami-based Carnival Corp. amp PLC, strives to distinguish itself by offering what it calls an authentic Italian cruise experience

Renew Your U.S. Passport Now, State Dept. Says

Expecting a deluge of renewals and applications, State Department officials are urging Americans to renew sooner rather than later

What are the best hotels in Florida?

Florida took two of the top 25 and ranked in several other categories of the annual TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Awards for 2016

What to do with kids in the capital

Not just for pollies and public servants, Canberra can be a playground for kids too

British explorer dies in Antarctica just 30 miles from his goal

While attempting to become the first man to complete a solo crossing of the Antarctic, British adventurer Henry Worsley, 55, died tragically short of his goal

600 More Flights Are Canceled as Storm Hangover Lingers

The hangover from the weekend's historic snow was far from over Tuesday, with more than 600 flights canceled

You'll Lose Your Mind Over the Cadbury Creme Egg Pop Up Cafe

Would you stand in line for an hour to eat a Cadbury’s Crème Egg? Maybe not. But how about if it was served as a “toasty” (a.k.a., a toasted sandwich) oozing warm, gooey, chocolatey yumminess? Are you drooling yet?

Could Zika Become Another Ebola Disaster?

Could Zika become the next Ebola? Top public health experts say the fast-spreading virus has caught the world unprepared again and are urging action

Stunning photos from Transylvania's subterranean theme park

Deep in the Transylvanian countryside lies an ancient salt mine dating back over two millennia. Today, it

Atlantis Resorts plans world's most expensive resort in Hawaii

Atlantis Resorts' entry into the U.S. could result in the world's most expensive resort. Citing sources close to the situation, Hawaii News Now reported the resort chain is in the process of finalizing a deal to construct a resort in Ko Olina, Hawaii

Discover Dublin's Stoneybatter, a district on the rise

Temple Bar and Grafton Street get the tourist traffic but novelist Rob Doyle knows that Stoneybatter's the cool neighbourhood to explore - if you want a taste of little Williamsburg by the Liffey

Just Back From Grand Celebration: Hits and Misses

When we learned we'd be sailing aboard Bahamas Paradise's Grand Celebration, we weren't just skeptical; we were downright hesitant. The ship, formerly Carnival Celebration, changed hands when Carnival Corp. reallocated it from Carnival Cruise Line to sister brand Costa. By the time Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line purchased the vessel in 2015, it was already 29 years old

25 Reasons to Visit Romania With Diana-Florina Cosmin

Diana is my model in life. She is an amazing writer, a passionate traveler, a very smart and beautiful woman, she is a gifted journalist (editor-in-chief at Forbes), she is well-grounded, sensible and altruistic, and she makes every dream possible. When I read her words, I have one predominant feeling: "now it's time to fly". And I make you a promise: you'll never forget her!

Norwegian Cruise Line to expand in Europe

Make that five ships in Europe for Norwegian Cruise Line. The Miami-based cruise operator on Tuesday announced it would send five vessels to Europe for the summer of 2017 -- one more than this year and the most in its 50-year history

Taxi Drivers and Air Traffic Controllers Go on Strike in France

The actions were part of a wider day of protests in the public sector to denounce staff reductions, low salaries and education overhauls

Europe to end passport-free travel as migrant crisis grows

Europe's passport-free travel zone is set to be suspended for two years after EU ministers demanded a stop to the influx of migrants

7 Days, 1,500 Miles in Namibia

A seven-day journey by four women through a surreal desert landscape yields awe-inspiring sights, and hard-won lessons (know how to change a flat)

JetBlue unveils cabin overhaul for Airbus A320s

Overhaul includes Wi-Fi and power outlets, but also more seats

American and United will allow ticket changes to Zika-affected destinations

Two airlines ease ticket change rules over Zika virus transmitted by mosquitoes in a number of Caribbean and Central and South American countries

A Phoenix 'hood rises: Go for a stroll in funky Roosevelt Row, the city's first walkable neighbourhood

In a city known for its suburban sprawl, the up-and-coming Roosevelt Row - RoRo to locals - stands out as a walkable, colourful, lively community

Travel with the Impressionists: From Monet's garden to Sorolla's Spain

Artists have always drawn inspiration from their surroundings, whether they're natural or man-made, and a new exhibition opening on Saturday at London's Royal Academy of Arts delves into artists' fascination with gardens. "Painting the Modern Garden: Monet to Matisse" explores the influence they exerted on Impressionist, Post-Impressionist and avant-garde artists from the 1860s to the 1920s

The world's most romantic hotels

Our experts offer a guide to the world's most romantic hotels in 11 cities worldwide, featuring the best for romantic getaways, city breaks and Valentine's Day ideas, in locations including Venice, Marrakech, Florence, London, New York, Edinburgh and Bath

Coral Expeditions to Start Asia Cruises on Refurbished Ship

Australia-based cruise line Coral Expeditions has announced its inaugural season in Asia, which will be offered on its flagship, Coral Discoverer, after a major refurbishment. Seven expeditions will be undertaken from November 2016 to February 2017, charting the coastlines of Myanmar, Cambodia, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam and Indonesia

How Visiting India Makes You Feel Alive Again

Despite being a savvy traveler, I had been hesitant about visiting India for a very long time. To be honest, I was intimidated by the very long list of travel suggestions and cautions which I dread

Top 10 wine bars and tasting rooms in Buenos Aires

Argentina's taste for wine is on the rise, as is its capital's bar scene. Here, we pick 10 places to discover hundreds of quality labels from as little as £1.60 a glass

Suspect charged in killing of American woman in Grenada

Police in Grenada say a suspect has been charged with the machete attack on a U.S. couple that left a Georgia woman dead

Twice in Two Months: Passengers Allowed to Skip Customs at JFK

It happened again: Passengers on a flight from Mexico were allowed to exit New York's JFK airport without going through customs and passport control

Alabama challenged on using BP money to build beachfront hotel

Gulf Shores complex would have 350 rooms, host meetings of as many as 1,500 people

Exclusive: First look at Uniworld's new river ship in India

Looking for an off-the-beaten-path destination this year? Our latest Cruise Ship Tour, in the carousel above, offers an exclusive first look at river line Uniworld's new vessel on India's Ganges River, the Ganges Voyager II

15 Reasons Why Frequent Travelers Are More Likely To Be Successful

Frequent travelers learn valuable life skills exploring our world. Here are 15 reasons why they are more likely to be successful because of those skills

From Paris With Love: Valentine’s Day Packages Aim to Boost Tourism

Hotels in Paris are offering Valentine’s Day packages and amenities to help counter the dip in tourism attributable to last November’s terrorist attacks

Love bourbon? This new cruise is for you!

The American Queen Steamboat Company is once again targeting bourbon lovers with a themed voyage through the heart of bourbon country

Walk in the footsteps of Billy the Kid and Apollo astronauts at this national monument in New Mexico

Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument, near Las Cruces, N.M., has hiking and biking trails, grasslands, volcanic craters

Cotton House Hotel offers a warm welcome in beautiful Barcelona

This hotel embraces its location, which happens to be in the heart of all things iconic, architectural, delicious and even beachy

48 Hours in Budapest: Where to go and what to see

Travel essentials Why go now? The weather might be chilly, but the Hungarian capital is warming up with some of its most interesting events. The annual Farsang carnival continues until 10 February with balls and parades held across the city, closely followed by food festivals celebrating the mangalica (the native curly-haired pig) and the Budapest Fish Festival honouring the popular halaszle (fish soup)

Rio Carnival: Where to find the best street parties

A guide to enjoying the more than 500 parties, known as bandas or blocos, that take place across Rio de Janeiro around Carnival weekend

Just Back From: Legend of the Seas

Royal Caribbean's 2,076-passenger Legend of the Seas is calling Brisbane home this summer. We were onboard the 69,000-tonne ship -- half the size of Sydney's Voyager of the Seas and Explorer of the Seas -- cruising with two kids. Here are our hits and misses for Queensland's latest cruise ship addition

Traveling With Anxiety

Traveling on it's own can be, while exciting, a daunting experience. When you pair this with crippling anxiety, it can really deflate any excitement and fun you might be feeling for your upcoming

A new railway rivals a glamorous past

Before Walt Disney came Henry Flagler, who made Florida a tourist hotspot by laying rails along the state's east coast. Now, a new high-speed train is set to follow in his tracks

Why airlines can bump Andie MacDowell from her seat

It's not just airline employee dress codes and pets that can get you booted back to coach — or off the plane entirely

As Oil Plummets, Cheap Jet Fuel Means Better Travel Deals

Cheap oil doesn't just mean cheaper gas prices; it also means cheaper jet fuel. That's led to a big drop in airfares. It's good news for travelers — and for airlines, which have struggled for years

Brooklyn 'Igloo' Gets Iced by Airbnb's Rental Rules

A $200-a-night handmade igloo melted from the market because it didn't meet Airbnb's occupancy standards

Five reasons now is the best time to visit Venice

Winter isn't exactly peak season for tourism in Venice—it's cold, deserted and often rainy—but that's exactly why you should go

Winter Storm Jonas: Flight delays remain in New York, D.C.

The storm dropped snow from the Gulf Coast to New England, with near-record snowfalls tallied from Washington, D.C. to New York City

The incredible golden triangle of India

I clutch the side of the autorickshaw as we swerve to miss a scooter pulling out. We rattle and grind through the narrow streets, past indigo houses and neon Ganesha statues. A group of children chases after us, shrieking with glee as they manage to grab on to the back to say hello

The 10 things Australia does better than anywhere else

There are some travel experiences that Australia does better than anywhere. Here are 10 of them

Chasing quiet charm of a Finnish summer

The arrival of summer in Finland after a long and dark winter is magic I never get tired of. During the light midsummer nights when the sun briefly dips below the horizon, sleeping is optional as there is no time to waste before the weather turns and darkness again rules

Avalanche kills person near Mount Baker ski area

Another person was hospitalized after being hurt on Mount Herman in what officials say was a "pretty frantic situation."

A snow dad reveals what makes a ski resort kid-friendly

Watching a pounding snowstorm from a chairlift at Steamboat ski resort, in northern Colorado, I feel the symptoms rising - shortening breath, furrowing brow, sulking self-pity. It's a classic case of Parental Powder Anxiety Syndrome

10 Reasons Antigua Is the Best Caribbean Hotspot You Haven't Heard Of

The Caribbean has so many great vacation choices from Aruba to Mexico, but here's why Antigua is the island hotspot you need to visit

Rock On! National Park Service Plans Centenntial Bashes in the Bushes

The National Park Service is turning 100 this year, and many parks and outside organizations are planning celebrations. Here are some of the best

Discovering the history of Berlin

Could you have done it? One family zip-lined to freedom -- in a home-crafted zip line. A woman escaped hiding in a hollowed-out surfboard strapped atop her car

Saybrook Point Inn Is Hollywood-Perfect Connecticut

Sometimes, when feeling lazy, writers fish for some other writer's brilliant quotation to open an article, and I admit I looked far and wide to find one about the Nutmeg State, but came up real short

Royal Caribbean Cruises Launches $5M Ocean Conservation Partnership with World Wildlife Fund

A $5 million, five-year ocean conservation project was launched today by Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd (RCCL) in partnership with the World Wildlife Fund (WWF)

British Airways considers reinstating Iran flights

Willie Walsh, the chief executive of British Airways (BA), has suggested that the airline would like to reinstate direct flights to Tehran, the Iranian capital. "We are very interested in flying to Tehran and we are hopeful that it will form part of BA's network in the very near future," Walsh said at a Global Airfinance conference in Dublin last week

Norwegian cancels all Turkey visits by three brands for 2016

Norwegian Cruise Line, Regent Seven Seas Cruises and Oceania Cruises ships have canceled

36 Hours in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic

More than simply a base for the beaches, this energetic city combines a vibrant night life with graceful, centuries-old buildings

Fliers face chaos as blizzard slams East Coast

Air travelers faced at least 48 hours of chaos as a massive winter storm moved over the East Coast. The storm was forecast to bring blizzard conditions, snow and ice from Boston to the Carolinas, potentially snarling flights in Washington, New York, Charlotte and several other of the nation’s busiest airports

Mammoth Mountain ski resort just blew past its snowfall totals for all of last year

It's a fantastic time to be a skier or snowboarder in California. Mammoth Mountain Ski Area in Mammoth Lakes reports that it has received 188 inches of snow so far this winter season. That surpasses the 176 inches of snow the resort received during the entire 2014-15 season

Where Parisians vacation: Charming and sophisticated

Colmar is just a three-hour TGV ride from the City of Lights. And if its romantic good looks are not enough to charm you, consider this: It's the heart of Alsatian wine country - and flatbread with cheese, cream and lardons is a local specialty

Bed down in a treehouse, from Thailand to Lapland

Of all the rooms at Keemala, Phuket's newest resort which opened in December, the seven Tree Pool Houses are the ones to book. These futuristic-looking bosky dwellings are inspired by a mythological clan, the We-Ha (Sky) people, who are believed to have built their homes suspended from the ground

The 50 greatest hotels in the world

A guide to the world's best hotels, featuring the most amazing places to stay in destinations including Europe, Asia, Indian Ocean, Africa, Americas, Middle East and Caribbean, for honeymoons, luxury escapes and city breaks, as chosen and reviewed by Telegraph Travel's team of editors and destination experts

Tauck to Reconfigure Majority of River Cruise Fleet

Tauck River Cruising plans to reconfigure more than half of its European fleet over the next two years, bringing its older ships in line with new-builds, and matching each vessel to its destination

Five Ways to Travel for Free in 2016

Last week's national Powerball obsession clearly demonstrates that we all want to win something. And who doesn't want more travel experiences? Everyone wants to have more fun and loves new experiences. We especially all want everything for free too

Concorde's maiden flight was 40 years ago today

Concorde's first commercial flight was in January 1976. Twelve years after its retirement, enthusiasts are hoping to see it airborne again - and a new generation of supersonic aircraft is in development

Atlanta airport surpasses O'Hare as busiest in flights, passengers

Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport has gone back to wearing the double crown as the world's busiest airport, ranking highest in both flight counts and passengers for 2015

16 of the world's hottest neighborhoods for tourists

It's a decision faced by many a traveler heading to a new city. Do you: A) Stay in the most popular area for tourists, thereby ensuring you're close to all the action? Or B) Try to find accommodation in an up-and-coming neighborhood to get a better sense of how the locals really live?

Colorado's Hot Springs Make for a Steamy Winter Getaway

While Denver’s restaurants, arcade bars, burlesque-fused comedy shows, expansive parks and outdoor activities (not to mention the pot) will keep anyone entertained for days, I still found myself craving a few day trips when I was there on a recent trip

From Epiphany to Fat Tuesday, Mardi Gras celebrations beyond New Orleans

“Be aggressive,” she schooled me. “People will run you over to get those beads.” My friend Amy was prepping me for my first foray into Mardi Gras in Mississippi. Yes, that’s right: Not New Orleans

Revamp of Blue Lagoon Cruises’ flagship vessel the Fiji Princess includes refreshed dining and drinks list, wi-fi and extra activities

The sun sets behind a row of palm trees as a ukulele strums softly. Lamps along the beach are already lit and our icy cocktails sit before us on the rear deck of Fiji Princess, which is tied casually to a fat palm tree

Pilots and Flight Attendants Confess the 21 Dirty Secrets of Flying

Flying can make up a huge part of our lives, especially if it's a part of your profession. The following question was asked on Reddit sometime at the end of last year: Flight Attendants, Pilots, or Engineers, what are secrets that passengers don't know when you ride on planes or things you can get for free from the cabin or crew?

This Capsule May Soon Take You on a Ride to the Stratosphere

A balloon trip to the stratosphere is a step closer to reality after a company with plans to offer out-of-this-world excursions got the go head by lawmakers to build a spaceport

In Search of Japan’s Hidden Culinary Revolution

From Tokyo to Kanazawa in this food-obsessed nation, sampling the culinary wizardry of a new wave of creative chefs

10 hotels to jump start your New Year's resolutions

From a yoga retreat in Costa Rica to a culinary school in California, here are our top picks for 2016

Touring the Alexandria, Va., Civil War historic sites that inspire PBS' 'Mercy Street'

The Civil War history of Alexandria, Virginia, is spotlighted in "Mercy Street" on PBS. The city's sites offer exhibits and events

The best spots in Portugal for port lovers

Rather than fail at abstaining in 2016, save yourself for a tipple-themed Portugal jaunt instead

Which are the best budget river cruises?

The best budget river cruise options, with tips and advice on gratuities, excursions and Rhine and Danube suggestions

Just Back From Freedom of the Seas: 3 Things We Love Post-Refurb (and 2 We Don't)

In 2015, Freedom of the Seas underwent a refurbishment that included propeller work, new carpeting, the addition of two restaurants, a new disco and a handful of cabins. We joined the vessel for a seven-night Eastern Caribbean sailing and tried out the offerings for ourselves. Here's a list of things -- both new and old -- that either blew us away or left us frustrated

12 Reasons Why You Should Visit Havana Now and 10 Tips Once You Get There

The flight from Miami to Havana took less than an hour. After we checked in to the Hotel Nacional we wasted no time and left the hotel so we could start experiencing Havana. We walked to the Malecán, the iconic seawall that protects the city from the ocean. Two fishermen talked as they held fishing lines in the water

Japan to drop the swastika from its tourist maps

The symbol, used in Japan to denote Buddhist temples, has been deemed confusing and will be replaced by a pagoda

World's best hotel is a palace

One of the largest private residences in the world, Umaid Bhawan Palace in Jodhpur, India, was built between 1928 and 1943 for Maharaja Umaid Singh

Uber Partners With Airbus for On-Demand Helicopter Rides

Airbus has established a partnership with Uber as part of an experiment that would allow Uber users to hail copters

Deal to keep Central Park's horses would banish pedicabs

New York's pedicab operators say they were the unwitting victims of some political horse trading. In an angry protest Tuesday, the city's bicycle taxi drivers charged that their most lucrative routes pedaling tourists through Central Park were outlawed without their knowledge as part of the city's deal to overhaul the popular horse carriage industry

16 Under-the-Radar Spots in Mexico

Explore Mexico's underrated gems - from small colonial towns that take you back in time to exquisite beaches to darling hotels with lovely amenities and remote eco-lodges that take you on exciting outdoor adventures

8 Ways to Celebrate David Bowie’s Life in New York City

Bookstores, theaters, cafes and concerts — a guide to following in the Manhattan footsteps of the late David Bowie (songs included)

Cruise ship tours: The charm of the Royal Clipper

Looking for something different for your next cruise? Our latest Cruise Ship Tour, in the carousel above, offers a deck-by-deck look at one of the most unusual passenger vessels afloat: sailing line Star Clippers' Royal Clipper

Say goodbye to free parking at Aria, Bellagio and 10 other Las Vegas hotels

The cost for a visit to Sin City is about to climb for guests at MGM Resorts' 12 properties along the Strip. Within a few months, free parking will disappear — and it’s unclear whether other Las Vegas hotels will follow suit

Four intriguing options for your travel schedule

Including an arts New Orleans hotel and an indyllic New Zealand retreat

Holidays for single travellers: From exotic adventures to spa breaks

From the freedom of setting your own agenda to simply having time to think or read, there's a lot to be said for holidaying on one's own

Cruise lines avoiding Turkey ports due to 'safety concerns'

Two cruise lines have decided to cancel calls into ports in Turkey until further notice

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines Refuses Booking for Disabled Passenger

A disabled woman has been prevented from cruising on a Fred. Olsen ship departing from Liverpool Cruise Terminal due to her being unable to get out of her wheelchair

The Best Route 66 Hotels

The Mother Road is a true thrill ride. America's most iconic highway meanders from downtown Chicago all the way to the Santa Monica Pier in California

Top 10 backpacker lodges in South Africa's Eastern Cape

Looking for beauty on a budget? These eco-friendly cabins and huts on the Eastern Cape offer sustainable stays in stunning locations, with easy access to outdoor activities and volunteering opportunities

10 reasons to visit Uruguay

Sandwiched between two Latin American travel powerhouses, laid back Uruguay is one of the continent's most inviting secrets

How to Travel the World Together Without Killing Each Other

Traveling with your partner is terrifically satisfying. Shared experiences are fulfilling; your relationship can find itself strengthening in new ways. However, stress and challenges are a reality in all relationships, and especially so when traveling full time

A smoking hot encounter in Japan's deep south

For some reason I scarcely notice the volcano at first. My Ponant ship has sailed into Kagoshima in the early morning, and perhaps I'm distracted by breakfast and map studying

Allegiant adds direct New Orleans flights to 2 Florida cities

Allegiant Air will launch nonstop flights from two Florida cities

Dates to remember for the cheapest flights of 2016

If you're planning any trips this year, check out these deadlines on best dates to fly

Historic Ritz Hotel in Paris Damaged by Rooftop Fire

Fire engulfed the top floor of Paris' Ritz Carlton hotel, burning out of control for hours. The hotel was due to re-open in March after three-year renovation

Brooklyn Men Sue Airline Over Alleged Muslim Discrimination

Four Brooklyn men have filed a $9 million federal lawsuit claiming they were racially profiled as Muslims and kicked off a flight from Toronto to New York

An insider's look at a cruise ship kennel (yes they exist)

“Coco has sailed across the ocean more than 70 times.” I am standing on Deck 12 of the Queen Mary 2. Above us the sky is clear and the sun is bright, below the North Atlantic is blue and rolling, around us the air chilly and fresh

Eww! New Study Finds Expensive Hotels Have More Germs

You may not like who you’re sharing your hotel with. In a new study titled “Hotel Hygiene Exposed,” finds that the average hotel room is teaming with more icky bacteria than a typical home, airplane, or school

Top 10 craft beer pubs in Oxford

Oxford's emerging craft beer scene offers a good mix of cosy, cool and chilled-out city centre pubs and bars

12 Things to Do in Bali. The Last One is Unbelievable.

It's on everyone's bucket list. Everyone. And for good reason. Just whisper the seductive word "Bali" at a party and witness the dreamy, faraway look in the hearer's eyes. Bali is more than just a destination. It's the epitome of an exotic paradise

The world's best wildlife holidays: an A-Z guide

From aardvark to zebra - via quokka and X-ray tetra - we offer a guide to 26 of the most memorable wildlife experiences

Somerleyton Hall, Lovingland, Suffolk - hotel review

I struggle to fall asleep at Somerleyton Hall. My bedroom is too distracting. At midnight I'm still cartwheeling across the expansive carpet and doing handstands against the enormous bed; a bed which I need a leg-up to clamber on to. Once there, spread-eagled on the satin bedclothes, I can't help but scramble to my feet and star-jump joyously towards the ceiling

Salt Spring Island is a hot destination

Salt Spring Island is a hot destination for 2016 – but that’s not likely to change the magic of its vintage chilled-out ways

These airlines bring a taste of place aboard

These flights showcase local cuisine from the country of origin or the destination ahead

On the Stockholm Waterfront, ‘Renewing a New City’

Sustainable housing plans have transformed Hammarby Sjostad, a neighborhood in Stockholm. Now, new cultural projects are providing another boost

10 cruise ship suites that will blow your mind

It's a new era of super swank at sea as lines roll out ever larger accommodations

Despite Terrorism and Unrest, Travel Was Up in 2015

Despite what sometimes felt like a constant threat of terrorism in 2015, the travel sector held its own. Indeed, 1.2 billion people visited countries that were not their own last year, up 4.4 percent from the previous year, according to the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO)

How Millennials Changed Business Travel

Millennials are being credited with influencing new travel trends that will begin to take hold in 2016. NBC's Chris Clackum reports

Iowa’s Heartland Beyond the Campaign Trail

With the caucuses weeks away, a road trip reaffirms that our nation, beginning with Iowa, is full of unsung surprises

10 cruise ship suites that will blow your mind

It's a new era of super swank at sea as lines roll out ever larger accommodations

Aboard the luxurious Azamara Quest, a pirate scare adds to the intrigue

As the Azamara Quest repositions itself for a Mideast cruise, a traveler is surprised to learn the Gulf of Aden passage raises a possibility of pirates

In search of Britain's rarest and most elusive species in the Scottish Highlands

Stalking something invisible is strange enough when you

Emerald Waterways to Launch Two New River Ships

Emerald Waterways will launch two new ships in 2017 -- one plying France's Rhone and Saone rivers and a second smaller ship bound for Portugal's Douro River. Emerald Liberté will carry 138 passengers in 70 cabins and Emerald Radiance will carry 112 passengers in 56 cabins

The World's Most Beautiful Libraries

While we all know that you shouldn't judge a book by its cover, this is one case in which evaluating something on its appearance is not only accepted

The Top 26 Pet-Friendly Airlines

If you're a pet-owner like me, the thought of leaving your beloved friend at home while you're far away in a distant land is hard enough. I'm hoping that I'll be able to bring my dog, Saki, with me on some of my trips

Valentine's Day 'kissing booths' come to New York's Times Square

A "romantic" art project, featuring golden, mirrored hearts, is to be unveiled in Times Square for Valentine's Day, allowing tourists and locals to pucker up

Where 80% of people live underground

The opal mining town of Coober Pedy takes living down under to a new level, escaping dangerous 50C temperatures by burrowing underground

Boeing reveals the airplane of the future (and it's not good)

From ceiling projections of a starry sky at night to mood lighting to giant curved screens in first class, Boeing is planning some big design changes to its future plane cabins – though the economy-class seats still don’t look comfortable

Top 10 ethical travel destinations for 2016

Help has arrived for travelers who've resolved to avoid spending their tourism cash in countries with poor human rights and environmental records

Five Things You Need to Know About Zika Virus

Health experts have issued a travel advisory about Zika virus, which is spreading fast across Latin America

"Secret hotel" booked on Lastminute.com was anything but four-star

We took advantage of its "top secret hotels" service, but the Memphis Hotel Museum Square in Amsterdam is undergoing a major renovation

These hotels from around the world offer quirky turndown services

These hotels from around the world are taking turndown service to the next level with quirky amenities and offerings

World War II concentration camp to be converted into beach resort

Renderings of Montenegro's Mamula Island, in the Adriatic Sea, show a restored fortress surrounded by an overflow pool, beach club, a dance floor for parties and a marina for yachts

Yosemite famed sites forced to change names due to trademark dispute

The names of iconic hotels and other landmarks in the world-famous Yosemite National Park will soon change in an ongoing battle over who owns the intellectual property, park officials said Thursday

The 'American Horror Story Hotel' exists in real life, here's where to find it

Can the country's most cursed address really become the latest hipster hot spot?

JetBlue data center outage causes flight delays, shuts down site

The Long Island City-based airline said they were experiencing intermittent network issues

Award-Winning Mixologist Partners with HAL and Other Cruise News

James Beard-winning mixologist Dale DeGroff has partnered with Holland America Line to offer exclusive cocktails across its fleet. Drinks including the Hemingway Daiquiri and the "Slightly Less Than Perfect" Perfect Manhattan will be available at bars onboard Eurodam from January and across the remaining ships by spring

The Top Cruise Trends of 2016

Feel that breeze? It's "wave season" for cruise lines right now, which brings the best deals of the year and predictions on what to expect in the coming months

5 Reasons to Get Out and Travel!

I realize that not everyone wants to travel, but there is no question that it provides invaluable experience and insight to the traveler and to the people the traveler knows or meets. Here are five excellent reasons to see other parts of the world

In Dubai, 4 Places Where Brunch Is a Party

Look up the word brunch in Wikipedia and you’ll find only one city with a separate entry: Dubai. The extravagant, Instagram-worthy experiences there include ending the day with a nighttime trip to the top of the Burj Khalifa or to a fully floodlit golf course

36 Hours in Quebec City

In Quebec’s capital, hip and historic exist side by side, with cultural and culinary enticements for all manner of visitors

'United's quest to be less awful'

Can United to turn around its reputation for customer service? Business magazine takes a look

An enlightening weekend in Mendocino's romantic seaside surroundings

Mendocino is a charming, historic hamlet perfect for weddings and romantic weekends. And as a Maine setting for 'Murder, She Wrote'

Hotel Jackson offers Western chic amidst Wyoming cowboy culture

You could say it stands out like a weasel in a henhouse, or you could say it's a breath of fresh air

Backwater cruises and ancient cures in Kerala

Within a few hours of arriving among the cobbled lanes of old Fort Kochi, Kerala's historic heartland, you already get the impression that this region might actually live up to its extravagant nickname. India's southernmost state is known as "God's Own Country", as proud Keralites remind visitors constantly

48 Hours in Paris: Where to go and what to see

The French capital has a host of new, revived and hidden attractions, making the city ripe for another visit. After three years of closure, the Rodin Museum (1) reopened this winter in the 18th-century Hôtel Biron

Is Istanbul safe for tourists right now?

A suicide bomber killed 10 people and wounded 15 others on Tuesday morning, when he detonated a device in a popular tourist area of the Turkish capital, Istanbul

Elena Ferrante’s Naples, Then and Now

The anonymous author’s novels can serve as a sort of guidebook to modern Naples

My Return to Nepal, in Memoriam

Paying tribute to my father and reflecting on a changing country during a four-day trek in the Himalayan foothills

Best solo trips for 2016

Solo trips are an ideal way to explore these nine exciting destinations

Hotel workers confirm all of your worst cleaning nightmares on anonymous Whisper app

Don't ask the last time your blanket was cleaned. You can't handle the truth

Buffet at Wynn, 2.0: What to eat at upgraded Vegas spread

After a month-long closure, The Buffet relaunched with more than 100 new offerings

Visit Veracruz, Mexico's Mercado de Pescaderia

Veracruz is famous for having some of Mexico's best seafood. See it all at the market

Top 10 family farmstay holidays in the UK

As well as collecting eggs and petting animals, these farmstays offer loads of indoor and outdoor facilities to keep kids - and their parents - happily occupied

Catching the night train to the Scottish Highlands

Bored by the four walls of his local in south London, Julian Coman caught the overnight train to Knoydart to enjoy spectacular scenery and a pint in one of Britain's most remote pubs

These Are The Most Beautiful Towns In America, Hands Down

Whether they have over-the-top American charm (we're looking at you, Woodstock, Vermont) or proximity to some of the loveliest landscapes on earth (hello, Big Sur), these towns are worth a stopover

World's Epic Tree Houses You Can Actually Stay In

Imagine spending the night surrounded by nature, sleeping in a comfy bed in a room with a magical view of a forest or an ocean... All of that while there is nothing but air beneath

Airlines to report 'blowout' record profits amid low gas prices, higher fees

U.S. airlines are poised this month to report"blowout" industry profits for 2015 that could set a record since deregulation in 1978

Carnival Inspiration to Undergo Multimillion-Dollar Refurb

Carnival Inspiration will undergo a multimillion-dollar refurbishment during a three-week dry dock in Oregon from January 18 to February 5. Highlights of the makeover include Guy's Burger Joint, BlueIguana Cantina, as well as three new bars

5 Top Cruising Tips for Seniors

Whether you're booking through a travel agent or on your own, you should inquire about senior discounts

In England, Cheltenham Enjoys a Cultural Renaissance

Hotels, restaurants, art spaces and festivals are infusing fresh vigor to this former spa haven

Best Amtrak routes for snow lovers

Revel in the winter landscape from the comfort of a window seat

Chicagoland was Disney's land (and will be again)

Walt Disney's Chicago birthplace is being turned into a museum meant to honor the man and his legacy

Photo tour: The Italian flair of a Costa Cruises ship

USA Today Cruise's latest Cruise Ship Tour looks at the Costa Luminosa

10 under-the-radar destinations for 2016

Everyone’s talking about Cuba, Brazil (host of the Summer Olympics) and Rome (for the Pope’s Jubilee Year of Mercy), but there are plenty of places around the world that the masses haven’t discovered yet

Top 10 beach hotels and BandBs on New Zealand's South Island

Beach resorts and retreats on New Zealand's South Island make the most of dramatic views, as well as offering a tranquil getaway. Here are 10 to suit the calm, collected - and the adventurous

Literary travel: around the world in 10 must-read books

Ann Morgan spent a year reading a book from every country in the world - 196 in total. Here she picks 10 favourites that vividly evoke the regions they describe

Top 10 family adventure holidays in Europe

These family-friendly adventure holidays answer the call of the wild - but are perfectly doable for a wide range of ages

In praise of boring places

Eric Weiner finds that when you relinquish the spectacular, you're rewarded with the quieter joy of the ordinary

Inside Spain's secret food societies

Secure an invite to one of these private clubs, and you'll see how San Sebastian's proud yet somewhat reserved people open up around the common bond of good food and drink

What the secret codes used in Tube announcements really mean

In the wake of recent global news events, it is unsurprising that people living in big cities may feel slightly on edge as they go about their daily commute

Azamara's First World Cruise to Visit 61 Ports in 29 Countries

Azamara Club Cruises' first-ever world cruise is set for 2018. The 102-night cruise onboard Azamara Journey will begin in Sydney on March 7 and end in London on June 17, visiting 61 ports in 29 countries along the way

Flushing Sound? Japanese Toilets Explained

After a 13-hour flight, upon our arrival at Tokyo's Narita International Airport, I made my usual ladies room stop upon deplaning. This proved to be my first, "Toto, we're not in Philadelphia anymore" moment of our trip

Luxury chalet of the week: La Bergerie, Courchevel

Take a tour of La Bergerie in Courchevel 1850, which costs up to €517,700 a week

Four Things You Should Know Before Using a Travel Agent (From a Former Agent)

Since I was a little girl, planning travel was something I delighted in. I would peruse travel guides and tour books while Mom and Dad mapped out of summer vacation route. As an exchange student in high school, I could hop on public transportation and cure my wanderlust with a friend

Hotels Offer Perks for Four-Legged Guests

A dog bed and a free rawhide bone may have represented the hospitality vanguard for pet friendliness a decade ago, but now the bar has been raised, not just by hotels supplying monogrammed doggy robes and play parks, but even tour operators that welcome canine companions

Will $99 fares to Europe become the new normal?

$99 fares on flights from California to Iceland and Europe go on sale Tuesday at 9 a.m. ET

Colorado's best breweries and distilleries near ski towns

Here's where beer (and spirits) loving skiers can sip near the slopes in Colorado

Follow explorers' adventurous route across Ross Sea on these Antarctic cruises

Sail to Antarctica the challenging way aboard an icebreaker that crosses the Ross Sea

Little-known Fleurieu Peninsula, Australia, is heavy with local culture and light on commercialism

Fleurieu Peninsula, Australia, with its selection of wines, beaches and restaurants, is a great place to explore

Riverboat fantasy: An African safari by river is unlike any you'll experience on land

Leave the land and the Land Rovers behind for an up-close and personal (yet relaxed and pampered) experience with hippos, elephants and more aboard a luxury houseboat

Seven things airlines don't want you to know about flying

Buy a ticket, taxi down the runway, and take off. Flying is easy enough, right? Sure, there might be a little bump during the flight, or the cabin could run out of the chicken curry you were hankering after, but soon enough you'll land and get on with the rest of your day

Sleep in a rooftop railway carriage in Brussels

Back in 1835, Brussels became the world's first capital city to get a railway line - two years before London. Although Midi remains the city's main station, the area around a stop on the old line is becoming something of a trainspotter's paradise

St Petersburg: a sparkling city for all seasons

Relations between Britain and Putin's Russia may have become pretty frosty of late but the romance of the place and its past goes on, thanks to the BBC's latest adaptation of Tolstoy's epic War and Peace, with all those glittering balls and passionate aristocrats readying themselves for battle

10 of the best rail journeys you've probably never heard of

From a journey into the Arctic Circle to a trip along Borneo

The world's fastest growing airlines

Ryanair, easyJet, Wizz Air and other low-cost carriers introduced the most new routes last year

Live from Seabourn Sojourn: 7 Things We Love About the Food

We admit, when we first read the list of events for Seabourn's Third Food and Wine Cruise -- a 14-day sail through Southeast Asia -- our inner foodie felt overwhelmed

The Surefire Way To Spot Bedbugs In Your Hotel Room

Bedbugs are the ultimate travel nightmare, and you might not know you've brought them home with you until it's too late. Spare yourself the mental and financial anguish of bedbugs by always doing this one thing as soon as you step into your hotel room

Where Sports Fans Should Go in 2016

Whether your game is golf, soccer, snow biking or Ping-Pong, 2016 is shaping up to be a flag-waving year among fans

How to score the best seat on the plane

Check out these apps and tools to make your next flight more comfortable

Hotel building boom bringing 100,000 new rooms to U.S. cities

Travelers looking for a home on the road will have lots of new choices this year

Landmark NYC restaurants' other locations

Find trademark tastes of New York City at these destination restaurants' other locations

Cruise smackdown: Norwegian Breakaway vs. Carnival Magic

Which cruise line has the hotter ship? You decide

Top cruising trends in 2016

Some big changes are on the horizon for cruising regulars and sailing newbies

Best resorts in Orlando: Conde Nast Readers

From theme park perks to golf and luxury spas, these Orlando-area resorts have something to offer for the whole family

How to do the Sundance Film Festival on a budget

Enjoying the festival fun doesn't have to cost you an arm and a leg

Giant robots battle sea monsters in Pacific Rim 5-D motion-simulator attraction

A new motion-simulator attraction based on the "Pacific Rim" science fiction monster movie by filmmaker Guillermo del Toro will bring the war between gigantic robots and monstrous sea creatures to a Northern California amusement park

California offers plenty of alternative wineries outside Napa Valley

Visit the state's other wine regions for refreshingly unpretentious counterpoints to typical, slick operations

The Principal Madrid offers quiet elegance amid a lively city

This five-star hotel tucked into a Renaissance-style building feels like a period movie set, waiting for you to write your own script

Samoa: A paradise you really have to want to visit

At the Upolu to Savai'i ferry terminal an older man reclines on a bench below a café serving hatch, the Samoan equivalent of a greasy spoon. He catches my eye, raises half a coconut, smiles and beckons to me. I'm in no hurry, Samoa isn't a place to be in haste, and I wander over to see what he wants

If This Doesn't Make You Want To Go To Kauai, Nothing Will

A never-before-seen perspective of one of Hawaii's most treasured destinations? Yes, please

These Are The 10 Worst Habits Of Airplane Passengers

What kind of traveler are you?

52 Places to Go in 2016

It’s a big world out there, so we’ve narrowed it down for you. From ancient temples to crystalline waters, here are our top destinations to visit this year

Where Music Lovers Should Go in 2016

From the drums of Berkina Faso to a Battle of the Bands in Montreal, highlights in a year of music

A Trip Through Johannesburg With Its Coolest Resident

Describing Moonchild Sanelly’s look with precision is an impossible feat — it’s as if Sailor Moon took an acid trip through the continent of Africa. But it’s distinctly South African: wildly inventive, undeniably original and solidly homegrown

20 must-eat dining destinations in Hong Kong

Hong Kong is a must-visit for the culinary traveler with dim sum, dumplings and more

Stephen Fry offers etiquette tips at Heathrow Airport

Fry stars in an offbeat video offering tips for visitors on handling various situations

Airfare 2016: What you need to know

Where to go in 2016? Here are some predictions for cheap bucket-list destinations

Telluride's mountains get all the glory, but the town itself captures the imagination in any season

There's much more than skiing in Telluride - with a history shaped by miners, hippies, Scandinavian settlers and infamous bank robbers

Perth hotels: From beachside suburbs to a converted prison

The 140-year-old State Buildings that give this hotel its name have been used as various public offices over the years, including the Lands, Titles and Treasury departments

Phum Baitang, Siem Reap, Cambodia - hotel review: Luxury in the jungle

With the charming, once sleepy, Siem Reap now bulging at the seams, the timing could not be better for a hotel to open outside town, in the tranquil Cambodian countryside, yet still within easy reach of the temples that draw the crowds

First Antarctic Cruise to Mawson's Huts in Five Years

The first passenger cruise in five years to Antarctica's historic Mawson's Huts will depart from Australia on Saturday after two massive icebergs finally moved out of the way

The future of cruise ships looks like a giant manta ray

Looking like something straight out of a science fiction movie, this gigantic ship could be the future of cruising

How to Stimulate the Local Economy When Travelling to Sun Destinations

When you pre-book tours and excursions through a company in your own country or the tour desk on a cruise ship, remember, you are working through middlemen. When you work through middlemen in any industry, everybody has to get their cut

12 Essential Tips for Vacationing Alone

A wise French dude once proclaimed, "Hell is other people" -- we can only guess he said this after spending two weeks traveling with a buddy

United hit with $2.7M fine after violating several consumer rules

United Airlines drew a $2.7 million fine from the government on Thursday for violating rules aimed at protecting disabled passengers and preventing long tarmac delays

Report ranks the world's safest airlines

Most travelers buy an airplane ticket based on price and schedule convenience. But before clicking the “purchase” button, some fliers also take a moment to see where a chosen airline sits on AirlineRatings.com’s annual list of safety rankings

Spirit switches CEOs but extreme low-cost philosophy stays same

After a year in which its stock price lagged behind its peers, Spirit Airlines said Tuesday that it has named Robert Fornaro, a longtime airline executive who helmed AirTran prior to its merger with Southwest, as its new president and CEO

Six Reasons to Visit Europe in Winter

Discover how visiting Europe in winter can help you avoid crowds, save money and have a better trip

Four beautifully-designed destinations to put on your radar in 2016

An Italian-inspired coffee bar in New York, a French brasserie in Florida, a Brazilian science museum and a high-end Swiss hotel

The world's wettest places: in pictures

What miserable weather Britain is experiencing. Just be grateful you don't live in one of these places

Faena Hotel Miami Beach takes centre stage-Telegraph

The dazzling hub of Miami's emerging Faena District, theatrical Faena Hotel Miami Beach is the city's most dramatic new hotel

San Sebastián: Seaside beauty that Basques in its glory

Freewheeling along San Sebastián's six kilometres of coastal cycle path, you can't help but think this must be one of the most naturally blessed seaside cities in Europe. Clinging to the curves of the Basque country's rugged shore, its historic centre is also photogenically bookended by the imposing slopes of Monte Urgull to the east and Monte Igeldo to the west, with the glittering pin-up of La Concha beach in the middle

The Great Barrier Reef: Diving the reef for the first time

Jacques Cousteau, the father of recreational diving, once said: "The sea, once it casts its spell, holds one in its net of wonder forever." And I have to agree; I've been obsessed with the Great Barrier Reef since watching nature documentaries in the Nineties, in which the divers' fluorescent wetsuits were almost as bright as multi-coloured fish

40 Popular Tourist Scams Every Traveler Should Know About

For international travelers, a fantasy vacation can quickly turn sour because of a scam. Yes, experiencing the unknown is part of the fun of traveling, but a vacation can become a nightmare when you're constantly wary of getting scammed in addition to struggling with language barriers

Regent Seven Seas' New Cruise Ship to Offer Gourmet Mediterranean Food Tours

Regent Seven Seas' new ship Seven Seas Explorer, will debut this summer with a selection of new food tour options. The 22 Gourmet Explorer Tours will be available on Explorer's Mediterranean sailings and are designed to enhance the food experiences on offer in the ship's Culinary Arts Kitchen

A Social Media App That Will Teleport You to Anywhere in the World

We all love social media. Admit it -- if you're not glued to your screen, gawking at insanely beautiful outdoor photographs from greats such as Chris Burkard on Instagram, you're tweeting about seven of the world's greatest treks, or places to see in 2016

The Biggest Mistakes You Can Make Traveling In Europe

Aside from the typical advice not to drape yourself in an American flag (or the equivalent Team America uniform of stonewashed jeans, North Face fleece, running shoes, and a baseball cap), here are a few real-life tips to help you avoid making regrettable mistakes while traveling through Europe

Cruising with kids? You need to know these tips

There’s nothing like a cruise for a family vacation. It’s easy. No packing and unpacking. Tons of entertainment for every age. And food options guaranteed to please the pickiest of eaters

Robert De Niro’s Caribbean Resort Plan Draws Criticism

The plan to open a luxury property called Paradise Found in Barbuda has stalled, though the government vows construction will begin this year

36 Hours in Havana

This confounding capital, a mix of past and present, freedom and restriction, has come alive with new energy and ingenuity

How to Deal With Flight Delays and Other Travel Headaches

Travel in an age of uncertain climate means learning to deal with flight delays and other obstacles. Tips on how to be ready for whatever comes your way

Here's how to get free domestic and international lounge access on American Airlines

Air Berlin, a member of oneworld, is making a play for more U.S. traveler business by offering an elite status match to other airline elites

How hotels are reimagining the lobby in 2016

Forget the traditional hotel lobby. This is how accommodations are elevating the experience for 2016

Groovy Caribbean: The region's best music festivals in 2016

The Caribbean's sunny shores will host music festivals from every music genre this year

This guy paid $800 for an Uber home on New Year's (surge prices reached 9.9x)

Uber riders have complained about surge prices of up to 9.9x on New Year

Photo tour: A stylish new ship that will get you off the beaten path

USA TODAY's latest ship tour looks at the just-unveiled, 36-passenger Avalon Myanmar

Upscale Hyde Lounge adds to the glitz of the coming Las Vegas arena

When the Las Vegas arena opens in April, there will be a swank Hyde Lounge for folks to hang in

Tips to ease the journey when traveling with portable medical devices needing power

A tourist whose device to assist breathing blew out a hotel's electric service shares tips on how to travel with medical equipment without incident

Americans Who Owe Taxes Could Lose Their Passports

Thanks to a new law that went into effect on January 1, the State Department now has the right to revoke the passports of anyone the IRS says has a serious

Britain's best hotel rooms with a view

"I want to see the Arno," cried Lucy. "The rooms the Signora promised us in her letter would have looked over the Arno."

More Star Pride Cruises Canceled as Ship Undergoes Final Repairs

Windstar Cruises has canceled all Star Pride sailings through April 9, following a December 21 grounding incident in Panama that left the ship's hull damaged

Death in Paradise: Guadeloupe, the real-life St Marie

James Henderson explores the island locations of BBC One's tropical detective series "Death in Paradise"

15 Islands You Need in Your Life: No Passport Required

Stunning, shimmering sunsets across the water, the peaceful lullaby of waves crashing and the wind blowing, the feeling of truly being removed for your everyday life. Islands are pretty much the best. While it's wonderful to get that coveted passport stamp, there are plenty of islands to escape to that don't require a passport

What to Do When Weather Upends Your Vacation

I flew out of New York City during Christmas week, when the temperature was in the 70s. I landed in southern New Mexico, hours before a giant snowstorm

Fliers Go Their Own Way With Airline Meals

Business travelers have plenty to think about when they fly. Once wheels come up, laptops land on the tray table. But diving into spreadsheets, business plans and email requires sustenance

In Tbilisi, a Hotel for V.I.P.s and Sophisticates Alike

Tbilisi’s first Design Hotel is a dash of 21st-century chic in a city more than 1,400 years old. Centrally situated off the city’s primary thoroughfare, Rustaveli Avenue, the eight-story building was a publishing house during Soviet rule before gaining a new facade of reclaimed wood and black metal trim

These 6 female-founded companies are changing travel for women

Despite a lack of female execs in aviation, there are powerful women creating change and founding great companies in the travel industry

Los Angeles or San Francisco?

Which city reigns supreme as the Golden State's culinary king?

New thrills for 2016: The coolest rides coming to theme parks

Ready for some new screams? These ten coasters will test your courage at parks around the USA

Fans rally to say goodbye to popular Disney, Universal rides in Orlando

Beloved attractions are being removed to make room for newer rides

Delta pilot turns plane around to pick up grieving family

The holiday season may be over, but one Delta pilot showed he still has the good-natured spirit when he turned his plane around to pick up a Phoenix family who was going to miss their father’s funeral

The best casinos outside of Las Vegas

There's great gambling action from coast to coast

The 53 largest cruise ships in the world

We've found the 53 largest cruise ships in the world -- count down to number 1 with us!

Sinsational Sintra - A Land for All Seasons

I came to the furthest most Western region of Europe to be dazzled by Moorish castles, 17th-century mansions, vast open spaces for hiking and exploration, dreamy gardens, and to see why so many of my writing traveler colleagues were sold on Sintra

New year, new extra charges at cruise giant Carnival

The line is the latest to go fleetwide with fees for room service items

Getting Lucky in Tokyo's Asakusa

The Seven Gods of Good Luck play an important part in Japan's love of luck. These deities made their way from India and China along the Buddhist trail with one Japanese Shinto Kami (god/spirit) thrown in for good measure

Shangri-La Far Eastern Plaza Hotel offers a taste of Taipei

It's the perfect home base for food lovers, with two of the city's famed night markets within easy walking distance

A Hawaiian Island Where Everybody Knows Your Name

“When you come to Molokai, don’t try to change Molokai. Molokai will change you.” As Waipa Purdy uttered those words, a lovely scene of unhurried life was playing out around him

Where to Go in St. Petersburg

Rubinstein Street has seen a fresh wave of restaurants recently, adding to the traditional draw of its theaters

Hotel and Resort News: Boston Stay With a View of Fenway

There’s a new view of Fenway Park in Boston: Hotel Commonwealth, in the city’s Back Bay neighborhood, recently unveiled a wing as part of a $50 million expansion and renovation overlooking the famous baseball stadium

A dog's life: Bring along (and pamper) your pup while traveling

It's not a vacation without the whole family; these spots let your dog join in the fun

40 flavors only found in Columbus, Ohio

Get a taste of the trademark places to eat and drink in Ohio's capital city

San Francisco airport celebrates serving 50 million passengers in 2015

Fifty million passengers passed through San Francisco International Airport in 2015, an SFO passenger traffic record airport officials did not let go by unnoticed

Healthy vacations to start the New Year right

Kick off the new year right with one of these clean-living getaways

Windstar Cancels Additional Star Pride Cruises, Passenger Describes Grounding

More sailings on Windstar's Star Pride have been canceled after a grounding of the ship in Panama on December 22

Lindblad Expeditions Acquires Cruise Ship Via Australis, Set to Sail Galapagos

Expedition cruise line Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic will add another cruise ship to its fleet in 2016 with the $18 million purchase of Via Australis. Currently sailing Patagonia under cruise line Australis, the ship will redeploy to the Galapagos once it undergoes a $10 million refurbishment in late 2016, replacing National Geographic Endeavour; it will be renamed with a National Geographic title

Senegal: a trip to Baaba Maal's music festival

Kevin Perry joins thousands of fans from West Africa as they flock to the Blues du Fleuve festival in Podor, the singer's hometown

Where to go on holiday in 2016

Every new year brings a host of new reasons to choose a particular destination. We pick new flights, new openings, anniversaries, and special events for 2016's hotlist

The world's most beautiful places of worship

With their awe-inspiring architecture, magnificent facades and sheer size, these spectacular buildings draw visitors from every creed and culture

Wake up to adventure at this Costa Rican ecolodge

If you don't mind the early morning monkey wake-up calls, this remote resort has plenty to offer - including attentive and knowledgeable young staff

What TSA's New Scanner Rules Mean For Your Next Flight

The Transportation Security Administration's new rules for screening passengers with its controversial full-body scanners -- which were quietly changed just before the busy holiday travel season -- represent a significant policy reversal that could affect your next flight

8 Handy Travel Tips From 2015

The New York Times Travel section publishes a lot of advice through the year. Here are a few favorites to put into practice in 2016.

36 Hours in Tel Aviv

Young, modern Tel Aviv and ancient Jaffa pulse with energy and combine to offer bustling markets, night clubs and a beachside promenade just right for two wheels.

The 14 places in America you have to visit in 2016

The year ahead will be one of technological innovations and historical significance in many American destinations.

10 Best: Bloody Marys to start the New Year

Bartenders are topping the drinks with garnishes that could easily serve as your meal.

New Year's Eve: Ring in 2016 Caribbean-style

The biggest party of the year is in the Caribbean on New Year's Eve.

Mini-movie theater to open at Portland International Airport

The theater will showcase work by Portland-based filmmakers.

Atlanta is world's first airport to hit 100 million passengers in year

Milestone passenger wins a new car, two Delta flights to any of the airline's destinations.

Your most Googled travel questions of 2015 answered

Traveler editors put their heads together to make sure we answered them all, from A to Z — or, rather, Albuquerque to Yellowstone.

11 Reasons to Do a Back-to-Back Cruise in 2016

I'd really never considered combining two cruises on the same ship until a friend suggested it. So why not? I did it. And I'd do it again. Here are some of the reasons why you should too.

Tahoe Vintage and Modern

Lake Tahoe first emerged as a tourist destination in the 1930s as a post-WWI ski spot, and has evolved into a world-class brand. This precious stretch of the Sierra Nevada range straddles Nevada and California, and travelers can experience a rugged backcountry adventure or modern mountainside luxury. Or possibly a bit of both.

It's 5 O'Clock Somewhere: Having a Glass of Wine on a Hello Kitty-Themed Plane

It began at the boarding gate: a gasp of pink within Taipei's otherwise depressing Taoyuan International Airport.

Carnival Corp. to Build New Princess Ship, Plus Three Additional Ships

Princess Cruises will soon welcome a fourth Royal-class ship to its fleet.

Ski resorts left almost snowless

Skiers have been left dismayed after arriving at resorts with little to no snow. Warm temperatures in the last two months of 2015 have raised concerns for those looking forward to ski and snowboard holidays.

New hotels for 2016, from luxury lodges to wellness retreats

Our roundup of innovative and inspiring hotels opening soon

Mix of New and Old Enlivens Taos Ski Valley

The resort is creating a base village and upgrading features to draw visitors to a remote slice of northern New Mexico.

Morocco’s Other Coast Emerges as a Destination

Morocco’s west coast, a blustery stretch of North Africa, testifies to its colonial past and trading heritage in a series of historic forts and emerging ports.

In Portland, Thai Food Moves Beyond the Usual

When Andy Ricker opened Pok Pok in Portland, Ore., 10 years ago, he wanted to introduce Americans to Thai cuisine beyond the pad Thai and green curries they were used to — introducing the more-nuanced cuisine he had found in his travels around Thailand.

Best of 2015: America's 50 most visited national parks

They're all beautiful, but which is visited the most? We'll count them down from 50 to one.

14 stunning places where you can sleep in a treehouse

Hotels in the trees are a real thing these days — and many travelers seek them out.

Winners and losers in airline travel in 2015

While executives and investors pop champagne corks for 2015, many passengers experienced a bumpier ride.

Airline: 10 'bizarre' things fliers have done to avoid bag fees

One was so flummoxed by a fee that he give up the bag and told airline to donate it to charity.

The deadliest mountains in the world

Mount Everest, the world

5 best family resorts in America

Located in must-visit vacation destinations, such as Florida, Hawaii and Las Vegas, Gayot's favorite family resorts offer close proximity to top tourist attractions, as well as envious on-site movie theaters, bowling alleys and water parks.

The best historic Caribbean hotels for a classic tropical escape

These West Indian hotels are a time traveler's dream.

Great Barrier Reef, Queensland: where to dive, snorkel and stay

As David Attenborough's new three-part Great Barrier Reef documentary begins, here's our guide to exploring the world's largest living structure and the Queensland coast, from scuba diving trips to rainforest excursions - plus the best places to stay

Pandaw Buys Motor Yacht For Southeast Asia Coastal Cruises

Pandaw River Cruises has purchased a 22-passenger motor yacht that will sail coastal cruises in Burma (Myanmar) and Indonesia, starting in June 2016

Best Cruise Dining of 2015

Another season of sailing is complete here at Cruise Critic, we examine our best cruise dining memory of 2015.

The Most Underrated Mexican Destinations to Hit This Winter

When you ask someone how their trip to Mexico went, no one ever says, "Eh, it was OK." No. It was either a glorious weekend on a beautiful beach with free-flowing tequila. Or it was a terrifying experience involving Federales and free-flowing tequila. Rarely, if ever, are there any in-betweens.

Art in Bristol, England, Moves Beyond Museum Walls

The work of street artists, which includes a break-dancing Jesus, remains a source of pride for residents and a draw for tourists.

Four Cities That Celebrate New Year’s Eve in a Big Way

New York, New Orleans, Orlando and Las Vegas have become New Year’s Eve destinations (and everyone’s invited).

The ultimate cruise adventure? New river ship explores hidden Myanmar

River line Avalon's newest vessel is sailing to remote parts of the Irrawaddy River.

36 Hours in Warsaw, Poland

The city is positioning itself as Eastern Europe’s chic cultural capital with thriving art and club scenes and serious restaurants.

Monday: Weather snarls flights for second day in a row

Fliers faced a second consecutive day of flight delays and cancellations on Monday.

Fiji Airways expands to San Francisco

San Francisco becomes airline's third U.S. destination, joining Los Angeles and Honolulu.

OMG! meals of 2015: Best of Great American Bites

As the year draws to a close, we look back at the very best eateries and dishes of 2015.

Want to purge your 108 evil passions on New Year's Eve? Visit these Buddhist bell-ringings in Hawaii

Many Buddhist temples on Hawaii's islands will be ringing bells 108 times for New Year's Eve

16 things travelers should know before planning their 2016 adventures

Travel in 2016 is on track to be a lot like it was in 2015, with cheaper airfares and gas, and much demand for river cruises.

Last chance to see: Why you should visit these countries now

Many travellers have a wishlist about a mile long. But how to prioritise? Pick the destinations being redefined by the likes of politic shifts, deforestation, and expansion of infrastructure upheavals that will alter the way you experience a place forever.

Oprah Winfrey buys $14 million ski chalet in Colorado

The American television host, famous for her eponymous talk show, has invested in a 8,700-square-foot, high-tech property in Telluride ski resort

Europe's 10 best hidden beach resorts for 2016

The best secret beach resorts for family summer holidays in France, Italy, Croatia, Turkey, Greece and Spain, with tips on the best hotels and apartments

Windstar's Star Pride Runs Aground Off Coast of Panama

Windstar's 212-passenger Star Pride has run aground off the coast of Panama.

Best Cruise Dining of 2015

Another season of sailing is complete here at Cruise Critic, we examine our best cruise dining memory of 2015.

Touring Europe in the Footsteps of van Gogh

Traveling to many of the landmarks and cities important to van Gogh’s artistic life, including Montmartre in Paris, the Borinage in Belgium and Auvers-sur-Oise, where he died at 37.

On the Trail of Kafka in Prague

Exploring the relationship between Prague and one of its most celebrated sons, Franz Kafka, looking to uncover the inspiration behind one of his greatest works.

10Best Christmas Markets in France

Get into the Christmas spirit at charming medieval villages this year. The foothills and canals of France and Germany are brimming with beautiful Christmas markets, selling everything from local crafts to gourmet cuisine.

Best new airport amenities in 2015

As the recent 2015 J.D. Power North America Airport Satisfaction Study reveals, travelers are feeling better about the airport experience.

Could the Norwegian Escape be the social media hog of the sea?

Norwegian Escape set records for the cruise line in the sheer volume of social media posts around the ship's inaugural events and maiden voyage. But do we all want to be tweeting when we're supposed to be relaxing?

Rome hotel G-Rough offers refined luxury in heart of the Parione district

G-Rough's unassuming exterior belies meticulously crafted interiors, where traditional and contemporary design elements blend in surprising harmony

Caribbean cruises: the ultimate guide

Expert tips on Caribbean cruises, with advice on ships, the best time to go, and itineraries from cruise lines including Holland America Line, Thomson and Norwegian

Lyft beats Uber to become first ride-hailing app allowed at LAX

Uber won't be allowed to make pickups until it completes the approval process for a permit.

Bhutan's dark secret to happiness

Citizens of one of the happiest countries on Earth are surprisingly comfortable contemplating a topic many prefer to avoid. Is that the key to joy?

Naples: what to see, plus the best restaurants, bars and hotels

Southern Italy's biggest city has scrubbed up beautifully - without losing its anarchic charm - and is now a great choice for a winter city break

Rick Steves' European Christmas: Switzerland

High in Switzerland, the mighty Alps seem to shout the glory of God. Up here, where villages huddle under towering peaks, Christmas fills a wintry wonderland with good cheer. Traditions are strong and celebration comes with families, friends, and fun.

What Really Happens When an LA Girl Hikes the Inca Trail

Guess who was always ahead of the group, and the first to reach Machu Picchu on the fourth and final day of the Inca Trail? This girl.

15 Foods From Europe We All Need In Our Lives

Because fried cheese > grilled cheese.

Resorts Reinvent Family Travel

Basic kids camps where kids wile away the days making arts and crafts, watching movies and swimming in a pool are on the wane as smart resorts embrace a more complete understanding of just how it is

Malaysia launches its first shariah-compliant airline

In-flight meals are halal and alcohol consumption strictly prohibited.

In Iceland, Welcome to the Craft Liquor Revolution

Geothermal energy, lava-rock filtration and an Arctic-grazing terroir combine to produce exceptional spirits with unique flavors.

St. Barts serves up a taste of France closer to home

The beauty and the beaches of St. Barts make it a Caribbean standout

How to keep your New Year's resolutions at sea

Vacations are a challenge to your New Years' resolutions, but you can keep them if you try.

These incredibly immersive hotels offer mind-blowing views

Sleeping under the Northern Lights, showering in the rainforest, and relaxing in the Swedish wilderness.

Spirit now up to 16 nonstop routes from Minneapolis, 12 from BWI

Fast-growing will face significant competition on four newly-announced routes.

Las Vegas' best winter and holiday activities

Ice skate, meet Santa or celebrate holiday cheer at these seasonal attractions.

Making spirits bright: A tasting tour of Vancouver's craft distilleries

Vancouver is in love with craft distilleries. Follow our tasting tour of some of the best to learn about British Columbia's natural wonders - bittersweet vermouth made with arbutus bark, anyone? - and get off the city's beaten tourist path

Investigating the secret life of a luxury hotel mystery inspector

Being a mystery inspector is not a vocation or a vacation. I get no pay for my detailed reports - but it's worth it to live in luxury

Airline bans hoverboards over fears they could explode mid-air

Singapore Airlines has banned so-called "hoverboards" on all of its aircraft, refusing even to allow passengers to check them in to the plane's luggage hold over fears they could burst into flames.

The Secret Language Of Flight Attendants Is Your New Inflight Entertainment

Flight attendants are full of secrets. Not only do they nap in a secret cavern and possess the ultimate cure for jet lag, but as we've recently learned, they have their very own language, too.

11 U.S. Beach Towns You Can (And Should) Escape To This Winter

Now that winter is upon us and an end to the frenzy of the holidays in sight, visions of escape routes to warmer climates are starting to dance in our heads. Coastal and beach towns along the southern

11 Life Lessons Travel Teaches You

There's nothing like the end of the year to put people in a reflective mood which is why we asked the members of travel website Trippy.com to reflect on their favorite subject

Disney Removes Greece and Turkey from Summer 2016 Itinerary

Disney Cruise Line removes Greece and Turkey from Disney Magic's Mediterranean itinerary in summer 2016.

12 Travel Apps Worth Keeping in 2016

Travel is about tapping the world, not a screen, so let’s end the year with an app purge, keeping only the most essential.

36 Hours in Palermo, Sicily

Palazzi housing art and nightlife, dazzling churches and cozy osterias are highlights in this colorful port town.

Photo tour: A stylish new ship that will get you off the beaten path

USA TODAY's latest ship tour looks at the just-unveiled, 36-passenger Avalon Myanmar.

Christmas air travel rush begins: Fog, rain bigger threats than snow

There'll be no major blizzards to snarl U.S. airline flights this Christmas.

'Star Wars' cast flies to London on Dreamliner painted like R2-D2

How did the cast of Star Wars get from Hollywood to England for the London premiere of the movie franchise's latest installment? On a Boeing 787 Dreamliner painted like R2-D2, of course.

Antarctic Cruises: How to have a heart-pounding South Pole adventure

Think polar paddleboarding and kayaking and even snorkeling and swimming. If this doesn't get your heart pumping, then nothing will.

Hotels that really 'Deck the Halls' during Christmas

These hotels pull out all of the stops to turn into little winter wonderlands.

Snoopin' on Snoopy: exploring Santa Rosa, Charles Schulz's hometown

Charlie Brown and Snoopy live on in the new Peanuts movie. And the spirit of the comic strip's creator, Charles Schulz, survives in a museum in Santa Rosa, California - exactly the sort of town you'd expect to find these all-American heroes

This San Gabriel Valley 'staycation' for the holidays includes a night at the lavish Langham

Guests coming for the holidays? Keep them busy with noshing and horse racing at Santa Anita Park, the natural world (and shopping) at the L.A. County Arboretum in Arcadia and rest and relaxation at the Langham Huntington in Pasadena.

Under the spell - again - of Mykonos, Greece

A return visit to Mykonos, Greece, is just as mesmerizing as the first time, 38 years ago. Priorities might've changed (sightseeing and relaxing versus sunbathing and clubbing), but the island remains a stunning place to just be.

Rosebery Hotel, Jesmond, Newcastle upon Tyne: hotel review

This quirky but cosy bed and breakfast eschews the local stag/hen party scene, maintaining an air of quiet privacy amid its eccentric, clashing furnishings

Canal Huis 58, Amsterdam - hotel review: Dutch masterclass in luxury

Set at the convergence of the Brouwersgracht (Brewer's Canal) and Herengracht (Gentleman's Canal) in Amsterdam, this four-bedroom, exclusive-use canal house offers something between a luxury villa rental and a hotel.

Log off for holidays and take off for a child-friendly digital detox

Gadgets may be top of most children's wishlists this Christmas, but turning everything off can be the key to some much-missed family time.

Give the gift of (balloon) flight

A hot-air balloon ride sits high atop many adventurers' bucket lists.

Tokyo may be the world's best city for food-loving tourists

Discover some of the world's best cuisine in this Japanese metropolis

Tips for nervous fliers: How to keep calm on a plane

If I weren't a nervous flier already, everything that's going on from the downing of the Russian Metrojet airplane to the threats against air travel services from groups like ISIS, and even regular old holiday travel stress is enough to make the most hardcore road warrior a little anxious when flying

Theme parks ramp up security: What to know before you go

Theme parks across the country are taking extra measures to enhance guest security in the wake of growing concern over domestic terrorism

Top 10 hotels, BandBs and hostels in Cape Town

Cape Town has a wide range of affordable places to stay - and with the South African Rand weak in the currency market this is a great time to plan a visit

The Single Biggest Mistake You're Making At The Airport

Seriously, why are you still doing this? By and large, airplane travel is one of the most stressful, unpleasant routines we put ourselves through

Rick Steves' European Christmas: Germany

When it comes to traditional holiday images, Germany's Bavaria is the heartland. Here we'll savor classic holiday themes: glittering trees, old-time carols, and colorful Christmas markets

Get Out of Your Comfort Zone: 4 Unique Places to Go on Your Next Vacation

While I know I have been extremely fortunate to be able to have traveled the world like I have, I am getting to the point where I want to go somewhere different -- somewhere that most people haven't heard of, but they offer so much for any kind of traveler

Late-season budget, family, and luxury ski breaks

Each week we ask three companies for their best deal on a specific holiday. Today, a late-season ski break: one budget, one luxury and one for a family. Prices are per person, based on two travelling, except the family deal (two adults and two children)

48 Hours in Helsinki: Where to go and what to see

It may be dark and chilly, with the average December temperature hovering below freezing, but the Finnish capital is at its most fabulous in winter as the scent of mulled glogi lingers across elegant tree-lined boulevards draped with fairy lights

Overnight by train and bus from London to Scotland

For a service selling a good night's sleep, the interesting list of defects published this week is unlikely to promote sweet dreams: "Smoke detectors disconnected, toilets inoperable, lighting and heating systems not working." No, not my home, but one of my favourite forms of transport: the civilised, time-saving and stress-free Caledonian Sleeper that links London with the cities, coast and countryside of Scotland

Now you can book a room at Graceland's upcoming Guest House hotel

Reservations opened Wednesday at the coming Guest House hotel near Graceland, the home where Elvis Presley lived and died. It is set to open next October

Hawaiian harvest: Exotic agriculture, pineapple wine

Beyond the surf and sand, there

Sail away to paradise in French Polynesia

USA TODAY cruise editor Gene Sloan looks at a new year-round cruise option in the region.

Crystal deploys Crystal Serenity to North America for 2017

For the first time, luxury line Crystal Cruises will base a cruise ship in North America for an extended sailing season.

In Chile, Where Pablo Neruda Lived and Loved

Visiting the revered poet’s three homes in Chile — La Chascona, La Sebastiana and Isla Negra — where his romance with Mathilde Urrutia played out, each an expression of his dreams

Star Wars at Walt Disney World: Everything you need to know

Which side will you choose, the Light Side or the Dark Side of the Force? Disney's Hollywood Studios make the choice a bit easier. From new ride updates to a new fireworks show, the Studios are taking their Star Wars offerings to lightspeed, and we've got everything you need to know

Now you can spend United Airlines miles at this airport store

United Airlines partners with an airport retailer to open its first Miles Shop where loyalty club members can spend their air miles

More than kangaroos and beaches: Sydney's history is worth diving into

An island of thugs and murderers? Not quite. How Sydney came to be is a much more complicated tale - and it's worth following in the footsteps of rogues to experience it first-hand

MSC Cruises to Develop Private Island in the Bahamas

MSC Cruises will develop a private marine reserve island in the Bahamas called Ocean Cay MSC, with a view to open in November 2017

The Best U.S. Cities To Escape The Snow

Everything has a limit. Even the biggest winter lovers have had enough of snow at one point. Carrying 20 pounds of layers of clothes, hats, gloves, and big boots can be discomforting.

Sayulita, hippy-chic Mexico on the Pacific coast

A new charter flight to Puerto Vallarta has put Mexico's Pacific coast within easy reach from the UK. But don't hang around in the big resorts - head north for laid-back beaches and boho shops, whale-watching and rodeos

US, Cuba near deal on restoring commercial flights

The diplomatic advance would help open the way for U.S. airlines to begin flying to Cuba within months in what would likely be the biggest step toward tighter economic ties since the two countries began normalizing relations last year

How to Navigate America’s Busiest Airports

Pack a portable charger, and your patience. The December holidays are among the busiest for travel across the country, making for lengthy airport security lines, fast food temptations and mass scrambles for open electrical sockets

The Haughmond hotel, Upton Magna, near Shrewsbury: review

It has comfortable rooms, but it's the superb food that sets this former coaching inn apart - and got it straight into the Michelin guide

Storm, Strong Winds and Big Wave Hit Explorer of the Seas

Australia's biggest cruise ship, Explorer of the Seas, was caught up in “unexpected” strong winds of almost 150 knots -- similar speeds to the tornado that ripped through Sydney's southern coast yesterday

Which California and Las Vegas hotels are the best in the world? Conde Nast Traveler has the list

Conde Nast Traveler's 2016 Gold List of the best hotels in the world includes seven in California and six in Las Vegas

In a Self-Serve World, Start-Ups Find Value in Human Helpers

It’s unfashionable to admit this in the age of Expedia, Priceline and other do-it-yourself online tools, but here it is: I miss travel agents

These Las Vegas Santas go river rafting and scuba diving

Why sit on Santa's lap when you can go rafting with him on the Colorado River or watch him scuba dive at Shark Reef Aquarium?

British tea from East India Co. to be dumped in Boston Tea Party reenactment

Wednesday is the anniversary of the Boston Tea Party --considered the single most important event leading up to the Revolutionary War and eventual independence from England.

The Italian town with an ancient secret

Made in the Sicilian town of Modica, this Aztec-inspired chocolate is one of the world's best-kept secrets.

Edith Piaf's Paris: exploring the Little Sparrow's city

Paris is celebrating the anniversary of the singer's birth, on 19 December, with a series of events, but from cafes to cabaret venues, it's possible to tour the old haunts of her Belleville neighbourhood and beyond all year round

Casa Palmero at The Lodge at Pebble Beach: LuxEcoliving's Best New Spa Discovery

If you're like me, especially with the drought we have been experiencing in Santa Ynez and other parts of the state, any opportunity to travel along the California coast is a welcomed change. Not just for scenery but for moisture in the air.

Royal Caribbean Unveils Details of Ultimate Abyss Slide on Harmony of the Seas

Royal Caribbean's next new ship, Harmony of the Seas, will feature a 150-feet tall, 216-foot long thrill slide called the Ultimate Abyss. The ride consists of a pair of side-by-side slides that put riders into a 100-foot drop that twists and turns at nine miles per hour, running from the top of the Sports Zone on the aft of Deck 16 down to the Boardwalk near the AquaTheater on Deck 6.

The best airline first-class lounges-Telegraph

Airline lounges for first-class passengers at airports around the world, where fine dining, spas and even virtual-reality headsets come as standard

Queens, New York: The borough giving Brooklyn a run for its money

My barber in the East Village doesn't agree with me and lets everyone know it: "There's nothing in Queens, trust me," he bellows, making short work of the bristles on my neck with a cutthroat razor.

From Niagara to Arizona, these destinations offer a taste of Christmas magic

Where to get a seasonal glow on, from Manhattan's only ski lodge to light displays in the Arizona desert

Fliers love Portland's airport. And LAX? Not so much, new study says

J.D. Power ranks how happy U.S. fliers are with their airport experience -- and why.

The worst places to sit on a plane

Everyone agrees that legroom is a huge deal. But it's not the only way seats come up short.

Las Vegas' Suncoast Hotel

Head off-Strip for gorgeous golf, newly remodeled rooms and suites, and more.

10 of the best home-swap and home-sharing websites

There are lots of informal accommodation websites out there. We pick the most comprehensive and most trusted

The UK's best winter and ski bars and party venues

Rejoice and be extremely merry at these winter and ski-themed bars, pop-ups and party venues

Countdown begins for arrival of Australia's biggest ever cruise ship

The countdown has begun till the arrival of the biggest ever cruise ship to be based in Australia - Royal Caribbean's Ovation of the seas.

Before they were boutiques: Unique hotel history

Travelers who are bored with cookie-cutter accommodations may want to seek out a unique boutique property with a history instead.

Kayak starts booking space flights

Booking a trip into space is just a click away-but it doesn’t mean you’ll necessarily get off the ground

Boeing loses best aircraft award to Airbus A380 for the first time ever

Global Traveler readers ranked their favorite airline, aircraft, frequent flyer program, airline food and more.

The Italian town with an ancient secret

Made in the Sicilian town of Modica, this Aztec-inspired chocolate is one of the world's best-kept secrets.

Travelling with a 'powerless passport'

"I wanted to prove to others and to myself that our life circumstances should never hinder us from going after our dreams."

Wake up and smell the wine

With news that Taittinger has bought a vineyard in Kent we take a look at the UK vineyards with holiday cottages and rooms

Nantucket, New England: in the heart of the sea

The beautiful island off Cape Cod is the location of Ron Howard's new film, based on the true story that inspired Moby-Dick

Sweden's top chefs join forces at Stockholm's new food market

Stars of Nordic cuisine have opened kiosks at Teatern, a street food-style gastro market in the unlikely setting of a shopping centre

Travel Sri Lanka: The Tale of Sigiriya Rock

Once upon a time, a powerful Sinhalese king felt a sudden pang of anxiety. He couldn't understand why, because he had everything any man could desire. With his fervent will to survive and insatiable

19 things you didn't know about Kazakhstan

As British astronaut Tim Peake prepares to launch from a space station in Kazakhstan, here are 19 peculiar things you probably didn't know about the Central Asian republic

Space tourism: 10 ways you can leave planet Earth

With Tim Peake to become the first Briton to serve on a mission to the International Space Station, we've found 10 ways you can (sort of) follow him

Forget cattle class, now there's 'last class'

Major airlines have started selling tickets for 'last class' seats - which are too bad to be categorised as 'economy'. While the term 'last class' is not a formal one, experts have said that airline employees use the term to refer to seats which are worse than economy

The Newest, Most Luxurious Cruise Ships To Sail in 2016

Sailing on a new cruise ship gives you access to the newest technologies, restaurants and trends at sea. In 2016, you'll have plenty of choice, with six new ocean cruise ships hitting the waves for U.S. travelers

How do cruise ships guard against terrorism?

Tips and advice: The Tripologist.

Where to Run (and Exercise) in London

Tips for running, spinning and yoga in this city of crowded, narrow sidewalks but a wealth of dramatic views.

Top 20 museums in the USA

Military museums prove particularly popular, claiming five spots on Yelp's rankings.

Over 400 islands of wilderness

Wildlife and camping opportunities abound within Lake Superior off of the coast of Michigan.

Revamped: These 5 hotels just reopened after major makeovers

Looking for a modern hotel experience? These hotels have just reopened after major makeovers.

Custom rankings: Top 20 ski resorts in North America

ZRanking's system assigned each resort a score called the Pure Awesomeness Factor.

Nantucket's Island Airlines abruptly shuts down

Small airline serving the resort island of Nantucket has abruptly shut down.

All of the USA's biggest airlines now ban hoverboards

Hoverboards are falling out of favor with an increasing number of big airlines.

Denver's restored Union Station is a destination unto itself

If you arrive at the city's historic and marvelously restored Union Station, you may not want to leave it. The station reopened in July 2014 after a 2 1/2 -year closure for renovation and repurposing, a century after it debuted in its current configuration.

Gifts for intrepid travelers

An adventure traveler, environmentalist or nature photographer on your holiday gift list? Here are 22 presents that may fill the bill.

La Paz's cable-car system Teleferico a heady ride that bridges Bolivia's values

In La Paz, Bolivia, the need to modernize as well as conserve the ecosystem meets its match in the cable-car system Mi Teleferico.

Bolivia's raw beauty calls to travelers looking for adventure

A South American summer odyssey in Bolivia provides a heady mix of modernity and dramatic, untamed scapes.

How much to tip abroad: Tips on getting the gratuity right

On holiday, there's one thing that keeps me awake at night: not the feel of the bed or how loud or light it is ... it's how much to tip. That may say more about my neurosis but, still, it's something I worry about getting right

The Italian Alps - Hiking, Sailing, Snipping

The morning sun warmed my face. A refreshing mountain breeze rustled shiny leaves as I snipped golden clusters of plump, glistening Chardonnay grapes from their vines. They gently plopped into a circular red plastic pail held in my sticky left hand, which I dumped into a larger container.

25 Reasons to Visit Romania: Alba Iulia

In the middle of the country, there is a diamond shaped city, called Alba Iulia. I've never had the chance to visit this place until last week and I didn't have any ki

The Newest, Most Luxurious Cruise Ships To Sail in 2016

ailing on a new cruise ship gives you access to the newest technologies, restaurants and trends at sea. In 2016, you'll have plenty of choice, with six new ocean cruise ships hitting the waves for U.S. travelers.

10 Towns That Seem Straight Out of a Storybook

While the world's biggest cities have spent centuries competing over the tallest towers and grandest innovations, these lovely towns have held on to their quaint houses and curious designs. Check out 10 destinations fit for a storybook.

Pilot writes 32 late notes for school after 20 hour delay

Here’s a teaching moment. An easyJet pilot wrote 32 absence notes for students after a 20-hour delay caused them to miss their classes.

What are the most expensive cities to travel to for New Year's Eve?

Want to avoid an empty wallet in 2016? Avoid traveling to these pricey cities for New Year's celebrations.

An exiled nation turned private playground

While its former population fights to return home, the Chagos islands are experiencing a remarkable rebounding of wildlife on a reef that's considered the most pristine in the world.

The Fish Hotel, near Broadway, Cotswolds: hotel review

From the bedroom with wood-burning stove to helpful staff and a Segway tour, everything was going swimmingly at this revamped hotel. Until the "gastro-buffet" at dinnertime

PandO Cruises Adds Nine New "Food Heroes" Sailings For 2016

PandO Cruises has added nine new "Food Heroes" sailings to its 2016 programme, bringing the total number of culinary-themed cruises to 24.

This month's new hotel openings

Our guide to the best hotels opening in December, in destinations including Miami, Mauritius, Sri Lanka and San Antonio

The Caledonian Sleeper train could be closed over Christmas

The Caledonian Sleeper service which links Scotland and London may be closed over Christmas after talks to avert industrial action by rail workers broke down.

How to avoid the crowds if you're holidaying in France next summer

If you happen to be reading this column before 5pm on Saturday 12 December, allow me to recommend how you should address the tricky issue of travel to France next summer.

Free gifts! Top spots to find gems, minerals and fossils

You can find Mother Nature's treasures at parks and preserves.

Non-religious organization wants hotel chains to remove Bibles from their rooms

The nontheist Freedom From Religion Foundation has asked 15 different hotel groups to remove the Bibles from their hotel rooms.

In Aspen, a Maverick Mountain to Test One’s Mettle

For sheer exhilaration, it’s hard to beat a run down Highland Bowl, the Aspen Highlands’ flagship expert terrain. But you have to work for it first.

36 Hours in Telluride, Colorado

Besides its natural beauty and uncrowded slopes, this “skier’s mountain” has a quirky culture of friendly, relaxed fans of the great outdoors.

Fortress Resort in Alberta Slowly Catching Its Breath

The success Fortress Mountain has enjoyed as a film production location hasn’t been matched in recent years by what was its main business: skiing.

The ice cold truth about cruise ship drink packages

Should you buy a drinks package on your next cruise? Here's what you should consider first.

13 most charming ski chalets around the world

Auberge du Manoir, Chamonix: The 24-room mid-range Auberge Le Manoir is a charming chalet nestled in Chamonix, France's famous Alps village. The property has a country craft vibe and the hotel's bar is a particularly lovely place to relax after a day on the slopes.

Free snacks are back at United Airlines. Yes, in economy

United says it's restoring that once-common airline perk beginning in February.

American unveils new international Premium Economy cabin

American's move will make it the first among the big U.S. airlines to offer such a cabin.

Winnipeg's Alt Hotel offers affordable chic steps from the MTS Centre

Quebec chain moves westward with reasonably priced boutique accommodation that scrimps on neither style nor gracious staffing

A study has revealed the worst day to buy a plane ticket

The worst day to buy a plane ticket is a Friday, according to analysis of worldwide ticket prices. Flight tickets bought on Fridays are 13% more expensive than those on Sunday.

Outrage as cruise ship anchor damages coral reef

A video showing a cruise ship anchor causing significant damage to a coral reef in the Cayman Islands has gone viral

10 U.S. Places To Travel Before They Get Famous

Nashville, Charleston, Portland (the Oregon one)... you've heard all about "America's up-and-coming destination cities," and chances are you've even been to a few.

Every Magical Food You Should Eat At Disneyland Right Now

Some of our most joyous times at Foodbeast come when we're tasked with chronicling new food the Disneyland team brings into the park. As an appropriate followup to our list of 26 Magical Foods To

7 Holiday Travel Hacks Everyone Should Know

Bumper-to-bumper standstills on the 405. Screaming children at Terminal 7. Vaguely green chicken tetrazzini on your red-eye to Milwaukee. Holiday travel is the worst, guys.

Five Reasons to Visit Chicago This Winter

Chicagoans don't let a little cold weather cramp their style. Outdoors or indoors, the Windy City revs up when the thermometer dips. From skating to sipping to

Fortress Resort in Alberta Slowly Catching Its Breath

The success Fortress Mountain has enjoyed as a film production location hasn’t been matched in recent years by what was its main business: skiing

The world's most breathtaking stained-glass windows

Stained glass elevates these spaces from Gothic cathedrals to art galleries to concert halls

Top US destinations on the rise for 2016

The travel site TripAdvisor ranked some of the most searched locations for travel next year

Beijing Issues First-Ever Red Alert for Air Pollution

Schools are closed and factories shut down as smog blankets the Chinese capital once again

The Best Travel Gear of 2015

Have an avid traveler on your list? We've rounded up the best products for travelers on the go

15 Best Caribbean Cruises for Winter 2016

This winter, why not trade snow and cold for sun and sand as you sail around the Caribbean? Pristine beaches and bustling ports await when you disembark, while the ships themselves offer thrilling water slides, cozy reading lounges, and so much more

Cunard to Replace Todd English Restaurant on Queen Mary with Verandah Grill

Cunard will replace the current Todd English dining restaurant with the Verandah Restaurant as part of the ship's multi-million pound refit next year

24 places all Beatles fans should visit

As the Indian ashram where The Beatles wrote The White Album opens its doors, we list some other essential stops

Why Hotel Check-Out Times May Become a Thing of the Past

The Capella chain is one of a growing number of hotels across the country that are getting rid of traditional check-in and check-out times in order to cater to today's traveler

These Old Italian Villages Were Transformed Into Dozens Of Hotels

Alberghi diffusi are true gems created in communities where you can breathe in the history. A model of responsible tourism, they include dozens of structures all over the country, many brought together in the Alberghi Diffusi Association, creating an accommodation that is halfway between a home and a hotel

15 of the best places to spend Christmas

From Mexico to Malta, northern lights to sunny skies, these places are doing Christmas better than the rest

World's most luxurious train journeys

Never have there been so many contenders promising to pamper passengers through landscapes remote and exotic

American unveils new international Premium Economy cabin

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The Tricky Business of Treating Altitude Sickness

Mountain visitors are being offered oxygen therapies, oils, pills and more that claim to prevent altitude sickness, but there is little research to prove they work.

The Legend and Lore of Notre-Dame de Reims

The story goes that in the 13th century, when three great French cathedrals were being built — Notre-Dame de Paris, Notre-Dame de Chartres and Notre-Dame de Reims — the builders of Notre-Dame de Reims, determined to achieve primacy over the other two and perhaps employing a bit of industrial espionage, managed to make their massive edifice just a little bit more massive than the other two. As in, a few extra feet.

Hotel in Nicaragua Offers Secluded Luxury

The Inn at Rancho Santana, with only 17 rooms, is secluded and out of the way — the driveway alone is a 45-minute journey on a winding dirt road — which means that it’s best suited for travelers looking to stay on the property.

Merger Mania in Hospitality Raises Competition Concerns

Expedia’s and Marriott’s recent acquisitions show the quickened pace of consolidation, but opinion is divided over just what it means for consumers.

Cruise insider: How to get pampered on an Oceania cruise

USA TODAY cruise editor Gene Sloan experiences the "Life" on the line's Riviera.

Five myths about river cruises

River cruises are one of the fastest-growing segments of the travel industry.

Sleigh rides on water? 5 Southern California holiday boat parades you'll want to see

Who says holiday sleigh rides have to be on terra firma? Ventura Harbor has decked out boats with lights and decorations to take you on a horse-less ride. Boat parades are scheduled at Southern California sites to keep the seagoing tradition afloat.

Late in the day, Santa Fe

This stolen moment in Santa Fe reminds me that the right light can transform almost any moment into a pretty picture.

Come for the meat, stay for the veg: A wave of green is taking over Montreal's eateries

Montreal has embraced a new, lighter way of eating that cherishes beets as much as bone marrow, Brussels sprouts as much as bacon and figs as much as foie gras

Volcanoes and burning devils in Guatemala

"Where exactly do they burn Satan?" I ask my guide. "Just here," he says, gesticulating to a large cobblestone area around a dry fountain, worryingly close to the tiny petrol station at Barrio de la Concepción. "They parade the Evil One down the street here," he adds, "children let off fireworks and wear devil horns and all the households burn piles of garbage ... at exactly 6pm they set fire to him."

20 Star Wars locations that really exist

We reveal the real life locations of Tatooine, Endor, Mos Eisley, Hoth, Naboo, Kashyyyk and Alderaan

Family Travel: Hilton Head

It's true. Hilton Head with its 24 championship golf courses, is a magnet for golfers, but the second largest barrier island on East Coast is also a draw for families, who come not only for its 12 m

Arnhem's stunning new railway station raises city's profile

The Dutch city of Arnhem is not a name that springs to mind when thinking of Europe’s major transport hubs. But with its sleek new railway station now in place, the city is poised to become a crucial transport link between the economic centres of Germany, Belgium and the Netherlands.

All aboard these Polar Express and Christmas trains

The children won't be the only ones who can hear the magic jingle of Santa's sleigh bell.

Wilderness Reserve cottages, Sibton, Suffolk: hotel review

Glamorous holiday lets on this country estate make for a glorious country break. Just take a long look at yourself before picking the cute cottage with no electricity

Cross-border airport? New California terminal extends to Mexico

Sleek terminal in San Diego has bridge over razor-wire border fence to Tijuana's old airport.

At airport hotels, silence is golden

Designers of airport hotels go to great lengths to mitigate noise for weary guests.

Security officials want to expand overseas customs screening

Security officials hope to expand Customs and Border Protection's Preclearance program, to screen more travelers at airports overseas before they arrive in U.S.

14 resorts in the West with cool fireplaces to warm you after a day of playing in the snow

Whether classic (Ahwahnee Hotel in Yosemite) or innovative (St. Regis Deer Valley in Utah), these hot spots will help you relax.

A babymoon in the Cotswolds

The Americans have brought us many rites of passage designed to empty our wallets: baby showers; wedding gift registries; engagement parties bigger than most reasonable weddings. The term "babymoon" was one I had mentally tucked away in a similar drawer with all those other marketing ploys aimed at making us believe something we'd done without for generations was suddenly essential.

North Star Club, York - hotel review: A lodge dedicated to Amy Johnson

Having spent several hours in the car with a grumpy toddler, and being naturally allergic to camping and tents, I wasn't that excited about the prospect of a glamping weekend. However, upon arrival at the North Star Club in Yorkshire, 20 minutes' drive south-east of York, it became pleasingly apparent that this is a lot more glam than it is camping.

Star Wars EVERYTHING Just Opened At Disneyland And Disney World

Today's your lucky day in a galaxy far, far away. Disney just unveiled a whole slew of Star Wars rides, restaurants, shows and experiences at both Disneyland and Disney World, in a BIG rollout the entertainment company is calling Season of the Force.

The Amalfi Coast Is Worth Visiting, Even In Winter

For at least half a century, the island of Ischia has welcomed its most positive invasion: that of tourists. It has suffered many other invasions in its history: Greeks, Romans, Visigoths, Vandals, Saracens, Normans, Swabians, Angevins and Aragonese.

Bar tour bravery: catching Dubrovnik

In search of a reasonably priced beer, David Farley tackles the fiercely local drinking haunts of Dubrovnik's old town

Cruise lines go from losers to leaders in sustainable tourism

Decades ago, the cruise industry paid very little attention to the environment. But cruise lines have spent large amounts of time and money cleaning up their act, and now some are helping to bring sustainable practices to a wider group of players in the travel industry.

People are faking disabilities to fly with their pets

Dogs, pigs and even miniature horses - are deemed "necessary" to help people get through a flight.

Celebrity Cruises Unveils Changes to Infinity

On December 5, 2015, Celebrity pulled back the curtain on some buzzworthy enhancements to the Celebrity Infinity and gave cruise fans a look at the company's newest culinary-themed concept, "A Taste of Film," debuting on the spanking-new Rooftop Terrace. Other changes included refreshments to the suites and casino, a sleek photography studio and the introduction of the line's popular specialty restaurant, Tuscan Grille (replacing the SS United States).

New Puerto Rico flight brings idyllic Vieques within reach

When the US navy was kicked off the Puerto Rican island of Vieques, it left a Caribbean idyll. Now a new flight from London to San Juan means tourists can enjoy its solitary beauty

The Silk Road that no one sees

Behind the preserved mosques and madrassas of the Silk Road lies another Uzbekistan; one that's brash, messy and filled with gleeful anarchy.

36 Hours in Oakland, California

Long overshadowed by its dolled-up big sister across the Bay, Oakland is its own town, and its cultural heterogeneity remains its greatest strength.

A Guide to Shopping America’s Biggest Malls

During the holidays, shopping centers may become your second home. Here’s a look at where to shop, what to eat and which activities these mammoth complexes include.

Tulum’s Original Boutique Hotel, Updated

Coqui Coqui Residence and Spa now boasts refreshed rooms and enlarged public spaces. But there’s still no air conditioning.

10Best: German Christmas markets in U.S. cities

Forget shopping malls - more people are finding the Christmas spirit in these markets.

Canada's wine country: Where to taste and tour in every region

American oenophiles, or wine enthusiasts, may be surprised to learn that our neighbors to the north produce some pretty spectacular wines. Here, we look at Canada's wine country, four distinct regions that comprise 29,500 acres and just over 500 wineries, and narrow down where to visit, tour and taste on a Canadian wine excursion.

Alaska Airlines adds 'Premium Class,' the latest premium economy offering

New seats will offer customers extra legroom (three to four inches) and priority boarding.

Etihad Airways shows off Airbus A380, complete with suite

Abu Dhabi's national carrier, Etihad, showcased on Thursday the arrival of its first Airbus A380, outfitted with "the only three-room suite in the sky."

Comedian Kathy Griffin to play Carnival ships

Kathy Griffin is taking her pull-no-punches humor to the High Seas. The two-time Emmy and Grammy award-winning comedian will perform live on two Carnival ships in late February, the line revealed Thursday.

Cruise smackdown: Norwegian Escape vs. Royal Caribbean's Anthem of the Seas

Our latest side-by-side ship comparison looks at the two hottest new megresorts at sea.

The beauty, vastness and intrigue of the California

At times challenging, desolate and seemingly endless, the California desert offers its a different face of American history. Here, several decades seem to co-exist - and art is found in the most unlikely places

Tel Aviv's Market House Hotel a biblical blend of old and new in Jaffa

You could stay within mere blocks of the hotel and fill your day, but your also about a six-minute walk to the beach

Italian ski hotels: Tree houses, panoramic views, and hearty food

San Luis, Hafling - Newly opened this week, this family-run retreat in the South Tyrol offers something a little different. Made up of individual chalets on the shores of a lake, and tree houses hidden in a pine forest, it's an ideal spot if you want to get up close to nature while still feeling cosseted.

Christopher Dean's Colorado Springs: 'It feels like you can almost see the end of the Earth'

Christopher Dean, the ice skating champion and Dancing on Ice coach, reveals his favourite haunts in his resident Colorado town

Crazy Mall Attractions You Have to See to Believe

Close your eyes and think about the hunger pains you get when that whiff of butter from Auntie Anne's hot pretzels first crosses your nose or how satisfied you feel when you pick up a key chain that reads "BFFs Forever" from Things Remembered. You're picturing a shopping mall, right?

Lost in the Magic of London’s Theaters

London theater isn’t necessarily better, but its distinct pleasures and surprises can be thrilling, not least all of the acting royalty.

The Frugal Traveler Returns to Germany, Now as a Citizen

Having gained dual citizenship in Germany, the Frugal Traveler heads to Tübingen, in the country’s southwestern corner, and finds a charming and cheap German getaway.

Caribbean resorts that'll spoil you rotten

After you're done shopping for others this holiday season, it's time to spoil yourself!

Etihad unveils new luxury airport lounge at New York JFK

An image of Etihad's new lounge at New York's JFK Airport.

Growing Spirit Airlines now at 17 nonstop routes from Atlanta

Spirit is expanding in Atlanta, going up against Delta and Southwest on two new routes.

London Spa Break: Hotel Café Royal's Akasha spa-Telegraph

An underground retreat off Regent Street, Hotel Café Royal's Akasha Holistic Wellbeing Centre promises complete rejuvenation in the centre of London

Holiday guide to Costa Rica: beaches and adventures, plus hotels and restaurants

This small country is perhaps the best in Latin America for a tropical adventure, thanks to its misty jungles, incredible wildlife, active volcanoes and glorious deserted beaches

Cunard Reveals Details of Queen Mary 2 Buffet Refurbishment

QM2's Kings Court self-service buffet will be completely redesigned as part of the planned dry dock in May 2016

Cruise insider: The gourmet dining of an Oceania ship

USA TODAY cruise editor Gene Sloan offers a taste of the eateries on the line's Riviera.

Princess cancels more port calls after ship fire

The Grand Princess experienced a problem with a switchboard on Monday.

Can Thailand teach us all to have more fun?

In Thailand, "sanuk" has been elevated to an ethos, a way of life, which perhaps the West could learn from.

How to Fix Almost Any Travel Problem From Afar

Kathryn Frieze just wanted her money back. She had paid the airline Iberia $176 for an "extra legroom" seat on a flight from Chicago to Madrid, but the airline rescheduled her flight, dropping her upgraded economy class seat. Her repeated attempts to reach the airline proved futile.

10 U.S Cities So Stunning, You'll Feel Like You're In Another Country

Reviews give us the best restaurant recommendations, lead us to the best buys - even the best neighborhoods to live - and when you're checking into a hotel, they're also the best way to make sure

Sleep underwater: Designer receives patent for submerged luxury hotel rooms

This hotel brings a whole meaning to "sleeping with the fishes."

Your Guide to Art Basel Miami Beach

The fair gets a lot of news media attention, but what gets lost is what a treat it is for the general public.

‘Star Wars’ Fever Extends to an Ancient Irish Island

Skellig Michael, one of Ireland’s most mystical places, will most likely be featured in “Star Wars: The Force Awakens.”

When I retire, I want to live on a cruise ship. Here's why

A months-long voyage got me thinking about permanent cruisers - those adventurous retirees bound for eternity or anywhere

Forget camping in the cold - check into a cosy container or heated hut

These places have been popping up on farmers' fields like mushrooms, and while they often come with perks such as TV and wi-fi, in winter it's warmth that's the essential luxury.

Pandas and skyscrapers in China's flourishing megacity Chengdu

When I visited Chengdu two years ago, the capital of China's south-western Sichuan province felt like a city hovering between the past and the present. The laid-back Sichuanese would while away the hours in teahouses, amble around the parks, and buy fresh fruit from hand-drawn carts

Chocolate factory tours around the USA

Looking for something a little sweet? These tasty tours are just the thing.

Famed chef's daughter to christen new Oceania ship

Claudine Pepin, daughter of Jacques Pepin, will preside over a ceremony for the Sirena.

Royal Air Maroc will fly Dreamliners between Washington Dulles and Casablanca

Washington's Dulles International Airport has landed nonstop service to the Moroccan city of Casablanca.

Which airline fees are worth it? It depends

Non-refundable fees are the new airline normal. See which fees are worth the money for your next flight.

10 Small Towns That Know How To Celebrate Christmas

Like Christmas cards sprung to life, some of America's towns go all out for the holidays. From coast to coast, these communities go to great lengths to make the season bright by decking out their stre

The Best Airport Bars In America, So You Can Survive Your Layover

In an effort to parse out the actual bars in your air and/or jetport that are worth adjusting your flight schedule to hit, we, well, flew to a lot of places this year, and reached out to our esteemed city editors for other recs.

Lower Manhattan: SeaGlass carousel, mall, French food and new holiday light show, Luminaries

On a dark December night, a canopy of lights glitters across Lower Manhattan, and not just from One World Trade and the other downtown skyscrapers.

Luxuriate in old Hollywood glamour at Palm Springs' L'Horizon Resort

The hotel was once a private retreat built for TV producer Jack Wrather, whose guests included the elite of film and politics

Use these 5 free apps for stress-free holiday travel

Download these six awesome apps for stress-free holiday travel.

Comedian Jim Gaffigan on How to Travel With Five Kids

A conversation with the comedian, who took his wife and five children on a monthlong bus tour this summer

Your Guide to Art Basel Miami Beach

The fair gets a lot of news media attention, but what gets lost is what a treat it is for the general public

U.S. Tightens Visa-Waiver Program in Bid to Deter Militants

The White House announced changes Monday to the government’s visa-waiver program to try to stop those who have visited conflict zones from easily boarding American-bound commercial flights, a move intended to prevent an attack in the United States similar to the ones that struck Paris

The Ritz Paris, by the Numbers

In honor of its grand reopening, a statistical look at the storied hotel on Place Vendôme

Meet Spencer-Amsterdam airport's robot assistant to help lost travelers

Schipol airport is taking a futuristic approach to help frantic holiday travelers navigate terminals during the busiest season of the year

Hilton confirms credit card breach at property stores and restaurants

Hilton Hotels has confirmed that a wave of credit card security breaches targeted restaurants, gift shops and other stores located on hotel properties occurred late last year and earlier this spring

The Fish Hotel, near Broadway, Cotswolds: hotel review

From the bedroom with wood-burning stove to helpful staff and a Segway tour, everything was going swimmingly at this revamped hotel. Until the 'gastro-buffet' at dinnertime

Bangkok’s best street food: a guide to dishes and districts

Food blogger Chawadee Nualkhair tracks down the Thai capital’s best street food cooks in five neighbourhoods – and joins devoted regulars for superb satay, noodles, chicken rice and more

Celestyal Cruises Installs 43 New Balconies on Celestyal Crystal

Celestyal Cruises has installed 43 new balconies on Celestyal Crystal as part of an upgrade to prepare the ship for the 2016 season

Amsterdam: what to see and do in winter

Our Amsterdam expert Rodney Bolt suggests what to see and do in the city this winter

The 20 greatest wonders of the modern world

On the anniversary of the Channel Tunnel's breakthrough ceremony, see our ultimate guide to modern world wonders

Pandas and skyscrapers in China's flourishing megacity Chengdu

Ever-mushrooming building developments, Chinese traditions and spicy cuisine combine in Sichuan's capital

JetBlue considers a new approach to training pilots

JetBlue wants to recruit a few flight students with no flying experience and train them to become pilots

Royal Air Maroc will fly Dreamliners between Washington Dulles and Casablanca

Washington's Dulles International Airport has landed nonstop service to the Moroccan city of Casablanca

Princess ship loses power after 'significant failure'

The Grand Princess was carrying 2,592 passenger at the time of the incident

Making the Most of Evolving Airline and Hotel Reward Programs

Even with the coming changes, travelers can still rack up rewards by shopping, dining, and, of course, flying.

36 Hours in Adelaide, Australia

No longer simply a stop on the way to its celebrated wine region, the city has seen a revival of cafes and an arts scene, among other draws.

Francine Prose’s Food Crawl Down Sunset Boulevard

Along one of the most famous streets in Southern California, there are stars on the menus as well.

Dip in Tourism After Most Attacks Is Short-Lived, Study Says

An analysis of the impact of terrorist attacks on travel and tourism suggests that the long-term effect is more muted than after a natural disaster.

Airline food is getting good. No, really

U.S. airlines are upgrading their in-flight menus with greater variety and fresher fare.

Festival of Lights: Where and how to celebrate Hanukkah in the Caribbean

See where and how the Jewish population of the Caribbean celebrates the Hanukkah holiday!

Photo tour: The charm of a Windstar sailing ship

The 148-passenger Wind Spirit recently underwent a major overhaul.

Follow in Frank Sinatra's footsteps as Palm Springs toasts Ol' Blue Eyes' 100th birthday

Mark Frank Sinatra's 100th birthday with a tour of his favorite spots in Palm Springs, his home of more than 50 years.

Windy Mundy Farm, Shrewsbury - hotel review

It takes more than lots of bedrooms to keep a multi-family group happy on a rural break. You need space for everyone to come together - and have time apart when needed.

48 hours in Cork: Where to go and what to see

Ireland's second city will be awash with festive cheer during the annual Glow Festival until 20 December. There will be a Christmas market along the Grand Parade every weekend, with entertainment, choirs and a themed attraction in Bishop Lucey Park.

The Historic Hotel Casa del Mar - A Southern California Gem

One great refuge is the Hotel Casa del Mar in Santa Monica. Perfectly located before the sea just steps from the ocean, the hotel was first built in 1926 as a glamorous beach club.

Air Canada adds four cities, 12 routes in major U.S. expansion

Air Canada described its growth in U.S. markets as part of a broader international-focused effort.

10 of the best boutique hotel websites

Whether it's boutique B

Norwegian Cruise Line Confirms Margaritaville at Sea Will be a la Carte

Norwegian Escape's Margaritaville at Sea will now operate as a speciality a la carte restaurant, a month after opening.

With Google’s Offline Maps, Getting Around Gets Cheaper

Google is rolling out a set of tools designed to help millions of travelers figure out where to go, when to go and how to get there

An Airport Survival Guide for Thanksgiving Travel

Delayed? Have some time between flights? What to do (and where to eat, do yoga, or charge your phone) at major American airports during the busy holiday travel season

Stuck waiting: Ground delays at US airports on the rise

Airplanes spent 23 minutes and 32 seconds, on average, taxiing between gates and runways during the first nine months of the year

5 biggest holiday travel myths debunked

The busiest travel day isn't the Wednesday before Thanksgiving

The Man Who Signed Bob Marley Has a New Jamaican Hit

Chris Blackwell, the man who first signed Bob Marley to a record deal, is trying to do for Jamaica's native cuisine what he did for the reggae icon: introduce it to the world

20 Real-World Places That Are Straight Out of Fairy Tales

Visiting these real-world places is like jumping into the pages of a story book, where castles sit on clouds and forests are carpeted with flowers

What You Need to Know About Traveling to Paris Right Now

In the wake of the recent terrorist attacks in Paris, here's what travelers who are in Paris right now or heading there soon need to know

Let's go to ... Buxton

Music lovers are in for a fine time with an eclectic array of concerts on offer in the Derbyshire spa town - and you'll find plenty of great ales and cocktails for pre- or post-show drinks

The Rooms at the Nook, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire: hotel review

This ramshackle, quirky micropub on the edge of the Peak District has added smart contemporary rooms. An unusual mix, but it works for Tony Naylor

The New 'Wizarding World Of Harry Potter' Looks Perfect

Muggles, prepare thyselves: The Wizarding World of Harry Potter is coming to Universal Studios Hollywood this spring, and it looks positively magical

River Cruise Trends: Families, Younger Passengers, Themes and Exotic Locations

River cruise lines are looking to get more families onboard

The 14 best Caribbean beaches

A selection of the most beautiful beaches for holidays in the Caribbean

Singapore's reinvention continues with opening of new National Gallery

Since the opening of its ArtScience Museum five years ago, Singapore has reinvented itself as a beacon of culture. A new National Gallery is adding to the allure, says Sophie Campbell

Cruise insider: A walk through the revamped Disney Dream

Florida Today's Suzy Fleming Leonard offers a tour of new attractions on the Disney ship

On the Cigar Trail in Cuba

Prompted by thawing relations, an American cigar lover goes to Cuba to find one of the best.

Photo tour: The charm of a Windstar sailing ship

The 148-passenger Wind Spirit recently underwent a major overhaul.

A guide to 2015's hottest Caribbean destination

Haiti is the year's hottest vacation destination. See how to visit safely!

Don't let one bad app spoil your smartphone

Some of the most flawed travel apps are offered by major airlines, hotels and online travel agencies, at least according to the reviews.

Meet Mexico's peaceful paradise: Isla Holbox

The slender island off the Yucatan Peninsula is one of the Caribbean's best-kept secrets

Don't let the airlines lose your suitcase this Thanksgiving

So far this year, 3.3 bags for every 1,000 passengers haven't arrived on time.

JetBlue partners with Bandwagon to offer taxisharing at JFK's T5

The service uses software and a mobile app to buddy-up taxi riders heading in the same direction.

Downtown Las Vegas is now a place to stay, shop and play after a glitzy makeover

Downtown Sin City has undergone a face-lift of its own, with Fremont Street Experience, the Downtown Container Park and more. Still yearning for a bit of Rat Pack-era Vegas? Pop by Atomic Liquors.

Chalet Auriane, La Tzoumaz - hotel review: Verbier's secret, chic litt

What does a ski holiday mean to you? If the words "table dancing" and "spag bol" spring to mind, look away now. Then again, stick with me: there may come a moment when convenience, good value, and an outdoor hot tub of one's own will take precedence over Jägerbombs at dawn. A week in La Tzoumaz could be just the ticket.

Apple is giving away free Tube travel

Apple and Mastercard are giving free Tube travel to people on the next four Mondays. Fares will be free for anyone using Apple Pay and a Mastercard. The refunds will run on all of the Mondays between 23 November and 14 December.

14 Great Things to Do in Southern Delaware

As one 20-something former New York City dweller admitted to me, "I came to Lewes to visit my retired parents and ended up staying myself." Southern Delaware can have that effect on people.

The Least Visited Countries In Europe Are Also Some Of The Prettiest

Some dwarf in comparison to their gargantuan neighbors, others are still branded with a scarlet letter thanks to past global conflicts and none can compete with France's food scene, England's charms or Italy's gorgeous coastline, but nevertheless you should check out the ten least visited countries in Europe.

10 of the best B

From a boutique guesthouse above a Bordeaux bistro to a surrealist-inspired retreat in Berlin, these 10 stylish and friendly B

Tiffany's Jewelry Store Opens on Oasis of the Seas and Other Cruise News

Sparkle lovers, rejoice: The first Tiffany

36 Hours in Montreal

Whether you want to embrace the season on rinks, trails or runs, or dodge the cold and head to the spa, this vibrant city has it all.

An Unlikely Tourist Attraction in Poland: Storks

About a half-mile from the Russian border, hidden in the rolling hills of northernmost Poland, is the tiny village of Zywkowo, population 25 humans and 43 pairs of nesting white storks.

Under the sea: The best dive resorts in the Caribbean

Divers sometimes get lumped in with surfers as being so passionate about their sport that they don’t really care about their accommodations. At first light they’ll be out on the water and at day’s end they’ll tumble into bed worn out after the day’s activities.

Air France: Demand dipped after Paris attacks

"We have noticed some decline in our bookings," Air France-KLM CEO told USA TODAY.

U.S. airport workers stage one-day strike

Washington - About 2,000 airport workers struck overnight Wednesday at seven major airports

Haimark Line cancels sailings through mid-December

Cruise industry newcomer Haimark Line has canceled sailings through mid-December. The small-ship cruise company filed for bankruptcy earlier this month under the Chapter 11 section of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code but at the time didn't cancel any upcoming voyages of its one ship, the 210-passenger Saint Laurent.

Gladys Knight, Journey, Trace Adkins and more will have you rocking on these cruises

Gladys Knight is the latest Grammy winner to perform in Carnival Cruise Line's series of concerts in 2016. Others performers include KC and the Sunshine Band and Journey.

Soho Farmhouse, Oxfordshire

There is a moment, while I wait to be taken to my cabin at Soho Farmhouse, when I'm reminded of Blur's "Country House" video. Granted, there aren't pigs running amok amid scantily clad milkmaids and straw bales; nor are there bowler-hatted city types, because Soho House has a strictly "creative" members policy (though Farmhouse is open to non-members overnight too).

48 hours in Lyon: Where to go and what to see

What makes the Lyonnaise more proud about their beautiful, cultured city than anything else is its gastronomic reputation. “Lyon has the finest larder in France ... and this explains why the city has such a long history of superb cooks,” says Paul Bocuse, who's not only the most famous living chef in Lyon, but in France – and quite possibly the world.

The 40 best mountain restaurants

Food on the mountain can vary hugely, from overpriced frites to sumptuous gourmet cuisine. Our four foodies have done the hard work taste-testing so you don't have to – here's their pick of the top 40 mouth-wateringly good ski resort restaurants. Enjoy.

Berlin's real Bridge of Spies

On a tour of Berlin's Cold War locations, our correspondent meets a former CIA agent exchanged at the Glienicker Bridge in 1985 and channels his inner Bond at the Spy Museum

Viv Richards: Antigua's beaches, rum and street food are its real treasures

Head beyond the big hotels to find the real flavour of Antigua, says the West Indies cricket legend, in the street food shacks, bars - and at a beach for every day of the year

5 stunning beach resorts to visit this winter

The wintertime blues are on the way. When the time comes, here are some beach resorts to put on your short list.

At this new Las Vegas restaurant, this lobster treat is on a roll

Luke's Lobster has opened its first restaurant in the West. Its portable meals include shrimp, crab and lobster rolls.

7 Keys to Traveling Without Fear Despite Terrorist Attacks

This weekend's terrorist attacks in Paris underscore that we're living in a world where anything can happen at any time. But the answer is not to stay home.

Yes, that was an El Al Boeing 777 at the airport in Billings, Mont.

Flight's 279 passengers and 20 crewmembers, all of whom got an unexpected 12-hour visit to Montana on their way from Tel Aviv to Los Angeles.

Nine tips for a more comfortable flight

We asked 10 frequent-flying pros for their best tips on how to keep as comfortable as possible.

Four 'don't miss' museum shows this fall in Washington, D.C.

New shows at Washington, D.C., museums include "Wonder" at the newly renovated Renwick Gallery and an updated FBI and terrorism exhibition at the Newseum.

Villa Epecuén, Argentina's ghost town

Thirty years ago this month, one of Argentina's most popular spa towns vanished without a trace. Over a few short days, Villa Epecuén was wiped off the map, engulfed by flood water from Lake Epecuén.

Fashion designer hotels

Collaborations between fashion designers and luxury hotels, from Karl Lagerfeld's Odyssey in Monaco to Versace's daring Dubai bolthole

Sydney's White Bay Cruise Ferry Postponed at Last Minute -- Again

Sydney's new ferry to White Bay Cruise Terminal has faced another setback. The service, operated by Captain Cook Cruises, was set to start running tomorrow (20 November 2015) but final clearance has not yet been issued by the NSW Ports Authority.

Gay Berlin: a guide to clubs, bars, culture and drag shows

Continuing our series on LGBTQ culture around the world, we explore Berlin's vibrant scene, from the clubs where the party's still going strong on Monday morning to arts institutions where diversity is celebrated to the max

Top 10 budget beach hotels on Mexico's Pacific coast

Enjoy ocean views from rooftop bars or just step out and get the sand between your toes. From Mazatlán to Pochutla, here are 10 charming beachside escapes

On Maui, you can get into an equine state of mind by becoming a cowboy for a day

Horse trekking in upcountry Maui is a departure from sandy beaches -- and a good way to see other parts of the island.

Best hotels for viewing the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

Whether you need to book a stay or simply require a meeting point, these spots have got you covered.

Defying gravity: Aerial acrobatic acts on cruise ships

Spectacular, circus-worthy feats are even more awe-inspiring on the high seas.

Feds Crack Down on Not-So-Hot Tamales at Airport

The tamales weren't hot, but they were illegal. Customs officials announced Wednesday that they seized 450 pork tamales smuggled from Mexico to Los Angeles in luggage earlier in the month.

48 hours in Cologne: Where to go and what to see

Why go now? Germany's fourth-largest city is an urban jewel with medieval streets laid out alongside the Rhine. Cologne is at its prettiest before Christmas, when festive markets take over its squares in a haze of lights and stalls.

Tracing Frank Lloyd Wright in Oak Park, Illinois

As an architecture buff, I had been drawn to the work of Frank Lloyd Wright for years before finally seeing his innovative Frederick C. Robie House on the South Side of Chicago last year.

Photo tour: Inside one of the most elegant ships on the Danube

Thinking about a river cruise on the Danube? Our latest Cruise Ship Tour, in the carousel above, offers a deck-by-deck look at one of the most elegant vessels on the river, Tauck's Savor.

Best restaurants in the 10 busiest U.S. airports

Yelp polled their Community Managers from around the country to determine the best eats at the 10 busiest airports across the U.S. From tortas created by celebrity chefs to an energizing acai berry smoothie, these are Yelpers' favorite bites and sips.

Virgin America: Denver, here we come

Virgin America is adding Denver to its route map. The carrier will launch service from the city on March 15, offering nonstop flights to its main hub in San Francisco. Virgin America will fly three daily round-trip flights each weekday, with a slightly reduced weekend schedule.

Tropical turkey? Thanksgiving Day feasts in the Caribbean

Vacationing in the Caribbean doesn't mean you can't have a full Thanksgiving dinner.

Accor Hotels promises better in-room TVs with Samsung deal

Accor Hotels has linked up with Samsung to provide ultra-high-definition televisions and connectivity to its hotel guests.

Will your reward points be safe after the Marriott-Starwood merger?

One day after the mega-merger of Marriott and Starwood, consumers are beginning to ask

Embassy Row Hotel: A sanctuary for D.C.

The star attraction of this Washington hotel is its location amid the storied city's historic sites, steps from restaurants, a famous farmers' market and embassies

Winter music festivals: From Sonar in Reykjavik to Horizon in Bulgaria

As winter takes hold, hibernation may seem like the only option. But across the northern hemisphere, a calendar of festivals promises to warm the shorter days and ignite the longer nights.

Francois Hollande's declaration of 'war' has disrupted travel in France

The consequences of President Hollande's declaration that "France is at war" are now rippling through the nation, as fears of a repeat attack distort travel patterns. The French Education Ministry has cancelled all school trips until Sunday [22 November].

Air Travel Just Got More Packed On This Record-Setting Plane

Timid air travelers, take a deep breath: You're about to see the largest capacity commercial plane in the world. Last week, Emirates debuted a new Airbus A380 that seats a whopping 615 passengers, the most ever on a regularly-scheduled commercial flight.

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines' Boudicca Cruise Ship to be Fitted With Balcony Cabins

Twenty-eight cabins will be fitted with terrace balconies during a refurbishment to prepare Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines' Boudicca for the 2016/17 cruise season. Following a 16-night Mediterranean cruise, the 880-passenger vessel left Newcastle in the U.K. today, bound for Germany's Lloyd Werft shipyard.

Unbelievable places you have to see to believe

Get ready for your daily dose of wanderlust...and then some.

7 Reasons to Visit San Antonio Now

If your memories of San Antonio include a stop at the Alamo and a meal on the River Walk accented by colorful umbrellas and mariachi music, it's time to visit

Vanuatu's Espiritu Santo, where paradise is a leaky canoe without a paddle

Smiles dazzle, adventures abound and bliss comes out of the luminous blue water on the island that inspired South Pacific

Easy ways to save money on a cruise

There are plenty of creative ways to cut costs without sacrificing the best parts of the trip.

You Won't Want to Bring Your Kids to These 12 Destinations

Whether you're looking to have a romantic getaway with your significant other, or simply cut travel expenses (and annoyances? maybe we're going too far...), there are plenty of destinations best suited for couples.

What Travelers Can Expect in Paris

If you’re visiting Paris, here’s what you need to know about flights, hotels, getting around and how to help in the wake of the attacks.

KLM gets its first Boeing 787 Dreamliner

KLM has become the world’s latest airline to add the Boeing 787 “Dreamliner” to its fleet. The Dutch carrier celebrated the delivery of its first 787 on Saturday at a ceremony at Boeing’s assembly line in Everett, Wash.

Airlines waive change fees as snow creates headaches for Denver fliers

A winter snowstorm was proving to be a nuisance for fliers headed through Denver on Monday.

Colorado's Great Sand Dunes National Park: A sea of sand and silence

Striding across the barren dunes, we could be forgiven for thinking ourselves on an alien planet

Isle of Wight walk: The island once enjoyed by the Victorian A-list

An island walk, but as we set off it feels as though we're on the deck of a ship cresting a wave. The path sweeps up the monumental humpback of Tennyson Down on the Isle of Wight, broad green slopes falling away to the sea to port and starboard.

St Jerome's, Melbourne - hotel review: On the roof, under canvas

Melbourne has a knack for sprouting stylish hangouts in unconventional locations. In the Central Business District (CBD), alleyways, basements and unmarked doors hide a thrilling assortment of bars and design stores that take effort to find, but are all the more worthwhile for it.

Cruise Lines and Passengers React to Paris Attacks

Cruise travel in France's ports and rivers returned to normal Monday, while passengers booked on future trips considered their options in a world where current events often affect or change vacation plans.

Organic farms with on-site restaurants

Eat fresh and have a natural experience at these destination farms with dining on-site.

Kites and colour: Sri Lanka's time to shine

From tribesmen to Test cricketers, Sri Lanka's people are the stars of John Gimlette's new book with its towns, jungles and islets a vivid backdrop

Quark Expeditions Antarctica Cruise Ship Sustains Damage, Sailing Canceled

A Quark Expeditions cruise ship, Ocean Endeavour, sustained damage from ice in Antarctica, forcing the line to cancel the vessel's next sailing. There were no passenger or crew injuries during the incident, which occurred near the South Shetland Islands at 3:30 a.m. Sunday.

Hospitality mega-merger set to create world

Marriott International has agreed to buy Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide for $12.2bn (£8bn), in a move that will create the world's largest hotels chain with 1.1 million rooms.

Why I Still Think Human Beings Can Make the Best Travel Planners

A year ago we launched The WOW List - my list of rigorously road-tested Trusted Travel Experts who design and book magical trips

Finding Alice’s ‘Wonderland’ in Oxford

Alice leaned back in the rowboat and watched flecks of blue flicker among the branches overhead. She heard the sound of the oars splashing in the water as the boat made its way up the Thames from Oxford, and of her sisters Lorina and Edith giggling, but mostly she heard Mr. Dodgson weaving a tale about another Alice, a little girl who had fallen down a rabbit hole and was now having a wonderful adventure in a wonderful land.

Smaller carry-on bags help fliers fight for shrinking space

Manufacturers roll out luggage designed to fit into tiny overhead bins or under your seat.

Roughing it in Arcosanti, Arizona, a sci-fi mini city said to have inspired 'Star Wars'

'Arcology' architect Paolo Soleri dared to dream at Arcosanti, in Mayer, Ariz. Ponder his vision and explore from $50 per night.

Paris attacks: Is it safe to travel to Paris?

Following a series of coordinated terror attacks across Paris, Nick Trend offers advice to those due to travel to the city

Hey Air Travelers, Here's How to Make Coach Feel Like First

Air travel can be a humiliating, dehumanizing and even torturous experience -- at least according to my e-mail inbox. I hear often from readers like Sue McDonough, who contacted me after flying from Calgary to Washington on United Airlines recently.

Travelers brace for delays, disruptions in wake of Paris terror attack

Travelers faced uncertainty about schedules and security in the wake of a coordinated terrorist attack in Paris late Friday.

10 of the best hidden bars and restaurants in New York

From an original speakeasy to a much-loved hole-in-the-wall bodega, we pick 10 "secret" places from a new book on New York's eating and drinking scene

Camping around South America

After four years' travelling from the Caribbean coast to Patagonia, Paula Dear says camping in deserts, in the shadow of the Andes and by tropical beaches - all for under

Affordable ways to ski in Europe's most glamorous resorts

You don't need a mountain of money to hit Europe's glamorous ski resorts. From B

Remodeled V Palm Springs hotel will open in March -- just in time for Coachella

The 140-room V Palm Springs opens in March. It's a redo of the old Curve Palm Springs Hotel.

Royal Caribbean Charging for WOWBands

Royal Caribbean has begun charging $4.99 for its WOWBands on Anthem of the Seas. The RFID bands, which wearers can use in place of their room keys to get into cabins or pay for drinks, are still free on Quantum of the Seas and were free on Anthem of the Seas during its stay in the U.K. Passengers in junior suites or above still receive the WOWBands for free.

Carnival Changes Policy on Over-the-Door Organizers and Other Cruise News

Over-the-door shoe holders, long used in cabins by cruisers to organize everything from toiletries to jewelry, can still be used aboard Carnival Cruise Line ships -- but with stipulations. Line representative Vance Gulliksen says, "they may only be used if they are a fire retardant material and do not damage the door," adding that they must also be hung on the inside of the cabin, rather than facing out into the hallway.

It's strangely simple to throw a parade on the streets of New Orleans

With the groom leading the way, we followed, marched, danced, drank and high-fived our way along Bourbon and Royal Streets

36 Hours in Luang Prabang, Laos

Low-key pleasures in this lovely, ancient royal city include textile galleries, dozens of temples and small cafes.

In Tokyo, Tsukiji Fish Market Braces for an Uncertain Future

Tokyo is known for its neon lights and armies of salarymen who spill out of office towers in often indistinct neighborhoods. But amid that giant urban crush is Tsukiji fish market, the world’s largest.

How to sail the Mediterranean in luxury

There's a lot to like about sailing the Mediterranean in a luxury yacht.

Airline on-time rates in September among best in 21 years

Rate was 4th-highest rate for arriving on time in nearly 21 years of DOT records.

Quiet island: Why you should visit Nantucket in the fall

Prices and crowds may drop dramatically during shoulder season, but the town remains charming as ever

Cruise line Haimark files for bankruptcy

The new small-ship line debuted just six months ago.

easyJet plans invitation-only frequent-flier program

There'll be a catch; It's invitation only. And it won't necessarily dole out free flights.

Maison Souquet, Paris - hotel review

It often takes me a good day and a half to reach the stage of feeling that I am on holiday - impatiently padding around the pool, slouching with a book, tossing and turning, trying to get comfortable, before giving up and going for a wander or, more likely, reaching for my phone. So, the speed and certainty with which it hit me at La Maison Souquet came as quite a surprise.

Underground hotels: Stay in a former silver mine or underwater island

Sala Silver Mine, Vastmanland As the name suggests, this Swedish hotel was a working mine for 400 years. It is now a museum but there is one suite for rent, 155m below ground, with a bed and two silver chairs tucked in one nook, and a small breakfast table in another.

Biblically-sized ark at centre of new religious theme park

Ark Encounter theme park in Kentucky, opening next July, will feature an ark built to God's specifications

Norwegian UK plans low-cost flights to Asia and South America

Subsidiary of Norwegian, Europe's third largest low-cost airline, to launch next year, with direct flights to Asia, South America and Africa a possibility

7 Fairy Tale Castles Where You Can Spend the Night

Travel back in time by planning a stay at a castle bed and breakfast, where your fairy tale dreams are sure to come true. The following castles offer rooms and suites for rent within ancient, fortified walls -- among rolling vineyards, medieval towns and landscaped lawns.

Istanbul's top 10 historic shopping arcades

Architecture and shopping go hand in hand at these characterful arcades, which also offer a glimpse into the city's rich past

The most dangerous waterways on Earth

Bangladesh has some of the most dangerous waterways on Earth, but locals still swear by the historic paddlewheel steamers built nearly a century ago.

In Bucharest, the Old Town Sees New Life

On a recent warm evening, the cobbled lanes around Strada Lipscani in the historical heart of Bucharest were bustling as young Romanians and tourists filled the many bars and restaurants in this once-dilapidated part of the city.

Baltimore is latest U.S. city to land regular Boeing Dreamliner flights

Baltimore will get new-age jet as BA switches from the Boeing 767 it currently flies there.

Lufthansa strike continues, strands 100,000 more filers on Wednesday

Lufthansa grounded nearly a third of its schedule Wednesday as attendant strike persists.

Five great places to see killer whales in the wild

Where to go, from Alaska to Southern California, to see orcas in the wild.

A weekend of sampling the good life, pure and simple, in Calistoga, Calif.

Calistoga, Calif., is a charming, small-town pocket of Napa Valley, with mineral springs to boot. And for a change of pace in wine country, the Calistoga Inn's brewery beckons.

The truth about whether it's safe to sleep naked in a hotel room

Wannabe or first-time travellers have been quizzing global jet-setters online in an attempt to find out the answer to a mystifying question - whether it is really safe to sleep naked in a hotel room.

Shedland: the archipelago and its Nordic connections

Jimmy Perez stood in the doorway of the Scalloway Hotel on a still, grey Sunday afternoon, lit a cigarette and took a slow, thoughtful drag. This wasn't the opening of a new Ann Cleeves' crime novel.

The Best All-Inclusive Resorts In The World

Many savvy travelers will tell you that all-inclusive resorts are THE way to travel -- not only because all-inclusives handle the room, food, drinks and fun for one (typically) low price, but also because they're also located in some of the most stunning places on Earth.

The 5 Airports You Should Avoid At All Costs This Thanksgiving

Along with too much turducken, Thanksgiving week brings us -- no surprise here! -- the busiest travel day of the entire year.

Alpena a Haven for History Buffs and Outdoor Enthusiasts

History buffs seeking outdoor adventure will believe they've struck gold when visiting the city of Alpena on Michigan's east coast. Alpena is rich with both -- many times in the same activity or attraction.

Mile-high city just got higher: Denver's first cannabis-friendly B

When Colorado legalised cannabis possession in 2014, the anticipated "Green Rush" of dope tourists didn't quite happen. But the first stoners' B

The best record shops in Europe, chosen by experts

The UK has been covered, so here musicians and record industry insiders choose their favourite European destinations for buying vinyl ... and just hanging out

'Tangled the Musical' Debuts on Disney Magic

The world premiere of Disney Magic's "Tangled the Musical" took place onboard the ship in Miami today, attended by members of the media, special guests, and the families of past and active military in honor of Veteran's Day.

Cunard Reveals Plans for New Queen Mary 2 Lounge

Queen Mary 2 will see the current Winter Garden transformed into a stylish all-day venue called the Carinthia Lounge.

Las Vegas getting a W Hotel as part of existing SLS Hotel on the Strip

A W Hotel will join the SLS

Delta adding a second route between USA and Iceland

Delta is the only U.S. carrier to fly to Iceland, will battle Icelandair on new route.

Putting entitled travelers in their place

They're spoiled. They're demanding. And they're ruining travel for everyone else.

Photo Tour: Inside the ultra-luxurious Viceroy Anguilla

Viceroy Anguilla is a jaw-droppingly luxurious way to stay in the Caribbean. See inside.

Touring the lesser-known Florida Keys

Most visitors to south Florida stick to Miami or Key West. But in between are towns and islands that surprise with their natural beauty, culinary delights and friendly residents.

Santiago de Cuba: A 'steaming, breathing, rhythmic city' of revolution, rum and perseverance

Seeking a fresh muse, bestselling author Marissa Stapley turns to Santiago de Cuba, where 500 years of mystery, history and culture are nestled between the green mountains and blue sea

10 of London's Best Kept Secrets

If you find yourself traveling through Europe, you'll have to stop by London for some crumpets and tea! We all know about The London Eye, Buckingham Palace, and Big Ben, but after you visit those sites you need to take a behind-the-scenes look at the real heart of London.

The Best Weekend Trips From L.A.

Even the most devoted Angeleno will tell you that one of the best things about L.A. is getting out of it for a day -- if not a weekend. Lucky for them, many wildly cool places (including otherworldly Antelope Valley, above) exist within easy striking distance.

How Cali's DIY dance clubs keep the spirit of salsa alive

In Cali, south Colombia, discotecas are treasure troves of old-school salsa and other Latino music, with vast collections of vinyl, turntables, posters, and, of course, dance floors

10 of the best ways to enjoy Amsterdam ... on a budget

Follow our savvy guide and you can enjoy free gigs, art galleries and walking tours, stay in a cool hostel and refuel on cheap eats

When cities rise from the depths

There are hundreds of submerged cities around the world. We are only just beginning to discover what they have to tell us about the prehistoric human past.

5 best shows to see in Las Vegas

The current crop of top acts have taken Sin City spectacle to a whole new level, incorporating stunning special effects, elaborate sets and state-of-the-art audiovisual technology.

MSC Cruises to Deploy Second Ship in Cuba

Speaking at a media briefing during the presentation of the newly refurbished MSC Lirica, CEO Gianni Onorato said MSC Cruises is "planning to add a second ship in Cuba from winter 2016," according to SeatradeCruise News.

Norwegian Escape Christened By Pitbull in Miami Pierside Ceremony

American rapper and ship godfather Pitbull christens NCL cruise ship Norwegian Escape in Miami.

Finding the Perfect Balance in Texas Hill Country

It's 7 a.m. in Austin when I pull into the parking lot at Stephen F. Austin High School with a dear friend, long-time local—and fellow travel writer—Becca

Bangkok, Thailand, a city of contrasts, is serenely chaotic

Bangkok, Thailand, home to the Grand Palace complex and the Reclining Buddha at Wat Pho, is serene and chaotic.

The holiday season begins now

Between Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party and special holiday rides, now is the time to celebrate.

Off-Season Hamptons: What to Do

In the fall, off-season Hamptons is a quieter place, a little ghostly, decidedly small-townish and teeming with very noticeable wildlife.

Burma after the return of tourism

As Burma goes to the polls, our expert looks at how, after Aung San Suu Kyi welcomed tourists back, visitor spending is now directly helping local people

All hail the rail and sail trail

The magnificent journey: the rail and sail trail.

The butler did it: Luxury service on cruise ships

Butlers on cruise ships deliver service with a smile - and sometimes a wink.

New Florida train service to whisk passengers between Miami and Orlando

A privately owned and operated passenger rail line will link Florida cities by mid-2017.

Tasty stops when traversing the Canadian Rockies by rail

Patricia Street Deli in Jasper, Canada, and in Smithers, Canada, Trackside Cantina had delicious menu items, a Times reader says.

Cirque du Soleil to Hit the High Seas with MSC Cruises

Cirque du Soleil's award-winning acrobats, contortionists and aerialists are heading to the high seas through a partnership with MSC Cruises.

Russia sends planes for thousands of stranded tourists in Egypt

Moscow suspended all flights to Egypt amid security concerns in the aftermath of the Oct. 31 plane crash

Airlines with the most legroom- a guide for tall travelers

Is your favorite airline one of the roomiest?

Oh snap! Here's a Patagonia adventure for photography and hiking enthusiasts

Ciclismo Classico is offering a nine-day excursion in Patagonia led by South American photographer and filmmaker Ossian Lindhol.

The world

An expertly curated selection of 1,000 of the world's most stylish hotels; 22,000 votes cast by the travel-savvy public; a panel of 50 tastemaker judges; and 12 amazing award-winners.

10 Things Only People Who Are Born To Travel Will Understand

If you have the travel bug, your life is just a hundred times more exciting and enjoyable than those who never leave home

In wake of crash, Egypt opens tombs to spur tourist interest

Egypt opened three tombs in the ancient city of Luxor to the public for the first time on Thursday, hoping to spur interest in tourism despite the shadow of last weekend's airline crash in the Sinai Peninsula

San Francisco Says No to the 'Airbnb Initiative'

The defeat of Proposition F marks a victory for the company—on its home turf, no less

Top 10 craft beer pubs in east London

Amid the waterways and warehouses of east London are the breweries and pubs that give the area its reputation as the epicentre of the UK craft beer movement

Which Hawaiian Island Is Right For You?

So many islands, so little vacation time

Cities You Need To Visit Before They Sink

Visit these coastal and river port cities around the world sooner rather than later. Among them are first-world cities like New York and Amsterdam

48 hours in Ghent: Where to go and what to see

Beer, bicycles and battlements are just three elements of this multi-dimensional Belgian city

10 Best Hotel comeback success stories

Hotels can lose their luster over the years. Sometimes, though, thanks to vision and investment, lodgings can regain their appeal

10 shows to see in Las Vegas this season

Catch dance, rock, divas and holiday musicals in Las Vegas from now through December

'Grease' to Headline Harmony of the Seas Entertainment; Jamie's Italian Added

Royal Caribbean has announced venues and shows to appear on the upcoming Harmony of the Seas

New giant cruise ship arrives in New York

Royal Caribbean's Anthem of the Seas will sail year-round from Cape Liberty, N.J

American agrees to honor zero-dollar tickets to China

A computer glitch allowed more than 1,600 travelers to get free or nearly free tickets from American Airlines for trips from the U.S. to China

Airlines expect 25M passengers around Thanksgiving holiday

It will be the highest number since the recession of 2008, an industry group announced Thursday

An Arts Explosion Takes Shanghai

Museums and galleries are turning the once-industrial West Bund into a cultural hub

Britain, Concerned About Russian Crash, Halts Sinai Flights

Prime Minister David Cameron announced the suspension of all flights between Britain and the Egyptian resort of Sharm el Sheikh

The most Instagrammed locations in America

How many of these photos have you taken?

Holland America's suite upgrades: What guests can expect

With the impending launch of the Koningsdam, Holland America Line's newest cruise ship, a number of new partnerships have been announced, and now details about the rest of the fleet's suite upgrades have been revealed in a recent news release

A Guide to NYC's Coolest Borough (It's Not Brooklyn)

Though the borough may be in mourning following the Mets' World Series defeat, there’s still plenty to celebrate in Queens—here are a few of the best, local-approved spots to eat, drink, and shop

Best Affordable All-Inclusive Resorts

All-inclusive resorts that deliver surprising luxuries, service, and cuisine at an affordable (and predictable) price

Winter city breaks in Europe: readers' tips

Snow and ice feature strongly in our readers' winter break tips, but it's not a complete white-out; your body temperature will be lifted by smoky cheeses in Poland, donuts in Naples, and dessert wine in Budapest

10 Reasons Why Colombia Is the Next Mexico

Here's why former war-torn Colombia is now a safer, better, less expensive, and more genuine option for your next warm weather vacation

Celebrity Cruises Introduces Upgrade Program for Loyal Cruisers

Members of Celebrity Cruises' Captain's Club loyalty program will soon have a shot at a low-cost upgrade to a higher cabin category through the line's Reduced Rate Upgrade Program

What crisis? Greece expects record visitor numbers in 2016

Greek tourism minister believes the country will benefit as tourists are put off visiting the Middle East

15 best country house hotels

Britain’s country house hotels took off post-war, when increasing numbers of city workers sought the tranquillity of the countryside for short breaks

Lunch hour! Quirky Memphis eatery evokes elementary school

The creative sandwiches at the kitschy and cozy Lunchbox Eats are a nice break from ribs

Richard Branson helps give Virgin America a splashy debut to Hawaii

Hawaii is a leisure destination the airline says frequent-fliers have been clamoring for

10 legendary monsters and where to find them

Discover some of the world's most dramatic landscapes in a hunt for these supernatural spooks

Chef Dale Talde’s Must-Eat Tour of Chicago

Talde shares the restaurants that spawned some of his most popular dishes, including ramen with bacon and egg and buttered toast–infused broth and "phot roast"

Hamptons' True Colors Show in Autumn Off-Season

Come fall, when the crowds and cars and high-season glamour fade, turkeys, like so many other things in the Hamptons, come into their own

Hotel and Resort News: City Guides, and Healthier Menus

What you need to know if you’re on a trip or planning one soon, including a new hotel rewards site and an award for a Trump hotel in Canada

Rome's Trevi Fountain reopens after $2.2M makeover

Tourists cheered as the fountain's waters flowed once more

Fly London to Sydney in 4 hours with new jet engine

The day long journey from Sydney to London could be a thing of the past

10 Best Croatia Experiences

For a country a tad smaller than West Virginia, Croatia packs a mighty punch of gorgeous scenery, rich history and flavorful cuisine

Dead or alive: culture is kicking in Pátzcuaro, Mexico

Pátzcuaro may be one of the best places in Mexico to see Day of the Dead celebrations, but the Purépecha people’s heartland has great art, history and scenery all year round

Weather Delays Holland America's Nieuw Amsterdam in Barcelona

Rough seas and high winds in Barcelona have forced Holland America's Nieuw Amsterdam to begin its transatlantic sailing a day late

Royal Caribbean Orders Fifth Quantum Class Cruise Ship

Royal Caribbean has entered into an agreement with the Meyer Werft shipyard in Germany to order a fifth cruise ship in its Quantum Class to be delivered in fall 2020

5 things about Britain tourists find the most surprising

Britain can be a strange and confusing place for tourists. In an Ask Reddit thread, many tourists described what shocked them the most about visiting the UK. From the size of our apples to our exquisite etiquette, here are the things about Britain tourists find the most surprising

The dark side of business travel

Business trips might sound glamorous on the surface, but for people constantly traveling for work the reality is often quite different

11 hotels with great fall foliage views

Changing leaves can be spotted across the U.S., but some areas showcase them better than others

Volcano eruption grounds flights, strands thousands in Bali and nearby islands

The eruption has forced the closure of the airport serving the popular resort island of Bali

Sip in Spain's Rioja and Ribera del Duero wine regions

Northern Spain's renowned wine regions are known for producing tempranillo

The Freedom of Travel vs. The Paralysis of Stuff

On the heels of Black Friday, Jenn Miller discusses why she'd rather have options than possessions and questions the sanity of following the American Dream just because that's the way it's always been done. Are you itching for something different?

The world's best new luxury cruises

We've rounded up the most luxurious and design-forward vessels sailing today

10 of the best restaurants and street food snacks in Goa

Goan cuisine has been influenced by an exotic blend of sea, spices and foreign invaders - first the Portuguese, then the hippies and lately food-savvy travellers - which means delicious Indian snacks, fantastic fish and modern fusion are all on offer

Dalston Hall, Carlisle, Cumbria: hotel review

Bling decor and patchy food marred a stay in this beautiful 16th-century manor house hotel on the edge of the Lake District

The Best Resorts In America

Spa resorts, ski resorts, mountain lodges -- these are the top resorts in the United States

4 Places in South America to Visit Right Now

With so many alluring destinations across South America, it's hard to pick where to travel next. From the rugged beauty of Patagonia to the striking architecture of Colombia, this part of the world offers romance, charm and a myriad of cultural attractions

Crystal Cruises Announces Five New River Ships, Early Start to River Cruise Program

In response to cruiser and travel agent demand, Crystal River Cruises -- the new river cruise division of luxury line Crystal Cruises -- has placed orders for four new river ships, which will launch in 2017

The Rocks, Sydney: A journey from criminal to cultural

At first glance, The Rocks hides its less than salubrious past beneath a veneer of tourist allure. Sydney's first European settlement, right on the shoreline, flanked by the Harbour Bridge and the Opera House, has been restless since the moment the British First Fleet disgorged its convicts there in 1788 and created the colony that burgeoned into Australia

Florida Keys: Best stops on the Overseas Highway

Most visitors head straight to Key West, but Big Pine Key, Marathon, Islamorada or Key Largo offer great fishing, diving and incredible wildlife

Europe's best fall art, music and food festivals

Glastonbury-sized festivals are ever-popular, of course, but I've always preferred the quirkier grassroots events where you get to rub shoulders with the residents - and snap photos of their magnificent turnips

Will Uber put taxis out of business in London?

For the past 150 years, London black cab drivers have been walking, talking (and occasionally swearing) navigational systems, successfully delivering passengers to their destinations since G, P and S were just three more letters of the alphabet

Frontier Airlines: Double miles through the end of 2015

Frontier Airlines is rolling out a double mile promotion that will help its customers earn more miles and earn elite status twice as fast on flights through the end of the year

Emirates: Delta's Dubai-Atlanta route should've been a moneymaker

Emirates contends Delta route from Atlanta to Dubai should be profitable -- and one Emirates will consider adding when Delta leaves in February

In Newport, a Hotel Where Modern Meets Gilded Age

In most regards, Gilded strikes the right balance between old-fashioned charm and modern comfort

The world's best new luxury cruises

We've rounded up the most luxurious and design-forward vessels sailing today

Can You Protect Your Tummy From Traveler's Diarrhea?

There are about as many myths and misconceptions about traveler's diarrhea as there are names for it, such as Delhi belly and Montezuma's revenge. We're here to explain what actually will help

Patagonia's controversial new national park

The creation of the Parque Patagonia conservation area - the brainchild of a billionaire US couple - is a step to creating one of the world's largest national parks. But what's the hiking like?

Uncovering Cali cool in Santa Barbara's Funk Zone

Once a retreat for older, wealthier Californians, the West Coast town is finding its edge

The Top 5 Small Cities In The U.S.

This roundup features the country's best smaller cities, with populations under 150,000

The Emperor strikes back in St Helena

Two centuries after Napoleon's exile to St Helena he still has a hold over this tiny South Atlantic island

The Big Six: French ski chalets

From Val d'lsere to Courchevel and Chamonix, six accomodations, six budgets, to plan your ski holiday this season

A walking tour of Glasgow’s rock ’n’ roll geography

Glasgow is a city of grey spires and greyer skies. But even in unflattering light, under a bleak, granite-coloured sky, Glasgow maintains a rock ’n’ roll swagger

Disney Parks: The Force will soon be with you

Disneyland and Disney World will be celebrating the holiday season with some Jedi and friends

Airports go mobile to improve operations

At Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, there's an app for just about everything

Cruising in style: Swanky new luxury ship opens for bookings

One of the most luxurious cruise ships ever envisioned is now open for bookings

Fog snarls flights in London, western Europe

Fog was creating major headaches for air travelers in Europe on Monday. London's busy Heathrow and Gatwick airports were the hardest hit

Australia using drones to combat rising number of shark attacks

The country is going high-tech to keep swimmers and beachgoers safe

10 of the best haunted sites around the world

From a ‘hanging-doll’ island in Mexico to the English estate which inspired The Turn of the Screw, the author of A Natural History of Ghosts picks some of his favourite spooky sites

Cruise Lines Are (Finally) Improving Wi-Fi

The Wi-Fi experience on cruise ships may soon improve thanks to new moves from industry leaders like Carnival and Royal Caribbean

Kate Humble discovers the real Papua New Guinea

Kate Humble finds out how tourism is helping to preserve a unique way of life in this remote and dramatic land

Is 'floga' the answer for nervous fliers?

Pre-flight yoga classes have landed at Gatwick with the backing of medical experts - but will they ever take off?

Your guide to some of the best independent bookstores in Las Vegas

A selection of independent bookstores and literary outlets shows that Las Vegas can also be a good read

9 outrageously designed luxury hotels

From undersea resorts to cascading ground-scrapers, here's a look at nine of the most exciting luxury hotels due to open in the coming years

Hyatt in talks to purchase Starwood Hotels

Starwood Hotels is nearing a deal to sell the company or merge with another hotel chain

The Best Destinations For Adventure Travelers

Whether you're interested in seeing as much of this magnificent planet as possible or you're simply interested in exploring some of the lesser-known, far-flung corners of the world, here a few of the most outstanding off-the-grid escapes that every adventure enthusiast should visit

Canada's aboriginal tourism: It doesn't get much more traditional than this

As travellers' demands for "authentic" experiences grows, so does the popularity of Canada's aboriginal tourism offerings

These brand new airlines are making regional routes trendy again

A new freshmen class of startup airlines are making a go of regional routes for the first time in decades

6 great miles-and-points blogs to learn the art of travel hacking

Don't worry if you're a newbie to travel hacking, as these miles and points cover everything you need to know, step by step

Delta dumps Dubai, blames 'subsidized capacity' from Gulf rivals

The latest salvo in the battle between U.S. and Middle East airlines features Delta Air Lines abandoning its route from Atlanta to Dubai

Construction begins on another record size Royal Caribbean ship

The as-yet-unnamed vessel will be the fourth in the line's much-ballyhooed Oasis series

Seven reasons to actually take your vacation days (we're looking at you America)

Because never taking a day off is never something to brag about

Top 10 Countries to Visit in 2016

Where are the best places in the world to travel in 2016? Our experts have the answers

Southwest Airlines announces 10 new non-stop routes

The airline announced non-stop routes that will begin this spring, along with a round of route cuts

Keeping passengers happy is not what makes airlines profitable, study finds

The airline industry is struggling to keep customers satisfied

Japan rolls out tourist hotlines to overcome language barriers

The country has experienced a surge in foreign visitors

A Local's Guide to Istanbul's Next Great Neighborhoods

Beyond Istanbul's Old City and Grand Bazaar, three once-neglected neighborhoods have realigned the city's orbit—and become centers of Turkey's cutting edge

The Best Secret Streets in 10 Cities Worldwide

Even the world's most popular cities have discoveries to offer. Read on for our picks of streets off the beaten path in 10 major cities worldwide

A Wine-Lover's Tour Through Tuscany

Travel Leisure's wine expert takes readers on a tour of Tuscany

Let’s go to … Peterborough

The ‘Gateway to the Fens’ is hosting spooky tours in its newly opened 500-year-old vaults, but with heritage trails, classic pubs and food, it’s a fine place to visit year-round

Take the kids to - Camera Obscura, Edinburgh

Take a fairground hall of mirrors, add a dose of 21st-century tech and you have a fun day out for everyone. Just beware the giant children

Bookshop hostel opens in Tokyo with beds hidden behind bookshelves

Bookworms should consider flying over to Tokyo to spend some nights in a new hostel set to offer the ultimate experience for prolific pageturners. The Book and Bed Hostel opens its doors, or should that read shelves, on 5 November and houses more than 1,700 English and Japanese books and comics

A trend? New Norwegian cruise ship is the latest with a 'snow room'

Norwegian Cruise Line's largest ship ever is the latest vessel with a flurry-filled room

Exclusive: First look at luxury line Seabourn's next ship

The 604-passenger Seabourn Encore is scheduled to debut in late 2016

10 dirty little secrets of hotels

Many hotels harbor some dirty little secrets they'd prefer to keep under wraps. Here are a few you'll be glad to know.

Into Africa: 6 Vacation Ideas From Our Experts

We’ve asked current and former New York Times international news correspondents, with a collective 25 years reporting in Africa, to tell us what to do in the regions they’ve covered

Latest Hotel Amenity: Books

Hotels like the St. Regis to the Chatwal are upgrading rooms by filling them with classics including “The Great Gatsby” and “Oliver Twist"

Best of Kansas City barbecue

In Kansas City, Missouri everyone orders what’s called burnt ends. They are the most popular of Kansas City’s barbecue offerings—the charred ends of a brisket, smothered in sauce and typically served up on white bread

5 common air travel misconceptions that could come back to bite you

Traveling by air today requires planning and learning not to assume anything. Understanding these misconceptions will help avoid nasty surprises

Bucharest city guide: what to see plus the best bars, hotels and restaurants

Though much of Romania's capital was bulldozed by the communists, the old town survived and is abuzz with bars, cafes and restaurants

Paris bookshop Shakespeare and Company opens cafe

Fancy a "flapjack kerouac" Visitors who have gorged on books at this literary institution can now head next door for healthy dishes and snacks in its new cafe

Princess Cruises Introduces Gastropub on Crown Princess

Princess Cruises is bringing pub food to its fleet with the debut of the Salty Dog Gastropub on Crown Princess

Carnival Cruise Line to Send Two Cruise Ships to China

Carnival's foray into China begins with Carnival Miracle in spring 2017 and is followed by Carnival Splendor in spring 2018

10 best value destinations in the world

Estonia, with its white sand beaches and a capital filled with medieval architecture, has been named the best value destination for cash-conscious travellers in 2016

DOT bans e-cigarettes in checked luggage

Fliers will no longer be able to pack battery-powered portable electronic smoking devices in checked luggage

Delta quits trade group Airlines for America

Airline disagrees with A4A about its efforts to privatize the air-traffic control system

Executive Voices: Hotels on competing in the age of reviews

How do hotels compete and get ahead in the age of online reviews? We asked 6 executives to weigh in

Festive hotels for Christmas and New Year

Sophie Campbell offers a guide to the best Christmas and New Year hotels for singles, families and party animals

Resort and Hotel News: A Spa in Ireland, an Inn in the Catskills

What you need to know if you’re on a trip or planning one soon, including an “American in Paris” package in New York and a new golf course at the Greenbrier

Touring the Dark Side of Los Angeles

For the noir-curious, an entire branch of tourism trafficks in the city’s underbelly. Call it Morbid Los Angeles

5 best hotels in Mexico

Whether you're planning a romantic getaway for two or a beach vacation with the entire family, these hotels offer a great home base for exploring Mexico's pristine waters, lush jungles, ancient ruins and rich cultural traditions

Portavadie Marina, Loch Fyne, Argyll

This star of this new lochside spa resort is an outdoor infinity pool - the largest in Scotland and the perfect spot to unwind after exploring this beauty spot by foot, bike or boat

Prague: finding a new edge

With Old Prague now tourist central, David Farley follows local artists and hipsters to the Czech capital's newly transformed outer neighbourhoods

Azamara to Operate its First World Cruise in 2018 from Australia to England

Azamara Journey will offer a world cruise 2018 from Sydney or Auckland to London via Australia, Asia, Europe and Arabia

Fraser Island Added to P and O Australia Cruise Itineraries

Australia has yet another new cruise destination: World Heritage-listed Fraser Island, the world's largest sand island, located off the southern Queensland coast

Can peer-to-peer travel sites help you avoid tourist traps?

For those who embrace the sharing spirit, it’s now possible to book an experience when on holiday with a living, breathing local at the click of a button – whether it be a talented cook or an amateur tour guide

Whale-watching deaths are a tragedy, but risk can never be eliminated

Maritime safety is built on the lessons learned from the past, and new precautions will doubtless be introduced to avoid future calamities

Warsaw: Make a pact to visit Poland's beautiful capital

As disused buildings and scruffy areas are transformed, the city is buzzing with creativity

20 most beautiful places in the Dominican Republic

Back in 2008, the Dominican Republic's Ministry of Tourism glossed the DR as the country "that has it all." They're still sticking with that slogan and it's easy to see why

DOT bans e-cigarettes in checked luggage

Fliers will no longer be able to pack battery-powered portable electronic smoking devices in checked luggage

Five myths about Thanksgiving travel

The good news is that Turkey Day may not be as bad as you think

Get your flu shot at the airport

Depending on your health insurance, the price will range from free to $35

A Scourge in Paris, Love Locks Prevail in Other Cities

The ritual of securing a lock around a bridge may be here to stay. Love locks remain in Paris, which removed many, and have spread to cities from New York to Vancouver

The best pumpkin patches in America

We took into consideration size, family-friendly activities, and on-site food to put together a list of the best places to pick your pumpkin this fall

25 Things To Do in Paris

The City of Light, the City of Love, the city with a certain je ne sais quoi: There’s perhaps no place more adored on the planet, as evidenced by the millions of visitors Paris draws each year

Ten amazing food market stalls around the world

Everyone knows markets offer great foodie experiences, but finding top produce needs local knowledge. We asked bloggers and food experts for their favourites - whether you fancy sushi, sausage or chai with a twist

The Mill at Conder Green, Glasson Dock, Lancaster: hotel review

Lancashire is often overlooked in favour of the Lakes, but stop in this neck of the woods and you'll find idyllic countryside and lovely, far cheaper, places to stay

The Best Hotels For Sleep In The U.S.

Sleep is essential to travel. Many of us embark on trips with visions of unplugging, detoxing from digital devices and really, truly relaxing for once -- and we crave lodgings that are able to help us do so.

Dawn Princess to be Renamed Pacific Explorer and Introduce New Entertainment

Soon to be a six-ship fleet, Australia's P and O Cruises has announced its latest addition will be called Pacific Explorer and have a range of new dining and entertainment options

UK visitors to Zanzibar have been warned to stay indoors as riots break out

The Foreign Office has warned British visitors to Zanzibar to stay indoors because of the prospects of riots following elections on 25 October

Romantic rail journeys around Britain

Ahead of the 70th anniversary of Brief Encounter, Anthony Lambert unearths some of Britain's most scenic routes and offers suggestions for where to stay

48 Hours in Cadiz - a guide to the oldest city in Western Europe

The historic port city flaunts a wealth of cultural highlights, ancient and modern, says Simon Calder

Backcountry adventures in the Middle Kingdom

There’s more to China than temples and tourists. Venture off better-trodden paths to sample mare’s milk tea, party hearty with the locals and visit the unrenovated Great Wall – with nary a tourist in sight

New giant cruise ship sets sail on maiden voyage

The 164,600-ton Norwegian Escape is the fifth largest cruise vessel ever

AA to offer fares with 'less frills' to battle low-cost carriers like Spirit

Move is to help the world's largest airline compete against ultra-low-cost carriers

The Next Great Scandinavian Destination

A series of emerald-green specks afloat in the North Atlantic sea, the Faroe Islands are wild, windswept and yet surprisingly chic

Europe's 16 best Christmas markets

The best Christmas markets in Germany, Austria, France, Sweden and beyond, with information on opening dates and what to buy

What you can learn aboard a cruise ship

Cruises aren't just about having fun

The stunning cities you need to see in your lifetime

Urban centers offer their own form of adventure - and some even satisfy the most active outdoor enthusiasts

Why are fewer young Europeans traveling?

Younger Europeans, historically the demographic group most likely to travel, are traveling a lot less now than ever before

Take the kids to ... Legoland, Windsor

There's certainly plenty to do, and enough bricks to satisfy the most ardent Lego builder, but the queues for rides are long and it doesn't come cheap

Norwegian Cruise Line Takes Delivery of Norwegian Escape, Its Largest Ship to Date

Norwegian Cruise Line received Norwegian Escape, the first ship in the line's new Breakaway Plus Class, from the Meyer Werft shipyard today during a ceremony at Bremerhaven, Germany

48 hours in Reykjavik: Where to go and what to see

The Icelandic capital is blossoming, with the new Culture House reflecting the nation's art and literature, Iceland's biggest and tallest hotel recently opened, and a host of fresh places to eat and drink

Amsterdam's newest, most desirable hotels

Canal houses, the old telephone exchange, and a former newspaper office

7 terrifying airplane seat patents

How much worse can air travel get? Lots, if these patented airplane seat designs make it to production

'The Shining' hotel plans horror museum

One of America's most spine-tingling hotels wants to up the ante with an on-site horror museum

At a new wave of English hotels, the food is the focus

These emerging enterprises are not measured by the size and sumptuousness of their bedrooms, their linen threadcount or toiletries

How much are your hotel points really worth? New research reveals surprising answers

Based on the Switchfly Hotel Reward Payback Survey, Marriott Rewards far and away has the best reward value

United tinkers with boarding, coffee, seating to improve service

United will test new boarding procedures this week, part of an effort to improve service

36 Hours in Cape Town

A plan for this stunning city might include a 5K run (or walk), browsing farm markets, dinner at a wine estate and, no surprise, heading up Table Mountain (by cable car)

At FIAC, a Museum Cruise Along the Seine

The river offers FIAC, the annual Paris contemporary art fair, a strong central theme that is both obvious and often overlooked

Expedia unveils new tool that reveal airlines' hidden fees

The tool will list the fees for checking bags and canceling a reservation in addition to the ticket fare

The 8 Best Spots in the World For Fall Foliage

To many, the autumn months in New England, where amber leaves flutter over farmhouses and covered bridges, is quintessential fall. It's easy to forget that fall isn't unique to a small corner of America, though

12 Brilliantly Literary Hotels for Book Lovers

These twelve hotels around the world cater to book lovers with book-themed rooms, well-stocked libraries, and more

Portland's Five Best Bakeries

Portland's known as a great coffee town, but its other strength are the baked goods that complement that cup of joe

Too trashed to talk? New York hotel launches emoji room service

Whether you've forgotten your toothbrush or need emergency Doritos, the Aloft hotel in New York lets you order them by texting an emoji to room service

Small Fire Contained on Splendour of the Seas Cruise Ship

All passengers and crew onboard Royal Caribbean's Splendour of the Seas are safe after a small fire broke out in an engine room

Thomson Cruises Reveals New Homeport for Thomson Discovery

Thomson Discovery will be based in Barbados in winter 16/17

Austin, Texas: Is this America's coolest city?

The Texan city, which bears little resemblance to the rest of the Lone Star state, is an exhilarating experience, with or without F1

New British Airways direct flight from London Gatwick to New York

Return of flight from London Gatwick to New York to aid those travelling from the south of England

How Eurostar's new route is making ski resorts more accessible by rail

The new Eurostar route to Lyon makes rail travel to French ski resorts easier than ever - and opens up access to more mountains. The weekly service departs London St Pancras every Saturday at 7.20am, arriving at Lyon-Part-Dieu at 1pm on the dot

Go through the Hole for lively nightlife at Hotel Jackson in Wyoming

In Jackson Hole, the celebrated Wyoming outpost where Hollywood meets the Wild West, the choice of base is crucial. Should it be the ski-in, ski-out Teton Village, or Jackson town, 12 miles down the valley?

What to do if your rental car breaks down

Having a lemon break down on the road is never ideal. Here's how to handle a tough situation

Royal Caribbean's new campaign tries to break cruising stereotypes

For a certain generation, say cruise and all they can think of is geriatric tourists playing shuffleboard and gorging themselves on all-you-can-eat buffets. Royal Caribbean is the latest cruise line trying to change that image --especially among first time cruisers, the largest of which are millennials

Eco-friendly architecture in the Alps hits new heights

Attitudes to Alpine wilderness have changed in the 150 years since the Matterhorn was first climbed: these cutting-edge new buildings treat the mountains gently while still looking great

The spectacular Gobbins Cliff Path

This feat of Edwardian engineering, consisting of cast-iron bridges and stairs hand-chiselled from rock, has reopened to the public for the first time in more than 60 years

Grays, Bath - hotel review: Tap into the city's quieter side

In the heart of Bath, you can hardly move for tourists. And I say this as recent tourist in the city. Its beautiful buildings, spas, manicured gardens and surfeit of afternoon teas are a magnet for visitors seeking a taste of traditional, genteel England

10 Most Haunted Bars In America

There are bars with unique clienteles all across the U.S., but some play host to some more interesting patrons than you'll find anywhere else: yes, we're talking about ghosts, spirits, and shades

Fabulous fakes: six towns built purely for tourists

As a Dubai firm announces plans to create a £3.3bn resort in Bosnia, we look at six other tourist towns and cities built from scratch

How ski resorts are gaining green credentials

Skiing is undeniably great fun but the bad news is that there's a price to pay for your annual adrenalin rush, and it's the environment that's picking up the bill

48 Hours in Cadiz - a guide to the oldest city in Western Europe

The oldest city in western Europe has the Continen's newest bridge. The spectacular two-mile span of El Puente de la Constitucion de 1812 has just opened to traffic

Ethiopia: From Lion of Judah to economic lion

If there was ever a country that embodied the optimism of the "Africa Rising" narrative, it would be Ethiopia

Top 12 Animals to Spot in the Galapagos Islands

For travelers who love wildlife, a Galapagos cruise should be at the tippy-top of your bucket list. Check out this slideshow for a checklist of 12 amazing animals to keep an eye out for during a Galapagos cruise

If you don't want to be denied entry to a foreign country, check these 6 things on your passport

It's not enough to make sure you've got your passport in your possession to fly internationally. You also have to check condition, pages and more

Magazine vote: Virgin America, Singapore are top airlines

Ratings come from Conde Nast Traveler, which has revealed its top airlines as rated in its "2015 Reader's Choice Awards"

Carnival Cruise Line relaxes policy on bring-your-own beverages

The cruise giant won't be as strict about passengers who buy sodas and water in ports

US Airways Makes Smooth Transition to American Reservation System

All US Airways flight numbers, reservations and passenger information records were shifted to the system used by American, called Sabre

Big Ben in desperate need of repairs, restoration

Big Ben's clock will stop for four months

Conde Nast Readers' Choice Awards 2015

More than 128,000 travelers took part in our 28th annual Readers' Choice Awards survey—the most in its history—submitting millions of ratings and tens of thousands of comments to help us create a list of winning favorites

The Ace Hotel Pittsburgh Is Now Taking Reservations

The ultra-cool hotel brand is putting its stamp on Pittsburgh

The Definitive Guide for Airbnb Newbies

New to Airbnb and not sure where to start? Try these tips to help you through the booking process and land you the best-fitting accommodation and deal on your next vacation rental

Oceania Cruises' to Revamp Top-Level Suites on New Ship Sirena

Oceania Cruises is making major redesigns to the top-tier accommodations on its newest ship, Sirena, as part of the $40 million refurbishment slated for March 2016

The 25 best destinations for winter sun

Where to go for winter sun, including options within four hours of Britain and others farther afield

Battersea Power Station luxury hotel announced

A new 160-room luxury hotel planned for Battersea Power Station will feature a rooftop garden with a pool and bar offering panoramic riverside views of the historic Grade II-listed station

Florida Keys: Best stops on the Overseas Highway

Most visitors head straight to Key West, but Big Pine Key, Marathon, Islamorada or Key Largo offer great fishing, diving and incredible wildlife

Destination: Auckland, New Zealand

See what makes New Zealand's largest city unique, from friendly neighborhoods to volcanic islands and verdant wineries

Stellar restaurants offer stargazing meals

Combine gastronomy with astronomy at restaurants in prime constellation-viewing locations. Featuring premier stargazing experiences, restaurants in prime constellation-viewing locations now offer celestial-inspired dinners, accompanied by on-site astronomers, high-powered telescopes — and even glow-in-the-dark desserts

Coming in two weeks: New York's hottest cruise ship ever

Royal Caribbean's 4,180-passenger Anthem of the Seas is packed full of gee-whiz features

Lie-flat seats coming to Hawaiian Airlines

It will soon be easier to sleep, chill out and chat on many Hawaiian Airlines flights

Want to Visit South Africa? How to Survive a Long Flight

There are ways to make a 16-hour flight a little less painful. We all know to hydrate, but how about a little yoga at 39,000 feet?

Bill Bryson finds this ancient English site astonishing, fascinating - and very funny

In an excerpt from his new book, The Road to Little Dribbling, novelist Bill Bryson discovers Avebury can still take your breath away

Dinosaurs' paradise: How to see the real 'Jurassic World' in Hawaii

Untamed Hawaii has plenty to offer fans of the dinosaur movie franchise

Morning News: Star Wars and Frozen Jets Are Now Boarding

Airplanes themed for Star Wars and Frozen take off, while a trophy hunter hits Delta with a lawsuit

10 of the world's best tour guides

The best tour guides bring a destination to life with their passion, storytelling and wit. Guardian writers pick guides who love taking visitors beyond the obvious to shed new light on the places they call home

Portavadie Marina, Loch Fyne, Argyll

This star of this new lochside spa resort is an outdoor infinity pool - the largest in Scotland and the perfect spot to unwind after exploring this beauty spot by foot, bike or boat

Volendam Returns to Australia -- But Maasdam Will Replace It

Holland America Line is back down under for summer but an unannounced ship shuffle will see Volendam replaced by the smaller Maasdam next season

Norwegian Star Itinerary Altered Due to Propulsion Problems

Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Star has experienced technical issues with its azipod propulsion system and has been forced to alter the end of its transatlantic itinerary

The best ski apps

From games to ski tuition, here are 14 must-have snow-sports apps for your mobile

The renaissance of Downtown Los Angeles

With food and culture to rival New York, Downtown LA is the place to be, says Jade Conroy

What are the world's worst airports for 2015?

Sleeping in Airports' readers were asked to judge facilities in four categories: comfort, conveniences, cleanliness and customer service

Tokyo Station Hotel celebrates 100th anniversary

With rooms facing into the station, Tokyo Station Hotel gives guests access to otherwise private corners of one of Japan's most important symbols

Airbnb wants to put you up for Halloween night in the Paris Catacombs

Airbnb is offering the contest of a lifetime - one night accommodations for two inside the Paris Catacombs

O'Hare opens latest new runway in decadelong modernization

Chicago's O'Hare International Airport opened a new runway and air traffic control tower Thursday, completing the latest piece of a nearly $9 billion overhaul of its outdated airfield

A Tour of the Middle East, and More, in Dearborn, Michigan

A sprawling Arab museum, a detour to the Henry Ford Museum, and a Lebanese meat market, where all is not as it seems

1,000 Years of Art at the Edge of the Gobi Desert

Almost 500 caves in the far reaches of western China are filled with Buddhist art dating from the fourth to the 14th centuries

Final US Airways flight taking off from Philadelphia

The end of an era

Stay at a French Château That Feels Like a Fairy Tale

A former childhood home turned hotel offers guests a more playful take on French hospitality

Britain's oldest rollercoaster reopens at Dreamland Margate

The scenic railway that was destroyed by fire in 2008 rises like a phoenix from the ashes following the pleasure park's £28m redevelopment

Yakushima, Japan: an island of natural wonders

Revered by the Japanese for its hiking, hot springs and cedar trees, Yakushima also provided the inspiration for Studio Ghibli's anime hit Princess Mononoke. Now foreign visitors are uncovering this island delight

This App Will Erase Other Tourists from Your Photos

You've traveled thousands of miles for that perfect shot of just you and Niagara Falls (or any of these other tourist traps we secretly love). But there are hundreds of selfie sticks and oversized tablets in the background ruining your glorious moment

10 Utterly Charming Inns You Won't Believe Are Under $200

It's amazing what you can get for less than 200 bucks at a Bed and Breakfast. Along with delicious eats and personable innkeepers, each of these spectacular inns offers private baths, complimentary WiFi and luxurious perks galore

P and O Cruises' Britannia to Homeport in St Lucia

P and O Cruises will homeport Britannia in St Lucia for the first time next year, as part of its 2016-17 winter deployment

NSW Central Coast Emerges as Cruise Fan Hot Spot

Travel agency Cruise Express has set up shop on the NSW Central Coast in a bid to capitalise on the local cruise market

Is Italy failing to protect its ancient wonders?

After tourists were accused of stealing fragments of a fresco at Pompeii, Nick Trend argues that "incompetent" Italian authorities are putting ancient sites at risk

The most haunted spots in America

You're not afraid of any ghost? Prove it at any one of these chilling spots around the USA

The oldest airlines in the world might surprise you

The longest continually-operating airlines share nearly 100 years of experience, and some truly awesome original names

Frontier takes delivery of its first Airbus A321

The A321s initially will fly Orlando routes to Cleveland, Detroit, Denver, and Philadelphia

36 Hours in Eastern Tokyo

In eastern Tokyo, you can find a world of diversions from glittering Ginza to Yanaka’s winding streets, all east of the palace

Delta Says It Will Keep Flight Capacity Growth Flat

Delta Air Lines on Wednesday said it would put the brakes on its expansion of flight capacity in 2016 in a move to fill more planes and sell more seats at higher fares

Wineries With an English Accent

One recent Saturday morning, four Australians, two Britons and this reporter met beside 17 acres of chardonnay, pinot noir and pinot meunier vines, ready to sample what’s been called one of the world’s finest sparkling wines, at the source

10 Best Outdoor Towns in America

Not all towns are created equal, especially if you're looking to get outdoors. Whether you're into activities involving mountains, rivers, canyons, or oceans, these towns across the U.S. are 10 of the best spots to hit the trail (or stream, or road, or waves) in the winter, spring, summer, and fall

Cruise Passengers Face New Tax for New Zealand Cruises

Cruise passengers cruising in New Zealand may be slugged an extra NZ$26.22 from next year, thanks to a new 'travel tax' to be imposed on 1 January 2016

Britain's most haunted places

Ten of Britain's spookiest sites, and the ghosts which are said to haunt them

Destination: Auckland

Auckland is the most bustling and cosmopolitan city in New Zealand. But what surprised me when I first arrived, after nearly 26 hours spent traveling

Regent Seven Seas Adds Free Unlimited Internet to All Cruise Ships, Announces Winter Season

Regent Seven Seas will offer unlimited complimentary Internet to all passengers, starting with its winter 2016/2017 itineraries

How to pack one bag for two climate zones

When going to multiple climate zones, don't bring two bags, fit it all in one

Warm up this fall: Beautiful hotel fireplaces around the USA

Is there any better way to warm up after a cold day than next to a gorgeous fireplace?

Alitalia: We'll be making money again by 2017

"We'll do it by tooth and nail, and with the desire to change," Alitalia chairman says

Major hotel bookings deal strengthens TripAdvisor's grip

Bookings.com announces it will list 400,000 hotels for direct booking on TripAdvisor

Britain's Red Phone Booths Get Second Life

The United Kingdom's signature red phone booths are still in demand, but not just for calls anymore

Where to Go in Rio Vermelho, Brazil

Salvador’s trendiest neighborhood has cobblestone streets, plentiful beaches and plenty of stylish hotels, music venues, art spaces, and restaurants

In Somerset, a Hotel With Fitting Name Focuses on Food

About 90 minutes from London by train, the Pig Near Bath is convenient for a weekend gastro-getaway and is a welcome option for visitors to Bath

'Citizens' Museum' of Frankfurt Celebrates 200 Years

The Städel's new exhibitions take advantage of the museum's rich holdings and its expansion in 2013

Four Great New Travel Books

These new books take us from the backroads of the American South to the complex traditions of the Middle East. Here are four #TripLit reads that will transport you to a faraway place

6 Restaurants on Every Business Traveler's Guide to Chicago

Chicago is an inspiring place right now. It's hosting its first Architecture Biennial, its restaurant scene is booming, and it's a city that knows how to treat guests well

Morning News: JetBlue Moves Forward with Free 'Fly-Fi'

In-flight Wi-Fi expands on JetBlue, while "bread culture" gets recognition in Germany

A Former Facebook Employee Is Building the Hotel of the Future

A new hotel in Palm Springs is snubbing traditional hotel services in favor of a casual and comfortable style, with a little help from modern technology

New Expedition Cruise Ship Launches in Galapagos

The Santa Cruz II –- the latest expedition vessel designed specifically for Galapagos cruises -– has just completed its maiden voyage around the islands

A weekend break in... Essaouira

A guide to short breaks in Essaouira, Morocco, including the best restaurants, hotels and things to do

Where to see Van Gogh's masterpieces on the 125th anniversary of his death

Alongside a new exhibition at the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam, Nick Trend reveals where else in Holland you can pay homage to the Dutch master

Warning: Don't fall for hotel "Front Desk Scam"

Hotel guests are being warned not to provide their credit card details to scammers who pretend to be front desk clerks

Could this be the airline of the future?

Poppi is disruptive, inventive and very appealing. If only it were real

Peek inside the construction of world's largest cruise ship

Royal Caribbean's Harmony of the Seas will measure a record 227,000 tons

Why Crystal Cruises Is Adding a Plane and Submarine to Its Fleet

The chief executive of Crystal Cruises, Edie Rodriguez, talks about adding new ships, a plane, even a submarine to its fleet

Hotel and Resort News: A Canyon Ranch in Turkey; a Faena in Miami Beach

What you need to know if you’re on a trip or planning one soon, including new hotels in London, New York City, Bogota and Mumbai

Thailand's best beaches

We pick the best of the beaches in Thailand where mass tourism has not spoilt the sense of paradise

Southwest says the problem that delayed flights Sunday is fixed

The airline says the problem has been fixed

Countries in the making: 8 micronations open to visitors

From the Florida Keys and Nevada to Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Australia, bands of plucky citizens across the world are declaring their parcels of land to be micronations – independent states that are not recognized by other countries or by international bodies like the United Nations

Is Your Town One of the Best Food Cities in America?

We all know New York, Charleston, and New Orleans are destinations for food lovers—but in these U.S. cities, each with a population under 8,000, dining out is an event

Want To Enjoy Fall? Go To Virginia

When it comes to fall, there are some states that offer its residents the very best of the season, like foliage, apples, pumpkins and cider. And then there are some states that have so much autumnal goodness that it will make you fall head over heels. Virginia is one of those states

Carnival, AIDA Move into the Fast-Growing China Cruise Market

As cruise lines continue to jump into the growing Chinese cruise market, Carnival Cruise Line and AIDA -- both owned by Carnival Corporation -- announced that they will have ships in the country by 2017

Bleisure travelers: A new tribe injects fun into business trips

With business travel a major part of her life, a Colorado-based businesswoman decided to start adding a few extra days before or after trips to explore each destination, and recover from her long journeys

6 apps to replace room service when staying in an Airbnb

Who says a person needs to be in uniform to make your food delivery qualify as room service? If you're in an Airbnb, use these apps

Singapore Airlines plans return to U.S. with new 'ultra long-range' A350

Airline plans to fly from Singapore to both NYC and L.A., but says more routes are possible

Hotel jargon decoded so you can book the right room and rate

With hotels words like adjoining and efficiency can take on new, different meanings

South Africa holidays: Where to enjoy Cape Town's Summer Season

In his search for the English season - out of season - Mark Skipworth finds horse racing, cricket and nature's flower show in Cape Town

On Dominica, a Carnival Celebration as It Was Meant to Be

The island’s Carnival stays true to its 18th-century roots: a European pre-Lent bacchanal, co-opted by slaves mimicking their colonizers and infusing the festivities with West African folklore

Jersey City Proposes Legislation to Legalize Airbnb

Mayor Steven M. Fulop anticipates a 6 percent hospitality tax would generate between $600,000 and $1 million annually on the more than 300 Airbnb listings in the city

Southwest warns travelers to arrive early Monday after technical issues delay flights

Southwest Airlines said hundreds of flights have been delayed by technical issues and warned passengers flying Monday to arrive two hours early and print boarding passes before coming to the airport

Best places to ride a hot air balloon this fall

Head to one of the best destinations in the U.S. for top-notch adventure with an unbeatable view

What to Do If Your Rental Car Breaks Down

In many cases, rental car companies can charge you for mechanical problems that need fixing. Know your rights and responsibilities before you drive away

10 of the best places to stay in Italy for foodies

Explore Italy's most fertile and interesting regions at these atmospheric guesthouses where you'll feast on fantastic local food and wine

Sheffield's real steal: a cutting edge city break

An industrial city famed for snooker finals might make for an unlikely getaway, but its vibrant arts scene won comedian and writer Jon Holmes over

The world's first underwater nightclub

You're as likely to encounter a killer shark as a DJ killing the dance floor

Tourist Attractions That Would Never Exist in America

It's nearly a guarantee that when you visit a major tourist attraction in America, it's going to be safe. Most places put up barriers and warning signs that will stop even the most selfie-happy, oblivious tourist from doing something stupid, getting hurt, and suing

Why You Should Visit 'The Paris Of Italy'

Turin has long been synonymous, for better or for worse, with Fiat -- and as the home to the car manufacturer since the early 1900s, the northern Italian city has held the ignominious rap as the Detroit of Italy. But no more. Here's why it's worth a detour

Norwegian Cruise Line Enters China

Norwegian Cruise Line today announced its entry into China with a purpose-built ship customised for the booming Asian cruise market

Liberty of the Seas Cruise Ship to Receive Waterslides, New Restaurants

When Liberty of the Seas emerges from drydock in February, it will have several waterslides, including a first-at-sea boomerang-style feature

Best U.S. Historic Hotels for 2015

The Historic Hotels of America's 2015 Awards of Excellence were announced

What Not to Pack

Packing for a trip is often a struggle to distinguish what we want to bring from what we need to bring. Save space in your suitcase by checking out our practical list of what not to pack

Hot air ballooning and cave dwelling in Cappadocia, Turkey

It's more than Fairy chimneys and thousands of ancient caves

Why Carnival was named America's most trusted cruise line

When you think of Feb. 10, 2013, this news is a remarkable achievement

A Guide to Buying Textiles in Istanbul

St. Frank founder Christina Bryant shares her top tips for shopping like a pro in Istanbul’s hectic markets

10 great Bed and Breakfasts and guesthouse hosts around the world

Hoteliers, Bed and Breakfasts and guesthouse owners who go the extra mile deserve credit for making travel trips more pleasurable

Holiday guide to lesser-known Thailand

They're getting harder to find, but there are still corners of rural and coastal Thailand relatively untouched by tourism

Royal Caribbean Starts First Three-Brand Season Down Under

RCL Cruises Australia has kicked off its most significant season with this morning's arrival of Radiance of the Seas to Sydney – the first of seven of the biggest and youngest ships to sail local waters this summer, and the first time all three brands will sail around Australia, New Zealand, the South Pacific and Asia

Celebrity Infinity, Summit to Receive Major Upgrades With Dry Docks

Two ships from Celebrity Cruises' Millennium Class are about to undergo major changes, thanks to multimillion-dollar refurbishments that will bring exciting new features to Celebrity Infinity and Celebrity Summit

The eight most-anticipated new theme park attractions in 2016

From boy wizards to giant apes, there's a lot to look forward to in amusement parks next year

South Side story: Chicago's urban renaissance

There's a reason the Marszewki family included the word "community" in the name of their Bridgeport bar in south side Chicago

Will Boeing's new 'Space Bins' help ease the carry-on crunch?

Tired of battling your fellow travelers for overhead bin space for your carry-on bags? Help is on the way. That will come in the way of new 'Space Bins'

Southwest Airlines zings competitors' fees in new ads

Southwest Airlines, which has touted its lack of extra charges since the airline fee frenzy began seven years ago, is taking the gloves off in its latest advertising campaign

11 super-remote hotels for a complete escape

They may take more work to get to, but serene environments make them worth the journey

Airbnb owners in Morocco face fines if guests are unmarried

Overseas property owners could be breaking the law if locals who stay with them through Airbnb are unmarried

Turn Your Favorite Hobby into a Trip

Whether you're into reading, going to the movies, gardening or some other hobby, there's a way to incorporate your favorite pastime in your next vacation

A Night Sky Festival at Joshua Tree

To call attention to light pollution, an event this month at Joshua Tree National Park will offer telescope viewings, hikes and a photography workshop

Best hotels for classic car lovers

Hop out of your room and into a great Cadillac

The world's most startling mummies, and where to see them

An exhibition of ancient Egyptian mummified animals opens in Manchester today. We round up the world's most interesting exhibits of mummifed remains

Oman tourists asked to respect dress code

Tourists and expats are being called on to respect dress codes in shopping malls and other places in Oman

9 Breathtaking Photos of Rajasthan, India, That Will Make You Want to Visit

Assouline's weighty new book, Rajasthan Style—written by Laure Vernière and photographed by Anne Garde—is a love note to the lively spirit and the drop-dead gorgeous natural beauty of Rajasthan

The 14 Best Restaurants in Queens, New York (And What to Order)

Just over the East River from Manhattan lies a dizzying mix of global flavors—coconut baklava, chili-bathed dumplings, New York’s best tortillas, Thai food, and more

The Best Fall Destinations (Besides New England)

Here are some of the top off-the-radar locales for leaf-peeping, comfort food and sweater weather

Dawn Princess to Transfer to P and O, Golden Princess to Cruise Year-Round

Australia's P and O and Princess ships are set to be reshuffled to meet increased demand for local holidays at sea

Oceania Cruises' 2016/2017 Season Offers 60 New Itineraries Across Six Continents

Oceania Cruises' winter season will send six ships to ports across Asia, Africa, South America, North America, Europe and Australia

Igloo Hybrid ho[s]tel, Nottingham: hotel review

Our reviewer usually shuns youth hostels, but he finds this new Nottingham pad a much better budget option than many big hotel chains

Fed up: Will fliers' anger finally bring passenger rights?

Has passenger dissatisfaction finally reached a tipping point?

Despite super-low fares, discount carriers draw ire of many fliers

When the delay on his 90-minute flight stretched past the four-hour mark, David Rankin started tweeting to Spirit Airlines as he and other passengers grew restless

Watch out for these 10 car rental tricks

You can avoid some of these with careful planning, but others you can't

Your Boarding Pass Barcode Can Reveal Your Future Flight Schedule

When you pick up a boarding pass, it has many of your personal details splashed all over it. But the innocuous-looking barcode contains an even richer seam of information about your travel plans and habits - and it may pay to keep it hidden away from prying eyes

Norwegian Air CEO Says $69 Flights From U.S. to Europe Coming Soon

Norwegian Air Shuttle ASA hopes to sell tickets to Europe for $69 as early as 2017, CEO Bjørn Kjos said Tuesday

Cracked Chinese glass bridge alarms tourists

thrill-seeking tourists in China got more than they bargained for when cracks appeared in a glass-bottomed walkway suspended 1,080 meters (3,540 foot) over a canyon, reports said

Charting New Frontiers in Chilean Cuisine

Young, adventurous chefs with international experience are drawn by the country's unique ingredients, flavors and traditions

Travelers skimping on mobile device protection plans, according to survey

Travelers do not purchase protection plans for their mobile electronic devices, despite the inherent dangers that are associated with traveling

Porto city guide: what to see plus the best hotels and restaurants and bars

It's most famous for its ruby tipple and a strident football manager, but Porto is shaking off its fusty image with buzzy places to eat, drink and hang out

Rose and Crown, Romaldkirk, County Durham: hotel review

This village inn makes a perfect base for exploring the north Pennines but a few fusty, old-fashioned touches take the shine off this step back in time

12 Secret Hideaway Islands In Europe

There are hundreds of other smaller, less developed islands that offer a real sense of escape, and the chance to boast that you've been somewhere your friends haven't even heard of

10 ancient sites you must see in your lifetime

As the destruction of Palmyra continues, the historian and broadcaster Mary Beard reveals 10 of her favourite classical sites

7 reasons why Disneyland raised its annual pass prices

Disneyland’s recent decision to raise the price of its top-tier annual pass to more than $1,000 has upset many hardcore fans

Stay like a star: Vacation rentals featured in movies or on TV

Have you ever seen a place in a movie and thought, "I'd like to stay there?" Maybe you can

Prohibition-style speakeasies still allure

These swanky, secretive speakeasies make for an exclusive night out on the town

Update: Low River Conditions Continue to Affect Europe River Cruises

While some of Europe's waterways have gone back to normal, stretches of the Danube and the Elbe are still experiencing low levels, leading to adjustments for river cruises operating there

New cruise destination Amber Cove opens in Dominican Republic

The 2,754-passenger Carnival Victory arrives at Amber Cove in the Dominican Republic on Oct. 6, 2015, becoming the first ship to visit the port

An Island Getaway Where Storms Are Welcome

At these four Vancouver Island lodgings, visitors pray for rain

At Anchorage Restaurant, Fare for the Outdoorsy Set

Shane Moore, the executive chef, aims for a casual vibe and food to please everyone 'from families to fishermen'

The world's most haunted hotels

Dare you stay in the world's scariest, most mysteriously haunted hotels?

UK autumn walks: Hatfield Forest, Essex

A guide to some of the UK's best walks for autumn on National Trust land, including what to see along the way. This week, Hatfield Forest, Essex

Airbus designs mezzanine to seat plane passengers on top of each other

Aircraft manufacturer Airbus has designed a mezzanine level for planes that would stack passengers above others' heads

Spend the night at one of these gorgeous church hotels

These incredible houses of worship around the world have been sensitively transformed into luxurious hotels that promise a one-of-a-kind experience

Disney considers off-peak pricing, revamps season pass price structure

Parks are reevaluating seasonal and annual pass structures to increase revenues and promote off-season attendance

13 Reasons You Need to Go to Paris This Fall

Paris is beautiful no matter when you go. But these 13 reasons—from a day celebrating beaujolais to "Picassomania"—will inspire you to book a trip to the City of Light this season

Is This the Greatest Scuba Diving Site on Earth?

This "vertical cave" is a paradise for divers and photographers—and it might explain the fall of Mayan civilization

Let's go to ... Oban, Scotland

Join in the celebrations at a huge festival of Gaelic culture in the seafood capital of Scotland, then jump on a ferry to one of 25 western isles

Carnival Launches New Air Program, Lets Passengers Choose Flights

Fly2Fun lets passengers make and customize reservations with a variety of options by choosing their preferred airline, departure port, flight schedule, type of accommodation and more

Discovering George Orwell's Barcelona

Along the Ramblas and in the cafés, Marcus Gee follows in the footsteps of his favourite writer. Soaking in the history, he learns how George Orwell's time in the city would profoundly affect his work for years to come

5 great apps to plan your next trip

Travel apps take the tedious guesswork out of tracking multiple flight patterns over different dates, researching and booking hotels

Photo tour: The fanciful fun of the revamped Carnival Miracle

The 2,124-passenger Carnival vessel recently emerged from a major makeover

Delta announces new European routes from Detroit, Minneapolis

Delta Air Lines announced two trans-Atlantic routes on Monday, unveiling new European routes from its hubs in Detroit and Minneapolis/St. Paul

Duty Free: Is It Really Worth It?

The best deals tend to be on alcohol and tobacco, items that are heavily taxed. And travelers returning from the U.S. Virgin Islands get a special break

Sarajevo’s Enduring Optimism

Having witnessed mankind’s capacity for violence, it is demonstrating the capacity to rebuild with art that nourishes and heals

How to celebrate Halloween all month long

Trick or treat? No, I'm not a little early, though Halloween is nearly a month away. That's because everyone from hotels to theme parks to campgrounds to museums now have special Halloween doings that typically go on all month long

Why Denmark Is Europe's Best Country for Food

On the windswept heaths of Denmark’s west coast, a historic inn has been reimagined as a thoroughly modern culinary retreat—with an iconoclastic British chef at the helm

The Modern Gains a Second Michelin Star

The 2016 Michelin ratings for New York City restaurants are out, and one beloved dining destination wins big

12 Once-in-a-Lifetime Camping Sites

Sacred Buddhist temples, volcanic craters, ancient glaciers: these are just some of the sites you can expect to see when you spend the night at one of these once-in-a-lifetime campsite

Tbilisi's cultural revolution

The Georgian capital is steeped in tradition but a new generation of artists and entrepreneurs is offering an alternative to the old ways with a stylish restaurants, hotels, bars and galleries

U.S. Cruise Critic Editors' Picks Awards

The winners of the cruise industry's very own Oscars have been announced. So which mega ships came out on top?

Awesome time-lapse video shows how a Boeing Dreamliner is built

British Airways has just welcomed the arrival of its first 787-9 Dreamliner

Vast wetlands, wide open spaces: Explore Japan's most laid-back island

It's the most laid-back island in Japan, where vast wetlands entrance travellers with wildlife sightings and wide-open spaces. A new bullet-train line to the island means it's also going to be easier to reach

London's Mondrian hotel offers nautical vibe on banks of the Thames

While not cluttered nor too cozy, the Mondrian hotel space almost feels likes a ship's cabin

How to Find Better Travel Wi-Fi

Need to connect on the go? Check out our guide to getting faster and safer Wi-Fi while traveling

Air France execs forced to flee after union protesters storm HQ meeting

Several Air France executives had to flee a meeting about mass job cuts after union protesters stormed the company's headquarters, according to multiple media reports from the scene

Holland America plans hefty hike to service charges

Booked on a Holland America sailing this winter? Brace yourself for higher daily fees

In Detroit, Cheap Eats, D.I.Y. Art and the Charm of Locals

The city’s revival, and its budget-friendly status, have made Detroit an attraction for foreigners, as well as domestic tourists

Vacation Like a Hobbit at This LOTR-Inspired Treehouse

Forget New Zealand. All Lord of the Ringsfans need to add Deadwood, South Dakota to the top of their travel bucket lists. As it turns out, this unassuming Black Hills city is home to the one vacation rental to rule them all

US DOT says Kuwait airline discriminates against Israelis on flights from US

In a challenge to boycotts of Israel, the U.S. government has found that Kuwait Airways unlawfully discriminated against a passenger traveling on an Israeli passport by refusing to sell him a ticket for a New York to London flight

New Zealand's Biggest Summer Cruise Season Delayed

New Zealand's biggest ever cruise season officially starts tomorrow when Princess Cruises' Diamond Princess arrives in Wellington

Australian Cruisers Spent $903 Million Last Season

Australian cruisers are spending more at sea than ever before as the sector continues to go from strength to strength, according to a new study

Secret Venice: guide to the city's best campi, or squares

Venetian streets often seem overrun with tourists, but in the campi, or city squares, you will encounter alternative, secret worlds

Europe's 10 Best Christmas Markets

The best Christmas markets in Germany, Austria, France, Sweden and beyond, with information on opening dates and what to buy

Are £99 flights to Canada the start of a budget transatlantic revolution?

As WOW air launches £99 transatlantic routes to Montreal and Toronto, its CEO claims the airline is spearheading a revolution in low-cost, long-haul flights

Hotel offers $2,000-a-night 'space station' experience

The Kameha Grand Zurich hotel in Switzerland has just unveiled a new suite kitted out to look like the inside of a space station

New United CEO acknowledges 'rocky' merger, pledges 'that's going to change'

United Airlines' new CEO has pledged to improve the carrier's operations in a public letter addressed to the company's customers, employees and "communities where we live and work"

Free day for seniors at national parks

On Oct. 8, all national parks will grant complimentary access to seniors 62 and older

The coolest new restaurants to try this fall

Crisp air and pumpkin everything make it an ideal time to try the new and noteworthy

Homeland Security lambasts TSA for "layers of security simply missing"

The TSA scores another failing grade in the latest round of covert inspections

The 10 most anticipated roller coasters coming in 2016

Ready for some new screams? These ten coasters will test your courage at parks around the USA

36 Hours in Bologna, Italy

This food-loving city has a wide array of bistros, cafes and markets, along with museums devoted to its history, and, yes, gelato

The Hidden Bars of Sydney

The hidden drinking den is something relatively new to — and apparently dearly loved by — Australia’s largest city

American Airlines now offering free real-time luggage tracking

American Airlines recently rolled out a new service to help combat every traveler's worst nightmare: a lost piece of checked luggage

The 14 Most Insanely Beautiful Coastlines in the World

When we started this list, we had 50-odd coastlines to choose from across both hemispheres: palm-lined stretches of white-sand beaches, profoundly scenic (and sometimes terrifying) coastal drives

Top 10 budget beach guesthouses and Bed and Breakfasts in South Africa's Western Cape

From Cape Town and its peninsula to the Garden Route and the West Coast, the Western Cape is a dazzling part of South Africa, and its beachside accommodation doesn't have to break the bank

10 International Dining Rules Every Traveler Should Know

Fitting in with the locals can be tough while traveling. But one of the easiest -- and most delectable -- ways to do so is by making use of local dining customs

Saga's new all-balcony German-made cruise ship

The cruise line will offer an all-balcony 1,000-passenger ship from summer 2019 as the first of two modern vessels to meet demand

Happy 125th birthday, Yosemite National Park!

Yosemite, the nation's third national park, celebrates its 125th anniversary as a National Park this week

10 Best Scotland Experiences

Colorful kilts, the lilting sound of the bagpipe, stone castles and craggy mountains; there is no place else in the world like Scotland. Though it's a small place, Scotland packs quite a wallop when it comes to history, culture, natural beauty and literary celebrities

The coolest new restaurants to try this fall

Crisp air and pumpkin everything make it an ideal time to try the new and noteworthy

10 hacks to protect your pricey electronics from theft

All you need to know to prep and protect yourself before departing with your devices

Four of the best cabin seating concepts we've seen (and one truly awful one)

Here are five innovative seating concepts that have been recently proposed, designs that improve the boarding process and increase leg room

Hurricane Joaquin scatters cruise ships in the Bahamas

The growing storm has affected cruise ships carrying more than 12,000 vacationers

The 12 most luxurious hotel suites in Europe

From Paris to Budapest, these suites are dazzling even by over-the-top standards

Seduced by Beaune in Burgundy

A tour of ancient Beaune includes wine cellars, a mustard factory and the best dish in all of France

Inside the Vibrant New Rooms of Paris’s Hotel Montana

Newly renovated suites in the city’s legendary hotel were made to look “like an eccentric friend gave you a key to his apartment"

River cruise ship review: Tauck Inspire

A review of the Tauck Inspiration-class Inspire river cruise ship, with details on cabins, facilities, food and drink, and value for money

The end of shrinking airline seats? Minimum seat size petition launched in US

Passengers are finally being listened to in the US, as a Florida-based body files a petition demanding legal limits on the size of plane seats

Amtrak introduces baggage fees for customers who exceed carry-on limit

Amtrak is boarding a baggage fee bandwagon that has generated billions in revenue for the airline industry

Best Oktoberfests in the US if you can't make it to Germany

As throngs of thirsty folk head to the halls for Oktoberfest 2015, we round up our favorite Oktoberfests around the country

Suffolk: The U.K.'s Emerging Destination for Oenophiles

Just outside of London, the sleepy county of Suffolk is home to a growing set of small-scale vintners producing increasingly sought-after wines

Fathom Releases Sample Cuba Shore Excursions

Fathom, the new social impact cruise line owned by Carnival Corp., has released a preliminary schedule of shore excursions and activities for its planned cruises to Cuba

7 of the world's most incredible lakeside lodges

With incredible panoramas and luxe service, these lakefront stays will make you rethink your next beach vacation

Coach 'sleeping boxes' possible on Airbus

Tired of trying to sleep while stuffed into your tiny coach seat on a long-haul flight? Airbus has filed a patent for stackable "sleeping boxes"

Nepal bans novice climbers from Everest, considers more limits

Nepal's Tourism Ministry considers rules banning young, old and disabled from Mount Everest climbs.

12 Places Every Chocolate Lover Should Visit

Do you have a sweet tooth? Indulge in some daydreaming (and cocoa) while you browse our slideshow of 12 of the coolest chocolate destinations

Watch the world's first 3D-printed hotel suite take shape

Two bedrooms, a living room, and bathroom complete with enormous jacuzzi are printed into existence

5 Insider tips for exchanging money abroad

Business travelers know the ins and outs of how to maximize the value when exchanging foreign currency; here are some of the best tips

'Star Wars': Coming to a Theme Park Near You

New "Star Wars" theme park attractions, custom jets and a related museum mark the seventh film in the "Star Wars" franchise, "Star Wars: The Force Awakens."

UK autumn walks: Kinder Scout, Peak District

A guide to some of the UK's best walks for autumn on National Trust land, including what to see along the way

Hilton Hotels investigates customer credit card security hack

Hilton Hotels announced last week that it is looking into a possible security breach that occurred at gift shops, restaurants, bars, and other stores located on Hilton owned properties across the U.S.

Top 5 Wild West ranches in America

Whether you prefer fly fishing and campfires or luxury glamping tents and pampering massages, we've scouted out the perfect spots for an unforgettable ranch vacation.

Florida's best beach hotels and places to stay on a budget

From a five-star hostel by Miami beach to a campsite on Florida's white-sand barrier islands, here's our pick of affordable beach accommodation in the Sunshine State

How Millennials Are Traveling Better Than You

Five ways this tech-savvy generation is making the most of travel.

10 Most Beautiful US Towns To Visit This Time Of Year

If you're looking for picturesque foliage this fall to capture on your kid's Instagram or your own Pinterest account, you needn't go far. Whether you live on the East Coast and have access to New England or upstate New York or not, you will find spectacular displays of color and natural beauty.

All Carnival Corp. Ships to Get Sophisticated Wi-fi, More Internet Package Choices

All of the ships owned by Carnival Corporation's 10 brands, including Carnival, Princess, Holland America, Cunard, P

Iran vows legal action against Saudi Arabia over the Hajj stampede

Iran has vowed to take international legal action against Saudi Arabia's rulers over the crush of pilgrims during this year's Hajj, which killed at least 769 people

21 of the world's coolest outdoor cinemas

You'll be so enthralled with your surroundings you won't even care if the movie's a stinker

Why you need a good five days to visit Cooperstown, N.Y.

In Cooperstown, N.Y., there's the Fenimore Art Museum, Otsego Lake, Victorian homes and the baseball Hall of Fame.

What makes those Middle East airlines so special?

Etihad, Emirates and Qatar have been in the news a lot lately, mostly thanks to the U.S. and European airlines complaining that they're unfairly subsidized by their governments

Tangled web surrounds United's aborted Atlantic City routes

Many airlines have tried - and failed - over the past decade to make a profit flying to Atlantic City, New Jersey

Silversea unveils another epic South America cruise

Luxury line Silversea is planning another epic sailing from Florida to South America and back for 2017. The 63-day voyage on the 540-passenger Silver Spirit will kick off Jan. 16, 2017

Finding a Health Insurance Plan That Travels With You

A guide to deciding what kind of health insurance you might need, and advice on finding a plan that fits your budget and lifestyle

Exploring Gozo Isle: A secluded Mediterranean sanctuary

There is plenty to do -- from touring historical sites, visiting movie sets or relaxing around your lushly landscaped hotels

Top 10 train station restaurants in Europe

The romance and frisson of rail travel are the perfect accompaniments to these superb dining experiences in the continen's top stations

48 hours in western Sydney: what to do, where to go

Some of Sydney's best food, affordable hotels, vibrant Parramatta and a drive-in cinema make a weekend away out west a must-do

5 Questions to Ask Before Booking Your Holiday Travel

When you think of the perfect holiday getaway, do you imagine sipping a hot chocolate next to a roaring fire? Or do you see yourself lounging on the beach, thankful that you won't be scraping ice off your windshield on New Year's Day?

The 5 Most Beautiful Places To Spend The Night

A certain type of traveler seeks out unique experiences, but not without some of the comforts and luxuries that make a vacation just that: a vacation

Australia Welcomes First International Cruise Ship of Record Summer Season

A host of new cruise ships are coming to Australia as cruise lines gear up for wave season

The 20 best travel books of all time

Ahead of the awarding of this year's Stanford Dolman Travel Book of the Year, read Telegraph Travel's pick of the 20 most inspiring travel books of all time

Shortlist revealed for 'Oscars' of the museum world

The shortlist for Leading Culture Destinations 2015 has been announced, and there are some surprising new entries

Rotterdam: Holland's infamous port city may be the hippest place in the country

Holland's infamous port city may be a largely working-class place, but its residents' maker mentality and artistic prowess has helped it to become the hippest place in the country

The Globe Inn, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk: hotel review

If you like stylish touches with your seaside charm, this revamped inn on the north Norfolk coast will fit the bill

Ask the Captain: How has technology changed a pilot's job?

How have advances in cockpit electronics changed a pilot's job in the last 30 years?

Ride-hailing services making inroads at airports

It's been a bumpy ride, but many major airports are successfully hammering out deals with ride-hailing services such as Uber, Lyft and Sidecar

Love craft beer? This cruise is for you

The first cruise themed around craft beer and music will set sail next March out of Miami. The Lebrewski Cruise, as it's being called, will feature daily craft beer tastings

Giant pumpkins and larger-than-life mazes: Best fall festivals for the family

Fall festivals have more to offer than hay rides and bobbing for apples

World's first sandcastle hotels now open in the Netherlands

Ready for a little sand in the sheets?

Australia's 13 Most Beautiful Islands

Thanks to the drop in the Australian dollar and the beginning of summer in the southern hemisphere, now is the time to plan travel to the exotic islands around Australia. Here are a few of our favorites

10 Hotels With Unbelievably High-End Amenities

How does a luxury ski-in, ski-out hotel in the French Alps, located on the site of a former Olympic ski jump, sound? Or how about a helipad on the roof? Terrible, we know

5 Cheap European Destinations

If you're looking in the mirror and wondering when it's time you finally take the plunge and book your first trip overseas to Europe, then yes, "Mirror, mirror on the wall, you're the smartest of them all!" 2015 is definitely THE year to travel

The Old Clare Hotel, Sydney, Australia

Inside Sydney's latest hotel, a foodie hotspot with three restaurants, 70s-style cocktail bar, stylish rooms and even better bathrooms

Fare hike for the Paris-Barcelona express - but only if you're foreign

British travellers are paying 70 per cent more than French and Spanish passengers sitting on the same train, one of the rail industry's leading figures has revealed

Walking in the Outer Hebrides

Once a hideout for Bonnie Prince Charlie, Benbecula's low-lying landscape offers up watery views and chance wildlife encounters, says Mark Rowe

The five best ways to experience Havana

With the relaxation on U.S. travel restrictions to Cuba, many Americans are trying to figure out how to go to the island and what to do once they get there

How To Carry Your Luggage: Protect Your Posture In Style

Ladies have to be prepared for anything when traveling, and usually that entails dragging all of our beauty and style essentials around. So if your bags leave your body feeling tired and sore, it's time to reconsider how you carry them

5 apps that keep you safe on the road

Fend off kidnappings, uncomfortable first dates and booze-fueled M.I.A's with these free apps

JFK's iconic TWA terminal to become a hotel complex

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced the formal approval of a lease deal to turn the iconic TWA Flight Center at John F. Kennedy Airport into a hotel complex

Tips to Chose Your Ideal Cruise

Choosing a good cruise is not easy, so here are some tips to help you make the best choice you can when planning!

36 Hours in Paris, Right Bank

Discover the multiple personalities of the Right Bank, from its most intimate streets to its monumental boulevards and open spaces

The best hikes for fall foliage

Celebrate fall by hiking these top trails with great displays of changing leaves

10 Unmissable Restaurants in the American South

Years of eating and traveling around the South has revealed a pattern in our dining habits. We tend to balance out a visit to a sleek newcomer everyone’s raving about with a trip to an old-school standby—often in the same day

The Vatican by train: a new kind of papal visit

Visitors can now combine a tour of the Vatican with a wander around the pope's summer palace - travelling by the Pontiff's railway

Tiree: Stretch yourself in a surfer's paradise in 'the Hawaii of the north'

The solitude was almost eerie as I paddled further into the clear water. A breeze whipped my hair and the sea lapped gently against my board. Then I spotted a whiskered old boy bobbing around, watching me from just a few feet away

12 Best South Korea Experiences

Check out 12 incredible things to do in South Korea, from ringing in the New Year on a beach to basking in the glow of a lantern festival

Hermanus hotels

An insider's guide to the best hotels in Hermanus, including the top places to stay for whale watching and seaviews, in locations including Westcliff, Grotto Beach, Old Harbour and New Harbour

Airplane seat design promises faster boarding time and roomier middle

Denver-based firmed Molon Labe has created the next wave in airline seating

Are airlines really experiencing record-high numbers of passenger complaints?

Even if you choose a highly rated airline, you have to roll the dice and hope for a good trip

Cruise and Maritime partner with Adagio for new river cruise walking breaks

Cruise and Maritime teaming up with Adagio to launch new river cruise walking breaks

U.S. credit cards becoming more secure, easier to use abroad

If you're planning a trip outside the U.S. soon, now's a good time to call your credit card company and ask about getting a new microchip card

South Point Hotel, Casino and Spa

The off-Strip hotel hosts 2,163 rooms and suites, 12 restaurants, an arena and bowling

Pope Francis will fly American Airlines this week

Pope Francis arrived to the United States on an Alitalia plane, but his flights within the United States will be on American Airlines

Carnival to resume sailings from Mobile, Ala.

Mobile, Ala. is back on the map for cruisers. Industry giant Carnival on Wednesday announced it would resume year-round sailings from the city in November 2016

In Europe’s Top Destinations, Hotels to Suit Your Wallet

Hotel pairs in six popular European cities, including Paris and Barcelona, offer alternatives at the high or low end of the budget spectrum

Lufthansa tests high speed Internet as airlines look to improve connectivity

Others will likely follow suit

Ischia: an Italian island paradise

A short ferry ride from Naples, Ischia’s rustic villages – wonderfully evoked by the Italian novelist – have retained their charm and beauty

The Globe Inn, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk: hotel review

If you like stylish touches with your seaside charm, this revamped inn on the north Norfolk coast will fit the bill

Madagascar's bizarre natural wonder

Accessible only by boat and known to few travellers, Organ Pipes bears an uncanny resemblance to Northern Ireland's spectacular Giant's Causeway

P and O Trials Alcohol Drink Package on Australian Cruise Ship Pacific Pearl

P and O Cruises Australia is trialling its first alcoholic beverage package aboard Pacific Pearl, the line confirmed today to Cruise Critic. And the good news for drinkers is the surprise new offering is looking highly likely to be rolled out across the five-ship Australian fleet

The world's most beautiful mosques

As the Islamic world begins to celebrate Eid al-Adha and the end of the Hajj pilgrimage, we look at the most beautiful mosques in Morocco, Saudi Arabia, India, Pakistan, and beyond

Rome to increase tourist tax in Holy Year to ease coach congestion

Rome is becoming an "expensive and unpredictable" holiday destination, critics of a plan to raise tourist taxes in the city have argued

Festive hotels for Christmas and New Year

Sophie Campbell offers a guide to the best Christmas and New Year hotels for singles, families and party animals

Molise: Italy's frontier country

Molise is the least known Italian region, even among Italians, but it offers untouched landscapes, ski resorts, beaches and hearty food

Dive in: The Caribbean's most beautiful waterfalls

Hiking to a waterfall in the Caribbean is an exercise in pure joy

Pay close attention to your credit cards after a trip

From basic billing mistakes by travel suppliers to outright fraud like card skimming, travel brings plenty of opportunities for your credit card to get worked over

United plans new Dreamliner route to interior China

United Airlines is looking to expand its footprint in China. The carrier said on Tuesday it is seeking regulatory approval to begin seasonal flights between its San Francisco hub and the interior Chinese city

Scenic Aura and Scenic Spirit Unveil New Design and Asian River Cruise Itineraries

Scenic has revealed details of its new South East Asian river cruises as it prepares to launch two vessels on the Mekong and the Irrawaddy in the 2016/17 season

Airlines Find Travelers Accept Fees Wrapped Up in Bundles

After meeting resistance to add-on fees, carriers are grouping benefits like added legroom and free Wi-Fi into fare packages

New Ecotourism Tours in Sarasota

The debut tour, “Inspired Sarasota Bay,” departs Oct. 25 and will take guests to bays, islands and beaches, showcasing the environmental heritage of Sarasota Bay

Strange and stunning: Italy's most beautiful fountains

From a fountain that survived the eruption of Mount Vesuvius to another that stretches on for over a mile, here are a few of our favorites

Morning News: Plans Move Forward for a TWA Hotel

JFK Airport gets closer to a groundbreaking on its first design hotel while, in India, a selfie attempt leads to a tourist death

Let's go to ... Sheffield

Take in the city's Sensoria festival and a radical new sculpture in the cathedral ... then refuel on great beer and tasty budget bites

Royal Caribbean Closer to Botany Bay Relocation for Sydney Cruise Ships

Royal Caribbean expects to relocate its Sydney-based cruise ships to Botany Bay within 3-4 years

Yugodom, Belgrade: Retro rooms that make the grade

Serbian friends chuckled when I told them I was sleeping in a "stay-over museum" that pays homage to life in the old Yugoslavia. Surely it's just like visiting your family in Belgrade, they said. Well, yes and no

Europe's sweetest candy museums

Haribo, marzipan and chocolate-centered attractions for those who like their history sugar-coated

Startup plans to auction off undesirable airline tickets

Israeli start-up BidFlyer will sell unwanted airline tickets to the highest bidder

Ryanair faces action for 'breach of consumer law'

Ryanair has denied that it is breaching consumer law by not paying customers compensation that they are due for flight delays

The 10 best cities for families in Europe

Europe's best cities for families with children, plus tips on what to do when you're there

Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak to headline cruise

Apple fans, your ship has come in. Literally. Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak will headline a Panama Canal cruise in December on luxury line Seabourn's 450-passenger Seabourn Odyssey

Pope Francis' U.S. Visit, and How it Affects Travelers

Fresh off his four-day papal journey to Cuba, Pope Francis is scheduled for his first-ever visit to the United States from September 22 through September 27

What New Rules Mean for Travel to Cuba

The United States has further loosened travel regulations for Americans visiting the island. Here is what you need to know before you go

How to Rent a European Villa (And Not Go Broke)

Why spend your European vacation in a small, pricey hotel room when you can rent a private villa?

Sneak peek inside Disney World's new Indiana Jones restaurant

Disney this week released details about its new Indiana Jones-themed restaurant at Disney World in Orlando, Florida

Morning News: Plans Take Off for Concorde to Fly Again

Thanks to the dedication of "Club Concorde"—a group of Concorde pilots, charterers, and frequent fliers—supersonic Concorde may fly again

Chicago's Newest Hotels are Turning Heads

There's a new crosstown classic playing out in the Windy City—but this one’s among a crew of visionary hoteliers instead of between the White Sox and the Cubs

10 of the best architecture tours

Whether it's modernism, brutalism or art deco that draws your interest, these guided trips reveal the unique stories of buildings and city designs

Vietnam's prison-island paradise

Despite being a quick 45-minute turboprop flight from Ho Chi Minh City, Con Son is a world away from Vietnam's well-beaten tourist trail, with inexplicably few Western travellers

8 Secret New England Towns Perfect for Fall

Winding roadways … packed with cars. Cider donuts … you've been waiting three hours to eat. Trees afire with red, orange, and yellow blooms … that you can't really see over someone else's selfie stick

Regional Cruise Port May Allow Longer Australian Season for Ovation of the Seas

Wollongong may allow a longer Australian season for the new Ovation of the Seas and more flexibility with Sydney cruises

15 things you didn't know about the world's greatest attractions

A century after Stonehenge was sold at auction for £6,600, we unearth other surprising facts about famous sights

Airline-less Delaware airport hopes ad campaign boosts image

Anyone traveling through New Castle County this month might notice new highway billboards advertising something called Wilmington Airport

Regular airline flights to Cuba to begin next year?

Civil aviation agreement for regular airline service could be in place by the year's end

Iconic luxury ship to be reconfigured for polar exploring

In a latest sign that cruises to the Arctic and Antarctica are in hot demand, luxury line Silversea on Friday announced it would strengthen the hull of one of its traditional vessels to allow it to operate in expedition-style voyages to the polar regions

This fall is the best time to get a new passport. Here's why

Save yourself a bit of hassle and get a new passport, now

Touring Hiroshima offers a new understanding on world peace

The historical site is a learning opportunity for the entire family

The world's greatest walking trails

As the film A Walk in the Woods showcases the glorious Appalachian Trail, Tim Jepson picks his favourite long-distance routes

Mapped: The countries that rely most on your money

Tourism accounts for half the GDP of some countries, with the Maldives, the Bahamas and Aruba among the most dependent

British Virgin Islands: Not just for billionaires

For some, the thought of a Caribbean holiday is limited to a just handful of islands - St Lucia, Barbados, Antigua Jamaica, Grenada - each lovely in their own right and easily accessible from the UK with direct flights. But this is a big region, and it pays to think a little differently

The Hoxton, Amsterdam: Hip canal houses that make all the right noises

If you weren't paying attention, you'd probably miss The Hoxton

5 of South Africa's Best Photographic Experiences

In South Africa - an unfailingly photogenic country - a handful of savvy local photographers and tourism operators have capitalized on the increasingly mainstream popularity of photography and begun offering specialized photographic tours

Everything You Need To Know About Off-Season Travel

Why is off season great for cheap traveling? Three words: supply and demand. When demand drops, so do prices on everything from airfare to hotel rooms to attractions. Even food prices can decrease, with many cities holding restaurant weeks during the off-season

Celebrity Cruises Adds Late Night Room Service Fee

Celebrity Cruises has added a $3.95 fee for all room service items delivered between 11 p.m. and 6 a.m

The Worst Travel Advice We've Ever Heard

When it comes to travel advice, some of the most common suggestions are the worst. And trust us, we’ve heard it all

The hotel that inspired Stephen King's 'The Shining' awaits you in Estes Park, Colo.

Estes Park, Colo., by Rocky Mountain National Park, is home to bugling elk and Stanley Hotel, basis for 'The Shining's' Overlook

The incredible shrinking hotel room

How tiny can a hotel room get? Micro-hotels bring innovative design to small spaces

American Airlines CEO says demand is strong, profits up

The CEO of American Airlines says travel demand is strong, explaining why airline profits are up even as fares have fallen because of cheaper jet fuel

Buoyed by new Boeing 767s, WestJet adds six routes to London Gatwick

Canadian discount carrier WestJet unveiled a major expansion to the United Kingdom on Tuesday, saying it would add six new routes to London's Gatwick Airport

First look: Inside Norwegian Cruise Line's giant new ship

What will it be like on Norwegian Cruise Line's next ship, the Norwegian Escape? See for yourself with our first look at the soon-to-debut 4,200-passenger vessel as it nears completion at a shipyard in Germany

Autumn in the Cotswolds

An insider's guide to the Cotswolds, featuring the best autumnal walks and postcard-pretty guesthouses

36 Hours in Boston

Whether you wish to tour by foot, boat or bike, Georges Island, the Rose Kennedy Greenway, the HarborWalk or the Freedom Trail are fine places to start

Antitrust Nod for Expedia to Buy Orbitz

The Justice Department will not block Expedia’s $1.3 billion purchase of Orbitz, another travel-booking site

5 easy tips for staying healthy on your next flight

Let’s face it, flying in an airplane can feel like riding in a germ-mobile…especially if your seat mate has cough or runny nose

This Paris Museum Smells As Great As It Looks

Fragonard, one of the country's most legendary fragrance-makers, has its very own museum in France's capital

Top 10 film- and TV-themed bars and restaurants

Mamma Mia! … a Greek taverna in Stockholm, a Grand Budapest Hotel bar in Milan and a Breaking Bad coffee shop in Istanbul. Eat and drink amid the settings of your favourite film and TV shows

Three Production Shows Coming to Celebrity Solstice, Other Ships

Celebrity Solstice will receive three new production shows this month, part of an "18 shows in 18 months" initiative by Celebrity Cruises

First look: Boeing's new 737 MAX 8

Boeing has released new pictures of the 737 MAX 8, the first member of the aerospace company's new, more efficient single-aisle airplane family

Latest epic cruise: New York to Australia and back

Want to visit Africa, Australia, Asia and the Middle East without ever getting on an airplane? It'll be doable in 2017 for those in the New York area willing to hop on a Cunard ocean liner

Selfies vs Shark Attacks: Which Are More Deadly for Travelers?

This has been the summer of shark attacks, from the North Carolina coast to the waters of Australia. And sharks can be dangerous, even lethal. But not, it turns out, as lethal as that ubiquitous travel pastime, the selfie

Autumn leaves (koyo) in Japan

Visit Tokyo from mid-September to see the autumn leaves at their most beautiful, says our expert Danielle Demetriou

Safestay London Holland Park hostel, London, UK: review

Safestay London Holland Park is a family-friendly West London hostel offering an excellent choice of rooms, a good range of facilities and an all-you-can-eat breafast buffet, near Notting Hill and Kensington High Street

Backpacker's budget: The Caribbean's best hostels

If you don't mind basic accommodations, Caribbean hostels are a cheap, social way to stay

Animal shelters that need your help

Looking to give something back during your vacation? These animals need your time and love

Delta Air Lines giving 14.5% raise to many of its employees

Pay raises are coming for many Delta Air Lines employees. The carrier said Wednesday that it will boost base pay by 14.5% for many of its 80,000 employees

The Travel Jacket Geeks Adore

A husband-and-wife team with no fashion knowledge solve a problem and create a monster Kickstarter hit with the 15-in-1 BauBax travel jacket

City Suds: The Best Urban Breweries and Brewpubs

Quality breweries are popping up in cities all over the United States

National Park Service bans electronic cigarettes from parks

On Monday, the National Park Service announces that electronic cigarettes are now banned in any area where traditional smoking is prohibited across the country

Thrilling adventures you have to experience in Brazil

Brazil is a country for all the senses

The return of Antrim’s Gobbins Path

Northern Ireland’s latest tourist attraction, the Gobbins Cliff Path, is a reboot of a magnificent feat of engineering that originally opened in 1902

The Kinmel Arms, Abergele, north Wales: hotel review

This cosy country inn has added four spacious bedrooms and a smart restaurant, but kept its unpretentious village pub feel

Will Carnival's volunteerism cruise line Fathom do good?

Passengers will work with local children on language skills, among other activities

Norwegian Bliss Building Begins

At Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg, Germany, Norwegian Cruise Line executives gathered to celebrate Norwegian Bliss' steel cutting

10 great secret British Bed and Breakfasts

Alastair Sawday selects 10 great new UK finds from the latest edition of Sawday's Special Places to Stay: British Bed and Breakfast

Cruise the Med without the crowds on a winter voyage

It is hardly surprising that the Mediterranean is a popular region for cruising; you can visit several different countries in a week, and catch rays round the pool on board

Air Canada pilot lauded for diverting trans-Atlantic flight to save dog

An Air Canada pilot is being lauded for diverting a Tel Aviv-to-Toronto to Germany, a decision that may have saved the life of a passenger's French bulldog riding in the jet's cargo area, according to Canadian

13 Best New Zealand Experiences

Check out this list of unforgettable New Zealand experiences, ranging from stargazing in a mountaintop observatory to cooking a traditional Maori meal

World's first remote-control air traffic control tower is up and running

Passengers landing at remote Ornskoldsvik Airport in northern Sweden might catch a glimpse of the control tower - likely unaware there is nobody inside

The 5 Rooms, Barcelona: Take five and live like a local

Barcelona is a city that always lives up to the hype, whether you're there for the food, the festivals, or anything in between

Hotel and Resort News: A New Look for the Peninsula Chicago, a New Attitude at Ritz-Carlton

What you need to know if you’re on a trip or planning one soon, including couples weeks at the Four Seasons Resort Orlando and a fitness plan at Fairfield Inn and Suites

Despite Shake-Up at Top, United Faces Steep Climb

Despite the 2010 merger of United Airlines and the well-regarded Continental Airlines, United has not won high ratings

The World's 5 Best Elevated Parks

Cities all over the world are turning old industrial infrastructure into pedestrian-friendly gardens in the sky

One Year Later, Cabo's Hotel Scene Is Thriving Again

Last year, Hurricane Odile nearly destroyed this popular Mexican vacation spot. After months of rebuilding, Cabo San Lucas resorts are ready to welcome guests again

How To Master The Art Of Amtrak Travel

Riding the rails -- it's a beloved experience that many prefer to plane or car travel. There are no security lines and no traffic, plus the benefit of wider seats and more legroom

Britain's best wild mountain hideouts

Mountain bothies are "stone tents" found in some of Britain's most beautiful and remote landscapes, available for use free of charge by mountain walkers

The best museums and memorials to visit for the Battle of Britain

To mark Battle of Britain Day, here are five places where you can remember the momentous struggle

Norwegian Cruise Line Changes Service Charge Policy

Norwegian Cruise Line passengers will no longer be able to remove or change the daily service charge (DSC) added to shipboard accounts while still onboard

Why You Should Visit Muscat, Oman

Flanked by rugged, terracotta-colored mountains, the Omani capital of Muscat is a city that blends traditional architecture and a naturally beautiful setting

Unleash your inner beach bum on this sleepy Thai island

The achipelago on Thailand's west coast begs travellers to sink their toes into its sand, providing them with a laid-back atmosphere, endlessly beautiful scenery and colourful cuisine

11 Weird Laws That Could Ruin Your Next Trip

Traveling can be an incredibly freeing experience, but that doesn't necessarily mean you're free to do whatever you want. Tourists often find themselves in hot water with locals or law enforcement for being ignorant of laws or cultural norms

In Midst of Migrant Crisis, Cruises Change Course in Greece

At least three cruise lines have changed their itineraries in Greece to avoid the island of Lesbos, where some 20,000 migrants from the Middle East and Africa are living in camps

Universal signs deal with China to open Beijing theme park in 2019

Universal Studios has signed a deal with a Chinese state-owned consortium to build a Hollywood theme park in Beijing to open in 2019, state media reported Tuesday

At Alaska's Denali National Park, the peak moments come wild and high

Even without the camping gear, a true wilderness experience awaits at Denali National Park and Preserve in Alaska

Oops! American Airlines flies wrong plane from Los Angeles to Hawaii

Last month, American Airlines flew a jet to Honolulu that wasn't certified to fly the long distance from Los Angeles. They did not say how the blunder happened

Egypt Security Forces Accidentally Kill Mexican Tourists

Egyptian security forces opened fire on a caravan of tourist vehicles in the country’s Western Desert late Sunday night, killing at least 12 people visiting from Mexico and injuring 10 others, among them Mexican tourists and their Egyptian tour guides, officials said

The Art of ‘Farecasting’ the Lowest Airfare

A handful of new and updated websites and apps are trying to perfect the art of what’s known as farecasting — predicting the best date to buy a ticket

In California, Olive Oil Tourism Is on the Rise

Many makers of artisan olive oil in California are opening their estates to the public, providing tours and oil samplings

America's Appalachian Trail

Bill Bryson's account of an exhausting trek in the remote Appalachians has been turned into a film. Andrew Eames follows his footsteps into the woods

Why You May Need a Passport for an Alaskan Cruise

At first glance, your cruise itinerary may look like you won’t be visiting another country, but it’s almost certain you will

Fall Hotel Preview: 24 New Stays With Serious Style

From chic eco-hotels in Sri Lanka to ultra luxurious Ritz-Carltons, this fall

Toronto's Harry Potter Bar Has Clues Only Wizards Will Recognize

To a muggle, The Lockhart bar looks like any other charming hipster establishment. But to a Hogwarts expert, it's so much more

Update: Low River Conditions Continue to Affect Europe River Cruises

While some of Europe's waterways have gone back to normal, stretches of the Danube and the Elbe are still experiencing low levels, leading to adjustments for river cruises operating there

The world's greatest travel discoveries

To mark the 75th anniversary of the discovery of the Lascaux Cave, here are 14 more finds that tourists should be grateful for

Anthony Horowitz: modern-day island-hopping in Greece

Anthony Horowitz returns after 30 years to the Greek islands of Crete, Paros, Antiparos and Mykonos, to find backpacks have been replaced by wheelie suitcases

Boeing, Japanese airline unveil Dreamliner painted like Star Wars' droid R2-D2

Star Wars theme music played and Storm Troopers held guard as the hangar doors began to open. Within moments, a Boeing 787 "Dreamliner" painted with likeness of R2-D2 emerged to a cheering crowd

Dreaded fees come to vacation rentals

Rental companies are piling on the fees, many of them pure junk. Among the most common: booking fees, change fees, cleaning fees, hot tub fees, parking fees, reservation fees and amorphous "convenience" fees

10 of the best ways to enjoy Boston - on a budget

Great parks, free art and brewery tours, brilliant cheap eats and gigs: Boston, America's "walking city," has loads for visitors to do without spending big bucks

When in Rome, Learn to Cook Italian

If you go to Rome to dine, you’re getting only a taste of Italian culture. For a full immersion, you’ve got to make some pasta and traditional sauces yourself

British Airways Jet That Aborted Takeoff Had Multiple Engine Breaches

Accident investigators for the National Transportation Safety Board said they found multiple breaches in the engine of British Airways flight 2276, which had to abort a takeoff in Las Vegas

Top 10 budget restaurants in Chester

Cheste's historic sights make it ideal for a day trip and our pick of wallet-friendly restaurants, pubs and delis showcases great foodie stopoffs to enhance your visit

Soho Farmhouse, the Cotswolds: hotel review

This members' club-style 'resort' in Oxfordshire expertly combines a wilderness cabin vibe with the comforts of boho London ... and just a hint of the Truman Show

The world's most beautiful cities

From the gardens of Kyoto to the Renaissance magnificence of Florence, the world's most beautiful cities are enough to move grown men to tears

Heritage Open Days 2015: 10 of the best secret sites

For this weekend only, hundreds of private UK heritage sites will open their doors to the public. Sophie Campbell highlights 10 of the most enticing

Dam threat to Mekong River's last few dolphins

The last surviving Mekong River dolphins could be wiped out by the building of a controversial dam by the Laos government, the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) has warned

Tourists flock to Cuba after diplomatic entente

Cuba has seen a 17 per cent increase in tourists following an easing of relations with the US

Security Expert Shows How Hotel Safes Are Not As Secure As We Think

Room safes are really the only option for protecting your valuables when you're staying at a hotel. But if you thought those safes were a sure way to keep your precious items secure, think again

Budget accommodation in Paris

Hip hostels and affordable boutique hotels in one of the most visited cities in the world

Vienna travel tips: Where to go and what to see in 48 hours

New flights make Austria's cultured capital even easier to visit this autumn, writes Laura Holt

Update: After Fire, Next Carnival Liberty Cruise to Sail as Scheduled

Following a small engine room fire that has sidelined Carnival Liberty in St. Thomas since Monday, the ship is slated to sail its September 13 voyage as scheduled, according to a statement from Carnival

Photo tour: Queen Elizabeth II's long reign, in a cruise lover's eye

Even before she became the longest reigning British monarch on Wednesday, the United Kingdom's Queen Elizabeth II was setting records of another sort -- for christening ships, including several of the world's best-known and biggest passenger vessels

United unveils new first-class domestic seats

Just a day after Tuesday's resignation of former CEO Jeff Smisek, United Airlines pushed ahead with a planned event at its Chicago headquarters to unveil new first class seats for its domestic narrow-body fleet

36 Hours in Portland, Ore.

Ignore the hype, and indulge in the city’s simple pleasures — from $4 films to a puppet museum, Ping-Pong and pétanque and a picnic by the river

Food and Tour News: Oysters in New York, Wine and Jambalaya in Maine

What you need to know if you’re on a trip or planning one soon, including new Katsuya restaurants in the Middle East and a new Moby restaurant in Los Angeles

Passenger Bill of Rights calls for a minimum airplane seat size

The flying public has spoken and they want bigger airplane seats

All aboard Scotland's new Borders Railway

The UK's longest new domestic railway for 100 years aims to promote the charms of south-east Scotland to tourists who normally head straight for the Highlands

10 Beaches That Are Better in the Off-Season

After Labor Day, people across the country pack up their towels, stash their unfinished beach reading, and stow their beach chairs for the winter ahead. But what they don't realize is that fall and winter are actually the best times of year to visit many beaches around the country

Carnival Liberty stranded; passengers to be flown home

When passengers boarded the Carnival Liberty on Sunday, they had no idea that an engine fire would abruptly end their trip

British Airways fire: Source cites fire suppression

The British Airways jetliner that caught fire at Las Vegas' airport had suppression equipment onboard -- it just didn't work to stop the flames, a source says

El Celler de Can Roca: "World's best" restaurant

The Spain eatery won the top spot at this year's World's 50 Best Restaurants Awards. So what can diners who manage to snag a rare reservation expect?

Labor Day's a fine time to reflect on how few vacation days you have--but do you take all you get?

Europeans receive much more vacation time than Americans do. Still, many U.S. workers don't use the paid time off they get to take a vacation

Why Travel Insurance is Important

There are many reasons why travel insurance is important. One simple fact? It could save you a boatload of money

Hotel and Resort News: Music in Paris, Coffee Lessons in Orlando

What you need to know if you’re on a trip or planning one soon, including bookish hotels and a new Rosewood property in Edinburgh

5 hotels with stunning vertical gardens

Ecotourism reaches new heights —literally! — with these vertical gardens installed at hotels around the world. Also called “green walls” or “living walls,” these gardens can reduce the temperature of buildings naturally and purify polluted water, and in many places, they stand in for artwork

Azamara to Keep Popular Sunset Bar During Refurbishment

Azamara Club Cruises has scrapped plans to replace a popular aft bar with a for-fee specialty restaurant during the upcoming refurbishment of its ships Azamara Journey and Azamara Quest

St. Augustine: History, nature make beautiful pair

St. Augustine doesn't get the attention that its neighbor Orlando does. And that's exactly its appeal. It's unassuming and authentic, and it's celebrating a big birthday

Man who traveled to every country on earth explains the most difficult places to visit and why

Last summer, my Royal Air Maroc flight from Casablanca landed at Malabo International Airport in Equatorial Guinea, and I completed a 50-year mission: I had officially, and legally, visited every recognized country on earth

10 Things to Do in the First 24 Hours of Your Trip

Once you have finally dropped your bags at your destination, the next 24 hours of any trip can be both thrilling and completely disorienting. Here are 10 tips for dispatching potential snags in the first 24 hours of your trip

Las Vegas beyond the casinos

From leading art exhibitions and hip new bars to staggering landscapes, Julia Buckley finds that Sin City has more to offer than gambling

Can Ryanair change its prices according to who's booking?

Ryanair, like any European airline, can offer flights at whatever price it likes

Paris: How to visit the Louvre

How do you make the most of a visit to the Louvre Museum? Can you see the Mona Lisa without the crowds? Nick Trend offers a guide, including highlights, ticket prices and opening times

Lake Como hotels

An insider's guide to the best hotels in Lake Como, featuring the top places to stay for al fresco dining, luxurious spas, sprawling gardens and lakeside swimming pools, near Bellagio, Tremezzina, Cernobbio and the stately homes of Villa del Balbianello, Villa Melzi and Villa Carlotta

Cruise Lines Cancel Greek Island Visit due to Migrant Concerns

Cruise lines that are scheduled to stop at Lesbos, a Greek island where thousands of migrants and refugees have arrived, have changed their itineraries

You've Been Picturing The Planet All Wrong

Did you know that California is more than four times the size of Portugal? Or that you could fit China, the U.S. and India into the continent of Africa, with room to spare?

In Scotland, Hospitality is King

The stately home at the core of Scotland's Isle of Eriska was a welcoming sight, standing at the end of a narrow road flanked by beautiful flowers and a variety of well-kept trees.

10 European Festivals and Events You Can't Miss This Fall

Just because summer is over doesn't mean you have to say goodbye to festival season. For travelers and students visiting Europe we have put together a round-up of this fall's best music and art festivals

More cruises to Bermuda? That's the plan at Carnival

Industry giant Carnival plans more cruises to Bermuda for 2016. The Fun Ship line says it'll offer nine sailings to the island destination from April through November

The latest: British Airways' Boeing 777 catches fire in Las Vegas

A British Airways Boeing 777-200 plane was evacuated just before takeoff from Las Vegas on Tuesday after one of Boeing 777-200's caught fire

Petit St. Vincent: The best Caribbean island you've never heard of

On this tiny landmass, you won't find telephones, internet access, or even a television

When Wine Tasting Becomes a Party

Growing interest in wine tasting and the incidents that have resulted, including a recent one on the Napa Valley Wine Train, have led to questions on how to police tours

Hotel Room Work Spaces Go Casual

Hotels are redesigning rooms to reflect the way many people now work, replacing desks with tables and adding laptop trays and more electrical outlets

Chill Out at the World's Coolest Swim-Up Bars

The world's best swimming pools are bested only by the swim-up bars they boast. Whether you want to order a cool blue slushie at Iceland's Lagoon Bar, play a hand of blackjack at Tropicana in Las Vegas, or indulge in some outrageously fresh seafood on a rock in the Indian Ocean, these awesome swim-up bars are destinations in their own right

YHA Boggle Hole, Fylingthorpe, Whitby, North Yorkshire: hostel review

YHA hostels have reinvented themselves - and changed almost as much as our writer has in the 20 years since she last stayed in one

Update: Fire on Carnival Liberty Delays Cruise Departure from St. Thomas

An updated statement from Carnival concerning the ship fire onboard Carnival Liberty said that crew and passengers were allowed back onboard the ship, but that it was not yet clear when the ship would depart from St. Thomas

Celebrity Cruises Cancels All Overnights in Istanbul

Celebrity Cruises has canceled all overnight stops in Istanbul for the rest of the cruise season due to ongoing security concerns

India by train: five magical journeys

If you want to experience the real India, take a trip on its vast rail network. Our writers introduce some classic routes

Lufthansa cancels 84 flights due to pilot strike

Air passengers will be entitled to compensation for the inconvenience as flights are grounded

New York Public Library, Richmond: Don't judge this book by its cover

Expect to be laughed at if you get into a taxi in Richmond, North Yorkshire, and ask for the New York Public Library. Clearly not everyone in the Dales is familiar with artist and curator Grenville Worthington's holiday home yet, and how it got the name is a bit of a story

A ceviche crawl in Lima - one of the hottest food cities on the planet

Some time after I've eaten all of chef Javier Wong's opening course of raw fish with lime juice, octopus and red onion – but before I've downed the closer's last morsels of raw fish with orange juice, pecans and zucchini – I start reflexively rubbing my eyes

12 Places You Only Need to See Once

These 12 places are worth seeing, but they're not worth a repeat visit. Find out which places you only need to see once

10 of the best ways to enjoy Prague - on a budget

It's one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, which means plenty of overpriced tourist traps. Here's how to avoid them, and save a few koruna

10 Dirty Little Secrets of Frequent Flyer Programs

Is there anyone reading this who isn't involved with at least one frequent flyer program? Didn't think so. Frequent flyer miles are embedded in our DNA. But many of us are getting a bit more savvy about frequent flyer programs

Ibiza Town: Away from the clubs, the island charms all year round

Climbing the cobbled slope that leads from Placa de la Constitucio to the Ses Taules Gate, I can see the centuries passing me in the other direction. It is not that the square I have just left is vastly modern - framed by whitewashed houses, it is classically Spanish

Within the Grand Canyon, the Lure of Havasu Falls

An idyllic place yields plenty of surprises, including a warm welcome by American Indian villagers and a restorative dip in a stunning natural pool

Hotel That Inspired ‘The Shining’ Builds on Its Eerie Appeal

The owner of the Stanley Hotel, which inspired Stephen King’s novel, built a labyrinth in homage to the one used in the film

Paris: 25 free things to see and do

With so many world-class sights that are free, Paris is easy to love as a budget traveler. Here are 25 things to see and do that won't cost anything at all.

New England's fall colors expected to be 'patchy'

Money really will grow on trees in New England this fall, as millions of “leaf peepers” flock to the region to view its colorful foliage and inject billions of tourism dollars into local and state economies.

The Best Place to Work Out in Beijing Is...An Art Gallery?

Nike's new studio in China is changing the way travelers can exercise

All aboard Scotland's new Borders Railway

The UK's longest new domestic railway for 100 years aims to promote the charms of south-east Scotland to tourists who normally head straight for the Highlands

Key revenue measure still falling at Delta Air Lines; fare wars taking a toll?

Delta Air Lines Inc. said Wednesday that a key revenue measure fell again in August, further indicating that spotty fare wars are taking a financial toll on the airlines

Stockholm travel tips: Where to go and what to see in 48 hours

Many people only think about a trip to the Swedish capital in summer, but now that the nights are drawing in you'll have fewer visitors to contend with, and more chance to mix with the locals who are back in town from their lakeside cottages

Portuguese wine hotels: From Alentejo to the Douro Valley

Bedrooms named after grapes, retractable ceilings, and of course wine tastings

13 Best England Experiences

Venture beyond London with these 13 fantastic -- and unusual -- ways to explore England. A few do focus on adventures in the London area, but others will spirit you away to the seacoast, Lake District, the Beatles' Liverpool and beyond

Update: Low River Conditions Continue to Affect Europe River Cruises

While some of Europe's waterways have gone back to normal, stretches of the Danube and the Elbe are still experiencing low levels, leading to adjustments for river cruises operating there

Carnival Cruise Ship to Return to Mobile Port

After a four-year dry spell, the port of Mobile will again be the home base for a Carnival cruise ship

First look: Inside Amber Cove, the Caribbean's newest cruise port

What's it like at the Caribbean's newest cruise port, Amber Cove?

7 ways to keep from getting lost while you're traveling

Take a moment to freak out, and then get yourself back on track with these tips

36 Hours in Rio de Janeiro

A new Rio is taking shape, with the Summer Olympics around the corner, and palpable energy is flowing to downtown areas

10 Dazzling Photos That Are Proof Prague Is Europe's Prettiest City

Prague isn't typically at the top of travelers' bucket lists, but just because it isn't Europe's biggest metropolis doesn't mean that this stunning city should be ignored

Banksy's Dismaland Isn't Actually the Unhappiest Place on Earth

Banksy's ironic, artistic, and rebellious take on the theme park succeeds on many levels

An Idyllic Tuscan Escape: Toscana Resort Castlefalfi

Once an abandoned medieval-era village, Castlefalfi has been refurbished into a luxe getaway

10 Best California Wine Fests

Pop the corks and roll out the tablecloths; California grape harvest is underway. All over the state, wine events large and small are paying homage to the mighty grape

Agatha Christie's hotel in Syria 'used as military barracks by Assad regime'

The Syrian hotel in which Agatha Christie wrote Murder on the Orient Express is reportedly being used as a military barracks by Assad regime soldiers

The cheapest way from London to Amsterdam

Which is the cheapest way to get from London to Amsterdam? We compare the cost of flights, Eurostar, car, and Megabus, and Eurolines coach tickets

Voluntourism Line Fathom Reveals Cuba Cruise Details

Fathom, the new one-ship cruise line that aims to bring voluntourism and social impact to cruising, revealed details today about its Cuba itineraries.

Gourmet Scotland: From food festivals and fishing breaks to pop-up restaurants and whisky trails

Scotland's Year of Food and Drink is waddling towards the dessert course, but if you haven't quite eaten your fill, there are still gourmet experiences to enjoy

'Chef' fools fine diners into enjoying inferior food

Experiment in Hong Kong shows that the mere presence of a chef make dishes taste better

Survey: Few Americans booking new Cuba cruises

The thaw in relations between the USA and Cuba has set off a race among cruise companies to start up sailings between the countries. But so far, few Americans are booking the trips, according to a survey

Pilots union blocks contract vote at Republic Airways; bankruptcy possible?

Shares of regional airline operator Republic Airways tumbled Wednesday after the Teamsters union declined to let pilots vote on the company's latest contract offer

Best Design Hotels in Berlin

The best of the design hotels in the German capital

When Airlines Looked Cool and Showed It

In more ways than one, “Airline Visual Identity, 1945-1975” (Callisto Publishing) is a hefty piece of work, landing at 430 pages, weighing 14 pounds and selling for $400. But the true size of its ambition is how it reveals the optimism of the Jet Age through nearly 400 posters and images from airlines like Pan Am, TWA, and United, evoking a time now seen as the golden age of flying

Top 10 caves à manger in Paris

Paris is offering a fresh twist on the wine bar experience with the increasing popularity of its caves à manger, where you can savour impressive wines, provided you also sample something from their deli-style food menus

10 ideas for adventurous holidays in Iran

As the British embassy in Tehran reopens and travel restrictions are lifted, tour operators are gearing up to show visitors Iran's natural and man-made glories

Atlanta is the world's busiest airport with 96 million passengers

Atlanta surpasses major hubs around the world with the most passengers traveling through the airport

Hotels that Reward Travelers for Being Social

The next time you're tempted to scour the web for hotel deals, consider Tweeting instead. These properties let travelers earn points and perks via social media

Brown Beach House, Tel Aviv, Israel - in pictures

Tel Aviv's latest boutique hotels has opened its doors on Trumpeldor beach. Expect Art Deco design, a buzzing bar and pineapple lamps galore

How lions' roars are being silenced in Africa

Lions in Africa number about 30,000 and are acutely endangered. Most are concentrated in parks and reserves

10 hostels you'll actually want to stay in

If you see hostels as falling somewhere between dorm rooms and jail cells, these properties will elevate your opinion

Why Austin Is The Ultimate Quirky Family Travel Destination

I once asked an Austinite "what's trendy in Austin right now" and immediately got "the look." Austin is too cool to care about trends, and the more unique style you have, the better

Blue Hill, a Literary Enclave, Grows in Downeast Maine

With scenery that brings out the poet within, it is little wonder that Blue Hill, Me., has quietly become a writers’ enclave

MSC Cruises to Base Cruise Ship in China for First Time

The newly refurbished MSC Lirica will homeport in Shanghai from May 1, 2016, initially for two years

Top 4 Upcoming Luxury South America Cruises

You will experience South America in unmatched luxury with these top 4 Luxury South America Cruises

Japan Airlines returns to Dallas/Fort Worth after 14-year absence

Japan Airlines is returning to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. The carrier will begin flying to Tokyo Narita on Nov. 30, offering five weekly round-trip flights with the possibility of going to daily service in the spring

Where to Eat and Drink in Evanston

The urban suburb north of Chicago has a downtown area that is picking up steam with the recent openings of farm-to-table restaurants and world-class distilleries and breweries

Hotels Fight Back Against Sites Like Expedia and Priceline

Hotel chains are using rewards points and benefits to encourage guests to book directly, while the industry fights a merger of Expedia and Orbitz

Holiday guide to Almería, Spain: best hotels, restaurants and things to do

Famous for its Spaghetti Western landscapes and film sets, Almería province in Andalucía also offers superb beaches, history and great places to eat and stay

Carnival Expands 2016 Bermuda Cruise Offerings

In response to high demand for Bermuda sailings, Carnival Cruise Line has added to the number and length of calls on King's Wharf scheduled for 2016

Toilet museum opens in Japan

Toto's toilet museum in Kitakyushu showcases a century of lavatory models, from the first flush to the astonishingly high-tech

The Anchor Inn, Seatown, Dorset: An ideal spot for salty sea dogs on the Jurassic Coast

Bed-and-breakfasts don't get much more coastal than The Anchor Inn, in Seatown: any closer to the waves and you could brave a quick paddle without taking your elbow off the bar

20 great places to travel this fall

September's here and summer's drifting away like an autumn leaf in a swimming pool. About time! The end of summer only means the best season for travel is here

10 Things You Should Never Wear When Traveling Abroad

If you want to stay safe and avoid standing out as a tourist when traveling overseas, read this important list of clothes and accessories to avoid

6 reasons to take your next trip solo

Have you considered taking your next trip solo? Here are six reasons why you should

JetBlue's newest destination: Palm Springs, Calif.

JetBlue's newest destination will be the California desert resort of Palm Springs. The airline will begin flying to Palm Springs International Airport on Jan. 14, offering seasonal service to its biggest hub

Misfired champagne cork forces easyJet flight to divert to Italy

A Turkey-bound EasyJet flight from the United Kingdom was forced to divert to Italy after a popped champagne cork smashed into a ceiling tile hard enough to force the plane's emergency oxygen masks to drop

16 Worst Mistakes You Can Make on a Cruise

#4 will not only ruin your cruise, but will cost you thousands of dollars

Hawaii Island: Bold and Beautiful

Hawaii Island has much to offer visitors, from awe-inspiring natural wonders to modern luxury at some of Hawaii's most modern resorts.

The Selfie-Drone: Invasion of the Vacation Snatchers

This next generation of drones are capable of recording breathtaking video footage, but can also be a nuisance for other travelers seeking tranquil moments

36 Hours in Istanbul: Differences Between European and Asian Side

Ceylan Yeginsu, who reports for The Times in Istanbul, answers some questions about the city where she was born and has lived for the last three years

Running in the Wild

Asia’s mountains and jungles provide the terrain for a marathon style that’s growing in popularity

Yellowstone guest asks park rangers to 'train' bears so guests can see them

National park guests want to see wildlife - even if it's not really wild

The World's 30 Friendliest Cities

Hospitality and helpfulness reign at the planet's friendliest cities. These are the 30 most congenial destinations

10 Best Places to Go Snorkeling in the World

Snorkeling is one of the most enjoyable aquatic pursuits for travelers. It's affordable, kid-friendly, and relatively easy to master

Sign of the times? New $10,000-a-night cruise suite is in hot demand

Is there no limit to the amount the wealthy will pay for a cruise cabin? An unprecedented luxury suite planned for Regent Seven Seas' next ship sold out almost as soon as it went on sale

Tropical Storm Erika Prompts Cruise Port Cancellations and Time Changes

At least three cruise lines have been affected by Tropical Storm Erika. Stay tuned for the most up-to-date list of itinerary changes and homeport delays

Airline fare wars return, but they're very targeted

Airline fare wars are making a comeback. Don't expect widespread sales or cheap flights home for Thanksgiving

Airlines start waiving Florida change fees ahead of Erika

Southwest Airlines an American Airlines have issued flexible rebooking policies for some Florida airports as Tropical Storm Erika appears increasingly likely to affect the state

The best desert holidays and tours

The best tours and holidays across the world's most arid destinations, from the Moroccan Sahara to the Atacama Desert in South America

Costa Adeje hotels - Telegraph

The best hotels in Costa Adeje, Tenerife, chosen by our expert, including luxury hotels and cheap hotels

Luxury hotels with a rich historic past

10 luxury hotels converted from buildings that defy time.

Tirana, Breaking Free From Communist Past, Is a City Transformed

The Albanian capital's brightly colored buildings and palpable energy are indicative of the long way the capital has come since the fall of its Communist regime in 1991

Vienna Hotel Is Lavish, Stylish, but Not Stuffy

The Park Hyatt Vienna is in the picturesque Am Hof Square in the first district, a central neighborhood that is a Unesco World Heritage site

The Art of the Out-of-Office Reply

It's August, and vacationers’ email auto-responses are coming in left and right. From the poetic missive to a simple “nope,” saying you’re not working has become its own art form

Italian getaways: The best spots to visit in Venice

Venice is one of those rare places where you really, truly want to get lost

The Most Romantic Restaurants in New York City

We've chosen some of our favorite New York City spots for the perfect weekend evening--or any other night you want to do something special

Tropical Storm Erika Prompts Cruise Port Cancellations

Less than a week after Hurricane Danny forced three cruise lines to reroute ships in the Eastern Caribbean, at least one has been affected by Tropical Storm Erika

Orlando lodging faceoff: Disney, Universal, Legoland

Each of the amusement park heavyweights has a new or renovated hotel to tempt travelers

Natural wonders in the UK: From Giant's Causeway to Durdle Door

Our landscape may not claim many world records but it is one of a kind, born of rare geology and sculpted by the unpredictable weather

How to plan the perfect Dawson City visit

Gold Rush history, streets of clapboard shacks and a quirky character fuelled by friendly locals make this dirt road Yukon charmer - once called the Paris of the North - a bucket list must-do

Airport currency exchange rates can cost travelers big money

You've been kissing as much as 20% of your vacation cash goodbye by exchanging currency in the airport

Airlines fight consumer request to DOT to cap change fees on international tickets

Airlines are fighting a request from a consumer group that asked the Transportation Department to cap change fees on international tickets at $100

MIT study finds airlines could make delays fairer by swapping with each other

If airlines began juggling flight delays among themselves, they could distribute the disruptions more fairly when problems like bad weather strike, according to a study released Wednesday

Baltimore's loss is Tampa's gain in Carnival ship move

The Baltimore-based Carnival Pride will leave the city in early 2017 to offer a series of cruises out of Tampa, Carnival announced on Wednesday

36 Hours in Istanbul, Asian Side

The less-harried Asian side of Istanbul is a greener, cleaner swath of the city that offers its own multicultural mix of Ottoman palaces, intriguing cuisine and hipster nightlife

Diyarbakir: Turkey, but not as we know it

The historic city of Diyarbakir was awarded World Heritage status last month. Terry Richardson, our Turkey expert, offers a guide

Airline fare wars making a comeback as price of oil drops

Airline fare wars are making a comeback

Wine tours: Explore Europe's vineyards by bike, boat or hot-air balloon

As summer turns to autumn, harvest time comes around. And across Europe that means grapes. There are plenty of ways to combine travel and viticulture

10 Best Indonesia Experiences

Discover 10 incredible things to do in Indonesia, from snorkeling a shipwreck in Bali to witnessing ancient funeral rites in Sulawesi

Vanishing act: Cruise ship features that have gone away

Not all of the fancy features on new cruise ships are permanent. See the stuff we miss

Celebrity Cruises Cancels Call at Istanbul

Celebrity Cruises has become the second cruise line to cancel a call at Istanbul. Today the line said Celebrity Reflection's August 31 departure will skip its overnight visit there

Shanghai's new breed of 'speakeasy' bars

Five hidden speakeasy-style bars that hark back to Shanghai's golden era of the 1920s and '30s

Marrakech hotels

The best hotels in Marrakech, chosen by our expert, including luxury hotels, cheap hotels and family-friendly hotels

The Best Travel Headphones

Headphones are a must-pack item whether you're looking for sound quality or peace and quiet. Consider these four versions, which we show off in a Travel Leisure Quick Tips video

There Are More Cruises to Cuba in the Works

With the flags now raised at U.S. and Cuban embassies, the two countries continue to restore relations—and ease tourism restrictions

Airline turns tray tables into flying billboards inches from your face

Tray table ads are arriving in September, in both the tray up and down position

How to have the worst family vacation ever

Family vacations often yield joy and lasting memories. The pitfalls are deep and many, however

Review of Hotel Kyriad Nice Centre Gare

We stayed at the Hotel Kyriad Nice Centre Gare for three nights in mid April 2015. I booked on the ebookers website during a 20% off hotels promotion

Tourists Have Landed in Queens. They’re Staying.

Lonely Planet’s decision to name Queens the top U.S. travel spot of 2015 has buoyed the borough’s promoters, who say it deserves to be a destination in its own right

The world's most unique underwater adventures

A look at some of the most unique and exciting ways to explore the deep blue sea and beyond

Court rules Wyndham Hotel Group will have to fight suit over failure to protect customer data

The Federal Trade Commission says the hotel group left thousands of consumers at risk for online attack

Morning News: Why Frontier Airlines Loves Fees

The new-look Frontier has found business success with ancillary fees, The Wall Street Journal reports

Why You Should Visit 'The Paris of Italy'

Turin is often left off travelers' lists of Italian cities to visit. But this northern charmer has plenty to offer

How Millennials Are Changing the Way Hotels Cater to Travelers

It may be hard to believe, but millennials now make up nearly half of all hotel guests, according to some estimates. And there's no denying that hotels have taken notice

Hidden Gems In The Caribbean

Fortunately some quaint bed-and-breakfasts can be found nestled among the beaches of the Caribbean, and our hotel investigators discovered 10 hidden gems during their recent travels

Bangkok bombing hits Thailand tourism

The bomb in Bangkok that killed 20 earlier this month has led to a 17 percent fall in arrivals to Thailand

Newfoundland offers up rugged landscapes and startling wildlife

If there exists another group of islanders whose preoccupation with the weather is greater than that of the British, then perhaps I have found them

ISIS shows photos of Palmyra ruins blast

Following the destruction of the Baalshamin temple in Palmyra, Syria, ISIS followed up with images of how it blasted the site

Tropical Storm Erika Prompts Cruise Port Cancellations

Less than a week after Hurricane Danny forced three cruise lines to reroute ships in the Eastern Caribbean, at least one has been affected by Tropical Storm Erika

Seven Seas Explorer Cabins to Offer Opulence, Exceptional Space

Today in Genoa, Italy, Regent Seven Seas gave a sneak preview of cabins that will be available onboard Seven Seas Explorer when it debuts in July 2016

Try exotic fruits at these adventurous eateries

You don't have to travel far to taste exotic fruits like black pineapple or Olallieberry

Azul unveils all-you-can-fly Air Passes for travelers from USA

Azul Airlines, the Brazilian start-up launched by JetBlue founder David Neeleman, is offering all-you-can-fly air passes for flights within Brazil

A $1,000 Day in Hong Kong for $100

Skip the Michelin-starred restaurant and the guided tour. Opt for a map and a good pair of walking shoes to take in Hong Kong without all the expense

For History-Minded Tourists, London Marks Blitz Anniversary

This fall, London’s robust tourism industry will commemorate the 75th anniversary of the capital’s time under siege

New Luxury Cruise Through France

The eight-passenger Finesse barge will cruise along France’s River Saône and the Canal du Centre next spring

How to stay safe when renting an Airbnb

More than 50 million guests have rented lodging through the site since it was launched in 2008

How a Travel Agent Works

When people find out what I do for a living, weird things often happen... Some will tilt their heads to one side and ask 'Do Travel Agents still exist?' as if they were magically staring into the eyes of a unicorn

Design Stars: Six Firms Creating the World's Newest Must-See Destinations

T L spotlights six visionary firms whose designs for new urban parks, restaurants, museums, and hotels are transforming cities around the world

The airport spiking food with 'happy hormones'

Gatwick is giving a whole new meaning to the term 'happy meal'

Food festivals of Europe: Tuck into a harvest of delectable autumn treats

Autumn brings a good excuse for gourmet travellers to pack their bags and explore local flavours with a wave of festivals celebrating the season's bounty throughout the UK and across Europe

Airport rooftop terraces: A stroll outside should be the upside of being airside

From Heathrow and Gatwick to Newcastle, Teesside, and Edinburgh, many British airports used to have rooftop terraces

San Pietro, Scunthorpe: Funky with a hint of Sicily

Scunthorpe is not where you would expect to find the UK's 'funkiest bed and breakfast'

13 strange and beautiful Japanese islands you must visit

From a flower-filled heaven for hikers to the country's answer to the Galapagos, these weird and wonderful spots will fill you with wanderlust

Travel taxes are sneakily high and, apparently, increasing

Taxes on items for out-of-towners, such as car rentals and hotel rooms, are higher than taxes for almost anything else

10 New World Heritage Sites That Should Be On Your Bucket List

This summer, UNESCO granted protected status to a wealth of inspiring sites - your bucket list just got longer

Photo tour: A cruise ship built for cool -- literally

Thinking about a trip to Antarctica or the Arctic? Our latest Cruise Ship Tour offers a deck-by-deck look at one of the top-rated vessels sailing to the regions

American Barbecue in Paris

American food used to be a "goofy novelty" to the French, but now they’re tucking into ribs, pork belly and wings, with all the sides

36 Hours in Nashville

Sure, you can still tap your feet to a country beat in Music City, but keep exploring and you'll find everything from enticing shops to a dynamic food scene

Hotel Review: Hotel Croydon in Miami

Among its high-priced neighbors, the Croydon is a reasonably priced, convenient and comfortable option with perks that make choosing it worthwhile

The alternative city guide to Lyon, France

The final instalment of our alternative city guides takes us to stylish, cultural Lyon where redevelopment of the city is creating a southern rival to Paris

Bert's Barges, Hackney, east London: hotel review

A stylishly decorated barge on the Regent's Canal, close to Hackney's contemporary art galleries and nightlife, makes a refreshingly different, if pricey, option for a stay in London

Inside Banksy's 'Dismaland' bemusement park

Bansky describes the twisted take on Disneyland an "alternative to the sugar-coated tedium of the average family day out. Or just somewhere a lot cheaper"

Lost wonders of the world

Following the partial destruction of the Unesco World Heritage site of Palmyra in Syria by Isil, we look at other lost wonders and attractions

10 Travel Money Mistakes to Avoid

To avoid spending more than you have to during a trip, check out these 10 money mistakes to avoid while traveling

Five myths about adventure travel

What is adventure travel? Depending upon whom you ask, the answer might be surfing off the coast of Peru, biking in the South of France or taking a hike with the kids in Acadia National Park

The surprising second lives of prisons

These former jails have been transformed into everything from luxury hotels to concert halls and wedding venues

American Airlines to pull out of Israel in January

US Airways is pulling out of Israel, saying it was never able to consistently make money on its flights between Philadelphia and Tel Aviv

Czech airline flight attendants announce 3-day strike

Travelers flying on Czech carrier CSA Czech Airlines face possible strike-related disruptions this week. Flight attendants at the Prague-based airline have announced a three-day strike

Crystal to extend free WiFi to all guests

Crystal Cruises has extended free wi-fi service to all guests, although there will be daily caps on free usage

Hurricane Danny Affects Cruise Itineraries

Cruise lines are affected by Hurricane Danny, the first hurricane to hit the Atlantic this season

How to travel abroad safely in the age of terrorism

Don't stop traveling - just travel smart

10 Quintessentially Scottish Hotels

There’s so much to do in Scotland that you could spend weeks touring from the Borders to the Highlands. Don't leave behind the Scottish experience when you lodge for the night

How Bus Travel Is About to Transform France

A new law has jump-started the French bus industry, and travelers will reap the benefits

A Cuba Travel Boom Could Hurt Other Caribbean Destinations

As U.S. travelers go to Cuba, other islands may take a hit

Where Yeats spoke with ghosts

Alice Miller travels through Ireland, from Sligo to Dublin, following in the footsteps of one of the greatest poets of the 20th Century

No one tells you how great Romania's food is (OK, we will)

From a rich goulash to sour cherry marmalade-filled

South America: Natural wonders range from a Chilean desert to an Argentine glacier

Fall is still weeks away, but it already feels like summer is winding down. Keep the good times going by planning a trip to South America. When the chill hits here, it's just heating up there

In Indonesia, Many Islands and Many Faces

From Papua to Bali, this sprawling country offers beauty, intimacy and great deals for travelers

Getting Creative With Small Hotel Rooms

Niki Leondakis, the chief executive of Commune Hotels and Resorts, is preparing to launch Tommie, a chain of affordable hotels for those in search of creative accommodations

30 places in Europe you must see before you die

The ultimate collection of places to see and things to do within five hours of London, from Gaudi's Barcelona to the lakes of Slovenia

Europe River Cruise Season Returning to Normal After Tough Climate Conditions

Water levels on the most heavily trafficked European rivers are slowly returning to normal after drought conditions through July and August racked up dozens of river cruise cancellations and itinerary changes

Crystal Esprit Reveals Cruise Shore Excursions, Some Complimentary

Crystal's new Crystal Yacht Cruises has announced details of the shore excursion program for its 62-passenger luxury yacht, Crystal Esprit

Scandinavian airline SAS expands in USA, adds two new cities

Scandinavian carrier SAS is expanding in the USA, announcing three new routes to U.S. destinations. The carrier plans to begin flying between Los Angeles and Stockholm in March with one daily round-trip

Top 10 Foodie Destinations Around the World

Although we all love the excitement of visiting a new city and taking in all the new sights, food is quite possibly the most exciting part about travelling

36 Hours in Burlington, Vermont

The state’s largest city is a great place to walk — or bike or hike or sail. And then sample the locovore fare

Food and Wine News: Vineyard Walks, an Ex-Gangster Talks

What you need to know if you’re on a trip or planning one soon, including new outposts of a New York City restaurant and a new Irish-American project in Chicago

Take the kids to - Eden Project, near St Austell, Cornwall

The world's largest indoor rainforest certainly delivers the wow factor, but the focus on fun and educational activities, sustainability and healthy food also helps to create a great family-friendly excursion

Running Horses, Mickleham, Surrey: hotel review

It's right in the London commuter belt and is run by a large brewery but this old inn gets top marks for a stylish revamp and is tapping in to a surprisingly diverse clientele

Disney Cruise Line reveals new alcohol policy

Disney said it will seize and store any alcohol

Consumer group accuses Delta of shaming customers into buying pricier tickets

Have you ever felt pressured into buying a more expensive airplane ticket?

Science Says It's Totally OK To Spend All Your Money On Travel

Who you are is where you've been

11 Best Poland Experiences

In this slideshow, we'll send you on unique experiences all around Poland -- from culinary adventures to an underground wonderland made completely of salt. Discover the best things to do in Poland

Travel agents make comeback as trip consultants

Not long ago travel agents were considered a thing of the past, but now they are making a comeback

5 lies you need to stop believing about the lion cub petting industry

5 truths about the petting industry and its direct link to the canned lion industry

5 reasons to visit Zambia now

Zambia is relaxing its visa restrictions for international visitors, so there's rarely been a better time to explore the country

Qantas records $409 million profit after $2.6 billion loss

Qantas Airways posted a 557 million Australian dollar ($409 million) full-year profit on Thursday in a dramatic turnaround since it recorded a $2.6 billion loss in the previous year

'Top Chef' to lead shore excursions on Celebrity sailing

You’ll continue to find celebrity chefs on Celebrity Cruises with the line extending its "Top Chef at Sea" partnership with the Bravo Media show into 2016

Emirates One and Only Wolgan Valley hotel, Australia: review

Emirates One and Only Wolgan Valley is Blue Mountains hotel offering luxurious all-inclusive stays, opportunities to encounter plenty of wildlife around the sprawling on-site reserve, a spa, and swimming pools in the spacious suites, situated between two national parks and three hours' drive from Sydney

Hotels Bring Live Music in Unexpected Places

With Beyoncé on a harp and violinists in a spa, hotels are breaking out live music for their guests

Take one last dip: The 20 most visited water parks in the USA

Ready to get wet one final time this summer? These are the most popular places for a swim

5 Exotic Beaches You Can Visit Without a U.S. Passport

No passport? No problem! These world-class beaches in exotic locales don't require anything more complicated than a flight to get there and enjoy

Have tofu, will travel: Best cruises for vegans

When it comes to feeding vegans on vacation, cruise lines are surprisingly well prepared

The world's best palace hotels

As the historic Palace of Versailles announces plans to open a hotel, we round up the most incredible palace hotels around the world

My new attitude to travel is to skip the iconic - and I thank my father for that

A lot of travel can be about pretending to like monuments and sights that you don't really enjoy, but my father, the reluctant traveller, has shown me that what matters is only doing the things you are genuinely interested in

Lanzarote's beautiful cactus garden

At the Jardín de Cactus, designed by César Manrique, over 1,100 species of cacti fill a disused quarry amid the island's otherworldly, volcanic landscape

Costa Cruises Cancels Remaining 2015 Port Calls in Turkey

Costa Cruises is suspending the remainder of its stopovers in Turkey for the 2015 season

Will Airbnb Be the Death of Hostels?

Airbnb and other new forms of lodging are changing the face of budget travel. Here's how—and what it means for the hosteling culture

Réunion Island, Linked to Malaysian Plane, Makes Most of Moment

Playing any part in one of modern aviation’s most enduring mysteries — even if it’s a small side role — may not make the best tourism advertisement. But when plane debris from the Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 that vanished last year washed up on the shores of Réunion Island recently, Sarah Hugon-Manglou was determined to make the most of the moment

Experience Europe as it once was in rural Romania

Romania's Transylvania and Maramures are lands of medieval towers, picturesque monasteries and villages, and wonderful hospitality

Seattle's passenger numbers soar, but what about those security lines?

Four million passengers passed through Seattle-Tacoma International Airport in June, breaking a monthly record set in 2014 but straining services and creating long lines at security

American to operate charter flights between Los Angeles and Cuba

American Airlines announced Tuesday that it will begin flying charter flights from Los Angeles to Havana

Just How Tall Can Roller Coasters Get?

On a giga coaster, altitude, rather than speed, has become the defining characteristic. We tested four of them

Exploring Kentucky Bourbon at Its Source

In the center of horse country, distilleries have made a comeback and tourism is on the rise

Top 5 casino hotels around the world

From Las Vegas to Monaco, these luxurious resorts pair exhilarating casino action with top-flight amenities and family-friendly attractions that kids and adults can enjoy

Software upgrade at radar facility possible source of malfunction that delayed flights

A technical problem at an air traffic control center in Virginia that caused hundreds of flights to be delayed or canceled along a large swath of the East Coast was possibly caused by a software malfunction

Bangkok bomb: Questions and Answers for travellers - is the city safe?

An explosion in central Bangkok has left 20 dead, including four foreigners, raising fears about tourist safety in the city

Successfully seeking blissful relaxation in rural Languedoc

Long before guests were paying to stay at Mas de la Rivoire, close to the village of Villevieille in southern France, the ivy-clad stone building at the heart of this secluded property provided accommodation for farm workers

10 of the best ways to enjoy Berlin - on a budget

See fine art and classical music for free, eat great-value street food and stay in cheap but very stylish hostels. Here are 10 ways to have a brilliant time in Berlin

Germany's top 25 attractions

The German National Tourist Board has just released statistics on the most popular attractions in the country

Lonely Planet reveals the best tourist attractions in the world

The Temples of Angkor in Cambodia have been named the best sight in the world by Lonely Planet

The difference between a stopover and layover, and why you should care

While the layover and stopover sound the same, it can pay off to know the difference if you want to extract added value from your miles

Rick Steves: Epic history, low prices make Warsaw worth a visit

Warsaw, the capital of Poland, doesn't appear at the top of many European travelers' wish lists. But that's just one reason you may want to visit

Royal Caribbean: Harmony of the Seas to have huge waterpark

The world’s largest cruise ship, Royal Caribbean’s Harmony of the Seas, promises to deliver splashy fun when it sets sail next May with a grand-scaled water park

Royal Caribbean to Boost Singapore Cruises and Fly-Cruise Passengers

Royal Caribbean is set to promote cruising out of Singapore to more passengers from other countries

The Local Airport, by Any Other Name

A growing number of smaller airports coping with declining traffic are changing their names as airline consolidation funnels fliers to major hubs

Disney announces 'Star Wars' themed lands for Florida, California parks

Disney theme parks have their sights on a galaxy far, far away

10 Great American Hikes Anyone Can Do

Hiking is the most democratic of American pastimes: Almost everyone can do it, and there's no special equipment necessary. All you need is a pair of sturdy, comfortable shoes and a spirit of discovery

The alternative city guide to Gothenburg, Sweden

The fourth in our series of guides to Europe's alt cities takes us to Gothenburg, which has spruced up its once rundown neighbourhoods and reinvented itself to show off the best of cutting-edge Swedish design, food and music

Inn on the Square, Keswick, Cumbria: hotel review

This smart new hotel in the Lake District offers a good night's sleep, but bling furnishings, slow service and added costs take the shine off a stay here

Hannah's: Is this Britain's coolest Bed and Breakfast?

Fiona Duncan checks into a luxury bed and breakfast with style, personality and the wow factor

5 cool ways to celebrate the wonder of human flight

Flying isn't perfect, but it's come a long way. Here are five cool ways to celebrate the wonder of flight on National Aviation Day

How to do Scandinavia on a budget

While vacationing here can be a stress on your wallet, there are ways to keep your costs down

Holland America Adds New Suite Perks

Passengers staying in Holland America's Pinnacle, Neptune, Vista and Signature Suites will soon receive new amenities

7 extreme methods cities and countries are trying to keep tourists in check

Let's face it, tourists can be really annoying

Photo tour: Cruising to adventure on the Nordstjernen

Looking for an offbeat way to explore the world's northernmost areas? Our latest Cruise Ship Tour offers a deck-by-deck look at the 150-passenger Nordstjernen

Airbus finalizes record 250-jet order for its A320neo

Airbus finalized a blockbuster order from Indian budget carrier IndiGo for 250 A320neo jets, the jetmaker announced Monday. IndiGo and Airbus agreed to a preliminary order for the jets last year, but the deal has now been firmed up

Gap-year adventures

Amid the congratulations and commiserations of A-Level results day, thoughts may have turned to the big question: what next? For those not going straight into higher education or a career, the options are endless - as long as you can afford it

Grand Hyatt Playa del Carmen: Mexico's Mayan Riviera makes waves

Whether it's the suites that "float" over Mamitas Beach, the stunning open-air lobby set in mangrove forest, or the Mayan-inspired spa where you can peer down into a pool that resembles a cenote (sink hole), there's an air of luxury at the Grand Hyatt not yet seen in Playa del Carmen

Finding the Other, Cheaper Side of Bali

Avoiding the tourist crowd meant heading away from southern Bali’s two tourist epicenters

Can a Hotel Robot Read a ‘Do Not Disturb’ Sign?

Several hotels and at least one cruise ship have been experimenting with machines that can handle guest check-in, store bags, deliver extra towels or mix a drink at the bar

7 things Americans should know about travel to Cuba

With the U.S. and Cuba set to restore full diplomatic relations next week, many Americans rightfully wonder what's really changed for travelers

Top 10 European canyons for walking trips

These accessible gorges provide stunning views and great walking adventures without requiring the visitor to climb high peaks

Vivid green pesto, great wine and fabulous walks - Genoa is a city of indulgence for Nicholas Walton

A historian's favourite places to eat, walk, stay - and try onion chocolate - in this historic port city

Zagreb travel tips: where to go and what to see in 48 hours

There's more to Croatia than the coast - its medieval capital is crammed with cultural curiosities and green spaces that salute summer

The best boat hotels in London, Liverpool and Europe

Drift off to sleep while floating on water

TripAdvisor's most unexpected popular attractions

Everyone has heard of Central Park, the Art Institute of Chicago and the Vegas Strip - All three are among the most popular attractions in New York, Chicago and Las Vegas, according to TripAdvisor's rankings. But as travelers increasingly rely on each other for advice on where to go and what to do, some unusual attractions are popping up near the top of the list

British cops sent to monitor their own drunken citizens on party-happy Spanish islands

Two British police officers have been sent to monitor the behavior of their own citizens on the Spanish islands of Mallorca and Ibiza

Does Amtrak's rewards program tune-up do more harm than good for riders?

We'll take the free wi-fi (in 6 years???), but is the rest of Amtrak's big news good or bad?

Royal Caribbean Revamps Shore Tour Program

Royal Caribbean is revamping its shore excursion program to appeal to passengers' special interests from adventure to family and food to animals

Crystal Cruises reveals details on river plans

Los Angeles-based luxury line Crystal Cruises plans to launch its first European river cruises in March 2017 with two yacht-like, all-suite river ships, the line said

Now on United's app: Dynamic, interactive terminal maps

Are you one of those passengers who constantly gets turned around in airport terminals? Or are you never sure if your gate is close enough to give you time to stop and grab a bite?

For 'safety': Uzbekistan Air to begin weighing passengers

Uzbekistan Airlines says it will begin weighing passengers - along with their carry-on bags - as part of an effort to "ensure flight safety"

36 Hours in Berlin

Summertime highlights, when Berliners head outdoors, include a boat tour, riverside restaurants and evenings enjoying the view from a rooftop playground

Beijing Hotels to Benefit From Olympic Boom

Taking stock of Beijing’s hotels, which new properties to expect ahead of the Winter Games in 2022

William Shatner will host 'Star Trek's' first-ever official cruise

Shatner says he's excited about the enterprise

The Microbreweries Revolutionizing India's Beer Scene

A few dedicated entrepreneurs are combining European and North American styles with Indian ingredients to brew a whole new beer scene in India

23 Overlooked European Cities

Everybody loves a European adventure. But when we are going abroad we tend to overlook smaller cities for enduring favorites like Paris, London, Venice and Rome

Is Curbside Check-In the Best Thing You're Not Using?

Here's why it might be time to seriously consider the curbside option

The Zetter Townhouse, Marylebone, London

Inside Marylebone's newest townhouse hotel, where imaginative cocktails meet Sir John Soane style

Quebec City Travel Guide - Quebec City Travel Tips and Reviews

Considered a bit of France sans attitude, Quebec City is a North American metropolis with an Old World, European feel

Cash to burn? These vacations cost up to $250,000

Ever wonder how to vacation like the rich and famous? Check out these priciest vacations

In Hawaii, where to swim with and learn about manta rays, gentle giants of the ocean

It may seem like your worst nightmare: a primeval underwater monster swimming straight toward you, its huge, ugly mouth wide open. But the manta rays are gentle giants

Emirates to take title of 'world's longest flight' with new Panama service

Emirates will soon overtake Qantas for the title of the world's longest airline route. he carrier announced on Thursday that it will add nonstop service from its Dubai hub to Panama City, Panama

MSC Changes Water Policy for North American Passengers on Europe Cruises

MSC Cruises has changed its water policy in preparation to re-enter the North American market with the return of MSC Divina to Florida and the arrival of MSC Seaside

Tauck River Cruises to Double Family Capacity in 2017

Tauck River Cruises is expanding its Tauck Bridges family river cruise program in 2017

Snapchat now has 'Travel Mode' to prevent it from sucking up all your data

With Travel Mode toggled on, users now instead have to click on what they want to see to download it

Inside Dolly Parton's new DreamMore hotel and resort

Now, visitors can stay at the resort for a convenient and lively trip to Dollywood

Forget a second home on land: More cruise ships offering vacation residences

If you are struggling to find a property or piece of land of your own, it might be time to look to new horizons - on the ocean

Legoland first theme park to have own currency listed on exchange board

The Legoland Florida Resort will be the first theme park to have its official money listed on a currency exchange board

Cosy becomes cool: five great cabins to rent in the UK

Whether its cabins, huts, pods or even yabins (yurt cabin, naturally), small is currently beautiful when it comes to glamping rentals. As the site cabinly.co.uk prepares to launch we pick five little joints where you can try out the downsizing dream

Adventures in Barcelona: a day trip escape for inspiring city views

Montserrat natural park is a peaceful mountainous area with hiking trails, spectacular scenery and an ancient abbey, less than an hour from the city

The Silk Road's architectural oasis

With a history stretching back more than 2,000 years, the Uzbekistani city of Khiva is a bustling oasis packed full of exquisite architecture from its Silk Road heyday

Why You Sleep Better On Vacation, According To Science

When a friend recently told me about her upcoming trip to Mexico, I couldn't help feeling jealous. Not just because she'd be staying near Mayan ruins, but because of the incredible sleep I knew she'd be getting

11 Insanely Beautiful Small Towns From Around The World

Sure, we love big, bustling cities. But there's something to be said for small towns where life moves slower, traditions are everywhere and the people stop to say hello

5 Cruise Amenities Both Kids And Adults Will Love

Cruise lines sure know how to make life a breeze when sailing on the high seas. Family pools and supervised children's programs keep kids (and parents) happy while adults are pampered with spas, bars and pools that are off-limits to minors. And that's just the tip of the iceberg

VAT revolt as thousands refuse to show boarding passes to airport shops

Thousands of passengers say they will no longer show their boarding passes at the checkout after it was revealed shops are using the information to claim back VAT

10 reasons to book a trip to Beautiful Barbados

Barbados enchants visitors with its mix of colonial-era attractions and natural beauty

A whisky journey through Edinburgh

As Whisky Ambassador for Balmoral Hotel, Fraser Robson helps guests figure out what they want to try, and thus knows all the best places to wet your whistle

Airline complaints climb 20% in first half of 2015

WASHINGTON - Airline passengers are filing a lot more complaints against the carriers as the rate of flight delays also grew, according Transportation Department statistics released Tuesday

World's Best Multisensory Restaurants

Restaurants are experimenting with smells, sounds and textures to show how "off plate" elements play a role in flavor

Big Game Hunting Is Also Big Business for Wealthy Few

The killing of Cecil the lion has shed a spotlight on safari hunts, an elite pursuit with a price tag of tens of thousands of dollars

In Quebec, Creativity Fuels Neighborhood Revivals

In St.-Roch and other neighborhoods outside the walls of Quebec’s Old City, creativity blooms, at galleries, restaurants and beyond

Hotel Digest: A Four Seasons in Seoul, Spa News and More

What you need to know if you’re on a trip or planning one soon, including the first Four Seasons hotel in Seoul, spa options at New York’s Park Hyatt and ayurveda treatments at Peninsula Hotels

Armani’s Four-Story Wardrobe

The newly opened Armani/Silos is practically a temple to the prolific Italian designer

Save your data: Cheap ways to text and call while traveling

Here are some services that can help you save big and keep you connected while traveling

The Hotel Report: The Ritz Paris Is Now Taking Reservations

Your weekly roundup of the best of what’s new, what’s coming up, and what we can’t wait for in the world of hotels

One Trip, Five Tips: Visiting Lhasa, Tibet

Any trip to Tibet should begin with its spiritual and political capital, where these five attractions will have you falling in love with the "roof of the world"

Train travel in the US: Boston airport, Amtrak, and the Empire Builder

Boston is an exception to the rule that the US doesn't "get" public transport. The Massachusetts state capital is one of only two cities I know of (the other being Geneva) where everyone arriving at the airport is invited to travel free of charge to anywhere in the urban area

Top 10 New York Shopping Spots

Get the top 10 New York , NY shopping. Read the 10Best New York shopping reviews

Luxury cruises: 12 incredible rooms on the ocean

Featuring Jacuzzis and grand pianos, these are 12 of the most luxurious suites at sea

Frontier is latest airline to do away with toll-free customer service number

For decades, travelers have been able to count on a toll-free customer-service phone numbers to contact their airlines. But those numbers are fading away at the nation's emerging "ultra-low-cost carriers" as more people use cellphones

Harmony of the Seas to Feature Comedy Club, 10-Story Water Slide and More

Royal Caribbean's third Oasis-class ship, Harmony of the Seas, will feature a comedy club, 10-story water slide, Bionic Bar and two-deck Wonderland restaurant when it debuts in 2016

Costa Rica: new flights open up this Central American beauty

As the Pacific flirts with a dazzling beach of silky white sand, a few yards inshore a monkey swings playfully from a palm to taunt the tourists. Deeper into the pocket-sized Manuel Antonio National Park, the traveller can find dramatic waterfalls and rare creatures such as the three-toed sloth

Why did Norwegian drop "Iron Chef"?

Norwegian Cruise Line said its deal with celebrity chef Geoffrey Zakarian has ended

Need a Taxi to the Airport? Options Expanding Beyond Uber

With new services like Bandwagon and Tripda, and others expanding, there are more ways than ever to hire a car or share a ride in many cities

Help for Delayed Travelers Loath to Leave Money on the Runway

For a fee, a handful of companies will help travelers whose flights are delayed or canceled receive the payments to which they are entitled

Nagasaki's new dawn

Exactly 70 years after Nagasaki was devastated by the atom bomb, Chris Leadbeater discovers a city with peace at its heart

Britain's theme parks: a summer guide

A guide to Britain's theme parks, including Alton Towers, Thorpe Park, Legoland, Blackpool Pleasure Beach and Paultons

Where the white spirit bear roams

Richer in terrestrial and aquatic life than any other region on Earth, Canada's remote Great Bear Rainforest is a magical - and threatened - land

As cruise lines drop Bayport, terminal faces another empty period

Less than three years after Port of Houston commissioners authorized millions of dollars in incentives to lure a pair of cruise lines to its long-empty Bayport Cruise Terminal, the two operators have decided to move on and leave the loading docks deserted again

The alternative city guide to Leipzig, Germany

The third in our series of guides to Europe's alt cities takes us to a former GDR metropolis being revitalised by artists

Running Horses, Mickleham, Surrey: hotel review

It's right in the London commuter belt and is run by a large brewery but this old inn gets top marks for a stylish revamp and is tapping in to a surprisingly diverse clientele

9 Unique Drink Experiences Around the World

Visit a coffee plantation or tea estate, learn to make beer, or even go on a wine safari! Discover nine unique drink experiences around the world

Ireland's Ashford Castle offers a chance to stay in Victorian elegance

Renovated castle is decked out from floor to ceiling in true Victorian decor

So long, LAN and TAM; Airlines will soon fly under LATAM brand

The clock is ticking for LAN Airlines of Chile and Brazil's TAM. Those two iconic South American airline brands will soon disappear with the merging carriers rebranding all of their combined operations

Popular landmarks that ban selfie sticks and social media

Sometimes you just have to leave the camera in the hotel room

Oceania to Cuba? Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Applies for License

Will Oceania Cruises head to Cuba in the next year or so? The answer is yes, if the cruise line's parent company has its way

In North Dakota, Boom, Bust and Oil

North Dakota’s northwest region, which has seen Native Americans, Lewis and Clark and settlers come and go, is home to the state’s latest oil boom

At Givenchy’s Men’s Shop in Paris, the Two Sides of Riccardo Tisci

Joining the parade of men’s boutiques in the Marais, Givenchy shows off its mix of haute history and sharp detailing

The world's 12 best natural swimming pools

TripAdvisor has rounded up the planet's best bathing spots provided by nature

Walking holidays in Japan: the best mountain hikes to tackle

Japan's hiking boom has resulted in well-signposted and maintained trails, as well as plentiful mountain hut and campsite accommodation

Timor-Leste: what it's like to travel in a land without tourists

Journeying with a contingent of volunteer dentists on a mission, non-dentist Anneli Knight enjoys a road trip around the western side of the new country

The Farmhouse at Mackworth, Derby: hotel review

From post-funeral venue to loud, lively design hotel, the Farmhouse has changed almost beyond recognition

Bargain, not basic: Best cruise ship inside cabins

Inside cabins are a great option for cruisers who don't plan on being in their rooms much

Senate report calls for government crackdown on airline fees

The proliferation of airline fees has become a top gripe for travelers during the past decade. And now the topic has caught the attention of the U.S. Senate

Albion House Hotel, Ramsgate

Soak up the sea air from a Regency renovation

Independent Travel Awards 2015: Travel company

Even in these technologically enabled times, a good tour operator or travel agent offers invaluable expertise, forming complicated itineraries, tweaking trips to fit special needs and ensuring value

How To Pick the Right Travel Rewards Program For You

Factor in the burden of sifting through constantly changing program structures and it's easy to see how choosing the right loyalty program can be a challenge

Los Angeles agrees to give up control of Ontario airport

Los Angeles has agreed to give up LA/Ontario International Airport, returning the struggling complex to local control after three decades and ending a long legal battle

Photo tour: Inside an icon of 1960s cruising

What was cruising like in the 1960s? See for yourself with a deck-by-deck look at one of the icons of the era, Holland

36 Hours in Provence

The Roman-era town of Arles and the medieval walled city of Avignon combine a dense mix of architectural beauty, world-class art and sun-soaked Provençal gastronomy

Touring the New Photo-Friendly White House

The White House public tour has officially entered the modern era, where photography and social media posting are permitted. The reporter went to see for himself

The International Answers to Uber and Lyft

The business of paying to travel from A to B by car is being shaken up by companies like Uber and Lyft, with both grabbing headlines and new investment dollars as their businesses expand

The world's most famous trees

From a bonsai that survived Hiroshima to the oak Elizabeth I sat under when she was handed the throne

The Hotel Bringing a Bit of Sweden to The Hamptons

A Swedish hotel and a Swedish online shopping retailer are partnering to bring wooden clogs, organic beauty products, and unisex raincoats to New York

Marin County: More Than Napa's Opening Act

With its towering redwoods, golden hills, and 72-mile coastline, Marin County is home to some of Northern California's most enchanting landscapes

Next stop Paris: Secrets of France's greatest stations

Travel's romantic spirit lives on in the Paris' grandest train stations, where France's Belle Epoque architecture and 21st-century rail technology meet

DIY: The best self-guided tours in the Caribbean

If you have time, self-guided tours are the best ways to discover the 'real' Caribbean

50 awesome vacation rentals: A great place to stay in every state

Want to see the best vacation rentals in the USA? HomeAway has picked one amazing rental from each state

The 5 Best Beach Camping Spots In America

Few getaways rival a relaxing beach camping escape: roaring bonfires, gorgeous ocean sunrises (or sunsets), and the soothing sound of waves crashing on the beach while you sleep

What is the future of overland travel?

We don't necessarily need new high-speed technology to revolutionize travel. We need to work on what we've already got.

This new website lets you hire a local as a tour guide

A new website, Showaround, more or less gives you a friend in a city where you don't already have one

Dancing With the Stars Program to End on Holland America

After nearly three years on Holland America's fleet, "Dancing With the Stars at Sea" will soon come to an end

Sign of the times? $100,000 cruise nearly sells out in a day

Now we know where the 1% is taking their vacation in 2017: On a cruise ship. Nearly three quarters of cabins on an epic, around-the-world sailing unveiled last month by luxury line Regent Seven Seas were booked within hours of the announcement despite a price tag in excess of $100,000 per couple

Iceland: The Perfect Destination for Solo Travelers

I could only spend four days discovering some of the highlights of Iceland, but my short time in the Land of Fire and Ice convinced me that this is the perfect destination for first-time solo travelers

Amsterdam's 8 Best Markets for Your Every Foodie Find

The city is home to a handful of bustling ones all eager to please your senses and fill you in on day-to-day Amsterdam life

The $4 Billion Dollar Reason Why Airlines Are Debating "Open Skies"

International agreements that have saved travelers billions of dollars are at the heart of an industry-wide debate over the future of global aviation. Here's how to make sense of the conversation

Check Into This Hotel, Walk Out in Louboutins

Christian Louboutin joins forces with Hong Kong-based The Upper House and The Nail Library to offer guests fashionable perks and discounted rates

A romantic escape, above the trees

Although dwindling in number, thousands of fire towers still dot forests across the US. Stay in one during off-season for unparalleled views from high above

Asheville, North Carolina: Alternative living, a thriving craft beer industry, and a lively music scene

"Let your freak flag fly" is the unofficial motto for Asheville; certainly this effulgent North Carolina city feels like a hybrid of Camden Market and Hebden Bridge. In the US, the secret has long been out; Asheville is one of the country's leading tourist destinations and Good Morning America maintained it is one of most beautiful destinations in the nation

The Art of Slow Travel

Have you ever come home from a vacation feeling more exhausted than you were before you left? There's a grassroots movement that's quietly emerging as a solution to tourist burnout: slow travel

Where to get fabulous seafood to pair with Andalusia's fabulous sherries

I knew it would be fascinating to visit bodegas and taste the different wine styles in the Sherry Triangle. But I had no idea I would be eating the best seafood of my life in this part of Andalusia

Whitewater rafting rivers for the adventurous

Get your adrenaline ready for a ride down these raging rapids all around the country

Eco-friendly 1 Hotel Central Park debuts in New York City

There are no "Do Not Disturb" signs at the new 1 Hotel Central Park. Instead, guests leave stones with the words "Now" or "Not now" printed on them outside their doors

Frontier Airlines adds bundled fee package to ticket offerings

Add the new package Frontier Airlines is calling the "WORKS" to your next plane ticket on the low-cost carrier and you’ll get a bundle of popular options previously sold only as a-la-carte add-ons

10 Best Lesser-Known Pacific Islands

Here are the ten best hidden, secret Pacific Islands to explore on a beach vacation

Update: More Europe River Cruises Canceled, Altered Due to Low Water Levels

Low water on the Danube is disrupting river cruise itineraries, forcing cruise lines to cancel cruises, change itineraries and bus passengers between ports and ships in order to complete itineraries

Viking Star Cruise Delayed Due to Engine Repairs

Viking Star, which is currently stranded in Tallinn with engine trouble, will delay its August 8 cruise by two days, according to a company statement posted on the Cruise Critic message boards

How to Vacation Like It’s 1999

There are ways to unplug that don’t require you to downgrade to a CD player. Here are a few suggestions

After Killing of Cecil the Lion, Delta Joins Airline Ban on Game Trophies

The recent killing of a popular lion named Cecil has sparked outrage, but it has also brought to light the role airlines play in transporting trophy kills as cargo

Tuesday’s Digest: Ace Hotel Expands, and Other Hotel News

What you need to know if you’re on a trip or planning one soon, including new Ace hotels in Pittsburgh and New Orleans, a deal in Dubrovnik and popular hotels expanding in Jamaica

Trullo Terrabronzata, Puglia: Not down at heel in southern Italy

When a stranger tells you "Meet me at the graveyard" you do wonder what to think. But in Cisternino, a small Italian town where street names have little meaning and there are few landmarks, the graveyard is a perfectly sensible rendezvous point and - as it turns out - very close to our destination

9 Places You Haven't Visited -- But Should

Touring marquee cities and well-trodden tourists sites has its charm, but some of the most magical travel moments can happen when you discover the hidden gems of the world -- spots that fly under the radar of the average traveler

Travel Immunizations

From parasites to malaria to the H1N1 virus, international travelers are exposed to many serious diseases around the globe -- but it's better to be prepared than scared. Learn about what travel immunizations can protect you on your next trip

Portland's Press Hotel honours the golden age of print

Once home to The Press Herald, this hotel drenches itself in newspaper themes and decor reference

World's coolest bookstores

From Maastricht to Melbourne, these itineraries make bookish travelers look stylish

Nagasaki: A dashing metropolis that has shown remarkable resilience

There is something vastly humbling about standing in the precise place where a nuclear explosion occurred. It does not take me long to find the Hypocentre Park in Nagasaki, but it takes me a few minutes to come to terms with the magnitude of this location

Amazing open-air markets around the world

Truly experience the culinary culture of a destination at these outdoor markets

New paddle wheeler to debut on Columbia and Snake rivers

American Cruise Lines will double its capacity for Columbia River sailings in 2016 with the addition of a second vessel

Norwegian Shuffles Ships, Offers Cruises to Asia and Australia

Norwegian Cruise Line will return to Asia for the first time in 13 years, further solidifying the region as one of the most quickly growing

Airports add local restaurants for fliers seeking unique fare

Airports offer travelers restaurants that reflect the local scene and cuisine

Want to scatter a loved one's ashes abroad? Some travel rules to heed.

When it comes to traveling with cremated remains and later scattering the ashes, seek out the rules from each airline and country

Foreign Language Smartphone Apps for Your Vacation Abroad

Gone are the days when tourists wander around clutching guidebooks with an index of handy phrases. Today there are more convenient ways to facilitate communication

Luxury Hotels in London and Bermuda Offering Signature Liquors

Luxury hotels are getting into spirits, offering private label blends guests can sample at the bar or take home as a memory in a bottle

Sneak peek at Virgin Cruises' first ships

Virgin says its new line will be sassy and non-traditional

Snow Town theme park opens in tropical Thailand

Excited residents of Thailand flocked to experience the joys of snow for the first time at the grand opening of the country's first Snow Town theme park

10 of the best pubs for a summer lunch

'Tis the season for a long alfresco lunch,' and these boozers have lovely gardens or outdoor spaces to enjoy the great pub grub on offer

10 Foods Not to Miss at State Fairs This Summer

State fairs are known for their over-the-top food offerings. Her's a list of the ten best things to seek out

The Best Small Cities In America

All have populations of under 100,000, and often as much to offer as cities ten times their size

Mechanical Issues Keep Viking Star in Tallinn

Viking Ocean Cruises has confirmed that Viking Star remains in Tallinn after a mechanical issue

Art tourism: Hospitality finds itself in the frame

What's the biggest trend in hospitality and tourism just now? Let's ignore all the usual breathless predictions about 'connectivity' and 'web-based interactions,' there's something bigger: art

Rab Island, Croatia: Dip into the Adriatic's royal hideaway

Edward VIII and Wallis Simpson visited Rab for its seclusion

Chefchaouen: Inside Morocco's beautiful blue city

Surrounded on all sides by epic ​m​ountain scenery and with a 500-year-old fortress at its ​center, the city of ​Chefchaouen -- or Chaouen for short -- is becoming a new "it" place on​ Morocco's tourist trail. ​​Yet​ it's not the mountains or the "Game of Thrones" architecture that travelers come in their thousands to see: it's the color

Why urban hotels are turning to beekeeping

That honey in your cocktail? There's a good chance it was made by your hotel's very own bees

British Airways shrinks size of some carry-on bags

Remember in June when the International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced its "Cabin OK" program that proposed airlines adopt new "optimum" dimensions for carry-on bags that were generally smaller?

The fur is flying in pet-people clashes in the skies

Colleen Kaczka is done with pets on planes and their "crybaby" owners. And with good reason

Elsinore in Denmark, Hamlet's 'Home,' Is Having a Renaissance

The collapse of shipbuilding brought hard times, but the town now has cultural venues, public artworks and festivals to augment its time-honored appeal

Hotel Review: The Ludlow in New York City

The hotel wins high marks for its neighborhood feel and is a smart choice for travelers looking for an authentic sense of place away from the crowds

After Cecil the Lion's Killing, U.S. and U.N. Look to Take Action

A deputy chief of law enforcement at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is investigating Walter J. Palmer, an American dentist and hunter

10 Best Austria Experiences

Discover the best things to do in Austria, from visiting a chocolate factory to exploring an ice cave

Adventure holidays: the seven wonders of Wales

From zip wires to a man-made surfing lake, we choose the seven new outdoor wonders of modern-day Wales

Luxury UK beach huts: four of the best seaside chalets

Four of Britain's best chalets by the sea, as chosen by Francesca Syz

New England and Nova Scotia: Explore both destinations on a twin-centre trip

As with their Old World originals, these are two locations that are best combined on a twin-centre trip

La Grande Maison, Bordeaux: A French fancy of the finest vintage

Take a world-famous chef, add a top French winemaker and a theatrical interior designer and unleash them on a 19th-century mansion in the heart of Bordeaux - here you have all the ingredients for one of the most exciting new luxury hotels in France

Burgundy by bike: a wine-tasting weekend

Cyling in rural France is always enjoyable, but on a new trip, Andy Pietrasik also gets to sample several of Burgundy's grands crus along the way

Update: More Europe River Cruises Canceled Because of Low Water Levels

Low water on the Danube is disrupting river cruise itineraries, forcing cruise lines to cancel cruises, change itineraries and bus passengers between ports and ships in order to complete itineraries

Top 5 planning tools for summer travel

Summer is just around the corner, which means many are making plans for their big getaway

Christmas market cruises coming to Mississippi River

Christmas market river cruises, long popular in Europe, are coming to the USA

Here is every route in North America on which you can fly an Airbus A380

Another massive, double decker, "super jumbo" jet will hurtle toward a North American runway in May of 2016 when British Airways launches its newest Airbus A380 route from London Heathrow to Vancouver

Bicycle-inspired art rolls into Denver International Airport

Denver International Airport is celebrating the fifth USA Pro Challenge - a major professional cycling race taking place in Colorado August 17 to 23 - with an exhibition featuring artist-made bicycles and contemporary, bike-themed art

36 Hours in Martha's Vineyard

A Victorian enclave and a popular farmers’ market, lobster on the dock and sunset on the beach are all part of the Vineyard’s endless allure

After Lapses, T.S.A. Will Target Screening in Overhaul

The new leader of the agency said it would retrain thousands of screeners to better detect weapons and also focus on oversight of security badges

Britain's 20 best beaches

The best beaches in Britain and Northern Ireland, including spots on the coasts of Cornwall, Norfolk, Scotland and Wales, with information on watersports, booking accommodation, and where to eat

Five great winter Australian walks

From fern-filled gullies to waterfalls and stunning coastal paths, winter doesn't have to mean staying indoors. These five walks are perfect for a cold, dry day

Treehouse Hotel, Port Lympne Reserve, Kent: hotel review

They're not actually in trees, but new Treehouse suites offer a very stylish option at this Aspinall Foundation safari park

Alaska Airlines testing eye scan, fingerprint tech to replace boarding passes

The airline will scan the eyes and fingerprints of customers when checking their bags, passing through security and even boarding the plane

The Brooklyn Of Every State

Though pockets of it are still holding strong, most of Brooklyn has been swept by a sea of trilby-wearing millennials with waxed beards, who just wanna give back to the neighborhood with an artisanal dog treat shop, you know?

Summer Travel Gadgets

A list of travel gadgets for summer including a solar speaker, a portable battery, compression socks and a water filter

Norwegian Cruise Line Boss Hints at Asia Move; Insists a la Carte Dining is Here to Stay

The boss of Norwegian Cruise Line has revealed a new focus on Asia, hinting the line could place a ship aimed at the Asian market in the region

Google's new feature lets you know when local businesses are busiest

If you're tired of spending hours of valuable time in a new city waiting in line trying to get into some trendy local spot before it's time to go home, Google has your back

Rocky Mountain National Park: Why do we love it?

Asking visitors why they love Rocky Mountain National Park is liable to produce some befuddled looks. Is it the snow-capped mountains? The roaring rivers and babbling brooks?

River line boss: Demand soaring on Pacific Northwest's Columbia

You're not alone if you're thinking about a cruise on the Columbia River. The American Queen Steamboat Company says interest is high this year in sailings on the waterway, the largest in the Pacific Northwest

6 tips for beating hidden hotel budget killers

Hidden hotel budget killers are easy to beat with a bit of know-how

Airlines Give In-Flight Entertainment Options an Update

From Wi-Fi to "Game of Thrones" to touch-screen remotes, new options for passengers explode as the digital age comes to the cabin lorem

Neighborhoods: African-American history, museums, restaurants and more in Harlem

Decades of African-American history have made Harlem one of America's most famous neighborhoods

The Hotel Report: Turks and Caicos Residences Get a Thom Filicia Touch

The luxury market in Turks and Caicos has expanded with The Residences, a trio of four- and five-bedroom private homes underneath the Grace Bay Resorts aegis

5 Things You Must Do in Stockholm

The strategies, advice, and tips you need to know before you go, from travelers who learned on the road

San Francisco trials anti-urine paint

Men who find themselves caught short while out in the city may be in for a surprise

Top 10 hotels in Vancouver

Hotels that celebrate the arts, history and the best in local food and drink

Agatha Christie's Devon

As Devon prepares to celebrate the writer's 125th anniversary, Chris Moss does some detective work of his own

The world's longest cruises

There can be few simpler ways to tick off as many countries as possible than by boarding a world cruise

Van Gogh anniversary: Museums, trails and celebrations

Today marks 125 years since the artist's death, and Europe remains full of places where you can follow in his footsteps

Independent travel for a blind person: Don't think you can't see the world

When I was four, doctors broke the news to my parents that by the age of 18, I would become incurably blind. They were right. I lost 95 per cent of my sight during my teens. But after spending a year of my university life away in Canada, I dreamt of seeing the world. The experience had whet my appetite for adventure and I was eager to explore

This museum lets you take a peek into the South's culinary attic

The Southern Food and Beverage Museum in New Orleans' reemerging Central City is reminiscent of a huge attic filled with things that explain a unique cuisine and culinary heritage

What if a strike cancels your European flight?

Last week two of the nation's busiest airports were nearly shut down by a labor action at the height of the summer travel season

Another billionaire jumps into the cruise business

Move over Micky Arison and Philip Anschutz. The cruise world's new richest person is Francois-Henri Pinault. Bloomberg News reports that the French mogul is buying small-ship line Ponant from private equity

Boutique Hostels Are Giving Travelers New Options

The new world of upscale hostels, bridging the gap between backpacker basic and four-star chic, are in prime spots, offering affordable rooms with amenities lorem

Where to Go in Ballston Spa, New York

The village has its mineral springs, but also young artisans and entrepreneurs who have decamped here after being priced out of nearby Saratoga Springs

Mac and Cheese Fest in Chicago to Expand This Year

There will be more macaroni, more cheese and one more Golden Noodle Award at this year’s event

5 extreme hotels around the world

If your idea of an unforgettable vacation includes igloos, yak hair tents or underground cave dwellings, you may want to consider reserving a room at one of these extreme hotels from around the world

When students, scholars are drawn to conflict zones, colleges are torn between risk and reward

Colleges across the U.S. are debating whether it's safe to let students and faculty study in areas of conflict

The most important cruise ship launches of 2015

Find out the biggest launches of this year

The Temple of Diana, Shropshire: A grand folly in Weston Park

Staying in grand country house hotels is all very well, but you might find the real treat hiding in the grounds. At Weston Park, a 17th- century estate swathed in the landscaping of Capability Brown, a summer house began welcoming guests for self- catering stays earlier this month

Stress-free Greece: 5 great yoga retreats

The Greek financial crisis is sending anxiety levels sky high. These oases of calm bring them back down to Earth

10 of the best ways to enjoy New York - on a budget

New York is the most expensive city in the US but our guide to cheap and even free sightseeing, ferry trips and world-class museums, plus affordable accommodation, make it possible to visit on a budget

10 Travel Apps Even Non-Tech Road Warriors Will Love

These uber fun travel apps will have even the most non-tech road warriors excited about their smartphones

Pearl Seas Announces Cuba Cruise Itineraries

Luxury line Pearl Seas Cruises announced a series of seven- to 10-night cruises to Cuba onboard the 210-passenger Pearl Mist starting in spring 2016

Detroit: Rebuilding and ready for a comeback

Signs of a rebuilt Detroit are popping up all over, making for a great time to visit

Coming soon on Delta: Upgrades to private jets

Delta Air Lines is about to up the ante on frequent-flier upgrades. The carrier is rolling out a new program that will give its elite frequent-fliers to buy an "upgrade" to a private jet flight

New York reveals $4 billion plan for a new LaGuardia airport

Plan calls for a unified terminal that more than doubles operational space for airliners

A Tasting Tour of Yorkshire's Beers and Ales

Exploring the world of local brews that feel as much a part of the region as its moors and old textile mills

More Fees Propel Airlines' Profits, and Embitter Travelers

Bag fees, flight-change fees, special seat requests, first-class upgrades: Profit margins for nonticket add-ons can be as high as 80 percent, says one analyst

Albania: the best-kept secret in the Mediterranean?

Caroline Shearing steps back in time on a day trip to Albania, and finds a warm welcome, sublime seafood and Butrint, one of Europe's most important archaeological sites

Weird and wonderful things to see on a Russian river cruise

Russia's attractions may well seem esoteric to the British traveller, but there is a constant allure in the world's largest country, especially travelling on its waterways, which allow visitors to move at a relaxed pace its notorious roads may not allow

The alternative city guide to Turin, Italy

We head to Turin, where a new generation has transformed the old factory city into the beating heart of Italy's progressive music, food and arts scenes

10 Best Argentina Experiences

From the vineyards of Mendoza to the tango halls of Buenos Aires, learn about the most unique experiences in Argentina

This New App Could Revolutionize Airport Eating

AirGrub is an app that lets you order food before you've even landed at the airport

14 New Beach Hotels to Book Right Now

From a six-bedroom villa on Anguilla to a chill-pad on New York’s Shelter Island, (and spanning France and Bali too), here are 15 brand-new boutique hotels where you can stay just steps from the sand

China's other 'Forbidden City': Guilin's Jingjiang

It's just as magnificent as its more famous Beijing rival -- but without the crowds

Gear: A pretty pill case makes having to carry meds a little easier to swallow

If you take medications and rely on those ugly seven-day med holders (the ones with SMTWTFS stamped across the snap-open compartments), aesthetic help is at hand

Singapore Botanic Gardens colorfully connects people with plants

Singapore Botanic Gardens, a UNESCO World Heritage site, has more than 10,000 types of plants, including a large orchid collection

Norwegian Cruise Line Says Goodbye to Iron Chef Geoffrey Zakarian and other Cruise News

Norwegian Cruise Line Says Goodbye to Iron Chef Geoffrey Zakarian plus more cruise industry news from the week

KLM gives sneak-peek of its Boeing 787 'Dreamliner'

Dutch carrier KLM isn't set to receive its first Boeing 787 "Dreamliner" until this fall, but the carrier teased the arrival of its new jet on Friday by releasing several images of the aircraft decked out in its signature color scheme

Airlines and Hotels Push Against Online Travel Agencies

There's a big battle brewing between the online travel agencies - such as TripAdvisor, Expedia, and many others - and the airlines and hotels

How to plan a vacation with special needs kids

If you're the parent to a child with special needs (like me) travel takes on a whole different dimension

Popes, kings, presidents and now tourists enjoy Rome palace

Starting in late June, tourists have been able to do what eluded Napoleon: step foot inside and stroll through sumptuous salons where popes sought to dazzle ambassadors and, later, where kings and queens entertained royalty in opulent fashion

15 NYC Ice Cream Spots Churning Out Interesting Flavors

Between the humidity and the heat, New Yorkers have but a handful of options to turn to for summertime relief. Luckily for city denizens, local ice cream shops are at the forefront of a flavor revolution to offer some cool respite

Hotel Review: The Andaz Tokyo Toranomon Hills in Tokyo

Seductively stylish with a distinct sense of place, this hotel hits every mark with ease

A Hundred Cities Within Seoul

Exploring the South Korean city with a filmmaker, a novelist, a designer and a musician who reveal keys to comprehending this place of ceaseless transformation

10 reasons to visit Bosnia and Herzegovina

Two decades ago it was ravaged by conflict. Today it's one of the most exciting destinations in Europe

Istanbul hotels: A former 1920s tobacco factory, a former bank, and a former inn for merchants

There's a no-photos rule at this photogenic club, membership to which is awarded only to creative-minded people. There are bedrooms attached to the club, and prospective guests are checked out by the reservations team to ensure they're of the right "mindset" lorem

10 Best Apps for Road Trips

Summer in America means cookouts, beaches, fireworks, vacation time … and road trips. Millions of road warriors hit the highways every summer, and if you're among them then you'll want to be prepared for anything

Messner's sixth mountain museum, designed by Zaha Hadid, opens

A striking museum on top of Mount Kronplatz in South Tyrol, and offering remarkable views of the Dolomites, will welcome its first paying guests tomorrow

Carnival Corp. Explores China-Specific Cruise Line and New Ships, Adds to Asia Capacity

In a push to beef up its presence in China, Carnival Corp. is considering a joint venture with China Merchants Group and China State Shipbuilding Corporation that could result in a dedicated Chinese cruise brand, according to a statement issued by Carnival Corp

New luxury river ship to debut in Myanmar

There soon will be another option for upscale cruises on Myanmar's Ayeyarwady River

Southwest eager for Texas expansion despite Dallas dispute

Southwest Airlines is eager to expand in its home state of Texas, but that might be easier in Houston than in Dallas

DOT to investigate airlines for gouging after Amtrak crash

Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx launched an investigation Friday into whether five airlines gouged travelers on ticket prices after an Amtrak crash in Philadelphia

Loews Sapphire Falls Resort becomes Universal Orlando's fifth hotel

A Caribbean getaway - in the heart of Universal Orlando's theme park

The 7 Most Beautiful Places In California You Didn't Know Existed

California is beautiful enough that no matter how many Half Dome hikes you take, you're still never even going to scratch the surface of all the Instagrammable wonder the Golden State has to offer

How to Keep Kids Safe from the Sun on a Beach Vacation

It's going to take more than sunscreen to keep squirmy kids sunburn-free on vacation. Here's what you need to protect your family

Havana homestays get easier to find

Homestays have long been the best way for travellers to experience authentic Cuban hospitality - and now finding one has become easier than ever

Walking the Black Isle, Scotland: A bright forecast for Cromarty

The Black Isle is evocatively named, a small finger of land jutting out into the far North Sea in the north-east of the UK. It's one of Britain's underrated and unknown quarters and is so named, I'm told, because it rarely snows here, even though it lies north of Inverness

Airbnb reviews are untrustworthy, user claims

An Airbnb customer has said that he cannot trust the site as he was prevented from posting a review about a dirty apartment

36 Hours in Siem Reap, Cambodia

Beyond Angkor Wat, the city has its own allure, with sprawling markets selling Cambodian wares, a lively dining scene and enticing street food

Airline Upgrades Are Reaching Economy Passengers

Improved features for airline passengers, which reflect the industry’s newfound economic stability, include free Wi-Fi access, beverages and new food menus

Royal Caribbean Cruise Ship Has Small Fire in Jamaica

There were no casualties among the 4,454 passengers aboard and one crew member was treated for minor first-degree burns

World's Top 10 Cities

For globetrotting travelers, it’s easy to recognize a spectacular city. They are energetic, diverse destinations intent on preserving local heritage, revitalizing undervalued neighborhoods, and they possess distinct personalities that set them apart from other metropolises

America's 11 most endangered historic places

The Grand Canyon, a Civil Rights "war room" and Miami's Little Havana have been listed on the National Trust for Historic Preservation's endangered list

Oceania Cruises' Insignia to Sail 180-Day Around-the-World Cruise

Departing from Miami on January 6, 2017, Oceania Cruises' Insignia will embark on a 180-day world cruise - one of the longest in the cruise industry

British Airways vows to punish fliers traveling on hidden-city tickets

The way airlines price tickets can be confusing to the flying public, but hidden city ticketing is becoming a riskier move for sneaky travelers

Boeing lands largest-ever 767 order in deal with FedEx

Boeing landed its largest-ever order for Boeing 767s Tuesday with a deal from FedEx. The cargo and package delivery company placed a firm order for 50 767 freighters with options for 50 more

How to Lose Weight on Vacation

It's not as difficult as you might think to lose weight on vacation. There are a few simple steps you can take to make it happen

Do Millennials Use Travel Agents and Tour Guides?

For millennials who grew up with the internet, are travel agents and tour guides still relevant? It depends on whom you ask

The Pros and (Considerable) Cons of Budget Bus Travel

With a few adjustments, like dressing appropriately for the powerful AC and using long layovers to your advantage, traveling by Megabus can work

In Chicago, the West Loop Leaves Its Gritty Past Behind

Over the past two decades, the West Loop has gradually shifted from meatpacking operations and commercial storage to loft residences and restaurants

New, Healthy and Portable Snack Options for Travelers

Air and road travel aren’t usually conducive to food that’s healthy, appetizing and easy to tote; several new portable options can be of some help

The Carnivore's Guide to Portland, Oregon

Forget all those clichés about a city full of vegan food: Several Portland restaurants are leading the cow and pig charge

5 Prisons-Turned-Hotels That We'd Spend The Night In

From Boston to Helsinki to Istanbul, establishments once meant to keep occupants from escaping are now accepting reservations from eager visitors

Can a Full-Grown Adult Have Fun on a Disney Cruise?

Whether you're traveling alone or with kids, here are ways for adults to enjoy the Disney magic on board

Greek island holiday guide: the north-east Aegean

This disparate group of islands stretches from the Greek mainland across the Aegean to the coast of Turkey. Many remain off the beaten track to foreign visitors but reward them with ancient sites, deserted beaches and excellent seafood tavernas

High Waters Force Mississippi Cruise Changes

American Queen Steamboat Company's paddlewheeler, American Queen, is altering its scheduled Upper Mississippi sailings due to high waters on the river

Six Senses Douro Valley hotel, Douro Valley, Portugal: review

Six Senses Douro Valley is a five-star Douro Valley hotel offering a top-notch spa, yoga classes, charming service, comfy beds and nightly wine tastings, near the historic town of Lamego and 90 minutes from Porto

Top 10 Scenic Train Rides Around The World

Trains offer you a different perspective on the world, holding you captive to the changing landscapes as they pass by your cabin window. With lavish accommodations and gourmet meals, the once-in-a-lifetime views are only rivaled by the on-board experience of today's luxury trains

12 Best Japan Experiences

Japan is much larger and more diverse than most people imagine, offering a wealth of activities and experiences found nowhere else. From mist-shrouded Buddhist retreats to an island devoted to cutting-edge art, from elaborate kaiseki cuisine to Okinawan dishes credited with promoting longevity, there's enough to satisfy the whims of every style of traveler

Who needs Europe? America's beautiful castles

America's modern architectural masterpieces are no less inspiring than the Old World's

Why airlines keep pushing biofuels: They have no choice

The number of global fliers is expected to more than double in the next two decades. In order to carry all those extra passengers, airlines are turning to a technology very few can make work on a large scale: converting trash into fuel

Where to Shop on London's Redchurch Street

With its colorful graffiti art and three- and four-story brick-front buildings, this Shoreditch street is a retail go-to for cutting-edge brands

Travel to Cuba: The Latest on Flights, Hotels and Credit Cards

As the United States reopens its Embassy in Havana, here's what you need to know about traveling to Cuba

The Pros and (Considerable) Cons of Budget Bus Travel

With a few adjustments, like dressing appropriately for the powerful AC and using long layovers to your advantage, traveling by Megabus can work

Medical Emergencies While Traveling

When planning out your dream vacation, you usually plan for contingencies, right? A sweater in case it's cool, a swimsuit in case there is a pool or beach, etc. What about when it comes to your health or accidents?

Top 10 craft beer pubs in Birmingham

As craft beer fans head to the Birmingham Beer Bash this weekend, we go in search of the pubs serving the city's superlative ales

10 of the world's most beautiful new nature reserves

From an old mining zone in rural Australia to a new breeding ground in urban Zambia, here's a look at 10 of the latest national parks and marine reserves

Exploring the islands of Trang, Thailand

Removed from the crowds of Phi Phi and Phuket, the islands of Trang offer everything from sea "mermaids" to secret beaches and unspoilt forests

10Best: Luxury Hotels in Santa Barbara, CA

Everyone needs a little "me" time. Enjoy yours by spoiling yourself silly at some of the most posh luxury hotels that Santa Barbara has to offer

8 Of The World's Most Beautiful Hotel Gardens

This summer, get a dose of nature at these eight beautiful hotels that are flourishing with stunning florals and lush gardens. Whether isolated on rolling hills or set on acres of organic produce gardens, these luxe resorts are all about coming up roses during our precious summer vacations

Slovenian Istria: The Mediterranean you don't know

The beautiful coast of Slovenia, only 46 kilometres long, is an odd yet delightful mash-up of the best the Adriatic has to offer

Royal Caribbean Announces New Water Slides and Other Cruise News

Royal Caribbean will add a water slide to Liberty of the Seas plus other cruise news

Airbus A350XWB gets star treatment on world tour

Aviation enthusiasts get a peek at Airbus' A350XWB Tour, showcasing the world's newest airliner

Surprise! Service charges to jump again at Norwegian

Booked on a Norwegian Cruise Line sailing this fall? Brace yourself for higher daily fees. Effective Aug. 1, the company is hiking the daily service charge it tacks onto final bills by more than 4% to $13.50

Checking In: New Hotels in Marseilles

A new food-loving, creative culture is reviving Marseilles. Here's where to stay

Can Montana’s Smith River Survive a Nearby Mine?

A float trip down a beloved river explores what might be at stake if a proposal for a copper mine by its watershed becomes reality

10 of the best ways to enjoy Barcelona - on a budget

Savour the Catalan capital by avoiding the pricey and the touristy in favour of favourite local hangouts, from outdoor cinema to great beaches and vermut bars

Trekking the Tour du Mont Blanc

Covering 170km and 10,000m of ascent, the TMB - which takes in France, Italy and Switzerland - is one of the world's greatest walks

The Flint Barns, Rathfinny Estate, Alfriston, East Sussex: hotel review

This Sussex Downs hostel was built to house workers on the estate's enormous vineyard, but there's nothing basic about these digs - rooms are high quality and the scenery is superb

Going to Greece: a guide to the country, its islands and the best deals

Despite the economic storm, the sun is still shining in Greece, and the tavernas, beaches, ancient sites and vineyards are open for business. The country needs your help - so get a fistful of euros and go and have a good time with the help of our in-depth guide to the best deals, hotels, food and wine

Travel etiquette: how to avoid offending the locals

From rude hand gestures to language faux pas, our guide will help you avoid embarrassment on your next holiday

The seven wonders of the English seaside

See Historic England's pick of the country's best seaside heritage attractions

The Greyhound on the Test, Hampshire: Fishing and walking around a Michelin Pub of the Year

Goodness me, England is doing splendidly for itself. This may not ring true for all corners of the country, of course. But head down Hampshire way and, my oh my - you can basically smell the well-offness

Tips for a rainy holiday

Do you always consider the weather forecast when planning a holiday? Guess not! Or even if you do, there cannot always be sunshine and 27 degrees Celsius. Here you have

In major expansion, Crystal Cruises to add river ships, yachts, airplane

Get ready for a new era in luxury cruising. Top-rated line Crystal Cruises is planning a massive expansion that includes the addition of the most spacious and swanky ocean ships ever conceived

Luxury animal terminal coming to New York's JFK airport

Jet-setting stallions and high-flying hounds at New York's Kennedy Airport can look forward to a new luxury terminal that will handle the more than 70,000 animals flying in and out every year

World's strangest-looking airplane? A closer look at the Airbus 'Beluga'

The airplane is one that turns heads. Aviation enthusiasts instinctively know it is the 'Beluga,' a nickname stemming from the aircraft's uncanny resemblance to the whale of the same name

Low Water Levels Force European River Cruise Lines to Cancel, Monitor Sailings

Low water levels on European rivers are forcing many river cruise companies to evaluate their upcoming sailings

In Estonia, a Hotel Keeps Its Promise

A photograph of Padaste Manor was enough to lure a traveler to Muhu Island, a 76-square-mile speck off the southwest coast of Estonia

Kazakhstan Expands Visa-Free Travel Program

The Central Asian nation will add 19 countries and principalities to the list of territories that do not require a visa for visits of up to 15 days

Tourism to Iran set to rise sharply after nuclear deal

Iran is hoping that the nuclear agreement struck in Vienna this week will create a further boost to a tourist industry that has already relaxed visa requirements and is planning to build new hotels to attract visitors to its ancient sights

Top 10 hotels on the French Riviera

Chic accommodation amid the glamour of the Côte d’Azur doesn’t have to come with a hefty price tag. Our 10 picks are smart, stylish and allow visitors to savour all that sparkle for less

To trail a mockingbird

As Harper Lee's much anticipated second novel is released, David G Allan visits tiny Monroeville - the setting of To Kill a Mockingbird - where her first novel famously lives on

Ljubljana travel tips: Where to go and what to see in 48 hours

Summer is in full swing in the Slovenian capital, with music festivals that span classical to techno, a graphic arts biennial and more

Malta's noble residences open up to private tours

Malta is a pretty rotten place to be a rabbit. Sunday lunch is dominated by rabbit stew, the national dish, so any wild rabbit that dares poke its head out of a hedgerow is effectively committing the bunny equivalent of hara-kiri

Hotels for sports fans

From football and rugby to cricket and racing at Goodwood

Europe's Top 6 underrated cities

Under-the-radar destinations offer experiences visitors won't find anywhere else

10Best: Nighttime adventures in parks and refuges

At night, national park visitors can watch wildlife, stargaze and even see lava flows

Hackers get 1 million miles for telling United about IT security gaps

Two hackers have scored a million frequent-flier miles each on United Airlines for finding security holes in the airline's computer systems

The best coach-class airlines in the world

You see a lot of "best airline" stories, but many look suspiciously like they were based on business- and first-class. For most travelers, however, what happens at the front of the plane stays at the front of the plane

Silversea unveils another epic world cruise for 2017

Luxury line Silversea is planning another epic world cruise for 2017 that will include stops at 62 ports across five continents

Norwegian Cruise Line Raises Gratuities Twice in 5 Months

Gratuities paid to onboard staff on Norwegian Cruise Line are going up for the second time this year

36 Hours in Pittsburgh

Beyond the resurgent downtown, restaurants and museums have moved into abandoned buildings, and a bike trail offers a close-up look at industrial relics

Hotel Review: Les Sources de Caudalie in Bordeaux

A 20-minute drive south from Bordeaux, the hotel’s rough-hewed exterior builds on its rural setting

Restaurant Report: Stateside in Seattle

The menu merges French-Vietnamese dishes with Eric Johnson’s knack for creating complex flavors

Hidden London: the best secret museums

Telegraph Travel reveals some of its favourite lesser-known museums in London

Top 10: the best Havana hotels

A guide to the best hotels in Havana, featuring the top places to stay for rooftop pools, buzzing cocktail bars, Old Havana charm, sea views, cigar rooms and contemporary art

Whale hunting in Alaska: Point Hope, the village caught between tradition and climate change

Alaska had its hottest year on record in 2014, and for villagers in Point Hope who have hunted and foraged their meals for generations, climate change threatens their way of life

Summer holiday flight delayed? Here's how to claim compensation

It's the announcement that families dread. "Your flight has been delayed. Please wait for further information"

Six Airline 'Improvements' -- and What We Want Instead

We highlight six ways the airlines are trying to enhance the flying experience -- and explain which improvements we'd like to see instead

Uber overtakes taxis in battle for business travelers

Business travelers are embracing the sharing economy, increasingly opting for Uber and Airbnb over hotels and taxis, a new report released today shows.

Delta causes more headaches with Skymiles changes

Delta's sweeping changes to its Skymiles program keeps expanding

Two more companies announce Cuba cruises

Add package tour giant Globus and small-ship line Haimark to the list of companies selling Cuba cruises

Awww! Dog-friendly cruise liner to get special doggie features

The only cruise liner in the world to offer dedicated kennels for dogs and cats is about to get even more pet-friendly

Your 10 Worst Family Vacation Problems, Solved

We've mapped out 10 of the most annoying things about family vacations, along with how to cope with them

On Staten Island, Savoring Flavors of Sri Lanka

Little Sri Lanka’s restaurants are the emotional heart of this growing community in the borough, which is the home to New York’s largest Sri Lankan population

Shanghai Disney Plans Unveiled: Big on ‘Pirates,’ but No Space Mountain

The company’s resort, its first in mainland China, represents a major bet on westernized leisure travel and an effort to stoke sales of Disney products

10 dishes every visitor to Argentina needs to try

While beef is the backbone of Argentina's daily diet, there are plenty of other tasty treats worth sampling in the world's eighth-largest country

Airbus A350XWB gets star treatment on world tour

Aviation enthusiasts get a peek at Airbus' A350XWB Tour, showcasing the world's newest airliner

The best holiday treehouses in the UK

There's something magical about treehouses - whatever your age. These arboreal boltholes will appeal to growns-ups who want to get close to nature without forgoing creature comforts

Henn-na Hotel: inside the world's first robot hotel

As the world's first hotel staffed by humanoid robots prepares to open in Japan, we take a look inside

Top 10: cities and places to visit in Scotland

Our experts offer a guide to 10 of the best places and cities to visit in Scotland for familes, kids and couples, including Edinburgh, Glasgow, Skye and the Cairngorms, and what to do when there

The world's largest sauna has just opened in the Arctic Circle

Cultural project SALT has opened what is claiming is the world's largest sauna on the island of Sandhornoya above Norway's Arctic Circle

Five myths about Europe cruises

We dispel five myths that shouldn't be holding you back from cruising in Europe

The delights of Nicaragua's Leon go beyond its visual charms

What makes exploring Nicaragua's second-largest city such a delight is the interactions between locals and visitors - from impromptu taxi serenades to unexpected dinner invitations

Royal Caribbean Ditches Dynamic Dining for Non-Quantum Class Cruise Ships

The Dynamic Dining concept launched on Royal Caribbean International's latest line of Quantum-class ships will not be rolled out to its Oasis-class ships as planned

U.S. airports increasingly dominated by 1 or 2 carriers

The wave of consolidation that swept the U.S. airline industry has markedly reduced competition at many of the nation's major airports, and passengers appear to be paying the price in higher

Where to Go in the North Loop of Minneapolis

Restored lofts, restaurants and stylish boutiques are popping up in the landmarked neighborhood

Tips on Traveling in Europe This Summer

Recent news about Uber, the euro and baggage size may have prompted some questions for Europe-bound travelers. Here’s what you need to know

France's most beautiful destinations

Ah France: There's a reason why nearly 85 million travelers a year vote with their passports to make this country the world's most popular destination

Indoor beach lures D.C. museum-goers

You can walk the pier, purchase a snack and settle into a lounge chair with a good book

Why you should travel to Kenya now

With a blockbuster migration underway, new e-visas and empty plains, savvy travellers should head to Kenya

BA's first 787-9 Dreamliner will fly to Delhi

The airline has announced its first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner will makes its debut flight later this year

Ten of the best vintage seaside rides and fairground attractions in the UK

The reopening of Dreamland in Margate hogged the headlines this summer, but the UK has plenty more vintage seaside attractions

Norwegian Cruise Line to Introduce A La Carte Specialty Dining Fleetwide

In a major departure from the cover charge model commonly used on cruise ships, Norwegian Cruise Line is bringing a la carte pricing to many of its specialty restaurants

Cape Town's grand Table Bay Hotel a stately waterfront gem

Opened 18 years ago, it is at its best now thatnks to a recent $2-million revamp that retains its Victorian feel

The world's weirdest wi-fi hotspots

If you're always looking for the best holiday selfies to show off on Instagram, then this is the news you've been waiting for. Visitors to Japan's highest mountain, Mount Fuji, can now access wi-fi at its summit

The Thief, Oslo: Steal away for a stay with art and soul

A cast iron Antony Gormley statue bent over in prayer on the pavement is the first indication that at The Thief, you get to enjoy the kind of art that wouldn't be out of place in a museum

American adds 8 routes to Mexico, Caribbean and Latin America

American Airlines revealed plans Monday for eight routes connecting its hubs to destinations in Mexico, Latin America and the Caribbean

MSC Cruises to Revamp Loyalty Scheme Program

MSC Cruises is set to rename and revamp its loyalty scheme and introduce a raft of changes including a new points earning system and the removal of top tier perks

Going Off the Grid on a Swedish Island

Furillen, a remote peninsula on Gotland, an island in the Baltic Sea, is the perfect hideaway from the digital world

At Extended-Stay Hotels, a Sense of Home (or a Party)

By moving into cities, adding amenities and offering social hours, extended-stay hotels are vying to attract younger clientele and be a haven for business travelers

In Tourist Destinations, a Picture of Excess

A surge in reckless and damaging behavior by tourists, which often goes viral on social media, has officials considering measures to limit the damage

10 of the best ways to enjoy Rome - on a budget

Roam in Rome and savour its art - old and modern - ruins, regional food and music for free or just a few euros

Brocco on the Park, Sheffield: hotel review

Thanks to stylish Scandinavian design, this boutique hotel is a lesson in functional luxury, with clean, crisp features lifted by lovely detail

A weekend break in... Zagreb

A guide to short breaks in Zagreb, Croatia, including the best bars, restaurants, hotels and things to do

Spanish resorts want to attract a better class of tourist

Having seen a revival in the Spanish economy following the downturn of recent years, tourism officials are keen to banish the reputation of certain resorts as places for lager louts and stag parties, and attract a new type of wealthier visitor

10 best Spanish festivals

Travel publisher Sawday's man-on-the-ground in Spain Carlos Oppe reveals his favourite places to experience local festivals

Where to start your N'Awlins restaurant crawl

Dine on po'boys, crawfish, gumbo, jambalaya and more

Princess Introduces Alcohol Drinks Package on Australian Cruise Ships

Princess Cruises has a new all-inclusive alcohol drinks package on Sun, Sea and Dawn Princess for AU$59 per day

In first, American woman to take helm of giant cruise ship

An American woman soon will be in command of a mega-cruise ship -- an industry first. Celebrity Cruises says it has elevated San Francisco native Kate McCue to the position of captain of the Celebrity Summit

US Airways' final flight now expected in October

American Airlines and US Airways next weekend will start the three-month process of combining their reservations systems, signaling the beginning of the end for the US Airways brand

Swiss Air Lines reveals cabin, plans for its new Boeing 777-300ERs

Swiss International Air Lines has revealed its layout and route plans for its new Boeing 777-300ER jets

New plane cabin could force passengers to make eye contact

Proposal for "economy class cabin hexagon" would see air passengers sit opposite one another

The world's best fountains

From flamboyant European landmarks to futuristic Asian creations, these fabulous fountains will draw admiring glances all summer long

Champagne guide: where to eat, drink and sleep in France's newest World Heritage Site

As the Champagne region celebrates being awarded Unesco World Heritage status, Anthony Peregrine offers a guide for the best vineyards, champagne houses and bars, and hotels

A Honeymoon Through Italy

We danced at midnight in Venice, motored through Tuscany and made memories. Just as newlyweds should

F.A.A. to Drop Donald Trump-Related Navigation Codes

Navigation coordination points above Palm Beach International Airport that had honored Donald J. Trump will be renamed, the F.A.A. said

Cuba Announces 5-Fold Spike in Cruise Tourism Since 2012

Cruise ship tourism to Cuba spiked more than five-fold over the last three years and is up even higher so far in 2015, government officials reported Thursday

Hotel Review: Occidental El Embajador in the Dominican Republic

This beachside hotel, with a list of past guests from Trujillo to Rock Hudson, has reopened after a major renovation

Restaurant Report: Konyvbar in Budapest

An inventive new restaurant in the center of the city serves dishes inspired by books

Top 10 boat-hotels in Europe

As the boutique boatel (boat-hotel) Bert's Barges opens on London's Regent's Canal, it's time to consider other places to stay on the water

The Hebrides: Wildlife, whisky and wonderful cuisine

Nothing shouts summer like a spot of island hopping. And off the west coast of Scotland, the Hebrides comprise an entire pepper mill of islands ground over the ocean

How to choose the right hard currency: From the dollar and euro to the plucky pound

It used to be said that all the international traveller needed was a passport and a plentiful supply of US currency: every local trader knew the value of their own money against the mighty dollar, and therefore would readily accept American bills (though possibly at a rate calibrated to offer them a distinct advantage)

Ryanair to sell Aer Lingus stake to rival IAG

Ryanair has agreed to sell its shares in Irish rival Aer Lingus to IAG, putting the British Airways parent solidly on course to acquire the former Irish national airline

LEGO madness? Peek inside giant ocean liner made entirely of bricks

Think what your kids build with LEGOs is impressive? Wait until you see the new exhibit at the Queen Mary in Long Beach, California

36 Hours in Vilnius, Lithuania

Much of Vilnius still retains its bleak Soviet-era sprawl, but it’s a city in transition that is often heralded as one of the cheapest in Europe

Your Questions Answered: United Airlines Flight Delays

While the ground stop is no longer in effect, long delays are expected. Here’s what you need to know if you’re traveling today

A French Castle, Now Open to All

An 11th-century chateau in La Flocellière, a small town in the Vendée, France, has a new life as a bed-and-breakfast

10 of London's most unusual historical sites

London is packed with easily overlooked historical sites in hidden corners or seemingly ordinary locations

Chapel House, Penzance, Cornwall: hotel review

A listed Georgian house and former arts club has been transformed into an impressive boutique hotel, while keeping close links to the local art community

Weird and wonderful themed cruises for 2015/16

A sailing for swingers and another for fans of The Walking Dead - just two of the bizarre themed cruises taking place in the coming months

Five reasons Spain is still the perfect summer destination

Don't know where to go for a last-minute summer holiday? Look no further than an old favourite, says Nick Trend

Will the economic crisis in Greece affect fuel for airlines, taxis, ferries and coaches?

Will flights landing in Greece have access to enough fuel to return? I understand they are unable to land with too much fuel for the return leg. I'm also concerned about fuel and getting to and from the airport by taxi and/or coaches. Will sufficient fuel be available to get to the resorts?

Fray Bentos: Uruguay's new World Heritage Site

At first glance it looks out of context - a dirty, work-weary giant snoozing in the Garden Of Eden. At second glance it looks worse - a rusty nail hammered into a Monet painting

Can Tunisia's tourism industry survive?

Tunisia is facing terror attacks aiming at foreign tourists

Zip lines around the USA

Take flight this summer at a zip line course, which offer airborne adventures for all

Newest fee for air travel? Airport charges you to retrieve your lost luggage

If you've never happened to lose an item at the Edinburgh airport, we've got news of a new fee that is guaranteed to shock you

Photo tour: Inside one of the most elegant ships on the Rhine

Thinking about a river cruise on the Rhine? Our latest Cruise Ship Tour offers a deck-by-deck look at one of the most upscale vessels on the river, Tauck's Inspire

From Cooking to Sailing, ‘Summer Camps’ for Adults

Camplike experiences are being embraced by adults who want to spend their time off learning new skills or mastering ones they already have

A weekend break in... Ljubljana

A guide to short breaks in Ljubljana, Slovenia, including the best bars, restaurants, hotels and things to do

10 gadgets that promise to make flying better

Weird and wonderful in-flight accessories that aim to cut jetlag, help you sleep and give you more legroom

Images of 7/7 bombings used to promote Tunisia tourism

A provocative advertising campaign is using images of the 7/7 bombings in London and the 9/11 attacks in New York to encourage tourists to return to Tunisia following last month's beach resort massacre

20 stunning cliffside beaches

Sandy stretches that meander slowly and serenely into gentle waves are lovely. But that's not the kind of beach that makes your knees buckle and has you reaching for your camera before you've got the sunscreen on your nose

United flights resume after computer problem

FAA says United flights are grounded by a problem with the airlines' computer system

9 tourist attractions that are dying

Some of the great wonders of the world are on the verge of extinction

Namibia: A unique snapshot of German colonial Africa

As I sipped from my third frothy stein of fruity wheat beer, I studied the menu with the blurry focus of a man who was debating with himself whether he should consume something solid before another pint

The world's 50 best honeymoon hotels

Wedding bells ringing? We round up the top places to stay for over-water villas, tented safari camps, Michelin-starred dining and private island retreats

Summer's hottest cruise destinations

Act early and fast - these popular summertime cruises should be booked in advance

Santa Barbara: Luxury Hotels in Santa Barbara, CA: Luxury Hotel Reviews

Find Santa Barbara luxury hotels. Read Santa Barbara, CA luxury hotel reviews and view user ratings for luxury hotels in Santa Barbara, CA by 10Best

T L magazine: Virgin America, Singapore are top airlines for 2015

It's the eight consecutive win for Virgin America, which bested No. 2 JetBlue

Royal Caribbean reverses course on ditching oldest ship

On second thought, we think we'll keep it. That's the word this week from Royal Caribbean, which says it's putting the kibosh on plans to say goodbye to its oldest ship, Majesty of the Seas

Kenya's lesser spotted creatures

From birds to buffalo, staying off the beaten track can be rewarding, says Mike Unwin

48 hours in Lille

This northern French city has a stunning modernist mansion on its outskirts to complement its atmospheric Flemish old town

Mallorcan hotels

From a former merchant's mansion to a converted 18th century Jesuit monastery

The Three Daggers, Edington, Wiltshire: hotel review

This revamped village inn offers a friendly atmosphere, house-brewed ales and some nice touches to welcome young families

Shopping for Homegrown Wares in Zagreb

Croatia’s capital isn’t typically thought of as a shopper’s paradise, but the Lower Town of Zagreb is a favorite destination of in-the-know locals

What a Travel Adviser Can Offer That the Internet Can’t

Matthew D. Upchurch, the chief executive of Virtuoso, a network of travel advisers, says that when making travel plans, nothing beats the human touch

Charmant Hotel to Open in Wisconsin

The Charmant Hotel is to open in September in a former candy factory in La Crosse, Wis

Bison attack two more Yellowstone visitors

Bison attacked two more visitors at Yellowstone National Park over the past week, for a total of four attacks in the park so far this season

11 Best Italy Experiences

Italy is so much more than a bucket list country. Not only does it consistently top just about every list of most desirable travel destinations, but people return again and again. And it's really not surprising. Italy offers visitors such an extensive variety of experiences that you probably don't even know half of them exist

MSC Cruises to Become First Mainstream Cruise Line to Base Cruise Ship in Havana, Cuba

MSC Cruises will homeport MSC Opera in Havana, Cuba from the winter 2015-16 season -- the first mainstream cruise line to do so

Carnival Corp.'s fathom Line to Offer Volunteer Cruises in Cuba

Carnival Corporation and plc's newest cruise line -- fathom, which specializes in voluntourism -- will offer cruises to Cuba starting in May 2016

Southwest says it has contract deal with flight attendants

Southwest Airlines says it has a tentative contract agreement with the union representing its flight attendants

Vietnam Airlines shows off first 787 at D.C.'s National Airport

Vietnam Airlines celebrated its first Boeing 787 Dreamliner Monday with a special pre-delivery ceremony at Washington's Reagan National Airport

Free Hotel Wi-Fi Is Increasingly on Travelers’ Must-Have List

Hotel guests, used to receiving free Wi-Fi nearly everywhere, are becoming less willing to pay the fees high-end flagship hotels charge for the service

Universal’s Back Lot Tour Adds a Bigger Dose of Movie Fantasy

With actual production largely done in other locations, Universal Studios Hollywood is turning to tours that recreate the action in hit movies

JetBlue to Cuba, for Those With Good Reasons

JetBlue said it began direct charter flights between New York and Havana on Friday

10 of the best ways to enjoy Paris - on a budget

From city beaches by the Seine and Paris's oldest food market, to a nightlife scene buzzing with free festivals and live music, Paris doesn't have to leave you feeling financially drained

The foodie traveller - on the revival of Native American cuisine in Minneapolis

The Tatanka street food truck serves wild rice, cornflour cakes and wild greens using local, organic ingredients. It's mission is to redefine American food

Nepal signals peak season recovery

While the damage from April's earthquake will take years to overcome, Nepal is making progress in its bid to attract visitors back for the autumn trekking season

Unesco's new World Heritage Sites for 2015

This year's additions to the list of Unesco World Heritage sites, from the Forth Bridge to a pie factory in Uruguay

Cunard sails into the history books

Today, Cunard celebrates 175 years of transatlantic crossings. Kathy Arnold walks in the footsteps of the man who started it all

Latest travel advice for tourists heading to Greece

Uncertainty is increasing following a bailout rejection, so should vacationers still head there?

Airlines' carry-on bag chaos has to end (Opinion)

Pilot Les Abend: The proposal for smaller carry-ons failed, but we still need a solution that makes airline travel more bearable than the dentist chair.

World's most annoying hotel fees (and how to avoid them)

Some hotel fees just shouldn't exist. Here's how to avoid them.

Silversea Cruises orders new ship

Silversea Cruises has ordered the largest ship in its history, to be delivered in 2017

Utrecht and the Tour de France

The medieval Dutch city is all geared up for the Grand Départ

Top 10 bars in Santiago, Chile

Santiago is shaking things up with a vibrant new bar and nightlife scene that's steadily erasing its reputation as a less-than-glamorous stopover city. Here, we pick 10 top spots for a glass of wine, a pisco or just a good beer

The surfer town of Byron Bay, Australia: a swell place to hang out

The six-time world surf champion Stephanie Gilmore loves the beaches at Byron Bay but says the fashion, food and music scenes in Australia's most famous surf town are great, too

Top 10 hotels in Istanbul

History often comes served with a contemporary twist in Istanbul hotels

How to get travel insurance for a no-go zone

Last week's massacre in Sousse has prompted uncertainty about whether Tunisia is safe to visit. The Foreign Office revised its advice last weekend, but fell short of placing its popular coastal stretches on the no-go list

Mallorcan hotels: From a former merchant's mansion to a converted 18th century Jesuit monastery

This grand hotel, which opened in March, is housed in a renovated 19th-century neoclassical mansion, in the heart of the capital's old town

25 beautiful piers, promenades and boardwalks

There's something undeniably appealing about a beautiful waterfront, and these 25 piers, promenades and boardwalks represent some of the country's most picturesque waterfront

Why are millennials least likely to actually join travel rewards programs?

The Harris Poll gives plenty of insight into the habits of travel rewards program members

Southwest unveils a slew of new routes for its winter schedule

Southwest Airlines detailed 11 new nonstop routes and the return of several seasonal routes as it rolled out its winter schedule. With the carrier's extended schedule, flights are now bookable through March 8

In Machu Picchu’s Shadow, Peru’s Lake Titicaca Offers Natural Beauty

Peru is perhaps best known for Machu Picchu, but the lake draws a considerable number of tourists who flock to its man-made islands

Air Passengers Applaud a Justice Dept. Collusion Case

Peeved passengers are cheering on government investigators looking into possible collusion among the major domestic airlines

Oceania Cruises raises 2016 fares

Oceania Cruises is raising fares on its cruises next summer, but is adding more amenities

Silversea Cruises orders new ship

Silversea Cruises has ordered the largest ship in its history, to be delivered in 2017

36 Hours in Chengdu, China

Despite being a center of high-tech industry, the old way of life persists in the city, with graceful teahouses, serene parks and a lively Tibetan quarter

Restaurant Report: Edwins Leadership

A restaurant staffed by former prisoners being trained in the restaurant business does not take it easy with the menu, or the prices

Hotel Review: St. Aubyn Estates in Cornwall, England

The St. Aubyn family, which has lived in the area for more than 600 years, recently gave the inn a multimillion-dollar overhaul

Zozi Raises $30 Million in Financing

With the new capital, the start-up will continue its quest to become, in its words, the OpenTable of the travel industry

25 magnificent structures on the verge of extinction

Go see them now, before it's too late: threatened by neglect, the elements, changing architectural trends or ruthless developers, these outstanding buildings are all fighting a hard battle for survival

11 tech innovators changing the way we travel

Whether introducing cutting edge attractions or championing socially conscious travel, these go-getters are transforming the travel biz

Is America's crime capital ready for tourists?

After decades of mismanagement, bankruptcy, and the near loss of its world-famous art collection, Detroit is beginning a comeback

Barcelona limits tourist accommodation and seeks a 'sustainable' plan

Barcelona's mayor has stopped issuing licenses for tourist accommodation in the immensely popular city while new regulations are drawn up to limit tourist numbers

Whisky Bar Debuts on Princess Cruises Ship

Princess Cruises has opened its first whisky bar on the Australia-based Dawn Princess selling 63 varieties from around the world

Norwegian gets rid of Nickelodeon characters

Norwegian's contract with Nickelodeon ends in 2016 and has not been slated for renewal

Airline 'capacity discipline' in spotlight after Justice probe

"Capacity discipline" - that's been the buzzword for the U.S. airline industry as it has swung from billions in losses last decade to what's become a run of record profits this decade

JetBlue opens outdoor rooftop lounge, with dog walk, at NYC's JFK Airport

In a modern-day nod to the golden age of air travel, JetBlue will open an outdoor lounge on top of Terminal 5

San Francisco now has the most expensive hotels in the world - by far

A new report from Bloomberg sees hotel room rates in the city increase by 88% from last year

Tourism in Greece Remains Steady During Debt Crisis

Credit and debit cards issued by foreign banks are being accepted throughout the country without any additional regulations

Best U.S. seaside towns

In these quiet beach towns you'll find few tourists, casual seafood restaurants and photo ops that'll lure lots of likes on your Instagram feed

How architecture feeds the artist's imagination

Architect Daniel Libeskind is CNN Style's first guest editor and has commissioned a series of features exploring the theme of "Architecture and Emotion"

The world's best hotel pools

A guide to the world's best hotel pools, featuring the top spots for rooftop pools and infinity pools, in locations including Hong Kong, Maldives, St Lucia, Santorini, London, Caribbean, Barcelona and Dubai

Jackson Pollock: where to see his art around the world

As a Jackson Pollock exhibition opens in Liverpool, we explain where else to see the artist's paintings and explore his legacy

The Peat Spade, Hampshire: A refurb that needs to dig a little deeper

The Peat Spade, a traditional English inn with rooms, has a rather improbable address, on The Bunny, a meandering lane in the picturesque Hampshire village of Longstock

Take the kids to ... Powderham Castle, Kenton, south Devon

It's not crowded, there are great interactive shows, a wooden fort, pets' corner and woodland trails, plus a 600-year-old castle for history enthusiasts

Looking for Lewis Carroll's Wonderland in today's Oxford

In Oxford 150 years ago, an imaginative author turned the everyday into entertainment. To celebrate the anniversary of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, Amanda Ruggeri goes looking for Lewis Carroll's Wonderland in the city today

Celebrity Cruises to Offer Inclusions With Most Cabins

Celebrity Cruises will be switching to its 123Go promotions pricing model completely starting July 6

Cruise Ship Returns to Port Early due to Norovirus Outbreak

Noro outbreak on HAL ship forces return to port day early

JetBlue details new bag fees, which begin Tuesday

And then there was one. JetBlue began charging extra for checked bags starting with itineraries booked from Tuesday (June 30) onward

How much tax do you pay for a plane ticket?

Determining what you will pay on a given trip can be difficult, while determining if such public expenditures are fair and accurate has become a hot political issue

Amish Country Embraces Farm-to-Table

Downtown Lancaster, Pa., long considered the nontouristy side of Amish Country, is embracing the farm-to-reclaimed-wood-table trend full tilt

E.U. to End Cellphone Roaming Charges in 2017

The new rules, which will apply to people who travel across the 28-member bloc, are accompanied by regulations on so-called net neutrality

A Mellow Summer in Asheville (With Moog Music)

Wine bars, bookstores, the North Carolina Arboretum, and omelets with smoked trout are all reasons for Asheville’s reputation for relaxation

Britain in summer

A guide to the best things to do outside in summer 2015 around the UK, from beaches and gardens to outdoor theatres and walks

Tourists in Greece need not worry about running out of cash, say tour operators

Travel companies say holidays to Greece are unaffected by the financial crisis but offer guests the chance to buy cash from resort reps, just in case

10 little gems on the UK coastline

Forget Brighton, Bournemouth and Blackpool - the British coast is dotted with magical spots few people visit or even know about

Innside, Manchester: hotel review

The corporate cliches have been kept to a minimum at this large, comfortable chain hotel, which offers Bauhaus-style functionality and, surprisingly, the occasional DJ at breakfast

The Peat Spade, Hampshire: A refurb that needs to dig a little deeper

The Peat Spade, a traditional English inn with rooms, has a rather improbable address, on The Bunny, a meandering lane in the picturesque Hampshire village of Longstock

Arctic cruise: A polar adventure from Greenland to Canada

The Arctic is like the Sahara, a place where everything is reduced to essence. It is a continent that, unlike so many others, we can neither domesticate nor reduce to servitude; a place where mountains come to die in polar deserts, glaciers calve vast orphan icebergs and an ineffable light washes across a dark unfathomable sea, stretching to infinite sky

Company: Pilotless passenger planes 5 years away

FAA allows four-seat, remote-controlled plane to fly at drone test site to research merging unmanned planes into the U.S. commercial airspace

Hurtigruten Acquires New Cruise Ship

Hurtigruten has acquired a new ship -- MS Norway Explorer -- which will replace MS Midnatsol during the winter season of 2016-17

Frontier's pullout leaves Delaware without airline service

Frontier Airlines quietly pulled the plug on commercial airline service out of Wilmington's New Castle Airport this week - almost two years to the day after its first flight out of Delaware

Startup offers unlimited flights on commercial airlines for $1,500 a month (plus free checked bags, PreCheck and Wi-Fi)

A new start-up has unveiled a new booking service that offers unlimited domestic flights for $1,500 per month

10 of the smartest new hostels in Europe

Style and comfortable stays don't come at too high a price in this selection of new hostels across Europe

Kakadu national park: what to do, where to go, what to see

After visiting Kakadu national park four times in six weeks, Helen Davidson knows to avoid the crocs, catch the sunsets and swim in the gorges

Holiday guide to Huelva, Andalucía: the best beaches, hotels and restaurants

There's history aplenty, pristine, empty beaches, fresh sardines and a huge national park to explore in Huelva, the mysterious corner of south-west Spain

Biking a New Route Through Ontario’s Scenic Greenbelt

A new bicycle route will take travelers through 295 miles of Ontario, whether for a quick day trip or weeklong adventure

No Need to Call the Front Desk, Just Send a Text

New apps allow hotel guests to make requests by texting, a bid to preserve good ratings on review websites and reverse a slide in room service orders

175 years of Cunard

To celebrate Cunard's 175th anniversary, we take a look at the company's long and distinguished history

Should holidaymakers to Greece be worried about a Grexit?

Travel advice: What holidaymakers need to know about a likely Greek exit from the euro, with tips on carrying cash, using ATMs, credit cards, booking late deals and potential civil unrest

Get a taste of nostalgia at these classic American diners

There's just something about a good diner that feeds the stomach and the soul

JetBlue's balancing act: Keeping fliers and shareholders happy

On brink of introducing bag fees, JetBlue CEO balancing passenger needs with investors

Copyright reform in EU may make your travel photos illegal

A new copyright law has been proposed in the European Union that would make posting photos of landmarks and public art illegal

Porto, Portugal, turns on the charm, pours forth history

Porto might be Portugal's second city, but it has all the history, charm and sophistication of Lisbon

Celestyal Crystal Cruise Ship and Tanker Collide Near Turkey

A Celestyal Cruises ship and a tanker collided off the coast of Gallipoli. According to the cruise line, the 852 passengers and 382 crewmembers sailing a Mediterranean cruise on Celestyal Crystal are safe, as are the crewmembers on the tanker

The best luxury hotels in the Caribbean

From Barbados to Jamaica, we look at the top 10 luxury hotels in the Caribbean

Palm Springs: a living museum of mid-century modern architecture

The rich and famous have a long love affair with Palm Springs. According to the so-called "two-hour rule", actors under contract with a Hollywood studio had to be available within two hours and nearby Palm Springs, with more than 350 days of sunshine per year, was the ideal place to go to for a quick escape

Silencio à la Maison de L'Aiguebrun, France: Club culture in tranquil Provence

Hotel review: Expect to rub shoulders with a glamorous mix of film, music and art types

The best slopes to shred in the southern hemisphere

Don't put away your skis just yet, the season is just beginning in Chile, New Zealand and Australia

Finding Paradise in Turkey’s Munzur Valley

Deep in the rugged heart of eastern Anatolia, the resilient Alevi Kurds open their hearts and homes to a visitor

Restaurant Report: Isolina in Lima

The restaurant, a stylish tavern in Barranco that opened in January, aims for authenticity

Daily Detour: Odd spots, strange trips, great moments in travel

Welcome, Detourists! This slide show, photographed and written by L.A. Times staffer Christopher Reynolds, goes all over and grows every weekday

10 Ways You're Sabotaging Your Ability to Sleep on a Plane

When boarding a plane, you have the purest of intentions: You're going to use this rare empty stretch of time to catch up on much-needed sleep. You'll land at your destination bright-eyed, bushy-tailed, and ready to take on the world! But things aren't ever that simple, are they?

Boeing to slow production of its iconic 747

Boeing confirmed Wednesday that it would be reducing production of its iconic 747 jumbo jet to one per month in March of 2016

Southwest and Delta reach temporary compromise in Love Field feud

Southwest Airlines will temporarily share gate space with rival Delta Air Lines at Dallas Love Field while the two await resolution of a dispute over use of the gates in court

Carnival Vista reaches milestone, with little girl's help

Kye Heald, Carnival's Senior Cruise Director's daughter, served as the ship's "godchild"

Plane Carrying Cruise Passengers Crashes in Alaska

A float plane carrying eight passengers of Holland America Line's Westerdam has crashed in Ketchikan, Alaska

36 Hours in Split, Croatia

Surrounded by mountains and sea, Split has it all: Roman ruins, trendy shops and fashionable restaurants

Hotel Review: The Brice in Savannah

From the sunny yellow awnings to the unfailingly friendly bellhops, the hotel delivers a fresh and cheerful interpretation of Southern hospitality

Les Bains, a Legendary Parisian Nightclub, Brought Back to Life

An ’80s and ’90s hot spot attended by the likes of Mick Jagger and Yves Saint Laurent, has been revived as a club, restaurant and hotel

5 ways to explore Croatia

This Adriatic beauty sparkles in the summer and there's plenty of new appeal too

Luxury tents, yurts and cabins: How our need for comfort has changed the way we camp

While we still love the outdoors, we aren't as fond of sleeping on the bumpy, wet ground

Need instant camping expertise? There's an app for that

WiFi is among the top three camping priorities, according to the 2015 North American Camping Report from Kampgrounds of America, Inc

Pound for pound, these Tokyo hotel experiences pack a punch

An upscale Tokyo hotel is inviting its guests to delve into Japanese culture with new packages featuring sumo wrestling and kabuki

WWII museum tells story of African American soldiers who 'fought for the right to fight'

The struggle of African Americans to achieve some semblance of equality in the military is the theme of a new exhibit in New Orleans

The 10 hottest destinations for summer 2015

These red-hot worldwide destinations offer plenty of reasons to travel -- think big birthday bashes, global celebrations, incredible new access and once-in-a-lifetime (and limited time) activities -- at surprisingly affordable prices

Finally, TripAdvisor will let you review your terrible (or pleasant) airport experiences

TripAdvisor is adding review pages for more than 200 world airports, starting with the airport that has been named the best in the world

Airlines, consumer groups bicker over ticket-change fees

Consumer groups are urging the Transportation Department to rein in change fees for airline tickets, which grew significantly during the last decade

Portugal's TAP Air eyes 10 new U.S. cities under ownership of JetBlue founder

TAP's owners now include David Neeleman, who founded and is the CEO of Brazil's Azul

Carnival does hundreds of burials at sea each year

A growing trend among passengers is scattering cremated ashes of loved ones at sea

Celebrity Cruises Launches Private Charter Fly-Cruises from Stansted

Celebrity Cruises will launch an air charter service from the private jet terminal at London's Stansted Airport, beginning next summer

Tips for Keeping That Post-Vacation Feeling

Maintaining pleasure after a great vacation is a challenge, but there are vacation-extending tactics that can help

At Sweden’s Bungenas, a Wilderness Transformed

The remote peninsula on the tip of Gotland has been transformed into a summertime playground, sporting a restaurant and a performance space

Margate's Dreamland is back from the dead

Dreamland's phoenix-like return has attracted masses of publicity but do its retro rides and Instagram-friendly kitsch aesthetic live up to the hype?

Tudor Farmhouse, Clearwell, Forest of Dean: hotel review

In a remote gem of a village, this hotel offers fine food, luxury and history, with plenty of walks on the doorstep

Finding timeless utopia at the world's edge

An exclusive paddling trip through Tasmania's wild southwest corner offers solitude - while it lasts

Virgin Cruises Announces 3 Cruise Ships to Debut Starting in 2020

Virgin Cruises - the new cruise line founded by British billionaire Richard Branson - will build 3 cruise ships, set to debut in 2020, 2021 and 2022

MSC Cruises' CEO Reveals Plans to Establish Brand in U.S.

MSC Cruises, which is coming back to the United States when MSC Divina returns to Miami in November, is aiming to carve out a niche in the Caribbean market rather than become a major player, according to its CEO

A weekend break in... Ljubljana

A guide to short breaks in Ljubljana, Slovenia, including the best bars, restaurants, hotels and things to do

Rude hand gestures of the world

An illustrated guide to avoiding insulting the locals during your next foreign holiday

48 hours in Cagliari

Italy's Capital of Culture in 2015 has 25 centuries of heritage, with new flights from the UK making it even more accessible

16 can't-miss U.S. beaches

Summer officially starts on June 21. Take a look at pictures of some of the United States' most inviting beaches and start planning a sand-and-surf escape

Glamping, or how to camp without roughing it

Glamorous camping combines luxury with the great outdoors for a truly posh experience

Airlines, consumer groups bicker over ticket-change fees

Consumer groups are urging the Transportation Department to rein in change fees for airline tickets, which grew significantly during the last decade

Cyber attack targets LOT; CEO warns 'it can happen to anyone'

An apparent hack attack forced Polish carrier LOT had to cancel about 10 flights Sunday, grounding about 1,400 passengers

A Food Tour of Seinfeld’s New York

With Seinfeld making its streaming television debut this month, nostalgic fans may want to revisit what remains of the show’s New York food scene

AirAsia Faces Red Tape and Tough Competition in India

AirAsia has exported its low-cost model to India, hoping to catch its hundreds of millions in first-time fliers. It has proven harder than expected

Summer holidays in the Alps: eight great ideas

Winter ski holidays in the Alps can be extortionate but come summer prices tumble and there are bargains to be had on both activities and a huge choice of accommodation

The Porch House, Stow-on-the-Wold, the Cotswolds: hotel review

This 1,000-year-old inn is in an idyllic Cotswolds town beloved by American tourists and affluent down-from-Londoners, but it makes an effort to add excellent food and service to its perfect setting

Cruises for active people

Get yourself off the sunlounger and try one of these action-packed cruise excursions, from salmon snorkelling to glacier walking

How passport hustlers steal your documents

Footage shows the most common scams employed by thieves who target holidaymakers in order to steal their passports

Quaint Hotel, Gozo: Don't judge this hotel by its name

In the heart of the village of Nadur, high on a plateau above the harbour of the small island of Gozo (baby sister to Malta), the new Quaint Hotel is something of an anomaly

Coastal Turkey

Sparkling bays, staggering ruins, thrilling watersports, and chic hotels - there’s plenty to enhance a beach break, says Laura Holt

Frying Pan Tower offers ocean solitude and more

The Bicketts spent a recent family vacation at Frying Pan Tower, an iconic ocean hotel that is part of the growing trend of off-the-grid travel

Cruises: Sailing excursion explores the coastline of Cuba

AdventureSmith Explorations is giving travelers another way to see Cuba with the launch of eight-day cruises along the country's western and southern coastlines

Top 5 Caribbean water parks

These water parks will give your Caribbean vacation an extra kick of adrenaline

8 energy hacks to help you survive those 5 am wake up calls for early flights

A blaring alarm at 5am is never fun, although it doesn't have to be completely miserable

JetBlue will fly to Nashville, expand Mint service to Boston

JetBlue will make Nashville its newest city. The carrier also will expand its Mint premium service to Boston amid a broader expansion there

Mariane Pearl: Revisiting the Cuba of My Youth

A Havana neighborhood that the author has come to love during trips to her ancestral home remains true to the Cuba of old

Boom in Treetop Parks Lets Visitors Learn the Ropes

Aerial rope courses have grown more popular in the U.S., offering challenges to vacationing families and adrenaline-rushers alike

Door Opens Slightly to Cuba, but Businesses Face Difficulty Getting In

For all the early optimism, businesses and advocates for engagement are increasingly finding that genuine normalization is still more aspiration than reality

10 of the best ways to enjoy Copenhagen - on a budget

The Danish capital's reputation for being expensive is not entirely deserved. With planning, there's lots of fun to be had on a shoestring (if a high-quality one) and even great places to stay need not be out of reach

The Three Daggers, Edington, Wiltshire: hotel review

This revamped village inn offers a friendly atmosphere, house-brewed ales and some nice touches to welcome young families

Holidaymakers warned to take plenty of cash to Greece

Fears that Greek banks and ATMs may shut prompt warnings from travel advisers

The foodie traveller on New Haven's pizza wars

In the Connecticut, home of Yale University, they eat not pizza but 'apizza' - made to an old Neapolitan recipe and the subject of a family rivalry

America's artsiest new hotels

These new and soon-to-open lodgings build on the trend that elevates hotel art to gallery or museum status

Thailand 'red-flagged' for aviation safety concerns

The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) has given Thailand a red flag over what it sees as significant safety concerns in the aviation sector

The U.S. charges some of the highest aviation taxes in the world

A new report has revealed that Americans pay more in airline ticket taxes than most countries

Our guide to the hottest new cruise ships on order

What's next from the world's largest cruise lines? Below is our annual list of all the ocean-going cruise ships on order for major brands such as Carnival and Royal Caribbean

MSC Cruises' CEO Reveals Plans to Establish Brand in U.S.

MSC Cruises, which is coming back to the United States when MSC Divina returns to Miami in November, is aiming to carve out a niche in the market rather than become a major player, according to its CEO

In Athens, Austerity Makes Contemporary Art Palatable

Amid political and economic turmoil, Greek artists find inspiration, opportunity and a growing audience

Hotel Review: Praktik Bakery Hotel in Barcelona

The 74-room Praktik Bakery Hotel, with cheerful, inexpensive rooms, includes an artisanal bakery on the ground floor

Restaurant Report: Prima in Honolulu

The menu is divided between “not pizza” and pizza made in a hand-built brick oven from Naples

Taking to the seas on a newfangled Viking ship

The premium Viking Star eschews the eccentric scenery and clamor of a traditional cruise ship for a more posh, comfy and quiet feel.

Free Wi-Fi for everyone on Silversea Cruises

Every cruise passenger will have at least one hour of free Wi-Fi each day, the ultra-luxury cruise line announced.

From gambling to culinary capital

The spotlight is on the dining industry in Las Vegas and visitors are eating it up.

12 Best Costa Rica Experiences

For such a tiny country, Costa Rica sure crams in a lot. Equivalent in size to West Virginia, this rain forest-swaddled Central American country is home to more than 500,000 different species -- about 4 percent of all plant, insect and wildlife species on Earth. Check out 12 unforgettable ways to explore this lush, friendly republic.

The lost nation of Ruthenia: A journey through no man's land

Even by the erratic standards of frontiers in central Europe, this border post has had a colourful past. The side where I am presently standing marks a north-eastern extreme of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. The side I hoped to reach was the south-western frontier of another former superpower: the Soviet Union.

Furor forces airline group to scrap call for smaller carry-on bag

You can stop shopping for that new, smaller carry-on bag ... for now. The International Air Transport Assn. has backed off ("pausing," it said in a release) its Cabin OK initiative announced this month. That proposal would give the thumbs up to carry-on bags that were 21

Korean Air Prestige Suites To Land In Washington D.C.

Korean Air's new business class seats, marketed as Prestige Suites, will land in Washington D.C. in September.

These are the world's Best of the Best hotels, from far-flung escapes to over-the-top luxury hotels

Today Jetsetter announced the winners of their annual "Best of the Best" hotel awards to give exceptional properties special recognition.

The world's longest (and highest) glass-bottomed bridge

Visitors who dare venture forth can peer to the bottom of China's Grand Canyon, 300m below.

Hop to it: a craft beer tour of north Wales

A thriving community of breweries and micro-breweries has created a craft ale boom in the region. And what better souvenir than a case of beer that you've designed yourself?

The future: Airplanes that fix themselves?

It may sound like a line from a sci-fi novel, but scientists believe that in the near future airplane wings will be able to fix themselves on the go.

36 Hours in Lima, Peru

Lima’s attractions include a rich pre-Columbian heritage, ethnic diversity, and emerging art and fashion scenes, along with remarkably great food

In Iceland, Seeking a Luxury Hotel Amid the Rustic Charm

A trip outside Rejkyavik, where minimalist aesthetics and raw nature coexist

Senator Urges Inquiry Into Airline Behavior

Senator Richard Blumenthal of Connecticut asked the Justice Department to investigate whether airlines were engaging in anticompetitive behavior and colluding to limit capacity and drive up fares

Top 10 mountain bike rides in the Alps

With high-altitude blasts, epic rocky descents and hidden singletracks, mountain biking in the Alps is a fun and fast-paced assault on the senses

The Porch House, Stow-on-the-Wold, the Cotswolds: hotel review

This 1,000-year-old inn is in an idyllic Cotswolds town beloved by American tourists and affluent down-from-Londoners, but it makes an effort to add excellent food and service to its perfect setting

Gourmet Italy: what to eat and drink in Umbria

Tim Jepson offers a guide to the best dishes, destinations and food-themed holidays in Umbria, the "green heart of Italy"

10 of the world's best dinosaur museums

Has seeing "Jurassic World" got you raring to learn more about tyrannosaurs and raptors? Here are some real life dino exhibits to dig

Airbus to build global blanket of 900 satellites to give us internet from space

Airbus has signed a joint venture to build a blanket of 900 satellites that will pepper the stratosphere to provide internet from space

The Uber Vacation: It's cheap. It's easy. But is it really travelling?

Travellers are falling for the UberX ride-sharing app. But do you really want to explore a new city from the back seat of a stranger's car?

Airlines 'bank' flights to help connections; are delays a risk?

As airlines bunch flights at their hubs to tighten connections and raise revenue, a new industry report warns that American and United might suffer more delays and cancellations

Windstar Cruises throws in free tours on more sailings

Windstar Cruises is extending its recent offer of free shore excursions on Greece and Turkey sailings to more itineraries in the Mediterranean

Cruise Cell Phone Roaming Charges Comparison

Wonder which cell phone company offers the best roaming rates while on a cruise ship? View our research on cruise ship cell phone roaming charges by provider

Lodging Taxes and Airbnb Hosts: Who Pays, and How

The “sharing” economy has led to more scrutiny from local governments that require hosts to collect and pay occupancy taxes for short-term rentals

Top 10 restaurants in Barcelona for great value set lunches

Pick the menú del día and lunch in Barcelona will become a tasty adventure in the best of Catalan cooking in the city’s most interesting quarters – and a more affordable experience too

Isles of Scilly holiday guide: what to do, plus the best beaches, restaurants and hotels

Azure seas, sub-tropical gardens and white sand beaches and just 15 minutes from Cornwall

Tudor Farmhouse, Clearwell, Forest of Dean: hotel review

In a remote gem of a village, this hotel offers fine food, luxury and history, with plenty of walks on the doorstep

Should tourist numbers be capped in cities like Barcelona?

Spain's second city has a new mayor - who has controversial plans to cap the number of tourists in her popular home. Is this the (limited) future of travel?

A weekend break in... Hamburg

A guide to short breaks in Hamburg, Germany, including the best bars, restaurants, hotels and things to do

Best places in Europe 2015

Europe is a magical miscellany of peoples and places, and the range of destinations can be overwhelming if you’re planning a trip

Travel to Greece: Should holidaymakers be anxious?

Greece is the word, judging by the number of concerned prospective holidaymakers who have got in touch this week

St Austell walk: Away from Eden to the Cornish Alps

Even in high season, Cornwall has its forgotten corners, overlooked by tourists, perhaps still recovering from the blows of a declining industrial past. Is St Austell one such place?

Paris Air Show Day 3: Showing off new planes; hope for the 747?

Plane orders continued to trickle in on the third day of the Paris Air Show

Ratings: Qatar Airways named world's best airline for 2015

Qatar Airways was tabbed as the world's best airline in 2015, according to the annual World Airline Awards published by Skytrax

Carnival to ban carry-on bottled beverages

Carnival Cruise Line hopes the ban will stop disguised alcohol being smuggled onboard

Fred. Olsen Cancels Cruise Due to Noro Outbreak on Ship

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has been forced to cancel a forthcoming cruise after another outbreak of Norovirus on one of its ships

How to Pick a Cellphone Plan for Traveling Abroad

Pay attention to the payment plans for SIM cards, take your chances with Wi-Fi or rely on data. These are just a few of the choices you’ll need to make

Your Giant Carry-On Bag Is Safe for Now

An international association announced guidelines encouraging fliers to get smaller carry-on luggage. But airlines don’t seem eager to follow them

In London, Hands-On Graffiti

Tours offer travelers hands-on insight into Barcelona’s “Street Life” and London’s graffiti scene

The Osprey, Cumbria: Widescreen views of Windermere

Windermere is the largest body of fresh water in England, and on a sunny day it can feel like the country's biggest tourist magnet, too

Schengen: Luxembourg's sleepy town that banished the borders

It's a place that everyone has heard of, but very few have seen. A golden triangle at the heart of Europe, sitting on the edge of three countries

Napoleon's Italian idyll: six reasons to exile yourself to Elba

Unsung, historic and beautiful, Elba - the island where Napoelon was exiled prior to Waterloo - has plenty to offer British holidaymakers too

11 Ways to Prevent Identity Theft While Traveling

Identity theft is a growing problem worldwide, especially for travelers. Here are 11 ways to prevent identity theft on your next trip

Sacred waters: To truly understand Angkor Wat, follow the river that shaped its history

The river’s sandstone banks were carved, in situ, with god figures, animals and hundreds of fertility symbols dating to between 950 and 1100

The best cruises for golf lovers

Pack your clubs and take a cruise to some of the best golf courses in the world

New first-class seat design will make you dream big

A new design in first-class airline seat adjusts the seat to the flier rather than the flier to the seat

A U.S. senator is trying to stop this hotel booking scam.

Guard your personal details when booking your next hotel

Top 10 affordable family summer holidays in Europe

A family summer holiday in a popular destination doesn't have to cost the Earth

Four New Carnival Corp. Cruise Ships to Be World's Largest

After a March announcement that it plans to build nine new cruise ships by 2022, Carnival Corp. has said four of those ships will be 180,000-ton environmentally friendly vessels, slated to be the largest in the world in terms of passenger capacity

In Tucson, an Unsung Architectural Oasis

One of the city's better-kept secrets is how often you can find significant examples of mid-20th century architecture

Airport carpets of the world: reviewed

Bizarre website catalogues the often unsavoury patterns on departure lounge floors

Science Museum, London: the exhibits you must see

The curators of London's Science Museum select their favourite exhibits, including a model of a satellite found at an antique shop in Suffolk

We pay scant attention to local customs when abroad

We should remember we are not at home

48 hours in Brighton

Colourful, cosmopolitan and with cheek, Brighton attracts a year-round crowd. However, it's during the warm, summer months that this Regency resort really sparkles.

Stay in a beach hut

From one of George Clarke's Amazing Spaces to Dotty, Betty, Percy, Hattie, and Bertie on Mersea Island

6 new theme park rides that are worth the trip

U.S. theme parks are trying to lure you in by creating rides that try to do what no other ride can. Six new rides are totally worth the trip

11 best ways to experience Hawaii

When visiting Hawaii, who doesn't imagine packing up and relocating to America's tropical wonderland?

Hotel Upgrade app helps spot the extra perks when booking a room

Get help finding extra perks at no cost with the Hotel Upgrade app

Bombardier shows off new C Series airliners at Paris Air Show

Canadian jetmaker Bombardier showed off its new C Series aircraft here on Sunday just as the Paris Air Show sets to open Monday

Qatar Airways CEO tweaks Delta in announcing Boeing 777 order

Qatar Airways is buying 14 more of Boeing's 777 widebody planes, with the carrier's outspoken launching a barb at U.S. rival Delta in the process

AmaWaterways releases details about Disney river cruise ships

AmaWaterways releases details about family cabins on Disney river cruise sailings

Cruise Line Announces Sale of Luxury Small Ship

Paul Gauguin Cruises has sold one of its two ships, Tere Moana, after less than three years in its fleet

Exploring Franche-Comté, France’s Well-Kept Secret

This little-known region includes surprising museums, fragrant cheese caves and charming villages among its many attractions

'Discipline' for Airlines, Pain for Fliers

Airline executives’ comments about “discipline,” meaning limiting flights and seats, could be interpreted as invitations to restrict capacity increases to keep fares high

Restaurant Report: Bastardo in Lisbon

The best dishes from the chef, Luis Miguel Rodrigues, are grounded in traditional cuisine, with only subtle twists

Conflicts in Syria and Region Take Toll on Jordan’s Tourism

Many of the foreigners who do come now are people drawn by the very turmoil that keeps tourists away: aid workers, journalists, refugees

New U.S. Customs Regulation Squashes Cruises to Nowhere

New U.S. government regulations mean that cruise lines will no longer be able to offer cruises to nowhere -- short voyages where ships sail into international waters and return without calling on any ports -- from American ports

UK coastal walks: Belle Tout lighthouse, Birling Gap, East Sussex

A guide to some of the UK's best coastal walks, including what to see along the way

China throws a lifeline to Tanzania's elephants

As Tanzania's elephant population falls drastically, there are hopes that China stands by its "game changing" commitment to halt domestic production of ivory

9 Reasons Why Vietnam Is the New Thailand

Here are nine reasons why Vietnam is the new Thailand (a.k.a., the best place to go in Southeast Asia right now)

Seaside Boarding House, Dorset: Groucho style, with a dollop of kitsch

Think of a boarding house and think of tatty interiors, overcooked vegetables and faded kiss-me-quick charm

An opulent, cozy base to explore Peru's highlands

This secluded hotel offers spectacular views and complimentary excursions along with its warm and inviting lodgings

Top 25 hotels on earth

Wondering where to travel next and seeking some inspiration? Trip Advisor just released its list of the world’s 25 top hotels

Boeing: World will need 38,050 new planes in next 20 years

The world's airlines will need more than 38,000 new airplanes during the next two decades, Boeing said Thursday in its annual market forecast

Norwegian Cruise Line to change Ultimate Dining Package

Now NCL guests can pick the number of nights in their personal Ultimate Dining Package

36 Hours in Zagreb, Croatia

No longer just a stop on the way to the coast, Croatia’s capital has seen a surge in popularity, with lounges, bistros and chic designer ateliers in an Old World setting

Hotels Offer Luxury Shopping Inside Your Rooms

Luxury hotels are increasingly partnering with high-end retailers to give guests insider shopping experiences and perks

Find your inner Nigella on a foodie cruise

Cruise lines are tempting holidaymakers with culinary programmes and celebrity-chef partnerships

Explore literary Ireland

The landscape, people and culture have inspired writers such as WB Yeats – born 150 years ago this Saturday – for centuries

Tulum: in search of an authentic Mexican flavour

Recently described as the Williamsburg of Mexico by the New York Times, Tulum is still one of the most low-key of Mexico's Mayan Riviera tourist resorts

Kazimierz Dolny: Creativity runs deep in this part of Poland

The town has a rich tradition as a centre for folk music, Jewish history, fine art and film

Stockholm airport installs weather simulator

New portal allows travelers to try out their destination's climate before they fly there

Carnival: You can't bring bottled water on our ships

Carnival is banning customers from bringing bottled water onto its ships. But the cruise line says the problem is booze, not H20

Tiny Travel Gadgets You Didn't Know You Needed

Having the latest technology at your fingertips doesn't have to mean weighing down your suitcase. We've found eight can't-travel-without gadgets you never knew existed (until now), and best of all, they're all pocket-sized

Top 10 Reasons to Visit Russia

Winston Churchill called Russia a "riddle wrapped in a mystery inside an enigma," which is perhaps even more true today

Best seat in the house: Where to dine or drink with a view in Vegas

Vegas is all about the glitz and the glamor, so make sure your meal goes with the best views

Amtrak receives a whopping $242 million budget cut

Lawmakers pass legislation that cuts transportation spending significantly

8 productivity hacks to make packing for your next business trip easier

Save time and energy packing for your next trip with these hacks

Militants Hit Karnak Temple, in 2nd Recent Attack on Egyptian Tourist Sites

The explosion in Luxor came about a week after gunmen shot and killed two tourism police officers near the pyramids of Giza, raising fears that militants want to hurt the tourism sector

Travel Help for Families With Special Needs

Meghann Harris is the founder of SpecialGlobe.com, a new travel website for families with children who have physical and cognitive challenges

Global Airlines Move Toward Even Smaller Carry-On Bags

Airlines recommended even smaller carry-on bags in an effort to free up space in overhead bins. The guideline is not binding

Rugby World Cup 2015: guide to tickets, packages, hotels and pubs

Our Rugby World Cup 2015 guide includes details on how to buy tickets, advice on where to stay, and the best pubs to visit in each host city

Gourmet Italy: what to eat and drink in Puglia

The heel of Italy is renowned for superb traditional cuisine. Tim Jepson offers a guide to the best dishes, destinations and food-themed holidays

Is this Britain's most bizarre village?

The lifelong project of an eccentric architect, the Welsh village of Portmeirion is eclectic, irreverent, impish – and constantly reinventing itself

Lisbon springs into summer life

This weekend's colourful San Antonio festival will be boisterous... and packed with sardines

Top 20 museums around the world

Museums are the gateway to a world behind the one we normally see - check out the most well-known and exciting around the world

Down the Danube: 8 Great European Rivers to Cruise

As river cruises grow in popularity, you may be overwhelmed by the options out there. Fear not: Here's a primer on eight of Europe's prettiest rivers, and the cruises you can take on each one

What $100 a night will get you in 10 cities around the world

The cost of a budget motel and a luxury resort may not be as drastically different as you think

Malta hotels

An insider's guide to the best hotels in Malta, featuring the top places to stay in Valletta, St George's Bay, St Julian's, Paceville and Mdina, including luxury, family-friendly, affordable and boutique hotels

American Airlines announces service to Australia

American Airlines is adding a high-profile new route to Australia. The carrier announced on Tuesday that it will begin flying nonstop to Sydney, offering daily nonstop service from Los Angeles

Expedition Cruise Line Reveals New Cruise Itineraries for 2016

Un-Cruise Adventures is heading south. The small-ship expedition cruise line released its 2016 itineraries, highlighted by first-time visits to the Galapagos Islands, Costa Rica and Panama

How to Find a Truly Quiet Hotel Room

The quest for a silent night is often an elusive task for travelers, but there are ways to improve your chances

Where to Go in La Brea, Los Angeles

The L.A. neighborhood has more than a dozen trendy new restaurants and boutiques selling home goods and fashions from up-and-coming designers

Using Dance to Connect With Locals

Learning local dances is a way of experiencing the culture in a direct (and fun) way — in a language that needs no words

The 20 best hidden beaches in the UK

The top 20 beautiful secret beaches in the UK, with information on how to reach them and the best hotels and restaurants nearby

Game of Thrones tourism boost for County Antrim

County Antrim in Northern Ireland experiences surge in global online interest, new research shows

10 of the world's best hotel spas

One of the most potent weapons a hotel can have in its arsenal is a killer spa

Le Bourget Paris Air Show 2015: What to watch for

Drones, remote tech and aircraft cabins of the future on the agenda at major aviation industry event

TSA screeners failed tests to detect explosives, weapons

Airport screeners failed to detect explosives and weapons in nearly every test that an undercover Homeland Security team conducted at dozens of airports

Bristol: Green and pleasantly off-beat

Forward-thinking restaurants and art initiatives have turned this into a model of urban sustainabilty

Air travel demand projected to double in 20 years

Demand to fly will likely double, over next two decades, but industry may not be ready

Something spicy in the works for 'world's most luxurious cruise ship'

Seven Seas Explorer, 'the most luxurious ship in the world,' will add an Asian eatery

Exclusive: Cruise line Azamara plans major makeover of ships

The upscale line today will announce unprecedented overhauls for both of its ships

Best beaches in America 2015

Time to plan your summer beach vacation-- why not try one of the best?

Pulling Fare Data From Travel Sites, Some Airlines Seek to Book More Flights

For consumers, this means that the hunt for the lowest fare has become more difficult as the number of places where they can comparison-shop has dropped

Gorillas in Rwanda: the world's greatest conservation success?

How the chance to see gorillas in Rwanda has benefited tourists, local people - and the animals themselves

New York Edition: Ian Schrager, Studio 54 and the rise of boutique hotels

Hotelier? Developer? Club owner? Designer? Samuel Muston met the pre-eminent creator of fun places of the past four decades at his latest opening

Dinners are not just about taste: Watching chefs at work

Formal dining rooms, stiff service, silver cloches - high-end hotel restaurants of yore wouldn't satisfy modern culinary cravings. Those settings still exist, but in the past, as fancy as things looked, the kitchens at the back were another matter: all strip lighting and functional industrial catering equipment - not that we'd ever have sneaked a peek

Could seaplanes be the future of transatlantic flight?

Seaplanes could be the answer to at least two of modern aviation's greatest burdens: airport congestion and noise pollution

5 ways to travel smarter this summer

No matter where you're going this summer, there are some easy things you can do before you leave to make your vacation less stressful

Three excellent, less-crowded-than-the-Louvre Paris museums to explore

On a rainy day, skip the crowded Louvre for one of Paris' lesser-known museums, such as Jacquemart-André, Guimet or Carnavalet

The cultural tourist: Baku

Oil boom gives the Azerbaijan capital Baku a Parisian facelift

These are the world's 10 most expensive hotels

These luxurious resorts come with top-dollar price tags. The experience: priceless

48 hours in Hobart: what to do, where to go

Fresh local produce, smart restaurants, Mona art gallery and some of Australia's best festivals make the Tasmanian capital a must-visit for a weekend awa

Even Outlaw Country fans now have their own cruise

Outlaw country fans, your ship has come in. Literally. Blackberry Smoke, Lucinda Williams, Steve Earle and The Mavericks are among the musicians headlining what's being billed as the first Outlaw Country cruise

New Regent Seven Seas Cruise Ship to Feature Pan-Asian Restaurant

Regent Seven Seas Cruises has revealed that the third specialty restaurant onboard its new Seven Seas Explorer will be an upscale Pan-Asian restaurant called Pacific Rim. Both the design and the menu will be inspired by the different Asian cultures

In Sardinia, an Affordable Family-Run Farm Stay

The farm and guesthouse Agriturismo La Sorgente provided a glimpse into Sardinia’s rural past and still rural present

Biking Through History in Philadelphia

A new bicycle sharing program, and a challenging race, are two reasons to see Philadelphia on two wheels

Facing Elite Bloat, Airlines Move the Goal Posts

Airlines have become increasingly skilled at ranking fliers by just how elite they are, and at public displays of this customer-importance ranking

Walmer Castle: Wellington's former residence reopens

The Duke of Wellington's wonderfully English final words were spoken at Walmer Castle, which reopens today following a refurbishment

Vietnam sending tourists on a cruise to disputed region

Country's trial cruise to disputed Spratly Islands that could pathe way for increased tourism in the area risks China's ire

Viking Star cruises: The river stalwart is expanding into ocean voyages

Clad in a swimsuit, I hesitantly push open the door and step on to a crisp layer of snow. It's 8am and my plastic flip-flops leave footprints in the fresh flakes as I walk around and catch my breath

48 hours in Detroit

Architecture, grassroots development and new flights make this Michigan city enticing

Aman Tokyo: A piece of peace, high above the city

The word "Aman" is Sanskrit for peace, and from the moment you step out of the elevator on the 33rd floor of Tokyo's sleek new Otemachi Tower, it's clear this is a hotel that's been designed to inspire a Zen-like serenity

Qatar World Cup: Why flight 2022 could leave you grounded

Could it be that, come 2022, British travellers have reason to be grateful to the FBI? One possible spin-off from the Feds' investigation of corruption at Fifa is that anyone thinking of a Christmas holiday in Asia, Africa or Australia may be spared high air fares and scarce seats

10 Best Boutique Hotels in Southern California

California dreamin'? Check into one of these SoCal boutique hotels to ensure a totally rad night's sleep

Malta travel guide

An insider's guide to Malta's best hotels, restaurants, bars, shops, attractions and things to do, including how to travel there and around

Virgin America pilots vote to unionize

Pilots at Virgin America have voted to unionize, the carrier announced Thursday. Virgin America had been the last major U.S. airline with non-union pilots

New cruise line to offer 'social impact' vacations

Would you take a cruise to help people in need? Industry giant Carnival Corp. is betting on it

36 Hours in Savannah, Ga.

Yes, there are live oaks and elegant squares, but also innovative cuisine, a lively bar scene and a lush 30-acre park to stroll

Hotel Review: Portrait Firenze in Florence

The hotel, owned by the Ferragamo Group, uses midcentury furnishings and original photographs from the Ferragamo archives to create gorgeous 1950s-era interiors

World's top 25 amusement parks

The Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World in Florida welcomed more than 19 million visitors in 2014

Britain's best beach cafes and restaurants

Places to eat near the UK's best beaches in Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Wales, Norfolk and Yorkshire, including the best seaside restaurants

I've landed where? Misleading airport names

Which airports are the most ridiculous distance from the cities they are supposed to serve?

Bhutan by bike, motorcycle, bus and on foot: Five ways to explore this mountain kingdom

Trisha Andres enjoys the mountainous, remote and heart-stoppingly beautiful landlocked Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan

Do you need travel insurance? Use this checklist

For some trips, travel insurance is a virtual necessity; for others, it's worthless. The question boils down to a matter of risk

The top cruise ship crews

The best service is personalized. These cruise ship crews go above and beyond

The Uber Vacation: It's cheap. It's easy. But is it really travelling?

Travellers are falling for the UberX ride-sharing app. But do you really want to explore a new city from the back seat of a stranger's car?

As if the setting weren't enough, 2 Waikiki hotels add luxury features

Guests at two Waikiki resorts can now stay in posh new surroundings thanks to recently multimillion-dollar renovations

Boeing says wing production has started for 737 MAX jets

Boeing's new 737 MAX passenger jet is one step closer to becoming a reality. The company confirmed Tuesday that production of the airplane's wings has begun at its 737 manufacturing plant

River Cruise Lines Reassure Passengers on Yangtze Safety

River cruise lines that cater to international tourists are reassuring passengers that their vessels on China's busy Yangtze River are safe, in response to the tragic capsizing of a riverboat there

Up on the Roof: Top-Floor Attractions Help Maximize Revenues

Developers are trying to squeeze more money out of their real estate by taking advantage of their rooftops and observatories

In Varazdin, a Thriving Arts Scene Emerges

A cultural explosion is taking place in castles and squares, in churches and a synagogue and along the ancient streets of Varazdin

Camping in Church? Make Way for Champers

Travelers can now spend a night surrounded by history in three of England’s treasured country churches as part of the “champing” program

Luxury cruises: 12 incredible rooms on the river

From decadence on the Danube to luxury on the Nile, see our pick of the best river cruise suites

A weekend break in... Ibiza Town

A guide to short breaks in Ibiza Town, Spain, including the best bars, restaurants, hotels and things to do

The world's most incredible caves

How far underground does the world's deepest cave stretch? Where can you visit caves lit by glow worms?

The worst countries for flight delays

Portugal has topped a table of the worst countries for summer flight delays

Into the Glacier in Iceland

The country's ambitious new tourist attraction has just opened to the public. Siobhan Norton tries out the new 500m tunnel through one of Europe's largest glaciers

USA cruise on the Intracoastal Waterway

Enjoy antebellum charm and a window on to this region's rich history

The Principal, Madrid: A private spot on the street that never sleeps

The Principal occupies a grand old Spanish Renaissance-style corner building, with its main doorway discreetly hidden down a side street

How to Travel Without a Bag

Camera, water, sunscreen, hand sanitizer, tissues, etc. It can be hard to travel light without sacrificing the essentials that keep you comfortable and healthy on the road

Eiffel Tower Closes as Staff Strike Over Pickpockets

"There have always been pickpockets at the Eiffel Tower, but we are now facing an organized network" said a union representative

Speedier boarding? Delta to try preloading carry-on bags

Airlines are trying to save time by speeding up a part of flying that creates delays even before the plane leaves the gate: the boarding process

Testing Android Smart Watches for Travel

If you want a smartwatch to make travel easier, Apple Watch is hard to beat. But what about all those Android competitors?

Work and Play in Paris's Silicon Sentier

The area of central Paris around rue du Sentier, once home to part of the garment district, is now home to a hive of innovation

North Korea hopes to welcome two million tourists

North Korea wants to increase its number of annual visitors from 100,000 to two million

Paris removes 'love locks' from Pont des Arts bridge

Paris started removing padlocks from the Pont des Arts bridge on Monday in an attempt to end the tourist tradition of "love locks" on the promenade

Red Bay: a corner of Canada that is forever Basque

Nigel Richardson steps into the past in a Labrador fishing village that has only recently uncovered its remarkable links with 16th-century Spain

10 great journeys on British waterways

The best narrowboat and barge holidays on UK canals and waterways, chosen by Paul Miles

Hidden Hotel Fees

Hotels have always offered their share of unreasonable fees, but in recent years the industry has begun upping the ante

Cruise smackdown: Anthem of the Seas vs. Norwegian Getaway

In this, the second of our new series of Cruise Ship Smackdowns, we're pitting Royal Caribbean's new Anthem of the Seas against Norwegian Cruise Line's latest vessel, Norwegian Getaway

Osborne House, Isle of Wight: Gateway to the royal treatment

As the name suggests, you've got to be pretty special to pass through Sovereign's Gate

The most awarded restaurants you hear the least about

These spots may not enjoy name recognition, but they serve award-worthy food all the same

Philadelphia to be 1st U.S. city to get flights on the all-new Airbus A350

Philadelphia will be the first city in the United States to land regular passenger service on the new Airbus A350

Southwest says it's now the second-busiest carrier at Washington National

Southwest Airlines will add a new route to Florida out of Washington's Reagan National Airport (DCA)

In Hawaii, Surf, Sun and Snow

Donning a parka atop a mountain, relaxing at the pool or watching lava flow, visitors to this part of Hawaii encounter vastly different landscapes

Nobu Hotel, Manila, Philippines

We take a look inside Nobu Hotel Manila, the first hotel opening in Asia for the restaurant-to-the-stars

Algarve a self-catering haven thanks to Lidl

Low-cost supermarkets Lidl and Aldi make the Algarve, Portugal, an ideal spot for self-catering, as food prices fall across Europe

Soaking in a unique bath culture

The alchemy behind Bhutan's hot stone baths draws on both Indian Ayurvedic practices and the traditional medicine of 7th-century Tibet

Vancouver Island: On the road in Canada's wild west

Vancouver Island once had ties to Britain, but its rugged landscape, unique culture and unmissable wildlife are a world away

Wales has mastered the art of beautiful gloom

I love it that the Welsh have a positive - indeed, greedy - genius for melancholy

Nine Easy Hikes That Will Take Your Breath Away

Check out our list of hikes around the world that offer breathtaking views without a breathtaking effort -- they're all three hours or less

11 Best Morocco Experiences

Discover some of Morocco's hidden treasures, from Berber villages to sanctuaries for rare birds

Can You Tell Which Crazy Hotel Amenities Are Real?

If you fancy yourself a regular human lie detector, put your skills on the line and see if you can guess which of these wacky hotel amenities are the real deal

They're back! 'New' Eastern Air Lines makes first revenue flight

Eastern Airlines is back. A current reincarnation of the iconic U.S. airline brand flew its first flight with paying passengers Thursday afternoon, operating a charter flight from Miami to Havana, Cuba

Progress for LaGuardia overhaul? Main terminal developer picked

Finally, there appears to be some tangible progress in the long-running efforts to give New York's LaGuardia Airport a much-needed makeover

A Tour of Sardinia, Full of Discoveries

The Frugal Traveler finds hospitality hiding everywhere in the island’s rugged landscape

Restaurant Report: The Grey in Savannah, Georgia

A carefully restored former bus depot serves as a home for a talented chef whose pared-down dishes let local products shine

Hotel Review: Tierras Enamoradas

Seclusion and adventure can be had at a sprawling eco resort in a Costa Rican rain forest

Should holidaymakers to Greece be worried about a Grexit?

As crunch time nears for Greece's debt repayments, Nick Trend advises on what a Grexit could mean for tourists this summer

Can the QE2 be saved?

The famous cruise ship is falling into disrepair in a hot, humid dock in Dubai, but plans are afoot to save it

The 20 best Mediterranean islands

The best Mediterranean islands for family, luxury, beach, culture, walking and romantic holidays, with information on resorts and hotels in Sardinia, Santorini, Crete, Cyprus and Ibiza

Nobu Hotel, Manila, Philippines

We take a look inside Nobu Hotel Manila, the first hotel opening in Asia for the restaurant-to-the-stars

Djibouti and the Afar Triple Junction

Africa's eighth smallest country has volcanos, petrified forests, desert plains, salt lakes and coral reefs in an area one-sixth the size of England

Cruise Argyll's coastline

Opening up lochs, isles and elusive sea life in a spectacular corner of Scotland

Luxury line Crystal touts two more epic world cruises

Crystal Cruises will send both of its ships on epic world cruises in 2018 -- a first for the line

Carnival Introduces Cruise Rewards Program Down Under

Carnival Cruise Line has launched a rewards program especially for Australians called VIFP (Very Important Fun Person)

Progress for LaGuardia overhaul? Main terminal developer picked

Finally, there appears to be some tangible progress in the long-running efforts to give New York's LaGuardia Airport a much-needed makeover

Delta gets first '242-ton' variant of the Airbus A330

Airbus formally delivered its first 242-ton A330 long-haul aircraft to launch customer Atlanta-based Delta Air Lines Thursday evening at its headquarters in Southwestern France

36 Hours in Chapel Hill-Carrboro, N.C.

These two Southern neighbors offer plenty of options for weekend travelers, from bluegrass under the oaks to a sprawling farmers’ market

A weekend break in... Bergen

A guide to short breaks in Bergen, Norway, including the best bars, restaurants, hotels and things to do

Whistler ski resort launches total smoking ban

Canada's biggest ski area will introduce a resort-wide no smoking policy from the end of May

Would IAG takeover of Aer Lingus lead to higher fares?

IAG - the parent company of British Airways - is hoping to add Aer Lingus to its portfolio

Kuala Lumpur's street food: Not a 'scene', more a way of life

It's 11am on Sunday morning and Kin Kin, a hole-in-the-wall restaurant in Kuala Lumpur, is full. Nobody is here for the extensive menu

Delta pilot orders pizza for delayed flight

Diverted because of bad weather in Atlanta, a Delta Air Lines pilot and airport crew turned to the classic solution for many a grumpy passenger: pizza

America's prettiest beach campsites

Check out these sublime seaside camping spots, where visitors fall asleep to the sound of the surf and awaken to scenery to rival any five-star hotel

New luxury hotel in Cuba to offer Wi-Fi in every room

Cuba's first hotel to offer Wi-Fi in every room won't be in Havana but rather at a beach resort in Cayo Coco on the north side of the island nation

Top 10: the best Amalfi Coast hotels

An insider's guide to the best hotels on the Amalfi Coast, including in Positano, Sorrento and Ravello, featuring the top places to stay for clifftop views, romantic dining, Michelin-starred restaurants, private terraces and delightful breakfasts

Airbus hints at boost in A320 production rate

Airbus may be pushing out as many as 60 A320-family passenger jets per month as early as 2018, according to top Airbus executives

First look: The swanky spa planned for 'most luxurious ship ever'

A new cruise ship that's being billed as the most luxurious ever will feature a lavishly appointed spa operated by Canyon Ranch

Another new Windstar Cruises ship christened in Europe

The rapid expansion of small-ship line Windstar Cruises continued Monday with the christening of its second new vessel in a month

Four Ways to Earn Airline Miles Quickly With a Hotel Stay

These are factors to consider before booking a hotel room on PointsHound or Rocketmiles that can earn you thousands of frequent-flier miles

The world's highest observation decks

Ahead of the opening of the One World Observatory in New York, we round up 15 of the world's loftiest views

Thailand's best unspoilt islands

Tom Vater explores Thailand's lesser-known outposts, where bar crawls are replaced by traditional island life

Travel technology opens doors, but human contact is key

Travel is becoming increasingly impersonal. Railway station ticket offices are being chomped up by machines, while the airport experience is rapidly being swallowed up by technology as we're encouraged to download and self-serve rather than interact with another human being

Var, France: It's Provence, but where are the crowds?

In Provence, they like to keep secrets. Some things you only tell your family, handing down through the generations. Like where your private beach is, where to gather mushrooms or find a haul of sea urchins

Canal cruises: Glide through Europe and its tales of the riverbank

Were you one of the half-million viewers glued to the surprise hit television programme, All Aboard: The Canal Trip? Filmed in real time, the two-hour programme followed the Kennet and Avon Canal from a camera fixed to the prow of a narrowboat

Safestay, York: A very spirited place to stay

The purple front door on Safestay's grand Georgian exterior offers a hint of what to expect inside

Foodie revolution meets small-town charm in Nova Scotia

A push by entrepreneurs in the North End has transformed Halifax

5 over-the-top concierge services in Las Vegas

Make your next Vegas vacation a little more luxurious with these cool concierge offerings

Norwegian Cruise Line reverses controversial food ban

That sure didn't last long. Norwegian Cruise Line has ended a controversial ban on passengers taking food out of its ships' buffets and other eateries to consume in other areas of the vessels

Paris officials go on door-to-door raid of illegal Airbnb rentals

Airbnb may be generating major economic wins in some cities, like the $1 billion in revenue it says it was responsible for last year in New York, but the City of Love is not showing much love to the home-sharing service lately

Busiest airports: Seattle pushes past Newark amid Delta-Alaska turf war

Passenger traffic is booming at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. The News Tribune of Tacoma, Washington, reports that traffic could reach 42 million passengers

In Kansas City, All Things Craft

The Westport neighborhood has become a destination for craft beers, local charcuterie and indie-label clothes

Four Apps for Mapping Your Walking Routes

These apps track your route to create an interactive record of where you’ve been, even adding photos, videos and notes to make a digital scrapbook

Booze cruises: the best alternatives to wine-tasting

From beer to absinthe, these are some of the best alternatives to wine-tasting cruises

Cunard 175th anniversary: cruise ships dance on the Mersey

Cunard's Three Queens perform in sequence at Liverpool's dock as part of the cruise line's 175th anniversary celebrations

Welsh Patagonia

It's been 150 years since the first settlers left Wales to forge a new life in South America

Cotton House Hotel, Barcelona: Cotton on to those good things in life

I'm standing at the top of a six-storey spiral staircase which is suspended from the ceiling by industrial-looking metal rods. My head spins as I stare down the shaft, blinking rapidly at the tiny square of floor below

Secrets of the Azores

The Azores archipelago comprises nine mysterious, volcanic islands cast away 600 miles from the nearest landmass in the middle of the Atlantic

Top ways to experience the Everglades

Florida isn't all theme parks and towering beachside condos. Here's how to explore its famed "river of grass"

The World's Coolest Lakes

Summer's siren call is the water. Whether it's a spectacular lake in a national park, a deep green mountain lake or nothing much bigger than a glistening pond, a lake provides endless joy

Sleek, cheeky, what else did you expect? Virgin's first hotel opens in Chicago

Mired in delays, the company's first property launched this winter in Chicago intending to lure not just its frequent flyers, but also an inevitable horde of summer tourists

Nine surprising facts about passports

Did you know the U.S. government recommends you send your passport application in a special envelope? Or that losing a lot of weight may trigger the need for a renewal?

Singapore Airlines gives a boost to premium economy options

Like the perks of a business-class seat but not the price tag? International carriers are increasingly rolling out new seats and service that attempt to split the difference

Hawaiian Airlines to remove Sendai route, blaming weak yen

A weak yen and lack of passenger interest have led Hawaiian Airlines to drop service to Sendai beginning in September

27 Amazing Natural Wonders in Asia

Asia is home to many of the world's most breathtaking natural wonders. Here are our favorites

Restaurant Report: Cantina 32

At a friendly bistro on the pedestrian Rua das Flores, there are two rules: do not refuse the bread, and order the cheesecake

Hotel Review: The Dean

A stylish hotel imbued with originality and the creative spirit of the Providence arts community

The Line: East London's new modern art walk

Tomorrow sees the opening on an East London art walk showcasing works by the likes of Damien Hirst and Anthony Gormley. Sophie Campbell offers her verdict

Rio de Janeiro tourism officials say 'violence has returned'

Brazil's hotel association chief is concerned that a string of recent stabbings may put tourists off Rio de Janeiro

Namibia guide: From Mad Max to wildlife, via weird and wonderful landscapes

Giant sand dunes, salt flats, the world's oldest desert and a 1,000-mile coastline - these extremes are home to unique creatures from dune larks to desert elephants

Croatia yacht cruise: Don't push the boat out in the Adriatic

Chartering a yacht to cruise the Dalmatian coast may sound exclusive, but now there are companies intent on broadening the appeal

That queasifying feeling - Anthony Bourdain

Travel is not always comfortable, even when the scenery is at its most beautiful. You look out the window, or you get too close, and the reality of the situation -- the world you will soon be leaving behind -- intrudes

50 rooms get a beachy makeover at Hotel Palomar San Diego

Just in time for summer: Fifty new surfer-themed rooms have opened at Hotel Palomar San Diego

What's new in New York City this summer

The city is constantly evolving with new attractions, hotels, restaurants and bars hitting the scene

British Airways' Austin-London route appears to be a hit

When British Airways began flying to Austin in March 2014, the Texas capital became one of the smallest metro areas to have nonstop service to Europe

Singapore Airlines gives a boost to premium economy options

Like the perks of a business-class seat but not the price tag? International carriers are increasingly rolling out new seats and service that attempt to split the difference

World's largest cruise ship gets a major makeover

The largest cruise ship ever built is looking snazzy and new again. Royal Caribbean's 225,282-ton Allure of the Seas has emerged from a major makeover

36 Hours in Bilbao, Spain

Beyond the city’s celebrated museum, there’s much to explore from Michelin-star restaurants and enticing shops to a vast cultural center and sprawling Art Deco market

A Look at Smithsonian Journeys’ First Edition

Victoria Pope, the editor of the new Smithsonian Journeys magazine, says it is for “people who are excited to learn about places"

A weekend break in... Vienna

A guide to short breaks in Vienna, Austria, including the best bars, restaurants, hotels and things to do

World's largest hotel to be built in Mecca

The biggest hotel in the world is being built in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, offering 10,000 rooms, helicopter pads and convenience for the Masjid al-Haram

Sainte-Chapelle's stained glass windows now fully restored

Painstaking seven-year restoration of Sainte-Chapelle's remarkable stained glass windows is now complete

America's best BBQ states and restaurants

Travel review site TripAdvisor weighs in on the great finger-lickin' barbecue debate with picks for the best states for BBQ as well as 10 top restaurants

First look: New York's new One World Trade Center Observatory

Soon after visitors walk into One World Observatory, they will enter a room called Voices, where 48 workers who helped build One World Trade Center tell their stories in videos

These are the world's best skylines according to official statistics

Hong Kong, New York City, Toronto - which skyline is your favorite?

Disney to offer longer cruises from Miami

The Disney Cruise Line will return to Miami in late 2016 with a series of new, longer voyages to the Eastern and Western Caribbean

Cruise ship that ran aground cleared to resume sailing

The Norwegian Cruise Line ship that ran aground in Bermuda on Tuesday has been cleared to resume sailing after being floated free with the help of tugboats

The future of airline fees: What you're likely to pay more for

What's the next big thing on the fee front for airlines? David Cush, CEO of San Francisco-based Virgin America, thinks it should be a change in baggage fees

JetBlue plans to fly to Ecuador starting in 2016

JetBlue is expanding its footprint in South America, saying it intends to launch flights to Ecuador in 2016

Best family and kid-friendly hotels in Hawaii

When you're looking for a great Hawaii hotel for the family vacation, it's easy to become overwhelmed with all the choices

Why are fliers avoiding the world's largest airline?

A look at American's customer satisfaction scores and complaint numbers reveals one possible answer: Some passengers don't like it

If you're a born traveller, science says you may have the "wanderlust gene"

People with this gene tend to make quick decisions in their quest for enjoyment and are fueled by intuition

Boston-bound cruise ship freed after running aground off Bermuda

A cruise ship with thousands of passengers headed to Boston was freed late Tuesday night after running aground off the coast of Bermuda

How Travel Agents Are Winning Back Customers By Delivering Valuable Expertise

Long ago filed in the dead-as-a-doornail category, travel agents are making a kind of return, at least for savvy, time-sensitive travelers, especially ones with complicated and/or expensive itineraries

Suspect in Maryland double murder arrested in Alaska

Police have arrested a suspect on a cruise ship in Alaska and charged him with a double murder

In Puebla, a New Rosewood Resort

Rosewood Hotels and Resorts will open a property in Puebla in 2016, its fourth in Mexico

10 of the UK's oldest towns

The UK has heritage from top to toe, but nowhere more so than these towns, the oldest in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland

Stay on a luxury yacht for the price of a B

Beds on Board is the latest concept in B

The world's 10 most iconic hotels

As the Paris Ritz gets set to reopen after extensive renovations, we look at the century-old institutions that have set global standards for luxury

Los Angeles and 'Pretty Woman': Stop and walk a while on Hollywood Boulevard

Los Angeles was where Richard Gere fell for Julia Roberts 25 years ago in the hugely successful film

North Yorkshire walk: Rock and roll over hill and dale

Resonant names abound as I approach Pateley Bridge. I pass through the hamlet of Lofthouse, which looks simply ancient: cottage windows are knee-high to the ground, or doors are positioned half-way between floor and roof, reached only by wooden staircases

Dinner trains delight rail fans, foodies alike

Chug and dine your way through the train ride of your life in gorgeous Napa Valley

Airports fire latest shot in passenger fee wars

Airports Council International-North America (ACI-NA) has unveiled the new "Upgrade My Airport" web-based campaign

Drought Tests California Tourism

The scarcity of water has forced amusement parks, golf courses and other attractions in the state to make the most with less

Spring Symphonies in Prague

The 70th Annual Prague Spring International Music Festival runs through June 3, with more than 40 classical music concerts scheduled at 14 venues

Chelsea Flower Show: the gardens of Barbados

On Barbados, Patricia Cleveland-Peck gained an insight into the way Bajan garden enthusiasts prepared for the Chelsea Flower Show

10 great US activity holidays

Tim Jepson suggests ten of the best outdoor activity breaks in the US for the intrepid traveller, from rafting on the Colorado River to trekking in Hawaii

Skye Window House, Isle of Skye: Bring the great outdoors inside

It is a disconcerting thing to arrive at Skye Window House after dark. This newly built structure on the island's Sleat peninsula is heavy on the Scandi wood-and-glass aesthetic, and the huge, curtain-free windows that take up much of the ground floor greeted us only with the rural blackness outside and our own reflections

Cologne on a budget: Cheap as chips (and salad)

Earlier this year, I challenged myself to spend a weekend somewhere new each month, with a budget - including flights - of £100

Luxury travel: The 'one size fits all' five-star model does not match everybody's perception

How we define luxury can differ dramatically depending on our individual life and style demands

Expert-led tours: From wildlife photography in Africa to the royal treatment in India

Why travel with a guide book when you can go with the person who wrote it?

Exclusive: Disney expands move into river cruising

It looks like Disney's move into river cruising is a hit. Just a month after unveiling plans for its first river sailings in 2016, Disney today will announce it's expanding the launch

Airlines: This summer will be busiest ever for air travel

Airlines are expecting the most summer travel in history

Struggling start-up airline turns to crowdfunding for cash

A start-up airline that has failed multiple times to get off the ground since the 1990s is now turning to crowdfunding in its latest attempt to begin service

Legoland's second U.S. hotel blasts off at the Florida theme park

Legoland opened its second U.S. hotel last week at Legoland Florida Resort. In a grand kickoff, the plastic brick empire blasted thousands of Lego mini-figures from cannons atop the party-colored resort hotel in Winter Haven, Fla., midway between Tampa and Orlando

Celebrity Cruises' Crepe Restaurant Raises Price and Other Cruise News

Bistro on Five raises prices, Seaborn adds guided kayak shore excursions and more

Travel Industry Responds to Rise in Solo Sojourners

New and more affordable options are arising as more people, not all of them single, vacation on their own

Restaurant Report: 27 in Miami Beach

The restaurant, in an Art Deco building just a few steps away from Ocean Drive, stands out for its unpretentious vibe

Will global warming kill off skiing in North America?

With severe droughts blighting California and Washington State during the 2014/15 ski season, some experts say that climate change could threaten the future of snowsports in the United States

The world's most unusual hotels

Weird and wonderful hotels around the world, from spaceship treehouses to dog-shaped B

Newspaper offices reimagined as hotels

From rooms inspired by 1920s writers' offices to printing presses

48 hours in Portland

New flights make it easier to experience the weird wonders of this West Coast city

Up and walking - the first official stretch of the England Coast Path

As gulls wheeled above, and the North Sea thumped the shore below, I turned my back on Cromer Pier and headed left

9 Up-Close Animal Encounters

From feeding giraffes and kangaroos to cuddling pandas and wombats or swimming with dolphins and manatees, here's our selection of the best places to get up close and personal with exotic animals

Is this the best town in all of Britain?

At once ancient and modern, The Sunday Times crowned Bradford on Avon the best in the country

Is Viking's new ocean ship the best value in cruising?

Viking chairman Torstein Hagen made the case today in a press conference aboard the upscale, 930-passenger vessel

U.S. airline CEOs: Europe made 'mistake' on Gulf carriers' access

Europe should have acted to keep the expansion of three big "Gulf Carriers" in check, the CEOs of the three biggest U.S. airlines said Friday

Frontier Airlines CEO steps down citing personal reasons

The CEO of Frontier Airlines resigned and was replaced by the carrier's chairman and president, who vowed to improve a record of frequent flight delays and customer complaints

Disney and AmaWaterways Add More Family River Cruises

Disney and AmaWaterways have added two more sailing dates to their new family-focused river cruises

Restaurant Report: 27 in Miami Beach

The restaurant, in an Art Deco building just a few steps away from Ocean Drive, stands out for its unpretentious vibe

Hotel Review: The Paper Factory

A hotel in Queens shows off its industrial past with pride

A Range of Reactions to Airline’s Removal of Autistic Child

United Airlines diverted a flight and removed a family with an autistic daughter, prompting criticism of the carrier

New York EDITION, New York, US

Our hot hotel of the week is the much-anticipated New York EDITION, Ian Schrager's newest party pad meets hotel

10 Best Bermuda Experiences

Tiny Bermuda is famous for pink sand beaches, but there's much more to do here than sunbathing and swimming

How to find peace and quiet while you're exploring New York

Wary of being elbowed at Chelsea Market? Consider nearby Gansevoort Market. Need some alone time? Inwood Hill Park takes you back to verdant precolonial days

European river cruising: A boom fulled by ship design as well as destination choice

Sunset on the Middle Rhine is a symphony in light, a magical period of shifting shades and deepening shadows

CNNGo in Beirut

Get a drink. Bake bread. Go to uni. Even ordinary lives seem to be more extraordinary in Beirut and here's why

5 things we'll miss about US Airways

American is set to phase out the US Airways brand starting sometime this summer

Five things to love about the new Viking Star

Watch out, Oceania and Azamara. There's a new player in the world of upscale ocean cruising that could give you a run for your money: Viking Cruises

8 coolest carry-ons we've ever seen

Choosing a carry-on is not a decision to take lightly, although the one you pick should help you do so

You May Now Bathe in Ramen at This Japanese Spa

Ramen seems to be in the midst of a Renaissance in the States, and its popularity stretches far beyond the fifty-cent packs devoured by college students

36 Hours in Medellín, Colombia

Shedding its past, this forward-looking city has impressive (and free) museums, cool cafes and a cable system to whisk you up the hillsides

In Cambodia, Along the Path to Something Profound

Exploring the ruins of Angkor Wat and other parts of Cambodia, in the footsteps of the 19th-century explorer and naturalist Henri Mouhot

A New Marriott App Connects Guests With Hotels

Mobile Request, a new app from Marriott Hotels, allows guests to ask for services before they check in

How to Get the Most Out of the Strong U.S. Dollar

With the U.S. dollar regaining strength, American travelers can get more from their money in destinations around the world

Museums at Night: highlights around Britain

Some of the UK's best museums, galleries and historic venues are opening their doors after hours once again, offering everything from late-night theatre, to street art and bat spotting

EasyJet to squeeze six more seats on its aircraft

The low-cost airline is the latest to announce plans for more crowded cabins

Where is the seventh Celtic nation?

Galicia, an autonomous region on Spain’s rugged northwestern coast, is home to ancient relics, pagan myths and a vibrant, living history unlike anywhere else in the world

The best states for bicycling

Washington was again named the most bicycle-friendly state in the country, while other states rose in the ranks thanks to policies that encourage cycling

World's 10 most scenic airport approaches

You'll want to book a window seat if you're flying into any of these 10 airports

Is this the most beautiful hotel in the Caribbean?

Brutalist design goes beachy at the El Blok hotel in Vieques, Puerto Rico

Animal shelters that need your help

Looking to give something back during your vacation? These animals need your time and love

Sydney Mayor Urges Cruise Visitors to Explore Villages

City of Sydney Lord Mayor Clover Moore has urged cruise passengers to stray from tourist-trodden paths in Australia's gateway port

Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Raise Daily Cruise Gratuities

Come June 1, passengers on Royal Caribbean International ships sailing on or after July 1 will be asked to pay up to $1.70 per person, per day more for crew gratuities

Ready to Go to Cuba? It Has Gotten Even Easier

Airbnb, JetBlue and tour operators are scrambling to offer American travelers an easy way in

Buffalo Wings, Milan Style

Milanese restaurateurs have begun serving up spot-on recreations of such un-Italian recipes as Buffalo wings, apple fritters and pulled pork sandwiches

Inside Japan's 'Valley of Hell'

A slice of heaven in a belching and bubbling 24-acre geothermal crater

The six ways tourists infuriate me

From selfie sticks to standing up too soon when a plane lands, these are the six things that rile Anthony Peregrine about tourists in France

A weekend break in... Stockholm

A guide to short breaks in Stockholm, Sweden, including the best things to see and do, plus recommended bars, restaurants and hotels

France's finest flavours: From camembert to crêpes

France has made so many unique contributions to gastronomy

9 great American factory tours

These American factory walk-throughs give visitors a glimpse of assembly line magic

First look: Legoland Hotel opens near Orlando

With more than 2 million bricks, the new Legoland hotel is a dream destination for fans

Hotel Review: Hotel Giraffe, NYC

Located in the recently named NoMad area of New York City (North of Madison Square Park), Hotel Giraffe is conveniently situated between midtown and downtown Manhattan

American, US Airways eye single reservation system by October

American Airlines this summer will start phasing out US Airways' reservations system and moving bookings to American's system

APT to Launch Themed River Cruises and Luxury Train Combo Cruises

In the coming months APT will unveil details about a series of new special events river cruises for 2016

Viking Sky Cruise Ship Delivery Delayed to 2017

Delivery of Viking Sky, one of the new vessels from Viking Ocean Cruises, has been rescheduled from June 2016 to February 2017

5 Ways the Internet Is Changing How We Travel

Not that long ago, it would have been unthinkable to do your banking online, or book all of your travel online

Airbnb Grows to a Million Rooms, and Hotel Rivals Are Quiet, for Now

The service that matches lodgers with rooms in homes and apartments has grown steadily since 2008, but hotel chains are not treating it as a threat

Tasting Tours in New Delhi

Delhi Food Walks show travelers the city’s authentic cuisine through themed trips in different parts of town

China's bizarre replica attractions

As a replica of the Old Summer Palace opens, here are 17 of the country's other weird and wonderful reproductions

Controversial replica of Old Summer Palace opens in China

A replica of Beijing's Old Summer Palace - looted by British and French troops in 1860 - has opened to tourists inside a giant film studio

Where is the oldest restaurant in the world?

Today, we are 'fast casual' which, in practice, means sitting in noisy discomfort, getting rushed in and out within an hour, and being over-charged for the pleasure

Wyndham Revamps Its Frequent-Stay Program

The new rewards program at the Wyndham Hotel Group includes a flat redemption rate

10 things Singapore does better than anywhere else

Flamboyant parking space and the world's most striking pool: What Singapore lacks in size, it makes up for in greatness

A southern take on the boutique hotel

The Brice Hotel oozes charm and hospitality

Latest oddball cruise: 'surprise sailing' to secret ports

Would you sign up for a 10-night cruise without knowing the destination? Luxury line Hapag-Lloyd is betting that at least a few hundred people will

Nuisance or nefarious? Airline fees push the limits

Margaret Waldman's surprise airline "refund fee" is a mystery. Solving it could be a bad sign for all of us

Unlocking Cuba

As restrictions ease, Americans are queuing up to visit this long-forbidden neighbor. It’s a land of opposites that perhaps isn’t ready for such a big moment. But that’s part of its charm

Violence prompts cruise lines to cancel Puerto Vallarta calls

Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Cruises have canceled calls this week in Puerto Vallarta, citing violence in the region

Reno-London route axed before 1st flight; Customs staffing blamed

Cancel those London plans, Reno. Thomas Cook Airlines is abandoning its twice-weekly nonstop service between Reno and London

On the French Riviera, Fitzgerald Found His Place in the Sun

In Antibes, vestiges of the moneyed elite who once captivated the American writer live on

Taj Lake Palace, Udaipur: Raj before beauty, but this luxury is timeless

It's one the dreamiest sights in India - the scalloped arches and graceful domes of the long white marble palace that seems to float on the still waters of Lake Pichola in southern Rajasthan

Essaouira: a mini-break in Morocco

Essaouira is pronounced es-Sweera in Arabic. Say it long and slow and it sounds like the tangy sea breeze that whistles through the araucaria trees, narrow alleys, and historic seafront fortifications of this Moroccan coastal town

Hiking through Italy's South Tyrol

Healing treatments, Alpine blooms, and a First World War battleground

Scotland: 8 things to know before you go

Vikings, vicious politics and vindaloo curries -- Scotland isn't all tartan and bagpipes

Fabled Las Vegas casino closes after 60 years

The Riviera Hotel and Casino has closed its doors, ending a colorful 60-year run on the Las Vegas Strip

7 best apps to get you to the airport on time

Tardy fliers rejoice! These apps will ensure you never miss a flight again

Best Paris Restaurants

The French spend the largest portion of their discretionary income on food

Pricey hotels? There are more affordable options in Amsterdam

Amsterdam hotels, Filipino pearls, distraction fears over MagicMount device and a new slogan for Las Vegas

Norwegian Cruise Line Bans Food Outside of Dining Areas

Norwegian Cruise Line has banned "takeaway" food from its ship restaurants, main dining room and buffet areas

Azamara Quest Dry Dock Moved and Other Cruise News

The dry dock slated for Azamara Quest this September has been moved to April 2016, a line spokesman announced

Emirates airline profit jumps 40% amid 'looming threat of protectionism'

Emirates, the Middle East's biggest airline, said Thursday it overcame the effects of temporary runway closures at its Dubai base to pull in a $1.24 billion profit

A call to close LaGuardia Airport, but does it make sense?

New York City's LaGuardia Airport is liked by fliers for its location, but not for much else

7 Travel Inventions I’d Love to See (But Probably Never Will)

Devices and contraptions that could solve some common problems

U.S. Licenses Ferry Service to Operate Cuba Route

Ferries carrying Cuban and American passengers could soon be sailing between Miami and Havana for the first time in more than 50 years

Prada's new arts centre to open in Milan

The Fondazione Prada, which opens tomorrow, is set to become Milan's most fashionable new gallery

Plane seats that can spot nervous fliers

New smart seats that feature built-in heart rate monitors could help flight attendants identify passengers who are feeling ill or anxious

The world's best countries to visit

Biannual report ranks 141 nations in terms of safety, prices, cultural attractions, tourism infrastructure and hygiene

Cycling in France: the best regions and a guide to travelling with your bike

France is probably the best place in the world for a cycling holiday. We offer a guide to the top regions and provide advice on travelling by train, plane and ferry

A hidden city, unearthed

A visitor to the Romanian city of Timisoara wanders into a lost world

France by rail: A new train service connects London to Marseille

This month, for the first time, the Thames and the Mediterranean are connected by a direct train

Aye, now here’s what you’ll want to do in Glasgow

Glasgow feels more authentic then Edinburgh. It's where you meet the locals rather than endless tour group

Las Vegas: Cosmopolitan hotel to offer Apple Pay, but not for gambling

Apple Pay is coming to Las Vegas hotels, and the Cosmopolitan is leading the way

10Best Hotels for Baseball Fanatics To Bunk Up In

Hit the road with your home team this baseball season and enjoy the perks of cheering them on after a stay in one of the best baseball hotels

Another megaship on the way for Royal Caribbean

Make that four Quantum class ships for Royal Caribbean. The line announced it had entered into an agreement with Germany's Meyer Werft in Germany for a fourth vessel in the much-ballyhooed series that began

New Windstar Cruises ship christened in Europe

The rapid expansion of small-ship line Windstar Cruises continued today with the christening of its second new vessel in a year

36 Hours in San Luis Obispo, Calif.

For a refreshing outdoor weekend, head for this coastal stretch of wildflower-strewn hills, beaches, vineyards and open-air cafes

Meditation at a London Hotel, Public Invited

The Connaught in London will offer free meditation classes on weekdays

Why World Heritage status has become meaningless

Benidorm's decision to apply for World Heritage status prompts Anthony Peregrine to consider the failings of the Unesco system

Colorado's cannabis-friendly hotel

A Colorado hotel is offering cannabis-friendly accommodation, providing guests marijuana with breakfast, smoking equipment and "healing" cannabis-infused massages

Best new attractions in post-Katrina New Orleans

A decade after Katrina Hurricane, New Orleans isn't only building what they had lost, but building a city they never thought they could have

30 of the world's best hotel bars

Strong cocktails, glamorous settings and beautiful scenery converge at these standout watering holes, located inside iconic hotels across the world

On the cusp of change, is Cuba ready for you? Are you ready for Cuba?

Should you go to Cuba now that restrictions on travel have eased?

10 restaurants not reachable by car

Make an adventure out of a meal by traveling to these private and remote restaurants

Avianca firms up order for 100 Airbus narrowbodies

Colombian carrier Avianca has firmed up a deal for 100 jets from Airbus' A320neo family of aircraft

Airlines rake in billions from bag, reservations fees

U.S. airlines are earning billions, and they are collecting more in fees on checked bags and reservation changes

Princess to send newest, hottest ship to China

Et tu, Princess? The Love Boat line today revealed that its newest, hottest ship is destined for the Chinese market instead of North Americans

Windstar Cruises Christens Star Breeze Cruise Ship

Star Breeze, the second of a trio of 212-passenger ships Windstar acquired from Seabourn Cruises, was officially welcomed into the fleet yesterday under sunny skies and cool breezes at Nice's Port Olympia

Apple Watch: A Test Run for Travelers

Will the Apple Watch become as indispensable on the road as a passport? Siri won’t say. But we will

Hotel Review: Vault Karakoy in Istanbul

In a former 19th-century Ottoman-era bank, the 63-room hotel brims with period details and has an elegant interior

Restaurant Report: Kazerne in the Netherlands

This restaurant-slash-showcase for design and technology offers a Mediterranean-influenced menu

A weekend break in... Reims

A guide to short breaks in Reims, France, including the best things to see and do, plus recommended bars and restaurants

Viking Star first look: 'the antithesis of a mega ship'

With its chic design, quirky features and free Wi-Fi, the first ocean-going vessel from Viking River Cruises suits anyone turned off by the new breed of mega ships

Manchester to get direct flights to LA and Boston

Thomas Cook Airlines to launch new services next year

Japanese hotel launches 'crying rooms'

A hotel in Tokyo is offering rooms designed to allow female guests to 'cry heartily' in private

Miami: Little Havana has a lot of charm

Miami's South Beach may have all the glamour, but the rest of Florida's largest city rewards exploration

Martello Tower, Aldeburgh: Hold the fort on Suffolk's coastline

You cannot miss the Martello Tower. It stands on the edge of the Aldeburgh shingle, between the River Alde and the sea, like a golden giant

12 Best Mexico Experiences

Explore some of the most unique travel experiences in Mexico, from exploring the movie sets of old westerns to celebrating the Day of the Dead

FAA: Dreamliner battery could lose all power

The FAA mandates "a repetitive maintenance task" for Boeing 787s after finding the aircraft could suddenly lose all AC electrical power

Singapore's best street food

Recommendations from the man whose name is synonymous with Singapore street food, KF Seetoh

Carnival Broadens Destinations for Australian Cruise Ships

Carnival Cruise Line is set to send its Sydney-based ships to New Zealand, offering shorter itineraries than other cruise lines

20 Family-Friendly Travel Ideas to Get You Going

Suggestions for new trips and fresh attractions, by region and style

In Arizona, an Aquarium Blooms

The 200,000-square-foot OdySea is scheduled to open in Scottsdale in 2016

Standard Hotels Introduce App for Same-Day Stays

Standard International hotels offer an instant-booking application for same-day room reservations

At Zen Center in California, Guests Invited

In the spring and summer, Tassajara, a private monastery in California, offers retreats for visitors

The world's happiest countries

The top ten happiest countries in the world, according to the latest World Happiness Report

Queen Mary 2 leads Cunard's 175th anniversary sailaway: in pictures

To mark the beginning of celebrations for Cunard's 175th anniversary, the cruise line's Three Queens met in Southampton for a historic sailaway

Top 10: the best New Forest hotels

An insider's guide to the best hotels in the New Forest, featuring the top places to stay for open fires, captivating views, excellent pub grub, bike hire, Georgian charm, treehouse accommodation, Michelin-starred dining and top-notch wine lists

10 Must-See Natural Wonders Near the Grand Canyon

Why fight the crowds during peak season at the Grand Canyon when there are a slew of other must-see natural wonders within driving distance of either rim?

Sardinia: An island of mad dogs and playboys

As new flights begin to northern Sardinia, David Ryan discovers how the other 2 per cent live on this beautiful outpost

New hotel brands, alliances a boon for business travelers

When Ian Schrager, the pioneer of boutique hotels, and Marriott International, the pioneer of big-box hotels, joined forces to create a new luxury lifestyle brand, industry insiders called it an odd coupling

10 essential non-tech items for the road

Technology is not always your friend on the road, so don't forget these 10 no-tech items

Airline, travel execs clash over subsidy allegations

The U.S. Departments of Transportation, Commerce and State announced April 10 they would review allegations from the three largest U.S. carriers

Qatar Airways ramps up U.S. presence, adds 3 new routes

Qatar Airways announced three new routes to the U.S., saying it would begin flying to Atlanta, Boston and Los Angeles in 2016

Carnival Diverts Cruise Ships Due to Swells

Due to high swells, Carnival was forced to divert two West Coast-based cruise ships to alternate homeports over the past two days, according to a statement from the cruise line

How Doing Nothing Became the Ultimate Family Vacation

Parents often forgo adventurous travel in favor of all-inclusive resorts, in part, because of America’s failure to acknowledge that children actually exist

10 best British hikes

From the Lake District to little trodden Welsh mountain massifs, the most spectacular hiking routes in Britain

Japan: travelling by train

Ask the experts: Danielle Demetriou, our Japan expert, offers advice on travelling by rail in Japan

Top 10 boutique hotels in the Turquoise Coast, Turkey

A guide to the best places to stay on Turkey's Turquoise Coast, including the top hotels in Antalya, Kalkan, Kas and Alanya

Epirus: the best-kept secret in Greece?

This little-known region of the Greek mainland has the world's deepest gorge, a landscape like Scotland's and mountain villages to rival those of Provence

Morocco for families: From the Atlas Mountains to Saharan sands

Once the preserve of more adventurous travellers, Morocco has evolved as a mainstream destination for families seeking something a little more exotic

Four Seasons Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort: The grown-up way to do Disney

Love or loathe Disney's most durable creation, there comes a point in many parents' lives when the magic of the mouse is hard to avoid. But the prospect of checking into the Four Seasons Resort Orlando might persuade even the most Mickey-averse to pack their bags

Calbuco Volcano in Chile erupts for third time

Chile's Calbuco Volcano erupted again Thursday, marking the third time since last week, the National Service of Geology and Mining said

11 things to know before visiting Ecuador

What? The middle of the world isn't quite the equator and it's OK to pay to have your kids beaten with stinging nettles

The 50 most visited national parks in the USA

They're all beautiful, but which is visited the most? We'll count them down from 50 to one

Our guide to the hottest new cruise ships on order

See our updated list of all the ocean-going cruise ships on order for major brands such as Carnival and Royal Caribbean

Virgin America's Q1 profit beats Wall Street forecast

Cheaper fuel and steady travel demand lifted Virgin America in the quarter

Spectacular Sailaway Launches Cunard's 175th Anniversary Celebrations

Cunard's fleet of three "Queens" created a spectacular sight on Sunday as they set sail in convoy from their U.K. homeport in Southampton to mark the line's 175th anniversary year

Lodging Tips for Summer Travel

Seth Kugel, the Frugal Traveler columnist, hosted a live Facebook chat about lodging for summer travel, from hostels to Airbnb

Great days out in Yorkshire

Ideas for family days out in Yorkshire, including things to do with kids, hikes along the Pennine Way, and the best museums

Benidorm to apply for World Heritage status

Spanish resort "represents a masterpiece of human creative genius", according to city officials, who want it listed alongside the Pyramids of Giza

Can cruise ships succeed at Nordic chic?

Highlights of Viking's first ocean ship include a spa with snowflake showers, a glass-walled infinity pool and 465 private balconies

Peru: the world's most exciting culinary destination

A new lodge set in the Peruvian Andes celebrates local produce and culinary inventiveness

Expo 2015: World-class icons from the Eiffel Tower to the Space Needle

With Expo 2015 starting in Milan, Christopher Beanland suggests where to see the icons of previous events that have stood the test of time

These are the best large holiday homes and cottages in the UK

Hen and stag dos used to mean a night out on the tiles. Not so now, with many brides and grooms to-be wanting to mark the occasion with a weekend, or even a week, away

11 important things to do the day of your trip

Achieve peace of mind by checking off these crucial tasks ahead of your departure

Tour Brooklyn, N.Y.'s new chocolate market

MarieBelle New York debuts Cacao Market in Brooklyn's bustling Greenpoint neighborhood

New Windstar sailings to circle Iceland

Add Windstar to the list of cruise companies offering a complete circumnavigation of Iceland. The small-ship company says its 208-passenger Star Legend will operate four sailings around the country in July

Which airline makes it easiest to spend all those miles?

Consumer Reports analyzed 70 million trips over the past two years for its "Ultimate frequent-flyer guide"

Airline profits soar into the stratosphere as fuel prices fall

If the U.S. airline industry had to pick a theme song these days, the old classic, "We're in the Money" would seem to be a good choice. First-quarter earnings reports are now in for all big U.S. carriers

Top 10 hotels in Reykjavik

It's boom time for hotels in Reykjavik as they expand to accommodate the growing numbers of visitors to Iceland - but Scandinavian style and quality is not diminishing as quantity increases

36 Hours in Key West, Fla.

From visiting Hemingway haunts to paddleboarding in mangroves, Florida’s southernmost key offers something for everyone in the family

In Mexico City, a Kahlo-Rivera Tour

An American company aims to introduce fans of Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo to the couple’s homeland

Online hotel booking agents accused of 'bullying' practices

Online travel agents have come under fire from hotel owners who say they are too powerful and employ aggressive and bullying practices

Ireland's gourmet revolution: Restaurants, festivals and food trails

Ballymaloe House and its neighbouring cookery school are now home to the annual Kerrygold Ballymaloe Literary Festival of Food and Wine

Galerie Huit, Arles: At the heart of the art scene

There's something about the light in Arles that is irresistible to artists; Van Gogh fell so heavily under its spell he produced 187 paintings in just 15 months

9 Things All Germaphobes Need While Traveling

Fact: Traveling is kind of gross. From the airplane bathroom to hotel light switches, germs and bacteria proliferate pretty much everywhere you go. So what's a germaphobe (or anyone who wants to stay clean and healthy) to do? Bring these nine things everywhere you go

Anthem of the Seas: Wired, weird future of cruises

With fast Wi-Fi, skydiving simulators and robotic bartenders, the world's most hi-tech passenger ship sets new standards in luxury cruising

Rooms with a view: 12 stunning settings in Tuscany

For a scenic setting where the views are exquisite -- both outside and in -- these 12 hotels are the best

Five myths about Europe cruises

We dispel five myths that shouldn't be holding you back from cruising in Europe

6 Florida Islands That Are Better (And Usually Cheaper!) Than The Caribbean

If you're craving an exotic beach escape to one of the best islands in the world, then head to Florida

Alaska Airlines adds three more routes from Seattle

Things may be heating up again in the ongoing turf war for the Seattle market between Alaska Airlines and Delta Air Lines

Airports offer free snacks and massages to help travelers stay healthy

Free healthy snacks, complimentary massages and giveaways that include FitBit wireless activity-tracking wristbands and travel yoga mat are on the schedule as part of the Fit2Fly week

A Vintage Times Square Hotel Gets More Modern

The Time Hotel in New York City, in a 1927 building, will get a more contemporary look

Restaurant Report: Athlete Eats in St. Louis

In a world torn between 1,200-calorie entrees and 200-calorie energy bars, Athlete Eats makes a bid for the middle

A weekend break in... Macau

A guide to short breaks in Macau, China, including the best bars, restaurants, hotels and things to do

Top 10: things to do in London

A guide to 10 of the best things to do in London for families, kids and fun days out

Whisky tourism in the Hebrides: From exploring distilleries to sampling the end product

From exploring distilleries to sampling the end product, whisky tourism is going from strength to strength and Speyside's Malt Whisky Trail is a match for many a pretty vineyard route

Cruises: Explore British Columbia's waterways aboard a schooner

See cruising in a whole new light as you set sail aboard the classic 70-foot wooden schooner Passing Cloud to explore British Columbia's Great Bear Rainforest

What's old is new again

Retro and vintage hotel rooms are making a name for themselves in cities across the nation

First look: The posh pool deck planned for 'most luxurious ship ever'

A new cruise ship that's being billed as the most luxurious ever will feature a super stylish, Southeast Asian-influenced pool retreat with oversized lounge chairs and chic circular sunbeds

American to delay delivery of five Boeing 787s

American Airlines Group Inc. says it will delay delivery of five Boeing 787 jets in response to slower growth in international travel demand

O'Hare latest airport to offer speedy passport control app

Chicago O'Hare International Airport has become the fourth facility in the United States to offer travelers access to the Mobile Passport Control app

How my organic apple nearly inflicted an eco-catastrophe in Costa Rica

I took this contentious fruit to Costa Rica, and left it in the botanical gardens

Why are so many American ex-pats in Canada giving up their passports?

1,030 U.S. citizens living in Canada renounced their passports and citizenship in March - four times the usual figure

In England, Soccer Is the Pitch

Opened last month opposite Old Trafford stadium, the home of the team Manchester United, the 133-room hotel is backed by five former Manchester United teammates

Great days out in the Lake District

Ideas for Lake District days out, including things to do with kids and walks

France river cruise: the feminine wiles of the Loire

On board Europe's first paddle river ship, Roderick Gilchrist enjoys a cruise on France's "most feminine" river

Ho Chi Minh City: Saigon is looking to the future

If you want to understand this city of entrepreneurs, food is as good a place to start as any

Tour guides should cut to the chase and make it snappy

If I could add a module to the tour guides' exam, I'd call it this: editing

11 Best Thailand Experiences

Whether you like to bake on the beach or crave the pulse of a big, bustling city, Thailand has a destination that will fit the bill

Airbus A380 at 10 years: Does it have a future?

So what do you get one of the world's biggest aircraft for its 10th birthday?

This Palm Springs hotel got a sleek showbiz makeover

Palm Springs Hotel is a 15-room inn that taps into the area's resurgent popularity with Hollywood types

Haunting and uplifting: a visit to Flanders Fields

As the centenary of the war years continues, Belgium has become an important destination for those who want to remember

Louisville, Ky.'s dynamic dining scene

The home of the Kentucky Derby and bourbon inspires gastronomic adventures

Don't be a data dummy when you travel overseas

Talk is cheap. Unless you travel internationally. Then your wireless phone bill can be expensive -- very expensive

Ask the Captain: How flight simulators enhance safety

Are they really a reliable indicator of how a pilot will perform during an emergency?

Chef Thomas Keller to Debut Signature Restaurant on Seabourn Cruise Ships

Seabourn has raised the stakes in dining on luxury cruise ships through a new partnership with Thomas Keller, the world-renowned chef behind three Michelin-starred restaurants

On Ibiza's Quiet Side, Seafood Shacks and Deserted Coves

Heading inland, one discovers the overlooked serene places on an island known for its packed discos and megayachts

Restaurant Report: Athlete Eats in St. Louis

In a world torn between 1,200-calorie entrees and 200-calorie energy bars, Athlete Eats makes a bid for the middle

The best luxury hotels in the Caribbean

The best places to stay in the Caribbean, including options in St Lucia, Antigua, Jamaica and Barbados

Top 10: Caribbean romantic holidays

The best Caribbean holidays for weddings and honeymoons, chosen by our experts, including options in St Lucia, Jamaica, St Barths and Antigua

Summer holidays up to 22 per cent cheaper in the eurozone

It's good news for holidaymakers as prices fall significantly in summer holiday resorts across Europe

Vietnam after the war: Visiting 40 years after the Fall of Saigon

There is no frantic buzz of helicopter rotor blades above 22 Ly Tu Trong Street today, no lengthy queue of frightened people, and definitely no hint of eras coming to violent ends

Do you need traveller's insurance?

Intense competition has driven down the cost of insurance for most travellers. But people whose age, health or activities do not fit the norm can pay many times more

Ett Hem, Stockholm: The fine art of making you feel at home

Ett Hem in Swedish (and comedy posh voice) means 'at home'. While many luxury hotels now try to ape a homely atmosphere, Ett Hem takes this concept to new heights, encouraging guests to rummage in the fridge if they're peckish or help themselves to books from the extensive library

Royal Caribbean Cruise Canceled Due to Oil Leak

Royal Caribbean's Majesty of the Seas is in an unexpected dry dock, prompting the cancellation of the ship's next cruise, which was slated to depart Monday

Tour Gordon Ramsay's London restaurants

The famous chef presides over more than 24 restaurants around the globe. Here's a sampling

This is what travel in 2024 will look like

The current rate of technological advancement leads Skyscanner to believe we'll all buy robots by 2024

United fleet shake-up includes Dreamliner swap, widebodies on domestic flights

United Airlines announced significant modifications to its fleet on Thursday, chief among them a deal that will see the carrier exchange Boeing 787 Dreamliners for 777-300ERs

Five things to love about the new Anthem of the Seas

Like big ships that are chock full of activities? You'll love Anthem of the Seas, the new floating mega-resort from Royal Caribbean

In Amsterdam, Loving Rembrandt Again

Two exhibitions prove the enduring popularity of Rembrandt, who lived and worked in Amsterdam starting in late 1631 and died there in 1669

Hotel Review: Noon Hotel Apartments in Dubai

The Noon Hotel Apartments in Dubai offer an appealing option for travelers who don’t want a luxury complex or back-street dive

London's best historical pubs

London's most striking historical pubs, each a perfect spot to toast St George's Day, including the place where Elizabeth I is rumoured to have danced around a cherry tree

Reunion shark attacks scare surfers and tourists from beaches

A recent spate of shark attacks, including one that killed young surf star Elio Canestri, have all but wiped out surf tourism on Reunion Island

Amazon starts selling holidays

There is not much that you cannot buy on Amazon and now the site is offering to sell you holidays too

Dorset's literary landscapes: From Broadchurch to Far from the Madding Crowd

The postcard-pretty county of Dorset, for years in the shadow of bolder, blowsier summer hotspots Devon and Cornwall, is currently basking in the spotlight

12 best hotels in London

Finding the right hotel to stay in London can be like finding a needle in a haystack, particularly if you are a first-timer to - or unfamiliar with - the city

A beginner's guide to Singapore street food

Food blogger Leslie Tay offers his top picks on what to order at the hawker stalls

A tropical paradise in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean

A trip to the Azores islands proves to be unexpectedly mystifying and often breathtaking

MSC Cruises Cancels Sailings in Egypt and Ukraine

MSC Cruises has dropped the remainder of its 2015 calls in Ukraine and Egypt and has also begun to cancel stops in Egypt in 2016

Get a 360-degree look inside Anthem of the Seas unique North Star

Are you ready to soar hundreds of feet above the sea? Modeled on the London Eye, the North Star takes passengers more than 300 feet above sea level in a glass capsule

United fleet shake-up includes Dreamliner swap, widebodies on domestic flights

United Airlines announced significant modifications to its fleet on Thursday, chief among them a deal that will see the carrier exchange Boeing 787 Dreamliners for 777-300ERs

American Airlines CEO to be paid entirely in company stock

American Airlines CEO Doug Parker will stop drawing a regular salary and will instead move to compensation that comes entirely from company stock

What to Do in Honolulu

Adopting a slower pace on an island known for frenzied activity, with a hike at dawn, lei shopping and sushi, and a serenade at sunset

Biking a Trail of History from Pittsburgh to Washington

The 335-mile-long ride is almost entirely car-free and weaves through terrain that forms a tour of American history

For Visitors to the Florida Keys, More Hotel Choices

The room capacity of the Florida Keys has been on the rise, with nine new or substantially renovated hotels spread along the 125-mile island chain

The best English villages

The most beautiful English villages, including our picks in the Cotswolds, Yorkshire, Devon, Norfolk and Cornwall

8 Destinations Making Sure Your Future Grandkids Can Visit

Think of the greatest trip you've ever taken. Maybe it's the one where you saw the sunrise that changed your life, or found a city that felt more like home than home. Travel bonds us to the world, and incredible experiences remind us it's a world worth saving

15 of nature's most spectacular shows

Fireworks are fantastic and human endeavor has its place, but sometimes Mother Nature outshines any performance we can produce

New giant cruise ship to set sail on maiden voyage

It's a big day for cruise fans as the biggest new ship of the year sets sail on its maiden voyage

Stunning luxury resorts in Phuket, Thailand

Phuket is home to some insanely luxurious resorts that, as a whole, are way more over-the-top and opulent than almost anything you'll find in the United States, Caribbean or Europe

Toyota answers prayers with new adjustable airplane seats

Toyota designs new adjustable airplane seats chair for most body types

Airlines rush to update apps for Apple Watch

Early adopters around the world are all wound up for the April 24 release of the Apple Watch and airlines are among the travel-related companies scrambling to make sure their apps are watch-compatible

Crystal Cabin Awards honor innovative airplane design

There may not be much legroom on airplanes, but there's certainly room for some of the existing and proposed improvements that received Crystal Cabin Awards

MSC Cruises Returns Divina to Miami for Year-Round Sailings

MSC Cruises' Divina, a ship custom-built for the North American market, will return to year-round sailing from Miami beginning fall 2015

Seeking the Elusive Fee-Free Exchange Rate

A review of your credit and A.T.M. cards will help you limit the number of currency exchange charges when traveling abroad

Decatur, a Commuter Town Near Atlanta, Turns Trendsetter

Bordered by Emory University and Agnes Scott College, Decatur now has a lively (and walkable) downtown just six miles from Atlanta

Artisans and Crafts in London

London Craft Week, scheduled in May, will showcase potters, textile artists and metalsmiths

Flying with children: 10 secrets to stress-free travel

Long-haul travel with kids is the modern equivalent of rounding the Cape of Good Hope in a galleon

Sandals Ochi Beach Resort: the hotel with 105 swimming pools

Sandals' largest and newest resort to date has re-opened in Jamaica, and it has 105 swimming pools

Anthem of the Seas: teething problems on the world's most high-tech cruise ship

Royal Caribbean's Anthem of the Seas, the world's third-largest cruise ship and said to be the most technologically advanced, was officially named yesterday. If only that robot barman could keep up

The world's most powerful passports

Which nationalities can visit nearly all the world's countries without applying for a visa?

The best islands in the world

From Ko Tao in Thailand to Fernando de Noronha in Brazil

The Pennine Way at 50: Walking the Cumbrian leg from Langdon Beck to Alston

This week marks the 50th anniversary of Britain's oldest National Trail, the Pennine Way. Ellie Ross follows the acorn signposts up hill and down dale for a celebratory ramble

World Trade Center installed an amazing augmented-reality time-lapse elevator

New elevators at One World Trade Center show 515-year time lapse of the New York City skyline

Japan's maglev bullet train hits 375 mph, breaks another world speed record

A levitating Japanese train broke world records by speeding up to 375 miles per hour

Airline customer satisfaction up, but industry ranks low

Airline passengers are more satisfied, a new report says

Author Launches New Scenic 'Space Ship' River Vessel

Australian author Kathy Lette today christened and officially launched Scenic Jasper -- the next-generation "space ship" from Scenic

Review of St James Court Hotel London

Upon entering, I could see that the hotel had been seriously upgraded since I worked there, when It was more of a tourist class hotel with some rooms having shared bathrooms

Sweet and Salty: Majorca's Traditional Cuisine

The beauty of the island is matched only by the variety and abundance it produces, from oranges, to olives, to wine

First look: Inside Royal Caribbean's hot new mega-ship

Eager for a glimpse of Royal Caribbean's latest megaship?

Inside the aircraft of the future

The world's most luxurious first-class cabin, seats for overweight passengers and interactive tray tables are among the latest designs in aircraft technology

Top 10 Travel Essentials You Can Find at Your Drug Store

High-priced travel specialty shops aren't always the best places to find the most useful travel products

Spotlight on ... Australia

This week's featured country is Australia, where you can stay on a remote cattle station

A wetland oasis amid desert lands

Explore one of the world's most pristine natural habitats

Fresh Sheets, Dubrovnik: Clean and serene on Croatia's coast

Dubrovnik can seem impersonal at times, particularly in summer when thousands of cruise passengers descend on the Adriatic port each day

Bilbao: How the city has remade itself along the river

After a catastrophic flood, the city was forced to re-evaluate its landscape. Laura Holt surveys the A-list additions

10 travel apps to download to your Apple Watch

A handful of wrist-ready apps are already promising to transform the way you navigate the globe

10 of the best family summer holidays in Europe

Now Easter's out of the way, it's time to start planning your next family holiday

This month's new hotel openings

Our guide to new hotel openings in destinations such as Paris, Venice, Tuscany, London and Taiwan

First class is dying. Here's why all fliers should care

There's less legroom, the amenities are disappearing and the service is lacking

Get a 360-degree look inside Anthem of the Seas unique North Star

Are you ready to soar hundreds of feet above the sea? Modeled on the London Eye, the North Star takes passengers more than 300 feet above sea level in a glass capsule

Reclaiming the Age-Old Art of Getting Lost

Ditching modern-day navigation apps in favor of wandering and discovery

Tourists warned to avoid certain Maldives resorts over human rights abuses

A campaign group concerned about human rights in the Maldives has produced a website encouraging tourists to avoid hotels that it alleges are linked to abuses

Rio de Janeiro hotels taking bookings for 2016 Olympics

Hotels, guesthouses and b

7 European Countries Where Your Dollar Will Go Further

From the Iberian Peninsula to the Baltic Sea, here are the best Eurozone countries for stretching your dollar

The Hospital Club, Covent Garden: Room service

Staying at The Hospital Club in Covent Garden feels like returning home, if your home is 1970s Santa Barbara and you have more money than God

10 best flea markets around the world

Not everyone enjoys being dragged around the shops on holiday. But flea markets - with their quirky stalls, colourful wares, and potential for hidden treasures - can prove entertaining attractions in their own right

10 of the world's most beautiful sky gardens

Because every urban space could do with a bit more jungle

U.S. to tell Americans why they're on no-fly list

Americans on the United States' no-fly list will now be told why they are banned from flights and be given the opportunity to dispute their status

A tropical paradise in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean

A trip to the Azores islands proves to be unexpectedly mystifying and often breathtaking

Royal Caribbean Offers Credit for Dynamic Dining

Royal Caribbean President and CEO Michael Bayley is offering repeat Quantum-class passengers an onboard credit if they choose flexible dining on the line's newest ship, Anthem of the Seas

'Star Wars' Dreamliner will feature likeness of R2-D2

Japanese carrier All Nippon Airways (ANA) unveiled plans to paint one of its Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners in a Star Wars livery that features the likeness of R2-D2

Living large: Inside new Viking ship's stylish suites

What's it like to stay aboard one of the year's most-anticipated new cruise ships?

Favorite Streets in 12 European Cities

Cobbled lanes, broad avenues, streets for gallery-hoppers, food-lovers, shoppers and flâneurs: Contributors in 12 European cities describe the byways (including one river) they love

In Ireland, Chasing the Wandering Soul of Yeats

Exploring Innisfree, the tiny bristling island in the middle of a lake that William Bulter Yeats immortalized in verse

No Man's Fort, Solent

Luxury bedrooms, a lighthouse and laser quest are just a few of the features guests will find aboard Britain's most unusual hotel - on a fort in the middle of the sea

Eastern Europe's disappearing world

Decaying villages and boys dressed as dancing bears - Tamas Dezso's photographs, now on display in London, depict a vanishing world

The beauty of Himeji Castle

Himeji Castle, one of Japan's greatest historic sights, has just reopened following a five-year restoration. Michael Booth is the first foreigner to peek inside

Top 15 Hotel Loyalty Programs

Ranked by ease of redeeming points, ease of earning points, reward program terms, and customer service

Venice travel tips: Where to go and what to see in 48 hours

The ‘Queen of the Seas’ is about to welcome the art crowd - Aoife O’Riordain finds out what’s in store

Britain's best gardens

In an extract from her new book, Tania Pascoe reveals the country’s finest spots for revelling in a wild weekend

Sharing a plane with 614 other passengers is soon to become a reality

The world's biggest passenger plane, the Airbus A380, is finally to overtake the rival Boeing 747 for the highest number of passengers carried in scheduled flight

National Park Week kicks off with free entry

From the giant sequoias of Yosemite to the geysers of Yellowstone, national parks are free this weekend as part of National Park Week

Living large: Inside new Viking ship's stylish suites

What's it like to stay aboard the year's most-anticipated new cruise ship?

Ride the dollar: This is the summer to travel to Europe

For the first time in more than a decade, the euro is almost equal in value to the dollar, making Spain and other European cities more affordable to Americans than even some domestic destinations

Latest gee-whiz cruise ship feature: Snow Grotto

It's the coolest attraction at sea. Literally. River giant Viking's first ocean ship, the Viking Star, is home to a super-chilled, snowy spa retreat called the Snow Grotto

Airbus pitches adding an extra seat to every row in its A380s

The dreaded middle seat will soon become harder to avoid. That's thanks to a new seat layout unveiled by Airbus this week at the Aircraft Interior Expo in Hamburg, Germany

What to Do in Left Bank, Paris

The Right Bank may be more international and trendy, but sometimes you want to pretend you’re inside a black-and-white Robert Doisneau photo

Customizing Your Own Blend at Wineries and Hotels

Wine is no longer limited to imbibing; properties and vineyards around the world are offering winemaking workshops

Leonardo da Vinci: 10 cities where you can see his art

As a new Leonardo da Vinci exhibition opens in Milan, we explain where else you can admire his artwork

A weekend break in... Turin

A guide to short breaks in Turin, Italy, including the best bars, restaurants, hotels and things to do

11 Really Important Things to Do the Day of Your Trip

Before you leave for distant lands and untold adventures, it's essential to run through a pre-trip to-do list. Failure to do so will result in that nagging feeling you've forgotten something

Ghost hotels haunt holidays

Do your research before you fork over the money for a holiday — there are lots of scams out there

How do I persuade my reluctant partner to travel?

Build trips to reflect their interests, try tempting them with local foods, and many more ideas

The seven most-anticipated new theme park rides in 2015

Coasters aren't the only exciting thing at the parks this year: Check out these new rides

Hate nickel-and-diming? This new cruise ship is for you

You cruise a lot. You've noticed a growing number of extra charges on ships for everything from room service to yoga classes. You hate it. You're going to love the Viking Star

Airlines assailed for frequent flier changes

Airline loyalty programs can change on a dime, but consumer advocates told a Transportation Department panel Tuesday that travelers deserve more warning

Airline performance declines in 2014

Airline profits up, but so are complaints as consumers put up with fewer on time flights and more mishandled bags in 2014

Royal Caribbean's Newest Cruise Ship, Anthem of the Seas, Arrives in UK

Royal Caribbean's Anthem of the Seas has arrived in Southampton, its homeport for the summer

10 Hotels in Europe That Make You Feel at Home

More than just places to rest your head, these properties in Paris, Vienna and other cities offer a sense of community

What’s New in Milan, Paris and Manchester, England

Openings and exhibits, including 2015 World Expo, highlight a busy spring in Europe

27 reasons trains are better than planes

A poll of 22,000 people has suggested that most prefer to take the train. At Telegraph Travel, we're inclined to agree

The airport where you can sprint to the boarding gates

Tokyo's Narita Airport has a spring in its step now that athletes' tracks pointing in the direction of departures have been installed

Syrian World Heritage Site used as battlefield

New footage and photos show shattered mosaics and walls at the Unesco World Heritage Site of Bosra in Syria, while museum collections at Idlib are boxed up amid fears of looting

Austria's otherworldly dive spot

Each spring, the snowmelt from the nearby Hochschwab Mountains causes the local Grüner See (Green Lake) to nearly double in size, expanding from about 150m to 250m wide

Southwest plane seats are getting wider

A redesigned Boeing 737 will roll out in mid-2016 that offers wider seats and extra legroom

W Hotels and will.i.am design bedsheets out of Coke bottles

W Hotels are changing the sheets with the help of will.i.am. The singer, songwriter and entrepreneur has partnered with W Hotels and Coca Cola to design sheets that are made from recycled plastic bottles

10 can't-miss Jamaica experiences

Venture beyond the booze and sunny sands to find out what makes Jamaica so unique

Australia Cruisers to Get Brand-New Cruise Ship in 2016

Australia will host a brand-new cruise ship when the Ovation of the Seas sails into Sydney Harbour in December 2016

Carnival Releases New Schedule for Onboard Concert Series

The Band Perry, Boston, Lionel Richie and Heart have been added to the roster of musicians slated to perform on Carnival cruise ships this summer and fall

Four must-see destinations to visit before they vanish forever

Catch these decaying destinations before they vanish

Africa by train: the continent's best rail journeys

As Griff Rhys Jones continues his journey through Africa, we highlight luxury trips - and a few budget options

10 reasons to visit Boston

Kathy Arnold enjoys American art, sport, food and history in the city with freedom and revolution at its heart

Europe's best summer music festivals

Natalie Paris picks music festivals for all ages and tastes - from Brighton to Barcelona and beyond

Hotel Gotham, Manchester: review

Hotel Gotham is a five-star Manchester hotel offering decadent rooms, a private members' club, rooftop bar and leather-clad suites, near Piccadilly railway station and the main shopping areas

India's amazing living root bridges

Crossing rivers in the world's wettest place

20 Things Every Smart Traveler Should Know

No matter where we go, there are a few things we should all know—not just to make us better travelers, but to make us better people

Fifty shades of blue: Antigua has them all

Unless you'rethere for Sailing Week (25 April to 1 May), cricket, birdwatching, or to research the history of the sugar trade, there's not really much to do in Antigua. And that's why I love it

The Bishop Langton Trail: Walk of the month

At first glance, the flatlands of Lincolnshire make for an unlikely connection to the momentous sealing of Magna Carta in 1215 at a site 150 miles away at Runnymede, near Windsor Castle. Yet it was in this sleepy rural backwater that one of the key architects of that great charter was born

Disney, AmaWaterways Team to Bring River Cruises to Families

Rarely are "river cruising" and "family" spoken in the same sentence

Norwegian Cruise Line Waives Cover at Popular Asian Restaurants Across Fleet

Your next noodle bowl or dumpling onboard a Norwegian cruise ship might just be free

Tour The D Casino Hotel Las Vegas

Check out an exclusive tour of a budget-friendly stay in trendy Downtown Vegas

Nik Wallenda to walk atop new Orlando Eye as it spins

Nik Wallenda survived walking the "Wheel of Death" at Tropicana Casino and Resort in Atlantic City. Now, he's ready to spin the wheel once more

Virgin America named top U.S. carrier for 3rd year in a row

Virgin America was named the top U.S. airline for the third consecutive year in the annual Airline Quality Rating (AQR) report

What to Do in Antigua, Guatemala

The 500-year-old city feels like a portal to another century, with a wealth of colonial architecture, markets, ruins and rain forest

Luxury hotels for less

The latest crop of hotels are offering luxury for less in London, New York, Los Angeles and Singapore

Tourist groups banned from Barcelona's La Boqueria

Large groups of tourists have been banned from La Boqueria market in Barcelona so that locals can get their shopping done

11 of America's most spectacular libraries

In honor of National Library Week, peek inside 11 U.S. libraries that are well worth a visit. You won't be able to keep quiet about them

Why you need to visit Portugal's Centro region now

It's becoming famous for its dramatic surf scene, but central Portugal is also home to an incredible landscape of snow, sunshine and culture

Eating Abroad: The Cultural Resonance of Food

Tips for eating abroad and coping with unfamiliar foreign foods

Thailand's White Temple a sanctuary for Buddha - and Hello Kitty

Thailand's White Temple is the unlikeliest of Buddhist temples, with paintings of Harry Potter and other pop culture figures

Cruise News: Princess ups entertainment ante with a Broadway alliance

Princess Cruise Lines teams with Broadway composer Stephen Schwartz for new, ship-exclusive musicals

Inside the Reverie Saigon hotel

The Reverie Saigon is in a 39-story tower in Ho Chi Minh City

10Best: Parks that have helped revive their cities

The newest open spaces place an emphasis on interaction, fitness and good food, with restaurant pavilions and dining areas

United now flying its Dreamliners to six continents

United Airlines is now flying Boeing 787 Dreamliners to every continent except Antarctica. United added Dreamliner service to its sixth continent earlier this week

Finnair's first Airbus A350 flights now on sale

Finnair has begun selling tickets for its first passenger flights on its new Airbus A350 aircraft

Royal Caribbean takes delivery of giant new ship

Cruise giant Royal Caribbean today took delivery of yet another mega-ship, the 4,180-passenger Anthem of the Seas

In Maastricht, a Taste of Joie de Vivre

The small Dutch city is more worldly and festive than its size would suggest

Fine Foods Match Vancouver Island’s Spectacular Setting

The Tofino district is home to both high-end and roadside dining options, many featuring fresh seafood

Destination: Montevideo

Residents of Montevideo travel to nearby Buenos Aires or Sao Paulo when they crave big-city excitement

Restoring the Everglades

After a century of development, half the Everglades is dead and the other half is on life support

Naples: Passion and death in Italy's underrated gem

Vibrant, chaotic and gloriously dilapidated, Naples is a place where life, romance and death are passionately entwined

Will this bizarre device make it easier to sleep on a plane?

Boeing has filed a patent for a backpack-like contraption that promises to make air travel considerably more comfortable

The world's most extreme runways

Some landings inspire awe - others bring about terror

European villa holidays: Live like a local

Browsing local markets, sitting on a piazza sipping treacle-thick espresso or heading to the nearest beach: whichever kind of holiday appeals, summer villa rentals are your chance to check out of the daily grind

Villa La Massa, Florence: Live like the Medici or just loaf about

Villa la Massa is as classy a hotel as you could expect to find anywhere. Situated on the river Arno, a short drive upstream from Florence in classic Tuscan countryside, it offers the sort of discreet, understated excellence that many expensive hotels strive for but fail to achieve

Queensland's interior: The art of Australian bushcraft

There are thrills to be had away from the Gold Coast. Adrian Phillips ventures inland to the Scenic Rim

6 ways hotels are keeping guests fit beyond the gym

Sometimes you don't need to bring extra fitness gear, at least when hotels weave fitness into the experience

Carnival testing extra charges for room service

Et tu, Carnival? The mass-market cruise line is joining rival Norwegian in testing new fees for room service

Evergreen Tours Adds Arctic-River and Ocean-River Combo Cruises

Australia's Evergreen Tours (known as Emerald Waterways in the United States) has released the industry's first combination of a European river cruise and Arctic Circle expedition cruise

April snow extends ski season for Tahoe resorts, Mammoth Mountain

Just when you thought it might be time to put away the skis and take your mountain bike to the slopes, a spring storm has brought fresh powder to the Sierra Nevada

What to Do in Antigua, Guatemala

The 500-year-old city feels like a portal to another century, with a wealth of colonial architecture, markets, ruins and rain forest

DiCaprio Just the Latest Celebrity to Join the Hotel Business

Francis Ford Coppola, Richard Gere and Andy Murray have also broadened their portfolios (and their brands) with properties around the world

A weekend break in... Northern Ireland

A guide to short breaks in Northern Ireland, including the best bars, restaurants, hotels and things to do

Gifts that keep giving

Savvy travellers are stopping to source ethical souvenirs and community-made crafts

New Orleans' best sandwiches

Louisiana's most famous city is home to not one but two great sandwiches -- the po-boy and the muffuletta

NY's One World Observatory sets opening date

Tickets go on sale Wednesday for those who want to be among the first to visit NYC's newest landmark

America's Most Romantic Train Trips

If you've been thinking about sallying forth with a companion, consider a train trip to discover Wes-Anderson-film-levels of nostalgia and beauty

Four-Country River Cruise Extends to China for First Time

Asia's first four-country river cruise from the Mekong to China has been introduced by locally based operator Pandaw

Merger: FAA OKs single operating certificate for American

American Airlines cleared one of its most significant milestones yet Wednesday as it pushes ahead on its merger with US Airways

Airlines will learn from Germanwings crash, IATA CEO says

Enhancing psychological testing for pilots will be debated after the apparently intentional crash of Germanwings flight 9525, the head of an international airline group said Wednesday

Portugal: Parks, palaces and recreation

What's your idea of a fantasy holiday retreat? A Belle Epoque palace, all glittering chandeliers and cascading staircases, straight from Cinderella's ball? Or a discreet forest hideaway, perhaps, with nothing but birds and squirrels for company? An October week in northern Portugal, with my wife and 12-year-old daughter, was a chance to try out both options

US immigration announces new customer-friendly approach with ambassadors to offer welcome fist bumps

Incoming visitors often face a sombre reception at passport control in the United States

New Holland America ship to spend winter in Caribbean

Holland America's next ship will sail in the Caribbean and the Bahamas after an initial series of Europe voyages

Restaurant Report: Museum of Spirits in Stockholm

The Swedish chef Petter Nilsson comes home from Paris with a playful attitude toward traditional fare

Hotel Review: Mitsui Garden Hotel Osaka Premier

The hotel offers a little Zen amid Osaka’s hubbub, weaving Western comforts with Japanese elements

Europe's 16 oldest cities

These are the oldest continually inhabited cities in Europe, occupied by everyone from the Minoans to the Persians

Generator Paris hostel, Paris: review

Generator, the chic and cheap hostel group, has opened its funkiest property yet in Paris

Stowaway survives one-hour flight hiding in aircraft wheel unit

An Indonesian man has endured freezing temperatures travelling in the landing gear of a plane on a Jakarta-bound domestic flight

Cruise musicals: Drama on the high seas

It has been a long tradition in cruising for entertainment directors to put on small but energetic shows in the ship's theatre

The Welsh Matterhorn: Cnicht offers a true taste of the wilderness

The rock feels cold beneath my fingertips. As I curl my hands around the stone, made smooth by the many others that have gripped it before me, I can smell the damp and earthy scent of wet grass. I take a deep breath and heave myself upwards - the summit is within my grasp

Smart luggage is starting to take over. What are the best options for connected bags?

It's 2015, and even our luggage is now getting the Smart treatment. The Internet of Things has trickled down into tricked out suitcases and travel accessories

Exploring abroad: 7 off-the-beaten-track destinations in Buenos Aires

If constant camera clicks are beginning to wear on you, check out these places and activities

'Most luxurious ship ever' to sail from Miami

A new cruise ship that's being billed as the most luxurious ever will sail two roundtrip voyages from Miami next year

40% of flights canceled in France amid strike

Nearly half of all airline flights in France have been canceled Wednesday after the nation's air traffic controllers walked off the job

India restores safe reputation with U.S.

Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx announced Wednesday that India complies with international safety standards, which will allow airlines from that country to add flights to the United States

Apps for Encounters of the Local Kind

A roundup of new tools that let travelers connect with locals, at parties and over dinner tables

Headed to the Derby? Here’s What to Do in Louisville, Ky.

In the city, the Kentucky Derby is an occasion to throw a two-week party from April 18 to May 1, ahead of the big day on May 2

Plane cabins are about to get even more cramped

Many passengers already feel that they are denied space - but new aircraft currently in development look set to further narrow the margins

Chauvet-Pont-d'Arc Cave, France: see how Stone Age man mastered the art

Replicas of some of the earliest ever cave paintings are about to go on display in the Ardèche

Round the world cruises: the ultimate guide

An expert guide to booking a round the world cruise, including information on itineraries, discounts, and where to go, from Sydney to San Francisco

30 inspiring island escapes

Few destinations are so easy on the eyes and the soul as an island escape

San Diego: A beach-side beauty with a small-town feel

Home to Dr Seuss, Ron Burgundy and a thriving craft-beer scene

10 best zoos in the UK

There's no shortage of zoos in the UK, with plenty of opportunities to hang out with the animal kingdom. But which ones are the best?

Ditch the Hotel: 10 Cheaper Ways to Stay

We've compiled one of the most comprehensive guides available on accommodations other than a hotel, covering everything from religious housing to hostels and homestays to vacation rentals

Vacation like 'Mad Men': Mid-century homes you can rent

Don your smoking jacket, mix yourself a gimlet, and take a vacation back to 1963

9 of the coolest currencies on earth

Here are 9 of the coolest currencies in the world

'Notoriously rowdy' Ryanair flight draws booze ban

Ryanair is telling customers that they can't bring booze of any kind on to its fights between Glasgow and the Spanish party resort of Ibiza. The route is the only one in the European discounter's route network

Virgin America announces flights to Hawaii

Virgin America is adding Hawaii to its route map. The carrier will fly to both Honolulu and Maui, serving both destinations with one daily round-trip flight from its main hub in San Francisco

Princess sets more Japan cruises for 2016

Princess Cruises will be back in Japan in 2016 for a fourth year. The Love Boat line says the 2,670-passenger Diamond Princess will operate four- to 20-night sailings from Yokohama (near Tokyo) and Kobe

Which River Cruise Ship Should You Choose? Here are the Key Differences

For many river cruises, the biggest differentiating factor is usually the river itself. Cabin availability and a price tag that suits are important too

Britain's 25 best hotels for spring

A guide to 25 of the best hotels in Britain for bluebell walks, gardens, croquet lawns, coastal paths, golf courses, pretty rooms and excellent food

Dress code for the Vatican

Ask the experts: Lee Marshall, Telegraph Travel's Italy expert, advises a reader on dress codes and bag restrictions at Rome's key attractions

The world's most beautiful churches

As Easter celebrations continue, we look at glorious and unusual churches and chapels

Saving France's trees

There was a tremor of shock among Francophiles when news broke recently that huge numbers of roadside trees might be cut down in the interests of road safety

Walking holiday in Spain

James Hanning encounters a sublimely pastoral scene with barely another tourist as he rambles from Catalonia's Pyrenees down to the Mediterranean

Guernsey travel tips: Where to go and what to see in 48 hours

Next month (9 May) marks the 70th anniversary of the liberation of the only areas of the British Isles to fall under German rule in the Second World War

Cross Lane House: Somerset's modern medieval marvel

A firm mattress, plump pillows, a steaming shower and a breakfast brimming with freshly pressed juice and bacon from pigs reared just down the road

30 must-try dishes in Austin

From famous barbecue to tempting tacos, the Texas capital is a dining treat

Business travel is back, perks are not

Business travel may be up, but the days of first class and "Mad Men" lunches may be over

Only in Portland? Old airport carpet becomes cult hero

Visitors and Oregon locals lined up inside Portland International Airport to have their photos taken with an odd celebrity - a piece of nearly 30-year-old carpet

United stands with partners Lufthansa, Germanwings

United Airlines is standing in solidarity with partner Lufthansa following the crash of a Germanwings Airbus A320 in the French Alps last month

Disney's Tangled: The Musical and More Cruise Shorts

Disney brings "Tangled" to their cruise's stage, Celebrity increases beverage package prices and more

Malta (beyond the Games of Thrones tour)

A walk through the walled city of Mdina

The Many Faces of Puerto Rico

Gallery openings, vibrant restaurants, hotel development and preserved examples of the old way of life play well together in Puerto Rico

In Rome, Industrial Ruins Take On a Colorful New Profile

New businesses, cultural spaces and an Eataly Italian food emporium have injected the Ostiense district with life

The World's 9 Most Gorgeous Gardens

We've stopped and smelled the roses all around the world to come up with this list of the planet's most gorgeous gardens

Hidden hire car costs - and why urgent reform is needed

Trend on Travel: No-frills airlines have been taken to task over fare transparency. Isn't it time car hire firms got the same treatment?

Top 10: London hotels with river views

The best hotels for views of the River Thames, including the top places to stay to see the London Eye, Tower Bridge and the Houses of Parliament, for couples, families and romantic city breaks

Airbnb rentals available in Cuba for US travellers

After 55 years of frozen relationships between Cuba and the US, American citizens are now able to rent Airbnb properties on the Caribbean island

11 Things Locals Want You to Know About Tokyo

A city can't always speak for itself, but its locals can. Tokyo may be best known as a frenetic, uber-modern super city, but the people who live there want you to know it for more than that

7 hottest new travel accessories

Featuring everything from built in scales to app-controlled biometric locks, these new travel accessories combine brains and beauty

Musical stage version of 'Tangled' to debut on Disney cruise ship

A new Disney stage show "Tangled: The Musical" will open not on Broadway but aboard the Disney Magic cruise ship starting in November

Does your credit card charge foreign transaction fees? Some don't

Thirty-seven percent of credit cards issued by major U.S. companies do not charge consumers foreign transaction fees when they buy items in another country or use an overseas bank

Delta to keep 20-minute 'guarantee' for checked bags

Delta Air Lines says a checked-bag guarantee it introduced on a trial basis in February will become a permanent feature. The airline now guarantees fliers' checked bags will arrive at the baggage carousel

River Cruise Line Launches Paddlewheel Ship on Loire

French-based river cruise line CroisiEurope has unveiled an innovative new paddlewheel vessel which is the first hotel ship to sail on the Loire River

On the Road: Traveling Back to the Agencies

Booking trips online is not the only way to go. I have a sentimental attachment to travel agencies. Someone near and dear to me - my mom - was a travel agent

New Neighbors Revitalize Battery Park City

A wave of food halls and boutiques is transforming this quiet Manhattan neighborhood along the Hudson River

In Dubai, Swinging Clubs Under the Stars

Playing golf at night allows you to be a tourist during the day — something your family might appreciate

The world's coolest new hotels

Our guide to new hotel openings in destinations such as Paris, Venice, Tuscany, London and Taiwan

Mount Everest to be cleaned up by Indian army

The Indian army is being sent in to clean up Mount Everest, with one major describing the peak as "the world's highest junkyard"

Fifty great days out in the UK

A guide to family days out in Britain, including information on theme parks such as Alton Towers, museums, zoos including Whipsnade and Woburn, and Stonehenge

Chile's affordable, green capital

Up-and-coming Santiago is safe and affordable, offering easy access to the country’s inviting beaches and wine country

Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat, New Zealand: A precious thing in hobbit country

If ever a place looked like it had been Photoshopped, it's Lake Pukaki. The water is an otherworldly icy turquoise, fringed by velvet greenery and overlooked, to the north, by Mount Cook, (aka Aoraki, or "Cloud Piercer"), New Zealand's highest peak, topped with box-fresh snow

Where to go diving, from Sharm el-Sheikh to Sri Lanka

There's nothing quite like the sensation of cruising through the blue, surrounded by shimmering fish and limitless space

Norwegian Cruise Line tests new fee for room service

The charge for previously complimentary room service is in testing on Breakaway and Getaway

MSC Cruises' Sinfonia gets sliced in half!

The ship was sliced in two and an additional section was inserted into the middle

KLM tests WhatsApp with its best customers

KLM is already known as a social media pioneer. Now, the Dutch carrier is testing the Whatsapp messaging app with 100 members of its Flying Blue frequent-flier program

Sandstorm snarls flights at Dubai, other Gulf airports

A severe sandstorm is wreaking havoc on flights at Dubai's busy international airport. About half of Thursday's flights have been delayed at Dubai International, according to flight-tracking service

A Cheapskate’s Cheatsheet to Tbilisi, Georgia

Exploring the budget friendly city, both reassuringly familiar and genuinely exotic

Hotel Review: The Wild Rabbit in the Cotswolds, England

With a top-quality restaurant attached, this inn is a charming base from which to explore the area's verdant countryside and stone villages

Restaurant Report: 430 Duval in Key West, Fla.

A new restaurant in the historic La Concha Hotel serves dishes blending local seafood with Cuban influences and some Asian touches

10 best U.S. beaches for families 2015

The best family beaches have more than a sandy spot to sunbathe or clean water

Addictive site of the week: Airport Codes website

Click on this website that demystifies those three-letter airport codes and your workday be ruined

Tiny Swiss village plans tallest building in Europe

Controversial design for 7132 Tower hotel will see luxury spa the size of the Empire State Building rise over the alpine community of Vals

Personal submarines make a splash

What to get the superyacht owner who has everything? Their own personal submarine to explore the ocean floor

A weekend break in... Darwin

A guide to short breaks in Darwin, Australia, including the best bars, restaurants, hotels and things to do

Himalayan views, without the danger

A low-altitude hike in Nepal offers stunning vistas, plus gin and tonics

4 ways mapping technology is changing the way we travel

The Apple Maps streaming patent is something new for mapping technology, allowing users to be tracked in real time and share a map path

Lufthansa, others adopt 'rule of two' for airline cockpits

Lufthansa said that it would now require two authorized crew members in the cockpit of its flights at all times. With the move, Lufthansa joins a number of other carriers that have done the same

Inside the hottest new ship on the Seine

Thinking about a river cruise through France's Normandy region? Our latest Cruise Ship Tour offers a deck-by-deck look at the newest vessel

Passengers Stuck Onboard Cruise Ship as Strong Winds Continue to Batter the U.K.

Passengers have been stuck onboard a P

The Travel Selfie: I Was Here, Give Me a Discount

As hotels and travel sites embrace a trend – offering selfie packages and contests — how does that change your vacation?

Getting a Good View of the Boston Marathon

The race, a "uniquely Boston celebration," is scheduled for Monday, April 20, a perfect time to visit

Eiffel Tower: 40 fascinating facts

To mark the 126th anniversary of the Eiffel Tower's construction, here are 40 fascinating facts

World's tallest hotel: first designs revealed

Architects have unveiled designs for a proposed 381-metre skyscraper in the Swiss resort of Vals

Phuket's Nikki Beach let drunk tourists ride baby elephant

The hedonistic, celebrity-frequented Nikki Beach Club found itself at the centre of a huge PR fail this weekend when pictures emerged of drunken revellers riding a baby elephant at their Phuket resort

An unusual Muslim enclave in China

The Chinese city where Islam found its roots

The jungle look

Two new safari options in India offer superior tiger sightings

Venice's sink or swim moment

The city of palazzos and cathedrals has been slowly sinking since Casanova canoodled down its canals. But, the Italians have a plan

10 Best Buzziest Spring Break Destinations for 2015

This year's top spring break destinations for college students include the Colorado Rockies, Caribbean, Florida beaches, and Costa Rica

Airbnb is the least favorite accommodation option of millennial travelers

A new report on the U.S. Millennial Traveler reveals the coupling with Airbnb may be one of convenience only

British Airways: Some frequent-flier accounts hacked

Some British Airways frequent-flier accounts have been hacked, but the airline says that most personal information is safe

Viking Ocean Cruises Takes Delivery of First Cruise Ship

New seagoing cruise line Viking Ocean Cruises, spawned from river giant Viking River, has taken delivery of its first ship

Uniworld christens new ship in Amsterdam

The new S.S. Maria Theresa is the 12th river cruise ship in Uniworld's fleet

Report: Passport kiosks cut Customs lines at NYC airports

Do U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) wait times at John F. Kennedy and Newark Liberty International airports seem shorter? They are, according to a new study by the Global Gateway Alliance

10 Places to Go Before They're Gone

Nothing lasts forever, so you might want to get out there and explore while you still can

Exploring Indianapolis, for the Final Four and Beyond

In addition to the playoffs, there’s plenty to do in the city’s walkable downtown

Barcelona attractions: eight of the city's best lesser-known sights

Our Barcelona expert offers a guide to the city's lesser-known spots, from small museums to off-the-beaten-track districts

Petra: 'nobody in sight' as visitor numbers halve

Officials in Jordan are drawing up urgent plans to 'salvage' the tourism industry, as visitor numbers to Petra fall by half following unrest in Iraq and Syria

Top 10: London hotels with river views

The best hotels for views of the River Thames, including the top places to stay to see the London Eye, Tower Bridge and the Houses of Parliament, for couples, families and romantic city breaks

Wonderful Things to Experience in Canada

From Sleeping Giant Provincial Park to the Capilano Suspension Bridge, here are our favorite things to do in Canada

Tobago: Sun, sea, sand and stamina

Tobago has more leisure activities than you can wave a palm tree frond at. Andrew Eames spends his mornings exploring the options, before recovering on the beach in the afternoon

How The Internet Created The Superstar Travel Agent

The Internet, experts said, was going to kill travel agents. In the nineties, airline and hotel executives gleefully dreamed of cutting out the middleman, saving on commissions, and creating direct relationships with their customers. Instead they got OTAs (online travel agents), whose dominance has led to even higher mass travel

Sujan Rajmahal Palace, India: In the pink with the Maharajas of Jaipur

While Jaipur's Pearl Palace Heritage might be in the spotlight at the moment (it was one of the filming locations for The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel), it is the city's Rajmahal Palace hotel that is on travellers' lips

Hong Kong's MTR: The world's most envied metro system

A "Super Control Center" and A.I. technology are just two reasons Hong Kong's MTR has an almost perfect on-time rate

Avalon to Launch Two Cruise Ships in 2016 and New River Destination

Avalon Waterways will next year debut the Avalon Passion on the Danube River and Avalon Imagery II on the Rhine, as well as offer two new itineraries in Holland and Belgium

Royal Caribbean to send another hot new ship to China

Make that two new Royal Caribbean ships going to China

JetBlue recovering from major backups after 'IT outage'

JetBlue suffered a "systemwide IT outage" Monday morning that created long lines at many of the carrier's airports

Thai carriers face scrutiny on safety, bans on new flights

Thailand is facing bans on new international flights and increased inspections after the International Civil Aviation Organization flagged significant concerns about the country's aviation

What to Do in Palm Beach, Fla.

This rarefied island, with its extravagant estates, exclusive shops and sumptuous hotels, is best viewed over the handlebars of a bike

10 things the TSA won't tell you

The Transportation Security Administration has made air travel a lot less pleasant - but has it made it any safer?

Why You Need a Travel Agent

Why you'll never travel without the help of a travel agent again!

The world's best coral reefs

As a new coral reefs exhibition opens in London, we track down the best around the world

The Mad Men tour of New York

The Mad Men cast have been central figures in the drama, but the real star is New York City itself, with world-famous spots like The Waldorf Astoria Hotel on Park Avenue in Midtown Manhattan among the major attractions

Japan's mysterious samurai town

Where narrow, winding streets confound visitors

As long as humans are in control, it's impossible to erase all risk

The average wage earner in Britain, France, Italy, Spain or Germany has the immense good fortune to be able to invest a very modest amount of disposable income to travel effortlessly to foreign lands

Seville travel tips: Where to go and what to see in 48 hours

Things are hotting up in Spain's fourth-largest city

Luxury trekking lodges: From Australia's Red Centre to the Himalayas

Situated in Morocco's Atlas Mountains, this luxurious fortress was bought by Sir Richard Branson during one of his famous ballooning expeditions

5 ways boutique hotels can improve their loyalty programs

Recently, Jetsetter surveyed 1,100 travelers and found boutique hotels weren't performing well in terms of their loyalty programs

A new, more luxurious way to explore the Galapagos

Luxury line Silversea is offering a new, more upscale way to visit the wildlife-filled Galapagos Islands with seven-night sailings aboard the 100-passenger Silver Galapagos

Cruise giant Carnival Corp. orders nine new ships

Cruise giant Carnival Corp. today announced plans to add nine new ships over a four-year period from 2019 to 2022

Avoiding the Airplane Cold

How to avoid catching cold while traveling. Airline carriers are also formidable carriers of the common cold; a recent study says you may be more than 100 times as likely to catch a cold on a plane as in your normal daily rounds

High in the Mountains and Monasteries of Georgia

This former Soviet republic is perfect for budget travelers who like their bumpy bus rides to end in mountain villages with lots of good, affordable wine

Restaurant Report: Dstage in Madrid

Nervy young chefs like Diego Guerrero are making the Spanish capital an avant-garde culinary destination. Move over, Barcelona

10 Best India Experiences

Click through our slideshow to explore 10 of India's most unique experiences, and travel down the unmarked path -- away from touts, persistent rickshaw drivers and unrelenting tourist shop owners to the India of dreams and dazzle

Did Schengen ruin the romance of travel?

The Schengen Agreement came into force 20 years ago today, making overland travel in Europe simpler - and far less exciting

A weekend break in

An insider's guide to what to do on a short break in Miami Beach, including the best bars, restaurants, hotels and things to do

Are airlines using fuel savings to fill their pockets at our expense?

Trend on Travel: Airlines are saving billions of pounds thanks to falling oil prices - so when will passengers benefit?

Plans for superhighway linking Britain and America

The Russian proposal would allow Britons to travel overland from Britain to the United States

The best day trips from London

Brighton for the seaside, Canterbury for the cathedral and Bletchley Park for the code-breaking connection, plus many more ideas from our readers

This Austin hotel is a serene escape from the city's weirdness

Charming Hotel Ella is a refurbished mansion removed from the nightlife, but close enough to the city for exploring

ION Luxury Adventure Hotel, Nesjavellir, Iceland: review

ION Luxury Adventure Hotel is an Iceland hotel offering minimalist design, good breakfasts and a heated outdoor pool, near Thingvellir National Park and the popular "Golden Circle" route

Princess, Descendant of Maria Theresa Names Uniworld Cruise Ship

A royal christening took place in Amsterdam today when a bona fide princess named Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection's newest river ship, Maria Theresa

Why river line Avalon has the best cabins in Europe

Could the best cabins in river cruising these days be the ones without balconies? The executives at Avalon Waterways seem to think so

Alaska Air beefs up in Boise; now up to 8 nonstop routes

Alaska Airlines continues to beef up its presence in the Northwest with a new route between Boise and Spokane , Wash

Lanshu Chen on Dining Well on the Road

The Taiwanese chef, formerly of French Laundry, offers tips on how to stay away from generic and touristy places on the road

The world's most incredible views from above

Striking aerial panoramas of the world's most beautiful landscapes, including shots taken from planes, helicopters and drones

A bizarre city of white marble

Turkmenistan's unexpected city of extremes

Austin's top-five spots for Texas hipster charm

The city is all about quality of life, about having fun and making room for all tastes

Brechfa Forest, Carmarthenshire: A walk that streams into springtime

What's on your wish list for a lovely spring walk. Bird song? Budding trees? Perhaps a rushing river glistening as the sun finds its strength? And a brilliant pub? One by one, I happily tick them off as I hike up the Afan Gorlech, a river that crashes its way through Carmarthenshire

Brockloch Treehouse, Dumfries and Galloway: Branch out to an amazing space

What happens when you let a dynamic architect loose on a private woodland amid the rolling hills of Scotland's balmiest region? An eye-catching, off-grid treetop escape is what

Le Marais, Paris: Having a ball in the bohemian quarter

Life is starting to spill outdoors in the city's former marshes, making it easier to enjoy the falafel stalls, magic shows, one-off bookshops and bars. Glen Mutel goes for a stroll

Avalon Waterways Christens New River Cruise Ship in France

One of four new Avalon Waterways ships to debut this year, Avalon Tapestry II has been christened in the Normandy village of Les Andelys, in northern France

Norwegian Star Cruise Ship Gains Brand-New Bars

The first at-sea Jimmy Buffet Five O'Clock Somewhere Bar is open for business onboard Norwegian Star, which just returned to service after a two-week dry dock as part of Norwegian Cruise Line's NEXT program

Traveling When Pregnant — Don’t Let that Baby Bump Stop You!

As a full-time travel writer, I spend quite a fair bit of time on the road. And because of my hectic schedule and lifestyle, I somehow missed the signs that the universe was throwing at me and only found out I was pregnant at six months

9 things frequent fliers need to know about upcoming American/US Airways merger

The FAA will soon issue American Airlines the all-important Single Operating Certificate, which marks the beginning of the end for US Airways

European discounters have a strong safety record

European discount carriers have maintained a solid safety record as they've taken an increasing amount of market share there during the past two decades. And even as both the scope and number of discounters

The Mirage Hotel and Casino

This month we rediscover one of Vegas' longstanding landmarks, The Mirage

Getting to the Front of the Visa Line

Frustrated by visa applications for destinations like Brazil, Russia, China and India? Here’s a three-step plan for success

Tips From a Veteran on Making the Most of Coachella

Ben Ratliff, a Times music critic, gives advice for attending the festival that’s remarkably similar to running a marathon: Drink water and be wary of the sun

Is graffiti ruining Paris?

Street art, urban blight, or a valuable record for the future? Anthony Peregrine on the spread of graffiti in the capital

African elephants could be extinct 'within a decade'

At least 80,000 African elephants have been poached since 2006, experts at a summit in Botswana have warned

Top 10: the best New Forest hotels

An insider's guide to the best hotels in the New Forest, featuring the top places to stay for open fires, captivating views, excellent pub grub, bike hire, Georgian charm, treehouse accommodation, Michelin-starred dining and top-notch wine lists

Spectacular Rainbow Beaches with the World's Most Colorful Sand

Escape to these spectacularly hued beaches where you won't believe the color of the sand

Iguazu Falls: Unlike any waterfall on earth

These falls on the border of Argentina and Brazil put others to shame

10 Best Chile Experiences

Check out Chile's best experiences, from dog sledding to weaving with indigenous women

The Top 10 destinations in the world, according to TripAdvisor

TripAdvisor has unveiled the world

Music hotels: Hi-tech gramophones, instrument room service, and treble clef lamps

At one time a bank, this 19th-century palazzo in Pest has been transformed into a 49-room hotel themed on a 'love of music'. Music runs through the hotel's veins, from the note-perfect décor to the musical library, accessible via complimentary iPads and televisions

AmaWaterways Owner Says Line Will Build More Cruise Ships for 2017

AmaWaterways' Executive Vice President and Co-owner Kristin Karst has confirmed the line will build two more ships in 2017

Carnival Australia Cruise Ships Deliver Aid to Vanuatu

Carnival Australia is using four of its cruise ships to deliver humanitarian aid to Vanuatu after the devastation of Cyclone Pam

Airbus delivers its 9,000th aircraft

Airbus celebrated the delivery of its 9,000 aircraft on Friday, delivering the milestone plane - an Airbus A321 - to Vietnamese carrier VietJetAir

Cool travel hacks: New uses for airline amenity kits

For years, airline amenity kits, most of which are handed out in business and first class on long-haul flights, were quite boring. But that's changing

A Luxury Liner Docks, and the Countdown's On

The profitability of today’s giant cruise ships depends on a tightly choreographed routine that’s part Nascar pit stop, part Noah’s Ark

Richard III: Leicester Cathedral and other royal resting places

With Richard III's remains being reburied at Leicester Cathedral this week, we look at the resting places of other British monarchs

Namibia: 'the land God made in anger'

Namibia's haunting landscapes carry Gavin Bell back to the birth of a nation which today celebrates 25 years of independence

Cruise ships avoid Tunis after British passenger killed in museum attack

Cruise ships have taken Tunis off their itineraries after a British passenger was one of at least 20 foreign tourists killed in a terror attack in Tunisia's national museum

10 Vacations to Take Before Your Kids Turn 10

Make the most of your little travelers with these super-fun vacations that will keep kids and parents happy

Thompson Miami Beach: Culmination of a century of glitz and glamour

In a city that rivals Las Vegas for new hotel openings, the Thompson Miami Beach is up there with the best of the latest batch, having pipped Ian Schrager's new Edition to the post when it opened in November

Magna Carta, Tunis and why tourists are still a soft but effective target

Last Wednesday morning I had the good fortune to visit Salisbury Cathedral, which is making much of the 800th anniversary of the sealing of Magna Carta. Over the centuries, the cathedral has cared well for its copy of King John's "Great Charter" of rights under the law, and it is arguably the best version of the four originals that still exist

Vigo travel tips: Where to go and what to see in 48 hours

Mainland Spain's westernmost city is cultured, gritty and highly affordable. This Galician city also has a proud heritage

15 of nature's most spectacular shows

Fireworks are fantastic and human endeavor has its place, but sometimes Mother Nature outshines any performance we can produce.

Exchange rate travel: Surfing the dollar's euro surge

Exchange rates: They sound dull, they are dull -- until all of a sudden, they make you rich

Hotels help guests score a good night's sleep

Hotels offer lights that mimic the sunrise and other features to help guests sleep

Fliers not done with snow; Storm slows Chicago flights

It may be spring, but winter weather continues to make its mark on air travel. The latest comes in Chicago, where about 150 flights have been canceled at O'Hare International Airport

Frontier Airlines raising baggage fees

Frontier Airlines, which has expanded rapidly in Phoenix and other cities, is raising its baggage fees in May. The increases, which take effect for travel on or after May 1, range from $5 to $10 per checked

My Quest for Atlantis

Most visitors go to Gibraltar, Malta or Santorini for sun, seafood and relaxation. I was searching for something more elusive: the lost sunken city

In Berkeley’s Warehouses, Foodies Find a New Home

Long a D.I.Y. answer to San Francisco’s Design District, West Berkeley is now attracting innovative culinary entrepreneurs looking to spread their wings

'Airbnb scam cost me £920'

Ask the Experts: Gill Charlton, our consumer correspondent, secures a refund for a reader who was the victim of online fraud

Highlights of a Mississippi river cruise: in pictures

From Huckleberry Finn to the jazz-fuelled decadence of New Orleans via the blues, the Mississippi river is part of the American psyche. These are the highlights of a cruise along it

Amsterdam attractions: eight of the city's best lesser-known sights

Our Amsterdam expert offers a guide to the city

UK hotels 'worst in Europe for service'

British and Russian hotels named worst for service in analysis of six million reviews

10 Best Places to Go in Florida

If you're dreaming of your next Florida vacation, no trip to the Sunshine State is complete without a visit to the 10 best places to go in Florida

Thompson Miami Beach: Culmination of a century of glitz and glamour

In a city that rivals Las Vegas for new hotel openings, the Thompson Miami Beach is up there with the best of the latest batch, having pipped Ian Schrager's new Edition to the post when it opened in November

Vigo travel tips: Where to go and what to see in 48 hours

Mainland Spain's westernmost city is cultured, gritty and highly affordable. This Galician city also has a proud heritage

17 Cruise Passengers Dead in Tunis Attack; More Missing; Two Survivors

MSC Cruises has confirmed 12 passengers traveling on MSC Splendida were killed in the terrorist attack in Tunisia, and Costa Cruises has confirmed five passengers on Costa Fascinosa were also killed

Heure Bleue, Essaouira: hotel of the week

Heure Bleue, in rock-star-luring seaside town Essaouira (Jimi Hendrix and Jim Morrison both spent some time by the coast), has a laid-back ambience that suits our to-do list of siestas

Ryanair backtracks: No $15 U.S. flights, after all

Fliers can forget those $15 Ryanair flights between Europe and the USA. Ryanair on Thursday said it made a mistake in announcing its board OK'd plans to expand to North America

Milwaukee airport installs suites for nursing moms

General Mitchell is the first airport in the U.S. to purchase Mamava lactation pods

At the Prague Marathon, History Is a Spectator

To run through the city’s medieval streets and working-class neighborhoods, where dissidents had conspired against Communist rule, is to run through Czech history

What to Do in Dubai

Superlatives notwithstanding, Dubai has an emerging alternative, arty side, with a fast-growing gallery district, indie fashion designers and cool cafes

Hotel Review: The Godfrey in Chicago

A comfortable crash pad for the young (or young-at-heart) who value style over service

A weekend break in... Seville

A guide to what to do on a short break in Seville, Spain, including the city's best bars, restaurants, hotels and things to do

China plots domination of the global cruise market

Three in four cruise passengers will soon be Chinese, report claims

The airline industry's little secret

Once a tool to help nervous fliers, model aeroplanes are now essential to developing business relationships in the aviation industry

Best budget destinations for spring 2015

Spring is our favorite season for great travel deals. There's simply no beating that perfect combination of pleasant weather and low prices

Nine things you didn't know you can do at zoos

Why just look at the animals when you can take part in fun, unique experiences at your zoo?

This year's best Easter and Passover cruises

There will be religious services, traditional foods, holiday treats and themed activities

Which hub airports are best in winter?

Don't always assume warmer average temperatures = punctuality

Fake shuttle driver busted for charging $435 for rides into Manhattan

Barnabas Laurent was arrested for allegedly pretending to be an airport shuttle driver and charging $400 to drive travelers into Manhattan

12 Travel scams to watch for in 2015 and how to avoid them

A thorough list of travel scams to watch for in 2015 and how to avoid them

Your next hotel shower is being watched by the EPA

Feel like you're being watched in the shower? You are ... and it's the EPA

The Virtues of Microadventures

The author Alastair Humphreys preaches the gospel of short, perspective-shifting bursts of travel closer to home

Iran's best street artist comes to London

Mehdi Ghadyanloo's murals show the Islamic Republic as you've never seen it before - and his work is now on display in London

Ryanair flying to 'ghost airport' partly to serve Spanish migrants

Ryanair will be the first airline to fly to the "ghost airport" of Castellon, partly to serve young Spaniards wanting to work in London

Ballyfin: the best hotel in Ireland?

A former stately home, immaculately restored Ballyfin is setting new benchmarks for luxury travel in Ireland

48 hours in Boston

This year marks the 250th anniversary of the formation of the Sons of Liberty. Who? Exactly – this secret society founded in Boston in 1765 brought together dissidents including Paul Revere, John Hancock and Benedict Arnold

The Little Tin Chapel, Chester: Pull up a pew in this sacred space

Built from a flat pack on a bank of the Shropshire Union Canal in 1909, the Little Tin Chapel is an intriguing new addition to Chester's accommodation scene

The Sneaky New Way Airlines Are Raising Fares

Major U.S. carriers are catching onto this idea, and it's bad news for passengers

A search for the perfect tiki bar in Los Angeles

On the prowl for faux-Polynesian perfection

10 Best Beach Hotels in Costa Rica

Beach Hotels recommendations by local experts in Costa Rica

Discover Marlon Brando's Tahitian paradise

Tetiaroa isn’t associated just with Hollywood royalty. This cluster of flat islets was a getaway for Tahiti’s chiefs and kings

Why this California caféis the cat's meow

Oakland’s feline-friendly coffeehouse not merely a relaxed atmosphere to enjoy your coffee, has adopted out more than 140 cats

MSC Announces New Cruise Ship will be U.S.-Based

MSC Cruises confirmed its commitment to the U.S. market by announcing its first Seaside class ship will be based in Miami year-round

Live from Cruise Shipping Miami: What's the State of the Cruise Industry?

Today's kick-off event at Cruise Shipping Miami, the global, and annual cruise industry convention, felt like watching a particularly compelling hour of CNN

Airports, airlines bicker over ticket fees

Airport and airline representatives debated Tuesday about whether to raise ticket fees to pay for terminal improvements and expansions, a preview of congressional debate later this year

Hotels for the Next Generation

Marriott, Hilton and other big chains are appealing to "lifestyle" travelers, with lower prices, industrial design and high-tech everything

Exploring Indianapolis, for the Final Four and Beyond

In addition to the playoffs, there's plenty to do in the city's walkable downtown

New Orleans: America's maddest, most extraordinary city

Anthony Horowitz visits New Orleans, a muddled, mad, shabby yet utterly fascinating city

Malaysia launches a new airline

The Malaysian government is launching a new airline after a troubled year which saw three disasters involving two of its carriers

12 Best Ireland Experiences

It doesn't take luck or magic to have a fantastic time in Ireland. Whether you've never set foot on Irish soil or you've been to Ireland many times over, we have you covered

Culinary pleasures of Prague

"The land vegetables forgot." Anthony Bourdain didn’t praise Prague, but as a Czech, I’m not insulted. Meat is our mainstay

Oasis of calm in central Glasgow

IT is hard to believe tranquil Woodside Place is only a few minutes from the bustling metropolis of Glasgow’s city centre

Gallery bans ‘obnoxious’ selfie sticks

It is a familiar sight at galleries across the world: tourists gathered in front of master­pieces holding aloft extendable poles

The Little Tin Chapel, Chester: Pull up a pew in this sacred space

Built from a flat pack on a bank of the Shropshire Union Canal in 1909, the Little Tin Chapel is an intriguing new addition to Chester's accommodation scene

Snow report: Make tracks while the sun shines on Europe's slopes

Spring is on its way, but Europe's ski season still has a few weeks left. Many resorts have seen fresh snowfalls this week, and are expecting more in the coming days

Five myths about Ireland

Plan on having a Guinness or two, kiss the Blarney Stone if you must, and good luck with spying on a leprechaun. But also consider these five outdated notions of Ireland before you go

Regent Seven Seas reveals French restaurant, Chartreuse

Regent Seven Seas announced its newest restaurant, Chartreuse, with a simulation of the French dining room and menu

New giant cruise ship to sail from Barcelona

A record size cruise ship on the way for Royal Caribbean will sail in the Mediterranean after its debuts in 2016

$15 Europe flights? Ryanair board OKs plan to fly to U.S.

Europe's largest discount airline says it will begin flights to the United States and plans to sell some seats selling for less than $15 each way

Cruising the Past, from Baltimore to Charleston

It wasn't the antebellum mansions or the bird life I'd miss from my seven-night trip aboard the American Glory; it was my fellow shipmates

British Museum the UK's favourite attraction

The British Museum is once again the UK's favourite tourist attraction, according to visitor numbers gathered last year

Puerto Rico: the Caribbean without all the edges sanded off

Stylish New Yorkers are heading to Puerto Rico for its chic new hotels, fine cuisine, and rough-round-the-edges charm

Le Rosbif Writes: where best to see spring in France

Having shed his cardigan, Anthony Peregrine is ready to shrug off the winter and visit three of his favourite places in France

The world's best airports

Heathrow has been named one of the world's 10 best airports in annual awards, voted for by 12 million travellers

ION Luxury Adventure Hotel, Nesjavellir, Iceland: review

ION Luxury Adventure Hotel is an Iceland hotel offering minimalist design, good breakfasts and a heated outdoor pool, near Thingvellir National Park and the popular ‘Golden Circle’ route

One Easy Way to Fit a Ton of Stuff into a Tiny Bag

How to ditch your large luggage and travel with just a tiny carry-on—really!

The world's largest tiny town

An exhibit with incredible attention to detail

Is Qantas giving out free first-class tickets? Nope, sorry

Over 130,000 people were fooled by a fake Qantas Facebook campaign.

The Passport Center

Everything you need to know about obtaining, using and keeping your passport updated and safe in our one-stop guide to passports

From Copenhagen to Siem Reap, small and perfectly formed rooms

While the world of real estate is all about oodles of space, multiple bedrooms, triple garages and, as Hyacinth Bucket would say, “room for a pony”, the accommodation industry buzz has moved on from Airbnb to the new breed of teeny hotels

The Insiders: Waikiki, Hawaii

Bitsy Kelley gives her tips for travelling to Waikiki, Hawaii

P and O Cruise Ship Forced to Skip Port due to Cyclone; Carnival Pledges $150K

P and O Cruises' Aurora has become the latest cruise ship forced to skip a port stop due to Cyclone Pam

Tracing Jewish Heritage Along the Danube

In Hungary, Slovakia, Austria and Germany, the river was a guide and a witness to vanished Jewish life

3 Day-Cruises Worth the Trip

Itineraries in Chicago, San Francisco and New York offer the chance to admire the cities’ architecture, nature and history — in just a few hours

Le Rosbif Writes: where best to see spring in France

Having shed his cardigan, Anthony Peregrine is ready to shrug off the winter and visit three of his favourite places in France

Ten of America's best state parks

Why do America's national parks get all the glory, when crowds are fewer and entry fees cheaper at its beautiful state parks?

Abusive gestures and how to avoid making them on holiday

Holidays are for making new friends, not unintentionally offending someone. Here are the hand gestures to avoid

Breastfeeding B.C. mom says flight attendant shamed her

A Burnaby, B.C., mom breastfeeding her baby on a flight this week says a United Airlines attendant humiliated her

San Miguel de Allende: The new gourmet capital of Mexico?

A smart, contemporary interior, an on-site bakery, mouth-watering artisan bread, free wi-fi and an "all day lounge"; this is café Cumpanio in San Miguel de Allende, three hours' north of Mexico City and it's a home-from-home as far as I'm concerned

How to buy euros: Save enough for a decent dinner for two

The seven-year-high at which sterling finds itself against the euro is spectacularly easy to squander

How to apply for a visa to India: Prospective visitors are being deterred by the ever-tougher visa regime

The evening before I was booked to fly to Delhi for the first time, I gave a talk at a school in Oxfordshire. My passport was in my jacket pocket

Rome accommodation: From a boutique bolthole and an artist's villa to an historic palazzo

Forget shabby chic; G-Rough, which opened on 1 March near Piazza Navona, describes itself as "rough luxe"

Culinary Burgundy: A foodie's dream trip

Our food and wine lovers' travel guide to Burgundy helps demystify this iconic destination

For famed rockers, from Woodstock to ... a cruise ship

Even Crosby, Stills and Nash is playing cruise ships these days. British line Cunard says the famed folk rock group that got its start at the Woodstock festival in 1969 will be performing

Virgin America takes aim at Southwest with 2-for-1 promo

Virgin America appears to be upping the ante in an already fierce battle at Dallas Love Field

Hoshinoya Kyoto hotel, Kyoto, Japan: review

Hoshinoya Kyoto is a Kyoto hotel offering a tranquil location, sumptuous beds, excellent Japanese food, and a range of free activities including tea-drinking ceremonies, a 15-minute boat ride from central Kyoto

Cruising the Past, from Baltimore to Charleston

It wasn’t the antebellum mansions or the bird life I’d miss from my seven-night trip aboard the American Glory; it was my fellow shipmates

What to Do in Los Cabos, Mexico

Where the desert meets the sea, you can take a glass-bottom boat, sign up for a zip-line course or just indulge in a soothing fusion massage

London's ten best afternoon teas

Telegraph writers select ten of London's best afternoon teas for those searching for something a bit different

15 cities you should visit by train

Interrail is asking tourists to vote on which is their favourite European town or city to reach by train. Here are its top 15 destinations

Iceland, where the devil landed

On an island where the earth rumbles and natural springs boil furiously, old myths are very much alive

Gallery bans ‘obnoxious’ selfie sticks

It is a familiar sight at galleries across the world: tourists gathered in front of master­pieces holding aloft extendable poles

The fab four: luxe camps

Glamp it up with these top-of-the-range camping destinations

Pied a terre

Paris's grand old hotels have seen the best of times and the worst of times

Vib? Venu? Why modern hotel names are often short, vague and misspelled

Feeling Blu? Full of Moxy? According to the experts, it's all part of a calculated plan to attract adventurous individuals in search of new experiences

11 of the world's top food museums

From kimchi to mustard, chocolate to potatoes, these food shrines offer insight into local delicacies. In some cases maybe a bit too much

Unicorns, camels and hangovers: Wackiest hotel guest requests

Concierge requests are typically predictable: tickets to a show, flowers, chocolates. But some guests ask for burials at sea, mariachi proposals and camels

Lufthansa flies first Premium Economy-equipped A380

Lufthansa's first Airbus A380 to fly with the carrier's new premium economy cabin debuted Wednesday on a flight from the carrier's Frankfurt hub to Houston Bush Intercontinental

New giant cruise ship to sail from Barcelona

A record size cruise ship on the way for Royal Caribbean will sail in the Mediterranean after its debuts in 2016

Cruising for All Tastes

Ships large and small are widening their appeal with themes, from stargazing to regional cooking, and expanding to ever farther ports of call

Smart Luggage for the Connected Age

Your bags may still end up in the wrong place, but at least they can tell you where they are. They can also charge devices, play your music and more

Train service hopes to compete with budget airlines

A train operator is planning to compete with budget airlines by launching a fast, low-cost, train service between London and Edinburgh

Apple Watch: the apps that will appeal to travellers

With the new Apple Watch on sale in April, airlines and travel booking websites are developing apps that aim to make travellers' lives easier

Peru's other lost city

Ruins that few know about, and even fewer see

Europe's Cheapest Cities This Year

Europe is cheaper than it's been in a long time, but these 20 cities are even more affordable than the rest of the Continent

The Adriatic's unexpected enclaves

Find former pirate settlements and secret swimming holes

The most expensive UK cities to stay in have been revealed

The most expensive UK cities to book a hotel in have been revealed, with a small Scottish town narrowly beating London to the top spot

Touring Ho Chi Minh City in a retro Vespa mob

Traffic in the Vietnamese city can be overwhelming -- but not if you're on the back of a Vespa scooter and go with the flow

Crystal Unveils Four Mix-and-Match World Cruises for 2018

In 2018, Crystal Cruises will offer simultaneous world cruises on its two luxury cruise ships, the 922-passenger Crystal Symphony and 1,070-passenger Crystal Serenity

Murray River romance in luxury villas The Frames

I have a small battery of remote controls sitting on my bedside table for the television, blinds and drapes, even the bed

Airlines expect the most passengers since 2007

The number airline passengers traveling this spring is expected to be the highest in seven years – just below the record set in 2007 – bolstered by rising employment and personal income

Photo tour: A new cruise ship fit for a queen

ABOARD THE BRITANNIA -- What's it like aboard the largest cruise ship ever designed for the British market?

Apps to Help Navigate Cruise Lines

A guide to digital tools that allow you to virtually explore hundreds of ships, stay on budget and even identify the constellations in the sky above

The 14 most beautiful rivers in the world

From blood-red waters to banks lined with fairytale castles, these rivers all offer something special

Top 10: US city breaks for summer 2015

From fine art on show in Boston to a reinvigorated New Orleans and fresh attractions in New York, Barbara Noe selects great cultural treats to enjoy in 2015

The 10 Highest-Rated Travel Products on Amazon

We crowdsourced reviews in 10 different categories on Amazon to determine the best travel products according to popular opinion

Cima Rosa, Venice

Venice's hotel scene is notoriously pricey, but the calle and caruggi are also home to a growing number of boutique B

Brussels: Belgium's capital has been enjoying a renaissance

Brussels has long been Europe's ugly duckling; romantics prefer Paris and hipsters prefer Berlin. Bashed about by brutalist architects and town planners in the 1960s and 1970s, its clumsy redevelopment even spawned a new word, "Brusselisation". Yet lately the Belgian capital has been enjoying a discreet renaissance

Best case scenario: Pro packing tips for stress-free travel

Pack right and your vacation will be a joy. Pack wrong and spend it with 18 pairs of unsuitable shoes

Airline accident rate is lowest ever, report says

Live satellite tracking of all commercial aircraft could be a reality within three years, says the head of the International Air Transport Association

Browns Canyon, industrial town among new national monuments

A historic industrial town, a World War II internment camp and part of Colorado's Arkansas River Valley will become the newest U.S. national monuments

The best new hotel perks for 2015

Some of the best hotel innovations of 2015 are undoubtedly the creative perks properties are starting to dish out

The sad truth about airline seat maps

Frugal fliers shop for the best airfare possible, then once settled on the tickets, there's a last little chore: Scoping out the airline seat map to decide where to sit

Fliers gouged on airport water? Court fight ahead

A court fight over retail operations at one of the nation's busiest airports led to a charges Friday that passengers are being gouged on bottled water prices

HM The Queen Names P

Her Majesty The Queen named P

Hidden Gems on Ecuador’s Emerald Coast

Eco-tourism is gaining a foothold in Esmeraldas, an Afro-Ecuadorean province that has rugged jungles, giant mangroves and coconut-lined beaches

Luxury chalet of the week: Chalet Eugenia

Chalet Eugenia in Klosters is much more stately home than alpine chic

The 10 best US family holidays

Ten of the best US family holidays, from walking with dinosaurs in Utah to heading down the freeway in a motorhome

US tourists arrested for carving initials on Rome Colosseum

Two American tourists have been arrested for engraving their initials on the walls of the Roman amphitheatre and posing for a selfie

8 Best Budget Destinations for Spring 2015

Crowds are thin, the weather's fine, and the deals are plentiful at these awesome and affordable spring destinations

Rangoon: New hotels, hi-tech trains and smart restaurants

Rangoon (or Yangon as it is now known), Burma's largest city, is already unrecognisable to those who knew it a few years ago, and will soon be again. "It's all changing – so fast," my elderly taxi driver, Victor, told me

UNESCO awards: A confusion of titles and sub-categories

What do The Beano, orange marmalade, Lemmings (the video game, rather than the rodents themselves) and aspirin have in common? They were all designed in Dundee. The diverse and significant achievements of Scotland's fourth-largest city were recognised officially by Unesco in December when it awarded Dundee the title of the UK's first City of Design, a title that draws it into the ranks of Berlin, Beijing and Buenos Aires

Madeira vintage car tour

It seemed an inopportune moment. Just as we started descending one of Funchal's narrow, near-perpendicular roads in a 1935 Austin 10, driver Joao announced: "The brakes take longer to react than in modern cars; they're like a bicycle's, they rely on tiny cables"

Bank hotels

This protected building was, for 92 years, one of the Austrian capital's grandest banks. It closed in 2008 and has since been converted into a five-star hotel. The Art Nouveau cashier hall is now a gleaming restaurant, offices have become guest rooms, and the vault houses a gold-tiled swimming pool

Tropical Depression Forces Cruise Ships to Change Itineraries

A tropical depression north of Vanuatu and east of the Solomon Islands has caused at least two cruise ships to change itineraries in the South Pacific

Cruise News Shorts: Two Under Construction Cruise Ships Reach Milestones

Every week we catch wind of so much cruise news, we don't always know what to do with it all, but a few standout bits sometimes catch our attention

U.S. airlines contend Gulf rivals are subsidized unfairly

U.S. airlines and their unions criticize Persian Gulf airlines for alleged subsidies

South African Air will not honor mistake $72 biz-class fare

Mistake fares are back in the news. This time the absurdly low fare came on South African Airways, which sold round-trip business class tickets for just $72 round-trip for the 8-½ journey between Johannesburg

Discovering the Ruins of Italy’s Ionian Coast

Tracing ancestral connections in the Basilicata region, where Greeks built temples, monks painted in caves and Francis Ford Coppola opened a hotel

What to Do in Rome

Early spring in the Eternal City means few crowds at its magnificent museums, convivial cafes and ancient sites

Restaurant Report: Selfie in Moscow

Scoff if you want, but the name is perfect for this restaurant, which has a tongue-in-cheek approach, a renowned chef and a focus on local ingredients

How Ryanair and British Airways are trying to be like easyJet

Ryanair is trying to be nicer to customers, British Airways is becoming meaner. The hero of the no-frills flying era turns out to have been easyJet

10 of the best technology-free holidays

To mark National Day of Unplugging, we've unearthed 10 remote destinations where you can't help but switch off

North Korea tourists required to have daily temperature checks

Tourists planning to take advantage of North Korea reopening its borders will have to endure daily medical checks

Bath hotels

The best hotels in Bath chosen by our expert, including luxury hotels

Stowford Manor, Devon: A retreat that rises to the challenge

Built in grandeur for the nouveau riche of the industrial revolution, the grade-II listed mini-mansion at Stowford Manor in Devon has been revamped for the 21st century, with vivid colour and plenty of quirkiness

How to protect yourself from privacy-invading travel apps

What many may not realize is using travel apps often comes with a dangerous invasion of privacy

Shh! These are the best secret beaches in the Caribbean

Go the extra mile to seek out the unspoiled stretches of sand at these Caribbean beaches

Inside the Princess ships that made cruising history

What were Princess Cruises' early ships like? Our latest Cruise Ship Tour offers a nostalgic look back at the line's first six vessels

New luxury ship to boast elaborate cooking school

Regent Seven Seas Cruises' next ship will feature a dedicated room for cooking classes -- a first for the line

Friday offers hope for weather-battered air travelers

Finally, there is light at the end of the tunnel for weather-weary air travelers. First, however, passengers must get through Friday, the last of a brutal 14-day stretch in which airlines have canceled 23,433 flights

Seattle's First Downtown, Reimagined

Pioneer Square, which was settled in 1852 and fell into decline after World War II, is now home to artists, designers and inventive restaurants

A Hotelier's Take on Eco-Friendly Rooms

A conversation with Barry Sternlicht, founder of Starwood Capital Group, who has developed a new line of eco-friendly hotels, called 1 Hotels

Durban Travel Guide - Durban Travel Tips

Durban is a beachside city in South Africa that boasts the continent's busiest port

12 Things You Don't Photograph -- But Should

Adjust your filters and expand the reach of what you photograph when you're on vacation. Here are 12 things you might not think to take pictures of -- but should

Berlin attractions: what see and do in spring

Our Berlin expert suggests what to see and do in the city this spring, from festivals and events to upcoming exhibitions

Should tourism be limited at 'lost' cities?

The discovery of new 'lost city' in the jungle of Honduras will capture the imagination of many, but are ancient sites better left to the attention of historians?

Ten lost cities that you can visit

The location of the fabled "White City" in Honduras may be a secret, but here are ten other lost cities to discover around the world

Hotel Football, Old Trafford, Manchester: review

Hotel Football is a Manchester hotel - owned by Ryan Giggs and Gary Neville - offering subtly-themed interiors, a rooftop five-a-side football pitch, branch of Café Football, and fabulous views of Old Trafford

St David's Day 2015: Don’t get in a stew, just pass the 'Cawl Crawl' map

Celebrate St David’s Day by tucking into traditional cawl, via a new trail

Carnival Cruise Line Goes Off the Beaten Path with Longer Cruise Sailings

Moving beyond its bread and butter of three- to eight-night sailings, Carnival Cruise Line is expanding its offering of nine-night or longer sailings beginning this fall

Regent Seven Seas' Newest Cruise Ship to Feature Line's First Culinary Center

When Regent Seven Seas' Seven Seas Explorer debuts July 20, 2016, it will feature the Culinary Arts Kitchen, the line's first culinary center, as well as the all-new Meridian Lounge

Storm: Nearly 15% of all U.S. flights canceled on Thursday

The good news for air travelers: Warmer temperatures and calmer weather are expected across most big airports in the coming week. The bad news: Passengers must still make it through the end of this week

'Brazen' airlines test limits with frequent-flier changes

Airlines continue to tinker with their frequent-flier programs, sometimes in ways that help business travelers but make it harder for occasional fliers to earn a free trip

Hotel Review: White Hart Inn in the Berkshires

This beloved inn, dating back to the 1800s, has reopened with a well-regarded chef, new decor and new owners, including the writer Malcolm Gladwell

Hotel Market Staggers in New York City

After years of growth, the city underperformed almost every other top market in January, but analysts are wary of declaring the start of a troubling trend

The world's ten best mountain restaurants

From Aspen to St Anton, we choose ten of the world's finest slope-side restaurants

A weekend break in... Buenos Aires

A guide to short breaks in Buenos Aires, including the best bars, restaurants, hotels and things to do

Mount Everest 'of excrement'

Mount Everest was first conquered six decades ago but the human waste left by those following in Sir Edmund Hillary's footsteps is beginning to raise a stink

Did US airline launch new route for one very important person?

United Airlines is being investigated over claims it launched a route to curry favour with the chairman of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey

Is Mexico Safe for Spring Break?

Should you (or your kids) go to Mexico for Spring Break?

10 of the world's coolest hotel plunge pools

There's one hotel amenity that never fails to delight even the most seasoned traveler: the in-room plunge pool

Dragons, romance and carnival: 10 reasons to visit Slovenia in 2015

Great food, stunning lakes and more dragons than you can shake a lance at.

How to tour 'The Sound of Music,' 50 years later

"The Sound of Music" turns 50 this year. How better to celebrate the anniversary than to visit the Salzburg locations where the movie was set?

Royal Caribbean to say goodbye to Splendour of the Seas

Royal Caribbean is saying sayonara to yet another one of its oldest ships. The 23-ship company today announced that the 19-year-old Splendour of the Seas will leave the fleet in 2016

Oceania Cruises Announces 2016 Itineraries for Newest Cruise Ship

Oceania Cruises' newest ship, Sirena, will debut in the Mediterranean next year, sailing a series of 10- to 14-night itineraries that include the line's maiden call to Gaeta, Italy

Airlines already canceling hundreds of Thursday flights

Airlines have already grounded 320 flights for Thursday as a nightmare stretch of travel continues for air travelers

Last-Minute Spring Break Trips, Away From the Party Set

In need of a quick, sunny getaway? Some destinations where you can escape winter — and hard-partying college students

Why Auschwitz should be a selfie-free zone

Anthony Horowitz experiences complex emotions as he visits the former Nazi death camp - and makes a plea for more sensitivity among visiting tourists

Britain's most underrated national park

It might lack picturesque lakes and soaring peaks, but the New Forest National Park - established 10 years ago - shouldn't be overlooked

Paris' new hotels for 2015 - The Fab Five

A guide to the French capital's new hotels for 2015, including the reopening of the Ritz and a new property at Disneyland Paris

Tuscany travel guide

An insider's guide to Tuscany featuring the region's best hotels, restaurants, bars, shops and attractions, chosen by our expert, Lee Marshall

Top 10 Beaches in the U.S.

You don't need a passport or an expensive overseas flight to enjoy these incredible close-to-home beaches

Palma de Mallorca: Boutique hotels and upmarket shopping put a spring in the step of the Old Town

While the UK shivers in late winter's chill, Mallorca too wears a white blanket – but not of snow. It's the blossom of the island's four-million-plus almond trees, currently at the peak of their ephemeral, vernal splendour

Stowford Manor, Devon: A retreat that rises to the challenge

Built in grandeur for the nouveau riche of the industrial revolution, the grade-II listed mini-mansion at Stowford Manor in Devon has been revamped for the 21st century, with vivid colour and plenty of quirkiness

Gratuity guide: Rules for tipping in the United States

Doling out gratuities can be a minefield. Here's your free guide to keeping everyone happy (service charge not included)

United Airlines warns pilots after review shows mistakes in cockpit

United Airlines has issued a stern warning to its pilots after mistakes in the cockpit put passenger planes in potential danger

Crystal Cruises Sold, Announces New Ship

Crystal Cruises has been sold for $550 million to the owner of Asia's largest cruise line and a major shareholder of Norwegian Cruise Line

Carnival Cruise Line Shuffles Ships in 2016

Carnival Cruise Line is moving ships around for 2016

Labor disputes disrupt SAS, Norwegian flights in Europe

Scandinavian Airlines and Norwegian Air Shuttle subsidiary affected by separate actions

A secondary airport for Seattle? Effort moves ahead

The Puget Sound region is now one step closer to receiving a second commercial airport, after the Snohomish County Council approved on Monday a lease option that could bring scheduled air service to the field

Regilding the Gilded Age in New York

In cocktail bars, immersive theater companies and private clubs across the city, New Yorkers are keeping the decadent era alive

The Sound of Music: The hills are alive in Salzburg

Fifty years on, the spirit of 'The Sound of Music' still resonates in Salzburg. Paul Wade finds a few favourite things of his own

A cross-Channel ferry guide to France and Spain

There was a time when we all travelled by cross-Channel ferry. Maybe we should reacquaint ourselves with the art of sailing to Europe, says Nick Trend

Luxury chalet of the week: Chalet Coquelicot, Courchevel

What kind of ski chalet does €105,000 a week get you? Pools that change colour, walls of mirrors and a nostalgic tin bath

UK holidays: Wild about Britain

Spring is almost upon us, and with it comes the chance to explore a wonderful world of wildlife

North Korea expected to announce end to tourist ban

North Korea is preparing to lift its ban on foreign tourists, according to a Beijing-based travel agency

Top 10 Stunning Spring Destinations

For travelers seeking affordable prices, small crowds and pleasant weather, spring is the perfect time of year to travel

6 Ways to Humiliate Yourself in Europe

Your lack of familiarity with local culture can bring you public shame. Here's how to keep it cool while abroad

Snow report: It keeps on falling, but the avalanche risk rises

It has been a season of two halves. First the snow was poor, now conditions are fantastic

Paris: An Impressionist art trail through the city

A new exhibition examines the life of an art dealer who launched Monet, Renoir, Pissarro and more

Hotel des Dromonts, France: Modernist marvel goes upmarket

On first inspection, the Hôtel des Dromonts might not look like a listed building. The steeply angular, shingled structure resembles a flat-topped pyramid, its quirky planes matched by interior arches and sloping floors designed to maximise views of the surrounding mountains

Thomson Cruises Acquires Royal Caribbean Cruise Ship for Summer 2016

Thomson Cruises is to modernise its fleet with the purchase of a cruise ship from the Royal Caribbean International fleet

MSC Reveals Plans for Three More New Ships

MSC has released a video revealing plans to build three more ships and named the two new classes for its new builds

Monday flight woes: 715 cancellations, 1,800 delays

February was a nightmare for airline passengers, with one winter storm after another wreaking havoc on flight schedule at airports across the country

5 Ways to Time-Travel (and Party) in New York

Anyone with a passion for the past can plunge into almost any historical period, from the Jazz Age to the Revolutionary era, for just a few dollars

10 Best Panama Experiences

Mention Panama to most people, and the first thing that comes to mind is the Panama Canal

UK holidays: Wild about Britain

Spring is almost upon us, and with it comes the chance to explore a wonderful world of wildlife

Airlines told to stop delaying flight compensation claims

Ruling to put a stop to the airline-driven compensation "merry-go-round" as it is claimed that Britons are missing out on nearly £500m

What's New in Eastern Europe for 2015

In 2015, impressive renovations and infrastructure improvements are happening across Eastern Europe

China in style: From Yangtze cruises to golden beaches and buzzing cities

New wealth, newly unleashed creativity, new China. The ever-growing mega-rich strata of Chinese society has an increasing hunger for travel, leading to a swathe of luxurious hotel openings and upmarket experiences across this vast, diverse country

The toughest job in travel?

Christoph Mueller likes a challenge. Until this weekend, he was chief executive of Aer Lingus. Now, there are worse jobs than being an airline boss; in the olden days, at least, rival carriers offered the top dog free first-class travel. But in September 2009, probably the aviation world's least-appealing hot seat was at the Irish airline

Country's busiest airport steps up worker security

The country's busiest airport has started screening employee bags before allowing workers into secure areas and shutting down access doors to the airfield

Tainan kitchen kings: Around Taiwan's food capital in 19 dishes

It's a disaster zone for dieters, but Taiwan's food capital offers an incredible range of dishes

SLS Las Vegas: Starck bedrooms in the badlands of the Strip

To be revolutionary in a city like Vegas – a place where every idea has already been tried, and better means bigger, newer and, usually, brasher – you have to go back to basics. The SLS Las Vegas, which opened in August, is unlike the rest of the Strip hotels

Luxe, gorgeous, exotic: a hotel to go on the Mekong Delta

Vietnam’s Mekong Delta is home to the next generation of river cruises

River Cruise Lines Cancel, Cut Back Operations in Russia in 2016

River cruise lines operating in Russia have announced cancelations and cutbacks for the 2016 river cruise season

Our guide to the hottest new cruise ships on order

What's next from the world's largest cruise lines? Below is our annual list of all the ocean-going cruise ships on order for major brands such as Carnival and Royal Caribbean

Ravenna, Italy, Glittering Still

A few miles from the Adriatic Sea, the city has arcade-lined piazzas, wine bars brimming with locals and spectacular Byzantine mosaics

Should foreign tourists pay more than locals?

With entrance fees now more expensive in Thailand's national parks, we ask whether it is fair to charge international tourists higher prices

15 things you didn't know about TripAdvisor

On TripAdvisor's 15th birthday, we ask whether travellers really trust its content, list 15 things you may not have known about the website, and unearth some of the funniest reviews ever written

The Ickworth Hotel, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk: review

The Ickworth Hotel is a family-friendly Suffolk hotel housed in a National Trust building, featuring excellent facilities for children, spacious rooms, a lovely heated pool, and rolling parkland designed by Capability Brown, near the historic town of Bury St Edmunds

Turkey’s most creative, daring idea

The Museum of Innocence may be the most creatively daring project of Turkey's most daring living author. Awarded the title of European Museum of the Year in May 2014, the Museum of Innocence is a museum, based on a novel, based on a museum

A hope for happiness in Porto

Locals are looking to save this beautiful city

World's most popular natural wonders

Check out the most popular national parks and preserves on the six most populous continents

Stunning turnaround: Qantas is profitable again

Just a year after announcing record losses, Australia's national flag carrier is back in the black

Frozen Niagara Falls draws tourists

What? Not enough snow, ice and cold for you? You say you STILL need some Elsa references in your life? The Great Lakes and Niagara Falls have iced over

Andaz Tokyo Toranomon Hills: Wake up to the best view in the city

It is worth staying at the Andaz Tokyo Toranomon Hills for the spectacular views alone. Located in the top six floors of the city’s second tallest building, it has the capital's highest rooftop bar (and wedding venue, if you fancy getting hitched at 247m), while a table at the Andaz Tavern, one floor down, will leave you catching your breath

Delta is upgrading Wi-Fi speeds, bringing internet to Latin American and Caribbean flights

Delta has announced that they will be making significant upgrades to their in-flight WiFi

New Royal Caribbean cruise ship will be world's largest

The biggest cruise ship ever built will be called Harmony of the Seas. Royal Caribbean on Tuesday announced the name for the 227,700-ton vessel, which is scheduled to debut in April 2016

Viking Cruises to Sail on Mississippi River Beginning in 2017

Viking Cruises, an industry leader in river cruises in Europe and Asia, is expanding into the United States by developing a homeport in New Orleans

Hotel Review: The Sorella in Kansas City, Mo.

On the edge of the nearly century-old Country Club Plaza, the 132-room property combines modern and classic features

Joan of Arc: always handy when the English need a slapping

Le Rosbif Writes: French socialists are seeking to wrest Joan of Arc from the mitts of the extreme Right with the opening of a new museum in Rouen

A weekend break in... Wengen

A guide to short ski breaks in Wengen, a village in central Switzerland, including the best bars, restaurants, hotels and things to do

Britons told to 'remain vigilant' in the Maldives

The Foreign Office has issued a warning for Britons travelling to the Maldives, following demonstrations in Malé

Southwest Airlines grounds 128 aircraft after missing inspections

Southwest Airlines grounded 128 of its Boeing 737 aircraft on Tuesday after discovering it had missed some required inspections

Nine Places That Are Surprisingly Cheap This Year

Call it the year of the bucket list. A strong dollar in destinations around the world is making this an amazing time to go farther and do more for much, much less in 2015

Where not to get sick on holiday

Planning your summer holiday? You might want to take a look at the latest stats released by health organisation International SOS, which show which countries have the worst emergency healthcare

Chile's Atacama Desert: One of the best places on the planet for stargazing

"There's only one way down," our guide says with a nod towards the steep, 100-metre sand dune that stretches from our vantage point at the top of the ravine into the valley below

Oscars 2015: Visit the film-themed Caravan Cinema in the heart of Bilbao

One of Bilbao's newest characterful pensións, Caravan Cinema, launched a little more than six months ago – not itself a cinema, but a film-themed guesthouse

Fog Strands Royal Caribbean Cruise Ship at Sea; Next Sailing Canceled

Fog is forcing a Royal Caribbean cruise ship due to return to Tampa to remain at sea

It floats! New Royal Caribbean ship takes to the water

Cruise giant Royal Caribbean's next ship took to the water over the weekend for the first time

Storms snarl air travel; Thursday flights already canceled

Another day, another set of weather-related headaches. That's how it's been for air travelers so far in 2015

Aerotropolis: Are airport cities the wave of the future?

When it opened back in 1995, Denver International Airport drew attention with its tented roof, high-tech (and famously flawed) baggage system, $7 million art collection and its location almost 25 miles

'Snow Snow Snow,' and East Coast Skiers Rejoice

Back-to-back snowstorms in New England have made this a very good year for ski resorts like Jay Peak Resort, Stowe and Cannon Mountain

Leap in Indian tiger numbers questioned by new research

Last month's welcome news of a boom in the size of India's tiger population has been called into doubt by a fresh study

Schoolboy falls 1,640 feet in ski resort after taking a selfie

The 14-year-old survives with just bruises but it is the second selfie-related accident reported from a ski resort in a week

How Blue Peter inspired the man who built the QM2

Pat Richardson meets naval architect Stephen Payne, the man behind Cunard's famous flagship, Queen Mary 2

The Norman hotel, Tel Aviv, Israel: review

The Norman is a Tel Aviv hotel offering elegant interiors, an atmospheric outdoor restaurant, stylish rooms and a rooftop infinity pool, near Carmel Market and Rothschild Boulevard

Eight Things That Prove Toronto Is the Coolest City

"When did Toronto get so cool?" That's the question BBC Travel posed recently, wondering when this Canadian city became the cultural epicenter it suddenly seems to be. The truth is, Toronto has been cool for a long time

Christchurch: Centre stage in the Battle of Britain

The standard soundtrack to a resurrection story tends to be the gentle rumble of a stone being rolled away, or maybe a choir of angels singing in the heavens. But when the latest comeback special clicks into focus on the South Island of New Zealand, it will be to a raucous cacophony as the eternal sporting fight between England and Scotland takes another turn

No 33, Hunstanton, Norfolk

A Victorian renovation shows why East Anglia could be the next big coastal getaway

2015 U.S. Cruisers' Choice Award Winners Are in, and the Winners Are ...

Disney Cruise Line's Disney Dream was named Best Large Ship; this is the third year in a row a Disney ship has received top honours in Cruise Critic's annual Cruisers' Choice Awards

Cool culinary gardens

See some of the coolest ways chefs grow food

Storms: Fliers face another day of headaches on Tuesday

Air travelers faced a fourth consecutive day of flight headaches Tuesday as the latest round of wintry weather disrupted flight schedules at several major airports

Major expansion: Allegiant adds 5 new cities, 22 new routes

Allegiant Air is set to announce a major expansion today that includes five new cities and 22 new nonstop routes

DOT: United does not have to honor absurdly low mistake fares

United Airlines will not have to honor the "mistake fares" it sold for as little as $50 for first-class overseas flights, the U.S. Department of Transportation said Monday

Cruisers' choice: Best cruise ships of 2015

While Disneyland has long been known as the 'happiest place on earth,' Disney's cruise ships sound like they're also pretty cheerful spots to vacation

10 Los Cabos, Mexico, area hotels and their reopening dates

Los Cabos, Mexico, was hit by Hurricane Odile in September. Here are some closed hotels' tentative reopening dates and rates

World cruises appeal to adventurers who are in it for the long haul

A growing segment of cruise passengers is taking world cruises or long cruises. Though a bit costly, they offer many stops

7 of the world's coolest commutes

Is there any struggle more universally dreaded than the daily commute? Not if you use one of these public transit systems

Avalon Hotel, Gothenburg, Sweden: review

Avalon Hotel is a stylish Gothenburg hotel offering youthful interiors, cosy but minimalist rooms, exceptional Swedish cuisine, and fabulous views of the city from the rooftop swimming pool, near Kungsportsplatsen and Gothenburg Central Station

Cornwall travel guide

An insider's guide to Cornwall featuring the region's best hotels, restaurants, bars, shops, attractions and things to do, in destinations including Newquay, St Ives, Rock and Polperro

Mauritius and La Réunion: Tropical twin peaks with a touch of pumice

'It's just a little stone," says the pilot, as our helicopter banks low over the hillside, its shadow beetling up towards the ramparts of the Cirque de Cilaos. "A little rock in the middle of the Indian Ocean"

Hotel des Dromonts, France: Modernist marvel goes upmarket

On first inspection, the Hôtel des Dromonts might not look like a listed building. The steeply angular, shingled structure resembles a flat-topped pyramid, its quirky planes matched by interior arches and sloping floors designed to maximise views of the surrounding mountains

Understanding Britain's trains: Life for new arrivals is not always easy

How to fill the time while waiting for a delayed train on the draughty platforms of Luton Airport Parkway, a railway station every bit as appealing as its name suggests? On Monday night, I found an answer: spend it trying to persuade a dozen newly arrived foreign visitors that everything the train operator is telling them is wrong, and that if they follow my advice they will arrive in central London much sooner

A San Francisco Uber driver is making $200K a year selling jewelry out of his Camry

Gavin Escolar made over $200,000 last year shuttling Uber passengers and selling them him locally inspired jewelry

You can now earn money for your online travel reviews

Two newish start-ups are threatening to rewrite two different travel models by offering payouts for your travel curating

Airlines cancel 1,300 flights as yet another storm hits

Air travelers faced another day of headaches Monday, the third day in a row that at least 1,000 flights had been grounded across the nation

Top 10 New York City Restaurants

To write a list about the ten best restaurants in New York City is to call upon yourself a certain sense of doom and gloom. For one, there are so many to wade through, and then to choose from - think for a moment of every small patisserie hidden down an alleyway to the sprawling dining rooms that stand guard over Central Park

A Shopper's Guide to Asian Treasures

From fabrics to gems, experts offer advice on the one thing your should choose from a variety of destinations in Asia

8 Trips Inspired by Oscar-Nominated Films

You know a film is a hit when a tourism office or a hotel marketing company starts suggesting a vacation inspired by it

11 Best Malaysia Experiences

Malaysia is an amazingly diverse country, from the bustle of Kuala Lumpur to the jungles of Borneo

Air rage rise prompts call for alcohol limits in airports

Airports have been urged to limit the sale of alcohol after a rise in the number of air rage incidents last year

Luxury chalet of the week: Chalet Black Pearl

Chalet Black Pearl may sound like a pirate's alpine hangout, but it's actually one of Val d'Isère's swankiest ski chalets

In the Shadow of the Golden Gate: History and Luxury with the World's Greatest View

Incredible views, rich history, and true luxury, all in the awe-inspiring shadow of the Golden Gate Bridge

The side of Jamaica you never get to see

Bourdain travels to the area of Jamaica where tourists are less likely to visit

Dreamliner lovers rejoice as American Airlines touts new 787s

American Airlines has delivered a small gift to fans of Boeing's advanced jet, the 787 Dreamliner

Airbnb, etiquette company release guide to teach you how not to be a terrible houseguest

Airbnb has paired with Debrett's, a British etiquette expert, to release an etiquette guide for travelers and their hosts

Delta tests 20-minute 'guarantee' for checked bags

Delta says your checked bag will arrive at the baggage carousel within 20 minutes Delta Air Lines today begins testing on-time guarantee for checked bagging

Surprise! Service charges to jump at Norwegian

Booked on a Norwegian Cruise Line sailing this year? Brace yourself for higher daily fees

Luxury Cruise Line Introduces New Culinary Classes, Immersion Programs

Oceania Cruises is overhauling the Culinary Center onboard its O-class ships, Marina and Riviera, creating a new curriculum with 20 classes focusing on regional cuisine, a culinary immersion program on select itineraries, and an exclusive class focusing specifically on the techniques of Chef Jaques Pepin

The 48 most expensive hotel rooms in America

Where would you stay if money were no object? We've got the 48 most luxurious options

In Asia, Tastes of the Sea

We asked chefs like David Kinch and Andy Ricker, as well as cookbook writers and food experts, for some of their most memorable experiences with Asia and its seafood

'Old Thailand' Found on Sleepy Islands

The crowds of Thailand’s big-name beach destinations are worlds away from the palm-tree fringed islands Koh Mak and Koh Kut

Discovering Lodge Hospitality in New Zealand

Julian Robertson, a luxury hotel proprietor, talks about building lodges in the country and what makes a great hotel stay

The world's greatest volcanoes

Catching sight of a volcano, whether extinct or in full fire, is one of the great travel experiences. Chris Leadbeater picks a selection of the finest

Top 10: budget hotels in Amsterdam

Rodney Bolt, our expert, offers a guide to 10 of the best cheap hotels in Amsterdam for under £100 per night

25 best beaches in the world

While the summer may feel a long way off there is no better time to start planning your holiday than now

This is what we complain about most in holiday reviews

We do love a good moan about a bad holiday don’t we

No 33, Hunstanton, Norfolk: A Victorian renovation that shows why East Anglia could be the next big coastal getaway

The north Norfolk town of Hunstanton may not be quite as prettified as much of this area's "Chelsea-on-Sea" villages

Noise vs. Nature: How We're Upsetting America's Soundscapes

Shhh! Our noise is taking the luster off America's natural wonders, and it's affecting the wildlife as well

A slice of hipsterdom, a scoop of cool in Goleta, Santa Barbara

A mom and teen son explore Goleta-Santa Barbara in California, staying at the Kimpton Goodland, sampling ice cream at McConnell's

Luxury Cruise Line Introduces New Culinary Classes, Immersion Programs

Oceania Cruises is overhauling the Culinary Center onboard its O-class ships, Marina and Riviera

Virgin America shares rise on airline's 4Q financial results

Shares of Virgin America Inc. rose Wednesday after the airline forecast stable revenue and savings from cheaper jet fuel

Traveler group asks DOT to cap airline change fees

An aviation-consumer group is asking the Transportation Department to cap change fees on international plane tickets at $100, although the department has rejected a similar request in the past

Fantasy, illusion planned for next Royal Caribbean ship

A 'musical journey of fantasy and illusion' is in store for passengers on Royal Caribbean's next ship, Anthem of the Seas

Admiring Mount Fuji From a Black-Sand Beach

Among all the places in Japan claiming to be the best vantage point for seeing Mt. Fuji, Miho no Matsubara stands out

Island Hopping Off the Coast of Borneo

Zip-lining from one island to the next, hiking through a rainforest and other active pursuits on four Malaysian islands

New Hotels in Asia for Surf and Sand

Resorts that offer various room styles and beach-front activities in China, Indonesia, Thailand and elsewhere

A weekend break in... Hollywood

A guide to short breaks in Hollywood, the district of Los Angeles, including the best bars, restaurants, hotels and things to do

Europe's 10 best beaches

Two British beaches have been named among Europe's top 10 by the travel review website Tripadvisor

The best tourist attractions that no longer exist

Gone but not forgotten, these tourist traps of yesteryear can now only be appreciated in the pages of a history book

Ithaca, New York, tourism site: Don't come here, go to Florida

Just how cold is upstate New York? Apparently, it's so bad that those whose job it is to boost visits to Ithaca say tourists should rethink their plans

Knickerbocker Hotel to reopen more than a century after its debut

The Knickerbocker in New York City opens its doors to guests on Thursday, more than a century since John Jacob Astor IV built the hotel

10 Hardcore Tips for Frequent Travelers

Whether you're already an expert traveler or you just want to travel like one, these 10 tips from veteran travelers will help you along the way

St. Thomas' Best Stays: They're Hip and Historic, Too

St. Thomas Hotels recommendations by local experts in U.S. Virgin Islands

'Frozen' characters to headline Disney cruises

Call it the ultimate Frozen experience. Disney today announced that the characters Anna, Elsa and Kristoff from the company's hit animated movie Frozen will join passengers this summer on Disney cruises

How Long Until Cruise Ships Sail to Cuba? It Depends

With American travel restrictions to Cuba lessening, cruise passengers are eagerly awaiting word that their favorite line has added the long-off-limits island to Caribbean itineraries

No-show policy snares Southwest flier

Southwest doesn't have change fees -- it's the last major U.S. carrier not to -- but it does have a no-show policy

Virgin America to battle Southwest on Dallas-Austin route

Virgin America is expanding at its new Dallas Love Field focus city, adding nonstop service to Austin

New Hotels in Asia for Surf and Sand

Resorts that offer various room styles and beach-front activities in China, Indonesia, Thailand and elsewhere

In Senegal, a Coastal Region Sees a Resurgence

Casamance, once at the forefront of the ecotourism movement until a separatist movement began in 1982, is drawing people again to its spectacular beaches

Greece's 11 least populated islands

The islands in Greece where you can really escape the crowds - and how to get to them

What makes a great tour guide - and why the French need to lighten up

Le Rosbif Writes: Anthony Peregrine has bumped in to some brilliant tour guides

Thailand issues good behaviour manual for Chinese tourists

Chinese tourists are being given leaflets telling them how to act in Thailand to avoid a repeat of the offensive behaviour that drew complaints last year

ME Madrid Reina Victoria hotel, Madrid, Spain: review

ME Madrid Reina Victoria is a Madrid hotel offering a buzzing atmosphere, cheery staff, sumptuous beds, SkinInc beauty centre and a trendy rooftop bar, near the Teatro Español, Prado and Puerta del Sol shopping district

Where to catch the best snow in Europe right now

Largely absent in the first half of the season, the white stuff has arrived - and in vast quantities

These Awe-Inspiring Factory Tours Will Make You Proud to Be an American

Experience history in the making on the floors of these factories that produce some of America's most-famed industry toppers, from Louisville Sluggers to Corvettes

Tauck Unveils Names of Two New River Vessels

Tauck has announced the names of the two new Inspiration-class river vessels that will join its European fleet in 2016

Norwegian Cruise Line Raises Daily Gratuities

Starting in March, passengers onboard Norwegian Cruise Line will have to fork over a little bit more for the daily service charge, which the line is raising by 95 cents for most cabin categories

Tuesday flight cancellations push 3-day tally to 5,700

Another day, another round of flight delays and cancellations. Airlines had grounded more than 1,200 flights Tuesday as yet another winter storm created headaches for air travelers

American testing new Dreamliners in skies over West Texas

Before it flies to Beijing or Buenos Aires, American Airlines pilots are testing the fleet's new 787 Dreamliner in West Texas

8 things you might not know about Jamaica

Beyond reggae and track icons, there are many fascinating things about Jamaica that make this island stand out

My Fitness. My Tribe. My Life.

As trend forecasting becomes trendier – rowing is the new spinning…hot Pilates is the new Bikram…party fitness is the new Zumba – fitness fads of the minute garner deserved attention from the media, wellness influencers and the physically active public. But these persistent hyper headlines warrant some big picture reflection before chasing the latest fads once again. The big story is that the fitness landscape is shifting permanently

Hollywood Gets Its Groove Back

The nexus of glamour may now be more of a mind-set than a dot on the map, but this section of Los Angeles remains vastly interesting

Restaurant Report: Miles in Bordeaux, France

The inventive new bistro is run by chefs whose multicultural backgrounds inform their flavors and styles

Hotel Review: Miss Clara in Stockholm

There's nothing schoolmarmish about this stylish 92-room property, which opened last April in a former private girls' school

The world's best rail journeys

Ten of the best luxury train journeys, including itineraries on five continents

Luxury chalet of the week: Le Grand Cerf

What will €50,000 a week get you? An achingly chic chalet straight out of Grand Designs

Woman stung by scorpion on Alaska Airlines flight

Cabin crew forced to kill scorpion that fell on a man's shoulder then stung a woman as a plane was preparing to take off from Los Angeles on Saturday night

New Zealand cruise: Dramatic scenery and impressive birdlife

My two-week trip to the sub-Antarctic islands of New Zealand pointedly sold itself as an "expedition" rather than a "cruise". This, for me, conjured up images of adventure, trials of endurance, trekking across barren wastes, and perhaps lighting fires in the moonlight to cook fish from an ice hole

Indian Summers: Visiting the town made famous by the Channel 4 series

It had been with an inward smile that I'd read that a new series about the twilight years of the Raj that would be coming to our television screens. Starting on Sunday evening, Indian Summers is a sort of hybrid of Jewel in the Crown and Downton Abbey: a 1930s drama that unfolds in Shimla (or Simla as it was then known), the wonderfully scenic little mountain town that was the summer capital of British India from the 1860s more or less until independence

Your kids won't believe what they can do on these ships

On big cruise ships, your kids will be anything but bored. Show them some of these features

JetBlue's CEO battles to appease passengers and Wall Street

Robin Hayes, the new CEO of JetBlue Airways, is balancing between passengers and Wall Street

Rental car insurance: What you need to know

A new site is trying to throw a wrench in the spokes of the rental company's moneymaking machine

Hollywood Gets Its Groove Back

The nexus of glamour may now be more of a mind-set than a dot on the map, but this section of Los Angeles remains vastly interesting

15 Best New Travel Apps

Check out 15 cool new travel apps that will help your next trip go more smoothly

Romantic Paris: what to do and where to stay

Our Paris expert explains why the city is perfect for lovers and offers a guide to the most romantic hotels and things to do

Beautiful landmarks destroyed by Second World War bombs - and resurrected

Seventy years after Dresden was levelled by Allied forces, we look at the fall and rise of 10 landmarks around the world

Economy Sleeper Class: gimmick or genius?

It's not much more than a mattress lying across a row of seats, but this is Air Astana's new concept in economy long haul, called 'Economy Sleeper Class'

Why Airbnb shouldn't be stopped

Trend on Travel: Airbnb lets young travellers visit places they might otherwise struggle to afford, says Nick Trend

Be Here: Fabergé Museum, Baden-Baden

Some of Fabergé's most spectacular treasures await in an unassuming museum in Germany's Baden-Baden

ME Madrid Reina Victoria hotel, Madrid, Spain: review

ME Madrid Reina Victoria is a Madrid hotel offering a buzzing atmosphere, cheery staff, sumptuous beds, SkinInc beauty centre and a trendy rooftop bar, near the Teatro Español, Prado and Puerta del Sol shopping district

Six beautiful and bizarre bridges

These fantastic structures double as art

Idyllic island life, Italian style

Often overlooked in favour of glitzier neighbours Capri and Positano, tiny Procida is the kind of tradition-bound Mediterranean escape that is increasingly hard to find

Carnival Cruise Line Adds Cruise Ships to Galveston Lineup

In 2016, Carnival Cruise Line will reposition Carnival Liberty and Carnival Breeze to Galveston

Captain of Costa Concordia Sentenced to 16 Years

Captain Francesco Schettino has been sentenced to 16 years in prison for his role in the sinking of Costa Concordia

Winter storm may break hearts, ruin weekend travel plans

Anyone with travel plans to or from the Northeast over the Valentine's weekend may need to cancel those romantic dinner reservations

Knickerbocker Hotel to reopen more than a century after its debut

The Knickerbocker in New York City opens its doors to guests on Thursday, more than a century since John Jacob Astor IV built the hotel

Living Like a Local in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

This city is best experienced by walking the markets, chatting up cabdrivers, visiting its quirky bar scene and watching sunsets from its boardwalk

Ski dining: the ultimate pop-up restaurant at 300m

For the epitome of high-end dining, France's Paradiski ski area is offering a gourmet experience inside two cable car cabins, suspended 300m above ground

Avalanche situation in the Alps 'explosive'

Skiers and snowboarders should take extra care in the Alps over half term, as avalanche deaths in Europe reach the highest for five years

Indian summers in Shimla

Shimla is not only India's honeymoon capital, it's also the birthplace of Oberoi hotels and Wildflower Hall is the most idyllic place to stay

Hotel Resort Fees: The Real Story

The resort-fee scam is widespread and growing. Here's everything you need to know about this tricky travel rip-off

Top 10 unusual romantic escapes

Liz Simpson, editor of boutique accommodation website i-escape.com, suggests unique Valentine's Day hideaways to quicken the pulse

Could London's disused train tunnels be transformed into cycle highways?

The London Underground is being touted as a subterranean alternative for pedestrians and cyclists in the city

50 states, 50 spots: Natural wonders

You don't have to go far to find natural beauty in the United States. From colossal canyons to sky-scraping peaks, towering redwoods to shimmering rivers, there are must-see wonders in every state

6 travel startups to watch in 2015

There are a few up-and-coming startups truly shaking up the industry

Mistake fares: United 1st-class from Europe sold for just $51

United Airlines sold first-class trans-Atlantic tickets for as little as $76 earlier Wednesday in an apparent fare mistake

American reveals first Dreamliner routes, seat layout

American initially will fly its newest plane domestically starting May 7, when the carrier puts the 787 into service on flights between its Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and Chicago O'Hare hubs

Holland America plans new eateries for next ship

Holland America's next ship will have a French seafood brasserie -- a first for the line

Star Wars franchise heading to the high seas

Star Wars fans, your ship has come in. Literally

Albury’s new art and soul

The metal oblong frames a bend of the Murray River creating a living picture of moving water, sturdy gums, and cyclists and walkers moving past as if crossing a screen

A Midwinter Playground in the Hudson Valley

Historic inns, a family ski center and a renowned art museum can be found amid rolling countryside an hour from New York City

Cruise holidays: what to pack and shopping tips

What to pack for a cruise, and what to buy in port when you are away

A weekend break in... Verbier

A guide to short breaks in Verbier in Switzerland, including the best bars, restaurants, hotels and things to do

Selfie sticks banned at US attractions

Device banned from dozens of museums and galleries due to 'safety fears'

15 natural winter wonderlands

There's no reason to stay inside because it's cold outside. Bundle up and enjoy the beauty and majesty of these 15 national parks in winter

Urban Cowboy, New York: A cool cabin in the wilds of Brooklyn

A sucker for a little kitsch, I was already sold on Urban Cowboy when I caught a glimpse of the elk-antler chandelier, Navajo blankets, and steamer trunks on its website. These four rooms in New York transport you not merely to the eastern reaches of Williamsburg, but seemingly the Catskills – particularly if, like me, you book the Kanoono Cabin

10 of the world's most amazing cable car experiences

With views like these, you'll soon forget your life is in the hands of a bundle of wires strung between a series of poles

Caribbean ranks as top cruise destination worldwide, reports say

If you're going on a cruise in the Caribbean, you're in step with passengers across the globe

Shanghai in a day? A custom tour proves a special way to see the city

A tour of Shanghai through Shanghai Pathways includes a visit to marriage market in People's Park, the Bund and Astor House Hotel

DOT: Tarmac delays drop to lowest number on record in 2014

Airlines had the fewest tarmac delays in 2014 of any year since larger fines were adopted five years earlier, the Transportation Department announced Tuesday

Luxe life: Forbes Travel Guide names new 5-star hotels

Forbes Travel Guide adds 18 new hotels to its list of Five-Star properties

Your Ultimate Stuck-at-the-Airport Toolkit

Everything you need to survive an unexpected (and extended) stay at the airport

Giving Airbnb a Run for Its Money

A handful of upstart sites is striving to disrupt the vacation rental market by appealing to families with children or jet-setters seeking luxury villas

Concerns Over Safety of Air Travel in Asia

Fatal crashes of five planes in the past year have raised questions about the security of Asian carriers

Ethiopia tipped for tourism surge

Annual report lists Ethiopia among emerging destinations, while bookings for Cuba rise and trips to Malaysia prove less popular

The world's most romantic cruise destinations

The most romantic places to visit on a cruise, from Venice to Valparaiso

A good night's sleep: hotels get back to basics

Fancy features are well and good, but If guests don't sleep well then their hotel stay has been a failure

9 Amazing Upscale Hostels

If your memories of hosteling consist of broken bunk beds full of backpackers, it's time for a rethink. Check out these nine upscale hostels that raise the bar for budget stays

10 of the world's most amazing cable car experiences

With views like these, you'll soon forget your life is in the hands of a bundle of wires strung between a series of poles

Maui, Hawaii

For our list of 52 Places to Go in 2015, we ask readers each month to nominate a 53rd place. January’s selection brings us to Maui, Hawaii

Will a Strong U.S. Dollar Scare Away International Tourists?

Dream trips to Europe, Japan and Australia are more affordable for Americans now that the dollar has reached a 7-year high

Airlines Should Lower Prices to Reflect Oil: Consumer Advocates

Falling oil prices have been a godsend to everyone who drives, but airline passengers have yet to see ticket prices fall as a result

Fes culinary tour: A tantalising introduction to the medieval Moroccan city

Tripe was strung up next to platters of brains, hearts, livers and unidentifiable innards. Nearby, a sheep's head was being charred over hot coals in preparation for the lunchtime rush

23 Million Cruisers to Take to High Seas in 2015

Some 23 million people are expected to take a cruise this year, Adam M. Goldstein, CLIA chairman and president and COO of Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd., said during the Cruise Lines Industry Association's State of the Industry held in New York City – four percent more than last year

Desert beauty: Leave the cold behind

Leave the cold and snow behind for a temperate visit to the desert during its high season

Morocco, From Coast to Desert

A seven-day journey turns up a kaleidoscope of centuries-old souks, dusty colonial-era outposts, livestock markets and luxury restaurants

Mauritius wildlife holiday: beyond the beaches and luxury hotels

This Indian Ocean island is known for its beaches and luxurious hotels, but John Gimlette heads into the interior for a family adventure and finds the spectacular volcanic landscape filled with extraordinary wildlife

Rio de Janeiro beach theft rises

Beach thefts have increased on Rio de Janeiro

Don't Touch This: Combating Travel's Riskiest Germs Zones

In a perfect world, a magical bubble of vacation immunity would protect us all from getting a trip-ruining illness

Where to eat in Hong Kong: Join the queue for a culinary roller-coaster

The formalities of hotel dining usually run on the same well-trodden lines – what you might call the César Ritz lines. You walk to the entrance and a well-mannered, agreeably dressed member of staff swoops in and leads you, usually with the solemnity of a cardinal, to your table; which is usually covered in a thick, off-white cloth and all the other glinting appurtenances of fine dining

Riding holidays: From Wales to the Wild West

A riding holiday offers unlimited opportunity for adventure, whether you want to gallop past giraffes in the Okavango Delta or round-up cattle in the Rockies. For those who have ridden before, a holiday on horseback brings new challenges in unfamiliar and often dramatic locations

9 reasons to visit Oman

Yes, the country has deserts, but it also has fjords, mountains, canyons, waterfalls, incredible views and ancient castles

10 wacky U.S. restaurants

If you're considering going to Olive Garden again, stop right now and consider these 10 wacky restaurants

Top 10: best spa hotels in the south of England

A guide to 10 of the best spa hotels in the south of England, featuring fabulous pools, intense massage, Ayurvedic treatments and aromatherapy saunas

Cruise News Shorts: Get Married at Sea with MSC, Cunard Gets Jazzy, Great Viking Bake Off

Cunard teams up with Blue Note; MSC launches legal at-sea weddings and Viking sponsors Mary Berry

Airlines cancel flights as another snowstorm hits Northeast

Another Monday and another winter storm is causing problems for air travelers. A massive storm is dumping snow and ice throughout the Northeast region

Northern lights shine on Icelandair plane

It's a treat to witness the astronomical phenomenon known as the aurora borealis, or northern lights, but you have to travel to the right part of the world at the right time to see it

Photo tour: The luxury of a Silversea ship

Thinking about a luxury cruise for your next vacation? Our latest Cruise Ship Tour, in the carousel above, offers a deck-by-deck look at one of the most elegant vessels at sea, the 296-passenger Silver Cloud

2015 Travelers' Choice Hotel winners announced!

13th annual awards showcase more than 8,000 winning properties from around the world

Morocco, From Coast to Desert

A seven-day journey turns up a kaleidoscope of centuries-old souks, dusty colonial-era outposts, livestock markets and luxury restaurants

In Key West, a Taste of Cuban Coffee Culture

The Florida Straits island offers the next best cafe con leche beyond Havana

The world's best ice hotels

A guide to the world's best ice hotels, featuring fantastical rooms in locations including Sweden, Finland, Norway and Canada

Rio carnival downsizing and another cancelled as Brazil feels the pinch

Brazil is tightening its purse strings ahead of the 2016 Olympics and carnivals across the country are downsizing or have been cancelled

The world's most romantic restaurants

For Valentine's Day or dates, these romantic restaurants all ensure a meal to remember

10 Most Important Safety Tips for Travelers

Travel can be exhilarating but also scary at times. When you're venturing into the great unknown, follow these 10 safety tips to protect yourself and ensure a happy and secure journey

Seven unknown architectural wonders

Forget the Taj Mahal and the Coliseum - some of the world's most impressive structures remain out of the public eye

Nice travel tips: Where to go and what to see in 48 hours

You'll feel the weight of winter depart as you touch down in Nice. From the 18th century onwards, the English aristocracy started visiting this stretch of the Côte d'Azur for its benign winter climate, followed later by Queen Victoria. Its main thoroughfare, the Promenade des Anglais, is named in their honour

National Libraries Day: From Koh Samui to Flintshire, the best Library hotels

A hotel arranged by the Dewey Decimal System, Britain's only prime ministerial library, and a converted public library

A giant security gap at U.S. airports? Most workers not screened daily

A CNN investigation finds the vast majority of airport employees with direct access to the tarmac and airplanes do not go through daily security screenings

Royal Caribbean Cruise Ship Completes Dry Dock, Features New Cabins and Restaurants

Royal Caribbean's Freedom of the Seas returns from dry dock with new restaurants and cabins

Panama's Copa Airlines will fly to New Orleans

Officials at the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport have scheduled a press conference Thursday afternoon to announce the addition of a new international airline

See British Columbia on a boutique expedition ship

A new way to see the spectacular coastline of British Columbia debuts in April with the maiden passenger voyage of the converted tugboat "Swell" by Victoria-based Maple Leaf Adventures

Petit St. Vincent, a Dot of Green in the Ocean Blue

A new dive center on the private Caribbean island, opened by Jean-Michel Cousteau, is not just a resort, but an educational facility

Smart Travel Options for Mexican Adventures

Getting around Mexico via rental car, hired car, bus, small van or budget airline

Planning an African Safari

If you're planning an African safari (or just dreaming about it), be as prepared as possible. We've outlined some important safari basics, from choosing a destination to getting vaccinated, to help you start planning a successful African adventure

Cotswolds summer holidays guide: the best new attractions

Expert advice on the top new activities, hotels, restaurants and attractions for breaks in the Cotswolds in 2015, including Winston Churchill anniversary celebrations, a new Soho House hotel, and walking routes through traditional villages

This App Lets You Rent a Bathroom

It's official, there's an app for everything. This one unites would-be bathroom users with nearby bathroom owners

From the Deep South to Washington DC: Five ways to explore civil rights in the US

Selma is the critically acclaimed film based on a series of political marches through Alabama in 1965. Led by activists including Martin Luther King Jr, the marches were a landmark in the Civil Rights Movement, resulting in a change to the voting rights of African Americans

U.S. News picks best hotels for 2015

Rancho Valencia Resort

15 top restaurants to try in 2015

Some of our favorite restaurants are heading East while others are perfecting their traditional cuisines at home

New Carnival Cruise Ship to Feature First IMAX at Sea, Aerial Cycling Ride and Onboard Brewery

When Carnival Cruise Line's newest Fun Ship, the 3,954-passenger Carnival Vista, launches May 1, 2016 in the Mediterranean, it will feature a bevy of new spaces that take onboard entertainment to a new level

Fred. Olsen Pays Out 'Five Figure Sum' to Sick Cruise Ship Passengers

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has paid out a "five figure" settlement to a group of passengers who got sick onboard Boudicca in 2011

Delta now serving Starbucks coffee on all flights

Delta Starts Serving Starbucks On All Flights Worldwide

Best Hotels in the Caribbean 2015

The top 10 properties in the Caribbean for 2015 are diverse in both size and character, and situated in popular spots like Punta Cana and Jamaica, as well as more secluded locales like Grenada and St. Barts. Each hotel on this list stands out from it

Your Everything Guide To Traveling Solo

Robert Frost was on to something: Sometimes the most relaxing journey is a solo one. Here, the best places to see on your own, plus some tried-and-true tips for going it alone

Graceland Is Taking Its Show on the Road

Elvis Presley’s estate will establish a second permanent home in Las Vegas, where the singer had some of his greatest triumphs

What Travelers Need to Know About Measles

After an outbreak of measles at Disneyland in California, doctors emphasize the importance of immunization

Devon summer holidays guide: the best new attractions

Expert advice on the top new activities, hotels, restaurants and attractions for breaks in Devon in 2015

10 Destinations You Have to See to Believe

These mind-boggling landscapes are almost too weird to believe without seeing them for yourself

14 things to know about Paraguay

Overshadowed by its bigger, flashier neighbors, Paraguay is a curious country worth a closer look

Medics check 175 aboard United flight after emergency landing

Passengers aboard a flight from Chicago to Denver got sick just moments after their plane apparently lost pressure and forced a quick landing

Why does it cost £7 more to fly to Dubai than to Kuala Lumpur?

Q. Can you please explain why a business-class flight from Gatwick to Dubai costs £7 more than a flight from Gatwick to Kuala Lumpur via Dubai, using exactly the same flights on the first bit?

River of gold in Myanmar

Of all destinations, Myanmar (once Burma) has multiple tales to tell. For my Myanmar adventure, operator Abercrombie

Fazenda Nova Country House, Portugal: hotel of the week

Fazenda Nova Country House, a 19th-century Portuguese farmhouse, was spied by now owner Tim Robinson on a family holiday, and shortly afterwards, he turned it into a stylish Algarve boutique hotel

When robots take over travel

Are robots in travel really so far fetched? From what we're seeing, they might be the future of the industry

Carnival Vista to homeport in Miami

Carnival Vista will homeport in Miami after a 2016 summer season in the Mediterranean

The Malt House, Gloucestershire: A picture-perfect country escape

Tucked in the heart of the Cotswolds, the Malt House matches its picture-book surroundings. Built in the classic buttery yellow stone of the region, with three acres of gardens and orchard behind it, the long, lean Grade II-listed building dates back in parts to the 17th century, with more added in 1905

Meeting People on the Road

Some tips on how to connect with other travelers or locals and ensure your safety amid all the fun

In London, an Olympic Park Anchors a Resurgence

The centerpiece of Stratford's regeneration is the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, the 560-acre tract where the 2012 Games took place

10 Best Switzerland Experiences

Switzerland is a land that does not disappoint. From the magnificence of the Matterhorn to the charm of an alpine cheesemaker, the country is as spectacular as the tourism brochures claim

Strange but true: 10 bizarre cruising customs

Odd things you might see on a cruise, from pudding parades to men dressed as Neptune

Robots to serve guests in Japanese hotel

The world's first robot hotel is being planned for a theme park in Japan

Large cruise ships coming to London 'within two years'

Large cruise ships could become a familiar sight on the Thames under plans for a new passenger terminal in Greenwich

Rotterdam: Make this Dutch city your port of call

We stand admiring the arched façade of Rotterdam's Markthal, the market hall and residential building opened by Queen Maxima at the beginning of October

The practical benefits of analog travel

A few good arguments for putting your handheld devices away and travel analog

Tuesday's air travel outlook: Better, so far ...

Tuesday promised to be a better day for air travel after a major winter storm snarled flights across the country on Sunday and Monday

12 airline regulations we need in 2015

Every day, I receive e-mails from disgruntled airline passengers who feel like they've been wronged by the airlines

USA TODAY's guide to the hottest new ships of 2015

Carnival may be the world

Craft beer cellars

Brewmasters age craft beers in cellars

Pre-Cruise Hotel Recommendations

It is recommended to fly in the day before your cruise. Here are Port City Hotel Recommendations to start off your next cruise vacation

Maine, One Coffee Roaster at a Time

Four places where you can check out the vibrant coffee scene in midcoast Maine

Sunrise Kempinski Hotel, Beijing: in pictures

The quirky Sunrise Kempinski Hotel, Beijing - designed to represent the rising sun and shaped like a scallop - opens today

The world's safest cities

Fifty of the world's biggest cities have been ranked in terms of personal, health, infrastructural and digital safety

9 Best Destinations for Music Lovers

If music is a significant element of your travel experience, you'll want to tune into one of these nine destinations, where you can play along with local musicians, watch an outdoor opera and much more

12 incredible UNESCO sites you've probably never heard of

The Great Barrier Reef and Grand Canyon are among the best known of almost 200 natural sites on the UNESCO World Heritage List

Asian hotels: a lesson in design

Spanning an array of countries that are each undergoing varying degrees of economic development and cultural change, the architecture, interior and landscape designs of Wow Architects are driven by a desire to create a sensory experience

Greece: Why this is the summer to go

The election in Greece has triggered more political and economic instability in the euro zone. Yet the nation is heavily dependent on tourism; around two million British holidaymakers visit the country annually

Seven amazing, surprisingly affordable beach destinations

It seems like winter's allure disappears with the holidays, right? When Christmas and New Year's have passed, what we once jollily called a "Winter Wonderland" is now less wonderful and more just, well, wintry

Guests loathe them, yet resort fees are on the rise

Don't look now, but those reviled mandatory resort fees are on the rise -- and in places you might not expect

New sights, old city: Exploring Buenos Aires' street art

"It’s always changing, just like the people. But above all the art shows that there is so much life here,"

First look at luxury line Seabourn's next ship

Luxury line Seabourn on Wednesday offered a first look at the new ship it has on order for 2016, which it also announced would be called Seabourn Encore

Airlines ground 5,400 flights as new work week begins

Air travelers faced major disruptions for the second Monday in a row as yet another winter storm snarled flights

Seattle breaks passenger record amid Delta-Alaska turf war

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (Sea-Tac) broke its all time-passenger record for the fourth year in a row in 2014, with competition between Alaska Airlines and Delta helping boost the airport's numbers

New Cruise Line Cancels First Cruise

Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line cancels their first cruise to the Bahamas due to a fault with the ship's PA system

You Googled It, We Answered It

A team of analysts at Google divulged travelers’ most pressing questions, such as how to pack and is it safe to fly

Maine, One Coffee Roaster at a Time

Four places where you can check out the vibrant coffee scene in midcoast Maine

15 amazing adventures for 2015

From biking through Burma to an expedition in the Amazon rainforest, here are the best adventures for 2015

Luxury chalet of the week: Chalet Panmah

Welcome to Chalet Panmah in the French resort of Courchevel 1850. As you'll soon see, it's all luxury and all beige. Fancy a tour?

Is Google creating a Babel fish for travellers?

The internet giant's newly updated Google Translate app promises to break down language barriers in alien surroundings

Great Zimbabwe: The spectacular ancient city that tourism forgot

The remains of this powerful 15th-century capital of 10,000 people were once a top attraction, now they're deserted and mysterious.

9 exclusive Mediterranean cruises that avoid the crowds

Smaller private boats head to off-the-beaten-track destinations without compromising on luxury

Easy beaches: Six hassle-free Florida escapes

Get the best of Florida's famed sun and sand without the crowds and expense

The latest in-flight entertainment: Virtual reality headsets

First-class passengers on Qantas who may be tired of movies will soon be able to treat the latest in in-flight entertainment

Sydney travel tips: Where to go and what to see in 48 hours

Why go now? The Australian dollar is at last heading south, with the rate of exchange edging towards A$1.90 to £1. February is still firmly summer in Sydney; you get the balmy temperatures and outdoor buzz, but not the school-holiday crowds

BA vs Virgin Atlantic: Who has the best premium economy?

This weekend sees the end of Virgin Atlantic's link between London Heathrow and Tokyo's Narita airport. In the lead up to the axeing of the route, Virgin made some ad-hoc cancellations

Hotel Zoo, Berlin: An animal attraction to the silver screen

The Berlin Wall may have crumbled in 1989 but, 25 years on, both halves of this now united city still feel distinctly different

Fred. Olsen Passengers Flown Home as Cruise Cut Short

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines flew passengers from its stricken cruise ship Boudicca back home to the UK last night (Thursday, January 29) after being forced to cut short a cruise

In Berlin, History Squares Off Against Hip

On a trip with her 21-year-old daughter, a mother finds a divided city. Not between East and West, of course, but between serious and fun

How to spend your pension on travel

Anyone born before April 1960, with the good fortune to possess a pension, now has some alluring options

Magna Carta: where to visit the four surviving originals

How astonishingly neat. If utilitarian. Given the importance of the document in front of me, I had expected some ornamentation – a flamboyant drop capital letter at least

Lakshman Sagar, India: Relax in bustle-free, rustic Rajasthan

As with my initial egress from Delhi airport, arriving at Lakshman Sagar was quite an encounter. Where had the noise gone?

London beats Paris and New York as most-visited city

A new list of the world's top 100 cities has seen London narrowly eclipse its old rival Paris

The hotels of the future

Hotels could change beyond recognition in the next few years, says Sarah Baxter - but will travellers miss the human touch?

The Beauty of Norway: from Fjords to Mountains and Glaciers

From stunning fjords to massive glaciers and mountains, Norway is packed to the brim with gorgeous, untouched nature waiting to be explored

11 Best Ecuador Experiences

Imagine hiking along a remote crater lake, traversing seemingly endless plains via horseback or learning a traditional dance from members of an indigenous community. These are just a few of the unforgettable experiences you can try in Ecuador

A brewery on a cruise ship? That's the plan at Carnival

The brewpub craze that has been sweeping the nation in recent years is now heading to the high seas

Kayak.com now displaying Cuba flight, hotel information

Cuba flight and hotel information will begin appearing today on popular travel search site Kayak.com

Dubai jumps Heathrow as 'world's busiest international airport'

Dubai has overtaken London Heathrow as the world's busiest airport for international passengers

Seabourn Reveals Names of Two New Cruise Ships

Seabourn Cruise Line has released the names of its next two new-build cruise ships, Seabourn Encore and Seabourn Ovation

Hi-de-high class: the reinvention of British holiday camps

British holiday camps have long been seen as dated relics. But with many old favourites introducing new styles of accommodation, it's time for a rethink

France's best walking tours

The best guided and self-guided walking holidays in France, including experts' favourites, and highlighted itineraries from our recommended tour operators

10 best wildlife-watching experiences: From hen harriers to porpoises

While many of Britain's birds have flown south for the winter, it's still a great time to get outside for a spot of wildlife-watching

Is our summer honeymoon in Greece in jeopardy?

We are worried about the political situation in Greece and what bearing this will have on our hotel bookings and our ferry transfers?

Should we prize other services over wi-fi while on the road?

Travellers fiddle a lot these days. Mainly they fiddle with electronic devices: tablets, laptops, and smartphones, flashing screens that demand attention even when the view beyond them might be of Sydney Harbour, the Golden Gate Bridge, or the temples at Angkor

The Millgate, Masham, North Yorks: Top in the TripAdvisor Awards, does this B

It's been a poor house, an overnight lock-up, an arsenal and a fire station. But as of this week, this stone building in the North Yorkshire market town of Masham is officially the world's best-rated B

Taste New York City's newest market

Gansevoort Market brings more casual local eats to the meatpacking district with an industrial food hall feel

Low-cost carriers help Cincinnati end yearslong slide

Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport grew its number of passengers last year for the first time in nearly a decade

A big restart: Airline flights resume in the Northeast

Flights were picking up across the Northeast Wednesday morning as airlines look to restart their schedules following a major winter storm that walloped the region

Engine Room Fire on Fred. Olsen Cruise Ship

A fire in the engine room onboard Fred. Olsen Lines' Boudicca was extinguished around 4 a.m. GMT this morning while sailing off the coast of Casablanca, Morocco

Leipzig is the star of eastern Germany

Musical highlights in Leipzig, the city of the peaceful revolution

Washington, D.C. Destination Guide

Plan your vacation to Washington, D.C. with USA TODAY Travel's city guide

Latest gee-whiz cruise attraction: Open-air "sky ride"

Get ready to ride in the sky on a cruise ship

Roman Architecture, Beyond the Colosseum

Contemporary structures, from museums to stadiums to churches, in the city's outskirts

Paris Takes Pains to Reassure Tourists

Less than a month after 17 people were killed in terror attacks on France, the government is assuring travelers that the City of Light is safe

Euro slump: 13 destinations where you'll have a cheaper holiday

We reveal the holiday destinations where, thanks to the weak euro, food, drink and sightseeing is up to 40 per cent cheaper than in 2008

17 haunting Holocaust memorials

Haunting memorials to the victims of the Holocaust to mark the 70th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz

Airlines slash fuel surcharges but fares could still go up

After scrapping fuel surcharges to match falling oil prices, Qantas has admitted that it will have to bump up flight prices to make up the difference in its margins

Strong demand for 'most luxurious cruise ship ever'

Looks like there's heavy demand for what's being billed as the "most luxurious cruise ship eve"

Storm grounds about 15% of all Tuesday flights in U.S.

About 15% of the nation's flights were grounded Tuesday morning as airlines kept their planes out of the path of a major Northeast snowstorm

Best Hotels of 2015

TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Awards: See the best hotels in the world as determined from ratings by travelers like you

Hobart: a destination for lovers of food, art and echidnas

Collaring her agitated Labrador, the woman ahead on the sun-drenched path crouched down, urging patience. Puzzled, I stopped behind her and she gestured to a hedgehog-like animal waddling up from the stream. The comical creature, an echidna, nonchalantly crossed in front of us and struggled ineptly up the bushy bank opposite, something you don't expect to see less than half-an-hour's walk from a city centre

The joys and perils of 24-hour room service

Room service, like river swimming, is a pastime best left to the day-time

Heathrow and Gatwick: Terminal confusion at London's airports

Airline passengers who are accustomed to turning up at a particular terminal for their flight from London's leading airports face confusion this year and next

Carnival Corp. and China-based Company Plan Joint Venture for China-based Cruise Line

Carnival Corporation

Bards Check In: The Best Quotes About Travel

Get inspired with our collection of the best travel quotes.

Seeing Phoenix, for the Super Bowl and Beyond

Downtown Phoenix will be transformed for the Super Bowl, and there is great food and art throughout the city

US flights cancelled ahead of winter storm

Thousands of flights have been cancelled ahead of an enormous winter storm that is due to hit the north-eastern United States

Airline praised over defence of 'short and fat' cabin crew

Facebook user's misogynistic criticism of Argentine flight attendants backfires

The world's 10 best waterfalls

From Iceland to Iguassu, some of the most exhilarating natural forces to experience

Luxury chalet of the week: Chalet Zannier

For the moodiest of mood lighting, nothing rivals Chalet Zannier in France

Barbados through the eyes of its cricketers

Some of our greatest cricketers, past and present, share their favourite places in Barbados, as well as their memories of playing on the island

Nine Travel Mistakes You Will Make at Least Once This Winter

Here are some practical strategies for avoiding common winter-travel blunders

11 of the world's coolest themed runs

Color bombs, bands and booze are all part of the action at these irreverent runs around the world.

9 exclusive Mediterranean cruises that avoid the crowds

Smaller private boats head to off-the-beaten-track destinations without compromising on luxury

Electrical Damage Leads to Cancellations Onboard Royal Caribbean Cruise Ship

Royal Caribbean's Serenade of the Seas remains in New Orleans awaiting clearance from the U.S. Coast Guard, due to a water pipe break last night that caused damage to electrical equipment onboard

Recreational drone use halts flights at Dubai airport

Flights at the busy Dubai International Airport were halted for nearly an hour on Friday because of the recreational use of drones nearby

Aer Lingus confirms takeover bid by British Air parent IAG

Aer Lingus announced Monday that British Airways parent IAG has made an improved takeover offer of 2.55 euros ($2.85) per share, and the board of the Irish airline says it is considering the proposal

New app creates pop-up social networks at hotels

A hotel app allows business travelers and others to network on the road

In Far-Flung Myanmar, a Land of Contradictions

In the lush, primal jungles of the northern part of the country, where thoughts turn to orchids, not juntas

A weekend break in... Pilsen

A guide to short breaks in Pilsen in the Czech Republic, including the best bars, restaurants, hotels and things to do

Ryanair fined €550k for poor customer service

Ryanair has been fined nearly

On the trail of Winston Churchill at Blenheim and beyond

Fifty years ago on Saturday, Winston Churchill died. Sophie Campbell visits Blenheim Palace ahead of the exhibition that marks the milestones of his life

Surprising Strategies for Packing Food and Drink

When it comes to food and drinks, a little planning can save you a fistful of cash

Living in: 2015's hottest cities

These five destinations will be in travellers' sights this year, but what is it like to live there? We asked locals for the inside scoop.

Stay in a Scottish castle: Turrets, bed steps, and Mary Queen of Scots

Set in the heart of Scotland, on the banks of Loch Faskally, this turreted castle dates back to 1892, but only opened as a hotel in 2013. Each of the rooms is decorated with an individual feature wall

Adam's Peak: Trekking Sri Lanka's most sacred mountain

'Every second, new colours," said my guide, Dharme, as the sky turned from crimson to gold. As the sun rose, the landscape below took shape – distant peaks soared above valleys which dipped beneath a canopy of mist. Waterfalls plunged, white stupas peeked out from the jungle, and coloured flags were illuminated in the early light

Disney Cruise Line Brings 'Frozen' Onboard

Disney Cruise Line is bringing its beloved "Frozen" characters to the high seas via deck parties, production shows, and meet and greets

Another Cruise Line Launches Cruise Ship App

MSC Cruises has rolled out its mobile app to the United States and Canada

World's top 25 hotels

It doesn't get much better than an overwater bungalow in the Maldives

American takes delivery of its first Boeing 787 Dreamliner

American Airlines has officially taken delivery of its first Boeing 787 Dreamliner, and the aircraft is expected to fly to American's Dallas/Fort Worth base Friday morning

Airline catalog SkyMall files for bankruptcy

SkyMall, the in-flight shopping catalog that's long been a staple of airline travel, appears to have become a victim of changing times. The company that produces SkyMall filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy

Why cheaper jet fuel won't mean lower airfares anytime soon

Airlines will save billions this year thanks to cheaper jet fuel, but they aren't likely to share the bounty with passengers — not while so many flights are already full

Returning to Hyderabad, Once a Land of Princes and Palaces

In an Indian city, little remains of the glorious past a father told stories about

Doug Washer Talks About Building His Ice Hotel

For $79,000, you, too, can spend a night in a "snow structure" in British Columbia

Highlights of a Nile river cruise: in pictures

A cruise is perhaps the best way to see the ancient Egyptian sights along the Nile. Here are the attractions you must not miss

Where to find the best Tudor sights in England

As the dramatisation of Hilary Mantel's Wolf Hall begins its run on BBC Two, historian Suzannah Lipscomb reveals her favourite Tudor homes and palaces around the country

Scots to get cheaper holidays - what about the rest of us?

Scotland's plans to cut air tax by 50 per cent could damage tourism in England, travel firms have warned

The 10 best airlines you've never heard of

The following airlines are among the 100 best in the world, according to the 2014 Skytrax awards. But which have you heard of?

The quest to see China's extraordinary frozen fog

Exquisite, delicate rime forms only when conditions are just right - and its appearance can be fleeting.

Winston Churchill: Tours, walks and holidays

This weekend marks 50 years since the death of one of the UK's best-known politicians. Winston Churchill, who led the country for half a decade during the Second World War and was re-elected to power just six years later, died on 24 January 1965, at the ripe old age of 90. With walks, exhibitions and tours around the country, there are plenty of opportunities to commemorate Churchill close to home, or you can choose to holiday like the leader in Europe and beyond

Single travel is becoming more popular than ever

The idea of exploring the world alone may be intimidating to some, but research shows that travelling solo is about to become increasingly popular.

Hotel Cycle, Japan: A bike-themed pad that takes style up a gear

Whether you're a hardcore bike nut or a fair-weather cyclist, the stylish Hotel Cycle is sure to push your pedals

Top Five Cultural Destinations in Sri Lanka

Everything about Sri Lanka is exotic. Here are five destinations you don't want to miss

Chicago O'Hare retakes 'world's busiest' title - sort of

Chicago O'Hare has ended Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport's run as the world's busiest airport. Sort of

Carnival CEO steers cruise giant in new directions

Carnival CEO Arnold Donald steering corporation toward new passengers, higher revenue

Wallet-friendly cruising: 10 money-saving tips

After the basic cruise fare, you've got to consider the extras. See 10 ways to save money.

Hotel Review: The Thompson in Chicago

A stylish hotel with an excellent location, thoughtful perks and destination-style dining without having to leave your room

Greek Left's New Issue: All-Inclusive Resorts

Hoteliers and others are worried by proposals that include a possible increase in the value-added tax and a plan to curb all-inclusive resort deals

Eurostar experiences delays again

Further delays hit Eurostar passengers, as company is braced to receive compensation claims

Tiger increase in India 'proof of the benefits of tourism'

India's tiger population has grown by 30 per cent, according to its government, rising from 1,706 four years ago to 2,226 in 2014

A weekend break in Krakow

A guide to short breaks in Krakow, including the best things to see and do, plus recommended bars and restaurants.

Do Booking Sites Raise Prices Based on Your Search Habits?

When you search for a hotel room on a travel website, does the website's software recognize you, and does it adjust the price display based on that recognition?

'The Ark' is a new airport terminal just for pets

The world's first ever airport terminal specifically for pets is set to be built at JFK Airport in New York City.

Mexico's street food: Beyond burritos

Yolanda Zappaterra travelled to Oaxaca for a taste of savoury chocolate sauce, slow-cooked pork stew and toasted grasshoppers

Top 8 Places to See the Northern Lights

From the snow-enveloped wilderness of Siberia to the northernmost tip of Canada, here are some of the best places to see the Northern Lights.

Scenic plans three new cruise ships for 2016

Scenic Tours has leaked a few details about the launch of another river vessel, Scenic Aura, which will sail Myanmar's Irrawaddy River from September 2016

Brennan's in New Orleans Walks the Tightrope of Tradition

The French Quarter restaurant, which was founded in 1946, is trying to overcome years of family dissent, and it starts with breakfast

Keel laid for 'most luxurious cruise ship ever'

A shipyard in Italy today officially began construction on what's being billed as the most luxurious cruise ship ever

AAA hands out diamonds to hotels and restaurants

AAA has added 14 restaurants and hotels to its annual list of Five Diamond establishments, the travel authority's highest honor

Greek Islands travel guide

An insider's guide to ten of the most popular Greek Islands, featuring the best hotels, restaurants, things to do and how to travel there and around

'Queues will be a thing of the past', Gatwick claims - Telegraph

Gatwick says that "queues will be a thing of the past" suggesting that it can become the world's most efficient two-runway airport

Happy 100th! 10 U.S. centennials to celebrate

Like a good wine, these spots just get better with age. Here are 10 of our favorite places turning 100 in 2015

Restaurant Report: Char in Singapore

Along a sleepy stretch not far from the dark alleys of the often seedy Geylang neighborhood, two brothers are quietly trying to revolutionize Singapore’s roast meat scene

The trip that changed national parks forever

Retrace the path of a legendary naturalist across California, a journey that would alter the landscape of conservation around the world.

The Malt House, Gloucestershire: A picture-perfect country escape

Tucked in the heart of the Cotswolds, the Malt House matches its picture-book surroundings. Built in the classic buttery yellow stone of the region, with three acres of gardens and orchard behind it, the long, lean Grade II-listed building dates back in parts to the 17th century, with more added in 1905

10 cruise ship cabins to avoid

Not all cabins are created equal. See which you should avoid at all costs.

Super Bowl: Airlines add flights to capitalize on demand

U.S. airlines are adding dozens of new flights – and even a few temporary routes – to capitalize on the demand for flights to the Super Bowl XLIX in suburban Phoenix. American, Delta, United, Alaska Airlines,

Five myths about ski vacations

As the cost of ski vacations continues to rise, there

Fly Guy: Why we need 'Economy Wide' seats

Economy-class airplane seats measure about 17 inches wide, and that

Woman pays $164K per year to live on luxury cruise ship

Lee Wachtstetter, an 86-year-old Florida widow, took her daughter

World Cruise Delayed in New York and Fort Lauderdale

Inclement weather across the Atlantic will result in the late arrival of Queen Elizabeth into New York today, with the ship's next departure to be delayed by 24 hours

Discover Key West's new boutique-hotel beauty

The Marker is the first newly built hotel in Key West’s Old Town in 20 years, with three pools, a soaker tub in every room and a fresh, modern design

She wants a beach, you need a museum - so where do you go on holiday?

From Europe to Asia to North America, you don’t have to choose one over the other

Washington, D.C. Destination Guide

Plan your vacation to Washington, D.C. with USA TODAY Travel's city guide.

Nine Things to Do When No One Speaks English

You've always gotten by with your high school French or Spanish overseas, but what if you're in a place so remote no one speaks anything but the local language and you haven't taken the time to learn more than

In Milan for Fashion Week? Here’s What to Do

There’s more to do in Milan, Italy’s second largest, than gaze at models with chiseled cheekbones, in well-tailored suits. Here are our suggestions

In Hong Kong, a World of Menus

Sampling the city’s impressive global cuisine, from Greek to Thai, in refined and streetside restaurants

China to start ’toilet revolution’

China announces campaign to improve and modernise its public loos following complaints from tourists

Aman Tokyo hotel, Tokyo, Japan: review

Aman Tokyo is a Tokyo hotel offering minimalist interiors, traditional Japanese spa treatments, fabulous city views, spacious rooms and excellent food, near the Imperial Palace and Tokyo Station. Click on the right of the image below for more photographs

The cheapest countries in the world

Want to see the world on a shoestring budget? The following infographic will help you plan your itinerary

Melbourne city break guide

An insider’s guide to Melbourne and Victoria, featuring the best hotels, restaurants, bars, shops, attractions and things to do, including how to travel there and around

The world’s most beautiful river ports

From Budapest to Chongqing, James Ellis picks his 10 favourite scenic river ports

7 Bold Predictions for Travel in 2015

From hot new technology to free Wi-Fi nearly everywhere, there’s reason for optimism about the year ahead

The quietest place in the US

A one-square-inch spot in Washington’s Olympic National Park lures people from around the world

Le Grand Bellevue, Gstaad: A new kind of luxury

The star of the Bellevue is its extraordinary subterranean spa

’Batteries included’: East Anglia leading a railway revolution with self-charging train

The battery-powered train is part of National Rail’s plan to cut emissions

Silversea Introduces Free WiFi and Excursions on Mediterranean Cruises

Silversea has launched ’ultra-inclusive’ pricing for all Mediterranean cruises this year. For new bookings made on or after 15 January 2015, fares will now include WiFi and shore excursions

Cruise Lines Face New EPA Penalty Policy

In its continued effort to reduce the cruise industry’s carbon footprint, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will now impose penalties to ensure cruise lines follow new emission regulations that kicked in January 1, 2015

Homeland Security sees results focusing on riskiest travelers

The secretary of Homeland Security said Friday threats to aviation remain a major concern, but that scrutinizing "unknown" travelers the most at airports is yielding results

In Portugal, a Land Finely Aged Like Wine

A road trip through the whitewashed villages of the Alentejo, the southern Portuguese wine country

What to Do in Memphis

Beyond blues, barbecue and Elvis, you can find zydeco and indie rock, newly vibrant neighborhoods and a refurbished civil rights museum

In Southeast Ireland, a Culinary and Coastal Destination

Creative chefs are giving visitors another reason to go to West Waterford

Cyprus Airways bankruptcy: what next

Tens of thousands of passengers hoping to fly to Cyprus for winter sun have been “left in limbo” following the collapse of Cyprus Airways

North Korea takes ’sparsely decorated stall’ to tourism fair

Country sends representative to Swiss travel fair to attract more tourists - despite an ongoing ban on visitors due to Ebola fears

Cuba: will new rules kill the country’s character?

New rules on travel and trade could strip Cuba of its charm and make trips more expensive, tour operators have warned

The world’s greatest walking trails

As a new film showcases the Pacific Crest Trail, we highlight other superb routes around the world

10 Relaxing Resorts Where You Can Warm Up This Winter

Feeling a bit worn out by winter? Then the time is right for a peaceful getaway, where snow shovels and polar vortexes are but a distant dream

Creative Ways to Wear Your Valuables While Traveling

Forget the sweaty money belt. There are dozens of surprising, creative, and fashionable ways to keep your valuables close when you’re out exploring the world

Delta to begin nonstop flights from L.A. to Shanghai in July

Los Angeles travelers heading to Shanghai this summer will gain a new option when Delta Air Lines begins daily nonstop service between the two cities

Winston Churchill’s legacy endures in Britain

75 years since he first ascended to Prime Minister (just as German troops were swiftly conquering France), a new museum in London pays tribute to his legacy

Norwegian Escape’s snow room is cruise ship’s latest wow factor

The ultimate cool-down: The Norwegian Escape’s Mandara Spa will feature a snow room for those who want an arctic blast to get their circulation going

Luxury line Silversea goes even more all-inclusive

Tired of being nickel-and-dimed on cruise ships? Youll love the latest news from Silversea Cruises

10Best: Summer beach resorts for winter getaways

While it might not feel like beach weather, this is actually a great time to head to the shore

In Baton Rouge, They’re Still Singing the Blues

Decades after the Louisianan capital’s glory as a hub for the blues, a few authentic spots remain

14 extraordinary adventures that may disappear

These extraordinary experiences are available to travellers today. But each of them is, to varying degrees, threatened in some way, whether by urbanisation, climate change or simple human neglect

Weird and wonderful themed cruises for 2015

Sailing for swingers, Trekkies and psychics will all be taking place in 2015

Airports of the future: amazing new airports under construction

Eight airports - featuring waterfalls and rooftop gardens - that will soon be dazzling travellers

Four days in Australia’s open ocean

A live-aboard boat affords travellers a much closer look at the country’s psychedelically beautiful Great Barrier Reef . without any of the day-tripper crowds

15 global eateries we’re dying to try in 2015

It’s going to be a great year for global foodies. Some of the world’s biggest restaurants are exporting their brands to other countries -- some permanently, others only temporarily -- while top chefs are opening exciting new ventures

The Weirdest Travel News of 2014

Travel can be rewarding, and also. weird? We’ve compiled our annual list of the unusual, the shocking and the downright strange travel news of 2014

Last call for Berlin-Paris sleeper trains

The overnight sleeper train, a long tradition in Europe, is rapidly disappearing in the age of air travel

Ice hotels: The Big Six

Castles, igloos and expedition-quality sleeping bags

Magna Carta anniversary: Five ways to celebrate

On 15 June 1215, King John submitted to his rebel barons and sealed Magna Carta; for the first time, even the monarch was subject to the rule of law

Looser Rules for Travel to Cuba, a Destination Already in Transition

Announcing new, more flexible regulations, American officials expect visitors to get a view of life on the island rather than sit poolside with a margarita

Rat Pack haunts: Hotels where the cool kids hung out

A new year always gets us a little nostalgic for the past, and today we’re fondly reflecting on the original Rat Pack

Salt (and lime) of the earth: Mexico’s tequila trail

As the early morning sunshine bathes the blue agave fields in brilliant light, Mexican farmers (called jimadors) spring into action, spreading out across the lush landscape to methodically begin harvesting the ripe leafy plants using a coa, flat-bladed circular knives attached to long wooden poles

In Ensenada, Cheap Mexican Charms Await

Less than two hours from San Diego, the city is one of the easiest and safest places to experience Mexico on a budget

Hotel Review: The Cube in British Columbia

A new take on the hostel experience near Revelstoke Mountain Resort for skiers and boarders who don’t need a lot of frills

Restaurant Report: Café ArtScience in Cambridge, Mass.

A Harvard bioengineering professor opens his latest venture, which aims to blend a French-American menu with palatable technology

Richard Branson Enters the City Hotel Scene

The billionaire British entrepreneur is introducing Virgin Hotels in the United States, with the first set to open in Chicago on Jan. 15

French court finds against Ski Club

The ski hosting row heats up again as a court in Paris finds in favour of the Ecole de Ski Français and against the Ski Club of Great Britain

How dangerous is flying in high winds?

The sight of planes swaying in gales is unlikely to encourage nervous fliers. But how risky is flying in high winds?

Seven Seas Explorer: the world’s most expensive suite at sea?

Regent Seven Seas has unveiled plans for the largest, and almost certainly the most expensive, cruise ship suite

A weekend break in… Pilsen

A guide to short breaks in Pilsen in the Czech Republic, including the best bars, restaurants, hotels and things to do

The last railway in the West Indies

One of the few of its kind, the narrow gauge railway loops travellers through verdant jungles, over canyon-spanning steel bridges and along the island.s rocky coast

Royal Caribbean Drops Cover Charge for New Celebrity Chef Restaurant

Passengers onboard Royal Caribbean’s Quantum of the Seas no longer have to pay a surcharge to eat in Devinly Decadence, the healthy specialty eatery located inside the ship’s adults-only Solarium

10 Best Boston Tours and Excursions

Explore all that Boston has to offer from land or sea. A walkable city, Boston tours are often on foot, allowing you to get up close and personal with the past that makes Boston so special

Delta flight to New York flies with just two passengers

In an era of packed flights, finding an empty middle seat has become a rare luxury for air travelers. So imagine the surprise for two Delta Air Lines passengers who had an entire plane to themselves this week

A Musician’s Lament? Carrying on the Instrument

In March, airlines will be required to treat musical instruments like other passenger luggage, first come first served in the baggage bins

Remembering King in Atlanta, Memphis and Boston

A guide to events celebrating the anniversary of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s birth

Eight of Rome’s Lesser Known Sights

Our Rome expert offers a guide to the citys less crowded attractions

Ryanair to offer free in-flight Wi-Fi in the summer

Ryanair passengers will soon be able to stream in-flight films and television programmes on their mobile phones free of charge

Venice overturns ban on large cruise ships

Decision could allow cruise ships bigger than 96,000 gross tons to return to Venice

How to Pack the Right Jacket (or Coat) for Every Season

There are a few key attributes you’ll want to look for when you’re shopping for the perfect travel jacket, regardless of season

Perth: Western Australia’s golden child

It was once little more than a mining hub, but this coastal metropolis is now abuzz with creative energy

What’s new for cruising in 2015: New ships, new onboard activities, and even a ’new river’

Try a robotic cocktail waiter, says Caroline Hendrie

The Old Bakery at The Post House, Somerset: Stay the Night

A converted bakery near Wells will give you an appetite for touring the West Country

There’s Good News in Travel Trends for 2015

Could it be that the years of bad news for travelers with diminished services and higher prices are finally going to take a turn for the better?

Ybor City: Visit a piece of Cuba right within the USA

When Cuban-born Don Vicente Martínez-Ybor was looking for a place to move his cigar factories from Key West in the mid-1880s, his friend Gavino Gutierrez told him about an area just northeast of Tampa

New in Miami: Hotels as hot as its beaches

This year, the city had major boutique and lifestyle hotel openings including the Thompson Miami Beach, Metropolitan COMO, and Ian Schrager’s highly-anticipated EDITION, designed in partnership with Marriott

Modern hotels with funky furniture

Based on the straightforward idea that "less is more," modern design focuses on creating more with, well, less -- by using simplicity, minimalism and geometry

52 Places to Go in 2015

Untrammeled oases beckon, once-avoided destinations become must-sees, and familiar cities offer new reasons to visit

The 50 largest cruise ships in the world

The cruise industry has been growing fast in recent years -- and so has the size of its ships

What happens when someone dies on a cruise?

Given that 40 per cent of cruise passengers are over 65, it’s a fairly common problem. But what actually happens when someone checks out at sea?

The best ski resorts you’ve probably never heard of

You might not have heard of these resorts, but they offer some great . and varied . skiing

Angry Chinese fliers open emergency exit after delay

Latest case of rowdy behaviour by Chinese passengers followed long delay on a flight to Beijing

Travel-Wardrobe Tweaks That Deliver More Style in Less Space

What is wardrobe fatigue, you ask? It’s the singular condition caused by long days on the road or in the air, when you get completely sick of every bit of clothing you’ve brought with you

Antarctica and back in a day? Yep, you can

Antarctica Sightseeing Flights now operates 19 different routes from five Australian cities -- Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide and Brisbane

Icehotel, Sweden: Step into a work of art that’s frozen in time

The first ice hotel marks its 25th birthday this winter. Mark Jones checks in to uncover the key to its success and why it is now imitated around the world

The Top Ten: Disappointing famous places

From Stonehenge to Paris

Hannah’s, Winchester: B&B and beyond

A former dance hall has been lovingly converted into a serene and stylish hideaway. Nicola Trup shakes a leg

Tel Aviv travel tips: Where to go and what to see in 48 hours

This lively Middle Eastern metropolis is the ideal place to wash away the winter blues

Airlines waive fees as storm slows flights in East, Midwest

A broad storm system proved to be a nuisance for air travelers in parts of the Northeast and Midwest on Monday

Eastern Air Lines hopes to launch flights in mid-March

Eastern Air Lines could be flying paying passengers from U.S. airports as soon as March

A Stroll by the Casbah in Northern Morocco

Chefchaouen may be known for its location amid hashish farms, but its relaxed charms go far beyond that

Tourists in Paris should be vigilant

Authorities in Paris are asking tourists to take "extra care" as terrorists remain on the run following the shooting of staff at the Charlie Hebdo magazine office

The world’s safest airline revealed

Few will be surprised at the airline named the world’s safest in a study published this week

12 New York hotels for 2015

12 of the hottest hotel openings in New York for 2015, including the Knickerbocker and Ian Schrager’s Edition

14 Myths About Booking Cheap Flights

Are you a hot travel mess? We’re revealing our secret weapons in the battle against travel clutter

What’s New in Hawaii for 2015

Let’s face it, any year is great for a Hawaiian getaway, but 2015 brings some big hotel openings, renovations, and new cultural excursions that sweeten the deal

Smart Ways to Stay Organized While Traveling

There’s something about a hotel room that makes even the neatest person messy (and turns the naturally disorganized into a hot travel mess)

The most amazing, environmentally friendly lodges in the world

All contribute back to the community by prioritising locally-sourced food, and many have come up with their own renewable energy solutions

New road cycling parks, ski dorms, and Botswana’s rhinos: Travel agenda

Where to go and what to know in 2015

The return of the airship

Once the stuff of history, dirigibles are making a surprise comeback - from Nasa to Bedfordshire

Regent Seven Seas to Partner with Smithsonian

Good news for lecture lovers: Regent Seven Seas Cruises will partner with the Smithsonian Institution for a new enrichment series that will place experts . such as authors, art historians and geopolitical insiders - onboard most sailings

Port Everglades Opens Updated, $24 Million Terminal

Port Everglades, the world’s second-busiest cruise ship port, officially reopened its newly renovated $24-million Cruise Terminal 4 at a ribbon cutting ceremony Thursday morning

Skiers want compensation for snow chaos

Skiers are demanding reimbursement for holidays which they say were spoilt by reps who handled difficult snow conditions badly

Attitude Adjustment: Part Five

Do Not Underestimate Your Prospect’s Intelligence: A counter-productive (popular) attitude is underestimating the prospect.s intelligence. I suppose doing this can sometimes soften the blow of "rejection"

What to Do in Milan

The new energy coursing through the city can be enjoyed even before this year.s World Expo

How to Travel in 2015

There are plenty of places to visit this year, and there are new ways to get there

Home Exchange 101

Lending your home in exchange for someone else.s is kind to your budget and offers a chance to act like a local

London’s best new restaurant and bar openings

The best new London restaurant and bar openings, menu launches and pop-up events taking place this month

Cruise holidays: the most exciting new ships for 2015

From big to small, distinctly British to very French, Teresa Machan charts the most exciting new launches

Oil prices are tumbling - why not airfares?

The market price of aviation fuel has fallen by 45 per cent since September - so why haven’t airfares plummeted too?

Destination: San Juan

Get beyond the fact that it’s still technically the U.S., and enjoy Puerto Rico as an exotic paradise. Our guide to San Juan will get you there

15 quirky U.S. spots to visit in 2015

If you’ve hiked Yosemite and Yellowstone, roamed the streets of New York and wandered through the Smithsonian museums, it’s time to enjoy some of the country’s quirkier attractions

America’s most historic restaurants

There’s no better way to learn about America’s culinary history than by visiting some of the country’s oldest dining establishments

More hotels offer free Wi-Fi -- but speed costs extra

Hyatt Hotels and Resorts is giving travelers the one thing they’ve said they want the most: free Wi-Fi

United passengers complain of baggage woes in Denver

United Airlines is suffering a baggage handling problem that’s creating headaches for customers flying through its hub in Denver

Latest gee-whiz cruise ship feature: ’snow room’

Norwegian Cruise Line today announced plans for a massive Mandara spa on its next ship that will include a super-chilled, snowy retreat called the Snow Room

Way Too Many Americans Took ZERO Vacation Days In 2014

The vacation habits of Americans aren’t looking good: According to travel website Skift, almost 42 percent of Americans didn’t take any vacation days in 2014

Where Will Americans Travel in 2015?

Industry forecasters predict Mexico, Canada and Britain as top choices

Hotel Review: Hotel am Steinplatz in Berlin

A luxurious and comfortable experience that has both Old World aristocratic touches as well as a stylish modern feel

Beijing’s Art Scene Raises Its Profile

Fairs and galleries seek to attract buyers with the work of emerging artists

Hotel Estheréa, Amsterdam: review

Hotel Estheréa is a family-friendly Amsterdam hotel offering characterful interiors, four-poster beds, lavish breakfasts and exceptional service, in the heart of the Negen Straatjes

A weekend break in… Brisbane

An insider’s guide to a short break in Brisbane, including advice on the best hotels, restaurants and things to do

Venice attractions: eight of the city’s best lesser-known sights

Our Venice expert offers a guide to the city’s lesser-known spots, from small museum to off-the-beaten-track districts

US ambassador angers Switzerland with ski lift rant

Suzi LeVine has sparked a minor diplomatic row with a Facebook post criticising Switzerland’s ski lift queues. But she does have a point

10 New Routes That Will Lead to Cheaper Flights in 2015

Route expansions may not seem like exciting news, but they’re a bigger deal than you probably think. Why? Because they often spark competition between airlines and drive down fares on multiple carriers

Can You Outsmart Jet Lag with an App?

An app that helps you beat jet lag: Intriguing, right? Planning for a recent trip to Japan, during which I was going to need to hit the ground running, I decided to try out Entrain, a free app that allows you to monitor your body’s circadian clock

River cruises in Europe

The Continent’s waterways are ripe for exploration. It’s time to get onboard

48 hours in Miami Beach

The spiritual home of Art Deco is set to be even more exuberant than usual this month

Royal Caribbean postpones restaurant rollouts

Looking forward to more restaurant choices on Royal Caribbean ships? As they say in the New York area where the line just deployed its latest vessel, fuhgeddaboudit -- at least for now

Boeing likely to best Airbus as world’s top jetmaker

The U.S. jetmaker shattered its record for both aircraft deliveries and for sales, according to figures released by Boeing on Tuesday

A Crash Course in Airbnb

Tired of generic motels, a family tried the vacation-rental website and had memorable, if not always cozy, experiences

Abandoning Doubt in Sedona, Arizona

A couple choose to celebrate their love with a leap of faith in a mystical land

Indian Chains in New York, Worthy of Their Flagships

It is possible to experience Indian food in its unadulterated form at four New York outposts of popular Indian restaurants

10 Best Argentina Experiences

Ever wanted to learn the tango or walk on a glacier? Read about 10 amazing things to do in Argentina from whales to wine

London’s hottest new hotels for 2015

A guide to London’s most highly anticipated new hotel openings

Cruise holidays: the best destinations for 2015

The best cruise destinations for 2015, including new sailings in Japan, South Africa and Cuba

London’s secret sights: 16 more odd attractions you never knew were there

Following last year’s popular gallery of 14 strange and little-known sites in London, we’ve unearthed another 16

Ski chalet holidays will get more expensive . and we’ll have to get used to it

As Switzerland and Austria amend employment laws, potentially forcing UK ski tour operators to pay seasonnaires minimum wage, Henry Druce says the price of traditional chalet packages will rise

Have you explored the Istanbul few visitors see?

When I first crossed the Bosporus by ferry, I knew I’d made the right decision

Beijing’s new hotel captures the mystique of the Forbidden City

Now overrun with hordes of tourists, that palace has lost some of its mystique . but the Waldorf Astoria Beijing, which opened just down the road last spring, is seeking to bring it back

Guide to Hotel Tipping

Tipping just the right amount can be tough, so we offer some guidelines for rewarding good service with good judgment

Trouble spots loom for Tuesday fliers as cold moves in

Fliers faced several trouble spots Tuesday as cold air moved east and south out of the Midwest

Why airlines hate hidden-city ticketing (and maybe you should too)

The story starts with a 22-year-old tech whiz kid, who in his spare time designed a website called Skiplagged that shows people how to find lower fares using an insider strategy that’s been around for years

New Norwegian Cruise Ship to Debut Snow Room

Care for an arctic blast with your spa treatment? Norwegian Escape, set to debut in November, will add a Snow Room to its Thermal Suite, which Norwegian Cruise Line is billing as the largest at sea

There’s No Place Like Homes

Intrepid travelers are forgoing hotels to stay on couches, in chic apartments or even on a bus. These veterans offer an idea of what to expect

8 Ways to Save on Travel in 2015

Tips on how to save money by better using tools you already know

What to Do in Vienna

A Velázquez show, sprawling skating rinks and sizzling schnitzel are among the wintertime enticements of the capital

Restaurant Report: Marcus in London

Marcus Wareing at the Berkeley has returned as just plain Marcus, with an airier look, a more flexible menu and a mission to be more casual

Stansted delays after Ryanair passengers use wrong door

Hundreds of travellers rescreened after passengers use exit door "left open in error"

Where you need travel insurance most

A worrying number of holidaymakers are travelling to India without insurance, even though it is a country where travellers can run into problems

The Hotel: Is British hospitality really that bad?

Is the standard of service in British hotels as woeful as the reality television show The Hotel suggests, or should the ghost of Basil Fawlty finally be laid to rest?

Seven Trends That Will Shape How You Travel in 2015

No offense 2014, but we’re ready for a new year. January 1 brings the promise of 365 new days to plan trips and see the world. And 2015 is shaping up to be rather interesting for travelers

Rustic Ski Lodges Even Nonskiers Will Love

Go easy on your budget this winter and skip the high-priced, high-gloss ski-resort vacation

Destination: Istanbul

Visit the city that spans two continents; this ancient, yet vibrant city bridges Asia and Europe seamlessly. Plan your trip to Istanbul with our travel guide

10 exciting attractions opening in 2015

From the world’s largest archeology museum to its biggest eco-park, 2015 is gearing up to be a whopper of a year for global tourists in search of the next big thing

New Law Requires Cruise Lines to Publicize All Shipboard Crimes

A provision of the Coast Guard reauthorization bill, which was signed into law December 18, requires cruise lines to provide information on all crimes committed on cruise ships, including those that are alleged or under investigation

New Cruise Line to Use Old Carnival Ship for Bahamas Cruises

New cruise line Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line has purchased the ship once known as Carnival Celebration from Costa Cruises

Etihad Airways flies away with its first stretch Dreamliner

Etihad Airways flew away with its first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner Saturday afternoon. The fly-away came three days after the carrier officially took delivery of the aircraft here on Wednesday

How Travel to Cuba May Change

A Q. and A. on the effect of President Obama’s order to restore diplomatic relations with Cuba

In Winnipeg, a Skating Rink That Doubles as a Sculpture Park

A skating trail along a frozen river in the Canadian city is home to inventive installations called "warming huts"

Luxury chalet of the week: Chalet Mont Blanc

Welcome to the Chalet Mont Blanc in Megève, France

Lyon’s Musee Des Confluences - the new Guggenheim?

The £200m Musee des Confluences opens in Lyon’s revitalised docklands area tomorrow

Eight Rules for Winter-Weather Travel

Air travel is something of a gamble during really bad weather. And that’s not likely to change very much, or very fast, over the next year or two

Papua New Guinea: A ’tropical Switzerland’

It’s remote, little-visited and prone to disturbances, but Papua New Guinea is misunderstood

Carnival Corporation to Build New Cruise Ships for Holland America and Carnival Cruise Line

Carnival Corporation has committed to build new cruise ships for two of its cruise lines: Holland America Line and Carnival Cruise Line

10 Best Places for a white Christmas

A white Christmas doesn’t have to be a dream. Pick the right spot and you’re very likely to find one

Eight things to pack extra for your vacation rental

Unlike hotels, vacation rentals usually come furnished with an array of extras, from fully stocked kitchens to well-equipped supply closets

A taste of Christmas markets around the world

From the super traditional to the unexpected, these Christmas markets offer up an array of festive fare sure to satisfy your appetite for holiday cheer

Something blue: How to get married at sea

For some folks, a dream way of saying "I do" is for a ship’s captain to perform the ceremony at sea

Best new airport amenities in 2014

While airlines saw their ups and downs, airports spent 2014 introducing new and exciting amenities

Very Cool Travel Gadgets

With the busiest travel season of the year upon us it’s a good time to stock up on cool travel gadgets that will make your life that much easier.and more fun.when you.re on the road

Down the Hobbit Hole in Switzerland

Tolkien fans can visit the world’s first Middle-earth museum, about an hour from Zurich, as long as they can stoop

36 Hours in Strasbourg, France

While the city shines brightest over the holidays, its allure endures with its canals, cobbled streets and hearty Alsatian cuisine

14 sights to catch before Cuba changes forever

Here are 14 highlights of a beguiling Caribbean nation about to go through a fundamental shift

Heli-skiing in Iceland: the flight fantastic

Tim Woodward enters a world of myth and magic on a heli-skiing adventure to Iceland’s Troll peninsula

The Best Way to Store Your Luggage on a Layover

If you’ve ever wondered what to do with a bulky suitcase when you face a long layover and can’t check it through, there’s an answer.at least at Los Angeles International

Five of the best UK winter walks

If you’ve over-indulged or just spent too long in front of the TV, it’s time get out into the crisp, fresh air

Can Americans Take Cruise Ships to Cuba? Not Yet….

The White House’s move toward normalizing relations with Cuba has fueled interest among American cruise passengers hoping to visit, although the agreement doesn’t allow U.S.-based cruise ships to call

10 Best South Africa Experiences

In South Africa, you’re forgiven for sticking to the most iconic experiences — wildlife safaris, wine tastings,Table Mountain, maybe even cage diving with great white sharks -- but there’s so much more

PHOTO TOUR: The new LINQ Hotel & Casino

Experience Las Vegas is featuring in-depth photo tours of the city’s world-famous hotels and casino resorts this year. We feature a different Vegas property each month so you can visit virtually before booking your stay, or just fantasize about plush digs outside your budget

Take a tour of hotels’ holiday lobbies

At many hotels across the country, tinsel and Christmas trees just won’t do

Eight Things You Need to Pack for Your Vacation Rental

Unlike hotels, vacation rentals usually come furnished with an array of extras, from fully stocked kitchens to well-equipped supply closets

USA TODAY’s guide to cruise ships on order

What’s next from the world’s largest cruise lines? Below is our annual list of ocean-going ships on order for major brands such as Carnival and Royal Caribbean

EVA Air to fly Hello Kitty Boeing 777s from Houston

Another week, another major international carrier for Houston Bush Intercontinental Airport. Or so it seems

MSP to reconfigure security checkpoints in $18M makeover

Security checkpoints at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport are about to get a makeover

Restaurant Report: Le Servan in Paris

The chef behind this neo-bistro, which opened in April, said that she "wanted to open a place where people could have very good food at affordable prices." Mission accomplished

Inside Swedens 25th Icehotel

The first pictures of Swedens 25th Icehotel, made afresh from snow and ice each year

A weekend break in… Miami Beach

An insider’s guide to what to do on a short break in Miami Beach, including the best bars, restaurants, hotels and things to do

‘Impatient’ air passenger deploys emergency slide

Chinese flier was "eager to get out of the plane" so decided to open the door himself while it was taxiing

This Airline Actually Wants to Make You Happy

In 2014, we’ve seen ticket prices skyrocket, legroom shrink, and even industry darling JetBlue break our hearts with new fees. And while next year may bring more of the same, one airline is actually trying to make flying better

Caribbean Adventures Worth Leaving Your All-Inclusive For

Sometimes you need an adventure that gets your heart thumping, a thrill to remind you that deep down inside you’re still as fun and gutsy as you were when you were 20

Bintan: the Indonesian paradise is an Asian holiday gem

Once a home to buccaneers and smugglers, Daniel Scheffler visits the expanding tropical getaway formerly known as ’Pirate Island’

How to Blend In With the Locals: 20 Tips

If you’d like to not stand out like a sore-thumb tourist on your next trip, consider these tips to fit in with the local folks

Five signs America is falling in love with public transit

You could call it a budding romance with the possibility of a strong, long-lasting relationship. More Americans are riding public transportation

6 ways to do Nepal without climbing mountains

Mention Nepal and most people think snow-capped scenes, of 7,000-meter mountains and the climbers raring to conquer them

Here’s your chance to sleep in a (five-star) London sculpture

The big news is this is the first hotel venture from Chris Corbin and Jeremy King, business partners who have understood the secret code of London restaurant success for more than 30 years

London’s best tour guide? Paddington Bear, of course

The beloved storybook character is everywhere you look in this capital city . from the National Gallery to Hyde Park, from Notting Hill to Knightsbridge

Rob Brydon to Front P&O Cruises’ New Ad Campaign

Rob Brydon will front P&O Cruises’ new advertising campaign, which will launch on Christmas Day

Carnival Cruise Lines Names New President

Carnival Corporation & plc has appointed Christine Duffy as president of Carnival Cruise Lines, effective February 1, 2015. Duffy currently serves as president and CEO of Cruise Lines International Association

What’s New in Ski Resorts

This year, there’s more terrain to ski and more après-ski activities, including snowshoeing, tubing and night clubs

Christmas in Dublin: Good Cheer and Great Deals

In the newly energized city center, you’ll find thrifty gifts at seasonal markets and perhaps a street caroler better known as the frontman of U2

Britain’s worst airports for Christmas delays named

The airports that were the worst for delays and cancellations last Christmas have been revealed

The top 10 beach holidays in France

Our experts’ pick of the top 10 beach and seaside holidays in France for 2015, including the best spots for families, watersports and relaxation, in destinations such as Provence, Normandy, Brittany and the Île de Ré

Top 10: London hotels with river views

The best hotels for views of the River Thames, including the top places to stay to see the New Year’s Eve fireworks, London Eye, Tower Bridge and the Houses of Parliament, for couples, families and romantic city breaks

10 Best Small Towns for the Holidays

Town squares lit with strings of sparkling lights. Christmas carolers in bonnets and tails. Horse-drawn carriages and snowcapped roofs

Iran’s province of surprises

Iran’s East Azerbaijan is full of secrets, including 800-year-old rock-cut villages, ancient Armenian monasteries and the world’s largest covered market

Knoydart Hide, Inverie: Hide and seek in a stunning setting

You’ll be torn between cosying up in this decadent retreat for two and exploring the scenery outside

Flight diverted after passenger reportedly throws hot water at crew member

Shortly after flight FD9101 took off last Thursday evening from Bangkok for the eastern Chinese city of Nanjing, a male passenger asked a flight attendant for boiling water for his girlfriend’s instant noodles

New Silk Road: The World’s longest train journey

China is known for chasing superlatives — now it can add marathon train journeys to its growing list of unparalleled achievements

10 Things You Should Never Wear When Traveling Abroad

Safety should be a key consideration no matter where you travel, and part of staying safe in an unfamiliar place is dressing to blend in. Here are 10 things you should never wear

New cruise ship to have giant water park

Norwegian Cruise Line’s next ship will have the largest aqua park at sea and feature four water slides, the company announced today

More ’baseball greats’ cruises coming this winter

MSC Cruises has announced plans for another round of "baseball greats" voyages this winter in the Caribbean

Berlin’s new airport? It now won’t open until late 2017

Remember that brand new Berlin airport that was supposed to open in 2011? It’s still not open and now doesn’t appear likely to begin accepting passenger flights until the second half of 2017

The Jura Mountains, a Cross-Country Wonderland

Straddling the border of France and Switzerland, the area boasts a network of more than 2,100 miles of groomed cross-country ski trails

Britain’s 10 best cities

Which British cities fared best in our Telegraph Travel Awards 2014? Here is our run down of the top 10, including details on how the top three have changed in recent years

Eight bizarre types of air rage

Air rage is on the rise, with everything from noodles to knee space and pyjamas making passengers’ blood boil

Amansara hotel, Siem Reap, Cambodia: review

Amansara is a Cambodia hotel offering minimalist design, traditional Cambodian cuisine, trips to Angkor Wat, and a tranquil vibe, near Siem Reap

Chilean Lake District: A land where the familiar is made strange

At first sight, this region looks much like our own but, after forays into the mountains and out to the coast, Jeremy Laurance is charmed by its unique beauty

Christmas in New York: alternative things to do

From lunch with a gospel choir to Serendipity sundaes, the Big Apple is ideal for a festive break

English inns: Six of the best

From the Fuzzy Duck and the Red Lion to the Craven Heifer

Top-Reviewed Travel Products of the Year

We tested countless travel products this year. Here are the 10 we love the best, along with where to buy them

Exploring Australia’s forgotten Aboriginal rock art

Only a fraction of the country’s estimated 100,000 rock art sites have been documented, and as one traveller discovered, protection is patchy

Cruise & Maritime Voyages Purchases Cruise Ship

Cruise & Maritime Voyages has revealed it has made an offer to purchase Astor from its bankrupt German owner, Premicon Hochseekreuzfahrt GmbH & Co KG

GAO: TSA should test expedited screening better

The Transportation Security Administration has dramatically widened participation in its expedited airport screening queues during the past year

New Carnival cruise port to open October 2016

Carnival Cruise Lines’ new Amber Cove port of call in the Dominican Republic will be ready for guests on Oct. 6, 2015, the cruise line said on Friday

American: Premium fliers will get bonus miles in 2015

American Airlines and merger partner US Airways will award more frequent-flier miles to customers who buy first- and business-class tickets next year

Skiing as It Was Before Chairlifts

Ski mountaineering or skinning . propelling yourself up the mountain before swooshing back down . is a throwback to the sport’s early days

Eurostar heads to Marseille and the Med

Tickets for a new Eurostar service to Marseille in France go on sale today. Ben Ross gets ready for the new direct railway journey that links St Pancras to Avignon, Provence and Marseille

Amsterdam Light Festival time-lapse

Watch contemporary art installations along Amsterdam’s canals and bridges flicker and fade as part of the city’s festival of light

Egypt tourists told not to worry as Cairo embassy closed

Travellers heading to Cairo should continue with their plans even though the UK embassy in the city was closed this week

Beware the New Airport ATM Scam

The travel industry hates to see consumers get too many really good deals, and they’re shutting the door on good exchange rates at airport ATMs

Magical Christmas Markets in North America

The cozy smell of chestnuts roasting on open fire pits. A warm cup of mulled cider cradled in your mittened hands. Soft flecks of snow falling as you walk among shop stalls filled with glittering merchandise that just begs to be gifted

Cruise & Maritime Moves Closer to Cruise Ship Purchase

Cruise & Maritime Voyages has revealed it has made an offer to purchase Astor from its bankrupt German owner, Premicon Hochseekreuzfahrt GmbH & Co KG

Three Dead, One Crewmember Hospitalized After Fire on Luxury Cruise Ship

A crewmember from Oceania Cruises’ Insignia remains in a hospital in St Lucia after a fire onboard which claimed the lives of three others

Almost Downton Abbey

Really, why watch any of the Downton Abbey Christmas specials, when you can live the Downton life instead . if only for a night?

Santa Fe dreamers: the trail through northern New Mexico

Ansel Adams, the great American landscape photo­grapher, couldn.t get enough of New Mexico.s grandeur and stark clarities. Millicent Rogers . model, socialite, and heiress to the Standard Oil fortune . wondered, "Why has no one ever told me about this place?"

There’s so much more to Secret Thailand

Forget full moon parties and brash tourist resorts. There is so much more to see and do if you know where to look

Four Seasons Dubai at Jumeirah Beach: Room service

Purring in the fast lane… without even trying

Top 10 ethical travel destinations for 2015

With so many developing destinations fighting it out for international tourists, it’s not surprising that some travelers make a point of avoiding the ones with weak human rights and environmental records

United asks FAA to investigate fees at its Newark hub

United Airlines is challenging how billions of dollars in "unreasonable" fees from Newark Liberty International Airport are spent on projects outside the airport and on firefighting overtime

Reports: London flights grounded by computer outage

An apparent computer outage is affecting air traffic control in London, threatening to snarl hundreds of flights and tens of thousands of passengers in one of the world’s busiest airspaces

Festive hotels for Christmas and New Year

The holidays are already rife with stress of sheer preparation. Add family, end of year exhaustion, the wrong presents and too much alcohol and frankly, it’s time to head for the hills. The good news is the hills - and the dales, fells, downs, uplands, country towns, villages and city centres - are ready for you

London’s quirkiest cafes

As Britain’s first cereal-themed café opens in London, we map out other unusual options in the capital

Surf in style: Combine great waves with luxurious lodgings

Surfing doesn’t have to mean roughing it

7 best alternative winter snow sports holidays

From skiing and snowboarding to dog sledding and ice climbing, here are the best ways to embrace the cold this winter

How to Pack for a Winter Vacation

Between bulky boots and thick jackets, a winter packing list can look a tad unwieldy. Learn how to pack smarter with these packing tips for winter trips

Dreamliner battery probe ends: 8 questions and answers

The long investigation surrounding a mysterious battery fire that made so much trouble for Boeing’s 787 Dreamliner is closed

Baby on board! Southwest flight diverted for birth

Baby’s first flight took on a whole new meaning when a woman gave birth aboard a Southwest Airlines flight in midair Tuesday morning

Airlines focus on day’s first flights in fight against delays

For years, Southwest was the most punctual of big U.S. airlines, so its tumble toward the bottom of government rankings for on-time arrivals was stunning

Home for the holidays in Bali

Beam me back, please, to Villa Ramadewa. Close my eyes and I am there, with fresh and foamy pineapple juice for breakfast and a splendid nasi goreng and lively ­sambal relish on the side

Southern Goa a pleasant surprise for tourists

It is 8am in Salcete, the old Portuguese heartland of Goa. As sunlight floods the paddy fields, church services are coming to an end. Congregations file out among the palm trees, gossiping and shaking hands

11 Tips for Quantum of the Seas

We just returned from the Quantum of the Seas Royal Family Inaugural Cruise which was the first sailing from the US that allowed kids

New Technology Means Cruise Ships Finally Offer Affordable Onboard WiFi

So maybe you’ve heard that there’s a new WiFi scene on the high seas. Updated technology is finally allowing cruisers to log on from the Lido deck, and Royal Caribbean is the first big line to unleash the action

Most popular river cruise destinations for 2015

The most popular river cruise route in 2015 is a Dutch waterways voyage from Amsterdam, but Myanmar is the up and coming river cruise destination next year

Qatar Air: 1st A350 delivery ‘postponed until further notice’

The delivery of the first Airbus A350 to launch customer Qatar Airways has been delayed, the carrier said Wednesday morning

JetBlue’s newest city? Cleveland flights start in April

JetBlue will make Cleveland its newest destination. The carrier will launch nonstop service between Cleveland and Boston on April 30, offering two daily round-trip flights on 100-seat Embraer E190 jets

Crested Butte, charming and authentic, fills a family’s ski-trip needs

"The Butte," as locals affectionately call it, is one of the more charming ski towns in America. The slopes are steep, the snow is light, the tiny town is a National Historic District and the locals don’t mind your being there

Spray-painting Dubai: Graffiti gang’s Middle East art mission

Mention of Dubai usually prompts images of tall buildings, pristine beaches and luxurious hotels. Not graffiti, that’s for sure

Traveler’s Table: Holiday meals around the world

Every country around the world has their own version reflecting cultural customs and traditions

10Best: Southern mountain resorts and inns

One could spend a lifetime exploring the South’s mountainous regions and barely scratch the surface

Flying with pets: How to ensure safe passage

With the holiday travel season in full swing, it’s a good time to consider expert advice on how best to manage your itinerary

P&O Cruises Reveals Iconic Artwork Onboard New Ship; Number of Craft Beers

P&O Cruises has revealed the artwork that will take centre stage onboard its newest and largest ship Britannia when it launches next March

10 cities with the cheapest hotels

Research into the prices of more than 60,000 hotels, hostels and apartments revealed which cities offer the cheapest rooms

Eight Holiday Travel Myths: Debunked!

Are you a holiday travel expert? Don’t be so sure. Several "facts" that have become conventional wisdom about the holidays actually aren’t true. See how we debunk eight common holiday travel myths

Korean Air executive resigns over nuts on a plate row

A Korean Air executive has resigned from some of her duties after she ordered a flight to be turned around to the gate and a flight attendant off the plane because she was served nuts in a bag instead of on a plate

Best in the US 2015

With 50 states, 14 territories, and countless, ever-changing destinations for curious travelers, choosing where to go in the US can be a challenge

New Fees for Legroom Are Coming Soon on Alaska Airlines

In a presentation to investors, Alaska Airlines yesterday announced that it planned to charge extra for coach seats with extra legroom, like those in exit rows and bulkhead rows

Showing the World to Your Teenagers

Melissa Biggs Bradley of Indagare.com sees family vacations as an opportunity for her children to "understand the complexity of the world"

Delta Air Lines rebrands its seating options

Delta Air Lines announced a rebrand of its cabin options on Monday, including an overhaul of its economy and enhanced economy service

Carnival adds longer Caribbean cruise routes

Carnival Cruise Lines continues to add longer and more unusual itineraries as it rolls out its schedule for next winter

Norovirus Outbreak Contained on Princess Cruises Ship

A norovirus outbreak on Dawn Princess is "well on the way to being resolved", according to Princess Cruises

10 most popular U.S. apres ski hotels

It doesn’t matter if you’re taking on double black diamond trails, gliding cross country through the woods, or staring at the bunny slope with a sense of doom, you can embrace apres ski life

Embrace the luxurious slow life with Japan’s answer to the Orient Express

This is no ordinary train: the back end of the carriage is a giant floor-to-ceiling window, like a flickering movie screen on which the passing landscapes are acting out their various parts

Abode, Mumbai, India: B&B and beyond

A tucked-away guesthouse, near India’s most famous hotel, hints at Mumbai’s youthful, creative outlook

Buenos Aires: Ancient meets modern in a boutique barrio

San Telmo, one of the Argentinian capital’s oldest neighbourhoods, has been revived with independent shops and galleries that are supplemented by buzzing bars and restaurants

Reno’s incredible revamp (have you seen what’s changed?)

It’s a Saturday night, and thousands of zombies are dancing to Michael Jackson.s Thriller on Virginia Avenue, Reno.s main drag, right next to my hotel

How to Tone Your Travel Muscles

Taking a cue from business travelers, who have the logistics of travel down to a science, we compiled a list of steps to help you create your very own travel playbook

A quest to see Canada.s orcas in the wild

As the debate about captive killer whales continues, the waters off Vancouver Island offer an incredible chance to see the creatures in their natural habitat

The world’s best cities

The greatest places for a city break anywhere in the world, as decided in the Telegraph Travel awards

Don’t panic about lack of snow in the Alps yet

Colder weather and snow expected in the Alps as weather forecasters say ski season could yet prove excellent

At a Paris Flea Market, Tips for Treasure Hunters

Over the past two years, the giant Marché aux Puces de Paris/St.-Ouen has become cool again. Here’s some guidance for conquering the sprawling stalls

Taiwan, an Island of Green in Asia

In recent years, Taiwan has seen the development of a number of eco-friendly initiatives, from a protected marine habitat to a high-speed rail system to a ban on shark-fin soup

Top 10 strangely specific food museums

From a museum of carrots to a place dedicated to the humble potato, Adam Newey rounds up the world’s quirkiest culinary-themed attractions

New Zealand named world’s best country: prime minister welcomes Telegraph award

John Key, the New Zealand prime minister, has welcomed his country’s victory in the coveted "favourite country" category of the Telegraph Travel Awards 2014, the world’s biggest reader travel awards

New luxury hotel openings

Our guide to the latest hotel and resort openings around the world

The Price Gouge You Won’t See Coming

Say you eat at a certain "trendy" restaurant once a year. Last year, you had to wait 45 minutes in line for a table. But this year, you see no line at the door, and the headwaiter escorts you right to the one unoccupied table. And when the waiter hands you a tablet instead of the traditional paper menu, the prices are double what they were last year. Welcome to the emerging world of dynamic pricing

Top 10 European Tourist Traps

I love Europe, but my responsibility as a travel writer is not to just rave about everything, but to help overwhelmed travelers sort through the superlatives and smartly allocate their limited vacation time. So here.in no particular order.are my top 10 tourist traps

Destinations to Watch in 2015

With nearly 200 countries in the world, choosing your next destination is no small task. Luckily, some cities and countries are setting themselves apart in 2015

St Moritz: A Rolls-Royce of a ski town

Summer-loving British tourists first went to this mountain village in winter as a dare 150 years ago

Royal Caribbean Shuffles Executives

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. named Michael Bayley president and CEO of Royal Caribbean International and replaced him as president and CEO at Celebrity Cruises with Lisa Lutoff-Perlo, formerly executive vice president, operations at RCI

Love bear watching? This Alaska cruise is for you

If your Alaska cruise isn’t complete without a bear sighting, a new cruise for 2015 is custom made for you

Ask the Captain: Is a Gulfstream smoother than a big jet?

What gives you a smoother ride, a business jet like a Gulfstream/Learjet or a larger passenger jet?

Allegiant to end all but two Hawaii routes

Allegiant Air is ending flights between Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport and Honolulu

Marriott debuts hotel brand for Millennials

At the new AC Hotel New Orleans Bourbon, the guestroom closet has no door and the traditional business center is gone

In Tuscany, Following the Rise and Fall of Machiavelli

Five centuries after "The Prince" was written, visiting spots in and around Florence that track the arc of Machiavelli’s life

10 Must-Have Travel Clothes and Accessories for Winter Trips

Whether you’re traveling north, hitting the slopes, or planning a staycation this winter, the right gear can make or break your trip

St Anton has best-rated ski resort hotels

Customer reviews reveal which ski resorts have the most highly-rated hotels, with St Anton in Austria leading the way

Gift guide 2014: Gifts for the budget traveller

From a bed in a bag to anti-pickpocket undies, we.ve picked five perfect presents for the value-minded backpacker this holiday season

48 hours in Singapore

Get a taste for this multi-cultural city-state through its delectable food scene

The Beaumont, London: Room service

A capital idea, this Manhattan transfer

Around the world in 20 iconic meals

Dishes such as pizza and hot dogs are now global, so where can you still sample them at their authentic best?

10 spectacular light shows around the world

The holidays have a unique magic, which cities around the world celebrate with light shows ranging from simply pretty to spectacular

Former Disney Cruises President Appointed Head of Virgin Cruises

The Virgin Group has appointed a former Disney Cruise Line President as the Chief Executive of Virgin Cruises

Celebrity to Build Two New Cruise Ships

Celebrity Cruises will build two new 2,900-passenger ships, according to a statement released by the line late Thursday

Win for travelers: Congress caps airline-ticket TSA fees

Security fees on airline tickets will be capped at $11.20 per round-trip under legislation the Senate cleared unanimously Thursday for President Obama’s signature

Finnair buys 8 more Airbus A350s in deal worth $2.3 billion

Finnair announced on Wednesday that it will buy eight additional Airbus A350-900 jets from the European jetmaker

Opening the Gate to a Vibrant Main Street in Greenville, S.C.

Falls Park became a spark for a pedestrian-friendly city center when it opened in 2004

36 Hours in Phnom Penh

Tranquil pagodas, thriving markets and a new wave of sleek bar options await visitors to the Cambodian capital

Truffles and Barolo in Piedmont, the Frugal Way

A trip to the source, in northwest Italy, can turn the pricey specialties into affordable treats

December’s best new hotels

A round up of this month’s hottest new hotel openings

’Grand Canyon? It’s nothing special’ - the world’s grumpiest travellers

Here are a few of the funniest one-star Tripadvisor reviews for the world’s greatest attractions - because some people are impossible to please

Barcelona: what to do and see in winter

Sally Davies, our Barcelona expert, offers a guide to the best things to see and do in the city this winter

The best and worst airlines for delivering bags to the carousel

Gatwick Airport has rated the best and worst airlines when it comes to delivering luggage on time - and the results might surprise you

Seven Gadgets You Should Never Use on a Plane

There are some things you just shouldn’t bring on a plane: smelly cheese, inappropriate clothing, etc. But gadgets that annoy, intrude upon others, or foster in-flight conflict are at the very top of the list

Five of the best mountain railway journeys

Enjoy spectacular scenery on the world’s most dramatic climbs

The ultimate adventure travel bucket list

Getting to the chinstrap penguin colony along the Antarctic Peninsula isn’t for the fainthearted

World’s first Airbus A350 delivery set for Dec. 13

The world’s first delivery of an Airbus A350 will take place on Dec. 13, launch customer Qatar Airways announced Thursday morning

Sir Richard Branson to enter cruise business

British entrepreneur Sir Richard Branson will enter the cruise business, promising to shake up the status quo with a fresh approach to the multi-billion dollar business

Exclusive: First look at luxury line Regent’s new ship

Billed as the most luxurious cruise vessel of the modern era, the 738-passenger Seven Seas Explorer is under construction at a shipyard in Genoa, Italy

Next up for Yotel: micro hotels in San Francisco, Miami and Brooklyn

Micro-hotel brand Yotel plans a global expansion that includes bringing its newest capsule-type accommodations to San Francisco, Brooklyn and Miami

Restaurant Report: Nico Osteria in Chicago

The food sparkles at this Gold Coast project by Paul Kahan, one of Chicago’s most versatile restaurateurs

Familiar Places, Seen Anew on a Tour

Here’s why taking a tour of a destination you’ve been to several times just might make sense

The world’s greatest attractions - reinvented

Here we look at great attractions around the world that have been updated for the 21st Century

A weekend break in… Havana

A guide to short breaks in Havana, Cuba, including the best things to see and do, plus recommended hotels, bars and restaurants

Baqueira Beret, Spain: is this the world’s best ski resort?

Seasoned skier Peter Hardy has travelled far and wide to find his winter Eldorado: Baqueira Beret in Spain

Gift guide 2014: Gifts for the luxury traveller

Splash out on the glamorous globetrotter in your life with these five ideas, including an around-the-world private jet tour and designer luggage with a technical twist

10 Best Beach Towns in Florida

With an abundance of charming getaways dotting both its Gulf and Atlantic sides, the Florida seashore just might be the perfect escape from the busy city

Will the U.S. Ban Carry-on Bags for Christmas Travel?

Counterterrorism officials are talking about banning carry-on luggage on flights around Christmastime ahead of terrorism concerns, NPR reports

TSA seizes record number of firearms

Before you fly this holiday season, don’t forget to remove your gun from your carry-on bag

7 of the world’s most beautiful lakeside lodges

As far as bodies of water go, lakes are easily the most overlooked

Engine Failure Forces Cruise Ship to Cancel Antarctica Cruise

G Adventures has canceled an Antarctica cruise after an engine failed on its expedition cruise ship

Feeling 22? See the best cruises for Millennials

Cruise lines have their eyes clearly set on Millennials, roughly described as young adults in their 20s and early 30s

Six stunning English manor hotels

With four seasons under its belt, and a fifth now airing in the U.K. and Ireland, Downton Abbey has been inspiring dreams of refined, aristocratic lives of leisure for years now

The Cinque Terre on a Budget

In this coastal corner of Italy, you can lounge on the beach, take in dazzling views and even indulge in a seafood splurge — all on a frugal budget

The Cinque Terre on a Budget

In this coastal corner of Italy, you can lounge on the beach, take in dazzling views and even indulge in a seafood splurge — all on a frugal budget

Phuket tourists told to bring own beach umbrellas

Tourists in Phuket have been told to bring their own umbrellas to the beach amid confusion about new laws at the weekend

Mexico’s ancient drink makes a comeback

An ancestor of tequila that’s at least 2,000-year-old, pulque is enjoying renewed popularity – despite the warnings that accompany it

China’s game-changing taxi-hailing app

Beijing stands as one of the world’s most populated cities, with over 21 million people residing in the Chinese capital. Inevitably, this has put huge pressure on transport structures in the city

5 Reasons Airbnb Is Better Than a Hotel

I’m by no means a hotel snob. Give me a fair rate, a clean room and a comfortable bed, and I’m happy; throw in free breakfast (no matter how basic) and free Wi-Fi, and I’m over the moon

The Netherlands city that’s got our attention

Rotterdam’s new Markthal is attracting a lot of attention, judging by the million visitors who stopped by in its opening weeks

Executive Changes Continue at Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.

The executive shuffle continues at Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd., which announced Monday the appointment of Jason Montague as president and COO of Prestige Cruise Holdings, Inc

Fes: The sights and smells of old Morocco

Traditional crafts still thrive in a medieval setting, but make time to explore the city’s modern side too

Pickwell Manor, Devon: Stay the night

These holiday apartments bask in a listed manor house that drips with history – some of it bloody

The world’s best food markets

For a real taste of a city, it’s often best to head to the local food market

Holland America begins taking bookings for new ship

Holland America today began taking bookings for its first new ship since 2010

Airline fees: A holiday traveler’s guide

A multitude of service fees were introduced this year, underscoring the airline industry’s continuing fee frenzy, 6.5 years after it began with charges for checked bags

How to give back by eating and drinking

What better way to do good and give back than by purchasing food or beverages that bring people together?

36 Hours in Santa Fe

Winter offers a slower, less crowded Santa Fe experience, leaving time for visitors to savor culture, a cocktail or a green-chile cheeseburger

Restaurant Report: La Parada in Cape Town

Despite inconsistent food, La Parada is the buzziest restaurant on Cape Town’s buzziest street

Hotel Review: D.O.M. Hotel in Rome

This boutique property, opened late last year, offers a superb location and a good value for a five-star hotel

BA launches combined rail and air ticket

British Airways has agreed a partnership with rail operators to make international trips easier for holidaymakers in Wales and the South West of England

10 reasons to travel in December

From the Antarctic to the Caribbean, here are the best reasons to travel this month

10 Surprisingly Useful Travel Gadgets for Under $20

These useful and inexpensive travel products help solve many of the most inconvenient aspects of traveling

Royal Palm Marrakech: Room service

Moroccan luxury on on the most epic scale

48 hours in Maastricht

From this weekend, a Christmas market brings extra conviviality to this compact and surprising city in the southern Netherlands

10 Best Iceland Experiences

celand is a natural wonder -- and it’s less remote than you might think. Check out the 10 best experiences from fresh-baked bread to fermented shark

Seabourn Confirms Second Ultra-Luxury Ship

Seabourn confirmed today a second new-build ship will join the fleet in spring 2018

Western Australia Port Welcomes its First Cruise Ship

Princess Cruises’ Diamond Princess has become the first cruise ship to visit Busselton on the south-west coast of Australia. With a population of around 15,000, the regional city welcomed 2,580 passengers to its historic jetty, the longest wooden structure in the Southern Hemisphere

Is this B.C.’s best heli-skiing experience?

Christian Bégin is leading a gaggle of heli-skiers through a forest in British Columbia’s Coast Mountains

Fliers tell of mile-long security line in Chicago on Sunday

Flight delays and cancellations are usually the top fear for holiday travelers

PHOTO TOUR: Aria Resort & Casino

Experience Las Vegas is featuring in-depth photo tours of the city’s world-famous hotels and casino resorts this year

Stockholm’s stunning rooftop tour

The best way to get a sense of the Swedish capital’s island landscape isn’t from the sea. It’s from the air — 43m in the air, to be exact

Tips for Introverted Travelers

What’s it like to be a traveling introvert in an extroverted world? We offer some simple tactics to help assuage your introverted tendencies

Kielder Forest: Walk of the month

You’ll find sleepy villages, vast stretches of moorland and - weather permitting - starry skies

Jericho, Somerset: B&B and beyond

This converted farmhouse is perfect for exploring the local art scene … if you can bring yourself to leave

Venice officials deny ban on wheeled suitcases

Don’t throw out your roller bag just yet. Officials in the Italian city of Venice are denying a reported ban on wheeled luggage, saying they won’t impose large fines on tourists using them

Classy, chic and steps from the Champs-Élysées: the Paris hotel you need to book

Deciding where to stay in Paris is as fun as it is fraught — do I splurge and stay in the 1st or 2nd arrondissements, or go for the gritty and chic northeastern neighbourhoods?

Exploring Grand Bahama (if you can ever leave the beach)

Grand Bahama, one of the hundreds of islands that make up this archipelago in the Atlantic, is essentially a giant piece of coral. Which could be a problem for a kitchen dependent on freshly grown produce

Asia cruise passenger numbers to exceed 2 million

Australia and New Zealand are on track to be overtaken as the world’s fastest growing cruise markets, as staggering new statistics are released about Asia, particularly China

11 Best Australia Experiences

If distance makes the heart grow fonder, it’s no wonder that Australia is a mainstay on most travel bucket lists

Royal Caribbean to say goodbye to Majesty of the Seas

Call it the end of an era at Royal Caribbean. The 22-ship company today announced that the last of its three Sovereign class vessels, Majesty of the Seas, will leave the fleet in 2016

Holiday travel: Few flight problems Tuesday, but trouble looms

More airlines began waiving change fees for pre-Thanksgiving flights as a winter storm moved toward the Northeast

U.S., Mexico to end limits on transborder airline routes

It will soon be easier for U.S. and Mexican carriers to add new routes between the nations

Five myths about hotel housekeeping

The housekeeper’s job must be most thankless job at any hotel. Housekeepers perform the most physically demanding work, cleaning an average of 10 to 14 rooms a day, yet are often invisible to the typical guest

In Berlin, Still Partying in the Ruins

An aspect of reunification — the emergence of techno and a do-it-yourself club scene — has endured as a cornerstone of the city’s identity

What I Discovered by Visiting Every Disney Park

From Tokyo to Paris, California to Hong Kong, I hit all 13 stops on that magical circuit. Here’s what I saw and learned along the way

Christmas events in Britain

From advent trails and winter festivals to Christmas shows and ice rinks, see our guide to celebrating the 2014 festive season in London and beyond

Queensland’s hideaway hotels and lavish retreats

From Hayman Island resort to Crystalbrook lodge and Bedarra, a swathe of luxury hotels is bringing new levels of comfort to the wilds of Queensland

Russian tourist fined £15,800 for carving initial on the Colosseum

Hefty fine handed to Russian tourist after the fifth case of vandalism at the Colosseum in Rome this year

Seven Ways Your Smartphone Can Improve Holiday Travel

Tis the season … for traffic snarls and flight delays. When it comes to holiday travel, your smartphone is your secret weapon, whether it’s keeping you in touch with loved ones or updating you on snowy weather

Top Five Off-Peak Destinations for Winter 2014/2015

Don’t let fear of cold weather cloud your vision of the perfect winter vacation. Low-season trips to spots where winter weather reigns are where it’s at, for many reasons

Karnataka, India: A big city that’s finally making a name for itself

Bordered by tourist hotspots Goa and Kerala, Karnataka state is often overlooked — but all that’s starting to change

The Ludlow, New York: Room Service

A hip addition to Manhattan’s hottest hood

You’re flying with NASA and you don’t even know it

You know those little "winglets" that point up from the tips of airliner wings? Those were developed by NASA. And, you know those little grooves in runways that channel away standing water? NASA again. America’s space agency isn’t just about space

The European city you haven’t thought of visiting

If you want to know more about the man who inspired the next wave of automobiles, you’ll have to visit the Serbian capital. What I discovered on my visit, however, is that Belgrade itself is the real revelation

American Airlines’ Envoy subsidiary to lose planes, jobs

American Airlines said Friday that it will transfer at least 50 planes away from its Envoy Air unit, leading to more job losses at Envoy

10Best: Caribbean getaway cruises

The quintessential Caribbean cruise experience comes with sunshine, soft sand, palm trees, icy drinks and clear blue water. This vacation also includes time on some of the most exciting ships sailing the seven seas

Give us bigger seats! Fatter profits might follow

One of the most troubling travel stories of 2014 was a report that airlines are considering a new class of service — and I use the term "class" loosely — called economy "minus"

Cruise News Shorts: Norwegian Completes Prestige Purchase, Crystal Welcomes Piano Man & More Cruise News

Every week we catch wind of so much cruise news, we don’t always know what to do with it all, but a few standout bits sometimes catch our attention. Here are some interesting snippets we think you might like to know about

Tips for Traveling While Pregnant

A doctor shares advice on precautions to take before the trip and what to do on the plane

Hotel Review: Radisson Blu Warwick Hotel, Philadelphia

This refurbished property inside a landmark building is situated in the center of the city, close to a number of top attractions

Kate Humble: ’I’m horrified by the power of TripAdvisor’

After a couple were fined by a hotel over a bad online review, the broadcaster and writer explains why she avoids websites like TripAdvisor

A journey deep inside Spain’s temple of cave art

Walk — and crawl — through El Castillo cave to see the 40,000-year-old painting that has scientists questioning the origins of human creativity

12 Best China Experiences

China is a massive undertaking for any traveler, but we offer you a dozen of the best China experiences that go beyond the Great Wall and into the homes of Tibetans and the arms of pandas

6 reasons to love Atlanta

Get away from that street named Peachtree (or one of the dozens of other streets we named Peachtree for your convenience), and there’s a city with a lot more to offer

Zurich hotels

Panoramic views, cinema themes, and celebrity favourites

48 hours in Hanoi

Vietnam’s bustling capital charms with great food, fine architecture and surprisingly serene green space

Underwater bedroom over a coral reef: you haven’t seen a hotel room like this

The Tanzanian Manta resort, which also offers land-based accommodation, ranging from luxury seafront villas to rustic garden rooms, now features an Underwater Room

From motmots to tomtits: discover the world’s best birdwatching

Lillian Stokes — with husband, Don — writes popular birdwatching books, including the new Stokes Essential Pocket Guide to the Birds of North America

Royal Caribbean to Transfer Ship to Spanish Cruise Line

Fans of Royal Caribbean’s 14-year-old Majesty of the Seas have slightly less than a year and a half left to enjoy the ship before the line transfers it to Spanish cruise line Pullmantur

AirAsia to launch Southeast Asian air pass

Budget carrier AirAsia said Thursday it will launch a regional air pass next year to increase revenue and boost tourism in Southeast Asia, taking competition in low-cost air travel to a more intense level

JetBlue founder’s Brazil airline now selling U.S. flights

Brazilian carrier Azul is now selling seats for its first flights to the United States

Next Holland America ship to call Mediterranean home

Holland America’s next ship will call the Mediterranean home, at least initially

36 Hours in Seattle

Shake off the charcoal skies and wet weather to discover colorful art, a vibrant food scene, sweeping views and more during a weekend in the Emerald City

Shopping and Eating Amid History in Richmond, Va.

For years, Church Hill has been a neighborhood to avoid after dark. But these days, the 18th-century enclave has some of the city’s most appealing shops and dining spots

Five ways to sightsee by helicopter

More than just a mode of transport, travelling by chopper can take you to places away from the crowds

How inspiring is a budget hotel?

Artists have been asked to create "dream-inspired art" - after spending a night in an ibis hotel bed

The best hotels in Paris

Our expert’s favourite hotels in Paris, including options for budget, mid-range and luxury travellers

Holland America to Debut New Ship in Mediterranean

When Holland America Line’s newest ship, Koningsdam, debuts in February 2016 it will do so in the Mediterranean with a series of 12-night cruises

Best in Cruise Travel: Cruise Critic Names 2014 U.S. Editors’ Picks Winners

The votes have been tallied, the statuettes polished, as once again Cruise Critic showcases the best of the best in cruise travel with Cruise Critic’s 7th Annual Editors’ Picks Awards

Reports: Delta spurns Boeing, picks Airbus for 50-jet order

Delta will go with Airbus in deal for 50 wide-body jets that would be worth more than $14 billion at list prices, according to multiple reports

Report: Airbus to deliver first A350 in mid-December

Airbus appears set to deliver the first Airbus A350 to launch customer Qatar Airways in mid-December, according to Dubai-based Gulf News

St Lucia: Time to get active

The BodyHoliday LeSport resort uses St Lucias natural assets to encourage guests to get physical

Grassroots Volunteering: A Guide To Global Good On The Road

Ethical travel, particularly relating to voluntourism, has become a hot topic recently. It’s an important subject, but it can be a bit difficult to differentiate the good from the bad when it comes to travel and volunteering abroad

Winter sports cover could leave you out in the cold

Research has revealed some surprising restrictions on travel insurance policies

Illuminate SF shines a light on San Francisco’s glowing artworks

The Illuminate SF Light Art Festival returns this month with 16 sculptures around San Francisco that glow with extraordinary energy

Restaurant Report: The Lost Kitchen in Freedom, Me.

The menu at this small-town spot changes daily and reflects the freshest ingredients from the surrounding area

A weekend break in… Melbourne

A guide to short breaks in Melbourne, including the best bars, restaurants hotels and things to do. By Christian Bonetto

Chiltern Firehouse hotel, Marylebone, London: review

Chiltern Firehouse is a Marylebone hotel offering charmingly retro interiors, polished service, excellent breakfasts and a Nuno Mendes restaurant popular with the likes of Cara Delevingne, Kate Moss, David Beckham and Kylie Minogue

Christmas Markets: Europe and Beyond

Tired of stale store-bought Santa cookies and inflatable elves? Need a good old-fashioned dose of Christmas days of yore? Then head to a traditional Christmas market for a taste of Christmas yesteryear

The last unexplored side of the Serengeti

Eastern Serengeti’s Soit Le Motonyi region, re-opened after a 20-year hiatus, is unspoiled, undriven, unphotographed and most definitely unpeopled

48 hours in Casablanca

Forget the usual suspects for a Moroccan break — instead plan a visit to the nation’s biggest city

Day two: Buffalo flight schedule takes hit from lake snows

Flight cancellations piled up for a second day in a row at Buffalo/Niagara International Airport as record-setting snow pummeled parts of western New York

Coziest cabins from coast to coast

Now that the wind has picked up that wintry chill and the days have gotten shorter, cozy cabins -- nestled among the country’s most gorgeous mountains and alongside picturesque lakes -- beckon

Coming soon on JetBlue: Bag fees, more seats

Wall Street is finally getting its way with JetBlue

New giant cruise ship begins sailings from New York

It’s a big day for cruise fans as the most anticipated new ship of the decade begins regular sailings from the New York area

11 luxury safari accessories

Heading off to spot the Big Five? Sometimes the hunting begins long before the trip, with the search for perfect safari accessories

River Cruise Lines Cancel, Cut Back Operations in Russia in 2015

APT Tours and AmaWaterways will both suspend operations in Russia in 2015 entirely

Seven Simple Hacks to Make Your Trip Better

These seven simple tech hacks will help narrow down what devices to pack and what to leave plugged in at home

A Guide to Tokyo, From an Outsider (and Insider)

The author, who once lived in Tokyo, shares some of her favorite spots, as well as her struggles with alienation in the city

Going to the Source: Tasting Italian Delicacies Where They’re Made

Some dishes and ingredients we think of as quintessentially Italian: prosciutto, tortellini, and Parmigiano-Reggiano, to name a few

Exploring Switzerland’s green legacy — on foot

One hundred years after the creation of the country’s first — and only — national park, Switzerland’s conservation efforts are anything but idle

9 Things You Should Know Before Booking Your Next Cruise

With meals, entertainment and accommodations wrapped into one reasonable rate, cruising offers a convenient and affordable vacation option

A trip back in time at Guédelon Castle

Guédelon, built using strictly medieval methods, features on BBC Two’s Secrets of the Castle tonight. Olly Grant steps inside

Could pod seats be the future of air travel?

Concept plane cabin design would see air travellers sit stacked on top of one another inside individual pods

Ski chalet holidays in Austria threatened by new wage rules

With snow falling and the official start of the European ski season a fortnight away, the future of traditional chalet holidays in Austria has been thrown into jeopardy

Christmas shopping in London: the best hotels

Thinking of buying those Christmas presents in London? Then you’ll want a good hotel. Our experts offer advice

Hotel Heliopic, France

The newest hotel in this popular French resort comes with all the trimmings and welcomes all ages

Half work, half vacation: Meet the ’work-cation’

Feel like getting away? Don’t want to use a vacation day? Just combine work and vacation

Top 10 Undiscovered Destinations

Check out our 10 favorite undiscovered gems around the world

Warm up: Beautiful hotel fireplaces around the USA

Is there any better way to warm up after a cold fall or winter’s day than fireside with a mug of hot cocoa, a hot toddy, or your favorite cocktail? Here’s a look at some magnificent fireplaces found throughout the USA

Take a tour of Hilton’s 20 Historic Hotels

Hilton Hotels and Resorts can now count 20 of its hotels as Historic Hotels of America

Five airline fees worth paying for the holidays

You pay more than enough for airfare, blowing it up with optional fees is crazy, right? Except during the holidays

Broadway musical ’Priscilla’ heading to cruise ship

Another Broadway musical is heading to a cruise ship

Tanzania’s Maasai battle game hunters for grazing land

For centuries, the sprawling savannah in the Arusha region of the East African nation was home to the Maasai people, but these days it can feel more like Dubai, one of the states that make up the UAE. That is because this chunk of land in Arusha’s Loliondo area near the Serengeti National Park has been leased to an Emirati hunting company called the Ortello Business Corporation

Texas, 3 Ways

Exploring an Asia Town in Houston, a green space in Dallas and a border neighborhood in El Paso

In Ethiopia’s Capital, a Resurgent Jazz Scene

Several venues featuring different jazz styles have sprung up in Addis Ababa in recent years, more than two decades after an evening curfew was lifted

What should I drink in your country?

Every culture has at least one unique libation that visitors must try

Would you prefer extra holiday allowance or a pay rise?

One in three Britons would prefer extra holiday time to a pay rise, research has shown

Greek tourism video features Australia’s Twelve Apostles

Visit Greece defends use of Australian landmark in latest promotional video

The world’s best ski runs

In an extract from his new book detailing the world’s 50 greatest ski runs, Patrick Thorne picks his top pistes for extreme adventure and striking scenery

Strawberry Hill, Jamaica: Room service

A fresh take on Jamaica

Norovirus sickens more than 170 on cruise ship

The latest norovirus outbreak aboard the Princess Cruises’ Crown Princess has infected 172 people, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Flooding Grounds River Cruises in Southern France

High water and flooding on the Rhone and Saone rivers is grounding several river cruises in southern France

Lufthansa looks to make bigger mark on U.S. market

Lufthansa will turn to its bigger "flagship" planes and upgraded economy service as it looks to strengthen its position in the United States in the year ahead

Passengers can pay with miles at Newark airport

You’re probably used to cashing in your frequent-flier miles for a free flight. But how about using them at the airport to buy a steak dinner, a neck pillow or perhaps a glass of wine?

Boonville a wine town with rustic charm

Boonville, at the beginning of the Anderson Valley appellation (the wine-growing region that stretches along California Highway 128) sometimes feels like a place beyond the frontier

Actress Kristin Chenoweth christens giant cruise ship

The most anticipated new cruise ship of the year, Royal Caribbean’s Quantum of the Seas, officially was named today in an upbeat ceremony in the New York area

World’s tallest Holiday Inn debuts in Manhattan

New York is a city of superlatives, a place that seems to have the biggest, brightest, boldest of just about anything

36 Hours in Dublin

Bike along the Liffey River, peel back layers of Ireland’s history, dig into a booming culinary scene and, sure, go for a Guinness during a weekend in the Irish capital

Travel apps that don’t use data roaming

What are the best travel apps that can be used offline to avoid building up data-roaming charges abroad?

11 amazing sculptures around the world

The courtyard at the Great Sphinx of Giza is to reopen following a four-year restoration, it was announced this week. To mark the news, here are 11 more amazing sculptures

Airline offers stays on converted plane

The ultimate break for aviation enthusiasts? KLM is offering a night on board a plane in Amsterdam through the Airbnb website

A weekend break in… Birmingham

A guide to short breaks in Birmingham, including the best things to see and do, plus recommended bars and restaurants

Rick Steves: When to Splurge in Europe Rick Steves: When to Splurge in Europe

While I still hold that "you experience more by spending less," over the years I’ve realized that you can also justify splurges as good values when you consider the experience gained and the time saved

Why I’m a Eurostar sceptic

Its first journey 20 years ago should have signalled the start of a golden era of train travel. But in spite of advances, there’s still more work to be done if Eurostar is to compete with the low-cost airlines

Casa Nuestra, Peru: B&B and beyond

This colourful bolthole is in the capital’s seaside suburbs, where past glories are being restored

Rome Essentials: What to See, Where to Eat

Rome is a living museum with amazing architecture and inspiring ancient sites. Customize an unforgettable experience with our guide to Rome

Dubai: Ovenight tour includes breakfast with a Bedouin

Visitors to Dubai in need of a respite from the soaring high-rises and gilded shopping malls can head to the desert on an overnight trip designed to show the emirate as it was 50 years ago

Royal Caribbean to Roll Out Limited Elements of Quantum of the Seas to Fleet

Fans of Quantum of the Seas’ most popular features will have to wait for more new ships to launch to see them on other ships because of the technology involved

Holland America Releases Video Rendering of New Cruise Ship

After much anticipation, Holland America Line has unveiled a video rendering of its new ship, Koningsdam

Lufthansa brings new high-density widebody layout to Tampa

Lufthansa will make Tampa its newest U.S. destination, launching nonstop flights to Frankfurt next fall

How to avoid booking a bad hotel

It has probably happened to everyone at least once: That charming B&B or upscale hotel turns out to be not quite as advertised when you see it in person

Restaurant Report: BackYard Bia Hoi in Hanoi

Opened in March, this spot offers an elegant spin on the "bia hoi," a roadside restaurant where locals drink beer and eat snacks on plastic stools

Hotel Review: Amoy Hotel in Singapore

This year-old boutique property offers a charming — and calming — experience in the center of the financial district

London’s most romantic things to do

London is a huge, bustling, crowded city - yet there are a surprising range of things to do for the romantically inclined

Heritage sites ’make you happy’

Visiting heritage sites makes you happier than playing sport or viewing art, according to a new report

Titanic Hotel, Stanley Dock, Liverpool: review

Titanic Hotel is a Liverpool hotel offering a warm welcome, spacious rooms, excellent dining and a bar stocking 60 varieties of rum, in the heart of the city’s Stanley Dock

Detroit: Why You Need to Go Now

Currently undergoing a major transformation, Detroit is the little big city that has the drive to be the next comeback kid

The accidental pilgrims in Japan

If Australia is painted in broad brushstrokes, Japan is an elaborately stitched embroidery

Japan’s ryokan revolution makes room for luxury and tradition at the inn

Essentially developed as luxury B&Bs for journeying samurai in the 17th century, ryokan are as good a reason to visit the country as the temples and the cherry blossom

Celebrity Cruise Ship Delayed by Atlantic Storm

A Celebrity Eclipse transatlantic crossing is being diverted because of a storm forecast to hit the mid-Atlantic today

Cunard & P&O Cruises Cancel All Black Sea Ports in 2015

P&O Cruises and Cunard have cancelled all Black Sea port visits in 2015 citing safety and security concerns

Boston Logan lands another international carrier: El Al

Boston Logan International Airport has landed another high-profile international route

Southwest tabs Puerto Vallarta as fourth Mexico destination

Southwest Airlines intends to make Puerto Vallarta its fourth destination in Mexico

Is it worth hitting Canada’s ski resorts in the off-season?

The ray-warmed days of summer are long gone while the promise of sparkling snow seems forever distant at resorts at this time of year

Every Important U.S. Airport, Ranked by Its Food and Drink

In an effort to help you best sort out what to eat during a layover, allow us to present our ranking of every single meaningful American airport’s food and drink

10 Iconic American Public-Transit Rides

Certain public-transit rides offer a lot more than plain conveyance. Great scenery, technological innovation, and historical significance await on ferries and funiculars around the U.S

Berlin: A stroll along one of history’s great timelines

Berlin is celebrating 25 years since the fall of the Wall that divided it for a generation. William Cook explores a city destroyed by war, riven by politics, and now united

The world’s best bars, spas, baths and bedrooms

Thousands of votes were cast in the second annual Mr & Mrs Smith Hotel Awards

48 hours in Barcelona

Catalan identity is more evident than ever in the region’s beautiful capital, as Simon Calder discovers

Top 10 Reasons to Travel by Train

Trains have long been a popular mode of transportation, and we give you 10 reasons why rail is the way to go

10Best: Military museums that bring battles to life

Despite their dramatic topic, military museums used to be dry stuffy collections, mainly appealing to soldiers and scholars

Outrageous Hawaii: 10 amazing shore excursions

Cruises to the Hawaiian Islands bring you to stunning beaches, tropical forests and volcanic peaks. There’s opportunity to pay tribute to Pearl Harbor servicemen, visit a coffee plantation, see humpback whales and experience a traditional luau

How To Get Money Back For Delayed Flights In Europe

If you’ve ever had your travel plans disrupted by a flight delayed by three hours or more, you know just how much of a headache it causes

Grand Canyon, other national parks could cost more

Grand Canyon National Park wants to increase its entrance fees, and several other national parks may do the same

Airlines are giving N.Y. airports much-needed makeovers

On Wednesday, JetBlue passengers will get their first glimpse of the carrier’s new international arrivals concourse at New York’s JFK airport

Thomson Cruises Launches Round-Cuba Cruise

Thomson Cruises has a revolutionary itinerary for winter 2015 with a new cruise around Cuba that goes to Santiago de Cuba and Holguin for the first time

Six Las Vegas Strip hotels raise their resort fees

Resort fees, the sometimes hidden charges that hotels tack on to cover conveniences from phone calls to Wi-Fi, increased Monday at six hotels on the Las Vegas Strip

Seeing the Whole of Antigua

Thousands of visitors are drawn to this island for its beaches and resorts, but a more complicated story awaits those willing to dig a little deeper

A Mosquito-Borne Virus Sweeps the Caribbean

Chikungunya, which causes fever and muscle pain, has spread across the region this year. Here are tips for travelers

Berlin Wall art comes to London

The Berlin Wall’s most famous artist has been working on new artwork this week in one of London’s plushest squares

EasyJet to launch flights to Essaouira

Trips to the laid-back Moroccan port favoured by Jimi Hendrix will be an easier proposition from May

November’s hottest hotel openings

From Berlin to Beijing, our guide to this month’s hottest hotel openings

Travel Back in Time to These Amazing Ancient Cities

The world’s oldest cities are once-in-a-lifetime destinations, places that effortlessly inspire awe and put you in the shoes of a time traveler

The world’s best hotel restaurants in 2014

Hotel restaurants have long had a reputation for offering over-priced, unremarkable meals, frequented only by guests too tired or unadventurous to brave the streets of a new city in search of anything better

Five myths about the TSA

Few government agencies seem to inspire as much rancor as the Transportation Security Administration

Walking wonderlands: The Caribbean’s most scenic hikes

That first glimpse of a Caribbean island as you approach from the air is exhilarating. The stunning view has been known to cause a few travelers to inappropriately leaning over a seat mate, straining to glimpse the lay of the land

New giant cruise ship arrives in New York

The most anticipated new cruise ship of the year, Royal Caribbean’s Quantum of the Seas, today arrived in New York — its home for the next six months

Time to end the airline seat-switching games

Musical chairs: this isn’t a new airline game, but they seem to be playing it more frequently

Living Like a Local - The Guesthouse Hotel in Chicago

The Guesthouse Hotel is a gem in the north part of Chicago, situated just south of the trendy Andersonville neighborhood’s shopping district

Costa Cruises Creates Tour Division

Costa Cruises and Central Holidays have partnered to form a new tour company, Costa Cruise Tours. Offerings include a variety of air, land and cruise packages to destinations throughout Europe

Culebra, a Quiet Corner of the Caribbean

On a visit to this low-key island near Puerto Rico, you could find yourself sharing a spectacular beach with a few people, or with no one at all

8 Distinctive Caribbean Inns for a Range of Budgets

A survey of new and improved lodging options from Mexico to Puerto Rico, Saba to St. Kitts

Plane hits buffalo during take-off

SpiceJet warns of the "growing menace" of stray animals folllowing incident

The world’s best ski chalets

With butlers on standby and spas in the basement, these are this season’s best chalets

11 things travellers are tired of hearing

Here are a few of the conversations British travellers would rather not have

Christmas shopping in London: where to go and what to buy

With so much choice for Christmas shoppers in London, it makes sense to stick to one area where you should find all you need

The 25th Anniversary of the Fall of the Berlin Wall

November 9th marks a very historic date in Berlin—this year, it is the 25th anniversary of the Fall of the Berlin Wall, which happened on the same date in 1989. To commemorate this event, the city is hosting many events in memorial

Do ’Unhappy’ American Flyers Even Know Why They’re Unhappy?

"Americans Are Officially the Unhappiest Air Travelers on Earth." That’s a headline on a travel website, referring to a survey report recently posted by SITA, an airline-owned specialist in information technology in transport

Costa Cruises Christens New Flagship Costa Diadema

Costa Cruises today launched its new flagship vessel Costa Diadema at a naming ceremony in Genoa, Italy

Switzerland in winter

It all started in St Moritz 150 years ago, when curious tourists returned to the mountains ’out of season’ - now, it’s snow that steals the show

The Six Qualities of Highly Effective Travelers

Don’t speak four languages? Can’t read a map? Take heart. These six traits are more important for travel success

NYC secrets: Restaurants hidden from plain sight

The latest NYC secret we’re letting you in on? You’ve probably passed by some of the best restaurants, they’re just hidden from the naked eye

Bumper cars on a cruise ship? This one has them

Bumper cars on a cruise ship?

Reports: Ex-Ferrari boss to head Italy’s Alitalia airline

Alitalia will be led by the former chief of Ferrari, according to multiple reports this week

36 Hours in Tulum, Mexico

Change has come to tranquil Tulum, now with traffic and crowds, but the beach is still stunning and the water as clear as a fishbowl

London’s quirkiest cafes

With Britain’s first cereal-themed café to open in London, we round up other unusual options in the capital

’Customer-friendly’ Ryanair: one year on, what’s really changed?

More people are flying Ryanair than ever before. This week the low-cost airline reported that 8.5 million passengers flew with it in October – the seventh record-breaking month in a row - and there was a 32 per cent rise in half-year profits to keep shareholders happy

Andy Warhol: Five ways to find his art

With a major new exhibition opening, Nicola Trup pops out for more pop art

Top Ten things to do in Lisbon, Portugal

Mariners and markets in Lisbon, Portugal

Airline Fee Revenue To Hit Record $49.9B, Study Says

If you’re tired of feeling nickel and dimed by airlines, here’s some bad news: They’re getting better at it

Feel young again in ’Old Florida’

Does the idea of spending time in the Magic Kingdom with the Mickey Mouse gang leave you thinking "Oh, rats!"? Does the idea of spending time with the hot people of Miami’s trendy South Beach leave you cold? Well, don’t give up on Florida just yet

11 business hotels that prove executive travel doesn’t have to be boring

If you’ve checked into the wrong hotel, business trips can be tedious, if not exhausting

Five things to love about the new Quantum of the Seas

Like big ships that are chock full of activities? You’ll love Quantum of the Seas, the new floating mega-resort from Royal Caribbean

Airlines foresee 24.6M Thanksgiving passengers

More people will travel on U.S. airlines this Thanksgiving than last year, and carriers are tapping into record profits to make sure there’s enough room to meet the demand

Three Fred. Olsen Cruise Ships Set For Refurbishment

Three of Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ ships Black Watch, Braemar and Balmoral are going in for refurbishment work in November and December 2014

How to Fit it All in One Bag: Carry On Packing Tips

Now that most airlines charge for a checked bag, we have all been forced to get creative when packing our free, carry-on bags

Want a better trip? Pack these smartphone apps

Technology may create its fair share of challenges for travelers, but it can also remedy them

W Hotels to Return to Australia

W Hotels is planning a return to Australia. The Starwood brand plans to open a W Brisbane in Queensland in 2018, with a full line-up of luxury amenities

Are European Museum Passes Worth the Money?

The answer: It depends. That said, here are some things to consider if you’re visiting Amsterdam, Madrid, Florence or Paris

Verdun: the battle that unites France and Britain

Le Rosbif Writes: The dramatic First World War memorials at Verdun are a poignant reminder that France’s struggles are also our own

15 Awesome Travel Photographers You Should Be Following on Instagram

Instagram is one of our favorite social media channels for travel inspiration. We could spend hours getting lost in the millions of beautiful, evocative images that users post every day in destinations around the world

Quantum of the Seas: inside the world’s smartest cruise ship

Simon Usborne gets a preview of Royal Caribbean’s latest enormous vessel before her maiden voyage

West Bengal: tea plantations and Raj-era relics

On a mission to discover more about his Anglo-Indian roots, Ben Walsh delves into West Bengal

The Future of Travel

Welcome to the most exciting time in history to be a traveler. Technology is changing how we move from Point A to Point B

Watch out Orlando, Dubai wants to be the world’s biggest theme park destination

Robot dinosaurs, Lego men and Spider-Man — all could become Dubai’s newest residents as the city is set to house a slew of new theme parks

Borderland travel: The China that defies all stereotypes

For a year, journalist and author David Eimer traveled the edges of China exploring a side of the country that obliterates expectations

10Best: Unique ways to experience national parks

From unique modes of transportation, distinctive lodging options and unparalleled adventures, national parks across the USA offer visitors more than just hiking trails and points of interests

Love craft beers? This new cruise ship is for you

Craft beer fans, your ship finally has come in. Literally

Tale of the tape: Amtrak is more comfortable than airlines

Last week I traveled to Washington, D.C., to discuss the state of the airline industry in a public meeting at the U.S. Department of Transportation

Historic London hotel opens ’Harry Potter’ themed rooms

Spend the night in Hogwarts when you stay at the Georgian House Hotel’s Wizard Chambers

Coworth Park hotel, Ascot, Berkshire: review

Coworth Park, in Berkshire, is an Ascot hotel offering four-poster beds, an excellent spa, glorious grounds, and horse-riding lessons

London Develops a Peruvian Palate

A dozen or so high-profile Peruvian restaurants have emerged on the city’s dining scene, with more on the way

London’s best spas

The best hotel, health, beauty and day spas in London, all ideal choices for luxury pampering and effective treatments by skilled therapists

Quantum of the Seas: Patchy Wi-Fi and malfunctioning bionic bartenders

Teething problems affected Quantum of the Seas, the so-called "world’s first smartship", on a fleeting visit to Britain’s shores this weekend

Christmas in Switzerland a festive package of wintry delights

Nowhere does storybook Christmas better than Switzerland and the stage is taking shape

The most popular holiday destinations for winter

Whether it’s winter sun on the beach or frosted lakes and a Christmas market

Hotel Julien, Antwerp: B&B and Beyond

This converted mansion is well placed for exploring the Belgian port city, that’s if you can tear yourself away

Rival cruise ships go all out as they vie for new passengers

One has a viewing pod on a giant arm rotating 300ft above the sea. The other has a 308ft-long Union Jack painted on its bow

Restaurant Michelangelo in Rothenburg ob der Tauber

Right by the encircling walls of Germany’s fabled medieval village, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, we came upon one of the finest Italian restaurants we have found anywhere in Europe: Restaurant Michelangelo

Hotel Hotel Canberra: Stunning Architecture in Australia’s Capital

Hotel Hotel Canberra is a new modern hotel opened in Australia’s capital

Now kinder and gentler, Ryanair’s profit soars

Ryanair sharply raised its profit outlook on the back of surprisingly strong first-half profits, sending shares in Europe’s biggest budget airline to a record high

U.S. sues Southwest Airlines over maintenance issues

The federal government is suing Southwest Airlines Co. after failing to reach a settlement with the carrier over allegations that repairs to dozens of planes didn’t meet safety standards

Living large: New cruise ship’s swanky mega-suites

Want to see how the other half lives when sailing the world’s oceans?

Jordan Axani Offering Free Trip Around The World, But There’s A Catch

Jordan Axani’s round-the-world trip, planned long in advance with his girlfriend, hit a snag when they broke up. Rather than wasting the extra ticket, Axani turned to Reddit and Imgur in an effort to find a "Canadian named Elizabeth Gallagher" who can travel in his ex-girlfriend’s place

A questionable leak and “unbearable” stench force Virgin Australia plane landing

A Virgin Australia flight was forced to return to Los Angeles following a leak, but passengers have challenged the airline’s claim that it was merely aircraft sinks that were at fault

Deep in Vietnam, Exploring a Colossal Cave

For the adventurous who endure the trek to reach the giant Hang En cave, the rewards are otherworldly

Iran by rail: making tracks in Tehran

The arrival of the first private train from Europe to enter Iran underlines the country’s growing appeal to tourists

Back to Berlin, 25 years after the wall came down

Twenty-five years after reporting on the fall of the Berlin Wall, Adrian Bridge returns to reconnect with a city that, for all its faults, is possibly the coolest place on the planet

The Savoy Hotel Florence: Repubblica Suite review

The Savoy’s charming new Repubblica Suite offers what could well be the best views of any suite in Florence

12 Best Ireland Experiences

Many don’t realize, but Halloween has its origins in Ireland (Samhain, an annual Celtic festival). Find out what else there is to learn about the Emerald Isle with our 12 best Ireland experiences

6 of America’s most romantic small towns

For an otherwise entertaining movie, "Gone Girl" had kind of a downer message

Halloween horror cruise became ‘nightmare,’ passengers say; ship evacuated

A jolt shook the Bahamas Celebration cruise Friday night after the ship hit something at sea, forcing hundreds of costume-clad passengers to evacuate the ship after the vessel apparently lost power

5 amazing places in Iran you’ve never heard of

It might not be on everyone’s travel radar, but Iran has a well-worn tourist circuit, encompassing attractions in the ancient cities of Shiraz and Isfahan

Latest gee-whiz cruise ship attraction: Skydiving

Rock climbing walls, ice skating rinks, zip lines and now… skydiving simulators

5 phrases all travelers should purge forever

If you travel, you’re probably so used to hearing certain catchphrases that you’ve become desensitized to them

Eat around the world in Washington, D.C.

No longer just about power lunches and expense account dinners, Washington D.C. is an international hub of hip and happening restaurants artfully serving tasty fare from around the world

Ask the Captain: Fuel efficiency in flight

On short flights where the plane is at cruising altitude for only a few minutes, why not just stop at, say, 15,000 feet? Isn’t it a waste of energy to climb to 30,000 just to go right back down?

AA to add 757 service from NYC to Birmingham, England

American Airlines will add Birmingham, England, to its list of international destinations

Check into a hotel with your smartphone

Imagine arriving at a hotel and going straight to your room. That may happen soon at hotels across the country

Hotel Review: Bespoke Inn in Scottsdale, Ariz.

Free bike rentals, plenty of outdoor lounge space and a location near Main Street are all part of the package at this four-room inn that opened last year

10 Best Portugal Experiences

Historic but hip, Portugal offers more than just medieval tours and scenic beaches. Check out the 10 best Portugal experiences to find out how you can walk with dinosaurs, tour graffiti and sleep in a chocolate factory

First look: Inside the year’s hottest new cruise ship

Eager for a glimpse of what some are calling the decade’s hottest new cruise ship?

From Foyles to Hatchards, slip between the covers of London bookshops

On a recent visit to London, I cracked open the cover on some of the city’s bookshops, fearful that the age of e-readers had killed my favorite haunts

Bangor, Maine: Easygoing, scenically blessed and, yes, Stephen King

The king of the horror novel, whose works include "Carrie," "The Shining" and "Misery," has put Bangor on the map

Carnival Cruise Lines CEO to Retire

Gerry Cahill, president and CEO of Carnival Cruise Lines, will retire at the end of November

Blazing barrels: The UK’s spectacular festivals of fire

The health-and-safety defying tradition is at least several centuries old. Although its exact origins have gone up in smoke, it’s thought they’re linked to the "gunpowder plot" of 1605

Spotted: American Airlines’ first Boeing 787 Dreamliner

American Airlines’ first Boeing 787 Dreamliner was spotted shortly after it emerged from a Boeing paint facility in Everett, Wash

DOT consumer panel hears clash about calls on planes

Cellular-service providers and flight attendants clashed Wednesday over whether calls should be allowed on planes, at a Transportation Department committee on consumer issues

The most haunted hotels in the world

Anyone who’s watched The Shining late at night has probably had at least one nightmare featuring hotel ghosts

U.S. National Parks Get The Go-Ahead To Raise Entrance Fees

If you’re headed to a U.S. national park this fall, be sure to savor the last of the leaf peeping — and what could be the last of the low admission prices

Fitness While Traveling

"Hey, you’re on vacation!", the one statement that can easily make you gain 10 pounds

36 Hours in Hanoi

During a weekend in Vietnam’s capital, go on a street food crawl, browse the art scene and explore the city’s history

In Paris, Distinctive Shops Among the Patisseries

The Montorgueil neighborhood, known for its many restaurants and chocolatiers, is also home to stylish clothing and accessory spots

Sistine Chapel: new lights and limits on tourists

The Vatican has announced potential restrictions on visitor numbers in the Sistine Chapel

Weekend in Yorkshire

An insider’s guide to Yorkshire, featuring the best hotels, restaurants, bars, shops, attractions and things to do, including how to travel there and around

10 Hotels Where You Can Truly Get Away 10 Hotels Where You Can Truly Get Away

If you place a high value on solitude and natural beauty, these incredibly remote hotels are worth the trek

Nature in Action: Flying Over Iceland’s Hottest New Attraction

Deep inside Iceland’s desolate interior, the Holuhraun eruption, which began in late August, is a welcome one from what many would call a "behaving" volcano

5 Iran landmarks you’ve never heard of

Wander off the beaten track to stay in a hotel carved from rock or an ancient aristocrat’s home

Forest service warns against #bearselfies

Dear park visitors – Please don’t take selfies with bears. It’s stupid. Love, the U.S Forest Service

Italy’s Il Salviatino named best hotel in Europe

The Condé Nast Readers Choice Awards 2014 announced the top places to stay around the world

Celebrity Cruises Launches River-to-Ocean Cruise Vacations

Starting in summer 2015, Celebrity Cruises will offer river and ocean combination cruises. The 11 package offerings combine a European Celebrity sailing with an Amras Cruises river journey on the Danube, Rhine, Rhone or Seine rivers

Photo tour: The luxury of the revamped Regent Mariner

Luxury line Regent’s 700-passenger Seven Seas Mariner recently emerged from a major makeover in dry dock that brought significant changes to cabins and public areas

10 airlines that still give fliers free perks

While it seems like most airline surprises end in disappointment, a few bold airlines are delighting passengers every day with pleasing perks to make flying just a little better

Virgin Atlantic launches first Dreamliner route

Virgin Atlantic launched its first Dreamliner route on Tuesday, flying its new 787-9 from London Heathrow to Boston and back

The Most Common Social Media Mistakes Travel Agents Make

Social media and social media marketing are deceptively easy to undertake. Sign up for a Facebook page or a Twitter account and start posting and tweeting. How hard can it be?

Restaurant Report: Beluga Loves You in Maastricht, the Netherlands

You may be ready to reciprocate this Dutch spot’s proclaimed affection after a meal there

12 Places Every Chocolate Lover Should Visit

It’s National Chocolate Day! Indulge in some daydreaming (and cocoa) while you browse our slideshow of 12 of the coolest chocolate destinations

A weekend break in… Le Marais, Paris

The Musée Picasso is just one reason to spend some time in the historic Parisian district of Le Marais. Natasha Edwards offers a guide

The world’s best starchitect hotels

Renowned architects’ unusual designs are transforming hotels into landmarks

10 Things Locals Want You to Know About Seattle

Seattleites are known for being as friendly as they are hip, so it came as no surprise that when we asked local experts what visitors should know about their city, they were happy to help

Five ways Google is making it easier to travel the world

From maps to languages – and taking amazing pictures along the way – Google wants to take over the world of exploration

Marriott’s ’Envelope Please’ plan asks travelers to tip housekeepers

The most recent Marriott hotel room amenity has turned out to be a surprisingly controversial one. It’s an envelope — empty and ready to hold that tip for your housekeeper

Europe: Festive river cruises celebrate the holiday season

Soak up the scenes and scents of the holidays on a European river trip, during which carolers sing and the smells of gingerbread and mulled wine fill the air

Disney to offer sailings to Martinique, Tortola

Add Martinique to the list of destinations that you can reach via a Disney ship

10Best: Family Friendly Hotels in Florence

Traveling with family can be stressful, but fortunately, Florence has some fabulous hotels that are more than accommodating toward travelers with children or a large group

South Bend has high hopes for United flights to NYC area

Northern Indiana officials are celebrating the start of direct air service between South Bend International Airport and Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey

Ask Air Traffic Control: When radio contact fails

Question: If radio contact failed completely, how else would air traffic control communicate with an aircraft?

App Lets Passengers Facebook Stalk Each Other Before Flights

Travel app Quicket released an updated version this week — and among the new features is a "social check-in" option, which allows passengers to creep on their seatmates via Facebook before either of them even gets on the plane

The Most Common Branding Mistakes Travel Agents Make

Your brand is a promise of quality. Wrapped up in a brand is the perception of your company held by everyone who has come into contact with your travel practice. What this means is that your brand is not entirely under your control

Four Guidelines to Follow for a Well-Targeted Facebook Ad

You’ve probably heard a lot of good things about using Facebook ads – Facebook’s powerful targeting tools make it easy to target ads directly to your ideal clients

Browsing Boutiques in a Creative Corner of Phnom Penh

The National Museum neighborhood is now the liveliest part of the Cambodian capital

In the footsteps of the great explorers

How to follow in the footsteps of explorers such as Shackleton, Scott, Darwin, Livingstone and Magellan

10 Ancient Ruins That Prove All Roads Lead to Rome

Say this for the Romans: They sure got around. Wherever you go in Europe, the Middle East, or Northern Africa, chances are the Romans managed to veni, vidi, vici their way through it about 2,000 years before you

DOT Launches Cruise Safety Website

The U.S. Department of Transportation has launched a website designed to keep potential cruisers informed of any safety or consumer complaint concerns onboard cruise ships sailing into and out of U.S. ports of call

12 Great Museums You’ve Never Heard Of

Lesser-known museums are just as deserving of a visit as their more famous counterparts. Discover 12 of our favorite museums you never knew existed

American: Frequent-flier programs will combine this spring

American Airlines will combine its AAdvantage frequent-flier program with merger partner US Airways’ Dividend Miles program in the second quarter of 2015, the company announced Tuesday

10Best: Haunted Hotels for Halloween

The US is full of hotels of all kinds – including these few where strange and supernatural occurrences are often reported

United now flying the world’s longest Dreamliner route

United Airlines on Sunday launched what’s now the world’s longest Dreamliner route, using its new Boeing 787-9 to add service between Los Angeles and Melbourne, Australia

Indulging on one of the world’s most luxurious ships

Just how much pampering is there on a luxury cruise ship? Now you can see for yourself right here at USA TODAY’s Cruise Hub

Fly Guy: Ways to prevent, and fix, air travel problems

Everyone likes to complain about air travel and all the things that can go wrong — canceled flights, missed connections, overbooking, lost bags and bad customer service. Here are some common air travel woes, and how to prevent, and fix, them

Castles, chalets and villas: 25 priciest vacation rentals

Vacations are often about living out a fantasy. Explore the perfect beach, witness amazing wildlife, sample regional delicacies, revel in the moment. But what if your fantasy is to live in a castle or inhabit a private island?

Bangladesh: Travelling from bustling Dhaka to the Bay of Bengal

Bangladesh is all too often reported in cataclysmic terms: cyclones, floods, famine, ferry and factory disasters …. And yet there’s plenty to celebrate

Stay the night: Water Meadow Cottage, Oxfordshire

A newly converted cottage in the grounds of Blenheim Palace offers Fran Yeoman and her family the chance to relax in style

Questions American Expats Have to Answer

I moved from the US to Europe about a year ago to teach English. And after 12 months of eating Spanish omelettes, traveling around Europe, and meeting a ton of unemployed people, I’ve noticed when I tell anyone I’m from the US, they invariably have questions

’Al-Qaeda’ Wi-Fi connection delays plane

A plane was delayed for 17 hours because a passenger spotted a Wi-Fi network connection named after a terror group when attempting to log on to the internet

The Most Common Marketing Mistakes Travel Agents Make

Marketing drives sales. Marketing sets the expectations of the consumer and thereby preconditions the attitude with which the potential client approaches the travel professional

36 Hours in Naples, Fla.

This Gulf Coast resort city has a vibrant downtown and high-end shops but also lush wetlands and white-sand beaches

Where Americans Turned the Tide in World War I

In an area of northern France, where the land bears century-old wounds of battle, visitors can walk the grounds of history

10Best: Urban wineries across the USA

Vineyards are beautiful – no doubt about it. But some wineries, even state-wide tasting rooms, are located right in the city, so you can sip and savor minus the long drive home

The South Downs pub walks

Ten wonderful walking routes in the South Downs that start and end at a country pub

Twelve hours in Reykjavik: the layover of a lifetime

While booking flights from New York to Stockholm, it came down to two choices. An expensive, non-stop flight or a cheaper seat on Icelandair with an 18-hour layover in Reykjavik

Voluntourism is a ’waste of time and money’

Gappers are better off working in Britain, says campaigners

Alohomora: the new Harry Potter themed hotel

Built in 1851, the hotel has introduced chambers include trunks, cauldrons and spell books

Windowless planes could be a reality in less than 10 years

Giant screens would offer panoramic views

Virgin Atlantic gives first look inside its new Dreamliner

Virgin Atlantic flew its first Boeing 787 Dreamliner to Atlanta to show off the new aircraft in the hometown of its new partner Delta, which owns a 49% in the carrier

Inside some of the most luxurious cruise ship suites

What are rooms like on one of the world’s most luxurious cruise ships? Now you can see for yourself right here at USA TODAY’s Cruise Hub

The MD-11 makes its final scheduled passenger flight

Add the MD-11 to the list of aircraft no longer flying commercial airline flights

Escaping to Bimini on the new Bimini SuperFast

It doesn’t take long for the party to get started on the Bimini SuperFast

Method to the madness: How hotels set room rates

For hotel guests, it can be dizzying how the cost of the same room, at the same property, can vary dramatically from one day to the next

’Smart’ luggage will text you when it gets lost

When an airline loses your luggage, it can take hours or even days to get someone to tell you where it ended up — if it ever turns up at all

The Most Common Sales Mistakes Travel Agents Make

Are you going to make mistakes in your travel practice? Absolutely! As my father used to say, if you aren’t falling down on occasion, then you aren’t trying hard enough

Travel etiquette: how to avoid offending the locals

From rude hand gestures to fashion faux pas, our guide will help you avoid embarrassment on your next holiday

Northern Lights displays ’best in decades’

The best Northern Lights displays in decades could take place in the next few days, a tour operator has suggested

5 can’t-miss Tanzania experiences

Tanzania is far more than just a spot to climb the world’s tallest freestanding mountain

Americans taking fewest vacation days in four decades

Feeling buried by work, like you can’t find time for a few days off, like your entire work-life balance is out of whack?

In Calgary, Exploring the Cultural Side of ’Cowtown’

The Canadian city is flashing signs of a growing sophistication

Restaurant Report: Kachka in Portland, Ore.

Vodka stars at this spot, where the menu includes more than 50 brands of the spirit, as well as a selection of small plates meant to complement a night of imbibing

Hotel Review: Zero George Street in Charleston, S.C.

The overall tone is opulent Old South, but the details are modern luxe at this boutique hotel that opened early last year

10 Best Budget Hotels in Chicago

Visitors to Chicago don’t need to limit themselves to traditional hotels for accommodations, although there are plenty of budget-friendly hotels to stay at throughout the city with amenities like free WiFi and breakfasts to stretch your dollars even further

In search of the world’s best cruise ships

When it comes to cruises, Douglas Ward isn’t easily fooled by flash. He inspects everything from anchors to appetizers to the drains in the cabin bathrooms

Delta planes clip wings at Minneapolis/St. Paul airport

Two Delta jets clipped wings Wednesday night at the Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport

Learning to love Dallas Love Field

It’s been just over a week since the lifting of the Wright Amendment, the 34-year-old federal law that gave Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport time to grow by, among other things, limiting the ability of air carriers to offer long-haul flights from nearby Dallas Love Field

Princess Cruises Cancels Ukraine Port Calls

Princess Cruises has axed two Ukraine ports of call from 12 Mediterranean cruises, citing political unrest in the region

Tobacco Road to Feature on New Norwegian Cruise Line Ship

Tobacco Road, Miami’s oldest bar, will take to the high seas on Norwegian Escape, Norwegian Cruise Line’s newest cruise ship, scheduled to debut next year. The legendary establishment is closing its land-based location after 102 years in business

Good Media Placement – Repeating the Success

This week, we have been looking at ten follow up steps you can take when your travel practice achieves a great media placement. The final two steps today seek to ingrain your success in your business culture

Burma: building the most beautiful ship on the Irrawaddy

A new all-suite river ship, the creation of local craftsmen, sets sail on the Irrawaddy in Burma next month

The world’s 50 best ski runs

From moguls to powder, trees to lunch stops, these are the 50 best ski runs in the world

Iceland’s WOW air launches £99 flights from London to the US

Low-cost airline to start flights from London Gatwick to Washington DC and Boston, with fares from £99 promised

5 Reasons Every Traveler Should Go to Grenada

After recently spending a week at the home of a family friend in Grenada, I was a bit surprised to find that I had taken a vacation in the Caribbean and come back with not only a wicked tan, but also an education

Air New Zealand posts new ’Hobbit’ safety video

Here’s an airline safety video passengers might actually watch

Dylan Thomas: Five ways to follow in his footsteps

Mark the centenary of one of Wales’s greatest poets at events, exhibitions and several pubs

Four of the best: Caribbean family-run hotels

Sometimes chains and corporations aren’t the best option for lodging space. These four Caribbean hotels offer a personal touch

Cruise insider: The elegance of dining on a Regent ship

What’s it like to dine on one of the world’s most luxurious cruise ships?

Alaska Airlines grows to 16 nonstops from San Diego

Alaska Airlines will grow to 16 destinations from San Diego, announcing on Wednesday it would add a nonstop route to Kona on the "Big Island" of Hawaii

Tuk-Tuks, Tigers and Toilets: An Inside-Out Look at Sri Lanka

Spanning from bomb shelters to lazy beach towns, Sri Lanka packs a lot of diversity and curiosities into a compact space. Find out how to navigate the country’s safaris and festivals like an insider

James Beard chefs get in the kitchen at Waldorf Astoria

Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts has revealed details of a breakthrough partnership with the James Beard Foundation (JBF)

Can the Hotel Itself Be the Destination?

Maybe it’s the perpetually half-full glass in my traveling mind, but rather than think, "I can’t believe this little Iowa town can make a go of a high-end hotel," I prefer to think, "Isn’t it fabulous that this small town in Iowa knows how to rock a gorgeous hotel!"

Good Public Relations – Perpetuating the Story

In a marketing context, you want to treat good pubic relations much as you would a testimonial, exposing it to potential, new and existing clients

Armed police officers called to calm down furious passengers after 10-hour flight delay at Heathrow Airport

Armed police officers had to be called to calm down furious passengers who confronted British Airways staff during a 10-hour flight delay at Heathrow Airport on Monday

A weekend break in… Leipzig

A guide to weekend breaks in Leipzig, including the best hotels, the most interesting attractions and things to do, and the top restaurants and bars

Lost in space in the Peruvian Andes

While some hotels greet guests with a cocktail or a cold towel, Titilaka in the Peruvian Andes gives new arrivals an oxygen mask

New York food tour

Jewish immigrants brought the bagel to Manhattan more than a century ago. Will Hawkes tours the Jewish Lower East Side for a flavour of what else remains of their culinary legacy

Around Amsterdam in 7 strange museums

Like any major city, Amsterdam has world class museums crammed with classic art works that visitors will drop major money to see

Maui’s Upcountry: Laid-back vibe, cool breezes and farm-to-table food

When gridlocked traffic and $42 breakfast buffets begin to close in on me, I turn my rental car toward the high mountains and visit Upcountry Maui, a laid-back region that’s the hot new star of the Valley Isle

Cruise insider: The luxury of a Regent Seven Seas ship

What’s it like sailing on one of the world’s most luxurious cruise ships? Now you can see for yourself right here at USA TODAY’s Cruise Hub

PHOTO TOUR: Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas

Experience Las Vegas is featuring in-depth photo tours of the city’s world-famous hotels and casino resorts this year. We feature a different Vegas property each month so you can visit virtually before booking your stay, or just fantasize about plush digs outside your budget

10 Best Southern cultural festivals

While there’s a good time to be had in each and every state, nobody truly throws a party like the South

Icelandair to switch airports in Orlando

Icelandair will switch airports in Orlando, returning to Orlando International (MCO) nearly a decade after the carrier stopped flying to that airport

Airline complains fliers can’t find airport in Hawaii

Hawaiian carrier Mokulele Airlines says its new service to an Oahu airport is suffering because customers are having a hard time finding the airport

Travel Tip: How Cruise Ship Food is Getting Better

It used to be that cruise ship food meant just one thing: the all-you-can-eat buffet

The world’s most haunted hotels

Ahead of Hallowe’en, we round up 21 of the scariest haunted hotels around the world

More Avenues for Leveraging Good Public Relations

Your personality is at the heart of media public relations. When the public reads an article about your agency, they engage you as an individual, not as a faceless company

Product Review: Air Canada’s Fully Automated Baggage Handling

At Toronto’s Lester B. Pearson International Airport, which serves as Air Canada’s hub, a simplified baggage handling process sends checked bags directly on to connecting flights so that travelers no longer have to retrieve and recheck bags for U.S. Customs inspection

New Zealand in 12 days

With less than a fortnight to spend on the other side of the world, Kate Simon used planes, trains, automobiles … and a bike to make every second count

Westbrook Court, Hay-on-Wye: B&B and beyond

This remote retreat makes the ideal base for a break in Wales’s literary capital, discovers Laura Holt

Britain’s 10 best cities

After Salisbury was named 7th best city to visit in the world, we thought we’d weigh in with the cities Britons most enjoy

Ride like a royal aboard an elephant in Thailand

I’m in the heart of the Golden Triangle, the legendary confluence of the Ruak and Mekong rivers that delineates the borders of Thailand, Myanmar and Laos

Vienna’s new opulence: Get up close with the new Park Hyatt

The new Hyatt in Vienna is a big deal in more ways than one. It is, first, a hotel of extreme elegance, built into a gorgeous old bank building in a location that’s both central and close to little alleyways with restaurants and bars that feel like discoveries when you stumble upon them

Update: Hurricane Gonzalo Remnants Cause ’Dangerous’ Conditions, Keep Cruise Ship from UK Port

Cruise & Maritime Voyages has pushed back Funchal’s arrival into the port of Liverpool until 9:30 a.m. tomorrow (October 22), due to bad weather

Photo tour: The allure of Louis Cruises’ Cristal

Thinking about a cruise around Greece or Turkey? Our latest Cruise Ship Tour, in the carousel above, offers a deck-by-deck look at Louis Cruises’ Cristal, which is based in the region

Cool, yet cheap: Stylish hostels around the world

If you’ve never considered staying at a hostel, now might be the perfect time to reconsider. From New York to Miami, from Iceland to Istanbul, hostels aren’t what they used to be

World’s first Airbus A350 route will be Doha-Frankfurt

The world’s first-ever Airbus A350 flight with paying passengers will come on a route from Doha to Frankfurt

Airlines raise U.S. fares despite cheaper fuel

Several major U.S. airlines hiked fares last week, signaling that lower oil prices aren’t necessarily being passed on to fliers, and Ebola fears are not quashing the demand to fly, according to an analysis by a fare-watching site

So, you’ve seen Rome, but have you been under it?

Anywhere you go in Rome, you are walking on a buried, ancient world. Beneath your feet lie the remnants of the city that ruled an empire: temples and streets, villas and churches, monuments and tombs

The world’s smelliest cities

From Cheerios to mouldy paint, the aromas of some cities tend to linger. Here are 12 of the most distinctive

Next Steps in Leveraging Good Public Relations

One of the most valuable aspects of good PR media placement is the fact a similarly placed advertisement may have cost more than your entire advertising budget!

Murano, Italy, Still Sparkling After 700 Years

On this island in the Venice Lagoon, glassmaking has been revered by doges and tourists alike

12 Treasures of Europe

From chocolate in Brussels and silk in Florence to umbrellas in Paris and hats in London, discover special items in a dozen European cities

Diving into a Mexican sink hole

Cliff Diving World Series concludes at the dramatic Ik Kil cenote in Mexico

Stylish Phuket hotels: The Fab Five

Lee Cobaj offers a guide to five of the most elegant places to stay in Phuket

12 best family-friendly hotels in the UK

From bouncy castles to babysitters, or crèches to cookery courses, all the family will feel welcome at these hotels

Cruise News Shorts: Princess Cruises’ New Honeymoon Package, Viking Ocean Cruises Appoints Captain & More Cruise News

Every week we catch wind of so much cruise news, we don’t always know what to do with it all, but a few standout bits sometimes catch our attention

Post Gonzalo, Bermuda is Ready to Accept Cruise Ships This Week

Celebrity Infinity will call on Bermuda this week as scheduled, as the Atlantic island recovers from Hurricane Gonzalo

Pilot strike disrupts 200,000 Lufthansa passengers

Lufthansa has grounded about two-thirds of its flights Monday, disrupting the plans of more than 200,000 travelers as yet another pilots strike roiled the airline

Love on the high seas: Places to get romantic shipboard

Cruising is by nature a group experience, full of mixing, mingling and meeting new friends. But that doesn’t mean it’s totally devoid of romance

Find the best fall foliage near Acadia National Park

As a child born and raised in the Northeast, autumn is the season that fills me with wonderful memories and has always been my favorite time of the year

Rental car damage is a two-way street

Taking responsibility is never easy. But when they’re away, travelers often think they can get away with anything

Nepal trekking: Better safety measures could save lives

The Annapurna Circuit is one of the great treks of Nepal. It takes a grand sweep around the towering massif, with its 8,000m centrepiece of Annapurna 1

36 Hours in… Hobart

An insider’s guide to short breaks in Hobart, including advice on the best hotels, restaurants and attractions

Absolutely Everyone You Need to Tip While Traveling

While tipping in restaurants is a fairly black and white (albeit highly divisive) issue, the rules get blurred on vacation

Leveraging Good Public Relations

One of the best possible things to happen to a travel practice is to get a much deserved bit of good PR

Restaurant Report: Mini Bar in Lisbon

Avant-garde cooking is served at gentle prices at the latest venture from the prolific young chef José Avillez

Eight Tours for People Who Don’t Like Tours

You’re an explorer, not one of the pack, so the typical tour isn’t for you. But that doesn’t mean you should eschew all tours. Go off the beaten path with these eight amazing options

Getting to know Hue, Vietnam

Anthony Bourdain visits the city of Hue in central Vietnam in the next episode of "Parts Unknown." Bustling Dong Ba Market offers an up-close look at the city’s daily dealings

48 hours in Dublin

The Irish capital is calling, with new flights, festivals and plenty of places to indulge

Butterfly House Bahia, Brazil

Spread your wings for a Brazilian retreat

Sri Lanka bars foreigners from the north

Sri Lanka has barred foreigners from visiting a former war zone in the island’s north without permission, due to national security concerns

The world’s largest passenger ships through the ages

Following the first visit of Oasis of the Seas to Britain, we look at the biggest passenger ships in history

Hotel of the week - Next Hotel, Brisbane

A new Brisbane hotel offers time-poor business travellers the chance to manage their entire stay, from check-in to check-out, using their phone

8 Traditional Games to Play Around the World

Experiencing a country and its unique culture spans further than just visiting major tourist attractions

First look: New day cruises from Florida to Bimini

Always wanted to visit Bimini in the Bahamas? A new fast ferry service to the destination that started up this week from Fort Lauderdale is making it easier

Another small city to fall off Frontier’s route map

Frontier Airlines will end flights next month at Eugene, Ore., making it one of several smaller markets where the carrier is curtailing service

TSA chief Pistole announces retirement

The head of the Transportation Security Administration, John Pistole, announced Thursday he would retire from public service effective Dec. 31

All Leisure Sells MV Discovery Cruise Ship

All Leisure Group has sold its 43-year-old, loss-making cruise ship MV Discovery for $5 million, half its market value of $9.9 million. Discovery had been sailing for Cruise & Maritime Voyages

3 Tips for Traveling Where You Don’t Know the Language

The Office of Travel and Tourism estimates that in 2013, more than 29 million Americans traveled overseas, primarily to countries where English isn’t the first language

Stop Trying To Sell!

For the past four columns, I introduced four sales myths that I feel may be ruining your chances for success in sales

36 Hours in Athens

The city’s self-confidence and creativity are stirring again after years of tough press that defined Athens as a beleaguered capital

In Barcelona, Making the Markets Fresh Again

Since 1992, more than 20 neighborhood food halls have been remodeled in the Catalan capital

Hotel Review: London Edition in London

Ian Schrager and Marriott are behind this property, which opened in September 2013. The friendly, unpretentious service and beautiful public spaces make for a standout stay

Halong Bay, Vietnam: the best way to visit

Claire Boobbyer tries a new seaplane and joins a cruise out to Bai Tu Long, an alternative to the more touristy and overcrowded parts of Halong Bay

The ultimate art tour of London

Our guide to art in London features 12 bars and attractions, nine of the best galleries, 26 blue plaques and five art classes

Elbe river cruise: follow the course of European history

The Elbe, a lesser-known river that unites Germany and Czech Republic, is peppered with historical treasures

Top 5 Luxury Safari Boats

Luxury safaris are always magical and life changing, but so much of Africa is also populated with luxury safari boats which give you a whole new perspective

Hurricane Odile: More airlines resume flights to Mexico’s Los Cabos

Southwest Airlines restarted its daily service from Orange County to hurricane-damaged Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) on Wednesday, and American Airlines plans to return to the resort area starting Saturday

Hilton introduces new lifestyle brand

Hilton Worldwide today announced that it is starting a new hotel brand aimed at travelers who value design, social common areas and advanced technology

Delta CEO: Boeing 747s will be retired by 2017

If you want to book a flight on one of Delta Air Lines’ Boeing 747s, the clock is ticking

Airbus lands record aircraft order, valued at $26 billion

Airbus received a record aircraft order from Indian budget carrier IndiGo, which said it would buy 250 single-aisle planes

USA TODAY’s guide to cruise ships on order

What’s next from the world’s largest cruise lines? Below is our annual list of ocean-going ships on order for major brands

50 Fictional Destinations You Can Actually Visit

The fantastic, beautiful, or simply strange places in art are often inspired by real-life destinations. The best part is that you can visit these locations

Post Office exchange rates app launched

The launch in Britain of a new holiday money app will allow customers to buy currency and check live exchange rates from their mobile phones

Shatter the four sales myths that could be ruining your profits – Myth #4: Stress is inevitable

Another myth in our profession is that stress, like rejection, is inevitable. In truth, the two often do travel together, weighing down your carrier. But is this condition necessary? Most definitely not

Sweet Dreams in Seven Heavenly European Inns

Hop from the coast of England to an island in Germany to an olive orchard in Italy, exploring a suite of value-priced properties

Mérida: Take a ride on the Riviera Maya

The region is best-known for beach resorts but its biggest city is Latin America at its most lively

Spoof Virgin viral ad from Thorne Travel sees bookings rocket 110%

Its stardust special effects, overly-enthusiastic locals and baggy ’pilot’ outfit have sent people scoffing from Edinburgh to Sydney – but now Thorne Travel is having the last laugh, as its bookings have rocketed by 110 per cent since their ad went viral

The surprising comeback of train travel

Its been 21 years, and John Moore still eagerly leans against his passenger window to watch the landscape pass by as the train he commutes on every day roars over the Moodna Viaduct in Cornwall, New York

Rembrandt in Holland: getting a full picture of the Dutch Master

As a Rembrandt exhibition opens at the National Gallery, Nick Trend travels to the Dutch Master’s homeland to get to the root of his brilliance

The Nashville you don’t know

Nashville, we learned, quickly sheds its slick exterior. A 10-minute cab ride southwest of downtown took us to the Gulch, a half-gentrified postindustrial neighbourhood that boasts both high-end condos and underpasses sprinkled with shattered vodka bottles

Go glam at this hotel in New York’s Lower East Side

Everything old is new again on the Lower East Side, where gentrification was slow to come to this historically Jewish working-class neighbourhood

World’s Largest Cruise Ship Arrives in U.K.

Royal Caribbean’s Oasis of the Seas is making its first visit to the U.K. today, docking in Southampton after a two-week dry dock that saw several new features added to the world’s largest cruise ship

Royal Caribbean Removes Cruise Corkage Fees

Royal Caribbean has removed the $25 corkage fee for bringing wine onboard and drinking it in a cruise ship restaurant

Top 6 caves to visit in South East Asia

See what wonders the depths of earth offer in South East Asia

United: Wi-Fi, streaming video coming to regional jets

United Airlines says it will add Wi-Fi and streaming in-flight entertainment to more than 200 of the bigger regional jets flown that fly for the company’s United Express affiliates

Carnival announces artist lineup for 2015 concert series

After a winter hiatus, Carnival Cruise Lines will be continuing its Carnival LIVE Concert Series next spring, bringing big-name music artists

10Best: Ways to make the most of Asheville, N.C.

Asheville, NC, has become the artisanal DIY center of the South, making it a premier destination for visitors to experience unique food, art, and music

Six Tips for Dining Abroad

How to overcome language barriers and cultural quirks when dining in a foreign country

Shatter the four sales myths that could be ruining your profits – Myth #3: Rejection comes with the territory

Many sales courses will tell you to keep a stiff upper lip when you are rejected, and don’t let it get you down. But once you accept the proposition that you have been rejected, you have given up the psychological high ground and put your self-esteem into retreat

The Best Mobile Social Media Tool and How to Use This to Your Advantage

We live in amazing times: instant gratification, unlimited information, and increasing transparency are the norm. Despite this, the phenomenon of online social networks (e.g. Friendster to MySpace to Facebook to SnapChat) has always been a push medium

Roaming Europe with your mobile

Ask the Experts: Donald Strachan looks at the best deals for mobile data in France, Italy, Austria and Switzerland

El Celler de Can Roca, Girona: is this the world’s best restaurant?

Pork disguised as fish and pulsating puddings await visitors to El Celler de Can Roca in Girona, Spain, recently named the best restaurant in the world by Tripadvisor

Horses for courses – canal cruising in Scotland

Dominating the landscape at the junction of Scotland’s Forth & Clyde and Union canals is an eye-grabbing working sculpture, a sort of modernistic Ferris wheel for boats

Falkland Islands: A landscape that’s strictly for the birds

From its thriving albatross population to rockhopper, gentoo and king penguins, Mike Unwin gets within sniffing distance of this avian archipelago’s wildlife

Wine-themed holidays: From Spain to South America

Many of the better-established wineries have recognised that a good visitors’ centre can become a crowd puller in its own right

Casa D’Anna, Naples: B&B and beyond

An atmospheric setting and creative interiors make this little retreat an interesting Italian stay

Best beaches for surfers

Some people go to the beach to relax, others to swim or snorkel, and yet others to surf. If your idea of a dream beach involves a surfboard and some big waves, these beautiful beaches around the globe deserve a spot on your bucket list

Will Oculus Rift Technology Help You Travel? (Someday?)

Do you ever wish you could preview your hotel room before you arrive? Maybe you’d take note of the room layout, the distance to the elevator, or the amenities offered on your floor. Or, do you wish you could peruse a neighborhood in a foreign city before you jump on a flight — maybe get a sense of its walkability or its proximity to the major sites?

Experts: Broken wall panels on plane only cosmetic

An American Airlines flight heading from San Francisco to Dallas made an emergency landing when the cabin’s wall panels cracked loose, but aviation experts said the plane does not rely on the parts for safety

Wright phase-out: Southwest launches long flights from Dallas

Southwest Airlines is now free to move about the country from Dallas Love Field. And, if they chose to do so, so are the other airlines that fly from the close-to-downtown Dallas airport

Weekend Escape: Rancho Mirage, a desert vacation with one-stop convenience

Turns out there’s more to the desert than just Palm Springs. Case in point — Rancho Mirage, a town of about 17,000 residents with an outdoor shopping plaza called the River at Rancho Mirage

Royal Caribbean Reveals New Features on Oasis of the Seas

Oasis of the Seas has come out of a two-week dry dock with a set of new features that include new restaurants, faster internet, new shops, a new Broadway show and additional suites and cabins

Starwood’s eco-friendly Element brand expands

Starwood Hotels and Resorts is rapidly expanding its eco-friendly Element Hotels brand, more than doubling the number of properties in the next two years

Shatter the four sales myths that could be ruining your profits – Myth #2: You must like people

Many sales managers preach that a primary prerequisite to be successful in sales is that you must like people

Broadening our language horizons

It’s easy to look at social media as "just" another marketing tool, or "just" another soon-to-fade avenue for reaching potential customers

New Zealand for Beginners

Finding himself in a country he’d never given much thought, the author manages to hurtle down slopes, go on a picturesque "tramp" and hit some pubs — all in a few days

Five myths about germs on aircraft

It’s hardly news that many travelers are concerned about germs and diseases when they fly these days. But in the airborne petri dish that contemporary aircraft have become, fliers may well be worrying about the wrong things

Is this the funniest travel agent advert ever?

Ayrshire travel agent releases extravagant three-minute YouTube ad to universal online acclaim

South-east Asia’s best (and worst) street food

South-east Asia is known for its astonishing array of cheap and delicious street food. Here, writers and food bloggers pick their favourite dishes

Amsterdam: On the road with Rembrandt

As the National Gallery opens a major exhibition, Jonathan Lorie travels to the Old Master’s home

Hotel Suite In An Airplane Soars Over The Costa Rican Jungle

If a typical room at Costa Rica’s luxurious Hotel Costa Verde isn’t enough, allow us to offer the 727 Fuselage Home as an option

6 tips for packing light

To have a great work/life balance, I’m all for being able to pack up at a moment’s notice, grab a deal and head off somewhere amazing

14 things to know about Paraguay

Overshadowed by its bigger, flashier neighbors, Paraguay is a curious country that’s overlooked by visitors who flock to South American destinations like Buenos Aires, Rio de Janeiro and the highlands of the Andes

New Cruise Ship Deck Plans Show Oasis of the Seas Alterations

Royal Caribbean has published an updated set of cruise ship deck plans for Oasis of the Seas on its website showing changes made to the ship during a dry dock in Rotterdam, The Netherlands

Tropical Weather in Atlantic Forces Cruise Ship to Alter Itinerary; Second Ship Delays Port Call

The combination of Tropical Storm Fay and Tropical Storm Gonzalo off the Leeward Islands have caused one cruise ship to change its itinerary and another to delay its port call

Toronto’s hippest hotel introduces its country cousin

There is a lot to catch the eye at the Drake Devonshire, for it was made that way

Winery restaurants: The perfect pairing

When the yen to dine with wine – not just snack on cheese or small plates – strikes, these full-service restaurants at American wineries offer the best of both worlds in beautiful settings

Will long-distance Dallas flights boost Southwest?

When Southwest Airlines recently introduced a new paint job for its planes, a senior executive joked that at 43 years old and being from Dallas, it was time for the airline to get a face-lift

Virgin America CEO: Dallas may be template for expansion

Virgin America launches service from Dallas Love Field today, beginning the first of what will become four nonstop routes from the close-to-downtown Dallas airport

Sweet Suites in the Caribbean

Searching for that one-of-a-kind suite with amazing views of crystal clear blue seas? Look no further as we count down the 10Best sweet suites in the Caribbean

Shatter the four sales myths that could be ruining your profits – Myth #1: Selling is a numbers game

Individuals and sales departments across the country have been stricken with the disease “quit-itis.” They quit everything too soon, from their prospecting efforts to their follow-up attempts. Although they desperately want to succeed and produce the numbers, they let their fears hold them back and convince them to give up

36 Hours in Berkeley, Calif.

Go for an idyllic campus stroll, take in wide-open panoramas, sample international flavors and catch some culture during a weekend in this Bay Area college town

The Art of Slowing Down in a Museum

Instead of hunting masterpieces at a fevered clip, spending more time with fewer works just might make for a better visit

12 Best Mexico Experiences

Mexico is much more diverse than you might expect. From dramatic canyons and lush jungles to sunny beaches and historic cities, explore a few of the truly unique experiences that await in Mexico

48 Hours in Bangkok

Easy to get to and bursting with culture, Thailand’s capital deserves attention

The Peninsula, Paris: Room service

Crème de la crème in the heart of Paris

Ideas for a winter cruise

Thinking of escaping on a cruise this winter? Here’s what’s on offer with some the cruise lines exhibiting at the Telegraph Cruise Show in Liverpool this weekend

Indulge in an art form: where to find the best Parisian pâtisseries

"A person tired of pastries is tired of life." In an alternate universe, Samuel Johnson – face covered in shiny, sugary crumbs – just might have uttered that bon mot instead of his oft-quoted London line. But when it comes to Europe’s paradise of pâtisseries, cake-cravers have plenty to sink their teeth into

Virgin preparing to launch its first hotel in January in Chicago

Reservations are being accepted for the first Virgin Hotel, which is to open Jan. 15 in a historic building in the Chicago Loop. The company says it won’t the be the last, either

California: Hunt mushrooms (or just eat them) during Mendocino fest

When going wild-mushroom hunting, best to go with someone who knows his or her stuff

Delta can keep flying from Dallas Love Field, for now

Delta Air Lines can keep flying from Dallas Love Field – at least through the end of the year

Hazmat crews board US Airways flight after flier’s Ebola joke

A man who sneezed on an airplane and then allegedly joked to seatmates that he had Ebola caused a scare on a US Airways flight Wednesday

Coming in 2015: A 22-day cruise down the Mississippi

Call it the ultimate cruise for American riverboat fans

Honduras Confirms New Cruise Port on the Pacific

Cruise ships could be calling in at a brand new Honduran port — on the Pacific side of the Central American country — in two years time

This Adorable Bag Just Might Be The Best Carry On Bag Out There

Between getting our hair stuck under those heavy duffels, unraveling hours worth of hard work to get our laptops in a separate bin for screening and breaking a sweat trying to drag our two-wheeled suitcases through the terminal, bringing luggage on the plane with you can be kind of a nightmare

Developing A Marketing Mindset

Travel consultants who build a successful and thriving clientele base think nearly constantly about marketing, often without labeling it "marketing"

Australia: Is Canberra finally getting cool?

The purpose-built Australian capital, Canberra, may just be on the cusp of shedding its drab image

Family booths, child-free zones, and iPad-enabled cabin crew: Is there a flying revolution in the air?

Thomson Airways considers introducing a series of innovations to its fleet as part of its vision "to change the face of holiday flying"

Princess Cruises Celebrates 50th Anniversary with Celebrations, Freebies

Princess Cruises will mark its 50th anniversary in 2015 with a series of onboard celebrations that include a Love Boat-themed deck party, blast from the past celebratory meals and special balloon drops

Ebola outbreak: Virus fears hit airlines in the wallet

Share prices fall as tensions rise, and travellers to Madrid and Marrakech have contacted the travel desk of The Independent with fears

Autumn is going to be beautiful this year in the UK: here’s where to visit

From Richmond Park to County Down, these stunning spots aren’t to be missed

Is this the most incredible hotel to open this year?

China’s string of amazing hotel openings continues next month with the completion of the Sunrise Kempinski Hotel, Beijing

Top U.S. destinations for fall 2014

Fall travel has a lot to recommend it: mild temperatures, fewer crowds and shoulder-season rates

NYC Croque Monsieur elevates art of the sandwich

La Maison Du Croque Monsieur is very well located for Big Apple visitors, just off bustling Union Square Park and convenient to one of the most popular and vibrant neighborhoods in the city

Why Wall Street wants Virgin America, JetBlue to add fees

Passengers cherish Virgin America for its mood lighting, live TV, fancy cocktails and friendly flight attendants. That nice-guy approach to air travel wins awards and attracts a cult following, but may not fly with Wall Street

Top luxury ship in Galapagos emerges from makeover

Luxury line Silversea’s expedition ship in the Galapagos has emerged from a major, month-long makeover

Hilton selling Waldorf Astoria New York for $2 billion

Hilton Worldwide says it will sell the storied Waldorf Astoria New York to the Beijing-based Anbang Insurance Group for $1.95 billion, but the U.S.-based hotel chain will continue to run the legendary property for another 100 years

Las Vegas’ craziest laws

Licenses, laws and regulations in Nevada, and especially Las Vegas, can be quite peculiar and often counterintuitive. They’re also all over the map, regulating everything from shoe-fitting to camels to bosoms

Thames Deckway: London’s £600million floating cycleway

A proposed seven-mile floating cycleway along the Thames, the Thames Deckway could dramatically change how cyclists navigate the capital

The marketing mindset for travel agents – addressing fear

For the past few days, we have been discussing the importance of possessing a marketing mindset that understands the necessity of an emotional connection with your travel clients

Communicating with stories

I’ve mentioned before on this column the value of visual communication over textual communication, and it’s important to keep that dichotomy at the forefront of our marketing minds. One other dichotomy might be between "statement” and "story," and it’s equally essential for marketing on social media

Restaurant Report: The Juniper Kitchen in Nairobi, Kenya

More an event than a restaurant, this pop-up serves a monthly meal called Backyard Brunch

Hotel Review: Hôtel de Nell in Paris

This property, which opened last year, offers travelers an ideal location away from congested tourist areas but close to major attractions

Eat your way around the world – in London

London has a restaurant to suit just about every cuisine in the world. We pick our favourite places in the capital to enjoy food from 30 countries

36 Hours in… Cadaqués, Spain

Paul Clements offers a guide to what to do on a short break on Cadaqués, a coastal town in Costa Brava the province of Girona, including Església de Santa María and Salvador Dali’s house

Blackpool airport to close next week

The Lancashire airport has been losing money, and with a limited catchment area and intense competition from Liverpool and Manchester the owners saw no prospect of a turnaround

Is it safe to travel to Hong Kong during democracy protests?

Given the images of conflict that have been shown around the world, concerns about Hong Kong travel are understandable

How Vegas Is Reinventing the Boutique Hotel

The next big thing has arrived in Vegas, and it’s surprisingly … small. Whether you see Las Vegas’ wave of boutique-inspired hotels as an adaptation, a reinvention, or a perversion of the small-hotel concept, there’s no doubt that boutique is reshaping the city

Ebola Screening: Coming Soon to an Airport Near You?

Yesterday, amid growing fears of a stateside Ebola outbreak, the Obama administration announced that the U.S. is increasing airport-screening standards for the deadly virus

8 romantic castle hotels around the U.S.

We have no kings or queens, dukes or duchesses, counts or countesses in the United States to build great royal castles as evidence of their power, importance and prestige. However, we do have the rich, who have long built great houses as symbols of their power, wealth and pride. And some hoteliers just like to build castles

America’s best small town? Here are our top picks

For tasty U.S. small-town recommendations, I tapped five south-of-the-border travel writers

Typhoons Continue to Hamper Princess Cruise Ship

A nine-night Japan sailing onboard Diamond Princess continues to see delays and port cancellations due to two back-to-back typhoons in the Pacific Ocean

Marriott fined $600,000 by FCC for blocking guests’ Wi-Fi

Think hotels are deliberately blocking your personal Wi-Fi networks so you’ll buy theirs?

Cruise lines drop West Africa calls in wake of Ebola

Holland America has joined Seabourn Cruise Line and Regent Seven Seas Cruises in dropping calls along the West Coast of Africa in the wake of the Ebola outbreak

The country’s coolest pumpkin patches

Farms and orchards across the USA celebrate autumn in big ways, offering an array of cool, exciting and colorful outdoor activities for both kids and adults, such as hayrides, corn mazes, apple-picking, haunted houses, fresh homemade pies

Cricket bars? JetBlue deal may bring eclectic snacks in 2015

JetBlue will partner with AccelFoods for snacks on its some of flights between New York JFK and Los Angeles

The marketing mindset for travel agents – The emotional connection

In building your travel practice, it is important to recognize the need to consistently and continually build on your marketing knowledge and evaluation skills

Selfie Power: 5 Ways to Make Your Guests’ Selfies Work For You

More than ever our guests are turning the camera on themselves, tagging themselves in our lobbies, guest rooms, dining rooms, pools, even bathrooms to share the experience with all their friends online

Top 10 places to visit this fall

Fall travel has a lot to recommend it: mild temperatures, fewer crowds, and shoulder-season rates. So what are the most popular destinations for autumn escapes?

Five Cozy Hotel Libraries in Exotic Places

Nothing says autumn like curling up in a comfortable chair with a good book and a cup of tea (or a cocktail). Thankfully, hotels around the world have amazing libraries so you can read while on the road in any season

City of Cars: Is this the world’s best auto museum?

It’s a well driven path for the motoring male: as middle age approaches, thoughts turn to acquiring a shiny sports car as wives, female friends and relatives shake their heads with despair

11 urban resorts that will make you forget you’re in the city

Some of the world’s best city hotels offer the kind of leisure facilities that let you fool yourself into thinking you’re kicking back at a resort

How far are we from going on holiday in space?

As it currently stands private space travel is still incredibly expensive and remains the pursuit of the super-rich

Rambling revolution: How people power won the right to roam

This autumn marks the 10th anniversary of the move to open a million hectares of countryside for public use

Why see the best of Florida when you can see the weirdest?

When you first turn into Cassadaga, it looks like any other small town, with bungalows, neat lawns and wide streets

Airfare Expert: The two days you should never, ever fly

There are two days of the year one should never, ever fly

Top five San Juan excursions

San Juan is a sensual city that can be enjoyed by just digging in and living: eating, dancing, swimming, walking, drinking

JetBlue adds to competition on Las Vegas-San Francisco route

JetBlue will add nonstop service between Las Vegas and San Francisco. Starting Jan. 5, the carrier will fly two daily round-trip flights on the route on 150-seat Airbus A320 jets

Carnival pumps up teen program with DJ classes

Would your teen find it fun to learn how to spin records like a DJ? Maybe it’s time to take them on a Carnival cruise

Eiffel Tower gets glass floor in £24m facelift

A vertigo-inducing glass floor has been installed at the Eiffel Tower, France’s most visited tourist attraction

Napoleon’s Italian idyll: six reasons to exile yourself to Elba

Unsung, historic and beautiful, Elba – the island where Napoelon was exiled prior to Waterloo – has plenty to offer British holidaymakers too

Cruise News Shorts: Carnival Corp Invests in Caribbean, MSC Launches Mobile App & More Cruise News

Every week we catch wind of so much cruise news, we don’t always know what to do with it all, but a few standout bits sometimes catch our attention

The marketing mindset for travel agents – authentic emotional appeal

To be good at marketing, become a student. The marketing mindset requires that you study marketing in all its forms

Savannah, Both Sides

Beneath its trademark Southern charm is a city with stories of slavery and civil rights struggles

Ebola and Travel

Answers to questions about what is being done to prevent those infected with the Ebola virus from flying to the United States

11 ill-conceived adventures that ended in failure

A US man’s attempt to run to Bermuda inside a homemade floating “Hydro Pod” – described as a giant “hamster wheel” – ended in failure last week. The peace activist, whose previous adventures included a seven-year bike trip through 55 countries, had to be rescued by the US Coast Guard on Saturday due to fatigue

Sir Richard Branson’s Virgin Atlantic ends Little Red domestic service

British airline calls time on short-haul service after just 18 months in operation – services to end in 2015

The Bronx: New York’s hottest neighbourhood

The grittiest of the Five Boroughs is smartening up with new hotels, parks and shops

Casa Howard, Florence: B&B and beyond

This Tuscan guesthouse is like a home from home only with leopard print headboards

India: Straight to the heartland on a holy highway

A luxury river cruise on a remote part of the Ganges will take you into parts of India that are rarely touched by tourism

Rude gestures and how to sneeze: A guide to being polite abroad

Say cheers or cheese, and if you sneeze – do it twice

Fish and ships in Bornholm, Denmark

The Danish island of Bornholm is a geographical deviation in the Baltic Sea. It’s closer to Germany, Sweden and Poland than to the rest of Denmark

Six Warning Signs Your Hotel Is Not What It Seems

It has probably happened to everyone at least once: That charming B&B or upscale hotel turns out to be not quite as advertised when you see it in person

11 Caribbean Beaches You Should See Before You Die

The Caribbean might not be on the top of your bucket list the way that, say, the Great Wall is, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t some heart-stoppingly pretty places you want to see there

10 Best Quirky attractions in the South

There’s a mystique about the South, and to find the true essence of the region it’s best to hop in a car and seek out the unique experiences that can only be had below the Mason-Dixon Line

Carnival Corp Saves Billions in Cruise Ship Fuel

Carnival Corporation & plc, the parent company of Carnival Cruise Lines, Holland America Line and Princess Cruises, among others, has improved its fuel efficiency by 24 percent from 2007 through 2014, resulting in a savings of $2.5 billion in fuel costs for the company

Is it time for minimum airline seat standards?

It’s not your imagination. Airline seats are shrinking. A wave of air-rage incidents has exposed the problem like a threadbare economy class seat on an aging puddle jumper

The Marketing Mindset for Travel Professional Sales

Note the title of this column is "Travel Professional Sales" NOT "Professional Travel Sales." You will not this week be reading about how to sell travel, because that is not what I believe you d

Decoding Etiquette in China, Handshakes to Meals

The author Eden Collinsworth, who has researched Chinese culture, shares what she’s learned

Restaurant Report: Aux Ateliers in Maussane-les-Alpilles, France

O.K., so this place has a foosball table. But don’t let that distract you from what’s on the plate

Spend a heavenly night at this abbey-turned-hotel

Anyone seeking overnight accommodations in the Loire Valley’s famous châteaux is out of luck. But there’s more to this UNESCO World Heritage Site than pretty castles

10 Surprising Things We Love About Bermuda

Imagine, if you will, a proper English gentleman tossing his pocket watch into a warm, sparkling sea. This, in a nutshell, is Bermuda

The golden age of Pan Am

As a Hollywood studio offers a vintage dining experience on board a replica of a Pan American World Airways Boeing 747, we look back at the legacy of America’s most beloved airline

How to see the world’s sacred rivers

Six tours and trips that allow you to experience the Nile, Yangtze and Ganges, three of the world’s most sacred rivers

The more Twitter followers you have, the cheaper your holiday

A new travel website is promising guests discounts on hotel rooms depending on how large their social media following is

Boutique hotels: 30 years of Schrager’s blueprint

As Morgans, the self-proclaimed ’first boutique hotel’, celebrates a milestone, Mark Jones charts the rise and rise of a hard-to-define accommodation concept

48 hours in Bogota

Colombia’s capital is much more than just a gateway to South America

7 Things You Didn’t Know About Your Passport

It’s time we all got to know our favorite travel companion a little better. Here are seven things you might not have known about the document

Holland America Cancels Second Cruise Due to Propeller Issues

Due to propeller issues, Holland America has canceled a second Canada/New England sailing on Veendam

10Best: Taverns where American history’s on tap

If you choose the right bar, going out for cocktails can be a cultural experience, literally offering a chance to drink in history

American Airlines adds four U.S. routes from Miami hub

American Airlines will bolster its Miami hub, adding nonstop service to four cities

Analyzing Travel Agency Mistakes

Travel agency mistakes can be costly. Whether it is an airline ticket booked to the wrong destination, or the missed deadline or the client whose project slips through the cracks, the real cost to the agency can be totally out of proportion to the potential gain inherent in the transaction

36 Hours in Copenhagen

During a weekend in the Danish capital, discover art underground, sample dishes from a former Noma chef and unwind in the city’s green spaces

In Chicago, a Tasting Tour of Barrel-Aged Beer

The city is a bastion of craft brews that gain character from time spent in bourbon barrels

Rolling on the (Mekong) River

A new 20-suite riverboat is scheduled to start sailing between Cambodia and Vietnam later this year

Top 10 travel tips 2014 edition

Here are Mapplr’s updated top 10 travel tips

9 Things you probably never knew about Oahu

Many vacationers seek Oahu for one reason: Waikiki. The white sands, turquoise waters, fun surf breaks, premiere shopping, exciting nightlife… there are plenty of reasons why a traveler would want to explore Waikiki and all it has to offer

Bruce Chatwin’s Wales: One of the finest one-day walks in Britain

You need not go to the ends of the earth to get close to the spirit of Bruce Chatwin. Simon Calder heads for Wales, to the home and views that once inspired the great adventurer

Japan: Five ways to see the country by train

As the bullet train speeds towards its half-century, Sarah Barrell fast tracks you to the best travel experiences in Japan this autumn

The world’s greatest pilgrimage sites

With the annual Hajj underway in Mecca, we look at other great religious pilgrimage sites around the world

Travelling in south-east Asia: what to pack and shopping tips

What to pack for travelling in Thailand, Cambodia, Laos and Vietnam, and what to buy when you’re there

Premier Inn goes high-tech

New app lets guests check-in online, order breakfast, and even control the temperature of their room

Artist Residence London hotel, Pimlico: review

Artist Residence London is a Pimlico hotel offering 10 individually-designed rooms, memorable dining and eclectic decor, near Buckingham Palace, Hyde Park and Westminster Abbey

Delta bumped from Love Field in Dallas gate battle

Delta Air Lines has been given two weeks to halt its flights at Dallas Love Field, forcing the airline to scramble to accommodate its customers scheduled to fly out of the airport after Oct. 13

Top luxury cruise ship emerges from makeover

One of the world’s most luxurious cruise ships, the 922-passenger Crystal Symphony, has just emerged from a makeover

Differentiation

Travel agents putting together a marketing plan for their travel agency are sometimes stymied by the concept of differentiation

Hotel Review: The Line Hotel in Los Angeles

This vibrant new hotel, created by the team behind the Ace and NoMad hotels in New York, sets out to capture the 24-hour energy of the Koreatown neighborhood

Was flying in 1989 better than today?

£249 flights to New York, Keith Floyd on the box, hilarious cabin crew fashion and seven-course suppers – did air travellers have it better 25 years ago?

36 Hours in… Jakarta

A guide to what to do on a short break in Jakarta, including visiting the old Jakarta Post Office and the National Monument as well as eating at Jakarta’s Skye Tower restaurant and partying at the Dragonfly nightclub

Vertigo-inducing attractions

A new glass-bottomed bridge that lies 180 metres above the ground – and sways in the wind – opened in China this week. Here are a few more attractions around the world that vertigo sufferers should avoid

Consolations of the Forest named travel book of the year

An account of a six-month stay in Siberia has earned Sylvain Tesson the annual Dolman Travel Book Award

Destination: Havana

Cuba’s capital city is a monument to glory days and decay. Despite political controversies and crumbling (yet awe-inspiring) architecture, Havana still has a lot to offer those who visit

20 reasons it’s great to be a tourist

With their worldly sophistication, ready cash and penchant for smiling all the time, tourists can be a much-hated group

6 ways Shanghai is different than the rest of China

Even during the harshest periods of the communist era, being Shanghainese had a special cachet in China

Cruise Industry Boosts New Zealand Economy

The cruise industry contributed a record $365.3 million to New Zealand’s economy during the 2013/14 season and is expected to reach $421.5 million in two years

Norwegian Cruise Line Retains 678 Ocean Place on Escape

Norwegian Cruise Line’s next new ship, Norwegian Escape, will feature a three-level atrium, outdoor dining and the fleet’s largest casino

Golf hotels: The Big Six

From Gleneagles in Scotland to Clingendael in Sri Lanka

The best free things to do in New York (save your money for the hotel)

A city that never sleeps can wreak havoc on you holiday pocketbook especially if you have to travel halfway across North America to get there

Wednesday: Chicago flight cancellations on downward trend

Flights are still being canceled at a higher-than-average clip at Chicago’s O’Hare airport, but schedules have dramatically improved since a Friday fire at an Illinois Federal Aviation Administration facility wreaked havoc on flight schedules in Chicago and across the Midwest

Korean Air, InterContinental to build hotel in downtown L.A.

Korean Air is taking hospitality to another level by building the largest InterContinental hotel in North America

Marketing Mistakes for Travel Agents – No Consistency

How consistent is your marketing? In each instance where the public comes into contact with your company, the message they perceive must be the same

A Recipe for Air Rage

Stressed passengers packed into cramped cabins can bring emotions to a boil. But the situation isn’t all bleak — there are ways to make the best of a volatile situation

Traveler’s Tummy

Known by many names, (but none of them are fun) traveler’s tummy is both common and unpleasant. Here’s how to avoid the traveling malady at all costs

The most romantic cities in the world

Looking for a rich romantic history and breathtaking views?

Hunter Lodges, Celtic Manor Resort, Newport

Forget the intimidating hotel on this vast estate and check into one of the chic, welcoming lodges

’Protest tourism’: How Hong Kong demonstrations are affecting travel

Visiting Hong Kong during the protests? Here are some things travelers should know while visiting the island

10 ways to crack Berlin’s uber cool arts scene

The sheer amount and range of cultural activities available at any given time in Berlin is astonishing

A new, more relaxed way to cruise through Normandy

In more than a week on the 128-passenger vessel, the Scenic Gem, the Bayfords have been able to spend several full days touring some of the Normandy region’s most famous battlefields, including the D-Day landing beaches of World War II, as well as other historic sites, villages, cider estates and more, while still having plenty of time for relaxing on board

Frequent Flyer Programs to Get Fed Scrutiny

Florida resident Alan Grayson has accrued a whopping 10 million frequent-flyer miles. And like many mileage-collectors, he’s hopping mad about the airlines’ continual devaluation of their loyalty programs, and their callous disregard for his best interests as a program member

Europe OKs cell calls on planes if airlines allow them

European aviation authorities have agreed to allow cellphone calls during flights, but U.S. opposition remains

Carnival Cruise Lines Intros Steakhouse Dishes in MDR

Carnival Cruise Lines is introducing select dishes from its specialty steakhouse into the main dining room, for a fee

White nights in Finland’s Aland archipelago

At midnight there is a long orange streak of sunset across the horizon and the colour of the sky is just past dusk

Mondrian: inside London’s hottest new hotel

Mondrian London, located inside imposing Sea Containers House on the South Bank, opens its doors today

Ski webchat: quiz our experts

Yet to book a ski holiday? Our experts will be answering your questions live at 1pm on September 30

Inspire Yourself

I’m about to give you permission to have more fun in your job. Creative thinking requires raw material

Gimmicks vs substance

One of my favorite authors, Raymond Carver, had a strong distaste for showiness and flashiness, instead preferring to write remarkably subtle and layered stories

Ten places you’d never expect to visit on a cruise

As National Cruise Week launches, we ask our writers (and one ship’s captain) to highlight some of the more unexpected places their voyages have taken them

Lebanon, the new Dubai? How travel may change in 10 years

Therapeutic hotel rooms, day trips to space, and summer breaks in Angola – a new study has made some bold predictions about travel in 2024

London’s 10 coolest hotels to hang out in

With Michelin stars and rooftop bars, London’s new hotels are much more than just a place to stay

Incredible Free Museums Around the World

Jetting around the world isn’t free, but cultural enrichment can be. We uncovered 10 incredible museums—from Paris to Beijing—where cultural discovery is rich but admission is free for all

Wellington: Arty, indie, and more than a little bit Hobbity

With Peter Jackson’s next epic due this winter, Christopher Wakling goes on a pilgrimage to the laid-back capital of New Zealand

Eurostar opens a brave new world of design

Does travel influence architecture and design? There’s an interesting history here

Party on: The best cruise ships for nightlife

For most vacationers, a cruise is all about sun, sand, sights and relaxation. But for those for whom the night is always young, many cruise ships also provide a big nighttime party scene

Chicago flight woes spill into Monday

The fallout from Friday’s fire at a Federal Aviation Administration facility in Illinois is still creating headaches for air travelers headed through Chicago.

Air France pilots end strike after 14 days

Despite no deal in sight, Air France’ s main pilots union on Sunday unilaterally ended a 14-day strike that grounded roughly half of the airline’s flights

Buyer beware: Travel industry turns tables on consumers

You break it, you pay for it. Unless you’re traveling. If they break it, you pay for it, too

Hotels give kosher cuisine an upgrade

Harriette Katz recalls groaning anytime a client asked for kosher food to be served at a wedding or other event that she planned

Top European Destinations For Families

More and more families are choosing European destinations for their holidays. Here are some of the best

In Pictures: Spectacular buildings from Singapore’s World Architecture Festival

Zaha Hadid’s spaceship-like Dongdaemun Design Plaza, an avant-garde new home for Singapore’s oldest Buddhist Temple, and a private bunker sprawling on top of a lake are some of the shortlisted entries competing for architectural honors at the World Architecture Festival in Singapore this week

The Importance of Picking Your Clients Wisely

This week, we are going to look at a few simple steps to improve the sales process. To begin, it makes sense to pause and ask an important question: what kind of clients do you want?

Hotel Review: Riad Star in Marrakesh, Morocco

This three-story B & B, situated in the heart of the old city, was once Josephine Baker’s home

Tourists Urged to Avoid Ebola Zone in West Africa

As the world grapples with the outbreak, guidance for travelers

Brittania rules the waves

P&O Cruises reveals the Brittania, the largest ship ever built for the UK market, emblazoned with the Union Flag

Hotel fines guests who store own drinks in mini-bar

Las Vegas hotel threatens $50 fine if guests chill their own drinks in their in-room fridges

China: Seeking Shangri-La

From the monasteries of Tibet to the far reaches of Yunnan, Michael Kerr goes in search of heaven on earth

Are Jack the Ripper tours blighting London?

Whitechapel has hit saturation point when it comes to Jack the Ripper tours, with groups of 100 or more and megaphone-wielding guides. But residents are fighting back

Yelp May Be No Help to Travelers

Did Yelp add a star or two to that glowing restaurant review because the restaurant paid for an ad? Did it move the review noting cockroaches at another restaurant to the top of the list because the restaurant refused to buy an ad? Maybe

Top Exotic Places for Honeymoons

People who have recently tied the knot are really spoiled for choice when it comes to exotic and romantic honeymoon locations

10Best: American forests perfect for a fall visit

As travelers head to the woods this autumn, they’ll discover that forests offer more than fall color

Airbus: Maiden flight of A320neo is a success

Airbus flew its first-ever flight of its new Airbus A320neo Thursday morning, with the maiden flight of the new aircraft taking off from Toulouse, France, at around noon local time

First look: Etihad shows off new paint scheme on its A380

Etihad Airways unveiled a new paint scheme for its aircraft today, showing off the design for the first time at an Airbus production facility near Hamburg, Germany

A new, more relaxed way to cruise through Normandy

Stewart Bayford, 62, of Perth, Australia, is standing with his wife Debbie, 60, at the bar of the newest cruise ship on France’s Seine River, laughing over how they ended up on board

48 hours in Jakarta

The bustling Indonesian capital is back on the map for British travellers – flights from Gatwick started again this month

The Pig on the Beach, Dorset

This little piggy knows its market

Ski season 2014-15: Traveller’s guide

With a growing number of destinations on offer, and a few bargains to be had, tour operators should be encouraging young skiers to hit the slopes

The 5 Most Important Customer Service Rules: Make Them Feel Important

Clients want to feel important. By being prompt in all of your dealings with clients, by always entertaining them in your presence with a warm and welcome manner, you make them feel special and you stake your claim to their attention

36 Hours in Florence, Italy

See the skyline without battling crowds, sample pastries from a secret gem, sip artisanal beers and soak up culture during a weekend in the Tuscan capital

British Airways cuts Sri Lanka flights

British Airways has confirmed it will stop flights to Sri Lanka in March, just two years after resuming a service to the country

An A-Z of children’s cruise ship activities

Most large cruise lines now offer round-the-clock activities to entertain the young ones. But be warned: your children may not want to disembark

England’s least visited attractions

These obscure attractions receive as few as six visitors a year – why not show them your support?

10 Belly-Busting Buffets from Around the World

If the phrase "all-you-can-eat" sounds more like a challenge than an invitation, you’ll love these 10 outrageous buffets from around the world

Southwest’s LAX Terminal to Get Makeover

This week, ground was broken on the 30-year-old Terminal 1 at LAX, home to Southwest, and the scourge of millions of air travelers whose flights departed from the overtaxed facility

Cool hotels with illustrious owners

Owning and operating a hotel is a full-time job, and many of those who devote their lives to the hospitality industry specialize in all things hotel — and that’s it. But there are some unlikely faces in the exclusive "hotel owners of the world" club

10Best: Southern tourist attractions worth the crowds

We’ve all been there. A place that’s clogged with so many tourists that the first reaction is "get me outta here!" Be that as it may, there are a few tourist attractions in the South that both bear and wear their title well

Air France, pilots talk as strike enters 11th day

Pilots’ unions and Air France are in talks aimed at ending an 11-day strike over cost-cutting measures

Royal Caribbean’s Quantum of the Seas leaves shipyard

Royal Caribbean International’s new Quantum of the Seas has left the shipyard in Germany and is sailing backward up the Ems River on a 10-hour journey to the North Sea

Tampa: Bay of plenty

Florida’s unsung coastal city of Tampa has swapped ’surf and turf’ for ceviche and craft beer to become a foodie destination

Bodmin Moor: Walk of the month

Dozmary Downs, Lonkeymoor and Brown Willy – Mark Rowe finds mystery and raw poetry in Du Maurier’s landscape

10Best: Hotels with Outdoor Fire Pits

Few things serve to calm the mind and spirit so readily as a comfortable fire – especially on vacation

Travel insurers slammed for rejecting accident claims on alcohol grounds

The Financial Ombudsman Service figures suggest the problem is getting worse

The 5 Most Important Customer Service Rules: Respect Them

Do you remember the Jet Blue episode a couple of years ago where a flight attendant cursed over a loudspeaker and then disembarked from the airplane? People’s reactions to the event, including my own, shifted uneasily as we all tried to accommodate the flight attendant’s acts in our own ethical and professional framework

Restaurant Report: Westward in Seattle

Do you prefer good food or good views? Here, you don’t have to choose

Hotel Review: Riad Star in Marrakesh, Morocoo

This three-story B & B, situated in the heart of the old city, was once Josephine Baker’s home

36 Hours in… Lanzarote

Fiona Hardcastle offers a guide to what to do on a short break on Lanzarote, an unhurried and under-rated Canary island, including how to visit the volcanoes of the Timanfaya National park and Playa Blanca beach, as well as the best places to eat, drink and stay

’Night Tube’ gets September 2015 launch date

The Tube will launch a 24-hour weekend service on September 12, 2015, Transport for London (TFL) has announced

The world’s most stylish hostels

A stay in a hostel once meant a bunk in a noisy dorm and an embarrassing walk to a shared bathroom. Not any longer. The new wave of hostels are design conscious, offering private en-suite rooms and even luxurious extras like swimming pools and saunas

Destination: Tokyo

The bustling heart of Japan, Tokyo is full of ancient culture, cutting-edge gaming, high-end shopping and heady nightlife

Top Beach Vacations in Australia

Although it is the smallest of the seven continents, Australia is often referred to as the largest island in the world

5 things tourists should relax about when visiting Paris

Some people come to Paris and try to fit in by wearing their best black outfit, staying in an obscure part of town and avoiding speaking English as much as possible

Think airline seats have gotten smaller? They have

In the hot debate over defending knees during the last month, I’ve noticed few have asked just why reclining seats are suddenly causing so much trouble aloft. Simply put, has legroom—and knee room—decreased in recent years?

MSC Cruises Launches Meal Time Baby Care Service

MSC Cruises has introduced a limited baby care service as part of its partnership with Chicco baby care manufacturer

Butterfly gardens are all aflutter year-round

Though they seem as delicate as tissue paper, butterflies are in fact resilient insects that withstand the seasons, and even migrate thousands of miles to winter in warmer climates

Thomson Cruises to Upgrade Two Ships

Thomson Cruises is upgrading Thomson Dream and Thomson Celebration with a raft of new features including a new sundeck, new restaurants and refurbished bar areas

The World’s Deepest Pool Is The Biggest Deep End We’ve Ever Seen

An indoor pool in Italy is giving new meaning to the deep end and it’s slightly terrifying

The 5 Most Important Customer Service Rules: Educate Them

Client retention is a big part of marketing, certainly as important as client acquisition. By retaining your existing clients, you stabilize your travel practice, and provide a base onto which you can layer client acquisition and growth

Satyagraha House, Johannesburg: B&B and Beyond

A little corner of South Africa will be forever India, thanks to a new B&B in an old haunt of Gandhi’s, says Sarah Khan

Zambia safari: Why two feet beat four wheels

On a walking and wild camping safari in Zambia, Adrian Mourby gets close to nature – and discovers his inner Hemingway

Abandoned Tube stations and tunnels to be sold off as tourist attractions

TFL is reportedly planning to invite companies to bid to transform the abandoned spaces

American wineries you should visit (and none of them are in California)

California lures the lion’s share of Sideways-style quaffers – although areas such as Paso Robles and Temecula Valley show there’s much more to sip here than Napa and Sonoma

7 fabulous steamboats around the United States

Before super yachts, luxury sailboats and passenger ferries, the preferred method of water travel was by steamboat

Queenstown, New Zealand: is new tour the ultimate hour of adrenaline?

A new tour in New Zealand offers skydiving, snowboarding, mountain-biking, bungee-jumping and jet-boating all within a day – or even an hour, if you’re fast

The world’s 20 oldest cities

These cities, which are the 20 oldest continually-inhabited places on earth, are about as close to time travel as you can be on a city break

Prague attractions: what to see and do in autumn

What to see and do in Prague this autumn, including the best exhibitions, festivals and events, with suggestions on where to stay

Top 10 romantic B&Bs in the Caribbean

The economist E.F. Schumacher said, in his classic book, Small is Beautiful, that "Wisdom demands a new orientation of science and technology toward the organic, the gentle, the elegant and beautiful"

Marriott ’teleports’ guests to Hawaii, London

Marriott Hotels is transporting you to Hawaii and London, and you won’t have to fly to get there

Spirit Airlines raises checked-bag fee for holiday travel

Spirit Airlines is raising its checked-bag fee for flights during the busy Christmas and New Year’s travel period

77 House members oppose cellphone calls on planes

A group of 77 lawmakers wrote Monday to the Federal Communications Commission and the Transportation Department urging against lifting the ban on cellphone calls aboard planes

Crystal Cruises to change dress code

Starting in December, the rules for dressing after 6 p.m. should be easier to remember on Crystal Cruises

Update: Cruise Lines Skip Cabo San Lucas While Town Assesses Hurricane Odile Storm Damage

Hurricane Odile, a category three storm, which raged through the Pacific last week, caused significant damage to Mexico’s Cabo San Lucas

The treasures of Turin

To most non-Italians Turin spells Fabbrica Italiana Automobili Torino (Fiat). But this sub-alpine city has a longer history than the internal combustion engine

The 5 Most Important Customer Service Rules: WOW Them

I once suggested travel professionals give their clients a subscription to Conde Nast Traveler to help them dream

Marketing to pull customers into experience

Convenience is a double-edged sword. We imagine that a world of increased connectivity and technology might engender powerful and deep relationships, might serve to motivate society as a whole to move closer together

10Best: Can’t-miss Blue Ridge Parkway towns

The platitude "It’s about the journey, not the destination," is actually a smart route-planning rule when driving the Blue Ridge Parkway

Is Iran safe for female travellers?

Ask the Experts: Joanna Symons offers advice to a reader on whether to visit Iran

Britain’s most visited cities

VisitBritain statistics reveal the cities which welcomed the most foreign visitors in 2013 – with the figure showing the number of overnight stays. Here, we run down the top 20, and offer our highlights to each

The best cookery courses in Italy

Sophie Butler suggests the best cookery courses in Italy, including in Tuscany, Umbria and Puglia

Ebola concerns ’harming safari bookings’

A safari company is reporting a large decrease in business due to holidaymakers’ concern about Ebola – despite the negligible impact of the virus in safari areas

9 Tips for Insanely Busy Travelers

Many frequent and hardcore travelers are extremely busy people. One type of traveler crams business and pleasure trips into single junkets

Top Spots for Agritourism

Autumn has arrived, and with it, a prime season for agritourism. Take advantage of beautiful fall weather, the outdoors, and the opportunity to eat, can, and bake with whole food ingredients this autumn by traveling to your nearest organic u-pick farms and orchards

Cruise News Shorts: A Princess Brew, Viking Cuts More Steel & More Cruise News

Every week we catch wind of so much cruise news, we don’t always know what to do with it all, but a few standout bits sometimes catch our attention

Norwegian Cruise Line Lays Cruise Ship Keel

Construction is well underway on Norwegian Cruise Line’s first Breakaway-Plus ship, Norwegian Escape, after a keel-laying ceremony at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg, Germany

Review: Dormy House, Worcestershire

A rural idyll writ large in the Cotswolds

The Azores: Heart-stopping island-hopping in the Atlantic

Chasing cetaceans round this Portuguese archipelago gets the pulse racing, as does scaling its volcanic mountains and discovering whaling history

Best perks from the best seats: Ultimate first-class airline offerings

Sure, first class sounds swank, but when you’re paying a premium of several thousand dollars a ticket, it can be hard to justify the added expense

Airbus: First-ever A320neo flight will be Thursday

Airbus is set to make the first-ever flight on its new Airbus A320neo jet this Thursday (Sept. 25), the European jetmaker announced Monday

Get a room and a free vroom at these posh hotels

Savvy hotel guests know they can often get a free tube of toothpaste or razor by asking the front desk. But a day in a Porsche 911 convertible?

The 5 Most Important Customer Service Rules: Know Your Clients

Customer service. Everybody talks about it, but the fact of the matter is, good customer service can be pretty difficult to find

A Wine Region Flourishes in Central Washington

One of the state’s fastest-growing wine regions, Lake Chelan now has almost two dozen wineries clustered around its southern end

48 Hours in Budapest

Autumn is the perfect season for walks by the Danube, world-class concerts, and visits to laid back ’ruin’ bars

Caribbean guesthouses: The Big Six

From Nelson’s Dockyard and private butlers to a former Carmelite convent

Diving in Papua New Guinea

Experienced diver Andrew Purvis discovers a subaquatic utopia of vibrant reefs and teeming fish off Papua New Guinea

New York aparthotels: four of the best

Four of the best apartment hotels in New York, as chosen by Francesca Syz

Scotland’s ’no’ vote a boost to travellers

Travellers will find their holiday money going further thanks to Scotland’s "no" vote in the referendum on independence

’Unbreakable’ door lock claims to guarantee hotel room security

A new door lock claims to provide the ultimate level of room security for travellers in hotels and B&Bs around the world

Nine New Travel Apps and Updates You Need Right Now

Booking airfare? Looking for destination advice? Hoping to speed through security? Your smartphone is your passport to breezy travel and money-saving deals

10 Best Spots for American Wildlife Watching

Have all those TV nature shows inspired you to see the real thing? With just a little planning, travelers can quite easily make their way to wildlife hotspots

Cabo San Lucas Assesses Hurricane Odile Storm Damage

Hurricane Odile, a category three storm, which raged through the Pacific last week, caused significant damage to Mexico’s Cabo San Lucas

Royal Caribbean Starts Construction on Next Quantum-Class Ship, Ovation of the Seas

The third ship in Royal Caribbean’s Quantum class will be called Ovation of the Seas, the line said during a steel-cutting ceremony at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg, Germany

American Airlines customer-service agents OK union

Customer-service agents at American Airlines voted overwhelmingly for union representation, reversing a narrow defeat for organized labor less than two years ago

JetBlue CEO Barger to step down; Hayes to take over

Robin Hayes will take over as JetBlue’s CEO, replacing current CEO Dave Barger effective Feb. 16. Hayes currently has the title of President at JetBlue

Viking ’longship’ to cruise Seine for the first time

Viking River Cruises is bringing its new longship design to France’s Seine River for the first time early next year, giving cruisers a chance to dine al fresco in the heart of Paris

Two Last Things to Say on a Regular Basis

We have spent this week examining very simple phrases capable of empowering you and those around you. The complex interactions we have each day with clients, work associates, friends and family are largely carried out in language

36 Hours: Central Park, New York

Spot birds and gaze at stars, explore gardens and go for a row, snack on a roof and sway to some jazz during a weekend in the city’s sanctuary

Virgin Trains to get £50 million overhaul and two new routes

Richard Branson has announced an overhaul of the Virgin Trains service in an attempt to lure passengers from other forms of travel, starting with a swanky new ad campaign

Madrid attractions: what to see and do in autumn

This season’s cultural highlights in Madrid, from opera to football, including recommendations on where to stay

Airbus’ Beluga: The world’s strangest-looking airplane turns 20

The world’s strangest looking airplane is celebrating the 20th anniversary of its first flight this month

In Old Montreal, it all seems to happen on St. Paul Street

St. Paul, the oldest street in one of North America’s oldest cities, runs through the heart of Old Montreal

More for your money: The unexpected costs of traveling abroad

When you travel abroad, you know you must budget for airfare, lodging, transportation and meals, but some costs may catch you off guard

10Best: Rock and roll hotels around the USA

urn it up! These rock and roll hotels will conjure the musical spirits of legends past and present. If a cool, rocking party vibe is your scene, then why stay anywhere else?

Savannah sweets: Ice cream and movie fans love Leopold’s

One of the more unique restaurant stories in the country, Leopold’s Ice Cream has been an on-again, off-again Savannah institution for nearly a century

Princess Cruises to debut new craft beer

Princess Cruises will offer its own craft beer starting in November, an India pale ale to be called Seawitch West Coast IPA

10 Best Sacred Pilgrimage Sites of the World

For as long as travel has existed, people have ventured far and wide to visit holy places, either to benefit their own practice or simply marvel at these institutions

Cabrera: Get away from the crowds of Mallorca

Mallorca offers beautiful scenery but hordes of tourists. To escape, hop to the nearby uninhabited island of Cabrera, now open to overnight visitors

1 in 3 Cruisers Would Choose Free Internet Over Open Bar

If you could choose between unlimited free Internet and an unlimited open bar on a cruise, which would you pick?

Apartment Accommodations, Hotel Services

Travelers who like the less-touristy idea of booking an apartment when they’re visiting a new city but also want the amenities of a hotel can now have both with BeMate.com, a service that launched today

Heathrow launches world’s first ‘on-board picnic’ service

Passengers can take hampers prepared by Heathrow restaurants on flights, including pizzas and meals by Heston Blumenthal and Gordon Ramsay

Two Additional Things and More to Say On a Regular Basis

We all make mistakes and I, in fact, excel at the art. Because of my propensity to err, I also learned early on the value of an apology

Inspiring awe

One of the continual problems we face as musicians is "How do you get people’s attention?" In almost any well-sized venue, unless you’re already a well-known artist, people will keep chattering and ignoring you until you give them a reason to lend you their ears. For many acts, the solution is simply "be really loud, then they can’t ignore you." But while effective, I think there might be a better way,

Hotel Review: The Langham, Chicago

Opened last September along the Chicago River, Langham’s fourth property in the United States pays careful attention to service and design

Restaurant Report: Le Canon in Nice, France

"A modern Niçoise cuisine du marché" is how the chef of this bistro, which opened early this year, describes his cooking

World’s best museums

TripAdvisor’s list, based on user reviews over the past year, is in some places very surprising

Inside the Carnival ships that made cruising history

What were industry giant Carnival’s early ships like? Our latest Cruise Ship Tour, in the carousel above, offers a nostalgic look back at the line’s first three vessels — the Mardi Gras, Carnivale and Festivale

Fodor’s names world’s top hotels

A Mexican beach getaway, a royal castle retreat and a charming Santorini hotel all made the winners list of the fourth annual Fodor’s 100 Hotel Awards, announced Wednesday

Art and the Berlin Wall: 8 places to visit

Berlin has long been a magnet for artists and art fans from around the world, so it’s no shock it crams about 300 public and privately owned galleries into its city limits

How would Scottish independence affect travellers?

With Scots preparing to go to the polls, we look at how a vote in favour of independence could affect travellers, from holiday protection to data roaming charges

36 Hours in… Franschhoek

The best things to do and see on a short break in Franschhoek, including the top hotels, restaurants, bars and attractions

French government presses for end to Air France strike

The French government wants Air France pilots to end a strike that has grounded half of the airline’s flights this week amid anger over plans to shift much of its operations to a low-cost carrier

Spirit picks flamboyant yellow as U.S. airlines repaint planes

Move over Southwest and Frontier. In a week that’s seen three big U.S. carriers unveil new paint schemes for their aircraft, Spirit Airlines has unveiled the flashiest new livery of them all

12 Reasons To Fall In Love With Hawaii’s Surf Scene

Ah, the Hawaiian islands — home of swaying palm trees, clear waters and… a mechanical wave park with manmade beaches?

Carnival Cruise Lines Renews Satisfaction Guarantee Through 2015

Carnival Cruise Lines is renewing its Great Vacation Guarantee through 2015, following a successful first year with a record number of passengers

A Couple More Things to Say On a Regular Basis

This week we are taking a look at a few phrases holding the promise of making our relationships a bit more genuine and open. People often walk into situations without a clear understanding of the dynamics involved. Social mores and our egos are a small but significant barrier not just to authentic conversation, but also to the ability to demonstrate our humanity

The Setting as a Character in Destination Marketing

Traveling around the world provides life-changing experiences. Experiencing a new country, its culture, its food, its people and its history is powerful, eye opening and inspiring. Yet, there is a challenge with utilizing our digital advertising units to convey this to customers. How do you communicate 2 ½ millennia of Roman history in a banner ad?

10 Things You Must See and Do in Stockholm

Stockholm is the jewel in Scandinavia’s crown, equal parts charming old capital and glittering modern metropolis

Three Sides of Ecuador

On a journey through the diverse South American country, taking in the coast, the mountains and a town with colonial charm

10Best: Iconic Southern restaurants

From humble little cafes to ubiquitous chain restaurants, Southern food can be found in nearly every corner of every state in the country

Caribbean travel guide

With more than 700 islands to choose from, the Caribbean caters for all tastes. Our destination expert Fred Mawer picks the best and outlines what each has to offer

America’s 20 best national parks

From the geysers of Yellowstone to the isolation of Isle Royale, here are 20 US national parks that should be on the must-visit list

UK airports under fire over Wi-Fi charges

Britain’s biggest airports have been criticised for failing to provide passengers with unlimited Wi-Fi access

Ryanair hopes to launch US flights

Michael O’Leary has reiterated his desire to offer budget flights to the US within a decade

Sicily hotels

The best hotels and agriturismo accommodation in Sicily, Italy, chosen by our resident expert, including luxury hotels, budget hotels and family-friendly hotels. Read the reviews and book them here at the lowest prices

10 Weirdest Restaurants in the World

Spice up your eating experience at these incredibly weird restaurants around the world. You’ll be dodging ninjas and dining out of a toilet in no time!

Industry Report Reveals Top Cruise States

The Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has released a report on the impact of cruising on the U.S. economy

Update: Princess Cruises Forced to Cancel 14-Night Cruise due to ’Technical Problems’

A spokesperson for Princess Cruises has confirmed Sea Princess’ inability to sail at full speed on recent itineraries is due to a problem with the ship’s crankshaft

Travelers possibly exposed to measles at Seattle airport

Travelers who passed through the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport earlier this month may have been exposed to the highly contagious measles virus, local health officials say

Star ratings: celebrity-owned hotels

When William Holden founded the Mt Kenya Safari Club in 1959, he may well have pioneered the celebrity hotelier trend

The Art House, East Sussex: B&B and beyond

The creative decor and personal touch at this converted terrace make for a charming seaside stay, says Lisa Markwell

Two More Things to Say On a Regular Basis

The way we phrase both our praise and our criticisms has a significant impact on others’ reaction to us

In Buenos Aires, a ’Secret’ World of Dining

At "closed door" restaurants in the Argentine capital, the address is just part of the intrigue

Japan: 50 years of the bullet train

To celebrate 50 years of the bullet train, Joanna Symons takes a whistlestop tour of Japan, from Tokyo to Hakone, in Mount Fuji’s shadow, and on to beguiling Kyoto

Mantua, Italy: powerhouse of the Renaissance

With its elaborate palaces, elegant frescoes and magnificent art, Mantua has much to shout about and there’s even a subtle link to the Bard, says Rodney Bolt

Koh Tao: The fall of a laidback party island

The news of a brutal double murder of British tourists has been met with shock on Koh Tao, a Thai island popular with backpackers and scuba divers

Air France chaos due to pilot strike

Pilots at Air France have begun a one-week strike over plans to cut costs, cancelling more than half of the airline’s flights today

Top Five Off-Peak Destinations for Fall 2014

After August—generally the biggest travel month of the year—summer’s annual dispatch of surf-loving, guidebook-toting vacationers packs up and heads home. With peak season over, folks bid good-bye to crowded beach towns and coastal cities

Niche Travel-Product Companies We Love

This wasn’t a story we could research—we had to wait for this one to come to us. A while back, we decided to keep tabs on some of our favorite smaller brands, the ones we stumbled across in the course of our travels, tried out, loved, and have come back to again and again

5 overlooked world treasures

You’ve already hiked up to Machu Picchu and climbed up and down the thousands of stairs of the Great Wall of China. We bet you’ve also stood awestruck before the Hagia Sofia and the Taj Majal. What else is there to do?

Really? 10 unexpected cruise activities

If you’re one of the nearly 20% of Americans who have taken a cruise, you probably already know that these giant pleasure boats have Formula One simulators, herb gardens, skating rinks, Coach stores and stages featuring sketch comedy from Chicago-born Second City

Holland America Line Names New Cruise Ship

Holland America Line has revealed the name of its new 99,500-ton cruise ship will be ms Koningsdam

Hurricane Odile Affects Cruise Itineraries

Odile gained hurricane status overnight, as expected

Top 10: budget hotels in Amsterdam

Rodney Bolt, our expert, offers a guide to 10 of the best cheap hotels in Amsterdam for under £100 per night

PHOTO TOUR: SLS Las Vegas Hotel & Casino

Experience Las Vegas is featuring in-depth photo tours of the city’s world-famous hotels and casino resorts this year

Things to Say On a Regular Basis

Travel planning tends to be a very independent enterprise. You work one-on-one with your clients, often in complete isolation from co-workers

Wine, Olive Oil and the Good Life in Uruguay

The Carmelo area, not far from Argentina, has recently gained attention as much for its wine as for being an awfully nice place to visit

Highlights of a Douro river cruise: in pictures

Passing one of the world’s oldest wine regions and four World Heritage sites, the Douro river holds much appeal for tourists, although it remains relatively unsung

Virgin Galactic space flights delayed again

Space flights with Virgin Galactic, originally slated to start in 2011, have once again been postponed due to problems with the development of a rocket motor

Manu, Peru: is tourism harming remote tribes?

A pressure group is urging tourists to refrain from unsolicited contact with uncontacted tribes around the world, following reports of increased encounters with tribes in Peru

10 Most Romantic Coastal Destinations

There’s something about salty sea air—could it be those negative ions?—that puts us in the mood for love

48 hours in Istanbul

This city of two cultures is alive with variety, and autumn is the season to see it

Miss Clara, Stockholm: Room Service

A Swedish arrival that is schooled in style

Great Ocean Walk, Australia: Victoria’s victorious finale

The recently-completed long-distance route traces the state’s spectacular coastline

Top spots for top-shelf tequila

Tequila has grown up, says Chicago restaurateur Arturo Gomez. "It’s much more than that aggressive hard shot. People are now paying premium prices for these spirits, drinking them over the rocks and neat"

Southwest: Costa Rica is newest international destination

Southwest Airlines will begin flying to Costa Rica, giving the carrier its first international destination beyond Mexico and the Caribbean

Providence lands coveted route to Europe

Rhode Island’s T.F. Green Airport near Providence has landed its first-ever regularly scheduled passenger service to Europe

10 Best Hotels for Fall Leaf-Peeping

These hotels make perfect home bases for fall foliage tours

Oceania Cruises’ 2015/16 Itineraries Include New, Far-Flung Destinations

Among the 12 newly announced destinations included in Oceania Cruises’ 2015/2016 winter itineraries are Jeju, South Korea; Luderitz, Namibia; Cooktown, Australia; and Boracay Island in the Philippines

Email Marketing for Travel Agencies: Summing Up

We have explored travel agency email marketing over the past two weeks. Today, we sum up by looking at the mistakes you want to avoid at all costs

For Travelers, How Smart is the Smartwatch?

With the new Apple Watch set to hit stores next year, taking a look at whether wearable technology is a game-changer for travelers

36 Hours in Cartagena, Colombia

From Old City strolls and sunset views to fried street snacks and late-night dancing, spend a weekend in this Caribbean city

Hotel Review: Click Clack Hotel in Bogotá, Colombia

High-design, witty touches make for a memorably fun visit at this property, which opened one year ago

Amazing inn-to-inn tours around the world

Leave your car behind and discover the delights of fall and early winter as you journey from inn to inn by bike, foot, horse, skis or snowshoes

Five myths about Las Vegas

Everyone knows that Las Vegas is all about non-stop gambling, risqué shows and partying that goes on night and day. Or is it?

Air New Zealand set for its last-ever Boeing 747 flight

Air New Zealand is about to bid farewell to the Boeing 747

Fortunes sour for regional airlines as majors prosper

For passengers traveling between smaller cities and large hub airports, the ticket may say Delta, American or United, but they’re likely flying on a regional airline whose planes are painted in the major carrier’s colors

Top 10 art galleries and art attractions in Leipzig

Leipzig’s art scene mixes cool galleries and thought-provoking architecture with pre-Banksy street art and poignant reminders of the GDR

2014 wine harvest festival guide

As major wine regions around the country prepare for harvest season, the celebrations are starting as soon as this weekend

The best restaurants in France

Inspired by the release of The Hundred-Foot Journey – which stars Helen Mirren as a French restaurateur – here are 20 of the best restaurants in France, as chosen by Restaurant magazine, top chefs, and Telegraph Travel’s team of experts

MSC ’Stretches’ First of Four Cruise Ships

MSC Cruises has begun a $273 million program to stretch its four Mistral class cruise ships by cutting MSC Armonia in half and adding a nearly 80-foot section to the middle of the ship

Spa chillin’ on Royal Caribbean’s Navigator

The rollout of our new video tour of Royal Caribbean’s Navigator of the Seas continues today in the carousel above with a look at the 3,114-passenger vessel’s spa area

Is this the world’s most ’British’ vacation?

Land Rover’s testing ground is located in the 5,000-acre estate of UK’s Eastnor Castle — the destination of a new "Best of British" tour

Mixing Email Marketing and Social Media

One of the great things about digital marketing is the ease with which you can translate, for example, an email broadcast into a social media post

With great power…

Every responsibility presents both an opportunity for success and an opportunity for failure. That’s the nature of power – it can be used and utilized, or abused and disruptive

Restaurant Report: Guzina Oaxaca in Mexico City

This new spot aims to bring upscale Oaxacan dining to a city where that’s still a rarity

Adorable hotels on America’s Main Streets

With everything that’s going on in the world today, it’s nice to occasionally be reminded that simple things do exist — and they’re what counts, right?

Five best eco-destinations in Costa Rica

Costa Rica knows which side its bread is buttered on. People don’t visit for the culture, cuisine or nightlife; they come for the nature

Dubai’s bold plan to build the world’s biggest airport

Dubai’s ruler has endorsed a $32 billion expansion plan for the city’s second airport that aims to make it the world’s biggest, the emirate’s airport operator said Monday in the latest sign that the Middle East’s brash commercial hub is determined to move on from its 2009 financial crisis

Update: Lufthansa warns of ’severe inconvenience’ from strike

Lufthansa has provided guidance for customers ticket to fly though Munich on Wednesday, when the airline’s pilots say they’ll walk off the job from 10 a.m. through 6 p.m. local time

36 Hours in… Capri

A guide to what to do on a short break in Capri, including the best hotels, walks, restaurants and attractions

Cruise line promises free trip if Northern Lights don’t show

If the Northern Lights are not visible from your ship this winter, Hurtigruten have promised to offer customers another cruise free of charge

The rise of multi-generational holidays

Around one in six travellers in Britain has taken a multi-generational holiday in the last year, new research reveals

Destination: St. Petersburg

It’s Tolstoy’s birthday, and if you’ve ever wondered what it was like to visit St. Petersburg, home base to many of the great Russian novelists, we have your guide. From ballets and museums to White Nights, find out what makes this city so inspiring

Food festivals: how to harvest the best this autumn

September and October see an array of food-related festivals up and down the country

Celebrity Cruises Cancels Short Constellation Sailing

Celebrity Cruises has canceled the November 21 three-night sailing of Celebrity Constellation in order to replace a piece of the ship’s diesel engine. Affected passengers are being notified and offered alternate sailings or a full refund

Yosemite: Hikers with Half Dome permits shut down by Meadow fire

The popular trail and cables to Half Dome in Yosemite National Park remained off limits to hikers Monday

East greets west at the Peninsula Paris

The Paris experience starts in the heart of Asia. The Peninsula Hong Kong, overlooking the Kowloon waterfront with unmistakable imperial hauteur, has geared up for the opening of its Parisian sibling

Email Marketing for Travel Agencies: Growing Your List Part 2

Last week I wrote a column on email marketing with ideas for growing your list. A travel consultant yesterday asked for additional ideas, something she could put into use immediately

Marrakech, Morocco’s wall-to-wall fun spot

Autumn is the best time to experience the heady whirl inside this funky old medina

The most beautiful islands in the world

Readers of Condé Nast magazine have revealed their favourite islands in the world, with the Maldives clinching the top spot

Rodez: France’s new cultural attraction

A new museum in Rodez celebrates art and local cuisine, all in one, says Philip Sweeney

The 13 inventions travellers really need

With sales of the Knee Defender – the gadget that protects you from reclining plane seats – on the up, here are 13 other inventions or innovations which would be welcomed by travellers

Firearm and alcohol seizures double at UK airports

More than 600 firearms were confiscated at British airports in 2013/14 – up from 412 the previous year, and just 278 in 2010/11

Stunning sights abound at this New Zealand getaway

Stunning sights are often accompanied by tall tales, and Lake Wakatipu – an aquamarine, serpentine body of water ringed by dramatic peaks on New Zealand’s South Island – is certainly no exception

Wondering where to go in Chicago? Five must-see spots

Exploring Chicago’s craft cocktail scene is like taking a vacation from the ordinary

10 Best City art districts around the USA

It’s hard to beat a fun, fulfilling art district for a wholesome day of bargain-priced family entertainment. Cities are quickly catching onto the trend, many boasting several art districts catering to different tastes. Here are just a few we like

Here it is: Southwest confirms new look for its planes

Southwest Airlines on Monday unveiled a new logo amid a brand overhaul that includes a new look for its aircraft

American’s Envoy unit to shrink, faces uncertain future

American Airlines will begin shrinking the fleet of its Envoy Air regional subsidiary in mid-2015. In a move that’s prompted speculation about Envoy’s long-term prospects

River line AmaWaterways orders two more ships

River line AmaWaterways has ordered two more ships for 2015, both of which will operate in Europe

Another major cruise line to offer free Internet

Add Oceania to the list of upscale cruise lines offering top customers free Internet access on ships

Don’t Even Think About Leaving Home Without These Apps on Your Phone

Though most smartphone owners may view their device as a critical tool for handling the details of their everyday lives, thanks to a bevy of incredibly useful applications, this pocket-sized wonder can also be a tremendous help whenever it’s time to get up and go

Best Nashville, TN Hotels

Traveling to Nashville? Hotels offer a wide array of amenities aimed to suite every travelers need, but some hotels spotlight on certain types of travelers

Email Marketing for Travel Agencies: Metrics

Once your email is out the door you wait for the sales to happen. Sometimes they do, and that’s a very good thing

Keeping track of your investments

I will be the first to admit that I am not "money-gifted" – so when people start talking about investments, savings accounts, IRAs etc., my eyes usually gloss over a bit. You may or may not be the same way, but in either case there’s a decent chance you’re thinking of investments too narrowly

8 Portland, Ore., Meals for $8 or Under

From a sandwich that’s "just automatically delicious" to an item that "boggles the mind," here’s a menu for frugal eats in the Northwest city

Top 10: Amsterdam hotels for under £100

Rodney Bolt, our expert, offers a guide to 10 of the best budget hotels in Amsterdam

The best free attractions in the world

The Staten Island Ferry, the Wallace Collection and the Getty Center all make the list of best free attractions around the world

The World’s Seven Most Entertaining Airports

Movie theaters at the airport? Yep, and a skating rink, too. Here are seven international airports that go beyond free Wi-Fi and luggage carts to offer truly entertaining amenities

10 great spots for architecture buffs

While plenty of cities throughout the world are renowned for their architecture, there are just as many towns, villages and neighborhoods with incredibly unique structures

Hikers evacuated from Yosemite as wildfire spreads rapidly

Helicopters plucked hikers from atop Yosemite’s Half Dome peak and other parts of the national park after a wildfire spread rapidly

Puglia’s rugged good looks

Puglia might not have the polish of the Amalfi coast or the elegance of Tuscany, but therein lie its charms

Richard Branson: How the big boys hate an upstart with fresh ideas

What routinely fools a Goliath is when, instead of going after their market share, someone goes out to create a whole new niche market right under their imperious noses

Casa Sol, Puerto Rico: B&B and beyond

Once a base for Spanish soldiers, this colonial house in Puerto Rico’s capital makes a unique B&B

Grand Hotel Excelsior, Amalfi: Room service

Monsieur Gustave H would slot straight in

Seven Smart Ways to Bypass Baggage Fees

Packing light is just one strategy for avoiding those pesky baggage fees. See seven more money-saving tips

Are your travel standards too low?

Incredible customer service and travel used to be more or less synonymous. Not anymore

All-in: Best cruises for gamblers

Cruise ship casinos tend to be a lot less intense than land-based operations, but that doesn’t mean you can’t have an entertaining time hitting the tables and slots

Pacific Volcano Eruption Alters Cruise Itinerary

A volcanic eruption in Papua New Guinea has forced Princess Cruises to alter the itinerary for Dawn Princess

Washington’s San Juan Islands

Just a few hours from Seattle’s buzzing tech scene, and just south of Victoria, B.C., is a place to disconnect and get back to nature

Email Marketing: Content and Design

Last week we discussed the role of subject lines and brand recognition in driving email open rates. But, if subject lines cause opens, it is the content that drives click throughs and engagement

Top 10: Barcelona restaurants

Sally Davies, our expert, offers a guide to 10 of the best places to eat in Barcelona for traditional paella, seafood and tapas bars overlooking the beach

The First World War Remembered: Telegraph Tours

Gain unrivalled insights into the Great War from Sir Max Hastings and Sir Andrew Motion on these unique journeys through London

Vietnam’s popularity with holidaymakers grows

Vietnam has emerged as one of the year’s hottest destinations, with sales of dong – the national currency – quadrupling within three years

Does this have the Grand Canyon beat?

Namibia’s Fish River Canyon looks petite to anyone who’s ever visited Arizona’s Grand Canyon. Still, the gorge runs an impressive 1,800-feet deep and 100 miles long. It is the second largest natural gorge in Africa, and one of the most picturesque scenes the continent has to offer

The New Hotel Wi-Fi Scam You Haven’t Heard of Yet

You choose a hotel because it advertises free Wi-Fi. But when you log on, you find the connection is agonizingly slow."Aha," says the hotel. "You want high-speed, we’ll give you high-speed—for just $15 a day more"

48 hours in Baltimore

Salute the 200th anniversary of America’s national anthem in its home city

Indian safari lodges: The Big Six

Traditional-style huts, elusive big cats and communal jungle platforms

12 things you might not know about Washington, DC

Washington, DC, the capital of the United States of America, is one of the most visited locations in the country, drawing a record 18.9 million visitors in 2012 and generating over $6 billion a year in tourism revenue

Uniworld Offers Ganges River Cruises on New All-Suite Ship

Uniworld Boutique River Cruises is launching a new series of Ganges River cruises in January 2016 on a new river cruise ship

New cruise itinerary: New York to Washington, D.C.

Blount Small Ship Adventures plans a new cruise itinerary for 2015 that offers a look at some of the Mid-Atlantic’s top destinations

United takes delivery of its first 787-9 Dreamliner

United Airlines has taken delivery of its first 787-9 Dreamliner and will become the first airline in North America operating both the 787-8 and the 787-9 aircraft when the plane goes into service later this month

Airport group wants more accessible PreCheck centers

No balloons fell from the ceiling last week when the U.S. Department of Homeland Security celebrated the fact that over 500,000 travelers have handed over personal data – and $85 – to join the Transportation Security Administration’s expedited airport screening program since the first public enrollment center opened at Indianapolis International Airport in December 2013

9 Breathtaking Google Street Views Of Hawaii

So your pockets aren’t burning with the thousands of dollars it takes to visit Hawaii? No sweat. The Hawaii Visitor’s and Conventions Bureau (HVCB) has you covered

Email Marketing for Travel Agencies: Segmentation

This week we have covered the basics of email marketing. Now we move a bit deeper into more advanced tactics. One of the key aspects of getting the best possible results is relevance – only sending what the individual client wants to see

36 Hours in Nashville

Sure, you can still tap your feet to a country beat in Music City, but keep exploring and you’ll find everything from enticing shops to a dynamic food scene

Italy sets water and wine pairing trend

Emerging approaches to whimsical Italian cuisine, while contrasting, are united by an emerging culinary trend here in the city — and across Italy: an increased emphasis on wine and water pairings

Go underground: Exploring Virginia’s caverns

Thanks to its location alongside the Blue Ridge Mountains, Shenandoah Valley sits on a limestone base – the geological equivalent of resting on Swiss cheese

Airline travelers want bag, seat fees in ticket prices

Nearly two-thirds (63%) of airline travelers voiced frustration in having to take several steps to buy services with their tickets such as checked baggage and seat assignment

Alaska begins non-stop service between Seattle and Baltimore

On Tuesday, Alaska Airlines launched daily non-stop service between Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and Baltimore-Washington Thurgood Marshall Airport

Cruise ship tours: The elegance of the Scenic Gem

Thinking about a river cruise through France’s Normandy region? Our latest Cruise Ship Tour, in the carousel above, offers a deck-by-deck look at the newest vessel on Normandy’s Seine River: Scenic Cruises’ Scenic Gem

Literary Caribbean: Explore the places behind the novels

Seen through the eyes of prolific writers, the Caribbean is quirky, mysterious, adventurous, romantic and consummately comedic

10 ways to find the true spirit of Scotland

In the run-up to Scotland’s independence referendum, Gavin Bell seeks out the best of the country, including the Highland wildernesses, Glencoe and the drive to the Isle of Skye

Casapueblo: Uruguay’s most eccentric hotel

Not far from the upmarket, celeb-packed resort of Punta del Este in Uruguay, the Casapueblo hotel is one of the man-made wonders of South America

Is it safe to return to Egypt?

With tensions easing, is it time tourists considered returning to Egypt? Richard Spencer reports

Bardarbunga volcano tour: Iceland’s hottest new attraction

Paul Bloomfield gets a glimpse of Iceland’s Bardarbunga volcano, and highlights five other seismic experiences to be found in the country

Norbert Becomes Hurricane; Affects Cruise Itineraries

The fourteenth named storm of the Pacific hurricane season intensified Wednesday (September 3) and became Hurricane Norbert

Casa de los Milagros, Mexico: B&B and beyond

The kitchen is the focus of this colourful, chef-run retreat. Edmund Vallance gets a taste for a Oaxacan wonder

Email Marketing: Building Your List

Thus far we have emphasized the importance of brand recognition, the subject line and good content to the success of your emails

Embracing change

Change, as a virtue, is woven into the fabric of our planet. Continents, oceans, flora and fauna, earth and life itself – all fall victim to an eternal juggling of ideas which is the erosion, shift, and continual change of our world

Hotel Review: Fletcher Hotel in Amsterdam

Comfortable with a shower in the middle of your room? You just might be ready for a stay at this property that’s six miles outside the city center

Restaurant Report: Terún in Palo Alto, Calif.

This year-old restaurant wears a derogatory term for Southern Italians as a badge of honor

10 Cool Converted Schoolhouse Hotels

We’re sad to report that summer is over and classes are back in session. No longer in school? No problem. We found some amazing schoolhouses around the world that have been transformed into unique hotels

10 Amazing Wine Towns in Europe

From medieval hilltops to breezy coastlines, European wine towns make for irresistible vacation spots. Local cuisines help form a food-wine symbiosis unique to each locale, and surrounding vineyards provide the perfect backdrop

Eight English Words You Shouldn’t Use Abroad

You may think it’s easy to communicate when you’re visiting another English-speaking country, but think again!

36 Hours in… Amsterdam

An insider’s guide to what to do on a short break in Amsterdam, including the best canal cruises and scenic walks as well as top spots for foodies and fans of history

The world’s most exotic rivers - and how to cruise them

Want to wake to a truly out-of-the-ordinary scene? Here are some of the world’s most scenic and unspoiled rivers

September’s hottest hotel openings

Our guide to new hotel openings in destinations such as Cape Town, Paris, London and Japan

Most romantic Mid-Atlantic beaches

Florida and the Caribbean aren’t the only spots for a romantic beach getaway. There are plenty of perfect-for-couples locales within a few hours’ drive of the major metro regions of the Mid-Atlantic

Virgin Atlantic increases U.S. service

Capitalizing on its relationship with Delta Airlines, Virgin Atlantic said Wednesday that it will be revamping its flight network

Fly Guy: Are national airlines an anachronism?

Does a country need a national airline? In light of Malaysia’s recent re-nationalization of its flag carrier, that’s a question recently posed by The Economist and the answer seems to be no

Azamara Club Cruises Changes Passenger Loyalty Program

Azamara Club Cruises will be changing the perks it offers its loyalty club members — both adding and removing incentives from its current loyalty club policy

Top 10 Group Travel Survival Tips

Travel planning can be hard enough as an individual, but when you have to plan as a group, a lot of different opinions can be fighting for a spot on the itinerary. We offer some tips for navigating group travel, including how to stay friendly in the process

Email Marketing: Sender and Subject Lines

When a consumer receives an email, two factors determine whether the recipient will open the message. The first is brand recognition. Does the consumer recognize the sender?

Freud’s City, From Couch to Cafes

Visiting Vienna, Freud’s longtime home, 75 years after his death

In Dublin, Shopping Away From the Crowds

Drury Street is just blocks from the city’s main shopping avenue, but the comparatively smaller strip has less congestion and a more authentic feel

The cheapest country in the world to fly

Air travellers in India pay just over £6 per 100km for a flight, compared to more than £84 in Finland

London’s hotels get even more expensive

Average room rates in London have risen by nearly 10 per cent since last year, while Monte Carlo’s hotels remain the world’s most expensive

Oktoberfest 2014: fears of pretzel shortage as bakers threaten to strike

Bavaria’s bakers are threatening to strike during Munich’s annual celebration of beer. But the litres will still flow

Oktoberfest 2014 guide

The Oktoberfest takes place in Munich between September 20 and October 5. Find out about the festival, booking hotels, tickets, locations and transport here

11 Best Airport Hotels Around the World

Long layover? Canceled flight? Spending the night at the airport is sometimes unavoidable. But you don’t have to cram your weary bones into a plastic seat (or worse, curl up on the floor)

Seven Unusual Ways to Greet People Around the World

You’d never go to a job interview and greet your prospective employer with a fist bump, so why would you offer up a handshake when traveling abroad?

Amtrak’s 10 Best Scenic Day Trips

You can argue the relative merits of air and train travel all day, but trains outscore planes every time on one important factor: scenery. With their large windows and comfortable coach seats, trains are unsurpassed for enjoying the countryside as you go

Norwegian Cruise Lines Acquires Prestige, Jumps into Luxury Market

Norwegian Cruise Lines has acquired Prestige Cruises Holdings, parent company of Oceania and Regent Seven Seas Cruises, a move that gives the Miami-based company a firm foothold in the upscale cruise market

Cruise News Shorts: Onboard Yoga, Sting, New Lounges and More Cruise News

Every week we catch wind of so much cruise news, we don’t always know what to do with it all, but a few standout bits sometimes catch our attention

Cagliari: Take a cultural break from the beach

Sardinia may be blessed with a pristine white-sand coastline but, says Sarah Barrell, lingering in its lively capital – rich with Phoenician ruins and colourful street art – will leave you feeling just as blissful

New York: The familiar made fresh

Nightclubs and record shops were the focus of a New York break for a young Sarfraz Manzoor. So how would he see the city now, with his wife and daughter?

South Africa’s new travel rules: From October, families with under-18s will need to show their birth certificates

Airlines serving South Africa call the new rule "a tourism, PR, economic and political disaster"

Your Digital Footprint: Email Marketing for Travel Agencies

Email continues to be one of the most effective forms of marketing. Reaching out to clients via email has a tremendous return on investment